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Here's to Mrs. Hayes

I couldn't make this stuff up. Nobody would believe it. Today, I received word that we (at my job) would likely receive an envelope soon that would contain something most interesting... a portion of the remains of a certain Mrs. Hayes. Apparently, Mrs. Hayes recently departed this life and her loving husband of many years wanted her remains (in the form of ashes) to be delivered to places that she had once visited and loved. Athens was on the list. Sure enough, today we received the envelope. We received a bit of Mrs. Hayes.
Here's to Mr. Hayes, wherever you are...a bit of your wife arrived today, and a bit of me tipped my hat to you, while at the same time was glad that I hadn't opened that envelope.
Cheers, Mrs. Hayes.

RE: dad thats lost..

I am sure that there is no greater grief on earth than to lose a child. My heart cries for you. I have no words of advice, but you have my deepest sympathy.

Yes, another 4th of July thread...but a great song from one of our best

I don't miss the States very often; generally, I just miss my sons, other family, and friends. But today, I miss being at home. My home is in the South and I'm not one of those "The South shall rise again" people...not in the least. This song may be indicative of such an era to some, but to me it is just a beautiful medley of songs that represent our history and our climb on the path of freedom. It represents lives lost to gain and preserve that freedom. I hope you will listen to it all the way through and that you will enjoy it as much as I have for many years.



At about the half-way point (2 minutes, 10 seconds into it), this is where I get all choked up. Today I salute all those who have given their lives or have fought for my freedom, from our earliest days until today and beyond. Today I remember my father, whose birthday was yesterday, who almost lost his life in Italy during the 2nd World War. And today, I shall join the Marines who are protecting my Embassy and raise a glass in their honor.

Now, would someone PLEASE send me a rack of Bar-b-que ribs???

RE: what do you think?

I honestly think that I will NOT find "the one". I hope to be proven wrong, but it's sort of a gut feeling that I have of late.
Yes, I'm picky. Always will be. But being picky, to me, is just being selective and knowing who is right for me. Otherwise, what's the point? If we aren't picky about who we wish to spend our time with (perhaps even the rest of our lives), then what are we really saying about ourselves? I'll take anything that comes along so as not to be alone? No, not me. My "standards" or my ideals are not unreasonable or difficult for anyone to meet. And many men do meet my needs when it's just expressed in black and white terms. But I've gotta feel the charge, too. The spark, electricity, chemistry...whatever you want to call it. If it's not there, the kind and good-hearted handsome man who is intelligent and witty and delightful company will STILL not be the one for me. I need to feel something twitch inside me when he comes walking towards me. Ahhhh, hell....maybe I AM too picky!
I live every day to the fullest, but I don't think that love is overrated. I just think that, for me, it will remain elusive.

RE: Hello!

Hi, Rob....nice to see a PositiveOne joining us here!
Welcome aboard. Here's wishing that your book(s) are not drawn from postings on the forums!

RE: Hey!!!...This Could Be Your Perfect Date!!!!

Does anyone know how I could contact any of these guys? I don't know about other women, but I'm extremely turned on right now.

Walking in the rain

Thanks for asking...I've been away from my computer for a bit, so I just now am back to these posts.
I have a lot of things that need to be done on my teeth. It will be a long, unpleasant, expensive process. But it must be done. I thank you for asking!

Walking in the rain

I'm not sure if men will automatically appreciate what it's like for a woman to walk in the rain and allow herself to get drenched. Between the wet hair, trying to protect the contents of my purse, and a t-shirt plastered to my body (not white, thankfully!), actually ENJOYING the rain beating down on me was a refreshing sensation.

RE: YAY me

Bravo! That's terrific!

Walking in the rain

I sometimes read on people's profiles that they like walking in the rain. I wonder how many actually DO that...walk in the rain. I don't mean those times when you step outside because you HAVE to go somewhere and you immediately pop open the umbrella and hurry to your destination. I mean a total drenching, just feeling the rain beat down on you, no umbrella, no hurry, and you just get soaked from head to toe. Today I did just that. I was walking with a friend and it started raining. Big fat raindrops, gradually becoming a downpour. Neither of us had an umbrella, we were in shorts, t-shirts, and sandals, and we were about a 20-minute walk from our homes. We could have ducked into a coffee shop or stood under an overhang, waiting for it to let up, but I asked her when was the last time she had walked in the rain...we looked at each other, grinned, and proceeded to walk. I arrived home totally soaked, but felt absolutely wonderful. I haven't done that for so many years and it felt great.
Anyway, it was a nice reminder to myself to just let loose now and then and enjoy doing some of those things that we say we like to do, but seldom truly do.

