MPM — My Blender Got Shot

November 30, 2008
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After a day of heavy eating, we were ready for lighter fare on Friday.  The kids lined up at the counter, standing on their pint-sized folding chairs, ready to marvel at the wonders of my blender as I made smoothies.  Marvel they did... at the … [Keep reading…]

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Quick Takes – Vol. 1

November 29, 2008

I found a great new place to share all of my pent-up randomness, much of which doesn't qualify for a full-blown blog post.  When you're finished with my enlightenment, head on over to Conversion Diary for a healthy dose of quick takes! Yes, I … [Keep reading…]

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Filed Under: Just for Fun

TT#3 – Choosing Thankfulness

November 26, 2008

Yes, I'm thankful for faith, family and friends.  But let's skip the ordinary litany of Thanksgiving blessings.  Here are 13 things I get to choose to be thankful for. The mountain of clothes piled on the floor, threatening to consume my girls' … [Keep reading…]

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Fireproof Your Marriage

November 25, 2008

As an early 10th anniversary gift, I promised Lance I would throw any scheduling out the window for our weekend getaway.  I lied.  Never an advocate for lying to your spouse (especially when celebrating 10 years of marriage), I had to make an … [Keep reading…]

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I Can Breathe!

November 24, 2008

Talk about saving the weekend!  If I can't breathe through my nose, I can't sleep.  No mouth breathing for me.  It just doesn't work.  When I woke up in our hotel room with a dry mouth and a completely stuffy nose at 4 a.m. last weekend, I … [Keep reading…]

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THE Pumpkin Dessert

November 24, 2008

Seems I'm not the only one with pumpkin on the brain at this time of year. As I've done some bloggy browsing over the last few weeks, various delectable versions of this dessert keep popping up. You may have seen it before, but let me entice you one … [Keep reading…]

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We Have a Handbag Winner!

November 23, 2008

Random Integer Generator Here are your random numbers: 16 JessieLeigh, you are comment #16! The SassyKlassy handbag is yours... congratulations!  Thank you, everyone, for entering my giveaway.  If you are able, do consider buying quality, … [Keep reading…]

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Menu Plan – Thanksgiving Week {Chipped Beef Chicken Casserole}

November 23, 2008

Sunday 11/23 waffle bar at the hotel (Did you know we celebrated our 10th anniversary this weekend?) homemade chicken 'n noodle soup and turkey sandwiches at mom and dad's (when we went to pick up the kids... funny how homemade food tastes so … [Keep reading…]

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Infertility: Out of the Trenches

November 21, 2008

I can be found over at JessieLeigh's Parenting the Tiniest of Miracles today, sharing an overview of our battle with infertility.  There is much more to say, but I simply can't fit it all into one post!  While you're there, stick around for … [Keep reading…]

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Filed Under: Gratitude, Healthy Habits