5 Reasons Parents Lie About Co-Sleeping

zaterdag 28 september 2013

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by Danielle Tropea 10 hours ago More parents than you'd think are bedsharing. Around the world, families traditionally bedshare (and there's a very low incidence of SIDS) yet in the United States, only 66% of babies have ever shared their parents bed. Or have they? Bedsharing is one of parenthood's best kept secrets. 

If you ask your best friend, she might 'fess up to having had her babies in her bed but if you ask a general population (for example, if you're the CDC), you are likely to get the answer you want. And since we are warned time and again that you can kill your babies by sleeping with them, we're afraid to admit it but we're still doing it.

So why are we lying?

You'll get the stink eye from your pediatrician. The American Academy of Pediatrics officially recommends against it and your pediatrician probably agrees. Doesn't mean they're right. My pediatrician still thinks nursing at bedtime will give babies cavities. As a lactation consultant, I know that breast milk actually protects teeth from cavities.In this crib-and-cry-it-out culture, you've been made to feel that you're spoiling your baby. Babies depend on their parents. Your baby will learn to sleep in her own bed eventually but right now she wants and needs to be near you to have her needs met quickly. That's not spoiling your child- that's responding to their needs and showing them that you are there for them. Babies whose needs are med are secure, happy, and healthy.People tell you your baby will never learn to sleep on their own. All of us have slept with our parents at some point. Do you STILL sleep with your parents? At some point, all kids want independence and privacy.You don't want to have to answer questions about where you have sex with your partner. Maybe you do it with the baby in the bed, maybe you do it on the kitchen table or the couch. You fear that you're not bedsharing or co-sleeping 100% safely and you don't want to get yelled at. Deep down, you wonder if the studies about bed-sharing killing babies are true. If you bed-share, do you lie about it? What's your reason?

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10 Reasons I Can't Be That Perfect Mom

zaterdag 21 september 2013

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I recently wrote about the 10 moms no one wants to get stuck talking to. Yes, there are many of "Those Moms," but I'm speaking of one we all know, the "perfect mom." She's president of the PTA, she plans all the fundraisers.  She bakes homemade goodies for bake sales. She has a position on every board. She recommends who should be room mom to all the teachers and you can pretty much call her for any bit of information. I like to joke that if you need anything changed, explained or rerouted you could call her and it would get done with meticulous speed and accuracy.

"Can you do something about the traffic on 95?" "How many reformers will they have at the new Pilates studio?" "Will I have to take a connecting flight on my trip to Utah?"

I also like to imagine that she walks around with a Tide Stain Stick, righting the wrongs of the slovenly.

As much as I would like to be involved in every facet of my child's life, I could never ever be that chick and here's why:

1. Perfect Mom is chipper and efficient 24/7

Her: By 6AM her coffee pot (which she set the night before) is half empty, she's already eaten and made a breakfast for her children that involves protein and food groups, and possibly a pan.

Me: I'm barely up in time for my children to make it to school without a mad rush to get out of the house.  At some point I throw a bowl of cereal in their general vicinity and we call it healthy if it the name of said cereal doesn't have the word sugar in the title.

2. Perfect Mom actually has her memory in tact.

Her: She is a veritable Rolodex -- remembering the name of every mother, teacher, administrator and child she's ever met. And she addresses each one by name and throws out a timely personal reference. "Hey, Joey how's it having a new baby sister around the house?"

Me: There are times when I see someone I've known for a decade, but for the life of me, I cannot recall their name.  I just stare blankly and stutter, give them the old "Hey honey," or I pretend someone's yelling for me and run away.

3.  Perfect Mom is clean and tidy.

Her: She is always showered and never arrives to a meeting or carpool in her pajamas.

Me: There are days that I rush to carpool in PJs and realize I haven't brushed my teeth since the night before. (PS This example may include afternoon carpool).

4. Perfect Mom is always thinking about education.

Her: When her family plays games, they are always educational. Counting apples, forming words, sliding down things, critical thinking with clay...

Me: We have a Guitar Hero battle of the bands, we have actual Dance revolutions, and I'm pretty certain game night involved black jack, poker, and gin rummy by the time my kids were 4.

5. Perfect Mom never wishes she had a personal assistant.

Her: She answers every text, email, and phone message as they come in, with perfect precision. 

Me: I show up at most child's birthday parties and may hear this "Oh, I wish you'd RSVP'd I hope we have enough goodie bags."

