Monthly Archives: September 2011

the truth in comedy

Posted on September 29, 2011 by denise

Do you know why things are funny? I have often thought about this question…why are some things funny and others just not? Sometimes it’s the delivery, or how something is said, but mostly its what is said. And I have … Continue reading →

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the third level of hell

Posted on September 27, 2011 by denise

The third level of hell is reserved for those guilty of gluttony. I’m sure there will be a spot with my name on it unless I can kick my sugar habit. For all of you who think eating Halloween candy … Continue reading →

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planning a trip to paris

Posted on September 23, 2011 by denise

I need a dose of culture in my life and so I’m thinking of planning a trip to Paris for me and the girls. I’m also excited because some of the wonderful Austin moms that I write about here are … Continue reading →

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pinterest

Posted on September 22, 2011 by denise

Just when I thought there was nothing that could make me procrastinate more than I already do…I discovered Pinterest. My daughter has an account and the iphone app. When I asked her what it was, she told me, “It’s all … Continue reading →

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stacy bockholt – katoj personalized jewelry

Posted on September 20, 2011 by denise

I have seen lots of these great necklaces with personalized disks, but it always looks like a different necklace. That’s because it is different. You can customize them anyway you want. Usually people have the names of their kids or … Continue reading →

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a kick in the butt from jenni westerfeld

Posted on September 16, 2011 by denise

So I went out on a limb and confessed that I was starting Body for Life on Monday. I did what all the diet articles tell you to do – make yourself accountable, get support, set yourself up to succeed. … Continue reading →

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finding your tribe

Posted on September 14, 2011 by denise

I have lived in several cities, thanks to my husband’s job. We moved to Columbus, Cincinnati, Dallas, Houston, LA, Phoenix, San Diego and finally Austin. Some of the places I got to know people, some I didn’t. I don’t know … Continue reading →

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body for life

Posted on September 12, 2011 by denise

It’s exactly 12 weeks until my birthday – the day I’m going to watch Sherlock Holmes 2, be a year older, and hopefully a year wiser. So why not a size or 2 smaller? Since September is my time to … Continue reading →

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10 years later

Posted on September 11, 2011 by denise

Thanks to Jenni Westerfeld for reminding me about this commercial. Is there any animal more noble than a horse? A fitting tribute to the people who lost their lives on that day, ten years ago. Heros…all of them. I hope … Continue reading →

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dash for dad

Posted on September 9, 2011 by denise

My friend Diane Baker has organized an event called “Dash for Dad” to raise money to fight prostate cancer. I love passionate people, and Diane is one of those dynamic women that make you say, “How the hell does she … Continue reading →

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get your martha on

Posted on September 8, 2011 by denise

From the moment I saw her first show in 1994, I’ve had a full-on girl crush on Martha Stewart. That woman thinks of everything! Well, except how to get acquitted by a jury. But whether you need an Allen wrench … Continue reading →

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dior at dillard’s

Posted on September 7, 2011 by denise

I recently met the rep for Dior who covers all the Dillard’s stores in Austin, Angela Bradshaw-Armstrong, and her very cute friend, Crystal Smith. Lucky me, right? She gave me some info on some products that sound beyond amazing, so I’m going to … Continue reading →

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