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How I-94 Construction Traffic Is Like The Greek Debt Crisis

  It’s human nature to look out for #1, but those who make this their life’s mantra are full of #2. Last weekend I drove from my now-home in Illinois to my childhood home in Michigan for a quintessential 4th … Continue reading

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Music Is A Time Machine

I have discovered the secret to time travel. I was in a store the other day when the radio played Build Me Up Buttercup by The Foundations.  I wasn’t the only person who started singing along.  I could hear some … Continue reading

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Tupperware Party Hearty Without Me

I have a confession to make. I don’t want you to think less of me, but what kind of relationship can we have if it is built on a foundation of lies? The time has come to tell the truth. … Continue reading

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My Dad Has No Rhythm, Yet He Remains The Master Of The Dance

This post was my Father’s Day gift to my Dad several years ago.  It had the honor of being Freshly Pressed and remains one of my (and my readers) favorites. My Dad sired 9 children. He then topped that accomplishment … Continue reading

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Dance Like Nobody’s Watching

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Doing The Pantry Can-Can

I spent most of Saturday cleaning the kitchen pantry. Take a moment to let that statement sink in. Now you may commence with the “atta-Pegs,” because I deserve every one. This strange urge to clean may have something to do … Continue reading

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My Mother’s Hands

Today’s post is a replay of one I wrote several years ago.  I may have said it before, but the sentiment is everlasting: I love you, Mom.   I have my mother’s hands.   That’s not something I’ve ever taken as a … Continue reading

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6 Places Not To Use Facebook Check-In

  Facebook “check-in” is a great business tool…unless you’re engaged in monkey business. Are you familiar with this feature? Businesses post their locations on Facebook maps to make it easier for potential customers to find them. If you visit one … Continue reading

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Would The Prince Be Just As Eager To Kiss Sleeping Good Personality?

They say that beauty is only skin deep.  If so, that’s the kind of skin I want. My mind was wandering a bit during church the other day.  Instead of putting much-needed effort into improving my spiritual life, I found … Continue reading

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Curl Up And Dye, You Gravy Sucking Pig

  Hair’s What’s Happening The Mane Event American Hairlines From Hair to Eternity Head Hunters The Hairport A Cut Above We’ve all seen these signs.  Why do beauty salons seem to have a monopoly on bad pun names?  Is this … Continue reading

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