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In a nutshell
A Slice of my Life is my take on two teenagers, one husband and a whole slew of critters. Life around here is never boring!
Shaun (also referred to as my Beloved): Computer Nerd, WoW Geek and all around Nice Guy. (although sometimes I have to wonder if he's really just a 12 year old boy trapped in a 40 something year old man's body)
Kt-The Teenager: Our oldest daughter, college student, vegan, volunteer, high achiever with a goofy side.
Mimi-The Feisty Redhead: Still our baby girl, high school junior, Drama Queen, artistic and culinary inclined.
And then there’s me, Susan The one who adores them all! I hope you enjoy all the antics that go on in our little slice of the web.
That’s So Yesterday
Category Archives: Teens
My Homework
When Mimi came home from school on her first day, she gleefully announced that I had homework to do and handed me a sheet of paper. It was titled “What you need to know about my son or daughter in … Continue reading
The Last First Day
It was a major struggle to climb out of bed this morning. We had done just as we do every summer the moment school lets out…revert into “Night Owl” mode. Our entire family seems happiest staying up until the wee … Continue reading
Those Teachable Moments…
When one of the headlights in the van Mimi drives burnt out, I knew it was one of those “teachable moments” that every decent parent is honor-bound to take advantage of. “Come on Mimi” I said holding a brand new … Continue reading
Posted in Family, Mimi, Random stuff, Teens
Tagged car maintenance, self-reliance, Teachable Moments, Teens
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The Make-up Artist
“Mom, I’m going to do your makeup for you.” my youngest daughter announced. I was getting ready to go out with some of my friends and she had been patiently waiting for me in my room. I was pretty sure … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, It's all about me!, Mimi, My Dear Mother..., Teens
Tagged cosmetics, eye shadow, high fashion, make up, makeover, wrinkles
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Uncalculated Chaos
When Mimi started classes last week, she told me that she was really going to need a new scientific calculator. Not only had she been using her sister’s aging hand-me-down one, her teachers were encouraging the students to get the … Continue reading
Posted in Adventures, Humor, Mimi, Random stuff, Teens
Tagged calculaters, cheap, frugal, internet shopping, school supplies, TI-84
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Mimi’s New Adventure
Shortly after school let out in June, Mimi started asking if she could switch to one of the other high schools in our area. Having known our Drama Queen for several years, I merely raised my eyebrows at her and … Continue reading
Posted in Adventures, Mimi, Random stuff, Teens, Traditions
Tagged First day of school, new beginnings, new school, school picture tradition
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Hiding Out In The Monster Closet
Vacations are a lot of fun, but let’s face it, they are also a lot of hard work. From the anticipation, the packing, and the endless driving to the disruption of routine, unpacking and loads of smelly laundry. I was … Continue reading
Posted in Adventures, Family, Humor, It's all about me!, Teens, That Man O' Mine, Traditions
Tagged hiding from family, Monsters, vacation
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Kids Today
It’s been a quiet evening. Our KT arrived home safely from her camping trip (with nary a bear sighting) smelly, tired and with lots of stories to share. After a long, hot shower for KT, and dinner and story telling … Continue reading
Posted in Family, Humor, KT, Mimi, Technology, Teens
Tagged card games, computer games, deck of cards, sisters, Solitaire, teenagers
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The Seven Mile Hike
My oldest daughter left the house shortly after the Crack of Dawn this morning to go on a seven mile hike with a couple of her friends. The hike itself, while a bit challenging, doesn’t bother me. I know KT … Continue reading
Posted in Adventures, Family, KT, NaBloPoMo, Teens
Tagged bear canisters, camping, Girl Scouts, Hiking, Indian Princesses, Olympic Penninsula, worried mother
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Just When You Think They Are All Grown Up
This afternoon, I needed to make a quick stop at Costco. I usually go by myself, but today I drug my kids along with me. For some odd reason, my girls thought that the oversized shopping carts would be perfect … Continue reading
Posted in Adventures, Family, KT, Mimi, Outside the box, Teens
Tagged Costco, graduation, riding in shopping cart, sisters, teenagers
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