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....
70 comments:
Hello there ! So glad you are back. Sounds like a busy time of if for you.
Showers are such fun to do. I'm glad your daughter got a new dog and love it that you post those '5'. Counting our blessings is always a good thing. It's still winter here in Ohio and I think about you and your sunshine often. It'll come our way soon. February is almost gone and March will bring a few warmer days.
'On Ya' - ma
Welcome back ,Yes I did miss you ,apart from any thing else you look as though you needed the break ,what a busy week ...love Jan xx
Welcome back!
Guido
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Bottom problems I've never suffered from, but an oil change I definatly need!
Gaz ;-)
Wow - you certainly have been a busy bee!
Nice to see you back!
Enjoy the rest of your weekend,
Millie :)
Of course I missed you, Lyn! I have a daughter named Rachel, too. Glad Rachel got her boxer. My friend has a boxer she calls "Thug", which he is anything but LOL. But what a name! It makes me laugh everytime she talks about him. Hope you have a lovely day! God Bless!
We've already spoken privately, and you know that yes, I took your entry in a way that you did now intend it to be taken. I'm glad we had a chance to "talk." We've cleared the air and all is well.
I'm glad you're back though...and you might not want to visit my journal...it's been a little "depressing" in my life lately!!! (ROFL....that is a JOKE!!! Of course you are always welcome!)
((hugs))
Jeanne
nice to see ya back... you have been busy.... sometimes it's good... sometimes not so much....
love ya
d
I think people sometimes interpet things wrong.
Nice to see an entry.
Wow I missed a lot... I didn't know you were "leaving" ;-)~ , but glad you're back. I use to read so many journals myself and now I'm lucky to get around or even write an entry myself... just terrible. Glad to hear you got some days to yourself we all need to do that every once in awhile. Wow they don't do baby showers in the UK? Hmmm.. I just assumed everybody does that. Guess Americans are the only greedy ones that want everyone to buy them stuff LOL. Glad the party went well and that was nice of you to help out. Roast is such a wonderful comfort food and get for Sundays. We haven't had rain, but we've had ice... yuck. Can't wait to see the pictures. I bet the puppy is a cutie and I wanna see the tattoo. I don't ever want a tattoo, but I love to see what other people pick. Glad to hear the new job is going well too. That's always a good thing. I can sympathize with son I had to have mine replaced so many times that they said no more insurance for you. (Really) Glad hubby is better. Illness is going around here like crazy and I don't want any of it. Hope you have a great day.
Take care, Chrissie
((((((((((((HUGSTOYOU)))))))))))))I am glad your back.I am glad things are going good.Have a nice day/week ahead.
do you like Amanda, the rocker nurse? I love that girl! Plus, i love Michael too. The dreadlock boy looks just like John Travolta. I bet that roast is going to taste divine. I think getting a tattoo of the dog is a great idea. Buddy was so fat though that if i got a tattoo, it would have to be damn big.
love you
lj
Welcome home. Hoping your time away has cleared your thoughts and have left you feeling refreshed! Take care and enjoy your Everyday!
Katie
Welcome back. Hope you have a good week ahead.
Best Wishes
Gina
We all need a break from time to time, totally understandable!!
I hope we get to see a pic of the puppy =)
I love love the Aussie on AI too...Wow!
The dreadlock fella is cute isn't he...I look forward
to seeing what he has in store for us next....
Hugs
Terri
I'm glad your back. We think alike cause I took out a roast to make also for today, lol. Gonna have mashed taters and gravy, salad and peas with it. It feels so good to be home again and read journals of my friends. I came home to 560 alerts, and am now down to 258. Slowly getting there, lol. I hope you have a nice sunday. (((((((hugs))))))
Love,
Cindy
You do what you have to for yourself and if that means taking a break then so be it. I totally understand and I'm sorry for the ones who don't.
