After my last post rambling on about comments; I realized something.
Yeah, maybe I'm a bad commenter on certain sites - but on the sites where I have "connected" with the blogger - yes, those I'm a frequent commenter on (unless you intimidate me-and yeah some of you do - don't ask me why.) for the most part.
And Choleesa put it best: ".....Because really, as much as I want a gazillion followers, isnt it much more satisfying to actually have interaction with the peeps that take time out of their busy lives, to read you and respond??"
She hit it DEAD ON.
When I started this blog it wasn't to find "readers" or even really to meet new people.
It was truly just an online diary of sorts. A way to get the thoughts out of my head. And then .... somehow connections were made. And it was awesome.
Through this blog I have met some truly, truly amazing people (you!!!). And though, yeah, after I began to realize that there are blogs out there with a "gazillion" followers and it was kinda of like - hmmmm, how can I get a gazillion followers. But then I also began to realize, that is un-important. This is not high school and it's not a popularity contest.
What is important is that I've made "connections." I've "met" people - people who are truly awesome - people whom I would enjoy in real time. People with whom I can share my life experiences with - freely. People who are far away and some that are not so far away (and it totally boggles my mind that some of you are "right around the corner" and that some are across the Pond, so to speak). People I would have most likely never met under normal circumstances.
I know that those who comment are commenting because they really have something to say. I know that I comment because I really have something to say. So no more will I feel that I am a bad commenter (okay - for the most part I won't; but because we all know how I am - it will probably happen on occasion....you just be there to talk me down!).
(By the way - is it just me or do you all obsess before you actually hit the Publish Post button?)
Arrrrgggghhhhh! I did it again!!! I am beginning to think that Blogger should remind me when I hit Publish that I have yet to title the damn thing!
January 26, 2010
January 25, 2010
Comments; comments, and more about comments.
Aaaahhhh.....finally I have the computer all to myself! Hubby is finally asleep in front of the tv and Man-Child has finally succumbed to watching whatever crap is currently on....
I've only been waiting for two hours (at least!).
::sigh:: So what did I want to talk to you about??
Hmmm......can't quite remember (maybe I should start taking notes?).
Have seriously thought about getting Man-Child his own computer. But we've been there; done that. I had to institute a serious parental control on his internet access (ahhhh - the joys of a teenage boy!). This pretty much insured that he'd use the "family"computer (because he couldn't realistically do homework [seriously! I had it locked down that tight!] - but I could check out where he'd been.....); so it's not so realistic these days.... and at the time Hubby was clueless to what wonders the internet could unleash. But now? (Hello? Now, it's all "HEY! Guess what!!! You can do XYZ online!! or You can order XYZ online!!) ::sigh:: Ahhh - for the good ol' days when he was clueless....
Between Hubby and Man-Child.....seems like I never get the computer (major whine!).
I do seem to recall that I was going to write about comments.......
And my lack of them.
I'm bad. I know this. I have had many good intentions to resolve this.
I work for Big Brother (seriously). So I try to limit the amount of time that I'm on the internet at work. Because, yeah, my totally cool boss can only justify so much....which then leaves me to checking out you guys via my blackberry during the day - which is iffy (at best) on the whole comment thing. And then by the time I get home and wrangle some computer time.....you guys have come up with a whole batch of new posts!!!! Arrrrgggghhh!!! How's a girl to keep up??
So today, Big Brother be damned, I tried really hard to comment on every blog. I still fell short. ::sigh:: So for the interim (until I find some kind of solution); you have to know I am reading you and commenting (if only in my head!). Also, sometimes I worry...some of the more "popular" blogs I follow (read MILLIONS of followers!) do they even care what I have to say? Yes, the ones I "chat" with on a more regular basis do; but seriously? If they already have 50-1000 responses? Do they really care what I have to add to the conversation? Ummm, probably not (although I am so very wise and all-knowing.......I'm just sayin'. I should totally be in charge of the world!)
Several of you have asked questions in my comments; but since I have no clue whether or not you check back to see if I've answered (and I have no clue whether or not you receive any answers I send via email) I'm seriously thinking about a (weekly?) Respond Post. What do you think? Truly, I want to know what you think. Because sometimes I've responded via my comments and sometimes via an email. Without ever knowing whether or not you've received the response. This drives me crazy (if the truth be known-what??? You are shocked at my OCD-ness about this issue????? If you've read me for any length of time - you should know - so totally normal!) So what do you think? Would this be a plausible way to answer your questions and relieve my anxiety?
