. . . I work in a cube? Well, I do. It's complete with gray walls. The splashes of color here and there are pictures I've taken from various travels and made into collages. Anyhow, the style or decoration of the cube is not the focal point there. Although I think it's a cute cube :)
Living in cube land 8 hours a day 5 days a week can be pretty interesting; especially when you have neighbors to the south and east as I do. I face the southwest from my cube. In the southern-southeastern direction we have three crazy girls on the girl row and to my east is one, usually quiet, neighbor. I think all the cube mates will agree that the one who sits due south is a total goof ball! But we all love her dearly.
Let's just say these cube buddies make life very interesting 8 hours a day 5 days a week! You just never know what you're going to hear, see, sometimes smell, have chucked at you over the cube walls, or when your facebook account will be hacked. LOL Gotta love these girls. I sure do. They are great friends.
Here's to cube mates and great friends! Cheers!
Until next time . . .
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Jasper made it home!
Well after spending two nights at the vet my Jasper is home! I'm so glad. I missed my little puppy. Who actually is not that little. He had to be weighed when being checked into the vet. That little lad weighs 46.6 pounds! He's going to be a thooster!
So his 'altering' procedure, aka neutering, went well. Everything is so far so good. He's still Jasper that's for sure. Get this, he was sweet as pie for my dad when he took him and picked him up from the vet. Dad said he sat right up next to him in the truck the entire way home. Well, he briefly laid down and wanted to chew on the seat belt, but dad quickly told him that was a no no. But, Jasper never once wanted to chew or give Jasper Kisses...bite! However, when I get home and take him for his walk.........he bites my wrists and ankles and doesn't think twice! I just don't get it. One change I have noticed already is that when I pet him to calm him down after he's had a fit (biting) he calms right down. So glad!
Jasper knew where he was when dad turned onto the county road. He for sure knew where he was when dad pulled into my drive. Dad told me Jasper got all kinds of excited! Awe!!
I'm so happy to have my pup home. We got back to our walking last night and this morning. He pulled me right on down the road. Oh, and I was advised to keep him calm for about a week; i.e. no running, jumping or swimming. Well the swimming part I can handle because I'm keeping him on his leash and he can't get to the ponds. However, have you tried to keep a six month old lab who is full of energy, or full of it, from jumping or running?!!! Impossible!! I say that's about as possible as keeping a bull in a china closet from breaking any dishes! haha I think it's going to be a long week if you ask me. Nonetheless I'm happy the procedure is over, he's recovering and my puppy is home to stay. Scary to think of cold weather, but I actually had a vision last night of playing in the snow with my pup. He's going to love it!
Until next time . . .
So his 'altering' procedure, aka neutering, went well. Everything is so far so good. He's still Jasper that's for sure. Get this, he was sweet as pie for my dad when he took him and picked him up from the vet. Dad said he sat right up next to him in the truck the entire way home. Well, he briefly laid down and wanted to chew on the seat belt, but dad quickly told him that was a no no. But, Jasper never once wanted to chew or give Jasper Kisses...bite! However, when I get home and take him for his walk.........he bites my wrists and ankles and doesn't think twice! I just don't get it. One change I have noticed already is that when I pet him to calm him down after he's had a fit (biting) he calms right down. So glad!
Jasper knew where he was when dad turned onto the county road. He for sure knew where he was when dad pulled into my drive. Dad told me Jasper got all kinds of excited! Awe!!
I'm so happy to have my pup home. We got back to our walking last night and this morning. He pulled me right on down the road. Oh, and I was advised to keep him calm for about a week; i.e. no running, jumping or swimming. Well the swimming part I can handle because I'm keeping him on his leash and he can't get to the ponds. However, have you tried to keep a six month old lab who is full of energy, or full of it, from jumping or running?!!! Impossible!! I say that's about as possible as keeping a bull in a china closet from breaking any dishes! haha I think it's going to be a long week if you ask me. Nonetheless I'm happy the procedure is over, he's recovering and my puppy is home to stay. Scary to think of cold weather, but I actually had a vision last night of playing in the snow with my pup. He's going to love it!
