tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38688112752430652092012-01-29T20:08:10.891-08:00Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.comBlogger2251100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-26727164878565263462012-01-16T13:26:00.000-08:002012-01-16T13:26:27.046-08:00

I've been itching to get out and take some nature shots, so once it warmed up to 40 degrees today we set out on our bikes... We were in search of some gorgeous wood ducks, but they were off somewhere else, naturally! Found some cinnamon teal... Which we don't see much of around here! Beautiful mallard hen and drake Crazy way to get a meal :-) A great white heron  A

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Saw this on Kristal's blog and thought it would be a fun way for you to get to know me! Age: 52, and am proud of it! Bed size: KING! Love the hubs and to snuggle but love all the room :-) Chore you dislike: Putting away clean dishes! Love to wash them tho... ODD, I know Dogs: Chocolate labs!  We have had three and they're great pets! Do miss having a lap dog Essential start to your day:

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Here I thought having only one blog to manage I could post more... LOL!  I do set lofty goals!! In all fairness to me, let me explain what my life is like right now.  I received a promotion at work right before Thanksgiving and since then have been trying to balance two jobs at work. I come home in the evenings and am pretty wiped out.  I had also committed to myself to make a baby blanket for a

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-7994603979617858082012-01-01T00:01:00.000-08:002012-01-01T00:01:00.779-08:00

Happy New Year 2012!!!

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-24886116900583236102011-12-23T09:35:00.000-08:002011-12-23T13:58:32.457-08:00

We recently got together for a little holiday fellowship and yummy food... I was able love on Granddaughter Harlow, all decked out in red and fur!!!! Harlow met her 2nd cousin Jake for the first time... They were born 25 days apart!!! My Dad met his first Great-Grandson for the first time too!! The New parents... Dear Son-in-law, Daughter, Niece-in-law and Nephew WHERE'S the

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We began our Thanksgiving at the airport! Picking up the new Uncle & Auntie from Seattle... Responses to meeting their new niece!! Harlow in all her cuteness... I was a happy Momma surrounded by my children ♥ Lovely centerpiece sent to us by dear daughter-in-laws Mom in Seattle! A bountiful table... My amazing family... 4 generations Hubs, his Mother, Baby

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Harlow Raellyn arrived November 12th and we couldn't be happier!!!

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-39987312988902175132011-11-14T20:21:00.000-08:002011-11-14T20:21:00.710-08:00

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-54205924487025245252011-11-11T21:06:00.001-08:002011-11-11T21:21:50.880-08:00

Today we spent the morning cooking meals to freeze for daughter & her husband! It will be nice for them once the baby arrives to not have meals to worry about! We shopped early in the morning First up was potato-corn chowder Hubs made blueberry scones Boiled chicken breasts were shredded Hawaiian style pizzas Mexican lasagna Traditional lasagna It was a

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-60679243748688801982011-11-05T17:02:00.000-07:002011-11-05T18:12:23.165-07:00

I'm playing a little catch up! You have been warned, this post may be a bit long! Daughter Erin's baby shower Party favors "A Star is Born" cookie cutters and a "Soft Blanket" scented Yankee Candle Gorgeous dessert cupcakes! Diaper Cake made by my Sister & Niece-in-Law Baby Girl Vestal's crib and Momma's rocking chair Sweet sign for the dresser... Another

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-58118176236899494022011-10-20T20:17:00.000-07:002011-11-05T18:11:56.766-07:00

    Welcome to Aloha Friday!!! In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is a day to take it easy and look forward to the weekend. I'll ask a simple question for you to answer. Nothing that requires a lengthy response. You can leave your response in my comments - If you’d like to participate, post your own question on your blog and leave your link here Remember to visit the other

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HAPPY 27th BIRTHDAY to our dear Son!!! This first picture is an oldie but goodie - Please cut me some slack as 'back then' I didn't have a nice fancy camera... Look at you now!! Last night Bubba and his bride, Little Feet celebrated by attending the Keith Urban concert!!! We hope you have a fantastic day Bubba - You have made us the proudest parents and we wish you

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-45458450767271182262011-08-27T00:01:00.000-07:002011-08-27T00:01:01.278-07:00

Today dear hubs & I celebrate our 33rd wedding anniversary!!!! To the love of my life, my best friend, my confidant and my hero I dedicate this song... because really... There's No Way ~

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Today I am no longer 50, but 50 "something"!! My 50th year has been an amazing one - My son married and I gained a daughter-in-law!! My daughter & son-in-law announced they were pregnant with our first grandchild, a girl! and I completed 5 half marathons!!! Each one of these milestones has taught me a little more about myself. You would think that after 50 years you would know yourself

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I had the privilege to do a small photo shoot fordear Daughter, Son-in-Law and our little baby belly! We are now 24 weeks...

