So I'll bite (pun intended). What is that food in the picture?
Surely not Krispy Kremes. I think I remember them, unless I'm confusing them with something else. But if they're what I think they are, I never liked them. (Or were they some brand of store-boughten doughnut? If so, I never had one.)
Taxes: I think that two years from now, when the recession should be over, we should get rid of ALL the Bush-era tax cuts except the 10% tax bracket. Yes, I know it will raise my taxes, but I'm perfectly willing to pay for a functional government.
Healthcare reform: The Republicans have no chance at anything resembling repeal. And I don't see any significant changes that would simultaneously be acceptable to Republicans and not destroy the program.
Another pretty day here. Like yesterday, but with just a bit of wind. Funny how *warm* forty degrees feels in January.
Don't think I've said this, but as a direct result of my gorgeous, tiny, cunning little tree, I'm going to be making tiny trees for my near and dear next Christmas. Two part gift: finding the actual tree and/or learning to *make* them (which is proving a HUGE challenge), and finding the "ornaments" or learning how to make them. For the grandbebes, the themes will have to do with their hopes and dreams as well as their brief histories. The grownups will get trees more to do with simply history. For the "blank" ornaments (just to make the tree look like a Christmas tree), I'll mostly be using beads from the jewelery making section on ebay. For the theme ornaments, I'm mostly using charms. The scale of charms is pretty close to what I need for the size tree I'm using (9 to 18 inches). Things, so far, it looks like I'll be making: shotgun (only gun charms are either AK47s or pistols -- no rifles or shotguns); leaf rake (only available one was $14!); books -- somehow a pewter book looks very odd. . . .
Granddaughter has shifted specific interest from dolphins to stingrays this past year, so her tree will have both. Plus a clarinet charm because she plays the clarinet. . . . Tonio's will have an African theme, since he's African-American, and has been to Africa twice. Toyed with making the tree itself a banana tree or a plane tree, but decided the tree needs to be related to his American Christmas side, AND the other trees just don't have enough *hanging* places, lol!
Rick's tree is actually being the most fun, and various. Try thinking about your loved ones lives, and this one (the life) is awesome in its variety and scope. Six pairs of baby shoes, the above mentioned gun with which he keep those mouths fed, the year of raising a hundred chickens (he's only getting a half dozen, lol), a wheelbarrow, shovel, trowel, hand rake. A wrench, a saw and pliers. A forest ranger's hat, a John Deere tractor, six tiny glass lampwork eggplants, some tomatoes, peppers, turnips, and peas in a pod (which I'll be making). Will be making (spun cotton) zucchini, summer squash, pumpkins. A grizzly bear, whom he met, and polar bears, which is on *our* bucket list. A mountain (he climbed a bunch, and had several firsts). A tiny loving cup (am adding a base which will say: BEST DAD). One way or another, cap and gown and hood in appropriate colors. A rat, from an experiment in grad school. A skull collection (years as ranger/hiker/collector). A fishing pole, a fishhook, some fish. A boat.
Can you see how much fun I'm having, and it's only January.
As I scroll down various charm sellers' inventory, I think of those in my life that *that* charm would fit: a Harley Davidson for my DIL, a sweet needle and thread for Susan, a kitten climbing -- Cat, and candles always make me think of listener. Speaking of which: my tiny tree has real miniature candles (3/4 inch) hand dipped candles in candle holders made from (it looks like) bead caps, brass wire and a brass bead, maybe 3mm. Perfect replica of the old German candle holders with counter weights. I'm pretty sure that with the "pattern" she created, I won't have much trubble making my own.
Hello all. Sorry it took Jackie's igit daughter to remind me that it's been too long since I stopped by here. To be honest, after three turkeys since Nov 10, I'm in the mood to make one of my fantabulous lasagnas. Gonna do it this Sunday.
Puddle, that sounds like a terrific project. Yes, wonderful fun.
