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The Visitor from Cuteville

MrsMama posted an article on - Dec 2, 2009, 8:35 am
This little puppy came to visit over Thanksgiving. Isn't he just the cutest little thing?! Our puppy, Trooper, who is not a large dog, positively dwarfed the critter. He thought we got him a ne...
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Update

MrsMama posted an article on - Dec 1, 2009, 6:16 pm
I am sad to report the latest update from our friends, the Huffmans. I know many of you have been following their story and have kept them in your prayers. Thank you. Please continue to remember Sc...
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Seasonal Whiplash

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 29, 2009, 2:11 pm
Just yesterday I was celebrating Thanksgiving with the family and today we were singing Christmas carols in church and starting the season of Advent. What happened?! In case you can't tell, I am...
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It's That Time Again

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 28, 2009, 10:30 am
Ack! How could it have snuck up on me so soon? I've been busy taking pictures of families for their annual Christmas card and I have yet to even think about ours! It's a sunny day today and...
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Don't Try This at Home

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 27, 2009, 7:42 am
Our martial arts instructors are creative and cruel most inventive when it comes to thinking of giving us a workout in class. For example, last week we were asked to: 1. Sit in a tight circle. Lif...
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Happy Thanksgiving

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 26, 2009, 6:04 am
Fruit of the Earth, originally uploaded by MrsMama. Thanksgiving For each new morning with its light, For rest and shelter of the night, For health and food, For love and friends, For everything Thy ...
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Aching In and Out

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 25, 2009, 11:05 am
Ouch. I'm feeling a little tender this Thanksgiving. I'm sad because this is my first Thanksgiving without my parents and my Favorite Sister. They moved out of state a few months ago and I ...
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My Mouth Will Never Be the Same

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 25, 2009, 7:26 am
There is a burger bar tucked away in a corner of a local Irish pub that is rumored to serve the best hamburgers in the city, perhaps in the entire state. Yesterday I ate their Kobe burger and my mou...
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In Which the Munchkins Compete

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 23, 2009, 8:56 am
A few weeks ago the Munchkins competed in their first martial arts tournament. Master Munchkin entered Board Breaking and Flag Sparring. He set up 5 boards then struck each one, in order, quickly. ...
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The (Temporary) End of the Wolfman

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 21, 2009, 6:39 am
Our school had their fundraising auction last night. I can't wait to tell you what I came home with! My van needs new tires so I bid on 4 new tires (installed) from a local donor. And won them ...
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Heavy Heart

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 21, 2009, 6:30 am
Our dear friends from church are going through the hardest of times this weekend. My heart is so sad. If you could, would you pray for them today? The Huffmans
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I Had a Dream

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 19, 2009, 7:16 am
Last night I dreamed (drempt?) that I went to the grocery store and all the checkers had on black UFC fight gloves. It's better than the dream I had where I met Ree with the back of my skirt tuc...
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PW in KC

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 17, 2009, 9:10 am
Last night the fabulous PW was in town and April and I hoofed it down to the Plaza to attend her cookbook signing event. It was a Girl's Night Out and we were very excited! Stop taking pictures ...
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For Ann

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 10, 2009, 8:43 am
"There's a special place in Heaven for a mom of all boys." Fall Family Photoshoot with the S. Family. Yes, they have 5 boys!
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What to Wear

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 8, 2009, 7:31 pm
This is a great example of what to wear for a family photoshoot. I love how everything coordinates, but doesn't "match". I especially like the mix of plaids and stripes and solids with mom's...
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Tournament

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 7, 2009, 6:40 pm
Today our martial art's studio held its first in-house tournament. The Munchkins competed and I took photos. A lot of photos. 1,214 photos, to be precise. I think my brain is broken now. I...
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Munchkin Math

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 5, 2009, 1:27 pm
Master Munchkin came home from school with a math problem that he created. It reads as follows: Bob has 60 hippos. He bought 19 more hippos. How many hippos does Bob have now? Bob has 38 cats. Bob...
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Some Kansas Love

