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This recipe is designed to work with potatoes 1½ to 2 inches in diameter; do not use potatoes any larger. It is important to thoroughly cook the potatoes so that they will smash easily. Remove the potatoes from the baking sheet as soon as they are done browning—they will toughen if left too long. A potato masher can also be used to “smash” the potatoes. Ingredients 2 pounds small Red

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More than 24 years ago, Pam and her husband Bob were serving as missionaries to the Philippines and praying for a fifth child. Pam contracted amoebic dysentery, an infection of the intestine caused by a parasite found in contaminated food or drink. She went into a coma and was treated with strong antibiotics before they discovered she was pregnant. Doctors urged her to abort the baby for

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I thought I'd repost this article from a fellow named Jon Loomer. I saw several different blogs that had written about the 'Hover Over My Name' scam. He puts it quite simply. He's on facebook and I am now a 'fan' of his. So, here it is: Just when I think this one will die, it comes back even stronger… Back on September 23 (yes, more than three months ago), I first wrote a post called Facebook

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I rec'vd an email that made me want to look up it's validity when I found this:I recently received an email going around the www written by a 21 year old female "who gets it".I will leave it intact, but with modifications that reflect the reality of life, not the views of the GOP rhetoric that it is filled with. I am a senior citizen with many more years of experience under my belt than this 21

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Living in this house that I grew up in holds SO many memories! As a kid, every year we would take a vacation "up home". Since my Mother was born in Sonora, CA. and my Dad in Knights Ferry, CA., and since my Dad was one of nine kids, we'd always end up 'visitin' folks' during that trip "up home". Our mainstay was at one of his sister's, Dorothy Hall, in Manteca, hence when either Mom or Dad would

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A king who did not believe in the goodness of God, had a slave who, in all circumstances would say: My king, do not be discouraged, because everything God does is perfect, no mistakes!One day they went hunting and along the way a wild animal attacked the king. His slave managed to kill the animal, but could not prevent his majesty from losing a finger.Furious and without showing his gratitude for

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So it's been awhile since I've done this and really want to so ... here we go! Replace my bold words with YOUR words!Wait, wait and wait some more.Sushi is a little different.In addition, subtraction, and times, I do just fine.Grilling is the way we do it here!At the end of the year, I like to read all the past events penned on my calendar.Going to the snow is one of the things I'm looking

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A lesson on how consultants can make a difference in an organization.Last week, we took some friends to a new restaurant, 'Steve's Place,' and noticed that the waiter who took our order carried a spoon in his shirt pocket. It seemed a little strange. When the busboy brought our water and utensils, I observed that he also had a spoon in his shirt pocket.Then I looked around and saw that all the

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A friend of mine got a gift from another friend in the mail and posted a picture of it. I've never heard of "Schmier" other than in my own 'slang' type term ... so I did what all smart people do to find something out, I googled it! Check it out:OverviewPeanut butter schmier is a sweet Amish dessert spread that is often sold in jars. It is different from traditional peanut butter because it has a

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Now this is something to behold indeed~! Guess what the picture of the Mona Lisa is made from using? Take a good look ...Well ... any guesses as to what the picture is made with? Here's a closer look:How about now ... Last chance to figure it out ...Artist assistants stand next to 3,604 cups of coffee which have been made into a giant Mona Lisa in Sydney, Australia . The 3,604 cups of coffee were

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So this is day 5 of being home from visiting family in Colorado. I am still "sick". Right now, it's just after 10-am and I am still in my nightgown, robe 'n slippers. The dishwasher door is open and yet nothing is put away. My bed, still unmade, beckons me to come lay down. I took 2 VICKS DayQuil with Vitamin C and only feel half awake ... things I've planned on working on ... well, they're still

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Today is my last day here in Colorado at my oldest son's home. Tho Tony had to leave to go to a class, being sent by the USAF for the job he's in, the week before I got here, he DID get to surprise me by coming home my first day here (Sat May 1st) in the morning until Sunday evening when he had to fly back to Texas.The rest of the days were us pretty much hanging out here at 'home', one spent in

