Foster Me Up

Pennsylvania

2012-01-28T16:43:00.004-07:00

Coming up, I will have a link to my contribution to Foster Focus magazine. The editor is based out of Pennsylvania, but has built national exposure. I will be the featured author in February. I do not even know what to say.

More gifts brought to me from the universe soon - with God as my upper power lighting the path that humbly lies before me.

Foster Me Up is Now Available on Kindle

2012-01-17T08:00:00.000-07:00

Does it really get any better than this? Why yes. Yes, it does. I shall make it a daily point of my pen to aim higher and higher.

Texas

2012-01-16T20:11:00.005-07:00

I have been asked to write an article for the Editor of the Texas Foster Care Association and National Foster Parent Assocation. It will be published in March of 2012. I am truly blessed.

Foster Me Up

2012-01-06T22:08:00.004-07:00

You can purchase a copy on Amazon.com. Press release went out yesterday as well so many sales channels have been touched. More to come...

Dream come true. May you enjoy my story.

Dec. 21, 2011. Foster Me Up has been Published

2011-12-21T22:20:00.001-07:00

A shocking, harrowing, and ultimately inspiring journey, Rhonda Zimmer’s life story—and that of her twin sister’s—is an extraordinary glimpse into the power of will, the strength of spirit, and the tenacity of two young women determined to turn their lives into rich, rewarding experiences. And what is possibly the most astounding thing of all is that in her recounting of the events of her life, author Rhonda Zimmer turns the other cheek with such ease and grace, her nature being one of extraordinary humility and awe-inducing peace and serenity. A must-read that teaches us all the power we hold inside, Foster Me Up: Entering the “System” Doesn’t Have to Mean the End is a reminder that only you can decide what is an ending, and what is a beginning.

Find it on Amazon.com. Kindle version coming soon.

Oh my goodness

2011-10-14T23:26:00.002-07:00

Foster Me Up to be published and on the shelves by Christmas?! Received mock-up cover last night...Can't wait to share.

Snide in the Smoldering Summer Sun

2011-08-01T13:19:00.004-07:00

Thirty-Two Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Six Words

2011-07-26T19:09:00.008-07:00

...and 113 pages later. I look up toward the heavens and thank God for guiding the way. Color me done - manuscript is at its finality. The only words I have left are, my husband inspired me and out of nowhere the flood gates opened -- my memory returned and within eight days I finished. I might also add, I believe my little girl leaving me had something to do with it too. Who knows. Spiritual power comes from above and that's what matters. Regardless, I did it. Now I find a literary agent. Any thoughts? If not, I will have to close my eyes and point aimlessly at the Google links provided.

My Baby Girl Is Gone

2011-07-25T19:53:00.003-07:00

In loving memory of my best friend of five years. She was at my heals at every moment, I heard her every sound, and she heard mine. She became my habit, my love, my everything. I took her everywhere I could. I never stopped thinking of her and never stopped wondering what she needed. She became my every breath.

I took care of her as if she were my child…I clipped her toe nails, gave her baths, cleaned her ears, brushed her coat, ensured she had her anal expressions and when her kidneys seemed to be failing, I put her on a diet. I took her on walks, hikes, and runs. We traveled everywhere together. She was my all and when I got a job last year and she was out of my presence, I missed her. She was so happy to greet me when I arrived home and I her. She was playful, loving, aloof, royal, but no matter what, she was my baby. I expected 10-12 years and I got five. But I will take it, ‘cause that’s what I got. She was the best thing to ever happen to me….ever…my whole life. Baci Fiona Jana, I love you and I miss you with all my heart and soul...5 months later, I still cry almost every day.

New Beginnings

2011-01-24T20:52:00.007-07:00

Holy long time no blog. Since I left my 8-year relationship with M&M, I moved 5 times, bought a house, been blessed with a wonderful job and got married (in our new front lawn -- see pic). Here are me and my husband, Stu. So happy...but a bit sad I have been away (guess I've been busy?)

Hope all of you are well and happy. I know I am. *smoochies*

I Miss Everything About You

2010-06-08T11:45:00.001-07:00

To My Dear Friend

2010-06-02T17:30:00.004-07:00

Always

Shattered and broken,
Tainted and bruised by loss...for a brief time.
My soul to be touched by the warmth of yours,
But no more.
The future holds a dim gleam of hope, but
The days will pass as I place one foot in front of the other,
And breathe.
Until then,
Healing is wisdom and insurmountably so.
Relief is here knowing you will find happiness,
and I continue to find peace...
Always.

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Purely Inspired

2010-05-04T14:22:00.004-07:00

Discovery

The gentleness of my hand touches your face and with a slight downward motion, I close your eyes.
I kiss you lightly and tenderly...
Then all that is heard are my footsteps exiting through the door at a quick pace not to turn back.
Closed and locked tightly,
I find myself as far away from the finality of its closure as I need to be.
Afraid, I hide; in a ball, I curl.
You open the door and saunter in…quietly and confidently.
You have found me.
Not to worry, my angel. Trust me and know all is meant to be.
Lifting my tear-stained face from the pillow, you place my concern into your heart.
I look into your blue eyes…and I know, without a doubt,
That I have finally found --
peace.

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Fairy Tale Ending Gone Bad

2010-04-05T18:18:00.001-07:00

The Little Mermaid

Ah Nuts

2010-04-04T05:00:00.005-07:00

Note: I am typing this in a German accent.

*Ahem*

Touh penutz vere valking don zeh rod. One was assaulted...peanut.

(Does anybody get this? I'm unsure if I told it right *giggle giggle snort snort*)

Work Mantras

2010-04-03T05:00:00.000-07:00

Well, aren't we a bloody ray of sunshine?

This isn't an office. It's hell with fluorescent lighting.

I started out with nothing and still have most of it left.

Sarcasm is just one more service I offer.

Stress is when you wake up screaming and you realize you haven't gone to sleep ... yet.

I work 45 hours a week to be this poor.

Wait...I'm trying to imagine you with a personality.

You look like crap. Is that the style now?

Earth is full. Go home.

I'm not tense, just terribly, terribly alert.

You are depriving some village of an idiot.

If buttheads could fly, this place would be an airport.

It's a New Day

2010-04-02T13:36:00.008-07:00

She gracefully and humbly climbed into her hole. It was comfortable and away from life; away from others who might see her true self: poor, fostered by strangers, anxious, depressed. It was true solitude, though uncomfortable, sad, and lonely, it was the best place to be...for now. Crouched down, face between knees, the tears dropped one by one from the corner of her eyes onto her young skin. Silently a prayer was formed and sent to an upper being that would allow her to be able to see -- to see hope, love, and happiness.

Then the pain subsided -- physical, emotional, spiritual -- and the sun peeked out from behind the sparse clouds in the sky.

One foot in front of the other, slowly, but surely she stood tall and again faced the world.

.................

A new day has dawned; her prayer answered.

April Fools'!

2010-04-01T10:25:00.007-07:00

Because I lived in Topeka, Kansas for a stint while attending the University of Kansas, I thought it apropos to post this interesting tidbit in honor of April Fools' Day (coupled with the fact that this is a Google blog, and I have a Google email, of course).

It is said that some believe that Google played this prank on readers because at one time in history, the mayor of Topeka, Kansas changed its city name to Google, Kansas for a month…for tourism!

I, for one, think this is nifty.

Diphthong

2010-03-23T07:58:00.007-07:00

A gliding monosyllabic speech sound (as the vowel combination at the end of toy) that starts at or near the articulatory position for one vowel and moves to or toward the position of another.

Being born and bred in Kansas, I get it. Those up north, I’m think’n...not so much.

Humor on a Monday

2010-03-22T13:04:00.002-07:00

If you're going to drink, don't drive. Don't even putt.

(Steve Martin)

Happy Monday and good week to you all.

Counting Blessings

2010-03-19T17:30:00.002-07:00

Job search was quick and painless…Seven months elapsed, head extracted, cleaned and purified, cobwebs dusted. Called “Dee” and there it was, just beyond the horizon – I became one with the light at the end of what seemed like a never-ending tunnel...and within just one day.

My niche for editing has been realized yet again. Wonders never cease.

The grass is green, the trees again have flourishing leaves, and I hear the birds chirping. I hereby count my blessings.

Running To Win

2010-02-25T11:57:00.007-07:00

I have been working from home for quite some time. I miss being with a group of people who are focused on being team players looking to bring about an end result that is linked to the success of a company's bottom line.

I am excited to see where this new venture leads. I look forward to digging deep and pulling out all the resources, skills, talents, knowledge and experience I have acquired over the past 20 years and placing it into the hands of an employer. Caregiving is in my nature; therefore, assisting another (or others) is my goal. I aim to succeed. I'm running to win.

Happy Halloween!

2009-10-30T16:53:00.003-07:00

Unexpected Fork

2009-08-03T23:03:00.007-07:00

Long time no blog. Why? Because I put my heart and soul into somebody else's life and not mine.

In short, close, dear friend of 3-4? years created a position for me in her company. Blessed I was for almost a year in a dream role for which I thought would send me into retirement until....boom, kablooey, kaput, you've got to be kidding....it was over. No idea. Job is over.

She said I inspired her to adopt her kids, I was one of the best employees she had, she complimented me on my determination, loved to work with me because I never complained, and was like her little sister.

But life takes us places we don't expect. Positive side? Yes. Always. Though I took the unexpected fork in the road, I am happy to say it's been a peaceful one. All is well now and, simply put, it was meant to be. Nobody should live like that. Life is too short.

Peace out, Andrea.

I am not an Island; therefore, I shall share

2009-06-08T18:37:00.006-07:00

So, I was encouraged by a dear friend (my current boss) to share that I am struggling with something in my personal life. I finally decided I needed to get it off my chest, as I am human, and because I am not an island, now I'm ready to spill.

