We had a wonderful time in Wisconsin. The weather turned bad on the trip home when we came to Pennsylvania. The weather turned to sleet until we pulled into our garage. Liz was sick over Thanksgiving but is feeling better now. Dad and Liz said they both had a nice time together unfortunately Liz couldn't taste the food that she so carefully cooked. Now the big push is on for Christmas and all that comes with it.
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Friday, November 28, 2008
Black Friday
We got up and went out shopping... we didn't buy much but we were just enjoying the time together. Hope everyone enjoyed their holiday and are getting ready for what is coming next.
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Sorry I forgot
I am now in Wisconson... after 14 hours. I sleep through most of the trip. I am very happy to see Jenni. So I am going to go now, will check in tomorrow. Happy Thanksgiving Eve!
News on Jenni's Trivia contest.... THEY WON THE SERIES .... winning last weeks pot of 50 dollars then 75 dollar for winning the series and of coarse the bragging rights! Go Jennin Go.
News on Jenni's Trivia contest.... THEY WON THE SERIES .... winning last weeks pot of 50 dollars then 75 dollar for winning the series and of coarse the bragging rights! Go Jennin Go.
http://trinity.milwaukeequizmaster.com/ this site has all the detail of Jenni's team the "Juicy Fruit" 's ... check out this site
Monday, November 24, 2008
Two Days to Go
We have been buying and packing, the mattress in the middle should be a hoot. (we are putting a mattress in the middle of the Van so both Brian & I can rest during the drive to Wisconson- Gary just has to drive, poor guy)
Talked with Carl and he seems to be on the mend. We are loading up Laurens car with all of the presents for Liz... only kidding just a few bobbles for her to open at Christmas. Talked with Liz she has a cold and is working hard to get better before the Big day. Liz is buying the Gobbler... that reminds me did anyone see Palin pardoning the GREAT ALASKIN TURKEY... she is a turkey!
Talked with Carl and he seems to be on the mend. We are loading up Laurens car with all of the presents for Liz... only kidding just a few bobbles for her to open at Christmas. Talked with Liz she has a cold and is working hard to get better before the Big day. Liz is buying the Gobbler... that reminds me did anyone see Palin pardoning the GREAT ALASKIN TURKEY... she is a turkey!
Sunday, November 23, 2008
A New Writing Assignment
I have another writing assignment... this story is based on an experience I have had but with all stories things are made up so just enjoy the story!
She got up and walked into the kitchen to get a drink of ice-cold whole milk, none of that skim milk for her. She wanted the real stuff, at 13years old- calories or health was not of any concern. It would just be a delicious treat before calling it a night. The room was dark; the only light was coming from a low glow outside. Switching on the light inside she could see that it was her eldest brother running from a field at the edge of the property but something was not right. Her brother 16 years old at the time was rushing toward the house yelling for help. He was a handsome man with china white complexion, and dark black curly hair cut short per the fashion of the day. He was wearing a burgundy colored V-neck sweater and jeans. She was trying to process what she had just seen, first there had been a bright flash and someone was running…yelling for help. As the person was coming closer and closer to the back door of the kitchen, she just looked on with puzzlement. Was it really her brother? She first noticed the slate grey powder clinging to the skin surface, his face was unrecognizable. There was no visible blood, cuts or bruises. All she could see was a face covered with a slate grey powder, two eyes looking back at her filled with horror. There were so many thoughts racing through her head- what needed to be done, how could this be fixed, and what the heck happened out in that field?
What in God’s name had caused this disaster; she knew he had been building a rocket. It was in the time of Sputnik and the push to get men in space. Her brother’s first love had always been Physics, and his second was Science. When he was much younger, he experimented with chemistry sets, made a crystal radio, an intercom, and a gas-powered go-cart using a lawn mower engine. He even ventured into horror movies using his friends as actors. His intelligence had been a curse and a gift because it was difficult for him to find people that understood his passions.
