Category Archives: Everything Else

I’d like your feedback, please!

Posted on August 4, 2019 by jnunniv

I did “spring cleaning” on my blog. I deleted a few posts and organized my blog entries into categories. I have links to the most popular categories just under the header image if viewing on a computer and a drop … Continue reading →

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CCU Staff (for lack of a better title)

Posted on October 29, 2018 by jnunniv

Last week my dad was in the CCU (Cardiac Care Unit) unexpectedly after a heart attack. Although my dad was 79, it was a surprise. You see, dad was healthy for a 79 year old man.  He was still working, … Continue reading →

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Our adoption story

Posted on September 13, 2017 by jnunniv

I’ll apologize in advance for the length of this post, but I believe it is well worth the read. First, a little bit of history.  I have two children from a previous marriage and had a vasectomy shortly after they … Continue reading →

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One Hundred

Posted on October 7, 2015 by jnunniv

This was written four years ago while watching the sun rise from a hospital room.  I do apologize for the length, but read it all, please.  Thank you. One Hundred. What is it? Is it just a number? Is it different … Continue reading →

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My first DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Project – A hammock stand!

Posted on July 29, 2015 by jnunniv

After reading about a portable and easy to make hammock stand, I finally decided to make one. There are several threads about this on http://www.hammockforums.net – the original thread is here: https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/showthread.php/51787-The-TurtleDog-stand?highlight=turtledog. There are many other threads that incorporate different … Continue reading →

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Becoming a foster and/or adoptive family

Posted on June 11, 2015 by jnunniv

Most (if not all) of my previous blog posts have been related to my various hobbies and it is my desire they are informative and entertaining. This post will be a bit different from the others. Sharing this experience through … Continue reading →

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Sticker Addict

Posted on April 15, 2015 by jnunniv

Hello, my name is Jim and I’m addicted to stickers…. I have a large box in which I store most of my hiking/camping gear excludimg my down quilts. The gear box is fairly large and a dark green in color, … Continue reading →

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“The Climb to Katahdin” movie review

Posted on March 6, 2015 by jnunniv

I have been following this couple (and dog) on http://www.whiteblaze.net for quite some time.  As many others, they started the Appalachian Trail documenting their progress the whole way.  Their Facebook page is here: https://www.facebook.com/TheClimbToKatahdin?fref=pb&hc_location=profile_browser The movie they filmed on the … Continue reading →

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Being thankful

Posted on November 25, 2014 by jnunniv

Many people will post about being thankful for family, friends, and blessings this season. I am VERY thankful for those things, but my mind wanders to a different viewpoint that I want to share. When have we (myself included) quit … Continue reading →

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Veterans Day thoughts from a veteran

Posted on November 12, 2014 by jnunniv

As I reflect on Veterans Day I have mixed emotions. I appreciate and honor those that have gone before me but I don’t feel comfortable being “thanked for my service.” If you don’t know me very well, I am a … Continue reading →

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