It's said that there are big moments in one's life that forever changes the course of your story; events or decisions that, without them,...

Barb and me (plus a cousin, brother (right) and friends) proudly wearing our "new" ponchos Mom had sewn for us - first day of school,1970...

I don’t remember ever feeling bored as a child even though we didn’t have video games or smartphones to amuse us. We were left to our...

Fun fact: In 1891 Thomas Crapper (really!) patented his valve-and-siphon design, updating the modern toilet in the process. His work...

One of the first excuses I hear when I suggest to someone that they should write their life story is, "But I''m not a writer. I wouldn't...

When my mom passed away earlier this year, after having suffered the indignities and terrifying effects of dementia for the past seven...