Author Archives: sheswrite

Invisalign vs Metal Braces: Who wins the Teeth-Straightening Contest?

Posted on by May 24, 2013

Ever since I was a teenager, I have wanted braces. I know, it sounds strange, especially because I don’t have crazy crooked teeth, but I decided to let you in on a bit of my neurosis through this Invisalign-sponsored post.

I remember as a teen asking my parents for braces because I hated my bottom row. The top was straight and the bottom had a few teeth who didn’t want to get in line.

Metal braces

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My parents told me that my braces weren’t … Read more ...

The Winner of the $100 Gift Card Giveaway Is….

Posted on by May 17, 2013

I’m excited to announce the winner of my $100 gift card giveaway! It’s none other than the DIY blogger Laughing Abi.

There were tons of entries and through Rafflecopter, she was randomly selected as the recipient. I want to thank everyone who entered my biggest giveaway ever, especially those dedicated folks who entered time and time and time again. I very rarely enter giveaways, so it was neat for me to see your diligence through the continual stream of comments and Tweets.

Also, … Read more ...

Tasty Tuesdays: A Dinner At Chicago’s Pars Cove Persian restaurant

Posted on by May 14, 2013

Hubby and I have always been pretty lucky when it comes to our friends. We think they’re amazing people and they are all different on the outside: from born agains to atheists, seven-figure executives to welfare moms, and corn-bred white farm boys to inner-city brown-skinned survivors.

One evening the scheduling gods smiled upon us and allowed for us to have dinner with another couple. She’s an amazing journalist and he’s an amazing musician. I have no idea why they like us, but I’m just glad … Read more ...

Just Write: Bad sax in the suburbs

Posted on by May 13, 2013

I am sitting here in front of Potbellys in the suburbs because it’s a nice day and I want to write outside. Admittedly, it’s not an inspiring atmosphere because I’m at a café table on a sidewalk next to a black top parking lot in the middle of a bland strip mall that could be anywhere USA, but hey the sky is blue, there’s a slight breeze and I’m writing.

Image by valeo.

Image by valeo.

So no complaints here.

There is one weird/amusing thing though. There’s this … Read more ...