What’s in a Name?

Posted on May 5, 2012 by

I’ve been planning for furniture for Regan’s room for a couple of months.  I found what I wanted pretty quickly, but I had to wait to buy it until I had the funds.  Did you know they actually don’t let you buy things on charm and good looks?  Crazy, I know.

Last week I finally went in to purchase it and I was so excited.  I decided on a pretty set from a local budget-friendly chain.  On the day I decided to make the purchase, I went to a different location than the one I had originally visited.

The sales person that greeted me had the same name as someone I have an extreme distaste for.  She was super friendly and showed me to the bedroom set I was interested in.  Immediately I felt different about the purchase.  The set didn’t look as nice as it did the first time I saw it.  The knobs on the dressers weren’t as sturdy.  And when the sales person touch the bed with her foot and it scuffed immediately, I knew I wouldn’t be making that purchase.

When I left I decided to go across the street to a more expensive furniture store.  I didn’t think I could afford Regan’s bedroom furniture there, but I wanted to compare what they had to what I was now turning down my nose to make sure I wasn’t overreacting.

The sales lady that greeted me had the same name as my dear friend Disco Diva.  I know you might think it’s weird, but that immediately put me at ease.  I asked her to show me youth furniture in white and when she took me to the set I loved it immediately.   I could totally picture my baby sleeping on it for years to come.

In the end, the cost of everything with tax and delivery came to only a couple of hundred dollars more, but the difference in quality in insurmountable.

Regan’s furniture was delivered a few days later.  After the delivery guys left, I stood in her room and got a little teary-eyed.  It made me so happy to create her own little special space.

She absolutely loves it.  I think she really gets that it’s just for her!  I’m really looking forward to decorating it and making it special according to her personality.

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Bob’s Friend

Posted on May 1, 2012 by

A couple of month’s ago I was walking through the cafeteria at work and I saw I guy I once knew.  We hung out in the same circles and had been at some of the same parties.  This was back when I was youngerthinnerprettier and could manage to stay up past 11pm on a school night.

I couldn’t remember his name, but I walked over anyway to say hello. 

Babs: Hey, aren’t you Bob’s friend?
Dude: (looking around nervously) Yeah.
Babs: I’m Babs, we met a few times through Bob.
Dude: (looking like he didn’t want to talk to me) Oh, okay

At that point I could tell that he didn’t want to be bothered with me.  He was sitting with coworkers and wasn’t acting the least bit friendly.  I don’t know if he thought I was trying to flirt with him or if he is just rude by nature, but I quickly said goodbye and went back to my lunch.  It wasn’t that serious, but I was a bit annoyed that he was giving me the cold shoulder for no good reason.  What happened to folks just being friendly?

Now, here’s the thing, later on I realized that he is not Bob’s friend.  I still know him, but through someone else at work.  So why did he say he was Bob’s friend?  And why was he acting weird?

Who knows and who cares.  I honestly hadn’t given the whole scene a second thought.

Until I saw him jogging on my street this morning.

 

 

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Smitten

Posted on April 29, 2012 by

This relationship has been going on for a little more than a year.  At first it was a little rocky.  It was new territory for me and I didn’t know how to handle it.  Then it got good.  Great even.  Then the newness of it wore off and I was once again in unchartered territory.  But we hung in there.  Through the good and the bad.  And now I can honestly say it’s the best it’s ever been.

I am totally and completely in love with my hair!   I love the color and the curls and the shape.  I am excited about the future of my hair because I know it is only going to get better.  I have always seen myself with this style.  Even in my early 20s, and now I finally have it.

When I saw my mom a couple of weeks ago she said that this is the best my hair has ever looked in my whole entire life.  If you know my mom, you know that is quite the compliment.  She’s not about natural hair.

If you are transitioning, or perhaps still trying to get into your natural groove, hang in there.  Find styles and products that work for you and your hair.  Remember, everything won’t work for everybody.

Don’t believe me?  Remember my failed twist outs?

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Shades of Purple

Posted on April 25, 2012 by

I don’t think I ever updated you all on the paint color I went with for Regan’s bathroom.  I went with color number 2. 

It was quite a step out of my color comfort zone, and I’m sure I’ll get tired of it sooner rather than later, but for now I like it.  It’s quite different than the rest of the house.  And I found a cute stool for Regan that matches perfectly.

I still need to find something for the wall over the toilet, otherwise that room is complete.  Next week I’ll update you on the guest room.

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Love at First Smell

Posted on April 23, 2012 by

Last week, while en route to Ohio, I stopped at my favorite store for gas and a stretch break.  I knew I needed conditioner so I planned on picking up one of my cheap staples.  I was suprised to see a few “better” brands and put one in my basket.  Then I noticed the prettiest little bottle sitting on the shelf.

I wasn’t going to get it.  At $10 for 8 ounces, I wasn’t really trying to experiment with something new without doing a bit of research.  But I’m a girl and easily persuaded by pretty things, so I bought it.

Love&Toast Rich Conditioner contains no parabens, sulfates and all that other stuff you naturals are obsessed with.  There is a whole line of “good” hair and beauty products, but I tried just this one.

The next morning I cowashed my hair and I was overcome by the smell.  I can’t even describe it, except to say that it’s fresh and floral and sweet.   I couldn’t stop inhaling.  And the best part is I could smell it all day long.  I asked my mom if she thought it smelled good and she agreed.

Now, as far as the conditioner goes, I do like it.  It’s a little thinner than I like my conditioners to be, but I still managed to detangle and cowash each morning.  The bottle lasted me a week, by using it every other day. 

