Conversation – 21

Do You Hear What I Hear?
Song by Pentatonix and Whitney Houston

What I hear (what I hear)
Said the little lamb to the shepherd boy
“Do you hear what I hear?” (hear what I hear?)
Ringing through the night, shepherd boy
“Do you hear what I hear?”
A song, a song, high above the tree
With a voice as big as the sea
With a voice as big as the sea
Now said the shepherd boy to the mighty king, mm
“Do you know what I know?” (do you know what I know?)
In your palace, warm, mighty king (mighty king, do you know?)
“Do you know what I know?” (do you know what I know?)
Oh, a child, a child, shivers in the cold (shivers in the cold)
Let us bring Him silver and gold
Let us bring Him silver and gold (silver and gold)
Oh yeah
Oh
Said the King (said the King), to the people everywhere (everywhere)
Yeah
Listen to what I say (listen to what I say)
Pray for peace (peace), and people everywhere (everywhere)
Oh yeah
Listen to what I say (listen to what I say)
Oh, child, oh, the child, sleeping in the night
He will bring us goodness and light, yes
He will bring us goodness and light
Oh yes, He will
I know He will
Oh yes, He will
And do you hear?
Do you hear?
Do you hear?
Do you know?
What I know?
What I hear?
What I hear?
Do you know?
Do you know?
Do you know?
Said, do you know?
I know

I am everything everywhere all at once. 😎

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@loaf,

Good afternoon in Ohio Loaf wishing you and the family a nice Holiday Season.
I had a great report from my Oncologist today and I do not have to see him again
for a year. 🎈😘 I am almost there one and done. 💕

Sending healing thoughts to your husband and his good recovery. 🎈😎

@xango,

Good afternoon in sunny Florida. 😎🎈Xango I got a great report from my Oncologist
this morning they put a butterfly needle in my arm and I felt nothing they were done
before I even knew the needle was out of my arm. This is how it always been for me as I
have very good veins when it comes to labs. 😎

I have two more specialists to see and I am done for the year. I am a very happy camper.
I am heading into my 5th year of BC I will be done with the one pill I take next year as well.

I feel blessed and the girls are looking fine. 😘😉

Hey wishing you good health and healing. WE are missing you on this thread but Xango
do what you need to do in order to heal. I feel for you as that was a heck of a fall.

I would not worry about Christmas Decorations just being with your husband and not in
pain is a good thing. 😉💕

Wishing you and your family a great Season. 🎈😎😘

@oodiebom,

Good afternoon on the Gulf Coast of Florida. 😎🎈I think you are at the Fresh Veggie Market.
I love pineapples and at .99 that is bargain here our pineapples are around 2.79.

I would get at least two and chop them up for you and hubby. 😉

How are things going today for you Oodie? My doctor’s appointment went very good
today no issues whatsoever. 🎈😉Oodie it is not over just yet as I have two more appointments.
So I will be done real soon. 💕

Enjoy the warm weather and the Market happy shopping.

@sheba2011

The prices I quoted you yesterday were for the grand opening specials. Normally, the pineapple sells for $2.50 or more. I will be taking a ride to their new Farmer’s Market that is near me. The parking lot may be too full and if that is the case I will see hubby. The sale is on through Saturday. This store will be their largest one thus far.

Last night I brought Asian take out to hubby. He had finished dinner and could not believe he had room for more food. And, there was a tiny bit of leftovers for lunch. I’m thinking of getting a lobster roll for dinner if there is parking. It’s so good to be able to go into a market and not read t he labels. No preservatives, but, that also means less time on the shelf and in the frig.. On the other hand I’m not over buying.

Tomorrow I will be getting the new mattress and box spring. I still like the Stearns and Foster the best. But, the pillow top may be the reason hubby falls. I didn’t realize that the edge really sinks in when you are on top of it. With hubby sleeping on the edge, it’s no wonder he was falling so often. I will still have another mattress on the floor just in case. The air mattresses are OK, but you have to inflate and deflate in order for it to be useful. I think I may have found one that can easily fit under the bed. This will be better than pillows in that the mattress is more secured to the floor and doesn’t roll. Just not sure how his knees will hold up if he continues on this path.

I had a strong feeling that your labs would be fine. I know you were scared and concerned. But, you have been doing everything right. And with Andrew’s vitamins, you are maintaining good health.

As for the kitties, why not go into one of your pet places to get an idea of outdoor things to keep them warm. I still like the idea of a shed with kittie beds or just blankets on the floor. If you have an electrical outlet on your porch, you can try a heater with beds or blankets or both. Not sure if they will make use of a porch, but you can try. When the weather is real cold, they may go under a house to keep warm. They also tend to go into a garage if t he door is up. Remember to check under the hood of your vehicles before starting the motor, especially if they are outside. People at PetCo may have some suggestions.

Oodie, those supermarket prices are great. It’s so expensive here for everything it’s crazy.
Plus our gas prices are higher than anywhere in the country. Stopping here….
Anyways, I hope you enjoy all those goodies with your husband.

@oodiebom,

This is what we are getting for the cats to stay warm in. This is our weekend project. 😎😉

I can breathe a bit now things are going alright.

I hope your had a hearty appetite tonight.

I hope the mattress turns out to be the right one.

This is the house to keep cats warm.

@taci,

Good Morning in S. California. How are you doing today? I know your son can’t wait
to snow board soon. 😎😉

Some of my family are in Minnesota and some are on a Mountain.