6. Perfect Mom makes sure her children don't watch inane or inappropriate programs.

Her: She shows her children specials on the National Geographic channel and takes them to age appropriate flicks.

Me: I consider the watching of Big Brother to be an educational family event that teaches socialization and negotiation tactics. At least that's what I tell my kids when I shush them while it's on. And I showed them Airplane and other awesome slapstick classics at 6 years old because I thought it'd be fun to quote lines with them (it is).

7. Perfect Mom thinks Martha Stewart could do better.

Her: Not only does she run the school sales and other events, she hand makes the items to sell there, then dips them in her chocolate fount and rolls them in sprinkles -- whether it's a bake sale or a book fair. Yes, even books taste good smothered in chocolate.

Me: If you ask me to donate something to a bake sale, not only will I not bake it, I may enlist another mother to pick it up from the store for me. "What Kelly, you have to run to the store? Could you grab some Entenmann's?"

8. Perfect Mom started in the womb.

Her: Her kids are prepared for every test, project and homework assignment as she has worked with them since birth to ensure they are learning at a grade level far beyond their years. (Plus, I'm pretty sure she does most the projects for them.)

Me: I sign my kid's homework agendas and reading logs based on the honor system. Even though I'm pretty sure one of them is still illiterate (but, it's OK because I'm not certain).

9. Perfect Mom is punctual.

Her: She is always the first one at any meeting, event, function, or party (usually setting up). She may have 17 kids and still not one of them seems to make her a second late.

Me: I'm late for ridiculous reasons like, my kids are busy fighting over who the dog loves more, or I spent 20 minutes looking for my phone (which was in my hand).

10. Perfect Mom may be a robot.

Her: I'm quite certain that like Martha Stewart and Ryan Seacrest, she is some sort of robot, alien or vampire (that doesn't shimmer or burn in daylight). Having 24 hours a day to accomplish things would make anyone seem like a super hero. Well, that and a continuously running chocolate fount.

Me: I am simply human, sometimes I don't have a minute to shower, some meals my kids don't get all the nutrients on the food pyramid, sometimes we watch pointless reality tv and boo when the wrong people get voted off, but I do my best and they're pretty awesome, so something's working.

Can you keep up with Perfect Mom?

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8 Excellent Reasons to Let Your Kids Watch TV

zaterdag 14 september 2013

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by Jeanne Sager 11 hours ago

Are you a TV mom? You know what I'm talking about: one of those parents who prays to the cable gods and has taught her 2-year-old how to work the remote because, OMG, this modern technology thing is a LIFESAVER?

Me too. Funny thing too, I was raised in a TV-free household as a kid. I considered going that way. I really did. And then I got wise to all the glories parking your kid in front of the boob tube has to offer. Yes, it's true, there are marvelous reasons to let your kids watch TV; don't let that woman who reeks of patchouli dissaude you. Just look:

1. Mommy needs to have a sex life.

2. Dinner isn't going to make itself.

3. How else will they know they absolutely NEED a light up blender that sings you to sleep for Christmas?

4. Knowing how to say backpack in Spanish will coming in handy when they want to go backpacking through Europe after high school. Probably?

5. The teenager down the street thinks she can charge $15 an hour? Pshaw.

6. Two kids staring at a TV = two kids who are not beating the crap out of each other. Sibling rivalry, schmibling rivalry.

7. Have you tried tracking down a good sitter lately? Ain't nobody got time for that.

8. They're leaving the darn dog alone.

Come on, spill -- why do YOU let the kids watch TV?

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR Jeanne Sager

writes articles for The Stir by day, slays closet monsters and bounds through bedtime stories with her elementary schooler by night. The Phineas and Ferb soundtrack reverberates through her brain.

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20 Totally Unbelievable Reasons Why My Kid Is Late to School

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Tarde empezaba a mi hijo a la escuela ayer. Desafortunadamente, esto no es raro para nosotros. Todo el año escolar pasado nos corrió a coger el autobús que nos estábamos escapando de un volcán en erupción casi todas las mañanas. Pero esta vez tenía una excusa legítima, lo juro! Nosotros estábamos bloqueados por un incendio en un edificio de apartamentos. Camiones de bomberos fueron por todas partes, humo negro estaba ondulando el sótano y por alguna misteriosa razón había un hombre desnudo de pie delante del edificio. Obviamente, tuvimos que parar y mirar durante unos minutos.