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 4, 2009, 11:13 am
Frosted Grass-1, originally uploaded by MrsMama. I had a happy surprise in my inbox today. The official government website of Kansas has chosen one of my photos to publish in their calendar for 2010....
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The Wolf Man Returns

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 3, 2009, 8:19 am
You may remember my interesting encounter at the gym with the Wolf Man. Yesterday, he was there again, only this time he was shirtless. Ack! I was a bit distracted and made a quick detour into the...
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Golden Boy

MrsMama posted an article on - Nov 1, 2009, 9:49 pm
20091027-DSC_0107, originally uploaded by MrsMama. This little guy was sooo cute. I couldn't get enough of him! And he couldn't get enough of the apples I brought along. :)
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Extra Hour

MrsMama posted an article on - Oct 30, 2009, 6:41 pm
I know that I often wish I had more than 24 hours in a day. What are you doing with your "extra hour" on Saturday?
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Now That I have you Hooked

MrsMama posted an article on - Oct 28, 2009, 8:39 am
Sorry to leave you "hanging" on that fish hook photo for so long. That just wasn't nice! Here's a happier photo: the Master holding the fish hook after it was removed from his foot. He was ...
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In Which the Master Finds a Fish Hook

MrsMama posted an article on - Oct 25, 2009, 7:20 pm
Yesterday, I was in the middle of a Fall photoshoot with a family when the Master interrupted me with this: Quick, grab your children and say, "See, this is why you wear shoes!" Details, of both ...
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Favorite Fall Mix

MrsMama posted an article on - Oct 20, 2009, 8:37 am
I make this sweet treat every Fall and I love it. Mix together equal parts of candy corn, plain M&Ms and dry-roasted peanuts. Serve and snarf. Now, before you rush to the store, color is important....
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MrsMama does the Happy Dance

MrsMama posted an article on - Oct 19, 2009, 4:19 pm
After a month or so of intermittent washing machine problems, the beast is now working again! It got to the point where I was mooching off of my friends and family for clean clothes. A sweet lady in...
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River to Well

MrsMama posted an article on - Oct 15, 2009, 10:09 pm
Remember when I told you about a photography contest a little while ago? You gave me some great feedback and I entered 2 photos. This photo, of Master Munchkin, won an Honorable Mention. The winn...
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Fun Fall Photoshoot

MrsMama posted an article on - Oct 14, 2009, 5:10 am
Over the weekend, this dear family braved the nippy wind to get some fun Fall photographs with me. We don't have a lot of Fall color around here but we were lucky enough to find this gorgeous tre...
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Close to Home

MrsMama posted an article on - Oct 13, 2009, 10:02 am
If you have a moment, would you please pray for this dear family? Things are pretty rough for them right now.
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Wolf Man

MrsMama posted an article on - Oct 12, 2009, 10:16 am
I stopped by the gym this morning to try to ease myself back into exercising. It is a small gym, in a community center and it's free. Since there are no membership fees or contracts, it attracts...
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Thankful

MrsMama posted an article on - Oct 12, 2009, 10:05 am
I am happy to report that I am back and feeling fully recovered. I am suspecting that I was hit by a very evil virus, which took me down and out for quite awhile. It seems that my Crohn's is sti...
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Update

MrsMama posted an article on - Oct 3, 2009, 11:07 am
I simply had to log on and pop in for a visit. It's been a rough week, full of Ups and Downs. The Downs included pain, tears, frustration, and numerous unpleasant and unmentionable bodily func...
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A Gift

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 29, 2009, 7:59 pm
Things will probably be pretty quiet here at All Astonishment for a bit. It seems that my Crohn's Disease, which has been in remission for the past 2 years, is trying to make a comeback. I need ...
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Serious Style

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 29, 2009, 8:13 am
For a visual treat, check out some of these talented photographers. I love their style! Mika Beth Edwards Pet Shine Photograhy Kristi Hedberg
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Pests, Be Gone!

