This video is a little bad, but I absolutely LOVE this song! Janitor Bob is a local band, but I've never seen them, only hear this song quite often on a local music station on the drive home. The Happy Song ALWAYS gets me smiling and in a good mood--the radio is cranked and during the summer the windows rolled down.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3gDH1lC4AA&feature=list_related&playnext=1&list=MLGxdCwVVULXfQu1qTNY9mriUWrDEEh_P6
Friday, December 31, 2010
The Confession
Grisham does it again. Another legal thriller with a hot discussion topic. "The Confession" is an anticlimatic book, because I had great hopes it would turn out differently. However, once it ended I understood what point Grisham was trying to make. I can't discuss this one too much without giving away the plot, but I am still debating with myself the pros and cons of the death penalty.
I know that if a terrible crime is committed against a loved one or any child, I would be right up on that platform ready to plunge the needle, or pull the switch, but is it really the right thing to do? How many have been killed by states around the country who were actually innocent? The legal battle has so many gray areas in all parts of the country, how can a person actually determine it is the right thing to do? Why should a human being play God?
I don't want to get into any discussions on my blog surrounding such an explosive topic, but the book really made me wonder about my beliefs.
Fall of Giants
I really like history and historical fiction, but I just love epic historical fiction. When I heard Ken Follett was publishing a new series, I pumped my fist in the air (that's right!). I absolutely loved his "World Without End" and "Pillars of the Earth" so I knew this was the next book I had to read.
I enjoy these epics because I love to follow different characters from different backgrounds that are on opposite sides. Follett did not disappoint me at all. The main characters were an English coal minor, English Lord married to a Russian princess, a Communist, an American Presidential aide, and a German military man. The story started before WWI, and continued up to the very end. The story really put my historical knowledge to the test. Little do we realize all of the political chasing around that wars involve, and there were times I could not keep the information straight, which amazes me that the author could. Sometimes I wonder the amount of research done to get the facts straight. I cannot wait for the next in this trilogy!
I enjoy these epics because I love to follow different characters from different backgrounds that are on opposite sides. Follett did not disappoint me at all. The main characters were an English coal minor, English Lord married to a Russian princess, a Communist, an American Presidential aide, and a German military man. The story started before WWI, and continued up to the very end. The story really put my historical knowledge to the test. Little do we realize all of the political chasing around that wars involve, and there were times I could not keep the information straight, which amazes me that the author could. Sometimes I wonder the amount of research done to get the facts straight. I cannot wait for the next in this trilogy!
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
The NY Times 10 Best Books of 2010
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/12/12/books/review/10-best-books-of-2010.html?_r=2&scp=1-spot&sq=best%20books%20of%202010&st=cse
Alot of blogs are discussing their top 10 of 2010. I plan on doing that as soon as I finish the year. Have to give my last few a chance too! In case you would like to know what the NY Times is listing, I included the link.
Alot of blogs are discussing their top 10 of 2010. I plan on doing that as soon as I finish the year. Have to give my last few a chance too! In case you would like to know what the NY Times is listing, I included the link.
Monday, December 20, 2010
Prayer
Dear Heather, I know that you said you would prefer that we don't mention Supra to you, but she has touched so many of our hearts too, and we will miss her. Maybe not as much as her immediate family, but she was a very special part of our family. When we lost Midnight a few years back, my friend Jill sent me a poem she had found when they had to put their beloved dog down, who was also a very special part of their lives. I have to share it with you, because it brought comfort to me during that time. We loved the fact that on vacation or your trips home we would get to see her as well. I know she will always be in our hearts.
The Rainbow Bridge
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. when an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable. All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigour; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart. Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.
Author Unknown
I'm sorry if I offend you by publishing this, but I just feel I needed to say this. I love you all and hope this helps you find some peace.
The Rainbow Bridge
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. when an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable. All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigour; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart. Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.
