Musings of a Texas lady....aging gracefully?

Fun and games....

2011-12-17T09:49:00.000-06:00

The Original Round Top Antiques Fair---the show that started it all!

WINTER ANTIQUES SHOW
January 14, 15, 2012
Big Red Barn
9AM to 5PM Saturday
10AM 4PM Sunday
Admission $5 Good for all days.

I have been reading a lot......

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School starts today....

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My great-granddaughter, Zoe, starts 7th grade today. Time flies.....

On Aug. 16, 1977, Elvis Presley died at the age of 42 at his Graceland home.

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Summer ending.....

2011-08-15T13:23:00.001-05:00

Oh, my goodness...where have I been??
Well, I guess a better question would be where have I not been?
Summer is almost over and I am getting back to business.

Christmas fabric....

2011-06-19T07:53:00.002-05:00

Look what I found at Equilter.com....I love this fabric. Does this get you into the Christmas spirit in June, or what?!

Jeff Deaver and James Bond....

2011-06-15T09:45:00.002-05:00

From Shelfawareness:

"Jeffery Deaver told a crowd gathered at the downtown Manhattan restaurant Imperial No. Nine that when the estate of Ian Fleming had asked if he'd be interested in writing an authorized James Bond novel. "I debated all of five seconds," he joked, and soon after got started on Carte Blanche, which Simon & Schuster released in the U.S. this week. The main challenge, he said, in updating Bond for the 21st century was to retain the flair and panache that Fleming gave Bond in the 1950s while making him a believable figure in a more politically correct contemporary setting. In addition, "I had to make the character work in my type of thriller"--plot-driven, where Fleming placed greater emphasis on character, he explained.

What did Deaver make of the mild controversy that's emerged in the U.K. about Bond being handled by an American thriller writer? "It's an author's job to create credible, living, breathing characters," he said. Bond was just another challenge... and it was just as challenging for me to write about Felix Leiter, the American CIA agent." Deaver did plenty of research for the novel, spending months overseas studying the intricacies of the British intelligence network and the nuances between American and British English. "And the book's been out for three weeks there," he noted, "and nobody has caught me in any slip-ups."--Ron Hogan

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I just entered a contest online to win an All-Clad Copper Sauté Pan. To enter the contest, I had to name my favorite kitchen item - well I don't have just one, but the one I use the most is my whisk (all four of them).

http://fix-itandforget-it.com/blog/2011/06/10/were-looking-for-another-winner

What's your favorite kitchen item?

I will watch this any time it is on television....

2011-05-22T14:23:00.001-05:00

My favorite movie!

I am a hat lady....

2011-05-21T09:29:00.003-05:00

Look what I found on Ebay (no, I am not buying it) - I have soooooooooooooo many hats already. But, next time I make a hat, it may be similar to this one.

I love books....

2011-05-19T10:30:00.005-05:00

And magazines are books!

I have quite a few vintage magazines that I prize highly. My oldest one so far is the May, 1888 issue of "The Cottage Hearth". A one-year subscription was $1.50 or 15 cents per issue.

It contains an article by Mary Bartol entitled "The Author of 'Little Women'".

Included is an article "Artful Decoration and Amusement" by A. W. Ombat, which has pictures of a "Frame for Marine Picture' and "Row-Boat Bookshelves". Good design lasts forever.

And the "Latest Styles in Millinery".

Click on the images to enlarge them.

Round Top Fall Festival

2011-05-17T11:10:00.002-05:00

Save the dates: September 23rd through October 1st. Can't wait!
Reserve your room/space now.

Edna's Emporium ....

2011-05-17T10:45:00.004-05:00

My newest venture is selling "stuff" at an antique mall. I moved into a very small space in August of last year and have just recently enlarged the space. I sell glassware (kitchen and decorative), sewing items, kitchenware, books, hats, and other sundry and wonderful items. It's becoming more and more work - but fun. I work four days each month as part payment for the space, and have met many wonderful people.

Round Top Festival - March/April 2011

2011-04-02T21:07:00.002-05:00

My sisters and I went to the Round Top Festival earlier this week ---- did not expect so many wonderful things to look at. We were exhausted after about 6 hours, and had to quit for the day. Did a little exploring the second day, but not much buying. My little Hyundai just does not hold that much. Will have to take a BIG truck next year.
And, of course, I had not taken my camera --- shame on me. But, again I will be better prepared next year.

I'm back....

2011-03-02T15:50:00.002-06:00

I've been gone awhile - trying to keep up with life and work.
But, I've kept up and here I am again.
More news later.

2010....

2009-12-31T13:47:00.002-06:00

I'm ready for something new. Hmmm....let me think.

I "borrowed" this image from another blog - can't remember where. Sorry - would give credit if I could remember.

He's on his way...

2009-12-23T14:27:00.000-06:00

Tuesday...

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"Be careful the environment you choose for it will shape you; be careful the friends you choose for you will become like them." -- William Stone

HOLIDAY TIPS....

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1. Avoid carrot sticks. Anyone who puts carrots on a holiday buffet table knows nothing of the Holiday spirit. In fact, if you see carrots, leave immediately. Go next door, where they're serving rum balls.

2. Drink as much eggnog as you can. And quickly. It's rare.. You cannot find it any other time of year but now. So drink up! Who cares that it has 10,000 calories in every sip? It's not as if you're going to turn into an eggnog-alcoholic or something. It's a treat. Enjoy it. Have one for me. Have two. It's later than you think. It's Christmas!

3. If something comes with gravy, use it. That's the whole point of gravy. Gravy does not stand alone. Pour it on. Make a volcano out of your mashed potatoes. Fill it with gravy. Eat the volcano. Repeat.

4. As for mashed potatoes, always ask if they're made with skim milk or whole milk. If it's skim, pass. Why bother? It's like buying a sports car with an automatic transmission.

5. Do not have a snack before going to a party in an effort to control your eating. The whole point of going to a Holiday party is to eat other people's food for free. Lots of it. Hello?

6. Under no circumstances should you exercise between now and New Year's. You can do that in January when you have nothing else to do. This is the time for long naps, which you'll need after circling the buffet table while carrying a 10-pound plate of food and that vat of eggnog.

