Automobile blues

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

I firmly believe,somehow,that cars break down as soon as we have money!!!I was going to pick up a few things I've been wanting and BAM!!She starts smoking and making a grumbling noise!I am counting my blessings that I DO have a car and the money to repair it but,the little girl in me wants to throw a tantrum....LOL,I wont trust me.My hubs had to take my car to work so i'm relying on Doge Country's shuttle to bring me home.I got there at 8:15 and didnt get home until 10: 40!I'm not leaving appliances out either!The stove is almost 5 years old now and the baking element broke,the burner switch is bugging and the vacuum just went kaput!In my mind i'm thinking positive.At least the AC is still going strong SUSAN

  

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FIFIFRIZZLE 9/19/2011 4:39PM

My bread maker just quit, I am taking it as a message from on high. But yes, things don,t last as long as they did. All the fancy stuff inside makes them better to use but there,s more to go wrong. Report Inappropriate Comment

MARTHASPARKS 9/15/2011 7:47PM

At least you are loved and have a granddaughter like Aliyah! Report Inappropriate Comment

CRYSTLE4HIMTX10 9/15/2011 10:55AM

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MNOT2THICK 9/14/2011 11:50PM

I'll throw a tantrum for you. Keep the faith. Report Inappropriate Comment

SHASSYSUE2 9/14/2011 10:18PM

Hang in there Girlfriend!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SNOWANGELDIVA 9/14/2011 9:14PM

Ya, that's not pleasant. I've got a hubby that insists he'll fix everything...he's still fixing #1 broken vacuum and #2 is now dead. Sweeping the rugs is so very old. You know I think you've had your fair share of broken things for a while...no more for you! Report Inappropriate Comment

FRAN0426 9/14/2011 8:49PM

I know for us that ever time we had a little chunk of money( from taxes) some appliance or the car needed repair or replacement. Now that we are senior citizens I keep hoping nothing will need a major repair or replacement before we decide to sell our home. We did by a new car so hopefully that should do us for some time. Nothing lasts long enough like it did years ago. Poorer quality of materials and higher prices. Report Inappropriate Comment

TRESSWANN 9/14/2011 7:56PM

I believe in the car god. Years ago my bff learned this lesson. Never ever mention that you have any kind of money around the car. it hears you and eats it and more. and I am beginning to believe in the appliances. Didn't sleep well Sat got up way too early on Sunday so coffee machine broke! Report Inappropriate Comment

BARBAELLEN 9/14/2011 3:04PM

Okay, so they say things happen in threes, right? If so, you're out of the woods for a while! Report Inappropriate Comment

MAMAG476 9/14/2011 2:06PM

If only I had a magic wand. Maybe you just need a nap. But whatever you do quit touching stuff. I am beginning to think it is you. Not really but just in case dont touch the dog. Love ya. Things will get better. Report Inappropriate Comment

Cancer does not have to be in your family for you to have it!

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

I have had three bouts with cancer!The first was cervical,then skinx2!Yesterday,sadly I lost a dear friend that had NO cancer in her family.She was 45.She went to the Doctor too late and it had spread through her body.If I reach one person today that listens to old wise tales about cancer,You CAN get cancer with No family history.We wont catch it all before its too late but,I'm damned sure going to try on my behalf.My Grammy died of cancer that originated in her cervix.None of her family had cancer!!Marciella my friend,left behind a husband,3 kids,3 pets,relatives and friends that adored her.I got the privelege of being there when she left us.I'm sad,but happy I got to know her and will remember her loving kindness that made us friends!I care so much about each of you,and hope you will not be too fearful of the unknown like alot of people are!...... SUSAN

  

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FIFIFRIZZLE 9/19/2011 4:32PM

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MOBYCARP 9/13/2011 8:29PM

This is a poignant reminder to me. A few weeks ago, my oldest sister was diagnosed with breast cancer. The way she tells it, she found a lump, spent a month in denial, and then got it checked out. Good prognosis, everything is going well so far. What I remember is that practically her first action after getting the diagnosis was to send out an email. The strongest concern in that first email was that all her female relatives should know that they no longer can say there's no cancer in the family. I"m grateful she didn't dismiss it, got it diagnosed early, and that it she should be with us for quite a few more years. Report Inappropriate Comment

SWEETYOUNGTHING 9/13/2011 6:07PM

Susan: I'm so sorry for your loss and the loss your friends family is feeling. Thank you for reminding us how precious our bodies are. Pat Report Inappropriate Comment

ARLENE_MOVES 9/13/2011 5:33PM

What a good person you are... and thank you for reminding us all that we need to check out any concern. My son, two years ago, had a bump on his right hand, middle finger. It ended up being a very rare type of cancer and the only way to stop it was removal of the finger. He's doing well now, except for the ghost finger feeling. There is cancer in my family so we check everything! Thanks so much for being who you are!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

