~ Snags For You ~

After all that time off last week, going back to work has caught up with me.  I'm tired.  Not so much sleepy tired, but brain tired.  Ever get that way?  No! No! No! I have not taken any pain killers so it's not that.  I've been a good girl.. it's been days!  I just feel fried.  I'm going to bed but not before I share at least a few with you.

 

Hugs

~d 

 

PS  Sorry for the double alert.  I told you I was fried.  LOL  I forgot to change to HTML for the graphics.

 

                      

                                   

                       

                     

An Apology

Evenin' folks!  I want to start out by apologizing for my rant last night.  I was in a great mood, but had it with the issues we've all been experiencing over the past several weeks.  Or has it been months?  I meant everything I said but I may have offended some folks with the verbiage I used., and for that I am sorry.  My intent was not to ruffle feathers, nor use language you didn't feel appropriate.  Not towards you, my readers, anyway :)  I know I don't pay for AOL any longer, but I don't feel I should have to put up with the lies and crappy service.  It's not unique to non-paying customers it is service wide in both the states and across the pond.  Sitting back and accepting the lame excuses over and over just got to me.

 

I'm doing ok today.  A bit disappointed, but only in myself.  I know it's only been a week since my surgery and I am expecting too much no doubt, but I want to be normal.  Ok, so it will take more then the healing in my mouth to make me normal, but I want to be healed, be done with this, be able to chew my food.  I'm tired of fixing things that are soft because biting into something isn't happening yet.  Believe me, I am thrilled the constant pain, the headaches, and the aches and pains are gone.  I've replaced that with a bit of discomfort that I know will go away, but damn I want it gone now!   I have to be patient, but it is not in my nature.  I like to have that 'control' and I don't.

 

More winter graphics :)  I love the way 'winter beauty' came out, even if it is 63 degrees as I write this.  LOL  Oh, I've heard, it's coming.  I've seen a few folks post about the snow they've gotten out west and I got a call from Chicago earlier today that gave me the warning, 'it's on its way babe.'  Weatherman is calling for it to start with rain tomorrow evening and turn to snow by Friday.  Oh yippee!  Yes that was sarcastic.  :)  I was planning on some Christmas shopping this weekend. 

 

I really don't have anything else to say right now.  Well, yes I could talk endlessly, but won't.  I'm going to post this and get to bed.  I will catch up on the 'Tink' tags tomorrow.  I started them today but wasn't in the mood, sorry.

 

Hugs

~d

 

                   

                     

           

                          

          

~ Sunshine & Snags ~

Good news... ah yes... the sun was still shining today and the temperatures were in the 60's.  I'm in an absolutely great mood.  I pushed my dentist appointment up to today because I really needed the adjustments.  She took out the stitches and smoothed out the rough spots.  What a difference!!  They feel much better, and now that those sores are on the way to healing and the plates are sitting better.   I did notice a few more rough spots, yet they are no where near as bad!  I am still in shock over the difference.  I will be getting back in there in a few days to take care of the rest and have another adjustment as things will continue to change as I heal.  That, however, is not the sunshine I was referring to in my title.

 

What sunshine you ask?  I'm talking about the sunshine that is being blown up our asses from the folks who are here to help with journal issues.  Or maybe sunshine is being blown up theirs and they are just passing it on.  Alerts don't go out, folks can't edit or add entries.  We express our concerns and low and behold it's fixed but file manager doesn't work.  The URL expired?  What the hell is that?  The only time I've heard a URL not working is because it was changed, not because it expired.  We are given that sunshine and told to do this, go here, click this, and only load one file at a time and things will be fine, they'll work.  Bull shit!  I know I'm not the only one still having issues and getting the 'page has expired'.  You have to try repeatedly before you can even get there to try and upload that one file.  They say it works fine for them, it's a temporary fix and they are still working on it.  Well folks, go buy some lottery tickets!  Let me suggest Mega Ball, as you are the luckiest damn people in the world if you are not experiencing the same issues.  Or... maybe you really haven't tried?  Maybe you are just blowing sunshine up our asses?! 

