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(UPDATE #3) Papai is Right … He Has a Perfect and Sweet Life!
•January 1, 2010 • Comments OffUPDATE #3: Been enjoying the season and really hadn’t given the Maatgoddess much thought — the other blog for the Padawan is so much more fun. Anywho, sifting through a bunch of e-mails and folks have lots to tattle about say. I have only posted about things I personally know about. I won’t blog about anything that I can’t verify. With that said, a couple of you e-mailed me about some real gems — I thank you. 
If I’m able to verify the info, I’ll most defintitely add them to the list below. Afterall, papai says he’s leads a perfect life — That’s what everyone wants, right? So why should he keep the secret to his perfect and successful life to himself?! Pishaw! I say we should all take a peek under the cover. HAPPY NEW YEAR! 
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UPDATE #2: Since more than one of you said the list was “uneven” without a #10 — Here’s a #10. Jeez! You guys are bossy!
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UPDATE: Just received an e-mail lamenting the fact that I failed to include papai’s — shall we say — peculiar ritual that he engages in before heading to Brazil … yes, I did. I completely forgot about it. [Also left out a WHOLE bunch of stuff -- best to keep some things close to the vest for when they are most useful ] Suffice to say, makes you raise an eyebrow about all that hypersexual bravado. Who What is papai trying to fool prove? After this little episode, I intend to (and suggest you do too) check out every guy that enters my life — you never know what MAJOR skeletons are lurking.
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From what we’ve learned his life has been perfect and sweet … Let’s see
1. According to papai, was arrested and charged while a student at Stanford. Seems he had a penchant for stealing and using credit cards from his wealthier classmates. ** Papai’s past made his bar application process a near hurculean task. Ohhh… there’s a lot more to papai than meets the eye.
2. Been trolling the beaches of Brasilia for alt sex for more than a decade.
3. Fired from his judicial clerkship for not doing his job and lying to the judge. But did manage to secure a position as an academic intern at a law firm to fill out the remainder of his time down in the Magic City.
4. Failed to get an offer from Morgan Stanley because “he couldn’t cut it.” ** We got that quote from one in the know, who was at Morgan Stanley everyday and watched papai implode. It also didn’t help that papai “disappeared” quite often.
5. Carrier of at least 2 sexually transmitted diseases cooties that he purposely does not reveal to his partners. Papai acquired the first while at Stanford and actively hides meds. ** Also hides his little blue pills. Can’t blame him on that one. Quite embarrassing, but he does have a few health problems that exaccerbate an already “weak” situation. We were around long enough to witness put up with the decline over a period of years.
6. Barely made it out of Harvard B-School. Almost flunked out his first year.
7. Has thoughts of being Mayor of DC one day and his mentors told him he needed to get married and a have a couple of kids ASAP. He asked a few chicas to be his one and only, only one took the bait. He forgot to tell her he intended on continuing his unfaithful ways … and from what we’ve just heard — still is. But it’s not like she doesn’t know, so I guess it’s ok. ** The citizens of DC should not be alarmed, any intrepid reporter — doing a modicum of research on papai — will dash those hopes.
8. S’pose to be a “developer” but is barely hanging on. Screwing up deals is not a good thing. Nowadays, papai is more akin to a leasing agent who “plays” with members of the staff.
9. According to papai, he has never had a successful relationship in his life. We doubt that will change. He lies constantly — even about the mundane and dosen’t get that he can only have an “open” relationship if his partner consents. Otherwise, it’s called cheating.
10. Will blatantly lie about his medical condition in an effort to limit his legal liability. In other words, he will tell you that he got rid of it and was “reinfected” and that the disease that he has recently been exposed to is the the same as the old. Ya’ know, because after you’ve caught him in a whole bunch of other lies, he thinks you’re stupid enough to take his word over say … a physician. he’s charming enough to keep you believing even more lies.
Yes, papai is surely leading the good life. My life just doesn’t compare! Whoa is me! Glad we’re off of that train … it’s a little too good for us.
(UPDATE #3) Papai is an Asshole A/K/A The Burning Man has Lost His Mind!
•December 30, 2009 • Comments OffOriginally posted Nov. 25th @8:41
UPDATE #3 — Let the games begin!
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UPDATE #2 MEA CULPA! Certainly didn’t mean to make this a protected post. How else can everyone — and not just the annointed — enjoy endure papai’s asshat musings if they’re protected?! Mon dieu! Trust it was a mistake. Been focusing on the other blog which is soooo much more fun!
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UPDATE: Thank you all for your support. Not in the least concerned about papai’s name calling. It’s par for the course, at this point. It rolls right off. He knows what our relationship was — he got caught waaaayyy out there and is now engaging in revisionist history. So be it. I know the truth and have tangible proof of the same. His statement, “Too bad life goes on sweetly and happily for ple who care little about the bruised and tainted ple they r done using like a bus route.” — perfectly encapsulates the kind of person he is. I can name at least 3 other women I know for sure that he has infected. He’s done nothing to apologize, warn or otherwise make amends for his callous and gross behavior. This matters because their partners have been exposed and so will their unborn children. Not in the least a concern for papai. If you haven’t noticed from my postings here — about all kinds of things — any personal embarrassment takes a back seat to what is right and I’ll never let another woman be put in an untenable position, if I can help it. Papai operates on threats and lies to keep his secrets. That’s seemed to work most of his life … until he tried it with me! Guess he was so taken with my boho, buddhist way of living — he failed to take note of the kick ass ninja that lives within. Big mistake!
When I called him a sociopath, some of you thought that was a bit strong. This is who papai really is. I posted his comments, so that you would know just what kind of person I was dealing with.
Again, thank you all for your outpouring of support. Your messages and comments mean a great deal. Have a blessed Thanksgiving! I am celebrating and giving thanks with my family, my Italian maestro , and friends. Life is good!
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Papai decided that today he would go the asshole route. Below, see a smathering of the comments he’s been posting over the last few minutes. First, he called himself “Howardluv02″ and next he created another gmail account with the name “Jumpoffindenial” — they ALL came from the same IP address [Bet that we're tracing it!]. Note his faux concern about the Padawan and his passing along his stds. Hell, it’s not even concern. He’s making light of it! I’m sure his family would be so proud. If I didn’t know this man personally, I’d never believe it. Freakin’ quoting lyrics to a Jay-Z song … All together now, DUMB ASS FUCKWIT!
Wonder if there is a Jay-Z song about knowingly and purposely passing along stds to women for over a decade. Something like …
“I’ve got shit that sprouts like cauliflower on my d*!k but I have the doctor remove them before you can see them and by the way, just picked up some other shit that has a high rate of causing cervical cancer in women.” Chorus: “I got the Burning “D”, Burning “D” — That’s right! Hell yeah, I knew about it — been knowing about — just ain’t telling ya’ll ‘cuz how else imma beg ya’ll to go raw — you know my stamina don’t last but a minute (got the body of a 50 year old, sh*! is ignant!) — that’s why I have to stay “downtown” to keep you c***ing. I got the Burning “D”, Burning “D” — that’s right!” The bonus track on the CD should be — “I keep lying about being REINFECTED. I got this ish for life.”
Mofo is 30+, willy nilly infecting women for over a decade and he lives his life by a f!#*kin’ rap song?! Grrrr!
You know, I’ve been wondering what kind of gift to send to papai’s family from the Padawan for his first Christmas and I’ve decided that I’m going to send a baby album, a compilation of all of papai’s nasty little missives, a lovely note letting them know that hell will freeze over before I let them or papai near the Padawan, and of course, a demo featuring those lyrics. LOL! They’ve already demonstrated what kind of child they can raise — no es bueno! The world does not need another papai. Anyhoo, already got next year’s gift planning started. PERFECT!!!
Papai’s nonsensical, high school fuckwittery, on full display below. Enjoy!
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Submitted on 2009/11/24 at 2:43pm
Too bad life goes on sweetly and happily for ple who care little about the bruised and tainted ple they r done using like a bus route.
