Last weekend, the kids spent two nights living it up with my mother-in-law, so we went to dinner with some old college friends of mine, and then saw their new house.They know about the blog. It only made sense to tell them . . . since they are fully aware of my, ahem . . . issues.As theatre people, we were together pretty much … [Read more...]
Hurry, Lock the Door . . . the Babysitter’s Coming!
We don't hire babysitters very often. I have many excuses, and all are legit. But when it comes down to it . . . the thing that makes me desperately go through all other childcare possibilities is . . . the fear of leaving someone alone in my house. Not that I'm worried about them endangering my children or stealing money or going for a … [Read more...]
Random Weekend Thoughts
First of all, have you noticed that I finally added a picture to my profile? I know that I snuck in a pic in my blogfrog community recently, but this was a big step for me to have one smack-dab at the top of the page. If you're in the mood, let me know in the comments if I look anything like you imagined. On a scale of 1-10, with 10 being "You look … [Read more...]
Purse Clutter
I found this in one of my many boxes of random things. Any guesses what it is? It’s a salt and pepper shaker to carry in your purse. It’s meant to be used when you bring your lunch to work, or go on a picnic, whatever. Except that even though I’ve been out of the workplace for quite a while now, I remember all of the lunch areas, even … [Read more...]
Conversations with Normal People – Scene 2
Conversations with Normal People – Scene 2 The cast: Slob – Outgoing, funny, most people don’t know that she is a slob. Normal Person – Low key, easygoing. Slob’s Daughter – 4 years old, loves to make conversation with new people, absurdly verbal. The Cleaning Woman – Hardworking and friendly. The setting – A School Cafeteria, all … [Read more...]
I Shut My Eyes . . . and Opened the Door
Pretty much my worst slob-related-nightmare happened this week. You know the one . . . you are out of town and someone has to get into your house because of an emergency. Yep.It happened.The kids and I left Monday morning for Cousin's Camp, three hours away. Hubby was already at a work-related-retreat and wouldn't be home until Tuesday evening. … [Read more...]
Conversations with Normal People
Conversations with Normal People Scene 1 The setting - A typical suburban home. Comfortable, relaxed decor. No clutter in the scene. ------------ The characters - The Slob The Slob's Friend Various and assorted children of all heights. ------------------- (The scene opens as the Slob's child runs out of the Friend's master … [Read more...]
Feeling a Little Better
Just got back from a late-night haircut and color. Nothing perks up a girl like getting her roots done. It's also a biggie checked off the list of things I wanted to do before going on vacation/Savvy Blogging Summit. I worked hard on getting laundry folded, and made a lot of progress. Completing that task will go a long way in making me feel … [Read more...]
Saving Money and Preventing Dizziness at Amusement Parks
This has nothing to do with being a slob or my deslobification progress. But hey, I have a blog and so I get to write what I want! A few tips I want to share after our fun trip to Six Flags yesterday: First, a frugal one. We do our best to spend as little money as possible on the overpriced food at amusement parks. However, a few years ago, … [Read more...]
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