Been There, Done Everything - Today!

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

My son was called to work again today. The new person who calls in subs always waits until the last minute. My son had 50 minutes to get ready and drive 10 miles. So I had to fix breakfast and lunch for him and get together his uniforms and equipment for taekwondo. On days like this he leaves at 7:30 and gets home at 7:30.

Soooooooooooo today I got the pleasure of cleaning all 6 pet cages alone, plus vacuuming, cleaning my part of the bathroom, 2 loads of laundry and all my other chores. I am totally pooped. I worked all day long and only sat down to use the bathroom and to eat lunch and supper. I can't pee standing up, though I had a friend whose Indian grandma could. I'm not sure how she kept from filling her shoes. LOL.

I got through 116 emails yesterday and had 67 left.

My calories sucked yesterday!!

Tuesday

Calories - 1756
Net carbs - 121
Fats - 89
Proteins - 97
Steps - 15173
Miles - 6.22

I got this survey from my friend Sunny332's blog.

1. Who used to be your superhero when you were a child? Mr. Revelle, my 6th grade teacher and the boys P.E. coach. I had to punch a girl in the face to defend myself and I flattened her. She was a bully and he stood up for me. A bonus - no one ever bothered me again. LOL. My own boyfriend was afraid of me. As Mr. Revelle stated, "For such a tiny little girl you pack one H-- of a punch!" And, yes, if you are looking for a victim I would suggest you choose someone else unless you enjoy peeling yourself off of the pavement. LOL.

2. Most hated chore on the chore list? Dusting - total ick. I hate it. This should be saved for people in Hades.

3. If you were to start your own restaurant, what would it be called? The Gingham Kitchen

4. Is there anything pink within 10 feet of you? My boobies. LOL. Okay technically they aren't that pink, more tired and gray looking, but there isn't much pink here other than a pantiliner box. LOL.

5. If you had to only eat three things for the rest of your life, day in and day out, what would they be? Bacon, steak, salad. Got any?

6. What are you listening to right now? Dog The Bounty Hunter.

7. What's the last sporting event you watched? Nascar probably. I'm not much into sports.

8. When was the last time you drove out of town? November - to St. Louis.

9. Have you been to the movies in the last 5 days? I haven't been to the movies in the last 5 years!!

10. What was the last thing you had to drink? Decaffeinated hot tea.

11. Last food that you ate? Italian salami and provolone cheese, mixed berries, cantaloupe.

12. If you were a time traveler and could only go back in time or forward in time, which would you choose? Forward. I already know the past.

13. If you could tell your best friend one thing that you can’t stand about him/her what would it be? My best friend is perfect or she would not be my best friend. LOL.

14. If you were to be famous what would you like to be known for? For finding a cure for Cancer.

15. What does your last text message say? I don't text. It's a waste of time to me. Reverse technology like the pony express, Morse Code.

16. How early do you start holiday shopping? Whenever the mood strikes.

17. If you wrote a movie, what would the title be? Been There, Done That

18. When did you first realize you needed to change your lifestyle food wise? When I was 32.

19. What color ink do you prefer to write with? Very Black.

20. What was your favorite toy as a child? A stuffed monkey named Dooney.

  

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SUZYMOBILE 11/18/2010 10:04PM

I think it's very telling that I selfishly want to be a bestselling novelist, whileyou want to be famous for finding a cure for cancer, which is a true win-win-win-win for everybody! Anyway, I thought ridiculously hard about the answers to some of those questions. I had the blog sitting unfinished on my computer for hours while I tried to think of a danged movie title or who my childhood hero was! Other answers just popped right out, though. Like time traveling. Comment edited on: 11/18/2010 10:37:34 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

MONSTERDECOOKIE 11/18/2010 9:59PM

Been there, done that...LOL. Report Inappropriate Comment

ALASKASKY 11/18/2010 6:01PM

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MARIADALE 11/18/2010 5:23PM

I wish my daughter was getting called... she had bad news today...she did not get on the supply list. Report Inappropriate Comment

LUVSBULLDOGS 11/18/2010 5:21PM

I like the teacher's attitude. Back in the day when they could use common sense. Report Inappropriate Comment

