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It is cold here in Saint Louis, and somebody is finding a way to keep warm and cozy. He picked a good spot too... that comforter is seriously soft. Happy New Year friends... 

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Aside from the shortage of place settings, Thanksgiving was lovely. With my family out of town we do the every-other-year holiday thing between Jordan's side and mine. This year was our STL Thanksgiving.... or what we like to call ThanksChristmas. It truly was lovely. With so many people coming to celebrate (18 Suzanne, not 16), we had the great room swap of 2011. Our entry and living room area

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This was taken opening day back in 2008.  The original game was rained out and the night it was rescheduled was.bitter.cold. Jordan is mourning the end of baseball season. In like a huge way. So much he keeps watching Game 6 over and over. If you've been living under a rock or following that silly sport known as "football" you should do yourself a favor and download this game on iTunes

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Game 7 of the World Series. Watching this team come back was pretty exciting, especially with this guy. I love me some Cardinal Nation. And it was pretty sweet watching the hometown hero rock the postseason. St. Louis Cardinals = awesomeness

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Remember that hutch I found in the alley this past summer? The one I was going to paint and refinish right away? Well, 4 months and 6 days later it is finished. Doesn't it look good?  I think it looks real good.  It is ready to go to it's new home. And I'm ready to start another weekend project.  Jordan, did you read that?  *weekend project* lol

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We went to NYC and joined saw the Occupy Wall Street protesters.

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Cards vs. Cubs, final regular season game.  I disappointed not only my husband, but all of Cardinal Nation by not wearing red. Shame caused my hair to take over my face that day.

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I'm drowning in insecurities. I always have been. Middle school was a bear as I see-sawed between struggling because I didn't look like everyone else and frustration when others dressed like me. Why can't I have clothes like Laura? was always followed up with I HATE THAT LAURA HAS MY SWEATER.  Sympathy for having to deal with me & congratulations for making it through those years can be sent

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This guy. What a nerd.

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Once there was a guy who loved Craigslist almost as much as life. I married that guy. And once there was an auto broker who used Craigslist to sell cars. We almost bought a car from him. About a month ago we sold our relatively gas efficient car on Craigslist. It was a fairly smooth process and thanks to high gas prices and a crummy economy we were able to get more out of it than we originally

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Our small group came over tonight and this guy was all up in everyone's business. But he couldn't ruin our time. We had bread. Brown bread. Have I told you how much I love our small group? 

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October 31, 1989 The Haunted Room In my neat room there is a vampire! "He sucks blud!" He comes out every night. He has long sharp teeth. I will feed him fish. He can add. He will kill you. He has black hare. He wears a big red hat. He will scare my mom. My mom grounds him for one day. ____ Suzanne I am Suzanne. I am seven years old. I have a dog. His name is Mufin. My

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I love fireplaces. In a huge way. While we have not actively used a fireplace in... um... 5 years, I still envision cozying up by the fire with a good magazine and a hot cup of coffee. Can I get an Amen! Jordan would prefer to not be cozy (or even use the word cozy) and just drink gatorade. Unfortunately for us we are unable to use our fireplace in it's current condition. That's ok, we

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No joke. She chose to lay like this. Sure it was after I forced her to cuddle with me. But regardless, she worked her body in such a way that she ended up in this position.Sweet Freedom! Clean teeth. Not so clean teeth.

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Saturday thus far: Sewing = TherapeuticRoosters = YumEstate Sale = Score While I still have poor, poor sewing abilities I do still love it. My most recent project is making underwear for Jordan. He has been asking for this for quite some time now. I'm finally getting around to making these. No, that's not true. I'm attempting diaper covers for future gifts. We found a very tarnished child's

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Untitled from Jordan Chapell on Vimeo.

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Oh Toby... Catching up on blogs I read this. "Come, let us return to the Lord; for he has torn us, that he may heal us; he has struck us down, and he will bind us up. After two days he will revive us; on the third day he will raise us up, that we may live before him. Let us know; let us press on to know the Lord; his going out is sure as the dawn; he will come to us as the

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It doesn't get much better than this.New dresses from Anthropologie (yes plural, love)Linguine with tomato-almond pestoFresh coffeeWhile Jordan celebrates tonight with a friend, I am basking in the goodness of the above. And my stitching. I can't get enough of this crewel embroidery thing. I look forward to it as much as I look forward to missed episodes of Pretty Little Liars.Don't judge.

