Category Archives: Women

The Marriage Barf

Posted on May 20, 2010 by Shannon

I don’t normally watch the Marriage Ref – I’ve only seen part of one episode before tonight. But after the finales of NBC’s Thursday night line up, I kept the TV on tonight. I didn’t really watch the story of … Continue reading →

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These things that sit on my chest

Posted on April 8, 2010 by Shannon

Quick update on my breast situation.* I slept for the first time without a bra last night! The last time I tried it, a couple weeks ago, it was still too uncomfortable. It was the one thing that was still … Continue reading →

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Good news! (and a complaint)

Posted on March 8, 2010 by Shannon

Good news! No cancer! My doctor’s office finally called back this morning. The Giraffe was upset that they didn’t call immediately last week, but I chose to believe what Angiela said—if it was bad news, they’d make a point to … Continue reading →

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You always come through for me

Posted on February 24, 2010 by Shannon

I’m taking your advice! I’m getting the biopsy. I don’t think I ever doubted that I would – with a history of breast cancer in my family, I knew I couldn’t take the risk of not having it done. But … Continue reading →

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Above the waist

Posted on February 23, 2010 by Shannon

Well, I had my first mammogram today. That’s not what I was expecting when I started my day, but that’s where I ended up. With my left boob smashed between two plastic plates. I’ll tell you how I got there, … Continue reading →

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This is nothing more than an obnoxious rant, but I had to write it out so it wasn’t stewing in my head anymore

Posted on February 17, 2010 by Shannon

Switching jobs can be a pain in the ass for many reasons, but the one I hate the most right now is having to switch health insurance coverage. Here’s my saga: – I started the job in early December. – … Continue reading →

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It’s not quite the same

Posted on January 19, 2010 by Shannon

Emily [while handing Brady over to me]: Doesn’t he just make you want to have one? Me: Actually, yes. But of course I didn’t mean that I actually wanted to have a baby. I’ve always wanted to adopt, and I … Continue reading →

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Working women

Posted on November 18, 2009 by Shannon

Resume coaching went fine. Phew! I think it’s mostly because you guys said it would and you’re usually right. So thanks for that. I only had one client last night, but we were able to spend over an hour working … Continue reading →

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Boots and boobs

Posted on November 14, 2009 by Shannon

We had another baby shower for my sister today. As soon as I got out of the car at the party my sister said, “Cute boots. You never wear heels.” I was wearing heeled ankle boots (super cute ones I … Continue reading →

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Ultimatum

Posted on October 9, 2009 by Shannon

If you’re sick of ‘hearing’ me ‘talk’ about the last name topic, that’s ok. But if not, you should read about the last name ultimatum I heard live on the radio this morning. Crazy stuff. [Want to read more on … Continue reading →

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Sexy whatever

Posted on October 7, 2009 by Shannon

Halloween: a time for girls to dress up as sexy versions of any and all things. We all know that Halloween, for many girls, is just an excuse to wear very little clothing and call it a sexy kitten or … Continue reading →

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My mom: a story of reproductive rights

Posted on September 4, 2009 by Shannon

I always knew that my mom got pregnant more than once while on birth control — twice with a diaphragm and once on the pill. But the part of the story that I just found out is that her doctor … Continue reading →

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I have news

Posted on August 26, 2009 by Shannon

I’m getting married! I can’t believe how my life has changed in the last year. I never expected to meet anyone so soon after feeling so heartbroken, and when I signed up for match.com in November, I didn’t really believe … Continue reading →

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Women these days, geez! Breaking all those traditions and crap!

Posted on August 18, 2009 by Shannon

You should probably know I hate men, I’m a liberal bitch and I’m a closet lesbian. Continue reading →

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You’re under arrest for keeping your name

Posted on August 13, 2009 by Shannon

I’ve made it well known here that I plan to keep my last name when I get married, and I admit, I wish more women would do the same. But I respect the decisions any individual makes about his or … Continue reading →

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