jillian commented on What The Hell Is "Ferrari Hot?" A Guide To Creative Dress Codes

"Our dress code was "common sense"."

jillian commented on Fashion Show

"actually, the frilly black dress is kind of lolita/victoriana goth...I like THAT, at least"

jillian commented on Mike & Juliet Guests Purport To Have The "Secret" To A Happy Marriage

"Maybe it's because I'm Canadian, but I think communism applies here."

jillian commented on Whole Foods Seeks To Define Its Prices As Bargains

"Ethical shopping for less (time-dependent): Produce - farmer's market Perishables (hormone-free milk, cage-free eggs, wild caught frozen salmon, etc) - Trader Joe's Bulk bin items - Whole Foods. Whole Foods is like indulgences in the Middle Ages."

jillian commented on Ad Libs

"Isn't Tailor Made, the guy who married Tiffany "New York" Pollard, a higher-up at Ecko?"

jillian commented on American Airlines Does Its Best To Make Sure Frequent Flier Miles Are Totally Worthless

"My method is to get American miles credited over to an airline that DOESN'T suck."

jillian commented on Why Do Americans Insist On Buying Cheap Crap Instead Of High Quality Merchandise?

"I think there's an equation somewhere."

jillian commented on Why You're Going To Need A Million Bucks To Retire

"Now, if only I could get a 401K in a currency that wasn't USD...who knows what those dollars will buy in 2048 when I retire at the age of 70?"

jillian commented on Brooks Brothers Thanks Three-Week Old Infant For Requesting Their Catalogue. What?

"Thanks for the suggestions, all. With regard to Ben having the same name as his father, Ben's name is unique - my husband and I kept our names intact, and hyphenated them. With regard to the hospital, I ruled out Cedars-Sinai as a source, because they promised they did not give out information."

jillian commented on Lorena Bobbitt, 15 Years Later • The Pill Is "Ineffective" Because Women Are Dumb

"Ironically, I remembered to take my pre-natal vitamins every single day at the same time...when I got pregnant with my son from forgetting to take my daily Yasmin."

jillian commented on "Our descendants may look at us and say, 'God, these were the most gullible people who ever lived.'"

"Unlikely we'll be the most gullible people."

jillian commented on 7 Ways To Have A Gorgeous And Inexpensive Wedding

"We cut corners by: - printing our own invitations & programs on tree free paper (www.invitesite.com) - buying all the booze at Costco (beer & wine only, and Costco had a shockingly good selection of wine) - having candle centerpieces instead of expensive flowers - minimizing use of flowers to bouquets & boutonieres - buying my dress & my husband's suit off eBay - having an old college friend DJ for us (he was better than a wedding DJ anyways, and totally rocked the party) - having both the ceremony & reception at the same beautiful location - and because said location is a nonprofit, we get to actually tax-deduct the expense as a donation next year It was still a ridiculously expensive party, but it was beautiful & everyone had a total blast."

jillian commented on Right Now Is About When I Shoot People Who Tell Me They're Worried About Their "Caffeine Addictions"

"Caffeine is acceptable when you are pregnant."

jillian commented on Next On The Airline Chopping Block: Lavatory Sinks?

"Horizon are a regional carrier."

jillian commented on How To Say No To Charities

"I also chose my charities carefully, and set up automatic donations to each one."

jillian commented on 7 Lies You'll Hear From Salesmen At Electronics Stores

"I worked at Future Shop ten years ago, back when I was the only girl in the computer department - and the only person with a clue about technology."

jillian commented on Dear American Airlines: Thanks For Stinking

" I feel terrible saying this - but even as a kid, I learned to always pack toiletries, underwear and medication in my carry-on."

jillian commented on 'Cosmo' Editor Kate White Illustrates Why It's Hard To Actually Hate 'Cosmo'

" "Remember good girls go to heaven ..."