Saturday, August 30, 2008
AND THEY ARE OFF...
And not to a very good start. VT and MICHIGAN both lose, but WV won!! TN plays Monday night so will have to see how my record looks after that....
Friday, August 29, 2008
Thursday, August 28, 2008
FALL-ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL!
The rain has come back to Virginia!! And boy have we needed it!! I can almost see the grass getting greener.
Along with the rain this week, comes college football!!!!! On Sat. VA TECH will be in CHARLOTTE, NC to play EAST CAROLINA, WVU host VILLANOVA, and MICHIGAN will host UTAH! The UNIVERSITY OF TENN begins SEPT 1 at UCLA! WOW!! Can I wait!!?? I guess I have to!! Actually, there are some games on tonight on ESPN. And yes, the chili beans are on the stove!!!
I might have to skip BARACK'S speech for football!!!!! I have to admit I have been watching the DNC this week, only to know my enemies!! I haven't heard anything to make me want to vote for the democrats, not that I would, but I am beginning to believe it isn't so much people are voting for the democrats, they are tired of the republicans and THINK the democrats will do a better job, so they will be voting out the republicans not voting in the democrats. Well, I know it has already been decided by God who will be leading our country, and I pray those who don't or haven't supported Bush will be able to support the new president and will pray for him. I wonder if all who think Bush has done a terrible job, and will be glad to see him go, have held him up in their prayers, or are they just happy to slander him.
Along with the rain this week, comes college football!!!!! On Sat. VA TECH will be in CHARLOTTE, NC to play EAST CAROLINA, WVU host VILLANOVA, and MICHIGAN will host UTAH! The UNIVERSITY OF TENN begins SEPT 1 at UCLA! WOW!! Can I wait!!?? I guess I have to!! Actually, there are some games on tonight on ESPN. And yes, the chili beans are on the stove!!!
I might have to skip BARACK'S speech for football!!!!! I have to admit I have been watching the DNC this week, only to know my enemies!! I haven't heard anything to make me want to vote for the democrats, not that I would, but I am beginning to believe it isn't so much people are voting for the democrats, they are tired of the republicans and THINK the democrats will do a better job, so they will be voting out the republicans not voting in the democrats. Well, I know it has already been decided by God who will be leading our country, and I pray those who don't or haven't supported Bush will be able to support the new president and will pray for him. I wonder if all who think Bush has done a terrible job, and will be glad to see him go, have held him up in their prayers, or are they just happy to slander him.
Monday, August 18, 2008
Saturday, August 16, 2008
OLYMPICS AND SO MUCH MORE
What a fun filled week in olympics!! I have stayed up late watching swimming and gymnastics. Are those American athletes awesome, or what?? Michael Phelps is incredible in that swimming pool. And for those of you who may not know or care to know, he did his college swimming at, yes, the UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN!!!!!!!!!! Now, that is what GO BLUE means!!!
Also this week, I created a page on FACEBOOK. I guess I didn't think MYSPACE and a blog were enough..HA!!!!! But also found lots of people on FACEBOOK and have several friends added to my page.
And if that wasn't enough, it was time for me to upgrade my cell phone. Every 2 years when my contract comes due with VERIZON, I make a decision to upgrade my phone. This time I went with the maroon LG en2. It opens to a full keyboard which makes it easy for me to text. I still have several things to figure out about it, but I had 2 library books to read, so a how to booklet was not high on my list of to do this week!!!!!!
Tonight we go on the VIRGINIA DARE. We are doing this with the AEP RETIREE/VETERAN Association. Veterans are anyone who has 20 years of service with AEP. We went with this group to see a play about ELVIS at Mill Mountain Playhouse last month. They have monthly activites as well as a monthly breakfast. Donnie has been to one of the breakfasts. They have several trips planned which we won't be going to, but looks like a luncheon in November and a Christmas party at the HOTEL ROANOKE in December.
The sad part of our week was attending a graveside service. It was for Jim Sullivan, a 57 year old employee of AEP, who died from pancreatic cancer. He was Labor Relations Manager in Columbus. He and Donnie worked together and he was in Donnie's office nearly everyday. He was in our home several times for meals and even a VT football game with his son Bryce. He is from Roanoke, graduated from WILLIAM FLEMING(class of '69) , as did Donnie('66) and I('68). He was also a VT graduate. This dreaded disease took another friend.
