Issues

Laid Off

I feel like that title applies for so many things lately, but specifically, my husband Bryan was laid off a few weeks ago. He was the Creative Director at a start-up here in Denver, and these things happen.We are letting the dust settle, trying to…

A Bad Dream

"Is everything OK with you? I have noticed a recurring theme with your postings over these past few months and I am starting to worry about you. Where did upbeat, life is great Aimee go?"A lovely friend, who has known me a long time, sent…
T-Mobile Denver

Cell Phone Safety with T-Mobile in Denver

My son is getting to "that age." I have been dreading it - but we have been having "the talk." Should he get a cell phone? Some of his friends have one, but I pretty much had it my head: NOT UNTIL MIDDLE SCHOOL. We…

Just Say No To Walmart in East Denver

There is a meeting tomorrow (Tuesday 6/26) at 4pm to discuss a possible Walmart at 9th and Colorado Boulevard in Denver. I found out about this meeting while in Estes Park late last week, and as visitors from out of state overheard us discussing the issue,…

A Week Can Change Everything

Declan is growing so fast. It's like I can see his face and arms and legs expanding in front of my very eyes, like how super heroes transform in minutes during their big movie moments. And with his big growth, comes big hurt.Last week, he…

I Wasn’t Even Alive in The 50’s.

I love that major news organizations are taking note of the power and voice coming from parenting blogs. I am not complaining that more and more articles are coming out, featuring friends of mine no less, and are generally really awesome.I do take exception, however,…