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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Wednesday, November 09, 2005 - 9:31 pm
1. I bought a chicken cookie jar. It looks great in my country kitchen. =) 2. I invited my in-laws to my house for Christmas. You'll never know how great that makes me feel this year! 3. We just confirmed our cruise is changed from Cozumel to Belize City. I'm soooo excited!
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Clutterfree
Member
10-24-2003
| Thursday, November 10, 2005 - 11:18 am
Chicken cookie jar sounds great, Twiggish, and congrats on your cruise to Belize! Here are my Wednesday's three positives (last night it seemed "impossible" to come up with three, but it's important to me to find at least 3 every day, and today looking back, it's easier, so here goes): 1. I accidentally discovered what was wrong with my cable connection, and was able to correct it myself, so no need of repairman on Saturday!) 2. I was able to easily return my "impulse" purchase of a flashlight and D batteries to convenience store (because it was a convenience store, I wasn't sure I would be able to return, but I HAD been smart enough to get a receipt, so it went smoothly). [I had bought the flashlight because I had thought 50% that I was going to visit my Mom's grave after dark, but I stayed overnight, so saw it in daylight and didn't need...and I have other flashlights at home.] 3. The friendly woman in the florist shop identified the flowers in my Mom's bouquet (from my aunt), so I will be able to tell my aunt what flowers are in her bouquet on my Mom's grave in honor of her birthday.
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Clutterfree
Member
10-24-2003
| Saturday, November 12, 2005 - 1:10 am
Thursday's three positives: 1. I got packed up and back to my current residence at just the right time (3:50 PM for 4 PM appt). 2. I had a chance to open a new bag for sorting for next time at my "birth house"; had a chance to mentally process on the way home also. 3. I completed my phone consultation call tonight, and my client thanked me profusely! Friday's three: 1. Although I did end up losing my msgs on answering machine, THREE separate customer service/techs were very polite and thorough in explaining my options on the phone. And my answ mach is successfully "reset". 2. Michael called tonight, from borrowed cell phone on the way back from MA! 3. Maggie my cat is especially cute and cuddly tonight!
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Vacanick
Member
07-12-2004
| Saturday, November 12, 2005 - 8:35 am
1. I still have my cold but at least I'm alive. 2. I picked up the new Anne Rice book. I started it last night ... love it! 3. I got a really good nights sleep, first time in over a week. That was so nice!
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Adven
Member
02-06-2001
| Saturday, November 12, 2005 - 8:39 am
1. I did not have a massive coronary during the night. 2. Supper did not give me botulism. 3. No wild animals accidentally made their way into my house.
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Vacanick
Member
07-12-2004
| Saturday, November 12, 2005 - 8:44 am
Adven ... you are so funny! Thanks for the laugh! 
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Clutterfree
Member
10-24-2003
| Saturday, November 12, 2005 - 5:53 pm
Vacanick, whtat is the new Anne Rice book? Saturday's three positives: 1. I finally was able to pick up my cans of healthy protein drink that were special-ordered for me a bit ago. 2. I DID get to the health club today for 35 minutes on the treadmill; felt much better afterwards. 3. Adam said he could work for me tomorrow doing yard work!
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Vacanick
Member
07-12-2004
| Saturday, November 12, 2005 - 8:34 pm
Clutterfree, the new Anne Rice book is called "Christ the Lord, Out of Egypt". Are you an Anne Rice fan as well? Saturday 1. Took a nice afternoon nap. 2. Got caught up with an old friend. 3. Made a really good chicken soup.
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Clutterfree
Member
10-24-2003
| Saturday, November 12, 2005 - 9:38 pm
Vacanick, Not familiar with Anne Rice actually, but an avid book lover, so always interested when something new turns up! Yum, Chicken Soup!
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Mameblanche
Member
04-13-2005
| Sunday, November 13, 2005 - 2:22 am
1) Got my hair successfully cut and coloured - it looks really natural, and it was long overdue. 2) Got a manicure where they paint pretty pictures on your fingernails... (I've been doing that for a couple of months now... it really cheers me up and I'm a former nail-biter.) 3) The weather was really nice today, crisp without being windy for a change.
