Monthly Archives: October 2009

Inside Out

Posted on October 28, 2009 by Karyn

So I’ve noticed the last several times I’ve done a load of laundry, that Nathan’s shirts are always turned inside out.  I have this thing about reversing clothes and socks.  I don’t do it.  If either the boys or John … Continue reading →

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Divots and Entrepreneurs

Posted on October 12, 2009 by Karyn

“How much do you think I could get for this on eBay?”  Ryan was holding up a  chunk of sod and grass that, in golfers lingo, is called a divot.  It’s what’s left after a golfer takes a hard shot at … Continue reading →

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Dress Swap

Posted on October 10, 2009 by Karyn

I got a phone call from Nathan and Ryan’s high school yesterday.  It was on the automated system they implemented several years ago as a way to keep parents informed about school happenings.  And I love it.  Believe it or … Continue reading →

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Gas Money

Posted on October 9, 2009 by Karyn

I don’t like to interfere with the business dealings Nathan and Ryan have.  I am confident that they can handle them effectively and ethically.  A year ago I probably wouldn’t have included the word ‘ethically’ but given what’s happened since … Continue reading →

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Wanna Know What Kids are Saving For?

Posted on October 6, 2009 by Karyn

Very cool.  I’ve actually wanted to know the answer to this for a log time…on a bigger scale than the students I work with.  And I happened upon it today.  US Bank surveyed 1500 (that’s a lot!) kids ages 5 – … Continue reading →

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