Monthly Archives: January 2012

A Seemingly Harmless Flirtation: Angry Bird

Posted on January 26, 2012 by

It all started before 2011 came to an end. I was basking in some much needed downtime after dinner. As I read through the front-page headlines at Huffington Post, cheers, giggles and snorts from the other room penetrated my thoughts. … Continue reading →

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Flurries of Flashbacks and Winter Fun

Posted on January 19, 2012 by

Flurries dance outside my windows. Like a child, I am eagerly watching them stick to the ground. I am hopeful inches will  accumulate for worthwhile playtime in the chilly air. Flashbacks from childhood in my parent’s backyard play in my head. … Continue reading →

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Thursday at 10:43: The Liebster Award

Posted on January 12, 2012 by

On Tuesday morning I shuffled into my home office with my venti coffee in hand. I stood at my desktop, scrolling through my list of unread e-mails. There, in the midst of the boring pitches to click-and-read I spied an e-mail … Continue reading →

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Wednesday at 10:49: So Much to Write

Posted on January 11, 2012 by

There is so much to write, so much to say and so much to do. Here I sit. The notes from this morning are there. I went old-school and grabbed a pen while listening to Riff sing the Mat Man song … Continue reading →

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What I Meant to Write: Yesterday’s Post

Posted on January 11, 2012 by

I meant to write this post yesterday. But, then I cleaned the house during the morning hours. My five-year-old, son, Riff, was willing to help me make beds, sweep the floor and vacuum. So, how could I not oblige him. … Continue reading →

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Monday at 11:50: Blue, Lions, and Three Supermoms

Posted on January 9, 2012 by

Living north of the “D” has been anything but normal this January. Temps have surged toward 50 for several consecutive days. The Detroit Lions made their first post-season appearance in more than a decade, and two fellow supermoms and myself … Continue reading →

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Saturday at 8: Lions Roaring in the Superdome

Posted on January 7, 2012 by

Are you ready? I am. For decades loyal Detroit Lions fans like myself have been denied even a glimmer of post-season action. But, tonight, our beloved Lions have a chance. Watch out you naysayers. That match against Green Bay was … Continue reading →

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My Love Affairs with Technology: The XBox Kinect

Posted on January 5, 2012 by

Where would you be without technology advances? I would probably be lounging on my couch watching subpar television. As 2012 moves into its fifth day, I am feeling the love for a number of  technology advances. But, the devotion I … Continue reading →

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2012 Forward Thinking

Posted on January 3, 2012 by

It’s been awhile. Where does the time go? Can you believe 2012 is well underway? Champagne corks and fireworks exploded days ago around the world. I wish there was a pause or slow motion button available for those extra special life moments. But, life doesn’t … Continue reading →

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