Oh dear. I thought you had been sounding a little down lately. Well, you take the time you need and know that you're loved and worried about. We'll be here waiting for you when you feel up to it again. Prayers abound. Don't doubt it for a second!
I'm still bothered over what Mrs. Cow said--and I know she wanted to hurt me so I'm sure she's happy tonight--but I'm not sure what to do with it.
Those are the ugliest words I've ever heard; I'm sure her and Gerty are having a great time over it. I'll bet they have less to say in Confession than anybody in their church simply because they feel so very, very justified and they're never sorry. 'Amends' is not in their vocabulary--and it won't ever be.
We always respected Mrs. Cow so much because of her great family... Well, nobody with a mouth like that has a great family. Nope. Isn't going to happen.
I know Phooey chides me for the way I feel and that's probably why he's not on the board today; I wish he'd understand. I never thought the Klatch was like that--I thought it would be special--but it truly is like every other message board, now. Mrs. Cow's even added the ubiquitous 'fuck you' you find everywhere else. Oh well, maybe she can tell you all more about her ironing board and that'll keep the worst of it at bay.
Thank you, Eva, for always being there for me. I'm far from perfect and have many faults--and still you're always here with a loving heart and an understanding ear. I love you--I do, you're a rare, rare frog!
I know how hurt you feel. I'll say extra prayers for you. Hope you can find a way to let the hurt go away so it doesn't affect your spirits or your physical body.
That may sound cardboard, but I am beastly sick and can barely think. Much love and prayers are on your way.
Someone said (I can't remember who) that no matter what heights a person reaches, he'll always remember the bad things said about him. An actor can get an Academy Award for a movie that the world loves and which makes oodles of money and still he'll remember the one bad review it got.
It's because deep down we all believe the bad stuff people say about us. We can't help it, I guess. It doesn't matter if it isn't true. Deep down, we wonder, "Maybe it is true." Once it has been said/written, it's out there and can't be taken back. Apologies help, but they can't erase what has been heard or read.
Phooey read what Mrs. Cow wrote to you and chided you? I'm not sure I understand (unless he means that you shouldn't take it so hard.) He loves you and wants you to look forward and not be hurt.
Try not to think too much about what Mrs. Cow & Gerty, et al are saying. You don't want to be a part of that group anyway.
Let's have our own group! We can be the "far from perfect many faults" group. Sounds like more fun to me :)
Surfie, you're sick? What happened? I'll bet you've been running around like crazy ever since you got to OKC and have forgotten to take care of yourself. Lots of stuff to do, I know, but go to bed and REST! Extra prayers for you, too.
No, Eva, he just doesn't want me to respond in kind--and he's right (I just get frustrated because nobody ever says a word to them...)
Surfie, do you have the flu? Moving seems to have gotten you pounced on by all the local germs you'll have to get used to. I'll sure pray for you--and listen to Eva and GET TO BED!
P.S. Eva--I was so down tonight and 'Woggy walked in with with a Happy Hanukkah bag--and my first menorah!!! It's absolutely beautiful...simple and swirly elegant in silver and gold! She's such a doll!
And it certainly tells me that she celebrates my choice (that's good because I'm going to be dragging her to temple! LOL!) It's the most beautiful and touching gift I've ever gotten!
That's wonderful, Froggy! And 'Woggy, you couldn't have chosen a better time to give your sister this gift. You're both so lucky to have each other!
I have a little travel menorah that I take on trips with me when the holiday comes during Christmas. I've lit candles all up and down the east coast in past years. My in-laws have an old house, so I have to be very careful when I light them there. That reminds me. I haven't bought the candles yet. I'd better go write that on my list so I don't forget.
Goodnight and sleep tight. Don't worry about the other mishegas ;-)
Froggy, Today is a new day and a new year coming soon. Sounds like you have a lot of good advice and good wishes going on for you. Receive the blessings from those that care about you.
We serve a God who loves each one of us more than we can ever know. The flip side of that is that is that the evil one delights in tearing us down by using the past. We can drag the past around like a ball and chain. I can only say from my past experience breaking free of the past is constant. Give it to God who can make all things new.
