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Saturday, May 31, 2008
~ Soccer Anyone? ~
Tuesday night my niece called about 6:30 to tell me Gage had his first soccer game at 7:30. I had pretty much just walked in the door and was exhausted. There was no way I was going to get dinner and be out the door in time to make it. 'When's his next game?' Turns out it was Thursday, so I told her I'd go to that one. She called me Wednesday morning to let me know he scored a goal. GRRRR and I missed it. With any luck he'd be on the score sheet Thursday too.
I get to the field on Thursday just before them. I call her to verify I'm at the correct field and she answers her phone, 'I see you.' They were heading in and Gage ran directly to the field to join his team and warm ups. I stood where I was and attempted to get some shots of him as the coach tossed the ball and the kids and they returned it using their head. I wasn't quick enough to get the ball making contact, but I did try.
We all know lately 'bug' has no interest in getting her picture taken. Hmmmm or so we thought. As I snapped away at Gage I hear in the sweetest, softest voice, 'Aunt Donna I'm smiling pretty.' When I turned she was leaning up again a tree with the shy look. How does one resist? Of course I snapped the picture.
The game started and we made our way to our chairs. Steve and his girlfriend showed up and I sat looking through the pictures from their trip. All 200+ LOL They got some great shots and we laughed at some of them. It was nice hearing about the trip and the good time they had. Smiles all around. Only thing, I was missing Gage's game. Well, the first half anyway. The second half started and Gage was in goal. OMG!!! He's asked his coach several times to play goal, and this was his chance. Play goal he did.... or is it more like playing with the goal? LOL At that age the ball doesn't get into the zone a whole lot and you could tell he was a bit bored. Playing with the netting. Weaving his arms through the holes, forcing his head through the hole, catching the bugs that flew by. He was a hoot!!! While I put my extra lens on and made an attempt to grab some shots 'bug', once again, wanted to be the subject of the photo's. She put her face square at the end of my lens. I had to pull back the zoom just to see her, and as you see you can actually see the sides of the lens. Normally I wouldn't take shots like that, but we had to laugh. Funny faces and all. I grabbed some of the nicer ones and added it to the collage of her.
The 'Killer Bees' won the game. They scored some on Gage, he made some saves. After the game when he was asked if he would play goal again, 'No way! My hands were all sweaty.' I don't think he'll ask his coach anymore. LOL
My week was long for being a short one. Lots of work to catch up on. Near the end of the day yesterday my head started to pound. I could tell the pressure in the air was changing and it was going to rain. My sinuses hated it! The rains came in the middle of the night and relieved that pressure. With any luck today won't bring the same effects. I have a graduation party to go to and I don't want to feel as though my head is going to blow off my shoulders! I hope everyone is having a good start to the weekend and that your week was good.
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Thursday, May 29, 2008
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~ A Few ~
..... more. The pictures pretty much tell the story of Sunday. In the morning my brother-in-law and his son E went out fishing. As they were out in front of the camp the boat turned slightly and I grabbed a shot. Busy at work. Intense. Thinking of the good and bad of the world, trying to solve all the problems. Bull shit, they were thinking about getting back to camp to get a beer. It was hard work! LOL
We pretty much hung out on the dock the entire day. The sun was out but there was a chill in the air. That breeze off the water, ya know? We all ended up with slight sunburns. Odd sunburns. Farmer tans if you know what is. I had a t-shirt and Capri's on. I sat crossed legged and one pant leg was higher then the other. Can you guess? I had a burn on one leg almost to my knee, the other leg just about my ankle. How pretty!!! My arms got sun from just above the elbows down. My face... well my nose. It always seems to attract the sun. Others had flip flops on and the tops of the feet were as red as a tomato. Oh the fun!!
As it got later it cooled off a bit. Fishing off the dock. Like father like sons. E and Dad posing with the fish they caught. My nephew J casting right off the dock. I zoomed into the dock at the camp next door. Just thought it interesting. Maybe it's just me.
