Ketchup

I've been on hiatus, friends. Yes, I've missed you, too. While I have no real post in mind and warning you of the randomness, let's  "ketchup", shall we?

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My little-bloggy turned one... uhhh a few days ago. A whole year of writing and rants- I still can't believe it's been that long. I've had fun writing, thus far, and am glad I've stuck with it. High five for dedication!  A special thanks to you for reading- and giving back your humorous feedback!

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I'll tell you a little secret.

Shh..

Don't tell though.

I've not put up even ONE holiday decoration  or bought ANY Christmas presents.

Gasp.

I know.

Scrooge just can't seem to get it together.

I love looking at everyone else's beautiful trees, ornaments, menorahs, snowmen and such.

And usually, I am all over it. But, alas, we are bare over here.

I'm not sure what it is, it feels like I am waiting on something??

Perhaps I'll try to work on it this weekend.. Perhaps...

What DO I love, however??

This HUGE free tutorial kit of some fab DIY decorations/ideas from Jones Design Company.

Man, she's got some lovely stuff..

I made a few things from it last year.

And when I actually DO get around to presents, I am going to go back and grab her gift tags. So cute!

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Got the best little email saying my December Birchbox has been shipped, and on it's way!Just love the little pink package in the mail!

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Here are a few precious things that I got to hear this week, at work:

* Mrs. Lindsey, I know how to brush my teeth, now..(I would hope so, you are in the 3rd grade)

* Mrs. Lindsey, I wear an 18-20 in pants now. I am a real grown-up boy. What size do you wear?

* Mrs. Lindsey, I know what sound a peacock makes.. (Ummmm, what then??)

My favorite:

 A group of older kids were working on inferencing. I read the prompt:

"We all got down the board. Mary rolled the dice. Janet collected two rental properties. Dave passed GO and collected $200"

I asked them: a) what were they doing, and b) what key words help you to know

One boy wipes his brow, nervously looking at his teammates. With a whisper, he answers:

"Gambling??"

Hahaha....

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Black polish is my favorite in the winter