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Going Stir Crazy

Posted on July 10, 2026 by Caryn

My husband, Bob Schulenberg is a hard-working mechanic, by trade. Technically, he is retired and has been since July 1, 2016, but in true mechanic style, that hasn’t stopped him from being the main mechanic for many of his friends. … Continue reading →

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That Empty Chair…Again

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Caryn

You can think you are prepared for life’s changes, but until the exact moment they happen, you don’t really know. When my daughter, Amy Royce, her husband Travis, and son, Caalab moved to Washington state a year ago, I thought … Continue reading →

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That Empty Chair

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Caryn

One of the hardest things a parent has to face, is having their child move away. Whether it is to college or a permanent move, it is a tearing time for the parents, who had hoped this day would never … Continue reading →

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Role Models

Posted on December 11, 2014 by Caryn

Bob’s nephew, Barry Schulenberg’s dad has never been a part of his life, but that does not mean that Barry lacked the male influence in his life. His earliest and greatest male role model was his grandpa, my father-in-law, Walt … Continue reading →

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Worker Bees

Posted on November 8, 2014 by Caryn

This morning, as my family worked to rake up all the leaves at my mother’s house, I found myself taken back to my childhood years. I remember the many times when my dad would tell all of us girls to … Continue reading →

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Sunday Morning Memories

Posted on November 17, 2013 by Caryn

Memories come from many different places. They can be triggered be sights, sounds, taste, touch, and even smells…which is exactly what happened to me this morning. Bob and I were having breakfast at Perkin’s, and when they brought my food … Continue reading →

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College Girl

Posted on February 17, 2013 by Caryn

As our trip to Washington winds down, we find ourselves in Great Falls, Montana where our newest college girl is attending the University of Great Falls. Siara is a cheerleader for the Argonauts. This is her first year of college, … Continue reading →

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Alternate Reality

Posted on February 7, 2013 by Caryn

My mother-in-law is in the hospital tonight. Her age, Pneumonia, Alzheimer’s Disease, and Diabetic related Kidney disease are taking a toll on her body. We don’t know how long she will be with us, as she is in and out.  … Continue reading →

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Grandpa’s Boy

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Caryn

From almost the day he was born, my nephew, Barry was Grandpa’s boy. He wanted to do everything with his grandpa. Barry was highly motivated for a little kid. Oh, he liked his toys and especially trucks too, but he … Continue reading →

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Happily Ever After…Eventually

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Caryn

As a young bride, I wanted to be the best wife ever. I suppose that is what all young wives what to do. So they go out of their way to please their new husband. I was no different. Bob … Continue reading →

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