A Clockwork Orange. I was around 18 I think, and it really did a number on me.

And look for state or local options as well. We have a great one in Nevada, The Nevada Independent. Others are Texas Tribune, Tennessee Holler.

Honestly, what isn't better cooked with, or in, butter?

Life definitely has a way of kicking us in the teeth. Come to Las Vegas, I give great mom hugs!

You do know that some of us are concerned about you, right? I miss your writing so much, and the fact that you aren't writing is worrisome. Please take care of yourself as best you can.

My son was in NICU for a month. He was OK, just early and small. When he came home I was so afraid I would do everything wrong, but he managed to thrive in spite of my ineptitude.