Friday, January 30, 2009
Coping With Grief
This has been a very difficult week for me. Getting the sad news last Saturday morning about my son-in-law, then trying to get through the week, and finally, going to the Memorial on Thursday. It has really, really been quite difficult.
I want to thank all of you that conveyed your condolences to me. They are very much appreciated.
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Sunday, January 25, 2009
Ode to Keith
His time on Earth is done,
the Lord has called him home.
He was only forty-three,
much too young to be set free.
We had great conversations during our rides home from work.
He is the one that set up my computer for me.
I was very close to him, and even though he and she didn't see eye to eye, he and I still got along.
He was separated from my daughter the last few years,
and still...
he is my son-in-law,
and aways will be.
And so I say, Good bye, son, see you in the next life.
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Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. . .For I the LORD thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee.
Isaiah 41:10
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Friday, January 23, 2009
Happy Birthday, Robert Burns
If you're Scottish, you'll immediately know this man's name. He is Scotland's National Bard and his 250th birthday will be celebrated on Sunday, January 25th.
He wrote Auld Lang Syne and Comin' Through The Rye. A line from one of his songs is, My heart's in the Highlands, my heart is not here.
Robert, I know exactly how you feel...
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Wednesday, January 21, 2009
One Confused Cat
The pink Queen bed you see this cat sleeping in was purchased for his sister, Dakota. She has never slept in it. Although she pretty much tolerates him, she prefers to be alone and away from him.
This is where he sleeps most of the time:
I bought both of them their own beds. Pink for Dakota and tan for Junior. He has issues, I believe. Serious ones. For one, he can't read. And for another, he is obviously color blind. Giving this some thought, I think I finally figured out his reason for choosing that particular bed. Because it's his sister's bed. Typical siblings.
No, Dakota doesn't sleep in his tan bed. She much prefers sleeping on her window perch that attaches to the sill. Or on one of the dining room chairs. She doesn't give a fig that her brother took her bed. I just think it's funny as hell. It just proves one thing: cats could care less where they sleep, as long as it's warm and comfy.
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Monday, January 19, 2009
Some Things Work Out Right
Finally the football teams I chose to win on Sunday worked miracles and made me a happy camper. Is that phrase even used anymore? Happy camper, that is. I use it because I don't know how else to explain how I feel when things go right.
And things went right when the Arizona Cardinals beat the Philadelphia Eagles. And again when the Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Baltimore Ravens. I was fearful that the Eagles and the Ravens were going to go to the Super Bowl and turn it into a slug fest, as both those teams are known for their way of playing. I call them bullies. My friend says they are just doing their job.
Be that as it may, as I wrote a few posts ago, I would like to see the Cardinals win. It's the first time for this franchise to be playing in the Super Bowl. But even if the Steelers win, I won't be upset. So no matter who wins, it's a win-win situation for me.
The only bad thing about the Super Bowl is we have to wait two weeks to see it, and that leaves me with a free weekend coming up. My daughter moved into a new place a week ago, so now I can go see her new digs. I've been looking forward to that ever since she told me they were moving months ago.
And NASCAR starts with the Shootout on February 7th. Ahhhhhh...life is good.
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Sunday, January 18, 2009
Psalm 118:8
It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man.
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Friday, January 16, 2009
Freezing Cold And A Miracle
It's just too damn cold to write about anything these days. We are in the middle of a deep freeze. It is currently 8 degF here and they tell us it should be about minus 10 degF toward the morning. I don't do cold. I don't do freezing. I am ready to find a warmer place. But then I say that every year when it gets this cold. Actually, it hasn't been this cold for four years. Did someone say something about global warming? If that's a fact, please send some of that damn warming this way, ok?
The miracle? The fact that the pilot of that US Airways 727 airplane landed it in the Hudson River without harming his passengers. That could have had a real messy outcome.
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Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Off The Cuff
We are now 13 days into the new year. The Christmas things have been put back into their resting places once again. It wasn't hard to un-decorate this year. I welcomed it. There have been some years where I never wanted to take the decorations down. Everything looks so drab afterward. But this year is different. I have much to look forward to this year. I am very excited to get this year started. Barring any unforeseen things, it should be decent.
Yes, we are still haggling with our insurance company over the check they sent us in lieu of coverage for our deranged basement from hell. Hell left it, of course, and it is now just an ordinary basement once again. It has been exorcised so to speak. And I visit it at least once a day. Talk about deranged, huh? And it's not me having the problem with the check, rather it's my husband. I must say though, it sure is keeping him busy and I do believe that he now has memorized our entire policy and all the paperwork that came with said check. Which we haven't cashed yet. Nope...not until things are settled to our satisfaction. His, not mine. Supposedly, we will have an answer by this Friday. Where have I heard that before?
