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About Shoes

I am an elementary school teacher, a former microbiologist, a mom to a herd of two boys, and a grilled cheese sandwich and beer connoisseur.

Simple Sunday – Little Visitor, Large Feather

Posted on June 27, 2021 by Shoes

While watering my backyard herbs, this little guy decided to visit and critique my actions. He does not look terribly impressed. Or perhaps he was there to let me know that the humming bird feeder was low. I found this … Continue reading →

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Fur Friday – Summer Reading

Posted on June 25, 2021 by Shoes

James likes to snuggle while reading, recognizing the social aspect of the activity. He enjoys the sarcastic and often anthropomorphic wit of Gary Larson’s Far Side cartoons. Sasha, also a connoisseur of comics, enjoys old school newspaper comics, sometimes napping … Continue reading →

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Sealed with a Heart

Posted on June 24, 2021 by Shoes

A week ago I wrote a letter to Carter. His Boy Scout troop had reservations for a week long camping trip up by the rim, near Payson. He had not left yet at the time of my letter writing, they … Continue reading →

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Pocketful of (Old Person) Candy

Posted on June 22, 2021 by Shoes

“Mom, that is old person candy,” proclaimed Cody as I was happily showing off my latest addition to our dining room – a candy dish. In an effort to create a clutter-free space, I had reorganized some furniture, in the … Continue reading →

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Simple Sunday – Happy Father’s Day Husband!

Posted on June 20, 2021 by Shoes
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Fur Friday – Cat Camo

Posted on June 18, 2021 by Shoes

Finding just the right background to fade into – Cat-ouflage. Chloe cleverly utilizes the colors and textures of our voluminous bathmat, carefully aligning herself with the multitone stripes. Leia chooses the quiet, out of the way spaces of empty dining … Continue reading →

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Dave & Busters (with a side of nude Burt Reynolds)

Posted on June 17, 2021 by Shoes

To support Carter’s Boy Scout Troop, we purchased a coupon card from him, as did several of our neighbors (thanks, neighbors!). It was one of those cards full of discounts, most of which you will never use and you fully … Continue reading →

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Cooler than Yesterday

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Shoes

Even in the summer, especially in the summer, Husband and I get up early and walk the dogs. We were more than half way through our two mile walk this morning and I was dragging. The sun was clawing its’ … Continue reading →

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Simple Sunday – Get Back to the Nest, Little One!

Posted on June 13, 2021 by Shoes

Papa Quail was most displeased to find his little one out of the nest and away from the protection of the bush at the base of our mesquite trees. Photo credit to Husband

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Fur Friday – Pay Attention to Me!

Posted on June 11, 2021 by Shoes

This is the look I get when I brush my teeth but James wants me to hold him instead.

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