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You know those Christmas letters people send you.  You know the ones, they tell you about how their child found a cure for a wretched disease.   And their 10 year old is going to college.  The kind that make you feel like the most incredible mediocre family in existence.  I hate those letters.  I am so tempted to send one out telling our story!  How my son has had his cell phone taken away for

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I rarely post anything like this, but... A friend is having a giveaway on her new site! Isn't that the cutest bag!  I'm a sucker for nautical stuff! Visit her website Across the Sea and see all the details!!

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My friend Lisa who is serving a mission in Washington, sent me this poem.  She said it made her think of me!  I am so grateful to be a mom, and one of the hardest yet most satisfying milestones was sending Zac out to the world to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the Philippino People.  As I read this poem it struck me in more than one way.  It made me miss my Zac like crazy!  But it also

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Today my Mom celebrates 70 years on this earth!!!  And if that wasn't a feat in and of itself, let me tell you about some of the things she has done with her 70 years.  That make me want to be like her when I "grow up." She tells me all the time that she was tom-boy growing up.  I guess that came in handy later when she had 6 sons to raise. After high-school (where she met my dad) she went to,

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I know you have all been dying to see more of our vacation, so here ya go!! The kids were all pretty blown away by times square! We decided that any trip to New York wouldn't be complete without taking in a show!  So we all went to see Phantom of the Opera! (they are still singing and humming the songs!!!!) Kamrie and I spent our last afternoon at The American Girl store!  It's on 5th

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We were so lucky to get to stay at a friends while visiting New York!  Lloyd and Greg Porter have been friends of mine since elementary school! (I realize that I probably didn't need to tell you which one was Greg, but I felt dumb only labeling myself) We stayed in the top floor apt of their brownstone.  Lloyd and his wife and daughter live on the bottom floor, and Greg lives on the second

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We left DC and headed to Jersey!  Living so far from our family, we are always excited to spend time with cousins!  We got to Erman and Jessica's around 8 that night! (minus Erman, he's in New Mexico)  We finally got to meet Marissa, she is completely adorable. (even when she is sick)  The next morning we headed to Hoboken, to visit Carlo's Bakery, home of The Cake Boss.  If you don't know what

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Not a lot of pictures today!  Jim and the boys spent time at the International Spy Museum - no pictures allowed!

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Day One - Washington DC

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Five years ago, my friend Ashlie's dream of having a daughter came true.  Little Emma was born and life was good.  But shortly after her birth Ashlie was sure something wasn't right.  I will let you watch the video or visit her blog for all the medical details. I feel extremely blessed to know this family.  Just to sit back and watch as Grandma's, Aunts, and other family do all they can

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At the end of school Kamrie brought home a flyer that said, "Kids Bowl Free".  Well I checked it out and sure enough, I could sign up my children under 16, and they would get coupons to bowl two games every day!  We just had to pay for shoes.  Then they had a deal for $24.95 you could sign up 4 others!  Well. I paid the $24.95 and we spent at least one night a week, and sometimes Saturday bowling

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Thirteen years ago today, Jim and I headed to the hospital for our first induction.  It was my longest labor, and at 5:57 PM we welcomed our biggest baby.  Chad has spent the last thirteen years continuing to do things his own way!  We love him, and have loved being a part of his life.  He is an incredibly happy kid, and makes friends with everyone.