Yes I missed you :)
Hugs,
Gretchen
W/B Hon :) Glad you are writing again. Yes, I missed you...kept looking for alerts from your journal LOL. About American Idol? Yes, the dreadlock boy does have great eyes :) and a great voice...but the Aussie? he's my fav of the male singers... when he sang Light My Fire by the Doors..didn't you almost see the spirit of Jim Morrison for a minute hangin' around, wow. Hugz*, Teresa
I'm going to a baby shower this afternoon! It's for 3 babies! All my younger cousins are popping out babies!! They don't have baby showers/bridal showers in Portugal either. Sorry about the drama---I read your entry, and I didn't read into anything different from what you were saying. Some people just need uncessary drama sometimes. Take care! :) Julie
I am glad your back! I am sorry to hear some where blasting you! That's not right! I got depressed and didn;t feel like blogging around christmas when j-land lost 2 great people! I know how you feel! and if you want to take a break people should understand! and blog away about whatever it's your J....
~~~Make it a Great Day~~~
Sharon
Lyn, welcome back to J- Land hon !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hugs Lisa
Girl that's where you made your mistake, thinking that something was actually allowed to be about YOU and not them ::eye roll:: everything is about them or they will find a way to turn it all around and make it about them ... "them" being the joy suckers of the world and no one specific of course. ::g::
Anyway I am so glad you are back from your tiny break and don't let anyone make you feel guilty for that, those of us who have gotten to know you understood where you were coming from and knew you would be back ... I think you enjoy making these journal entries as much as we enjoy reading them.
BTW I don't even want to tell you how many times my son lost, ran over, submerged, froze and dropped his cell phone before we finally wised up and bought the insurance, lol ... good move on your part!
Stacy
welcome back Lyn....and it because you are "soft hearted"...wanting folks to be happy....is the reason some folks feel they can "bad mouth" you....and it isn't so...it is because you do have a good heart....feelings for others...I for one am glad you are back....and glad to see that "good morning campers" come up on the screen....happy day to ya..God Bless...hugs...Ora
glad to see you are back. and you are right, it was about YOU. i got that. some didn't. we move on.
sounds like you enjoyed the shower.
have a great day
tina
Glad you are back. Theres one thing I hate and thats husbands bottom problems!!!!Havent seen American Idol but love Americas next top model. Have a good week Louise xx
Soooo good to see you back and in fine form! I missed you! (((hugs))) I havde not been to a baby shower over here yet, but that's not to say that people don't have them. I think baby showers are pretty wonderful things! I haven't been to one in years. I had two when I had my first baby but sadly when I had the other four I had always just moved into a new community (army life which I am sure you understand!) and never had any new friends yet to give me one. We always saw me being pregnant as a sign that we would soon be moving! I never had anyone to visit me in hospital either! I used to envy all the other new mothers with all their family and friends popping in and out! Love your five, and love you!
Marie
http://journals.aol.co.uk/mariealicejoan/MariesMuses/
The bottom line is, it's your Journal, so you can write what you like. If people don't like it, then they can do the other thing and they shouldn't go slagging you off elsewhere. I'm glad I get no readers, that way I can't annoy anyone. LOL!
Linda x
http://journals.aol.co.uk/lindaggeorge/GeorgeMansions/
PS Glad you're back.
Sometimes people simply amaze me....................... missed you and I am glad you aback.......... tell your daughter I am glad she got another dog.......... be safe and it is amazing weather today in Jaxs!!!!! beautiful.......... spring has sprung.......... sherry
I'm glad she got a new puppy. Hopefully this one won't get out like the last one. I'm happy to see you are back, just like MacArther in the Phillippines. LOL Have a marvelous Sunday.
Phil
I am sorry to hear about all this negativity. Glad you are not letting it bother you.
enjoy your day!!
Maria
Oh THANK GOD YOU'RE BACK. J-Land's not quite the same without ya, baby!!
Enjoy your Sunday dinner and don't forget to post pics of the puppy.
Hiya, I have been absent with the fluey! Oh, sorry you have been upset by anyone on here ... as you say, life is too short, I hate it when people misinterpet. I love you and what you write so boo sucks to anyone that doesn't. Hugs, Tells xx
Hi Lyn,
Welcome back. Maybe I misinterpreted your entry. But, if you come visit mine, I can't guarantee it won't be sad. Especially lately...LOL! So if you wanna come visit ....come at your own risk <wink>
Pam
the only showers we get are wet ones, although my friend went to a baby showera few weeks ago with an irish family, take care look forward to the pics beckie x
I would love to see that tattoo... and the puppy! Don't forget the pics!
be well,
Dawn
Glad to see ya back! I finally started watching American Idol last week and loved it. My hubby doesn't like watching it until they hit the top 24. He says it hurts his ears? lol Don't know but I'm glad that they are finally there so I can watch it. Hope your week was a good one!
