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i wish…

I love this.  I found it on Pinterest this morning and it certainly applies to writing.  Looking back after writing many, many books, I know this is true. But I wasn’t looking for writing inspiration on Pinterest this morning.  I … Continue reading →

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never too old for oreos

My darling daughter turned 34 today, so for her birthday party Sunday I made this cake, from a blog called Inspired by Charm. I saw it on Pinterest and it looked so good I had to try.  I have zero cake … Continue reading →

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can you see me now?

Okay, you all know I went to Austin City Limits Moody Theater last Wednesday night to see Trisha Yearwood. A funny thing happened on the way to the show… Midway up the long flight of outdoor stairs to the entrance, … Continue reading →

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tim’s vermeer

Here’s a review of the documentary we saw Wednesday in Austin.  Fascinating documentary!  We loved it! From Nuvo: Tim’s Vermeer: How’d he paint that? by Ed Johnson-Ott click to enlarge Imagine having the time and resources to pursue any question that … Continue reading →

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trisha: the concert update

Notes from the show: Six rows from the stage at Austin City Limits, that’s where I was. Not an “old married boomers” crowd, but “thirty-somethings” Girls Night Out amidst the date-night couples. She sang from 8:15 pm until 10:05 PM. … Continue reading →

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trisha yearwood in two hours!

We went to the movies downtown today, but that’s another blog post (hint: the movie, a documentary, was phenomenal!).  I led the guys (Banjo Man and Son #2) down the wrong staircase and instead of going to the parking garage … Continue reading →

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to tell the truth…

To tell the truth…my computer has a virus and has slowed to an almost impossibly slow speed. To tell the truth…I am using my son’s computer right now. I want to tell you that I have not been blogging because: … Continue reading →

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feeling the lap steel love

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grand budapest hotel

If you liked “Moonrise Kingdom” you’ll probably like this one, too. Or not… Banjo Man was really excited to see this. I had to wait several days before I could find tickets for the show. It was sold out every … Continue reading →

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it’s not all about the music

Banjo Man stocked up on his favorite skin cream while here in Austin. He also has made several trips to HEB for pork dumplings and dark chocolate. Having soft skin makes him hungry.

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