Monthly Archives: May 2010

Grab a Tonka and let’s play

I drove past a construction site today and felt a longing in my heart when I saw the great big piles of dirt and sand. I just wanted to stop my car and grab a Tonka truck. I am a … Continue reading

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Oh, the places we’ll go

Over a year ago, I happened to be in the choir room at Murray County Central when choral director Chad Felton mentioned a possible trip to Washington D.C. the following summer. I have never had the opportunity to visit our … Continue reading

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I’m thinking 42

I almost forgot about it. In my quest to locate some court documents, read legalese-laden appellate court decisions and deal with silly little newspaper stuff, I almost did not realize the significance of today’s date. Happy Towel Day, everyone. Towel … Continue reading

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Cruising in the Fury

Quite often on a summer afternoon, my husband and I will go for a Fury cruise. We jump into our 1968 Fury III and cruise the neighborhood, often accompanied by our dog Jeffrey. Sunday afternoon we decided to take a … Continue reading

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Bzzzzzzz…..

I am not afraid of snakes or mice or other things that skitter and slither around. I am not intimidated by cows or horses or really big dogs. I think big fat bumble bees are a pretty sight as they … Continue reading

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Way up high

I am claustrophobic (to the point that my husband automatically teases me to distract me every time we get on an elevator to-gether), but I have no fear of heights. In fact, I like being up high. Which is why … Continue reading

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Play time

Lately when I forget to bring a lunch to work (which is most of the time, I’ll admit) I’ve been buying kid meals from various fast food places. I now have an awesome collection of Ironman 2 toys and a … Continue reading

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Life without parole

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Monday it was unconstitutional to sentence a juvenile to life without parole except in cases of murder. The case involved a 17-year-old teen from Florida who was on parole for robbery when he broke into … Continue reading

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Dirty bubbles

People tend to come and go from our house all weekend, especially when the weather is nice. I think it is because we are always outside and they see us hanging out. We had several visitors this weekend, including two … Continue reading

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My Mr. Fixit and a helpful stranger

I am lucky enough to have my very own Mr. Fixit. My husband Eric can fix all sorts of things, from a snapped drum mount to a cantankerous oven. The sad thing is I totally take it for granted, to … Continue reading

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