At one point the seagulls were dive bombing the water for the food left over from feeding the ducks. I happened to catch one on the way out. It's not the clearest as he moved pretty damn fast. A 'poser' he is not.
Not much more to say about the actual weekend but I still have tons of pictures. I think I will put a little slide show together to show off the rest. We'll see what happens.
Hope everyone is having a good week so far.
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Tuesday, May 27, 2008
~ Fessing Up ~
Ok, so these stairs are actually the way down to the camp. I think I remember the kids counting them years ago and there are 72. I wanted to grab this picture to give you, as well as friends in real life an idea of them. It's hard to describe and even harder to imagine. There was a time that it was the only way down to the camp and back up. Now, well they are much luckier. There is a new neighbor who redid the property next door (to the right of the stairs). He is still working on it. He built a gorgeous home on the top of the hill and tore down the existing camp and built a new one. In so doing he also put a road down to the river. He is a good guy and lets us pull down to load and unload the car. On Friday when we arrived we did it the old fashion way by stairs, but I never had to walk back up them. With my Achilles and calf muscle issues I would never have been able to do it. Down is rarely an issue, but up 5 stairs can make them both act up. They would have needed to borrow a crane to get me back to the top. So forgive me for not fessing up immediately :)
This is a house on the way up. It's along Black Lake. My sister uses it as a landmark for her ride in. I rarely take that route if I'm driving. I like the easier, less turns, no way to get lost route. She thinks it looks like something out of psycho. LOL A little smaller, but I see why. I imagine the house was gorgeous in it's day. It's so sad to see it just stand there like that. Actually, there are so many just left, empty to fall apart.
Ahhhh... my nephew. Don't let the subtle smile fool you, he is in heaven. He is a fishermen through and through. As we arrived and brought our things down to the camp he was on the dock out front removing a Northern from his hook and line. He was afraid it would die, and he was going to throw it back and did so before I could get the camera. I dropped my bags and immediately went out to try and beat him but it was to late. Or so I thought, he was reeling in another. It was overcast, the skies a bit dark and the river a bit rough. The fish were feeling good.. safe one might say. No one had fished off that dock in months, and who would be out in that weather. HA! They don't know E. This was the second, and actually smaller then the first. He's not real fond of Northern's, they are hard to clean with lots of bones, and I don't think he likes the taste. Maybe it's because they have teeth!?! Sharp nasty teeth! Whatever the reason he throws them back. Didn't much matter, on Friday I bet he caught 10 in a matter of an hour or so. Believe me when I say he was happy.
A bit later in the day he caught another. I happened to be sitting nearby and attempted to get a shot of the teeth. LMAO Doesn't look bad here as you can only see a few, but trust me. They are the ugliest fish and those teeth are nasty. Don't ever let anyone tell you only sharks have teeth :)~
Looking to the left or south of the camp is the Ogdensburg/Prescott bridge. By water it's probably a little over a mile away, by road I think it's close to 3. This is the same bridge from my previous entry, but they were on the boat and just about under it. I'm taking this from the dock out front. You can see by the clouds the weather was weird.
Friday and Saturday it was a bit cloudy, windy, and chilly. I am sure away from the river it was much warmer, but we were getting the wind off the cold water. Saturday the guys did some work around the camp. Cleaning the grounds if you will, getting rid of what winter had washed up on shore. Cutting grass and cutting back weeds. They started a fire to burn things away as it's a pain to haul it out of there. Me? I was lazy and laid around relaxing, reading, sleeping, eating, sleeping some more, eating more. Ohhhh I did help clean up after dinner. LOL It's easy carrying paper plates to the huge pot belly stove in the living room to burn later. Again hauling it out of there.......
By no means is it the Ritz, tho I think E may argue :) It is a wonderful place. They have running water, but it is pumped in from the river so you can't drink it. The hose is taken out each winter and put back the next year. They never got the water set up until Saturday so lets just say Friday night was interesting. They did it a bit different this year for now. The water was way to rough to put the removable dock portion in (which is what the hose is connected to), and the water was to damn cold to get into the water. There was a time the connection to the house was actually under the house so someone had to go in and submerge themselves if they wanted water. Now, they have the connection on the side of the house so it isn't as bad. Easy for me to say, I didn't have to do it. BRRRR Saturday morning when the water was hooked up we cheered. They have a hot water tank so there is hot and cold to shower, flush toilets, etc. Bottled water is brought in for cooking and drinking. Hmmmm well that is when you need something to drink besides a beer, wine, or mixed drinks.