Pero mis sonidos todavía excusa totalmente. Y mientras mi excusa real sonidos fabricados, que también podría pasar algún tiempo inventando ahora verdaderamente falsas excusas. Ya sabes, así que estoy preparado para estar muy preparado para salir de la casa a tiempo.

1. Nos despertamos averiguar había intercambiado cerebros, al igual que en la película Freaky el viernes.

2. No encontramos calcetines que empareja.

3. Hubo un flashmob twerking bloqueando el camino.

4. Nuestros propulsores se quedaron sin combustible.

5. Bowser exigió un jefe de batalla sólo cuando nos íbamos.

6. Un tornado nos recogió y nos dejaron en la tierra de oz bueno que James Franco estaba allí con ese globo de aire caliente.

7. Voldemort nos perseguía en la dirección equivocada.

8. Mi hijo no pudo encontrar su varita mágica.

9. Sharknado!

10. Nuestra máquina del tiempo está fuera de servicio.

11. Nadie espera que la Inquisición española.

¿12. Nos olvidamos de establecer nuestros relojes hacia adelante, hacia atrás, que es otra vez? ¿Todavía no? Eso explica muchas cosas.

13. Los extraterrestres secuestraron a nuestros relojes.

14. Queríamos todas las demás personas tarde para sentirse mejor consigo mismo.

15. Ha llegado a nuestra línea de servicio al cliente. Su llamada es muy importante para nosotros. Si desea una explicación de por qué mi hijo es tarde a la escuela, pulse uno.

16. Tuve un sueño muy vívido que fuimos educados.

17. Las huestes de Good Morning America decía que me quedara con ellos.

18. ¿Cómo sabes que llegamos tarde? Tal vez usted y todos los demás es temprano!

19. Alguien comió todas las migas de pan que debíamos para seguir.

20. Estuvimos muy cómodos en casa.

¿Tarde sacas a tus hijos a la escuela? ¿Lo que generalmente es tu excusa?

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9 Reasons Moms Are Totally Jealous of Their Teens

maandag 26 augustus 2013

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Complaining about your teenager is a rite of passage for parents. They can be absolutely maddening what with the door slamming and the eye rolling and that infernal racket pouring out of their earbuds. But sometimes I wonder if the ladies (and gentleman) doth protest too much.

Are teenagers really that bad? Or could it be that moms are a wee bit jealous of their teenagers?

My kid isn't there yet -- she's 8 -- but I have a teenage babysitter who spends enough time at my house that she's practically a second daughter. I'll admit it ... there are times I am pea green with envy.

Don't think this is you? Perhaps this will change your mind ...

Behold the things teens do that moms only WISH we could:

1. Browsing at the mall. It's easy to get annoyed by that gaggle of giggling girls that takes up the entire line of changing room stalls in the Gap ... the girls you know probably aren't going to actually buy anything. But ohhhhh, to have the time to spend trying on 10 different outfits ... and the luxury to go in a changing room without a toddler hanging off of you!

2. Wearing a bikini. It's not that moms can't wear bikinis. Some women can really rock a two piece after kids. It's that teenagers can wear them without anyone commenting on whether they're too old for said piece of swimwear.

3. Blasting music in the car. Go ahead, roll your eyes at the kids bumping one lane over at the red light. But if you're really honest with yourself, you still remember the amazing feeling of driving down the road with the windows open, the music blaring, while you and your friends sang along at the top of your lungs. 

4. Sleeping until noon. It's easy to call a kid lazy for snoozing away the day, but I'd be lying if I said I didn't long for the lie in most mornings.

5. Doing cartwheels (or anything similar). Some moms still have the agility of a cat. The rest of us buy ibuproferen in bulk.

6. Believing money would magically appear. Most kids seem to believe money grows on trees. What I wouldn't give to return a time when life was that simple ...

7. Riding rollercoasters, taking flights, etc. without fear. Teens take risks that scare the crap out of their parents, but it sure would be nice to revisit those fearless days ... when you were completely invincible. Sigh.

8. Eating junk for dinner without a care in the world. Imagine no little voice in the back of your head telling you that it's wrong to make a meal of Diet Pepsi and Skittles.

9. Expecting maid service. Yes, it is frustrating feeling like your kids still expect you to do everything for them. But wouldn't it be nice to have someone do everything for YOU?

What teenager things do you kinda sorta wish you could still do?

