Author Archives: Michelle O'Neil

HT and I saw The Sessions over the weekend. It is the true story of a man who had polio when he was a child and spends most of his time confined to an iron lung. He’s never had sex, … Continue reading →

Okay, I’m really not working for Melissa at Ardissa. I’m not getting paid. It’s just that she’s offering a special on her holiday e-cards today and I wanted to let you know, and also have a little discussion. They’re here!! … Continue reading →

The following is something Riley has been working on. Film making is “her passion.” About her latest video, in her own words: This is a story about a girl who is bullied because of her weight and commits suicide. This … Continue reading →

I’m thankful for everyone who reads this blog. May you have a happy Thanksgiving. May you remember to breathe. May you eat, drink and be merry. May you be in good health. May you know that you are loved.   … Continue reading →

I came across this post the other day at Messy Nessy Chic. It’s about “Poses,” a project of spanish artist, Yolanda Dominguez. I think by now we all know that models don’t really look the way they appear in magazines. Photo-shopping is … Continue reading →

My friend Amber is amazing. See for yourself as she speaks at the school her children attend. She has a story with so many layers, so much texture, you just wouldn’t believe it. There are few people who could have come … Continue reading →

I want to tell you about my friend Kirsten Fawcett-Dubow. She lives on my street and our kids are the same age and used to go to the same school. She co-founded the Girls on the Run chapter at the … Continue reading →

A two hour wait with a line around the block. I didn’t hear one person complain. We were surprised when we arrived to see Stevie Wonder walking down the street with a big entourage. He was just leaving. People were … Continue reading →

The other day, sitting at the kitchen table, I looked up from Facebook on my computer and said to Todd, ” “You’re not going to believe this but ______ is voting for _______.” He looked up from buttering his toast … Continue reading →

Feeling really inward lately. I write but then don’t hit publish. All I want is quiet. Active decompression. Join me on a silent walk? Cleveland is so pretty right now. Love.

My friend Melissa Berman has started a new business where she will take your home video clips and photos and make up a scrapbook for you to share online. It’s really easy and affordable. You just decide on your theme … Continue reading →

Driving Seth to school today we were stopped at a red light. It turned green and before I could even step on the pedal, the person behind me honked. Seriously, I wasn’t dilly-dallying. I looked back at Seth and he … Continue reading →

When we got there on Seth’s first day, the teacher took him over to a wall on which a big note was written. It said: Shalom Seth!  Welcome to our classroom! We hope you have a fantastic first day! Ask … Continue reading →

Seth was pretty nervous his first day of school. He was brave though, and went right in. His teacher is lovely and invited me to stay for the morning meeting and I was able to talk with the kids about … Continue reading →