tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71532855456562120662024-03-05T03:23:17.424-05:00Letters from a Sailor's SweetheartWelcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.comBlogger56125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-87599917096001770342011-02-19T11:19:00.001-05:002011-02-19T11:19:17.896-05:00<p class="mobile-photo"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgozYcekBK4zATVIZfO44VvhVDAGriteRxhq4tO2C8lVZomy_3mxxinIK8QAEVuZYsbQuEBHdA-ViPtmG6bDHvbtv07sgRKOAzMqq6yRiKlV4UDKtKB0r8nZi_6TvO4CFyg9wUvrsvrClbm/s1600/downsize-757897.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgozYcekBK4zATVIZfO44VvhVDAGriteRxhq4tO2C8lVZomy_3mxxinIK8QAEVuZYsbQuEBHdA-ViPtmG6bDHvbtv07sgRKOAzMqq6yRiKlV4UDKtKB0r8nZi_6TvO4CFyg9wUvrsvrClbm/s320/downsize-757897.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5575436026473663170" /></a></p>My new tank. So CUTE!Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-40416930049490476662010-12-20T13:59:00.002-05:002010-12-20T13:59:53.737-05:00Feeling FreeI've been through a lot the past couple years..mostly in this one. Death, divorce, breakups, constant drama. There were a few dark moments I really didn't see myself finding the light again. Ready to leave this world behind...no matter WHOM I left behind. But as time goes on, I continue to fight through the chaos, and when I least expected it, a little glimmer opened my eyes, took hold of my hand, and is slowly leading me out of this darkness.<br />
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Once upon a time there was a girl. She was just a normal girl, but she believed in all things of beauty and magic. For her, every day was new; every day was an adventure. She saw beauty in the simplest of things and felt the pull of discovery every day. The world was a glittery mass, resplendent in light and floating in a sea of falling stars.<br />
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But one day, darkness came upon the girl. It came in waves, crashing down on her every time she started to get her feet beneath her. She floundered in the upsurge, unable to determine either the direction from which the waves came or the direction toward light. The dark was so vast and overwhelming that she did not think she would ever escape. In truth, there were times when she felt that she was about to be swept out into nothingness, never to be seen nor heard from again.<br />
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Until. Until one day when a single star caught her attention. She was so startled by the light that she nearly could not comprehend what it was; for a moment, she lost track of it. Her heart paused in the cage of her chest and she held her breath. Where was it? Where was it?<br />
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And then, sweet relief. As her eyes settled once more, and fully, upon the single orb of light in the distant sky, the girl's heart beat and her breath renewed. Beyond that, she felt a twist and loosening of something within her heart and sensed that something binding her soul had been released. She felt buoyant and free--and, as she watched, her skies lit up again.Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-77651066506926321252010-11-24T13:47:00.001-05:002010-11-24T13:48:13.136-05:00Movin over...I started a new blog recently so I'm moving over there. If my lovely followers wouldn't mind hoppin over there and following the new blog, I'd greatly appreciate it!<br />
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Love & hugs to my lovely readers! Thanks for the support!<br />
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Link is here:<br />
http://lettersfromthejourneyofagirl.blogspot.com/ <br />
<http: lettersfromthejourneyofagirl.blogspot.com=""></http:>Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-48683405162246406852010-11-23T02:47:00.002-05:002010-11-23T02:47:42.093-05:00An open letter...I just feel the need to write. I can't sleep. I've gone through a lot this year. Well the past four years. It decides to hit me at the worst moments. Like when I'm trying to sleep! <br />
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Three years, four months ago I married the sweetest, kindest man on earth. A hasty decision most didn't agree with, since we had only been together for about 3 months. Not even known each other a year. Oh it was exciting! We just <span style="font-size: x-small;">KNEW</span> we were perfect together! This was the happiest time in our lives! Nothing could end this bliss!<br />
Three years, two months ago I found my father-in-law dead in our home. That was the day our lives changed forever. Unfortunately, it changed us. As individuals and as a couple. I drew closer to him because he was my husband. My soul mate. My everything. I gave up everything for him. The decision to marry him caused me to lose a lot of friends and people to turn their back on me. But I had <span style="font-size: x-small;">HIM</span>, so no one else mattered. He..I don't know where he went. He shut me out. Nothing I did was good enough, or just didn't measure up to his expectations. The abuse began.<br />
Eight months ago we separated. Three years of emotional, mental, & verbal abuse wasn't enough for me to give up. I stuck it through, praying & holding on to what I thought was "happiness", which really was a nightmare. The last straw for me was when he did something utterly <span style="font-size: x-small;">STUPID</span>. I'm not going into details, but all I can say is I'm really glad I got away when I had the chance, else I may not be here today. Well, the decision to leave him was a bad one for most people. This is because we are <span style="font-size: x-small;">VERY</span> good actors. We don't allow our business or issues in public. We keep it private, behind closed doors. Good and bad. We tried counseling and what not, but obviously it was a lost cause. Our friends and family had NO idea what was really going on in our marriage. To them, we were the ideal couple. But that was all a ruse because we didn't want others in our personal issues. So...when we split...it broke everyone's hearts. And of course they didn't agree with the decision. Since I was the one who left, he seemed like & played the victim. Still does.<br />
Two months ago our divorce was finalized. Again, bad choice. There goes the rest of the friends I had left. So many wanted us to seek other counseling and make it work. I'm sorry, but we tried that and it didn't work. I accepted my wrongs and what I could've done differently. He would not. There are too many irreconcilable differences. It's unfortunate, we can't even be friends, even though we get along much better now than ever. I've been doing <span style="font-size: x-small;">GREAT</span>...until I get a phone call from my sister saying that my name is in the paper..under divorces. <span style="font-size: x-small;">WOW.</span><br />
<div style="text-align: center;">Ok reality, stop slapping me in the face please?!</div><div style="text-align: left;">I've been doing ok. Well...not really. I went to Connecticut for a lil while. I moved actually. What started as a lil vacay with a close friend, turned into a full blown/complicated relationship with a sailor, ended with another broken heart. I'm tattered and torn, but I'm still a person with feelings, hopes, and desires. So, needless to say, I'm back home with the rents...in Fl. Back to where I started three and a half years ago. No job, no car, no income whatsoever, & stressed to the max! I'm overwhelmed with all that's happened and the chaos that goes on around me. I understand others don't always approve of my decisions, but the least they could do is support me. My family at the very least! That's just too much to ask coming from<span style="font-size: x-small;"> ME </span>I suppose. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div>I have a new guy, although he isn't really new. We've grown up together, since we were barely out of diapers, pretty much. We recently got back in touch, started hanging out, & one thing led to another. Here we are, two months later. Two individuals, despite unfortunate events, starting over. As people and as a couple. Fighting through life, judgment, & recession. Disregarding the odds. Moving on from the past. Creating an amazing future..together..believing in noone but each other. Because each other is who, all, we have.Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-87506216634705624312010-11-19T07:29:00.000-05:002010-11-19T07:29:11.264-05:00Wee bit of Mee<div style="text-align: center;"><center><a href="http://www.myleighashley.com/"><img height="350" src="http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt244/leighbenner/weebitwednesdaysbutton-1.png" width="350" /></a></center></div><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{one} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">what time do you normally wake up?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">Well, considering I don't have a job currently, I don't have a bedtime or wake up time. But about 5-6am I get a little antsy waiting for a good morning text =) I'm usually up right after I hear from mah babeh, no matter when I actually went to sleep.</span></em></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{two} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">do you have a go-to song for karaoke?</span></strong></center><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Don't do karaoke so don't have a song</span></i> </div><br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{three} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">if you could only see black and white except for one color, what color would you choose to see?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">Probably pink. Or red. They're romantic colors and I'm a hopeless romantic. </span></em></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{four} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">what color best matches your personality?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">Probably pink. I'm a softy at heart, but I'm spunky too.</span></em></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{five} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">if you could choose one meal to cook better than anyone else, what would it be?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">Maybe a roast. Growing up, every Sunday after church, my mom &/or grandma would make this amazing roast & delicious sides. When my grandma passed away that tradition unfortunately ended. I would LOVE to start it again & pass it on in my own family. I did make one once and everyone thought it was amazing. Sad thing is, I don't remember all that I did with it. I like to experiment when I cook, and whip things up, and I always forget to write down what exactly I did.</span></em></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{six} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">how many keys do you have on your <nobr><a class="FAAdLink" href="http://leighashley.blogspot.com/2010/11/wee-bit-wednesdays-v23.html#" id="FALINK_2_0_1">key ring</a></nobr>?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">oh jeez...5 or 6. A few house keys, po box & mail box keys, and a couple I have no clue what they are.</span></em></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{seven} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">do you give your pets birthday/christmas gifts?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">Since I got my cat from a pet store, I don't know her birthday except the month she was born in. But Christmas I may get her a lil something and this year I'm going to make animal treats for the animals. =)</span></em></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{eight} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">when your plate has different foods on it, do you mix or not?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Oh yes! I love to mix things up. My favorite is corn and mashed potatoes. And hash browns and eggs. But my bacon I eat alone because I enjoy it soooo much. =)</span></i></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{nine} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">if you could hire someone to do one thing for you all the time, what would it be?</span></strong></center><div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>I hate to do dishes, but I think I hate sweeping/mopping/vacuuming more. </i></span></div><br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{ten} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">when flying, do you prefer the window or aisle seat?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">WINDOW! I love to look out the window and see the world under me. Plus, I have a slight anxiety and looking out the window helps calm me down. Maybe it's a little claustrophobia? I'm not sure.</span></em></center>Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-75899626775053181712010-11-13T18:32:00.000-05:002010-11-13T18:32:52.616-05:00Wee bit of Mee<div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>{one} </b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>do you collect anything? if so, what and how long have you been collecting? </b></span></span></div><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Tiggers. Stuffed tiggers. Anything tigger. hehe</i><b> </b></span></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><br />
<b>{two} </b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>what is one cleaning tip that you swear by? </b><i> </i></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>I dont' think I have any cleaning tips. I just use whatever is at my disposal, or whatever. </i></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><br />
<b>{three} </b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>who would you call for bail money? </b><i> </i></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Probably my mom. She may not have it, but she will definitely find a way to get it!. </i></span> <br />
<b>{four} </b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>what is one thing you miss about being a kid? </b><i> </i></span></span><br />
<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">The innocence. I'm going out on a limb saying this, but it was taken away too soon. I miss the lack of responsibility too. </span></i><span style="font-size: medium;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">When a kids biggest problem was figuring out which color crayon to use.</span></i> <br />
<b><span style="font-size: small;">{five}<span style="font-size: x-small;"> name a few of your guilty pleasures.</span></span></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: medium;"><i><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Starbucks frappes! And chocolate! I can NOT resist any kind of chocolate!</span></span></i><br />
<b>{six} </b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>how early do you start your holiday shopping? </b><i> </i></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>I'm an early starter.</i></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><br />
<b>{seven} </b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>what is a family tradition that you would like to pass on to your significant other/children? </b><i> </i></span></span><br />
<i>Setting up the Christmas tree right after Thanksgiving. And then burning it on New Years! It's a family event. </i><span style="font-size: medium;"><br />
<b>{eight} </b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>what do you consider your greatest achievement? </b><i> </i></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>So far, just living. Being alive. Overcoming seemingly impossible obstacles.</i></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><br />
<b>{nine} </b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>what do you do to pamper yourself? </b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>I take long showers. Lotion freak! I take my time getting ready for things. Do my hair and makeup. It's rare that I do this, but when I do it's like a lil pamper myself time. I dont' have the money to go out and get my hair and nails done and all that brouhaha so I do my own thing for myself. </i></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><br />
