Dear friends, I had no idea that getting your prom photos taken outside of the Iowa statehouse was a thing. But it totally makes sense. With its gold dome, the capitol is…
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I’m a terrible, horrible person. You probably are, too. But we’re talking about me. Get your own blog. Sigh. See, a friend has received a great blessing. She’s so happy, and excited.…
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When my dad turned 40, we threw him a funeral. A family friend was an undertaker, and he filled our living room with white folding chairs. There were plant stands holding dead…
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When I first adopted Foxie Doxie, he had a big ol’ bald spot on his side. He’d gotten burned by some fresh asphalt, and the vet said my hyper doxie would probably…
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My mother-in-law was diagnosed with breast cancer. If you just whispered, “Oh, shiiit,” you’re not the only one with that reaction. But, that was a few weeks ago. The whole thing turned…
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I just called to wish my most awesome dad a most awesome birthday. Because we just can’t seem to help ourselves, the conversation took a bit of a turn. Me: Oh, I heard…
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Now that Father’s Day is over, I’m gonna give you the real lowdown on good dads. Good dads give you a corsage for the dance when you don’t have a date. Good…
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My Guy and I have been blessed to host various and sundry family members over the last 2 weeks. I genuinely like these people. They are good people. I’ve been cooking. And…
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My mom is a saint for putting up with all these crazy interview questions. In the final installment of my Mothers’ Day celebration / interrogation, Mom opens up about taking time for…
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It’s almost Mothers’ Day! I’m celebrating all week with my favorite mom. That’s my mom. And no, you can’t have her. Yesterday, Mom gave up the secret to marriage. And today? Well,…