Charlotte Latvala
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Charlotte Latvala: What's another word for crossword addicted?
Turns out Wordle is gateway to more challenging puzzles. → Read More
Charlotte Latvala: 'Repair Shop' like a cup of tea for the soul
British import is a respite from the real world. → Read More
Charlotte Latvala: Getting dressed for our first night out in two years
Charlotte Latvala discusses getting dressed for her first night out in two years. → Read More
Latvala: Navigating streaming services latest challenge met
Challenge met, now where is network news hiding? → Read More
Charlotte Latvala: Birthday trip to the DMV not without roadblock
Sometimes an original document not better than a copy. → Read More
Charlotte Latvala: This Fourth of July is different
With pandemic restrictions lifting and family members moving forward, gathering for Fourth is comforting this year. → Read More
Charlotte Latvala: Smells like summers gone by
Smell in the air brings back last day of school memories. → Read More
Charlotte Latvala: New life could soon spring up
A year of isolation might soon be over. → Read More
Charlotte Latvala: The sound of sadness
Capt. Von Trapp will forever sing in musical-loving homes. → Read More
Latvala: Cleaning one day at a time
Doing even one small thing a day leads to a cleaner house. → Read More
Charlotte Latvala: Nostalgia for naivete of early days of pandemic
Last March and April was a simpler time because no one knew any better. → Read More
Charlotte Latvala: Well-worn jeans force venture into virtual shopping
When you hate shopping, you wear your jeans 'til they have holes. 'Til suddenly, you can’t anymore. → Read More
For college search, add in the 'COVID Factor'
Normal is not happening this year for anything, including the already-stressful college search. → Read More
The future arrives before you know it
I just checked my phone. It’s still 2020.And writing that still feels weird.Because it’s the future. The calendar says so, even if my heart and mind don’t. (To be honest, I’m still getting used to writing a year beginning with “20—” instead of “19—.” Not to mention figuring out what to do with my stash of Y2K wooden matches.)If I’m being completely honest, my heart and mind are pretty sure it’s… → Read More
Stories, advice from a 25-year mom
My oldest child turns 25 this week, which is an amazing milestone.For me, that is.Sure, she’s done a few things. Traveled to about a dozen countries. → Read More
Charlotte Latvala: When is it OK to spit? Is it ever OK to spit?
I was walking down the street, minding my own business, when I heard it.Oh, you know the sound. You’ve heard it too. Usually when you least expect it.Somewhere between a dog’s growl and a 1974 Dodge Dart engine trying to turn over after a heavy rain.It was a man spitting.Not delicately. Not discreetly.No, this particular guy was gearing up. He was flexing his spit muscles, going deep and hard… → Read More
Charlotte Latvala: Cat enjoys the yoga sessions
I just wrapped up an hour of yoga in my living room, or as I like to refer to it, “Downward Dog, Stalker Cat.”As soon as I unroll the mat, → Read More
Charlotte Latvala: When it comes to returning calls, I prefer to phone it in with a text
Dear People,Here’s why I haven’t called you back.I know, I know, you left a voicemail for me a few days ago. And you’re wondering if → Read More
Charlotte Latvala: What do you remain thankful for?
It’s the weekend after Thanksgiving, and I’m still counting my blessings. Specifically, I’m thankful that: • I woke up this morning. And can move most body parts. And have at least a couple of coherent thoughts during a typical day.• Election season is over, at least for a week or two.• My children have entered young adulthood with all their limbs intact, which I take as tangible proof of… → Read More
Secret to happy marriage simply complicated
My husband and I are about to celebrate our 25th anniversary.Reading those words back, I’m astonished.In some ways, 1993 seems an eternity ago. → Read More