Best/Worse/What did I learn today? visit with friends

How is your dad today Holly? When do you work next? Weekend I believe!

Betty love the garden photos.
LK jellybeans. YUM

Good Mom said he slept most of the day. My DIL stopped to visit them.
This week I work 7-4 Wed,Thru,Fri. Next week better hours. Ric packs my lunch for me and today there was a card in it. Just a little love ya type. He use to do that when I worked full time.

Awe how sweet Holly! Ilm sure he misses you terribly! I'm so amazed that today's technology allows for heart such a proceedure and come home so quickly!

Off to bed...waving as I go

LK - Glad you're talking to the manager now - you deserve so much more than 12 nights at the hotel! Hope the exercises help the swelling - are you on any anti-inflammatory meds?

Betty - you want more pics, you got 'em girl!

awwwww Holly - how sweet of your DH!

I am sooo excited I can not stop wiggling!! Chris Campbell and I have found a Cabin for our Trip in May. We will be sharing a wonderful cabin in the mountains and it is really nice according to the pictures!! I talked the the very nice man on the phone and he says if we want we can have our RU's there this Fall and next spring too! Fruity is coming to spend the night on Saturday and we are planing a campfire and Margaritas!! I so wish you could all be there!! The cabin has 2 bedrooms and a loft. It sleeps 8 according to the info. But It looks like you could sleep more!! Heck the kids will probley want to sleep in tents! It has a huge front porch to! and a really nice fireplace! Chris and I are doing the HAPPY DANCE!! We were on the phone and giggling and having fits over the views of the 23 acres of land it is on!!

Here is a link so you can all see how big this place is and you will not believe the price!! Only $250.00 for 2 nights includes all taxes and cleaning fees!! Chris and I are spliting the cost so it comes up to $62.50 per night each!! And there will be 7 of us all together as She will have 2 of her grand kids and we will have Gryphon and Goober!!

http://www.handymtncabin.com/photo_player_flash.html

So excited I done forgot what else every one else wrote!!

Wow, Kris, that is really nice! Still praying it does not rain for your trip for the roundup.

Hello To All !

Wow Kris - read the "things to do" sounds like the "Hunt Fairy Stones" would be perfect for you and Goober! I'd enjoy that too ! What other things are you planning ?

Dianne - 2 more days ! Yes - 'get me to the RU" LOL... It is good to have you and Crissy & Kris encouraging me so ! I am feeling much better ...Thank YOU! Teeth are intact... thumb healing..... Missed our walk this morning... sorry it was dreary but STILL sounds oh so peaceful ! Love the ultimatum LOL...
Betty - could still be TMJ... it's a stress thing not a teeth thing... Yes - us "Southern Ladies" could be having coffee on the porch if this one was a morning person... lately i've been getting to work early... no time to sit with coffee except on the interstate on the way in to work... So glad Cathy raked the gardens... they will get there fast with your little helpers !

Laura - UGH! Jury Duty... like Betty - I basically said I couldn't be responsible for a life decision... the kid in the trial was about DS's age... boy they can sure make life changing mistakes at that age... and not mature enough to understand what they've done to themselves. Just the selection process was emotional for me....

(((HUGS))) Shirley... hope you and Tubby are getting some rest in between the visiting & such... Thank you Betty for sharing Tubby's post... I love that one...

I'll pop back in a bit...
Mary

siiiiiiiiiiiigh 38 hours, 45 min drive from me...... guess I'm not going to RU lol

Awwwwww and here Susan I thought you would stop pick up Betty then swing over too get me. Never been to a RU, they always sound like so much fun.
Dianne

