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Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/05/blush-topless-undershirt-giveaway.html

Linda — Sat, 16 May 2009 14:02:00 -0000

I would choose the white one.

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/09/got-free-ecards-15-amazon-giveaway.html

Linda — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:51:28 -0000

I like Working On Your Birthday, I sent it to a friend.
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Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/09/sunday-stealing-913.html

Linda — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 08:23:41 -0000

It is interesting reading the heights, we are similar in height.

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/10/dominos-oven-baked-sandwiches-giveaway.html

Linda — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:48:43 -0000

I would order the Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich for myself and the Italian Sausage & Pepper Sandwich for hubby.
lgrieser(at)sbcglobal(dot)net

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/10/got-free-ecards-15-amazoncom-giveaway.html

Linda — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:44:15 -0000

I really like the Halloween Carnival e-card!
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Re: http://www.misscouturable.com/2008/02/sunday-six-february-17th-2008.html

Linda — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 23:37:00 -0000

I visited Stanford two summers ago. Isn't it just lovely? I still have many more universities to visit, though.

By the way, those cupcakes look delicious. I'm not much of a baker myself. Ahah.

Re: http://www.misscouturable.com/2008/03/plan-for-junior-prom.html

Linda — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 17:16:00 -0000

I want a dress just like that for my prom. I'm completely in love with 30s-50s style dresses. :]

Oh, this is off-topic, but I was wondering if you knew anything about the National Student Leadership Conference? I received an invitation to it, but I have many other things piled up on my plate this summer, so I'm not sure if attending the conference would be a good idea. So any information that you know about it would be very helpful to me. Thanks! :]

Re: http://www.misscouturable.com/2008/03/girl-power-refaced.html

Linda — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 22:36:00 -0000

I think a lot of young people associate themselves more with Victory because she tries to prove herself. Mia, on the hand, has already proven her capabilities and is now trying to make a place for the modern woman in a modern man's world.

Re: http://www.misscouturable.com/2008/03/tell-me-where-to-begin.html

Linda — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 14:19:00 -0000

How cute. I love Asian pop culture. :]

Re: http://www.misscouturable.com/2008/03/east-coast-college-visits-part-1.html

Linda — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 01:36:00 -0000

Oh, UPenn! It's my dream school. < 333

Re: http://www.misscouturable.com/2008/04/tonight-is-night.html

Linda — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 19:54:00 -0000

I have been counting down the days since March, but just last week my oh-so-insensitive physics teacher said we have a test tomorrow.

You can only imagine the way I said, "But... Gossip Girl is back on Monday night!"

Of course, he simply replied, "Gossip Girl doesn't decide your future."

I couldn't help but think that he was terribly mistaken because I watch Gossip Girl for the clothes, and since I am seeking a career in fashion marketing, wouldn't Gossip Girl indeed be more important for my future than physics??? ;o

Too bad that won't go well with my mother. Have fun watching tonight. ;D I'll have to catch up on the weekend.

Re: http://www.misscouturable.com/2008/04/hiatus-until-may-16th.html

Linda — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 11:43:00 -0000

Ugh. I have to take that APUSH exam on May 9th as well. Words cannot even describe how scared I am, especially when people at my school expect everyone to get 5s.

And I can totally relate to you about the working thing. It seems as if I have to work three times as hard to just barely catch up to everyone else, who manages to get to bed by midnight every evening.

Re: http://www.misscouturable.com/2008/06/next-time-that-i-gaze-lustfully-at-pair.html

Linda — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 02:19:00 -0000

I have the exact opposite problem, really. I own a billion pairs of flats, but very few heels. It's quite a predicament because my feet hardly look very good in heels. I'm picky about them, too. =/

I changed my blog, by the way. Comment back if you would like to re-link...? (:

Re: http://www.misscouturable.com/2008/11/night-to-remember.html

Linda — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 17:52:00 -0000

I find it hard to believe you're liberal.

Gabrielle: While, in theory, religious views shouldn't dictate legislation, it's harder to defend in practice. Whether one chooses not to believe in God or if one does, the ideology that an individual has been brought up with (especially within an institution so powerful such as a church) makes it difficult to exclude such factors in decision-making. Not to mention, traditionally all kings answered to the Holy Roman Emperor.

Re: Food recipe: ‘Nanner, the Superhero of breakfasts

Linda — Sat, 27 Jan 2007 23:37:00 -0000

Yum!!! Thanks for all the helpful tips too! Great blog!

Re: Pizza my heart

Linda — Sat, 27 Jan 2007 23:40:00 -0000

The boyfriend was just bugging me to make pizza this afternoon. He's OBSESSED with olives, and the best money can buy. I never thought to put those on a pizza, and with pesto?! Delish! I can't wait to try it. He's just dozed off but he sends his thanks ;)

Re: Going on vacation

Linda — Sun, 25 Mar 2007 16:20:27 -0000

Een hele fijne vakantie! Fantastisch om al die landen af te gaan!
Hou ons op de hoogte.
Linda

Re: Shea Terra Organics Giveaway plus good green news!

Linda — Fri, 16 May 2008 01:13:00 -0000

Because I have been burning the candle at both ends for way too long.

Re: Stonyfield has my vote and one lucky winner will get $50 in free yogurt!!!

Linda — Sun, 11 May 2008 21:29:00 -0000

yobaby yogurt is the best! my son loves every flavor, but the vanilla/banana 6-pack is his favorite.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/ho-ho-ho.html

Linda — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 17:03:00 -0000

He he he -- I love the mid-air shot! We were talking today at work about that very thing - how kids don't understand or care about how much a gift costs, but whether or not they can actually have fun with it! Have a good time shopping. Enjoy it while it's fun. Before long you're Christmas shopping will be for things like clothes and gift cards and pink camo car mats. Well, I hope not pink, but you get my drift.
:-)
But wait -- if they want pink, that's probably okay, too...

Re: http://julflickan.blogspot.com/2009/11/tavling.html

Linda — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:42:30 -0000

En julig bok i soffan till den varma glöggen låter inte helt fel :-) ... Tar chansen och deltar i tävlingen...

http://lindamattsson.blogspot.com/2009/11/en-till-tavling.html

Re: Kärlek!

Linda — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 12:50:01 -0000

Det är så det ska va! =)

Re: Leifi – Sinnpaj!

Linda — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 16:54:54 -0000

HAHAH, han ringde mig alldeles nyss! :D

Re: Nyhetsreporter åker skateboard!

Linda — Mon, 30 Oct 2006 15:29:02 -0000

ser ut som att han snor pengar ur plånboken eller avd d et är:P

Re: Hoppsan!

Linda — Thu, 04 May 2006 18:01:25 -0000

får man verkligen skriva så i tv? ;p helt sjukt.

Re: Ingen veckopeng!

Linda — Wed, 15 Mar 2006 11:03:14 -0000

Hahah! Fan va roligt! Klockrent.

Re: Tidningsurklipp 2

Linda — Thu, 04 May 2006 18:03:30 -0000

bra annons haha

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/05/fancy-fortune-cookie-giveaway-2.html

Linda — Tue, 05 May 2009 16:58:00 -0000

I would get the chocolate fortune cookies.

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/05/snog-lip-balm-giveaway.html

Linda — Mon, 25 May 2009 15:08:28 -0000

The Virgin Cherry would be my favorite.

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/06/bolaball-review-giveaway.html

Linda — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:13:31 -0000

We love to play outdoor games and this really looks like a fun game, the Balaball balls come in yellow,red,green,blue,pink and orange.
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Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/03/country-bobs-giveaway.html

Linda — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 21:26:00 -0000

I haven't tried this sauce because I haven't been able to find it in any of my local stores. I would like to try it. Thanks

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/04/chilis-guiltless-grill-giveaway.html

Linda — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 17:21:00 -0000

I would order the Guiltless Buffalo Chicken Sandwich.

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/03/book-giveaway-carnival-10-amazon.html

Linda — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 20:25:00 -0000

The Once and Future King by TS White.

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/05/woo-hoo-make-me-winner-giveaway.html

Linda — Sat, 09 May 2009 13:10:00 -0000

Woo Hoo! Make me a winner!

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/05/woo-hoo-make-me-winner-giveaway.html

Linda — Sat, 16 May 2009 14:03:00 -0000

Woo Hoo! Make me a winner

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/05/woo-hoo-make-me-winner-giveaway.html

Linda — Tue, 05 May 2009 17:00:00 -0000

Woo Hoo! Make me a winner

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/05/fairytale-brownies-giveaway.html

Linda — Tue, 12 May 2009 16:06:00 -0000

I'd like to try the Pecan Brownies.

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/05/fairytale-brownies-giveaway.html

Linda — Sun, 17 May 2009 17:31:00 -0000

I love all brownie but the Patriotic Dozen looks yummy!
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Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/05/good-thymes-bath-body-giveaway.html

Linda — Sat, 09 May 2009 13:08:00 -0000

I'd like to try the Pina Colada Silky Smooth Lip Balm.

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/04/boogie-wipes-review-giveaway.html

Linda — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 21:41:00 -0000

kids sneezing and losing it all!
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Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/06/misikko-giveaway.html

Linda — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 15:30:03 -0000

I'd like to have the Farouk CHI Pro Hair Dryer.

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/05/exergen-temporalscanner-giveaway.html

Linda — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 16:22:26 -0000

It is non invasive and easy to use, just hold down button and swipe across forhead.
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Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/07/trix-swirls-giveaway.html

Linda — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 12:28:46 -0000

When I was a kid I always got to pick out my cereal and my favorite cereal I would pick would be the cereal with the neatest free toy inside!
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Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/05/fancy-fortune-cookie-giveaway.html

Linda — Tue, 05 May 2009 16:49:00 -0000

I would choose Gourmet Hazelnut Giant Fortune Cookie Milk Chocolate Dipped.

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/07/affresh-review-giveaway.html

Linda — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 20:11:10 -0000

I learned that "the Power Puck tablet uses oxygenating action to lift many of the residues from the surfaces you can't reach in your washer."

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/07/barbar-flat-iron-giveaway.html

Linda — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 20:54:15 -0000

I'd also like the Barbar Ceramic ECO 8000 Blow Dryer.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/shadlowlands.html

Linda — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 20:20:00 -0000

Well said. And it IS time to start thinking about those 2008 goals! Wow!
You've really accomplished quite a lot this year, my dear.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/harvesting.html

Linda — Sun, 18 Nov 2007 13:56:00 -0000

Cool. When you're finished you can bring that purging energy right over here...
(And don't worry -- if I ever hit the big lottery, I'll save out $50,000 for you to have to organize your studio.)
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/fill-tank.html

Linda — Sun, 18 Nov 2007 19:51:00 -0000

Yeah -- go paint something!
;-) I've missed your painting, too -- even thought I've LOVED your photography and blogging topics. Actually, I think you should continue with the photography and other randome blogging topics, but add the painting back in. Or something like that.
Hey -- take a photo of that clean studio!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/textures.html

Linda — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 22:03:00 -0000

:-) You will be.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/victory.html

Linda — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 16:52:00 -0000

Hmmmm, I have a video camera -- we could just tape the actual family victory dance. (Great idea, Teri!)

You know me -- I believe in dancing (victory or otherwise) every single day. Probably not with a kid's abandon, though...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/chiquito-bandito.html

Linda — Wed, 21 Nov 2007 16:36:00 -0000

Yeah, he looks guilty. Chico el Bandito...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/reflecting.html

Linda — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 22:29:00 -0000

:-) Happy Thanksgiving to you!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/raiders.html

Linda — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 20:47:00 -0000

:-D Aaaargh indeed! Bring home leftovers...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/gazing.html

Linda — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 20:20:00 -0000

The rules of ogic, vision, physics, etc, do NOT apply to chocolate. You know that! Jeez.
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/gazing.html

Linda — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 20:21:00 -0000

uh, LOGIC (not ogic -- ogic is an obscure science that we are not allowed to discuss in public)...
LOGIC.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/in-case.html

Linda — Sun, 25 Nov 2007 22:45:00 -0000

That's because his name is Ron-OLD.
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/catch.html

Linda — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 15:43:00 -0000

:-) I love seeing him in his mutant turtle baseball suit! Your kids are so cool.

Now -- what shall I try new?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/magnificent-one.html

Linda — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 21:12:00 -0000

Oscar IS cool. :-) I hope he stays around for a long long time.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/ridiculous.html

Linda — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 21:13:00 -0000

:-D I'll be singing that for days now.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/if-you-can-do-time.html

Linda — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 18:39:00 -0000

Hmmmm.... seems this type of treatment has been going on for a long time. I posted an example of an earlier version...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/forty-five.html

Linda — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 17:54:00 -0000

She IS beautiful! Great tribute to your entire family.
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/d-ornament.html

Linda — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 19:23:00 -0000

And why NOT a Christmas frog?
:-D I love it!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/j-ornament.html

Linda — Sun, 02 Dec 2007 17:41:00 -0000

Yeah -- great critique! I'll bet your Christmas tree is fun.
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/rocking-horse.html

Linda — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 19:01:00 -0000

He he he -- or should I say -- ho ho ho! Who knew you had that obsession? And that it could last for so long! uh, not that sixth grade was that long ago. Nope. Not long ago at all. I would go so far as to call this a recent obsession.
;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/its-beginning-to-look-lot-like.html

Linda — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:34:00 -0000

I love the Christmas napkin rings -- and your Rudolph is PERFECT!
;-) And how DID you get that mobile up there (D & J are offering me money to find out...)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/christmas-in-whoville.html

Linda — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 18:30:00 -0000

Whoville! It DOES look like it belongs there! How wonderful!

(Ron-OLD ... snicker snicker)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/self-portrait-with-deer.html

Linda — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 22:04:00 -0000

Sorry ... but funny, too! The photo rocks! It must just be one of those days ...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/only-18-drawing-days-left.html

Linda — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 22:17:00 -0000

I love the drawings and the stories! The thing about being Catholic cracked me up. I can't tell you how many times over my life people have assumed I was Catholic. They would tell me I just LOOKED Catholic. (???)
;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/only-18-drawing-days-left.html

Linda — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 22:19:00 -0000

...oh, and a good Mary is supposed to look a lot like a thin female Buddha. At least I think so...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/just-whisper-it-in-his-ear.html

Linda — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 22:31:00 -0000

Oh, that's so cute -- bless his little heart! I'm glad you posted it!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/angels-and-heaven.html

Linda — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 22:35:00 -0000

Hmmmm.... That's a very good question. Why DO we make them so bee-yooo-tiful when they are described as rather, well, imposing figures. And don't even get me started on seraphim...

Fortunately they don't guard the bit of heaven that includes Kisses. Have you tried the mint ones? Oh my.

The drawings are marvelous!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/flying-santa.html

Linda — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 06:39:00 -0000

Wheeee! He looks like he's having FUN! :-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/i-little-bit-country.html

Linda — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 20:08:00 -0000

:-D I LOVE it! The drawing is perfect (have you mastered Pink Floyd yet?) and I love all those colors in the reflections in the ornaments. Very cool.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/stockings-were-hung.html

Linda — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 18:48:00 -0000

Cool. I think you should try and do a self portrait this evening.
;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/danggle.html

Linda — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 16:26:00 -0000

How pretty! They would be lost on a tree -- cool idea to hang them in the DR. :-) Can't wait to see the cool teeth pics!!!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/swiftly.html

Linda — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 19:40:00 -0000

Oh no! What a terrible week to have all the tooth trouble... well, okay ... there never is a really good week for tooth trouble, but you get my drift. I'm going to refrain from any bad puns about you really sinking your teeth into your drawings or anything silly like that. It's just too darn easy. And I won't mention the Tommyknockers...

I like the silver reindeer with the reflections -- I even recognize the room! And the two headed chicken cracked me up!
:-D Feel better soon.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/little-ben.html

Linda — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 19:52:00 -0000

I love his black chin! I'm so glad you were able to find a good kitty to take home!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/monkey-business.html

Linda — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 19:53:00 -0000

Beautiful! And tell D HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I didn't know!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/12/pear-up.html

Linda — Sun, 30 Dec 2007 11:55:00 -0000

Ooooh -- I LOVE them! The second one is my favorite though -- I really like the Very-Nearly-Out-Of-Control feeling about it!

And I'm getting my house back this weekend, too. We may even get the OUTSIDE stuff taken down this afternoon -- it depends on whether or not I can get D off of iTunes today!
;-D
And it IS good to have an art buddy. I'm getting my thoughts together to be ready for Tuesday!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/01/lofty.html

Linda — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 20:29:00 -0000

Well said! You got it done much more succinctly than I did...
:-D I know we CAN DO IT!

