Mountain Wings: Six the Hard Way

Six The Hard Way
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I was on my usual run. The mercury hovered above 90 degrees.
It was hot.

Sweat poured into my face stinging my eyes as my feet pounded
the pavement in a steady rhythm. I saw a man standing in a
doorway and then heard a shout,

"That will either kill you or make you strong!"

It was a MountainWings Moment.

Both halves of the statement were true.

Such heat combined with the exertion could surely kill you.
It's always an elevated risk exercising in extreme temperatures.

I waved and kept moving. Heat kills a few but inactivity kills
a thousand times more. His statement applied to more than just
running in the heat. It applies to all tough situations.

When tough things come, it will either strengthen you or break
you down. It will make you better or bitter. It will make you
an over comer or overwhelm you.

Tough things can kill.
They kill the spirit, hopes, dreams, visions and even desire.
Excessive pressure can make you explode
or make you learn new ways to constructively vent.

Spirit is very much like the physical; you can't build muscle
without weight or put another way,
"Smooth seas never make good sailors."

Heat, pressure, weight on your shoulders, and the constant
demands of life can make you strong. They build your faith.

After six miles, I finished my run, exhausted but feeling
better. I went inside, showered, and took a nap.

I ran hard for the six and then rested.

There are keys to improving your odds that the pressure makes
you stronger.

Run hard for the six then rest, is one of those keys.

~A MountainWings Original~

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Petwarmers: Explaining Economics to Dogs and Cats lol

EXPLAINING ECONOMICS TO DOGS AND CATS
by Jackie Gregg

So, I'm in the kitchen.
All four dogs are in the kitchen with me. It's morning and that
means it's time for cookies. The dogs all know this and they do not
let it slip my mind. Ever.
All four furry dog butts are planted on the tiled floor in a
row. All four tails going back and forth like they are competing in
a synchronized tail wagging contest. Their expectant looks always
make me smile.
But, this morning, they are getting a little lecture with their
cookies.
"Listen, my doggies," I begin carefully, "The whole country is
experiencing financial problems and we're going to have to tighten
our belts around here. Do you know what that means?"
Wag, wag, wag, wag, wag.
"Well, it means that instead of each of you getting four cookies
in the morning, you will only be getting three."
Wag, wag, wag, wag, wag. Cookies, cookies! She said cookies, right?
"We must make every penny count for two for a while so we're
going to have to cut back on a lot of extras."
Wag, wag, wag, wag, wag. Extra, extra! She said extra cookies,
right?
"So now, that box of doggie treats has to last for a whooole
month instead of three weeks."
Wag, wag, wag, wag, wag. Oh, yeah!! Doggie treats! When she
says doggie treats, she means cookies!! And we love cookies!! Wag,
wag, wag, wag, wag.
"We're going to have to cut way back on the smoked pigs ears, too."
WAG, WAG, WAG, WAG, WAG. She said smoked pigs ears, didn't
she? Yep. She said it. We're dogs... we have good hearing.
"So, from now on, you're only gonna get smoked pigs ears every
other month or so, okay?"
WAG, WAG, WAG, WAG, WAG. Did you hear that? We're getting pigs
ears! Woo Hoo!!
"We're all making sacrifices now," I say as I dig into the dog
treat box and come up with four square tidbits. A brown one for
Timm, a yellow one for Violet and whatever is left for Raisin and
Batdawg because they aren't the fussy ones.
Wag, wag, wag, wag, wag. Crunch, crunch, crunch. Okay, we're
ready for round two of cookie time!
"Like not having flavored cream in my coffee every morning," I
say, letting them know they aren't the only ones having to make
changes as I pass out the treats. "It's back to plain milk for me."
Wag, wag, wag, wag, wag. Crunch, crunch, crunch. Okay, none of
us peed in the hallway last night so pay up, lady! Round three!
"And no more pricey paper towels to clean up the messes you dogs
make!" I admonish tenderly, "We're using the cheap store brand now."
Wag, wag, wag, wag, wag. Crunch, crunch, crunch. Round four, please!
"It won't be so bad," I say, looking at their eager faces.
"There'll always be plenty of regular dog food. It's just the treats
we're cutting back on."
Wag, wag, wag, wag, wag. Where's round four, lady? Huh? Hey!
Excuse us, but aren't you forgetting something? Like round four of
cookie time?
"Sorry, guys, but that's it for today," I say and show them my
empty palms. That's the signal that treat time is over. They looked
at one another and I swear I could see the confusion on their faces.
Then Raisin heaves one of her big dog sighs and turns to leave. The
rest of the dogs follow her into the living room and soon they are
all stretched out in their favorite spots because right after cookie
time, nap time is next on their daily agenda.
Smith, the cat, purrs into the kitchen then and butts his head
against my shins. That's his way of reminding me that his food dish
is empty and he would like his half a can of tender slices in real
beef gravy and ONLY tender slices in real beef gravy and not some
other flavor, or some other brand, if you don't mind. And even if
you do mind, it had better be exactly what I want or I will throw it
up on the sofa, and we don't want that mess again, now do we, lady?
He sits primly in front of me, wrapping his tail around to cover
his front paws. He blinks at me a few times and then yawns.
"Smith, old buddy," I begin gently, "I have some news for you.
Times are tough right now, the old pocket book has taken a direct
hit, so we're gonna have to tighten our belts a little. Do you know
what that means?"
He blinks again. Yeah, I know what that means. That means you
and the dogs are gonna have to make a few cutbacks. Now, where's my
half a can of tender slices in real beef gravy?

-- Jackie Gregg <flowerdchild at gmail.com>

Mountain Wings: Where the Past meets Today

MountainWings A MountainWings Moment
#8384 Wings Over The Mountains of Life
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Where The Past Meets Today
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Recently, I was laid off my job...they came and took my company
car and my laptop computer.

So I am using my wife's computer to check e-mail.

Well, since it's her computer, I did not have MountainWings
e-mails arriving automatically. So, I was logging onto your
website to get my daily nourishment. I quickly noticed that
when you click on "Today's Issue," it takes you to the following
website... www.mountainwings.com/past/today.htm

In order to save time, I started just typing in
www.mountainwings.com/past/today.htm on the address bar and
going straight to the daily message.

In doing this, I noticed something very interesting. In order
to get the message for "today," you have to use the "past."
I know that probably just has something to do with how you
organize your messages and the fact the web address
".../past/today.htm" is just the way it works.

Still, I know there is a MountainWings moment in there
somewhere. Some of us in our day-to-day lives won't live our
TODAY without remembering our PAST.

The fact is we don't have to remember the negative things of
our past and allow those things to hold us back. So many
people, including myself, allow the past to affect today.
There is no need to do that because every day is a new day.

