Christmas Quotes and Holiday Saying... Nov 29, 2008
"There is nothing sadder in this world than to awake on Christmas morning and not be a child." ~Erma Bombeck, in I Lost Everything in the Post-Natal Depression. "Christmas gift suggestions: To your enemy, forgiveness. To an opponent, tolerance. To a friend, your heart. To a customer, service. To all, charity. To every child, a good example. To yourself, respect." ~ Oren Arnold. (Suite101.com)
January events in the Shippensburg region (50) Aug 23, 2008
Referred to as the Erma Bombeck of the Farm Belt by the Wall Street Journal, she will entertain the audience with her humorous program on farm life ... Referred to as the Erma Bombeck of the Farm Belt by the Wall Street Journal, she will entertain the audience with her humorous program on farm life. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Do you ban shoes in the house? Aug 2, 2008
Reread Erma Bombeck s writing about (something like, if I d had more time, or something; what s really important). I like to keep my things nice, too. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
It's hard to measure the cost, and benefit, of your children Jul 5, 2008
That brings to mind advice from the late Erma Bombeck: "Never lend your car to anyone to whom you have given birth.". - Some parents face great challenges. (Florida Times-Union)
24 comments Jun 2, 2008
-) cheers Doc, aka Rich from Chicago, ILMay 30, 2008 @ 12:06 PMIf Erma Bombeck had a three-way with Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity, the hellspawn child from that unholy union would write columns like this. El Clam, USA. (Human Events Online)
1 comment May 12, 2008
Humorist Erma Bombeck, whose best-selling "Motherhood: The Second Oldest Profession" was her funniest book, wrote in a preface to Mrs. Kramer's memoir: "Do you know what your son John did? He has such love for you that he wrote to tell me about your book and the life that inspired it.". Children -- even when they're adults -- need a way to express their love for their mothers. (Human Events Online)
Mother’s Day miracles May 10, 2008
I always remember what Erma Bombeck wrote, that motherhood isn t for sissies. In the first place, you re a mother 24 hours a day, at least, but you love every minute of it. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
The Real Meaning of Mother's Day May 9, 2008
Humorist Erma Bombeck, whose best-selling "Motherhood: The Second Oldest Profession" was her funniest book, wrote in a preface to Mrs. Kramer's memoir: "Do you know what your son John did? He has such love for you that he wrote to tell me about your book and the life that inspired it." ... Humorist Erma Bombeck, whose best-selling "Motherhood: The Second Oldest Profession" was her funniest book, wrote in a preface to Mrs. Kramer's memoir: "Do you know what your son John did? He has such love for... (Townhall.com)
Even if I had a choice, I would have no other mother May 8, 2008
Forest City Summit Britt News. Story created May 06, 2008 - 10:24:00 CDT.. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Your School : Laona Forensics Team sets goals for state competition Apr 3, 2008
Their comical selection is an analysis of the teenage and parent relationship as seen by author Erma Bombeck. Sharko and Cleereman are making their second trip to Madison in Group Interpretation. (Forest Republican, WI)
'Matrimony' asks: Is it harder to write or to wed? Dec 18, 2007
Enter Joshua Henkin, whose quiet, thoughtful novel Matrimony takes a serious look at the "ties that bind and gag," as Erma Bombeck put it. Julian Wainwright and Mia Mendelsohn meet in college and end up getting married their senior year, after Mia's mom is diagnosed with a terminal illness. (Christian Science Monitor)
Picking over the bird Nov 25, 2007
Erma Bombeck once wrote that Thanksgiving takes four days to make and 12 minutes to eat. Happily, the crew stayed at the table longer than 12 minutes, perhaps because the Cowboys-Jets game was so uninspiring. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Public input a crucial part of Jeans expansion Nov 1, 2007
Advanced News Search. Thursday, November 01. (Springfield Sun, PA)
Author to reveal ghostly secrets on Halloween Oct 31, 2007
His humor writing has garnered praise from the Missouri Press Association and the Erma Bombeck Workshop at the University of Dayton, Ohio. For more information about these upcoming programs featuring Offutt, call the Belt Branch at (816) 232-5479 or the Savannah Branch at (816) 324-4569. (Maryville Daily Forum, MO)
Peg Bracken, 89; author struck a chord with the irreverent 'The I Hate to Cook Book' Oct 23, 2007
Culinary historian Laura Shapiro said Bracken wrote in a genre she calls "the literature of domestic chaos." Like Jean Kerr and Shirley Jackson (and, later, Erma Bombeck), Bracken approached the experiences of mid-20th century wives and mothers from an ironic perspective. She also was truly interested in good food. (Los Angeles Times)
The Final Word Aug 22, 2007
My friend Tim Bete, who heads up the Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop at the University of Dayton, e-mailed the other day to point out the problem. "My daughter, who's going into seventh grade, told me this during her last week of sixth grade," he wrote: " 'Today is the last recess of my entire life. They don't have recess in seventh grade.' ". (USA Today -- Life)