The idea of building a rocket came to him one summer afternoon. He noticed the pole being used as a clothesline would be suitable for the central part of the rocket. He would just need a top capsule and fins to stabilize the rocket as it went into space. Then a parachute to bring the capsule back down and rocket fuel to get the rocket off the launch pad. Rocket fuel was the “Gorilla in the Room.” Their parent’s method of parenting was very hands off- as long as no one was injured during any project their kids attempted, it would be deemed a success. Even though her brother had done a great deal of research into propulsion, rocket design, math, physics, and the chemistry of launching a rocket, however something had gone wrong. That night he had been in the field conducting experiments into what combination would be the best to launch his rocket however, an explosion occurred with his face receiving essentially the entirety of the blast. What she viewed on his face was the residue of the chemical explosion.
He was not crying out for assistance but standing stoically in the kitchen as his parents came in from the front room and were trying to decide what they should do. His mother had begun by using a clean face cloth trying to remove the grey powder from his face. Everyone was stricken with panic and it was resonating in their voices with a gasp because it seemed that several layers of skin were coming off with each pass of the cloth. It was decided that this was something very serious and that it needed to be treated by a Doctor in a Hospital setting. She needed to watch the younger children so her brother, mother and father could rush him to the hospital. If the skin came off with a soft touch what would his face look like, how could they fix the mess her brother had gotten himself into?
She was too young to go visit her brother in the hospital. The staff at the hospital didn’t realize that she had been the one to see the horror on her brother’s face and her parents panic. She needed to see the healing process; however, the staff made that decision for her. Luckily, her brother was in the hospital for only ten days. On his triumphant return home, she had made banners welcoming him home. His face was white and smooth, the moles that had once been on his face were gone, - and the blast had blown off his moles.
The entire exploit was never really discussed. The rocket remained in her parent’s attic until her mother’s death. There was no more talk of space or any projects done without supervision. Her brother teamed up with a retired Physics Professor to work on prisms. His work won him a regional award in the Westinghouse Science Fair and a trip to San Francisco to compete for the National Westinghouse Science Prize. Unfortunately, her parents did not learn- they sent her brother alone to California; he survived his trip but it would have been nice to have at least one parent to cheer him on. He did not win the National prize but he won a college scholarship to a prestigious University. She would always remember the day they both walked out their high school together. There had been an all school assembly that day to honor her brother’s work with prisms. Seeing him on that stage was an experience that filled her with pride and even hero worship that was not repeated until she had her own children.
She got up and walked into the kitchen to get a drink of ice-cold whole milk, none of that skim milk for her. She wanted the real stuff, at 13years old- calories or health was not of any concern. It would just be a delicious treat before calling it a night. The room was dark; the only light was coming from a low glow outside. Switching on the light inside she could see that it was her eldest brother running from a field at the edge of the property but something was not right. Her brother 16 years old at the time was rushing toward the house yelling for help. He was a handsome man with china white complexion, and dark black curly hair cut short per the fashion of the day. He was wearing a burgundy colored V-neck sweater and jeans. She was trying to process what she had just seen, first there had been a bright flash and someone was running…yelling for help. As the person was coming closer and closer to the back door of the kitchen, she just looked on with puzzlement. Was it really her brother? She first noticed the slate grey powder clinging to the skin surface, his face was unrecognizable. There was no visible blood, cuts or bruises. All she could see was a face covered with a slate grey powder, two eyes looking back at her filled with horror. There were so many thoughts racing through her head- what needed to be done, how could this be fixed, and what the heck happened out in that field?
What in God’s name had caused this disaster; she knew he had been building a rocket. It was in the time of Sputnik and the push to get men in space. Her brother’s first love had always been Physics, and his second was Science. When he was much younger, he experimented with chemistry sets, made a crystal radio, an intercom, and a gas-powered go-cart using a lawn mower engine. He even ventured into horror movies using his friends as actors. His intelligence had been a curse and a gift because it was difficult for him to find people that understood his passions.
The idea of building a rocket came to him one summer afternoon. He noticed the pole being used as a clothesline would be suitable for the central part of the rocket. He would just need a top capsule and fins to stabilize the rocket as it went into space. Then a parachute to bring the capsule back down and rocket fuel to get the rocket off the launch pad. Rocket fuel was the “Gorilla in the Room.” Their parent’s method of parenting was very hands off- as long as no one was injured during any project their kids attempted, it would be deemed a success. Even though her brother had done a great deal of research into propulsion, rocket design, math, physics, and the chemistry of launching a rocket, however something had gone wrong. That night he had been in the field conducting experiments into what combination would be the best to launch his rocket however, an explosion occurred with his face receiving essentially the entirety of the blast. What she viewed on his face was the residue of the chemical explosion.
