We grew up across the street from each other in Miami Beach; in a neighborhood where you knew everyone. The ages of our families lined up perfectly–she was friends with my younger sister; I was friends with her older sister; and our brothers were friends. Once we grew out of playing in each other houses, […]
From Life-Bored to LifeBoard
I was 15 and bored. Who knew? Ever since I had cancer, I look back and wish I had paid more attention my sophomore year of high school, when I could should have been learning –about life. That high school year of Biology was the only class—and the last class– I would ever take in […]
Buried Treasure
V was on a business trip this weekend and an old friend was in town overnight. We had a girls’ pajama party, talking into the middle of the night. (that photo isn’t us, by the way. We were drinking wine.) When she left the next morning, I realized this little snapshot of one night is […]
Popularity Contest
I wrote this on August 3, 2008 during my first month as a blogger. Remember back in high school when we thought it was all about being popular? In some ways, it still is. Selling yourself is a fact of life. Part of the job description for pretty much everyone. College applicants. Doctors. Presidents. And […]
9/11
We met when Alli was in first grade and became friends with Carolyn’s identical twin daughters. They were just like their mom–blonde and beautiful, with hearts of gold. Carolyn was one of those gorgeous women who didn’t seem aware of how beautiful she was. She was going through a tough time–divorced, raising three children alone, […]
The real stars of the Emmys
For once it wasn’t about the clothes. With all the stylists dressing everyone in Hollywood, these award shows might never again bring us a star wearing a gasp-worthy outfit. Unless you include the attire worn by Temple Grandin– who was the real star of the show. Her life story won a well-deserved Emmy, and her authentic exuberance […]
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