Just in case you didn't realize it, I'm the meanest mother in the world. My kids have awarded me that title based on a number of criteria, most importantly the fact that I actually force them to do chores. I know, the cruelty of such a thing is unthinkabl...

I am surrounded by Kroger grocery stores. There are two within 10 miles to the south of me; there are two more to the north of me. Other grocery chains are farther away and with gas prices rising, I prefer to shop as close to home as possible. The worst t...

I still haven't booked a flight to Hawaii. I'm waiting to see how long my husband will be there and hoping the price of air fare comes down. I hate when my plans are so unsettled, though. In the meantime, I'm looking around online for interesting and new ...