Surfie, get well fast. Sorry you are not feeling well.
I have to chime in to agree with Phooey and Eva. One of the hardest things for me to do is turn the other cheek (not respond in kind, not replay in my head what I'd LIKE to say in response, etc.).
I've learned that it only sucks the energy out of my mind and body. Generally, a black cloud settles over ME when I did nothing wrong! The Lord says something like: Vengeance is mine; I shall repay. So, I work like the dickens to let it go. Ain't easy sometimes.
Plus, I'm no angel. I've said unkind things in my life and sometimes didn't realize until years later how awful I was.
Anyway ... yes, I have the flu. It is rampant here in OKC. I've been running around like crazy trying to get things done. Today, I just have to stay in bed. Woke up feeling like I'd been beaten up with a hammer.
My sister just got over it. She brought me chicken soup, green tea, Emergen-C, Thera-Flu (hate that stuff but it helps me sleep) and boxes of Kleenex. This, too, shall pass. My hyper self hates having to stay in bed all day.
Have I rambled on enough? I'll shut up and see if I can get my sister's kitteh to snuggle up in bed with me. He's a beautiful black & white old man named Kitty!
Hanukka is the Festival of Lights and the menorhah represents the miracle of the lamp oil is that correct? I was wondering about the history of the festival.
Hey, here's the answer to my own question. From today's Relish magazine by Tamar Haspel. (Some yummy Hanukkah recipes.)
Hanukkah honors Judah and his Maccabees who, back in 165BC, revolted against the ruling Greeks, who had all but outlawed Judaism. The Maccabees won and took back their temple. To rededicate it they needed to burn oil for eight days, but they had just one day's worth. In the miracle of Hanukkah it lasted eight.
Was this the Judah from the old testament as in the tribe of? Was it 165BC or 165AD? I have to study up since I don't know the time.
Thank you, Gloria--that was awfully thoughtful of you to look that up! I have a friend from my political group and his candlesticks in his menorah are little Maccabee soldiers!
Hey, where's our Paget? And I guess Hikergal has abandon us. I sure wish TexasTea, Roxe, 7Tex etc. would say hi....
That article was written by a Jewish lady to explain a little of the background of Hanukkah.
If my memory serves... it was the Maccabees who fought to defend their faith and were driven to a plateau where they refused to surrender and in the end went on a hunger strike. Many died from hunger, some threw themselves over the cliffs and only a few survived. Surely someone else who knows the history more than me can give a better account. I love that the candles represent little soldiers. Very special.
You beat me to it, Froggy. That would be Masada. 'Woogy's been there? Totally cool! And Gloria, that would be 165BC.
Froggy, I've been wondering about Roxe for awhile. The last time she posted, she sounded so ill. I was also a little confused as to who she was on the Connection. Did we know her there? Hikergal seems to only be posting there now and so is TexasTea. Haven't seen 7Tex post over there in quite awhile, so I don't know what's happening with her.
I was thinking Petra. I don't know enough history and geography. Does Masada have red rock formations and red soil? What does Masada mean? Woggy, what do you remember? A lot of times the ancient lands and places were renamed by the conquerors.
You're right, Gloria, about the name changes. I'm pretty sure you're also right about the red rock formations.
You know, my Roman Catholic husband actually knows more than I about Masada because he teaches about it in one of his history classes. He's got a video and a book that goes with it. I'll have to ask him where that book is tonight.
I have been looking around for more info. This subject interests me. I am looking for the final battle in which they were cornered and took refuge at the rock formation. Refusing to give up some starved and some threw themselves over the cliff to keep from being captured.
I think, like Phooey, I'll take some time off the computer, too.
ReplyDeleteOh dear. I thought you had been sounding a little down lately. Well, you take the time you need and know that you're loved and worried about. We'll be here waiting for you when you feel up to it again. Prayers abound. Don't doubt it for a second!
ReplyDeleteI'm still bothered over what Mrs. Cow said--and I know she wanted to hurt me so I'm sure she's happy tonight--but I'm not sure what to do with it.
