The Forgotten Brave

 
More than 1/3 or America's homeless are veterans. Please don't forget them today when you honor and celebrate our finest and bravest.

 

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On 11/11/2010, Libby Dillard said ...

Nothing brings tears to my eyes faster than a homeless person with a pet. It just breaks my heart! Thanks for reminding us to remember!

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On 11/11/2010, Barbara Anne said ...

As I've read twice in the last week:
"I'm here to comfort the afflicted and to afflict the comfortable."

May we as individuals and as a nation find a way to right this injustice.

Hugs...

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On 11/11/2010, Sandy said ...

What a sad commentary for any country but especially for the most blessed nation on earth. Truly sad.

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On 11/11/2010, Valerie said ...

What a moving post...thank you so much for sharing!!

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On 11/11/2010, sweet cottage dreams said ...

Hi Susan! So true, so true. We need to recognize that they gave so much for all of US! I always thank those who I see wearing hats that indicate that they are a veteran. Our freedom is because of them!

HEY! You are the winner of one of my bags! I posted about them today. You have the choice between the teal or pink one.

Congrats!!

hugs,
becky

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On 11/11/2010, Susan Ramey Cleveland said ...

Oh Becky, I'm so excited. The pink one, for sure. Thanks so much.

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On 11/11/2010, Mama Pea said ...

Thank you for reminding us to honor the homeless vets along with everyone else. Truthfully, I hadn't really thought about it much. Thanks for raising my consciousness!

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On 11/11/2010, Tonya said ...

What a photo! I agree with the post above. I spent quite a bit of time in San Francisco one year and saw so many homeless...with pets.
I hate it when they try to take the pets away from them!

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On 11/12/2010, sweet cottage dreams said ...

hi susan,

could you please email me at sweetcottagedreams1@comcast.net

i will need you mailing address to send you the PINK one! congrats!!

xoxo
becky

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On 11/13/2010, gayle said ...

What a thoughtful post...very thoughtful.

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On 11/14/2010, Cotty said ...

It just breaks my heart, this post is very close to my heart, I am married to a disable veteran, let me tell you, it is not easy to live with a combat veteran, my husband could be one of those homeless vets, the only difference is that He has a loving family who cares so much for him and we are willing to sacrifice many, many things to live with him.
It takes a lot of love, a lot of patience but what we need most is A GREAT FAITH in God, because we will experience pain as we see our vets suffer from physical and emotional pain.

Thank You so much for this post. God Bless.

Cotty
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Fuzzy Jammy Weather

At last the nights are cool enough to wear my flannel PJs. There's nothing quite as cozy as slipping into a pair of warm jammies, opening a good book, and snuggling down for a couple of hours of reading.

Of course, being of a hot nature myself, I have to keep the heat pretty much turned off when I'm in my warm pajamas. But the dogs don't mind; they have built in coats, after all.

I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed these days, and that overwhelmedness translates into often interrupted sleep, which translates to even more fatigue than usual.

There's so much work around here that needs to be done. Especially outside, the type of work I'm just not up to doing. Jesse has helped a lot, but it seems the tasks are neverending. I know I'm going to have to find someone to be available on a regular basis to do yard work.

Vann, in his infinite wisdom and need to leave detailed instructions, gave me strict orders to hire someone to handle the yard, but I just haven't seen fit to do that yet. It's just another admission of how drastically things have changed around here.

Our church family lost a friend and wonderful woman this week. She was the type of person that everyone loved, from children to the elderly. She absolutely glowed with kindness. I think her passing has stirred up my grief and brought it closer to the surface. I'm feeling pretty down. But I'll work through it, and things will get better.

Meanwhile, there's sewing and knitting and painting and gluing to be done. Let's see which one I can get into today.

In closing, Sophie would like to wish you all a HAPPY REDNSDAY!

 

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On 11/10/2010, Helen in Switzerland said ...

