The Koffee Klatch #27

[Roamer]

Sorry, guys. Computer trouble.

Here's your new paper.

[Faith]

Glad you're back with us, Roamer. GM

[packy]

Thank you, Roamer. My computer was messing up on this site too.

Good morning to all. Nothing happening around my joint but rain. Ugh! Please send sunshine.

[PatC]

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g258/PatC_pics/smilies/whew.gif had me skeert for a few minutes.


Ali... for you... http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g258/PatC_pics/smilies/zip_it.gif

[Roamer]

I've had so much trouble on this site today!

I'm dumping my Direct and going back to Dish. They're installing it tomorrow.

[Faith]

Much luck to ya!!!

[Grins]

No trouble here=
Hi Roamer Packy [lol@Pat] Faith and all
Just had to bring this over it is so lovely~
see how Renoir handles color, detail and slight detail,
the light and shading~

Something Beautiful
to
start your day

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=2835
by
Renoir

http://www.bentbay.dk/Renoir/renoir.htm

[Orchid Corsage]

Good Morning & Good Afternoon too!

I haven't been here for awhile, so don't know if I would have had problems.

I have a virus or something going on, and have for several days. I am up and about trying to eat and soon back to bed.

Just thought I would stop in and say HELLO! :0012: HELLO!

[PatC]

Roamer==you have internet via DirectTV????? Did you mean you have been having trouble with this website?... FYI, I have AT&T DSL and I've been having trouble too.


Orchid Corsage==Good Morning/Afternoon to you too, OC!

You guys wanna hear something sad? When I read OC's "I have a virus or something going on..." I was all upset, then I read on and realized she meant a physical/medical kinda virus. My panic was when I thought her COMPUTER had a virus. How sad is that?


:71526:
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[Roamer]

Pretty sad, Pat, because..... that's the way I read it too. It's official. We are macaroons (see thread in Open Discussion). :grin:

I don't have Dish for Internet, Pat. I'm stuck with Hughes until August. Just for my TV, but I'm sick and tired of Direct, and they charge way too much. About $30 more than Dish.

[Bayou Lass]

Pat, I thought about you this morning when I was leaving for work. Do you remember commenting about all those buds on my gardenias? They have bloomed all over the place....those bushes are covered in blooms!

[annalyzer]

Pat, I thought about you this morning when I was leaving for work. Do you remember commenting about all those buds on my gardenias? They have bloomed all over the place....those bushes are covered in blooms!


Oh I bet they smell gooooooooooood.

[Bayou Lass]

Oh I bet they smell gooooooooooood.

Unbelievably so........I can't wait to get home and pick a few to put in a vase!

[PatC]

BL, thanks for thinking of me and I know what you mean. I brought a whole plastic grocery bag of blooms in a few days ago and floated them in shallow bowls. I love the scent!!!

:happy0158:

[KYGramma]

Pat, I thought about you this morning when I was leaving for work. Do you remember commenting about all those buds on my gardenias? They have bloomed all over the place....those bushes are covered in blooms!

Take another pic pleeeeease:basic45:

[KYGramma]

BL, thanks for thinking of me and I know what you mean. I brought a whole plastic grocery bag of blooms in a few days ago and floated them in shallow bowls. I love the scent!!!

:happy0158:

What a great idea!:happy0158:

[Grins]

Time Warner DSL here and Firefox and no problems.
Of course, I do talk sweetly to my puter and write poems to it=

Peter Puter

You are not merely a
computer
smearly screen you never have
because I care for you
I enjoy boring into
your internal
wee boards

after all
I am an expert at
boring infernal wee
boards~

Humbly,
Love, Grins

[Grins]

What a great idea!:happy0158:Hi Gramma!
Just put the flowers as they are in a bowl?
Eide mouth I guess.
Every thing I have is wide mouth.
...
......
,,,,,,,,,,,,, :eyebrow1qb:

No heating water first ??
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Hello My Lovelies~
=Orchid I missed you but figured you took a holiday=get well=I pray for all our healings=body mind & spirit=

=Roamer [you are welcome to delete any of my old pics to save bandwidth]

=PatC =good ideas good tips=I learn a lot here=

=Bayou Lass=oh i wanna gardenia

=Anna=Can I be a Macaroon too? I have evidence.....
:INhouseReading04: ,,,,,,,, :6u8ky2o:
My brother said he had a mole. My hunter friend asked if he shot it.
My brother said, "No, it would further mess up my face."

:cool:

[AmyE]

Well folks...I didn't get the blue dress or one at the boutique.... I got a DEAL on ebay. Check this out... http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=350204206861

Grins- Alexis is 4 and is so excited.

PatC- She doesn't have to wear makeup. I will be fixing her hair and thats about it.

[Grins]

AMY===BINGO!!!! Really great dress=perfect!!!

We needs lotsa pics remember!!
awwwwww 4 years old is such a cute age=she will be
thrilled with that dress.

Best of luck Sweet Alexis!!!!!!!!!!

==mebbe put a flower in her hair?

[Grins]

ASK!
It is amazing what you can get without cost if you have limited funds.
Many examples are known to me as I had to ask too. You do not need to be on welfare = ask=it costs nothing to ask=when you get the info=tell others about it!

LOOK here~

US Dep't of Health and Human Services
web site
http://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/

"Federally-funded health centers care for you, even if you have no health insurance. You pay what you can afford, based on your income. Health centers provide

1. checkups when you're well
2. treatment when you're sick
3. complete care when you're pregnant
4. immunizations and checkups for your children
5. dental care and prescription drugs for your family
6. mental health and substance abuse care if you need it

Health centers are in most cities and many rural areas.

Type in your address and click the 'Find Health Centers' button to find health centers near you.
[form is on the page]

Please contact the health center to schedule an appointment or find out if the health center may provide services even closer to you..."

==You paid taxes for many years=you deserve help when you need it.
You are welcome to ask here or PM me any time.==

http://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/

[PatC]

Grins == Now you've gone and done it... no wonder the rest of us are having problems. Our computers found out you write poems to yours. :frustratedf:

BTW, I think you have a typo in the last word. Shouldn't that be b-r-o-a-d-s?

:a1chic:



just kiddin' ...

AmyE ==I'm glad she doesn't have to wear makeup and that dress is adorable. I looked around there too and I sure wish that red and white number came in size "Moose", I'd order it.

PatC- She doesn't have to wear makeup. I will be fixing her hair and thats about it.[/QUOTE]


Grins==it's interesting, isn't it that Americans, by and large may love a bargain but eschew haggling, while (from what I've read) other cultures find haggling over price a way of life and wouldn't think of paying the asking price without at least trying to get it lowered.

Good resources here.

The only time I've ever had dental insurance was when I worked for someone who had it as part of their insurance plan. :sad0119:

[AmyE]

AMY===BINGO!!!! Really great dress=perfect!!!

We needs lotsa pics remember!!
awwwwww 4 years old is such a cute age=she will be
thrilled with that dress.

Best of luck Sweet Alexis!!!!!!!!!!

==mebbe put a flower in her hair?

I spotted the dress and was like that is perfect, then I seen no one had bid at 6.99, shipping only 4.99....ding ding ding....i bid and won. Save me lots of $$$.

Will definately get pics.

Flower for her hair is the best idea....thanks grins.

[AmyE]

AmyE ==I'm glad she doesn't have to wear makeup and that dress is adorable. I looked around there too and I sure wish that red and white number came in size "Moose", I'd order it.

:girl_haha:

The dresses and the prices are great aren't they.

[Tam5115]

At five minutes and six seconds after 4 AM on the 7th of August
this year, the time and date will be
04:05:06 07/08/09
This will never happen again

http://www.bentbay.dk/

Um Grins, if we're reading that date and time the way we do, that would be the 8th of July. :love0084:

[Grins]

Um Grins, if we're reading that date and time the way we do, that would be the 8th of July. :love0084:WINNER! TAM IS THE WINNER!!
Best Detective in the Koffee Klatch~
see
it was a test
`````````````
or
``````````
I bought my calendar at the discount store?
``````
or I am a macaroon?
``````````````````
-------that is a lie Grins ---three lies---- :71541: --

---yeah but good ones! Do I get points for Originality and Aptness of Thought?
,,,,, :104511:

is that a no?
ok
here is the right post

"At five minutes and six seconds after 4 AM
on the 7th of July, 2009
the time and date will be
04:05:06 07/08/09.

This will never happen again"

unless Grins tells more lame lies.

:022:

~~~~~you really did a good job catching that Tam=the only one! I totally missed it. Good work.

[PatC]

I woulda given you one point for trying if you'da gotten back to us within 15 minutes.... you had to think too long. :lex_10:

[Grins]

PatC said
"BTW, I think you have a typo in the last word. Shouldn't that be b-r-o-a-d-s?

:a1chic:

just kiddin' ..."
______________ ahem=broads are what we Macaroons build wooden homes with~

=where is my 2 by 4? :basic45:

[Grins]

I woulda given you one point for trying if you'da gotten back to us within 15 minutes.... you had to think too long. :lex_10:I had to call my congressman.

[Grins]

Since you asked
or might

"...Rats with a very high basal metabolic rate sleep for up to 14 hours a day, whereas elephants and giraffes with lower BMRs sleep only 3–4 hours per day...."

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sleep

[Tam5115]

To tell the truth, Grins, I sorta had the idea that you got that off a British site. They put the day before the month. I know this from having an english penpal. Heh

[Tam5115]

Hubby had to ask... when would it have been 1,2,3,4,5,6.

Turns out it woulda been Jessica's birthday in 20006! April 5, 2006

01:02:03 04/05/06 :basic45:

[PatC]

Since you asked
or might

"...Rats with a very high basal metabolic rate sleep for up to 14 hours a day, whereas elephants and giraffes with lower BMRs sleep only 3–4 hours per day...."

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sleep

My doxies must have metabolic rates at the speed of light then... could be, they only have two speeds: sleep and race.

TamTam said; "Hubby had to ask... when would it have been 1,2,3,4,5,6.

Turns out it woulda been Jessica's birthday in 20006! April 5, 2006"

WOW, I din't know Jess was gonna live THAT long.

Go Jess!

[Grins]

Hubby had to ask... when would it have been 1,2,3,4,5,6.

Turns out it woulda been Jessica's birthday in 20006! April 5, 2006

01:02:03 04/05/06 :basic45:```` Tip O the Hat to Tam! --- :howdy: ``````` incredible!!

Soooooooo Jessica was born in the year 20,006 eh? A preemie?
~~~~~~~~ gotcha~~~~~~~`

[Grins]

My doxies must have metabolic rates at the speed of light then... could be, they only have two speeds: sleep and race.

TamTam said; "Hubby had to ask... when would it have been 1,2,3,4,5,6.

Turns out it woulda been Jessica's birthday in 20006! April 5, 2006"

WOW, I din't know Jess was gonna live THAT long.

Go Jess!Ooooooooh I knew you would catch it!
,,,,,,,, :love0085: ((((((( :howdy: ))))))))
and I saw it afore I read yers too

it is so funny how we can have fun with this stuff and I am still tellin folks about our hilarious week of='how to pronounce pecans'

[Grins]

To tell the truth, Grins, I sorta had the idea that you got that off a British site. They put the day before the month. I know this from having an english penpal. Hehaha
it is a Danish site actually=

I demand a recount!!
:basic44:

[PatC]

pronouncing pecan===LOL that was fun, wasn't it?