He was not crying out for assistance but standing stoically in the kitchen as his parents came in from the front room and were trying to decide what they should do. His mother had begun by using a clean face cloth trying to remove the grey powder from his face. Everyone was stricken with panic and it was resonating in their voices with a gasp because it seemed that several layers of skin were coming off with each pass of the cloth. It was decided that this was something very serious and that it needed to be treated by a Doctor in a Hospital setting. She needed to watch the younger children so her brother, mother and father could rush him to the hospital. If the skin came off with a soft touch what would his face look like, how could they fix the mess her brother had gotten himself into?
She was too young to go visit her brother in the hospital. The staff at the hospital didn’t realize that she had been the one to see the horror on her brother’s face and her parents panic. She needed to see the healing process; however, the staff made that decision for her. Luckily, her brother was in the hospital for only ten days. On his triumphant return home, she had made banners welcoming him home. His face was white and smooth, the moles that had once been on his face were gone, - and the blast had blown off his moles.
The entire exploit was never really discussed. The rocket remained in her parent’s attic until her mother’s death. There was no more talk of space or any projects done without supervision. Her brother teamed up with a retired Physics Professor to work on prisms. His work won him a regional award in the Westinghouse Science Fair and a trip to San Francisco to compete for the National Westinghouse Science Prize. Unfortunately, her parents did not learn- they sent her brother alone to California; he survived his trip but it would have been nice to have at least one parent to cheer him on. He did not win the National prize but he won a college scholarship to a prestigious University. She would always remember the day they both walked out their high school together. There had been an all school assembly that day to honor her brother’s work with prisms. Seeing him on that stage was an experience that filled her with pride and even hero worship that was not repeated until she had her own children.
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Carl is doing fine
I am as surprised as anyone can be but Carl had his surgery today, they found a loose bone floating around that was pushing on a nerve so they removed it and he did come through the surgery without any complications. I called him at the hospital and he did seem fine. But I worry that Carl will push himself to much. Pam is planning on going to NY the day after Thanksgiving. (Carl was to go before the surgery) I hope Pam has a great time, I have taken the kids in alone and done alright. Carl is staying home I hope. Grand-dad keeps trying to get Carl to NY via wheelchair etc. Grand-dad just doesn't understand. Carl should be coming home tomorrow if anyone want to call or what ever. I had the same surgery many years age and you do have to rest. When they do the surgery they put staples in your head and hock you to an apparatus that pulls your neck so they can see see the vertebra... his muscles in his neck will be sore and tired.
Penn State won and hurrah Jo-Pa is staying on.
Penn State won and hurrah Jo-Pa is staying on.
Friday, November 21, 2008
Not much new
Sorry, I had a slow day today. Had a lovely conversation with both Brian and Jenni. Brian's studio may be done soon. Jenni had an adoption today except that (alcoholic dad which is very sad on it's own) the birth dad decided he wanted to reverse his decision of voluntarily relinquishing of his custody of the baby. So by law what is the answer... Jenni has to explore the Law and will get back to me. GAS IS DOWN TO $1.96 CAN YOU BELIEVE IT.... WOW. Senator Hiliary Clinton to be Secretary of State and a TV guy said that our country USA is going to get much worse before- if we respond correctly, it gets better.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
I'm OK but Carl's having a bad day
Carl called me today, dad had said Carl was to have surgery, he told me that he did not have the surgery because he woke up in the middle of the night with his heart pounding and sweating. The doctor of anesthesia told Dr. Rajjoub that it was too dangerous to operate - they ruled out a Pulmonary Embolism felling it was a reaction to a pain medication he was taking they have postponed the surgery until next week. He also had his tooth pulled this last week- he has had a very busy week. I told him to rest until he reschedules surgery.
Brian made it to Yale and back to NJ- he had a very good day. Many graduate students from all over the world.
