Monthly Archives: January 2011

Honesty is the key to any great relationship. Okay, that’s a lie…

Posted on January 28, 2011 by iwantmyweekendsback

Sorry, Dr. Phil, but honesty is overrated. I mean, do you have any idea how many times a day I lie? At work alone it’s constant. “Yeah, Doris, that pot of coffee you made was great. Thanks.” Translation: It was … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged dangerous questions, family, lying, relationships, teenagers, thank god it's Monday, this minefield called life | 7 Comments

Who the heck came up with this “genius” idea?!

Posted on January 23, 2011 by iwantmyweekendsback

So you know that wonderful feeling you get when Thursday’s work day ends, and you know you just have to get through Friday to get to the glorious weekend? I don’t. As you know, I dread the weekend because of … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Bring your kids to work day, chores, family time, sullen teenagers, thank god it's Monday, weekends, work, work sucks, yelling boss | 2 Comments

Calling the In-Laws

Posted on January 19, 2011 by iwantmyweekendsback

So apparently my father-in-law was ticked off that I didn’t call him before, during, and after last Sunday’s Jets game. Did I mention they won?! Anyway, the old man is a Jets fan, but has no one to watch the … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged football, in-laws, insane family, Jets, Playoffs, teenagers, thank god it's Monday, weekends | 4 Comments

One Word Says It All

Posted on January 17, 2011 by iwantmyweekendsback

Un-(a word I can’t say here)-ing-believable!

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Jets, NFL, Superbowl, thank god it's Monday, unbelievable | 2 Comments

Darn You, Charlie Brown!

Posted on January 14, 2011 by iwantmyweekendsback

Don’t worry. I’m not going to talk about the Jets. Because I’m sure you’re probably sick of that by now. I just want to wish them luck before they go up against the Goliath-like Pats. I know we’re gonna win, … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Charlie Brown, Dance team, football, Linus, NFL, Playoffs, superstitions, thank god it's Monday, the Clippers, The Great Pumpkin, the Jets, the Patriots, weekends | 2 Comments

There’s No Winning with This One. Trust Me.

Posted on January 12, 2011 by iwantmyweekendsback

So you probably figured out I’m a Jets fan. And it’s a great time to be one. They’ve been more lucky than good, but they’ve been winning when they need to. And this Sunday at 1:30 my time (the only … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged bitter parent, can't win, football, impossible choices, insane schedule, kid sports, New England Patriots, New York Jets, NFL playoffs, parent schedule, teenagers | 3 Comments

The Jets Win in Final Seconds!!!

Posted on January 9, 2011 by iwantmyweekendsback

My Jets beat the great Peyton Manning and the Colts yesterday! Nothing that happens today can ruin my good mood. Yes, I know what I just did there, but I don’t care. The Jets WON!!

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Only 355 Days Until Christmas

Posted on January 5, 2011 by iwantmyweekendsback

It’s amazing how fast the Holiday Spirit can disappear. I mean, it was only a week ago that I was enjoying (though still complaining about) the break from making school lunches for the kids, driving the ungrateful kinder everywhere and … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged 2011, Christmas break, family time, insane schedule, lost weekend, no time, teenagers, thank god it's Monday, That's when the fight started | 1 Comment

The Day After, the Day Before

Posted on January 2, 2011 by iwantmyweekendsback

Guess I woke up in a bad mood yesterday. I just read my last posting and all I can say is…sorry. That’s no way to start the year. Besides, I had just woken up when I wrote that. The day … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged 2011, Christmas break, family time, Happy New Year, Sunday football, teenagers, thank god it's Monday, weekend | 4 Comments

Well, I guess it’s the new year…

Posted on January 1, 2011 by iwantmyweekendsback

First of all, Happy New Year. You’re probably still sleeping. Not me. Obviously. I was up early. No hangover. Not tired. But that’s because I play it low-key. Going out on New Year’s Eve? Not me anymore. I call it … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged 2011, bitter attitude, Happy New Year, looking ahead, New Year's Eve, resolutions, thank god it's Monday | 1 Comment