It’s so exciting to be in love when February 14 arrives. But when I’m not in a relationship I dread the day. Especially at work, where there are all the unavoidable reminders that it is... Read more >>

In addition to its line of coming out cards, Hallmark will be introducing same-sex marriage cards, featuring two tuxedos, overlapping hearts, or intertwined flowers with neutral messages that... Read more >>

Many of people hate Valentine’s Day—and I’m sure there are plenty of reasons. Here are some you may have heard: “It’s a Hallmark-created holiday to fuel the... Read more >>

This past Sunday, I found myself standing in the local Hallmark store, staring at my shopping list. I needed cards for my mother and my ex-mother-in-law for Mother’s Day in two weeks. In... Read more >>

The tough, wonderful job of being a mom gets even trickier when the time to go back to school rolls around. Whether it’s getting the kids where they need to be, whipping up the endless lunches,... Join this chit chat >>

Whoop-de-doo, it’s Mother’s Day. Don’t get me wrong. I think mothers—especially mine—should be worshipped every day for holding their over-scheduled families together.... Read more >>

When my son was barely three, the preschool class rep asked me to help with the Valentine’s Day party. I’m always game for a party, so of course I agreed to help. I was asked to bring... Read more >>