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Grandma's Briefs is for grandmothers and others. Bits on life's second act and the empty nest: the good, bad, humorous and heartwarming of being a baby boomer, grandparent, parent to adult children, wife and writer. Features include lifestyle articles, movie reviews, recipes, product reviews, auto test drives, grandma profiles, and more.

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December 18, 2011

Photo replay: Sweets vs. sports

December 18, 2011/ Lisa Carpenter

Today I host my family's Annual Cookie Swap. I have no doubt more eyes will be on the following and all associated with it than on the swapping of sweets.

Go Broncos!

Today's question:

What football team do you root for?

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