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I couldn't finish my day without posting this. I got an email from my son's teacher a few moments ago and this is what it said
"Hi,
I just had to tell you a conversation I overheard Justin having with his friends. The arm came off the 3-D glasses he brought in. The boy who took it off was upset adn Justin told him not worry because his dad could fix it. The boy asked Justin "Your dad won't be mad? How come he won't be mad" and Justin replied "cause he's a nice daddy and he is good to me". It was so sweet to hear those words. Justin said them with such love and conviction that his dad loves him and takes care of him. We don't get to hear these things as enough as parents and I wanted you to know how much he loves his dad.
From Mrs. Teacher
::::tears welling up::::
I'm enitrely too lucky to have this family!!!
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Deeee-lish
Last night I tried a very delicious recipe from the lovely Rachel Ray who has continued to make my life easy with her 30 minute meals. Now I'm not gonna lie, she tends to call for ingredients that are weird and not easily attainable, I do a lot of substituting and omitting because I am an ass and can never remember just don't have the time to pick up some things...as I was making these I was certain they weren't going to come out right but they actually came out perfect and I couldn't believe how good they were.
Spicy Potato Pancakes with Holiday Guacamole
Takes about 15 minutes to prepare, 10 minutes to cook
--Heat EVOO in a skillet, enough to make a small puddle - about 1/3 cup
--Grate the onion over the bowl of shredded potato, allowing the onion juices to mix in
--Add the beaten egg and corn meal and season with the spices and some salt
You may have to add additional corn meal, you want the pancakes to form together nicely to avoid ending up with hashbrowns rather than panacakes
--Form small pancakes (about 3" in diameter) and place in the hot oil
--Cook until golden brown on both sides (I kept the heat at medium to ensure an even cook through, being careful not to burn)
--While the cakes are cookin, combine the avocado flesh, diced red pepper, lemon juice and garlic paste - either mash by hand or use a small food chopper/processor
--Let the cakes 'de-grease' on a paper towel before serving...serve with the guacamole and (optionally) fat free sour cream mixed with a little Frank's Red Hot sauce
Mangia...
Spicy Potato Pancakes with Holiday Guacamole
Takes about 15 minutes to prepare, 10 minutes to cook
(Makes 6-7, 3" pancakes)
Keep in mind how HEALTHY this recipe is - you're only using 1 sweet potato and 1 avocado...which are both power foods! I tried to be a little stingy with the olive oil because I didn't want them greasy tasting, which they weren't...be sure NOT to use vegetable oil and if you want alternatives to EVOO, try canola/almond/peanut oils
INGREDIENTS:
1 Large Sweet Potato
EVOO
1/2 medium sized sweet onion
1 beaten egg
1/3 Cup Corn Meal, All Purpose Flour or Matzo Meal (I used corn meal)
1 tablespoon Chili Powder
2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
2 teaspoons Paprika
Sea Salt
1 Haas Avocado
1/4 Red Bell Pepper, diced
1/4 Red Bell Pepper, diced
2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
1 small clove of garlic, pasted with a small amount of salt
Fat free sour cream (optional)
Frank's Red Hot (optional)
DIRECTIONS:
--Peel and shred the sweet potato with a box grater, drain all the excess water (this is very important - get the potato as dry as possible)--Heat EVOO in a skillet, enough to make a small puddle - about 1/3 cup
--Grate the onion over the bowl of shredded potato, allowing the onion juices to mix in
--Add the beaten egg and corn meal and season with the spices and some salt
You may have to add additional corn meal, you want the pancakes to form together nicely to avoid ending up with hashbrowns rather than panacakes
--Form small pancakes (about 3" in diameter) and place in the hot oil
--Cook until golden brown on both sides (I kept the heat at medium to ensure an even cook through, being careful not to burn)
--While the cakes are cookin, combine the avocado flesh, diced red pepper, lemon juice and garlic paste - either mash by hand or use a small food chopper/processor
--Let the cakes 'de-grease' on a paper towel before serving...serve with the guacamole and (optionally) fat free sour cream mixed with a little Frank's Red Hot sauce
Mangia...