Also this week, I created a page on FACEBOOK. I guess I didn't think MYSPACE and a blog were enough..HA!!!!! But also found lots of people on FACEBOOK and have several friends added to my page.
And if that wasn't enough, it was time for me to upgrade my cell phone. Every 2 years when my contract comes due with VERIZON, I make a decision to upgrade my phone. This time I went with the maroon LG en2. It opens to a full keyboard which makes it easy for me to text. I still have several things to figure out about it, but I had 2 library books to read, so a how to booklet was not high on my list of to do this week!!!!!!
Tonight we go on the VIRGINIA DARE. We are doing this with the AEP RETIREE/VETERAN Association. Veterans are anyone who has 20 years of service with AEP. We went with this group to see a play about ELVIS at Mill Mountain Playhouse last month. They have monthly activites as well as a monthly breakfast. Donnie has been to one of the breakfasts. They have several trips planned which we won't be going to, but looks like a luncheon in November and a Christmas party at the HOTEL ROANOKE in December.
The sad part of our week was attending a graveside service. It was for Jim Sullivan, a 57 year old employee of AEP, who died from pancreatic cancer. He was Labor Relations Manager in Columbus. He and Donnie worked together and he was in Donnie's office nearly everyday. He was in our home several times for meals and even a VT football game with his son Bryce. He is from Roanoke, graduated from WILLIAM FLEMING(class of '69) , as did Donnie('66) and I('68). He was also a VT graduate. This dreaded disease took another friend.
Monday, August 4, 2008
SUMMERTIME...AND THE LIVING IS EASY
Of course, it is also, hot hot hot!! We have seen several days in the 90's and more to come this week! Although we have had a couple of days at the lake on the boat keeping cool, most days we are in the air conditioning in the house! I used to think winter was when we hybernate, but I think it is summer. I close all my blinds, trying to keep the hot sun out, and open them wide in the winter trying to let the warmth in!!
With not a lot to do, unless I choice to, reading, as always is one of my choices of entertainment in summer. Haven't done as much this year as I have in past summers, Donnie and I have been watching shows we TIVO. We also watched season one of NCIS. Although we have watched it from the beginning it is fun to watch the series as they start. No wonder these videos are so popular in stores. We have season 2 of JAG, still trying to find season one.
Also, I am glad THE CLOSER is back for the summer. I have enjoyed watching this series since it started several years ago. I found out this year you can purchase the TOTE BAG she carries on QVC.!! I have been tempted, but haven't ordered it yet!! I watched DESIGN STAR and Food Network's the Next Food network Star. I liked who America picked for Design Star, I didn't like who was chosen for Food Network.
Last week I watched a show on ABC Thursday night called HOPKINS. It takes place at JOHN HOPKINS in Baltimore. It follows REAL doctors and their cases. Since last week was week 6 of a 7 week run, I had missed several. Most of you know I have had several medical "events" and for whatever reason I am attracked to these kinds of shows. Yesterday, I found HOPKINS online and caught up on the series. I found watching TV shows on the ole laptop most relaxing, you breeze throught the 30 sec. commercials and watch the shows in under 45 minutes. This show has lung transplants, heart transplants and brain surgeries. It is not for the weak stomach as they show some of the surgeries on air.
Well, as you can see, I am enjoying a laid back summer, trying to stay cool and loving our fresh tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers.
LIFE IS GOOD IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA!!!
With not a lot to do, unless I choice to, reading, as always is one of my choices of entertainment in summer. Haven't done as much this year as I have in past summers, Donnie and I have been watching shows we TIVO. We also watched season one of NCIS. Although we have watched it from the beginning it is fun to watch the series as they start. No wonder these videos are so popular in stores. We have season 2 of JAG, still trying to find season one.
Also, I am glad THE CLOSER is back for the summer. I have enjoyed watching this series since it started several years ago. I found out this year you can purchase the TOTE BAG she carries on QVC.!! I have been tempted, but haven't ordered it yet!! I watched DESIGN STAR and Food Network's the Next Food network Star. I liked who America picked for Design Star, I didn't like who was chosen for Food Network.
Last week I watched a show on ABC Thursday night called HOPKINS. It takes place at JOHN HOPKINS in Baltimore. It follows REAL doctors and their cases. Since last week was week 6 of a 7 week run, I had missed several. Most of you know I have had several medical "events" and for whatever reason I am attracked to these kinds of shows. Yesterday, I found HOPKINS online and caught up on the series. I found watching TV shows on the ole laptop most relaxing, you breeze throught the 30 sec. commercials and watch the shows in under 45 minutes. This show has lung transplants, heart transplants and brain surgeries. It is not for the weak stomach as they show some of the surgeries on air.
