Childhood
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The Evolution of a Family Man
When Chris and I were dating, he didn’t have the greatest track record in the loyalty department. In high school, he was my boyfriend by title only, really. If you counted all the…
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Something Borrowed
This past weekend, Chris, Bean, and I drove up to our hometown for the wedding of one of my sister’s oldest, best friends. Even with everything that is going on, I wouldn’t have…
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Our Family is Growing!
Yes, it’s true. Our family of three just became a family of four. I’m so happy to announce the arrival of our slimy, scaly bundle of joy. I bought Bean a fish yesterday.…
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When Parents Are Married
I have tried writing this post for two days now. It’s really hard to write for a couple reasons. First, I try to make sure on my blog when I talk about problems…
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To my Big Guy on his Birthday.
Dear BeanMan, I can’t believe its been a year already. Last year when we woke up today, we were grinning from ear to ear and poking you in your mom’s belly. Your mom…
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Back to Basics
This coming Saturday, my sister, Ginny, is tying the knot in our hometown of Gulf Breeze, Florida. Since we’re here, I thought that this week I would share some of my most memorable…
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Making My First Easter Basket
At Christmas, I was so excited about my first year as Santa Claus. And I am happy to report that I seem to be just as excited about my first year as the…
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A Family Affair
This past weekend, Chris, Bean and I rode to Atlanta with my parents for two very important events. On Saturday morning, my cousin, Jake, had his Eagle Scout ceremony and then later that…
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Wait. Am I a Nerd?
The news that this humble blog has been nominated for a Bloggie Award for Best Weblog of the Year (have you voted? Go vote! (did ya see what I did right there? my…
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Giveaway: Traditions and Shtuff
To me, the holidays are about traditions. And presents. And fudge. But mostly about traditions. In my family, my Mom’s Christmas village is a tradition that I love. …