Jul212010

Wordless Wednesday

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Jul192010

Dear Parenting Magazine:

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As you can imagine, I am *not* too happy with an article you published in your July 2010 issue.

Which one, you ask?

“Feel Better Naked”.

I hate to break it to you, but it’s a joke. …Continue Reading…

Jul162010

Where have I been?

Goodness these last couple of weeks have been crazy!

J, M and I went to NY for a few days to visit family- and let me tell you- it’s the worst drive. Ever.

Why?

M (who’s 4) had learned the phrase:

“ARE WE THERE YET??” …Continue Reading…

Jul132010

Crock Pot- Pot Roast that’ll make your mouth water!

Here’s my recipe for a quick prep and easy crock pot roast. Trust me, if I can do this, so can you. And it’s mouth-watering yummy. Perfect for those days when you just don’t want to cook, but you want people to think you’ve been slaving over the stove all day. You’re welcome.

Ingredients:

1 can of low-sodium beef broth

1 can of cream of celery soup …Continue Reading…

Jul122010

Definitions.

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Cyber-bullying: “when the Internet, cell phones or other devices are used to send or post text or images intended to hurt or embarrass another person.” As defined by the National Crime Prevention Council.

Obsession: “a persistent disturbing preoccupation with an often unreasonable idea or feeling; broadly : compelling motivation.” As defined by Merriam-Webster.

Cyber-Stalking: “is the use of the internet or other electronic means to stalk or harass an individual, a group of individuals, or an organization. It may include false accusations, monitoring, making threats, identity theft, damage to data or equipment, the solicitation of minors for sex, or gathering information in order to harass“. As defined by Bocij, Paul. Cyberstalking: Harassment in the Internet Age and How to Protect Your Family. Praeger, 2004, p. 14.

Cyber-Stalking is also quoted as “When identifying cyberstalking “in the field,” and particularly when considering whether to report it to any kind of legal authority, the following features or combination of features can be considered to characterize a true stalking situation: malice, premeditation, repetition, distress, obsession, vendetta, no legitimate purpose, personally directed, disregarded warnings to stop, harassment, and threats.” By CyberAngels.

Harass: “1.to disturb persistently; torment, as with troubles or cares; bother continually; pester; persecute. 2.to trouble by repeated attacks, incursions, etc., as in war or hostilities; harry; raid”. As defined by Dictionary.com