February 7th, 2010  Posted at   Law School, MILS, Mommy stuff, Women in Law

The Weekly MILP (Moms In the Legal Profession) Roundup** is hosted on a rotating basis at the PT-LawMom, Attorney Work Product and A Little Fish in Law School blogs and is usually posted no later than Monday morning. Next week Proto Attorney will have it.

Please go comfort Certifiable as she deals with the imminent passing of her mother-in-law and her childrens’ awareness of same

Consider joining Googie Baba (and me) in donating to Planned Parenthood in gratitude for the fact that we live in a country that allows women to make choices for their own health and personal circumstances

Momttorney is facing the harsh realities of a firm’s perspective on “reduced schedule” – typically “get it done!”

Lag Liv settled a huge case this week but is now wondering “what next?”

Dakota is focusing on the little things

Magic Cookie is in demand!

Cee’s in high demand (awesome!)

At A Little Fish in Law School – Those who can write but want more money than an English degree offers … go to law school?

LEO considers the pros and cons of cohabitation prior to marriage

Oddly enough, Proto Attorney is not appreciating the regular love letters from Sallie Mae as a reminder of her crippling, lifelong debt load.

If you would like to have your blog added to the MILP blogroll for weekly review or would like us to consider a specific post, drop the hostess(es) an email or leave a comment at their respective sites.

**Hat tip to the “original” Roundup Evan Schaeffer’s Legal Underground and Thanks, But No Thanks

February 1st, 2010  Posted at   Law School, MILS, Mommy stuff, Women in Law

This week’s MILP Roundup is up at Butterflyfish’s place. The Roundup is hosted on a rotating basis at the PT-LawMom, Attorney Work Product and Butterflyfish blogs and is usually posted no later than Monday morning. Back here this weekend.

January 31st, 2010  Posted at   Blogging
  • On my way home from first sleepover with Mr. V. Processing it all. Stay tuned for blog post… #
  • Trying to come up with a creative weekly MILP roundup. I'm not creative. :( #Fail Off to bake more and keep thinking creative thoughts #
  • Would be inspired to write more creative tweets if the people I follow would also follow me. Yes, you: @MrSnarkyPants @HoneyandLance LOL #
  • Hilarious Fail site for sex/life/love failures: see http://www.fmylife.com/ #
  • Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-04-19: Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-04-12: Time to Rethink the Legal Professi.. http://tinyurl.com/cx9hnw #
  • Hurtling into the Abyss? or Bliss?: I remember the first (and last) time I went skiing. I had practiced at the b.. http://tinyurl.com/dzzsoo #
  • Weekly MILP Roundup #93 The Weekly MILP (Moms In the Legal Profession) Roundup** is the brainchild of Saramel (.. http://tinyurl.com/cpun7s #
  • So tired today that the moan I let out when the Starbucks guy handed me my latte bordered on obscene. #
  • TWO of my law school classmates were served with divorce papers this week. Nice way to kick off finals… =( #
  • Sallie Mae wants 773/month for undergrad and law school loans starting next month. Fuck! Yes, I will be changing my repayment plan. Owie! #
  • Living with Children: I am so irritated. Let me start this off by saying that I love my parents but right now I .. http://tinyurl.com/delo5m #
  • Its Admin Professionals Day tomorrow. Remember your admin. I assure you a little thanks goes a long way. And loonng memories… #
  • Saved: My parents went up to DC to visit my brother this weekend. Apparently he has really taken a 180-degree tu.. http://tinyurl.com/d7rsow #
  • WTF?!? Hormone overdrive. Gushing over all babies and small children and over a certain man. And baking! When did I become such a *girl*?!? #
  • How’s Yours?: My favorite hot Mama, kindred spirit and sexually direct friend, T, wrote a blog post this week ab.. http://tinyurl.com/cjh9jn #
  • Amazing new relationship but one big issue. Is it a dealbreaker? How have you dealt? PLEASE weigh in… http://tinyurl.com/daa5k9 #
  • Just found Pandora radio and realized I can put it on my Blackberry and it actually works. SWEET!!! http://www.pandora.com/blackberry #
  • Sigh…: I’m totally head over heels. Just saying…

