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Spring Fling
Spring has sprung in suburbia. Shirtless middle-aged men with two-pack abs chug beers while they mow their lawns. Bikini-clad teenage girls sprawl out on black-top driveways to attract pre-prom tans. The sounds of incessant sneezing echo through the air. Spring is … Continue reading
Fake It ‘Til You Make It
I am a firm believer in the mantra “Fake It ‘Til You Make It.” I once bought a designer handbag to help me land a job worthy of paying for it, am able to artfully apply mascara to appear as … Continue reading
Manic Monday
I know I am not alone when I say I detest Mondays, right? Well, Mondays during school vacation week add 10 pounds of water weight to my hatred of the beginning of the work week. Friday seems as far away as … Continue reading
I Heart NY
I heart New York. The palpable energy, the unforgettable sights that sear into your brain, the chi- chi department stores, the trendy boutiques, the gourmet restaurants, the incredible people-watching, the feeling I get walking the streets that anything is possible…all … Continue reading
Running in Circles
Doesn’t it amaze you how much you do for your kids on any given day? It’s enough to make me dizzy–no drinks required. I am accustomed to the usual–feeding, clothing, bathing, playing, lunch-making, chauffeuring, tutoring, mentoring, cleaning–but the unusual issues … Continue reading
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No More Excuses
Big day today. One, Baby Bieber has officially left the building. And, two, his Mommy officially joined a gym to lose the remains of her post-baby booty. No more excuses! My son happily got his first haircut at a kid-friendly place … Continue reading
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Baby Bieber Fever
I am already grappling with Bieber backlash at the thought of taking my baby boy in for his first haircut. I get that Justin Bieber’s recent buzz-cut made him lose a gazillion Twitter followers as teenage girls simultaneously burst into tears, but … Continue reading
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Better Late Than Never
We had a baby naming ceremony for Alex today. According to Jewish custom, we were supposed to host it on his eighth day of life. We’re 9 months and 23 days late. But who’s counting? I am a bad, bad … Continue reading
An Open Letter to my Pregnant BFF, Part Two
Your April Fools Day due date is pretty much tomorrow. No joke. If your baby girl is like you, she’s giggling in anticipation of making her big debut, and she’s going to ensure it’s unforgettable. I, for one, hope she’s like … Continue reading
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A Bink and a Smile
Celebuspawn Suri Cruise, who has been relentlessly stalked by the paparazzi since birth, was recently caught by shutterbugs sucking on a binky. And the world seems to be collectively laughing at her. While I don’t condone making fun of a little … Continue reading
