Madora Kibbe

Something to Laugh About

personal essay
Personal Essay
Why I'm Sporting a Poncho Again
From the November 18th edition of The Christian Science Monitor
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A Few Things I’ve Noticed
Amusing observations about modern family life in all its complex splendor. (Click on title to read a selection.)
essay printed in the June 30th Christian Science Monitor
"Dinner and a Dash"
There are two kinds of change -- real and loose.
Chapter one of "A Few Things I've Noticed"

A Few Things I've Noticed

“Our children go to a progressive school which I’m beginning to think means a school that will progressively drive their parents out of their minds.”


A Few Things I’ve Noticed is a collection of humorous essays that ring true for anyone living in this multi-tasking modern world who’s trying to get through the day with both family and sanity intact.

It's the perfect gift for parents, grandparents, children and very smart pets.




Madora Kibbe lives in New York with her husband, children and dogs. She has been a contributing writer for The Christian Science Monitor for over 25 years. Her work has appeared in Bedford Magazine, Working Woman Magazine, On Location Magazine, and various other publications. She has also written for radio, theater and television.
A collection of humorous essays that capture the essence of modern family life

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