Author Archives: carly

Oh no she di’int

Posted on January 16, 2009 by carly

MR made it very clear that my singing was not up to par while listening to the Elmo song. Ssshhhing, shaking her finger, and shouting “no, no, no,” was all the hint I needed to keep my singing voice to myself. While … Continue reading →

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She’s got some handmade hot pants

Posted on January 14, 2009 by carly

This little girl loves all things polka dots, so polka dots it is! These pants are far from perfect and definitely not worthy of out of the house attire, but I had so much fun making them! And at just … Continue reading →

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Sweeter than this

Posted on January 12, 2009 by carly

  Alright, alright…I’ll admit, I’m from the south and am not a huge fan of Paula Deen’s. On more than one occasion, her recipes have been categorized as “non-repeat” offenders in our household. That being said, I do have a few … Continue reading →

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Working on a million dollar smile, two new teeth at a time

Posted on January 9, 2009 by carly

Two new teeth mean that this little girl has been ruling the roost. No naps. Yogurt and Nilla wafers for every meal. Bouts of fussiness. And late night holding sessions with mommy and daddy. Still, she manages to make us smile … Continue reading →

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An update, an etsy shop, and a recipe

Posted on January 7, 2009 by carly

The Boss man was released from the hospital this morning and will undergo more tests at UVA next week. The latest ultrasound did not show any blockage, but pointed to an enlarged left kidney. Please continue to pray for God’s healing touch as … Continue reading →

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Say a prayer for the Boss Man

Posted on January 6, 2009 by carly

Boss is my sister’s second child. He’s big. Real big, hence his nickname. Yesterday morning, Julie took a screaming Boss to the pediatrician. After several tests, the doctor diagnosed the Boss man with kidney problems. An ultrasound appointment was scheduled for Thursday … Continue reading →

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The year of sewing, being outdoors, and making friends

Posted on January 2, 2009 by carly

I vowed to learn to sew in 2009. G vowed to spend more time in the outdoors. So far, G is fairing better than me. Last night he headed south for an early morning dove shoot. Later today, he is off to … Continue reading →

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Christmas at the coast

Posted on December 31, 2008 by carly

Some hate it. I love it. 80 degrees in mid December suits me just fine. On the final leg of our “Christmas 2008 tour”, we stopped by Eulonia to spend a few days at the coast. Seafood and burgers, a pier-side … Continue reading →

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