<b>{ten} </b></span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>if you were to start your own restaurant, what would it be called?</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Something with my name in it, obviously. And maybe something to do with Strawberry because I'm a strawberry everything FREAK! I've joked about starting my own place and having nothing but strawberry flavors and what-not, since I was a little girl. It would be fun to do. Maybe....</i><b><br />
</b></span>Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-85225367536277447632010-10-27T15:11:00.000-04:002010-10-27T15:11:14.264-04:00Wee bit of Mee-Halloween edition<div style="text-align: center;"><strong></strong><center><strong><span style="font-size: medium;"> <center><a href="http://www.myleighashley.com/"><img height="350" src="http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt244/leighbenner/weebitwednesdaysbutton-1.png" width="350" /></a></center> </span></strong></center></div><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{one} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">have you ever seen a ghost?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">Don't think so. When I was 12, I was helping an aunt move..and I swear I heard a baby laughing and the rocking chair in the room...was moving. It's a long story.</span></em></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{two} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">when was the last time you dressed up for halloween?</span></strong></center> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Oh sheesh...YEARS</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{three} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">what’s your favorite candy?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">Almost anything with chocolate...but all in all I think Reese's Peanut Butter cups..</span></em></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{four} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">did you have a favorite costume growing up?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">Minnie Mouse..it was actually for a homecoming skit in which I was running for queen. I had the entire costume..make up and all. It was close to Halloween though!</span></em></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{five} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">did you carve pumpkins this year?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">Nope. I've actually never carved pumpkins. Maybe next year.</span></em></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{six} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">what’s your favorite scary movie?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">Uuumm...I'm not really into scary movies or horror flicks. I was when I was little. But now...NO WAY! lol The closest I can get is maybe The Nightmare Before Christmas.</span></em></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{seven} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">haunted houses or corn mazes?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">I think mazes because Haunted Houses are cheesy.</span></em></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{eight} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">are you superstitious?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">nope.</span></em></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{nine} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">have you ever owned a black cat?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>I'm not sure actually. My cat now is a dark grey..close enough right?</i></span></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">{ten} </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">what are you plans for this coming halloween?</span></strong></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;">If I'm back in time, trick or treating with the nieces I'm sure. I have no life...so no parties for me. :-(</span></em></center>Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-20709179608871971202010-10-22T06:20:00.000-04:002010-10-22T06:20:00.798-04:00Wee bit of Mee<strong><span style="font-weight: normal;">Just a wee bit about me... </span></strong><br />
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<strong>{one} have you ever crawled through a window?</strong><br />
Yep<br />
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<strong>{two} what’s one subject that you wish you knew more about?</strong><br />
Probably history or literature...it's a tie<br />
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<strong>{three} who’s your favorite villain?</strong><br />
I can't say I have a favorite. But the one that pops out is Jafar from Aladdin. I was <span style="font-size: x-small;">OBSESSED</span> with this movie when I was little. He always kind of scared me. But I don't do villains. I'm a princess kinda girl. =)<br />
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<strong>{four} have you ever hit a jackpot on a slot machine?</strong><br />
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nope never played.<br />
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<strong>{five} what is your favorite Disney movie?</strong><br />
I'd have to say Beauty and the Beast. When I was in first grade, we had a costume contest. My mom made me a dress similar to Bell's. Funny thing...my crush...was prince charming. Well to make a long story short, I won the contest...and so did he! Everyone thought we were a couple. hehe We became close buddies after that. =)<br />
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<strong>{six} if the whole world were listening, what would you say?</strong><br />
I believe in the golden rule. Treat others how you wanna be treated. Respect and trust others, as well as yourself. Love without conditions. Live without expectations because they only lead to disappointment. <br />
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<strong>{seven} if you could choose one song to describe you or your life, what would it be?</strong><br />
Honestly I'm not sure...I'll have to get back to you on that. =(<br />
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<strong>{eight} your desk: messy or organized?</strong><br />
Definitely organized. My own purse is organized!<br />
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<strong>{nine} have you ever had surgery?</strong><br />
When I was four I was mauled by a pit bull. He quite literally tore the flesh off my face and his tooth was a hairline from crushing my skull, therefore killing me. I remember everything! Except the pain. I just remember my body going into shock when the screen door slammed and next thing I know...he's on top of me chomping down. My aunt and uncle eventually got him off me and the only thing I was worried about was where was my mommy! I didn't even cry. Not a tear. lol<br />
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<strong>{ten} if you could have any animal as a pet, what would you have?</strong><br />
I wouldn't have any kind of wild animal. My grandma has a few..and I would never be able to try to domesticate a wild creature. But cats are my thing. =)Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-77163875961395023412010-10-22T05:42:00.000-04:002010-10-22T05:42:50.947-04:00T5<div style="text-align: left;">Haven't posted in a bit. I missed it on Thursday, but why not on Friday?! Anywho, here goes. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">HAPPY</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">GIDDY</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">JOY</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">GLEE</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">THANKFUL</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: purple;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"><span style="color: black;">One</span></span><br />