I had a great report today so I am very happy I am almost there. 😎🎈I will treat
myself to something special. I did spend some time with my sister who also being
treated for BC and she is doing so much better all we did was have tea and looked
out at the Mountains her Condo sits high and you can see everything I needed to be
there for her. My mother has her own house and you can still see the Mountains so I
spent time with my mom watching classic movies. 💕😘

The storm just slightly delayed me getting home to Poppy but I will do it again anytime
I feel I need to be there. My brother had a wonderful Thanksgiving for the family there at
least 35 or more people there and I never seen so much food it was yummy. 😘

Taci I really missed all my siblings and children and all were home in Colorado. 😎😘💕
We facetime my son who was on animal patrol with the cats and Poppy but he was
right there with us. 💕😎

This reminds me of your son and Happy Trails To You. 🎶🎶

Sheba, Yay and Congratulations on the great news. I am so happy for you and your sister. My friend that sometimes walks with me is a survivor and I know personally how it has affected her.
Much respect and love. I hope you can make Colorado a regular destination.

My son is hanging in there with his busy work schedule. He looks tired. He will be snowboarding in January.

Ok I either saw the same coyote 3 times or saw 3 coyotes, Don’t they know how to sleep in the afternoon? One was on my path so I left the trail a different way. Lots of distance so it was all good.

@shoelady60,

Good afternoon in the ‘burgh. 😎🎈😉 I hope your system is up.
We are all doing a lot and they are the things we always do.

I did have a good report and I think you know how I feel about that.
What a journey this has been. My mom was so happy to see me and I came
home whole and healthy. Lady I did dress to the nines my mother loves that. LOL!

Hey enjoy the day sending warm and healthy hugs to you and Jake’s Canvas. 😉😘😎

@sheba2011

👏💗👏💗👏💗 for your doctor’s report! Boy, do I hate those appointments , gets me nervous for you. Yes, I am a worrywart. But great news each year, yay! Wonderful Christmas present, you go girl.

Computer okay, seemed to be updates tossing things around and out of whack. Always something.😕 I know you dress to the nines since you were a model. Please don’t tell me you cook and clean in a dress and heels!🤣 I’ll be calling you June Cleaver. Love your taste in clothes.

Have a little toast with me tonight for your good news.🥂 Jake and I sending hugs to you and Poppy.🤗💖

@shoelady60,

Lady when the kids were all sleep I use to clean at night so I wore my birthday suit and hubby
loved it. 😉😘😎

To Life! 🎈😉

@kittengirl,

Sending Holiday Greetings to you during this special season. Kitten be well you and your
entire family. 🎈

Your Body Is a Temple

Like yin and yang, spirituality and physicality are two sides of creating genuine well-being.

The popular phrase “your body is a temple” shares a concept found in all the spiritual traditions throughout the world. As a metaphor, it signifies the body’s role as a vessel that houses our soul. Our physical body is the vehicle that carries our life force, and through it, we experience the world around us and interact with others.

Imagining our body as a temple can inspire us to be more mindful and loving in the ways that we treat ourselves. When we acknowledge that our spiritual self deserves a well-cared-for physical home, it motivates us to tend to our body’s needs, to give it respect, and to allow the body to express its true authenticity.

There are many ways we can treat our bodies with love: choosing nourishing, wholesome foods — we eat with consciousness and care; prioritizing our sleep and times of rest — we can recharge and feel ready to meet life’s challenges; moving and exercising our muscles, limbs, and cardiovascular system — we build strength and confidence; being attentive to our body’s aging and evolution — we give it the healing and care to support our soul’s radiance.

Spirituality and physicality are both needed. Like yin and yang, they are two sides of living a fulfilling life. To neglect one in favor of the other leaves us feeling off-balance. By caring for our physical health, we cultivate more inner peace and happiness. It is through this harmonious flow that we create genuine well-being. ✨✨✨

Carolina
Song by Taylor Swift

Oh, Carolina creeks
Running through my veins
Lost I was born, lonesome I came
Lonesome I’ll always stay
Carolina knows
Why for years I roam
Free as these birds, light as whispers
Carolina knows
And you didn’t see me here
No, they never did see me here
And she’s in my dreams
Into the mist, into the clouds
Don’t leave
I make a fist, I’ll make it count
And there are places I will never ever go
And things that only Carolina will ever know
Carolina stains
On the dress she left
Indelible scars, pivotal marks
Blue as the life she fled
Carolina pines
Won’t you cover me?
Hide me like robes down the back road
Muddy these webs we weave
And you didn’t see me here
No, they never did see me
And she’s in my dreams
Into the mist, into the clouds
Don’t leave
I’ll make a fist, I’ll make it count
And there are places I will never ever go
And things that only Carolina will ever know
Oh
Oh
Oh
And you didn’t see me here
They never did see me here
No, you didn’t see me here
They never saw me
Oh, Carolina knows
Why for years they’ve said
That I was guilty as sin
And sleep in a ‘s bed
But the sleep comes fast
And I’ll meet no ghosts
It’s between me, the sand, and the sea
Carolina knows