Well I am sitting here shaking my head and feeling so bad for my babe. He told me a couple of hours ago his pain level is so high and his mobility so hindered that he might not put his boat in the water this year. I had already made secret plans with a friend to het DH's boat into the water and waiting for him when he returned from Physio on Apr. 28. Think I will still go ahead and get the boat put in, maybe if it is right at the dock here by the house he might feel like going out on one of his good days. He made a Doc's apptment today - she is away for 2 weeks so it is not until the last week of April. Pfffft!!!!!
Stormy and I added an extra mile to our walk today and man we are both feelin it tonight.lol Stormy is pretending he is Sam McGee in front of the woodstove and I am quite envious as that was the spot I wanted. lol
Betty how did you feel when you got home from work tonight? I did watch the debate but it really wasn't a emotion packed one as I had hoped. Neither Dh or I are "one" party peope, we just vote for whom we think will be the best representative for our rural area.The urban areas tend to overshadow all of the rural areas -feeling that their problems are so much more important, so we all go looking for a candidate who will stand up for some of our rural problems.
LK what are you going to buy as your thing to pick up for your exercises?
(((Tubby and Shirley))), (((Ann and Mike))) - holding you all close to my heart and sending positive prayers and thoughts your way.
Holly great news about your dad!
Dianne

I am sorry Susan but all I can do is grin and think of Frank Zappa's song about Moving to Montana soon.!!! Think I had better go YouTube it and get it out of my system!!

Morning everyone. Sorry to hear he is not feeling good. Maybe you can find another Dr. To get him to?
Well, I got some M&M's, but I think I will also get some cashews, and some jelly beans...
Coffee is on, and some sweet rolls.

Morning all, sunrise is spectacular but the rain is heading our way just in time for the weekend.

Dianne, your hubby must be in tremendous pain not to be thinking of putting the boat in..I'd keep with original plan and have it put in for him..he'll be so appreciative.even if he only gets a few outings in it will be worth it..Lordy, didn't go out in the Foxy lady for more than a couple of rides but still puts a warmth in your heart to do so!

Not having a RU per say but could manage to include it in our get together here in 2012 and you would all be more than welcome..

Speaking of boats, Mike's wish is to sit in his boat on May 1st at the opening of the bass fishing..less than 2 weeks so let's hope he gets his final wish!

Kris that is so exciting, I would have loved to meet up with you and Chris ..but, about same time as my already planned trip south west...perhaps another time...the children will so enjoy..how far from you homes must you travel?

Susan, thanks for the photo...

Shirley, been thinking of you and "
tubby" all morning, guess you are sitting quietly while his mom is fast asleep and planning your day, please include some time for yourself, perhaps a little outing to town so you can breath.

How are things going Bev? Beds almost done..weather co operating

Was in bed by 8pm, pain was overwhelming...this morning just bathing and moving quietly I can feel it working it's worse..friends have been wonderful, dropping in and being concerned all offering to help where they can...all getting together tomorrow at my office to take me to Carol's for sign up for various painting techniques..if you don't register at open house the classes fill quickly and you are miss out..not really up to going but life continues

LindaKay, coming to your house to join in therapy session..you are up early, what is planned for today?

Mary, missed commenting on your post, looking at the time so must get going

Not much planned today. I need to get the carpet vaccumed, and do some dusting. Just a few miles from here they are intalling a new highway overpass for a new loop going around our little town, and the dust never stops!
I slept with out my splints last night as the Dr. suggested, and boy am I sorry. My finger is so swollen and sore, I had to take a pain pill, It looks like I just smashed it in the door all over again!

Betty, it is Thursday, please call your Dr, and make hime tell you the MRI results! Momma Linda say's so! You need to find out what is going on. Tell him how much pain your in!

Good morning,

Shirley & Tubby, I also woke up thinking of you. There were birds singing and the sun is actually shining. I hope your waking up to a beautiful morning also. Tubby, I am out of Pepsi.....but having some English Toffee Coffee....and a piece of cinnamon raisin toast. Lots of hugs and prayers are with you, and your family visiting.

Bev, how is the gardening going? Oh the thought of all those gardens and the beauty you created.....such hard work also!

Linda, I sent DH into Sams club last week to get a container of berries for me....he brings home the biggest container of cashews I have ever seen in my life with "They were only $9.00" thing going on with it. I agree price was great....but heavens!!

Mary, how are you doing? Hows the finger? Behave yourself for this week/weekend...will ya? haha

Judy, how are you? I know your so busy with the kids, and Steve.

Crissy, waving hello....have a good day at work!

Waving to Susan, and Kris, and everyone....my ADD is in full form and "ohhhh shiney object" is not easy living with! LOL

Betty....hugs for you this morning, keeping Ann & Mike in prayers.
I have a major issue with two cats this morning....so have to run break that up.

