Tag Archives: wife

Life Isn’t Always Better in 3-D

Posted on January 24, 2013 by

Many of my posts have been movie-themed in recent weeks, but I guess that’s just where I am these days. Mike and I have been fortunate enough to see several of the films on our must-lists, and as such, many … Continue reading →

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Luke, I am Your Stylist

Posted on August 3, 2012 by

I love shopping. To be more specific, I love shopping for clothes. I love looking in catalogs and perusing the racks and folded tables in department stores and retail stores, examining the fabrics and colors and patterns and silhouettes. When … Continue reading →

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The Cheap Stuff

Posted on April 10, 2012 by

INT. TARGET–NIGHT. Mike and I stroll the aisles, stocking up for the week. Mike pushes Jude in the shopping cart while I follow along beside them. Me: Can you think of anything else you need? Mike: Yeah. Shampoo. Me: (heading over … Continue reading →

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Just Married Needs Your Help

Posted on February 16, 2012 by

Dear Readers, I have joined thoughts with fellow writer and blogger Holly Phillips of The Bitter Lemon to write a book about dating and relationships. As a reader of this blog, I have to assume you have some experience, or at … Continue reading →

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You Have One Message

Posted on January 31, 2012 by

Mike was one of the first serious boyfriends of mine who didn’t call me during his work day. Perhaps the others weren’t as busy, or maybe Mike just liked the reprieve, but early in the relationship, this was a cause … Continue reading →

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Thug Life

Posted on June 24, 2011 by

The euphoria I felt upon bringing Jude home has turned into some kind of sleep deprived mania. This isn’t to say that I don’t adore my baby boy. I am so very in love with his sweet little face. But, … Continue reading →

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I’ll Never Be on Oprah

Posted on May 26, 2011 by

“Tell me about Oprah’s last episode,” Mike said as we settled onto the couch after dinner. “I haven’t watched it yet,” I said. I was shocked to hear what came next: “Oh, good. Can we watch together? Like right now?” … Continue reading →

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Thank You, Chicken Puttanesca

Posted on May 25, 2011 by

In recent weeks, it’s gotten harder to be more imaginative and energetic about dinner. Sure, I’m hungry when time rolls around to prepare a meal, but the warmer weather combined with my big belly and aching legs/feet haven’t been creating … Continue reading →

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One Month Mark

Posted on May 13, 2011 by

Yesterday began the one month countdown to my due date. Crazy. I had my two-week check-up at the OB, and he informed me that from now on, we’d be moving to weekly visits, which is only slightly terrifying. I have … Continue reading →

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I Don’t Feel Like Making Dinner

Posted on April 22, 2011 by

Sometimes, I just don’t know what to make for dinner. During some weeks, I feel eager to try new recipes or to visit old favorites. I get all the necessary ingredients on my weekly Sunday/Monday shopping excursion, and I have … Continue reading →

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