So tired of marketing
Why is it I cannot buy a product for my child without a blasted commercial tie in? I don't want diapers or training pants with characters from TV on them. I want just plain old training pants.
Why can I not buy her plates and cups without the latest movie character tie ins?
Fast Food restaurants marketing the kids meals toys to movies that are made for adults. My 2 year old is not going to see "Indiana Jones" or "The Incredible Hulk", so why should she be subjected to toys from those films?
Why can't we have a choice between a non commercial item, and one that is?
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Saturday, June 14, 2008
I drove to the top of a mountain
You can give me any type of amusement ride, and I'm fine. The tallest roller coaster, I'll ride it. The most thrilling thrill ride, I'm on it. Those things don't bother me.
I just did the scariest thing ever in my life. We drove to the top of a mountain. We're talking over 6,000 feet in the air. No guard rails and cars going both directions. I nearly lost my mind. One slip of the steering wheel and we were goners. I couldn't even look out the window until we reached the safe haven at the top.
When we got to the top, I was happy we did it. It was the most spectacular thing. You could see forever. Then the clouds rolled in and I was surrounded by them. It was an experience I will never forget. It was so peaceful. It was as far away as you can get from the craziness of life. I could have stayed up there all day and not want to go back down.
I'm glad we "scaled" the mountain. Will I do it again? Not with the car! I'll take the train up next time!
You can give me any type of amusement ride, and I'm fine. The tallest roller coaster, I'll ride it. The most thrilling thrill ride, I'm on it. Those things don't bother me.
I just did the scariest thing ever in my life. We drove to the top of a mountain. We're talking over 6,000 feet in the air. No guard rails and cars going both directions. I nearly lost my mind. One slip of the steering wheel and we were goners. I couldn't even look out the window until we reached the safe haven at the top.
When we got to the top, I was happy we did it. It was the most spectacular thing. You could see forever. Then the clouds rolled in and I was surrounded by them. It was an experience I will never forget. It was so peaceful. It was as far away as you can get from the craziness of life. I could have stayed up there all day and not want to go back down.
I'm glad we "scaled" the mountain. Will I do it again? Not with the car! I'll take the train up next time!
I know this is late.....
Senator Kennedy- I could care less that you have a brain tumor. Let me tell you why.
First- we had to have an entire day of news dedicated to you because you were diagnosed. Guess what? You're not alone. 9,000 Americans get diagnosed with the same tumor each year. Where is their news coverage?
Second- You've lived a full life, it's not like you're 22 and finding this out. I know this sounds mean, but, it would be more tragic if you were in the prime of your life.
Third- You had surgery in NC? WTF? Boston not good enough for you? We have great surgeons here. My mother had her tumor removed in Boston and she survived. I think that's a total slap in the face to you home state.
Fourth- You had surgery in NC. See, you can afford the best medical care in the country. What about those other 9,000 people? They don't have that option.
So Senator Kennedy, enjoy your recovery on the Cape.
Senator Kennedy- I could care less that you have a brain tumor. Let me tell you why.
First- we had to have an entire day of news dedicated to you because you were diagnosed. Guess what? You're not alone. 9,000 Americans get diagnosed with the same tumor each year. Where is their news coverage?
Second- You've lived a full life, it's not like you're 22 and finding this out. I know this sounds mean, but, it would be more tragic if you were in the prime of your life.
Third- You had surgery in NC? WTF? Boston not good enough for you? We have great surgeons here. My mother had her tumor removed in Boston and she survived. I think that's a total slap in the face to you home state.
Fourth- You had surgery in NC. See, you can afford the best medical care in the country. What about those other 9,000 people? They don't have that option.
So Senator Kennedy, enjoy your recovery on the Cape.
Oh Wah and Boo Hoo
Ok so for the first time in 23 years John Kerry has to run a campaign. That's right someone is running opposition against him. I love it! Kerry tried to keep this gentleman off the ballot, and then his opponent ending getting more support than he actually needed to get on the ballot.