Debbie

I am still very uncomfortable from my PT the other day....but getting better. I think it just shows how out of shape I am.

Dug and cleaned 5 hostas yesterday and got them boxed up to mail to NY today. I was way beyond pooped out too. Need to take my dandilion pooper out today and get rid of some of those. Am going to trade some of my mini hostas for daylilies so will dig Monday I thnik. Hope all is going well for all. Betty you need to get relief for those headaches. Hugs BEV

Kris what a pretty cabin. I googled it and almost 7 hrs for me.
Betty so sorry you are still dealing with the headaches.
Good morning to all the sun may decide to shine today.

Bev, that picture is beautiful!! I put it on my computer screen for the day. Just love the colors, so vibrant!

I agree, that is so pretty! Keep em coming Bev!

That is Eenie Alegro and it is orange and white but fades to the lav. BEV

Huggs to all this morning, I loved Tubby's writing above. I need to add that "I Believe I will make it to Dothan tomarrow night in the 90% chance of thundrstorms!!!"

We leave at 4:30 tomarrow and will be taking it slow. The guys donot get off of work until 7pm CST. So I have lots of time to get there. We can pull over if the rain gets pouring down to hard. I have been so busy getting the plants ready for this trip and am really happy that Mary is going to be there!! Someone I know!! Woopie!!

For our Trip to Fruitys RU We will be driving a total of 1480 miles!! We leave Smiths Station Alabama on the morning of the 22 of May, drive to Parkersburg, WV. Then down to The cabin in Virginia on the 27th, then on the 29th we will be driving home. Long trip, but it will be great. Poor Ralph will be doing most of the driving, I may drive some of the distances between major cities to give him a break.

Had almost a novel written, closed it temp while Paul had me check something, forgot all about it closing and taking over previous internet connection..drats..not good, so here I am again..

Was thinking, might just go do something to my fingers so I can have physical therapy with candies in a bowl...not..lol

Kris, love the photo's of the cabin..you will have sooo much fun..would love to also meet Chris..who knows perhaps after this trip you both will be able to save some pennies and come to a gathering planned for May/June 2012...lets see, figure out mileage you get x gas cost (no fee for hotel/motel) that will help lol pack a lunch for travelling and whooppee divide that amount by 52 weeks and not much money you have to set aside...you can do it!!!!

Lindakay, did you get your accuquilt and have you used it? Sorry you are in so much pain! Do you toss and turn in your sleep, perhaps you've hit them..ouch.. Find in the spring when they sweep the roads a few times I've more dust inside than outside..not sure why but I can dust my house every couple of days and it's dusty as can be...perhaps the furries bring it in.

Mary, if the roundup wasn't so far I'd get off at 3pm tomorrow and go and join you all...much too far..too bad we couldn't travel like e-mails..zap you are there.. Be brave, you'll enjoy!

Darlene just called, seems she's tweeked her back and knows she'll not be moving for a few days so that allows me the opportunity to telephone the other girls to let them know I'll not be going either..oh happy days! Reminded me that her Mike picked up the snowblower to service it for the summers..must get to him, that's 2 years in a row he winterizes it and I don't use it, then comes and picks it up in the spring, does his thing and stores till fall..thank the Lord for friends! Also brought my lawnmower home..Cathy does my lawncutting but I miss doing it so maybe I'll tell her to only do it every 2 weeks or the weeks I'm away...

Made an executive decision re our May trip..had such a lovely morning walking through the Gaylord hotel in Nashville with Debbie that I think we should splurge and spend the night we're going to the opry in that hotel..close to $300 but a nice experience..who knows Debbie, perhaps I can borrow a few more seeds...did the seeds we borrowed the day we were there ever grow? I did mark where I planted mine but not sure what happened to them..maybe I'll see strange plants blooming and know from where they came...

Boss is roaming around so will press 'send' and come back and continue my chat just incase I lose this one

I got my baby go cutter, and I ordered some dies, but they did not come in till a few days before I went to Michigan. I have not had the chance or ability with fingers to play with it yet. But as soon as I can use this darn finger, I will get it out, and play!

Good Morning All!

