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George & Tara's Daily Diversion: MAY 14/08 HOW TO FAKE ANYTHING (Redbook)
· Fake Interest... in a conversation: We all know how it feels to be telling what we think is a fascinating story, only to see our audience's eyes glaze over. Faking interest is an act of kindness that helps the storyteller preserve some dignity. To seem more engaged, nod your head, make remarks such as "How neat," or "I didn't know that," and look the speaker in the eyes.
· Fake getting the joke... when it went right over your head: Everyone else is in hysterics, but you're simply clueless. Since it's hard to falsify knee-slapping laughter, just pretend that the joke didn't hit you as hard. Crack a slow, knowing smile, shake your head, and say something like, "Good one!" Or: "I'll have to remember that one!'
· Fake recognizing someone... when you can't remember who she is: Some woman walks up to you at an event and says, "It's so great to see you again!" You're thinking, "Lady, do I know you?" Just say, "I'm so awful with names; please tell me yours again." Hearing a name might jog your memory -- plus, she might volunteer useful info about your earlier encounter. If the tactic fails, you can dig for more clues by saying, "So what have you been up to since I saw you last?"
· Fake liking a gift... that you really don't: Express your fake joy (but sincere appreciation) by making general statements like, "Wow, where did you find this?" or "How sweet of you to think of me!" Then offer the giver a big hug. You'll seem genuinely grateful--and make your friend feel good in the process -- when you shower all of your attention on her instead of on the gift.
George & Tara's Daily Diversion: MAY 13/08 You can watch Lyndsey's cat to by clicking the link below. George & Tara's Daily Diversion: MAY 12/08 DELICIOUS HAPPINESS BOOSTER Looking for a delicious happiness booster? It’s fruit juice. Turns out, it’s packed with mood-lifting nutrients. Even better: Contrary to previous reports, fruit juice doesn’t lead to obesity as long as it’s made 100% from fruit with no added sugars. APPLE JUICE FOR A QUICK LIFT - Apples are a complex carb that give you a burst of energy without the crash you get from soda or coffee. RED GRAPE JUICE TO WARD OFF THE BLUES - It’s a rich source of quercetin, an antioxidant shown to prevent depression, improve brain function and more. STRAWBERRY KIWI JUICE TO SQUASH STRESS - Kiwis are abundant in omega-3 fatty acids, which increase soothing brain chemicals.
George & Tara's Daily Diversion: MAY 09/08 A MOTHER’S DICTIONARY
AMNESIA: Condition that enables a woman who has gone through labor to make love again.
DUMBWAITER: One who asks if the kids would care to order dessert.
FAMILY PLANNING: The art of spacing your children the proper distance apart to keep you on the edge of financial disaster.
FEEDBACK: The inevitable result when your baby doesn't appreciate the strained carrots.
FULL NAME: What you call your child when you're mad at him.
GRANDPARENTS: The people who think your children are wonderful even though they're sure you're not raising them right.
HEARSAY: What toddlers do when anyone mutters a dirty word.
IMPREGNABLE: A woman whose memory of labor is still vivid.
INDEPENDENT: How we want our children to be as long as they do everything we say.
OW: The first word spoken by children with older siblings.
PUDDLE: a small body of water that draws other small bodies wearing dry shoes into it.
SHOW OFF: a child who is more talented than yours.
STERILIZE: what you do to your first baby's pacifier by boiling it and to your last baby's pacifier by blowing on it.
TOP BUNK: where you should never put a child wearing Superman pajamas.
TWO MINUTE WARNING: when the baby's face turns red and she begins to make those familiar grunting noises.
WHODUNIT: none of the kids that live in your house... George & Tara's Daily Diversion: MAY 06/08 YOUR FAVORITE TV MOM REVEALS YOUR PERSONALITY (Woman’s World)
Mother’s Day is this Sunday. Your favorite TV mom speaks volumes about what makes you a great mom yourself. MARGE SIMPSON (Julie Kavner in “The Simpsons”)
You’re accepting. Watching Marge’s brood is pure stress relief for you because it helps put your own frustrations in perspective. As crazy as things get, you have an unconditional love that always makes your family feel accepted. CHERYL (Courtney Thorne-Smith in “According to Jim”)
You’re open-minded. By laughing at family frustrations, you ease tension, cut troubles to a manageable size and remind those you live with that you’re all on the same loving team. Like Cheryl, you accept people for who they are. LYNETTE SCAVO (Felicity Huffman in “Desperate Housewives”)
You’re driven. You’re probably very successful, and Lynette gives you permission to cut yourself some slack. “It’s refreshing to see someone who’s struggling like the rest of us,” says Nancy Irwin, PsyD. ALLISON DUBOIS (Patricia Arquette in “Medium”)
You’re laid-back. Is your hubby a more hands-on dad than most? That’s because, like Allison, you let him tackle parenting duties his own way. “You probably have a positive, trusting marriage,” says Tina Tessina, Ph.D. ANNIE CAMDEN (Catherine Hicks in “7th Heaven”)
You’re a guiding light. You share Annie’s conviction that nothing is more important than being there for family, and you look to her as an example of the kind of mom you strive to be. Like Annie, you reach out beyond your family, and have a strong sense of faith that keeps you going through thick and thin. LORELAI GILMORE (Lauren Graham in “Gilmore Girls”)
You’re sensitive. You’re an empathetic mom who lets your kids make their own decisions. It’s clear you’re their biggest cheerleader, and you admire how open Lorelai is with her daughter, says psychologist Alan Entin, Ph.D. George & Tara's Daily Diversion: MAY 05/08 WEDDING Dos AND DON’TS (Glamour)
Here are the results of a Glamour magazine Wedding Do or Don’t survey. Asking for cash instead of gifts: 75% say it’s a don’t Getting hitched at City Hall and having a big reception later 62% say it’s a don’t Figurines on top of the cake realistically modeled after the bride and groom 53% say they’re a don’t Skipping the cake entirely and serving cupcakes instead 52% say it’s a do Podcasting the ceremony 89% say it’s a don’t Professionally shot engagement photos to send out with the save-the-date cards 58% say they’re a do |