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... are due in that I never seem to come here anymore. It seems I've traded off this site for facebook. But ya know, I'm considering, very seriously mind you, to leave there and come back here.Facebook draws me to how "instant" it is. I can instantly read all about everyone I care about by instantly going to their page with just a single click. AND, omgosh, there's the games. It allows me to be,

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Important Law to Share:Important to know, and not just in California, yet in California, the "Move-over" law was revised on January 1, 2010.Various emails tell about a web site called moveoveramerica.com and warns drivers about a new Move-Over Law that became effective on January 01, 2010. The email warns that failure to slow down or move over when encountering emergency response or law

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I'll admit it. I'm a big fan of facebook. I like that I can go to my page most any time, day or night, and find something that will make me laugh or smile and just plain 'ol allow me to feel good. There is sometimes sadness or pondering questions of "why?" over one thing or another. The trivia is endless! The see-sawing back and forth of commenting with family and friends, the posted links,

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Three rednecks were working up on a cell phone tower: Cooter, Lonnie and Donnie. As they start their descent, Cooter slips, falls off the tower and is killed instantly. As the ambulance takes the body away, Lonnie says, 'Well, dang't, someone should oughta go 'n and tell his wife.'Donnie says, 'OK, I'm purty good at that sensitive stuff, I'll goin do it.' Two hours later, he comes back carrying

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WARNING: 2010 Census Cautions from the Better Business Bureau Be Cautious About Giving Info to Census WorkersWith the U.S. Census process beginning, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises people to be cooperative, but cautious, so as not to become a victim of fraud or identity theft. The first phase of the 2010 U.S. Census is under way as workers have begun verifying the addresses of households

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I have been "stalking" this site for just awhile, but truly enjoy her pictures and her posts. That's what leads me to post here today. I figured "what the heck!" I'm going get myself TWO chances in for this drawing! Here's the deal, copied and pasted here from her post:Starting today *posted first on Monday November 16th* and running until Monday November 30, 2009 at 11:59pm (EST), I’m delighted

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First came Ashley Marie Walden, October 7th, 2009 @ 4:12-PM CNT MTN at 7lbs 8oz and 19.5" long:Then came Wyatt Hamilton Grimshaw, October 13th, 2009 at 4:05-AM PDT. He weighed in at 9-lbs 4.6-oz and measured 21.5" long: *Pennie-pooh ... I have NOT forgotten that I want to call you, I've just been soooo busy! I love you and am posting these pictures here just for YOU~!! {{huggz!!!}}ღწ♥

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Yes indeed, today was the day! I am so proud to say the least. Saturday evening, we went over the meaning of baptism and looked up scriptures in the Bible relating to Jesus's baptism and how this is their public admission of choosing to live a life modeled after Jesus ... and they both agreed that this was all in order of what they wanted. Bill took a few pictures and I'm posting them below. If

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*TAKEN FROM WEBSITE VIA CLICKABLE TITLE*To help encourage 1 million women to participate in research about the causes and prevention of breast cancer, The Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation/Army of Women asked film students to create short Public Service Announcements about the cause. We love the idea so much that we will be airing the four top videos right here on glamour.com, today through

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Priscilla Richardson"Forever, O Lord, Your Word is settled in heaven." Psalm 119:89 (NASB) We live in a society that prizes change. Whether it's the most recent dictum of haute couture from the world of fashion, or the latest in technical gadgets, we are enamored with the idea that newer and different is better. Let the word "change" fall from a politician's lips, and his or her future is

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Renee Swope"For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb." Psalm 139:13 (NIV)I sat in the circle dreading my turn to talk. The facilitator of our team-building activity had asked our group of eight to answer these questions: What do you love to do? If finances were unlimited and failure was unlikely, what would be your dream?I started praying we'd run out of time

