So, the Mecca of all girlishness, consumerism and future bankruptcy--American Girl--just opened a store up in my fair city. I never paid much attention to this store before, even as I read/heard countless tales of moms and daughters trekking to the Chicago store for a special shopping trip. We just started getting the American Girl … Continue reading She Still Eats Random Food She Finds
Life
Above Water
I feel like I am barely holding my head above water. I am so busy. I know stop whining, everyone is busy. Just the same, this is a different type of busy for me. My new job is keeping me very busy and the the semester just started and I'm teaching 2 classes--I know, what … Continue reading Above Water
When Reality Sets In
I have a real job. A. REAL. JOB. It's been forever since I have had a real job. I have certainly had my fair share of jobs and decent/fun jobs in my lifetime, but this one is different. Different than anything I have ever done before. Different, Overwhelming, Amazing, Intellectual, Creative, Stressful, Scary...I think you … Continue reading When Reality Sets In
The Hypocrisy of Murder
I am sure that some of you are tired of hearing about Troy Davis. What a shame that most of us only heard about Troy Davis and his unfortunate case too late. Sad that some of you are asking--"Who is Troy Davis?" You can read more about his case here. I know the link is … Continue reading The Hypocrisy of Murder
Another Stark Reminder That He Needs To Get Fixed
I love my kids to death--both of them. I am no longer (and haven't been for a while) sad that I didn't get to carry them in my womb. I'm actually totally okay with the whole never been pregnant thing. Bill and I talk all the time that he should just get fixed. We have … Continue reading Another Stark Reminder That He Needs To Get Fixed
