Category: The Samantha Years
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Artistic License
My brother and sister-in-law have been in Denver since Christmas! They leave next Tuesday for a nine month adventure around the world (lucky ducks) It has been so great having them here and remembering that I have a little brother that I can badger from time to time. My brother is upset about my last…
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Confessions from a Supermom
“You are such a great mother.” This statement always takes me aback. I guess I should be flattered. Friends and family say it and I smile, thank them and try to change the subject. When I hear it from total strangers however, it makes me a little uncomfortable. Who are you? How long have you…
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Closing the Door
As 2008 drew to an end, we said a sad goodbye to a great man. Bart’s dad passed away right before Christmas. Ralph was a man true to his word, his convictions and his family. Bart and I would talk to him every Sunday; usually after ‘Meet the Press’ and he would always have something…
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Bad Mommy!
Samsmom just got a Bad Mommy Blogger award! And as you know, ‘bad’ is really ‘good’! Check out the LOVELY Princess who gave us this award. Princess Abigail, we LOVE you, your marvelous mommy and your wonderful family. Please check out this beautiful little lady at thebernardbunch.blogspot.com“> In passing this award on, here are the…
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Tis the Season
Thanksgiving is over. I like Thanksgiving. No gifts, no long lines, a nice four-day weekend, the day revolves around food, ends with pie and reflections of gratitude. What am I grateful for? I thought about this all day. I didn’t want to be cheesey or ordinary. I am very grateful for friends and family but…
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