 

Then today, journals won't open or are slow.  More often then not they didn't open.  Oh, Pamela Anderson filed for divorce.  Who gives a rats ass!?!  Ok, so some folks do care.  Why I don't know, but I will give the benefit of the doubt that some one actually does care.  But as I sat here today it dawned on me that with the last issues the same thing happened as they supposedly tried to fix it.  What excuse was it then?  Paris Hilton?  Brittney Spears?  So often I hear the bullshit I can't remember the order.  You can't be some what proactive as you know when news breaks this could happen? It wasn't adjusted 'just in case' after the last few times it happened?  I'm not a tech person, and will not even try to be one.  I just know these cannot be coincidences.  Not each and every time, and more and more often.  Why not just come out and be honest.  Say someone F'ed up and we don't know how to fix it, bare with us.  Don't send me on a wild goose chase telling me things will work this way when you know damn well it doesn't.  I'm no brain surgeon, but I sure as hell am smarter then you are giving me credit for.  Please don't insult us in this manner! 

 

Aaaahhhh..... you think it was by accident that my first graphic is that of an elf with the mistletoe over his ass?  No way in hell, take it for what it is worth!  Forgive me readers, I don't mean you... that is unless .......   Ohhhh.. and I did use file manager to load just that one.  It took me 4 tries to get past the page has timed out, but I did do it the way Bam Bam said.... but it works.... ??????????????? Oh warning, there is a bare bum in the snags.. LOL

 

Ok, done with the rant, just tired of folks making excuses.  I'm also tired of folks posting links to this bullshit like it is giving us news of a fix.  It's sunshine folks... just sunshine :)  It's late and I'm tired.  Let's hope hump day proves to be better here in J-Land.  Can't wait to see what 'fix' we get, only to find something else 'expired'. 

 

I am happy.. and no drugs.. just an opinion of this little 'ole lady. Thanks for humoring me by reading :)

 

Hugs

~d

 

 

         

              

      

                    

              

Winter Wonderland

Oh, yeah, right!  Winter Wonderland?  I'm in what is called the snow capital of the world by the media, it's the end of November, after 11:00 at night and it is almost 60 degrees!  Winter Wonderland my ass!  Hmmm... but it appears Seattle is experiencing some winter weather as I saw it on Monday Night Football.  Aaaahhh and the media says it always rains there.  Go figure.  You need to know the weather?  Look outside! 

 

It's no wonder so many people have the crud, no one knows how to dress!   I know it sounds like I'm complaining, and maybe some where in my subconscious I am, but I really don't mind the nice weather.  I know that it won't be long before the cold and snow arrive to stay.  Maybe I just get so tired of folks thinking it snows here 11 months a year.  I was on the phone with someone from down south today and when they found out I where I was, they asked how much snow we had.  Grrrrr  Apparently they thought we still had the snow that fell back in October.  They were genuinely surprised when I said it had melted the next day.  Maybe I should have said I needed to put my snow shoes on and walk to work as there was just so much snow the roads were closed. 

 

Do I sound crabby?  As I went back and read that it almost sounded like I was bitching.  LOL  I'm not, I'm being a bit sarcastic and silly.  For a Monday night I am actually in a great mood, you know how I hate Mondays!  Work was not bad.  My desk was not piled high for a change, but I did have a few voice mails and several emails.  Before I knew it the clock was striking 10.  Thanks for all the energy, all the good vibes helped!!  I wasn't in too much pain and I was able to eat my soup without incident.  Some folks knew what was going on and immediately sought me out to see how I made out.  The compliments made me feel really good but then also made me think how right I was and they were bad before.  Only one person that did not know made a comment.  We were standing talking aboutsomething else and she mentioned something looked different.  I was waiting for her to ask if I got my hair cut or something, but before I could say anything she asked me to smile again.  She thought I had veneer's, and commented on how pretty they looked.  She also made mention, like so many others have, that I talked different.  Not that I'm talking like I have a mouth full of shit, but rather that I am not so self conscious and I open my mouth freely as I talk, I smile freely. I no longer make every effort to cover my teeth by not opening my mouth properly.  YEAH!! I also have been feeling great.  The pain I had prior is gone.  No more headaches and no more issues with my sinuses.   They say mouth/teeth issues can cause so many other problems and I have to say I agree.  Or.... it's the drugs talking and it's all in my head.