I'm glad Kerry Has competition. It's about time. We need new blood in MA. I am so tired of the same old politics here.
So Senator Kerry, Boo hoo that you actually have to work for votes this fall. I for one will not be in your corner.
Ok so for the first time in 23 years John Kerry has to run a campaign. That's right someone is running opposition against him. I love it! Kerry tried to keep this gentleman off the ballot, and then his opponent ending getting more support than he actually needed to get on the ballot.
I'm glad Kerry Has competition. It's about time. We need new blood in MA. I am so tired of the same old politics here.
So Senator Kerry, Boo hoo that you actually have to work for votes this fall. I for one will not be in your corner.
Why are you in such a rush?
I recently got back from vacation. I have to say it has given me a different outlook on life.
I can't understand why everyone is in such a rush. Why do you have to sit on my bumper while I'm going the speed limit?
People need to simplify their lives. You don't need to be 37 places at once. You don't need to have you kids involved in 89 activities. You need to sit down together as a family and spend time with each other. You never know when it can instantly end. Sit down and eat a meal together. Enjoy each other and don't be running off all the time.
Enjoy the scenery, you never know when that will be gone. We need to stop building on every available space. We don't need new houses. I see so many for sale, and yet new ones keep popping up.
We need to enjoy what we have and not what we want tomorrow. I know it's cliche, but you really should take time to smell the roses. They are very lovely this time of year.
I recently got back from vacation. I have to say it has given me a different outlook on life.
I can't understand why everyone is in such a rush. Why do you have to sit on my bumper while I'm going the speed limit?
People need to simplify their lives. You don't need to be 37 places at once. You don't need to have you kids involved in 89 activities. You need to sit down together as a family and spend time with each other. You never know when it can instantly end. Sit down and eat a meal together. Enjoy each other and don't be running off all the time.
Enjoy the scenery, you never know when that will be gone. We need to stop building on every available space. We don't need new houses. I see so many for sale, and yet new ones keep popping up.
We need to enjoy what we have and not what we want tomorrow. I know it's cliche, but you really should take time to smell the roses. They are very lovely this time of year.
The death of an Icon
I couldn't believe the shocking news yesterday of Tim Russert's death. I had just watched him last Sunday on "Meet the Press", and I felt so sad to hear that he was gone.
This was, to me, a great newsman. You don't find many of those these days. When you watched him, you felt like he was asking the questions you wanted to ask of his guests. I felt like he connected with the everyday person, because he was the everyday guy. There was a joy about him. He loved what he did. It's sad that he will not be seeing how the election ends in November.
I am heartbroken for his wife and son. I can't imagine the pain. Just knowing they had completed a vacation with him and were still so far away when he passed.
I can't wrap my head around why the people that are good and make a difference, leave us too early. It's not right.
God bless you Mr. Russert, and Rest in Peace. You will be truly missed.
I couldn't believe the shocking news yesterday of Tim Russert's death. I had just watched him last Sunday on "Meet the Press", and I felt so sad to hear that he was gone.
This was, to me, a great newsman. You don't find many of those these days. When you watched him, you felt like he was asking the questions you wanted to ask of his guests. I felt like he connected with the everyday person, because he was the everyday guy. There was a joy about him. He loved what he did. It's sad that he will not be seeing how the election ends in November.
I am heartbroken for his wife and son. I can't imagine the pain. Just knowing they had completed a vacation with him and were still so far away when he passed.
I can't wrap my head around why the people that are good and make a difference, leave us too early. It's not right.
God bless you Mr. Russert, and Rest in Peace. You will be truly missed.
Thursday, February 14, 2008
So tired of winter
Not only am I tired of the constant snow and ice, I'm tired of my poor child getting sick, me worried about her being sick, etc.
I want the warmer weather now, I want to see the flowers popping up through the ground. I want to run around in the back yard with my daughter, without taking 20 minutes to get her dressed (freaking snow pants!).