(and, yes world... UNDENIABLY gorgeous...)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/01/that-seems-fishy.html

Linda — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 21:06:00 -0000

:-D Maybe a fish sketchbook would be okay! I love how you pimped your Moleskine...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/01/sleeping-ben.html

Linda — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 15:50:00 -0000

Oh fun -- we both did cats and we both used gouache! A non-coincidence if ever there was one. I think you did great with gouache, too -- Sleeping Ben is just perfect. Why,look at his pink paws! (Makes you just want to hug him.)
;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/01/apple-day.html

Linda — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 09:31:00 -0000

Yipee! Awesome apple! ANd of COURSE one can be a happy paint flinger and slinger AND a meticulous layer builder. (I refer to Andrew Wyeth for one, who could not only do some serious WC paint slinging, but then fling the entire paper down onto the ground so he could begin another painting right away -- and at the same time he produced an average of only 1-2 paintings a YEAR in egg tempera, he was that meticulous in his layer building. I think it was egg tempera ... something like that at least.)
Really -- you have to do something while the layers dry. And I think you've found your something! This is awesome!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/01/cocky.html

Linda — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 19:09:00 -0000

This eye DOES follow you around the room -- how very cool!!!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/01/boy-and-girl.html

Linda — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 19:11:00 -0000

Happy Anniversary! You guys are a great couple -- and you're both STILL this cute!!!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/01/mahi-mahi-block-print.html

Linda — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 18:29:00 -0000

Simply GORGEOUS! You're getting more use out of the gouache than I have so far. What a cool print ... I remember the other sketch (which I loved...)
Juxtaposed. Say it five times real fast. Silly fun word!
;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/01/have-cup.html

Linda — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 18:06:00 -0000

Yippee! I love this! Pink and orange tiles would look awesome together... Hmmmmm...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/01/fishy-fun.html

Linda — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 18:38:00 -0000

I love the weedy sea dragon -- I think he looks just great! (I have some reference photos of those guys, too, and one my come swimming by my place at some point!) And look at the block carving -- you are getting all experimental on us! WAY cool!

However, I'm sorry to tell you that it is actually spelled "ghlermph" (the first "h" is silent). But don't feel bad -- it's unlikely that your spell check would have caught that one.

Honest.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/01/moleskine-1111-111208.html

Linda — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 17:19:00 -0000

Aw. The dogs are cute. And you made me say "aw."
And I'd recognize that lampost anywhere. ;-D
I wonder what ideas are floating around over there? Can't wait to hear about them!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/01/another-fishy.html

Linda — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 18:10:00 -0000

What a FUN fishy! I love how the colors have blossomed and run, and how the black jumps out at you. You're getting good at this carving business!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/01/two-bens.html

Linda — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 19:48:00 -0000

I like them both! Ben's little black chin really does make him look like he's smiling. Of course, he probably IS smiling, so, well he would then, of course, naturally looks like he is ... and, well ...
You know what I mean. :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/01/my-dad-is-better-than-your-dad.html

Linda — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 17:47:00 -0000

Happy Birthday Diahn's Dad!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/02/bovine-blind-contours.html

Linda — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 18:22:00 -0000

These really are just great! I think you should name them, especially the sweetie pie in number one and the total hunk in number three. A cow series. That's what you need to do.
;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/03/visitor.html

Linda — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 18:09:00 -0000

Harper. That's a good strong literary name. So is Praxilla. But she looks more like a Harper to me.
(She is NOT a "Precious" -- if they wants a "precious" they needs to gets a ring, they does...)
You're nice to take care of her in the meantime. :-)

Re: http://fatbottombags.blogspot.com/2009/11/island-life-finding-community.html

Linda — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:42:41 -0000

How Blessed you are. My husband and I have been Blessed to be able to call the little island of Chincoteague home for the past 3 yrs. Its truly our little piece of Heaven here on Earth!!! :) Thanks for sharing your little piece of Heaven!!!

Re: Two in the Queue – What I’m Reading This Week

Linda — Tue, 05 May 2009 22:40:00 -0000

Just ordered LIFE GOES TO THE MOVIES via Dan's post on EWN. Glad it satisfices and am looking forward to the read. Thanks for the mini-review. Peace, Linda

Re: Welcoming Jonathan Evison to the Three Guys Blog

Linda — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 12:00:00 -0000

Coolio mundo. JE is a word artiste indeed. But does this now mean you are FOUR GUYS One Book? Add one more editor and provide burgers and peanuts, and you got yourself a franchise. Welcome Jonathan. Peace, Linda

Re: Jonathan Evison has something to say

Linda — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 12:04:00 -0000

Uh, your challenge sounds... radical. Might scare the bean-counters. And besides, I thought that was what small presses were for: to publish literature that takes risks. No, to just publish literature. Am I wrong here? Peace, Linda

Re: http://brocante-home.blogspot.com/2009/01/trouble-with-finn.html

Linda — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 15:26:00 -0000

My daughter has sensory processing difficulties, too. Since she was two, she's been working with an OT, physiotherapist and speech-language pathologist (to help with pragmatics). She's got definite propioceptive issues and difficulties with motor planning. Lots of challenges!
Your love for and acceptance of Finn really shines through. You're lucky to have one another!

Re: http://brocante-home.blogspot.com/2009/03/antilamentation.html

Linda — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 13:41:00 -0000

Thank you. Just... thank you.

Re: http://brocante-home.blogspot.com/2009/09/waiting.html

Linda — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 23:00:42 -0000

I'm glad it's been fixed! I love to check in with you.

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/08/think-fun-games-giveaway.html

Linda — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 22:39:43 -0000

Toot nad Otto looks like a fun game.
lgrieser(at)sbcglobal(dot)net

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/08/kroger-mega-savings-event-giveaway.html

Linda — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:20:13 -0000

We have a Kroger Store in our town and we shop there all the time, they have great buys.
lgrieser(at)sbcglobal(dot)net

Re: http://www.fairyblogmotherblog.com/2009/08/kroger-mega-savings-event-giveaway.html

Linda — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:36:44 -0000

We shop at Ralph's - the ONLY grocry store for me!

Re: Delta’s Disney Umbrella Stroller – A Review & Giveaway

Linda — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:34:00 -0000

I like the Cars!!

Re: Exergen Temporal Scanner – A Review & Giveaway

Linda — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 06:13:00 -0000

I am still in the dark ages with the thermometer under the tongue. These thermometers are awesome!

Re: Exergen Temporal Scanner – A Review & Giveaway

Linda — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 10:45:00 -0000

The standard oral thermometer
lgrieser(at)sbcglobal(dot)net

Re: Giveaway: Zenses for the DS

Linda — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 11:23:00 -0000

I like puzzles, so I would like to try the Rubik's World

Re: Turtle Chex Mix Bars – A Review

Linda — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 00:18:00 -0000

I indulge myself at night after everyone else has gone to sleep.

Re: http://michellesfamilyjournal.blogspot.com/2008/01/blog-carnival-giveaway.html

Linda — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 23:59:00 -0000

enter me please. ernestsgirl82@aol.com

Re: http://michellesfamilyjournal.blogspot.com/2008/07/menu-plan-monday_20.html

Linda — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 01:42:00 -0000

What a cute picture. Great blog. Happy Menu Monday.

Re: http://papaverjewelry2009.blogspot.com/2009/09/my-love-for-brecciated-jasper.html

Linda — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:40:23 -0000

I saw your post on Etsy too. Love jasper.

Linda B

Re: http://www.jennifervalerie.com/2009/03/ultimate-blog-party-2009.html

Linda — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 16:53:00 -0000

Hi. Thanks for stopping by my blog. I'm enjoying meeting other bloggers. I like your generous wife tips!

Re: The Queer Eye for the Straight Guy

Linda — Thu, 07 Aug 2003 09:05:47 -0000

The show is great but the people getting made over are slobs!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2005/11/better-image.html

Linda — Sun, 06 Nov 2005 19:10:00 -0000

Hi Diahn! I just happened to run across your blog while surfing around other art related blogs. I'm also in Knoxville, and was beginning to feel quite alone here! :-)

Your work is beautiful -- I really enjoyed going through it.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2005/11/portrait-challenge.html

Linda — Thu, 10 Nov 2005 19:36:00 -0000

Wow, it may be just a study, but it could stand alone as a finished piece. Beautiful!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2005/11/edmwc-41-landmark-of-your-city.html

Linda — Thu, 17 Nov 2005 19:16:00 -0000

Ha! You've relieved me of the burden of having to do the sunsphere! :-) You're right -- it is about our only real landmark. I'm thinking Patrick Sullivan's might be a good one, too. I'm tickled you joined the EDM group!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2005/11/edm-weekly-challenge-23-my-left-foot.html

Linda — Sun, 20 Nov 2005 17:58:00 -0000

I like it! And I like that you did the foot and the shoe in the same week.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2005/11/edmwc-5-draw-your-bed.html

Linda — Tue, 29 Nov 2005 06:26:00 -0000

Great choice of angle for the drawing of your bed -- and I love that headboard! Very nice!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2005/11/gone-dotty.html

Linda — Sat, 03 Dec 2005 21:22:00 -0000

Good work on the stippling. That's tough to do, but the end result is wonderful! Is this your dog?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2005/11/finished-portrait.html

Linda — Sat, 03 Dec 2005 21:21:00 -0000

What are you TALKING about? This is excellent! I would be proud to have done it!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2005/11/finished-portrait.html

Linda — Sun, 04 Dec 2005 08:32:00 -0000

I went and looked, and STILL like your painting! What an interesting thread there on WC, though -- there are some excellent portrait artists who participated in this swap!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2005/12/edmwc-15-trees.html

Linda — Wed, 07 Dec 2005 06:52:00 -0000

I see you're giving those watercolors a try! This is lovely -- especially now when the trees are all bare and the sky is so COLD and grey.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/06/red-lion.html

Linda — Fri, 23 Jun 2006 17:59:00 -0000

Oh yes, we MUST go sketcrawling now, because I really want to see this one in person! Stippling is such a fun thing on good paper, and you did a super job on this baby!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/06/edm-72-and-inktense-palettes.html

Linda — Fri, 23 Jun 2006 18:01:00 -0000

Oh, and now I want to go get some Inktense pencils, too. They're carrying them at Jerry's now -- I saw them the other day and was able to resist, but ...
And I'll have to go try out the Golden Corral -- I'm like you in that I tend to avoid that type of restaurant! :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/07/d-bedhead-and-all.html

Linda — Mon, 03 Jul 2006 19:22:00 -0000

This is a great drawing! Sounds like a most interesting vacation!
;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/07/four-completely-unrelated-sketches_10.html

Linda — Tue, 11 Jul 2006 19:02:00 -0000

:-) These ROCK! I'm going to have to go over to Sequoyah Hills and find that house -- it rings a bell, but vaguely. And sassafrass -- mmmmm -- did you strip the bark off of the small twigs and smell the juice?? Mmmmm! Favorite is the boat house, though -- you nailed the perspective on that one, no matter what you say!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/07/can-i-get-witness.html

Linda — Sat, 15 Jul 2006 21:56:00 -0000

ROFLMAO!!! Mar ... I mean Diahn ... you crack me up. Well said! (and the trick to folding fitted sheets is to hold them by the corner seam and ... oh, forget it.)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/07/wde-self-portrait.html

Linda — Sat, 15 Jul 2006 21:52:00 -0000

Yes, indeed you are -- and for those of you who don't know, Diahn is also way sexy cool stylish and looks awesome in hats. I'm so jealous!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/07/rufus-watercolor.html

Linda — Sat, 15 Jul 2006 21:50:00 -0000

Great job! Tell you what -- when we get together to go sketching, you bring an empty tray along and I'll squeeze out some watercolors -- that way you can decide if you really like it BEFORE you go springing for a bunch!

... yes -- I will resort to bribery to make us get our schedules to work together!
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/07/day-in-court.html

Linda — Tue, 18 Jul 2006 19:25:00 -0000

:-) Now you have a back up career as a court artist!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/07/finally.html

Linda — Sun, 23 Jul 2006 17:13:00 -0000

That page turned out so cool! I can't believe you could remember the name of that wild acrylic painting -- I don't think I ever even noticed the name of it, it was so breathtaking! Did you notice that we got to see this exhibit just in time, too? It runs through Aug 4 -- another weekend and we would have missed it!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/08/bele-chere-festival-asheville-north.html

Linda — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 21:26:00 -0000

GREAT drawings! I know you had a great time at the festival -- I always forget about it until the next week when people say things like, "I was at the Bele Chere festival last weekend and ..."
:-D Wonderful spellings of the dialect / accent comparisons, too -- I could hee-yar them re-yul guuud.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/08/sunny-side-up.html

Linda — Fri, 11 Aug 2006 23:59:00 -0000

Uh, excuse me! We are going to be painting sunflowers at your house sometime next week. I know you don't have this on your calendar, but you're just going to have to put it there! These are gorgeous!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/09/drifting.html

Linda — Sun, 10 Sep 2006 21:23:00 -0000

So good to see you back! I'd begun to wonder where you were, but thought I remembered a vacation in the works. It's great to have a friend like you described -- I've got one that is the same way. She lives in Oregon now, and we've kept up with each other for 24 years, even though we only lived in the same town for the first year of that time. I'm with you in hoping that everyone has a friend like that, and if they don't, it's not too late!

Welcome back!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/09/back-in-saddle-again.html

Linda — Wed, 20 Sep 2006 19:55:00 -0000

Ooooh -- all are waaay cool! I LOVE the Zentangle -- I have one started somewhere, but then I think it got set aside, or a phone number got written on it, or it got used as a coaster or something -- I'll have to look!

Love that you're back and we WILL go sketching soon. If we both stay in this funk, we'll have to visit an astrologist and see if we just need to change locations ...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/09/field-trips-galore.html

Linda — Fri, 29 Sep 2006 22:29:00 -0000

This is fun! I love your gorilla ...
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/10/finally-after-years-and-years-of.html

Linda — Fri, 06 Oct 2006 21:55:00 -0000

Well, RATS. I just read your advice. I guess that means I owe you, what ... $10, or do you have a one hour minimum?
Personally, I like the term coach, but hate to hear it overused.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/10/blog-post.html

Linda — Tue, 10 Oct 2006 21:05:00 -0000

Cool, cool, cool! I love this! And the signature stamp is awesome!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/10/all-but-onedone.html

Linda — Tue, 17 Oct 2006 20:10:00 -0000

I love them all! I'm not sure what's so bad about the hatching -- and I'll agree that the cow's nose ROCKS!!! So sorry you have to make a Jerry's run. I know that's your least favorite thing to do. If you need anyone to go along for moral support just give me a call. That IS what friends are for, you know.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/10/adrian.html

Linda — Tue, 17 Oct 2006 20:11:00 -0000

WAY cool portrait! It looks just like him! (based on your photos, that is!)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/11/where-echoes-stop.html

Linda — Fri, 03 Nov 2006 16:40:00 -0000

Gorgeous photo! Aren't we lucky to live in such a beautiful place!
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/11/rarity.html

Linda — Sat, 11 Nov 2006 17:14:00 -0000

Awww... darn it, that IS sentimental! That's just sweet! And so true. :-)
(Guess what, folks -- we have the same favorite movies and authors, too. Isn't that just weird? I mean, we can quote scenes from The Princess Bride in tandem without external prompting. We are a HIT when we go out to places like Barnes & Noble, too. Yep. A HIT!)

Who ARE those Malapert people anyway?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/11/dreams.html

Linda — Mon, 13 Nov 2006 17:42:00 -0000

The answer my friend,
Is blowin' in the wind...
The answer is blowin' in the wind.

Sorry. I just HAD to do that! Wonderful painting -- quite a departure for you! I think your rowdy friends are starting to influence your style.
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/11/complete.html

Linda — Wed, 15 Nov 2006 18:37:00 -0000

Aww - he's cute! They are amazing viewed all together. I don't know which are my favorites, though!
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/11/i-do-sketch-really.html

Linda — Wed, 29 Nov 2006 19:37:00 -0000

Ah, but roosters ARE ultra cool! And this one looks ultra ultra cool... Sorry to hear about migraines and other forms of malaise -- hope you're feeling better.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/11/tragedy.html

Linda — Wed, 29 Nov 2006 19:38:00 -0000

Mmmm hmmmmm.
I know what you're up to.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/11/tragedy.html

Linda — Wed, 29 Nov 2006 19:40:00 -0000

Okay, but now I feel bad about it. Are you going to get a new one for Christmas? Do you need somebody to help you go shop for a new one? I'm volunteering for the job ... And what are you going to do about pics of the boys in the meantime? Do you need to borrow one?
(I say ... next time you decide to smash your camera onto the parking lot in a magnificent ploy to get a new and fancier version, you have to come up with a back up plan first!) :-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/11/nuclear-visionary.html

Linda — Sun, 03 Dec 2006 22:42:00 -0000

Aw, now come on! Great job with the Einstein portrait, but I'll bet you could draw snot if you really tried! :-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/12/color-challenge.html

Linda — Thu, 14 Dec 2006 19:01:00 -0000

Never fear! The camera will be on loan to you after this weekend! But this dropping business must be going around -- I dropped mine and the little thingie that keeps the lens cap on broke off. Otherwise, all is still working fine.

