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You know I named this blog “momsaidwhat” as a nod to my mom, the Captain, who is quite possibly the most straightforward, straight shootin’ human being I have ever encountered. She can’t lie. When she tries to sugarcoat or tactfully dress up her honest … Continue reading →

Posted on May 9, 2012 by momsaidwhat | Leave a comment

Taking Back Tuesday #5: Singing in the Rain

Posted on May 8, 2012 by momsaidwhat

Ever notice the magnetic draw that a puddle of water has on a child?  It’s as if they have absolutely no bodily control over their little legs when they’re in any proximity to a puddle; like they’ve been possessed by … Continue reading →

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Nothing Wrong with Getting Yourself a Nice College Degree

Posted on May 7, 2012 by momsaidwhat

On Mondays, I write about whatever pops into my head during the dreaded first commute of the week.  Today, the entirety of my morning commute was wrapped in a goofy, ear to ear grin.  Smiling away like a Cheshire cat. … Continue reading →

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HVAC Hero

Posted on May 4, 2012 by momsaidwhat

This morning when the elevator doors opened to our department’s floor, a wash of hot, sticky, lifeless air smacked me in the face, and I immediately broke into a full body sweat. It’s only May. Clearly, Houston, we have a … Continue reading →

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My Baaaaaaaaaaaaaaby

Posted on May 2, 2012 by momsaidwhat

A friend, whose granddaughter shares a birthday with Jeffrey, just sent me a picture.  I was shocked by how much her granddaughter had changed in the past 16 months.  She was like a grown woman.  It forced me to take … Continue reading →

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Taking Back Tuesday #4: SHUT IT DOWN

Posted on May 1, 2012 by momsaidwhat

It’s my fourth week of “Taking Back Tuesday,” so I’ve decided to institute a little media blackout this evening for the sake of my own mental and emotional wellbeing.  I’ve been catching myself watching way too much evening news coverage, … Continue reading →

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The Zen of the Morning Commute

Posted on April 30, 2012 by momsaidwhat

Another fine Monday here in Pittsburgh, PA.  You know what that means:  let the work week commence; let the hellacious commute on Route 28 begin; let the curse words and/or gestures fly…or not? This morning, I took the high road.  I … Continue reading →

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To Nanny or Not???

Posted on April 27, 2012 by momsaidwhat

I know how I’m answering. It’s me versus my sister-in-law Audrey at http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/958149/mom-blogger-face-off-would-you-bring-a-nanny-on-your-family-vacation Can you guess who has FOUR boys????

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You Know the Dream Where You Show Up to Work Naked…

Posted on April 25, 2012 by momsaidwhat

So, I sit on this fantastic neighborhood board, chock full of fine, upstanding professionals and community leaders whom I very much admire.  I’m the newest board member, so my friendships within the group are still relatively new. Last night was … Continue reading →

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Taking Back Tuesday: I Dove® Running

Posted on April 24, 2012 by momsaidwhat

It’s Tuesday, so you know what I’m going to do?  I’m “Taking Back” blasé Tuesday by going for a lunchtime run. Please. I don’t want to come off as some kind of hero, a disciplined soldier who makes no exceptions, … Continue reading →

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