I'm still kickin' around (sometimes)
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Posted:Jun 17, 2008 1:52 pm
Last Updated:Nov 8, 2009 1:44 pm 5845 Views
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Just a couple thoughts to share today. I've survived yet ANOTHER year. Yep--32 today  My would have you believe I was 80-something (if you asked).
I meant to drop by recently, but other things took priority. FF has been a fantastic place to come to--for a sounding board. A great place to celebrate when I've been happy, find supportive friends with kind, understanding words when I've been sad--and ANYWHERE in between.
Lately, I've just been grateful for those who've taken the time to listen and respond. When I first came here, I was an emotional basket case. Mostly resulting from my (then) pending divorce.
Since that time--I've realized I've met some fantastic people that I wouldn't have otherwise met, had I remained married. I've had new doors open. It's ALL good!
So, in closing, for any of you struggling with rough times, keep your chin up and keep the optimism close at hand. Things could ALWAYS be worse--be grateful for what you DO have!
-Leanne-
PS--thanks for stopping by 
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Lessons from the laundromat
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Posted:Apr 4, 2008 6:42 pm
Last Updated:Nov 8, 2009 1:20 pm 6053 Views
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So...I've been slacking on laundry... I own my own washer and dryer, however because I haven't been keeping on top of the laundry, it got to be...overwhelming. I figured I would do myself a huge favor by taking it to the laundromat, piling it ALL into the washers and dryers at once. I could focus ALL of my attention on the task at hand (and not become distracted by more exciting stuff, elsewhere in my home.)
I managed to get 5 loads taken care of today (yay me  ) Here is what I've learned:
1.It is EXPENSIVE to wash clothes in a laundromat--I spent probably $30 to wash and dry the stuff!
2.Dirty clothes take up WAY more space!
3.Clothes don't smell as nice when you dry them in a gas dryer.
4.If you MUST go, go early--when the natives wake, demand becomes HIGH (and the pressure is ON).
5.Lastly, keep on top of your laundry--that way it doesn't get away from you. I don't think I'll be doing this again, anytime soon! 
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I got a hug!!!
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Posted:Apr 3, 2008 8:00 am
Last Updated:May 30, 2008 5:41 pm 6092 Views
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Ok, so, I'm no rookie here at FF. (I've been here for WAY too long.) Anyway, on the occasion I find that I've been the recipient of a wink. I guess it is a way of saying hello or acknowledging someone (heck, I dunno!)
Today, however, when I checked I found out that I got a hug (he was CUTE too ) Too dang bad he's 6021 Kilometers away!!!  (Where are all the cute/good ones LOCALLY?!--heck, I'd suffice with good, I'm not hard to get along with!) Oh well, I thought it was a nice gesture, all the same! I never knew that we could give hugs, here on FF. I guess that's my lesson for the day.
Cheers, fellow bloggers. Here's wishing you a safe and sane day!
(Picture is a couple of years old. A couple of friends and myself, hangin' out with the captain )
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Mildly entertaining
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Posted:Mar 29, 2008 9:47 am
Last Updated:Mar 30, 2008 6:09 am 6123 Views
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This is a dating site dictionary for women's personal ads...
40-ish..............49
Adventurous.........Slept with all your friends
Athletic............No boobs
Average looking.....Ugly
Beautiful...........Pathological liar
Contagious Smile....Does a lot of pills
Emotionally secure..On medication
Feminist............Fat
Free spirit.........Junkie
Friendship first....Former slut
Fun.................Annoying
Gentle..............Dull
New Age.............Body hair in the wrong places
Open-minded.........Desperate
Outgoing............Loud and Embarrassing
Passionate..........Sloppy drunk
Poet................Depressive
Professional........Bitch
Romantic............Frigid
Voluptuous..........Very Fat
Large frame.........Hugely Fat
Wants Soul mate.....Stalker
Widow...............Murderer
At least ONE of these has got to make you giggle, a little
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She
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Posted:Mar 7, 2008 4:14 am
Last Updated:Feb 11, 2010 2:06 am 6055 Views
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My oldest is nearing her 16th birthday. As one of her gifts, I am "building" a customized book--one with photos of her growing up, collections of thoughts, etc. What is written below will be included in the compilation.