Shake it Off
Song by Taylor Swift

I stay out too late
Got nothing in my brain
That’s what people say, mm-mm
That’s what people say, mm-mm
I go on too many dates
But I can’t make ’em stay
At least that’s what people say, mm-mm
That’s what people say, mm-mm
But I keep cruisin’
Can’t stop, won’t stop movin’
It’s like I got this music in my mind
Sayin’ it’s gonna be alright
‘Cause the players gonna play, play, play, play, play
And the haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate
Baby, I’m just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off (hoo-hoo-hoo)
Heartbreakers gonna break, break, break, break, break
And the fakers gonna fake, fake, fake, fake, fake
Baby, I’m just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off (hoo-hoo-hoo)
I never miss a beat
I’m lightnin’ on my feet
And that’s what they don’t see, mm-mm
That’s what they don’t see, mm-mm
I’m dancin’ on my own (dancin’ on my own)
I make the moves up as I go (moves up as I go)
And that’s what they don’t know, mm-mm
That’s what they don’t know, mm-mm
But I keep cruisin’
Can’t stop, won’t stop groovin’
It’s like I got this music in my mind
Sayin’ it’s gonna be alright
‘Cause the players gonna play, play, play, play, play
And the haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate
Baby, I’m just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off (hoo-hoo-hoo)
Heartbreakers gonna break, break, break, break, break
And the fakers gonna fake, fake, fake, fake, fake
Baby, I’m just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off (hoo-hoo-hoo)
Shake it off, I shake it off
I, I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I, I shake it off, I shake it off (hoo-hoo-hoo)
Hey, hey, hey
Just think, while you’ve been gettin’ down and out about the liars
And the dirty, dirty cheats of the world
You could’ve been gettin’ down to this sick beat
My ex-man brought his new girlfriend
She’s like, “Oh my God!” but I’m just gonna shake
And to the fella over there with the hella good hair
Won’t you come on over, baby? We can shake, shake, shake (yeah)
Yeah, oh, oh
‘Cause the players gonna play, play, play, play, play
And the haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate (haters gonna hate)
Baby, I’m just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off (hoo-hoo-hoo)
Heartbreakers gonna break, break, break, break, break (mmm)
And the fakers gonna fake, fake, fake, fake, fake (and fake and fake and fake)
Baby, I’m just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake
I shake it off, I shake it off (hoo-hoo-hoo)
Shake it off, I shake it off
I, I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I, I shake it off (yeah), I shake it off (hoo-hoo-hoo)
Shake it off, I shake it off
I, I, I shake it off, I shake it off (you got to)
I, I, I shake it off, I shake it off
I, I, I shake it off, I shake it off

Teardrops On My Guitar
Song by Taylor Swift

Drew looks at me, I fake a smile so he won’t see
That I want and I’m needing everything that we should be
I’ll bet she’s beautiful, that girl he talks about
And she’s got everything that I have to live without
Drew talks to me, I laugh ’cause it’s just so funny
But I can’t even see anyone when he’s with me
He says he’s so in love, he’s finally got it right
I wonder if he knows he’s all I think about at night
He’s the reason for the teardrops on my guitar
The only thing that keeps me wishing on a wishing star
He’s the song in the car I keep singing, don’t know why I do
Drew walks by me, can he tell that I can’t breathe?
And there he goes, so perfectly
The kind of flawless I wish I could be
She’d better hold him tight, give him all her love
Look in those beautiful eyes and know she’s lucky ’cause
He’s the reason for the teardrops on my guitar
The only thing that keeps me wishing on a wishing star
He’s the song in the car I keep singing, don’t know why I do
So I drive home alone, as I turn out the light
I’ll put his picture down and maybe get some sleep tonight
‘Cause he’s the reason for the teardrops on my guitar
The only one who’s got enough of me to break my heart
He’s the song in the car I keep singing, don’t know why I do
He’s the time taken up, but there’s never enough
And he’s all that I need to fall into
Drew looks at me, I fake a smile so he won’t see

Good Morning Peeps have a good time here in our wonderful community. 🎈

Hope your Wednesday is a good one.

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Happy Birthday Taylor Swift. 🎈😎

@loaf,

Good morning in Ohio enjoy the reason for the season. Wishing you and your family
all the best. Check in when you have the time. 🎈😘

Happy Holidays. 💕

@xango,

Good afternoon in Florida I hope you are healing and not in any pain. Just want you to
know I am thinking of you. 🎈Just check in when you are able enjoy the season. 😎

@oodiebom,

Good afternoon on the Gulf Coast of Florida. 🎈😎I hope the new mattress works out
for both you and hubby. Oz is chilly but alright we have the sun.

I hope all the contractors all show up on time being so early. Oodie your day will be
full.

How is your husband doing today? All is well in the land of OZ.

This reminds me of one your New England Winters. 💕😎

@sheba2011

Hi and good afternoon. The contractors showed. Not at the time they said they would be here, but that’s OK. I slept at the computer last night. The Stearns Foster not only gave me a horrible back ache but also made me dizzy when I awoke and sat upright. It really needs the box spring. However, I kept the old one and it is in our guest bedroom. So sorry I had to contact Costco, but they were real nice about the exchange. Hopefully, the Sealy will be OK. I told hubby last night and he understood. Actually, he saw me popping Tylenol, and also Dramamine. I did manage to fall asleep in the chair at Rehab. Hubby dozed iN his wheelchair. We made the perfect, dull couple.

As of now I have two showers that work. and new door knobs for the den and front doors. I will now be able to lock our shed when we head North. While the men were here I cleaned out our medicine cabinet. I had to toss quite a few things that expired. I did learn from the nurse next door that all pills can be disposed of through the local police department. I have two huge plastic bags completely full and I am not finished. Still have the guest bathroom and our linen closet that I use for towels and other things. I will now be able to start on the boxes and bags taking up floor space in our MB.

The Farmers Market has their grand opening of their new place tomorrow. This one is near us, only 5 miles from portal to portal. Their grand opening of items is phenomenal. Native tomatoes $.79/lb. Snow Crab Legs $7.99/lb. Shrimp, $7.99/lb. Pineapple $.99/lb, scoop of ice cream either in a dish or a cone $.99 (their scoops are equal to two or more). This is just part of their ad for tomorrow. The ad is good thru Saturday. This market will also be making homemade pizza. I wouldn’t be surprised if they will go around with food items to try. Bet cheese pizza will be one of them, along with their homemade soups and desserts (pies, cookies, bread, cakes, etc.) . They also make their own cream cheese, chicken salad, egg salad, smoked salmon, crab and lobster cakes, potato salad, grinders, salads, homemade salad dressings (are you hungry yet?????), just to name a few. I will be there sometime tomorrow, but not at the beginning.. It will be a mad house for sure.

Oops, before I forget. Tomorrow night there will be some shooting stars. Hope you get to see them and to make a wish that I hope comes true.