<span style="color: purple;"><span style="color: black;">I'm happy this week is over.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: purple;"><span style="color: black;">I'm so excited for this weekend! Sea World on Saturday & my 4 year old niece, Hannah's, birthday party! </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: purple;"><span style="color: black;">Three</span></span><br />
<span style="color: purple;"><span style="color: black;">I'm hoping that plans stay & even come better together for my trip next weekend!</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: purple;"><span style="color: black;">Four</span></span><br />
<span style="color: purple;"><span style="color: black;">Winter is HERE! My favorite time of year! Thanksgiving-Christmas! LOVE IT! Can't wait to get in my winter clothes and take advantage of this snuggly time!</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: purple;"><span style="color: black;">Five</span></span><br />
<span style="color: purple;"><span style="color: black;">I've been grumpy lately. All yesterday especially. But honestly, I'm thankful for being alive; able to wake up breathing, seeing, and hearing everyday. A new chance to make things right and make better decisions. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: purple;"><span style="color: black;"><br />
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Throughout the business of our lives, we need to take time out and reflect. Be grateful for LIFE. Stop and "smell the roses". If not everyday, try it once a week. I challenge you.</span></span></div>Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-17192381930619780002010-10-01T08:55:00.000-04:002010-10-01T08:55:45.587-04:00Wee bit of MeeIt's not Wednesday, obviously. But I got it a little late. My internet was down. Anywho, so here's a little about me!<br />
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<center style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong> </strong></span></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>{one} <span style="font-size: x-small;">what is your biggest pet peeve?</span></strong></span></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em>Judgmental people</em></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>{two} <span style="font-size: x-small;">what is your favorite dessert?</span></strong></span></center><center style="text-align: center;"><i>Anything chocolate or strawberry cheesecake</i></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>{three} <span style="font-size: x-small;">what is the first thing you notice about people?</span></strong></span></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></em></center> <div style="text-align: center;"><i>Their smile</i></div><br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>{four} <span style="font-size: x-small;">are you usually late, early or right on time?</span></strong></span></center><center style="text-align: center;"><i>Late</i></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>{five} <span style="font-size: x-small;">have you ever fired a gun?</span></strong></span></center><center style="text-align: center;"><i>In high school, I was in JROTC, and fired a rifle!</i></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>{six} <span style="font-size: x-small;">are you right-handed or left-handed?</span></strong></span></center><center style="text-align: center;"><em>I'm ambidextrous actually...hehe</em></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>{seven} <span style="font-size: x-small;">which do you prefer: coke or pepsi?</span></strong></span></center><center style="text-align: center;"><i>When I drink it, pepsi</i></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>{eight} <span style="font-size: x-small;">do you dance crazy when no one is looking?</span></strong></span></center><center style="text-align: center;"><i>NO WAY!!! </i></center><center style="text-align: center;"><i>Ok, maybe...</i></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>{nine} <span style="font-size: x-small;">what’s your favorite movie snack?</span></strong></span></center><center style="text-align: center;"><i>popcorn and sour worms</i></center> <br />
<center style="text-align: center;"><em></em></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>{ten} <span style="font-size: x-small;">do you scream on roller coasters?</span></strong></span></center><center style="text-align: center;"><i>I probably would if I could ride them...I have a heart condition.</i></center><center style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: purple;">Okay, your turn!</span></b></span></i></center>Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-13863463103081545982010-10-01T02:49:00.000-04:002010-10-01T02:49:06.443-04:00Thursday/Friday Five<div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Here's my Thursday/Friday Five! Just a quick reflect on the past week. Sorry it's late...had issues with the internet the past two days.</span> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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Thankful</div><div style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;">Adored</div><div style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;">Giggly</div><div style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">blessed</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: xx-small;"><b><i>One ~</i></b></span> <span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">I am content with who I am. I'm not changing for anyone. I'm being me..Talia. What you see is who you get.</span> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: xx-small;"><b><i>Two ~</i></b></span> I'm thankful for supportive people in my life. I wouldn't make it without you! For the hundred against me, there's one for me. I'm truly grateful for wonderful friends.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><b><i><span style="color: blue;">Three ~</span></i></b></span> My teddy is the only one I can <span style="font-size: x-small;">TRULY</span> count on. One who always listens and doesn't try to fix me. Just hold me through this storm. He gives me courage and strength, all while making me weak at the knees with his wonderful charm! A sweetheart and romantic. And he adores and respects me! I could not ask for better! I look forward to a lifetime of unconditional love from one who'll never betray me. =)</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: xx-small;"><i><b>Four ~</b></i></span> My nieces Jaylen and Halie are two of the most precious babies<span style="font-size: x-small;"> EVER</span>! They're so cute and happy. And we love to giggle together. We're a giggly trio when we're together! Jaylen is 2 months and Halie is 6. Even if I'm having a bad day...they always seem to brighten it!</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><i style="color: blue;"><b><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Five ~</span></b></i> I'm so very blessed! I feel like Job at times, losing everything and everyone...but I've gained better, trustworthy, relationships. God's timing is perfect. Well it's His divine timing. I've been down for so long and so deep that the only way from here...is up! Looking forward to future blessings!</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">There you have it! My Thursday/Friday Five! I challenge you, my readers, to jot down 5 things that have made you feel these words (above) this past week. Go over to Mrs. Gambizzle, grab her button, and link up! It's a rewarding experience. </span></div><div style="color: #444444; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Comment if you like! I like comments! =) I'll even return the favor...just post your link in the comments!</span></span></div>Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-69198077464011753382010-09-24T11:30:00.000-04:002010-09-24T11:30:02.135-04:00A new startSo I'm setting up a whole new blog and moving over there. The sailor and I are no longer together. It's much too difficult to just change the name than it would to start a whole new blog. My only issue...I'm usually good at this, but I can't seem to figure out what to call the new blog. Any hints? Just leave your comments below! Thanks everyone!Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-24375300965241048492010-09-23T16:35:00.000-04:002010-09-23T16:35:03.898-04:00Thursday Five<div style="text-align: left;">Yay it's Thursday! I'm unusually excited about this one for some reason! Maybe because I feel extra giddy today?! </div><div style="text-align: left;">Hope you enjoy, write your own five things that make you feel these five words listed below, grab the button, and go over and link up! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> <span style="color: #274e13;">Giddy</span></span></div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="color: #7f6000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Jubilant</span></div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="color: #bf9000; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;">Ecstatic</div><div style="color: #783f04; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="color: #783f04; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;">Thankful</div><div style="color: #38761d; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div style="color: #38761d; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Giggly</span></div><div style="color: #38761d; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div><div style="color: #38761d; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div><div style="color: #38761d; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"> <span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>One ~<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> <span style="color: #783f04;">I got a call from my lawyers office! We have sent everything we need so now we're just waiting to hear back now. Ug, I hate waiting! But patience is a virtue.</span> </span></span></i></span></span></span></div><div style="color: #38761d; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></i></span></span></span></div><div style="color: #38761d; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-small;">Two ~</span> <span style="color: #274e13;">I finally got to babysit my newest niece, Jaylen! She's only a couple months old. So adorable and happy! She is by far the perfect baby! She never cries or wines..unless she's super hungry. Jaylen loves to smile and laugh. I love her little laugh! She's so precious. I had her for a good 12 hours...and we had a ball! Of course my fever came back...baby fever that is. </span></span></span></i></span></span></span></div><div style="color: #38761d; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #274e13;"> </span></span></span></i></span></span></span></div><div style="color: #38761d; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: #274e13;"><span style="color: blue;">Three</span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #274e13;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">~</span> <span style="color: #bf9000;">My divorce was finalized on Tuesday! I'm finally free! I'm now a single woman...sort of. Legally yes. But my heart is most definitely taken. I didn't ask for this nor expect it. There's nothing better than rekindling old friendships, but when one becomes something more...<br />
I'll update this at a later time. Keep checkin' in!</span></span></span></span></span></i></span></span></div><div style="color: #38761d; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #274e13;"><span style="color: #bf9000;"> </span></span></span></span></span></i></span></span></div><div style="color: #38761d; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><i style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Four~ </span> <span style="color: #7f6000;">My teddy! I got me a teddy again! I've had a specific teddy bear since I was 9 years old..I'm currently 22. But I left him a ways away so I've been without one for a while. But recently got me another...much better one. He's warming, charming, and perfect. =}</span></span></span></i></span></span></div><div style="color: #38761d; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><i style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #7f6000;"> </span></span></span></i></span></span></div><div style="color: #38761d; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><i style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #7f6000;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-small;">Five~</span> <span style="color: #274e13;">I've been writing again. Poems I mean. I love to write. It's been a passion and talent (so I've been told) of mine since I was a little girl. I feel like a little girl again when I write. It's always been a haven for me. To get lost in the words..in the pen and paper..away from reality.</span></span></span></span></i></span></span></div>Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-17297772399032576312010-09-23T06:01:00.000-04:002010-09-23T06:01:38.908-04:00Nothing more...Couldn't help but write another.<br />
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There’s nothing I want more <br />
Than to see your face,<br />
Hear your voice,<br />
Feel your touch,<br />
Get lost in your gorgeous eyes,<br />
And trace your amazing smile with my lips.<br />
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I love nothing more than to lay there and you hold me in your arms.<br />
When you kiss my forehead it sends butterflies in my tummy.<br />
When you whisper in my ear it sends chills down my spine.<br />
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There’s nothing more<br />
I shall want or need<br />
Than to hear you say<br />
You love me.Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-84009844019521850972010-09-23T02:15:00.001-04:002010-09-23T02:19:29.713-04:00Wee bit of MeeI know it's officially Thursday, but I had a long day and just getting to my blog. I've noticed this meme going around and I think it's time for you to get to know me a little better! It's called "A Wee bit of Me Wednesdays", by Leigh. Click on the button and check her out! So adorable! I challenge you, my followers, to express yourself a little more each week. I enjoy telling my stories and I hope you delight in them as well! <br />
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<span style="color: blue;">{one}</span></span><span style="color: blue;"> what is your happiest childhood memory?</span></b></center><center style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: black;">It's a long one & I apologize... </span></i></center><center style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: black;">My 9th birthday...party</span><br style="color: black;" /><span style="color: black;">From waking up to going to sleep. I stayed the night before with my second family (my parents best friends..whom forced all 8 of us kids to become besties as well...luckily it worked, now we are all grown & nearly inseparable). I was lucky enough to get shot-gun on the way to my house! So we're on our way and a couple of the kids start fighting over something. I don't look back because just as I started to, one screams, "Mom! She won't let me hold the rose!" Fail. I ignored it of course. That was a looong ride from WH to Lkld. Well we arrive and just as I open the door to the house, Jason (the oldest) runs around, grabs me, and takes me inside like a groom sweeps his bride off her feet and carries her over the threshold. ;-) To my surprise all my family and friends were waiting for me! To sum this up, my grandmother did the Macarena and I had my first slow dance, with my cousin whom I sort of had a crush on. hehe Got my first horseback ride with my best friend. And a Teddy bear given to me that I still have & goes with me on every trip. I'm currently 22. This was overall the best weekend ever in my childhood life. I remember it like it was yesterday!</span></i></center><center style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: black;"> </span></i></center> <center style="text-align: center;"><i></i></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">{two}</span> what is your middle name?</b></center><center style="color: black; text-align: center;"><i>Anne</i></center> <br />