 

Like I said I'm in a great mood and was feeling a bit silly today, so I just played around with a few graphics.  They are all over the board, but I had fun doing them.  Maybe you'll find something you like.  I have to say the abominable snowman in the bath cracked me up.   The little 'critter' making the snowman looks like he has something in his hat trying to escape.  Not the effect I was looking for but what the hell... LOL 

 

Remember, when saving animation you need to save as a .GIF file.  If AOL does not give you that option, select all files and then before saving type in .GIF after the file name I gave it.  Saving any other way will cause the animation to be lost.  Also AOL pictures and animation are not compatible.

 

 

 

                

 

                                    

               

                      

 

              

 

Tink is available on my tag journal.  I know I shouldn't post it here as I really want you to leave a comment over there or email me at MyDsDesigns@aol.com so I can keep things straight and not miss a request, but I know some visitors here would like it and don't always go to that journal or have it on alerts.  Ok, and I thought I'd pimp myself too.  LOL  But please, help this gal out and send the requests there.  Goood gaaawd the drugs could really cause some confusion this time around :)~

 

                 

 

Off to bed... again thanks for the good vibes and energy.  Let's hope tomorrow is as smooth. 

 

Hugs

~d

Shopping... Vintage Style

Ok, so we drove in a car powered by gas, we had music playing as we drove, it was over 60 degrees out and we only wore fleece type jackets, and all the stores were powered with electricity and had digital cash registers.  What?  That isn't vintage?  Oh, I think the vintage was meant just for the graphics :)~

 

Shopping was good.  You'd never have thought it was the end of November.  It was warm, a slight breeze, the sun was shining and you could smell leaves and wood fires burning off in the distance.  Houses were decorated and the streets in town were festive.  I almost felt like I was back in Dallas with the warm weather.  No worries, I know it won't last long.   I even heard in one of the stores we were in, that the October storm was predicted and that we'd get two more in December but the rest of the winter would be fairly mild.  I'm not sure if that is a good thing or not.

 

We made it in time to do a few boutiques, and it was so much fun.  We saw some really neat items and homemade crafts.  I will definitely be taking another ride when I have more time and less people.  It's a blast to go shopping with my Mom and sisters, but so much time is wasted looking for each other or waiting for others to finish looking.  I'm the type of shopper who knows more or less what she's looking for and does the in and out thing.  I was looking for something different for a girl I work with, we pick names and will be exchanging mid December.  I was not successful this trip, but I'll know when I see it.

 

Overall we didn't really buy a whole lot.  We did a lot of eewwwing and aaahhhing, but in some of the shops the items were way out of our price range!  I can't list what I got as family members read this and I want things to be a surprise.  It's actually going to be fairly easy again this year.   I come from a family of 7 children and we stopped exchanging long ago.  We've done a few different things in the past.  Theme baskets, picking names, and years ago we did treat baskets.  Everyone would bring 8 of one thing.. like 8 bottles of wine, 8 cheese and crackers, 8 summer sausage, whatever.  When we got to my parents we would then take out 7 and put one in each of the other baskets.  We'd all end up with a basket of treats (or whatever).  It always came in handy around the holidays as you always had goodies if you had guests stop.  It was perfect!  This year we decided to do gift certificates for dinner.  We will just put them in an envelope and pick one when the time comes.  The kids, all 9 of them pick names.  Since they are all grown now it works out nice.  They set a dollar limit and they shop.  It's nice now that they are all working :)  With that said, I don't have to get too many actual gifts.  Once again without doubt I will spoil my son and the kids rotten.  How can you not?  Plus, Santa will put something under that tree for me too.  LOL

 

I can't believe it is after 11 and my time off is over.  I always hate Mondays, but this one is going to be even more dreadful.  I've not had to get up and move nor have I really had to think much these last few days.  The psychedelic colors/images don't count.  Remember?  It was the drugs!  LOL  Anyway with it being late and I need to get my arse up and moving I should get to bed.  I hope everyone had a great weekend and maybe you can all find some good, happy vibes to send my way for my first day back to work.  A little extra energy wouldn't hurt either ::grin::  Thanks, you guys ROCK!  Good Night.

