Posted on February 14, 2010 - by Cate
Crossroads
I don’t know if this is true for most women, but I find myself, at the age of 48 (just turned) at a crossroads on several fronts.
Posted on March 7, 2010 - by Cate
Heartstrings
“Thank you for taking care of me mommy” — those words caused a rush of emotion so hard and so fast I could barely choke out a response — “I love you sweetheart,” I whispered. “I love you too,” she replied quietly. I could tell she was feeling better — I knew the drill and knew exactly how she felt, when the pain went away — relief. But those words in her little voice got to me, straight away and recalled countless booboo’s and tears of frustration by my little one. Except my little one was 17 and recovering from a migraine. She squeezed my hand and I was holding my little girl again in my thoughts. It was all I could do to resist the temptation of crawling into bed with her and wrap my arms around her and hold her close. She was getting ready for her semester finals, and exhausted, found herself grappling with a headache. Cut from the same cloth – again, I knew the drill. (more…)
Posted on January 28, 2010 - by Cate
Meeting the In-Laws
We had been dating for a few months, seriously, and I was certainly smitten. He was outgoing, charming, and handsome. An Italian American, he reminded me of my East Coast heritage and it felt very comfortable and familiar. One day in October he asked me if I would like to meet his parents?
Meet the parents [...]
Posted on January 18, 2010 - by Cate
The Vomit Vacation
I was in the zone — a cross between Martha Stewart and Gloria Steinem. I can bring home the bacon and fry it up in the pan… Everything was falling into place.
I found myself planning a luxurious summer vacation — reserving ten days, not the usual seven. Not this time. There was a little extra [...]
Posted on January 12, 2010 - by Cate
Detox
I reviewed the detox plan for week One of the Whole Body Action Plan and discussed with family — everyone was on board — it’s not that long (4 days) and not that drastic (unlike some other “life changing” diet recommendations.) Essentially, you reduce down to one main meal per day, but move it up [...]
Posted on January 7, 2010 - by Cate
Whole Body Action Plan: Assessing Fitness
In the spirit of New Year resolutions and a desire to be a healthier me, I’ve been considering the Whole Body Action Plan and decided I need to assess my fitness. To give you a sense of how avoidant I am on the topic of my own health and fitness, I haven’t stepped on a [...]
A Memorable New Years
by Cate on December 30, 2009
My Irish Uncles
by Cate on December 12, 2009
Gift Ideas for the Girls
by Cate on December 4, 2009
from Nordstrom to CVS in 2 kids
by Cate on November 30, 2009
Family Lore Featured
Meeting the In-Laws
We had been dating for a few months, seriously, and I was certainly smitten. He was outgoing, charming, and handsome. An Italian American, he reminded me of my East Coast heritage and it felt very comfortable and familiar. One day in October he asked me if I would like to meet his parents?
Meet the parents [...]
Featured Just Me
Heartstrings
“Thank you for taking care of me mommy” — those words caused a rush of emotion so hard and so fast I could barely choke out a response — “I love you sweetheart,” I whispered. “I love you too,” she replied quietly. I could tell she was feeling better — I knew the drill and [...]
Technology
My Magic 8-Ball
The Magic 8-ball I remember from my youth was a shiny black orb, a toy, really, with a glowing “window” that would reveal the final verdict to life’s most pressing questions. I can remember evenings spent with my girlfriends either up in the tree fort or on the back porch, whispering in the dark and [...]
About the Blogger
Writing my way out of a self-imposed box: the ironic observations of my life
woman, middle-aged woman, woman with 2 daughters, working woman, daughter, wife, female human being, conscientious, devoted, vigilant, slightly neurotic, foodie, techie, writer
