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Gun totin' Granny

Macklemore's latest single "Glorious" is accompanied by a pretty cool music video. It's a video of him taking his Grandmother out to do a bunch of awesome stuff.  

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This is my Granny. I'm not sure how old she is in this picture. She is 89 this year and doesn't get out much. Her choice. She prefers her cozy surroundings and has a rough time outside her creature comforts. She has 6 children, 9 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. We wouldn't be here without her.

instead of liking or sharing this on social media (which she doesn't have), call her. Ok. If we're not related, don't call HER but call your Grandmother, Grandfather, parents, God parents, you get the picture.  

Life gets busy. It gets complicated. Find the time to connect with your older relatives (if you have 'em and like 'em). It means the world to them.  

Share some love! 

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Remember this Toy?

This toy is at least 25 years old. I used to pretend that Mighty Max and Polly Pocket were boyfriend girlfriend.  

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Unboxed:

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I've lost a couple pieces over the years but this toy is still pretty darn cool!  Send me pics of classic toys that you or your parents have hung on to & I'll post them here. 

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Benjamin Moore Colour Selections for the New House

The time has come to pick some colours for our new Hintonburg house. I've gone with Benjamin Moore.

Kitchen: greens (Adirondack Green, Guilford Green)
Bathrooms: darker colours (Knoxville Gray, Thicket, Desert Twilight)
Accents: off whites (Steam, Calm, Gray Owl)
Accent wall(s): more vibrant colours (Buttercup, Stem Green, Lehigh Green)
Bedroom(s): rich brown shades (French Press, Carob)

Basically, I love all of their Historical Collection. What do you think?

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