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6 Reasons Not to Worry If You Haven’t Found Your Soul Mate

vrijdag 16 augustus 2013

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by Kiri Blakeley 16 hours ago

Do you believe in soul mates? It's easy to get caught up in the idea of the ideal "soul mate." Someone who is absolutely perfect for you in every way, who is wandering around out there, just waiting for that magical moment when the two of you will instantly merge into one and everything from that moment on will be loving, sparkly, and free from any kind of real world distress. You two will immediately recognize each other as "soul mates," and live happily ever after. Hey, we've been brought up on this idea since we were kids and had it jammed down our throats with a million romcoms. But the older we get, the less we might believe in this fairytale. One married woman has written about how she doesn't believe in "soul mates." And, hey, that's okay. Here's six reasons why it's fine if you haven't found your soul mate.

1. It might stop you from finding someone to love. Depending on what your idea of a "soul mate" is, you could actually be missing out on a lot of love. Maybe he's the friend you share good times with but who doesn't fit your ideal. Maybe he's the guy you've been dating forever, but who has -- gasp! -- some flaws. It's time to take your head out of the storybooks and look around at the real men in your life.

2. There's no such thing. The idea that there is just one person out of the billions on the planet for you is insane. If you've found someone who is your "soul mate," that's great. But what were the odds that he happened to come across your path? Not very good. Your soul mate is what you make of him.

3. It's unrealistic. The idea that anyone can fulfill every single wish, hope, and dream you have; who can be everything you want on an emotional, physical, and mental level -- well, that's just a tad unrealistic. Better to look for people who suit you on many levels and whom you can work with to make the relationship better and stronger. And whose flaws are at least forgiveable if not adorable.

4. Your soul mate might be bad for you. Often when we feel connected to someone in some deep, mysterious way we can't explain it's because that person is hitting some very powerful but subconscious buttons. That could mean that we feel compelled to act out childhood traumas with that person. In other words, our soul mate might not be the healthiest choice for us. It can be better to be with someone who makes us feel loved and safe rather than constantly excited and tingly.

5. Soul mates can keep you trapped. If you're convinced someone is your soul mate and the relationship isn't good or healthy, you could be reluctant to move on because you tell yourself you can't leave your "soul mate." Never mind that your soulmate has all kinds of difficult issues.

6. Soul mates change. The person you might have thought of as your soulmate at 16 might be very different from the soul mate you'd want at 40.

If you feel you've found your soul mate and are happy, then that's awesome for you. But it's not a broad, sweeping generalization that should be applied to the romantic world. There's a saying: Happiness is wanting what you have. So if you're not with your "soul mate" but are with an awesome guy, then think of him as your soul mate!

Do you believe in soul mates?

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6 Reasons 'Bachelor' Juan Pablo Galavis' Season Will Be Must-See TV

dinsdag 6 augustus 2013

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by Maressa Brown 3 hours ago

Now that Bachelorette Desiree Hartsock and Chris Siegfried are happily engaged and off to start their life together in Seattle, it's time that we turn our attention to the next chapter: Juan Pablo's journey to find his true love! The Venezuelan former pro soccer player made quite an impression while trying to win Desiree's heart. Though he wasn't one of Des's frontrunners, JuanPabs (yes, that's a thing now) became an instant fan favorite. And no, not just because his looks and his accent have all the ladies fanning themselves!

It's obvious we're going to see some seriously hot competition for his heart. Here, just a few of the reasons to watch Juan Pablo's season of The Bachelor ...

More adorableness with his daughter Camila! Unlike someone like Ben Scott who was clearly using his kid as a "look at how great I am" accessory, Juan Pablo is obviously very devoted to his little girl, and I wouldn't be surprised if she makes the occasional appearance via Skype on the show. Thus, we get to see JuanPabs in way cute daddy mode!Mommy wars! Whoever wins JuanPabs's heart is going to have to be a wonderful stepmom to Camila, so everyone vying for his affections is going to have to prove they've got awesome parenting skills.Sexy soccer skills. Make no mistake -- Juan Pablo's going to bring his possible fiancees out onto a football field so they're all like, "David Beckham who?!"The return of ... Zak Waddell?! It's clear from their Instagram duets, Juan Pablo and fellow Bachelorette reject Zak W. have become BFFs. So fans of the Texan drilling engineer will most likely get to see him come back to offer his buddy some sage advice.Miami heat? Juan Pablo may be from Venezuela, but he's settled down in Miami. Would love to see him romance his top contenders in the glitzy, sexy, beachy Magic City!A chance to get to know the dashing, doting dad better. Fans were crazy for the little bit they saw of Juan Pablo. There's no question we're going to be psyched to see even more of him over the coming months.

