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Dropping Her in the Deep End

Posted on April 10, 2013 by

“I want to make varsity by my junior year,” she says, “and I want to build my endurance and look my best by the end of the summer!” “Sounds like a plan,” I respond absently, knowing in my heart that … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday: Rest

Posted on March 15, 2013 by

Sometimes I don’t realize how busy I have made myself. Moving from one task to another, it hits me about 4 o’clock. My stomach growling, my mood shifting and the realization that I have not sat down, not even to … Continue reading →

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Dear mid-life crisis

Posted on February 14, 2013 by

Dear mid-life crisis 40, It has come to my attention that you are coming, and not for a visit, but to move in permanently. Quite presumptuous of you, I think, when no invitation has been offered. Ever. In fact, I … Continue reading →

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The scents and sounds of sisters

Posted on February 12, 2013 by

There hasn’t been much snow this year, but the sharp temperatures have still been painful. So when a true snow day appeared on Friday, the kids were giddy. Unfortunately for The Hare, snow does not prohibit school from happening. And … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday: Bare

Posted on February 8, 2013 by

People generally reveal their true nature in times of stress, good or bad, I think. When The Hare competed last season for a new gym, she gave enough to get by, but her heart just wasn’t in a full hundred … Continue reading →

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