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
H&M Garden Collection
H&M is one of those stores that I always forget about, I don't know why but I just never remember this store when I have shopping in mind. I think, in part, its because the closest H&M to me is located in a very lame mall that has ZERO potential for good finds so I never end up in the vicinity of the store itself. But when I do cross paths I always end up finding so many items I love love love.
H&M recently released their 'Garden Collection' which is beyond perfect for Spring - incorporating ruffles, flowers, feminine detailing, gorgeous flowy dresses and uber cute shorts. I love that they also throw a few masculine pieces in for that fem/mas contrast that's so popular right now. Here are some of my favorite pieces and looks
H&M recently released their 'Garden Collection' which is beyond perfect for Spring - incorporating ruffles, flowers, feminine detailing, gorgeous flowy dresses and uber cute shorts. I love that they also throw a few masculine pieces in for that fem/mas contrast that's so popular right now. Here are some of my favorite pieces and looks
I would have shopstyle'd or polyvore'd these pieces but since H&M doesn't sell online I couldn't. But you can see what pieces would go with what...I absolutely love love love that blue dress with the ruffled detailing along the sides (comes in that pretty blush color as well) and depending on how long it is would go great with a skinny belt and some cute layered necklaces!! That baggy blue tank with the loud print floral skirt would definitely be a hit and the blush colored dolman top and those blue ruffle shorts - so cute! I think that pleated top dress would be an awesome fit for a spring/early summer wedding and the rest of the items speak for themselves!
And the best part - these pieces are all very budget friendly - almost all of the items are $35 or less
To check out the entire collection click HERE
Have you purchased any of these items? Do you plan on it?
Monday, March 29, 2010
Happy Manday
I hope all my lovely readers had a great weekend. Mine was pretty good. Friday we had some friends over for drinks and Saturday I tried a new class at the gym...tried is the key word...because I thought I was showing up for Les Mills' Body Pump (which I've done a billion times) but in fact, it was quarterly launch and I was attending Les Milss' Body Attack...well it attacked me alright and needless to say I probably won't do that class again. I'm not a fan of the overly choreographed fitness classes...I like pilates, strength training, yoga and kickboxing. The basics and body attack was just about anything but basic. I like Les Mills classes because they have something for everyone. You can check out videos, descriptions and even find a club that offers the classes HERE
Saturday night, hubbs and I joined my cousin and his girlfriend (one of my best friends) who is super cute and pregnant for a night out and yesterday while hubbs finished sheetrocking the bathroom walls I shopped!! It was so nice to get some new things.
Picked up the Old Navy belted trench on sale for $35 + 10% off
Peach lace cami paired with light brown fitted cardigan $8 and $11.99 respectively + 10% off
Sweetheart fit bootcut jeans on sale for $15.99 + 10% off and plain 3/4 sleeve shirt for $4.99!!!
Headed to Kohl's for some Lauren Conrad line but they were basically sold out ::wahh::: I did get 2 pairs of Daisy Fuentes crop capri's on sale for $27.99 each (for work) along with Levi's destroyed skinny's on sale for $29.99 and some really cute Candies & Vera Wang jewelry at 60% off (I showcase the Tiffany's version of the mesh earrings I got because I couldn't find the Vera Wang version) but they're basically the same ..here's a wrap up of what I got this weekend a la Shop Style - ooh and VS has their lace waist thong panties on sale 5 for $25 - they are very similar to 'The Lacie' if you like those but for a much better price
And no worries - I did not forget Manday - featuring the very (Mc)Steamy, Eric Dane
Have a good one! xoxo
Saturday night, hubbs and I joined my cousin and his girlfriend (one of my best friends) who is super cute and pregnant for a night out and yesterday while hubbs finished sheetrocking the bathroom walls I shopped!! It was so nice to get some new things.