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-81261195378167918092011-07-23T10:14:00.001-07:002011-07-23T10:37:32.735-07:00

Since my post here,I've had a couple of requests to explainCrack Pie... The name comes from a craving for more!!Seriously, this pie is insanely addictive.An oatmeal cookie crust and a sweet, gooey,butterscotch-y filling combine to create adelicious bubbling mess of salty-sweet goodness.When it cools, you’ll have to fight for your share.Or you can grab the pie plate, turn your backand crouch in

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-27494541134029131542011-07-13T20:16:00.001-07:002011-07-13T20:29:48.194-07:00

I would like ask that you check outa wonderful blog that I read daily!Kailani manages An Island Life ~Kailani has interesting posts about lifeliving on Hawaii, her life as a Motherto three young girls, product reviewsa weekly meme (Aloha Fridays) and awesome giveaways!!!Please head on over to An Island Life andenter this great giveaway!!!

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I really enjoy the weekends...It gives me a chance to cook andenjoy myself in my kitchen.Dear hubs is a whitewater raft guideand I love preparing a wonderful mealfor him to return to after a long dayon the river!Today I followed a recipe found inGiada DiLaurentis' "Every Day Italian"The recipe was very easy to follow and the mealcame together very quickly!Here are my chicken cutlets prepped for

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-24648084283099463782011-06-26T16:59:00.000-07:002011-06-26T19:19:28.374-07:00

Seattle Rock 'n Roll Half MarathonWho would have thought that I would berunning my 5th half marathon in a year?!?!?Def not me!!! But YEAH!!! I did it...Our morning started with an early 4:30AM wakeupand after rechecking our gear we headed for the start line.The picture above shows the 25,000-30,000 people participating!!It was a perfect 47 degrees at race time with no rain in sight...This is my

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THEY'RE HERE!!!We have been patiently waiting while thephotographers worked their magic onover 1000+ pictures!!!Please visit Photo Elan's blog HERE and see how lovelyTommy & Lindsey's special day was ~PLEASE leave a comment on their websiteto let us know what you think!!! If the kids receive enough commentsthey'll earn additional photosfor their package...

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Happy Anniversary Erin & Chris Best wishes to our beautiful daughter and her handsome Prince Charming!!Dad & I have enjoyed watching your union grow stronger each year - We have seen the love in your eyes as you support each other not only through lifes daily challenges but as you challenge yourselves both physically & mentally.Again, congratulations and we look forwardto many more happy years

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-17926752131667647732011-05-15T16:29:00.000-07:002011-05-15T16:37:11.916-07:00

This was brought to my attention andI felt it worthy to share...Of course I am partial to the fire service,but I'm sure you'll agree we owe the folksa HUGE thank you!!!

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-44864055837360302532011-05-08T00:01:00.000-07:002011-05-15T20:02:03.893-07:00

A tribute to Mom...Another Mother's Day and your memory fills my mindI can't help but shed a tear as I drift back in timeYou left me 6 years ago for peace in heaven aboveSo hard to let you go... Empty of a Mother's love ~Mother's Day was for you, but now that you are gone a hard day to get throughSomehow life goes on..Mother's Day is not the same, nor will it ever be!Your memory eases the pain,

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This weekend I ran andcompleted my FOURTH half marathon!!!This one will however be one for the books...I was so blessed to have my daughterand our future grandbaby running with me!!!We had a wonderful morning and my daughteris such an inspiration for me!!!I struggled late in the run, but she wassupportive and I didn't want to dissapoint heror myslef, so I pressed on ~Here we are before the race:

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Our daughter is expectingour first grandchild!!!Here is my beautiful daughter& Baby V due in November!!

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We had an amazing wedding weekend!!The entire weekend was filled with so much love...We were able to assist with some final preparationsfor the wedding ~ We enlisted everyone! Dear husband, the Groom and our son-in-lawhad a wonderful system laid out.Dear daughter & I prepared the menu cardsand passed them off to the men ~ Once the details were taken care of the girls were pampered...and the boys

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-83849125190589953502011-04-09T07:20:00.000-07:002011-04-11T21:54:03.329-07:00

The big day is here!!! I'll surely have a few pics to share laterbut for now I'll share this music video!!