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<center style="text-align: center;"><i></i></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">{three}</span> what’s the habit you’re most proud of breaking?</b></center><center style="color: black; text-align: center;"><i>Biting my nails</i></center> <br />
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<center style="text-align: center;"><i></i></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">{four}</span> what do you order when you order Chinese food?</b></center><center style="color: black; text-align: center;"><i>Usually Orange Chicken and lo mien noodles</i></center> <br />
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<center style="text-align: center;"><i></i></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">{five}</span> what’s the best bargain you’ve ever found at a garage sale or thrift store?</b></center><center style="color: black; text-align: center;"><i>Recently I thought I hit a gold mine at a neighbor's yard sale! I noticed this worn, damaged, and eye-catching little book of poems by William Wordsworth, The complete Works! It was published in early 1800's! Not only do I admire his work, but I had to have this, no matter the cost! It could be worth something! I rush home to search Ebay, Craigslist, wherever I can find. Paid $5 for it. My profit, if sold: $10. haha!!! Still the best bargain ever!</i></center> <br />
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<center style="text-align: center;"><i></i></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">{six}</span> what’s the best costume you’ve ever worn?</b></center><center style="color: black; text-align: center;"><i>Only because my momma made it from scratch, the best costume I have ever had was a princess gown when I was in 1st grade. I was Belle, from Beauty & the Beast. I even had a crown. My crush happened to be a prince. Go figure. This was the day we became good friends. hehe Not to mention we won the costume contest...for cutest outfits & cutest couple! WOOT! </i></center> <br />
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<center style="text-align: center;"><i></i></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">{seven}</span> who’s your favorite game show host?</b></center><center style="color: black; text-align: center;"><i>C'mon he's a legend: Bob Barker, of course!</i></center> <br />
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<center style="text-align: center;"><i></i></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">{eight}</span> what’s your favorite breakfast food?</b></center><center style="color: black; text-align: center;"><i>French toast and bacon</i></center> <br />
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<center style="text-align: center;"><i></i></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">{nine}</span> what’s your least favorite word?</b></center><center style="color: black; text-align: center;"><i>I have two: G_, D_. Read between the lines.</i></center> <br />
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<center style="text-align: center;"><i></i></center><center style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">{ten}</span> describe something that happened to you for which you have no explanation.</b></center><center style="color: black; text-align: center;"><i>Another lengthy one...<br />
My ex and I went on a date to Mugs & Movies. I don't even remember the movie we saw. I do remember it being PACKED! As it got over, and we got up to leave, we noticed a specific man sitting in the back. We recognized him from 2 years earlier! He recognized us as we passed him outside the theater.</i><i> He was a homeless man who was very kind & would literally give the shirt off his back to ANYONE. He said a few things to us the night we met him that eventually came true. We just had to talk to him. Lee was his name. We talked for a bit and I wish you could see the glow in his face and eyes as we spent time with him! He also said a few things this night that did eventually come to pass as well. Things we didn't accept until a specific event happened. It was his birthday and he had a couple bucks so he decided to see a movie for himself. Seeing us made his night. Seeing him answered of prayer of mine. Anywho, he asked if we could get him a few things from the store and he'd meet us there. It started to rain almost immediately. Of course we couldn't let him walk in the rain so we gave him a ride. He was so appreciative. As we left, he went his way. Well....when we pulled away and I looked back, he was GONE! Just vanished! We've never seen him since...that was almost 2 years ago. What more can I say to that?!</i></center><center style="text-align: center;"><i> </i><i></i></center> <br />
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<center style="text-align: center;"><i></i></center><center style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">okay, <i style="color: magenta;">your</i><span style="color: magenta;"> </span>turn!</span></b></center>Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-34851324082330911902010-09-23T00:28:00.002-04:002010-09-23T00:30:41.216-04:00SanctumAnother one I wrote... <br />
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My mind drifts toward thoughts of you<br />
a million times a day.<br />
You're always here within my heart<br />
you seem to know the way.<br />
An endless craving deep inside.<br />
I need you...oh so much,<br />
To look into those brooding eyes<br />
To feel your gentle touch.<br />
The mere sound of your voice<br />
that makes my spirit soar,<br />
It reaches far into my soul<br />
down to the very core.<br />
You haunt my dreams<br />
a vision so intense,<br />
an apparition,<br />
so sublime no possible defense.<br />
Such joy I can't recall.<br />
Not a single day of sorrow,<br />
Since we became one.Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-60884268256915351792010-09-23T00:20:00.002-04:002010-09-23T00:20:52.812-04:00Because of YouOh just something I wrote yesterday...thought I'd share it with the world. <br />
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I’ve been in darkness for so long just waiting for the light,<br />
And now that you’ve come my way, my days don’t seem like nights.<br />
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I’m glad I’m finally overcome my fear of the other side,<br />
Thank you for showing me the way, by taking me on this ride.<br />
You’ve truly touched me deep inside,<br />
You’ve unlocked, opened, the door.<br />
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I know it’s nothing serious, but surely it’s a start.<br />
You’ve treated me so equally, I feel it in my heart.<br />
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And if this does not work, I’m glad I’ve had the chance,<br />
To see how great you truly are, even just for a glance.<br />
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We never know what’ll come of this, it really just depends.<br />
I’m glad we took the first step, in becoming friends. <br />
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With you I never have to guess just how you really feel,<br />
You talk to me about the facts and tell me what’s the deal.<br />
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With you I feel so comfortable, like nothing can go wrong.<br />
I get this tingly feeling inside, you sing to me like a bird sings a song.<br />
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I’m trying to live in the moment, by forgetting about the past, <br />
And so far it’s been working, it’s really been a blast.<br />
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So hopefully from this day forth,<br />
I’ll know just what to do,<br />
If ever I come across a guy, another guy, just like you.<br />