BARBAELLEN 9/13/2011 2:51PM

Susan, you are a great friend! So sorry for your loss. You've generated a couple of important reminders through this blog. First, too many people miss the opportunity to SURVIVE because they let the disease go on too long before they get treated. Also, let me add to your reminder that cancer doesn't have to be in your family in order to have it. Not only does it NOT have to be in your family, MOST people who are diagnosed have no family history. In the case of breast cancer, family history is a risk factor, but 90% of those diagnosed have no family history. You're so right that there needs to be encouragement across the board, not just for those who have a family history as an incentive for getting screened. Thanks for the reminder. xxoo Report Inappropriate Comment

SHASSYSUE2 9/13/2011 1:57PM

A wonderful reminder for all of us!!! What a fabulous way to honor your friend!!! Bless You!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

PSEUDONURSE 9/13/2011 12:11PM

This is so true! At the "ripe old age" of 34, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. There was no other family history of it. I had a mastectomy and reconstruction, followed by chemotherapy, and I am happy to say that it has been 16.5 years. Unfortunately, 3 years ago, my brother (!) was also diagnosed with breast cancer. We went from no history to a really bad history. He was extremely lucky that when he found the lump in his breast he did not dismiss it like most men do. He realized there may be a connection and went to the doctor immediately. Unfortunately, most men who find lumps in their breast don't make that connection and by the time they go to the doctor, it is too late. We do need to get this message out there. Thank you for trying to educate as many as possible. Report Inappropriate Comment

MR54BLD54 9/13/2011 11:46AM

Remember your friend with smiles and laughter. Thank-you for your most moving message. Report Inappropriate Comment

I had 2 bad days but,Im back!

Monday, September 12, 2011

When it rains,it pours in my life!First,Kayla forgot to turn off the water in the sink and flooded the kitchen.Next,our neighbors lawn caught fire and came very close to our home.Next,we lost power due to wildfires and our freezer thawed some and we had to throw out food!!Next,the car broke down(a minor thing)Next,my husband wanted me to bake 10 dozen cupcakes!Guess what?The oven baking element broke in half and not one place has the part in stock!!I tried to get on sparkpeople and the computer would'nt do anything(again a minor thing)the internet box was turned off accidentally.Today we are back in the hundreds but as soon as the sun goes down...Voila!it's like a Spring day!We ended up cooking on the grill and in the microwave for 2 days!I just got back from bathing the dog,drying her off and grooming her and she made a beeline for the dirt and rolled in it!!...... SUSAN

  

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SNOWANGELDIVA 9/13/2011 12:05PM

Sue, I'm glad you can smile through the storm still. Well done, you are a trooper! Did you get the cupcakes done? I'm not even going to ask about the dirt-magnet dog ... Report Inappropriate Comment

SUECHRIS50 9/13/2011 11:42AM

FIFI..the cupcakes are for a bake sale and the proceeds go to the children's cancer ward!!WOOHOO!And I got my oven repaired too!! Report Inappropriate Comment

RATFINKROB 9/13/2011 10:08AM

Isn't that the way it always goes. We had a run where the hot water heater, air conditioner, and then the refrigerator went out. Not a fun summer. Report Inappropriate Comment

MAMAG476 9/13/2011 12:17AM

wow! I wish I was there to help. Sounds like you had one hell of a busy day. Tomorrow will be better. I really dont think you could top that kind of day at least I hope not. I send prayers and my love. Hang in there you can do it. Report Inappropriate Comment

SHASSYSUE2 9/12/2011 9:56PM

I am sending a prayer up for you and your family!!! Satan Get Behind Thee!!!! Hang in there Girlfriend!!!! HUGS!! Shannon Report Inappropriate Comment

CRYSTLE4HIMTX10 9/12/2011 7:27PM

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FIFIFRIZZLE 9/12/2011 3:47PM

Wow you got to clean your kitchen floor and your lawn didn't catch fire! Sunds like a good day to me! Seriously though, good job on bouncing back from these setbacks. What's with baking 10 dozen cupcakes? That sounds like a major mission to me! Here's something to help with the wildfires. Report Inappropriate Comment

RAINBOWCHOC 9/12/2011 2:03PM

the joys of real life and not commercials! Report Inappropriate Comment

KDWM5156 9/12/2011 1:20PM

Whoa - I thought I was the only one who had runs of luck like that!! Sounds like you made it through OK. Congrats! Report Inappropriate Comment

Riding in the car with boys!

