Ten Google Search Terms For Parents (or Maybe Just Me)
In my thirteen years as a parent, I have seen, heard, and said things I never thought imaginable, as well as faced situations where I was completely clueless. In many instances, there is no way I would have been able to figure things out without the Internet. Good or bad, the Google has saved my ass... Read more »
Mother's Day Cards I Think My Kids Might Give Me
May 13 marks Mother’s Day – the day we honor the women in our lives that have helped make us the people we are today. It got me thinking about how my own little children feel I have helped (or harmed) them this year. For Mother’s Day, my kiddos typically give me handmade cards. Sure... Read more »
Ten Things You Will NEVER Hear Me Say While Shopping at Whole Foods
I went to Whole Foods today to pick-up a couple of things. It is the closest grocery store to where I was located. Now, with much in life, you need to be confident. However, Whole Foods is one of those places I am not confident. I do not know what 90% of the items are... Read more »
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"Do I really look like this?" - My Magnifying Mirror Experience
My family and I recently took a spring break trip to Cabo San Lucas Mexico. Yeah, yeah, I know… I am one lucky bi-atch. Step off sister, I deserve it – it’s been a rough year. Back to Cabo – it was wonderful. By wonderful I mean swaying palm trees, drinks by the pool, sunny... Read more »
Realistic Valentine's Day Sentiments
According to the calendar, Valentine’s Day is upon us. Not sure where the first 13 days of February went, but away they went. Now I am scrambling for a V-Day card, gift, something, ANYTHING for my husband. I was out looking at cards, trying to find just the right one that captures the “I love... Read more »
An Open Letter To Tableside Entertainers
Dear Tableside Entertainers, I want to take this opportunity to apologize for getting a little snippy with you recently. It’s not you… it’s me. Well, maybe it is you. Listen, I completely respect your choice to pursue a career in tableside entertainment. Whether it is amusing restaurant patrons with face painting, balloon animal development, Charles Dickens-style Christmas carols,... Read more »
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Are You Suffering From Holiday Card Envy?
I am going to be honest with you… I am on the cusp of a mini panic/anxiety attack regarding holiday cards. Don’t get me wrong… I love receiving photo cards from friends and family. I enjoy seeing how much the children have grown and changed, what adventures the family has taken during the year, and... Read more »
An Open Letter To The Hormones Raging in My Pre-Teen Daughter
Dear Hormones, This is a formal letter of reprimand notifying you that your performance is adversely affecting the individuals residing in my household. It has come to my attention, rather abruptly, that you are functioning at an inconsistent level, thus affecting the emotional stability of my pre-teen daughter. You have commandeered my tween and made... Read more »
Quiz: Test To See if You Are Halloween Savvy
Test your Halloween savvy. Match the big name personality with the treat they are handing out to trick or treaters this Halloween. Answers are at the bottom. Big Name Personality 1. Gwyneth Paltrow, lifestyle guru & occasional actress 2. Oprah, goddess divine 3. Terry Gross, host & producer of NPR’s Fresh Air 4. Tom Brady, quarterback for... Read more »
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Humor Is A Subjective Biatch
One question I get asked a lot is, “Stacey, how did you get into comedy writing?” I wish I had a clear-cut cool person answer, but I don’t. After I had my third kiddo I knew I wanted to return to work, but I knew I didn’t want to do what I was doing in... Read more »
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