tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-49911580640272236542011-09-10T17:33:52.242-07:00"To live is so startling it leaves little time for anything else." Emily DickinsonAn Open Hearthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01581361716412644419noreply@blogger.comBlogger2351100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4991158064027223654.post-37753420370133613862011-09-09T15:29:00.000-07:002011-09-09T15:44:38.470-07:00

I had a few errands to run today....business to take care of before I start my new job. I took the camera along 'cause I knew I was going to be stopping at McKinley Park and thought I might sneak in a few photos. I forget how lovely Sacramento's Mid-Town is. I forget that although it's NOT San Francisco, it is a CITY and has a little bit of the feel of some  

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(The photo is merely gratuitous, but hang out, it might have some meaning before I get done with this post) I've been reviewing the blog and reminiscing. Like the previous post says, I laughed, cried, marveled and found myself. Or, maybe I always knew myself, but had lost me somewhere along the way. I truly think God does us an injustice by letting us stumble through life without a clue.

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(Check it out: Wine for Pediatric Cardiac support) I felt like writing some more tonight and I wanted this post to be kind of a retrospective, but it took me so long to review the HITS that I think I'm too drained to do it justice. I laughed, I cried and I marveled at how much my life has changed. Big things, but some subtle things I didn't really notice until I began reviewing the early blog

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I set out to find something I didn't think I could. And, then, I found it. I have so much to tell and because there is so much to tell I don't really know where to start. Back in November of 2009 I wrote a post about the realization that my life had changed. I spent so many years just accepting the life that I had fallen in to that it never occurred to me that I could change it. Although I

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I am writing again., over here: http://mendedheartstories.blogspot.com/. As life continues to open up around me and the dreams I dreamt as I wrote this blog are happening, I find I want to share again. However, when I logged on over here again, Blogger seems to have changed on me. That's okay, I'll figure it out and share what I can when I can. Peace S

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Ohhh Justice will be served And the battle will rage This big dog will fight When you rattle his cage And you'll be sorry that you messed with ...The U.S. of A. 'Cause we'll put a boot in your ass It's the American way

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(Wanting to get a head start on my St. Patrick's Day wishes.....my most favorite plant ever......a lovely little Shamrock plant I have lugged with me from four different homes.) .....May the wind be always at your back May the sun shine warm on your face The rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of HIS hand.

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May of last year I wrote what I thought would be my last post to this blog. I set up a new blog with the focus on photography....and then sort of abandoned it. I have begun to feel the pull to blog again and have been pondering the design, focus, name and content of a new blog and just can't seem to let go of this blog. So, I decided to do some remodeling and begin again, HERE. I feel that I

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I have moved to a new place, you can find me over hereShannon Tucker Photography I hope you will stop by! PeaceS ♥ ♥ ♥

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When I started this blog I really had no concept of how blogging worked....ie; followers, content, writing in html(still don't know what that is exactly), what to write, and I wasn't really expecting what I found. I found people all over the world who I enjoyed 'hearing' what they said and I even connected with some of them in a pretty wonderful way....it was a pleasant surprise. I found myself,

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Have a wonderful weekend!Peace♥♥♥

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I have mentioned here before that my sister, Candace is fighting cancer. Every time things look like she has beaten it, we get bad news....she ALWAYS rallies....she is my hero.This weekend where I live, is the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, my family is walking in the event, my 14 year old Niece spearheaded our team, (she wanted to walk for Aunt Candace)....even Candace will be walking with us

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Just returned from two days in San Diego.....Marine Corps Recruit Graduation! What an event. We went down on Thurday morning for Family Day and then we were honored to see my little Brother graduate from Marine Corps Basic Training! OOOH, RAHHHHH! Semper Fidelis! Isn't he just the coolest?Tired.....in fact exhausted.....Peace♥

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So, first thing Monday morning my niece was suspended from school. Yep, all of my talking and trying to help her get around her ownself did nothing.Her dad has grounded her, indefinitely, taken away her phone and her computer...which I agree with, however, he's grounded her from seeing me, as well. I fully agree with the consequences, accept the part where I can't see her or talk to her. S.O.B.