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I hope I never have to…Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-431012206192409022010-09-22T01:34:00.000-04:002010-09-22T01:34:44.921-04:00I'm free!Yesterday, Tuesday, was my divorce hearing & the judge granted it! WOOT! I'm now a single gal! Officially! YAY! I'm doing good. Got my best friend by my side and all is peachy! hehe Tomorrow I'll be posting my Thursday five! I'm kind of excited about it. The beginning of my next week. lol Wish I could start it with a job, but not so much luck here...Soon I hope! Anywho, hitting the hay. Just wanted to update. Tootaloo! =)Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-67411526599913951172010-09-16T08:57:00.000-04:002010-09-16T08:57:33.150-04:00It's Thursday!!!<div style="text-align: center;"></div><center><a href="http://lifeasasailorsgirl.blogspot.com/"><img border="0" src="http://i750.photobucket.com/albums/xx142/MrsGambizzle/Buttons/Thursdayfive.png" /></a></center><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Yay it's Thursday again! The beginning of my new week! I tend to go from Thursday to Wednesday now because I look forward to the Thursday five! Woot! Anywho, this is an amazing trend and I think you should hop on the bandwagon! Take the five words listed below and jot down five things/events that made/make you feel each one! Then click on the pic above and link up with Mrs. Gambizzle so others can see it too! </div><div style="text-align: left;"> Our words...</div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Thankful</span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Giddy</span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Happy</span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Excited</span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Adored</span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><i style="color: blue;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">One ~ </span></span></span></b><span style="color: black; font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"></span></span></i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Tuesday is almost here. My divorce will be finalized and I will be freeee! This has been a real battle and affected my other relationships (with family, friends, even my sailor..which we're no longer together). It's absolutely unexpected and unfortunate. I <span style="font-size: x-small;">HATE <span style="font-size: small;">that this is something we had to go through, but fortunately has also brought me closer to certain others I wish I had been close to all along. I guess I can say that I'm happy about that. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i><b> </b></i></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i><b>Two</b></i></span> ~ <span style="color: black;">I've been numb for so long. About six months now. Recently I've been able to feel again. I put some major heavy duty walls up! But they seem to be non-existent to a certain couple of people. URG. But it's ok. I finally let someone in again and it actually feels pretty good. I don't feel so stressed out. I can breathe again.</span></span></span> <span style="color: black;">I'm gonna be alright. And I got my Teddy back! He makes me feel so special, wanted, and adored! I don't believe he'll ever betray me. hehe</span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i><b>Three</b></i> ~ <span style="color: black;">I'm excited for next weekend! Me and my girl are planning a girls night out with a bunch of wonderful ladies! No men, no technology! I so can't wait! Haven't had girl time in a real long time. It's gonna be epic!</span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: black;"><i><b><span style="color: blue;">Four ~</span></b></i> I'm so thankful for the wonders in my life. Wonderful people and a wonderful God. </span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: black;"><i style="color: blue;"><b>Five ~</b></i> Music always knows my mood. I know, without a doubt, that I'd die without it! </span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="color: #4c1130; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: black;"><br />
There we go! My Thursday five! Take the challenge..it's a rewarding experience! </span></span></span></span></span></span></div>Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-85206252541182710052010-09-15T02:20:00.002-04:002010-09-15T02:22:03.282-04:00Baby FeverIt seems to be an issue in relationships. Baby fever. Say, both want children of their own, biological I mean. But one isn't sure if they can physically have them. Like me for instance. I have <span style="font-size: x-small;">PCOS</span> & Endometriosis. I've never really used protection because 1-I'm allergic & 2-I was married, so if it happened, great! Obviously it didn't happen. I'm hurt because all my siblings & most friends have children & I don't. Even now, yet I'm divorced & single, I still have the baby fever. I just love them so much! I was born to be a mommy & I want that so very much! So of course I wonder if it's an issue in a new relationship. He wants children of his own so it's a difficult decision to make: be with me no matter what...or is it too much to bear that we may not have biological children? You know, think about ME & MY feelings here! It hurts me too! Be by my side and we can bear this together. It really should not be an issue. But it is to some people. So to those like me, it really hurts that the "thought" has to be thought about. I'm just sayin. I've seen this come around and felt like I needed to vent it. That's my vent. Comment if you like. Peace!Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-70727516292972382962010-09-14T03:59:00.000-04:002010-09-14T03:59:53.925-04:00Psycho BabbleOfficially one more week until my divorce is finalized. I'm not sure what to say except I'm hurt & excited at the same time. My "ex" is making me out to be the bad guy and him the victim. WTF?! The crap I went through for him...Anywho, everyday is getting a little harsher. Mainly because certain people are against my decisions. It somehow affects them, which is BS. You tell me not to worry about what others say about me and then turn around and jump on my case..because of what others are saying about me!?! WTH?! I'm sick of the double-standard, babble-bullshit. It's ridunkulous! lol Anyways, this is my own psycho babbling. What's normal anymore?Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-12261735201335902412010-09-10T02:48:00.001-04:002010-09-10T02:48:58.424-04:00Thursday/Friday FiveI missed my Thursday five & there were no linky's..so I'm posting my Friday Five. Basically five things I'm grateful for this week. It may seem as a simple task, but it's a real challenge! Give it a try.<br />
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1-I suppose TV. I hate to watch it. Since I haven't slept for more than an hour at a time in weeks, it has really helped me just make it through the night. Not really the shows or even the sound...just the light in the room at night.<br />
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2-My bestie's awesome! Both of um! One in particular I don't know what I'd do without you, right now! Despite the chaos, you provide me a sense of calm through all this mess. God really knows whom and when to provide certain people in our lives when we need them the most!<br />
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3-Getting some headway in my case finally! It's about friggin time!<br />
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4-In 11 days, I will officially be single! Finally! It's time to focus on me for once & stop running from my issues. So this is me sticking to my guns and fighting for ME. About time.<br />
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5-This weekend is gonna be friggin awesome! Getting out of the house...wedding of a close friend...maybe Sea World!!! WOOT!<br />
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So that's my five. I'll try to get back to posting everyday. No guarantees. Peace!Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-54583498787764862622010-09-09T00:40:00.000-04:002010-09-09T00:40:59.502-04:00Get ya head in the game...It's time to post something new. Here's a little of what's going on.<br />
