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protecting the hood

  Star Wars: it’s in the blood.

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count the babies

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mother’s day music

Bruce Bishop and Beth Pedersen play every Sunday afternoon in downtown Hope. And even on Mother’s Day! I spent the afternoon listening to great music with Dancing Mandolin Player and her Boyfriend Bob. We ate banana bread and enjoyed the … Continue reading →

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waiting for summer

I spent a couple of hours on the beach yesterday. It was warm enough, with a sweatshirt on, to bask in the sun and enjoy the quiet.   As you can see, the lake is still low and there is … Continue reading →

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waiting for a ride

This is what going to town for a music lesson looks like. I forgot to pack a tote bag, so that plastic grocery bag you see is holding all of my music. Dancing Mandolin Player has been driving me to … Continue reading →

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after a long day in the air

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leavin’ on a jet plane

I have 89,015 things to do before I leave home tomorrow.   1.  Change the lowest string on my guitar to a different weight. 2.  Unpack the Ipod and make friends with it. 3.  Somehow transfer all the music I … Continue reading →

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early mother’s day gift

Sarge called this afternoon.  He wanted me to watch this video on you tube.  And he wanted to say he loved me. Okay, I’m crying. Sarge and I have been through a lot together.  I’m very proud of him.  

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a work in progress

Bakers beware.  These are dairy-free, sugar-free, gluten-free muffins.  Translation:  not much flavor. But they’re healthy, and much better for you than packaged protein bars. I tried this recipe, “Get Up and Go Muffins” from Spoonful of Sugar’s blog.  I adapted them … Continue reading →

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waiting for the fox

Banjo Man and I have a new morning routine:  we wait for the fox. He is a big, fluffy, energetic fellow who trots down our driveway between 7:30 and 8:30.  I didn’t know that foxes could be that big, but … Continue reading →

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