Later in the day on Saturday we did take a boat ride. I took my camera hoping to get some pictures. Funny thing. I swear the captain had a rearview mirror. Every time I had my camera up and focused he would speed up and turn the direction we were going. I was lucky enough to sneak a few. The St. Lawrence has 1000's of islands, hence the name The 1000 Island region. As we past this island I thought the view was interesting. Green grass, wild weeds, purple wild flowers, and the bare tree. The captain held the boat pretty steady at the perfect time. I will bet he was bending over getting a beer out of the cooler.
I have so many pictures and I couldn't decide which to use and which to just hold on to. This is getting to be a pretty long entry, and I'd hate to bore those that read to tears so I will pick up tomorrow with more pictures and a little bit more about my weekend. It's not earth shattering, it's about fun and relaxing on a long weekend away from the hustle and bustle of work and home life.
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Monday, May 26, 2008
~ Home Again, Home Again, Jiggety Jig ~
What can I say? The weekend was great! The weather wasn't to awfully bad either. As we got closer to the camp the rain came and went, and came again. Timing was good though, as we pulled in and were ready to unload the car it had stopped again. This is a picture of the camp I took while out on the boat on Saturday. You can see the set of stairs. Killer stairs!! You park up top and come down the stairs with your goods to the camp, which sits right on the river. Note the fishing poles on the roof of the screened room. Saturday the water was a bit rough, but not so much that we stayed put ::grin::
I'll write more about the weekend later, just wanted to let you all know I'm home safe and sound. Tired, but ................. I did take lots of pictures and will share more later as well. I did want to put this one of the sunset up though. My nephew and his girlfriend out fishing. I couldn't resist the shot or the color. They are pretty close to the other side of the river, but not quite.
I'll get all my alerts turned back on tomorrow when I get home from work. Can't even think of that right now. I'll get tag requests out in the next day or two. Thanks for understanding. I do hope everyone is well and had a great weekend.
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Thursday, May 22, 2008
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~ The Mighty River ~
Some of you might remember this picture from a while back. My nephew's girlfriend took this picture while out on his boat up at the camp. It's been decided and I will be heading out in the morning for a weekend there. I'm hoping the weather is half way decent. I don't need it hot, it's not like I'd go in the river anyway BRRRRRR it would be mighty cold this time of year!! I just want the sun to shine and some warm air. Sitting outside will do my body, mind, and soul good. Seeing a colorful sunset, boats on the water, hearing the mild lapping of the water on the shore. Sound good? Sure does to me.
Bags are just about packed. Goodies definitely are. The house has mixed smells of different treats and meals. Batteries are being charged, and I will take the charger with me :) The final touches will be done in the morning and we should be on the road about 10-10:30. Should arrive around 2.
I've gone through alerts and shut them off. Even though folks aren't writing like they used to I'm still averaging quite a few a day and after 4 days.. OMG!!! If there is something you think I should know about, please shoot me an email. I am current on all tag requests, and will offer another this evening. Keep in mind it most likely won't be sent out until next week.
I hope everyone has a great weekend, and if you are traveling stay safe. My son will arrive home tomorrow evening from his time in Florida. We've talked several times and they've had a great time. Can't wait to see the pictures they took and hear more detailed stories.
Lisa... wanted to wish you a very Happy Birthday... enjoy it.. and I do hope all your dreams and wishes come true. You, my friend, deserve the best life has to offer. Love ya!
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Tuesday, May 20, 2008
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~ Had to Try ~
Evenin'! I hope everyone is doing good. Earlier today I was reading an entry by Betty over at My Day My Interests. If you've not visited her, do so, you will not be disappointed in her photo's. Today she gave some direction on color isolation on black and white. As I read, I thought, I can do that. LOL So this evening I tried. I picked fairly easy photo's and gave it a whirl. Not bad for my first two attempts. Or so I think. LMAO! I will have to search for better shots to attempt it on.
