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Happy Hump Day!
What is it about this crazy camel that makes me laugh my head off every time I see the commercial? I think it’s because we’ve all worked with this guy. Plus, you know, talking animals are funny. Plus it’s about … Continue reading
Dressed To Kill…The Mood
It’s that time of year…the time when traditionally I rotate from my spring/summer wardrobe into my fall/winter wardrobe. It occurs to me that this year, my wardrobe is…not really a wardrobe. I’m not a stay-at-home mom; no carpools or PTA … Continue reading
I Love Andy Cohen, But He Doesn’t Love Me Back
In case any of you out there are thinking about writing a book, I can now tell you that even if you are an amazing writer with a sparkling wit, it’s a rough road. Now imagine how much harder it … Continue reading
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Locked and Loaded
I was recently diagnosed with a mild case of sleep apnea. Sleep apnea can be dangerous in the sense that one stops breathing periodically while sleeping, but sometimes breathing is overrated. Like when you’re too sleepy to tell the difference. But … Continue reading
Pink October
I have learned a lot about metastatic breast cancer over the last couple of months, and I know that pink ribbons and awareness aren’t everything. However, a mammogram did indeed catch my cancer when it spread to my lymph nodes, … Continue reading
Are You Ready For Some Frou-Frou Football?
I love fall, and especially love Sundays in the fall. Every fall Sunday for as long as I can remember has been punctuated by the sounds of pro football. I like football; I don’t know a lot about it but … Continue reading
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Heeeeere’s Tappy!
With all credit due to my friend (who can out herself if she wishes!), I feel compelled today to tell you the story of Tappy McSnapperson. Apparently, my friend, let’s call her Laurie, was already in the 10th circle of hell. She … Continue reading
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For Posterity
By request, here is a transcript of our heartwarming “presentation” Saturday night at our 25th Anniversary party. Vow renewal as only we can do it… Jill: This is going to be a little bit like the Oscars, in that I wrote some … Continue reading
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Does Hallmark Make A Card For This?
Today is National Metastatic Breast Cancer Day. I don’t think there is a cheerful greeting card that celebrates this day, so thank goodness for Ann Silberman who can not only explain the significance of the day, but can do it with … Continue reading
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25 Years Gets You Andy Cohen And Eggplant Pizza
Today Dan and I celebrated 25 years of uninterrupted, wedded bliss. Psych! I have no complaints, and if Dan knows what’s good for him, neither will he. I have opined on the keys to a successful marriage before, here and … Continue reading
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