Post Holiday Blues

December 29, 2010
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It happens every year. There are no more cookies to eat, presents to buy, or parties to attend. The energy of Christmas has been thrown out with shredded wrapping paper and there isn’t a worthy holiday is sight for months (Valentine’s Day doesn’t count!). Yes, I’m talking about the post-holiday blues. As much fun as […]

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White Christmas Is Overrated

December 28, 2010
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I can’t believe so many days have passed and I’ve not blogged. It certainly hasn’t been due to lack of desire; I’ve been blogging in my thoughts and taking pictures of all things blog-worthy. It’s just that every time I sat down to blog, I was interrupted by a family member or distracted by a […]

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Snowed In

December 25, 2010
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Merry Christmas! I hope this post finds you well and in the company of loved ones, warm, and with a belly full of wonderful Christmas treats. I’m happy to report that I am safe and sound with my family in Asheville despite an unexpected turn of events yesterday afternoon. Isaac and I were en route […]

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The Silly Band Club

December 23, 2010
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The first rule of Silly Band Club is, you don’t talk about Silly Band Club. Since I don’t make the rules, I’ll leave you with this picture and just say that much fun can be had when you combine Silly Bands, Cailtin, Kristien, Isaac, Nicole, and wine. Before the Silly Band Club convened, I was […]

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Cookies, Cookies Everywhere

December 21, 2010
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All of sudden, Christmas cookies are all around me: at work, at parties, at the store, in the mail, in my house, in my car, and in my bed. As a result, I have consumed an embarrassing number of cookies in the past 7 days. Oddly enough, I’m not that worried about the consequences and […]

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The Nutcracker

December 21, 2010
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After a night of cinnamon debacles and acting like an 18 year-old, a classy and cultural event was in order. Therefore, BFF Angie and I joined the ranks of a million little girls donning their Christmas best to see The Nutcracker. Angie was a Nutcracker virgin up until last year and even though I’ve seen […]

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There’s Always Next Month

December 19, 2010
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Before recapping my weekend shenanigans, I want to thank all of you who shared your thoughts on my race dilemma. I was hesitant to put my insecurities and fears in black and white, but I’m glad I took the risk. Writing out my thoughts, processing your feedback, and talking to Caitlin has given me the […]

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Contemplation

December 15, 2010
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Have you made any choices that you deeply regret? If not, I’m sure I’ve made enough poor choices for me and you and all 10 of my readers. There are days where I can see the bigger picture and find hope. Then there are days where I long for the past, before I made decisions […]

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