Until next time . . .
Monday, September 13, 2010
Jasper's 1st bath (inside) ....and trip to the vet
So Jasper had is 1st bath in the bathtub last night! Much fun let me tell you. Sadly I don't have a picture as evidence, only the memory. Sorry, my hands were a little preoccupied holding the pup in the tub! haha
So, you may be asking right about now: Why give an outside dog a bath in the bathtub? Why not just give him a bath outside with the hose? Well, you see, it was dark outside plus a little on the cool side. You ask, "So why not just wait until another day?" Jasper is making a trip to the vet today for a sleep over; two nights sleep over to be exact. He wreaked of pond water and cow manure so I wanted him fresh and shiny! Plus, I wanted to give him a warm bath so he wouldn't get so chilly and possibly catch a cold. He's my baby you know!
He did pretty good for the most part. He actually took the bath better in the tub than he does outside. I think it was the warm water. At first he didn't want to come in the house because I'm all the time getting after him to stay outside when I open the door. Guess he thought it was a trick. After I finally got him in the tub he sat right down and enjoyed. He only started shaking and splashing water everywhere towards the end. Then, I said, "ok let's go!" Out of that tub he jumped and through my house he went..quickly! To finalize the pampering I dried him off with a nice warm towel fresh from the dryer...he loved it!
At this very moment my pup is in the care of the vet clinic. Dad called to let me know they made it. I asked if he behaved; he meaning Jasper. Dad said as soon as they walked in another dog started making racket and Jasper began barking like crazy! tehehehe I told dad to tell them they better take care of my baby!
I miss my sweet Jasper already. He'll be home Wednesday afternoon. I sure hope they take good care of him. **sniff**sniff**tear**
Until next time . . .
So, you may be asking right about now: Why give an outside dog a bath in the bathtub? Why not just give him a bath outside with the hose? Well, you see, it was dark outside plus a little on the cool side. You ask, "So why not just wait until another day?" Jasper is making a trip to the vet today for a sleep over; two nights sleep over to be exact. He wreaked of pond water and cow manure so I wanted him fresh and shiny! Plus, I wanted to give him a warm bath so he wouldn't get so chilly and possibly catch a cold. He's my baby you know!
He did pretty good for the most part. He actually took the bath better in the tub than he does outside. I think it was the warm water. At first he didn't want to come in the house because I'm all the time getting after him to stay outside when I open the door. Guess he thought it was a trick. After I finally got him in the tub he sat right down and enjoyed. He only started shaking and splashing water everywhere towards the end. Then, I said, "ok let's go!" Out of that tub he jumped and through my house he went..quickly! To finalize the pampering I dried him off with a nice warm towel fresh from the dryer...he loved it!
At this very moment my pup is in the care of the vet clinic. Dad called to let me know they made it. I asked if he behaved; he meaning Jasper. Dad said as soon as they walked in another dog started making racket and Jasper began barking like crazy! tehehehe I told dad to tell them they better take care of my baby!
I miss my sweet Jasper already. He'll be home Wednesday afternoon. I sure hope they take good care of him. **sniff**sniff**tear**
Until next time . . .
Thursday, September 9, 2010
90 Years on this Earth!!!
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| Grandma with her (always) beautiful crape myrtles 8/5/2010 |
Ninety years ago today, and still going strong, this little spit fire came into the world. Happy Birthday Grandma Bertha!
Imagine, 90 years. I can't fathom the changes, trials, and enjoyment one will see and endure over a 90 year span. Born in 1920, this little lady has seen them all.
