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	Cheesy Apr 3, 2012 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass Have I ever mentioned that I lived in Italy when I was a teenager? My dad worked for NATO in Naples in the early '80's. Easily my favorite place I ever lived. EVER. I could see the Mediterranean from my bedroom window. The people o ... [read more]
	I Got a Rock Feb 28, 2012 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass Q just had his fifth birthday (Mah baybee! Sob!). For weeks ahead of time, he kept asking what he was going to get for his birthday. Finally, just to give him an answer, I told him he was getting sticks and twigs. His father joined i ... [read more]
	It's Not a Tumor! Jan 26, 2012 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass Last October, right before my birthday, I went in for my yearly eye exam. I got the whole shebang: glaucoma test, dilation, visual field test. That's the one where you put your head in this kind of space egg thingy and click a buzzer ... [read more]
	Trailer Trash Jan 26, 2012 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass The ranch has been in the family for about ten years now. So it has been ten years since we set up our base of operations: a mobile home. A very nice mobile home (Seriously! It looks just like a house on the inside with drywall and e ... [read more]
	Finding Balance Jan 17, 2012 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass Lest you think this is some high minded new year's resolution post, um, nope. If that is what you are searching for, move right along and I'll catch you next time. This here post is about MAH BAYBEE! [read more]
	Thinking Small Jan 5, 2012 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass So. December happened. Wow. Holy over commitment, Batman! Even though I got all of my shopping done well in advance, we barely managed to get the tree decorated in time. Never the less, Christmas was great. Kids had a blast. Much ... [read more]
	The Day I Became My Mother Nov 29, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass My mom was a good mother. She got all of the big things right. High expectations? Check. Unconditional love? Check. Balanced meals? Checkity check. [read more]
	Thankful 2011 - Days 23 - 27 Nov 28, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass 23. I am thankful that I had completed my grocery shopping and didn't have to hit the H.E.B. the day before Thanksgiving. Whew! 24. I am thankful for my family, both immediate and extended. We had a lovely time at my aunt and uncle ... [read more]
	Thanksgiving Memories Nov 24, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass I am thankful to be part of such a wonderful family. We are spending the day with my aunt, uncle, and cousins, but here are some pictures of favorite moments from years past. [read more]
	Thankful 2011 - Days 19 - 22 Nov 23, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass 19. I am thankful for family date night: a DVD and pizza with the hubs and chillies. Captain America was a big hit - even if Z & Q fell asleep before it was over. 20. I am thankful that I can finally, Finally, FINALLY get the air c ... [read more]
	Thankful 2011 - Day 17 & 18 Nov 19, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass 17. I am thankful for my Aqua Zumba class. I get all the fun of Zumba without anyone ever seeing my legs - which is good. It is really hard to keep the rhythm with all that resistance! Luckily, none of the little 'ol biddies can eit ... [read more]
	Thankful 2011 - Day 16 Nov 17, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass Today I am thankful for fun packages that come in the mail. I ordered a cute pair of boots from Jessica London - on super sale, no less - and they arrived today. SO cute! And comfy like slippers! Huzzah! [read more]
	Thankful 2011 - Days 1-15 Nov 15, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass Okay, so I'm a little late getting started, but I still have a LOT to be thankful for! So, here goes for the first half of the month: [read more]
	Halloween Humor Oct 31, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass Happy Halloween! [read more]
	I ♥ Amazon! Oct 29, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass There are a lot of people out there that hate on Amazon, but I'm NOT one of them. [read more]
	My Dog is Broken Sep 26, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass Speaking of weekly vet appointments... [read more]
	They Cut Off My Fierce! Sep 22, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass Normal women have standing appointments to get their hair done. Or a mani/pedi. Maybe a massage. Me? I have a standing appointment with my vet. [read more]
	Take It All Off! Sep 22, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass So. A looooong time ago I mentioned something about cutting my hair. Blah, blah, significant birthday blah give hair to charity blahbity blah. There may have even been a poll? [read more]
	Ain't That the Truth Aug 25, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass
	FAT Aug 22, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass There's nothing like a vacation in the mountains for relaxing and enjoying the scenery. [read more]
	Shampoo Warning Aug 22, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass I don't know why I didn't figure this out sooner! The shampoo I use is making me fat! When I wash my hair, the shampoo runs down my whole body, and (duh!) printed very clearly on the shampoo label is this warning: "FOR EXTRA VOLUM ... [read more]
	Hold, Please! Jun 21, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass The good news is that I have finished sewing all seven miles of piping. (It turned out AWESOME, by the way.) I have stapled on about half of it and completed the outside of one of the wings. If I didn't have blisters to prove otherwi ... [read more]
	Wing Back Love Jun 16, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass Are you sick of the wing backs yet? I'm not! Here is the progress report: I have done all the recovering I can do before I sew about seven miles of piping. So far, so good! It looks so awesome! [read more]
	Freezer Jam - So Domestic! Jun 15, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass In an uncharacteristic fit of domesticism, I made freezer jam this evening. So easy! I had no idea! Basically, you just squish up a quart of raspberries, throw in a cup and a half of sugar and a packet of fruit pectin (the kind made ... [read more]
	Rae Ann v. Wing Back Jun 13, 2011 \| Author: Rae Ann \| Source: Critical Mass Further progress on the wing backs: [read more]
	Oh Boy, It's The Holiday Season Dec 26, 2010 \| Author: heward \| Source: Looking And Feeling Your Best At Every Age Yes, it's the day after Christmas and I'm feeling relieved. As much as I look forward to the holiday season, I probably look forward to it ending more. I can't really tell you when this transition started, but it's been here for awhile. ... [read more]
	CHANGE IS TOUGH, BUT NECESSARY Apr 11, 2010 \| Author: heward \| Source: Looking And Feeling Your Best At Every Age I recently made a significant change in my life. I made the decision to seek new employment after my current employment just wasn't allowing me the opportunities I'm looking for, especially at this point in my life. Probably one of the ... [read more]
	Blogger of the Year Award Mar 12, 2010 \| Author: Shauna \| Source: Growing the DuBois Family HaHa--please don't tell me you actually thought I could be up for such an award?! [read more]
	Straight No Chaser Dec 13, 2009 \| Author: Shauna \| Source: Growing the DuBois Family We have fallen in love with these guys! They are awesome, hilarious and can sing like no other! [read more]
	Flashback Friday Dec 11, 2009 \| Author: Shauna \| Source: Growing the DuBois Family This time last year, our little girl was just starting to sit up on her own. She goo-goo'ed and ga-ga'ed all day long. A lot has changed in this very, very short year. [read more]