MARUSSELL 11/18/2010 12:35PM

How funny. I am glad that I am not the only one who hates to dust!! Thanks for sharing...have a good day. Report Inappropriate Comment

RONIE11 11/18/2010 9:43AM

I love this... I love the name of you restuarant if you were to have one.. we lived in a tiny town and the restuarant there was called the 'Blue berry muffin' I just thought you can't get much more country than that.. by tiny were talking population 80...lol I loved it.. but its not for everyone.. I do a lot of logging for my job and I love the black gel pens that dry real fast.. I was told its because I need my eyes checked... I guess I asked for that remark because I was asked why do we need to write in black .. and I said its easier on our eyes...LOL I hope you are having a great day... you have probably been up for hours now.. its not quite 7am here yet and I've been up since 4am... I can't seem to sleep this morning... Report Inappropriate Comment

SUNSET24 11/18/2010 9:19AM

aaawwww you are such a giving person, making sure your son was taken cared of ((((((((((( hugs )))))))))))) I loveeeeeeeeeeeee reading your blogs Report Inappropriate Comment

SHERRYTOO 11/18/2010 8:10AM

I now find that when I sneeze, I can pee standing up - lol. I save your blogs for my morning coffee, and you rarely disappoint. Report Inappropriate Comment

MAMAGOSS 11/18/2010 7:35AM

I don't think god intended for women to pee standing - the squat works much better but I still manage to pee on something other than the ground :) Loved your blog responses! I will never mess with you - don't want to get flattened!! Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE797 11/18/2010 7:06AM

I love learning more about SparkFriends. LOL about the grandma peeing while standing up...not sure how that would work either without getting the shoes filled. LOL! Report Inappropriate Comment

ANEWME3536 11/18/2010 6:39AM

Love learning more about you! Hope today is little more relaxed for you! Report Inappropriate Comment

SECRET_SWITCH 11/18/2010 6:16AM

I love your blog as usual! Thank you so much for making me smile today. I did have an addendum for your list... #17 been there, done that..... GOT THE T SHIRT... that is what i say all the time, because whenever you do something special you usually get a tshirt. I know crazy logic. Report Inappropriate Comment

ASTORRES1 11/18/2010 5:30AM

Now that was a visual to get the brain working this morning...."how to avoid filling your shoes whiles peeing standing up", It make me smile....THANK YOU!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

I Have Returned

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

We are having nice, cool days. It's really chilly in the mornings now though and I had to turn the heat back on again.

I'm sleeping pretty well for a change.

My son was called to work yesterday so I was home alone all day and I enjoyed it.

My hubby is going to take some more vacations days and will be off from Thursday until he goes back to work after Thanksgiving.

I managed to get down to 95 emails again night before last which was the same as the night before. Yesterday I got rid of 198 emails and had 56 left.

Hubby and I are still taking our walks at dusk.

This morning I saw 3 young deer in the yard and walked within 10 feet of them while they just stood there and watched me.

I had errands to do today - post office, newspaper office, DMV, bank, Aldis, Wal-Mart, and Kroger. I had coupons for free food at Kroger. I like free food.

My husband had a family member with a crisis so I spent a couple of days dealing with that. We have no idea if it is resolved but it is not our problem and we have no intention of being dragged into the drama.

Sunday

Calories - 1430
Net Carbs - 81
Fats - 65
Proteins - 91
Steps - 17650
Miles - 7.24

Monday

Calories - 1286
Net Carbs - 58
Fats - 57
Proteins - 94
Steps - 15166
Miles - 6.22

  

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CAROLFAITHWALKR 12/22/2010 2:21AM

Well I can echo that - I Have Returned, as well. I can echo the drama as well. I'm looking forward to catching up on all blogs. Report Inappropriate Comment

SIMPLE_TAILOR 12/8/2010 8:59AM

I so know what you are talking about on that drama front. We have enough of our own, but we aren't going to be dragged into other peoples crap. Report Inappropriate Comment

KATJAMN 11/20/2010 9:37AM

Nothing good can come of being involved in family drama.. ugh!!! Good choice to steer clear. Hope you are knocking out those emails. Report Inappropriate Comment

