“Jean, I’m a hoarder!” That’s what my mother hit me with when she came for her typical visit. “I can’t get rid of anything! And did you know 1 in 50; maybe even 1 in 20 people are hoarders? People in senior centers are hoarding like crazy!” “Mom just because you’re living in an assisted [...]

It’s funny how vacations were originally designed for relaxation. Oh, how things have changed. Lara and Gus announce a surprise family vacation. She informs me she’s rented a van and I should buy a warm sleeping bag. From that point on I knew this vacation could mean stress! Lara insists the whole family to be ready by 6:00 [...]

Jean Rubin’s mother fears the Housewives Burglaries in Chandler, Arizona.

Jean Rubin’s mother wants to go to driving school and Jean thinks there should be different driving schools to fit the different personalities of Scottsdale.

Wed
9
Feb

Honeysuckle Is It!

5:53 pm

I do not pay a lot of attention to fashion trends. Between my Stressed in Scottsdale life and a lack of style sense, I get dressed every day with abandon. At least I did until Glee and April called me on a conference call and told me that my wardrobe needed updating. “Look, if you [...]

Wed
26
Jan

Snooki an Author?

11:13 am

I can’t believe I am going to admit I know who this is but I can’t believe Snooki has written her own book.  To top it off I can’t believe her book “A Shore Thing” is on the New York Times Best Seller list. I have been trying to write and publish a book for [...]

Scary dolls and Glee’s got a new hormone.

Tue
14
Sep

Our Old People Are Missing!

7:00 am

Jean’s worried about all the centenarians that have diasappeared in Japan.

Air pollution, twits and senior reality shows give Jean stress.

When botox in Scottsdale drops to $4 a shot you know the economy is hurting. And the kids are moving home! Worse, dried reindeer dung a gift.