Jim Gaffigan tickets
We have a pair for the 7:30 show this Friday night we're trying to get rid of; let me know if you're interested! You can e-mail me at krj_ram @ yahoo.com.
View ArticleRecommend a getaway
I am in desperate need of a getaway! DH and I would like to go somewhere within the next month but it has to be within driving distance for a two night stay. It just needs to be a great place to...
View ArticleWW Magazine for $4 per year - Expires soon
Here's a deal for WW magazine for $4/year. I think it normally runs for $14 per year. It's for 6 issues per year. This link says the deal was supposed to expire at 3am today. However, I was able to get...
View ArticleIdeas for mom birthday lunch
I need menu ideas: I thought my bro's family and us could save some money this year if we had mom's birthday lunch at my house instead of going out to eat. But I'm not sure what to make -- has to be...
View ArticleHarris Teeter Express lane users--do you tip?
I never think of this until I'm sitting there waiting for them to bring out my groceries, and I never have cash so I just feel dumb. But should I be tipping the people who bring out the groceries?It's...
View ArticleAnone else at work today?
I'm so bored! There are things I could do, but...it's Monday and I don't wanna :P What should we do to entertain ourselves today?
View Article*MrsHabious*
did you see this African safari groupon? if you decide to get it, please use my link: http://www.groupon.com/r/uu751170 details on groupon here:...
View Article**schy** re work and blog reader
I'm assuming my company uses the same outdated version of IE as yours. Google and/or my comapny change something every week or so and sometimes the reader does work with no explanation as to what...
View ArticleQOTD - Tuesday
Sorry I forgot to post yesterday! Feb. 21: On this day in 1927, Erma Bombeck was born. Before the Internet, her monthly ?Good Housekeeping? column was the closest thing to a blog I ever read. What is...
View ArticleDownton! (spoilers inside)
I don't know whether I'm SO VERY HAPPY that mary & matthew are getting married or annoyed that the story line is over. Although, if something happens where they don't get married now, I'll be even...
View ArticleRecommend an ENT (NOVA)
Hi ladies! I'm looking for an ear, nose, and throat specialist in NOVA. Is there anyone that you recommend? TIA! ETA: I'm going for sinus issues.
View ArticleHouse buying frustrations
My fiance and I are in the process of looking for a new house in the DC metro area. I'm finding the entire process much more stressful and frustrating than I expected. There are a lot of foreclosures...
View ArticleWhich would you do?
DH wants to have a "we'll be here, come if you want" type bday party at a bar. He suggested Bethesda, but where we would go (Union Jack's) is a bit of a hike from the metro, so I suggested we have it...
View ArticlePersonal emails on resumes
I am reviewing a resume for a friend. Her personal email is something like [her career field] xpert at gmail or [her career field] diva at gmail. This seems unprofessional to me. The "expert" or...
View Articlelunch before a show with a 5 yr old (recs)
i am procrastinating today. but i am taking belle to see beauty and the beast in june. its 2 pm show. any thoughts on metro accessible places to take her thats kid friendly (and mama hates chinese) and...
View ArticleQOTD - Wednesday
Feb. 22: On this day in 1879, Frank Woolworth opened the first "Five Cent Store? in Utica, N.Y. I loved these stores as a kid because even with little cash I could find some fun treasures. In...
View ArticleFellow Feds: great customer service from Fedloan servicing re: student loan...
For my fellow Feds who may also have their eye on applying to have some portion of their student loans forgiven in October 2017... I have gotten great customer service from the folks at Fedloan who are...
View ArticleQuestion re: applying for a new jobs and telework
There is a job that is going to open at my agency that is one grade level up from my current job. It's a job that I could do well, though I'm not sure I would LOVE it the way I love my current job...
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stepping outside of my comfort zone
I like to think I dress decently. Probably not too stylishly, but I'm professional and tend to wear clothes that are somewhat flattering (well, as flattering as they can be to my slightly overweight...
View Articlei openly admit....I can't do it all
i gave up yesterday trying to jam work, working out, eating right and volunteer stuff all in one day and feeling guilty about letting one or more things drop. this is a huge milestone for me. i just...
View ArticleAnyone Doing Lent? If so, What are You Giving Up?
I am a slacker Catholic, but I think I am going to do Lent. I am thinking of giving up either bread/pasta or chocolate.....
View Articlewow..so im pregnant
Its sort of surreal after dealing with a miscarriage a year ago. I'm going to my doc later this week. Totally thought I was pooped due to school and work but decided to take a test. I'm happy but...
View ArticleMoving to DC area this summer: rec's for where to live?
DH and I are moving to DC this summer. I'll be working in the Shady Grove area. DH is still looking for jobs, but does Biotech, so will likely be in the Rockville/Gaithersburg region as well. We are...
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Google Offers: Ah Love Oil & Vinegar
I remember some of you ladies were talking about Ah Love Oil & Vinegar in Shirlington. It's one of today's Google Offers (like Groupon). It's $12 for a $24 gift certificate. No referral link with...
View Articleworking with an architect
We have grand ideas for our house. We want to make our 3rd bedroom bigger (barely fits a twin bed and dresser right now), which means bumping out the back of our house. This would expand or add to the...
View ArticleI need some perspective.
Ok, we know I don't have kids. One of my friends just acquired a "tummy tub" and she is going on and on about how amazing it is, and how it mimicks the womb, and suggesting to a bunch of people to get...
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Aww: I am starting a new job!
So the reason I couldn't go to the Nest GTG a few weeks ago is because I was interviewing with another firm. After a follow-up interview and going back and forth, I got the offer and accepted! I...
View ArticleQOTD Thursday
Feb. 23: On this day in 1896, the Tootsie Roll rolled into stores in America. As tasty as Tootsie Rolls are, all I can think of now is the 1994 song/dance ?Tootsee Roll.? So what hip/awesome ?dances?...
View ArticleWarrior Dash anyone?
Anybody here who's done one and wants to brag? Anyone here who wants to do one with me? There's one almost 2 hours away in southern MD - you can do it either May 19 or May 20. Since I have to hold off...
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