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My Ken

by Elvie Look on February 15, 2012

I lost the love of my life Monday February 13, 2012. He was my husband, lover, best friend, and consultant. We did everything together, and somehow I have to figure out how to carry on life without him. Taking leave to grieve.

This is the last video he did for me, I left it unedited, you'll see why. He was amazing and was a master at so many things – including proof reader, editor and cameraman.

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Taking time to grieve

Elvie Look: Your Professional Organizing Coach who is helping people get organized with her easy tips and suggestions. These systems help the busy mom, businessman or woman, entrepreneur or student learn the keys to organizing in simple, actionable & manageable steps. She teaches how to get organized & maintain your organized space while carrying on your normal busy life. She is the author of "21 Steps From Chaos To Calm" & "One-A-Day Organizing Tips, & "The Relax Without Guilt Video Series."

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Whisk 1 Egg & Add: 2 TB. Oil 1 TB. Sugar 1/2 tsp. Salt 1 c. Milk + 2 TB. 1 tsp. Vanilla Mix Dry Ingredients: 1 c. Flour 3 tsp. Baking Powder Add Dry to Wet ingredients and whisk until just blended. Add a little more milk if desired. Makes about 9 – 4” [...]

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