Category Archives: Reality check

Every Day I Write the Book

Posted on March 27, 2012 by Susan H. Greenberg

I’ve got a new work schedule, and it involves getting the mail as often as possible. Yesterday, I went out to retrieve it twice, even though it was there the first time. That’s how antsy the new arrangement makes me. … Continue reading →

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No Day Without Sunshine

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Susan H. Greenberg

When I got home, I noticed a long, rectangular box perched on our front steps. The return address read, “Cushman’s, for Harry & David.” Great! I thought; some loving friend or relative vacationing in Florida sent us some citrus to … Continue reading →

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Hypocritical Parenting

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Susan H. Greenberg

I remember the first time I realized my parents didn’t always practice what they preached. We were at the ticket window of a museum, and I heard them ask for two Adult and two Child tickets–even though I was just … Continue reading →

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The Magic is Gone. Or is It?

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Susan H. Greenberg

It’s been a sobering week: we bid farewell to both the Tooth Fairy and Santa. First my 9-year-old daughter lost two teeth. When I suggested she put them under her pillow for you-know-who, she flopped around on her bed and, … Continue reading →

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Making a List

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Susan H. Greenberg

Of the many things I dislike about December, presents rank right near the top. Partly that’s because we, a mixed-faith family (half Jewish, half Christmas), celebrate everything, so the excesses are head-spinning. But I also remain vastly insecure about who … Continue reading →

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Gossiping With My Girl

Posted on November 27, 2011 by Susan H. Greenberg

While I was getting dressed for Thanksgiving dinner, I overheard an alarming conversation between my husband and my 16-year-old daughter. It went something like this: Daughter: “Dad, have you watched the latest Gossip Girl yet?” Mr. 70 Percent: “Yes! I’m … Continue reading →

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Nothing Two Advil Won’t Cure

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Susan H. Greenberg

When my son first told me his head hurt after football practice, I offered my standard response: “I’m sure it’s nothing; take two Advil.” By now, I should know better. I have given this erroneous assessment at least a dozen … Continue reading →

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The Things I Shouldn’t Have Said

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Susan H. Greenberg

It was on 6 x 9 that I snapped. We had been over it dozens, maybe hundreds, of times. “52?” she’d say. “No, 56!” I could swear she’d had her math facts down cold by the end of 3rd grade, … Continue reading →

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Make Room on the Mantle

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Susan H. Greenberg

Apparently I’ve been granted a Versatile Blogger award, which sounds suspiciously like something a blogger like me (ie severely lacking in readers, impact and lucrative corporate sponsorships) would invent to boost her profile. The only reason I even found out … Continue reading →

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License to Run Errands

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Susan H. Greenberg

If you’re wondering why there are so many horrendous drivers on the road, I’ve got the answer: it takes exactly six minutes to pass a driving test. At least that’s how long it took my daughter–the one who, en route … Continue reading →

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