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Good Morning..Cheryl and Dusty..I babysat Jordon last night and didn't get much sleep..His Mom got off work at 2:00 AM and she spent the night..Too late to wake a sleeping child..Jordon was up early...Cheryl,Thanks for your post..Yes I am too busy even for thoughts right now..YIKES..Gotta slow down..Busy time of year..I hope you all have a good day..Hugs Jo

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 Dusty and Jo and Angie and everyone. Hey Dusty, how did you know I was sleeping in?

Hey, Jo - good to hear you are busy doing so many great things. No wonder you haven't got a tree up... sounds like there's no time! Must be very rewarding doing all you're doing because there are so many who can't obtain the necessities of life, let alone extra things for Christmas. Our food banks are maxed out and asking for baby food and diapers as there are many families really struggling to provide for their little ones. We hear about how the recession is getting better but we're a long way off from being "comfortable" so to speak.

With the 2010 Olympics being held here in BC, it seems like that's all the government can think of. Vital programs for the elderly, schools, women's shelters and programs, and many others are affected. It's sickening.

With regard to our homeless persons, they were not allowed to set up tents in parks before and they were being torn down constantly. For those (and there are many) who do not want to go to shelters in the cold weather, doorways and under bushes, etc. was their only alternative. Well... the Supreme Court just declared that they are now able to set up tents in public parks! This will be extremely upsetting to gov't trying to hide the homeless during the Olympics. So, to many, the tents will be their little homes and out of the weather elements to some degree... and they will be safer close together. I think most will encourage one another to keep garbage away and keep areas as clean as possible. It's still hard to imagine how some people prefer to live 'out there' when it's freezing (it's been around -7 degrees celcius here). God bless them and keep them safe. It will also be easier for food and clothing and blankets to get to them.

I am so very grateful for my life (which sometimes is a struggle, but we have so much compared to so many).   

Have a beautiful and blessed day everyone! Love ya all a whole big bunch!

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Hello Cheryl,Good to see you..Not really gonna do much ..Gonna be in a play at my church..helping our local Volunteer Fire Fighters Association get toys..And hand them out..Still doing the food bank..No Christmas Tree..So how are you and are you doing anything special?We did have a cookie exchange at church it was fun with yummy coookies too!

Sending you hugs for a nice day!Jo

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Awesome!! I left a message on the blog. Can you imagine the changes that have been made because of Care2 members?! We come together with our love of Mother Earth, animals, birds, dolphins and whales, and so many injustices. We DO make a difference every time we do our clicks or sign a petition. And we get to meet others who are very much like ourselves.

What more could we ask for??!

Thank you, Care2 - and JoAnna for posting this wonderful news!

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Hi Jo, Dusty, Angie, Deb and anyone else who peeks in here this morning!

We put up our little tree yesterday. We usually try for the first weekend closest to Dec. 1st. And we decorated our front window and the bushes in the front yard as well. Some neighbours started a week ago. It's always fun to bring out the Christmas boxes and discover all the things you forgot were in there!

  I love this time of the year!

What's everyone else doing this weekend?

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Always good to see you, Jo

Here's wishing you and all my American friends...

DID YOU KNOW.... Americans introduced turkey and pumpkin pie to the Canadian Thanksgiving, which was to celebrate the Fall harvest? Thanks, you guys!   

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Dearest Cheryl and friends....I have been so busy here at home and church ..I am sorry..I am posting to you all a very Happy Thanksgiving..I am sorry if I did not make it to your comment area to post my greeting to you~ But know I am keeping you all in my heart..

God Bless you all ..Thank you all for the wonderful greetings...

I hope you have a wonderful Thanks Giving Day!

JoAnna B.

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We had the whole top of the pine tree in our back yard crack and break and fall last night in a bad wind storm. There's about 20 feet of it laying on the ground (thank heavens it didn't fall towards our roof)... it looks so sad! I really love this tree. Good news (have to find something good out of this) is that what's left will live and keep growing.

Hope everyone has a very happy weekend!

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All I can say is !! I feel as though I've just come back from an incredible journey looking at the Hearst Castle.

I got the strangest feelings from looking at the rooms and pools... there's every design there... from Roman, Egyptian, Arabian, to even Viking and King Henry VIII. Pure gold and the best of wood everywhere you look, and his Coat of Arms patterns are imprinted on so many things. I DID love the sounds of the birds, and I imagine the view was spectacular. It's just hard for me to imagine anyone actually living there!   I wonder if someplace in there, there are a few dishes lying in soapy water in the sink like at my place.  

Thanks so much, Jo. It was quite a journey. I sat here for about half an hour taking it all in. The zebra pics are pretty special.

Funny thing is, is that my first husband and I stopped to look at the place from the road (just like in the picture) when we were down there over thirty years ago. We were thinking of taking the tour but we didn't as we were limited for time.

  It was a fascinating trip... the fireplaces and candles were neat to see flickering away!

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Hello friends..Good to see you..Bundle up Cheryl..We are expected to have rain in a few days..Check out my profile page for more fun picutes..Also will share here a few more shots we got in Cambria/Hearst Castle..

Visit Hearst Castle, an architectural wonder designed by Julia Morgan in an era when female architects were few. The Enchanted Castle fulfilled the dream of newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst to build a European style castle filled with fine art atop his favorite mountain on his ranch in San Simeon.  In the Santa Lucia Mountains of California on a hilltop overlooking the Pacific Ocean, craftsmen labored nearly 28 years to create a magnificent estate of 165 rooms, and 127 acres of gardens, terraces, pools, and walkways. Its rooms were furnished with an impressive collection of Spanish and Italian antiques  Its name is La Cuesta Encantada "The Enchanted Hill".

