Happy 4th of July
Hi Folks, A reader from Malaysia sent me the following: A young woman brings home her fiancee to meet her parents for the first time. After dinner, her mother asks her father to find out about this young man. The father invites him to his study for a drink. "So what are your plans?" the father asked the young man. "I am a Torah scholar" he replied. "Admirable" the father said. "But how will you provide for my daughter in the manner to which she is accustomed?" "I will study, and God will provide for us" the young man replied. "And what about children? How will you provide for them?" "Don't worry, sir, God will provide for us." Later the mother asked the father "How did it go honey?" The father answered "He has no job and no money and no plans, but the good news is he thinks I'm God." Have a great weekend. Cheers, Richard Roe AKA The Senior Bachelor
166 Comments:
Too much!!
Perhaps that is why my 3 daughter's Men treat me like a goddess!! Hmmm......food for thought.
Bon weekend a tous = great weekend to all from "la belle province"!
Ciao xox
Good Morning Richard,
That must be why I am where I am.. My Dad said" when I give her to you> she is no longer mine to provide for"
ha ha
Wanda
Well done! I am getting excited about the 4th, our little town is putting on quite an event and the 3rd. Hot weather, watermelon, squirt guns, parades, bands, dunk tank, corn on the cob, fireworks - I love the 4th of July!
Have a safe one everyone!
Good Morning Richard,
Good to see you must be feeling better as you can get back into the humor of things. Another hot day in AZ but a wonderful Jazz concert tonight. Wish you were here to enjoy it.
As I type, I am also wondering if there will be a can on the end of this message as like on 6-30. And I don't even know why.
Best wishes
Mary
Thanks to Happy for the assistance navigating the Bloggs, but you didn't say what state you were in, I think a geographic location helps me visulize while "blogging".
Your friend "Cath"
And to Richard, I thought I was going to have to use my "Big Bird" alarm clock. You know we start Blogging earlier than you get up out here, and you seem to RISE pretty early. (What is the "tongue and cheek sign" in Blogsville)
Anyway, I do not really own a Big Bird Alarm anymore, But if you had ever owned one you will STILL hear him squawking:
IT'S BIG BIRD, TIME TO GET UP!
OPEN YOUR LITTLE EYES NOW,
DON'T ROLL OVER AND GO BACK TO SLEEP!!!
ONE FOOT OUT OF BED,
NOW THE OTHER ONE!!!
HAVE A GOOD DAY,
AND DON'T FORGET TO WIND THE CLOCK!!!
Talk about annoying,if He did not get your attention he would go into his discourse again.
Thankfully, you COULD "forget to wind the clock".
Good Day Blogging!!! I am going to try to start to the lake early, and check on the Hammock.
LOL to all.
Richard,
Well I took my last name off and that did not solve the problem. I am still appearing with the delete can.
If you are in control of that, should I just stop writing???
Maybe I shouldn't be talking about the aspects of this process????
I still think what you are doing is good, as I stated yesterday.
I don't really have time for chat rooms or Beauty/Barber shop talk. I had read earlier that this was the only way we could talk to you.
I am among thousands of wonderful women "Out there" who,, of course "Feels" the pain and joy from others. (Sometimes I even feel like pinching myself to see if I am really so lucky to be where I am or have escaped that.)
My regular job is in the Psych field where I get paid to listen and offer suggestions.
On this blog sight I am looking for info about you and your quest.
I don't mean to offend by being so focused.
Sincerely,
Mary Rose
HI RICHARD
Happy July 4th to you, Richard and your family and all you bloggers! I'm one of those who gets dewy eyed looking at the flag and watching the parade go by. If the email I have received today,which is really too long for here,is the truth about the fate of the 56 men who signed our Declaration of Independence, we should be on our knees in remembrance of them! Long wave our flag.....
HI RICHARD,
I DID IT!!!!:) I BLOGGED FOR THE FIRST TIME. Hope all is well with you happy 4th of July!
A Message for the lady bloggers, Laughter is like Sunshine thank you all for lots of laughter while reading you messages to Mr R.R. you all are simply spectacular. Keep up the great work.
P.S. I appreciate the spirit of being who you all are "WONDERFUL WOMEN"!!!
Good day all -
A local weekly publication carries Free Will Astrolgy by Bob Brezsny - I do not hold much stock in all of this but he is funny. Here is part of what he said this week about my sign - Virgo - "If you think you're too small and insignificant to have a major impact, you've never spent the night in bed with a mosquito." and "In order for you to set in motion all the invigorating, far-reaching changes you now have the potential to initiate, you must believe you are as impossible to fight off as a mosquito in the dark."
Food for thought for you fellow Virgos out there. Never thought of myself as being THAT annoying but I guess I could be.
For those interested his Web site is www.freewillatrology.com
Happy 4th week end.
BikingPrincess
Happy 4th of July Y'all!
Shalom...Salaam....Goeie Dag...Hola
G-D Bless America
A delightful Posting with a deep message/reminder, thank you Richard
One of my Spiritual Guides/Teachers recently moved to Laguna Beach, California.
He wrote a book on Soulmate Relationships from a Spiritual/Kabbalistic perspective, of which I have one of the rough transcripts. Fascinating and makes sense, sheds 'Light' on the subject of The Soulmates.
No matter what there is always a 'bigger picture' to everything:)
I woke up this morning feeling excited about the 4th of July and politely started singing the American Anthem at the top of my voice, my neighbours in the house are both Israeli, they must've smiled at this early morning 'wake up' call...lol
From 'out of afrika'
Senior Bachelorette
Vj....alias ~~flowingwhitewater~~
Live Life With Passion!!!!
My Middle Son has an interview re. going to Kenya for six months, he'll be teaching the Women in one of the villages to farm etc. I have a strong connection with Kenya, the Masai,
Serengeti Plains, Mt. Kilamanjaro!
Afrika, the place of my birth!
Kulu Umethlu(one with big eyes).....The Abelungu(white people from the sky)...this is the language of The Zulus!
to mary r 119
Either everyone else knew; or no one else had a can; or you're a Scorpio & just couldn't stand the mystery of it!!:)
Yeah--this just about bugged the bejabbers outta me too. I wouldn't shut up either :) ! So here's what I learned: (I had hoped if I clicked on the can, it would delete the part of moi I'd most like to diminish..but(t)not so. :)
The trash can icon is yours to delete whatever you have written, if you want to. Par example: If you've told Richard you are "Fit, Gorgeous & FUN, etc etc"--just find your comment, and click on that icon, & for Heaven's sake, delete that baby NOW!
(snicker, snicker..hehe..evil laugh)
^..^ meow-meow phhhht!
You will then be taken through a process of deleting the comment. Afterwards, a "Comment has been deleted by author" message will appear where your comment previously was.
As far as I can tell, the icon appears only on our own comment spaces & maybe only on those who have gone through the "set up Blog site" process. you & I seem to be the only ones perplexed about it. At any rate: It's yours. Doesn't affect anyone else, so click away.
to Lady - Ain't it FUN!?
to Wanda :)
to cathyincarolina If you come up with a tongue-in-cheek symbol I'd like to know it. Meanwhile, there's the ;)wink, which is to imply teasing.
Happy July 1st Candian Blogettes! I just received an email this morning with this bit of wisdom:
I've learned....That life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes.
I've learned....That we should be glad God doesn't give us everything we ask for.
I've learned....That money doesn't buy class.
I've learned....That it's those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular.
I've learned....That the Lord didn't do it all in one day. What makes me think I can?
I’ve learned....That to ignore the facts does not change the facts.