Today was a pretty good day. Then I heard the news about Ted Kennedy. My thoughts and prayers go out to him and his family. This family has endured so much over the years, it saddens me to think once again they've been hit with such sad tragic news.
I had American Idol on this evening. No hockey, not until Saturday. LOL I was home alone and wanted background noise. I think it's going to be a close one this year. Did you watch? Did you vote? Do tell us......... LOL
Plans are being made, and yes I will get away this weekend as it stands now. Hopefully the weather forecast will be good. I can't get excited about sitting at the St. Lawrence with temps in the 40's. BRRRR If I do go alerts will be turned off and I will catch up when I get back.
Did you take the hockey poll? Hmmmm? Did you? I think with the amount of visitors here the total should be a bit higher. LMAO Right now it's split equally. 'Cmon folks, make a choice and just do it! ::giggle:: It's for fun :)~
Bored yet? I know I'm just writing for the sake of writing..... so I will end it here. HEY! Stop cheering ...... hope everyone has a great hump day.
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Monday, May 19, 2008
~ It's all Set ~
Last time around... this is for the big prize. Detroit and Pittsburgh meet in the big dance. Now this one is easy and I expect you all to pick. LMAO!!! You don't want me to get that tracker out do you? Pick the team, the city, the color, the weather... oh wait that would be close to the same. Just pick.
I'm waiting.........................
Thursday, May 15, 2008
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Wednesday, May 14, 2008
~ Hump Day ~
I swear I had nothing to do with this, other then purchasing the lawn type ornament. When my sister and I went to get the first bird feeder we saw this. We both loved it. A little lawn ornament that is a tic tac toe board. We decided to go back and get it for my Mom for her Mother's Day gift. We thought it would look cute in her backyard some place near the built in pool. A nice decoration. As she unwrapped the gift 'Bug' made a big deal. First it was in a fairly large box, and she wanted the wrapping paper. 'Don't rip it, it's beautiful,' she said over and over as my Mom took her time opening. That in itself had us laugh. She didn't just say 'beautiful' it was 'beeeeeeeeuuuuuutiful' so theatrical. And she left all the other goodies at her Grandma's but she did remember that paper!
Well, once it was taken out of the box and the bubble wrap was removed we set it up on the kitchen table to get a good view. In walks my nephew. He walks over to the table and sets it up. We roared. Now my family reads my journal, so they knew of 'little pecker' and 'morning woody' so it was only fitting I now have a graphic for hump day. As an FYI I added the text to the picture. He had no idea, he was just being funny. Then my Mother laughs and calls for my Dad as she makes her way into the family room to help him, cane and all, out to the kitchen so he can see what his Grandson did. The giggles from my parents only made us laugh harder.
My day was good. My new boss had set up a program 'On the Spot Award', and today I was given the award. Wuuuuu huuuuuuu cold hard cash. Not a ton of money, but something that will come in handy and it's nice to be appreciated. Going forward it will be given out once a month. Let's hope I can get a few more times before the year ends. I am also contemplating working a compressed work week schedule. We are offered flextime and currently I work 8:30-4:30 with a half hour lunch. The compressed week is working 8-5:30 for 4 days and then on the 5th day you'd work 8:30-12. I was thinking that would be nice to work each Friday for the summer. Working out some of the details, and we'll see if it is something that flies.
Next week will be an extremely short week. I am taking off Monday. I will be driving my son and his girlfriend to airport for their trip to Disney. They have to be there at 5:30. OUCH! I decided instead of getting home and trying to get to work and be functional I'd just take the day. I am using a 2 hour pass on Thursday and off Friday... then Monday because of the holiday. I may be going up to the camp on the St. Lawrence River. It's been in my brother-in-laws family for years. It's not to awful far from Alexandria Bay and the Thousand Islands. We'll probably leave early on Friday and take a leisurely ride so I can get pictures. Still working out the details there too.