Brian made it to Yale and back to NJ- he had a very good day. Many graduate students from all over the world.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
"All the NEWS that I feel like reporting"
My buttock hurts, I had a tiny benign growth removed, and it is not healing as I would like and it just bugs me. Then my foot hurts today- at my massage appointment today she worked for 5 minutes on my foot and now it is telling me that it does not like to be touched so stop! I made two calzone today; they looked good but I did not care for it. The calzone was done ok but it needed an extra something and I did not have it today. There is an update on trivia from Wisconsin. Well Jenni’s team lost last night but they are winning the overall when you count the points. The big upset is a team coming from out of nowhere- “Team-Team” (yes a stupid name but Wisconsin). The Dewi Decimators are almost out of here… but it will come down to the wire for this “TRIVIA CHALLENGE in MILWAUKEE,” stay tuned…
Here is a video clip of the view and it also captures how I feel about the idiots running these companies, they made cars they wanted to make. They gambled and lost but the people that will lose will be the workers. The House Committee asked the car makers if they would take less money and one man said he would take a $1.00 salary the other two Presidents of the Car Companies were very unsure, yes they like their $20,000,000 million dollar salary… how do you spend that much money!
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Their is a dangerous new book out on the market that is a danger to all humans... a book that helps dogs just watch and listen...
Don't worry us humans have to drive the dogs to the book store, oh no the damn web sites that will sell books to any man or beast.
Good News for James, Lee, Annica, & Metta
reported by the AP
"CDC: Burlington, Vt. Nation's Healthiest City
What's the healthiest city in America? It appears to be Burlington, Vt.
Vermont's largest city is tops among U.S. metropolitan areas by having the largest proportion of people — 92 percent — who say they are in good or great health.
It's also among the best in exercise and among the lowest in obesity, diabetes and other measures of ill health, according to a recent report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention..."
Wisconson vs Drinking or Burlington vs Health- Where do you want to live?
Monday, November 17, 2008
Only in Wisconsin
"Drunken drivers in Wisconsin are not charged with a felony until they have been arrested a fifth time. Wisconsin law prohibits sobriety checks by the police, a common practice in other states..."
. “I’ve had situations where a parent was going to buy drinks for a kid who looked 8 or 10 years old,” he said, “and I had to say, ‘That’s a no-go.’ ” .... New York Times
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/16/us/16wisconsin.html?em
Are you fricken kidding me please you have to read this article... what else can I say except Wisconsin!
PAM SAID CARL'S TOOTH IS GETTING BETTER BUT HAS 3 OR 4 RUPTURED DISC.
. “I’ve had situations where a parent was going to buy drinks for a kid who looked 8 or 10 years old,” he said, “and I had to say, ‘That’s a no-go.’ ” .... New York Times
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/16/us/16wisconsin.html?em
Are you fricken kidding me please you have to read this article... what else can I say except Wisconsin!
PAM SAID CARL'S TOOTH IS GETTING BETTER BUT HAS 3 OR 4 RUPTURED DISC.
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Making it Work
I am sorry I missed yesterday, but I have been working almost non-stop to get my software to work to produce the ART SHOW project and it is driving me crazy... I wouldn't do it if it wasn't fulfilling in the end. I am just getting to know this software so be patient. Found out from Carl that he has several ruptured disc in his upper neck so now he has to decide what to do.
Jenni has been off having work and fun, she did get to go to Chicago. It is not New York. Gary was busy doing football and basketball games all....weekend. Gary and I have had some really good discussions this weekend and I can see that we are both trying and that is always a good thing. Jenni has informed me that her team is tied for winner with the Dewi Decimators and one of the male Decimators winked at her on Face Book before he knew who she was so is it a devious blot by the other team or could it just be fortune putting "her" hat in the ring. Good luck Jenni on Tuesday.
Jenni has been off having work and fun, she did get to go to Chicago. It is not New York. Gary was busy doing football and basketball games all....weekend. Gary and I have had some really good discussions this weekend and I can see that we are both trying and that is always a good thing. Jenni has informed me that her team is tied for winner with the Dewi Decimators and one of the male Decimators winked at her on Face Book before he knew who she was so is it a devious blot by the other team or could it just be fortune putting "her" hat in the ring. Good luck Jenni on Tuesday.
Friday, November 14, 2008
Carl's Pain
Today we have the 1st 4 star Female General. I am not a military person but there is a need to have people defend our society as a whole. Knowing that a woman is finally at the top is something to be proud of as a country.