As I was typing this, I took a second to go ahead and add
www.mountainwings.com/past/today.htm to my Internet Explorer
favorites. Now, I can quickly go to today's message without
typing the ".../past/today.htm" web address. By the click of a
button, I go straight to TODAY'S message, and it's almost like
the PAST (in the web address) is not even there. It's not even
remembered when I go to TODAY'S message this way.

It reminds me of how God works with us. When we go and
confess our sins to Him, He is faithful and just and will
forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness
(just read 1 John 1:9 in His word).

So the MountainWings Moment must be that there is absolutely no
reason we cannot live our lives to the fullest. Nothing,
absolutely nothing from our past should hold us back. Our past
is just that. It's in our past. If we follow the verse above,
He is faithful to give us a fresh start.

Now, that's a MountainWings moment.

I'M PREPARED TO FLY!! ARE YOU?

~A MountainWings Original by Ryan Henderson, Lawrenceville, GA~

From The Mountain:
Mr. Henderson is absolutely correct. But if you skip the past
and simply type www.mountainwings.com/today.htm you will still
go to TODAY's issue. You wouldn't know that unless you tried it
and on most webpages leaving out a word wouldn't work. We did
design it that way; to work without remembering the past.

The past is still there, but you don't have to go through it
each day to live today to the fullest.

Forward this issue to a friend or send them the link below:
http://www.mountainwings.com/past/8384.htm

Today's KDD: Not land of Confusion but, perhaps, site of confusion? ??

It's now October 12, shortly after the midnight hour

After I posted the lastKDd, I took a shower,

Now, having hot tea, and here I am again, I should be heading to bed,

Darrell, my Kdd, he just red,

Likes it, but says, he often has to change gears,

And most of it made him laugh, a little sad, but shed no tears,

At least, he did not say,

And will do more housework today,

Before work tomorrow I go,

And it's brisk, but certainly not cold enough to snow.

Darrell said, my KDd's many are good and sometimes cute, but, thinks most
will get lost and may not read to the end?,

Are complicated and can't always comprehend?

Unless, your family or a close friend?

Perhaps, this is true,

But, frankly, writing a KDD,is not easy to do,

You try! attempt to create,

To compose something, that is poetic, interesting, informative, funny and
makes it great

I do my best to stay consistent, stay on subject, for the train not to
derail,

But, guess, this job, I often do fail.?

Many visit my site,

And appreciate what I write,

I seldom get feedback, comments or suggestions, on how I can improve my
style and technique

Guidance, I do seek

I would very much appreciate any help, from you writers out there,

Tips, and constructive feed back, please do share.

Hope most of you are not often lost and confused? If so, do say

And some things, I left unsaid, for another day

Could not disclose and talk about it then, earlier tonight

Probably, another day, it, I will write.

It was about Jascinda's situation, yet, I was beginning to cry

And this entire thing, makes me upset, that is why.

Some medical staff and others, don't have her best interst at heart

Then, suddenly when they find out she is losing vision , wants to review
her chart

Yet,not prior,

And looked at what has transpired.

there is more to the story, then I am ready to reveal, here to disclose

And how does one compose

A masterpiece that is both a journal entry and a poem and make it Eloquent?

Make sense?, and with not much time spent??

It's now 12;30,

And this dose will not be half as wordy

I am heading to bed soon don't want to sleep the day away,

Take good care and have a great day.

Today's KDD: Jascinda Pup,Rennovation complete and Endless Shrimp

It's Saturday afternoon at 3; 37,

And today is October Eleven,

It has been over a week since I have written; 11 days have flown by,

Been a difficult week, had headaches, long hours at work, and got some news
that made me cry.

I will attempt to stay on task and not switch topics, in mid thought,

And today is not hot,

It is 71 degrees, from what we are told,

And finally, the Guest rooms are complete today every room will be sold,

For the next 3 weeks, all will be working, doing overtime, including me,

So, now, is a great time to compose a Kdd.

I am not at the office taking calls, phones are not ringing,

So, a dose to you I am able to be bringing

And have no migraines, none at all, and the pain in my arm is diminished,

And Darrell and I will go to Red Lobster, when this is finished,

Hopefully, I wil complete this in 30 minutes? I need to get ready for our
Date,

So, maybe, this will have to wait?

Before, it can be posted to my blog? to my site?

If not before dinner, will be later tonight.

As stated, the Guest rooms are finally renovated,

And I am sure, the Guests are elated?

They will not have to hear all the noise, deal with construction, hear all
the power tools,

Maybe, its only quiet out by the pools,

The Spa, or off the property,

And for us employees happy we will be,

Don't have to hear all that racquet, clatter,

And some of the shrimp we wil get will be dipped in batter.

We were running the regular operations, serving our guests,

Yet also, renovating the guest's rooms and one ballroom, coordinating it
all, so, it wouldn't affect their rest,

Their sleep as much as we could,

However, the environment for some, was never good,

Not conducive to stay,

Whether you're at work or play

Its human nature, can't please everyone, someone wil be disappointed and
dissatisfied,

And later in this dose, you will fine out why I cried,

What made me sad?

And understand what kind of week I had,

Why a KDD, I did not send,

And how are you, my friend?

This Guest room renovation began in April, that long ago,

And this weather is beautiful, sunny, and the wind does blow.

I also said, I had migraines this week, more then one

So, it wasn't at all fun,

I am glad I can't see, when, I have a migraine,

Because, hurts my brain,

And I can't think, don't like to hear any clamber

And feels as if someone is hitting me with a hammer

And I need quiet, icepack and rest,

And often, nothing I want to digest,

To eat,

Noone I want to chat with, go out and meet

Want time for my self, be alone,

Not be on the computer, watch TV or be on the phone

Those of you who do not suffer from them, don't know what it is like, can't
relate,

And have all of you watched the Debates?

Twenty Four days till the Election, Darrell and I will try to vote ahead of
time

And soon, we will leave to go dine,

I know me. I knew, I wouldn't be done with this dose of mine. lol

That, it wouldn't be completed in time,

Since, I have much to say, I have only just begun

A few subjects, not just one,

, I want to mention since, it has been over a week, and the creativity has
been stirred

In my mind, want to tell you what has occurred,

Has transpired,

Now, under the wire,

Need to get in gear, get ready to go have our dinner date,

Will not be back late,

In a few hours, after 8 or so, this I will resume, I will

And shrimp, we will get our fill,

Take care and I will be back! For you all it may be one session?

And what do you think, about this Recession?

About what happened yesterday? On Wall Street? The Stock Market did
basically crash

And, perhaps, we will have potatoes mashed?

Definitely shrimp, in variations

And do you watch the news stations

Like Fox or CNN? On cable?