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How do you talk to a teenager.....? How do you give them information that they will actually take to heart? The bullying situation blew over after a visit to the assistant principal and subsequent mediation between the two girls. A boy was at the heart of the matter and he has continued his duplicitous behavior, however, my neice isn't listening anymore. Finally.....But, I see her running in the

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Well, she's actually my Mom's Aunt....My Beloved Mom Jerrye's sister, Rose Marie. We visited her and her tribe yesterday. I did not realize the effect seeing her would have on me. I have not seen her since before my grandmother died. She reminded me of so many things about my grandmother that I miss terribly. Rose Marie is the youngest of the sibs and she is the only one left now. She is a funny

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You may remember him from last year....or maybe not, becuase you hadn't started visiting yet. Either way, he made a return visit to help out....BobKitty! He came by today to get the back yard ready for the garden! Sooooo, excited about getting the garden in! We even had local horse poop compost delivered! I know, I'm pathetic, right.....?Just wait, the garden is going to ROCK this year!Peace♥

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So, I ran into this beauty in the yard a couple of days ago. He even let me touch him, just lightly on one of his wings. When he noticed that I was photographing him he spread out his wings for me. I don't know why, but the meeting with that Butterfly really affected me, in a good way. I printed out several poses and I am using them as book marks in the many books I am currently reading. I surely

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I have participated in my fair share of therapy. You might have guessed that if you have been reading my blog for very long. (I hope you have) And, as a result of all of that therapy I tend to over analyze my own thinking, feelings and have lengthy conversations with the third party voice in my head. I was once told that this is a symptom of co-dependence, and maybe it is. Either way, the voice,

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Teenage Girls.....uuugghhhhhh! Last week was Spring break, so there was no school...therefore, no bullying. However, today, on the first day back from break the bullying commenced and the "other" girl made a point of harassing my niece and then going into the Vice Principal's office and reporting my niece for bullying her! Yes, a very insidious maneuver, I think....and calculating....and

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(I totally plagarized this photo....Thanks to Julochka for the inspiration)Today is a new day.....I am blessedTomorrow is another new day....I am blessedI have family that I can lean on in times of joy and sorrow....I am blessedI have the most amazing group of friends who are always there for me....I am blessedI have a new life, sometimes it is a little scary.....yet I still feel I am blessedI am

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I have been rattled this week by the Phoebe Prince story. If you haven't seen or read the news a 15 year old girl hanged herself in January as a result of relentless bullying by her peers. The reasons this case should bother anyone are obvious, the reasons it bothers me are closer to home.I've been chewing on this post for most of the week. Each night I was going to sit down and write....but each

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Lots of things will be shaking out this week.....this is finals week and I will be making some big decisions about where to finish up my schooling. Please send all kinds of positive energy my way so that I make the right decision.Peace♥

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Grateful, just plain ol' grateful. Peace ♥ ♥

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Peace♥♥♥

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The drive was helping to clear her head. She kept flashing back to the last thing they talked about, “why do you have to leave?” He asked. “I told you, it’s time for me to be my own person.” He looked at her with that stare that drove her crazy, the one where it made her feel like she was less than, like she couldn’t think for herself. She knew he would never get it, nor would he ever try. It

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(from the archives)To Brandi Kay:Furious, you werealways feeling slightednever in the spotlightwhere you belongedShining.Curious, you werealways disassembling your toysnever content with just an explanationsearching for the answersShining.Bright, you werealways excelling at all you touchnever holding backshowing us where you belongedShining.Abandoned, you werealways left behingnever included in

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May you always have walls for the winds,a roof for the rain,tea beside the fire,laughter to cheer you,those you love near you,and all your heart might desire!May God grant you always....A sunbeam to warm you,A moonbeam to charm you,A sheltering angel, so nothing can harm you!Slainte!Peace, too♥

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I feel guilty for using yet another PINK flower for my post....yet, I have nothing in the old portfolio that inspires me at the moment. I really need to get out and shoot some inspiration. It seems like it has been almost half as long as I have been blogging since I wrote a good post, since I really just wrote honestly. I chew on a lot of stuff and think, "I should write about that" and then for