I found out today that Carl has an infected tooth- antibiotics for that (that is a story, his Dentist is out of his office and his partner didn't take Carl's insurance so he went to Disalvo's home and got a script- told you), then recovering from Carpal Tunnel surgery (had to transcript the longest O-bit I have ever seen (over $1000.00 onto a computer plus other fussy little details he needed to do) now he had a MRI because he can't stand the pain going down his arms or arm not sure. I feel so bad. He called about something else and we talked, I have a sling that might help so Pam came and got it. Pam also invited us up for Thanksgiving dinner which I think was so kind but we are GOING WEST OR BUST to see our lovely Jenni who better be cleaning for us. Only kidding Jenni.
I found out today that Carl has an infected tooth- antibiotics for that (that is a story, his Dentist is out of his office and his partner didn't take Carl's insurance so he went to Disalvo's home and got a script- told you), then recovering from Carpal Tunnel surgery (had to transcript the longest O-bit I have ever seen (over $1000.00 onto a computer plus other fussy little details he needed to do) now he had a MRI because he can't stand the pain going down his arms or arm not sure. I feel so bad. He called about something else and we talked, I have a sling that might help so Pam came and got it. Pam also invited us up for Thanksgiving dinner which I think was so kind but we are GOING WEST OR BUST to see our lovely Jenni who better be cleaning for us. Only kidding Jenni.
Thursday, November 13, 2008
A Mothers Praise
You will have to forgive me for what I am going to say- because I am a mother; specifically because I am Brian’s mom. I was looking through Brian’s web site, and at his Art Work. His work is so beautiful, it astounds me, colors bleeding from one layer into another with sparkles of gold’s or pinks; varying from painting to painting the magic is different. I am just in awe of his talent. Where do the ideas come from and how does he execute his thoughts into something we see. I have but just one of his painting... to see it in the correct light in person is a treat.
(PS. I love Jenni too)
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Just a quick blog
I hate the end of day lite savings time. By 5:30pm the sun is down and I still have things I want to get done but I just can't wrap my head around doing anything. I do some computer stuff but darn it I have much more to do. I have started to pick things up for Christmas... little stocking stuffers... not little in price. I had two doctors appointments today, everything is on track. It does amaze me that Gary's work although thankfully gives us health insurance, prescriptions still cost so much.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Go Brian
A very fortune city native gives $1 million dollars to academy (pajama factory) where Brian has his studio. See the article below for more info.
http://www.sungazette.com/page/content.detail/id/518550.html?nav=5011
Brian continues to work hard on his art. I am very excited about Saturday when they have a big day up at the studio.
The nightly news is so disturbing that I want to scream. The bail out seems to be for the business man not for the "common man". Is the bail out for the Bank presidents salaries? Please someone tell me when are the poor people going to get benefit- jobs, loans, & better % for us giving them our money. If I hear one more executive get a massage- I paid for my own massages when we went away. We as people are being asked to understand and it is the old rabbit in the hat trick, I never liked magic because I want to see how things work... I want to know how is our country getting better. President Elect Obama I can't wait until you flush the BUSH's out!
http://www.sungazette.com/page/content.detail/id/518550.html?nav=5011
Brian continues to work hard on his art. I am very excited about Saturday when they have a big day up at the studio.
The nightly news is so disturbing that I want to scream. The bail out seems to be for the business man not for the "common man". Is the bail out for the Bank presidents salaries? Please someone tell me when are the poor people going to get benefit- jobs, loans, & better % for us giving them our money. If I hear one more executive get a massage- I paid for my own massages when we went away. We as people are being asked to understand and it is the old rabbit in the hat trick, I never liked magic because I want to see how things work... I want to know how is our country getting better. President Elect Obama I can't wait until you flush the BUSH's out!
Monday, November 10, 2008
30 years ago
I was watching TV and there was an update... 30 years ago the "Jones town" mass suicide occurred and it made me think. The premise sounded good, all people living in perfect harmony. However, the leader that can put together a perfect society must also believe that he is still a "common" man. Not someone who elevates himself into a God as Jim Jones did. I can't understand why people do what they do. Why do we hurt each other? I can imagine that people do things unintentional without malice. However when behavior is repeated, it is difficult to believe that it is not malicious. As I say this I must also say that while I was growing up I heard my father yelling at his brothers (at work) and on occasion at us children and my Mom. Therefore, I know I have his quick temper and do react to situations in a way that is hurtful to the people around me. I do apologize for my behavior after if I realize I have been hurtful but many times, it is so quick we go on with the things of the day. That is no excuse, because for me I have said that if you know you have done something wrong stop doing it. Therefore, this is the human dilemma. Good people, self-aware people that examine their daily behavior and still do not change. I hope to continue this discussion tomorrow... any comments on the topics you care to share please leave them here or email me ... I would love input.
