Archive for April, 2010
The (Baby) Bucket List
April 24th, 2010 | 
Author: By Honey B
When I started blogging, I didn’t have a baby bucket list. I started blogging about the desire to get pregnant, and started writing down the things I had to do first. I knew there were some things I wanted to do before I got pregnant, but it wasn’t until I started making the list that I realized how important it was to me to accomplish some of them! As I wrote the list it began to separate itself into three categories- Must Have, Would Like to Have, and Fantasy Land.
Must Haves are the things that we’ve decided need to be done pre-baby- its not to say that we couldn’t get these things done after having a baby, but I like a challenge:
A job for Marmot- because we could survive financially with just my job, but a lot of Etsy merchants would be deprived of a financial boom of my BFP if Marmot isn’t working!- Marmot and I finishing our degrees- I’ll be done November 2010, and he’ll be done June 2011. I feel like I’m in school purgatory, but
- New vehicle- we have a standard cab truck that is fine for the two of us, but anything more than my purse and we’re in trouble!
- Buy a house- we have a purchase agreement on the house of our dreams, closing June 30th- so close to crossing this one off!
- Credit card #1 paid off- this one is one tax return away from being paid off, so close!
Would Like to Have- the things that would be great, but not imperative:
- Credit card #2 paid off- this one would be nice to have paid off, but we’re prioritizing!
- Reach a good weight- elgh, I hate this one. The Weight Watchers attempt #7 is underway! I won’t be upset if I’m not at goal when I get pregnant, but I’d like to be a lot closer than I am now!
Fantasy Land- the things that would be great if time permits, but these things won’t hold up getting pregnant:
- Build up the yoga habit- I say this one, but I’m not entirely serious. I’d like to have some sort of regular exercise habit but I’ve decided that sweating is against my religion.
- Graduate classes started- I’m not sure I’ll be able to get through an entire graduate program before I succumb to Babies Rabies, but I’ll like to just dip my toe in the water!
- Trip to Europe- the height of fantasy land, but coming from a big Italian family, I would love nothing more than to see Italy- and seeing that I cry leaving our dog Moo when I leave for a trip, I think it would be a real good thing to do pre-baby, otherwise I could be spending an entire European trip holding soggy Kleenex and making international calls home to check on baby!
Crazy list? Yes, I think it might be. Crazy to think that I could get even just the Must Haves done before getting pregnant? Yes, I think I might be! But you know what? We’re all a little crazy, and welcome to my personal brand of crazy…
Pre-Marriage, Pre-Baby, Pre-Eternity…
What’s on your “Bucket List”?
Honey posts regularly at the Honey B. Blog, keeping you apprised of Baby Bucket List progress and the life of a wanna-be mommy!
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STFUParents: Not Your Mama’s Blog
By Ericka
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I’m not a mommy’s mommy by any means.
Case in point:
- My child doesn’t own more outfits than me (and she won’t until she gets that whole spitting up thing under control).
- I’m not on constant germ patrol. Don’t get me wrong, the girl hasn’t touched a naked shopping cart in her life but carpet fuzz won’t kill her. Or dog food.
- I sometimes have to do quick math when someone asks me when my daughter’s birthday is. In all fairness I’ve forgotten my own zip code in the past. I’ve also forgotten to wear shoes.
- My kid insists on exploring what’s going on underneath the couch. And I don’t stop her.
- Scrapbooking? What’s that?
Short of owning a one piece bathing suit for mommy and me swimming classes (and I can’t tell you how many times I’ve wanted to take a pair of scissors to the thing. I mean it has an attached skirt for crying out loud), I haven’t really hitched a ride on the “typical” mommy wagon. And I have a feeling you haven’t either.
That’s why I love STFUParents.
This site humorously chronicles “typical” mommy hijinks across the web, particularly on Facebook. It’s like a gaggle of tightly wound, anal retentive breeders collectively vomited on a blog. And as disgusting as that sounds, trust me. It’s hilarious.
But as much as I love STFUParents, the content also concerns me. There are plenty of instances where mothers aren’t only being obnoxious but are downright exploitative. Um, I’m thinking little Timmy ain’t gonna be so pleased with you when he finds out that you not only documented his first doodoo but practically held it up so the whole world could catch a sniff. Needless to say, I’m not so certain potty pictures should be plastered all over the interwebs.
And don’t get me started on “mommyjacking.” If you’re not familiar with the term, it’s pretty much the act of commandeering somebody’s Facebook status with something horrendously baby related. For example, if Sue writes that she’s having a bad day on facebook, Kim replies “You don’t know what a bad day is until you have children!! LOLZ!!!!” Because as anyone knows, only moms can have bad days. You know what I did yesterday? I had lunch at Macaroni Grill and perused the merchandise at Barnes and Noble. The cross could definitely be heavier.
Now don’t get me wrong. There is a ton of frustration when it comes to motherhood. I don’t like being a target for spit up practice and my heart goes out to each and every woman dealing with a colicky child. But I think we’re all well aware that we really aren’t so bad off. After all, we have the privilege of raising a pretty incredible little person.
