Good morning, all! I was glad to hear you & 'Wog have some nice neighbors, Froggy. I was talking to my friend, Steve, yesterday about how hard it is to make friends after a certain age. Acquaintances, sure, but friends don't seem to come easily.
Steve, by the way, is returning to Los Angeles after a year in North Carolina. He just can't get used to non-city life. I'm not sure why he wants to trek all the way back to L.A. and I hope he doesn't get into more financial trouble. I can't believe he's moving back just when we're moving East!
We don't have much planned this weekend except for boxing up stuff. I'm going to try and get a date certain out of Joe. So far, we've been giving out vague references to "the end of the summer". Our rental house isn't ready until Sept. 15th and I'd really like to schedule everything for after Labor Day. Prices drop then.
Good morning folks. Pretty and peaceful picture. Good start to the weekend. We could actually get a sunnt day today.
Eva, when my brother and SIL moved here from Minnesota they hired a moving company. When they unpacked boxes from the moving van into their new home they found the movers had packed the trash cans that were full of trash too.
I don't understand why the IRS has time to harass tea party groups and ignore real issues like this. Congress wants to give green cards to illeagls that have not committed crimes. To me this is criminal.
Good morning! What a great picture! I want to step over that missing plank then take a run and jump into the water. Sweet, sweet summertime!
Deer Froggers, I now have a sister problem. When things are going her way and people are living their lives the way she thinks they ought, she is warm and loving and charming and a joy to be with. Step outside her "how you ought to be" box, and there is hell to pay. I've lived half a country away from her most of our adult lives and, being with her only one week a year, never realized the control (and other) issues she has. I only saw the joy to be with side of her.
I got a txt from her last night (she was most certainly drunk at the time) saying we need to have a talk about our relationship problems. I called her back and it went to voicemail. The problems she has with me might seem petty, but she has deep problems under that surface.
I'm arrogant to be my age (59 on 9/14), have a short haircut like someone in their 20's, won't color my gray hair, and don't wear enough make-up. "You are never going to find a job if you don't grow up." Well, you know how my job hunting turned out. Still harping about my looks.
She drinks 6 beers a day (according to her husband) and is obese. My beautiful sister looks like hell, yet she shames her husband in front of everyone because he has a little paunch (he's 60).
In big gatherings of family/friends, out of the blue she sticks her fingers in someone's face and yells "you need to ...." Her husband says he's going to bite that finger off one day.
I know what prompted the txt last night. Our brother and SIL bought a new house with a swimming pool. Sis has always been the only one with a pool, so everyone was at her house on summer Sundays. After my hair appt. today, I'm going to bro's house for a swim. Sis is livid. Hey, she only wants people at her house on Sunday afternoons. Told you it was petty. Swimming pool jealousy.
The 1st thing was a few months after I moved home. Took a couple days off work to change voter registration, car tags, etc. Sis called my office and asked for me. The receptionist recognized the voice (she's my friend Karen's daughter), told the caller that I was not in and asked if she could take a message. Sis hung up. Couple of hours later, she showed up at my door. Came in saying she knew I had been fired because of my appearance or because I don't behave like normal people in Oklahoma behave. I picked up the phone and told her to call my office, ask for my boss, ask if I had been fired. She refused. Long story short, I wound up opening my door and telling her to leave.
Sigh. Please pray for my little sister. Her name is Teresa.
Hope this doesn't ruin your Saturday. It's not going to ruin mine! I'm getting my hair cut (yes, short and keeping the grey), running my errands, and going for a swim at my big brother's new house!
Update. After my hair is done, I'm not going to our brother's for a swim. I'm going to my sister's house for the "talk" she wants. It will be tedious. Please say an extra special prayer for us. I want my sister back!
Surfie, I always whished for a sister. Hope you can work things out. How can kids from the same litter be so different? Sounds like she has some un resolved issues from growing up.
My two brothers both now live in Washington. One is 10 miles away and the other lives 40 miles away. Our lives and families are so different that we don't have to much in common anymore.
