Once upon a time, there was an island where all the feelings lived: Happiness, Sadness, Knowledge, and all of the others including Love. One day it was announced to the feelings that the island would sink, so all repaired their boats and left.
Love wanted to persevere until the last possible moment. When the island was almost sinking, Love decided to ask for help. Richness...
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Love wanted to persevere until the last possible moment. When the island was almost sinking, Love decided to ask for help. Richness...
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I'm in love. With John Steinbeck. If only he were still alive (he!). No, I'm primarily enamored with his words... Words do it for me. Descriptive words that bridge my love of image with my love of reading magical words. If only I could string together precious words to create such beauty as this:
"I remember my childhood names for grasses and secret flowers. I...
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"I remember my childhood names for grasses and secret flowers. I...
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liathach:
The Grapes of Wrath was one of the formative books of my younger years. Very few have moved me as much, particularly the almost transfigurative ending.
My cousin has sent me a copy of Cannery Row too, but I'm saving that till I visit her in Danville, when it will be more appropriate.
My cousin has sent me a copy of Cannery Row too, but I'm saving that till I visit her in Danville, when it will be more appropriate.
wyldewolfe:
lol
I experienced a little physical bump in the road recently, reminding me once again to be thankful for all the positive things in my life.
Why is it so easy to forget?
To forget to look at the fall sky and feel gratitude for the eyes that see it and the sensitivity to experience it?
To take for granted the legs that allow me to...
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Why is it so easy to forget?
To forget to look at the fall sky and feel gratitude for the eyes that see it and the sensitivity to experience it?
To take for granted the legs that allow me to...
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caffeinemonkey:
I have to remind myself all the time too. Our darn ego always likes to whisper those "could of, would of, should of's"
Maybe that is one of the reasons we named our oldest daughter Grace to remind me strive for that state.
Good luck!
Maybe that is one of the reasons we named our oldest daughter Grace to remind me strive for that state.
Good luck!
lil_em:
Life is tough at times honey, that's just the way it is. You're a strong lady 
I LOVE that piggy pic too! I need to get it for above my bed!!
I LOVE that piggy pic too! I need to get it for above my bed!!
I experienced a little physical bump in the road recently, reminding me once again to be thankful for all the positive things in my life.
Why is it so easy to forget?
To forget to look at the fall sky and feel gratitude for the eyes that see it and the sensitivity to experience it?
To take for granted the legs that allow me to...
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Why is it so easy to forget?
To forget to look at the fall sky and feel gratitude for the eyes that see it and the sensitivity to experience it?
To take for granted the legs that allow me to...
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cassy:
yeah i'm far from perfect this we know...thanks for always believing that my intentions were good, and thanks for constantly reminding me that how i feel is real, and that it is a blessing.
i never wonder if it's worth it, or if it's right, i think few people in life really know about love, and i feel that i am so lucky to be one of them.
you're always here when i need a shoulder, or if i'm straying, or worried, or sad. i truly feel you have probably been one of the most significant influences for my strength during this thing...and continue to be. love ya girl!
i never wonder if it's worth it, or if it's right, i think few people in life really know about love, and i feel that i am so lucky to be one of them.
you're always here when i need a shoulder, or if i'm straying, or worried, or sad. i truly feel you have probably been one of the most significant influences for my strength during this thing...and continue to be. love ya girl!
wyldewolfe:
hope youe are doing well
hope you find what you are looking for
hope you find what you are looking for
The heat outside renders everything a faded golden wash and I am left with dreams of the coming fall as I watch it from afar----or near, in my sheltered home. Yet, I dream of making corn husk dolls, Halloween decorations, scrumptious apple creations. Of fall's pumpkins, and tall sunflowers bending under the weight of birds pulling at the seeds in their middles. Of children with...
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cassy:
i've wondered where you've been woman, i was beginning to worry. i hope alls well, miss ya.
junnie:
I second Cassy. I was worried too. I hope you are doing better and all is well again for you. XO
I challenge you to a stanza of "The Sound of Halloween" - done to the "The Sound of Music"
The Sound of Halloween and Maria!
The hills are alive
with the sound of shrieking
with screams they have heard
for a thousand years......
My heart will be blessed with the sound of Halloween
And I'll scream once more!
Let's see what you guys can come...
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The Sound of Halloween and Maria!
The hills are alive
with the sound of shrieking
with screams they have heard
for a thousand years......
My heart will be blessed with the sound of Halloween
And I'll scream once more!
Let's see what you guys can come...
