I believe there’s no shame in loving Barry Manilow.
I believe that people who don’t drink coffee in the morning are suspect.
I believe flossing every day is overkill.
I believe Botox is an amazing invention – provided you’re not a fan of winking.
I believe Twitter is trying to steal my soul.
I believe in an afterlife- I have to.
I believe that deep down most people are good – except those profiled on my favorite crime documentaries. And people who don’t comment.
I believe Ariel is the coolest princess.
I believe consistency is the spice of life.
I believe you’re never too old to have a BFF.
I believe in the healing power of love.
I also believe in the healing power of Xanax. And Pinot Grigio.
I believe it’s important to own a great hat.
I believe in a sixth sense (I also loved that movie).
I believe airlines should go back to offering peanuts. Peanuts are delicious. Pretzels, not so much.
I believe if you buy a cup of coffee for $1.99 and you hand the cashier two bucks, life is too short to wait for your penny in change.
I believe you should stop getting birthday presents once you’re an adult. Especially from your friends.
I believe talking on your cell phone while working out on the Precor machine right next to me should be considered a war crime.
I believe Love Actually is an underrated movie.
I believe John Mayer should have to register himself as a repeat relationship offender.
I believe reading bedtimes stories is an absolute requirement of parenting.
I believe David Letterman has still got it.
I believe in pedicures.
I believe in the Official Scrabble Players’ Dictionary.
I believe Earth Day always seems to come too fast. First it’s Easter and suddenly out of nowhere, it’s Earth Day.
I believe in the check/raise.
I believe the world will never stop missing Maddie Moo.
Belly Girl Said,
April 15, 2009 @ 10:49 pm
I believe you’re right on almost all counts – although I don’t drink coffee in the morning and I’m semi-normal. Pretty much. Okay, I’m weird, you got me.
SeaSlug Said,
April 15, 2009 @ 10:52 pm
Ditto on the coffee (see Belly Girl comment).
Mary Freaking Poppins Said,
April 15, 2009 @ 10:53 pm
Loved this.
shortmama Said,
April 15, 2009 @ 11:02 pm
I believe this was a great post!
Cheryl Lage Said,
April 15, 2009 @ 11:03 pm
Yes, yes, yes! On all counts.
I’ve long had a thing for Dave L. (and Simon Cowell now, too…)
I will ALWAYS believe in the word-affecting impact that sweet little girl I never got to meet.
Shannon Said,
April 15, 2009 @ 11:19 pm
“Consistency is the spice of life” makes me believe I want to make out with you right now! Love it! Except for the peanut thing – there are too many people who are allergic to them (including my hubby) and you know it’s just BEGGING for someone to die of anaphylaxis on a plane that crashes while rushing to land to find medical help! (shannon@livinginthegray.com)
Mom24 Said,
April 15, 2009 @ 11:21 pm
I’ll agree with everything but the coffee–I just can’t do it. I only like it with cream and sugar and the last thing I need is one more unhealthy thing in my life.
I don’t know how a little girl I never even met can touch me so deeply, but she certainly has. I know I will never forget her.
kelly Said,
April 15, 2009 @ 11:23 pm
i believe in a thing called love. just listen to the rythm of my heart.
Kendra Said,
April 15, 2009 @ 11:24 pm
That was very insightful–and beautiful.
Rachel Said,
April 15, 2009 @ 11:25 pm
hey, don’t hate because i don’t need coffee to take my morning poo
my phat hats, however, are mandatory
keep bringin’ it stef
caryanne Said,
April 15, 2009 @ 11:35 pm
Love this post! Definitely agree about people who don’t need coffee in the morning.
Summer Said,
April 15, 2009 @ 11:42 pm
I believe in commenting too. hint hint.
Oh, and what about believing Children are the Future? Teach them well, and let them lead the way?
No?
Lori Said,
April 15, 2009 @ 11:44 pm
Great post! Agree with the entire list!
Tabs Said,
April 15, 2009 @ 11:48 pm
you’re on twitter? that would make my day.
does it count if you have your first coffee of the day whenever you first get out of bed, which is around 2pm?
Susan Said,
April 15, 2009 @ 11:53 pm
I believe you’re a genius.
Anna Marie Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 12:02 am
I believe that I believe in everything you just said…except for coffee. I drink tea. Just sayin’.
Amanda Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 12:03 am
I believe in most of what you believe in, except for the birthday present thing. I love giving and getting presents!
I especially believe in the last thing you wrote. Sweet Maddie.
Anonymous Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 12:09 am
I believe in you, Stef. Great post. Very thought provoking.