Take: A VITURAL TOUR~ This is pretty cool Click the link..

 http://www.regal360.com/clients/hearst/hearstcastle/index.html

Right below hearst castle is land that belongs to them..By the road next to the ocean we got theses shots..

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Sorry I haven't been able to touch down here for a while... sheesh, if it isn't one thing going on it's another!

Awwwwwww... awesome picture, Jo! You both have big smiles... so cute!   Sugar is one of the luckiest little girls in the world! It sounds like you had a good start to a good year (counting from your birthday ).

Dusty, I'm happy to hear the mold is being taken care of - slow but sure. I also hope you are feeling a lot better than you were a while ago. How are the pets doing, as well? I have a beautiful fae with chimes hanging close to my bedroom window and sometimes the chimes tinkle away when there's no wind. My little protector!

Right now we are having huge wind storms here in BC. I've always loved the wind but these are a little too strong and I surround myself with candles every night expecting the power to go out.

This is what BC has looked like for the last week:  and the rest of the time it's...  so it's been BLEEK! Can't wait to see some .

Have a beautiful day, my friends. I luv ya! 

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Just checking in to say hello..Sending you all lots of hugs..

Sugar Sunshine and JoAnna

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Good afternoon, Thought I would drop by to celebrate my Birthday with you..Dusty good to see you..The sun is out..and it's a nice day! Hi Cheryl..and friends..Was up at 7:27 this Am as I was born on 7:29 took a look in the mirror to reflect on my birth..Got a pain in my butt..betcha thats when the Dr. hit me on the butt to wake me up..Ya think! LOL

I hop[e you all have a nice day..Dusty hope things get better for ya! Hugs Jo

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Very beautiful pix Jo.........you both have light/auras around you .......good thing I think.

We've still  have the mold around us.   I'm sure I could contact those to take actions as far as  the building itself but the new management/service guys are just so on top of things I hate to complain about something  that was not their fault in the first place.   They are getting it done.   My complaint will be with those who did not do their jobs in the first place and caused the issues.   If you love the fae such as I......and I've plenty in my garden, you will love that catalog Cheryl.  I find shells and chimes moved sometimes.....but of course we know that in  FL.....the wind comes around all the time    Blessings to all........JO great to see you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Oh boy, that's gorgeous, my friend! I can almost feel myself going on that drive. Very soul sooooooothing! Great pic of you and Sugar. After seeing these pics I have a very strong urge to hop in the car and go to the ocean. If it wasn't pouring rain I'd probably do that.

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Hi Cheryl how could one not love to surrounded by Mother natures beauty!..Sending you bunches of hugs..Jo

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Good to hear from you, Jo. You sound good and the things you are doing for yourself right now are so good for you... I know you love Mother Nature a lot so that drive near the ocean will feel wonderful! So, once again, I say...

Love, Cheryl

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 Dear Dusty... guess who else loves the fairies and little people?! Must be the Irish in me. I have many little statues in my garden and when the little solar lights in my backyard come on at night, I always feel they are just awakening and it's their time to use the yard and be among the plants, flowers, other tiny forms of life, and trees - like this, for instance:

 Makes me smile just to think about it.  

Dusty, I'm so concerned for you with all that is going on in your life. I don't think meeting that young woman was just a coincidence... there was purpose to it.

I am going to be praying for YOU! Do you suppose the mold has caused your pets the problems they have? It is a nasty, awful thing, and many people are affected without knowing it's in their walls or wherever. You have your hands MORE THAN FULL. I have noticed that there is a very special peace about you and a way of seeing things in a positive light, where others may see no light at all. You are a very special woman in my eyes! My candles will be lit for YOU tonight. A few sit under a statue of a beautiful angel, and as the candle light flickers on her I get an awesome feeling of calm and peace. That's where the candles I light for you tonight will be.

Stay strong my friend. Sometimes when we feel pushed to the edge something happens to rescue us back to safety. I can't believe how many times that has happened in my life, and it will happen in yours too! 

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Thank you Cheryl,

Dad passed away on October 30th..Services will be held October 9th..Thanks to all my friends for thoughts and prayers..JoAnna

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Just want to let people know that JoAnna's father has passed away.

You are being thought of and prayed for by many people, Jo. I'm so sorry for your loss.

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Jo... glad to hear from you. I think of you every day.

What a blessing that he is able to speak and see you and is not medicated to the point where he's unable to do these things. Having gone through this in April, 2008 with my son's dad, there were treasured moments when he was very aware of those around him, especially his beloved son. But most of the time he was medicated beyond being able to do these things. Although he had been quite sick for the previous year, I believe he never really knew he was in the transition, and that he just thought things were being done to make him better, or at least to the 'fighting it off' stage.

Hang in there, hon. At least you are all together for support.

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Cheryl.Thank you..They moved dad out of the hospital last night to a hospice care..he has had no food since Friday.. He is alert and on no meds except ones to keep him out of pain..The family is hanging in there..Jo

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Oh my dear Jo, I am so sorry to hear this! This week will be a very special one that you spend with him. Memories will be made, and they can be good ones even though there will be much sadness.

