MIA Recap

Because I've been MIA for awhile I thought I do a recap/catch up if you will on what's new or changed or upset me yea, there's some of that too!

~ Been doing a lot of consolidating and painting. Let's say it's been interesting and fun, being that I'd never painted the interior before.
~ Buddah has scored another pet stepper, poor guy's pushing 14 this year!
~ I broke my one and only portable CD/MP3 player and I am totally bummed about it. I use my iPod and Muvo a lot but I still need a CD player, especially when it comes to reviewing mixed CDs.
~ I've lost Boo to Bejeweled. Yep, Boo's been glued to the computer playing away and I'm sick of the jewels on the screen. I swear I'm uninstalling the damn thing! ;-P
~ Alas, I cannot get the HP Scanner that my neighbor gave me to work. I've tried it on three computers (two XP and one Windows ME) to no avail. I'm frustrated as can be and my neighbor swears she had it working on both OSs.
~ Boo may have to increase my cell plan to allow for more photos and SMSs. Hmmmm, Bejeweled may be a blessing....
~ I had no idea how expensive new drapes can be. Just about made some hair fall out.
~ The den has a new set up and I'm slowly adjusting to it. One not so good thing...I've been watching the TV and it's a huge time waster.
~ We're keeping the DSL connection and disconnecting the cable internet in three weeks. I'll miss it, but the cost compared to DSL is a no brainer.
~ Our cars are running great after we finally tuned them up and changed the oil. Funny how that does wonders.
~ I've been so preoccupied with other things that I'm two weeks behind in my podcasts.
~ I'm still hoping to buy a special someone's scooter, especially since it's just sitting in her cousin's garage. I'd love to tool around town on it!
~ I finally reformatted an old desktop computer with a CDRW add on and donated it to the Women's Shelter this morning. They seemed very pleased and it felt great to give it to such a worthy cause. Many of the women are victims of domestic violence and trying to get back on their feet again.

MIA Recap

Because I've been MIA for awhile I thought I do a recap/catch up if you will on what's new or changed or upset me yea, there's some of that too!

~ Been doing a lot of consolidating and painting. Let's say it's been interesting and fun, being that I'd never painted the interior before.
~ Buddah has scored another pet stepper, poor guy's pushing 14 this year!
~ I broke my one and only portable CD/MP3 player and I am totally bummed about it. I use my iPod and Muvo a lot but I still need a CD player, especially when it comes to reviewing mixed CDs.
~ I've lost Boo to Bejeweled. Yep, Boo's been glued to the computer playing away and I'm sick of the jewels on the screen. I swear I'm uninstalling the damn thing! ;-P
~ Alas, I cannot get the HP Scanner that my neighbor gave me to work. I've tried it on three computers (two XP and one Windows ME) to no avail. I'm frustrated as can be and my neighbor swears she had it working on both OSs.
~ Boo may have to increase my cell plan to allow for more photos and SMSs. Hmmmm, Bejeweled may be a blessing....
~ I had no idea how expensive new drapes can be. Just about made some hair fall out.
~ The den has a new set up and I'm slowly adjusting to it. One not so good thing...I've been watching the TV and it's a huge time waster.
~ We're keeping the DSL connection and disconnecting the cable internet in three weeks. I'll miss it, but the cost compared to DSL is a no brainer.
~ Our cars are running great after we finally tuned them up and changed the oil. Funny how that does wonders.
~ I've been so preoccupied with other things that I'm two weeks behind in my podcasts.
~ I'm still hoping to buy a special someone's scooter, especially since it's just sitting in her cousin's garage. I'd love to tool around town on it!
~ I finally reformatted an old desktop computer with a CDRW add on and donated it to the Women's Shelter this morning. They seemed very pleased and it felt great to give it to such a worthy cause. Many of the women are victims of domestic violence and trying to get back on their feet again.

Take Me Back Tuesday
Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer in the US....so let's think summer!

What's your favorite way to listen to music on a hot summer day? Listening to music on a great of speakers as I sit outside sipping a margarita, pina colada, iced tea or lemonade with the odor of the BBQ grill nearby.

Do you have any music that you like to listen to more in the summer than any other time of the year? Definitely lots of rock and roll, a smattering of sixties Beach Boys, Jan & Dean and Motown tunes and a mad dash of disco!!!