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! From the day she was born she has not stopped amazingus with her talent, desire, drive, and caring personality! She was destined to do great things... "The smile on your face is the light in the windowthat tells people you are home"

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-9149267962438273222011-03-19T20:40:00.000-07:002011-03-20T07:15:46.499-07:00

Another installment of my recipe's fromThe Primal Blueprint Cookbook 1/2 pound andouille pork sausage, cut into slices1 small oninon, chopped2 green bell peppers, chopped2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 tsp paprika1 tsp salt 1 tsp dried oregano1/2 tsp dried thyme

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-30519071711290973642011-03-16T18:37:00.000-07:002011-03-16T19:44:02.308-07:00

Another half marathon, 13.1 miles...# 3 in the books!!Awaking Sunday morning at 4:30AM followingthe time change was the first challenge of the day...We arrived at 5:30AM with plenty of time to spare, allowing me time to prepare for my run.I had time to meet up with some running friendsShelley & Tracy and we chatted about our individual game plans. I had a tough week prior with an ITB issue,so I

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-68398489594500123842011-03-13T04:37:00.000-07:002011-03-13T04:37:00.660-07:00

Today is my dear husband, best friend, and favorite fitness buddy's birthday!!! For having a tough childhood he has turned it around intoa GREAT life... He has been and continues to be a wonderful role modelfor our children and is the BEST provider for his family!!!As is his unselfish nature he will be spending his birthday morning supporting me as I run a half marathon... He is THE BEST thing

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-8240445840848022612011-03-10T19:50:00.000-08:002011-03-10T20:33:05.156-08:00

Welcome to Aloha Friday!!In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is a day to take it easyand look forward to the weekend.I'll ask a simple question for you to answer.Nothing that requires a lengthy response.You can leave your response in my comments -If you’d like to participate,post your own question on your blogand leave your link hereRemember to visit the other participants!It’s a great way to make new bloggy

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-66029421601782177062011-02-20T18:47:00.000-08:002011-02-20T19:19:20.448-08:00

I'm working to expand my culinary knowledge bytrying a new recipe a week...This week was Moroccan Chicken ~I found the recipe in a new cookbook,The Primal Blueprint Cookbook.Here is a look at the ingredients...The recipe:2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil1 onion finely chopped3 chopped cloves garlic1 tbsp ginger1/2 tsp Tumeric1/2 tsp Cinnamon Ground1 1/2 tsp Paprika1/2 tsp Coriander Seed1/2 tsp Ground

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-10189301673802420742011-02-11T06:03:00.000-08:002011-02-11T06:14:10.684-08:00

Welcome to Aloha Friday!!In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is a day to take it easyand look forward to the weekend.I'll ask a simple question for you to answer. Nothing that requires a lengthy response.You can leave your response in my comments -If you’d like to participate,post your own question on your blogand leave your link hereRemember to visit the other participants!It’s a great way to make new

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-12013445848276943282011-01-29T16:01:00.001-08:002011-01-29T16:16:08.571-08:00

Having lived in my hometown for several yearswe tend to know many families.Being a member of the Fire Department family your "family" grows!!We have made lifelong friends and have entertwined friends/families ~I have the pleasure of keeping in touch with a very special young lady...Tracy over at Then I Got to Thinking !! Tracy is celebrating a milestone of followers and is sponsoring an amazing

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-74578923918125287862011-01-27T06:27:00.000-08:002011-01-27T20:50:28.046-08:00

This was too fun not to share!!!A local high school's administration staff put together a "flash mob' performance for the student body...I cannot watch this video enough!!!I tip my hat to the staff for just getting out thereand having a blast!!!

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-10419797443433807612011-01-23T16:47:00.000-08:002011-01-24T20:55:17.842-08:00

I simply cannot give enough praise to Shutterfly!!!Several times throughout the year they offer excellent discounts, one of which allowed me to purchase my wedding rehearsal invites at a great price!!If you haven't done so, be sure to check out Shutterfly.com ~Rehearsal Picture Brown Rehearsal Dinner InvitationCreate personalized greeting cards and invitations by Shutterfly.View the entire

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This is our chocolate lab... BelleThe retired fireguy has trained all of our labs to hunt ~This picture is of Belle aftershe scared up a skunk!!!The mud on her face is self-induced...After the skunk sprayed her she droppedto her knees and was rubbing her face in the mud ~Apparently, she took the brunt of the spray in her faceand her MOUTH!!! I found a homemade concoction on the internetto bathe

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-58966550602756302452011-01-16T14:24:00.000-08:002011-01-16T16:37:29.710-08:00

This post is a bit late... therefore a little long but Iwanted to update you on our holidays!The week of Thanksgiving we traveled to Washington state to visit our Son & his Fiance'. Dear Daughter, Son-In-Law and granddog also came!The day we arrived it was beginning to snow!This was our view our first morning ~ The snow continued... For two days!!! As you can see the roads made going anywhere

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-91925189767811300952011-01-09T09:43:00.000-08:002011-01-09T09:59:47.382-08:00

For those of you that are new to my blog and those who have been following me here, I wanted to let you know about "my other blog"!!I maintain another blog; LOLLYGAGGIN'This blog is where I participate in the Mommytography 365 project. I take & post a picture a day. This is my second year of participation; I completed my first last year!! You can see my top picks from last year HERE. Please, if

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-66182575144079975622011-01-02T20:15:00.000-08:002011-01-02T20:32:27.300-08:00