Too bad life goes on sweetly and happily for ple who care little about the bruised and tainted ple they r done using like a bus route. justlikeabusroute@gmail.comjumpoffindenial0
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no no. Don’t call yourself a stinker…I like jumpoff much better!
no no. Don’t call yourself a stinker…I like jumpoff much better! justlikeabusroute@gmail.comjumpoffindenial0
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u know u aint posting that question. Stop playing! Damn u really r a dumb jumpoff!
u know u aint posting that question. Stop playing! Damn u really r a dumb jumpoff! justlikeabusroute@gmail.comjumpoffindenial0
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make it visible! You don’t have the balls to make your name visible!
make it visible! You don’t have the balls to make your name visible! justlikeabusroute@gmail.comjumpoffindenial0
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God bless the padawan!
God bless the padawan! justlikeabusroute@gmail.comjumpoffindenial0
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It’s such a shame the padawan could get “the thing” u now have. That really sucks!
It’s such a shame the padawan could get “the thing” u now have. That really sucks! justlikeabusroute@gmail.comjumpoffindenial0
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that wasn’t very nice was it! oh oh!
that wasn’t very nice was it! oh oh! justlikeabusroute@gmail.comjumpoffindenial0
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blogging sure is fun! A voice for the mentally disturbed who hide behind false names!
blogging sure is fun! A voice for the mentally disturbed who hide behind false names! justlikeabusroute@gmail.comjumpoffindenial0
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Do you like the new Jay-z song, “New york”? My favorite quote is “everybody ride her just like a bus route”. If I wrote it, it would be “everybody ride her just like a JUMPOFF!”.
Do you like the new Jay-z song, “New york”? My favorite quote is “everybody ride her just like a bus route”. If I wrote it, it would be “everybody ride her just like a JUMPOFF!”. justlikeabusroute@gmail.comjumpoffindenial0
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Nights of the Living Dead
•December 16, 2009 • Comments OffI am a walking zombie! I can’t get comfortable in bed and I only fall asleep for minutes at a time. Oy vey! THIS. IS. CRAZY! Plz, I need sleep!
Awwww … Judi, Judi
•December 14, 2009 • Comments OffWe’re soooo glad YOU are here, “Ms. Beak.” Hope you don’t mind if we follow you Thanks for playing — yahooooo!
(UPDATE) Kick, Ball, Chain … Kick, Ball, Chain … Kick, Ball, Chain …
•December 9, 2009 • Comments OffThe Padawan is kicking like crazy having a party … dancing up a storm and I want it stop ASAP. I’m ready for bed!
More from Birthing Hands of DC
•December 9, 2009 • Comments OffIf you’re on Facebook, “friend” Birthing Hands of DC. It’s a great community — very good for “virtual” handholding anytime of day or night — trust me, I know
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Birthing Hands of DC: The ubiquitous fear of spoiling your baby by holding/wearing them
Sunday, November 8, 2009 at 10:57pm
The ubiquitous fear of spoiling your baby by holding/wearing them
It seems that lately, (well not really lately, but more than usual) I’ve been hearing so many concerns being voiced about a baby or toddler that is worn in a sling or held in the arms of a caregiver and spoiling them because of this. I can talk myself blue in the face, but this viewpoint is so deeply ingrained in people’s minds that even those who wish to practice attachment parenting are doubting themselves if it truly is the right way to rear a child. I can sit here all day and night writing until I stare carpal tunnel straight in the face, but it’s not my place to say, do this that way and that this way… I just want to offer clarification about a widely held myth that is so pervasive that is has even the most dedicated baby wearing parents sometimes slightly doubtful
The almost intrinsic fear of spoiling an infant by holding, rocking, soothing, or wearing them in a sling
The concern about spoiling one’s offspring is not new. I mean, which parent purposely wants to raise a child who will turn out to be the biggest source of stress for them? No one right? But are we secretly doing so by the parenting strategies our parents and even some grandparents have used? Are we unwittingly turning our children into uncontrollable monsters because of this lack of holding or meeting our babies’ needs? Can a parent or caregiver really spoil a child with love?
I asked on my Facebook what were people’s opinions on responding right away to a baby’s cry, here’s what they said :
A GOOD THING! They are people too with real needs, yes, even the need to be held and loved is real. Don’t we as adults like it?
There is no such thing as a spoiled baby!they have no other way of communication but to cry, so if they cry it is for a reason..and they depend on only you,a baby NEEDS to be held , they need to feel that comfort and trust in you….
As is most things in life, it is a balance. Yes, I am not a mother, so maybe it is easy for me to say for example don’t carry your child when he/she is crying, but as any person, I do have an opinion on the subject.I believe that in the ” caring and nurturing of your child” part it does entail holding your child when he/she cries. But it is not about holding your child, it is when and how often. If your child is crying you should tend to your child, by playing with him/her, singing for him/her, by showing the child attention does not automatically mean you need to carry him/her. Now if that does not work, and the child continuous to cry then yes, I do believe by holding the child, calming him/her is necessary. Of course it can also be when the child is not crying but simply wants your attention, of course you can carry him/her, but for a while, to show him/her that you are willing and able to give him/her attention, but then by placing the child back and then continue playing with him/her….Honestly, by holding your child 24/7 or ignoring your child 24/7 when he/she is crying or/and wants your attention clearly isn’t adequate. It is a balance, which has partly to do with age and the situation. This being said, to each their own, I do believe it requires more than just holding your child when he/she cries for him/her to become a spoiled brat, that has to do with parenting in general. I know the post is long, but goes to show the answer to this question is not good or bad one.
I don’t think holding him when he cries spoils him! I don’t think holding him when he ISN’T crying spoiling him. Spoiling a baby is just not really possible. Now, spoiling a child is another story
In her article on Attachment Parenting, Julie Renee Holland, shows us that ” you can’t spoil a very young baby. Babies under 6 months are just not capable of the reasoning involved in being spoiled”. She asserts that “babies who are held enough to meet their emotional and physical needs will start to get down and move around on their own as soon as they are able to do so. Content, curious and alert, the held baby soon sees that there are things going on down there that they want to check out. This is a normal part of their development and holding them will not disrupt their natural urge to explore unless you don’t let them down when they decide they are ready.” This can be compared to a baby that is in it’s mothers womb. The baby knows when it is has reached it’s correct gestational age and when mother’s body is ready for labor. In rare instances, complications arise on their own (as occuring in a completely natural drug/intervention free birth) in which the mother cannot give birth naturally.. of course, the exception is not the norm. The same goes for a baby, developmentally speaking, who knows when he’s ready to start exploring. Some babies start young, and others take longer. This happens, regardless of the fact whether the baby was carried or ‘worn’ a lot or not.
“consistently making light of a child’s discomfort, (big boys don’t cry) (don’t be a cry baby), trying to distract a crying baby with food, or getting annoyed, can be eventually interpreted as rejection. Eventually, the child learns to keep their feelings to themselves, fearing ridicule, teasing, or upsetting the parent. They can also learn such troublesome core beliefs such as “I am not worthy of Love” ”
Putting the “possible delay of developmental milestones due to constant carrying”, we’ll go on to our main thought and question, that of, can a parent/caregiver really spoil a baby by holding it whenever it cries?While I am certain that parents can spoil their children, this does not happen during the period of infancy. I want to see anyone try and reason with a two week old about when it is time to be sleep and when it isn’t. It’s just impossible. So, why do you think you can spoil your child, “surrendering” to him, by holding and cradling him in your arms against the warmth of your body and the beating of your heart?
In another article, Krissana Jeffery shows us that “Since the time of Dr Spock, parents were taught to not always answer their child’s cry for comfort, for fear of spoiling them. Many parents (now grandparents) took this advice very seriously. They didn’t realize, that how we respond to their cues for comforting, will influence how they feel about themselves and relate to other people in their future. Parents were led to believe that continual comforting could be spoiling. But there is a vast difference that begs to be recognized.
According to pediatrician, Dr.Meriam Rossi, research has shown that how consistently you comfort your baby when sick, upset, or hurt, especially in the first year, is extremely important. By responding to your child’s cues for comfort with acceptance and loving gestures, your child will soon learn to calm and comfort itself. (the payoff!)”
Krisanna also illustrates something imporant when she said “consistently making light of a child’s discomfort, (big boys don’t cry) (don’t be a cry baby), trying to distract a crying baby with food, or getting annoyed, can be eventually interpreted as rejection. Eventually, the child learns to keep their feelings to themselves, fearing ridicule, teasing, or upsetting the parent. They can also learn such troublesome core beliefs such as “I am not worthy of Love” ”
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In yet another article, Amy Weekley drives the point straight home.