7. If you come across something really good at a buffet table, like frosted Christmas cookies in the shape and size of Santa, position yourself near them and don't budge. Have as many as you can before becoming the center of attention. They're like a beautiful pair of shoes. If you leave them behind, you're never going to see them again.

8. Same for pies. Apple, Pumpkin, Mincemeat. Have a slice of each. Or if you don't like mincemeat, have two apples and one pumpkin. Always have three. When else do you get to have more than one dessert? Labor Day?

9. Did someone mention fruitcake? Granted, it's loaded with the mandatory celebratory calories, but avoid it at all cost. I mean, have some standards.

10. One final tip: If you don't feel terrible when you leave the party or get up from the table, you haven't been paying attention. Re-read tips; start over, but hurry, January is just around the corner. Remember this motto to live by:

"Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate and wine in one hand, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WOO HOO what a ride!"

Have a great holiday season!!

It's that time again....

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Two of my treasures....

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My oldest granddaughter and her daughter. Two of the jewels in my crown.

Mermaids and Whales....

2009-08-10T14:50:00.001-05:00

I received this in an email --- and I love it.

Recently, in a large French city, a poster featuring a young, thin and tan woman appeared in the window of a gym.

It said: THIS SUMMER......DO YOU WANT TO BE A MERMAID OR A WHALE?

A middle aged woman, whose physical characteristics did not match those of the woman on the poster, responded publicly to the question posed by the gym.

To Whom It May Concern:

Whales are always surrounded by friends (dolphins, sea lions, curious humans). They have an active sex life, they get pregnant and have adorable baby whales. They have a wonderful time with dolphins stuffing themselves with shrimp. They play and swim in the seas, seeing wonderful places like Patagonia, the Bering Sea and the coral reefs of Polynesia . Whales are wonderful singers and have even recorded CDs. They are incredible creatures and virtually have no predators other than humans. They are loved, protected and admired by almost everyone in the world.

Mermaids don't exist. If they did exist, they would be lining up outside the offices of Argentinean psychoanalysts due to identity crisis. Fish or human? They don't have a sex life because they kill men who get close to them not to mention how could they have sex? Therefore they don't have kids either. Not to mention who wants to get close to a girl who's skin is all scaly and smells like a fish store?

The choice is perfectly clear to me... I want to be a whale.

P.S. We are in an age when media puts into our heads the idea that only skinny people are beautiful, but I prefer to enjoy an ice cream with my grandkids, a good dinner with a man who makes me shiver and a latte with my friends. With time, we gain weight because we accumulate so much information and wisdom in our heads that when there is no more room, it distributes out to the rest of our bodies. So we aren't heavy, we are enormously cultured, educated and happy. Beginning today, when I look at my butt in the mirror I will think, "Good gosh, look how smart I am"!

I'm back......

2009-08-10T11:07:00.002-05:00

Texas - My Texas

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JUST TEXAS

Pep, Texas 79353
Smiley, Texas 78159
Paradise, Texas 76073
Rainbow, Texas 76077
Sweet Home, Texas 77987
Comfort, Texas 78013
Friendship, Texas 76530

Love the Sun?

Sun City , Texas 78628
Sunrise , Texas 76661
Sunset, Texas 76270
Sundown, Texas 79372
Sunray , Texas 79086
Sunny Side , Texas 77423

Want something to eat?

Bacon, Texas 76301
Noodle, Texas 79536
Oatmeal, Texas 78605
Turkey, Texas 79261
Trout , Texas 75789
Sugar Land , Texas 77479
Salty, Texas 76567
Rice , Texas 75155
Pearland , Texas 77581
Orange , Texas 77630

And top it off with:
Sweetwater , Texas 79556

Why travel to other cities? Texas has them all!

Detroit , Texas 75436
Cleveland , Texas 75436
Colorado City , Texas 79512
Denver City , Texas 79323
Klondike , Texas 75448
Nevada , Texas 75173
Memphis , Texas 79245
Miami , Texas 79059
Boston , Texas 75570
Santa Fe , Texas 77517
Tennessee Colony , Texas 75861
Reno , Texas 75462
Pasadena , Texas 77506
Columbus , Texas 78934

Feel like traveling outside the country? Don't bother buying a plane ticket!

Athens , Texas 75751
Canadian, Texas 79014
China , Texas 77613
Egypt , Texas 77436
Ireland , Texas 76538
Italy , Texas 76538
Turkey , Texas 79261
London , Texas 76854
New London , Texas 75682
Paris , Texas 75460
Palestine , Texas 75801

No need to travel to Washington D.C.
Whitehouse , Texas 75791

We even have a city named after our planet!
Earth , Texas 79031

And a city named after our State!
Texas City , Texas 77590

Exhausted?
Energy , Texas 76452

Cold?
Blanket , Texas 76432
Winters, Texas

Like to read about History?
Santa Anna , Texas
Goliad , Texas
Alamo , Texas
Gun Barrel City , Texas
Robert Lee, Texas

Need Office Supplies?
Staples, Texas 78670

Want to go into outer space?
Venus , Texas 76084
Mars , Texas 79062

You guessed it. It's on the state line.
Texline , Texas 79087

For the kids...
Kermit , Texas 79745
Elmo , Texas 75118
Nemo , Texas 76070
Tarzan , Texas 79783
Winnie , Texas 77665
Sylvester , Texas 79560

Other city names in Texas , to make you smile......
Frognot , Texas 75424
Bigfoot , Texas 78005
Hogeye , Texas 75423
Cactus , Texas 79013
Notrees , Texas 79759
Best, Texas 76932
Veribest , Texas 76886
Kickapoo , Texas 75763
Dime Box , Texas 77853
Old Dime Box , Texas 77853
Telephone , Texas 75488
Telegraph , Texas 76883
Whiteface , Texas 79379
Twitty, Texas 79079

And our favorites...
Cut n Shoot, Texas
Gun Barrell City , Texas
Hoop And Holler, Texas
Ding Dong, Texas and, of course,
Muleshoe , Texas

Here is what Jeff Foxworthy has to say about folks from Texas ...

