Category: General

I think the Momversation and BackTalk video conversations are fascinating and I thought it might be fun to do something like that, only on a wider scale.

I have no idea how it might work (but if you have any suggestions, I’m open!) but in essence, I would ask an open-ended question (or two) and participants could respond to that question via video and post to his/her blog.

Too corny? Too complicated? Too shy?

What do you think?

I was going to post some pictures for the Weekly Winners meme, but I can’t possibly compete with Lotus’ work today – it’s absolutely stunning. (just check out the “artist and muse.” Wow. Whatever she did to make her subjects stand out like that, I want to learn! )

And I was going to post a bit of fiction, only I never got around to writing it (though I plan on writing today).

But I feel like I need to fill the posting void with something so …

I browsed through my blog topics folder and found this little gem of a video. It’s all about a mother’s love, a child’s imagination and about appreciating every moment we have on this earth.

Have a great Sunday, everyone.

The Monday Morning Meme questions will be posted at 1:00 p.m. CST so please check back!

I thought this was an interesting alternative to spending boo-coo bucks on flowers and candy this Valentine’s Day.

Vodpod videos no longer available.

I know for me, I don’t want Kevin to spend money on me this V-Day. He shows me he loves me every day. He tells me he loves me (nearly) every day. That’s good enough for me.

I’d rather help other people than have something I already know to be true be validated and commercialized.

But that’s just me. I realize not every woman’s man is as demonstrative as mine.

So tell me ladies, do you want the whole flowers/candy thing? Or are you satisfied to simply hear an “I love you?”

Sound familiar?

On Twitter!

Okay, so if you follow me on Twitter, this isn’t exactly ground-breaking news. But, after looking a little closer at the application, I just couldn’t resist talking a bit more about it.

It’s called PMS Buddy and it’s an application you can put on your iPhone to help you keep track of your wife/girlfriend/friend’s monthly cycle.

From the website:

PMSBuddy.com is a free service created with a single goal in mind: to keep you aware of when your wife, girlfriend, mother, sister, daughter, or any other women in your life are closing in on “that time of the month” – when things can get intense for what may seem to be no reason at all.

For women, this is a great way to give people in your life a heads-up of when you might be feeling a bit irritable without having an awkward conversation.

What’s more, we will not only keep you informed, but will give you some free advice on what to do about it. With PMSBuddy.com, there is no reason to ever be blindsided by PMS again.

PMSBuddy.com – Saving relationships, one month at a time!

I don’t know why, but I find this hilarious!! I mean seriously, how helpful would it be for the men in your life to have advance warning of when that time of the month is getting close! HAHA! They could then brace for the impending storm, I suppose.

And I REALLY cracked up over the “threat index” – this gauges how severe the woman who is menstruating is likely to be at a given time.

I really do feel sorry for men. I mean, we KNOW we’re being unreasonable at times. And we just FEEL bitchy, sometimes. We honest to God can’t help it – we can try and control it and redirect our energies into other things, but overall, it’s just a physical reaction. I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve had to simply leave the room because I felt my temper reaching that critical boiling over point, that scream like an evil banshee witch moment. You can relate to the banshee, right? I’m not the only one who gets a tad *ahem* out of control, right?!

And I’ve gotten better about warning my husband – “I have zero sense of humor right now. In fact, my sense of humor is in the negatives right now so back off … please.” I usually grit my teeth when I add the please.

My husband has learned to watch the calendar. And he has learned that when I’m in the negative-patience zone to play it safe and not piss me off. It usually only lasts about two days, max. After that, it’s like I’ve been talked from the edge of a very tall building and I feel better, more normal and relaxed. It’s hard to explain, but I’m certain the women out there know what I mean.

And just think, I’m old enough to be on the verge of menopause. Whee! Aren’t you lucky you don’t live with me!!

I think they should make something like this, only in a watch form, or something equally female-friendly. Then I could wear it and whenever it sensed I was going into the PMS zone, it could shock me out of my mood or flash emergency messages like, “SHUT UP RIGHT NOW!” or “If you say that, you’ll regret it for MONTHS!” or, “If you will be nice and courteous to your family for just a little longer, I’ll give you candy” sort of thing.

Anyway, I just thought this application was funny. I wonder if it actually helps the men?

On Twitter!

I’ve been trying to Twitter at least two interesting stories a day in addition to a few things I’m up to. If you would like to follow my Twitters, please do!

I’m thinking there might be a giveaway exclusive to my Twitter followers very soon.

WHICH, leads me to this poll. If you have a few moments, can you please leave me your opinion? Thank you!

I watch this and ALL I can think about is doggie slobber, bad breath, soiled car seats and sour dog smell.

I’m seriously freaking out here.

And I’m seriously done talking about dogs for awhile. I honestly need to turn my attention to other matters. This subject has dominated my brain for days now.

THANK YOU to everyone who took the time to give me some doggie advice. You’ve given me plenty to think about. But now I must turn my thoughts to other projects or else my head is going to explode.

NASCAR starts February 15!!!! (Safer topic).