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Monthly Archives: September 2014
Day 263: Jonathan’s Minecraft Birthday
Today’s first was another September birthday celebration, this time for grandson Jonathan. He is the son of Elissa’s significant other, Josh. I already count sweet Jonathan as a grandchild and this was the first time I’ve attended a birthday party … Continue reading
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Tagged Dayan, Elissa, family, Jonathan, Jonathan's birthday, Josh, Mike & Debi, Minecraft birthday party, Minecraft Steve, year of firsts
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Day 262: The Hobbit Fan Fellowship Contest Challenge 4
So I’ve temporarily skipped over Challenge 3 in the contest, and quickly completed Challenge 4 this evening, for my first today. Challenge 4 was a snap. I simply had to share an exclusive picture, which is actually a part of … Continue reading
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Tagged Challenge 3, Challenge 4, The Hobbit Fan Fellowship Contest, video, year of firsts
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Day 261: Zumba in the Street
Tonight was Third Thursday. I always enjoy milling around downtown, chatting with people, checking out booths and art, and listening to music. The Joplin Y took over the corner of 3rd & Main Streets this evening and cranked up the … Continue reading
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Tagged Dave, downtown Joplin, Joplin Family Y, Linda, mom, Third Thursday, year of firsts, Zumba
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Day 260: Celebrate Adriel’s Birthday
This evening’s first was a celebration of Adriel, my youngest child, who had a milestone birthday today. She turned 30. It was a milestone for me as well, to have my baby turn 30 and to now have all three … Continue reading
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Tagged Adriel, Adriel's birthday, birthday dinner, family celebrations, Olive Garden, year of firsts
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Day 259: Back to Back Hobbit Movies
Tonight I have a quick post about a not-so-quick first! I am working on Challenges 3 and 4 of the Hobbit Fan Contest. Challenge 3 is the making of a 2 minute video sharing my refections about the impact on … Continue reading
Day 256: Positive Thinking Day
Today is Positive Thinking Day! And a great day for me to celebrate for the first time. Years ago, when I first heard of positive thinking, I dismissed it as a gimmicky fad. It seemed like lying to myself, thinking … Continue reading
Day 255: CJ Marching Band Takes the Field
Last Friday night strong thunderstorms moved into the area, cancelling the Carl Junction Marching Band’s first half time performance. Dayan and the band took shelter in the school, in hopes of waiting out the storm. Eventually they were sent home. … Continue reading
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Tagged band, Bulldogs Marching Band, CJ football, CJ marching band, Dayan, half time performance, tuba, year of firsts
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Day 254: Yamato Hibachi Grill & Sushi Buffet
*Updated 2/13/15: Yamato in Joplin has, unfortunately, closed since this blog post. One of the most fun experiences this year has been trying out new restaurants as they open in the Joplin area. Many favorites have reopened this year, after being destroyed … Continue reading
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