Courtney Mroch's comments

When He Compares You to His Mother... - Blog Entry

25 Oct 2007 09:00 AM

My husband compared me to his grandma once (who raised him) and who is a Wonder Woman. He said something to the effect of, "My grandma worked at my grandpa's gas station, raised four kids, cooked dinner every night and kept the house spotless and you're complaining about X?" (I forget what it was I was complaining about.) All I know is it made me so mad and my retort was, "I am NOT your grandma and never will be so if you're expecting that you married the wrong woman."

It's true. I'd love to be like her. She's among the women I admire most, but I don't have the same chutzpah she does. She's amazing and the comparison is unrealistic. He knows what I can offer now and respects that.

Great article Karri!

Should Your Child's Body Mass Index (BMI) Be Included On Their Report Card? - Blog Entry

22 Oct 2007 04:27 PM

Absolutely not! I don't have children but I'm absolutely appalled any parent would even have to deal with a school proposing such a thing, much less instituting it.

Married to a Ghost Hunter: My Interview with Mrs. Hawes - The Answers - Blog Entry

22 Oct 2007 07:53 AM

Thanks for sharing your insights, LadyPamala! And for the compliments to the both of us. I feel very honored to be categorized in Kristen's company. THANKS!

Are Credit Cards Tools or Traps? - Blog Entry

19 Oct 2007 12:58 PM

I believe a tool for sure --if you know how to manage money. Otherwise they're traps. Big, nasty, energy sucking traps!

Domestic Violence: 7 Facts to Be Aware Of - Blog Entry

19 Oct 2007 07:08 AM

Thanks, JadeWalker! I appreciate you taking the time to say this.

Lauren and Jason: When "The" Ex Proposes to Someone Else - Blog Entry

18 Oct 2007 07:07 AM

Thanks for sharing, LovingJesusinAZ!! You had some excellent insights from someone with first hand experience of seeing a past love get married.

But what's neat and what I really liked about your story...you sound like Lauren! You are the kind of person who can be friends with an old flame, and be genuinely happy for their happiness. That is the mark of a pure heart.

And it sounds like it all worked out well anyway. For the both of you. You ended up meeting your true "one" and it sounds like you have a beautiful family with him now. Thank you for sharing such a delightful story!

My Separation Anxiety - Blog Entry

17 Oct 2007 01:51 PM

I feel your pain, Aimee! This is why Wayne and I don't travel more. I worry, stress, and fret about being away from my crew so much it's hard for me to enjoy myself. Somehow I come home and they're always fine and super delighted to see me, but I don't think their tails ever wag as much as mine do!!! Have a great trip home!!!!

The Egyptian Mau Cat: A Noble History - Blog Entry

17 Oct 2007 08:55 AM

One option, if it's available, might be to get a DNA breed test done. I know they have Doggie DNA tests to determine breeds for dogs, but I don't know if they have it for cats.

Also, have you tried looking at the Cat Fancier's Assn? http://www.cfainc.org/breeds/profiles/egyptian.html Another description that might help you determine what your cat is.

Or maybe contacting someone at Egyptian Mau Rescue Org to see if they could identify by a pic you email them? http://www.emaurescue.org/

Same goes for the International Association of Egyptian Mau's http://www.aime.us/AIME_us.htm

Good luck! Let us know what you ultimately conclude your cat is. I'm curious to know.

Pooper Scoopers: From Frugal to Fancy - Blog Entry

17 Oct 2007 08:45 AM

Oh man, how could I have forgotten those?! Great point Aimee!

Halloween Horror Nights: Can Your Marriage Survive It? - Blog Entry

17 Oct 2007 08:19 AM

I tried to get him to talk but all I got as a cold shoulder. But then once he came around and wanted to talk to me, I was so mad at him because I didn't think I was "that" bad to deserve that so I didn't talk to him for a day or so. 3 very silent days in our house... Good question!