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I know, lame, right? But, seriously, I need your help, AGAIN. I have a 'research project' due in Psychology and I need to survey a group of 50 people and I cleared it with TEACH and she said I could use my blog to reach a wider audience! Yay....I hope. The Survey question is:Of these cookie types, which is your favorite?Chocolate ChipOatmeal RaisinPeanut ButterThat's all.....just let me know your

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I am working on a project for my Sister.....I would like to request your help.....if you would be willing to share a photo with me.....I am looking for pictures of Peace signs. If you have one in your portfolio and would be willing to share, I would greatly appreciate it, would you please email it to me? If you do not already have one, while you are exercising your photographer muscles, could you

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My Heart is focused on Hope.....My Heart is focused on Miracles....My Heart is focused on Faith.....My Heart is focused on Peace.....My Heart is focused on Love.....My Heart is focused on Gratitude..... Peace♥♥♥♥

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I spent the greater part of my day today in "sidewalker" orientation....yep, pretty fun sounding, eh? YOu ask, "what is sidewalker orientation?" It is a volunteer position at a local Therapeutic Horse Ranch. My job will be to walk along side of a horse securing the safety of the rider. The students at this ranch are developmentally or physically disabled and the lessons they receive help them to

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This is an essay I wrote for my English class last week. We had to stand up in front of the class and read it. Kind of a public service announcement. We must be the change we wish to see. GhandiIt is just two hours a week and the benefits all around are a huge return on your time. People look around at their lives and think, “I don’t have any spare time to help.” Perhaps they

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(gratuitous spring blossom shot....thank you Nikon!) I have like a ton of stuff I need to purge....my little brother, (just 18) is getting married, May 1st and while he's in basic training, my Dad, my Sister and I are planning the wedding. Why us instead of the bride and her family? Because baby bro decided and ANNOUNCED right before we shipped him off to boot camp, that HE would be paying for

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Just wanted to put up an update....I spoke with my step-Sister "C" and things are looking up, she will receive treatment that they believe will get rid of what they found. She is positive, upbeat and determined....she is a warrior and my hero. She and her hubby will be taking a trip next week, the two of them getting on with their lives, not wasting one moment.Have a wonderful weekend, enjoy your

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I'm angry and I want to just let 'er rip.....when I'm angry, I am a force to be reckoned with....seriously. Last week the results of my step sister's CAT scan showed the cancer was GONE from her liver! Yay! And her amazing husband had planned a beautiful birthday trip to take her to New York to see a show on Broadway....but she has had what she thought was a cold or a sinus infection so she went

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She walked into the room. Everything looked the same, but, somehow, different. She knew her things weren’t different, that she was different, that things can’t be different, but, people can change. Had she changed enough to make a difference? Would she be able to move forward, instead of staying in the past, stagnant, living with regret? Maybe she wasn’t really different, but, stronger, more

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Over at a couple of other places I visit there has been talk of the ole high school days and all of the uncomfortableness of those years and the residual affects of ones experience. I did not like high school. I did have a close knit group of friends who where as awkward and uncool as I was who I managed to not piss off on a regular basis, so I had a little net that I was cocooned in. We had our

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Spring is knocking on the door! I am a peson who loves all of the seasons, and I usually get tired of the current season right about the time it is done and ready to move on. This has been a mentally and emotionally challenging winter and I for one, am glad spring is showing her colors. I feel renewed and reenergized and like I'm walking out of a dark cloud.If I had to choose a favorite season it

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How about you? Will you be wearing RED today?With love, I want to share some things that warm my heart.....It warms my heart to see my little dog back to normal, happy to see me, playing, holding his tail high, running and jumping, funny and smart.It warms my heart to hear that my future sister-in-law received a letter today from my brother who is at Marine Corps Boot Camp and that he is hanging

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RED is a beautiful color.....on Friday it is National WEAR RED DAY, sponsored by the American Heart Association. This is a way to show your support for loved ones who have heart disease or who have been lost to heart disease.Please, on Friday, wear RED and join me in sharing a story or a list of things that warm your heart on your blog with a mention of National WEAR RED DAY. (I would be soooo

