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Happy Birthday Mom

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Leah
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Well, I won’t list all the reasons why I love her according to her age like I do with the kids because she may not like that too much! But suffice it to say, there are the same number of … Continue reading →

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Happy Valentine’s

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Leah
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I was never a huge fan of Valentine’s Day. I guess it stems from not being the most popular in high school where Valentine’s Day seemingly starts to be a big deal. You know, with those candy grams? Some people … Continue reading →

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Quote of the Week

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Leah
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“Expecting the world to treat you fairly just because you are a good person, is like expecting the bull not to charge just because you are a vegetarian”. I thank my friend Natalie for this one. She posted it on … Continue reading →

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Weekly Snaps of Life

Posted on February 12, 2012 by Leah
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running beauty, sam surprise dinner, zach in limo for friend’s birthday, happy 9th birthday josh, ethiopian house birthday dinner, rob and the gorgeous sun dog, more running beauty with the moon, fairmont royal york hotel, valentine, ki, sushi, circus truffles, … Continue reading →

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The French Way

Posted on February 11, 2012 by Leah
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I just ordered a whole bunch of books. Not sure why, because I promised myself that I would read what I have in my house before ordering anymore…so I’ve got about 20 books waiting to be read. That should take … Continue reading →

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Man’s Search for Meaning

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Leah
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I just finished reading “Man’s Search for Meaning” by Viktor Frankl for my book club. I should say rather I just finished listening to it. I have a hard time squeezing in reading unless I am on vacation. So I … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Pasta Carbonara

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Leah
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There are two recipes I play around with that can be called “Pasta Carbonara”. The first one I call “Bacon Onion Pasta”. It’s quick and yummy, but some picky eaters complain about too many onions. Bacon – about 10 stripsOnions … Continue reading →

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Best 10’s: Back to Running

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Leah
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We have had such a mild winter – which has been so nice in some ways. This morning it looked like a beautiful spring morning, and I knew I could no longer hide behind the “frigid winter, too much snow” … Continue reading →

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Happy 9th Birthday Josh

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Leah
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Josh turns 9 today! When he was little, we called him “Baby Josh” (or “Baby Dosh” as Zach would say). I never imagined a time when we wouldn’t call him that! But not so much now. But he’s still that … Continue reading →

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Quote of the Week

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Leah
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“The best way to see faith is to shut the eye of reason”Benjamin Franklin It is good to get an education, to read, to gain knowledge. We must always challenge ourselves and expand our brains and horizons. We need to … Continue reading →

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I am a Mom, Stepmom and wife who by day also doubles as a Speech Language Pathologist in private practice. I started this blog because I want to document our journey as a family as we grow, change and continue to “blend” into our blended family. This is the place where I share the amazing adventures of raising my flowers and skids. Click Here for more.

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