Many parents believe that allowing a baby to “cry it out” will foster independence. They believe that attending to a baby’s every cry will teach the baby that crying will always get him what he wants, and he will become spoiled. But what these parents fail to realize is that babies are not meant to be independent at such a young age. They are naturally designed to be dependent on their parents, as are babies of all mammal species. They cannot change their own diapers, prepare their own food, get their own toys, or even move their own bodies very far without help from their parents. Allowing a baby to cry unnecessarily doesn’t teach him to be independent, because by nature he is incapable of independence – it instead teaches him that his cries are not important, and that he must learn to do without the things he needs. In contrast, responding to a baby’s cries teaches him that his cries are a powerful communication tool, that his parents are listening when he needs something, and that his needs are important.
Babies have a real need for physical affection. Infants who are not touched can actually die, which indicates that snuggling and touching are not simply small acts of love to be doled out sparingly, but are instead vital to a baby’s health and well-being. Touch helps to aid a baby’s emotional development and relieves stress. Some studies suggest that frequent touch results in more rapid brain growth, stronger immune systems, more independence later in life (as well as less fear), and more rapid motor development. Babies who are touched frequently also tend to sleep better and fuss less than babies who are not. Babywearing fills this need for human touch in a way that would be difficult to achieve otherwise. Being carried close to a parent’s body simulates the warm security of the womb, which can help the baby feel less stressed and more at ease. This comfort enables the baby to focus his energies toward growing and learning, rather than trying to find ways to soothe himself. Babywearing does not, as some believe, spoil a baby or condition him to want to be held all the time. A baby who is worn does not automatically grow into a clingy toddler. In fact, studies show that the opposite may be true. A baby who is worn through his infancy may be more likely to show a healthy independence as he grows older. Because he has been given that extra security of knowing that his parents are always there if he needs them, he is more able to strike out on his own and try new things. He does not have to be clingy, because he has no fear of abandonment.
I would like to present one more argument to why we should respond to our babies’ cries. Take a good look at our anatomy and some physiological processes. We’ll take for example, a lactating mother. When a mother decides to breastfeed, especially during the first weeks ( but can go on for months and months and months) when she hears her baby’s cry, her milk starts to flow uncontrollably. This is an oxytocic response in the mother’s endocrine system. Obviously hearing the baby’s cry, possibly for milk, the body knows right away to stimulate the let-down reflex and keep the milk on coming! This is a completely uncontrollable physiological and psychological response to a need being voiced on the baby’s part. This shows us, that we were designed, our bodies we designed to respond to the baby’s cues, be it for nutrition or simply for solace. Why do we then work against that intrinsic urge and automatic response and actually convince ourself that ‘it’s not for the good of the child, let me let him cry it out a bit and see…’. If you are the parent of a young infant, or even a toddler, why not try a different approach to the “cry it-out” system. Try adressing your infants needs right away and meet them. It does take time and sometimes cinsiderable efforts, but if the results are a happier more secure and independent child, isn’t it worth while?
Hey, Mamasitas!
•December 9, 2009 • Comments OffGot this from Birthing Hands of DC — Great exercise! http://www.birthinghandsdc.com Birthing Hands offers drug-free, natural childbirth and other related services.
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Birthing Hands of DC: Exercises to connect with your baby in utero
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 2:00am
This looks like it would be a good mindful exercise to help women connect to their babies!
As you proceed with this exercise be aware that each of us receives intuitive information differently. Be open to what you are feeling, knowing, hearing, and seeing as you play with this exercise. Also remember, the more you employ this exercise the richer your experience will become.
Establishing the Connection
1. Take a deep breath as you ground your body. To ground, make an imaginary connection between the base of your spine as wide as your hips to the center of the earth. You may wish to put an X on your spine and an X at the center of the earth and connect them with an imaginary tree trunk, a waterfall, an anchor, or with any other imagery which you create.
2. Imagine an empty bubble outside of your body. It might be in front of your face, or in front of your heart. Ground this bubble (connect it to the center of the earth with its own grounding cord).
3. Now invite the spirit of your unborn child to fill this bubble. To facilitate this connection some parents will connect a tube or telescope from themselves to this bubble. For example a tube which leads from the baby’s grounded bubble to their own heart.
4. Be aware of what you notice, see, feel, hear or know about this bubble.
Beginning a Conversation
Now that you have grounded your body and set up your method of communication with your baby, you can begin your first conversation with your baby.
1. From the top of your crown chakra ( on the top of your head) create a gold ring which encapsulates a “hello-I see you.” Send that gold ring “hello” over to your unborn baby’s bubble. Notice what your baby’s reaction is to this hello. What happens to its bubble? Do the colors and/or images around your baby change? Does your body feel different?
2. Now ask your baby if he/she has anything to tell you. Again be aware of your body.
3. To close your conversation send a good-bye (in the same way you sent the hello) over to the baby’s bubble.
Journaling or art supplies can serve as concrete tools to integrate this experience for yourself. Remember, when you set the focus of your communicating with your unborn child in play and joy, you will receive much more information.
Enjoy!
Teresa Robertson, RN, CNM, MSN
Rail Against the Machine Part II
•December 9, 2009 • Comments OffSome folks seem to be confused — they continue to put in a combo of papai’s name and one of his lady loves and keep coming up with the “Rail Against the Machine” post. Um…again, you see what I want you to see, when I want it to be seen. In other words, the posts are there, just not for you But keep checking in — I make posts available on a whim. Thanks for stopping by!
(UPDATE #2) Om…
•December 9, 2009 • Comments OffUPDATE #2: LOL! Guys, it’s not a contest! It’s not something you would know off the top of your head unless you’ve been trained to think like this or had to deal with the issue. Trust me, you can’t just read the post and automatically pick up on the issue/meaning and its significance — you might figure out the “what” by piecing together different posts, but the “why” is probably going to be a little difficult — and that’s by design love muffins. You know the devil reads the blog often walks among us
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UPDATE: Bravo! A couple of you pieced together the what and why of that little nugget … smart cookies you are — two snaps and a high five! Shhhh!…now keep it to yourselves
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Yoga class a/k/a the class for pregnant mommas who have a lot of free time to do whatever, whenever is pretty cool. Are we getting much out of it? Nah…most of us aren’t performing the poses as well as we should be but it’s fun to gossip, talk about all the crazy stuff going on, stuff husbands and significant others are doing and not doing i.e., you get to bitch with chicas who are just has crazy as you are understand. Our yogi doesn’t know what to do with us. But the best part is after class where we wobble proceed to the nearest cafe to eat to our hearts contents, gossip some more, trade ideas and then talk about the latest offerings from lululemon. Oh yeah, R-I-V-E-T-I-N-G!
Slip-N-Slide
•December 8, 2009 • Comments OffI rebelled something fierce against having the “old lady” rails installed in the bathrooms but tonight, I take it all back. Whew, Lord! I take it all back – saved my azz. G’Nite!
Happy Dance!
•December 8, 2009 • Comments OffThe second Bug a Boo FINALLY arrived and of course … right after I leave the new spot. Ugh! I want to see it in person! *stumps feet like a 2 yr old ‘cuz someone snitched to Nana Padawan that I flew to the spot and now I’m grounded unless I stay on the East coast. Boo!* Anyhoo, now we have a black one. Love the Bug a Boo!
Ok, Ok — I Give Up!
•December 4, 2009 • Comments OffSome of ya’ll are soooo bossy! Jeez! Ok, I’ll open the posts up — I’m sure you’re dying to read all about my attempts to make homemade baby food, recipes I love and my poor knitting skills. Riiiiggghhhtt! I don’t get it — I’m not particularly funny. Just the rants of a sometimes pissed off but mostly happy — and somewhat content — chica. Anyhoo, I’ll open them up but right now, it’s nap time — seems like it always is. I’ll get to it — I move at a snail’s pace of late. So, um…no more emails about that. Deal?!
Ohhh, yeah … A big hello to my 19 new readers voyeurs. Nine of you have A LOT in common. Don’t worry, I won’t out you … unless you cause mischief. Two of ya’ll I AM SHAKING my finger at ‘cuz I’ve heard about you and from what I hear, if you’d have spoken up years ago the WORD would have been out and quite possibly, four — and god knows how many others — of us wouldn’t be in our current predicament. But I’ll forgive, if you promise to do a couple of Hail Mary’s and to be better sistafriends in the future. Ok, lights out!
