Author: daylerogers
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Cut It Back–Way Back
“It’s a little out of control, don’t you think? ” “It kind of dates the house, all that green hiding the exterior.” These are comments we’ve received about the hedge in our front yard. Not as pointed as the one we get from the Home Owners’ Association. “It’s too tall. Cut it back.” It’s well…
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That Wouldn’t Have Been My Choice
They didn’t really want to be there. But where else could they have been? Teagan and Isley would have preferred being anywhere other than the soccer field. Neither were playing. Neither wanted to watch their sibs play. Since they’re not of an age to have a driver’s license or to stay home alone (ages 8…
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It Smells Like Something Died Back There
I didn’t think anyone would notice. I tried not to. My car. Little Beastie. I made her Little Stinky. I wanted to help out a friend who’d just had surgery, so I decided to take her a meal. A comfort meal of homemade chicken soup. The kind you simmer for hours, chop vegetables till your…
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The Downside of Dirty Laundry
When I make choices to engage in something bigger than the dailies–like a wedding–I’m fairly good about considering the consequences of those decisions. Not always. Our daughter’s wedding last weekend was a wonderful event that far exceeded expectations. The groom’s parents were incredibly helpful and generous. The weather became spectacular as the day progressed. Friends…
Tip of My Iceberg 