The Teen Years

I heard on the radio this morning that Britney Spears had $350,000 worth of plastic surgery recently, liposuction, breast lifting and that kind of thing and that she now looks fantastic. She is also exercising and eating well. But the announcer mentioned she smokes too. She's so young, you wonder why she would need plastic surgery to look and feel her best. I have an aunt that must be close to 70 that has had a few minor things done, which would make sense.

M suggested I make spaghetti and meatballs today, and somehow I left the pasta boiling for 30 minutes, instead of 10. It seems to be ok and I think K likes it soggy anyway.

L interviewed at her school for a prefect position for next year. She does well in interviews because she is one of those that can think on her feet as opposed to being rehearsed (like me). She seems to be really good at coming up with suggestions for improvement of processes. The interviewer actually said he was writing down one of her suggestions. I'm impressed with her attitude going in. She has sized up the competition and knows the chances are already slim as there are certain people with a reputation, or political connections that will automatically win positions. (Just like working life) But she figures she might as well go for it, and at the very least, she knows she tried and at best, she could get lucky.

K seemed more interested last night in what he should wear to the school semi-formal than in mastering algebra, so what else is new! These are the teen years.

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