WONDERFUL bit with the colors on this one. Really. WONDERFUL!
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/12/speaking-of-pink.html

Linda — Thu, 14 Dec 2006 19:04:00 -0000

OH! Merry Early Christmas indeed! What kind of camera? Love the pink ornament! What is the new sketchbook like? Really, the pink ornament probably looks fantastic in greenery and goes a long way toward estrogenizing your environment. :-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/12/its-all-relative-you-know.html

Linda — Wed, 27 Dec 2006 20:57:00 -0000

Oooh, cool! I really like how you have a bit of a twinkle in his eye -- kind of a Santastein thing you've got going there ...
:-D Sorry to have missed the last few posts -- my internet has been down for nearly a week! You're my first to check, though, now that I'm back on! :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/12/seven-hours-until-2007.html

Linda — Mon, 01 Jan 2007 18:05:00 -0000

;-) LOVE these -- and people, they're even better in person! Woo hoo!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/01/reflecting-on-year.html

Linda — Mon, 01 Jan 2007 21:10:00 -0000

"You're so near to Russia,
So far from Japan,
Quite a long way from Cairo,
Lots of miles from Vietnam.

Finland, Finland ..."

:-D I had a blast today!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/01/life-universe-and-everything.html

Linda — Wed, 03 Jan 2007 16:47:00 -0000

Oh, it was a beautiful morning down there today, wasn't it! I know when I drove into town (at 6:45)the sky was that gorgeous EARLY morning indigo, but the mist has a peachy glow to it. I'll bet the river was perfect. I'm so glad you had some alone time!

P.S. I'll have the bits of my artist statement ready by the 17th if I can ever figure out what my philosophy about art is. I'm still stumped on that question!

P.P.S. Cool photos, by the way. You wouldn't, by chance, have a new camera? :-D

P.P.P.S. Do you remember the book "Lyle, Lyle, the Crocodile"? All these "P.S.'s" are reminding me of it ...

P.P.P.P.S. Please accept my apology for ending the last sentence with a preposition.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/01/guards-at-gates.html

Linda — Sun, 14 Jan 2007 19:23:00 -0000

Such a great job drawing the lion and gargoyles! Yes, you and I should both live in such simple understated elegance -- I believe we are deserving, don't you?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/01/guards-at-gates.html

Linda — Sun, 14 Jan 2007 19:25:00 -0000

Really, I'm not sure where the grammer in that first sentence came from or where it was going. Anyway -- great drawing!
;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/01/fly-baby-fly.html

Linda — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 17:09:00 -0000

Oh yeah. I KNOW you'd fly! This is AWESOME!!!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/01/bad-day-at-art-museum.html

Linda — Tue, 23 Jan 2007 21:36:00 -0000

;-D Feel better? I agreed when we spoke, and I agree still ... I think museum employees really need to have the skills to recognize when they need to just be silently available. Now that I see your drawing I DO remember that piece of sculpture! Now, I'm off to look at the boys' blog to see THEIR drawings!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/01/atc-project.html

Linda — Sun, 28 Jan 2007 21:29:00 -0000

Oh, these are REALLY beautiful! I love them ALL!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/01/11-down-15-to-go.html

Linda — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 22:03:00 -0000

Gorgeous! I love the ink work!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/02/edm-104-salt-and-pepper-shakers.html

Linda — Thu, 01 Feb 2007 18:38:00 -0000

Awesome! They ARE rather irresistable, aren't they!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/02/five-more.html

Linda — Thu, 08 Feb 2007 18:51:00 -0000

!!! These rock!!! Do I get to see them, or are they already mailed out?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/02/and-another-three.html

Linda — Sun, 11 Feb 2007 15:53:00 -0000

Absolutely gorgeous! Love the flamingo (you KNOW I do!), the car, AND the marbles -- all so different yet with your signature style.
And, to again demonstrate how great minds think alike, I bought a bag of marbles the other day to do a painting of. If I'd known you had some I would have just borrowed them!
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/02/flamingo.html

Linda — Sun, 11 Feb 2007 15:54:00 -0000

Look at that! Beautiful!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/02/flamingo.html

Linda — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 16:28:00 -0000

Woo hoo! And it looks even beautifuller on my wall!
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/02/freaky-rooster.html

Linda — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 16:29:00 -0000

LOVE the rooster! Did you do this last night? He looks like he's getting ready to scold someone ...
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/02/can-it-be.html

Linda — Fri, 16 Feb 2007 23:53:00 -0000

Diahn -- these are really great! I think this ATC swap has been good study for you -- your colors just rock! The the bass ... awesome!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/02/inspired.html

Linda — Thu, 22 Feb 2007 23:05:00 -0000

Wow! I think the 6"x12" format is a good one for you -- this is awesome!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/03/tiger-tiger-burning-bright.html

Linda — Sat, 03 Mar 2007 23:05:00 -0000

Hmmm... I like the eyes in the heading, myself, and I remember the painting of the sweet gorilla very very well! :-)

And THIS TIGER is awesome --well done -- fantastic! And to put the poem with it, well...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/03/things-to-do-while-waiting-on-your-kids.html

Linda — Tue, 06 Mar 2007 21:32:00 -0000

Yep -- that looks like a familiar spot! Isn't that sofa just wonderful? I wondered if you'd taken the time out to sketch -- great stuff! :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/03/flying.html

Linda — Thu, 08 Mar 2007 17:26:00 -0000

Oh, but in winter you can ski... (like I got to do that this year, oh well...) Still, I agree -- and we live in the BEST part of the world for spring! If all of your off topic photos are this good, then you are allowed to use them anyway. It's a rule, or rather, a clause in a rule that can be used in this situation. Therefore, it is a rule. So there.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/08/lend-hand.html

Linda — Sun, 05 Aug 2007 19:07:00 -0000

ABSOLUTELY AWESOME! The middle one especially -- wow!!!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/08/atc-fun.html

Linda — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 21:09:00 -0000

Oh WOW! You really understand color and it shows with these ATCs. I went over and watched them as a slide show -- VERY cool!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/08/school-is-back-in-session.html

Linda — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 17:22:00 -0000

What fun! I agree -- we should go regularly!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/08/long-live-king.html

Linda — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 22:40:00 -0000

Diahn -- I finally got it downloaded! You were right -- iTunes worked perfectly! It was so neat to hear it on your iPod, and now I have your brother's very cool song on my iPod. I would have loved to have known him -- he sounds like an amazing person ...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/08/long-live-king.html

Linda — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 22:42:00 -0000

Oops -- I forgot to mention how awesome your KING sketch is! :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/08/not-yet-40.html

Linda — Wed, 29 Aug 2007 20:53:00 -0000

Happy Birthday!!!! Darn -- I'm so bumfuzzled that I thought it was tomorrow -- I've written the date wrong all day long! So I'll call you TOMORROW for a happy day AFTER your birthday call!
;-D
And you were pretty cute, now that you mention it...
Great dogs, too!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/09/campy-fun.html

Linda — Sat, 08 Sep 2007 23:16:00 -0000

You sure it was the elk bugling, and not a forest-dwelling dinosaur? :-D What great photos! (Loved the kids pics on Flickr.) I didn't know you had seen the elk, and can't imagine how exciting that was! It should be getting interesting up there about now. I hear that the deer herds are really bold right now because everything is so dry that they are having a hard time finding their preferred forage. We need rain!!!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/09/more-campy-fun.html

Linda — Sat, 08 Sep 2007 23:13:00 -0000

Ah, there it is! The perfect leaf drawing /painting and the wonderful camper page! I love both of these SOOOOO much.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/09/historical-hullabaloo.html

Linda — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 17:07:00 -0000

Cool! Great photos of this -- I didn't even know it was going on! Looks like you got some great references for future paintings there. But why did just the males of the family end up in stocks? Or are there photos that you aren't showing the rest of us???
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/09/rare-indeed-goofy-okay-i-guess-so.html

Linda — Thu, 13 Sep 2007 22:09:00 -0000

That's hilarious -- I just got the same result, too! Maybe not so rare after all. But I WOULD agree with goofy brilliance (as opposed to standard brilliance... It's no coincidence that the subject of the genius waitress has arisen more than once over the past 7 days.)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/09/awwww.html

Linda — Sat, 15 Sep 2007 17:23:00 -0000

Double awwwww!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/09/thanks-to-lucy-and-crackskull-bob.html

Linda — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 17:48:00 -0000

Oh, that IS a cool widget!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/09/wreck-this-slump.html

Linda — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 17:34:00 -0000

AWESOME! The hands ... yes, I can see that you're going to go somewhere with those hands. And the circles, too -- they look strangely appealing ...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/09/wreck-this-slump.html

Linda — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 17:46:00 -0000

And I forgot to say how I love those twisty-twiney-curvey vines ... Loverly!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/09/were-having-little-party.html

Linda — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 19:14:00 -0000

Well, how cool is THAT! I didn't know you were going to be the boss for the weekend -- maybe I'll just have to participate this round...
GREAT photos!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/10/contemplation-7-wip.html

Linda — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 21:53:00 -0000

(pant, pant, huff & puff)... I finally made it here with the chocolate! (My favorite -- Green & Black's Organic Maya Gold -- deLIGHTful with a nice boxed wine. Really.)

So. This rocks. Yep, that's my official verdict so far.

I have to think about the background ... The pink is just so very, well, diahnnish, if you know what I mean, that I think it might work well. However, I wonder about that little element of visual texture that you're planning on incorporating into this piece. Maybe if it was repeated over and over again it would support, and be supported by, the pink. If that makes any sense. What do I know? I'm drinking boxed wine and eating chocolate for Pete's sake! Does anybody have any salty snacks?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/10/stop-injustice.html

Linda — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 21:42:00 -0000

Okay -- this is too cool. I'm going to want to hear the inspiration for this one! I love the stop sign ...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/10/blind-contour-friday.html

Linda — Sat, 13 Oct 2007 22:55:00 -0000

cool! I haven't seen blind contour in a while, either...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/10/and-now-for-something-completely.html

Linda — Sat, 13 Oct 2007 22:54:00 -0000

Oh, thank goodness you used up my ellipses, too. I really like this -- those little bits on the tips of the seeds are just perfect.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/10/playing.html

Linda — Sat, 13 Oct 2007 22:56:00 -0000

I love this -- awesome use of color! Great idea, using the printer, too.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/10/fall-break.html

Linda — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 17:11:00 -0000

Oh wow! Your photos are awesome -- you could EASILY have entered some of these into a certain show... and as excellent as the leafy, landscapey, wildlifey ones are (EXCELLENT!) the family pics are the ones that made me smile the most! :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/10/sketching-away-weekend.html

Linda — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 17:12:00 -0000

Love the drawings -- especially the pines cones and those knock out colors on the tree!

(Ron-old -- giggle/snort!)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/10/omphaloskepsis.html

Linda — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 17:07:00 -0000

Who knew, indeed? Zen Gorilla.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/10/omphaloskepsis.html

Linda — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 17:08:00 -0000

By the way, this photo rocks.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/10/meerkat-mindfulness.html

Linda — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 22:08:00 -0000

Okay -- you should win some kind of prize for this one. Will you PLEASE enter it into something? What awesome lighting!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/10/little-blurry.html

Linda — Mon, 29 Oct 2007 17:54:00 -0000

Yay! You look fabulous -- and the boys look proud of their mom, too! :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/10/change-is-coming.html

Linda — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 18:39:00 -0000

I'm right here with you, babe! Seems we are even beside each other on a subconscious level (when you compare posts) Hmmm....

Good luck with that chore schedule. If you can get one that works with your kids, please let me know. I think we need one at work. :-P

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/10/have-creepy-day.html

Linda — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 22:48:00 -0000

Your mom looks just AWESOME! And I love the new header... good stuff!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/10/have-creepy-day.html

Linda — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 22:50:00 -0000

Hey -- and your NoBloPoMo counter is off... What time zone did you set it for???
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/and-we-off.html

Linda — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 21:14:00 -0000

Well, I got my post in, but didn't have time to stop by here and peek until today. I DID add the daily walking/exercise thing to November, too, just to be sure that my bottom doesn't get any bloggier than it already is...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/impermanence.html

Linda — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 21:12:00 -0000

Beautiful reminder to slow down -- stop -- breathe! Great photo, and tell J that he has a good eye.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/where-boys-are.html

Linda — Sun, 04 Nov 2007 10:32:00 -0000

This is the perfect photo of your boys! And I don't think all that testosterone has diminished your estrogenic leanings at all. If you need a pedicure, give me a holler -- I'm with you, baby!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/where-boys-are.html

Linda — Sun, 04 Nov 2007 10:35:00 -0000

P.S. I had to go google Formula 1 and Kimi, by the way.
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/shortcuts.html

Linda — Sun, 04 Nov 2007 18:17:00 -0000

Well said! I have to re-read this one -- something about getting over your fear of actually reaching the goal struck a chord...

This is just a gorgeous photo.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/why-homeschool.html

Linda — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 17:47:00 -0000

Dear Mommy-freak,

I think you and your reasons for home-schooling are awesome. I also love the way you teach your kids -- you do a great job.

Signed,
Mommy-of-a-grown-up

P.S. AND I think it should be pointed out that birth control pills are DRUGS, people -- DRUGS which are still in the developing stage, with plenty of documented cases of very dangerous side effects. If a parent does not know that the child is on these potentially harmful DRUGS, then they will not know how to address possible side effects and interactions. The person who administers potentially harmful DRUGS to a CHILD without allowing parental consideration of risks versus benefits is CLEARLY acting in a role of CHILD ABUSER under the legal definition of the term.

And, as Forrest Gump would say, "That's all I have to say about that."

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/concentrate.html

Linda — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 19:45:00 -0000

Fantastic! Someone said something similar to me the other day -- something about having a job and doing art and keeping house. I fell apart at the keeping house bit. (And I should let everybody in on the fact that Diahn's house is, in truth, clean. I really DON'T know how she does it...)

And your photo is marvellous!
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/more-things-change.html

Linda — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 19:46:00 -0000

I like that you're doing photos. It helps take the pressure off ...
;-D PLUS they're awesome pics!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/you-got-mail.html

Linda — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 18:24:00 -0000

I can just hear the kids screaming that long run on sentence, too!
;-D What did you order that was so fun?????? (I even like other people's mail...)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/vanitythy-name-is-diahn.html

Linda — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 17:38:00 -0000

I'm one of the people who have never noticed any problem at all with your smile, but I say, if you want to do it, go for it! ;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/beauty-where-you-least-expect-it.html

Linda — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 20:20:00 -0000

Cool -- it really IS beautiful. And your photo is, too!
;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/not-cloud-in-sky.html

Linda — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 17:58:00 -0000

Yuk. Pooh. Sorry you're not feeling well.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/incognito.html

Linda — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 17:14:00 -0000

...very good things indeed.

LOVE the zebra makeup. And as far as your photos go, National Geographic should get so lucky (do those people never even CHECK Flickr?) ...
;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/11/see-i-am-still-drawing.html

Linda — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 16:48:00 -0000

Hmmmm... performance art ....

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/01/happy-new-rear.html

Linda — Tue, 03 Jan 2006 19:32:00 -0000

WONDERFUL poem and illustration!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/01/my-two-sons-portrait-update.html

Linda — Wed, 04 Jan 2006 22:34:00 -0000

Looking good! I never could do a good, accurate portrait of my daughter -- seems what I thought and knew about her got in the way of it all. (Actually, I'm really better at drawing strangers than friends or family.) Are you finding it difficult to step back and be "neutral" while doing this portrait of your sons?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/01/my-two-sons-portrait-update.html

Linda — Thu, 05 Jan 2006 22:51:00 -0000

Yes -- I can see that little Mr. Joshua looks like you! Can't wait to see how this progresses!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/01/hands-ii.html

Linda — Sat, 07 Jan 2006 14:39:00 -0000

Oh WOW! I love this! It is absolutely amazing!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/01/finished-portrait.html

Linda — Sat, 07 Jan 2006 14:40:00 -0000

ABSOLUTELY frame this one well! You've done a wonderful job!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/01/wde-1906-mr-forbes.html

Linda — Mon, 09 Jan 2006 19:58:00 -0000

Beautiful!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/01/talented-ms-rowe.html

Linda — Mon, 16 Jan 2006 17:56:00 -0000

Love the portrait of you -- I would have recognized it as you anywhere, I think!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/01/first-show.html

Linda — Mon, 16 Jan 2006 21:06:00 -0000

YAY DIAHN! These are wonderful paintings -- I know they'll be well received! Congratulations!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/01/bella.html

Linda — Tue, 17 Jan 2006 22:26:00 -0000

Si, bella! :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/01/adventure-destruction-and-mayhem-in.html

Linda — Tue, 24 Jan 2006 20:23:00 -0000

I like what Nita said! :-)
The weather will be getting better soon and I'm going to contact you about running around together drawing -- I'm just busy busy busy right now.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/01/art-is-for-babes.html

Linda — Mon, 30 Jan 2006 19:03:00 -0000

Why do babies get to have all the fun? I ask you, why???

