Unconditional Love, My Ass
1970-01-01 00:59:59
There's a belief that children give unconditional love. I'm not sure who came up with this notion but, I'd wager a bet they didn't have kids.If you want a child because you're expecting unconditional love, I suggest that you stop looking at babies. Instead, take note of the toddler that won't stop screaming until they get a candy bar. The 6 year old that refuses to eat anything but mac & cheese. The 10 year old that locks herself in the bathroom because, you won't let her dress like Paris Hilton. The 14 year old that gives you the silent treatment because, you bought the wrong brand of jeans. 15-18, when they question authority and rebel against everything you say.I love my kids and don't believe they should give love without condition, even to me. Their love should only be given when it's returned with kindness and respect. Unconditional love is a door mat. Believe me when I tell you, no matter how much you want your kids to love you, no one wants a kid you can wipe your
Racism: Why Don't Our Kids Know Better?
1970-01-01 00:59:59
While having lunch at McDonald's, I was more than a little shocked to hear a group of teenage boys make racist jokes. I'm pleased to say, the manager quickly came over and threw them out. Heading out the door, they defended the jokes saying it was just humour and that it was harmless. When I told my 17 year old son what happened, he said racist jokes are told daily at his school. I ask, how is it that a generation who are taught about slavery, holocaust, and the civil rights movement, be so ignorant?Could it be as parents and teachers all we've done is talk the talk. If so, maybe by the time the next generation comes along, we'll walk the walk.
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A Message To All Men
1970-01-01 00:59:59
The first thing about dating that men need to understand is, women can get sex anywhere! If you're a man and sex is all you're offering, you've got nothing. The good news guys, what women want does cost a cent. All we ladies really want, is for you to care about what we want. Now here's the best part, to find out what your lady wants, all you have to do is ask.
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Battle Of The Boobs
1970-01-01 00:59:59
Recently a friend told me she was considering getting breast implants. She wanted to get my opinion because, I have large breasts. I told her, that I had no idea what it would be like for her.When I was 10 years old, I started puberty. By the time I was 12, I had a 38 inch bust when all the other girls had a 28 inch chest. As you can imagine, this was extremely embarrassing. Boys were constantly pulling my bra strap and girls spread rumors I stuffed. In high school it was a little better, there I was not alone. Still, there was only 7 or 8 of us in the whole school. One of these girls became my best friend. The two of us, well blessed girls hanging out together, lead to a nickname, the boobsey twins. Back in school I would have given anything to be normal.Now that I'm an adult, I love my breasts. We've grown up together and they are a part of me, in more ways then one. Having them, played a role molding my character as well as my figure.Right or wrong, I will never consider a woman w
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To The Girls Who Want To Date My Son
1970-01-01 00:59:59
To all the young ladies who have taken an interest in my 17 year old son. Please stop the following:1. Calling all hours of the night. The donger needs sleep.2. Sending him risque photos of yourself. Jr. forwards them to two friends, then they foward to two friends and so on.......3. Stop passing him notes that include offers of various sex acts. Not only is this not gaining you points, girls that forward scare him. Plus, again these notes get passed on to friends.4. Stop rubbing up against him. I've seen him look more comfortable when a dog humped his leg.5. Last but not least, stop thinking this is how you get a boyfriend. My son asked out his last girlfriend because, he thought she had a nice smile.
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Bargain Bimbo
1970-01-01 00:59:59
I am what my friends refer to as a bargain bimbo. I love a good bargain and I can sniff one out like a dog. I'm not talking about crap either. Some of my biggest bargains include, True Religion jeans for $60 on eBay. I got $300 ipod for $40 at Best buy because it was the display model, it has a couple of scratches but it work great. A whole new wardrobe of school clothes for my son, all Diesel and Abercrombie for less than half price because they're last season. I could go on all day!When I get a complement on the top I'm wearing, I'm quick to point out I got it at Walmart for $5. I'm not trying to brag, I just want to share the pure joy that comes from not paying retail.Have a bargain you want to share? Feel free to comment.
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, Bimbo
Not In My House!
