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Tricks volunteer coordinators don’t want you to know.

Posted on September 23, 2011 by The Bearded Iris

Earlier this week we discussed some creative ideas for how to avoid getting roped into excessive volunteering. If you missed it, click here to get the low-down. It’s mandatory reading for anyone who wants to protect their free time and … Continue reading →

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How to Communicate with Your Special Someone

Posted on August 30, 2011 by The Bearded Iris

A good friend recently forwarded me this handy communication guide, suggesting I print it out and place it in my husband’s wallet: DANGEROUS SAFER SAFEST ULTRA SAFE What’s for dinner? May I help you with dinner? Where would you like … Continue reading →

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The Story of a Baptism, a Magnet, Some Poop, and Karmic Retribution.

Posted on August 26, 2011 by The Bearded Iris

Four years ago when Bucket Head was just a baby, we had him baptized at our church one early Saturday afternoon. Sadly, that was before I owned a decent camera, so I didn’t take a lot of pictures, and the … Continue reading →

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Appetizer Love: Bacon Wrapped Cheesy Jalapeños!

Posted on August 16, 2011 by The Bearded Iris

I just love a good potluck, don’t you?! Takes the pressure off the host, everyone gets a chance to contribute and feel important, and it gives us all the opportunity to try new foods. It’s just win-win. Love that! Well, … Continue reading →

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Sandy Beaver Auditorium

Posted on August 15, 2011 by The Bearded Iris

    And speaking of which… One time my daughter performed in a dance recital in the Sandy Beaver Auditorium at Riverside Military Academy in Gainesville, Georgia. True story. Sandy. Beaver. Auditorium. Couldn’t make it up if I tried. Apparently … Continue reading →

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Surviving School Open House

Posted on August 10, 2011 by The Bearded Iris

Here in Georgia, our kids go back to school ridiculously early. Never thought I’d say that. But now that it is the last official day of summer for my kids, it feels like it’s all over too soon. We’ve just … Continue reading →

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