Category Archives: Life

The Grinch Who Gave Me Back Christmas

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Coco

‘Twas three nights before Christmas Eve, when all through the house, we were making our lists and checking them twice. My son, 16 years old, with his first “serious” girl friend (i.e., they’ve gone on an actual *date* to see … Continue reading →

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Catching the Christmas Spirit

Posted on December 17, 2010 by Coco

This week at work was a bear, but I am doing my best to get in the Christmas spirit. We had our office party on Wednesday, and I wore my “new” Christmas sweater that I got at a vintage store in … Continue reading →

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Christmas is Coming!

Posted on December 13, 2010 by Coco

My daughter got home from college on Friday, and she is leading the way in getting ready for Christmas. We did a shop-until-you-drop trip to the mall on Saturday, and she managed to find something for almost everyone on her … Continue reading →

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Harried Holiday

Posted on December 10, 2010 by Coco

Two weeks from tonight is Christmas Eve, but it isn’t the holiday that has me stressed. With a few shopping trips and a few more clicks on Amazon, I know that there will be presents under our white pre-lit Christmas … Continue reading →

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Dark Chocolate Taste Test

Posted on December 4, 2010 by Coco

I am a firm believer in the principle that dark chocolate is a health food–antioxidants and all, you know.  It is also a satisfying treat that doesn’t have that many calories. When I travel, I like to have some dark … Continue reading →

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