Laptop Television Mom

Once upon a time, I belonged to a Book Club.  We met once a month to discuss the book we all read and drink some wine.  We read classics like To Kill a Mockingbird, trendy books like The Da Vinci Code, trashy books like The Nanny Diaries, and amazing books like Lovely Bones.

Now I sit on the couch (oh yes, laptop in lap) with American Idol on the tube.  (Side note: American Idol is perfect laptop television … takes zero brainpower and it totally entertaining.)  Anyway, here’s a book recommendation for ALL MOMS who want to read, but can’t find the time:  The Three Martini Playdate.  It’s more than a book filled with quick wit, subtle humor, and clever anecdotes.  It’s a mantra.

Seriously, this is a funny book that can be read one short chapter at a time.  There are some great tips that remind you that our kids are not going to break and it’s okay if we mess them up a bit. Here are some of my favorite chapters:

-          Your Cost-Efffective Tomboy

-          Screaming: Is it Necessary?

-          Diaper Bag or Steamer Truck?

-          Bedtime: Is 5:30 too early?

Happy reading!  It’s worth the time – and a chapter can be completed during the 5 minute window between crawling into bed and crashing to sleep.  It will inspire you to bust out the Grey Goose or SKYY at your next playdate.