I'm with you on the AI picks. love them both!
Glad you are back. Gee, I missed the drama! Oh well, I'm better off without it!
Traci
I have been terrible about stopping by here reg. but in the midst of it I seem to miss all the drama! LOL I've stopped reading A LOT of journals because some are attention seekers to the extreme, some are always negative, etc.
IMO there's nothing wrong with taking a break and if othes don't like it, that's THEIR problem. Some people just simply live for drama for what ever reason, I guess because they're so absolutely miserable with themselves and their own choices.
I hope you have a wonderful day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
BTW I never thought of other countries not having baby or wedding showers!
Those are my 2 favorites , too (on Idol)
I am on the "no drama, no trauma" road myself, darlin
cool idea to get a tatt in memory
Did I tell you I dropped my cell in my coffee while I was driving down the road? I kept hearing this awful noise and thinking my car was dying but it was the death throes of my phone!
Love ya
Marti
Missed you!!! Glad you are back!! Roast sounds yummy!!
Hugs,
Lisa
Welcome back.......... glad to hear that Rachel got a new pup.
Yes i think we have baby showers now.....lol
hugs Jayne
Hi !!!!!!
I missed you. I feel that once in a while we are all allowed to take a break from journals for a while to chill out and break from reading sad news or anything else. I am glad you are back but if you ever need to take a break please feel free to do so. I think it was wrong of people to blast you in other journals I don't think that was a nice thing to do at all. I apologize for those people that did that. You are such a nice person and I am glad you are here at J-Land.
Anywho.....I have NOT been watching any American Idol I hate to say I just haven't been into it this year. I have been watching shows on HBO and on television. All in all things are good. Take care my friend
I am glad you are feeling better....and don't ever apologize for being who you are and speaking what you feel.....I happen to like the person you are......honest.
take care
Kelly~
Oh Lyn, I'm sooo glad you are back.....I feel like high fiving someone!!! <G>
I know how badly those nasty comments hurt you, but I'm glad you were able to throw them off. Look at it this way...it helped "out" some people in J-land that you thought were your friends, and now you know who they truly are. You didn't do anything wrong, it's them that need to say they are sorry for trashing you in journal entries & comments...shame on them, once again!
Congratulations to Rachel for getting a new puppy...I'm so happy for her!! What did she name it? There is nothing like new, warm, puppy kisses to start healing a broken heart, give them both a hug for me.
J-land is brighter today with you back here!
Pooh Hugs,
Linda
Welcome back. You were missed. Sheila
I was so glad to see an alert from you! I do hope that you have a great week!
Kelli
http://journals.aol.com/kamdghwmw/noonmom
mmmm....Sunday Roast!!! Beef, lamb or pork??? Yorky puds as well??? mmm.... gotta go eat now, I'm hungry!
Hugs
Wendy in Oz
Welcome back! I'm glad it was a SHORT break Lyn, I've missed you! I've been having computer problems and as you said you're the sort who likes to fix problems, come over here and fix mine please! There will be a few G & T's or glasses of wine here for you! Hope you're well, Love, Pat
Welcome back, I didn't see anything wrong with your last entry I totally agreed with you so maybe that makes me a bad person good job I don't give a monkeys what other people think lol. Can't wait to see pic of pup love love love boxers and the pups are so funny. Take care
Debbie
xxx
Welcome back Lyn. I missed ya.
B. x
I love baby showers! So nice of you to help your friend!!
Definitely want to see pics of the new puppy and the tattoo...
Glad you are doing well. Remember, when people really want to dislike you, it doesn't matter what you say. It doesn't matter what you do. They are going to find fault in anything and everything. YOU are to rise above and keep living the GOOD LIFE!!!!! (as you have already declared you will do!) Good job!
