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Summer camp.

That a future movie star's resume would not need "summer camp" was the basis of my argument. I feel certain my mother knew the real reason had more to do with my aversion to heat, bugs, and anything athletic, but she allowed that to remain our unspoken secret and never sent me to camp. I … Continue reading Summer camp. →

Jennifer Balink Among friends, The view from here 6 Comments June 19, 2013August 21, 2013 3 Minutes

Alone time.

Our kids are at camp.  For the first time in 11 years, we have the entire house to ourselves for a week, dawn 'til dusk. I hauled to Goodwill discarded toys and clothes that will never be missed.  My husband and I have had several actual conversations, uninterrupted by the need to serve as referees … Continue reading Alone time. →

Jennifer Balink In my spare time, Master of the house June 27, 2012October 19, 2012 3 Minutes

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    The day after.
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