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Getting Cable...Sort Of
Well the kids thought that hell had frozen over. We finally got cable television, which I had resisted for years despite begging and pleading of Biblical proportions. But to be clear, I got only the broadcast tier. What’s that? You have never heard of the broadcast tier? That is because cable companies don’t want you to know that you can pay about $11 a month for excellent reception (no converter... (posted by Mary 1 year 236 days ago.)
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Well the kids thought that hell had frozen over. We finally got cable television, which I had resisted for years despite begging and pleading of Biblical proportions. But to be clear, I got only the broadcast tier. What’s that? You have never heard of the broadcast tier? That is because cable companies don’t want you to know that you can pay about $11 a month for excellent reception (no converter... (posted by Mary 1 year 236 days ago.)
Now I Am Hearing Voices
Last night, I drove over the curb going into a Subway for a late dinner. It was late, dark and I was in new surroundings and that is my excuse. After I drove over and felt the first thump of the car over the curb, I began to hear voices. Yes, the voices at first sounded like those of concern and a were a bit scared. They sounded something like, Mommy, are we okay? Did we do something wrong? Then the voices started to change... (posted by Mary 2 years 292 days ago.)
Last night, I drove over the curb going into a Subway for a late dinner. It was late, dark and I was in new surroundings and that is my excuse. After I drove over and felt the first thump of the car over the curb, I began to hear voices. Yes, the voices at first sounded like those of concern and a were a bit scared. They sounded something like, Mommy, are we okay? Did we do something wrong? Then the voices started to change... (posted by Mary 2 years 292 days ago.)
I Am a Facebook Loser
Yes, that is me. I opened a Facebook account just to cash in on $25 worth of free advertising. I wanted to remain anonymous so I posted no photos, etc. that would identify me. Low and behold, my nephew found me, told my kids, and then all hell broke lose. Apparently this makes me a big loser as the site is for younger people - younger people than me. According to my children, lame, lonely, pathetic, friendless, or people of... (posted by Mary 3 years 94 days ago.)
Yes, that is me. I opened a Facebook account just to cash in on $25 worth of free advertising. I wanted to remain anonymous so I posted no photos, etc. that would identify me. Low and behold, my nephew found me, told my kids, and then all hell broke lose. Apparently this makes me a big loser as the site is for younger people - younger people than me. According to my children, lame, lonely, pathetic, friendless, or people of... (posted by Mary 3 years 94 days ago.)
Effective Return Policy - Cute Kids Eliminate Post-Holiday Hassle
The gift that needs returning can pose a problem for some of us but luckily there is a way to cut through that red tape and no receipt hassle - teen girls. If you dont have any of your own, I am sure that you could work out a deal with a neighborhood teen or a friend's child as they are a money-hungry bunch, and as the following true-life story will illustrate, quite savvy. My two... (posted by Mary 3 years 145 days ago.)
The gift that needs returning can pose a problem for some of us but luckily there is a way to cut through that red tape and no receipt hassle - teen girls. If you dont have any of your own, I am sure that you could work out a deal with a neighborhood teen or a friend's child as they are a money-hungry bunch, and as the following true-life story will illustrate, quite savvy. My two... (posted by Mary 3 years 145 days ago.)
A Bitter Sweet Note
Parents of music students everywhere! Listen up! I have found a surefire way to enhance the quality and quantity of band practice without the typical threatening and nagging once required to make you feel like you’re getting your money out of purchasing that instrument that your child swore they’d practice until their lips or finger tips were blue. Yes, it can be done with very little blood, sweat and tears on your part. You just need... (posted by Mary 4 years 33 days ago.)
Parents of music students everywhere! Listen up! I have found a surefire way to enhance the quality and quantity of band practice without the typical threatening and nagging once required to make you feel like you’re getting your money out of purchasing that instrument that your child swore they’d practice until their lips or finger tips were blue. Yes, it can be done with very little blood, sweat and tears on your part. You just need... (posted by Mary 4 years 33 days ago.)
Small Town Living is the Life For Me
My kids have complained now and again about where we live. They say, “There is NOTHING to do here" or “This place is a dump." I think they miss its strong suit - simplicity. For example, while other communities flaunt hot pink flamingos or those sun-charged patio lights, we can experience a pilgrimage without leaving the yard at Our Lady of the Dish (formerly a tub) while nearby, a wide-variety of gardening... (posted by Mary 4 years 88 days ago.)
My kids have complained now and again about where we live. They say, “There is NOTHING to do here" or “This place is a dump." I think they miss its strong suit - simplicity. For example, while other communities flaunt hot pink flamingos or those sun-charged patio lights, we can experience a pilgrimage without leaving the yard at Our Lady of the Dish (formerly a tub) while nearby, a wide-variety of gardening... (posted by Mary 4 years 88 days ago.)
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