ReplyDeleteThose are the ugliest words I've ever heard; I'm sure her and Gerty are having a great time over it. I'll bet they have less to say in Confession than anybody in their church simply because they feel so very, very justified and they're never sorry. 'Amends' is not in their vocabulary--and it won't ever be.
We always respected Mrs. Cow so much because of her great family... Well, nobody with a mouth like that has a great family. Nope. Isn't going to happen.
I know Phooey chides me for the way I feel and that's probably why he's not on the board today; I wish he'd understand. I never thought the Klatch was like that--I thought it would be special--but it truly is like every other message board, now. Mrs. Cow's even added the ubiquitous 'fuck you' you find everywhere else. Oh well, maybe she can tell you all more about her ironing board and that'll keep the worst of it at bay.
Thank you, Eva, for always being there for me. I'm far from perfect and have many faults--and still you're always here with a loving heart and an understanding ear. I love you--I do, you're a rare, rare frog!
I know how hurt you feel. I'll say extra prayers for you. Hope you can find a way to let the hurt go away so it doesn't affect your spirits or your physical body.
ReplyDeleteThat may sound cardboard, but I am beastly sick and can barely think. Much love and prayers are on your way.
Someone said (I can't remember who) that no matter what heights a person reaches, he'll always remember the bad things said about him. An actor can get an Academy Award for a movie that the world loves and which makes oodles of money and still he'll remember the one bad review it got.
ReplyDeleteIt's because deep down we all believe the bad stuff people say about us. We can't help it, I guess. It doesn't matter if it isn't true. Deep down, we wonder, "Maybe it is true." Once it has been said/written, it's out there and can't be taken back. Apologies help, but they can't erase what has been heard or read.
Phooey read what Mrs. Cow wrote to you and chided you? I'm not sure I understand (unless he means that you shouldn't take it so hard.) He loves you and wants you to look forward and not be hurt.
Try not to think too much about what Mrs. Cow & Gerty, et al are saying. You don't want to be a part of that group anyway.
Let's have our own group! We can be the "far from perfect many faults" group. Sounds like more fun to me :)
Surfie, you're sick? What happened? I'll bet you've been running around like crazy ever since you got to OKC and have forgotten to take care of yourself. Lots of stuff to do, I know, but go to bed and REST! Extra prayers for you, too.
ReplyDeleteNo, Eva, he just doesn't want me to respond in kind--and he's right (I just get frustrated because nobody ever says a word to them...)
ReplyDeleteSurfie, do you have the flu? Moving seems to have gotten you pounced on by all the local germs you'll have to get used to. I'll sure pray for you--and listen to Eva and GET TO BED!
P.S. Eva--I was so down tonight and 'Woggy walked in with with a Happy Hanukkah bag--and my first menorah!!! It's absolutely beautiful...simple and swirly elegant in silver and gold! She's such a doll!
ReplyDeleteAnd it certainly tells me that she celebrates my choice (that's good because I'm going to be dragging her to temple! LOL!) It's the most beautiful and touching gift I've ever gotten!
That's wonderful, Froggy! And 'Woggy, you couldn't have chosen a better time to give your sister this gift. You're both so lucky to have each other!
ReplyDeleteI have a little travel menorah that I take on trips with me when the holiday comes during Christmas. I've lit candles all up and down the east coast in past years. My in-laws have an old house, so I have to be very careful when I light them there. That reminds me. I haven't bought the candles yet. I'd better go write that on my list so I don't forget.
Goodnight and sleep tight. Don't worry about the other mishegas ;-)
Eva, I didn't forget the menorah candles. The menorah made my sister happy..more than happy. It brought back her beautiful spirit.
ReplyDeleteGoodnight all. Hope we are all here tomorrow. I love to read everyone's words when I come home.
Froggy, Today is a new day and a new year coming soon. Sounds like you have a lot of good advice and good wishes going on for you. Receive the blessings from those that care about you.
ReplyDeleteWe serve a God who loves each one of us more than we can ever know. The flip side of that is that is that the evil one delights in tearing us down by using the past. We can drag the past around like a ball and chain. I can only say from my past experience breaking free of the past is constant. Give it to God who can make all things new.
