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Why I/You Should Probably Always Carry a Large Cup in the Car and other Evils of the “Carpool” Line

September 17, 2010 by Elaine

I’m having trouble with the school pick up line this year. Now mind you, I’m a “seasoned” parent since my kid is a FIRST-grader and I already did this rodeo last year. I know the routine people. There are cars coming from three different streets and each one takes their turn accordingly. But for some…

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Filed Under: fun stuff, School, The B Man

You Capture -Photographer’s Choice

September 16, 2010 by Elaine

I feel so lucky to get to spend every day with my sweet girl. I considered putting her in some type of Mother’s Day Out starting this month. So much so that I even put her on the waiting list. But truth be told, I’m glad they didn’t have a spot open up. And maybe…

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Filed Under: baby girl, Baby K, You Capture

WW – It’s Fast Approaching…

September 15, 2010 by Elaine

In 16 days my baby girl will have been in my life for 365 days. I know, I’m blown away too. Anyway, I kinda figured we should have a little party so I just sent out a ‘few’ of these… (inside is a small picture of her sweet face and handwriting by me, inviting our…

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Filed Under: Baby K, Birthdays, Milestones, Wordfull Wednesday

Oh yeah, and one of my kids started Pre-School…

September 14, 2010 by Elaine

With all the “hoopla” of our little took five posts to talk about Labor Day trip to NOLA I did not get a chance to talk about my pre-schooler! Little G started last Wednesday. I was nervous because drop-off is SO not his thing. He did cry and I did make a quick exit. But…

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Filed Under: Little G, Milestones, School

So NOT Dumb Summer Photo Contest – I’M A FINALIST!!!

September 14, 2010 by Elaine

****My Photo is in the TOP 5 and I’m one of the FINALITSTS!! YAY! Will you please go HERE and vote for me? I’d be FOREVER grateful!! 🙂 Just go to the bottom of the post and I’m the last one listed under my blog name! Thank YOU!! *** Summer is coming to a close…

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Filed Under: boys, contests, Photography, summer

Reflections of Me

September 13, 2010 by Elaine

I look at myself anywhere from 5-25 times a day in a mirror. Usually to put in my contact lenses or do my hair or to put make-up on my face. And of course to see how I look in the clothes I put on for any given day. When I was a teenager I…

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Filed Under: Elaine, Emotional, spirituality

New Orleans Part V, Last but Not Least

September 10, 2010 by Elaine

I had NO idea that it would take FIVE posts to cover a two-day trip to NOLA. Doesn’t that seem a tad excessive? (I know, “you said it Elaine!”) But I take A LOT of pictures these days and well, I like A LOT of the pictures I take. AND, this is my blog and…

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Filed Under: Family, Outings, traveling

You Capture – Signs

September 9, 2010 by Elaine

There were LOTS ‘o signs to see (and feel, see below…) in New Orleans last weekend. And if I’d actually remembered that this was the topic for You Capture this week, then I might have some good shots. But instead, you’ll just have to settle for these… There were many “flashy” ones, like this one….

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Filed Under: Photography, You Capture

WW – New Orleans Part III, BEIGNETS!!

September 8, 2010 by Elaine

On Sunday we had every intention of trying out the famous beignet (BIN-YAY) and coffee stand, Cafe du Monde. I mean c’mon people, anything coated in powdered sugar, fried AND accompanied by supposed fabulous coffee has to be good.* Anyway, we made good on that promise (to ourselves and the kids). However, this place is…

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Filed Under: Family, food, traveling

Were We in Europe?

September 7, 2010 by Elaine

I looked like a real tourist while we were visiting New Orleans. A tourist with three kids and a husband in tow. The first day we walked all the way from one end of the French Quarter to the other to get to a pizza place a friend had recommended. (It was called Louisiana Pizza…

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Filed Under: Photography, traveling

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Miss Elaine-ous Me

Hi! I'm Elaine, a transplanted Texan who has spent almost 16 years living in Cajun country. I am re-married to Brandon and we have five "kids" together, ages 21, 18, 17, 16 and 15 and crazy but cute dog, Charlie. I am also an office manager, occasional writer, prayer, and lover of life! Find me on Instagram (misselaine0375) and contact me at misselaineous0375 (at) gmail (dot) com.

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