Shouldn't that be [hiccup]

Just kidding.

I want to have a shirt made up that says:

Donate.
We were created recyclable for a reason.

And:

Proverbs 31 Woman

"Meet me behind the outcrop, baby. I'm a little boulder there." (My favorite geology t-shirt from back when I was in college.)

SS, I'll take some of those peanuts. And share my orange.

Weaver, I want to hear your story about P and her step-mom. Oh, and that writing the Golden Rule thing? I'm keeping that one, too! Just as soon as DD learns to write.... <img src="/ubbt/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Today we had DD's teacher conference for preschool. All the usual "she's a pleasure to have in class" stuff. It's nice to hear, and yet, I sometimes wish they'd find something to criticize so that I know they're serious. Ah, well. DD is indeed a pleasure. When she's not a little monster.

(She's decided that she gets to read a book in bed instead of taking her naps. Which is fine with me, but heaven help us when she realizes she can do that at bedtime, too! Help, she's just like me!)

How about: "Come up 2 the outcrop with me, baby, and we'll knock off a piece."

Or not... <img src="/ubbt/images/graemlins/eek.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbt/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

-ol' 2long

Being able to raise children and teach them (and be taught by them) is such a wonderful thing.

Difficult, but wonderful.

As far as outcrops go -

Someone told me (when I was about 18) a sure fire way to get most girls to accept a kiss.

When talking to a girl, or group of girls, you tell them "I can help you so you won't be so shy."

If any express interest (and many did) you tell them to "com here, and I'll show you."

When she approaches, you put your hands on her shoulders, then on the back of her neck, and kiss her soundly. After all, she wanted to know, and she came to you.

I tried it once on a girl I thought was cute. She came willingly, and I put my hands on her shoulders, and I drew her close, and she seemed to know what was coming, because she shut her eyes. Then I realized that I was playing with emotions I had no right to play with. I am sure the thoughts took only a second or so, but I couldn't do it - it just didn't seem right. I waited until she opened her eyes, and asked her if it helped. (I never did kiss her) She assured me that it had helped.

I never tried it again.


When I got to know the girl who is now my W, and we became close, I did share kisses with her, but it seemed to be OK at that point, the bond was there.

I laugh when I read those t-shirts. However, I still wonder how our society can take something so special, and sacred, and make it seem so common and ordinary. I admit I don't understand a lot of things.

I suppose that physically, it is common and ordinary. However, spiritually, and emotionally it is not, and for me it never will be.

I hope when this is read, it isn't taken to mean any one offended me, that' is not the case. I also hope that I I don't offend - I would never do so on purpose.

Thanks for the orange J, I needed that.

Walnuts today - and a few cashews. Be my guest.

I hope everyone is well today. I enjoy reading what you write, even if I don't always comment.

2long - I am supposed be taking a group of scouts on a camping trip Aug 2, 3, 4. Brianhead Peak, Panguitch lake. I may miss you then too. "Busy" is good in some ways, but not in others.

SS

SS:

There are a whole lot of T-shirt and stumper bicker slogans that I've chortled over, but never worn.

As I was reading your story above, I was starting 2 formulate a snappy retort, but then you 2k the wind out of those particular sails.

But you did it right.

I remember being similarly "helpful" 2 purdy chicks in my teenage years. I was wiser then than I am now, in some ways. Or maybe I don't give myself enough credit now, possibly still affected by the events of recent years.

-ol' 2long

I wish that I had been more like you when I was younger, SS. It would have saved me, and many others, quite a bit of pain and unpleasantness. ("Younger" means until I was 35 years old. *sigh*)

Now I have popcorn and chocolate pudding with banana in it. Yes, both, but the popcorn is unadulterated and the pudding is sugar-free fat-free. All in all, not very many calories for things that taste very decadent indeed. I like that, and tonight I don't mind doing a little mood altering with my food. DD's young friend created a wide swath of chaos through the house tonight and I'm still recovering.

Not me, J. I swim a mile every day and reward myself with butter butter butter!

Munching on a stick of premium WI unsalted right now. Delicious!

Only foolin'.

GC

2L - I like it when the "Chrichuns" and the "Heathun" can play together. Some don't get it, though, eh? (referencing another thread....)(no inference intended...)

I like the shirts and stickers you are all citing. This one made me laugh - "In case of rapture - can I have your car?" (I know - this is a geologically inclined conversation and i am breaking the stride...)



I had a kid that worked for me whose dad was a rocket scientist. I think he was an engineer for Apollo 13.

Speaking of Apollo - 2long - you went and got me addicted. You mentioned BSG earlier. I went, based on your comment, and watched 1x01 - the first episode after the miniseries. I have been an addict since then (only 3 or 4 weeks). I am up to 3x04. (I watched it for 8 hours straight on Easter!) I LOVE that show! thanks a lot!!

Ya'll have a good eve-nin!

far

(((Weaver))) - sorry your daughter is giving you grief at the moment. However, I do hope her claim that the other kid was a bully has been investigated. There's no smoke without fire!

Thank heaven for great genes!

I went to the dentist today after not going for 5 years. Nearly NO plaque...top it off...not a cavity to be found!!!!!!!!

I'd like to thank my mom and dad....and I really hope that good, strong teeth is a dominate trait.

Kimmy - I absolutely hate the dentist. I'm scared ....



of the bill!

That's why I waited so long. I've got insurance now!

GC: Mmmmmm. Butter. <img src="/ubbt/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

When I was a teenager, I would make rice or noodles just so I could put lots of butter on it. Sad to say, I was a pudgy thing then -- and it's lasted 'til now, mostly.

But I've lost ten pounds since New Year's, so that's a good thing. Now I'm on a plateau, but I expect I'll come off of it now that my family is done with their visit.

Butter is good on pancakes too. <img src="/ubbt/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

I was in a kind of an introspective mood yesterday. Usually I stay away from stories like that. Not sure what brings on those moods.


KIDS, AND FIGHTS
I have a story about that too - but I don't know.....

I enjoy reading everyone's comments, thanks so much for sharing.

SS

Butter isn't good for burns, though.

Hey, it's May!

I wonder if those VW 4x4 Vanagon guys are going 2 have one of their "Syncro de Mayo" gatherings this month?

-ol' 2long
P.S. Yes, I only posted this because I liked the play on words.

This destroys my "anonymity" completely.

http://www.minneapoliscast.com

GC

Oh my god, Beth! They know who you are now! <img src="/ubbt/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Ac2ally, not completely. You didn't post your MB login name on that site, did you?

-ol' 2long

Who are "they"?

I hear rustling out there in the underbrush. Just beyond the firelight. Is that they?

But then, I always hear rustling out there.

And sometimes voices. Strange voices.