Monthly Archives: August 2008
Can’t Stop Crying
I am rejoicing for Jana and Michael tonight, as their long wait for a referral is finally over. It is such a comfort to me that the goodness of the Lord is seen in the land of the living tonight, … Continue reading
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First Day of Preschool
Yesterday was the first day of preschool for both of our girls. They’ve gone two days now and I can honestly say that I am so glad for both of them that they are there. Lexi was reluctant en route … Continue reading
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One Word Meme
Megan tagged me for this ages ago. So long ago, she just did another one word meme. You’re feeling: exhausted To your left: windows On your mind: to-dos Last meal included: bagel You sometimes find it hard to: move The … Continue reading
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Thanks, Publix
I had a variety of errands to do this morning, which is always tiring with two children, and I was feeling very blah in general. So the thought of running into Publix for just a few things was not exciting … Continue reading
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The Times Have Changed
I really like reading the Your __-Year-Old series every year, because in just the first 20 pages, I am usually convinced that whatever strange new phase I have been worrying about in Kate’s behavior, and calculating future therapy bills that … Continue reading
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Wisdom from Miss Bronte
“Conventionality is not morality. Self-righteousness is not religion. To attack the first is not to assail the last. To pluck the mask from the face of the Pharisee, is not to lift an impious hand to the Crown of Thorns. … Continue reading
Head’s Up for Locals
Reg’s Coffee House will have a special edition tomorrow morning from 7 a.m. to 10:05, then the new 100.5 will launch. I have no idea what the format will be, but we can only hope that leading off with Reg … Continue reading
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A Neighborhood Stroll
I took the girls on a walk tonight after dinner, to let Michael work on his homework (!) and to keep the girls contained and busy so they would not be (a) making a mess or (b) jumping on me. … Continue reading
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Thanksgiving
This week I am thankful for… 5 years of marriage. 3 states, 2 kids, 1 bungalow bought and sold. I am looking forward to plunging into our new adventures, together. Camille, for calling me Thursday and inviting me to shoot … Continue reading
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Read in July
We moved, so the reading was light. Looking for Alaska by John Green I liked this book, I really liked this book, even. Part of its allure for me was its semi-autobigraphical nature, and the fact that as a local, … Continue reading
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| Zusak
| Tickle
| Ricks
| Lupton
| Green
| Metaxas
| Wolters
