Author Archives: Donalyn

3 years ago today

Someone special came into the world.He thinks sometimesHe is full of plans that will not necessarily please the grown upsHe can stick out his tongueHe can make his eyes wide openOr “wide shut”“Who do you love Mark?” “You Grandma!”“How old … Continue reading

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An Intense Interview

Today’s interview actually took place a couple weeks ago as you can see by the snow on the ground. Anyway – this cheery little fellow is a red squirrel and to say that he is a bit jumpy is like … Continue reading

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On her way

I don’t write about this a whole lot, but our very own Sgt. is beginning the process that will find her in Iraq in a couple months. Her unit leaves today for their final phase of predeployment preparation. She has … Continue reading

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Begonia Bonus Post

The other day, I had some pics of begonias outside in the summertime. This one has been growing on the windowsill inside since last fall. It has bloomed on and off but now that it gets a little more sun, … Continue reading

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A musical interlude

Due to the preferences of my houseguests, we are subject to repeated performances of the following video. If it has to be stuck in my head, I figure it ought to be stuck in yours as well. Have a great … Continue reading

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