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Category Archives: Rants & Raves
Beautiful Connecticut
One of the first things people say when I tell them I live in Connecticut is “Oh Connecticut is (or I’ve heard that Connecticut is) B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L!” I always hesitate for a second and answer -er, yes.” Why the hesitation? Well, … Continue reading
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Spring Thaw
Today is what my Daddy would call the Spring Thaw. You know those few days in Feb. when the sun shines and it’s warm – it’s going to be in the mid to high 50′s and sunny here the next … Continue reading
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Beads
Tuesday -as we all know- was Mardi Gras. When I was younger this included a night out with lots of drinks, crazy fun and maybe a few beads. These days my fun comes from laughing at two little girls who … Continue reading
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Budding artist and Master Reader
Or that’s how we see them as parents. Sadie’s masterpiece from this past weekend: Ellie read to Sadie’s and one of the other classes at Sadie’s school. What did she read you ask? There’s a Bird on Your Head by … Continue reading
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Home again and a huge Thank You
We made it home yesterday and have been trying to do any and everything to keep Ellie down. Whew, it’s not easy and we were told that she was supposed to be calm and quiet until at least Friday. Good … Continue reading
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I’m a Diva
Well one of Lisa Klypas’ diva’s at least. If you have never heard of Lisa Klypas she is a romance writer. One of my favorite in fact. (Yup I admit it, I like to read romance. Light fluffy books that … Continue reading
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More of the holiday
A few more pics from our visit to Roanoke. Ellie was sick and since Ken was in Chicago at a conference we decided to extend our visit in Roanoke. We had a little bit of fresh air at the park … Continue reading
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Starting to bake
After chasing the kiddos around trying to get the perfect picture I decided I deserved a treat. I made double chocolate cupcakes (I used this amazing recipe http://www.bakedperfection.com/2011/12/chocolate-cupcakes-with-vanilla.html) and my buttercream which I kicked up a notch with some peppermint. Boy … Continue reading
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Curry
Nothing like a Manchester layover with MJ and the whole crew going out for a yummy curry to remind me why I love my job. (Leave it to me to take pictures of the food but not the crew.)
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I love…
that something you knit can last forever! This is the sweater my Nanny-Poo (my Grandmother) in England made for me to many years ago now to mention. All these years later, my girls are still able to wear it. Makes … Continue reading
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