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I Took my Sons Out for a Traditional Christmas Shopping Weekend
Dear Friends, This past Saturday, my boys and I did something that we never, ever do–we went to the stores to do our Christmas shopping. Every year I shop online, mostly through Amazon, because it’s easier and they usually have… Continue reading
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Unwind After Holiday Shopping with a Long Soak in the Tub
Thanksgiving is over, the metric ton of food we’ve all consumed has settled, and Black Friday and Small Business Saturday are here! I don’t partake in Black Friday shopping, but I will be out and about tomorrow for Small Business Saturday… Continue reading
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A Week in the Life: Balancing Obligations and Fun
Dear Friends, If there is one piece of advice I could give you based on my life in recent weeks, it’s this–obligations are a part of life. They can’t be avoided. But to keep from losing your mind and getting… Continue reading
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It’s October, the Best and Most Beautiful Month of the Year
Hello Friends, Once upon a time, I was a pumpkin farmer. Okay, that was a slight exaggeration intended for dramatic effect…but really, I used to grow pumpkins. A lot of pumpkins. About half an acre or so, just for myself… Continue reading
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September Tomatoes and the End of 2018 Gardening
Hello Friends! I cut the last of my sunflowers and some Zinnias last weekend, and I realized my growing season has reached its end. The time has come to clear the Zinnias and plant the perennials I bought for the… Continue reading




