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It's time for my Friday fill-ins!  Thanks to Hilary at Feeling Beachie for hosting.


This week’s statements:
1. If ___ then____
If I make a menu plan at the beginning of the week, then I can manage my budget better.

2. ____ is my ___ of the ____
The morning is my favorite time of the day.

3. Once, I was surprised to find myself __________________.
Once, I was surprised to find myself leaving Kohl's without having purchased anything.  (It's my favorite store)

4. To keep from going crazy, I _________.
To keep from going crazy, I vacuum everyday.  (Our dog Molly sheds quite a bit, and the dog hair drives me nuts).

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Time for some fill-in fun courtesy of Hilary at Feeling Beachie.


This week’s statements:
1. Sometimes I wonder _____ yet.
Sometimes I wonder how it is I haven't lost my mind yet.

2. I try not to but I get___ very____
I try not to but I get discouraged very easily.

3. Today I promise that I will _____________ until I ____________________
Today I promise that I will pray for my friends until I hear some good news from them.

4. In my dreams I ______________ and sometimes _____________.
In my dreams I am a teenager again and sometimes I'm back home living with Mom.  Weird.

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Just yesterday I said I was gonna take a break from some of my blog hops.  Well, this isn't one of them!  I really enjoy this one because it makes me think.  Join Hilary and the gang at Feeling Beachie to see if you can undertake this challenge.


This week’s statements:
1. I hate __
I hate it when my perfectly laid out plans don't play out the way I want them to.

2. I used to love playing _____ as a kid
I used to love playing with my siblings as a kid.  I don't think I appreciated them nearly as much then as I do now.

3. Common sense says ______, but I tend to ____________
Common sense says that I'll feel better if I eat healthier, but I tend to crave the things that aren't so good for me.

4. Once, I was surprised to find myself __________________.
Once, I was surprised to find myself eating fried eel at a Japanese restaurant.  I was even more surprised at the fact that I liked it!

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It's Saturday morning, but I'm still up to the challenge!  Here are four incomplete statements - fill in the blanks if you can!  Thanks to Hilary at Feeling Beachie for hosting.


This week’s statements:
1. I don’t like to ____
I don't like to clean bathrooms.  I wish someone would invent self-cleaning ones.  That would be great.

2. I love to ___ in the morning
I love to get a few extra minutes of sleep in the morning.

3. If I could change one thing in my life it would be _______
If I could change one thing in my life it would be my sarcastic nature.  Not everyone understands or appreciates it.  It can get a person in trouble.

4. If I was better at _____, I would _____
If I was better at sports, I would probably get more exercise.

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I'm catching up on my Friday posts, and one that can't be forgotten is my fill-in post, hosted by Hilary at Feeling Beachie.  It's challenging and fun!


This week’s statements:
1. I don’t remember the last time I ____
I don't remember the last time I went to the movies to watch a grown-up film.  Unless you count Avengers.

2. Sometimes ___ but usually ____
Sometimes I sleep in but usually I'm up by 7:30am.

3. When I think of my childhood, I ______
When I think of my childhood, I notice similarities in my kid's childhoods.  We aren't that much different, are we?

4. I am not ______, but I _______.
I am not tall, but I certainly am not short either.  I'd say 5'4" is pretty average.

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It's not the end of the week till I get my Friday Four Fill-In's done.  Take the challenge at Feeling Beachie.  Hilary will appreciate it.


This week’s statements:
1. My ___ is my least favorite feature
My chin is my least favorite feature.

2. I was very ____ as a child
I was very shy and quiet as a child.

3. The first room I clean in my house is___ because___
The first room I clean in my house is the kitchen because I can't cook in a messy room.

4. If I had the guts to ____then I could ____
If I had the guts to ride a roller coaster than I could enjoy amusement parks more.

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Yeah, I know, it's Saturday, but I didn't get to do my Friday Fill-in post yesterday because I was busy out buying a GRILL!!!  That's right, folks.  My sister blessed me with the money to buy a grill so she wouldn't have to hear me whine about it anymore (which proves that whining does indeed work).  Thankfully Hilary at Feeling Beachie doesn't penalize me for being late :).


This week’s statements:
1. My first car was a _____
My first car was a gold Buick Regal.  1981 I think.  Don't quote me.

2. My___ is so ____
My life is so blessed.  Even when things don't go the way I think they should.

3. I would drop everything to _____
I would drop everything to go to a Casting Crowns concert - and I did!  My daughter won free tickets and we got to see them March 1.  It was totally amazing!