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Lately I can't get Sandra McCracken's version of I Glory in Christ out of my head. What sweet words to dwell on. Plus it beats having Positive K's I Got a Man stuck in my head. No joke. Him I lean on, Him I followHim before the world I own.All the love of God is here,Love that casteth out all fearGod forbid that I should glory,Save in Christ the Son of God;Him who sought me, Him who bought me,Him

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"It is happy to love," said little Much-Afraid to herself and then she repeated: "It is happy to love." After putting the cottage in order for the night, because she was utterly tired out with all the conflicting emotions of that strange day, she went to bed. Lying there before falling sleep, she sang over and over again to herself another of the lovely songs from the old song book.O thou whom my

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Oh, dear.Let's start with the forehead. I mean seriously. And look at that face Tobias is making. Ridiculous.It reminds me of a scene out of The Ring. Except I now have to quickly think of something else because that movie.still.haunts.me.It has been a quietly busy time at the homestead. Jordan is helping a friend celebrate at a bachelor party and I'm packing up for a trip to Nashville tomorrow.

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Sunday, July 17, 2011U2 with friends

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I am blessed, yes. But life can be hard alongside the blessings. I forget too often that the grace of Jesus is sufficient. So I find myself searching for reminders of this promise, and so often I find these reminders in music. Thank you Page CXVI.When darkness veils his lovely face. He's not absent, but at times the crud and crap of this broken world cloud my vision.My hope is built on nothing

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Patience is not my virtue. Neither is finishing projects. Or routine.Regardless, I finally finished painting a small bookshelf we inherited from a garage sale 2 years ago. It was this fabulously cheap, whitewashed thing and it housed random cords and remotes (yes, plural) for our TV room. But a couple weeks ago I began priming and painting this bad boy. After seeing a bookshelf on Centsational

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The body of Christ can be so beautiful, it brings tears to my eyes.Jordan is in the hospital, a stay that will hopefully end tomorrow morning. Much like the 2009 visit, we have been surrounded by care and love from family and friends. We are so grateful for you all. Your calls, prayers and visits are so appreciated.From all of us, including Caroline & Toby: Thank you!via: rugglesstitch

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I drove by this on my way home this evening and rushed Jordan back with me to see it. We then walked around the block to the house it belonged to. But they didn't answer. And as proud reformed believers, we took that as a sign: the hutch belonged to us.It was predestined, if you will.I'm not 100% convinced this was meant to be picked up. It was technically on a neighbors property, though *so

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Look at us... so young! Early into dating Jordan I drove from Chattanooga to West Point for my bf's wedding. What a long drive... I was exhausted! On the way back he met me in Knoxville, via greyhound, to help me on the last leg of the trip. I married my best friend 6 years ago today. I am so blessed.

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I ♥ Liz Lemon

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We are big fans of Sean McConnell, this song especially:

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I love, love, love it when my parents visit. The trips always seem to short. Way too short. Like I kind of want them to come back this weekend and visit again. With Heidi. And maybe leave Heidi so we can enjoy that 90 lb fluff ball all to ourselves. I love it when they come with treasures... *new* typewriters. I officially have a collection! We stayed busy thrifting and making delicious meals.

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I miss this big, fine woman.

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Sharing this beautiful blog with you: http://www.rareandbeautifultreasures.com This post went up last week and was especially encouraging.

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Jordan's grandparents came in town this week to celebrate Christmas. While the true gift was time to spend laughing and sharing stories, they did come with sweet, personal gifts for each of us. Included in our bag was this garden stake and the lyrics to an old hymn on the back:Morning has broken like the first morning,Blackbird has spoken like the first bird.Praise for the singing! Praise for the

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Merry Christmas!Snow!A Christmas miracle!