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As most of you know I care for two children that are not my own. Carlie is six, and a very bright little girl. As part of my "job" I pick her up from school pretty regularly. This was the first week back to school and on Wednesday, I picked her up. As we started pulling out of the carpool line she started to tell me how I could send in my jewelry and they would melt it down and send me A LOT

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Tyler turned 16 in April!  Another driver!  He had a pretty fun party with his best friend Patrick.  Patrick's birthday is the day after Tyler's so they combined their party!  Here's a few pictures:

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I have A LOT of catching up to do on this blog of mine.  So here goes nothing. Back in March I decided it was time to make a change.  I was heavier than I wanted to be, and really wasn't exercising AT ALL!!   I knew that changing my diet wasn't gonna happen so I had to find something else.  I wouldn't pay a gym membership, and I have plenty of things around the house that I can use to work out,

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We are VERY blessed to have the home we live in.  We have three and 1/4 baths, that's FOUR toilets, and with 7 people that is a great number of bathrooms to have. The kids all sleep upstairs and Jim and I are downstairs.  Ever since we moved here the upstairs bathrooms have each been shared by the boys.  Kamrie was only two and so she had her baths in our bathroom.  If you have boys you

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Jim and I have never had nightstands.  Really, we never needed them.  I always kept the clock on a desk in our room.  Jim has never needed an alarm to wake up, he just always wakes up when he needs to.  But now with a cell phone that gets charged nightly he has started using this! (pretty sure Kamrie originally brought this in our room for her popcorn) Well, about a month ago I happened upon a

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On Saturday January 2, 2010 our daughter Kamrie was baptized a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We were so blessed that both sets of grandparents were able to come for this special occasion. Kamrie asked her big brother Zac if he would perform the baptism.  He of course said he would, and did a great job! I was amazed at the number of people that came to support

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I am so bad about mailing anything, let alone Christmas Cards.  I do LOVE getting them though.  So here is the Coontz Family Virtual Christmas Card!(my favorite is seeing how all our friends and family have grown and changed!)

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I thought I should get this posted before the month is up! Kamrie turned 8 on Thanksgiving. It's hard to believe she was only 2 when we made the move to TN, it doesn't seem possible we've been gone that long. She had a week long celebration that started the Saturday before with a birthday party at the movies. They have a party room and everything. So we had cake and presents and then watched A

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On a friend's blog I read about a "giveaway" on another blog. I am sure the giveaway was a way to inform more people about the blog and the items that are for sell.Well... the blog was set up by a mother of son with a terrible disease called TUBEROUS SCLEROSIS COMPLEX - a genetic disorder that causes tumors to form in many different organs, primarily in the brain, eyes, heart, kidney, skin and

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I know it's a little early for Christmas, but the message of this video is so timely. Grab some tissues and enjoy!

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After a VERY long vacation my good friends are finally coming back. I have really missed them, and can't wait to find out what has been going on in their lives. Here a few links to their different websites if your interested: Gregory, Tom, Cat, Rick & Kate, Meredith, and Simon. Then there is Aaron, I have been really concerned about him. And last but not least our new friends Seeley and

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On Friday September 15, 1989, TWENTY years ago, Jimbo (that's what we called him back then) and I had our first date! We went to the Dollar Movie in Orem, UT and saw the movie Lean on Me. A little known fact is that after that date, I knew we would get married! I knew from that first date I would spend the rest of my life with him. And twenty years later, I love him more than I thought I could. (

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I am so tired of health care. It is not the biggest problem we have in this country but it is all our "leaders" are talking about, or working on! I have always had an innate feeling of dis-trust of our president. I can't pin it on one exact thing, haven't you ever just "felt" something about someone! A lot of it I think is what I have learned about the people he surrounds himself with. I try to

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My "middle child" turned 12 on August 26th! Following in his brothers footsteps, his voice has dropped and octave and he grew 3 inches and gained 30 pounds in about 5 months! Chad is still a happy kid, and always ready with a hug for his mom! ( I know there are people that think we don't hug in our family, but we do!) Chad has a good friend from church, and school, that turned 12 this summer also

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Dear Jim, I know it drives you crazy that we have such different sleep schedules! I really wish that I could be ready for bed at 9:00 like you. We could lay in bad and discuss our day, and our kids, and generally have time together. Luckily, for me, I don't have to be up at 4:30 for work! (I would so be fired from that job) I admire you for all you do for us. But, the point of this blog is to

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Yesterday my kids headed back to school. I am usually full of excitement when my kids go to school. I have never felt sad, even when it was a little one going off to Kindergarten. I think part of it is the freedom for me, but also that I LOVED school!! And for the most part my kids do to. Well, this year was a little different. As I was taking the annual first day of school pictures, it hit me

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I think this picture tells the story of why we make the long trek to CA! (Jim's Family Too!! But there is no picture of all of us together from this trip) More pictures to come! I know you can't wait!