Not Prepared to Go This Far …
•December 4, 2009 • Comments OffA midwife or dula is the best way to go — (((scary))) — but the probably the best. Hmmmm… Interesting story. The doc who came to speak with my Holisitic Moms group told me I shouldn’t give up on a natural birth. Oy vey! They all have an agenda.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/34225823/ns/health-womens_health/
Vanity, thy Name is Woman
•December 3, 2009 • Comments OffHad a great dinner out with friends tonight — the District Chophouse is the best! I am A-D-D-I-C-T-E-D! I eat there at least twice a week. But I must admit that the best part of the night for me was all of the compliments — yes, I still rock the heels — and as always, they’re fierce. I don’t press my luck with 6/7 inches now, but I did 4.5 tonight and didn’t wobble one bit And … oh yeah, there’s is still daylight between my thighs. LOL! I’m a girly, girl through and through … nothing going on in my life will EVER change that. Blah, will never do for this little kitty — MEOW!
Just ordered the Miu Miu Caged Sandal for “after” … You like? Yeeeeeaaaahhh, you like it … you like it a lot
Learn Something Everyday
•December 2, 2009 • Comments OffI find it interesting that folks try to reach the site using off — out of context — search terms. Why not start at the top and just scroll through? Anyhoo, from the inception of the blog we’ve always keep a running tally of all the IP addresses, flagged certain ones (wink, wink) and kept an electronic log of that person’s usage and search terms. In other words, it doesn’t matter what search terms you use, your IP address is like GPS. Mayhem takes the IP address and follows it all over the net. See, while you try to come here undercover by using odd search terms or fake gmail accounts, your IP address remains the same. So, let’s say, when you log into your real gmail account, visit certain sites, log into your workplace’s secured internet site, or visit sites where you’ve input your real name to sign in — we now know exactly who you are. No speculation — we’ve got you dead to rights. No worry to my avid readers — out of what seems like a kagillion IP addresses, we’re only concerned with 11 and we’ve gotten the info we needed.
What is it they say about going to hell to get your witnesses when you’re dealing with the devil?
(UPDATE) Knitted Hooded Baby Cape
•December 2, 2009 • Comments OffUpdate: It’s FINALLY finished! YAY! Very pleased … so pleased (and confident), I think I’ll look for a pattern for booties.
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Originally posted Sept. 10, 2009 @ 10:40
Hooded Cape
I’M DETERMINED TO COMPLETE THIS PROJECT
These directions are for size 1. Changes for size 2 are in parentheses.
Materials: Bernat Pompadour (1 oz. pull skeins) 5 each White MC and Pink C CC; 1 pair each straight knitting needles No. 1 and 5 or any size needles which will give the stitch gauge given below; 1 steel crochet hook No. 4; Stitch holder.
Gauge: 7 sts = 1″. 12 rows or 6 ridges = 1″.
Back Lining: Using No. 5 needles and CC, cast on 96 (104) sts. Mark first row for right side of work. Work even in garter st for 6 1/2 (7) inches, ending with wrong side row. Shape Raglan Armhole: Dec 1 st each end of needle every other row 6 (8) times. Work even on 84 (88) sts for 8 more rows. Sl sts onto a holder.
Left Front Lining: Using No. 5 needles and CC, cast on 56 (60) sts. Work even in garter st for 6 1/2 (7) inches, ending with wrong side row. Shape Raglan Armhole: At arm edge dec 1 st every other row 6 (8) times. Work even on 50 (52) sts for 8 more rows. Sl sts onto a holder.
Right Front Lining: Work to correspond to left front, reversing all shaping.
Sleeves: Using No. 5 needles and CC, cast on 46 (50) sts. Work even in garter st for 7 (8) inches, ending with wrong side row. Shape Raglan Cap: Dec 1 st each end of needle every other row 6 (8) times. work even on 34 sts for 8 more rows. Sl sts onto a holder.
Join Body and Sleeves: Using No. 5 needles and CC, with right side facing you, k 50 (52) sts of right front, 34 sts of one sleeve, 84 (88) sts of back, 34 sts of other sleeve and 50 (52) sts of left front – 252 (260) sts. First Dec Row: K 6, K 2 tog 22 (23) times, knit 34, k 2 tog 42 (44) times, k 34, k 2 tog 22 (23) times, k 6 – 166 (170) sts. Yoke: Change to No. 1 needles and continuing in garter st, k 4 rows MC, 4 rows CC and 6 rows MC. Using MC, k 1, p 1 in ribbing for 1 1/4 inches. Shape Neck: Short Rows: Row 1: Work in ribbing to last 12 sts, turn. Repeat this row 7 more times. On next row work ribbing to end of needle, turn. Second Dec Row: Work in ribbing for 13 sts, * p 2 tog, repeat from * 34 (35) times more. Work in ribbing to end of row – 96 (98) sts. Bind off in ribbing.
Hood Lining: Using No. 5 needles and CC, starting at front edge, cast on 96 sts. Work even in garter st for 5 1/2 (6) inches. Bind off. Fold in half and sew back seam. Neck Band: Using No. 1 needles, with right side facing you, pick up 96 (104) sts on lower edge, k 1, p 1 in ribbing for 5 rows. Beading: * k 1, p 1, k 2 tog, y o, repeat from * to last 4 sts, k 1, p 1 to end of row. Work in ribbing for 5 more rows. Bind off.
Finishing: Sew sleeves to back and front armholes, matching ridges. Sew underarm and sleeve seams. Sew hood to neck. Right Front Border: Using No. 5 needles and MC, with right side facing you and starting at neck shaping, pick up 62 (68) sts on right front. K 1 row. Using CC, k 2 rows. Using MC, bind off. Left Front Border: Work to correspond to right front border.
Outer Jacket: Using MC, work jacket in same manner as lining, reversing colors. Hood: Using No. 5 needles and CC, cast on 96 sts. Join MC and k 2 rows. K 2 rows CC. Break off CC. Using MC, finish to correspond to lining. Weave all edges tog, making garment reversible.
Cord: Using CC, make a ch 40 inches long. Work 1 sl st in each ch st. Run cord through beading and trim with a pompon at each end. Steam.
Don’t Yell at Me!
•November 29, 2009 • Comments OffYes, I know we were all having a grand ole’ time talking about everything under the sun but … you know what happens when kneegrows crash the party — trust that the fun isn’t quite over. Besides, all of the posts here have been mirrored imaged at the other spot. So much more fun over there! But if you feel the need to complain about the inconvenience, just e-mail me and I’ll send you the kneegrow’s address, s’pose super secret cellie, and work info. Make your voices heard!
P.S. Some of you have asked about the hooded cape. It’s coming along nicely. I’ve really gotten the hang of it. Give me a minute and I’ll unlock that post so that you can copy the pattern and instructions.
(UPDATE) Time …
•November 29, 2009 • Comments OffUPDATE: H-I-L-A-R-I-O-U-S! No dear hearts, you’ll know when you receive an official announcement — no announcements will be made via e-mail or blog and certainly wouldn’t be titled “Time.” C’mon …
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Time is the one thing we can never get back, so let me help YOU out here. There are 250+ posts on this blog — thanks to papai’s meshugas, most are now protected. That means if you’ve not been given the password, you can’t view it. Then, there is a whole other category that I’ve made private — they won’t show up for the unannointed’s viewing pleasure unless and until on a whim, I change the status or you have the majic touch. And, if you happen to know the title of a private post, WordPress will give YOU a little message that says something like “Maybe you’re looking for something you’re not supposed to find.” Understand what’s going on, now? So do you yourself a favor and stop wasting so much time trying to view protected and private posts.
With that said, it’s a beautiful Winter’s evening, why don’t you spend it in front of a crackling fire, with some hot cocoa and one of your special friends, a Betty or whoever, instead of looking for things, I’ve blocked from your view. This is my arena — you’ve not been invited to participate in any of it. Party crashers are soooo declasse.
Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!
(UPDATE) She asked, “Does this sound like anyone you know?”
