A Thought from Billy Connolly

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Thought from the
Greatest Living Scots Thinker.
Billy Connolly - Statement of the Century


'If women are so bloody perfect at multitasking, how come they can't have a headache and sex at the same time?'

  

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LIFE_IS_SO_GOOD 4/29/2010 9:05AM

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MONTANA_ED 4/22/2010 8:12PM

Great one! Report Inappropriate Comment

SEPTEMBERSPIRIT 4/22/2010 7:53PM

I just love it! My mom used to say to my dad "not tonight Andy, I have an earache" and he'd reply well I'm not going to do anything with your ear Report Inappropriate Comment

SEXYVIXEN2 4/22/2010 6:54PM

Thanks for my daily tonic Report Inappropriate Comment

ALEXSGIRL1 4/22/2010 6:18PM

that was cute Report Inappropriate Comment

NHGRL68 4/22/2010 7:59AM

Lol...That's funny! Report Inappropriate Comment

JOY1918 4/22/2010 7:10AM

I guess it is all that multitasking that gives us the headache in the first place. Report Inappropriate Comment

GEORGANNE39 4/22/2010 5:38AM

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Awesome start to the day

Thursday, April 22, 2010

I woke up early and the sun was streaming in so just couldn't lay there and let it go to waste.
Got up and had my first cuppa of the day and off I set.
It was nippy but the sun felt gorgeous and I jogged my way to the park wishing the neighbours who were washing their cars a Good Morning.
Birds singing, apple blossom, dew moist grass and I started counting my blessings as I jogged and walked the circumference of the park

I am blessed that......................................

I have a roof over my head
I have enough money to pay the bills and fill my tummy
I have a loving partner who has seen me through the bad times
I have clean water to drink
The surgical team, who 3 years ago 2moro (St George's Day here in the UK) operated on my brain, finally brought me amazing relief from my dystonia symtoms.
I am healthy and fitter now than I was in my 30s
I have friends I can count on in an emergency
I live in a country where there is free speech
I found SP and all my spark family
I have vision to see the apple blossom
I can smell the dew wet grass I walk on
I can hear the birds calling and music that gives me so much pleasure (never without it)
I have learnt how to be positive instead of negative and it REALLY DOES make a difference to how I view the world.
I've overcome depression through exercise (never believed it would work but bY God it has!)


It has started my day on a really positive note and more is to come,
We were told yesterday that today is the day FIL can come home- perfect.
Who could ask for more

Okay my dear SP friends I'm off to do my all over toning with dumb bells and ball while DH hits the bathroom, then off to collect FIL.

What a wonderful day this is going to be

  

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SEXYVIXEN2 4/22/2010 6:52PM

Way to go Caz So glad you've had such a great day and that your FIL is homeward bound. I admire your boundless energy, you're truly an inspiration Angela xx Report Inappropriate Comment

DEFIANTVEGAN 4/22/2010 1:30PM

Woo Hoo that's the attitude!!! Definitely many blessings to be thankful for. Enjoy the beautiful day God has put out there for all to see. Comment edited on: 4/22/2010 1:36:28 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

NHGRL68 4/22/2010 7:58AM

You are such a positive and loving person:-) I feel blessed just to know you! So glad your FIL is coming home today. I hope all goes well with that. I'm sure having him home gives you and DH a great sense of relief:-) Have a great day! Report Inappropriate Comment

PRI6909 4/22/2010 7:30AM

Wonderful blog Caz.........truly blessed my friend. Report Inappropriate Comment

JOY1918 4/22/2010 7:08AM

Beautiful start of your day. Many of us have so much to be thankful for, but don't. Thank you for reminding us that positive attitude works. Congrats on your 3 yr operation anniversary. Report Inappropriate Comment

GABY1948 4/22/2010 5:06AM

You're right, ikkle, both AWESOME and what a wonderful day for you! Miss you but will catch up soon! Luv BGB Report Inappropriate Comment

He's coming home

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Well my Spark family thanks to all your good thoughts and loving prayers FIL is coming home sometime this week.
We did think, it it was still on offer, he'd be transferred to Teddington Hospital for further physio rehabilitation but it was withdrawn as he's not considered disabled.
All tests have proved nothing sinister was going on, just old age taking it's toll.
Today, hopefully, I'll collect a wheelchair from the local hospice where I'm a volunteer, in case we need it to get him from the car into the house- so that's organized.
Also organized is his bed downstairs opposite the bathroom and a chair at a more appropriate height for him to get out off and be comfortable in.
We're told he'll get a Carer in the morning to help with getting him out of bed and back in at night so MIL will not have to strain and get some much needed help.
So we're all set.....just need to know which day this week.
I am really hoping it's Friday as I get some shopping 2 moro and last minute odd jobs done here and help DH bring him home.
But I also have a hospital appt of my own- botox injections for my dystonia on Friday and I dare not miss out this 3 monthly injection or my eyes will blink uncontrollably for the next 3 months.....not a good look and damn tiresome.
So time is going to be tight. We'll cope. If need be DH and MIL will have to collect FIL alone while I make my way on the Tube into London on my Jack Jones (Own).