A short but FANTASTIC list for December... I received this amazing kitchen knife set as a gift for Christmas!I am so excited to use these as I perfectour many recipes ♥ I also received matching steak knives as a gift!!These too are a welcome addition to our cutlery set...Finally, my annual favorite!CIOPINNO...My Mom used to make this treatonce a year and I look forward each yearto carrying on

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I'm wishing you all a Happy New Year and hope that2011 holds many great things in store !!Happy New Year Glitter Pictures

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♥ ~~~ ♥I am participating in the 2011 Mommytography 365 Project! For this year long project I will be once again**posting an image a day, This gets me out shooting, using my camera and learning new things with it daily. Anyone interested in photography can join, no need to be a Mommytographer. The project includes teens to adults, male and female, as well as people from all over the world. Come

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-28805928018102364932010-12-25T01:42:00.000-08:002010-12-25T01:42:00.327-08:00

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-85914190534847414122010-12-23T09:59:00.000-08:002010-12-23T11:21:48.264-08:00

My dear blogger friend Maria at Personalized Sketches is sponsoring a giveaway!!In honor of her birthday she is giving US a gift ~You can enter here until Dec. 31stMaria does an amazing job at re-creating yourfavorite picture using any name you choose!!!This is truly an amazing talent...Check out some of her work in her etsy shop! Here are the prints I had drawn...This was drawn using ERIN for

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-8695872727264346912010-12-22T16:20:00.000-08:002010-12-22T17:26:45.426-08:00

The Retired Fireguy and I agreed to stay awaketo see the lunar eclipse(way past our bedtime but it is a once in a lifetime event!)The weather was very clear and very COLD!!I bundled up and wrapped in a blanket whileThe Retired Fireguy opted to watch from the spa...I learned ALOT from this little photo shootand am very glad I gave it a try!This is the gorgeous full moon about 10:30PM The earth's

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-71566942049755049432010-12-16T20:36:00.001-08:002010-12-17T06:18:17.085-08:00

Welcome to Aloha Friday!!In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is a day to take it easyand look forward to the weekend.I thought that I would take it easy on posting, too.Therefore, I’ll ask a simple question for you to answer.Nothing that requires a lengthy response.You can leave your response in my comments -If you’d like to participate, post your own question on your blogand leave your link here.Remember to

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-15018035027072551062010-12-02T19:04:00.000-08:002010-12-02T19:04:00.152-08:00

Oh boy!!!My kids turned me onto thislittle bit of heaven...This hazelnut spread with a dash of cocoais all the dessert I need :-) I have to give a shout out to ourSamual Adams beer...We are currently working on theWinter Classic pack - which includesa fun Winter Ale and the yummyChocolate Bock...We really enjoyed the Harvest collection too!!!My favorite was the Pumpkin Ale...If you are a dill fan

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-60967597771648846442010-11-30T19:39:00.000-08:002010-11-30T19:47:36.711-08:00

SHUTTERFLY was kind enough to offer me FREE cardsfor posting about this fabulous offer!!!Check out my previous post about Shutterflyto get in on the fun :-)Joy And Magic Christmas CardGet custom photo Christmas cards online at Shutterfly.com.View the entire collection of cards.

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-49118613044505279882010-11-21T19:36:00.000-08:002010-11-23T19:30:39.089-08:00

For the last several years I have enjoyed sending out a family update along with photos from the past yearduring the holiday season. I have heard from several recipientshow much they enjoy reading our updatesand being able to see yearly photos of the family!!Since finding Shutterfly I have used their Christmas cards exclusively!!This year will be the first yearthat my holiday cards will be just

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-33841477586631702502010-11-12T07:27:00.000-08:002010-11-12T08:03:58.571-08:00

Welcome to Aloha Friday!!In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is a day to take it easy and look forward to the weekend.I thought that I would take it easy on posting, too.Therefore, I’ll ask a simple question for you to answer.Nothing that requires a lengthy response.You can leave your response in my comments -If you’d like to participate, post your own question on your blog and leave your link here.Remember

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-5265802635352101412010-11-07T06:25:00.000-08:002010-11-07T17:20:51.695-08:00

Yesterday dear daughter ran her first ultra marathon (50k = 31.1 miles) ~Anytime you run over the standard 26.2 miles of a marathon it is considered an ultra...Erin has completed several marathons and even completed back-to-back weekends of marathons; which granted her accessinto the elite runners group of “Marathon Maniacs”!!The fun started with a surprise for Erin...Erin's brother Tommy & his

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-38384519642007438012010-11-03T07:29:00.000-07:002010-11-03T07:29:00.334-07:00

I'm cutting back on caffiene...Trying to see if this helps my sleep habits.Although I only consume 8-12 ozs. a day, I feel I am dependent on caffiene ~I LOVE the taste of coffee! I love the smell of coffee...I love having my morning coffee. What I don't love is the fact that I get a headache when I don't have my daily cup!I recently bought 1/2 caff coffee grounds in an effort to wean myself