•November 28, 2009 • Comments OffUPDATE: I fixed the link since it’s BEYOND some of you to search for the story!
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Sista loves the gossip blogs — she just showed me this story Too funny! They never learn!
http://bossip.com/183109/keyshawn-johnson-put-on-front-street-by-white-woman-and-sister-he-is-playing-on-both-coasts/ do hope that the ladies aren’t totally dependent on Keyshawn … ‘cuz when you have your own, you can manuever as you plea$e.
** As my readers know [BTW, we've hit close to 13k page views since the blog began] I had all but abandoned this site and was about to put it into File 13. It really is A LOT to maintain several blogs but…papai’s BS has renewed my interest in the Maatgoddess, so we’ll be spending more time together
Wait … Howardluv02 is Baaaccckkk and He’s Sending Veiled Threats!
•November 24, 2009 • Comments OffI think we can safely consider this a threat in light of all of the other postings sent from this IP address. “Be a goodgirl! You want the non-miscarriage Gods to be with you now!” Each has been sent to the proper authorities.
P.S. Did papai refer to the Padawan as a nig__? Oh yeah … we’re talking real fatherhood material. Of course we all know, you can’t teach class, one must be born with it. Well if he wants to play … he’s going to have to pay.
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You aint see nothing yet! wink wink! I play like a Dajabon mud highway.
You aint see nothing yet! wink wink! I play like a Dajabon mud highway. howardluv02@gmail.comhowardluv0
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Maatgoddess…we can play 2. This [] mama is going to be single for life. Don’t mess with the Haitian Tsunami! tsk, tsk!
Maatgoddess…we can play 2. This [] mama is going to be single for life. Don’t mess with the Haitian Tsunami! tsk, tsk! howardluv02@gmail.comhowardluv0
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tsk tsk! papai loves to play too.
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Be a goodgirl! You want the non-miscarriage Gods to be with you now! Can’t wait to play with my little nig__!
Be a goodgirl! You want the non-miscarriage Gods to be with you now! Can’t wait to play with my little nig__! howardluv02@gmail.comhowardluv0
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(UPDATE) Howardluv02 Wants to Get to Know the Goddess … Is this a Luv.02 Match?!?
•November 24, 2009 • Comments OffUPDATE: You know what they say about curiosity killing Howardluv02 the cat … well, the cat is now DEAD!
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Someone’s trying to have a little fun this holiday season! YAY! All, we have a frenemy by the name of Howardluv02 beyatch has no imagination. Howardluv02 is based in DC, uses Comcast Cable services to send e-mails — via a newly created gmail account — to the Goddess and wants very much to know who the Maatgoddess is. What?! No inquiry about the Padawan?! Boo! We’ll know more after Mayhem works his majic Ah…More fun and games with papai!
Wow! What a Day!
•November 20, 2009 • Comments OffAlready close to 1200 views today! I really am at a loss for words — Nothing really “new” has been posted here for a while, but … if you’re interested in my little meanderings and tantrums, go for it. Besides, who can resist a Padawan and Padawan swag! BTW, lots of searches for the Sharecropper today yet another Betty today. Go figure!
We Have A Winner!!
•November 19, 2009 • Comments OffThis is what I chose for the Padawan. Ordered the entire set as shown. It’s stunning in person. YAY! I LOVE IT!! If you go to the other site, you can get an idea of how the nursery is being decorated. SO EXCITED!
Chelsea Antique Silver Crib
(UPDATE) I’ve Decided…
•November 18, 2009 • Leave a CommentUpdate: Since it seems beyond some people to understand why the c-section — I’m re-posting this. I’d already hired a Dula and signed up for birthing classes before my doc made it clear natural birth would not be the best. I was TRYING to do the right thing! 
This is out of my hands.
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Update: I go into serious emotional waves when I think about what papai is costing me and the Padawan. Today, I want to slit his throat — literally. If wishing someone dead actually worked, he would be six feet under already.
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Can I tell YOU how much I hate YOU right now! Not once did YOU stop to think of the consequences of your actions. And again, an innocent is paying the price. It’s always about what makes YOU feel good, strokes your massive, immature ego. Trust that this will be the LAST TIME that YOUR reckless behavior touchs MY child. YOU have done this to YOUR own. YOU are an abomination!!
They’re Baaaaaccccckkkk!
•November 18, 2009 • Comments OffWhat in the world is going on?! Is there a Betty convention going on? [I have a membership list, if ya'll need to check for interlopers. No, really I do. It's a nifty spreadsheet.] Is there a new Betty-in-waiting checking out papai? Is someone trying to figure out when the Padawan will make h** arrival? Found out that papai left you the gift that keeps on giving? What??? I ask because of the particular posts folks have checked incessantly today. So far, 418 views today for a handful of posts — that were viewed over and over again. I don’t know what is going on, but after one of the Bettys tried to take the blog down, somebody is back with a vengeance. I’m glad you are love muffins …
P.S. Little Miss “Gawdawful Aim” — You’ve been very popular of late in the search engine. I wonder who is entering the search for “Gawdawful Aim Papai?” I kid. I kid. I know exactly who keeps entering it.
And Like the Phoenix …
•November 17, 2009 • Comments OffThe Maatgoddess rises from the ashes again! How many times has it been now? Twice that someone has tried to put the blog out of commission. First, papai stole the password and broke into the Maatgoddess account pretending to be me and shutdown the blog and then one of his Bettys tried to shut it down. Boo! What a party pooper! And, I thought we were all having a good time. I hear it’s cold in Beantown and I certainly wouldn’t want to make this your winter of discontent, so how about I rescind my open-ended invite to the party and you make like a bat out of hell. Cool?! Cool!
(UPDATE) PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT FOR MADANM NAN
•November 15, 2009 • Comments OffUpdate: All, thanks! Although I am a very poor speller, I did not misspell “Madanm Nan.” The intended recipient will understand — it’s in their language. Now, if you don’t mind, I’m done answering questions about Madanm Nan and this meshugas. My blood pressure has gone up and that’s not a good thing. I’m thinking I might get pregnant again one day so that I’ll know what it’s like to have a blissful pregnancy. Well … as blissful as one can have without worrying about the Padawan catching cooties. Grrrrrrr!
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You’re all kinds of out of pocket here. Anyone who claims to have been following the blog knows what I’ve had to deal with and am dealing with. Clearly, I want to disembowel papai there is animous towards papai, for all that he has caused. So when you try to sidle up to the Maatgoddess to get access, without revealing your ahem… close relationship with papai, expect to get a virtual beatdown tongue lashing. I don’t trust any “new” people trying to get into our biz, with good reason. Too many of papai’s Bettys running around all too willing to believe his lies and do his bidding. I don’t know you from a hole in the wall. Do you really think I would give someone like you the keys to the kingdom? Even if I didn’t believe — and I most certainly do — that papai put you up to this, I still wouldn’t grant you access. I know all about your love for papai. You’ve got it bad — you’re the kind of chica that would give him the key to get back in good.
I would suggest changing up your M.O. ‘cuz everyone is hip to it. Trying to get in the mix with women you know are in a relationship with papai or have been in a relationship with papai, without revealing how deep into him you were/are your relationship with him, is a non-starter — You should expect to be met with suspicion and derision. From what I know of your past dealings with women associated with papai, you are no sisterfriend. So do us all a favor — move along — forget about this little saga. Do not risk my ire or that of papai — this is serious business. And do yourself a favor, stop checking for him — that’s what got you in this current pickle. Trust me on this. I don’t know any woman who has rid herself of him that isn’t now living a more brighter, happier, loving, more fulfilling life.
(SOME MORE MESHUGAS) Oh, Papai …
•November 14, 2009 • Comments OffMs. Aine,
I am well aware of who you are and your relationship to certain parties. A key will not be forthcoming.
—–Original Message—–
From: gawdawful.aim @gmail.com ** [It's a psuedonym -- don't bother searching for it. Tehehe! We know who you are ]
Sent: Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:02:07 -0500
To: []
Subject: Re: Key
Hi:
I didn’t get a response – and I was rushing to get off the email when I sent you my original email because my email-credit was running low.
Anyway, I reread my email and “proud” was not the right word I wanted to use – but I do find the way you’re handling everything to be interesting.
Well, please send me the key when you’re able.
