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11… Things I Would’ve Done but I’m Working the Election

I had a lot of plans for the last half of October. It was mostly: Get Shit Done. But I decided several months ago to apply to work the election. It went on the schedule. A few days a week turned into half of everyday for all of early voting. Yay! I'm doing my civic duty, but nothing else is going to happen in my life until the election is over.

Blog + Dog

Pupdate! Duke Is Having Surgery and I Am So Happy

Duke is one special boy. He wasn't supposed to be a permanent part of the family, but I'm so glad he is for a few reasons. He's the only one who cuddles Mommy, but he has some serious health issues. His top jaw is significantly longer than his bottom jaw, and that's causing problems. Luckily, we can fix it.

11..., In The Kitchen, Lifestyle, Sides

11… Foods & Drinks I Love in Fall and Bean Salad Recipe

Fall in the South is less about the changing of seasons and more about the mindset. Nothing puts me in the fall mood more than food and drinks, so here are my favorites and a yummy bean salad recipe.

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Visiting Vienna; Life After The Puppies Left Me

I got to visit Vienna last month. No, I didn't make it to Europe. My Vienna is in Iowa with my best friend. She's in one of eight perfect homes nine of my thirteen puppies found. They are living their best lives, and I couldn't be happier for them.