My prayers and thoughts continue to be with you and your family, Jo.

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Good morning Dusty and Jo. I didn't get a chance to get on computer yesterday.

Jo, I'm glad others are going to be called in to help make some decisions. There are times in life when we certainly need others around the table, so to speak. I know I couldn't have done without the nurses, a social worker for the elderly, and the hospital minister who had known my dad very well before he passed away (he went to help my mom and others at the hospital every day, sometimes twice a day) where my mom was so many years ago.

Yes, I agree... staying busy helps keep you away from just sitting and thinking and feeling sicker.

Thought of you many times yesterday and wondered how things were going, and will continue to do so, my friend. Keep your chin up!

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Morning..Cheryl,I found out last night that my dad was at rehab only 2 hours and was sent back to the hospital.. I think my family is requesting the hospital to have him assessed today..Also I think my sister and Niece will be calling in  someone to help us make the right decisions in dads care..a adavocate..from social services for the elderly ..It has been discussed~Dementia and Sundowners syndrome..

I did not sleep last night and feel very tired today..my stomach feels yucky and I feel off track if ya know what I mean..I got some things to do today that I have to do for the food bank which happens on the 23rd..so can''t lay around!Maybe it is better for me to keep busy..Hugs to all Jo

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Good morning... good to see you Dian!!

Hi Jo. I hope today goes well for you and your dad.

God bless.

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Hi Dian..I really did need that hugs.. Thank you....

I just got a call from my sister and they moved dad to a rehab place..He will be back at the hospital before the weekend you watch..

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Dear Jo, I'm sorry I didn't write sooner... I've been out all day.

My dear friend, all you can do at this time is trust that God knows best, and that you and your Dad and your sister are surrounded by your angels. God has sent them to be with you through difficult, painful times - like now. He is with all of you, and I know that you believe that. Just put your trust in Him that all will unfold as it is supposed to, whether we understand it or not.

I am saying prayers for you, dear one, and I'm sure there are many others doing the same. You all are in God's care right this second and all the seconds to come. 

Much love, your friend Cheryl

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Dad cannot eat again..His diverticulitis's flared up again and the doctors are doing more test..A CT scan and a chest exray to make sure food did not go down in the wrong area.. He also has a pad on his elbow and foot to protect from bed sores..he has red areas.

We now need to wait for results..

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Awwww, Dusty... that's so cute! I love the big cosy bunny slippers. From now on, that's going to be MY story too!!

Jo, I'm glad you're home, but I understand how difficult it must be to leave him. It's really good, though, that your sister is much better and can stay with him. I hope some play time with Sugar girl will make you laugh and relax after such a stressful time. Please keep us posted... we're here for you!

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Awwww, Jo... I'm so happy to hear things are a bit better. You sound more chipper! Thank you for stopping in and letting us know how your Dad's doing because I'm always thinking of you!

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Cheryl, Hello thanks for your post to me..I was with dad all day today..He does not have to have the feeding tube..he was able to have foods with a liquid thicker in them and his food blended..he did real good today compared to the last few days..I am very tired but seen your post to me so wanted to reply..Will chat when I have more time ok..Love ya Jo

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 Awwww, Jo... I'm sending lots of love and prayers for you and your family. This is a very sad time for you, indeed. It's really difficult to have to make some of the decisions you now face... I wouldn't agree to restraints either. If I couldn't stand being tied down, I sure am not going to do that to someone else.

But I have seen restraints that are quite gentle, and used for someone so they won't fall out of bed or wander off.

My heart is with you, Jo. I can only go by my own experience with my mother to imagine what you are feeling. Please let us know, if you can, how things are going. That was awesome that you sang together! You will always remember those moments.

Much love, Cheryl

I believe Angels are very close and surrounding you and your dad and sister with love.

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Morning..I am in Modesto right now..Not good news..Dad is not doing very good..We are waiting for doctors to tell us if dad is a candidate for a feeding tube in the stomace..He cannot swallow as he chocks..it all goes in his windpipe..If not he will have to have it in his nose..It he fights it..he will have to be restrained and we as a family won't agree to that..Then we will have to call in hospice..My heart is sad..Last night at the hospital dad sang "Jesus Loves Me "with me..The family is sad but dad has not been able to eat for a few days because of all the test.. Please keep him and our family in your prayers and thoughts..Thank you JoAnna

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Dearest Jo, I haven't been able to get to computer much lately, so I missed this message from you.

I am so happy your sister is doing better. Great news!

I am continuing to light candle and say prayers for Leigh as I know it's going to take time to heal... in so many ways. I am thankful for the link you provided so that I can do that.

The fellow who came by from the Fire Dept ---- FANASTIC! Doesn't it just warm your heart?! You are doing great work with your church and the food bank, Jo. It's nice to hear about someone really involved this way. God knows, people these days are hurting. On our news on Thanksgiving Day (Monday) it showed the annual special dinner they give at a church in Vancouver. Thousands turned up, and many of the "working poor" were there this year with their children.

Keep up the good work, and I'm so happy things are brighter for you right now. The picture of Jordon is soooo cute,  and he still looks like my son when he was little. I think it's the attitude and "I'm enjoying life" look!  

Dusty... You haven't been posting the Daily OM so I am thinking of you and hoping you are okay.

