Author: Trish
My mother-in-law was the nicest person you’d ever want to meet
It’s a well-worn trope to bash your mother-in-law, but I can’t do that. My MIL was the nicest person on the face of the planet. Ask anyone who knew Diane. They’ll tell you. I’m...
My blog was waylaid by a good book
Just a short post today. My plans for this week got waylaid by a good book. Don’t you just love when that happens? Babysitting doesn’t get in the way of me preparing my blog....
My roses need a fairy godmother with a green thumb
I am the kiss of death for indoor plants. I can kill cacti in a single week. Spider plants shudder at my approach. One plant I received as a gift didn’t stand a chance,...
This mother of the groom wants to brag
My son is getting married tomorrow, and I just want to brag a little. My mother-of-the-groom dress has pockets. I know, right? I can feel your envy from here. Picture it. The two lovebirds...
Anam cara, an ode to friendship
Anam Cara. Soul friend. It’s a term from the Gaelic, reserved for the person to whom you can reveal the hidden depths of your soul. Unlike a soul mate, a soul friend does have...