By Kelly Rathburn

Let’s be honest, the light rail is usually associated with less than appealing visuals. And I have to admit, after living in Sacramento my entire life I never once took the light rail. But after moving out of midtown and into East Sac, I quickly realized what a pain it is to have to drive and park on the grid.

So, after 27 years of fearing our public transportation system, I’m happy to report that it’s really kind of rad. Tickets are only $2.50 and will take you into midtown faster than any parallel parking job you’ve ever attempted... Read More

Although each day we’re seeing the sunshine a bit longer, reminding us spring is approaching fast, we’re still in the heart of winter with its cold days and often overcast skies. In honor of these cooler days, I’ve been thinking about what’s been cool and not so cool this week leading into the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.

Not so cool:... Read More

I heard crying even before I saw it.

Katie’s cries carried down the stairway…

Mommy! Matthew broke his Buzz Lightyear Christmas ornament!

In her hands, she held Buzz. In three pieces.

Matthew trailed behind, with a look of guilt on his tiny face and tears in his eyes.

It’s okay, Mommy will fix it, I promised... Read More