Tag Archives: lifestyle

No, YOU’RE a Turkey!

Posted on November 15, 2015 by joey

Last night as we drove home, I said, “I’m getting excited for twinkly lights.” The Mister did not appreciate this comment. He promptly told me to shut my face. Sassy told me I should only be thinking about Thanksgiving dinner. … Continue reading →

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One-Liner Wednesday — On Censorship

Posted on October 7, 2015 by joey

When presented with objection to my children listening to certain songs, I said, “If Moo announces her presence by sayin, ‘Yo motherfuckers, what’s up?’ then I may consider censorship.” One-Liner Wednesday is brought to you by LindaGHill

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Nourishment

Posted on September 8, 2015 by joey

Although my social media accounts would lead you to believe I disappeared over the weekend, I really only went up Chicago-Way to visit with HME. The benefits of visiting HME are always too many to list, but I will do my … Continue reading →

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Stuff I Know

Posted on August 30, 2015 by joey

The Mister and I have this crazy idea that the goal of rearing children is to create productive adult citizens who help make the world a better place. As people send their kids off to college for the first time … Continue reading →

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Dimmer. Dimmer Still.

Posted on August 25, 2015 by joey

After commenting on Dan’s post at No Facilities today, he reminded me I’ve mentioned the battle of the lights over here at my house. I’ve alluded to it, but never written about it. About his wife, Dan wrote, “Turning a light on … Continue reading →

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State Fair Happiness, Funnel Cakes Sold Separately

Posted on August 21, 2015 by joey

I need to give you an impression of the size of the Indiana State fair. It’s 250 acres, a million square feet of stuff. There are many larger state fairs, but Indiana’s is big. One can easily spend the entire … Continue reading →

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Anxiety — When It’s Time to Go

Posted on July 16, 2015 by joey

Before we left for vacation, I tried to touch on the angst of anxiety disorder before a trip. I wanted to go into detail about what that’s actually like for so many of us whose brains overshoot the adrenaline. This isn’t … Continue reading →

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The Fish Face Laughs No More

Posted on July 12, 2015 by joey

If you ask my children, I am the meanest mother in the world for making them wear sunscreen and hats, but especially sunscreen. While we were in Florida, especially with my parents, I saw many versions of us. You could … Continue reading →

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SoCS — Rings

Posted on July 11, 2015 by joey

When it came time to get married, I didn’t wanna wear a ring. Like, I know it’s a thing people do, but I’ve never been a fan of rings. I’m not really a jewelry person. I’d met some people who … Continue reading →

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Silver Linings List

Posted on June 22, 2015 by joey

Some nice things happened last week, and it will be hard to top them with this week, but I will try. We finally got a second car, and you should see the looks on people’s faces when told that it’s … Continue reading →

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