- seen and gone through the Great Depression
- lived through the time of WWII
- enjoyed God's gift of marriage and was married for over 50 years to the love of her life, my wonderful Grandpa Leemon
- raised and has seen her three children grow up and raise their own families
- watched her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren grow
- her nose has itched every day of her life . . . you would have to have been around her awhile to understand this! hahaha
- lived through decades of technology change
So on this very special birthday I say, "Thank you Lord for giving grandma good health and (so far) 90 years of life, and for letting her still be here with us!" She's my only grandparent with us so we've got to cherish all the moments.
Happy 90th Birthday Grandma!!! Love you so much!
Until next time . . .
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Lue Preston Davis 8/29/1914 - 9/8/1995
We have been giving another beautiful Fall-like day today, even though it's on the rainy side. Hey, we've had a dry, hot summer....I think the rain is beautiful!
Today's post is dedicated my wonderful grandpa Lue, whom I miss dearly. Lue Preston Davis, born 8/29/1914, left this world and went home to be with our Lord 15 years ago today; 9/8/1995. It's hard to sink in it's been 15 years. Fifteen years ago we were in a different decade, fifteen years ago I was 16!
I have so many fond memories of my Grandpa (Lue) and Grandma (Hazel) Davis. She left us May '88. My memories: spending a week or two at a time with them in the summer....going yard sale'n....going to auctions....going to singings....going to church. I had never heard a preacher like Herlin Johnson! We also fed the chickens and milked the cow; yes by hand! When I was little Grandma ALWAYS had made me a new dress or two; got homemade dresses for every birthday I think. Oh the summer days eating watermelon in the front yard; and spitting seeds at each other. I can still see and hear them laugh. I can also still hear them getting after me after I'd done something I shouldn't have! hahaha I remember the family get-togethers and holidays and grandma's homemade pies YUM! She was the best crust maker ever! I remember grandpa having eggs and bacon practically every morning for breakfast. He had cornbread and milk (in the same cup) most evenings. I remember picking beans with them in the garden. I remember grandpa's old (orange) Ford truck with the picture of horses on the back glass. Something I can still hear is what my grandpa said to me EVERY time he saw me - his first words...."Whatcha been up to Puddin' Head?" Goodness, there is so much to remember.
Most of all, I remember how much they loved us and how we loved them. That's the best memory!
Thank you for the wonderful memories. These memories means you're still in my heart forever and always. I'll be seeing you again one day. Love you Grandpa Lue and Grandma Hazel Davis. Miss you both dearly!
Until next time . . .
Today's post is dedicated my wonderful grandpa Lue, whom I miss dearly. Lue Preston Davis, born 8/29/1914, left this world and went home to be with our Lord 15 years ago today; 9/8/1995. It's hard to sink in it's been 15 years. Fifteen years ago we were in a different decade, fifteen years ago I was 16!
I have so many fond memories of my Grandpa (Lue) and Grandma (Hazel) Davis. She left us May '88. My memories: spending a week or two at a time with them in the summer....going yard sale'n....going to auctions....going to singings....going to church. I had never heard a preacher like Herlin Johnson! We also fed the chickens and milked the cow; yes by hand! When I was little Grandma ALWAYS had made me a new dress or two; got homemade dresses for every birthday I think. Oh the summer days eating watermelon in the front yard; and spitting seeds at each other. I can still see and hear them laugh. I can also still hear them getting after me after I'd done something I shouldn't have! hahaha I remember the family get-togethers and holidays and grandma's homemade pies YUM! She was the best crust maker ever! I remember grandpa having eggs and bacon practically every morning for breakfast. He had cornbread and milk (in the same cup) most evenings. I remember picking beans with them in the garden. I remember grandpa's old (orange) Ford truck with the picture of horses on the back glass. Something I can still hear is what my grandpa said to me EVERY time he saw me - his first words...."Whatcha been up to Puddin' Head?" Goodness, there is so much to remember.
Most of all, I remember how much they loved us and how we loved them. That's the best memory!
Thank you for the wonderful memories. These memories means you're still in my heart forever and always. I'll be seeing you again one day. Love you Grandpa Lue and Grandma Hazel Davis. Miss you both dearly!
Until next time . . .