So no, you won’t find me reading Parents magazine like it’s my job or hitting speed dial to inform my pediatrician that my baby just blinked. But you can find me reading STFUParents on a consistent basis. That is until someone turns me in to the mommy police.
And on that note I gotta run. I can hear the sirens as we speak.
What are your favorite parenting websites?
Ericka s a mother and writer at Alabaster Cow. She’s currently working on her third novel and is attempting to pay people to read the first two. It isn’t going so well.
Mirror, Mirror On The Wall
By Elizabeth
As a girl, I loved fairy tales. I loved reading about Snow White, and the magical kiss from Prince Charming that brought her back to life. I loved Sleeping Beauty, and the kiss from her Prince Charming as well (hmmm, it appears that us girls were taught by Disney at a very early age that men were interchangeable!).
But my favorite fairy tale is Cinderella…
Because, let’s be honest… who doesn’t love a rags to riches tale that involves a good pair of shoes?
I think every woman dreams of being a princess. Whether it’s me, dressing my daughter as a fairy princess for Halloween (yes, she donned the same royal shade of blue as Dear Cindy over there), or my passion for wearing a crown every year on my birthday, women– you, me, your best friend, your mom, even that annoying coworker down the hall– are real-life royalty.
You want proof?
Here, I run down the top 5 fairy tale trends that will have you feeling like a princess… even if you never leave your castle (I mean, your home).
Photo Courtesy: Style.com
#5) Bibbity Bobbity Baubles– Yes, “baubles” as in accessories. I am a huge fan of jazzing up an otherwise bland outfit with a little bling. Whether it’s a collection of chunky bracelets, a flashy ring, or a signature necklace, every true princess owes it to herself to crown herself with something that shimmers every now and then.
#4) Purple Is The Color of Royalty– and it’s also one of the hottest colors for spring. I think this is absolutely awesome, because purple looks good on just about everyone. And it’s so versatile, too. You can wear a rich eggplant or a pale lavendar. You can wear various shades of this queenly hue from top to bottom, or just a single bold piece to spice up your wardrobe.
Photo Courtesy: Fashionising.com
#3) Rapunzel, Rapunzel– it’s time to let down your long hair. I’m not sure if Rapunzel was a true “princess”, but she was definitely in a fairy tale, so I’m counting her. I’ve always liked having long hair (ok, not always; when my daughter pulls my hair or I can’t seem to find the time to wash blow dry it, I have been known to curse my hair), and I cringed when super-short locks were in fashion. But now, one of the big trends for the new year (and hopefully, the new decade) is long, natural -looking strands. That is something I can embrace!
#2) Alexander McQueen– this late fashion icon’s name says it all… he knows how to pamper the princess inside us all. Do I own a single item of his clothing? No. Can I afford a single piece of his clothing? Absolutely not. But do I covet ALL of his clothing? Absolutely yes! McQueen actually passed away last month… but the amazing company he built and the trends he launched continue.
Photo Courtesy: Elle.com
#1) All That Shimmers Isn’t Gold– I have to admit, I’m going to be bummed when the metallic trend that’s been around the past few years finally comes to an end. Whether it’s my favorite silver lace camisole, or my silver pointy-toed slingbacks, the metallic pieces in my wardrobe are my go-to items to add a little extra flare to an otherwise dull outfit. The best part? Not only does a silver, gold, or copper-colored piece add a little spice, it also adds a little texture.
What’s your favorite thing to wear when you want to look your best?
Elizabeth is a full-time working mom who’s trying to have it all… and learning the hard way that isn’t always possible. You can read more about her at her brutally honest blog, Confessions From A Working Mom.
Shake It Like a Polaroid Picture
By Shandal
A little over a month ago, my Beachbody Coach introduced a meal replacement drink to me called Shakeology. It’s loaded with 70 healthy ingredients. It’s supposed to help you lose weight, feel energized, improve your digestion and regularity, and lower cholesterol.
It comes in two different flavors; Greenberry and Chocolate. I prefer the Chocolate flavor hands down. I’ve heard that most women prefer the Chocolate though. Imagine that! There’s this one recipe that it comes with called Chocolate Peanut Butter; Oh.Em.Gee. It is so delicious. It literally tastes like Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup ice cream. When I drink it, I feel like I’m cheating on my P90x diet. It is just such a treat to look forward too everyday!
I’ve been drinking Shakeology as a meal replacement for breakfast everyday for over a month. I can tell you that I have lost weight, but I am also doing P90x with it. I don’t think it’s a magical drink that helps you lose weight just by sitting on the couch and drinking it. When you order Shakeology, it comes with a couple workout DVDs. It is suggested that you do some kind of activity in addition to drinking the meal replacement.
I also feel more energized and right away it started to help my digestion and regularity. All my life I’ve had regularity issues. I’ve tried everything and Shakeology has been the only thing that works for me that doesn’t also give me stomach cramps.
So even if you’re just looking for something to help your digestive system, I totally recommend Shakeology. I can’t express enough how it has helped me so much.
What are your weight loss secrets?