I'm weary, my winter coat seems to get heavier everyday. My boots drag my feet down. How I want to wear my flip flops.
I can't wait for Spring, to get out and breathe the fresh air without having my lungs fill with icicles!
Not only am I tired of the constant snow and ice, I'm tired of my poor child getting sick, me worried about her being sick, etc.
I want the warmer weather now, I want to see the flowers popping up through the ground. I want to run around in the back yard with my daughter, without taking 20 minutes to get her dressed (freaking snow pants!).
I'm weary, my winter coat seems to get heavier everyday. My boots drag my feet down. How I want to wear my flip flops.
I can't wait for Spring, to get out and breathe the fresh air without having my lungs fill with icicles!
Friday, February 08, 2008
"The State of the Union"
Over the past couple of days the country has gone crazy. A man shoots and stabs his wife in front of her students. A man walks into a city Council meeting an kills 5 people. A man walks into a Lane Bryant and shoots and kills people. A student in Louisiana Kills 2 students and herself. A man in LA kills his family and a SWAT officer.
Wake up, the violence in this country is getting more and more common and brutal. WE need to take a stand and make sure we are safe to walk the streets. If you suspect that you see a "warning sign" please stand up and report it. We don't need any more senseless killings in our neighborhoods.
Over the past couple of days the country has gone crazy. A man shoots and stabs his wife in front of her students. A man walks into a city Council meeting an kills 5 people. A man walks into a Lane Bryant and shoots and kills people. A student in Louisiana Kills 2 students and herself. A man in LA kills his family and a SWAT officer.
Wake up, the violence in this country is getting more and more common and brutal. WE need to take a stand and make sure we are safe to walk the streets. If you suspect that you see a "warning sign" please stand up and report it. We don't need any more senseless killings in our neighborhoods.
Friday, February 01, 2008
Just shut up about my kid-
Yes ok my kid is: short, tall, tiny, big, not talking, talking too much, happy, sad, tired, energetic, shy, eats too much, eats too little, cries, throws a tantrum, shouldn't be in a stroller, shouldn't be on a leash, shouldn't be running through the store, etc. I get it, now keep you freaking comments to yourself and let us mom's raise our kids the best way we know how. Go bother someone else.
Yes ok my kid is: short, tall, tiny, big, not talking, talking too much, happy, sad, tired, energetic, shy, eats too much, eats too little, cries, throws a tantrum, shouldn't be in a stroller, shouldn't be on a leash, shouldn't be running through the store, etc. I get it, now keep you freaking comments to yourself and let us mom's raise our kids the best way we know how. Go bother someone else.
So who do I choose?
They say vote the best candidate for the job. In the "real world" that would be all fine and good, but we live in a society where appearance matters.
SO as a white democratic female, if I don't vote for the black candidate am I a racist? Or is it if I don't vote for the woman am I turning my back on my gender?
They say vote the best candidate for the job. In the "real world" that would be all fine and good, but we live in a society where appearance matters.
SO as a white democratic female, if I don't vote for the black candidate am I a racist? Or is it if I don't vote for the woman am I turning my back on my gender?
Friday, January 18, 2008
God Bless Jon Stewart!
I have to be honest, he's the only "news media" person that really tells it like it is. I am so sick of "credible journalist" slinging mud here and there over every news story they report. They are the ones that cause all the problems when it comes to "reporting" news stories.
Jon calls all of them to the carpet, and shows how stupid they really are. If only there were more people like him, the world would probably be better off!
I have to be honest, he's the only "news media" person that really tells it like it is. I am so sick of "credible journalist" slinging mud here and there over every news story they report. They are the ones that cause all the problems when it comes to "reporting" news stories.
Jon calls all of them to the carpet, and shows how stupid they really are. If only there were more people like him, the world would probably be better off!
Tuesday, January 08, 2008
Our Political Process
It literally sucks. Ok so the candidates are picked even before the majority of the country gets to vote. How is that fair? By the time primaries come around to most states a lot of the candidates have dropped out because they lost in a couple of the early states.
