November 18, 2007

I’ve learned that when you eat, you put a napkin on your lap for a reason!

I’ve learned that the smell of a rotten pumpkin seeping through carpet is like nothing you’ve ever smelled and it will take an entire box of baking soda to absorb the stench.

I’ve learned that you get what you pay for and that cheap tights will assure you a day of the crotch at your knees starting at 9am!

I’ve learned that sensitive skin means that your wedding rings overtime will create a rash on your finger.

I’ve learned that nothing is more annoying than a woman taking the elevator to the second floor – TO WORK OUT AT A GYM!

I’ve learned it’s possible to have flights that leave on time – it’s called AIRTRAN!

I’ve learned that I miss my magazines when I don’t receive them in the mail.

I’ve learned that just when my dad decides to get wireless internet, I will end up not bringing my laptop.

I’ve learned that finding out your best friend is pregnant is almost as good as finding out that you, yourself are pregnant.

I’ve learned that my digital camera will break four hours before my 10-year high school reunion.

I’ve learned that seeing people I haven’t seen in years makes me wonder why I lost touch with the people in the first place.

I’ve learned that there is something amazing about friendships when the girls really know your mom.

I’ve learned that there is a reason why someone becomes your best friend.

I’ve learned that it doesn’t matter how great a coat fits, you should not purchase it in hot pink.

I’ve learned that only in NYC does it take a half hour to go two miles.

I’ve learned that I absolutely LOVE that I have a friend who I have steady plans with each week, and I miss her when we have to skip a week because of a holiday.

I’ve learned that I now know my preferred method of shipping packages – DHL!!!

I’ve learned that washing black tights will cause the water to turn a very dark shade of gray.

I’ve learned that as much as I want a dog, taking care of my neighbor’s dog for three weeks shows me that we will basically have a small zoo in our apartment.

November 4, 2007

I’ve learned that some people will never understand that they need to hold on to the pole on the train.

I’ve learned that brand new black Uggs will turn your feet BLACK!

I’ve learned that not all morning meetings require coffee because sometimes people just bring their own.

I’ve learned that you need to ask if there will be celery in the food.

I’ve learned that an MRI can spot two fractures when your doctor thought there was really only one.

I’ve learned that a $1 sale at the baked goods booth at the farmer’s market does not mean I need to purchase three things.

I’ve learned that just because all the pumpkins are $10, it doesn’t mean I need to buy the biggest one because that only means I’ll have to pay $15 to hail a taxi to take me home!

I’ve learned that I’m not sure if I’ll ever be able to move from NYC because I finally found the perfect hair stylist.

I’ve learned that ordering clothing from Nordstoms only means that by the time my “fall coat” actually arrives, it will already be freezing cold outside.

I’ve learned that you shouldn’t have your heart set on eating a specific restaurant because by the time you get there the place will be PACKED and you’ll be so hungry that you don’t care what you eat.

I’ve learned that it’s better to sweep hardwood floors than to vacuum them.

I’ve learned that there is no reason to keep that empty pot if you don’t plan on buying a plant to go in it.

I’ve learned that when you really truly want something to happen, you can make it happen – all you have to do is try!

I’ve learned that there is nothing better than clean sheets and clean towels.