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Bloodwork Blues

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 02:48:36 -0400

I'm frustrated and torn. I got my results back on some tests, and they weren't what I anticipated.It's nothing tragic, but disappointing none the less.Lots of work, and not a lot of benefits coming out of it for me right now. At what point do you say
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Extra Time

Sat, 14 Jun 2008 12:58:10 -0400

I'm excited. I get my son for an extra week this summer. That's a nice treat. Should I be flattered? Heck no, it's not about me! LOL It's about Jack. He is excited to hang out with him more. We have a nice summer planned so I'm looking forward to it.
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Birthday Ideas

Sat, 14 Jun 2008 12:52:09 -0400

Father's Day is Sunday, but more importantly, my birthday is this week! I'm sure you're off checking out great ideas for my birthday, but alas, it just isn't necessary. I just added a great little dog to our family, so there's no need for anything el
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Big Mac Jack Attack

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 13:35:36 -0400

He's sleeping, curled up in a small bed near my feet.I've fallen in love with a little dog, and I can't get up!!!Jack is adapting well to the household, and he's just a total love. Watching him is so much fun. When he gets rolling around with one of
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Sticky Note: Community Potty-Mouth Jar

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 22:12:08 -0400

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Hump Day Diddy Dumbs: Soccer has been very, very weary to me!

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 16:32:36 -0400

How hot WAS it? The temperature gauge in our van hit 101 degrees, yesterday afternoon - that's Africa HOT! - when I picked up the kids from school, yesterday. In Jersey? Well, it's just way too hot for June. So, our schools close
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Mommy's Effing Little Meter Reader Gives Back!

Mon, 9 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0400

Created by OnePlusYou Seriously, I was shocked to hear the high-level of f-bombs my dear sweet Catholic-friend Dana drops on her blog (58.4%, you dirty girl!) and perhaps she would be just as surprised to learn that my blog is a totally filled with
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Red, White and Blue Friday #7: eMom - Supporting Our Military, One eMail at a Time!

Fri, 6 Jun 2008 16:00:00 -0400

Red, White and Blue Fridays was created as a way of showing support to our soldiers by spreading the word on ways we (bloggers, like you and me) can say, "Thank you!" Regardless of the fact that you are a democrat, republican, liberal, ind
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Meanwhile, Back at Kamp Kegel - Part II

Fri, 6 Jun 2008 10:00:00 -0400

My friends from Kamp Kegel (generously hosted by Johnson & Johnson for the makers of babies, everywhere) are holding reunions in the form of a weekly post roundup. Here's what my fellow hair-braiding badge awardees were up to this wee
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Hump Day Diddy Dumbs: Project Mom

Wed, 4 Jun 2008 15:50:02 -0400

I love this picture - my husband, Garth (not his real name) took it on Memorial Day - I mean, take a real close look at those smiles. Yep - they look real enough - fresh from the runway, all warm and fuzzy like a slice of apple pie. Don't w
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Panda Time and Zohan Mess

Sun, 8 Jun 2008 16:47:27 -0400

Okay, so there are two movies that came out....I want to see both of them. My son decided he was too old to see Kung Fu Panda, so my husband has been kind enough to offer to take me. My son and I both want to see Zohan, but I was reading the reviews
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Car Loan Time? Not Sure

Sun, 8 Jun 2008 16:41:47 -0400

Our Jeep is getting up there in age and mileage. It's our errand car, and dog car and not our main mode of transportation. The problem is that now the air can only be on at full blast, and my window doesn't open and shut on my side due to a short. My
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Summer Changes at Home

Sun, 8 Jun 2008 16:33:35 -0400

My husband is off for the summer. This means my daily pattern, my daily agenda, and my general day to day existence is changing a bit. It's always an interesting flux trying to get into pattern with each other. Usually it's just me and the dogs hangi
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Summer Traveling Fool

