I'm not sure what the high temp was today, but I know it was in the mid 30's. The sun was shining and it was beautiful outside.. until you stepped out the door. That wind was COLD. At least the sun was out again.. I am solar powered and even if it is cold I felt better.
The dogs are even acting different, they have been out most of the afternoon and even when I let them in and fed them then immediately wanted back out, usually this time of the evening they will lay down and sleep then go out for a while again around 8:30 p.m. Or, maybe that is because of the full moon :)
*T* is at the firehall to help with bingo. I couldn't believe they were still having bingo tonight because it is Good Friday, but they are. I don't get it. I know we need to raise money for the department but come on... can't you take one friday off?
My sister's three girls (13yrs, 11yrs,& 3yrs) are visiting my mother and father for a couple of days. It is always quite amusing to me the way they act around the farm. The 13 yr old likes the animals and helping on the farm. The 11 yr old is a "princess" and doesn't like to get close to the animals. The 3 year old wants to pick up every animal that isn't bigger then she is, but is scared of everything because she isn't around animals enought to know how to act around them. So she doesn't know if she should hug the animals or run from them. Kids, they are so amazingly different. I have to laugh when I think of my siblings and I when we were those ages we were always in the barn helping with chores, yes we were raised in a barn, literally ...LOL. Only our ages would have been 3,5,8,11,12 (me being the 3 yr old). There has never been a time in my life I have not had animals in my life. For a short (I mean very short) time a few years ago the only animals I had were dogs and cats, but hat didn't last long. I had to get more critters.
Friday, March 21, 2008
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
I lost everyone!!!
I can't believe I did it ... but all my widgets are GONE! I lost all my links to blogs I read and all my other neat little sidebar stuff :(( I could just cry.
I was trying to add a new template and lost my old one, so now I have to start over.
Now I'll see if I can find you all again... so if I forget someone or you just want added to my list please let me know.
I was trying to add a new template and lost my old one, so now I have to start over.
Now I'll see if I can find you all again... so if I forget someone or you just want added to my list please let me know.
Today's Forecast
Rain/Thunder
High Low Precip. Humidity
43ºF 28ºF 90%/90% 80%/79%
Day: Rain likely with a few thunderstorms. High 43F. Winds SSE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 90%. Rainfall may reach one inch.
Night: Rain and snow this evening transitioning to snow showers overnight. Low 28F. Winds WNW at 15 to 25 mph. Chance of precip 90%. 1 to 2 inches of snow expected.
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The temperature right now is 44 degrees, so it is actually one degree warmer then predicted...whoo hoo!
It is dreary and rainy, and most of the snow is gone so, these past few days are the first we've been able to see the ground. I swear the dogs have an ongoing compatition to see who can get the dirtiest and track the most mud in the house then deposit their wet muddy self on my new/used furniture..... ggrrrrr.
I haven't had any real bloggable (is that a word) things to talk about lately. Or maybe I just haven't had the energy. We have been recovering from the nasty (and I mean, nasty) flu bug. But even before that I just lost myself with everything that happened right at the beginning of the year and I've been struggling to get back into a routine. I just can't seem to get it together, and have no desire to sometimes. Well, actually I do have a desire to I just don't have the willpower to. Spring better hurry up and get here.
My nubian nanny goat is due to have a baby sometime in a month or so. I can't wait... I just love baby goats. I wish I had more babies due... that would get me going whether I wanted to or not.
I hope everyone who checks in on this blog haven't given up on me. I'll be back, I promise :-)
I also have to get my camera fixed that would help me start blogging again... my critters do such silly things I can't help but share pictures.
High Low Precip. Humidity
43ºF 28ºF 90%/90% 80%/79%
Day: Rain likely with a few thunderstorms. High 43F. Winds SSE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 90%. Rainfall may reach one inch.
Night: Rain and snow this evening transitioning to snow showers overnight. Low 28F. Winds WNW at 15 to 25 mph. Chance of precip 90%. 1 to 2 inches of snow expected.
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The temperature right now is 44 degrees, so it is actually one degree warmer then predicted...whoo hoo!
It is dreary and rainy, and most of the snow is gone so, these past few days are the first we've been able to see the ground. I swear the dogs have an ongoing compatition to see who can get the dirtiest and track the most mud in the house then deposit their wet muddy self on my new/used furniture..... ggrrrrr.
I haven't had any real bloggable (is that a word) things to talk about lately. Or maybe I just haven't had the energy. We have been recovering from the nasty (and I mean, nasty) flu bug. But even before that I just lost myself with everything that happened right at the beginning of the year and I've been struggling to get back into a routine. I just can't seem to get it together, and have no desire to sometimes. Well, actually I do have a desire to I just don't have the willpower to. Spring better hurry up and get here.
