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Mutt Strut

Sunday, August 15, 2010



September 12th, I will be at the Mutt Strut for the Humane Society for their fund raising festival.
The event is on Rt. 88 at Silver Hill Technology park but only from noon to 3 PM. I would love to meet anyone in the area...can't miss me, all pink things...LOL

I have ordered new beads and lots of cat and dog and other animal charms for earrings and necklaces and anklets. Will be hard to wait for them to arrive. I'm hoping to fill all three tables and so look forward to taking pictures of the dogs. Will post them when it's over.

I'm over the scene from yesterday and can't thank all my friends for their kindness, it so helped.

Love you all.

  
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PLSOCK 8/16/2010 11:53AM

    Good luck and have fun! You do such good things for so many others :)

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JOCALAT 8/15/2010 8:31PM

    Have fun!!

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JEANNE229 8/15/2010 7:05PM

    Linda, I am so PROUD of all you do for others (including the 4 legged ones who have no say).

Keep up the good work.

By the way, every time I visit your page, I SWEAR your black kitty is my tucker!

Jeanne

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SPARKLEMAMMY 8/15/2010 6:38PM

    have a great time moon

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PJGABRIEL 8/15/2010 6:31PM

    Sounds like you are having a great time. Good Luck.


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CELTIC_WITCH 8/15/2010 4:23PM

    sounds like a bunch of fun. Good luck!

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DAISY443 8/15/2010 3:56PM

    Can't wait to see those pics! Have a great time!

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SAPNA. 8/15/2010 3:33PM

    So glad you are feeling better after yesterdays upset.

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DARKANGEL062 8/15/2010 2:44PM

    good luck with your Mutt strut festival. Have lots of fun. Do you sell your jewelry on line or a web site i could look at. emoticon

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MORTICIAADDAMS 8/15/2010 2:42PM

    Sounds great! you are a good business woman and it sounds like a great thing to sell at this event.

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I couldn't believe what I was told

Saturday, August 14, 2010



I got to the fair late, and still the first one there, and when she got there, I said it would be good if they could find me a space just for the day, since she was doing face painting and adding merchandise all the time. Well, she turned to me and shouted that they would never give me a booth, I pissed them off. ME!!!!!! They claim I demanded a space when I contacted them, I asked if they could please help me. Found my friend Michael and we talked,, I broke down and didn't want to go back there. But I did. She then apologized for yelling. I broke down again and one of the vendors asked if I was ok, I told her what happened. She couldn't believe I would ever do that too.

Well, I sat there for over an hour, just staring and thinking. I decided I would be the bigger person and not do anything. Should I e mail them and find out what they are talking about or just ignore them????? Then someone came to the booth and bought some jewelry and things were good from then on.

Very emotional day. Finally its over and I can get a normal life back. Some of my Carnival friends came in to see if I will be at their next spot, a potato festival not too far from here. We will see.

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2CATS2LOVE1 8/16/2010 3:54PM

    People can surely be rude at times. Makes you wonder if they are happy inside, huh? You handled it right. By the way, love the cat picture. CUTE!

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PJGABRIEL 8/15/2010 6:45PM

    Sometimes I wonder about people, have had people accuse me of things that I know was not me, and in talking to these people over time, found out they can't remember who they talk to and who did what. So I think your silence spoke volumes, because if you had done what she accused you of, then you would have been right back into her face, and that is not what you did. Sorry about the tears, and glad your day went better, and if it was you then they would have not asked if you were going to be at the next festival.

