There was no paper handy. That’s your excuse for writing a phone number on the meat of your thumb. No pun intended, but it was handy but now you can’t quite totally remove the ink and you’re feeling like an 8th-grader again. Even so, you’ve got the number and, as in the new novel, “Stay
Oh, by gosh, by golly, it’s time for turkey, potatoes, and stuffing. Fancy ties, granny’s pies, and families gathered around. And they whisper, “Happy Thanksgiving” to yooouuuuu! Holy moly! I should be a songwriter. That was just beautiful! *Insert my famous cheesy smile here!* Folks, it’s November. I can’t believe I just typed that. I
We are officially in transitional weather season, and I’m living for this time of year! With highs hitting just around 60 degrees and evenings in the 40s, for my money, this is weather at its best. Besides the crisp autumn air and vibrant foliage, one of my favorite things about this time of year is
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By the time Halloween rolls around, many families are deep into the hustle and bustle of the school year. The holiday provides a great opportunity to focus on family and spend some quality time together. Shared experiences bring loved ones closer, and Halloween is a perfect time for doing something with the people in your
As we embrace the chillier mornings and crisp afternoons of autumn, if you haven’t already, now is the time to bring out your cold-weather wardrobe staples. Trench coats, bomber jackets, oversized blazers — the best fall jackets keep you protected from the season’s chill while also offering a stylish one-and-done effect. Because let’s face it,
“Mommy, why didn’t the skeleton walk across the road?” Kenzy asked me in the car on the way to dance lessons. “Hmm. Because he was dead?” I asked with a laugh. (I mean, I thought that was a pretty solid answer.) “Nope. He couldn’t walk across the road because he didn’t have any guts!” She
In September, your Webb Weekly film critic offered a list of forthcoming movies for the rest of this year; but the roster was so deep that I split it, planning to cover the last two months with this October column. In the meantime, Parade magazine beat me to the punch, running a 10/16 story on
You don’t need that. Ugh, it’s so frustrating when you ask someone for something and they just say “no” right away. Why didn’t they think about it first, or ask your intentions? What if you spend your own money or find that thing yourself? As a kid, you probably hear “you don’t need that” a
Halloween is an enjoyable holiday for all, but particularly for children. Kids enjoy the opportunity to channel their whimsy and imagination, whether that involves choosing a clever costume or helping design the theme and scope of home decorations. Parents, guardians and educators can channel the creativity inspired by Halloween into various craft projects. Crafts can