Do you see more concerts in the summer? And if so what type of venues do you prefer to see those shows? Summer is definitely concert season and I look forward to summer because of the live music and plenty of free live music at local parks and county fairs. My favorite venues are outdoor venues (i.e. Hollywood Bowl, Greek Theater, Starlight Amphitheater, etc.).

Take Me Back Tuesday
Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer in the US....so let's think summer!

What's your favorite way to listen to music on a hot summer day? Listening to music on a great of speakers as I sit outside sipping a margarita, pina colada, iced tea or lemonade with the odor of the BBQ grill nearby.

Do you have any music that you like to listen to more in the summer than any other time of the year? Definitely lots of rock and roll, a smattering of sixties Beach Boys, Jan & Dean and Motown tunes and a mad dash of disco!!!

Do you see more concerts in the summer? And if so what type of venues do you prefer to see those shows? Summer is definitely concert season and I look forward to summer because of the live music and plenty of free live music at local parks and county fairs. My favorite venues are outdoor venues (i.e. Hollywood Bowl, Greek Theater, Starlight Amphitheater, etc.).

Red

Don't know if it's because I've been so busy and am resentful of lack of time and space for blogging or if it's because I'm on fire to complete projects. Either way, red objects have been capturing my eye and this Mini Cooper was eye candy.

There can be no doubt that this car's owner loves his/her baby. She's polished, as well as primed and detailed. Gorgeous car in the heart of car country...Los Angeles!

Take Me Back Tuesday
A different twist on the meme this week....

What has been the best year for you musically? (meaning..lots of great albums...concerts...etc) And tell us why it was. As far as recently, it's 2004 because that's when I saw Madonna, Simon & Garfunkel, Santana and others. It was a year of awesome music, fantastic performances and good seating with most concerts at my favorite venue The Hollywood Bowl.

What album evokes the most memories for you? Santana's Supernatural because there was so much going and Boo and I had the best time at their concert. This was truly a magical night! ;0

Are there any songs that make you think of something or someone? Oh god, how about artists and any song they perform? The Beach Boys and The Beatles are Boo. The Rolling Stones and Tom Jones my mom. Al Green and El Chicano my sister Alice.

Take Me Back Tuesday
A different twist on the meme this week....

What has been the best year for you musically? (meaning..lots of great albums...concerts...etc) And tell us why it was. As far as recently, it's 2004 because that's when I saw Madonna, Simon & Garfunkel, Santana and others. It was a year of awesome music, fantastic performances and good seating with most concerts at my favorite venue The Hollywood Bowl.

What album evokes the most memories for you? Santana's Supernatural because there was so much going and Boo and I had the best time at their concert. This was truly a magical night! ;0

Are there any songs that make you think of something or someone? Oh god, how about artists and any song they perform? The Beach Boys and The Beatles are Boo. The Rolling Stones and Tom Jones my mom. Al Green and El Chicano my sister Alice.

Long Beach's Pride Month



Five Great Things about So. Cal.
~ Palm trees
~ Open air shopping and dining
~ A coast that can't be beat!
~ Diversity
~ Gorgeous weather

Women's Interest and Buying Power


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Gotta Love Maxine

Gotta Love Maxine

Poodle clock

No one I knew while growing up ever owned a clock like this. I do remember seeing something similar in The Donna Reed Show, Father Knows Best or Leave it to Beaver. My sisters watched those programs and I always wondered why since they seemed very boring to me!

Ten on Tuesday
10 Things You Do Every Day

~ Talk to and hug/kiss Boo & Buddah
~ Listen to an MP3 player (whether Muvo or iPod)
~ Brush my teeth/shower
~ Use a computer (whether for work or home)
~ Blog
~ Play music!
~ Drive
~ Laugh about a joke/chisme/email forward/news story
~ Pray and read the Bible
~ Sit outside and get fresh air!

Ten on Tuesday
10 Things You Do Every Day

~ Talk to and hug/kiss Boo & Buddah
~ Listen to an MP3 player (whether Muvo or iPod)
~ Brush my teeth/shower
~ Use a computer (whether for work or home)
~ Blog
~ Play music!
~ Drive
~ Laugh about a joke/chisme/email forward/news story
~ Pray and read the Bible
~ Sit outside and get fresh air!