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-63915260050171203332010-11-01T06:39:00.000-07:002010-11-01T06:39:00.725-07:00

~ Support Project Blue Light ~Project Blue Light began in 1988 when the surviving mother-in-law of a Philadelphia (PA) police officer killed in the line of duty told COPS(Concerns of Police Survivors) that she would have two blue lights in her window for the holidays, one in memory of her son-in-law and one in memory of her daughter, the officer’s widow, who had been killed in a car crash that

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-23386631700308966492010-10-06T19:19:00.000-07:002010-10-06T20:19:30.108-07:00

Last Saturday I completed my 2nd half marathon13.22 miles in 2:22:50 The day started with a light rain mist and the sun rose to overcast skies. The weather remained cool (around lo 50 to hi 60) but became quite humid as the morning progressed. It was actually great running weather!I had the great pleasure of having my daughter running by my side!Erin is training for her first ultra marathon (30.1

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-5588793006079019702010-10-02T16:57:00.000-07:002010-10-02T17:27:31.479-07:00

Yes folks, Jenn over @ The Weir family is sponsoring another drawing!!! I told you previously how sweet she was, and here is another example!!!Jenn's latest drawing is for a $35 gift card to CSN stores/.com and you too can enter here.

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-72494750893447043772010-10-02T10:14:00.000-07:002010-10-02T10:48:16.305-07:00

WOW! Here it is the end of another month!!This month's installment of favorite things is truly a hodge podge, but that's what makes me interesting... HA!!!Sourdough FAT FREE pretzel nuggets ~Sa-weet!!!These make a great mid-morning snack at work and I have found that if I keep them in my lunch bag in the fridgeit makes them even MORE yummy!!Now that I have increased my mileage for running I'm

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-51178187757991096232010-10-01T20:02:00.000-07:002010-10-02T09:01:01.175-07:00

Recently one of my lovely bloggy friendsJenn @ The Weir Family held a drawing for OutLast Hand Sanitizer,which you can read more about here.Lucky me, I was one of the drawing winners and I will be able to try out this product!Any of you that know me, know that I am a germ-a-phob so this is SO perfect for me!!! Thank you Jenn for hosting this drawing ♥I strongly recommend you go check out Jenn's

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-22611748014538759792010-09-30T06:21:00.000-07:002010-10-02T09:03:09.415-07:00

Happy 26th birthday to our 'baby boy'!!!Yes, he is a man now, but will always be Ma's 'boy'... Much has changed in 26 years and he will soon take a wife!He continues to amaze me as strong, independent & considerate personI know that his future is so bright and look forward to his continued successes!!

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-91383920241530817532010-09-11T16:13:00.000-07:002010-09-11T21:31:50.295-07:00

I think we have all seen the bumper stickers orlicense plate holder... If you have EVER doubted the truth of this saying,let me be the first to confirm MY belief!!! Dear husband was hunting out of state (600+ miles) andon his way home ... Imagine being at work and receiving a call from your loved onereporting that they had been run off the roadby an another car who's driver was driving too

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-79037544314840217562010-08-29T07:28:00.000-07:002010-08-29T08:30:47.225-07:00

Hard to believe that another month has flown by...Since it was such a busy month and I am combining subjects, this will be a little longer of a post!August is probably one of my most favorite months!!!It is the month I celebrate my birthday and our wedding anniversary ♥This years birthday was a big one for me... 5-0August has been filled with love, anticipation & warmth...As always my family has

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-36814991666483393582010-08-07T08:30:00.000-07:002010-08-07T10:54:47.782-07:00

Of course at the top of my favorites would be this!!!I'm really enjoying my husband's retirement ~ Having dinner prepared and ready when I get home from work is such a treat!!! He has even surprised me with appetizers on a few occasions... I am super happy with our unseasonal weather!!We have only had one 10 day period of 100+ degrees...Quite a change from our normal summer weather ~Oh dear...I

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-7594573952815052432010-07-22T04:46:00.000-07:002010-07-23T06:17:53.557-07:00

Welcome to this week’s edition of Aloha Friday!!In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that they take it easyand look forward to the weekend.So I thought that I would take it easy on posting, too.Therefore, I’ll ask a simple question for you to answer.Nothing that requires a lengthy response. If you’d like to participate, post your own question on your blogand leave your link here.Remember to visit

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-21995095059433706882010-07-18T15:45:00.000-07:002010-07-18T19:17:01.222-07:00

Just a short follow-up to my "Part I"...I'm still in awe of what I have accomplished! In awe of my mind, body and spirit..Words simply cannot express all that flows through you as you cross the FINISH LINE!All of the early morning training runs, all of the stretching, motrin/acetamenophen (HA!)the mental struggle and the anticipation was SO worth it!To see the smiles on the faces of my family,