I've learned ...That the less time I have to work, the more things I get done.
Well, I'm off to enjoy our holiday, so have a great day everyone - you, too, Richard.
Leslie from VanCan
I agree with Mary Rose -- Richard, thank you for the nice stories and quotes but what we REALLY want is information about you and the search and the journey. We have posed many questions and are extremely curious about what's going on with the logistics of narrowing the field. Since your time and energy are limited, as we know they are, we would most sincerely request that the information you take the time to impart to us be spent on telling us more about YOU and the journey. Respectfully submitted....
Howdy Richard!
Thank you for the info. re Manhatten Beach...checked out the website and as soon as I saw the Palm Trees, the beach and the ocean, it reminded me of beautiful Sea Point, Cape Town South Afica where I spent my childhood! Living in Toronto Canada is a far cry from feeling the cool sea breeze and sunshine 24/7 365 days a year!
Once a sunshine gal, always a sunshine gal! :) My VERY blonde hair is a Strawberry Blonde
after all 27 years of very little sunshine but still 100% al la natural!
Since I was 'knee high to a Grasshopper' I have dreamt of California literally and figuratively, and for whatever reason feel very patriotic when I see the Stars and Stripes! Life is a mystery and years and years go by and then in a flash one starts seeing the 'big picture' and uh ha
things start to gel as with a giant jig-saw puzzle all the missing pieces seem to fit together 'purrfektly' :) only to grasp it for a moment and then realise there is sooo much more to discover on this neverending journey of Self Discovery, Beauty, Wonderment and Adventure!
Carpe Diem
Senior Bachelorette
Vj...alias ~~flowingwhitewater~~
Toronto Canada
Hey Ladies (you too, Richard)
I have gotten so hooked on reading this stuff. I love it. And I think most of my comments are for Happy but I'm not positive so if I mention something that someone else wrote...please accept my apology.
To Wanda! I love that. I said that to a friend (young friend) the other day and she didn't know what I was talking about. Can you believe it? I told her to rent the movie ASAP and not do anything to irritate a wiser woman. "Let's face it, Girls. We're older (wiser) and better insured."
Also, I love the idea about continuing with the blogs and hooking each other up with our friends. Who doesn't have that great guy friend, like a brother, who you just don't/couldn't possibly click with. And there are so many awesome women here who are looking for a great guy. Truth be told, I think I've gotten pretty picky. I've done a great job of taking care of myself up to now. And I'm afraid a guy would have to come with a great recommendation like the one Oprah gave Richard. Okay, maybe not just like that one, but you know what I mean. I trust another woman's opinion. For me, it's difficult to meet men. I don't go to bars and most places you meet men. I do massage and it's unethical (not to mention weird) to think about dating any of my clients. So, what to do? I've just recently realized that life probably would/will be more fun and interesting with a life partner. And more supportive. Like Wanda, I've been dealing with my Mom and some very serious health issues. I'm sure all of us have been through similar situations and it is very tough. I guess it's those times of intense emotion (good or bad) that I miss having someone to hold onto.
Geez, how did I get there? Didn't really intend to get into that, but there you go...
I was thinking last night, after reading all the latest blogs, about what Richard is doing for the six months (at least) of this search. Someone mentioned that she had a date this weekend with a nice...guy. And I'm thinking that we are all going on with our lives; living, loving and laughing in the meanwhile. What about you Richard? I saw you on Oprah and got the impression you weren't currently seeing anyone. But since then, you have been named one of People's most eligible and I'm sure women in the area are taking advantage of their close proximity. Probably hunting you down on the beach, in the grocery store, and your local hangouts. I know you don't have loads of time considering all the videos and bios you must be receiving. Are you dating anyone now? Or are you committed to not seeing anyone until the search is over? One of the reasons I ask is that, in my experience, when I put something out to the Universe (as you have most definitely and literally done,) it tends to come to me pretty quickly. I'm just curious about who may have shown up in your life since this began...Okay, I'll leave that with you.
And I'm all in favor of new topics. Quite frankly, I think we ran the pinched nerve thing into the ground.zzzzzzzz If you get my drift... The kissing issue sounds like a good topic. Or the one about our turn-offs, do's and don't's for guys. I think it would be great info for us to pass along to our guy friends.
And finally, Happy, I really do believe you could easily have your own talk show or newsletter or anything else you'd want to do in the communications field. Girl! You crack me up! thanks, cuz there's lots of days I've been needing a good laugh. To all...
Live, Love, and Laugh Out Loud
Catbird
Thank you Happy,
Strangest thing, before your reply came through I received an anonymous message on yesterday's still growing comments saying it might be because I was new and then all the cans disapeared??? Good- however it happened. I am a Cancer; we are Kind-Hearted Loving Caretakers. Thanks for your help though.
No one has responded to my "Process Question" about 6 one month auditions/vacations where it is possible that anyone could "Fake it till they made it" verses Richard's first proposal of around a 6 month commitment. (Oh oh--I just used that 10 letter word) I realise that the longet idea would have to be open to changes dependant on real facts. Nothing is certain in life but change. Alternate plans would have to be in place or developed as needed. I just think the longer com_______ would show more real character, talents,sincerity,fortitudeadaptalilities,and (oh my gosh,) the ability to make decisions amid so many different people, cultures and customs. I hope there is someone else corageous enough to address this, especially Richard, now that he is better and removed from all the braces, pillows,wraps messages, Chiropractics and other cures. :-) ;-)
I bet we won't see that picture, but it could happen in the 6 month duration to any of us.
Sincerely,Mary R 119
Snoring, when "fixed" can be overlooked but "talking in your sleep"? Well that is just crossing the line in the sand!
(teeheehee)
Enjoy the holiday with much fun, frolic and friends.
OH OH,
I revisited a real
-affecting us all-
guestion and the delete can is back????????????
Mary R
HI....
Richard...good to see you in better spirits!! Cute thought for the day!!
Hope everyone has a happy and safe weekend!!
Linda
to catbird
(Eaasy here! I think we can become addicted...)
& all us connecting women
You can read too Richard..might pick up something useful. :)
Life definitely goes on for all of us, in spite of this exciting diversion, doesn't it? Our small world is a microcosm of it all. Any stuff that could happen to the universe could happen among us..& does. So to all dealing with a burden...this might make interesting reading for you.
I always have my computer on & it gets a quick 'consult' several times a day & a hit or two as well. I can sometimes be glib, but I do aim for sincerity. Friends & relations say they always enjoy my letters (remember snail mail :) because the reader feels they're 'right there with me'.
And yet, while I'm now writing a language most of us, including Richard, are able to read, there was a time & place in which women could not do that.
About 400 years ago in a remote area of China women wanted to put their feelings about their everyday life - the struggles, hopes, happiness, sadness - into a written form...just like the men did. Having been denied the reading & writing skills men had been taught, they did what women have always done: they improvised a way around!
They devised their own unique written language - I think they also sang in this language - and swore each other to absolute secrecy to not reveal its code.
The Nushu language, which is believed to be perhaps the only women-specific, women-only language, was passed down from elderly aunt, grandmothers, sisters & friends - generation to generation. They said 'it made our lives better because we could express ourselves that way.' Men were never able to learn it & even today scholars have a difficult time understanding & deciphering it.
When Chinese girls began to be taught Mandarin in school alongside boys, Nushu began to fade from usage. I believe the last speaker & fountain of knowledge of Nushu died in 2004 at 98 year of age.
Perhaps her longevity was due to the sisterhood of communication.
A phrase from that language says it best: "Beside a well, one does not thirst. Beside a sister, one does not despair."
