"This book contains some stories from my life: the awkward growing-up years, the confusing dating years, the fulfilling work years, and what it was like to be asked to play one of my favorite characters again. Also included: tales of living on a houseboat, meeting guys at awards shows, and that time I was asked to be a butt model. A hint: all three made me seasick--Lauren Graham"-- Back of dust jacket.

Introduction --Fast forward -- Sweat equity -- You can't be vegan just for Ellen -- There is only one Betty White, or: Paper towels, a love story -- What it was like, part one -- Before my REI card: some thoughts on being single -- Labor days -- Judge not, lest ye be a judge on Project Runway: my life in fashion -- Someday, someday, maybe you'll believe my novel wasn't completely biographical -- Kitchen timer -- Parenthood is the best neighborhood -- Look up! A note from your friend Old Lady Jackson -- What it was like, part two.