[Tam5115]

Ooooooooh I knew you would catch it!
,,,,,,,, :love0085: ((((((( :howdy: ))))))))
and I saw it afore I read yers too

it is so funny how we can have fun with this stuff and I am still tellin folks about our hilarious week of='how to pronounce pecans'

:0t31:

Honestly, I didn't even catch it in PAT's post. I read it like four times before I caught on. Typos are sometimes hysterical.

My favorite one occurred in a Yahoo chat when a friend told me to "hang on a sex" :0t31:

Then there was the one in which a gal referenced R Simmons workout "Tone And Sweat" as "Tone And Swear" Completely accidental but very fitting.

[Tam5115]

pronouncing pecan===LOL that was fun, wasn't it?


It's peh-cahn of course! :22wink:

[PatC]

It's peh-cahn of course! :22wink:

You'll get no argument from me.... that's close enough! :girl_haha:

[AmyE]

Just got back from the viewing. I got there and realized, they cremated her. No one had told me this before hand, but it was beautifully decorated with tons of flowers and photos. Such a precious young girl.

[PatC]

What did you end up wearing?

[AmyE]

What did you end up wearing?

A white skirt and a hot pink top.

[Alibar]

One interesting thing about being at the sleep study... I notice the woman's silver jewelry and as I said, "Lissa, your earrings, the Star of David...." She finished by saying, "yes, I'm Jewish." I told her my brother married a Jew and he converted after they'd been married about ten years... that his wife looked like she was from Ireland due to her vivid red hair, but, was actually of Lithuanian heritage. Lissa added she was an Irish Jew, born a Jew, but, was a Christian, so that was a surprise.

She said she was healed years ago from a major paralysis and knew then where she belonged. She bought the earrings in Jerusalem prior to her religious experience.

[Alibar]

A white skirt and a hot pink top.

Sounds just right, Amy.

[Grins]

It's peh-cahn of course! :22wink:

PEA-cons

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=185&pictureid=1666

[Grins]

One interesting thing about being at the sleep study... I notice the woman's silver jewelry and as I said, "Lissa, your earrings, the Star of David...." She finished by saying, "yes, I'm Jewish." I told her my brother married a Jew and he converted after they'd been married about ten years... that his wife looked like she was from Ireland due to her vivid red hair, but, was actually of Lithuanian heritage. Lissa added she was an Irish Jew, born a Jew, but, was a Christian, so that was a surprise.

She said she was healed years ago from a major paralysis and knew then where she belonged. She bought the earrings in Jerusalem prior to her religious experience.Interesting spiritual journey Ali.
Reminds me of the verse that says ~if you seek me with all your heart, you will find me ~ and discover that I was there the whole time.

I knew you and chose you before the World began~

[Grins]

Something Beautiful
to
start your day~

"A four-year-old girl's dream of being a ballerina for the day came true.

Angelina Vidler, of Shoeburyness, Essex, who suffers from a rare form of cancer, rehearsed at the Royal Opera House.

With her own silver outfit and ballet slippers, she joined ballerinas from the Royal Ballet in rehearsing on stage..."

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=2848

http://www.metro.co.uk/news/article.html?in_article_id=50961&in_page_id=34

[KYGramma]

And Beautiful she is!

[Bayou Lass]

Ya'll are sooooo funny. BTW - GOOD MORNING EVERYONE!

Pa-cons, not pea-cans, pea-cons.....PA-CONS! Down here in Lou-si-ana or Loozy-ana that's how we pronounce it.:67302::67302:

[PatC]

GOOD MORNING, CYBER FRIENDS!!!

Amy, I agree with Ali.... your white and hot pink sounds just right.

KYGramma == you asked about the "lighter knot" ... I have a picture in my gardening album now.

Bayou Lass---- "Lou-si-ana or Loozy-ana" :s1gyahoo: Are you sure it isn't Lou-EEE-zy-ana??? :67302: :71526:


think we can get a discussion going on that one?

[KYGramma]

GOOD MORNING, CYBER FRIENDS!!!

Amy, I agree with Ali.... your white and hot pink sounds just right.

KYGramma == you asked about the "lighter knot" ... I have a picture in my gardening album now. Checkin it out:a1chic:

Bayou Lass---- "Lou-si-ana or Loozy-ana" :s1gyahoo: Are you sure it isn't Lou-EEE-zy-ana??? :67302: :71526:


think we can get a discussion going on that one?

[PatC]

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g258/PatC_pics/Misc/DSC00276.jpg

PA - CONS accent on the CONS and I'm not gonna tell you again!

[Roamer]

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g258/PatC_pics/Misc/DSC00276.jpg

PA - CONS accent on the CONS and I'm not gonna tell you again!

Well, since you put it that way.... :0t31:

[Bayou Lass]

Well, since you put it that way.... :0t31:

Oops....looks like someone haz a 'tude about pa-CONS!!! LOU-EE-Z-ANA! :67302:

[texanne]

Just so long as they do not call them pee cans.

[Bayou Lass]

Just so long as they do not call them pee cans.

Pee-Cans?:girl_haha:

I simply cringe when someone calls them that......I want to tell Paula Deen that they are pa-cons, not pea-cans. GRITS do not call them that!!!!:s1gyahoo:

[texanne]

In Texas you would not tell people that you have a lot of "pee cans" in your yard. They would wonder what happened to your indoor plumbing. Heeeeee

[KYGramma]

Who was it that made the beautiful avatars for everyone? I need a new one and cant find a good one........

[Roamer]

Who was it that made the beautiful avatars for everyone? I need a new one and cant find a good one........

That would be Kami, probably. Send her a PM.

[annalyzer]

That would be Kami, probably. Send her a PM.

Kami made mine. I love it. :kissyface4:

[Alibar]

My granddaughter and grandson-in-law made mine. :s1gyahoo:

[PatC]

Kami made me one for Valentine's day. I made this one using a picture of one of my roses.

[KYGramma]

That would be Kami, probably. Send her a PM.

Thanks!

[KYGramma]

Kami made me one for Valentine's day. I made this one using a picture of one of my roses.

How did you put your name on it?:eyebrow1qb:

[Alibar]

My avatar girl will be performing with her class at a dance recital Saturday night. Most of her relatives will be in the audience and her mom will be backstage helping. Baby sister Gracie, 20 months, will be somewhere else. She is convinced she gets to do whatever Isabella does and it's thought if she were to see Isabella on stage, she would create a ruckus wanting to be up there.

The weekend will be crazy for them as tomorrow they close on the sale of their home and the new, then immediately the move begins. My daughter will be there watching the girls and part of the time so will I watching her watch them... hehe

[KYGramma]

My granddaughter and grandson-in-law made mine. :s1gyahoo:

She is beautiful!

[KYGramma]

Kami made mine. I love it. :kissyface4:

Very Cool!

Now, I am sure she made the one I had, but I just needed a change. But, now I lost the one she did make me because she put it on there and it wasnt from my pics.....I wonder if she saved it? :confused:

[Alibar]

She is beautiful!

Thanks, KY, she resembles her dad's mother.

[Orchid Corsage]

PA CON rolls for Brunch!
http://img4.cookinglight.com/i/2008/09/0809p136-pecan-roll-lu-l.jpg

Good Morning, finally got up to see if it was going to be a better day today, or not. Verdict still out. Today is our 44th Wedding Anniversry, so I hope it is going to be a better day. If not, there will be no dinner celebration. Ugh more soft-boiled eggs. :groan:

Lordy, we have our first tropical storm brewing on the east coast, called Anna! geez

We are suppose to have some nasty storms this afternoon!

Off to check out some of the garden albums! See ya'all later!

[KYGramma]

My avatar girl will be performing with her class at a dance recital Saturday night. Most of her relatives will be in the audience and her mom will be backstage helping. Baby sister Gracie, 20 months, will be somewhere else. She is convinced she gets to do whatever Isabella does and it's thought if she were to see Isabella on stage, she would create a ruckus wanting to be up there.

The weekend will be crazy for them as tomorrow they close on the sale of their home and the new, then immediately the move begins. My daughter will be there watching the girls and part of the time so will I watching her watch them... hehe

Isnt that fun!:s1gyahoo: I watched older grandaughters rehearsel last night and get to see younger ones on Sunday. I cant wait! I love watching the little ones dance.....and some are so young they are constantly watching the side of the stage to see what the teacher is telling them to do.....

[Roamer]

Orchid...another 44 year vet! Good for us!

[Orchid Corsage]

Orchid...another 44 year vet! Good for us!

:hifive: there Roamer!

For us and wishing many more! :kissyface4:

http://cn1.kaboodle.com/hi/img/c/0/0/3a/f/AAAADFtSm7oAAAAAADr25w.jpg

[Grins]

Have some of my PEEcon pie!

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=298&pictureid=2850

"Harry Burns: Repeat after me. Pepper.
Sally Albright: Pepper.
Harry Burns: Pepper.
Sally Albright: Pepper.
Harry Burns: Waiter, there is too much pepper on my paprikash.
Sally Albright: Waiter, there is too much pepper on my paprikash.
Harry Burns: But I would be proud to partake of your PEEcon pie!"

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=298&pictureid=2851

De Fense rests~

[Roamer]

Of course I was a child bride, OC. You were too, right? :girl_haha:

[Grins]

:hifive: there Roamer!

For us and wishing many more! :kissyface4:

http://cn1.kaboodle.com/hi/img/c/0/0/3a/f/AAAADFtSm7oAAAAAADr25w.jpg
Congrats to all and Nanabillie too !!
I am proud of you Orchid Corsage, Roamer and Billie and all who are so blessed ~

[nanabillie]

You are a sweetie remembering me, too.

My Popa went to be with the Lord last night at 9:40. Thanks to all who have prayed for Pop and me.

[Grins]

Of course I was a child bride, OC. You were too, right? :girl_haha:Of course!

We believe that~child brides all~and you are still young at heart as we know.

Happy Anniversaries!

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=298&pictureid=2852

[Grins]

You are a sweetie remembering me, too.

My Popa went to be with the Lord last night at 9:40. Thanks to all who have prayed for Pop and me.We hold you and grieve with you dear Nanabillie. Our love and prayers continue~

Come and be with us when you can; we go with you every step~~~~~~~~~~

[annalyzer]

PA CON rolls for Brunch!
http://img4.cookinglight.com/i/2008/09/0809p136-pecan-roll-lu-l.jpg

Good Morning, finally got up to see if it was going to be a better day today, or not. Verdict still out. Today is our 44th Wedding Anniversry, so I hope it is going to be a better day. If not, there will be no dinner celebration. Ugh more soft-boiled eggs. :groan:

Lordy, we have our first tropical storm brewing on the east coast, called Anna! geez

We are suppose to have some nasty storms this afternoon!

Off to check out some of the garden albums! See ya'all later!

Called Anna? Then watch out. :a1chic:

Happy Anniversary darlin. :1222423:

[Grins]

Ali=sweet story```
you tell is so well we see it!

[nanabillie]

Grins,and other friends, I have good news. My sister that has been an alcoholic for years told me last night she is in an alcohol and drug rehab program. A couple of months ago she had three seizures, was taken to the hospital and spent four days. I didn't know anything about it. When I found out no one would tell me anything. Last night Debbie said, "I didn't want to tell you I'm an alcoholic". I said, Debbie, I knew that. She said, "But I
had to be able to tell you that ". I could really tell a difference. She said when she got to the hospital she had all sorts of drugs, uppers, downers, etc. , along with the alcohol and it was killing her. She goes three hours a day, three days a week.
I made a statement of something like, you aren't going to ever drink again. She said, "Billie, I won't drink today. That is all we can say." She then repeated the Serenity prayer. I know she is on the road to recovery and I know it won't be easy. Remember her in your prayers, too, please.