    Tweet This Post  http://tinyurl.com/cgxbft #

  • Ready for the Weekend: This week has been insane. Every day felt like a repeat of Monday and it was one calamity.. http://tinyurl.com/c75zmj #
  • Super Mommy Fail today. Got up at 830. Mom said no time for car detail before kids concert. Ignored. Now 30 mins late, still waiting 4 car. #
  • Oh, the fun of grooming for a black tie event… Literally hours of nails, hair, wax, plucking and pain. I'd better get some tonight… Lol #
  • I am clean and coiffed, I smell fantastic, and I'm ready to party! Now some downtime before I get dressed and drive across town. :-) #
  • Ultimate Walk of Shame: having to call Dad to bring you pants for church when you realize you slept over at boyfriends with everything but. #
  • Horrifying tale of ICE deporting a man who was not foreign for 2 YEARS! http://www.wtvm.com/global/story.asp?S=10247048 via @addthis #
  • My Dad just tried to add my VERY new boyfriend on Facebook. Explained why that is soooo inappropriate, as he has not met him yet, for one.. #
  • Sunday Stealing: The Mud Meme: The Mud Meme Today we ripped this meme off a blogger named Miranda from the blog .. http://tinyurl.com/dgeu7r #
  • 36 Days In and the Ultimate Walk of Shame: Mr. V first e-mailed me on March 22. Last night, on Day 35, he took m.. http://tinyurl.com/cclcc6 #
  • Divided By Status: The New York Times has a pretty heartwrenching piece today examining what happens when a coup.. http://tinyurl.com/c6f46w #
  • Weekly MILP Roundup #95 This week’s roundup is up at New Duck’s.
    The Weekly MILP (Moms in the Leg.. http://tinyurl.com/cnn3c2 #
  • Masks: So I wasn’t going to blog this but I did promise that I would be real here about my divorce recover.. http://tinyurl.com/dndmlv #
  • At credit union holding my breath while I wait to see if I can get financing to sell truck and convert balance to private loan. Divorce sux! #
  • Moment of clarity – truck is my exhusbands problem. He won't pay. Going to turn it in to credit union. Credit hit but decree says not mine #
  • I go to the same Starbucks at least 2 days each week. They almost always screw it up. GRRR. #
  • Mr. V invited his best girlfriends on our date tonight. Okay, they invited themselves. Should I be scared? Lol #
  • Good morning @MrSnarkyPants #
  • Night out with Mr. V's girlfriend posse was a success! They like me; I like them. Not sure what his sister thinks… Tomorrow, one month #
  • Went and stood up for my right to get the correct over-priced caffeinated beverage. Grr. Walked out with free drink, made to spec. Yeah! #
  • Gullible: Reminded a friend about the significant amount of money I am owed. Got an e-mail sob story this week a.. http://tinyurl.com/c59c9o #
  • Killed a few trees printing today. Finally off to post-divorce group therapy followed by smoochy smoochy time with Mr. V. Yay! #
  • Argh, my mother really is the Queen of the Passive Aggressive Guilt Trip. Sigh… #
  • My amazing child is playing with my hair and giving me a scalp/neck massage. Says its because my hair is so soft. I'm gonna sleep now. Mmm. #
  • Absolutely hating the fact that I'm bothered by Mr. V's lack of communication today. Insecurity be gone!!!! Grrr! #
  • It’s Not You; It’s Him: Rachel Sarah recently blogged about her friend’s book on the secret to seducing me.. http://tinyurl.com/d8oyre #
  • Yay for the Weekend!: It’s been another super-long week, capped off by a very long, strange and frustratin.. http://tinyurl.com/caxws5 #
  • P.S.: My friend, Mike, sent me a note saying, “No, I think it’s you…” He was commenting .. http://tinyurl.com/cetfmr #