My nubian nanny goat is due to have a baby sometime in a month or so. I can't wait... I just love baby goats. I wish I had more babies due... that would get me going whether I wanted to or not.
I hope everyone who checks in on this blog haven't given up on me. I'll be back, I promise :-)
I also have to get my camera fixed that would help me start blogging again... my critters do such silly things I can't help but share pictures.
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
The Mourner's Bill of Rights
A friend emailed this to me today and I thought I'd share it with all of you.
The Mourner's Bill of Rights
By Alan D. Wolfelt, PhD.
1. You have the right to experience your own unique grief. No one else will grieve in exactly the same way you do. So, when you turn to others for help, don't allow them to tell you what you should or should not be feeling.
2. You have the right to talk about your grief. Talking about your grief will help you heal. Seek out others who will allow you to talk as much as you want, about your grief. If at times you don't feel like talking, you also have the right to be silent.
3. You have the right to feel a multitude of emotions. Confusion, disorientation, fear, guilt and relief are just a few of the emotions you might feel as part of yoru grief journey. Others may try to tell you that feeling angry, for example, is wrong. Don't take these judgmental responses to heart. Instead, find listeners who will accept your feelings without condition.
4. You have the right to be tolerant of your physical and emotional limits. Your feelings of loss and sadness will probably leave you feeling fatigued. Respect what your body and mind are telling you. Get daily rest. Eat balanced meals. And don't allow others to push you into doing things you don't feel ready to do.
5. You have the right to experience "griefbursts." Sometimes, out of nowhere, a powerful surge of grief may overcome you. This can be frightening, but is normal and natural. Find someone who understands and will let you talk it out.
6. You have the right to make use of ritual. The funeral ritual does more than acknowledge the death of someone loved. It helps provide you with the support of caring people. More importantly, the funeral is a way for you to mourn. If others tell you the funeral or other healing rituals such as these are silly or unnecessary, don't listen.
7. You have the right to embrace your spirituality. If faith is a part of your life, express it in ways that seem appropriate to you. Allow yourself to be around people who understand and support your religious beliefs. If you feel angry at God, find someone to talk with who won't be critical of your feelings of hurt and abandonment.
8. You have the right to search for meaning. You may find yourself asking, "Why did he or she die? Why this way? Why now?" Some of your questions may have answers, but some may not. And watch out for the clichéd responses some people may give you. Comments like "It was God's will," or "Think of what you have to be thankful for" are not helpful and you do not have to accept them.
9. You have the right to treasure your memories. Memories are one of the best legacies that exist after the death of someone loved. You will always remember. Instead of ignoring your memories, find others with whom you can share them.
10. You have the right to move toward your grief and heal. Reconciling your grief will not happen quickly. Remember, grief is a process, not an event. Be patient and tolerant with yourself and avoid people who are impatient and intolerant with you. Neither you nor those around you must forget that the death of someone loved changes your life forever.
The Mourner's Bill of Rights
By Alan D. Wolfelt, PhD.
1. You have the right to experience your own unique grief. No one else will grieve in exactly the same way you do. So, when you turn to others for help, don't allow them to tell you what you should or should not be feeling.
2. You have the right to talk about your grief. Talking about your grief will help you heal. Seek out others who will allow you to talk as much as you want, about your grief. If at times you don't feel like talking, you also have the right to be silent.
3. You have the right to feel a multitude of emotions. Confusion, disorientation, fear, guilt and relief are just a few of the emotions you might feel as part of yoru grief journey. Others may try to tell you that feeling angry, for example, is wrong. Don't take these judgmental responses to heart. Instead, find listeners who will accept your feelings without condition.
4. You have the right to be tolerant of your physical and emotional limits. Your feelings of loss and sadness will probably leave you feeling fatigued. Respect what your body and mind are telling you. Get daily rest. Eat balanced meals. And don't allow others to push you into doing things you don't feel ready to do.
5. You have the right to experience "griefbursts." Sometimes, out of nowhere, a powerful surge of grief may overcome you. This can be frightening, but is normal and natural. Find someone who understands and will let you talk it out.
6. You have the right to make use of ritual. The funeral ritual does more than acknowledge the death of someone loved. It helps provide you with the support of caring people. More importantly, the funeral is a way for you to mourn. If others tell you the funeral or other healing rituals such as these are silly or unnecessary, don't listen.
7. You have the right to embrace your spirituality. If faith is a part of your life, express it in ways that seem appropriate to you. Allow yourself to be around people who understand and support your religious beliefs. If you feel angry at God, find someone to talk with who won't be critical of your feelings of hurt and abandonment.