[Grins]

She said the right things Billie. I am so happy for her and you!
We do take it one day at a time and that is enough. If I can help in any way PM me.
You are welcome to copy any posts of mine to pass on.

Tell her a guy with 12 years and eight months sober did it one day at a time too. Each day we do the next right thing.

To your dear sister I say,
Welcome to the recovery family.
Stay with people in recovery is my wish for you.
We will
never
never
no never be alone again.
My prayers for you start now; I ask for yours~~~

[Roamer]

You needed good news today, Billie. I'm so happy for her, and for you.

[Grins]

Daddy's prayers....

[nanabillie]

Thank you Grins I will pass it along. I do intend to send her copies of your story and poems.
Roamer, you are so right! I did.

[nanabillie]

Mama's prayers. Daddy was an alcoholic until he died. Not a drinking one, he was in the hospital. But he could never overcome the demons.

[Grins]

12 steps out of depression~

For me, step 11 is the key to what I do and how I operate each day. Most of all, I need wisdom and direction. Who is the wisest Person I know?

11. Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out.

,,,,,but I need to listen for Orders From Headquarters. Then, be ready to act and trust my God for the rest.

[nanabillie]

I just realized I am "invisible". I did that yesterday, So DH wouldn't know I was on line if he or his partner checked.

He has been saying, "I know when you are on the computer". Laughing. So I figured they look to see if my "Light is on".

I have laughed to myself before thinking ...Just because the light is on, doesn't mean someone is home....That describes me perfectly......I ani't always home..:67302:

[nanabillie]

When Debbie had her aneurysm in '91, it affected the part of her brain that controls the power to reason. I never had much luck trying to reason with her before the aneurysm.

[Grins]

Sea Flower

Going to the prom I
am so nervous *sigh
ate supper with my dinner jacket on
or
did I eat dinner with my supper jacket on
no matter
got to my date's house
her Mom said

It appears
there are some smears
on your gardenias
from eating sardinias~


Dancing the Swim
or
Swimming the Dance
still,
Grins

[PatC]

How did you put your name on it?:eyebrow1qb:

I uploaded it to my account in PhotoBucket then did an "edit" and resized it to avatar size and added the text... easy peasy I promise.

[KYGramma]

I uploaded it to my account in PhotoBucket then did an "edit" and resized it to avatar size and added the text... easy peasy I promise.

Oh, they dont let me go the THAT place from here......:1187603408.CR.Mothe

[PatC]

Ali -- Try to get us some pictures at that recital.

Orchid Corsage -- That PA CON roll looks good. Yum. Sorry you're feeling yucky.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g258/PatC_pics/smilies/sick_inbed.gif

Wow, I hadn't noticed that storm on the east coast... I watch for them slipping into the Gulf of Mexico.

Get to feeling better fast. K?

Oh, Grins.... pa CON pie is the very bestest pie in the world and that looks like a pretty good one too.

**Cross Examination**

Question: Harry where are you from?
Harry Burns: Uh, nuu yawk

Question: *showing picture of a dog* What is this?
Harry Burns: A dooawg.

I rest my case. Harry is not a good source. It's PA CON!


nanabillie, I'm so sorry for your loss of your "Pop" but that's good news indeed about Debbie.


Grins -- "...improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him..." I've always liked that wording... and I just LOVE your way of referring to Him.


http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g258/PatC_pics/smilies/shh1.gif -- Nanabillie is in stealth mode. :friends3:

[Alibar]

Yesterday, making a swath through Walmart's produce dept to pick up some vanilla yogurt covered pretzels (which I discovered in the area where they have dehydrated banana slices), I saw a table of nuts. A 12 oz bag of SHELLED brazil nuts for 4.98. I'm often picking through a can of mixed nuts for this type nut, so, now I have many. :girl_haha: The pretzels and banana slices have the same "Good Sense" label. Apparently, both are popular and they were almost out of yogurt covered pretzels, so I bought 3. Am currently really liking them, so don't want to run out. )))))))

[PatC]

:45024: I'm STILL looking for the dehydrated banana slices!!! :0001:

I DID have a similar experience at the liquor store the other day though. The finally had some spearmint schnapps.... they only had three bottles and I've been checking every time I go in for my lotto ticket, so I bought two. I should be set till Christmas.

[AmyE]

Ali- I know the person to come to for some snacks. I love cashews myself.

[PatC]

Make mine pah-CONS.

[DRJAN]

Hello to All How is everyone. As for myself i am doing well. I am hoping to go back to work in three to four months. It has been along and painful process

[Faith]

You are a sweetie remembering me, too.

My Popa went to be with the Lord last night at 9:40. Thanks to all who have prayed for Pop and me.

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll116/helpfindthemissing/Sympathy/condolences_sympathyaaay.gif

((((((huuugggsss)))))

[nanabillie]

Thanks to all for the good wishes and prayers

Pat, next time let me know when I'm in "Stealth". I did that for a little while so DH wouldn't know I was on line and forgot to go change it. I happened to see the gray spot not long ago. I'm not smart enough to try to get away with things.

I may have told you that I heard Martha Stewart answer the "P" question. She said you eat pa-cons. You Pee in a can.

[nanabillie]

I just got so upset. I read Pop's obit and my sweet step-sister did not even list my sister and me. My Mom's obit sure listed her and her brother. That's OK. She knows how much he loved me and I loved him. But I got so mad, not angry, MAD, I emailed myself instead of Faith! I had to forward to her. Yep, going to post to Macaroons.
It's only 2:36 in the morning. I think I'll have a piece of chocolate cake befoe the Ambien.

[annalyzer]

I just got so upset. I read Pop's obit and my sweet step-sister did not even list my sister and me. My Mom's obit sure listed her and her brother. That's OK. She knows how much he loved me and I loved him. But I got so mad, not angry, MAD, I emailed myself instead of Faith! I had to forward to her. Yep, going to post to Macaroons.
It's only 2:36 in the morning. I think I'll have a piece of chocolate cake befoe the Ambien.

Me and my five brothers were not listed in my stepfathers obit.
At his funeral my step brothers wife said she forgot to put our names in. :rolleyes:

[nanabillie]

Yea, Joyce knows no one would believe that. She didn't mention his wife, but that was no surprise. I would not be one bit surprised for his cra...his wife to put an article in the paper like an obit, listing her. If she does, I hope she Does Not put me in it. The more I have thought about it, the easier it is. The people that really count know the truth anyway.

[nanabillie]

In a way, I think it is one last "dig" at my Mama. SS hated my Mom, would not let her in her house. Papa could go but not Mama. That went on for a long time. She would take him a Christmas present to their house that would say, To my Daddy. She sure can't hurt my Mama, though. Praise the Lord.
Then one year while Mama and Pop were at the beach for their anniversary, his first wife killed herself. After that, not during the funeral and all. That was still kinda rough, but later she was better. The day before Mama died she said with me holding Mama's hand saying she would be an angel soon. ??? She's strange.

[Roamer]

Deaths bring out terrible things, Billie. I found it out when my parents died within 40 days of each other. My stepsisters and I had always gotten along very well. Until then. That's when the sh*t hit the fan, and we haven't spoken since. That's been 6 years ago, and it will be another 60 before I ever want to see or speak to either one of them.

[texanne]

Nanabillie: So sorry to hear you lost your sweet pop. Also sorry to hear some of the family acting in such an inappropriate way. Prayers for you and yours during this time. When I lost my son, even his girlfriend was listed in the obit. She did not deserve to be listed, but we wanted the obit copy to be a thing of peace, not strife. My son was all about getting along. Just cherish your own memories....that is what counts.

[Grins]

Ali -- Try to get us some pictures at that recital.

Orchid Corsage -- That PA CON roll looks good. Yum. Sorry you're feeling yucky.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g258/PatC_pics/smilies/sick_inbed.gif

Wow, I hadn't noticed that storm on the east coast... I watch for them slipping into the Gulf of Mexico.

Get to feeling better fast. K?

Oh, Grins.... pa CON pie is the very bestest pie in the world and that looks like a pretty good one too.

**Cross Examination**

Question: Harry where are you from?
Harry Burns: Uh, nuu yawk

Question: *showing picture of a dog* What is this?
Harry Burns: A dooawg.

I rest my case. Harry is not a good source. It's PA CON!


nanabillie, I'm so sorry for your loss of your "Pop" but that's good news indeed about Debbie.


Grins -- "...improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him..." I've always liked that wording... and I just LOVE your way of referring to Him.


http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g258/PatC_pics/smilies/shh1.gif -- Nanabillie is in stealth mode. :friends3:

He calles me GrinsMeister & I think He says it PEA con.

)))))))))) :s1gyahoo: ((((((((((((

=Excellent cross-exam, Counsel.
Q:
Now, Harry, where were you born?
A:
Southern Mississippi.

I rest my crates.

[Grins]

Nanabillie: So sorry to hear you lost your sweet pop. Also sorry to hear some of the family acting in such an inappropriate way. Prayers for you and yours during this time. When I lost my son, even his girlfriend was listed in the obit. She did not deserve to be listed, but we wanted the obit copy to be a thing of peace, not strife. My son was all about getting along. Just cherish your own memories....that is what counts.
Well said Texanne.
Tell us about your son. Being a peacemaker he is already a Hero to me so I would like to hear more of what he was like and some stories and specific memories you cherish from his life.

The same invitation goes out for all of us.

PatC and I have disovered through the years of being posting pals at different boards, that
talking about our loved ones who have died really
honors them in a special way and carries with it
special healing.

So this is an invitation to you all~
you Texanne, Nanabillie about your Dad and each one of us.
We want to know those you love as part of our loving you.

My Mom & Dad I have told of and have much more to tell~my Sister is next for me to Honor.
She was and is my Best Friend.

[PatC]

HAPPY FRIDAY CYBER FRIENDS

http://images.zwani.com/graphics/days_of_the_week/friday/images/8friday37.gif

Billie, you said it all when you said, "She knows how much he loved me and I loved him." Keep that in mind and the rest blow in the wind, girl.

The GrinsMeister is absolutely right "talking about our loved ones who have died... carries with it special healing." It's what kept me going when I lost my son, KC... two years ago tomorrow.

:1222423:

[Grins]

For the man who has everything.

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=2779

=cool eh, Guys?

[texanne]

I forgot to say in my last post....GOOD MORNING, KLATCHERS!! Today is the last day of school, so if I begin to sound goofier than normal (if possible), just remember that I am watching all of them 4 days a week for a while. I am SO looking forward to summer camp.

Grins: I would love to hear about your sister. I lost my only sister nearly 20 yrs. ago....and the void is still there. You have heard of people who finish each others sentences....well, sometimes we would not even finish the sentence and the other one would nod to indicate they knew what the other meant. I would love to hear about yours. I will talk about my son some day....little by little. It is only a couple of weeks till the anniversary of his death, so I will be in a funk off and on.

Are any of our klatchers in the bad weather? It really looked rough on the news. Stay safe (and dry), guys.l

[Grins]

Something Beautiful
to start your day

Ballerinas fly
light the sky
at the Melbourne Games

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=2853
~
http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=2854

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/low/photo_galleries/4806802.stm

[KYGramma]

For the man who has everything.

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=2779

=cool eh, Guys?

Very Cool!

