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The joy of the Lord on Holy Saturday

Posted on April 11, 2009 by Cool Dad

I am thankful for the joy of the Lord. In my life, that means that after a day of staying inside because of rain, I am in a giddy sort of mood. – My first stab at tomato-chickpea curry is … Continue reading →

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A quote for the annals of parenting history

Posted on March 28, 2009 by Cool Dad

The boy has diarrhea this morning. Cool Mum had to cancel her outing plans because of it. We were just sitting in the kitchen, and CB was playing the drums to Coldplay. Then I heard a bit of flatulence resound … Continue reading →

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Living in NYC on one income–some numbers

Posted on December 7, 2008 by Cool Mum

Gallon of milkFL: $3.49 on sale at PublixNY: $3.59 regular CVS price 8 oz block of cheeseFL: $2.00 Kraft, on sale at PublixNY: $1.99 generic, regular grocery store price Goya can of black beansFL: $0.89 regular price at Publix (by … Continue reading →

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A few things we are living without. And we are surprisingly very happy without them!

Posted on November 3, 2008 by Cool Mum

CarWasher/DryerMicrowaveDishwasherGarbage DisposalTV and DVD playerNonstick coatings on pansElectric stove (We have gas. I mean, um, the stove uses gas!)High chairReal cribWindow screensNintendo Wii (CD’s contribution to this list, of course)Musical instrumentsYard and most importantly: Chick-fil-A! Can’t believe we’ve gone 2 … Continue reading →

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Of course it’s OK – we’re moving

Posted on August 15, 2008 by Cool Dad

We’re about to pick-up the U-Haul truck, and I felt like I need a little extra boost after breakfast. Obviously, Breyer’s Rocky Road ice cream was the energy food that I needed! Do you ever make ridiculous excuses to eat … Continue reading →

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