Oh Susan I think you need more doing nice things for yourself time and less of all the other stuff. I'm sure you're right though about getting someone to do the yard - some nice young man would probably be glad of the job and you would have a big weight lifted of your shoulders.
Take care of yourself my dear and plan lots more jammies and reading time in your schedule ;-)

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On 11/10/2010, Ramey said ...

Sophie looks so cute! Well groomed, isn't she!

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On 11/10/2010, Barbara Anne said ...

Oh dear heart, new losses do stir up past griefs. You're right that time will help make things okay again.

Red print flannels and a red shirt for Rednesday are just perfect! I've been in my flannels in the evenings, too, and just love 'em! I am unlikely to ever allow myself to wear them to the store, but I sort of envy those who can do that.

Do you suppose any of your neighbors, guild members, or church friends have a yard man who has a time slot available to do your yard? There are several nurseries here that contract yard care with customers so that could be another possibility. Why do I think that would cost more?

What a prim and proper cutie Sophie is!

Hugs!

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On 11/10/2010, Ruth said ...

Gosh Susan Sopie is just sooooo cute. Remember lots of time for what you want to do ,not the things you think you ought to do!
Hugs Ruth

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On 11/10/2010, Libby Dillard said ...

Look how cute Sophie is!!! and your pj's are darling!

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On 11/10/2010, Lavender Dreams said ...

Love your pjs...and I would love to snuggle with Sophie...what a sweetheart! Enjoy your day! ♥

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On 11/10/2010, Mama Pea said ...

Soph is so cute. Snuggly warm PJs sound so good. You have cute ones! My daughter (5 yo) has such cute ones...Flannel bottoms and fleece tops. I love them. How come they don't make them for adults like that? I guess I could break down and make some like that! I definitely think you should hire someone to take care of the yard work. I would in a heartbeat if I could. :-) Sorry you are feeling down. Hang in there. I'm glad you have good family support around you.

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On 11/10/2010, Brenda Kula said ...

That sounds reasonable. The lady dying and it stirred things right up. Spray some lavender on your pillow. It helps induce sleep. At least that's what I do when I change the sheets. Tie another knot in your rope and hang on, girl. CM will be on within the hour here. Maybe Garcia will perk you up.
Brenda

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On 11/10/2010, Cotty said ...

I am sorry you are feeling down, hope this blues passes soon. I love your pj's and I agree, there is nothing better to beat the cold weather than some cozy pj's, a book and a furrrrry friend next to us. ')
Happy rednesday.

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On 11/11/2010, Kai said ...

Love those darling jammies! And that's one of the CUTEST pictures ever of Miss Sophie! But I agree that you should be WAY kinder to your sweet lil' self & LET people help you! Fibro is such a pain in the everything anyway, and there's no need to invite it's pain! Vann (the sweety) wanted you to be cared for, so do it for him. And I'm very sorry to hear about your friend's passing. I just lost someone, too - can't even TALK about it yet. So I am grieving with you! LOVE YOU SO MUCH!

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On 11/11/2010, Susan Ramey Cleveland said ...

Thanks, Libby. --Susan

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On 11/11/2010, Susan Ramey Cleveland said ...

So sorry to hear that you've lost a friend too, Kai. Grief sucks.
Love you, my friend. --Susan

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On 11/11/2010, Sandra Neel Hutchins said ...

Elegant pajamas! Pain plus loss of sleep equals feeling down, I know. This too shall pass. Doggies are the best remedy for feeling blue. You are blessed double in that department! Roll with the tide!

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On 11/11/2010, Sally said ...

Sending you lots and lots of hugs. Be gentle with yourself and try not to stress on the things that don't get done. Just let them go. They will get done in time.

How yummy to curl up in cozy jammies, with a good book! And dear Sophie is the cutest!