[Grins]

Monroe Galleries

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=298&pictureid=2857

Children at a Puppet Theatre, Paris,
1963

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=298&pictureid=2856


Future Ballerinas of the
American Ballet Theater,
1936

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=298&pictureid=2858

The "Famous Kiss"
Title: V-J Day in Times Square,
New York, August 14, 1945
Artist: Alfred Eisenstaedt for all

http://www.monroegallery.com/detail.cfm?id=495

[PatC]

Re-cross-exam.
Q: Now, Mr. Burns, you say you were born in South Mississippi?
A: Right

Q: How surprising. Mr. Burns, have you ever eaten a "mudbug"?
A: NO!

Q: Mr. Burns, "mudbug" is another name for crawfish, a favorite food of any self-respecting person from South Mississippi (or Louisiana). Now, in an attempt to allow you to avoid a charge of perjury I'll ask you again, where were you born?
A. Akshully? Noo Joisey

Q: Judge, I'd like to ask for a directed verdict please. The correct pronunciation of "pecan" is pa-CON.
A. Judge: It is so directed. Case closed.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g258/PatC_pics/smilies/judge_pounding.gif

[Grins]

Hi Gramma Billie PatC Anna Roamer Texanne and all younz Klatchers!

Texanne=were you twins or close in age? She sounds delightful and full of fun.

Gramma=seems to me the girl in the VJ Day pic was identified and interviewed some time back. Recall?

PatC=timely then that tomorrow we remember one of my favorite Heroes your son KC; I do feel like I know him by now~especially we connect with his humor and yours.
What a team you made!

[PatC]

Thanks, friend about the kind words for KC (and me).

That picture of the ballerinas scares me with that lovely girl leaning against the glass window! I felt like shouting, "You girls get down from there this minute!"

:girl_haha:

[Bayou Lass]

GOOD MORNING KLATCHERS!!!!! Billie, I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you at this time. Death does do funny things to a family. When my Mother passed, my ex-sister's true nature shined through. I haven't spoken to either of them in over two years and I pray every night that they will see fit to apologize to me and my brother for their actions before and after my Mother's death. It does help tremendously to be here with my cyber friends where we can all express our feelings...both good, bad, and sad. I love you all!:kissyface4:

[Grins]

Re-cross-exam.
Q: Now, Mr. Burns, you say you were born in South Mississippi?
A: Right

Q: How surprising. Mr. Burns, have you ever eaten a "mudbug"?
A: NO!

Q: Mr. Burns, "mudbug" is another name for crawfish, a favorite food of any self-respecting person from South Mississippi (or Louisiana). Now, in an attempt to allow you to avoid a charge of perjury I'll ask you again, where were you born?
A. Akshully? Noo Joisey

Q: Judge, I'd like to ask for a directed verdict please. The correct pronunciation of "pecan" is pa-CON.
A. Judge: It is so directed. Case closed.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g258/PatC_pics/smilies/judge_pounding.gif
((((((((( :s1gyahoo: )))))))))
You did that so well, I concede.
No wonder so many lawyers file their cases in Mississippi. I filed briefs there once. They were clean in case I had an accident.

[Bayou Lass]

Pat, my favorite story about you and KC was when you put 'bullet holes' on his motorcycle and he 'cracked your windshield'.:67302:

[Grins]

Thanks, friend about the kind words for KC (and me).

That picture of the ballerinas scares me with that lovely girl leaning against the glass window! I felt like shouting, "You girls get down from there this minute!"

:girl_haha:,,,,,,,, you gotta love Moms.....

:love0085:

[Grins]

Pat, my favorite story about you and KC was when you put 'bullet holes' on his motorcycle and he 'cracked your windshield'.:67302:spew!
Took the words right out of my spew!

We ask humbly that that stories be told again! It still makes me laugh as I visualize each scene..... a classic of "creative wit and witty revenge"~~

[texanne]

Pat: I would have had to fight the urge to scold them, also...LOL.
Grins: My sister was 2 1/2 yrs. older than me....but as girls surrounded by brothers and a neighborhood of boys, we were playmates. At least she played, and I struggled to catch up. I still see her as a girl.....tall, red hair, freckles, and beating the boys on the ball field. She is the one that taught me to take off my shoes in hot weather and enjoy walking to school barefoot.....against all the rules.

[KYGramma]

Hi Gramma Billie PatC Anna Roamer Texanne and all younz Klatchers!

Texanne=were you twins or close in age? She sounds delightful and full of fun.

Gramma=seems to me the girl in the VJ Day pic was identified and interviewed some time back. Recall?

PatC=timely then that tomorrow we remember one of my favorite Heroes your son KC; I do feel like I know him by now~especially we connect with his humor and yours.
What a team you made!

Yes, and Wic says:

"The participants in the kiss were never confirmed by Eisenstaedt. Life, however, accepted nurse Edith Cullen Shain's claim to this honor in a handwritten letter to Eisenstaedt 35 years later. Over 20 men have claimed to be the sailor, but none has been positively identified."

However, since then there is a story about finding the man in the pic. he has been identified and living in TX.

[Grins]

Monroe Gallery of Photography Santa Fe

"Monroe Gallery of Photography specializes in classic black & white photography with an emphasis on humanist and photojournalist imagery.
The gallery features work by more than 50 renowned photographers and also represents a select group of contemporary and emerging photographers.

Monroe Gallery is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the oldest state capitol in the United States. Santa Fe is one of the most vibrant arts communities in the United States, and is home to over 250 galleries. Monroe Gallery is located just off the historic city center, The Plaza. Visitors to the spacious 1700 square foot gallery are invited to view some of the best photography the 20th and 21st century have to offer.
— Sidney and Michelle Monroe"

==B&W pics by The Masters of the art as you see above.

http://www.monroegallery.com/

[Grins]

Pat: I would have had to fight the urge to scold them, also...LOL.
Grins: My sister was 2 1/2 yrs. older than me....but as girls surrounded by brothers and a neighborhood of boys, we were playmates. At least she played, and I struggled to catch up. I still see her as a girl.....tall, red hair, freckles, and beating the boys on the ball field. She is the one that taught me to take off my shoes in hot weather and enjoy walking to school barefoot.....against all the rules.Funny about the scolding; after I looked closely at it again I saw one leaning back against the window and had the same urge~LOL ~ Dads are like that too.

In the Games series I decided against posting a singer with fireworks in the foreground as I was afraid =and we would all worry=the sparks would shower down on her!
:hifive: yup
Even now when I come walking to an intersection, if I sense someone about to walk out into danger I put my long arm across barring the way=automatically.
I did save one lady who thanked me then giggled and asked, "Will you hold my hand too as we cross?"
So I laughed
and
held her hand as we crossed.
====
Your sister sounds like a fun tomboy and yet all girl too=tell us of some of your adventures!
Good that you were fairly close
in age.
She must have loved you a lot to hang with you and teach stuff; I like that.

[LiveLaughLuv]

I just came across the topsy turvy tomato plant...I think Pat was looking for this...

http://www.tvhangingtomato.com/

Good morning Klatchers...Hope you are all fine this fine Friday..TGIF...:biggrin:

Rain, rain go away...another rainy day..Rainy days and Mondays always get me down....:girl_sad:

Good news for my hubby, the surgeon is able to save his finger.:basic44:

He will be having reconstuctive surgury as soon as it is approved by WCB...as ugly as it looked before it has healed. His finger will be deformed but at least he didn't need to amputate it...

Thanks for all those prayers...his prayers (an mine) were answered and hopefully will soon be on the road to recovery...:basic44:

[PatC]

Grins --LOL @ "They were clean in case I had an accident."


Bayou Lass == The bullet holes and cracked windshield are favorite memories of mine too. Maybe next week when I have more time I'll post them again.

texanne == I had no siblings, maybe that's why I never learned to go barefoot. To this day I can't. I even wear slippers around the house.

Gotta go now, my friends. Lots to do before the party tomorrow. BBQ, opening the pool, beginning of hurricane season, beginning of summer, and, of course, remembering KC.

:happy0207:

[AmyE]

Good Morning! I went and sold tickets for Alexis yesterday for her to be queen. We sold $70 worth yesterday. Some of the other girls have 2 weeks on us already, I guess I need to get the move on. So, I have put in a few phone calls to friends that live far away and they are mailing me a check for some tickets. I have only 2 weeks to sell the most. I sure hope we can pull this off.

[Roamer]

LLL, what a nice surprise! Keeping the finger means a lot to your DH, I'm sure.

Pat, remembering your KC, always.

To the rest of you:

Good Morning, Klatchers!

[packy]

Good Friday morning, Everyone.

Good luck, Amy. You'll do it!

Just read the good news that the finger will be saved, LLL. They can do wonders it seems.

I always enjoyed your shot the mc story, Pat. Hilarious! Hope you share it again for those who haven't heard it.

Be good, Y'all. If you know how. Heh heh

[Alibar]

morning, all's y'alls.......... I'll catch up later. Seems like all have been up and attum this morning. Have gone barefoot all my life when inside. Miserable with shoes on in the house.

Billie, I'm so sorry for your loss. Glad about your sis.

[texanne]

Pat: looking forward for the story....I have never heard it. I cannot go barefoot now. I cannot even walk across the porch barefoot because I can feel even the smallest grain of sand on my feet now. I watch my youngest grandson run barefoot and marvel at how tough his feet are. I constantly beg him to wear his shoes.

[Grins]

Barefoot Grins says Howdy
Packy Texanne Roamer Ali=we been busy today!
Amy Luv Bayou Lass and all

Gramma=much appreciate the info on the
VJ Day pic=it was drivin me nuts!

AMY=oh I hope your sweet daughter wins=in that dress too=what a memory!

[Grins]

I just came across the topsy turvy tomato plant...I think Pat was looking for this...

http://www.tvhangingtomato.com/

Good morning Klatchers...Hope you are all fine this fine Friday..TGIF...:biggrin:

Rain, rain go away...another rainy day..Rainy days and Mondays always get me down....:girl_sad:

Good news for my hubby, the surgeon is able to save his finger.:basic44:

He will be having reconstuctive surgury as soon as it is approved by WCB...as ugly as it looked before it has healed. His finger will be deformed but at least he didn't need to amputate it...