 

Hugs

~d 

 

 

            

              

 

Good Morning!!

I definitely prefer coffee in the morning, but I had done this graphic several days ago and have been itching to put it up.  It's almost 60 here and not even close to a hot cocoa day, but what the hell, I'm still stoned.  LOL  I like that excuse, and will no doubt be using it for weeks to come.   Any mistake, any fumble in my talking, anything.. 'it's the drugs!  I'm stoned!'  Sounds good to me, how 'bout you?  :)~

 

The other two graphics I did this morning (and yes once again I couldn't decide with or without snow) as I sipped on my coffee and allowed my body to catch up with my brain.  Yeah, yeah it didn't take too long as my brain is moving slow too.  My body was just stiff when I got out of bed.  I felt cracks and creeks as I moved.  I know it's from being lazy and not moving much, so today I am going to go out.   We were going to meet at my Mom's at noonish but that isn't going to happen.  My sister slept in this morning.  I didn't have the heart to wake her as she has taken on a second job for the holidays and has worked both Friday and Saturday night.  I thought it only fair to let her rest.  Unfortunately for her, my naps have not helped her one bit!  My other sister is waiting on a visit from FEMA.  It's about time don't you think?  The storm was over a month ago.  No wonder New Orleans is still such a mess.  If they moved any slower they'd be standing still!  All this works in my favor.  I can take my time and enjoy an extra long hot shower. 

 

All kidding aside, I do feel pretty good today.  I have to go back to work tomorrow and think I will be fine.  Since I talk for a living that will be the true test.  Thanks to everyone for the suggestions and ideas.  I will be calling the Dentist again tomorrow.  The rough spots I speak of are not rough on the teeth themselves, but rather the fact that the bends, twists, and bumps don't match perfectly with those in my mouth.  Not something I can easily file away or fix.  I am sure they will be able to though.  The more the swelling goes down the more I feel where adjustments need to be made.  Nothing completely unbearable, but I do want it fixed.  I will say this, the pain and discomfort I feel now is nothing compared to what I'd been experiencing for the past year or so.  How stupid I was to wait!  :::knocking on wood:::  Let's hope I feel the same way in a few weeks. 

 

Off to the shower and some shopping.......  hope everyone has a great day!

 

Hugs

~d

 

~ Cartoon Holiday Snags ~

Just couldn't resist playing with these.  Sometimes the cartoon holiday graphics can be so cute.  I have a few more but thought this was more then enough for one entry.  I do apologize for those on dial up or a slower connection.  Hmmm... what am I saying here?!?!  I'm not sure if I was on a slower connection I'd even wait for things to load.  I just can't see doing them one at a time though.  I'd have a gazillion entries, and no doubt you'd all kill me if you have me on alerts. 

 

The day was spent in sweats and a T-shirt, it was more like a spring day then the end of November.  I had windows open and the temps reached the low 60's.  I will take it, because before long it will be winter!  I'm hoping I feel ok tomorrow.  We are planning on a shopping trip to a quaint town just south of here.  Lots of little unique shops and boutiques.  Hoping to at least put a little dent in the Christmas shopping.  ARGH!  I haven't even started. 

 

I'm off to bed shortly, hope everyone had a great Saturday!

 

Hugs

~d

 

 

              

                                

                

                        

                    

                           

                 

                           

Stoned!

