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If you've been reading my blog for any length of time you know that I'm not from around here.  I grew up in Minnesota, not Texas, but I have lived here for 20 years.   When I first moved to the great state of Texas I discovered all sorts of things that are different from where I was raised.  The Texas drawl and it's … [Read more...]

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A cool front finally blew through so now I'm really getting inspired to decorate for fall. In addition, I have this lovely candle burning and it's really getting me in the spirit!  My daughter and I found it at Bath & Body works.  We had some coupons so I got it for half price!   It has a fantastic aroma and it … [Read more...]

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We had a crazy busy week at our house. Just as we were getting settled in to our school routine, my son began Cross Country (the long distance running team) after school.  He now has practice every day until 5 p.m. and they are averaging 2-3 miles of running per practice.  In addition, he plays on a year-round soccer team (that is not … [Read more...]

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Sometimes you just have to savor the little things in life and this week I took special note of a few things that made my day a little brighter. The other morning when I was in the shower I realized just how much I love this particular part of my morning routine -- most especially using this stuff: It's L'Occitane's Almond Shower Oil. … [Read more...]

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Life is slowly getting back to normal now that the chaos of our kitchen remodel is over.   School starts in just over a week so we're feeling the call of the hustle and bustle -- getting school supplies, new clothes and attending important orientation meetings for MIDDLE SCHOOL! I can't believe my oldest is going in to the 7th … [Read more...]