Thanks for all those prayers...his prayers (an mine) were answered and hopefully will soon be on the road to recovery...:basic44:Oh happy day!
````````` :11_2_104: ......yup prayer works=I never understand it=I just do it=and say, Thank you Lord!

[texanne]

LLL: So glad your husband will not lose his finger. I wish him all the best in his recovery process. Make sure he gets a surgeon that specializes in that. My son had reconstructive surgery on his hand after an accident. The surgeon was a brillaint, small oriental man who performed miracles on people'e hands, etc. I had another doctor tell me that it was like watching a majician do micro surgery.

Grins: I had to smile at you describing yourself as barefoot. I would actually like to be brave enough to go barefoot, but I have phobias now about injuring my feet. Even my sandals have to be semi-closed......and forget flip flops, etc. I will dispatch a large snake without blinking an eye, but barefoot.....no more.

[Grins]

LOL=as soon as I am inside=bare feet fer me=
snakes!
I hot foot it away>>>>>>>>>>>
bein in the city and an apt bldg is great=up on the 7th floor we don't even get flies=2 ladybugs last year visited tho=

[Grins]

Good Friday morning, Everyone.

Good luck, Amy. You'll do it!

Just read the good news that the finger will be saved, LLL. They can do wonders it seems.

I always enjoyed your shot the mc story, Pat. Hilarious! Hope you share it again for those who haven't heard it.

Be good, Y'all. If you know how. Heh hehIs there an adult ed class on being good? Hope so=then I can cut it and be double bad ..... heehee ,,,,,,, :nonono:

that's about it on bein bad~ my motto is
Make love
not warts

[AmyE]

Barefoot Grins says Howdy
Packy Texanne Roamer Ali=we been busy today!
Amy Luv Bayou Lass and all

Gramma=much appreciate the info on the
VJ Day pic=it was drivin me nuts!

AMY=oh I hope your sweet daughter wins=in that dress too=what a memory!

Thank you Grins....looking forward to the event to come. I am looking for a vehicle for her to ride in the parade right now. I maybe ending up with my step sons new pick up truck, placing hay in the back with blankets for her to sit on. And decorations for the vehicle, signs which I will make myself out of posterboard, glue, and glitter...with Lexi's help, of course. :grin:

[AmyE]

Good Friday morning, Everyone.

Good luck, Amy. You'll do it!

Just read the good news that the finger will be saved, LLL. They can do wonders it seems.

I always enjoyed your shot the mc story, Pat. Hilarious! Hope you share it again for those who haven't heard it.

Be good, Y'all. If you know how. Heh heh

Thank you packy.

Good? Whats that again? :innocent1: :s1gyahoo:

[Orchid Corsage]

For the man who has everything.

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=2779

=cool eh, Guys?

Morning Grins and Ya'all! :mornincoffee:

Ahh Grins, John Wayne, loved him! That looks so familiar to me, either my fil had the picture or maybe the clock. I remember when being very young lol as a family we went to the movies (called a show then) to see, The High and the Mighty! I think that was one of very few we ever went as a family.

Nanabillie so sorry to hear about the passing of your father, my condolances to you dear Nanabillie.

LLL also good news to hear your DH will not lose his finger. What a blessing!

PatC, sounds like you are busy! Also the car and bullet was my favorite KC story too! You are a nut! A lots of fun nut too!

Ali love to read what healthy food you find. I eat a lot of yogurt but never had the pretzels with yogurt. I need to slow down when shopping and see what I am missing. (I look like the Road Runner in the grocery store.) I do eat a lot of plain yogurt and wish there was a way to keep the water from settling out. It is always stir stir stir!

AmyE, good luck to your daughter and your all of your efforts. The dress looked darling.

Texanne, rest up to get ready for the little ones! How much fun you will have tho. I have to wait till July for our little ones to visit here. I am so anxious to see them. LOL they come and pick all the flowers!

Well didn't get to sleep until about 5, so my brain is kinda dead, but more reading to do to play catch=up! :INhouseReading04:

Oh had an e-mail, Spector sentencing today! I wish it would be carried live, but no chance of that, I guess.

[Alibar]

Thank you Grins....looking forward to the event to come. I am looking for a vehicle for her to ride in the parade right now. I maybe ending up with my step sons new pick up truck, placing hay in the back with blankets for her to sit on. And decorations for the vehicle, signs which I will make myself out of posterboard, glue, and glitter...with Lexi's help, of course. :grin:

Amy, in making posters and signs, use a ruler to make guidelines for the words. The sign will look 100% better. The pickup idea sounds great!

[Grins]

Thank you Grins....looking forward to the event to come. I am looking for a vehicle for her to ride in the parade right now. I maybe ending up with my step sons new pick up truck, placing hay in the back with blankets for her to sit on. And decorations for the vehicle, signs which I will make myself out of posterboard, glue, and glitter...with Lexi's help, of course. :grin:What is the nature of the parade? A holiday or local celebration?
What else is planned?
Oboy=to be the center of attention in a parade! She will be thrilled=you will show her how to wave majestically to her fans of course...Alexis will be beautiful in that dress and a flower in her hair~dp you know a member of a car club with a snazzy old Caddy convertible??
Like this?
[wish I had it back]
=that is not I stealing from my trunk==

1965 Cadillac DeVille Convertible

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=298&pictureid=2860

[Orchid Corsage]

LOL=as soon as I am inside=bare feet fer me=
snakes!
I hot foot it away>>>>>>>>>>>
bein in the city and an apt bldg is great=up on the 7th floor we don't even get flies=2 ladybugs last year visited tho=

Grins, now you know I can't stand to read about snakes! :45024: I am still using babydolls to ward away the birds from crapping on my front porch, so NO snakeys for me!

All 2 LadyBugs? LOL I'll send you some! One year we billions of them hit the back of the house, they got in and were everywhere, for ever it seemed. Always a few appearing somewhere.

I have at least 20 pair of slipper! :0t31:

[Alibar]

OC, I am always on the lookout for different foods. The banana slices and yogurt pretzels are not displayed easy to find. Get so tired of the same ole menu. Have sometimes said I'd like to go to a grocery store with everything on the shelves food I've never heard of so I could have it. NOT talking about bugs and items in some Asian markets. LOL I don't mean different in a pukey sort of way. haha

My daughter didn't want to experiment with food when she was growing up, whereas, my son did. Nicely enough, her husband likes different things and she has learned to do that and enjoy it.

One thing her mate and I agreed on, though. At a Vietnam restaurant in OKCity, I talked him into ordering goat. It arrived at the table in a large pile on a platter. Turns out it had been chopped up WITH bones. AARrrggghH! He took a few bites as did I and the rest was pushed to the side. I felt like I was eating a cute little dog. wuf!

[Grins]

or
my 1961 Cadillac DeVille Convertible

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=298&pictureid=2859

[texanne]

Girls do not usually want to experiement with food as much as boys do. My son used to eat dog bisciuts in front of them to gross them out....would go on about how yummy it was and offer them a bite.

[AmyE]

Grins- It is a local event, called "Frontier Days". We have it once a year. It starts June 11th with gospel singing, June 12 is parade and fun games for kids, and June 13 is drawings, give aways, and crowing ceremony.

The parade will include all of love county fire, police, and ambulance services, car clubs, queen contestants, bicycle riders, gunfighters, horses, race cars, etc...

Games include turtle races, egg races, etc...

My granny does know a man who owns older cars but we have yet to be able to get ahold of him. Would love to have an old caddy like that. Just beautiful!

[AmyE]

Amy, in making posters and signs, use a ruler to make guidelines for the words. The sign will look 100% better. The pickup idea sounds great!

Thank you for the info.

[texanne]

I always wanted a Cadillac, Grins....especially when I was younger. When I was a teenager, one of the boys had a cadillac convertible. Let's just say that he was not very pretty. He would take my friends and I for rides in it....top down around town, waving at people. I am a little ashamed to admit that we would take turns on who had to sit next to him. The arguement was..."no way, I sat by him last time....it's your turn!". I can't believe I was that shallow.

[Grins]

Orchid=I try diff foods=get "side dishes" of rice & noodles
store brand or Knorr's and for beef buy some deli beef and mix; baked ham with the chicken types; makes a quick and tasty meal cheap as sides are often on sale.
Make veggie too with it for bigger meal.

Put peanut butter in fridge and give a kid a tablespoon full cold=different taste and cool treat to nibble on=crackers with mebbe=

[AmyE]

Thank you OC and to everyone else who I may have missed.

[KYGramma]

OC, I am always on the lookout for different foods. The banana slices and yogurt pretzels are not displayed easy to find. Get so tired of the same ole menu. Have sometimes said I'd like to go to a grocery store with everything on the shelves food I've never heard of so I could have it. NOT talking about bugs and items in some Asian markets. LOL I don't mean different in a pukey sort of way. haha

My daughter didn't want to experiment with food when she was growing up, whereas, my son did. Nicely enough, her husband likes different things and she has learned to do that and enjoy it.

One thing her mate and I agreed on, though. At a Vietnam restaurant in OKCity, I talked him into ordering goat. It arrived at the table in a large pile on a platter. Turns out it had been chopped up WITH bones. AARrrggghH! He took a few bites as did I and the rest was pushed to the side. I felt like I was eating a cute little dog. wuf! :doh::a1chic::puke:

[Grins]

I always wanted a Cadillac, Grins....especially when I was younger. When I was a teenager, one of the boys had a cadillac convertible. Let's just say that he was not very pretty. He would take my friends and I for rides in it....top down around town, waving at people. I am a little ashamed to admit that we would take turns on who had to sit next to him. The arguement was..."no way, I sat by him last time....it's your turn!". I can't believe I was that shallow.LOL ah yes a Caddy does strange things=I did it always this way:
when the Caddy model was 2 or 3 years old I would buy one in good shape with few miles and save a huge amount of money.
Still do=one I have now is a look-like convertible Cadillac DeVille, 1999, and has only 49,00 miles!

Like this:
http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=202&pictureid=2861

[KYGramma]

LOL ah yes a Caddy does strange things=I did it always this way:
when the Caddy model was 2 or 3 years old I would buy one in good shape with few miles and save a huge amount of money.
Still do=one I have now is a look-like convertible Cadillac DeVille, 1999, and has only 49,00 miles!

Like this:
http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=202&pictureid=2861

That sure is purty:tender:

[Grins]

Frontier Days sounds perfect Amy. Fun things for all to do so is a whole family affair. Parades instill pride in our Country and all who serve=police, fire military, service organizations, 4H and all=

[Grins]

That sure is purty:tender:My Dad called it "six rooms and a bath."

[texanne]

Beee-yoooo-tee-ful car, Grins! What exact color is that?

[Grins]

News Bulletin!!!!!!
Pauli announces:

New HFTM Store Is Now Open!!

WoooooHoooooo :love0081: ,,,,,,, :hifive: ,,,,,, :0012: ,,,,,, :love0085: ,,,,,,,,, :howdy: ,,,,, ,,,>>>>>>>>>,,,,:a1chic:
>>>>>>
We have gone through a big change in our store. Some items have been added, I am in the process of still adding more. It will take me a week or so to get it where we want it to be. Go in, check it out.. tell us what you think. I still have a few headers on some of the pages to change out to the new logo...

I don't have our logo shirts added yet, I designed a new logo to go with the logo on the top of the board.. plus a couple of others. I will have them loaded by the end of this week.

See something we should have but don't... let me know and I will try to get it in there.

This is going to be a continuing project and will have new things added weekly. I am working with a company right now that I will be adding their line of shirts at a good discount.. and we will still be able to make a bit of a profit to be able to help family members of missing persons out when they need it and still be able to offer them at a low price.

There is a permanent link on the side of the front page..

http://hftm-store.com
see
more info like kids' sports teams logos and post here http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/showthread.php?p=605816#post605816

[Bayou Lass]

OC, I am always on the lookout for different foods. The banana slices and yogurt pretzels are not displayed easy to find. Get so tired of the same ole menu. Have sometimes said I'd like to go to a grocery store with everything on the shelves food I've never heard of so I could have it. NOT talking about bugs and items in some Asian markets. LOL I don't mean different in a pukey sort of way. haha

My daughter didn't want to experiment with food when she was growing up, whereas, my son did. Nicely enough, her husband likes different things and she has learned to do that and enjoy it.

One thing her mate and I agreed on, though. At a Vietnam restaurant in OKCity, I talked him into ordering goat. It arrived at the table in a large pile on a platter. Turns out it had been chopped up WITH bones. AARrrggghH! He took a few bites as did I and the rest was pushed to the side. I felt like I was eating a cute little dog. wuf!

You probably were!!!!!:francis:

[Grins]

see
.........us guys do not talk about the yucky stuff
``````` = we talk about
~~~~~~~
......................... Relationships!!

