Monthly Archives: May 2009
Mom and Sis aren’t happy being in a fight until I’m in it, too.
My mother and my sister get into these huge fights, and then both call me to complain about each other. I hate being stuck in the middle. In the course of being supportive, I inevitably end up saying something I … Continue reading
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Unsolicited Advice #4
To the people who say to women, “You have such a pretty face!”: This is so rude. Horribly, horribly rude. Why qualify it? Just say, “You’re so pretty.” Or say nothing, and go sit by yourself in the corner and … Continue reading
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Ah, weddings.
My best friend is getting married at the end of June and I’m the maid of honor. She lives an airplane ride away so we do A LOT of talking on the phone. I just had to increase my minutes! … Continue reading
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It’s graduation time! Kill me now.
My cousin invited me to her daughter’s high school graduation. It sounds incredibly boring and it’s really hot out this time of year. Do I have to go? No. Just buy the graduate a bottle of Ketel One and she’ll … Continue reading
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I’d rather cut out my tongue than share my babysitter.
I like my friend, but I love my babysitter. My friend asked for my babysitter’s phone number. Do I have to give it to her? I don’t want to deprive the sitter of money or jobs, but I’m afraid she … Continue reading
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Homeschooling seems more and more attractive with each passing day.
I’m a teacher, and I also have young children who are about to start school. I occasionally tutor other teachers to help them pass their state exams for certification. Some of these people scare the crap out of me, especially … Continue reading
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Fwd: Fwd: Fwd: Fwd: if you don’t pass this on to 20 people right now you will die!!!!!
I have a family member with whom I like keeping in touch by email; we used to only speak on the phone occasionally, so it’s nice to hear from her more often. The problem is that she sends me about … Continue reading
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Quickfire questions in honor of Memorial Day.
I’m going to a pool party/cookout with my new girlfriend. She’s great, but sometimes dresses a little provocatively. My friends’ wives can be a pretty judgmental bunch and I know she’d fit in personality-wise, but her clothes are a little … Continue reading
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