Welcome to your Monday outlet to talk about your weekend. What you watched, what you did, what you thought…..anything at all.
Not everyone has a workplace or a community with whom they can gather and debrief about their weekend (and even if you do, there are some things you can’t always discuss freely) so here it is.
Some of the things that caught our attention:
Lance Armstrong. Drug cheat or misunderstood?
Lance Armstrong has given up his fight against doping charges and has immediately been stripped of his 7 Tour de France titles.
The World Anti-Doping Agency says that Armstrong’s decision not to challenge is being interpreted as an admission of guilt, while others are arguing that Armstrong is simply sick of defending his legacy in the face of what his supporters call a ‘witch hunt’.
You can read more about Lance Armstrong on our sister site, iVillage.com.au, here.
In other Armstrong news, the first man on the moon, Neil Armstrong has died, aged 82 after complications due to heart surgery.
60 Minutes aired a pretty excrutiating interview with Samantha Brick – the British woman famous for declaring other women hate her because she’s beautiful. Let’s not go there again.
Samantha Brick, ‘trophy wife’ and her husband. With a gun.
However. This interview proved that Samantha isn’t just a one trick outrage pony. She also wants you to know about her marriage to a French dude she proudly proclaims to be a chauvinist.
He makes her ride an exercise bike while he watches to keep her weight down and she has to cook him a 5 course lunch every day followed by a lavender oil head massage.
It’s unclear what she gets in return but she seems very happy with the arrangement, insisting she’s a ‘trophy wife’ as if that’s somehow a good thing. Points to Samantha for self-esteem. It’s so very high.
Germaine’s response was hilarious. You can watch the interview here.
And Howzat! concluded with a ripper 2 hour show that even non-cricket fans could get into. What a performance by Lachy Hulme as Kerry Packer.
You know how committed he was to the role? He got collagen in his lips, put on 20kg and shaved his hairline halfway back on his head to mimic KP. Amazing performance. Fantastic show.
So what caught your attention? The good? The bad? The ugly? From pop culture to personal, funny things your kids said, new clothes you bought or delicious things you ate or cooked…..speak up.
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my weekend…
its going to be a very hard few months for her and i just want to be there for her.
spent some time with my bestie who is going through a hellish breakup 7 weeks out from the day she was meant to be getting married
had a couple of nights of broken sleep as my toddler is sick again…roll on spring, so sick of colds and flu!!
we are mid way through our first round of fertility treatment. we have done this all before, i know it could take months/years, remembering how stressed out and emotional i got last time.
i thought we went into this calmly and rationally- even tho its already been a year with no success trying to conceive baby #2 naturally ive been quite calm about it so i thought i was all over it – WRONG. the treatment adds a whole new layer of urgency and desperation to my mindset! im already itching to do pregnancy tests though its far too early, and googling like a madman
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Well, I have to say goodbye to Mamamia! I have so enjoyed reading the posts and the comments. I have occasionally posted a comment myself if I felt a point hadn’t already been covered.
BUT…Mamamia is not good for my mental health!! The last three or so weeks I have spent too much time on here. My house has become really messy and my one year old has been watching television (something I swore I would never allow. He’s usually only been watching 30 mins a day in the last 3 weeks but today it was 60!!! And I feel sick with guilt and fear that he’ll turn into one of those children who can’t play or amuse themselves because they want the television on!)
Aside from the guilt factor over the television, the washing and dishes pile up each day and even thought I get them done eventually before bed each night I just don’t feel good about being in a disorganised space. Messy house, messy mind for me.
I feel a bit like I’ve lost control the last few weeks and it is because of this site. It’s so good! And addictive! I secretly love reading the comments where things get a bit heated. And I love it when Mia replies to things. And when Bec Sparrow or Kate Hunter comment because their comments are really thoughtful and insightful.
But, I am just not an internet person. Time on the internet is time I’ll never get back.
So farewell all! Thank you for all your interesting comments and Mia and staff, thank you for your site! I think the next few days going cold-turkey are going to HURT but I am determined to get my life back pre-Mamamia! Bye! xoxo
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COME BACK MICHELLE!
It’s people like you who make this community a great place to “be”.
Also, try not to feel guilty about the TV thing….. A bit of TV (even 60 mins) never killed anyone! EVERYTHING in moderation!
Hopefully see you soon!? Maybe take a break and then COME BACK….. it’s fun in here!
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Michelle I’m in the same kind of boat as you. When I first started reading Mamamia, it was one or 2 stories that would come through a day, and yeah I had time to read one or 2 stories. But now Mamamia is daily – even on weekends – and there’s like 5 or so stories every day and they are ALL interesting/worthy of reading, but it’s just got all too much, and if I start I don’t stop and I’m spending WAY too much time on the net reading everything from Mamamia. The site is now huge, it’s gone to epic proportions, and I say a HUGE congrats to Mia and her fabulous team for it, but like Michelle I feel that I too will have to rip myself away. I just don’t have the time to read all of the stories and I’m too weak willed to try and limit it – the titles gets me in every time. *sob*
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Michelle! Don’t leave after saying such lovely things. We’ve loved having you and we can help you manage that addiction. After all, they say admitting you have a problem is the first step right! Don’t be a stranger. Xx
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Thanks Jamila! And look, I’m back! After posting that last night I had a revelation- why give up something I enjoy? I just need to control it a little more and not let it interfere with other important things in my life! So an hour a day is my new mantra! (Down from about 3!) When the tedious chores are done and the baby is asleep, an hour for me!
I don’t have Facebook or do tweets – I’m lucky if I check my email. I think I’ve been struggling with the mindset that ‘time on the internet is wasted time’ but it’s okay to ‘waste’ an hour! And if it makes me happy, it’s not really a waste!
And Phoodie is right, everything in moderation…including Mamamia! xx
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HOORAY!
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Haha. Thanks Phoodie! I even signed up…in for a penny, in for a pound!!
And thanks for the reality check re: television. I get so hung up about it. I’m a teacher and used to be a nanny and I swore all these things I wouldn’t do with my own children. But day in, day out with a young child is a lot different than in and out in a day and getting paid for it! If only my new self could have met my old self – she would set her straight! xx
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Welcome back Michelle…:)
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i am in a similar position and the funny thing is i need mamamia to keep me in the loop to what is going on and i store for those few occasions that i go out for catch up with my friends that have lives and when i can i contribute this knowledge just like i know about everything that is current and going on….my standard day at the moment if i am home is get my daughters off to school come home clean and play with my toddler give her a little focus time put her down for a sleep and the next solid hour is mamamia catch up time, after that its more toddler time and housework……i also get update emails on my phone so if i have a spare few minutes say waiting in the car for dance class to finish i sneak in some mamamia then too. life is to short to feel guilty about something that keeps me in the loop.