``````
http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=202&pictureid=2066

"You never dance with me any more."

[Grins]

:45024: I'm STILL looking for the dehydrated banana slices!!! :0001:

I DID have a similar experience at the liquor store the other day though. The finally had some spearmint schnapps.... they only had three bottles and I've been checking every time I go in for my lotto ticket, so I bought two. I should be set till Christmas.
What works for me is:
see the manager and order what you want and encourage larger supply and better shelf position. Better yet take a written list of suggestions along with other sales promotion ideas and add compliments on the store as is=

[KYGramma]

What works for me is:
see the manager and order what you want and encourage larger supply and better shelf position. Better yet take a written list of suggestions along with other sales promotion ideas and add compliments on the store as is=

Okay, the only way I can add an attachment is if I do it as a quote so....:

Hey all Check this out....let me know if you cant open it.

[KYGramma]

Okay, the only way I can add an attachment is if I do it as a quote so....:

Hey all Check this out....let me know if you cant open it.

Okay, I nee dhelp. I have something I want to share and it is a PPS file....how do I attach it? Or can I e-mail it to someone and they just fo it please?

[KYGramma]

Okay, I nee dhelp. I have something I want to share and it is a PPS file....how do I attach it? Or can I e-mail it to someone and they just fo it please?

nevermind, just found out it is a hoax...:z0tdntknw: Hate when that happens....:0009:

[Alibar]

Thank you OC and to everyone else who I may have missed.

Amy, are you entering the crowing contest? heheheheheheheheh (teasing of course!)

[PatC]

Amy, are you entering the crowing contest? heheheheheheheheh (teasing of course!)

You know, I noticed that but,..... it IS in Oklahoma and it IS a Frontier Days event....


:hide:

Wow. You guys have been busy. It was page 13 when I left earlier... PatC has some reading to do... probably won't get it done right now. I'm just taking a short break from chopping veggies for the crab meat and macaroni salad.

:INhouseReading04:

[Alibar]

Hmm... I'm still thinking about that little dog I ate................ .................. .................... ................. ............. doxie? chihuahua?


Great Pyrenees? ..................

[Alibar]

A seriously bad habit my brother has had for years is I will make a statement and next thing I know, he will explain to me what I am talking about. It is infuriating. I sometimes wonder if people who do that are truly oblivious or do they simply not care, so long as they speak and apparently think what they say on the subject is better, which, isn't likely to be true.

[PatC]

A seriously bad habit my brother has had for years is I will make a statement and next thing I know, he will explain to me what I am talking about. It is infuriating. I sometimes wonder if people who do that are truly oblivious or do they simply not care, so long as they speak and apparently think what they say on the subject is better, which, isn't likely to be true.

He sounds like someone whose greatest joy is the sound of his own voice.

BTW, back in the mid-late 70s the area known as New Orleans East, where I lived at the time, began being populated with Vietnamese families. Now I have nothing against them and got along with every one I met. There WAS however some resistance.

Several oriental food restaurants opened up and a group of co-workers and I used to go to one or the other of them every Friday for lunch. There had been so much made of their custom of considering dogs a food source that I could never bring myself to order anything other than a shrimp dish... I could tell for sure what was in it by looking. :0t31:

[Alibar]

He is definitely in that category of people. He once wanted me to go for a drive with him and told me I didn't need to say a word. Well, he never shut up. (At that time we were both visiting our parents.)

[AmyE]

Amy, are you entering the crowing contest? heheheheheheheheh (teasing of course!)

Yodeling contest maybe... lol.

[Alibar]

Yodeling contest maybe... lol.

Amy, your presence in the klatch is so enjoyable! I appreciate you so very much. )))))))

[Orchid Corsage]

Hmm... I'm still thinking about that little dog I ate................ .................. .................... ................. ............. doxie? chihuahua?


Great Pyrenees? ..................

Didn't leave my mind either! :duh: :s1gyahoo:

[PatC]

AmyE said: "Yodeling contest maybe... lol."

I can't really laugh at that... my grandmother used to yodel... and she was good too! I agree with Ali, Amy I just love the fact that you're here and sharing your experiences with us... but I include Ali in that too. I enjoy BOTH of you... Okies to the core. Love you. :kissyface4:

Orchid Corsage said "Didn't leave my mind either! :duh: :s1gyahoo: :67302: That is a mental image it's hard to ignore isn't it. OK, I promise not to tell some of the things about New Orleans East back then... like the one place that was closed down for serving....

[Louise]

Evening everyone. :smile:

[Alibar]

Didn't leave my mind either! :duh: :s1gyahoo:

Bayou didn't help the vision either by agreeing wit me! :021: :cray:

[Orchid Corsage]

for serving......? come on out with it! :0t31:

PatC, by the way I was watching 'Looozy anna Downs' horseracing today!

I actually won a few races, but no money, I was pretending. :rolleyes:

[Orchid Corsage]

Evening everyone. :smile:

Hi Louise! :friends3: Hope all is well with you and yours!

I am getting ready for some sleep and the place is coming alive! :bump:

[Louise]

Hi Louise! :friends3: Hope all is well with you and yours!

I am getting ready for some sleep and the place is coming alive! :bump:

Not bad thanks, OC. Sleep well. :love0085:

[Alibar]

OC, I hope you are well very soon. )))))

Hi, Louise!

[Louise]

OC, I hope you are well very soon. )))))

Hi, Louise!

Hi Ali :smile: I haven't been around much for a few days apart from reading a bit of stuff as Sandy cough got worse again a couple of days ago almost like it was before we found out what her problem was a few weeks ago and I wasn't getting to sleep until around 4am both days. It has been really humid due to it raining so I think that has affected her a lot, it is better this evening so will probably sleep better tonight. She started the medication tonight that the vet recommended so we are hoping it will ease the problem a bit. She seems better than this time last night and the night before, thankfully.

[PatC]

Louise, Orchid Corsage, Louise, Ali ... good night you night owls. Been a busy day for DH and me. Just heard for sure that my granddaughter, the twins and there mother will be here tomorrow. I'm glad.... since I made the crab salad specially for her. :grin: (her=their mother)

I doubt I'll be here tomorrow unless I have time to say good morning but you guys have a good day without me.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g258/PatC_pics/smilies/offtobed.gif

[Louise]

Louise, Orchid Corsage, Louise, Ali ... good night you night owls. Been a busy day for DH and me. Just heard for sure that my granddaughter, the twins and there mother will be here tomorrow. I'm glad.... since I made the crab salad specially for her. :grin: (her=their mother)

I doubt I'll be here tomorrow unless I have time to say good morning but you guys have a good day without me.

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g258/PatC_pics/smilies/offtobed.gif

Good night Pat, have a great day tomorrow with your family. :love0085:

[Alibar]

Good night Pat, have a great day tomorrow with your family. :love0085:

Louise, I'm glad Sandy is better tonight.

Pat, I'll be driving over to family tomorrow. I've thought the dance recital was to be tomorrow night, but, it's 12:30, so much earlier. I told my daughter I'm so glad someone thought to tell me. )))))))

[AmyE]

Amy, your presence in the klatch is so enjoyable! I appreciate you so very much. )))))))

You too my friend...

AmyE said: "Yodeling contest maybe... lol."

I can't really laugh at that... my grandmother used to yodel... and she was good too! I agree with Ali, Amy I just love the fact that you're here and sharing your experiences with us... but I include Ali in that too. I enjoy BOTH of you... Okies to the core. Love you. :kissyface4:

I really sound like a sick cow, but my grandmother on the other hand is great.

I enjoy BOTH of you as well. This is my home away from home. :grin:

[Louise]

Louise, I'm glad Sandy is better tonight.

Pat, I'll be driving over to family tomorrow. I've thought the dance recital was to be tomorrow night, but, it's 12:30, so much earlier. I told my daughter I'm so glad someone thought to tell me. )))))))
Thanks Ali. :smile:

[Orchid Corsage]

Ali, thank you so much, I am working on it! I was doing so great until this happened. It has to get better! Also Ali, glad you found out too! Have a great day tomorrow!

Louise, so so sorry to hear Sandy has been having some more coughing. It has to tear your heart out. I am praying for her and hoping the meds keep working. Try to get some rest Louise.

PatC, that is TERRIFIC the twins will be there tomorrow! ENJOY!

Goodnight Irene! :love0085:

ps, make sure you read the latest entry in Sprocket's blog. :thud2:

[Louise]

Ali, thank you so much, I am working on it! I was doing so great until this happened. It has to get better! Also Ali, glad you found out too! Have a great day tomorrow!

Louise, so so sorry to hear Sandy has been having some more coughing. It has to tear your heart out. I am praying for her and hoping the meds keep working. Try to get some rest Louise.

PatC, that is TERRIFIC the twins will be there tomorrow! ENJOY!

Goodnight Irene! :love0085:

ps, make sure you read the latest entry in Sprocket's blog. :thud2:

Thanks OC. It is a real concern but I think she will be okay! This new medication she is on can make her drowsy at times as well as possibly an upset stomach so will have to keep an eye on that. Goodnight everyone. :love0085:

[Louise]

Thanks OC. It is a real concern but I think she will be okay! This new medication she is on can make her drowsy at times as well as possibly an upset stomach so will have to keep an eye on that. Goodnight everyone. :love0085:

Forgot to add that we have 2 weeks worth of it to see if it helps and if not then we will discontinue it after the vet has seen her again. We are hoping that it will work for her sake. Now I am really going to bed! lol

[annalyzer]

Me too. http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g258/PatC_pics/smilies/offtobed.gif

[Grins]

~~~~~~sweeping up
sweeep sweeep brusha brusha brusha
cool evening breeze
makea me sneeze
oho what do I sees? An envelope=addressed to Charles Brown
flap open where is the message? ...here upon my shampooed floor I see a ,,,,,,
Valentine!!
shall I peek inside=.....really shouldn't but what if it is
`````a coded message from the enemy!
ok then

"Dear Mr Brown,
"I like you with all my heart.

Your Secret Admirer,
The Little Red-Haired Girl."

WaaaaaaHoooooo! I knew it!!
*seals and mails card*
__________________

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=185&pictureid=2869

"I just know my Valentine
from the little red-haired girl
is on the way.
Love requires patience and faith."

[Grins]

Something Beautiful
to start your day~

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=2870

Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone National Park

http://www.anntorrence.com/blog/2007/09/canary-springs-yellowstone-np.html

[Grins]

`````````````````

Song Title

Hugh has a ewe of a hue like you.


love yinz, Grins

``````````````

[Grins]

Space
is filled with beauty~

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=298&pictureid=2871

[Grins]

Remember
to wish a happy birthday to our friend
Gabby
at
http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/showthread.php?p=607100#post607100

[packy]

Mornin, All

Beautiful pictures as usual, Grins.

We're gonna miss Pat today I think. Wish we could get some of her crab salad. Yummy!

Heard talk about yodeling back in the thread -- I love to listen to yodelers. And whistlers too. When we lived in the city back in the day we had a guy who came past the house whistling every evening about the same time. So nice!

Hope this medicine doesn't upset Sandy's stomach too much, Louise.

Ali, my BIL does that. Every statement I make he finishes it. Can't get a word in edgewise. Hahaaa. I react and cuss him out and he thinks it funny and then does it even more. I think he's doing it on purpose to get a rise out me and it works.

[Alibar]

morning, y'all...

Love the Charlie Browns, Grins, and the pix.