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PHEBESS 8/15/2010 1:57PM

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DAWNDMOORE40 8/15/2010 1:16PM

    Sometimes not saying anything at all is the best thing! Even if you have someone in your life that is trying to make your day miserable, it will work a lot better if you "Kill them with kindness" so to speak! I have had people in my life that I felt like I just wanted to run over, but then I remember that God created each and every one of us, and he wants us to love our enemies! It is the hardest thing to do! You do good staying calm the way you did and not answering back! You should be proud of yourself! emoticon emoticon emoticon emoticon

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SAPNA. 8/15/2010 1:09PM

    You did well to keep calm and not answer back. You must have got such a bad shock when she spoke to you in such a disgusting way. In life there will always be abnoxious people who are rude to us. Dont think about it any more. All your friends know what a good kind and beautiful person you are. let the pain go and move forward. Tomorrow is another and a better day.

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TUBLADY 8/15/2010 12:12PM

    I commend you for keeping your cool and continuing.
I have done so many fairs, art and craft shows thought out the years I have met people like her . I am very out spoken and don't take any crap from anyone. I pay good money to show and sell at the different venues, so I don't want to get jerked around. Maybe the women was having a bad day and took it out on you. No excuse.
I hope you have better time at your next show.
We crafters and artisans are a dying breed. China and other countries are cutting into out livelihood and past times enjoyment.and hobbies..
But as long as there are some people who like one of a kind beautiful pieces of quality jewelry I will continue to give them that. I feel like you will too. emoticon emoticon emoticon

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TRABOLD8567 8/15/2010 10:28AM

  You did the right thing. She was probably having a bad day and couldn't help herself. Try to let it go and keep making your beautiful jewelry.

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SHERYLP461 8/15/2010 9:29AM

    Perhaps it wasn't you, but her. Sometimes it is better to ask yourself if you said anything to make it happen and if you didn't there is nothing you can do to make it better because you didn't cause the problem. If you didn't cause the problem then just move on, she was probably just having a really stressful day and you were handy to take it out on. You may get an apology from her later.
Sheryl

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DIAMONDFOOLER 8/15/2010 9:18AM

    When this happens, just truly ask yourself if there is anything you could have done differently. I suspect the answer will be no. Therefore, don't do anything else. Just go about your life and hope/pray/or light a candle in hope's she sees what was bugging her so much and she can change her attitude.

I think you did well. I would have eaten myself into a stupor because of my anger, or at least eaten some junk food that was at the fair.

Blessings on you for your fortitude.
Onward to the next fair!
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NANCYRUBIO 8/15/2010 6:12AM

    Do not make ant hasty decisions.You are a sensitive person.Is there anyone you can truly confide in, and get there opinion. Not because they are your friend but because they can see the whole picture. Evaluate their advice.

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JDPS74 8/15/2010 1:17AM

    I have been reading your blogs about these fairs and I have checked out your table pics. I'm sry but I think the woman was just acting out like a teenage girl. First you sat up ur stuff at the same booth area and then you were pushed aside to set up on a smaller one. Then now she yells at you. You did alot better than what I would of done because I would of said I WONDER HOW MUCH I CAN PISS THEM OFF NOW! and I would have pulled them on the phone or if they were there I would of had the woman to go with me because I would have put her on the spot. There are people out there in this world that wants to hurtful, hateful, and down out right cruel because someone is doing better than them. I guess in hinesight you did the right thing by not being confrontaional with the woman because from what I have been seeing and reading that is exactly what she wanted. DON'T LET OTHER PPL KEEP YOU FROM DOING WHAT YOU LOVE TO DO!! Walk by them and just smile and keep walking! emoticon

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MORTICIAADDAMS 8/14/2010 11:16PM

    I don't know that I would mess with this woman any more. She sounds very emotionally labile. I don't like to be around people like that. I would say she was just acting out.

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EMMABE1 8/14/2010 11:03PM

    Well in Australia we would say "she had SOL!! (Sh...t on the liver!!)
Either that or she had a hard time with her DH before you saw her!!
Or even maybe she had mistaken you for someone else!!

If I was you - I would leave things be - you said she apologised - be the "bigger" person and accept that and let it drop. And that means you need to forgive and forget too!!

