Oh we can have a dress-rehearsal ;) That would be fun :D
Hope you're not floating off in the rain...if it's raining down in London today that is. I'm going to Jobcenter today on an interview to tell them that no thank you I don't need to get an education in how to find a job...we are planning on starting our own biz (you twats). Can't say that last thing tho since this is England ;)
okay, that was mysterious enough. (what is she talking about please?) i always love hearing everyone's interpretations of what they think you're saying vs what you actually ARE saying. besides, the show always turns out mostly fine. and sometimes, when you have a horrid crappy nightmarish dress rehearsal, the show's ends up being a really spectacular one. point is, (actually thats not the point, but) THIS is the show....
when you have a horrid crappy nightmarish dress rehearsal, the show's ends up being a really spectacular one.
That is precisely the superstition. It's widely believed, that if it all goes wrong at the dress-rehearsal, it will be a fabulous performance when it counts. I was thinking about mistakes, and how many of them we can afford to make. About how we only have this one chance to carve out a good life for ourselves, a performance we can take pride in. (You better lose yourself in the moment. You own it, you better never let it go. You only get one shot, so do not miss you chance. Don’t blow this opportunity – it comes in a lifetime. Eminem lyrics no less:) In other words, there is no dress-rehearsal "THIS is the show...." :-) Happy Wednesday, Lisa, xo
Jillie, :-). I love those scenes in movies and books, this is what your comment reminded me of, where people dress for dinner at home. Such a quaint thing to do. :-)
It rained from the moment I arrived, but the last 2 days have been surprisingly dry, just a few drops here and there. I'd forgotten what November in England was like. :-D
Christa, far as I can tell from those I know who are claiming is that as long as you show up and say that you have been looking, the mostly leave it at that. Too many people to deal with, and the fact is, fortunately for you though there's a whole other side to that, you aren't the type that would raise suspicion. How's it going with that banker's draft?
He's right, Brandon that is. :-) I'm quite partial to rain anyway, but just the fact that I know had I been in Denmark I would have been freezing my behind off, well, in short I'd much rather be wet than cold. :-D Cycling to work, James, very David Cameron of you ;). I used to do that, when I lived on the west coast of Denmark, 10 miles there and 10 miles back, past farms and a fjord. Really enjoyed that summer. But it's something else to be cycling in the dark and the rain - hope it starts to stay dry for you. :-)
Jillie, doubt any of us Brits would say no to that kind offer. :-)
Learn something new every day. I'll have to use this example somewhere down the road. Like many others, I had no idea what the heck you were talking about. :-D
Sweet dreams my dearest Sunshine, when you get that far. :-)
Well not being a Green Bay Packer Fan, you wouldn't know. Brett Farve is my most favorite quarter back that I will get to see play in Green Bay in one week. It's been my dream, for me and my dad, since I was a little girl to go there for a game. It's almost IMPOSSIBLE to even get a ticket. If I were to try to get a season ticket, the waiting list is about 32 years (YES YEARS) long!!! Oh you can bet I will have lots of pictures!!!!
I'm putting coffee on. I know, a bit early, but I'd thought I'd like to walk in the garden in the expectant hours of a pregnant dawn. Come walk with me. The picture caption, is all yours, just in case you had any doubt. Baby, either way, I love you all the same. :-)
Hey you, my own dear poppet. :-) You have to know there's nothing I would rather do (than see you in a grey sweater, even better than shorts and a T;).
Raincheck? How about this evening, right around dusk, when everyone else is scurrying inside to get away from the frosty air. We could stay til the stars come out and the world turns silent. Bring the sweaters. Please. :-D
Jillie, I'm sorry, I was teasing, should have left you a wink after that question. You sounded so wonderfully excited, I figured he was not only a great sportsman, but a major hottie too. :) Wow! 32 years, that's amazing. How wonderful that you are finally going, I'm sooo excited for you, and yes!, lots of pictures (especially if I was right about the hottie statement;)!
Oh gosh, Saff, I turned into my grandmother last week, when M had an assembley at school. They were doing the Tudors and she first recited a poem and later did a dance, and silly ole me got all tearful at how sweet she looked. So embarassing. :-D
Other than that, consider this a prelude to a future post.
Hey Autumn, your explanation in your comment was wonderful. I thought that was where you were going with this. You write so amazing - you know that? Thanks for always reminding us of the things we all should keep in front of us.
Hope your week is going well. Was off yesterday trying to get some shopping done - let me tell ya, its not any less crowded than the weekends!!
You know thinking back on your response to mine...people just don't "dress" like they use to. That's too bad. I'm guilty as charged! I remember really dressing up as a kid for the holidays. New shoes, dress, hair done and everything. SO EXCITING.... Well...time to my java juices a flowin. HHNT to ya...xo
Autumn - Grandmas are Moms too... tee hee - that is what you are. How cute M must have looked - I can imagine her sweet face smiling as she performs... sigh.
So they are, Terry. :-D She was, adorable, especially the dancing part. Sweet thing that she is, she doesn't get embarassed (will come one day, no doubt:), when I do stuff like that, she's become accustomed. :-)
How are you, Terry? It's been, what 48 hours, since we last spoke and it feels like ages! :-) Have a great rest of the day, xo
Hi Autumn - I'm fighting with Blogger - considering switching, because I now cannot access any beta account at all - not even as an annonymous. Boo hoo. But I still don't quite have the nerve to switch - I like things the way they are.
