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The other night, Charlie and I were sitting out on the deck. Dinner was finished and the kids were doing the dishes. So we were just chillaxing. But after we’d been there 4-5 minutes, things started falling on us. At first I thought it was rain, because it was SUPPOSED to rain all day but [...]

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Edna St. Vincent Millay Last Thursday I finally finished unpacking Abby’s room – from our move in June. The girl just has too many toys. They stayed in boxes for a long time because we hadn’t figured out where to store them. That morning, I woke up with a plan, and after two hours, I’d [...]

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When I saw this post title on Bit Rebels, I assumed it was going to be about how difficult women are to live with or some such nonsense. So I was glad to see that the photo collection that follows told the REAL truth about why guys die sooner: because they do some stupid stuff. [...]

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I was gonna say that this has been a busy week, but then I always say that. So I’ll just tell you that it’s been a distracting week. I have to leave it at that for now. Anyway, since I’m already distracted, let me tell you about some stuff that makes me happy. Things I [...]

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I had a dream about a badger last night. Okay, the dream was not entirely badger-centric. But there was a badger in it. Something about how a badger was the only animal smart enough to climb over a fence or something. Then I climbed it, which proved that I was at least as smart as [...]

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Thirty-two years ago today, my parents exchanged vows. And they’ve been perfect partners ever since. So in their honor, I present, A Soul Train Anniversary!

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This year our church is doing an Advent Calendar online (on our Facebook page). Which is cool in and of itself. But today’s entry on the calendar is especially cool. In fact, it’s so cool, it’s fresh. And not just any fresh — figgy-figgy fresh! Enjoy (but be prepared to wait awhile for the video [...]

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If you’ve read here for awhile, you might have seen comments from my ONE child who reads everything I write: Hannah. (She keeps me honest.) Well, she had an experience last week that just BEGGED to be shared, and she happily offered to write it up for YOU. So I’m honored to introduce to you [...]

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Tonight is the first night of Hanukkah, so it seems appropriate to celebrate it in song. By the way, when I heard this version of this song on the radio, I almost barfed. Neil Diamond trying to channel Adam Sandler? Ick. HOWEVER… I have to admit that the video is kinda sweet. Happy Hanukkah, Y’all! [...]

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