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I went away with my ex. Have to say, best weekend. It was almost perfect. just like a movie. It was so romantic, he planned everything including a cabin right next to the river. Perfect.
It’s just so sad that he makes me so happy when we aren’t together and he makes me so unhappy when we are together. Sigh. Can’t have everything right.
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I am intrigued. I’m being very nosey here, but I have to ask why he makes you so unhappy when you are together ? What’s the issue (the main one) ? Feel free to tell me to shove it.
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Ooohh… still coming down from the high of this weekend. The Melbourne Writers Festival was on and I went to a discussion panel with Marieke Hardy and Benjamin Law. I can listen to those two talk all day. Then yesterday, went to Women of Letters and cried for two hours straight. Very raw and honest letters. Feeling quite humbled to have been in the room yesterday.
Oh, and Germaine Greer on 60 Minutes capped off a perfect weekend. Spot on and brilliant.
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Was feeling really peckish around 3pm and had no food left. I had been really busy today, and remembered that the musli bar that I have normally devoured at 9am had been forgotten and was still in my bag.
Score! Love it when stuff like that happens. Usually the most exciting thing left in my bag is an apple, because it’s the last thing I choose to eat.
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I SO know that feeling!
I had the EXACT same experience with my Daughter’s Chocolate Dora the Explorer biscuits (they’re damn delicious). I thought I’d eaten them all the other night and then I opened the cupboard thinking “oh we’ll I’ll just have a plain biscuit” and BOOM! A whole packet I’d forgotten I’d bought!
SCOREEEEEE!
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Oh Samantha. Women don’t hate you because you’re beautiful. They hate you because you constantly rag on about how beautiful you are.
My weekend however, was swell. Very low key, finished up my Uni assignments and submitted them all – I’m now on holidays for thirteen weeks (correspondence timetable). I did make sure I had the time to bake choc chip cookies with my son.
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Weekend was a bit of a blur. 6 hours driving on Saturday to the NSW band championships only to tie for 2nd and then be awarded 3rd on a count back. Sigh. Then that afternoon I started to feel sick. By Saturday night I had a full blown cold. Yesterday instead of taking it easy I ended up taking the boys to 3 different playgrounds. So today I had the day off work. I can ill afford it as I’m out of sick leave, but I am starting to feel a little better, so it was worth it. I lazed in front of the TV and got my paperwork sorted for my tax return. Restful AND productive
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Weekend: My dad’s 50th and my 26th birthday. I love August birthday season! So much cake!
OMM: Helping mums. I am thinking about if/how to offer a helping hand to mums. I read many comments from mums on facebook (and mamamia) who are tired/overloaded/wish they had a spare pair of hands. I have plenty of spare time in the evenings and wondering if there is something I could do to assist?
I am thinking mostly of mum’s from my church whom I know somewhat (but not close friends).
Mamamia mums – what could a person do to help you out? Help kids with homework/reading? Cook dinner?
and more importantly, is this actually a good idea from a mum’s perspective? or just a unwelcome addition to an already packed schedule?
I haven’t done anything about it yet… just kind of floating around in my mind.
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You angel! The things I’d love a hand with are food shopping, house tidying, laundry folding, gardening and cooking. I’m sure any of the mums at your church would be grateful for the help.
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What a lovely idea. I think you will be welcomed with open arms. Especially as the churchgoers will already know you.
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You are SO thoughtful!
I personally love to cook, so that’s my way of helping out my friends when they’ve just had a baby. I always make things that freeze well eg lasagne, so if they dont want to use it when I make it they can defrost at a later date.
Good on you!
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If you love babies/kids you could volunteer with the Multiple Birth Association. When my twins were babies I had a volly come for a couple of hours week to help out, it only lasted a few months as I went back to work one evening a week, but it was a great help!
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You’re clearly a saint!!
Maybe taking the older ones to the park so Mum can get a few things done. Or cooking meals?
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Are you in Melbourne? http://www.stkildamums.org are a fabulous charity who help mum’s in need – and they always need help!
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This weekend was weird. After getting dumped two weeks ago, I had sent my ex boyfriend a 6.5 page letter and put the tickets that I was going to give him for our anniversary in there so I didn’t have the guilt of having them on my desk. The game was on Friday night and he never returned the tickets nor did he contact me after having went. I’m really proud that I haven’t contacted him in a week.
The other weird thing on my mind is that I went clubbing on the weekend with my friends and ran into three guys that I was speaking to at the same time (nothing happened) whilst I was there. They all greeted me with open arms and talked to me. I also met a guy who gave me heaps of attention. Is this some sort of sign? I’m not rebounding, just having fun.
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I say enjoy! As long as you don’t lead anyone on, why not enjoy nights out with your girlfriends and meeting new people – sounds like a top strategy for getting through a tough time to me.
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Poor broken hearted. I think your ex seems like he’s voting with his feet – e.g. he wants it to be over for good. So get back out there, make yourself move on. I’m very sorry you’re hurting though, break ups are effing awful.
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Keep on getting out there and having fun! Keep busy. Sounds like you’re doing wonderfully!
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I am really proud of you too
And I’m glad you posted back here, I actually wondered how it went for you.
By the way, you’re 22, you own the world right now! Enjoy the flirtation, you totally deserve it. Keep on dancing as if no one’s watching (sorry to use that cliché but it’s true).
Did it help, writing down how you felt on paper? Maybe you could consider keeping a little journal – it may be cathartic for you to self reflect, and may help you reach your personal and professional goals. And fun to look at in later years.
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It helped writing it down on paper but hurt to know that he read it knowing how I felt and just discarded it and wanted to be single. Still a bit hung up about that. I really miss him.
As for the attention, it helps knowing that other guys are taking notice of me as pathetic as it sounds.
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It doesn’t sound pathetic at all to me.
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According to Samantha Brick ‘other women hate her because she’s beautiful’….in other words, nobody hates her.
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I had an AWESOME weekend! I went across to Sydney for only the second time ever for my friends 21st birthday. To be honest I was a little scared of Sydney – I’m such a scared-y small town girl haha.
But it was so much fun. I love seeing my friends who live in both Melbourne and Sydney…miss them a lot. I always come down hard after a weekend like that though, because it’s so fun and suddenly its over. Ah well. My friend had a great time and her parents also flew in for the occasion!
I think the partying took it out of me because now I have the horrid cold everyone in the country has had, and I am blowing my nose 100 times a day. Blahhh.
Love to people doing it tough out there xx
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My friends mum passed away over the weekend. I’m not sure what I can do to help. I cooked up some soup and a veggie bake and dropped it off at her place this arvo, but I feel like it’s not enough. In saying that though, I really don’t want to be in her way, so not sure what else I can do without imposing. Does anyone have any suggestions?