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Orangutan Island is on again
This was a pit stop for the Amazing Race tonite. I forget how crowded India is. The stop also was a place that Grand-dad and his group stopped while they visited Deli. I noticed that the "fog" was bothering people on the show. Brian is still in NJ coming home Monday to get ready for the big Governor's Week starting here this week. A great many neat things are going on. You can find info at http://williamsportarts.com/. it will have shows, installations, concerts, the JV Brown library dedicating the new children's wing, and so much more. Jenni had a chili cook off to raise money.
Orangutan Island is back on, on the Animal Planet channel- Donald got sick at the end of last season. He recovered but became ill again with the same unknown disease on the season premier and is being missed by Chen Chen who is his best friend. Donald died of a blood disease at the end of the episode.
Saturday, November 8, 2008
Splat
Splat... this is a picture I was working on ... I know it doesn't look like much but it took about 3 hours, I don't know what I was thinking. Penn State lost... I couldn't even watch the end... it was down to just seconds. Then I made 3 little cookies, all the ddough I had left... I like to bake a fresh cookie before I go to bed but the heat was sky high (my fault) well beside going shopping for 3 little things (one I have to exchange) today was a SPLAT day. It came, it went, and now it's done!
Friday, November 7, 2008
The end of the week
I don't have much to say but everyday seems a little better because I don't have to listen or pay attention to W anymore. It is so pleasant to see President Elect Obama on the screen. I did see a new report about people in the US rushing out to buy any kind of gun they can because the new President will be taking away their very freedom. I don't think Obama is going to do that but NOW THEY KNOW HOW WE FELT FOR THE past 8 years. I truly don't think Obama is going to change the laws, maybe restricting semi-automatic guns but time will tell. Carl had surgery on his wrist for carpel tunnel. I think he will have the other one done at another time. Maddy is not coming up to visit us in Williamsport she scheduled a Colonoscopy and we will miss her.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
ING is irksome
I started out with saying that I had a quiet day but the more I thought about it the more I remembered. I was checking my money accounts last nite and then I thought of what Jenni said to me and got upset. It has to do with ING, every time you turn around Jenni is getting money for signing up for accounts. Gary and I have had an account with ING for 20 years so I said to myself what the heck is up with that. At 1am last night, I decided what I was going to do and I started my plan. I got the info I needed and started writing a letter because I want to complain by snail mail, email and maybe by phone. I- have –had- it! I will let you know if I get anywhere with my complaining. I put a shoot out to Madeline, she has had cataract surgery on Monday. From what I hear she is doing well. Going for tonight- have a good day.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
A New Era
When I was in high school, there was one black student in our entire school. Now I think how difficult that must have been for that young girl. I also remember going to a “Disco” in Williamsport on a Friday night; the dance was empty. There were my friends and I with about 10 young black men they danced in a circle around us I became very frightened. I was 16 or 17 years old at the time, the young men were not inappropriate but I felt that I was in a foreign environment so we left, and that was my only experience with persons of color. In 1969 I went to Harrisburg for nursing training and we lived in a predominantly black neighborhood. I did see black and white at the time. Brian and Jenni talk about not seeing color, they went to the same high school I did and it is much more integrated 40 years later. To be clear, in 1964-1969 being Jewish was different in our neighborhood. As I write this on November 5th and we have President Barack Obama as our new President. I truly feel that our country is starting a New Era, one of hope and optimism.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Monday, November 3, 2008
Fall is Here
Good news... Liz got good news today, she is getting her money she had to put out to get her car fixed back and she isn't get "let go" from work. 3 cheers for Liz. You can see from my slide show that fall is here, as you leave Faxon you see Winter is coming. The trees on the mountain are all gone, no color left which is sad but I look outside and it is still Fall in Faxon. Rember tomorrow is a historic day Remember to Vote!