I'm sorry, Surfie. Both our hair is graying, it's short, we're both overweight, and we don't really give a damn. I took off the make up years ago; Sissy likes a little eyebrow pencil and I'll pencil in a little too and some lip color--and that's it. After being so sick those 2 years where I almost died--Sissy saved my life 2-3 times--we learned about what was really important and we rarely, rarely fight or fuss. I've been driving her nuts this week because I've been nutty this week, but now that should be helped, we're just fine. We love each other so much there's just not room for any snatting--I'd rather see her happy. Surfie, I hope your Sis finds her way back. I'll sure pray for you two. I think you're great ;-)
Oh Surfie, I feel for you. I know what you mean by saying the problems sound petty. Sometimes as I would start to type what was going on with my sister, I'd just think, "Oh, this is too ridiculous to tell anyone about," and I'd erase it. It may sound petty, but it isn't. Sister relationships are so complex. There is always competition (from one side, mainly). Just to let you know, don't be upset if you can't straighten things out. I tried to, but I couldn't undo all the previous years of bitterness. Good luck and of course, you have my prayers.
Surfie; so sorry to hear this. :( Sister relationships can be so complicated! I have two sisters and I know this to be true. I love them dearly, but we are all so different from each other. I hope your talk with Teresa was helpful. I will pray for you both.
Thank you, Pond sisters and brother. After my hair cut yesterday (it's fabulous!), called my sis. She was Joy To Be Around on the phone. Said she couldn't get together after all. Told her I'd call this morning. Who knows which side of her personality will answer the phone.
There is something deeply troubling her. I believe she medicates it with copious amounts of beer and by being hyper critical of others. For the life of me, I don't know what is buried underneath it all. If we get together today, I'm determined to listen to whatever crap she has to say AND remain calm, honest with love and kindness. Please keep us in the prayer circle.
About girlie stuff: You know I'm nearly 59. I really don't want to look like a young woman. I think women my age who try to appear younger in their hair, makeup and clothing look ridiculous. When I have a tan, all I wear is a little lip gloss and mascara (unless I'm having a bad allergy day). In winter, a little foundation with blush and lip gloss.
I have zero interest in piling on makeup so that my eyes look like a raccoon.
Good morning, Froggers!
ReplyDeleteGood morning, all! I was glad to hear you & 'Wog have some nice neighbors, Froggy. I was talking to my friend, Steve, yesterday about how hard it is to make friends after a certain age. Acquaintances, sure, but friends don't seem to come easily.
ReplyDeleteSteve, by the way, is returning to Los Angeles after a year in North Carolina. He just can't get used to non-city life. I'm not sure why he wants to trek all the way back to L.A. and I hope he doesn't get into more financial trouble. I can't believe he's moving back just when we're moving East!
We don't have much planned this weekend except for boxing up stuff. I'm going to try and get a date certain out of Joe. So far, we've been giving out vague references to "the end of the summer". Our rental house isn't ready until Sept. 15th and I'd really like to schedule everything for after Labor Day. Prices drop then.
Everyone have a beautiful and restful day!
Good morning folks. Pretty and peaceful picture. Good start to the weekend. We could actually get a sunnt day today.
ReplyDeleteEva, when my brother and SIL moved here from Minnesota they hired a moving company. When they unpacked boxes from the moving van into their new home they found the movers had packed the trash cans that were full of trash too.
Here is an article about the IRS that set my hair on fire.
ReplyDeletehttp://cnsnews.com/news/article/irs-sent-46378040-refunds-23994-unauthorized-aliens-1-atlanta-address
I don't understand why the IRS has time to harass tea party groups and ignore real issues like this. Congress wants to give green cards to illeagls that have not committed crimes. To me this is criminal.
Good morning! What a great picture! I want to step over that missing plank then take a run and jump into the water. Sweet, sweet summertime!
ReplyDeleteDeer Froggers, I now have a sister problem. When things are going her way and people are living their lives the way she thinks they ought, she is warm and loving and charming and a joy to be with. Step outside her "how you ought to be" box, and there is hell to pay. I've lived half a country away from her most of our adult lives and, being with her only one week a year, never realized the control (and other) issues she has. I only saw the joy to be with side of her.
I got a txt from her last night (she was most certainly drunk at the time) saying we need to have a talk about our relationship problems. I called her back and it went to voicemail. The problems she has with me might seem petty, but she has deep problems under that surface.
I'm arrogant to be my age (59 on 9/14), have a short haircut like someone in their 20's, won't color my gray hair, and don't wear enough make-up. "You are never going to find a job if you don't grow up." Well, you know how my job hunting turned out. Still harping about my looks.
She drinks 6 beers a day (according to her husband) and is obese. My beautiful sister looks like hell, yet she shames her husband in front of everyone because he has a little paunch (he's 60).
