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It snowed last night. Snow is a curse. Snow is evil. Snow is what happens when the atmosphere solidifies and falls on your head.
To all expectant moms, I’d like to say: Welcome to the New Normal.
Winter is clearly here, but it's not just the weather that's been getting colder. Some recent news stories reveal a good amount of frost seeping into society, as well.
This year I’m asking extra help from God on the requisite “get in shape” resolution. I’m praying for the metabolism of a hummingbird. Is that so wrong?
Here it is, as concise as I can make it: 10 rules that will see you (and me) through 2009 and beyond.

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The Truth Hurts: A Snow Death

January 06, 2009
It snowed last night. Snow is a curse. Snow is evil. Snow is what happens when the atmosphere solidifies and falls on your head.

Bad Mom: The New Normal

January 05, 2009
To all expectant moms, I’d like to say: Welcome to the New Normal.

MARTHA'S LAUGH LINES: Frost Warning

January 02, 2009
Winter is clearly here, but it's not just the weather that's been getting colder. Some recent news stories reveal a good amount of frost seeping into society, as well.

The Raving Redhead: Gettin’ in Shape, Y’all

January 01, 2009
This year I’m asking extra help from God on the requisite “get in shape” resolution. I’m praying for the metabolism of a hummingbird. Is that so wrong?

Here’s A Thought: Ten Rules For The New Year

December 31, 2008
Here it is, as concise as I can make it: 10 rules that will see you (and me) through 2009 and beyond.

The Truth Hurts: A New Year to Fail

December 30, 2008
Nothing says failure like a New Year's resolution! We live in a culture that no longer demands discipline, relying on self-help gurus to remedy our shortcomings.

Bad Mom: The Blessing

December 29, 2008
Last week my husband and I gave blessings to our children. We thought it was a good idea.

Martha's Laugh Lines: The Good and Bad of 2008

December 27, 2008
Many people will be happy to see a rough 2008 come to an end. In spite of the dire forecasts for 2009, good and bad often show up together.

The Raving Redhead: Christmas Tangents

December 25, 2008
Well, it’s Christmas Day. And I should be done with my shopping in about a week. ...

Here’s A Thought: The Year-in-Review Awards

December 24, 2008
In honor of the Golden Globes and upcoming Oscar nominations, here is our look back at 2008, awards-style. ...