Random Ten
10 songs that sum up your weekend...or were on your weekend playlist...and one picture that relates back. (oh, and if you feel like it, tell us why you picked the songs you did)

It was another indie artist weekend and I'm glad. Sometimes I tire of the mainstream music that I own and need a change. Some funk mixed with rock fused with Reggae, nothing wrong with that except that the audience for it is probably pretty small. This means no beaucoup bucks for the artist since they're not in the music industry's eye, which is a good thing because peeps like me come along, find it, give it a listen and appreciate the artist's work for what it is, not because it has the potential to sell a million CDs.

~ Adrina Thorpe Fly
~ The Muffs A Little Luxury
~ Joe Strummer Mega Bottle Ride
~ Chance Say What You Will
~ Brain Buckit Let The Boogie Loose
~ Munk Podpeople
~ Mince Meat Dangerdoom
~ Josh Cruise Mash it Up
~ Jimmie Bratcher Restless for the Sun
~ Robin Stine Daydream

Random Ten
10 songs that sum up your weekend...or were on your weekend playlist...and one picture that relates back. (oh, and if you feel like it, tell us why you picked the songs you did)

It was another indie artist weekend and I'm glad. Sometimes I tire of the mainstream music that I own and need a change. Some funk mixed with rock fused with Reggae, nothing wrong with that except that the audience for it is probably pretty small. This means no beaucoup bucks for the artist since they're not in the music industry's eye, which is a good thing because peeps like me come along, find it, give it a listen and appreciate the artist's work for what it is, not because it has the potential to sell a million CDs.

~ Adrina Thorpe Fly
~ The Muffs A Little Luxury
~ Joe Strummer Mega Bottle Ride
~ Chance Say What You Will
~ Brain Buckit Let The Boogie Loose
~ Munk Podpeople
~ Mince Meat Dangerdoom
~ Josh Cruise Mash it Up
~ Jimmie Bratcher Restless for the Sun
~ Robin Stine Daydream

A Day in My Life

The sights and goings on of Long Beach, California. A Haute Dog contest, iced coffee drinks, glorious weather and clean air - what's not to like? LOL

A Day in My Life

The sights and goings on of Long Beach, California. A Haute Dog contest, iced coffee drinks, glorious weather and clean air - what's not to like? LOL

Beauty or Beast?

At first glance this truck looks average and very unassuming, but then...

...you see the front and realize this truck's butt ugly! LOL

L.A.'s Car Culture


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Living with War

I've been listening to Neil Young's latest release Living with War and his lyrics just leave me speechless. This is an album that I can stand behind and give my support. You can hear it in its entirety here, have the volume turned up as the music begins immediately.

Living with War

I've been listening to Neil Young's latest release Living with War and his lyrics just leave me speechless. This is an album that I can stand behind and give my support. You can hear it in its entirety here, have the volume turned up as the music begins immediately.

Feline Thursday

Proper identification can save our cat's life, a name tag is a must. When traveling, find something with the name of the motel written on it and attach it to the cat's collar.

Buddah doesn't travel much, he remains home and has someone come to the house and care for him. I can't imagine what could be worse than losing your beloved fur companion in a foreign town. Our boy will not wear a collar so there's nothing to attach a tag to. He does have a microchip. If only we'd had one in Little Girl. :-(

Feline Thursday

Proper identification can save our cat's life, a name tag is a must. When traveling, find something with the name of the motel written on it and attach it to the cat's collar.

Buddah doesn't travel much, he remains home and has someone come to the house and care for him. I can't imagine what could be worse than losing your beloved fur companion in a foreign town. Our boy will not wear a collar so there's nothing to attach a tag to. He does have a microchip. If only we'd had one in Little Girl. :-(

Ahhh, it's warm!

It's been in the 80s all week and finally there's sunshine most of the day and heat, sweet humid heat!

Three good things about today:

Sunshine
Playing with Buddah
Relaxing

DSL or Cable?

Our DSL service is about to expire the end of May and the company's notified us that it's increasing it by $20 monthly, that's a nice chunk of money. Additionally, the free cable internet we've used since December 2005 will expire in June, so I need to scout around and see which company offers the fastest service at the lowest cost.

I still believe cable offers the fastest service in my area and it's what I'd prefer to keep. Traditonally, it's also been more expensive, so we'll see how badly they wish to convert us to paying customers!

I do believe that the DSL provider can be persuaded to either leave our price at the current rate or possibly reduce it $3.00, as they have an ongoing promotion for new customers and it's $3.00 less than what I'm presently paying.