Saturday, September 10, 2011

So my 17 year old tells me one day she was going to go to the mall after school and grab a bite with her"friends".I'm assuming that they are girls and boys.When she came home it was with 3 boys!!In your opinion is that a safe thing?She claims they have been her friends for 6 years.I trust her alot but,If they wanted to take her by surprise it would be easy!She thinks Im not trusting because they are boys.They are not your regular size boys either!!Am I being unreasonable or cautious??I'd rather her be safe than be sorry SUSAN

  

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BARBAELLEN 9/11/2011 9:08PM

I agree that you're getting some sound advice here. Your daughter is only 17, and you need to know what she's doing, where she goes, and who she's spending her time with. I have to wonder how it is that she's been friends with these boys since she was eleven years old and yet it seems you haven't been aware of them until now? I know you want to trust your daughter, but you are responsible for watching out for her while she's still a child. I think you need to get to know the friends (boys or girls) she's out with. In this case, I think you have reason for concern. Report Inappropriate Comment

GLASSART43 9/11/2011 2:00AM

There is some great advice here. Really getting to know her friends as individuals is important. I'd also be concerned about who's doing the drivng. Report Inappropriate Comment

SNOWANGELDIVA 9/10/2011 11:54PM

It doesn't matter the size of the boys, creeps come in all sizes. Sue, I was 17 and raped by my 'friend' of 8 years. There was only one of him. Childlike faith that boys see friendship as wholesome and playful as girls do is a recipe for disaster. The only reason a girl allows herself to be alone with 3 young men is because she craves the attention and affirmation. It is only a matter of time before boundaries are crossed. Either she'll be experimenting with her sexual prowess and have things under her control, or she won't be so fortunate. Either way, she has to to face reality that 1:3 is too much sexual tension and she needs to care enough about herself to take safety precautions. My mother tried to warn me...I ignored her. She ended up taking me to counseling for a year. Report Inappropriate Comment

CRYSTLE4HIMTX10 9/10/2011 11:38PM

I'm old school, I would not have been happy Plus these days you just really never know. You hear some crazy stories. Report Inappropriate Comment

MARVEEME 9/10/2011 10:58PM

She's 17, but she's known them since she was 11, therefore, you must already know them too. If you don't already know them, then there is a bit of a problem. You need to get to know them, and fast. If this is the case, keep your eyes and ears open, and choose the right moment to discuss your worst fears with your daughter, respectfully and with love and support. I always got along better with the guys than the girls at that age, so it was not uncommon for me to be the only girl in the group. I, in turn, was treated like one of the guys and looked at my male friends like brothers, nothing else. We girls know how to shut a guy down if we're not interested in "that" type of relationship, and the guys get it. This really could be just a group of friends, but if you don't know them yourself, start to create a place at the house for all of them to hang for awhile. Go as far as to invite them to a special gathering, maybe for a political discussion. You may discover they're as upstanding as your own, and that she has good taste in friends. Blessings Report Inappropriate Comment

SHASSYSUE2 9/10/2011 9:43PM

As a Mom I can understand your concern!!! Even though they have been friends of hers, do you know any of them??? I mean really KNOW them, not just in passing?? I can honestly say I had more friends at that age, that were boys, but my Mother would have questioned going with a group of them, without any other girls going as well.... I am an extreme worry wart, however, if my son wanted to go out with a group of girls, I would let him, but not in a car with them!!!! I am probably no help..... Sorry.... Shannon Report Inappropriate Comment

Im a cleaning fool

Thursday, September 08, 2011

I am not ocb but,I get in a cleaning frenzy and if the dog gets too close,I'll wash her too..LOL!Every once in a while all the dirt from ones shoes,the dog coming in and out and grandkids eating all over...calls for a good once or twice over!With my bucket and gloves on,my headphones,safety glasses and sponge I look like a sci-fi creature! Heavy cleaning burns calories and is good for my home.Besides it will be two days and I'll have to do it all over again! SUSAN

  

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FIFIFRIZZLE 9/11/2011 1:18AM

I love to clean, especially since I discovered microfibres! I've been unwell and now am relishing the chance to get into the housework. If only I wasn't so messy... but it's a CLEAN mess! Report Inappropriate Comment

MARVEEME 9/9/2011 10:51AM

Nothin' better than glowing diggs! You GO girl! Report Inappropriate Comment

SUNNYONE41 9/8/2011 9:51PM

Wow! Can any of you ladies come over? Sometime REAL Soon! Report Inappropriate Comment

CRYSTLE4HIMTX10 9/8/2011 7:48PM

I think it is the cooler temps Sue. I even went so far as to clean the globes on the ceiling fans. I like to clean but it was more like a major spring cleaning the other day. Feels great to get things neat doesn't it? Report Inappropriate Comment

SHASSYSUE2 9/8/2011 4:35PM

I would love to see a pic of the "Cleaning Woman"!!! LOL!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

ARLENE_MOVES 9/8/2011 4:25PM

Cleaning, what's that!!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SLFRISBEY 9/8/2011 4:17PM

I wish I likd to clean... I am the world's WORST housekeeper! I need to hire someone fast. I guess it doesn't help that I travel too much for work and have 2 dogs to tear things up. At least hubs does the laundry, he tells me I don't do it right! :) Report Inappropriate Comment

DIANAOR1 9/8/2011 3:19PM

I know exactly what you mean. Cleaning is so therapeutic for me I always feel better afterwards. Report Inappropriate Comment