As some of you know, I am with M&m. He is my junior high sweetheart. We met 28 years ago and after losing touch for 20 years (and his 16-year failing marriage), he found me. It touched my heart and soul, and I knew he was mine. We got back together 7 yrs ago and on a serious roller-coaster ride, I realized about 3 years back I had lost myself. He became somebody new. I did not. I completely lost the grip on who I am.

I’m moving out of our home and am going off to find myself. To this day, I don’t believe this is his fault. I can’t imagine hanging out with somebody who is miserable, and that’s what he’s been doing. At 38, I found myself with hormone probs that took over my whole being. I have not been the same since. The bottom line is, I can’t love myself, therefore, he cannot love me the same as he did.

So, I am moving out – away from the love of my life knowing that it’s not because of him, but me. I miss me and feel like a failure. If any of you believe in an upper power, please send your thoughts upward and towards me, as I’m finished crying. I’ve had enough pain and I could use the support.

See you all in a couple.

Health Thru Detox & Diet

2009-02-17T15:15:00.005-07:00

I’ve had health on my mind more than usual as of late due to my twin’s recent loss of 83 pounds and my recent gain of 15 (due mostly to inflammation). Thought it would be nice to finally get on line and post some research that I’ve found over the years in my studies of natural health. I consider this to be sort of an avocation, and I take it very seriously.

Detoxing is the key to unlocking the door to weight loss:

In short, our bodies are filled with chemicals simply through daily consumption of products that are found on the store shelves and in the restaurants we frequent. Anything that is processed (not organic) is going to be toxic (have chemicals). The more toxins we put in our bodies, the more battles we fight with disease and general poor health (headaches, chronic fatigue, poor digestion, food cravings, stuffy head, low sex drive, reduced mental clarity, and troubled sleep).

Medicines that are given to us by doctors are toxic:

Kevin Trudeau discusses the theory behind medical doctors being in cahoots with the pharmaceutical companies; you might have found at one time or another getting prescribed with a drug and wondering why that particular one. It is because they are making money off the sale and it doesn’t matter if it’s the right drug for you or not. Not only does it not work for you, but you end up back at the doctor’s office and like a guinea pig, they give you something else to temporarily cure your ailments – if you don’t deal with too many side effects, you might find some relief!

Additionally, you may have seen commercials on TV that talk about drugs that have been released prior to approval and due to claims of illness and even incidences as bad as death, they have had to remove them from the shelves and announce to the public to file a law suit in order to find justice. It’s about them, not us as individuals – if we are sick, they make money.

Summary:

It is not just about losing poundage (one can lose 10-20 lbs in just a few weeks), it is about better health and a sustainable life. Detoxing can be done every 6 months without causing any harm whatsoever. It plays a role in the body’s natural purification including the stomach, small intestines, liver, kidneys, bowels, etc. Choose an organic program so as to not add in more chemicals as you are attempting to remove them; follow the directions which typically include a list of foods that are easily digestible, a simple exercise program and you will see the results. Ask my twin; ask me. We’ve both experienced it.

Tips:

As a general rule, stay away from caffeine, refined sugars* (e.g. alcohol, juice, candy), processed foods – fast foods, anything in a box or can that has preservatives, white flour, dairy and red meat. Eat yummy wild caught fishies, raw nuts, legumes, and eggs (protein), raw veggies – green foods, coconut oil, and sea salt. Take a whole food energizer. (I swear by Nature’s Way, Alive´- veggie caps or the shake which contains vitamins, minerals, fruits, veggies, bioflavanoids, enzymes, amino acids, green foods, herbs, EFAs and mushrooms.)

*Refined sugars are just one of the many major reasons a “trigger” is not sent to the liver to burn fat and will stop your fat hormones from working properly – all 6 fat-burning hormones do their job in the liver. If you plan to eat sugar, you will not be rewarded by all the benefits noted above. Also, sugars will raise your blood insulin levels and cause you to increase fat. (I am living proof of this one when I began adding Cranberry juice to my vodka! I did this for about a month, yes, regularly, and gained 10 lbs. And, I knew better! I do not ever drink juice. I almost had a "cranbaby"!)

Thanks go out to Andrea Elliott, who I believe has inspired many to get healthy, my twin and the strength from an upper power for enabling me to find myself and bring back the inspiration I needed to make me who I am.

References: Dr. Bruce West (Health Alert, www.healthalert.com); Dr. Andrew Weil, 8 Weeks to Optimum Health, (www.drweilselfhealing.com), Kevin Trudeau, Natural Cures “They” Don’t Want you to Know About, (www.naturalcures.com), and, Eric Berg, DC, The 7 Principles of Fat Burning, (www.bergdiets.com).

Merry Christmas!

2008-12-22T17:25:00.001-07:00

It's a romantic full moon, when Pedro said, "Hey, mamacita, let's do Weeweechu."

Oh no, not now, let's look at the moon!" said Rosita.

Oh, c'mon baby, let's you and I do Weeweechu. I love you and it's the perfect time," Pedro begged.

"But I wanna just hold your hand and watch the moon." replied Rosita.

Please, corazoncito, just once, do Weeweechu with me."

Rosita looked at Pedro and said, "OK, one time, we'll do Weeweechu."

Pedro grabbed his guitar and they both sang.....

"Weeweechu a Merry Christmas, Weeweechu a Merry Christmas, Weeweechu a Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year."

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!!

Good Things Are Com'n Your Way

2008-12-13T20:19:00.011-07:00

I'm sad to say that my job has consumed me, Christmas has been put on hold and even my health. I've allowed stress to take over my life once again due to my new job and basically have lost myself. However, this past weekend, I was able to take my work on the road and see my family -- accomplishing 2 very important factors in my life without letting anything else invaluable get in my way.

This picture is of my twin Robin, who has struggled with Fibromyalgia, Thyroid, Neuropathy, possible Cancer...among other things, but she has conquered each and every battle that has attempted to knock her down. Again, she has proven to be my hero. Each day some stronger power takes her to a new level in which she has learned about something new and subsequently has survived.

Here, she's proven that one can gain weight (she reached up to 250 lbs -- and is 5'6 1/2" tall) but accordingly, has proven it possible to lose it just the same -- as it was bringing her health problems. This foto demonstrates once again her ability to fight whatever attempts to get in her way and bring her down. Look at the reality of this...know that if you too struggle, there are answers. You just need to look, have faith and know it will happen if you have confidence. Look up, never look down and know that there are always answers if you just take the time to seek.

Bless you my dear twin and may you find everything in life you've been looking for...including your special, Dennis. It's time for you to gain all the things that our upper superior being wishes you to obtain.

Merry Christmas to you all.

Happy Thanksgiving One and All!

2008-11-27T12:54:00.000-07:00

Maxine

2008-11-24T17:43:00.003-07:00

I would say something more here, since it's been *oh my* several weeks since I've posted *egads* but I think Maxine is all I got.

I really ain't got noth'n else.

Hope you're all well.

*huggies*

You Must Pay Attention To Me!

2008-10-10T11:23:00.004-07:00

Some thoughts for your weekend; Now pay attention:

The pursuit of happiness is the chase of a lifetime! It is never too late to become what you might have been.

The heaviest thing you can carry is a grudge.

The happiness of your life depends on the quality of your thoughts.

The best vitamin for making friends..... B1.

Omgosh

2008-10-02T19:54:00.002-07:00

Another National Geo Award-Winning Foto

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Low and Behold, It is Finally So

2008-09-15T12:36:00.010-07:00

My life-long dream has come true, and though my blog presence is about to severely diminish, I contentedly stand before you as an official paid writer. Yesserree folks, after waiting for more than 11 weeks for the jury to return, my position has been duly formed and contractually conceived. Precisely Write is the name of my business; I will be consulting for a global visa and immigration services company out of Florida managing their data and communications.

Behold, I now stand tall and humbly bow down.

I will continue to visit you, though my spare time will be considerably reduced. Please don't forget me, as alas there should be some minutes prearranged for the writing of my memoir, my canine, man and live, human friends who live nearby.

Thank you in advance for the joy you will dispatch for the new hat I shall adorn and know that I will not forget you. I beg of you to return the favor to me.

Have a great week, all. *humungo huggies, credulous loads o' lovies ~n wet sloppy kissies* Until we meet again.

Crrrrazy Talent

2008-09-12T05:00:00.002-07:00

Another impressive Julian Beever 3-D Anamorphic Pavement Drawing - Woah
(Thanks, Donna - Network Dogs, Inc. - for the email. You rocketh.)

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9/11 Tribute

2008-09-11T08:49:00.019-07:00

Do you see a man skillful in his work? He will stand before kings; he will not stand before obscure men. (Proverbs 22: 29)
~ by Chuck Boyce ~

In memory of...our trip to NY in '07 ~ Click on the slideshow to get a larger view

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No kidding

2008-09-10T14:01:00.000-07:00

Un-flippn-believable. You step in and lose up to 2 dress sizes....Whatta ya think, ladies? Ever want to lose a couple b4 a big event? Yeah, uh huh. Me neither.

Life and Death

2008-09-10T08:58:00.002-07:00

Click'm to enlargify, 'cause otherwise, ya can't really see the little guy. Then is when you will find true hoppiness.

(btw: i took this with my Nikon D80 on auto setting. i think it could've been better -- as witnessed by Miss Thing, Mama Geek. darn her, she's good. tips would be nice since i haven't learned how to do much more than click. *ugh*)

Wordless Wednesday #33 (Tuesday Edition)

2008-09-09T00:00:00.001-07:00

(click on foto to bigify. you'll be glad you did.)
btw: I took this while the truck was moving...standing up thru the sun roof *snort snort*

Living Will

2008-09-08T17:17:00.008-07:00

Last night my sister and I were sitting in the den and I said to her, 'I never want to live in a vegetative state, dependent on some machine and fluids from a bottle to keep me alive. That would be no quality of life at all. If that ever happens, just pull the plug.'

