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Favorite Halloween costumes and an ‘Aww, Ricky’

We take so much for granted as children. I mean, dressing up? Nothing out of the ordinary. We can be princesses and walk in our mothers’ heels from here to eternity, never worrying that anyone is discussing our eccentric behavior. It’s … Continue reading

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Getting wicked: Or why I’ll never, ever want to trade places with Dorothy

Of my many fears born in childhood, there are some that I’ve never quite been able to shake. I’m still afraid of spiders, for one — creepy; crawly; hiding in my shower, waiting to attack me when I’m just trying … Continue reading

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It’s hard to be angry in a Halloween costume, but I managed it

Because it’s Monday, the day after Halloween and I’m recovering from more dental surgery . . . I’m sharing with you possibly the most hilarious, embarrassing photo of myself. Ever. In 1994, I was a sassy 9-year-old who had grown … Continue reading

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And these, my friends, are my terrible downfall

Halloween is a dentist’s worst nightmare — or biggest paycheck. And whenever I begin to wonder why I’ve been cursed with terrible teeth — including one nasty Devil Tooth — and how it is that I am now single-handedly funding … Continue reading

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Halloween wrap-up and weekend fun

Wow, I have a lot of updating to do from the weekend! And my weekend is continuing — I’m using up some vacation time today. As always, it’s been insanely busy . . . and I’ve been plugging away on … Continue reading

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Beginner’s candy-making with Meg

Armed with a print-out from Allrecipes.com and a little bit of chutzpah, I set about making a tasty fall treat for my Halloween pot luck at the office tomorrow: candy corn bark. Had I heard of this sort of snack? … Continue reading

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