Do you have the invite? Because I have mine, yet it won't let me switch. Switching is relatively easy though (have done it for M, bro and sis), step by step instructions, and beta is just much easier to use. I'm having problems too. I've been posting under anonymous, but usually it takes a couple of refreshes before it actually goes through. How much do we love this place to go through all that hassle, lol.
What have you got lined up for us today, I wonder. :-) HHNT, be with you in a few, gotta get some sleep, my morning arrives in just over 4 hours (yikes!) I still do it, get all dressed up for Christmas for example, just as we always did too when I was young and we would spend it with my grandparents. Since it became 'just us', it's all so much more casual, and it is a shame. Dressing up only adds to the sense of occasion. 5 days and counting..:-) You must be getting really excited now it's getting so close!
I had the invite long ago, in the beginning - but never tried to switch. I tried, but was unable to as it told my either one or more of my blogs is too big. Hmmmm
Meg, you are much, much too kind. I was looking through the last couple of months here the other day, and well, let's just say, I had to go pretty far back to find what I would deem a decent post. Good thing I'm too stubborn to give up though, one of these days, I'm sure I'll get back into the habit of posting. :-D
This close to Christmas, every day is a mad day! I see it where I am working, they come in in waves as soon as the stores open and even with the extended opening hours, people are still pouring through the doors until the last minute. And it's only going to get worse. And just when one thinks its all over, come the January sales. :-D
Terry, that's the same response I got, about one being unmovable for one reason or another (size being one reason) which is why I thought the BH might be at the root of it. Still no luck, so, it's anyone's guess as to what the problem is.
Saff, you speak the truth. :-) The older I get, the more of a marshmellow I become. Well, that's not true, I was always a marshmellow, I just have a harder time hiding it. ;)
Post coming up at some point, I can promise you that much. :-D So nice to see you stop by as always, Saff. Hope you're having a great week thus far.
Night, sweetie, gotta go get some sleep while there's still time. See you in a bit, and if not, have a great evening and say hey to G for me. Love you lots, xoxo
great, everyone's gone shluffy now... dum de dum de dum la la la laaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaawaiting waiting waiting till morning doot dee doot de dooooooooooooooo...(is it morning yet?) anyway, whats with this getting it right the first time...for gosh golly gee sakes, will you take it easy on yourself? sheesh!!! whats with everybody? who's marking us? how about allowing yourself to be a human first? how about allowing yourself a couple of mistakes and course corrections, to relax and take the time you were meant to take, to find out who you really are and what we're really supposed to be doing here upon this Earth.... OKAY?????????????????????????????????????????????? news alert! you heard it here first folks: EVEN EMINEM DIDNT GET IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME, EITHER! and more news? he probably wouldnt have been able to write that song, had he not made the occasional boo boo himself...OKAY? we're going in the right direction, we have a heart and compassion, we make mistakes, and sometimes really BIG mistakes. its okay. its okay. (did i say that already?) be kind to yourself. be as forgiving with yourself and caring and loving and compassionate with yourself as you are to others. we're all making our way slowly but surely.... you are allowed to make some mistakes. your intentions are so very good. you are perfect just as you are. always. and in the immortal words of Bobby McFerrin, "dont worry. be happy."
Lisa, :-D, trust you to make me wanna shake myself. Fandango! Saying what I would say, but with more Lisa, bless your beautiful heart, I do love you so. And you're right, I think, Eminiem did make a booboo or two along the way LOL What can I say, except every scene has it's own cast and props, some are just to keep the story working towards the next, and others determine the outcome. More in my replies. :-) Thanks sweetie, loved your comment, x
Kesh, how long have you been playing guitar? I've great admiration for anyone who has mastered a musical instrument, I've tried my hand at numerous and never gotten beyond lullabies. Much to my father's disappointment, ;), being quite the musician, he was hoping one of his children would have inherited his talent, but, alas, none of us did. :-) Must be fast heading towards the weekend downunder, have a good one, x
Autumn is an angel and a shining gem on this earth.
(fandango?) heehee! dont shake yourself. you could put an eye out that way...
its morning... i'm more mellow...!
off to the big music college doing a favour for my ex to drop off some cool posters advertising the kids coming up here in january to play at the local jazz club in town.
aaaaaaaaand, not only did he drop off posters, i found one dozen xmas cds waiting at my door last night! hee hee! wonder if i can get 'em sent in time. its also chanukah today. (at sundown) i almost forgot! my sister called to wish me a happy!
"every scene has it's own cast and props, some are just to keep the story working towards the next, and others determine the outcome..."
ya, sometimes i think theres a giant person up there giggling away, who drops certain people or things smack down in front of us to make us think about what the heck we're doing here...like the creepo racist guy they sent me at work who ended up taking my job cuz i scurried out of there not wanting to know he existed on this earth. i wasnt supposed to leave, but i let him get to me... i was supposed to deal with it, and i didnt. i bailed ship. or maybe that was dealing with it. people, props, things... they're everywhere.
