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SNAFU-ed in Hawaii
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SNAFU-ed in Hawaii

After a week of foul weather on the island, my husband and I were “involuntarily downgraded” (bumped) from our red-eye… Continue reading SNAFU-ed in Hawaii

Book Report: Hang on for a great ride
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Book Report: Hang on for a great ride

Its ambition—a woven tale spanning over 150 years and diverse points of view is beautifully rendered. Three fictional characters tie the true story of Lexington, a very famous, very real racehorse together across time. Continue reading Book Report: Hang on for a great ride

A perfect birthday cake
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A perfect birthday cake

When I was young and still at home with my parents, my mom would ask what I wanted for my … Continue reading A perfect birthday cake

Is procrastination all that bad?
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Is procrastination all that bad?

Depends on the task. Continue reading Is procrastination all that bad?

What language do you wish you could speak?
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What language do you wish you could speak?

Spanish, definitely. Continue reading What language do you wish you could speak?

What song speaks to you and why?
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What song speaks to you and why?

Its poignancy gets me every single time. Perhaps because in 1986 when the movie came out my daughters were growing up way too fast. I could see a time when they would be gone from home and be literally somewhere out there. Continue reading What song speaks to you and why?

How do you show love?
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How do you show love?

I missed a few of the daily Bloganuary challenges because I was involved in 5-Day Profit Challenge, learning more about … Continue reading How do you show love?

What’s irritates me about my house?
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What’s irritates me about my house?

What bothers me today is definitely the snow-pack–now ice-pack–on our huge north facing deck. And the temps aren’t helping. Even … Continue reading What’s irritates me about my house?

Do you have a memory that’s linked to a smell?
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Do you have a memory that’s linked to a smell?

That fragrant box evokes such strong memories that I may have to keep it just so I can open it now and then for a sniff. Continue reading Do you have a memory that’s linked to a smell?

What fear have I conquered?
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What fear have I conquered?

I think we’ve already established I’m not a brave person. You won’t catch me bungy-jumping, skydiving, or downhill skiing, but… … Continue reading What fear have I conquered?

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