In other news… I have bronchitis. And it’s such shitty timing because I had a new staff member start work today I wasn’t there for her first day. Not cool!
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Just be there for her. Give her the opportunity to talk about her mum and the good times with her mum.
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Your act of kindness in taking food is very thoughtful. Just keep supporting your friend, this is a busy time for her with the funeral and family but next week that will all be over and she will need you to be there to support her and listen to her.
I hope you are feeling better.
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Exactly what you did. The kindness we rcvd via meals etc when my Mum passed away suddenly will always be appreciated. Those first few days are such a blur. Be around for her int first few weeks after the funeral – that’s when the reality hits.
/and skip the flowers. Too many, and they all die at the same time. If you want to give her something, a small candle or maybe a nice photo frame to put a pic of her Mum in.
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It is so lovely what you did for your friend.
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When my mum passed, everyone brought flowers and the house was so filled that it just got too overwhelming and I had to throw a lot of them out.
Just being there and ‘poping’ over to see how they are is perfect. to listen and to accept that they will no doubt, cry.
I will never forget the moment that all of my closest girlfriends came over. I had only told one, it was too hard to tell them all and yet, there they were hugging me. it was so great. Friends like that are ones you should always keep.
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If you’re good with words, I always think a heartfelt card or note is lovely
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Them of her mum is a lovely idea! Food is good, or even a little hamper of bread, milk, chocolate, wine, fruit or something? She’s lucky to have a friend like you!
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FWP: It has been lovely through the day but I hate the afternoons (about 4 and 5) , I can feel the cold creeping in, my other half is still walking around in a T shirt and opening outside doors and windows.
I point to the thermometer ,( it’s says 14 degrees) but am told it must be broken. I rug up in several layers!!! I shut doors only to find them open after he has been past.
We have been married over 40 years and this happens every spring and autumn, my girlfriend tells me I will never get bored in my relationship!!!
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Oh yes. My husband is like this too. He tells me the cold is ” invigorating”.
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OMG. Just thought I’d have a look at the Friday best and worst. Was a bit confused when it was talking about Monday but thought oh dear MM have made a typo/cut and pasted from Monday. Thought it was a bit weird with all the comments no one had pointed in out. Then a few comments talked about the weekend and I figured the post had been copied across. Why did noone realise it was Friday?!? Took about 50 comments til I realised!!! Der. I am due to have a baby in a week and a half, have been severely nauseous for 31 weeks and now my whole family have dreadful colds and I’m so worried about a sick newborn. So no wonder my brain is so addled I don’t know what day it is.
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Ok, I watched the 60 minutes Samantha Brick interview…I had to laugh at some of it. BUT I think Liam Bartlett had a point when interviewing Germaine Greer. Germaine surprisingly made comment about the size of Julia Gillards bum on Q&A, as he quite rightly pointed out what kind of outcry would there be if a male said the same comments? There would be total outrage. I know there was shock and outrage at Germaines comments but if a male said the same thing it would be a whole another level.
Anyway, Samantha Brick leads a life I wouldn’t want to lead, but she is happy and so is her husband (why wouldn’t he be – 5 course lunch and a lavender oil head massage before his afternoon siesta!!) But they are happy and I do agree (rightly or wrongly) many men wish they could say something to their wives about their weight….but are too scared to do it.
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Nice name
I agree if it had of been a male who said comments like that, society would be going mental and Mamamia (and other media outlets) would have a field day!
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But it’s not really comparable to ask what if a man had said what Germaine did about Julia.
Are we outraged when a man says something critical about another man’s appearance? Even if the man being criticised is in a position of great power?
Are men outraged?
Germaine shouldn’t have said it – but I think all of these what-ifs just make a bigger deal of it than it is.
Besides, Tony (Abbott) agreed with an elderly lady in a shopping centre who said it a few days later…
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I disagree. What Germaine Greer said was surprising, shocking (especially from her), and there was definitely a backlash. However, if a man said this (or even hinted at it) there would be a huge outcry, he would probably be sacked from any post he held. Why should there be such disparity? I think we need to ask ourselves this. Dismissing it as a hypothetical is not helpful, this needs to be discussed.
Also, Tony Abbott didn’t say anything about Julia Gillards size. he was standing around an old lady who said some unfortunate comments. I know how he feels, my Nan is 91, and she says the most inappropriate things. Nobody blames me for her comments!!
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Mmmm, but my point is that a man didn’t say it about a woman. A woman said it about a woman.
It would have been different if a man had said it, yes. But Germaine is not a man. And men insult men all the time without our outrage.
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My 22 year old son was hit by a white four wheel drive at Redcliffe in Queendland today whilst riding his bike. At age 18 he injured his knee badly playing rugby league and took up cycling to keep fit and healthy.
The driver didn’t stop and left my son injured on the road, there were no witnesses to the accident so the Police have little to go by.
Thankfully my son had minor injuries he was forced to walk 5kms to get help. His bike has been wrecked.
I don’t understand the cruelty of leaving an accident victim.
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I’m so sorry for your son and how unkind the world can be sometimes.
Best wishes for better luck for your and your family and that this driver recieves some serious karma.
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That is absolutely awful! I’m so sorry that he had to go through that. I really don’t understand how someone could do that – so terrible.
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See a solicitor immediately. I would go with Murphy Schmidt in Brisbane. I’m an insurance lawyer, and those guys are the best on the plaintiff side of things for personal injury claims. Hate coming up against them.
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I’m so sorry. Accidents happen, but how heartless to leave a person injured on the road and drive off. Thats cruel beyond belief. I hope he recovers well.
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I ran my first ever half marathon yesterday!! I broke up with my boyfriend 4 weeks ago on Saturday and started training that day!! Before then I could only run 6km… Now I’m single, happier than I’ve ever been, super fit AND a half marathon runner!! I feel like I can achieve anything!!
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Good on you Amy!! Killing it
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That is a great effort. Well done Amy!
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Superstar Amy!
Amazing achievement
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Yay you – that’s freakin awesome!
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I ran my first ever marathon yesterday. I have been training for months and was so nervous about doing it, and I ran it in 4hr 38mins.
I am super sore but super proud!
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A marathon? That is so good EmC. I’m thinking of training for one. I never thought I could run 8km, now that is the normal distance I run with a guy from work.
What was an average week of runs for you?
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I followed a training plan from myasics.com. It was really do able (is that even a word?) and worked really well. I can highly recommend it.
I did 4 runs a weeks and my milage was about 30ish km a week.
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EmC – thanks so much I’ll look into it.
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I went home to spend the weekend with my family which was really lovely, had a brilliant time.