  • Sunday Stealing: The Twenty Firsts Meme: Sunday Stealing: The Twenty Firsts Meme First Job: Housecleaner First R.. http://tinyurl.com/cwgsxv #
  • Weekly MILP Roundup #96 This week’s roundup is up at A Little Fish in Law School.
    The Weekly MILP (Moms.. http://tinyurl.com/cc5oq8 #
  • Searching for me?: LagLiv reminded me how fun it is to look at the Google searches to see how people are finding.. http://tinyurl.com/c63qhf #
  • Weekend recap: I had a wonderful weekend. Spent Saturday morning with my Dad running errands, adding Dad to my S.. http://tinyurl.com/dczty6 #
  • Do You Know What You’re Looking For?: Dad’s House really wowed me with his post today. Very honest and hea.. http://tinyurl.com/cnxrju #
  • Just sold my house for almoat what I was asking. Mr. V. helped me negotiate and I can't believe iy! #
  • Yee-haw!: Well today was a banner day!
    1. Got an offer on my house that will actually let me walk away without.. http://tinyurl.com/curwag #
  • My Favorite Things: Last week in group therapy we talked about trying to find things we enjoy that have nothing .. http://tinyurl.com/dbt6y3 #
  • Shirley the not-so-cool-cat just managed to rid herself of collar #6 this year. And if she brings me one more lizard… grrr. #
  • Single Parent Advice and Fun: David at Dad’s House has a great post today full of marriage advice. Yeah, h.. http://tinyurl.com/c4nzcq #
  • Just made my donation to Liz Logelin Foundation @mattlogelin. It's only $7 to help a widow(er) and his/her child. http://tinyurl.com/paxky8 #
  • RT @mssinglemama Help widows and widower w/ children. Give $7 on the 7th for @mattlogelin. http://tinyurl.com/create.php #
  • Just made my donation to Liz Logelin Foundation @mattlogelin. Only $7 to help a widow(er) and his/her child. http://tinyurl.com/paxky8 #
  • is hot and bothered and not in a good way. Pulled 10 boxes from attic, ugh, cant find survey, and work is nuts w/out me. TGIF! #
  • Never let a man choose the storage unit layout. Yep, the boxes of important papers are at the back behind the crib, couch, bureau and toys. #
  • Finally found the #$(!& papers! OW! Also found my well-worn copy of the karma sutra, which was resp. 4 son, so wasn't all for naught. ;) #
  • Also found Fukuoku in a box. A good cleaning, new batteries and Mr V's in for a treat! Woo-hoo. #
  • My mother says my whoring ways will send me straight to hell. In front of my kid. Yep, time to move. ;-( #
  • Son happy with new frog at his Dad's. I'm crying in my Modelo Especial, munching on queso and waiting for my girls and guy to cheer me up. #
  • $7 on the 7th: By donating $7.00 to The Liz Logelin Foundation on the 7th of every month, you are helping provid.. http://tinyurl.com/o77po9 #
  • That Kind of Day: Lyrics | Sarah Buxton lyrics – That Kind Of Day lyrics Tweet This Post  http://tinyurl.com/pnu7hq #
  • Happy F(*&ing Mother’s Day: My mother just called me a whore. Again.
    Earlier this week I sent her and my Dad a.. http://tinyurl.com/r7e6qg #
  • Mr. Romantic: I am dating the sweetest man. Swoon. In another post, probably tomorrow, I will tell you about the.. http://tinyurl.com/pqlr3q #
  • Happy Mother's Day to all my Mommy Friends. Mothers: can't live with them; can't live without them. Love them no matter what. :-) #
  • is worried about her kid who just will not eat. Damn ADHD meds. #
  • Moving On: God answers prayers and He answers them quickly. I was literally crying in my beer when Mr. V and two.. http://tinyurl.com/q9yb4d #
  • Sunday Stealing: Sunday Stealing: The 2 for 1 Meme