If someone in a Lowe's store offers you assistance and they don't work there, you may live in Texas ;

If you've worn shorts and a parka at the same time, you may live in Texas ;

If you've had a lengthy telephone conversation with someone who dialed a wrong number, you may live in Texas ;

If 'Vacation' means going anywhere south of Dallas for the weekend, you may live in Texas ;

If you measure distance in hours, you may live in Texas ;

If you know several people who have hit a deer more than once, you may live in Texas ;

If you install security lights on your house and garage, but leave both unlocked, you may live in Texas ;

If you carry jumper cables in your car and your wife knows how to use them, you may live in Texas ;

If the speed limit on the highway is 55 mph --you're going 80 and everybody's passing you, you may live in Texas ;

If you find 60 degrees 'a little chilly,' you may live in Texas ;

If you actually understand these jokes, and share them with all your Texas friends, you definitely live in Texas ..

Here are some little known, very interesting facts about Texas .

1. Beaumont to El Paso : 742 miles

2.. Beaumont to Chicago : 770 miles

3... El Paso is closer to California than to Dallas

4. World's first rodeo was in Pecos , July 4, 1883.

5. The Flagship Hotel in Galveston is the only hotel in North America built over water.

6. The Heisman Trophy was named after John William Heisman who was the first full-time coach at Rice University in Houston .

7. Brazoria County has more species of birds than any other area in North America

8. Aransas Wildlife Refuge is the winter home of North America 's only remaining flock of whooping cranes.

9. Jalapeno jelly originated in Lake Jackson in 1978.

10. The worst natural disaster in U.S. history was in 1900, caused by a hurricane, in which over 8,000 lives were lost on Galveston Island .

11. The first word spoken from the moon, July 20,1969, was " Houston ," but the space center was actually in Clear Lake City at the time.

12. King Ranch in South Texas is larger than Rhode Island ..

13. Tropical Storm Claudette brought a U.S. rainfall record of 43 inches in 24 hours in and around Alvin in July of 1979...

14. Texas is the only state to enter the U.S. by TREATY, (known as the Constitution of 1845 by the Republic of Texas to enter the Union ) instead of by annexation. This allows the Texas Flag to fly at the same height as the U.S. Flag, and may divide into 5 states.

15. A Live Oak tree near Fulton is estimated to be 1500 years old.

16. Caddo Lake is the only natural lake in the state.

17. Dr Pepper was invented in Waco in 1885. There is no period in Dr Pepper..

18. Texas has had six capital cities:
Washington -on- the Brazos, Harrisburg , Galveston ,Velasco, West Columbia and Austin ..

19. The Capitol Dome in Austin is the only dome in the U.S. which is taller than the Capitol Building in Washington DC (by 7 feet).

20. The San Jacinto Monument is the tallest free standing monument in the world and it is taller than the Washington monument.

21. The name ' Texas ' comes from the Hasini Indian word 'tejas' meaning friends. Tejas is not Spanish for Texas ..

22. The State Mascot is the Armadillo (an interesting bit of trivia about the armadillo is they always have four babies. They have one egg, which splits into four, and they either have four males or four females.).

23. The first domed stadium in the U.S. was the Astrodome in Houston .

Cowboy's Ten Commandments posted on the wall at Cross Trails Church in Fairlie , Texas :
(1) Just one God.
(2) Honor yer Ma & Pa.
(3) No telling tales or gossipin'.
(4) Git yourself to Sunday meeting.
(5) Put nothin' before God.
(6) No foolin' around with another fellow's gal.
(7) No killin'.
(8) Watch yer mouth.
(9) Don't take what ain't yers.
(10) Don't be hankerin' for yer buddy's stuff.

Y'all git all that?

We should dance....

2009-04-21T11:27:00.001-05:00

Life Is Too Short,
Break The Rules, Forgive Quickly,
Kiss Slowly, Love Truly,
Laugh Uncontrollably,
And Never Regret Anything
That Made You Smile.
Life May Not Be The Party
We Hoped For,
But While We're Here, We Should Dance...

"The World is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page."

Dance......

2009-04-20T10:36:00.000-05:00

"You must be prepared and know the reason why you dance."
--Thomas Yellowtail, CROW
Inside every human being is a need to dance. We dance to music. Have you even wondered why people are moved when they hear an Indian Drum? The drum is the heartbeat of the Mother Earth. Every Indian dance is for a purpose and a reason. Every Song is for a reason. The beat of the drum makes our bodies, minds and spirits join together in harmony. It allows us to connect to Mother Earth and to each other. The dance aligns our minds to think spiritual thoughts. Dancing to the drum is healthy.

Bluebonnets abound....

2009-04-16T11:34:00.003-05:00

Austin - my 7 month old great-grandson and his first bluebonnets...Proud grannie here!

2009-04-06T09:58:00.002-05:00

"May today there be peace within. May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are
born of faith in yourself and others. May you use the gifts that you have
received, and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be
content with yourself just the way you are. Let this knowledge settle into
your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love.
It is there for each and every one of us."

"There is no path to happiness, happiness is the way." - The Buddha

Musical grands.....

2009-03-23T11:40:00.001-05:00

My "musical" grand-daughters - Harmonie and Melodie

Mental Feng Shui

2009-03-06T12:02:00.002-06:00

ONE. Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully.

TWO. Marry a man/woman you love to talk to. As you get older, their
conversational skills will be as important as any other.

THREE. Don't believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you
want.

FOUR. When you say, 'I love you,' mean it.

FIVE. When you say, 'I'm sorry,' look the person in the eye.

SIX. Be engaged at least six months before you get married.

SEVEN. Believe in love at first sight.

EIGHT. Never laugh at anyone's dreams. People who don't have dreams
don't have much.

NINE. Love deeply and passionately. You might get hurt but it's the
only way to live life completely.

TEN.. In disagreements, fight fairly.. No name calling.

ELEVEN. Don't judge people by their relatives.

TWELVE. Talk slowly but think quickly.

THIRTEEN! .. When someone asks you a question you don't want to
answer, smile and ask, 'Why do you want to know?'

FOURTEEN. Remember that great love and great achievements involve
great risk.

FIFTEEN. Say 'bless you' when you hear someone sneeze.

SIXTEEN.. When you lose, don't lose the lesson.

SEVENTEEN. Remember the three R's: Respect for self; Respect for
others; and Responsibility for all your actions.

EIGHTEEN. Don't let a little dispute injure a great friendship.

NINETEEN. When you realize you've made a mistake, take immediate steps
to correct it.

TWENTY. Smile when picking up the phone. The caller will hear it in
your voice.