Picked up the Old Navy belted trench on sale for $35 + 10% off
Peach lace cami paired with light brown fitted cardigan $8 and $11.99 respectively + 10% off
Sweetheart fit bootcut jeans on sale for $15.99 + 10% off and plain 3/4 sleeve shirt for $4.99!!!
Headed to Kohl's for some Lauren Conrad line but they were basically sold out ::wahh::: I did get 2 pairs of Daisy Fuentes crop capri's on sale for $27.99 each (for work) along with Levi's destroyed skinny's on sale for $29.99 and some really cute Candies & Vera Wang jewelry at 60% off (I showcase the Tiffany's version of the mesh earrings I got because I couldn't find the Vera Wang version) but they're basically the same ..here's a wrap up of what I got this weekend a la Shop Style - ooh and VS has their lace waist thong panties on sale 5 for $25 - they are very similar to 'The Lacie' if you like those but for a much better price
And no worries - I did not forget Manday - featuring the very (Mc)Steamy, Eric Dane
Have a good one! xoxo
Friday, March 26, 2010
Dare to Wear: Shoulders
I must say I am very saddened at the Splitsville news of the Bush and Tush...wtf is Reggie's problem? Why on Earth won't you marry Kim? She's without a doubt one of the hottest biatches out there and she's ridiculously successful? Reggie Bush...you are officially a turd in my book. :::but you're still really cute:::
That being said, today's Dare to Wear is structured shoulders! And no one does structured better than Kimmy K
She's photographed wearing the strong shouldered blazer time and time and time again and she does it so effortlessly it looks ah-mazing on her. I am officially daring to wear this item:
That being said, today's Dare to Wear is structured shoulders! And no one does structured better than Kimmy K
She's photographed wearing the strong shouldered blazer time and time and time again and she does it so effortlessly it looks ah-mazing on her. I am officially daring to wear this item:
Here's my (budget) version:
Items in this set:
ArynKJet Set to Paris Dress, $78
TFNC Sequin Shoulder Pad Cut-Out Back Dress, $69
TFNC Cross Front Shoulder Pad Dress, $68
Warehouse Bright Feather Stripe Shift Dress, $59
ASOS Shoulder Detail V Neck Ponte Dress, $27
ArynKJet Set to Paris Dress, $78
TFNC Sequin Shoulder Pad Cut-Out Back Dress, $69
TFNC Cross Front Shoulder Pad Dress, $68
Warehouse Bright Feather Stripe Shift Dress, $59
ASOS Shoulder Detail V Neck Ponte Dress, $27
Asos does a fantabulous job with the shoulder looks ;)
Happy Weekend everyone! Hubbs got paid today so I'm hopin for some shopping this weekend!!!!
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Health & Fitness - Recipe Share
I'm trying to get re-motivated at the gym through an aggressive workout program. I figured if I promised myself I'd attend certain classes I would have a much better chance following through than if I was just promising to attend the gym at some point. I like taking classes because they are on a set schedule and for me, it is a good way to keep it interesting. It avoids wasted time trying to figure out what to do each day, you just show up/listen to someone and leave. I find that you tend to make good gym friends at the classes as well and they're always great motivation! So here's my aggressive schedule for the next week:
So on to the health side, I have decided to give up desserts. This is an area that I struggle with consistantly. I cannot seem to resist ice crea, tiramisu, brownies, you name it. And I know this is reeking havoc on my midsection. I have extreme difficulty refusing chocolate of any sort and any sweet for that matter so I have made a conscientious decision to give it up completely - as I did meat (which I'm still going strong). We'll see how this goes.