Yes, yes I am.  I have been flying high since about 12:30-1:00, and I have no intentions of letting it wear off.  I decided with this dose I was not going to go lay down.   I'm tired of sleeping.  Tired of making the rounds from the couch to my bed.  I know I need rest, but I am so stiff when I get up it takes me hours to get moving.  So, this afternoon I sat and did a few graphics.  One job I can do while being high and no one can yell at me.  LOL  Ok, so my hand is not as steady and my eyesight is a bit blurred, but all in all I think I did ok.   You be the judge. 

 

Most of the swelling is gone, but I do see some bruising under my chin.  Not much and it never really turned black and blue, I just have that yellowish tint that one gets when the bruising wears off.  It had been sore there, and then tender, but today it actually feels good.  I did call the Dentist office to discuss some 'rough' spots that need to be smoothed over.  Unfortunately, no one was there today to help me.  Nothing major, but I have sore areas from things rubbing, or I think that is what it is.  I'm hoping as the swelling goes down, that will go away.  I will call again Monday and see about making the adjustments.  I actually have an appointment for Wednesday morning to get the stitches out and for those adjustments but I'm hoping if it keeps up I don't have to wait that long.  It's not out of this world painful, but it's a tad uncomfortable, and after paying all that money they should fit like gloves. 

 

Having some homemade chicken soup for dinner and will probably eat shortly.  My belly started rumbling a few minutes ago and I best eat while I'm hungry.  I think all the med's take my appetite away.  Not a bad thing actually, but I do not recommend this diet to anyone! 

 

Forgive me if I babbled, if I forgot words, or made absolutely no sense.  Like I said, I'm stoned! 

 

Hugs

~d

                     

                                             

                                  

              

                               

Kicking my Butt

The pain is subsiding, but I have to say this is kicking my butt!  I have pain here but I don't think it's the incision or where the teeth have been taken, it's much deeper.  I have to think the spots of pain are located where my 'healthier' teeth were.  I am not black and blue, but my jaw line is sore and up high on either side of my nose.  I've taken the Motrin and the pain pills, I just don't like the loopy feeling.  I feel like I've been swimming in a sea of booze.  LOL hence my little graphic.  I get up sit for a bit and then it is back to lay down.  I swear as soon as my head hits the pillow I am sound asleep and out for hours.  I am not use to napping during the day, let alone sleeping for hours on end.  My goal was to have the surgery and be able to eat on Thanksgiving, which I did.  I was just hoping I'd be up and at 'em by now.  Maybe I am trying to rush things, but I was hoping to feel a bit better by today. 

 

I did take some time and work on a few graphics, but I just don't have the creative juices that I like.  I've done a few and redone them and then finally just deleted.  No doubt it is the foggy feeling and the pain :(  Here are a few and I will try and get more up later.  I do have a new sig tag that was done prior to my surgery I just wanted to wait until I was feeling better.  I will post it tonight, but keep in mind it might take me a bit longer to fill requests.  Feel free to check it out at D's Designs  If it's not there when you get there give me a few, it will be :)

 

I'm off to do my other entry and then it's back to the couch.  I hope everyone recovered from the 'eats' and are doing good this Friday evening.

 

Hugs

~d

Thursday.... and I did it!

Yes Guido, I checked and it is actually Thursday.  LOL  I guess since I pretty much missed Tuesday when I did my post last night I thought it was Tuesday.  I'm just blaming it on the drugs!!

 

I am pretty tired and just finishing up my jello so I can take my med's and go to bed.  Today was good and it was nice to be around friends and family.  Dinner was great.  The entire house smelled of goodies and my tummy growled on several occasions.   When we were called to the table I started to fix my plate and could not pass up the turkey.  I grabbed a little slice and cut it in very very small pieces.  I drowned it in gravy and it pretty much just slid down.  YUM!!  Mashed tators and stuffing was also part of my meal along with chocolate pudding and ice cream.  I even had two helpings.  LOL  That's the most I've eaten in days and it was wonderful!  No doubt it will give me some energy tomorrow and help me on my way.

