Category Archives: Quirky Life Lessons

Where’s the Bitch?

Here’s a connection to someone who will remind you that you are NOT ALONE on the road less traveled. Miriam Feder is forging a path and has something to teach us…

When in Doubt, Ask the Dog

Great advice can come from anyone.

What My Anger Says About Me

Re-reading my previous post about my daughter’s drawing, I am struck by my consistent use of the word, “drawing” instead of more conventional wording of “coloring inside/outside the lines.”  It points to a strong personal value I hold around creativity, especially personal expression and creation.  For me, drawing is a metaphor for that expression.  You [...]

Drawing OUTSIDE the Lines

Last week my 4  year old came home from pre-school with the news that she gets in trouble with her teacher if she doesn’t color inside the lines!  I’ve been chewing on this for 7 days, trying to rationalize why this isn’t a big deal – probably a motor skill milestone the teachers are trying [...]

Scorched Oatmeal Life Lesson

What’s burning on your stove?

Self-Help Diet: Day Five