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/01/edm-s-51-and-52-tv-and-dog.html

Linda — Mon, 30 Jan 2006 19:03:00 -0000

Aw -- Oscar and Chico look like real sweeties! And The Sound of Music is one of my old favorites, too.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/02/its-february-think-pink.html

Linda — Sun, 05 Feb 2006 07:45:00 -0000

February is a great month for pink, especially with Valentine's day coming! Plus, once you master the color pink, you'll be ready for all the pink azaleas in March and April. Can't wait to see what pink stuff you throw at us this month!
You KNOW I love the Big Ed drawings! It was fun getting together!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/02/card-3.html

Linda — Wed, 08 Feb 2006 19:04:00 -0000

These are just TOO cool! (As I told you already!)
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/02/more-from-pink-book.html

Linda — Thu, 09 Feb 2006 17:30:00 -0000

So many pink drawings, and all of them good! Mango leather chairs sound very interesting ... hmmm...
:-) Love the bed sketch, with everybody all in a tangle there.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/02/edm-13-draw-your-telephone.html

Linda — Tue, 14 Feb 2006 17:31:00 -0000

You finally got your new phone! And did you think to tell the world that it is bluetooth compatible???? Whoopee! Yep, I can see Diahn wandering around town, little tiny earphone and mini-mike with no wires at all to hold her down ...
:-D
I like the drawings! And I'll be ready to go out running around stealth sketching anytime after this week. :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/02/card-4.html

Linda — Wed, 15 Feb 2006 20:04:00 -0000

Wow -- great vibrant colors on this one. You can just see the movement.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/02/keeping-tradition-alive.html

Linda — Tue, 21 Feb 2006 16:41:00 -0000

Derek, great job on your drawing of the command center module. It looks pretty interesting! I hope your school project goes well -- it looks like an "A" to me!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/02/sketchbook-updatesplus-pink.html

Linda — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 21:29:00 -0000

I love the pink mug shots! So glad to hear about the mango chairs -- AND on sale!?! Who could ask for more!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/02/how-much-pink.html

Linda — Thu, 23 Feb 2006 17:25:00 -0000

...a pink pen can ink so much pink ...
Great page -- I love the combination of pink and orange! Am looking forward to next month's color (we ARE in UT country, you know!)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/02/let-pinking-continue.html

Linda — Tue, 28 Feb 2006 16:54:00 -0000

These are all great, but the top lip is AWESOME! I'm one of the ones following along, and hope to see pics of the mango chairs very soon! Hey, if March is orange month, does that mean we should start our little sketchcrawl at the Orangery? :-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/03/march-mango-madness.html

Linda — Wed, 01 Mar 2006 19:11:00 -0000

Magnificent Mango chairs, indeed! I can see how they would get into your head and not get back out again until you had gone and picked them up!
What kind of paper are you using your WC on? They shouldn't really feel chalky, except on the Moleskine paper, or other plate finished paper -- at least not in my experience. And what kind of WC paints are you using? If you're using cheap stuff, we certainly need to have a talk about this! :-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/03/transitional-colors.html

Linda — Fri, 03 Mar 2006 23:27:00 -0000

Woo hoo! I had fun today, and we did get some drawing done, even if it wasn't reams and reams worth. These are awesome -- I'm glad you posted the playground page, because I could look at it over and over.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/03/knoxville-mini-sketchcrawl.html

Linda — Sat, 04 Mar 2006 07:47:00 -0000

Fun, fun, fun!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/03/day-of-aquarium.html

Linda — Fri, 10 Mar 2006 06:13:00 -0000

Great drawings of the aquarium! The angle of the turtle is great -- it feels like he's flying by.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/03/rest-of-day-of-aquarium.html

Linda — Fri, 10 Mar 2006 06:15:00 -0000

Oh my, the jelly fish. Wow. These are really gorgeous. Can't wait to see this spread in person.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/03/edm-56-self-portrait-in-orange-of.html

Linda — Fri, 10 Mar 2006 16:43:00 -0000

Yes! Yes! It DOES look like you! You said you were going to do it in pen, and I thought you'd given it up -- this is really great!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/03/sketching-away-saturday.html

Linda — Sun, 12 Mar 2006 22:00:00 -0000

Woo hoo! Lookin' good! I knew the color additions would punch these up even further. And I love that orange line. I'm calling the library tomorrow morning to find out who did the sculpture, by golly. I think you and I should plan on going out sketching again SOMETIME before Asheville, though -- as you say, this has become an addiction!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/03/sketching-away-saturday.html

Linda — Mon, 13 Mar 2006 17:58:00 -0000

Diahn -- the sculptor's name is David Phelps, from Norman, Oklahoma. The piece was installed in 1989, and there is an article about it (and other Knoxville sculpture) in the Knoxville News Sentinel on September 20, 1992. I found this from the reference desk librarian, but when I got home, discovered that my sister had (somehow) found the answer first!
One riddle solved. Now if we could just figure out what that song was ...
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/03/poor-little-guy.html

Linda — Mon, 13 Mar 2006 18:53:00 -0000

:-( Poor little guy, indeed! I love the drawing on the far left, of him under the fleece blanket!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/03/weekly-drawing-event-31006.html

Linda — Tue, 14 Mar 2006 05:53:00 -0000

I like these! Do you find that it is strange to work with a black line now? ;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/03/what-do-you-get-when.html

Linda — Wed, 15 Mar 2006 17:55:00 -0000

Waaaay cool! How big is this? How did you do it? I wanna try one!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/03/ofun-on-odate-with-ofamily.html

Linda — Sun, 19 Mar 2006 07:53:00 -0000

ROFL! I think we can do something to help you out. How could I refuse, after being the subject of such artistic attention?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/03/wde-31706.html

Linda — Mon, 20 Mar 2006 17:55:00 -0000

I recognize these from the WC Weekend drawing thingie! You did great with them! It is amazing how practice makes us improve, no matter how long we've been doing something. You're really a fabulous artist, do you know that?
:-)
By the way -- I have the registration for the juried show to give you -- call me if I forget to get it to you soon!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/03/what-is-up-with-that.html

Linda — Wed, 22 Mar 2006 10:43:00 -0000

GREAT page! I loved how the pencil worked in the moleskine, too. And I still think you should continue orange through April -- it is just a great color to work with!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/03/im-hosting-wde-at-wetcanvas.html

Linda — Tue, 28 Mar 2006 18:40:00 -0000

Yay! And I'm going to participate -- it will be my first time! Wonder what pics you'll post ...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/04/good-grief.html

Linda — Fri, 21 Apr 2006 22:01:00 -0000

Gorgeous postcards, Diahn! They are all wonderful!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/04/art-fair.html

Linda — Wed, 26 Apr 2006 21:20:00 -0000

Awesome job, boys! Great work!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/05/in-memory-of-pugs-4186-52806.html

Linda — Thu, 01 Jun 2006 19:29:00 -0000

Diahn, I'm so sorry to hear about ole' Pugs. :-(

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/06/beach-blues.html

Linda — Thu, 01 Jun 2006 19:26:00 -0000

Gorgeous! I can hear the rush and rumble of the surf! :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/06/garden-sketching.html

Linda — Thu, 01 Jun 2006 19:24:00 -0000

Girl, you ROCK on these! Wow! I love how you did the background on the 2nd drawing, and the way you worked the watercolor on the last one looks like a pro! I'm inspired! :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/06/marys-sorrow.html

Linda — Sat, 17 Jun 2006 22:16:00 -0000

Wonderfully done! I certainly hope your work is still around in 500 years! :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/06/oh-well-heres-rest.html

Linda — Sat, 17 Jun 2006 22:15:00 -0000

Oh wow! I take a little computer break, and look at all the work you've done! :-) These are fantastic -- we've got to get out sketchcrawlin' soon so I can touch and feel that Moleskine WC book!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/03/yo-peeps.html

Linda — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 22:14:00 -0000

The Peep cupcakes qualify you for nomination as mom of the year.
:-D What fun! And the first trip across the monkey bars is AWESOME!!! Woo Hoo! Even if this weekend cools down a little, it's still nearly really and truly spring. Sigh. Is it tempting the weather fates to say "yay"?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/03/oh-boy.html

Linda — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 18:13:00 -0000

I swear, they both look older compared to the last time I saw them, especially J -- and I don't think it was that awfully long ago. Great pics, Mom!
;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/03/in-search-of-spring.html

Linda — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 18:06:00 -0000

Yay! What a great time you all must have had -- and your photos are fantastic! Biltmore is such a cool place to visit. We're lucky to live so close!

I hope you rolled down the hill, too. I remember the last time I rolled down a hill was ... well ... last year when my neices were in, I think. I kind of believe that one should roll down hills for as long as possibe -- as long as one is able to do it intentionally and it's not just an accident. And that you should dance every single day. Yep.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/03/it-may-not-be-painting.html

Linda — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 18:19:00 -0000

I can't wait to see it in person -- I just KNEW you would do something cool with that thing!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/03/happy-birthday.html

Linda — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 18:19:00 -0000

So now he's Ron-older?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/03/i-can-draw.html

Linda — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 18:21:00 -0000

She looks like a ... hmmm... THAT'S why the song "dude looks like a lady" is in your mind today!!
The Biltmore sketches are perfect. Beautiful!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/03/crayola-rocks.html

Linda — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 18:17:00 -0000

No Joke! That's awesome!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/03/isnt-technology-great.html

Linda — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 21:51:00 -0000

Thank you -- techno-geek is a compliment! ;-D
And I'll be taking my wee video camera with me to Dollywood tomorrow -- hopefully I'll get some shots that are HALF as good as D's here.
Way to go, buddy!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/03/diahn-gets-her-groove-back.html

Linda — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 18:54:00 -0000

I LOVE this -- the boys are perfect, and the eagle rocks. Is this with the new pencil? Your shadows are fabulous!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/03/diahn-gets-her-groove-back.html

Linda — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 18:55:00 -0000

... and is the jelly with the new gouache? Perfect little stingers ... :-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/03/when-brothers-attack.html

Linda — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 18:57:00 -0000

ABSOLUTELY PERFECT! Really -- this is great!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/fiddle-faddle-folderol-and-foolishness.html

Linda — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 22:22:00 -0000

Hmmm... I'm thinking that your timing on this project is perfect. I'll bite! And the banner rocks...
;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/040108-magnolia.html

Linda — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 22:23:00 -0000

Perfection my dear. No foolin'!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/040208-diana.html

Linda — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 19:47:00 -0000

Beautiful! Can't wait to see the new sketchbook...
;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/uhhhnot-exactly.html

Linda — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 23:52:00 -0000

Hey! This is great! It doesn't look garish -- it is awesome!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/040408-go-man-go.html

Linda — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 23:53:00 -0000

Yum -- perfectly painted!!! They always kind of get me with that 10 for $10 bit -- I never buy 10, but I always get, like, 5.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/040408-go-man-go.html

Linda — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 20:52:00 -0000

Hee hee hee -- the real sticker on there cracked me up when I saw it today! This is even beautifuller in real life, if that is possible!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/my-strange-sons.html

Linda — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 08:57:00 -0000

I showed this to Doug last night and he cracked up, too. And then I watched it AGAIN after that!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/040508-ovation-in-orange.html

Linda — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 16:17:00 -0000

And I'll let everybody know that that guitar painting is even more awesome in person!
:-) Do we get to see any marker drawings by the boys?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/040608-at-borders.html

Linda — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 22:26:00 -0000

hee hee hee ...
I'm STILL laughing about that lady! I think she just had lemons, and not lemon loaf!
:-D (from THIS side of FABULOUS)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/040708-it-flower.html

Linda — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 08:19:00 -0000

It does look like a columbine - are the leaves kind of scalloped around the edges?
This is beautiful. Tell the boys they picked well.
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/040808-bleh.html

Linda — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 22:03:00 -0000

Gesundheit!
Hope you feel better very very soon. Lovely drawing of the nasal spray ... :-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/041008-i-am-not-jellyfish.html

Linda — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 21:42:00 -0000

That's like the funniest thing I ever heard. I'm dying here ...
Your boys are a riot!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/041208-oscar.html

Linda — Sat, 12 Apr 2008 13:42:00 -0000

Yes, the one on the left looks more like him -- and what a great personality you portrayed, too!

'Dat's a good boy, yes he is, he's a good boy ... (that was for Oscar, not you...)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/041208-perfect-day.html

Linda — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 11:35:00 -0000

I know, I know ... we have been looking at farm land, too... That's funny, because I didn't know you were thinking that way!
:-D But the market -- aiyee --

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/041308-bait-of-champions.html

Linda — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 19:02:00 -0000

Yay! You make it sound so wonderful. And the mountains are beautiful and fun even in the rain -- just wear your raincoat and tromp around.
Hope it is a fantastic break!

Okay -- and my little word verification for this post was
wmpwpaom
which was fun to type.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/041508-mamas-little-tax-breaks.html

Linda — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 22:19:00 -0000

Hee hee -- this looks just like them! You got their personalities PERFECTLY! :-D Wonderful!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/042008-more-smoky-fun.html

Linda — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 18:02:00 -0000

woo hoo! What great photos! You guys had a beautiful weekend for your adventures -- even with the drizzle and chill, it's so fantastic up there that it's great no matter what the weather. Love the photo of the boys walking with J's arm around D's shoulders just especially.
;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/042208-smoky-sketches.html

Linda — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 22:02:00 -0000

Wonderful drawings! The little walk to the falls is perfect for kids.
You really nailed the pattern of light and dark on the trillium leaves -- they are so complex and random, which is just fun! Feel free to come by anytime and draw the trillium in the back yard.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/042408-sprummer-or-summing.html

Linda — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 18:59:00 -0000

I just laughed and laughed at these ... what fun!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/042808-can-you-stand-one-more.html

Linda — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 18:30:00 -0000

Oh my. I just imagined that there would be tulips -- why did I not think about all the others??? Fantastic photography, my dear -- such wonderful composition and color.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/04/042808-now-for-paint.html

Linda — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 18:29:00 -0000

Wow -- you are finishing up with a huge BANG! This is spectacular!!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/05/this-is-one.html

Linda — Thu, 15 May 2008 19:26:00 -0000

Yo litle D! I think your mama likes you...
;-) What a great post, Diahn! I got a bit choked up there...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/05/getting-closer.html

Linda — Thu, 22 May 2008 19:10:00 -0000

Wonderful sketch! I knew exactly who it was ... it's super hard to draw your own kids, though. What you think / feel / know / love really does interfere with what you see...
;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/06/hiding.html

Linda — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 21:05:00 -0000

Woo hoo! Scissors???? This is going to be fun, I'll bet...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/06/and-so-it-goes.html

Linda — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 18:02:00 -0000

Good work!!! Actually -- this would make a great avatar, if you ever decide to change yours. Sorry your big plans fell apart though ... do I have an idea about what you are planning?

And your limited self portraits are NOT narcissistic ... I would call it practical.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/06/languorous-loafing-and-lethargy.html

Linda — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 13:25:00 -0000

I think you actually have the right idea and the rest of us are just foolishly spinning our wheels...
;-) I can't believe you saw a coyote! What an adventure!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/06/cades-cove-continued.html

Linda — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 13:27:00 -0000

Yay! fun with bears ... and just in time, because there's one that is roaming around Knoxville right now. The portrait of the boys is priceless -- you couldn't have done it any better.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/06/evolution-of-camping-family.html

Linda — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 17:26:00 -0000

Hey -- sweet! So, what did you do with the other pop-up?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/06/evolution-of-camping-family.html

Linda — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 17:30:00 -0000

Oh my gosh -- and look how much the guys have grown!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/06/fun-in-sun.html

Linda — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 22:18:00 -0000

Hee hee -- and J looks so "Joe Cool" all the time! Great photos, great family, great times -- so you're forgiven for taking 42 summer vacations to date this year...
(YES, people, FORTY TWO!)
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/06/chillin.html

Linda — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:54:00 -0000

Hee hee -- two weeks of non-vacationing is hardly a vacation from vacations ...

And you forgot to brag that you were able to pick up a city Moleskine! Lucky girl -- why don't they have a Knoxville city Moleskine, I wonder?
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/06/chillin.html

Linda — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 18:10:00 -0000

Ooooh ... and I just saw that American Idol is having auditions for the next show in SF on July 17 ... you should try out! Come to think about it... maybe you really should! David Cook wasn't planning on auditioning, and look what happened to him...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/07/independence-day.html

Linda — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 17:55:00 -0000

Yay! Wonderful shot!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/07/where-hell-is-matt-2008.html

Linda — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 21:45:00 -0000

:-D I LOVE this guy -- HE has the best job in the world...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/07/city-by-bay.html

Linda — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:40:00 -0000

Wonderful slide show! REally -- just beautiful.