SO I'm not really getting my say, I' not really getting to vote for who I want, but who's left. SO if it's my right to vote, isn't also my right to have all candidates on the ballot when I vote?
They all talk about change, yet everything stays the same.
It literally sucks. Ok so the candidates are picked even before the majority of the country gets to vote. How is that fair? By the time primaries come around to most states a lot of the candidates have dropped out because they lost in a couple of the early states.
SO I'm not really getting my say, I' not really getting to vote for who I want, but who's left. SO if it's my right to vote, isn't also my right to have all candidates on the ballot when I vote?
They all talk about change, yet everything stays the same.
Thursday, December 06, 2007
Most Fascinating People of 2007
SO tonight the special airs with the top 2 being revealed tonight. Possible suspects: Britney, Barry Bonds, Stephen Colbert, Ann Coulter, Hugo Chavez, Paris Hilton, Lindsey Lohan, and me ( I can dream can't I?). For reasons I think Barbara might see them as fascinating, that's my list.
SO tonight the special airs with the top 2 being revealed tonight. Possible suspects: Britney, Barry Bonds, Stephen Colbert, Ann Coulter, Hugo Chavez, Paris Hilton, Lindsey Lohan, and me ( I can dream can't I?). For reasons I think Barbara might see them as fascinating, that's my list.
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
The Problem with Adults
With the holiday season approaching- we are once again reminded of how stupid adults are.
Yes, mind you I am an adult, but when it comes to this subject, I am far from stupid.
Winchester, MA- A principal has canceled a field trip to see "Miracle on 34th Street" performed at a local theater. The reason, some parents complained. It's too focused on "Santa Clause", and they found it offensive.
Respectfully to those parents- go bite yourself. No wonder we have such hatred in this country. You're not teaching your kid tolerance, you're teaching ignorance. Yes, I am Catholic and celebrate Christmas. That doesn't mean for one second that I won't be teaching my daughter about the other celebrations that take place at the same time. She should know how other religions celebrate at this time. Not ignore the differences her friends may have.
These are the modern day Scrooges. These are the people that make it miserable for everyone else. What have you proved? That you can bully a class of 7th graders? Must make you feel big, stand tall and be proud. These are the parents that no longer hear the jingle of the bell from the Polar Express. These are the parents that don't believe in magic or miracles. These are the parents that want their kids to be little adults rather than kids.
In a day and age where love and tolerance should be at an abundance, it is hanging on by a thread. Why are you so angry at Christmas? Did you not get that puppy at age 9 that you wanted? That's no reason to take it out on the younger generation.
Attention the the school that my child will be attending in the future: If any of this goes on while she's in school, expect a call from my civil rights lawyer. Why should we be discriminated against because of the few unhappy souls out there?
Lighten up, let the kids be kids, they have long enough in their life to be miserable adults.
With the holiday season approaching- we are once again reminded of how stupid adults are.
Yes, mind you I am an adult, but when it comes to this subject, I am far from stupid.
Winchester, MA- A principal has canceled a field trip to see "Miracle on 34th Street" performed at a local theater. The reason, some parents complained. It's too focused on "Santa Clause", and they found it offensive.
Respectfully to those parents- go bite yourself. No wonder we have such hatred in this country. You're not teaching your kid tolerance, you're teaching ignorance. Yes, I am Catholic and celebrate Christmas. That doesn't mean for one second that I won't be teaching my daughter about the other celebrations that take place at the same time. She should know how other religions celebrate at this time. Not ignore the differences her friends may have.
These are the modern day Scrooges. These are the people that make it miserable for everyone else. What have you proved? That you can bully a class of 7th graders? Must make you feel big, stand tall and be proud. These are the parents that no longer hear the jingle of the bell from the Polar Express. These are the parents that don't believe in magic or miracles. These are the parents that want their kids to be little adults rather than kids.
In a day and age where love and tolerance should be at an abundance, it is hanging on by a thread. Why are you so angry at Christmas? Did you not get that puppy at age 9 that you wanted? That's no reason to take it out on the younger generation.
