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Washing Dishes

August 14, 2017 by Elaine

The dishwasher in the new house does not work very well. So much so that I requested a new one from my landlord. She has agreed to buy one (she used to live in this house, so I am guessing she can feel my pain) however, it hasn’t arrived yet. I’ve been using the crappy…

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Filed Under: House, Kids, kitchen, writing

Best Buy & Samsung – Quite the Pair!

May 30, 2016 by Elaine

While out shopping for a new refrigerator some people might say, “A fridge is a fridge is a fridge. They all keep things cold.” Yeah, but… that’s not all they do these days, actually. Samsung proves that with the amazing oneĀ I checked out while at Mom 2.0 last month. I am truly amazed at the…

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Filed Under: food, kitchen Tagged With: Appliances, Best Buy, Samsung

It’s Been a While…

August 7, 2008 by Elaine

…since I’ve been all random-like. So guess what – it’s time again! But hey, bonus, this has a few pictures! : ) *I’ve joined a little weight loss group through twitter and it’s really helping to motivate me (except for last week while on vacay) since I feel accountable to others. I am part of…

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Filed Under: Family, kitchen, Misc., Tim

HGTV Would be Proud

May 12, 2008 by Elaine

The Kitchen is almost done! Although there are few finishing touches yet to complete, the kitchen is glorious with it’s new look and I am so excited to have all the big projects done!! I promised some pictures of the days of yore as well as the new and improved, so here we go. Here…

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Filed Under: kitchen

Miss Elaine-ous Meme

May 6, 2008 by Elaine

So the new counter, sink and faucet (forgot to mention that last one yesterday) look great. I can’t wait until they do the backsplash tomorrow. I mean the dream of making over this kitchen has gone on a long time my friends. Tim also re-painted his office today so after moving everything out of there…

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Filed Under: kitchen, meme, Misc.

I’m Floored

April 3, 2008 by Elaine

So here is the flooring we have been living with since we moved into this house 3 1/2 years ago. Not THAT bad you say? Yeah, some of you are saying it…surely you are. And here is the new one in all it’s glory!! (Can you tell I’m just a wee bit excited?!!) Believe it…

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Filed Under: kitchen, Milestones, The B Man

We Have A Winner!

April 1, 2008 by Elaine

Random Integer Generator Here are your random numbers: 7 Timestamp: 2008-04-01 02:43:34 UTC Lucky number 7 is Nicole G. and here is her comment: “What do I love about motherhood? I get to do all the things that I loved anyway and not look nearly as silly doing it w/ my children in tow. I…

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Filed Under: Giveaways, kitchen

Manic Monday

March 31, 2008 by Elaine

Here’s my random list for a Monday. Read at your own risk. : ) They start on the kitchen floor this morning, meaning they have to demo the old first. This is the worst part. Dust everywhere and the boys and I have to vacate the house. We will be hangin’ at my MIL’s if…

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Filed Under: kitchen, Little G, Misc.

TGIF!

March 14, 2008 by Elaine

Ok, so even though I love staying home with my kiddos, sometimes I really look forward to the weekend. I mean lets face it, us SAHMs are working too and it’s nice to have a helping hand on the weekend or even to be able to go out for a little while by yourself while…

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Filed Under: Holidays, kitchen, Linking, Motherhood

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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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