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So I am so late with this post, and I almost didn't write it. But I HAD too, can't leave the boy out can I? I've been thinking about him a lot the last few weeks, every time I realized I hadn't done this post. What can I say about Scott. Scott is FUN!! He is almost always in a good mood, and LOVES to annoy his older brothers. What more could I ask for. Although there are times his pestering

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Round Trip tickets, Memphis to LA $120!! Need I say more? The only downside is not seeing our friends in Utah! Oh and needing to borrow a car for 3 weeks. And getting someone to pick all 6 of us in LA! Oh yeah, and borrowing camping equipment for our beach trip! Still totally worth not driving for 6 days! I also LOVE this Capt. Kirk!!

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So Tyler, my second child, turned 15 on April 21st.(Before I start talking about Tyler, it is going to startout sounding like a bad post, but keep reading.)When Tyler was a toddler/small child, I was told by friends and family on numerous occasions that when he was a teenager he was going to be TROUBLE! He wasn't always bad as a youngster, but he did have a mean streak, and quite a temper. He

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In our church we have a program called Visiting Teaching. Women are asked to visit other women, make sure they are ok, do they need anything, and share a sprirtual/uplifiting message. My friend sent me this very funny cartoon about it.

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This was too good to not blog!! Tyler's birthday was Tuesday (blog to come) and this is what he got - (it's an airsoft gun, calm down) Today Zac wanted to see how much it would hurt to get shot! He said it hurt a little!

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I think everyone should see this video because maybe next time you will not not be so quick to judge.Susan Boyle - Britain's Got TalentThen read this amazing article, it is kind of long, but totally describes this event perfectly The beauty that matters is always on the inside Susan Boyle's story is a parable of our age. She is a singer of enormous talent, who cared for her widowed mother

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Yesterday my oldest son, Zac, celebrated his SEVENTEENTH birthday! I have tried to post something about each of them on their birthdays, this post is coming a day late! It is a day late because I really want to share what being his Mom has been like. The four words in the title I think sum it up for me. LUCKY - I feel lucky because Zac is truly, and genuinely GOOD. He was a good baby, a good

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Jim and I have an on going disagreement. He thinks that he changes the toilet paper in our bathroom more than me!! I was surprised on Sunday to find this message. In the mean time he was using a roll that was placed on the back of the toilet. If you know me, you know there was NO WAY I was going to change that roll!! Eventually, Jim changed it, he had used the last of it, and so I felt it

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My sister in law put this on her blog and I HAD to have it on mine. It is so cute!

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(that's how we talk in the south) A family friend was kind enough to share this photo on face book. (Urmston's circa 1973) I know my Mom has it somewhere, but now I do too. I was noticing a similarity between my Scott and Marc. What do you think? They are probably the exact same age in these two pictures. Same goofy hair and teeth! When Scott was a new born, I walked in on my Mom holding him

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I started this blog to share things that are going on with my family that are so far away. But sometimes I need to put other stuff, like my previous post. Sometimes I see things that I just can't get out of my system, and putting them here helps. I get several emails from different conservative groups every day. A lot of times I glance at them and delete them. A lot of times I spend hours

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I am so tired of politicians! We really need to start taking our country back. Watch this video clip, then click on the link, and send Mr. Schumer and email letting him know you do care! And please spread the word! Email Sen. Schumer

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Just wanted to send out congrats to my niece Courtney and her new husband Brigham!! Wish we could have been there with you!! Love Ya!(thanks to her parents for sharing the pictures so quickly, so I could steal one!)

