I'm back!

Good morning Campers!!

Did ya miss me?  I really didn't go anywhere..just needed a little break..I appreciate the 67 positive comments..what I didn't appreciate were the ones that left positive comments here on my blog but felt the need to blast me in other peoples blogs...was that really called for? I re read and re read my last entry and I think I made myself pretty clear...I was being totally selfish and taking a break..that's it...I never said I was leaving...I never said I didn't want to read sad or depressing entries ever again..what I said was all the sad and depressing news was effecting ME..it wasn't about YOU it was about ME... I am the type of person that likes to fix everyone's problems and I was starting to try to do that and failing miserably.. when you read as many blogs as I do it's impossible..so I took a break .. if I caused any one of you one single moment of hurt or pissed any one of you off I apologize.. that was not my intent...and that is the last you will of hear of this from me  ...I refuse to play into the drama that has developed.. if you judge me on one entry then that says it all...it wasn't my best performance as Simon would say  ;-) but it was one lousy entry people..give me a break...

So..onwards and upwards..it has been a pretty busy but uneventful week here...got my oil changed...went to the commissary and stocked up on groceries...helped my friend Jen shop and organize a baby shower for her daughter in law....then helped her do all the food and decorate..yesterday was the shower..it went well... do they do baby showers in UK yet? they didn't have showers of any kind when I lived over there (showers are parties thrown in the persons honour..the bride to be or the mother to be..there are games played and of course gifts)... today I need to catch up on laundry and am going to cook a Sunday roast...we have had so much rain lately...it is doing the lawns good though...Rachel bought a new Boxer puppy...she drove all the way to North Carolina to pick him up..I get to meet him today..she also got a tattoo done in Ali's honour..I must post a pic of that..hubby and son went to the Monster truck show last night....Rachel's new job is going well..she is still in the training stage...

I think that's it...LOL..you guys have a great Sunday...

L

My five.....

1. Amazing emails this week...good for my soul...

2..Rain...everything is looking so green...

3... Cell phone insurance..my son got his 2nd cell phone wet in a month....

4.... hubby is feeling better....he had another "bottom" problem...;-)

5.....American idol..I am in love with the dreadlock boy..those eyes..and the aussie...wow can he belt out a tune....

Taking a break

Good morning campers!!

 Thanks for all the kind comments regarding my daughters Boxer..she is doing a little better....bless her heart...

    As my Journal heading suggests I am taking a break from J Land..how long it will be I don't know but as I sat here this morning reading I got more and more discouraged..we are a fairly small community here but I would have to say that the majority of journals I read this morning have done little more than depress me.. I am not in any way shape or form  disregarding anyone's problems or struggles..on the contrary... I am acknowledging them in a way.. I truly feel bad for everyone and there in lies the problem..it's all getting a bit much for me..it's like watching the news constantly..after awhile it effects the way you think...so much doom and gloom...by not watching it does not make the troubles go away but it does stop it from being on your mind constantly...in the real world I try not to let negative people and negative energy influence me..again I am not saying you guys are negative...it's just a negative feeling I am receiving..I fear all this will come out sounding wrong and I am struggling for the right words here....what I mean is I am left feeling dejected this morning...for every 5 entries I read this morning 3 of them were reporting negative things..whether it be another illness..a loss..a financial issue..a personal struggle..I just started to feel sad..low..depressed..and as I cannot change these things for everyone..how I wish I could but I can't..the only thing I can do is change how I let it effect me..if coming to J Land does not give me the pleasure it once did then maybe I need a break for a little while...I wish I had a magic wand and could wave it over this little community of ours and make all the bad stuff go away but I can't...I am sure some of you will take this entry wrong ..I cannot emphasize enough that I do not want  any of you to stop writing about the things that are real to you...your journals are your own to write in as you wish...the bottom line is I am selfish I guess...I liked coming online reading a few blogs..connecting with a few good friends..having a good laugh or too and going about my day...these days I find myself worrying too much about all of you...thinking of how I can make things better...I knew I was in trouble this morning when I couldn't think of anything to say as I went to leave a comment...

I am rambling on here and I don't think I have expressed how I am feeling very well. but as I said you each have the absolute right to write about your problems..and I hope you don't stop..I hope writing helps you...but when I feel guilty for writing about my happy days because so many of you aren't then it's time to take a break...I just hope that you guys respect what I am saying and don't take it the wrong way...you know how easily that can be done..;-)

L

:-( sad....