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O come, O come, Emmanuel,And ransom captive Israel,That mourns in lonely exile hereUntil the Son of God appear. Rejoice! Rejoice!Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel. O come, Thou Wisdom from on high,Who orderest all things mightily;To us the path of knowledge show,And teach us in her ways to go. Rejoice! Rejoice!Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel. O come, Thou Rod of Jesse, freeThine own

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You know that thing that dogs do when they want to get comfortable?The fluffing and the scratching and the making whatever you are sleeping on more comfortable?It seems Carowhine got a LITTLE out of hand with the fluffing.

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We did it again. We went out shopping at 3:00am on Black Friday.Our plan?Stay hydrated and remain focused.

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Which means Toby is whining/barking/begging me to stop. Oh, Toby!Thy Mercy, My God Thy mercy, my God, is the theme of my song, The joy of my heart. and the boast of my tongue; Thy free grace alone, from the first to the last, Hath won my affections, and bound my soul fast. Without Thy sweet mercy I could not live here;

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So I just made these:Yeah for Tasty Kitchen!http://thepioneerwoman.com/tasty-kitchen/recipes/desserts/chocolate-pudding-cookies/And they are amazing!So much goodness!So much butter!This is dangerous because Jordan isn't here to help me eat them. I think I can handle it though. I'm a big girl with a big appetite.

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When we moved into our last house we inherited an old washing machine and an even older dryer. We are thankful, yes, but over the past 3 years we have both battled it out with these appliances. Our main focus of frustration comes from ruined work shirts, burn marks on linens, and the classic case of missing socks.what.the.what.Additionally we have discovered that the Ultimate Care II Quiet Wash

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2 oatmeal chocolate chip cookies1 piece of carrot cake1 peanut butter and honey sandwich1 piece of carrot cake2 oatmeal chocolate chip cookies*love* it when co-workers have birthdays. so many sweets & no need to buy lunch.

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I wish.We managed to grab a few pictures but overall sucked up documenting the weekend. The number of photos in no way represents the amount of fun we had. In fact, we were busy enjoying the short 3 days together that we completely forgot to take them! We decided riding the scooter was a MUST. She was a natural. My favorite part was when she commented on her mortality as we rode on the parkway.

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↑wienerIn other news: Aldi's has pumpkins for $1.99.Or you can go to Home Depot and pay $7.00+.I ♥ Aldi's

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sherwin williamsdinnerprime big roomprime closetbedcoffeecaulkpaint trim in big roompaint big room, first coatpaint closetprime ceilingcarl's for lunchsherwin williams (again)paint big room, 2nd coatpaint ceilingpaint closet, first coatsherwin williams (again)carl's again (dinner)coffeetouch-up paint in big roompaint closet, 2nd coathang new light fixture in closetarrested development, season

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Do we kind of wish our dogs could do this? Yes.

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lots of this: *scooting from church to lunch**scooting to monday's soccer game*some of this: *tricks for treats**tattooing toby*a couple days of this: *uncovering our hidden treasure, i.e. what has now consumed our lives*with breaks in between of this:*mucho mustache**unibrow*and finding discovering searching for our sanityby partaking in things like this:*napping* our apologies, caroline was

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Happy birthday to the woman that raised me believing in thank you notes, magazines and afternoon tea. You taught me that menstrual cramps earn sick days and soft answers can turn away wrath. You showed me that tall glasses of water in the kitchen can clear an anxious mind and that starting the day reading the bible is a good thing.Thank you for loving me through my teenage yearswhen it was so

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Caroline is pawing at the back door.Pawing but not barking. I locked the back door so she couldn't scissor-kick her way back in. She does this, she actually scissor-kicks the door in.So, as the lock denies her entry I am enjoying my wine-full glass and whine-less home.

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We returned Monday from a wonderful trip toColorado with Jordan's family.I love that place, so much I want to move.Like now.We'll settle for yearly trips.And by "settle" I mean, gratefullyaccept/wish/dream/anticipate.So much beauty.So much quiet.It's good for the soul.

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Would you guys totally judge me if I told you I watched almost 45 minutes of The Bachelorette's random interviews, deleted scenes and clips of The Weatherman (being an actual weatherman)? I kind of want my 45 minutes back...