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Lysa TerKeurst"I have chosen the way of truth; I have set my heart on your laws." Psalm 119:30 (NIV)As a little girl, I had longed for a daddy to pick me up, swing me around, and tell me I was lovely and loved. When this childhood longing went unmet, it became an adult emptiness and brokenness that drove me to seek out all kinds of misguided remedies.My primary remedy was to look for someone or

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August 25, 2009 is National Banana Split Day!The perfect recipe for a banana split consists of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry ice cream, hot fudge, fresh strawberries, whip cream, and don't forget a banana, of course! Americans have been enjoying this delicious dessert for over 100 years. In 1904 pharmacy student Evans Strickler invented the banana split when he decided to cut a banana in

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And...here we go! Replace my bold words with YOUR words!I remember, I remember , that time in September ...Dear Friends, I want you to know I am SO blessed to have YOU in my life! ... {{huggz!}} ...Is that my cell phone ringing!!???I'm trying to resist the temptation of eating ice-cream before bed ...I'm saving a seat just for you!If I made a birthday list YOU would definitely be on it!!!And as

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Sorry ... couldn't resist ... ღ

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This just cracked me up~! *pun intended*ღ

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How to hold on while the train is in motion ... in order to avoid falling.I was referring to the older gentleman by the door! But you knew that ... ღ

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Written by an unknown Preacher's Wife, and brilliantly said: And it came to pass in the Age of Insanity that the people of the land called America , having lost their morals, their work initiative, and their will to defend their liberties, chose as their Supreme Leader that person known as "The One". He emerged from the vapors with a message that had no meaning; but He hypnotized the people

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"Rules are, there are no rules." There are no right or wrong answers. Don't limit yourself to one word responses; just say everything that pops into your head!Nursery :: Rocking Grandma. What you volunteer to be. Side effect :: What happens when you suddenly stop something ... Heart to heart :: ... sometimes words need not be uttered. Try :: If at first you don't succeed ... Hog :: Canyon ..

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Tracie Miles"In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." John 1:1 (NIV)It caught me off guard. While standing and singing praise and worship songs during our Sunday morning worship service, the choir began singing a song that I was not familiar with. It was called Ancient Words, written by Lynn DeShazo in 1999. As we came to the chorus of the song, each member

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"Rules are, there are no rules." There are no right or wrong answers. Don't limit yourself to one word responses; just say everything that pops into your head!Lisa :: and Boo ... go together like peanut butter 'n jam! Hope :: Faith and Love. But the greatest of these is love. Irene :: My sister's middle name. Also a song I love by Toby Mac. Tony :: My oldest son. Charles Anthony Walden,

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And...here we go! Replace my bold words with YOUR words! Moving right along. BORN free. My best quality is that I love giving. Shut-up! Gimme all the details. In nearly 10 years, I could be a great grandmother. Chocolate is what I need right now! And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to reading my bookclub book, tomorrow my plans include seeing Emma 'n Landen and Sunday, I want to

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This is SO easy~! I made this for my BUNCO group at my house this past Friday and thought I'd share here since I posted it on my facebook -Preheat oven to 350*1 - box Betty Crocker Angel Food Cake Mix [add water only mix!]1 - 20-24oz can of Cherry Pie Filling [Comstock brand makes a Lite for counting points on WW]Simply mix the pie filling into the cake mix in a large bowl, pour/spoon into baking

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Railroad tracks. This is fascinating. Be sure to read the final paragraph; your understanding of it will depend on the earlier part of the content.The US standard railroad gauge (distance between the rails) is 4 feet, 8.5 inches. That's an exceedingly odd number. Why was that gauge used? Because that's the way they built them in England, and English expatriates built the US railroads.Why did

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Dear Mr. President,Please find below my suggestion for fixing America's economy. Instead of giving billions of dollars to companies that will squander the money on lavish parties and unearned bonuses, use the following plan.You can call it the Patriotic Retirement Plan:There are about 40 million people over 50 in the work force. Pay them $1 million apiece severance for early retirement with the