so there i was in our local gigantic discount warehouse place the other day and while everyone scurried round to snap up cheap and cheerful holiday bargains, i tucked into a corner reading half of Deepak Chopra newest little book i saw there, Power, Freedom and Grace. Chopra says that "when we understand our true nature, we begin to live from the source of lasting happiness....from true inner joy"...he says that by knowing who we are, "we no longer interfere with the innate intelligence of the cosmos... instead, we allow the universe to flow through us with effortless ease, and our lives are infused with power, freedom and grace..." and then he makes another million bucks by sharing these simple truths... (man! and i cant even get a job at wal mart!) funny to see these spiritual books getting smaller and smaller each year, as the truth reveals itself to be simpler and simpler all the time... just as it always was... xo
Happy Friday, my lovelies! Was so busy doing the rounds (most of it anyway), I clear forgot to reply to my own messages :-D, and now I'm one-eyed (half-asleep) and Lisa, yours especially take two, so, more in a few, xoxo
There was the first couple reading that comment. Not sure how smart it is of us to keep refering to G-pop and the guys as monkeys though, I'm starting to picture them as a bunch of chimps hanging off you. :-D
Sweet dreams, my treasure chest of all things good. :-)
Friday was great, thanks Terry, well, that said, I did get into an argument with one of the chefs, which wasn't all that pleasant, but bless him, he had the grace to offer a sincere apology, really admired that, not often that happens. People just say what they want and then life goes on. I've a quote somewhere in these pages, about simple answers, will have a look for it later, such a great quote it was too. Love and hugs to you, sweetheart, xo
Lisa, you were not, I'd know, thrills me no end when you say something 'wacky'/wonderful and for a sec I wonder how I am ever going to respond to that. :-) Was doing the rounds last night and then just as I was about to head to bed, silly me remembered I hadn't yet responded to my own, I mean how rude is that! I do apologize.
When does Brian arrive home exactly? Started counting the days, I'm sure. :-) I'll never forget the time he was coming up with his music buddies and for a least a week beforehand you were scrubbing and mopping and cooking and baking and picking up beer and drumsets (well, some kind of musical instrument) and all the rest of it. I'll bet you were always known as the cool mom amongst the kids! Anyways, I'm sure you wrote next week, which means he must be staying for a good while if he is giving a concert in January. Lovely! Gotta just tell you again, how much I loved those vids, must be awesome to hear him play in person!! Now I'm just waiting to hear you play on one of those CDs, ooh, can't wait! :-D
That guy will learn along the way, something or someone will make him re-think those beliefs, it just wasn't meant to be you, that's all, so yes, absolutely, you did right to get out of there, away from the negative vibes and bad feelings. And there will be another job, a better one, one that's more permanent, it's just a matter or time.
"when we understand our true nature, we begin to live from the source of lasting happiness....from true inner joy". Perfect! Such a simple ("simple" to quote you)statement really, how could it be any other way. Freefall is needed though, we tend to fight too much, wanting to be something else, blinded sometimes, stubborn other times. More on that later, time's getting away from me here, need to start setting my alarm for 4am instead of 5. :-D
Happy Saturday, sweetie, and check your inbox for me later, xo
Been doing laundry while you were out earning the bacon. Fresh whey linens on the bed with soft grey goose down pillows sitting like lions guarding the library awaiting your sweet arrival. Lay back. I've got my Brazilian rainforest oils ready for the foot massage of the dreams of your dreams. Sandlewood woodwick candles lending their sonorous symphony to the waves of their aromatic delight, by the way.
Hey sugar muffin. What a welcome home! :-) Soft music in the background (or nipple) along with all of that and I'd be all yours, even for a foot massage, am so very, very ticklish there, but somehow I don't think I would be laughing or squirming, at least not in a bid to get away. :-D
Monkeys, so very sweet you are to me. There was the time before I met you here and then there's been ever since, and I most definitely prefer this side of that moment. As was once famously sung To know you is to love you. :-)
Sorry I've been MIA. Been SUCH a busy little bee. Over 200+ Christmas cards with nice long messages were finally shipped out last week. 3 packages and 110 letters of support going out tomorrow. With the holidays coming to an end...I'll finally get a break.
Kids are so sweet though (viz your comment regd getting tear in eye). I dont feel good after she leaves to go back to her mums. The funny thing is that she's quite a pain when she is with me. Nevertheless, I miss her lots.
Hi Autumn - Took the middle Baby Bear to the airport at 5:30am this morn - she is bound for Iceland to spend Christmas with Grandma and other kin. Jealous I am - I wish it were us going. The Bear and I are off to Seattle via plane not until Christmas Day night - sigh - still an entire week before we ship off. Really AM looking forward to our trip. Right now we are watching a travel show on London - saw a bunch of the places we went with you as our guide - how awesome to have made our own memories with you :-) It would be great to make some more. They showed an Indian restaurant, and of course we looked to see if it was the same one you took us to (it wasn't :-( )
Just kicking back today - tired after this mornings early airport run - wrapping a few things and trying to finish the Christmas cards. Hope you had a great weekend - G says he understands (grins) about the chef incident. He worked in a restaurant in the back for a few years, and knows what it is like to work with the "food nazi" as he referred to him...:-D Hugs xo
Hey Terry. :-) This isn't the Hawaii bear you are talking about, right? How exciting for her, has she been before? Baby bear was telling me a little of her trip, in between customer, through your blog I've developed a fascination with the scenery (though I always have wanted to go visit the hot springs etc) and cannot wait to hear more. Am hoping when we get a chance to meet up again, that she will bring along some photos of her time there. Seems like almost everyone is going to be spending Christmas out of town. I can well imagine that you must have gazed longingly after her as she took her flight, wishing you were going with her, but you'll no doubt have a lovely trip where you are headed. :-) I think back often on those couple of days that you were here. It still confounds me that you guys took the time and effort to come to London and visit with me. It well and truly made my summer to meet you both in person, and to know you were every bit as lovely as I thought you were. I have to laugh though, at how I dragged you guys all around the city to fit as much in as possible. Next time we need to set a whole day aside just to relax and talk, talk, talk. :-)
Kaptan's is little known, it's a small place as you saw, but they do do the best 'noisy chicken'. In the World! I challenge anyone to find better. :-)
"food nazi" LOL! We don't have one of those, but and this is the honest truth, we have "Hitler 1" and "Hitler 2", as everyone else has deemed fit to reference them. Kitchens are definitely hotbeds of temper, stress and flying spoons. And a whole lotta flirting for some reason. :-)
This weekend was pretty hectic, am looking forward to next weekend, for the obvious reasons, but also because I have another 4 day (woohoo!:) weekend, and I miss spending decent time with M each day.
