This guy can dance:
Evolution of Dance
Funny.
;0)
Monday, November 24, 2008
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Two Steps Forward...
So, if you are looking for a positive, cheerful post, move on. It's ok. I'll wait. I won't look.
For the rest of you that stayed, be prepared for a dark and morbid rant about death. In the past 14 months, our family has watched four people die. I went most of my life without witnessing a lot of death. I can only remember going to five funerals in the first 34 years of my life. Having avoided death for that many years makes you believe that you are immune to it. But, the fact is, your not. It is a part of life. Death hits everyone. Eventually.
Fourteen months ago, I lost my last living grandparent (3 of the 4 died when I was rather young accounting for 3 of the aforementioned funerals). My Dad's Mom died last September. We then lost my Mom the early part of this year. My cousin lost her grandma who we nearly spent every Christmas Eve with growing up. And, last night, my uncle died.
I really thought I was done grieving for my Mom. I was doing so much better. Then, the holidays starting coming and the sinking, sad feeling started creeping back in. This will be my first Thanksgiving without my Mom. It won't be the same. And, I know it never will be. Christmas is something I can't even think about, let alone plan for. Out of the blue, my Dad's brother dies on his way to Arizona for the winter. And, suddenly, those feelings that were creeping back in are, well, back. Completely. I don't want to celebrate Thanksgiving or Christmas without my whole family. I don't want turkey and dressing, football and presents. I am so tired of being afraid to answer the phone thinking "what now"? I hate that all of your co-workers ask why you aren't participating in the Thanksgiving pot luck and finally telling them the truth (even though they wished I hadn't). And, who said everyone has to love the holidays? I've always been kind of a scrooge, but this year, I just want to check out for the holidays. I want to pack my bags and come back on January 1.
I know, I know. Time. Time. Time. Time. Time will heal all wounds. I just want to fast-forward time through the holidays and get this f'in year over with. Bet you wished you would have stopped reading when I gave you the chance, huh?
;0(
For the rest of you that stayed, be prepared for a dark and morbid rant about death. In the past 14 months, our family has watched four people die. I went most of my life without witnessing a lot of death. I can only remember going to five funerals in the first 34 years of my life. Having avoided death for that many years makes you believe that you are immune to it. But, the fact is, your not. It is a part of life. Death hits everyone. Eventually.
Fourteen months ago, I lost my last living grandparent (3 of the 4 died when I was rather young accounting for 3 of the aforementioned funerals). My Dad's Mom died last September. We then lost my Mom the early part of this year. My cousin lost her grandma who we nearly spent every Christmas Eve with growing up. And, last night, my uncle died.
I really thought I was done grieving for my Mom. I was doing so much better. Then, the holidays starting coming and the sinking, sad feeling started creeping back in. This will be my first Thanksgiving without my Mom. It won't be the same. And, I know it never will be. Christmas is something I can't even think about, let alone plan for. Out of the blue, my Dad's brother dies on his way to Arizona for the winter. And, suddenly, those feelings that were creeping back in are, well, back. Completely. I don't want to celebrate Thanksgiving or Christmas without my whole family. I don't want turkey and dressing, football and presents. I am so tired of being afraid to answer the phone thinking "what now"? I hate that all of your co-workers ask why you aren't participating in the Thanksgiving pot luck and finally telling them the truth (even though they wished I hadn't). And, who said everyone has to love the holidays? I've always been kind of a scrooge, but this year, I just want to check out for the holidays. I want to pack my bags and come back on January 1.
I know, I know. Time. Time. Time. Time. Time will heal all wounds. I just want to fast-forward time through the holidays and get this f'in year over with. Bet you wished you would have stopped reading when I gave you the chance, huh?
;0(
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Anyway....
Sorry again for the lack of update. I've been kind of busy, but not doing any thing blog worthy. At least not yet. There may be some things brewing. However, I cannot talk about anything that has not happened yet. But, as soon as I have something blog worthy in my life, I'll let you know. k?
So, nothing new in my world, but the world seems to be moving along. Update on our shelter: we received over 30K in donations. So, we had lots of new, wonderful dogs that were saved from a local kill shelter. Wonderful news there. It is amazing to see people stop by and drop off food and treats for our little guys. The news story touched hearts and I have to thank James Ragland, a Dallas Morning News metro columnist who started a donation challenge. Many dogs were saved by every one's generosity. Much thanks!
The fires in Southern California are devastating. Very sad. Speaking of California, what about Prop 8? There have been numerous protests about this and the protests are all across the country. Not just Cali. You know, there was a time in American history that African Americans were not allowed to marry. That is laughable now. But, what is the difference? Bigotry is Bigotry. It does not matter who the minority is on the other side of hate. I hope that the small minded people of the world will either wake up or shut up. Gay marriage does not make your marriage any less real. Love is love and your small minded fear of something you don't understand does not make discrimination acceptable. It's embarrassing.
