I recently saw a sign that read, BE THE CHANGE. I contemplated this for a few days. What kind of change could I make? Spanx have already been invented. Teeth whitening gels are readily available. Wrinkle creams are on every store shelf. Then a voice asked, “How superficial are you today, Anne?” I…
Puppy Training
I watched the Dog Whisperer on TV yesterday. Caesar has such command with those unruly dogs. I was seriously impressed. He discussed how important it is to train the family dog. The people are the alphas in the house. I sipped my coffee and agreed. I looked at Miss Mattie and Mr. Murphy, my cockapoos,…
Lamb Chops and Parenting
There was a time thirty-five years ago, I thought I’d have little ones attached to my leg forever. They favored my left leg, consequently I had one toned, muscular leg. I could move three children at one time, just by taking a few steps. I was an Uber of an old dimension. During those…
New Moms, Don’t have a Blue Holiday
If you were fortunate to have a baby in the fall, there is a good chance that your postpartum depression could be more severe over the holidays. Please don’t wait to call your obstetrician. The holidays bring their own gifts of stress. For many it’s a depressing time of year; a time we’re especially aware…
Down Below…said in a very deep, low voice
We were at a party last night when a male friend asked if we’d seen the billboard in Tampa. “Which one?” I asked curiously. He looked at his wife and grinned. “They haven’t seen it. Can you tell?” She giggled. He went on, “There is a billboard advertising… are you ready for this? Cosmetic Gynecology.”…