The Measure of Friendship: A Special Birthday Celebration
The year my father died, I learned about friendship. Up until that year, I hadn’t experienced much adversity It was easy to make and keep friends when I was happy,…
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Laura
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Laura is a wife, mom of two, and dog-owner. She loves to eat, drink wine, travel, read and walk. After college (Vanderbilt University) and law school (University of Texas), she practiced law in California until the birth of her children, when she discovered it was more fun to play with a baby than to write a brief.
My Year in Audiobooks, 2022
When I remember 2022, I will remember some challenges and some blessings, but also a lot of driving and walking. And when I drive and walk, I turn on an…
Rosie’s Creamy Chicken Chili
Isn’t it fun when your kids become your friends, and can teach you new things? My daughter gave me this recipe, and it’s terrific.
My year in books, 2022
2022 was an incredible year for me. It had great loss, and tremendous blessings. I was alone much of the time, but had moments surrounded by the best friends and…
Time for Two Dandelions to Bloom Again
Once upon a time (actually, 2018), two best friends started a blog. The idea was that the blog would be about the things that 50-something women talk about. It would…
We’re still here. . .
Life has been challenging, but we’re still here.
Gift ideas for (awesome & spectacular) aging parents
What do you get your awesome aging parents for BIG birthdays? Of course they want our presence, but presents are nice too!
Secrets From My Clever Girlfriends — Online Purchases You Didn’t Know You Needed, But You Really Do
My clever irlfriends shared their best secrets, including some online purchases I never even knew I needed.
Giving 2020 the finger
2020 has pushed us to the edge, and is close to defeating us. We’re exhausted. Instead of giving up, we’re giving 2020 the finger.
Five Terrific Audiobooks
Need to shut out the world right now? These five audiobooks serve up talented narrators and compelling stories.