@sheba2011

I goofed on the price for pineapple. It’s $.99 each. I will see about being there in the afternoon.

You asked what to do about the animals when colder temps come. I have seen sheds with bedding. Some even have heat. You can even try something on your porch.

@oodiebom,

I will give you this Florida has great prices for fruit. 😎😉Our fruit in OZ is very high.
Glad things are going good for you with the house.

I have an appointment in the morning early routine but necessary.

Have a good evening Oodie I hope you are getting plenty of rest.

@taci,

Good morning in S. California. 🎈 Taci I love those cats and the Black Cat is my favorite.
We are going to get something to keep them warm and safe during the winter.

I am enjoying our son being home this holiday. Hope your son is back to snow boarding.

I am working on my Christmas Cards and almost finished with things for the season I am
in no rush. 😎

Happy Trails to You. 🎶🎶

Sheba, Glad you love the black cats and all cats. You have a big heart.
Hope you had a good day.

@shoelady60,

Good afternoon in the ‘burgh. A Big Congrats on your Hockey Team winning last night. 🎈😎😘

Enjoy the rest of the week I am doing a little of this and a little of that. 😎🎈

This is how you celebrate a nice win. 😘😎Have a great Wednesday my friend.

Blowing a gentle warm hug to you and Jake’s Canvas. 😉😘🎈

@sheba2011

Thanks for the shout out, it’s about time. Ran around most of the day, same tomorrow. Also computer problems so making this short. Sending hugs to you, Poppy and the cats.🤗🐶🐈💖

@shoelady60,

I have an early appointment tomorrow will keep you posted all part of my December
one and done list. 😎

@kittengirl,

Good morning in California Kitten I am wishing you all the best the season has to offer. 🎈😉

Sparkling Stillness

As each snowflake is different, so are we, unique and functioning as part of a greater whole.
The first slight snow that kisses our wind-reddened cheeks each winter carries the same message that frosts have conveyed since time immemorial. This message is dualistic in character; on one hand, winter’s growing chill compels us to rest and restore ourselves indoors, and on the other, snow, the most wondrous attribute of the winter season, beckons us outside to play and to reflect. Upon indulging this natural impulse, we emerge from our homes into the quietude created by a mantle of snow that blankets the ground, and find a scene painted in broad strokes of crystalline whiteness, embellished with bright highlights of silver and blue. The stillness envelopes us as the magical quality of the surreal landscape awakens profound feelings of peace within our souls.

Mother Nature’s perfect artistry is seldom more evident than in the magnificently balanced structure of the lovely and delicate six-sided flakes that cascade from the heavens. To walk through falling snow is to immerse oneself in life’s never-ending rhythms. We understand and accept that the snow beneath our feet, while tangible and powerful, is only one aspect of a larger cycle of world-altering weather events. The fluffy snowflake that floats to earth and joins its siblings brings the transient joy of leisurely days off and smiling snowmen, yet will one day experience a transformation in purpose. Without hesitation, as the weather grows warmer, each beautiful flake melts and becomes one with trickling rivulets, singing streams, and swiftly running rivers. Whereas, at the start of its existence, the snow serves to drape the world in beauty, it ends its season on earth by nourishing the land.

A Zen proverb states that no snowflake ever falls in the wrong spot. Whether you celebrate the snow by tossing snowballs, or losing yourself in the meditative serenity of the silently drifting flakes, take a moment to contemplate how much like the snow each of us is. We are born pure, but later take on the footprints of those we encounter. Akin to each snowflake, we are unique, and yet we function as part of a larger whole — forever in the right spot at the right time. And like the snow itself, our lives and the roles we play are impermanent, yet imminently valuable.

AMEN! 😉😎

AMEN! 🎈😉

Good Morning Peeps enjoy this brisk Tuesday Morning and stay safe and warm. 🎈😎

Take a little time and enjoy what you do. 🎈😎

Time for tea. 💕

@loaf,

Good Morning in your corner of the world. 🎈😎Wishing you a happy Holiday Season.

@xango,

Good morning in sunny Florida. Xango I am thinking of you and hope you are doing
well. Take your time and heal.

OZ is a wee bit chilly and I am fine with that.😎 Wishing you and your husband a very
nice Holiday Season. 💕

@oodiebom,

Good afternoon in Florida and hopefully you are resting. Glad to see your husband is doing
good. May he soon be home. 🎈

I hope you will take some time for you and just breathe.

Thank you for the prayers for my family. 💕 We are all doing well. I am enjoying the season
for what it is truly for. 😉

@sheba2011

Plumber will be here tomorrow. I surmise we will have no water for the day and that’s OK. Handyperson was here a short while ago and we will be replacing the front and side door locking devices. I will need to be up at 5 am tomorrow since both will be early bird (just about daybreak).

I ordered another Stearns and Mattress from Costco without the box spring. Unfortunately, not a good idea. The mattress lies too close to the floor and not conducive to lower back problems
or for rising. I will order a firmer mattress with a box spring. The one thing I like about Costco is the easy return. And, on top of everything, I think I finally figured out why hubby keeps falling out of bed. The pillow top is not that firm on the edges and that is where hubby sleeps, no matter what. It’s the only mattress we own that is this way. I sincerely hope that I finally stumbled on the reason. However, will still order something for his side of the bed just to be on the cautious side.

It’s after 4 pm and I need to get a move on. Made up for loss sleep from Monday. Slept over 11 hours, but took a while to get out of bed.

The book is fantastic. Thanks for the lyrics of “Memories.” I miss NYC,.

@taci,

Good morning in S. California glad you are having a wonderful Holiday Season.
I hope you get the Colleen Lopez Jewel Boxes.