disclaimer: Rita's Italian Ice does NOT count as a dessert - especially considering it is fat/trans fat/cholesterol free
And in the good spirit of health and fitness, I'm sharing a very yummy and VERY simple concotion that I personally L-O-V-E...mind you, this "recipe" is for 1 serving (because hubbs and booger do not eat fish I usually cook this for moi only)...again, sooooo easy
--Birds Eye brand Steamfresh bag of Peas (the package you want is the one that comes with 4 individual serving bags - use one bag for this "recipe")
- Thursday - Kickboxing from 5pm to 6pm
- Saturday - Body Pump from 9:15am-10:15amMonday - Body Pump from 5pm-6pm
- Tuesday - Pilates from 6:15-7:15pm
- Wednesday - Body Pump from 6:15-7:15pm
So on to the health side, I have decided to give up desserts. This is an area that I struggle with consistantly. I cannot seem to resist ice crea, tiramisu, brownies, you name it. And I know this is reeking havoc on my midsection. I have extreme difficulty refusing chocolate of any sort and any sweet for that matter so I have made a conscientious decision to give it up completely - as I did meat (which I'm still going strong). We'll see how this goes.
disclaimer: Rita's Italian Ice does NOT count as a dessert - especially considering it is fat/trans fat/cholesterol free
And in the good spirit of health and fitness, I'm sharing a very yummy and VERY simple concotion that I personally L-O-V-E...mind you, this "recipe" is for 1 serving (because hubbs and booger do not eat fish I usually cook this for moi only)...again, sooooo easy
Ingredients:
--1 Fresh Mahi Mahi filet (or whichever white fish you have handy - mahi mahi is just really good)
--Birds Eye brand Steamfresh bag of Whole Grain Rice (10 oz.)
--Birds Eye brand Steamfresh bag of Peas (the package you want is the one that comes with 4 individual serving bags - use one bag for this "recipe")
--Fresh Salsa...like this (which is basically some chopped up tomatoes, jalapenos, red onions, lime juice, cilantro) luckily for me for $4.99 you can pick up a container of this already done for you it's called "Fresh Salsa" lol
--EVOO
--Balsamic Vinegarette (I highly recommend the Good Seasons 'make your own' version because it is beyond good and you can sub half the amount of oil for more water/more balsamic for a less fat version)
--this yummy delish perfection seasoning: McCormick's Perfect Pinch Lemon Pepper - or any Lemon Pepper seasoning (even the ones from the dollar store work great)
And for the easiness:
Cook the rice as directed on the package (in the microwave...oh yeah)
Cook one serving of the peas as directed on the package (in the microwave...oh yeah again)
Heat up a skillet so that its pretty damn hot and add a little EVOO
While that's heating up, rub a little EVOO on the mahi mahi and sprinkle some of that yummy seasoning on it (rubbing it in) and do this on each side, coating it generously
Put the filet on the heated skillet and cook on each side basically until its seared and cooked most of the way (approx 4 minutes on each side)- Add half the rice and the entire bag of peas and drizzle with the yummy bals vinegarette dressing (drizzle, DONT drench) and basically cut up the fish filet with a spatula so that's its flaky and combed through
- Plate the dish and throw a few tablespoons of the fresh salsa mix on top -- VOILA!!!
There you go - a super yummy and ridiculously easy 'recipe' courtesy of Maria ;)
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Holy Tuesday!
Well the weekend sure flew by - I cannot get over how absolutely gorge the weather was. We, my fam, tripped it out to the Philadelphia Zoo on Saturday followed by City sightseeing and sushi dinner so it was a good day for us. It was a stunning 79 degrees here in Jersey/Philadelphia and Sunday was no disappointment either. I believe the high temp throughout the day on Sunday was 77 degrees. I absolutely love love love this sunshine and springy weather. Although yesterday was a rainy mess the clouds are beginning to break today for what looks like another day of sunshine :)
You bet yo arse I was wearing flip flops and tanks all weekend. Which brings me to tanning - it is officially time. Although I'm not much of a fake baker I usually do it for about a month in April (so we're just in time). I'm naturally very fair and unfortunately the ultra ultra fairness that winter brings is not nearly as cute as a base tan. I'm not talking Jersey Shore color, my friends.
Speeee-aking of which....who caught the premier episode of the ULTRA ridiculous 'Jerseylicious' on the Style Network Sunday night? I find it incredibly hard to believe that any of this show is even remotely real and that there are actually people who act like this who have jobs, let alone careers. Here it is in all its ugliness.
