“Jean, I’m a hoarder!” That’s what my mother hit me with when she came for her typical visit. “I can’t get rid of anything! And did you know 1 in 50; maybe even 1 in 20 people are hoarders? People in senior centers are hoarding like crazy!” “Mom just because you’re living in an assisted [...]
It’s funny how vacations were originally designed for relaxation. Oh, how things have changed. Lara and Gus announce a surprise family vacation. She informs me she’s rented a van and I should buy a warm sleeping bag. From that point on I knew this vacation could mean stress! Lara insists the whole family to be ready by 6:00 [...]
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Jean Rubin’s mother fears the Housewives Burglaries in Chandler, Arizona.
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Jean Rubin’s mother wants to go to driving school and Jean thinks there should be different driving schools to fit the different personalities of Scottsdale.
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I do not pay a lot of attention to fashion trends. Between my Stressed in Scottsdale life and a lack of style sense, I get dressed every day with abandon. At least I did until Glee and April called me on a conference call and told me that my wardrobe needed updating. “Look, if you [...]
I can’t believe I am going to admit I know who this is but I can’t believe Snooki has written her own book. To top it off I can’t believe her book “A Shore Thing” is on the New York Times Best Seller list. I have been trying to write and publish a book for [...]
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Scary dolls and Glee’s got a new hormone.
Jean’s worried about all the centenarians that have diasappeared in Japan.
Air pollution, twits and senior reality shows give Jean stress.
When botox in Scottsdale drops to $4 a shot you know the economy is hurting. And the kids are moving home! Worse, dried reindeer dung a gift.
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