It's always especially nice to see you on the weekend. :-) Say hey to G for me, and wishing you both a continued good weekend, xoxo
Chai, I simply don't believe you, ;-), that sweet face in those pictures I received could never be anything but angelic, 24/7, I'm sure. You know, one thing they did was confirm the impression we have of you from your blog of being an exciting, fun-loving dad. I don't know who was laughing hardest. :-D Happy Sunday, x
Thanks, Christa - I've been trying and failing and trying and failing to comment at your regular haunt. Check in with you very soon! Hope you're having a GREAT weekend, x
Evening sweetheart. Thought very much appreciated, though I'm feeling unusually hyper for this hour of the morning. Keep it coming, I can always spend the extra energy later. :-)
Hey girlies, boy, am I glad to see you, you are a sight for sore eyes that's for sure. :-D Precious beings both of you, always bringing so much joy to all, to me. Cold here too, but nothing compared to Denmark. :-D Happy Monday, xo
Hope you are having a nice night. Get all your shopping done? Not I.. LOL yeah right, like that will EVER happen!! Work is impossibly busy today - can't believe it is flying by so fast.
Just about, Terry, not quite. Both of us are incredibly late though, it's getting a bit scary, I'm not sure I've the nerve to brave the stores, do you? ;-)
Love and hugs to you and wishes for a happy rest of the day, and that all your work will miraculously disappear through minimum effort. :-D XO
Jillie, thank you, so good to hear that you made it safely and are enjoying your time back home. Look forward to hearing all about it! Take care and if you aren't in again before Christmas, let me take this opportunity to wish you much happiness and a Christmas of special memories.
Coffee is on. I'll grab two off-white cups with slight lips, pre-warmed. I'll toss two grey sweaters in the dryer to warm them up. Roll over on your left side. I'll tell you why later but think silverware. :-D
Hope you had a great day - anything shakin at work? Just work here as usual - doing a few notarys and other junk - thank goodness not as busy as yesterday.
Evening Terry, was a whole lotta shakin' going on yesterday, suffice to say, I'm a lightweight. :-D Sounds like your day wasn't too bad, just a couple more and you'll be on your way! Sweet dreams, xo, love and hugs, x
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Oh we can have a dress-rehearsal ;) That would be fun :D
Hope you're not floating off in the rain...if it's raining down in London today that is. I'm going to Jobcenter today on an interview to tell them that no thank you I don't need to get an education in how to find a job...we are planning on starting our own biz (you twats). Can't say that last thing tho since this is England ;)
Have a great Lucia Day and take care :hugs:
Its been raining here solidly for about a month... its really getting depressing!
Every morning, when I'm cycling to work in the pitch black.. getting thrashed by the rain.. I think NOT AGAIN!!
But then I remember that the solstice is coming soon... and as brandon lee famously said: It can't rain all the time.
Would you like me to send you some of our sunshine? xoxo I would surely box it up for you in a heart beat!!!
what???? I confused, but it does not take much. How are things?
what do i have to wear?
Okay, dress rehearsal for what? I'm a living dress rehearsal :-D
Where we suppose to dress for this?
okay, that was mysterious enough.
(what is she talking about please?)
i always love hearing
everyone's interpretations
of what they think you're saying
vs
what you actually ARE saying.
besides, the show always turns out
mostly fine.
and sometimes, when you have
a horrid crappy nightmarish
dress rehearsal,
the show's ends up being
a really spectacular one.
point is,
(actually thats not the point, but)
THIS is the show....
like Terry said.
when you have
a horrid crappy nightmarish
dress rehearsal,
the show's ends up being
a really spectacular one.
That is precisely the superstition. It's widely believed, that if it all goes wrong at the dress-rehearsal, it will be a fabulous performance when it counts. I was thinking about mistakes, and how many of them we can afford to make. About how we only have this one chance to carve out a good life for ourselves, a performance we can take pride in.
(You better lose yourself in the moment. You own it, you better never let it go. You only get one shot, so do not miss you chance. Don’t blow this opportunity – it comes in a lifetime. Eminem lyrics no less:) In other words, there is no dress-rehearsal "THIS is the show...."
:-) Happy Wednesday, Lisa, xo
Jillie, :-). I love those scenes in movies and books, this is what your comment reminded me of, where people dress for dinner at home. Such a quaint thing to do. :-)
What Terry said.
:-D
Pete, you may wear anything you like, but if you are stuck for ideas, I've a few that might be fun. ;-)
Jodes, better than they were this morning. :-) Hope all's good over the ocean, and that you are having a wonderful Wednesday afternoon.