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And...here we go! Replace my bold words with YOUR words!Apparently there's some sort of misunderstanding regarding facebooks security. RE: YOUR snow day. WE had a very sunny day. 2009 has been a BUSY year so far. I said all I could say and that was it. For too long I've been batteling depression. I am not obsessed with Farm Town; I am not! And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to

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by Tracie Miles"When I am afraid, I will trust in you.". Psalm 56:3 (NIV)As I aroused from sleep, my first thought was, "Uggg. It is going to be cold outside." But to be honest, my anxiety wasn't so much about the cold mountain weather, but about my teenage daughter's safety that day.We had been planning the trip for weeks and the girls were so excited that their snowboarding day had finally

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I got this recipe email from two differnent friends, so thought, 'what the heck, I'm going to try it!'Well, I did and aside from it needing, in MY opinion, a lil "kick" of some sort, it will definitely cure the craving for chocolate! Give it a try and see what you think could be added to give it that missing "kick" then let me know so I can try it, too!5-MINUTE CHOCOLATE MUG CAKE4 tablespoons

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Join me in bowing your heads .. . Put a little sunshine in your day! Happiness is good coffee first thing in the morning. Drunk and confused. I'm waiting for hell to freeze over. For me, chocolate is hard to resist. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to bunco, tomorrow my plans include seeing Jen's new house and Sunday, I want to chillax!You can get your 'Friday Fill-In'

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Anonymous...signatures make research hard. LIFE is a trip. Let me embrace thee, sour adversity, with gentle mellifluous arms.. New life blooming is what I look forward to most about Spring. Who needs therapy when I have YOU for my friend. A big SOLID chocolate bunny MUST go into the Easter Basket! And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to seeing Crucify Him, tomorrow my plans

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by Karen EhmanThe Lord said, 'It is because they have forsaken my law, which I set before them; they have not obeyed me or followed my law.'" Jeremiah 9:13 (NIV)The car was packed; the gas tank full; a cooler stood chock-full of sandwiches for the long ride. This was it! My three kids and I were excitedly off on a summertime adventure. In the midst of a stressful and busy move and while waiting

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Angel or not, I will always love you as only a mother could. Take any way you want me. As my mother used to say, you're full of piss 'n vinegar. I drink a HUGE glass of water after I'm done working out or doing something strenuous. Even in the most crowded of rooms I can find you with that laugh of yours. 9/11 is a day fraught with peril. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to

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by Glynnis Whitwer"Send forth your light and your truth, let them guide me; let them bring me to your holy mountain, to the place where you dwell." Psalm 43:3 (NIV)I live in a valley. Every direction I look there are mountains. Living in the West, my family also vacations in mountains. Because of that, it seems I spend lots of time in valleys. One truth I've learned is if you keep walking, you

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"In a hole in the ground there lived a yet to be discovered microscopic civilation, bursting with activity." "To YOU it may be just 'a lil blood' but that ain't no matter." "After dark the rain began to fall again, and I could sense the presence of something out there with every fiber of my being." "Sitting in port, as the slave master lifted the heavy seawater soaked trap door, you could hear

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Many thanks goes again to Cindra from doing the prior challenge. With the tips and tricks taught, I've been able to do some fun stuff! Below are my own eyes, played with in FotoFlexer. This one is showing who the "apple of my eye" really is!Many thanks for stopping in and looking!

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Why do we have to always close our eyes when we sneeze? Checking the locks behind the kids leaving are now habits. I have some of the BEST friends ever. I had never heard the phrase "sing before breakfast, cry before supper" and it has always made me wonder where my Mom heard it. When you finish brushing your teeth, please wipe the counter clean the way I always do. How was I to know you forgot

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"Rules are, there are no rules." There are no right or wrong answers. Don't limit yourself to one word responses; just say everything that pops into your head!Sunburn :: is what I get rather than tanned. Aquarium :: Monterey Bay ... hi Pen! Otter :: ... ya otter see them otters at Monterey Bay Aquarium. Awesome :: Something you can't help but say when impressed by something! LOL :: Looney

