Monthly Archives: May 2010

The Lure of the Barcode Scanner: Part II – The Aftermath

In Part I of this story, I lamented discussed my options in registering for baby gifts. My goal was to make sure that my daughter had everything she needed to thrive without too much extra “stuff”.  Well, all 6 baby … Continue reading

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Ode to My New Sewing Machine

Oh, Brother XL3750, how do I love thee, let me count the ways: You have about twice as many stitch functions as my old sewing machine, giving me more options. You have a drop-in bobbin and an automatic needle threader, … Continue reading

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