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Life is the only thing I know that can be ugly and beautiful at the same time.

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Had a visit from a wonderful young man today. He came over, had lunch, I burped him, and then he went on his way.

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In the midst of the storm, a reminder that life really is miraculous. Welcome Tristen.

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Had a wonderful birthday breakfast with my beautiful Mandi today!

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Wanting to play raquetball with my son. Do I let him win this time or beat him until he cries like a little girl as usual?

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@kyleparish I can't believe you just called me fat!!

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Is there some kind of law that says when you quit smoking you automatically gain 50 pounds? I'm well on my way. Food is soo good!!!

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Its been 4 days on the no smoking wagon. Going really well except for a minor lapse sat night. 3 cigs in 10 minutes.

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So...Decided to quit smoking this morning after a few days of telling myself how nasty it is. And expensive. I'll let you kow how it goes.

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Congrats to Drew and Kyle for finishing their first triathlon!! I'm very proud of both of you. And inspired. I smoked 1 less cig today.

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3 days ago Chloe spotted something under the patio. Still fascinated with it. I was going to see what it was then I thought..SNAKE!!

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I wish I was a dog. No bills. Sleeping. Eating... Wait a minute.. There's a few nasty habits that are NOT attractive to me...

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Split some cheese fries with Chloe last night. So, so good! Not so good today when I had to clean out her crate--they gave her the runs.

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Let me clarify: By blowout I meant a tire blowing out. Not poopy pants.

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Made it through the day without a blowout! I've had 4 in the last 8 days. Before that, hadn't had one in several years. Strange.

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Great breakfast: Capn crunch, life, and frosted flakes mixed together in a large bowl and a white chocolate mac. nut cookie. YUM!

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Chloe had chosen tacos for dinner. I was too tired though. So we muddled by with pizza rolls and mac and cheese. She loves pizza rolls!

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Happy for Drew, Kyle, and Judah. First night in their new house!

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@kyleparish I'm both crushed and broken. sigh.

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Judah is an amazing grandson. Strong. Cute. With entrancing blue eyes. Wonder where he got his good looks? Thank you. Thank you very much.