Author Archives: allyanne

Thankful for Breathing Room

Posted on November 6, 2008 by allyanne

I like my personal space. I need time to be alone, and while I love to be cozy with my loved ones, I go a little crazy if there is TOO MUCH coziness. The same thing goes for my physical … Continue reading →

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Thankful for Play

Posted on November 5, 2008 by allyanne

I might have lived on this planet for 33 years, but inside, I'm just an 8-year-old girl. Really. Ask anyone. I like to play, to party, to make merry, to dance around and sing silly songs and wear goofy hats. … Continue reading →

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Thankful for Voting Rights

Posted on November 4, 2008 by allyanne

Too predictable? Oh well, I've been planning today's post for a week! So, I woke up at 6AM this morning and tottered down two flights of stairs to Chad's basement lair, where he was all washed and dressed and coifed … Continue reading →

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thankful for my town

Posted on November 3, 2008 by allyanne

It's funny that I live where I live. It's funny that I like living where I live, in a small town in Ohio. They call it a "city" here, but it's not. I grew up a few towns to the … Continue reading →

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Thankful for Finishing the Job

Posted on November 2, 2008 by allyanne

This might sound like a weird thing to be thankful for, but when you are like me and start many, many projects, you come to view finishing the job as the most difficult and desirable thing ever. I am really … Continue reading →

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Look who came to my house for Halloween!

Posted on November 1, 2008 by allyanne

  You know, he's not a bad dancer.   He and Mrs. Faceless stayed for supper.   And I even got my photo taken with him!

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Thankful for Seasons

Posted on November 1, 2008 by allyanne

This November, I am going to post every day about something I am thankful for. Heidi is going to be joining me in this project on her blog, and I invite all of you to join us as well. Today, on … Continue reading →

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Boo to you!

Posted on October 31, 2008 by allyanne

  ha ha ha! This is one of my most favorite photos of my parents. Chad and I had been married for about two months when Halloween rolled around. Mum & Dad came over to Grove City, bringing costumes, decorations, food, and helping us celebrate. … Continue reading →

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Chili and a Movie

Posted on October 30, 2008 by allyanne

Heidi, Jordan and I started a new Halloween tradition a few years ago: I go over there for the afternoon one day in late fall, she makes chili, I bring Meet Me in St. Louis, and we basically eat and … Continue reading →

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Dreaming of a white halloween??

Posted on October 29, 2008 by allyanne

Ok, it's not like what the people in New York are dealing with today, but still: SNOW. Can you see it?    

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A little party for the tastebuds

Posted on October 28, 2008 by allyanne

Yesterday was Family Stamping Day, and while the stamping was fun, it was nothing compared to the feast everyone brought! A while ago, Meredith sent Heidi a package of oils and vinegars she'd purchased while in New England. Stuff like … Continue reading →

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poppin’ corn

Posted on October 27, 2008 by allyanne

We love popcorn. It's almost an obsession. We'd eat it for dinner every day if I let us, but I don't. (WHY don't I??) Chad is our designated popcorn popper, and his skills are considerable. Lately, he's been flavoring the oil … Continue reading →

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back in the land of the living

Posted on October 26, 2008 by allyanne

Yet plagued with vague anxiety from missing a week. Anyways, I think this bug is on its way out! I certainly hope it is. OUR HOMESTUDY IS DONE! In fact, everything we needed to do for our foster-adoption process is … Continue reading →

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Cheering Photos: A Study in Randomness

Posted on October 24, 2008 by allyanne

Still Sick. My sinuses were so bad last night that my teeth ached. Good times. This will cheer me up!   Perhaps he has a future as a faith-healer. Maybe I should give him a call.   So cute and cuddly. … Continue reading →

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Still Sick.

Posted on October 22, 2008 by allyanne

That's why it's been quiet around here the past few days. I am still under the weather, but every day, it's a different focus. Today, it is sleepiness, runny-nose, and a deep voice worthy of NPR. And I have slowed … Continue reading →

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