I was reading a post on FB by a New York Times writer and was a wittle dismayed.
He wanted us to know that the Republicans needed to change their mind warp.
I felt it was incumbent upon me to point out that we are almost-all of American-according to the election results--divided on most all issues.
This is not a victory for anyone.
This mind warp...is a real problem.
I posted a reply and told him, that he is only half right.
That in our weakened state...we are open to serious conflict from a variety of outside forces.
That my most fervent hope was that it would not-not take another 9-11 type disaster to bring us together.
I did say a little piece about sheep.
Falling off a Cliff-fiscal-something like that.
We need to find common ground in this country.....and if that is impossible-then set some damn ground rules that are fair to everyone.
According to everyone their rights......so they do not feel they have to fight for them.
I hate the haters.
People, whose very first inclination is to be Nasty, Stupid, or Worse.
For example-----President Obama won the election for President of the United States of America.
So why would a celebrity who supports him-write something ignorant about or to the man who lost?
After the election results were in?
Look, golf rounds aside.....vacays aside....loud parties aside...spending our tax dollars like a drunken sailor aside......I have seen the gray hair in Barack's head since he won the last election.
I really think it will be all gray when he leaves this last time.
Maybe that is it......even inside a pea-size brain like the hecklers of Mitt Romney.....they know the win is the beginning of a very difficult job.
One where so very many mistakes can cost so very many lives.
The whole weight of the world.......whew!
Being held accountable......for everything you do or don't do.
Nah----the media has prevented this from occurring. You have not seen the half of it-and probably won't.
Still, it is time we set all of the hate aside and pick up the Peace stick.
Like a scepter---that fills the chasm existing with purpose, hope, and success.
I do hope this occurs. We are on the brink of a Golden Age or a Black Cloud of Ashes.
I choose the Golden Age.
Let's resolve to evolve. Yeah, Lets!
Thursday, November 8, 2012
Frustration---the warped tool.
I was raised as a lady. I do not ever, want to be anything less.
My parents never or rarely sweared in front of us, and I doubt they did it in private, to each other.
I live, with my true love, on an 11 acre soybean farm, however, our living space is tiny-compared to what I have always been used to.
And while it is fine to have 2 people a bit cramped up---having 5, is insane.
Add three pets, and it is virtual mayhem.
Especially using your living space-well part of it, as an office for the shop-adjacent to the living space.
In comes the 3 other people who work here.
Insane or very-very frustrating.........both, at times.
I am starting to swear like a sailor-----now, I wonder why they get the blame for that????
I have never heard a sailor swear.
I do hear the people here swear alot and it is grating on the old nerves.
A guy thing........I don't think so......really has to do with the way you were raised.
And.......I am raising my voice more......this has nothing to do, I fear, with the man I love, being hard of hearing.......or me, being hard of hearing, either...........I am stressed.
I have been acting out and behaving badly------a real 'breaking bad' thing-ie.
I am ashamed and will do penance.
I can get outside and take walks, but there are only so many times a day you can do this.
I really consider this an invasion of my home...so we have set ground rules......
In by 10am and out by 7pm..........
I admit, I still don't like it too much......but, it is the price you pay for having an on site business.
Or help with that business.
Frustration.............is a very warping tool.
I think I will watch a movie......see you later. Actually, I hope I don't.
My parents never or rarely sweared in front of us, and I doubt they did it in private, to each other.
I live, with my true love, on an 11 acre soybean farm, however, our living space is tiny-compared to what I have always been used to.
And while it is fine to have 2 people a bit cramped up---having 5, is insane.
Add three pets, and it is virtual mayhem.
Especially using your living space-well part of it, as an office for the shop-adjacent to the living space.
In comes the 3 other people who work here.
Insane or very-very frustrating.........both, at times.
I am starting to swear like a sailor-----now, I wonder why they get the blame for that????
I have never heard a sailor swear.
I do hear the people here swear alot and it is grating on the old nerves.
A guy thing........I don't think so......really has to do with the way you were raised.
And.......I am raising my voice more......this has nothing to do, I fear, with the man I love, being hard of hearing.......or me, being hard of hearing, either...........I am stressed.
I have been acting out and behaving badly------a real 'breaking bad' thing-ie.
I am ashamed and will do penance.
I can get outside and take walks, but there are only so many times a day you can do this.
I really consider this an invasion of my home...so we have set ground rules......
In by 10am and out by 7pm..........