With all this going on I'm still on track; eating healthy, drinking loads of water and getting both cardio and strength training in..........but it's going to be a push 2moro and Friday

I managed 10 k on my bike this morning in 32 mins..........was aiming for 30- still not bad and I'll do my challenges 2nite along with my core workout, after our evening meal as when we get back from the hospital I have more "weed whacking" ( we call it strimming in the UK) down the side path by our house ....racking up a few more cardio mins

Okay gotta go and organize stuff, thanks for reading and thanks again for all your support during this mini family crisis........I couldn't have made it through with my sanity intact without ALL of you

  

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NHGRL68 4/22/2010 7:53AM

So glad to hear he is coming hom. You have held up SO well during this whole thing and have done a terrific job of taking care of yourself along with taking care of everyone else. You're my hero! Report Inappropriate Comment

TAKEMETOTHEBALL 4/21/2010 4:56PM

I'm going to bed now as I'm knackered after reading about your days! Comment edited on: 4/21/2010 4:57:01 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

ITSHOWYOULIVE 4/21/2010 4:25PM

So glad everything checked out and FIL will be coming home this week. Glad too that MIL will have some assistance. Isn't it nice that you work at a place that has the supplies you need to make life that much easier-blessings for the good you do :)! Hope everything else goes smoothly, sounds like you have a busy week!! Hugs... Report Inappropriate Comment

WEKIMER 4/21/2010 3:35PM

so glad to hear this good news about your FIL. fabulous that you have access to a wheelchair and have things all planned out. Hugs on his further recovery and great job on your bike ride and "strimming". kim Report Inappropriate Comment

SALLYSEAGULL1 4/21/2010 2:46PM

Such good news for you. Take a deep breath and think about how well you've coped/are coping. I bet the exercise helps. Report Inappropriate Comment

SALLYSEAGULL1 4/21/2010 2:46PM

Such good news for you. Take a deep breath and think about how well you've coped/are coping. I bet the exercise helps. Report Inappropriate Comment

DEFIANTVEGAN 4/21/2010 12:59PM

Glad to here he's coming home He's very fortunate to have you as well. Keeping busy helps with all the stress and you have also kept up with your food and exercise routine that is awesome. Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE107 4/21/2010 12:26PM

I am so glad he is coming homw and still praying hugs Report Inappropriate Comment

BEFIT013 4/21/2010 9:57AM

Thank goodness it's "just" old age. That's good to know. How's your MIL dealing with all this? Report Inappropriate Comment

YASMINSHORTER 4/21/2010 9:37AM

That's such good news that he's coming home!!! And that it is old age and not something more sinister! You're gonna be a busy bee but I can tell that you will manage! (I already see your multi-tasking skills are well-honed!) love the Jack Jones comment btw! Report Inappropriate Comment

LABYRINTH 4/21/2010 9:25AM

Glad he's coming home and you two can be together. Report Inappropriate Comment

GEORGANNE39 4/21/2010 8:40AM

So much for one to go through in such a short amount of time! You really are a special person. Unstoppable. I hope you and your DH can find some time to relax very soon! Report Inappropriate Comment

TATTER3 4/21/2010 6:41AM

Oh my stars!!! What a whirlwind of activity on your plate!! My heart goes out to you, but also my prayers. Thank you for presenting such a positive attitude. I appreciate your words. Keep Sparkin'!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

three old Grannies

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Three old Grannies were sitting outside a nursing home one day and......
When an old Grandpa walked by.

And one of the old Grandmas yelled out saying, "We bet we can tell exactly how old you are ."


The old man said, "There is no way you can guess it, you old fools."


One of the old Grandmas said, "Sure we can!

Just drop your pants and under shorts and we can tell your exact age."


Embarrassed just a little, but anxious to prove they couldn't do it, he dropped his drawers.


The Grandmas asked him to first turn around a couple of times and to jump up and down several times. Then they all piped up and said,

"You're 87 years old!"


Standing with his pants down around his ankles, the old gent asked, "How in the world did you guess?"


Slapping their knees and grinning from ear to ear, the three old ladies happily yelled in unison...


"We were at your birthday party yesterday!!"

  

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Words fail me Caz - must invite you to my next party! Report Inappropriate Comment

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Older men are just more helpful

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Two men, one old and one young, are pushing their carts around Homebase Hardware store when they collide.

The older man says to the young guy, 'Sorry about that. I'm looking for my wife, and I guess I wasn't paying attention to where I was going.'

The young guy says, 'That's OK. It's a coincidence. I'm looking for my wife, too. I can't find her and I'm getting a little desperate.'

The old bloke says, 'Well, maybe we can help each other. What does your wife look like?'

The young guy says, 'Well, she is 24 years old, tall, with blonde hair, big blue eyes, long legs, big boobs, and she's wearing tight white shorts, a halter top and no bra. 'What does your wife look like?'

The old bloke says...... 'Doesn't matter --- let's look for yours.'

  

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NHGRL68 4/22/2010 7:47AM

Lol...Typical! Report Inappropriate Comment

HEALTHY4ME 4/20/2010 10:45PM

Oh boy Read this one to hubby and boy did he laugh. HMMM i said so would you look for me. Well yea but after I helped him HAHA Report Inappropriate Comment

0309COOKIE 4/20/2010 6:26PM

Men......... Report Inappropriate Comment

TAKEMETOTHEBALL 4/20/2010 4:24PM

Great one Caz! Report Inappropriate Comment

TASOGAREBAN 4/20/2010 3:01PM

LMAO cute! LOL! Report Inappropriate Comment