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Oh my... I can take the pink and pink stripes. In fact I'd use that often... Except for the whole fact that it looks like a GIANT NIPPLE! Dude, what were they thinking??
My SlutBrella
For this year's Mother's Day gift, my husband took our eight-year old twins to Victoria's Secret to buy pajamas. Never mind that our twins are eight and the store is not exactly G-rated. I could overlook that because my husband knew I needed PJs and somehow - oh Victoria's Secret how DO you do t...
Half-Pint Travelers
Posted May 29, 2010 at Silicon Valley Moms Blog
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Awesome post! Love it. Her comment, taken out of context or not, made me so mad. What's she selling if she can't even convince herself that she could bounce back?
Kudos to you for getting your body back... then again, mine didn't look like that PRE baby! HA!
A Mommy's Open Letter To Jillian Michaels
I read your recent comment about being unwilling to get pregnant because of the negative effect it would have on your body. I want you to know that I totally get where you're coming from. As a former personal trainer and Spinning instructor, I can relate. My body was once my source of inco...
OMG you guys are hilarious. That took some serious planning.
But seriously? I'm with everyone who wants a snore canceler... What if we just used that headset to amplify the snore... but just into the earphone part?
So what if it wakes up the snorers? At least we could sleep! ;-)
Announcing the Cry Canceler - Shhhh! Moms Solve the Crying Baby Dilemma
We've all been there--our baby starts crying--he's not hungry, not wet, he's just crying. And Mom--or Dad--has to leave the party, the restaurant, the show, the grocery store, slipping out in embarrassment, ducking the annoyed stares of the people our baby has disturbed. And airplanes--well, we ...
It used to drive me batty that my husband just didn't notice the piles of laundry or the things that needed to be done. Then I realized that no one other than me was keeping myself from relaxing.
Now when I get some time to myself I force myself to do what he'd do. Then when he gets home we share the chores. I end up relaxed and resentment free! And the chores still get done!
A Tale of Two Hours
This is what happens if my husband takes the kids to the movies on the weekend and I have two hours alone in my house. I think to myself that I will just do the dishes and clean up the kitchen, then I'll sit and read my book. It's going to be so relaxing. It's takes me longer than I thought ...
That was hilarious. It's one of those "But it's better for me!" things that you still can't be happy about.
It's low to skimp on the Thin Mints, but skimping on Samoas? That's downright evil!
Girl Scout Shenanigans
You think I don't see it, Girl Scouts? Oh, I see it. I suspected as soon as I saw my new box of Thin Mints. They seemed... off. Marginalized. Smaller. But I found proof, girls. I had a box of Thin Mints in my freezer from last year. Behold: SHENANIGANS. See? The box on the left is fro...
Oh! How fun. I'd take my daughters. They caught a moment of the movie on TV once and STILL talk about it!
Win Retro Dome tickets to the movie musical Annie! (giveaway)
You know you know the lyrics! Get ready for an Annie Sing-along, Singing Contest and Costume Contest! at San Jose's newest entertainment venue, The Retro Dome. One Mad About Multiples reader will win 4 tickets to the movie musical Annie at The Retro Dome. To win, leave a comment with your n...
I feel grateful that I've learned the 'life isn't about things, but about people' lesson early in life. It really does make living much sweeter.
Great post!
I Heart Old People
I was in the drug store the other day buying some shampoo and aspirin (or whatever weird combination you buy when you're in the drug store). There was one person in front of me at the checkout line - an old lady. We're talking eighties, gray hair, wrinkles, a little hunched over, big Harry Ca...
That is WILD! I've never seen a double yolk. Two in two days? I'd be shitting my pants right about now too.
If this is a sign, I'm going in a new direction
Two days in a row, we cracked open a egg to find a twin yolk inside. And Darius, who heard us talking about trying for #2, has decreed that we deliver him not one but TWO brothers. For the record, I'm not pregnant people. But if I was and this happened, I'd be shitting my pants about now.
