Author: Jill Berry

Seizing family time one dinner...game night...movie at a time.

Prunes! Yes, Prunes Were a Hit!

Prunes? I have no clear recollection of eating prunes as a child. Prunes were something that my grandmother might eat. I might have had prunes and custard as part of my school lunch at the Catholic convent school. At my school…

Vote for Brandy!

As a young kid my parents covered my health insurance. In England, we used National Health Service doctors. No copays. No fees. All free health care. Of course, if you required a specialist the wait time could be lengthy. A…

The Dinnertime Struggle

I struggle to cook dinner for my family every night of the week. Breakfast and lunch I have no problem with, but dinner? Dinner is my nemesis. I cook from scratch one or twice, but with swim practice, karate, homework,…

A Movie Starring Me?!?!

Ever ponder the question: If a movie was made about my life, who would play me? I have pondered it, but never get to the part where I decide who will play me. I’m too honest and modest to choose…

The View Is Must Watch This Week!

Last week’s The View went from the poignant — the episode about infertility problems — to the ridiculous — the spectacle of Octomom and her laugh. This week The View will host some exciting guests that are sure to generate…