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She's in the hospital ~ her water broke just after midnight and she, her hubby Boo and her Mom, Renee are at the hospital ~ I'm so excited! Just wanted to share!!ღ

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When I look to the left, I see my little kitchen. The dining room is the room that has the best view in my home. Let it work pleeeeease, let it work. Landscaping done dirt cheap! SAFE driving practices is a responsibility that all qualified citizens must share. If you have any questions feel free to ask. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to BUNCO at Paula's, tomorrow my plans

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"Keep on praying." 1 Thessalonians 5:17 (NLT) GUILT. Many Christians I've talked to equate this word with their prayer life, and I can relate.I used to feel guilty because people would ask me to pray, or I would volunteer to when I heard they were going through something difficult. With a heart of compassion, I'd reply, "Oh, I'll pray for you!" And I fully intended to. But then I'd forget ... get

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"Rules are, there are no rules." There are no right or wrong answers. Don't limit yourself to one word responses; just say everything that pops into your head!Mourning :: - at times for my Dad ... even still at almost 19 yrs. Approval :: Something we each seek at different levels. Lotion :: ahh, Sensual Amber by Bath & Body Works! Perspire :: I don't perspire, I 'glow'. Language ::

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I've been offline, out and about, running to and fro ... BUT ... had to not forget to post my picture. The new Brenda Photo Challenge theme was to "Flip That Photo" given by Cindra of Knits & Pics & Favorite Things. She and Donna both offered tutorials using various [one of my favorite words] FREE downloadable programs. I've given it a shot, and have to admit it was fun! Here's my BEFORE:And here

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I'm happy, I'm oh so HAPPY, I sing to you this my song ... Why do I have an awesome motorhome and not any extra money to go anyplace in it ... How does this contraption work, anyway? Every morning, I put moisturizer on my face. I consider myself lucky because we OWN our home. One day we’ll see Jesus face to face. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to putting my feet up,

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"Rules are, there are no rules." There are no right or wrong answers. Don't limit yourself to one word responses; just say everything that pops into your head!Carpet :: Close your eyes girl, Look inside girl, Let the sound take you away ... ahh ... Steppenwolf sings; Magic Carpet Ride. William :: Grow old along with me, the best is yet to be - When our time has come, we will be as one, God

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Our current Brenda Photo Challenge hostess, who called for "Signs Of Spring" to be posted TODAY, Saturday Feburary 21st, 2009 is the lovely [and talented] Joy of ShutterShy. I'm late and behind on most everything. I just can't seem to "shake" it and get back on track ... but, I'm not giving up! And darn if I just can't choose which pictures to post! I took a whole lotta of 'em too ... So ...

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Give me chocolate and I'll be your BEST friend.Whenever I do these fill-ins, my mind goes blank.I wish I had $250,000.00 in my bank account.The shrimp I made for dinner the other night was the last thing I ate that was utterly delicious.To live in this world you must not conform to it.Other than this one, Orphic Soliloquy is the last blog I commented on.And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking

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Bunco is a dice game, the object of which is to tally the most wins and buncos, during four sets of play. There are six rounds to each set, corresponding to the six sides of the die. Traditionally, the game is designed for 12 players.At the beginning of the game, four players are randomly chosen to sit at the head table. The remaining players are distributed among the remaining two tables. Each

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It seems like this day is FLYING by. Call me when you're done, please? If I thought you could handle it I'd tell you! Silly is what I think of most when I think of you. To me, Valentine's Day means getting extra attention and bribery with chocolates. God gives me strength. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to BUNCO, tomorrow my plans include having fun at our Valentines party

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Don't'cha just love animal video's like this ... not to mention my love of Louie.ღ♥

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"Rules are, there are no rules." There are no right or wrong answers. Don't limit yourself to one word responses; just say everything that pops into your head.Cups :: must measure everything on Weight Watchers. Brilliant :: is the word the British use instead of awesome. Disobey :: is total disregard to your wishes. Abstain :: I abstain from ripping off your arm and beating you over the head

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With things being as they are today, this video and website speak volumes ... Well? Ya gonna go sign up?