I admit, I still don't like it too much......but, it is the price you pay for having an on site business.
Or help with that business.
Frustration.............is a very warping tool.
I think I will watch a movie......see you later. Actually, I hope I don't.
Puppy love. Kitten bears.Don't let them down.
This is the time of year that we start seeing animals around the farm.
Abandoned. Neglected. Dropped off.
It is sooooooo cold, in the early morning.
People believe that this way-dropping the animal off-someone else will take the puppy, kitten, usually pregnant cat, or dog...in and feed, house, and care for it.
Because, if they take it to a shelter, it will be killed.
This is simply not true, depending on where you go.
What they seem to fail to realize is:
that if you dump your pet--the person you dump it on, may not realize that it isn't a neighbors'. ( me)
The pet could be killed by traffic.
Attacked by other animals.
Thus, killed.
That my dogs are very-very territorial-and if they get loose-I fear the worse.
Also, we have coyotes that howl in a field behind us. Not good.
And I live in a very small space......with three pets, already.
I would have to take the animal to a shelter-hopefully, a no-kill shelter.
Times are very hard for everyone right now.
Pets-animals, suffer first in a bad economy---no matter what bullshit you hear to the contrary from a bias press, eager to hide flaws.
Life is far from the rosy picture they paint....far from it for many-many people.- Zoombie artificial idiots!
Winter is basically here. Cold. Frozen. Winter.
Please do not dump your pets on someone else.
Please be responsible and find a no-kill shelter or adoptive situation for them.
Open your hearts and home if you can.
We did.......to three lovely babies....and could not be happier.
Okay, when I am required to let them out at 6am-7am-8am....it gets a little tuff.
I age daily, in the 30* temps..........brrrrrrrr.
TG they stay in-in winter---'cept for walkies.
Be responsible---and if you can't....find someone who can.
Pets are here to love.....us and we, them.
Not to abuse......neglect......or harm.
So please. Do the right thing.
You know what that is, without someone having to tell you.
Abandoned. Neglected. Dropped off.
It is sooooooo cold, in the early morning.
People believe that this way-dropping the animal off-someone else will take the puppy, kitten, usually pregnant cat, or dog...in and feed, house, and care for it.
Because, if they take it to a shelter, it will be killed.
This is simply not true, depending on where you go.
What they seem to fail to realize is:
that if you dump your pet--the person you dump it on, may not realize that it isn't a neighbors'. ( me)
The pet could be killed by traffic.
Attacked by other animals.
Thus, killed.
That my dogs are very-very territorial-and if they get loose-I fear the worse.
Also, we have coyotes that howl in a field behind us. Not good.
And I live in a very small space......with three pets, already.
I would have to take the animal to a shelter-hopefully, a no-kill shelter.
Times are very hard for everyone right now.
Pets-animals, suffer first in a bad economy---no matter what bullshit you hear to the contrary from a bias press, eager to hide flaws.
Life is far from the rosy picture they paint....far from it for many-many people.- Zoombie artificial idiots!
Winter is basically here. Cold. Frozen. Winter.
Please do not dump your pets on someone else.
Please be responsible and find a no-kill shelter or adoptive situation for them.
Open your hearts and home if you can.
We did.......to three lovely babies....and could not be happier.
Okay, when I am required to let them out at 6am-7am-8am....it gets a little tuff.
I age daily, in the 30* temps..........brrrrrrrr.
TG they stay in-in winter---'cept for walkies.
Be responsible---and if you can't....find someone who can.
Pets are here to love.....us and we, them.
Not to abuse......neglect......or harm.
So please. Do the right thing.
You know what that is, without someone having to tell you.
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Caramel Apple Easy.....
My Fiance and I stopped by a small farm, on our way back from a vendors show, this past weekend.
It is that time of the year where you find all of the fun Pumpkin and Apple Farms and Festivals.
I love to walk into, usually a barn-close to the road---and have all of the wonderful produce on display for the taking-after the cash has changed hands, of course. lol.
We end up taking home so much stuff----and we enjoy every bit of it.
I made Salsa with fresh tomatoes.
Slaw with fresh cabbage.
Goes on and on.
But, something I was really taken with was the little Caramel Apple bar.
They sliced up a green apple-covered it in caramel and then added nuts.
Anyone who has tried to bite into a Caramel Apple, has had it all over their face.
It can be so messy----but delicious......very.
Here you use a fork or spoon.
Novel concept I know-varies from the stick routine.
But you get every bite........without wearing any of it.
