Health

Frank Turner in Denver & More Adventures in Medical Emergencies

Note: Concert tickets were provided by Frank Turner; all photos and words are mine. My experience at the Frank Turner show was different than any other. Since my friend Erica has written about it, I am free to tell you we had some, well, "issues" while the music rolled on. (I am also free to tell you, on a completely separate note, that her little one just had a bout in the hospital, so give her some love if you can.)
Talking To Your Teens About Drug Use

Talk To Your Tweens & Teens About Drugs

It happened. Kids at Dex's middle school were allegedly busted for pot. I say "allegedly" because I have only heard it from my kid, but that is not really the point. Our conversations about drugs have gone to the next level nonetheless. One of my…

World Diabetes Day – November 14th

It's WORLD DIABETES DAY.I was diagnosed with Type 2 at age 32. I have managed it well for over ten years but it becomes increasingly difficult. It permeates everything. I get sick, it takes longer to get better. I get an eye checkup, the doctor…
Minimal Parenting

#HelpWomenAtRisk With Minimalist Parenting

Note: This post is not sponsored in any way. Just pure blog love. I honestly can't remember when I met Christine Koh and Asha Dornfest. Some conference, I think, where you meet most bloggers, but I loved them both instantly. I do remember thinking they…

Older

It's a weird thing, getting older. At first, mainly you just can't believe it. Where did that come from? I feel exactly the same as I did ten years ago! Well, except my kid was unable to feed himself then and now he pretty much…

Denver Botanic Gardens – Fall & Winter Events 2013

I have always been a huge fan of our Denver Botanic Gardens. I often go there on "photo walks" with Dex, and I just photographed a wedding there last weekend. If you haven't been since their renovation, I suggest you head over - it's better…