One thing's for sure....folks were right, there is no going back to dial up! I'm presently driving a lot less due to high gas prices and if I have to, I'll slim the gas budget further to pay the increase in broadband! I'll keep you posted.

DSL or Cable?

Our DSL service is about to expire the end of May and the company's notified us that it's increasing it by $20 monthly, that's a nice chunk of money. Additionally, the free cable internet we've used since December 2005 will expire in June, so I need to scout around and see which company offers the fastest service at the lowest cost.

I still believe cable offers the fastest service in my area and it's what I'd prefer to keep. Traditonally, it's also been more expensive, so we'll see how badly they wish to convert us to paying customers!

I do believe that the DSL provider can be persuaded to either leave our price at the current rate or possibly reduce it $3.00, as they have an ongoing promotion for new customers and it's $3.00 less than what I'm presently paying.

One thing's for sure....folks were right, there is no going back to dial up! I'm presently driving a lot less due to high gas prices and if I have to, I'll slim the gas budget further to pay the increase in broadband! I'll keep you posted.

Ten on Tuesday
10 things that remind you of your mother

~ Jams and jellies mom so enjoys a slice of toast with her favorite jam/jelly.
~ Coffee mom must have a cup first thing in the morning or else! LOL Fresh brewed coffee always reminds me of my mom.
~ Cliches mom's come up with a few gems of her own. All mothers enjoy feeding their children when they visit and one of mom's favorites when everyone's courteously declining: "We have to eat, don't we?"
~ Gardening because mom finds it an enjoyable and meditative experience.
~ Mail order catalogs because my mom easily receives ten new ones weekly.
~ Ice cream because mom has a sweet tooth that knows no end! LOL Ice cream also happens to be my favorite dessert. I wonder why?
~ I don't know the name of the perfume but when mom wears it I know before entering her house.
~ Sharing because my mom shares everything, even if it means that she will not have enough for her. Mom's a very giving person and that's a wonderful lesson to impart on your child.
~ The Rolling Stones mom likes the Stones a lot and they're one of the few bands she plays on her stereo today.
~ Musical performances on TV, especially dancing, mom loves watching and listening to music performed live.

Ten on Tuesday
10 things that remind you of your mother

~ Jams and jellies mom so enjoys a slice of toast with her favorite jam/jelly.
~ Coffee mom must have a cup first thing in the morning or else! LOL Fresh brewed coffee always reminds me of my mom.
~ Cliches mom's come up with a few gems of her own. All mothers enjoy feeding their children when they visit and one of mom's favorites when everyone's courteously declining: "We have to eat, don't we?"
~ Gardening because mom finds it an enjoyable and meditative experience.
~ Mail order catalogs because my mom easily receives ten new ones weekly.
~ Ice cream because mom has a sweet tooth that knows no end! LOL Ice cream also happens to be my favorite dessert. I wonder why?
~ I don't know the name of the perfume but when mom wears it I know before entering her house.
~ Sharing because my mom shares everything, even if it means that she will not have enough for her. Mom's a very giving person and that's a wonderful lesson to impart on your child.
~ The Rolling Stones mom likes the Stones a lot and they're one of the few bands she plays on her stereo today.
~ Musical performances on TV, especially dancing, mom loves watching and listening to music performed live.

Take Me Back Tuesday
Lessons. We've all learned something.

Name three songs that remind you of a lesson you've learned.
Doobie Bros. What a Fool Believes
Paul McCartney & Wings Band on the Run
Chicago Color My World

Bonus Billie Joel Big Shot

Name three artists that have taught you something. (And yes it can be as irreverant as not waving your wang at an undercover policemen in an LA park bathroom).

Elton John it's never good to gorge oneself like a pig; whether it's with food, drugs/alcohol or money.

David Lee Roth don't buy into your own hype. You're on top today and history tomorrow or maybe later the same day!

Liza Minnelli history does indeed repeat itself. Some folks never learn.

Name three albums that remind you of something that you have learned or should learn.

Enigma MCMXC A.D.
Enya Shepherd Moons
Basia London Warsaw New York

Take Me Back Tuesday
Lessons. We've all learned something.

