I’ve been spending a lot of time on the Internet this past week looking for advice. Maybe you can help me.
- Should I start another Master Cleanse? I’ve been thinking about doing this again for a while now and the start of a new year (right after a gluttonous holiday season) seems like as good a time as any. Pros: I really enjoyed and appreciated the last time I detoxed, it’s healthy, I sometimes find both cooking and eating to be a chore, and it’s a challenge. Cons: I’m afraid of my gums receding like they did last time, I don’t want to risk losing weight, chocolate.
- What new TV show should I start watching? The only time I watch TV is on my commute to and from work. I just finished The Sopranos last week and am looking for a new show to replace it on my ride home at night. I reserve the mornings for my comedy programs so this should ideally be a drama, but it doesn’t have to be. Current options: The Wire, Firefly, State of Play, Life on Mars (BBC).
- Which new camera should I get? I am pretty happy with my trusty Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W1, but it’s almost 5 years old and I really want a camera with image stabilization and much better video quality for crisper kiddie vids. And it’s almost my birthday! The new camera has to have excellent image quality and be easy to carry. I was entertaining the idea of getting a DSLR, but I don’t think I’m quite ready for a grown-up camera yet. Current options: Canon PowerShot SD880 IS, Canon PowerShot SD790 IS, Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3, and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX37.
- What should we name our next child? It has to be easy to pronounce by both my family in the US and kids and teachers here in Spain. And it has to work with Zamrycki, which is no small order. I’ve perused all sorts of books and been all over the Internet. When we were looking for a name for Emily, I was able to make a short list of five or six options that I liked but the final decision was rather difficult. This time, I can’t find a single name that I like! I find that good boys’ names are harder to find. Or maybe it’s just me. I got nothing. Help!
hmmmmmmmmmmm – Opinions, did someone say opinions?
1. No, not worth the trouble, last time you had a lousy experience
2. Have you ever gotten into House?
3. Cameras, I can’t help you on, your research will tell the tale best
4. Names, well Zachary, is the first name to come to mind, but now that I know you are looking for outside sources, I will think.
Bottom line, is your decisions are usually right on. I defer to you on all the above, but since you asked, what mother could resist.
I love you
Mom
1. I had a GOOd experience last time – it was just the gums thing that made me stop. I’ve heard that frequent swishing with water and brushing help to eleviate this.
2. I’ve seen House and I like House, but it’s not something that I want to dedicate my evenings to.
3. Still researching…
4. I thought Zachary, too. But here in Spain it would be pronounced “Thackary”, like with a lisp. Or just “Thack”. Still searching…
What’s wrong with Juan ? Short and sweet. Something Continental for a middle name and you are good to go.
Most of TV is a waste of good time. The History Channel is most informative.
The library has books on DVD and CD for that long ride to and from work. What’s your pleasure ?
DAD
I can’t help with the camera, cleansing or name thing, but I would highly recommend Gossip Girl. Yes I know it’s meant for teenage girls but I’m finding it very very addictive…
1. I’ve been thinking of doing that myself–where can I find the details
2. I LOVE MadMen! I find it to be a real thinking tv show. Now it may be that I’m old enough to remember being a child during that time, but I think its worth a shot.
3. No idea–I trust you with this knowledge.
4. Are we looking at any particular letter?
You can follow the links in this blog entry to the Wikipedia page on the Master Cleanse. From there, you can read all about it and check out a few of their external links. You can also follow the other link I provided to read about my personal experience with the cleanse. I highly recommend it!
Boys names are harder to find!!! Joe and I liked Oberon, but that’s just not kind,what with the whole fairy thing. Then here is Joe’s number one favourite, which you are more than welcome to take… wolfgang amadaous…x