I lived in Maine from 2002 to this past March- I am allergic to lobster and they didn't send me packing! I loved Greenville, Boothbay Harbor, Ogunquit- but was never in Scarborough. Let yourself meld into the atmosphere- the people are so damn friendly and helpful you won't know what to do! Also- Mainers generally stop for pedestrians;even you only appear ready to cross a street- is that wild or what?

On thoughts of cooking and children, my sister tells me, "When ever I think of having children, I ask myself if I would rather make a baby or make a cake. I always make a cake."

We're having the baby talk, too. Enough said.

ANYWAY. I want a baby FOR the accessories! Like that stroller! And my parents said I'm nuts when I told them about it this weekend!

Hon, your biological clock is pounding. Give in and get pregers already. I mean, what the heck are you waiting for? Eligah?

Re: The Bugaboo.
I do not understand why anyone who lives in an urban area would have such a cumbersome stroller. It is ridiculous. You want something as lightweight as possible because you always have to hoist that shit around.

Seriously consider trying to get a Bugaboo down subway stairs and I think you'll understand what I mean.

All I can say is...Maine, bed & breakfast and baby. Somehow I see an unexpected souvenior in your future. *ducks as Deb throws something at me from NYC*

Phc - Heheh. I actually think it's the nannies that do the hoisting. Or maybe these people don't live in walk-ups. I do hear they're a bitch to fold, and don't double as a car seat. Hopefully, in A YEAR OR TWO when we're actually really shopping for these things, improvements will be made, in both strollers and my fiscal proities.

Anyway, I'm not allowed to throw anything because I DO keep bringing up the whole spawn issue, but the schedule remains unchanged. I like my freedom right now. And my wine, mostly the wine. Fear not, I have no doubt I'll be blogging every boring stretch mark. No belly pictures, though, not now, not ever.

thank god i turned out so well-adjusted, even without the petit fours and the million-dollar stroller.

But, if you were pregnant, you could wear one of these badges! ;)
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/5255672.stm

ur so hilarious :)

Babies! I want one, while in the midst of planning a Feb. wedding and figuring out how to shrink the "Babe, I need at least a year" year to 6-9 months. It's not for the accessories I swear! As for Bugaboo, I'm horrified the website actually states..."The Bugaboo Cameleon is for parents who do not like to compromise, parents who want everything - the latest innovations, the latest materials, the brightest colors." Be comforted, Deb, if it were perfectly ripened fruit instead of a spawn-toting contraption it may sound a bit like you! You adorable little perfectionist!

I suspect most people who have those may be able to justify a $900 stroller because they don't have a car payment. Then again - a guy in my office & his wife have one, and a house in Westchester, and two cars, and one's a BMW SUV. Uh, maybe some people just have way more money than I do. Dang!

Have a blast in Maine, the New England weather has turned to the best kind - cool in the mornings, perfect for sleeping in & coffee on the po

...grrr...that'd be coffee on the porch.

Well, there's always the Wal-Mart in Biddeford (which for this city girl is a -- very -- guilty pleasure. But a must-stop when in Maine!). We're going to be in Ogunquit (about 45 mins south of Scarborough) August 20-23. Can't wait for the beach! If you'd like to meet a loyal reader, and you happen to make a side trip there, please get in touch. And I'll have already eaten all of the lobster and blueberries (prob. not together, though). So no pressure there ;)

It seems like everyone is going to Maine! I'm going at the end of August... 3 day road trip (Cape Cod, White Mountains and Bar Harbor)... so Bar Harbor. Go there, it's supposed to be great. With a National Park! It's called Acadia. Very beautiful. Go go go!

I thought a Bugaboo was a parka. Oops.

Enjoy Maine!

http://shapeofamother.blogspot.com/

Deb...but did you see this? it totally made me feel better about my stretchmarks. And even tho it's strange, you will want a belly pic, even tho it may be clothed! b/c even you won't be able to believe what your body is capable of.That said, the lightest stroller you can find is great, and if you buy new anything, you are nuts.
You don't have room to store for second (gasp!) possibility of offspring, you would have to move first to accomodate any offspring, and people who buy that stuff are lable hookers and take great care of their stuff. You only own it a year or two. ps get the one that converts to a car seat, either way.

