Apr 25
Technological Torment
Early in the pandemic, when everything was shut down, my iPhone decided to throw in the towel. I ordered a new one online and...
Apr 18
STOP Texting Me
While I hated texting at first, I have come to accept that it is probably the best way to communicate with family and friends....
Mar 15
QR Codes and Other Tech Frustrations
Our first TV behind our first baby, who is riding a low-tech wooden giraffe Our first TV was a wedding gift from my grandparents, which...
Jul 8, 2019
Medical Portals Need to Connect
Published in ChicagoNow, July 8, 2019 Over the past year, I have received healthcare from doctors and professionals who use five...
Jan 10, 2019
Why I Love My Computer but Hate Technology
Published in ChicagoNow, January 10, 2019 On Sunday, I cried in the Apple Store. I’m sure I was not the first or last person reduced to...
Nov 13, 2018
E-Learning at Home and Why it’s a Fail
Published in ChicagoNow, November 13, 2018 My grandkids who live in another state had an e-learning day last week when their school was...
Jun 7, 2018
The Internet Has Stolen Everything, Including my Book
By Published in ChicagoNow, June 7, 2018 Two years ago, I published a book. Granted, it was a little book. My friends and family seemed...
May 7, 2018
Evanston Technology Decision Leaves Some Kids Behind
Photo by Brad Flickinger Published in ChicagoNow, May 7, 2018 This is an educational tale of two tweens. My granddaughters are six months...
Nov 20, 2017
How do I Communicate with You?
Published in ChicagoNow, November 20, 2017 The irate parent had showed up for preschool with her three-year-old and baby in tow. When she...
Nov 13, 2017
Our Dysfunctional State Government at Work
In Springfield with Honest Abe & his family By Laurie Levy, November 13, 2017 Governor Bruce Rauner and Secretary of the Illinois...