 

I'm in a bit of pain right now, and not ashamed to say I am not a martyr, I will be taking a pain pill before I go to bed.  I probably over did it a bit with talking, can you believe it?  Me talking to much?  LOL I will rest tomorrow.

 

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving!  I'm off to bed.

Hugs

~d

Late Tuesday Night

Evening folks!  I hope this finds everyone ready for the big feast tomorrow.  I know some don't celebrate like we do here in the States, but that doesn't mean you can't have a feast anyway :)  I would just like to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving whether you celebrate or not.  You can use it as a day to just give thanks for the good things in your life and allow me to thank you for being part of mine.

 

I had every intention of doing a graphic for the special day, but I just haven't had the energy or creative spark to even try.  I have so many winter/Christmas ones already done I am just using them.  I had thought of doing theme entries along the way, but I never really got that done either.  So this evening I have a few bells that I had done, so I will share them.  Surely you won't mind.  

 

All in all I am feeling fairly well.  I slept through the night last night and woke about 5:45 in pain and swollen.  I got up and ate some pudding and took my med's ( I am not suppose to take them without food), and went back to bed.  It took me a bit to fall back asleep and really started my day badly.  It took a few more doses to get me feeling comfortable but it did eventually come.  I had a check up with the Dentist at 5 and it went well.  They were very surprised at how well I was talking. LOL  they don't know I am a huge talker I guess.  Out came the teeth, it was a bit painful but at the same time felt wonderful and odd.  They washed them up and cleaned them nice and actually let me rinse my mouth.  They had me use diluted Listerine and I was able to finally spit!  I went through the entire cup they gave me and asked for more.  We all got a chuckle but it felt so good to be able to swish, spit and swish some more.  I am now suppose to rinse with warm salt water 4 times a day.  I'm a bit scared to pull them out, but rest assured I will.  It maybe be a bit painful taking them out and putting them back, but it is so refreshing.  I'm one of those people who has a toothbrush and toothpaste handy at all times.  Going over 24 hours without grossed me out!  I know doing this will help me heal faster and with each hour I do feel a bit better. 

 

I doubt I will be able to eat turkey tomorrow but I know I will go to town on mashed tators and gravy.  Even some stuffing as I requested some with no nuts :)  Then of course chocolate pudding for dessert.  Yeah!  We will be going to my sisters and the majority of my family will be there.  I am not sure if I can make a complete day of it, but I will go over for a bit at least.  The pain killers make me sleepy and I definitely need to put my head down once they kick in.  I don't want to 'hog' the couch over there so we'll play it by ear.

 

Well, I had some Jello and took my pills so it's off to bed for me.  I will definitely not sleep straight through tonite.  The alarm is getting set so I can get the pills in me and not let everything completely wear off.   Everyone have a great turkey day!

 

Hugs

~d

Be Thankful

I have so much to be thankful for.  To start with, all of you.  The cards, emails, comments, and IM's have helped give me strength.  I know in comparison this was something very small but to me it was huge and having so many behind me has made me feel so loved and so special.  Thank you!

 

Everything went as planned.  My son picked me up and got me there right on time.  The Dr. walked into the room and asked how I was.  I couldn't even answer, but rather broke down in tears.  Once I was composed I answered the questions he asked and let him know about the pain I had been experiencing for the past couple days.   Contrary to my earlier entry I did not mean my bottom as in my ass, but the bottom portion of my mouth.  I blame the play on words on the drugs!  LOL  I did have an infection in my gum below one of my bottom teeth and it had ached for a day or two prior.  Before I knew it they were telling me to wake up and open my eyes.  When I did I had no pain except in that spot.  I tried to tell him and at first I couldn't talk.  I felt like my teeth were too big for my mouth, but they assured me that wasn't the case.  He did let me know there was an infection there and he took care of it by inserting some antibiotics.   By the time the numbness wore off the pain there was pretty much gone.  My teeth no longer feel to large, and I could put my lips together.  I napped off and on all day and as I write this I feel pretty good, but did just take more med's.  I will go back tomorrow afternoon at 5 and they will remove the teeth, examine my gums and assume send me on my way.  I have to eat before taking my med's, so I have eaten a bit.  Pudding and whipped cream earlier, chicken noodle soup for dinner, but will admit I was leery of the noodles and veggies.  And then had more soup and a bit of ice cream just a bit ago.   I do hope I feel as good tomorrow.  I didn't bleed a ton, and came no where close to bleeding to death, but on occasion I can still taste it in my mouth.  No rinsing, and no spitting.  I must swallow.  LMAO  And yes, I did laugh when the Dr told me that too :)~ 