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Clutterfree
Member
10-24-2003
| Monday, November 14, 2005 - 6:02 pm
Three for Sunday, be back later with Monday's...by the way Mameblanche, great re the nail pictures serving two purposes: cheering up (always good) and changing behavior (nailbiting). My 3 for Sunday: 1.) While I was at my late Mom's house, I lay down on her bed to rest and in my mind I successfully tried wrapping myself in her spirit and energy. Too often lately, it's hard to feel her near me. 2.) Faithful Wendy came to help me sort through memorablia from the past, including my very first paper doll from 1949 (age three). 3.) My neighbor Andy/Sheldon (he of two names!) called me over for a chat when I got home. Was good just to catch up on what he and his wife are doing.
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Abby7
Member
07-17-2002
| Monday, November 14, 2005 - 8:15 pm
here's three since my last post on this topic (lots to report, but it seems to be about dh since i last posted): 1. dh had a great conversation w/ his dad in New Zealand. his dad is the quiet type. dh's mum died last year...not expected, even for a second. so, the death was very, very difficult to accept. his dad is doing better now. 2. dh has still stopped smoking. (except for the friday nights when he goes to local pub w/co-workers). this is great (he used to smoke 1.5 packs a day). 3. i still love dh after living w/him since 1988, even w/his previous smoking. he's a wonderful person, and i'm fortunate to be with him all these years. (even tho' we have had some very difficult times in the past).
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Jbean
Member
01-05-2002
| Monday, November 14, 2005 - 8:33 pm
1. work went decent today. no one made me angry. 2. i got my gorgeous new pendant in the mail today from RG and it was paid for by a secret santa on this board. 3. gasoline is down to below $2 per gallon here, and i filled up today.
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Clutterfree
Member
10-24-2003
| Wednesday, November 16, 2005 - 12:55 am
Okay, I'm in trouble the past two days, lots of stuff gone wrong...THIRD cancellation of support appointment in one week, other negative and stressful stuff, but I'll do my best to find SOME positives for Mon/Tues, if not three: Monday: 1.) No doubt the BEST moment of the day was delighting in "How I Met Your Mother" comedy...I thought it had slacked off a little following its debut, but Monday night was back in rare form...kept me riveted and laughing the whole way. 2.) Michael called, even though I missed his call, good to know he's thinking of me. 3.) Got that bulky stepladder back in the car to return; satisfaction of job well done. Tuesday: 1.) Got the stepladder returned to the store. 2.) Okay, I'll cave and put "enjoyed Ben and Jerry's ice cream"--although I'm trying not to do that because I use food as comfort substitute...
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Jagger
Member
08-07-2002
| Wednesday, November 16, 2005 - 6:08 pm
I was able to wake up this morning My boss told me I deserved a raise ( not that it'll happen but at least he said it) I only smoked 3 cancer sticks at work today, compared to a normal 10 to 12.
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Clutterfree
Member
10-24-2003
| Thursday, November 17, 2005 - 1:20 am
Wednesday: 1.) Finally got a support person back to the house this evening and it made a big difference. We were working on a transcription of a lecture, and she was showing me some new little tricks on computer, which made the job FUN! Also she did a good job with the work she was doing. 2.) Made it to the health club for a health drink and a half hour/mile walk on treadmill. I wish the place was open 24 hrs; I would love to go there right now! 3.) Cancelled the hot water guy for the day, and I think I made the right decision; I'll deal with it next week.
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Thursday, November 17, 2005 - 5:16 am
1. I ate a big spinach salad last night for dinner, with a guacamole dressing. Yum! 2. It's only a little over a week to our cruise. (We're not looking at the weather channel) 3. I'm looking forward to seeing the new Harry Potter movie in a few days!