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cassy:
miss you mama, had to spend the day with justin yesterday ugh have things to tell you...how's your weekend what are you upto? gonna try to call the man. missing him like crazy but that's just the usual :/
wsoxfan:
I'm thinking that it's time for another of your amazing blogs. I know i'm being selfish, but I really look forward to them.
Halloween Countdown - 30 days to go!
With only 30 days to Halloween - my mind has naturally wandered to graveyard inscriptions. Heres my favorite gravestone inscription:
Remember, friends, as you pass by,
As you are now so once was I.
As I am now, so you must be.
Prepare yourself to follow me.
And a little Halloween quote to get you in the mood....
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With only 30 days to Halloween - my mind has naturally wandered to graveyard inscriptions. Heres my favorite gravestone inscription:
Remember, friends, as you pass by,
As you are now so once was I.
As I am now, so you must be.
Prepare yourself to follow me.
And a little Halloween quote to get you in the mood....
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cassy:
i'm going to be good i'm going to be good i'm going to be good
it's hard but like you said so worth it. and i don't need anything to impress him. i just need to be myself, after all this damn time you'd think that would be burned into my brain!!!! sometimes i can be so stubborn.
it's hard but like you said so worth it. and i don't need anything to impress him. i just need to be myself, after all this damn time you'd think that would be burned into my brain!!!! sometimes i can be so stubborn.
wsoxfan:
Even though i'm sympathetic to your plight, i have to side with him about the his desire to be cuddled. That was one of the nicest feelings I had when I was with Annette. So induge him when you can. You'll make his day.
My hubbie and I have just gone through a craptastic couple of days. My hubbie slipped and tumbled on the stairs Friday morning, bashing his chin (a huge purple bruise blossomed) and broke his leg (awesome!)) and scared the crap out of me. I had to rush him to the hospital - 50 minutes away. Since he wasn't actively bleeding out his ears, we ended...
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nene:
I think that's the reason why so many good looking men are still alive... either that or females put up a better fight against the urge to suffocate them in their sleep! 
We do still adore them so... even when they are at their whiniest point....
We do still adore them so... even when they are at their whiniest point....
zoomusikgrl:
wow. exactly the blog i needed to read right now. thank you!
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junnie:
Wow I wish that were my cat.
grayb:
More like intrigued, inspired and enlivened...
Cool kitty!
Speaking of waters(!), none were tested - but there shouldn't have been a need. Agenda? Who knows. I don't even think it was planned.
It just... happened.
My views and opinions were well known. I initially thought the whole thing was a joke and responded accordingly - that certainly didn't help matters. I think I'd better stick to hiking, reading and socializing with my cat for a while...
Cool kitty!
Speaking of waters(!), none were tested - but there shouldn't have been a need. Agenda? Who knows. I don't even think it was planned.
It just... happened.
My views and opinions were well known. I initially thought the whole thing was a joke and responded accordingly - that certainly didn't help matters. I think I'd better stick to hiking, reading and socializing with my cat for a while...
Blessings of Mabon Autumn Equinox
Once more the liberal year laughs out
Oer richer stores than gems or gold:
Once more with harvest song and shout
Is natures boldest triumph told.
John Greenleaf Whittier
This morning, before most North Americans had rolled out of bed, we moved into the time of perfect balance, the Equinox, taken from the Latin for equal night. It is the...
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Once more the liberal year laughs out
Oer richer stores than gems or gold:
Once more with harvest song and shout
Is natures boldest triumph told.
John Greenleaf Whittier
This morning, before most North Americans had rolled out of bed, we moved into the time of perfect balance, the Equinox, taken from the Latin for equal night. It is the...
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cassy:
i even said that when i was on the phone with him. i caught myself. i said "you made me feel like crap" but the reality was i chose to feel that way. i stopped myself and said it was on me and i was sorry if he thought i was being argumentative...and he said baby no need to apologize it's nothing. i dunno i just felt like bad mojo...and i didn't want him thinking it was "like before" ef that seriously it's far from BEFORE.
anyhow i'm fine now thanks for caring girl.
anyhow i'm fine now
thanks for caring girl.
ted_stryker:
I was raised Roman Catholic, but it never really quite took, if you catch my meaning. I love spirituality and the higher plains and god/s and am a very staunch believer in a higher power and miracles and so fourth. I am just not a believer in the church. My Missus has opened my eyes to a whole new way of seeing the world which is another reason I am so grateful for her. I thought there was something missing from my life because I wanted spirituality but I just can't stand behind an organization (and lets face it that's what church is) run by men. So thanks to her and friends like you willing to teach and enlighten without pushing your views. You had an opinion on your own blog and I came to you, not vice versa. I can't wait to meet you in reality and have some wonderful conversations with you and my Kitten. Take care!!
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