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For those of you have been following for awhile, you might know I've had open heart surgery three times and have a cardiac defibrillator (I know, HUH?). I was born with a congenital heart defect and was not to survive to be an adult, I celebrated my 44th birthday the past December! Yay, me! Why do I mention this, because I would like to ask you, my bloggy friends to participate in National WEAR

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January has given my state, California a beating....back off January....we're ready for some peace and quiet, some respite.....some simplicity...........I've discovered some more simple things I love:Trading books with my sister....sharing with her my favorite used book storeLearning.....new school books and new classes to incite my mind to thinkhunkering down in the recent storms and power

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What constitutes "writing" or rather, what qualifies a person to be a "writer"? I was catching up on my blog reading this morning and read one of my favorite blogs: The Rest Is Still Unwritten, a great blog about a single guy living in N.Y.....and his opinions, romantic adventures, etc. He is very entertaining and always provokes thought....and I started chewing on his post today about being a

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Well, here's the update.....phlblblblblblblblbphbl(that's a rasberry)! So, I have put myself out there and got nothing, nada, zilch, nil, NO LOVE......I'm okay with this....I emailed guys, had a couple of back and forths, but no connections. There were two that really caught my interest....I emailed, but received no responses.On Friday I was sort of disgusted with the whole thing and made a

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I've been meaning to photograph my jewelry so I can list it on ETSY for months....not entirely happy with photos I've been getting, WISHING very much I had a macro lens...I finally gave in and just did some serious editing! I listed new items on ETSY today, please stop by and browse: Cowgirl at HeartPeace♥

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So what better way to deal with my lack of a mate than to help my MUCH younger brother(he's just turned 18)plan his wedding? yeah, that's what I said, "Seriously?"There's been some uproar and some happiness and some concern and some "well, they're going to do it whether you support them or not, so you better get on board".The situation is this; my young brother from another mother has had a hard

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Officially, I have joined two dating sites. In doing so, I've spent a lot of time cruising through my 'matches'.....wow......um....well.....hmmm. Worse than that, I've had to write a profile for myself.....and on eHarmony they make you take a test.....seriously, a personality test so they can match you with someone who will want to date you. Seriously. I'm starting to think no one will want to

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(this picture is not enlarging the way I would have it....damn blogger)I took the last final for this quarter today! Yipppppeeeeee! Scored A's in all three of my classes, yeeeee haaawwwww! (Not that it was difficult, I think I picked the bonehead college to go to, but that's another post). So, I am off for a week and a half...classes begin again after MLK day. I'm not really feeling the ol' "

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We have been busy at my house cleaning up Christmas....and getting ready for the beginning of a new year. All of the Christmas stuff is packed and back in storage for safekeeping, the house has been spit shined and the furniture restored to its original positions. The mistress of the house and her roomie have begun contemplating what lies in store for our futures. I go back to school tomorrow for

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I've been absent from the blogoshpere for a long time. I've stopped by sporadically and without much gusto....I miss writing....it is a goal of mine to get back to the writing. Thinking I might have lost my writing wizard I've shied away and funneled my creativity into other areas. Today I feel a pull to refocus, as always, the looming New Year inspires me to take stock. I'm not compelled to make

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We started the light ride late.....we saw Santa early in our ride......This house is famous in our neighborhood for putting this amazing display on every year....they did not disappoint this year.....This house is well know for it's light display also....it is one of my favorites because they always wish everyone a happy new year....even my neice and her friends LOVED this house....And we saw the

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Peace♥

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.....cookie day! My 'girls' are coming over to bake with me....this is one of my favorite Christmas traditions....and I can't wait.Wednesday is my next favorite thing.....The Light Ride.....we load up a thermos with hot chocolate, pile my sister's van full of blankets and Christmas cookies and hop in and cruise the town oooohhing and aaahhhhing at the Christmas lights on the neighbor's houses....

