2048 A Game That Will Suck You In

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Candy Crush didn’t hook me, nor did any of the facebook games.  That doesn’t mean I’m not susceptible to games and puzzles. Every once in a while I will come across something that appeals to me and I’ll feel compelled to waste ridiculous amounts of time. This new game 2048 has that kind of power … Read more

Gluten Free Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

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This gluten free strawberry shortcake recipe tastes just as good as a regular version. I love a dessert that isn’t too sweet, and this really hit the spot.  My mom made the one pictures, and when she asked if we’d rather have whipped cream or ice cream on it, the vote for ice cream was … Read more

Japanese Emoticons

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When a smiley face just won’t do, you need to use one of these Japanese Emoticons.  There are thousands of them.  There are several websites dedicated to listing all of them, like this one:  http://japaneseemoticons.net/ A number of the emoticons use a symbol for the nose that looks remarkably like testicles.  ( •̀ω•́ )σ  Maybe … Read more

Compliments shouldn't be hard to give or take

Compliments Shouldn’t Be Hard To Give, Or Take

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I’m always super uncomfortable giving compliments on people’s appearances.  Mostly because of my own inner voice.  If someone says I look like I’ve lost weight, I say thanks, but the voice in my head is wondering, “So, she thought you looked fat last time she saw me?” or “I feel like a fraud because I … Read more

“Frozen” Free Printables

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Going to see the movie “Frozen” was a milestone for us.  It was Ebi’s first time seeing a movie on the big screen, and it was my first time going to the movie’s since I was pregnant with her.  That movie was also an animated feature, “How To Train Your Dragon”. We went to see … Read more