Monthly Archives: December 2010

My word for the New Year: Mindful {and the story that goes with it}

Posted on December 31, 2010 by elizabeth

You live, he observes, like the Israelites fleeing Egypt: always in a state of readiness, ready to decamp at a moment’s notice, loins girded, a wary eye cast over your shoulder. I think about this. The description fits. Except he’s … Continue reading →

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Now that the holidays are almost over, can we get back to our romantic dates at the gas station?

Posted on December 28, 2010 by elizabeth

When we sold our minivan and became a one-car family, I dreaded all sorts of inconvenience and headache, hassle and endless logistical challenges. It’s been nearly three weeks and instead of massive frustration, something quite unexpectedly pleasant has happened: I’m … Continue reading →

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To Your Own Parenting Self Be True

Posted on December 27, 2010 by elizabeth

A few weeks ago, one of the twins had a meltdown in a coffee shop. She wanted something–I forget what–a chocolate bar? a baked good?–and I said no. She fell to the floor and wailed. She beat her delicate, little … Continue reading →

Posted in Childbearing, Parenting--toughest job out there | 37 Comments

Twappy Twolidays from a Twitter lover!

Posted on December 27, 2010 by elizabeth

My column for the OC Register this week is a tribute to my love affair with Twitter. Read and Retweet?

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Merry Christmas!

Posted on December 25, 2010 by elizabeth

Merry Christmas, Season’s Greetings, Happy Holidays and Happy Everything to all my lovely readers and friends! May your days be merry and bright. xo. EE.

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I got syndicated on BlogHer!

Posted on December 24, 2010 by elizabeth

Santa came one day early for me! One of my posts has been syndicated on BlogHer! Yipeee! You might have already read this at my blog, but if not, go check out Santa Killerz: a handy guide to dealing with … Continue reading →

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A “Real” Housewife of Orange County Shares Her Top 3 Tips for Surviving the Holidays

Posted on December 22, 2010 by elizabeth

1. Remember, your personal assistant exists to make YOU look good (but don’t let anyone know that). Say things like: I got all my Christmas letters fixed up and mailed off the day after Thanksgiving! Of course, this was only possible … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in The OC, SmartAssery, Societal Commentary | 9 Comments

When Christmas is a grief anniversary {Guest Post at (in)courage!}

Posted on December 21, 2010 by elizabeth

The grief hit me yesterday and as usual, I was blindsided. I wrote this piece a month ago as a way to remind myself not to give up when the darkness arrives. Today, the kind women at (in)courage are running … Continue reading →

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Dear Mark Zuckerberg, can we be friends???

Posted on December 20, 2010 by elizabeth

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg was named TIME magazine’s Person of the Year 2010. Great. Juuuuuust great. Now I’m all kinds of confused and intrigued, compelled and fascinated. I know Mark Zuckerberg rarely grants interviews, and probably especially NOT to lowly … Continue reading →

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Christmas Tour of my Home! {pics! happiness! JOY!}

Posted on December 17, 2010 by elizabeth

Welcome to my home! I always appreciate a welcoming entry, don’t you? I think it sets the stage and builds anticipation for what’s inside. This year I hung a hand-decorated garland above my front door and placed mini-Christmas trees on … Continue reading →

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