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Local Nursery, Loomis, CA DecemberPeace♥

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Thank you to Brian, RxBambi and Graciela for stopping by on the 7th and 8th for sharing their stories....watch for a prize in your snail mail!I sent out my Christmas cards this weekend! I found the most wonderful cards with gorgeous pictures of Santa Claus on them and it gave me great pleasure to prepare them and send them out. My beloved Mom J used to send out over 100 Christmas picture cards

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Oh YES.....Cheesecake Factory Godiva Chocolate........OMG....Heaven on Earth.....

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It's my birthday, December 11th......Yeeeeee Haaaaawwwwwwwwww!I feel like a list is in order....maybe two.....I wish for a light heart....a strong heart....a good heart.....I wish for peace, world over, even if it sounds cliche'I wish for everyone to receive what they dream of, now and alwaysI wish for love.....abiding and hopefulI wish for the stamina to make it through schoolI wish to make a

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Lincoln, California December 2009

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I've been practicing my close up photography....loving the Christmas ornaments up close. This gold ornament is one of 25 my beloved Mom J gave to me on my 40th birthday....She collected these ornaments, one for each, her, my mom and my aunt every year for 25 years. The 2007 ornament even arrived after her death in fall 2007....pre ordered, of course. I love these ornaments, they are absolutely

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There are pictures of me when I was but a toddler posing with this jolly old fellow! Yes, this lighted Santa is more than 40 years old and he's still making my Christmases bright. All of the plans for the birthday celebrations are set, as are the Christmas celebrations....I can't wait!I meant to post about this on the 1st of December, but I was distracted, sorry....if you don't already know about

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Despite my melancholy I am still in love with this time of year. After dark tonight I went the store and was able to enjoy my neighbors Christmas lights....just doing that brought me joy. I so love Christmas lights on houses....and Nativities in the yard....I appreciate everyone's comments on my last post....perhaps I helped someone else or at least gave them a sense that they are not alone. I am

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I've already shared here that I love Christmas. It is my favorite time of year, just like the song says. I love all bits and parts of it and can't wait to decorate, bake, make merry and even shop. I love the special traditions our little family has and how we embrace them every year, giving thought to the past. Some of our traditions have died away and others I can't even remember why we do them

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My home is strategically located approximately two hours away from either the Pacific Ocean or the Sierra Nevada Mountains. I say strategically, but I really had nothing to do with where my family transplanted to, however, I make the choice to stay here, strategically between two places I love. Well, maybe I LOVE one and REALLY LIKE the other, therefore, can be certain of what my choice would be

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I've been pondering a post for Thanksgiving for a couple of days now....reminiscing in my mind about past celebrations and looking forward to the current one. Thanksgiving has always been a special celebration in my family, there used to be a time when we sat almost 50 people, at one table for the meal. As our lives have changed, family units within the village have evolved, people have moved on,

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I made these Christmas ornaments today....each is a little window into a winter wonderland! I hope to sell them through a little shop in my neighborhood, the proprietress and I discussed the design idea and she's agreed to take them on consignment. If these sell....I'm making some more!Also, I've reopened a shop I had on ESTY last year....I have some items listed that are what I call "

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In honor of Kaylee James' 14th Birthday......Peace♥

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(the neighbor has a wolf hybrid....beautiful dog)Maybe my expectations were too high....I hate it when I read a book and the movie disappoints. I don't see a ton of movies, maybe 4-5 a year and had my BFF not invited me to this I would not have waited two hours in line to see it.....or any other movie for that matter.....This movie was better than Twilight....but, still lacked content. If I

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(this is a reflection off of the clear filter I have on the end of my lens - I cropped it out of the photo where the moon actually shows....this moon was sooo much cooler....)I am soooo totally in love with Edward....I know, cheeeeeeeeseeyeyeyeyyeyyy, right? The whole Twilight dealio is pretty astonishing. But, once you sell to the kids, the folks are all done. I am soooo going to get my butt

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Last month I picked up some friends from the San Francisco airport....I got there really early...(I have a fear of getting lost when I travel long distances and sometimes arrive places earlier than anticipated...)....then, found out that the flight had been delayed. No problem, I just made a few stops 'round the area and took some pictures. I found a place where I could see a the runway where