KBVMCRAE 11/19/2010 8:14AM

some time alone is a good thing. i get a day to myself tomorrow and there are so many things i want to do i cant decide how to spend my time! Report Inappropriate Comment

MAMAGOSS 11/18/2010 7:36AM

My market does $5.00 off a lot of times if you spend $30 - there's no problem doing that!! Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE797 11/18/2010 7:03AM

So cool to see the lil deer up close like that. Glad you enjoyed your alone time at home. Report Inappropriate Comment

WISEWIFE 11/17/2010 7:38PM

Free food is a good thing! Took a nap this morning, and woke up to 4 PM! Sebastian should have gotten me up earlier... but he was sleeping too. Is there a do over for missed days? Hugs, WW Report Inappropriate Comment

MARIADALE 11/17/2010 1:53PM

The bottom is in sight Report Inappropriate Comment

JUSTJO66 11/17/2010 11:09AM

Sounds like you're getting back in the groove. Sometimes, we just have to cool the engines for a while before we can go on. :O) Jo Report Inappropriate Comment

JAMINURSE 11/17/2010 10:12AM

Aren't deer just amazing and breathtaking. When they watch you its almost as if they know what your thinking. Truely a gift from god. It sound like you are doing quite well. Glad you are sleeping well. I have struggled with this my self. Report Inappropriate Comment

MONSTERDECOOKIE 11/17/2010 9:38AM

The deer know that you won't hurt them. I enjoy being home alone too. Great job on the calories. Report Inappropriate Comment

SHERRYTOO 11/17/2010 8:26AM

Glad to see you back at it! Avoid the drama at all costs! It's definitely fall with winter on the way. I'm not happy about that as I hate winter more each year. Have a spectacular day! Report Inappropriate Comment

GOTTAGETGOIN 11/17/2010 7:48AM

Does going through that many e-mails count on your fitness tracker? Report Inappropriate Comment

ANEWME3536 11/17/2010 6:49AM

back! Glad to hear everything is going well! Report Inappropriate Comment

MY_LIFE_NOW 11/17/2010 4:59AM

well your making a dent in the emails lol..geez i've had my heat on for the past month...takes some getting use to thin blood from florida...have a great day Comment edited on: 11/17/2010 5:05:40 AM Report Inappropriate Comment

ALASKASKY 11/17/2010 4:44AM

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CATIATM 11/17/2010 4:30AM

It sounds like you are in gear and on track! Good for you! Report Inappropriate Comment

WINELADY4 11/17/2010 12:41AM

I grew up in Northern Ill. My mom used to shop at Aldis....I miss shopping there. I now live in Oregon and we have a store called the Canned food outlet...More stuff than aldis and is an overstock type of place. They have great cheese though. I have to be careful :) Good work digging yourself out! Report Inappropriate Comment

LUVSBULLDOGS 11/16/2010 11:58PM

I hope your dh has great vacation time. Our weather here is cool, also. 20 degrees by Sunday. Brrr. I'm not ready for winter. Report Inappropriate Comment

NORASPAT 11/16/2010 11:14PM

I hope you can stay out of the crisis. I hope things go well. Congrats on getting down to 56 e-mails. I guess team leaders cannot switch the announcements off. Take it easy stay in touch when you can Would love to see 3 dear at once Pat in Maine. HUGS 11 I am off to bed. Pat Report Inappropriate Comment

Oops

Monday, November 15, 2010

No time to blog! I had problems with Firefox.

  

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COMPUCATHY 11/16/2010 10:11PM

It's okay...we'll forgive you this time! Hope your day was great! Keep sparking! Report Inappropriate Comment

NORASPAT 11/16/2010 10:50AM

Sorry to hear that I use IE but I know Spark occasionally has problems. With all the activity on the site It does not surprise me in the least. Pat in Maine. Report Inappropriate Comment

ASTORRES1 11/16/2010 10:05AM

Later Alligator After while Crocodile......... LOL Report Inappropriate Comment

MARIADALE 11/16/2010 9:11AM

Hope you are up and running smootly today Report Inappropriate Comment

WISEWIFE 11/16/2010 8:42AM

I stick with Safari, unless the website I'm on gives me fits then I grab FF. Hugs, WW Report Inappropriate Comment