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-48947231263723587712010-07-09T06:02:00.000-07:002010-07-09T06:16:36.738-07:00

Welcome to this week’s edition of Aloha Friday!!In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that they take it easyand look forward to the weekend.So I thought that I would take it easy on posting, too.Therefore, I’ll ask a simple question for you to answer.Nothing that requires a lengthy response.If you’d like to participate, post your own question on your blogand leave your link here.Remember to visit

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-43461315251717337462010-07-04T06:13:00.000-07:002010-07-04T08:35:29.406-07:00

I did it...I set a goal, followed the plan and completed it!!!Goal; to run a half marathon before my 50th birthday ~ CHECK!The plan; Runner's World SmartCoach ~ CHECK!!!Complete it; I finished in 2:23:48 CHECK!!!! I had set a personal goal of finishing in 2 1/2 hours and made it.Here I am out on the course;Words really cannotdescribed how beautiful Seattle is!!The course had us running along Lake

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-75601076312208557572010-07-04T02:38:00.000-07:002010-07-04T02:38:00.122-07:00

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-88078175764821054722010-06-25T19:10:00.000-07:002010-07-03T16:47:33.752-07:00

Tomorrow is my big day!!! Send lots of strength here about 7:00AM Pacific Time.... http://bit.ly/5G0JwQ

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-68938816616069603342010-06-19T13:34:00.000-07:002010-06-19T13:34:00.643-07:00

I have now been training for 6 months -I met my original goal and ran my first 10k (6 miles) on March 28, 2010 and promptly set a goal to run a half marathon before my 50th birthday. This gave me 5 months to train!! Sounds like it's do-able... Off I went to train!Timeframe = Mar. 28 - June 18, 2010Running ~ 166 milesSince my mileage has increased considerabley, my cross training has been

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-69627615277449652502010-06-18T06:25:00.000-07:002010-06-18T06:28:21.589-07:00

Welcome to this week’s edition of Aloha Friday.In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that they take it easyand look forward to the weekend.So I thought that this Friday I would take it easy on posting, too.Therefore, I’ll ask a simple question for you to answer.Nothing that requires a lengthy response.If you’d like to participate,post your own question on your blog and leave your link here.Remember

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-89266851795013596362010-06-13T13:35:00.000-07:002010-06-13T16:59:14.076-07:00

As mentioned previously I am participaring in the Mommytography 365 Project and submitted this on a recent assignment...Well, I won!!! I won for the most creative shots!!!Check out my awesome camera strap that was my prize... Thank you to Tracy and the other Mommytographers for inspiring me!!!

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-15955249859434728222010-05-30T15:52:00.000-07:002010-05-30T16:10:52.832-07:00

This is it... The day we all look forward to; RETIREMENT!!My Fireguy has been in the fire service for 20+ years and has made the decision to retire.He has plenty of hobbies to keep him busy; fishing, hunting and rafting to name a few...We hired an amazing young woman, Carrie @ Sheps Photography to take some shots to commemorate his career. I love the shots she took and I'm sharing a few with you

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-84242507339668589052010-05-27T19:06:00.000-07:002010-05-27T19:12:06.313-07:00

I am participating in the "Mommytography 365" project -This week our assignment was a Scavenger Hunt with our camera's and I wanted to share my submission!!I hope you enjoy my slide show

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-16137987195904499962010-05-27T10:33:00.000-07:002010-05-26T20:04:56.210-07:00

Oh my goodness! Can you believe it is nearing the end of another month!!I am posting this a little early, since I tend to forget (wink wink)Knocking live video is an iPhone app that is like having a live mobile phone web cam. See what I see, LIVE anywhere!!! The ONLY thing missing with this app is sound... but I'm sure Apple is working on it ~Flip videocam...is an easy to use, pocket-sized HD

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-2795395610868831332010-05-19T10:30:00.000-07:002010-05-20T20:25:37.484-07:00

To celebrate birthdaysis without a doubt a wonderful thing, but what do you do when the person is not there to celebrate with?My Mom Shyrl at age 2A Mother Like YouIn my home there is a photo of a face more precious than gold ~And to those who love and lost youyour memory will never grow old.Today I look at your photoat your face so loving and true ~No wonder my heart is breaking Momlosing a

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-38937454702580131502010-05-19T08:41:00.000-07:002010-05-19T08:41:00.368-07:00

Happy Anniversary to Erin & Chris Best wishes to our beautiful daughter and her handsome Prince Charming!!Dad & I have enjoyed watching your union grow stronger each year - We have seen the love in your eyes as you support each other not only through lifes daily challenges but as you challenge yourselves both physically & mentally.Again, congratulations and we look forwardto many more happy years

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-45333108319483890192010-05-09T00:01:00.000-07:002010-05-09T00:01:12.876-07:00

