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Is it really Monday already? It must be, since it definitely feels like a Monday. I'm just surprised that it's already here. After a very busy weekend full of lots of errands and full of a wide range of emotions, I am worn out and also feel like I may be getting a cold. Or maybe it's just allergies.
Grace has been having sleep issues lately, too. Which means Mommy has sleep issues. This kid has been waking up several times a night and I just cannot figure out how to solve this problem.
Aside from the usual Monday morning blues, today is no normal Monday morning. Today is the start of the 100 Day Weight Loss Challenge over at Colie's Kitchen. (There's still time if you want to join-in!)
To say I am not prepared…
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