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Linda — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:42:00 -0000

I LOVE this photo! Awesome color.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/07/happy-blogday.html

Linda — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 23:27:00 -0000

Well -- happy belated blogday to yoooouuuu!!! :-D
I'm very glad you blog the way you do. It keeps it interesting.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/pearhaps-youve-seen-it-before.html

Linda — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 17:55:00 -0000

Wonderful! I love the highlights. This red background is just BEAUTIFUL, too. And of course you can save number 3 -- I'll bet it's better than you think.
Pears ... hmmm.... I have pears...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2005/12/my-very-own-not-safe-but-good-lion.html

Linda — Wed, 28 Dec 2005 16:56:00 -0000

Diahn, this is awesome! You should consider sending a copy of it to the zoo!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2005/12/portrait-exchange-update.html

Linda — Thu, 29 Dec 2005 21:21:00 -0000

Oh my! This IS better!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/01/happy-new-year.html

Linda — Sun, 01 Jan 2006 21:02:00 -0000

Diahn, your hand drawing is fantastic! What a great series this is going to be. You and I need to plan on meeting sometime this year and going sketching together! (Maybe it will be easier to face the "monster public" if we go in twos ...)
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2006/01/my-two-sons.html

Linda — Tue, 03 Jan 2006 06:44:00 -0000

They ARE cute -- this is going to be a great painting!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/03/spring-is-in-air.html

Linda — Wed, 14 Mar 2007 16:04:00 -0000

:-D I never thought about the hairy responsibility of being a hair executive! These photos are great -- awesome camera you've got there. And isn't that little Fountain City area just neat? I don't think you could have asked for a better day to be out and about in!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/03/edm-110-draw-something-with-flames.html

Linda — Sun, 18 Mar 2007 12:12:00 -0000

I know you hated how the WC crayon worked, but I'll say it again -- this looks awesome!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/03/restful.html

Linda — Sat, 24 Mar 2007 20:06:00 -0000

What a beautiful place! I wonder if there's something we can do for our poor commercialized town?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/04/another-beautiful-day.html

Linda — Tue, 03 Apr 2007 21:40:00 -0000

Cool. You ARE telling us that you video taped YOUR happy dance, and it is out there somewhere on YouTube, right? I mean, it certainly sounded like ...
:-D Great afternoon for Tuesday afternoon at the park, and I'm so glad someone drew that iris. The duck painting is awesome -- would you just look at those drops! I'm loving the 6"x12" size... and yes, I even picked one or two up so we can use them when you teach me about acrylic!!!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/04/not-to-beat-dead-horse.html

Linda — Tue, 03 Apr 2007 21:48:00 -0000

Sigh. You were right. We're going to have an arts festival with no arts. Just an empty blank of a non-festival. What is it going to be called? A ____ Festival? The one and only FAMOUS Dogwood _____ Festival? And they scheduled it too late AGAIN, I think. The dogwoods are going to be gone by then. So I guess it will be a ____ ____ non-Festival. That should really bring 'em in!!

While I really do understand the issue about security and the federal buildings, there are PLENTY of other places to show art down there. I think we should take some of our paintings to Market Square and prop them up somewhere in protest. Well, your paintings would make it a festival. MINE would be protestable...

Like I said the other day, though, and in all seriousness -- we need to see what we can do to get involved if we want to change it!!!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/04/big-bad-bass.html

Linda — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 16:51:00 -0000

:-D I WAS expecting a fish! This is better. I likes it lots...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/04/accordian-girl.html

Linda — Sun, 08 Apr 2007 17:53:00 -0000

Oh, I remember that photo so well -- and this looks just like her! What a fun character she must be. Bet we WON'T be seeing her at the Dogwood Non-Arts Festival...
:-D Great stuff!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/04/wip-stephanie.html

Linda — Sun, 08 Apr 2007 17:52:00 -0000

Diahn, I don't know anyone who works with acrylic ink as well as you do. This is a fantastic painting -- and she really does glow, too! :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/04/thanks-lot-linda.html

Linda — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:37:00 -0000

ROFL! I am SOOO glad that the flamingo painting is mine, mine, mine! And you guys have to understand -- my bathroom has been painted a lovely warm ORANGE (with white tile and turquoise accents) all because Diahn inspired me to embrace the color orange. It is a very flattering color, and I'm on a campaign to get a law passed that all rooms should be painted this color. Anyway, this painting is PERFECT there! Yipee! I love it!
And Diahn, I think I would certainly recognize your work on it's own -- there's a use of color and composition that I just can't put my finger on. Very you! :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/04/art-fair.html

Linda — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 17:05:00 -0000

Yay! What a fun experience! And I really learned a lot from it, too. From the first photo, I also now have learned that black pants don't necessarily make you look thin, and I'm hoping like mad that the camera added the legendary 10 pounds. Either way, I'm off to walk a couple of miles!
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/04/eight-in-one-day.html

Linda — Sat, 28 Apr 2007 22:32:00 -0000

Aww -- good doggies, yes they are, good boys! Diahn -- these are great! We may have to start looking for the ATCA (ATC Anonymous) organization and get you signed up, though...
:-D The look like great fun!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/04/well-crap.html

Linda — Sat, 28 Apr 2007 22:35:00 -0000

Well, there are 109 of me, and 1.5 million with my first name (which happens to statistically be the 14th most popular first name in the US.) Sigh. And they are ALL within 5 years of the same age, I'd bet. And all have the middle name Lee, Lou, or Kaye. That's just a random bet... You should rejoice in your unique-ness!
;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/04/not-my-usual-but.html

Linda — Sat, 28 Apr 2007 22:39:00 -0000

Incredible depth of color. Now, I have to go look up dead and color glazing because it sounds a bit intense and very un-east-Tennesseean.

Really, this is just a bodaciously good looking apple! We HAVE to get together to go over these things... I wants to see how you does them... ;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/04/not-my-usual-but.html

Linda — Sun, 29 Apr 2007 21:10:00 -0000

Oh my gosh. I've been reading about the Flemish technique and now know that it WASN'T a typo when you said "dead layer"... wow.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/04/my-flemish-technique.html

Linda — Wed, 09 May 2007 22:18:00 -0000

Oh my gosh -- this is awesome! I can't believe I'm just now seeing it! I don't think you would want to skip any layers -- this is really perfect.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/05/what-ive-been-creating-lately.html

Linda — Tue, 15 May 2007 17:51:00 -0000

Oooh ... it looks great with the furniture on it! You are such a woman!

And, by the way, you can consider yourself tagged.
(wicked grin)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/05/linda-tagged-me.html

Linda — Tue, 15 May 2007 20:34:00 -0000

I did NOT know that I could call you Dr. Diahn. That's fun. I'm going to use that one a LOT. (Who's that calling? Oh, excuse me, it's a doctor's call... You KNOW that one could get me out of meetings early...)
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/05/week-in-life.html

Linda — Fri, 18 May 2007 16:52:00 -0000

:-D Yep, that is exactly what you sounded like Wednesday!
And I was saying the very same thing today about the importance of having a buddy who will offer some honest accountability! And I used the same example. (Not the gorilla, of course ... but I maybe could have!) It's very exciting to realize that we've made such progress in a relatively short time!
;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/05/happy-dancehappy-dance.html

Linda — Tue, 22 May 2007 16:23:00 -0000

I'm so tickled I can't focus at all this afternoon! These look so great on the screen -- everybody should get to see them in person.

What WILL we wear?
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/05/bolstered-by-her-recent-success.html

Linda — Thu, 24 May 2007 22:04:00 -0000

You shameless beggar woman! Yep, I'll be there for you! I'll try to at least sneak a photo with my phone! :-)
I'm so proud of you!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/05/more-art-opening-pics.html

Linda — Sat, 26 May 2007 14:41:00 -0000

:-D I LOVE that you put this post under the "adventures" label! It was an adventure for sure. I wish everybody could have seen this show in person, it was just amazing! There was an incredible amount of great artwork, but Diahn, yours really and truly stood out! I'm so proud of you I could just bust!

Side note:
Ahem....everybody needs to remember that the camera adds 10 pounds ... Diahn's camera is twice as nice as most, so it adds 20 pounds...
Oh, who am I kidding?
:-D It's great to be fat and happy!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/06/i-have-been-here-for-10-days-with-no.html

Linda — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 21:58:00 -0000

Oh hush up and quit bragging!
:-D It sounds really wonderful! We'll get you out and back into the swing of things when you get back.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/06/it-was-lovely-but.html

Linda — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 16:42:00 -0000

Casey's right -- I could hear the stress and strain in your voice this afternoon. Nobody should have to go to the beach for 3 our of 4 weeks -- it's just wrong to have to do that!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/06/it-was-lovely-but.html

Linda — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 16:44:00 -0000

Okay -- it should read "3 OUT of 4 weeks." See -- this type of error is exactly the type of thing that happens when you do stuff to cause your friends to worry about your well-being.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/06/contrary-to-popular-belief.html

Linda — Tue, 19 Jun 2007 20:47:00 -0000

Very nice work! I really loved the page about the frogs AND the boys chirping ... the Cajuns clanging bottle of beer ... very funny!
;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/06/front-page-news.html

Linda — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 20:31:00 -0000

Yay! I just made a note about your article on my blog! VERY good stuff, my dear!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/07/happy-4th-of-july.html

Linda — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 21:49:00 -0000

Hey -- I want to see the aftermath, too! ;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/07/portrait-and-figure-drawing-class.html

Linda — Sun, 08 Jul 2007 00:08:00 -0000

Awesome! I can see that this is going to be great for you!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/07/more-life-drawing.html

Linda — Sat, 21 Jul 2007 22:30:00 -0000

Oh, FANTASTIC drawings -- I'll agree that your next to the last pencil drawing tops the rest!
Great stuff!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/07/another-fine-example-of-patient.html

Linda — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 21:58:00 -0000

:-D I just can't stop laughing! This is a hoot!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/07/happy-belated-blogday-to-me.html

Linda — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 21:57:00 -0000

:-) HAPPY blogabirthday!! What a great landmark!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/07/when-boys-are-away.html

Linda — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 18:22:00 -0000

THIS simply rocks. I can see a row of them in my breakfast nook, or to-be-redecorated-dining room. Hmmm...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2007/08/deja-las-gansadas.html

Linda — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 18:19:00 -0000

Pero, me gusta las gansadas ...
Sorry you're in such a rut (see, that was kind of a play on your whole corundum theme...) BUT I have to agree -- we need to make our next "meeting" about ART -- so let's go paint somewhere! And while you're listening to iTunes, you need to just go download the song "Summertime Blues" -- either The Who or Blue Cheer (my fav) -- and dance a bit. You'll feel less like thinking!

P.S. The encaustic type stuff is awesome. Are you going to teach me how to do that, or do I have to break into your house and steal your secret notebook???

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/02/on-horizon.html

Linda — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 20:12:00 -0000

You are so right -- the work that the boys did is absolutely stunning! So, even if you may not have done all that you'd originally planned to do in January, THIS was time well spent, and the change in plan was value added!! Tell the boys that I really want to see copies of these.
;-) Nanny and Pop Pops had to be delighted!
And you already know what I think about that apple. WOW.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/02/forgiven.html

Linda — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 17:05:00 -0000

Great color wheels! Tell D what a good job he did, and tell J that I hope he gets feeling better - I want to see his, too.
:-)
(And everytime I see that apple rising (below) I am more and more impressed with it. wow.)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/02/aw-shucks.html

Linda — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 17:00:00 -0000

Aw shucks, indeed! Thank you for the award! :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/02/apple-day.html

Linda — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 17:17:00 -0000

Why fight it, indeed -- especially with results like this! An apple a day -- makes me think you need a March daily challenge, too ... Ha!

And I know what you mean -- I LOVE that 300# hot press paper. Beeyoutifullll..... I still haven't tried the gouache on it, though. Huh. Something to do on this cloudy dreary day...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/02/snow-day.html

Linda — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 18:52:00 -0000

What a fun day you guys had! And wasn't it just beautiful early this morning -- white knuckles and all. :-D GREAT snow angel. That's what I call focus and dedication.

I'm surprised to see the day lilies already poking up -- I hadn't noticed! I need to get out there and check mine ...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/03/stumped.html

Linda — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 07:16:00 -0000

Ppffffftttt!!!!!
That's all I have to say.

Okay -- I can say more -- spring will be here soon! Hang on, little tomato! Do we need to get some cans of spray paint and do some grafitti?
;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/knit-my-average-art.html

Linda — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 23:09:00 -0000

Yep -- that counts as art! And it WAS a pajama and knitting day ... sigh. The rain was loverly!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/junebug-ish.html

Linda — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 07:03:00 -0000

Yes, check, chick! :-D Goal met!
Perfectly said, too -- and I would have recognized Junebug without you saying who it was, so well done. He gets such a solemn look on his face ...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/chalk-it-up.html

Linda — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 16:55:00 -0000

Fun fun stuff!! ;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/mess-of-pumpkins.html

Linda — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:42:00 -0000

That looks like FUN! :-D I love those pink shadows. yep... shadows really CAN be any color, as long as the value is right ... you proved it!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/backin-it-up.html

Linda — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 14:10:00 -0000

:-D Sheesh, indeed! You CAN'T be a scientist -- you're MOM and AN ARTIST. Hee hee hee! Doesn't it make you wonder what misconceptions you had (and may still have) about your own parents?

Lovely drawing of the lovely bones. I love bones. Wonderful!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/whats-my-pearpose.html

Linda — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 18:21:00 -0000

Well, it looks pretty much pearfect to me...
I love it! And that's an interesting thought about the point of doing a series. VERY interesting thought.
Hmmm.
Go vacuum. Yeah right. Isn't that what kids are for?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/pearpetual.html

Linda — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 20:10:00 -0000

Lovely pear!
Interesting questions... I'm still having to force myself to draw daily. (And even though I didn't post yesterday, I drew -- it was just too awful!) :-D I wonder why I have to force myself to do something that I really enjoy so very much? It makes me think about balance in life and how I, for one, need to stay alert to being in balance. The TV is my weakness ... hmmm.... that may be the topic for a post...

Great questions! The month is nearly over. I'm going for the rest of the year! (With a couple of planned out of town exceptions...)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/muy-gourd-o.html

Linda — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 17:11:00 -0000

VERY good play on words! I'm rolling! And what a good looking gourd it is, too...
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/winging-it.html

Linda — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 16:35:00 -0000

It's gourdgeous!
:-D Have a wonderful trip! I'll be thinking about you and Leonardo together...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/wherefore-art-thou.html

Linda — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 17:15:00 -0000

Wow -- they really DO have great eyes for interesting stuff. Tell D I want to talk to him about using that first one for a painting ... (hee hee hee -- did I ask before you did?)
Glad you're back and that you had a great time!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/bird-in-moleskine.html

Linda — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:16:00 -0000

Not adept? Gimme a break -- this is awesome! And it is a sparrow...
;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/brother-can-you-sparrow-dime.html

Linda — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:18:00 -0000

Can you believe that Artober is 2/3 of the way over? What are you coming up with for November?
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/if-you-leaf-me-now.html

Linda — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 17:19:00 -0000

Okay ..
1) I love the leaves. Dang. You're good with leaves, you know!
2) I love the knitting photo. The fingerless gloves are a great idea -- did you do the pattern?
3) You are, obviously, insane.
4) In case you didn't think I was serious about any of the above, particularly #3, I was. Serious, that is.

:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/i-like-you-berry-much.html

Linda — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:32:00 -0000

What fun! I love those berries -- they are just perfectly positioned and the shadows make them pop right out on the page.
You are CRAZY.
Are you sure you're not pregnant? Do I know about the other crazy thing on the horizon, and just don't know that I know? Or do I actually remember that I know and can't say -- in other words, is it THAT crazy looming thing? Or some other?

Hey, you started it.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/i-like-you-berry-much.html

Linda — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 17:24:00 -0000

Ha! I knew I knew something new...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/what-october-31-already.html

Linda — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 17:23:00 -0000

I wonder what costumes you guys are coming up with this year? Can't wait to see them!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/go-go-go-go-go.html

Linda — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 21:29:00 -0000

go go speedracers!

And I can't believe that Artober is Artover now...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/november-dawning.html

Linda — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 20:21:00 -0000

Let it go... let it go ... breathe deeply ... let it go...
Just kidding -- don't let it go, because your OCD makes you OSF (Oh So Fun).
So there.
Obsess On, Sister!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/darkness.html

Linda — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 10:54:00 -0000

Dang. I thought it was next week. Did I totally miss out on getting my extra hour of sleep? Did I get my extra hour and NOT KNOW IT because D re-set the clock without telling me? DANG!

And I hate it, too. Especially the driving to and from work in the dark bit. Yuk. THE DARKNESS. Good name for it.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/boys.html

Linda — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 12:05:00 -0000

Not only is this a great shot, but it is wonderfully composed!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/woman-who-posts-here-is-loony.html

Linda — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 17:15:00 -0000

You go, girl! That's one of my favorite signs in Knoxville and I have tons of BAD photos of it. I'm SO glad you got a good one!
:-) Hmmm... loony is as loony does, momma used to say ...
Sorry. That just popped into my mind.
And you really are a busy one, aren't you?!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/bridging-gap.html

Linda — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 19:42:00 -0000

Yes! Marta -- it really and truly IS that beautiful here ... and if you do come visit, you better bet I'd be joining in! ;-D

Diahn -- well said. I really like the idea of The Public Yelling of Compliments To And Fro. I wonder if I could institute that policy at work? Hmmm....

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/jump-in.html

Linda — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 19:37:00 -0000

Oh, the terror before the jump is half the fun! Wonderful shot, too. I hope you're not getting rained on too hard there.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/monumental.html

Linda — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 17:13:00 -0000

Goosebumps, indeed! What a fantastic shot.

