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Coffee Break: Lucite Imperial Noir Snake Link Necklace

Alexis Bittar Lucite Imperial Noir Snake Link Necklace | Corporette I posted this necklace's sister last week on CorporetteMoms (because hey, every pregnant/nursing mama looks good in a statement necklace), and I meant it when I said it: I'm obsessed with this entire collection. I'm not even one of those people who thinks snakes are cool/sexy/whatever! Something about this lucite/ruthenium necklace — with accents of labradorite and crystal — just really speaks to me. Waaaant. This necklace is $375 at Saks. Alexis Bittar Snake Link Necklace Psst: Here's a lower-priced alternative, also at Saks.

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  1. Okay, afternoon TJ.

    Hi, my name is Clementine, and I’m a crummy gift-giver. I’m married to a man who gives me wonderful, tasteful, semi sentimental but still useful gifts that I adore. I tend to give things like socks and sweaters and new water bottles- always useful but not terribly romantic or anything. The one ‘hit’ I did was to give him a few books on mixology and a full set of fabulous bartending accessories- complete with lemons, limes, nice tonic, etc.

    So I’m looking to put together for my husband a lovely birthday gift. He loves to cook and I keep thinking I might make him a ‘breakfast in bed’ themed gift. I’m thinking a waffle iron, really nice coffee… Yeah, at that point I have no idea.

    He doesn’t golf, he travels extensively for work. He hikes and camps but has all the equipment he needs. He has all the tools he needs (and likes to shop for them himself). Because of his work travel, experience gifts are hard and I’ve done those before. Any suggestions on a great tangible gift? I do kinda want to get him a waffle iron though…

    1. Perhaps a nice french press to go along with your theme? You could also do a magic bullet for morning smoothies, egg or omelette pan, breakfast cookbook, milk frother for lattes. I think you’re on to something and really have a variety of options.

      ETA – fancy jams/jellies/marmalades are great too for this.

      1. Love this idea. Might I suggest a Cuisinart Griddler with waffle plates rather than a dedicated waffle iron? The plates snap off for easy cleaning (…waffle makers are always greasy!), the plates that come with the Griddler are reversible (one side is a grill, the other is a flat griddle), and it’s an all around awesome appliance. Very multifunctional, useful, etc. This way, you get the waffles, yes, but also a pancake maker (griddle plates!), a Panini maker, or an indoor grill (if you open the griddler all the way flat).

        I swear I don’t work for Cuisinart, I just love my Griddler.

    2. I think a breakfast in bed themed basket is a good way to go. I would get the waffle iron, a waffle mix from Williams Sonoma with fancy syrup, good coffee, french press, if he likes flavored coffee syrup, throw in some of that, quality cooking utensils that he would need for breakfast (spatula, etc.), maybe mimosa stuff if he drinks them.

      1. I like this – this is the time to bust out really fancy mixes/ingredients you wouldn’t normally buy.

      2. +1. Actually, I would go to Williams-Sonoma and get them to set you up. If he likes to cook, the equipment will be better than the ingredients, so I would get him the nice waffle iron etc.

        Good coffee:

        http://44northcoffee.com/

    3. I bought my BF one of the new Nespresso Vertuoline machines recently and it was a big hit. It came with a certificate from Sur la Table for $75 worth of pods redeemable at the Nespresso boutique, which was really cool.

      Does your husband travel on the weekends, too? Maybe you could book a cooking class for the two of you, either at Sur la Table or if budget allows, have a chef come to your home for a private lesson?

    4. I keep a secret Amazon wish list where I save everything my bf mentions wanting. Then on holidays I go back and check the list. It works so well I now try to save things for everyone I might later have to gift. What my bf does is gets me a nicer version of something I use all the time – that pretty much guarantees his gift will be something I’ll use all the time.

      Waffle iron with this book would be fun: http://www.willitwaffle.com/

    5. I love the idea of a breakfast in bed type gift. Maybe an omelette pan would be good? I always want one of those but never think to buy it. Also, we have a Moka (a stovetop espresso maker generally used in Italy) that I LOVE – paired with a milk frother and espresso (my preferred brand is Illy) that would be a nice set.