Love to all

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Hi Cheryl, Dusty,Angie..DianT. and friends..I had Jordon here today and his mom just picked him up..Now time for me to relax a bit..Cheryl, I did get to talk to my older sister and she is doing better then we all thought..This makes me feel so much better..They still don't know why she is having reactions to meds..Anyway tonight I am feeling a bit of relief!I feel like I can breath..

Dusty thank you so much for contacting me on behalf of Leigh..I am looking forward to talking with her..And it was great talking to you as well via phone..

Angie thanks so much for all your links and stuff you post I try to get to as many as I can but not always successful..Right now I do have a lot going on and God is watching over me..

Cheryl I also wanted to let you know that today a member of the volunteer fire dept in my area came by my house to donate a full box of bananas, a case of lettuce and a full box of oranges and also told me he had a $200.00 donation for my food bank..I am so thankful for all ...He also told me after they do their Christmas run for families that request toys for their children they will donate whatever they have left to the children that come to us for food....

Well my friends I do have church tomorrow as well as I have to babysit Jordon too tomorrow night..Hugs to you all and thanks for being my friend!Jo 

Bath time....LOLNight Night...

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Hi Jo! Now your sister is in hospital? Boy, you have your heart and mind full, my friend. I pray she is going to be okay really soon.

Wow... from the pics I can see you have your work cut out for you with that gorgeous little boy! I bet he's a real mover and keeps you on your toes! His sparkle reminds me of my son when he was that age.

I hope you have a good visit with your Dad, Jo. Just remember he's in God's care right now, and will always be... same as us.  It's hard for us to see our parents 'in care' because we remember them as they used to be. God bless. You and your family are always in my prayers. Let us know how it goes when you get back and how your sister is doing.

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Helllo..Well here is is Saturday..hmmm..I don't think I am ready ..Need more coffee..I found out last night that my older sister is in ICU she is the one with the leg injury..She is spiking a temp of 106..I don't know much more then that at this time..Hopefull my stepdad gets moved into a rehab today..He is in so much pain still  from grout and is still having alot of memory loss..My sister said when she went to visit him it was not a good visit..Dave and I will be going down I think on Monday..I have to babysit this weekend..

I hope you all have a good day..Hugs Jo

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Thank you cheryl..Dave has 10 days off from work and we will be going down to see him..I havebeen keeping busy babysitting this is Jordon..

Jordon just got here and I am cooking dinner so gotta go..Keeping you in my heart and thanks so much for the prayers for my dad!

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Jo - I read your update on your Dad. I just want to let you know that I'm always thinking of you and praying for you as you go through these difficult and uncertain days.

With much love,

Cheryl  (((((HUG)))))

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Cheryl keeping you in my prayers..Hope you feel better soon..

In need of prayers again for my stepdad..Please view update at my profile page..

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 Just popping in quickly to say sorry I haven't been around for a couple of days. I've been a bit green around the gills. I hope it's not the H1N1 thingy... don't think so or I'd probably be much sicker.

Hope to be posting and seeing you all soon. Love you all!

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 Good morning, Dusty, Jo, Angie and everyone. It is supposed to be our last day of sunshine before a week of rain, so I'm going to go for a good walk and let the gorgeous autumn leaves fall on my head!

Dusty, that sounds like a WONDERFUL day you have planned! Just the sort of healing and thoughful day many don't give themselves, and should. How much rain do you get in Florida? I always think of Florida as a place in perpetual sun!

I'm trying to change my morning coffee to green tea, but as of yet it's just not the same. Maybe the tea would be better in the afternoon.

 Happy and healthy sunday everyone!  

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HAPPY WEEKEND, everyone. Hope you all have some kind of fun planned.

Thanks, Jo, for popping in. It is great that you take time to drop in and let us know what's happening. You're doing some great work at your church and I'm sure there are many who are benefitting.

Love to all.

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Dusty,Cheryl,Angie..and friends..

As always on the run..Just wanted to stop in real fast to see ya!For all ..Jo

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Good morning to you, too, Dusty... and Angie and Jo and anyone else who drops in! Have a wonderful day and HAPPY AUTUMN!

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Yay.... our Froggie is back!!! So good to see you, Jo. What a great picture! Beautiful place, beautiful lady, beautiful Sugar girl (cute matching outfits). Hope you had a bit of a rest and things are going better.

Visit when you can... we're always happy to see you!!

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Hello Angel  Friends..I am back..I have missed everyone!Dave did get my computer fixed but I also got a new Del laptop as my early birthday present from Dave it came Fed X today.. I am on it right now.. I have alot to do this week with my church food bank and alot to get used to this laptop as well..I will leave my profile open for now but will be in and out of Care2.com and will come in as time allowes..God Bless you all..Love JoAnna

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 Hope you're having a good day too, Dusty and everyone. Still lots of flowers around, but Fall is really coming in fast. Cold mornings! Brrrrrr.

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Catman P.

Thanks to Catman for this very funny video!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bksVT0gdBA

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to dear Dusty and Angie and Melissa and everyone!

We are going to be missing our dear Jo for a while. Her computer needs some work and she's unable to use it. Hopefully she will be able to look in from time to time on some other computer and see how much we miss and love her!

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Hi Jo. It's really nice reading about your day and experiences... except the burn incident! It's amazing how fast something like that can happen!

I wish I could run over there with this aloa vera for you! I am happy to hear that it seems a bit better, though.

Sounds like you and Sugar   are keeping real busy. I hope you don't get too tired, but it kinda sounds like you're having a bit of fun! So happy you checked in. I'm thinking of ya! Take care of YOURSELF too!