In big gatherings of family/friends, out of the blue she sticks her fingers in someone's face and yells "you need to ...." Her husband says he's going to bite that finger off one day.
I know what prompted the txt last night. Our brother and SIL bought a new house with a swimming pool. Sis has always been the only one with a pool, so everyone was at her house on summer Sundays. After my hair appt. today, I'm going to bro's house for a swim. Sis is livid. Hey, she only wants people at her house on Sunday afternoons. Told you it was petty. Swimming pool jealousy.
The 1st thing was a few months after I moved home. Took a couple days off work to change voter registration, car tags, etc. Sis called my office and asked for me. The receptionist recognized the voice (she's my friend Karen's daughter), told the caller that I was not in and asked if she could take a message. Sis hung up. Couple of hours later, she showed up at my door. Came in saying she knew I had been fired because of my appearance or because I don't behave like normal people in Oklahoma behave. I picked up the phone and told her to call my office, ask for my boss, ask if I had been fired. She refused. Long story short, I wound up opening my door and telling her to leave.
Sigh. Please pray for my little sister. Her name is Teresa.
Hope this doesn't ruin your Saturday. It's not going to ruin mine! I'm getting my hair cut (yes, short and keeping the grey), running my errands, and going for a swim at my big brother's new house!
Update. After my hair is done, I'm not going to our brother's for a swim. I'm going to my sister's house for the "talk" she wants. It will be tedious. Please say an extra special prayer for us. I want my sister back!
DeleteSurfie, I always whished for a sister. Hope you can work things out. How can kids from the same litter be so different? Sounds like she has some un resolved issues from growing up.
DeleteMy two brothers both now live in Washington. One is 10 miles away and the other lives 40 miles away. Our lives and families are so different that we don't have to much in common anymore.
I'm sorry, Surfie. Both our hair is graying, it's short, we're both overweight, and we don't really give a damn. I took off the make up years ago; Sissy likes a little eyebrow pencil and I'll pencil in a little too and some lip color--and that's it. After being so sick those 2 years where I almost died--Sissy saved my life 2-3 times--we learned about what was really important and we rarely, rarely fight or fuss. I've been driving her nuts this week because I've been nutty this week, but now that should be helped, we're just fine. We love each other so much there's just not room for any snatting--I'd rather see her happy. Surfie, I hope your Sis finds her way back. I'll sure pray for you two. I think you're great ;-)
DeleteFroggy, you are such a sweetie.
DeleteOh Surfie, I feel for you. I know what you mean by saying the problems sound petty. Sometimes as I would start to type what was going on with my sister, I'd just think, "Oh, this is too ridiculous to tell anyone about," and I'd erase it. It may sound petty, but it isn't. Sister relationships are so complex. There is always competition (from one side, mainly). Just to let you know, don't be upset if you can't straighten things out. I tried to, but I couldn't undo all the previous years of bitterness. Good luck and of course, you have my prayers.
DeleteSurfie; so sorry to hear this. :( Sister relationships can be so complicated! I have two sisters and I know this to be true. I love them dearly, but we are all so different from each other. I hope your talk with Teresa was helpful. I will pray for you both.
DeleteHello to our Ponders,
ReplyDeleteOur Family has so much news today. We are hot today, so will change into shorts and come back to Pond. I'll be back soon.
I love my Frog sisters and will not forget you in prayer. Another circle forms around Surfie.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Pond sisters and brother. After my hair cut yesterday (it's fabulous!), called my sis. She was Joy To Be Around on the phone. Said she couldn't get together after all. Told her I'd call this morning. Who knows which side of her personality will answer the phone.
ReplyDeleteThere is something deeply troubling her. I believe she medicates it with copious amounts of beer and by being hyper critical of others. For the life of me, I don't know what is buried underneath it all. If we get together today, I'm determined to listen to whatever crap she has to say AND remain calm, honest with love and kindness. Please keep us in the prayer circle.
About girlie stuff: You know I'm nearly 59. I really don't want to look like a young woman. I think women my age who try to appear younger in their hair, makeup and clothing look ridiculous. When I have a tan, all I wear is a little lip gloss and mascara (unless I'm having a bad allergy day). In winter, a little foundation with blush and lip gloss.
I have zero interest in piling on makeup so that my eyes look like a raccoon.
Thanks again for your kind words and prayers.