bowling

Tracy / August 24, 2013

Have you tried Group On? I purchased my first two Group On deals this summer. Basically, companies offer fairly good discounts on their goods and services if you purchase through the site. I had heard good things. I’m so glad I gave it a try! Our first Group On discount was for 2 hours of bowling for 4. Paul and…

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basement work

Tracy / August 19, 2013

Someone recently told me our home is beginning to remind them of the movie, Money Pit. (Not in a bad way, just that one project is leading to another…) When we decided to have our roof done, the roofer told us if we were going to have siding placed on the home, it would be less expensive to install it…

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seeking joy today

Tracy / August 14, 2013

A birthday gift from my dear friend, Christy. She knows I love these Willow Creek figurines. She also knew my mama loved sunflowers. This is one of the most precious gifts I have ever received. When I opened it, I was so touched, it was hard to sit through breakfast without crying. She sits on my dresser now. I am…

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it’s monday.

Tracy / August 12, 2013

Lyle. Our week is off to a good start…. I managed to order some project materials for Grandmother’s nursing home. Everyone is doing their morning chores, I hear singing. It’s going to be a good day! I’m working to get everyone started and then I’m off to visit with my grandmother and run by the cemetery. I’m a little frustrated…

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updating my reading goals

Tracy / August 11, 2013

The reading list.  Not much to say here.  I’ve not been able to find time for reading until the last few weeks.  Here is where I am: Devotions, Advice & Renewal for Motherhood Feels Too Hard: Devotions, Advice & Renewal for Weary Moms –DONE! How to Write a Book Proposal Rekindling the Romance: Loving the Love of Your Life Leadership…

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updated goals

Tracy / August 11, 2013

Life is full of surprises. I guess when we started the year, I NEVER dreamed where we would be now. Normally, I get frustrated when my goals aren’t being met. This year, I’m just picking up where I am- and moving forward. So, here are my updates: General- Establish at least 7 new garden beds – Not done, not even…

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moving forward

Tracy / August 10, 2013

It’s time to start considering my health. Well, actually very much past time. Paul and I are both on a diet. He decided on Weight Watchers. I’m trying Trim Healthy Mama. We’ve both been on our diet for a week on Sunday. At weigh-in, he had lost 11lbs. I had lost 9 1/2. Obviously, this is first week water weight…

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mama’s chair

I don’t know why I post these things. I guess I am trying to hold on to each and every detail of her life. I don’t want to forget one, single thing. This week was three months. Three, very long months. I made myself do something I’ve not wanted to do- we got rid of her chair. When she had…

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