Happy belated Rednesday,
Sally
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Quilt Guild Monday

Yesterday was the monthly meeting of Birmingham Quilters Guild. After detoxifying my car from the after effects of having a styrofoam container of catfish spend the night in it, I drove the 20 miles to the Homewood Senior Center to attend. Glad I did. It was a great meeting.

Here's some of our clothesline show-and-tell. Please 'scuse the photography. Our guild has grown so much that our meeting room has become too crowded to get really good shots.

 

My show-and-tell: the teddy baby quilt top and the Georgia Bonesteel cat quilt that my sister Joanne made and gave me.

Above is the Caldwell Memorial Quilt that guild members have been working on for several months. Two years ago, two beloved guild members, retired pediatrician Dr. Tom Caldwell and his daughter Cathy, were killed in an auto accident. When completed, this quilt will be displayed on a bed at The American Village, a reproduction of an 18th century American village that is located just south of Birmingham at Montevallo. Some of Dr. Tom's passions, in addition to quilts and quilting, were history and genealogy. I think he and Cathy would love this quilt and appreciate the tribute.

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Our speaker for yesterday's guild program was Bonnie Browning, executive show director with the American Quilter's Society in Paducah, Kentucky. Bonnie is also a prolific quilter, quilt book author, teacher, and speaker. She spoke on borders and binding yesterday, and had some excellent information to share. Below are some photos of the quilts she shared with us. Not all of them were made by Bonnie, but I didn't keep notes (shame on me) and am not able to remember which were hers and which belonged to others.

I do remember that Bonnie said this quilt was created by Linda M. Poole. It was one of my favorites. I love Linda's fairies.











And I recall that this one was Bonnie's. I love this quilt with its ruched flowers. I remember this one because Bonnie said that some of the leaves were hand appliqued and some were machine appliqued. She had to switch to machine to meet a deadline for this quilt. Can't tell the difference unless you're up close.

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Got to skeedaddle now. I have lots and lots of stuff that needs tending. Hope everyone is having an excellent week so far.

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On 11/09/2010, Debby Messner said ...

What beautiful works of art.

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On 11/09/2010, Helen in Switzerland said ...

Hi Susan, wow! Your guild meeting looks fabulous - there are certainly a lot of talented quilters over there in Alabama!!!

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On 11/09/2010, Stephanie in Michigan said ...

Love the flag quilt. I really have a hankering to make one someday. Love the red, white, and blue. Always have!

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On 11/09/2010, Barbara Anne said ...

What glorious quilts! The Caldwell quilt is just the perfect way to honor your dearly departed friends. Thanks so much for taking us along with you to show and tell!

Reese's quilt is utterly charming!

If memory serves, Linda Poole made a quilt based on antique postcards of scenes of a young couple's life: The Proposal, The Wedding, and so on. I saw the quilt at the Houston show and was mesmerized. My grandmother had those very postcard, matted and framed, and my mother inherited them. Now I have them and cherish them. Linda's fairies are delightful!

Use your spoons wisely, my friend!

Hugs!

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On 11/09/2010, Joanne Cage said ...

What a beautiful bunch of quilts! I love your teddy baby top, and thanks for showing the Bonesteel cats.

The Linda Poole quilt is wonderful--those photo corners. Seeing the Guild photos makes me want to get busier and finish some of mine.

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On 11/09/2010, May Kristin said ...

Lots of beautiful quilts!
Love the 'clothesline show and tell'! What a great idea. It gives you better time and chance to admire all the quilts!

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On 11/09/2010, sharon said ...

Beautiful quilt Susan. Your guild members really do participate don't they? I think that's great.

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On 11/09/2010, Kai said ...

Nope! That's NOT a guild meeting! That's Quilt Heaven Central! BEAUTIFUL, BEAUTIFUL, BEAUTIFUL!

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On 11/09/2010, Cheri said ...

