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Tomorrow is March 1st? That is BANANAS. Where did February go?

Crazy Almonds

My Sweet Hubby (MSH) sometimes watches Grey's Anatomy with me. It's not really by his choice. Mostly it happens when I refuse to watch one more second of his "Man" shows. I refuse to wait until he's gone to bed (This time varies. It's anywhere between 8:00 and 9:30 p.m. CST.) to watch my DVRed shows. Like Grey's. So he gets stuck in a situation where he's not quite ready to hit the hay but I've taken over the TV.

Since this happens about every sixth or seventh Grey's episode, he starts with his silly questions. Like he's never seen this show. In however many years it's been on. Is it ten? And like he doesn't secretly like it.

Who is that? What kind of doctor is she? Who does he go with? Don't you think this is a little unrealistic?

I'm forced to try to be polite and answer as honestly, but as fast, as I can. So as not to have to PAUSE too long.

This is the conversaton that happened last Friday evening. When I finally got a chance to confiscate the remote from his paws, settle into my corner of the couch, and get my hankie ready. Because I always cry. Every single show. It's what I do.

MSH: What's the name of this show? (Seriously? He was just trying to annoy me so I'd decide to wait to watch it later. Didn't work.)

ELC: Grey's Anatomy.

MSH: What? (It's hard to hear answers to your questions when you've failed to remember to remove the headphones you have on. Headphones that are turned up all the way to the loudest setting.)

ELC: Grey's Anatomy.

MSH: Crazy Almond?

I looked over at his precious little face and sweetly said:

Yes. Yes, that's what I said, My Sweet Hubby. Crazy Almond.

Then I gently suggested he move along: Why don't you go watch the television in our bedroom? That way you don't have to watch this Crazy Almond show.

Sigh.

Here's hoping you have hours and hours of uninterrupted viewing of YOUR favourite shows this week!

smooches and hugs!

Oscar

The Grouch. That’s what I know about. Rather than the Oscar associated with The Academy Awards.

I saw not one of the movies nominated last night. For anything. I repeat—not one. (TLC? Even less than one! She hasn't had time to think about watching a movie on TV. Much less see one in an actual theatre. Something about falling asleep if she sits down for more than five minutes.) I’m pretty sure I've always seen at least one or two of the movies nominated for Best Picture. Since I was about 10 years old. Zero for 2012. Sigh.

Oddly, I found that I enjoyed the ceremony for what it always is: Fashion. Celebrities (crazy though some of them seriously are). Jokes. Music. Surprises. Etc.

And I did miss about thirty minutes of if—apparently. During the third hour (which, by the way, is an hour TOO LONG—sheesh), I must have dozed for a bit. I missed the “In Memoriam” and Barbra Striesand. Not sure what else. I only realized this as I listened, for a few minutes this morning, to the GMA Peeps discussing that part of the ceremonies. Silly me, too, because I had DVRed it. I could have played it back to see what that was all about. Alas, I deleted it as soon as the show was over. For me that was midnight—CST. Because, of course, I didn’t know how long I’d been “out.” (How does that happen, you might ask? Well, if you’re pausing the show a lot, you lose track of the time. Yes, I was aware that I’d drifted off…just didn’t know until midnight how long I’d been visiting Dreamland!)

I thought Seth did a pretty good job. Some of his jokes were offensive. They were meant to be, of course. Some had me laughing out loud. I was entranced when Charlize and Channing were dancing. WOWZER. Who knew she was that fabulous? And Channing? DOUBLE WOWZER. That’s all. Just TRIPLE WOWZER.

Having now seen (most of) the winners, I’m not sure there are a lot of those movies I’ll try to watch. Can’t do Zero Dark Thirty or Argo. I know that without a doubt. Too violent. Especially when I know they're based on the truth (or the basic truth of history). Life of Pi? Hmmm. I’m still not quite sure what that one's about. If that tiger dies? Nope. Can’t do that one either.

I think I’m pretty much left with Silver Linings Playbook. And Lincoln. (Yes. Lincoln could be violent. However, the history can supercede my fears and I can watch it once. No more. Just once.) Daniel Day Lewis? Here you go—another WOWZER. He is an amazing actor. Person. Sooo charming and…well…sweet. Could he have been any more incredible in Last of the Mohicans? Nope. (How could I watch that violent movie, you might ask? I don’t know. I truly don’t know. But I have seen it at least four times. Never fails to tear me up. My only explanation: Daniel makes it all worthwhile.)

Here’s hoping each of you has a Marvelous Monday, Wherever in the World you are!!!

9 Yummies

TGIF!

I wanted to share with y'all 9 of my current favourite things. In the words of Nicki Minaj: I'm OBSESSED.

Here we go (and in no particular order):

1. Aveeno Pure Renewal Dry Shampoo
As a new Mom, showers have become a luxury. Because of this, my hair may not always be as "fresh" as I would prefer. Enter the Aveeno Dry Shampoo. It quickly revives my locks and smells delightful, too!

2. L'Oreal Voluminous False Fiber Lashes Mascara
This was a recent impulse purchase by ELC as she was browsing Target. (And a magnificent one it was!) It thickens without clumping.

3. Crest 3D White Luxe Glamorous White Toothpaste
I'll admit: I originally purchased this toothpaste because of the name. Yes, I fell victim to their "glamorous" marketing strategy. But this toothpaste is actually and truly yummy. It whitens and brightens and the flavor gives your breath quite a zing!

4.  Drew Barrymore's Flower Lipstick in "Get to the Poinsettia"
I love Drew Barrymore. I think she is a DOLL. I was super excited to try her new makeup line, Flower. I'm always in search of the perfect red lipstick, and I think I may have finally found my shade. (Flower can be purchased at your local Walmart -- aka: Hellmart.)

5. bareMinerals Tinted Mineral Veil
One of my sisters-in-law gifted this to me for my birthday. I love it. It's a great finishing touch to my makeup routine. It helps give my complexion an almost airbrushed quality. (And I can use all the help I can get.)

6. Sonic CZ with Lime
Move over Coke Zero with Vanilla -- there's a new girl in town. Love.

7. Dove Sea Salt Caramel Dark Chocolates
Oh, my. One word: DIVINE. Okay, four more words: KNOCK YOUR SOCKS OFF.

8. Mediterranean Chicken Sandwiches from Potbelly
Do y'all remember how truly obsessed I was with Potbelly sandwiches when I was pregnant with Little Leighton? Rest assured, that obsession has only grown stronger with their newest creation. This sammich has FETA. And HUMMUS. It's incredible.

9. Frye "Carson" Patent Leather Flats
I splurged and used Christmas money and a gift card to Nordstrom to purchase these. I haven't regretted it once. They are fabulous. Comfy. Chic. And the bright blue hue has me dreaming of Spring. This just might be my most favourite shoe purchase to date.

Do y'all have any fun new Yummies you would like to share?