One Way to Make People Uncomfortable

Living in the same state as my family for more than a few months has reinforced how awkward and strange we really are.  I always knew this about myself, but I now know, for a fact, it’s genetics.  For example, this conversation between my mom and the notorious Family Friend (who might need his own section): Mom:  Their dog is much bigger than yours. Family Friend:  Really? Mom:  Yes.  Yours isn’t that big.  You’re always exaggerating... Read More

Inappropriate Pot Pie

When snow and cold settle in, uninvited, for a record-breaking period of time, creativity becomes paramount in battling intense boredom.  Days are simply filled with work, the often-precarious drive home, and food.  Add in way too many trips to the mall, Target, the grocery store, and, of course, the wine shop, and you can pretty much envision what my life has been like, in Iowa, this winter.  Exciting, I know.  But, friendships have been strengthened... Read More