1970-01-01 00:59:59
I'm hearing more and more parents saying, that they would prefer their kids try drugs or alcohol at home, where they will be safe. I don't agree with this theory because, to me it makes no sense. I'm all for open, honest dialog and letting your children know, you're just a call away, if they're in trouble. That doesn't mean we have to endorse the behavior by allowing it in our house. What lesson can a kid possibly learn except, that they can get wasted out of their tree and mommy will clean up after them?I rarely drink and I haven't gotten drink since I was 17. That night I was at a party, at house I had never been at before. I got so drunk, I lost my friends, my 10 minute walk home took over an hour because, I kept falling down on the sidewalk. I still remember how scared I was that night and how sick I was the next day. If I had been in the comfort of my family home, I wouldn't have experienced the consequences of my actions.No one wants to see their kids get hurt but, somet
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You Might Be A Feminist If....................
1970-01-01 00:59:59
What do you think of when you hear the word, feminist? Sadly, too many women today believe a feminist is a hairy, bra less, ugly woman that can't get a man. Why have we allowed the women who fought so hard, for rights we now take for granted, continued to be ridiculed after all these years? When feminism is made a joke of, so is woman herself. I believe that, failing to teach our daughters the importance of the women's movement, has contributed to young ladies tolerating labels like bitch and whore.It's time we women take back our f word and the jokes that go with it. That doesn't mean you have to lose your sense of humor, it just means rewording the punch line. To get the conversation started, here's an old joke with a new spin.You might be a feminist if, you believe in a women's right to have, a vote, to be a person under the law, an education, a career, equal pay, birth control, property rights, child support and on and on.
Without Profile
1970-01-01 00:59:59
You may have noticed that I have yet to fill in the profile area of my blog. This is not because I haven't given it any thought, it's quite the opposite. If anything, I've been over thinking the whole thing. It's difficult to sum up who I am in a short paragraph, on the surface of my life sounds so boring. I am 41 years old, married and I have 2 kids, an autistic daughter 20 and a son 17. Beyond that, I'm not sure what to say. Half my life has revolved around taking care of my family. Don't get my wrong, I have no regrets and I wouldn't hesitate to do it all again.Recently, I was asked what my plans were once the kids leave home. The question left me totally panicked. It's been so long since, I was left alone with my own thoughts. I worry that, without my mind being occupied by the daily needs of my children, there will be nothing left but, the sound of the wind between my ears. I'm afraid, I will be lost, without a purpose on this planet. Scared that my husband will find me
The Calorie That Broke The Camel's Back
1970-01-01 00:59:59
Coke has introduced a new diet cola called Zero. I tried it the other day and I did like it better than Diet Coke. I will buy it again for that reason but, why did Coke feel the need to bring out another diet cola? Are there really people out there, to whom 1 calorie makes that much difference? I know some people will make their choice based, on the type of artificial sweetener used but, most I know don't care either way. They're sold on the idea that they can drink soda all day, without taking in a single calorie. So much so, they don't even question the caffeine content. No one worries about drinking caffeine all day because, it does make you fat.The media has convinced us, that fat is the bubonic plague of the 21st century and catching it will lead to the excruciating death of all our hopes and dreams. At the same time, they promise to sell us the cure. Take note the next time you watch Oprah, who frequently speaks out against unhealthy media images. Count how many commercials ar
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It's A Man's Life
1970-01-01 00:59:59
Sunday afternoon in our home, you'll find my hubby Bill living out his idea of pure heaven. From the moment Bill shouts out, "ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL!" the kids and I know the testosterone has taken over. We know that from 1-4, you enter the family room at your own risk.During that time, our man who behaves in a professional manner all week, turns into an 8 year old boy (that drinks and swears). Parked on the sofa with his beer, pizza and his dog by his side. He raises only to do his touch down dance, during which he will often burp out the words "IN YOUR FACE". More often his teams tend to lose so, he's more likely to stay in his seat, shake his fist and yell, "YOU BLEEPING, BLEEPING, BLEEP!". If the play is real bad, sometime he'll even lift his butt cheek, passing wind in their honour.Some might wonder why we put up with this every week but, the answer is quite simple. God help us, we love him!
Because I Said So!
1970-01-01 00:59:59
Ever since my kids have become teens, I've started to feel cheated as a parent. When my son asks why he has to do something, I want so badly to reply, because I said so. That's the answer I would have received at his age. That would have been the only response I needed, to move me into action. Of course, if I tried "because I said so" on my kids, they would just point out, it wasn't a real answer. I guess that's what I get for letting them watch Dr. Phil.