I’ll definitely buy it again.  I have to.  I’m obsessed with the smell.  It will be a treat, like a bottle of wine or s’mores ice cream. 

Hopefully I can find it in Atlanta.  Otherwise I’ll order it online.  I peeped it on amazon and a few other sites.

Necessary Legalities:  I was in no way compensated for writing this post.  I purchased my own product.  All views expressed are my own.

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What Weekends Are Made Of

Posted on April 22, 2012 by

After the week that I had and the subsequent road trip from hell, this weekend is just what I needed.  I stayed in those streets and probably only cleared 5% of my DVR, but it was well worth it.

Saturday, DiscoDiva and I did lunch and a musical.  I chose Vortex because minors are not allowed, so I can never go there with baby.   My burger was yum.  I got a bbq, bacson cheeseburger and it totally rocked my world.  So did the fruity concoction that I selected.

After lunch we headed to the Alliance Theater to see “Ghost Brothers of Darkland County.”  I was super excited to be seeing ANY live theater, but DiscoDiva and Keyalus had gotten me really excited to see this particular show.  Honestly, it was just okay.  I would have liked it more if it didn’t have any music in it.  The storyline was good and I liked the staging and special effects, but the songs seemed forced and out of place.

Oh, and I was suprised to see the Idol formerly known as Just.in Gu.arini starring in it.  I was doublely surprised to find that he was muy guapo and quite sexual.  When did that happen???

After the show we met up with Rehab and her super handsome and super cuddly son.  We headed to the Dogwood Festival.  I haven’t been in a few years and I’m so glad we went.  I almost feel bad for not taking baby.  She would have lost her mind with the food and rides and people watching.  I enjoyed a corn dog and a tasty lemonade made with freshly squeezed lemons and iced tea vodka.  Yeaaaaahhhhhh booyyyyyyy!

On Sunday I ran a few errands and met up with Disco Diva for an early showing of “Think Like a Man.”  I wasn’t expecting much, I admit, but that movie was so damn funny!  I could totally see it again.  I really enjoyed it.  If you haven’t checked it out, please do.  You will not be disappointed.

Now I am preparing for what is sure to be a busy week, but that’s okay because next weekend brings more fun.  I love festival season in Atlanta!

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The Hunt Continues

Posted on April 22, 2012 by

Okay, this Easter egg hunt thing is out of control.  Our Lord is dead and risen and my family is still hiding Easter eggs for their own sick amusement.

We thought my grandmother would enjoy watching Regan hunt for eggs, and I spent way too much money on that dress to only be worn once, so we dressed her up and let her run wild in the yard.  Unfortunately, she was more interested in playing with this plastic ball then hunting for eggs for the third time.

Maybe it has something to do with the fact that the eggs were filled with wheat thins?

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Baby, I’m Back!

Posted on April 21, 2012 by

Well, we finally made it back.  It was, what can be described as, the world’s longest 7 hour trip, but we are back.  For those of you who haven’t had the pleasure, 11 hours in the car with a toddler is no joy ride.  But my baby took it like a champ.

Can we pause this flow to praise God for technology?  I seriously am so thankful that I live in an era where it is commonplace to have a smartphone, GPS, Satellite Radio and a portable DVD player.  Mickey and Elmo and all the homies kept baby entertained in the back.  Pandora and my soulful house radio kept me calm in the front.  And when we were SITTING on the highway for long periods of time, I was able to tweet and get on FB and even play a couple of rounds of those big headed birds.

Now we are home and I am happy.  Well, I am sad to leave my grandma, but I am happy to be amongst my things.  To sleep in my bed.  To watch television!

And I missed you, good people of blogland.  I have a million posts running through my head.  So let me get to writing…

 

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I’ll Be Back

Posted on April 16, 2012 by

Hey blogland.  I’m taking a short break to deal with some familial stuff this week.  I shall return in a few days with plenty of tomfoolery and musings on motherhood.

Be easy.

Oh, and if you are a praying person, I’d appreciate it if you’d lift my grandmother up.

XOXOXO

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The New South

Posted on April 11, 2012 by

Last night I stopped at the store to buy some vegetables for that baby.  I was standing in the self checkout line.  As you may have experienced in self checkout, you form one line and wait for the next available station.  So I was standing there, clearly waiting, and these two dudes came and stood next to one of the registers.  As the woman finished up and walked away, they proceeded to put their stuff down so they could check out.  Homey don’t play that.  I politely informed them that I was next in line.

“Oh, there’s a line?”

Yeah, dude.  And I’m first.  And the sexually ambiguous chick behind me is next then YOU get to go.  They got a little mouthy and said something about “ladies going first” which was dumb because my gender had nothing to do with it.  I was next in line!  But even if I wasn’t, what happened to men being gentlemen and letting a lady go first?

These new crop of men are a trip.  Selfish.  Rude.  They (and I am speaking in general terms) don’t hold doors, don’t let women off of elevators first, and now they have taken to bumrushing checkout lines at the market.  Just trifling!

Last month when I was in Charlotte, I stopped to get gas on my way out of town.  I witnessed a young, black couple pull up in a nearly new Mercedes.  The woman was driving.  And, get this, she got out and pumped the gas while homey sat in the passenger seat chillin.  I was disgusted.  What kind of man let’s a woman pump her own gas?

Okay, maybe my views are a bit archaic.  And maybe dude had a broken leg and couldn’t get out of the car.  But c’mon, you know he didn’t.

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