Monthly Archives: November 2010

Honesty, Not The Best Policy

Today a subject of my church affiliation came up in conversation with a member of a different department. (We were talking about daycare, and how expensive it is. She asked if the church we go to have a school attached … Continue reading

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Sad news

I called my OBGYN’s office today, trying to see if I can schedule an appointment. This time, the receptionist was more forthcoming with details. My doctor has cancer, and the prognosis is not good. He is on medical leave until … Continue reading

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I need to have my sanity checked

Just signed up OldestOne and MiddleOne for Snow Plow Sam I classes at the Pettit on Sunday nights (January 9 to February 13). We’ll see if they like it. I am (as usual) not holding my breath, but I think … Continue reading

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2011 Debut Author Challenge

In an attempt to make my life more difficult, I decided to start participating in online book clubs next year. Because I am a glutton for punishment, that’s why. The Story Siren is doing 2011 Debut Author Challenge. I have … Continue reading

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Is it Monday already?

The children are in rare form these days. In case of fire, please save them in this order: YoungestOne, OldestOne, and if there is time, MiddleOne. Though if YoungestOne doesn’t knock it off soon, OldestOne is going to move to … Continue reading

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This explains so much

[this post has been back-dated] Husband is asking the boys who their favorite Star Wars character is. OldestOne: “Luke Skywalker!” MiddleOne: “Darth Vader!” We are so doomed.

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I am thankful I did not kill anybody

[this post has been back-dated] Thanksgiving recap: We are hosting. There are going to be 6 adults and 4 children, total. People are planning to arrive at 1:30 pm. Wednesday night I feel horrible, and crawl into bed at 7:30 … Continue reading

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Don’t Drink and Bake

[this post has been back-dated] Tuesday night did not go as planned. Mel became the latest victim of the plague Xavier has been spreading, so it was just me and the kids. Oh, and my bottle of 24% proof brandy … Continue reading

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You Are Getting Sleepy….

Today was our parent-teacher meeting at OldestOne’s school. I am always slightly terrified of the meetings (“What if the teachers hate my kid? What if the teachers hate me? What if my kid is an unholy terror? What if I … Continue reading

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That Time of the Month

Yup, it’s haircut time for the menfolk! Armed with my trusty Wahl trimmer with attachments #4 (for the boys) and #6 (for the Husband), I have commenced the shearing. There was a distinct lack of enthusiasm, but once candy was … Continue reading

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Occasional Cuteness and Other Weekend Musings

This morning, Sergey walked into our bedroom and announced, “Look, shirt pants!” He put his legs into the sleeves of his shirt, making the aforementioned shirt into pants. We were amused. We ended up splitting kid care this weekend. On … Continue reading

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So not surprised

Today at gymnastics, the boys got pieces of paper with the next class they should take. MiddleIOne moved up a level. OldestOne is staying where he was. I wonder how the new schedule will work out. And I can’t figure … Continue reading

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The Green-Eyed Monster

[this post has been back-dated] I have been so jealous of other people lately. I know I should be focusing on all the good things I have, but instead all I can see is what I lack. I am jealous … Continue reading

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Eau de Vomit

Tonight was our Thursday Group Night with Eric, Shannon, and their kids. Since Thursdays are also Bill’s all-day-meetings-no-idea-when-he-will-get-home day, the responsibility for cooking has fallen onto my shoulders. Are you as afraid as I am? You should be. I got … Continue reading

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AllAboutRomance.com’s Top 100 Romances, November 2007

[this post has been post-dated] All About Romance polls its readers to determine the Top 100 Romances. 2010 poll just closed; in my typical disorganized fashion, I forgot to submit a list, but I can’t wait to see the results. … Continue reading

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