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Who do you miss most right now?

Posted on Sep 26th, 2009 by Susan #1 : Balanced Susan #1

     I miss my Oma.  She lives across the ocean in Berlin, Germany.  At 93, she had to move into an assisted living facility.  Her apartment, or flat, now belongs to someone else.  I wish... More »

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Lolo, My Favorite Auntie

Posted on Sep 6th, 2009 by Susan #1 : Balanced Susan #1

Yesterday was Saturday.  It was like any other Saturday... filled with wonder and adventure and exploration.  It was a full day and a fun day.  I came home around 9:00 and and checked the phone... More »

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What makes your family unique?

Posted on Oct 21st, 2008 by Susan #1 : Balanced Susan #1

This is going to sound weird...  My father has a dental bridge in his mouth.  He is missing two permanent teeth... the same tooth on the right and left side of the bottom jaw.  When it... More »

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What is your favorite family story?

Posted on Sep 15th, 2008 by Susan #1 : Balanced Susan #1

There are many favorite family stories that I could share.  Two of the best involve my youngest brother, Andy.  When my brother and I were in high school, we were actively involved in our church... More »

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Who have you lived with the longest?

Posted on Sep 9th, 2008 by Susan #1 : Balanced Susan #1

Me, Myself and I have lived together in this body called Susan for the past 37 - soon to be 38 years.  We haven't always gotten along, but when we work together... well, that's a... More »

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What friend or beloved family member lives furthest from you?

Posted on Aug 28th, 2008 by Susan #1 : Balanced Susan #1

     My Oma is 92 years young!  She is an amazing woman.  She has lived in Berlin, Germany for my entire life.  I was born and raised in CT in the US.  My Oma knew that... More »

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Tripping...

Posted on Jul 18th, 2008 by Susan #1 : Balanced Susan #1

Flying with two children can be loads of fun.  Little did I know that my children wouldn't be able to handle flying... NOT exactly the thing to find out when you're traveling 7 hours and... More »

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How do we shift from "Me" to "We"?

Posted on Mar 27th, 2008 by Susan #1 : Balanced Susan #1

     We shift from "Me" to "We" by being brave enough to take the first step... admitting that a group is stronger than the whole... by having a good network to depend on, to share... More »

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When did you last feel proud of a friend?

Posted on Feb 5th, 2008 by Susan #1 : Balanced Susan #1

     I'm really proud of Karl.  He officially quit smoking, and will be celebrating his one month anniversary soon.  I know it's not an easy thing to do... a pack plus a day is no... More »

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Words Of Wisdom From John Denver

Posted on Dec 21st, 2007 by Susan #1 : Balanced Susan #1

Okay, so working in an elementary school has its perks... It's the day before Christmas break... a half day at that. The kids are all SUGARED up and the teachers drop them off at my classroom... More »

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