I know you are thinking of your mother this time of the year and all through the years. 💕

Have a wonderful Hike and happy trails to you. 🎶🎶

Sheba, How are you doing?
Wasn’t going to send cards this year but hubs wants them so I just ordered some.
It’s a nice cool evening here.
Hope the cats are doing ok in the cold. I know you have your eyes, via camera on them.
It was so funny when we were traveling and could see my son having a large pizza delivered from the camera’s. We were cracking up about him ordering the food and all, but won’t ever tell him we saw it on the camera. haha
Have a good evening.

@taci,

ROTFLOL! We watch our son do it too because I actually go out and get the food.

I am so glad he is home until after Christmas. 💕😘😉Taci as for our three daughters
a couple may make it in after the holiday. The girls were in Colorado with us for Thanksgiving
and tickets are insane so is everything else.

@shoelady60,

Good afternoon in the ‘burgh. 😉🎈😎How are you doing today? I am putting
together our nativity pieces and they are beautiful. 💕😘

I am mostly done with our decorations and it is fun to do I like being creative with
the way I do the decorating. My Waterford Crystals just shine like the sun on the
tree. 💕 We are all going to Mass this weekend.

Blowing a sweet gentle hug to you and Jake Canvas. 😘💕🎈

@sheba2011

Just read your posts from yesterday. I understand how you feel. My stepfather was ill and passed two days after Christmas and we buried him on December 31st. So every year since, I think about how we ended that year.😥 You know I will be praying for your dear relative.🙏

Chilly but sunny day, that’s how the rest of the week will be.🥶🌞 Dropped a gift off this morning.🎁 I’m sure your decorations look gorgeous!✨ I keep downsizing every year now that I’m older, my knees are thanking me.

Relax tonight after all your work. Sending big Santa hugs to you and Poppy.🎅🤗💖

@kittengirl,

Good morning Kitten wishing you and your family a nice Holiday Season. 🎈😉

“In terms of achievements, I don’t have mountains that I would like to conquer, or anything else. I just want to be very happy with what I’ve done when my career comes to an end, and I don’t think it’s going to be for a long time. I knew where I was now two years ago. I suppose I really would like to be able to succeed creatively and publicly, and be able to progress without ruining my life. I’m well aware of the pressure that comes with the type of music I’m going to release… I think I’m much younger than most people who find themselves in my position, so maybe my career will be longer.

In 10 years, I will be 33 years old. You know, there are a lot of people in the rock business who are 33 years old, who are considered exhausted. From the point of view that they see me not only as an artist, but also as a image, I have a certain springboard with the music that I still have in me, in ten years I can be a very big star, and not just a star. And although part of me wants it, there is another part that is very scared of it, because I don’t think it has a good effect on people’s lives. And that’s what I think is my main goal – to balance these two things. Because I don’t want to be sucked into those negative sides of this business that are so easy to get into. And that’s the main thing that scares me about living here. I mean, I’m enthusiastic about the future, but at the same time, it worries me.”
-George Michael

The Sound of Silence
Song by Simon & Garfunkel

Hello darkness, my old friend
I’ve come to talk with you again
Because a vision softly creeping
Left its seeds while I was sleeping
And the vision that was planted in my brain
Still remains
Within the sound of silence
In restless dreams I walked alone
Narrow streets of cobblestone
‘Neath the halo of a street lamp
I turned my collar to the cold and damp
When my eyes were stabbed by the flash of a neon light
That split the night
And touched the sound of silence
And in the naked light I saw
Ten thousand people, maybe more
People talking without speaking
People hearing without listening
People writing songs that voices never share
No one dared
Disturb the sound of silence
“Fools” said I, “You do not know
Silence like a cancer grows
Hear my words that I might teach you
Take my arms that I might reach you”
But my words like silent raindrops fell
And echoed in the wells of silence
And the people bowed and prayed
To the neon god they made
And the sign flashed out its warning
In the words that it was forming
And the sign said, “The words of the prophets
Are written on the subway walls
And tenement halls
And whispered in the sounds of silence”

I Am a Rock
Song by Simon & Garfunkel

A winter’s day
In a deep and dark December
I am alone
Gazing from my window to the streets below
On a freshly fallen silent shroud of snow
I am a rock I am an island
I’ve built walls
A fortress deep and mighty
That none may penetrate
I have no need of friendship, friendship causes pain
It’s laughter and it’s loving I disdain
I am a rock I am an island
Don’t talk of love
Well I’ve heard the word before
It’s sleeping in my memory
I won’t disturb the slumber of feelings that have died
If I never loved I never would have cried
I am a rock I am an island
I have my books
And my poetry to protect me
I am shielded in my armor
Hiding in my room safe within my womb
I touch no one and no one touches me
I am a rock I am an island
And a rock feels no pain
And an island never cries

Good Morning Peeps enjoy this beautiful Monday in our wonderful community. 🎈

Baby it’s cold outside. 😎

” I never understood why George chose to appear as a brooding macho man with a cross in his ear. That’s not him. He’s not like that at all with his mates. He’s fun and outgoing and vulnerable. The more I look at him, the more I realise that this image is great and George looks amazing. But George is far from the industry, far from the visual part of his music. They’re completely different things.”

Andrew Ridgeley

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@loaf,

Good Afternoon in Ohio and I am hoping this Christmas is a good one for you.
Kudos to your husband doing so well after his medical procedure. 🎈

@xango,

Good afternoon in Florida and please let me know how you are doing. I am hoping
you are getting around better.

I also know memories are flooding in your soul I dream of my father last night it was
wonderful. 💕🎈😎

@oodiebom,

Good afternoon I just read your thread from early morning and I am hoping for the best
with your husband. Hang in there Oodie. I love Babs never has she sung a bad song.
I want to read her book I did not know she had one out. I can sing this song from my memory.

