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Monthly Archives: August 2017
Things I’ve Learned About Bedbugs
Things I’ve learned about bedbugs: Bedbugs are the result of unfortunate circumstance. Cleanliness is not a factor. Social standing is not a factor. Anyone can get them. Any place can become infested. So don’t judge people for having bedbugs, and … Continue reading
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My Vacation: Part II
Our vacation was officially ruined. It’s not just that being eaten by bedbugs is unpleasant. It is, and we got little sleep as a result. The biggest problem is that bedbugs love to travel, and you don’t want to spread … Continue reading
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My Vacation: Part I
Our vacation destination was a cottage on a lake located about six hours from our home. It’s a long drive and, as is usually the case, we left late. We also hit traffic. As a result, we arrived after dark. … Continue reading
Sunny Days
Dear Kids, I have fallen behind in writing posts to you. Even enjoyable tasks can pile up and be difficult to manage. That is what has happened. I know how to deal with this problem, though, and I will share … Continue reading
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Coyote Days
Our days have been randomly punctuated by the eerie yip-yips and howls of coyotes. It sounds like a whole kennel of puppies have taken up residence directly behind our house. If I open the door and step outside, they stop … Continue reading
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New Disease
Heard around the house: You have poo-die-itis. You have only fifteen minutes to live, and it’s already been ten minutes!
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For the Record
Dear People of the World, For the record, I am tolerant, but I am not nonjudgmental. As far as I’m concerned, you can do anything you like as long as you obey the law and don’t step on the rights … Continue reading
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