It rained from the moment I arrived, but the last 2 days have been surprisingly dry, just a few drops here and there. I'd forgotten what November in England was like. :-D
Christa, far as I can tell from those I know who are claiming is that as long as you show up and say that you have been looking, the mostly leave it at that. Too many people to deal with, and the fact is, fortunately for you though there's a whole other side to that, you aren't the type that would raise suspicion. How's it going with that banker's draft?
He's right, Brandon that is. :-) I'm quite partial to rain anyway, but just the fact that I know had I been in Denmark I would have been freezing my behind off, well, in short I'd much rather be wet than cold. :-D
Cycling to work, James, very David Cameron of you ;). I used to do that, when I lived on the west coast of Denmark, 10 miles there and 10 miles back, past farms and a fjord. Really enjoyed that summer. But it's something else to be cycling in the dark and the rain - hope it starts to stay dry for you. :-)
Jillie, doubt any of us Brits would say no to that kind offer. :-)
Learn something new every day. I'll have to use this example somewhere down the road. Like many others, I had no idea what the heck you were talking about. :-D
Sweet dreams my dearest Sunshine, when you get that far. :-)
What's happening? I'm confused. Christmas party coming up? Your daughter's performance at school?
Day or night, Im always on some rehearsal. :)
Keshi.
Well not being a Green Bay Packer Fan, you wouldn't know. Brett Farve is my most favorite quarter back that I will get to see play in Green Bay in one week. It's been my dream, for me and my dad, since I was a little girl to go there for a game. It's almost IMPOSSIBLE to even get a ticket. If I were to try to get a season ticket, the waiting list is about 32 years (YES YEARS) long!!! Oh you can bet I will have lots of pictures!!!!
I'm putting coffee on. I know, a bit early, but I'd thought I'd like to walk in the garden in the expectant hours of a pregnant dawn. Come walk with me. The picture caption, is all yours, just in case you had any doubt. Baby, either way, I love you all the same. :-)
I have an extra grey sweater, if you need it.
Hey you, my own dear poppet. :-)
You have to know there's nothing I would rather do (than see you in a grey sweater, even better than shorts and a T;).
Raincheck?
How about this evening, right around dusk, when everyone else is scurrying inside to get away from the frosty air. We could stay til the stars come out and the world turns silent.
Bring the sweaters. Please. :-D
Wonderful post today! xo
Jillie, I'm sorry, I was teasing, should have left you a wink after that question. You sounded so wonderfully excited, I figured he was not only a great sportsman, but a major hottie too. :) Wow! 32 years, that's amazing. How wonderful that you are finally going, I'm sooo excited for you, and yes!, lots of pictures (especially if I was right about the hottie statement;)!
Kesh, :-), hope you're having a lovely evening, whatever you are rehearsing.
Oh gosh, Saff, I turned into my grandmother last week, when M had an assembley at school. They were doing the Tudors and she first recited a poem and later did a dance, and silly ole me got all tearful at how sweet she looked. So embarassing. :-D
Other than that, consider this a prelude to a future post.
Hey Autumn, your explanation in your comment was wonderful. I thought that was where you were going with this. You write so amazing - you know that? Thanks for always reminding us of the things we all should keep in front of us.
Hope your week is going well. Was off yesterday trying to get some shopping done - let me tell ya, its not any less crowded than the weekends!!
btw, LOVE that Eminem song!
**HUGS**
You know thinking back on your response to mine...people just don't "dress" like they use to. That's too bad. I'm guilty as charged! I remember really dressing up as a kid for the holidays. New shoes, dress, hair done and everything. SO EXCITING....
Well...time to my java juices a flowin. HHNT to ya...xo
I love your mystery, Autumn, giving us few words that spark the imagination, but how can we ever be sure of what you're talking about? :)
i'm always stuck for ideas, so hit me with what you've got :)
Autumn - Grandmas are Moms too... tee hee - that is what you are. How cute M must have looked - I can imagine her sweet face smiling as she performs... sigh.
So they are, Terry. :-D She was, adorable, especially the dancing part. Sweet thing that she is, she doesn't get embarassed (will come one day, no doubt:), when I do stuff like that, she's become accustomed. :-)
How are you, Terry? It's been, what 48 hours, since we last spoke and it feels like ages! :-) Have a great rest of the day, xo
Hi Autumn - I'm fighting with Blogger - considering switching, because I now cannot access any beta account at all - not even as an annonymous. Boo hoo. But I still don't quite have the nerve to switch - I like things the way they are.
Do you have the invite? Because I have mine, yet it won't let me switch. Switching is relatively easy though (have done it for M, bro and sis), step by step instructions, and beta is just much easier to use. I'm having problems too. I've been posting under anonymous, but usually it takes a couple of refreshes before it actually goes through. How much do we love this place to go through all that hassle, lol.
Tis the season for Santa suits, Pete, but antlers and a bell would be fun too. We'd be able to hear you through the halls of blogland.
Sweet K, that mightn't be such a bad thing, not knowing. :-D
Was so nice to talk to you yesterday, I had really missed that this last month+.
Ahhhh....the things motherhood can do to a woman. You must have been terribly proud of M.
Waiting in suspense for the next post :-)
What have you got lined up for us today, I wonder. :-) HHNT, be with you in a few, gotta get some sleep, my morning arrives in just over 4 hours (yikes!) I still do it, get all dressed up for Christmas for example, just as we always did too when I was young and we would spend it with my grandparents. Since it became 'just us', it's all so much more casual, and it is a shame. Dressing up only adds to the sense of occasion.
