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Leave a Comment for a Chance to Win a $50 Sephora E-GIFT CARD! (Ends Monday)

May 21st, 2016 by Karen 249 Comments

** THE GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED **

This giveaway is closed, and the winner has been contacted (CONGRATULATIONS, LISA!!!), but check back next Saturday for another giveaway.

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Baby barking — it’s the latest craze sweeping the nation, you know. Connor Claire has figured out how to bark out orders and shout to announce her displeasure throughout the day. “Eh!” That’s what she does now. When she wants to be picked up or just wants to stare at me and I walk out of her view for a few seconds, that’s what I hear. “Eh!” Over and over. “Eh! Eh!” Like she’s a baby crow, haha.

Good morning, friend! How are you? What did you do last night? Since I’m stuck in baby jail, I need you to help me out. Did you go out to dinner this week? Have you seen any movies? Have you been to the beach? Or the mall? Or Target? Old Navy? Downtown? In other words, have you done anything at all outside of your house? Because, you know, if you have…chances are you’ve been leaving the house a lot more often than I have.

Heck, I don’t think I’ve opened the front door since Thursday. (The struggle is real!)

I gotta get out of the house. Maybe a stroll around the mall in Corte Madera… I’m still mastering the art of loading and unloading the stroller from the car, though. My little Mazda is…little. So NOW I see what the big deal is about minivans. Yup, now I get it.

Good luck in the giveaway, and have a great weekend. Talk to you soon.

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  • One (1) Sephora eGift card containing $50 sent to the winner by email (international readers, you may opt to receive $50 sent by PayPal instead).

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  • Enter by leaving a comment below.
  • Open to U.S. and international readers.
  • You must be 18 or older to enter (or otherwise an adult based on your local laws).
  • Your comment can be about anything at all, but here are some ideas if you’re stuck:
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    • Your current favorite kicks?
    • What’s your favorite picture of yourself?
    • How often do you use a hair dryer?
    • Dinner theater: yes or no?
    • Have you ever played soccer (aka real football)?
    • What do you have set as your internet homepage?
  • One entry per person.
  • You must use a valid email address to win.
  • The giveaway ends on Monday, May 23, 2016 at 11:59 PM (Pacific Time). 🙂

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

Leave a Comment for a Chance to Win a $50 Sephora E-GIFT CARD! (Ends Monday) / Originally published May 21st, 2016

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  1. Melissa L says

    May 21st, 2016 at 8:00 am

    I remember being in baby jail 11 years ago. I went nuts! Yesterday I went with my daughter and her 6th grade class to Knott’s Berry Farm. It sure was fun, and it loved spending that time with her. You’re baby jail time will soon be over Karen, don’t worry.

    I did play soccer in high school. I was no good at it though. I was mostly a bench warmer.

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  2. Agata says

    May 21st, 2016 at 8:25 am

    Hi Karen,sorry that yesterday was rough. Maybe just go for a walk around the neihgborhood? This way you won’t have to worry about putting the stroller in your car!

    My favorite shoes ate the moment are my sparkly Converse’s 🙂

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  3. Jen G says

    May 21st, 2016 at 8:44 am

    Oh I so remember those days! Where a shower is a luxury!! Instead of a stroller maybe just strap her on your chest. 😉 It helps in a pinch. You are rocking the mom thing and she absolutely beautiful.

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  4. buckycatt says

    May 21st, 2016 at 8:44 am

    K, T & CC – I think I have 3 favorite makeup brands now – MAC always, Nars & when organizing my cosmetics the other day I realize I have a ton of Urban Decay! That 1 snuck up on me. Happy weekend!

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  5. Chris25 says

    May 21st, 2016 at 9:09 am

    Want to trade places? I’d love to spend time with Little Protege. 🙂

    I want to go visit The Cloisters today. It’s a spur of the moment decision. I am getting more impulsive in my old age. 😛
    Chris25 recently posted … Dupes for the Duchess of Cambridge’s Vogue UK Shoot

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  6. Kiss & Make-up says

    May 21st, 2016 at 9:10 am

    I technically played soccer when I was in highschool (during the two hours of PA we had per week) but I A) hated it and B) sucked at it. I definitely did not bend it like Beckham.
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    • Kiss & Make-up says

      May 21st, 2016 at 9:12 am

      *PE
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  7. Jessie C. says

    May 21st, 2016 at 9:12 am

    I use a hair dryer a few times a week.

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  8. Justine says

    May 21st, 2016 at 9:47 am

    I rarely use a hair dryer.

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  9. Becky says

    May 21st, 2016 at 10:20 am

    Hang in there, Karen!! Sounds like you’re doing an amazing job!

    As a Brit, we played a lot of football at school! All us girls used to keep our gym shorts on under our skirts after PE lessons, so we could then take them off and use them as goalposts for football on lunch break!

    Beekeyper – Latest post – Cedrat Global Face Gel – and why you should borrow it too!

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  10. Mars says

    May 21st, 2016 at 10:26 am

    I used to play soccer when I was a kid because I grew up in France. All the neighborhood kids basically played it, because it was the only “football” we knew! It’s the national sport!
    I wasn’t really good at it, but it was fun to play together, and run. That meant days were getting longer and warmer, summer was around the corner, and we were young and carefree… Good memories!

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  11. Teresa Luong says

    May 21st, 2016 at 10:30 am

    I just finished finals for this semester, summer is here!!

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  12. Laura says

    May 21st, 2016 at 10:31 am

    No to dinner theater, those things make me feel uncomfortable. When I go out to dinner, I just want to eat, no entertainment needed.

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  13. Julie Coleman says

    May 21st, 2016 at 10:44 am

    I probably only blow dry my hair once per week because I normally shower at night after going to the gym and let my hair dry overnight. But even though I don’t use my hairdryer often, I’m dying to get my hands on the new Dyson hair dryer!
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  14. jeanie says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:04 am

    i never blow dry my hair !! happy weekend all 🙂

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  15. Nicole says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:05 am

    I rarely use my hair dryer.

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  16. Trillina Palemi says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:09 am

    I rarely use a hair dryer

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  17. Michelle L says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:10 am

    There are some pictures of me from vacation I think I like, but I also like the one I took when I was still in university.

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  18. AmyBS says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:10 am

    I never use a hair dryer!

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  19. Ambritt says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:12 am

    I never really use a hairdryer I like to just let my hair air dry. Which is good because my hair is dry enough!

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  20. Deretta says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:13 am

    Newest granddaughter, Lake, is 3 1/2 months and also a demanding little diva!

