Best Thing/worse thing and what did you learn today????? #4

evening all,

welcome hellnzn11

betty, oh she's up to something...lol just yesterday she said whats for dinner i told her stuffed bell peppers with lots of chilli powder, she immediately jumped and said oh make extra for our lunch tomorrow in fact just go now to trader joes and get what you need oh and here's some money so when i came back all she did was say i cant wait till tomorrow...lol this is going to be a good one! i wonder when she's going to spring oh by the way.betty more plants wow, poor bernice hope she is doing better silly cats i had my fair share of them and catnip

everyone have a good evening liz

Bettypauze, who else is writing a children's book? I've written one that has been turned down by so many publishers. BUT, I am going to self-publish it and sell it at our local street fair in November. It should be a pretty good seller because it is about Christmas in Mississippi. And our community is SO big about supporting local artists from all areas. That's one reason we have the street fair in November because there is so many unique things to buy for Christmas.
Worst thing today: not enough time to work on graduate assignments
best thing: I got some of my assignments done
what I learned: You can be killed in Walmart (read this) http://www.sunherald.com/201/story/70343.html
I'm thankful for what I have today and every day.
love, julie

Hi y'all.....
Julie, great that your girls love Bible School....Mine did too, excep when I was teaching crafts or whatever. They pretended they didn't know me!!!
Glad that your hubby is better....you have had a rough time.

Wonder....nice to hear from you. You are a lovely, talented lady...don't stress over a few pounds...You need to remember that beauty is on the inside.....and stress causes wrinkles!!!

Herbie, how long have those plants been waiting for you....they will be happy to be planted.

Be well, Darius.....did you fix a thingy to help you pull up outta bed?
Tell us, we might need that someday.

Dawn, we like you just the way you are. Don't sweat the small stuff, and that includes people that just don't get it.

Betty, sorry about the wildcat moment. It's gotta be the catnip....Daisy turns flips when she gets into it, you'd think she had lost her little kitty mind. And thanks for the compliment, I do enjoy painting.

OK....best thing....Playing with Ethan most of the day, he watered both of us AGAIN when he was watering flowers....turned the hose straight up and said..."what makes the water go uphill, Nana....oh, look, it's raining."
Love that kid!! They leave on Friday, so I am afraid you all will be picking up the pieces when I go into a major slump when they are gone.

Worst thing.....can't think of anything really bad....has been a good day.

What I learned......one does not reason with a nearly 3 year old over water hoses and which flowers to pick. You just don't water your flowers with him while dressed to go out for dinner!!!! Yep, we were a little late because Nana was soaked and had to start over again.

And a fun story....my cat, Daisy, has rarely been around children. She stays in my bedroom when kids are here. Today, after Ethan has been here since Friday, she ventured out of the room, walked right up to him and kissed his nose....he was so excited, and laughed so loud, she ran back to the bedroom and probably will not return till they leave, wish I had captured that on camera!!
Have a good Thursday, my friends.
Sher

only two more pepper plants to put into 5 gal containers.

worst thing - trying to reread the posts since my last one so i can answer each one

best thing - rereading all the post since my last one and realizing what a great thread this is.

i'm a little late for work now so i won't be able to answer or comment on each one but will try again tomorrow. have a grat day.

Morning..just stopping in for a sec. before I start my day..but it will be a wonderful day..boss (BIL) not in again today and I get to paint all day..will post photo as I progress....

Froggies_girl...The_Wonder_Downunder is writting a book but she's being awfully secretive...maybe you two can come up with ideas for publishing...two heads better than one..right?

Well, better go make myself 'beautiful'..checked my closet for micro-mini skirt to get those glances but can't find one..not sure if I ever had one..lol/lol but I know who has one!!!

hey there all....

I may post a little if your good!

Thanks for your encouragement.

I wonder if I may share something with you all today, I feel a little conflicted about it as I know there is a prayer thread, but its just that i have built a lovely connection with you all that i feel you are the ones I want to share this with. Im worried I will bring you all down but Betty says to share with my friends here as you all have big shoulders. So may I?