SUZYMOBILE 11/16/2010 7:15AM

Drat. Report Inappropriate Comment

SHERRYTOO 11/16/2010 6:52AM

Sounds like "the dog ate my homework" excuse - lol! Have a great day. Report Inappropriate Comment

INDEJAM09 11/16/2010 2:16AM

I DID TOO! I WENT BACK TO EXPLORE AS A RESULT. JEANNE IN GA Report Inappropriate Comment

Parting Is Such Sweet Sorrow

Sunday, November 14, 2010

It was another nice cool sunny day. Hubby and I slept in and after I made breakfast we went for a nice long walk. We went for another long walk in the afternoon and then a shorter walk when it was almost dark.

My son went to his friend Michael's house for a goodbye party for their other close friend Zack who is moving to Wyoming. Michael and Ian met in grade school as they were in cub scouts together. It was a small pack of about 6 boys. They went to different schools out in the country but were the same age. His mom and I were close friends and worked together. When Ian was a junior in high school he had P.E. with Michael and Zack and they hit it off and became the 3 musketeers. They have remained friends since that time even though Ian and Zack moved away to go to different universities and Michael stayed behind. Ian and Zack would come home every weekend they could and the 3 of them would get together. Michael and Ian are like brothers. When Zack came back from college he moved back to his original home town which is in another county about 40 miles from here and he didn't have a vehicle any more so the 3 could not get together as much as before. Zack has been unable to find work so he is moving to Wyoming where his mom works.

Hondo has a new toy. Some kind of white furry toy that looks like a sheep. He's a blue healer so maybe that is what it is. I guess blue healers would be cow or sheep herders. LOL. If I win the lottery I might get him a real sheep to herd. I don't want him getting fat and lazy.

Got rid of 122 emails yesterday and ended up with 95. Today I got behind. LOL.


Saturday

Calories - 1479
Net Carbs - 139
Fats - 60
Proteins - 75
Steps - 15122
Miles - 6.20

  

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RONIE11 11/16/2010 3:01PM

Yes blue healers are great hearders... they love to work and they will heard anything... get some chickens... there cheaper..LOL Its wonderful your son had such close friendships.. they are always treasured.....Take care.. Ronie Report Inappropriate Comment

ASTORRES1 11/16/2010 10:13AM

Sorry that your son will be losing a friend.....the economy sucks and I wish his friend luck in finding a job. You my girlfriend get LOTS of emails. amy Report Inappropriate Comment

JFROGDIVA 11/15/2010 4:04PM

Morticia ~ I lived in Laramie, Wyoming for about 3 years back in the '60s!!!! Beautiful country!!!! sorry that he is losing his friend!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

MARIADALE 11/15/2010 2:22PM

It will be hard for your son to say goodbye Report Inappropriate Comment

CONFUSEDBIRD 11/15/2010 11:08AM

That stinks your son has to say goodbye to his friend! It's always hard when friends move away, but i guess its part of growing up. Did you get a dog? Report Inappropriate Comment

SUZYMOBILE 11/15/2010 9:10AM

At least there's the Internet. I bet the guys will stay in touch even though Zach is moving away. Herding dogs like Hondo and Dingo just LOVE to run and herd stuff. Dingo would've loved a sheep. I had only two walks yesterday, because I got busy cooking for company, so the night-time walk had to be 3.5 miles. It was actually pleasant to be out walking under the stars on a fall night that wasn't too cold. Report Inappropriate Comment

SHERRYTOO 11/15/2010 9:09AM

Luckily with cell phones, and email, and instant messaging, and texting, and facebook, your son will be able to stay connected with his long-time friends. Maybe Hondo could herd the chinchillas. Maybe that's a bad idea - lol. Report Inappropriate Comment

CODEMAULER 11/15/2010 9:05AM

Ian sounds like the sort of person that has a number of lasting friendships. He and his friends are so very lucky! Report Inappropriate Comment

SUNNY332 11/15/2010 8:50AM

It is hard to say goodbye but will be easy to keep in touch today with the WWW. Take care and have a GREAT week. Sunny Report Inappropriate Comment

KBVMCRAE 11/15/2010 8:17AM

a real sheep...just 1 to heard? oh to win the lottery! Report Inappropriate Comment