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  21. Kayla Han says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:13 am

    I use a hair dryer every time I wash my hair. It’s pretty bad to use it most of the time, but I hate when my hair is wet and I cannot tie it up!

    Reply
  22. BlackAsphodel says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:17 am

    I never use a hair dryer.

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  23. Marie E. says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:18 am

    I played soccer a couple of times in school.

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  24. Tiffany says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:18 am

    I went to a Mystery Dinner Theater once and actually had a lot of fun!

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  25. lena says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:20 am

    I rarely use hairdryer, only when I need to go out and my hair is still wet

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  26. Nika says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:21 am

    Homepage always has been and always will be Google!

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  27. Sarah Sq. says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:21 am

    I use a hair dryer every time I wash my hair.

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  28. Brittany says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:22 am

    I use a hair dryer nearly every day. My hair is so fine, without a little styling and oomph, it’s just WAYYYY too flat.

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  29. Mira says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:26 am

    I feel ‘ya momma! What helped me when my girls where so little where taking walks with them. Once a day. It cleared the brain fog and uplifted my mood. Often they fell asleep in the stroller and I tried to enjoy the silence LOL 🙂

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  30. Dawn says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:26 am

    I dry my bangs everytime I wash my hair.

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  31. Kim Henrichs says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:27 am

    A pic of me when my hair stylist just curled my hair awesome – and then I took a selfie with my cat. love it

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  32. Crystal Sell says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:27 am

    I’ve been stuck in the house every day this week, but hopefully I can go out for a walk and do some shopping in a few days!

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  33. Kara says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:28 am

    I seldom use my hairdryer.

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  34. Nicole - paleandfreckled says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:33 am

    I’m also in baby jail, but I’m making an extra effort to get in our yard every day since the toddler needs outside time. It’s not the most fun since I usually need to get the baby into the carrier since he invariably wakes up from a nap while we’re out there. At 5 months he’s finally got a more locked in bedtime of ~7pm and waking twice. Had it easy with my first who dropped night feeding pretty early. This guy is too distracted to eat much during the day most of the time, so as everything else with him it’s a challenge. I said it last weekend and it didn’t happen but maybe I’ll get to Ulta to do a return this weekend while the boys are napping.
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  35. Heather W says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:35 am

    I love live theatre and one of the best shows I’ve ever seen was actually a dinner theatre. The show was called Tony and Tinas wedding, and it played at second city in Toronto many years ago… so funny!

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  36. Tiffanie says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:35 am

    We are spending the weekend at the beach!

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  37. Lindsay says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:36 am

    i used to rarely use a hair dryer when mine was long, but since i got it cut short a few weeks ago i’ve been doing it more

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  38. Amoure Jones says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:36 am

    Hey Karen, Little ladies love Momma’s attention.
    My weekend is pretty mellow after just finishing up 20 centerpieces for my aunts prayer breakfast (she acknowledges the military and hands out awards to them and students graduating from high school). I’ve been doing it for the past 5 years already and I truly enjoy doing my part. Plus I get to showcase my talent/creativity in that area.
    I use a hair dryer probably once a month because usually I just let my hair air dry. If I do use it it’s on cool especially if I’m following up with a flat iron because too much heat is damaging.

    Have a great rest of the weekend.

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  39. Lisa Brown says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:42 am

    I rarely use a hair dryer, I let my hair air dry the majority of the time.

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  40. Lola says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:44 am

    My favorite kicks right now have to be my flip flops! The weather is getting warm, and I have major summer fever!

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  41. Tatiana says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:50 am

    I remember having a Civic with the baby seat and stroller. The stroller wasn’t the problem. This was before car seats with the click in/click out seats. So I had to lean in to unbuckle my kid, pick her up and put her in the stroller. None of that was a pain, but I usually whacked my head on the low door sill. Man, Civics were really small back then.
    I think I had a different mode of operation. I went out with my kid every day. Rain, shine, grocery shopping, mall, dinner. If I didn’t get outside I went crazy, so whether my kid wanted it or not, we went out. Yeah, trips took 50% longer than they did without baby in tow, but I felt like it was important to get out. I was actually kinda jealous of moms with sleeping babies in their strollers. My husband and I used to marvel at sleeping babies in public. Mine was always a wide awake kinda kid. But whether she was happy, vocalizing or downright upset, we went out. Try a ten to twenty minute walk with the stroller in your neighborhood. Not to far, cuz I know you’ve got hills.

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  42. Bex D says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:51 am

    Hi Karen!
    I had a busy day. This morning I went to the hairdressers, then got a new ear piercing (front helix) and then did the shopping. Am now sat curled up on the sofa under a fleecy blanket with a good book (am in UK so its 7:50 in the evening here).
    Give Connor Claire a hug. My 2 year old nephew has discovered the charms of a Minions guitar so my sister sends me gorgous vids of him.
    Enjoy the rest of your weekend xx

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  43. Amy says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:53 am

    Real football is the best!

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  44. Coline T. says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:54 am

    My fav picture is about my graduation, where I’m with the people that matter to me most 🙂

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  45. Emily says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:55 am

    I’ve never been to one of those restaurant/movie theaters but it doesn’t quite appeal to me. I’d rather have the restaurant atmosphere on its own!

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  46. CatG says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:57 am

    I think I’ve used a hairdryer maybe 5 times in my life!! I like letting my curls dry naturally.

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  47. brooklynshoebabe says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:57 am

    my hair is so short that I towel dry it or let it air dry instead of using a hair dryer.

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  48. Michaela says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:59 am

    Hi Karen! Sorry you think you are stuck in Baby Jail. I assure you it gets better as Connor grows older and you can maybe take her to Sephora while she is asleep in her stroller. Or take advantage to go solo when she’s with the babysitter. Anyways, my favorite pic of mine is when I was 5 years old, and one of my front teeth is missing. Classic!

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  49. Maria says

    May 21st, 2016 at 12:14 pm

    I like all the summer makeup and fragrances that are coming out. I look forward to trying some new eyeliner and lip gloss.

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  50. Anastassia says

    May 21st, 2016 at 12:16 pm

    Never played soccer. Tried to play volleyball

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  51. Janetta says

    May 21st, 2016 at 12:18 pm

    LOVE a good dinner theater!

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  52. Andrea Darst says

    May 21st, 2016 at 12:20 pm

    This past week was my first week back at “life” (work, home, etc.) after a week’s vacation/trip to Jamaica. Rough business! I haven’t had a crappier week…ever, I think! So glad it’s over and this weekend is nice weather!