I have not written the words below...however, they are something that I came across some time ago and fell in love with. It expressed my thoughts, nearly perfectly.
A day will never go by that I don’t love you.
An hour will never pass that I don’t think of you.
From the moment I looked onto your face I felt peace.
The first sounds of your breathing gave me my reason for living.
Each day that passes I know that God blessed me with you.
Tumbles and falls, cuts and bruises each one caused me pain too.
You could not shed a tear that I did not shed too.
Every day you seemed to grow more beautiful not just in my eyes but in everyone that looked at you.
The days passed too fast, my little girl would be a woman soon.
Each day that passes I know that God blessed me with you.
My worst fear was that you would feel pain that I could not take away.
Tears that I could not stop. Heartache that I had no cure for.
But as a mother I realized that you would feel these things regardless of anything that I could do.
Each day that passes I know that God blessed me with you.
As you grew I had to sit back and wait for you to need my help.
My protection of you was there always but I must learn to wait til you needed me.
I could not erase the pain or stop the cause of your tears but I will be there always, no matter the reason for them.
Each day that passes I know that God blessed me with you.
As I grow older I have only one fear now, that the day will come that I will no longer be here to see your smile, your fears, your tears.
But always remember that I am beside you, near you, within you - my love will be with you even when my body is no longer here.
Because each day that passes my love grows because God blessed me with you.
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unspoken language
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Posted:Mar 2, 2008 10:08 am
Last Updated:Sep 26, 2008 5:04 pm 5785 Views
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Had some interesting, yet insightful discussions recently. How we perceive being touched or touching. Personally, I don’t really consider myself to be a touchy-feely kind of person, however, I THINK I’m affectionate. That doesn‘t mean that I‘m big on the idea of public displays of affection (groping each other in public is NOT cool)--but holding hands as you go for a walk is not beyond me.
Reaching out to touch someone -- demonstrating that physical connection is essential, for me. It is part of who I am, without even thinking about it. I guess it differs for each person. Having someone run their fingers through my hair could turn me into putty in their hands-- is extremely relaxing! Perhaps, because it is something my mom used to do. I used to have rather long hair and my mom would bathe me and then brush my hair until it was dry.
If you are not accustomed to being touched, I suppose it could be overwhelming and misconceived. I know recently, my expressions of affection were seen that way--which was frustrating. I wanted to show affection--HE figured I simply had an insatiable $exual appetite and just couldn’t get enough! Really though, how comforting is it to have your significant other (for no reason) just touch you? I can’t possibly be alone in that sometimes I would touch my significant other and admire him with my hands. It should be a two-way street. Whether it is just that they put their hand on you or gently caress exposed skin--nothing $exual intended…It is an unspoken language all of its own.
Here would be an ideal end to a long day at work: having someone run a hot bubble bath, soaking to de-stress for a bit, then they would come back in and wash my hair… having nice hot towels ready for the bathtub exit…(you can fill in the rest) I’ve done this sort of thing for my significant other (we teach people how to treat us, right?) but have yet to have anyone return the favour. *sigh*
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On your grits...
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Posted:Nov 29, 2007 6:16 am
Last Updated:Sep 26, 2008 5:07 pm 6195 Views
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Ugh--3 hours is a LOT to lose coming back home -- all the same, I had a fantastic trip to Utah. So much, that I will likely go back!
Next time round, I hope I'll get the chance to see the Grand Canyon. I guess its about an 8 hour drive from where I was, in Utah.
I had the opportunity to try some new food (I guess I was feeling a tad adventurous.) We stopped at a place called Cabella's (they ROCK!) where I had a bison burger for lunch. I also got to try ostrich (yick!) and elk (tasted like shaved roast beef). I tried grits for the first time (I don't know why, but I always thought grits were a pancake type food lol) Anyhow, I'm curious to find out what YOU eat on YOUR grits? (if you like grits, that is...) I've heard suggestions of cheese, milk and brown sugar, ketchup (eww!)....
the picture is one I took...I'd tell you where it was, but I can't remember!
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Look out!!
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Posted:Nov 8, 2007 4:08 pm
Last Updated:Jun 24, 2008 6:43 pm 6446 Views
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I'm comin' to the US of A!!!! Have passport...will travel!!! Less than 2 weeks....
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