Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Chloe and Thunderstorms!
Poor Chloe, she knows hours before the thunderstorms hit. I checked and the National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for our county until 1:00 a.m. Thursday morning. It's going to be a long night. At this point she is panting, pacing, making very sad sounds, and has already checked out the bathroom that has the ceramic flooring and has tried to dig her hole, same tile every single time. She will move the bathroom rug covering the tile before she starts digging. I've always thought that was very considerate of her. Well, here is comes, though Chloe could of told you hours ago. Really who needs the National Weather Service?
Saturday, May 25, 2013
Thank goodness...I'm in!
I just spent several hours trying to get into my blog because I ignored an email from AdSense saying I had to agree to their new terms by May 23rd or I couldn't access my blog. Well today, May 25th, two days passed the deadline, I tried and they were right, I couldn't access my beloved blog. I'm not at all technically savvy and I had quite a time getting through the steps to re-register my account with AdSense.
By the way, in all the years I've had it, I've made a total of $1.56 which isn't within their range to consider even sending me a check. This means no one is reading my blog except me and my one friend in California. Which is so sad. But thank goodness for my one loyal reader! There is hope that maybe I might get to two loyal readers someday, who knows?
But the most important accomplishment of my day is I now have access again to my blog. And, the second most important thing I did today was get text messaging added to my iPhone. I went to the AT&T store in Northampton and wonderful JR besides adding texting to my account, patiently answered all my questions about my iPhone 4. Which after 2 1/2 years of having it, I should know more then the basics. Remember, earlier I did mention that I'm not technically savvy. But besides texting capabilities I now have access to the iCloud which sounds wonderful, if I only knew what that meant.
Cheers!
By the way, in all the years I've had it, I've made a total of $1.56 which isn't within their range to consider even sending me a check. This means no one is reading my blog except me and my one friend in California. Which is so sad. But thank goodness for my one loyal reader! There is hope that maybe I might get to two loyal readers someday, who knows?
But the most important accomplishment of my day is I now have access again to my blog. And, the second most important thing I did today was get text messaging added to my iPhone. I went to the AT&T store in Northampton and wonderful JR besides adding texting to my account, patiently answered all my questions about my iPhone 4. Which after 2 1/2 years of having it, I should know more then the basics. Remember, earlier I did mention that I'm not technically savvy. But besides texting capabilities I now have access to the iCloud which sounds wonderful, if I only knew what that meant.
Cheers!
Wednesday, January 9, 2013
So funny...what a hoot!
Eleven people were hanging on a rope, under a helicopter, there were ten men and one woman.
The rope was not strong enough to carry them all, so they decided that one had to leave, Because otherwise they were all going to fall. They weren't able to choose that person, until the woman gave a very touching speech.
She said that she would voluntarily let go of the rope, because, as a woman, she was used to giving up everything for her husband and kids or for men in general, and was used to always making sacrifices with little in return. As soon as she finished her speech, all the men started clapping.
Tuesday, January 8, 2013
The Donkey and the Deep Well!
I found this on Facebook today. What a message about will power and believing there is always a way out of even the deepest of holes!
One day a farmer's donkey fell down into a well. The animal cried piteously for hours as the farmer tried to figure out what to do. Finally, he decided the animal was old, and the well needed to be covered up anyway; it just wasn't worth it to retrieve the donkey.
He invited all his neighbors to come over and help him. They all grabbed a shovel and began to shovel dirt into the well. At first, the donkey realized what was happening and cried horribly. Then, to everyone's amazement he quieted down.
A few shovel loads later, the farmer finally looked down the well. He was astonished at what he saw. With each shovel of dirt that hit his back, the donkey was doing something amazing. He would shake it off and take a step up.
As the farmer's neighbors continued to shovel dirt on top of the animal, he would shake it off and take a step up. Pretty soon, everyone was amazed as the donkey stepped up over the edge of the well and happily trotted off!
MORAL:
Life is going to shovel dirt on you, all kinds of dirt. The trick to getting out of the well is to shake it off and take a step up. Each of our troubles is a stepping stone. We can get out of the deepest wells just by not stopping, never giving up! Shake it off and take a step up.
Remember the five simple rules to be happy:
1. Free your heart from hatred - Forgive.
2. Free your mind from worries - Most never happens.
3. Live simply and appreciate what you have.
4. Give more.
5. Expect less from people but more from yourself.
You have two choices... smile and close this page,
or pass this along to someone else to share the lesson .
One day a farmer's donkey fell down into a well. The animal cried piteously for hours as the farmer tried to figure out what to do. Finally, he decided the animal was old, and the well needed to be covered up anyway; it just wasn't worth it to retrieve the donkey.
He invited all his neighbors to come over and help him. They all grabbed a shovel and began to shovel dirt into the well. At first, the donkey realized what was happening and cried horribly. Then, to everyone's amazement he quieted down.
A few shovel loads later, the farmer finally looked down the well. He was astonished at what he saw. With each shovel of dirt that hit his back, the donkey was doing something amazing. He would shake it off and take a step up.
As the farmer's neighbors continued to shovel dirt on top of the animal, he would shake it off and take a step up. Pretty soon, everyone was amazed as the donkey stepped up over the edge of the well and happily trotted off!
MORAL:
Life is going to shovel dirt on you, all kinds of dirt. The trick to getting out of the well is to shake it off and take a step up. Each of our troubles is a stepping stone. We can get out of the deepest wells just by not stopping, never giving up! Shake it off and take a step up.
Remember the five simple rules to be happy:
1. Free your heart from hatred - Forgive.
2. Free your mind from worries - Most never happens.
3. Live simply and appreciate what you have.
4. Give more.
5. Expect less from people but more from yourself.
You have two choices... smile and close this page,
or pass this along to someone else to share the lesson .
