So what do husbands really think about Valentine's Day expectations --the day when we are told we should have HIGH expectations of romance, flowers, candy, diamonds from our men- and if those things are not delivered STAT, we should kick those men to the curb- here are a few sage words of advice from my husband when it comes to Valentine's Day expectations... "My first impressions of this … [Read more...]
I have no Valentine’s Day expectations
I spent part of the weekend with my mom, who is still so raw and unhinged by my father's passing in May. I kept trying to be that convivial figure I think she needs-- trying to rouse her out of bed, trying to remind her that my dad must at least be free of pain right now- and that he wouldn't want her to be so mired in sadness. I kept asking her questions-- to help her remember the good parts, … [Read more...]