It was over thirty years ago, but I remember kindergarten orientation like it was yesterday. It was a dreary evening. My mom pulled her car into Benfield Elementary School’s parking lot. Kindergarten orientation. No thanks. I’ll pass. It was decided. I would be a kindergarten dropout. My education would conclude with a degree from theContinue reading "Kindergarten Dropout"
Miniature Golf Moments
I was four years old when I emptied my bladder on a miniature golf course. Like most toddlers, I waited until the most inconvenient time to tell my dad that I had to go. Not unlike my usual timing of whispering to my mom that I had to go potty during the climax of mostContinue reading "Miniature Golf Moments"
Beat the Heat with SP’s New Snowball Stand
For many Marylanders, snowballs are life. It makes sense, they originated in our state. More on that history later. It has been many years since a snowball stand existed in Severna Park. Thanks to B&A Snowball Station, the wait is over. Located behind The Big Bean at 4 Riggs Ave, the new icy watering holeContinue reading "Beat the Heat with SP’s New Snowball Stand"
Ode to Kinder
Dear Kinder,After all these years and memories, it’s well overdue that I write you this love letter. While most refer to you as Kinder Farm Park, you will always and forever be just “Kinder” to those who know and love you best.I remember our early days together with me rolling down your hills, especially theContinue reading "Ode to Kinder"
Haircut Mishaps
I was 4 years old when the first haircut mishap happened. My friend Emily came over to play. What began as a pretend haircut quickly turned into me actually cutting her hair and mine. The result? Jagged bangs for me and an uneven haircut for Emily. I wonder if Emily’s family truly moved away soonContinue reading "Haircut Mishaps"
Missed Flight
The year was 2006. And, I’d slept through my alarm for my first flight as a freshman on the Penn State lacrosse team. Our team flew once a year. We were headed to Nashville, TN, to play Vanderbilt. My roommate — who was also a teammate — was on a later flight. They split usContinue reading "Missed Flight"
National Siblings Day, Then and Now
Siblings. They’re our built in best friends from birth. So noteworthy that there’s even a celebration on April 10 to honor the special bond between brothers and sisters: National Siblings Day. This time of year, I like to reflect on my blessing of an older brother, Joe, and older sister, Kristen. Something that’s making itContinue reading "National Siblings Day, Then and Now"
Lauren’s Law: Toddlerisms, Take 2
Last year, my toddlerisms article struck a funny cord with so many of my readers. So, naturally, I wanted to follow up with some of the latest funny lines from the tiny people not only in my life, but several of yours. Sher Atkinson of Severna Park shared a hilarious moment when her granddaughter, Sophie,Continue reading "Lauren’s Law: Toddlerisms, Take 2"
Wedding Tales
Anyone who knows me well, knows that Valentine’s Day is my favorite holiday. As a kid, I was obsessed with making heart-covered paper mailboxes and exchanging cards and candy with classmates. As I got older, I loved the Romantic Comedies, better known as Rom Coms for us true fans. In the spirit of a greatContinue reading "Wedding Tales"
Lauren’s Law: Looking Back at 2022 and Forward to 2023
Full disclosure, I’m nine months pregnant. So, I’m slightly phoning it in and reminiscing about some of my favorite Lauren’s Law blogs from 2022. And, before officially turning a page to 2023, I’ve also shared bonus stories and thoughts on these favorite topics.Right out of the gate, I’m jumping into April’s National Siblings Day articleContinue reading "Lauren’s Law: Looking Back at 2022 and Forward to 2023"
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