Monthly Archives: October 1993

He had bad grades, I ate his candy bar

Posted on October 25, 1993 by jottingjoan

Report card time, again. I married a man with a son in second grade so I have had 22 years of children in school. I’ve parented conscientious students, average students and ‘needs help’ students. I’ve seen excellent, average and could … Continue reading →

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Writing notes on hand

Posted on October 18, 1993 by jottingjoan

I’m scolded for doing it, but I don’t care. I say, “Don’t knock it until you have tired it. Besides it is the best solution to my perpetual problem.” Perhaps you will understand: Have you ever lot a shopping list … Continue reading →

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Natural nuptials in the park

Posted on October 11, 1993 by jottingjoan

Vacations mean fun, food, family and a few extra pounds. Except that one vacation. First, when I went to visit my mother and visiting sister and nephews, I discovered she had not stocked up on her usual supply of snacks. … Continue reading →

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Can’t Cook Days

Posted on October 4, 1993 by jottingjoan

Some people have ‘bad hair days.’ I have ‘can’t cook days.’ One year I averaged about five per week. On Can’t Cook Days I think it is ironical that my byline is under the weekly recipe column. I began cooking … Continue reading →

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