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Walking out to the car this morning we saw this: Someone killed a possum and we believe that someone to be Caroline.Perhaps this is the offspring of the one-that-got-away.The vet advised that we praise the dogs when they kill squirrels and possums.that.just.feels.weird.But we did and then we cleaned it up. I threw up a little in my mouth when it was shoved into the grocery bag. I say shoved

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Tobias sleeps soundly each night. He tucks himself into the bed covers (gross, I know) and stays put until morning begins.No, that's not right. He stays put until Jordan's morning begins. "Morning" and "Jordan's morning" can be two VERY different things. On days I am home I get to see how he spends his day. I guess I envisioned more than what today he has offered. I envisioned a little

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beforeafterSpecial thanks to Sir Tobias for making this transformation possible. If it wasn't for your eye on the prize (dog next door, outdoor scents, general freedom) this would not have been possible. Your ability to disregard all training (insert laugh) and respect for your owners astounds us daily. Here's to you little buddy!Also, special thanks to the Jenkins for the fabulous blue

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Digory had never seen such a sun. The sun above the ruins of Charn had looked older than ours: This looked younger. You could imagine that it laughed for joy as it came up. And as its beams shot across the land the travellers could see for the first time what sort of place they were in. It was a valley through which a broad, swift river wound its way, flowing eastward towards the sun. Southward

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Today is such a beautiful day in STL and so I took Caroline for a walk in the park. Conversation I overheard between a mother and son as I walked by:Son, 4ish: Look! A dog!Mother: Now what did I tell you to do with dogs?Son: Shoot 'em!

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This is for you Charlotte sisters...The windows were open and Caroline was in the backyard barking. Rather than get up and beat her stop her from barking I yelled from my chair, "CAROLINE!!!".She stopped barking and I didn't have to move.Parenting from the couch.

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My curse is waking up early on Saturday mornings. Why I don't easily wake up M-F or Sunday, I'm not quite sure. But Saturday's I'm bright-eyed and ready to go... always before Jordan. Always before 7:00. Always unable to go back to sleep. It is usually my curse but this morning it is my blessing. I can lay here and think of all the good things in my life. My husband, my family, my friends, my

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Answer:Jordan watching both Twilight and New Moon, in the same sitting. You're the best...

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Today was a good day.It was sunny. An absolutely beautiful day. Windows open, lunch on the porch sort of day. Jordan returned from his DC/Philly adventure. Jordan was in my old hometown, driving down 202, a stone's throw from my old house! He experienced Wawa for the first time and is now forever changed. Obviously. His trip also means we are now owners of two bags of Wawa coffee. Score!I

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There were tears. There was blood. There was screaming. I fell down the stairs this morning, slipping on the very generic bottle of Windex I used earlier. My lower back smashed against the wood steps. My right elbow landed on the picture frames I placed there earlier. And I shouted. Jordan thought I broke my arm. Or my leg. Or both. Turns out it was nothing more than minor cuts to my elbow and

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I cry about most things in life.I cry when I'm stressed, nervous, happy, pissed. I sob. I weep. I lose total control over my emotions and begin wailing so uncontrollably that the only thing to console me is time. I am forced to wait it out. And tissues in hand, I do. After a more difficult day I found myself driving home ANXIOUS to sit with my husband and talk. Be. Drink coffee. Watch The

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My parents came to visit last weekend.This is a huge event considering there are no children in our home to hug and spoil. We are mere 9-5 working folk. But we offer two dogs with personality, one of which frequently poops and pees on the floor. We also offer laughing. Lots of ridiculous laughing about ridiculous things... like dogs that poop and pee inside.Oh it was a lovely visit! They oohhh'd

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The superbowl is supposedly going on right now. I really wouldn't know except for the random facebook updates. I have on Lifetime, or did. I'm currently switching back and forth between The Weather Channel and recorded shows of Will and Grace. A guilty pleasure, I know, but Jack is about to become Student Nurse Jack McFarland. ****Side note, I did just write "bowel" there. It took a good minute

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I pulled a real Linda today and drank water with my hand on my hip while staring out the kitchen window. I took it one step further and cut up an apple on the couch. It was lovely. It was so my mother.Luscious and Big Lar are heading up to see us this week. They are bringing tons-of-love (Heidi) along with. Carowhine is about to have her world rocked. I can't wait.Mom,Can't wait to see the afghan

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Last week I was all... And I'm afraid this week will be so much the same. *sigh*These are some long days friends.But pictures and videos like these make me smile at night. That and The Bachelor. And Jordan. He makes me smile too.