Bad Feminist
1970-01-01 00:59:59
Bad FeministLadies check out Bad feminist (after you've read mine!) it's an excellent blog with some great insight into issues facing today's woman.
Teenage Life Lessons
1970-01-01 00:59:59
Today, my 17 year old son, took his driver's license road test and failed. This is Jr.'s first taste of failure in the real world. When I say real world, I mean life outside home and school. I don't consider these places as real because, they hold no resemblance to the daily grind of the average adult. Jr.'s world may have it's difficulties but, more often then not, getting what he wants or needs, is only a sweet smile or bat of the eye lashes away. He can wiggle out of trouble, by pouting and saying he didn't mean to, or know any better. At school, when he doesn't finish his homework, he's able to charm his teachers into extensions, with the promise to do better next time.This stage of a child's life is heartbreaking for a parent to watch. Your teenager preparing to leave his sheltered life, where he is loved and cared about and enter a world, that doesn't care if he lives or dies. Knowing you can't spare him from, reality slapping him in the face once in awhile. Unfortuna
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If It Walks Like A Duck
1970-01-01 00:59:59
Watching the View today, Rosie O'Donnell made a comment about American Idol judges, making fun of contestants physical appearances. Her passionate plea against personal attacks, would have been more credible, if she hadn't of called Paula Abdul a drunk in the same speech. Rosie also seems to have forgotten, flipping her hair to one side in a bad attempt to impersonate Donald Trump, which started their on going feud.Almost everyday, Rosie has insulted different celebrities on the show. The only reason I watch, is to see what she'll say next. O'Donnell truly believes that when she personally attacks someone, it's commentary, justified but, when Trump or anyone else makes a comment, they're a moron.It might be time for Rosie, to remind herself the meaning of the word hypocrite, then take a good long look in the mirror. Cause if it walks like a duck, it probably is.
20 Years Older And 60 Pounds Lighter!
1970-01-01 00:59:59
The photo on the far left, was taken at my peak weight of 175 pounds.The middle photo was in 1995, I had a relapse and gained 20 pounds.The last photo was taken last year. At 115 pounds.2007 is the 20th anniversary of my losing 60 pounds. It's really hard to look at old fat pics of yourself. All the feelings of self hatred come back to you. Yet, I know the pain that fat girl endured, has made me a better, stronger woman today.So, after 2 decades it seems like a good time to celebrate the long road to victory.
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Hey Ladies: Diet Tips
1970-01-01 00:59:59
I received a couple PM's asking me which diet plan, I followed to lose weight. When I was fat, I tried every diet on the market, none of them worked. What did work, were small changes, time and patience. My problem was simply eating too much and changing bad habits was the answer. Here's some of my best tips:1. Start by eating the recommended serving size on the package. This will allow you to eat what you like, without over doing it. Fill up in between with fruits and veggies.2. If you're a chocoholic, buy snack bars, only have one a day, take small bites and let it melt in your mouth, making it last.3. Eat slowly and be the last person to finish a meal. If you gobble down your small portion and have to watch others continue to eat, you'll feel cheated.4. Reduce the amount of food you cook for your family, chances are they're over eating to. Also, you might be tempted to eat the left overs.5. Simple exercise, dance around the house, go up and down the stairs, march on the spot,
Looking For Stuff To Sell On eBay: Clean Your Teen's Closet
1970-01-01 00:59:59
After getting tired of my son complaining he couldn't find any of his clothes, I decided it was time to clean his room. I had enough of the mess and told him, he was staying home and we were taking care of business. Jr. moaned and groaned, I was ruining his plans to go snowboarding but, he got to work.Like many kids, his idea of cleaning is throwing everything into the closet so, it seemed like a good place to start. Being small, I climbed in and Jr. stood by with a garbage bag, a laundry hamper and a box for other items. Once in position, I thew things out one at a time while Jr. sorted.First, we found all the missing clothes, then a headset for the pc, the ipod he thought had been stolen, a $200 paycheck from his summer job, he forgot he had, 3 video games he thought he lost and a fender guitar he hasn't played in a year.When Jr.'s punishment of cleaning his room was over, I was exhausted and he felt like it was Christmas again.
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Happy Blue Monday!