Well, it's kinda quiet here this morning and that's okay. Tubby's girls and the kids and their Mom came out yesterday afternoon. We had a very nice visit. Had some laughs with Tubby, the girls had him tell them how he got the nickname "tits". So was nice for all. I had the Dr. call something in for the nausea/vomiting and they picked that up on the way out. It's working so he rested good last night. He didn't sleep all the way through, but that's okay. He naps off and on.

I need to finish my figures for taxes and call the guy who prepares them and read him off the numbers so he can file an extension for us. I'm just not in the mood, but that's okay.

It is rumbling out as we have a chance of rain for the next couple of days. We didn't get any last night.

Betty, thank you so much for posting Tubby's post. I love it and plan to have it read at the memorial service we will have. I just have to figure out how to paste and copy it to run it off. Tubby was so good at playing with his computer and I never had time to do all that. I sure wish and pray your headaches would go away for you. I think of you often.

To all the rest of you, thank you so much for keeping us in your thoughts and prayers. It means so much to us, I thank God we have you with us.

Please take care everyone and I wish you all the best and those that need to get well, do so soon. I will check back in now and then, just know that we think and pray for you all daily.

Shirley

Shirley, I have it printed, I will mail you a copy!

Shirley, as always am relieved when I see you post. Those words are a great tribute to how "tubby" feels life should be lived.

A friend this morning sent me this...I just know you've all read it before but it brings through with ought knowing it how we can make a difference in someone's life..worth re reading

 

One day, when I was a freshman in high school,

I saw a kid from my class was walking home from school.

His name was Kyle.

It looked like he was
 
carrying all of his books.

I thought to myself, "Why would anyone bring home all his books on a Friday?

He must really be a nerd."

I had quite a weekend planned (parties and a football game with my friends tomorrow afternoon), so I shrugged my shoulders and went on.

As I was walking, I saw a bunch of kids running toward him.

They ran at him, knocking all his books out of his arms and tripping him so he landed in the dirt.

His glasses went flying, and I saw them land in the grass about ten feet from him.

He loo ked up and I saw this terrible sadness in his eyes

My heart went out to him. So, I jogged over to him as he crawled around looking for his glasses, and I saw a tear in his eye.

As I handed him h is glasses, I said, "Those guys are jerks.
"

They really should get lives.

" He looked at me and said, "Hey thanks!"

There was a big smile on his face.

It was one of those smiles that showed real gratitude.

I helped him pick up his books, and asked him where he lived.

As it turned out, he lived near me, so I asked him why I had never seen him before.

He said he had gone to private school before now.

I would have never hung out with a private school kid before

We talked all the way home, and I carried some of his books.

He turned out to be a pretty cool kid.

I asked him if he wanted to play a li ttle football
 
with my friends

He said yes.

We hung out all weekend and the more I got to know Kyle, the more I liked him, and my friends thought the same of him.

Monday morning came, and there was Kyle with the huge stack of books again.

I stopped him and said, "Boy, you are gonna really build some serious muscles with this pile of books everyday!

" He just laughed and handed me half the books.

Over the next four years, Kyle and I be came best friends..

When we were seniors we began to think about college.

Kyle decided on Georgetown and I was going to NC State

I knew that we would always be friends, that the miles would never
 
be a problem.

He was going to be a doctor and I was going for business on a football scholarship.

Kyle was valedictorian of our class.

I teased him all the time about being a nerd.

He had to prepare a speech for graduation.

I was so glad it wasn't me having to get up there and speak

Graduation day, I saw Kyle.

He looked great.

He was one of those guys that really found himself during high school.

He filled out and actually looked good in glasses.

He had more dates than I had and all the girls loved him.

Boy, sometimes I was jealous!
Today was one of those days.

I could see that he was nervous about his speech.

So, I smacked him on the back and said, "Hey, big guy, you'l l be great!"

He looked at me with one of those looks (the really grateful one) and smiled.

" Thanks," he said.

As he started his speech, he cleared his throat, and began

"Graduation is a time to thank those who helped you make it through those tough years.

Your parents, your teachers, your siblings, maybe a coach...but mostly your friends...

I am here to tell all of you that being a friend to someone is the best gift you can give them.

