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WARNING- Highly Inappropriate!
If you have a squeamish stomach, or if you find certain topics better left in the dark, you should probably skip this week’s post. I
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A Special Bond
I grew up in a house with my parents and my younger sister. But the truth is that I also grew up next door, at
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Fifty- It’s Not for the Weak
I turned 50 on my birthday back in December. I must say, it has been quite interesting so far. My body does not really feel
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Crime Fighting in a Velvet Housecoat
I have mentioned before that I have powerful detective skills. Actually, I got an early start with those skills. My very own mother helped my
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The MOST Important Thing
I started my first teaching position in the 1995-96 school year. I taught third grade in a new town where I did not live and
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It was hilarious!
As April Fools Day approaches, I feel the need to inspire you with some ideas from my treasure trove of past pranks. I understand that
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Dunn- Best. Dog. Ever.
This handsome boy is Dunn. He lived his best dog life for thirteen years. That wonderful life came to a sad end this past Friday.
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Spring- My Second Favorite Season
It’s beginning to feel a lot like spring where I live. I have always appreciated living where we experience all four seasons. According to my
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Swan Lake- The Center
I thought I’d take it back to my reading teacher days this week. As I have mentioned before, these were my favorite years of teaching.
Battle of the Wills- The Story of My New Car
I continue to receive many requests for the true story of my new car. Perhaps it is because the story of my last new car
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WFH is not for me!
I have great admiration for those who are able to work from home successfully. I am not one of those people. During the 2020 quarantine,
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Surprising Loves
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, I thought it would be fun to reveal a few fun little secrets about myself. They will not