If you watch people when they walk their pets, you have to wonder if their attitude reflects their parenting or potential parenting skills.
Some walk at the animal's pace, letting it amble along sniffing, checking out everything while others drag their furbabies by the neck, impatient to get it over and done. Makes me curious if their children have the same attitude. The lucky ones have someone who knows they are confined most of the time and walking is as much about exploring and getting out as exercise while the others regard it as just another chore that takes time out of their busy lives. You have to wonder why they even bother having a pet.
Can't you just see laidback, happy kids while the others are Type A from hell!?!
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Sunday, June 27, 2010
TS reported a conversation this morning between her girls: Roo: "(Little) Bit stop doing (fill in the blank with some mildly annoying behavior)." Little Bit: "Well, you know (Roo), you have to understand I'm only 3 years old...I don't know any better," followed by an extra-cheesy grin. Hmmm, wonder where she's heard that one, lol!
Sounds a lot like Mom to me!
Sounds a lot like Mom to me!
Saturday, June 26, 2010
At the top of impossible to do list
is to keep from completely cracking up when the person sitting across the lunch table from you answers his phone and has the volume turned up so high you can clearly hear a person identifying herself as from a doctor's office saying, “Mr. He-Who-Shall-Remain-Nameless, I talked to Dr. XXX and he has approved your prescription for Cialis.”
If you can sit through that without losing it, you're a very special person. For that matter, even looking them in the eye without laughing is second on that list. Perhaps I should have been embarrassed but at this stage of life, I found it hilarious. Wonder if he had plans he failed to share with me? Definitely put a damper on it if he did!
If you can sit through that without losing it, you're a very special person. For that matter, even looking them in the eye without laughing is second on that list. Perhaps I should have been embarrassed but at this stage of life, I found it hilarious. Wonder if he had plans he failed to share with me? Definitely put a damper on it if he did!
Friday, June 25, 2010
More This & That
It's been a busy week, almost too busy for the laid back style I prefer, but nice to have someone who wants to include you in their lives.
TS and the girls came over yesterday afternoon. (I have to say yesterday since it is after 4 a.m. on Friday!) They had a great time and just before leaving, Roo told me twice that she wantes to come live with me. I'd like to believe it's my personality, charisma, charm, and just being an overall fantastic grandmother but I'm pretty sure it's the swimming pools here at my complex that are the real appeal.
Wish TS had time to share some of their "adventures." After hearing Roo's discourse on a dead bee and dead squirrel, she thinks her daughter has found her calling as a professional eulogist as she can always find something good to say about anything. Perhaps she will be able to elaborate on it soon.
TS and the girls came over yesterday afternoon. (I have to say yesterday since it is after 4 a.m. on Friday!) They had a great time and just before leaving, Roo told me twice that she wantes to come live with me. I'd like to believe it's my personality, charisma, charm, and just being an overall fantastic grandmother but I'm pretty sure it's the swimming pools here at my complex that are the real appeal.
Wish TS had time to share some of their "adventures." After hearing Roo's discourse on a dead bee and dead squirrel, she thinks her daughter has found her calling as a professional eulogist as she can always find something good to say about anything. Perhaps she will be able to elaborate on it soon.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Not a good idea after all
Next time I feel domestic and decide I actually want to cook, I think I will lie down until the urge passes!
I had to force myself to go grocery shopping yesterday but while I was there, I did spot some really nice looking pork tenderloins at a decent price and they sort of beckoned to me. Since all you have to do is stick them in the oven for 25-30 minutes, it seemed like a good idea at the time to get one. Plus, I've temporarily grown a little tired of Lean Cuisine and protein bars.
It cooked beautifully and smelled so good that my neighbors were probably drooling. Just one problem though: I thought I was getting just a plain tenderloin but turns out it had been marinated in teriyaki stuff. One taste totally shocked my tastebuds and I wound up spitting it in the garbage. I like some teriyaki flavors but not this particular marinade. Besides, I prefer my tenderloin roasted with just coarse pepper sprinkled on it. I wrapped it in foil and stuck it in the freezer until I can see if TS and her family like it. If not, I'm sure their dogs will. If I ever get the nerve to do this again, I really need to read labels more carefully!