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JENIFROUFROU 8/14/2010 10:51PM

    Wow! I don't know that it's worth it to write and try to find out about how you allegedly "pissed them off." Anyone who would say something like that isn't going to give you an honest or professional answer anyway. I'm sorry that happened to you.

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SWEETLIPS 8/14/2010 10:49PM

    Sad that happened to you, but if you remember this little tidbit that has helped me: "Hurting people Hurt people. I am glad the day turn out well for you. Keep at it - especially since it is a passion for you and you will receive all kinds of blessings!

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A good day,,

Friday, August 13, 2010

The weather wasn't as hot and the breeze was awesome. Sales were good and so is life. I did my share of buzzing the place in my chair, and going to get diet soda or water....one lady said she couldn't believe how fast I am....I told her it's easy when you are thirsty or hungry. Went shopping after we left.....got tootsie rolls for the kids tomorrow, and frozen dinners for hubby...I am running over 100 copies of hand out and have to make three ordered anklets by tomorrow, so I have to run and will post more tomorrow night...

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SAPNA. 8/14/2010 6:22PM

    I have never seen Tootsie rolls over here. So many things I have never tried. Glad you managed to sell plenty of lovely things. I have had a headache for 2 days so not posting very much.

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LILANGELS 8/14/2010 5:45PM

  You are the busiest woman! Good for you! emoticon

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NANCYRUBIO 8/14/2010 8:39AM

    Sound busy, sound happy. Keep up the good attitude.

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KATHERYNP 8/14/2010 7:52AM

    Thanks for sharing! I can tell you are feeling good about life! That is great!
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JOCALAT 8/14/2010 6:56AM

    Keep going..you're an inspiration!!

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JEANNE229 8/13/2010 11:21PM

    You are so AWESOME! What a difference you are making and how much you are showing others what CAN be done, despite any potential setbacks.

Hugs,
Jeanne

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MORTICIAADDAMS 8/13/2010 10:59PM

    You are really doing great. I love to hear about all you are doing.

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Before and after

Thursday, August 12, 2010


The first day it looked like this.

Then the breakdown left me with this


and this, again....


A lot smaller and yet it still worked.

Met with a man named Michael today, he wrote a book about abuse and we met at the fair last year. He is such a busy man, still writing and will have two more books out soon, working with a group as a vice president,. a board and wants to suggest me as an addition to it. I would love to talk about my abuse and tell women it isn't easy to get out,. but not impossible. He and I talked and talked, hugged and held hands, you see it was him that motivated me to want to move forward, and now I am finding help in so many places. A state senator wants to advice and now Michael to help and a doctor he knows with connections, and.......he has connections in Hollywood,. his book is being made into a manuscript for a movie, he is also going to be interviewed and if I find out when I will post the date and time and network. It was a good day.



the booth next to me was for Remote controlled planes and I am going to find a group near my son and buying him and the boys one for Christmas, and pay for them to join the club. The club teaches them to fly them and maintain them and will give them something for the boys to do together.

Man is it hard to sit there and smell the smells of all the food,. today it was bacon this morning, I finally got up and rolled out and for three dollars got extra crispy bacon and toast and jelly,. I know, not that healthy but man was it good.

That was the only bad thing today....just ate what I packed from home.

On the way there and on the way home, I see these on one of the corners here where there is a nursery.


On the back road we see these....


As you can see, I am very happy, and very humbled with all that is happening. I still don't believe it will, but I do pray it will.

Love you all my friends.
Miss you Myrna
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KLASSIE 8/13/2010 12:56PM

    You pictures are beautiful. I especially loved the flowers and happy that your jewelry sale seemed to go well. Good luck on all that you're doing to remain healthy.

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KATHERYNP 8/13/2010 8:16AM

    It was great to know you had such a great day and found a friend to share with. The best gift we can give is to offer a listening and caring ear. It was great to meet up with him and find that you have a story to share that will help many others. Also loved the pictures you shared with us...the jewelry and booths, and then then the flowers. Yes, could tell you had a wonderful day. What a blessing! We need those now and then.
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ELLAREE57 8/13/2010 8:07AM

    your pics made me smile too, how beautiful the flowers are, i love them but can't grow them like that. I think your doing great.thanks for always sharing. your jewlry is beautiful.