WISEWIFE 11/15/2010 7:47AM

The internet makes staying inn touch a lot easier. And witrh web cams it's almost as good as being there. Hugs, WW Report Inappropriate Comment

SMORSEBVR 11/15/2010 7:31AM

My son's best friend moved to Colorado but they still stay in touch. Report Inappropriate Comment

SHERYLDS 11/15/2010 6:03AM

with the internet and video cams, getting together is only a laptop away. Report Inappropriate Comment

LEANJEAN6 11/15/2010 3:18AM

Your stats were good !!!--- You are doing well!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SHELLPRO 11/15/2010 12:53AM

Yep, this Economy is either bringing Family closer for Financial Support, or driving them apart for Survival. With Technology its still possible to keep up with each other when wanting to make the effort- sorta Modern Day Pen Pal's. I personally love the idea of living in Wyoming- just not the Winters there. Blue Heeler's definitely need exercise and work- my neighbor has one that almost turned Vicious- (they keep her Pend all day when at work), due to their lack of attention and nothing to do. These dogs are herders of Anything- this one has instead turned OCD- when lose she herds flying birds! The poor thing just runs around looking at the sky and chasing the flocks flying over. Sounds like another Bitter/Sweet Day. Report Inappropriate Comment

DREAMGIRL76 11/15/2010 12:24AM

Good luck to those young men and may there friendships last a lifetime, what a wonderful blog. Hugs, Debbie Report Inappropriate Comment

HEALTHYARTIST1 11/14/2010 11:58PM

I wish your stats for today were mine! Report Inappropriate Comment

LUVSBULLDOGS 11/14/2010 11:44PM

Human migration doesn't seem a rampant as during the '30s, but it seems like a lot of people are moving around. If we didn't have to work, we could stay put. Dd and sil picked up their new dog today. It's a 2 yr old male English bulldog named Romeo. He is a lover boy, fluffy and busy. Their other dog, Goldie, is not in good health, but will enjoy the company. We could write a book about the adventures of Louie, McDuff, Goldie, Romeo and all your pets and neighbors' pets. Report Inappropriate Comment

NORASPAT 11/14/2010 11:22PM

Sorry he had to leave because of the economy. It is a sad situation. At least with e-mails and cell phones they can stay in touch easier than we evr could using Airmails and a weks deivery time. I love to hear about HONDO, I am assuming he is your pet? I just started to read you a while ago and i thought Hondo was a wild animal, please when you find a minute straighten me out. Stay well, great you are getting to do so much walkiung with DH at the weekend. Pat in Maine,HUGS!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

BELLALUCIA 11/14/2010 11:15PM

Good luck to the boys as they move through the world! Report Inappropriate Comment

The Cool Off Has Begun

Saturday, November 13, 2010

I slept in today. I had some problems sleeping during the night so it was nice to rest.

The front went through this morning. It got windy and rained a little. The high of 60 degrees was at midnight. The sun came out later but it only got to 52 degrees.

This morning I had to re-log in with each message to sparkpeople. So much for their wonderful site maintenance. LOL. Yesterday I got through 91 emails and had 105 left.

Hubby and I went for a long walk this morning down the road. We saw Baby, the neighbor's Chow, some fish in the creek, and some crows.

When we got back my son and I made brunch.

Later on hubby fixed my car while I did a couple more loads of laundry. After the 3 loads of laundry I did yesterday I'm really sick of it for a while. The problem with my car was that I had a fouled out spark plug. My car needs vacuumed and washed but is ready for winter now.

I did some yard work today. I finished cleaning out the 2 perennial/herb beds plus the 2 hosta beds. I harvested my rosemary and cut back the mums. I filled the bird bath and emptied out 8 of my huge impatiens pots. I still have a lot more that are covered with floating ground cover and still producing.

