"A pleasing modest reserve, and retiring delicacy, that avoids the vulgar stare of the public eye, and blushing, withdraws from the gaze of admiration, is beyond all doubt one of the principle beauties of the female character""It is this modesty that prevents any female taking prominent part in any … [Read more...]
So Happy Together
Families and friends make everything easier, don't they? Horace and Morris Say Cheeseby James HoweISBN: 978 0 689 83940 5Audience: ages 3 - 8Horace, Morris, and Dolores are the best of friends, and have been for a few books now, despite a few ups and downs that they've had to work through. (This is … [Read more...]
Gifts for Grads
I actually sat down to write a piece about teachers' gift ideas, but once I'd done my research (which consisted of asking my sister who has been teaching for about 15 years what she likes to receive), I realized the preferred teachers gifts fall into two categories: safe (gift cards to shopping … [Read more...]
what is in a name?
When I got married I think my new husband was proud that I took his name -even though I only changed it in practice, not legally.When I separated that was not an immediate thing for me to change again in practice. Many people change the name first as they cannot bear the idea of still carrying the … [Read more...]
FotoFriday – Never ending
I cleaned my kitchen. Swept and mopped the floors. Went outside to water my flowers. Came inside to sit down for 5 minutes and found this. I am never ahead of the house cleaning. EVER. It`s infuriating. I feel like I cannot get out of the toddler … [Read more...]
A Fork in the Road
I'm taking a break from celeb interviews and fab photos to share something I've been struggling with for the past few days. For the 5th time in 2.5 years I've been offered a job as the General Manager of a theatre company. I'm starting to wonder if the universe … [Read more...]
My New Nail Polish Obsession
I am generally quite boring when it comes to my pedicure colors. Pale pinks in the summer, and reds/burgundies in the winter. DULLSVILLE. I have been trying to branch out a bit, and I've found a new favorite: Essie California Coral ($4).I usually shy away from coral tones, on account of my fear that … [Read more...]
Dear George…
Dear George, I was really saddened to read the press release about your breakup with Elisabetta. You really had everyone fooled that you might actually have to eat your words about never getting married and make an honest woman out of her. I'd like to apply for … [Read more...]
2011 Kia Forte5: Family Shmamily, Kias For All!
Model tested: Kia Forte5 EXMSRP for model tested: $23,000.00 Competition in its class: Mazda3 Sport • Suzuki SX4 • Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback • Volkswagen Golf This 5-door hatch back can move and accommodates a family of four quite comfortably, including rather large, oversized car … [Read more...]
The Things I Do…
Two weeks ago I was approached by Cam's teacher:Teacher: "I was wondering if you would be available to help with the grade 4 Medieval Feast next week?"Me: Sure. What do I have to do?Teacher: "Just help bring the food from the staff room down to the gym and help set it up and then serve … [Read more...]
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