Let me see… 

  • All essential and non-essential body parts shaved? Check.
  • Hair colour and cut appointment? In a few hours – check.
  • Outfit sorted? Check.
  • Acceptance speech prepared? Not necessary, so I’ve been told.
  • Nerves? Contained – for now.

My husband is on babysitting duty tonight as our regular sitter is unavailable. I can’t deny this is a little disappointing but, never fear, one of my fabulous girlfriends will be on hand for support.

Wish me luck!

karen andrews

Karen Andrews is the creator of this website, one of the most established and well-respected parenting blogs in the country. She is also an author, award-winning writer, poet, editor and publisher at Miscellaneous Press. Her latest book is Trust the Process: 101 Tips on Writing and Creativity