Many people find it surprising that my biggest supporters initially are men. "Aren't you a mom blog?" Well yes, this is a mom blog but it's usually dads who get excited. I attended the Oakland Museum Fundraising Gala last year and the dad sitting next to me explained that he'd ...
Hot guys remind me to examine my breasts
When was the last time you gave yourself a breast exam? Serious, when? If you're like me, you can't remember. To be honest, I've become a little desensitized and overwhelmed with the whole "pink ribbon" movement, largely because of the over-saturation of products. Sure they raise ...
Cherish the Moments
I remember the day this photo was taken. As a new, and somewhat overprotective, mother I rarely left the house with my baby girl. My mother and grandmother came for a visit. I really didn't want to see anyone, let alone take pictures. My boobs were swollen and leaking, my roots were ...
Too small or too big: Which is better?
This Christmas I received two beautiful shirts, one from my mother and one from my mother-in-law, coincidentally both abstract leopard print. The one from my mother was too small, the one from my mother-in-law, too big. I was naturally flattered by the smaller size purchased by my ...
Fancy Pants for the New Year
New Year's Eve is almost here! Why not change up your usual New Year's attire and opt for dress pants this year? I know dress pants have gotten a bad rap in years past as out-of-date, old-fashioned, grandmother-of-the-bride, old lady staples but they are making a modern comeback in a ...