Cloud Gazing... Go ahead... I give you permission. - 08/26/11 01:39 PM
Seeing as how summer is starting to come to an end... (at least in my neck of the woods) I hope that you get time to get out and gaze at the clouds. Don't miss the moment cuz it'll be gone before you blink.Enjoy the yard that you work so hard to keep up and just sit back and look up. It's amazing what you might see.Dinosaurs, trucks, airplanes, monsters.... all flying over your head at a decent speed. (or maybe in your yard it's something more pleasant?)Keeping up a home is a big investment of time and energy. Our … (6 comments)
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If I were a tractor driving farm girl.... - 08/23/11 10:55 PM
If I were a tractor driving farm girl I think that I'd prefer this kind of ride! Really, how could a farm girl go wrong with a rocking chair, umbrella and some flowers to boot. Actually got a chuckle watching this tractor parade on Sunday. I was thinking of my grandparents farm and how my Gram's would drive a tractor once in awhile. Somewhere in the middle of my thoughts my Mom piped up and said something that shocked and amazed me before making me chuckle. Apparently my Gram's used to tell my Mom that she should NEVER learn how … (9 comments)
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Putting a goat to sleep.... - 08/21/11 11:09 PM
We went to the Nowthen Threshing Show today and enjoyed every minute of this special event! With all of us walking away with special memories of the day and learning more about farming and the "old way of life" we were thrilled to be able to attend!If you ask my five year old the best part was holding the baby goat and putting it to sleep in his lap. He insisted on feeding the kids and after a could of bleats successfully found one to sit with him. Both boys wanted in on the fun (as you can see), but … (5 comments)
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My baby..... - 08/20/11 10:46 AM
My baby boy turns FOUR today!!! As excited as he is... he really wants to be six and that's only because big brother is five. Growing up is never easy, but it is a great deal amount of fun!We are on our way out the door to celebrate BIG time the growing up of both our boys... one succeeding at sleeping through the night for a whole week and the other turning the clock on another year. It seems like just a day or two ago that I held my little ones in my hands and joggled him to … (7 comments)
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A Sock is a Pocket... (children's lit review on moving) - 08/19/11 01:01 AM
This week I ran across the cutest little book at the library. The kids didn't pick it, but I did because I had to see more than just the cover. Have you ever been drawn into a book that way? I just couldn't resist it.... it looked too cute!
A Sock is a Pocket for Your Toes has got to be one of my newest favorite books and if I find it in a store I'll add it to my library for sure. Once we read it the kids wanted to read it over and over. The basics of a sock … (3 comments)
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Out Riding... - 08/18/11 09:00 PM
We have discovered in our house (as of lately) that a nightly bike ride is as important to our evening routine as reading stories before bedtime.
With a 4-year old now having enough strength to push himself for a mile and a 5-year with too much energy (and riding circles around us) it's just a great night cap.It's been a glorious summer, but truthfully you wouldn't have found me out bicycling with my boys in July. Now being past our weeks of endless heat waves (sorry Texas) it's perfect weather for getting out for some family time.Not just a way … (1 comments)
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Have you stopped for a minute?.... - 08/18/11 09:45 AM
Summer is beginning to wane and the weather is starting to change. Donning jeans instead of shorts is quite appealing and the fans have ceased running at night due to nice crosswinds from the cool evening air.The gardens are still quite lovely with flowers popping up everywhere. Enjoying the scenery is as easy as looking out the windows and seeing the joyous splashes of color lighting up the gardens.
But, that doesn't stop a girl from pondering the great white that is to come. I truly think that is why we have such a brilliant fall season! Without the splash … (6 comments)
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Eat your veggies! ... wordless Wednesday. - 08/17/11 10:01 PM
If you have ever wondered why it's cool to own your own plot of land... I'll give you one of my favorites. They aren't always pretty,but they are yummy!(And fun to play with too!)Mr. Veggie man grew in our garden this week. See... When you pluck the veggies they don't always look cute, but they can!MMMMMMMmmmm. Off to eat my veggies.
