Monthly Archives: April 2010

Six Times Today.

Posted on April 29, 2010 by exmi

That’s all I have to say*. *see how he’s surreptiously flicking me the V right there?

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In Which I Am Totally Overwhelmed

Posted on April 29, 2010 by exmi

By big hearts. It takes a lot to impress me, a lot to even get me to bat my eyelashes. But you guys did it. I am amazed at how I’ve reached out, and there’s just been open hands and … Continue reading →

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In Which I Ask For Help

Posted on April 28, 2010 by exmi

I’ve had a terrible feeling all day. You know, that deep, uneasy feeling in your gut that just WONT go away? Well when my housekeeper called me a bit earlier, in tears, to tell me she wouldn’t be able to … Continue reading →

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Don’t Panic: It’s Only Man-Flu

Posted on April 28, 2010 by exmi

No matter what their age, men really seem to get ridiculously high-maintenance when they’re sick. My Kid currently has what I suspect is developing into a thonking case of bronchitis. There’s more phlegm and snot than I’ve ever seen, and … Continue reading →

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It Takes Two To DIY

Posted on April 26, 2010 by exmi

And there’s only *one* to enjoy it. The Boyfriend and I have worked hard this weekend on The Kid’s bedroom makeover. Still to do: 1. Paint over Spongebob mural. This involves first priming the wall with white paint and then … Continue reading →

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I Can’t Help It

Posted on April 23, 2010 by exmi

I really miss those blonde curls. Every single day I regret letting The Boyfriend cut The Kid’s hair. It might sound silly, but I think with those curls, he was perfect. Perfect little white-blonde curly-haired, blue-eyed, dimple-cheeked cherub of a … Continue reading →

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Rainy Days

Posted on April 22, 2010 by exmi

On account of how it’s Earth Day and everything, let’s talk about my favourite nature-shiz-related thing ever. Rainy days. 1. I love jeans and sneakers and warm scarves and cardigans. 2. I love waking up to the sound of rain … Continue reading →

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The Perfect Mix

Posted on April 21, 2010 by exmi

My Boyfriend and I couldn’t be any more different if we tried. In fact, it’s one of his biggest arguments with me. Apparently we have nothing in common, and (according to him, which is his opinion of what my opinion … Continue reading →

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I Wonder If Nigella Has A Big Bum….?

Posted on April 21, 2010 by exmi

I promised recipes. I know I did. So here’s one: 1. Cookies & Cream Cheesecake: Ingredients – 250g Tennis biscuits, halved (the original recipe called for chocolate biscuits, but my favourite part about cheesecake is the coconut biscuit crust) 125g … Continue reading →

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Ten For Tuesday

Posted on April 20, 2010 by exmi

Busy-ness aside, I have to make dinner shortly, so I only have time for a short post. For the sake of brevity, here’s a list of things in my world right now: 1. I ordered bedding for The Kid. It’s … Continue reading →

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