From the monthly archives:

August 2008

…but you can’t take Michigan out of the boy. It was 81 degrees on Monday but Paul insisted on wearing his favorite camouflage turtleneck. Opening day of deer season is a big deal in Michigan – it is not uncommon for local businesses (and even some schools) throughout the state to take the day off. [...]

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It’s my second week of living in San Diego (or Sand Diego as Megan called it). Here are a few of my likes and dislikes thus far. Likes Beaches Early morning walks (morning person + early daylight = happy Kristen) Gorgeous sunsets Pretty plants & flowers Laid-back SoCal attitude Warm days, cool nights Catching the [...]

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Megan’s Travels with Stoney journal. Not bad for a seven year old. I love getting a glimpse into Megan’s head – unfortunately this is the one and only entry that Megan made during her five day cross-country road trip with dad. Too much corn on the trip. the sine on my window said going to [...]

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I couldn’t believe my eyes. I was pushing my cart through the grocery store on Tuesday night when I spotted a can of Nestle Milo. My first instinct was to call my sister to reminisce. Never mind that it was after 11 p.m. in Michigan. Gwen and I were raised on Milo (our parents were [...]

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I’ve had a lot to say since the move – but no Internet access to say it with. The cable guy came today and now I’m back in business. But since it is nearing 1:00 a.m. I should probably go to bed. I leave you with Megan’s video tour of the new house. Try not [...]

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Have you heard of Jishaku? As I was packing up the house last week a package arrived in the mail. Inside was a game called Jishaku. Jishaku proved to be the ultimate distraction for keeping my kids entertained while I tended to last minute packing details. The word Jishaku is Japanese for magnet. This simple [...]

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