I've never had a charm bracelet, but always wanted one. Hmmm, what would I put on a charm bracelet? A kitten, check! What else? A quill or old fashioned fountain pen, a book (even though I'm sure you're right that a book charm would look a bit odd), a piano or at least musical notes (I'd love a clarinet, that being my favorite instrument. But, sadly, though I own one, I can't play it. I mean, physically can't play it. My left hand can't move sufficiently. *sigh*), an American flag, a shamrock, an old fashioned gramaphone... pretty skimpy, eh? Oh well. Since I don't have one, I guess it doesn't matter.
I never liked Krispy Kremes either...way too greasy for me. But! It seemed that everywhere Dean and his team went in the early days of the campaign, Krispy Kremes were always part of breakfast. Howard later put a stop to it, because he was gaining too much weight! Ha!
The delicious food in the photo is a salad a friend made when we visited for lunch. Mmmm.
I passed Howard on the street this afternoon. He looked very well- still trim and with a smart suit on-none of that $200 Penny's stuff. Did not speak with him because he would not know me, but I considered it. There was no one else around.
That is an AWESOME idear for Christmas gifting, puddle! You're going to knock their socks off.
Bill, perhaps you could do as my son did and write each Christmas gift recipient a letter telling them what you admire and appreciate about them. When everyone sits and reads theirs at the same time, the room goes quiet and all the faces take on a warm glow.
Howard Dean and Krispy Kremes are First.
ReplyDeleteRemember Krispy Kremes? :-)
The people have the power...
ReplyDelete..sure wish someone was listening to the people.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/us_usa_taxes_poll
BTW, Pat Leahy said on Monday that the GOP is not going to trash the health legislation,
though he expects it will be have some changes.
So I'll bite (pun intended). What is that food in the picture?
ReplyDeleteSurely not Krispy Kremes. I think I remember them, unless I'm confusing them with something else. But if they're what I think they are, I never liked them. (Or were they some brand of store-boughten doughnut? If so, I never had one.)
Taxes: I think that two years from now, when the recession should be over, we should get rid of ALL the Bush-era tax cuts except the 10% tax bracket. Yes, I know it will raise my taxes, but I'm perfectly willing to pay for a functional government.
ReplyDeleteHealthcare reform: The Republicans have no chance at anything resembling repeal. And I don't see any significant changes that would simultaneously be acceptable to Republicans and not destroy the program.
Another pretty day here. Like yesterday, but with just a bit of wind. Funny how *warm* forty degrees feels in January.
ReplyDeleteDon't think I've said this, but as a direct result of my gorgeous, tiny, cunning little tree, I'm going to be making tiny trees for my near and dear next Christmas. Two part gift: finding the actual tree and/or learning to *make* them (which is proving a HUGE challenge), and finding the "ornaments" or learning how to make them. For the grandbebes, the themes will have to do with their hopes and dreams as well as their brief histories. The grownups will get trees more to do with simply history. For the "blank" ornaments (just to make the tree look like a Christmas tree), I'll mostly be using beads from the jewelery making section on ebay. For the theme ornaments, I'm mostly using charms. The scale of charms is pretty close to what I need for the size tree I'm using (9 to 18 inches). Things, so far, it looks like I'll be making: shotgun (only gun charms are either AK47s or pistols -- no rifles or shotguns); leaf rake (only available one was $14!); books -- somehow a pewter book looks very odd. . . .
Granddaughter has shifted specific interest from dolphins to stingrays this past year, so her tree will have both. Plus a clarinet charm because she plays the clarinet. . . . Tonio's will have an African theme, since he's African-American, and has been to Africa twice. Toyed with making the tree itself a banana tree or a plane tree, but decided the tree needs to be related to his American Christmas side, AND the other trees just don't have enough *hanging* places, lol!
Rick's tree is actually being the most fun, and various. Try thinking about your loved ones lives, and this one (the life) is awesome in its variety and scope. Six pairs of baby shoes, the above mentioned gun with which he keep those mouths fed, the year of raising a hundred chickens (he's only getting a half dozen, lol), a wheelbarrow, shovel, trowel, hand rake. A wrench, a saw and pliers. A forest ranger's hat, a John Deere tractor, six tiny glass lampwork eggplants, some tomatoes, peppers, turnips, and peas in a pod (which I'll be making). Will be making (spun cotton) zucchini, summer squash, pumpkins. A grizzly bear, whom he met, and polar bears, which is on *our* bucket list. A mountain (he climbed a bunch, and had several firsts). A tiny loving cup (am adding a base which will say: BEST DAD). One way or another, cap and gown and hood in appropriate colors. A rat, from an experiment in grad school. A skull collection (years as ranger/hiker/collector). A fishing pole, a fishhook, some fish. A boat.
