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Monday Giveaway Linky: New Week Edition

Here we are at Monday again, Heroes. It’s a new week! The boys are all asleep in preparation for their week at school. I’m still not used to that. But it’s good. I’m hoping to get a lot of work done around the house this week. Just the few days...

I Sent My Kids to School Today

Heroes, today is an auspicious day. After 17 years of having children at home with me, 12 of which I was responsible for their schooling, I sent the younger two off to 8th grade at the local middle school this morning. I’ve already been asked how I feel about...

Monday Giveaway Linky – Clean Carpets Edition

Hulloooo, Heroes! I’m pleased to inform you that I am writing this post with my toes enjoying some lovely clean carpets. Hubby, his mother, and I worked ourselves like crazy yesterday and got all of the house cleaned. It smells great! I still have a lot of work...

Bacon is Always a Good Excuse

Scene: The couch…Hubby and I seated and watching television. The phone rings. (I answer) Son: garbled greeting Me: what? Son: Who is this? Me: Who is THIS?? Son: It’s your son. Me: Oh good, because this is your mother. Son: Do you mind if I stay over at a...