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  53. Kim Pincombe Cole says

    May 21st, 2016 at 12:21 pm

    If it’s any consolation, I’ve been in ‘allergy jail’ all week. The struggle is real.
    I’m one if those people who hate most photos of themself. But I love my wedding photo with my husband on the beach right after our vows..

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  54. Nicki says

    May 21st, 2016 at 12:32 pm

    Google is my internet homepage.

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  55. Jessica miller says

    May 21st, 2016 at 12:33 pm

    Thank you for the giveaway! I love Sephora!

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  56. illy junus says

    May 21st, 2016 at 12:33 pm

    I still remember those years that i have to carry the stroller,…don’t worry soon you’ll master it, and the baby grow up so fast.I always use hairdryer every other day, because i have my hair been so wet.

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  57. Darlene R says

    May 21st, 2016 at 12:33 pm

    Hi! I like to use a hair dryer only on my bangs and let the rest air dry.

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  58. Sarah W says

    May 21st, 2016 at 12:34 pm

    I actually don’t own a hair dryer! The only places I’ve really been were work and the grocery store. Exciting…

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  59. Icequeen81.ma says

    May 21st, 2016 at 12:34 pm

    I am not at baby jail jet, But I had home arrest 3 weeks ago, we had a vacation from school but was nothing like a vacation. I was home alone the whole day I don’t mind that. But the whole uncomfortable situation was , it has been very hot these days and during those 2 weeks was more it feels like we are in an oven. I feel the warm weather these days heavier than ever, I feel like I am burning. If I lay in bed with the fan on there was no position I could take that was not uncomfortable. I got kind of rash on my belly and in other parts of my body due the sweat, well it was not sweet.
    When the weekend came we had to stay home to fix the rooms tiles/painting and so many things that need to be fixed to make it safe for the big moment so I felt the home arrest more.

    So Karen I feel what you are feeling already

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  60. Chelsea says

    May 21st, 2016 at 12:35 pm

    I never use blow dryers! When I get my hair cut, they typically do a blowout. Otherwise, I air dry. I have straight, fine hair.

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  61. Natalie says

    May 21st, 2016 at 12:40 pm

    I am super boring – my homepage is Gmail.

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  62. Jessica Harrison says

    May 21st, 2016 at 12:45 pm

    I use my hair dryer everyday. I have crazy thick hair and it takes forever to air dry. Hope you and your little get some time out of the house to breathe!

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  63. Laura says

    May 21st, 2016 at 12:55 pm

    We have a Shakespeare dinner theater in my town. It is super fun to go!

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  64. Cory says

    May 21st, 2016 at 12:58 pm

    Hey my beautiful mamas!

    Sooo…

    Muh current favorite kicks? A pair of moto-booties from ShoeDazzle like 2yrs ago lol

    What’s your favorite picture of yourself? Ugh, don’t have one!

    How often do you use a hair dryer? Once a year? If that?

    Dinner theater: yes or no? Sure? Never have, but why not? I’ll try anything once!

    Have you ever played soccer (aka real football)? No…

    What do you have set as your internet homepage? Google Chrome

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    • Cory says

      May 21st, 2016 at 12:59 pm

      * no homepage, just Google lol

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  65. Mary W says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:01 pm

    No dinner theater for me. I use a blow dryer every time I wash my hair. I don’t need to wash my hair very often so the damage risk is minimal.

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  66. Leora says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:02 pm

    Happy Long weekend in Canada here!!! ??

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  67. CAROLINA BARRERA says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:04 pm

    I never use a hair dryer…

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  68. Steve Weber says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:05 pm

    Dinner theater: yes or no? – always yes

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  69. Rhoda K says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:05 pm

    I’m a huge football fan! It’s on the tv constantly in our house. I used to play as a kid – wish I’d stuck at it.

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  70. Lisa says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:07 pm

    My curly hair and hair dryers don’t play nicely together.

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  71. Susan T. says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:07 pm

    Twitter is my homepage. I love me some Twitter! This week I went to a scone tea at the local Seniors Center. My grandma and all her friends were serving and being a bunch of grandmas they had made the scones and cream from scratch. They also had a bake sale. It was kind of like heaven! 🙂

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  72. Lynn T. says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:13 pm

    I’ve always wanted to go to a dinner theater show, do you have any suggestion for one?

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  73. Lulubelle says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:13 pm

    I have played soccer before, albeit badly. All that running, I can’t even imagine attempting it now :-0

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  74. Heather G says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:17 pm

    I’ve never used a hairdryer for around 10 years.

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  75. Cindy says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:18 pm

    I use a hairdryer every time I wash my hair, which is most days. I know this is a sin for curly hair but I can’t stand not having my hair washed because I use a LOT of product. Every time it’s washed I have to diffuse it dry or else my hair will be flat, and I CAN’T have that! Haha!

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  76. Tracy Robertson says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:19 pm

    I hope your hubs gives you a nice break so you can get out soon! I’ve never been to dinner theater. I would love to try it at least once, those murder mystery ones sound like fun.

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  77. Pauline says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:19 pm

    Happy Long weekend everyone!!!

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  78. Lulu says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:22 pm

    When it’s really hard for mewith a little baby I say to myself that this is not for ever) usually this helps)
    I use hairdryer once a week.

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  79. Nivedita says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:26 pm

    I have been trying to win this giveaway for the last five years I think. But, that I never win never disappoints because participation has never been this fun and I keep reading the other comments as well.
    Nivedita recently posted … My so far top moisturizers of summer 2016

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  80. Denise S says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:28 pm

    I’ve never used a hair dryer on any type of regular basis. I’ve always let it air dry. I use a hair dryer maybe once every few months.

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  81. Daniela says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:37 pm

    I haven’t used my hairdryer in a long time, because my hair is really short at the moment.

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  82. Tiffany says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:40 pm

    My brother used to be the type to have all the cool cars, fix them them really nice. BUT once he got married, he had to sell his cool little sports car and get an SUV. THEN, once they started having kids, the SUV went bye bye and HELLO MINIVAN! Funny thing is, he loves it. Mr. sports car really enjoys having a minivan haha

    I sure hope you get a nice day out soon 🙂

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    • Kimm says

      May 21st, 2016 at 3:28 pm

      I haven’t left the house! I’m stuck on bedrest!!! It sucks!! I’m 36 weeks today and I’m having anxiety!!! My body aches from laying on my sides -especially my ribs. I am stuck on bedrest because my fluids are low and my baby boy is small. I drank a gallon of water yesterday and my tests today say that my fluid dipped again! It’s stil “acceptable” but I am having anxiety!!! I have to go get a fluid check and a stress test every other day so that gets me out of the house. On makeup news, my friend who works for UD brought me a Gwen blush pallet yesterday to cheer me up. It’s beautiful. It was the ‘highlight’ of my week! (Pun intended). Today my first Sephora Play! Box came. Haven’t opened it yet. Waiting till I am a little more board! I hope you have a great weekend and make it out of the house! It’s so hard to go anywhere w kids!