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Cheryl..Hello..

Shhhhh Baby sleeping..Oh what a day..Maggie and Jordon were here all day..She did laundry..I made spaghetti and got a 3rd degree water burn on my stomach while draining the water from the noodles..It blistered and skin was already pealing by the time I got my tank top and T shirt away from the skin..It's better now after I put burn cream on it..I really do need to get a alavera plant to keep on hand!Jordon was coming in the kitchen just as I started pouring the water and I looked his way and the Hot boiling water came up over the drain..as I poured..

I will be ok..Well at least my dinner turned out good!

Jordon is fast alsleep..He played with Sugar all day..Also he had no nap today..Well gonna go put on my jammies..Good ioght Rest well..Jo

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Happy tuesday to you too, Jo. I hope you had a great weekend... went too fast though.

Happy babysitting. Hope you have fun!  Rock-a-bye babyeeeeeeeee...

Have a nice evening, everyone.

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Got to babysit tonight all night.. Gonna be a busy day here at home..Hope you all have a good weekend..Hugs JoAnna

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Dian nice to see you..

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It's just so darn good to see you, Dian! Sounds like you're on the go every day. Two jobs and I believe four ? kids... sheesh. I don't know how anybody does that. Great admiration being sent your way!

  I'm still under the weather. (I wonder when that saying came about?) So, I'm kinda off and on C2 as I get moments. Happy weekend, everybody. Hope you all are doing something nice. Absolutely pouring here so it's just as well to be inside.

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I'm more on facebook these days.  With my day job, I can't get into C2 and during my 2 job, it's easy to play mindless games while on the phones.

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Hi Dian and Mick!

Dian, is that a family member in that video with the cute baby wolf?? It's always a pleasure to see you and I hope you're having a great weekend. Haven't had summer yet? That's terrible... but 71 degrees isn't bad for tomorrow. Hope it's a warm and happy one.

Mick, that's the first time I've ever seen anyone's MySpace page. cool! I'm not on that or Facebook... maybe I have a need to not be found! (although two schoolmates did track me down last year).

I'm not around too much today because something is wrong in C2... I can't delete any of my e-mail! I hope whatever it is is fixed soon or I'll never catch up.

Anyone else experiencing probs?

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If I'm not around much,Cheryl,this is where I'm most likely to be .

http://www.myspace.com/mickcave

Thank you,Cheryl.

  cool day here.  We are still waiting for summer here!  Tomorrow it's gonna be 71 degrees as the high.

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   Hi everyone. It's a beautiful morning here in BC. Sorry I wasn't around much yesterday... too many things I had to do that I've been ignoring.

I did get a chance to watch some of the "celebration of life" for Senator Ted Kennedy. It took me back to when President Kennedy was killed. I was only 17, just graduated and in my first real job when the news came through at work. I spent the whole weekend in my room crying in disbelief. Even though I'm not an American, President Kennedy was kind of like a father figure, in that he brought us through the Cuban crisis which was terrible. We really thought the world was going to end (I was in school when that happened) and kids were really scared.

Ted Kennedy had his failings, like all people do, but he certainly worked for change like his brothers, and his family certainly had more than a fair share of tragedy. May he now rest in peace. I can't help but think of the great reunion that must have taken place on the other side!

Hope you all are having a good day. Mick, you are at about 7:00 p.m. right now... had your dinner probably, and looking forward to a nice evening. JoAnna has been busy with her church this weekend and I hope is having a good one.

If anyone hasn't looked at the "Feeling Good Animal Videos" thread, check it out. Some great things on there.

See you later.  Don't forget to do something nice for yourself today!  

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Well, it looks like someone lost their expensive carp! Down the hatch, I say, if you're hungry. lol

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KOI CARP,Cheryl..the type people keep in garden ponds,very expensive ,I hear.

Sheesh... that's the biggest goldfish I've ever seen!

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It's ok,Cheryl..the article is just fine...

Hi ,Dusty ,I didn't see you there..I'm fine ,thank you.

hugs to all xox

Heron catch's fish.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1209704/The-moment-heron-swooped-grabbed-200-koi-carp-lunch.html

I'm back. Whenever I colour text or put action figures in while using IE, it slows down to where I can't type.

Mick, I don't see what there is to delete. I understand what you mean about real personal things in an open group, but you were only sharing something going on in your life that I think anyone whose had or has a pet can relate to. If you would like me to delete it I will. But I thought it was a very human and touching thing to say. Let me know my friend.

We've shared so many things over the years in this group about what was going on in our lives. Sure, one has to be careful to a point, but the happys, the sads, the mads, the highs, the lows, asking for prayers, are all what makes us able to relate in different ways and nod our heads and say, "Yeah, I know what you mean." 

Have a wonderful day and I hope I see you again later. I'm reading a great book about spiritual growth (different than religious growth) and you can see by the way I started the day that the part on stress is working. I need to learn how to deal with it better. I love this author (Elisabeth Lesser). So off I go with my book and coffee outside to sit under a beautiful tree and learn some more good stuff! 

Love all my friends here so very much!

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Oh what a beautiful moooooooornnnning, oh what a beautiful daaaaaaay......

Do ya ever wake up just feeling like that?? I just did. Not only that.... IT'S FRIDAY!

You were up at the crack of dawn I see, Mick. Oh, computer starting to freeze... be back in a minute.