5 days and counting..:-) You must be getting really excited now it's getting so close!
I had the invite long ago, in the beginning - but never tried to switch. I tried, but was unable to as it told my either one or more of my blogs is too big.
Hmmmm
Meg, you are much, much too kind. I was looking through the last couple of months here the other day, and well, let's just say, I had to go pretty far back to find what I would deem a decent post. Good thing I'm too stubborn to give up though, one of these days, I'm sure I'll get back into the habit of posting. :-D
This close to Christmas, every day is a mad day! I see it where I am working, they come in in waves as soon as the stores open and even with the extended opening hours, people are still pouring through the doors until the last minute. And it's only going to get worse. And just when one thinks its all over, come the January sales. :-D
Happy Thursday (almost the weekend, woohoo), xo
Terry, that's the same response I got, about one being unmovable for one reason or another (size being one reason) which is why I thought the BH might be at the root of it. Still no luck, so, it's anyone's guess as to what the problem is.
We just have too many friends, and are to verbose!!! :-D
Saff, you speak the truth. :-) The older I get, the more of a marshmellow I become. Well, that's not true, I was always a marshmellow, I just have a harder time hiding it. ;)
Post coming up at some point, I can promise you that much. :-D
So nice to see you stop by as always, Saff. Hope you're having a great week thus far.
LOL, yep, that must be why. :-D
Night, sweetie, gotta go get some sleep while there's still time. See you in a bit, and if not, have a great evening and say hey to G for me. Love you lots, xoxo
Toodles, and sweet dreams :-D see you manana - happy Friday!!!
Im rehearsing RB's guitar LOL!
ty Autumn!
Keshi.
great, everyone's gone shluffy now...
dum de dum de dum la la la laaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaawaiting waiting waiting till morning doot dee doot de dooooooooooooooo...(is it morning yet?)
anyway, whats with this getting it right the first time...for gosh golly gee sakes, will you take it easy on yourself? sheesh!!! whats with everybody?
who's marking us? how about allowing yourself to be a human first? how about allowing yourself a couple of mistakes and course corrections, to relax and take the time you were meant to take, to find out who you really are and what we're really supposed to be doing here upon this Earth....
OKAY??????????????????????????????????????????????
news alert! you heard it here first folks:
EVEN EMINEM
DIDNT GET IT RIGHT
THE FIRST TIME, EITHER!
and more news?
he probably wouldnt have been able to write that song, had he not made the occasional boo boo himself...OKAY?
we're going in the right direction,
we have a heart and compassion,
we make mistakes,
and sometimes really BIG mistakes.
its okay.
its okay.
(did i say that already?)
be kind to yourself.
be as forgiving with yourself
and caring and loving
and compassionate
with yourself as you are to others.
we're all making our way
slowly but surely....
you are allowed to make
some mistakes.
your intentions are so very good.
you are perfect
just as you are.
always.
and in the immortal words
of Bobby McFerrin,
"dont worry. be happy."
Lisa, :-D, trust you to make me wanna shake myself. Fandango! Saying what I would say, but with more Lisa, bless your beautiful heart, I do love you so.
And you're right, I think, Eminiem did make a booboo or two along the way LOL
What can I say, except every scene has it's own cast and props, some are just to keep the story working towards the next, and others determine the outcome. More in my replies. :-)
Thanks sweetie, loved your comment, x
Kesh, how long have you been playing guitar? I've great admiration for anyone who has mastered a musical instrument, I've tried my hand at numerous and never gotten beyond lullabies. Much to my father's disappointment, ;), being quite the musician, he was hoping one of his children would have inherited his talent, but, alas, none of us did. :-)
Must be fast heading towards the weekend downunder, have a good one, x
Thanks, Terry, :-), happy Friday, xoxo
Well not to worry if you don't have musical or internet talent. You have something better...natural inner beauty and it shows through your words. xo
Autumn is an angel
and a shining gem
on this earth.
(fandango?)
heehee!
dont shake yourself.
you could put an eye out
that way...
its morning...
i'm more mellow...!
off to the big music college
doing a favour for my ex
to drop off some cool posters
advertising the kids coming up here
in january to play at the
local jazz club in town.
aaaaaaaaand,
not only did he drop off posters,
i found one dozen xmas cds
waiting at my door last night!
hee hee!
wonder if i can get 'em sent in time.
its also chanukah today.
(at sundown)
i almost forgot!
my sister called
to wish me a happy!
"every scene has it's own cast and props, some are just to keep the story working towards the next, and others determine the outcome..."
ya, sometimes i think theres a giant person
up there giggling away, who drops certain
people or things smack down in front of us
to make us think about what the heck
we're doing here...like the creepo racist
guy they sent me at work who ended
up taking my job cuz i scurried out of
there not wanting to know he existed
on this earth. i wasnt supposed to
leave, but i let him get to me...
i was supposed to deal with it, and
i didnt. i bailed ship.
or maybe that was dealing with it.
people, props, things...
they're everywhere.
so there i was in our local
gigantic discount warehouse
place the other day
and while everyone scurried
round to snap up cheap and
cheerful holiday bargains,
i tucked into a corner
reading half of Deepak Chopra
newest little book i saw there,
Power, Freedom and Grace.
Chopra says that "when we
understand our true nature,
we begin to live from the source
of lasting happiness....from
true inner joy"...he says that by
knowing who we are, "we no longer
interfere with the innate intelligence
of the cosmos... instead, we allow
the universe to flow through us
with effortless ease, and our lives
are infused with power, freedom
and grace..." and then he makes
another million bucks by sharing
these simple truths...