Geraldine
On Mon, Nov 2, 2009 at 8:56 PM, G******** A**** wrote:
Hello:
I have been following your page and would like to get access to the new website.
Please provide me information on how to do so.
And I am sorry that you’ve been dealing with this, but proud on how you have been handling it all!
G********
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“To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.”
-Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Update: Not being a church going holier than thou chica, I’m always amused when someone presents themselves as angelic and Christian like when the whispers in the background are all about how “shady” they are when it comes to other women. But since you’ve chosen the “God Bless You” route Missy, I’m sure you’ll understand this gospel: “Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.” — Matthew 7:15
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Update: I’m more than a little annoyed by this attempted breach — incensed is more like it. I’m going to have to think of the best way to respond. Hmmm…maybe my friends at ICE can shed some light on what should be done. I do hope ALL of papai’s love muffins have everything in order.
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Why in the world did you send Geraldine one of your loving Bettys to spy for you? And so openly! Don’t you know better by now? We were doing so well with our little detente, but you just couldn’t resist. Now I’m completely annoyed. I’d hoped that we could keep “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” rolling along. Alas, you’ve thrown down the gauntlet, so here we go … round and round again. *** Don’t worry, she did her best to distance herself from you — not very convincing. The lady doth protest too much, me thinks. Did you really think you’d get away with it? Truth be told, at this point, I probably know more about your “relationships” and other “entanglements”you … than you do. Heck, we’ve even got a spiffy spread sheet. And that’s a good thing
(UPDATE TO THE UPDATE) For the Last Time … Susan Taylor & Sex Tourism
•November 11, 2009 • Comments OffUpdate to the Update: My notifications have been going off like (((CRAZY))). Every time I try to leave you keep pulling me back. Seriously, thank you all for the concern. As I mentioned in previous posts, because of papai’s cooties, the Padawan is likely to have upper respiratory problems and may also develop a “blockage” in the throat (laryngeal papillomatosis) from the growth of one of the cooties. With respect to the latter, it could be two to three years after birth before we know. A growth in the Padawan’s mouth and throat is life threatening. That’s why I have opted for a C-section. We’re trying to minimize the Padawan’s exposure. If that is not successful, the Padawan will be subjected to laser therapy and/or Interferon therapy to contain any blockage. Papai’s first and only gift to the Padawan … How special Yes, we have looked at our legal options — all viable options will be acted upon once the Padawan arrives. And no, papai has not inquired about the health of the Padawan etc. which is fine with me. As long as he stays away, we will handle everything. [I do not want him or his family near my Padawan. I will not allow it. I'll hire somene to bury him alive in his beloved home away from home, before I let that happen. Surely, Comando Vermelho has a price. I kid, I kid. Kinda' ] Should he rear his starting to bald little head … well, we will make sure that he provides all the assistance the law requires — and more.
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Update: Yes, I knew about the trips — papai loves Brasilia — but did not know what he did there, until recently. He’s been making trips for more than a decade. I needed to know about papai’s activities in Brasilia for one reason only — in aide of protection of the Padawan. Other than that, I could care less about his fetishes and all the places he enjoys putting his member — in that regard, he’s no longer my problem. He’s already f&!@ed with my health — and several others — and more than likely the Padawan’s too. With respect to the Padawan, it really is more of a question of the extent to which the Padawan will be affected — not if. Papai knowingly passed along cooties — yes, plural. Not much more he can do to us. And … No, I’m not revealing the “ritual” — an astute reader of the blog can get the Flavafigure it out.
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Okkkkkkaaaaayyy… Since I made a promise and you don’t yet have the keys — here’s the deal on the Susan Taylor & Sex Tourism post. Um…first off, as far as I know she doesn’t engage in sex tourism. The title is tongue & cheek. Susan Taylor used to be the Managing Editor of Essence magazine. Several years ago, Essence broke the story on Brazil and black male sex tourism. It’s the #1 destination for black men go to get all sorts of “feelgood things” done to them. Who knew?! [*** Has never crossed my mind to travel to another country for sex. Don't we have prostitutes here? Hit me up if you understand this. What doesn't surprise me is that black men would flock to a place where they could exploit poor women of color.] Not being an avid reader of Essence, this “tourist” destination went right over my head.
A certain someone … cough, cough, cough… has taken MANY solo jaunts to Brazil and has a peculiar “ritual” he performs right before he leaves to “enjoy” the delights. [***Thank you little Ms. Ivy League Pissed Off to the Highest Pisivity with papai, who put a little bug in our ear] Had I known about this um…”destination,” I would’ve been hip to what was going on — and the Padawan and me wouldn’t be dealing with his cooties. Heck, there wouldn’t be a Padawan. I don’t get down like that! While it would have been nice to know about this from the get go, Benjamin has assisted us in finding out exactly what we need to know about, ahem…the goings on of our dear heart in Brasilia. And that it why it is now my most favorite place on earth, that I’ve never visited. Knowledge certainly is POWER! Now do you understand?
*** And no…this isn’t all — This is the G rated version
Thank You!!
•November 9, 2009 • Comments Off
To the legal eagle readers … Thanks for the advice! We’ve retained counsel and have been advised that the Padawan will have a separate cause of action against papai for any injury caused by the cooties. Thank you so much for taking the time to lay out the law for us — the memo was very helpful. It was greatly appreciated and also spawned a few more ideas. Thanks again and I will definitely keep you updated!
P.S. I blog mainly on the new site and won’t be updating this site as often so please feel free to contact me via e-mail.
(UPDATE) Il Maestro
•November 5, 2009 • Comments OffUpdate: I fell asleep and woke up to Il Maestro talking and singing to the belly. He wants to make sure that he “imprints” his voice on the Padawan, so that the Padawan will always “recognize” and be “comforted” by it. He read about it in a parenting book. My Padawan is so lucky to have so much love.
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The air in the house is a mix of Acqua di Parma cologne and homemade Tortellini alla Panna. I was bathed — yes, bathed — in lavender scented water and my hair, in an awful mess, was brushed by the person who stands by me, no matter the meshugas I’ve gotten myself into. It doesn’t matter how far away the distance, we are always — and will always be — together. This can only mean one thing. Yes, mon ami, Il Maestro has arrived.
Tick, Tock
•November 5, 2009 • Comments OffThe upshot is I’m not feeling well and am taking my sweet time in passing out keys to the new site and am trying to figure out who all of these people are requesting them and why. Soooo…bear with me, or not I’ll get it together — eventually.
And…It’s A Wrap!
•November 2, 2009 • Comments OffAll of the postings from this site have been “mirror-imaged” to the new site, I’ve uploaded a whole bunch of pics and am still trying to find my way around the Padawan’s Playground It’s a beautiful site! The opening page IS. TO. DIE. FOR. It’s an animated cartoon of me walking on the beach with the girlz and the Padawan — the very Blasian looking Padawan — strapped to my chest. I cannot thank Mayhem enough! Muaahhh, a dozen times over!! It really reflects me and I thank him for listening to what I want. There is even an instant chat. What will become the Padawan’s photo album is gorgeous. I’ll now be able to write the little one’s name without having to create awkward sentences, freely discuss papai — without calling him papai — if I want, post pics of the nursery (it’s coming along), and…no more hidden (private) or protected posts. The hidden stuff is soooooo juicy. Why should I further deprive you?! YAY! Private sites are the bomb diggidy bomb!
Also, still trying to workout the best way to “distribute” the electronic keys. I’ve made lots of new friends here and if you’re still interested in keeping up with this adventure, go to the infamous “Ode” post, find the e-mail address and send me an e-mail requesting a key. So many of you have already – I’m not sure if there is a finite number of keys but if there is, I’m sure we can find a work around.
Not sure what will become of the Maatgoddess blog. Still can’t get over having close to 7k views. Wow! Maybe I’ll post something here every so often just to keep it live. Oh well…nice talking to you. Loved all of the e-mails — supportive and not. They all gave me something to think about. Anyhoo, me and my babe are headed to our new playground! Bye! Bye!