So she got up, unplugged the computer, and threw out my wine.

________________

p.s. I'm back from vaca but I sprained my wrist playing on my quad. Oopsie...I'll be back but with copy/paste mumbo jumbo and plans to visit you all in a rapid hurry *huggies*

Family Vaca

2008-09-02T07:26:00.004-07:00

Just a quick hello from Lake City, Colorado...Breathing in the Pines, Aspens and the cool, crisp air till next week. See you then.

Oh, and this foto doesn't do the area justice. Will have rock'n ones upon my return. *kissies*

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Wordless Wednesday #32

2008-08-27T09:21:00.001-07:00

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Incorporate Exercise into Daily Routine

2008-08-23T00:00:00.002-07:00

The older we get the more important it is to incorporate exercise into our daily routine in order to maintain proper cardiovascular health and muscle mass....especially when we sit at the computer all day.

Note: If you're over 40, you might want to take it easy at first, then do more repetitions as you become more proficient and build stamina.

Warning: It may be too strenuous for some; remember, always consult your doctor before starting any exercise program.

SCROLL DOWN.......

NOW SCROLL UP...

That's enough for today. Great job.

Now. Go have a glass of wine.

Danger Zone

2008-08-22T07:32:00.009-07:00

Dear friends,

Pausing momentarily to partake in the consumption of
a tasty, smooth beverage
and read an article on the dangers of heavy drinking....
Scared the crap out of me.

So, that's it.
After today, no more reading...

* * * *
Have a splendid weekend *lovies*

Craziness Has Struck

2008-08-07T08:03:00.024-07:00

Looking for me? I've become one with my computer and am pulling out words I didn't know existed. Yesterday I found more than 2000 in there *happy happy* Something just came over me (most likely Polly's influence, at Recovery Reconnaissance who has finished her memoir or maybe it's my computer. Get it?)...and once I've reached some sort of fulfillment, I get to experience my first beta read for her. When I am un~~-struck~~ stuck, I'll come out and play. *lovies*

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Wordless Wednesday #31 (Tuesday Edition)

2008-08-05T00:00:00.001-07:00

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Pour Me Up A Bottle

2008-08-04T13:30:00.006-07:00

To my friends who enjoy a ~~glass~~ bottle of wine... and those who don't know what they're missing.

As Ben Franklin said: In wine there is wisdom,
in beer there is freedom,
in water there is bacteria.

In a number of carefully controlled trials, scientists have demonstrated that if we drink one liter of water each day, at the end of the year we would have absorbed more than 1 kilo of Escherichia coli, (E. coli) - bacteria found in feces. In other words, we are consuming 1 kilo of poop.

However, we do NOT run that risk when drinking wine & beer (or tequila, rum, whiskey or other liquor) because alcohol has to go through a purification process of boiling, filtering and/or fermenting.

Remember:
Water = Poop,
Wine = Health.

Therefore, it's better to drink wine and talk stupid,
than to drink water and be full of crap.

Note: There is no need to thank me for this valuable information: I'm doing it as a public service.

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Perfect Blend of Friendship

2008-07-31T22:08:00.008-07:00

Once again, I have been blessed with a new bloggy-buddy. Who knew more than a year ago, I would connect with so many people and from all over the world to boot. It's been a happy journey around the globe.

Napaboaniya, in Korean stands for "I am not an idiot," clearly has a sense of humor and a giving personality. Look at what she gave me! What a doll. My gratitude goes out to you, my friend.

_____________

Visit her here: It's Not a Weekend; It's a Lifestyle and Napaboaniya APAD.

I pass this on to my groupies: Sandee, SandyC, Sandy, Mimi, Storyteller, Vixen, Travis, Pammy, Colin, Sassy Mama Bear, Secret Agent Mama, Mama Geek, RennyBA, Mary, Marcia, After Hours, Jen, Eastcoastlife, Roger, Speedycat, DianeCA, Dianne, Heidi, Grams, Ellen, ZJ, Mama Meji, Melanie, Alison, Dorothy, and Lori.

Meme ~ Those Well-Fulfilled Need Not Apply

2008-07-31T19:22:00.011-07:00

In keeping with the meme theme of the day, I thought I'd jump right on the bandwagon of need, as it was passed on to me by Mimi who throws bloggers feverishly into the dungeon if said recipient doth not take heed.

Short and simple, so easy to please the Queen in fashionable royal style. The rules: All you have to do is Google your first name with the word needs behind it and post the results.

Here are mine (these sincerely made me giggle):

This is your mayor... I hate to pull rank, but Rhonda needs us.
ARDS Foundation : Rhonda needs thoughts and prayers
Rhonda Needs Angels
meme: "Rhonda ....needs, is, likes, wants, gets, does, eats...." - Vox
I think Rhonda should Get Up And Go To Bed
... Rhonda needs a change .... I need to come visit soon, just say the word! :) ...
Rhonda needs no help
Maybe Rhonda needs to take advantage
Rhonda's dilemma needs to be addressed on several levels.
Rhonda's needs and expenses, and that she would need an additional $2000
Rhonda Gaynier Needs to Get Laid
Rhonda needs the support of such guests, as all the songs are outstanding

I tag everybody in my friends list and Mimi's list too. Go there. Find yourself. Be one with Nottingham Palace and live with a higher standard of love.

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Labels: Meme Read More...

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The Moment of Truth and Awards

2008-07-31T00:00:00.005-07:00

Sandee of Comedy Plus tagged me for The Moment of Truth meme., ages ago. Thanks, big chicken and please accept my apologies for the delay. I meant no ill will. I'm happy to join in the fun, esp. because I am in fact in love with my man ... see him? He's over there <--). {Note: The originator of this meme is Winklekat of Sojourn.}

Here it is:

Are you deeply in love with your significant other? If you are, let’s try to see how well you remember the moments of your life with him/her. But before you put yourself in the hot seat please read the rules of this tag first.

RULES (I don't play by the rules. I'm just say'n):

1) This tag should be pass on to your closest friends.
2) Visit the blog of the person you’ve got this tag.
3) Leave a comment on her/his tag post. Be sure to thank her/him for this tag.
4) Highlight and link all the list of people who accepted this tag by visiting their blog site.
5) There are 10 questions that you need to answer but you will be the one to write the 10th question for the next person you want to pass this tag.

1. Sojourn 2. Pinay Mom in Czech Republic 3. See Me for what You Will 4. LAINY’S MUSINGS 5 OUR JOURNEY TO FOREVER 6. Twerlermz 7. Gamay and Dako Adventures 8.Technotrend 9. Ness 10. Chez Francine 11. Le bric à brac de Cherie 12. La Place de Cherie 13. Life's A Dance 14.pictures 15. Comedy Plus 16. Foster Me Up

Here’s your questions: Be Honest and True!

1. How did you meet your husband/wife or boyfriend/girlfriend?
Answer: At the college track where I grew up.

2. Where did you go in your first date?
Answer: We both think it was Long John Silvers (was 27 years ago you see)

3. When was your first intimate kiss?
Answer: At my house - I still lived at home.

4. How many girlfriends/boyfriends he/she had in the past? Do you honestly know?
Answer: No clue

5. What is his/her ethnicity?
Answer: American

6. What is his/her favorite food?
Answer : Sushi

7. What is he/she like if he/she is mad?
Answer: Quiet. I hate that.

8. What are the things he/she did you thought is the most romantic thing he’d/she’d ever done?
Answer: Finding me. We lost each other for 20 years.

9. Describe how he/you proposed to you.
Answer: Uh huh. Whatever. It'll never happen.

10. If you had it to do again would you date/marry him/her?
Answer: Naturally.

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Dorothy of Windsongs of the Heart asked me to play, so I of course did, because I adore her.

Rules (I don't play by the rules):
1.You must answer the questions using only one word.
2. Tag four others.

1. Where is your cell phone? Kitchen bar -- off.
2. Your significant other? Dinner meeting.
3. Your hair? A disaster; up in a bundle.
4. Your mother? Diabetic and lost.
5. Your father? Deceased.
6. Your favorite thing? Writing.
7. Your dream last night? That my jeans were too tight.
8. Your favorite drink? No such thing.
9. Your dream/goal? Published.
10. The room you’re in? Outside padio.
11. Your hobby? Writing.
12. Your fear. Falling.
13. Where do you want to be in 6 years? Content.
14. What you’re not? Young.
15. Muffins? Nah.
16. One of your wish list items? Second home - in my name.
17. Where you grew up? The sticks.
18. The last thing you did? Stress.
19. What are you wearing? Khaki cargos.
20. Favorite gadget? WD External hard drive.
21. Your pets? Shar-pei - she's in heat.
22. Your computer? Dell.
23. Your mood? Relieved.
24. Missing someone? Twin and bro.
25. Your car? Jag.
26. Something you’re not wearing? Makeup.
27. Favorite store? Book.
28. Like someone? Myself.
29. Your favorite color? Green
30. When is the last time you laughed? Today.
31. Last time you cried? 1/2 hour ago.

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My dear, sweet blogger buddy since the beginning of time, Melanie, gave me this:

The special story behind this is here.

Awards from Storyteller -- one of the most loving, sweetest bloggy buddies there are, gave me this (Sandee also gave me the Super Commenter award - big hug, big Chicken!):

With appreciation and gratitude, Storyteller shared these with the following ...