TWENTY- ONE. Spend some time alone.

Cut-backs....

2009-02-23T10:25:00.002-06:00

No one is immune to the new way our lives are having to be lived now. My changes are minor as compared to others, but still I feel the effects greatly by them. Less money + more hours = cutting way back.
Oh, well, as I said I am more fortunate than many - I at least have a job.
I will be learning to "live small" again. I know --- gripe, gripe, gripe...

Frolic on Fremont - Las Vegas....

2009-02-10T15:21:00.001-06:00

I'm in the middle....so much fun!

Vegas here I come....

2009-01-28T14:14:00.001-06:00

Saturday I am going to Las Vegas --- fun!!!!

National Pie Day??

2009-01-23T14:37:00.002-06:00

Okay, why is it just now I have discovered that there is a National Pie Day? I would have baked a pie!! As if I need a reason.........

From my friend Eloise ....

2009-01-07T15:50:00.000-06:00

'Twas the month after Christmas, and all through the house,
Nothing would fit me, not even a blouse.
The cookies I'd nibbled, the eggnog I'd taste at the holiday parties had gone to my waist.
When I got on the scales there arose such a number!
When I walked to the store(less a walk than a lumber).

I'd remember the marvelous meals I'd prepared;
The gravies and sauces and beef nicely rared,
The bread and the cheese
And the way I'd never said, "No thank you, please."
As I dressed myself in my husband's old shirt
And prepared once again to do battle with dirt---
I said to myself, as only I can
"You can't spend a winter disguised as a man! "
So--away with the last of the sour cream dip,

Get rid of the fruit cake, every cracker and chips
Every last bit of food that I like must be banished
" Till all the additional ounces have vanished.
I won't have a cookie--not even a lick.

I'll want to chew only on a long celery stick.
I won't have hot biscuits, or corn bread, or pie,
I'll munch on a carrot and quietly cry.
I'm hungry, my stomach growls like never before!
But isn't that what January is for?
Unable to giggle, no longer a riot.
Happy New Year to all and to all a good diet! "

Cowboy Code....

2009-01-07T10:48:00.002-06:00

Gene Autry’s Saturday matinee saddle pals wanted to be just like their hero. Gene responded with the Cowboy Code, sometimes known as the Cowboy Commandments. They are as relevant today as they were then.

1. The Cowboy must never shoot first, hit a smaller man, or take unfair advantage.

2. He must never go back on his word, or a trust confided in him.

3. He must always tell the truth.

4. He must be gentle with children, the elderly, and animals.

5. He must not advocate or possess racially or religiously intolerant ideas.

6. He must help people in distress.

7. He must be a good worker.

8. He must keep himself clean in thought, speech, action, and personal habits.

9. He must respect women, parents, and his nation's laws.

10. The Cowboy is a patriot.

© Autry Qualified Interest Trust.

Happy New Year....

2008-12-31T11:53:00.000-06:00

Merry Christmas Eve....

2008-12-24T09:28:00.002-06:00

Alrighty! Christmas is here again, and I am last minute shopping as usual --- what fun!!! I love it!

2008-12-17T12:57:00.001-06:00

From Good Old Days magazine:

The Night Before Christmas has been a favorite of children in the 19th, 20th and now the 21st centuries, providing "visions of sugar-plums" dancing through the heads of youngsters of all ages. It certainly remains the standard bearer for yuletide verse. Here are the words to Moore's classic poem:

'Twas The Night Before Christmas, when all through the house,
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there;
The children were nestled all snug in their beds,
While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads;
And mamma in her 'kerchief, and I in my cap,
Had just settled down for a long winter's nap;
When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter,
I sprang from the bed to see what was the matter.
Away to the window I flew like a flash,
Tore open the shutters and threw up the sash.
The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow,
Gave the lustre of mid-day to objects below,
When, what to my wondering eyes should appear,
But a miniature sleigh, and eight tiny reindeer,
With a little old driver, so lively and quick,
I knew in a moment it must be St. Nick.
More rapid than eagles his coursers they came,
And he whistled, and shouted, and called them by name:
"Now, Dasher! now, Dancer! now, Prancer and Vixen!
On, Comet! on Cupid! on, Donder and Blitzen!
To the top of the porch! to the top of the wall!
Now dash away! dash away! dash away all!"
As dry leaves that before the wild hurricane fly,
When they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky;
So up to the house-top the coursers they flew,
With the sleigh full of toys, and St. Nicholas too.
And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof
The prancing and pawing of each little hoof.
As I drew in my head, and was turning around,
Down the chimney St. Nicholas came with a bound.
He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his foot,
And his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot;
A bundle of toys he had flung on his back,
And he looked like a peddler just opening his pack.
His eyes -- how they twinkled! his dimples how merry!
His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry!
His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow,
And the beard of his chin was as white as the snow;
The stump of a pipe he held tight in his teeth,
And the smoke it encircled his head like a wreath;
He had a broad face and a little round belly,
That shook when he laughed like a bowlful of jelly.
He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old elf,
And I laughed when I saw him, in spite of myself;
A wink of his eye and a twist of his head,
Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread;
He spoke not a word, but went straight to his work,
And filled all the stockings; then turned with a jerk,
And laying his finger aside of his nose,
And giving a nod, up the chimney he rose;
He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle,
And away they all flew like the down of a thistle.
But I heard him exclaim, ere he drove out of sight,
"Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good-night."

Choo, choo.....

2008-12-12T14:54:00.003-06:00

Tomorrow is our "red hat" train ride from Cedar Park to Burnet ....What fun it will be...over 200 ladies riding on this train. Super-fabulous!

Update: It was so much fun! If you ever get a chance to go on this train ride, do so! And take the kids!

It's getting closer....

2008-12-10T15:44:00.001-06:00

and, as usual, I will wait until the last minute. Isn't that part of the fun?!

Walking a rainbow trail....

2008-12-05T12:50:00.001-06:00

"Walk on a rainbow trail; walk on a trail of song, and all about you will be beauty. There is a way out of every dark mist, over a rainbow trail." -- Navajo song

A better place ....

2008-12-01T14:55:00.002-06:00

Come along inside... We'll see if tea and buns can make the world a better place.
—Kenneth Grahame, Wind in the Willows

I'm glad the Thanksgiving holiday is over....now we can buckle down and get ready for the big one -- CHRISTMAS!!