I feel bad for these people, seriously. They are being mocked beyond control and I honestly don't even think they realize that. Oh well.
On a separate note, since I didn't post for yesterday's 'Manday' here is a snippet of who I would have otherwise featured...because he is freakishly hawt...Gilles Marini (Mr. Marini is currently starring in the ABC series Brothers and Sisters on at 10pm EST on Sunday) you may also remember Gilles as Samantha's LA sex craved neighbor on SATC the movie?? Ya know, the one with the tight buns who showered naked on his back porch - the one who Samantha watched nightly?
And if you love SATC as much as I do, then you already know that
You bet yo arse I was wearing flip flops and tanks all weekend. Which brings me to tanning - it is officially time. Although I'm not much of a fake baker I usually do it for about a month in April (so we're just in time). I'm naturally very fair and unfortunately the ultra ultra fairness that winter brings is not nearly as cute as a base tan. I'm not talking Jersey Shore color, my friends.
Speeee-aking of which....who caught the premier episode of the ULTRA ridiculous 'Jerseylicious' on the Style Network Sunday night? I find it incredibly hard to believe that any of this show is even remotely real and that there are actually people who act like this who have jobs, let alone careers. Here it is in all its ugliness.
I feel bad for these people, seriously. They are being mocked beyond control and I honestly don't even think they realize that. Oh well.
On a separate note, since I didn't post for yesterday's 'Manday' here is a snippet of who I would have otherwise featured...because he is freakishly hawt...Gilles Marini (Mr. Marini is currently starring in the ABC series Brothers and Sisters on at 10pm EST on Sunday) you may also remember Gilles as Samantha's LA sex craved neighbor on SATC the movie?? Ya know, the one with the tight buns who showered naked on his back porch - the one who Samantha watched nightly?
And if you love SATC as much as I do, then you already know that
S L A T E D F O R R E L E A S E M A Y 2 8 , 2 0 1 0
yay :)
That's all for now....xoxo
Friday, March 19, 2010
With Love and Lashes
...a statement 'coined' by my favorite makeup artist Lauren. (and website here)
Yes, today is Dare to Wear and I will be featuring this but first I want to talk about mascara. I have tried my (beyond) fair share of mascaras from very very high end $30 per tube to very low end of $2 per tube and everything in between. I've tried waterproof, regular, lengthening, thickening, separating, colored, black, blackest black, etc. You name it, I probably have used it.
There are a select few mascaras that I feel that for me, hit the nail on the head when it comes to performance. Those mascaras (in no particular order) are:
Cover Girl - Lash blast waterproof formula
Cover Girl - Lash blast waterproof formula
L'Oreal Extra Volume Collagen
Maybelline Full 'n Soft
Mary Kay Ultimate Mascara
And of course, the famous Dior Show
While all these mascaras work fabulously...I find that after about a month of usage, their quality seriously lacks. Is this because it's not 'fresh' enough...is it because I'm just losing interest in the product and need something new? I've read on many beauty blogs and sites that you should not keep your mascara for longer than 3 months...so why, after a month do I feel like I'm not getting the same results?
Having very long, separated and feathery lashes is the result I crave from any mascara and if I have to replace mine every 3 weeks to achieve same...well, that's a little ridiculous. Please tell me someone else has this issue? If so, how do you deal? If you don't...do you have advice for me?
Moving on...today's dare to wear will feature (bold) florals. Not that floral is 'daring' by any means, because its really not. But for me, bold florarls are one of those trends that I just haven't figured out yet how to pull off. While certain prints look soo effin cute on the rack they translate to a very grandma-ish look on me. I will, again, try florals this year. And thanks to 2 of my favorite lovelies - Coley's Closet and the Obsessionista I have much inspiration to do so.
