On March 31, 2006 the Department of Defense announced the death of an airman who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom. Tech. Sgt. Walter M. Moss Jr., 37, of Houston, Texas, was killed in the explosion of an improvised explosive device while conducting safing operations in the vicinity of Baghdad, Iraq on March 29. As...
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The other day the 4 year old was singing a song she made up. The 18 year old was amused and asked her about it. The 4 year old explained: “I just had that song stuck in my ear.”
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Genesis 1:22
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Busy day today! My family had a huge anniversary bash to celebrate my husband’s and my 20th anniversary, as well as the 5th, 10th, and 15th anniversaries of several other couples in our family. Thankfully the party was at my sister’s. So much more relaxing for me– and their place was great for a...
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I’ve got a new post up at Larger Families: Affording the Good Stuff. Commenting over there, as always, is strongly encouraged! (grin)
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Shannon at Rocks in My Dryer is asking for Laundry Drama. This may not be actual drama, but here’s what my 14 year old found at the bottom of the washer after ONE load yesterday. I also wanted to mention Mel’s great blog The Amazing Shrinking Mom. I’ve been getting a lot of encouragement...
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Mir over at Want Not (I love this blog!) is talking about bookcases today. My advice about the bookshelves? Marry a woodworker. My hubby built an awesome floor to ceiling built-in bookcase in my boys’ bedroom behind their bedroom door. The top shelf goes above the closet and spans the entire wall. It is...
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An errand to buy vacuum bags reminded me of the story of our Kirby vacuum cleaner. I thought you might like to hear how a tightwad like me ended up with such an expensive vacuum cleaner. Our first vacuum was a thrift store find, $20 if I remember correctly. It lasted through 3 apartments...
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