It was a big day here yesterday, which you would have known if you’d seen me, because I was wearing lipstick. Like, actual lipstick, not just the bacon chapstick I slather on daily. In case you think that was a joke, that was not a joke.

Do I lose credibility immediately upon admitting that my “big” morning involved volunteering for the Carnevale party at Scarlett’s school? I just thought the children would appreciate that bit of extra makeup effort. I also wore a multicolored beaded necklace for them, because I am nothing if not festive. Although I am evidently not as festive as one of the other moms there, who was dressed head to toe as Queen Elsa.

I have always been the kind of mom who wants to be very involved at school, but after ALS sat me down for good, I was certain my classroom volunteering days were over. I normally just watch the email requests go by, thinking I won’t be helpful, best to let someone else do it. But last week our room parent sent a note saying she still needed help, and instead of blowing it off again, I thought, well, why not me? Read More>