And the Economy is not at all stable,

Not at all secure, safe and sound,

And I am sure, we both will eat more then a pound?

Of shrimp? Probably so?

And very soon, we will go

Our ride will be hear, in a few,

And not sure when this will be through. Lol

Comment To my posts, if you wish to O pine,

The length of your comment does not matter, or the subject, it all will be
fine,

Just don't send me spam, and it does not necessarily have to be pithy,
alright?

Just write,

If you want. and have something to say,

And hope well, is going your day?

We are starving,

And soon, many of us will be carving,

A turkey or a ham, and noshing on a lot of yummy stuff, spending time with
family and friends, enjoying our time together, on the Holiday,

At Thanksgiving time, giving thanks,

And bankrupt are many of the Banks,

Yet, I suppose, the government does have to bail,

And our ride is here to take us to Scottsdale

The restaurant is halfway between home and work,

And I wonder how many do lurk?

And just visit my site and don't say a word? probably most? Or almost all?

And it is definitely fall.

At 8 o'clock, its 67, low 51 tonight

And already 3 pages I did write.

I can see this is going to be several pages, before it's done?

And tomorrow the high will be79 and the low 51.

So, we had a great time at Red Lobster, we ate all we can eat,

Had lots of shrimp, and nothing sweet,

The shrimp came with two sides and shrimp, was prepared in variations4,
not just 2,

And we were full when we were through.

We both began with a large pineacalada and biscuits tasty and hot,

And soon our entrees they bought,

Had a Cesar salad and Darrell soup, Potatoes with bacon

And when we finished that, it was taken,

And we then were served our shrimp, Darrell had double fried,

And two I wanted to try, I had one Alfredo shrimp and the other coconut,

I Had baked potato and fries Darrell did get.

We ordered more coconut shrimp , and took it to go,

Couldn't eat anymore you know?

We were full, not quite stuffed to the gills, but almost bloated like a fish

And enormous was our dish,

It was more like a platter about 4 or 5 times the size that it should be,

It was certainly enough for Darrell and me

There was a large party, who arrived after us, while, we were still sitting
there,

And the manager, information he did share

With their group, the menu items and the promotion they had awhile back,

Their was a customer, shrimp they did attack,

Guess, this man ate 370 shrimp scampi from what the manager did say,

Wondered if he did not eat for an day,

Or more? Wow, that would make me ill

After a couple dozen, I had my fill.

Now,its 9;08,

And, another reason as to why I wasn't doing that great

Some bad news we did receive, from our Very close and dear friend Jeff,
about his Jascinda, his dog from the Seeing Eye

I was not really surprised, yet, it did make me upset and cry

Jascinda has been ill for awhile, for the last few months or so,

Often, to the vet, she did go,

Maybe, July?, orAugust? Not sure when? She was having problems they were not
sure what was the matter?

But she was having problems with her bladder

Had chronic Urinary Tract infections and with her Immune system too,

Many tests they had to do

Lab work, and urine analysis, several types of tests,

And pills to digest.

They did discover that she had valley Fever, a common desert Respiratory
problem here in our state. humans can also get this, I may have had it
back in 2,001?,

Two years after I moved to the Valley of the sun?

I was getting chronic bronchitis and pneumonia as well,

Thought from our Guests,it was my environment, from working at the Hotel?

Anyway, Little Cinda, it is attacking her bodynotjust her immunity, but he
spine,

She isn't fine,

Just recently, they realized, she is going blind, losing her sight,

And so, Jeff made the decision to retire her, found this out Wednesday
night.

Cinda is almost 8 years old and now legally blind and is taking a form of
Pred forte 3 times a day

She is unable to guide, but she can certainly play.

Jeff and Keri will have to give her up for adoption, I know a good person
he will find,

That the individual or family will be caring, loving and kind,

And treat Cinda well, and have the resources to handle these health issues

This all made me cry I needed some tissues

These dogs are like our children like little people of ours,

They are with us for several hours,

Numerous of years

Are with us through the tears, the laughter and

Bring us safety, security, happiness and joy, very little sorrow

Here today, and tomorrow

Are with us at work, school and at home,

Not far from us they roam,

Our with us at Restaurants, sporting Events, pools, parks when we are
playing games,

We never forget the pup, their personality and name.

Love truly does lead the way,

In our hearts they do stay

Long after, they retire, and pass away; we remember them all, every day

When, they get ill or grown into old age, then, onto rainbow heaven

We don't forget, the days before they were seven,

When they were a young pup Frisky and filled with spunk, a bundle of energy,

And in Harness, they guided us, those of us who can't see,

We were a team, a partnership, a companion and friend

I am starting to cry, so, soon, this I must end.

I will tell you more about Cinda and her situation as things transpire, as
the days pass

And I wanted to tell you about how my sister is, who lives in mass

I heard from Tara recently by e-mail, they are all fine,

Not much time,

She has these days, a graduate Student, a Mom, a wife and a Chauffeur, doesn't
have any time for herself

But, I think, all are in good health?

Tara and Bob, just had their 19 th Wedding Anniversary the other day,
October Eight,

And Mary Beth and Todd, 7 years, October 7 Th, was their date,

The same week, Dougie I did get October 1, was that day,

And Mary Beth and Todd, My other sister, live an hour or so away,

And Jeff and Keri's 20 th Anniversary will be Wednesday October fifteen,

And my Niece Katie will be the Queen,

In the play," Sleeping Beauty", Her Brother Bobby, Rows, does Crew,

And Katie and Jo, 3 days a week, Horseback riding they do,

And Jo Anna is on the Field Hockey Team, this month it will all end

And marry Beth and Todd and their Girls are going to Disney World, not with
friends,

Rather, with Todd's Folks, they are taking them on a vacation all expenses
paid

And next year, Emma will be in Kindergarten, not the first Grade,

And Marin is in pre-school, they both like it, have fun,

And think, I will read, when this is done

I began reading "Pandora's Daughter" by Iris Johannsen, My Jaws
screenreader,butchers her name,

And do you all, think this KDD is lame?

Or just way too long it does seem?

And outside just now, I heard a couple College Guys scream

They sounded like girls, and quickly they were quiet, lol

Very good!, and the day after tomorrow, I return to Hyatt

Will work all week, not off again till Saturday October Eighteen,

So, not sure next, when a dose will be seen?

When you all hear from me?

Until then, a great week for you hope it will be.

Mountain Wings: No Admittance

MountainWings A MountainWings Moment
#8277 Wings Over The Mountains of Life
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No Admittance
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Wishing to encourage her young son's progress on the piano,
a mother took the small boy to a Paderewski concert. After they
were seated, the mother spotted a friend in the audience and
walked down the aisle to greet her.

Seizing the opportunity to explore the wonders of the concert
hall, the little boy rose and eventually explored his way
through a door marked "NO ADMITTANCE."