And just because it's on my mind.....
The shed is technically done. Except! We can't move all the crap out of the garage yet. Why, you ask? Because (according to Hubby) it's not drywalled yet. My response? WTF???? It's a SHED!!!
But apparently (according to Hubby), until the whole thing is drywalled, painted (outside and in!!!) there is no point in moving all the crap in the garage out (nevermind that I have to worry about frost, ice, snow, etc. on my car in the mornings....). Can you say - FRUSTRATED!!!!!! (yet another project that cannot be crossed off the list....)
I've only been waiting for two hours (at least!).
::sigh:: So what did I want to talk to you about??
Hmmm......can't quite remember (maybe I should start taking notes?).
Have seriously thought about getting Man-Child his own computer. But we've been there; done that. I had to institute a serious parental control on his internet access (ahhhh - the joys of a teenage boy!). This pretty much insured that he'd use the "family"computer (because he couldn't realistically do homework [seriously! I had it locked down that tight!] - but I could check out where he'd been.....); so it's not so realistic these days.... and at the time Hubby was clueless to what wonders the internet could unleash. But now? (Hello? Now, it's all "HEY! Guess what!!! You can do XYZ online!! or You can order XYZ online!!) ::sigh:: Ahhh - for the good ol' days when he was clueless....
Between Hubby and Man-Child.....seems like I never get the computer (major whine!).
I do seem to recall that I was going to write about comments.......
And my lack of them.
I'm bad. I know this. I have had many good intentions to resolve this.
I work for Big Brother (seriously). So I try to limit the amount of time that I'm on the internet at work. Because, yeah, my totally cool boss can only justify so much....which then leaves me to checking out you guys via my blackberry during the day - which is iffy (at best) on the whole comment thing. And then by the time I get home and wrangle some computer time.....you guys have come up with a whole batch of new posts!!!! Arrrrgggghhh!!! How's a girl to keep up??
So today, Big Brother be damned, I tried really hard to comment on every blog. I still fell short. ::sigh:: So for the interim (until I find some kind of solution); you have to know I am reading you and commenting (if only in my head!). Also, sometimes I worry...some of the more "popular" blogs I follow (read MILLIONS of followers!) do they even care what I have to say? Yes, the ones I "chat" with on a more regular basis do; but seriously? If they already have 50-1000 responses? Do they really care what I have to add to the conversation? Ummm, probably not (although I am so very wise and all-knowing.......I'm just sayin'. I should totally be in charge of the world!)
Several of you have asked questions in my comments; but since I have no clue whether or not you check back to see if I've answered (and I have no clue whether or not you receive any answers I send via email) I'm seriously thinking about a (weekly?) Respond Post. What do you think? Truly, I want to know what you think. Because sometimes I've responded via my comments and sometimes via an email. Without ever knowing whether or not you've received the response. This drives me crazy (if the truth be known-what??? You are shocked at my OCD-ness about this issue????? If you've read me for any length of time - you should know - so totally normal!) So what do you think? Would this be a plausible way to answer your questions and relieve my anxiety?
And just because it's on my mind.....
The shed is technically done. Except! We can't move all the crap out of the garage yet. Why, you ask? Because (according to Hubby) it's not drywalled yet. My response? WTF???? It's a SHED!!!
But apparently (according to Hubby), until the whole thing is drywalled, painted (outside and in!!!) there is no point in moving all the crap in the garage out (nevermind that I have to worry about frost, ice, snow, etc. on my car in the mornings....). Can you say - FRUSTRATED!!!!!! (yet another project that cannot be crossed off the list....)
January 24, 2010
Pillow Talk
Me: sleeping soundly.
A few hours later.....
Me: Gently tugging the covers back.
A bit later....
Me (whispering): "Dammit!" And again, gently taking back my share.
A bit later....
Me: (semi-whispering) - "Hey! Quite hogging the covers!" Yanking my share back.
A bit later.....
Me (very loudly): "Dammit! If you steal the covers one more time I. Will. Hurt. You!"
Hubby: "Hmmppph?"
Me: "I said - if you steal the covers one more time I WILL HURT YOU!" violently taking my share back.
At this point Hubby wisely decides it's time to get up and start his day.
Aaaah - the joys of sharing a bed. And we both wonder why we are exhausted every morning.....
A few hours later.....