What are you most excited to see in Juan Pablo's season?

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Click the "Like" button below if you're a fan of The Bachelor(ette) ABOUT THE AUTHOR Maressa Brown

has enjoyed reporting and writing for a variety of entertainment and women's magazines and websites. More often than not, you'll find her blogging, hitting the gym, reading, researching something on her iPhone, laughing, chatting at an above-"normal" volume, or getting her caffeine fix.

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10 Reasons Not to Take Back a Cheating Husband

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Being cheated on is probably the most devastating thing that can happen to a relationship short of the other person dying. Actually, it can FEEL like your partner has died when you find how he (or she) has been cheating. It feels like what you had together died.

A woman wrote an essay in the Daily Mail about taking back her husband after he had a long-term affair. Initially, she thought this was a great idea. So great that she even wrote about how the affair brought them closer together than ever. But, predictably, that was a premature conclusion. Now she's writing about how she should never have taken him back and it was the biggest mistake she's ever made. Each person should decide for themselves whether to give a relationship another chance after cheating. And should not be judged for it. But here are 10 reasons not to take back a cheater.

1. The relationship will never be the same. While it's true that some people say a relationship actually improves after cheating, we should face that usually it does not. That sense of freedom, of trust, of respect is gone for awhile and may never come back.

2. You don't have to worry about it happening again. Cheaters don't always cheat again, but there's a decent chance he might. Why? Whatever made him cheat is probably still in his psyche unless he is seriously working on all of his issues. Because he had a choice to cheat. You didn't make him do it (no matter what he says). Some studies even say there's a cheating gene. I don't believe once a cheat, always a cheat, but I definitely believe once a cheat, good chance of being a cheat.

3. You teach your children that cheating is not acceptable. If your children see you leave a cheater, they learn that this is something that destroys relationships and is unacceptable. Which doesn't guarantee they won't ever do it or put up with it, but they will realize it has severe consequences.

4. You'll save on therapy bills. Because, believe me, you are going to need them now that you've decided to stay with someone who strayed.

5. You'll feel safer. Not knowing if your man is going to cheat means never quite knowing when you might pick up a venereal disease.

6. You get to keep your self-respect. If you want to stay with a cheater, you should get to do that and not be judged. But, let's face it, your self-respect is going to take a huge hit for awhile. Especially if the affair is ongoing, or the cheating is chronic, how do you respect yourself staying with a man who can't or won't value you?

7. Things can only get better. When you stay in a relationship with a cheater who makes little or no effort to change, things can only get worse. When you leave, things can only get better.

8. You're not taking the "easy" way out. It's as difficult, if not more difficult, to leave a relationship, even a bad one, than it is to stay in one. You're not the one giving up on the relationship, he gave up when he cheated.

9. You need a partner, not a child. It's not up to you to "save" him, "teach him" right from wrong, or "help" him get over his cheating habit. He's an adult and should have done that for himself.

10. You deserve better. Believe it or not, there are men and women who do not cheat and will not cheat, and you deserve one of them.

11. You don't need any reason at all.

Have you ever left a cheater?

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7 Ridiculous Reasons Women Give for Wanting a Daughter

maandag 5 augustus 2013

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Giuliana Rancic is one of those celebrity moms I usually respect, big time. Her willingness to be open about infertility -- a topic that's still very taboo in our society -- was incredibly inspiring. But the way the reality star and mother of little Duke is talking about having a daughter is rubbing me the wrong way.

Rancic says she wants a little girl to dress up like a doll. Literally!

Said Rancic of giving surrogacy another go and adding a sister to her family for little Duke:

I’ll buy her an American Girl doll and they can wear the same outfit, then I can get an adult version of the outfit so the three of us match. I’d Instagram that all day long!

Oh, come on, Giuliana! You're talking about a person, here, not a doll!

Rancic is hardly the first mom to say it, but I wouldn't be doing my daughter (or femalekind) a favor if I didn't say I hope she'll be the last. It's a generalizing of the female experience that rubs me the wrong way, the assumption that all little girls are exactly alike. And when your daughter comes out, with ideas of her own, it can make for a rather rude awakening for a mom.

