Columns
The Raving Redhead: The Drama Bug
By Teresa Roberts Logan
In high school I had the drama bug. And the comedy bug. But my multi-task didn't aid my quest for trophies, pitted against TellTale Guy.
Here's a Thought: I Slam You, Slam We All, Slam for Islam
By Taylor Mason
If it’s true that religion was invented to keep poor people happy, than Islam is a booming religion on every front of this young century.
The Truth Hurts: Ultra-Violet Bar-B-Cue
By Brad Stine
Based on the vegetarian philosophy, if consistent, every time lions eat a gazelle they are committing cannibalism. Vegetarians claim, we are not supposed to eat animals because we ARE animals.
Bad Mom: Defined
By Caron Guillo
I’ve always insisted that motherhood does not define me. Yeah, right.
Martha's Laugh Lines: Driving Mr. Bradbury
By Martha Bolton
When science fiction writer Ray Bradbury agreed to speak for my writing club's banquet, I had no idea I would be the one chauffeuring him in my neighbor's borrowed, fogged-up Cadillac.
Relationships
I've Got the End of School CraziesJune 16, 2009
By Cara Garretson
The end of the school year is finally here, which should mean kicking back and relaxing. But right now school plays, end of the year parties, teachers' gifts and field trips are taking over my life making me wish it was January.
How Many Ways Can I Skin This Cat?April 08, 2009
By Cara Garretson
I think I work pretty hard at the relationships in my life. I strive to be a good mother, wife and friend. But there’s one I’ve given up on. Meet Emma, my cat.
Of love and ESPNMarch 30, 2009
By Cara Garretson
I’m not one of those cute female sports nuts that guys love, who does Final Four brackets, can follow a hockey puck and thinks extra innings at a baseball game is a good thing. But I love the NFL.
Bread and BeautyFebruary 10, 2009
By Jane Lebak
The magazine swears it can save me thirty minutes a day in the kitchen. Unburdened of cooking, what to do with my newfound spare time? Relax and exfoliate!
Cabin FeverFebruary 03, 2009
By J. Rick Brown
Between the Super Bowl and baseball's first pitch time stands still. During this time families often share and draw closer. Our family usually shares the flu and draws close enough to exchange threats of bodily harm.
Obama Inauguration a 'Mixed' BlessingJanuary 13, 2009
By Alice Marks
An integrated family finds itself divided over Barack Obama's historic election, but not in the way you might think.
BookendsJanuary 08, 2009
By Hope Sunderland
I love books. My husband loves remote controls. The years it will take me to read my collection is roughly equal to the number of AAA batteries he’ll consume.
Southern Fried ChristmasDecember 10, 2008
By Hope Sunderland
My family’s northern tribe will soon trek to our southern tropical climate, and there will undoubtedly be a quibble over which is better: a traditional Christmas with fresh snow or a sunny, warm weather holiday season.
Christmas SpotlightsDecember 02, 2008
By Hope Sunderland
When we moved into a neighborhood that boasts an outdoor holiday lighting contest, it sounded like fun. Then I met my neighbor, a.k.a. the “Christmas Enforcer.”
Shoppers, Phone HomeNovember 25, 2008
By Hope Sunderland
If Steven Spielberg filmed the movie “ET” today, he’d have the alien phone home from a grocery store. His cell phone glued to his ear, he’d ask someone from his planet whether he should bring back the “virgin or the extra virgin olive oil.”
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