 

My son was a trooper through this all and treated me like a princess spoiling me rotten.  He has called me about 15 times to make sure I was ok and to see if I needed anything.  So,  yes he does love me.  Not that I doubted it, but it's nice to have it re-enforced from time to time.  Being 20 he isn't always as open with those feelings. 

 

I am off from work until Monday and do plan on getting back before the holiday but I wanted to make sure I wished everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving just in case. 

 

Love you all and again thank you so much for friendship and support.

hugs

~d

Quickie

Ok I'm home.. came home and went to bed.  Son went and got meds and just woke me up so I could eat something soft and take more meds.....  Let me tell you the coffee tastes great!  Just wish it were a bit hotter.

When I went in this morning my bottom was sore and still is.. had a slight infection in there that he cleaned up.  Hopefully that will be gone in no time..  Top is fine.

Still bleeding but they say that is normal.  I am off to bed for a bit more.. thanks for all the prayers and good vibes I so appreciate it.  I will try to do more later.

love ya

hugs

~d

Tylenol PM

I want to thank you all once again for the well wishes and prayers.  I am absolutely petrified!  I just can't get past the fear of not waking up or bleeding to death.  I know it sounds silly and for as strong as I am in other aspects it amazes me this is effecting me so.  I was in tears on several occasions today... not sure if it was because of fear or because I'm being so vain.  Either way they were tears that didn't stop easily.   I did get some really sweet IM's from folks that did everything in their power to cheer me up and calm my nerves and it worked for a bit.  Thank you!  Getting some laughs out was good for my soul. 

 

I called the Dr. today with hopes that he would call in the pain and the anti inflammatory scripts so I could pick them up tonight and not worry about them tomorrow, but he said no.  I know he probably has his reasons, and I am a fairly new patient (my old dentist dropped my insurance), but it would have made things much easier for me.  Grrrrr  I also asked for something to help me sleep this evening and he told me I didn't need it.  HUH???  How the hell do you know?  I'm spazzing here and at times almost feel as though I am going to have a heart attack and you know I don't need it?  So screw him, I went and got Tylenol PM and just took some.  I am hoping this will lull me into sleep.  Of course I made sure it would be ok, so no worries :)

 

My son will pick me up and take me in.  I have to be there by 9:15, but of course told him 9.  LOL  They are telling me it should take about 45 minutes to an hour.  Seems really fast for me, but then I think ohhh gaaawd that is so long.  Depending on how I feel I will get on and let you all know how I made out.  Just please send as many positive vibes you can muster.  (I know you will)  I just need to ask again 'cuz I am a spazz!  I'll have a stuffed animal to cuddle or rip apart as well as Super Ste in my pocket.  LOL  Thanks Babes!

 

I'm feeling a bit of calmness coming over me so I'm off to bed and try to get to sleep.

Love you and thanks so much!

 

Hugs

~d

~ Snowmen Snags ~

I absolutely adore snowmen!  I have a collection of them and each year I, or family members, add to it.   The don't symbolize Christmas and most of mine can stay out all winter, and do.  Even though they represent snow and cold I just think they are so cute and cuddly.  When I see them I can't help but examine them closely and try to relate to something about them.  Usually I find that something and purchase it.  I have no idea how many more I will be able to fit in my house, but it doesn't matter I make room.  When I see the graphics I grab them.  I just can't help myself.  I don't always work with them, but I do have them.  I thought I'd share a few with you tonight.  Hope you find something that tickles your fancy.

Hugs

~d