When the house lights dimmed and the concert was about to begin,
the mother returned to her seat and discovered that her son was
missing.

Suddenly, the curtains parted and the spotlights focused on the
impressive Steinway on stage.

In horror, the mother saw her little boy sitting at the piano,
innocently picking out "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star." At that
moment, the great piano master made his entrance, quickly moved
to the piano and whispered in the boy's ear,

"Don't quit. Keep playing."

Then leaning over, Paderewski reached down with his left hand
and began filling in a bass part. Soon his right hand reached
around the other side of the child and he added a running
obbligato.

Together, the old master and the young novice transferred a
frightening situation into a wonderfully creative experience.
The audience was mesmerized.

That's the way it is with God.

What we can accomplish on our own is hardly noteworthy. We try
our best, but the results aren't exactly graceful flowing music.

With the hand of God, our life's work truly can be beautiful.
So the next time you set out to accomplish great feats, listen
carefully and you can hear the voice of God whispering in your
ear, "Don't quit. Keep playing."

Feel His loving arms around you. Know that His strong hands are
playing the concerto of your life.

Remember, God doesn't call the equipped; he equips the called.

Your worst days are never so bad that you are beyond the reach
of God's grace.

And your best days are never so good that you are beyond the
reach of God's grace.

Don't Quit - Keep Playing

~Author Unknown~

www.MountainWings.com "Wings Over The Mountains of Life"

Today's KDD: Migraine Headaches,The VP Debate and Working Overtime

Its 6 O'clock on Friday October Three,

And I am here again, to compose a KDD,

Let's hope this one can be better expressed?

And yesterday, I was home from work, had a Migraine and needed my rest

My head was aching; I needed sleep and quiet,

And next week we shall finish the Guest Room renovations at our Hyatt,

Yesterday, I could not tolerate noise, wanted everyone to hush,

And recently I visited the website, Lush,

They have lots of good products there some I may want to buy?

I will just get a couple, give it a try

It's our friend Nicky's favorite stuff; she thinks it's the best, at the
top

I never visited one of their shops

Nor do I like shopping, much in person or online,

And hope your all well? Doing fine?,

Some of their massage products, I may obtain,

And the other night, not much I could retain

And throbbed, did my brain.

However, I am doing much better today, doing great,

And did you all watch the debate?

Last night

Did it shed some light?

On the issues for you? do you know how you will Vote on Election day?

It's just a month away,

Did you like what the VP Candidates did say?

How each presented themselves on the air

What are your views on the Economy, The war? And Health Care?

Sarah Palin seems Inteligent, articulate, a real person and down to earth,
cares about the middle class, that's Darrell and me,

Hope Vice-President, she will be

Some say, she does not have the same depth and knowledge of all the issues,
as Byden, I don't agree,

I think her and McCain is what we need here, in our land of the Free.

She knows her facts, had her figures and has a good grasp of foreign
affairs,

I have the impression, that she is not a typical politician that she truly
cares

Seems like she wants to resolve this war in Iraq,

To plan accordingly and bring our troops back,

And she is very worried about this Financial Crises, and also addresses the
topic of education,

I believe, she will be great for our Nation

This will be a very long week coming up Sunday at work, will be working
overtime,

Putting in the extra hours is fine

We could use the money, since Darrell is unemployed and in school,

Yet, they did not even ask me, that, is not very cool,

Since, they know, I have an injury to my arm and did not ask if I am doing
okay? if my pain level is high or low?

They have no clue, that they do not know,

Nor do I relly expect them too, this, pay attention,

But, it would have been nice, if the longer hours, they did mention

And see if I was willing, and if I was in moderate pain? If so, will it
diminish?

And if I really could finish,

These 50 hours of work they wanted me to complete with success?

Or that I would need another day off, and get some rest?

Fortunately, I had an adjustment today and the pain is minimal, not high,

I am sure the work week will fly?

Then Friday morning we will head down to Tucson to Visit Jeff and Keri, for
the weekend,

We have fun and enjoy the time we spend

All together,

And nicer, is our weather,

It's still hot, yet, the days are cooler and it's bearable to be out in this
desert sun

And I can't think of much more to say, so, soon, this dose will be done.
lol

I may begin a new novel, not a Koontz, but one by the Author Johannsen

And I won't be dancing,

Yet, a new book I will b reading, won't be able to stay up late,

The ending will just have to wait

I will have to gain control, refrain,

Shut down my brain,

And get to bed early at night so during the day I will feel good, be alert,

Perform my job well and my arm does not hurt

Due to the long hours, the extra work time,

If I do this, I will be fine.

I have no more to add to this, so will post now to my site,

You all take good care and have a good night.

http://lush.com/

Today's KDD: Furry Companions and the Economy Rescue Bill

Today is Tuesday October one, 7 at night

And sorry, lately I couldn't write

The creativity was just not there,

So nothing, I could share

Some doses never see the light of day,

And 7 years ago today,

I was given Dougie, and in November he will be nine,

As well asChanel, 11 years ago on September Twenty-nine,

And hope your all well doing fine?

Channelli is in rainbow heaven with all of her friends

And our buddy Julio is on the mend,

He had surgery last week, and is our Friend Nickie's Guide, her companion,
he still recuperates,

And Tomorrow night is the Vice-Presidential Debate.

In Rainbow Heaven are Reilly, Odell, and Finnigan,

As well as Topper and the Velcro Twins,

Fitzgerald and Zelda, Sunny, Tani too, Hannah the cat

Having fun and at peace is where they all are at,

They are not in pain in anymore,

And I wish I could be at the shore.

Anyway, it has been a great 7 years with Dougie, how time flies,

And this Bill this bail out, they just passed tonight, is large in Size.

, It I wouldn't pass,

And Darrell got a 91 on his Test, for his Journalism Class,

WE all would love a bail out, a loan, wouldn't you say?

And once done here, with Dougie I will play.

This Bill is 450 pages; it includes the Economy rescue,

And the Tax extensions too.

The Guest room Renovations I am told will be complete October Eight,

I am not sure, if that will be the date?

Will be glad when it's all done, lotsof work for us in Housekeeping,

And soon, I should be sleeping.

I am told by Fox TV, that the Tax Payers this bill will protect they say,
we will be

And this is not a very good KDd

Maybe, it to you I should not have brung? bring?,

And I am losing zing

I have had a long day,

So, need to cut this short, get on my way

I will write again, another day.

