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Valentine’s Day: The Gift of Time

Posted on February 14, 2013 by

Recently, I have fought winter snark. A prevalent symptom for this condition includes increased cynicism in the way I view things I read, hear and see. So, here I sit. It’s Valentine’s Day; the holiday when my heart is overflowing … Continue reading →

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Thinking About …

Posted on October 11, 2012 by

While waiting for my morning caffeine kick to nudge me toward my elliptical machine, I read Facebook status updates.  Two posts moved me so much I had to share. First, a high school friend encouraged her network to rally for … Continue reading →

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School Days: Domestic Rituals I Despise

Posted on October 10, 2012 by

It took me long enough to become domesticated. For most of my 14-year marriage, washing dishes, doing laundry, and cleaning toilets were not top priorities. Not that I am a slob or completely oblivious to my family’s needs. But, let’s … Continue reading →

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School’s Out: House Guests and My Big Beautiful Family

Posted on July 17, 2012 by

Unannounced House Guest If you’re like me, house guests sometimes drop in unannounced. This one showed just before Fourth of July festivities. He/she decided an outdoor storage cabinet was the place to sleep for a spell. Perhaps he/she learned our patio … Continue reading →

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Bonus Post: Lyric Status Friday — Come Together

Posted on July 13, 2012 by

Hot summer fun limited me to a mere post this week. My apologies. In honor of members from my big, beautiful family gathering —  at a beautiful lake in the middle of Michigan — to eat, drink, and party. He shoot … Continue reading →

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Drink It: Dailys Frozen Cocktails and Vin de Pays de Vaucluse 2010

Posted on July 6, 2012 by

Since, my family and friends had much to celebrate on July 4, we had quite a selection of kid- and adult-friendly beverages on hand. Two favorites emerged. First, my girlfriend and fellow mom, Christy, treated us to Dailys Cocktails Ready-to-Drink … Continue reading →

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School’s Out: Week 1 — Hot Stuff

Posted on June 26, 2012 by

Issa, Riff and I sprinted through Week 1 of summer break. It was a streak of hot, warped-speed fun, which included … pancake mornings, swim suit afternoons, and scorching-hot evenings that called for grilling out whenever possible. After-hours indulgences include … Continue reading →

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Life Replays: Those Sailing Scenes on the Great Lakes

Posted on June 13, 2012 by

Ain’t talkin’ ’bout love My love is rotten to the core Ain’t talkin’ ’bout love Just like I told you before, yeah before — Alex Van Halen, Edward Van Halen, Michael Anthony, David Lee Roth Some songs trigger replays or … Continue reading →

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The Lost Week

Posted on June 3, 2012 by

I confess to being stuck in scenes from a three-day, mini-vacation my family and I took during the Memorial Day Weekend holiday. It all began … Saturday, May 26 The beautiful shoreline of Lake Huron beckoned. My family and I … Continue reading →

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A Summer Preview: Coming to My Backyard in 13 Days

Posted on May 25, 2012 by

Last night, we set the mood. Structured schedules were tossed to the recycle bin. Issa, Riff, Buddy (our Pekingese) and I played in the backyard until our tummies rumbled for burgers, fries and lemonade. Dinner wasn’t served until 7-something. School is … Continue reading →

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