Memory
Song by Barbra Streisand

Midnight, not a sound from the pavement
Has the moon lost her memory?
She is smiling alone
In the lamplight, the withered leaves collect at my feet
And the wind begins to moan
Memory, all alone in the moonlight
I can dream of the old days
Life was beautiful then
I remember the time I knew what happiness was
Let the memory live again
Every street lamp seems to beat
A fatalistic warning
Someone mutters and the street lamp sputters
And soon it will be morning
Daylight, I must wait for the sunrise
I must think of a new life
And I mustn’t give in
When the dawn comes, tonight will be a memory too
And a new day will begin
Burnt out ends of smoky days
The stale, cold smell of morning
A street lamp dies, another night is over
Another day is dawning
Touch me, it’s so easy to leave me
All alone with the memory
Of my days in the sun
If you touch me, you’ll understand what happiness is
Look, a new day has begun

Let us know how things are going today Oodie.

@oodiebom,

Good evening and I hope you have sweet dreams. Oodie i am late posting tonight because
one of my relatives in Minnesota had a major stroke and is not doing well.

The family is putting her in hospice as nothing can be done. Oodie as you know i went through
this with my father I sometimes dread December. I knew it would be a challenging month.

Many in the family are flying to Minnesota on Wednesday to say good-bye.

I am very happy that your husband is doing so much better now just to get him home would
be great.

I will say just a little bit more tomorrow. I have been on the phone for hours as this just happened.
today as she took a turn for the worse.

@sheba2011

I feel for you and your family at this time. December is a hard month for many. I surmise it’s all the hustling and bustling in food prep, presents for family members and also the year end crisis’s. It’s never a good time to become ill and during the last few years I have noticed that this month which is supposed to be happy it is also the saddest one. Prayers and hugs are being sent to you and your loved ones. I was hoping that this month would have been a good one.

@oodiebom,

Thank you for your prayers. This December has been the best ever. I was with my entire
family I got a clean bill of health on my health issue. I traveled through many States and I
got back out in the world. 😎🎈

This relative was sick for a while before the stroke and she is older. WE see this as a home going
she has been all over the world more than I can count and had a full rich life. What I like about
her is she was skiing a few years ago and has always been mobile and full of life. 💕All her
children will be there she has four all live in Boulder, Colorado.

The only thing that bothers me is her husband will be heart broken and thank god she has
a large family. 😘💕

She is in Hospice right now so she is still with us and we will cherish her forever in our hearts. 💕😘

@sheba2011

I tried several times to reach the ER to no avail. The first try the switchboard gave me the incorrect area. Second try, a nurse put me on hold and all of a sudden I had the dial tone. The last resort was that the phone kept ringing and no one answered. So, instead of trying a fourth time I climbed into the van and drove to the hospital. I parked in the ER area and walked the upward climb for three blocks only to find out when I arrived that (and I quote) “He went back to where he came from.” So, I walked the three blocks (all downhill this time) and drove to the rehab. And there he was. Back in his room sound asleep. Of course I woke him and he is fine. The ER never removed the contraptions on his arm, so the rehab RN took care of that. He wants takeout. Only problem he has a yen for a Reuben and unfortunately, as I perused the menu for Culver’s, it has too much salt. (1400+mg of salt). Dinner menu at the Rehab is a chicken something or other which he doesn’t want. I will go to the rehab and see what he wishes. Right now, just so happy that he is OK.

Oodie, Sorry about your husband being rushed to the er. Sounds like they were being cautious post surgery. Glad he is back at the rehab and ready for some dinner. Do places deliver food? My son uses grub hub and they offer deals and coupons. Keep us all updated about your husband.
The Colleen Lopez boxes are wonderful. I need the smaller size which is why I am holding off for now. Once those are back, I am snagging a set. Otherwise, the bigger ones will work too.
And maybe soon I will decide to get the black set. Yes, a bit indecisive.
Wishing you and your husband a Happy Hanukkah.

@taci,

Good morning in S California and I hope you are doing well.

Hubby and I both feed the cats last night and it was a cold night. We have to find
a way to help keep them warm. I have open our door for them to get warm but they
will not come in.

Say a pray for Oodiebom her husband is in the hospital just to make sure there is not
a problem.

Enjoy your wonderful hike today and as always Happy Trails To You. 🎶🎶

Don’t forget your Colleen’s Box. 😎🎈

Sheba, Hope it was a great day for you as well. I got my hair colored and you know – hiked.
Came home to a delivery truck blocking a part of my driveway, which is fine but I couldn’t get into the driveway. Stopped the car, and went to the open door and tried to get the drivers attention. Sheba, he was in there organizing, stacking boxes at lightning speed and working so hard, non-stop. He finally heard me saying excuse me…. and was so polite. I was so impressed.
People around here order so much online.

Do the cats live in the woods? Maybe you could try leaving some cardboard boxes out with an old towel or 2 in them, and some dry food to encourage them? It’s a dilemma for sure.

@taci,

Good evening and yeah this is late for me. I have been on the phone with family in
Colorado and Minnesota as we have a relative who had a major stroke and took a turn
for the worse. Family are making plans to fly to Minnesota on Wednesday this all happened
this evening.

I know your hair looks great all that hiking does the body good. 😎

Taci the only woods would be my backyard which is very large. I do live near a wooded
area but this one black cat will not leave me or the block I know where he lives and he
knows I have the food. I will call an animal origination here in town and find out what they
can do to help me make a shelter so if a cat or two comes they will not get too cold.

The cats will not come to me but I can see them through my security camera.
I have learned all their habits and it is so interesting to look at especially at night
that is when they come out. 💕

Sheba, sincere condolences about your relatives who had the stroke. I’m sorry this is such a difficult month for you with losses from last year and your Father. Take care and best to you and yours.

