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Will new books, old friends, my spouse and music distract me from the change I seek and allow me to resume my sleep schedule? Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED SIXTY ONE…go to sleep brain!
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ONE HUNDRED SIXTY…
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Yet another story on the trials and tribulations of being a mother of young children, and the funny scenarios that I find myself in. Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FIFTY NINE…my roller coaster, I mean my life
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Right around Halloween is usually when our rollercoaster hits the very top of the highest peak and heads for its rapid decent to the bottom otherwise known as the end of the year. And then all of a sudden January begins and … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FIFTY EIGHT…the happy simpleton
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Like every other American I have been consumed with what is going on in the news. I am in the process of potty training Cecilia, painting the toy/play room, schooling (of course), feeding my hourly hungry children and trying to maintain … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FIFTY SEVEN…the pitfalls of homeschooling
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I was unpacking our bicycles from this mornings ride when Phoebe approached me in the garage with a serious tone in her voice saying, “Mommy, something’s wrong with Abby. She is saying she doesn’t want to play dolls with me. I … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FIFTY SIX…processing to remember
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Here we are one week after our sweet dog Bear’s passing and our emotions are still raw. We have crossed that hurdle of being able to say his name and talking about the goofy times we remember without our voices … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FIFTY FIVE…Thank You Bear
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For the past 3 weeks I have been struggling to get back to our normal routine. On Wednesday I was finally able to make all the bi-annual and annual doctors appointments for everyone, including our furry side. Bear’s appointment was … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FIFTY-FOUR…daddy the hero
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We went to church on Sunday. Abby and Phoebe attend the Childrens’ moment in our church. It’s always interesting to hear what Phoebe is going to say in front of the entire congregation. People enjoy her random verbal diaharea…as long as … Continue reading
ONEHUNDRED FIFTY THREE…our polite dictator
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Our youngest rules the roost. We have given her the title of Polite Dictator because of her ruling style… Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY-TWO…I can’t wait to grow up one day
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I have issues. I want change. I like change. Right now I have to quench my desire for change with the weather and the seasons. But even that isn’t coming fast enough. I keep walking outside in the morning to see … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FIFTY ONE…dancing and driving
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Super Soaker…when I hear this song by Kings of Leon, I have an undeniable need to get up and start jumping up and down while throwing my limbs into space in a most chaotic manner. Certain bands/songs make me want … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FIFTY…a ring a ding ding
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My children are enthralled with old school touch dial telephones. I feel old. Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FORTY NINE…critically low
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One week ago Sunday, we drove 1,490 miles north to Traverse City, Michigan. I needed to get out of Florida’s extreme heat of 90 degrees and above. I dragged my family of five (kicking and screaming) and our dog up to the ‘frigid’ … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FORTY-EIGHT…free-range chickens and other stories
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ONE HUNDRED FORTY-SEVEN…annoyingly happy
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If your having a particularly annoying day, don’t read this blog…I am having an annoyingly happy day/week and I am openly expressing my gratitude! Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FORTY SIX…side affects of cleaning a home
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Is cleaning ones house supposed to cause physical pain? If not, do I have a valid excuse to never clean again? Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FORTY FIVE…toddler inservice
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I went to dinner the other night with some girlfriends. We were having a nice chat, a glass of wine, and we were able to carry on a conversation without being interrupted. It was glorious. Then I noticed a family … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FORTY FOUR…new school year excitement
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The excitement of starting a new school year has taken a hold of us… Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FORTY THREE…a comedy of errors
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Cecilia had therapy this morning. My plan for the day was to take her to therapy, rush home for a quick shower and then head south 72 miles. Cecilia had an Orthopedic appointment in Boca Raton at 1:30. By my … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FORTY TWO…suds and duds
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Luckily, we are entering one of the hottest months in the state of Florida. My instincts tell me to hibernate. Turn down that air conditioner to a frigid 68 degrees and put some sweat pants and a sweatshirt on, build a … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FORTY ONE…click click click
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Crabs. There are crabs EVERYWHERE! EVERYWHERE We are being invaded by blue crabs. Everywhere you turn in our garage, I hear this click click click sound of these little crustaceans scattering for their lives. Currently we have 4 large blue crabs … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FORTY…our own personal lotto ticket
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When we had Cecilia, it was almost as if we had a new lease on life. Our luck changed. Our outlook on life changed. Our priorities changed. She brought something different to the family. More than the joy of babies, … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED THIRTY NINE…letting go of a crazy week
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so we had some friends over for the week from Tennessee. We had 4 adults, 6 kids and one dog in our house. The 10 of us were all together for a total of 6 days and the kids didn’t get in one … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED THIRTY EIGHT…I have a gas problem
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Greg and I went on a date last night…dinner and a movie. On our way home, Greg stopped at the gas station and realized he did not have his card. We have cancelled more debit and credit cards this year … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED THIRTY SEVEN….premium octane please
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My tolerance level is running on fumes right now. People never tell you when your pregnant that, once those cute adorable little babies turn into toddlers you will have to repeat yourself constantly. Ask those cute innocent little beings the same … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED THIRTY SIX…questions for the void
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Lately there has been a small issue Greg and I have not been able to figure out. You see Greg and I are both the youngest in our singing line-up. ***I’m venturing through pictures of yesteryear to help me with this … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED THIRTY FIVE…mom of 3 wearing an evening gown shows up with…
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I sliced 1/3 of my fingernail off my thumb the other day. I was attempting to separate the rind of a watermelon from its outer shell and voila, a clean slice right through the nail and claiming a small infentesimal … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED THIRTY FOUR…remove the lid
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I have wanderlust in the worst way. Yes, we just returned from a 3-week vacation in Tennessee and Michigan. 2,984 miles in the comfort and convenience of a mini-van. Your probably asking yourself, “Is there such a thing as comfort and convenience … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED THIRTY THREE…an ending in pictures
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The last week of our 3-week hiatus included an adventurous, rocking and might I add “freezing” night on a boat, 5 amazingly fun and very different playgrounds, An amazing garden filled with beautiful purple flowers, ‘Moomers’ the famous ice cream … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED THIRTY TWO…we have located heaven on earth
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Just like Tennessee, when we headed to Michigan, I had a list of things I wanted our family to experience. And of course, staying 2 weeks didn’t allow us to do all of those things. So once again, I had … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED THIRTY ONE…uh oh, did someone say road trip???