Well, as you can see, I am enjoying a laid back summer, trying to stay cool and loving our fresh tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers.
LIFE IS GOOD IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA!!!
Friday, August 1, 2008
THROUGH THE YEARS
Today we celebrate our 38th wedding anniversary. Time surely does fly! Congratulations to Cris and Steve on their anniversary as well, and Happy Birthday to Stephanie!!!
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
CHRISTIAN THE LION
In case you didn't see this on the TODAY SHOW or the VIEW. This is awesome. Actually took place in the 70's.
Don't forget about the playlist at the bottom..pause it to listen to music.
Don't forget about the playlist at the bottom..pause it to listen to music.
Monday, July 21, 2008
I'VE JUST SEEN JESUS
Most of you know I am a fan of southern gospel music. This is one of my favorites that is performed at one of the Gaither concerts. It is sung by Larnelle Harris and Sandi Patty.
Friday, July 4, 2008
Thursday, July 3, 2008
INDEPENDENCE DAY
If America continues down the path it has chosen -- porous borders, abortion-on-demand, homosexual marriage, out-of-control spending, a failure to provide for our energy security and a judicial autocracy that grows bolder every day -- we may look back and remember this as our last Independence Day. It will never happen, some will say. And I pray they are right.
But a nation pays the price for its actions. We are witnessing the ongoing destruction of the American family with skyrocketing divorce rates, sexually promiscuous middle-schoolers and parental rights decimated by judicial tyrants. We see homosexuality increasingly normalized and dissent of the homosexual agenda ruthlessly suppressed. Illegal immigration which is bringing in crime and taking jobs and tax-funded abortion facilities responsible for ending the lives of 200,000 babies each and every year. God judges nations as he judges individuals. How can we expect God to bless America, when everything we do is a slap in the face to the Almighty?Our Founding Fathers knew that America was built on the self-evident truth that all men are created equal and endowed by their CREATOR with certain inalienable rights. They knew that our nation would prosper only by obedience to the Word of God. They knew that civilizations had fallen throughout history when they adopted lifestyles and standards that violated God's law.But it is we the people who will decide which standard America will follow. Will we stand for life? Will we stand for law? Will we stand for decency and the family? Will we stand for those eternal truths embodied in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution?The choice is ours. I strongly encourage you to contemplate our nation's future as you celebrate this Independence Day. Our action -- or inaction -- today, will chart the course for our future. Please stand with us, pray with us, and fight with us for a nation with a hope and a future.
God bless you and your family. And let's make sure God can continue to bless America.
From Dr. Rick Scarborough
Vision America Action
But a nation pays the price for its actions. We are witnessing the ongoing destruction of the American family with skyrocketing divorce rates, sexually promiscuous middle-schoolers and parental rights decimated by judicial tyrants. We see homosexuality increasingly normalized and dissent of the homosexual agenda ruthlessly suppressed. Illegal immigration which is bringing in crime and taking jobs and tax-funded abortion facilities responsible for ending the lives of 200,000 babies each and every year. God judges nations as he judges individuals. How can we expect God to bless America, when everything we do is a slap in the face to the Almighty?Our Founding Fathers knew that America was built on the self-evident truth that all men are created equal and endowed by their CREATOR with certain inalienable rights. They knew that our nation would prosper only by obedience to the Word of God. They knew that civilizations had fallen throughout history when they adopted lifestyles and standards that violated God's law.But it is we the people who will decide which standard America will follow. Will we stand for life? Will we stand for law? Will we stand for decency and the family? Will we stand for those eternal truths embodied in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution?The choice is ours. I strongly encourage you to contemplate our nation's future as you celebrate this Independence Day. Our action -- or inaction -- today, will chart the course for our future. Please stand with us, pray with us, and fight with us for a nation with a hope and a future.
God bless you and your family. And let's make sure God can continue to bless America.
From Dr. Rick Scarborough
Vision America Action
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
HAVE YOU FORGOTTEN??
Have you forgotten that..
1. 1968 Bobby Kennedy was shot and killed by Muslim male extremist between the ages of 17 and 40.