Here's my take on florals - casual, flirty, night-time, summer wedding
Items in this set:
Stacie Floral Strappy Dress, $50
Tall Floral Tie Dobby Blouse, $50
Floral Print Ruffle Blouse - Women's Clothing and Apparel - Chic..., $49
Women: Women's Long Perfect Tanks - Lemon Pucker, $8.50
Womens AE Skinny Denim Bermuda Short - Studded Vintage Wash, $40
Stacie Floral Strappy Dress, $50
Tall Floral Tie Dobby Blouse, $50
Floral Print Ruffle Blouse - Women's Clothing and Apparel - Chic..., $49
Women: Women's Long Perfect Tanks - Lemon Pucker, $8.50
Womens AE Skinny Denim Bermuda Short - Studded Vintage Wash, $40
Hope everyone has a sunny weekend!!!
xoxo
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Just another manic Monday..er Thursday
Because you all definitely need to know my life updates, here goes:
1. NO, I have not been going to the gym in the mornings - why you may ask??? Because HUBBS GOT CALLED BACK TO WORK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Woot Woot - shout it out - woot woot
So because hubbs is now full time actively working again I cannot ditch the sleeping booger in the AM to go to the gym because DYFS does, in fact, frown upon leaving your children unattended - so after next week (when god for saken class is over) I'll be hittin up the gym, evening style.
2. I am totally, ridiculously stressed about my real estate exam. The pre-tests are ridiculous they ask the most off the wall nonsensical questions that you'll NEVER ever use in real life - why on Earth do you bog down my mind with uselessness.
I w i l l p a s s t h i s t e s t w i t h f l y i n g c o l o r s
3. Kohl's purchase - bust. Nothing fit the way I hoped it would. Everything was cute but ehh didn't look so hot. I plan to try on some different sizes with different shoes, accessories etc. IN the store to achieve better success. Lauren Conrad I have not given up on you my dear
4. I'm going strong without meat - feeling better than ever!! Not gonna lie, I was craving chicken yesterday but didn't do it. I am enjoying this.
5. Spring is almost (officially) here. 2 more days. Oh and guess what? I wore flip flops yesterday!!!! yay
Now I am very excited for this weather, but am prepared for much rain because according to the good ol' Farmer's Almanac its gonna be a wet one this year. So in anticipation of same, I plan to purchase one of these lovlies:
First Pair - Aldo Ramirec currently on sale here for $59.98
And topped off with this:
1. NO, I have not been going to the gym in the mornings - why you may ask??? Because HUBBS GOT CALLED BACK TO WORK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Woot Woot - shout it out - woot woot
2. I am totally, ridiculously stressed about my real estate exam. The pre-tests are ridiculous they ask the most off the wall nonsensical questions that you'll NEVER ever use in real life - why on Earth do you bog down my mind with uselessness.
I w i l l p a s s t h i s t e s t w i t h f l y i n g c o l o r s
3. Kohl's purchase - bust. Nothing fit the way I hoped it would. Everything was cute but ehh didn't look so hot. I plan to try on some different sizes with different shoes, accessories etc. IN the store to achieve better success. Lauren Conrad I have not given up on you my dear
4. I'm going strong without meat - feeling better than ever!! Not gonna lie, I was craving chicken yesterday but didn't do it. I am enjoying this.
5. Spring is almost (officially) here. 2 more days. Oh and guess what? I wore flip flops yesterday!!!! yay
Now I am very excited for this weather, but am prepared for much rain because according to the good ol' Farmer's Almanac its gonna be a wet one this year. So in anticipation of same, I plan to purchase one of these lovlies:
First Pair - Aldo Ramirec currently on sale here for $59.98Second pair - Aldo Sliney currently on sale here for $39.98
Use promo code VIPOFFER for free shipping :)
As enticing as the first pair is, I may just end up playing it safe with the cheaper shoe - who knows, maybe hubbs will let me splurge ;)
Of course, coupled with:
Old Navy Belted Trench can be found here for $49.50 and use your ON card and receive $10 off using the promo code THANK YOU
And topped off with this:
Aldo Zenon can be found here for $42 which is a STEAL for this uber cute bag in my opinion
On top of the free shipping promo code above for Aldo - sign up for their e-mail list and you'll receive a coupon for 10% off
Now tell me that wouldn't make rain look fabulous!