Can't wait to see your pics of the other memorials and monuments. Patriotism is the very best kind of geekiness.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/someone-got-big-head.html

Linda — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 17:20:00 -0000

Isn't that just incredible? And he didn't even have any speechwriters...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/how-do-we-measure-up.html

Linda — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 17:32:00 -0000

So who put their foot against Lincoln's?
:-D Great post.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/erosion.html

Linda — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 22:18:00 -0000

I know, I know ... but did you hear that Angelina and Jennifer are mad at each other again over Brad?
:-D
You are so RIGHT! But rest assured that your kids have pretty good role models in their parents. Pretty good role models indeed...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/no-excuses.html

Linda — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 18:05:00 -0000

hee hee! I love this photo!
You know, it seems to me that school is as much about learning discipline and structure as it is about multiplication. But on any day I like the idea of doing a little boogie-woogie ...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/nectar.html

Linda — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 17:20:00 -0000

Yes yes! And aren't we having the most beautiful autumn ever?
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/bugs.html

Linda — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 18:23:00 -0000

Wow, they really ARE good guys! Of course, I never doubted it...
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/deer-in-headlights.html

Linda — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 19:11:00 -0000

You're more than halfway there -- you can do it!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/would-you-bemy-neighbor.html

Linda — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 18:29:00 -0000

Your poor poor Google reader...
;-D And yes, I know what you mean!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/when-whole-world-fits-inside-of-your.html

Linda — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:45:00 -0000

I'd say you struck gold with this one. Great photo!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/play-misty-for-me.html

Linda — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 18:04:00 -0000

Yes, you do need to paint this. Teri is RIGHT!
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/light-in-darkness.html

Linda — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:13:00 -0000

BEAUTIFUL!!! I'm linking to this. PERFECT for the day.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/things-are-looking-up.html

Linda — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 19:50:00 -0000

You clever clever girl! This would be WONDERFUL done so large. I think you should make that a project ...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/moonrise-over-smithsonian-castle.html

Linda — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 20:41:00 -0000

Where's here? And are you dreaming of Prince Charming or the UPS guy?
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/burnin-up.html

Linda — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 22:06:00 -0000

Have a great holiday Diahn! Come back rested and refreshed!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/revealing.html

Linda — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:23:00 -0000

I apologize for any loud sounds of weeping that come from my part of town ...
:-(
ON THE OTHER HAND -- I'm jazzed about coming to visit DC!
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/gobble-gobble.html

Linda — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 22:50:00 -0000

DANG. That's a good photo, that is.
Happy Thanksgiving!
And -- my word verification scramble for this post is a real word today, believe it or not -- "humble" -- as in pie. Just like pumpkin -- pie that is.
Too Much Turkey.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/11/snooty.html

Linda — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 18:25:00 -0000

WEEPING.

That's all I have to say about that.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/12/staple-it-together-and-call-it-bad.html

Linda — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 15:52:00 -0000

Wooooo!
:-D I love the stapler and the Jack Johnson song!

And, ahhhhh... the wonderful tackiness that is Christmas. IT IS THE BEST!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/12/comfortable.html

Linda — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 19:23:00 -0000

Oh, I envy you your day of pajamas and hugs and peanut butter cookies. It was a truly nasty day to be out and about. And believe me, I WAS OUT AND ABOUT. Doing important stuff. Um, NOT. At least, not anymore important than your day, and probably lots less important. (Referring to yesterday's post.)

See... you're changing the world one peanut butter cookie at a time... :-)

Oooh. And my mixed up letter for the word verification is "frofl" -- sounds like it ought to be a word, doesn't it!?

Frofl. Define that.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/12/lunacy.html

Linda — Sat, 13 Dec 2008 21:02:00 -0000

GREAT shot! I totally forgot to go look at it last night, despite my good intentions to catch the BIG event -- it was pretty doggone bright the night before, though.

And congrats on the many many posts. 500? You go, girl!
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/12/landing.html

Linda — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:26:00 -0000

Oh, this is great! Do we get to see D's, too?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/12/tic-tac-toe.html

Linda — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 00:38:00 -0000

Okay ... that's just cool. Waaaay cool!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/12/nine.html

Linda — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 18:21:00 -0000

Happy Birthday Doodlebug!
(he even LOOKS older....)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/12/joy-wrapped-in-sorrow.html

Linda — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 15:46:00 -0000

Dang. Sweet, sweet Ben. What a great, fun and totally COOL cat he was. I'm so sorry.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/petal-to-metal.html

Linda — Thu, 07 May 2009 21:35:00 -0000

Absolutely GORGEOUS!
yeah... you're in for trouble in the future with that boy, you know..
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2005/12/edm-24-draw-piece-of-fruit.html

Linda — Tue, 27 Dec 2005 16:24:00 -0000

Great color variations in this orange! What's a watercolor stack pack?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/07/upside-down.html

Linda — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 23:28:00 -0000

Monday. Start on Monday. Summer should last a while longer...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/07/more-things-change.html

Linda — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 14:16:00 -0000

Perfect!!! I think you should run ... you could be our first blonde president (even if you DO have to pay for it.) You could run me as veep and I could hold my fingers up in a peace sign behind your head like bunny ears. We'd have a good time. Laws could be passed that said everybody had to dance once a day and nobody could complain about big business if they had had a Starbuck's coffee in the last 30 days. Life would be good.
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/identity-crisis.html

Linda — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 23:06:00 -0000

hee hee -- cool Nashville country-rock star! Actually, I think the 14 year old piano prodigy looks like you more than the 17 year old photo. That's hilarious!

Post a pic of the current style!!!!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/once-upon-time.html

Linda — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 18:12:00 -0000

Applause!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/blankies.html

Linda — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 18:15:00 -0000

I love it that you keep the quilts out. You were a cute baby, too. But you probably already know that.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/generations.html

Linda — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 15:10:00 -0000

I LOVE that photo! What great huge gigantic smiles!!!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/radio.html

Linda — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 15:08:00 -0000

Hee hee hee. Radio! I can't believe you didn't get that joke.

I'm glad that today is one of the good ones.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/longevity.html

Linda — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 16:26:00 -0000

Wow! 67 years!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/junebug.html

Linda — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 21:31:00 -0000

Good Grief! Those are some whoppin' roots! I like the name Junebug, too... ;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/17-days.html

Linda — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 21:33:00 -0000

hee hee -- podunk! That's too funny. And I should tell you folks -- it looks waaaay cool in person.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/play-guitar-on-mtv.html

Linda — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 22:42:00 -0000

Yay! You are perfectly un-boring. I'm still looking for that perfect country song, too...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/who-me.html

Linda — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:56:00 -0000

Awwwww!!! You're the best homeschooling mom I know -- no joke. If you ever want to really add to the eclectic approach, you can always drop them off to work with me one day and we'll learn about how to read a calendar and about doing the things that are ON the calendar, and about putting things in alphabetical order, and then how they have to put them in different things called "files", and how sometimes grownups don't pick up their things and a person called a "manager" has to either say sharp things to them or just pick it up for them. Yeah. That would be an education. Or THEY could just come and show the grownups how to pick up their own things ...

Nah. They're getting a MUCH better education with you!
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/two-weeks.html

Linda — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 19:32:00 -0000

Dang. I was going to say that you wouldn't be you if you weren't obsessing ... and Melinda ALREADY SAID IT. And she's right about the fairy. Sometimes the fairy brings 15 pounds. Sometimes the fairly is super magical and brings a big butt, cellulite, and moves other things around and down, all without adding a single pound. It just depends on what kind of karma you've stored up. But no matter WHAT the fairy brings, she can't take away cool pink hair. Nope. She just can't.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/shows-what-i-know.html

Linda — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:35:00 -0000

Yay! Great little business-fellahs there... good work guys!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/okay.html

Linda — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:38:00 -0000

So... I wonder if, in the article, she MEANT to say "skin scare" rather than "skin care" or if it was an unbelievably clever accident! :-D
Hee hee ... I want to hear details about that dinner party!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/okay.html

Linda — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:39:00 -0000

Wait -- and I want to party with Maaartaaa... Di, can we go to California?
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/bookish.html

Linda — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 19:55:00 -0000

Yipee!!! Okay -- from the looks of the trailer, this one might -- and I mean MIGHT -- turn out GOOD!!

I love that book. They better not mess it up. But I'm like you -- I love Queen Latifah.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/my-best-birthday-present-ever.html

Linda — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 06:50:00 -0000

Happy Birthday, buddy! Hope the weekend is great -- there should be good weather!
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/five-uh-four.html

Linda — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 22:32:00 -0000

Wonderful! Doesn't look like you missed a beat ... and D did an awesome job, too!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/some-days.html

Linda — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 22:33:00 -0000

Dude!
That is totally spooky.
And the photo rocks.
;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/sleeping-giants.html

Linda — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 21:36:00 -0000

I wonder if Ingrid Bergman was in any way an Ottoman Turk?
Diahn the Magnificent.
Waaaay cool.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/one.html

Linda — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 19:51:00 -0000

You like baths. The dog needs a bath. "D" stands for dog -- "D" stands for Diahn -- "D" stands for the "Day" in Happy Birth"Day". You never dated any guys named "Earl", did you?

You should be featured on the Twilight Zone ... It is totally creepy!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/blastoff.html

Linda — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 23:08:00 -0000

Well. Here we are. Forty.
Okay, people... I slaved over this very serious poem for Diahn's birthday, and she says I should let you all read it, too. So, here goes...

(note -- this should be read aloud, slowly, and with a solemn and stately tone using appropriate pauses and artistically timed run-on phrases.)

(ahem)
(rustle of papers)

(ahem)

Happy Birthday
to you.
Happy
Birtday
to you.
HAPPY birthday dear
Diahn;
Happy Birthday
to you. You
live
in a zoo.
That rhymes with...
kudzu.
I know
what you're
thinking.
You thought kan-ga-roo happy
birthday
to you.
Happy
Birthday
to you.
HAPPY birthday
Dear
Diahn;
happy birthday
to
you.

The End.

Really -- I'm simply exhausted from the effort that it took to write that.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/blastoff.html

Linda — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 23:10:00 -0000

Yes. Did you notice the sly completely intentional spelling of the word "birtday"??
It is metaphoric.
You're old and wise -- figure it out.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/blastoff.html

Linda — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 23:11:00 -0000

Bucky?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/08/im-40-and-1-day.html

Linda — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 23:15:00 -0000

NO WAY!!!!
I wanna go for a riiiide!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/09/have-you-seen-this.html

Linda — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 22:19:00 -0000

Hee hee -- I went there and visited the other day. I figured from the TITLE that it had to be yours! ;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/09/go-wash.html

Linda — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 12:01:00 -0000

A jaunty red hat, indeed! I'm so glad you've picked the paintbrush back up. I'm working my way through the stuff piled up on my table, with all intentions of starting again this week, too. Something in the air...
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/09/is-it-really-monday-already.html

Linda — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 21:26:00 -0000

So... did you paint?
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/09/blue-ben.html

Linda — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 20:27:00 -0000

Beee-yoooo-ti-fuullll Blue Ben! I love it -- and you got his expression just exactly right.
;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/09/benji-again.html

Linda — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 21:45:00 -0000

Grrrreat! :-D This is really fantastic!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/09/girl-at-panera.html

Linda — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 22:26:00 -0000

Hee hee ... vitamins! That's good. Loved this drawing last night, and I love it still!

And I've decided to blame my rusty drawing skills on bad pens.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/09/everyday-spatters.html

Linda — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 20:38:00 -0000

Hee hee ... that's the nice thing about having kids in the house. There are such INTERESTING things lying around to draw...

Okay. That's not the ONLY nice thing about kids. Just one of the nice things. Sometimes.

You know what I mean.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/09/pearfection.html

Linda — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 22:01:00 -0000

Oh yay! I think that's a fantastic idea. I'm glad to hear that the sketchbook holds up well ... I need to break mine out and give it a try.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/09/honestly.html

Linda — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 18:03:00 -0000

Uh-oh! yes, your many pears count for today. Especially since you've been painting a deck, too. FEEL BETTER!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/09/pear-one.html

Linda — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:27:00 -0000

Yay! I love the logo and you KNOW I'm in for it.
NaNoWriMo -- what the heck is that?
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/09/pear-one.html

Linda — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:28:00 -0000

And the pear -- oh my gosh, the pear absolutely ROCKS. This series is going to be awesome.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/100108-dont-be-chicken.html

Linda — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:30:00 -0000

Great rooster ... is this in the big book?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/100208-benji-in-brown.html

Linda — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 17:45:00 -0000

Fantastic! It looks just like him, with wonderful lines and placement on the page.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/100208-benji-in-brown.html

Linda — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:30:00 -0000

great lines in the cat & so much said with so little. I linked back to you from my blog after seeing "Artober" on soulbrush's site--great idea. Oops, now I need to get busy. Love that chicken!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/can-you-still-smell-smoke.html

Linda — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 18:36:00 -0000

Yay! You're back! I love the leaf drawing -- what a fun way of doing it. Dr. Smarty Pants does have a difficult nose, doesn't he .. still -- verrrry nice! What a fabulous view from the dome -- I don't think I've ever seen it quite that clear up there. Wow. Were the ferns still green at the base of the tower, or had they gone yellow yet? That's my favorite thing about Clingman's dome -- the ferns! ;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/10/doodlebug-ish.html

Linda — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 21:59:00 -0000

:-D He's much too tall to be a hobbit, but he does look like the movie version!!! (The movie hobbits don't look a bit like what I USED to imagine hobbits looked like ...) Great drawing ... and thank you for listing the Artober blogs! Artober ... what a great name and logo. You should go work for an art center somewhere.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/floral-mystery.html

Linda — Thu, 07 May 2009 21:40:00 -0000

I knew it was a fritillaria, because I planted one once. Pretty, but stinky, as I recall...
Your drawing is EXCELLENT!
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/boneheaded.html

Linda — Fri, 08 May 2009 19:48:00 -0000

Oh, that's a girl dino (which would make her a "dinA" and an "allosaurusse")
:-D Wonderful drawing!
And how fantastic that your problem with water was resolved so quickly. That's AWESOME. We had some big-time rain here today, so be prepared. If the same stuff is heading your way now ...

Yep. Mercy.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/happy-mothers-shadow-shot-sunday.html

Linda — Sun, 10 May 2009 08:56:00 -0000

Wonderful fun, even if I am envious! (okay, but in a really good way!) They really ARE wonderful guys, aren't they. Hope the rest of your Mother's Day weekend is just as GREAT!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/mother-may-i.html

Linda — Mon, 11 May 2009 22:48:00 -0000

Hey, nothing wrong with being a tres cool geek...
:-)
Your day sounds fabulous, and your iris is perfect.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/goobers.html

Linda — Tue, 12 May 2009 21:11:00 -0000

They are hilarious!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/cheesy-chihuahua-now-with-extra-fat.html

Linda — Wed, 13 May 2009 19:35:00 -0000

Aw ... Chico is cute! :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/fritterly.html

Linda — Thu, 14 May 2009 21:17:00 -0000

Well, frittlerly. No, that sounds too happy.
Sorry about your crap day -- and you CAN hang in for 6 more!
:-)

AND your painting ROCKS!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/soapy-shadow.html

Linda — Sun, 17 May 2009 10:37:00 -0000

Oooh -- love that green shadow! And I also love the smell of cucumber stuff, so I'll have to try the Method brand. :-)
Have a wonderful trip -- eat some mud-bugs for me!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/sky-high.html

Linda — Mon, 18 May 2009 19:39:00 -0000

I LOVE LOVE LOVE air shows. I don't know diddly about the planes (although, all things considered I really SHOULD), and always rely on the nephews to yell at me and tell me what's what. Great photos!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/willie-nelson-is-riding-shotgun.html

Linda — Wed, 20 May 2009 21:25:42 -0000

And I know you'll be singing harmony at the top of your fantastic voice!
:-)
have a GREAT trip!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/bridging-gap.html

Linda — Mon, 25 May 2009 01:17:55 -0000

What a cutie pie.
And, hey -- I think I recognize that bridge -- is it down by Ralph & Kacoo's?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/on-not-driving.html

Linda — Mon, 25 May 2009 01:16:25 -0000

Woo hoo! Great photos! Don't you just love a heckler with a sense of humor?
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/hoot-holler.html

Linda — Thu, 28 May 2009 09:54:54 -0000

It really IS the year of the bird for you, isn't it!

