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I’ve Been Writing

Ilinap · February 27, 2012 ·

I've been busy around the blogosphere lately. I'd love for you to check out the other sites I write for. You'll continue to find scoop, rants, and musings here at Dirt & Noise too. I'm not abandoning ship...more like adding to my fleet. TypeAParent: Here's a recipe for a … [Read more...] about I’ve Been Writing

Tags: food, politics, random, values, writing

Late & Short Margarita – 5:00 Fridays

Ilinap · February 24, 2012 ·

The whole adage "a day late and a dollar short" really strikes a chord with me. In fact, right now I am actually two days late and many dollars short. Dude, I missed National Margarita Day! It was on February 22. I've been nursing a cold anyway so I was drinking chamomile tea … [Read more...] about Late & Short Margarita – 5:00 Fridays

Tags: 5:00 Fridays, cocktail, fun, happy hour, party

Sucker – Wordless Wednesday

Ilinap · February 22, 2012 ·

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Tags: Deal, love, wordless Wednesday

Dental Care is Health Care

Ilinap · February 21, 2012 ·

I have an odd soapbox issue that might surprise you. It's not about Lunchables or sexism in the workplace or appropriate hemlines for women over 40. Dental hygiene. Seriously. Have you ever seen those gum disease images. Blech. I remember one night when Bird had a friend … [Read more...] about Dental Care is Health Care

Tags: children, health, kids

Local Artist Helps NC Food Bank

Ilinap · February 21, 2012 ·

There's nothing that breaks my heart more than childhood hunger. The sadness is deepened when it's afflicting children close to me, children I know. I, as just one person, can only do so much. There is always the issue of dignity so simply giving a handout is not an adequate … [Read more...] about Local Artist Helps NC Food Bank

Tags: America, children, community, education, equality, food, health, kids, North Carolina, politics, poverty, responsibility, values

The Arts Not Affordable

Ilinap · February 20, 2012 ·

Mac Daddy and I are fans of the arts. We used to be frequent fliers at the theater and orchestra before we had kids. We saw shows in our travels to New York City and have been to concerts galore. We have friends who are artists so we are supporters of galleries galore and love to … [Read more...] about The Arts Not Affordable

Tags: children, community, education, family, fun, kids, North Carolina

Thin Mint in a Mug – 5:00 Fridays

Ilinap · February 17, 2012 ·

In my world there aren't four seasons. It kinda ruins the magic of The Four Seasons, the hotel and the band. Aw, let's be honest, nothing ruins the magic of The Four Seasons hotel. That place is tops any which way you look at it. I have fond memories of soaking in a luxurious tub … [Read more...] about Thin Mint in a Mug – 5:00 Fridays

Tags: 5:00 Fridays, cocktail, happy hour, party

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