Name three songs that remind you of a lesson you've learned.
Doobie Bros. What a Fool Believes
Paul McCartney & Wings Band on the Run
Chicago Color My World

Bonus Billie Joel Big Shot

Name three artists that have taught you something. (And yes it can be as irreverant as not waving your wang at an undercover policemen in an LA park bathroom).

Elton John it's never good to gorge oneself like a pig; whether it's with food, drugs/alcohol or money.

David Lee Roth don't buy into your own hype. You're on top today and history tomorrow or maybe later the same day!

Liza Minnelli history does indeed repeat itself. Some folks never learn.

Name three albums that remind you of something that you have learned or should learn.

Enigma MCMXC A.D.
Enya Shepherd Moons
Basia London Warsaw New York

PDA Games

Having enjoyable and challenging games on a PDA can be a huge productivity loss. Word Wiggle is a game that I play daily and learn something new each time. I love word games and this one gives me a run for the money! LOL

CSNY Tix

That's Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young for the uninitiated or too young. Yes, they're reuniting at the Hollywood Bowl in July and we have our tickets. I am so excited that:

They're together again
Neil Young has a new album (it's quite political)
They're performing at my favorite venue
The night may be warm by then
Boo is looking so forward to this concert

CSNY Tix

That's Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young for the uninitiated or too young. Yes, they're reuniting at the Hollywood Bowl in July and we have our tickets. I am so excited that:

They're together again
Neil Young has a new album (it's quite political)
They're performing at my favorite venue
The night may be warm by then
Boo is looking so forward to this concert

Moustache Tattoo?

Moustache Tattoo?

A Day in My Life

The top photo's of Gerlach's, a liquor type store that I've passed by a thousand times and yet, never noticed that they have a very small take out business on the side. They serve salmon, kabob, fish n chips, sandwiches, turkey burgers, etc. We ordered Koobidei and it was very tasty and more than enough for two. The meat was spiced to perfection and so tender. It's always fun to discover something new in your "backyard" and expand your horizons!

A Day in My Life

The top photo's of Gerlach's, a liquor type store that I've passed by a thousand times and yet, never noticed that they have a very small take out business on the side. They serve salmon, kabob, fish n chips, sandwiches, turkey burgers, etc. We ordered Koobidei and it was very tasty and more than enough for two. The meat was spiced to perfection and so tender. It's always fun to discover something new in your "backyard" and expand your horizons!

Market Basket Doughboy
I first heard this new story on Friday afternoon on one channel. Intrigued and thoroughly appreciative of the kidnappers good sense of humor and fun, I set out to locate the news story and video. This comes courtesy of Boston's Channel 2 News and I think everyone will get a good chuckle out of it! LOL

The four-foot tall, Styrofoam Pillsbury Doughboy has been apart of the New Hampshire store for 20 years.

Doughboy Found!
Kidnappers Take Doughboy On Wild Ride

(CBS4) PLAISTOW, NH According to the manager of the Market Basket in Plaistow, New Hampshire, their doughboy mascot has returned home � just in time for the store�s final day.

The four-foot tall, Styrofoam Pillsbury Doughboy, which has been apart of the New Hampshire store for 20 years, was found fishing off a pier in Haverhill by a department of public works employee.

The beloved statue went missing last month. The captors claim to be loyal customers of the Market Basket trying to stop the store in Stateline Plaza from shutting down.

It is still unclear how statue was snatched, but it is very clear he has been on quite an adventure. The captors have been chronicling his plight in a series of photos and notes detailing the doughboy�s daily doings.

In the first note, mailed from Manchester, the captors wrote: �If you close the store, the Pillsbury Doughboy will be baked.� The accompanying picture showed the mascot wearing a blindfold.

The photos arrived every couple of days. The Doughboy started looking for a new job, first at Dairy Queen, then Winnekenni Castle in Haverhill, at a local fire station, and even Skip�s Hamburgers. Unable to find new employment, the Doughboy hit a low point; he started drinking and taking in shows at a local strip club.

A more recent photo showed the Doughboy at Hampton Beach and Canobie Lake Park. The notes have all been mailed from different places, typed in different font sizes, style, and colors.

(© MMVI, CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved.)

Market Basket Doughboy
I first heard this new story on Friday afternoon on one channel. Intrigued and thoroughly appreciative of the kidnappers good sense of humor and fun, I set out to locate the news story and video. This comes courtesy of Boston's Channel 2 News and I think everyone will get a good chuckle out of it! LOL

The four-foot tall, Styrofoam Pillsbury Doughboy has been apart of the New Hampshire store for 20 years.