God bless-
Amanda
Girlfriend... it may NOT have been you that you were reading about, there were ALOT of complaints going around about the journals being written. Oh well, wanted to say that I'm watching American Idol, too... LOVE IT!!! My faves SO FAR are Jason Yeager, and Kristy Lee Cooke, and the little philipino girl... CAN NEVER remember her name.... Ramiele or something like that?? Anyway, haven't yet heard enough of them to form a REAL opinion. Glad you are watching, so we can keep up together.
Joann
Glad your short break is over! I love the dreadlocks kid on AI also. There's something about his eyes!! Have good week.
Missie
It's good to see you back. I have to take a break now and then as well. I'm so glad your daughter got a new boxer puppy. That should keep her busy, and though I know she won't forget Ali, at least it may keep her mind off missing him too much -- make it a little easier to bear. I hope you are having a great week.
Lori
http://journals.aol.com/helmswondermom/DustyPages/
Glad your back!!!
I had to laugh at the cell phone insurance comment - I've had to replace 2 cell phones - water logged ones for one son too - although sometimes if you put the cell phone in a coat pocket and run it in the dryer for an hour (battery out) they come back to life lol. and it works for Ipods too!
hugs,
Michelle
Welcome back. I hope the new wee pup will help a little. We do have showers here in the uk. I've never been to one! lol. You take a break when you need It. No need to check In. Just lie back with your feet up and make sure than manservant runs after you! lol. p.s. when you have finished with him, send him my way please!! lol. ;-) Love Pam xx
Hey Lyn, good to see you back xx Such a shame that you have to apologise :( Can't wait to see pics of the new pup and tattoo. Sounds like you had a good sunday planned xx
Jenny
http://journals.aol.co.uk/Jmoqueen/MyLife
Welcome Back. Guess who is back to blogging too :)
hehehehehehehe
SUPRISE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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PIP PIP Cherrio,
~ Christopher ~
I'm glad she got herself a new puppy. I love doggies! It seems like it can be easy to fall into drama here in J-land if you aren't careful. Glad you are back and hope you have a happy week. : )
Allison
glad to see you are back
and you were missed!
emily
I missed out on the drama - which is good. I for one completely understand the need to take a break from time to time. I'm also the kind who wants to fix, mend and heal. When I can't I start to hurt and need to step back a moment or two or more!
I haven't seen American Idol yet this season. I'll have to try and catch some of it. I've heard talk fo the dreadlock kid - can't remember what I've been hearing. I do remember hearing the Aussie was really awesome. I remember that one because someone used that "Awesome Aussie". It stuck and now I want to hear him .. and the dreadlocks kid! :-)
Glad your back!
Monica
I'm baaaack.
: /
So glad your break was short and your patience long!
Missed ya chickadee!
Gillie
the blogosphere is a crazy place.
Don't let negative comments bother you and don't take it personally.
It's your journal. Do what you want.
Have a good day.
sunny
who the hell wrote stuff like that about you eh? Youre the most selfless person i know,jesus you cant say anything on here can you? Hugs zoe xx
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Good morning Camper. lol I really would have missed you.. but didn't know you were gone. Just joking here. lol Wishing you a wonderful week with lots of blessings. Janie
I am sooo behind on reading journals. Sorry it took me so long to get here. I have to say...I don't get it. I did read some things in JLadn with people saying they were trying to write more positive things. Well, shoot, don't talk about it "just do it", is what I say! Lyn, you work, have a childrna and hubby, a house that needs attention. You deserve a break, and you know when you need it.
I hope as long as you and your family are well, it's good. Sometimes we just need a mental health break and /or a change. Mix it up a little, you'll feel better.
(hugs) ~Bethe http://journals.aol.com/sunnybethe/palm-harbor/~
I never knew you were back. . but so glad you are. . missed you so thought I would just check to see. Hope you feel a bit rested. .
There is always drama....LOL But thank goodness most of my blog buddies don't subscribe to it. LOL We seem to get along just fine....Some thrive on it though and it's their world. I usually don't read those blogs....I tend to shrink away from that as it only creates missery and dissention.
I am glad you didn't leave. I know how hurtful comments can be. I am an American Idol addict since the first season. Never missed it. Did you know the man from the Navy from last season who was stationed in Jacksonville was my cousing? Phil Stacey. He finished in the top ten. Our whole family was excited about that. Have a great week.
Nelishia
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