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  83. Rosemary says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:52 pm

    I use a hair dryer a lot in the winter, but in the summer I let my hair air dry and be it’s wild and crazy self. Unless I have somewhere special to be.

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  84. Liz says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:56 pm

    My homepage is Makeupalley.

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  85. Miradan says

    May 21st, 2016 at 1:57 pm

    My favorite picture of myself was taken almost 10 years ago, days before a cancer diagnosis. It shows me happy and relaxed and not too worried about all the testing I was undergoing. I also like because I have found that, for some reason, people never take pictures of just *me* — I’m always with someone else — and I like the fact that it’s a solo shot. It’s been a long ten years since it was taken!

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  86. Aury says

    May 21st, 2016 at 2:04 pm

    I try not to blow dry my hair much, but I’ve found my wavy texture dries better if I use the diffuser on it at least a little, so I’ve been using it a lot more than usual.

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  87. Vanessa says

    May 21st, 2016 at 2:08 pm

    Friends,
    I went for a walk in the rain today.
    Epic outdoors trip last week. It was the highlight of my past few years.
    Cheers!

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  88. Maria says

    May 21st, 2016 at 2:19 pm

    I rarely use a hair dryer even though my hair looks so much better when it’s styled.

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  89. Jenny says

    May 21st, 2016 at 2:23 pm

    Hi Karen!
    My little guy will be 2 months on Monday. He’s such a little ham and more mellow than my other boys. Lately I’ve been enjoying taking walks with him in the ergo. It gives us some outside bonding time while I get to add a few exercise minutes towards this baby belly! lol

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  90. Marian Johnson says

    May 21st, 2016 at 2:25 pm

    I don’t use a hair dryer, ever! Lol

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  91. LizzyLovesSatan says

    May 21st, 2016 at 2:27 pm

    coconut raisin pancakes mmmmmmm

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  92. Lyse Davitt says

    May 21st, 2016 at 2:28 pm

    Use my hair dryer two to three times a week.

    Reply
  93. Amy Z. says

    May 21st, 2016 at 2:39 pm

    I currently have an eclair obsession.

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  94. Karen says

    May 21st, 2016 at 2:42 pm

    •Your current favorite kicks?
    The Sperrys. So comfy 🙂
    http://www.amazon.com/Sperry-Top-Sider-Seacoast-Prints-Stripe/dp/B01015XS6Q/
    •What’s your favorite picture of yourself?
    From my wedding – my husband and I are on a bench, staring at each other…we both look gorgeous.
    •How often do you use a hair dryer?
    Basically never. I’m lazy.
    •Dinner theater: yes or no?
    Sure – sounds like fun!
    •Have you ever played soccer (aka real football)?
    Yup! I played one year when I was 6 and was so bored I’ve never played since hahaha…
    •What do you have set as your internet homepage?
    At work, it’s automatically set (boo!) but at home, I have it as a “new tab” page since I like to have options when I turn my computer on 😀

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  95. Judy Thomas says

    May 21st, 2016 at 2:43 pm

    I never use a hairdryer, I would end up with an affro! lol. judethomas21@gmail.com

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  96. Cathy says

    May 21st, 2016 at 2:45 pm

    Don’t feel bad. All I’ve done this week is work and then today I just did laundry and worked out. Yes, I say go outside, go to the mall and buy yourself something fun.

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  97. Adriana says

    May 21st, 2016 at 2:48 pm

    I only use a hair dryer when im in a hurry, and theres no time to air dry.

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  98. alice says

    May 21st, 2016 at 2:49 pm

    Let’s see. I got off work at noon and went straight into mommy mode. I walked around the neighborhood with the kid, then nap time, worked a little while the kid napped, then walked around the neighborhood again. I capped the night off with a delightful visit to Costco for more diapers.

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  99. Jamie says

    May 21st, 2016 at 3:09 pm

    I never use a hair dryer or anything else on my hair. I just let it air dry then brush it once it’s dry.

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  100. Aimen Abbasi says

    May 21st, 2016 at 3:32 pm

    Nike free runs? Seriously LOVE THEM! Everyone needs a pair! Especially since ur a new mom and a lot of walking on those feet!

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  101. Gina Bullard says

    May 21st, 2016 at 4:00 pm

    I’m currently obsessed with my new black flip-flops by YellowBox. Hope you get out soon!!! Wish I could baby sit for you!!!!

    Gina

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  102. Sandy says

    May 21st, 2016 at 4:05 pm

    I have a new pair of grey Skechers I wear with everything, they’re great. I never use a hair dryer! I just don’t have the time and I like how my hair dries naturally. When I was younger (before children) I always used a hair dryer, oh my how times change! Hope you’re having a lovely weekend.

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  103. Alona Y says

    May 21st, 2016 at 4:05 pm

    I feel you on the baby jail! I have no car during the day so it’s really, really hard to push myself to go out. Nothing fits, I’m tired, etc… We walk to the playground on occasion! I gotta tell ya, the grass is always greener and all that but I do wish I had a car so I could go out, lol.

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  104. Alix says

    May 21st, 2016 at 4:12 pm

    Looking forward to a cool, showery Sunday.

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  105. mrsshukra says

    May 21st, 2016 at 4:13 pm

    Don’t use a hair dryer!

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  106. Joselyn Hernandez says

    May 21st, 2016 at 4:16 pm

    Don’t use a hairdryer too often since I moved and haven’t bought a new one yet!

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  107. Maria Malaveci says

    May 21st, 2016 at 4:20 pm

    Never use a blow dryer. I have curls, and that would be a complete disaster! Thanks so much for the giveaway!

    mmalavec(at)med(dot)umich(dot)edu

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  108. Sylvia says

    May 21st, 2016 at 4:29 pm

    I am obsessed with my Birkenstock Mayaris, and have been since last summer.

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  109. Rachel R. says

    May 21st, 2016 at 4:30 pm

    Happy weekend. LMAO at “baby barking.” It’s an early step toward talking. Then, God help you! 😉

    I only blow dry my hair for special occasions.

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  110. Brian says

    May 21st, 2016 at 4:32 pm

    Hope you are doing well Karen! I just picked up some of the new Bite Spring 2016 lipsticks. They are such fun colors and I am actually thoroughly enjoying the Amuse Bouche formula.

