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Phrases that should die: preggers/preggo In this installment of 'Phrases that should die,' I would like to discuss preggers. Specifically, I would like to discuss all of the cutesy phrases we use for pregnancy this day in age: preggers, preggo, pregs. I understand that the word pregnant is one of those words that sounds 'thick.'… Continue reading Phrases that should die: Preggers/preggo
We need to keep Christmas in December It seems like every year the socially acceptable time to start celebrating Christmas gets earlier. In my childhood, there was no talk of Christmas until Thanksgiving had already happened. Now it feels like Santa is standing next to a Jack o lantern at most stores. Back in the… Continue reading We need to keep Christmas in December
The NFL and the Falcons don't know where London, England is located Can you spot the mistake? I don't know whether to laugh or cry. This is the most American thing they could have possibly done: Insult not just a city, but an entire country before you even get there. How you gonna talk all… Continue reading The NFL and the Falcons don’t know where London, England is located
I did the unthinkable... As a parent, I generally avoid buying clothes that will only be worn once or even a handful of times because they're for a 'special occasion.' I'm talking about clothes that are only relevant for holidays or are for a specific occasion like a birthday as opposed to dress-up clothes (which… Continue reading I did the unthinkable…
Stages of grief for parental sleep loss Every parent dreads that time of day or night when their sleep is abruptly interrupted by a small human who has needs that have to be met immediately. Some of us are fortunate enough to have kids who sleep a lot and wake up with little fuss. Everyone… Continue reading Stages of grief for parental sleep loss
My HOA finally decided to quit griping and actually solve a problem At the beginning of September, my HOA sent a nasty-gram to our neighborhood complaining about the fact that people were putting their trash out before the scheduled pick up days. A few days ago, they decided to quit their whining and at least attempt… Continue reading My HOA finally decided to quit griping and actually solve a problem
I ran across these in a post by my fellow blogger Maison Bently Style and fell in love with them. Ancient Greek Sandals has somehow found a way to make jelly sandals feel both hip and classic, edgy and chic. They come in a rainbow of colors with two different finishes (glossy or matte) and will set you back… Continue reading These Ancient Greek Jellies are EVERYTHING!
Phrases that should die: Bestie We're starting a new feature here at The Armchair Commentary: Phrases that should die. I need to be really honest. As much as I love slang and as much fun that I have learning/saying new phrases, there are some words and phrases that get on my nerves. Saying that they 'get… Continue reading Phrases that should die: Bestie
So, I got a nasty-gram from my Home Owners' Association... I live in an area that is comprised of blocks of attached townhouses. The townhouses are set off of a main road in an enclave with its own little streets. There is a homeowners' association (HOA) that 'runs' our little neighborhood. Most of the people… Continue reading So, I got a nasty-gram from my Home Owners’ Association…
My Love/hate relationship with laundry This is the story of a relationship. A quite dysfunctional relationship to be specific. This is the story of my relationship with Laundry. Laundry and I have known one another my whole life. To be honest, Laundry knew me long before I knew it. My first formal introduction with… Continue reading My Love/hate relationship with laundry
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