Monthly Archives: July 2006

Bloggers, walking

I’m thinking of a variety of blogger gatherings to come; blogger winery tours, blog walks in the fall, blogger potluck, blogger progressive dinners, blogger caroling or breakfast with bloggers. All of the above events could be virtual or in person. … Continue reading

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NWOK in Charlottesville

Blogging parents know that NWOK can only mean one thing: a night without kids! That’s what we’re looking at tonight, as the girl enjoys a sleepover at camp. Ideas? Where shall we go for dinner and entertainment? Maybe we’ll just … Continue reading

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Silly photo Thursday

Here’s a shot of me with the boy from Mothers’ Day. Our neighbor took the photo at Cardinal Point Winery. We had a good time that day. Is it obvious that I miss him?

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Tipping the scales: work vs. family

A friend of mine has had some difficulty adjusting to full time work from a stay-at-home, fluctuating freelance schedule. Scratch that. Her family has had difficulty adjusting to mom’s full time work. Another friend, a dad, and I were discussing … Continue reading

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Working Moms: the need to work

I once worked with a woman who frequently reminded us (poor, working saps that we were) that she didn’t “need” to work. Her lack of need was supported by her husband’s mammoth paychecks. While her assertion was a slap in … Continue reading

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