Coooool.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/shadow-patterns.html

Linda — Sun, 31 May 2009 17:58:59 -0000

Gorgeous!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/06/it-june.html

Linda — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 20:43:01 -0000

Sigh.
(grin)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/06/keep-that-heart-rate-up-mama.html

Linda — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 22:29:27 -0000

:-D They are so much FUN!!! But I'll admit -- I was a little bit tired after yesterday. Kind of like watching 2 ... no 3! ... movies all at the same time ..
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/06/light-post.html

Linda — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 22:39:45 -0000

Eyebrow piercing. Then you can look all quizzical and superior...
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/06/creating-zen-like-blog.html

Linda — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 18:22:30 -0000

Ahhhh.... I so TOTALLY miss our hot tub -- and getting out in it in the very early morning before work was such a treat. I'm doubly envious since you had somebody bring you coffee WHILE you hot tubbed IN THE MORNING. Awesome. Fantastic.
Totally non-boring.
Aaauuuuummmmmm......

and good grief ... my word verification word is "fading"... they heard the sound of "aauuummm...."
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/06/answer-my-friend.html

Linda — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 22:34:31 -0000

Not allowed??? Phhhhbbbbbttttt....

I'll come bail you out. Dry Di, Dry!
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/06/i-remember.html

Linda — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 19:20:15 -0000

:-D GREAT photo!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/06/rising-from-ashes.html

Linda — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 22:29:08 -0000

Nice!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/06/i-have-idea.html

Linda — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 22:59:36 -0000

And a fun time was had ...
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/06/summer-shadows.html

Linda — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 21:36:15 -0000

Oooh -- I love the summery blue! I thought at first that it was a photo of the goggles on the bottom of the pool ... blue, blue blue...
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/06/summer-here.html

Linda — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 21:10:47 -0000

I'm glad all is going well! You know to take interesting beach pics for me ... right?
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/wipe-out.html

Linda — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 21:37:32 -0000

:-D
You might be right! That WAS a real mwaah-haa-haa kind of laugh...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/beach-art.html

Linda — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 19:45:26 -0000

A turtle on the beach! OF COURSE! Absolutely perfect ... fantastic ... amazing!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/we-did-it.html

Linda — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 03:08:40 -0000

Bravo! Good job, guys!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/bam.html

Linda — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 00:01:13 -0000

Oh, come on -- you ARE a rock star!!!
:-D I'm tired just reading about it all -- I knew you had been busy, but when you put it like that it is pretty impressive.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/still-playing.html

Linda — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 19:18:41 -0000

FUN!!! I hear that the new iPod touch will have a phone ... I may have to upgrade. You just won't see me giving up Verizon ... or will you?
Dang. You tempt me.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/it-friday.html

Linda — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 07:28:52 -0000

Ok ... I wants this, yes we does, my precious...
:-). Gorgeous work!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/mr-bluebird-on-my-shoulder.html

Linda — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 15:35:15 -0000

Beautiful, Diahn! And you've captured a bluebird's spirit, too -- really really wonderful!
(And if Diahn runs out of room at her house, for those of you who need to come to Tennessee to see bluebirds, I'm right down the road and can put a few of you up! We have them about every few hundred feet in our neighborhood...)
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/free-to-good-home.html

Linda — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 15:40:24 -0000

(waving arm in the air and jumping up and down)...
me, too! me, too!
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/obx-dreamin.html

Linda — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 18:48:45 -0000

Me, too, mi hermana... me, too.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/shadow-shot-shaggy.html

Linda — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 18:49:45 -0000

Oh, this is the BEST! Love it!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/warbler.html

Linda — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 23:21:15 -0000

Oooh, she's right -- these do remind me somewhat of Griffin and Sabine ... Wow.
Wonderful drawing and it sounds like you plan a wonderful rule-breaking day. Hope it went well!
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/seven.html

Linda — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 22:35:18 -0000

I did NOT know that Dr. Smarty Pants does dishes. Dang. That's cool.

And I had "a moment" when I read that you were an on site pornographer at an archaeological dig... then I re-read and said, "oh."

Oh.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/dont-just-stand-there.html

Linda — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 17:29:50 -0000

I can't even think in regular sentences, much less haiku when I look at THIS painting! This is top notch, girl, and you better enter me to win!

and I'm tweeting you
and commenting on facebook ...
this is so awesome.

Okay. I haiku-ed you after all. (Gesundheit!)

:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/dont-just-stand-there.html

Linda — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 21:08:56 -0000

AN ADDITIONAL HAIKU ... because I really love the sparrow, too.

I know of two boys
Both so handsome and funny.
They will pick me.

Love,
Linda

P.S. This isn't cheating. Not at all.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/dont-just-stand-there.html

Linda — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 21:30:12 -0000

Dang. I just realized my last line only had 4 syllables. Rats.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/haiku-winner.html

Linda — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 17:54:06 -0000

Oooh, that IS a good haiku! He even worked in the traditional seasonal reference. Good choice, guys -- and LUCKY DAN!
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/iris-three.html

Linda — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 19:06:02 -0000

Great piece, Di! I love the perspective on the irises ... perfect!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/07/phineas-needed-friend.html

Linda — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 23:04:50 -0000

Oooh, what a personality he has! His name fits him perfectly!
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/08/have-you-seen-digby.html

Linda — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 19:17:59 -0000

oh congratulations!

And pooh. I'd called my sister to tell her she should get him for me for Christmas, and she didn't answer. What is it they say about the early bird getting the worm? Is this a case of the early person getting the bird?
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/08/shadow-smoochin.html

Linda — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 17:22:17 -0000

Awwww...

Love this love shot!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/08/thaddeus.html

Linda — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 19:04:39 -0000

Love him! Oh, I wish I could be there for the Diahn / Steviewren meet-up! Sounds like so much fun!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/08/little-birdie-told-me.html

Linda — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 23:23:04 -0000

Love the photo, especially those big smiles!
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/08/watch-out-little-birds.html

Linda — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 22:56:48 -0000

This debacle must end! And by that I mean the July banner-Jonas lovin'-Farkle playin' kind. Right here in River City.

whew. That was a relief.

I LOVE Merle. LOVE HIM.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/08/watch-out-little-birds.html

Linda — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 23:02:20 -0000

That was a close call. You avoided the conundrum of a blogging debacle. Nice one.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/berried-in-paperwork.html

Linda — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 19:47:15 -0000

Oh, I love this one ... "berry" much...
Sigh.
Lens.Us.Together. is going to be fun!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/02/everywhere-we-go.html

Linda — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 19:40:00 -0000

Yep. I still say you brought it!
:-D Maybe tomorrow!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/02/vroom.html

Linda — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 19:29:00 -0000

That war memorial really got me when I first saw it ... it was kind of a surprise and really quite took my breath. Did you see the memorial to the nurses?

And I'm guessing that the Ott BOYS aren't the only ones who were drooling over the au-to-mo-biles...
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/02/200-ish.html

Linda — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 18:29:00 -0000

Hee hee -- I grit my teeth and work too much and take naps when I get home from work and seldom paint anything worth discussing. And then March comes and I wonder why I wasted an entire month ...
:-D
LOVELY drawing -- fantastic!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/02/bye-bye-blackbird.html

Linda — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 18:33:00 -0000

Oooh -- that is great! I love how you've added color to the wings on this one. What pencil are you using to get such dark blacks? I can't get my darks dark enough on this darn paper!
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/02/ode-to-february.html

Linda — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 15:38:00 -0000

Thbbt indeed. At least the darkness is lifting ...
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/02/rex-and-crisis-of-conscience.html

Linda — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 21:30:00 -0000

Diahn ... I think lots of kids do that, and he'll probably get tired of doing without cheeseburgers pretty soon. He has an interesting philosophy, though -- personally, I can't eat something I DON'T like ... like sea slugs and oysters. Yuk.
;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/all-hyped-up-on-melinda.html

Linda — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 21:31:00 -0000

Mwwaaaaah..ha...haaaa....
(that was the voice of Winter, mocking and despising us all..)
:-D
Wonderful drawing, too!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/quit-yer-beachin.html

Linda — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 19:34:00 -0000

Hee hee hee! Melinda -- you crack me up!
Diahn ... that's very cool. I sure hadn't gotten you linked up that far!
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/as-crow-flies.html

Linda — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 19:04:00 -0000

Wonderful crow! Love those claws especially.
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/cardinal-sin-of-cardinals.html

Linda — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 19:06:00 -0000

Hee hee hee -- you have those cardinal sounds down pat! They always nest in our front bushes, except this year they will be in for a surprise with Chaos hanging around. I hope they find SOMEPLACE safe to, well, you know what they need to do. I love the bird series.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/are-you-taunting-me.html

Linda — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 19:16:00 -0000

Wonderful!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/prophesy-robin.html

Linda — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 16:00:00 -0000

Yeah, you go girl! There are loads more of those spider hangers at Jerry's if you need me to pick you up a couple!
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/everything-comin-up-crocuses.html

Linda — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 15:58:00 -0000

Pretty pretty! You got the light essence of a crocus just right.

Ahem. We TOLD you spring would come. It will snow until the first week of April, though. Sorry, but that's the way it is going to be this year, the old people tell me so.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/spiro-gyro.html

Linda — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 15:57:00 -0000

Yipee! I had one and LOVED it! Your description is perfect...
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/say-what.html

Linda — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 21:12:00 -0000

Perfect! I love this!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/my-little-chickadees.html

Linda — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 18:54:00 -0000

I can't wait to see the group shot of those birds -- this series is absolutely brilliant!
And the story about the glasses made me say "awwww..." They're good boys. They really are.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/zip-dee-doo-dah.html

Linda — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 19:01:00 -0000

I'm interested! And you'd better not get to likin' it too dang much...
grrrr.
:-)
Really -- I totally understand how change can be fun. And you're living in a fun place now, too. If, however, you'd been moved into some of the little one-horse towns I got to live in during the "move once a year" days ... well, let's just say you should count yourself lucky! (Although, in all fairness, those one-horse towns weren't all THAT bad... except for maybe one or two of them...)
So.
So There.
Hmmmph.
Don't get too comfy.
But you can still blog about it.
;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/zip-dee-doo-dah.html

Linda — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 19:02:00 -0000

Oh,and tell J I love his bird! And I love yours, too.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/i-have-no-title-for-this-post.html

Linda — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 21:10:00 -0000

Hee hee -- it looks like underwater contour mapping. That's why it is a seagull. See? There are no coincidences!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/day-late.html

Linda — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 21:12:00 -0000

Absolutely BRILLIANT poem, and you get huge points for finding it!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/tale-of-two-cities-part-b-getting.html

Linda — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 22:35:00 -0000

Okay, and I love the gangsta's in the back seat of the car...
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/tale-of-two-cities-part-c-it-people.html

Linda — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 22:34:00 -0000

Fantastic! You are so right ... but sometimes the chatty conversation isn't so welcome. I ran into the store the other day after work, and when the cashier saw my name tag and occupation, she pulled up her pants leg and showed me how badly she bruised in several places, and where her leg felt funny, and how her back bothered her, and did I know so-and-so, and what would I do if I was her, and she bets I love my job, and look at how blue that sky is, and how she really does bruise that easy and always will and then she told me her age and that she had a daughter who didn't bruise at all, and she smiled the ENTIRE TIME ... my head was spinning.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/tale-of-two-cities-part-e-let-me.html

Linda — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 10:18:00 -0000

Who recognizes that first line? Ooooh ... oooh! I do, I do!
:-D What a great movie!

Enjoy urbania while you can. Then come back home. We'll still be here.
;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/injustice.html

Linda — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 23:32:00 -0000

Dang. The one good thing about being in DC ... which you aren't. Dang.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/03/it-just-bug.html

Linda — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 21:48:00 -0000

Mmmmmm....tacos! Great job, guys!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/04/pinky-diahnero.html

Linda — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 21:10:00 -0000

YAY! I LOVE it! Can't wait to see it. :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/04/longest-trip.html

Linda — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 21:28:00 -0000

Gorgeous shots and we all think it was absolutely worth it that you went through all of that for us...
;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/04/hawkeye.html

Linda — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 21:29:00 -0000

THERE'S that gorgeous bird!!! Love it.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/04/who.html

Linda — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 19:42:00 -0000

I hope yours was fantastic! Mine was THE BEST!
:-) And hey -- love that new header. I've been meaning to say that...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/04/dilapidated.html

Linda — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 21:47:00 -0000

You're getting GOOD at that hatching stuff! I really like this one!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/04/it-ends-in-zeroright.html

Linda — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 21:45:00 -0000

Oh wow. That's awesome and totally unexpected! Thank you!
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/04/panda-monium.html

Linda — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 22:01:00 -0000

WONDERFUL shots, as always! Love the light on the gorilla ... sweet.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/04/spring-hatching.html

Linda — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 21:53:00 -0000

Absolutely fantastic! You know how I love those tulips...
;-) Hope you enjoyed the Ferraris and gorgeous day!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/04/spring-shadow-shot-and-spring-fling.html

Linda — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 18:03:00 -0000

Great photos! I read about Shadow Sunday last night and was going to try and find some good ones today. Unfortunately, the entire landscape is in shadow today -- rainy and cloudy and more suited to reflections than shadows.
:-D
Ooh. My word verification thingie is "bardish". def: How one feels when the mood strikes to sing an epic poem ... "bardish" ....

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/04/spring-shadow-shot-and-spring-fling.html

Linda — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 18:06:00 -0000

Hmmmm....
"bardish" alternate definition: frequently given to Shakespearean outbursts.

Shall I continue? I think not, therefore I... well... won't.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/04/evolution-of-hatching.html

Linda — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 21:20:00 -0000

How did I miss this? Gorgeous planes on this one. And I thought it looks absolutely "skull-ish" before you said what it was... so there!
;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/04/are-you-looking-at-me.html

Linda — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 21:09:00 -0000

Oh, me too! me too!
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/04/outside-my-window.html

Linda — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 21:16:00 -0000

Can't wait to see the step-by-step photos of the project -- sounds like a great one!
I'm working on dogwoods, too -- but not near as good as yours -- you ROCK!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/04/pink-peony-perfected.html

Linda — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 21:35:00 -0000

I wish you could see this in person -- it is beautiful!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/04/asf-ver-10-and-11.html

Linda — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 21:15:00 -0000

Great job! I remember making Shannon a home-made "Cabbage Patch" doll, and it can be tricky!
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/grace-in-shadow.html

Linda — Sun, 03 May 2009 19:20:00 -0000

Great photo! :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/eagle-eye.html

Linda — Mon, 04 May 2009 22:30:00 -0000

Wonderful bald eagle -- and those feathers are FANTASTIC.

And just stay in your jammies. Pooh on you.
;-P

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/05/wait-minute.html

Linda — Tue, 05 May 2009 21:30:00 -0000

rainy and dreary here, too, although the sun peeked out for a few minutes this afternoon! Love the parrot tulip -- fits right in with the bird theme, doesn't it!
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/where-magic-happens.html

Linda — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:54:17 -0000

I'm amazed at how organized your space always seems. Most amazingly is that you do it with 2 boys ... whereas my space is always piled up in random stacks that often contains things that really should have been thrown away...
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/fridays-in-september.html

Linda — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:52:42 -0000

hmmph. Those polar bears are fascists.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/shadow-shot-sunday.html

Linda — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 08:49:48 -0000

They ARE dancing! Cooooool...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/laborious-day.html

Linda — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 21:23:14 -0000

Huh. I scotched my bets and commented in both places. Playing it safe, don't you know.
Edgar is wonderful! Glad you are feeling good about this upcoming school year ... hope it is a good one.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/flat-out.html

Linda — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 21:57:06 -0000

Oh, I love Finlay, too!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/sweetness-and-light.html

Linda — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 21:17:40 -0000

Oh man, I love these portraits of the boys. If I decide to put a gigantic bulletin board on one wall in the kitchen, I want a copy of these for it!
:-)
And your take on "abandoned"? BRILLIANT.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/falling-up.html

Linda — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 17:44:13 -0000

Sorry. I was too busy laughing at this earlier this morning to comment, and I'm laughing again now.

Sigh -- this is just too funny.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/happy-friday.html

Linda — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 22:00:13 -0000

You don't make it easy to chose, do you?