4. I never tell people I once.____
I never tell people I once wanted to be a singer.  I'm afraid they'll ask me to sing :P

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I love my Friday fill-ins.  Thanks to Hilary at Feeling Beachie for hosting every week.


This week’s statements:

1. Sometimes I ___ I am ___
Sometimes I feel like I am running around but getting nowhere.

2. When I wear ___ I feel ____
When I wear a dress I feel pretty.

3. When in doubt, _____________
When in doubt, throw it out.  (We apply this to food in my house; don't want to eat anything nasty).

4. The easiest way to ______________ is to ___________.
The easiest way to combat envy is to be thankful.

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This is the 100th addition of the Friday fill-ins.  Congratulations Hilary at Feeling Beachie for achieving this milestone.


This week’s statements:
1. I can’t believe____
I can't believe we'll be changing our clocks in just 2 weeks!

2. I never liked the TV Show _____
I never liked the TV Show The Waltons until I got much older.  I find it heartwarming now.

3. If I were a ____________I would most definitely __________.
If I were a few years younger I would most definitely enjoy carnival rides more.

4. I ____________ when I ______________
I snack the most when I read.

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Yes, I know it says Friday Fill-In.  Yes, I know today is Saturday.  Quit the guilt trippin', okay?  It's been a hectic week.

Friday Fill-In's are my favorites, because they make me think.  Visit Hilary at Feeling Beachie and start using your noggin' too.


This week’s statements:
1. Sometimes I _____ that is why______
Sometimes I want something sweet and chocolatey, that is why I keep Quaker Chewy Dipps in the house.

2. All I ___________ for ______________ is ____________.
All I desire for my children is that they make wise choices.

3. I _____________ therefore ____________.
I love eating junk food, therefore I must make the effort to eat right and exercise.

4. McDonalds’ is _______________ and ______________.

McDonald's is not the most nutritious food in the world and so I rarely eat there.

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Good Friday morning, the first for February!  It's Follow Friday Four Fill-in time (this blog post is brought to you by the letter F).  Thanks to Hilary at Feeling Beachie for hosting this fun blog hop.


This week’s statements:
1. I was probably the only kid in the world who ____
I was probably the only kid in the world who never learned to ride a bike.

2. ____ is my favorite juice
Passionfruit is my favorite juice, followed closely by tamarind.  My grandmother would make them from fruits in her backyard - oh my goodness, so delicious!

3. I never thought I would____until I___
I never thought I would enjoy playing Just Dance until I gave it a try.  Now I'm hooked.

4. I have always wanted to_____ but_____
I have always wanted to write a book but my mind gets distracted too easily.

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Welcome to another Friday fill-in post.  Thanks to Hilary at Feeling Beachie for hosting this fun blog hop.


This week’s statements:
1. Making ____ is ____
Making baked goods is how I share with my neighbors during Christmas.

2. I get ___ easily
I get overwhelmed easily.  I like to take life one crisis at a time.

3. The number of emails in my inbox is _________ and ____________
The number of emails in my inbox is small and controlled through my iPhone.

4. Traveling _______________ makes me _______________.
Traveling by car makes me want to stay home, but only if I'm the one driving.

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Welcome to Friday's fill-in post, courtesy of Hilary over at Feeling Beachie.  This is my favorite blog hop, because it makes my brain work.  Trust me, these aren't easy.  Try it and you'll see.

  This week’s statements:
1. I am a ____
I am a quiet introvert.  Till you get to know me.  Then I can be a Chatty Cathy.

2. Sometimes I don’t know when to ____
Sometimes I don't know when to speak up and when to shut up.

3. My two favorite words lately are ___________ and ____________
My two favorite words lately are transfats and boogers.  Let me explain.  My favorite comedian, Tim Hawkins, was talking about our obsession with healthy eating.  He said wouldn't it be funny if we got to heaven and the angels said we've got it all wrong and what we needed to be eating was transfats and boogers?  Now that's a running joke in my house.  Every time someone asks what's for dinner I say, "Transfats and boogers," and we get a big laugh.

4. I would like ____________ if ____________ didn’t happen
I would like dentists more if drilling didn't happen.

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It's that time again:  time for my Friday fill-ins, courtesy of Hilary at Feeling Beachie.


This week’s statements:
1. When I __ I ___
When I watch television I typically fall asleep.  Which goes to show how boring television has become.

2. It is pretty funny that ____
It is pretty funny that people don't believe I'm 49 years old.  I am.  Really.

3. It may be strange but ___
It may be strange but I have no desire to get a Twitter account.  The world will just have to wonder what I'm doing 24/7.