Packy, you're right. Plus, never in the history of his life has he ever finished my sentence with what I intended to say. Sometimes I think he thinks his aim in life is to correct the world. How dare he presume to think he is smart enough to correct anyone when he needs to just take care of himself. Of course, this trait is not exclusive to him. I have a cousin who does the same. It's so obnoxious.

[Grins]

Hey Ali and Packster!!
Laughing at the picture in my head of you two doing this:
=as soon as he starts to finish your sentemce of tell you what you meant
say real loud and continuously
LALALALALALALALALALALALALALALALALALALALALALA
........... until he stops!

9999999(((((((((( :s1gyahoo: ))))))))))) 000000000

[texanne]

Good morning, Klatchers! Sunny bright morning here. Grins....still running that song title through my noggin...LOL. The children around here are waking up to their first day of summer vacation from school. I only have one boy here today....the other went to spend a few days with his mom.
Packy: We had a whistler too when I was a small child. All the children in the neighborhood would hear him coming, and whisper.."here comes the whistler". I remember his whistling was beautiful....but there was something scary about him. So, when I hear whistling...I have a mixed reaction to this day.

I hope everyone enjoys a great summer. Mine is starting off a little rough...story some time later.

[Grins]

.......then explain
you know I love you
but
when you do that ~

here is how I feel:
________________________________
________________________.

[Grins]

Texanne=there was a scary radio program on radio called the Whistler=was very good too=I got again at the library Old Time Radio=it was still scary to hear =I was lying down in the dark and I was right back as a kid doing just that.

=glad you all like the pics and fun stuff. It is fun for me.

Is there anything any of you would like to see
in the Something Beautiful segment?
PM or post it and I will do my best to find it.

[Alibar]

Hey Ali and Packster!!
Laughing at the picture in my head of you two doing this:
=as soon as he starts to finish your sentemce of tell you what you meant
say real loud and continuously
LALALALALALALALALALALALALALALALALALALALALALA
........... until he stops!

9999999(((((((((( :s1gyahoo: ))))))))))) 000000000

I usta do that with my ex! He would just about have apoplexy! hehe

[texanne]

OR.....get perfectly still, stare at them without responding to what they are saying till they hush, then say..."if you are through, sweetie....what I really was saying was..(whatever).

[Alibar]

Getting ready to go get ready to head easterly for the dance recital soon after noon.

So far as responses go, I think I've already used any that anyone could think of. )))))

[texanne]

Grins: I have some faint memory of a radio show called "The Whistler". Maybe that is where we got the idea that he was scary. I also remember staring out a front window at our whistler standing under the street light on the corner across from our house just after dark. Jeez...there you go jogging memories again. I used to go to my older sister to straighten out old memories of when we were small, but she is gone now. I wonder what she could tell me about the whistler.

We are supposed to get our boat back for the first time since Hurricane Ike. It was in the shop when the storm hit. A lot of their boatyard and shops were badly damaged. It took them a long time, and then they were dealing with backlog. We told them to go ahead and work on the boats of people who fished during the winter. My daugters love that boat. I will go offshore a couple of times this summer...but am not too fond spending hours at a time on a boat. As a matter of fact, my favorite part is returning home with the dolphins playing in front of the boat. Now you know why I have a dull avatar.

[Louise]

Mornin, All

Beautiful pictures as usual, Grins.

We're gonna miss Pat today I think. Wish we could get some of her crab salad. Yummy!

Heard talk about yodeling back in the thread -- I love to listen to yodelers. And whistlers too. When we lived in the city back in the day we had a guy who came past the house whistling every evening about the same time. So nice!

Hope this medicine doesn't upset Sandy's stomach too much, Louise.

Ali, my BIL does that. Every statement I make he finishes it. Can't get a word in edgewise. Hahaaa. I react and cuss him out and he thinks it funny and then does it even more. I think he's doing it on purpose to get a rise out me and it works.

Morning Packy & everyone. She had a very upset stomach early this morning but it seems to have settled down a bit now. Thanks for asking. :smile: Will be here on and off during the day depending on how Sandy is. She has been through a lot lately, poor little dog.

[texanne]

Louise, I hope your doggie improves. When they are sick, it is so hard because they cannot tell you anything....just depend on your to help them. And that always makes me feel helpless.

[Orchid Corsage]

Good Morning Grins, Ali, texanne, Louise, & Packy!

It is going to be a beautiful day here at the ole homestead! WC was just going on about wonderful conditions for hiking today in PA. Well my hike will be the grocery store. lol

I was on the porch looking for some hummingbirds. They seem to be late this year or maybe they don't like my food. Once in awhile one comes along, but not like last year. Last year we had one we named 'Grumpy', he thought he was the boss and would chase the others away. There was only one other hummer he would allow to share the feeder. Maybe she was his mate. He would sit on top of the pole and she would come out of the bush and he was fine with her using the feeder. I would know him if he came back as he was, short, very stalky and also appeared kind of older than the rest.

I found a cute pic, note a good line for his is "don't stand under the feeder"!

http://condaily.com/consworld/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/_mg_6582.jpg

Grins thanky for the morning pictures, very nice!

Ali have a good time today!

texanne, you brought back a memory long buried in my mind, my grandfather use to sing and whistle when he drove his car. My that was eons ago.

Louise, hope today is a good day for Sandy!

[Louise]

Thanks Texanne & OC. She appears to be feeling a bit better now as she ate a little bit of her food that we put out for his earlier this morning. Hopefully, she will continue to improve as the day goes by. Have a good day you two! :love0085:

[texanne]

OC...the bird pic was funny. I was studying the birds, and did not notice the other....well....for a few moments. LOL I used to water flower beds with a hose till we got the sprinkler system installed. Hummingbirds would dart through the water on hot days.

[Roamer]

My hummers are finally coming back. I saw the scout yesterday, so filled up my feeders. I love watching those little guys.

[texanne]

I was out early this a.m. throwing dog toys at the squirrels on my bird feeders. They are incorrigible and keep coming back, even though I put sunflower seeds under another tree for them.

[Louise]

My hummers are finally coming back. I saw the scout yesterday, so filled up my feeders. I love watching those little guys.

Hi Roamy. :11_2_104:

They are wonderful to watch, very graceful birds.

[Tam5115]

Louise, I sure hope Sandy is doing better. Poor little doggy. It's so hard to see them sick.

I was in the middle of a huge catfight the other night. Doof just stood up on his back legs to look up on the couch and for God knows what reason, Sebastian just flew at him. They went at it right at my feet with fur flying! I'm yelling but the fight just continued on and on. They went clear around the living room. I got a spray bottle and tried spraying Sebastian but it didn't work. Poor Doof was traumatized for hours! Jeff told me I should have grabbed Sebastian but I asked him if he'd done lost his mind! Everyone knows you do not walk into a catfight unless you want yourself shredded.

[annalyzer]

Louise, I sure hope Sandy is doing better. Poor little doggy. It's so hard to see them sick.

I was in the middle of a huge catfight the other night. Doof just stood up on his back legs to look up on the couch and for God knows what reason, Sebastian just flew at him. They went at it right at my feet with fur flying! I'm yelling but the fight just continued on and on. They went clear around the living room. I got a spray bottle and tried spraying Sebastian but it didn't work. Poor Doof was traumatized for hours! Jeff told me I should have grabbed Sebastian but I asked him if he'd done lost his mind! Everyone knows you do not walk into a catfight unless you want yourself shredded.


Doof is a cat too? The reason I ask is because of the way you described him standing on his back legs to look up on the couch.

[Tam5115]

Doof is a cat too? The reason I ask is because of the way you described him standing on his back legs to look up on the couch.

Yeppers. Doof is a seal bi color Ragdoll and he'll be 17 in August. Poor little guy is really slowing down now. Jumping up is getting difficult for him now, but he was always kind of like that. I can remember him standing on his back legs digging through a box for this curly cord he LOVED. He looked just like a little fur person.

[Roamer]

I hate it when my babies are sick. They can't tell me what's wrong.

Hope Sandy is feeling better, Louise. And tell Sebastian to quit picking on Doof, Tam. Us old people can't take too much of that stuff, LOL.

[Louise]

Thanks Tam & Roamy, when she wasn't feeling well she didn't want me to pat her or anything. Am hoping that it doesn't happen agan tonight for her sake.

[nanabillie]

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Chuck's First Crush


Charlie is in love with 'the little red-headed girl', the very one he fancied in 'Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown'. But he's not got the courage to talk to her and frequently makes a laughing stock of himself with every attempt. Plus, everybody is making fun of him and Snoopy is not lending a sympathetic ear, as usual.
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The emotional turmoil Charlie suffers is alarmingly true. Everybody remembers their first crush and how awkward it made them feel. It's little touches of reality like this in the far-fetched but wonderful world of Peanuts that make it so timeless
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[Alibar]

Bacccccccccccccccck from the recital and visiting... Am listening to a fabulous concert on PBS. Homage to Johnny Lee Wills and others of his caliber. The best of the best fiddlers.

I heard about Bob Wills in my late teens, but, never got to see him in person. His brother, Johnny Lee... many many years later, I stood with others in front of the fellows as they played. The scars of life on Johnny Lee's face are still in my mind. It seemed to me he must have been everywhere and seen everything to have the look he had. (Please don't anyone explain it to me... LOL)

My first husband and the father of my children was crazy about Bob Wills, who played in Ardmore OK, now and then, before he headed for Los Angeles. When we were dating he wouldn't take me to see him because he said it wasn't a good place to take a girl. I thought when we got married I could go. Well, no. It was no place to take his wife. He wasn't going either, I might add. haha

In later years, turns out my second husband (in his younger years) played in Bob Wills band. Played mandolin. He didn't stay with the band but a few months, as that's not what he planned doing. I have that mandolin, but, can't play it.

[Alibar]

Last week there was a full rehearsal of the recital, which I'm told went off without a hitch. So today, Isabella announced she thought they'd already HAD the recital. She was ready to play in her costume rather than have it on a hanger to carry to the site. But, she was willing, after having her fill of pizza, to head for the place and go backstage with her mom. The others of us found decent seats in the large auditorium.

Isabella was in two numbers. I'll have pitchers in a few days. She and her family are moving this weekend, so, things are not calm at home. Isabella clearly knew her routines and didn't watch any of the other dancers to see what to do. She knew what to do and did us proud. She caused a laugh when the last number ended, she immediately turned on her heel and trotted off stage all by herself. Other girls were watching a Dora CD back in the dressing room and she didn't want to miss any more of it. LOL

Ahhh, Billie! Hello, Charlie Brown. )))))))

[nanabillie]

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[Alibar]

Billie, in your avatar... are the butterflies over a flower or what?

[Alibar]

Y'all excuse me for monopolizing the klatch tonight. LOL Well, me and Charlie Brown.

Yesterday, when my daughter Gwen was here, she was about to leave. I was barefoot and mentioned how it wouldn't be long before she and I were same height. Her shoes had one inch heels, so she slipped them off and I'm still a little taller. Used to be a lot taller. She is 5' 2". I've shrunk to 5' 3plus". Bending my knees and looking up at her, saying it wouldn't be long before that would happen... she was laughing, saying no no no. So I became Quasimodo, letting my arms swing loosely as I bent over loping around her as I said, "When I get like this you and Donnie can decide what you're going to do with me." She kept laughing, "I'm leaving, Mom... If you ever get like that, I'm still going to leave." So, I kissed her bye. "I'll see ya tomorrow."