Betty of Betty's This and That
Chuck at Foster Me Up
Eve of Adamswife's Weblog
Greatfullivin at Gratitude Journal
Hootin' Anni of Hootin' Anni
Joyce at Mom's Musings
Karen at Journey to Authentic
Mary of Mary's Writing Nook
MPJ and A Room of Mama's Own
Phyl of Scrappy n Happy in Ohio
Sandy at Momisodes
Tina of Tina's Odds and Ends
Yertle at Smile, Play, Dream
Lisa of Lisa's Chaos
Lucy of Lucy Creates and Diamonds in the Sky
Maggie of Maggie's Mind
Mary Ann of Desperately Seeking Serenity
Mike of MJG's Rambling Thoughts
Paulie of Postcards from Paulie
Raven of Views from Raven's Nest
Reader Wil
Sandy Carlson of Writing in Faith
Vixen of Vixen's Den

No tags. Just live, love, laugh. Play if you like. More importantly, if you visit, you take the awards with you. What's mine is yours.

New Money (scroll down for WW)

2008-07-30T00:00:00.002-07:00

Given what's happening with the economy these days, the Treasury Department has issued a new dollar bill...What's in your wallet? *giggling with intermittent snorts*

Technorati Tags: Humor,

Wordless Wednesday #30 (Tuesday Edition)

2008-07-29T07:12:00.006-07:00

Earbook Photo

Technorati Tags: Humor,

Baci Boo

2008-07-27T00:00:00.004-07:00

I bumped into a few fotos today, all 5,333,456,210 saved on my back-up drive...and 339..., and I just know, from the bottom of my heart, that nobody doesn't like this face. Are you laughing yet? Do you care? I've got more.

Technorati Tags: Shar-pei, Nikon D80,

Memories with Cobwebs

2008-07-25T00:00:00.003-07:00

In writing my memoir, I have come across many who say, "How can you seriously think your readers will believe you've remembered details of a past that existed 25 years ago"? The answer is simple, and I can now say I have enough experience to respond honestly (I've been at this for 2 1/2 years). The cobwebs are dusted off as I read old letters, court records, notes, college papers (all written in this regard), and hold interviews with family and friends. I regularly face my fears through the use of all my senses. Like this cartoon, the details have unfolded before my eyes as if it all took place yesterday (do you remember this?) ...Especially when the memory is traumatic and repression is removed, the revelation is astounding.

I've enjoyed working on my memoir and have learned and healed from it. I hope you will continue to follow along as I post further installments...another coming your way shortly.

Technorati Tags: Memoir, Wait Till Your Father Comes Home cartoon,

For the Girls

2008-07-24T09:31:00.020-07:00

For My New BFFs, Pee & Dee *Mmwwwaa*

Now I lay me down to sleep
I pray the Lord my shape to keep.
Please no wrinkles, Please no bags
And please lift my butt before it sags.
Please no age spots, Please no gray
And as for my belly, Please take it away.
Please keep me healthy, Please keep me young,
And thank you Dear Lord, For all that you've done.

Five tips:

1. It is important that a man helps you around the house and has a job.
2. It is important that a man makes you laugh.
3. It is important to find a man you can count on and doesn't lie to you.
4. It is important that a man loves you and spoils you.
5. It is important that these four men don't know each other.

Technorati Tags: Humor,

Thanks for Play'n

2008-07-24T00:00:00.005-07:00

A nice warm, round of applause to all you brainiac "smelly cats" for figuring out my recent WW post, as it was indeed fishy ~ Simple close-up of a catfish's gills *Mouth dropped to the floor* with your responses. I had never seen this weirdness before my latest fishing trip in Manhattan, KS with M&Ms bro and SIL. Take your gift and as always, display it proudly knowing Chuck gave you lovies.

Ken @ Ken's Place
Sandy @ Writing in Faith
Jen @ Something About Life in the Netherlands
After Hours @ Have Babies Will Blog
Ellen @ The Happy Wonderer
Onangelwings @ Chotskies
Napaboaniya @ Napaboaniya APAD
Eastcoastlife
MamaGeek @ What Works For Us
ZJ @ We At This
Storyteller @ Small Reflections (and SacredRuminations)
Roger @ Idaho Daily Photo
BNS @ The Right Blue
Will @ Healthy Living
Atzniz
Ettey @ Etteysnaps
Mama Meji @ MaK!Mej!
Digital Flower Pictures.com
Sukhmandir Khalsa @ Sukhmandir's Sikhism Blog
Vixen @ Vixen's Den
Fitzgerald @ Fitz Blog of Comedy (this is one of about 20!)
M3 @ PlanetM3 Web Log, The "Correct" Opinions
Sandy C @ Momisodes
Darrin @ Darrin Defined

Technorati Tags: Paying it Forward, Wordless Wednesday,

Case of the Missing Pad (Scroll down for WW)

2008-07-23T01:03:00.013-07:00

Having dogs can be like having kids, as there is no manual on how to handle some situations. Case in point, dog in heat. Now what. She’s bleeding. *Hmmmf* Fantastico breeder comes to the rescue again and makes amazing recommendation. Baby boy’s boxer brief and female protection combo package easily found at your local Target. Dog can stay inside the home w/out a hitch. Everything going as planned, until I arrive back at humble home and combo package has become separated. Boxer slightly shifted for easy access to keep doggy parts *ahem* clean. But where’s former-mentioned female protection? Search begins ~ and lasts in excess of 24 hours.

Next morning sun is rising. Slumber is salvation. Then, said doggy awakens tired mommy and upchucks. Eureka! Mystery solved. *woot woot* 'Nuf said. *huggies*

Those who partook in WW game, please come back tomorrow to receive lovies.

Technorati Tags: Nikon D80, Humor, Shenanigans Shar-pei,

Wordless Wednesday #29 (Tuesday Edition)

2008-07-22T08:00:00.004-07:00

Gander a guess? You tell me, I give lovies.

Technorati Tags: Nikon D80, Wordless Wednesday,

Have you been?

2008-07-21T21:06:00.006-07:00

From my NBFF, Peggy:

1. You must first learn to pronounce the city name. It is 'FEE-NICKS'.

2. The morning rush hour is from 5:00am to noon. The evening rush hour is from noon to 7:00pm . Friday's rush hour starts on Thursday morning.

3. The minimum acceptable speed on most freeways is 85 mph. On Loop 101, your speed is expected to match the highway number. Anything less is considered 'wussy'.

4. Forget the traffic rules you learned elsewhere. Phoenix has its own version of traffic rules. For example, cars/trucks with the loudest muffler go first at a four-way stop; the trucks with the biggest tires go second. However, East Valley , SUV-driving, cell phone-talking moms ALWAYS have the right of way.

5. If you actually stop at a yellow light, you will be rear ended, cussed out, and possibly shot.

6. Never honk at anyone...ever! Seriously! It's another offense that can get you shot.

7. Road construction is permanent and continuous in Phoenix. Detour barrels are moved around for your entertainment pleasure during the middle of the night to make the next day's driving a bit more exciting.

8. Watch carefully for road hazards such as drunks, skunks, dogs, barrels, cones, cows, horses, cats, mattresses, shredded tires, squirrels, rabbits, crows, vultures, javelinas, roadrunners, and the coyotes feeding on any of these items.

9. Maricopa Freeway, Papago Freeway and the 'I-10' are the same road. SR-202 is the same road as The Red Mountain FWY. Dunlap and Olive are the same street, too. Jefferson becomes Washington , but they are not the same street. I-17 is also called The Black Canyon Freeway, as well as, The Veterans Memorial Highway, and if all that isn't enough to remember, SR-51 has recently been renamed Piestewa Freeway because Squaw Peak Parkway was too easy to pronounce. SR-101 is also the Pima FWY, except west of I-17, which is also The Black Canyon FWY, and The Veterans Memorial HWY, west of I-17, it is known as the Agua Fria FWY. Lastly, Thunderbird Rd. becomes Cactus Rd., but Cactus Rd. does not become Thunderbird Rd. because it dead-ends at a mountain.

10. If someone actually has their turn signal on, wave them to the shoulder immediately to let them know it has been 'accidentally activated.'

11. If you are in the left lane and only driving 70 in a 55-65 mph zone, you are considered a road hazard and will be 'flipped off' accordingly. If you return the flip, you'll be shot.

12. For summer driving, it is advisable to wear potholders on your hands.

Technorati Tags: Phoenix, Arizona, Desert,

Manic Monday ~ Lick

2008-07-21T08:39:00.007-07:00

I just heart Mo at It's a Blog Eat Blog World *smackies* and have wanted to join in the fun of "Manic Monday" <-- instructions. So here I am. Two things that stood out in my mind:

Tootsie Pop from http://krissy.vox.com/

Technorati Tags: Nikon D80, Shar-pei,Manic Monday,How Many Licks Does it Take...,Owl Commercial,

Beer Goggles

2008-07-18T11:44:00.007-07:00

Happy Friday everyone. Note: If you choose to consume alcoholic beverages, please do it safely. Additionally, if you place the proverbial beer goggles upon your eyeballs (as pictured above), may you view your world in a pleasant and brotherly-love fashion. If this option fails, try Tequila ~Vid below~ (Meant to cause a bubbly, giggly-type reaction; however, listen with caution, as it does not adhere to this blog's standard G-rating clause. Thank you. The management.) *smackies*

Technorati Tags: Beer Goggles, Effects of drinking Tequila,Bud Light,

A Local

2008-07-17T09:16:00.007-07:00

Back in CO (not literally now folks. Remember, I live amongst the cacti.) I guess it's not unusual to see these guys hanging out in the neighborhood. I grabbed my camera and went next door and shot these about 10 feet from his face. Oh joy. *yippee*

Technorati Tags: Nikon D80, Critters,

Family of Five

2008-07-16T15:38:00.007-07:00

Not extraordinary, but I was excited to get the little one piping up on my camera....These little crits I found while traveling through New Mexico. (Ctrl click to get a full-screen view) *cheerio ~ toodle pip*

Technorati Tags: Nikon D80, Critters,

A Blogger's Best Friend (Scroll down for WW)

2008-07-15T20:26:00.004-07:00

I'll tell ya what. I've been blogging for more than a year now and when I'm not posting or writing in prepare of my post, I'm searching (in my spare time) for ways to increase my traffic. After all, why are we here otherwise? As a memoirist, I hope to publish my book. No, really. I do. So why not jump in head first and make it happen...b4 it happens? Yeah whatever. Stop laughing. I'm gonna write it. Now, since I've been a member of Entrecard, I have intensified my bubbliness meter: I've increased my traffic, gained new friends and readers --> All is well in the bloggysphere. Then today, I happened upon something even more special. It's a partnership with SezWho ~ they plunked right down into Entrecard's lap and are making things even better.