2. In 1972 at the Munich Olympics, athletes were kidnapped and massacred by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
3. In 1979, the US embassy in Iran was taken over by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
4. During the 1980's a number of Americans were kidnapped in Lebanon by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
5. In 1983, the US Marine barracks in Beirut was blown up by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
6. In 1985 the cruise ship Achille Lauro was hijacked and a 70 year old American passenger was murdered and thrown overboard in his wheelchair by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
7. In 1985 TWA flight 847 was hijacked at Athens, and a US Navy diver trying to rescue passengers was murdered by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
8. In 1988 , Pan Am Flight 103 was bombed by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
9. In 1993 the World Trade Center was bombed the first time by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
10 In 1998, the US embassies in Kenya an d Tanzania were bombed by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
11. On 9/11/01, four airliners were hijacked; two were used as missiles to take down the World Trade Centers and of the remaining two, one crashed into the US Pentagon and the other was diverted and crashed by the passengers. Thousands of people were killed by Muslim male extremists between the of 17 and 40.
12. In 2002 the United States fought a war in Afghanistan against Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
13. In 2002 reporter Daniel Pearl was kidnapped and murdered by-- you guessed it-- Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
According to The Book of Revelations:
The Anti-Christ will be a man, in his 40s, of MUSLIM descent, who will deceive the nations with persuasive language, and have a MASSIVE Christ-like appeal....the prophecy says that people will flock to him and he will promise false hope and world peace, and when he is in power, he will destroy everything.
Of all times the People of America want to elect, to the most Powerful position on the face of the Planet -- The Presidency of the United states of America.
I'm sorry but I refuse to take a chance on the 'unknown' candidate Obama... truthfully, I am not sorry!!
1. 1968 Bobby Kennedy was shot and killed by Muslim male extremist between the ages of 17 and 40.
2. In 1972 at the Munich Olympics, athletes were kidnapped and massacred by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
3. In 1979, the US embassy in Iran was taken over by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
4. During the 1980's a number of Americans were kidnapped in Lebanon by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
5. In 1983, the US Marine barracks in Beirut was blown up by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
6. In 1985 the cruise ship Achille Lauro was hijacked and a 70 year old American passenger was murdered and thrown overboard in his wheelchair by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
7. In 1985 TWA flight 847 was hijacked at Athens, and a US Navy diver trying to rescue passengers was murdered by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
8. In 1988 , Pan Am Flight 103 was bombed by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
9. In 1993 the World Trade Center was bombed the first time by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
10 In 1998, the US embassies in Kenya an d Tanzania were bombed by Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
11. On 9/11/01, four airliners were hijacked; two were used as missiles to take down the World Trade Centers and of the remaining two, one crashed into the US Pentagon and the other was diverted and crashed by the passengers. Thousands of people were killed by Muslim male extremists between the of 17 and 40.
12. In 2002 the United States fought a war in Afghanistan against Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
13. In 2002 reporter Daniel Pearl was kidnapped and murdered by-- you guessed it-- Muslim male extremists between the ages of 17 and 40.
According to The Book of Revelations:
The Anti-Christ will be a man, in his 40s, of MUSLIM descent, who will deceive the nations with persuasive language, and have a MASSIVE Christ-like appeal....the prophecy says that people will flock to him and he will promise false hope and world peace, and when he is in power, he will destroy everything.
Of all times the People of America want to elect, to the most Powerful position on the face of the Planet -- The Presidency of the United states of America.
I'm sorry but I refuse to take a chance on the 'unknown' candidate Obama... truthfully, I am not sorry!!
Sunday, June 15, 2008
HAPPY FATHERS DAY
Text: Frederick W. Faber, 1814-1863 Music: Henri F. Hemy, 1818-1888; adapt. by James G. Walton, 1821-1905 Tune: ST. CATHERINE, Meter: 88.88.88
1. Faith of our fathers, living still, in spite of dungeon, fire, and sword; O how our hearts beat high with joy whene'er we hear that glorious word!
Refrain: Faith of our fathers, holy faith! We will be true to thee till death.
2. Faith of our fathers, we will strive to win all nations unto thee; and through the truth that comes from God, we all shall then be truly free. (Refrain)
3. Faith of our fathers, we will love both friend and foe in all our strife; and preach thee, too, as love knows how by kindly words and virtuous life. (Refrain)
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
ANNIVERSARY
Today Donnie totally surprised me with flowers and a card to celebrate the 42nd anniversary of our FIRST date!! WOW..what more can I say! I am one blest woman!!
Thursday, June 5, 2008
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