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Most wonderful time of the year!
Ah, Christmas. We know what it’s all about. The baby Jesus and how God sent us His son so He would suffer for our sins. Caring, kindness, love, charity, treating others as they should treat you. It’s this time of … Continue reading
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This kid…
So, as you well know, Hank is a ripe old 8 years of age. And with that age comes much, much wisdom. Some of his more memorable nuggets as of late: To my brother, at his wedding, which yes, was … Continue reading
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Things that don’t wash off
December is here, and despite my curled lip and huffy anger at all that is winter, even I like Christmas. So, it’s time to start that decorating. Recently, my mother has been able to slowly but surely unload a few … Continue reading
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Family matters
In case anyone was wondering which of the five of us — my brother, my sisters and myself – is the strangest, let me go ahead and answer that for you: The answer is yes.
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No, no…. Thank YOU!
Top 10 things I am thankful for this year: 1. Coffee. You are so delicious and wonderful and you help me both wake up AND poop. Thank you. 2. Summer. Sure, you are gone. But I love your heat and … Continue reading
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Happy Halloween!
Now, you’d think in our household, Halloween would be enjoyed best by those whose ages consist of only one digit. But judging from this year’s photos, I think we know who had the most fun:
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Embrace the awesome
When you drive into downtown Joliet, there is a sign. It reads, “If it’s fun, it’s in downtown Joliet!” For real. Now, not to speak poorly of Joliet. It is, after all, home to the Rialto Square Theatre, where Jim … Continue reading
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Tag team parenting
Parenting is hard. That is both an understatement and an overstatement. Of course it is hard. When you have the baby, you’re so concerned with late night feedings and lack of sleep and whether your boobs will work and if … Continue reading
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Sins of the father
DATELINE – Tuesday night. As I’ve done all but three or four Tuesdays in the past two and a half years, I worked. Tuesday is the night we do layout for the fabulous Braidwood Journal. If you haven’t read my paper … Continue reading
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Summer’s last blast
It was a familiar sight this morning. The backpacks. The fresh haircuts. The shiny new shoes. The refusal to listen. Ah, yes, back to school time has arrived. I love summer with a passion that few people understand. Sure, everyone … Continue reading
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