Friday, September 3, 2010
The Funnies of Jasper...so far!
Ok, so I have this dog, a five month old lab puppy to be exact. Officially he is Doc's Collins Ridge Fire Ball, but most of the time he goes by Jasper and occasionally Goober or Spaz. He's Goober when he does something stupid like running into the barbwire fence. He's Jasper when he's being his sweet self or in trouble. And he's Spaz when, well, need I say more?! Some days he goes by all three because he can't figure out who he wants to be. haha
Let's just say last night he was Jasper-Spaz-Goober all in the same breath. Is that possible? you ask. Yes, yes it is! To set the scene: it's a breezy fall-like evening with a storm brewing on the horizon. We're playing in the yard and fixing to head out for our evening walk. Off we go, walking down the road. We stop for a dip in the water, well Jasper did anyway. Ok...I'm going to fast forward a bit. We're in my sister's yard when our mom pulls into the drive. We're all talking. Jasper is under my feet and Tucker is tucked really close to us because it's thundering. Jasper loves Tucker so he starts messing with him. Tuck's too scared to growl so he just sits there and lets Jasper love on him. Finally Tucker has had enough, right. Tucker pins Jasper to the ground. Jasper jumps up and starts zizzing around mom's car....he's entered Spaz mode. Then, next thing I know he is behind me with his head between my legs just staring Tucker down! hahahaha Super funny moment.
But the fun's not over . . . .
To continue in the excitement all Jasper wanted from my sister was for her to pet him and she wouldn't. So, to get back at her ignoring him what does he do? He runs to my sister's pool (it's one of those blue ones that look like a mushroom). He jumps on the side and looks at my sister. When she looks he jumps as if he's going to jump in (which he has before) and rests his paws over the side....then he looks at her in a brief stare down as if to say, "Ha!" As soon as I start toward him to get him out of trouble and my sister starts toward him to woop his butt of course he gets down. But, does he quit? NOoooo, he has to continue the madness! He runs to the OTHER side of the pool and does the same thing all over again. The look on his face, as he's resting on the side of the pool, was absolutely priceless humor. He knew he wasn't supposed to do it yet he did. He knew my sister was going to get him, but he continued. Mom and I laughed big time, my sister on the other hand . . .
Fun evening! Good laughs! Words to the wise - next time, pet the pup!
Until next time . . .
Let's just say last night he was Jasper-Spaz-Goober all in the same breath. Is that possible? you ask. Yes, yes it is! To set the scene: it's a breezy fall-like evening with a storm brewing on the horizon. We're playing in the yard and fixing to head out for our evening walk. Off we go, walking down the road. We stop for a dip in the water, well Jasper did anyway. Ok...I'm going to fast forward a bit. We're in my sister's yard when our mom pulls into the drive. We're all talking. Jasper is under my feet and Tucker is tucked really close to us because it's thundering. Jasper loves Tucker so he starts messing with him. Tuck's too scared to growl so he just sits there and lets Jasper love on him. Finally Tucker has had enough, right. Tucker pins Jasper to the ground. Jasper jumps up and starts zizzing around mom's car....he's entered Spaz mode. Then, next thing I know he is behind me with his head between my legs just staring Tucker down! hahahaha Super funny moment.
But the fun's not over . . . .
To continue in the excitement all Jasper wanted from my sister was for her to pet him and she wouldn't. So, to get back at her ignoring him what does he do? He runs to my sister's pool (it's one of those blue ones that look like a mushroom). He jumps on the side and looks at my sister. When she looks he jumps as if he's going to jump in (which he has before) and rests his paws over the side....then he looks at her in a brief stare down as if to say, "Ha!" As soon as I start toward him to get him out of trouble and my sister starts toward him to woop his butt of course he gets down. But, does he quit? NOoooo, he has to continue the madness! He runs to the OTHER side of the pool and does the same thing all over again. The look on his face, as he's resting on the side of the pool, was absolutely priceless humor. He knew he wasn't supposed to do it yet he did. He knew my sister was going to get him, but he continued. Mom and I laughed big time, my sister on the other hand . . .
