Author Archives: Laura

Happy Father’s Day!

Posted on June 21, 2009 by Laura

To my father, my father-in-law, my brothers, my brothers-in-law, and to all the other fathers in my life:Thank you for all that you do for your kids every day.  We see it and appreciate it very much. HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!! … Continue reading →

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Week 3: Road Trip to Phillipi, Kavala, and Xanthi

Posted on June 19, 2009 by Laura
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My first sewing project of the summer

Posted on June 18, 2009 by Laura

I made this on Monday.  I was using a book that Tina lent me called, “Quilt in a Minute” (or something like that) – it has lots of fun, beginner quilting projects.  I had also bought a fat quarter pack … Continue reading →

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Job update

Posted on June 15, 2009 by Laura

The short version? It’s all a big mess. The long version? I’ve been assigned to an elementary school that is 2.5 miles from our house.  Ideal, right?  But the two principals are debating how best to arrange my schedule, and … Continue reading →

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I love white vinegar

Posted on June 15, 2009 by Laura

Cook with it. Clean with it. Disinfect with it. Make tarragon vinegar with it. The list goes on and on. (Just make sure to read the ingredient list to verify that it’s made from grain, not petroleum.)

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Homemade Hamburger Buns

Posted on June 13, 2009 by Laura

Nik and I enjoyed hamburgers at the beginning of this week with meat from Woolsely Farm, which I bought at the farmer’s market.  We have eaten very little beef in the past year (since we bought our lamb), and so … Continue reading →

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No more School

Posted on June 12, 2009 by Laura

No more books No more students, dirty looks! We made it! 10 weeks of freedom (or of working really hard to accomplish the [no exaggerating] 72 items on our to do list) here we come! And, can anyone believe that … Continue reading →

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Partially Employed

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Laura

Thanks for your prayers everyone.  My interview on Monday at the middle school went really well and Tuesday morning, they offered me the job.   I only have to go there on B days so that means I’ll be there two … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Katie!

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Laura

Happy Birthday Katie!! We hope you have a fabulous day! (That would be Katie my sister-in-law! I know many Kate/Katie’s!)

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Prayers

Posted on May 31, 2009 by Laura

Hello my dear family and friends.  I ask your prayers today and this week for two things. 1.  I have two interviews this week:  one, on Monday, at a middle school for a half-time position.  It’s a nice school (and … Continue reading →

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