1970-01-01 00:59:59
Today is suppose to be the worst day of the year but, I have to say my whole family is having a great day!My hubby left for work thrilled his 2 favorite teams are in the Super Bowl, Jr. headed to school with the ipod and paycheck he found cleaning his closet. My daughter's spending the day with Granny, getting spoiled. For me, the sun is shining, I have a quiet house to myself and my son's room is clean for the first time in months.I hope everyone else is having a good day too but, if you find yourself feeling down today, here's a link to a site dedicated to beating the blues. www.beatbluemonday.org.uk
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So You Want To Be Heard?
1970-01-01 00:59:59
A recent poll found 51% of 18-25 year olds said, one of their goals was to become famous. Judging by reality shows, many are willing to humiliate themselves for their 15 minutes.I'm not going to criticize anyone for taking a chance, even if their efforts are misguided. The truth is, most of us have come to believe, our importance in the world is measured by others. Not all of us want to be on tv but, we all like to be acknowledged and have our voices heard.Writing a blog can be a shy person's reality show. Instead of our homes, we welcome strangers into our heads. Sometimes sharing thoughts you wouldn't dare tell anyone else, without having to expose our identities. The web is a place, where real or fake, we can be something more than we are at home. We can speak, without boring or hurting our loved ones. No one writes a blog without hoping someone will read and connect with it. If we didn't care we'd write in a diary with a lock on it. Through our blogs, we place ourselves in the
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We've Come A Long Way Baby!
1970-01-01 00:59:59
Early this morning, I saw The Andy Griffith Show for the first time in years. For enquiring minds, it was episode 190, Opie's Girlfriend. It wasn't one of the funniest episodes but, it sure made me laugh!Opie meets Helen's niece and gets upset when, she can do everything better than him. Helen explains to her niece, that men need to feel superior and women should be sensitive, to their fragile ego. In the end, the little girl pretends she can't rollerskate so, Opie can be the big man and teach her how.The copyright of the program was 1966. I had a sneaking suspicion, that something big was happening in the women's movement at that time so, I Googled it. Turns out, 1966 was the year, the National Organization for Women (NOW) was founded.This episode was a funny reminder, of how opposed men were to the idea, of giving women equal rights. More important, it's wonderful reminder of how far, women have come and men too!
Reminiscing On A Sunday Afternoon
1970-01-01 00:59:59
I remember being a child in the 70's:When candy bars cost a quarter. Soda was a dime.The only diet soda was Tab.We had a black and white television.Saturday mornings watching, H.R. Pufnstuff, Scooby Doo, Josie and the Pussycats and School House Rock.Wanting a Mrs. Beasley doll and an Easy Bake Oven for Christmas.Playing jump rope at recess and becoming old enough to play double dutch with the big girls.All In The Family and the controversy around it.Being told I was too young to watch Love American Style.Thinking Abba was the coolest band ever.My older sisters wearing, platform shoes and bell bottom pants so tight they needed pliers to do up the zipper.The rise of disco and everyone wanting to learn the hustle. Tube tops and satin pants being hot.I had posters of Donny Osmond, Shaun Cassidy, Parker Stevenson, Abba, Andy Gibb and the Facts of Life cast, on my wall.I wanted, a mood ring and moon boots.The first movie I ever saw in a theater was, Close Encounters Of The Third Kind.I reme
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, Afternoon
I Remember The 80's: High School Years
1970-01-01 00:59:59
I remember 1980-84:My mother and me on the edge of our seats, waiting to find out who shot J.R.Having big hair, big, long sweaters and stirrup pants.Wearing a lot of purple. Purple clothes, lipstick, eye shadow, hair clips and bows, etc...Wearing so much black eyeliner, I looked like a raccoon.Rollerskating to disco music on Friday Night.Having posters of Blondie, Talking Heads and The Police on my wall.The shock of hearing, John Lennon was shot.My favorite songs were, Come On Ellen, She Blinded Me With Science and Relax.Super hunks were, Scott Baio, Michael J. Fox, Duran Duran, Tom Cruise, Sean Penn.Kids lining up to play Pac-Man, at the first arcade in our town.Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer's wedding on television.Luke and Laura getting married.Everyone wanted to learn how to do the moon walk.When Flashdance came out, all the girls started wearing, sweatshirts with the neck band cut off, leg warmers and high heels with pointy toes.Karen Carpenter's death brought the world'
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, School
, Years
, High School
I Remember The 80's: Part 2
