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The keyboard is back! It needed new batteries as it's a BlueTooth device. But this is the bizarre thing. Look at the back where the batteries go. Why is this wet?  For some reason, it became WET, and my first thought was that the batteries were leaking. But they didn't appear to be. So did I spill something on the surface? Nope -- I did not. So I don't know what the issue was. I took those batteries out and left the whole thing to dry thoroughly, and this morning, I put new batteries in, and I'm good to go! I love an easy fix to a technology problem!So it was Monday sewing, and I confess that I seem to get...

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The World Mourns

It is not very often that an event is of such magnitude that there are people around the world, either directly or indirectly affected, however, the death of Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday, September 8th, is one of those events. Even those who hate the idea of a monarchy are still feeling sad, in some cases, much to their surprise. How could you not like her? I realize that is maybe a bit of a generalization, maybe a stretch, but not by much. The longest running female leader in history! It is mind boggling thinking of the history she witnessed over her long reign, in many cases, first-hand. But I don't need to tell you all that do I because...

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Lexi and Murphy -- switched!

Dare I say that I'm back to normal? I walked 11.5 KM yesterday in those open sandals. Yes --- I'm keeping an eye on the dead skin on the blisters to ensure they don't open, and everything seems fine. I'm not running marathons here! But I need to look at a pair of new runners, which is a task for this week. The hardest thing is figuring out what day of the week it is. With no deadlines, it's a challenge! However, it's MONDAY, and we have Monday sewing today. Yeah!!! I was a busy bee yesterday and quite happy with my progress. Here are the two containers of quilt tops that I'm currently working on. I'm pushing to get as many of...

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Some parts of King Charles III’s realm are already moving to replace him with their own head of state

When Britain's Charles III was proclaimed king on Saturday, it wasn't just formalizing his role as sovereign over England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. He was also pronounced head of state in 14 other countries, including Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and island nations in the Caribbean and South Pacific. That meant the same proclamation read in London and other British cities and towns was also read throughout the Commonwealth realm.  Here's how that looked in Canada, where, according to an April poll, about half the country is ready for a divorce from the monarchy. The role of the British monarch, as represented in these 14 countries by a governor general, is mostly ceremonial. "And though Prince Charles has now been...

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Latest Lisa Frank Finds – Large Coloring & Activity Sets Just $14.99 at Costco

Costco has magical finds!  Planning a Costco run soon? If so, be on the lookout for this Lisa Frank Coloring & Activity Set priced at just $14.99! It’s not currently available online, so be sure to check your local club. Not a member? You can snag a $10 or $20 Shop Card when you purchase a Costco Membership! This colorful set includes art supplies, a notepad, jigsaw puzzles, coloring & activity pages, play scenes, over 750 stickers, and so much more. Keep it neat and tidy in the included fold-out storage case! Shop the best school supply deals right this way–>!doctype>

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