As I was laughing and crying watching The Way, Way Back last week, it dawned on me that the most authentic coming-of-age movies – the ones that bring us right back to our own awkward years of growing up – always seem to take place during the summer. In fact, when I really think … [Read more...] about going way, way back to my summers at camp willoway
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yes, I’m still a daddy’s girl
Today is my dad’s 85th birthday, and I am so lucky to be able to celebrate with him. We’ll do what we both like to do most – go out to lunch together (with my mom, too, of course!) and spend a couple of hours talking about my kids, politics, movies, work, the Yankees, whatever’s … [Read more...] about yes, I’m still a daddy’s girl
the 2013 kia optima sx limited: affordable luxury
In retrospect, it was fitting that Kia gave me a 2013 Optima SX Limited to test drive for a few days before I left for Africa. Delivered to my driveway in Snow (Leopard?) White Pearl, the mid-size sedan was as sleek as a cheetah, as sturdy as an elephant and as efficient as … [Read more...] about the 2013 kia optima sx limited: affordable luxury
why this lois is taking her superman to see “man of steel” for father’s day
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Warner Bros. I believe the best gifts are experiences. … [Read more...] about why this lois is taking her superman to see “man of steel” for father’s day
watch bookexpo america from your couch
I'm at BookExpo America in New York this week and wish you were all here with me! For those of you who aren't, here's the live stream so you can watch some of the events, including the great breakfasts with authors like Will Schwalbe, Wally Lamb, Helen Fielding and Chelsea … [Read more...] about watch bookexpo america from your couch
sun damage by anton disclafani
I had the privilege of meeting Anton DiSclafani at a luncheon celebrating her upcoming novel, The Yonahlossee Riding Camp for Girls, in New York a few months ago. The book is a real treat, and I'm excited to be heading back to New York today for Book Expo America, where I will … [Read more...] about sun damage by anton disclafani
jennie fields on edith wharton and “the age of desire”
I featured The Age of Desire by Jennie Fields in my "4 Must-Read Books of the Year" post back in December, and now that it's out in paperback, I just may read it again! As a big fan of Edith Wharton, I really wanted to interview Jennie but, because I'm now rushing off to BookExpo … [Read more...] about jennie fields on edith wharton and “the age of desire”
the real summer movie superheroes
Summer movies tend to be big and epic and all about superheroes. I prefer small movies about everyday people. I told you about three fascinating documentaries last week, and thought I’d share three more interesting choices. In these, the superheroes are a middle-aged couple … [Read more...] about the real summer movie superheroes