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Tag Archives: Life
Simple Sunday – A Wish for Soup
I was home sick from work Friday. This means that on Thursday night I had to: put in for a guest teacher, write sub plans (giving as clear of directions as I could in my feverish state on all the … Continue reading
Surprise Catch
The dogs were a tumbleweed of black fur as I opened the door to let them in. They had been outside to take care of their business and were eager to start their day, eager for their breakfast. Sasha whipped … Continue reading
Posted in Furry Feet (and fish)
Tagged Dogs, Flat Coat Retriever, Humor, Life, Pets, Success
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Simple Sunday – Not so Extreme Weather
We were treated to a bit of rain, clouds, and cold this weekend in Phoenix, AZ. Don’t feel too bad for us, however, because while parts of our country are suffering with extreme temperatures this also happened to us over … Continue reading
Posted in Simple Sunday
Tagged Desert living, Kids, Life, Pets, Phoenix, Simple sunday, Swimming
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Simple Sunday – Fresh Squeezed
Nothing quite like using fresh squeezed grapefruit juice to make a margarita on a sunny day. Even better, the citrus was given to us from one of our neighbors. Cheers!
Simple Sunday – Necessary Dining Room Table Items
On our dining room table can always be found several items. We’ve got your typical salt and pepper shakers, napkin holder, and sugar bowl, with a candle for mood lighting. We also have the more atypical salt alternative and the … Continue reading
Posted in Simple Sunday
Tagged Family, Humor, Kids, Life, Math, Parenting, Simple sunday
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Lost Day
Yesterday was a lost day, meaning that I went to bed Tuesday evening at 9 p.m. and did not wake up again until yesterday around 3 p.m. I’m not sure what it was that drug me down into the depths … Continue reading
Not Another Post About New Years Resolutions?!?
When asked if I make resolutions for the New Year, I will tell you that no, I do not. But that is not entirely truthful. I do reflect on the year gone past and consider actions I can take to … Continue reading
Posted in Random Thoughts
Tagged Family, Life, Love, New Years, New Years Resolutions, Thoughts
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Be Careful What You Wish For
The last week of school before winter break can be a tough one if you are a school teacher. Most the students are excited about the upcoming holidays and the time off school. There is a sense of waiting that … Continue reading
Posted in Being a Teacher
Tagged Explorers, Humor, Learning, Life, Research, Students, Teaching, Third Grade
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On how we got a Christmas Cockroach
Easley’s Fun Shop, an iconic family owned costume store here in Phoenix, is closing it’s doors after a good long run of 72 years. Cody and Carter are very aware of this and have been for some time. (Both boys … Continue reading
Posted in Random Thoughts
Tagged Children, Christmas, Christmas Cockroach, Cockroaches, Family, Humor, Kids, Life, Parenting
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Simple Sunday – It’s a Dog’s Life
Sasha, lovin’ life as only a dog can.
