Is This an Intervention?
I had twenty-five days in which to apply for a forty-five day special occasion permit from the Washington State Liquor Control Board. No problem. Two days before the Motherhood: From Egg to Zine (and everything in between) event, I didn’t have a bartender. The morning of the event, I still didn’t know if one of … Read more
Bad Gratitude Monday (Even Though…)
1. Even though one of my acts canceled for the Motherhood: From Egg to Zine (and everything in between) festival coming up on Saturday, I am grateful for the amazing women (and men) who are committed to making it a great show. 2. Even though the three-person belly dance that I’m performing in on Saturday … Read more
The Motherhood: From Egg to Zine (and everything in between) Tour in Chelan, Washington!
The talented mamas of Motherhood: From Egg to Zine (and everything in between) (ME2Z) are heating things up in sunny Lake Chelan, Washington on August 1st! ME2Z is a literary and arts performance tour of moms, grandmas, and would-be moms whose mission is to celebrate motherhood and passionate creativity of women. Pack up your beach … Read more
Bad Gratitude Monday (on Wednesday)
I’m just getting around to blogging today, but I couldn’t forget about gratitude this week, because I have a lot to be grateful for. This week, I’m feeling oodles of gratitude for: 1. The amazing mamas affiliated with Motherhood: From Egg to Zine (and everything in between). These hot mamas are helping to pull everything … Read more
The Dumbing Down of America
For those lucky enough to know The Gonzo Mama in real life, it comes as no surprise when she refuses to vote for a candidate whose campaign literature appears to be crafted by someone who failed to pass middle school English. Routine, too, is the sight of her red-lining a direct mail piece and sending … Read more
So, You Think You Can Belly Dance?
As the new year begins, I am more determined than ever to attend my weekly belly dance classes. I’m not delusional. I know I’m not getting any better. The thing is, I am way more competitive and stubborn than I am devoted, and one of my fellow mamas is preparing to shake her hips for … Read more