Share Our Strength

There should be no child in this great Nation of ours going Hungry.! We
have 95 % of the World's Wealth and though, I understand why we assist
other Countries in this cause, and others we should take care of our own
before coming to the aid of the Third World. Then, Let's assist Countries
like Ethiopia,Afghanistan and Iraq. Hunger and poverty have always been
social problems for the U.S,despite Us being one of the 5 Super Powers.
I have always done what I could to help others and get involved in Fund
raisers when I can. . Back in the 80's I helped raise money for both MDA
and the AHA by dancing the night away. The MDA Dance-a-thon was 24 hours
and I was exhausted,yet it was so much fun.! I really got down and boogied
lol.
In addition to those, Darrell and I have donated to the Red Cross after
9-11 and now Today we donated $10 to feed a few starving Children. ( We
were not happy with how our Dollars were spent after and I think so were
many people) We were going to participate in the "Share the Strength
Dine Out" and dine this evening at the Lone Star Steakhouse in Mesa.
However, it is not very practical. The food sounds delicious but it is,
expensive. Due to our Economic situation ,we really should not. Speaking of
Economics, Hope you all watched the Debate? Will write more about all that
later. We were mostly going to help the kids. Perhaps, we can have Dinner
there,another time.
Moreover, if your able and would like to Donate to this cause ,click the
link I enclosed below. I will also attach some facts about our starving
Children.
Today,just going to relax and later, we will be participating in the VR
Stream Virtual Party on ACB Radio. Dougie and I both attempted to write a
dose for you all last night ,yet neither one of us is feeling creative at
the moment
Perhaps the creative juices will flow later today?,sometime this weekend I
hope?. Meanwhile, look below and do what you can to help the hungry
children,if your able. I will write again another time. .

Every Contribution to the Great American Dine Out Can Make a Big Difference
No matter its size, your gift will help us make sure no kid in America grows
up hungry.

a.. $50 can help provide 48 preschool children with lunch for a day.
b.. $85 can help provide a mother and her child with meals and shelter for
a week.
c.. $100 can help provide 25 bags of age-appropriate, nutritious foods for
toddlers whose parents rely on Food Banks to properly feed their children.
d.. $145, can help buy 70 bags of fresh fruits and vegetables for
low-income families.
e.. $500 can help provide a truckload of food to a food pantry to help
serve an underprivileged community.*

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Today's KDD: Pet Friendly program,Dine Out Fund Raiser and " Strangers"

Its Thursday September 25 at 6; 30 at night,

Here I am again, to write,

Another KDd,

And tell you what is going on with Darrell and me,

Hope you're all doing fine?

And I am sure you all know that McCain is suspending his Campaign at this
time?,

Due to the Financial Crises, our Country is in; the debate may be cancelled
too

And my work week is almost through,

Much work I have had to do

Yet, most of it mundane, nothing exciting to report,

Let's hope Renovation will be, completed soon at the resort

However, I do know the construction crew are behind

And I don't have much on my mind,

To disclose,

Yet, a dose for you all I wanted to compose.

Darrell had an exam today He thinks he did well

And we will have a new program at the Hotel

A Pet Friendly one

Not a ton,

Of rooms, about 6 to 8,

For Guests with their Pets. I give that a high rate

They will have bowls and even a Pet menu,

With Pet treats, toys and beds too

They will have a sign on the door that says Let sleep, the beast within",

And it doesn't matter, if the dog or cat is small, large, fat or thin,

Or what breed, they will take them all

I am sure; they will have bones, tug toys, congs and balls

Doesn't matter what kind of hound, can be like Dougie and sit on your lap

And as said, they will have beds, so they can take a nap,

In fact, I am testing trying one for Dougie, at the office in Housekeeping,

Dougie the last two days has been seen,

Sleeping in it, one of the managers a digital Picture he took,

And I finished the book,

I was reading,

And I heard in the Election, Obama is leading,

And I will write more about the novel I red

And in a couple hours, it will be time for bed.

Anyway, I am attempting to stay on track, so confused, none of you get

I was telling you the stuff we will have for our Guests Pets,

Sorry, I change topics in midstream

And soon, I will lose steam

It has been along day you see,

For Me,

And as said, beds in the rooms their will be

And Dougie is testing it for Public Relations and approve he does,

It is a large pillow, very soft and I am sure, quickly it will collect his
fuzz,

His golden, strawberry blonde hair,

Just hope, it he doesn't tare?,

And rips it to shreds? Like his beds in the past?

For him and other dogs we would like them to last. Lol

There is a lady, whom makes these,

And she doesn't charge a huge fee,

A portion of the money goes to a dog Rescue,

The Humane Society is selling her beds and that we will also do.

Speaking of Fund Raisers did you see the link I sent last night?

To my site?

The "Share our Strength, Dine Out"?

Raising funds for Starving Children is what this one is about,

Selected restaurants will donate $1 toward specific entrees you order,
others it can feed

These Children, your help they need

I think Darrell and I will do this Saturday night,

At Lone star Steakhouse in Mesa, we will grab a bite,

They are one of the Restaurants that is participating in this, think its
great

Not much time, ends Sunday September Twenty-eight.

Darrell is reading "Strangers", as this I do create,

And Tomorrow night, will they have the Debate?

Alright, here is the premise of this Novel I finished the other night, its
30 hours, I stayed up late,

Because this one is great.

It is about half a dozen Strangers, from the West Coast and the East

There is a Writer, Medical Resident, and a Priest,

A Husband and Wife who manage The Tranquility hotel

A Cocktail Waitress and a professional Thief as well

The Writer lives in Laguna Beach and the Priest in Chicago,

The Doctor in Boston, and she is quite skilled, is a pro,

The Waitress and her daughter live in Nevada and so does the Husband and
wife,

Who manage the Hotel, and the Thief is very familiar with Weapons, guns and
a knife

He is from New York and has Military experience, so does the Hotel
Manager

And the Event that did occur,

That does connect them all, happened two summers ago

Yet, not till close to the end, this they know.

Somehow they are all linked together at this place and time,

And in an hour it will be nine.

, most of these Main Characters are having nightmaires, insomnia, Fuegs,
loss of memories

One character , a hypnotist, they do see

They have no idea as to why, have no clue,

Later, they find the explanation, they do!

A few are receiving notes and pictures in their snail mail and Electronic,

Some need tranquilizers and alcohol stronger then tonic

To cope with these issues that is affecting her and him

Life for them all looks, dreary and grim

They begin to think, they are a hopeless case

And this novel, is definitely not a waste

It is one that I would recommend

And I will not tell you more, want you, to read to the end

My friend, it ,you would enjoy, if you like Dean Koontz and Mysteries, ,
thrillers, action and adventure, then, you too, will say its great, one of
the best

And I should go soon, get ready for bed, get my rest,

Tomorrow work I do go,

Occupancy is low,

Yet, I will be busy, with guests Requests and projects and such,

And another time I will write, and you all keep in touch,

Would love to hear from you all,what is on your mind, anything you have to
say,

About my blog, novels I am reading okay?