Inspiring creativity Jul 27, 2007
Artists make up about 45 percent of the club's membership Organization headquarters is located in the historic, castle-style Pen Arts Building in Washington D.C. Some famous letters members included Eleanor Roosevelt, Erma Bombeck, Pearl Buck, Jessamyn West and Eudora Welty. Today's famous letters members include Anne Tyler, Rosalynn Carter, Barbara Bush, Hillary Clinton and Helen Thomas. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
What a declaration, what a day Jul 5, 2007
For that reason alone, we close this small presentation with an observation by the late humorist Erma Bombeck, who, had she thrived in a just monarchy would surely have been Queen for Life. "You have to love a nation that celebrates its independence every July 4, not with a parade of guns, tanks, and soldiers who file by the White House in a show of strength and muscle, but with family picnics where kids throw Frisbees, the potato salad gets iffy, and the flies die from happiness. You may think... (North County Times)
Today in History - May 13 May 13, 2007
Thought for Today: "When your mother asks, 'Do you want a piece of advice?' it is a mere formality. It doesn't matter if you answer yes or no. You're going to get it anyway." _ Erma Bombeck, American humorist (1927-1996). A service of the Associated Press(AP). (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
This Day in History May 13, 2007
Erma Bombeck, American humorist (1927-1996). Untitled Document. (Montana Standard, MT)
Page H. OnoratoGuess who said what about food May 10, 2007
"12. Walt "I have met the enemy and he is us" Kelly of Pogo fame.13. Humorist Erma Bombeck who wrote "The Grass Is Always Greener Over the Septic Tank. "14. Author Somerset Maugham, and he's right, especially if it's a full one with rashers and bangers and toads in a hole.15. Patron Saint of the South Lewis Grizzard, and may he be enjoying a kitchen sink tomato sandwich (so juicy you have to eat it over the sink) right now up in heaven with his dog, Catfish.Page H. Onorato is a retired teacher.... (Foster's Daily Democrat)
Clergy View -- Measure of a successful life: Service to God May 4, 2007
The wise sage Erma Bombeck once warned: Don t confuse fame with success. Madonna is one, and Helen Keller is the other. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Women inspire others through 'Chicken Soup' series Apr 16, 2007
Besides writing short stories for several magazine and book series, Hubley eagerly is awaiting word on the results of the 2007 Erma Bombeck Writing Competition, which she entered with a story on "re-gifting and what can happen.". "Erma Bombeck is my idol," Hubley said. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Life)
Women, see the world in safety Mar 22, 2007
She gets the most from her life, by "making every day an Erma Bombeck day" by donning her prettiest clothing and jewelry, or taking long rides on her Arabian horse, Fortune's Luck, or planning her next trip. "People say, 'I'll do that afterwards,' but it's when 'afterwards' stares you in the face that you realize you don't have afterwards, that your life shifts," she said. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
First baby the hardest to handle? Mar 18, 2007
Erma Bombeck (a family friend) said it right years ago that children are like pancakes. The first one is used to season the griddle and then should be thrown out. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Oscar's kids Feb 21, 2007
" Bonus tidbit: Has a blog, qcreport.blog spot.com, with homey entries that sound like Erma Bombeck with an edge. Columbia Pictures Justin Henry, 1979, Kramer vs. Kramer Age at nomination: 8 years, 276 days Nomination: Supporting actor, 1979's Kramer vs. Kramer Career, post-Oscars: Waited four years before acting again (TV's Fantasy Island). Films as teen include Sixteen Candles (1984), Sweet Hearts Dance (1988). Graduated from Skidmore College, 1993. Did TNT Civil War miniseries Andersonville... (USA Today -- Life)
British Police Arrest 8 Terror Suspects Jan 31, 2007
"You feel like you should challenge your son or daughter: 'Where are you going at night? What are you watching on TV? What are you doing on the internet?'A service of the Associated Press(AP) Tell us what you think... Comments ? The comments above are from readers. In no way do they represent the views of the Rhinelander Daily News. Post a comment (150 word limit) ? We will not post reader comments containing racial, religious or personal attacks, slander, profanity, e-mail addresses, mailing... (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
Kelly Marker: Healthful lifestyle changes result in friendlier mom Jan 23, 2007
Erma Bombeck ponders. Would they (her kids) remember a mother who took knots out of shoestrings with her teeth that they had wet on all day long. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Hipster humorist is a dad at heart Jan 14, 2007
Despite his hipster status, Pollack confesses he was aiming for the universal humor of authors like Jean Shepherd and Erma Bombeck in the new book. "There's this sort of frosting layer of pseudo-hipness and rock 'n' roll and Gen-X neuroses, but in the end it's still the same basic story about having to feed, clothe, and house your family and try to raise a smart, healthy kid," he says. (Boston Globe)