Jamie Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 12:22 am
Love it –
I agree with most of the list
(I don’t drink coffee…. don’t judge me)
I totally agree with the Love Actually.. One of my favorite movies.
Immoral Matriarch Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 12:27 am
I believe that I should be the next person John Mayer decides to get into a relationship with. Dammit.
CaraBee Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 12:33 am
I agree with all of those except…
I believe you’re never too old for birthday presents!
Carolyn...Online Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 12:50 am
That last line made my snarky comment not so funny. Even if Belle could totally kick Ariel’s ass.
Threeundertwo Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 1:34 am
Sorry, I’m having a little trouble with the Barry Manilow statement. But it’s your creed, so I’ll defend your right to believe it.
Excellent list. But seriously, Giselle. Hands down.
anita ovolina Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 1:39 am
Right on all counts, though flossing every day, it’s like an obsession for me, I have to or guilt, caused by the many cavities I had, sets in.
Anonymous Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 2:02 am
I believe you–Sef–should never stop blogging.
momomax Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 2:03 am
I want to comment more. It’s hard when you’re always falling asleep by 9:00. and then waking up every 2-3 hours…
I’m so sorry to hear about that beautiful little girl. I haven’t been able to follow much of anything going on in the world. You are being characteristically gracious and empathetic. I wish you and your little ones, and the littlest one especially, the best.
xoxo
divamommy Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 2:23 am
I believe all of those as well… especially the Xanax and Love Actually
Suzy Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 2:33 am
***And people who don’t comment.***
Really? You’re going to keep that on your list??????
Jen Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 2:34 am
I agree with you on most counts. Most! Mulan is clearly the best princess. And you’re never too old for birthday presents. I might just be saying that because it’s my birthday in five days. After that passes I will agree with you on that count too. And Love Actually = awesome.
Brooke Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 2:35 am
This inspired me to make a list of my own basic truths.
mom23greatgirls Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 2:56 am
I believe in Barry Manillow too.
I will always believe that Maddie has the power to change lives.
Kirsten Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 2:57 am
This is a great list. Except I must agree with Carolyn… Belle kicks ass. She reads books and loves flowers.
Bridget Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 2:58 am
I believe I’ll never look at purple again without thinking about Maddie.
Great post!
Sharon Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 3:28 am
beautiful and so well said. Love Actually, definitely underrated.
Such an amazing little soul that will be sorely missed.
Kay Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 4:04 am
I have to agree with most, especially soul-stealing Twitter, and Xanax. And, of course, that Maddie will be forever missed.
And I’m commenting instead of my normal lurking because… well, because I don’t want to be compared to the lunatics on those crime documentaries
Kari Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 6:31 am
Awesome list! I’m with you on (almost) everything, and now after reading the comments, I’m not feeling so wrong about not drinking coffee in the mornings.
The last one was the best.
Heather Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 7:34 am
Crap I guess I better comment then…or wait, do I believe in my right to lurk?
Wicked Step Mom Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 12:17 pm
I believe a mother’s love is unconditional. Even if its not the natural mother.
Black Hockey Jesus Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 12:35 pm
I believe in a sixth sense (I also loved that movie).
That one made me laugh out loud.
MetroDad Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 12:52 pm
I believe we may have been separated at birth.
Kesler Crew Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 2:35 pm
I believe in going with the flow…it’s how I make through most days.
Thanks for this post, I like the way you think!
WA Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 2:42 pm
I believe you & I are so going to go see "Barry: Where Music & Passion Meet" in Vegas before he dies from an undiagnosed hair plug infection.
AZ Mommy Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 3:08 pm
I believe happiness is a myth
Tiffany Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 4:02 pm
Well I don’t want to be suspect so I will comment.
And I agree with you on 99% of your things.
Ms. Molly Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 4:02 pm
So many to agree with you on, especially the bedtime stories & Princess Ariel!
Momma to Baby Bear Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 4:34 pm
People who don’t drink coffee in the morning are VERY suspicious! I would hibernate without it!
Aunt Becky Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 5:34 pm
I believe Vicodin is Of The Gods and that my daughters ass is of The Devil.
Sugar Mommy Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 6:48 pm
“I believe” that this is a great post!
Thanks for sharing!
Sandra Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 7:05 pm
You and I are of the same mind. Is that scary….or not? That is the question.
Body by Twins Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 7:50 pm
100% agree! Amen to adult friends not exchanging birthday presents.