I am going to tell you a story."

I just looked at my friend with disbelief as he told the
 
story of the first day we met.

He had planned to kill himself over the weekend.

He talked of how he had cleaned out his locker so his Mom wouldn't have to do it later and was carrying his stuff home.

He looked hard at me and gave me a little smile.

"Thankfully, I was saved.

My friend saved me from doing the unspeakable."

I heard the gasp go through the crowd as this handsome, popular boy told us all about his weakest moment.

I saw his Mom and dad looking at me and smiling that same grateful smile.

Not until that moment did I realize it s depth.

Never underestimate the power of your actions.

With one small gesture you can change a person's life.

For better or for worse.

God puts u s all in each others lives to impact one another in some way.

Look for God in others.

You now have two choices, you can:

1) Pass this on to your friends or

2) Delete it and act like it
 
didn't touch your heart.

As you can see, I took choice number 1.
"Friends are angels who lift us to our feet when our wings have trouble remembering how to fly."

There is no beginning or end.. Yesterday is history

Tomorrow is a mystery.

Today is a gift.

This message was edited Apr 15, 2011 6:18 AM

Sorry I have been away so much lately. As I watch the snow FINALLY start to disappear in my yard, I FINALLY start to get out of my winter funk. Does this happen to anyone else? I read along and when I get to the end of the posts, I wish I had something happy or uplifting to say and this is when I don't. I don't want to put anyone else in that mood so I don't say anything at all. I have been here praying for you all every day and wishing my mood would change. I think this past week is the start....
I have made plans to go to Canada in August.....Yes, Norm and I are traveling. We are going up to meet Betty and anyone else that we can along the way. We want to travel through upstate NY and cross into Canada on the east end of Lake Ontario.
Then travel down the 401 to Toronto and then up to Betty's. When we return, we will go south and come home by the Falls and across NY state and VT. We plan to be gone for a week. I'm not sure how far away you are Dianne from Franklin but I figure we will be going through there. I've heard you mention that name.... I don't know how far away Thea is either. I would most defintely like to meet up with Debbie on the way home....Who else is in that area????
I've been on my knees every night sending special prayers for Mike and Ann, Bev and Scotty and Shirley and Tubbby. I pray for their comfort and for their strength and for peace for them and their families. It is so hard to go through. I've lost both my Mom and Dad and one husband so I know how difficult it can be. All I can tell you is that my shoulders are broad and my prayers will continue. Prayers also for Dianne and her DH as well.
I've kept myself busy this spring with quilts for my best friend and my oldest grandson. I think I showed you all the blue and white one for my friend. This is the one for Brandon...
I'm not going to try to comment on all the posts but know that I love you all and will be doing a lot better now that spring has finally arrived here......

LindaKay, you'll enjoy your accuquilt for sure...only disappointment is each time I go across border they have all the same dies i already have! Fabric shop here will order them in but a alrge fee attached..once I stop spending like I have been going to order a few newer dies.

Bev, just love the photo's...must ask, when you say you dig and wash them up do you mean take all the soil from them before mailing...I always put a few in my pond in the spring..they do very well, then come fall I plant them in the gardens..

Have my birds and blooms magazine beside me, interesting what color of flowers attract what species

Oh Betty, I'm in tears. That is so beautiful. I think we all have someone who is that special person to us. They don't know it but they are. I hope I have touched someone along the way and helped or made a difference for them.

OMG, now on office computer, just tried to post from ipad and for some reason you just touch the screen and zap, out into cyber space so going to try this again..

Barb I'm thrilled our news is finally out of the bag...yes I am...everyone must know that I've been doing the happy dance for a week now...

On Tuesday night Ann was over and I told her the news, talk about a smile, she is just too excited as well...looking forward to it..

Just the other day while doing gardening etc. I layed on the spare bedroom bed and gazed out the patio door thinking of your stay..there will be indeed flowers at that time of year, gardens not at their prime but you'll see some..then I could picture you and Norm sitting on the deck early morning, listening to the birds, me bringing you breakfast on your bedroom deck, making you feel like royalty..promise, won't even burn it...
ok..just to be sure I'll have it catered..lol

Then I've spoken to Darlene's mom and dad (they have pontoon boat) or Greg will put the Foxy Lady in so we can cruise the river and go see Big Chute..one of a kind..plus a few other low key adventures...can you hear the excitement through the key board...

