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Day 226: It Stinks

Posted on 10/25/2020 by chick

Today I sent my husband to Target to pick up some needed supplies, including hand soap and tissues. But what I really wanted was some Lysol or Clorox bathroom cleaner. I’ve been trying to get some for months, but apparently … Continue reading →

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Day 225: Lesson Learned

Posted on 10/24/2020 by chick

I ordered 20 books from the library last week, and they arrived today. Hooray! According to our library receipt, we saved $300 by borrowing rather than buying. Isn’t the library awesome? But I haven’t forgotten how the library shut down … Continue reading →

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Day 224: Happy Trails

Posted on 10/23/2020 by chick

Our driveway was covered in leaves. My husband cleared a trail for Livia to bike on. The kids liked it so much that they made more trails. Now I have all these routes to choose from as I walk.

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Day 223: I Still Hope I’m Wrong

Posted on 10/22/2020 by chick

Three COVID-19 cases were reported this week in our school system: a staff member at one middle school, a student at the other middle school, and a child in the preschool program. It hasn’t even been three weeks since in-school … Continue reading →

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Day 222: Leaves

Posted on 10/21/2020 by chick

We are so fortunate to be having a good foliage season this year. The caterpillars didn’t defoliate the trees during the spring, so we’ve got big, beautiful leaves like these falling in our yard. This is just a sampling of … Continue reading →

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Day 221: Gift

Posted on 10/20/2020 by chick
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Day 220: Today’s Selfie

Posted on 10/19/2020 by chick
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Day 218: Something to Look Forward To

Posted on 10/17/2020 by chick

I talked to my mom today, and we agreed on a plan to get to together for Christmas. The plan involves strictly quarantining for a week beforehand and attempting to drive the entire distance with no bathroom breaks. It will … Continue reading →

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Day 217: Rescheduled

Posted on 10/16/2020 by chick

Last October I scheduled my annual physical for this day. I had forgotten all about until I checked my voicemail last night and got the reminder. I thought about keeping the appointment, but I wasn’t in the mood for that … Continue reading →

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Day 216: Change of Scenery

Posted on 10/15/2020 by chick

Today we went to the park. My husband and daughter rode their bikes while Marshall and I went for a hike (Marshall’s bike is busted, so biking wasn’t an option for him). It was a breezy day in a large … Continue reading →

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