I had to force myself to go grocery shopping yesterday but while I was there, I did spot some really nice looking pork tenderloins at a decent price and they sort of beckoned to me. Since all you have to do is stick them in the oven for 25-30 minutes, it seemed like a good idea at the time to get one. Plus, I've temporarily grown a little tired of Lean Cuisine and protein bars.
It cooked beautifully and smelled so good that my neighbors were probably drooling. Just one problem though: I thought I was getting just a plain tenderloin but turns out it had been marinated in teriyaki stuff. One taste totally shocked my tastebuds and I wound up spitting it in the garbage. I like some teriyaki flavors but not this particular marinade. Besides, I prefer my tenderloin roasted with just coarse pepper sprinkled on it. I wrapped it in foil and stuck it in the freezer until I can see if TS and her family like it. If not, I'm sure their dogs will. If I ever get the nerve to do this again, I really need to read labels more carefully!
Monday, June 21, 2010
Was it my breath?
Son #1 and I decided to have Sunday brunch at Amuse! yesterday, a French restaurant in Midtown. It was okay but not nearly as good as it's touted to be. The experience wound up being pretty funny though when it turned into another of our slightly strange adventures. (He and I seem to attract weird people and/or find ourselves in odd situations way too often!)
Our reservations were at 11:30 a.m., their opening time, and apparently we were our server's first table. She was cute as could be, laughing and relaxed, and very pleasant overall. She took out drink orders, returned with them, took our food order, and stopped by again to see if everything was okay while we were waiting for the food. Different servers and management types drift by all the time to refill glasses, etc. so we didn't think much about it when someone else brought our food.
As the meal progressed, we were talking, catching up on things, and I didn't think too much about her lack of presence for a while. We had requested something to follow our meal when we placed the original order but when we were about finished, she still hadn't reappeared to see if we were ready for that dish. I looked around but didn't see her anywhere. I had a very clear view of the restaurant from my seat, including the service area; however, she remained invisible. She seemed to have simply vanished into thin air. We stopped another server to complete our order and I asked what happened to ours. I was told, "She quit." Just like that. No other explanation, just two words. The server we had been dumped onto was a little harried so we didn't pursue the inquiry. Things like this seem par for the course for him and/or me way too often. Keeps life interesting though, lol.
I still have no idea what happened. I know I brushed and flossed beforehand, even used deodorant, and I'm pretty sure he did also. When we ordered, I asked the difference betweem a Croque Madame and a Croque Monsieur. When she explained the only difference was that a Croque Madame had a cooked egg on top. Of course, my son had to explain that the egg on top, represented ovaries, thus the feminine title! Not sure if he was joking, reasoning it out, or actually knew this for a fact but she laughed and said it was a good tip to remember. I don't think that would have caused her to leave less than 15 minutes into her shift but who knows?
Our reservations were at 11:30 a.m., their opening time, and apparently we were our server's first table. She was cute as could be, laughing and relaxed, and very pleasant overall. She took out drink orders, returned with them, took our food order, and stopped by again to see if everything was okay while we were waiting for the food. Different servers and management types drift by all the time to refill glasses, etc. so we didn't think much about it when someone else brought our food.
As the meal progressed, we were talking, catching up on things, and I didn't think too much about her lack of presence for a while. We had requested something to follow our meal when we placed the original order but when we were about finished, she still hadn't reappeared to see if we were ready for that dish. I looked around but didn't see her anywhere. I had a very clear view of the restaurant from my seat, including the service area; however, she remained invisible. She seemed to have simply vanished into thin air. We stopped another server to complete our order and I asked what happened to ours. I was told, "She quit." Just like that. No other explanation, just two words. The server we had been dumped onto was a little harried so we didn't pursue the inquiry. Things like this seem par for the course for him and/or me way too often. Keeps life interesting though, lol.
I still have no idea what happened. I know I brushed and flossed beforehand, even used deodorant, and I'm pretty sure he did also. When we ordered, I asked the difference betweem a Croque Madame and a Croque Monsieur. When she explained the only difference was that a Croque Madame had a cooked egg on top. Of course, my son had to explain that the egg on top, represented ovaries, thus the feminine title! Not sure if he was joking, reasoning it out, or actually knew this for a fact but she laughed and said it was a good tip to remember. I don't think that would have caused her to leave less than 15 minutes into her shift but who knows?
