Well today the space shuttle will launch it's last flight. They say that the U.S will not fly again into space for another 50 to 70 years. But there will be trips to the space station by means of a Russian shuttle. The launch is suppose to happen at 11:26am this morning. Alabama time would be 10:26am. I'm definitely going to watch it. This is like the 60's when John Glenn flew the apollo space craft. I saw on the news that a classroom full of students from UAHuntsville will be there. I wish I was a fly on the wall.
There may be a delay into todays schedule. The weather station has predicted strong winds and storms in Florida. Maybe they'll be able to launch anyway.
Not much going on here. I'll be going today to volunteer again. I'm expecting the kids will be all excited because we're suppose to have a police officer there discussing safety tips. Kids always like police officers and firemen. This officer is suppose to be giving out badges to the kids today. I can just see their little faces.
Have a Happy Friday!!!
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Friday, July 8, 2011
Thursday, July 7, 2011
A Sweet
While I was out at Cracker Barrel with my friends today, one of my friends told the waitress that when we were there for my Birthday I never got my free dessert. So, what do they do? They bring me a large piece of chocolate cake. Unfortunately I couldn't partake, so that friend ate it instead of me. I think he told the waitress that so he could have a free sweet. Poor guy, he's not allowed to eat chocolate very often. So the sweet was on me. Thats funny.
I know it's summer time, but the degrees outside sucks. It's soooo hot. Whats really bad about the south in the summer is the high humidity. You sweat even if you're in the heat for just a few minutes. Or at least I do. Thats why I am more active in the colder months.
I brought some of my chicken home today and at first Butter didn't know what to do with it. She smelled it, batted it around then she ate just a small piece of it. She would much rather have her cat treats than anything.
Well thats about all my news for the day. Friday is tomorrow and the weekend begins. I wonder how much trouble I can get into this weekend. Probably just watching movies.
I know it's summer time, but the degrees outside sucks. It's soooo hot. Whats really bad about the south in the summer is the high humidity. You sweat even if you're in the heat for just a few minutes. Or at least I do. Thats why I am more active in the colder months.
I brought some of my chicken home today and at first Butter didn't know what to do with it. She smelled it, batted it around then she ate just a small piece of it. She would much rather have her cat treats than anything.
Well thats about all my news for the day. Friday is tomorrow and the weekend begins. I wonder how much trouble I can get into this weekend. Probably just watching movies.
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Friendship
You know who your true friends are when they stick with you through hard times and good. I just had to say that because I learned the hard way this past month about true friendship. I'm meeting my close friends from Jasper tomorrow for lunch. You know, as time flies by, there will be certain people in your life, then they won't be. I have a hard time judging character in people. I used to not trust anyone, but as I've grown older I want to see the good in people rather than their faults.
Even though it was painful to be told that someone didn't want to be my friend anymore based on the fact that I lived near them, I've been able to take a step backwards and see how one sided my friendship was with this person. I even gave this person something that was dear to me that was my grandmothers because I wanted to tell them that their friendship meant the world to me. I do regret that because I don't have that gift anymore.
You know it's funny how flighty people are. Well enough about that. So I guess the best rule of thumb would be to continue to trust people, but take certain people with a grain of salt because nothing you will ever do will please them. Thats unfortunate, because their closing themselves off from a good friendship.
Even though it was painful to be told that someone didn't want to be my friend anymore based on the fact that I lived near them, I've been able to take a step backwards and see how one sided my friendship was with this person. I even gave this person something that was dear to me that was my grandmothers because I wanted to tell them that their friendship meant the world to me. I do regret that because I don't have that gift anymore.
You know it's funny how flighty people are. Well enough about that. So I guess the best rule of thumb would be to continue to trust people, but take certain people with a grain of salt because nothing you will ever do will please them. Thats unfortunate, because their closing themselves off from a good friendship.
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Healing Fine
My Dad called this afternoon and told me that his surgeon was happy with his healing. He had surgery on his right hand. He got the pressure bandage off this morning that was replaced with another bandage and a smaller brace he'll have to wear when he sleeps. He said that his hand is a little uncomfortable but better. He said he had 20 stitches in his hand which he will be getting out in a week, I think.
I can't imagine having major surgery on any of my body parts. Being put to sleep scares me. And I hate hospitals. I wouldn't make a very good patient.
But luckily I haven't had too many proceedures done.
He's learning to use his left hand, which is difficult sense he is a doctor. He'll take it easy in the office for the next couple of weeks.
I'm just glad he's feeling better.
I can't imagine having major surgery on any of my body parts. Being put to sleep scares me. And I hate hospitals. I wouldn't make a very good patient.