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First ... Happy Birthday to Herb, too! I think I'd like to do a thankful list sometime ... but, not gonna steal his thunder by doing one now *grins* Also, thank you Lisa & Renee for my beautiful birthday cards I got in yesterdays mail! You two make the cutest cards! This song is for Herb 'n me and came straight into my head as soon as I saw Herb shared my birthday! Have a good one my friend!

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Please don't tell me you FORGOT it was my birthday again.Can you get the paper for me in the morning?The color of blood makes me want to gag!I have a craving for an orange chicken bowl from Applebee's.If my life had a pause button, I'd pause it to finish reading my book.Eyes are the windows to the soul.And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to birthday calls from the kids, tomorrow

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The last Brenda Challenge host was Joan of Joan's Journeys and she picked the new host, Donna of Cottage Days and Journeys. These were the guidelines from Donna:Date: Saturday, Febuary 7th 2009Theme: "Textures & Patterns"These are my selections ... and it was hard not to choose more!Lemon Meringue pie ... yum!This is a corner shot of the paint and wallpaper's I've done in my bathroom..

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"Rules are, there are no rules." There are no right or wrong answers. Don't limit yourself to one word responses; just say everything that pops into your head.Take :: me out to the ball game, take me out to the crowds ... 350 :: is 10 less than doing a 360. Stand :: by your man. Raspberry :: cobbler. Turnstile :: that annoying contraption that bruises my hip. Infomercial :: when there's

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I'd really like a grande Starbucks right now.Dammit! is the word you'd most often hear me say if I stubbed my toe.Possession is nine-tenths of the law."When you marooned me on that god forsaken spit of land, you forgot one very important thing, mate: I’m Captain Jack Sparrow.Marshmallows and fire go together like stink on dirty socks.The bickering between them just goes on and on.And as for the

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"Rules are, there are no rules." There are no right or wrong answers. Don't limit yourself to one word responses; just say everything that pops into your head.Unwanted :: unloved, undone. You’d better :: get that room cleaned up now, mister! Woman :: woe to the man who don't understand ... Weighed :: in today and lost 3lbs! Upright :: is better than laying down passed out cold. I feel ::

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For the month of January, I was selected to host The Brenda Photo Challenge, so I chose my theme "Anything New". Then it was my turn to pick the next host and I asked Joan of Joan's Journeys. These were the guidelines from Joan:Date: Saturday, January 24th Theme: "Looking Upwards"Here's my picks of the photo's I took:Standing by the dining room table, this is what Landen sees ....flickr-photo {

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Oh, I am so lovin this rain! Obama promise's changes, big and little. During earthquakes, I act quickly! Jury duty; are you kidding me??? Right now I'd like to be campin' out someplace in the RV. This computer is my favorite gadget. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to reading, tomorrow my plans include cooking a yummy pork roast and Sunday, I want to chillax!You can get your '

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"Rules are, there are no rules." There are no right or wrong answers. Don't limit yourself to one word responses; just say everything that pops into your head.Arrival :: To get to be at someplace, preferably on time, unlike myself who is usually late ... by a minute or 5 ... Vomit :: Not the splash of color I was envisioning on my floor and walls.Fit :: To be in good health ... or of proper mind.

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Enough with the arguing already! Dieting causes me to be conflicted. I've been craving Applebee's oriential salad... really craving ... William's long underwear makes me laugh. I wish I could go to Monterey next week. Thelma Kenowski has been on my mind lately. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to bunco, tomorrow my plans include watching my friends son for awhile and Sunday, I

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An old man goes into a drug store to buy some Viagra. 'Can I have 6 tablets, cut in quarters?' 'I can cut them for you.' said Dan the pharmacist. 'But a quarter tablet will not give you a full erection.' 'I am 96.' said the old man.'I don't want a full erection. I just want it sticking out far enough so I don't pee on my slippers.' *I hope I have not offended anyone with this post ... it

