Solo parenting, shopping with Tess, and why you can't babysit your own kids.

The top 3 things I’m thankful for this year.

We can't be certain whether Tess knows it's her birthday. But she sure can tell when a fuss is being made of her.

The honeydew list explodes beyond belief. And it all goes back to the most realistic scene in The Incredibles.

Part 2 about the Tess Army convening in Portland. A massive showing from dozens of our closest friends and family. And there is talk of ham.

The Tess Army convenes in Portland. A massive showing from dozens of our closest friends and family. And there is talk of ham.

A bear sighting. Not at all dangerous, but instead delightful for Miss Tess.

Two people. Both with a laptop. Telling it like it is.

A phone call that makes me laugh long and hard.