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Morning fire and hot coffee. Nothing better. We spent the morning with Stephen’s family. We had a big family breakfast and then let the kids play while we chitchatted a bit. Then we got on the road back to Tuscaloosa so we could pack again for the trip to MS. Momma’s seafood gumbo was waiting. …

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It’s almost here! Things are busy busy around here. Breakfast was quick and easy. Snack time with Magic Bars and coffee. I’m enjoying plenty of gluten-free desserts. And finally, we were on the road to Stephen’s family for the night. We had some pleasant traveling company! This one is short and sweet. The next few …

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Our weather is ridiculous. It’s muggy and hot in December. That is NOT okay. The Flubola is knocking everybody down for a while, the students are dropping like flies, and the teachers are begging for mercy. 4 more days until relief. Since December is my second-favorite month (October still reigns supreme since it’s the unofficial …

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We made it to Friday!! I can’t actually NOT WORK while I’m at my school, but the holiday insanity is just gearing up. We had a ton of fun this week doing various gingerbread activities. Check it out. I’m a master man baker. And my Fitbit Charge has been showing the results of all this …

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It’s Gingerbread time! We have been busy in kindergarten.   Once these dry and are ready to hang on the tree, I’ll post the recipe. This is the second time I’ve done this with my students and I think I’ll have to make this a yearly tradition. In other news, check out my attempt at …

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  A little less than 3 weeks to go until the big day. With all the rushing and planning and partying, I need a treadmill workout that will kick my tail and I need it in 30 minutes. Hills workouts are fantastic and cruel at the same time. I’m climbing on a treadmill without the …

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  Christmas is HERE! Technically, we have a few more days, but my body is wearing the battle scars of a hectic holiday so far. Eating treats, running a lot, walking more, eating more treats, and battling the flu means I’m a big ol’ wreck at the end of the day. I have burned all …

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I can’t get enough of this new tradition. I love the spices in this hot chocolate and I love how good it tastes without a lot of sugar. In face, I usually cut the honey to about a half of cup. This recipe from Cooking Light is a great addition the holiday drink lineup. New …

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