Friday, January 4, 2013
An Ode to Potter
It is amazing how a moment in time changes your life and you think your memory will always remember it. This is true in a sense, but over time the incident or individual involved recedes and it doesn’t make you as sad or crazy on a daily basis. I had forgotten this whole saga full of heartbreak and angst but a recent song tripped the memory bank. It was Taylor Swifts “I Knew You Were Trouble” from her album “Red.”
Back when I was 18, I met this guy who I thought was my “first true love.” What a laugh. I may have thought that he was “it” but he didn’t. He was juggling two others at the same time we were seeing/dating/sleeping together. When I mentioned that I thought we were in a mutually exclusive relationship his comment was something about the fact that I wasn’t a virgin so I shouldn’t expect that type of relationship. Oh my gosh what an ass! With that said I dated him on and off for years. What was I thinking?
My parents told me on a regular basis that I was major trouble and the root cause of everything that happened either to them or to our family which wasn't true. Due to their behavior I began to believe that I was a major failure. Pretty heavy burden for a kid to feel that way. Unfortunately, I didn’t grow up as a confident individual that would have had the strength to drop kick this guy permanently out of my life. “I knew you were trouble when you walked in, shame on me” is a great line from Taylor's song.
At the age of 18, I had no belief in myself that anyone would ever want me in their life. I thought I was lucky that this guy was even interested in me. Three ex-husbands later would prove differently.
Back when I was 18, I met this guy who I thought was my “first true love.” What a laugh. I may have thought that he was “it” but he didn’t. He was juggling two others at the same time we were seeing/dating/sleeping together. When I mentioned that I thought we were in a mutually exclusive relationship his comment was something about the fact that I wasn’t a virgin so I shouldn’t expect that type of relationship. Oh my gosh what an ass! With that said I dated him on and off for years. What was I thinking?
My parents told me on a regular basis that I was major trouble and the root cause of everything that happened either to them or to our family which wasn't true. Due to their behavior I began to believe that I was a major failure. Pretty heavy burden for a kid to feel that way. Unfortunately, I didn’t grow up as a confident individual that would have had the strength to drop kick this guy permanently out of my life. “I knew you were trouble when you walked in, shame on me” is a great line from Taylor's song.
At the age of 18, I had no belief in myself that anyone would ever want me in their life. I thought I was lucky that this guy was even interested in me. Three ex-husbands later would prove differently.
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
New Year's Resolutions
I find interesting quotes or comments from authors unknown and just keep them. Today while cleaning out last year's clutter I found this. I like it because I can take one "just" at a time to dwell and follow through on. This is called “Just for Today” and the author is unknown.
Just for today I will try to live through this day only, and not set far-reaching goals to try to overcome all my problems at once. I know I can do something for 12 hours that would appall me if I felt I had to keep it up for a lifetime.
Just for today I will try to be happy. Abraham Lincoln said, “Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.” He was right. I will not dwell on thoughts that depress me. I will chase them out of my mind and replace them with happy thoughts.
Just for today I will adjust myself to what is. I will face reality. I will try to change those things I can change, and accept those things that I cannot change.
Just for today I will try to improve my mind. I will not be a mental loafer. I will force myself to read something that requires effort, thought and concentration.
Just for today I will exercise my soul in three ways. I will do a good deed for somebody—without letting them know it. (If they find out I did it, it won’t count.) I will do at least two things that I know I should do but have been putting off. I will not show anyone that my feelings are hurt; they may be hurt, but today I will not show it.
Just for today I will be agreeable. I will look as well as I can, dress becomingly, talk softly, act courteously and speak ill of no one. Just for today I’ll not try to improve anybody except myself.
Just for today I will have a program. I may not follow it exactly, but I will have it, thereby saving myself from two pests: hurry and indecision.
Just for today I will have a quiet half hour to relax alone. During this time I will reflect on my behavior and I will try to get a better perspective on my life.
Just for today I will be unafraid. I will gather the courage to do what is right and take the responsibility for my own actions. I will expect nothing from the world, but I will realize that as I give to the world, the world will give to me.
Just for today I will try to live through this day only, and not set far-reaching goals to try to overcome all my problems at once. I know I can do something for 12 hours that would appall me if I felt I had to keep it up for a lifetime.
Just for today I will try to be happy. Abraham Lincoln said, “Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.” He was right. I will not dwell on thoughts that depress me. I will chase them out of my mind and replace them with happy thoughts.
Just for today I will adjust myself to what is. I will face reality. I will try to change those things I can change, and accept those things that I cannot change.
Just for today I will try to improve my mind. I will not be a mental loafer. I will force myself to read something that requires effort, thought and concentration.
Just for today I will exercise my soul in three ways. I will do a good deed for somebody—without letting them know it. (If they find out I did it, it won’t count.) I will do at least two things that I know I should do but have been putting off. I will not show anyone that my feelings are hurt; they may be hurt, but today I will not show it.
Just for today I will be agreeable. I will look as well as I can, dress becomingly, talk softly, act courteously and speak ill of no one. Just for today I’ll not try to improve anybody except myself.
Just for today I will have a program. I may not follow it exactly, but I will have it, thereby saving myself from two pests: hurry and indecision.
Just for today I will have a quiet half hour to relax alone. During this time I will reflect on my behavior and I will try to get a better perspective on my life.
Just for today I will be unafraid. I will gather the courage to do what is right and take the responsibility for my own actions. I will expect nothing from the world, but I will realize that as I give to the world, the world will give to me.
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