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God was Angry, Reached Down from Heaven, and Smote me During Mass- Moving Lesson #8

Posted on January 11, 2011 by Emily Cannell

Technically the woman in front of me, but he thumped me on the side of the head and not because I happened to be in the line of fire. Much advice about moving involves activities for developing a social network. … Continue reading →

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Something to Try during the Holidays

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Emily Cannell

This is not a food blog- but- I’ve been harassed by a certain family member to do more sharing on gastronomic topics. After reflecting on the Japanese food I’ve been eating while in Japan vs the food that was disguised … Continue reading →

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Language Lessons Learned the Hard Way- Moving Lesson # 6- Learn the Language

Posted on September 26, 2010 by Emily Cannell

Think about it. How aggravated are the patriots in a “certain” country about a “certain” ethnic group not learning the language of that country?  I now find myself in a similar situation to others who have landed on the shores … Continue reading →

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Look-My Favorite Family Member Has Come to Visit- Moving Lesson # 5

Posted on September 22, 2010 by Emily Cannell

    Kidding! Really, how many jokes are possible here? The potential butts, other than family members, of whom would likely take offense are endless so I decided to go with an easy target. Plus my family has had to … Continue reading →

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So- How are the Offspring Doing? Moving Lesson # 4

Posted on September 21, 2010 by Emily Cannell

A teacher told me several years ago that one’s children model their behavior after the parents. That’s probably why my offspring express themselves with expletives. In fact my son recently described me in an essay as his “immoral mother”. Mercifully … Continue reading →

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