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My Grandma Stumbaugh (Mom's Mom) always gave us $5 for birthdays and Christmas. Once we were married and had kids she gave them the money. It was always a favorite for my kids, and I am sure their cousins, to open their cards from Great Grandma and Grandpa at Christmas and find a crisp new $5 bill. She told me the teller always thought she was crazy when she came in to get the $5 bills. She

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So, here is the post about Zac I promised. (I know, you've all been just dying!)A month or so ago our transmission went out on the van. While we were getting it fixed a friend from Jim's work loaned us a car he doesn't drive. It was a giant Bronco!! After the van was fixed he said we could hang on to it and that Zac could use it. Well, one afternoon Kamrie was invited to a friends house, I

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The Coontz Family wishes you all a very Merry Christmas! Take a minute, sit back, forget the stresses that the time brings and watch this beautiful video. (Be sure to turn off the player at the bottom of the page first. But listen to the song after it is fabulous!)

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I have been waiting for something really great to report in my 100th post. Then last week Zac provided what I thought would be perfect, very blog-worthy. Then the other night I had a better idea. For my 100th post I want to honor my Husband. (I will put Zac's news for 101)I truly have a wonderful man for my husband. I know there were many that questioned our decision to marry after just one

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I can hardly believe my "baby" is seven today!! It dawned on me last night while we were reading before she went to bed, that I will never have a six-year-old again. That every mile-stone she reaches will be the last time for me as a Mom!! It's bitter-sweet. When I told her this, she didn't offer to stay 6?I am so glad that my Heavenly Father knew better than me, and sent me a fifth child.

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I am sure most of you won't care about this, but I am so excited!! I had a Pampered Chef party last week, and it was a big success!! Some of you know that I used to be a "consutant" myself and I am a huge fan!! So let me just show you the fruits of my labors!!Items I am getting for FREE!!!! $115 worth!!And for half price!!And finally for 60% off - regularly $65 for $26!!! She cooked a pork

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I LOVED the Twilight movie. In fact when I woke up this morning, I was trying to think of a good reason to go again!!

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No, this isn't a post about my new hair color. I thought I should blog about my trip to Utah!!So here are few of the best parts - An awesome Husband, that never questioned my leaving for 6 days!!Meeting the man that has made my sister SO HAPPY!!!! Love ya Ralph!!Seeing my nieces and nephews - Nicholas, Kali, Cassidy, Cooper, Kait, Wy, Bronson, Addi, Mia, Grace, Sam & Drew/Anakin!!Seeing my

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(and anyone else interested)

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I am off to Utah for Carrie's wedding. Be back Tuesday!!

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There are some things in all states that I am sure make you giggle. I was looking up the stipulations on Zac's driver's license. Here they use what they call a "Graduated Driver's License." It starts like most with a learner's permit - Anyone under the age of 18 who has a learner permit will be prohibited from driving between the hours of 10

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Congrats to my fabulous oldest son. He passed is driving test (I knew he would). I was a mess, he wasn't nervous at all, but when he left with the guy to take the test, I thought I would be sick!! I had to pull out Zac's fancy phone and play games on it to keep myself distracted. But now I can send him to the store, to pick up and take his brothers to piano, or whatever!!!!Just as soon as I

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I am taking Zac for his driving test this morning. As it will be very nice to have him able to drive, especially with me going out of town next week. I am a little scared to just let him go and drive by himself. I do hope he passes though. (This all hinges on him getting a form from school this morning, you have to prove you are attending school to get your license. And he forgot to request

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I am not a fan of Howard Stern, but this will make you sick. And it should make you sick no matter who you are voting for.(I do like his hair though)

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47 Years

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This blog is seriously hilarious. The girl who writes it is amazingly funny. Please remember it is satire, she is not serious. (at least I don't think she is) Go and read this post.Candice you could use this in Econ class for sure!!Enjoy!!480423A2-B5A8-0085-765E-0D237052E3681.02.05

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Or, what I made. I saw it online and had to make one. Super easy, but way cute!!(one a day is the rule, in case you're wondering how I will keep it full!)480423A2-B5A8-0085-765E-0D237052E3681.02.05

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As you know from my previous post, my nephew Jordan recently left to serve a mission. Well, the Sunday that he spoke, my Brothers, and nephews performed in Sacrament. I believe it was a song that my brother Peter wrote called My Mission Call. I just wish that my boys could have been in this photo!!