Anything at all. send comments my way,

For now, take care and good night or good day.

Share Our Strength, America's Dine out

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Today's KDD: Darrell's Classes finding inspiration and the first day of Fall,

It's shortly after 11 on September Twenty-two,

Not much new,

How about you?

Today Darrell was suppose to have his Surgery,

Now, we are not exactly sure when it will be?

We don't know the next Surgery date,

And I was going to wait

To compose another KDD, because I am enjoying the novel I am reading

Yet, perhaps, a dose you are needing?

Once upon a time, I wrote every day or whenever I had a chance,

However, that is not possible anymore, under the circumstance,

Due to my work environment,

So, this has much to do with, why less are sent,

As well as Have-not had any creativeness

Thus, thought it would be best

If I only wrote when my artistic style was stimulated and worthy of note?,

Maybe, it shouldn't matter, when I wrote?

Write? Shouldn't matter if it is not appealing?

For you the reader, necessarily?? for me, writing is healing,

For me,

And that was one of the reasons I had began the Kdd

Over two years ago,

Just wish every day, the creative juices would flow,

And time would permit,

To allow me to sit,

Here, after work and write about the Happening's of my day

However, I don't always have things to say

Or are not able to disclose certain things on this site

And other times, just tired at night

Don't have vigor

Not always like tigger

Don't have spring in my step, or inspiration,

And Darrell may wait to have his surgery over Christmas vacation.

All A's, he does receive,

and this journalism Degree he will achieve

This long term goal, he will obtain,,

He is determined and has the brain,

His classes are going pretty well, and he is adapting again to the College
Scene,

Not exactly what he remembers when he was a teen?

And of course, he does have to intervene

Between the professor and the disability office and get what he needs to
succeed,

And after this, more of the Novel," Stranger's" I will read

He feels with most of the students, he can't relate

That they are superficial, could he have a good debate?

Says, most seem like they really don't want to learn,

Those only good grades they want to earn,

Not just knowledge gained, that most, just do the minimum to get by,

And thus, finding it difficult to identify,

With most of his classmates there,

And wonder, if this, I should even share?

This entry at all?

And it's the first day of fall,

As you may know, it's my favorite season, some say, it symbolizes death and
dying? Do you?

And that spring is for a time of renewal,

And for rebirth,

However, in the autumn, one can smell the earth,

And feel the cool, crisp, air

Love the feeling of the wind blowing in my hair,

And on my face, skin so faire

The taste of chicken noodle soup and apple cider

Those things sometimes give me oomph and inspire me as a writer,

If you can say I am one?

I am not sure; just know, I find it relaxing,rewarding and fun,

And soon, this will be done

As said, the book, I want to resume

And also have to clean the kitchen and living room.

Dean Koontz novels, do captivate,

Most of his I read, I think they are great,

I do want to read others, Like Jo Hanson Sawyer and Turrow,

When, I do, I will let you know,

It is now, 12; 30,

And Darrell is doing laundry, had many clothes that were dirty

I have things to do, so, should get on my way,

Do take good care & have a fantastic day.

Today's KDD: DINKS and SINKS lol

It's the same day almost 12 hours later though

And this morning, we were adjusted by our Chiropractor, she is a pro,

She knows her stuff, The Skelton structure, muscles and bones, how it all
works together

And nicer is the weather,

Its about 92 here

Autumn is near,

Just around the corner just a few days away

We are having a very good day.

,First are hair cuts we did get, no more wings and split ends

Then, we saw Andréa our Chiropractor and friend

Both of us are feeling pretty good, no pain, have none

And this morning the novel, I begun,

Began,"Strangers", in between the appointments we ran,

While sitting waiting to be seen , not far into the plot, into the
storyline,

And hope your all well?, doing fine?,

We were catching up with Andréa, finding out what is new,

And her, with us too,

WE were telling her, how we are Dinks, not ding bats or a ninny

And I do like most things,minature and Minnie

Many small things, I do love,

And the Sociological Term, I think, most of you have heard of?

DINKS, Dual Income, No Kids. that is Darrell and me, for the most part, we
think, that is very cool,

However, now, that he is in school

We are SINKS, Single and still no kids, yet, that is okay,

That is one of the things, we discussed today,

Andreya,Darrell and me,

And Darrell had even joked, how, he could see, this topic, would become a
Kdd? Lol

So, this, I just had to do. you know?, is it good material?, who
knows?

I never know what I will compose,

On any given day, so, we all have to wait,

That, is what makes life so great,

We never know, exactly how the day will go, only so much we can plan, yet,
the rest is unknown

And my Blog, it seems, it has taken on a life of its own?, lol,

Our destiny isnot set in stone

And we have some control, in the choices we make,

Yet, never knowing, exactly what road, we will take

WE all have to make the best use of the cards we are dealt,

Make decisions, take actions, and emotions are felt,

Participate, keep living,

Get involved, and be giving

And Learn from each other here on planet Earth,

Recognize, we all have self worth,

And there is a purpose for it all,

And I am so much looking forward to fall,

I always am, This Season, it's the best,

And this afternoon, going to relax, rest,

Since, I will have to work for the next 4 days, till Sunday, September
twenty-one,

Want to make lunch, read, so, soon, this is done,

So, this, SINK , wants to fill up, on this plot

There is not much substance, so far, I got,

Have-not read much Yet,, The Characters, scenes I will retain

And other information from my brain,

Will drain

Not going to think about work, or the Hotel today,

Take care for now, okay?

I Have another KDD to post to my site,

And later in the week, I will write.

Today's KDD: Darrell's Upcoming Surgery and the Novel " Strangers"

The Clock just struck midnight, now September 17 Th,we haven't gone to bed
but will,

In the morning going to get our Hair cut over on Mill

And then to our Chiropractor Andréa, Our bodies she will adjust

And tomorrow afternoon, I will remove the rust

From our bedroom bathroom, our Toilet, there was a leak

And I work for the rest of the week,

Will be doing overtime,

And Darrell is downloading a book onto the bookport of mine

So, a new Dean Koontz novel I can read Called "Strangers", looks great

And September 22, is Darrell's Surgery Date,

Not exactly sure what they will do?

Or at what time, the Surgeons will be through?,

We are told, it will be about 2 or so,

So, 2 hours prior we will go

Leave here, Spectra Eye Center is in Sun City, about 40 miles away,

The length of the operation, will depend, see what they will say

Will see, when, they have him in the O.R

Of course, it will depend on how things are

The condition of his right eye

And the time, will not fly,

As I sit in the waiting room by myself,Dougie and me

Its not like, I can compose a Kdd,

But, I will likely read a book, or listen to music, so the time will pass

And the artificial Cornea was invented by a Doctor in Mass.

