Have I mentioned before that I like to cook? Oh, I haven’t? I like to cook. And bake. I’ve also probably mentioned (a thousand times) that I like to try new recipes. I’d say that I try, on average, three or four new recipes per week. But I also want to be the person who has a good arsenal of…
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Sean Griswold’s Head by Lindsey Leavitt
Sean Griswold’s Head reminded me of some of Janette Rallison’s books (part light-hearted, part serious, a sweet romance, and some parts that made me laugh outloud). Definitely one of the more fun YA books I’ve read in a while. sean griswold’s head by lindsey leavitt Payton is devastated when she finds out that her dad (a lifelong basketball player and…
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Maisie Dobbs by Jacqueline Winspear
This story of a female private investigator, Maisie Dobbs, putting her life back together after her experiences in France as a nurse during WWI was a fun and quick read, with a main character I really came to love. How have I completely missed this series? They been enormous best sellers and the eighth book just came out last month….
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The Birthday Bart
Yesterday was Bart’s birthday. He kicked off the day by having a cold. We do know how to celebrate in style around here. Also, I ironed his shirt for him. I am pretty much the best birthday gift giver ever. When he got home from work, dinner was (mostly) ready and after putting Ella to bed, we enjoyed a nice…
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So, You Went to California
At Christmas, Bart’s parents announced that part of their gift this year was to take the whole family to Disneyland. We’d planned on flying in on Tuesday morning, but then at the last minute we found out that the Disneyland portion of the trip was scheduled to begin on Tuesday morning and so someone would have to leave in order…
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