Monthly Archives: March 2007

Oh Vera, Vera Wang

Ever since I can remember caring about formal wear, I’ve dreamed of wearing Vera Wang.  When my book is adapted to a screen play and wins an oscar, I’ll be wearing Vera. And if for some reason Ralph Lauren coaxes … Continue reading

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Friday Night Lights

I forgot to order you all to watch Friday Night Lights two weeks in a row, but I am now.  If you haven’t seen this show yet, there are three more episodes coming up. As I’ve said before, there’s not a single … Continue reading

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In case you’re all wondering…

…why I’d spend such little money on underpants, take a look at this sweet thing.  Yes, because the only thing keeping me from enjoying wine, cheese and an afternoon nap on my queen size garden bed is the cost of … Continue reading

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Goodbye Victoria Secret, Hello White Cotton Hanes, Part II

Okay folks, I thought I’d revisit one of my first posts from when I started Housewifecafe.  As you can tell from the title of this post, I’ll be updating you on my bargain basement undergarment choices and offer you the best … Continue reading

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Mockingbird: A Portrait of Harper Lee, by Charles J. Shields

This biography is awesome.  It intrigues me that a woman who defined her existence by writing (even as a child) could turn out To Kill a Mockingbird then not publish another piece of text for the next 47 years. In keeping with … Continue reading

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From the Walls of John Wooden

Anyone who reads this blog knows I’m no literary or cinematic snob. I can find enjoyment in nearly any genre or topic or bites of information if there’s something to connect with (even tiny women carrying elephant-sized satchels). Sports are no exception.  … Continue reading

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Why does an appointment at the vet…

…feel like a day at the auto mechanics? Seriously, I spent ten minutes in my vet’s office and walked out 250 bucks poorer. Yeah, boo-hoo, I know, you couldn’t care less. The doctors there are wonderful, but they charged me … Continue reading

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Sweet Sixteen–The Big Dance

Okay, now don’t get too excited, Pitt’s been here before, but again, they’re in the NCAA heading-to-the-finals mix!  What a wonderful week in sports.  The week when your team makes it to the next round and you have several days of … Continue reading

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Weekend Tidbits…

Well, my beloved “Friday Night Lights” is garnering some serious critical acclaim.  And not just here at Housewifecafe.  A critic with the New York Times couldn’t say in enough ways all the facets of the show that make it top-notch–the … Continue reading

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Jokemont

Yes, apparently that’s one fine fellow’s nickname for Oakmont. And while, it maybe so, that Oakmont has it’s jackass side, his biting bitterness was a little odd to me. At my favorite writing spot, I really do write, I don’t … Continue reading

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