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I shouldn't off put that article about my petrsonal life n a group ,Cheryl...I sometimes forget that I'm sharing with so many strangers..feel free to remove it,in future anythin like that i will send in private...

Hi Dusty! It's wonderful to see you again! I'm getting all sorts of good surprises today.

Mick, Digby obviously has your heart. I love big, cuddly English Sheepdogs! I'm glad you will be spoiling him rotten when he visits you -- I would be doing the same thing. I think it's one of the hardest things in the world to lose a pet. I have grieved terribly for each dog  I've had over the years, but the pain is as big and bad as losing a person you love when it first happens.

But right now you don't have to think about it because you're going to be busy spoiling him and enjoying every minute you have with him.   "For every thing there is a season..." and right now your "season" and Digby's is to love and enjoy one another.

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Hi,Cheryl,yeah ,Digbys my mums dog- i named him after the movie Digby ,biggest dog in the world.he's an olde English sheepdog.I've looked after him every time my mum goes away,he loves here ,he gets away with anything lol...but he was diagnosed with big C 4 months ago,,,he was in pain,but he 's got some pills now,and seems his old happy self again..vet told my mum ,if he's in pain again ,bring him in and they'll put him to sleep..you can tell,he's losing his hair at the back..I'll pick him up on monday and fetch him here..i'll make sure i spoil him rotten

this is isn't Digby,but this what he looks like,and he's daft as a brush and very gentle.

Awwwwww.... I love Tamarins! Look at those beautiful faces!

Hi Jo... I know you're a busy gal this week so it's super you dropped in! Very special. Yes, that croc does look hungry ... great job on that creation. I love it.

Mick, who is Digby? I'm guessing.... is this your mum's dog or cat?

I shall return as soon as I finish backyard work in progress.

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Tamarin baby monkeys

Hi,JoAnna.lovely to see you.I love the croccy lol..but hee  looks hungry .

I'm staying,just on a bit of low .I'm lookin after my mums  on monday..and he's very seriously poorly,and I think this will be last time he'll be visiting...I love havin Digby here,but this time it'll hurt after 12 years

A lovely Red Kite.they're making a comeback in Britain,but the persecutors and farmers etc are un doing a lot of good conservation work

Keeping busy this week..Hugs to you all..MickI am glad to see you here..We don't want you to leave..We love the things you send to us and post to us..

Sending you crazy hugs..SMILE darn it!! JoAnna

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Out of the 67 friends i had when i left ,Cheryl. .i think there's about 7 that i'll give time of day to..I always said about 70 percent of care2 were hypocrites,I was wrong.more like 80 percent.

thanx cheryl x

MICK!!!  I am so very happy happy happy to see you! I have missed you a lot. I tried to think that you were just on holidays and would soon be back. And here you are! Happy day!

 Please post any pictures, start any topics, do whatever you feel like doing here. You have been missed and it's so good to see you!

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This group is now my Care2,I don't need a newsnetwork,petition site,or a friends list.I can get that just within this group...As far as I'm concerned this group is Care2.

Right where was I.

 Good morning... well, for some people. It's 12:30 ish and I've just had breakfast, so it's a brunch.

Those are so funny, Jo. I don't think there are many people who don't get some wierd satisfaction from popping those bubbles! My son used to pop them all before I had a chance to save them for wrapping things in.

So... I sent him these links and he can pop to his heart's delight! But now I have a craving for air-popped popcorn!

Hope I catch ya next time and that you're having a good day! And thanks for the funny things. There is no age limit on these things!  At least for the young-at-heart! A

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Cheryl..I will check back in later..

Have a nice day..Hugs JoAnna

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 I have it sitting on my computer when I am on line..Sometimes she will blink ..I like it!

http://www.sillyrabbit.millsberry.com/bowling/?  WT.mc_id=dcsdinmb1k1afxtdfwl1bwnc7_3e4p

Have you ever got ahold of a sheet of bubble wrap and just squeezed the heck out of it causing the little plastic bubble to pop only to see when you are done that all you had left was a peice of delapeted limp plastic..Well here ya go.. none endless bubbles to pop..Have fun!

1.http://www.urban75.com/Mag/bubble.html

2.http://www.andyfoulds.co.uk/amusement/therapy.htm

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That is soooooo funneeeeeee! Even her nostrils flare! I wonder how that is made!! It's really cool. Maybe my life isn't what it should be because I played with the face for 10 mins.!

Boy, I just missed ya Jo. You were here only 1/2 hr. ago.

I can always tell when you are in a fabulously funny mood, and I can see you are in one today! Wonderful... and it's a monday and everything.

Good night sweet friend. Enjoy every minute of your evening cuz somewhere out there, there are wonderful things happening (not just the bad stuff).

  Jo, and anyone else who peeks in here tonight! You too Mick if you're out there! Hope you come back soon.

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..Cheking in to say Hi Hope you all have a restful evening..

Click the link  below Click  and roll your mouse over the face..

InterFace
Good night and sweet Dreams..

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Ok so it is almost afternoon my days have been kinda a blurr..Keeping my self busy with home life and church..

I have not talked to my family yet or got any updates as to if he is still in the hospital  or if he got sent to yet another rehab ..Hope to hear from them later today..

Sending you lots of hugs Cheryl~JoAnna

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I'll be thinking of your Dad and you and your family, Jo. These experiences in our lives with our loved ones can sometimes feel like we're sitting on a yo-yo. It reminds us to appreciate everything we can moment to moment, every day. My prayers and thoughts are with you, dear friend.

