~ Weekend is Over ~

              

LOL... love the 'bratz' and I was messing around with this earlier today.  I had no idea what I was doing.  Adding a bit of this, a bit of that, and next thing I know I laughed and thought it actually came out cute.  So I added the saying.  Not sure where or who... but I sure as hell didn't come up with it.  A tad true... but .............  I might have to mess with a few others and do tags.  Not my normal style, but wondered what you guys think of them.  Like 'em?  Hate 'em? Could care less? 

 

After dinner tonight there was a knock on the door, guess who?  Yeap 'bug' and her Mom stopped by.  She jumped on my lap and wanted me to show her all the graphics.  She would sit for hours and just go through them all if I let her.  One problem.  She always says, 'zoom them out!'  Makes me laugh when she says that, as she wants me to print them so she can put them in her photo album.  Today we only printed 2.  She was a bit disappointed but it only took a few seconds to get her mind on something else.  The rain had stopped and this evening there looked to be a full moon.  I actually think it's tomorrow, but boy it was big and bright.  It wasn't really dark out and I wanted to get a picture.  Bug came with me and we talked and giggled about the moon and fairies.  She let me take a few pictures of her but really didn't smile.  I bribed her with a brownie to get her to stand still.  Funny thing when we got back in the house she forgot about the brownie and wanted to see the pictures.  Soon after they left and I sat with brownie in hand and did a little graphic of her.  Couldn't resist!  Her face isn't the cleanest, LOL, but what the hell just look at those big brown eyes.

 

         

 

I took a shot of the moon last night from their backyard too.  I have a couple fairies I want to incorporate into them.  We'll see how they come out .....   One with a dark 'smokey' moon and one bright and full with blue sky.  I will post them tomorrow.  I bothered you all enough today. 

 

Hope everyone had a great weekend and I wish you a pleasant Monday.  Sleep well :)

 

Hugs

~d

~ Snags & Tag ~

 

Well, it was pretty warm outside today, but the majority of the day it rained and was gloomy.  Just a few minutes ago the sun peeked out behind the gray clouds and said hello.  Yes, I heard it :)~

 

ROFLMAO!!  It was a pretty relaxing day and I did several graphics in between this and that.  No, sorry to say I wasn't able to float like the frogs.  I know it's not the best, but it made me laugh and that is a good thing.  Thought I'd share anyway.   Not sure what to say about the others, I'm pleased with them.  I guess I was in a sentimental type of mood.  All snag as is.

 

           

 

         

 

                    

 

I also did a new tag graphic.  I started with the woman in the hat and before I knew it I had a mixture of some soft colors, flowers, the pillar and trellis.  I am not sure if I used to much as I am always one to say sometimes less is better, but I do like it.  If you'd like your name on it click on the graphic (below) to make a request. 

 

             

 

Hugs

~d

Tags: psp graphics, psp tag requests, psp snags

~ KABOOM ~

    

Imagine that sound and multiply it 100 times and that is what I woke up to this morning.  I was off in slumber land enjoying sleep when all of a sudden the sound rattled through my house and made my windows shake.  I jumped out of bed thinking I was going to find a car or truck in my living room.  I ran down my small hallway into the living room only to find nothing.  I went to the picture window, stubbing my toe on the coffee table to look out the front window.  Again nothing to see but rain pouring down and small pond in my front lawn.  Then a rumble, low at first, like that of your tummy growling when hungry and it slowly got louder and louder, then KABOOM.  The house shook and the windows rattled.  I think I jumped too.  Aaaaaahhhh April showers!  I thought about crawling back in bed, but I would never be able to sleep with that racket.  Imagine that!  A girl who needs the TV on for sound and/or a night light to go to bed at night can't sleep through a 'little' rain storm.   Ooohhh Good Morning by the way :)

 

