Beating Austin’s Heat with the Perfect Pool Workout
I’m feeling a little guilty these days. You see, I’ve stepped out on my yoga class. I confess—it’s hard to stay with one workout for …
2016 DNC Proves Politics Isn’t Just an Old Person Thing
The Sanders campaign has given me hope. Hope that my passion for this year’s Democratic National Convention isn’t just some hormonal middle-aged fixation. True, I’m …
It’s Hot and I’m Drinking
What a beautiful Sunday evening (even though it is 98 degrees at 8 p.m.). I’m sitting outside under the porch fan, enjoying another Bulleit Whiskey …
Beach Reads for Family Trips
The world may well be divided into two groups: those who read on a beach vacation and everybody else. The extended Fisher clan recently migrated …
What I Can Do About Racism
My heart broke as I watched Diamond Reynold’s video capturing the immediate aftermath of Philando Castile’s shooting during a routine traffic stop. I didn’t think …
Celebrating the 4th With Family
Sweet fresh peaches. Homemade ice cream. Corn on the cob. Birthday slices of watermelon. Tangy blackberry cobbler. Triple E BBQ. A sip of something cool. …
Running the Trails at Walnut Creek Park
Few things are better than empowering someone with the confidence to successfully navigate a trail. I love to introduce people to my favorite outdoor spaces, …
Orchids: Captured Beauty in a Pot
I am afraid to touch my orchid. This particular plant has been in bloom since February, when my husband gave it to me for my …
#NotOneMore
The music thumped, the sun shone, and my hubby and I were in full vacation mode. Bright colors decorated every possible surface; flags and banners …
Does X Games Make Me a Cool Mom?
The photographer was desperately nonchalant as he talked with the female reporter next to him. As I worked on my laptop, one eye focused on the …