Monthly Archives: August 2008

Birthday Cake for the Girl

Posted on August 5, 2008 by marijean

I took a break from pie and drifted over to the land of cake. The girl requested banana cake and I decided to get fancy with it and make fondant. It turned out pretty well — a pale blue (that … Continue reading →

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Letters for my son: 14 days ’til college

Posted on August 5, 2008 by marijean

Advice for the college freshman — I give you (drumroll, please) the Freshman Ten: Don’t consume alcoholic beverages. Not only is it illegal to drink under the age of 21, it’s also, um, a sin! And immoral (leading you to lie, … Continue reading →

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What to do when you have a smelly co-worker

Posted on August 4, 2008 by marijean

I have a friend* who is suffering from a co-worker with tremendously bad body odor. This person’s odor is so bad, it’s legendary. It’s the kind of B.O. that stays behind after the co-worker has gone home for the day. … Continue reading →

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Letters for my son: 15 days ’til college

Posted on August 4, 2008 by marijean

Dorm room supplies purchased. Check. Shots updated and record faxed to university health. Check. School supplies purchased. Check. Except for rubberbands. Why on earth do you need rubberbands? One navy blue sportjacket (required by the university) purchased, being tailored and … Continue reading →

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Working Moms Saving Money

Posted on August 3, 2008 by marijean

I was interviewed recently for a piece in a national women’s magazine about ways working moms are saving money. I have some cost-cutting measures of my own and with gas prices and a kid headed to college, am thinking more … Continue reading →