                                                                      

My daughters Boxer got hit by a car and killed..it was her and her boyfriends dog..he lived with her BF..they raised Ali from a puppy..he was only 5 years old..someone at his house left the gate to the back yard open and he ran out in traffic...they took him to the vet but there was nothing they could do because the injuries were to severe.. they are devastated..it broke my heart to see her cry like that...she loved that dog..he was a huge dog and very protective but gentle as a lamb around those he knew..

A little prayer for Rach would be nice..she is hurting a whole lot right now....

L

Monday Morning

                                         

Thanks to Donna for the graphic...;-)

Good Morning Campers!!!

So it's Monday morning..I don't really like Monday mornings..however as I now only work 2 days a week this is technically my Thursday..that's my way of dealing anyway.

Had a great weekend..the weather was gorgeous..I  spent 90% of the weekend in my backyard..pottering around ..refilled my pots and hanging baskets..weeded..swept and tidied and of course sat on the deck and read..it was probably warm enough to actually get some sun but I was content under the patio umbrella..we will have months of baking by the pool so I am enjoying the "cool" temps while I can...I have finally attracted birds to the feeders so it was fun to watch them..when my crazy dog wasn't scaring them off that is...I hope the squirrels won't do the same....we did have our usual Friday night fare..Saturday night was just the hubby and I so we indulged in a pizza..thin crust..chicken and mushroom..delish!! Last night we had shrimp and steak on the barby...I was sleepy by 8.30 though..I think it was all the fresh air all weekend..I forced my self to stay up though otherwise I would have been awake at 4am....I did our taxes online and was happy that we are getting a little bit back..nothing like last year but then hubby was in a tax free zone for 6 months and will be again this year so next years will be better....I don't know why I always put off doing them..fear of the IRS I guess...LOL..

Well that's all folks..I will leave you with my five things...have a great week...

L

1. Florida weather..

2..Great books..just finished "The Friday night knitting Club" by Kate Jacobs..fabulous chick lit...

3... laundry all done and put away...

4.... True Beauty starts her new job tomorrow..working for Bellsouth/ATandT..she has waited a long time to get in there..

5..... All of you reading this...

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I say..and you say...

This is called “FIRST REACTIONS QUIZ”. You have to type the 1st thing that comes to mind whenever you hear these 33 things. You can’t think and go back and change your answers.

TIP: erase all of the other persons answers first...that way u can think in blanK SPACES.


Here we go

1. Beer: Ice cold

2. McDonalds: Double cheeseburger no pickle for a $1

3. Relationships: be lonely without any

4. Purple: pills

5. Power Rangers: My Ryan..bless his little heart he used to love 'em

6. Weed: dope

7. Steroids: makes you feel good but masks the real problem

8. Cartoons: Tom and Jerry

9. The President: blah blah blah

10. Tupperware: stained lids

11. Florida: I live here..come on down

12. Santa Claus: happy days

13. Halloween: parties

14. Alcohol: life would be dull without it

16: Myspace: immature

17. Clowns: not so much

18. Marriage:. tired of trying work on it

19. Paris: beautiful place

20. Redheads: I was on last year for a bit

21. Blondes: I am right now and it fits my personality better...

22. Pass the: ketchup

23. One night stands: not worth the five minutes of fun

24. Donald Trump: comb over

25. Neverland: Peter Pan

26. Dixie: chicks

27. Vanilla ice cream: needs no help

28. Hooters: nasty orange tights...gross!

29. High school: wish I went to high school in USA

30. Pajamas: wearing them right now

31. Woody: woodpecker

32. Wet Socks: stink

33. I love: him

I'm a tiger....;-)