Barb, so difficult when you are down to get back up, shake yourself and say, time to get back to the land of the living...especially when we're all worrying about our friends here who are going through difficult times BUT just a friendly hi let's us all know YOU are ok so we don't worry....

Lord is watching over all of us right now, know that is true, how could he not when he's heard so many prayers directed to him for us all..

Is Norm excited?

I'm sure your coming via closest border crossing to you that you will be right next to Dianne's, then on to me and over to Debbie..

Hello...
It's cold and windy today. So I am inside working.

As I have been working like mad to finish up things in the back yard. I am so close, yest so far...But I will be ready to plant soon.
I usually wait until Memorial day weekend. But you all know in the past I've been out of it, The gardening bug has returned in full force.

Last Thursday, I cleaned the side and behind the Shed. Unburied my little patio. With the help of Jake, Julia, and Anthony pulled the brick, re-leveled the pad and Sunday laid the brick back in place. I was more then pleased to get all the help. Monday, Was a day of running around...Tuesday and Wednesday, I re-leveled the little brick path to the patio, also extending it with the extra brick...I am now ready to sand in the whole thing. Making a trip to Menards today, Maybe by tonight that project will be complete, then I move on to tilling the back of the property. I really want to create a fenced area for my vegtable garden...

Well, Over the weekend, We resolved some family issues. A great boulder of relief rolled off the shoulders. This was an entire family banding together for support...Now there is one last issue but I have a feeling that one is going to be over very soon, that one, only one who can make that change. It involves a boyfriend. They broke up once...My girl is on her last straw with the whole matter. I was so proud to listen to her talk last night. OH my Gosh my little girl has grown up!! So mature were her comments, Very well thought out, now she just has to take her own advise...The boy is SOOOO insecure about everything. I've tried talking to him but he just doesn't get things. He thinks he is right about everything. Now his mom kicked him out again. There is no way he is staying here, we've all had just about enough, even Breenie didn't invite him to stay, instead they had a conversation and then asked if he he could stay at Arons, that is where he is, a great excuse to skip school again, It's far...Well now the only last thing I am worried about is all the weight loss. She said I have nothing to worry about as she does eat all the time. Even Julia joined in about not worrying, reminding me of when she was in same position, So I'll try not to worry...

Yesterday, I was pretty much done with working outside. I get up at 5:30 everyday and Don't stop moving until late at night...I've given up trying to keep the inside "Clean" as it is overwhleming mess with all the construction going on...Keeping the laundry going. LOL everything is everywhere. Still coughing up crud. OH my gosh, the Bathroom is turning out gorgeous!! I will take pics when the shower is done. But all the dust is done so I will be seriously cleaning again, with The best being it will be Done and tools can get put away from every where, lol and I do mean every where, sigh. Well anyway got my tools and stuff put away. Was going to just sit and admire. Jake came home from school so ran him over to Richards. When i picked him up at 6 he decided it was time to move pea gravel. So Since the truck was over to the other house, he loaded it with gravel. This gave just enough time to relocates some grass, yank some weed and lay the cloth. By time he got back, the area was ready. So Jake hauled 6 buckets of Pea Gravel to the green house. We put it just outside the front and the back, looks nicer than I thought. I had to laugh because, geeze been sifting rock for years and now laid three beds of tiny stone...

And while i work outside, you are all with me, in thoughts and prayers and even few tears here and there.
I have forgotten how very theraputic gardening is.

Mary i thought about you immediately. My lil neighbor girl and her friend were out Laughing and giggling. I looked over and they were absolutley adorable all dressed in their Disney Princess dresses. Ramona was Belle and the other I think Cinderella...Made me smile and you came to mind with your love of Disney, I sure hope your Finger is mended. How are your days, know you were a bit worried with missing those few days. But I hope you are caught up and having good work days.