8. You have the right to search for meaning. You may find yourself asking, "Why did he or she die? Why this way? Why now?" Some of your questions may have answers, but some may not. And watch out for the clichéd responses some people may give you. Comments like "It was God's will," or "Think of what you have to be thankful for" are not helpful and you do not have to accept them.
9. You have the right to treasure your memories. Memories are one of the best legacies that exist after the death of someone loved. You will always remember. Instead of ignoring your memories, find others with whom you can share them.
10. You have the right to move toward your grief and heal. Reconciling your grief will not happen quickly. Remember, grief is a process, not an event. Be patient and tolerant with yourself and avoid people who are impatient and intolerant with you. Neither you nor those around you must forget that the death of someone loved changes your life forever.
Saturday, February 02, 2008
Really.... I am still alive.... honest!
Hey everyone.... I just wanted to let you all know that I am still here and well.... sort of.
During the last few weeks, I've kind of been taking a break from my life. My house has even had a bit of a vacation... *T* has started helping with the cleaning, AND the laundry. [can you believe it]. Either I really have become the horrible nagging &!*@# that I have always thought I would become... or he has finally realized that I really do need and appreciate his help. One sunday afternoon he cleaned the whole kitchen and dining room. I think it took me a week to get over the shock, but let me tell ya it really has motivated me to keep them clean. We got new (used) furniture for the living room, so I cleaned and rearranged that room on Wednesday. My house is finally looking like a home again.
I know I have to snap out of this slump that I've had. And as long as I stay busy I seem to be okay, but as soon as I have idle time, I get down and out again. I can't wait til spring, maybe just maybe that will help. I am so tired of these dark dreary days.
During the last few weeks, I've kind of been taking a break from my life. My house has even had a bit of a vacation... *T* has started helping with the cleaning, AND the laundry. [can you believe it]. Either I really have become the horrible nagging &!*@# that I have always thought I would become... or he has finally realized that I really do need and appreciate his help. One sunday afternoon he cleaned the whole kitchen and dining room. I think it took me a week to get over the shock, but let me tell ya it really has motivated me to keep them clean. We got new (used) furniture for the living room, so I cleaned and rearranged that room on Wednesday. My house is finally looking like a home again.
I know I have to snap out of this slump that I've had. And as long as I stay busy I seem to be okay, but as soon as I have idle time, I get down and out again. I can't wait til spring, maybe just maybe that will help. I am so tired of these dark dreary days.
Monday, January 14, 2008
Now I'm upset!!!
My camera decided it is not going to work today....
I haven't taken pictures in a week or so and now that I am finally in the mood and actually had a cute subject .... "it" says "NO... not today sweetie, I'm tired, not doing it!"
It acts like the on/off switch isn't contecting or something ... I don't know, but I'm not happy! I really wanted to post some new pictures too.
Here are a few that I took in December but for some reason or another I never posted.
On one of the coldest days of the year Dawson went out the front door and started checking to see if there is anything interesting going on over at the neighbors house.
The goose on the other hand seemed to be enjoying the frigid water hole behind the barn.
I have to figure out how to get my camera fixed so I can get a real update posted.
I haven't taken pictures in a week or so and now that I am finally in the mood and actually had a cute subject .... "it" says "NO... not today sweetie, I'm tired, not doing it!"
It acts like the on/off switch isn't contecting or something ... I don't know, but I'm not happy! I really wanted to post some new pictures too.
Here are a few that I took in December but for some reason or another I never posted.
On one of the coldest days of the year Dawson went out the front door and started checking to see if there is anything interesting going on over at the neighbors house.
He didn't see anything that interested him over there so he started looking to see if the mailman is coming yet... He always has cookies for the dogs.
Ace says "To H$LL with the mailman ... he'll be back on a warmer day and I'll get my cookies then."
The goose on the other hand seemed to be enjoying the frigid water hole behind the barn.
I have to figure out how to get my camera fixed so I can get a real update posted.
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Gone but not forgotten
Just Those Few Weeks
For those few weeks--
I had you to myself
And that seems too short a time
to be changed so profoundly.
In those few weeks--
I came to know you
and to love you.
You came to trust me with your life.
Oh, what a life I had planned for you!
Just those few weeks--
When I lost you.
I lost a lifetime of hopes,
plans, dreams, and aspirations...
A slice of my future simply vanished overnight.
Just those few weeks--
It wasn't enough time to convince others
how special and important you were.
How odd, a truly unique person has recently died
and no one is mourning the passing.
Just a mere few weeks--
And no "normal" person would cry all night
over a tiny, unfinshed baby,
or get depressed and withdrawn day after endless day.
No one would, so why am I?
You were just those few weeks my little one
you darted in and out of my life too quickly.
But it seems that's all the time you needed
to make my life so much richer
and give me a small glimpse of eternity.
Poem Copyright 1984 by Susan Erling Martinez
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