    1. What is on the walls of your room? Various prints from .. http://tinyurl.com/qldrer #

  • Packing Up: So I took Friday off work to clean up the house and get the rest of the boxes out of the attic. Desp.. http://tinyurl.com/pyc4mx #
  • RT @mssinglemama Great list! 2009's Best Single Mom books from SingleRose.com. http://bit.ly/kpI2S #
  • Weekly MILP Roundup #97 The Weekly MILP (Moms In the Legal Profession) Roundup** is the brainchild of Saramel (.. http://tinyurl.com/o9fs3h #
  • Timing: And God laughed…
    In order to keep him as an employee in these tough economic times, my father&#82.. http://tinyurl.com/qg8w3r #
  • Hurt toe on Friday. Now swollen, itchy and super uncomfortable. Grrr. The healing process sucks! #
  • is now broke but going to see George Strait and Sugarland. Thanks for tip @MrSnarkyPants #
  • enjoyed Grey's Anatomy but is super regretting staying up until 1. Long week. Sooo tired!! #
  • Yawn: This has been an incredibly long week. Early morning and late night meetings. Saw the new house with my ne.. http://tinyurl.com/oyntle #
  • My 15yr deaf-blind dog fell in pool. Can't walk & legs bleeding a ton. Parents at dog ER. Want to puke. #
  • Sutzi the Shih Tzu is bandaged, medicated, sleeping and wearing a pair of my son's socks on her mangled paws. We put pool barriers up today. #
  • Ramping up: Mr. V and Roomie are on their way to my side of town. We’re going to scope out my super-full s.. http://tinyurl.com/q2m7no #
  • Weekly MILP Roundup #98 This week’s roundup is up at One New Duck.
    The Weekly MILP (Moms in the Legal P.. http://tinyurl.com/rabxuq #
  • Cold starting; roommate fighting with Mr. V (landlord) and dragging me in; ready to go back to bed and start again tomorrow. UGH!!! #
  • Crazy/confusing/weird weekend: So this weekend was weird. Really weird. A reminder that this blog is a place for.. http://tinyurl.com/odpquz #
  • Drama and why single parent dating SUCKS: Yesterday was rough. New Roomie is very melodramatic. But Mr. V and I .. http://tinyurl.com/pe7ecg #
  • T has inspired me to head to Mr. V's for a little PM delight before apt moving errands. Good thing sex energizes me! #
  • Moving to patio home with mostly elderly neighbors. Roomie says they are cranky. Ugh… #
  • Got Bad mama lecture from ex-husband because son is on a sock strike. Yes, I am withholding all socks from my child. Whatever… #
  • Are You Enjoying May Appropriately?: May is Masturbation Month. If you’re not doing it, you must get start.. http://tinyurl.com/rblq5u #
  • My Aunt Pauline survived losing her husband in WWII and her home in Ike. Died today at 96. Huge loss. #
  • Needy: Tweet This Post  http://tinyurl.com/pmnlm7 #
  • Loss: My favorite great aunt passed away today. She was 95, spunky, sassy and generally amazing. My grandfather&.. http://tinyurl.com/pgsbjl #
  • Ran into old "friend" who propositioned me. Hands in pockets, reminding myself that I am happy albeit stressed. No making day worse!! #
  • ned him down. Ugh… #
  • Mr. V "joked" to a mutual friend that I'm a nympho. Grrr. If that were true, I wouldn't be watching Mr. Steamy McHardbody walk off int … #
  • Is drowning in storage unit crap and super thankful for the fact that former BIL was willing to let me hire him to move me. Yay muscle! #
  • Thanks bye now #3wordsaftersex – for the Craigslist F-buddy encounters. #
  • New roomie is psycho. Lets her kids swear and hit her. Cried when I went out to dinner with Mr V and his sister and my son. Yikes! #
  • But Chapin found me an awesome new Guatemalan sitter and actually offered to pay more in support this summer!!! Bowl me over! #
  • Weekly MILP Roundup #99 This week’s roundup is up at Butterflyfish’s.
    The Weekly MILP (Moms in th.. http://tinyurl.com/qawhlq #
  • Mini Drama Update: This weekend was crazy. Moved a 24′ truck full of furniture to the new place. Only to f.. http://tinyurl.com/oe6t6l #