Of course, we would all like to be able to substitute the word "soulmate" for "sister". And in these egalitarian times, I hope that for Richard too. :)
And not to forget the FUN we're having here, I just read today, that Fred & Wilma Flintstone were the FIRST couple to be shown in bed together on prime time TV !!
Ah--we haven't come so far, have we? It's still funny! ciao, too
To Mary Rose:
I believe your "trash can", as mine, shows up when we've posted a message. We can always edit or delete it (regrets!). I think it stays only while you're online. I posted something this morning from work and the can stayed even though other messages came later. Now from home, it's gone.
Why haven't more women filled in their free Blogger info?? I sure like to know who's writing, from where ... kind of get a picture of my fellow "colleagues in dreaming"!! Yes!! Get ourselves out there, to each other! I love reading everyone's blogs. I agree with most, ambivalent of quite a few, disagree with some. Nevertheless... we're all here for the same reason, aren't we?!
Anyway, if anyone is coming through NYC and needs help, suggestions, or would like to share a coffee, let me know!
Good weekend to all! And God Bless America, too!!
from Forest Hills
Greetings from Dublin.
It's midnight here and I just wanted to wish all of you in the US of A a great 4th of July holiday.
Also wanted to remind you of the Live8 concerts tomorrow .... the major effort to 'make poverty history'. These precede the G8 summit to be held next week. Just watched excerpts from the original Live Aid concert in Wembley which was organised 20 years ago by my compatriot Bob Geldof who rounded up a host of MAJOR STARS to take part. I'm assuming here that you are all aware of Bob and Bono (U2) and their 'MAKE POVERTY HISTORY' campaign..... very proud of my fellow Irishmen.
Concerts begin at 2pm Irish time. Concerts to be staged in London (the major one), Paris, Berlin, rome and Philadelphia (place close to your heart Richard?) ... Philly gig due to end circa 3am Sunday morning eastern time.
Hope all you US and Canadian people will contribute hugely to this campaign. 85% of the world's population will be able to see the show, which is being billed as the biggest live event in music history. God, I have to say I love being Irish ... lol ... just bear with me on this one.
So go people ..... rock on ....... and with the USA being one of the richest countries in the world, please do your bit to help.
As last time, Africa is the main focus, as I understand it. I spent quite a while in SA about a year ago and the people are wonderful but the poverty and the AIDS crisis is horrendous.
So that's my bit for today ... enjoy ........
Ciao ........... P
What ever happened to La Dolce Vita (aka CHI-TOWN GIRL OPRAH COUNTRY)?? Haven't read from you in a while. Update your blog! I agree with cathyincarolina, it's good to know the other bloggers, like "Happy". Let us know ourselves. Each other. Maybe even Richard might be curious enough to click on our Blog Name!
Happy 4th! from
Forest Hills
"Ah, sweet mystery of life..."
Trash can solved. You were right. It went away when I restarted the computer. Thanks
Mary R
Good evening ladies and Richard:
I too appreciate Happy. All of you ladies make me smile and I look forward to blogging and just being with other women and Richard.
He is always in the background isn't he. A common thread that is developing is that those of us who blog regularly could continue after the search is over. Great idea-we could name ourselves or something. Travel---meet and laugh. Today I am sad because after 18 months I went to the mountains to scatter my husband's ashes. My daughters and all of my grandchildren went and the "clouds cried". It was a very tender and special time with wildflowers blooming in "our spot" in the mountains. I have nothing witty to say other than I am so glad to be making new acquaintances and hopefully friends. Most days I am doing well with the loss. Sometimes it is just hard to be perky. So my fellow blogettes thank you for letting me talk. (You too Richard). O btw, he will tell us what we need to know when he is ready. We just have to be patient. Carry on ladies
Women of the blog and Richard -
My second blog of the day - I am getting addicted to reading about everyone else so have hopped in a couple of times - so now this has been my day - getting ready to volunteer at a food stop for a 200 mile bike ride through the hills/mountains north of Spokane, WA. Someone else has prepared most of the food but I stirred up some cookies for the event - oatmeal with dried cranberries instead of raisins and walnuts. Now I am going on a bike ride along the river so as my reward I can feel completely justifed in eating some of the cookie dough while baking them.
I agree with one of the anonymous blogers and would like to hear more about and from Richard/Dick -
And enough of the can stuff - what that is all about -
I enjoy the stories - there are so many great women out there - and what an interesting way to get acquainted - we could plan a blog cruise for those of us who are not traveling through the Southern Hemisphere. mmmmmmmmm sigh
Happy - your story about the unique language reminded me of the book the Red Tent and that women when around each other cycle together - that is those women who have not reached the crone age.
Enough for now - my bike ride and cookie dough treat await.
BikingPrincess
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To Klew - I know what you're going through right now having been through it almost 13 years ago. I hope you are able to have some sort of "closure" to that part of your life, even though it will always be a part of who you are and have become.
To Melanie - those cookies sound yummy! I, too, use dried cranberries whenever I can. They're great on cereal, in muffins, or in scones. I buy them in a little village called Fort Langley near my home in the Vancouver area. Hey, we're very near each other, relatively speaking, and I love your idea of a "blog cruise." Also, I read The Red Tent years ago and loved it! Hmmm, maybe I'll read it again.
Enjoy the weekend ladies and Richard.
Leslie from VanCan
Whew Trash can, I just WON"T mention it or think of it again. I surely don't know all about this system yet. It reappered when I went back in my Blog sight to question how to add photoes to my profile. It seems I use Compuserve for my e-mail: minc6@cs.com and something doesn't quite match here yet for pictures. I couldn't be as basic as this is all a new learning experience?? Can anyone tell me their solutions. I did send BLOGGER the question.
Their sight didn't ask me my favorite song. I'll tell you anyway :-). It's a country one: "If We Could live like we were dying" Great Concept!! I did a Toastmaster winning speech on that once. That speech qualified me up to region where I got too confident and lost my "Edge".
Date and Jazz Concert time.
Have a wonderful weekend. Mary Rose
Hi Richard~
What a great story....I'm still laughing! Thanks for sharing it on your Blog. (someone told me what BLOG stands for, but I can't think of it right now)
Have a fun filled fourth of July! I think I'm driving with friends to SD for a couple of days, and then back to LV to watch the fireworks.
Ciao! :)
Melanie and Leslie---I live in the great Northwest, just south of you Leslie on Whidbey Island and 4 hours west of you Melanie. Thinking about moving over to your area. A blogging cruise would be great fun. Women are such great people. Finished The Secret Life of Bees. Richard should read that book. He has given us a great gift in this blog.
HELLO RICHARD … AND LADIES OF THE BLOG!
TO RICHARD:
Thanks for sharing the cute story from the gal in Malaysia. And thanks also for allowing us to ramble on and on … and get to know each other … as we wait for updates and comments from you. I was thinking – since I am not ‘eligible’ – do you need an Assistant to help you sort and organize all of the packages that you are receiving? (Ha Ha – just joking).
TO SUZAN FROM FOREST HILLS:
Thanks for your nice comments regarding the DKM website. The reason that you don’t see me on the site (besides the fact that I was the one taking the photos), is because I am more like ‘the silent partner’ with DKM – until we get enough funding to allow me to make that transition totally. So I also work with another company doing corporate and non-profit projects and events. But almost all of the images in the video clip are from videos that I have produced and the production was a true collaborative effort between the three of us. I also designed and directed the production of the website … so though my pic is not there … my presence is woven throughout the entire site. : ) Since you mentioned that we can do our own Blogs – maybe I can figure out a way to put some pics on there. I will check that out. Until you wrote that – I hadn’t even considered that as a possibility. So … Thanks for the great idea!
