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Raun’s Blog

I work out

I worked out yesterday.  That means I actually used the equipment in the fitness center at work.  I am NOT a workout kind of guy, but I need to get moving. Softball season is fast approaching.  Last year, I played … Continue reading

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Being present is a present

Being present in the moment can be one of the greatest gifts you can give someone. It can also be one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. I struggle with this, especially at home. I’m always thinking of … Continue reading

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Nothing beats that campfire smell — Let’s Blog Off!

This round of Let’s Blog Off, the topic is “What smell takes you back?”  My mind instantly went to food, but I think that is only part of the story.  What really takes me back is the smell of a … Continue reading

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Chili Cookoff! Welcome to the lab!

We’re having a chili cook off at work at the end of the month.  I’m thinking about competing this time around.  I haven’t made much chili in my life.  I wasn’t really much of a fan growing up.  It was … Continue reading

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Book Review – You can sleep in your car, but you can’t drive your house to work

I just finished reading Sutton Parks’ first book, “You can sleep in your car, but you can’t drive your house to work” and I have to say it was well worth the time.  It’s a short, easy read that packs … Continue reading

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