added to my “List”

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This activity wasn’t on my original “100 list” that I compiled in January.  You can view it here.  But I quickly decided it was going to be added — when several of Baby Girl’s friends stopped by back in April with a trunk full of longboards. Longboards are like skateboards only . . . longer. … Read More

To buy or not to buy?

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Back in April, I posted about the kids saying good-bye to Tanya, who had drove her last mile. You can read about it here if your memory fails you like mine does. “Tanya”, as Baby Girl affectionately called the 1990 Camry, died of transmission failure. Tanya’s demise meant we had some car decisions to make.  Do … Read More

That was fast!

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WOW. Talk about a fast and full weekend!  Sheesh. Time flew – but it was so fun.   We had recreation time . . . . . .and a wedding that we all attended . . . Where we did a little catching up with friends as we celebrated a marriage with their family These … Read More

They’re driving . . .

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These two are on the road. Driving. From Cincinnati > through Indiana > then Illinois > followed by Wisconsin > then crossing the mighty Mississippi into Minnesota > and picking up brother in Winona > and hoping he will drive the last 50 minutes of the trip. Oh how I hate it when the kids … Read More

trickling in . . .

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The kids have begun to trickle in — “in” being home. Baby Girl arrived this afternoon — She was already settled in by the time I got home from work – and shortly after my arrival she brought out her art folder to show me the art projects she had done.  Memories came flooding back … Read More

A gift

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It is a gift to be an Aunt to these four beautiful children Their momma is my baby sister She’s a year younger than Brett Favre  I took these photos of my baby sister’s babies this summer to frame and give to her as a birthday gift. my baby sister is a gift. (even if … Read More

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Yesterday we woke up in Cincinnati – and went to bed in Rochester. As expected, pulling away from the curb in front of our girl’s home brought some sadness.  Yet, I also felt so proud of her. . .  as she stood there in front of “her” place (with Tim). She has accomplished so much … Read More

Cincy – Day Two

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Cincy is SO much fun!  There is so much to do…and we have so little time! Monday dinner:  Skyline Chili – I had a 3-way.  DIY Guy had a 5-Way. Monday evening:  The “Establishment” — the neighborhood tavern – with Cara and Tim. Tuesday:   Sleep in ….yessss. Then…..Cara and I enjoyed 3 hours of … Read More

Progress.

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Last night the pool looked like this. (Gabby is “fishing” – lots of tree frogs swimming around in the big puddle) Today at 1:00 pm It looked like this In less than 4 hours they had the old liner out and this new liner in. I was disappointed that I’d missed the process. See how … Read More

THEY CRACK ME UP

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This is Katie and Danae This is their 3rd year being roomies. They are very much alike  and are incredibly fun to be with and when Katie hangs out with Danae’s brother … the antics and laughter are non-stop these two are one laugh after another  I never tire of being around these kids because … Read More