Also - in NYC – check out this site:
http://www.trevanna.com/
You may be able to make a connection with someone who would be willing to help you shoot your video. You might be able to convince a film student or intern to help you. Many of them would be glad for the experience … but not charge many $$$’s. I’ve had lots of students offer to ‘work for experience’ … and I’ve even done ‘freebie’ stuff like that too - for a business colleague who needed a vid for ‘The Apprentice’ – so there are people out there who will help out – just for the fun of it. By the way, the Trevanna site was started, and is run, by Jennifer Freed (Jenny) – my younger sisters, husband’s daughter. : ) Anyway – hope it helps!
TO HAPPY:
Thanks so much for sharing the info about the women of China and their unique language. How fascinating! What an education we are getting – as we Blog away! I saw a Documentary a while back – that told the story of the feet binding of the women in China. It was so, so sad. Your info was a much more positive image of that culture.
TO P from DUBLIN:
I love Bono / U2!!! I will definitely check to see when the ‘Make Poverty History’ Concert is airing here in the states. Thanks for the info! I went to one of their concerts years ago, with an Irish friend of mine who lives in Chiswick, England. There were 8 of us together … we hired a Limo … we all wore black … we sang along to every song … and had our lighters held up high. : ) On a couple of the songs, I looked over at Robert and he had tears in his eyes. It was very moving to me … how the songs touched his Irish soul.
TO KLEW:
Ahhhh … words of wisdom about patience! I agree about Richard – that he will answer questions when he is ready. I keep thinking, 'give - the - guy - a - break'! And for those who want more - he does have a lot of info on the website … and an online search brings up additional info … and POP&ME sounds like another great source for those curious types (I’m going to search for that over the weekend – because it sounds like such a great Doc). And I believe ladies could probably get the transcripts from his appearance on Oprah as well … if they don’t feel they have enough information. And he is sending out regular newsletters and updates the Blog almost daily. I’m not sure what more others are expecting of him – considering this venture that he has taken on. I’ve always gone along under the premise that ‘patience is a virtue’. : )
Also - when I read your post … my heart went out to you. You are in my thoughts tonight. Bless you! And thank you for sharing from your heart.
TO MYSTIC:
‘Blog’ is short for Weblog. : )
TO CANADIAN BLOGGETTE: Regarding comments to Stephanie: “Ditto”! Life is way too short!! : )
A Happy Holiday to All!
Brenda
Good Evening Richard, Ladies,
Well I have returned home from spending the day with my mom.
She wasn't happy that we weren't going to make the trip to Idaho because my dad insisted that his health has rapidly improving, and is in much better condition than hers, but such a good day to be with my mom!!
To Click Girl: Forgive Me Please!!!
I have been so involved with what has been going on all around me that I just realized we have a new blogger! WELCOME!! I am sorry that you feel you can't send in a video, bio, picture, THAT IS BUNK!!!!! NOW LISTEN HERE GIRLFRIEND--- if you are walking -jogging 5 miles i think thats what you said? you are doing more than some of us.. what are doing girl get your stuff together and send it in........ now!!!!!
YOU MUST BE THE MOST BEAUTIFUL WOMAN ON THIS SYSTEM TALKING TONIGHT.. get real by Feb.14th, with a clean bill of health. what more can you ask for?
Now I am Late for A date with a 26 year old chef!!!!
gotta go gals, have a great night,
Wanda
Hi Richard,
Let me see if Blogging goes in and
out of this box.
Re: Snoring: My late husband snored so loud, one could hear him
throughout the house! It scared the 2 yrs. old grandson, but I liked it because I knew he was home! It's all attitude how one adjusts to situations.
To "travelin": What D.O. school did your ex attend? Me KCOM 1972.
Celebrate the big birthday of this country heartely!!!
Auf Wiedersehen, Ellen
Good Morning Ladies, (Richard)
To Klew and family: Please accept my condolences for the loss of your husband. I am so sorry...
As for the concert tonight, I hate that I'm going to miss "U2" :( they are my favorite. (I have a date :) "Arms Around the World" is one of my favorite songs, and of course, "Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For", ranks right up there. (How appropo)
Not sure this will help with the video solution but, it just so happens that a friend of mine is a photographer. All I had to do was bring a blank tape, she provided a backdrop and had a camcorder laying around that she never uses. I scripted what I was going to say, (pretty bad when you have to script your own life in less than 3 minutes..lol) I kept it simple, just stated facts. So you could check with a local photographer to see what kind of deal they will cut you.
To BikingPrincess, your cookies have made my stomach growl... :) I can only imagine! mmmmmmm
It's 7:00am on the east side, have to get to work..Have a great day ladies, Richard, will check back tomorrow as I'm sure I'll be dancing all nite! :)
Bye for now..
All my best to you Richard,
Marlyn
to mystic:
BLOG means WEBLOG (as in web log).
Hi Richard, Ladies
To Clickgirl,
I am glad you like my website. If you have any questions, please send them to me directly. I've never done a website in my life and one day when the time was right I sat at my computer and came up with it in 4 hours!!!
I'll check trevanna.com.
Klew,
It is sad but having his ashes scattered in the mountain is beautiful. what a great way to let go. I was part of a ceremony like yours in the mountain in Cherokee. It was very moving and powerful as a very strong wind started to blow and the eagle flew over us. lots of Love and Healing to you and your family.
Forest Hills,
I've got a couple of friend in NYC and New Jersey. It would be fun for you to join us.
Catbird,
Thanks for the info on the Nushu language. Never underestimate the power of Sisterhood!
to all: A cruise for us sounds great, if any male friends could join that would be the ideal setting to meet each other in a "fun" environment. I grew up in France and had no notion of "date" when I came here as an Au pair. We used to go out in group and well then you would find someone. The only "blind date" I had here was a disater. My friend gave my number to her friend. We talked on the phone and it was fine. Then we met, it was the longest meal I had ever had!!!!! His idea of having fun was going out and
getting "loaded", etc. etc. I never went on a blind date again! That is why I don't "do" dating service either. This blog is fun.
Patience is learned. I had none whatsoever when I was young-er. 14 yrs teaching adults with big egos taught me patience and compassion.
Ladies, if you can read between the line when RR write, you'll get some info. If you watched the video POp, they are some infos in there too. Because of a personal experience (not related to romance) I picked up a control issue between father and son because of the Money. Do I have to do what YOU want because you paid for the trip? Hopefully RR and Chris learned a lot from that trip. There was also the comment, when Chris was sick, by Richard that they were going to run behind schedule. Flexibility??
I also realize that Richard may not answer all of our questions because if we are here for the right reason: finding love and a Soul Mate, and not just be willing to go on a trip regardless, we may decide to withdraw or not send the tape at all. No one is perfect and in any relationship there are some give and take as we all know. It is easier to let go of some aspects we don't like but are still within our value system and preferences if we love the person. (drinking/smoking/drugs are out but an early morning bird versus an owl would be fine!)It is going inside out instead of outside in, does that make any sense?
Love to all, MyriaminVa
Dear Klew - arms around my dear
Ladies of the Blog - this is quite a process, each of you with different personalities. I was thinking if we all ended up at a resort we would probably bond for life. Being mature is so hip!
Richard - I cannot imagine how fun and yet overwhelmig this is for you, what an adventure.
Hello Richard and World! :)
Watching World Live 8 even Johannesburg South Africa!
A jam-packed weekend of the 'kick-off' to Le Tour De France, Lance Armstrong's last Race(I'm hoping he wins) Wimbledon and Venus Williams today too:)I am hoping she wins the Title again!
