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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.

Of Potty Training and Penises

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Shoes

My friend Amy and I try to get together every month or so sans kids to catch up.  During these visits we invariably talk of our children.  Awhile back I told her a funny potty training story about Carter that … Continue reading →

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Winter Break is Going to Break Me

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Shoes

What do you do when it is only day two of a two week winter break and the kids are already driving you crazy?  Wait.  Do weekends count as days during winter break?  I think they should so let me … Continue reading →

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Fat Santa

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Shoes

Cody is worried that Santa eats too much fudge. cody:  Momma, why is Santa so fat?  Why does he eat so much fudge?  It is not very good for his teeth. me:  Well, Santa enjoys his cookies and fudge.  You … Continue reading →

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Simple Sunday – Forgotten Fence

Posted on December 18, 2011 by Shoes
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Conserving Energy

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Shoes

About two weeks ago we decked our halls (we only have one hall, but the word ‘halls’ sounds better here), fireplace mantle, living room, kitchen, and bedrooms with Christmas lights.  Carter was a bit disappointed that we did not string … Continue reading →

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Normalize

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Shoes

Today is a day for normalize; for routine.  I have washed dishes.  I have washed, dried, folded, and put away laundry with the humming of the washer in the background to remind me there is more to come.  I have … Continue reading →

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My WordPress Therapy – Session Two

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Shoes

It was mention of the toenail trimming that made me finally loose it. Not seeing my dad in restraints. Not watching my dad thrash uncontrollably. Not the expressions on his face nor the noises he made, grunting and half words. … Continue reading →

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Simple Sunday – Happy Dogs in Subaru

Posted on December 11, 2011 by Shoes
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A Week of Awards

Posted on December 9, 2011 by Shoes

My gosh.  The Versatile Blogger Award, for me?  Why thank you!  I was greatly surprised to find out that Heatherbell over at Patchwork Of Life had nominated me for The Versatile Blogger Award just shortly after I had received The … Continue reading →

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My Attempt at Gourmet Baking

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Shoes

I am a nervous cook. I read and reread a recipe ad nauseum.  I set out the required ingredients before I start.  I am more that a bit compulsive.  Seriously people, I was well into my 20s before I stopped … Continue reading →

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