Get a load of this. If you comment on somebody's blog who also has SezWho installed, you get advertising credits. This is killer kool. Here are the rules:

1.) Installing SezWho on your blog: 100 points

2.) Writing a Blog Post about the partnership: 100 points

3.) Use a “bonus title” for your post: 50 points (get a bonus title by emailing graham@entrecard.com). You cannot mention in the post that it is a bonus title.

4.) Tweeting on twitter about the partnership: 50 points

5.) Commenting on SOMEONE ELSE’s post about the partnership (Entrecard or otherwise), and mention your favorite thing about the Entrecard - SezWho partnership: 50 points

There are 350 possible points. So comment on this blog post, link to every “entry” for the contest you have, and tally your score. We’ll confirm the scores manually, and award the following prizes:

1st place for members who earn maximum number of 350 points: 5,000 credits

2nd place for members who earn 300 points: 2000 credits

3rd place for members who earn 250 points: 1000 credits

4th place for members who earn 200 points: 500 credits

I'm jazzed. I hope you are too. Play along. Enjoy. Life is short. Good luck. Peace out.

Wordless Wednesday #28 (Tuesday Edition)

2008-07-14T20:22:00.002-07:00

Technorati Tags: Humor, Wordless Wednesday,

Magic Lamp of Luck ~ Hey Why Not

2008-07-14T18:57:00.009-07:00

Mel (Attitude, The Ultimate Power) said:

"The mighty Genie King and the beautiful Genie Princess from the magical Land of Faraway are back! Upon escaping the clutches of their Evil Master after being held captive for 1000 years, the magical genies have been busy flying on their Magical Flying Carpet, granting wishes and spreading love throughout the blogosphere.And now, the genies are back with a special gift for everyone! Behold the sacred, Magic Lamp of Luck! With this magic lamp, your blog will enjoy much good luck and fortune, warding off all things evil lurking around in the blogosphere. We would like to share this magic lamp with you so please pass on the Magic Lamp of Luck to those in need of some good luck. Remember, do not be greedy or unkind, evil or vengeful and good luck & fortune will always be with you! Join us on another exciting magical adventure as we spread goodwill and good luck to one and all!"

* Start Copy Here*

1. Add your site(s) to the list once you have received the Magic Lamp of Luck.

2. Pass on the Magic Lamp of Luck to as many people as you like. After all, everyone needs some good luck!

3. Leave a comment HERE once you’ve passed on the Magic Lamp of Luck. Once the Genie King and Genie Princess have visited your site to make sure your links are complete and proper, you will then be added to the Master List.

4. To ensure everyone receives equal link benefit, please UPDATE your list regularly!

1-Mariuca 2-First Time Dad 3-Mariuca's Perfume Gallery 4-Emila's Illustrated Blog 5-The Other Side of Emila 6-My Sweet Escape 7-Bay Head Blog 8-Roxiticus Desperate Housewives 9-LadyJava's Lounge 10-Petty Ramblings of a Petty Queen 11-The Real Deal 12-Pinay Mommy Online 13-Perpustakaan 14-LadyJava Life's Pages 15-Make Money Online 16-Cat Tales 17-LadyJava's Food Paradise 18-Being Woman 19-Spicybug 20-Biz-N-Honey 21-Aeirin's Collections 22-Sasha Say s 23-Project Heavy Traffic 24-Picture Clusters 25-My Wanderings 26-Maiylah's Snippets 27-Moments of Colours 28-Life Quest 29-BigMoneyList 30-The Best Parts 31-Morphed 32-Buhay Pinoy 33-Galatayo 34-Blogging Tips 35-Apples Of The Eyes 36-My Own Utopia 37-Sasha's Corner 38-Under One Roof 39-Say Cheese 40-A Great Pleasure 41-A Life in Bloom 42-Because Life is a Blessing 43-Digiscraptology 44-Xixi 45-Ode to Adrienne 46-CrankyDave 47-Simple Life 48-Dew Drops 49-The Journey 50-Mastering Your PC 51-Day Break 52-A Little Girl Talk 53-Mom Knows Everything 54-Day to Day 55-1 of a Kind Wis 56-It's a woman's world! 57-Breather 58-Photo Hook 59-Letterbox 60-Asian Mutt International 61-Dream Doe Philosophy 62-MommyAlehs Up-Close And Personal 63-Livin' the Life! 64-Restnrileks 65-English Corner 66-English Grammar 67-Bodybuilding & Fitness 68-Everything you need 69-One Stop Games 70-Blockbluster Movie Trailers 71-Bodybuilding & Human Growth Hormone 72-World of Tennis 73-Men's Health & Tips 74-Internet Marketing Strategy & Tips 75-Latest Technology 76-Tentang Binaraga 77-Berita Seputar Selebriti 78-Panduan Kesehatan 79-Insurance For You 80-Crissy's Zone 81-Crissy's Library 82-Crissy's Haven 83-sHeNzEe's wOrLd 84-Voice Of The Spirit 85-Best Cuisine Recipes 86-Stand My Ground 87-SeeNRead 88-This Is A Miracle 89-I AM KCAT 90-Traipsey Turvey 91-GBeX & DOm 92-Spun By A Seanachie 93-ISL Family 94-D' Cooking Mudra 95-'Story' the Great 96-UmmiRosma 97-Munirah Abd 98-Atie 99-Hit-or-Miss 100-Twisted Sister 101-Laketrees Artist 102-Blessed Sanctuary 103-Comedy Plus 104-Blogging By Sandee 105-Living Life to the Fullest 106-Speech-Less 107-Happy Life 108-My Discoveries 109-Strangely Out Of Place 110-Rooms of My Heart 111-The Paper Vision 112-Luxurious Retreats 113-Reef 114-Weekend Snapshot 115-Blessie's Finds 116-Confessions of An Army Wife 117-My Pooch Life 118-Five Martini Lunch 119-TIPS FROM THE TRAILER 120-PoeARTica 121-STAY AT HOME MOM 122-Rantings of a Woman 123-Sjtl's Weblog 124-Turn-u-Off 125-My World in My Own Word 126-Shawie 127-A New Saga 128-Janeth Vicy's Life Journey 129-Simple Reveries 130-Berry Blog 131-Touts4u 132-My So Called Life 133-La Vida es Hermosa 134-Speedcat Hollydale Page 135-mangosteenskin 136-Choc Mint Girl 137-Of Colors And Styles 138-Pinaymama's Diary 139-My Life's Rollercoaster Ride 140-My Life...My Journey! 141-Bonoriau 142-Jenny and Belle 143-Read My Mind 144-A Sweet Taste Of Life 145-Shopping Blog 146-Precious Moments 147-Feydakin 148-Hot Shit Form Here 149-A Mother's Simple Thoughts 150-Daily Ramblings Rendezvous 151-Miss Moneypenny's Comical Posts Undercover 152-My Precious Niche 153-FunFierceFabulous 154-Colorful World of Shiela 155-Me,myself+2 156-Ozzy's Mom 157-Let's talk about MJ 158-Great people make us feel we can become great 159-A Family Man 160-Just the way it is... 161-In Depth 162-Attitude, the ULTIMATE POWER 163-Are You Grateful? 164-Complain Complain Complain 165-My Little Black Pot 166-Notes By Marvic 167-Aku Pelukis 168-Jiwasintetik 169-Foster Me Up 70-Life: Thoughts & Inspirations 171-The Callalily Space 172-Mommyhood and Me 173-Bits and Pieces 174-La Place de Cherie 175-Through The Rain 176-YOU Next!

No need to be tagged to play. Just copy and paste...reason why I do these 'cause they're quick and we spread lots of lovies.

Yard Art......NOT.

2008-07-14T13:23:00.009-07:00

While waiting for my cousin to come home (Littleton, CO), me and M&M hung out in her back yard. We discovered what we thought at first, second, and third glance was really nice yard art *giggling* Then we saw them breathe.

(Mule Deer, I believe. Right?) *lovies*

Technorati Tags: Nikon D80, Mule Deer,

Creative Photography ~ In my mind, that is.

2008-07-09T15:08:00.012-07:00

Having fun in Kansas. Doesn't take much, but I am curious. Is it obvious what this is?
BTW: Go see Roger's new Creative site --> He rocks! <-- and enter the contest. I don't do it to win (obviously); I just like to play the game. You should do the same.

Technorati Tags: Nikon D80,

Wordless Wednesday #27 (Tuesday Edition)

2008-07-07T11:14:00.011-07:00

Couple Arizona lakes, Long Beach, Mexico, Colorado and Kansas twice. This is just one of the many critters I discovered along the way. She seems relaxed. I tend to take heed. Wish me luck.