Shirley and Tubby, You both have been on my mind quite a bit. I am glad the girls and Tubby's mom came to visit, ...Also, i wanted to tell you, I am so glad you come in when you can. The Love and Support from Everyone here is so important. You are never alone.
I know I don't always know what to say, but I read everyday to see how Tubby is doing. I am glad that he is getting in rest. I sure hope you take a few minutes for yourself too. I am extending Huge and Loving ArmWraps around you Both.
...As you all know i find music to be another form of coping through things. Yesterday while driving, Tubby and you flew into my head, and I love this song, it reminded me of you two, Brought tears to my eyes.

You're In My Heart lyrics
Songwriters: Stewart, Rod Stewart;

I didn't know what day it was
When you walked into the room
I said hello unnoticed
You said goodbye too soon

Breezing through the clientele
Spinning yarns that were so lyrical
I really must confess right here
The attraction was purely physical

I took all those habits of yours
That in the beginning were hard to accept
Your fashion sense, beardsly prints
I put down to experience

The big bosomed lady with the dutch accent
Who tried to change my point of view
Her ad-lib lines were well rehearsed
But my heart cried out for you

You're in my heart, you're in my soul
You'll be my breath should I grow old
You are my lover, you're my best friend
You're in my soul

My love for you is immeasurable
My respect for you immense
You're ageless, timeless, lace and fineness
You're beauty and elegance

You're a rhapsody, a comedy
You're a symphony and a play
You're every love song ever written
[ From: http://www.elyrics.net/read/r/rod-stewart-lyrics/you_re-in-my-heart-lyrics.html ]
But honey, what do you see in me?

You're in my heart, you're in my soul
You'll be my breath should I grow old
You are my lover, you're my best friend
You're in my soul

You're an essay in glamor
Please pardon the grammar
But you're every schoolboy's dream
You're Celtic, united, but baby I've decided
You're the best team I've ever seen

And there have been many affairs
Many times I've thought to leave
But I bite my lip and turn around
'Cause you're the warmest thing I've ever found

You're in my heart, you're in my soul
You'll be my breath should I grow old
You are my lover, you're my best friend
You're in my soul

You're in my heart, you're in my soul
You'll be my breath should I grow old
You are my lover, you're my best friend
You're in my soul

You're in my heart, you're in my soul
You'll be my breath should I grow old
You are my lover, you're my best friend
You're in my soul


Ok, I better send this and start a new post.

Yes Betty I soak all the soil off the roots then put them in plastic freezer bag with the wet roots and sometimes wrap them in wet paper towels first.

OK Now that i am crying again...LOL typing through blurred vision.
Betty, that story was incredible.

I remember meeting you, it was the best thing i ever did sending your that first D-mail. And it was with your love and support, that has pulled me from the depths of the black hole, I have since then filled that one with Cement!!
But yep, As i work in the yard, I have thought of you and all your beautiful Garden art. It's been so nice to see your photos and i can't wait to see more this year! I still have yet to decorate mine, been just busy cleaning clearing and creating. But yippee soon i will be placing my few pieces in just the right spot and i will think of you again. Steve just pulled my chair from the shed. I need to spot touch up and seal the back and sides, LOL, again all new comers have been told no one sits in that chair but me, big happy giggles! Haha, I have decided it returns to my place on the deck. That way it stays protected from the elements.

OOPS, got to go, Julia needs computer for a few.
LOL I will be back, Making sure i "talk to my friends to make up for lost time, lol.

Judy, you've had a lot to contend with of late, have sooo been missing your posts but having given you time to deal with issues at hand and seems as though you have..You taught those girls well, even though you and Steve at times believe they are off the beaten track, know that the wise decisions they end up making are because of you both! Let's hope she finally has seen the light and has seen how destructive their being together has been..won't be you , won't be Steve and will not be sibblings, it will her having to make the decisions in which direction her life will take...

How exciting for you to get a new washroom...know it's a pain in the you know where with regards to dust and cleaning and tools, but think how pretty it will be....I so need a new zinc and counter top...Steve busy??? need a job...work in another country?? lol....

Oppps..got to press send

Got all teary eyed Judy...yep, been about 5 or 6 years now since we've become friends..I truly cherish our visits and so look forward to seeing you again..we've shed tears together/laughed together...

Looked at photo's of Debbie and my visit and had a photo of Steve leading out out of town...