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Much to be Grateful For….

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Leah
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This Thanksgiving was our 5 year Family Anniversary! It was 5 years ago that our lives started to merge, as I discussed back here. We, as usual, were childless for the first part of the weekend, and then got everyone … Continue reading →

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Study Skills 105: Rule of 3’s Continued

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Leah
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Three three three. That is what we talked about a couple of weeks ago and I discussed here. We went to Curriculum Night the other night (Meet the Teacher). Josh (who is in grade 4) has a pretty strict teacher … Continue reading →

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Dear Bitter BIrth Mother

Posted on October 7, 2012 by Leah
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While I usually try to stay quite positive on my blog, as this is a history for my children, I also want this blog to be about our journey and struggles with being a blended family, and the things I … Continue reading →

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Child Dates

Posted on October 6, 2012 by Leah
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Every second weekend we have the three kids on their own on the Friday night and Saturday, while the boys are with their Dad. Rob decided to take Gabe and Sam to the Canadian Heritage War Plane Museum, while Zandra … Continue reading →

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Everyday life

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Leah
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I was scrolling through Rob’s photos on his phone and came across these ones. They were taken in the Miami airport while we were waiting for our flight home from our cruise this summer. Whenever we tell people we are … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Meatloaf

Posted on October 4, 2012 by Leah
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Meatloaf. Ugh. I dreaded it when I was younger. Then I tried this recipe and I quickly changed my mind. Very moist and tasty. Enjoy!Brown  Sugar Meatloaf1 c. brown sugar1 c. ketchup3 tbsp Worcestershire1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef or … Continue reading →

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The Gum Company

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Leah
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“Were you aware that your son was selling gum at school”? “Yes”, I responded. The Vice Principal at the other end of the phone was taken a back a little. “So, you did know”? Uh Oh. I guess it’s a … Continue reading →

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Quote of the Week

Posted on October 1, 2012 by Leah
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“Before you speak, listen. Before you react, think. Before you spend, earn. Before you criticize, wait. Before you pray, forgive. Before you quit, try”. … Continue reading →

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One More Night

Posted on September 30, 2012 by Leah
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My Mom often sends me links to articles she has read that concern parenting or mothering, from various magazines or newspapers. This week she sent me this one and it really moved me. The article was based on a comment made … Continue reading →

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Taco Mac n Cheese

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Leah
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Ok – maybe not the healthiest, but certainly a favorite around here. Brown ground beef (1 or 2 packs depending on how many people you are feeding) and mix in taco seasoning. Spread the meat in large 9×13 pan. Make … 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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