Wishing all of my Blogger Mom's a very♥ HAPPY MOTHER's DAY ♥Glitter Mother's Day Graphics

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-36129559921753153912010-05-01T09:24:00.000-07:002010-05-01T09:24:00.132-07:00

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-44836027587390970442010-04-30T20:32:00.000-07:002010-04-30T21:23:58.125-07:00

Dang it! I can't believe I skipped a month again ~So, without further delay, here are my latest faves!! I believe I have found the holy grail of snack foods! I adore chips! However I don't adore the saturated fats, calories, and preservatives found in most chips. That is why I welcome this snack treat that is popped... All the flavor and half the fat!! If you know me you know about my love of

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-89956703396592031822010-04-24T17:06:00.000-07:002010-04-26T20:04:30.151-07:00

What a great time we had in Boston!!!In addition to the excitement of having our daughter qualify/run/finish one of the most prestigious marathons, it was another wonderful family vacation.We arrived to cloudy skies and rain, but the weather Gods saw to it that the days we needed great weather we had it!!We took a water taxi from Boston's Logan airport across the Boston Harbor to our amazing

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-2478871795486564972010-04-15T17:50:00.000-07:002010-04-15T19:56:34.317-07:00

As seen in a post last year this run is very special to me... This year I made it even more so; this was the year and the run that I completed a goal - to run a 10k.Waiting for start time I had a really great run, passed the 5k split and continued on without a second thought. I knew that The Fireguy was waiting for me at the finsish line and was surprised by my dear daughter who showed up!! The

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-11674933878956062472010-04-06T03:38:00.000-07:002010-04-06T05:47:00.349-07:00

~ Happy Birthday Erin ~Our first born, a daughter was born on a rainy Easter Sunday 30 years ago today!!She has brought us more joy and happiness than we ever imagined.I made this video as a gift for her, but I hope you will see what a gift SHE is!!!~ You'll Always Be Our Little Girl ~ (P.S. Be sure to turn off the player at the bottom of the page)

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-49515863432058332172010-04-04T02:22:00.000-07:002010-04-04T02:22:00.205-07:00

---Thailand free Glitter comment---

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-91732758096744258982010-04-03T07:44:00.000-07:002010-04-03T08:20:00.254-07:00

~ I miss her every.single.day ~ Today marks 5 years since I lost my Mom to cancer.(You can read more here)I am so grateful for the 45 years I was blessed with her love, guidance, support and knowledge. I won't sit here and tell you that it is THE hardest event in life; to lose your Mother. It was the hardest part of MY life. We all suffer losses in life and to each one of us it is extremely

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-33670670806770209532010-03-31T08:06:00.000-07:002010-03-31T08:06:00.234-07:00

Hello dear New England bloggers !!! I know you are out there and Alicia over at New England Girl gave me great hopes that you could help me out... My daughter will be running in her first Boston Marathon in April!!! We are making it a family vacation (4 will be arriving from CA and 2 from WA state) and we will be in Boston for 5 days! Aside from the marathon on Monday we have all registered to

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-83563951414514315152010-03-27T17:55:00.000-07:002010-03-27T20:47:30.767-07:00

At the beginning of this year I began training for a 10k (see here).I have now been training for 12 weeks and here are my statistics -Timeframe = Feb. 18 - Mar. 27, 2010Running ~ 77.15 milesCycle ~ 71.6 milesOther Fitness (Walking, elliptical machine) ~ 27.46 milesUpdate #3 training miles = 176.21 with a combined total of 398.19 mi for 12 weeks of training !!!!Since I began training I have run

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-82768106614320365542010-03-19T06:27:00.000-07:002010-03-19T06:38:58.511-07:00

Welcome to this week’s edition of Aloha Friday.In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that they take it easy and look forward to the weekend. So I thought that this Friday I would take it easy on posting, too. Therefore, I’ll ask a simple question for you to answer. Nothing that requires a lengthy response.If you’d like to participate, just post your own question on your blog and leave your link

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-52020368174606991092010-03-17T00:14:00.000-07:002010-03-17T00:14:00.156-07:00

St. Patrick's Day Glitter Graphics

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-74533049853140174412010-03-14T00:04:00.000-08:002010-03-14T00:04:00.141-08:00

It is hard to believe that I have been blogging for a year already ~ I have enjoyed making new bloggy friends and look forward to the opportunity to meet a few in person very shortly!! I'm thankful for the opportunity to journal my life and express my views and opinions. I appreciate being able to read about other blogger's daily lives and offer comments of support, hope and the knowledge that

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-89136815460222856482010-03-13T00:26:00.000-08:002010-03-13T00:26:00.319-08:00

Today is my husband, The Fireguy's birthday!!! "Just another day he says"... so he will spend the dayat work - Protecting our community!!I thought I would share a few photos of my husband so you can see the fine man behind this great woman (Tehehehe)... Doing one of his many hobbies! Whitewater raft guiding...♥ The best friend I've ever had ♥A rare moment when he is sitting down!! and finally,