Susan, such beautiful, beautiful quilts! I am not a quilter but there are several ladies here who do a wonderful job. I have some very old quilts that came through my family and my husband's family. I'm not so much into country decorating so don't use them for that purpose but I do love them. I used to make pallets on the floor with them when the kids and grandbabies were tiny. Sometimes still do if they want to watch TV or if they are sick and want to snuggle! I'm finally finished with your Christmas box and hope to have it in the mail this week!

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On 11/09/2010, Brenda Kula said ...

Oh my, these are pretty! I use to really enjoy applique. I wonder if the arthritis I have in my thumbs would allow me to try it again??? Tomorrow is CM. I can't believe I'm actually looking forward to a TV show again!
Brenda
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Pink Handiwork

To celebrate Pink Saturday today, I'm posting photos of a few pink creations I've made in the past.

A miniquilt embellished with yoyos.

A puzzle ball embellished with tiny fabric flowers and hanging from an organza ribbon.

My "S" Journal

A Pink Siggy Block

So Happy Pink Saturday, everyone. All you Pinkites, be sure to mosey on over to Beverly's blog for more eye candy.

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On 11/06/2010, Brenda Kula said ...

These are all so cute!
Brenda

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On 11/06/2010, Barbara Anne said ...

What a darling little yo-yo wall hanging! It is so very cheerful. Love the puzzle ball, the journal, and the siggy block, too. Happy Pink Saturday to you!

When I complete this black/crimson/yellow quilt top for DS1, I think I'm headed for something pink as these intense colors have gotten to be a bit much.

Hugs!

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On 11/06/2010, Annie said ...

Those pink things are all sweet, especially like the mini with the yo yos.

: )

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On 11/06/2010, Debby Messner said ...

I love that quilt with the yo yo flowers. Thanks for the information.

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On 11/06/2010, Charo said ...

Too cute!

Happy Pink Saturday!
Hugs
Charo

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On 11/06/2010, Becky @ Random musings of a deco lady said ...

Oh I love your needlework, particularly the mini quilt with the yoyos. Happy Pink Saturday.

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On 11/06/2010, Rebecca said ...

Wish I had your talent-Happy PS!

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On 11/07/2010, Sue said ...

Wow...those are beautiful. You are very talented.
HPS,
Sue

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On 11/07/2010, Kai said ...

Pretty, prettier, prettiest! My favorite is the puzzle ball! So clever! Love all of the pink prettiness!

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On 11/08/2010, kayellen said ...

Lovely PINK treasures to share this weekend!
Happy Belated PS!!

Have a good week:)

xo
K

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On 11/08/2010, Stephanie in Michigan said ...

I have always wanted to make a puzzle ball, but then I wondered what in the heck I'd do with it. Your post inspires me to make one. I could even stuff it with scented stuff and use it as a sachet! Thanks so much!

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On 11/08/2010, Kerrie said ...

Your work is so beautiful! I love it all! hugs, K
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YoYo-ing

Last night, I made pink yoyos to use to embellish some purchased bedroom slippers for The Pink Slipper Project. If you haven't visited this site, please take a minute to do so. Lots going on over there. With the holidays approaching, there's even more need for slippers. You'll find all kinds of ideas on the site for making slippers. You'll also find some patterns for both sewn and knitted slippers, as well as a pattern for a fun rag Christmas stocking

I love making yoyos, now that I have a collection of Clover YoYo Makers. Before these handy dandy little gadgets, making yoyos was one of my least favorite things in the world to do. It was tedious work. But it's fun now.

Must get back to work now. So much to do and so little time to do it. I just realized that the holidays are HERE!

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On 11/04/2010, Debby Messner said ...

Okay, how does this work. I love yoyos.

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On 11/04/2010, Sandy said ...

They are fun, aren't they? And they come in so many shapes now. Love the slippers.

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On 11/04/2010, Kai said ...

How PRETTY!!!!! I didn't KNOW there was a yoyo making gadget! I need to get one because SEWING them by HAND hurts! What's it called, please ma'am, that gadget?