      You could also think about ideas that go with the “in bed” idea. Like fancy sheets. Or things that come from a certain aisle at the pharmacy or from specialty websites that are not in good taste to mention here. :-P

    6. If he likes coffee, I bought my husband a large variety pack of Kona coffee from a coffee company located in Kona. I’ve also gone with Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee, which was also a hit. So maybe a waffle iron, french press, good coffee, gourmet waffle mix (or a recipe book for homemade breakfast pastries), and a juicer (if you don’t have one)?

    7. For breakfast in bed: you could also do some nice mugs (I love the Le Creuset ones, also Anthropologie has nice monogrammed initial ones); real maple syrup; a breakfast or waffle themed cook book; some cinnamon sugar; a nice whisk (I like the KITCHEN KONG Gorilla Whisk on Amazon); maybe a nice or funny apron?

      Or, what about some fancy travel stuff? You could do a nice travel bag and/or toiletry kit with nice toiletries inside?

      Other ideas: Fancy head phones? Bose, Bang & Olufsen, or Beats all make good ones. Art of Shaving shaving supplies? My SO loooooooves this stuff. Says it changed his whole life around. Or what about some nice PJ from Brooks Brothers? I feel like this is a gift men won’t get themselves but love to actually get.

      1. If the budget allows, the Bose noise cancelling headphones are amazing for long flights

    8. My comment is awaiting the mod-bot, but I think the only part that hasn’t been mentioned here is a Moka coffee pot (stove-top espresso maker) and a can or two of espresso (Illy is my favorite brand.)

    9. Holy cow, these ideas are awesome!

      We have a few of these items, but your suggestions have spurred me to look into getting him an espresso maker. I’m actually looking at getting a higher quality but refurbished one (yeah, I also needed to get him an anniversary gift…). You ladies are so awesome. Thank you very much for helping me not be a lame-o once again!

      1. Just something to keep in mind: if you want to get one of those pod espresso makers, find out if he actually likes those. I love coffee and can’t stand them. I’ve had a few relatives tell me that they were going to get me one since I drink so much coffee and it was really hard to convince them that this was a terrible idea. Just FYI.

      2. A really fancy espresso maker is a fab gift. I stalked amaz0n and the like for over a year before I bought mine. I bought a DeLonhi super-automatic espresso machine and it is the best money I have ever spent. It grinds the beans and does the press to make the shots for americanos, lattes, etc. and froths milk too. Its amazing.
        You didn’t mention when his birthday is, so I assume that it’s soon, but they typically go on deep (like half price discount) on the day after Thanksgiving, and then steadily rise back in price over the year.

        1. So, inspired by your post and by reading everyone’s pearls of wisdom, his ‘big’ gift is going to be a DeLonghi Espresso machine (was able to get a good deal on one which is well regarded across the internet).

          I know that neither of us like the Keurig or pod-style machines particularly and he’s been making us pretty good stovetop espresso with a $3 machine we got on clearance at TJMaxx 6 years ago. We have a French press but usually use our 5+ year old $20 Mr. Coffee with a timer (brews a solid cup of joe though!). He really likes espresso AND he’s mentioned that one of his favorite parts of our honeymoon was sipping cappuccinos at cafes in Europe. I didn’t really put all of this together until everyone made their suggestions!

          Also, I have decided that ‘the dog’ is going to buy me a waffle maker for some occasion. I still want a waffle maker.

    10. I like this idea… but I have to warn you. I actually got my husband a waffle iron and some fancy breakfast-making things for his birthday a couple years ago. He had been waxing poetic about how much he loves Belgian waffles and chicken and waffles and all other things waffles for months, he likes to cook, it seemed like a sure thing. He hated it. Like was visibly disappointed and kind of bummed the rest of the day. Not that he hated the waffle maker, but he hated that I gave it to him as a gift, because it was “not manly” (fwiw, that doesn’t stop him from making waffles every weekend). YMMV, of course.

      Gifts that have been particularly successful: a nice box in which to store his watches, a small humidor and book about cigars (he’d decided that was a subculture he wanted to learn about), classy cufflinks with his sports team’s logo/his favorite animal, etc.

      I’m a terrible gift-giver married to a very good gift-giver, too. Those are the only good ones I’ve managed in 10 years of birthdays, Christmases and anniversaries; it makes me feel guilty about all the lovely things he’s gotten me!