Well, hope everyone had a good hump day. LOL
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Tuesday, May 13, 2008
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~ We are Family ~
LMAO... pretty self-explanatory, don't you think? While at my sisters on Sunday we had some fun with picture taking. Decided to grab us all with my Mom.... younger sister, younger brother (Cabana Boy, remember?), yours truly, my sister 'Martha' Karen (who lives with me), my older sister (the kids grandma and who's house we were at), my sister-in-law (older brother's wife), and my older brother (the oldest of the bunch). We had some good laughs while posing. Actually, we had some good laughs throughout the day. One of the highlights was when my Mom opened her present from my sister and I. We all laughed, snorted, and cried as my nephew had some fun with it. Promise to share those pictures another day. :::evil grin::: so stayed tune.
Hope everyone is good and having a good week thus far.
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Sunday, May 11, 2008
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~ Fabulous ~
Fabulous indeed. All the way around. You may remember not to long ago I mentioned 'Bug' got her haircut. Today I was able to capture some great shots. These of her blowing bubbles on her Grandma's deck. She was having the time of her life, though you see her concentrating. What a hoot this child is!!! I have more of the family, but I'm too tired to get into it right now.
The day was perfect except for the rain that fell around dinner time. Bar-b-que burgers, several salads, split pea soup, and desserts galore including ice cream cake. My nephew's birthday is on the 13th so we did a bit of celebrating for him too. Least we could do since he helped his Dad prepare the meal. Happy 24th Jeff!!
My son did make it after work and it was great to see him. He got me a great picture frame I will use for some of my pictures. Six slots in all. I love it!!! Once I decide on the pictures and have it hanging maybe I will take a picture and post it. He also gave me a framed picture of him and his girlfriend. I adore it. Do I leave it at home or brag at work? LOL Haven't decided. For now it's right near me while here on the PC.
Wanted to thank everyone for the wonderful Mother's Day wishes. I so appreciate it. The comments, emails, and cards were wonderful. I also want to thank you for understanding about the graphics. It's not the snagging of the snags, that is why I do it. It's the slapping another signature on them and claiming them as their own.
Well folks I'm tired so it's off to bed. GRRRRRRR Back to work tomorrow. Hope everyone had a grand day.
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~ Bee Happy ~
Yeap, I'm happy. I just got off the phone with my son. Makes me laugh.. makes me cry.. happy tears. He made my day as he does so often, and he doesn't even realize it. Again, I hope everyone has a great day... filled with love, happiness, and the strength to embrace good memories of loved ones who can't be with us on this day.
Bee Happy....... yes be happy even if AOL is messing up. I've heard folks are disappearing off of buddy lists, even tho they are not blocked. Journals acting up and not showing up. Comments disappearing... emails disappearing.... ahhhh be happy anyway it's just AOL.
I am happy... but will admit there is something that has been popping up more and more. I was emailed not to long ago about snags and why I don't do many. Well, the truth be known. I'm tired of folks snagging, altering by resizing or stopping animation. By tagging and then adding their sig line to the graphic. Sharing as though it is their work, or sharing and then acting as though they do not know where they got it. Maybe they don't... maybe they snagged it from someplace else. I just know that I've been following the licensing rule and adding my information only to see it claimed by someone else. I pay for the right. How dare someone take it upon themselves to basically steal and claim as their own with my license information. Many of you know my work, as well as others that follow this rule. I would hope that if you see something like this done you will not take advantage but rather ignore the offers or the urge to use. This is the only way these 'thieves' will stop. Same goes for those that take my personal pictures/collages. I ask rather clearly that they not be taken, let alone taken and tagged to be shared with others and have a stamp/signature of someone else. It is happening more and more, and frankly as much as I don't want to go private.............. I watch as my counter goes up by 40-50 after an entry but I have 10-15 comments. Not that I expect folks to always comment, though it's nice.... something is stinky here. Now, I'm not giving an opinion on whether it's right or wrong to have a license. That is up to the tagger. What I am saying is I do pay for the right to use the tubes, the scraps, and I am willing to share, but not so someone else can claim it. I would hope folks would understand. I am seeing it more and more, not just with my work, but many. Please help put a stop to it if you see it. I and everyone else would appreciate it.