Looking forward to the day when the world is one of total peace and void of world hunger and suffering.
from... 'out of afrika'
Vj...alias ~~flowingwhitewater~~
Senior Bachelorette:)
Toronto Canada
p.s. we also have a Live 8 concert approx. one hours drive from Toronto in Barrie, Ontario
Ciao for now :) Again HAPPY 4th JULY U.S.A !!!!
Good Morning Richard and Everyone else in this forming Fellowship.
I need to almost appologize for my "Beauty/Barbershop" comment. I learned more tidbits of info yesterday then I ever could have imagined. In the real work, listening-listening to each word, noticing the body language and tone is a learned gift. On this sight we are already freely bonding to help each other.
I'm reminded of the hospital that only treated patients whoses arms wouldn't bend at the elbows. At lunch time in the new patients dining hall the wonderful stew remained steaming from the bowls. Everyone was sitting around the table unable to eat. They couldn't bend their arms. Down the hall in the inpatient dining hall everyone was enjoying the same type of stew and having a wonderful time. They were reaching out accross the table feeding each other.
I have already started saving money for our first of many get-to-gethers. I have a large place 20 minutes from the Tucson Airport. It will be my pleasure to open the doors as Host to any of you with just a little advanced notice. Richard,if you choose to come this way, you can have the in-law
suite. (It has a seperate computer hook-up and comfortable desk /chair.) You can remain as anonymous or public as you choose.
Sincerely, Mary Rose
Hi, all! I'm also new to blogging. Never heard of it before.
Forest Hills (Suzan) - I enjoyed reading your bio info. At your suggestion, I really did try to fill in the Blogger info but am somewhat reluctant to start filling in blanks without understanding what the blanks are for! I may have managed to get my name on - we'll see. Yes, I know there is a 'Help' icon but that doesn't seem to make much sense to me either at the moment. I'm in the middle of laryngitis and bronchitis so perhaps that's the problem (or else I'm just dense in the head!). If anyone wishes to offer insight, please jump in.
The reality is very few will have the opportunity (should she decide to accept - we always have choice) of travelling with Richard. Regardless of the outcome, we have a win-win situation here. This is a great site for women in similar situations to bond! We already know everyone doesn't smoke, do drugs, abuse alcohol, etc.. How great is that??
Cassidy - I loved your quote a few days ago. It gave me cause to stop, reread and ponder. Thank you for that.
Popcorn222 - Great story! How absolutely true. You can't please all of the people all of the time.
Klew - My heart goes out to you.
Leslie from VanCan - I smiled when I read your dream was to go to Singapore. I had the opportunity of living overseas while growing up and one of the countries we lived in was S'pore. I have very fond memories of the 3 years we lived there and it holds a special place in my heart. We left in 1973 - lots of changes since then. My email pal of 4+ years currently lives in S'pore (she's Chinese Malay) We've never met yet though I did have the opportunity to talk to her when we were both on the same continent this spring! Off topic, I was in Vancouver last week with my mom so we enjoyed your weather. It rained back home the entire time we were gone. It was really great hanging out with my mom though she claims I walked her socks off!
What I'd like to do is share with everyone my favorite travel web site. It is (drum roll please!) www.fodors.com. If you go to the forum 'talk', you can 'click' on any continent. There, travellers post questions and other travellers answer them. It's a wealth of information.
Ok, that's enough for an initial posting!
Ciao! Zoe from Alberta
Good Morning or After Noon? What ever the Case Maybe, Richard, and Ladies, Mary Rose!!! Wow!! Now that is the type of story I Love to hear, because: that is the type of story I like to tell!! life is all about Love, kindness, and sharing!! helping each other!! and having a good time doing it.. that is why I never ever go to bed angry. Smile Honey you have made my day... this is what I always--- I mean Always tell EVERYONE OF MY FRIENDS AND FAMILY THAT I TALK TOO ON THE PHONE BEFORE HANGING UP-
"WRAP YOUR ARMS AROUND YOURSELF AND SQUEEZE, THATS A GREAT BIG HUG FROM ME"
Have a Wonderful Day,
Wanda
Sorry everyone - I've now figured out how to edit the information. I'll have to fill it in later - I need a nap!
Zoe from Alberta
HELLO RICHARD, LADIES,
I must be in a hurry and just skimming here and missing out on whats going on.. Quit your worry about the can thing ignore it I get it all the time.. really it is
no big deal .. just think of it as humm like .. hummm oh oh like your special.. yeah . like you are special.. there you go.. no more worry..
HI CATHY!!!!!
Welcome New comers, Love to hear your stories as well, me I have never traveled like that as us "old bloggers" know..
At any rate.. I was going to tell you all about my blind date last night.. well 26 years old yep.. he was impressed.. but I wasn't.. he thought I was 30!! yeah!! of course he was drunk and we were on a boat, then we went dancing, he didn't dance.. but I did!! everyone else there were coming from the
"POW-WOW" OR "RODEO" OR
IN FROM "BOATING" I had a blast!!
tonight I have a date with a Cowboy age 43, tomorrow, with a gentlemen who owns a construction company he is quite young I believe he said he was only 30!! I will have to fill in the details as we go along.. anyway my daughter just shakes her head and says "You must just be eating this up huh Mom?" my reply of course.. is "yep" lol..for once in my life I am actually able to have fun!!! and not have someone telling me: "you are ugly-shut up and sit down-stay home"
And get this: I have nothing holding me down, so I am able to do whatever my little heart desires, It is so exciting to have wings' I am learning how they work- the first time I spread them out- whoa howdy-- it scared me to death-- I just about peed my pants-- well Maybe I did-- just kidding--
any way back to my date last night: after he kind of woke up a little he asked if I was going to spend the night with him!! say what? are you crazy????? He had to quickly-- find a ride with his friends home because, I told him in a very polite way, Look, I am a resectable lady, who resects herself, her body, I do not know you, I am sorry, but we will not be spending the night together.
He asked If I would take him home.
I said NO, however, I would be happy to call a cab for him. He said No, he would ride home with his friends. That is how my date ended. Well Ladies, OOOOpppsss and Richard, I hope you all are having fun, I need to help with some yard work, then a little laundry... then get ready for a date...
Just tooo much fun you know how it is..
BYE THE BYE: I AM GLAD THAT I BROUGHT UP "PATIENCE" it seems to be a great topic, yes it is a virtue, something that has to be learned! ahh yes indeed, a virtue.. keep smiling..
Have a great day,
Wanda
To Klew
From Suzanne of Mesa Arizona
I will be leaving tonight and hope I can meet up with you in Idaho. Can't wait to meet you. I have your tele so I'll give you a ring. I wish there were more ladies on my way up that I could stop and see. What a remarkable bond we've made here.
Klew, I just read your story about your husband. So well spoken and beautiful, I wish you the greatest of happiness in your new quest for life, love, peace, and don't ever think that you may not be the one (because who knows). All the ladies seem so wonderful and "HappY" - I feel like I know you already. "Wanda" you go girl. I've dated much younger men before, but I was always embarrassed, (embarrassed for them). Hee Hee.
I haven't dated in many years, but my heavens this "blog" as sure made me want to.
I'll be gone for two weeks. Maybe I can stop at libraries along the way and check and see how everyone is coming along.
We have a lot of new ladies signing up. This is sooooo fun.
Best to everyone, Suzanne of Mesa Arizona.
RICHARD I REALLY LIKE IT WHEN YOU PARTICIPATE MAKES ALL OF US FEEL SPECIAL.