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So as I was watching the debate I wondered...When the Middle-class American family is sitting around the kitchen table discussing Johnny's tuition, or co-pays, or rising heating costs. Do we EVER say, I wonder how the government is going to help us with this problem.So I added my on poll about it.I won't share my views or feeling on the subject, so as not to sway answers.480423A2-B5A8-0085-765E-

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My fab. nephew Jordan is leaving for his mission tomorrow. And, even though we live very far away, and miss him all the time, we will miss him even more now.Paraguay is lucky to have you.Thanks for ALWAYS being an awesome example to my boys!!Love ya!!

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I just wanted to congratulate my niece Courtney on her engagement. I can't believe she will be getting married next summer!! I haven't had the privilege of meeting Brigham, but every one tells me he is great. Hope to meet you soon. If your interested you can read about the proposal here.

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Sometimes in this city, you will over hear, or have a conversation that can be confusing. Confusing because you are fairly sure the language being spoken is English, but you are some how unable to understand. Here is a little video of an interview. The woman being interviewed was a witness to a murder, do you think they will have her testify in court?In case you are wondering - Beer - that is

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I got an e-mail with a fun link. It will tell you what song was #1 on the billboard charts the day that you were born. As you can guess by now(if you have your sound on), mine is Joy To the World by Three Dog Night. Appropriate, don't you think? (and I don't mean about the bull frog or drinking wine;)Wanna know what "your" song is?http://www.joshhosler.biz/NumberOneInHistory/SelectMonth.htmHere

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For those that know Chad will love this. On Thursday night we were able to go to the "Meet the Teacher Night" at his school. As most of you know the teachers usually have the kids make some kind of project to display that night. Chad's teacher had them use the letters in their name to make words that describe them. This is what Chad's said: C -

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Had to wish my SIL a Happy Birthday!! Hope its a good one. If I was there I would take you to lunch!! And I hope you get a cute cake like this one!!Love ya!!

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Not usually, but last Friday was one to blog about. Jim and I were out on our usual date night with our friends the Thomas'. We went to our favorite sandwich shop (yes Dad, that one!) best Chinese Food/Sub Sandwich place, and the atmosphere is something else. Anyways. . . we stayed there talking long enough that we needed to go somewhere for dessert!! On the way back towards home I got a

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It was yesterday, but such is my life. I can't believe that my "little" Chad is 11!! He has been waiting all summer for this day to come. He was very excited when I picked him up because two of his classes sang to him. He got all the things he asked for, the coolest is Guitar Hero for the DS. Then he wanted steak for dinner!?! Jim and I took him to Outback, it was a rare occasion for the

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Kamrie and I made a quick trip to the grocery store, and as usually she talked the entire way there! But when we got back in the van to go home I could not believe what she said.Kamrie: "All the boys must like you"Me: "What are you talking about?"Kamrie: "I think all the boys like you except the little ones"Me: "Why do you think that?"Kamire: "Becuase every where we go all the boys look at

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Every time I see this commercial, I feel like it is portraying my life. I LOVE my girl, but she can talk your ear off!! I don't know if they show it anywhere else, since it is for Cellular South.She already told me, "When I get a cell phone, I am going to talk on it all the time!"I have no doubts.