Tomorrow, tomorrow, we'll have pie tomorrow....

2008-11-26T12:32:00.002-06:00

I've been baking for two evenings...almost finished.

It's getting closer.....

2008-11-21T15:37:00.001-06:00

Thanksgiving is near and I am preparing my shopping list for this weekend. Oh, my, I am going to need a u-haul to carry all the groceries home. And two days to cook.

The election is over...let's concentrate on Thanksgiving now

2008-11-05T12:01:00.000-06:00

Crustless Pumpkin Pie
from Coming Home with Gooseberry Patch©

4 eggs, beaten
15-oz. can pumpkin
12-oz. can evaporated milk
1-1/2 c. sugar
2 t. pumpkin pie spice
1 t. salt
18-1/2 oz. pkg. yellow cake mix
1 c. chopped pecans
1 c. butter, melted
Garnish: whipped topping, chopped walnuts,
cinnamon or nutmeg

Combine eggs, pumpkin, evaporated milk, sugar, spice and salt. Mix well and pour into an ungreased 13"x9" baking pan. Sprinkle cake mix and nuts over top. Drizzle with butter; do not stir. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes to one hour, testing for doneness with a toothpick. Serve with whipped topping sprinkled with nuts and cinnamon or nutmeg. Makes 8 to 10 servings.

So very true.......

2008-11-03T11:39:00.001-06:00

During this election year let's be reminded of these words:

* You cannot help the poor, by destroying the rich.

* You cannot strengthen the weak, by weakening the strong.

* You cannot bring about prosperity, by discouraging thrift.

* You cannot lift the wage earner up, by pulling the wage payer down.

* You cannot further the brotherhood of man, by inciting class hatred.

* You cannot build character and courage, by taking away men's initiative and independence.

* You cannot help men permanently, by doing for them what they could and should, do for themselves.

Do you recognize the author?

It was Abraham Lincoln

Very, wise words, written years ago and we still don't get it.....

Happy Halloween!!

2008-10-31T14:15:00.001-05:00

Boo!!

Appropriate quote...

2008-10-15T11:58:00.001-05:00

"If it wasn't for dysfunction, my family wouldn't have any function at all" - Magdelana Yoder from Grape Expectations written by Tamar Myers.

I don't like IKE!!

2008-09-28T16:17:00.000-05:00

After two weeks we are still trying to "get it together" from the devastating effects of that nasty hurricane....We had damage here at my house, but not nearly as bad as some. I'm so grateful. Neighbors are wonderful!

I love red hatting!

2008-09-11T16:26:00.001-05:00

When friends move away....

2008-08-31T09:35:00.000-05:00

I have been so very fortunate to have made some lovely and inspiring friends through my association with the Houston Hat Net (hat lovers/wearers in the Houston TX area).

First, Kate, a milliner/legal secretary who lived in Friendswood (just south of Houston)- I met her in a "ladies room" - we both worked for lawyers on the same floor of a large office building. Kate always wore the most beautiful hats (and I loved hats but was wary of wearing them), so we became friends. When I learned she was teaching millinery classes at Houston Community College, of course, I signed up when I could. She is a great friend and fabulous teacher! Kate moved to St. Gallen, Switzerland, and then to Arlington, Virginia.

And, Jill, also a milliner/librarian whom I met at once of Kate's classes. Another sister soul...she recently moved from Kingwood (just north of Houston) to Salt Lake City, Utah. In the picture below, she is posing along-side Harmonie the Hippo - an art car belonging to our sister/friend, Sue. (Jill, love the bare feet - one of my favotire pictures of you.) Jill is also a great millinery instuctor.

Links to their blogs are listed on my site.

I miss my friends being close to me - but I love the fact that I am able to keep up with their activities through their blogs. And visits, of course.

Wild woman... (me)

2008-08-26T15:49:00.001-05:00

My babies...

2008-08-26T15:46:00.000-05:00

My granddaughter Amanda and her daughter Zoe on Zoe's ninth birthday.

I am a Snapdragon...

2008-08-21T23:16:00.000-05:00

I am a
Snapdragon

What Flower
Are You?

Addicted to Blogs....

2008-08-20T14:40:00.001-05:00

I'll admit it, I am a blog addict!
Not to blogging myself evidently, but reading blogs, and I have MANY favorites - too many to mention here, but in my Bookmarks is a folder for Blogs and it contains about 100 of them. And, I try to check them all daily. Takes a lot of time, of course, but as I said I am addicted, and love all the great information furnished on those blogs. Wonderful, ladies and gentlemen, thank you so much for sharing your lives and information with me.

Belief....

2008-08-18T10:56:00.000-05:00

Do you know the Preamble for your state?
. . . interesting:

...be sure to read the message at the bottom!

Alabama 1901, Preamble We the people of the State of Alabama , invoking
the favor and guidance of Almighty God, do ordain and establish the
following Constitution.

Alaska 1956, Preamble We, the people of Alaska , grateful to God and to
those who founded our nation and pioneered this great land.

Arizona 1911, Preamble We, the people of the State of Arizona ,
grateful to Almighty God for our liberties, do ordain this Constitution...

Arkansas 1874, Preamble We, the people of the State of Arkansas ,
grateful to Almighty God for the privilege of choosing our own form of
government...

California 1879, Preamble We, the People of the State of California ,
grateful to Almighty God for our freedom...

Colorado 1876, Preamble We, the people of Colorado , with profound
reverence for the Supreme Ruler of Universe...

Connecticut 1818, Preamble. The People of Connecticut, acknowledging
with gratitude the good Providence of God in permitting them to enjoy.

Delaware 1897, Preamble Through Divine Goodness all men have, by
nature, the rights of worshipping and serving their Creator according to the
dictates of their consciences.

Florida 1885, Preamble We, the people of the State of Florida ,
grateful to Almighty God for our constitutional liberty, establish this C
onstitution...

Georgia 1777, Preamble We, the people of Georgia , relying upon
protection and guidance of Almighty God, do ordain and establish this
Constitution...

Hawaii 1959, Preamble We , the people of Hawaii , Grateful for Divine
Guidance ... Establish this Constitution.