I do feel a bit bad today though – my Dad and his new ‘girlfriend’ came and watched my sister play basketball on Sunday. I sat with my Mum and didn’t talk to the new lady at all … I’ve had little to do with her apart from saying hello. But I really made a point yesterday about not talking to her … now I feel a bit guilty because she looks like a lovely person, she has a really friendly face and looks like she wouldn’t hurt a fly. But I just felt so uncomfortable with my Mum there, and no prior warning that this new woman would be there. So I’m just imagining if there was any discussion about me afterwards between my Dad and her.. I’m probably being touted as the spoilt brat eldest daughter!
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Funny how this can happen when adult kids see their parents separate. I guess your parents’ separation is recent and you’re feeling loyal to your mum. Am sure your dad and his new girlfriend will be patient.
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“Points to Samantha for self-esteem. It’s so very high.”
I doubt it. Everything I’ve read about her positively bleeds insecurity.
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That was sarcasm lovely
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I need some advice. Had a small gathering for a group of friends. I knew every single person at that party and trust them all.
Found out that, after the party, people are missing things (i.e. money) from their bags.I’m just so shocked, I dont know what to say or do. How do I deal with the situation?
Help!
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is there one person that DIDN’T tell you something was missing? maybe that could be an indication of guilt?
that’s a really tricky situation! Could the police get involved? then it could be out of your hands so you’re not put in a more awkward situation :-/
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Wow. That’s a hard one. Were there any kids present? Not to cast blame specifically but sometimes kids tend to be light fingered if they think they can get away with it!
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Thanks for the advice!
Ended up letting everyone know what had happened, and have said it can be returned anonymously to my letterbox without judgement. Have had a couple of people not respond, which is making me suspicious.
Weirldy, there were a number of my valuables, plus my wallet (containing a very large amount of cash) lying around that weren’t touched. I just wish that if a friend were desperate enough to take things from people that know and trust them, they would feel comfortable to talk about it rather than resort to that.
Big dampener on what was otherwise quite a fantastic weekend
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Hi everyone! It’s beautiful and sunny here in Melbourne so I’m in a great mood.
Was sad to hear about Lance Armstrong, my own belief is that he was innocent, so it’s always been disappointing to know people make allegations against him. At least now he’s made this decision he can focus on his family and his charity without worrying about legal battles. Regardless of him being stripped of his titles, we all know he is an amazing athlete.
As for me, I was ecstatic to see that some MMers checked out my new Facebook page about health and fitness, without focussing on weight or looking a certain way (search for A Healthy Paradigm if you’re interested). I’m feeling a bit nervous now about what to post and how often to post, I want to make sure I give people really good information (backed up by research and science, not the latest fads), without bombarding them! Any advice is appreciated
I hope you all have an amazing week xxx
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Hi Everyone!
Had an AMAZING weekend! Husbies returned from Overseas where he’d been working all week – not only did I miss him but I found it “full on” being the sole carer of the kids for the week! When he’s not working away (and when he’s not working too late!) he’s really hands on / involved with all aspects of their lives so I definitely felt the load in that regard!
Have taped 60 mins and looking forward to having a laugh at the Samantha Brick story – or maybe a cry?! Not sure… but read some V funny tweets about it last night so will HOPEFULLY watch it tonight…although I probably WON’T watch it tonight because……
1) I have two posts to write for the blog (cooked two AMAZING things on the weekend…. actually cooked about 15 different things but 2 specifically for the Phoodie Phans and Phollowers!)
2) Have 2 million hours worth of sketching to do for the cookbook I am illustrating
3) Have a great desire to just go the F to sleep (as the book says) because I am EXHAUSTED – 2 babies will do that to you….especially when one of them is sick
Hope everyone had a great weekend
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3rd try!
I can’t believe that Lachy Hulme who plays Kerry Packer in Howzat is the same actor who plays Dr. Martin Clegg in Offspring!!
Mind blown!! WOW
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Spent the weekend finishing up finding homes for crap in the new place and not practising for the three auditions I have tomorrow. Oops.
Today (still Sunday!) I went to the YMCA Dump and Run sale on campus. I didn’t make it on the first day (Sat) because I woke up a bit flu-y, but today was $3 bag day – anything you could fit in a bag was yours for $3. After filling a bag with random household crap, I found a shoe section. I guess this particular pair of shoes had been overlooked because it looked like someone had been mudpuddling in them, but for the equivalent of 30c, I scored a pair of black leather Steve Madden heels. And once cleaned up, they looked like brand new. Score of the century!
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nice work on the shoes!!
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Thanks! I love a good bargain!
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MMer’s I need some advice. How do you know if you have depression or a mental illness?
I’m a 34yo SAHM of three kids, aged 6, 4 and 8 months. I’ve been married for 10 great years. We are financially secure in that hubby earns a lot of money but also works 12 hr days. We have no debt other than a large mortgage.
I’m overweight by about 15kg for my height and need to lose this in order to stop the pain in my knees. I’ve seen an orthopedic surgeon who says my symptoms would be greatly reduced by less pressure on my knees. Good point. I am educated and understand the principles of weight loss. I know that drinking a glass or two of wine at night, most nights, doesn’t help. Nor does having toasted Turkish bread with olive oil for lunch help either.
I feel overwhelmed at times. So much washing, so much tidying and cooking, grocery shopping, a baby who has started crawling and a school boy who comes out with attitude when I least expect it. I also have a son with severe language and speech difficulties (and who will have an operation soon to help with that) so there’s the speech therapy appts and strangers staring at him when he “talks”.
My husband and I have had sex once since my baby was born. We kiss and hug every day but that’s it.
I have seen a psychologist a few times to get my head around weight loss and WHY I can’t do it and i find these sessions helpful and inspiring but after a couple of weeks I revert to old, lifelong behaviours.
I’m starting to think there is more to my mental state. I have an appt with my GP (who is lovely and understanding) in a few days. Does anyone else sometimes feel like this? Or is this just “life”?
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is there any way you add a spot of excercise into your week?? i am a nealy 40 year old with 15Kgs to loose and have recently discovered swimming laps – the silence of the pool is a lovely escape ans does wonders for my headspace.
xx good luck! may your mojo return x
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I don’t have any advice regarding depression/mental illness. However, I highly recommend Michelle Bridges 12 Week Body Transformation for weight loss. I’m a fulltime worker and part time uni student and my grandmother was terminally ill with cancer for the past few months and I visited her every day, so I was busy but with this program it made me prioritise exercise and eating healthy and I still lost weight. I can’t recommend it enough. I feel amazing now and all the recipes are really simple and don’t take long at all and are great for a family (or so I’ve heard). Round 3 has just started this week so if you want to join you must do it now!
ETA – this program also gives you tasks and mindset lessons to get your head right and there’s plenty of support on the forums. Good luck!!
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It’s not just ‘life’ to feel like there’s something missing, or to think you have a mental illness!