Doughboy Found!
Kidnappers Take Doughboy On Wild Ride

(CBS4) PLAISTOW, NH According to the manager of the Market Basket in Plaistow, New Hampshire, their doughboy mascot has returned home � just in time for the store�s final day.

The four-foot tall, Styrofoam Pillsbury Doughboy, which has been apart of the New Hampshire store for 20 years, was found fishing off a pier in Haverhill by a department of public works employee.

The beloved statue went missing last month. The captors claim to be loyal customers of the Market Basket trying to stop the store in Stateline Plaza from shutting down.

It is still unclear how statue was snatched, but it is very clear he has been on quite an adventure. The captors have been chronicling his plight in a series of photos and notes detailing the doughboy�s daily doings.

In the first note, mailed from Manchester, the captors wrote: �If you close the store, the Pillsbury Doughboy will be baked.� The accompanying picture showed the mascot wearing a blindfold.

The photos arrived every couple of days. The Doughboy started looking for a new job, first at Dairy Queen, then Winnekenni Castle in Haverhill, at a local fire station, and even Skip�s Hamburgers. Unable to find new employment, the Doughboy hit a low point; he started drinking and taking in shows at a local strip club.

A more recent photo showed the Doughboy at Hampton Beach and Canobie Lake Park. The notes have all been mailed from different places, typed in different font sizes, style, and colors.

(© MMVI, CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved.)

Price vs. Value

Who are these people and how did they end up in this bin? It is said that everything and everyone has a price, a dollar amount that they will sell their most prized possession for. It is also said that in the 21st century we no longer recognize value.

Spicy Senior Citizen

Spicy Senior Citizen

Movie Watching


Watched the excellent film Walk The Line and was very impressed with Joaquin Phoenix's and Reese Witherspoon's singing and acting. I have never been a Johnny Cash fan but this film’s inspired me to give his music a listen. I’m looking into a greatest hits compilation, unless someone cares to recommend a specific album?

Walk the Line was more upbeat (yea I know) than Ray. I felt cheated by Ray Charles' musical expertise when much of it was drug induced and not really relative to his life experience. At least Cash wrote and sang about his emotional prison and the deep feelings it evoked.

I wanted to see Memoirs of a Geisha in the theater but just never got around to it. Omigod, this film is cinematic eye candy with its vivid colors and beautiful cinematography. The way the story unfolds completely enveloped me and I was too captivated to move for a snack. The film is engrossing and the story telling exquisite. This is a film I want to own (watched it at my neighbor’s on movie night).

Movie Watching


Watched the excellent film Walk The Line and was very impressed with Joaquin Phoenix's and Reese Witherspoon's singing and acting. I have never been a Johnny Cash fan but this film’s inspired me to give his music a listen. I’m looking into a greatest hits compilation, unless someone cares to recommend a specific album?

Walk the Line was more upbeat (yea I know) than Ray. I felt cheated by Ray Charles' musical expertise when much of it was drug induced and not really relative to his life experience. At least Cash wrote and sang about his emotional prison and the deep feelings it evoked.

I wanted to see Memoirs of a Geisha in the theater but just never got around to it. Omigod, this film is cinematic eye candy with its vivid colors and beautiful cinematography. The way the story unfolds completely enveloped me and I was too captivated to move for a snack. The film is engrossing and the story telling exquisite. This is a film I want to own (watched it at my neighbor’s on movie night).

Tai Chi

A group of Tai Chi practitioners gathers daily in a local park. Some mornings have been very crisp and damp but they're there engaged in a meditative experience. Their graceful motion has a very calming effect on me and is beautiful to observe.

Feline Thursday

Strong sun tends to turn black cat fur a reddish hue, but natural shedding restores its original color.

I don't know if Buddah is trying for a new fur color or realizes he's royally busted, watering eyes from his allergy and all. Maybe he thinks I'll just disappear as if I didn't see him? What do you think?

Feline Thursday

Strong sun tends to turn black cat fur a reddish hue, but natural shedding restores its original color.

I don't know if Buddah is trying for a new fur color or realizes he's royally busted, watering eyes from his allergy and all. Maybe he thinks I'll just disappear as if I didn't see him? What do you think?

Second Anniversary!