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SLOW COOKER LASAGNAPOINTS® Value: 8Servings: 6Preparation Time: 20 minCooking Time: 360 minLevel of Difficulty: EasyNo need to cook the noodles first or stay home while it bakes!INGREDIENTS:1 pound uncooked lean ground beef (with 7% fat)1 small onion, chopped1 medium garlic clove, minced28 oz canned crushed tomatoes15 oz canned tomato sauce1 tsp table salt1 tsp dried oregano1/2 tsp dried basil1/4

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As you may (or may not?) recall, I got invited to host the next Brenda Photo Challenge for this month of January. There is a post in December showing the 3 Christmas/Holiday items, and I picked the theme of something NEW for my theme. Below are my 3 NEW things. The first is of a reciept for a NEW reservation that will take place in September this year. We're planning a church campout! The park is

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I came home from our 2 week trek to Pismo Beach, excited to see what the new spy's were that I'd missed and what the current one would be ... only to find that there will be no more. I left my goodbye and now am at a loss as what to do. I mean, I started this blog for the sole purpose of doing the I Spy ... so, now what? *sigh*I will put in here the last two spys, then I guess I'll think about

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.flickr-photo { border: solid 10px #99CC99; }.flickr-yourcomment { }.flickr-frame { text-align: left; padding: 3px; }.flickr-caption { font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px; } #45 - TREE, originally uploaded by LauraBelle'. Can you believe it?! How about the fact that my online friend Pendoodles sent me this prior to I Spy posting, like just the day BEFORE that the challenge is TREE ... and this

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I was visiting a site, which led me to another site, which in turn led me to another site and ... I put my name in on a challenge! Well, lo and behold, I got picked to host the next one! I am a day late in posting this challenge of Holiday Decorations challenged by Kim and I truly am sorry for being late and hope in the Christmas spirit, I will be forgiven. Here are my 3 picks of pictures I've

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.flickr-photo { border: solid 10px #99CC99; }.flickr-yourcomment { }.flickr-frame { text-align: left; padding: 3px; }.flickr-caption { font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px; } #44 - FAVORITE, originally uploaded by LauraBelle'. My favorite lamp ... I use it as a night light in the front/liviing room. It's a little fuzzy but I don't have time to play with it now, so it'll have to do!♥

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Kody worked with his 'uncle' Neil Sat. Nov. 22nd, clearing wild roses and brush from our neighbors (across the street) backyard. There was quite a bit growing up and around their RV's covering and they offered Neil $200 plus whatever it cost to take it to the dump. Neil said he'd give Kody $20 if he'd help him load it all into his trailer. Kody was all for it as he wanted to put that $20 with the

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.flickr-photo { border: solid 10px #99CC99; }.flickr-yourcomment { }.flickr-frame { text-align: left; padding: 3px; }.flickr-caption { font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px; } #43 - DELICIOUS!, originally uploaded by LauraBelle'. Luscious Four-Layer Pumpkin CakePrep 20 min. Total 40 min.Pre-heat oven to 350°F - Grease and flour 2 (9-in) round cake pans.1 - pkg (2-layer size) yellow cake mix1 -

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Snow White.I'm looking forward to going to Pismo for 2 weeks during Christmas and New Years!My husband is the best husband ever!One of my favorite old tv shows is Bewitched.I'm done with trying to get everything done.The most enjoyable thing around the holidays is how everybody is much friendlier!And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to yummy Orange Chicken, tomorrow my plans

LauraBellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01258362594795521897noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8707546580514049504.post-65048350931004430852008-12-01T16:37:00.001-08:002008-12-04T19:42:36.095-08:00

.flickr-photo { border: solid 10px #99CC99; }.flickr-yourcomment { }.flickr-frame { text-align: left; padding: 3px; }.flickr-caption { font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px; } #42 - GRATITUDE, originally uploaded by LauraBelle'. I am grateful for the holiday of Thanksgiving. I am grateful for our motorhome. I am grateful for electricity. I am grateful for turkeys. I am grateful for my halogen

LauraBellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01258362594795521897noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8707546580514049504.post-53826225428085865592008-11-24T07:58:00.000-08:002008-11-24T09:12:25.978-08:00

I UNDERCOOKED THE TURKEYFix It: If the bird seems undercooked, usually the breast is fully cooked while the legs need more time. Cut the breast meat off with a sharp knife and serve that. Meanwhile, put the drumsticks and thighs back in the oven at 450*F.THE STUFFING IS TOO WETFix It: Lay all the stuffing out in the thinnest layer you can on a sheet pan and put it in the oven to dry out. The

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The last band I saw live was so long ago I can't remember who it was!What I look forward to most on Thanksgiving is the stuffing from inside the turkey.My Christmas/holiday shopping is pretty cheap this year.Thoughts of camping over Thanksgiving fill my head.I wish I could wear shorts w/o being ashamed of my legs.Bagpipes tho I love their sounds, they make me think of funerals.And as for the

LauraBellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01258362594795521897noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8707546580514049504.post-92049689911745358512008-11-20T14:46:00.001-08:002008-11-20T14:46:24.900-08:00

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"Rules are, there are no rules." There are no right or wrong answers. Don't limit yourself to one word responses; just say everything that pops into your head.Please stop :: whistling! It's drivin' me nuts! Move over :: ya bed hogg! Sweet as :: sugar. Bet :: combined with Lose it what happens if the first I choose! Mad about :: You was one of my favorite sit-coms. It’s over :: and done with.

LauraBellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01258362594795521897noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8707546580514049504.post-55424667865279106892008-11-19T12:29:00.000-08:002008-11-20T09:35:50.822-08:00

The kids spent the night Monday and I was soooo busy trying to get dinner on the table, then clean up 'n do dishes, then baths ... *whew* ... that I forgot to take pictures! I snapped these yesterday morning and finally have sat down to load them to post here ... so, here's Landen (age 2 on Sept 24th) and Emma (age 4 Sept 27th) who are just barely 2 yrs apart in age. The older they get, the

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Please feel free to help yourself.When I put perfume on my arm, I can't help sniffing it occasionally.My favorite thing to cook is taco's!Huggs 'n kisses is something I can't get enough of.That's the thing I love most about my children.Stupid drivers always makes me think to myself, what the heck?And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to bunco, tomorrow my plans include taking a boat

LauraBellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01258362594795521897noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8707546580514049504.post-65691675484741389082008-11-13T14:28:00.001-08:002008-11-13T14:28:07.159-08:00

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My blueprint for success includes drawing close to God.3 Musketeer Mint Mini's was the last candy I ate.The best facial moisturizer I've ever used is Avon's Ageless Results.Baking fruitcake bread can be good therapy.I'd like to tell you about how blessed I am to have my chubby-hubby.Loyalty is my strongest characteristic.And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to not having to go to

LauraBellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01258362594795521897noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8707546580514049504.post-26007747669032583132008-11-07T16:15:00.001-08:002008-11-07T16:15:34.802-08:00

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"Rules are, there are no rules." There are no right or wrong answers. Don't limit yourself to one word responses; just say everything that pops into your head.In love :: holding hands, giggles, whispered words ...Be my guest :: help yourself to whatever!Number one :: You shall have no other gods before me.Swallowed whole :: and he was worried grapes would grow out his tummy ...50 percent ::

LauraBellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01258362594795521897noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8707546580514049504.post-41695033547290456092008-11-05T14:39:00.000-08:002008-11-05T21:21:36.022-08:00

Just think ... if the Indians had given the Pilgrim fathers a donkey instead of a turkey ... we would all be having a piece of ass this Thanksgiving ...

LauraBellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01258362594795521897noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8707546580514049504.post-65113089090130736542008-11-01T14:47:00.001-07:002008-11-01T14:47:56.110-07:00

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