Odds n Ends

In the local black culture here in SA, big boobs are completely the norm, and often seen as a sign of attractiveness.  So I asked Rose what her friends thought about her boob reduction.  She said a few of her friends said she is crazy to do it, but others, the ones who knew her well, and who knew how long she has wanted to do this, said that she should thank God she has a boss like me.  I told her to tell them that I thank God every day that I have a nanny like her.  And I do!  I swear she was sent from above or something. Without her I would have never coped the first few months, and without her I would never have been able to go back to work with confidence.

Then, I *might* be without Net access this weekend again.  Those lazy Ibex are threatening a go-slow.  Not that any one would notice their industrial action as the lazy fuckers hardly ever ‘go fast’.

There is a serious post I want to do later, but I need some time to type it up.  And I don’t have much time now.

And thanks to all of your for your wonderful words and support on my AD post.  You guys rock.

Oh, another thing.  This morning I went to the orthodontist – yes, at my old age I am thinking of getting braces for my higgledy-piggledy bottom teeth.  Its all part of my Operation Renew as I work towards my mini extreme makeover for my 40th.  Anyway, I was waiting in the waiting room and there I saw the Shape magazine with the article I had written.  So OBVIOUSLY I had to tell someone and the only person there was the receptionist.  So I said to her, holding up the magazine and pointing with a cheesy (and some what higgledy-piggledy) grin “I wrote this article”. So she looked a bit shocked and I wondered is perhaps I had come across slightly odd (odder than I normally do). And then she said in a soft voice “I bought that magazine especially for that article”.  How weird is that!  So we had a nice chat and hopefully I didn’t give her too much assvice.  I hope she succeeds in her quest to have a child, she seemed like such a lovely person.  Small world huh.

Lastly, not wanting to jinx things, but we have been sleeping through the night the entire week!  Last night started a bit rough, Adam moaned about an hour after going to sleep, but it didn’t last long and after that he slept through. I hardly know what to do with myself, I am so excited.

Comments

[Boulder]

Don't know what to do with yourself? SLEEP woman, SLEEP. Of course, a quick shag would also be perfectly acceptable - what with all the SLEEPING happening in that house of yours!

The teeth thing? I covet your choice. I had perfectly beautiful straight teeth (thanks to parents' putting me in braces), but for some insane reason which made perfect sense at the time, I didn't wear my bottom retainer long enough, and now they aren't as straight as I'd love for them to be. So now you have more for me to be green with envy over - sleep, babies, perky tits, and now the teeth.

I may have to break up with you.

xoxo

[Lovely Kirsty]

I just LOVE your posts my friend - I open them up EVERY morning to read more and more amazing things about you! Your teeth story - how funny! How can you possibly BE more G&D than you are now?! Lovely story about receptionist reading your article... you are a mini-celeb :) x

[Woodys Girl]

Ah, sleep... GLORIOUS sleep! Makes the world a different place, doesn't it? I'm thrilled to hear that you AND the babes are getting more quality zzzzzzz's.

About that net issue - I thought you were getting direct connect? Surely THOSE Ibex work harder than those other lazy "dial-up" Ibex?

Glad Rose is at peace about her surgery, and that at least SOME of her friends understand and are supportive. You and Rose are a perfect match (NOT talking about boobs!) - glad you both appreciate each other.

Speaking of Rose and being perfectly matched... isn't this the end of Beauty's employ? I had in my mind that you said until the end of August. Or did I miss her send-off earlier?

Congrats on the teeth issue! My sister (whom I consider to be quite pretty - though she would disagree, I'm sure) has the same issue with her lower teeth. Very small jawbone or something. Dentist (or oral surgeon, whatever) said that nothing could be done for her, since she has "very long" roots on those teeth, and at least one pair would need to be pulled in order to give room for them to all be straight. Poor dear. :-(

How about an update on the Boob Fund? Are we THERE YET?

XO
Jennifer

[Judy]

See, you are a SUPAH-STAH!!!! YOU rock!

Way to get some sleep - you have inspired me to finally do something about my horrible-sleeper/6 year old, and he's been leaving us alone at 2 and 3 a.m. for about 5 days now! YAY!

SLUMBER PARTY!!!!

[Faith]

Yea!!! More sleep at Tertia's house! I'm so happy for you, because as you know-- the whole sleep issue can last for years on end. As for Rose-- you ARE very lucky. As I said before-- I can't believe how she handles two babies all day. I also think her figure is quite fine. But we all need to be happy with ourselves regardless of what others think-- so I'm glad you've given your audience such a simple way to help make one of her dreams come true.

[amanda8]

Yay - for sleeping through! We are just now achieving it - at 14+ months. And I just have the one baby! Now if I can get my 3 year old to join up.

Also, a note on the braces. I am nearing the end of my second year. Part of my makeover plan as well. It hasn't been that bad. Not entirely pleasant, but not so bad. It is entertaining to be 20 years older than all the other patients. Once they gave me a sticker for a reward. Hysterical!

[Mandarin]

My mother is in her 50s, and just got braces. She is one of several in her group of friends to do so, some a decode or more older than she. It seems to be a trend!

[Lioness]

"I hardly know what to do with myself, I am so excited."

A shagathon comes to mind.

[liz]

My mom got braces for her 60th birthday (the "Invisiline" ones, you really can't see them.) She's so much happier with her teeth now. She's got another year to go with the braces.

I love that you were able to connect with the receptionist like that. That is so cool. And I love the article.

And SLEEP!! YAY!!!

[Mollie]

Shag-a-thon with ME.

[Robin]

I did braces again 4ish years ago after having them as a kid. Yes, you must wear your retainers all your life! I threw mine out in college, which resulted in massive movement in the next ten years. I now wear my retainers every night and will all my life. It's worth it though. I smile so much more now.

[sissy]

I just went and re-read your article and get teary eyed each read. I'm so proud of what you have done to help others. A true G&D woman. Thanks.

[Jill]

Tertia - Have you told us how you found Rose? I would like to hear the story sometime. Maybe a Nanny-finding Tips post.

Love ya, Jill

[Suzie-Q.]

There's your 15 minutes of fame dahling!