Sun, 8 Jun 2008 15:22:15 -0400

I came home from a week at the shore yesterday. It was relaxing and wonderful.In July, my son and I are going on quite an adventure. We'll be heading to Orlando for a few days, then driving up to South Carolina. We'll make a pit stop in Hilton Head,
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Disney Concerts in Wildwood, Coming Soon

Sun, 8 Jun 2008 12:07:07 -0400

If you have kids, Wildwood just may be in your plans this summer. Last summer, I took my son to see Weird Al while we were in Wildwood. We may be heading down for a short stay in August, but nothing is set in stone yet, since we're also looking at Ne
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Back from the Shore, Swimming in the Heat

Sat, 7 Jun 2008 23:37:44 -0400

hotsteamysmothering temperatures greeted us as we came home today...actually, had we stayed, we were only 2 hours away, so it was at hot there also! haI'm home from the beach, and we had a fabulous and relaxing stay. This week it just keeps getting b
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Make Me Laugh Monday: Baby You Can Ride My Car

Mon, 2 Jun 2008 16:31:25 -0400

All 4 of my kids were great sleepers...NOT! Except, when it was time to go somewhere (anywhere) I'd pop in a tape (before, cd and dvds) and they would each quickly fall asleep in their carseats. In fact, this is how my youngest Mini-me
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Will You Miss Me?

Sat, 31 May 2008 12:50:46 -0400

Big cheesey grinI'm heading off shortly, taking a break. I have to go finish packing, and shut down my computer. We're out of here in 3 hours, and I have to run to the bank too. All our other errands are done, we cut the grass last night (I did the b
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He Sleeps All Day!

Sat, 31 May 2008 04:53:19 -0400

My son's been bugging me to get a cat tree for our cat Sebastian. Where is there room? Actually, I have an open bookshelf near my desk, and he has claimed one shelf as his own. I added a blanket for him, so it was more cozy. He sleeps there every sin
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I Feel Human Again!

Fri, 30 May 2008 19:17:31 -0400

I've been sore...and that's bound to happen. I work out a few times a week with a trainer, and just try to stretch out those muscles to deal with the soreness. My body has been telling me to get a massage for awhile, and I keep putting it off. In my
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Parenting Tip #29,019,543: You'll laugh at this one day - I'm laughing, already!

Fri, 30 May 2008 15:32:16 -0400

My inlaws are both turning 80 this year (relax, you guys STILL look good) so, I try to keep holidays and family get-togethers as simple as possible. Let's face it, I know that having kids running around at these sort of things can get a litt
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Nearly Wordless Wednesdays: Birthday Wishes and Caviar Dreams!

Wed, 28 May 2008 12:00:00 -0400

Why, yes...it IS my birthday...but, I'm not here AND those aren't really my sneakers, either. They do, however, belong to my 12-year-old and they fit me (big feet, warm heart) and I sort of...you know...like them. So, I'm borrowing them (because,
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Weirs Beach for my Son

Tue, 27 May 2008 22:56:38 -0400

I'm planning a short trip up to New Hampshire in August. As much as it will probably be fun, I'm not excited about it. I'd be more excited about somewhere like Outer Banks, Florida or even the Jersey shore. I told my son I'd take him up to Weirs Beac
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Keep Moving, and Just Don't Stop!

Tue, 27 May 2008 22:50:30 -0400

I got a good workout in today. I'm feeling it in my legs. We increased the weight on the leg press, and did a couple of new things. My trainer got some new equipment, so doing things like rows, we did them with different grips which put my arms in a
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What Memorial Day Means To Me, Mostly.

