Straight-talk advice on marriage, parenting, work and the everyday crossroads of life. From a longtime wife, mom, and marketing VP who’s been there. Welcome.

On TV Shows

The Mom: Whatcha watching?

The 14 y.o.: Arrested Development.

The 11 y.o.: Dogtown.

The 7 y.o.: Dr Phil. 

The Mom: Dr Phil?

The 7 y.o.: Yeah. He’s talking to grown up sisters who were bullied by the oldest sister. It’s a topic I am very interested in. For obvious reasons.

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