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Having 5 kids is the greatest blessing of my life. I try really hard to not take for granted the amazingness of it.There are down sides to having 5 kids - one is there isn't always enough of me to go around. I know that when I was growing, I was never aware, or felt slighted, and I am sure that my kids feel the same way. It is just the way it is.So what does this have to do with the title of

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Did you know that the United Sates Olympic Committee pays our athletes for winning medals at the Olympics? Michael Phelps for example made $200,000 this week for his 8 golds. Oh, and a MILLION DOLLAR bonus from Speedo. Just proving that hard work does pay off.

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Monday was our first day of school. We have done a good job getting into a routine. In fact as I type, it is 8 PM my 3 youngest have showered and are in the kitchen making their lunches.Apparently once you're in high school you don't have to pose for the annual photo.Chad - 5th Grade(School uniform this yearanother + of city living)Scott - 4th Grade Kamrie - 1st Grade

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Where I live people do all they can to NOT live in the Memphis City Limits. Well, my neighborhood was annexed a year and a half ago. Unlike a lot of our neighbors we will not be moving. One nice thing about being city (maybe the only good thing) is we now have street lights.So now my kids will know when its time to come in.(And it's pretty too)

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Well, maybe not that peaceful. But the kids are back in school, the little ones I watch are napping, and my house is totally quiet!! (At least until my dryer starts buzzing at me!)

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Did you see him? If your were watching America's Got talent you did. It's our old friend George "the giant" MacArthur!! I actually missed his originally audition, it aired during one of the worst weeks of my life, my dvr was not working!! (I know you can relate, if you have one) Anyways last night he made it on to Hollywood and the top 40!! Way to go George!! We'll be watching!!!

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I just needed to wish my Mom a very Happy Birthday!! I feel guilty that I don't email her enough and let her now how much I miss her. It has been more than a year now since I have seen her, and I have another year to go. Next June can not come soon enough. Hope you have a great day, and know that you are always in my thoughts!!I love you!!

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For my fellow SYTYCD fans, is this not the BEST season yet. All top 8 dancers are so good. I am so sad to see any of them go. I wish they could all win. Here are my FAV. dances from the last couple weeks:Twitch and Katee - Contemporary -MercyJoshua and Katee - Contemporary -All by Myself(This one give me goose bumps every time!)Joshua and Chelsie - Argentine TangoCourthey and Will -

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Well, as our summer vacation is winding down, I thought I would let anyone who cares know what we are up to down south!!!Kamrie seems to spend as much time away from home as possible. I try not to take it personally, I guess her brothers don't really like the same things she does. Oh, and her best friend Siage, has a pool and baby hamsters!! Yes, that's right she has a male and female hamster,

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I wasn't sure about doing this, what if no one responds! That would be a major blow to my already fragile ego!!Here are the directions:1. As a comment on my blog, leave one memory that you and I had together. It doesn't matter if you knew me a little or a lot, anything you remember!2. Next, re-post these instructions on your blog and see how many people leave a memory about you. If you leave a

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My First Great-NephewDaniel Skeet Tristan Panero(not so sure about the first middle name? Good thing he's stinking cute!)Good work Nicole and Jacob!!

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So we got up on Friday and ate our Free Breakfast at the hotel, I always try to stay somewhere with free breakfast!! Then we packed up and headed off to Six Flags! Funny side note, I kept telling people we were going to Magic Mountain, and they would give a weird face, and ask what it was!!! Oh, I mean "Six Flags", I forget it isn't called that everywhere. I did say it to someone, and as I

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I am going to do our vacation in three parts, that way I am not so overwhelmed.Day One:I had everything pretty much ready when Jim got home at 4. We loaded up the van and headed out.Our first stop was a restaurant some of you may have heard of - Lambert's. If you watch the Food Network, it has been on there quite a bit. It is famous for it's "throwed rolls". Yes, they actually throw you a

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That is what I said today while visiting my local Hobby Lobby store.You know how we are always talking about living in the moment. Enjoying the present. Don't always think about what is happening tomorrow or next week.I have figured out why this can be so difficult. It's the retail industry. My Hobby Lobby already has Christmas stuff out!!! Can you believe it, Chirstmas!!! They have fall

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So, today I went out back to watch the little ones I tend play on the slip n slide. Tyler and his friend were out there but went in as I came out. A few seconds later, Tyler is coming back outside with a chair for me!!!!! I almost cried!! It was so thoughtful, one of those moments when you think it will all be ok.Tyler, you're the best!!!

