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It is official !!!! I am down 40 Pounds!!!! I just fit into size 18 pants !!!! I can see size 14 waving at me !!!!!!

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Roast Prime Rib of Beef

I am so ready for one of these. Chicken and fish are getting a bit old.

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Soft sculptured Santa about 2.5 feet tall, all hand made by a friend of mine. Everything execpt for 3 items she make to go with him, including the chair and desk he is sitting at. Just love his face as he checks to list of requests from the kids. She used all the children of people in our office and what they wanted for christmas. Don't know if it shows up or not, but there is the calico cat and the gingham dog, a bear family and some other sculptured toys. He has a pillow of his feet and a bag of toys to deliver.

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My grand niece, Andress, on her American Quarter Pony, Marlin, in the Perris Christmas parade today. Be lead on a safety line by her mom, Cheyenna.

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OH wicked wicked giggles. Just played the best trick on my hubby. I have the TV app on my iPhone sooooo -- while his is in the family room channel surfing, I took over the tv from my office. It was great. He was sure that there was something terribly wrong with the remote, started to swear, and then it got quiet. Oh dear, I ran in there and I was right he was fixin' to take the crazy thing apart. too funny. Great laughs had by all and the remote was saved - barely.

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A Winter Storm Is Bearing Down. Are You Ready?

Here is some good info on winterizing your home. Some of it, of couse, is useless to us Southern California-ites but it is kinda fun to see what we don't have to go through.

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As we enter the last month of the year, it's useful to look back and take stock of how we spent this trip around the sun. Undoubtedly there were surprises in both the "good" and the "bad" column, but hopefully we can weigh the days and say we did our best. One pleasure of a new year is the sense of starting with a clean slate. In order to do so, though, it's important to assess everything you might be hanging on to that would be better left behind. Resentments are a perfect example of the kind of baggage you're better off without. When you resent someone, you actually prevent yourself from moving forward. The time you spend mulling over the source of your resentment is time you could spend focusing on something else. What's more, you're allowing the person you resent to continue to control your life. There are a number of simple, effective tactics to help release yourself from the burden of resentment. Here are two common ones: 1. Practice gratitude. When you find yourself slipping into a resentful thought pattern, use that as a cue to sit down and list those things in your life you're grateful for. Actually write them down. Now, here's the catch: As you keep this running gratitude list, don't repeat an item on the list. Every time you add to it, make sure your entries are unique. They don't have to be big, but they have to be genuine. They might range from, "I am grateful for the start my father gave me in business" to "I am grateful for a hot shower in the morning." Studies show that this simple act can greatly improve your attitude and sense of tranquility. 2. Think positive thoughts on behalf of the person you resent. You might be thinking: "What?! Forget it! They crossed me and the last thing I want to see is their success." But to think that way is to feed your resentment. To take pleasure in their pain only deepens your own attachment. The cure is to actively visualize good things coming their way. It may feel fake and strange at first, but if you continue to practice this habit, you will gradually find yourself genuinely feeling better about your relationship with them. There are other methods, of course, but these are two surprisingly effective techniques you can practice on your own. Won't it be nice to let go of a few of those stray cats hanging around your door?

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This A Cappella Version Of 'Little Drummer Boy' Is Fantabulous - Conservative Post

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Wow, I am so happily beat. Took my 4 youngest grandkids over to my sister's and they rode horses all afternoon (with us leading the horses, of course) I can tell where every muscle in my legs are but what a great time was had by all. I heard it all rehashed on the way home and "when can we go again, grandma?"

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Riverside, Corona Norco, CA Homes and Real Estate - Sharon Shepherd

With mortgage rates low and prices just about perfect for buying, Iʼve had a lot of discussions lately with first-time home buyers about what it takes to get a loan these days at a good rate. Naturally, a good credit score is important. (Typically, weʼre seeing the best rates for buyers with scores above 740.) You may not be ready to buy soon, but if youʼre thinking about it in the next couple of years, now is a great time to work on your credit score. If youʼre not familiar with how credit scores work, hereʼs what typically goes into them: • Your past payment history = 35%. The more paid on time, the better. • Amount you owe = 30%. The less you owe relative to your total available credit, the better. • How long youʼve had credit = 15%. Longer is better. • How much new credit = 10%. Lots of new credit lowers your score. • Kind of credit = 10%. Itʼs better to have different sources of credit. Of course, credit score is only one part of the picture. Having a down payment of 20% or more can also influence your shot at the best rate. You can now get a Convention Loan with a 3% or 5% down at a cost less than the FHA loans with the same rates. If you ever have any questions about the path to home ownership or the ins and outs of financing, please feel free to get in touch. 909-223-1094, Sharon@SharonShepherd.com, www.YourRiversideHomeFinder.com

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I am walking on air today. Have an escrow with loan docs ready to be signed Great clients that were very patient while we found the perfect specialty listing for them that was located where they needed and has all the amenities they wanted. I am so proud of me and excited for them.