You either need to see someone to discuss the possibilities of depression, or really grab hold of some aspect of your life and realise that you ARE worth it, and that you need to do whatever you can to make yourself feel better.
You truely do only have one life. Don’t let things spiral out of control.
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I recently broke up with a boyfriend and having suffered from depression in the past, I threw myself into exercising because this is what I know works best for me! If you just try half an hour of light exercise each day you will be in a much better frame of mind, a lot less overwhelmed and you might even drop some weight too!! Good luck
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I think given what you have going on in your life, it would be normal to feel overwhelmed at times.
You obviously have a lot of stress in your life.
You probably just havent had time to concentrate on yourself and as a result you havent been able to lose the weight.
Do you have someone who can mind the kids for your for an hour a couple times a week so you can go for a walk or do some mild exercise, this would be good for you mentally as well as physically.
I think reaching out to your GP is a good idea as well.
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From my own experience of depression and anxiety, I just knew that something wasn’t right, and I wanted to stop feeling so down on myself all the time, and so unable to cope. I’ve had a lot of life thrown at me in the last 10 months or so, and I hit a point where I felt like I could no longer cope, and where I didn’t like the person I was becoming. Trust me, no one should have to live like this.
I was very against them to start with, but I’ve been on anti-depressants for a month now, and they’ve made the world of difference. My advice would be to speak to your GP, he/she will ask you the right questions and help you make a determination as to where to go.
I have also been doing CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) with a psychologist, and I highly recommend it. It encourages you to understand your thought patterns and challenge unnecessarily negative thinking by considering the most realistic outcomes. I’ve found this super helpful with my anxiety. I’ve also found that regular (daily) exercise has been crucial to maintaining a healthy mental state, as has eating well (fruit, veg, wholegrains, protein) but not depriving myself.
But yes, be open and honest with your GP. They are a wealth of information and support and can help get you on the right track.
Best of luck, and remember there are huge amounts of support out there. xx
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Thankyou everyone for taking the time to post! I really appreciate it. I will definitely be very honest with my gp and hopefully will feel better in due course. Finding time for exercise is truly one of the biggest issues. My husband leaves most mornings around 7am and I have kids to get ready, lunches to pack etc. he doesn’t get home until around 6:30 and I don’t feel that comfortable walking in the dark. I may have to invest in a babysitter during the day so I can get out by myself and exercise.
Love the MM community. Xx
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Hugs to you. It can get overwhelming at times.
With regards to the exercise, it is so important not just for your physical health but also your mental health as it raises endorphins etc. Can you find a gym that has a creche? My local one offers a free creche which is great. I commit to going to the gym, not necessarily for weight loss, but to be the healthiest mum I can be. It also gives me some time out. Drop the kids at school, head to the gym for an hour, then go home to deal with the rest of the day. Just a suggestion. Good luck, and remember you aren’t alone.
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On a more practical level- could you afford buying some exercise equipment? Just an exercise bike or a cross trainer (or which ever cardio machine you prefer) I’m sure you’d be able to find one somewhat cheaply on gumtree if money is a big issue- that way you have the luxury of exercising in your own house if you’re unable to get someone to look after the kiddies?
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Can you walk to school?
I got Michelle Bridges dvds and do them in the garage when bub’s asleep if I can’t go out. They’re a good workout, and you don’t need much stuff to do them.
She also has a new range at Big W of equipment (like fitballs and steps) which come with workout dvds. Highly recommend them!
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Have you got a gym nearby with a crèche? This was a godsend for me. If your family is financially ok this may be a good option. Check em out using the free trial period (every one has this) until you find one you feel comfortable at. Also re the gp a mental health plan will get you subsidized visits to a psych. Speaking from personal experience these (the gym & a psych) were really helpful for me and my family. Mum’s health (mental and physical) is the family lynchpin, but we often put everyone else first. Ive learnt the hard way that the cost in time a d some money it is worth investing in!
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Your GP will test if you have depression. Have you been feeling this way since your baby was born ? It could be post natal. There is no shame in having depression, I have had it for over 20 years and medication has meant I can live a normal life. At first I resisted taking it but now I treat it like my daily vitamin. After all, it is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain. Also,others have suggested exercise which is great .
Please let us all know how you are and how you go at the GP.
All my love to you & your family.
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Get out with a pram or double pram and walk. Or jog. get outside as much as you can, make it a routine and a priority and don’t let yourself make excuses. Visit friends. Broaden your days. Trust me, lots of mums feel the way you do ( been there). I don’t think feeling helpless, in a rut, frustrated and down necessarily means you have depression, but I think it can lead there if you don’t get proactive now. I have three kids, 2, 4 and 6. Didn’t feel better until I put some time aside in daylight hours for myself each day. Only half an hour but it was enough. Talk to your husband and work something out. Good luck .
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I used to make myself have to go out when I was home with KDot day in day out. Like I’d let the milk run low and not get a new one even when I knew it was low, so I’d have to walk to the shops the next day. Stuff like that. And then I’d walk the long way.
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Im thinking of changing my MM name. I think Jenna has run her course and it’s time for a new and exciting name! I love that Cupcake and Wounded Bull (just two examples) are instantly recognizable and I am working on a name that is also recognizable. What do you think? Does anyone care??? Oh well, it IS an open post!
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Just be prepared for whatever name you pick you will get called that in real life. I am Cupcake or Cuppy to many people
But I say go for it!
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Me too! I have noticed several others besides me named Jen. Just can’t think of an interesting new name…
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Choose a name you always wished you had as a kid!! Or is that just me!?
I am giving you advice that i didn’t follow, I’m simply Phoodie because that’s the name of my blog….. but if I was choosing a new name it would be the one I always wanted to be called…. which was Toni!! VERY RANDOM!
I agree with Cupcake, be warned, because if you’re a regular online, be it here or twitter or a blog etc, you do BECOME your online name….. I am now “Phoodie” to every person I know!
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I’m the same! I’ve noticed a couple of other Jules commenting as well… something very unique is the way to go I think.
ETA: In fact, as of now I’m going with Miss Finance in honour of my career, thanks for being the catalyst Jenna!
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I can’t believe Lachy Hulme who played Kerry Packer is Dr. Martin Clegg from Offspring!!
Wow! Just wow!!
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I’m really saddened and disappointed about Lance Armstrong. What is one positive thing that came out of this “witch hunt”? I can’t find one – even if he was guilty.
He is extremely charitable and no longer racing – why tarnish his name so long after he raced, and without any proof?!
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Lachy Hulme was great, wasn’t he? The show even had me riveted.
