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Scratchings in the Dirt

A good long day.

I went to a funeral today.  A four hour drive, about three hours for the service and visiting, then the four hours home again.  A long day.  But I’m so very glad I went.  We were there to celebrate the 96-year-long life of my dad’s uncle, my grandpa’s brother, and the last of that generation

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Quick Takes

It’s been exactly one month since my last post.   There were some amazing posts written (in my head) since then.  Alas, I didn’t go to the computer and actually record any of them.  So, we’ll see what I can remember and do a little point form post.  And add some pictures, just for fun!

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They still need me!

Stephen had a hernia repair done two days ago, and is staying here with us to recuperate.  I am so glad I am able to be here for him, and so glad that he is willing to let us take care of him.  It is sort of good to feel needed again.  Even if it

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The heat is … off.

I am amazed at what I accomplished last week.  Of course, there was a serious deadline – Easter – and just to add a bit more pressure, I decided to paint my kitchen cabinets and have our friend, who built us new cupboard doors, come out and install them.   That was when I thought

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