Monthly Archives: February 2009

Backing up, and the joys of computer ownership.

Posted on February 22, 2009 by phalterman

Hello All, I am Trish.  I will be your guest author today and I want to talk to you about backing up your computer and the joys of owning a computer. First off, who am I? I am one of … Continue reading →

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Nurk

Posted on February 19, 2009 by Angela

We are reading this delightful little book, by Ursula Vernon.  What better to do on a sick day, than curl up on the sofa in your PJs and read a cute story about a little shrew and a fun little adventure … Continue reading →

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Asking for your patience.

Posted on February 17, 2009 by Angela

  Please continue to bear with me.  I have some yummy recipes, LOTS of knitting, and some fun homeschool crafts and books we’ve been exploring that I am excited about sharing, but we’ve all been under the weather, my youngest has … Continue reading →

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Apologies

Posted on February 12, 2009 by Angela

My apologies on the recent lack of updates.  We’ve been struck by chest cold after tummy bug after chest cold.  Also, my card reader decided to up and die on me, so I can’t upload any photos.  And we’re in … Continue reading →

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Get well soon, my little Valentine

Posted on February 6, 2009 by Angela

On top of the cold we are all battling, Firecracker has been throwing up all afternoon and evening.  Poor kiddo.  While she slept (for 3 hours!), her big sis suggested that we make her some get well/Valentine cards.   That’s my Little Hen, … Continue reading →

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A lesson in germs

Posted on February 6, 2009 by Angela

We are all sick with a cold and sore throat, spending most of yesterday and today resting on the sofa, listening to this peaceful music and reading together. Coincidentally, this month’s Spider and Click are all about germs and being sick.   We’ve been reading all … Continue reading →

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Crayon Heart Pendants

Posted on February 4, 2009 by Angela

    Last night’s Valentine crafting – silly me, trying to work on Valentine’s crafts with the girls and cook dinner at the same time while Tum Tum crawls everywhere and all before my husband is home from work!  They turned … Continue reading →

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Banana Sour Cream Cake

Posted on February 2, 2009 by Angela

The night before last, while waiting for our kidney bean and brown rice stew to finish simmering on the stovetop, Little Hen asked if we could make a cake to serve after dinner.  We didn’t have much time, and I was pretty tired, … Continue reading →

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