Me: Gently tugging the covers back.
A bit later....
Me (whispering): "Dammit!" And again, gently taking back my share.
A bit later....
Me: (semi-whispering) - "Hey! Quite hogging the covers!" Yanking my share back.
A bit later.....
Me (very loudly): "Dammit! If you steal the covers one more time I. Will. Hurt. You!"
Hubby: "Hmmppph?"
Me: "I said - if you steal the covers one more time I WILL HURT YOU!" violently taking my share back.
At this point Hubby wisely decides it's time to get up and start his day.
Aaaah - the joys of sharing a bed. And we both wonder why we are exhausted every morning.....
January 20, 2010
Hallelujah My Template is Back! A Small Request AND the Post You've All Been Waiting For!
As I was scrolling through even more templates - I came across my beloved template. I clicked on the demo link, hoping against hope that it had some how miraculously been fixed. AND IT HAD!!! So I immediately switched back. And?! Joy of joys - the date thing is finally working right too!!! I may need to do some tweaking; but for now I'm very happy. (see me doing happy dance over here?) Like I always say - it's the little things, people.
BUT, if it goes wonky - somebody please let me know!
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My friend, Respectfully Yours, over at Here Is What I Think has an ambitious goal and has asked for help.
Being the ever-helpful person that I am known to be – I have offered to do what little I can.
She would like to reach 100 followers by midnight on Friday. Personally, I’m kinda surprised she doesn’t already have at least that many because she is funny – funny with a capital F!
One of her posts had me giggling so hard that I was crying. After all the strange looks I received from my co-workers – I had to make a deal with myself not to read her stuff at work anymore……..
So, if you have a moment, go by and visit. You’ll love her – promise!
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Now for the post you’ve all been waiting for…..
I’m only going to hit the high-lights without going too much into the backstory because otherwise? I’d be writing a novella.
My friend (let’s call her R), informed me that she could begin receiving a substantial amount of money monthly from her deceased ex-husband IF she were single. I know that they are in a financial bind right now as all the children are in college – but WTF??????
As R continued to talk she goes on to tell me that her divorce was final last month! (How she talked her husband into that I'll never know) She continued to claim that she still loved her husband and wasn’t planning on going anywhere but . . .actions (and outfits) can sometimes speak louder than words. At one point during the weekend she mentioned that she had a checking account that her hubby didn’t know about and that she “didn’t know where she’d be in the next two-three years” (which is when the kids will all be out of college). She also mentioned several times that he “smothers” her. She acted like he has problems with her going out with her friends (from where I stand – I have never witnessed this……in the past it had been her not wanting to go out with the girls for dinner, etc.).
First of all – this sounds like fraud to me (IF it is as she claims – just for the money – and she’s not planning to leave). Second of all – her husband loves her. I’ve known her previous husband (not the dead one) and have heard plenty about the other two – and not just from her (yup, she’s been in a few marriages). So when she met this one (let’s call him J), I thought she had struck gold.
J dotes on her – he thinks she hung the moon, etc. And for a while there she seemed to think the same about him. When she was so sick (for the past four years she has suffered from a debilitating, chronic illness – which currently seems to be in remission) – sick to the point she (and we all) thought she was dying – J was there for her. Taking care of her, the kids, the house – whatever. He was there – solid.
But from all that I’ve been able to piece together it sounds like she is heading out. That is her choice and her perogative – I think she’s crazy, but still; not my choice.
But what ticks me off about this whole thing is that she is just leading J on letting him think that it will all be fine - when in actuality? It looks like she is going, going gone. Actually, I can’t believe he doesn’t know deep down – he’s got to know on some level – don’t you think?
After I told Hubby everything – he remarked that he thought something odd was going on because of her behavior at the Christmas party. He said she was very much not herself and was being very mean to J. Hubby said at the time, he thought she’d just had too much too drink. Apparently not.
Yes, she's entitled to do what she wants (crazy or not) but it's the way that she's handling it that disturbs me the most.
Is this not the craziest thing you've heard?
See Gayle? This is why my blog is so private - otherwise I couldn't get stuff like this out!!
Is it weird that I keep clicking on View Blog just to revel in my template? Of course it's not......(and if it is - don't tell me!)
BUT, if it goes wonky - somebody please let me know!
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My friend, Respectfully Yours, over at Here Is What I Think has an ambitious goal and has asked for help.
Being the ever-helpful person that I am known to be – I have offered to do what little I can.