Another exciting thing that will happen for us this year is a backyard windmill, or wind turbine as they are often referred to. We have been talking about getting one for well over a year. One of our neighbors is a dealer. Our township recently passed an ordinance to allow them in our community. Good thing they did. Otherwise they'd learn who I was right quick. I will be posting more on the subject in the future.
Of course my days are filled with getting this house in order. You'd think I would have that done by now since I have been out of work for three and a half years. But I look at it this way: what's the rush? I have the rest of my lifetime to whip this place into shape. And if I do it all at once, what would I have to look forward to? So it's not the showplace of the neighborhood; who cares? It's our house, along with our two cats, and we live here. And anyone who doesn't like it can go pound sand. Wow, I haven't used that phrase in a long time. I'm usually much more graphic than that.
The Shootout is only 24 days away. That went faster than I thought it would. Kind of scary, that. Sometimes I feel like I am on nothing more than a march to my grave these days. There's nothing wrong with me, that I know of, but it just seems that once you reach a certain age the end of what we call life just gets closer and closer. Hell, I'd better have a damn good time with the rest of my life then, right? Where do I start?
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Monday, January 12, 2009
Four Teams And Counting...
I watched all four NFL games this past weekend. Three out of four of the winners were teams that I did not want to win. It is interesting, though, that three of the winning teams are named after birds (fowl): Ravens, Cardinals, and Eagles. Of course, the Steelers won the last game. I think the Steelers will win the Super Bowl, but I would like to see the Cardinals take it all.
Actually, I am not looking forward to the Super Bowl this year, because I am not really happy with any of these four teams. I am first and foremost a San Francisco 49er fan. I have been since the days of Joe Montana. He was my idol.
While the 49ers are doing a lot of down time these past many years, I zero in on other teams that strike my fancy. A girl's gotta keep herself occupied, you know. Of course, there are the Cowboys and I follow them simply because my favorite receiver, Terell Owens, is on that team. He got there via the 49ers. And then there are the Giants. I just love little Eli Manning. Doesn't everyone? But they lost their game on Saturday to the Eagles. Aka The Broad Street Bullies.
So now I have no one to really cheer for in the Super Bowl, no matter which two teams play. But...at least I have something to look forward to despite my dilemma. Right after the Super Bowl, NASCAR begins its season the following weekend with the Shootout. It's a non-points event, but who the hell cares by then? Certainly not me!
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Sunday, January 11, 2009
Deuteronomy 24:5
When a man hath taken a new wife, he shall not go out to war, neither shall he be charged with any business; but he shall be free at home for one year, and shall cheer up his wife which he hath taken.
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Friday, January 09, 2009
Please Don't Make Me So Sad
Why? Because I barely have any readers these days. I guess this crappy economy stops people from doing a lot of things, so I'll blame my lack of readership on that.
I'm at a crossroads here. They tell me I should write for myself, but I'm sorry...that's just not good enough for me. If nobody's reading my posts, then I feel like it's all for nothing.
I'm sure every blogger goes through this at one time or another. I love to write. I love posting pictures. What I don't love is an empty theater.
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Monday, January 05, 2009
2008 Discoveries
In 2008 I discovered that I have Scottish blood running through my veins with a tinge of Welsh for good measure. This explains my love of all things Celtic. I owe my mother's side of the family for the blessing. Prior to finding out, I thought I was pure German. Nice to know I'm not.
In 2008 I discovered I could get through a catastrophe and live to tell about it - despite having a case of hives from hell caused by said catastrophe.
In 2008 I discovered I wasn't all that gung-ho on NASCAR anymore. Especially during the Chase at the end of the season. Maybe it was because Dale Jr. didn't live up to others' standards of how he should have performed on the track. He's still the man and hopefully 2009 will bring back my enthusiasm for the sport.
In 2008 I discovered losing money in both our IRA accounts due to the collapse of the stock market wasn't a big deal. Yes, it hurt and yes, I would like it back...but it's not that important any more.
In 2008 I discovered I could lose weight just by disciplining myself and eating only if and when I was hungry. I lost 20 pounds in a little over three months. Four of those pounds found their way back over the holidays, but they'll soon be gone.
In 2008 I discovered not having to work was even better than in 2007. And I'm sure 2009 will surpass 2008. Unless, of course, the economy gets so bad that none of us will survive it. Then I will just fold up my tent and steal away into the night.
I probably made more discoveries in 2008, but I've discovered in 2009 that I can't remember them.
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Sunday, January 04, 2009
John 15:13
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