Idaho 1889, Preamble We, the people of the State of Idaho , grateful to
Almighty God for our freedom, to secure its blessings.

Illinois 1870, Preamble We, the people of the State of Illinois,
grateful to Almighty God for the civil , political and religious liberty
which He hath so long permitted us to enjoy and looking to Him for a
blessing on our endeavors.

Indiana 1851, Preamble We, the People of the State of Indiana ,
grateful to Almighty God for the free exercise of the right to choose our form
of government.

Iowa 1857, Preamble We, the People of the State of Iowa , grateful to
the Supreme Being for the blessings hitherto enjoyed, and feeling our
dependence on Him for a continuation of these blessings, establish this
Constitution.

Kansas 1859, Preamble We, the people of Kansas , grateful to Almighty
God for our civil and religious privileges establish this Constitution.

Kentucky 1891, Preamble. We, the people of the Commonwealth are
grateful to Almighty God for the civil, political and religious liberties...

Louisiana 1921, Preamble We, the people of the State of
Louisiana , grateful to Almighty God for the civil, political and religious
liberties we enjoy.

Maine 1820, Preamble We the People of Maine acknowledging with grateful
hearts the goodness of the Sovereign Ruler of the Universe in
affording us an opp ortunity .. And imploring His aid and direction.

Maryland 1776, Preamble We, the people of the state of Maryland ,
grateful to Almighty God for our civil and religious liberty...

Massachusetts 1780, Preamble We...the people of Massachusetts,
acknowledging with grateful hearts, the goodness of the Great Legislator of the
Universe In the course of His Providence, an opportunity and devoutly
imploring His direction

Michigan 1908, Preamble le. We, the people of the State of Michigan ,
grateful to Almighty God for the blessings of freedom establish this
Constitution.

Minnesota 1857, Preamble We, the people of the State of Minnesota ,
grateful to God for our civil and religious liberty, and desiring to
perpetuate its blessings:

Mississippi 1890, Preamble We, the people of Mississippi in convention
assembled, grateful to Al mighty God, and invoking His blessing on our
work.

Missouri 1845, Preamble We, the people of Missouri , with profound
reverence for the Supreme Ruler of the Universe, and grateful for His
goodness . Establish this Constitution...

Montana 1889, Preamble. We, the people of Montana , grateful to
Almighty God for the blessings of liberty establish this Constitution .

Nebraska 1875, Preamble We, the people, grateful to Almighty God for
our freedom . Establish this Constitution.

Nevada 1864, Preamble We the people of the State of Nevada , grateful
to Almighty God for our freedom, establish this Constitution...

New Hampshire 1792, Part I. Art. I. Sec. V Every individual has a
natural and unalienable right to worship God according to the dictates of
his own conscience.

New Jersey 1844, Preamble We, the people of the State of New Jersey,
grateful to Almighty God for civil and religious liberty which He hath so
long permitted us to enjoy, and looking to Him for a blessing on our
endeavors.

New Mexico 1911, Preamble We, the People of New Mexico, grateful to
Almighty God for the blessings of liberty..

New York 1846, Preamble We, the people of the State of New York ,
grateful to Almighty God for our freedom, in order to secure its blessings.

North Carolina 1868, Preamble We the people of the State of North
Carolina, grateful to Almighty God, the Sovereign Ruler of Nations, for our
civil, political, and religious liberties, and acknowledging our
dependence upon Him for the continuance of those...

North Dakota 1889, Preamble We , the people of North Dakota , grateful
to Almighty God for the blessings of civil and religious liberty, do
ordain...

Ohio 1852, Preamble We the people of the state of Ohio , grateful to
Almighty God for our freedom, to secure its blessings and to promote our
common...

Oklahoma 1907, Preamble Invoking the guidance of Almighty God, in order
to secure and perpetuate the blessings of liberty, establish this

Oregon 1857, Bill of Rights, Article I Section 2. All men shall be
secure in the Natural right, to worship Almighty God according to the
dictates of their consciences

Pennsylvania 1776, Preamble We, the people of Pennsylvania , grateful
to Almighty God for the blessings of civil and religious liberty, and
humbly invoking His guidance...

Rhode Island 1842, Preamble. We the People of the State of Rhode Island
grateful to Almighty God for the ci vil and religious liberty which He
hath so long permitted us to enjoy, and looking to Him for a
blessing...

South Carolina, 1778, Preamble We, the people of he State of South
Carolina grateful to God for our liberties, do ordain and establish this
Constitution.

South Dakota 1889, Preamble We, the people of South Dakota , grateful
to Almighty God for our civil and religious liberties

Tennessee 1796, Art. XI.III. That all men have a natural and
indefeasible right to worship Almighty God according to the dictates of their
conscience...

Texas 1845, Preamble We the People of the Republic of Texas ,
acknowledging, with gratitude, the grace and beneficence of God.

Utah 1896, Preamble Grateful to Almighty God for life and liberty, we
establish this Constitution.

Vermont 1777, Preamble Whereas all government ought to enable the
individuals who compose it to enjoy their natural rights, and other
blessings which the Author of Existence has bestowed on man .

Virginia 1776, Bill of Rights, XVI Religion, or the Duty which we owe
our Creator can be directed only by Reason and that it is the mutual
duty of all to practice Christian Forbearance, Love and Charity towards
each other

Washington 1889, Preamble We the People of the State of Washington ,
grateful to the Supreme Ruler of the Universe for our liberties, do
ordain this Constitution

West Virginia 1872, Preamble Since through Divine Providence we enjoy
the blessings of civil, political and religious liberty, we, the people
of West Virginia reaffirm our faith in and constant reliance upon God
...

Wisconsin 1848, Preamble We, the people of Wisconsin , grateful to
Almighty God for our freedom, domestic tranquility...

Wyoming 1890, Preamble We, the people of the State of Wyoming ,
grateful to God for our civil, political, and religious liberties, establish
this Constitution..

After reviewing acknowledgments of God from all 50 state constitutions,
one is faced with the prospect that maybe, the ACLU and the
out-of-control federal courts are wrong! If you found this to be 'Food for
thought' copy and send to as many as you think will be enlightened, as I
do
(Please note that at no time is anyone told that they MUST worship
God.)

'Those people who will not be governed by God will be ruled by
tyrants.' - William Penn
GOD BLESS AMERICA

I love Tea Parties!

