Shopping in Stores: Magic, Misery…or Somewhere In Between?

I used to mentor an adorable teenage girl. Once a week, I’d take her out somewhere, her choice. Inevitably, her eyes would light up. “Let’s go to the mall!” she’d say, all atwitter. I’d smile, but inside die a little. I hated the mall. Then I’d feel guilty. As a female, aren’t I supposed to […]

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The Joys of Having My Mom Live With Us (And One Puzzling Question)

  My 80-something year old mother has come to live with us — whether for a long time or short — its up to her. I love having her here. I haven’t lived with my mom in 40 years. At first we were out of practice, but now it feels like we picked right up […]

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