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PLSOCK 8/13/2010 7:50AM

    Your table looks beautiful, big or small. Congratulations on your achievements. You deserve everything good that is happening for you. Your friends here are behind you every step ( or roll ) of the way! Have a happy weekend :)

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MAJA0123 8/13/2010 7:36AM

    Wonderful how god seems to put everyone in the right place at the right time... your table looks wonderful!!! and the picture os the sunflowers looks like a postcard it's so pretty!!! hope you have a great weekend!! emoticon

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LILANGELS 8/13/2010 6:40AM

  Your pictures are gorgeous! Glad you are busy with your jewelry sales. I bought a lot of beads the other day and need to get motivated to get started making my jewelry. It's so relaxing for me. Just got to make time for me! emoticon

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SAPNA. 8/13/2010 6:11AM

    You deserve every good thing that happens to you plus a lot more. The stall looked great. I will try to watch that programme when it comes out. Will it be on utube? love the pictures of the planes and the beautiful flowers. Did you sell a lot of things? Glad you enjoyed your food treat. We all need something now and again. As long as you really enjoyed it and dont feel guilty then it was worth it.

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HOPE2BE 8/13/2010 5:28AM

    I'm glad things are working out for you. I know how hard it is to get out of an abusive relationship.

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DAISY443 8/13/2010 4:28AM

    What great pictures! Thanks for sharing. Hugs!

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PJGABRIEL 8/12/2010 11:01PM

    Those are beautiful pictures, and glad you are doing good and enjoying the fair. emoticon emoticon

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APRILSHOWER555 8/12/2010 10:46PM

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Great table!!! It looks very appealing! I love jewelry!

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CHRYS13 8/12/2010 8:44PM

    Congratulations on your sales and the wonderful cause you support!
Wishing you a wonderful weekend!

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MORTICIAADDAMS 8/12/2010 8:27PM

    You make a nice table no matter how much space you are given.

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JAKEANDNELLIE 8/12/2010 8:21PM

    What rewarding experiences you have been part of the past few days. Definitely let us know where and when your friend's interview takes place. I have a close friend who recently left an abusive situation and is starting to get a new life in place.
Stay positive!
Sheila


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I can't believe what I found at the fair today....

Wednesday, August 11, 2010



Got to the fair and the lady was waiting for me with a surprise, they made a few changes with the booths, used some of the open one down from us, and I am in the booth with half of the next one as mine. Went much better and I really love being near the merchandise. It was a good day. I also met with Senator Nazzolio there and told him what I plan to do and what would he advice me, he gave me his card and told me to call the 800 number and we would talk, he seemed so pleased at what my plans are...the non profit organization, a grant application, eventually a shop to help others sell their hand made items. He is a great man.

See ya all tomorrow will take pics of the new space and share them then.

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MORTICIAADDAMS 8/12/2010 12:39PM

    Wow!! You had a great day. Everything went your way!!

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MAJA0123 8/12/2010 7:56AM

    GREAT NEWS!!!! i'm so happy for you!!!! emoticon

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SAPNA. 8/12/2010 7:44AM

    brilliant news. See?, you should not count a couple of bad days as how things will always be. In a few min utes everything can change for the better. I am so happy for you.

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JEANNE229 8/12/2010 6:29AM

    Wow! How very exciting for you! Keep us updated on what comes.

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PERSISTANT123 8/11/2010 11:24PM

    It was a really great day at the fair for you!!!! emoticon
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2BEHEALTHYAGAIN 8/11/2010 11:22PM

    That IS a wonderful surprise!! Can't wait to see pictures of your booth. Hope you're having much success selling your beautiful jewelry.

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