@taci

Again, thank you for reaching out. What I think happened is that I heated up some corn chowder from the Farmer’s Market. Instead of eating it slowly, hubby was gulping it down. His esophagus is extremely narrow and he sometimes forgets to take it easy. He needs to take smaller bites and to chew better. If he doesn’t, he ends up having a coughing fit and that is what happened on Saturday. The surgeon must have sewn areas together and the stitches were still intact and had not dissolved as yet. I think his coughing may have dislodged whatever. Anyway, he is back at the rehab and is OK (knock on wood”), I arrived home just about an hour ago.

I know you will be missing your mom this holiday. But, wish you a happy and healthy one all the same to you and your family. Remember the good times and the laughs along with the wishes and the sentiments.

@shoelady60,

Good afternoon in the ‘burgh. I bet you can guess how we are feeling in OZ.
I will leave it at that it is what it is. My husband and son called BS on the REFS
and I had a little more to say. 😎

Moving along I hope this Monday is going great for you. Oz is very chilly.

Happy Holidays to all your family. 😉😘

Blowing a warm hug to you and Jake’s Canvas. 🎈💕

@sheba2011

Two games in a row with ref calls right near the end.😣 And that was a beautiful play, I was cheering. Oh well, seems like I’m saying that a lot lately.

Chilly here, 40’s most of the week.🥶 No snow predicted which I’m glad since I have a few gifts to drop off. Doing Christmas eve with mom and sis, Christmas day with SIL and her husband as long as no one is sick or any snow storms. If it was up to me, I’d chill on the couch the whole weekend.😕 Will save that for New Year’s eve.

Stay warm, I’m sure Poppy’s booties are out and by the door.🐶 Hugs to you both.🤗💖

@shoelady60,

I do put Poppy shoes on his little feet will get real cold if I don’t. I feel like I am catching
a slight cold due to going in and out all evening.

My babies will eat a decent meal and it’s not cheap either.

I will explain why I am so late posting.

Sleep well dear friend. 😘

@kittengirl,

Good morning in California Kitten Happy Holidays. 🎈

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
Song by Andy Williams

It’s the most wonderful time of the year
With the kids jingle belling
And everyone telling you be of good cheer
It’s the most wonderful time of the year
It’s the hap-happiest season of all
With those holiday greetings and happy meetings
When friends come to call
It’s the hap-happiest season of all
There’ll be parties for hosting
Marshmallows for toasting
And caroling out in the snow
There’ll be scary ghost stories
And tales of the glories of
Christmases long, long ago
It’s the most wonderful time of the year
There’ll be much mistltoeing
And hearts will be glowing
When loved ones are near
It’s the most wonderful time of the year
There’ll be parties for hosting
Marshmallows for toasting
And caroling out in the snow
There’ll be scary ghost stories
And tales of the glories of
Christmases long, long ago
It’s the most wonderful time of the year
There’ll be much mistltoeing
And hearts will be glowing
When loved ones are near
It’s the most wonderful time
Yes the most wonderful time
Oh the most wonderful time
Of the year

Do They Know It’s Christmas?
Song by Band Aid

It’s Christmas time, there’s no need to be afraid
At Christmas time, we let in light and we banish shade
And in our world of plenty we can spread a smile of joy
Throw your arms around the world at Christmas time
But say a prayer, Pray for the other ones
At Christmas time it’s hard, but when you’re having fun
There’s a world outside your window
And it’s a world of dread and fear
Where the only water flowing
Is the bitter sting of tears
And the Christmas bells that ring
There are the clanging chimes of doom
Well tonight thank God it’s them instead of you
And there won’t be snow in Africa this Christmas time
The greatest gift they’ll get this year is life
Where nothing ever grows
No rain nor rivers flow
Do they know it’s Christmas time at all?
Here’s to you
Raise a glass for everyone
Spare a thought this yuletide for the deprived
If the table was turned would you survive
Here’s to them
Underneath that burning sun
You ain’t gotta feel guilt just selfless
Give a little help to the helpless
Do they know it’s Christmas time at all?
Feed the world
Feed the world
Feed the world
Feed the world
Feed the world
Let them know it’s Christmas time again
Feed the world
Let them know it’s Christmas time again
Feed the world
Let them know it’s Christmas time again
Feed the world
Let them know it’s Christmas time again
Feed the world
Feed the world
Feed the world
Feed the world
Feed the world

Mariah Carey
“All I Want For Christmas Is You”

I don’t want a lot for Christmas
There is just one thing I need
I don’t care about the presents
Underneath the Christmas tree

I just want you for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true
All I want for Christmas is you, yeah

I don’t want a lot for Christmas
There is just one thing I need
And I don’t care about the presents
Underneath the Christmas tree

I don’t need to hang my stocking
There upon the fireplace
Santa Claus won’t make me happy
With a toy on Christmas Day

I just want you for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true
All I want for Christmas is you
You, baby

Oh, I won’t ask for much this Christmas
I won’t even wish for snow
And I’m just gonna keep on waiting
Underneath the mistletoe

I won’t make a list and send it
To the North Pole for Saint Nick
I won’t even stay awake to
Hear those magic reindeer click

‘Cause I just want you here tonight
Holding on to me so tight
What more can I do?
Baby, all I want for Christmas is you
You, baby

Oh, all the lights are shining so brightly everywhere
And the sound of children’s laughter fills the air

And everyone is singing
I hear those sleigh bells ringing
Santa, won’t you bring me the one I really need?
Won’t you please bring my baby to me?

