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Category: Closing Thoughts

The last article in each issue, which could cover a wide range of topics: memories, recent experiences, opinion, and more. Susan and Dustin traded off writing this article each issue.

Closing Thoughts

I ♥ NY—but Susan & I make better pizza

New York is a great town with great pizza. But quite possibly the very best pizza in New York is made within the walls of our own home. Continue reading I ♥ NY—but Susan & I make better pizza

Dustin30 October 201330 October 2013Leave a comment
Closing Thoughts

The top 10 things I miss about Washington, D.C.

I’m thankful for the opportunity we’ve had to move to New York, but that doesn’t mean I don’t miss Washington, D.C. Here are the things I miss most about our former home. Continue reading The top 10 things I miss about Washington, D.C.

Dustin31 October 201126 March 2017Leave a comment
Closing Thoughts

Farewell, Katie Dawn Joyce

Dustin’s beloved dog, Katie, passed away 22 April 2011, the 15th anniversary of the passing of Dustin’s grandmother. Continue reading Farewell, Katie Dawn Joyce

Dustin31 July 201123 February 2013Leave a comment
Closing Thoughts

On the joy of staying home with Fiona

The opportunity I have right now to stay home with Fiona every day is one of the greatest blessings I’ve ever received. Continue reading On the joy of staying home with Fiona

Dustin30 April 201119 March 2017Leave a comment
Closing Thoughts

The new lives it feels we’ve always had

Fiona’s arrival has changed everything. Except, we can’t quite remember what life was like without her. Continue reading The new lives it feels we’ve always had

Susan31 January 20111 February 2013Leave a comment

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