MAIN Chinese New Year Chinese Zodiac Year of the Tiger Years 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022 Tiger personality traits One of the most dynamic signs in the Chinese zodiac, Tigers are by turns fascinating, commanding, and exasperating. They are patient but short-tempered, calm but rebellious, petty but noble, fearsome but affectionate, free spirits but fiercely territorial. With their many & various personality traits, Tigers are also - not surprisingly - noted for a marked reluctance to make up their minds. What makes them magnetic and commanding figures is the absolute loyalty and affection they show for those they love. With a natural air of authority, Tigers easily earn the respect and admiration of those who love them in return. While domesticated Tigers are quite happy among familiar surroundings, they are just as apt to fly off on an adventure at a moment's notice. Unpredictable and emotional, they can become quite fearless when standing up for themselves or others, and often hold definitive views on how to right the wrongs of society. At work, Tigers show natural leadership ability, but prefer to work alone. They usually excel as business managers, social activists, explorers, or travel writers. Tigers are most compatible with : Horse, Dragon, Dog Famous people born in the Year of the Tiger: Emily Bronte, Sheryl Crow, Tom Cruise, Emily Dickinson, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Jay Leno, Karl Marx, Marilyn Monroe, Marco Polo, Beatrix Potter, Queen Elizabeth II, Jon Stewart

Update

Hi Guys,

Just a quick update..Ryan did well at the cardiologist..he had an EKG and a sonogram of his heart.. his heart is working fine..he does have a mild case of Mitral valve Prolapse (see below) but the DR. doesn't think it is anything to be concerned with at this point..said Ryan is healthy as a horse and sees no reason why he couldn't be cleared to go in the Military which at the moment he is planning on when he graduates next year..that's a whole other issue I will save for later...;-) 

Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) is a common heart disorder. It occurs when the valve between your heart's left upper chamber (left atrium) and the left lower chamber (left ventricle) doesn't close properly. When the left ventricle contracts, the valve's leaflets bulge (prolapse) upward or back into the atrium. Mitral valve prolapse sometimes leads to blood leaking backward into the left atrium, a condition called mitral valve regurgitation.

Mitral valve prolapse affects slightly more than 2 percent of adults in the United States. Men and women appear to develop MVP in similar numbers.

In most people, mitral valve prolapse is harmless and doesn't require treatment or changes in lifestyle. It also doesn't shorten your life expectancy. In some people with mitral valve prolapse, however, the progression of the disease requires treatment.

 

Thanks for all the prayers and well wishes..you guys are the best..

L xx

 

Todays the day

 

          

Good Morning campers!

I won this pretty graphic from Jeanette who opened a new Journal yesterday for us all to share our jokes and stuff that's makes us laugh....we Brit's especially like a laugh so stop by and take a look..incidentally I won for being one of the first 3 to post a funny...;-)

Click here: Make 'Em Laugh!

Anyway today's the day we take Ryan to the cardiologist to see if there is anything major going on with his heart... he will be getting a sonogram of his heart from what I can tell from the office notes..of course the good old navy base lost his EKG but I am sure they will do their own anyway...I actually feel better after reading the notes because I think Ryan was suffering from Costochondritis..which is inflammation of the Sternum...as opposed to anything more sinister..the tablets they gave him for the inflammation seemed to have worked too so fingers crossed and a little prayer if you don't mind...

I have to get going here so I shall cut this short... and leave you with my five good things for the day...

1. Beautiful spring like weather...

2.. two day work weeks... ;-)

3... Hubby is able to drive us to the appointment today..

4.... lunch with true beauty yesterday...

5..... Simon Cowell..he had me roaring last night..he is on fire this season!!!!

 

 

 

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Four things

My brother from another Mother tagged me to do this..Gaz from:

http://journals.aol.co.uk/gazker/Diaryofapodgypoof/ this one's for you baby.. ;-)

 

FOUR FILMS I’D WATCH OVER AND OVER

 

1. Love Actually..it's British and funny and touching...

 

2.. Top Gun..Tom Cruise before he lost the plot..young hot sexy guys in flight suits..<sigh>

 

3...Forrest Gump..what can I say? just a freaking genius movie...

 

4....Thelma and Louise...the love scene with Brad Pitt as the young cowboy is worth it alone..good lord above!!!

 

FOUR PLACES I’VE LIVED

 

1. Kidlington Oxford England...my childhood home..my entire family still live there...LOL

 

2.. Bletchington Oxford England..hubby and I shared a cottage on a farm there for a short time..we were young ..I was 18..and in love and did hardly anything but shag there..ditto gaz's answer in a way...LOL..we had cows in the back garden too as I recall..