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Jurupa Valley Home For Sale

Great piece of Commerical property. Zoning allows for the little house to be used as caretakers quarters, offices ???? Plenty of room to build whatever kind of business you wish.

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This Product Will Make Your Home Smarter

I had to share this as you all know how much I love love love anything techy. This is so much fun to think about.

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Space heater Buying Guide

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10 best suburbs - MSN Real Estate

Great Burbs

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Preparing Your Furnace For Winter

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Having a great weekend. Have the 4 younger grandkids visiting and what fun. House is totally upside down from all the fun, I am sure I have spoiled them rotten with pizza and we made a cake, and homemade bread and played all kinds of games plus took the dogs for a walk. I tried to do a little real estate but truth be told I have mostly played played played.

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Had a great time at my cousin's birthday party on Sunday and all the grand kids, grand nieces and nephews had a fab. time. My sister informed me that the buckskin mare she was going to give me (unbroken) was going to be sold and she was going to a ranch horse sale (she has a great eye for the best horses) and get me a great dead on broke gelding. Life is soooo sweet. I am so grateful to have such a wonderful family.

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6 things home insurance won't cover

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Halloween is a lot of fun for adults and kids, but nothing ruins the ghoulish night like a trip to the emergency room or a lawsuit. Here are 11 tips to help you balance spooky and safe: 1. Survey all approaches to your home, beginning from the property line. Keep an eye out for hazards, including loose bricks/stones, or holes in the yard. 2. Resist using open flames inside or outside. Use electric light effects, glow sticks, or electric candles instead. 3. Check your smoke alarms and make sure all exits to the house are clear of clutter. 4. Before dark, check for exposed extension cords and make sure cords avoid wet areas. 5. Determine how much darkness you really want. Lighted pathways and porches are both inviting and safer for your guests. 6. Make sure children can see in their costumes! Obstructed vision from masks can keep them from noticing cars, hazards, or other excited kids. 7. Also make sure children can be seen by others. Glow sticks are fun “high visibility” items, especially when costumes are dark (also: reflective velcro bicycling bands around ankles or wrists can be a good idea). 8. Never let a child trick-or-treat alone. If they’re going out unsupervised, make sure they stay in a group. 9. Don’t let pets run loose! Halloween is a scary time for pets and they may become aggressive in protecting your home or themselves. 10. Be allergy-sensitive and skip treats with nuts or peanut butter (or offer allergen free alternatives). 11. Do a “treat check” before letting kids dive in, chucking anything questionable either for safety concerns or spoilage.

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Condos Using DNA To Track Down Dogs

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Homes near cemeteries: Do they sell? - MSN Real Estate

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3 Things to Know Before Buying a Rental Property

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Well, wow, I just looked at myself in the full length mirror and didn't start to cry. I can actually stand to look at me now. This is so worth all the changes I have made and believe me I did so love ice cream. But----- this is so much better.

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St. Jude Give thanks. Walk. - Phoenix, AZ: Brandy Jackson - St. Jude Give thanks. Walk.

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Well --- I just discovered that my huge moose dog is not bluffing when he tells someone to stay out of his yard or be eaten. He is usually a big love puff with everyone, makes me wonder why he thought the meter reader should be a snack. The things we learn about our animals!! (and no I did stop him for eating the guy)

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Is there a no kill shelter in the Riverside area? Now don't start yelling at me. The neighborhood feral cat (that thinks she is a puma) had 3 kittens in our garage, she made Jess open the garage door so she could have them in a safe place. (funny story in itself) Anyway I am trying to win their trust as they are about 4-5 weeks old so I can catch them and get them to safety. Her last 2 litters ended up fodder for the hawks and tom cats. I love cats but hubby is deathly allergic to them (ends up in urgent care) so I need to get them to safety soon.

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5 Things You Should Know About New Home Construction

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OMG, I looked in the mirror and I have cheek bones. Now if the hips would start to shrink -----

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I see where our "useless" republican leaders handed the democrats a brand new jar of Vasoline, took down their lace underdrawers and caved in (read sold us out) Lets get rid of them all, put new people in there and give them term limits one and all.

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