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Around the world in how many days? - 08/16/11 06:15 PM
If you hang on social media you may have seen twitterings of a man orbiting the earth....IF you've seen these comments you might wonder:a. What on earth is he doing?b. Where in the world is he now?c. Does he let the world hang under the moon at night while he's resting?Well, after some research (and hanging on social media) I realized that he's out there rolling the world off it's axle for a reason. The "World Guy" is making some big talk for himself by promoting walking to stop diabetes. It's working too. I have it on good authority that … (2 comments)
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Might be a pain for big people... but for the little people?... A dream come true. - 08/15/11 02:18 PM
For thirty(one) years my parents have lived in the same neighborhood, on the same street, at the same address. In all those many years they have resurfaced the roads one time. Once. That's it.... that I can remember and that they talk about.This fall they aren't getting just a resurfacing, but a whole new road. For two months time the roads in the 5 block neighborhood will be torn up, ripped up, dug up and messy.Though the curb and gutter, sidewalks and smooth pavement will be a dream it's currently a nightmare to navigate. And, a mighty hefty bill going … (11 comments)
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Waiting for the paint to dry.... - 08/14/11 09:50 AM
As of recent I've been hearing twitterings and news reports that folks just cannot multi-task. So, as I sit here with cookies in the oven, waiting for my toes to dry, watching "The Cat in the Hat" with my 5-year old on my lap and writing a blog post I wonder how it's possible that I'm not doing just that. Multi-tasking. I think that the definition of mult-tasking got mixed up and confused at some point. The 'reports' I've been hearing say that no person can possibly do more than one thing at the same time. I beg to differ on … (13 comments)
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When things just don't fit.. - 08/12/11 10:55 PM
There comes a time in every family when the house is too small and you just don't have room for all the fun and hobbies that you'd like to enjoy. It could be a man cave, extra garage, game room, entertaining area, study, library, craft room, sewing space, scrap-booking room... bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen space.The sky is the limit in ways that we'd like to grow sometimes. For the gal at the right... I'm thinking that she'd like a music room. Across from our office there is an apartment complex. I heard music coming from the outside of the building and … (9 comments)
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It might be better to keep your head stuck in the mud.... - 08/12/11 02:12 PM
I spoke with a potential seller this week. They don't need to move, but want to move closer to work. Can't blame them with gas prices on such a demanding rise. However, the last time we chatted was a year ago. They have been working on getting their home ready to market with new paint, carpet, repairs.... not realizing that prices were still changing.
And, prices have changed. What they would have gotten a year ago is not what they'd get today. That is why we do current market reports - especially in this ever changing market.
Anyways... after their … (4 comments)
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Checking out the cars... old cars that is... - 08/11/11 02:46 PM
The event happening yesterday in Elk River was happening down at Orono Park. An ol' car show and festivities for the whole family brought the community together for a bit of fun and sunshine.With my competitor being the main sponsor (shhhhh) didn't mean that we weren't going to take the time to enjoy.Free hot dogs, balloon animals, kids games and bouncer, music and the cars. My kids liked all kinds of cars, but there were a few favorites. This purple beauty was 'just their size' and it took a bit of convincing to keep them from climbing in and pretending … (8 comments)
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Need a rest? So'd the bear! - Wordless Wednesday - 08/10/11 02:39 PM
Need a little rest? Just join the polar bears at Como Zoo! It might be the heat or they might be getting ready for the Minnesota State Fair, but either way he sure looks comfy all tucked up into the rocks. This is a great time of year to visit the small but delightful zoo. Especially if you are looking for an affordable family friendly affair.
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Can't believe it!... - 08/09/11 03:47 PM
Four years and counting.... and I can't believe what I see... It was before my son was born (my 4-year old this month) that our backyard neighbors moved out and vacated their home due to foreclosure. Little did they know that it would take this long to actually process their house and that they moved way before it was necessary. Anyways, on Monday this week I saw someone out cutting the grass. I almost feel bad for them as the grass has been waist high there for a long long time. But, it spawned me into taking a walk.
Guess … (6 comments)
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If only the path were clear.... - 08/09/11 12:18 AM
There are those moments in life where everything is topsy turvy and you are looking for the door that leads to your future... but it's kind of hard to find among the weeds and thorns surrounding it.
For a buyer these moments frequently come with location, price, condition, and like.Memories of a weeping willow as a child may make a huge difference in the choices made.Type of financing may decide for a buyer, but may also make it more confusing. Do you go FHA with something farther away or stick with Conventional and live closer to work?
