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“At least you get a paycheck, right?”

It’s hard to argue with your friends and colleagues about not wanting to return to work when all we are taught since we are five years old is to go to school and get a job. As much as I’d love to say that yes, at least I get a paycheck, then irony is that […]

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Mrs Enginerd Project Zach

Getting To Know Zach

It has already been a month since we started fostering Zach and we have fallen in love him every step of the journey. Although his anxiety is still palpable, and some noises paralyze his core, he has learned to tolerate most machines, vehicles and high pitch sounds. When my husband and I are around, he […]

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Mrs Enginerd Project Zach

Why KONG Is My Favorite Brand!

“I remember my first dog.” – Sister “You still have him.” – Me We both laugh. The reason my sister made the comment was because I was gushing over how awesome Kong products are and how well they perform under the jaws of my sweet pit/mix puppy Zach. Although my fur-nephews and fur-son can bite […]

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Book Reviews Mrs Enginerd

Subliminal By Leonard Mlodinow

Subliminal, How Your Unconscious Mind Rules Your Behavior, by Leonard Mlodinow is a fabulous exploration of our subconscious mind and how it drives us. Amazingly, a lot of people are quick to dismiss the power of suggestions and hidden messages because they don’t understand that our brains process information even when we aren’t consciously aware. […]

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Mrs Enginerd Nerd Stuff

Ten Big Ticket Item Costs Explained

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Mrs Enginerd Project Zach

Let it snow!

Zach just went outside on his first snow day ever! He loves to lick the balls that froze overnight, especially his Jolly Ball. Usually I wouldn’t make a big deal out of such a small event but considering how happy and non-plussed he seems, it is worth sharing. Thanks to the many volunteers and foster […]

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Mrs Enginerd Project Zach

Zach Has Taught Me Well

Zach’s last day on planet Earth would have been December 13th. 😦 By pure luck, I stumbled upon his information by doing a Google search on pitbull/lab mix dogs: He was a puppy, homeless, and asking for a superhero to save him. The call moved me so much so that I begged my husband to let […]

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Mrs Enginerd Weddings

I Lost A Friend on New Year’s Day (2011)

Five years ago, my friend Jesus took his bride to be to a New Year’s family event. His intention was to present Kate to his family and little did they all know it would become the last meal they would all share together. His uncle, in a fit of madness, decided to burn the family […]

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Mrs Enginerd Nerd Stuff

The Force Awakens v. A New Hope: How Disney Remade Star Wars

Although the content is mostly spoiler free, it is not kind to the movie. Unless you are really interested in reading my opinion, I suggest you skip it. The hate is strong with this post. Ever since Episode VII was announced, I have been dreading watching the movie. The hardcore read-all-the-books fans weren’t very happy […]

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Book Reviews Mrs Enginerd

Zero Saints by Gabino Iglesias

Like Nando, I wish I knew more words that could help me describe the epic novel my friend Gabino Iglesias has gifted to the world. For many years I have been wondering if a Spanglish masterpiece could  ever be penned and this book is proof it can be accomplished. If Gabriel García  Márquez was alive […]