Tag Archives: lists

Baby Love

Posted on February 12, 2012 by

Wow. This week I realized that I know about 400 currently pregnant women, some of whom are my best friends, and others are relatives. So, of course, these ladies must be clamoring for my stellar parenting advice. You’re welcome! (I’m going … Continue reading →

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A Seven-Year-Old’s Top Three Songs of 2011

Posted on December 24, 2011 by

First of all, I have to let you know that this post is 100% stolen from inspired by my real-life friend over at lucysfootball. (Yeah, I’m totally a jerky name-dropper in the hopes that I can be famous by association.) … Continue reading →

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Guilty Pleasure Cinematic Retellings

Posted on December 22, 2011 by

Maybe there are some who would argue that updated movie versions of classic literature are misguided at best and abominations at worst. To me, they are the best in guilty pleasure joy. And maybe even inspire people to read the … Continue reading →

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Winter Comfort

Posted on November 5, 2011 by

I woke up to our first significant snowfall this morning and I started thinking about all the things that bring me comfort when it’s snowy outside. Staying well: Elderberry A potent virus-fighting berry. I take a tablespoon in the morning throughout … Continue reading →

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Delusion #299: My Impending Fame Requires an Amazing Pseudonym

Posted on October 11, 2011 by

As far as I am concerned, the only way to fight a cold is with delusion. (I’m already doing the boring stuff like trying to stuff myself full of vitamin C, elderberry, and Pu’er tea and resting with cats…) So I’m … Continue reading →

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Laughing Inappropriately at My Son Since 2004

Posted on October 9, 2011 by

Alden, my dear son, this is my gift to you twenty years from now when you and your therapist are trying to figure out why you feel enraged at the sound of laughter. I’d like to blame Looney Tunes for finding … Continue reading →

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For the Love of Gaia

Posted on September 24, 2011 by

I have been so encouraged. Since I decided to revamp this in favor of positive things, I have had a flood of ideas, many of which wanted to be heard today. Laziness won out, so a list I will bring … Continue reading →

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Ch-ch-ch-changes

Posted on September 21, 2011 by

It may be about to get all schmaltzy up in here. If it hasn’t been already. For the 2-4 of you who don’t know me personally, you are not aware that my work life is about to be shaken like a … Continue reading →

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The Soundtrack of My Life

Posted on August 19, 2011 by

The sense of smell creates some of the most primal, visceral and immediate responses. From my vague recollections from college this can be attributed to the fact that the wiring for smell goes to the most ancient, unsophisticated part of our brain. … Continue reading →

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