Author Unknown
I'm sorry if I offend you by publishing this, but I just feel I needed to say this. I love you all and hope this helps you find some peace.
Saturday, December 11, 2010
Kleenex
****GROSS ALERT****
I know it has been awhile since my post. My family knows why--retail employment+Holidays=Kelly is very tired. Well, I am struggling through my annual cold I always get between Thanksgiving and Christmas. It has lasted all week, and on Thursday I sounded like Peter Brady when it was "Time to Change" (sha na na na). My voice is somewhat back, only because the drainage has softened my vocal cords, at least that is what I think.
This morning I had to blow my nose (AGAIN) and my very tired brain wondered why do I open the kleenex to look at what came out of my nose. I thought, you know, I do that everytime. Why do I do that???? Do I think I am going to get gold coming out of my nose? Does anyone else do that?
I know this is not what you signed up for when you read my postings, but I can't help it. I had a question and felt the need to write it down. I am curious though, does anyone else do this in the privacy of their own home????
I know it has been awhile since my post. My family knows why--retail employment+Holidays=Kelly is very tired. Well, I am struggling through my annual cold I always get between Thanksgiving and Christmas. It has lasted all week, and on Thursday I sounded like Peter Brady when it was "Time to Change" (sha na na na). My voice is somewhat back, only because the drainage has softened my vocal cords, at least that is what I think.
This morning I had to blow my nose (AGAIN) and my very tired brain wondered why do I open the kleenex to look at what came out of my nose. I thought, you know, I do that everytime. Why do I do that???? Do I think I am going to get gold coming out of my nose? Does anyone else do that?
I know this is not what you signed up for when you read my postings, but I can't help it. I had a question and felt the need to write it down. I am curious though, does anyone else do this in the privacy of their own home????
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Book Lists
A friend sent me a link on facebook the other day. She's actually a former employee who has become a friend. Sometimes I wish I could be Kayla (she's still in college, but she is wise beyond her years). This was such a great idea, but I'm sorry to say that it was an idea by Art Garfunkel. I'm not a big fan, somehow his name just makes me giggle, but he came up with this AMAZING idea. It actual combines my love with an obsession of Kristen's. He listed every single book he has read throughout the years!!! Check it out:
http://www.artgarfunkel.com/library/list1.html
I didn't really look through the list, not interested in what he read, just wondering "NOW WHY IN THE HECK DID I NOT THINK OF THAT??? (WOOF) (Sorry, just read Kristen's post and am thinking in dog terms right now). Can you imagine what my list would look like right now, if I would have started that when I was younger? Not sure what age, but I believe that the Little House series would begin that list, it's what I really remember reading (Busy Town by Richard Scarry doesn't count--that's the kid's book) for the first time.
Should I start a list? My problem would be, do I just start now, and only list the books currently reading, or do I start listing everything I remember reading in the past? My other issue is saving a file on a computer. I'm afraid I would not be prepared to save something like that if the computer ever crashes. Isn't there a way to save something on the web? Thought that one of the past vacation lists was on the internet. I could be wrong, but what an AWESOME idea this is!!!!!!!!!!!!!
http://www.artgarfunkel.com/library/list1.html
I didn't really look through the list, not interested in what he read, just wondering "NOW WHY IN THE HECK DID I NOT THINK OF THAT??? (WOOF) (Sorry, just read Kristen's post and am thinking in dog terms right now). Can you imagine what my list would look like right now, if I would have started that when I was younger? Not sure what age, but I believe that the Little House series would begin that list, it's what I really remember reading (Busy Town by Richard Scarry doesn't count--that's the kid's book) for the first time.
Should I start a list? My problem would be, do I just start now, and only list the books currently reading, or do I start listing everything I remember reading in the past? My other issue is saving a file on a computer. I'm afraid I would not be prepared to save something like that if the computer ever crashes. Isn't there a way to save something on the web? Thought that one of the past vacation lists was on the internet. I could be wrong, but what an AWESOME idea this is!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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