Monday, February 25, 2008
Snip, Snip
Had I known what I was in store for, I may have rethought how my family and I were to spend our Sunday…and done something other than have my toddler receive her first haircut.
There were a few tears, lots of bribing, and, in the end, a lovely certificate that crystallized the entire experience: “First Haircut, Survived by Olivia and her parents.”
For others, however, survival came at a greater price. Though most of the kids at Kids Kuts (a hair salon devoted to all things children), were well mannered, there was one little boy whose reaction to having his hair trimmed mirrored someone experiencing an amputation, or worse (and more accurately) disembowelment.
He cried, he thrashed, he turned five different shades of crimson, and nothing, not even a fuzzy lollipop, could assuage the little malcontent. But here’s the rub: with all this drama, his mother was the one who actually seemed more pained. She uttered threats, stared anxiously at us, the other parents, and glared at him with absolute disgust.
So, to that mother, let me just say this: let him have his fit, it’s only a moment amid so many others. No one is judging you, deploring him, or doing anything other than secretly sighing with relief that their child is not the one making a scene (this time).
There were a few tears, lots of bribing, and, in the end, a lovely certificate that crystallized the entire experience: “First Haircut, Survived by Olivia and her parents.”
For others, however, survival came at a greater price. Though most of the kids at Kids Kuts (a hair salon devoted to all things children), were well mannered, there was one little boy whose reaction to having his hair trimmed mirrored someone experiencing an amputation, or worse (and more accurately) disembowelment.
He cried, he thrashed, he turned five different shades of crimson, and nothing, not even a fuzzy lollipop, could assuage the little malcontent. But here’s the rub: with all this drama, his mother was the one who actually seemed more pained. She uttered threats, stared anxiously at us, the other parents, and glared at him with absolute disgust.
So, to that mother, let me just say this: let him have his fit, it’s only a moment amid so many others. No one is judging you, deploring him, or doing anything other than secretly sighing with relief that their child is not the one making a scene (this time).
Jersey Couture
If you are a fan of Gymboree clothing, but have to spend as much time thinking of how you’re going to explain the bill to your husband as you do putting together an adorable outfit that effectively combines urban safari and this year’s color of spring (blue), then I have the answer for you…
Thanks to Vida the ever fabulous Friel for alerting me to a fantastic and more reasonable alternative to Gymboree: Crazy 8. Great clothes, greater prices, and the convenience of a nicely laid out website for those of us who love online shopping…
To check out the clothes, visit the Crazy 8 site at: www.Crazy8.com
Thanks to Vida the ever fabulous Friel for alerting me to a fantastic and more reasonable alternative to Gymboree: Crazy 8. Great clothes, greater prices, and the convenience of a nicely laid out website for those of us who love online shopping…
To check out the clothes, visit the Crazy 8 site at: www.Crazy8.com
Quote of the Day
"It kills you to see them grow up. But I guess it would kill you quicker if they didn't." ~Barbara Kingsolver, Animal Dreams
Picture of the Day
Sunday, February 24, 2008
The Votes Are In...
Clearly a testament to her "everywoman" demeanor, as well as the natural, loving care she shows for daughter, Violet, Jennifer Garner was chosen by half of voters as the mother they'd most like to befriend. Paparrazzi have captured countless images of mother and child at play on the swings, enjoying a stroll through the farmer's market, and always, it seems, happy and smiling. How much do you have to pay to see this two year old throw a good old fashioned temper tantrum!? At least it would help to confirm their appearance of being a normal family. I do suspect, however, that a few mother's desire to capitalize on the chance to hang out with Ben may have also weighed heavy on their choice.....hmmmmm.
Following far behind was Reese Witherspoon who also seems pseudo-normal and may have garnered support from the yoga crowd.
Also far behind, Heidi Klum came in third as another mom whose devotion to her children does not seem so staged, as revealed through her constant face painting and trips to the local parks.
My own choice, Jenny McCarthy, who'd would probably be a ton of laughs (especially if accompanied by her man, Jim Carrey) barely edged out Brittney Spears by one vote...something I am having a very hard time digesting.
AND who is the knucklehead who picked Ms. Spears?? Of the wiseacres I know who voted, those whose name rhymes with Smeckee and Sleannie are the likely suspects.
So...on to next week's vote!
Following far behind was Reese Witherspoon who also seems pseudo-normal and may have garnered support from the yoga crowd.
Also far behind, Heidi Klum came in third as another mom whose devotion to her children does not seem so staged, as revealed through her constant face painting and trips to the local parks.
My own choice, Jenny McCarthy, who'd would probably be a ton of laughs (especially if accompanied by her man, Jim Carrey) barely edged out Brittney Spears by one vote...something I am having a very hard time digesting.
AND who is the knucklehead who picked Ms. Spears?? Of the wiseacres I know who voted, those whose name rhymes with Smeckee and Sleannie are the likely suspects.
So...on to next week's vote!
What's Wrong With Us
In the latest issue of US Weekly, 68% of readers polled said that, if another Jessica Simpson reality show was aired, they would not watch it. In contrast, when asked if they would let Brittney Spears teach their children in a dance class, 55% said yes.
So, let me get this straight. A large majority are so offended by whatever it is Jessica Simpson has become, they would not view a show about her even though there's a good chance we'd get to see a lot more of Tony Romo (yum). BUT, it is acceptable for a known, and chronic substance abuser to instruct young children.
In the words of my disgusted husband, "This is what's wrong with America."
So, let me get this straight. A large majority are so offended by whatever it is Jessica Simpson has become, they would not view a show about her even though there's a good chance we'd get to see a lot more of Tony Romo (yum). BUT, it is acceptable for a known, and chronic substance abuser to instruct young children.
In the words of my disgusted husband, "This is what's wrong with America."
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