(man! and i cant even get a job
at wal mart!)
funny to see these spiritual books
getting smaller and smaller
each year, as the truth reveals
itself to be simpler and simpler
all the time...
just as it always was...
xo
i'm not wearing red...not for anyone
sorry
and no bells here either :)
only jingling balls ;)
I do long for "simple", as Lisa so simply put it. Seems like life is anything but these days... I continue to look for it.
Happy Friday Autumn -hope you have had a good one so far.
Happy Friday, my lovelies!
Was so busy doing the rounds (most of it anyway), I clear forgot to reply to my own messages :-D, and now I'm one-eyed (half-asleep) and Lisa, yours especially take two, so, more in a few, xoxo
(sorry, i was in
one of my wacko moods
last night....
i'm all calm today...!)
sleep tight!
Terry, us humans
are the ones who make
life anything but simple!
so call off the search parties.
we found it.
(that was simple...!)
The monkeys wish you many smiles, like snowflakes on Christmas morn. :-)
There was the first couple reading that comment. Not sure how smart it is of us to keep refering to G-pop and the guys as monkeys though, I'm starting to picture them as a bunch of chimps hanging off you. :-D
Sweet dreams, my treasure chest of all things good. :-)
Friday was great, thanks Terry, well, that said, I did get into an argument with one of the chefs, which wasn't all that pleasant, but bless him, he had the grace to offer a sincere apology, really admired that, not often that happens. People just say what they want and then life goes on.
I've a quote somewhere in these pages, about simple answers, will have a look for it later, such a great quote it was too.
Love and hugs to you, sweetheart, xo
Lisa, you were not, I'd know, thrills me no end when you say something 'wacky'/wonderful and for a sec I wonder how I am ever going to respond to that. :-)
Was doing the rounds last night and then just as I was about to head to bed, silly me remembered I hadn't yet responded to my own, I mean how rude is that! I do apologize.
When does Brian arrive home exactly? Started counting the days, I'm sure. :-) I'll never forget the time he was coming up with his music buddies and for a least a week beforehand you were scrubbing and mopping and cooking and baking and picking up beer and drumsets (well, some kind of musical instrument) and all the rest of it. I'll bet you were always known as the cool mom amongst the kids!
Anyways, I'm sure you wrote next week, which means he must be staying for a good while if he is giving a concert in January. Lovely! Gotta just tell you again, how much I loved those vids, must be awesome to hear him play in person!! Now I'm just waiting to hear you play on one of those CDs, ooh, can't wait! :-D
That guy will learn along the way, something or someone will make him re-think those beliefs, it just wasn't meant to be you, that's all, so yes, absolutely, you did right to get out of there, away from the negative vibes and bad feelings. And there will be another job, a better one, one that's more permanent, it's just a matter or time.
"when we
understand our true nature,
we begin to live from the source
of lasting happiness....from
true inner joy".
Perfect!
Such a simple ("simple" to quote you)statement really, how could it be any other way. Freefall is needed though, we tend to fight too much, wanting to be something else, blinded sometimes, stubborn other times. More on that later, time's getting away from me here, need to start setting my alarm for 4am instead of 5. :-D
Happy Saturday, sweetie, and check your inbox for me later, xo
Hey You. Just so you know, you can break my ice anytime. :-D
Poppet
Been doing laundry while you were out earning the bacon. Fresh whey linens on the bed with soft grey goose down pillows sitting like lions guarding the library awaiting your sweet arrival. Lay back. I've got my Brazilian rainforest oils ready for the foot massage of the dreams of your dreams. Sandlewood woodwick candles lending their sonorous symphony to the waves of their aromatic delight, by the way.
Sweet Pea
As you can see, the boys are finished with their Saturday morning cartoons and just full of energy. You've been warned. :-D
Hey sugar muffin. What a welcome home! :-)
Soft music in the background (or nipple) along with all of that and I'd be all yours, even for a foot massage, am so very, very ticklish there, but somehow I don't think I would be laughing or squirming, at least not in a bid to get away. :-D
Monkeys, so very sweet you are to me. There was the time before I met you here and then there's been ever since, and I most definitely prefer this side of that moment. As was once famously sung To know you is to love you. :-)
hey Sunshine send me some of ur warm rays this way...
Hugggggggz!
Keshi.
Sorry I've been MIA. Been SUCH a busy little bee. Over 200+ Christmas cards with nice long messages were finally shipped out last week. 3 packages and 110 letters of support going out tomorrow. With the holidays coming to an end...I'll finally get a break.
Kids are so sweet though (viz your comment regd getting tear in eye). I dont feel good after she leaves to go back to her mums. The funny thing is that she's quite a pain when she is with me. Nevertheless, I miss her lots.
Hi Autumn -
Took the middle Baby Bear to the airport at 5:30am this morn - she is bound for Iceland to spend Christmas with Grandma and other kin. Jealous I am - I wish it were us going. The Bear and I are off to Seattle via plane not until Christmas Day night - sigh - still an entire week before we ship off. Really AM looking forward to our trip. Right now we are watching a travel show on London - saw a bunch of the places we went with you as our guide - how awesome to have made our own memories with you :-) It would be great to make some more. They showed an Indian restaurant, and of course we looked to see if it was the same one you took us to (it wasn't :-( )
Just kicking back today - tired after this mornings early airport run - wrapping a few things and trying to finish the Christmas cards. Hope you had a great weekend - G says he understands (grins) about the chef incident. He worked in a restaurant in the back for a few years, and knows what it is like to work with the "food nazi" as he referred to him...:-D
Hugs xo
Hey Terry. :-)
This isn't the Hawaii bear you are talking about, right? How exciting for her, has she been before? Baby bear was telling me a little of her trip, in between customer, through your blog I've developed a fascination with the scenery (though I always have wanted to go visit the hot springs etc) and cannot wait to hear more. Am hoping when we get a chance to meet up again, that she will bring along some photos of her time there.