Today has been an awful day. My young nephew aged 24 died today. And if that isnt hard enough, he took his own life. I found out it was a direct result of drugs. not an overdose but the addiction he coudnt beat. He got so depressed which is one of the side effects of thos particular drug that he ended it all. Its so tragic. He leave behind a young girlfriend and a baby girl. Now i know its against god to take you own life but i ahve to believe that in his final moments he reached out and hopefully recieved mercy.

as i said i dont want to bring you all down..... i just wanted to share with people that care about me. So that was my worst thing..

Best thing... My mother asked me to come be with her (she has never wanted me around). She hugged me like three times and accepted my love back..... its strange but nice....

What ihave learned.... life is too short and you never know what will come out of tradegy.

laura x

So glad Wonder that I checked this thread beforeleaving for work...we will all pray for your family..how very tragic for you all...some good comes from bad..how uplifting it must be for you to have had moments of affection from your mom...my heart goes out to all of you...

You are correct when you say to share...we share the good and the bad parts of our life on this thread..there is absolutely NOTHING that cannot be shared..that's what friends are for...I'm the first since your post but know there will be many to follow...

Have strength and courage..prayers that the Lord will receive your nephew in his Kingdom....

Wonder../Laura,
I am so very sorry to hear of your nephew. You are in my prayers and thoughts througout my day. May God wrap his arms around you and your mom. And Bless Nephew's wife and Baby.
Judy

Wonder thinking of you and your family today! Also hope things keep getting better with your mom. Us kids have a strange relationship with our mom also. So I kind of understand what you are talking about there. I am not very good with words and I know there are many fitting and wiser words coming from the others. Just know I am here to listen.

Betty I am far from getting all my plants planted. I either have too many or I work a lot slower then the rest of you. The back hill is the worst when it is wet. It gets pretty mucky. I am slowly improving the conditions there. What a nice day you will have at work. Waiting for pictures of the heron. I must have the wrong kind of friends because there is no way they would come over and plant. Just a niec that would. Might just have to call her.

Sharran what fun to have a 3 yr. old around. I so enjoy the kids when they come into the store.

Worse thing yesterday:::: there was no worse thing. It was an average day for me.

Best thing::::Was really tired when I got home from work. Went to bed about 11 and slept really good for about 6 hours.

What did I learn::::That I need to sit outside and eat more often and listen too and watch the birds. Look at all nature has going on!

Been out of touch, will catch up later--good to hear from darius, hope you feel better soon

Yesterday-Best: talked with a friend, very nice. Doesn't take much to make the best list now..lol

Worst: I think one of my cannas might be virused ;(

What I learned-isolation is a good policy for new cannas. I don't usually put them in the ground until they look healthy

Hi
Well I got to tell you Yesterdays Best-Dropped my DD off at school, she asked me to wait/She returned to the car with a beautiful gift! A T-shirt she design and silk screened. It has my name Seedtosser1 across the top with seeds falling and a beautiful flower. What a suprise, made my entire day Just had to show it to everyone at work LOL and I mean everyone.

Worst-LOL only thing I could say is the exhaustion from my excitment of the day.

Learned-How to miter and piece a craft with out directions-big puzzle.

BBL Got to finish up so I can go early and Finish everything for the RU-Betty can't wait to tell ya about it. How's The BH painting going?

Hi all this is like another of my favorite threads, A glass of wind on Parking Lot, everyone posts real long usually and spaces things so you can read it.

My day is young but so far for the third day in a row, my landscape guy that is supposed to be putting in irrigation and sod, has not come when they said they would. grrrr. The good thing about it, is he`s bringing me about 500 landscape pavers free.

My other bad thing is something that I read this morning that Betty wrote and it made me sad for her. I told some unknown person off, over it or atleast tried to set them straight.

New computer today....so I am really making use of it.....was a gift from my sweet wonderful beautiful daughter!!!!!! (and her guy friend, of course) . this keyboard is stiff, so if I misspell, don't punctuate, don't use caps...please forgive and ignore.