The Padawan’s New Playground
•November 1, 2009 • Comments OffAlmost forgot, Mayhem has the new site ready. YAY! It has all kinds of bells & whistles like a time elapse “clock” using pics that can show how the belly has grown over time (about 2.5 mos in, I started taking a pic of the belly everyday), a Nana Padawan blog spot in addition to my blog spot and what has to be the cutest caricature ever — a cartoon depicting me and the Padawan — the Padawan looks real blasian. LOL! I’ve been loading all kinds of pics today for the photo album and as I requested, the photos are static — just in case eye spy somehow penetrates the impenetrable forest, no one will be able to make off with a photo unless I give the “ok.” What I absolutely love is that he’s created a template for the birth announcement with the Padawan’s name. I can load all of my contacts now and then only have to add a pic of the Padawan and weight and length. Too Kewl!!! The site is private and encrypted — there will be no searching on Google, Bing etc. for the playground. Well, you can search, but you won’t find us. Mayhem has setup a pretty elaborate electronic “key” entry system and I’m still trying to figure out the best way to distribute the “keys,” to the special folks. Each key will be assigned to one person. I luuuuuuvvvv this!
If I haven’t contacted you by Wednesday, you know which post to check for the e-mail address.
Fright Night!
•November 1, 2009 • Comments OffWell, Fright Night came early for me this year. I had a bit of a scare Friday evening and had to spend the night in the hospital for “observation” [my first hospital stay ever] and now I’m being watched by a loveable hawk Oh well, I’m feeling better and the Padawan is ok, so all is right in the world.
Protected: Goooooooing to the Chapel and I’m Going to Get Maaaaaaaarried!
•October 29, 2009 • Comments OffHello, My Name is Mama Padawan and I’m a Padawanholic
•October 29, 2009 • Comments OffI completely understand why so many parents purchased Baby Einstein. Padawans make you lose your mind. You want to make sure that they have the best of everything and have every advantage possible — Baby Einstein promised that. As such, you find yourself buying into all kinds of stuff.
Trust me — I know. With that said, there will be no Baby Einstein or anything that involves TV watching for the Padawan.
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Baby Einstein Refund and the Allure of the Digital Babysitter
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By Rachel Emma Silverman
By now, many of you have heard that the Walt Disney Company is offering refunds for its Baby Einstein videos, which were originally marketed as educational for children. The refund may be a “tacit admission that they did not increase infant intellect,” according to the New York Times.
Even though many families use Baby Einstein videos as ad hoc baby sitters—and many children do seem mesmerized by them–child development experts say that exposure to the videos don’t really enhance children’s intellect and instead could actually harm development. As we’ve written before, there are lots of conflicting studies about the effects of screen time on young children, but the American Academy of Pediatrics does not recommend any screen time at all for children under 2.
All the same, Baby Einstein videos and products are ubiquitous in families with young children. According to a 2003 study cited by the Times, a third of all U.S. babies ages 6 months to 2 years had at least one Baby Einstein video.
We don’t own any Baby Einstein videos and so far, our son, a year and a half, has never showed much interest in watching TV and videos—he’s much more fascinated by playing with the remote than what’s on the screen itself. So far, he’s blissfully unaware of Elmo, Thomas the Tank Engine, and Dora and Diego. Still, like many busy parents, I can understand the allure of setting a child down in front of a video for a spell while, say, preparing dinner or making an important phone call.
Disney, the Times says, will refund $15.99 for up to four “Baby Einstein” DVDs per household, bought between June 5, 2004, and Sept. 5, 2009, and returned to the company. The offer, which allows parents to exchange their video for a different title, receive a discount coupon, or get $15.99 each for up to four returned DVDs, requires no receipt and extends until next March 10. (More details on the refund can be found here.)
Kids’ screen-time has been a popular topic at the Juggle. Readers, what do you think of this Disney refund? Do you use Baby Einstein or other videos or shows with your young children, and if so, what programs and when?
(UPDATE TO THE UPDATE) Size Matters! Duh, but for Very Different Reasons
•October 29, 2009 • Comments OffUPDATE TO THE UPDATE: Are you kidding me?! You don’t know what BDR means? LOL! “Bad D__ Report.”
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UPDATE: You guys are awful! What do you think this is — some tawdry sex blog?! To answer your question, yes, size DOES matter. But we’ll overlook that if we care for the guy. And yes, I’ve lied to a man about his um … ability — with a straight, caring face. So, sue me! I’m not a meanie — I wouldn’t give a guy a BDR to his face, but you can bet that I’m telling my girlz.
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I’m slowly but surely working my way towards a decision. Who knew there was this much to think about.
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Size matters when it comes to AIDS defense
Wed Oct 28, 2009 7:04pm EDT
Email | Print | Share| Reprints | Single Page[-] Text [+] WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Men with larger foreskins are more likely to become infected with the AIDS virus, researchers said Wednesday in a finding that helps explain why circumcision can protect men.
The study of 965 men in Uganda, all without AIDS at the start, showed those with larger foreskins were more likely to become infected.
Infection rates correlated with the size of the foreskin, Dr. Godfrey Kigozi of Johns Hopkins University’s Rakai Health Sciences Program in Uganda and colleagues found.
“Mean foreskin surface area was significantly higher among men who acquired HIV,” they wrote in the journal AIDS.
Several studies have shown that circumcision — removal of the foreskin — can protect men, but not their female sex partners, from HIV. It does not completely prevent infection but reduces the risk.
Researchers believe the foreskin has many immune cells called dendritic cells, which may provide a route into the body for the virus.
Kigozi’s team looked at men getting circumcised for one of the studies in Uganda.
“The surface area of the foreskin was measured after surgery using standardized procedures,” they wrote.
(Editing by Peter Cooney)
© Thomson Reuters 2009 All rights reserved
Oh Happy Day!
•October 29, 2009 • Comments OffFussing around with the fetal monitor and I SWEAR I just heard the Padawan’s heartbeat. Nana Padawan is not so convinved — I think she just doesn’t have supersonic hearing like I do.
Ooooh, You Know Me So Well…
•October 28, 2009 • Comments OffA tattoo, you say? To commemorate the Padawan’s birth? Maybe a little tat in an inconspicuous spot like the nape of my neck, my hip or maybe even a tattoo ring. Oh wow! That’s sounds great … for somebody else. I’m thinking of a little baubble from Cartier — like every other sensible woman in the fam. Are you really related to us
The Scribe is Calling
•October 28, 2009 • Comments OffThe scribe wants to know if I’m still interested in her proposal. I am. Very much so — especially now that there are publicly available records — no need to hint or use pseudonyms But first, I must confer with the strategist — the Bank — and the family. Everything we do must make sense.
***When you tell a lie to handle a problem, it’s now part of your future. When you handle it with the truth, it’s part of your past. Papai’s future is looking a bit cloudy.
The Bassinet Brigade
•October 27, 2009 • Comments OffYAY! I see that you’re still searching for “bassinet.” If you didn’t know, we’ve already chosen one — not practical at all, but most beautiful things aren’t. Besides, it’s for the Padawan — can’t I splurge a little bit? Scroll through the postings and you’ll see the one we chose. G-O-R-G-E-O-U-S! Anyhoo, we’ve already captured your ip address, so feel free to search however you please. By the end of the week, me and the Padawan will move to a new site that you won’t be able to search for. Bummer! That’s right — the Padawan is getting a new playground. So have all the fun you want here — this site will live in perpetuity.
You guys seem to luv it here — how could I dismatle the site?! Smooches azzhole!
Touch Me, Plz!
•October 26, 2009 • Comments OffI usually get a touch up twice a year. Now folks are telling me that I can’t because of the Padawan, but NO ONE has been able to tell me why. O__o Is this the same conventional wisdom that says I can’t fly [I can], I shouldn’t watch scary movies or attend funerals? So unless and until I get some credible info — I’m heading to the salon Thank you for thinking of us Smooches!
O-Tay!
Well…At Least It Tastes Yummy!
•October 26, 2009 • Comments OffSo my Tanas root loving neighbor brought over … Red Velvet cupcakes for me to try. Now, I really should push them aside. Nothing good can come of me eating a light as air, confectionary tribute to all that is sweet and tasty. Really, nothing. But, I’m weak how can I deprive the Padawan of such delights? LOL!
Heart Beat, You Make Me Feel So Weak!
