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Tag Archives: Childhood
The App Of The Future…I Can See It Now
I am as blind as a bat, and have been for a long time. Thank goodness for contact lenses; most of the time when I’m banging into stuff it’s just because I’m clumsy, not because I’m blind. I guess that’s … Continue reading
Who Am I And Why Am I Here?
This weekend I was tasked with writing a one paragraph bio for the back cover and online listing of my book. I know I claim to be a writer, but this was one tough assignment. I grabbed dozens of books and … Continue reading
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Tagged Animals, Business, Career, Childhood, Culture, Exercise, Family, Irreverent
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What Does The Rocket Scientist Say?
My friend visited recently with her adorable little baby. As I was entertaining the baby while mom went to the restroom I started pointing to the animals on her bib and saying “that’s a lion!” “that’s an elephant,” etc. And … Continue reading
What’s Cookin’
Years and years ago Dan claimed he didn’t know how to cook. I can hold my own but most of our meals ended up coming from Olive Garden (no, not proud of that) or out of a Kellogg’s box because … Continue reading
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Tagged Career, Celebrity, Childhood, Culture, Diet, Family, Humor, Marriage, Television
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Sure They’re Cute At First…
When Dan and I bought our first home back in the dark ages, we were just like any other first time homeowners; broke. We were also really excited about our townhouse, which we thought was just perfect, and it was … Continue reading
Just Ducky
For the last 15 months I’ve worked on the planning committee for the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Annual Conference. The long awaited conference was April 14-17, and I’m left with a bittersweet feeling of relief because it’s over and … Continue reading
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Tagged Animals, Business, Career, Childhood, Culture, Humor, Social
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Happy Birthday Aubrey!
Today is the anniversary of when I first became an Aunt. I held Aubrey when she was just a few hours old. Her skin was still translucent; she was warm and snuggly and tiny and smelled good and I’d never … Continue reading
Two Musketeers And An Annoying Sister
You know, it wasn’t always easy growing up as the youngest, and only girl in the family. My brother CJ is 8 years older than me, and my brother Barry is 5 years older. They called me Brat for so … Continue reading
The Great Cookie Catastrophe of 2013
What a wonderful time of the year. I’m still gnawing on stale Day-After- Valentine’s candy, Cadbury Crème Eggs have already hit the shelves, and Girl Scout cookie season is in full force. On my personal food pyramid, Thin Mints are … Continue reading
Cousin Dan: Stupid People Tricks
As I documented in my January 3 posting, Uncle Cousin and Aunt Neurotic, Dan has a split personality. Not just getting in touch with his inner child, but acting like his inner child; he has delighted kids and terrified adults for … Continue reading