Godspeed

Godspeed to all of our service men and women. Everyone has their opinion and quick to blame for the wars we are involved in and no one person is right or wrong, and no one person will bring an end to them. Let's all remember it is a collective effort for freedom, which we are all accustom to, and for all of us who have never experienced the other end of the spectrum.
Instead of everybody complaining whether we should or should not let's keep in our hearts, thoughts and prayers all those who serve this country and make it possible for all of us to live in the greatest country ever. Rachael, just remember each day over in Iraq/Afghanistan is one day closer to coming home. Hugs

Again, I have just been plain lazy and have not visited for a while. I am going to blame it on reality tv. Hell's Kitchen simply amazes me with Chef Ramsey and all the talking down to the contestants he does, and they take it. By far Survivor is my favorite. I actually have thought about tryng to get on that one. My brother and I tried to get on Amazing Race, to no avail. Come to think about it Mark has tried with several people, hmm maybe it's him.
Here in Iowa we are getting ready for the snow to start flying. I for one can't wait. I enjoy all the seasons with fall being my favorite and winter a close second. I guess you could say I am a "midwest" kind of gal. Time to start hunkerin down. This will be the first holiday season without my sister, Sue. We will miss you my friend.
Well, duty calls you know the old saying "another day another dollar. I really need to win the lottery.

Just a couple of hours before game time, and before it's all said and done someone will have bragging rights for year. I just hope there are no incidents from either side that mar the victory. GO HAWKS!!!

Well, I survived a mighty busy weekend and all I can say is I could have slept in today. But oh no, had to go to work. I almost wish there would have been absolutley nothing going on and just have a lazy lazy weekend. The weather has certainly been cool for summer. I hope that's not any inclination on what the winter has in store for us. Bring it on "mother nature" and "old man winter", I am ready for whatever you throw. I do so love this time of year and snow doesn't bother me a bit. Also looking forward to getting the iceskates out and tooling around the rink at Brenton Plaza. If you haven't yet, check it out,it's geared for one and all.(snacks, skate rentals, place to warm up) Lunch hour is about over so till next time. Have a terrific day!

I hope this Friday morning finds ye all good to go for the "long" weekend. Mine is going to be pretty busy. Friends are coming over tonight to veg around the firepit. I am ready for some good conversation, that is before the adult beverages kick in. Don't get me wrong, the alcohol induced conversations are good except they never have an ending. Too much jumping around. Then there is Val and Jeff, (my nephew who is now living with us)start dancing "The Cupid Shuffle", it's quite entertaining. Tomorrow night we are all going to go to a friend's and watch movies on their garage. Again, more conversation and I am sure more shuffling. Sunday, the next to last Iowa Cubshome game and an exchanging of vows of our close friends, Ann & Barney, from Arizona taking advantage of the laws in Iowa permitting Gay marriage. Monday, the last game of the season of our beloved Iowa Cubs (AAA affiliate of the Chicago Cubs). Don't get me started on the Chi Cubs, that's a whole new story and it aint pretty.

Whew, I think I am done. Enjoy the weekend.....

Good morning to one and all, and what a lovely morning it is. Well, it's good if you don't have a chest cold. I got up all ready to hit the pavement and realized had little or no voice. Guess what? You guessed it, I stayed home another day. Certainly don't want to spread it around. Besides, everybody needs a mental health day every now and then.

Let's see, today would have been my sister Sue's and her husband Sammy's 3rd anniversary, this is his first without her. I will call him later and try to tell him it will get easier every day. I have experienced alot in my 58 yrs. but not the loss of a bestfriend/soul mate. Hang in there Sammy, it will get better.

On a lighter note,Sunday two very close friends of mine (Ann & Roseanne) will be exchanging vows. Originally from here and now residing in Arizona, have decided to take advantage of the new law in Iowa permitting Gay marriages. Kudos to them! My thoughts on the law is why doesn't everyone mind their own business and let people be happy without incident? The world is not going to come to an end because of it. I suppose if there weren't people in the world causing problems for others it would be a pretty boring place or would it?

Ok, till we meet again, everyone have great day and God Bless.

Now That's a Pumpkin

This is the pumkin that took 1st place at the Iowa State Fair. It weighed in at a whopping 1099lbs.

The Shed From Hell

If there was one screw there was a thousand. The freakin thing about caused World War III.

I'm Back

Good day to all. I hope this blog finds everyone healthy, wealthy, and wise. I myself am a little under the weather(got a little bit of a cold going on). It's been since March since I have blogged and I blame it all on Facebook. For those of you that followed my sister's battle with cancer, she finally succumb to the dreaded disease on March 15th. Yes I miss her dearly but she is definately in a much better place. Will SOMEONE please find a cure......

Tatiana...Go Away, Far Far Away

You have got to be kidding. I will be leaving the room when she performs. My opinion is that Felecia was the one that got away.

Is There Anything Else to Say?

"Cancer Sucks"

Way too long......

I found a little place called Facebook and forgot about blogging on this sight. I am certainly going to try and keep pace with both. Not much going on except I am really ready for winter to be over; ready for some hot sunny days and baseball. Sister Sue still hanging on but for how much longer no one knows.

Enough Said....

This is what you find in the dictionary between the words bitartrate and bitchery.

Mom Always Liked You Best

Snorkeling In Iowa

Who says we don't have winter fun? I thnk there might be some frozen parts, best be careful they don't fall off into little bitty pieces. Too many "hot toddies" for this guy....

Sister Sue

No excuses other than being lazy as to why there hasn't been any blogging done on my part since early November.(oops) Anyway went to Arkansas for Thanksgiving and surprisingly enough Sue was doing pretty good. She has a headache all the time, some days mild and some are pretty bad. Thanks to Activia she has blossomed from high 70s to 95 lbs. She eats the sh@! out of that stuff. I was waiting for her to eat the containers too. It was good seeing everyone even tho there were a few tiffs along the way.

My brother Mark and my nephew Josh drove 16 hrs. to get there. Their trip back was pretty tough, they decided to drive straight through. Mark said by far the hardest thing he has to do for a long time. For me it was a 10 hr. drive. I arrived on Tuesday before Thanksgiving and came back to the snowy state of Iowa on Saturday. Did I mention that I drove in snow from Chillicothe Missouri to Des Moines? Well, till the next trip in the spring....

Amazing Race 13

I figured there would be a non-elimination round soon. Ken & Tina dodged a bullet. We will see if Ken can get past the tears and remain in the game. Tina, lighten up. Speaking of lightening up; Sarah, I know you and Terrence are dating but I think I would have painted him green last night.....he's a little bossy and way too emotional.

Picture Courtesy of CBS

Dancing With The Stars