Hi people.....
What a fantastic achievement for the organisers of the Live8 concerts. I watched the London one most of the day and it was fantastic. Also dipped in and out of all of the others and we have just switched over to the Philly one now which has attracted one and a half million people (think I have the figures right there).. Overall, the concerts have attracted billions of tv viewers.
I'm a little bit taken aback by the fact that most people here(with the exception of Clickgirl, Marlyn and vj) don't seem to be aware of the G8 summit and the global importance of 'making poverty history'.
May I ask you to come out of your own little area of the world for a moment and log on to www.live8live.com to sign your name if you agree with the fact that 50,000 people shouldn't die every day purely because of their geographical location. If it was happening in the US or any other western country .... well it just wouldn't happen, would it ... because something would be done about it. Well now the world's leaders will know how millions of people feel about the fact that it's happening in third world countries (especially African countries) and maybe the road to justice can be carved out by all of us.
If it's not an issue for any of you, that's obviously your choice but I felt I had to bring your attention to it as I think its horrific and it would appear it's not important in the US in general if this blog is representative of the people.
Love to all
Ciao ......... P
Hi everyone,
I am finally off my cruise, we have checked into our
bed and breakfast. (cute and in the woods outside Olimpic National Park in Washington state).
My late father in law went to Kirksville, my brother in law to New Jersey and my ex went to Nova Southeastern in Florida. That is also where my daughter will be going.
The Glaciers were awesome ladies. Wow! After the cruise break, my grandmother and I are going very flexible. So ladies out there, and Richard too. What is a must see in this part of the country? Grams hates cities, so I have taken San Francisco off my itinerary. Right now Grams is out enjoying the grounds of this gorgeous place.
Have an awesome 4th of July everyone and be safe.
To Ciao... P
It is not because I/we don't acknowledge your e-mail that we are not aware of it. I received several e-mails about it. All my friends are involved in it. Actually one guy next door set up a band outside on his yard and they are joining in their own way. Very cool!
PS Are you aware of 7/7/7 and July 21st? certainly different but as we are all connected whether we know it and/or understand it or not, the energy will affect everyone on the planet and beyond.
Love to all.
Ciao, Ladies, Richard.
yes, it is still used a lot in France to say goodbye. We love to borrow our neighbor stuff!
MyriaminVA
P -- good for you. I have asked Richard in my video to add a humanitarian aspect to our travel plans-- to participate in some project whether it is education or environment or health-- to raise awareness or money or something! wherever we go. We are so blessedly fortunate.....
leslie says: I FORGOT MY PASSWORD ON THIS THING - HOW DO I GET IT BACK? ANYONE KNOW?
To travelin - glad to hear you enjoyed your cruise. I just took my first cruise last summer to Alaska and had a ball. Which ship were you on? We were on Norwegian Sun and it was fabulous. Too bad you didn't stop in at Vancouver (or if you did, we missed each other). I'd have loved to meet you and Grams and taken you on a little tour of my area.
Not knowing where you are from, and not knowing exactly what you want to do or how you're doing it, makes it hard to make any suggestions. Are you driving? If so, the Oregon sand dunes are a sight to behold, also the Redwood forest near Crescent City in Northern California. Keep in touch and let us know what you're up to.
HI TO GRAMS :)
Leslie in VanCan
To Myriam
Sounds fantastic. I wasn't looking for an acknowledgement or an answer to my post and certainly wouldn't expect you to reply on behalf of anyone else! Just noticed that no-one else mentioned the upcoming event which as I said surprised me a little.
Enjoy the rest of your weekend.
Incidentally, I understand connections and energy very well as I have studied both pretty extensively.
To Ceesoo:
Thank you.
Love ....... Ciao ..... P
Hi Ladies,
Been a busy day at the beach and have been taking your advice to heart and getting fresh air and exercise. I'm very pleased at how you are all exchanging ideas, dreams, thoughts and conversation. Never in my "wildest dreams" did I think the blog would work out so well. Kudos to all! Several questions that have been asked have already been discussed either on the website or in previous newsletters or blogs. Please take a minute or two and review at your leisure. Men, as you are all probably painfully aware, are not very good talking about themselves and, those from my generation especially. I think people are best judged by their actions because, frankly, people can say anything-- I prefer to study what people do. So maybe that is why I talk more about what I have done than just talking about me. It's probably more comfortable for me. A favorite saying of mine (don't know where it came from) is "Let the deeds prove the man." Or woman! Now this is all pretty heavy talk on the eve of a holiday. That and the Live 8 concerts. Very important things with which to be involved. Having traveled to Africa and other poor areas of the world one can't help but be affected by it. We need to do what we can in the best way we can. Warmest regards, Richard.
Good Evening Richard, Ladies,
Just got home from my date about a half an hour ago....nice guy, but....I didn't feel any "shocker" when he kissed me on the cheek. What I also don't feel, is a romantic connection. He was a total gentleman and we had a great dinner. Great conversationalist. We went to a local club to dance only it was a dead nite in the town cuz of the National Balloon Festival. Anyway, they had the Live8 playing on the big screen, did anyone who is familiar with Bon Jovi hear his remake of his own song "Living on a Prayer?" My date was so moved by it, and he's a country music lover, that he wanted to dance to it. It's a lot slower version of his original and absolutely BEAUTIFUL, we were the only ones on the dance floor.
This gentleman and I met through a dating service and his profile states that he is only interested in meeting women for lunch, dinner/and or dancing, nothing long term. So that settles that anyway. Since I'm seriously looking for my lifelong companion, this works for me... He is a runner and he and I do plan to get together and run sometime and possibly play some golf.
BTW..I also found out what "commando" means tonight! :) MEN... I love 'em!
I can't remember what all was said on the blog tonight, so can't address anything at this time.. will reread later/tomorrow.
I'm going fishing tomorrow with friends at the campground...hope I get the BIG one..lol
Enjoy your holiday Ladies.
All my best to you Richard,
Marlyn
Hi all - just figured out my password thingy - had my user name wrong :( duh...
What a gorgeous evening here. Took me lil puppy for a walk and admired all the beautiful gardens in full bloom around the neighbourhood.
wanda - where on earth do you find all these men? Seems my life is full of women (not that there's anything "wrong" in that - aren't we all just great!). However, I work in an all-female environment, have unmarried sisters, no brothers, single girl friends, don't go to bars, etc. So...???
Richard: nice to hear from you and glad you're having a great weekend. I understand where you're coming from about preferring to talk about what you've "done" since that is how most men identify themselves, but I think most of us would like to know at least a few small minor details such as the last book you read, what kind of movies do you enjoy, have you ever been to any part of Canada, etc. Or are you saving all that for the chosen one(s)?
Happy 4th y'all.
Evening ladies and Richard, just got back from a Mariner's game--we lost again-duhhhhhhhh! They are reminding me of the 1980's team. That aside, I really appreciate the thoughts about my husband and the ceremony we had. He was Cherokee and we went to Cherokee a couple of time. He was from NC but fell in love with the Cascade Mountains of Washington. Quite a man. Hard not having him, but I am moving on and making new choices it has been 19 months today. We have to venture out and go forth. I do enjoy this blogging and look forward to what the Fellowship has to say, as someone aptly named us. We are all dream seekers and that is wonderful. Carry on!!! Nite.
