How cool would it be to win a brand new X-Box 360 Elite? I could get into that. I know several boys and girls who could definitely get into that, too. Here is a contest I just learned about. It’s called the You Make My Energy Pop contest. Entering was quick and easy. Here is [...]

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It was a really nice day. Nice and mellow and relaxed. Toward the middle of the afternoon the kids decided they were going to bake a cake. I was sitting in a chair that gave me a great vantage point. I could see and hear them, yet they didn’t know I was sitting there observing [...]

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Here is a great site for any service or uniformed personnel who need uniforms. You can find 5.11 Tactical Pants as well as many other different items. From clothing, to footwear, to equipment…this site has a great selection. They also offer military/government ordering. I saw some good specials right now too, including free shipping with [...]

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…ME! Yes…I’m turning 41 today. How the heck did THAT happen??????? We have a nice weekend planned with just the family today and tomorrow my parents are coming down.? I’m looking forward to some special family time.

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With the arrival of nicer weather lately, I have been hard at work this week figuring out my kids spring and summer wardrobes. You have no idea what a task this is with 7 kids to organize! Truly monumental. One of the things I’ve started doing in recent years is utilizing the internet for shopping. [...]

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Sarah’s band teacher handed her this picture yesterday. I think this is the only picture we ended up getting from the concert. I sure look like I’m concentrating and playing beautifully…don’t I????

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Someday…I’m telling you…someday I am going to repair some of the damage wreaked on my body by my precious children. There are a lot of things that bug me even when I am in shape. I won’t go into gory detail, as I know I have a few male readers and I don’t want to [...]

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Just wanted to put this here to help keep me accountable – especially as the weekend is coming up. I have exercised every day this week and have eaten “clean” – meaning no snacks other than fruit or protein.? Nothing high fat or sweet!? Swimsuit season is fast approaching and I’m going to be ready!!

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…several weeks ago. At first it was very exciting and a bit confusing. I was there at the tail end of the Alpha testing phase, so there were still quite a few bugs they were working through while I was trying to get myself acclimated. That part was a little tough. But in the week [...]

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My mother-in-law sent this to me the other day and I wish I had read it earlier. I am not easily moved by the email stuff, but this one got me. It’s a good one. A little boy asked his mother, ‘Why are you crying?’ ‘Because I’m a woman,’ she told him. I don’t understand,’ [...]

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