KarenB Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 8:12 pm
I believe Jasmine is the coolest princess (tiger for best friend and refusing to marry until she found Mr. Right…who could be cooler than that!?!?!?!), that life is better without coffee (I will stick with coke and chocolate, thanks), that I am glad airlines don’t serve peanuts (we deal with a mondo severe peanut allergy – peanuts kill people, but pretzels hardly ever do), and that you are absolutely correct about Maddie.
Catwoman Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 8:28 pm
I’m not a coffee lover, but I’m a total Coffee Mate addict. Therefore, I drink coffee in the morning.
And I miss the honey roasted peanuts too… especially the crumbs at the bottom of the tiny little bag… We definitely let the peanut allergy terrorists win with our switch to pretzels.
Linda Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 9:29 pm
I believe that you make the cutest children.
And Love Actually, is one of my favorite movies.
Lucrecia Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 9:59 pm
I believe you only got one wrong, you are never too old for a gift from a friend!
Miss Behavin Said,
April 16, 2009 @ 10:31 pm
I believe that Maddie had a way of bringing people together…in her very short life, as well as in her death.
Endearing post, Steff. Thanks!
Emmalane Said,
April 17, 2009 @ 12:10 am
I believe love actually is all around
cuteellaisbold Said,
April 17, 2009 @ 2:05 am
I believe you are correct. Except Ariel. I’m an Anastasia girl myself.
But you are absolutely correct about Maddie.
Beth Said,
April 17, 2009 @ 5:41 am
Great list!!! I’m also a huge Barry Manilow fan and proud of it!!!
)
Denise Thomas Said,
April 17, 2009 @ 11:22 am
I believe I adore you.
AMomTwoBoys Said,
April 17, 2009 @ 2:07 pm
hahahahahahaaaaaa…
The healing power of Xanax and Pinot Grigio.
Amen to THAT.
And as for Maddie,I know I’LL never stop missing her.
Great post, Stef.
Anonymous Said,
April 17, 2009 @ 2:51 pm
I believe I know must leave a cpmment or you will think I am one of the evil people!
Great post!
Jean Said,
April 17, 2009 @ 3:11 pm
What is your Twitter name again? I thought I was following you but now I can’t find you. My Twitter name is ffjewelry I was adding you to the Follow Friday love the mommy bloggers list but your name is nowhere to be found.
merlotmom Said,
April 17, 2009 @ 4:32 pm
I believe I am grateful for you making me laugh.
Mama Snyder Said,
April 17, 2009 @ 4:33 pm
I so love how you wrote this. I am going to copy your format and create an I belive list, as well.
You are a good person, a great mom and a true friend.
How to Party Said,
April 17, 2009 @ 6:18 pm
Love all of these!! So with you on the peanuts, and wasn’t Love Actually awesome?!
Sylvia Said,
April 20, 2009 @ 8:56 am
Hi I love your blog. More later I have a lot of kids to tend to.HAHAHAHA Actually I have to make a drink. Seriously though I’ve been lurking for months and finally got a new computer, so here is my comment. You freakin’ rock and so does your blog.
Mary Said,
April 20, 2009 @ 11:05 am
Did you mean to say “bored,” or do you mean “Baby On Board?”
the mama bird diaries Said,
April 20, 2009 @ 5:33 pm
Yes agree on lots of this.. especially “I believe John Mayer should have to register himself as a repeat relationship offender.”
Although I think Jon Stewart has it over David Letterman. And they both have it WAY over Jay Leno.
Becky Said,
April 20, 2009 @ 5:36 pm
I believe that exercise doesn’t relieve stress, it only adds to your ‘to do’ list.
I believe that a self-cleaning oven really stinks up the whole house when it’s in ‘self-cleaning’ mode.
I believe that if I offer a crib mattress for ‘best offer’ on craigslist, that doesn’t include me delivering the said mattress over 30 miles one way to your pathetic butt for just $10. Especially when you are rude.
I believe that my children are the cure to depression.
I believe that all children should be born healthy.
CRUSTYBEEF Said,
April 20, 2009 @ 8:55 pm
i concur with it all!
always,
crustymom
Anonymous Said,
April 20, 2009 @ 9:39 pm
I believe….
that you are my best bestie ever,
and I adore you more and more everyday.
xx, K
Lindsay Pierson Said,
April 21, 2009 @ 3:22 pm
“One thing you should know about me”: I agree with almost ALL of your beliefs! HAHA Love your blog.
Pat Montgomery Said,
April 21, 2009 @ 8:06 pm
Love this list..agree with much of it except that I think everyone should buy me a birthday present and we should celebrate my birhtday for a whole month–or a week at the least.
TringulaDating Said,
November 5, 2009 @ 9:40 am
Nice blogging on "Baby on Bored"..
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