In the Lance Armstrong case, there is so much evidence that it can’t be ignored forever. He is also not the nice, charitable guy we think he is. Yes, he has raised awareness and a lot of money for cancer charities, but he’s done it on the back of a career that is not authentic. He doped, along with a lot of other cyclists. The reason he is not pursuing action to clear his name is because of the evidence against him. Rather be thought of as a hero who had his titles stripped than for the truth to come out.
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I spent my entire weekend in my PJ’s watching my just-bought season 9 DVD of NCIS
It was fantastic.
To those who are NCIS fans, I really recommend the special features. There’s a Cast roundtable, like they did on the season 4 DVD, which is always great. There’s some great questions and discussion going on.
Also there’s cast commentary on a few episodes (which I love), especially one fabulous episode commentated by Michael Weatherly (Tony) and Cote de Pablo (Ziva). They clearly get along really well, have great conversation, are hilarious, and they even talk about the future of Tony/Ziva (Tiva).
And I love Michael Weatherly. That is all.
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I also love Michael Weatherly. But Mark Harmon? He can interrogate me any time . . .
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ZOMG NCIS YES YES YES!
-Megan, MM Moderater/Intern
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Mark Harmon is the greatest actor in the world. Family Guy even said it
I had a whole conversation with a friend about how we hate when they cast a new love interest for Gibbs, because we want him to be happy… but with Shannon. No one’s good enough for Gibbs but Shannon!
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Mark Harmon is so good that he even married Mindy from Mork and Mindy.. I’m a big fan of him (and of Mork and Mindy) too
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Happy Monday MM’ers!
Hmm, water cooler chat..bloody Carlton played themselves out of the top eight, grrrrr! I’ve got last nights episode of 60mins taped, keen to watch now. Spent a glorious arvo/early evening at the beach with the kids yesterday. This Sydney weather is something I could really get used to. Hubby is travelling a lot at the moment which sucks. Met two news mums at my local playgroup today which was lovely. Looking forward to a great week!
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Sarah I’m feeling your pain re the Blues
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Also feeling the pain of the Blues on Saturday. Still love them though.
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My love hasnt wavered either. There is always next year
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Gosh aren’t we a judgemental lot today and congratulations to all the women on here who have judged Samantha Brick on her appearance – go the sisterhood…..
Perhaps we should all applaude her confidence. She said she is beautiful – how wonderful to feel that way. I know most days I feel far from it. Most days I look at myself with that all to familiar self loathing. Perhaps to her feeling beautiful, rather than the media’s perception of beauty, is to be happy and content in her life.
She says she is happy in her “traditional” role. Once again, how wonderful for her.
How many women on here are very dissatisfied with their lives? We are supposed to be so many things, supposed to cope with it all and come out looking perfect and smiling! But of course no one says that is the case as it isn’t what our mothers and grandmothers fought for. Feminism seemed like a great idea – equal rights, equal pay etc but really for many of us, what benefit has it bought? Most of my friends, including myself, are so stressed out most of the time, trying to be the wife, mother, employee and anything else that women are expected to be. We are also told by the media that we need to have our “perfect” pre-baby bodies back within weeks of having a child, we are supposed to look 20 when we are 40, we are to be gourmet chefs, ideal mothers and ready for experimention in the bed room. No wonder most of us are disillussioned with the sisterhood.
I for one applaude Samantha Brick. She knows what she wants, she knows what she has and is happy with her life. While we may not agree with the life she has chosen or even the way she chooses to express it, do we really need to pull her down all in the name of making ourselves feel better about our choices?
Why can’t we women support each other in all of our life choices, regardless of how different they may be?
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I don’t think people’s aversion to Samantha Brick is because she is happy with her lot in life. I think it’s because of her attitude.
A few months back when the proverbial hit the fan, it was because she stated quit clearly that women hated her because she was beautiful. I don’t think that’s the case at all. It’s one thing to feel like you are attractive, but then another to go round telling everyone that others hate her because she’s so beautiful.
Again, I think it all comes down to attitude. If Samantha wasn’t so in your face about her opinion of herself, I don’t think that many women would “hate” her.
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So she isn’t allowed to be confident and happy with herself? Perhaps she doesn’t express herself that well and needs to edit a bit but really leave the woman alone.
I would have a agree with what she has said however, perhaps it could be expressed better as rather than women hate her because she is beautiful, that they hate her because she says she is beautiful and many women find that kind of confidence intimidating.
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Of course she is allowed, as is everyone else. But she has publicly slammed women for hating her because she’s beautiful. She’s been given the opportunity to word it differently and chosen not to. If you had fluffed up something, wouldn’t you use the publicity to word it better? She has chosen not to.
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I’m one of those people who sighs and rolls their eyes at a lot of the so-called ‘inspirational’ quotes that do the internet rounds. BUT all of the Neil Armstrong quotes are just beautiful and you know, the dude went to the moon – he’s entitled to talk about dreaming big dreams. Such sad news but what a life hey?
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It is truly amazing.
Recently my parents travelled to the US and went to Cape Canaveral for a day/tour. They had a “lunch with an astronaut” and I first thought “oh but is it a real astronaut or someone who….” and then realised that to be an astronaut you have to go up into space. INTO SPACE! And that is pretty cool (and yep they did meet a real astronaut, I can’t remember his name but he did several shuttle trips and even showed them home movies. That is really awesome!)
Vale Neil Armstrong.
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Happy Monday, MMers!
Weekend was full of girly goodness. Took the cherubs to see Step up 4 – Miami Heat. We were full of popcorn and chocolate and just wanted to dance our way out of the cinema. Was a treat for the girls as they had done a heap of surprise housework for me.
Saturday we did more housework and caught up with my bestie and her girl for an impromptu picnic/stroll by the river. Saturday night we watched the Addams Family on Fox. Sunday a delicious sleepin – sans yelling children – hooray!! Went to the movies with two gfs supposedly to see An Affair to Remember – get to the cinema only to realise the brochure my gf had seen wasn’t dated and so no Affair to Remember at all lol. So we took ourselves off and had a girly brunch.
Lovely Dave still texting – we went out for dinner one night and he made me dinner another night last week. The made me dinner thing was during a blackout and it was about 4 shades of romantic *le swoon*.
Please *insert deity here*, don’t let him too become a douche!
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I really liked Step Up 4! I hardly even want to admit it, but I may or may not have even purchased the soundtrack on iTunes…
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I really hope he doesn’t turn out to be a douche, but yourprince charming instead
Xx
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Sending a big CONGRATS to Bess Price on winning a seat in the NT parliament. She is a great role model for all indigenous women, everywhere.
What am I saying ? I think that Bess is a inspiration to us all.