Technorati Tags: Nikon D80, Wordless Wednesday, Wild Critters,

Happy Holidays ~ Be Safe

2008-07-04T10:30:00.008-07:00

One flag, one land, one heart, one hand, One Nation evermore! -Oliver Wendell Holmes. Happy 4th of July all. *smackies*

Technorati Tags: Holiday, Fourth of July,

Giggle Anyone? (Scroll down to p/u ur Chuck-Love)

2008-06-20T08:20:00.004-07:00

Going on another trip. Hope to see you somewhere in the middle. Have a great weekend. *lovies*

Technorati Tags: Humor,

Giddy With Gaiety (Scroll down for Creative Photo)

2008-06-19T08:54:00.019-07:00

Charmed, I'm sure, for jump'n in and playing with me so nicely in my ~~sandbox~~ pool. Yes, pool. If you guessed this (WW/Creative Photo) to be a shadow of what appears to be a woman in my swimming pool, you are the proud recipient of my Chuck-Love. Please take my bling and display it proudly.

The two who guessed it 100% are my BFF, Alisa (you really need to get a blog, missy) and Elizabeth at Table For Five. *jumping for joy*

Those of you who guessed it almost completely, you also are awarded my love...due to high levels of giddy gaiety *winky winky* Here are the rest of the lucky winners:

It’s a Blog Eat Blog World
Comedy Plus
Writer Cramps
Chica & Pumuckl - Living with funny Cats in Egypt
Random Thoughts
Work of the Poet
Napaboaniya APAD
Frozen Moments
Tidbits of the Tippets
Agring’s Home & Garden
Single Parents Unite!
Through Frigga’s Eyes
Mama PJ
Sacred Ruminations
The Right Blue
Livin’ With Me!
Bobkats Photos

It means so much to me that you stopped by, even if you didn't gander at a guess. To you folkies who provided the viewing audience with clever ideas like:

the curve of furniture behind frosted glass (Sandy),
the top of a bottle (Sue),
glass and that's the pattern of the metal in the glass (Sandee - I took your other guess anyhoo *giggling*),
legs/tail of a stuffed horse begind a shower door (Jenn in Holland),
shower door and curves (Marcia),
sculpture (Jim),
close up of a letter typed on a piece of paper in a typewriter (Elizabeth - but you got it the 2nd time around *yay*),
something on top of a snowy windshield (Mimi Lenox),
sand in a glass (David Mcmahon),
alien body curves...maybe a cala lily through frosted glass (Michelle and Kimmie - cala lilies),
made me think of being under a boat (Dianne - hey, was that a guess??),
designs ON shower glass door (Eastcoast Life),
and something BEHIND a frosted shower door (Snoopmurph)....

I give you *humungo huggies ~n lotsa lovies*

Honorable-mention, green-ribbon winners (you folks who came over for cold beverages, but sat in the shade): Rog, Jams Odonnell, Pretty Life Online, Tink, Ellen B, Alison, Andrée, Gallicissa, Vixen, and Nap Warden,

I bequeath *sloppy wet kissies*

Please come back. We'll do it again. And it'll be fun again.

Technorati Tags: Pay it Forward, Awards,

Wordless Wednesday/Creative Photography

2008-06-17T00:00:00.001-07:00

Sometimes I am the proud photographer.

(Tell me where & what this is, you get blog bling; if I win, Roger, Creative Photography gives me blog bling! *smackies*)

Technorati Tags: Nikon D80, Wordless Wednesday,

Rip's B.A.D. Ride Featuring Larry Hagman

2008-06-16T07:00:00.009-07:00

As promised, here's the famous dude I said I would post earlier. I've been a fan since I Dream of Jeannie and later Dallas, so to learn first hand the ailments Mr. Hagman has suffered and the charities he's sponsored, it was a great honor to stand by his side. Read more about our B.A.D. ride to Long Beach here (B.A.D. = Bikers Against Diabetes), a fundraiser featuring Larry Hagman. {Additionally/ironically, my mom's b-day is today ; she too has Diabetes and recently lost most of her eyesight. Prayers to you, mama and happy birthday.} More pics from the ride to follow ~ Stay tuned. *smackies* (p.s. My NBFF, P, is also pictured here *winky winky*)

Technorati Tags: Rip's B.A .D. Ride, Edema, Diabetes Fundraiser, Larry Hagman,

Happy Father's Day All You Dads

2008-06-15T09:57:00.009-07:00

Happy Father's Day, M&M. Since 1981, you've been my special friend. Now, you're a loving dad and everything I never thought I'd be blessed to have. You're my world; you're my life, and though you're struggling with your kids and have dealt with so much pain, on this day, you truly deserve the best. I love you.

_________
I'm so sorry your son has broken your heart and this poem elicited no response from your baby girl. Hang in there and know I'm always by your side.

Today I sit and look back
At the world as it has passed me by.
My heart has broken in many places
I hope it will not die.

My daughter is afraid of me
I really do not know why.
I never stopped loving her
She has not heard my cry.

My arms long to hold her
And my eyes yearn to see her smile.
Doesn’t she know I am here
And for her I would walk a mile.

There is much she does not know
The past has scarred her view.
I never wanted to miss her grow
This is so very very true.

Everyday I pray for her love
In a moment it can be restored.
Oh where oh where is that dove
That can tell her that she is adored.

Yesterday would not be soon enough
For her and I to embrace.
For it is only God that can bring her back
Through His mercy and His grace.

Dad, Daddy, Pops, Papa and Father
They are only names.
However without a daughter
There is only a man that still remains.

This man that writes these words
Cried throughout his hearts expressions.
He wiped his eyes and blew his nose
Then wondered if she will ask any questions.

I love you my girl!

Dad!

Technorati Tags: Father's Day, Holiday,

I'm Think'n I Should Have One

2008-06-12T16:59:00.010-07:00

Celebrating the anni portion of my Anni-Blogo-Versary I mentioned on Tuesday. Six years with M&M. Big day so post more tomorrow. Just smile at the piggie. *snort*

Technorati Tags: Humor, Critters,

Anni-blogo-versary Giveaway. Yay.

2008-06-10T13:13:00.018-07:00

Hiya. Chuck here. I'm back. Sorry I didn't get this posted earlier this morning (*ahem* Mary and Emily). I'm a ~~bit~~ lot beat, as we returned home late last eve. from a very long motorcycle ride for charity (see here). What fun and oh so exhilarating. I'll write more about it this week as well as post a pic of me and a famous dude that attended.

However, I'm not done. As promised, in honor of my one-year blogo and six-year anni versaries, I want to give some more. What can I say. I rock.

Find out what the gifts are...

For Laughter (Jeff Dunham's Spark of Insanity DVD):

For Love (Like Family, Growing up in other people's Houses, a memoir by Paula McLain):

Now, let's play - if you want to. If you don't, just give me a hug or something. Moving on.

Rules are simple. (I wanted to be more creative. But I guess I just couldn't dig deep enough.)

1) Post a comment telling me why you should have one or the other. Be as creative or as basic as you like. The funniest will get the DVD; the most moving will get the book.

2) Yes, Eastcoastlife, *winky winky* anybody can play - no matter what part of the world you're in. The more the merrier, I always say.

3) Last day to submit your thoughts will be July 1. I'll post the winner on July 5.

Ez pz.

Thanks for joining in my give fest. You know I love ya. *sloppy wet ones ~n lots o' big bear huggies* ...Oh, and a special shout-out to Peppermint Patty for helping me out on Saturday ~more bigger lovies com'n your way~

Technorati Tags: Pay it Forward, Rip's B.A.D. Ride XI,

Two Wheels for Two

2008-06-07T17:12:00.009-07:00

Hiya! This is Peppermint Patty reporting in live from Kansas on behalf of Charlie Brown who is currently on her way to Long Beach riding in support of B~A~D (Bikers Against Diabetes). Check back in on Tuesday when she returns to celebrate her anni-blogo-versary. (psssst - There will be a give-away...) I know. You're so excited you can't stand it. So, I'll let you in on a secret. She mentioned something about a DVD and a book. *oh boy oh boy*

Good weekend to you all. Over and out.

Technorati Tags: Pay it Forward, Rip's B.A.D. Ride XI,

Dona Nobis Pacem

2008-06-04T07:30:00.006-07:00

Technorati Tags: Meme,

The BlogBlast For Peace Meme ~ Join The Revolution

2008-06-03T01:00:00.012-07:00

The BlogBlast For Peace Meme ~ Join The Revolution

Mimi, the QUEEN of meme's, the creator of The Peace Globes, the author of BlogBlast for Peace has come up with another brilliant idea. She is treating her Peace Globes as a meme to spread this wonderful event. I've been away, so I'm a bit tardy, however, here I be. Finally. Everybody, please join in. This is for a very good cause.

Here's what Mimi says:

Peace Globes did not begin as a meme. But it began to behave like a meme. Blog to blog to blog. Like a fog. We didn't use the word "tag" ....but that's what we did when we invited others in our blogrolls to participate. The fact that you did so without the obligatory tag is proof that the concept is powerful.It's a fact that the fastest and most effective way to spiral an idea out of control in the blogosphere is via a meme. I should know! The 700+ bloggers who participated in past launches (and that truly is the tip of The-Iceberg-I-Never-Found) knows what it means to them. It's about unity. We have that in spades. It's about activism, awareness, crossing political lines, making a statement and sharing ideas. We've done that. We have the vision as a core group of bloggers for peace; but we do not - yet - have the power in numbers behind the message.

**start copy**

BlogBlast For Peace Meme ~ Join The RevolutionHere are the rules and the story. Copy this into a post, ADD YOUR NAME to the bottom of the tag list and tag as many people as you'd like.

The Peace Globe project began in the fall of 2006 with a simple post from one blog, Mimi Writes. The post ignited a flame in the blogosphere. The flame became a passion. The passion became a movement. It amazingly traveled from blog to blog to blog across the globe. Bloggers wrote passionate articles on what peace means to them, along with the promise of three Latin words scribbled on a globe - Dona Nobis Pacem (Grant Us Peace) - branded with the integrity of their names or blog names. It was positively inspiring to watch. And it began to happen all over the world - from Singapore to China to Afghanistan to Brooklyn.

