My kid, the malapropist
She was innocent until proven funny. But I’m glad my daughter spoke up, because had Grace remained silent that day, we would have been robbed of this precious misunderstanding.
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Flipping yogurt: a recipe under duress
Feeling a little frazzled? Here’s a recipe for you: Set aside spatula, frying pan, large container of vanilla yogurt and one small dog.
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A final performance becomes the best gift of all
The very best gift came in the living room of my parents’ Oklahoma home in 2006 where my siblings and our children had convened from across the country.
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Too many M&M’s and 23 other reasons it’s hard to write
It’s easy to write about why it’s hard to write. My top 24 reasons include not feeling so good after devouring one too many M&M’s.
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Happy 60th, Madonna, and thanks for the material
Happy birthday, Madonna, and thanks for helping me get published this year. Add that to your list of lifetime achievements as you turn 60 today.
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A Recipe for Love by Austin Alexander
My son Austin sang at the book signing for my story in “Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Miracle of Love.” The story behind the song is something good.
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How a 1956 prom date led to a 2018 Taylor Swift concert
Coming upon my parents’ old prom photo during this particular week, it seemed as if Mom was telling us, “Go and have a good time!”
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Take my phone because breaking up is hard to do
A story about stringing along a series of salesmen because I can’t say no, but I can’t say yes either.
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How to clean a Bloody Mary mess in flight
I took a deep breath and did what anyone in my position would do as those seated around me gawked at the mess I’d just made. I laughed out loud and said, “This will make a great story.”
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