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Ink Or Crayons
It wasn't his mohawk haircut though that caught my attention but rather his tattoo.

Flowers, Not Dollars
A plastic pot worth fifty cents, filled with dirt which God is still making for free, and some plants which, let's face it, are weeds somewhere in the world.

It's OK To Have Oily Hair
The idea of using something so commonplace to help with a disaster is awesome.

The Evolution Of A Pond
I was weeding today in between rain storms and while working on the fish pond in the back yard, I thought back to the pond's beginning.

Pardon My Dust While I Redesign My Website!
It's not just a paint job - but a whole site remodel! And like most do-it-yourself projects, it gets done in pieces, as time allows.

My iPad ... The Unboxing
Satisfied with my decision and convincing my wife the iPad was the next best thing to strawberry preserves, my sweatheart bought me an iPad for my birthday.

Stinky Tree
Nothing says spring like a majestic flowering tree. Magnolia and tulip trees are starting to unveil their splendor as well as ... uhm, my pear tree.

The Dirt On My Garden, Part II
After calling it quits, I still had quite a bit of dirt left and my neighbors were more than happy to take it often my hands. Thanks guys!

The Dirt On My Garden, Part I
Just how happy is my wife knowing that what used to be a driveway to our garage is now a mountain of decomposed vegetation? She's not happy!

Unofficially Spring
It was a beautiful day today and although only 24 hours after oral surgery, the 61° weather was beckoning me outside.

Darn Dentist ... You Can't Believe What He Pulled
I have been dreading this day for a week, although I had known it was coming for two years. Two teeth needed to be pulled and I am just not a fan of pain.

Funny How Things Work Out
Lions have always impressed me and I am sure if their ownership was both legal and safe, I would have one. (Don't tell Bella!)

28 Valentines
No one ever could or ever will be able to put a smile on my face, raise my spirits or warm my heart like my wife.

Has Time Gone To Pot
I am all aware of the power of advertising. The subliminal messages advertising can convey lure us in to purchases we may have never even considered making.

Reunion
I have not seen my brothers and sisters on my father's side for approximately 40 years, nor have I seen my father for roughly 20 years; not because of bitterness but rather it just never happened.

Coincidence?
When the worst was over, I was left achy and helplessly weak. Our Sunday plans were spoiled.

I've Lost My Touch ... Ain't That The Berries
Last week, my phone died. I nursed it along for two days and decided it was time to pull the plug. Please, a moment of silence.

Winter Has It's Ups And Downs
Two days ago I fell. I was walking, stepped wrong on the sidewalk and did this beautiful dance to the ground. Along with my pride I hurt my knee.

There's Snow Better Toy
Like many dogs, Bella loves snow. There is no drift too tall to conquer; no depth too deep to nuzzle into. She loves snow.

Time For A New Calendar, It's 2010!
I want to keep my car cleaner, both inside and out. I'd like to clean my garage so I can keep my car cleaner. I would like to keep my birdfeeder full of seed this winter.