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.....a place to sit and......ponderprayreminiscethinkdwelllistenhopedreama cold glass of milk with something chocolatefresh sheetsglowing candlesfireplace fireshot teahot cocoawarm bread fresh from the ovena meal with the family....at the dinner tablemaking a new friendold family photosnew family photosa new firepit for the front porchfinding your roommate has done the remaining dishes from the

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....but this guy was......Carmelized onion, saute'd mushrooms and gorgonzola tartPotato, ham and cheddar tartItalian wedding soupButterscotch pumpkin cakeCheesecake.....the new recipeBreaking in the new firepit......PRICELESS(Ironically, I failed to take a picture of the Pumpkin soup....which is the crown on this annual dinner....however, there was some leftover so, I will post a picture later

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Tonight is my annual "Great Pumpkin Dinner"....no it's not a Halloween dinner....it's customarily done on or around Halloween, but, this year, it is a little bit late....no biggie, though, it's still fall (sort of) and it's my gift to my friends.In preparation, Roomie bought my Christmas present early.....a firepit for our front porch, where we hope all will gather an enjoy the warm fire....

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I love that my little dog snuggles up to me at the end of the day, spent and content to snore his way through my favorite show.....I love when I find myself 'framing' pictures in my head as I'm driving around town noticing the amazing color show that Mother Nature puts on this time of year....I love Christmas....you'll probably get sick of my love of Christmas....I hope you don't.....I love to

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There she is again, Mother Nature, showing us how to live. Show your colors....let the whole world see how beautiful you are. And how you are you today?Peace♥

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"As a representative of the United States Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, it is my high privilege to present you this flag. Let it be a symbol of the grateful appreciation this nation feels for the distinguished service rendered to our country and our flag by your loved one."My grandfather:Robert Elijah Thane HendersonU.S.Navy, WWIIServed on LST-268During World War II, LST-268 was assigned to the

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I love Christmas! It is my favorite time of the year. Granted, Christmas, the real Christmas, has been "commercialized over", you can hardly avoid it for all of the commercialization and I for one believe it's a crime. However, I have to admit, (although I am offended that retail has moved up their campaign every year to capitalze on the all mighty dollar), I love to walk through the stores and

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It took just the tiniest bit of prodding, but I think I've figured out what is chasing lady inspiration away. I have things going on in my life that are tough and I find that I am holding back in my writing because I'm not sure I want those things to bleed through....the thing is I need to write about them. So, I'm going to. Heed the warning in the post title, there may be some tough subject

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The assignment: Your topic will be a thing that you could hold in your hands. Your job is to describe the item without naming it. We are to use figurative language, the assignment requires use of; simile, hyperbole and metaphor, at least one of each.Here is my essay: Capturing TimeThis girl’s sleek, black, steel casing offers cool comfort in my

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Oh, lady inspiration, where art thou? Today, I am still lost without you. I beseech you, you've been gone too long, please, oh, please return.I search through images, hoping to spot you amoung the leaves, clouds and sunsets...not even the flowers draw you out....not even the fabulously red ones....those with the flame of desire.I am but a sad, lost, bewildered soul, hoping for a breath of your

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I've been dreaming of inspiration. Just dreaming. She alludes me. Drifting in and out of my subconscious. Taunting me with her whispers. I reach for her, she pulls away and laughs her sneering, demented laugh. I call out and only hear my own echo.As I dream, ideas drift in and out. Ghosts haunt my dreams, moaning their epitaphs, hints of a story I should tell. Inspiration still only a mist in the

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Beautiful little towns in the California Sierra Nevada: Nevada City, Grass Valley and Colfax.....Enjoy! Happy Autumn!

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A few nights back I dreamed a poem. In my dream I was composing this poem and it was beautiful. In the dream I posted the poem on my blog and it was beautiful. I distinctly remember waking up wondering about the poem, however, there was no evidence of it's existence.I like to write. Let's say I love to write. It's likely I'll never be of the caliber of Hemmingway, Tolstoy, Austen, Poe, Plath,

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Happy HalloweenFrom my Houseto Yours! Peace♥

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Happy Halloween from my houseto yours!Peace♥