Can you see how much fun I'm having, and it's only January.
As I scroll down various charm sellers' inventory, I think of those in my life that *that* charm would fit: a Harley Davidson for my DIL, a sweet needle and thread for Susan, a kitten climbing -- Cat, and candles always make me think of listener. Speaking of which: my tiny tree has real miniature candles (3/4 inch) hand dipped candles in candle holders made from (it looks like) bead caps, brass wire and a brass bead, maybe 3mm. Perfect replica of the old German candle holders with counter weights. I'm pretty sure that with the "pattern" she created, I won't have much trubble making my own.
ReplyDeleteHello all. Sorry it took Jackie's igit daughter to remind me that it's been too long since I stopped by here. To be honest, after three turkeys since Nov 10, I'm in the mood to make one of my fantabulous lasagnas. Gonna do it this Sunday.
ReplyDeleteNice to be back. Love y'all
Yeah, Bill, I thought they were store boughten doughnuts too. So, what we think they are must not be what listener means.
ReplyDeleteLovely to see you here, ma fren'!
ReplyDeleteSubway!!! HI!!! *hug*
ReplyDeletePuddle, that sounds like a terrific project. Yes, wonderful fun.
ReplyDeleteI've never had a charm bracelet, but always wanted one. Hmmm, what would I put on a charm bracelet? A kitten, check! What else? A quill or old fashioned fountain pen, a book (even though I'm sure you're right that a book charm would look a bit odd), a piano or at least musical notes (I'd love a clarinet, that being my favorite instrument. But, sadly, though I own one, I can't play it. I mean, physically can't play it. My left hand can't move sufficiently. *sigh*), an American flag, a shamrock, an old fashioned gramaphone... pretty skimpy, eh? Oh well. Since I don't have one, I guess it doesn't matter.
It was sunny here today and windy in the morning. Chilly though, since the heat was on all day.
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you back. Don't be gone so long next time!
ReplyDeleteYes, I can tell how much fun you're having. Makes me wonder what I could make as a Christmas present. Alas! That's something I'm just not good at.
ReplyDeleteFor Susan's soul. . . .
ReplyDeletehttp://cgi.ebay.com/Silver-Spool-Thread-w-Needle-Charm-/290518246316?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43a43ca3ac
I never liked Krispy Kremes either...way too greasy for me.
ReplyDeleteBut! It seemed that everywhere Dean and his team went in the early days of the campaign, Krispy Kremes were always part of breakfast. Howard later put a stop to it, because he was gaining too much weight! Ha!
The delicious food in the photo is a salad a friend made when we visited for lunch. Mmmm.
Saw this post on a friend's Facebook page.
ReplyDeleteI passed Howard on the street this afternoon. He looked very well- still trim and with a smart suit on-none of that $200 Penny's stuff. Did not speak with him because he would not know me, but I considered it. There was no one else around.
Awww, I was off at work when Subway came by!
ReplyDeleteGreat to see you here, dear blog friend!
Come back early and often! :-)
Ooh! Crushy alert! Close encounter of the Howard kind.
ReplyDeleteOhhh, I love it that you think of me when you see candles!! ♥ I loooove candles!
ReplyDeleteAre you thinking of hand-dipping your own candles? What height candle?
That is an AWESOME idear for Christmas gifting, puddle!
ReplyDeleteYou're going to knock their socks off.
Bill, perhaps you could do as my son did and write each Christmas gift recipient a letter telling them what you admire and appreciate about them. When everyone sits and reads theirs at the same time, the room goes quiet and all the faces take on a warm glow.
I'd love to see a photo of your cunning little tree, puddle!
ReplyDeleteLOL! :-D
ReplyDelete