Category Archives: Life

Pumpkin Jack

Jack-O-Lantern Lore Do you know why we carve pumpkins and call them Jack O’Lanterns? Apparently, the tradition stems from Irish folklore, and the story of Stingy Jack. Stingy Jack was a mean drunkard who liked to play tricks on everyone, including … Continue reading

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The Dog Who Ate The Pie

This is the dog who ate the pie while I was buying new Mizunos for the Army Ten Miler. At least she can’t get to my apple pie cinnamon Chobani! Has your dog ever gotten into the food you made for … Continue reading

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(Almost) Wordless Wednesday (The Packing Edition)

I’m all for travelling light, but this might take things a bit too far! Do you wash your clothes while you’re travelling or do you pack enough to get you through your trip? 

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Wordless Wednesday (The College Brat Edition)

(Translation: Mom, I love you. Please send money. Your hard-working college student.)

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Holding My Tongue

When I think about sin and how I fall short–which I try not to do very often–I think I am most guilty–and most frequently guilty–of saying unkind things about other people. I’m just not good at holding my tongue. It’s … Continue reading

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