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Finally some decent lighting around here

Posted on April 5, 2016 by Joel

One of the complaints we had about the new house was the lack of lighting. Although the previous owners were the original owners when it was first built, they didn’t opt to put in ceiling fixtures (or even boxes) in … Continue reading →

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“We were on a break!” — I’m between jobs

Posted on April 3, 2016 by Joel

How do I say this? How about, “I’m unemployed.” Last year, I joined AIG to be part of their Professional Practices team. Ensure quality work within the various audit teams, help evolve audit practices, etc. Seemed like a good gig … Continue reading →

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Josh and I attending the NYIAS at the Jacob Javitz Center

Posted on April 2, 2016 by Joel

It’s been 10 years since I last attended the NY International Auto Show. It had to be March 2006, only a few months after we moved to East Windsor, and Josh had turned a year old. I do love cars, and … Continue reading →

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Josh at the NJSFWC state spelling bee

Posted on March 5, 2016 by Joel

We were back in New Brunswick with a lot of other folks for the NJSFWC state spelling bee. Lots of smart kids. We were of course here two weeks ago for the regional competition where Josh placed second. After Lily … Continue reading →

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Josh made the Top 3 at this year’s Regional Spelling Bee

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Joel

It’s been a busy few weeks since this year’s District Spelling Bee, hosted by the Greater Hightstown Juniorettes. Josh had been studying for a few weeks now, and we’ve been quizzing him when we could. Last year, the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s … Continue reading →

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We attended the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Roshen George Eapen

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Joel

This weekend, we were honored to be invited to attend the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for the son of two friends Prema and Santhosh. Nums and I have individually known Prema’s family for many years. Prema and Santhosh have two sons who … Continue reading →

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Josh made the Top 3 at this year’s Greater Hightstown Juniorette’s District Spelling Bee

Posted on February 17, 2016 by Joel

Credit my wife again — She pushed and encouraged to register and compete in this year’s district-wide spelling bee, put on by the Greater Hightstown Juniorettes. Last year, Josh came in 1st, and then competed at the state-level competition. With … Continue reading →

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Josh’s final Blue & Gold Ceremony

Posted on February 17, 2016 by Joel

Josh attended his last Blue & Gold Ceremony with Cub Scout Pack 53 earlier this month. If you haven’t kept up on what the big pomp & circumstance is  all about, this is the big ceremony or event where each … Continue reading →

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The kids did well at their 2nd karate tournament

Posted on February 10, 2016 by Joel

The kiddos participated in their 2nd karate tournament at the school. For some reason, I don’t have pictures or even a post from last year, so I’ll have to dig those up. In any case, yes, they were in a karate … Continue reading →

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Another USB outlet successfully installed

Posted on February 9, 2016 by Joel

I replaced another power outlet with one that has USB ports in the house today on my day off. This one is on my side of the bed so I can charge my stuff without needing to reach over my … Continue reading →

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