She would like to reach 100 followers by midnight on Friday. Personally, I’m kinda surprised she doesn’t already have at least that many because she is funny – funny with a capital F!
One of her posts had me giggling so hard that I was crying. After all the strange looks I received from my co-workers – I had to make a deal with myself not to read her stuff at work anymore……..
So, if you have a moment, go by and visit. You’ll love her – promise!
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Now for the post you’ve all been waiting for…..
I’m only going to hit the high-lights without going too much into the backstory because otherwise? I’d be writing a novella.
My friend (let’s call her R), informed me that she could begin receiving a substantial amount of money monthly from her deceased ex-husband IF she were single. I know that they are in a financial bind right now as all the children are in college – but WTF??????
As R continued to talk she goes on to tell me that her divorce was final last month! (How she talked her husband into that I'll never know) She continued to claim that she still loved her husband and wasn’t planning on going anywhere but . . .actions (and outfits) can sometimes speak louder than words. At one point during the weekend she mentioned that she had a checking account that her hubby didn’t know about and that she “didn’t know where she’d be in the next two-three years” (which is when the kids will all be out of college). She also mentioned several times that he “smothers” her. She acted like he has problems with her going out with her friends (from where I stand – I have never witnessed this……in the past it had been her not wanting to go out with the girls for dinner, etc.).
First of all – this sounds like fraud to me (IF it is as she claims – just for the money – and she’s not planning to leave). Second of all – her husband loves her. I’ve known her previous husband (not the dead one) and have heard plenty about the other two – and not just from her (yup, she’s been in a few marriages). So when she met this one (let’s call him J), I thought she had struck gold.
J dotes on her – he thinks she hung the moon, etc. And for a while there she seemed to think the same about him. When she was so sick (for the past four years she has suffered from a debilitating, chronic illness – which currently seems to be in remission) – sick to the point she (and we all) thought she was dying – J was there for her. Taking care of her, the kids, the house – whatever. He was there – solid.
But from all that I’ve been able to piece together it sounds like she is heading out. That is her choice and her perogative – I think she’s crazy, but still; not my choice.
But what ticks me off about this whole thing is that she is just leading J on letting him think that it will all be fine - when in actuality? It looks like she is going, going gone. Actually, I can’t believe he doesn’t know deep down – he’s got to know on some level – don’t you think?
After I told Hubby everything – he remarked that he thought something odd was going on because of her behavior at the Christmas party. He said she was very much not herself and was being very mean to J. Hubby said at the time, he thought she’d just had too much too drink. Apparently not.
Yes, she's entitled to do what she wants (crazy or not) but it's the way that she's handling it that disturbs me the most.
Is this not the craziest thing you've heard?
See Gayle? This is why my blog is so private - otherwise I couldn't get stuff like this out!!
Is it weird that I keep clicking on View Blog just to revel in my template? Of course it's not......(and if it is - don't tell me!)
January 19, 2010
Today is my Anniversary.....
19 years ago today - I got married. ::sigh:: It's a beautiful moment, isn't it? But.....
Sssh. Let me tell you a secret.
I forgot.
Yup, completely and totally flat out forgot.
My friend called this morning to wish me a happy anniversary (how does she remember this stuff?? I couldn’t tell you when hers is - or apparently, when mine is). My response? Oh shit!
But then in re-playing the morning I thought I was off the hook – because Hubby never mentioned it this morning either. Whew.
Then these arrived. . .
Rats; he remembered!
Sssh. Let me tell you a secret.
I forgot.
Yup, completely and totally flat out forgot.
My friend called this morning to wish me a happy anniversary (how does she remember this stuff?? I couldn’t tell you when hers is - or apparently, when mine is). My response? Oh shit!
But then in re-playing the morning I thought I was off the hook – because Hubby never mentioned it this morning either. Whew.
Then these arrived. . .
Rats; he remembered!
Charleston trip
Charleston, South Carolina is utterly amazing! It is a city rich in history, beauty, charm, food & shopping!
We arrived around lunch time on Friday. After checking in, we immediately took off to explore and find some lunch.
Our hotel was FABULOUS!! Just a little background; it first opened in 1924 and was considered the largest and grandest hotel in the Carolinas. After a $12 million renovation it re-opened in 1996. It is listed as one of the Historic Hotels of America.
Although, it was rather pricey (especially considering we were rarely in the room) – it was well worth it in service and location and it was beautiful! It is located in the heart of the historic district and we were able to walk just about everywhere.