The party last night was fun.  It was a small get together of family for cake and ice cream.  Hmmm did I say cake and ice cream, I meant ice cream cake.  It was luscious!  I was able to snap a picture before the candle was inserted.  Looks too good to eat, right?  Not on your life!  We tore into it like we were a family that always ate somewhat healthy.  Bottom layer was like a pound cake instead of the graham cracker type crust.  A huge layer of vanilla ice cream, a bit of frosting and the fruit.  It was out of this world and as I type about it I wish I had some now.  What better for breakfast then birthday cake!   Well, ok chocolate cake is better in the morning, I'll agree :)~ 

 

                    

 

Got some mixed reviews on my entry last night.  You all know I love Gage dearly and he can't control what folks buy him, nor can his parents, really.  I was thrilled with the guitar and amp.  He has showed a lot of interest in music lately and he really seems to enjoy playing.  He pays attention to his uncle and tries really hard.  He even sings.  I think it's a good thing to be involved in a few things.  He plays soccer, is a boy scout, and now music.  Well rounded and keeps him from just sitting in front of the TV playing video games.  The cell phone, well I think it's over the top.  It has prepaid minutes so it won't be a curse on his mom and dad.  I just don't get it as I rarely even see him on the phone.  He talks to his cousin in MD on occasion but that's about it.  It's not like he needs it.  Where is he going to take it?  School?  Can you imagine his teacher?  LMAO!   Ok, not really funny and I can't explain it, so I am just going with the idea that his uncle wasted his money. 

 

The rain has since stopped and my pond is gone.  It's a good thing, but I had wondered if the ducks I've heard the past few weeks would stop for a visit.  Not today.   I'm seeing some buds on the trees and it won't be long now.  The grass is slowly coming back to life and turning beautiful shades of green.  Now I just need to hope the weatherman is wrong and we will not get snow later in the week.

 

Hope everyone is enjoying their Sunday morning.  Posting a few other graphics that I did the other day.  Not sure about the water movement in the lighthouse one.  Looks a bit jumpy or off, but :::sigh::: just pretend you hear the crashing of the waves.  The one I call 'spring pond' just called me.  I love the soft colors, smooth movement, and the peaceful setting.  Much better then dreary day I'm having.

 

Hugs

~d

 

    

 

      

Tags: graphics, psp graphics, psp snags

What?

     

Yes, what do you give an 8 year old who has everything?  I did do the summer theme without the sandals.  His grandma took him the other day and bought him new sneakers and sandal/water shoes.  Thank God she told me!  I knew he was getting some pirate things so I stuck with that theme.  A bathing suit and beach towel (Pirates of the Caribbean), a couple of T-shirts, water gun, chalk, bubbles.  It was a pretty successful choice, but by no means compared to what else he got.  His uncle from his fathers side bought him a cell phone.  Yes, a cell phone at 8.  WTF!?!  I am not sure exactly what it is, but when I first arrived his dad was on the computer to get track minutes or something.   I wasn't paying much attention as I thought it was for the 'uncle' not an 8 year old.   His other uncle, from his moms side is in a band and plays the guitar.  He's messed with teaching Gage a few times.  So what does he buy him?  An electric guitar and amp.  Yes, you read that right.  It's the real deal and his uncle Jeff has been playing it all week.  Jeff likes it so much he is thinking of buying himself one.  It almost looks like a miniature.  I'm not musically inclined at all so I can't give you the details.  I did do a video of Gage playing and singing and then Jeff.  They came out a bit blurry and graining.  I will blame it on the lighting.  LOL  So there you have it.. my family is nuts and my great nephew now has everything!!!

 

          

 

 

          

 

It's been a long day so I will cut this short.  Hope everyone had a great Saturday!

 

Hugs

~d

~ Last Skate ~

I was jumping around on YouTube and found these and many more.... the ceremonial last skate at the 'Aud'.  I know I'm emotional these days but it actually made me cry.  So many big time players came back to pay homage.

