I didn't necessarily qualify as urban poor as a kid, but they tested me like there was no tomorrow when I was a short little girl. I'm still unsure why they didn't just take a look at my parents (5'3" and 5'8", respectively) and conclude things were probably running on their natural course.

Bahaha. Oh, Matt Damon. You're awesome and adorable, you are. But don't boast about that, dude. Expose your daughters to some truly awesome heroines.

I am also a challenging older daughter whose mother recently admitted that my more docile, shy younger sister is her preferred child. Sadly enough, it almost felt like a victory. After 20+ years, I just wanted her to admit it.

2 thoughts:

I, too, am a supremely Irish Chicagoan. I stayed in the entire weekend cleaning and cooking, because I just can't soldier through the weekend anymore. When they stopped the South Side Parade, it just wasn't worth it. I figure being emotionally uptight and holding grudges like no other makes me Irish enough without…

Ummm - I do this. I don't necessarily consider it a bad thing. We all do impulsive things, especially when stressed or emotionally taxed. Some people drink, eat, smoke - some shop. I'm supremely grateful that on those occasions, I have a pretty easy way to undo the damage.

Excellent perspective, thank you.

I think there can be cases of bunion surgery where they use screws, but I think it has more to do with the damage that your foot has incurred because of the bunion. I was aware that it can come back, and that's more terrifying than the prospect of having done in the first place, I think!

I find myself a bit torn on this one. I have felt her same frustration and pain, as one of my feet doesn't look all that different from her "before" picture. However, I feel that people (or perhaps more accurately, women) like her are why I DREAD going to a doctor to have my situation remedied.

Agreed. I actually have my closet organized by exactly the sizes you mention.

Well, Star Magazine, which celeb really has the worst beach body?

Aww, that's a fantastic shot. I'm a little teary, actually. Good for her!

You're right. Upon second look, I saw everyone in coats and the snow on the ground. We had post-march shots of Jameson as a nice remedy!

Oh, all of the other marches look so warm and dry compared to Chicago's. I have to admit I'm a little jealous, but we Chicagoans were not deterred by the crappy weather or the counter-protestors. It was an excellent day.

Under what nonsexual circumstances does one have nude pictures of oneself on a phone? Virtual OB/GYN consultation?

Hey Rush - You're just jealous of her biceps, aren't you?

Yes. Precisely. If they keep going with this, it would be a much more appropriate premise.

I think the SATC girls should all just retire together. Maybe to a nice ranch in Miami where they frequently eat ice cream around the kitchen table. Yes, that would be a nice.

@LeRollingStoner: Amen sister.

Paging Bitter, party of one?