Surfie, get well fast. Sorry you are not feeling well.
I have to chime in to agree with Phooey and Eva. One of the hardest things for me to do is turn the other cheek (not respond in kind, not replay in my head what I'd LIKE to say in response, etc.).
ReplyDeleteI've learned that it only sucks the energy out of my mind and body. Generally, a black cloud settles over ME when I did nothing wrong! The Lord says something like: Vengeance is mine; I shall repay. So, I work like the dickens to let it go. Ain't easy sometimes.
Plus, I'm no angel. I've said unkind things in my life and sometimes didn't realize until years later how awful I was.
Anyway ... yes, I have the flu. It is rampant here in OKC. I've been running around like crazy trying to get things done. Today, I just have to stay in bed. Woke up feeling like I'd been beaten up with a hammer.
My sister just got over it. She brought me chicken soup, green tea, Emergen-C, Thera-Flu (hate that stuff but it helps me sleep) and boxes of Kleenex. This, too, shall pass. My hyper self hates having to stay in bed all day.
Have I rambled on enough? I'll shut up and see if I can get my sister's kitteh to snuggle up in bed with me. He's a beautiful black & white old man named Kitty!
Hanukka is the Festival of Lights and the menorhah represents the miracle of the lamp oil is that correct? I was wondering about the history of the festival.
ReplyDeleteI'm going to have to study up!
ReplyDeleteHey, here's the answer to my own question. From today's Relish magazine by Tamar Haspel. (Some yummy Hanukkah recipes.)
ReplyDeleteHanukkah honors Judah and his Maccabees who, back in 165BC, revolted against the ruling Greeks, who had all but outlawed Judaism. The Maccabees won and took back their temple. To rededicate it they needed to burn oil for eight days, but they had just one day's worth. In the miracle of Hanukkah it lasted eight.
Was this the Judah from the old testament as in the tribe of? Was it 165BC or 165AD? I have to study up since I don't know the time.
Happy Hanukkah.
Thank you, Gloria--that was awfully thoughtful of you to look that up! I have a friend from my political group and his candlesticks in his menorah are little Maccabee soldiers!
ReplyDeleteHey, where's our Paget? And I guess Hikergal has abandon us. I sure wish TexasTea, Roxe, 7Tex etc. would say hi....
That article was written by a Jewish lady to explain a little of the background of Hanukkah.
ReplyDeleteIf my memory serves... it was the Maccabees who fought to defend their faith and were driven to a plateau where they refused to surrender and in the end went on a hunger strike. Many died from hunger, some threw themselves over the cliffs and only a few survived. Surely someone else who knows the history more than me can give a better account. I love that the candles represent little soldiers. Very special.
Masada??? 'Woggy's been there!
ReplyDeleteYou beat me to it, Froggy. That would be Masada. 'Woogy's been there? Totally cool! And Gloria, that would be 165BC.
ReplyDeleteFroggy, I've been wondering about Roxe for awhile. The last time she posted, she sounded so ill. I was also a little confused as to who she was on the Connection. Did we know her there? Hikergal seems to only be posting there now and so is TexasTea. Haven't seen 7Tex post over there in quite awhile, so I don't know what's happening with her.
I was thinking Petra. I don't know enough history and geography. Does Masada have red rock formations and red soil? What does Masada mean? Woggy, what do you remember? A lot of times the ancient lands and places were renamed by the conquerors.
ReplyDeleteYou're right, Gloria, about the name changes. I'm pretty sure you're also right about the red rock formations.
ReplyDeleteYou know, my Roman Catholic husband actually knows more than I about Masada because he teaches about it in one of his history classes. He's got a video and a book that goes with it. I'll have to ask him where that book is tonight.
Gotta go. Boomer is yelling. I'll check in later.
I have been looking around for more info. This subject interests me. I am looking for the final battle in which they were cornered and took refuge at the rock formation. Refusing to give up some starved and some threw themselves over the cliff to keep from being captured.
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