Ok........ done ranting.... off to Bee Happy........ dinner has been decided.. Bar-b-que burgers... YUM!!!
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Saturday, May 10, 2008
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~ A Family Thing ~
Soooooo it's been a bit since I wrote anything... just nothing to say really. Tid bits here and there.... All is well.. work is work.. the house is the house.... except for maybe my bathroom sink. GRRRR it started draining a bit slow so we plunged last night. Big mistake. HUGE mistake!!! Completely clogged now. LOL I think we plunged everything for blocks around into our pipes. This morning my sister took the trap off and we emptied what we could. OMG freaking gross!! The plumbing in this house sucks as it is. Everything has to go up hill to the main sewer. Well, now it's not completely clogged but it is slow. Will have my landlord/cousin snake when he gets home from Texas. In the meantime it will be the kitchen sink for any extended running of water. Could be worse, could be the toilet.
Tomorrow will be a family thing. Going to my sisters for Mother's Day dinner. Not sure what her husband has in store. He did the shopping. We thought, keep it quick and easy... do burgers and dogs on the grill. If you knew my brother-in-law you'd know that isn't gonna happen. He is going to buy way too much and it will be steaks or something of that nature. I'll let you know. LOL My son will be working 7am-7pm so he will be over when he is done, if we are still hanging out. Otherwise we will do dinner during the week. I already know part of my gift. I mentioned weeks ago I wanted a set of frames to put my pictures in the hallway. He called last weekend to verify. LOL He keeps asking what else I want, 'time with you.' We'll see. My nieces and brother-in-law are thinking they will stay at home. Can't say I blame them. It's going to be a very tough day. The month of May is tough. Wedding anniversary on the 1st and then Mother's Day. If you think about it, could you send them some good vibes?
Wednesday evening we went to Roswell Cancer Institute. They had a remembrance/memorial. It was so emotional. So many folks touched by cancer. So many deaths. They started out with a picture slide show of all those being honored. I looked at my brother-in-law and he shook his head yes. Without a word he knew I was asking if he sent in a picture. Tears immediately flowed. The service was beautiful and covered so many religions. The songs, tear jerker's. It was so hard. Yes, there was a peace, but I miss my sister. When all was said and done we stood to leave. As I looked down I could see wet spots on my shirt. The tears missed by the Kleenex. Oh I could only imagine what my eyes and face looked like. Looking at the other folks there gave me an idea. I don't think there was a dry eye in the house.
Not much planned for today. I have to run to the store for a few things and get my laundry done. I thought about taking a ride to get pictures but with the price of gas these days I wonder..... Not that I'm so poor I can't afford it. It just seems so wasteful in a time when so many can't. Gas here is almost $4 dollars a gallon. I've seen stations with prices as high as $3.94 and that is for regular. OUCH!!!
::giggle:: I've been so addicted to the bird feeder I went and bought another. So far the squirrels have stayed away. Maybe it's because it's a little harder to get to so they are taking the easy route. LOL Just like us humans most of the time. I had to laugh when I saw what appeared to be some what of a family at the feeder this morning, perfect for my 'family thing' entry. :)
Are you a mother? LMAO!! Sorry couldn't resist. Just want to wish all the Mother's out there a very happy day. May the sun shine for you and may love fill the air. For those who have left us to soon I send a prayer and strength to your families. Enjoy my friends, you WILL be thought about.
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Thursday, May 8, 2008
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Wednesday, May 7, 2008
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Tuesday, May 6, 2008
~ Meet Clancy ~
LOL You may remember me talking about the dog upstairs wagging his tail and hitting the floor. Sometimes it sounds as though someone is at my door. On Sunday I was sitting out back with my camera to get pictures of the birds on the feeder from a different angle. It took some time but they did come. That is before my neighbors got home and Clancy came out to do his business. As he ran back towards me I had to snap the picture. I didn't realize right away that his tongue was out, but thought it was priceless. Sooooooooooo meet Clancy......