This was good – because the streets are narrow and very congested – so driving could easily become a chore.
Every meal we ate while in Charleston was extraordinarily yummy. I feel sure I gained at least 10 pounds. Impossible to do in 3 days you say? Not so. When you are surrounded by food so very yummy – you just cannot stop eating.
One meal was so amazing that I must tell you about it:
Low Country Shrimp & Grits. This dish was to die for! Consists of sauteed shrimp, tasso ham, peppers, onions over stone ground pepperjack grits with a rich lobster gravy. I’ve had shrimp & grits before and it's been good; but this time?? Pure heaven! This is something Hubby is going to have to learn how to make. I actually cleaned my plate – something I usually don’t do; but it was sooooooooo yummy.
Saturday, unfortunately, it rained all day long. And it was cold. Luckily it wasn’t pouring; but still. We got a late start – because we’d had a late night on Friday. All I’m willing to say is – that for once, I didn’t embarrass myself…..but she did! Except for a few bruises a good time was had. My friend wanted to visit an old school friend who was in the hospital while we were there. This poor soul has been in the hospital for three months and, outside her children, hasn’t had many visitors. So I dropped my friend off and drove around for a bit to soak up the local flavor while she visited.
After picking her back up – we headed out to Rainbow Row. Rainbow Row is a street filled with colorful historic homes. These homes are jaw-droppingly beautiful. There are two legends regarding the reasons for the paint colors. One was that the homes were painted in different and bright colors so that intoxicated sailors coming in from port could remember (and find) the houses that they were to bunk in. The other version, dates back to when these homes were used as stores. It is said that the colors were used so that owners could direct their illiterate slaves to the proper buildings for shopping.
Apparently, after the Civil War this area had fallen into slum-like conditions (almost impossible to believe after seeing the homes). In the early 1900’s a woman named Dorothy Porcher Legge purchased several homes and renovated them. She chose to paint them pink based on a Colonial Caribbean color scheme. Others soon followed suite.
We also checked out the waterfront, The Battery, the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon. Then we had to go back to the room for a nap before dinner.
Since it rained all day Saturday, we decided to delay our departure on Sunday so we could do some more shopping. I found a few things for the guys. And of course, these......
Since they needed a good home; I had to get them. Plus – they were calling my name….. seriously! They are sooooo cute; how could I say no?
Thank goodness we did delay our departure – because Sunday was beautiful. The sun was shining and by the time we left it was 70 degrees.
It was a fabulous trip and I cannot wait to go back. I believe if we’d been there for a week we may have barely scratched the surface of all there is to see and do. There are historic home tours, plantation tours, carriage ride tours, haunted boat rides, the beach, Fort Sumter, the USS Yorktown tour . . . .
As it was an easy 5 hour trip for us - I will definitely be heading back with the family in tow. If you ever have the opportunity, I suggest you take it.
We arrived around lunch time on Friday. After checking in, we immediately took off to explore and find some lunch.
Our hotel was FABULOUS!! Just a little background; it first opened in 1924 and was considered the largest and grandest hotel in the Carolinas. After a $12 million renovation it re-opened in 1996. It is listed as one of the Historic Hotels of America.
The Francis Marion
The lobby
This was good – because the streets are narrow and very congested – so driving could easily become a chore.
Every meal we ate while in Charleston was extraordinarily yummy. I feel sure I gained at least 10 pounds. Impossible to do in 3 days you say? Not so. When you are surrounded by food so very yummy – you just cannot stop eating.
One meal was so amazing that I must tell you about it:
Low Country Shrimp & Grits. This dish was to die for! Consists of sauteed shrimp, tasso ham, peppers, onions over stone ground pepperjack grits with a rich lobster gravy. I’ve had shrimp & grits before and it's been good; but this time?? Pure heaven! This is something Hubby is going to have to learn how to make. I actually cleaned my plate – something I usually don’t do; but it was sooooooooo yummy.
Saturday, unfortunately, it rained all day long. And it was cold. Luckily it wasn’t pouring; but still. We got a late start – because we’d had a late night on Friday. All I’m willing to say is – that for once, I didn’t embarrass myself…..but she did! Except for a few bruises a good time was had. My friend wanted to visit an old school friend who was in the hospital while we were there. This poor soul has been in the hospital for three months and, outside her children, hasn’t had many visitors. So I dropped my friend off and drove around for a bit to soak up the local flavor while she visited.