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  111. Mel. B. says

    May 21st, 2016 at 4:37 pm

    Hair dryers are too time consuming. I just wash and wear!

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  112. Lori P says

    May 21st, 2016 at 4:46 pm

    My internet homepage is Yahoo, easy access to news and my email.

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  113. Jolene Johnson says

    May 21st, 2016 at 5:00 pm

    I hardly ever leave the house either, but that’s because I hardly ever feel up to anything but sitting with my feet up. Neuropathy sucks. Google is my homepage because I Google everything I wonder about lol.

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  114. Lydia B. says

    May 21st, 2016 at 5:10 pm

    I probably use a hair dryer once or twice a week, depending on what I’ve got going and how much I want to commit to doing my hair! (:

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  115. Kecia S. says

    May 21st, 2016 at 5:12 pm

    I don’t recall the last time I used a hair dryer because I’m not coordinated enough with a brush & dryer simultaneously. I have a hot air brush that gets the job done.

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  116. Jessica says

    May 21st, 2016 at 5:18 pm

    Your current favorite kicks? My new Sam Edelman Holt booties
    How often do you use a hair dryer? A few times a week, I try to let it air dry to avoid more heat damage
    Dinner theater: yes or no? Yes, but I hope they won’t pick on me!
    Have you ever played soccer (aka real football)? I was forced to in PE in school! Not enjoyable for me!
    What do you have set as your internet homepage? It’s blank

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  117. Erika B says

    May 21st, 2016 at 5:30 pm

    Wish I could babysit for you and give you a break! 🙂

    I rarely use a hairdryer, partly from laziness, but also so I don’t damage my hair too much!

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  118. Lindsey says

    May 21st, 2016 at 6:30 pm

    How often do I use a hair dryer? Never, actually! I always air dry my hair (out of laziness)

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  119. Rachel says

    May 21st, 2016 at 6:35 pm

    I try to air dry my hair but if I’m in a rush or it’s cold and I don’t want to go out with wet hair then I’m going to be pulling out that hair dryer for sure!

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  120. Tania G says

    May 21st, 2016 at 6:47 pm

    I have to use a hairdryer every time i was my hair. I have naturally curly hair and hate the way it air dries. never looks good.

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  121. Marta says

    May 21st, 2016 at 6:48 pm

    I dry my hair every time i wash my hair.
    Hang in there Karen, I was in baby jail 8 years ago!

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  122. Deb says

    May 21st, 2016 at 6:54 pm

    I hear you about not leaving the house. I would tell you it gets easier, and in ways it does, buts it’s always something of a struggle when you’re a parent. Totally worth it though! Here’s hoping you get out soon. 🙂

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  123. Mylinda says

    May 21st, 2016 at 7:04 pm

    Your mention of the little Mazda brought back memories of my first car! I drove that Mazda from 1994 to 2005! Crazy, huh? Then I got married and hubby and I shared his car until we found out I was pregnant and so he went out and got… a minivan. I know there’s a stigma against minivans but I don’t care. Best decision ever. All that room! I’m already on my second one. And I only have two kids. God bless you, Karen. I miss your posts.

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  124. Nancy Tipton says

    May 21st, 2016 at 7:07 pm

    Oh goodness, those “baby jail” days aren’t so much fun while you’re in them, but my little “incarceration” was 30 years ago this coming August, followed by another 27 years ago, because I’m crazy like that! But now my nest has been empty for almost 8 years…I wish for those earlier days some days.
    Ok, now that I went and got all misty eyed; yes, I do blow dry my very long, frizzy-curly hair bone straight once per week. It’s quite a wrestling match! Favorite shoes ATM, are my Converse with the elastic back in a white lace looking pattern and my black Air Walk sneaks.

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  125. Terri says

    May 21st, 2016 at 7:14 pm

    I have to say “no” to dinner theater (even though I love theater in general).

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  126. CL says

    May 21st, 2016 at 7:17 pm

    I very rarely blow-dry my hair. I hate the heat, and my hairdryer is a little on the heavy side, so it’s hard to hold it long enough to do the job correctly. I also don’t like to damage my hair unnecessarily.

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  127. Bernice says

    May 21st, 2016 at 7:35 pm

    My homepage is just Google on my Chrome browser.

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  128. Kathy says

    May 21st, 2016 at 7:46 pm

    Thank you for your generosity!! :))

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  129. Lisa C says

    May 21st, 2016 at 7:53 pm

    I use a dryer once a week.

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  130. LindaLibraLoca says

    May 21st, 2016 at 7:58 pm

    I am in baby jail as well, but I do go to the playground quite a lot to keep my daughter entertained. I”d rather go to the mall though.
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  131. Sandy P says

    May 21st, 2016 at 8:13 pm

    I remember that jail!! Only I had 4 kids in 7 years! So I was also in toddler jail as I seemed to have two toddlers at a time. It will get better. I try not to use heat on my hair anymore and let it dry naturally. Just want healthy hair.

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  132. Amber says

    May 21st, 2016 at 8:38 pm

    I have to use a dryer every time I wash my hair. Every. Time. I got my parents hairy genes, so it’s a poofy mess if I let it dry naturally. I could give tabs a run for his money with furballs.

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  133. Mardi says

    May 21st, 2016 at 8:43 pm

    I use my hairdryer any day that I leave the house

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  134. Sherry P says

    May 21st, 2016 at 8:43 pm

    Baby jail! Oh my, getting out is so important but I remember the struggle is real! Speaking of the struggle : my hair dryer blew up last Monday, I didn’t realize how much I relied on it *sigh. Now to research and get a new one. Take care of you and the sweet wee one☆

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  135. maria says

    May 21st, 2016 at 9:02 pm

    We are enjoying a long weekend here in Canada. Hope you are as well!

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  136. susan says

    May 21st, 2016 at 9:11 pm

    I use a hairdryer every day! I love it for heating my eye lash curler.

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  137. Mickey says

    May 21st, 2016 at 9:17 pm

    I use my dryer more so in the winter when it takes a while for my hair to dryer. I’ve played real soccer before for intramurals while I was in college. I haven’t played soccer now for about a year now, probably for the best since I have bad knees.

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  138. Aenea says

    May 21st, 2016 at 9:35 pm

    I don’t even have a hair dryer! I should get one soon.

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  139. Zoey says

    May 21st, 2016 at 9:47 pm

    My internet home page is my email provider, since I always check my emails first when I log on.

