Jul 10, 2012

The Last Two Pounds – Going Back To What Works

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How many times have I heard that the last five pounds are the hardest to lose? I'd argue it's really the last two pounds. I've been hovering around 160 for weeks now, and it's so frustrating. Two … [Continue reading...]

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Jul 6, 2012

Beating the Heat With A Spash Park Adventure

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In case you don't follow anyone on Twitter or Facebook from Ohio (and if you don't, why not? I've got plenty of social media buttons over there ---> so get clickin'!) it's been HOT around here this … [Continue reading...]

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Jul 4, 2012

Yet Another Guide For Newbies Attending BlogHer12

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Note: I wrote this post originally for BlogHer '08, but didn't see the sense in re-typing all of it again, since much of the advice holds true. Enjoy this recycled post with a few edits to make it … [Continue reading...]

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Jul 2, 2012

The Great Ohio Storm of 2012

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For once I actually had a plan for what I wanted to write about this week. And then Friday happened, leaving me to write about the weather. Only this hasn't been your typical weekend of weather. Like … [Continue reading...]

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Jun 28, 2012

When Life Gives Your Zucchini, Make Zucchini Muffins

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My mom visits an Amish auction about twice a month, where she can pick up fresh veggies, baking supplies, and sometimes even baked goods for a price far cheaper than any grocery store.The last time … [Continue reading...]

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Jun 26, 2012

Hate Wrapped In Claims of "Progress"

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For the past few years our subdivision has been locked in a vicious battle with the developer of a subdivision directly behind us. The neighborhood that was originally started was single-family homes, … [Continue reading...]

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Jun 21, 2012

So This Is 36

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When my mom was 36 (and happy birthday yesterday, mom!), I was 14 and considered her to be old. Not old-old like my grandmother, but just old. She wore high-waist jeans and worn out t-shirts all the … [Continue reading...]

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