Mon, 26 May 2008 14:08:57 -0400

Yep, it's Monday and my youngest (she's 6) is beside herself with worry, because our flag isn't up (yet) and she can NOT find anything red to wear! Anything that's CLEAN, anyway. You see, around these parts, Memorial Day is the "unofficial&
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Local Memorial Day Events

Fri, 23 May 2008 17:52:35 -0400

The The Star-Ledger put together a nice list of local events. I have pulled out some highlights but the full list can be found here. Holmdel This year’s Memorial Day ceremony will include the announcement of two names added to the New Jersey
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April 2008 U.S. Search Engine Rankings

Thu, 22 May 2008 17:44:52 -0400

comScore Releases April 2008 U.S. Search Engine Rankings According to the May 22nd comScore press release “April 2008 saw Americans conduct 10.6 billion core searches, with Google Sites continuing to gain market share as the leading search engine.
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Largest Combat Mobilization of New Jerseys Own

Thu, 22 May 2008 16:52:39 -0400

Wayne Woolley of The Star-Ledger reported a detailed story titled “200 NJ police officers are heading to Iraq“. As many as 200 law enforcement officers from New Jersey will deploy to Iraq in the fall as part of the state’s larg
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Ever consider firing a client?

Thu, 22 May 2008 10:56:46 -0400

I take great pride in providing top notch customer service for all of our members on a daily basis. I make it a top priority to take calls from our members, return calls, and respond to emails in a timely fashion. I enjoy the calls to check in and sa
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Summer Projects

Sat, 24 May 2008 11:32:42 -0400

My husband will be off during the summer, and we're talking about some different projects that we can do, since I'll be home as well. It's a good opportunity for us to do a thorough room by room go through, as well as tackling some outdoor projects.
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Gracie's Casualties

Fri, 23 May 2008 13:59:58 -0400

When my boys were small, the house was littered with toys here and there. Soon, they were old enough to start picking up behind themselves. Graice loves toys....but she doesn't pick up after herself! We've tried to teach her, but it isn't happening..
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Meanwhile, Back at Kamp Kegel - Part I

Fri, 23 May 2008 12:09:33 -0400

Mom is recovering well from her surgery, thank goodness. So, now it's Dad's turn. Yes, wrestling with various health issues, they make a wonderful tag team! So, while I am at the hospital, taking part in subliminal chit chat and contribu
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Flip This: I don't think we're in Jersey, anymore!

Thu, 22 May 2008 14:37:02 -0400

It's cold. Too cold to swim and too wet to play. Just, too danged cold. We haven't opened our pool, yet. Aaaaand, the squirrels ate through the hose on our gas grill AGAIN. So, our barbecue is broken and, as of this morn
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Wordless Wednesday: Big Brother IS Watching You!

Wed, 21 May 2008 15:34:52 -0400

It's all good though and the ONLY way Mini-me will get to sleep at night, lately. Check out the Official Wordless Wednesday HQTag, you're it: Wordless Wednesday -------------------------------------------------------- IN OTHER NEWS: This Full H
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This Full House Giveaway #5: Summer Gear Giveaway!

Tue, 20 May 2008 18:16:21 -0400

Speaking of mah birthday - why, NO you haven't missed it and probably still have plenty of time to wish me something really, really pretty by next Thursday - I thought it would be fun to host another awesome giveaway! Why? Because I am
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Uh-oh, looks like I'm wading in the shallow end of forty-something!

Mon, 19 May 2008 17:05:43 -0400

WAIT - before you click over to City Mama's place to try and win a Nintendo Wii - STOP! Because, if you've already read my most embarrassing post (to date) then, you know I work hard at keeping my Queen of the Dorks persona intact AND that piec
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She Works Hard for the Funny!

Fri, 16 May 2008 17:13:07 -0400

Speaking of hard-working moms. CityMama is giving away a Wii Fit and...WHAT?...you want a Ninento Wii to go with that whine? No prob; she's giving that away, too. All you have to do is write a post about your MOST embarrassing fitness mo
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Bloggers Unite for Human Rights: A Mom Speaks Out For the Families of Myanmar

Thu, 15 May 2008 12:00:00 -0400

This month marks the first anniversary of Bloggers Unite and they're launching an awareness campaign chosen by BlogCatalog members and partnering with Amnesty International. Today, May 15, 2008, bloggers across the Internets are uniting for human
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Nearly Wordless Wednesday: Be Still My Sunset Heart

Wed, 14 May 2008 15:42:43 -0400

I spent Mother's Day weekend weeding my parents' garden while my husband Garth (not his real name) under-planted their fruit tree with two flats of impatiens and vinca. Later, after indulging myself in a bowl of mussels swimming in marinara
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Mommyfest: An Interactive Online Event for Moms!