      1. I hate getting kitchen appliances as a gift, even if they’re super awesome. Its rubs my feminism the wrong way.

        1. My mother’s rule was that, even if she WANTED it, if it was an appliance, then it didn’t count as a present.

          I have largely adopted the same rule – though my in-laws gave us a really nice vacuum last year for Christmas and it is aweeeesome.

        2. I get what you’re saying, but my feminism totally makes an exception for a Vitamix.

          2. 100% for me. I switched from waffle iron to espresso machine… more like a power tool with steam than an appliance.

            To those who suggested it: I have the spicy part covered.

            Also- I’m going to need to consider the Bose headphones- they may be a next year gift… He’s weird about headphones though- he complains that some of them hurt his ears and it might be something he selects himself.

        3. I told an ex boyfriend that I really wanted a handheld vacuum cleaner for my birthday and he was so not buying it (“yeah right! not falling for that trap!”). I finally convinced him I actually wanted it and even his card was more or less a disclaimer (“You said you wanted this so here goes, but please don’t think I’m awful for it”). I loved that little device though. Cleaned up all my college incense spills. I want all the appliances.

          1. That’s kinda what I wondered about. Is buying him a waffle iron a way of saying “make me breakfast in bed, please”? Somebody upthread suggested playing up the “in bed” part of the theme. That might be the way to go–the waffle iron and a few “spicey” things for bed.

      2. Same here. My husband loves to cook, does the vast majority of cooking for our family, and always has a running list of appliances and gadgets that he really wants, but I’m not allowed to buy them as gifts. Although he’d love actual breakfast in bed if I cleaned afterwards.

        It’s frustrating, because he’s a lot like OP’s husband and otherwise doesn’t have obvious gift options. Successful gifts: High end headphones (he’s not an audiophile, but his low end ones were wearing out and he loves the idea that he has amazing headphones), selection of CDs of music that I thought he’d like, quirky t-shirts, kindle, a weekend archeology trip (sort of a dude ranch type of experience), high quality meat (yep, raw meat), and lingerie for me. He also loves surprises, so for birthdays I plan a whole day of activities and don’t tell him anything in advance, and he loves it. Bonus points if there’s a theme.

    11. Breakfast in bed is a great idea, but make sure he leaves room for dessert! That means you! In this connection, a trip to the mall and Victoria’s Secret is in order. Get the sexiest nightie you can find, along with chocolates, pineapple and other things he will enjoy. Find the right mood music on Spotify, and have at it together until noon! Pineapple should be given to him the night before for dessert because by the next morning virtually everything will taste sweet for both of you!!!!!! That is the advantage of having a guy you know. All of us should follow this lesson and we would not have anything to complain about!

    12. That sounds like a great gift. You could get the cuisinart griddler and the waffle iron plates. I love kitchen stuff but have to save space in my tiny kitchen.

    13. I think you’re all sorted with this year’s breakfast-themed gift.

      On a going-forward basis, he seems like he might be the kind of guy to appreciate expensive cufflinks and other expensive gentlemanly accoutrements. Monogrammed handkerchiefs? Monogrammed silver whiskey flask? Alligator belt he’d never buy for himself? Burberry trench coat?

      1. So, he’s an engineer who does 100% field-type work. He wears Carhartts and cotton t-shirts or coveralls. He already has a nice hard hat and good boots. He has mentioned that he’d like another fitted suit but that’s really something he needs to buy for himself.

        I’ve bought him cufflinks and he’s actually mentioned he doesn’t want a watch specifically (he has to wear one at work and it makes him feel like he’s ‘on the clock’.

        For Christmas, I’m trying to get him a custom tailored dress shirt- he’s tall and has very long arms and has mentioned that he would love one.

    14. Hi — I also travel a great deal internationally for work, have you thought about things or experiences that can upgrade the travel experience? So, yes, I have status on some airlines, but to buy some of the services that escort you through the airport on a long or difficult trip? Car service? Hotel upgrades? High quality, light weight ear phones? If he travels extensively, anything that can make that experience more relaxing that doesn’t involve carrying anything additional would be great.