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-35652177220325798642010-03-07T20:39:00.000-08:002010-03-07T15:36:25.176-08:00

This is about two weeks past due of being posted, but I wanted to share my fun family weekend with you!Tommy & Lindsey arrived Friday evening for the weekend. This trip originally planned in December turned into an engagement celebration weekend!!! After fetching the newly engaged couple from the airport and we headed to Erin & Chris' for a homemade meal. It always a party with our little family

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-35168097129923660692010-03-07T15:36:00.000-08:002010-03-07T17:42:41.355-08:00

Sorry for the onslought of posts, but I am behind and need to catch up!!!Serioulsy, it was not this bad, but I had to laugh at what I thought it would be like... The doc released me to full duty (no restrictions) and I returned to work on February 24th.The jury is still out on whether my surgery was a success, as he offered me a 'cocktail' shot (lydocain, dextromethoraphan & something else) so I

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-58099851344436318672010-03-01T11:17:00.000-08:002010-05-07T06:49:23.909-07:00

Welcome to this week’s edition of Aloha Friday.In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day that they take it easyand look forward to the weekend.So I thought that this Friday I would take it easy on posting, too.Therefore, I’ll ask a simple question for you to answer.Nothing that requires a lengthy response. "Goodbye or See You Later"We recently attended a funeral service for a fellow Firefighter...It was

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-68841131747580086572010-02-28T19:37:00.001-08:002010-02-28T21:00:06.650-08:00

I'm a bit behind, so please be patient with my longer list. As I gathered all of my items, I realized there was a general theme... Any guesses??? I have been feeling pretty great about my training and treated myself to a splurge!! I found the Brooks Nightlife jackets and vest on eBay for a decent price. These jackets/vest should allow me to be seen better than in my current plain black jacket.

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-20352811102443269022010-02-25T00:01:00.000-08:002010-02-25T00:01:02.078-08:00

A little something to take us into the week-end...1. Throw out nonessential numbers. This includes age, weight and height. Let the doctors worry about them. That is why you pay 'them'!!!2. Keep only cheerful friends. The grouches pull you down.3. Keep learning. Learn more about the computer, crafts, gardening, whatever. Never let the brain idle. 'An idle mind is the devil's workshop.' And the

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-84514697442574506142010-02-18T08:31:00.000-08:002010-02-18T19:14:43.114-08:00

At the beginning of this year I began training for a 10k (see here).I have now been training for 6 weeks and here are my statistics -Timeframe = Jan. 18 - Feb. 17, 2010Running ~ 47.86 milesCycle ~ 77.81 milesOther Fitness (Walking, elliptical machine, rollerblade) ~ 28.6 milesUpdate #2 training miles = 154.27 with a combined total of 221.98 mi for 6 weeks of training !!!!I have been an occasional

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-53794272445194755072010-02-16T09:02:00.000-08:002010-02-16T20:35:58.638-08:00

Our little boy is taking a bride!!!♥ Bubba proposed to his Lindsey ♥Our future daughter-in-law is such a sweetheart - She has the cutest laugh and a kind spirit. Best of all, she makes our boy happy :-)We consider ourselves lucky to have her in our family.Since the kids had already planned a trip home this weekend, dear daughter (Sissy) and I are throwing together a small engagement party for

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-22227918577325565742010-02-09T18:30:00.000-08:002010-02-10T13:52:20.347-08:00

**VOTING LINK** Scroll down to the bottom to vote!!!Each month, An Island Life hosts a photo contest with a specific theme. For February the theme is: Love Is . . . Here’s how it works:I have posted a picture taken by me below and how this photo relates to what LOVE IS and what it means to me; which enters me in the contest! Voting will begin on Feb 9th and will run till Feb 13th. I am asking

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-79650567262252189362010-01-29T20:54:00.000-08:002010-01-29T21:07:24.031-08:00

In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is the day to take it easy and look forward to the weekend.I thought that on Fridays I would take it easy on posting, too. I’ll ask a simple question for you to answer. Nothing that requires a lengthy response.My question is: WHAT FOOD TASTES BETTER AS LEFTOVERS???My response: Hands down, PIZZA!! To me there is just something about cold pizza that is so satisfying! I

Lesleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417822936078682474noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868811275243065209.post-41868118838702024122010-01-26T17:46:00.000-08:002010-01-29T19:20:01.129-08:00

After having healed my wounds from the Viking loss on Sunday I am glad to report some happy news!My new friend Nicolasa over at Low Expectations honored me with this sweet award!! Nicholasa writes such fun blogs depicting her life as an elementary school teacher, crafter and doggie Mom to Daisy! She is also a fantastic photographer... She inspires me to push myself at being more creative in my

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