Author Archives: erin

Feeling like a writer monkey

Posted on May 12, 2011 by erin

For the most part, I love my job. I enjoy writing engaging and clear communications and I enjoy writing and editing. Lately, though, I’ve started to feel like a writer monkey. I’ve described this feeling to people in the past. … Continue reading →

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Mondays and Toddlers

Posted on May 9, 2011 by erin

Last September, I made the decision to go back to work part time. I had taken about a year off to stay home with my baby. I did work from home for that time, but the hours were limited, and … Continue reading →

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It started as a voice in the back of my mind…

Posted on April 22, 2011 by erin

My family and I went to Good Friday service this evening. I really enjoy the Good Friday service at our church. It’s emotional, raw, and it doesn’t feel stiff and diluted. Regardless of what you believe, what happened to Jesus … Continue reading →

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Goodbye Plateau

Posted on April 19, 2011 by erin

Finally, I’m off that stinking weight loss plateau. After about 4 weeks, I’m finally making downward progress. I think that a major development has been not being sick as a dog. My teeth are out, the cold is gone, and … Continue reading →

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Monday = walks & sticks

Posted on April 11, 2011 by erin

I can’t tell you how happy I am that it’s finally getting warm out. I would say that the only real problem with living in an apartment, aside from having to lug your laundry to the basement – which sucks, … Continue reading →

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What a difference 11 hours of sleep make…

Posted on April 4, 2011 by erin

I know what you’re thinking: How did you get 11 hours of sleep?? 🙂 I only got 7.5 hours of sleep (although it was heavenly after the 4-5 I’ve been getting). Mr. Fynn slept from 8 PM (when he finally … Continue reading →

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Mommy Wars

Posted on March 26, 2011 by erin

So, I was reading the information on the New York Times about the AAP saying that kids should be rear-facing until 2 years old. A very good suggestion, although a mute point for me because my enormous child surpassed the … Continue reading →

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D-day…

Posted on March 24, 2011 by erin

Bye, bye wisdom teeth. We’ve been attached to each other now for about 14 years. We’ve had a good run, but I’ve got to break up with you now. I hope you understand. Tear. Dread, dread, dread. I’m trying to … Continue reading →

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The Biggest Loser

Posted on March 22, 2011 by erin

So, I do love the show The Biggest Loser. I can’t help myself. Tonight I got pretty irritated at one of the contestants. This season Rulon Gardner is on the show. If you don’t remember him, he’s the USA Gold … Continue reading →

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March 21, 2011

Posted on March 21, 2011 by erin

I still can’t believe it is the middle of March. Don’t get me wrong. I think it’s a great thing. I am SO tired of winter, and I don’t even have to shovel a driveway. I’m ready to get out … Continue reading →

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