      1. His employer arranges for all the travel which is a little different than most people. He flies once every 2-3 months to a site, is there for 2-3 months (stays on site) and flies back. We usually don’t even know the airline until 24 hours ahead of departure. I love the idea of this but really don’t know how to do this.

    15. It seems like everyone has covered the kitchen and cooking stuff well. Not sure where you live or your budget, but for his interest in camping, what about a subscription to Sunset magazine (tons of great articles about camping; very West Coast-oriented) and a gift certificate for an airline toward visiting one of these places?

  2. Sorry for the early TJ – I’ve recently been laid off and found a position that I’d like to apply to as soon as possible. They want me to upload a cover letter but it’s been *years* since I’ve done this – I don’t have a template ready to go and I’m not really sure how much has changed since the last time I went through all of this. I’m in the investment business if it helps but does anyone have a good template that would give me a good place to start? All the ones I’ve found online look pretty cheesy/lame. I suppose I shouldn’t write anything too long, but I will probably need to tie in their needs to my previous experience (which is a little different than the current role, but has many links) in some way to get them to notice me. I really think this could be a great fit so I want to make sure I get it right!

    2. Here’s the format I used when I was looking for a job. Since you were just recently laid off, I think you can say you still work there in the letter and then say you were laid off, if you get the interview…

      Dear Colleague,

      I am submitting my application for the XXXXXXXXXX position at XXXX Company.

      Currently, I work as a [Insert Job Title] for a large investment company. I believe my extensive experience with [Insert list of skills], in general, makes me a good candidate for this opportunity.

      I look forward to hearing from you. You may contact me by phone at [Insert Phone Number] or by email at [Insert Email Address].

      Sincerely,

      1. I think it’s a really really epically stupid move to lie in any part of the application process.

        1. Really, really bad idea. Sure, talk about work there, and you don’t have to affirmatively say that you aren’t there any more (in the cover letter), but definitely need to account for the end date on your resume. You know, in case they check the dates. Because your cover letter will be dated, you know.

          1. It depends on the industry. For example, in biglaw, they will generally “lay you off” but in reality you have 3 months to say you still work there and find a new job. YMMV depending on industry, but if you have been actually laid off and don’t work there any more, I would say you “recently left” the position.

          2. Diana Barry – this is what happened to me in my job search – but I found pretty quickly that it could hurt as much as it helped. Because of course the first question in the interview was “why are you leaving xyz firm?” and I couldn’t lie then. So it just became a game of answering awkward questions – whether I did so in the cover letter or in person.

          3. Especially when you can word your letter so that it doesn’t really say one way or the other whether you are currently working there.

            “Most recently, I have had three years of experience as an “title” with “firm”, where I kicked ass and took names, ultimately improving their bottom line by $1M”.

            Or something to that effect. Take the cover letter as a chance to say something great about what you did vs just stating more facts.

          4. Really? I found that in most cases when firms laid people off, it was a handshake deal – you said you were leaving because “not enough work” or “want more responsibility than they’re giving me” or something, and the firm agreed to give you a good reference and not tell people they’re firing you. No?

          5. Oh, it was like that – you know “there wasn’t enough work” or whatever – but the problem was that I was junior enough that everyone KNEW what the code meant. No one at my level would have chosen to leave. At least not in the economy of the time.

            So it always came out no matter how obtuse I tried to be. So I found addressing the issue head on was easiest.

  3. I just received an unexpected bonus check and besides adding to my savings, I’m trying to decide what else to do with it. I have a few ideas in mind: a new watch, an iPhone 6, possibly a warm winter jacket but I’m not sold on anything.

    SO what hopefully will be a fun afternoon poll: if you received some unexpected funds and were going to use a portion to splurge on something, what would it be?

    1. If you can’t immediately think of something, I’d save it until you are sure on something– otherwise it seems like you’re spending it just because the money is burning a hole on your pocket.

      I would throw it all at student loans. For a true hypothetical in which I have no loans or “good” uses, a new camera lens.

      1. +1 to save it until you know for sure what you want to purchase.

        Depending on the amount of $$, I would either do a nice weekend spa getaway, a handbag, or jewelry.

      2. If you are worried about it getting absorbed into your other finances, you can also open a new account to hold it or cash it and stash it in a fireproof home safe or something.