2008-07-01T10:38:00.001-05:00

Dilly Over Darjeeling (from Laurie Nienhaus at www.glily.com)

Darjeeling has always been one of my favorite teas. As a matter of fact, it is the tea responsible for the parting of ways between Lipton and myself.

Darjeeling's signature muscatel quality makes it a perfect match for pairing with mild, creamy cheeses. Dill is a herb that also pairs well with mild creamy cheeses, and the combination of all three makes a fragrant and savory tea experience.

Most large grocery stores carry dill Havarti and what can be easier than to bring it to room temperature, slice it thin, and pop it upon your favorite cracker or a piece of hot buttered toast?

Do you need a little crunch with your Darjeeling? Fill celery sticks with a mixture of cream cheese, dill, and a pinch of white pepper.

If you're in the mood for a little more fuss, have a cup of Darjeeling waiting for you as your Havarti dill and asparagus quiche comes from the oven. It's easy to substitute whatever cheese your quiche recipe calls for with Havarti dill (I sometimes also add a bit of fontina).

Do you need to be fancy? Make crab salad with dill and fill miniature Sally Lunn rolls to serve with your second flush Darjeeling.

And we can't forget dill bread! Sliced hot from the oven and spread with butter, it can easily stand alone with the finest of Darjeelings.

Oh dear, is it tea time yet?

Laurie Nienhaus is the Director of The Ladies' Tea Guild and Editor in Chief of the Tea Guild's monthly publication, Sweet Willa's Review. To learn more about this unique social club and tea society or to subscribe to Sweet Willa's Review, visit www.glily.com.

Happy Fourth of July Week!

2008-06-30T14:00:00.000-05:00

Cinderella's song....

2008-06-27T09:50:00.001-05:00

Checking my regular blogs today, I got caught up on House in the Roses (http://houseinroses.blogspot.com/). What a gorgeous blog. The lovely owner of the site posted "A Dream is a Wish your Heart Makes" from Cinderella (the movie). A reminder to us all, especially us "old ladies".

A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes
Vocals: Ilene Woods (Cinderella)
Music: Mack David, Al Hoffman, Jerry Livingston
Lyrics: Mack David, Al Hoffman, Jerry Livingston
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Cinderella sings this one:

A dream is a wish your heart makes
When you're fast asleep
In dreams you lose your heartaches
Whatever you wish for, you keep

Have faith in your dreams and someday
Your rainbow will come smiling thru
No matter how your heart is grieving
If you keep on believing
the dream that you wish will come true

Albert speaks....

2008-06-18T16:31:00.000-05:00

"There are two ways of living one's life:
As if nothing is a miracle.
or - As if everything is a miracle.
I believe in the last one."
- Albert Einstein

Summertime - and the living is easy?!

2008-06-16T21:39:00.001-05:00

Too hot for this old lady, but I do love the flowers of summer.

And, I still believe in fairies....

2008-06-12T10:56:00.001-05:00

Zoe needs larger wings!

I found this...

2008-06-12T10:53:00.001-05:00

Did you ever want to buy a town?

2008-06-01T16:39:00.000-05:00

Well, there is little town in Texas....noticed the general store was for sale and that the other buildings on the main street were empty also. Project for retirement?

Happy Birthday, Willie!

2008-04-30T17:41:00.000-05:00

I believe in fairies....

2008-04-20T21:17:00.001-05:00

This is my great-granddaughter, Zoe, taken two years ago.

Another favorite "bluebonnet"

2008-03-23T11:07:00.001-05:00

Made by my friend, Jill Spriggs.

It's Bluebonnet time in Texas - Yee Haw!!

2008-03-23T11:00:00.000-05:00

I love Texas - and especially at this time of year when the wildflowers are beginning to color our landscape so vividly. My favorite is the Blubonnet - can you tell?

Happy Easter!

2008-03-22T10:28:00.001-05:00

Stepping back in time....

2007-11-02T10:49:00.001-05:00

Ladies of Table 14 at the Tri-State "T" in Laughlin, NV

2007-10-24T09:39:00.000-05:00

What fun I had! Looking forward to next year.

Cooler weather

2007-09-24T16:15:00.001-05:00

I'm looking for it!

It's time...........

2007-08-09T10:15:00.000-05:00

I'm ready for this!

This word is great - peregrination

2007-07-31T14:16:00.000-05:00

per·e·gri·na·tion
noun
1. travel from one place to another, esp. on foot.
2. a course of travel; journey.

Synonyms 1, 2. trip, excursion, expedition.
Dictionary.com Unabridged (v 1.1)
Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2006.

Today, I am .....

2007-07-17T13:07:00.000-05:00

You are The Moon

Hope, expectation, Bright promises.

The Moon is a card of magic and mystery - when prominent you know that nothing is as it seems, particularly when it concerns relationships. All logic is thrown out the window.

The Moon is all about visions and illusions, madness, genius and poetry. This is a card that has to do with sleep, and so with both dreams and nightmares. It is a scary card in that it warns that there might be hidden enemies, tricks and falsehoods. But it should also be remembered that this is a card of great creativity, of powerful magic, primal feelings and intuition. You may be going through a time of emotional and mental trial; if you have any past mental problems, you must be vigilant in taking your medication but avoid drugs or alcohol, as abuse of either will cause them irreparable damage. This time however, can also result in great creativity, psychic powers, visions and insight. You can and should trust your intuition.

What Tarot Card are You?
Take the Test to Find Out.

One of my favorites is back.....

2007-06-29T15:52:00.001-05:00

Victoria Magazine is back again in November! Yay!!!

http://www.victoriamag.com/

The featured recipe is:

Curried Butternut Squash Soup
Makes 4 to 6 servings

1/2 cup butter
2 shallots, minced
4 cups chopped butternut squash
2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup coconut milk
Garnish: sour cream

1. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add shallots and squash; cook, stirring frequently, 8 to 10 minutes or until squash is tender.

2. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in cream, broth, curry, salt, and pepper; bring to a simmer, and cook 10 minutes, or until soup is slightly thickened.

3. Transfer mixture to a blender and process, in batches, until smooth. (Caution: mixture is hot.) Return mixture to saucepan. Stir in coconut milk; cook over low heat until thoroughly heated. Garnish with sour cream, if desired.

