IT’S A SICK, SICK WORLD

Jeff got over being sick a few days ago and I thought I survived. To my disgust, I haven’t been feeling quite up to par for a few days although I haven’t come down with anything specific. I’m hoping obscene amounts of orange juice, balanced meals and lots of sleep will fight off any illnesses.

NANCY DREW and the CURSE of WIDE HIPS – I tried on a dress the other day; it was very Samantha from Sex and the City. The top fit, but alas, the bottom was too tight. It’s a constant challenge with us women of disproportion. Sigh… I’m doomed to wear skirts for the rest of my life.

YOU TOO CAN LOOK LIKE A MILLION BUCKS FOR PENNIES – At least once a week I am asked by someone on the street if I can spare some change. Apparently, I don’t look like I’m unemployed even though I should probably be the one asking for help. This irony is not lost on me.

WHERE’S THE JAVA? According to researchers from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, caffeine could be the female version of Viagra. In a study to examine the interaction between caffeine and sex in females, moderate doses of caffeine directly affected sexual behavior in female rats, making them more interested in the males. Of course, rats don’t usually consume caffeine and people do on a regular basis so they’re not sure if this means anything for us. Who thought to give rats coffee as an aphrodisiac? And where do I apply for a job like that?