Gotta like it-alot. We did!!!
It is that time of the year where you find all of the fun Pumpkin and Apple Farms and Festivals.
I love to walk into, usually a barn-close to the road---and have all of the wonderful produce on display for the taking-after the cash has changed hands, of course. lol.
We end up taking home so much stuff----and we enjoy every bit of it.
I made Salsa with fresh tomatoes.
Slaw with fresh cabbage.
Goes on and on.
But, something I was really taken with was the little Caramel Apple bar.
They sliced up a green apple-covered it in caramel and then added nuts.
Anyone who has tried to bite into a Caramel Apple, has had it all over their face.
It can be so messy----but delicious......very.
Here you use a fork or spoon.
Novel concept I know-varies from the stick routine.
But you get every bite........without wearing any of it.
Gotta like it-alot. We did!!!
Veggie Soup.....
I have to admit that I have hit upon a recipe for Vegetable soup that is awesome........something I do not have occur so very often, with any recipe.
So here goes:
1 ) box Swanson Chicken Broth
2) cups water
1) bag each -(I use Kroger brand at $1.00 a bag)---frozen:
Corn
Green Beans
Peas
I) can of diced tomatoes-a large one.
2) fresh carrots----sliced
2) stalks (from the inside of the stalk) of celery-diced.
3) small potatoes-cut into small cubes.
1) med. size English Roast-cut into cubes
2) cloves of fresh garlic-diced
Salt and pepper
A large sprinkle of dried onion.
I put the whole thing in a large pot--------bring to a boil and then put on simmer for the rest of the day.
Or put it into a crock pot-just let it cook.
It is even better the next day---or.....if there is a whole lot left over ( just two-sometimes three of us) freeze it in individual containers to re-warm later in the week.
So easy to make.........
Enjoy!
So here goes:
1 ) box Swanson Chicken Broth
2) cups water
1) bag each -(I use Kroger brand at $1.00 a bag)---frozen:
Corn
Green Beans
Peas
I) can of diced tomatoes-a large one.
2) fresh carrots----sliced
2) stalks (from the inside of the stalk) of celery-diced.
3) small potatoes-cut into small cubes.
1) med. size English Roast-cut into cubes
2) cloves of fresh garlic-diced
Salt and pepper
A large sprinkle of dried onion.
I put the whole thing in a large pot--------bring to a boil and then put on simmer for the rest of the day.
Or put it into a crock pot-just let it cook.
It is even better the next day---or.....if there is a whole lot left over ( just two-sometimes three of us) freeze it in individual containers to re-warm later in the week.
So easy to make.........
Enjoy!
Friday, October 12, 2012
Good Health.
We all want to achieve good health and definitely maintain it.
How can we insure we are doing the utmost to do so?
Food. Moderation and variety is key.
Vitamins.--not real damn difficult to determine------Brands---some very good ones out there.
Exercise.-You can join a gym--not necessary--start with walking.
Fluids.-Water-Green Tea-Juice ( lower the sugar level the better)
Rest.-This is different for everyone-recommended is 8 hours a night. Starting at 10pm--this is the supposed time your body regenerates itself...some health gurus actually take a vitamin shake before bed, to aid this process. A vitamin nightcap.
They all play a huge part in our overall health.
So does good mental health.---Read-listen to music-paint-sing-watch movies that make you laugh. ( unlimited ways to mentally relax) Really anything that makes you happy.
I will add a daily Probiotic.
When any of these get out of whack----we have the potential to become ill.
Skipping meals.---a big fat NO!
Burning the candle at both ends.-Just don't do it.
Not getting enough nourishment or fluids.-Try to stick to a routine.
Stress is a killer.---try to break out of bad habit patterns.
When sick:
The first thing any doctor you see, will do, is prescribe meds.......pharmaceuticals..
This is a poor response, albeit, at times absolutely necessary.
I like and think highly of Holistic medicine. The Holistic approach.
This has become a very amazing alternative to traditional medicine.
Most herbal remedies do not have the horrible side effects that traditional medicine does.
Alot of people are afraid to try anything different , because they have a life threatening illness----even if the medicine is making them sick.
I heard recently that the Chemo treatment a lady took gave her a heart attack and she died. Young.
This is a tragedy that should not happen.
A company that can help keep you healthy:
Shaklee.....has been supplying vitamins to people for over 50 years.
Excellent skin care products also.
Stay healthy if you can...even if you start late in life......it is a very good thing.