Great day...my guys from the plant nursery brough more mulch, also some premixed potting soil for a gigantic fern that someone sent when Bob died....had to put it in a large pot, and it is wonderful. My nursery guy is such a dear friend, he knows that I don't lift heavy stuff, so he has his guys deliver the mulch in bags, then places them wherever I need them. So now I have work to do after my 2 boys leave tomorrow.
So...the computer and the mulch were the best (second to Ethan of course)

Worst....knowing something bad happened to hurt our friend Betty. This is not a place for hurt of any kind, we uplift, we care, we don't need negatives here. We have found a spot where we can be ourselves, open up, enjoy each other, and really care for each other. It has been a learning experience for me. I love reading about all your gardens, and I enjoy hearing about your days and your lives. We cannot let one person destroy our friendship, and we can't let one person hurt one of our own. Enough said about that. But we can pray for that poor soul, who obviously has no friends, nor does he/she know how to BE a friend.

What I learned......I cannot get along without my DG fix each day.
thanks, my friends.

And Wonder.....you know you and your family will be in our prayers. Much love to you. thanks for sharing.
Sher

Betty you are too silent today. Are you lurking? Dmail us. Anyone who wants to complain about the persons or people who have been tearing down instead of lifting up people on the prayer forum, like poor Betty. If you know who they are ,please complain, if not then there is not much we can do,someone must have said a really mean thing in a dmail to sweet Betty, who wouldn`t hurt a flee. They acccused her of lieing about things pertaining to her DH`s death. It is ludacris. She obviously does not want to divulge who it is or talk about it but just give your support to her, she is really down now.

Hey Betty, we love you! I accept dmails and you've certainly gone out of your way to be a super human being. Don't forget to let the mirror kiss you, ok?

hellnzn-good to see you here. I recently found this thread and find it to be very positive and inspiring-one of the few places I post regularly, welcome!

Betty,
Please come out and talk to us-I, We all love and care for you.
The Best is if you come and talk with us,
Worst -Some one would even think of hurting you. Was it that David guy??
Remember we walk in the guide of the Angels. I am in tears my friend Please ignore whatever that person has said.
Learned: It is really hard to hold back the anger i am feeling.
Judy

Thanks so much. I hope it stays that way too. I visit just a few places regularly too and I like this subject. We all can learn something here.

I had a friend that`s life was just sadder than sad and she had the best attitude. I used to say,"Kid`s you think this or that is a problem and it is effecting us but look at poor Phyllis, yet she is always laughing and always positive." One day in Church they were talking about a real sad story that happened to another family and Phyllis leaned over to me and said, "I told the grandkids the other day, that We are So Blessed, look at that poor family and what they are going through."

That is a lesson I will always have to draw from that could turn my ,Worst thing into a not so bad thing. Perspective is hard to hold sometimes until you see someone hurting worse than you.

I was thinking that too. I wrote dg to ask about what we can do if there is a person amongst us, that is just tearing down the little flock that we have growing things, instead of planting good things here?

They probably can not do much to sensor intent. It is hard to know if someone is being stupid or malicious.

Thannkyou for your thoughts...

Betty, please dont hide. you have nothing to be ashamed of. If others want to speak poison then let it be THEIR poison and dont take it on board.

I am sure that if some one commented as mention here and regarding your DH it must have hurt sooo much. I pray that god will poor his warm annointing oil and heal that wound and give yu the strength to rise up. Jesus tried to help many, many people and he did but he was scorned for it to. wounded. i pray he helps you to stand through this.

The enemy would love to rob you or your joy and peace. You see, you are doing such a good job. You bring healing, acceptance, love and compassion and he doesnt want that. so, he goes for where it will hurt most and try and bring you down! stand up to him betty and we will stand with you!

no matter what we all believe in, we all believe in friendship. we will stand by you and LOOK OUT anyone that trys to rattle your cage.... grrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.....

Love you gal....

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hellnzn-Thanks for doing that, I was just pacing wondering the same thing.
We are glad you joined Betty's Forum too. You already know what an Amazing person our Betty is. I am glad we will get to know you too.

Ok I have to go home-I will log on as soon as i get there-Betty God is holding you.

Your welcome. I needed to know because I keep seeing people falling overboard as you guys may see from time to time here. Usually some malicious act causes it to a sweet person. It was the second time in a week that someone challenged a person`s story on a different forum and both people felt so wounded and felt the need to prove their truth. Why would you attack someone here weather or not you believe everything thay said or not? We owe nobody every little time line and detail of our life and so everthing may not all make sence to some analytical person and instead of just being helpful, they need to confront someone`s truthfulness.

