Category Archives: Middle Class
A Caretaker’s Recounting of a Mother’s Last Week
Because my mother died the night before Passover, that first seder at my home a day later felt unbearable. I was shell-shocked from both her loss and from the months of intense caregiving. The traditions and rituals continued, but
A Caretaker’s Recounting of a Mother’s Last Week
Because my mother died the night before Passover, that first seder at my home a day later felt unbearable. I was shell-shocked from both her loss and from the months of intense caregiving. The traditions and rituals continued, but
The Secret Siblings Who Saved Me
Today is National Siblings Day, and like many, my relationship with my own sibling is strained. We are not estranged per se, but the relationship with my older brother is awkward, void of genuine connection, and filled with decades
The Secret Siblings Who Saved Me
Today is National Siblings Day, and like many, my relationship with my own sibling is strained. We are not estranged per se, but the relationship with my older brother is awkward, void of genuine connection, and filled with decades
Melania- I Really Don’t Believe Her, Do You?
Yesterday, Melania Trump, a former low-level model, sashayed up to the White House podium as if she were walking the runway at a Paris fashion show. She stood there with her freshly blonde highlights, her steely eyes cold as ice,
Melania- I Really Don’t Believe Her, Do You?
Yesterday, Melania Trump, a former low-level model, sashayed up to the White House podium as if she were walking the runway at a Paris fashion show. She stood there with her freshly blonde highlights, her steely eyes cold as ice,
Donald Pines For the Days of Davy Crockett
While our nation is at war in the Middle East, our commander-in-chief thought it clever to post a picture of Davy Crockett or more accurately of Fess Parker as the King of the Wild Frontier from the wildly
Donald Pines For the Days of Davy Crockett
While our nation is at war in the Middle East, our commander-in-chief thought it clever to post a picture of Davy Crockett or more accurately of Fess Parker as the King of the Wild Frontier from the wildly
No More Trophies, No More Kings
Will little Donnie’s gilded playroom have enough room for all the “participation” trophies he’s receiving? All these glittering, dazzling golden trophies confirm what a golden boy he is. Donald can spend hours looking at his reflection in the shiny trophies
No More Trophies, No More Kings
Will little Donnie’s gilded playroom have enough room for all the “participation” trophies he’s receiving? All these glittering, dazzling golden trophies confirm what a golden boy he is. Donald can spend hours looking at his reflection in the shiny trophies
My Mother’s Mid Century Pregnancy- A Weigh We Go
Pregnant women in mid-century America were not spared from the war on women’s bodies and weight control that began shortly after WWII. The constant bombardment of rules and expectations has only increased with each decade. Following directives from their doctors,
My Mother’s Mid Century Pregnancy- A Weigh We Go
Pregnant women in mid-century America were not spared from the war on women’s bodies and weight control that began shortly after WWII. The constant bombardment of rules and expectations has only increased with each decade. Following directives from their doctors,
What to Expect When Your Mid-Century Mother’s Expecting
Note: In celebration of my birthday week, I am taking a wee baby step away from the onslaught of chaotic news. This week, it’s a birthday bonanza of mid-century pregnancy, birth, and babies. What to Expect When Your Mid-Century Mother’s
What to Expect When Your Mid-Century Mother’s Expecting
Note: In celebration of my birthday week, I am taking a wee baby step away from the onslaught of chaotic news. This week, it’s a birthday bonanza of mid-century pregnancy, birth, and babies. What to Expect When Your Mid-Century Mother’s
If the Shoe Fits- Trump’s Guessing Game
Watching little Marco hobble around the Capitol in a pair of oversized Oxford shoes like a little boy in his father’s wingtips makes me squirm. Knowing he is doing so just to please his boss is revolting. While bombs
If the Shoe Fits- Trump’s Guessing Game
Watching little Marco hobble around the Capitol in a pair of oversized Oxford shoes like a little boy in his father’s wingtips makes me squirm. Knowing he is doing so just to please his boss is revolting. While bombs
Noem In the Doghouse
Around 2:30 today, the pack of dogs in Moe’s park that were huddled together suddenly seemed especially frisky. Almost spontaneously, canines of all shapes and sizes let out a barking chorus of yips and woofs, arfs and ruffs, and
Noem In the Doghouse
Around 2:30 today, the pack of dogs in Moe’s park that were huddled together suddenly seemed especially frisky. Almost spontaneously, canines of all shapes and sizes let out a barking chorus of yips and woofs, arfs and ruffs, and
History on Display-The Politics Behind the Department of Education Banners
With each new banner unfurling on buildings in Washington D.C. there are lessons to be learned. The latest display at the Department of Education makes clear the Trump curriculum. A few weeks ago, a large blue banner featuring a photo
History on Display-The Politics Behind the Department of Education Banners
With each new banner unfurling on buildings in Washington D.C. there are lessons to be learned. The latest display at the Department of Education makes clear the Trump curriculum. A few weeks ago, a large blue banner featuring a photo
Envisioning The American Dream 