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On 11/04/2010, Barbara Anne said ...

Cute yo-yos! I'll have to check out the gizmo, too.

Lovely rainy day here and I've made the needed quarter triangle blocks for DS1's quilt! More half square triangles and side center units and I'll be putting the blocks together!

Hugs!

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On 11/04/2010, Nicole said ...

Oh Susan, can you do a tutorial on how you make the yo yos and attach them to the slippers? I am so jazzed to do those for Christmas gifts now that I have seen yours!

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On 11/05/2010, Libby said ...

Pefect pink slippers with the sweetest yo-yos EVER!!!

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On 11/05/2010, Sandra Neel Hutchins said ...

Generous lady that you are, making something for someone else. You are a wonderful example of giving.

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On 11/05/2010, Brenda Kula said ...

I use to make yo-yos back when I was still quilting. I ended up covering the front of a muslin pillow that sits in the little black chair with my white teddy bear. (About CM, yeah, the red hair is a bit jarring.)
Brenda

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On 11/05/2010, Gayle said ...

I love these slippers!!!
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Five Things I Don't Like About Winter

Winter doesn't officially start for almost two months. But Old Man Winter is sending in advance troops, it seems. Forecasters tell us we can expect some really cold weather at the end of the week, with lows dipping below freezing.

That's all right with me. I don't mind winter too much. It's the hot, humid conditions of midsummer around here that really bother me. I can find all kinds of things to love about winter weather: snuggling under a throw on the couch reading a book or watching a movie, drinking coffee any time of the day, snuggly flannel pajamas, winter holidays, not having to cut the grass (or worrying about getting someone else to do it), no weeds in the garden, the occasional snowfall, socks.

There are just a few things about winter I would change if I could. I was going to name this post "Ten Things I Don't Like About Winter," but I couldn't come up with ten. So here's what I got:

#5
Utility Bills

Higher utility bills of course mean less money to spend on wonderful things, like fabric and Chik-Fil-A vanilla milkshakes. 

 

#4
Too Many Clothes

One can waste a lot of time during winter putting on and taking off clothes just to run down to the mailbox or take the garbarge out. I hate that. And I don't always do it. I have a rule: If I'm going to be outside for less time than it would take for me to don all those layers of warm clothing, I forego them. 

 

 

 

 

#3
Dry Skin

I have to admit that my skin does not share a love of cold weather with me. I use gallons of creams and lotions every winter trying to avoid complete and utter desiccation. The battle has already begun this season.

 

 

 

#2
Fibro Pain
Fibromyaligia and other chronic pain conditions respond badly to cold weather. During the frigid months, I'm often compelled to cut out most activity and just hibernate. But I am grateful that I'm rarely afflicted with what they call SAD (seasonal affective disorder). I know people who get very depressed during the winter months when there's so little daylight. Not me.

 

 

#1
Static Electricity.

To me, this is the very worst thing about cold weather. During the cold months of the year, I generate enough electricity to power a city. I can't touch anything metal without making sparks. The car door is one of the worst. And I think Wal-Mart and Target have things wired. I get more shocks in those two stores than anywhere. And I can't say really what it is about these little shocks that I hate so much. They're not really painful, at least not extremely painful. But I hate them.

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On 11/03/2010, Tonya said ...

We don't like cold, so our utility bills go WAY higher.

Even our water bills...hot baths are an absolute necessary to warm toes. And a hint...dump some baby oil in your bath water. It sure helps my dry skin!!

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On 11/03/2010, Sandy said ...

I'm right there with you on the static electricity!! I sparkle at night when the lights are off and I walk across the room!! I once almost knocked my elbow out of joint in the grocery store reaching for a can of soup. OUCH. It hurts and catches you off guard. I hate it. I did complain to my grocer and they added little grounding strips to their carts. No more shocks at the grocery store! Might get me a couple to put on my shoes!!! LOL

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On 11/03/2010, Stephanie in Michigan said ...

