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it’s all about the tables
I’ve spent the last two days auditioning tablecloths. I know, you’re really glad you’re not here to watch the process. Kinda like watching paint dry, I’ll bet. But I take it seriously. We have two dining tables–one in the dining … Continue reading
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a banjo man success
On this miserable stormy, rainy day here in Rhode Island, I thought I’d share Banjo Man’s latest recipe. It was actually delicious. Sound the trumpets. We’ve been cleaning out cookbooks, of which I have many, having belonged to the mail-order … Continue reading
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after all these years
They’ve known each other for sixty-two years. Mary (left) is 90. My mother (right) is 92. They lived across the street from each other back in the 50’s, in the “Leave It To Beaver” era of family life. They were … Continue reading
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banjo man’s house
I often refer to the lower level of our home as “Banjo Man’s house”, because his office is downstairs. As is a bathroom. And a rapidly-improving kitchenette. Full-sized fridge (to house all of his health food products), living room, twin … Continue reading
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fifty shades of gray
No, I’m not blogging about that ridiculous book. I’m talking about paint chips, folks! Do you know how many shades of gray paint can be found at Home Depot? Between Behr and Glidden, there has to be at least sixty … Continue reading
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the end of the ugly stairs, hopefully
Here’s the guy who greeted me at the flooring store. After I pet him and told him how handsome he was, he stuck his nose in my crotch and refused to let me look at carpet. The embarrassed store owner … Continue reading
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23 days away
Thanksgiving isn’t 23 days away, but the arrival of Son #1, Amber and the Funny Grandson is. They have a week off and are flying in to spend it with us. We are so excited. This will be the first … Continue reading
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happy birthday to will
He’s right where he wants to be in July. Did you know that Will is in a video that has over 26 million hits???? Yes, 26 MILLION. Check it out. He appears at about the 1:00 minute mark. Happy Birthday, … Continue reading
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at last, thank God
Light the fireworks! Cue the band! Beat the drums and shout Hallelujah! The Cornhuskers won a game Saturday night. A massive sigh of relief was heard o’er the land. It was a stressful game. Aren’t they all? We had to … Continue reading
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