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Glisten with glitter
Season’s greetings update: Seriously, can someone please stop the continual onslaught of food?! Since Uncle Ron is in town from California, we are taking every opportunity to spend some quality time with him before he has to leave. And as an … Continue reading
Season’s greetings
O Christmas tree update: The stockings are all hung by the chimney with care and the tree is definitely trimmed – Christmas has arrived for the Branstad’s. And as if we haven’t eaten enough over the last couple of days, tonight … Continue reading
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O Christmas Tree
Give thanks update: After eating copious amounts of tasty food yesterday, then caffeinating myself enough to head out to the stores for some serious deals via Black Friday, I am in much need of some rest. It all started out on … Continue reading
Give thanks
Braid it, baby update: I was a little concerned about the braided crust, but for a first-timer, I’d say it turned out pretty well. I just cut off the extra dough around the edges once it was placed in the pie … Continue reading
Braid it, baby
Turkey time came early update: Last night with the gals was a blast. I truly am lucky and very thankful to have such lovely ladies in my life. My bestie Molly was a gracious hostess, as always. I mean, just look … Continue reading
Turkey time came early
House of ginger update: Seriously, could my nieces be any cuter? I sure was a huge help at the gingerbread house decorating event… Of course I had to join in the fun and decorate a house of my own. T.B.’s birthday … Continue reading
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House of ginger
Defying Gravity update: Another great show put on by the cast of Wicked. This was my third time seeing it, and I love the songs and characters just as much as the first time I saw it. Bravo! Another big … Continue reading
Defying Gravity
I’m hungry update: Have you gone out and picked up a copy of the Hunger Games yet? Seriously, it’s a MUST READ series. The holidays are right around the corner. I mean, Christmas is only 37 days away people! And while … Continue reading
I’m hungry
Helianthus annuus update: Back from Kansas and all I can say is “there’s no place like home.” I loved seeing my family and exploring the shops of Hays, but I’m glad to be back here in Des Moines. The past weekend … Continue reading
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Helianthus annuus
Race for the case update: I haven’t found “the one” yet, so while I shop around for the perfect case I just need one so that I don’t feel as if my iPhone is going to break at the touch … Continue reading
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