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I hope things work out for Ginger..

Cheryl, My dad is back in the hospital..Just wanted you to know..Hugs Jo

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The beautiful, slurpy pitbull, Ginger, (in the youtube video below) is going to a foster home with a beautiful woman who is going to train her. Apparently Ginger was found as a stray, tied to a post and they figure neglected in many ways. She wants to be loved so badly but is hard to handle (as per video). Soooooo.... she's going to be trained and calmed down, and shown she doesn't have to put out all that energy to be loved.

SPCA woman is hoping this foster mom will fall in love with her (as many foster parents do) and keep her. Calls apparently still coming in from all over the place for her.

Good luck and happy life dear Ginger!

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Somewhere on one of these threads (maybe it wasn't even in this group ) I wrote last week that I went to one of our local SPCA's to see the cats and dogs.  Here is a youtube video of our news the day before that made me go. I did see GINGER and THUNDER, and apparently there were calls coming in from Connecticut and other places in the States and across Canada to adopt this slurpy, lovey dog.  Listen to the people laughing in the background; even our weather lady couldn't get a hold of herself!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDpEyuWVVQ4

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P.S. Geez, I hope your computer doesn't die; maybe it just needs a good night's sleep!

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Good night dear Jo, and everyone.  Had busy day and haven't been able to be on computer much at all. So I too am going to bed, with a snack, a cup of tea, and will watch So You Think You Can Dance Canada.

  <-------- I remember when I snagged this from you, Jo. Yep, I did! I'm so baaaad.

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Hi..Computer keeps locking up..I think my computer is gonna DIE.. Sending ya good night hugs and thoughts..JoAnna

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Yep, ya made me smile!

 Me thinks it's gonna be a good day all around!

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Yikes...

Whatz ya running from Kitty..

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Hi Jo! You know, I love arranging a day now and then to just stay in my pj's, drink coffee, do computer things, etc., especially rainy days. So I know what you mean.

It sounds like a relaxing day, and I'm glad you're doing that for yourself. It's soooooo gooooood for ya! I'm happy you left a note cuz I haven't been on computer much today and this caught my eye. Love ya, my friend! 

P.S. I went to local SPCA today to play with cats and talk to dogs. They need it... and I think I do too!

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Hi Cheryl, dropping by to see ya..Not doing much today..Trying to keep myself busy..Gotta say here it is 2:01 and I am still not dressed..Just been adding some graphics to a few groups..Don't really feel like doing much..I just wanted to let you know my dear friend that you are in my heart..Thanks so much for your support and being such a great friend..Hugs Jo

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This is so beautiful, Jo!  I love how you make these beautiful things!

At least we know that Sam's life energy has gone back home, and he no longer suffers.

  Rest in peace, little Sam.

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Hi Cheryl,I just wanted to put my memorial in here for Sam..Freel free to save it  and repost ok..Keeping all animals in my prayers..

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Me too, Jo. Such wonderful people did their best to save him and they are probably very sad too. So many animals must have perished, just as so many now have perished or are hurt in the raging fires we are having in BC. It hurts so much to think of them.

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I am very sad to hear about Sam the Kaola...

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THANK YOU, JO, for info. re outage and work on site. I might have thought it was my computer.

I shall plan to do other things for at least that hour.

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Okay... I'll go look for one. Good idea! If I find one I'll come and post it in the S.I.R. group.

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Cheryl looking for a Koala web cam.. HELP..

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FYI..

Alert: Planned Site Outage Tonight: Tue. July 28th, 9pm-Midnight PST

Christo S.

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I checked mail! Thank you muchly!

If picture is out of focus then my eyes must be bad because it looks just fine to me!

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Hi Cheryl..Thank you..Good to see ya!Glad you liked the picture..I just seen how our of focused it was LOL..Sending you hugs my friend..JO

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What a beauty, Jo! Great pic of you! I'm glad the food bank went well, and also glad you had a good time at Fisherman's Wharf. We have a Fisherman's Wharf too... and maybe there are thousands of them throughout the world. Such a popular name! But we find fish or fisherman or fish and chips at them all no doubt!

I'm so happy you dropped in to leave this. Thank you!

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Hello Friends..Checking in with you..The food bank on Friday was a success and today was a very nice day too..Dave and I went to lunch then took Sugar Sunshine to Fishermans warf here in Monterey CA..You should of seen all the jelly fish in the ocean it was so cool..Sorry I forgot the camera..

But Dave took this one this morning before I went to church..

Cheryl..That picture is so funny..

Mick..You just take care of yourself and come in whenever ya can..

Ok it is getting late and time for me to say goodnight..

Hugs Jo

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You've been pretty busy, Mick... all those wonderful things you've been putting out... very unique and interesting, I must say!

I just couldn't resist putting something on this wonderful picture! Did this ever happen to you when you were a kid? It did to me. And then there's Alfred Hitchcock's "The Birds." lol.

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Lovely to see you ,Angie x..and all the new members.

I've had a tipsy topsy turvey week so far,my apologies if I haven't been around much.As long as everybodys happy.

I promise to visit your group as well ,soon..Jo Ann

It's a dogs life  ------------ mines just PURR - fect

Oops, how did I miss this message from you, Jo!

You sound really busy these days. Hope your food bank is successful! Great work, Jo.

