Michele Cheplic's comments

Affording Toys for the Holidays - Blog Entry

31 Oct 2009 05:42 AM

I just heard that thrift stores are cutting back on stocking toys this season b/c of the government's crack down on lead and other harmful chemicals found in children's books (the ink) and plastic toys.

Still, you have some great tips here!

Confession Time: Sometimes (Often) I'm Not An Enriching Parent - Blog Entry

31 Oct 2009 05:40 AM

Join the club! ;-) Sounds like you are doing a fine job!!!

Jon Gosselins Mantrums and Michael Jackson's Millions - Blog Entry

31 Oct 2009 05:38 AM

It was just a matter of time before Jon self destructed. No sympathy here!

Long Car Ride Tips for Babies Under 3 Months - Blog Entry

31 Oct 2009 05:37 AM

Sorry to hear about your wife's grandpa. When you have kids it does take much to appreciate the irony of funerals and family bonding. This otherwise sad occasion was likely made a bit happier with the presence of your son.

Parents, Are You More Afraid of Math or the Sex Talk - Blog Entry

31 Oct 2009 05:32 AM

This is so true! I'm not surprised at all, especially given that moms are typically the ones that give the sex talk and females are generally poorer in math and science than males.

Boost Your Chances of Conception? - Blog Entry

31 Oct 2009 05:29 AM

My BFF is a major advocate of the elevated leg move. It paid off too--she is the mother of two adorable kids! She swears it's because she remained on her back with her legs up!

Online Airfares--Finding the Best Deal - Blog Entry

26 Oct 2009 09:01 PM

Thanks for the comment Gillian, I like Expedia too.

Halloween Candy and the Frugal Shopper - Blog Entry

24 Oct 2009 01:59 PM

LOL about your husband adding the chocolate, probably trying to avoid having to clean up an egged or TP-ed house.

Why Are Comfort Foods So Comforting? - Blog Entry

24 Oct 2009 01:57 PM

Interestingly, the first real meal I ate after my sinus surgery was meatloaf and mashed potatoes. Then, ribs and mac and cheese--YUM!!

Would You Let Your Husband Iron His Own Shirt? - Blog Entry

24 Oct 2009 01:55 PM

I'm with your friend, I tend to buy things that are wrinkle-free. The thing about ironing is that you go through all the trouble and you look great walking out the door, but by the time you sit and drive somewhere, you are wrinkled upon arrival. My grandmother was a stickler for ironing and used to admonish my wrinkly apperance. The woman used to iron her bed sheets!!