Fun evening! Good laughs! Words to the wise - next time, pet the pup!
Until next time . . .
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Every Child Deserves a Chance!
Our education system focuses on 'No Child Left Behind' . . . well, they need to also focus on the fact that 'Every Child Deserves a Chance!'.
Schools and administrations say athletics is educational. Well, then teach the students something instead of cutting them down and making them think they are worthless because they don't understand or lose. If you lose a game, so what...teach the students something good out of that loss. If you win a game, great!...teach the students to not be boastful, instead be grateful for the win and humble. And I'm sorry, screaming and yelling at the kids because they mess up on the court or playing field is NOT educational! Unless of course you want your children to learn how to scream and yell at others and show no respect. Teachers should be uplifting not cutters to the core. Children have enough problems at home; they don't need or deserve it at school too.
Over the last several years I, along with many, have watched school systems across the country change; change for no good I will add. I can't go into this saying everything in our public schools is bad, because it's not. There are still some great teachers in public schools. But, those great teachers have their hands tied because of all the (stupid) reform and change going on in our schools; change and reform that is not good. Students can't be disciplined to make a difference - the children rule the schools - cell phones need to go out the window for students and administration - PDA is running rampant - oh the list goes on.
People, we need to get back to basics in education; the basic principle that EVERY child deserves a chance, EVERY child should be treated equally, EVERY child should be held to a higher standard of learning, EVERY child needs an education, EVERY child should hit the floor or the field if they play team sports (hello, it's team not a few), EVERY child should feel accepted by their teachers . . . EVERY!
I don't care if that child is physically slower than some (I've been there, I know the feeling), if they are on the team they play. I don't care if that child isn't the first to the board during math relays, they deserve the same respect and education too.
Teachers and administrators (again, not all are in the wrong profession) you need to remember YOU are the adult and you're no longer a child/student/buddy-chummy! YOU set the bar for standards in the school. If YOU act like a child then what do you think those students are going to act like? If YOU show little or no respect, how do you think the students are going to treat other teachers and students? If YOU run your mouth about students or teachers to other students, what do you think the students are going to do with the information? On the other hand, if YOU come to your job, enjoy it and show care, oh what a difference you'll make in changing the lives of the students. This will make the students want to be there and want to get their education and want to better themselves! Statistics prove we become who we're around . . .
So many students live a life of hell at home. Schools nationwide should be a safe place filled with teachers/administrators who want to be there for those students, care for them, and encourage them to do better and achieve greatness. We live in a lost and dying world that is in such a downward spiral it's scary. Just like our economy and government needs a reform, so do our schools. The government has just a tight a hold on the schools that it does the people. It only takes one teacher/administrator to step out on faith and break the cycle that is ruining our schools. Thus, making it impossible for respect-team playing-education to even be in the building. Schools are becoming a glorified baby-sitter and just a place to store the children while moms and dads are elsewhere. UGG! It gripes me that US students are far behind other nations in education. We live in the greatest country in the world. We should want greatness for our children as well instead of dumbing down their education!!
EVERY child deserves a chance. Until we all get back to the reality of this our education system will continue to go down the tubes in chaos and destruction and take our children with it!
Until next time . . .
Schools and administrations say athletics is educational. Well, then teach the students something instead of cutting them down and making them think they are worthless because they don't understand or lose. If you lose a game, so what...teach the students something good out of that loss. If you win a game, great!...teach the students to not be boastful, instead be grateful for the win and humble. And I'm sorry, screaming and yelling at the kids because they mess up on the court or playing field is NOT educational! Unless of course you want your children to learn how to scream and yell at others and show no respect. Teachers should be uplifting not cutters to the core. Children have enough problems at home; they don't need or deserve it at school too.