After picking her back up – we headed out to Rainbow Row. Rainbow Row is a street filled with colorful historic homes. These homes are jaw-droppingly beautiful. There are two legends regarding the reasons for the paint colors. One was that the homes were painted in different and bright colors so that intoxicated sailors coming in from port could remember (and find) the houses that they were to bunk in. The other version, dates back to when these homes were used as stores. It is said that the colors were used so that owners could direct their illiterate slaves to the proper buildings for shopping.
Apparently, after the Civil War this area had fallen into slum-like conditions (almost impossible to believe after seeing the homes). In the early 1900’s a woman named Dorothy Porcher Legge purchased several homes and renovated them. She chose to paint them pink based on a Colonial Caribbean color scheme. Others soon followed suite.
My next home
(I wish!)
We also checked out the waterfront, The Battery, the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon. Then we had to go back to the room for a nap before dinner.
Since it rained all day Saturday, we decided to delay our departure on Sunday so we could do some more shopping. I found a few things for the guys. And of course, these......
Since they needed a good home; I had to get them. Plus – they were calling my name….. seriously! They are sooooo cute; how could I say no?
Thank goodness we did delay our departure – because Sunday was beautiful. The sun was shining and by the time we left it was 70 degrees.
It was a fabulous trip and I cannot wait to go back. I believe if we’d been there for a week we may have barely scratched the surface of all there is to see and do. There are historic home tours, plantation tours, carriage ride tours, haunted boat rides, the beach, Fort Sumter, the USS Yorktown tour . . . .
As it was an easy 5 hour trip for us - I will definitely be heading back with the family in tow. If you ever have the opportunity, I suggest you take it.
January 18, 2010
It's cryptic; I know....
Where to begin???
I had this whole post about Charleston and our girls weekend just about written. All it needed was some tweaking and a few pictures.....so why can't I post it?
Because although we had a wonderful time and Charleston is AMAZING!...... If you ever have the opportunity - GO!!!!! It's fabulous.
But.....
There remains the bombshell that my dear friend dropped on me before we even left the city limits!!!! And we had a five hour drive ahead of us. And a whole weekend.
I'm concerned. About her. About her family. About how much to reveal (even though she doesn't know I blog). About everything.
Major tip....if you are planning a weekend away with friends - wait to drop the bombshell, if you have one to drop. Why? Because it casts a pall over the weekend for the one you've told. Because no matter how much fun we were having . . . it was there. Hovering over my head the whole time.
So, I'll get to the trip. I promise. But right now I'm wrestling with the information I have. She asked me not to tell Hubby .... but seriously???? How could I not? And she had to have known that I couldn't keep this from him. That I couldn't deal with this craziness alone. I had to tell someone.
So I told him....and before it's all over I may tell you - because really? What's the point of this blog if I can't be truthful?
Hubby was as apalled as I was - and was much more forthright than I was when faced with this info. But....as I informed Hubby - I had a whole weekend to face with her.
What they say is true. You think you know someone; but then.....they prove you wrong.
Despite it all, I still love her dearly. But I have to wonder about her thought processes....and, in the true Gigi-fashion, can I fix this??
I had this whole post about Charleston and our girls weekend just about written. All it needed was some tweaking and a few pictures.....so why can't I post it?
Because although we had a wonderful time and Charleston is AMAZING!...... If you ever have the opportunity - GO!!!!! It's fabulous.
But.....
There remains the bombshell that my dear friend dropped on me before we even left the city limits!!!! And we had a five hour drive ahead of us. And a whole weekend.
I'm concerned. About her. About her family. About how much to reveal (even though she doesn't know I blog). About everything.
Major tip....if you are planning a weekend away with friends - wait to drop the bombshell, if you have one to drop. Why? Because it casts a pall over the weekend for the one you've told. Because no matter how much fun we were having . . . it was there. Hovering over my head the whole time.
So, I'll get to the trip. I promise. But right now I'm wrestling with the information I have. She asked me not to tell Hubby .... but seriously???? How could I not? And she had to have known that I couldn't keep this from him. That I couldn't deal with this craziness alone. I had to tell someone.
So I told him....and before it's all over I may tell you - because really? What's the point of this blog if I can't be truthful?
Hubby was as apalled as I was - and was much more forthright than I was when faced with this info. But....as I informed Hubby - I had a whole weekend to face with her.