[nanabillie]

Billie, in your avatar... are the butterflies over a flower or what?
I really don't know for sure, it looks like Pink water...:shrug1: It was on Photobucket. I was trying to find something new and something that would not clash terribly with the red/orange Nana sig... I'm not very creative at all.

[nanabillie]

Ali, that is how I feel like I look. I sure wish I had tried to have better posture during my formative years. Now I have some curvature and with the gained weight, I hate the way I look.
We have been working at physical therapy trying to strengthen my shoulder muscles but afterward the pain is so bad I can hardly stand it. I don't know if I can keep it up, or if it is even helping. I have to put my tens unit on to block the pain. Maybe I can start making my kids laugh. If I got to see them. Another story, another day.

I know you are so proud of Isabella and I can't wait to see the pics.

[PatC]

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Good Morning Everyone... Didja miss me yesterday???

Yesterday's BBQ came off without a hitch. Two of KC's daughters were here, apparently one of the twins was being a drama queen and stayed home. My other son and his two kids were here as well as both my BILs and FIL. Two of KC's best friends came over too. KC's widow was here and the mother of his daughter.... nope, no tension there, really! They're very good friends.

Along with the crab salad, I grilled chicken and smoked sausage, had hot dogs with all the trimmings including chili, and baked beans... and chips and dips. The kids wore themselves out in the pool so I guess the water wasn't too cold for them... not sure I'm ready for it yet though.

I was pretty worn out by the time every one left... my invitations had said from 1PM till 7PM and that's about what it turned out to be. I did so much enjoy having everyone here... but by 7PM I was ready for everyone to go home. Know what I mean?

The women were so sweet in helping clean up and put away before they left and the kids "policed" the yard so there's not a lot left for today.

We did the "balloon thing", where we have helium balloons, write a message to KC and release it. The younger kids were just more into playing with the balloons but I noticed that the twin who was here had a really lengthy message covering her balloon.

The dogs were totally exhausted after everyone left, came in, claimed their respective 'spots' on doggie beds or couch and crashed. They didn't move till we went back to the bedroom for the night.

I've been up since 2:30AM and I think I'll go back and see if I can get some more sleep. I did catch up on some of the posts... Packy, I saved you a bowl of crab salad but I had to hide it away. The person I made it for especially tore into it pretty good... then I put what little was left in a plastic container for her to take home. :happy0158:

Lots of memories getting triggered lately. Ali -- I remember both Bob and Johnnie Lee Wills. I never saw either of them but IIRC, Bob used to have a radio program broadcast from some hotel in OKC didn't he? The Kleanon(sp?) Ballroom? Good dance music, both of them.

Oh, and whistling... do you know I'd actually forgotten how Daddy used to whistle. He was really good too. When we'd have family get togethers and the music would start. Mama played an acoustic guitar (was there any other kind back then?), Daddy played the fiddle, I had a cousin who hammered on a piano a la Jerry Lee Lewis and sometimes my grandmother was there and had her guitar that she laid flat on her lap and played like a steel guitar. Lots of time as part of their performance Daddy would whistle part of the number. I'd totally forgotten that.

Well.... PatC is toddling off to try to grab another hour or so of sleep. I'll see you guys later and I'll tell you the Motorcycle and the Bullet Holes story.

:kissyface4:

[Grins]

Getting ready to go get ready to head easterly for the dance recital soon after noon.

So far as responses go, I think I've already used any that anyone could think of. )))))Bucket of water?
Good ideas all=we need more~~~~

==welcome home Pat :howdy: we did miss ya but ohhhhhhhhh what a good report on a Day of Celebration of KC! It will be long remembered by all I am sure.

KC smiles~

[Grins]

Enjoying reading all the posts and yet to catch up
but
I shall show

Something Beautiful
to
start your day~

The Spanish Riding School of Vienna

"To see the artistry of the magnificent Lipizzaner stallions and the skill of their riders at their home in the Hofburg Palace is a unique experience and pre-booking for the Spanish Riding School is almost always essential. Gala performances in full costume lasting approximately an hour and 20 minutes take place on selected Saturdays and Sundays at 11 am and occasionally on Fridays at 6 pm..."

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=298&pictureid=2872
~
http://www.austriatravel.co.uk/opera-concerts-balls-riding-schools/the-spanish-riding-school-of-vienna/

[Grins]

Hofburg Palace
Vienna Austria

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=298&pictureid=2873

http://www.diadav.com/travel/czech/index1.htm

[packy]

Morning, All

Some beautiful palace, Grins. Can you imagine getting lost in that joint. lol

I remember Bob Wills. Love his San Antonio Rose and Take me Back to Tulsa. I think I have one of his albums.

Welcome back, Pat. Sounds like a good time was had by all. And I can visualize the balloon launch for KC. Bless his soul.

I'll be right over for my crab salad. Yum!!!

[PatC]

Well, I'm up.... again! Grins, I LOVE the Lipizzaner stallions. I actually got to see them perform a few years ago at the Biloxi Coliseum. Just breath taking.
Packy, I haven't looked in the 'fridge yet. Did you find that crab salad?

Looks like ebberbody else is sleeping in this morning or may they're all at church and will drop in later.

I'll just grab a cuppa cofffee and tell the motorcycle/bullet story so it'll be here for when everyone else comes by.

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[PatC]

As some of you know, we live a little way outside a small town in Mississippi. Well several years ago KC was going to have to be out of town for a while on a job – this is before he was ever married or had children – and he brought his “Pride and Joy” (his motorcycle) to leave at our house while he was gone. He parked it in a prominent spot under my carport and gazed fondly at it as he left. Heaven forbid IT should sit out in the weather and subject it’s shiny new paint job to rain and wind. :kissyface4:

Well, while he was gone I just happened to see some decals. Some very realistic decals that looked EXACTLY like bullet holes. They were realisticly sized – approximately the size hole a .30-30 would leave. So of COURSE I bought them. When I got home I walked out to the road (our house sits back about 150-200 feet from the road), studied the angle the bike was sitting in the carport then walked back to the carport and carefully placed two of decals on the fuel tank of his bike in exact places where they could have hit if someone were shooting from the road and a couple more for good measure.

When KC got back in town he had a ride from the airport to the house and had let me know when to expect him. I saw the car turn in the drive then it stopped short of the house. I watched as KC slowly opened the passenger door and, never taking his eyes off the motorcycle, slowly walked toward it, shoulders slumped in anguish. It’s a measure of the quality of those decals that he had to get within three or four feet before he realized what they were. I knew when he did because his posture immediately straightened and he shouted, ”MOOOOOOM!” and came striding in the house. Naturally I tried to play the innocent but it didn’t work. I still don’t know how he was so sure it was me and not John or one of his friends or his brother. We all got a good laugh and he left the decals on the bike a long time, even adding one to his helmet.

It was a good six months or more later when I came out of the shop where I had just had my nails done (I maintained acrylic nails back then) to find my windshield shattered. In that same shopping center about a year before I had come out to find my right rear quarter panel crushed. I had a spiffy red Ford Mustang 5.0 convertible back then and I loved it. I can’t print here my thoughts as I walked toward my “baby”. . . Yep, you guessed it. . .when I got close enough to see it was a decal I started looking all around the parking lot and sure enough, there he was with that beautiful grin on his face. He didn’t say a word, just waved at me, put his helmet on and roared off on his motorcycle (still bearing the "bullet holes". I laughed all the way home.

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The Shot Up Motorcycle... a couple of years later:

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No, it's not the bike he was riding when he was killed. That was one he had recently finished re-building.

[packy]

Hahaaa. It's even funnier the second time around for me, Pat.

[annalyzer]

Pat, enjoyed reading about your get together yesterday and your shot up motorcycle story. lol :tender:

[Alibar]

Good reading this morning, Pat! Both about your company yesterday and about the bullet hole's story. I would have had to be inches away before realizing they were decals. What great fun!

[littlewheels]

Pat, you sound exactly like my kinda person! We do enjoy remembering the "fun" things! Although, my red '90 5.0 is not a rag top, she is pretty! She's strawberry red, but I like driving my '65 2+2 fire engine red a whole lot better! Have a '97 maroonish red F250 and a strawberry red '99 Expedition. I bet you had no idea red is my favorite color! That's besides the point, I can "hear" your smile when you talk about KC! <hugs>

[Grins]

LOL@PatC & KC stories

oh the planning
the anticipation
the giggles
then

watching the reactions

Laughter at a trick well done
hilarity
at 'gotcha back' tricks!

We get to know KC and you so well
in these dear tales based on
love~

back later

[PatC]

Pat, you sound exactly like my kinda person! We do enjoy remembering the "fun" things! Although, my red '90 5.0 is not a rag top, she is pretty! She's strawberry red, but I like driving my '65 2+2 fire engine red a whole lot better! Have a '97 maroonish red F250 and a strawberry red '99 Expedition. I bet you had no idea red is my favorite color! That's besides the point, I can "hear" your smile when you talk about KC! <hugs>

Twins separated at birth???? Wanna ride in my little red wagon?

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:howdy::s1gyahoo:

[Grins]

The Great Stars Do Good Things~

Harry Connick Jr., Robert Redford, Julia Roberts, Jerry Seinfeld, Joanne Woodward and More Set for Hole in the Wall Camps Benefit
By: Dan Bacalzo · May 29, 2009 · New York

Robert Redford, Julia Roberts, and Joanne Woodward will host a Celebration of Paul Newman's Hole in the Wall Camps, to be held at Lincoln Center's Avery Fisher Hall, June 8 at 7 pm.

The evening will feature performances by Joshua Bell, Harry Connick, Jr., Art Garfunkel, Yo-Yo Ma, Jerry Seinfeld, Take 6, James Taylor, and the Hole in the Wall Campers.

The evening will benefit the Association of Hole in the Wall Camps, which provide services to children with serious and life-threatening medical illnesses. Newman founded the first camp in 1988, and there are now eleven full member camps, three global partnerships, and eight camps in various stages of development around the world.

http://www.theatermania.com/new-york/news/05-2009/harry-connick-jr-robert-redford-julia-roberts-jerr_19375.html

If you are interested in theater on Broadway and around the World, see this site.
http://www.theatermania.com/

[nanabillie]

Grins, you had mentioned the radio show The Whistler. I got to see the Whister movies a couple of months back on TMC. I don't remember them before that.

My Daddy used to whistle and so does my son Jamie. Jamie is so much like my Dad.
I love to hear him whistle, I know he is having a good day. Or at least a better dan than his usual painful ones.

[littlewheels]

Twins separated at birth???? Wanna ride in my little red wagon?

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:howdy::s1gyahoo:

Heck yeah! Only under one condition tho, you steer first! :girl_haha:

[Claudia]

Hello everyone!


Where are the Snickerdoodles? :grin:

[Louise]

Evening everyone. :smile: Sandy is back to her usual self now but we are still going to be calling the vet tomorrow as it took her almost a full 2 days to get over how she was feeling and we can't keep having that happen.

[Alibar]

Louise, so good to know Sandy is so improved. Thanks for letting us know!

[DRJAN]

Hello Fellow Koffee Klatcher Just checking in to see how everyone is doing. I have stopped by and said hello but I guess you didn't see me LOL Hope everyone is well.

[gaallen]

Hello Fellow Koffee Klatcher Just checking in to see how everyone is doing. I have stopped by and said hello but I guess you didn't see me LOL Hope everyone is well.


I'm still new here but I see you.

Hello! :howdy:

[Alibar]

I see you! I see you, DrJ! Also I see you, gaallen! Hello to both of ya!