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  140. Seddon says

    May 21st, 2016 at 9:50 pm

    The last time I really played soccer was right after I first got braces in the fourth grade…
    The ball hitting me in the face did not mix well with my new metal accessory. 🙁

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  141. Ursula saunders says

    May 21st, 2016 at 10:05 pm

    I use my hairdryer every single day! I can’t live without it!

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  142. Janet Shepherd says

    May 21st, 2016 at 10:05 pm

    Oh girl I hear you! I worked Mon & Tues, but seem to have spent the rest of the week at medical appointments & tests, or resting at home. My health is fine, it’s just been one of those weeks of catching up on things. Also the weather has been very rainy & cold, just not conducive to being outside!

    It was so great to get out yesterday in the sun & walk the dogs for a bit! Fresh air to blow away the cobwebs.

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  143. Dee says

    May 21st, 2016 at 10:37 pm

    I use a hair dryer only if I’m going out — I prefer air drying if I have the time 🙂

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  144. Adi says

    May 21st, 2016 at 10:50 pm

    my homepage is marthastewart.com 🙂
    thanks for the giveaway!

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  145. Donna w says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:03 pm

    I use a hair dryer daily but very sparingly – just to shape my hair after I let it air dry.

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  146. Lucy Nguyen says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:11 pm

    I rarely use hair dryer since I prefer air drying

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  147. Isabella says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:13 pm

    That’s a bummer Karen. I’d skip the mall and head out for a nice walk instead and enjoy the nature if possible.

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  148. Birgit Lehner says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:21 pm

    I played soccer as a kid. It’s definitely “a thing” here in good old Europe. 🙂

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  149. Jenna says

    May 21st, 2016 at 11:53 pm

    I hardly ever use a hair dryer. The girls and I play soccer all the time!

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  150. Tori says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 12:02 am

    I can’t wait to do anything but stay in my house for a while!
    My brother in law has been severely ill in hospital for going on two weeks now and it’s incredibly chaotic and stressful. Thankfully he’ll make a full recovery so just need to weather the storm!

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  151. Aviva says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 12:38 am

    I never use a hairdryer! I find air drying makes my hair less frizzy!

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  152. Jennifer Pham says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 12:43 am

    Dinner theatre – interesting experience, but probably not for me. It’s distracting to look at menus, make orders, and not be able to see where I’m sticking my fork. Distracting to see others go through this process around you too.

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  153. Nikolina says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 2:49 am

    I never use a hair dryed except when its winter and I really must go out soon after washing my hair! 🙂

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  154. Aurelie Red says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 5:29 am

    Hi Karen !
    I never use a hairdryer because of my fine and delicate hair ♥

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  155. Julie Murphy says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 5:32 am

    I never use a hair dryer.

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  156. Sanam says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 5:46 am

    In winter I use my hairdryer everyday, but in the warmer months I rarely use it unless I have somewhere special to go.

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  157. Maria K says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 5:51 am

    I love theatre, opera, musicals and classic concerts but I’m not sure if I like the combination of theatre and dinner. I think it would be ditracting both ways. I don’t know if i could enjoy both at the same time. I think it depends on what kind of play it would be. If it’s some comedic play I think I could enjoy both.

    We have something like that in my hometown and you have to book the ticket at least half a year in advance. It is that popular! I have never been there but i have heard only good things about it and it is on the more comedic side.

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  158. Lisa Foster says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 5:58 am

    I would really like to win the gift card to give to my sister for her birthday!

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  159. Laurinha says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 6:12 am

    Hi Karen and MBB family
    Hv a nice weekend

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  160. Jean says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 6:51 am

    I like wearing boots but I’m always so lazy about my looks imjustmwear sneakers. Lately I’ve been using a slip on ankle boot because my sneakers keep untying and its annoying.

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  161. Anita says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 6:55 am

    I hate drying my hair, so I usually don’t do it at all. However, i had a haircut that was nothing like I asked for and now have to blow dry my hair each time I wash it so that I can straighten it right after.

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  162. Lorraine says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 7:05 am

    Baby jail doesn’t last long, I promise. I hope you get out and about before you go stir crazy, but I kWYM sometimes all the hassle of it makes it seem not worth it. You will be a master at stroller loading, diaper bag packing and errands-outings expert(knowing where all the public restrooms with decent changing facilities and every place that has family friendly amenities- thank you Nordstrom and Kaiser for having nursing areas! etc) sooner than you think, no minivan required.

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  163. veronica lee says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 7:47 am

    I was once forced to play soccer for an inter-company match as we didn’t have enough players. I scored a goal but we lost 0-1. I kicked the ball into the opponent’s goal post! It was the joke of the year!

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  164. Ashley says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 8:03 am

    Don’t feel bad about being in baby jail. Being outside is overrated lol. For once I actually stayed in and watched tv with my boyfriend.
    Ashley recently posted … How To : The Fall to Summer Skirt Transformation

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  165. Kate K says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 8:09 am

    It’s easier to get motivated to leave the house when the weather is nice, since you can just walk out the front door. My kiddo was a late fall baby and there was a lot of snow that winter, so though I was stir-crazy it was hard to do anything about it! Once I moved to an area with a good playdate group it was easier to be motivated to leave the house 🙂

    I almost never use a hair dryer – even though my hair is halfway down my back it’s fine and abundant so dries pretty fast.

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  166. Bridget says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 8:19 am

    Your current favorite kicks?
    What’s your favorite picture of yourself?
    How often do you use a hair dryer?
    Dinner theater: yes or no?
    Have you ever played soccer (aka real football)?
    What do you have set as your internet homepage?

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    • Bridget says

      May 22nd, 2016 at 8:21 am

      Oops! I didn’t mean to post twice.
      My favorite kicks are a pair of pink and black AvIa running shoes of which I have two pairs. I try to only use them for real running and wear other shoes to the gym, but even so, they’re racking up the miles.
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  167. Emily says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 8:20 am

    My homepage is Google 🙂

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  168. ann b says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 9:01 am

    I never use a hair dryer.

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  169. Barbara B says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 9:02 am

    i use a hair dryer every other day, but I don’t dry my hair all the way.

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  170. Christina says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 9:05 am

    Google is my homepage.

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  171. Katrina says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 10:11 am

    I use a hairdryer almost every day. That’s why I look forward to vacation – no blow dryer!

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  172. Oa says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 10:33 am

    Want to win!