I got another picture of Jay on the feeder. I like the blurred background of the trees behind my yard. It adds something. Don't ask me what.. LOL The cylinder of food is slowly getting a shape. I can thank the squirrels for that. PIGS!!!
All else is good here... and I hope everyone is doing good. If you haven't taken the poll I do so hope you'll play along. Let's try to get over 50 votes, out do the first one :)
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Monday, May 5, 2008
~ Conference Finals ~
Yeap, it's time for that super duper tracker to come out once again. LOL The conference finals start on Thursday. Detroit has been sitting around waiting for their opponent to be decided. After 4 overtimes last night, yes that is 4 and no I did NOT stay up to watch, Dallas beat out San Jose. Both Pittsburgh and Philadelphia won over the weekend moving them into the finals. I wonder if it will become 'The Turnpike Series'.
Now I've been trashed and raked over the coals because of these polls. Trying to have some interactive fun with the community. Each time you've all responded well, and I thank you. Apparently my troll has not paid attention to how many of you played along. Let's out do the past few, show the troll we ARE a community whether THEY want to partake or not. Stand tall against these critters who pester so many here in JLand. Good Gawd we need to develop a repellant for them.
So here you have it. Pick one from each poll. I know so many no nothing about the game, but pick a color, a city, which guy you think is cute. LOL Just pick and have some fun that is what it's about. Feel free to leave your picks in the comment section... or not.. it's up to you.
Sunday, May 4, 2008
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~ Mornin' Woody ~
After snapping a few shots I tried to get him on video, he didn't like that I guess.... who would like a morning woody on video anyway? What the hell was I thinking? 'Nuff said. LMAO!!!!
Saturday, May 3, 2008
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~ Little Pecker ~
Ok, by show of hands.. or comments.. how many came to the entry because they had 'piggie' thoughts? LOL You'll be disappointed. It's just pictures of a woodpecker at the feeder. He moved rather quickly picking and pecking the seeds, so I didn't get the clearest shot. I will keep trying as he came back a few times. One time while he was there, he was scared off by a little larger 'pecker'. Pissed me off, but I knew it was only a matter of time. To hell with the globe cover, it only protects the feed from the rain, not the squirrels. As you can tell this critter hung from the branch and stretched out to reach the seed, then hung upside down to eat. I took a few shots then scared him off. He was back several times too! GRRRRRR Oh and V... yes, there are squirrels here. LMAO
Early last evening I tried a few times to get the woodpecker and have it be a bit clearer. As I stood at my window with only my lens sticking out I heard, 'excuse me, hello.' It was my neighbor to the right. I was a bit embarrassed as I wondered if she thought I was a peeping Tom, even with no houses to the back of me. They moved in about 6-7 years ago. I see her husband all the time. We wave and make small talk. I can count how many times I've seen her. We are on different time schedules and with our backyards at different levels and a wooden privacy fence in between, we don't see each other while out back. I put my camera down and responded to her. 'You might think me weird, but are you a 'insert my last name' I smile and say yes. Very intrigued she goes on to tell me she knows my sister. She tells me her first name and I immediately knew her. She was surprised I knew her last name. I told her I'd come out, and I met her in front. We laughed and chuckled over memories. She and my sister were very good friends. She was shocked to learn my sisterlived with me. Her older sister was a monitor at my high school. She would stand in the ladies room to keep the girls from smoking. Low and behold she lived in the small apartment on the second floor of her house, right next door! My sister and I went over and spent the evening on their back patio remembering and getting caught up. What a small world!!! All this time and we never knew.
Today was a bizarre day weather wise. Storms and rain blew in and out. The local news showed some beautiful double rainbows, but I wasn't lucky enough to see. I went out a few times, not the right ones obviously. Things have calmed down and they are saying it will be a fairly nice day tomorrow. I hope so!!! Hope everyone had a great Saturday.... and I wish you a fabulous Sunday.
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