Hello Richard and all One of the subjects today was about people of the world coming together for those whose needs are urgent. The overwhelming response is not surprising since the majority always reach out once aware of utter devastation. What ever you can give or do to support these causes can mean the difference between surviving and just existing. It makes you less concerned about your own problems when you are there for those who have been forgotten. On a personal level I have lived my life accordingly. For years I supported a child in a third world country; I came to the aid of a young man by directing his path to achieve political asylum which would have surely been a horrific death. (I'm proud to say he is now a neurosurgeon and speaks 4 languages); my Mom & I now help the community by cooking for the firefighters, paramedics & police in our town; help those in wheelchairs and walkers and those without cars. We also assist those who have served in the war. My brother was a Marine and I know what they go through. I am a survivor - cancer at 21 years of age which deprived me of having children; and just coming to terms with escaping domestic violence and my new marriage has ended in divorce. There's hope for everybody if you just believe. I'll be 49 soon and also entering a new chapter in my life which I embrace with open arms. It's great to have the laughter back in my life!
On a lighter note, Richard, you will be receiving info on special events in the O.C. for you & your family. Pageant of the Masters in nightly re-creations of classical & contemporary artwork by live models. Painting & statuary come to life while enjoying a full orchestra under the stars in Laguna Beach. There are also 3 other art festivals happening during the day which are all on Laguna Canyon. Big Bear Renaissance Fair to learn the ways of old & perhaps purchase a trinket or two. The annual Sand Castle & Sand Sculpture Contest creating dazzling displays held at Corona Del Mar State Beach. For sports and recreation, Richard, how about the 2005 AVP Pro Volleyball Nissan Series Huntington Beach Open? Bank of the West U.S. Open of Surfing & Beach games at H.B. The surfing capitol attracts world-class athletes from across the globe close to where I live. Also the U.S. Open includes skateboarding, inline skating & BMX Biking competitions as well. Perhaps you've heard of "Lords of Dogtown". It's a companion piece to Stacy Peraltas documentary - "Dogtown and Z-Boys" about the very young men who transformed skateboarding into a commercial extreme sport. There is also going to be a coastal rock cruise & later on a classic jazz festival. There is a Festival of Children w/celebrity appearances, activities, workshops, performances & fun for kids of all ages. These are just highlights of the many activities for the summer and through Labor Day.
Sometimes you can search the world over not realizing what you seek has been here all along.
This is lengthy but I keep my comment to one writing every week or so.
I'll be glad to forward some pics to your E-Mail add. of Huntington Beach, Orange County, California if anyone would like!
Love and peace to all!
Karenfrty8
Klew
'the clouds cried' .... what a beautiful expression ... thank you.
Love
Ciao .... P
Greetings Ladies,
I believe if Richard gives too much detail on what he is looking for then most of the bios would be similar. The unknown makes us use our inner creativity to bring out what we believe are our best qualities. I have definately enjoyed soul searching again, it has put me back into a reality and spiritual check.
Three important people in my life have passed on early in their life, my sister, my dad, and my husband, in that order. Every funeral that I went to there was a rainbow after the service, and on my dad's service there were 2. This is what I've learned and often, very often, tell my son (age 15) - Attitude is everything, time is precious so use it wisely, life is as good and fun as you make it (minus a few curve balls), and the only thing in life that is guaranteed is change, so don't be afraid of it.
May everyone have a safe 4th of July weekend. Independence is priceless. Michelle Bahr
Greetings Ladies,
I believe if Richard gives too much detail on what he is looking for then most of the bios would be similar. The unknown makes us use our inner creativity to bring out what we believe are our best qualities. I have definately enjoyed soul searching again, it has put me back into a reality and spiritual check.
Three important people in my life have passed on early in their life, my sister, my dad, and my husband, in that order. Every funeral that I went to there was a rainbow after the service, and on my dad's service there were 2. This is what I've learned and often, very often, tell my son (age 15) - Attitude is everything, time is precious so use it wisely, life is as good and fun as you make it (minus a few curve balls), and the only thing in life that is guaranteed is change, so don't be afraid of it.
May everyone have a safe 4th of July weekend. Independence is priceless. Michelle Bahr
to rr-sb
Richard - I agree that what people do IS more important than what they say. But I take issue with the second part of your phrase, "people can say anything", which implies that words alone are likely to be false.
And where does that leave the bios, the e-mails, the blogs, or the words on the tapes? Why have we come?
Hey Ciao...P, Ladies, Richard
Thank you for your answer. I often wonder if the world (and I know my workplace would be) if we did not assume things instead of asking.
I sure would love to share with you about our energy work. I am not sure this is the place though. I have a blog that I never activated on my website maybe it is time to do something about it. I am living what I studied and it is time to share.
I do agree about service. It is absolutely fantastic and very rewarding. I was a mentor in a county jail for 7 years the last 3 in maximum security, first one there, and that is why I love and respect Oprah so much. She has the guts to put on her shows "Restorative justice", "Inside the most dangerous prison in the States", "Living in NY sewage because of drug addiction", etc. I tought classes there on "Stress management and Spiritual awareness". I had 20 men from maximum security in my 1st class. The deputy was going nuts because I was alone with them in a classroom. Fear never entered my mind. Ubfortunately, I had to take a sabbatical because at the times, I could no longer transform the "negative" energy, (fear, anger, frustration, guilt, shame, etc.) I was picking up and I was getting sick. But I want to go back on a larger scale with a method that deals with emotional issues.
I am very happy to have connected with all of you. so much wisdom, happiness, joie de vivre.
Keep the infos coming.
FOR THOSE INTERESTED, there will be a worldwide meditation on July 7 (7/7/7) for the opening of the Lion's Gate Portal - The Solar Feminine followed by the 17th when the planet Leo moves into the sign of Leo bringing transformation and change and the 21st, full moon.
Astrology used to be a science which was lost when the left brain/Reptilian/male became predominant.
That is why it is so fantastic to hear the women voices rising once again all over the planet. (and men who have integrated their feminine side.)
Rihard, glad to hear from you. I sure would love to be on the beach right now. About men of our generation not being able to express their feelings! But the cycle is certainly being broken. I am witnessing with my daughter, son-in-law and their friends. I remember when fathers as well as mothers used to say: "boys dont'cry!" we have come along way and yet...
Men also have a feminine side. So Richard, you certainly are not afraid to cry which is a sign of a caring man (for me), one in touch with his feelings even though he may not be able to
express them. How about going one step further, one tiny step at a time if it is more comfortable, speaking up about one's feeeling is very difficult, not only for men, but this is part of intimacy, to be willing to be vulnerable. That is what I am learning through another group and it is very rewarding. Intimacy by the way is not only for romantic couples.
So look into your heart and see what you feel comfortable sharing with all of us. It will be appreciated.
Have more fun at the beach and if you get sunburns, cover yourself with honey then the bees will had a ball!!!
Love to all,
MyriaminVA
Good Morning Richard, Ladies,
Last week I saw that movie "The Girl in the Cafe'" It was an awesome movie about the G8 Summit. A very powerful movie that projects a message as to the power of "one" voice. A must see! We are a country of 300, 000,000 voices. Africa not only suffers from hunger, but malaria and HIV.
To Michelle Barr, I am truly sorry for all of your losses..my heart goes out to you. And I like what you said about attitude and change. I will pass this one on to my grandsons. Who, btw, are awesome and adorable... :)
Well the campground and fishing gods are calling me.. :) will touch base later.
Blog on...
Truly yours,
Marlyn
Well Good Morning Richard, Ladies,
One thing for sure.. You can't let life pass you by!!!!
