Profanity vs. Obscenity

Warning: proceed no further if you’re one of those overly sensitive types who is easily offended.  You’re no fun, by the way. == Mamacita says:  Grammar.  I love grammar.  It’s such a fantastic segue to. . . well, pretty much … Continue reading

The Eleventh Hour of the Eleventh Day of the Eleventh Month

Mamacita says:  This day used to be known as Armistice Day, in honor of the armistice that was signed on the “eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month”.  This year, 2010, marks the 93rd anniversary of Armistice … Continue reading

Where Are All The Fathers?

Mamacita says:  I’ve been thinking about my father today.  I have no idea why.  There must have been something that started the thought process – something I saw, heard, ate, felt, laughed at. . . SOMETHING that made me think … Continue reading

Empty Nest Syndrome

. . . and my mind’s eye – ever more astute than the two regular eyes – still sees scenes like this whenever I look out the living room window in the fall. Empty Nest Syndrome. ENS. Certifiable in all … Continue reading

Let's Make Magic For Our Children

Mamacita says:  Don’t tell anybody, but I’m only pretending to be upset that all the stores are getting ready for Christmas.  Yes, it’s too early.  Yes, Thanksgiving really does deserve some undivided attention.  Etc. The fact is, I love Christmas, … Continue reading

Parents and Education and Self Esteem, Oh My

Mamacita says: Oh please, society, let us learn from the past, just a little bit? “Francie thought it was the most beautiful church in Brooklyn. It was made of old gray stone and had twin spires that rose cleanly into … Continue reading