WWBSMD?

What Would Brittney Spears' Mom Do?
Unfortunately, we'll never know. It seems that Lynne Spears' book is indefinitely on hold. I wonder why? Could it be train wreck Brittney or newly pregnant 16 year old Jamie Lynn? Who knows. (Shamefully the book was being published by a Christian publishing house. What in the world were they thinking in the first place??)

By the way, I shamelessly stole WWBSMD from a good friend.

UPDATE: Girl-a-thon in reply to her friend discussing the pregnant Jamie Lyn--"Well, duh. Same parents, same mess." I guess even an 11 year old gets it.

Something in the Drink

Yes, there is definitely something in the drinks in San Francisco, but I don't think sugar is the problem.

Be Afraid...Very Afraid

I have finally begun to read I Am Charlotte Simmons by Tom Wolfe. A friend gave it to me a very long time ago, and I just haven't had the spare moments to get into it. Now, days before we start our Christmas break from school (can I get an Amen?) I have begun the book.

Tom Wolfe is said to be a keen social observer. A description with which I must agree. His prolific writing includes both fiction and non, and there is no possible way I could tell you who he is, if you don't already know. But if you don't, please go read this.

I read the preface which refers to a study done on cats in which their amygdalas were removed. I am already scared about what lies ahead. (I know this sounds nutty but it all makes sense--I promise.) The book is about undergraduate life at a prestigious American university. Though he did research on several campuses, the rumour is that the story is taken mainly from events on the campus of Duke University. The premise is that peer pressure and the anything goes wild life of undergrads is too much for any young adult to resist. As a parent--and pre-Charlotte Simmons--I believe that we can instill values (and the courage to hold to them) in our kids. I'll keep you updated as to how that goes as I am reading.

Cultural Clarity

I passed by a self-storage place today (they are popping up all over this island) and the signs struck me: Climate Controlled Self-Storage. Is it just me, or does that pretty much sum up the culture at large?

Control freak? No worries. You can even control the climate now, baby.

Have enough stuff? Good. Too much stuff? Even better.

And the most glorious word of all...SELF. Who needs anoyone else? After all, you are most important to you, right?

Another One Bites the Dust

I admit it, I am a movie junkie. It's the cheapest therapy I've ever known. And now, sadly, it's on the endangered cultural items list. It seems as though Will Smith and his family can be added to the the ranks of those duped by Scientology. I know, I know--what do I care? It's just that it's getting harder and harder to have some mindless entertainment. I can't even see a trailer for a Tom Cruise flick without getting major heebie-jeebies. And don't get me started about the Travolta nightmare.

Conspiracy Theory

I was all set to title this "Anyone...Anyone?" But Palmtreepundit beat me to it :-) Any way, here is a movie that I am anxious to see. (Hat tip:Anne)

A Very Very Good Day

Today was a busy day with a long morning appointment, and a longer than planned for afternoon appointment. The Kids-a-thon really were solo for much of the day and they did such a good job staying on task, I was amazed. That made it a good day.

The morning appointment was spent with Teen-a-thon and I am so proud of her. She has faced some very tough decisions in the past few months, and I am always amazed at the maturity and thoughtfulness with which she makes them. Today, especially, she made a very loving, wise decision, and I am so proud of her. That made it a very good day.

The afternoon was spent with a friend who asked for my advice on some very tough issues in her life. She too, is facing some hard decisions. She said she saw things very clearly after we talked and said that I helped her out. I am grateful that God can use my "brass tacks" personality to help such a dear woman. That made it a very very good day.