It is a garden community for crying out loud. Just move on if you don`t have something nice to say. I dmailed that David too btw.

Hey guys, just got home from work...I'm in an excellent mood, please..no upsets because of me..I work things out ...it's just that when things are expressed I would hate, not just me, but any of you, for anyone to question it's validity...I can't see why anyone would think otherwise..but tonight's another night...and I'm on an upper...lol

Little late tonight because I felt to bad about kitty (on drugs - catnip plants outside) attacked such a lovely lady that I went to the bakery and they had raisin bread and butter tarts just coming out of oven..thought that was the least I could do...and I bought same for...you guessed it..me...

Worked very little on Blue Heron..just wasn't up to it..so it came home with me tonight..your prayers must have worked because boss (BIL) said I could work from home tomorrow so no 200 miles of travelling for 4 hrs. work..

What I did do though..for the right reasons is with so many cancer patients here on these threads, I took photo of wigs I crochet (can be knit) out of eyelash hair...

I donate them to the cancer society...they are so lightweight and washable...you can do them in funky colors or basic colors..anyway..going to have my din/din and then I'll post photo..anyone wanting the directions I'll then post the thread - hopefully I'll find it , if not I'll type out directions....

You are all so kind and loving...thank you....
Back on-line later to talk with you all...

Hello Sweet Lady,
You are awsom, I am so glad to see you home.
Doesn't suprise me at all you have been thinking of others.
Will see you later-
Judy

Judy..something I hear today hit home...

the Lord said....put on 'love'

that means that you love not just today when things are going well but you must make an effort to love even when that's the least thing you want to do...guess we all have to put on love!!!!

Anyone who watch Joyce Meyer this morning at 5:30 would have heard same....

Just posted a long prayer request for Christian family who lives across the street and oooops it was gone..so this time I will have supper and then post on both sites....

Corn not quite cooked so I'll play here till I burn it (lol) just saying what grandkids would say....lol

So I'll post a few photo's..here's the chemo wigs...very lightweight..crochet in eyelash wool and or can be knit

Now I'll show you where you can find me Mon. thru Fri. ..aren't I hard at work..painting blue heron...don't you like the new perm..all frizzyyyyy..shouldn't be showing it...but will....

In between not feeling like doing much of anything...I do some pen & ink greeting cards and envelops..this much is done, then I take them home and with genesis (heat set oil's) I paint them..now I'll have to get your addressed and put some in the post...my kids cringe when they see new craft..now it means it will be at their house..and they've far tooo much...

This is a photo of the 'blue heron' I painted several of and gave away..this one's for me...

Now if you wanted to do something for me you could call my boss and tell him I need 'cable' because reception's not the best lol..he said he had movies for me to watch on dvd today but it was for the computer not cd player..oh well...passed the day anyway...bet you all love 'MY' job right..just kidding..I'm keeping it...

corns ready...I'm off till later...

wow! your so talented!!! my goodness.....

its so beautiful....... I'd like to buy one!

good evening all,

sharran,lol i loved the water hose story

wonder; thoughts and praryers are with you now, i am so sorry for your loss
im glad you and your mom are bridging things back, take care of yourself.

betty, omg not again that person...i'll leave it alone
that was a great picture of you (what friz)? i cant believe the pictures there wonderful
your so talented how is your kitty doing? lol i bet that cat is pretty relaxed now...
so what are your plans for tomorrow? are you going to go play at h.d speaking of which i think i'll go pay my bill and whoops just have to go buy something lol

best: dh cooked dinner no stress for me

worst: oh my boss came in today to tell me her sister had 1 day left, she had been suffering with cancer, i knew her and it just made me so sad

learned:i often think of this thread through the day and cant wait to come home to see what all of you are up to.

darius hope your doing good

have a wonderful evening all liz

wonder...absolutely no buying..it entertains me..once I paint them, I'll post you some....

liz..how did you know I was going to Home Depot..told my brother today that I'd pick up some sheeting so he can make me another frame..painted that wolf that step-father was admiring and it will be a Father's day present...have to be back by 8:30am so I'll be up and at it....so confusing those new self serve units..I want a person!!!