But luckily I haven't had too many proceedures done.
He's learning to use his left hand, which is difficult sense he is a doctor. He'll take it easy in the office for the next couple of weeks.
I'm just glad he's feeling better.
Monday, July 4, 2011
Ooops!
I forgot to blog yesterday. These past couple of days have been filled with good movies, long walks and rummaging through old pictures of friends and places I have traveled to. I have this big box that I store all of my pictures in and I thought I needed to go through them and take out those photos of people that I haven't spoken with for at least 10/yrs. or so.
It was like walking down memory lane. I saw all of the photos of my nephew when he was a youngster and some old family portraits. Even those when I was a child. I wonder if I could store those in a protective plastic to keep those from wearing out.
It's funny to see pictures of yourself from many years ago. How your life has changed from then. I remember when I was in my 20's, I thought being in your 40's was old. But I feel just as young now than 20 years ago. Thats funny.
I saw all of the old boyfriends I used to date, thinking then that "this" is the one. The one that I will marry. Only to find out down the road, that the "this" was not the one.
I suppose I'm alot wiser than I was. Maybe one day, the "one" will appear.
It was like walking down memory lane. I saw all of the photos of my nephew when he was a youngster and some old family portraits. Even those when I was a child. I wonder if I could store those in a protective plastic to keep those from wearing out.
It's funny to see pictures of yourself from many years ago. How your life has changed from then. I remember when I was in my 20's, I thought being in your 40's was old. But I feel just as young now than 20 years ago. Thats funny.
I saw all of the old boyfriends I used to date, thinking then that "this" is the one. The one that I will marry. Only to find out down the road, that the "this" was not the one.
I suppose I'm alot wiser than I was. Maybe one day, the "one" will appear.
Saturday, July 2, 2011
Fight for the Cure
I sent off my checks yesterday for the Susan G. Komen Foundation, United Way and the American Diabetes Association. I hope they find a cure for breast cancer and diabetes in my lifetime.
I can't give a lot, but every little bit helps.
I think it's the duty of all of us to give back to the community. You don't really realize how much you have until it's gone. I'm talking about the United Way. This organization helps feed the hungry and provide assistance to women and children all across the state.
And I know that the money I give to this organization goes directly to the support systems that help these people. It not only helps those in need, but it also gives a sense of hope.
I have always been taught to help those who can't help themselves. Assist those in need. It also makes you feel good.
Just think, if everyone sent in donations to assist others or to help find a cure for a disease then I think the world would be much better. Better in values.
I can't give a lot, but every little bit helps.
I think it's the duty of all of us to give back to the community. You don't really realize how much you have until it's gone. I'm talking about the United Way. This organization helps feed the hungry and provide assistance to women and children all across the state.
And I know that the money I give to this organization goes directly to the support systems that help these people. It not only helps those in need, but it also gives a sense of hope.
I have always been taught to help those who can't help themselves. Assist those in need. It also makes you feel good.
Just think, if everyone sent in donations to assist others or to help find a cure for a disease then I think the world would be much better. Better in values.
Friday, July 1, 2011
Doing Better
I went to see my Dad today. A day after his surgery. He had a bad day yesterday with all of the drugs they gave him during surgery. He's still a little queeezy, but he said he does feel better. His hand and arm are both in a wrapped brace and it's swollen. I spent a few hours with him this morning while discussing his surgery and my new volunteering post.
I'm so glad he was feeling better, because it makes me nervous when either of my parents are not. Maybe it's due to their age or just that I depend on them so much. Not just for financial support but for emotional support. You never know what you have until you step back and recognize what blessings are before you.
Isn't that always the case. I think people get so wrapped up in their lives that they just expect or take things for granted. Like it's the normal.
Since I have been diagnosed with diabetes, my family has been there for me. I mean has "really been there" for me. I feel blessed everyday for this and I value their opinions. I feel that my family net is real strong. I'm glad that I was born into this family and will admire their strength and devotion all the days of my life.
I'm so glad he was feeling better, because it makes me nervous when either of my parents are not. Maybe it's due to their age or just that I depend on them so much. Not just for financial support but for emotional support. You never know what you have until you step back and recognize what blessings are before you.
Isn't that always the case. I think people get so wrapped up in their lives that they just expect or take things for granted. Like it's the normal.
Since I have been diagnosed with diabetes, my family has been there for me. I mean has "really been there" for me. I feel blessed everyday for this and I value their opinions. I feel that my family net is real strong. I'm glad that I was born into this family and will admire their strength and devotion all the days of my life.
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