 

                 

 

Let us not forget taking down the banners that were hanging so they could raise them in the new arena.  The French Connection came back and helped, Robert, Perreault, Martin.  Tim Horton who only played a short time with the Sabres and was killed in a car accident on his way back from Toronto.  Pat Lafontaine who is the young guy with the 'C' on his jersey that is shown regularly has since retired and his jersey hanging in the new arena.

 

               

Tags: Buffalo Sabres, Memorial Auditorium

~ Better ~

           

Did better today.  Not sure if it was the fact that several people were out of the office today and I could just concentrate on work and not be bothered every few minutes, or if it was just a good day.  Suppose it doesn't matter, it was good and that is what counts.  Thanks for the nice wishes and comments.

 

Work was going smoothly for most of the day and then our network was taken down for what was to be about 5 minutes for an update.  Over two hours later it was finally back up and running.  I know I depend on the computer a ton, but I never realized the issues without it.  I had a couple of calls that I just couldn't address without our systems.  GRRRRR   Let me rephrase that.  I knew the issues it would cause but hadn't experienced them like I did today.  What the hell did we do before the computer age?  Cripes looking through paper files for information had to be a bear!!  I know I was in the work force before they came into play like they are today, I just don't recall how bad it was.  Was it bad?  Or did we get spoiled by the ease in which we keep track?  No more need to memorize etc.  I know with speed dial and the phone book in my cell I don't recall phone numbers like I use to.  Damn I still remember the phone number we had when I was a kid, but I couldn't state phone numbers of friends that I call regularly.  It's so simple now.  I say the name into my cell phone and it dials or I push a

pre-assigned number on my land line and I'm connected with ease.    I think we blame old age for not remembering, yet in actuality our brains are lazy.  Ok, my brain is lazy!

 

Boys won again tonight and for the first time in their history they had back to back seasons with 50 (or more) wins.   Yeah Team!!  Had news today that brought back so many memories of the boys along with my childhood.  About 12 years ago a new arena was built to house the Sabres and other events.  The old one has stood idle all those years.  There was always talk of making it into something else.  Cleaning it up and doing something.  Nothing ever happened.  It just stood that and began to rot.  I'm sure it has also become home to many a creature.  For the past couple of years there was talk that Bass Pro would remodel or whatever and move in.  One month it was on, one month the deal was dead.  More recently it was decided it would be cheaper to tear it down and start from scratch instead.  It was announced that is the plan and it's a go.  Work should begin in a few months.  I have a million memories of the 'Aud' and am a bit sad to see it go, but it's time.  We don't need a huge building downtown for critters.  I can see it now, there will be folks protesting, fighting for it not to happen, letting emotions take over common sense.  We can't move forward if we constantly fight to stay in the past.  These will be the same people who scream that the waterfront is not built up, that the city is dying.   I will definitely get some pictures and do a more detailed entry to bore you with later.  LOL 

 

Well, the caffeine from all the tea I drank this evening is wearing off and I'm beginning to feel the effects of a long week.  It's time to go to bed.  I hope all had a great day and I wish you all a wonderful Saturday.  I will catch up on alerts tomorrow, promise.  I didn't mean to not stop by it just happened with my mood swing.  I'm sorry.  Love ya'll

 

Hugs

~d

 

 

  

                

 

Tags: psp graphics, psp snags

~ I Got Chills ~

And yes, they are multiplying.. but not because of Danny :)  Found this video this morning and it gave me chills.  Six games to go and then the playoffs, and I am stoked!  This video sums up a bit of the season.  If you do watch it, listen for when the announcer says 'if you're out and about honk for the goose'  Paul Gaustad is known as the goose here and unfortunately out for the rest of the year with a cut tendon in his ankle, but I swear anytime that comment was said you could hear horns outside.  I've heard it more then once and is just a testament as to what the folks here are doing on  game night even if they are not home watching...it's on the radio :)

 

aaaahh my boys... they give me chills!!!

 

 

            

Tags: Buffalo Sabres