A buyer … (6 comments)
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Preparing for the Unpredictable... - 08/08/11 01:58 PM
I can honestly say that I'm grateful that here in the heartland we don't have to worry about cyclones, hurricanes, earthquakes (normally)... The unpredictability for us come in many other ways.100 and steamy humid from sunup to sundown quickly turns to massive thunder booming storms dropping trees in an instance. Leaving in the morning (especially during the summer) doesn't mean that it will stay that way.Just the other night I got stuck at my Mom's house during a gushing deluge of rain while seven miles away my hubby sat at home in the sunshine. The storm did reach our home that … (6 comments)
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Soaking in a Sunday.... - 08/07/11 11:59 PM
Ever wish you could just sit back and soad in the sunshine? I love these giant beauties... they are so smart to watch the sun all day long.
Bowing their heads at night and refreshing with the daybreak. I love growing my precious beauties. Gorgeous and fresh.I hope that you had a time to sit back and enjoy the sunshine today!
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Making my car my home sweet home... - 08/07/11 11:25 AM
Real estate agents throughout time have together realized that having a car usually means living in the car. Whether our clients are buyers or sellers it is just a matter of time before we find ourselves out on the road taking care of business. Our current market has not helped this situation, but made it more a reality than ever. With banks requiring "drive bys" and vacant homes needing more attention than ever... as an agent I find myself spending much time on the road. Yesterday I was facing my weekly "drive bys" and knowing full well that five hours … (11 comments)
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The year of the butterfly.... - 08/05/11 11:28 PM
It seems that this year has brought more butter beauty than normal in our neck of the woods. I've found myself absolutely distracted with the hand sized wings flittering around late this summer. Maybe it's the flower variety that I planted this summer... Maybe I'm more observant with my children chasing them...Maybe there really are more than normal?I don't know, but I can't resist them. They distract me from my work! It's like being a child and chasing something not willing to be caught. If only I had a butterfly net.From blues to yellows and oranges the colors have been … (6 comments)
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Guess Who's Been Visiting My Garden Again.... - 08/04/11 11:06 PM
I have taken drastic measures to protect my garden. We have tall fences surrounding it's exterior - which the deer have knocked down to get at my peas and beans. We added Irish Spring to the exteriors - which they are now ignoring. I must say... We have heard rumors that other things work but having tried several to no avail I'm thinking that we are going to have to try something even bigger.Since deer hunting isn't allowed until later in the year we are looking for alternate solutions. I have wrist rocket and salt pellets, but not sure that … (11 comments)
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Children's Lit Review..... Homes take vacations? - 08/04/11 10:48 AM
The House Takes a VacationBy: Jacqueline Davies
Okay, so maybe this isn't a book about moving, but it's worth the list. With little legs and a LOT of personality... this house is worth the read especially if you are heading out on a vacation.Have you ever wondered what happens at home while you are away? If this book is accurate at all our homes have a lot of fun when the adults are gone.From making decisions to jumping in the ocean and leaving it's foundation behind.... this book covers all the vacation basics.With a few giggles and play … (2 comments)
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Wordless Wednesday... Back to my garden again... - 08/03/11 12:59 PM
The rabbits love... the deer not so much.Hungry Anyone? How 'bout a little cabbage with your lunch?In just a wee bit of time these beauts will be ready for eating.Yummmmm.... I can taste the cabbage soup already!Did you grow a garden this year? If you did was it big or little? Or maybe you grew a patio garden? The possibilities are endless and I'd love to hear your tales.
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A little photo fun... with Zinnias... - 08/02/11 10:54 PM
Just can't help myself. My gardens have suffered this summer with many many windy storms... deer raidings... bug infestations... so watching my flowers bloom is an absolute joy!I don't mind a bit taking a minute out and sharing (once again) a few of my favorites with you.Sunflowers are starting to bloom, but for today we are sticking with this Zinnias.Hope that you enjoy!
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Marvelously Monday..... - 08/02/11 12:08 AM
Just a wee bit of beauty from the garden this fine Monday night. Hope that you found as much beauty in your day today.If you don't have a garden to provide this kind of beauty, but would like one, then let me know and I can help you.There are many homes available at this time waiting for someone to tend their gardens!
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