Hope the procedure, long it will not be?

Typically, a couple hours?, if all goes well?, right?,

And I am certainly up late tonight?

And last night, I attempted to write

But, I had writers block, A KDd did not materialize,

And in 7 hours we will rise,

And an hour later, we will be up and gone

At least, I don't have to get up before dawn,

Today. That is good for Darrell and me,

And hopefully, not long Darrell's Recovery will be?

They want to remove the silicone oil, and give him a combo of a donor and
artificial Cornea transplant,

If there are complications, such as Retinal Tares they can't

And will leave the silicone in there,

And I am hoping to take most of next week off, to be home for some of his
after care,

And some classes he will miss, yet, only a few not many of,

And I will make stuff, that he does love

Home cooked meals, or give him, hot soup or tea,

Or go run to the pharmacy

Or anything else, just be around to give him TLC

Hope I will be able,

We will not be watching much cable,

Its now almost 1,

And this, it should be done

I should get to bed hit the sack,

But, I will be back,

Another time another day

Until then, take good care, stay well okay?

Last KDD for Today: Update on Ike and the Train Wreck

It's the same day, same place,

And do you think this morning's KDd shouldn't have been written? The
subject was of poor taste?,

Its now,4:03,

And once Again, you are hearing from me,

Perhaps, I should not have composed a dose about the "Poop Deck"??

And now, I have more information about Ike and the Train Wreck

And I am happy to say, I have no pain in my neck.

I heard there were 2 deaths and 25 million without power, will take
weeks to restore,

I figured, there would be more,

Yet, I am relieved, there are not more victims, of this Hurricane,

And now Ike,is a Tropical Storm, there will be much rain,

And some did not evacuate

Much devastation, in the Texas state,

Galveston underwater and Houston, buildings burned to the ground,

The JB Morgan Chase Building, was found

In shambles. Window pains, blinds, furniture, trash on the street,

The Media hearing commentary from Residence, that they did meet,

I guess, early morning, Furniture went flying through the air and hit a
parking garage, they just stood and stare,

As it flew across the street and glass shattered everywhere

Being careful not to be hit by debris,

Outside, you wouldn't see me!.

I would have been one of the many who left my home,

I wouldn't be in the midst of it all or roam

Walking around town, action I would have taken,

And now, Firefighters, rescues they are making

And who knows, if the manager and the customers of the "Poop Deck" did
survive?

And as I said, I wouldn't name my business that? It must be a dive?

Does remain the deck?

And now, I will tell you about the train wreck.

I heard, there were 200 some on the commuter train in L A,

Yesterday,

it was Metro link,

And the Engineer of the other Train, did not drink,

But fell asleep, ran a red light, while, the passengers, were enjoying the
ride,

Both trains, on the same track, and suddenly did collide

The total deaths are 24 and many critically injured. more deaths, there
later could be,

And I heard Paramedics, limbs underneath, they did see

Yet, were respectful of the dying, treated all with care

And dignity

This is very bad,

Makes me feel sad,

? The media has nothing else to report to us all?

Except about Ike, the train accident and tremendous rainfall?

There has to be more? I would think? That, we could debate?

Yet, it wouldn't have the same rate,

And this coming week, isHousekeepping appreciation , at work, I don't feel
much of it,

From where I sit

From my point of view

From what I hear fun things other departments will do,

For all of us in Housekeeping, I shall see,

Who knows, maybe, a good week, it will be

I know, I will be working 50 hours, starting tomorrow; it will be a long
one,

And should go. so, this is done,

Take good care,alright?,

And another time, I will write.

Today's KDD: "Poop Deck"

Today is Saturday September 13, at 10;04,

I had not planned writing today, but I just had to say more,

Later last night, I watched more of the News, about Ike, This one is large
in size

And I couldn't believe my ears, not my eyes,

On what I heard, Some in Galveston Texas were still there,

But, that is not what blew my mind, its what they, next did share,

There were some, hanging out at a Restaurant called "Poop Deck

Have not heard anymore about the train Wreck,

have you?

Can you believe, naming a business that?. That I wouldn't do"

I am not feeding you a bunch of bull, this isn't crap

I am not tossing manure on your lap,

Or wouldn't on your plate,

Can't you just wait,

To go there?, to grab a bite? Lol

I certainly would lose my appetite

And would not want to tell folks, I am a manager at the "Poop Deck",

And I wonder, too customers, quickly ask for their check?

Before they are served their entrée and they don't make it to dessert?,

I would think, it would taste worse then dirt,

Wouldn't you think?

I know they have a bar there too, Maybe, they have much to drink?

Maybe, they get Wasted? And drunk as a skunk?

So, they don't know the food really stunk

And maybe, they don't have taste buds?

Many there said, they would ride the storm, that they can't believe the
floods,

That they would just Paddle, hopefully make it,

And wonder, if their menu items, are really a hit?

Or one should just pass?

Or if they have irregularity?, Indigestion? And Gas?

Not sure what is the scoop?, This piece can you digest? will you devour?

Or do you have a sudden urge, to take a shower?

Lather up and scrub? Or do you want another cup?

I will continue to shovel it up?

Give you another bowl, a huge platter,

And then, you can go to your doctor, and he can say, What is the matter?
Lol

Nah, I am sure, the food there, tastes just fine,

That customers, go there to dine,

But, really,Enough of this crap okay?

How are you Today?,

Hope your fine?

Today, going to relax, this coming week I will be working overtime

We will be slammed at the hotel,

And have you heard more, about Ike?, how much rain fell

And the damage there?

I know this is brief, but this I just had to share,

About this name of the Restaurant, It gave me a good laugh, I had to say,

And for now, so long, have a great day.

Today's KDD: Hurricaine Isaac and News Ratings

Today is the 12 TH of September at8;03,

It was actually a very good day for me

At work. I can't at all complain,

And not sure when next we will get rain,

Tonight I heard about an Accident, involving two trains,

On the West Coast, A commuter and A freight,

And hope your day was great?

That it was a good one?

And Soon, Isaac will hit, won't know the damage, until its done

Until its completed the Cycle, before it heads out to sea,

, right now, many did flea

This one has such power,

Heard right now, winds at 60 Miles an hour,

And has already flooded 300 miles of the Coast. not sure how much rain
fell?

Just heard, there is water in the lobby of the Holiday Inn Hotel,

And the Reporter's Satellite equipment is shaking,

They have mentioned glass breaking,

Not yet any debris flying, not sure now, how strong the wind is blowing?

And all Evening, This Hurricane, they have been showing

Geraldo Rivera is there,

Can't these Reporter's just share?