I got four days courtesy of my c-section and I LOVED it. Loved not sharing a bed. Not having to be "in charge." It was very relaxing and just lovely!
Congratulations on the new baby!
Enjoying a two night retreat...in my maternity suite?
I recently enjoyed a two night retreat. My "hosts" provided a spiffy cotton outfit, daily massages, a menu to order from with delivery and pick up of the dirty dishes. Ah, it was heaven. Well, actually, it was my maternity suite at the hospital. But, you see, after the delivery of our second ...
That's it. You're done. Now that he can parrot you nothing is safe or sacred! LOL!
Busted
Wife and I went to the mall this weekend to run some errands. While we were there we needed a little snack and decided to use the free McDonald's burger coupons from the Cheeseburgher Party. This is quite out of character for us since we typically avoid all kinds of fast food, especially with ...
I'm a huge fan of the "No gifts" thing, though I have to admit that I usually find myself unable to arrive at a party empty handed.
We recently went to a party where in lieu of gifts the parents asked everyone to bring a book. At the end of the party the kids all selected a book from the pile and each went home with just one book. To this day I'm still not sure how I feel about the fact that the parents essentially had us purchase their party favors, but at least we went home with something that didn't end up in the trash the next day.
I'm toying with the idea of turning our next b-day party into a toy swap where everyone brings gently loved toys that they no longer play with and letting everyone pick something to take home. Not sure yet. But if you find the solution to the "No gifts" dilemma... let me know!
The mystery of the summer birthdays
Ah, the joys of a child's birthday party. The balloons, the cake, the games, and most importantly the friends all gathered together to sing off key renditions of Happy Birthday To You! I'm a summer baby so my birthdays should have been populated by children in shorts and t-shirts, eating quic...
End of summer celebrations would have been great. With a July birthday that never even seemed to be an option!
The mystery of the summer birthdays
Ah, the joys of a child's birthday party. The balloons, the cake, the games, and most importantly the friends all gathered together to sing off key renditions of Happy Birthday To You! I'm a summer baby so my birthdays should have been populated by children in shorts and t-shirts, eating quic...
I'm a huge fan of sharpie-ing my phone number on their bellies, it comes right off in the bath with a good scrubbing.
I'd be that mom who'd leave the tatoos in her other purse, you know, the one I didn't bring...
Tattoos for the Pre-K Set
With all the fairs, festivals, and other crowded activities we’ve attended this summer, keeping track of my four year old has become an event of its own. I point out uniformed employees, other moms with small children, and information booths to my preschooler, reminding him where to go for he...
It's fascinating to me that people ask that because it would never occur to me to ask or even care. I mean, unless there's an oddity, like twins being born on either side of midnight, who really cares?
People are so strange, they worry about the oddest things!
Which twin was born first?
Mad About Multiples is pleased to turn over this space today to guest author Kathryn Whiteley, mom of two sets of twins: fraternal boys age 8, and identical girls age 6. She is currently writing a book about parenting twins, and also blogs about parenting twins, survival and beyond at http:/...
It's crazy what it takes to finally wake up and say "I'm really a writer!" Welcome to the ranks! I can't wait to talk "shop" with you.
Rose (aka Jessica Rosenberg or kikarose to the rest of the world!)
A Mompreneur Turns Out the Shop Lights
Starting a business is thrilling. No one starts a business envisioning it’s doors closing. No, in the eyes of the entrepreneur, the land appears ripe for opportunity, just waiting to be claimed. The market won’t even know what’s gonna hit them. Watch out, ‘cuz here I come! I just filed pap...
The party rocked. There are just no other words. I didn't get there until wayyyyy late, but I stayed until the bitter end. And yes, I did almost cry when the DJ played Lean on Me as the closing song. Because that was just awesome!
MamaPop Sparklecorn Extravaganza 2009: A Party That Will Live In Infamy
This past Friday was easily one of the best days of my entire life. And also one of the most trying. I spent almost the entirety of it quite literally running around Chicago with my better half in Sparklecorn Party Planningdom, Her Bad Mother, in an almost cartoonish, flailing panic, attempting ...