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We are channeling the Clampets on the road home from our three-week hiatus. We have stuffed the inside of our car with as much as we possibly can and we are heading home with a bed frame loosely attached to … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED THIRTY…short and sweet
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It’s so easy for us to put everything down and dash away for the week. Or two weeks. Or in our current case, three weeks. It’s a lot of fun to be so flexible and mobile. We are on the … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED TWENTY NINE…beach, acrobatics and hidden talents
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I have fully adopted the southern beach lifestyle…I really don’t call it summer until, 1. the water hits the perfect 83/84 degree temperature 2. the tourists have all gone home and therefore the beaches are less crowded with grumpy unknown … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-EIGHT…WAKE UP!!!!
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Think of the absolute worst way to wake up… and times that by 10. We’re going through it RIGHT NOW. EVERY MORNING! Our sweet little 3-year-old toddler moved to a big girl bed 3 weeks ago and since then she’s … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED TWENTY SEVEN…I am a broken sprinkler system
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I have had more people come up to me this week in public places to tell me 1. to enjoy my kids while they are so young and 2. How quickly the time goes I get an earful each time … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED TWENTY SIX…sisters and their acrobatic dolls
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On Thursday Abby, Phoebe and I met my sister at good ole’ Yeehaw Junction. The girls were going to spend a couple of nights with her. Their plans included visiting the American Girl Store for an afternoon of tea, a … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED TWENTY FIVE…fruit and poop randomness
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Little Phoebe and her sentence structure is really blowing us away. She stomped her way into our bedroom bright and early and proclaimed, “Guys, I had the worst dream last night.” This perfect sentence from our 5-year-old. At 3 this … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED TWENTY FOUR… vacation blues
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It is Friday the 13th. One day before Valentines Day. Greg and I left the kids with Busha and Grandpa and headed due West to Sarasota. We were ready for the ULTIMATE 4 day vacation. I have been dreaming of … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED TWENTY THREE…I will dance and you will watch me dance
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There are so many fun songs out right now…and Cecilia is all about dancing. Who am I kidding, we are all about breaking it down! I will be in the only room in the house I can’t seem to get out … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED TWENTY TWO…
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I turned 38 years old 20 days ago. My husband and I have a continual dialogue about our dreams which almost always include travel of some sort. Occasionally I dream out-loud about photography equipment and encourage him to fantasize about a … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED TWENTY ONE….dog beds and crafting do not mix
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I have one weeks worth of the most random photos I have ever taken… I hope you enjoy…I’m getting rid of my Pinterest account. It’s a reminder of all the cute fun crafty stuff I want to make but ultimately … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED TWENTY…i know a guy
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So we live in south Florida. We have lived here for approximately 3.5 years. In my experience, most people need a bug guy. We are great friends with our bug guy due to the fact that we see him on … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED NINETEEN….hello pussycat woahwoahwoah a wo!
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I poured myself a cup of coffee this morning. It was quiet and dark and everyone was still sleeping. I really like days like this and it makes me think about that ‘Folgers’ commercial the networks run every holiday season … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED EIGHTEEN…i am missing something, am i missing something
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I woke up this morning with a nagging feeling in the pit of my stomach…”I forgot something or am forgetting something”. Lucky me, I know the mystery will reveal itself to me before the day is over, most likely too late … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED SEVENTEEN…we got this! seriously! we got this!#$%!??!! Part 5
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So just to recap on the trip thus far, (NOTE: this section of Part 5 is inspired by Bear Hands, Daft Punk, LCD Soundsystem and Bombay Bicycle Club) we have learned 7 Extremely valuable lessons about RV camping; Seatbelts ALWAYS…even … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED SIXTEEN…we got this! seriously! we got this!#$%!??!! Part 4
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WARNING: THERE ARE A LOT OF TREE AND NATURE PICTURES IN THIS POST. Continuing on with the Spranger Awesome RV Journey 2014 Fall Edition: I have been sifting through 11,000 pictures from our trip. 11,000 pictures and I am not … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FIFTEEN…we got this! seriously! we got this!#$%!??!! Part 3
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Bar Harbor, Maine So for the first week of the trip, I had multiple Danny Elfman moments. Once we arrived in Maine, everything changed. So in honor of this next segment I would like to note my inspiration is coming … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED FOURTEEN…we got this! seriously! we got this!#$%!??!! Part 2
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The first part was written with the What’s This song in Nightmare Before Christmas. This second part is inspired by the theme song of Beetlejuice also by the amazing Danny Elfman. Danny Elfman has this amazing ability to tell a story with … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED THIRTEEN…we got this! seriously! we got this!#$%!??!! Part 1
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Picture this 5 people, two adults, three children two of them under the age of 5, and a 75 lb dog on a 300 square foot recreational vehicle (RV). The goal was to get up to Maine as quickly as … Continue reading
ONE HUNDRED TWELVE…imaginative hearing
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I was in the middle of finishing up a painting project so we could all hop in the car and escape for a wee bit. Our end goal was the fresh market so we could grab some essentials before our … Continue reading