  • So sick. And just took on full house rental when Mr. V kicked Crazy Roomie to the curb. Now to find a roommate and get Big Ass Truck back! #
  • Why has son suddenly lost his toilet aim? Men? Help a girl out – what do I do to help him get it back in bowl and off walls, floor, seat? #
  • Kaboom!: Well today sucked. Buried my favorite aunt, threw up all morning and had to listen to Crazy Roomie bitc.. http://tinyurl.com/qo7sye #
  • Sicko: Have I mentioned that I am horrible at coming up with blog post titles?
    1) My state has a new updated sn.. http://tinyurl.com/pqfmj9 #
  • New blog post: Feeling Adored http://bit.ly/S2gCw #
  • Feeling Adored: I’m in single mommy relationship heaven.
    Mr. V always says Pumpkinhead comes first and m.. http://tinyurl.com/nmjocg #
  • Crazy Roomie got pink nailpolish all over seat of Big Ass Truck. Also ripped mid leather console. F*(&! Off to detailer to see about fix. #
  • Weekly MILP Roundup #100 The Weekly MILP (Moms In the Legal Profession) Roundup** is the brainchild of Saramel .. http://tinyurl.com/nhvzk7 #
  • is angry that crazy roomie returned Big Ass Truck with pink nailpolish on front seat and stains/food throughout. Argh!!! #
  • Can't wait for my turning over a new leaf necklace to arrive from @mssinglemama Sooo pretty! #
  • Two months since first date with Mr. V. Happy. Enjoying the fun, comfortable sweetness of this relationship. #
  • Squirrel!!! #
  • Two Months: Mr. V and I made it past his “two month curse” mark. This past weekend was relaxed, swee.. http://tinyurl.com/llcazq #
  • Local Starbucks screwed up my drink again. Mouthful of pure cinnamon instead of dolce sprinkles. Bleech! Vomitous. #
  • Just saw Blue Eyes to pick up stuff left in his garage. Ugh. He looks great and was really nice. Sigh… Got my stuff. Back to reality! #
  • Passive-Aggressive Hell: I am living in it. Grrr. My mother is driving me crazy. She is refusing to help me bath.. http://tinyurl.com/rarob9 #
  • The most beautiful sight on earth has to be the peaceful face of a sleeping child. Wish I could peek inside his dreams. #
  • Love seminars that feed me fresh mango and chicken sausage. Yum. Oh, the speakers were good, too. #
  • Pics: I’m in bed with a frog, a cat and a kid. Wish I was in bed with another animal but he’s at his.. http://tinyurl.com/lalma8 #
  • Sometimes You Need a Guide: Tweet This Post  http://tinyurl.com/qttmc6 #
  • $7 on the 7th: By donating $7.00 to The Liz Logelin Foundation on the 7th of every month, you are helping provid.. http://tinyurl.com/my32u2 #
  • Tip: bad idea to put picture hangers in pocket after taking down art and then start driving. Yeow!!! [pulls nail from hip fat] #
  • Ugh, Vicodin tummy. Off to dentist, praying for no root canal! #
  • Owe 6050 at closing Thurs (was 2500). Yep, divorce is phucking expensive! Boo!!! #
  • Cousin saw DH watching tranny porn. She's upset; convinced he's gay. Guys? Normal? Weird? Kinky-but-straight? Cousin has two kids & want … #
  • Dad's lost job, house closing is Thurs w/6k to table, ugh, & I let it slip to Mr. V that I am so in love. Shoot me! #
  • Just sold my wedding band. Oof, that was a bit of a stomach kick. #
  • Must learn not to brush teeth in dark…or leave lube next to sink. Just brushed w/O'My Clitoral Gel. Awesome for orgasms; not so tasty. #
  • Why does ex-husband think it's okay to bring his girlfriend to closing? And should I really have to listen to his music in MY car? #
  • Sunday Stealing: Over the Top Meme: Sunday Stealing: The Over the Top Meme
    Part One – Describe:
    Your hair? Thick,… http://bit.ly/2ah6bf #
  • Weekly MILP Roundup #124 The Weekly MILP (Moms In the Legal Profession) Roundup** is hosted on a rotating basis at… http://bit.ly/2nFHXB #
  • Sunday Stealing: The Party Mummy Meme: Sunday Stealing: The Party Mummy Meme