Does YOUR profile say that you like a particular thing but you haven't really done that thing in a long, long time? What is it and what are you waiting for?

RE: Both my sons are in prison!!!

Oh, yes....just 2 years ago we were hit with an RPG. It was early in the morning and we weren't yet at work, but it hit about 5 feet away from where I sit now.

RE: Both my sons are in prison!!!

I work in a place where I open mail and receive phone calls at least a couple of times each week where myself and my colleagues are threatened with death. I guess that makes it a bit unusual.

RE: Why I haven't given up dating American women...

Lovely, Ocee.

RE: Are you an 'oxy moron'?

hot water heater

RE: Sommer and Captain starring in "Love is Selfish"

Bravo! Loved it!

RE: Happy Trails to ya'll...

Ahhhhh, Indy, I'm sorry to see you go, but I know it's for all the right reasons. If you are able to read this, know that you'll be missed. And if you pop in from time to time, do drop me a line. As much as we can be friends in this electronic forum, you have been one of mine. Gonna miss your humor, Bob. The night just got a little darker.

RE: who is your favorite artist?

Being a bit biased, my son is my favorite artist! (He's in post-grad art school now, has had a number of shows and sold some of his work. Yes, I'm a proud Mom, but he does indeed have a gift).
Otherwise, I am most fond of Renoir, Van Gogh, and Monet. As for scultures, I love the work of Praxiteles and Michelangelo.

RE: Hello everyone

Just here for a few laughs, Chuckles?

Welcome! (Welcome back, that is)

RE: Advice, please...and I'm listening

What does HE say about all this, Dru? Have you talked to him the way you are talking to us about what you are feeling inside? Does he know you are on a tightrope now? Or does he think that all is well with your relationship?
If he knows how you feel...truly knows...and cannot make some changes in his life (which are more for him than they really are for you, even though it affects you), then I think you should try to move on. I know it's not an easy thing to do -- far from it -- but, for your own good, you must try to put this relationship in its proper place. Love him still, but love yourself more.

RE: Confessions of an Illuminati insider

I loved the line that began with "About five years ago, when I left the illuminati..."



(Lord, give me strength.)

RE: We got married few hours ago

Awww, thanks for asking! Still hurts. My appointment with the dentist is in just under 11 hours. And I can still hear that drill that you were kind enough to send me!

RE: We got married few hours ago

There's always time for nookie!

RE: We got married few hours ago

Are you pregnant yet?

RE: Has this ever happened to you?

If there's one thing I've learned through such experiences, Sweet, it's that you can't usually detour around the tunnel. You have to work your way through the tunnel before the light starts to come in again. It's never easy, but bit by bit you are working your way through it as each day passes, whether you feel like you are or not. One day you'll stop and realize that you've made it through. Until then, you muddle on and you cry and you miss him, but eventually there will be more laughter than tears and you'll start to feel like your old self again.
You ask if any of us have felt this way? Hell, I've written some pretty decent poetry as a result!

My biggest fear

Ooooohh, don't even mention snakes! Me, too, Sassy...I can't bear them. I've fainted twice in my life, and the first time was when I was on a school field trip when I was 8 years old. We went to the Miami Serpentarium, of all places, and it was a hot day and I was surrounded by snakes (behind glass or in deep pits, but that didn't matter to me!). Next thing I knew, someone was leaning over me and lightly slapping my face, trying to bring me back to consciousness!

My biggest fear

I would go for the gas if I could get it here, but they don't do it as a general rule. I have had no luck finding a dentist who would give me some joy juice beforehand.
As an aside....I bet it WOULD be fun to have lunch with you!

RE: Is it ok to marry and carry more than one wife?

Different cultures from mine do allow this, as I'm sure you know. You ask if it's ok...that is up to you, your wife/wives, and your religion to decide. I don't think it's right or a good thing, but I am saying this from the standpoint of my own culture and what would or would not suit me.
If you are asking if it's ok to have 2 wives secretly, I don't think any religion or culture would condone that...it's deceitful.

My biggest fear

Oh, my God!! That was cruel!! I heard it and I literally winced in pain. I had no idea you had such a mean streak!

My biggest fear

I'm not sure I'm keen on the idea of him making love to me WHILE he takes care of my tooth. It could get confusing. He could say that he's going to pull it out and I could think he means something else, for example. Or, I could say "Don't stop!" and he could think I want him to keep scraping away in my mouth. And imagine the confusion if he tells me to open wide!
But, he is indeed good looking. So maybe I'll just try to focus on him and not on the horrendous pain he will be causing me!

My biggest fear

Something good to do after the visit...I like that idea! Thanks!