1970-01-01 00:59:59
I remember 1985-90:I was foolish enough to get married, right out of high school and become pregnant shortly after.Watching Live Aid on television. I waited all day to see Queen perform.I hated New Coke, it was really sweet.We heard about AIDS for the first time, when Rock Hudson announced he had it but, most people still believed it was a gay disease.I remember sitting down to watch Phil Donahue and being annoyed, when the launch of the Challenger was on instead. When it exploded, my first thought was, "What the hell just happened?"I gave birth to my beautiful daughter and my first thought; "I can't believe this tiny baby came out of me!"Jim Bakker and Jessica Hahn's affair marked the beginning of what would be called "tabloid news." The images of Tammy Faye crying were shown daily on A Current Affair.My favorite shows were, The Cosby Show, Golden Girls, Moonlighting, 21 Jump Street, Another World, Oprah and Phil.Some of my favorite bands, INXS, Tears for Fear, Styx, REM.Don't Wor
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To Girls Who Want To Date My Son
1970-01-01 00:59:59
To all the young ladies, who have taken an interest in my 17 year old son. Please stop the following:1. Calling all hours of the night. The donger needs sleep.2. Sending him, risque photos of yourself. Jr. forwards them to two friends, then they forward to two friends and so on.......3. Stop passing him notes, that include offers of various sex acts. Not only is this not gaining you points, girls that forward scare him. Plus again, these notes get passed on to friends.4. Stop rubbing up against him. I've seen him look more comfortable, when a dog humped his leg.5. Last but not least, stop thinking this is how you get a boyfriend. My son asked out his last girlfriend because, he thought she had a nice smile.
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I'm Not Sure About This One
1970-01-01 00:59:59
This is a t-shirt for children. The makers of this shirt, have the best of intentions. It's purpose is to keep children safe, by warning off pedophiles.One thing that concerns me; why is the word "if "so small? I had to read it twice, before I understood what it was saying. The first words that jumped out at me were, "touch me". I have to question if this is really a good idea. Dressing children in a shirt, that invites creeps to stare at their chest? I'm not sure about this one.What do you think of this shirt? Feel free to comment.
Add Irrepressible Content To Your Site
1970-01-01 00:59:59
The following has been taken directly from Amnesty International:Irrepressible Adj. 1) Impossible to repress or control. Chat rooms monitored. Blogs deleted. Websites blocked. Search engines restricted. People imprisoned for simply posting and sharing information. The Internet is a new frontier in the struggle for human rights. Governments - with the help of some of the biggest IT companies in the world - are cracking down on freedom of expression. Amnesty International, with the support of The Observer UK newspaper, is launching a campaign to show that online or offline the human voice and human rights are impossible to repress.Sign our pledge on Internet freedom
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Dateline: To Catch a Predator
1970-01-01 00:59:59
The first few times, Dateline
aired their "To Catch
a Predator
" program, I was glued to my seat and I made sure my kids were there beside me. To NBC, I say bravo for exposing these creeps and the dangers facing our children online.That being said, I'm concerned that Dateline has aired too many episodes. After seeing a commercial for "To Catch a Predator" my son said, "Yeah, yeah, we get it, there's lots of perverts on the web." Being a teenager, it's his natural instinct to tune out anything, that sounds like a lecture. I too, opted not watch another hour, of grown men crying on the floor, claiming they've never talked to kids online before and won't do it again.It doesn't take a genius to realize that, Dateline continues to air predator investigations, because the rating are good. I fear they are quickly turning an important issue, into tabloid trash. I don't think NBC should stop filming "To Catch a Predator". I just feel it would be better, if they aired less often. I'm afra
The Police Tour
1970-01-01 00:59:59
I'm so excited, today I scored tickets to see the Police
in Toronto! I always wanted to see them when I was a kid but, never had the money.For anyone interested, you can find dates and locations at thepolicetour.com.Bestbuy in the U.S. and Canada are offering presale tickets to subscribers.
Feminism and Me!
2007-04-04 23:00:00
Welcome to my blog. I want this blog to be about my relationship with feminism. I've just kind of started thinking about what feminism means to me and the role I want to play in it. I don't think gender roles are anything carved in stone, but they should be created specific to people.Comment if you want and I'll link to you!
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