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How to Play MoiMoi (or What is MoiMoi?)
One of my kids favorite things to play is MoiMoi. I don’t really remember how that term came about but I do know Timmy started it, and it’s usually Timmy that comes and asks “Mom can I play MoiMoi?” It’s a very intricate game, well as intricate as a two…
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A Surprise Birthday Party
First off I think I need to say, today is not my birthday or anyone in my families birthday. That being said. My kids threw me a surprise birthday party this morning. Complete with cake with candle to blow out, presents, and games. This was the cake, complete with candle…
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Gotta Love Small Towns
I get a call from my husband yesterday morning. Mind you I was still mostly asleep. “I just wanted to let you know I got pulled over this morning in town and got a ticket.” I’m thinking great we can’t afford this, what did you do? He starts laughing. Really…
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The Wii has its Wings
About two weeks ago my wii was working just fine. Our new favorite use for the wii is really not why we got it but, I do so love the ability to watch older shows and movies on netflix through my wii. Anyway back to my story, the wii was…
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A Weekend to Relax
We had a great weekend in Lake of the Ozarks, visiting my in-laws, celebrating Ally’s birthday, boating, swimming, fishing, and as always when we go lots of eating. Mark took the three older kids out in an inner-tube, none of them were too thrilled with the idea but they all…
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“This is what I’ve always wanted for my Birthday”
So Saturday my little Ally girl turned 4 years old. She wanted a princess birthday, and she wanted to visit her Grandma and Papa at the Lake. How can you say no to a little girl? She requested a doll cake and I was happy to oblige, although I wasn’t…
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Project Complete
Ally turns 4 on Saturday. She is growing up so fast. One of her favorite things to do is to play dress up, and right now she loves to dress up as a princess. I decided that instead of buying a princess dress I would attempt to make one. I…
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I’m Back
Well it’s been while since I’ve been able to sit and write a post. After returning from California we were home for two days and then took off for a wedding in Ohio. The kids stayed with some friends, and had a blast. I was the matron of honor and…
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Home again Home again
We are home again, at least for now. We are missing California, my family, and the weather. It was a fun and full week in California, although somewhat bittersweet. The kids got to swim with my siblings in my parents pool. and got much more comfortable with being in the…
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We Made It
Well Thursday the kids and I flew to California. It was a fun adventure. Mark drove us to the airport and helped us get our luggage checked on. Such a good husband. He stood for a while as we made our way through the slow security line. When He did…

