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Guess what? I put on makeup yesterday so y’all get to see the new bangs.

I know. It’s all very exciting.

I was so busy applying makeup and straight-ironing my bangs that I never got around to cooking dinner. However, I figured it would be okay since I had made Mexican Casserole the night before.

Leftovers, it’s what’s for dinner.

What I didn’t factor in was that I used Extra-Hot Rotel for the Mexican Casserole and word on the street is the whole thing caused P no small amount of heartburn. I feel really bad about that.

So, last night when I made him eat it again for dinner, I served it with a Zantac. Because that’s just the kind of good wife I am.

I also offered to make some fresh guacamole to go with it. And I totally would have if the avocadoes I bought at HEB on Monday were anywhere near ripe, but they weren’t.

Mexican Casserole. With a side of Zantac.

Awesome.

Yesterday when I hit “publish” on my Overeaters Not-So-Anonymous post, it dawned on me that y’all might jump to the conclusion that I am with child. And honestly, I wished that was the reason.

Not because I necessarily want to have another baby, but at least if I were pregnant I’d know that in nine months the eating would stop. Right now, I’m not so sure.

I’m afraid it has become a lifestyle choice.

However, I will let y’all in on a little dieting tip that I discovered by accident this morning.

I’m in the process of reading the Bible in a year and am in Leviticus, which is filled to the brim with various information about blood sacrifices and what to do with the fat of a sacrificed animal.

I read my chapters in the morning while I eat my breakfast and, until this morning, nothing about all the blood, animal fat, and the mention of big toes has really affected my appetite.

As evidenced by my constant consumption of mass quantities of Doritos and Little Debbies while dreaming about Morton’s Donuts.

However, this morning I arrived at Leviticus 13 which provides a detailed account of various sores, rashes and skin conditions.

It caused me to put down the powdered Donette and walk away, which is no small feat.

And all of a sudden, I have never been more thankful for Leviticus.

Here’s to you, Old Testament, for once again proving that with God nothing is impossible.

And maybe I’m slightly biased, but I particularly loved this post from Boomama and this post from Shannon.

If you think about it today, pray that God gives them safe travel as they begin the long journey home.

Oh internet. I would like us to all have a big group hug right now. I don’t know that I’ve ever felt closer to you. The fact that many of you couldn’t even concentrate on Fashion Friday after I dropped the “Friday Night Lights” bombshell just warms my heart.

Judging from the emails and comments I’ve received today, it appears that many of you share my love of “Friday Night Lights” and agree that for NBC to cancel it would be a tragedy.

Here’s the link to the original article that a reader sent me.

NBC, I’m going to be honest with you and let you know that it’s pretty obvious you don’t have a whole lot going on in the way of quality programming.

The glory days of “Seinfeld”? Over.

“Friends”? Over.

“The Cosby Show”? Could make a comeback, but probably over.

I mean, I know you have Howie Mandel on “Deal or No Deal” and you enjoy airing it four nights a week right before whatever lame version of “Law & Order” happens to be on.

I also just saw a preview for some show about newlyweds being blindfolded and guiding each other through a parking lot.

Well, that’s just good T.V.

And honestly, NBC, you’ve left “ER” on for about twenty years past its prime, so why can’t you give “Friday Night Lights” another season?

So, for all of y’all who are like me and want to fight for our right to party, or you know, another season of “Friday Night Lights”, then go check out this link for more information on the campaign to save the show.

I realize it’s a small thing in the whole scheme of life, but I am sitting here watching “Grease 2” because there isn’t anything better on T.V.

Not that “Grease 2” isn’t a piece of cinematic greatness, but I feel certain that both Michelle Pfeiffer and I would be grateful if the American public had another viewing option.

Although it’s hard to top the moment where she sings “Cool Rider”.

Well, someone is about to have a very Happy Valentines Day. I loved y’alls response to the CWDkids giveaway contest and going through all your comments about the things you would order if you were to win.

And, CWDkids was so appreciative of your enthusiasm that they are offering FREE SHIPPING on any purchases you make before the end of the day on February 15. That is tomorrow for those you who are paying attention.

All you have to do to get your free shipping is enter the code CETMAMA when you check out. The best part is the nice folks at CWDkids said that they would love for y’all to pass along the code for FREE SHIPPING to your friends, family and neighbors as well.

So, GO ORDER THOSE CUTE CLOTHES. Get those swimsuits and coverups and seersucker dresses before the end of the day tomorrow and get your free shipping.

Now for the winner.

Remember, in the event that the winner is not able to assume the responsibilities and duties of a $300 gift certificate, the first runner-up will take over the crown.

That’s not really true. I have just watched way too many Miss Texas pageants.

The winner is:

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Here are your random numbers:

178

Timestamp: 2008-02-14 23:06:27 UTC

The winner is Melanie. And I promise it’s not me, although it is a great name. But Melanie doesn’t have a blog and I have contacted her by email. Thanks for playing everyone and congratulations Melanie!

I’m only 2% jealous and 98% happy for you.

Oh you read that right my dear internet people, instead of the usual Fashion Friday where I dispense vast amounts of potentially useless fashion tips, I’m having a little contest with the chance to win cash and fabulous prizes.

Or just one fabulous prize.

After last Friday’s post on children’s clothing, I thought it would be fun to figure out a way to let one lucky reader go on a shopping spree for her kids. Because, really, what is more fun than shopping for your little bundle of adorable who looks good in anything and isn’t worried about things like muffin top and flabby arms that could be made into a change purse?

The nice folks at CWDKids have made this dream of mine possible. Not the dream where chocolate donuts are non-fattening and totally healthy, but the dream to host a giveaway for my readers.

I am giving away a $300.00 gift certificate to CWDKids. Three hundred American dollars.

That will buy a lot of wee clothing.

In fact, if I won (which I’m pretty sure is against the rules) I would buy this and this and this.

And then I would buy this and this and this.

Unless I had a boy, in which case there isn’t enough therapy in the world to dress them in those clothes.

If you have boys, y’all may want to check out something more like this.

Or this.

And remember, their kids sizes go up to size 14 and they also have some things for mamas.

So, here’s what you need to do:

1. Go over to CWDKids.
2. Check out their stuff and find your favorite thing that your little cracker-eater would look precious in.
3. Come back and tell me about it in the comments.

The contest will end at 12:00 central time on February 14th. I’ll use the fabulous random number generator to pick a winner from the comments and announce it then. It will be the best Valentine’s Day present EVER.

One entry per person, please.

Y’all have fun!