Thursday, January 3, 2008

~ Follow Up ~

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First I want to let everyone know I am fine.  It's been said my 'Eyes' entry was a bit cryptic, I'm sorry, it wasn't my intent.   I so appreciate the response and thoughts.  Though I've been hurt by just such things, as we all have apparently, it was really nothing other then something that had been festering.  I've had a few episodes recently.  I've also seen it happening to a few others.  I was curious how folks react.  Of course, we don't always know what's going on, in the real world or on the net.  There is most likely a reason.  But is there a good enough reason to just ignore the entire thing if you are suppose to be friends?  Personally I think it rude.   I have pretty tough skin, but to be honest it shows a lack of respect.  Might as well as slap me in the face, ya know?  If you don't have enough consideration to give me something, what do I really mean to you? 

 

Trying to talk it out is generally the option or route.  Yet, when it's made into a joke or an explanation is promised yet not forth coming makes one wonder.  Is it worth it?  Do you continue to try to make amends when they think it funny?  That is if you can even get them to discuss it without changing the subject or becoming to busy, tired, (fill in any excuse) to talk about it. 

 

It's nothing I won't get over.  We all react different.  Sometimes reaction is a case by case basis.  I just wanted to throw it out there and see how my readers respond to things of that nature.  Again, thank you!

 

Some made it appear they thought I was talking about them.  Probably not, maybe a little ::grin:: If I was pissed believe me you'd know it or I'd question actions.  As for not responding to each comment left on my journal individually, I'm sorry.  I do answer questions or personal emails.  I also know I use to respond to each.  Lately there is just not enough time to do so.  It doesn't mean I think less of you or that I don't like you.  Imagine the emails I'd be sending and the time it would take to respond to each.  Make tags, respond in each there, visit journals and comment, work full time (contrary to what you've been told), have a house to take care of.  Should I go on?  I know I comment on lots of journals and I don't expect a response to each.  So please if I don't respond to each comment don't take it personal *hugs* 

 

The picture above I took today on my way home from work.  I was pretty disappointed.  Last night on my way home as the sun set it threw oranges, purples, reds across the front of the buildings down the street I was driving.  The sky looked to be on fire.  Sure and I don't have my camera.  So today I grab it.  All day the sky was blue and the sun was shining.  Guess what?  At 4:30 when I went to leave the sky was full of clouds and the snow was falling.  I went to the Marina anyway, but eeek there was nothing much to take a picture of.  Or not that I wanted to walk to in the frigid temps.  I turned and saw the buildings downtown and thought the angle and lighting was pretty cool so I snapped.  So it wasn't what I wanted but thought I'd share anyway.

 

Hope everyone had a great day.  It's almost Friday!!!

 

Hugs

~d

Wednesday, January 2, 2008

~ Tag Request - Gorjuss Friends (pastel) ~

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~ Eyes ~

Do I have eyes in the back of my head?  No, I do not, but sometimes I think I need them.   I am curious.  Looking for some feedback on loyalty, consideration, what exactly friendship is.  Not just in real life, on the net too.  You know, you give and give and get nothing or very little.   You send emails or call and leave messages, but nothing comes back.  Not even an 'F YOU'.  Things just go ignored.  Disappearing into thin air with no explanation, leaving friends to worry and wonder.  All attempts to reach out, just blown off.   Then low and behold one day there they are as though nothing happened.  Expecting you to give some more.  Acting as though all is ok.  How do react to something like that?  Is it different on line?  Do you just forgive and forget and act as though nothing happened as well?  Go right back to where you before - giving and hoping you get something in return?  Do you put your guard up and wish you had eyes in the back of your head?  I know right now I wish I had eyes in the back of my head.  My gut tells me to be very very careful.   Your thoughts? 


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~ Finally ~

I knew it was only a matter of time and this would show up.  I think it's a hoot :) 

 

 
           

Tuesday, January 1, 2008

~ Tag Request - Rise & Shine ~

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With the holidays done and the vacations over, I couldn't resist :)

 


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~ .5 Seconds ~

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That is all the time a goalie has to react.  If you saw the game you may have seen the commercial for AMP Power Drink.  Ryan Miller and Aubin from the LA Kings.  It's a take on Yo Momma jabs.  Each player has .5 seconds to react/respond.  The last jab Miller does is in Japanese (I think)  'Yo Momma is so ugly she makes an onion cry.'  Aubin is speechless, Miller raises his arms in victory.  I thought it was a hoot!  Couldn't find a clip as of yet, but I know it will be out there and soon. 


Unfortunately, that is not what happened on the ice.  The boys lost 2-1 in a shoot out.  The event was fun.  Being at my BIL's house with the girls was a treat.  Lots of laughs.  Very little cheering.  The weather at the 'Ralph' changed a bit.  Snow, rain, sleet, more snow.  Made for a Winter Classic.  What it didn't make for was a good hockey game.  Not sour grapes as it affected both teams.  The ice was covered in snow and it had a definite effect on the skating and how the puck was handled.  On more then one occasion you could see the 'skid' mark from the puck.  It was almost comical at points.  Guys falling, moving like they were in quick sand.  Really not the way I like my game, but it was fun none the less.

 

The league is hoping this event brought in more American fans.  I am not sure it succeeded.  If you're not from a hockey town, or really have no reason to get into it, I'm not sure it got tuned it.  Sure maybe to take a peek, but to sit and watch and try to learn?  I don't think so.  Time will tell.  None the less it was great for the area, and I'm proud of how the city pulled it off.  The troubles with the ice could not be helped, but all in all it was good.  Having 70,000 at an outdoor hockey game is a tribute to the area and the fans.   Here in Buffalo we always sing the Canadian National Anthem, and Ronan Tynan did his beautifulversion of 'God Bless America' as the fans sang along.  You may also have noticed, if you watched, that Ryan Miller was wearing a winter hat over his mask/helmet.  He is the founder of the Steadfast Foundation which is dedicated to serving children and families touched by cancer.  The hat was actually made of a hockey sock and is for sale.  All proceeds will go to the foundation.

 

Now... on to my game.  If you played by the rules you did at least 8 shots before the game even  started.  I stopped counting at that point.  Definitely a few beers were had as well.  So you missed the game as you were passed out on the floor.  And, OMG did they compare Crosby to Bobby Orr?   Holy shit they are stretching it.  Someone needs to be shot for that comment!  Wait 'til Grapes gets his hands on that.  There will be hell to pay.  LOL  Crosby is a great player and is brining life into the league, but he is an over paid player like the rest of them.  :)  There are other players that bring things to the game, and to the community.  So many media outlets are blinded by him they fail to see the rest.  ::sigh::  Yes, that is him in the graphic after scoring in the shootout to end the game. 

 

Hope everyone had a good New Year Day!

Hugs

~d

 

 
                        

~ Tag Request - Pearls & Lace ~ SAC

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