Mon, 12 May 2008 17:27:53 -0400

Being a mom is hard - although, I also believe that my husband Garth (not his real name) could really use a day off, or two - but, blogging about raising kids and killer dust bunnies makes life seem...I dunno... a lot more...you know...livable. E
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Child Web-Safety: It's NOT just a scare tactic.

Fri, 9 May 2008 17:51:30 -0400

Our superintendent sent out a letter that there would be an evening presentation held at the middle school on teaching your children about online safety. It's not the first time I've received such a notification. Besides, I attended something
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PBN Blog Blast: All I want for Mother's Day

Thu, 8 May 2008 15:01:46 -0400

The Parent Bloggers Network has teamed up with Johnson and Johnson to promote their new charitable giving site, Johnson’s Baby Cause, powered by Global Giving.As part of their responsibility to the global community, Johnson’s has hand-selected do
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Be sure to leave the twenty, on the nightstand, on your way out!

Tue, 6 May 2008 16:32:35 -0400

What? Is it Tuesday, already? Is it me...or, does anybody else NOT have the time...for anything, anymore? I swear, the older the kids get...well, you know...I wonder. Does anyone else know if snoring on my husband's lap is
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This Is My Early Morning Singing Song!

Fri, 2 May 2008 16:25:53 -0400

Gliddy glub gloopyNibby nabby noopyLa la la lo lo... I'm not a morning person. I'm a mommy, you know what I mean? Still. My husband Garth (not his real name) couldn't care less if I woke up, tomorrow, decided to shave my head and
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A Perfect Post for April - So, You From Wisconsin?

Thu, 1 May 2008 11:00:00 -0400

The kids and I recently had the pleasure of introducing my friend Dana (she's from Wisconsin) to her first seaside experience, not to mention the best damned "boardwalk pizza" in the Garden State! Okay, New Jersey is not perfect - peopl
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Our Time Share is Frustrating Me!

Tue, 20 May 2008 13:57:19 -0400

I like to be spontaneous when I travel, though I don't mind planning ahead either. With our timeshare though, I've been feeling boxed in. Sure there are neat places to go, but booking a place means it has to be available when you want to go, and timi
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Healing Pictures

Sun, 18 May 2008 18:48:49 -0400

I used to participate on a regular basis in Self Portrait Sunday. My friend Cass used to host it over on DigiCass.com. I think she does it over on MidlifeMusings.com now. I got away from doing it for awhile, and the blog I used to post it on, I put i
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You Don't Carry That? Are You Sure?

Thu, 15 May 2008 19:52:33 -0400

I'm a little peeved with Lord and Taylor today. I was on the website at Bridgewater Commons, and searched for a specific pair of shoes. It listed Lord and Taylor as not only having them, but having them in stock.You can then have them check the inven
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I'm Getting Old and Creaky!

Thu, 15 May 2008 13:49:14 -0400

Don't get me wrong, I'm young at heart. I've come to the conclusion that one of two things is happening. I'm either getting old, or ready to go into drug rehab! I mean, between the prescriptions on my table, and all my menthol and "stop pain" type of
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FBI 1 Corrupt NJ Mayor 18 to 24

Fri, 9 May 2008 15:29:53 -0400

Jeff Whelan of The Star-Ledger reported “Passaic Mayor pleads guilty to Corruption“. Passaic Mayor Samuel Rivera pleaded guilty this morning to federal corruption charges. Rivera, 61, among 11 public officials caught in a statewide FBI
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