This is my second anniversary and I'm very happy to find myself still intrigued by many ordinary and abundant things! I don't know that my photography's improved much, a very smart gal once told me that only by snapping photos and "getting in the trenches" would my photography improve and my vista expandaed.

I still find it quite enjoyable and a lot of fun. I receive lots of satisfaction from sharing what interests me with others. The comment field doesn't reflect that this site receives many page views but, that's all right, I like knowing that it's here should someone happen upon it.

Napster

Has anyone checked out Napster's new offer allowing you to listen to a song five times for free, plenty of listens to determine if you like something, before opting to buy it? I'm all for it because I get to listen to the whole song, not some bloody 30 second snippet. Almost forgot, you can also send your friends links to songs you're checking out. It can't hurt to give it a spin and you may find new artists to expand your horizons with.

Napster

Has anyone checked out Napster's new offer allowing you to listen to a song five times for free, plenty of listens to determine if you like something, before opting to buy it? I'm all for it because I get to listen to the whole song, not some bloody 30 second snippet. Almost forgot, you can also send your friends links to songs you're checking out. It can't hurt to give it a spin and you may find new artists to expand your horizons with.

Antiques

We've all had them and can't remember what happened to them. One thing's for sure, we're not making any money selling them. This little duck cookie jar's priced at $75 in a local shop. If only...

Take Me Back Tuesday
Now that I'm back from an unexpected computer meltdown....

Name three songs that remind you of playing as a child.
Todd Rundgren Hello, It's Me (I didn't understand about being love but watching my sisters with their boyfriends I figured they knew!)

Daddy Dewdrop Chick-a-Boom (I love the rhythm of this song and learned the lyrics)

The Doors Roadhouse Blues (This would move me to a frenzy and was the equivalent of giving me candy!)

Name three artists that take you back to your childhood.
The Supremes, The Beatles and The Rolling Stones (These are all artists that my sisters and mom would listen to at full throttle!) LOL

Name three albums that remind you of summers as a child.
I don't know any album titles, not a one. My family used to buy 45 rpm vinyl, anyone remember those? So most of what they listened to were individual records

Take Me Back Tuesday
Now that I'm back from an unexpected computer meltdown....

Name three songs that remind you of playing as a child.
Todd Rundgren Hello, It's Me (I didn't understand about being love but watching my sisters with their boyfriends I figured they knew!)

Daddy Dewdrop Chick-a-Boom (I love the rhythm of this song and learned the lyrics)

The Doors Roadhouse Blues (This would move me to a frenzy and was the equivalent of giving me candy!)

Name three artists that take you back to your childhood.
The Supremes, The Beatles and The Rolling Stones (These are all artists that my sisters and mom would listen to at full throttle!) LOL

Name three albums that remind you of summers as a child.
I don't know any album titles, not a one. My family used to buy 45 rpm vinyl, anyone remember those? So most of what they listened to were individual records

Random Ten

Gas Price Locater for the next fill up. Calculate where's the best bang for your hard earned buck. I'm using it because I don't want to spend anymore than I have to! LOL We finally have the sun and warm weather groove in synch, so it was a great weekend all around. Lots of good music to keep me in a happy mood and chilled.

~ Jimmie Bratcher Restless for the Sun
~ Josh Cruse Mash It Up
~ Stones v. The Streets Mashup Don't Satisfy Yourself
~ Bob Gentry Upside Down
~ Matthew Ebel Drive Away
~ Brain Buickit Let the Boogie Loose
~ Natalie Brown Queen of Me
~ Brother Love Sick of Chicks
~ CSNY See the Changes
~ Mo Jones Can't Get Enough

Random Ten

Gas Price Locater for the next fill up. Calculate where's the best bang for your hard earned buck. I'm using it because I don't want to spend anymore than I have to! LOL We finally have the sun and warm weather groove in synch, so it was a great weekend all around. Lots of good music to keep me in a happy mood and chilled.

~ Jimmie Bratcher Restless for the Sun
~ Josh Cruse Mash It Up
~ Stones v. The Streets Mashup Don't Satisfy Yourself
~ Bob Gentry Upside Down
~ Matthew Ebel Drive Away
~ Brain Buickit Let the Boogie Loose
~ Natalie Brown Queen of Me
~ Brother Love Sick of Chicks
~ CSNY See the Changes
~ Mo Jones Can't Get Enough

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