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go ahead and shuffle
When I was a kid, my Great Aunt Laurabelle had one of these. The family was big into playing Canasta and everyone knows you have to have a card shuffler if you’re playing Canasta. She was a fun, loving, generous … Continue reading
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catching up post thanksgiving
The Funny Grandson’s great-grandmother gave him an early Christmas present when he arrived in RI and visited her at her assisted living apartment. Don’t they look happy to be together? We thought he’d want to dive right into that Lego … Continue reading
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root beer and pancakes
It’s good to be a grandmother, especially when my daughter-in-law says, “He can eat anything he wants!” and believes that grandmothers should be allowed to spoil their grandsons. I’m very good at that. It’s one of my super powers. So … Continue reading
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last day and 48 years
Banjo Man and I have been married 48 years as of today. Amazing. Where did the years go? I don’t feel old enough to be married 48 years!! We celebrated by sitting on the screened porch this afternoon, eating apple … Continue reading
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return to blogging
I can’t believe it has been almost a month since I’ve posted anything on the blog. And I have so much to say!!! The reason I’ve been silent? Well, the Funny Grandson has been here since June 23 and I … Continue reading
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ready for mother’s day
The Funny Grandson has once again pulled at my heart strings and made me laugh–at the same time. Check out the sign he picked out for me. And his mom told me he had to have one for himself, because … Continue reading
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friday morning tournament
We’ve had blueberry pancakes at the Magnolia Cafe and now it’s time for a little friendly competition. One competitor is almost 77 and the other is 7. The matches are very close. Root beer floats will be served later. To … Continue reading
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day in, night out in austin
One of our favorite blues men, Johnny Nicholas, was playing at our favorite bar, the Saxon Pub, last night. Will and I planned to be there. Of course. Johnny no longer does the Wednesday Happy Hour, so when he does appear … Continue reading
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oh, baby
Approximately 36 women showed up to celebrate the future arrival of a new baby in town. Several people told me this was the biggest baby shower they had ever been to in their life. Oh, my goodness. We partied! Baby … Continue reading
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what’s happening around here
Take a wild guess. Yes, it’s a baby shower! Dancing Mandolin Player is expecting a new grandchild and this baby will grow up right here in our little town. And the ladies of our town are coming together to celebrate. … Continue reading
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