Friday, June 18, 2010
I'm sorta glad
to see this week wind down. After three trips to the chiropractor, the old back is better but still a long way from being good. With these 90-100 degree temperatures, it definitely has not been a bad week to keep ice packs on it almost all the time. Doesn't it seem strange that you can stay home until you almost die of boredom but when you feel least like getting out, you get invitations every day? I did keep my date with friends to see the Braves on Wednesday and even though it was a great game, I questioned the wisdom of sitting in those hard seats for that long after it was over. Definitely headed back when Sara Evans give a free concert on August 7. Loved the Beach Boys and I'm sure she will do a fantastic job as well.
TS and family are at the beach a couple of days but better them than me. I love the view of the ocean and strolling along the edge of the water but prefer to sit on the dock afterwards and watch others. Had enough direct hot sun growing up in South Georgia and delivering the mail all those years. I also do not have enough nerve to be seen in public in a bathing suit either!
TS and family are at the beach a couple of days but better them than me. I love the view of the ocean and strolling along the edge of the water but prefer to sit on the dock afterwards and watch others. Had enough direct hot sun growing up in South Georgia and delivering the mail all those years. I also do not have enough nerve to be seen in public in a bathing suit either!
Monday, June 14, 2010
I'd forgotten
just how extremely painful back spasms can be! Of course I had to slide my new chair around, along with rearranging the rest of the furniture, and apparently pulled a muscle. It's one of those tying-your-back-in-knots-I'd-scream-if-it-would-help kind of things. Haven't had them in a really long time and hope I never do again. A little better tonight but still very much in evidence. God bless my chiropractor for coming in on his day off!
Sunday, June 13, 2010
My "secret" hotdog recipe
I may have posted this recipe at some point but it's worth sharing again. I've been preparing hotdogs this way since my children were small (a really, really long time ago) and it's still a favorite with them on the rare occasion I get around to doing it now. I promise you will not want them any other way once you've eaten them this way. It's absolutely addictive! And easy! Even better, everything can be prepared ahead of time and simmered when you are ready for them. NOTE: It is essential to toast the buns just before using. Not only does it improve the flavor immensely, it keeps the bread from becoming soggy before it is eaten.
Sauté onion in butter. Stir in catsup, relish, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Score hotdogs, add to sauce, and simmer 10 minutes. Serve on hot, toasted buns.
HOT DOGS DELICIOUS
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 T. butter
1-1/4 c. catsup [14-oz. bottle]
2 T. sweet pickle relish
1 T. vinegar
1 T. sugar
1/4 t. salt
Dash of black pepper
1 lb. hot dogs
Toasted Buns
Sauté onion in butter. Stir in catsup, relish, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Score hotdogs, add to sauce, and simmer 10 minutes. Serve on hot, toasted buns.
Saturday, June 12, 2010
A good day
Before game time, I ordered my favorite pizza combo from the Papa John's just around the corner. Delivery took so long that I was about to call to see what happened when the guy drove up with my order. Turned out workers left the grilled chicken off the first one so had to cook another. To compensate, they sent both of them to me!
I like leftover pizza as much as the next person but two large ones would have had me on a strict pizza regime three times a day for the next week or longer! Fortunately, my neighbor below me lives alone (except for his canine buddy) and he seemed grateful when I offered to share. Probably not as relieved as I was when he accepted, lol. Turned out well and thanks to the Brits' goalie, the US managed to escape with a 1-1 tie after allowing them to score less than four minutes into the game. A good day indeed!
Friday, June 11, 2010
Sharing a favorite
I've been going through some old document files, looking for something that should be there but darned if I know what I've done with it! However, I did run across something I had pasted into a word document long ago when I was doing research for an editorial. I do not recall the author, just that I liked it enough to save it. Here's to enjoying it all over again.
Yes - they do!
Why do I know that? ... let me give you some food for thought.
In the Bible it tells how God will come back on a white horse. If there are no animals in Heaven, where will he get the horse?
It also says the Lamb will lie down beside the Lion. No animals in Heaven?
Psalm 50:10: For every beast of the forest is mine, and the cattle upon a thousand hills. I know all the fowl of the mountains; and the wild beasts of the field are mine.