Attention the the school that my child will be attending in the future: If any of this goes on while she's in school, expect a call from my civil rights lawyer. Why should we be discriminated against because of the few unhappy souls out there?
Lighten up, let the kids be kids, they have long enough in their life to be miserable adults.
Tuesday, November 06, 2007
Sunday, November 04, 2007
The blonde thing...
This not a racist post- it is not meant to be offensive, and if you take it that way, I'm just stating an opinion I'm entitled to.
For all you ladies (and men) who are obviously not blonde, please stop dying it that color. It's hard to take someone seriously when then talk of being proud of their race, and then they walk in with a screaming blonde head of hair. Really, do you think the world can't tell you weren't born with that color? Why can't you be proud of the fact that you have black hair or brown hair?
I just think it's ridiculous that you think you need to be something you aren't. Don't give me that free to express myself junk either. Coloring your hair in a color that would never represent your race is not expressing yourself, it's being something that you're not, it's saying, I'm not proud of who I am, I want to be someone else.
Be proud of who you are, where you come from, and the race you are, not the race you want to be.
This not a racist post- it is not meant to be offensive, and if you take it that way, I'm just stating an opinion I'm entitled to.
For all you ladies (and men) who are obviously not blonde, please stop dying it that color. It's hard to take someone seriously when then talk of being proud of their race, and then they walk in with a screaming blonde head of hair. Really, do you think the world can't tell you weren't born with that color? Why can't you be proud of the fact that you have black hair or brown hair?
I just think it's ridiculous that you think you need to be something you aren't. Don't give me that free to express myself junk either. Coloring your hair in a color that would never represent your race is not expressing yourself, it's being something that you're not, it's saying, I'm not proud of who I am, I want to be someone else.
Be proud of who you are, where you come from, and the race you are, not the race you want to be.
Why do we care Part 2-
Why is the media so fixated on Christina and J-Lo being pregnant? More so why are they so fixated that the haven't "officially" announced it? Isn't that their choice? If they don't want to announce it to the world, that's their business. Sure you can tell that they are, so shouldn't that be good enough? Why do we have to be up in their business all the time? Pregnancy and having a baby is a personal thing, even when you are a celebrity. Shouldn't we just wish them well, hope they have a happy, healthy pregnancy and be done with it rather than hound them for every detail.
Maybe we should focus more on our own lives and less on theirs.
Why is the media so fixated on Christina and J-Lo being pregnant? More so why are they so fixated that the haven't "officially" announced it? Isn't that their choice? If they don't want to announce it to the world, that's their business. Sure you can tell that they are, so shouldn't that be good enough? Why do we have to be up in their business all the time? Pregnancy and having a baby is a personal thing, even when you are a celebrity. Shouldn't we just wish them well, hope they have a happy, healthy pregnancy and be done with it rather than hound them for every detail.
Maybe we should focus more on our own lives and less on theirs.
Saturday, November 03, 2007
Thursday, November 01, 2007
And so it begins....
Officially today is Nov. 1st. Unofficially, it's the beginning of the Christmas season (jeez). It's like the cougar pouncing on the gazelle. I guess Thanksgiving is no longer a holiday at this point.
I really wish retailers would stop shoving Christmas down our throats in October, even before Halloween is over. Sign the groundhog saw his shadow, another 6 more weeks of Christmas.
Don't get me wrong I love Christmas, I would just like to celebrate it after we have Thanksgiving rather than before.
Officially today is Nov. 1st. Unofficially, it's the beginning of the Christmas season (jeez). It's like the cougar pouncing on the gazelle. I guess Thanksgiving is no longer a holiday at this point.
I really wish retailers would stop shoving Christmas down our throats in October, even before Halloween is over. Sign the groundhog saw his shadow, another 6 more weeks of Christmas.
Don't get me wrong I love Christmas, I would just like to celebrate it after we have Thanksgiving rather than before.
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