    2. If it were me I’d get a movado. I think watches are a great personnel gift because they are ‘forever’ things

    4. You don’t have a list of things you’ll need soon? I have phone and winter coat on that list already, so those are what I’d get. (In reality I’m going to pay down my credit cards).

    5. If I didn’t have student loans to throw it at…I would spend it on a weekend getaway or an experience. I like taking short little trips within driving distance to cool places! Or buy a plane ticket to someplace cool. Save it up for a weekend to florida in yucky february. I’m not really a “things” person though. Do you like to cook? You could buy a new Le Creuset piece?

    6. If I really didn’t need to save all of the money or use it to pay loans, I’d buy myself either a piece of jewelry or a splurge handbag, like a LV. Depending on the amount, I might consider a piece of art instead. My financial reality right now would force me to save every last penny though.

    7. I support the watch purchase. I bought a Michele watch with my bonus (or really a portion of my bonus – the rest went to loans) last year. I wear it daily and love it. And it’s a daily reminder of the time and effort I’ve put into my job. I count it like a gold watch our grandfathers used to get for working 25 years at the company.

    8. I would throw mine at student loans, but if we’re playing this game without those factored in, I’d either get a Vitamix or a Burberry trench.

    9. Yay! A poll for Corporete’s! If I got a bonus check that I did NOT expect, I would NOT tell dad, and would open a new bank account and spend all of it on thing’s my DAD will NOT let me buy. First, dependeing on how much money it was, hopefully more then $10,000, I would buy myself a very nice pair of riding boot’s (even tho I do NOT ride horse’s any more). I would also get a nice watch (mabye Moveado or Omega) with dimond’s and gold, and I have alway’s wanted a tiara b/c most peeople do NOT have the gut’s to wear them and men think I would look great in a dimond tiara. Of course that issue has been MOOT b/c I have not NOT had the money, and want my HUSBAND to get me one. Then, if I had money left, I would buy a NEW KING SIZE TEMPER PEDIAC bed that is adjusteable. My bed is not adjusteable and they will NOT let me return it for one that is. But for now, all of this is just a dream b/c I have NO free spending money b/c DAD has 100% control of my bank account and onley let’s me use up to $30 per day on take out food and fun without his permision. FOOEY!

      1. Oh Ellen — a real TIARA is an AWESOME idea! You could wear it to Court and the Judge would know that you truly were the HBIC.

    10. Congrats on the bonus!

      I’m thinking of splurging on calf-fitting boots from Duo, so that and a new winter coat would be my list.

    11. Things I have bought in the “splurge” (but not “super splurge”) category recently:

      Nice watch (Raymond Weil Noemia)
      Tory Burch handbag
      Canada Goose winter coat (supposed to be another awful winter this year)
      Links of London Signature necklace
      a tablet since my husband and kids monopolize the other one, this one is MINE!

      Other things I would consider:

      Good winter boots (in the 300-500 range), both outdoor boots and dress boots for inside (we have so much salt here)
      an iPhone to replace my current Samsung (I always have charging issues with these things)
      Cashmere
      La Crueset dutch oven

  4. FYI – Banana Republic Sloan pencil skirt is on sale for $25 dollars in a few colors online today.

  5. Runners who have to carry an epi-pen, what do you
    carry it in? I’m new to this (epi-pen not running). This is probably obvious, but I want something lightweight that won’t bounce around too much.

    1. My friend carries an epi-pen in a “SPIbelt.”

      Pretty lightweight belt, not very much bouncing.

      1. Just to add my experience, whether one of these bounces will depend a lot on your figure. I have a 14″ waist-hip differential, and tried a SPIbelt that was included free in a race bag. It bounced all over the d@mn place–from hips to bra band! I also can’t wear fuel belts for the same reason. But I know people with straighter figures who have no problem with them.

        OP, if your shape is more like me, I’d suggest wearing the Lulu shorts and crops that have the large zipper pocket on the back waistband, where it should fit and stay still (not a Lulu shill, it’s just the brand I have experience with to know a good-sized pocket is there). It will be uncomfortable the first few times having something pressing into you, but I’ve had to get used to it with my new large car key fob and I don’t notice it anymore.

        ETA: I’d also look at the handheld water bottles that are about 20oz and come in a carrier that goes over your hand. They have a good sized zipper pocket for keys, ID, etc. that may be long enough to fit an epi-pen.