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Hold your head high Don't ever let 'em define the light in your eyes Love yourself, give them Hell You can take on this world. You just stand and be strong And then fight Like a girl. Oh, with style and grace Kick ass and take names Fight Like a Girl Fight Like a Girl Thank you Christina at Soul Aperture for your inspiration. Peace ♥

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♥

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(The leaf in this photo looks eerily like a real heart......metaphorically speaking).Many years ago an old friend of mine and I were having a discussion about something I wanted, I don't even remember what it was I wanted, probably a new camera or something dumb like that, but, my friend told me that I would get it. I asked her how she knew that and she looked me straight in the eye and said, "

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Oh, for the first blush of romance....young love....not that old people stuff....YOUNG LOVE, the REALLY young love.....high school love.....the most painful love ever......the kind where you can't breathe it hurts so much.I had the pleasure of accompanying my niece to her boyfriend's freshman high school football game this evening, for the men in the audience, they lost.....now, to the bigger

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What Cancer Cannot DoCancer is so limited...It cannot cripple loveIt cannot shatter hopeIt cannot corrode faithIt cannot destroy peaceIt cannot kill friendshipIt cannot suppress memoriesIt cannot silence courageIt cannot invade the soulIt cannot steal eternal lifeIt cannot conquer the spirit.(author unkown)For CandacePeace♥Thank you, Christina at Soul Aperture for your inspiration!

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"What do you wish to say YES to?"I wish to say YES to the infinite possibilities that lie before me.I wish to say YES to faith in the direction I've chosen to take my life.I wish to say YES to being open to every opportunity that comes my way.I wish for everyone else as they wish for themselves......(visualizing my cupped hands throwing my wish out into the ether.....scattering my cares about it

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Some fun.....(see picture above).I am grateful for the picture above because it makes me smile.I am grateful for the sound of the birds outside my window.I am grateful for the people in my life who know me and love me anyway.I am grateful for a new lawn in my front yard.I am grateful for school.I am grateful for my cousin and the photo of her awesome son that she sent me in a text today.I am

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These are some of the pumpkins from the garden....they are much oranger than the standard old pumpkins you see at your everyday, average pumpkin patch(lot)...they are called Cinderella pumpkins....they also have a little bit different shape and sometimes surface texture....they are interesting....just like each of us is. I took this photo after our most recent extremely exuberant storm....as the

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I used to work at this really great place....not the last place I worked, but, the last best place I worked....and at that place I met some of the BEST people, EVER! Yep, EVER. The company shall remain nameless, since it is no longer in business, but, the people are very much IN BUSINESS. The business of being my friends....great friends and I got to spend some time with them...celebrating one of

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Where are you?I search for you, what seems like endlessly.I know you’re out there.I can feel you.Where are you?Do you look at the same stars that I do?I sometimes stare out at the stars, hoping you are, too.If we connect at that one bright star,We connect.Do you look at the same stars that I do?I study the faces of strangers.How about you?Do you look for me, as I look for you?You must, because I

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My Grandmother had Breat Cancer. She beat it. This rose is for her. And, for all those who have won. And, for all those still battliing. You are my HEROES. Thank you for the inspiration Christina. Peace ♥

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Okay, so the scrubs are horribly unflattering....short, heavy people do not look attactive in scrubs....BUT, I was very comfortable....like wearin' jammies to school!So, today was pretty painless. However, I've discovered that blogging has led to bad writing habits. Oh, well. Guess I'll be cleaning up my act, eh? I have one class a day for four hours....and since each class (well most) meets only

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Holy stacks of books, Batman....I start college tomorrow!!!!!!! whoooooo hoooooooo! Yeeeee haaaawwwww! Man, am I scared. I know, I'll be alright, but, just thinking about the enormity of this endeavor has me reeling just a bit, yep, little bit.So, it looks like I don't have to worry about book covers, all but one of the books I need for my classes are paperback....and yet I feel like each book

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We had a lovely break in the gloom and grief yesterday....we celebrated my little brother's birthday....he turned 18 on October 1st.....We had our usual suspects over and a couple of newbies. A good time was had by all! I meant to take pictures of our food, but, was pretty involved in the revelry, so, I kind of missed the food before we began devouring it. We scarfed on the usual fare, hamburgers

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