Eliana Osborn

Really, you should thank me. I’m just protecting your future self.

Eighteen hours, even if prepared with reading and art material, snacks, and an upgrade to China Airline’s family couch seating, is still EIGHTEEN HOURS.

Best case scenario? A few hours of activity, then we all fall asleep comfortably. Worst case? Well, let's just say it involves blood splatter on those weird double-paned airplane window.

I’m a sucker for an interesting woman, so Notorious RBG is obviously my sort of book.

1. Borrow a child.

84% of full professors in America are White. In case you were unsure, that does not match the overall makeup of the country or the student body.

Is anyone else with me on this? White foods are NASTY.

I’m full of emotions: pride, awe, fear, nerves. The spelling bee first, then the piano recital. Two different kids, same mom. Same me, wanting to prevent my boys from pain and discomfort. Same me, biting my tongue and smiling broadly in support.

For you, dear readers, who are thrilled with the teacher in your life — be it your own teacher, the instructor of your child, or even the person who does piano or karate — this list is for you.

I always have a small piece of my brain on mom mode, no matter what else is happening. I have no problem with this, since that is how humanity has survived.

Ray Nagin. Yes, the former New Orleans mayor who now has a criminal record. Let me explain.