Over the last several years I, along with many, have watched school systems across the country change; change for no good I will add. I can't go into this saying everything in our public schools is bad, because it's not. There are still some great teachers in public schools. But, those great teachers have their hands tied because of all the (stupid) reform and change going on in our schools; change and reform that is not good. Students can't be disciplined to make a difference - the children rule the schools - cell phones need to go out the window for students and administration - PDA is running rampant - oh the list goes on.
People, we need to get back to basics in education; the basic principle that EVERY child deserves a chance, EVERY child should be treated equally, EVERY child should be held to a higher standard of learning, EVERY child needs an education, EVERY child should hit the floor or the field if they play team sports (hello, it's team not a few), EVERY child should feel accepted by their teachers . . . EVERY!
I don't care if that child is physically slower than some (I've been there, I know the feeling), if they are on the team they play. I don't care if that child isn't the first to the board during math relays, they deserve the same respect and education too.
Teachers and administrators (again, not all are in the wrong profession) you need to remember YOU are the adult and you're no longer a child/student/buddy-chummy! YOU set the bar for standards in the school. If YOU act like a child then what do you think those students are going to act like? If YOU show little or no respect, how do you think the students are going to treat other teachers and students? If YOU run your mouth about students or teachers to other students, what do you think the students are going to do with the information? On the other hand, if YOU come to your job, enjoy it and show care, oh what a difference you'll make in changing the lives of the students. This will make the students want to be there and want to get their education and want to better themselves! Statistics prove we become who we're around . . .
So many students live a life of hell at home. Schools nationwide should be a safe place filled with teachers/administrators who want to be there for those students, care for them, and encourage them to do better and achieve greatness. We live in a lost and dying world that is in such a downward spiral it's scary. Just like our economy and government needs a reform, so do our schools. The government has just a tight a hold on the schools that it does the people. It only takes one teacher/administrator to step out on faith and break the cycle that is ruining our schools. Thus, making it impossible for respect-team playing-education to even be in the building. Schools are becoming a glorified baby-sitter and just a place to store the children while moms and dads are elsewhere. UGG! It gripes me that US students are far behind other nations in education. We live in the greatest country in the world. We should want greatness for our children as well instead of dumbing down their education!!
EVERY child deserves a chance. Until we all get back to the reality of this our education system will continue to go down the tubes in chaos and destruction and take our children with it!
Until next time . . .
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Hello September!
Woke up this morning (thank the good Lord) and it was September 1st, 2010! Where has 2010 gone? We are in the last quarter of the year; can you believe it? I sure can't. Seems like yesterday the trees were just beginning to bud after their winter's sleep and the grass was starting to pop with green. Now, the leaves are turning shades of bronze and brown as they begin their winter's sleep. Remarkable how fast time goes. But, the way I see it, we've had almost another whole year of God's beauty and working for Him.
Fall is one of my favorite seasons. I love them all, but Fall is wonderful! The smell in the air and the color; OH, I just love it! Plus, we begin having those little black dots making their arrival on the Collins Ridge; aka new black baby calves in our Fall-birthing momma cows. One other wonderful thing about Fall...getting those flowerbeds ready for winter by mulching a clipping back their summer growth; or lack thereof with a dry summer (hopefully) behind us. This is just one way to spruce up the yard and give a final splash of fresh color before the flowers go to sleep till Spring.
I'm wishing you all a fabulous September and Fall! Enjoy God's beauty that is all around.
Until next time . . .
Fall is one of my favorite seasons. I love them all, but Fall is wonderful! The smell in the air and the color; OH, I just love it! Plus, we begin having those little black dots making their arrival on the Collins Ridge; aka new black baby calves in our Fall-birthing momma cows. One other wonderful thing about Fall...getting those flowerbeds ready for winter by mulching a clipping back their summer growth; or lack thereof with a dry summer (hopefully) behind us. This is just one way to spruce up the yard and give a final splash of fresh color before the flowers go to sleep till Spring.I'm wishing you all a fabulous September and Fall! Enjoy God's beauty that is all around.
Until next time . . .
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