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Carrie's Blog

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It Girl 10:4 23 Jun, 2008
My first baby turns 7 tomorrow, and so she is a hot commodity around here. She was invited to stay overnight at her friend’s house for a couple days, and then later this week, it will be an overnight with...
Quiet 13:56 20 Jun, 2008
I'm fairly sure I'm the only one still here in my department. It's tempting to leave a couple of minutes early (except for that pesky phone policy), but I actually like staying when it's quiet like this. I can get...
Summertime, and the living is easy 7:51 6 Jun, 2008
I do so love summer. I love the early morning quietness, when the sun is golden and the birds are singing. It’s so much easier to get out of bed on those warm days, even on those days when I...
History and Future 20:20 3 Jun, 2008
Yes. We. CAN!...
Finn and Elijah's Blog

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13 months old and uses the potty 18:11 3 Apr, 2008
I know it's hard to believe, but I am actually having more success with Elijah using the potty than with Finnegan.Or maybe, it's normal.  However,  today after Elijah ate dinner, I put him on the big potty with the insert...
My Son 0:31 22 Jan, 2008
I love this kid. christmas, finnegan, helicopter...
The Present-er, or the Present-ee ? 22:20 2 Jan, 2008
Elijah got just a couple of things for Christmas, but he's so happy all the time anyway. This one is his favorite though....
In Love 22:16 2 Jan, 2008
Finn's favorite present. I - oops, I mean Santa probably should've stopped here. This Batman has a grappling hook that comes out of his arm with a short cord on a retractor. Finn loves it. You can also see the...
Nancy's Blog

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Stop whining 13:52 14 Mar, 2008
No that's not a command to put down your glass of favorite merlot, it's something that I am going to try to do for 30 days.  Somewhere in the US a pastor challenged his parish to try not complaining for...
Can people really spit nails when they are really, really frustrated? 16:46 11 Mar, 2008
You that saying, "life's a bleep,bleep, bleep."  Well, I would change it to "life's a very, very, mean, unhappy, dissatisfied person you meet, become friends with, help her as much as you possibly can and then she stabs you in...
Collapse of an empire 21:41 11 Feb, 2008
The date on my last blog entry was about nine days before everything fell apart for me at my studio Artis Photography north of Seattle.  The events were so distressing that I couldn't bear to reveal my disappointment until now. ...
Celebrity sighting 13:25 18 Sep, 2007
On Friday, Sept. 14th, I photographed Martin Sheen who is one of my favorite actors. Not only is he a great actor and tireless activist, he's also a very nice person....
Doug's Blog

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Happy New Year! 13:59 2 Feb, 2008
Oh, we're so late on our Christmas New Years Groundhog Day Chinese New Year Holiday Letter! A long and happy life to you! elijah, finnegan, nancy...
Why I Am Opposed to the War 0:19 22 Jan, 2008
Each year on the third monday of January I hear this amazing speaker on NPR all day. No commercials, weather, traffic or breaks. The voice is a bit slow and measured, but the content pokes you in the chest, over...
Why Nancy Gets Presents 16:20 1 Jan, 2008
the reason Nancy gets great presents every year is she is so appreciative. This one is the ice cream maker, but she doesn't even know that yet....
Upgrade Time! 23:27 29 Dec, 2007
I've been meaning to change my blogging habits for a long time. The kids are growing up so fast, and writing down their exploits daily (along with taking pictures) seems like a good way to hold onto some of those...
Monica's Blog

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New job (again) 17:36 8 Jun, 2007
As some of you may know, I will be starting back up with Sara starting Monday. That means I get to spend my days of this beautiful summer with my niece and nephew. What a great job eh?...
New skirt 17:27 20 Nov, 2006
This is a skirt I made for a friend. Pretty cool huh?...
My fabulous new toy 13:1 20 Sep, 2006
Well, it seems it has been a year or more since I last made an entry here. There are actually some new things happening in my life (well John's really) but here goes... I received a fantastic birthday present from...
I am thankful for... 13:20 31 Jan, 2006
I am so thankful for my family. Sometimes I cannot beleive how lucky I am to have a family as great as the one that I do. Family is the one thing in one's life that remains constant, the one...
Sara's Blog

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Luke's Antics 15:33 20 Mar, 2007
Luke is a very fun fellow these days. He is saying so many words, and trying to put them together. One of his new favorite words is "pochippies". And here is why:...
Luke and Elena in February 15:20 20 Mar, 2007
Early February Mid-February Late February...
Grandma Mary and Papa John 19:51 28 Jan, 2007
The grandparents visited in January. Luke had such a blast with Uncle Chris, Grandma was the only one Luke would brush his teeth for, and Papa John had some great tips for keeping Elena happy....
Luke Growing Up 14:41 28 Jan, 2007
Here is Luke at 21 months. When you say "Smile" to Luke, this is the smile you get....
MaryAnn's Blog

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Rocky's modeling pose 23:28 22 Aug, 2006
Rocky is on the move 23:25 22 Aug, 2006
Rockford Winston Balboa! 23:7 22 Aug, 2006
A couple of months ago we brought home Rocky, our little black compact dog! Here is a picture of him hanging out in our apartment. He is the joy of my day (besides Paul of course)! It breaks my heart...
I Donated My Hair to Locks of Love!!! 18:0 12 Mar, 2006
How do you like my new look?  This is the shortest I have ever had it, but I really like it so far!  This picture was taken in my new apartment.  Hopefully everyone will be able to come by sometime. ...
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