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I'm sitting on the couch with smart wool socks, men's pajama pants and college sweatshirt with my greasy hair pulled back. I'm playing free cell on my phone. Jordan is sitting on the couch next to me in his pajama pants and zip-up hoodie searching craigslist. "Jordan, are we boring?""I'm fine with that. Ok, I'm going to go juggle."And juggle he did.

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2009 was a big year for Caroline,so it was pretty hard for her to say goodbye.*She started to snuggle with Tobster.*She overcame her battle with anorexia.*She learned to shake hands.*She battled a possum.*She did not conquer her fear of other dogs (her 2010 resolution).Even still...From Caroline the whiniest of all dogs,Happy New Year.

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Uncle Jordan won the hearts and minds of the nieces and nephew with our gift. Straight from the heart and oozing with Jordan-isity we gifted them mini Disney camcorders from the magical website of Woot.Our sweet 6 year old niece gave us the biggest most appreciative hug just before confessing she had no idea what it was:) With 10 adults and 3 kids under 1 roof, hot water showers were sacred.

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This Christmas we will load the hot dog in the car and drive south to my parents.We are squeezing in lots in the short 3.5 day visit.We (read: I) plan to sit for hours in the living room, sipping tea and eating delicious goodies made by Marme. We will lounge around the kitchen table after dinner playing hearts and solitare and poker with Daddio.And we (read: all women in our family) plan to

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So I know that this chandelier will never resemble this one, but I can hope right? Please ignore the meringue-like ceiling. We removed the same ceiling in our entry and family room this summer. If I can say that the dining room is a prettier version of what we removed, I will. But the dining room ceiling will never fall into the category of pretty. At the most it is interesting. A more accurate

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It rivals the Virgin Mary's toast...and it shows us just how much Toby, The Amazing Pooping Wiener, loves us.Kudos for his creativity.

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it was lovely.

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brand new red dress old outfit: checkpainted nails: checkcurled hair: checkglass of wine: checktonight we are seeing white christmas down at the fox. i love dressing up.

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I try to avoid facebook applications. Well, I try to avoid facebook in general, but that need to know always pulls me back in.Curiosity, I curse you.This one sucked me in {thanks friend}. Who doesn't love this application.Seriously, tell me. Even after seeing how negative I can be, I still love it.Well, I appreciate it.

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window sign says: bean bags on sale!

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Yesterday was Jordan's birthday. While walking into dinner I asked him what 26 feels like.Am I supposed to say: Just like 25?Sure. But I hope 26 for you is better than 26 was for me.Oh gotcha, was the the year we were in Charlotte?I let it slide. I'm 16 months older than Jordan. We lived in CTL for 1 year and we have been in STL for 2.5 years.But I love that guy. I love that he refers to his new

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tonight jordan and i feasted on peppermint jo-jo's while watching a video of an ileocecal resection.delightful!

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One of my favorite shows is Scrubs. I love it. Believe me.But am I the only one who thinks that Season 9 resembles Saved By The Bell: The New Class?I'm 1.5 episodes in and missing how things used to be.

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Jordan set me up with google analytics a while ago, and while it is interesting, I can't help but feel so completely absorbed with ME when I view the report. It's kind of a bold statement to start your own blog. It is an even bolder statement to track who visits, how long they stay and where they hail from.It makes me feel... dirty? It confirms my self interest.*hangs her head in shame* I'm not

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answer:watching star trek with my husband

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Praise God that Jordan is home!Praise God that he is feeling (and looking!) much better!So much to be thankful for! Considering the past couple weeks, what is fresh on our hearts is health and YOU!** We are thankful for caring nurses and knowledgeable doctors **** We are thankful for a successful surgery **** We are thankful for finally being on the road to recovery **** We are thankful for

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Right now, like literally RIGHT NOW, marks two weeks since Jordan was admitted to St. Lukes. We are praying for a Wednesday discharge. Pray with us, please!