Disclaimer...you are young and love to party! There is no hurry! the baby will be there when u are ready!!!!!! Bake a cake!!!!!!!! for chrissake.
Plus, you will have little time to blog :(
I will be sad :(0 <-- my bottom lip stuck out like I'm two.

i have a kid - i miss cooking what i want. there's only so much you can "fancy up" a pb&j or refried beans and rice...

love of cooking isn't necessarily misguided parenting instinct. ;)

"not sure if you'll like lobster"

!?!

you're dead to me

Ha! See, this goes back to the whole vegetarian half-life phase I mentioned last week. I did, however, try a bite of lobster a couple weeks ago and found it tasty. I also am fairly sure I can learn to love anything dipped in melted butter, ohmygod, guuuh. I just haven't yet.

(Alex, too, shakes his head in dismay when I make such statements.)

OMG Rachel, how can you take making a cake over making a baby? Or at least practicing making a baby?

Have an amazing time in Maine - is this your anniversary trip or do you have something else up your sleeve for a few weeks from now?

Oh, e., a Bugaboo is a parka. and a pram. You'd think Columbia would sue for copyright infringement as Bugaboo the jacket has DEFINITELY been around longer than Bugaboo the stroller.

Completely off the subject, but have you ever gotten an update from Keith? Is he still overseas?

Funny you bring that up as I saw someone today that reminded me of him. He left Iraq and is back stationed in Germany for over a year now, from what I understand. I'm not sure how much longer he'll be there. I hear from him so sporadically. :(

I'm glad I made you think twice for a second about babies. Who are you kidding; you want them big time. My 9 year old daughter just kissed me goodnight. So sweet. My 23 year old college graduate starts working on Wall Street in 3 weeks. First he is coming here to Germany to visit for two weeks. My point is this: I lived in Manhattan too, it's fun, but children are so much more fun.

Have some babies and teach them how to frost cupckes already.........

By the way Deb, I'm just messing with you. Have your babies whenever. All I'm saying, is you can do it: still have your career; no big deal. I'm an airline transport pilot and mother of 4. However, there is no time like the present.

Since we're poor and 3 years away from a master's degree, it's been suggested that I buy a doll- hey, it's not real, but you can still dress it up! It'd probably be creepy to have it ride around in a stroller, though.

Too funny. Hang in there with the Masters' though. I gave up 2 years into mine. A doll would work fine. No diapers to change.

Deb, you MUST go to the Nubble Light house in York Beach. York is beautiful. Not sure if you can get over the bridge to Portsmouth, NH, but it is an old Port town- cobblestone paths and little villages. Great photo opportunities.

Chrome trim... Three coats of lacquer... Sequentially numbered placque and certificate of authenticity. And $2800!

Art work? Collectible? Motorcycle? No. A freakin' baby stroller!

Silver Cross Balmoral Pram

http://www.healthchecksystems.com/silver_cross_balmoral_pram.htm

Hey, at least they've got free shipping!

A girlfriend of mine has the Bugaboo frog. It is really cute, but you're right, a real pain in the ass to fold up. I won't bore you with stroller talk, but we have an astounding number of strollers for my daughter!

Have fun in Maine, you could definitely hit the outlet stores in Kittery.

Ok, so I have to admit that I'm a teensy bit jealous of those Bugaboo-toting mothers. I mean, sure, a bugaboo costs more than my mortgage payment, but really, they are so cool. While I'm trying to maneuver through the mall in my wobbly Graco with a loose wheel, those Bugaboo moms can edge around the sharpest corner with finesse and grace. Oh! If only I had $900 sitting around in my checking account with no pre-determined purpose. Yeah-- like that will ever happen!

Whoa, when did Smitten turn into a baby blog?

Let's temper that slightly - When did this turn into a "Deb you should have kids now!" blog when she's clearly stated (more than once) that it's not going to happen (or they're not planning on it) in the near future?

That's SantaDad and Mom jobs.....

I spotted a onesie the other day that read: "My other stroller is a Bugaboo." My husband suggested the alternate: "Bugaboos are status symbols."

Re: Maine. I love Peaks Island. It's off the coast of Portland. You must go to the American Legion for drinks. You haven't really experienced New England until you've been.

RE: ..............That's SantaDad and Mom jobs.....

Posted by Lucy on August 11 at 04:01am

We avoid this subject completely! :-)

Now, as for Maine: Don't know if I mentioned it, but Maine has its own version of blue and white pottery. Not a copy of the ancient oriental versions, but with its own NE motif. We picked some up at a nice roadside shop. Nice stuff. Used it as accessories in one of the now available bedrooms.

"Now available bedrooms"? Are you renting out my old room?!

This is what it's come to, people... :)