Seems like almost everyone is going to be spending Christmas out of town. I can well imagine that you must have gazed longingly after her as she took her flight, wishing you were going with her, but you'll no doubt have a lovely trip where you are headed.
:-) I think back often on those couple of days that you were here. It still confounds me that you guys took the time and effort to come to London and visit with me. It well and truly made my summer to meet you both in person, and to know you were every bit as lovely as I thought you were. I have to laugh though, at how I dragged you guys all around the city to fit as much in as possible. Next time we need to set a whole day aside just to relax and talk, talk, talk. :-)
Kaptan's is little known, it's a small place as you saw, but they do do the best 'noisy chicken'. In the World! I challenge anyone to find better. :-)
"food nazi" LOL! We don't have one of those, but and this is the honest truth, we have "Hitler 1" and "Hitler 2", as everyone else has deemed fit to reference them. Kitchens are definitely hotbeds of temper, stress and flying spoons. And a whole lotta flirting for some reason. :-)
This weekend was pretty hectic, am looking forward to next weekend, for the obvious reasons, but also because I have another 4 day (woohoo!:) weekend, and I miss spending decent time with M each day.
It's always especially nice to see you on the weekend. :-) Say hey to G for me, and wishing you both a continued good weekend, xoxo
Chai, I simply don't believe you, ;-), that sweet face in those pictures I received could never be anything but angelic, 24/7, I'm sure. You know, one thing they did was confirm the impression we have of you from your blog of being an exciting, fun-loving dad. I don't know who was laughing hardest. :-D
Happy Sunday, x
Lindsey, those figures are staggering. Sending out so many smiles, how good are you! Santa will be very happy. :-)
Kesh, I've been shivering all day, we should go on holiday together, somewhere exotic and 30 degrees in the shade. ;-)
Monday morning already there, so have a great week ahead. Hugggggggz back attcha. :-D
I'm just here to see if you're still alive, girlie :D
Hope your weekend is of the good kind.
I'm blogging at http://awfulsouls.blogspot.com since our webhost have been flippin around with the PHP and then left it broken :(
Thanks, Christa - I've been trying and failing and trying and failing to comment at your regular haunt. Check in with you very soon! Hope you're having a GREAT weekend, x
U should drop by Sydney then ;-)
Keshi.
Pulling out the french press this morning. I think you might need it after last night. Morning Sweetness. :-)
Evening sweetheart. Thought very much appreciated, though I'm feeling unusually hyper for this hour of the morning. Keep it coming, I can always spend the extra energy later. :-)
Sweet dreams when you get that far. :-)
Kesh, is that an invitation? If so, I'll hold you to it. :-)
Happy Monday, xo
Hey Autumn, justed wanted to say Hey and hope your having a wonderful and less hectic Monday (if there is such a thing these days - LOL).
Take Care!!
Hope you had a great day today! Just dealing with my popsicle toes today... brrr.
Hey girlies, boy, am I glad to see you, you are a sight for sore eyes that's for sure. :-D Precious beings both of you, always bringing so much joy to all, to me. Cold here too, but nothing compared to Denmark. :-D Happy Monday, xo
Hello Autumn...well I've made it to WI in one piece and it's GREAT to be with my family...just popping in to say hello!
Hope you are having a nice night. Get all your shopping done? Not I.. LOL yeah right, like that will EVER happen!! Work is impossibly busy today - can't believe it is flying by so fast.
Happy end to Monday :-D
Just about, Terry, not quite. Both of us are incredibly late though, it's getting a bit scary, I'm not sure I've the nerve to brave the stores, do you? ;-)
Love and hugs to you and wishes for a happy rest of the day, and that all your work will miraculously disappear through minimum effort. :-D XO
Jillie, thank you, so good to hear that you made it safely and are enjoying your time back home. Look forward to hearing all about it! Take care and if you aren't in again before Christmas, let me take this opportunity to wish you much happiness and a Christmas of special memories.
Coffee is on. I'll grab two off-white cups with slight lips, pre-warmed. I'll toss two grey sweaters in the dryer to warm them up. Roll over on your left side. I'll tell you why later but think silverware. :-D
Okey dokey.
(One mention of grey sweaters and I'm there for the bidding. :-D)
One question: Silverware? :-D
Sweet dreams, when you get that far, x
Poppet was going to "spoon" you; thus the roll on your side bit. :-D
Tell Poppet, I'd like that, very much, :-D
....thank you....
Hope you had a great day - anything shakin at work? Just work here as usual - doing a few notarys and other junk - thank goodness not as busy as yesterday.
Hey Isay, hope you have a wonderful Christmas, x
Evening Terry,
was a whole lotta shakin' going on yesterday, suffice to say, I'm a lightweight. :-D
Sounds like your day wasn't too bad, just a couple more and you'll be on your way!
Sweet dreams, xo, love and hugs, x
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