It was simple.
And powerful.
In just one day, bloggers from all across the globe will blog for peace.
We will speak with one voice. One subject. One day.
Won't you join us?
June 4, 2008

How To Get Your Peace Globe In 4 easy steps!

1) Choose one of the four Peace Globe designs in this post. Right CLICK and SAVE in JPG format.

2) Sign the globe using Paint, Photoshop or a similar graphics tool. Decorate the globe anyway you wish. You can even include the name of your blog. Click here for hundreds of inspiring examples from previous BlogBlasts.

3) Return the peace globe to me via email ~ mimiwrites2005 at yahoo.com - Let me know your blog's name and url by leaving a comment here and signing the Mr. Linky. Your submission will be numbered and dated in the official gallery . Your globe and post will be listed on the Official BlogBlast For Peace website and The Peace Globe Posts page.

4) Here's the most important part -- On June 4, 2008 DISPLAY YOUR GLOBE IN A POST. Title your post "Dona Nobis Pacem". This is important. The goal is for all blog post titles to say the same thing on the same day. Write about peace that day or simply fly your globe.

Click here for examples of peace globe posts from previous BlogBlasts.

(Go HERE for the other 3 globe template choices!)

If you'd like to help spread the word, take this button to your site.

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You do not have to be tagged to play!Please consider passing this meme through the blogosphere.This is Mimi Pencil Skirt reporting fromthe lovely land of the Peace Globes.Memeing the Movement.

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Technorati Tags: Meme,

Sharing The Love Award

2008-06-02T10:51:00.006-07:00

Memoirs of a Mommy has given a little piece of herself to me and a few other honorees. This is probably one of the nicest awards I've gotten in the entire year I've been in the sphere. What a nice thing to say, Crystal and a nice award to come home to. Your heart is humungo. *big smackies~kissies~huggies* {click here to learn more about her story --> a must read.}

Here's what she says about the award along with a list of the other happy bloggy recipients:

I'm sharing my love blogging award with my favorite blogs. You can read all about it here. But the blogs I've listed below are some of the blogs I have on my reader that I can't go a day without checking.

I've become attached to these people. Some probably don't know I read their blogs, (why? Because I read them on my phone which is really hard to comment so I end up being a naughty lurker, bad blog etiquette I know. I'm sorry.) Others are not just my friends in blogging but in my daily life and I could NOT live without them!!

So I am sharing my love with them all because they share their love with me by posting the joy, the sadness, the randomness that is their life and because they share their lives with me by being my friend through the happy and the sad times through my good days and my bad days. And for putting up with me when my neurons misfire and I even annoy myself. I love you all!!

the world: through the eyes of ME
Tidbits of the Tippuli (Jen's blog is private for those of you who are invited, sorry!)
Miracles Happen
The Cutest Little Family
A Place I call Home
A "Sample" of Jennifer's Thoughts
Anna's Place
Barker Adventures
Believer in Balance
Cafe at the End of the Universe
Cameron's and Melissa's Broadcast
Checketts
Comedy Plus
Dan Donaldson Family
Dallas Miao'd
Dandelion Wishes...
Evil Clomid
Foster Me Up
Gus Gang
Hootin' Anni's
Kaidence
Life at Gale Speed...Don't Blink!
Life in a Fish Bowl
Life Simply Lived (Mickey's blog is private too. Sorry!)
LIFESONG
Livin with Me
Meet the Barkers
Mental Poo
Mimi
Mom of 3 Girls
My Chaos My Bliss
Not Afraid To Use It
Our Baby Beckham
Our Fun Funky Life
Our Happy Happenings
Pensieve
Purple Valley
Rambling Shan
Random Thoughts
RDH Mom
Rhett's Journey
Roberts Family
Secret Agent Mama
Skittles Place
Soggy Cheerios
State of Confusion
The Bergers
The Gourley Family
The Groffs
The Incoherent Ramblings of a Stay at Home Mom
The Rounds Rock
The Quigley Family
Up The Hill Gang Thanks again, ever so much, my friend, Crystal.

If you visit me and you see this award, it's most likely because you are a regular to my site. I would like to return the favor and pay this forward. Please take it and display it proudly knowing I am here thinking of you. Your pal, Chuck.

Technorati Tags: Humor, Pay it Forward,

Swept Away for 10 Days and Something Else You Knead to Know

2008-06-02T10:24:00.006-07:00

M&M took me to the lake for 'bout 6 days longer than planned. He provides me with a life of luxury you see.

No wifi....Oh. BTW. We headed out after I got my root canal. Now you're all filled in.

Back now. Good times. *smackies w/out tooth pain*

Now. Please take a moment and join me in remembering a great icon of the entertainment community...

The Pillsbury Doughboy died yesterday of a yeast infection and trauma complications from repeated pokes in the belly. He was 71.

Doughboy was buried in a lightly greased coffin. Dozens of celebrities turned out to pay their respects, including Mrs. Butterworth, Hungry Jack, the California Raisins, Betty Crocker, the Hostess Twinkies, and Captain Crunch. The grave site was piled high with flours.

Aunt Jemima delivered the eulogy and lovingly described Doughboy as a man who never knew how much he was kneaded. Doughboy rose quickly in show business, but his later life was filled with turnovers. He was not considered a very smart cookie, wasting much of his dough on half-baked schemes. Despite being a little flaky at times he still was a crusty old man and was considered a positive roll model for millions.

Doughboy is survived by his wife Play Dough, two children, John Dough and Jane Dough, plus they had one in the oven.. He is also survived by his elderly father, Pop Tart.

The funeral was held at 3:50 for about 20 minutes.

If this made you smile for even a brief second, please rise to the occasion and take time to pass it on and share that smile with someone else who may be having a crumby day and kneads it.

Technorati Tags: Humor, Vacation,

Wordless Wednesday #25 (Tuesday Edition)

2008-05-20T09:00:00.002-07:00

Technorati Tags: Humor, Wordless Wednesday,

Statement of Gratitude

2008-05-16T18:54:00.011-07:00

The GRATITUDE Challenge
Monday Morning Power created this fabo MeMe and asked that we all participate by making a personal deposit in the Gratitude pool. Great thinking. (Note - - play if you like. Just click on the "read more" link below and follow his clever instructions).

Here's my dump:

Post-Traumatic-Stress-Free

I am grateful for my position in life, and who I have become because of the choices I have made. I am calm --> Nuf said.

Peace out.
___________
footnote: thanks, Mel for creating a positive place to hang. *squeezies*

1) Compose a "Statement of Gratitude" (Why are you grateful and what are you grateful for?) This can be serious or funny.
2) Post this statement with a creative title.
3) Copy from "START COPY*" through "*END COPY*," and paste at the end of your post. Add your site to the end of the list.
4) Tagging is optional but encouraged.
5) Once completed, leave me a comment with the link to your post or email the link to Yes (at) AreYouGrateful (dot) Com
6) I will add your post to my site with a link back and add your site to the main list.
7) I suggest keeping your list current so that everyone who participates gets maximum benefit.

Go HERE for more details (optional.)

*START COPY*

In order to be able to achieve and maintain happiness we need to, actively, be able to do two things:

1) Complain and then let go (Dump the baggage, the roadblocks to happiness.)
2) Openly Express Gratitude (The open expression of gratitude promotes happiness.)

After all, everyone has something to be grateful for and/or something to complain about. If you would like to accept the challenge, please follow the appropriate link and do so: "Are You Grateful?", "Complain Complain Complain."Contributors to "Are You Grateful?" & "Complain Complain Complain" are: 1-Attitude, the Ultimate Power 2-Max 3-DianaCA's Metamorphoses 4-Mental Poo 5-My Thoughts 6-Baba Doodlius 7-Wake Up America 8-Life is a Roller Coaster 9-Life and Me 10-pinay mommy's love blog 11-My Happiness Haven 12-And Life Goes On for a Filipino Mom 13-Blessed Sanctuary 14-Expressions And Thoughts 15-Memories by Jenn 16-Reminiscence of My Adventures 17-In the Life of Mne 18-Juliana's Lair 19-Pinay Wahm 20-Lucid Creativity 21-Winged Words 22-Irresistible Fascinations 23-A Little Time 24-See Me For What You Will 25-Greatest Reviews 26-ETC ATBP 27-Gandacious 28-We Are Family 29-Journey to this thing called LIFE 30-http://www.rajeshrana.net/ 31-http://www.rajeshrana.com/ 32-BaReFooTeD Me 33-Uncomplicated 34-Points of View 35-Pride & Prejudice 36-Colorful World 37-Nora's Notes 38-A Daily Walk With Bill & Gina 39-Strange but True 40-Everything Under The Sun ( Beth Rebokon ) 41-Kaleidoscope 42-Fil-Oz Blog 43-http://oscar-vg.blogspot.com/ 44-Comedy Plus 45-Blogging by Sandee 46-Soul Meets World 47-Mae's Memoirs 48-Beyond the Rave Reality 49-Amori, poesie, arte, chat by Hanna 50-Attached at the Hip 51-Carver's Sight or is that Site? 52-Empress Reviews 53-Simple Pleasures In My Heart 54-Lourdes' mia 55-A Grateful Heart 56-Majorsleepyhead 57-Scrappy n Happy in Ohio 58-CHOC MINT GIRL 59-Extraordinary Things 60-ZOOROPAZOO 61-BeNolSatuEm 62-As The World Turns 63-Your Caring Angels 64-Life Is Wonderful To Know Everyday 65-Sugar Magnolias 66-Little Peanut 67-Creative In Me 68-Me and Mine 69-Pea in a Pod 70-the diary of the Pink & Brown Wedding 71-good thoughts, good trades, good life 72-My Blog - all things me 73-Rainbows 74-Little Corner of Mine 75-Me, Myself and I 76-My Planet Purple 77-Amel's Realm 78-A Handful of Surprises 79-A Detour 80-Something Purple 81-Vanity Kit 82-Are You Grateful? 83-A Simple Life 84-BlogTips.Com 85-Balitang Kalye 86-Mariuca 87- Emila Yusof 88-A Total Blog 89-My Life in this Wonderful World 90-MommyAllehs 91-Things That Suck 92-A Mother's Stuff 93-Princess Vien 94-My Inner Thoughts Revealed 95-Roxiticus Desperate Housewives 96-Apples Of The Eyes 97-Nita's Random Thoughts 98-Nita's Corner 99-Thomas Digital Services 100-A Mother's Thoughts101-Meltwater. Torrents. Meanderings. Delta 102-My Perfect Escape 103-Vanidosa. Marie 104-Confessions of a Supermodel Wannabe 105-Lynda's Loft 106-Listening..Learning..Living 107-LadyJava's Lounge 108-The Painted Veil 109-Poeartica 110-Maryannaville 111-the life of a psychotic weirdo 112-CARPE DIEM 113-Turn-u-Off 114-asian mutt international 115-Petty Ramblings of a Petty Queen 116-LIFE IS A ROLLER COASTER 117-AZZY'S BLOG-A-ROONIE! 118-glad to be here 119-WilStop 120-Dare to Blog 121-WebGeek Journal 122- Foster Me Up

