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Was last Monday or this coming Monday the most depressing day of the year?

Apparently, British scientists have somehow calculated that the third Monday of January (or somewhere around the 21st day of the year) is the most depressing day of the ENTIRE year.I guess because most people feel like they've blown it when it comes to their New Year's resolutions. Plus, the…See More

Jan 20, 2011

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Eileen Ciluffo commented on The Book Mama's blog post 'Thirty seconds of meditation.'

"You're TOO funny...I know the feeling though...where did you get that cool picture?"

Jan 11, 2011

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Thirty seconds of meditation.

Hey, it's a start. And actually it was probably a bit longer than that. Maybe even five whole minutes! I know that I am not the only one who has trouble getting their mind to quiet down. But I want to get the hang of this meditation thing because I totally believe all the statistics that say it's super…See More

Jan 11, 2011

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Eve Eagle commented on The Book Mama's blog post 'If I knew you were coming....'

"Good for you! Fighting what you believe in is so hard! I have been holding off on baking my weekly cookies or cupcakes all week for fear of not being able to resist. Too bad the rest of my household is now missing out. Just three more weeks to…"

Jan 9, 2011

The Book Mama posted a blog post

If I knew you were coming....

A family from my daughter's school recently moved into my neighborhood. Right around the corner, in fact. I'm really excited because I don't have any friends my age in my hood, and I really like this woman. So off I went to buy a bottle of wine as a house-warming gift. My daughter announced that she…See More

Jan 9, 2011

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The Book Mama commented on The Book Mama's blog post 'So ... when do I feel better?'

"Thanks guys. I'm sticking with it. Would like to have greek yogurt and low fat cheese back on the menu, but I'll hang in there over the weekend. Going out for dinner right now with a girlfriend and looking forward to…"

Jan 7, 2011

Cindy McCain Hamrick commented on The Book Mama's blog post 'So ... when do I feel better?'

"I had to slow down my caffeine reduction plan because of a headache so bad I couldn't open my eyes without a lot of pain. I am finally down to a 4oz cup of light coffee and a green tea, but this pain shows me that caffeine is…"

Jan 7, 2011

Terri Trespicio commented on The Book Mama's blog post 'So ... when do I feel better?'

"Hmm. I guess this might be one for Dr. Brooke...but I guess I should ask what PART of the plan has you stressed? I don' t think this has to be an on-or-off thing. If there's something you feel is the problem, then you adapt thep lan to…"

Jan 7, 2011

The Book Mama posted a blog post

So ... when do I feel better?

I didn't drink much caffeine to start with, yet I have a constant headache. I'm eating really well, but I frequently feel a little sick to my stomach during the day. I'm tired. And my skin is breaking out. It's safe to conclude that I'm not happy. I've decided to stick with the plan over the weekend, but…See More

Jan 7, 2011

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The Book Mama commented on The Book Mama's blog post 'To weigh or not to weigh?'

"Now I just have to fight the urge to try on my skinny jeans!"

Jan 7, 2011

k dizzle commented on The Book Mama's blog post 'To weigh or not to weigh?'

"I am completely with you about being a scale slave, and I too decided it is best to throw that blasted thing under the bathroom sink and forget about it until day 28! Keep up the good work!"

Jan 6, 2011

The Book Mama commented on Taylor Schnitzler's blog post 'Feeling Defeated'

"Taylor -- who's stronger? You or one piece of bread? Don't let a tiny bit of evil yumminess defeat you!"

Jan 6, 2011

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To weigh or not to weigh?

I'll confess that I am usually a slave to the scale. Which basically means that when it's tipping to my favor, I'm good. And when it's not. I am not good. That's usually when I get totally discouraged, climb into bed and order a pizza. Therefore, I've decided not to step foot on that evil metal…See More

Jan 6, 2011

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Strange and edible things from the earth?

Fruits and veggies. I guess I really have no choice. You've taken everything else away from me. My mother would be so happy... I thought I'd miss alcohol, but it turns out I just miss carbs. Nevertheless, I think I'm doing very well so far. Not perfect. But pretty darn good. (Please don't tell Martha…See More

Jan 4, 2011

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The Book Mama commented on The Book Mama's blog post 'Well...at least my boobs look great.'

"Andrea -- just wanted you to know that today I am wearing leggings with a dress! Thanks for the suggestion. Why didn't I think of that! ;)"

Jan 2, 2011

The Book Mama commented on The Book Mama's blog post 'Um...what exactly is a gluten?'

"Thanks Marie-Anne. I guess it's good to actually know what it is they don't want us eating!"

Jan 2, 2011