4. How ______ made me ______.
How my kids surprised me with an iPhone for my birthday made me thank God for all three of them.

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It's time for my challenge post - fill-ins courtesy of Hilary at Feeling Beachie.  You up for a challenge?  C'mon, I dare you!


This week’s statements:
1. Every time I see a ____ I oh an ah…
Every time I see a furniture catalog I oh and ah...and dream of redoing my entire house.  It's not that I hate my furnishings, I just love to decorate.

2. I don’t have a ___ bone in my body
I don't have an ambitious bone in my body.  I love the life God has given me.

3. I like ___ on my burgers
I like sauteed onions on my burgers.  And bacon, of course.

4. If I had one more hour in the day I would _________
If I had one more hour in the day I would probably waste it on something silly, like sleep ;).

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Hilary at Feeling Beachie is hosting the Friday Fill-In for the 92nd week!  That's quite an accomplishment.  I'm gonna join in and hope you do too.


This week’s statements:

1. without fail, whenever I fly__
Without fail, whenever I fly I enjoy the experience.  I love flying.  I don't do it more often because of the price.

2. I used to be___
I used to be great at remembering things.  Now I'm lucky if I remember my name :P

3. When I ___ I ___
When I am at home I have to be doing something.  It's hard for me to just sit back and relax when I can think of 100 things that need to get done.

4. My greatest fear is ______.
My greatest fear is finding my house infested with mice.  I hate the little critters so much I'd have to move out.

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Time for my weekly fill-ins courtesy of Hilary at Feeling Beachie.


This week’s statements:
1. I usually ___ but never ____
I usually drink coffee in the morning but never more than one cup.

2. I was named ___because ___
I was named Arlene because my mom's boss was always bragging about his daughter Arlene and my mom thought it was so sweet.  She told him if she had a girl she'd name her Arlene, and she did.

3. I would never change _______about my body, but I would change _________
I would never change everything about my body, but I would change the parts that are not working to their full potential, like my eyes.  It would be great to not be near-sighted or far-sighted or have astigmatism.

4. The last time I said “I Love You” was to _________
The last time I said "I Love You" was to my youngest son this morning as I dropped him off at school.  He said I love you back but kind of under his breath.  He's at the age where public displays of affection towards parents is embarrassing :(

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It's that time of the week again - time to get my neurons pumping as I figure out my fill-ins.  I'm up for the challenge - how about you?  Check it out at Feeling Beachie, courtesy of Hilary.


This week’s statements:
1. ___in the ___ is the ___
Walking in the park is the best form of exercise.

2. __is my____
My relationship with Christ is my most important relationship.

3. I like to think ____; but I know _____.
I like to think I'm in control of my life; but I know my life is in Better Hands.

4. If I just ______, then I could ______.
If I just stop snacking, then I could lose these lousy 5 extra pounds.  Easier said than done during the Christmas season.

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Happy Friday!  Here's my challenging post for the week, the Friday four fill-ins hosted by Hilary at Feeling Beachie.  They appear simple at first glance, but they can get pretty complicated!  Here we go:


1. I have always dreamed of ____
I have always dreamed of traveling and seeing new places and cultures.

2. My ___ is my ____
My home is my haven that I get to share with those I love.

3. I love to ____ when I ____
I love to scrapbook when I get the chance.  I wish I'd get the chance more often.

4. I will never forget ____ with ____
I will never forget labor and delivery with my three kids.  I don't think any mom ever does.

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I'm thankful that Hilary is back after Hurricane Sandy interrupted her life.  As she gets her home back in order, I'll join in for some Friday fill-ins.  If you care to give it a try, visit her at Feeling Beachie.


This week’s statements:
1. I put ___ on a hot dog
I put brown mustard and either relish or onions on a hot dog.  Which isn't often, since hot dogs don't do well in my tummy :(

2. when it___ I ____
When it is sunny and warm out I wish we had a barbecue so I could cook outside.  What kind of person lives in South Florida and doesn't have a barbecue?  This one right here.  Hopefully I'll remedy that soon.

3. If my house____then I would be able to___
If my house were larger then I would be able to foster kids.  I need extra bedrooms.

4. If I was getting married tomorrow I would _______________ differently so we could ________________differently now.
If I was getting married tomorrow I would choose differently so we could live differently now.  Don't get me wrong, I'm not filled with regrets.  I just know now that I should have been more discerning.