How can we insure we are doing the utmost to do so?
Food. Moderation and variety is key.
Vitamins.--not real damn difficult to determine------Brands---some very good ones out there.
Exercise.-You can join a gym--not necessary--start with walking.
Fluids.-Water-Green Tea-Juice ( lower the sugar level the better)
Rest.-This is different for everyone-recommended is 8 hours a night. Starting at 10pm--this is the supposed time your body regenerates itself...some health gurus actually take a vitamin shake before bed, to aid this process. A vitamin nightcap.
They all play a huge part in our overall health.
So does good mental health.---Read-listen to music-paint-sing-watch movies that make you laugh. ( unlimited ways to mentally relax) Really anything that makes you happy.
I will add a daily Probiotic.
When any of these get out of whack----we have the potential to become ill.
Skipping meals.---a big fat NO!
Burning the candle at both ends.-Just don't do it.
Not getting enough nourishment or fluids.-Try to stick to a routine.
Stress is a killer.---try to break out of bad habit patterns.
When sick:
The first thing any doctor you see, will do, is prescribe meds.......pharmaceuticals..
This is a poor response, albeit, at times absolutely necessary.
I like and think highly of Holistic medicine. The Holistic approach.
This has become a very amazing alternative to traditional medicine.
Most herbal remedies do not have the horrible side effects that traditional medicine does.
Alot of people are afraid to try anything different , because they have a life threatening illness----even if the medicine is making them sick.
I heard recently that the Chemo treatment a lady took gave her a heart attack and she died. Young.
This is a tragedy that should not happen.
A company that can help keep you healthy:
Shaklee.....has been supplying vitamins to people for over 50 years.
Excellent skin care products also.
Stay healthy if you can...even if you start late in life......it is a very good thing.
The worse neighbor a girl can have.........
I live in the country.
There was a time that all country folk stuck together...through thick and thin.
Not so, in our little corner of the world.
We live in a wonderful spot-out in the wide open-beautiful clear blue skies-green fields-it really is a beautiful place.
And it should be just Heaven---until the guy behind us showed up.
What a whack-job!
AWOL for 5-6 years and then shows up out of the blue----causing an issue his first day back.
We have talked to our Sheriff's department about him twice.
Every time we encounter him-he tries his level best to cause a problem-doesn't matter what--just attention seeking nonsense.
He lies.
He calls names.
He tries to be a nasty bully.
We refuse to speak to him. Which is very very wise.
Let the officials do the heavy lifting with this nutter.
The problem is, he just will not stay away.
What is the matter with people like this?
Bad childhood? He is grossly overweight. A real fatty.
So am I, but I am not mean??????? Or a name-caller-or a blatant liar---or nutty?
People might disagree with that.the last part......certain people...lol.
Maybe he was not loved as a toddler?
He is not loved at all by his new neighbors.
Psychology usually explains it all.
So what to do? We have all seen the videos of crazy neighbors.
We just got some really stellar advice from the Sheriff's office, and we will follow it.
And we are documenting everything.
Very very sad occurrence.
Still, Karma will out. Always does.
Be a good neighbor.......build good Karma........we all need it.
There was a time that all country folk stuck together...through thick and thin.
Not so, in our little corner of the world.
We live in a wonderful spot-out in the wide open-beautiful clear blue skies-green fields-it really is a beautiful place.
And it should be just Heaven---until the guy behind us showed up.
What a whack-job!
AWOL for 5-6 years and then shows up out of the blue----causing an issue his first day back.
We have talked to our Sheriff's department about him twice.
Every time we encounter him-he tries his level best to cause a problem-doesn't matter what--just attention seeking nonsense.
He lies.
He calls names.
He tries to be a nasty bully.
We refuse to speak to him. Which is very very wise.
Let the officials do the heavy lifting with this nutter.
The problem is, he just will not stay away.
What is the matter with people like this?
Bad childhood? He is grossly overweight. A real fatty.
So am I, but I am not mean??????? Or a name-caller-or a blatant liar---or nutty?
People might disagree with that.the last part......certain people...lol.
Maybe he was not loved as a toddler?
He is not loved at all by his new neighbors.
Psychology usually explains it all.
So what to do? We have all seen the videos of crazy neighbors.
We just got some really stellar advice from the Sheriff's office, and we will follow it.
And we are documenting everything.
Very very sad occurrence.
Still, Karma will out. Always does.
Be a good neighbor.......build good Karma........we all need it.
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