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Life in Ten Lessons

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While taking photos of the kitchen remodel of our rent house, I dropped — and broke — our camera. That was about three months ago. The camera has been sitting in New Jersey at the Fuji repair depot for at least two months while we've tried to decide: fix or replace. Hem. Haw. ... View Post

Back When the Words Flowed Like Wine

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Actually, in my college days, the words flowed waaaaay more than the wine — to which anyone who knew me in college can attest. Lately, I found myself wondering: was I really any good as a young writer? In my current state of momnesia, I can only just remember the days when I could sit down ... View Post

Blog, Redux

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The road to hell is paved with good intentions," my mother often says. That sums up my blogging history quite neatly. Blogging was supposed to be a fun diversion (read: "procrastination tool") that helped me keep in touch with family and friends while sharing a few tidbits from our daily grind. ... View Post

The 3rd Anniversary of My 29th Birthday

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off the day with bible study, as per usual Friday schedule, followed by trip to bakery for bread (organic 12-grain) and gourmet lunch at home with kids (grilled cheese). Naptime. Blissful silence ensues, to be interrupted all too soon by wakefulness and playtime. Arrival of husband. Discussion ... View Post