If I had it my way; however, I'd be rockin out in the rain like this:
This stylebook makes my heart skip a beat, those Loubs are seriously orgasmic. I need those in my life.
And I want to give a big shout out to my girl Dona (that's Doh-nya, hehehe) for passing her insurance exam, she is now officially licensed to do biz in the State of North Carolina - you go girl!!
If you need Aflac insurance, let me know - I'll hook ya up.
Questions, Comments?
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Dawwww
Well folks today my blogger status has been solidified...Yes, I have received an award
The always fabulous, always funny Nicole at Coley's Closet Cravings gave me this 'barry cute wittle waward' (said in my best Elmer Fudd voice) - thanks girl...here are 10 things about moi that I KNOW your dying to hear
1.) I can type 92 words per minute with 95% accuracy and have been avidly trying to beat that score (a la www.typingtest.com ) yeah what, biiitches
2.) My husband and I have been married for 8 months and haven't yet celebrated 2 total years together (I heart him big time - hey babe!)
3.) My 4 year old son knows my phone number by heart and I have no idea how - he said "God told him"
4.) I once lost over 100lbs.
5.) Last night I binged on 2 flavors of ice cream, girl scout cookies, jalapeno cheese and pringles with dip after coming home from school where I ate a kashi bar and a good humor ice cream...loved every minute of it
6.) I've lived in the same town in New Jersey for the last 24.5 years (yeah, I know EVERYone)
7.) I nixed my only linen closet so that I could have a walk in which I do not share with the hubbs
8.) I want to adopt a child, badly
9.) I obsessively online window shop every single day but rarely ever buy anything
10.) When I was in 8th grade I lived right next door to my middle school and had the most tardy's of anyone in the entire school
And I would like to tag the following wonderful women with the Sugar Doll Award, check their blogs because they are aw-awesome
Strawberry Swing and Other Things (even though 'Cole already nom'd ya)
Thanks for readin, peeps...until next time xoxo
Monday, March 15, 2010
Housewives
This post is 2 part/2 meaning.
First, let's talk about being a housewife. A legitimate housewife, that is. To me, a legitimate housewife is one whose husband has a stellar career that financially allows for the wife to not have to work. In my humble opinion, if you do not have children there is no reason to be a housewife. Because then what would the reason be you are not working? As a housewife, you look after/raise/educate the children including but not limited to taking them to and from exploratory classes and ventures, play dates, doctor's appointments, etc., you cook the meals of the home and you clean your humble abode as well as run most of the household errands and if applicable, pay/manage/organize the household builds. Enough things in a day to basically take you from 9am-5pm.
I'm a part time housewife. I work a 9-5 every day and am currently embarking on a new venture. As much as I would have loved to stay at home and raise my booger from birth to kindergarden, I did not have that luxury by any means. It was a terrible thing to have to return to work when my babes was only 8 weeks old but that's what I had to do.
That being said, I think housewives tend to get a 'bad rap' from those of us who are 9-5ers. I'll admit it, too that its somewhat from an envious standpoint. However, I cannot stand to hear a woman who has the leisure of not being forced to work to complain about how exhausted she is or how she couldn't get 'this' done or 'that' done because frankly, I get it done...AND I worked all day so my time is basically limited to 3 hours a day and then weekends and that includes
1. dinner
2. cleanup
3. errands.
4. walking the dog
5. family time
6. gym
7. bath time
8. story/bedtime
9. Then throw in your occasional dinners with the fam, visiting with friends (and their children), after school activities, fundraisers, school programs, continuing education for the parents, sports, recreation and birthday parties!
And did I mention....ALONE TIME! No, I didn't because that's non-existent. Did I mention a social life? Nope, not much of that either.