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 26, 2009, 4:31 pm
Amy over at the Idea Room, posted the most ingenious idea yesterday. It has restored sanity to my home. Thank you Amy!
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Sicko Spins and Hooks

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 25, 2009, 8:00 pm
Even though I was feeling under the weather, I decided to go ahead and try to test for my red belt last night. On the way to class I took a couple of Tylenol and washed them down with a Starbuck'...
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Another War

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 24, 2009, 9:32 am
This week I've been fighting a cold, a stomach ache, and my washing machine. So far I've lost every round. Tonight I face one more battle: Belt Testing. Miss Munchkin and I are going for ou...
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Only if You're Ready

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 22, 2009, 6:11 am
Check out these photos over at Coal Creek Farm. But only if you're ready for a smile.
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Pumpkin Chocolate Cookies

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 20, 2009, 2:04 pm
With the hint of Fall in the air, I thought it was the perfect time to try this new recipe. I made these over the weekend and they were delicious. I would recommend doubling this. By the way, I re...
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Eye Candy

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 20, 2009, 9:46 am
A few more shots from my time with this lovely family: Look at those dimples! My husband said the little girl's were big enough to "eclipse the entire earth". In a good way, I'm sure. ;)
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Master's Musings

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 19, 2009, 5:00 am
Some gems from the Master: Dad, do you think there is an anti-matter parallel universe? (referring to a cartoon) They really have inaccurate theories; bullets don't blow up. Mom, can you fix me ...
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Men of Reason

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 18, 2009, 6:14 am
Personally, I am a morning person. I love to get up before the rest of the household and have some uninterrupted time to myself. Right now I am sipping coffee and listening to the crickets, not the ...
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Inside My Head

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 15, 2009, 11:12 pm
Master Munchkin brought our little Flip mini video camera to Fight Class last night and caught some footage. Happily it ran out of space before I had to spar the big guy in the back. That was not pr...
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Stinkin' Cute

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 13, 2009, 8:40 am
I had a fun photoshoot with a dear family last night. Not only are the mom and dad entirely lovely, just look at these kids! I had so much fun. I can't believe I get paid for this.
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She Strikes Again!

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 12, 2009, 8:22 am
You may recall some of my clumsier moments in martial arts class. My lastest victim was Miss Munchkin herself. Last night we were working on various self-defense moves and Miss M grabbed me from beh...
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A Truth Universally Acknowledged

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 11, 2009, 4:33 pm
It is a truth universally acknowledged that a young boy, when in the possession of an unsupervised computer, will Google websites like Happy Ninja.com and Extremely Sharp weapons and will be in Litt...
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Happy Labor Day

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 7, 2009, 10:23 pm
Hope you had a chance to put your feet up today!
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The Only Reason for Time

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 7, 2009, 8:23 am
The only reason for time is that everything doesn't happen at once. Albert Einstein Here are some interesting links from Time magazine, for your browsing pleasure: 10 Things to Buy during this ...
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Standing About in a Stupid Manner

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 5, 2009, 9:35 am
(photo from despair.com) One of my goals in Fight Class is to learn how to avoid getting hit. You may be thinking, "Well, DUH!", but actually, getting hit is part of boxing. It's good to learn ...
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Pesky Moms and Moons

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 4, 2009, 10:14 am
Miss Munchkin had a friend stay over last night and, since it is now past 10 AM, I've been entertaining myself by tossing frisky critters, one at a time, into their room to wake them up. Trooper ...
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Bad Dog!

MrsMama posted an article on - Sep 3, 2009, 10:03 am
Until recently, Trooper has been doing pretty good about staying in our yard. But last week our very naughty sweet little adorable puppy figured out how to infiltrate our neighbor's fenced backya...
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