Techno-Parenting

Posted on April 20, 2007 by The Daring One

Today at The Parenting Post, I’ve posted the cutest picture ever taken of Magoo. The post is about the gadgets that make my life easier. What technological advances would you have trouble living without?

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Leading the Witness

Posted on April 19, 2007 by The Daring One

My sister Meg recently came to town for a whirlwind trip of throwing fish, photographing tulips until our cameras begged for mercy and spoiling of the niece and nephew.

nantiemeg2One night we were driving around town listening to Delilah on the radio. Now I’ve talked before about the like/mild annoyance relationship I have with her. On the one hand I think “Who is SHE to solve everyone’s problems and choose songs for them? What an emotionally manipulative cheese ball!” On the other hand I often find myself crying when I listen to her and thinking, “I can’t believe I’m crying but that totally obvious bit of fortune-cookie wisdom was the most beautiful thing I’ve heard all night. Waaahhhhh.”

So I listen and roll my eyes and periodically decide to secretly Continue reading →

Posted in around town, driving, fun, fun, fun | 36 Comments

The Reminder

Posted on April 18, 2007 by The Daring One

Several of you asked me to remind you when the Daring Edition of the Today Show was airing. The show is scheduled to air one week from yesterday, Tuesday April 24th. Set your TiVo and stock up on smoked oysters and artichoke dip. It’s gonna be a par-tay.

Please no spoiler emails that morning from those of you living on the East Coast. I want to be surprised. Because technically, although I was present at least in body during the taping, Continue reading →

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I Like This

Posted on April 17, 2007 by The Daring One

I saw a well-dressed business man in the SUV next to me rocking out to “Let’s Hear it for the Boy” from the Footloose soundtrack. I like this.

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Laylee has stopped using the word “yes” and in its place she responds “ROCK ON!” to signal the affirmative. Continue reading →

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Lunch In Seattle

Posted on April 17, 2007 by The Daring One

My friend Millie is planning a blogger’s lunch in Seattle on April 28th. I sure plan on attending. If you live in or around Seattle and you’d like to meet up for lunch, let me know. Wouldn’t it be fun to meet in person?

Posted in Blogging, food, Friendship, Random | 8 Comments

The Promises We Make

Posted on April 15, 2007 by The Daring One

When we get married, we make a bunch of promises. Some we make in front of God, legal authorities and our Aunt Bertha. Some are lovingly whispered in a car late at night in front of your apartment. There are even some politely demanded before any sort of engagement takes place. Continue reading →

Posted in domesticality, family fun, Love and Marriage | 29 Comments