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More job cuts in Queensland this week. It is astounding the insidious ‘cuts’ Newman has made in his short time in power. Funding for supporting women just out of prison, breastscreen, indigenous representation in court to name the lowest. Roadworkers, cleaners, ambulance, firefighters – noone is safe it seems. My partner is possibly in the firing line so it is personal – and excruciating waiting to find out. The atmosphere up here is edgy to say the least. But look out Australia if TA gets in these issues will become national because he will do the same.
Sorry for my cranky watercooler rant – is there vodka in that thing by any chance?
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I live in Queensland and my mother is in Newmans crosshairs too. The stripping of workers rights ( except police) is disgusting. God help us all if Tony Abbott becomes prime minister.
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Went and saw “Jersey Boys” again. I’ve really gotten in to the Four Seasons music since first seeing this show. The songs are so beautifully constructed and really deserve the handle of three minute symphonies. I love being able to research trivia about the group and the inspiration behind each song. Really looking forward to seeing the show again.
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Lance Armstrong has NOT been stripped of any titles.
USADA is just an anti doping agency,it does not have any power to take any titles off anyone.
The world cycling federation is the only organization that can strip a title and so far they have said that they are standing by Lance Armstrong until the see actual proof of drug use.
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I believe the Texas District Court has rejected Armstrongs claim that the USADA doesn’t have the power to strip Armstrong of his titles. I’m not sure if that is correct but that is what I have read.
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It wasn’t Armstongs claim, the cycling federation came out and said that they are the only people that can strip titles. They don’t care what USADA says, until they have proof they are backing Armstong.
Even a USA court does not have a say over the rubbings of an international sporting body.
They give out the awards, they are their awards, they are the only ones who can take them back.
The media have been terrible at doing even simple research on this story, including MM. One person reports something as fact and then everyone else picks it up without checking if it is true.
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Sorry I should have clarified the UCI took their claim to the Court to have it adjudicated on. Agree with you on the media reporting, they just go with the most sensational headlines.
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I love Lance Armstrong, I’m in his corner, and I totally understand him just saying “Right, enough now”. It must be incredibly draining (to say the least) to be accused over and over and over again in the way he has. I believe him.
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Well, I went to a party on Friday and ran into a guy I was seeing for a bit last year. I knew he was going to be there and was worried that it might bring back old feelings but after chatting to him for a bit I wondered what I saw in him in the first place (actually, he is very very handsome). Anyway, I realised that although he is a nice bloke we have about zero in common! We had this big long chat about being single and I realised that I was completely ok with being single at the moment and there is still some stuff I need to figure out about myself before I want to be with anyone right now.
Also, I found my missing “keep cup” (a plastic coffee cup, it’s environmentally friendly guys!), my boss has it! So far I’ve been too embarrassed to ask for it back.
And for the rest of the week end I washed (and polished!) my car and curled up with my dearest Frankie magazine.
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Good for you Jane – I’m a firm believer that being happily single helps to becoming happily coupled. A friend of mine was just so uncomfortable with the thought of being single she just settled with whoever was available and has gone from bad partner to worse. But if you are comfortable enough to wait you realise who is suitable and who is not and much easier to identify Mr Right when he does come along.
P.S Don’t you hate when people steal your mugs at work!
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Had my first experience this weekend of my daughter not being invited to a birthday party that most of her little friends were. Now she is only 4 and has no idea that this party took place, but I am the one feeling a little hurt and rejected. Silly huh? I just hope they are not all talking about it at preschool today and she doesn’t come home asking why she didn’t go.
Also on 60mins, I was more horrified about the story that preceded Samantha Brick. Men getting away with murder and only serving 4 or so years because the women provoked them!!! I just don’t know how a jury could agree on that. Very sad.
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We’re actually going to cover that story separately – stay tuned!
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Oh Jude … Ava is the same age and I dread all of that. I know it’s part of life but gosh it hurts!
And yes, that 60 Mins story was horrific. We were talking about it last night!
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I’m early stages of pregnancy and I already worry what if they’re left out, what if they’re builled.
Im sure at 4 years its probably just a case of keeping numbers down and not being as close to the child as others were but I can imagine it wouldnt feel nice.
Im sure she will be invited to many more wonderful parties in the future
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No I completely understand your hurt Jude. As a parent you want your children to be happy and to know that they are treated right and it kind of stirs up worry within u when something like ur daughter not being invited to a party.
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My cousin was the actor in the strangle re-enactment. Let’s just say that made the story even more disturbing.
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Shame Jude
My daughter is only 2 and a 1/2 but I am PETRIFIED of all that “being left out” stuff….
And I’m a little bit crazy and emotional at the best of times so I am DEFINITELY going to leave “all things like that” for my other half to handle….. he at least can remain calm!
Hope your little one was none the wiser today, and yes, it is all ‘part of life’ but it’s a crap part.
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I didn’t watch 60 mins but saw the ad. It wasn’t clear about how the provoked thing worked, did they actually use the defence of provocation or was did the judge just take the provoked situation into account?
I am curious because the solution depends on how it came about they got short sentences. In Victoria we simply took provocation off the books as a defence. If it is judges just feeling it deserves a sentence discount that is trickier.
I study criminology and the provocation defence riles me like little else. It infuriates me you can murder someone and claim they provoked you. It was used in NSW just recently where a man murdered his wife’s lover.
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I feel like a cripple this morning. Sore back, aching abs, left thigh and right knee are screaming at me. And I’m so happy about it. I spent all weekend at dance camp and LOVED it. It proved that I am actually a good dancer (although one of the beginners yesterday gave me a whole bunch of helpful tips – not) and reminded me that getting out of my comfort zone is a really positive thing to do every now and then. Just don’t remind me about all the disgusting dance clothes I have to wash tonight. I blogged more about it if you are interested.
http://blithemoments.blogspot.com.au/2012/08/dance-camp.html
But I was so tired when I got home last night I completely forgot about Howzat! Anyone know where it gets streamed or if there is going to be a repeat?
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I want to go to dance camp!! Do you have to be good at dancing? (I did it for many years as a kid but sadly it’s not really a natural talent…)
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It was a camp for people who dance Ceroc (otherwise known as modern jive) and everyone had the basics, but some people had only been learning for 6 months or so.
If you want to learn to dance, just do it. Don’t worry about natural talent there is no such thing. I am well known for my ability to fall over my own feet, my parents are still astonished that their unco girl can dance and I’ve become a teacher. Learning to dance is one of the best things I’ve done in my whole life.
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Knowing Ch9, yes it will be repeated, but try the ch9 website. Most tv stations have streaming on their websites now. A quick check says that it’s also available on the less legitimate media sources of the internet (TPB etc), but yeah, should be on the website.
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Samantha Brick is a deluded attention seeker. She’s not ugly but she’s not stunning looking, either. She’s an average looking woman. I admire her self esteem but I think the reason she experiences hostility from other women is mostly to do with what she’s projecting. Germaine was hilarious on Channel 9 last night. I love that woman.
