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On Holidays . . . Near Done

Well fortunately they are almost over, and I made it through again . . . I really think that they are meant for families and children most especially. I am very blessed to have dear clients, now friends that include me in their Christmas Eve. < Christmas Day I spent in front of the TV…

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On Anonymity . . .

You know what makes me kind of crazy . . . folks that are anonymous. If you are going to say something good or bad, better to stand behind it than be anonymous. All that seems to say is that you are afraid to stand for what you mean and want to hide. Life is…

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Love Stories . . .

Well, I just saw “Walk The Line” and won’t review it here, I have to save that, except to say WOW! What a terrific love story and if only all of us who endure such trials and tribulations and many do could know that the possibility of a relationship of this depth, passion, and quality…

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On Target and Happy Holidays!!

Well, perhaps I am one of the few, but I truly didn’t understand why this got to be a big deal. It seems to me that Target was simply being mindful of the fact that many faiths celebrate many different holidays. In truth it is more respectful to say Happy Holidays when doing business with…

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All I Want for Christmas . . .

Well, I got it, a universal remote for my TV, DVD, VCR. Yahoo! When I moved I brought over at least 5 remotes, none that of course were operational with the TV and more. So I have been forced in those rare moments I do want to watch to perch on the floor in front…

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Strange Trip This Quarter Has Been . . .

I’ve noticed an unusual amount of tragedy in folks lives this last quarter of 2005. Whether it is with my vendors, my clients, or my friends, there seems to be a higher incidence of folks losing their parents, critical illness, teens in drug rehabilitation and just a sort of malaise about what is next. I…

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On Parties . . . Instructions for Celebrating

Had my xmas bash last night, it was well received and great to see everyone. Got some really unique and original ornaments! :). My favorite is the one of Santa as a parachutist with my image attached in tandem, what a stitch!! I had actually printed up celebration instructions and to my delight, they were…

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Earthwise Living and Arts and Crafts Design

I am delighted to report a real up tick in the building of Earth Friendly homes and organic design. Most folks know this as Arts and Crafts or Mission Style and enjoy the hallmarks of open floor plans, built-in storage, natural materials including hardwoods, slate, and stone, and a truly inviting warmth. While Frank Lloyd…

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When The Wind Blows

When the Wind Blows, James Patterson Okay, I’ll buy it . . . human experiments to create a better, longer living being that has the side benefit of flight?! Well this one was out there even for me. Definitely loaded with suspense, a healthy dose of romance, and even family values. Of course it does…

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Home By Design

Home by Design, Sarah Susanka From the best selling author and architect of The Not So Big House, Susanka continues her revolutionary thinking in home design with this guide to the 27 key concepts that can be applied to any house to make it a home you’ve always wanted. She has divided the book into…

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