The outside world seems to be locked into perpetual gloom in my little part of the world. The sun was shining for about 10 minutes early this morning when it made it's initial appearance above the horizon.....then it moved higher in the sky and disappeared behind the ever present cloud cover that seems to hang above my house like an impenetrable blanket of doom and...
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It's another day in paradise....
Well, it's a Wednesday in paradise at least.....
Nothing of great interest on the agenda for today...just the usual day to day stuff.....
Life is what happens.....while you're making other plans............
Take your vitamins, wear your hat and mittens, wear clean underwear and be nice to others around you.......someday one of these things might just save your life!
Well, it's a Wednesday in paradise at least.....
Nothing of great interest on the agenda for today...just the usual day to day stuff.....
Life is what happens.....while you're making other plans............
Take your vitamins, wear your hat and mittens, wear clean underwear and be nice to others around you.......someday one of these things might just save your life!
sydni:
thanks! 
rosemarie:
Man, your breakfast from the other day sounds delicious! 
I am glad that you have been liking my pictures. I don't really mind too much that they were rejected as long as folks get to see them and like them. I would like to have another set up, though.
Tonight was our company Christmas party (well, actually it is going on right now), but I have a sore throat and it is pouring down rain, and the usual cocktail that is required just to get through those parties is not a good idea at the moment.
So I am hanging out with Schlorff (who keeps digging at the sofa, even though she knows that is bad). I can't get mad at her, and she knows this, so she is getting away with being a punk.
This Christmas season feels good, even though things are all frazzly.
Many kisses,
Rose
I am glad that you have been liking my pictures. I don't really mind too much that they were rejected as long as folks get to see them and like them. I would like to have another set up, though.
Tonight was our company Christmas party (well, actually it is going on right now), but I have a sore throat and it is pouring down rain, and the usual cocktail that is required just to get through those parties is not a good idea at the moment.
So I am hanging out with Schlorff (who keeps digging at the sofa, even though she knows that is bad). I can't get mad at her, and she knows this, so she is getting away with being a punk.
This Christmas season feels good, even though things are all frazzly.
Many kisses,
Rose
Geeeez.....updating almost slipped my mind this morning......I guess I'll blame it on the fact that it's a Monday and my focus is still a little fuzzy this morning.
I had fun in Omaha. Went down to the Old Market part of town, near the Missouri River. Lots of shops and resturants. Of course this time of year, everything is decorated for Christmas. Most of the...
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I had fun in Omaha. Went down to the Old Market part of town, near the Missouri River. Lots of shops and resturants. Of course this time of year, everything is decorated for Christmas. Most of the...
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sydni:
thanks so much!
darklis:
You made me laugh, when you said sometimes you "slay" yourself. That's my number 1 line. "I slay me" It's stopped snowing, has changed to freezing rain. That means I can't drive anywhere, and I must spend time with my SG pals tonight. 
It's stopped snowing, has changed to freezing rain. That means I can't drive anywhere, and I must spend time with my SG pals tonight. Going to Omaha today to visit a friend. I'll probably try to do some Christmas shopping while I'm there. I might decide to stay overnight, depending on how late we stay out.
The weather is clear this morning....bright sunshine and a high of 50 today....great weather for Dec. 4th. It wouldn't bother me one bit if it stayed just like this all winter, where all...
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The weather is clear this morning....bright sunshine and a high of 50 today....great weather for Dec. 4th. It wouldn't bother me one bit if it stayed just like this all winter, where all...
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rosemarie:
Thank you Sabre.
That was really sweet.
Yes, this time of year is all about things (memories) coming to the surface and processing and really living.
I am not sad, just getting stonger, changing alot, and learning to let go.
How was your Christmas shopping trip?
I hope that this season is great to you.
I have to sign off now. I am going to watch a movie and my friends are waiting for me.
That was really sweet.
Yes, this time of year is all about things (memories) coming to the surface and processing and really living.
I am not sad, just getting stonger, changing alot, and learning to let go.
How was your Christmas shopping trip?
I hope that this season is great to you.
I have to sign off now. I am going to watch a movie and my friends are waiting for me.
darklis:
We got snow happening here, pretty badly, I'm afraid. 
I guess I better switch it into 4x4 before I leave today. Happy monday. 
I guess I better switch it into 4x4 before I leave today. Happy monday. Sun red at morning, saliors take warning....sun red at night, sailors delight. Or so the old saying goes. We had a beautifully red sunset last night, so I'm looking for a great day ahead. Right now, a brisk wind is blowing from the west and my trip to the mailbox was a fast one.....I didn't take time to put shoes on and my sockless feet...
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shayne:
the sun is red this morning at 7:30 ish am. good thing i'm not sailing...
Last night, I poured myself a small glass of Knob Creek bourbon and stretched out in my big old leather chair to watch Blazing Saddles on the VCR. For some reason, last night just seemed like the kind of night to watch something completely silly and campy.
I was glad to read an update from Rosemarie last night that her dog Schlorff was doing well...
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I was glad to read an update from Rosemarie last night that her dog Schlorff was doing well...
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shayne:
and cats. but i have two dogs as well. Love them.
I haven't been around much lately because my life is hell-ish. one more exam down and one essay to go. sigh.
I haven't been around much lately because my life is hell-ish. one more exam down and one essay to go. sigh.
shayne:
oh, and by the way... i'm sure your well wishing has been helping my brain to cope with my exams. i seem to be flying through nicely!
Monday morning:
Awoke to snow on the ground....not much, but it's definitly the white stuff......and so it begins. Winter, a time of cold sleep and rewnewal for the earth. A time of freezing my ass off, scooping snow and slipping on slick spots for me!