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  173. Maria Alessandra says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 10:49 am

    My favourite picture of myself is one of when I was a child with carnival dress of a butterfly

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  174. Stephanie says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 10:55 am

    A few years ago I invested in a GHD hair dryer after being so satisfied with my GHD styler. I have to say, it changed my life! I have thick, partially wavy, and coarse hair and with a little styling product and the right brush I have an amazing blowout in 20 minutes (where before I would either take twice as long or the dryer would pass out, lol, and need a break). I try to not wash my hair too often so in winter I dry my hair twice a week but now that the weather is warming up I might let it air dry more. I recently added the curling iron to my collection and can highly recommend their products. I know they are expensive but I always wanted Brooke Shields hair and now I have it 🙂

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  175. Lydia M Bennett says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 11:38 am

    My current favorite kicks are my black yara birsenstocks 🙂

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  176. Christine says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 11:57 am

    Is “kicks” another term for footwear?? I’m out of the lingo loop!

    I guess the grass is definitely greener. I’m mostly at work so one day a week I relish not leaving the house. But I understand you must be wanting outside time more often than you’re getting, Karen. I hope you master the stroller-car thing soon so that it’s easier to get out there and leave baby jail.

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  177. Debbie Campbell says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 12:01 pm

    Hello! I use a hair dryer about 6 days a week. It gives my hair a little lift.

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  178. Dawn Ganey says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 12:02 pm

    I am remodeling my 1974 townhouse, so far it looks great, work in progress.

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  179. Daniela Plume says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 12:11 pm

    I don’t like a lot of pictures of myself but over the years, my faves have been candid shots with the kids as they’ve grown; hugging, kissing, laughing moments caught in time.

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  180. Rayshawn Shallow says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 12:14 pm

    Happy Sunday to all

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  181. BooBooNinja says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 12:27 pm

    I rarely use a hair dryer. I dislike the feel of forced hot air.

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  182. Monica says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 1:05 pm

    I use my hairdryer probably every second day

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  183. Jennifer says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 1:21 pm

    I use a hair dryer at least twice a week-I love the volume it gives me!

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  184. Katie says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 1:56 pm

    Sending hugs! You’re doing great. At the least, a daily short stroll around your neighborhood (with Connor Claire) can do wonders – and no minivan required!

    On another note, the header image is ADORABLE

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  185. Liberty says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 3:01 pm

    I have been real busy at work, had a yard sale, trimmed grass, have my grandson for the weekend, set up the kiddie pool which he enjoyed, and thinking of taking him to the play park, I forgot I even planted my garden. Had to chase my grandson down because he was in an unsafe area. I am only naming a few things I did!!!

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  186. Sara says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 3:02 pm

    I dry my hair a few times a week at the most

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  187. Kirsten says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 3:09 pm

    Your current favorite kicks? I like Nike running shoes. They’re cushy for my bad knees and lightweight.

    What’s your favorite picture of yourself? One from when I was a teen and had my ponytail in small braids and posed like a supermodel. Hee!

    How often do you use a hair dryer? Never. I don’t like them.

    Dinner theater: yes or no? Is that an invitation? Sure!

    Have you ever played soccer (aka real football)? Just in gym class.

    What do you have set as your internet homepage? Not sure anymore. It always opens the same tabs from when I shut it down.

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  188. Krystle says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 3:12 pm

    My baby is 13 months old now and down to one nap and we are on our first real vacation! It certainly gets easier to get out of the house as they get a little older!

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  189. Wren says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 3:23 pm

    Favorite sneakers are definitely my holographic Supergas. I work with kids and they are obsessed with them 🙂 I wear them all summer!

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  190. Stella Martis says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 3:54 pm

    My favourite animal is cat, thus my life goal is to be a cat lady 🙂

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  191. Amber says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 4:02 pm

    I use a hairdryer about 2 times a week…less when it’s hot outside!

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  192. Susan Christy says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 4:28 pm

    My favorite shoes are my leopard print slip-on sneakers.

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  193. Maryna Jedrzejak says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 4:32 pm

    My HomePage is MSN and i love Sephora!!!!

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  194. Dee says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 4:46 pm

    Hoping you have a wonderful week and can find a way to get out and about even got just a little bit!
    ?

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  195. Wendy hutton says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 5:13 pm

    we had snow 2 nights ago and been raining heavy since

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  196. sheila ressel says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 5:16 pm

    I use a hair dryer about 3 times a week.

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  197. Pam says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 5:30 pm

    I love dinner theatre but it can be quite expensive. My fave was a spy themed one.

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  198. Maddie says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 5:51 pm

    Karen, I love reading about your baby’s latest antics. It seems she’s keeping you on your toes with her “baby barking.” Haha

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  199. Deborah says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 6:02 pm

    I have to use a blow dryer every time I wash – not enough time to air dry before I go to work.

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  200. Valerie C. says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 6:32 pm

    I use a hair dryer every other day. My fine hair is fairly high maintenance.

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  201. Natalie says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 7:00 pm

    I use a hair dryer 3-4 times a week, or whenever I wash my hair. It gets too frizzy if I do not use a dryer!

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  202. Judy says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 7:32 pm

    Yay for long weekend (north of the border here :p )!!

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  203. jonirae says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 7:48 pm

    Karen, I think baby barking is probably cuter than mad dog barking, which is what I have in my house lately… penny louise, my oversized ball of fluff and love, has taken a distinctly negative stance regarding the mailwoman as of late, so between her and mr. next-door deciding he should park his truck directly in front of our living room window, it’s been a bit noisy. ?

    but hey, speaking of hair blow dryers… I need a new one terribly bad!! any suggestions for a good one that is quick, decent about not-frizzing, and also maybe doesn’t cost a jillion dollars? some of these prices are ridiculous!! ??

    sending love to Connor Claire!! xx

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  204. India says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 7:52 pm

    I use my hair dryer every day, way too often. In fact I need to cut down on using it soon!
    India recently posted … Madelines | My first try+tips

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  205. Rachel says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 8:58 pm

    A couple of guys my husband works with are moving, so last night we went out bowling with them as a goodbye party. I only knew one guy there, so I spent most of the time just observing and checking Instagram every once in awhile, while everyone else drank entirely too much. My husband ended up having to drive one of the guys home, with me following to pick him up. We didn’t make it in until 2 and that is too late for this old lady!!
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  206. Aarti says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 9:01 pm

    I don’t think I have used a hair dryer in about two years! I have naturally curly hair and using my hair dryer, even with a diffuser, just causes so much extra frizz. Air drying is the way to go for me!

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  207. Alexandru Rusu says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 9:24 pm

    What do you have set as your internet homepage?

    I set Google search as my homepage.

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  208. Paula says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 9:52 pm

    For some unknown reason, I have MSN as my homepage. I never even look at it! I had my hair cut short a few weeks ago so I have been using a hair dryer pretty frequently. But before that hardly never. Now that it has been a few weeks I actually am not happy because it already needs to be trimmed. I should have just left it longer so am trying to figure out a graceful way of growing it out.

