Us Girls

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Guys:  The following photos may help explain why us ladies take so much time in the dressing room . . . and why it’s always a good thing to have a sister or friend with us and to assure you that we aren’t always about shopping . . . Girls ~~ Someone will always be … Read More

FREE Book

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You may not need this book, but maybe someone you know does.  I haven’t read it, but I did watch the Oprah show today and liked what I heard from Gary Neuman. You can download this book FREE until 7:00 pm on Thursday night (CST). Even if you don’t need to read this book…you might … Read More

Our boy

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Me:  So, “middle child” of ours….is the middle a good place to be in our family?  What are the advantages?  Disadvantages? Nate:  I used to hate it, but have really learned to like being the middle child.  It’s nice since I am not the guinea pig oldest child, and also not the last to do … Read More

Caught Sleeping

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Not too long ago I showed you “Dot”,                   my childhood stuffed dog… I used to sleep with Dot. That was then. This is now…… Every night when I go to bed, I read…                 and Gabby is at my feet. When I turn off the light, she comes up next to me, puts her … Read More

Cake in a mug

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Gather the children, grandchildren, the nieces & nephews, the menapausal women……..hand them a mug and let them mix up and bake a cake…in a mug….in 10 minutes or less! Here’s what you’ll need: A mug, an egg, sugar, milk, oil, cocoa powder, vanilla & flour Mix together in a mug: 4 Tablespoons flour  +  4  … Read More

Mad Church Disease

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I just ordered/bought this book . . . Yesterday Ryan gave away three of these books.  After reading about the book on his site at This Is Reverb, I decided it was worth reading.  I bought one as a gift for our pastor too.  (ssshhhh…don’t tell him).  When I’m done reading it, I’ll pass it along … Read More

Jack of all trades

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“Jack of all trades…and master of none”. Yeah, that quote sounds like me.  Many creative outlets, venues and classes have been attempted by yours truly over the years. There is this creative desire lurking inside me that demands to be fed.  Some might call this the plight of the “right-brained” person.  After reading some characteristics … Read More

Twenty and something

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An interview with our baby girl.  Our baby.  The youngest of 3. A sophomore in college.  Danae Joy Age 20 Me:  Hi Baby Girl.  You probably have more nicknames than anyone else in our family.  How do you feel about being called “Baby Girl” and “DJ”? Baby Girl:  I love it!  I love having nicknames!  … Read More

MOA & IKEA

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That’s MOA as in “Mall Of America” or “MegaMall” Mission:  Shop Who:  Cheri, JoLynn, Danae & Katie Why:  Because Katie had never been to MOA First a quick stop at IKEA – then on to the adventure and stores awaiting these girls at the Mall of America We found a duvet cover that Danae loves … Read More

More help?

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Just so we are clear on this….our little cardinal has been around here for quite some time. We KNOW for sure that she is the same one too Because she has distinctive tail feathers Or should I say “lacks” tail feathers? I knew it was a good idea to toss out naming this little “red … Read More