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Go HERE for the Link-Love list.

Technorati Tags: MeMe, Inspiration,

Blogging Personality

2008-05-15T07:00:00.000-07:00

Your Blogging Type is Artistic and Passionate

You see your blog as the ultimate personal expression - and work hard to make it great.

One moment you may be working on a new dramatic design for your blog...

And the next, you're passionately writing about your pet causes.

Your blog is very important - and you're careful about who you share it with.

What's Your Blogging Personality?

Just a fun little quick game I got from Pam. She's adorable and always does cute stuff like this. I love her.

Technorati Tags: Blog Tests,

Wordless Wednesday #24 (Tuesday Edition)

2008-05-13T13:06:00.006-07:00

This won a National Geographic Best Photo Award...No, it's not mine, silly people.

Technorati Tags: Humor, Wordless Wednesday,

You've GOT to be Kidding - Immigration Snafu

2008-05-13T03:00:00.002-07:00

I don't do news, politics, etc; but,yesterday it caught my eye b4 I had a chance to click the off switch. I was too late. I saw. I heard:

Five Mexican residents were arrested yesterday for smuggling 53 illegal immigrants and placing them in a single-family "drop house" in Phoenix, against their will, with no food or water for days...so they could obtain $2500 for each individual.

Disgusting. That's all I have to say. Somebody get me a gun. Oh wait. *scratching chin* Methinks me needs to stay calm, be non-judgmental and a Christian. *Hmmf* Maybe if Mexican folk were out of the 18-25 age-range, I would feel differently ?--? Uhno. ---Maybe has something to do with the fact they're practically in my back yard.(News story found here.)

Does this make others want to murder? *argh*

Technorati Tags: Illegal Immigrants, Smugglers, Drop House,

Blessings to Mom

2008-05-12T08:31:00.003-07:00

Here's to all you mothers out there. Hoping you had a blessed and celebratory weekend. (This is a baby made out of sugar...Sweet, isn't he?)

Technorati Tags: Family, Holiday,

Have a Cuddly Weekend, All

2008-05-09T12:04:00.004-07:00

How many eyes do you see?

Technorati Tags: Family,

Elephant Stew

2008-05-08T07:47:00.011-07:00

Life has taken me in a new direction as of late, but I can't stop thinking about the world I left behind. So, I've stopped in to say hello, to let you know I miss you, namely, (those regular contributors to my drivel listed below):

Amori, Poesie, Arte, Chat

Answers to the Questions

Attitude, The Ultimate Power

Beloved-Eleanor

Café at the End of The Universe

Causes Rats in Lab Cancer

Comedy Plus

Creation in Progress

DianeCA’s Metamorphoses

Enjoying the Ride

Gratitude Journal

Happy Wonderer

Holland Life

Idaho Daily Photo

It's a Blog Eat Blog World

Joy Is My Goal

June Cleaver Nirvana

Life with Colin

Livin' With Me

Lucid Creativity

Makimeji

OneLuvGurl

Nap Warden

Not a DIY Life

On a Limb with Claudia

Random Thoughts

Red Sox Mommy

RennyBA's Terella

Simple Beauty

Sacred Ruminations

Scrappy N Happy

Single Parents Unite

Small Reflections

Speed Cat Hollydale

Talk..to..Grams!

The beginning of the End

Happy Wonderer

The Poor Mouth

The Teach

The Vasquez 3

Thoughts from Miller Manor

Tidbits of The Tippets

Top Five

Verb

West of Mars

What Works for Us

Work of the Poet

Writing in Faith

...and to share a family recipe provided by dear mom during my recent visit to her in the great land of Oz. She couldn't see the old book, so she handed it to me requesting I find "Elephant Stew" in the index. Though her vision has almost completely been taken by Edema, she still managed to find a giggle down deep; we laughed together till we about cried. Hence, in honor of her, here's her famous stew concoction. To your good health and to laughter too. *grinnies*

Elephant Stew

1 medium-sized elephant
brown gravy to cover
Salt & pepper
2 rabbits (optional)

Cut the elephant into bite-sized pieces. This should take about 2 months. Add the brown gravy and cook over a kerosene fire about 4 weeks at 465 degrees Fahrenheit. This will serve about 3800 people. If more are expected, add your 2 rabbits, but do this only if necessary, as most people do not like to find hare in their stew.

Technorati Tags: Health, Edema, Family, Humor,

Get'r Done!

2008-04-10T16:53:00.009-07:00

All you who have been wondering/worrying about me, thank you. You're too lovely. I'm here, just not in front of my blogging machine. I'm running again - every day. Look at me go. Also doing weight training and pilates nightly. Extensive training also includes organic foods, protein shakes and absopositively no sugar, bread, meat or alcohol. *yippee* Feel seriously super. The Master Cleanser really did a number on me; it changed my way of thinking. Literally. So, just lov'n life and missing my bloggy buddies. Will visit you soon. Hope you're all well and living each day as if it's your last and are taking care of yourselves as well. *huggies*

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Wordless Wednesday #22

2008-04-09T14:10:00.005-07:00

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Wordless Wednesday #21 (Tuesday Edition)

2008-03-25T08:43:00.003-07:00

Camping in our Fusion- Vaca. Hope all is well and everyone had a nice Easter. *heart cha*

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Wordless Wednesday #20 (Tuesday Edition)

2008-03-18T11:14:00.001-07:00

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Approaching 40; 40; 40 and above - & Fit-abulous!

2008-03-13T22:00:00.020-07:00

I'd like to play a ~~meme~~ game. On Saturday. (See, I stumbled across a an "Over 50" blogroll at Sandee's place and decided it was time to get go'n on the prior decade.)

Players: Those rapidly approaching 40, already landed smack-dab on 40, or who have long-since embraced 40 (and see the less-wise folk eating sassy-dust in their rear-view mirrors -- in other words, you're 50 or 60, etc.)...Anybody else who believes they could gain from playing in the sandbox, should.

Behind the Tattoo: Right around my 40th, the puzzle pieces fit. The big picture landed in front of my eyeballs --> I have a never-ending need to find peace and balance in my life by staying FIT spiritually, mentally, emotionally and physically. Now that I'm ~~way smarter, wiser, funnier, and better looking~~ figuring it out *giggling*, I'd love to hear about your experiences/knowledge too. Let's perform brain-cell stimulation *yippee* and help each other thru life.

Rules:

1) Share a brief statement or two on how your yang (positive) has overcome your yin (negative) in the past week -- How have you become FIT on many levels of your life? How did you step on butthead, adversity? {Although the symbol's shape indicates continual movement of the 2 energies, I believe the balance comes from our behavior allowing the positive to outweigh the negative}; and,

2) Leave your link here at the Chuck hub so all participants know you've spewed. Meet and greet. We make linky-love (tip: use Mr. Linky).

Extras: I'll display a code to make it easier to steal the 40 and Fit-abulous button (which may change - knowing me) and start a blogroll too. I'll have games and awards down the road too. If you're in, come play - "Contact Me" button is sitting on top my bald head.

Rock~n~roll. Party on. Peace out. *smackers*

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Thursday Thirteen #14 (scroll down for WW)

2008-03-12T13:54:00.007-07:00

Thirteen Items I Purchased For Upcoming Costume Party(Can you guess what I'm going as?)
1. Pink wig
2. Matching pink, leopard eye lashes
3. Rhinestone and black eye-lid jewelry
4. Large, hoop, rhinestone ear rings
5. Large, gaudy, faux diamond rings (both clear and pink)
6. Several bracelets - silver, rhinestones, couple pink
7. Rhinestone and silver necklace shaped like a neck tie
8. Black and white, chunky, stiletto heals
9. Large, wide belt to go with black and white spandex dress
10. Fake tattoos (one for around my arm and the other in chest area)
11. Long nails
12. Nail decoration - flowers and rhinestones
13. Fishnet stockings (actually own these already (don't ask), but I didn't buy anything else.

C'mon now - tell me what I am (and don't use it against me). Note: keep in mind this is a rated G site *wink*

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Wordless Wednesday #19 (Tuesday Edition)

2008-03-11T09:56:00.007-07:00

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