So, nothing new in my world, but the world seems to be moving along. Update on our shelter: we received over 30K in donations. So, we had lots of new, wonderful dogs that were saved from a local kill shelter. Wonderful news there. It is amazing to see people stop by and drop off food and treats for our little guys. The news story touched hearts and I have to thank James Ragland, a Dallas Morning News metro columnist who started a donation challenge. Many dogs were saved by every one's generosity. Much thanks!
The fires in Southern California are devastating. Very sad. Speaking of California, what about Prop 8? There have been numerous protests about this and the protests are all across the country. Not just Cali. You know, there was a time in American history that African Americans were not allowed to marry. That is laughable now. But, what is the difference? Bigotry is Bigotry. It does not matter who the minority is on the other side of hate. I hope that the small minded people of the world will either wake up or shut up. Gay marriage does not make your marriage any less real. Love is love and your small minded fear of something you don't understand does not make discrimination acceptable. It's embarrassing.
Friday, November 7, 2008
Dog and Kitty City
I volunteer most Saturdays at a animal shelter in Dallas called the Dog and Kitty City. The shelter itself is home to around 300 cats (I'm not kidding) and 15 dogs at any given time. Due to the economy, the donations have stopped coming in. As a shelter of the Humane Society of Dallas, we rely on donations to continue the amazing work of finding homeless animals a forever home. I found Riley there. And, he is the bestest, bestest dog ever.
Oh, and the cutest!
Instead of getting Starbucks next week, can you donate that $5 to a good cause? The shelter has had to turn away animals. How sad! And, we usually go to local kill shelters and save dogs. Right now, we can't.
Please donate (I'll make you some coffee):
Dog and Kitty City
And, if you are looking for a cat or dog, check us out online or stop by PetSmart on Saturday at Forrest and Inwood between 11-4.
Peace.
;0)
Oh, and the cutest!
Instead of getting Starbucks next week, can you donate that $5 to a good cause? The shelter has had to turn away animals. How sad! And, we usually go to local kill shelters and save dogs. Right now, we can't.
Please donate (I'll make you some coffee):
Dog and Kitty City
And, if you are looking for a cat or dog, check us out online or stop by PetSmart on Saturday at Forrest and Inwood between 11-4.
Peace.
;0)
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Umm, I Think We Can
Take five minutes out of your life and watch this video: YES, WE CAN
Amazing. I love how music can inspire.
Regardless of your politics, watch and listen, truly LISTEN.
That is all.
Peace.
;0)
Amazing. I love how music can inspire.
Regardless of your politics, watch and listen, truly LISTEN.
That is all.
Peace.
;0)
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
History Will Be Made
No matter who wins the presidential election today, history will be made. It does not matter who you voted for today, you participated in a history making election.
I voted for Obama.
And, if you voted for McCain then I'm cool with that. Don't get me wrong, I'm no Obama girl. But, I tend to be very liberal in my thinking. However, I am also very respectful of differing opinions. I think everyone has a right to agree or disagree with my opinions. And, I am also wise enough to know that my views aren't always right, but they are mine. And, I'm entitled to them.
The liberal in me believes:
-women should have the right to abortion.
- that the environment is worth saving.
-that no one person should be discriminated against due to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation or age.
- that gay marriage should be equal to straight marriage.
- that we should help those people that are in need of an extra hand.
- that one person's religious views should not be forced on another, nor does it belong in schools or government.
- in some sort of gun control.
- that every American should pay taxes.
- in Social Security.
-that good health care should not be about your ability to pay.
-that killing animals should never have any thing to do with a sport.
The American in me believes:
-that we should pledge allegiance to the flag.
-that our country is worth fighting terrorists.
-every person should have a vote.
-every person has the right to pursue happiness.
-the economy is strong and will do better without government ownership
And, mostly, I believe that if you don't agree with any of my opinions above, we can still be friends. Let's just agree to not talk about W.
;0)
I voted for Obama.
And, if you voted for McCain then I'm cool with that. Don't get me wrong, I'm no Obama girl. But, I tend to be very liberal in my thinking. However, I am also very respectful of differing opinions. I think everyone has a right to agree or disagree with my opinions. And, I am also wise enough to know that my views aren't always right, but they are mine. And, I'm entitled to them.
The liberal in me believes:
-women should have the right to abortion.
- that the environment is worth saving.
-that no one person should be discriminated against due to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation or age.
- that gay marriage should be equal to straight marriage.
- that we should help those people that are in need of an extra hand.
- that one person's religious views should not be forced on another, nor does it belong in schools or government.
- in some sort of gun control.
- that every American should pay taxes.
- in Social Security.
-that good health care should not be about your ability to pay.
-that killing animals should never have any thing to do with a sport.
The American in me believes:
-that we should pledge allegiance to the flag.
-that our country is worth fighting terrorists.
-every person should have a vote.
-every person has the right to pursue happiness.
-the economy is strong and will do better without government ownership
And, mostly, I believe that if you don't agree with any of my opinions above, we can still be friends. Let's just agree to not talk about W.
;0)
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)