I saw Hondo trot through our yard. He had been to visit Daisy. All the neighborhood male dogs love Daisy. She is very wild, friendly, and funny. A yellow Lab. Hondo's owner had another dog, a Beagle named Gunner and he and Daisy were inseparable for years. They were always together until Gunner disappeared. If there is such a thing as true dog love Gunner had it for Daisy. His owner said Gunner would be gone for days and would just come home to eat and then go back with Daisy. Daisy would get in our pond and catch tadpoles and Gunner would wade out a little way to be near her, though you could tell he thought fishing for tadpoles was gross and stupid. After Gunner was gone Hondo started visiting Daisy but he is not as crazy about her as Gunner was. We saw some bones in the creek that my hubby thinks is Gunner.

Friday

Steps - 15037
Miles - 6.17

  

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CONFUSEDBIRD 11/15/2010 11:10AM

Oooh ok i see where the new dog comes in! Report Inappropriate Comment

SHERRYTOO 11/15/2010 9:26AM

Those yellow labs are sassy, sweet dogs, or at least my Sophie is one. It's cooled off here, too. It's 29 at 9:25am, and I'm thinking of putting socks on my normally barefoot feet. Report Inappropriate Comment

SUNSET24 11/14/2010 8:24PM

So wonderful that you got to take a walk with your partner and I loveeeeeeeeeeee doggy love, smiles. Report Inappropriate Comment

COMPUCATHY 11/14/2010 6:35PM

Yay for sleeping in...so nice occasionally. Sounds like you had a very productive day. Glad your car is ready for the winter. Good walking! You're doing great! Keep sparking! Report Inappropriate Comment

SUNNY332 11/14/2010 5:42PM

God made Dogs to teach us humans how to treat each other. Dogs and the blessings they bring to our lives is a gift. Hope you sleep better tonight. Hugs, Sunny Report Inappropriate Comment

LUVSBULLDOGS 11/14/2010 5:00PM

We saw two companions this summer in the RV park where we stayed. One was a half wolf and the other a spitz. Talk about Mutt and Jeff. They were Louie, the wolfdog and McDuff, the spitz. You never saw one without the other. Their owners would leave for a few weeks and leave them unattended. Their neighbors fed them. One of the guys in the park bought Ball Park franks for them. I've thought about them a lot since we've left Idaho. Report Inappropriate Comment

WOOLANDWOOD 11/14/2010 4:17PM

Just look at all the company you have here! It's a semi reclusive state I think, I feel as though I have visited today. I just wish I had a companion like Gunner. The only problem is I'm too lazy for the upkeep. Comment edited on: 11/14/2010 4:18:22 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

CODEMAULER 11/14/2010 9:59AM

The change of season is always contemplative for me. There's so much to do, including just sitting and watching the day go by. Report Inappropriate Comment

SUZYMOBILE 11/14/2010 9:59AM

When dogs have the freedom to run free--ESPECIALLY beagles, who get fat and lazy otherwise!--their true nature has a chance to come out. I love hearing about Hondo, Baby, and now Gunner and Daisy. We have leash laws everywhere here, so you hardly ever see a dog out just doing his thing--let alone pursuing a love affair! There is one dog near us, though, who has managed to get a "free" arrangement for himself. He's a nice black dog who trots about, without a care in the world, says hi to me, and then trots off on his business, looking back to see if I might want to play with him. Report Inappropriate Comment

BETHGILLIGAN 11/14/2010 8:30AM

My sleep has been inconsistent. I hate that. It is still warm and pleasant here. I am spending today trying to get some more stuff ready for the cold weather ahead. Have a great day! Report Inappropriate Comment

MARIADALE 11/14/2010 7:49AM

Sleep is so elusive at our age...lol Report Inappropriate Comment

ASTORRES1 11/14/2010 6:47AM

I rested yesterday too...it felt good. I am hoping to make it back to the gym today..haven't exercised in several days...just have felt crappy!!!I am hoping I am done with the CRAP...lol Doggy love.....how sweet is that .......people could learn from it I am sure. amy Report Inappropriate Comment

CAROLFAITHWALKR 11/14/2010 5:44AM

Sorry you're having trouble sleeping again! I love your descriptions of things. My vivid imagination runs with them, LOL. I'm doing laundry too. Report Inappropriate Comment

DEVORA4 11/13/2010 11:45PM

Tell Daisy not to like Gunner. He has no manners. It isn't polite to eat someone else's tadpoles without permission. In fact, it's darn rude Report Inappropriate Comment