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maryann

You hate me because I'm different. I hate you because you're all the same...

About Me

I'm too wide for your narrow mind... I'm an Angel Mommy, an Earth Mommy, Liberal, and Amazon Goddess... I'm funny and honest and I hate rude people, hypocrites and phonies. The world has enough negative energy without people going out of their way to make it worse...I'm a big fan of the Detroit Tigers (and have been since before it was cool...), Michigan Wolverines, and Detroit Lions. And I'm a rabid Detroit Red Wings fan. Seriously, hockey is like a religion to me! (I miss Stevie Y!) I'm built like a real woman and don't apologize for having hips, boobs and an ass. My DD's are a gift from God, not a surgeon. I'm not a size 2, but I'm still a pretty cool chick, and screw anyone who is shallow and judges women solely on their looks. (Although I do get lots of compliments on my naturally curly hair!) Seriously, with all the great reasons to hate people, dress size really shouldn't be such a determining factor, do you think? Family is a big and important part of my life. We're a loud and opinionated bunch, but there's always love and support around me, and for that I can be grateful. I always speak my mind and I don't take crap from anyone, so people seem to either love me or hate me; I don't seem to have a lot of in-between with people. I'm not mean or rude unless provoked, though; I promise, I'm not a raving bitch for no good reason... I didn't used to be so impatient with people, but since losing my baby in 2004, I totally realize how short and fragile life can be, and I'm not going to waste any of my precious time or energy on assholes. (And assholes? You know who you are...) I only answer to myself and God. When the day comes, I'll answer to Him. But in the meantime, I'm not answering to you. I don't apologize for much, but when I do, you can rest assured it's sincere. I have a hard time trusting people, but once you earn my trust, I'll care about you forever. I have 7 piercings and 4 tattoos (think I need about 4 more...). And I'm in love with my best friend, the greatest guy on the planet. Seriously. I dare you to find a nicer guy than my Shane. It can't be done. All in all...Life is pretty good, and I really don't have much to complain about, although I do have an occassional pity party. (Sometimes you have to, you know?) When I get to feeling blue, I just remind myself that Bush's time in office is winding down, and I feel a little better.... Speaking of Bush... Clowns scare the living hell out of me!! And finally, after trying for over a year, and three years since my loss, I'm sooo happy to announce Shane and I are expecting!! Our little summer love will be here in June!

My Interests

Hockey (Go Wings!!!), football (Go Blue!), photography, talking with my girls on ivillage, writing, and spending time with my man, my family and my kick-ass friends. I always joke I'm the perfect woman, since I like to clean, love to cook, I'm a sports nut, I'm funny and I'm pretty uninhibited. Now you know why my man is always smiling! ;) I'm a Cat Mommy to 6 furbabies: Wicket, Tim, Tigger, Anna, Zaphy and Brady. Wicket and Tigger live with me, and the rest live with my ex-husband (whom I'm still really good friends with, which is cool; he's a really good guy and I love him to death. He deserves much happiness)but I still visit them as often as I can. I collect Winnie the Pooh stuff and sunflowers (including the 2 I have tattooed on me). Shane and I go to a lot of comedy clubs too. Love and laughter, people, it's what it's all about. Can't stress that enough.

I'd like to meet:

Cassidy Angel Peters, all of my TTCAM Sistahs, Bill and/or Hillary Clinton, Janis Joplin, Steve Yzerman, Bill Maher, Jon Stewart, Evan Dando, Jesus, Cass Elliot, Tim Gunn, pretty much anyone with a good sense of humor and an open mind...

Music:

Damn near everything, really. Big, big fan of the Lemonheads. I love Evan Dando!!! Also love Toad the Wet Sprocket, Violent Femmes and Goo Goo Dolls. I'm a big fan of alternative, and classic rock. I also like going out to hear just good ol' local bar bands (Although bar band groupies? LOL... Don't get me started...)

Movies:

Love cheesy musicals and dark comedies best. West Side Story, Election and Death to Smoochy are 3 of my faves. The Shawshank Redemption is a work of art, and I absolutely adore the old Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (Gene Wilder at his best!) and all the Monty Python flicks. And who can resist Raising Arizona, Office Space, Pulp Fiction, and Napoleon Dynamite? NObody!! I'm also a huge fan of the campy Christopher Guest flicks (Best In Show, Waiting On Guffman, A Mighty Wind). Soo funny!! Pretty much any movie that can make you laugh every time you see it (even if it's the 20th time...) is a keeper!