      2. +1 to the SPI belt. Also, I think made by the same company that makes the SPI belt, i have a little wrist pocket that holds some cash, keys, etc. (it’s like a sweat band but with a pocket inside it). Wicking fabric, great on all but the hottest days.

    2. I don’t use an epi-pen, but I do have a fuel belt that’s designed to hold gel packs that would probably work. I bought it at a pre-race expo, but running stores (online and B&M) have them too. Mine is neoprene and fits snugly like a belt so it doesn’t bounce.

    3. Look at Spibelts – I’m not a runner, but one of my kids carries Epipens and some other parents in an allergy FB group recommended that belt for active kids. They also recommended another belt that was more of a wide stretchy elastic belt worn around your waist – but I’m sorry I can’t find a name or website for that now.

      1. Also, you might consider the Auvi-Q – it’s a lot smaller (the size of an iPhone), so there are probably things out there for phones that would work.

    4. I saw someone at a race once with what looked like an epipen stuck through her bun/ponytail holder. It looked like she had fashioned some kind of elastic attached to it and then stuck it through her hair holder a few times. I didn’t speak w/ her so I don’t know if that is what it was but I don’t know why someone would run with a random marker in their hair.

      Can they get hot and sweaty? If so, what about that space under your boobs in the sports bra? It shouldn’t rub on skin there. I know my sports bra get nasty sweaty though so I could see why this would be gross.

      Could you cut a small hole in the inside of your waistband of your running shorts like where a draw string goes through and feed it into there?

      Lastly, what about a wrist sweat band and then just sticking it under there along your arm like a splint? Not sure if the sweat band would be strong enough to keep it still.

      1. Agree on the flipbelt, it has much more room for storage than a SPIbelt. It’s the only belt that I actually wear.

      2. +1 for flipbelt. But do you carry two epipens at a time? I’m not entirely sure it would fit two. (I carry two epipens per peanut-allergy kid, but maybe the Jrs are different).

    6. Could you get an armband for a larger phone/ipod in which the pen would fit diagonally?

    8. I second the recommendation below for an Auvi-Q – much smaller than an Epi-Pen and would easily fit into a phone case. If that doesn’t work, then many of the running crops and pants at Athleta have pockets (!!!) and I swear by them.

    9. Thanks everyone for all of the great ideas! I’ll report back when I get something and try it out (in case anyone else is looking for a similar solution).

      I have never heard of Auvi-Q. I assumed I was stuck with whatever my Dr. sent to the pharmacy. I’ll look into it.

  6. OK. I’m a sucker for anything with studs or texture. Do you think this coat with grommets is fashion or fug?

    http://www.whitehouseblackmarket.com/store/browse/product.jsp?maxRec=236&pageId=1&productId=570122238&viewAll=true&prd=Camel+Grommet+Coat&subCatId=&color=&fromSearch=&inSeam=&posId=3&catId=cat210006&cat=New+Arrivals&onSale=&colorFamily=&maxPg=2&size=

    I have a hard time with White House since their stuff sometimes looks a little crazy verging on costume. And I know I have a weakness for properly assessing anything shiny.

    1. Are you a Doctor Who fan? It’s a little “Dalek” for my everyday taste, I’m afraid.

    2. I actually saw this the other day and love the design, but not the camel color. Camel/beige always tends to make me look totally washed out, but if it fits your coloring I’d go for it :)

    3. Honestly, I’m not a fan. I think the buttons are too shiny and have a high probability of looking cheap in person. That said, maybe I’m wrong so if you love it, go for it. Good thing it’s not in a darker color though because then it would definitely be a Dalek coat.

    6. Exterminate! Exterminate!

      More seriously, I think there are HOLES in the middle of those grommets. I wouldn’t want a perforated coat.

    8. I like it, and I don’t mind the perforations on a cloth coat, but the gold is too shiny.

      1. Okay, so with the second sighting it is apparent to me that Dalek Coats are a Thing.

        Which makes me unreasonably happy….

    12. Thank you, guys! You probably just saved me from creating yet another closet unicorn–a piece of apparel that becomes so rarely spotted in public that it takes on an almost mythical quality. Will not fall victim to creating more closet clutter.