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  209. Jenna O says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 10:05 pm

    I played soccer as a child 🙂

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  210. Aarone Mawdsley says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 10:11 pm

    i like sparkly flats

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  211. Maria K says

    May 22nd, 2016 at 11:13 pm

    We went to our favorite Chinese place this weekend, and cleaned out the bunny cages! The former was definitely more fun than the latter 😉

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  212. MelodyJ says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 12:50 am

    I hope you and your family are doing well.

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  213. Abby says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 1:14 am

    Hi Karen, Can you please share your latest skin care product recommendations?

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  214. Deniz says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 1:24 am

    We had 3 hrs drive to our little house on the beach and spent the weekend there. It was fun 🙂

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  215. Kiyanna says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 3:28 am

    Hey Karen, LOL @ Baby jail..We r ur vistors…LOL

    Your current favorite kicks? Since it’s been raining for 2 weeks straight (sad face) my Dr. Marten’s boots.

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  216. H says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 4:59 am

    I rarely blow dry my hair- who has the time?!

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  217. Vidya says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 7:11 am

    I was never good at it, but I played soccer when I was really young!

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  218. Amy Orvin says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 7:25 am

    I have a cat party picture saved as my internet homepage.

    2dogs5catscrew@att.net

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  219. Maren says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 8:14 am

    I rarely use a hairdryer these days. Last time I used it was on my dog.

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  220. Jennifer says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 9:01 am

    I spent the weekend planting flowers – petunias and verbena – in baskets. While I was shopping at one local greenhouse two hens wandered in and hung out with me, helping me choose. We had fun.

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  221. Pamela Haddad says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 9:08 am

    I’m sure you’ll get outta the house soon! Funny how fast babies learn the tricks of getting what they want, huh? And Tabs is still intrigued? Hope everyone is getting along well.

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  222. TrippyPixie says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 9:29 am

    My favorite kicks right now are my Toms Avalon leather flats, since they’re so ridiculously comfy! However, since summer’s coming soon, I’ll be breaking out my Birkenstocks that I bought the last time I was in Germany — they’re way cuter than the ones we can buy here.

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  223. Jae says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 9:31 am

    I played soccer as a kid but hated it. Hubby played it since he was 4 and kept at it all the way through college. My two boys started at 3 with soccer but my older son stopped last year and started football (I’m trying to be supportive) but my younger one still loves it and is really good. My girl (who’s 18 months) will start at 3 and we’ll see if she takes to it or not.

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  224. Jordan says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 10:10 am

    I use my hair dryer about every other day.

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  225. Jenn @ Fairest Run of All says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 10:12 am

    I’d say I air dry 97% of the time. What a weirdo!

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  226. Lisa says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 11:20 am

    dinner theater – no way! i want to focus on the food. we don’t even watch tv at home while we’re eating, because we like to savor and enjoy (and of course talk about our day). plus, does dinner theater ever have good food? i’m guessing no.

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  227. Lauren says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 11:29 am

    Baby crow “eh!” Haha, what a sweetie! I’ve been in “home jail” too…very sick for awhile. Maybe go minivan shopping as an outting?! Lately I never use a hair dryer…my hair is damaged and living in rainy London, it’ll get wet and frizzy no matter what! ?

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  228. Analy Rodriguez says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 12:05 pm

    I try to avoid the hair dryer since my hair I have so little and so fine hair and I feel it damages it, so I use it just in winter.

    Reply
  229. Lena says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 1:14 pm

    I played soccer all growing up and hope my 17 month old will play, too!

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  230. celine says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 1:53 pm

    I use my hair dryer, i tried air drying overnight but it was still wet the day after, can’t wait 2 days for dry hair lol

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  231. Oli says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 1:55 pm

    I use hair dryer everyday

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  232. Charlotte says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 2:49 pm

    Had to spend time this weekend with The Turd and His Sycophant….grrrr

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  233. Rina says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 2:53 pm

    The stress is real but time flies and it won’t be so intense soon ?

    Reply
  234. Trude says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 5:27 pm

    I use a dryer a few times a week and rely on dry shampoo in between!
    Trude recently posted … 5 Things

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  235. Jordi says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 6:07 pm

    I would say I use a hairdryer about once a week, maybe less. It’s just so darn humid that I find I’d rather give up sometimes!

    I felt a little trapped with DS #1 but with DS #2, I had a mommy friend whose daughter was just a few days older and we’d meet for coffee and walks and it was SO good for both of us – or all 4 of us, I guess.

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  236. Jamie says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 6:40 pm

    Haven’t used a hair dryer in years! Hope you were able to break out of baby jail!

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  237. Susan C. says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 7:03 pm

    My exciting weekend consisted of driving my friend to the airport…twice! She didn’t allow enough time for check in for her flight Saturday afternoon, and that was the last flight of the day to her destination, sooo…she treated me to pizza Saturday night, in exchange for a 5AM ride back to the airport on Sunday. Admittedly, the traffic was nonexistent at that hour, and once it got light out on the way home I enjoyed the quietude. Of course, I then spent most of Sunday napping on the couch, but that’s what weekends are for, right?

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  238. Brenda Disimone says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 7:23 pm

    Today i bought gelish mini gel polish in po-riwinkle

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  239. em says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 7:44 pm

    i love my air max

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  240. Kim Anh says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 9:52 pm

    Sorry about the occasional baby blues, Karen. Your time is no longer your own. But when the baby looks at you with utter devotion and wiggles her body with happiness when you approach, it’s all so worth it.

    I will never disparage dinner theaters again since the lovely Amy Adams got her start at our hometown’s very own institution. It’s really special to be that up close and personal to what is essentially a Broadway performance – these people are that talented. Plus I get to sip a latte and inhale chocolate cake at the same time.

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  241. Deanna says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 10:15 pm

    Leaving the house is overrated.

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  242. Jennifer Red says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 11:14 pm

    My favorite picture of me is of when i was little at my dads ranch sitting ontop of a picking crate looking all cute.

    Reply
  243. Kimberly says

    May 23rd, 2016 at 11:44 pm

    I use a hairdryer about 3 times a week.

    Reply
  244. Regina Sevshek says

    May 25th, 2016 at 2:54 pm

    I use a hair dryer every single day…awful I know.

    Reply
  245. nlm8 says

    May 30th, 2016 at 5:47 am

    I try not to dry my hair more than a few times per week. Any suggestions on favorite products for damaged, dry hair? Thanks and Happy Memorial Day, Karen!

    Reply

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