Rebecca Eckler
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Knocked Up: Confessions of a Hip Mother-to-be de Rebecca Eckler
I originally bought this way before I was pregnant and finally got around to it when my daughter was three years old. While I found some things funny, other parts appeared selfish and appalling (such a smoking during pregnancy, though I was never a smoker, still freaks me out a bit). Perhaps I'm just not that hip. :-)
The Good Stuff
* Extremely funny at times
* Self deprecating author, which regular readers of this blog will know I love
* Before requesting the book for review I had read tons of negative reviews on this book and I think alot of people missed the point about this -- humour -- If you don't have one -- get one!
* Very wise commentary on the fact that we should stop complaining about some of our men's less than stellar qualities and do something about them (and vise a versa -- us girls also have our own faults to look at) And also that we shouldn't settle with bad behaviour
* The obvious love for her daughter. BTW, Rebecca I got a polite and well trained 9 yr old boy for your daughter. I also have a charming 2.5 yr old boy, but he is too much of a tramp like his daddy was and will not be good marriage material until at least 35.
* Love the advise from "Freud", the man has some very wise advise and some very valid points
* The Winnie the Pooh quotes are cute
* Like the clever tactics on Page 80 for shopping with a man
* Chapter 24 -- also my pet peeve -- but not just men - always look behind you before you let the door close -- just hold it open. It only takes a freakin second!!!!
* Loved the part about her snoring brother -- I have felt like smothering my man when he snores too
The Not so Good Stuff
* A little mean spirited at times -- but hey it sounds like many of them deserve it
* I know its a small thing, but I really got irritated by the constant mention of "She does my Brazilian Bikini waxes. She knows, Hears, and Sees it All". All you have to do is mention that once and than in every other chapter just write "Wise Words from Helena". I'm a women, I got it the first time LOL!
* I have a bad feeling this one is going to get slammed a lot --but guys come on it's funny -- she is not man bashing
Favorite Quotes/Passages
"Okay, I'll admit I was 5 percent asking because I can be a royal nag and jealous bitch. But 95 percent of me was asking because I was genuinely interested in what he got up to."
"Actually, I have pretty good relationships with my exes, in the sense that because I'm no longer with them, they don't annoy me so much.)
"And I'm her role model. I just know by the time she starts dating, the man in my life will be consistently achieving at or above the expected level. I expect no less for me, and certainly no less for my daughter."
What I Learned
* I've got a pretty good hubby, although he definitely could use some remedial courses. I guess I am a pretty lucky women
* That as a women I take the compromising thing a little too far
* Wow I am far too passive aggressive
Who should/shouldn't read
* I don't think I am going out on a limb when I say, most men will not enjoy this
* Unfortunately, I don't think this book will be for everybody. I can see quite a bit of negative press from those who don't get her sense of humour or some of her very valid points.
3.75 Dewey's
I received this from Random House in exchange for an honest review. BTW, I have read tons of stuff from Rebecca. She is tremendously funny - I recommend that you pick up Wiped by her… (més)
* Extremely funny at times
* Self deprecating author, which regular readers of this blog will know I love
* Before requesting the book for review I had read tons of negative reviews on this book and I think alot of people missed the point about this -- humour -- If you don't have one -- get one!
* Very wise commentary on the fact that we should stop complaining about some of our men's less than stellar qualities and do something about them (and vise a versa -- us girls also have our own faults to look at) And also that we shouldn't settle with bad behaviour
* The obvious love for her daughter. BTW, Rebecca I got a polite and well trained 9 yr old boy for your daughter. I also have a charming 2.5 yr old boy, but he is too much of a tramp like his daddy was and will not be good marriage material until at least 35.
* Love the advise from "Freud", the man has some very wise advise and some very valid points
* The Winnie the Pooh quotes are cute
* Like the clever tactics on Page 80 for shopping with a man
* Chapter 24 -- also my pet peeve -- but not just men - always look behind you before you let the door close -- just hold it open. It only takes a freakin second!!!!
* Loved the part about her snoring brother -- I have felt like smothering my man when he snores too
The Not so Good Stuff
* A little mean spirited at times -- but hey it sounds like many of them deserve it
* I know its a small thing, but I really got irritated by the constant mention of "She does my Brazilian Bikini waxes. She knows, Hears, and Sees it All". All you have to do is mention that once and than in every other chapter just write "Wise Words from Helena". I'm a women, I got it the first time LOL!
* I have a bad feeling this one is going to get slammed a lot --but guys come on it's funny -- she is not man bashing
Favorite Quotes/Passages
"Okay, I'll admit I was 5 percent asking because I can be a royal nag and jealous bitch. But 95 percent of me was asking because I was genuinely interested in what he got up to."
"Actually, I have pretty good relationships with my exes, in the sense that because I'm no longer with them, they don't annoy me so much.)
"And I'm her role model. I just know by the time she starts dating, the man in my life will be consistently achieving at or above the expected level. I expect no less for me, and certainly no less for my daughter."
What I Learned
* I've got a pretty good hubby, although he definitely could use some remedial courses. I guess I am a pretty lucky women
* That as a women I take the compromising thing a little too far
* Wow I am far too passive aggressive
Who should/shouldn't read
* I don't think I am going out on a limb when I say, most men will not enjoy this
* Unfortunately, I don't think this book will be for everybody. I can see quite a bit of negative press from those who don't get her sense of humour or some of her very valid points.
3.75 Dewey's
I received this from Random House in exchange for an honest review. BTW, I have read tons of stuff from Rebecca. She is tremendously funny - I recommend that you pick up Wiped by her… (més)
I have a feeling this book is very recognisable for sleep deprived mothers. It was a glimpse into the future for me. At least I won't be shocked when it happens. I hope.
I always thought being pregnant would be great. Now that I am, I find it is not always so great.
Now that I've read this novel, I don't feel alone anymore. Eckler is just hilarious in her descriptions and I know exactly how she must have felt.
Now that I've read this novel, I don't feel alone anymore. Eckler is just hilarious in her descriptions and I know exactly how she must have felt.
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