Information, the news? Without being melodramatic? They find it exciting,

When, live at the "Scene", when their citing

An Event, such as this,

Not a single minute they don't want to miss,

When, there is flooding, Plane crashes, shootings, they become Animated and
seemed thrilled

The more damage there is and more killed

They Seem glad, Its like they want a catastrophic situation, they are
waiting

To increase the ratings

So, their story will make the Headlines,, and Recognition they will get

And us, viewers would be glued to our sets?

What do you think? Do you agree? Am I right on the money

As I write this, I think, isn't there anything funny?,

Humorous, or inspiring to report? Haven't heard any in the last couple days

Just recalling 9-11, Hurricanes, Train Wrecks, Blazes,

And other Crimes?

Whether your reading the New your Times,

Wall street Journal or the U S A Today,

There is nothing, really Positive for the Journalists to say

What about a human Interest Piece?, A rescue taking place?

That is more my taste,

Up my Alley, more like my speed

Stories about Ordinary People, I would like to read

What about you?

Do you feel that way too?

I began to tell you about work, I had a pleasant day,

And my co-workers could hear what I say

On the phone through my headset which is a very good thing,

And I wish something upbeat I could bring

Rather then, these Stories about Hurricane Isaac Pounding Texas and 10
killed on the train

Sometimes, the News, I do refrain

I would rather, watch Comedies or a good book,

Then, hear about an Earth Quake, that shook

In California, or a murder in our City,

I much rather read something witty

And it, tickle my funny bone,

Or find out how my family and Friends are on the phone

Or write to you all,

And I am tuning out Geraldo again, mentioning the sea wall, lol

Drowning him out, turning my ear the other way,

And we chatted with our Brother-in-law today.

Bob, in Boston, seems all are doing fine

About 30 minutes we were on the line,

Bobby is now a Sophomore, and on Crew, the Rowing Team,

And Joanna, 13,

tried out for Field Hockey, she is Athletic and I think has a high
self-esteem,

Their Younger Sis Katie is in the 5 Th grade, doing just fine,

And after School, she spends time

With her little Cousins Cole and Liam, 5 & 2,

Hanging out, is what they do

They live next Door, I am sure, they have fun,

And its now 9;30, I should run,

Rap this up, , this should come to a close,

And Maybe, tomorrow, a KDd I will Compose?

I am off, Work I don't have to Go

I am not, going to see, how fast the wind does blow

Will listen to Delilah and watch Home Improvement instead,

And spend time with Darrell before its time for bed,

Another time, I will write,

For now, Have a good night.

Today's KDD: Where were you When The Towers Fell?

Its almost 4; 30 on the 11 th of September

As I told you, I do remember,

That September day, 7 years ago,

And Darrell's Watching Voyager one of his favorite shows.

Today, many pay tribute, to all the hero's and lives lost that day, on those
planes and the Towers

And last night, we had rain showers

I know, 343 firefighters lost their lives from what they did say,

Over 3,000 died that tragic day

It makes me sad, how appalling,

What a disaster, the blaze all the rubble, people falling,

Some calling,

Their wives, children, loved ones, saying their goodbyes one last time

Later that day, others standing in line

Giving their blood and donating for a good Cause,

As all of us, paused

Assessing what matters most,

And we were all united from Coast to Coast

From New York to L A and everywhere in between,

And some, will never forget, what, was seen,

At Ground Zero and on their Television sets,

And I am sure, some, had regrets?,

Not spending as much time with those they care for?

Promising to be there more,

For Family, Friends, and their Community,

And realizing, life, the same it would never be.

Most, for a short while, were more friendly, to strangers, more thoughtful
and a hand they did lend

Then, months later helping only their family and friends

Not as often assisting a child in Danger

Or speaking to a stranger

On the street all too often, we are in our own little world, not paying much
attention, to others and things in the universe,

And in some circumstances, we think we have it worse,

Compared to our Neighbor? wanting to relinquish?

Praying? hoping we would get our wish?

Some, have changed, that, I do believe,

And I m sure, many still do grieve,

And that this is a difficult day for some, they ask why,

Trying to stay strong, yet, they cry

Many somehow find strength to carry on,

Despite, their loved ones now gone,

They take responsibility; go to work so they can put food on the table

Though, some days, they are not able,

They make sure their children are kept safe, dry and warm,

Despite, their Mom and Dads, not around after they were born.

Some, told their story, wrote a book

And today, again, here we look,

Listen and revisit, these Events in the News

Perhaps, you choose

Not too?

I do!

I recall, being asleep when the first plane hit the Tower,

Then, at 5; 45, the alarm went off, it was time for me to get up, take a
shower

Get ready for work and on my way

Darrell and I, certainly, remember, the beginning of that day

On Beth and Bill they read the news, sent over the wire,

Described the scene, at the Trade Center, the planes crashing, the black
smoke, the fire,

It suddenly made us sit up straight in the bed,

In shock of what they had just said

When, normally we continue to sleep again pressing the button to snooze

This time however, we wanted to see the news,

For our selves. it certainly opened my eyes

Hearing how polluted were our skies

And malicious the highjackers Could be,

I was, and am Saddened

And ,where, is Bin Laden?

Since I had to work, Darrell was home, giving me a report ,

While he did telecommute, and I at the Resort

He, in between doing work tasks would watch CNN and Fox Cable,

When, he was able.

Yesterday, I describe what that day was like at work, at the hotel for
us employees and our Guests

So, you know, the rest

However, I'd like to know Where you were When, the Towers Fell, What your
Thoughts are about that day?

Would love to hear what you have to say,

On this subject or anything else for that matter, send a comment, do write,

And I know, lately, much I have posted to my site

I don't write for days at a time Then,, one day, many do appear

And not much going on here,

Just having the news on in the background, soon, Will listen to Debbie's
Relationship Connection show,

So, I will now, go,

Today, I had an adjustment my body is now aligned

And Have I expressed too much of what is on my mind?

My body was way out of whack,

And work Tomorrow, I do go back,

My headset they are going to replace for me,

And out of place was my back,arm,hips,ribs and knee,

As well as my neck, on both sides, hurting was the base of my neck and my
spine,

, but now, I am fine,

and Darrell and Dougie too,

and for now, This KDd is through.

Nethug Message: Never Forget

I'll never forget that awful day
When our world turned upside down
The stunning blow that shook us all
It could happen in any town.

Our lives are changed forever
Caution leads the way
We're wary now and careful
No, we shall never forget that day.

We used to be so impatient
As we hurried from place to place
But now we patiently wait our turn
With a smile upon our face.

We'll never forget those we lost
In our hearts they will remain
They sacrificed for all of us
And they did not die in vain.

So never forget that awful day
And how it changed us all
Coming together with care and love
One nation...standing proud and tall.

Written By: Charlotte Anselmo

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