Okay, so I know -- as an elderly 30-year-old lady -- I am not exactly hep to the pulse of the Young People of Today. I do, however occasionally venture to places they gather, such as the mall, and when there, I take the opportunity to observe them. Sort of like a cultural anthropologist, only a lot … [Read more...]
2011 Chrysler Town & Country: Luxury Minivan, Yes I Said It. Luxury.
Model Tested: Chrysler Town & Country Limited Competition in its class: Toyota Sienna • Honda Odyssey • Nissan Quest MSRP for the model tested: $52, 870.00 (Base model valued at $33,995.00)Well, it happened. I drove a mini van. This time it was a Chrysler Town & Country, … [Read more...]
My Secret Love/Shame: Old Navy Maternity Tanks, Three Years Later
I am not pregnant.Let me just get that out of the way right now. However, when I WAS pregnant with both of my kids, one of my staples was an unending parade of Old Navy maternity tanks with pretty much everything. And I'm, uh, still wearing them.I should point out that my youngest is three.Should I … [Read more...]
How being a mom to 8 = GUILT
I ran into an old friend the other day and she was amazed at how many children I have and went on to comment how I must be superwoman and how she finds two children hard to handle. As we parted she turned to me and said "You are so lucky and those children of yours are so lucky to have you as their … [Read more...]
For the Hostess with the Mostest
Summer in the city. No four words in the english language can evoke quite the same level of muggy, sticky, humid unbearableness.If you're like me, you just may have spent part of your last couple of weeks reviewing your Facebook friends' photos and address contacts trying to identify some … [Read more...]
FotoFriday – One for all
A pedi, that is. Eva's favourite big-girl-friend came over to treat her to a mani/pedi.Not one to be left out, Cuy asked for toe polish. He went with a light blue and a subtle red.Do you/would you let your boys wear nail polish? … [Read more...]
You Say It’s Your Birthday!!
Three years. Three freaking years. Today you are three years old. My mind is more than slightly boggled that you've been here for three years but at the same time I wonder what the hell I did before you made your arrival. I find myself looking at older kids at the pool or the … [Read more...]
Italian Egg Sandwich
While I may be a total pain to work with in all other regards, at least my coworkers get some perks. This sandwich is fairly healthy and the combination of marinara, olive oil, garlic, and Parmesan is a Mediterranean delight! Lunch, anyone? ************************************ Italian … [Read more...]
Perfection vs. Reality
I haven't decided yet whether I want to applaud the UK's Advertising Standards Association for banning two cosmetic ads featuring Julia Roberts and Christy Turlington or give them a Cher 'snap out of it' slap across the face. Why are they being banned? That would be for overly … [Read more...]
Tiny Dancers, Huge Pricetag
I just shelled out a huge chunk of change so our two eldest girls would could do ballet next fall.If it weren't for some generous birthday money contributions, I don't think we'd have been able to afford it. And it's got me thinking about kids' activities and which ones are worth the sacrifice (of … [Read more...]
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