 

3...Virginia...for 10 years when we first emigrated over here..both my kids were born there..I have nothing but happy memories of that time..looking back I was a bit of a doormat really..stayed home most of the time..didn't know how to drive...but I loved my babies...happy days...

 

4.... Florida..the sunshine state where I live now..life is good..;-)

 

 

FOUR SHOWS I WATCH

 

1. Intervention..OMG..I cannot believe the state some people are in...I am a sucker for a happy ending so I enjoy seeing these folks turn there life around..

 

2.. The real housewives of Orange County..LOL these gals crack me up and makes me realize you need more than money to have class...;-) Another thing meand Gaz have in common..reality TV....

 

3...Real World..the original reality show...freaking love it...

 

4.... Rob and Big..one small white Pro skater one large black bodyguard..two of the funniest guys I have ever seen and true best friends..Gaz  you gotta watch it okay? All I got to say is Manpon...LOL

 

FOUR THINGS I LOVE TO EAT

 

1.Mexican food...you all know this..

 

2.. A good cheeseburger off the grill with Swiss cheese and mushrooms... <drool>

 

3... Thin crust pizza cheese, chicken and mushrooms..

 

4.... Cadburys chocolate..

 

 

FOUR PEOPLE I AM TAGGING.

 

How about anyone who feels like doing this?? I bet at least four of you will rise to the occasion...

 

 

Well now...

 

                           

Good Morning Campers!

  Well now looky here ..guess what I got?? ;-) I swear people I wasn't hinting for an award when I said I was tickled NOT to get one..it was my warped British sense of humour ..but seeing as one of the nicest people in J Land.. Miss Monae gave it to me I will accept with as much grace as this crazy Britchick can muster...  I am not awarding it to anyone  per say because I truly am the only person I know that didn't get one apart from Julie and Stacy and they are fellow bad girls like me and I don't think they really want one...;-) Besides people let's face it we are all NICE in our own way...even me...you would be surprised at just how nice I am..I even do random acts of kindness...I pay it forward...I open doors for old ladies and old men for that matter...I buy Girl scout cookies..I buy things from kids at the door who are trying to get to go on the trip of a lifetime...I give to St Judes research hospital every month... I cry at the drop of a hat..especially hallmark commercials...I cry at Airports when I don't even know the people saying goodbye... I feed all the teenagers in my neighbourhood..I listen to them when they have no one else..I let them cuss and scream and get it out and then I make them go home and hug their Mums...if I love you you will have a friend for life..I am loyal to a fault..I will defend your honour no matter what.. I will stand by you no matter what you do..I will hate the game NEVER the player...these are some of the things that make me "nice" I don't need an award to tell me that... being nice comes from within...

What does "nice" mean to you??

L

Sunday morning

                            

Good Morning campers!!

  How is everyone doing this weekend? Mine has been great so far..the usual Mexican Friday night..yesterday we decided to just head out in the car and see where we ended up..the weather was perfect..sunny and about 70 degrees..we ended up in a quaint little town called Melrose..we had lunch in a deli and then drove back through Waldo..stopped at the flea market and browsed around..came home and read on the deck for an hour then grilled chicken on the barbecue and made some wraps with it..very light and delicious...watch a movie and called it a night..today I am getting the laundry done and then I plan on doing some tidying up in the garden...it's supposed to be nice weather again...tomorrow starts my new schedule..I am back on the front desk tomorrow and then in the clinic Tuesday..hope I remember to go in..haven't worked on a Tuesday in ages... ;-)

As a few of you already know my son was born with a sunken chest..the proper medical term for this is pectus excavatum..click below for the visual..

Click here: Pectus excavatum - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Until recently it hadn't bothered him but he began saying he couldn't catch his breath..and he was having some discomfort in his chest so we took him to his Dr. who did an EKG and she has now referred him to a cardiologist..we go Thursday...if you are so inclined please keep Ry in your prayers..thanks...I don't talk a whole lot about personal stuff but this has me a bit scared... :-(

nothing much else to report from this end...life is plodding along just fine and that's the way I like it... I hope you all have a great Sunday..to all the football fans who have a team they support in the Super bowl I say party on!!! may the best team win..;-)

Congrats to all who got  "Nice Matters" awards.. I did not get one and for some reason I am tickled pink about it...;-)

L

 

 

 

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