Maybe you need a humidifier in your house to keep the static electricity down. Might keep the heat bills down a little, too (the moister air will feel warmer). But I agree with you on all of these things!!! I'm not ready for it!

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On 11/03/2010, AnnieO said ...

I haven't experienced real winter, being out here in So Calif, but still we have the static and the drier air that makes skin flaky and hair unmanageable. I seem to generate electricity ALWAYS in the grocery store and get shocked when I open cold cases or freezer doors. I hate getting shocked too!

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On 11/03/2010, Linda May said ...

Wal*Mart + me = static electricity...!!
CityBoy say he can always find me in Wal*Mart....he just listens for the popping, snapping and four letter words.....

Enjoy

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On 11/03/2010, Molly said ...

Oh I SOOOO hate static electricity!!! I was just telling Mark this past weekend that it had already started zapping me when I get out of the car. Grrrr. Only month I don't get zapped is July! Seriously!!

It doesn't typically get cold enough for multiple layers here so I'm good with a sweatshirt and jacket most times.

We don't run our heater unless it is freezing so our bills are actually lower during the late fall through early April. We do an averaging bill so we pay about the same every month but it goes down a bit in the summer because of the cool air months.

Molly

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On 11/03/2010, Libby said ...

It's cold over here in Georgia today and rainy! Perfect sewing, reading and hot chocolate weather!!

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On 11/03/2010, Barbara Anne said ...

Amen sister! Love the thought of adding grounding strips to grocery carts.

Add to that perma-sniffles and Kleenex nose. Bummer.
Add to that ice outdoors. It's a hazard to human limbs and tree limbs.

We've started making medical appts. in spring and fall so there is no snow or heat to deal with! I recommend it.

Hugs!

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On 11/04/2010, Kai said ...

My skin is SUPER dry year round, so I don't even tHINK of it. And I like my hair a million TIMES better during colder weather - nooooooo humidity-frizzed curlies! LOL! Heat? Only, I and MEAN only, used if the temps are going to be low enough to freeze pipes. That DID happen several times last winter (cold temps, I mean) but our gas bill is usually under $20 all year! never BEEN OVER $40! It's the A/C that kills us (even with averaged billing) 9 of the 12 months per year. Grrrrrrr! This month it was $178!!! You'll truly never hear me complain about Winter. I LIVE for the cold weather!

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On 11/04/2010, Jed Cage said ...

Hey Aunt Susan - I second buying a humidifier. I have 2-3 in my house - they really cut down on dry skin and on static electricity. And they don't cost much money at all. Jed

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On 11/05/2010, Fitzy said ...

It's so dry here in the winter I actually get shocks from the running water stream as I wash my hands in the bathroom!! Now mind you, we live in the AZ desert because it's dry...but that's just too weird!

We installed both solar electricity and solar water this year. Months like November are our favorite, we sell more power back than we use.

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On 11/05/2010, rose said ...

I have suffered ENOUGH with dry skin and the thing I find MOST helpful is bought in the baby section at Walgreens....pure lanolin. I came upon it when my daughter wasw nuyrsing her first baby.They gave out samples at the hospital.
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Hallowe'en in the 'Hood

Our neighborhood Halloween gathering took place in Paul and Karen's driveway, as usual (across the street from The Yellow House). There were hot dogs with all the fixing (compliments of Paul), baked beans (compliments of Maria), cupcakes (compliments of Karen), pumpkin bundt cake with caramel sauce (compliments of Yours Truly), and a table full of treats for all the ToTers who stopped by. Most of the neighborhood people showed up.

There were also real, furry dogs o'plenty. After about 30 minutes of partying, I was exhausted from trying to control Skipper on a leash and keep him untangled from everyone and everything. So I took him and Sophie home. Jesse was at my house doing his laundry and didn't want to join the fun outside. He promised to not let the dogs get out, and I went back to the party.