•October 26, 2009 • Comments OffYAY! My fetal monitor just arrived. Too Kewl! I’ve been playing around with it and haven’t heard jack yet
But it’s still fun to play with
The Seven Sisters
•October 26, 2009 • Comments OffTossing and turning in bed so I thought I’d get the telescope out and checkout the stars. I found the Pleiades or the Seven Sisters. The pic below is from NASA. I love astronomy and hope the Padawan gets into it too. It would be nice to take field trips with the Padawan to the Planetarium.
Pleaides a/k/a The Seven Sisters
How Do I Love Thee, Let me Count the Ways!
•October 25, 2009 • Comments OffThank you! Thank you! Kisses aaaaaallllll around! Muuuuaaahh! Ms. Lillytiger got the hooded cape back on track. YAY! It actually looks like something. Now the pressure is on! I’ve got to finish it and KEEP it looking like a hooded cape. Let the knitting begin! Oy vey!
A Besties Warm Heart
Awww…Heck! It’s On!
•October 24, 2009 • Comments OffPeeps having a serious debate about me giving the Padawan my first name as the Padawan’s last name. Getting all (((LOUD))) like an old school spades tournament. LOL! This is too funny! LOVE MY ACES!
*** Can’t wait until I have the new ”SUPER SECRET, CAN’T BE GOOGLED” blog up and running — Very tired of calling the Padawan, the “Padawan.”
Um…Uh, oh
•October 22, 2009 • Comments OffI bought a small container of Max’s Spicy Pumpkin Icecream to share with my friends who’ll be in town for the weekend but … I just realized that I’ve been sneaking a “taste” here and there all afternoon/evening. Um…”tastes” really add up. Better call the bestie and ask him to pick some more up tomorrow, because I’m wrecking this.
Oink, Oink
•October 21, 2009 • Comments OffJust devoured a slice of key lime pie from Kermit’s Key West — with milk. Mmmm, mmmmm, good! I was craving it — so I ordered a couple of pies. Did I say? Mmmmm, mmmmm, good! One for me (and the Padawan) and one for my Tanas Root neighbors. LOL! They love it! I want another piece but, as mum says, “A moment on the lips, a lifetime on the hips.” Gotta pace myself. Maybe in the AM.
Rail Against the Machine
•October 21, 2009 • Comments OffAaaaarrrggghhh! It’s going to take a week before the handyman will have the railings to install in the bathtub. I can’t stay away from the bathtub for a week! It’s one of my greatest pleasures — It feels soooooo good! My creme brulee will be so lonely without me. Maybe if I put down non skid mats in the tub or only take baths when someone is in the house to hear me yell scream. OOOOOOOKAY… I SUPER SWEAR NOT TO TAKE A BATH UNTIL THE RAILINGS ARE UP! *raises tiny fists and stumps away*
Ooooohh sooooo gooooood!
(UPDATE) For & Against Foreskin
•October 21, 2009 • Comments OffUpdate: Got a couple of e-mails about the article. Here’s the link http://nymag.com/health/features/60158/ It’s New York Mag, not The New Yorker.
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I just finished slogging through New York Mag’s series of articles on the pros and cons of circumcision. Really, I’d never given it much thought, but … in reading the articles there are some serious issues that I need to think about. I never really considered the pain factor and that really bothers me. On the other hand, there is some evidence that circumcision reduces the risk of catching STDs and HIV. Most definitely, not conclusive. I don’t know. I’ll have to really think about it and solicit opinion from the men folk.
Geez! You can screw up a kid even with the best of intentions.
Collecta
•October 21, 2009 • Comments OffHey Peeping Tom,
Collecta is pretty cool, isn’t it? So glad that you’re keeping up with me and the Padawan. If you ever want to leave a message, be sure to hit up inbox! Enjoy!
All the Best,
Mama Padawan, Baby Padawan and all the sarcasm I can muster
Bitch Be Gone!
So Much Fun!
•October 20, 2009 • Comments OffI attended a homemade baby food making class with a couple of chicas from my Holistic Moms group and it was sooooo much fun! There is definitely a benefit to making healthy, homemade organic baby food. Most certainly something I’m going to invest time and energy into.
For Shyts & Giggles
•October 19, 2009 • Comments OffI always find it interesting to see how people are searching for the blog and then try to figure out which posts they’re pulling the search terms from and/or people they’re interested in — of course, someone searches papai’s name at least 15-20xs a day. [Not an exaggeration --Grrrr!] I think I might start doing a running tab of them and add a funny pic or video — just for shyts and giggles. Tonight’s winners are: “cashier tired” and “the great escape mambo italiano.” The first — I FINALLY figured out — came from the infamous “Ode” post and the second from Taj Mahal. Anyhoo, here’s a little Mambo Italiano;-)
(UPDATE) Too Many Choices!
•October 19, 2009 • Comments OffUpdate: Padawans apparently have a habit of chewing on the crib — especially when teething. They also bump their heads quite a bit. From what I’m hearing, for safety reasons, a wooden crib is preferable to an iron crib.
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I thought I had it down to my favorite — the Antique Silver Leaf Sleigh crib by Bratt Decor. Until a friend sent me a pic of the Corsican iron crib. Both gorgeous. Of course, the Bratt Decor crib has matching pieces and it’s wood (sustainable). Hmmmm…
Corsican Iron Crib
Chelsea Antique Silver Crib
Wowzah!
•October 19, 2009 • Comments OffJust realized that I’ve written 118 posts! (((CRAZY))) I’m in love … Guess I have a lot to say about it
Dinner and Eroica
•October 18, 2009 • Comments OffI enjoyed a lovely dinner with great friends followed by Eroica. What’s so wonderful about this city is that I get to indulge all of my interests and loves. One of my great loves is chamber music and I really enjoy the Eroica Quartet — They played at the Library of Congress. Their use of historical instruments — waaaay cool!
Pelau on a Plate
•October 17, 2009 • Comments OffDear Mr./Ms. Pelau on a Plate,
You keep using that search term to reach the blog. Why, I don’t know. There certainly isn’t a recipe on the blog for Pelau. And if that’s what you’re looking for, shouldn’t you already know how to prepare it by now? If not, try one of the Indian or Pakistani blogs. Their versions are best Look, just click on the pic and scroll through the postings for anything you haven’t read before. Ok! Or are you coming here to read — yet again — a particular post that happens to mention Pelau? If you haven’t gotten the message in that post yet, you’re dense (or waterlogged). Here’s the point of that post: Don’t even think about the Padawan! There really isn’t anything here for you — this is all about me and my Padawan. If you want one, get your own — No reason for you to take an interest in mine.
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So far, our “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” dance is working. Don’t mess it up for Da Man. Comprende?! ** Of course, if you can pull yourself away from “Pelau” and reread the latter part of the “Ode” post, you’d know what I think is the best solution.
I’m having a good day — So don’t annoy me. Just a little hint: One should never take my silence or perceived inaction as sign of acquiescence or defeat. Quite frankly, it is the proverbial “quiet before the storm.” And when I’m making a lot of noise, you should be asking yourself, “What is Mama Bear Padawan diverting my attention from/what has she done to me that I don’t yet know about?” Are you understanding me a little better, now? If not, very soon you’ll find the relative quiet, shatterd by a lot of noise. You see, there is NOTHING I won’t do to protect the Padawan from whatever or whomever I preceive a threat — NOTHING! You have no idea the resolve a woman can muster when it comes to a Padawan. Sometimes, I scare myself.
Ahhh…getting a little hungry. I think I’ll make some Pelau. Yes, Mama Padawan knows how to make Pelau.
Don't Annoy Me
What Does A Whale Wear?!
•October 17, 2009 • Comments OffOne of the top 10 things a women should be told about being pregnant is that your short-term memory goes. You forget EVERYTHING. Another reason why I write on the blog so much. What I’m thinking/feeling at any given moment would be forgotten if I didn’t. That’s why I was completely surprised when Evite (HAAATE EVITE!) sent me a reminder about the Halloween costume party that I apparently RSVP’d “Yes” to. Halloween is the 31st and I have not even begun to think about a costume. What does a whale wear to a costume party? I’m actually not big at all thanks to Si — trainer extraordinaire. [No way in hades I was going to be "working off" baby fat for the rest of my life] But there is that bulge in my midsection that needs to be tended to I can’t very well pull on a haute catwoman costume. Hmmmm…(yawn) time for a nap — I’ll think about it later if I remember or re-read this post