I am......

2007-06-11T14:23:00.001-05:00

You are The High Priestess

Science, Wisdom, Knowledge, Education.

The High Priestess is the card of knowledge, instinctual, supernatural, secret knowledge. She holds scrolls of arcane information that she might, or might not reveal to you. The moon crown on her head as well as the crescent by her foot indicates her willingness to illuminate what you otherwise might not see, reveal the secrets you need to know. The High Priestess is also associated with the moon however and can also indicate change or fluxuation, particularily when it comes to your moods.

What Tarot Card are You?
Take the Test to Find Out.

April in Texas

2007-04-10T11:59:00.000-05:00

Well, we had snow for Easter in parts of Texas. My grands in Belton made a snowman on Easter sunday.

I'm thinking about what to do with my yard this spring and summer - have let it get away from me. It looks like a wild pasture right now. This is what I'd like it to look like. This picture is from the Home and Gardens website. This would take a lot of work and $$$, but I may do it. More power to me!

What flower are you?

2007-04-03T10:35:00.000-05:00

I am a
Snapdragon

What Flower
Are You?

Texas Independence Day

2007-03-09T11:07:00.000-06:00

No longer openly celebrated in Texas (not politically correct for some reason), March 2nd is Texas Independence Day. This day celebrates our war-worn freedom from Mexico in 1836, which marked the beginning of Texas' nine-year stint as a sovereign nation before it became part of the United States of America.

Wow, I wonder what happened?!! Sir, can you answer that question?

Off to Las Vegas

2007-02-22T12:39:00.000-06:00

I'm on my way to Las Vegas tonight --- Yippee!!!
Frolic on Fremont - red hat event on Fremont. I'm so excited!

Where has the time gone?

2007-02-05T15:18:00.000-06:00

Well, my goodness. It's already February 2007. Where have the days gone?

December

2006-12-08T10:06:00.000-06:00

Safe and warm. Best wishes for a great holiday season.

November

2006-11-07T16:35:00.000-06:00

Here it is already. I'm "doing" Thanksgiving at my house this year, and haven't even started planning anything....oh, well. It'll just happen and will be fine!

Love this weather!

Halloween

2006-10-27T14:47:00.000-05:00

Halloween is my favorite holiday of the year!

Moving on

2006-10-09T13:51:00.000-05:00

Richard's service was lovely yesterday. The weather was great - cool breezes blowing across the fields. He is content.

Death of a sibling

2006-10-04T10:19:00.000-05:00

My younger brother died this morning....he would have been 60 years old on October 8th. I will miss him.

Getting older and loss

2006-09-28T17:01:00.000-05:00

We know to expect and go through the loss of our parents.....but dealing with the process of a severe illness with a younger sibling is more difficult for me. One of my younger brothers has been ill for a number of months, and now has been placed in hospice care.....too soon!

Yep - I'm still here!

2006-08-30T14:57:00.000-05:00

Working hard --- trying to keep up!

And reading my favorite blogs daily.

Blogaholic-that's me!

2006-08-04T11:19:00.000-05:00

My name is Marie and I am a blogaholic. Not in blogging for myself, but in reading them. I could spend most of my day reading my favorites --- and the list increases each day - fashions, millinery, cooking, homemaking, and on and on. Keep it up, ladies! I'm hooked.

Red on Fridays

2006-07-21T15:44:00.000-05:00

Well, I do wear red on Fridays.
Remember those emails asking us to wear red to honor our USA troops overseas? and those asking us to wear red for the Astros? and the ones to promote heart health for women? Well, I support all of those causes, along with many others, but, you know, I don't see anyone else minding those emails and wearing red on Fridays.....am I just gullible? You betcha!

Onward! Happy weekend, ya'll!

My sentiments exactly!!

2006-07-12T10:29:00.000-05:00

Travelling

2006-07-10T11:46:00.000-05:00

I'm getting the itch to travel...on the road again! Think I'll stay in Texas this time. Just do some backroads investigations.

Birthday!

2006-07-07T11:13:00.000-05:00

Today is my 62nd Birthday.....I can retire today (but won't). I enjoy the $$ I am making. Those trips to Vegas would have to stop - and I love ka-ching, ka-ching!!

I am so excited! Kate and Sherman called me from Geneva, Switzerland, just to wish me a Happy Birthday! What a wonderful surprise. And so great to hear their voices.

Makes getting older much better to have friends like that.

2006-07-06T09:28:00.000-05:00

When was the last time you spent a quiet
moment just doing nothing-just sitting and
looking at the sea, or watching the wind
blowing the tree limbs, or waves rippling
on a pond, a flickering candle or children
playing in the park?
~Ralph Marston

Spending $$$

2006-06-30T10:57:00.000-05:00

Happy July 4th! I'm a little early, you bet....but I'll be away from computer for four days.
I'm off this weekend to buy patterns and fabric. Hancock's and Jo-Ann's are having fabulous sales. As if I needed any more of either of them, but, you just never know, there may come a time there is a fabric/pattern shortage in the workd, and I'll certainly be ready!

Blogaholic!

2006-06-29T13:00:00.000-05:00

That's me --- I'm a blogaholic. Love the fashion blogs, and the millinery blogs, and the gardening blogs, and the travel blogs.....can't get any work done for reading blogs.

Well, here I am again.......

2006-06-22T10:57:00.000-05:00

It's Thursday, garbage day in my neighborhood. The guys come early, so I have to put my trash can out at night. Last week, I went out early to add some trash to my bin, and noticed someone else had dumped their stuff in my receptable. Drive-by trashing? At least it was in the can, right! That's an improvement.

I'm thinking about moving (yes, family, again).....I have roaming feet and like to relocate often. Can't stay in once place to long. Have been researching rental properties in my area. Wow, are those landlords proud of their houses. Rents have increased to the point that to move "up" and stay in the same price range, I would have to go from a three-bedroom, one-bath, large kitchen, very large yard with lots of trees --- to a one-bedroom (or teeny two-bedroom), one-bath apartment for the same price. Well, I can stay where I am for the time being, and just travel more. Vegas, here I come!

First Day

2006-06-21T12:55:00.000-05:00

Well, here I am....now what do I do. Will take a day or so (or maybe a few), or maybe will be right back. You just never know with us "old ladies".