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Dropping by to say welcome to the new members..Good to see you here..I am keeping busy with things here at home..Getting ready for our church food bank on Friday..It is about 60 here in Marina CA. with a slight wind..I hope you all have a nice day ..Hugs JoAnna

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Hi Dana and Angie! It's good to see you!

Hi Jo and Mick... it's also good to see you two. Have been off C2 for a couple of days so it's really nice to come back and see you've been here.

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Hi everyone...thank you for the invite xx

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Thank you all,and lovely to see you Dana

Hi Mick & Cheryl - Thanks again for the invite.
Dana

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OK Jo. Take care. I'm going to be outta here pretty soon too.
 

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I am hiding my profile untill my computer gets fixed if ever I love ya all..JoAnna

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Hey Dian and Jo! I'm finally letting you know what I really look like!

It's so nice to hear from you guys! I love that ice cream smilie!

Stay happy and healthy, and thanks for checking in to let me know how you are and what you're doing!

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working at home on the auto-dialer today so in and out mostly but wanted to check in since I can.  Warmer weather is nice

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Good morning! Got to get out for a jog early because it's going to be terribly hot today!
So, Jo... now I was here and you were gone! Hope to see you today! Have a good one.

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I was here and you were gone.....

Now you are here and I am gone....

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GOOD MORNING!
There's nothing so great to start off a day as looking out your window and seeing the sun coming up! Just feel so darn good.  It's going to be a super day and I wish the same for ya'll.

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Hi Jo. Don't feel bad... I mentioned on one of the threads that I tried again and there were the "Preview" and "Save" buttons right in front of me. Boy, did I feel stupid to myself!

Thanks for leaving me a message. We all need to take time out to sort things out at times.  I'm thinking of you and sending prayers, thoughts and hugs!

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Dave did fine my graphics on my hard drive in a temp folder so now the hard task of saving them all to Cd's ..My computer still has a few issues so I too will be away for awhile also a few problems at home..I am ok just need some time to work on a few things..Be back when I can JoAnna

Cheryl, I forgot what we were discussion below..Sorry

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Hi Jo.  I can't believe I forgot this! I must be getting dementia or something.

I went into "edit" then made a change, and all of a sudden I completely forgot/couldn't find where I go to save the changes... I can't see the "Summit" you mention.

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Cheryl did you find the "Summit button" I am sorry I habve been dealing with family issues and have noit been here..Jo

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Check out good news re on the "Good News Only" thread.  It's been a long time coming but we're getting there!

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P.S. I just LOVE the mayday pole dance!!

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for you, Jo! I'm always so happy to see you when you get the chance.  Nice to have people to share with.

Right now... I have a problem.  It's driving me crazy that I can't find the "save" button after you change something on your profile page.  It's amazing how much one can forget things when you haven't done them for a while. I feel so Any assistance would be dearly appreciated!

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 Ya know I am so happy to be able to come in when I can because I always know I will get to see you and all the Eagles.

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Hi Cheryl..How ya doing?

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Hi there Jo!  

  Real good to see you! I'm still taking pics and things so that you'll be able to see what's happened and happening.  I just happen to be fortunate enough to have quite a bit of spare time right now, which certainly is unusual from hardly being able to come to Care2 at all.

Enjoy your weekend and I'll be happy to see you next time you can pop in.

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IT'S FRIDAY! Have a beautiful day!

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Sweet dreams friends.  Hope to see you tomorrow.

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 ... Judi, JoAnna and Dian.

Dian and Jo! It's almost a year's anniversary, Dian, for you're quitting smoking.. and you're 5th or 6th day anniversary Jo.  I'm so proud of you both.  I have quit and relapsed so many times I can't remember them all!  I would dearly love to quit for the obvious money and health reasons.  I need to set my mind for a date and time really soon!

I'm glad to hear your Dad is doing better Jo.  There's a great book I just finished reading called Broken Open by Elizabeth Lesser.  It's spiritual - not religious.  It is about how life's crises and challenges can help us grow.  It's made me look at things in a totally different way and I'm a stronger person since reading it.

At least Sugar is going to be ok and that certainly is the bright side!  Hang in there little .

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Jo on no smoking.  I quit May 4th last year.  It's been almost a year for me......  I'm behind you, you can do it!

Cheryl popping in before bedtime!

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Hello friends..I am sorry things are keeping me away from Care2.com..Dad is still in the care center rehab..I was told today he was doing good..He was cheerful and said he would stay there until they let him go..He tried to leave yesterday from the center and family had to intervene..He needs to get strong so he can take care of himself ..

Took Sugar Sunshine to vet as she was sliding down the slide and ripped off her nail..She is on pain meds and antibiotics and foot soaks ..I am tired and a bit stress as I have not smoked  for 5 days..I can't remember who I have posted to or what groups I have said anything too..So I guess I need more time to rest!

I miss you all..Jo

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And may this be the start of a happy week!

Call it a clan, call it a network, call it a tribe, call it a family. Whatever you call it, whoever you are, you need one.
-Jane Howard

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Ladies I wish you a beautiful day (doesn't have to be sunny) that is filled with your own inner .

"Did you ever see an unhappy horse? Did you ever see a bird that had the blues? One reason why birds and horses are not unhappy is because they are not trying to impress other birds and horses." -- Dale Carnegie

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You're welcome, JoAnna.  I love that picture!!

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Thank you Cheryl! You're the best! 

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Brand new start... let's fill it up!

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