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Rotten Eggs

Posted on July 16, 2014 by David

I (DeAnna) have taught several classes here to new colleagues about how to safely prepare meals.  One of the things I share is to ALWAYS crack an egg into a separate bowl before adding it to the batter. I remember … Continue reading →

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Playing Store

Posted on July 14, 2014 by David

Our neighborhood has many children.  These kiddos are outside playing most of the time.  There are two little girls who usually don’t play with the others and are always concocting something out of dirt, trash, water and grass.  When we … Continue reading →

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Garden Update

Posted on July 11, 2014 by David

Unfortunately, our garden didn’t take.  I planted rows of wonderful, mouth-watering vegetables only to have one single dill pop up.  I did plant tomatoes in containers and transferred them to other areas of the yard where I was hopeful they … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday

Posted on July 7, 2014 by David

Today is Joshua’s 11th birthday.  It’s hard to believe he’s 11!  We are so proud of the young man he is becoming.

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Independence Day Flashback

Posted on July 4, 2014 by David

There are certain times of the year that are harder than other times being away from our passport country.  Independence Day, Fourth of July, is one of those days.  I have many fond memories celebrating the 4th.  It was a … Continue reading →

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Habits I Developed Overseas

Posted on July 2, 2014 by David

I recently read a blog about strange habits developed overseas and thought I would make a list. This is from the perspective of an American comparing to life in Cameroon. Strange meaning a difference between how you do things in … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday

Posted on June 30, 2014 by David

Today is my birthday – Happy Birthday to me!

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The Treasure Stool

Posted on June 20, 2014 by David

“Madam, there were all kinds of good clothes inside. Did you know they were in there?” This question from Sophie led to a conversation full of joyous laughter. A little over a year ago Joshua found a brown leather covered … Continue reading →

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Hey, are you American?

Posted on June 13, 2014 by David

“Hey, are you an American?” As I walked down the busy, exhaust filled road, I heard from a car behind me a woman’s voice asking, “Hey, are you an American?” At first, I thought I should keep on walking, but … Continue reading →

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Last Day Flashback

Posted on June 6, 2014 by David

Today is the last day of school.  It’s hard to believe we will have a 4th and 6th grader.  Where did the years go?  My favorite quote from a Barbara Johnson book is, “Days may be long, but years are … Continue reading →

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