As I was quickly reading this morning, someone asked, "how do I meet all of these guys?" Well some are blind dates, and I have to trust my friends, family whom ever, and they will not put me in a place where I am uncomfortable.. as for the others.. well I have met them in the Post office, at the Mud bogs, at the Rodeo Grounds, at the Grocery store, At the Lake, At the Gas pump, At the Clothing store, at the toy department, at the hardware store,
at the courthouse, do I need to go on? All I did was SMILE AND said "Hi" then ASK THEM "HOW ARE YOU TODAY?" After a reply we usually have a conversation unless they are in some kind of a hurry, I myself have decided that I don't need to rush through life any more, you know what I mean? I have been out with men who have handicaps, such as wheelchairs, speech impeds., ect.., there is no reason in the world for me to think that I am better than anyone else, and I don't know that the love of my life isn't SITTING before me!!!
I have been raised to think never put all of my eggs in one basket..
Sorry Richard..
even though you have stirred something inside me, I am not going to just pine away.. I am living every day.. 25-75 healthy, not so healthy, you know what..
if GOD has prepared him for me and the package was a little damaged getting here, because, I in fact got damaged myself... and we are soul mates.. by the GRACE OF GOD we will find each other.. and I am ready to accept my package..
so with that said..
My date last night was a BLAST.. we were rained off the boat, so we came back to the farm and had a quick bar-b-que, then played corn hole, later we spent the evening in the horse trailor-- no it hasn't had horses in it- it has been modified to live in-- Jed my date- quite the Cowboy.. had a lot of laughs a great time! I was home at 1:30 this morning.
so now I am off for another wonderful day, you all have the same,
Wanda
Hi Ladies and Richard,
We were on the Norwegian Spirit. It was a 7 day cruise that left and ended in Seattle. I am driving the whole way. So Oregon is definately on my list. My daughters best friend lives there and I miss her so much. She's like another child of mine. I collect kids.
Today we have to do laundry, and then we are going exploring this gorgeous area. Taking lots of pictures. Grams is ready to start her day and get things dons. So have a fun day everyone. The Washington state beach is beconing.
anonymous - I agree there is always plenty to do in your own area. However, it is only through travel that we get out of our comfort zone and away from our home turf and experience different cultures, languages, ways of doing things and in this way learn more about the world and the people on it and in the process, more about ourselves as well.
It's experiences such as stopping at a small Italian village while lost in the mountains and asking for directions when no one else speaks the same language that I cherish. You very quickly communicate with lots of pointing, much stomping of feet and, of course, the requisite hand gestures! (The wife was such a dear - while her husband was showing me how to connect with the road we wanted, she went into the house and emerged with 2 slices of pound cake for my sister and me! Needless to say, there were hugs and photos before we went on our merry way.)
Or arriving at a small Fijian island where most tourists don't go, only to find out we have the last room in the hotel for that night, the hotel is booked solid the next night (we unknowingly arrived the only weekend the town was hosting some sort of school soccer play-off!), and the one flight out the next day is totally booked! Great - now what?
Please don't take this as a negative - I think it's great that you have so many activities and so much variety. For lots of people, this is enough. I can only speak about my own personal experiences and for me, it doesn't compare. Just my two cents worth.
Zoe
Greetings Richard!
Just happened to stumble on an interesting story on TV about a man who has settled in Tuscany with his family. His name is Umberto Menghi. Originally he studied to be a Priest and his peers say that he is such a beautiful Soul that he would more likely have reached the level of becoming Pope had he persued his
original quest of priesthood.
A lovely story indeed with him walking through his vineyards of Tuscany and cherishing the moments with his family and friends. The sunshine of Tuscany seems to cast a golden hue/aura across the vineyards and valleys(an artists dream) My favourite Italian singer Andrea Boccelli lives in Tuscany too!
A beautiful sunshiny day here in Toronto, perfect for a naturewalk near one of the rivers running through the city parks. I love to bike ride but my left arm is still in the healing process.
All I can say to yesterdays Live 8 show is WOW and hope the message gets through to the G8 Summit this coming week( I too signed the Petition) we all as ONE Heart and Mind can join the ranks of making world history and a better place for all Humankind!
carpe diem
from 'out of afrika' :)
Vj...alias ~~flowingwhitewater~~
Toronto Canada
Good Afternoon Everyone!
Happy 4th to you all!
Klew - I was touched about the ceremony for your beloved husband. You & I both know the meaning of the strong winds coming in & the eagle soaring overhead. My fathers grandmother was full blooded Cherokee from N.C. & he took my brother & me to the Cherokee Nation also because he wanted us to know our roots. At age 27 my father became the 2nd youngest Chief of Police in the United States in Cocoa Beach, FL. back in 1956. The mayor was only 35. They held that town together! My fathers parents were of Scot/Irish descent. On my mothers side, her grandparents were the Winthrops of England whose descendents were the Govenors of Connecticut & Massachusetts. Last but not least, my mothers fathers parents were from Baden-Baden (The Black Forest) Germany. The end result is my brother & I are a Heinz Variety, as I'm sure most of us are. I'm glad they didn't come over on the same boat because one set of grandparents raised many children & had laughter & music in their lives; whereas the other set of grandparents were cold & distant!
The reason for this background is the common thread that ties us all together in so many ways. The traditions of our ancestors is apparent even today.
When we look back, the stories come to life keeping grandchildren spellbound and their laughter fills our hearts with joy!
Just another subject to be shared on the blog. Don't you think?
My heartfelt condolence to all those who have shared a loss of loved ones.
We can all share special moments as Richard did in Pop & Me. That film captured every emotion and started a wonderful wake up call.
Thank you Richard and Chris!
Karenfrty8
To Wanda, On Sunday, July 3, you commented on going to a BBQ yesterday and then played a fun game called corn hole. I've never heard of that game. What is it?? Is it a Southern thing??
To Zoe,
Thank you for writing. I'm the lady from California. Just wanted to say you are absolutely right; however, I have traveled extensively, learned and enjoy many other cultures, studied a foreign language so I am fortunate to have the best of both worlds. I do look forward to furthering my travels. I've especially enjoyed how we all communicate without knowing each others language but still manage to get the point across with a lot of laughter on both sides.
I just wanted to share whats going on in our neck of the woods!
Karenfrty8
Have an great 4th! Enjoy the fireworks! Celebrate life,liberty, and the pursuit of happiness!!
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Cornhole? Suppose it's like Baggo, maybe? - An outdoor bean bag toss game?
What a great venue on Live 8 I live near the small city of Barrie, Ontario Canada, but alas I didn't have tickets so watched it at home. Brings back memories of the 60's and the concerts I went to. What a great way to get the message out to the world. One thought, what about all the poverty in our country. I feel that we should be fixing our own back yard then the world. I do a lot of volunteer work and I see families struggling to keep a roof over their heads. Schools that supply breakfast to students because their parents can't afford to feed them. Food banks that are struggling to feed more families than ever. Didn't mean to go on but any help we can give our communities is welcome.
Richard, I agree wholeheartedly. People can say anything but still not be themselves. The real test is to introduce a partner to your friends and family and see the interaction.
I'm doing some writing right now about my son. Before he left he wrote "Remember! Measure your wealth in friends and not in dollars. All the money in the world can not change the fact that we are no one unless someone loves or cares for us."
To Wanda Whitwater: I don't know your age. Personnaly I couldn't go out with a man a 10 year span above or below me. In the last few days a 37 and 26 year old emailed me at a dating site. I just delete them. There just is no mental commonality. But each to their own. I'm not saying you're wrong. Have fun with it. We only live once.
To all bloggers: The Liva8 was spetacular and very moving. It makes my heart swell to know that we are trying to eradicate poverty. I belonged to a Poverty in Action activist group until it folded up. There are so many important issues to fight for. I'm looking forward to the next ne