I am heartbroken to write another blog post about unsafe garment worker conditions in the country of Bangladesh. Because yes, there is news yesterday of the collapse of an eight-story garment factory that has killed "at least 87" workers. This building had known structural cracks and "workers told...

If you're a fan of bargain hunting in thrift shops, then you already know that demonic spirits can inhabit that pennies-on-the-dollar pair of Lucky brand jeans or even that adorable sweater. Televangelist Pat Robertson recently even advised a caller to The 700 Club on how to deal with evil...

It's been a difficult three days for America, as we've gone from shock to deep mourning for the children and staff of Sandy Hook Elementary School. And however you feel about the growing debate surrounding gun control, one consensus has come out of this tragedy, which is to hold your...

Does the holiday gift shopping season make you want to bury your head under the covers until December 26th? Well, you're not alone. But just because big box retailers get all the press doesn't mean that the only gift giving options involve the words "big screen and "TV."

There are...

I possess a secret talent. And no, it's not the juggling of flaming chainsaws while whistling the Star Spangled Banner. (I'm actually a pretty poor whistler.)

I find coins on the ground.

Wherever. Whenever. Always have and always will.

My...

I feel like I've been finessing the art of spending less money without crossing the line into insane-cheapo-lady for, well, my entire existence. Like everything in life, it's both an art and a science. Zero-ing in on that sweet spot where the delicious joys in life can be found in...

Do you spend the month of December annoyed and stressed out because your family's gift-giving expectations are out of control? Please take comfort in knowing that you are not alone. With the exception of your Great-Aunt Sally, there are very few of us who excite at the thought of shopping...

If you viewed my life from the outside, it would seem pretty damned normal. I live in a generously sized house in a lovely Portland, Ore. neighborhood. I work part-time as a labor and delivery nurse, attend my teenage sons' soccer games and generally don't stand out too much.

In...

If you viewed my life from the outside, it would seem pretty damned normal. I live in a generously sized house in a lovely Portland, Ore. neighborhood. I work part-time as a labor and delivery nurse, attend my teenage sons' soccer games and generally don't stand out too much.

In...