What they say is true. You think you know someone; but then.....they prove you wrong.
Despite it all, I still love her dearly. But I have to wonder about her thought processes....and, in the true Gigi-fashion, can I fix this??
January 17, 2010
I'm home!!!!!!!
Ohhhhhh! It feels soooo good to be home.
I've been trying to catch up (you guys are a busy bunch! 3 days and it seems like I've missed a lot!).
We had a wonderful time and I can't wait to go back! We did a lot - but there was no time to see and do everything we wanted. I think if we had stayed for a month we couldn't have gotten it all in. The houses, the history, the shopping......
Friday was beautiful; but we didn't arrive until early afternoon.
Saturday - it rained the whole time and was cold. But we had a great time anyway.
Sunday - beautiful! But we had to leave early afternoon.
Will catch up with you all in the coming days! I've some pictures and maybe a story or two. But for now? I'm exhausted and must hit the hay. Unfortunately, I have to work tomorrow.....
Missed you all so very much! And it's great to be back!!!!!
I've been trying to catch up (you guys are a busy bunch! 3 days and it seems like I've missed a lot!).
We had a wonderful time and I can't wait to go back! We did a lot - but there was no time to see and do everything we wanted. I think if we had stayed for a month we couldn't have gotten it all in. The houses, the history, the shopping......
Friday was beautiful; but we didn't arrive until early afternoon.
Saturday - it rained the whole time and was cold. But we had a great time anyway.
Sunday - beautiful! But we had to leave early afternoon.
Will catch up with you all in the coming days! I've some pictures and maybe a story or two. But for now? I'm exhausted and must hit the hay. Unfortunately, I have to work tomorrow.....
Missed you all so very much! And it's great to be back!!!!!
January 14, 2010
New look
How do you like it?
It's okay - I don't love it. But it will have to do as a temporary fix.
As far as I can determine - Blogger changed something which in turn screwed up several templates - including my beloved template! I couldn't figure out how to change it and truthfully, I don't have time right now.
As it is I have spent the majority of today working on this one. And still can't figure out how to fix the links in the navigation bar (aaarggghh!).
I have spent hours looking through templates only to come up with one that is just ::ehh::
So, I'm sorry friends - you'll most likely have to live with this one for a bit - at least until I get back from my trip.
Yay! My trip! I'm outta here early tomorrow; I'm so excited!
It's okay - I don't love it. But it will have to do as a temporary fix.
As far as I can determine - Blogger changed something which in turn screwed up several templates - including my beloved template! I couldn't figure out how to change it and truthfully, I don't have time right now.
As it is I have spent the majority of today working on this one. And still can't figure out how to fix the links in the navigation bar (aaarggghh!).
I have spent hours looking through templates only to come up with one that is just ::ehh::
So, I'm sorry friends - you'll most likely have to live with this one for a bit - at least until I get back from my trip.
Yay! My trip! I'm outta here early tomorrow; I'm so excited!
January 13, 2010
Do you see what I see?
I've just realized that when I view my blog (which I don't usually do - as I'm usually on the dashboard or whatever) from home - it's not right.
Can you guys see the little scroll-y thing at the top and all the lines? Cause I can't. At least not from here. At work it's fine. All I see from here is a light brown background, words and pictures. There are not any lines to delineate the columns or tabs. My pretty little scroll-y thing isn't there. What gives??
Am wondering if it has to do with Windows 7.....
I don't want to have to find a new template that works across the board y'all! (can you hear the whine?). I like this template! I haven't figured out the bugs yet (that may be because I haven't really tried....) but I like this one!
I suppose if I have to (stamping my foot HARD!) I will find another template - but I won't like it. I won't like it at all - so there! (sticking tongue out at computer)
So please let me know - what do you see?
Can you guys see the little scroll-y thing at the top and all the lines? Cause I can't. At least not from here. At work it's fine. All I see from here is a light brown background, words and pictures. There are not any lines to delineate the columns or tabs. My pretty little scroll-y thing isn't there. What gives??
Am wondering if it has to do with Windows 7.....
I don't want to have to find a new template that works across the board y'all! (can you hear the whine?). I like this template! I haven't figured out the bugs yet (that may be because I haven't really tried....) but I like this one!
I suppose if I have to (stamping my foot HARD!) I will find another template - but I won't like it. I won't like it at all - so there! (sticking tongue out at computer)
So please let me know - what do you see?
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