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I have a vent. I'm so sick of my mom's BS! I moved back home to start over after a failed marriage (which the divorce will be finalized in less than 2 weeks!), & a broken heart. I'm in a lot of pain, not just physically. I have ONE friend that I can count on & hang out with. A family friend. We've known each other (the families) since I was just out of diapers. Well, now all of a sudden it's NOT ok for us to hang out! WTF?! I finally have someone who I know I will never lose. I mean they have been there all of my life through everything. But now our parents are trying to "nip it in the butt", like something's gonna happen! We both agree that we're not looking for a relationship right now, just focusing on ourselves, & innocent leaning on each other. What's so wrong with that?! My mom has been so nasty towards him that it's unreal! I'm stressed out, having nightmares & terrors every night & day. I don't sleep more than an hour at a time. Literally. He had a really bad breakup from his fiance (now ex-fiance), just as my fiance & I broke up recently. We comfort each other. That's what friends do. But all of a sudden that's so wrong! I don't understand! I don't have anyone else that I can hang out with or count on. I don't have a job yet & no vehicle. I can't get away from this house and chaos. I'm so stressed out and confused. I've lost my mind! My mom is being such a jerk to me! I've done nothing to her to deserve this! I do everything she asks me and then some! I let her push me over & this is the treatment I get?! It's ridiculous! Not to mention she tells me that I'm depressed and need professional help AND drugs! She tells my sister and brother that I can just leave; she doesn't care if she loses me, another child; She's miserable so she'll make everyone else miserable too. WTF?!? I have nowhere to go except the street or states away. I don't want that. I'm in over my head. It'll take me at least a couple of months to get on my feet, on my own. But in the meantime, I have to hang in there. I don't feel like I can anymore. I've lost my will....<br />
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On top of this, my bestie went into ICU today due to stress...similar to my situation actually. They diagnosed him with diabetic ketoacidosis (body is full of toxins). He has type 1 diabetes (born with it). Lucky to be alive at 21. Now lucky to be alive after this. He nearly died earlier today. I've been losing friends like flies lately & now this?! Oy Vay! As of right this minute he's still in ICU, but gonna pull through. THANK THE LORD! <br />
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Talk to the lawyer today. The offer wasn't enough to cover bills, lawyer fees, & a $50,000 surgery. So I have to send them more records, which they already have, but I'm gonna send them anyways. Lawyer says I have a good chance of doubling their initial offer without having to go to trial. WOOT! <br />
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Jason, the family friend, & I went walking today. A habit we are starting to get in shape & get out of the houses & away from the chaos. Today is was around Lake Holingsworth. It's 3 miles. Haven't done that in YEARS! I'm sore, but feel great! Gonna be doing this every chance we get, if not every day. YAY! <br />
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That was my vent, with a lil positivity in there. I also took a break from my B90, which is a no-no. So I have started it back up again. Today is officially Thursday (Eastern time) so later I'll be posting my Thursday Five! Woot! I'm getting back in the game peeps! Deuces!Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-66102876965236765822010-08-29T22:43:00.001-04:002010-08-29T22:43:37.772-04:00Sorry there are no updates.Sorry there are no updates. Chaotic few days. Need some time and space. Get back to u when I can...Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7153285545656212066.post-27307110562309676822010-08-19T23:26:00.000-04:002010-08-19T23:26:26.155-04:00It's Thursday!!!<div style="text-align: center;"></div><center><a href="http://lifeasasailorsgirl.blogspot.com/"><img border="0" src="http://i750.photobucket.com/albums/xx142/MrsGambizzle/Buttons/Thursdayfive.png" /></a></center><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Time for Thursday Five! Sorry it's late, but better than never! What better time to not only reflect on the week, but also the day! I love this and am so grateful for Mrs. Gambizzle for sharing this, not to mention she has amazing jewelry!!!! Write your own (5 things that made you feel these words), click on the button, & link up on her blog!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><ul><li>Main Entry: <span style="color: #ffd966; font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace; font-size: large;"><b style="color: #bf9000;">hap·pi·ness</b> </span></li>
</ul>Pronunciation: <span class="pr">\<span class="unicode">ˈ</span>ha-pē-nəs\</span><br />
Function: <i>noun</i> <br />
Date: 15th century</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1: </b>a pleasurable or satisfying experience</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><ul><li>Main Entry: <span style="color: magenta; font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b>glee</b> </span></li>
</ul>Pronunciation: <span class="pr">\<span class="unicode">ˈ</span>glē\</span><br />
Function: <i>noun</i> <br />
Date: before 12th century</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1</b> <b>:</b> exultant high-spirited joy</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
<ul><li> Main Entry: <span style="color: #e69138; font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">ex·u·ber·ant</span></span></li>
</ul></div><div style="text-align: center;">Function: adjective</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1:</b> joyously unrestrained and enthusiastic</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><ul><li>Main Entry: <span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">proud</span></b></span></li>
</ul></div><div style="text-align: center;">Pronunciation: prau̇d</div><div style="text-align: center;">Function: adjective <br />
Date: before 12th century</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1:</b> vigorous, spirited </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
<ul><li> Main Entry: <span style="color: purple; font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">gid·dy</span></span></li>
</ul></div><div style="text-align: center;">Pronunciation: gi-dē\</div><div style="text-align: center;">Function:adjective</div><div style="text-align: center;">Date: 14th century </div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1:</b> lightheartedly silly</div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"> <b><i>1</i></b>~I'm so proud of my sailor! He's my Hero, my knight. Not only does he save lives, but he literally saved mine! That's why he's also my angel. He's a stubborn ass, but on the inside he's all mushy. Patrick is my sweetheart, my cuppie cake! And I'm his princess. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><b>2</b></i>~Tomorrow I meet with my "ex" to sign and file papers. Finally! That makes me a little giddy inside! I'll soon to be a "single" woman again. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><b>3</b></i>~Also tomorrow, my wittle sister is getting married! So excited for her!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><b>4</b></i>~I've had a rough, lonely, week. But I'm stronger than I realized. I made it yet another week! It seems my weeks go from Thursday to Wednesday all of a sudden. I look forward to my Thursday Fives! It's like Friday is the start of another week, even though it's the ending of one. So you could say I'm happy about Thursdays!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><b>5</b></i>~Ice cream fills me with so much glee it makes my tummy hurt! I don't get it often, but when I do I can't stop myself! I love it! I got my ice cream fix and my girlie time fix all in one! It was a gleeful day!!!</div>Welcome to my Bouncin Padhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08396736109235131404noreply@blogger.com0