Don't get me wrong, there are pah-lenty of housewives out there who get every last thing done, every single day without missing a beat...and they don't complain about it and their children are top notch! But there are more than that who don't...but don't worry their bodies are hawt, their hair is perfectly highlighted and their shopping trips are abundant.
Part 2...Here is the reason why most of the housewifes act the bratty ass way they do:
First, let's talk about being a housewife. A legitimate housewife, that is. To me, a legitimate housewife is one whose husband has a stellar career that financially allows for the wife to not have to work. In my humble opinion, if you do not have children there is no reason to be a housewife. Because then what would the reason be you are not working? As a housewife, you look after/raise/educate the children including but not limited to taking them to and from exploratory classes and ventures, play dates, doctor's appointments, etc., you cook the meals of the home and you clean your humble abode as well as run most of the household errands and if applicable, pay/manage/organize the household builds. Enough things in a day to basically take you from 9am-5pm.
I'm a part time housewife. I work a 9-5 every day and am currently embarking on a new venture. As much as I would have loved to stay at home and raise my booger from birth to kindergarden, I did not have that luxury by any means. It was a terrible thing to have to return to work when my babes was only 8 weeks old but that's what I had to do.
That being said, I think housewives tend to get a 'bad rap' from those of us who are 9-5ers. I'll admit it, too that its somewhat from an envious standpoint. However, I cannot stand to hear a woman who has the leisure of not being forced to work to complain about how exhausted she is or how she couldn't get 'this' done or 'that' done because frankly, I get it done...AND I worked all day so my time is basically limited to 3 hours a day and then weekends and that includes
1. dinner
2. cleanup
3. errands.
4. walking the dog
5. family time
6. gym
7. bath time
8. story/bedtime
9. Then throw in your occasional dinners with the fam, visiting with friends (and their children), after school activities, fundraisers, school programs, continuing education for the parents, sports, recreation and birthday parties!
And did I mention....ALONE TIME! No, I didn't because that's non-existent. Did I mention a social life? Nope, not much of that either.
Don't get me wrong, there are pah-lenty of housewives out there who get every last thing done, every single day without missing a beat...and they don't complain about it and their children are top notch! But there are more than that who don't...but don't worry their bodies are hawt, their hair is perfectly highlighted and their shopping trips are abundant.
Part 2...Here is the reason why most of the housewifes act the bratty ass way they do:
Don't get me wrong, folks I love me some Real Housewives on Bravo...because its entertaining. But the sad reality is that its become 'cool' to be a non-productive wife/mother as long as you look fabulous.
Now don't get it twisted because I am all about being fabulous, looking hot, having hot shit...but don't be a brat too. And don't act like your life is so friggin tough that you personally can't even raise your own damn kids. You don't need a nanny and you don't need a chef...because guess what darling? That's YOUR job and if you're like me and you do work, then it's partially your job and the other part belongs to your hubbs.
It just rubs me the wroooonnnngggg way when a mother is more concerned with her botox and breast implants than she is her own damn kids (a la Tamra in RH of OC) or how about Theresa (RH of NJ) who doesn't teach her darling little girls shit except how to drop $10K on summer clothes, wear lipstick and be an actress at the age of 5 oh wait! Then there's Alexis (OC) who has like 3 nannies...the woman only has 3 kids!! and she does not work, at all - ever! -- this little excerpt is derived from Bravotv.com "Keeping up appearances is important to Alexis, who devotes two to three hours each day to personal maintenance including working out, waxing, tanning, manicures and various other beauty treatments" Wow! Just wow!
It's becoming socially acceptable to have other people raise your kids and do your 'duties' and it aggravates the bejesus out of me. I'd love love love to have the opportunity to even be home with my boy for one month straight let alone an entire childhood and I find it hard to swallow that so many people take complete and utter advantage of their own opportunity.
enuff said, i guess.
Comments, anyone? I'd love to hear your take -whether be housewife or 9-5er? Am I too harsh or right on the money? Thanks for reading.
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