When my kids were younger, I loved reading them the story of The Runaway Bunny. Having a little one all snuggled up on my lap as I told the story of the little rabbit who tells his mom that he wants to run away was always one of my favorite ways to end a long day. My kids would giggle and smile as I would use all the years of acting lessons I had making the story come … [Read more...]
My Princess and Me
For as long as I can remember, I craved the deep mother-daughter connection I always felt was missing from my relationship with my mother. Though we’re close, we’ve never shared the same interests and passions that she has with my sisters. I’m a girly girl that was born into a family that never really indulged my passion for all things pink. My parents had the crazy idea that … [Read more...]
What a Mom Says: A Roundup of the Best Parenting Lines of 2013
Being a mother is the most rewarding job I’ve ever had. I adore it and the three children that employ me.But let’s be honest, at times it’s a thankless job. Just wait til you have to start gifting money to your kids when they get older!Cleaning vomit off of floors, changing diapers, and dealing with other messes that one never imagines when they’re pregnant and dreaming of … [Read more...]
The Girl Who Taught Me How To Spell The Word Love
The bonds of female friendship have been on my mind ever since I finished reading, The HerStories Project, edited by Jessica Smock and Stephanie Sprenger. I’m honored to have a contribution included in this wonderful collection of essays that explores the role that our girlfriends play in our lives. My essay, The United Federation of Moms, deals with my experience of looking … [Read more...]
Carisa Miller is Getting Possessed with Kathy and the Dishwasher!
Happy December and welcome to the eighth installment of, Getting Possessed with Kathy and the Dishwasher.Since August I have had the fun of exploring the concept of possession with some of my favorite writers. I have loved sharing these very talented women with you and the Dishwasher has had a ball learning that there are many demonic appliances across the country. The both of … [Read more...]
