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Adam’s first real vacuuming.

Later he told me to get out of the way ” I’m working here!” (Feeling a mix of happy and guilty since I’ve told him that before and hearing it reflected back sounds kinda harsh. )

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Every year – every dang year

I promise myself I’ll cut back on gifts for Adam. This year it was less but still went a bit overboard. Not anything big since we already have a bike and a scooter so it’s not a pricey year. Budget … Continue reading

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Why yes, I have an original Mark Holmes

I received this heartfelt and personal gift that I still admire, after all these years and homes. Thanks for the amazing gift Mark.

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Zane’s Family Christmas Cookies

Zane’s Family Christmas Cookies from childhood. Ingredients: • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon baking powder • 1 1/2 cups shortening (or softened butter) • 1 cup granulated sugar • 1 egg • 2 tablespoons milk • 1 … Continue reading

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Adobe Style

My posting habit needs to be re-established. Yesterday was my first day at Adobe. After almost a year at Walmart, this great option came along. It was interesting for a first day and I’m feeling challenged; excited and a tad … Continue reading

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Make mine a double

Around the corner from the beach house is the Vintage Cottage estate furniture store – this may be dangerous. Welcome to the newest addition to the house – a double bow front dresser. I’ve wanted one for years to replace … Continue reading

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That feeling when you lock the front door, step outside, close door and realize the keys are inside.

Three weeks in the new house and I haven’t hidden the key and the dog doors are not in. Ugh. The locksmith tools broke off in the lock so we had to break the nob off. Their replacement locks are … Continue reading

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My happiest moment(s) today

1) Mowing our just-small-enough lawn a.k.a. Poopoo Land for the first time. 2) a short walk on a long pier

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Leaving the Pink Palace for our new home.

What a great morning leaving the city and our temp house.

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First track in the new house

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