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Clutterfree
Member
10-24-2003
| Friday, November 18, 2005 - 2:42 am
Thursday: Very tired tonight, and a long workaholic day, and I am truly having trouble finding the bright spots....but important that I at least try! 1.) Kitty-cat cuddling definitely takes one positive spot. 2.) I started reading the book on self-esteem again. 3.) Although most of the sorting work I was doing today was emotionally draining, I did enjoy "capturing" (scanning) some "snapshots" of a teddy bear paper doll from a childhood Jack and Jill magazine. I'll see if I can upload one to show you! BELOW IS TEDDY BEAR PAPER DOLL FROM 1950's I PLAN TO DONATE!

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Citruscitygal
Member
08-07-2003
| Friday, November 18, 2005 - 2:59 am
1. Clutterfree~ Your mention of paper dolls brought back great childhood memories. I loved paper dolls. We are close in age - I was born in 1947. Sorry you are having a rough time. 2. Yesterday, on the spur of the moment, I cleaned out my pantry. It turned in to a bigger job than I expected, but I'm very pleased that it is done. 3. I enjoyed being able to work in my home office today for the first time in a week. If my luck (& my plans) hold I get to stay home & work until Monday.
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Clutterfree
Member
10-24-2003
| Friday, November 18, 2005 - 3:06 am
Citruscitygal, yes we are close in age...born May 1946! Amongst other dolls I am donating is my first paperdoll from 1949 at 3 years of age! They are going to a youth museum near here.
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Clutterfree
Member
10-24-2003
| Monday, November 21, 2005 - 12:09 am
Getting caught up on those postives after being away from computer for a couple days! Friday: 1.) Started the day feeling very disconnected and ungrounded, so called old counselor/friend Loretta for 1/2 hour just to get her caught up and maybe get a suggestion for the day. Her suggestion: "Do something good for yourself"! 2.) Shopping at Stop n Shop grocery store in the middle of the night before leaving for my Dad's. Actually it's a great time to shop (around 12 midnight) because you miss all the crowds and lines. Saturday: 1.) Everything went smoothly re my schedule at birth house/Dad's today: FINALLY I got Jagadish on board to do yard work (after rainouts, sickouts, and just plain no shows previously!) and faithful Wendy was there to help me sort through Valentines from my childhood and catalog old phonograph records including Gene Autry's rendition of "Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer". 2.) Dad's bronchitis is doing much better, thank goodness! 3.) My niece left a msg for me (first I've heard from her in a long time) and Julie phoned from CA with news about my dear aunt. 4.) okay, from memory I could only come up with two for Friday, so here's an extra for Saturday: I so much enjoyed the Harry Potter movie on TV Saturday night; good recoup from all my work of the day. This was the Harry Potter and Chamber of Secrets. Loved the character of Dobbie and I absolutely delight in the owls!
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Clutterfree
Member
10-24-2003
| Monday, November 21, 2005 - 12:36 am
Sunday's: 1.) In the wee hours of morning, I took a short woods walk in the cold crisp air to clear my head, and it really helped. 2.) I got a good hot shower; hoping tomorrow repairman can fix my own hot water problem. 3.) Made it to the open house for my childhood library now converted into a private home; was interesting to see how the stone building (built 1926) looks today.
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Graceunderfyre
Member
01-21-2004
| Monday, November 21, 2005 - 7:00 pm
wow I never noticed this before, I like this thread. . . Monday's 3 things: 1. I got up on time this morning and Jai awoke in a GREAT mood. 2. Not only was I on time, but I was early and was able to prepare a little at work. 3. The scavanger hunt I created for the 50 kids and 5 counselors ended up being for 65 kids and 9 counselors and was a HUGE success!
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Abby7
Member
07-17-2002
| Monday, November 21, 2005 - 8:38 pm
1. had my hair colored and like it (loved it until i saw it in the sun, now only like it.) 2. pretty much done with Christmas shopping. 3. was able to sleep in today.
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Mameblanche
Member
04-13-2005
| Monday, November 21, 2005 - 8:58 pm
1) My dh went back to work after 3 weeks off to recuperate from an operation, and he is fine. Tired. Still in some pain, but coping just fine. 2) Mom and I had a good day today. My elderly mom lives with us and some days are better than others. 3) I got extra time on the computer as dh fell asleep almost as soon as he came home.
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