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...that when we do have kids, that their middle-of-the-night screaming will not be met with my middle-of-the-night rage. Will I scream SHUT! UP! NOW! to the crying babe like I do the barking dogs? I sure hope not.

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Forget the fact that he has been in the hospital for 9 days. Nevermind the pain. Don't even consider the 10 plus days without FOOD AND DRINK. Instead... mourn with us over this story.Besides Gatorade, Jordan's first love is Eggo Waffles.I'm sorry that was vague.Jordan's first love is STRAWBERRY EGGO WAFFLES.He gave them his heart a long time ago... and out of his mouth he just lamented:Why? Why

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Surgery scheduled for Monday, 1:00pm. He will be kept in the hospital for an additional 4 days so they can continue to monitor him. They should begin reintroducing liquids and food after surgery.Food! Drink! Thank you all for your prayers!

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Given the reason Jordan is in the hospital, he is not allowed to eat or drink. I may need to repeat that. HE IS NOT ALLOWED TO EAT OR DRINK.Today marks a week since he ingested anything. Day 3 of what we are now calling The Great Hospital Stay of 2009, he was allowed to chew gum.His friends have been amazing at finding (and not repeating) fruity flavored gum to bring him. * Bubblicious Bursts,

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Jordan is a superhero and tonight a sick superhero.Unfortunately we are sitting in the ER for what could be several days. *sigh*Leaving for the hospital I was wise enough to grab a small pillow, three books and a granola bar.Jordan was smart enough to pack the computer, power cord and cash.The cash scored me some fantastic wheatables... a forgotten love of mine.Pray for Jordan. As is with all

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That Jordan programmed the remote to control overhead lights in the family room.Also, that I actually know how to use this function on the remote (as well as in general).

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Found on You Tube here.

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I think we are going to need a new bag of flour...Don't you?Adding to the list of things to not leave on the floor:1. Brownie mix2. Ex-lax3. Underwear (I know... GROSS. Be thankful that there is no link to remind you of this episode)4. All-purpose flourThe culprit? Sweet Carowhine Whinerson. Her nose was covered in flour, her paws in the trail.And because I know you are DYING to know the results

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I came home tonight to this guy.He had fresh beer bread waiting for me at the door and homemade pizza baking in the oven.He was even wearing my apron.His lady friend (pictured above) was wagging her tail like I was the greatest person in the world.For a moment, I felt like it.I love my life.

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My inability to pack our house in an organized manner has led to some pretty unexpected finds these days. Linens in with the yard tools. Dishes packed with unmentionables. Dog sweaters (yes... DOG sweaters) packed with old checks. For weeks now Jordan has asked me if I have seen his electric razor cord. Since the Great Move of 2009 the cord has been missing. Every so often when his beard is

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Question:What can $14.99 buy you at Walgreens?Answer:Sidenote:For you Arrested Development fans,do the little man legs on thiscostume remind you of Uncle Jack Dorso?Because all I can hear in my head when I see this is"Dragon, SWOOP me!"

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HAPPY HALLOWIENER!

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As Jordan said earlier today, our car has died a very expensive death.We are in the market for a new-to-us car. Suggestions and donations are welcome. Preferably cash, large bills.***note to husband***Dear patient one,I guess this means I will not have to clean out the melted peppermint bark from the door cubby thing. That's the upside of this, for me at least.With love,Your every-messy and

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Looks like Caroline's long, lost sister/brother made this blog.*Note, not the raccoon.

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One of the bedrooms upstairs has a small addition. The addition sits over the deck and has some amazing closet space. When we first looked at the home they had this sweet light fixture, if you can call it that, in the center of the addition.Needless to say we were pretty bummed when the fixture was removed by closing day.What was left however, was the hand-written list of the Pauline epistles, in

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