When God had made the earth and sky,
The flowers and the trees.
He then made all the animals,
The fish, the birds and the bees.
And when at last He'd finished,
Not one was quite the same.
He said, "I'll walk this world of mine,
And give each one a name."
And so he traveled far and wide
And everywhere He went,
A little creature followed him
Until it's strength was spent.
When all were named upon the earth
And in the sky and sea,
The little creature said, "Dear Lord,
There's not one left for me."
Kindly the Father said to him,
"I've left you to the end.
I've turned my own name back to front
And called you dog, my friend."
There is an Indian legend which says when a human dies there is a bridge they must cross to enter into heaven. At the head of that bridge waits every animal that human encountered during their lifetime. The animals, based upon what they know of this person, decide which humans may cross the bridge.... and which are turned away.
"Heaven is the place of final and complete happiness God has prepared for us - and if animals are necessary to make us happy in heaven, then you can be sure God will have them there." --Rev. Billy Graham
Do Animals go to Heaven?
Yes - they do!
Why do I know that? ... let me give you some food for thought.
In the Bible it tells how God will come back on a white horse. If there are no animals in Heaven, where will he get the horse?
It also says the Lamb will lie down beside the Lion. No animals in Heaven?
Psalm 50:10: For every beast of the forest is mine, and the cattle upon a thousand hills. I know all the fowl of the mountains; and the wild beasts of the field are mine.
When God had made the earth and sky,
The flowers and the trees.
He then made all the animals,
The fish, the birds and the bees.
And when at last He'd finished,
Not one was quite the same.
He said, "I'll walk this world of mine,
And give each one a name."
And so he traveled far and wide
And everywhere He went,
A little creature followed him
Until it's strength was spent.
When all were named upon the earth
And in the sky and sea,
The little creature said, "Dear Lord,
There's not one left for me."
Kindly the Father said to him,
"I've left you to the end.
I've turned my own name back to front
And called you dog, my friend."
There is an Indian legend which says when a human dies there is a bridge they must cross to enter into heaven. At the head of that bridge waits every animal that human encountered during their lifetime. The animals, based upon what they know of this person, decide which humans may cross the bridge.... and which are turned away.
"Heaven is the place of final and complete happiness God has prepared for us - and if animals are necessary to make us happy in heaven, then you can be sure God will have them there." --Rev. Billy Graham
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Ruining a good day
How to ruin a perfectly good day in one fell swoop: See the best chiropractor in Atlanta, be given some delicous local tomatoes, shop at Trader Joe's for little things only they seem to carry, have your favorite Starbucks Skinny Mocha for lunch, get home feeling fine, open the mail and find the homeowners tax exemption you were told you were eligible for has been eliminated! It was not a large amount but did save a little bit. I still stay in my house some when I am there, own no property outside Telfair County, get nothing out of it while continuing to pay upkeep and expenses.
To say I am totally p***ed, is a vast understatement! It seems because I changed my voter’s registration to Fulton County that I am no longer allowed to claim this. Just another way for Telfair County to screw those people who do pay their bills on time while they let others go for years never bothering to pay any property taxes! What a crock! And, not that I need one, but what better reason to never move back there?
Funny that I can buy my auto tag there but I'm not allowed to benefit from the only property owners' exemption still left. I feel sorrier for my friends who are there than for myself though. It has always been on the backs of those who pay their taxes while others in much better shape ignore their obligations and we who take ours seriously are hit up more and more every direction we turn. Promises, promises and still we get the short end of the stick. You know, the one with all the brown stuff on it!
To say I am totally p***ed, is a vast understatement! It seems because I changed my voter’s registration to Fulton County that I am no longer allowed to claim this. Just another way for Telfair County to screw those people who do pay their bills on time while they let others go for years never bothering to pay any property taxes! What a crock! And, not that I need one, but what better reason to never move back there?
Funny that I can buy my auto tag there but I'm not allowed to benefit from the only property owners' exemption still left. I feel sorrier for my friends who are there than for myself though. It has always been on the backs of those who pay their taxes while others in much better shape ignore their obligations and we who take ours seriously are hit up more and more every direction we turn. Promises, promises and still we get the short end of the stick. You know, the one with all the brown stuff on it!
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