A little while later, Sophie appeared beside my chair and here came Skipper barrelling across the street like a greyhound. Jesse had answered the door for a TorTer ("Go across the street," he told them. "They have hotdogs."), and the doggies made their escape. So I let them stay at the party, both off leash. Skipper did great except for begging constantly for snacks and kicking a glass of chardonney over in my lap.

Below are a few photos of the Halloween merriment.

Maria gives out treats to the neighborhood hobgoblins.

Karen, Joyce, and Jim

Alice and friend give a performance.

Marybeth, Bob, Joyce, (and Skipper)

Darby and Skipper receive much awaited snacks from Lynn. (Sorry about Skipper's rear view.)

Joyce welcomes one of the new kids on the block, Juliette and Trevor's pup Henry.

Sophie explains to Henry the rules of the 'hood. "I'm top dog. What I say goes. Never forget, and we'll get along fine--maybe."

Dracula and The Mad Hatter make an appearance.

Oops! Somebody dropped his face.

"Can we go home now, SuSu? I'm tired." And so we did.

Thanks, Paul and Karen, for another great neighborhood gathering.
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I'm looking forward to a full day today. Both dogs need baths, I have several errands to run, and I want to stop in at our local library's yard sale. They're holding it to make money to build our new library--which we desperately need. If you're in the area, try to pay them a visit. The sale is taking place on Parkway Drive, about in the middle of the block and on the same side of the street as the library. You can't miss it. Leeds is a small town.

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On 11/01/2010, Barbara Anne said ...

What a great neighborhood you're in and what a fab party! I really enjoyed the pictures and it's wonderful the 4 legged kids were welcome there.

Happy hunting at the book sale. I'd be there in a heartbeat if it weren't for the long drive each way over the mountains and thru the woods! Of course, there's the added fact that I need books like I need a hole in my head.

Hope your spoons last longer than your list does!

Hugs!

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On 11/01/2010, Kai said ...

I surely wish I lived in YOUR area! THAT'S what I call being neighborly! I invited all the neighbors on this street to come over for a WELCOME TO AUTUMN SOUP party a while back. I had planned to make 3 HUGE pots of soup (veggy beef, chicken & rice, and Canadian cheese) apple cakes, breads & crackers, and miscellaneous drinks. I did this for ages years ago & I'd missed doing it. The neighbors looked at me as tho' I had just invited them over to be murdered, & made various excuses. I felt so sad. Our next door neighbors - the ones who WOULD have come - couldn't because the wife had been extremely ill for 3 months after a minor surgery gone bad. But I (OF COURSE) understood that! At any rate, your neighborhood sounds so nice & friendly! I'm GLAD you all had so much fun! LOVE YOU!!!!!

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On 11/01/2010, Kerrie said ...

Looks like good fun!

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On 11/01/2010, Nicole said ...

That party looks like it was SO much fun! My daughter Sara and her husband did the same thing in their driveway last night. It's a great way to get to know your neighbors!

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On 11/01/2010, Donna said ...

Susan,
Looks like you and the babies had a great time! You have wonderful neighbors.
I went through Leeds the other day and stopped in at the Monkey's Uncle? (I think that was the name) They told me they had a Christmas store and I went in there too! Loved it!
Hugs,
Donna

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On 11/02/2010, Brenda Kula said ...

Sounds like you guys had a great time! The neighborhood has "gone to the dogs."
Brenda

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On 11/03/2010, Janie said ...

Seems like you all had a great time ! Dracula and the mad hater look so cute ! :)

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On 11/05/2010, Hope said ...

I agree that sounds like a great neighborhood to live in, especially being so dog friendly! I'm jealous! Thanks for sharing!

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On 11/30/2010, Donna said ...

halloween in a small community is always nice, as opposed to the big city

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On 02/25/2011, Angela said ...

totally agree with donna...there's no better persons to celebrate the Halloween than the persons next to you
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