Monthly Archives: June 2010

My girly cowgirl

Ya gotta love a gal in tutu and cowboy boots!

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Home again, more words, and a dream

Home Again: I spent a weekend in Denver. What a blast! More on that later. I worried all week about what I would eat (since I can’t eat gluten) but that wasn’t a problem at all. I ate like a queen. The … Continue reading

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Piglet time

I picked up two 8wk old wiener pigs the other day. The price went down this year so that was a blessing. They were $65 each. My friend laughed when I said I was going to “have fun” picking up pigs. … Continue reading

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Facing Fears

I had a break through last week and decided that it is time to face my fear. Time to allow God to win the war even though that requires loosing this battle. The problem is, ever since then, I’ve been … Continue reading

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Spoon Saga- Another letter from Hawaii

I received a condolance card allegedly from a friend of Spoon that said; So sorry to hear about the loss of your spoon. I know you need him but he’s having so much fun traveling he doesn’t want to come … Continue reading

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Just 3′s – About me meme

MY 3′s: Here are some details about me you may not know. (I’ll ask for  yours at the end)    THREE PLACES I’VE LIVED: 1.Coeur d’Alene, ID – the most beautiful city I know 2. Whittier, CA – in a barn … Continue reading

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Fun with Characterization and Casting

I’m having a blast casting for my latest novel. A work in progress (WIP). I’ve come up with some creative ways for me, a visual learner, to get a better glimpse into the different personalities so that the characters aren’t … Continue reading

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Balance, perspective, priorities, desires…

Balance, perspective, priorities, desires and that dog gone knowledge thing I can’t talk about. These are always a struggle for me so as I learn more about photography (and have such great subjects, 4 crazy Thinglets) it’s hard not to … Continue reading

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Local LoneStar – The Legend of LoneStar Bear

    The Legend of Lonestar Bear by Remi Kramer Former hollywood director, Remi Kramer wrote and illustrated the trilogy of Lonestar Bear after moving to Idaho.  The illustrations are beautiful and the stories are enjoyable for kids and parents alike. … Continue reading

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Spoon Saga- Postcard from Hawaii

Dear Family, I sure wish I could say I missed you….BUT this being held hostage thing isn’t so bad. While I was on my quest to find that stupid dish that left me hanging some how I get hijacked and … Continue reading

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2010 Garden Drawing

It’s a little late but I finally got my garden plan drawn up and scanned. I’ve added a 12′ x12′ square plot that is outside the fence and am tempting the deer to eat my onions.   Then there is my original … Continue reading

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Yes I really took pictures of my chicken’s bum

…and it was all because of you! I wanted to share something I learned about raising chicks. Please join me at my new web home JessieGunderson.com and don’t forget to like the Blog Schmog Facebook community HERE. Grose huh? I know, I’m terrible. … Continue reading

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I finally got a camera

 I finally did it. I’ve upgraded from my trusty point and shoot to a DSLR. I chose Canon mostly because I’m already familiar with many of the settings but I was open to anything for the right price. I’m looking … Continue reading

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Spoon, come back!

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The funny things kids say.

Today I had a little help during lunch prep. Loud Kiddington was observing my every move so I asked, “Are you gonna be a chef when you grow up?” His eyes got wide. “No. I don’t want to be a … Continue reading

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