    1. Name someone with the same birthda… http://bit.ly/8m8GBe #

  • Weekly MILP Roundup #125 This week’s MILP Roundup is up at Proto Attorney’s place. The Roundup is hosted on a… http://bit.ly/6G8pvX #
  • Weekly MILP Roundup #126 This week’s MILP Roundup is up at Butterflyfish’s place. The Roundup is hosted on a … http://bit.ly/72imjJ #
  • RT @twincident: ReTweet this message using #sociallybuzz to win a $100 gift certificate to Best Buy.. We will announce the winner in 1 hr #
  • Evil Boss fired my friend/bridesmaid today How's that for a Merry Christmas? Asshole. :( #
  • Grr: Who are you commenters and why are you on my ass lately? I’m working a ton, trying to spend time with my fi… http://bit.ly/6zhMA5 #
  • Work, work, work: To answer Shels, no, no promotion or bonus. Not sure if/when/if ever that will happen. However,… http://bit.ly/5mO7Rr #
  • Weekly MILP Roundup #128 This week’s MILP Roundup is up at Proto Attorney’s place. The Roundup is hosted on a… http://bit.ly/8Z53k1 #
  • Noise Sensitivity: Noise drives me nuts. Fingernails tapping on a desk. The sound of people chewing. A dog slurp… http://bit.ly/4Ur7zR #
  • Weekly MILP Roundup #129 This week’s MILP Roundup is up at Butterflyfish’s place. The Roundup is hosted on a … http://bit.ly/6WKz1Y #
  • Suckage: Today sucked on so many levels.
    Started off day with a call from Chapin saying he was going to return Pu… http://bit.ly/8Hp45m #
  • Weekly MILP Roundup #130 The Weekly MILP (Moms In the Legal Profession) Roundup** is hosted on a rotating basis at… http://bit.ly/7zirhU #
  • That Time of Year: Around this time last year I was in incredible pain. Apparently this has been a common thing fo… http://bit.ly/5p5wD3 #
  • New Year, Fresh Start?: Have I mentioned I adore Mr. V? He’s the best. Took me out to dinner last night for my … http://bit.ly/5o2dHm #
  • Weekly MILP Roundup #132 This week’s MILP Roundup is up at Butterflyfish’s place. The Roundup is hosted on a rot… http://bit.ly/6irjoS #
  • Things that make you go hmmm….: So I had my review today. Big Boss was there with Direct Boss. It was weird…
    No … http://bit.ly/4Upy8Y #
  • More hmm…: Colleague got a warning letter as her performance review. From a guy who used to be her peer and has o… http://bit.ly/7LmboO #
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  • Weird? Blue Eyes & Chapin are paying for my wedding dress. :-) Mtg w/Blue Eyes Weds 4 $ owed + Chapin's overdue child support due Thurs! #
  • 180 Degrees: http://bit.ly/9dUOo3 #

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January 31st, 2010  Posted at   Blogging

Foods which disgust the crap out of me: Brains, Liver, Tongue, Balls, Mayo

TV show I loathe: Anything reality

Movie I loathe: Anything Sci Fi

Music genres I loathe: Death Metal

Magazine which annoys me: Maxim

Makes me cranky at restaurant: Inattentive servers

Makes me cranky in public: Crowds

Makes me cranky in general: Noise

Pisses me off at home: Animal mess

Pisses me off at work: People who don’t do what I say. LOL

Pisses me off in general: People who are intolerant and obnoxious

Makes me impatient at home: Waiting

Makes me impatient at work: The IT Department

Makes me impatient in public: Stupid customer service reps

Celebrity I hate: Many

Music artist I hate: Chris Brown

I could care less about: Reality television

Annoys the crap out of me weekdays: Traffic

Annoys the crap out of me weekends: The insane amount of people out and about. Grrr.

Blogger habit that annoys you: Posting excerpts so that you have to click “read more” to read the full post.