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Life is what happens when not looking
I read an old post & want to update... no small feat, Gary lovingly replaced all the plugs and lamps that where bugging me... so THANK YOU DEAR... you did very good. If anyone doubts my sincerity read my second post and you will see the frustration I was feeling before they were fixed.
I have noticed lately on TV, observing how things have changed, things once unthinkable- for example: I was so delighted that there was to be a female announcer doing the stock report, a female using her brain. We saw a cute face on the side line that probably knew sports but was only permitted to do fluff pieces and look pretty. I am watching a doc-o-drama about the Chicago 7- there are NO women interviewed at the time the protest took place, it seems that it was even a MAN's world to hate the way the Nation was being run.Now in 2008 we have women reporting from the floor of the NY Stock Exchange, women in the sports booth with men (not to the degree we should be seeing them), women protesting and running for office to change our government. And concurrent coverage of the women and men running the NY Marathon. I do find this a very funny event because whether my children are aware of it or not, one of the longest running arguments between Gary and I has been one dealing with running a Marathon. For at least 25 years Gary and I discussed whether it is humanly possible for a woman and a man run a Marathon in record setting time. Gary response (as I remember) was that women will never catch up with men. The first woman to run in a marathon occurred as “The "Boston Incident" of 1967.. (and that)… was the spark that ignited the woman's running revolution…”
Women have not been running for thousands of years like men so, women’s bodies my take time to catch up (only my opinion). I think that there will be a time when the human body can only go so fast and even though it may take hundreds of years, I think women will someday be running side by side, the best of each gender and then that will be a race! AND THAT JENNI CAN OUT RUN GARY, ME, AND BRIAN, along with that she finishes!!! Go Jenni… the first woman was only in 1967.
I have noticed lately on TV, observing how things have changed, things once unthinkable- for example: I was so delighted that there was to be a female announcer doing the stock report, a female using her brain. We saw a cute face on the side line that probably knew sports but was only permitted to do fluff pieces and look pretty. I am watching a doc-o-drama about the Chicago 7- there are NO women interviewed at the time the protest took place, it seems that it was even a MAN's world to hate the way the Nation was being run.Now in 2008 we have women reporting from the floor of the NY Stock Exchange, women in the sports booth with men (not to the degree we should be seeing them), women protesting and running for office to change our government. And concurrent coverage of the women and men running the NY Marathon. I do find this a very funny event because whether my children are aware of it or not, one of the longest running arguments between Gary and I has been one dealing with running a Marathon. For at least 25 years Gary and I discussed whether it is humanly possible for a woman and a man run a Marathon in record setting time. Gary response (as I remember) was that women will never catch up with men. The first woman to run in a marathon occurred as “The "Boston Incident" of 1967.. (and that)… was the spark that ignited the woman's running revolution…”
Women have not been running for thousands of years like men so, women’s bodies my take time to catch up (only my opinion). I think that there will be a time when the human body can only go so fast and even though it may take hundreds of years, I think women will someday be running side by side, the best of each gender and then that will be a race! AND THAT JENNI CAN OUT RUN GARY, ME, AND BRIAN, along with that she finishes!!! Go Jenni… the first woman was only in 1967.
Saturday, November 1, 2008
All Souls Day
We pray for all the Saints...they are put off making the old Pope a Saint... maybe if they wait long enough the world would forget.
Oh my neck hurts...
I hope to make Balthazar's French Toast in the morning. I have been excited since about this toast for weeks... I need to find Brioche bread so that I can make more. So tomorrow 1 piece each.
I wish I could think of something to do for Mom (Regina)... Dad & his family donated a stained glass window in their Mom's name and then a plate both in churches. I would love to do something for within the JV Brown Library. http://www.jvbrown.edu/support.html
If anyone reading this has an idea please send an email.
Oh my neck hurts...
I hope to make Balthazar's French Toast in the morning. I have been excited since about this toast for weeks... I need to find Brioche bread so that I can make more. So tomorrow 1 piece each.
I wish I could think of something to do for Mom (Regina)... Dad & his family donated a stained glass window in their Mom's name and then a plate both in churches. I would love to do something for within the JV Brown Library. http://www.jvbrown.edu/support.html
If anyone reading this has an idea please send an email.
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