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I know I said I would be posting our St Louis trip, it really is out of my control. After hearing all the hoopla, I borrowed thesefrom a friend. Finished the first in about 24 hours. They really are good. This is why I rarely read!! Can't stop til it's done!!!

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I just got home from St. Louis, more on that later, and found the best email I have received in a long time.My Sister is engaged!!! I have not had the privilege of meeting her fiance, but everyone in the family assures me he is wonderful. Just from the way he proposed I would say he's a keeper! I am looking forward to meeting him at their wedding this fall.And check out the ring!!!

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So, really there is nothing to report!! I am just too cheap to go anywhere. My van mostly stays parked in my driveway!! I filled up a week ago, and I still have 3/4 of a tank!!!My kids have been keeping busy with friends. It seems there is almost always an extra kid or two around here, or I am missing a few of mine. Like now, it is 9:30 AM - Zac has left for his babysitting job, Tyler and

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I am getting a Steve & Barry's!!! I am so excited. Well I guess it's for everyone in the Memphis area. My SIL Jessica is always telling how fantastic it is. I just hope it will be open for the back to school shopping.

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Our nephew Jordan received his mission call this week. He will be serving in the Paraguay Asuncion Mission. Believe me when I tell you they will love him and are lucky to have him.OH, and he is also and amazing swimmer!! He was honored as an All-American swimmer in the 200 backstroke. In order to make All-American you need to have the top 16 times in the nation.We love you Jordan!!

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Last Friday we had the pleasure of attending Tyler's Eighth Grade Recognition! There were about 350 kids receiving their "promotion" certificates. We were pleasantly surprised when Tyler also received awards for Science, and Citizenship! He was even surprised at the Citizenship one. He now leaves middle school and starts High School, and I mean now, he has three books to read before school

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The end of the school year keeps us busy. One of the fun things is always Kamrie's dance recital. When I watch this video, she looks so grown up.It was actually quite a night. I had bought tickets to see Beauty and the Beast, being put on by a local high school and it ended up being the same night as the recital. So as soon as she finished her dance, I went and got her, she put a skirt and

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So I was just flipping through channels, and stopped at an "oldie." A Frank Sinatra/Dean Martin movie called Marriage On the Rocks. In the scene Dean Martin was talking to Deborah Kerr, about when they first met, he says, "I think you're much better looking now then you were then. And if I'm right you were quite skinny." I LOVED her answer -"I wasn't skinny, I was 18, there's a

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In the last year or so, I have thought about something - a lot! Friends and acquaintances are often telling me, "I can't believe you do all the things you do!" Now I am not telling you this to brag, or to make you think I am some kind of incredible being. Not at all, this post is an ode to my Mom.As examples of times people have said this.I came home from CA a few years ago, where I had seen a

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This year my b-day fell on a Monday, which means, I get to celebrate all weekend. At least that is what my hubby says.So it started on Saturday morning, and even though this wasn't an actual b-day gift, it felt like one. We only had 1 event at the track meet. It is pre-lims so not all events are run. We only had to go for Scott to throw the shot put, and they let him go first!! So we were

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Well, Tyler had his 14th birthday on April 21st. I know this is a little late.Part of me can't believe it has been fourteen years since he was born. Then he comes in the room, stands by me, 3 inches taller than me. Then he talks to me in his Dad's voice, and reality hits.He is such a great kid, and my favorite TV watching bud. When he says, "Hey Mom, you wanna watch Numbers with me?" I love

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