You can send me your cook..sure miss mine...I''ll share a story:
My DH drove transport in the earlier years and the boys and I lived up north at the cottage until we built..Roger would come home Fridays and he LOVED cooking so he would cook/cook and more cooking and then make t.v. dinners so that we had good food..when I ran out, the little country store 'Blue Roof' run by friends of ours, would have a great stock of various meals...one day Duncan the owner of the store was making his list for purchasing supplies and he asked Betty (his wife) how come we aren't selling t.v. dinners? Betty simply said, Roger's retired now..he cooks for Betty...funny the memories you remember...anyway..just a little story..kind of tells you how much I like cooking...LOL/LOL
Liz , so sorry to hear about your friend..that is so tragic..how old is she? You just never know do you?

DARIUS...hope you are feeling better..know you had doctor's appts today..perhaps you are to worn out to post...let us know how you are doing...

Betty - Magnificent painting!!!!

hi betty,

its esp lol...
my bosses sister ileen she is in her early 60's
it makes you realize life can be short

liz

wow Betty I had no idea. Liz that is so sad, your poor friend. Betty maybe one of these days this year we will go over your way, my sil lives in Portland and we would like to go to Seattle and Victoria too.

Well it's that time of evening so I'm doing my post...

Best thing of the day...son called to let me know that a thief hadn't entered the house and made way with my new radial arm saw, drill press and drill..gave me a speach about all the doors open...ya/ya/ya/ya....hmmmm...anyway..he was laughing..said it was pretty bad when mom has more tools then he does...have a great talk..having the grandsons come for pizza at lunch tomorrow as I'm home working rather than heading to the city... love it when be banter back and forth..and..talked to my youngest with regards to his ideas on a car I tried out the other day..one that isn't practical but I do want one...and NEED one..I'll post the site..am sure you will all agree I must have it!! lol

Worse thing is hearing all the tragic posts today...it touches my heart..so do wish everyone could be spared such things...only thing we can do I guess is PRAY...

What did I learn today...that I can con my brother into almost anything..lol...you know how big sisters are....he's coming tomorrow and will put up new outdoor lights, help me put up clothes line and make a large coat hanger for the wolf panel I made for step-father...
AND called sibblings to let them know it was step-fathers' birthday today, brother's birthday yesterday...they didn't remember...but they are all making their calls tonight I'm sure......

Well everyone, God willing we'll gab tomorrow...
p.s. that cat-nip crazed cat of mine is nowhere to be found..I'd better find her therapy to get her off the cat-nip plant she's addicted to...crazy thing!!!

betty byes....

Great artwork, Betty!!! I have used Genesis, too...like it for fast things, but still prefer acrylics for long term projects.
I am so glad to see your smiling face as well...beautiful lady. Your looks fit your personality. thanks for sharing all that with us.
Nite, folks....son and grandson are packing up tonight....you will need to keep me company tomorrow night for sure!!!!
hugs...
sher

Wonder, I'm sorry for your nephew. I truly believe that no matter how a person loses his/her life, there is always that few seconds (in the blink of an eye) to be forgiven!
Betty,
Thanks for the beautiful wish list. Do you paint froggies?LOL
Everyone else, love and good wishes to all.
Best thing today: I watched the clouds. It was breath-taking and awesome!
Worst thing today: can't really say
what I learned: if a cat's pregnant, and comes into the house and hides under the couch, get her OUT! She had 5 beautiful kittens- three white, one orange, and one solid black. We did get her from under the couch and into the kennel before she had them.
love, julie

Thankyou for your kind words... i do ask that you pray for his dad, my brother. His name is Paul. He has had a troubled life my little brother and hasnt coped well with what life throws at him. I hope he will pull through this. His wife (second wife) has MS, she is only 30 maybe, but she is a real strength to him.

Best thing today, waking up after a fitful night of sleep, taking the puppy out and seeing the azure blue sky of this wonderful country in the crisp morning air. I am so blessed.

Worst thing......well, today there wasnt one aside from the obvious.... but im trying not to dwell if you know what i mean. trying to mourn without despair i guess.

goodnite all and hugs xx