I find it curious, that someone like myself who normally can come up with something to say on almost anything,...
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Awoke to snow on the ground....not much, but it's definitly the white stuff......and so it begins. Winter, a time of cold sleep and rewnewal for the earth. A time of freezing my ass off, scooping snow and slipping on slick spots for me!
I find it curious, that someone like myself who normally can come up with something to say on almost anything,...
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darklis:
Did you watch your campy film? I had to work tres late last night, and now it's snowing really bad.
darklis:
Blazing saddles. It's impossible to love you more at this point.
"Someone's gotta go back and get a shitload of dimes."
Have a wednesday.
"Someone's gotta go back and get a shitload of dimes."
Have a
wednesday.OK....I didn't get the chili made for dinner yesterday. My 3 nephews who were back for Thanksgiving stopped by and asked if I wanted to go with them into town for a little bit, yesterday morning. I didn't get back in time to make the chili and have it ready for dinner. So, even though it may not sound quite appropriate for Sunday dinner, it's...
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darklis:
I would say you're not a loser that sits by the computer, waiting for me to update. In fact, you're so cool, I still wait for your comments, even if they are on page 4.
I'm soooooooo proud of myself! I had only 1 plate full of food at dinner and actually had room for a nice piece of pie! Granted it was 1 heaping plate full....but I didn't go back for seconds, none the less...... I had a Hard Rock about 4pm and then another piece of pie about 6:30pm.
Everything went well....my cooking was fabulous...and it was a...
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I had a Hard Rock about 4pm and then another piece of pie about 6:30pm.
Everything went well....my cooking was fabulous...and it was a...
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tigerlily:
sounds like a great day!
i do the same thing with xmas shopping...it just takes a while for those ideas to percolate, plus the added pressure brings the inspiration. one thing i know for sure, i'm avoiding the stores today like the plague!
i do the same thing with xmas shopping...it just takes a while for those ideas to percolate, plus the added pressure brings the inspiration. one thing i know for sure, i'm avoiding the stores today like the plague!
shayne:
two down and one more to go... then essay time!
Lots O Thanksgiving preperations are underway!
As I'm hosting the family this year, there is more than normal to do.......
Luckily, everything is under control and so far all the preps are looking like everything will be successful.
I'm doing deviled eggs for the first time this year....a family favorite and tradition....if I don't get them to taste like my Mom's or my sister's, they...
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As I'm hosting the family this year, there is more than normal to do.......
Luckily, everything is under control and so far all the preps are looking like everything will be successful.
I'm doing deviled eggs for the first time this year....a family favorite and tradition....if I don't get them to taste like my Mom's or my sister's, they...
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day:
Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving!
rosemarie:
Deviled eggs are so good. and so underappreciated. A delicious classic, thats what I think.
I hope that you all had fun today. I was sending you happy turkey-wishes.
It's only like 7pm, and i am going to bed. I am stuffed fuller than the bird was.
I hope that you all had fun today. I was sending you happy turkey-wishes.
It's only like 7pm, and i am going to bed. I am stuffed fuller than the bird was.
Coffee!
Although a bit sketchy, here is the conventional thought on the beginning history of that wonderful stimulating beverage that we all seem to love and enjoy :
According to one story, the effect of coffee beans on behavior was noticed by a sheep herder from Caffa Ethopia named Kakli as he tended his sheep. He noticed that the sheep became hyperactive after eating the...
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Although a bit sketchy, here is the conventional thought on the beginning history of that wonderful stimulating beverage that we all seem to love and enjoy :
According to one story, the effect of coffee beans on behavior was noticed by a sheep herder from Caffa Ethopia named Kakli as he tended his sheep. He noticed that the sheep became hyperactive after eating the...
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rosemarie:
Hi sweetie!
I miss you, and know that I haven't been around much. Things are crazy, I have so much to do before I leave, but I think about you all of the time. I hope you are well.
Your friend always,
Rose
I miss you, and know that I haven't been around much. Things are crazy, I have so much to do before I leave, but I think about you all of the time. I hope you are well.
Your friend always,
Rose
maxi:
ok this weekend i brok down and got a can of Godiva Hot choc, Dark truffle flavor, sipping it as i type...it was only $10 for 12 servings. funny i hated red until i turned 20 i thought it was a color only cheap girls wore, lol guess i became cheap
SATURDAY
Grocery shopping day....rounding up supplies for Thanksgiving dinner. I've heard some rumblings from family members, as to whether I'm up to hosting and cooking for 18 people. Actually, all that I'm doing is the turkey and dressing, green beans and deviled eggs. Everyone else is bringing the rest, so I'm not sure why their confidence in me is less than 100% It really tends...
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Grocery shopping day....rounding up supplies for Thanksgiving dinner. I've heard some rumblings from family members, as to whether I'm up to hosting and cooking for 18 people. Actually, all that I'm doing is the turkey and dressing, green beans and deviled eggs. Everyone else is bringing the rest, so I'm not sure why their confidence in me is less than 100% It really tends...
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darklis:
It's cute to think of you grocery shopping.
littlequeenie:
You've never had Starbucks?
That was one of the best years of my life. Best music, best smells, best styles. Your jeans there are great, and that car is gorgeous.
Glad you're liking the photos. I am not going to cut my hair afterall.
I need to run out and get dinner, but I am so lazy, and it's raining, and I don't want to leave the house. Oh well, I have Clementines, Coltrane, and chocolate, what else could anyone ask for?