hey folks.. i have been debating for some time about changing my surname.. as it stands, it's in its typical patriarchial form (my father's surname) and honestly, i'd like to change it to my mother's surname.. i would not deny that my father was my father, but i cannot say that he, or his family have been ever there for me.
my memories of them, for the most part are awful.. my mother is no angel, nor is she perfect, but i do have some connection to that side, and my grandmother (maternal) is my number 1 support person in the family.
when i think back at family that were there for me during rough times, it was relatives on my mom's side.
Ray...
I think it would be a nice way to honour your maternal side of the family. I too felt little connections with my dad growing up, but, we do now get along and I would much rather have his name than my ex's last name . IMO it's a terrific tribute to those who have supported you throughout your life.
Many Hugs To You!!
Dottie
well...as some of you already know, i have a pet bird (parakeet).
i adopted her several months ago from the toronto humane society.
she's come a long long ways since when i first got her.. when i first got her, she was terrified of people.. 3 months later, she now hops up on my finger, and will allow me to scratch her head and neck.
((((((((((Ray)))))))))))
You are so sweet !!! Methinks you should open up a "Bird Rescue" home *LOL* Seriously tho, I think it's great taking in the little darling. BTW...is Nihm from the movie "Secret of Nihm"? (very cool name )
Best of luck with your 2 babies!!
Many Hugs To You and Your "Tweets"
Dottie
i'm curious as to whether you've ever smoked.
i've never put a cigarette or any thing similar to my lips.
i've never had the desire.
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all you adults out there that are waiting as eagerly as your kids for the new harry potter book, make your predictions now.. like everyone else i know, i started reading the first book to my kids and couldn't put it down.
great books that i wish had been written when i was a kid.. but the books are written with a lot of parallels to other famous stories, like lord of the rings and star wars.. j k rowling was interviewed last night on bbc and discussed some of the things in the book, but the main thing was, is that she has killed off one of the main characters.
my guess is...albus dumbledore ( obi wan kenobi ) harry's mentor.. what do you think?
I was reading an article about how Rowling was crying after she had written when the character had been killed...I immediately thought of Hagrid cos he's so damn loveable...I'd hate to see Hagrid or any of the characters go but the storyline and time must continue...Parson me while I get ready to go line up to buy the new book *LOL*
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just a question to satisfy my own curiosity.... do atheists believe in christmas or easter???.
i always thought that real staunch atheists didn't because of the jesus involvement in these holidays....anyone know?
Just a question to satisfy my own curiosity...
Do Atheists believe in Christmas or Easter???
I always thought that real staunch Atheists didn't because of the Jesus involvement in these holidays....anyone know??
tomorrow anthony graduates...i guess i'm just numb and then he leaves june 11.
last night i kept having flashes of him as a little boy.
ahhh shit just thought i'd let you know
((((((((((Sheila)))))))))))))
Congrats to your graduate! I'm sure tho regardless of his choices in life that he will always do you and Thunder both proud. I'm sure that he will always be your little baby boy and there's nothing wrong with that. I know that my parents still see me as their little girl, even tho I'm grown now. You are a great mom and a great auntie as well
Many Hugs & Much Love to You!!!!!!
Dottie
i come to you with a heavy heart and tears in my eyes.
tuesday 27th may 2003 at 12.30 am, i misscarried my first baby.
i was 9 weeks pregnant.
(((((((kelpie & rick))))))))))
My heartfelt sympathies go out to you during this difficult times.
Many Hugs & Much Love to You Both
Dottie
yesterday was kind of a bummer of a day.
the sky was gray and it rained all friggin day.
i had 2 jobs scheduled and neither went as expected.
((((((((((Thunder&Sheila))))))))))))
You two positively rock. I love talking to you both and you guys are never short of advice when I need it. That's why I lovingly refer to you two as my cool aunt and uncle I love both of you like family and I can't wait to see you both in July at Green Bay.
Many Hugs & Much Love to You Both!!!!!!
Dottie...of the adoptive niece to Sheila & Thunder class
do you smoke?.
would you live with a smoker, if you are non smoker?
i wouldn't be able to smell cigarette smoke at home nor in my car.
I started smoking at 15, then quit at 24. This past January I started again after 4 years. I can make a lame excuse like it was stress due to school or a failing marriage, but all in all I think I just missed it. I am smoking regularly now, and I am enjoying it and will quit when I'm ready
Dottie
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most jws can't say "god bless you" or "bless you" when someone sneezes for fear of blessing someone with the wrong god.. now that you are out, do you have the nerve to say it?.
yizuman.
To quote an episode of Seinfeld...
"You're ssssoooooo good lookin "