Oh, I don’t want a lot for Christmas
This is all I’m asking for
I just wanna see my baby
Standing right outside my door

Oh, I just want you for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true
Baby, all I want for Christmas is you
You, baby

Kirk Franklin Lyrics
“Silent Night”

Silent night, holy night
All is calm, all is bright
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child
Holy Infant so tender and mild
Sleep in heavenly peace
Sleep in heavenly peace
Silent night, holy night
Son of God, love’s pure light
Radiant beams from Thy holy face
With the dawn of redeeming grace
Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth
Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth

Donny Hathaway – This Christmas Lyrics

Hang all the mistletoe
I’m gonna get to know you better
This Christmas
And as we trim the tree
How much fun it’s gonna be together
This Christmas
The fireside is blazing bright, whoa-ah
We’re caroling through the night, whoa-whoa
This Christmas will be a very special Christmas for me
Whoa-oh, oh-oh, oh-oh, oh-oh, oh
Ha, let’s go (woo-hoo)
Presents and cards are here
My world is filled with cheer and you
This Christmas
And as I look around
Your eyes outshine the town, they do
This Christmas
The fireside is blazing bright
And we’re caroling through the night
And this Christmas will be
A very special Christmas for me, yeah (huh)
Woah-oh, oh-oh
Oh, ha
Shake a hand, shake a hand now
Na-na, na-na-na-na, na-na-na
Ooh, the fireside is blazing bright
And we’re caroling through the night
And this Christmas will be
So special for you and me
Yes, it will be
Woah-oh, oh, oh (ha)
Shake a hand y’all
Come on, everybody shake a hand y’all (ha)
Family, hey
We’ll be together to make this Christmas bright
Yes, we will

Some Day At Christmas – Stevie Wonder and Andra Day

Someday at Christmas men won’t be boys
Playing with bombs like kids play with toys
One warm December our hearts will see
A world where men are free
Someday at Christmas there’ll be no wars
When we have learned what Christmas is for
When we have found what life’s really worth
There’ll be peace on earth
Someday all our dreams will come to be
Someday in a world where men are free
Maybe not in time for you and me
But someday at Christmastime
Someday at Christmas we’ll see a land
With no hungry children, no empty hand
One happy morning people will share
Our world where people care
Whoa, someday at Christmas there’ll be no tears
When all men are equal and no man has fears
One shinning moment one prayer away
From our world today
Someday all our dreams will come to be
Someday in a world where men are free
Maybe not in time for you and me
But someday at Christmastime
Someday at Christmas man will not fail
Hate will be gone and love will prevail
Someday a new world that we can start
With hope in every heart, yeah
whoa, yeah
(Someday in a world where men are free)
Maybe not in time for you and me
But someday at Christmastime
Someday at Christmastime

Good Morning Peeps and I hope your Sunday morning is going great. 😉🎈

Enjoy this beautiful season with your friends and family.

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@loaf,

Happy Holidays to you and your family. 😉😘🎈

@xango,

Good afternoon in Florida. 🎈I hope this is a good day for you and hubby.

Happy Holidays and be well. 😉

@oodiebom,

Good afternoon on the Gulf Coast of Florida. I am so happy to hear your husband is
doing well and I know you can’t wait for him to get home. 🎈😎

@sheba2011

I am writing this and it is already Monday morning. I didn’t visit hubby yesterday. Instead did a couple of loads of laundry and started cleaning the car out since I have an appointment Wed.. Filled one garbage bag that is ready to go this morning for pickup. I still have the trunk left.

The rain fell yesterday afternoon. We had a thunderstorm followed by a light rain that I’m sure all the new plants enjoyed. Today I have the plumber returning and that job will take at least 3-6 hours depending on what he finds. The new shower head in the Master is leaking and the entire plumbing will need to be replaced and that also includes the guest bathroom. He mentioned that I will not know anything has been done when he finishes. I surmise he took pictures of the tile. I also have a handyman coming to help me decide whether I need new stairs or a ramp leading to the front door. He also will take a look at our metal bed frame to see if he will be able to adjust it so that the new mattress fits. At the same time I think we need a box spring. The mattress is too low for me and with my bad back getting out of bed is difficult. I surmise with exercise and some practice this will become easier. Never in a million years did I think I would have this problem (LOL).

It’s not often I get to say I am enjoying a good read. Never would I think Barbra Streisand could write, but, that has changed. I am reading her Memoir and I cannot put the book down. It’s New York with all the delicatessens and the theater crowd. We are having this conversation. The song “Memories” comes to mind. It’s all of this and more.

@oodiebom,

OMG! I see you can’t catch a break I am so sorry for all this.

I pray there is nothing wrong with your husband. I am saying prayers.

@sheba2011

Hi again. Never a dull moment. Just received a phone call from the Rehab. Hubby is being rushed to the hospital. Internal bleeding from the bladder. I was told to stay put and to wait for the hospital to contact me. May not be anything, however the urologist will be seeing him at the hospital. Gee whiz, it’s two weeks today from the surgery. Hoping it’s nothing.

@taci,

Good morning in S. California I see Colleen’s Jewel Box is calling you. 😎🎈

Oz is cold today I wore one of my Iris Apfel Jackets with gloves with Mr. Poppy.
Hey he is getting groomed next weekend. 💕

Please be safe on the trails and enjoy the view. Happy Trails To You. 🎶🎶😉

Sheba, hello! Well I haven’t purchased the boxes yet, but have a feeling I will soon.
Sounds like you have winter holiday weather! The thread is looking very nice and in Holiday mode.
By the way, you mentioned Choco Nuvo a while back. Well, once we landed in the US and were on the East Coast, and were waiting for our connecting flight home, yup, I was ordering.🤣
Hope Poppy is looking forward to the grooming!

@taci

I have quite a few of Colleen’s boxes and I love them. I have been using them for years and my sterling still looks brand new. Even with everything that happened in this house they have remained OK.. Hope you purchase them and enjoy them as much as I have. Also glad the family and yourself are feeling better. Enjoy the season. It’s the only time that strangers talk to one another. Why this doesn’t continue all year long is beyond me.

@shoelady60,

Blowing gentle hugs to you and Jake’s Canvas. 😘😉💕🎈

@kittengirl,

Happy Holidays Kitten to you and your family. 🎈💕