Are you kidding! This was THE party to be at! Wouldn't be caught dead missing it this year! See you all there!
The 3rd Annual People's Party 2009
It’s time to party like it’s 1999! Back before anyone was concerned about things like stats and comments and review disclaimers. Back when People were People, not metrics to be valued or ranked. We love People! And you are all invited! Shake off all of the peripheral distractions of the b...
My post is up. I delved into the issue of childhood labels forming the future adult's personality.
http://www.itsjessicaslife.com/2009/05/from-childhood-labels-to-grown-up.html
Jess C is right, the diversity of themes and issues is amazing in this book!
What's Cooking - A Silicon Valley Moms Group Book Club on "Comfort Food" by Kate Jacobs
There are quite a lot of foodies among us, but we are also readers, writers, mothers, friends, colleagues...rivals, people who are searching for themselves? Today, Silicon Valley Moms Group bloggers are enjoying our monthly book club, eating...and discussing the book Comfort Food by Kate Jacob...
I used to be a daycare aide and I loved some of those kids, really truly loved them. And now that my own kids have daycare providers who also love them I'm glad that they get to experience that love too.
I don't think that kids need to know that there's a difference between mommy and nanny love. I think it's great that even at a young age they get to know that lots of different people can love them in lots of different ways.
I have no doubts that the daycare assistant who has known both of my children virtually from birth loves them deeply and I'm glad she tells them. And I'm equally sure that the assistant who only started working there last year loves them too.
I don't know, maybe it's because I've worked in that environment that it doesn't bother me and that instead it delights me.
Does Your Child Care Provider "Love" Your Kids?
I'm a stay-at-home mom, but my kids go to a nursery school/day care two days a week. I staggered their schedule so each kid gets some one-on-one time with me once a week, but so I also have a day to myself. Not that I ever get to do anything fun on my kid-free day, unless you think getting the...
You are absolutely right, and as someone who hates the way the media/government loves to create a culture of fear around everything, I'm glad you made me see that I'm doing the same thing in my own home.
Great comment!
Safety is safety, no matter what generation is in charge.
Danger is danger. There's no arguing with that, right? So, are our kids more in danger now than we were at their age? It certainly seems like it, doesn't it? I mean, I used to ride all over the neighborhood on my bike and I can't fathom a time when I'd let my kids start doing that. But is the ...
Oh well great, now we're going to have to walk everywhere. I'm kidding obviously. Thank you for putting it into perspective for me. I hadn't ever thought of it that way, but it's true that we put ourselves and our kids in some kind of danger every day without thinking twice about it.
Safety is safety, no matter what generation is in charge.
Danger is danger. There's no arguing with that, right? So, are our kids more in danger now than we were at their age? It certainly seems like it, doesn't it? I mean, I used to ride all over the neighborhood on my bike and I can't fathom a time when I'd let my kids start doing that. But is the ...
What a great comment Myrna. You're right, it is all about teaching them to keep themselves safe. I'll keep that in mind as I watch my little ones grow!
Safety is safety, no matter what generation is in charge.
Danger is danger. There's no arguing with that, right? So, are our kids more in danger now than we were at their age? It certainly seems like it, doesn't it? I mean, I used to ride all over the neighborhood on my bike and I can't fathom a time when I'd let my kids start doing that. But is the ...
I totally agree with your last sentence. But my kids are 4 and 2, so they neighbor knowing their name was weird, especially since neither my husband or I knew her, nor do they go to school/daycare in our neighborhood. She wasn't a threat, it just opened my eyes a bit.
Safety is safety, no matter what generation is in charge.
Danger is danger. There's no arguing with that, right? So, are our kids more in danger now than we were at their age? It certainly seems like it, doesn't it? I mean, I used to ride all over the neighborhood on my bike and I can't fathom a time when I'd let my kids start doing that. But is the ...
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