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Chirps and Chatter: October 2010
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Wednesday, October 6, 2010. I can see clearly now! It's a coincidence that I had to go to the eye doctor (finally) right around the time of my 44th birthday. These old eyes just aren't what they used to be, much like the rest of me (harumph)! Reading glasses helped for a while. But there are only so many strengths you can "graduate" to before you finally say to yourself: "Self, go to the damn eye doctor, for goodness sakes! Wow, is the detail ever detailed! There are a few adjustments to get used to when...
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Chirps and Chatter: December 2009
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Sunday, December 20, 2009. Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus. And if you need proof, check out this link to Santa Speaking. Zoe's getting a phone call from the jolly old elf tonight. We have a recording of last year's call on mini-CD, which is a tree ornament this year. It's a blast to listen to, fun to watch and a reminder of why being a kid is really cool this time of year. The second and third (of three) Showcase videos. More dances completed at Showcase. Here's the girl that will always be my baby...
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Chirps and Chatter: August 2010
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Tuesday, August 10, 2010. First day of middle school. No jitters, just unabashed excitement about the upcoming adventures of sixth grade. Who would have figured that? I was just amazed she could carry the messenger bag loaded with a half a year's worth of supplies. It weighed almost as much as she does. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). View my complete profile. First day of middle school. A Soccer Mom Speaks. C Jane Enjoy It.
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Chirps and Chatter: The one I've been meaning to write for a while
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Monday, December 6, 2010. The one I've been meaning to write for a while. This holiday season seems busier than years past. I guess that happens each year that passes - the time goes faster. But it's been different this year, because despite the fastness of it all, it's better. I said to a friend the other night that for the first time in a really long time, I am really deep-down happy, and that makes all the hustle and bustle so much more . fun! Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). A Soccer Mom Speaks.
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Chirps and Chatter: If you bite it, write it (a weight loss tool I cannot ignore any longer!)
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Tuesday, July 20, 2010. If you bite it, write it (a weight loss tool I cannot ignore any longer! On Dec. 2, 2009, I joined Weight Watchers. For the third time in my life. The first time was in 2000 after I had Zoe and was not successful at shedding all that baby weight. I lost 40 pounds and kept it off for about four years. Then I gained it all back, plus some. Third time is the charm, right? Excuse #1: It's too hot / I don't have time to exercise. Excuse #2: I don't have time to shop / cook / eat healthy.
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Chirps and Chatter: April 2010
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Tuesday, April 20, 2010. Tween bullies can suck it. Pardon me while I get this off my chest.*. I don't care how old you are, where you come from or how important you think you someday will be, bullying sucks. And all the tween bullies out there? You can suck it. So can the parents of those tweens who. In the behavior, too. I've been on the receiving end of bullying a time or two in my life. Watching my daughter go through it at age 11 gives me a whole new perspective on the practice. A Soccer Mom Speaks.
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Chirps and Chatter: I can see clearly now!
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Wednesday, October 6, 2010. I can see clearly now! It's a coincidence that I had to go to the eye doctor (finally) right around the time of my 44th birthday. These old eyes just aren't what they used to be, much like the rest of me (harumph)! Reading glasses helped for a while. But there are only so many strengths you can "graduate" to before you finally say to yourself: "Self, go to the damn eye doctor, for goodness sakes! Wow, is the detail ever detailed! There are a few adjustments to get used to when...
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Chirps and Chatter: March 2010
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Monday, March 1, 2010. Combat obecity with exersize. There's a soft spot in my heart for anyone who can tackle a persuasive writing exercise on the topic of childhood obesity. That soft spot is about 100x bigger when the persuasive writer is my daughter, the precocious 11 year old who recently argued in favor of "more recess" to battle the bulge. I submit Exhibit A. The spelling (or misspelling) of obesity. And exercise. Cracked me up to read it, even though her points were right on target.
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Chirps and Chatter: January 2010
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Tuesday, January 19, 2010. Yes, it's late. But so are my Christmas cards. We kicked off the Christmas season with the traditional Xmas program at school. They have done a very good thing dividing K-2 and 3-5 into two programs so the parents and requisite others can attend. Anyway.moving on to Christmas. Woke up early. And who am I kidding? Didn't really go to sleep at all becuase who can sleep on Christmas Eve? We went to my mom's later that day. Spent time with family and friends. Zoe and I flew to Sava...
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