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  What Craft Or Hobby Keeps YOU busy?

  by Sunspot in

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  as long as i can recall, i have always had at least three craft or needlework "projects" going at one time!

  i have had a few "unproductive years" due to two strokes that affected my right side and the use of my fingers.

  i tried a few things and then put them down in desperation.. recently i picked up a crochet hook again determined to figure out a way to get things working again.....and it is slow and very awkward but i can still crochet!.

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  wanted to add :

  I am really happy for you Sunspot... that you are again able to do something that you enjoy...

  Also... lol... you have "Inspired"...me... now I must go dig around in all my old yarn baskets and see what I can find..

  Cas
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  What Craft Or Hobby Keeps YOU busy?

  by Sunspot in

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  2. friends

  as long as i can recall, i have always had at least three craft or needlework "projects" going at one time!

  i have had a few "unproductive years" due to two strokes that affected my right side and the use of my fingers.

  i tried a few things and then put them down in desperation.. recently i picked up a crochet hook again determined to figure out a way to get things working again.....and it is slow and very awkward but i can still crochet!.

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  Just about any needle work... I have knitted several baby sets (sweater, hat & booties). Crocheted several baby blankets. I really liked cross stitching, but it got to be too much for my eyes.

  When I was a jw... I used to sew, made some really cute dresses for my girls and myself.... got over that tho... lol.

  I also love indoor houseplants, the kind that don't scream constantly for water... altho, I did grow some African Violets from seed one time. Was awesome, as the seeds were smaller than a grain of salt. Used a grow light system. Brought 40 plants to flower.

  Most of my plants now are "Caudex" ones. The kinds with the large knarly trunks, the uglier the better. Kinda look like Bonsai, without all the work. Really want to have a "Green House" some day.

  I do charcole drawings, took some lessons. Would love to take oil painting lessons, if such were to ever be available in this small hick town...!

  Now, I mostly read, take care of my pets & plants.

  Cas
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  Morning Joe (msnbc) just scared me! Age 107 WWI vet on tv! with Bush!!

  by oompa in

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  he is the very last wwi vet.

  frank woodruf buckles met in person with gw bush in the white house yesterday!!!

  the guy did not look a day over 85...serioulsy.

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  Happy Birthday, Oompa...!!!
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  What Will Your Children Be Doing April 25, 2008?

  by freydi in

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  what will your children be doing april 25, 2008?

  http://www.standfirminfaith.com/index.php/site/article/ .

  "the gay straight alliance is sponsoring its annual day of silence on april 25, 2008, at public schools and colleges across the country.

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  Real One...........

  You are right, "IF" you believe the bible... we are "All" sinners, as such, you are no better than anyone else. If there is a God, he will do the judging, NOT you, or any other human being..

  You are "Really" wearing this subject out.........

  Cas
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  Bird Owners: Avian Roll Call

  by RAYZORBLADE in

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  time to let our feathered friends get some notice here.. for those of you avian lovers/bird owners - what kind of bird do you own?.

  i should re-word it, because they seem to 'own' us.. i have 3 birds: 1 female cockatiel (a rescued footless darling) called, nimh; 2 female budgies (1 rescued) named, baby and blue.

  2 years ago you may remember i had a budgie named: busy.

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  trying again...
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  My first You Tube video. Daughter and Bird

  by horrible life in

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  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soiyatyavak.

  my first upload on you tube.

  my daughter and her bird.

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  Awwww, HL

  That was "Adorable"...!!! I agree with above, Your daughter is Beautiful...!!

  Cas
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  Bird Owners: Avian Roll Call

  by RAYZORBLADE in

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  time to let our feathered friends get some notice here.. for those of you avian lovers/bird owners - what kind of bird do you own?.

  i should re-word it, because they seem to 'own' us.. i have 3 birds: 1 female cockatiel (a rescued footless darling) called, nimh; 2 female budgies (1 rescued) named, baby and blue.

  2 years ago you may remember i had a budgie named: busy.

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  Hey DoomVoyager,

  I had no idea what a Black Headed Caique looked like, so I googled it. That is a beautiful bird. Have you had him long..? Does he talk.

  As you can see above, my pictures above have disappeared.. ugh. I have a terrible time with pics here. May try again.

  You don't sound like a "Crazy Bird Guy"...lol. I totally understand how they can and do become our friends and fill a need in our lives. Enjoy...!!!!

  Cas
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  What Will Your Children Be Doing April 25, 2008?

  by freydi in

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  what will your children be doing april 25, 2008?

  http://www.standfirminfaith.com/index.php/site/article/ .

  "the gay straight alliance is sponsoring its annual day of silence on april 25, 2008, at public schools and colleges across the country.

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  Both of my girls are adults, and each have gay friends whom they treat no different than anyone else. I tried to instill in both of them, as they were growing up, that any form of discrimination is wrong.

  I feel that I accomplished that. Their friends have been in my home, I found them to be wonderful, loving people.

  It's my view that people are people no matter what, and everyone has the right to live their lives as they see fit.

  Cas
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  Is my JWD addiction healthy?

  by Princess Daisy Boo in

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  when i switch on my laptop at home, the first site i go to is jwd.

  when i get into work, i make myself a coffee and go back to my desk and check out jwd.

  sometimes, when i am standing in a queue or waiting for someone and i am not near either of my computers, i will browse on my cell phone.

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  Good to know, I also, am not alone.

  I have been reading this board almost daily since "IT BEGAN". I have watched people come and go over the years. It changes all the time. I think that makes it interesting.

  Also sharing with like minded people. Like was mentioned above, NO one understands, unless they have been there. My Husband has never been a JW, and tries so hard to get it... but, it just isn't the same.

  I have had my reasons for not posting very much... but that is getting better all the time.

  Journey-on... I totally agree with you...

  Cas
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  Rest in Peace My Friend (For Ricki)

  by LouBelle in

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  this has been a bit of a tough week.

  yesturday i learnt about the death of my friend ricki - he was only 22. i was totally shocked and still can't believe it - i just saw him on friday (he died on sunday).

  the reason for his death - drug overdose.

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  So sorry to hear of your loss,

  Cas