Feature on your blog you hate: Not loving my sidebars right now

Movie star you despise: Carmen Electra

Politician that you hate: Rumsfeld

January 30th, 2010  Posted at   Dating
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And men think women are complicated. Cee has the real story on what women want.

January 30th, 2010  Posted at   Dating, Engagement

Mr. V just left the house to buy wood so he can build me a window seat where I can read. Swoon. And when he goes out, he calls to ask if he can pick something up from the store for us. And tomorrow, while I’m out wedding dress shopping, he’s taking Pumpkinhead and a friend out for lunch and a movie as a reward for Pumpkinhead’s AWESOME report card (Mr. V’s idea!). Obviously no relationship is perfect but, wow, looking back at this time last year and at earlier years’ diary/blog entries about Chapin and the way he treated me (and, yes, the way I let myself be treated), I am so thankful for my life right now and the man who is in it.

“When two people are in a relationship with both of them with their feet in, you share the common ground of each other and have each others best interests at heart. You bring out the best in each other, and are yourselves, warts and all, and you grow together rather than grow apart.” ~ Baggage Reclaim

January 25th, 2010  Posted at   Engagement, Law School, Women in Law
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One of my law school classmates who took time off before I left to have a baby has recently returned. Quite frankly I was surprised. Not sure why. The Washington Post today reported that college enrollment is through the roof. My former classmates are telling me that jobs are scare and competition is worse than ever.

As for me, while I may continue to be stressed over work, I still don’t regret missing the stress of law school. My career may be insane but I have professional development opportunities ahead, potential for moves elsewhere (you never know…) and a lot of interesting challenges on the horizon. Personally, I am so in love and happy. Pumpkinhead and I are both truly blessed with a most wonderful man.

January 25th, 2010  Posted at   Law School, MILS, Mommy stuff, Women in Law

This week’s MILP Roundup is up at Proto Attorney’s place. The Roundup is hosted on a rotating basis at the PT-LawMom, Attorney Work Product and Butterflyfish blogs and is usually posted no later than Monday. Butterflyfish has it next week.

January 18th, 2010  Posted at   Women in Law

Colleague got a warning letter as her performance review. From a guy who used to be her peer and has only been supervising her for about 60 days. About “issues” from before he was her boss. Nice…

I, on the other hand, successfully negotiated a bit more of a raise (roughly equivalent to a guaranteed 5 hours of OT/week at my current salary or a 20% raise, but I’m moving from a non-exempt paralegal to an exempt “professional”… hmm.). I have also negotiated a new title. I just don’t know what that is yet.

In the meantime, I have about 70 hours of work per week, no replacement for my fired friend/colleague in sight, and just a leeeetle stress. But it’s time to start pushing back, setting boundaries, etc. Okay… it’s past time.

In the meantime, networking, professional development, etc., and doing the best I can on my major projects are my main goals. I have a weeklong seminar and certification course scheduled in southern California in April that should move me towards my goals for this year. Will reevaluate in 2011.

January 18th, 2010  Posted at   Law School, MILS, Mommy stuff, Women in Law

The Weekly MILP (Moms In the Legal Profession) Roundup** is hosted on a rotating basis at the PT-LawMom, Attorney Work Product and A Little Fish in Law School blogs and is usually posted no later than Monday morning. Next week Proto Attorney will have it.

TrannyHead is leaving us. Waaah!

And for those who missed it, Googie Baba reminds us that Monday was National Human Sex Trafficking Day. Take time to remember how many women are exploited every day worldwide and could use help.

Butterflyfish is pondering Clownfish’s quirkiness

Southern Female Lawyer shares an awesome letter from Satan to Pat Robertson (lol)

LEO is starting to doubt again…

Proto Atty and I have been living the same sexist “man-knows-best” workweek. Grrr!

Lag Liv is remembering to take a little time for herself and her health in the midst of litigation craziness

Certifiable is getting much-needed (and hopefully much-improved!) help!

CM is getting involved (awesome!)

Cee has her eyes on the prize (right pick, IMO!)

Dakota is moving on (go give her some support, Mamas)

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