Sad about Lance Armstrong because I really wanted to believe him.
It’s the last module of my Masters and progress is slow. I took today off to study and am off out for a facial. Ooops.
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I love Germaine Greer. The more batty and grumpy she is, the more I love her.
I’m not touching the Lance Armstrong story because I’ve only just recovered from making my last comment about a cyclist a year ago…… :0
And on the weekend I had a glorious outing with one Jamila Rizvi, MM’s Managing Editor. We shopping and at sushi and bought jeans.
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I remember that other cycling comment Mia, and I still agree with you!
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I need advice. Please don’t judge me.
So, I broke up with my boyfriend a few weeks ago and some how wound up on a website. There was this intellegent, smart and sexy guy and we begun emailing. Well, suprise, he has a partner. but he is ‘allowed’ to have an online ‘friend’. They apparently have an arrangement.
I don’t know what to do. My head is so confused.
Does anyone have any advice?
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Stay away.
You’ll only get hurt. There’s also a chance he’s lying and so someone else may get hurt as well.
No good can come from this. Think about it.
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If my little sister was asking me this I would tell her to stay right away. But somehow she always jumps in boots and all because in the end the heart wants what the heart wants. Trust your gut.
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Do not contact this guy again. BELIEVE ME. Talking from experience of a person who has been cheated on if this guy has an “arrangement” then u would also be able to talk tp his partner. You don’t want to be the other woman. Pls listen to this advice. This guy is using u and his partner is probably none the wiser to any of it.
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I wonder if his partner knows about the arrangement.
Stay away. You’re feeling low and in need of some attention. Don’t get it from someone who has deceit written all over him.
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There are plenty of lovely guys online who don’t have partners (I met my wonderful boyfriend online). No need to get yourself into a complicated situation where there’s a good chance you’ll get hurt.
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I wrote a reply to this, MM but it was marked as SPAM when I went to edit it… Please can you repost? Thanks
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Run! Until the soles on your sneakers wear out. Just run Ellizabeth.
Only a steaming pile of you-know-what can come from this. I promise you.
On the upside, at least he’s divulged this before you went so far as to meet.
Have you considered why you’d even consider a man who is unavailable? In a healthy headspace? No? Didn’t think so. I mean this in a sincere way – a few counselling session to get past the hurt of your breakup and assess your direction and goals might be in order to sort things out, and help you get stronger and make better decisions. This is said in kindness.
And if you *still* want him, keep telling yourself: he can never be with me, nor does he wish to be. And he probably has LOTS of online ‘friends’. I’d bet $1,000s on it. You are one of many potential dalliances of his. You know I’m right.
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Run away. Now. No woman in their right mind is ever ‘happy’ about having a bloke who does other girls. Two words – Douche canoe.
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Delete his details, you dont need that crap. You need someone who is decent enough to want you as his girlfriend and be faithful and not play games with anyone.
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Is it just me, or is she NOT beautiful?? Ugh, I can’t stand her.
Spent the weekend trying to convince my 8 week old sleep is a good thing.
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My comment about weighing kids got lost! How about a story on it mm?
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I’m 32 and after realising that I have two little boys that take up all my time and head space I don’t have time for toxic friends or engaging in meaningless bitchy social interactions. I picked up “You Can Heal Your Life” by Louise Hay out of my bookcase where it has sat for the last 10 years after I borrowed it from an ex’s mother and I never gave it back after we broke up. I read it front to back and I got quite a lot out of it. Time to take charge of my life. All those cliches we hear daily don’t become relevant or make sense until we are ready to hear them. I feel better already.
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I didn’t think get Germaines response was funny at all – and that disappointed me cos she is usually quite witty – just eye rolled alot really.
I wonder whether Samantha Brick has any BFF’s?
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She doesn’t strike me as a girls’ girl!
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Samantha Brick is currently in the Celebrity Big Brother house in the UK. She is a really lovely, kind hard-working person. I used to dislike her before I watched her on the show. She also knew what she was getting into before she married Pascal so it is her choice who she marries. I suggest everyone have a cheeky look and get a broader concept of her.
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I enjoyed 60 Minutes last night, each story was compelling. Samantha Brick is deluded, it’s a shame she generalises about women in such a negative way. I wonder if she has any close friends?
The story in the news that has caught my eye is the possibility of a new initiative to weigh kids at school. I understand that their is an obesity problem and statistics need to be collected, I’m just not sure this is the best way to go about it. Parents are ultimately responsible for what goes in their kids mouths & they need to be educated on correct nutrition. Sadly it is cheaper to buy takeway rather than fresh food. This weekend I bought straberries and grapes for about $10, a take away pizza place near our house sells large pizzas for $8.50. I honestly think this is part of the problem.
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Dr Samantha Thomas wrote on the weighing kids here: http://thehoopla.com.au/f-fat/
It’s a good read.
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I do know that this happens in some areas in the US, and has turned into a real problem. The kids being weighed/measured aren’t supposed to know the results, but are often told by the teacher/school nurse (yes, most schools have their own nurse). That opens up another new avenue of bullying – the heaviest kid gets bullied, the lightest kid gets bullied. Having a child on the small/light side, I say he’s been bullied enough because of it. No need to add an extra public way.
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Samantha brick. Yikes. If Germaine Greer is on one end of the spectrum she is certainly on the other. And like germaine Greer who sometimes seems to say things occasionally for attention, ( “Steve Irwin was asking for it”), Samantha seems to do the same. Unfortunately she opens herself up for comments like “she’s no Miranda Kerr” which means she can then say “women are so jealous of me!” again. Please stop giving this woman AirPlay. She is not interesting, she is just an older version of the girls in high school who thought they were too good for everyone because they got more invitations to the school formal. Only they hopefully grew up and she apparently just got older.
My interesting news story for this week is the measuring of kids’ weights. As a personal trainer I am really torn. We do need the research, but as someone whose job it is to help people lose weight I hate bmi. I am trying to lose a few kilos after my second baby and I never ever weigh myself. I do know I am down a dress size and that works for me. My concern is that people will focus too much on the number, (I know it’s meant to be confidential even from the kids but I just don’t see them avoiding being teased in the playground anyway.) If kids learn to focus on the number of their weight instead of a healthy lifestyle we will see more distortion of body image. I know this because I see it in grown ups! Did you know that a few years back the Sydney swans went through fitness testing and based on bmi they were all morbidly obese? It doesn’t take into account muscle mass, bone density etc and can be incredibly misleading!
Teach kids good eating and exercise habits and to love moderation.
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I suspect Mamamia may do a separate post re the weighing kids at school issue.
But if not, I personally think its a bad idea. I understand that we need to tackle the childhood obesity issue but this is not the way to go about it.
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