      Stylish Corporettes 1

      S in Chicago Wearing Crazy Robot Coat 0

  7. Did anyone see the NYMag article today called “What If You Just Don’t Know If You Want Kids?” Made me think of many discussions on this board.

    1. Reminds me of a Rush song, “if you choose not to decide you still have made a choice.”
      I’m on the fence, leaning slightly on the no side, and would never engage in the risky practices the article mentioned.

    2. I’ve now read it after seeing your post. I’ve come to the realization that being ambivalent is not all that unusual. Of course, there are those who knew they wanted to and made a conscious decision as to when to make the jump. I have also come to realization that for alot of people becoming parents is something that just “happened” i.e. someone conceived when it was not planned and they decided to go ahead and have a child–because they figured if this something I was going to do in the future, they why not now. FWIW, this is based on people in my social circle as well as family. I suppose this approach works for some but it can also lead to resentment when one or both parents feels like they were pulled into a situation they didn’t really want to be in.

      Also ended up reading the article “25 famous women on childlessness”. I loved Zooey’s answer (or non-answer).
      “I’m not going to answer that question. I’m not mad at you for asking that question, but I’ve said it
      before:I don’t think people ask men those questions.” —Zooey Deschanel, Marie Claire, September 2013. Also the second half of Marisa Tomei’s anwer: “I don’t know why women need to have children to be seen as complete human beings.” —Marisa Tomei, Manhattan magazine, 2009
      I also thought Oprah’s was brutally honest.

      1. Actually people do ask men when they plan to “start a family.” (Which to me begs the reply “I already have one.”) My husband’s certainly gotten it before, from people at work and his parents’ friends. Maybe only if they’re married though? Or in our case, happily married without kids for a little over 6 years.

        1. yeah, but is there an article meme around the internet about 25 famous childless/free men?

    3. Any formerly undecideds with depression or an introverted personality find resources that took these factors into account? The idea of no significnat solitude for years is daunting.

      1. No idea on resources, but I am 100% with you (anxiety with hints of depression).

      2. I definitely took into account the idea of no significant solitude for years. I also considered the fact that I can’t handle chaos early in the morning. These factors were critical in my voting no on having kids.

    4. This reminds me of an article in Glamour a few years ago that referred to risky BC practices, and pregnancy ambivalence, as “baby roulette.” I thought that was perfect.

      1. in fact, one of my co-workers is carrying small and has been wearing this style throughout her pregnancy. She’s about 8 months along now and still wearing them

  9. For those who have the OMG, any advice re cleaning it? I’m thinking in a bath with laundry detergent. But any success stories would be great.

  10. What are your favourite advice columns? I have seen the Dear Sugar stuff linked here and another the other day that was fantastic…who else writes this amazingly heart-wrenching voyeuristic stuff?

    2. Ask Polly – or is that the one you were referring to? Carolyn Hax (less heart-wrenching, usually, but some of the themed chats lead to some CRAZY stories!)

  11. Not a fan of this necklace at all. Makes me think of something a teenager would buy from Hot Topic.

  12. These are much trendier and flashier than I usually buy, but I figure I’m only going to wear them for a few months while I lose weight. I’ve lost 15 lbs so far, and have at least that much to go. I used to have a great butt and it looks nice again in these:) Now I’m trying to find a top to go with them. I’d like a tunic that goes to my midhips so my tummy is covered (but not all the way over my cheeks), but can’t seem to find the right thing. I have a vest that would probably do well with them–it goes to the top of my hips, and is mostly the same orange as in the pants, with embroidery of the same red. Would that work, or would I be better off with a tucked-in shirt and long cardi or vest on top?

    http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/raga-print-high-rise-bell-bottom-pants/3732253?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=&resultback=0&cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-searchresults-_-1_1_C

    1. Congratulations on 15 lbs down! That’s awesome. Go you! No advice on the pants.

      1. Thanks! I know they’re wacko, but I’m usually so staid in my classic clothes. I wish the WHBM top you linked to above came in the right solid color for them. I never buy things to wear for just half a year, but I hope to have shrunk out of these by then. In the meantime, they are amazingly flattering.

      1. The question above was if the *coat* was fug. The question here is what top to wear with the pants.

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