Worse, if a mom is completely stuck on these ideas of what it means to have a daughter -- whether they work for her girl or not -- she could easily end up making her little girl's childhood a living hell. 

If you have any of these reasons for having a daughter in mind, it's time you drop them for your sake ... and hers:

1. To be your best friend. I love the idea of one day having the friendship with my daughter that some of my girl friends share with their mothers, but at the end of the day, that's not what she's there for. She needs me to be her MOM, and when I need friends, I owe it to her to look to my peers, not lay my troubles at her feet.

2. For dressing up. You have heard of so-called "tomboys," right? Just because she is a she does not mean your child will enjoy being clad in dresses and sparkly things (and who knows, a SON might enjoy those things!). Not to mention even girls who enjoy fashion need to know there is much more to life than looking good in their clothes.

3. To give you grandchildren. There's something extremely creepy about filling your non-existent daughter's non-existent uterus.

4. To be your mini me. One of the coolest parts of having a kid with someone is that they carry parts of you and parts of your partner. That means your kid will NEVER be an exact replica of you, and you should be celebrating that ... not fighting it.

5. To help you gang up on the boys. It can be tough being the only one with estrogen in a house full of testosterone, but siblings should NOT be set at odds with one another for any reason, least of all because of gender.

6. To play Barbies, princesses, etc. See above regarding so-called "tomboys." There is no reason to believe a girl is any more (or less) inclined to like these toys than a little boy. And if she does, there's certainly no reason to limit her to just these items.

7. To shop with you. My 8-year-old daughter is a bit of a "girly girl," but you know what she hates? That's right ... shopping, unless we're in a toy store. Vagina does not equal shopaholic.

What daughter stereotypes bug you? Have you ever made a blunder like Giuliana Rancic?

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5 Reasons Men Have Serious Grocery Shopping 'Issues'

woensdag 31 juli 2013

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by Sasha Brown-Worsham 1 hour ago

Last week, I sent my husband a grocery list that was explicit in its detail. I needed hamburger buns. The next night I went into the bread box to make the hamburgers and there, waiting for me, was a full pack of whole grain ... hot dog buns. Really, honey?

My husband is a man with multiple higher degrees, a scientist who is at the top of his game professionally, and yet a simple trip to a grocery store leaves him utterly flummoxed. He comes home with zucchini instead of cucumbers and cumin instead of cinnamon and fat-free cheese instead of low fat.

The second he steps into Whole Foods, it's like he has a lobotomy or something. Sorry, honey. I love you and think you are incredibly capable in so many other arenas ... but the grocery store? Not so much. I asked around and found that, while some lucky ladies have husbands who are all about the food and know the difference between grass fed beef and the regular kind, there are many, many other women in my boat. Why? Here are some ideas:

1.) He's blind: Sometimes I think this might be true, but then I remember that he somehow manages to do his job and lead a group of 40+ engineers. So then I have to assume he is merely TEMPORARILY blinded by all the fluorescent lights and sale banners.

2.) He's stupid: But it can't be! He managed to finish all the work toward his PhD and get a great job on a high level. He is a well respected scientist who has been published in journals. And yet ... somehow ... lettuce escapes him? Tell me how this works?

3.) He is immune to branding: This is his excuse. Why buy the BRAND I SPECIFICALLY REQUESTED when you can buy the cheap knock-off one (with the hole punched in the top where sour cream is leaking out) for 50 CENTS LESS?!

4.) He just doesn't care: This is the most likely culprit. In my hubby's case, he is just not a foodie. To him, low fat and reduced fat ARE the same.

5.) He is subtly rebelling: The hubs isn't the biggest fan of grocery shopping. This is kind of like that Shel Silverstein poem from back in the day when a girl wanted to stop doing the dishes, so she would -- oops! -- drop one on the floor. Yeah. Like that.

Why do you think so many men (not yours, I am sure) are terrible at grocery shopping?

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can't decide whether she is a mother, writer, or runner, but is usually all three at some point each day. She has written for dozens of print magazines, newspapers, and websites. She rarely ever writes on bathroom walls.

