Cara McDonoughI have some questionsIs it just allergies? If I voted for in-person school does that mean I hate teachers? But how did he get it? Are we following proper “pod”…Aug 18, 2020Aug 18, 2020
Cara McDonoughWhy writing is difficult right now. Why it is difficult always.Up in the finished part of our attic in a little wooden bookshelf against the wall, there are a whole bunch of books about writing. Books…Apr 27, 2020Apr 27, 2020
Cara McDonoughA moderately rough timeAnother grown-up thing I’ve learned, though, is that coping with life and — yes — feeling great, isn’t self-indulgent. It’s pragmatic.Feb 24, 2020Feb 24, 2020
Cara McDonoughRegarding all the feelings of failureThis year I have readopted a title I’m very familiar with: freelance writer. I’ve done this before a few times in my life — not had another…Mar 29, 2018Mar 29, 2018
Cara McDonoughThe Girl One: Getting Excited About a Clinton PresidencyMy eight-year-old daughter was working on an art project at our dining room table a few months ago. “Nora,” I began. “Who do we want to win…Oct 26, 2016Oct 26, 2016
Cara McDonoughthoughts that occured before 7:30 a.m this morningI feel stupid in this shirtJun 22, 2016Jun 22, 2016
Cara McDonoughHow to deal with a dog on LasixOne day a few summers ago, we noticed our small dog Mina making a coughing sound.Feb 5, 2015Feb 5, 2015
Cara McDonoughFor a Connecticut Mom, New York City Is (Mostly) MagicEverybody needs a familiar — but not too familiar — getaway spot.Jan 30, 2015Jan 30, 2015
Cara McDonoughDogs vs. ChildrenThere’s a purple velour tracksuit in a Tupperware storage bin in our basement. Although a garment of that type and color is notable in any…Nov 12, 2014Nov 12, 2014