Television:

I'm an HBO junkie. I freakin' LOVE The Sopranos, Tell Me You Love Me, Curb Your Enthusiasm and Big Love. And, of course, Red Wings hockey! And my fave show ever? The Brady Bunch! (I know I'm not alone on this one; I'm just the only one with the balls to admit it!) Watch a lot of vh1 and Comedy Central too. Can't go wrong with music and laughter!

Books:

Everything by John Grisham, John Irving, Wally Lamb (She's Come Undone is a fucking masterpiece!), or Armistead Maupin. The Catcher in the Rye is also one of my all-time faves. As for children's books, you can't go wrong with Beverly Cleary's "Ramona" books, or Peggy Parish's "Amelia Bedelia" series. Classics!!

Heroes:

My boyfriend, Shane. I love and admire him more than I can ever explain. He's sweet and funny and just has such a caring soul. He's been through so much (and we've been through so much together), and how he maintains such a great attitude is beyond my mind. I'm fiercely protective of him and if anyone screws with him, I go on the defensive big-time. (Anyone who could hassle him after what he's gone through is a real piece of shit...) He is so sweet and funny that he makes me enjoy my life more, just having him in it! He inspires me everyday and I am truly blessed to have him as my man. (And did I mention he's sexy as hell and we're going to make the cutest, funniest, tallest babies ever? ;) Other heroes? Big girls with confidence and sass!! Don't hide who you are. Be yourself and you'll find that genuine love. Don't ever settle and you'll be your own hero, girls..

My Blog

Please Remember October 15th...


Posted by maryann on Thu, 11 Oct 2007 12:36:00 PST

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Posted by maryann on Fri, 20 Jul 2007 05:43:00 PST

On My Mind Tonight...

Well, it's been a while since I've written anything, so I guess I'm about due... So I'm just going to be totally random in my thoughts here, but let you know what's new and/or pissing me off at this t...
Posted by maryann on Tue, 19 Jun 2007 09:26:00 PST

Mothers Day Isn't Happy For Everyone....

Some of us have children you can't see... we can't see... Some of us have children you can't hold... we can't hold... Some of us have children with names, but no faces... Some of us have children whos...
Posted by maryann on Sun, 13 May 2007 03:04:00 PST

So Shane Got Me A Ring...

  Well, I finally got my ring from Shane. It's not an engagement ring, yet, it's a promise ring. But I still think it's beautiful and it still made me cry when he put it on my hand and said ...
Posted by maryann on Sun, 07 Jan 2007 11:42:00 PST

Here We Go Again...

The Start Of A New Year.... FIrst off, let me just say I was SICK yesterday. I pretty much spent all day yesterday either in the bathroom, or in bed trying to sleep. Not fun... And this was on me...
Posted by maryann on Mon, 01 Jan 2007 01:09:00 PST

Let There Be Lights!! (Zoo Pics...)

  me, posing on a turtle...   my sweet boy, shane... > trees inside the entrance... peacock! ;) just me... me again... blurry, but this is the giant tree that has more lights than the t...
Posted by maryann on Fri, 29 Dec 2006 09:47:00 PST

20 Things Mommies of Angels Wish You Knew....

And Would Respect... 1. I wish you would not be afraid to mention my baby. The truth is just because you never saw my baby doesn't mean he or she doesn't deserve your recognition.2. I wish that if we ...
Posted by maryann on Fri, 29 Dec 2006 09:15:00 PST

Christmas Bling From My Baby Shane...

My locket with my baby's pic in it... My locket, closed... My silver and diamond earrings...   It's always nice to get some pretty jewelry from my man... There's still another piece on the way...
Posted by maryann on Wed, 27 Dec 2006 05:27:00 PST

Feast Your Eyes... Christmas Pics...

Me and my sisters, Michelle and Cindy. Shane, posing with my Barbie styling head. I love that thing! I had one as a child and loved it, so my mom got me a new one! Me and my baby. Me and my sister...
Posted by maryann on Tue, 26 Dec 2006 11:14:00 PST