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'True Blood' Renewed! 7 Reasons Why Season 7 Could Be the Best Yet

woensdag 17 juli 2013

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by Jacqueline Burt 12 hours ago

Okay, Trubies/Truebies/True-bies/Trubees, are you sitting down? Probably that's a stupid question I guess, because who really stands up and reads stuff like this? Although I suppose you could be standing in line at Starbucks right now ... or maybe riding the train at rush hour when all the seats are taken ... or maybe you're trying out that weird "stand at your desk" thing some people seem to think is a good idea ... anyway, what were we talking about? Oh yeah. Guess what about True Blood? The show actually got renewed -- RENEWED! -- for another season! Season 7 of True Blood is a go, you guys!! Are you shocked?? Of course you are; that's why I asked if you were sitting down!! You're shocked because, to be perfectly frank, True Blood season 6 has been pretty rough ... up until super recently, that is. 

In fact, the past couple of episodes have reminded us of that major mojo True Blood had going on way back when we were just getting to know Bon Temps and its crazy soup of supes. Here are 7 reasons why we think season 7 of True Blood might just be its best yet (or at least worth watching). 

1. Storylines seem to be a bit less all over the place. Here's an example: Last season, we had to suffer through that whole Terry battling the fire monster thing ... this season, Terry seems to be on his way out. (Which I don't want to happen, because I LOVE TERRY! Jussayin'.)

2. Warlow is turning out to be a pretty cool character after all. Way hotter/more interesting than the fanged Captain Jack Sparrow we were 'specting.

3. Eric. Effing. Northman.

4. Sookie is getting progressively less annoying, woo-hoo!

5. Speaking of pleasantly surprising characters, Bill/Billith isn't quite as insufferable as we were 'specting either.

6. The "stakes" are higher than ever. Not the through-the-heart kind of stakes -- we're talking about fever pitch emotional plots (Eric and Pam facing off?!). Be still our undead hearts!

7. Alcide still (presumably) has a gym membership. Or whatever. I don't know what he does to keep that six-pack a-packin', but he's still at it, so woo-hoo!

Whaddya think?

Are you looking forward to season 7 of True Blood?

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Click the "Like" button below if you love vampires! ABOUT THE AUTHOR Jacqueline Burt

has written for numerous magazines, newspapers, and websites. She is easily bored and often tired, so she requires constant entertainment to keep her awake. Dance, Monkey! Dance! 

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Jenny McCarthy Joins 'The View': 6 Reasons She's the Ultimate New Co-Host

dinsdag 16 juli 2013

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by Maressa Brown 2 hours ago

Can you believe The View has been on TV since 1997?! Crazy! Back then, Jenny McCarthy was still hosting Singled Out on MTV! But times have changed, and now, the former Playboy Bunny has been confirmed as a new permanent co-host, joining the show when its 17th season begins September 9. Adios, Elisabeth Hasselbeck and Joy Behar! Helloooo, Jenny!

It bears noting that some viewers aren't keen on the choice for various reasons -- including Jenny's controversial anti-vaccine stance -- but I'd argue those are probably the reasons she's going to be exactly the fresh breath of air the show could use! Here, six reasons Jenny's the perfect addition to The View ...

She has the experience. Believe it or not -- Jenny has appeared on the show 17 times, including eight as co-host.She can focus on The View, now that VH1 is throwing in the towel on her late night talk show. The Jenny McCarthy Show, which aired from February to May, didn't do so well ratings-wise. (And I'd venture to guess that had more to do with the fact that no one really knew about it and VH1 isn't exactly known for its late night programming vs. Jenny as a talk show host.) Although it was "on hiatus," the network has now released her from her contract, so all of her TV energy can be devoted to daytime talk!She'll offer a welcome "single & dating mom" perspective. We can hear all about her dating life (New Boy Toy on the Block Donnie Wahlberg?!).She's bold and outspoken. I'm pretty sure Jenny can hold her own when addressing even the most "OMG" topics -- from sex to drugs to politics. She's opinionated. Jenny's never held back from letting her true feelings be known, even if they sometimes incite ...Controversy! Already, tongues are wagging that she's a poor choice for The View because it will give her a "huge platform from which to air her well-known belief that childhood vaccines cause autism." Ah well! Elisabeth Hasselbeck had the very same platform to air some unpopular beliefs, but she was on the show for nearly 10 years!

What do you think about Jenny joining The View?

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR Maressa Brown

has enjoyed reporting and writing for a variety of entertainment and women's magazines and websites. More often than not, you'll find her blogging, hitting the gym, reading, researching something on her iPhone, laughing, chatting at an above-"normal" volume, or getting her caffeine fix.

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