I have a long history of snake handling ... just not in THAT context. (And of course, they tend to handle me right back. I'm the only person that I know who has been snake-bitten three times. Sigh.)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/im-just-not-that-flexible.html

Linda — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 17:53:31 -0000

He is a very flexible fellow ... and I love the gold / yellow eye makeup and blue skin with the red rose ... great shot!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/whew.html

Linda — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 23:02:29 -0000

yay! Good for you for explaining it so well to the boys. I was going to call and see if you got to see any of that. Free speech is a wonderful thing!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/waitwhat-day-is-it-again.html

Linda — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 22:52:11 -0000

Hmmm...at least Dr. Smarty Pants wasn't counting on you to keep track of his travel schedule and take him to the airport. Good grief. He's not counting on you to pick him up, is he?
:-D Great painting!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/24th-worldwide-sketchcrawlthe-dc.html

Linda — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 23:47:54 -0000

Oh, would it be bad to admit that I'm a tad envious? Sounds like you had a great time -- and such gorgeous weather!
Love the sketches -- love the photos! What a great sketchcrawl experience1

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/shadow-shot-serendipity.html

Linda — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 16:49:51 -0000

Yes ma'am ... this is the prize-winner!
:-D GREAT shot!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/pollin-pollin-pollin.html

Linda — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 23:15:50 -0000

I always wanted to be a leprechaun, because then I could smart off to people in a really cool accent.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/happy-happy-joy-joy.html

Linda — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 18:42:38 -0000

Oh YAY! I forgot this was the big day!
:-D Good for you!!!!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/09/last-chance-voting.html

Linda — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 18:51:56 -0000

My favorite color is fabulous because it reminds me of us out on the town!
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/10/eighth-son.html

Linda — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 21:11:17 -0000

Yes, it DOES pop right off that page! I really like the Kraft paper.
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/10/aww-shucks.html

Linda — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 20:11:38 -0000

Oooh -- what is the new printer? Do you also have a new camera lens ... 'cause this is an awesome photo.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/10/aww-shucks.html

Linda — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 22:23:55 -0000

I bet the prints ARE gorgeous! Very cool!! And good work with that one lens... I'm giving that photo much love.
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/10/random-rambling-remarks.html

Linda — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 23:24:32 -0000

:-D I DO remember blind contour Friday! You might be onto something here ...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/10/blind-contour-friday-week-1.html

Linda — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 14:41:31 -0000

I'm behind -- hopefully will get mine posted today. Or tomorrow. By next Friday, I promise!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/10/shadow-shot-bridge.html

Linda — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 14:40:37 -0000

:-D I love this one! It is a perfect Ott family photo. A perfect photo-Ott... ott-doors, you know.
Jeez. No more coffee for me.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/10/wednesday-whirlwind.html

Linda — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 20:34:11 -0000

They ARE good boys, and will be GOOD men. You should both be proud.
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/10/wow-i-mean-really-wow.html

Linda — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:09:29 -0000

DANG is RIGHT!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/10/blind-contour-friday-week-2.html

Linda — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 22:51:01 -0000

I did mine this week! Glad you started this back up.
:-D
I'm laughing over Florence's story -- and I remember which song you told me your nephew sang! Very funny!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/10/farcical-aquatic-ceremony.html

Linda — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 19:20:52 -0000

Nice...
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/10/bird-brain.html

Linda — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:07:34 -0000

Well, at least it things are cancelling out ... but just temporarily! You'll end up like me -- tucking glasses in strange places, just in case you need to read something...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/10/bird-brain.html

Linda — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:08:33 -0000

Oh! And LOVERLY bird brains!
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/10/sweet-mercy.html

Linda — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:11:00 -0000

Yep. You've got your hands full. What fun!
;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/10/more-halloween-hijinx.html

Linda — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 14:22:01 -0000

The kids looked awesome -- I LOVE the green galoshes -- and am lime green myself with envy over your dad-gum iPhone. The touch doesn't have a camera, so the way cool quad camera app doesn't apply. Phoooey!!!!
I wants it... Apple people -- why doesn't the iPod touch have a camera????
:-( sigh.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/11/shadow-shot-subway.html

Linda — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 18:55:12 -0000

That's just so cool.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/11/nanowhat.html

Linda — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:50:13 -0000

:-D
...or should I say
:-O
Hilarious. Best of luck.

Re: Bokeh, Baby...

Linda — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 22:56:56 -0000

Ohm...mani...padme...hum....
Loverly.
:-) I love Bokeh, too -- and this is a perfect example!

Re: http://blazeandcrochet.blogspot.com/2009/07/notneutral-wood-block-set-giveaway.html

Linda — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 20:13:19 -0000

I like the Pangaea iron and canvas magazine rack lkish77123 (at) hotmail (dot) com

Re: Rework your mop

Linda — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 23:09:00 -0000

And to think I was going to toss my Swiffer wet jet because I just don't use it, for the reasons you mentioned.

You have an awesome blog! I can't wait to check it out some more.

Thanks for stopping by my blog. I hope we cross paths again.

http://linduhe.blogspot.com/

Re: How to take a shower

Linda — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 16:21:00 -0000

I always take a shower at night after the children are in bed. It helps me t relax before bed. That was the only time I could do it when my children were little. Good luck to you. I hope you can figure out something that works for you.

Re: In over my head

Linda — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 23:08:00 -0000

Wow. Good job. I used to live right by Strite. We used to pick strawberry there every year. I miss PA so much. I hope you are finally relaxing after that big job.

Re: Housework

Linda — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 23:58:00 -0000

She is so sweet and cute. Thanks for stopping by my blog. I enjoy reading yours.

Re: Martha says today’s the day!

Linda — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:47:00 -0000

We do the same thing. I assign a different chore for everyday of the week. Great tackle.

Re: http://jbemom.blogspot.com/2009/10/five-question-friday.html

Linda — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 12:12:07 -0000

Kids sure do say the cutest things don't they?

We have had 14 grandkids, but 3 of them are living in heaven. The 11 we have here on earth have been such joy to us. And the little ones can really keep ya laughing.

Linda @ Truthful Tidbits

Re: Six Words Saturday

Linda — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 12:00:31 -0000

If I ever had a dog I would want one that didn't shed. Cuz I hate to vacuum... Ha!

My daughter has shiny little weiner doggies and they are short haired so maybe they don't shed. They are sweet dogs.

This is my first time with Six Words. Hop on over for a visit. It is my 100th Post Giveaway.

I am giving away heaven by Randy Alcorn!

Linda @ Truthful Tidbits

Re: http://www.bagerskan.se/2009/07/brollopstarta.html

Linda — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 06:00:50 -0000

Gu vilken söt en! Duktig du e! Nu blev ja peppad att testa baka lite mer ja oxå! Tack!

mysig blogg och kul med bilder!

Re: http://www.bagerskan.se/2009/09/ett-paket-del-2.html

Linda — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:15:58 -0000

Jösses! Det var inte dåligt :-)

Re: http://www.bagerskan.se/2009/09/uppdatering-av-bagerskan.html

Linda — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:34:57 -0000

Tack ska du ha!

Re: http://www.bagerskan.se/2009/10/6-arig-brollopsdag.html

Linda — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 12:38:43 -0000

Grattis i efterskott! Vilken fin bild och vackra höstfärger!

Re: http://www.bagerskan.se/2009/10/vintertid.html

Linda — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 12:37:15 -0000

Tack för din snälla kommentar! Vilken otroligt söt klocka, en sådan skulle man haft!

Kram /Linda

Re: "A Sabbatical?" or "My Anti-Testimony" - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Linda — Fri, 03 Feb 2006 10:17:00 -0000

I just want to say that I am glad I found this site. I'm a 23-year old girl from Sweden who has been looking for a site like this five years ago when I became an "ex-christian".

I really understand the purpuse of your site! When I was in the process of wanting to leave the church, and in a way leaving my friends and everything I built my world upon, I was looking for support on the internet.

If I talked to my christian friends, they were just worried, prayed for me, and treated me like Satan had influenced my life, trying to get me back on track.

If I talked to my non-christian friends, they didn't understand at all, thinking that I just "had to leave it all, because it was obviously false". And it wasn't that easy, I just had to find the answers, and the only thing I could really trust were the Bible, so I had to go from there.

Just want to encourage you to keep writing and telling your "anti-testimony", because people like me can find support in this.

I recognise a lot in the "anti-testimony", even though you had a much longer process than I had. What strikes me is that we both read a lot. I had to smile when you wrote you spent a lot of money on books, like you were trying to convice yourself that there had to be someone out there, who had felt your doubts and could explain it in a way that could help you to keep your faith.

Maybe it wasn't how you meant, but that was exactly what I did.Going to different bible schools, different churches, ordering books from the internet. Knowing, that Christianity had to be right, in some way, I just had to find something that could take away the doubts I felt.

It's a long story. But when I finally played with the thought that maybe, maybe, MAYBE I had to listen to what I felt inside- that maybe christianity wasn't the "truth", not ignoring my doubts anymore, then everything finally changed. I finally made a decision to "choose myself before christianity".

Maybe it sounds strange, but at that time I was going under, being depressed and so on.
Felt like a total failure. Always seen my personal relationship with Christ as the best thing that had happened to me, talking to Jesus everyday knowing that he was my best friend and God was my father, speaking in tongues, been a leader for the youth groups, preaching, leading a lot of my non-christian friends to Christ.. yeah, you know. I just KNEW I would preach the gospel for the rest of my life, that was my purpose.

And then, I had to let everything go and be true to myself, leaving the friends that couldn't accept what I had done.

It was 5 years ago now, and I'm feeling better than ever. I really value to have a life where I can live on the outside what I feel on the inside.

well, just wanted to say thanks!

Re: "A Sabbatical?" or "My Anti-Testimony" - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Linda — Sat, 18 Feb 2006 11:03:00 -0000

Is all the comments to your anti-testimony kept somewhere? I wrote a comment a few weeks ago (?) and I never read the reply, if there were any. Please tel me if I can find it somewhere. Thanks.

Re: Boggles the Mind - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Linda — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 19:18:00 -0000

Why are the anonymous so often uneducated and misinformed?

It's very strange how much influence a dead man has. Talk about a legacy. Even stranger is that he might not be a dead man at all...

He may have never even lived!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2005/12/edm-33-draw-eye.html

Linda — Fri, 23 Dec 2005 12:46:00 -0000

Diahn -- these are great! Love the purple-ish shadows. Hope you have a Very Merry Christmas!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2005/12/edm-44-draw-animal-and-wde-122305.html

Linda — Sun, 25 Dec 2005 18:31:00 -0000

This one is awesome!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2005/12/edm-challenge-42-something-i-am.html

Linda — Sun, 25 Dec 2005 18:30:00 -0000

Beautiful drawing of your "boys"! Lovely!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/12/boxed.html

Linda — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:09:00 -0000

Yes, our visit was much too short! I kept thinking today about things I meant for us to talk about. Pooh.

When Shannon was little we moved quite often, and I always worried a bit about how she would deal with the change. She always did fine, and the boys will, too.
:-)

I'm glad you're coming home so often. We still have to get that rock band going.
Sulasol.
Awesome.

And, I swear, my word verification is "noisbear" -- that could be the name of they band that the boys start...
;-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2008/12/hero.html

Linda — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 22:19:00 -0000

(sound of sobbing)

... sniff ... drive safely and call if you get lost.

Love you!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/01/clean.html

Linda — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 12:38:00 -0000

But SEE ... you ROLLED with it. Perfect.
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/01/beginnings.html

Linda — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:55:00 -0000

Ooooh -- it sounds scary and fun to someone who it used to driving everywhere, and NEVER having to ride with strangers...

That's cool. You'll have to take me when we come visit.
;-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/01/settling.html

Linda — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 20:12:00 -0000

Niiiice!
I love the sofa -- perfectly cozy!
And we all look forward to many more urban landscapes.
:-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/01/decade.html

Linda — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 21:27:00 -0000

Yeah. I guess you should keep him!
:-D Happy Anniversary, you two!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/01/self-portrait.html

Linda — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 13:21:00 -0000

Ah, I always knew you were a bit spacey...
:-D Wonderful portrait!

Why ARE we in such a hurry? Good question Doodles.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/01/i-collect-bright-shiny-objects.html

Linda — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 22:42:00 -0000

Oooh, yes ... especially the green and blue! Um, and yellow, and gold, and bronw, and clear...

GORGEOUS photo!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/01/riding-on-metro-o-o.html

Linda — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:00:00 -0000

Huh. I would be thinking about this one

But yours will do!
Great photo! :-)

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/01/staging.html

Linda — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 22:01:00 -0000

FABULOUS watercolor! Really perfect!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/01/dream.html

Linda — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 21:50:00 -0000

Wonderful post, Diahn! I'm sure you're right, that the news may be responsible for the boys' change in vocabulary!
And I sure do like Scout. I have a friend who is having a baby, and she's going to name her Harper. As in after Ms. Lee.
:-) I asked if she was going to make her middle name Scout, but she thought not... Still, I thought it sounded pretty good...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/01/44.html

Linda — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 20:07:00 -0000

ROFL! D has a point -- she SHOULD be the 44th Lady! That's a wonderful observation!

And I agree about that benediction.

Perfect portrait, too, my friend. You caught the expression spot on.
:-)

Oh my -- and my word verification is
"fazednet"
That just struck me as odd...

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/01/fork.html

Linda — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 17:23:00 -0000

WONDERFUL fork! (I can never make them look right, and this is perfect!) I went to the reading networking site, and picked books that had HUNDREDS of trails ... what an interesting site.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/01/king-and-i.html

Linda — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 19:31:00 -0000

Beautiful! I'm so glad you had such a great day. And maybe when you take the boys there they can do drawings for us to see, too!
:-)
P.S. you are kind of cool, you know.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/01/bearly.html

Linda — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 20:11:00 -0000

:-) Gorgeous bear and gorgeous hat!
And Doodlebug -- great photo, buddy!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/01/snow.html

Linda — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 20:09:00 -0000

Oh, and it is even enough to play in! Yay!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/01/ice.html

Linda — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:42:00 -0000

ooooohh.... it IS pretty! Especially if you have nowhere in particular to go ...
:-D

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/01/poladroid.html

Linda — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 19:38:00 -0000

Love it! I'm going to download it, I think -- but next week. I'm too buuuusyyyyy now to play!
Are you still iced in?

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/08/luella.html

Linda — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 23:07:21 -0000

Ooooh, this is another gorgeous one!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/08/show-and-tell.html

Linda — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 23:06:46 -0000

What a beautiful ATC! Diahn, you might keep her around for inspiration should you decide to write something in ... dare I say it? ... November. 2 1/2 months away.

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/08/lil-abner-and-randomness-of-tuesday.html

Linda — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 23:42:22 -0000

Steviewren -- you are RIGHT. Planet of the Apes ROCKS.

But I digress ... I HEART Abner. Big time. Wonderful the way he is lifting right off the page and will flying right out of the frame at any moment. This is fantastic!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/08/taste-of-things-to-come.html

Linda — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 23:36:37 -0000

What ARE you up to??? Can't wait to see it!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/08/when.html

Linda — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 23:35:59 -0000

happy birthday, a day late, buddy! GREAT photos, Diahn!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/08/ocean-city.html

Linda — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:09:26 -0000

What FUN!!! Your photos always tell the story -- great stuff. And the gallery -- well, it had to have been ASTOUNDING. I mean, it actually SAYS that it is...
:-D Glad you had a good time!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/08/quinn.html

Linda — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 21:55:22 -0000

I missed this one! What a sweetie -- I'm with Zelma on that detail. Beautiful!

Re: http://artbydiahn.blogspot.com/2009/08/august-decreasing.html

Linda — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 19:03:53 -0000

Well, I guess when I turn 41 I'll let you know if I agree with you...
Oh, okay. I shut up about the OTHER comment, so I'll shut up about mine, too.

Good to see you!

Re: http://igorandandre.blogspot.com/2008/08/fashion-squad.html

Linda — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 04:02:00 -0000

I'm stunned. Don't really know what to say, I wish I could make you feel the way I feel when I see your work. It's like my heart is hurting... in a good way. My gosh, LOVE IT!

Re: http://igorandandre.blogspot.com/2009/07/vlada-and-my-sketchbook.html

Linda — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:31:50 -0000

love the drawing, haha well didn't found too many typos - passed!

Re: http://igorandandre.blogspot.com/2009/10/collages-daydreams-and-doodles.html

Linda — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:57:33 -0000

beautiful !!!! :)))

Re: http://igorandandre.blogspot.com/2009/10/hanneli-mustaparta.html

Linda — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:58:41 -0000

i love your style of drawing. i wish to be able :DD

Re: http://www.offendedblogger.com/2009/02/groundbreaking-research-proves-all-men.html

Linda — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 11:23:00 -0000

LOL! Yep! Men are pigs!!!! Come on give us a peek under that kilt!

Re: Didn’t know that didja? Part IIb

Linda — Mon, 04 Apr 2005 07:24:00 -0000

the e-filing system is only office hours? that's just so inefficient man!

Re: Heap it on!

Linda — Thu, 07 Apr 2005 05:41:00 -0000

how come you always like kinda suay? 1st is your income tax kena working hours then now recall java script problem... =P

Re: Dangerous little creatures…

Linda — Sun, 30 Apr 2006 22:07:47 -0000

So funny to read this post! Just think of how far you've come in such a short time! Welcome to the world of totally awesome computers that actually work! :)

Re: Utterances: Grace

Linda — Sat, 24 Jun 2006 00:07:56 -0000

Hope I didn't make it TOO cool and create a princess monster!

Re: Karin Eriksson - Swedish Potter

Linda — Thu, 25 May 2006 07:01:00 -0000

I'm a blogging potter! http://lilflowerdesign.livejournal.com/

I'm not a daily blogger but I post bits about my studio and life. My site is: http://www.littleflowerdesigns.com/

</b... found you on Karin Erickson's style blog.

Re: Blogging potters

Linda — Tue, 15 Aug 2006 11:39:00 -0000

Hi, I'm a potter with a blog! http://lilflowerdesign.livejournal.com/
</br... run LittleFlowerDesigns.com and post about what I'm making, I love the idea of a list of blogging potters - they are so hard to find...

Best!

Linda

Re: On This Day: Fatherlessness

Linda — Wed, 28 Jun 2006 12:10:23 -0000

I have put this essay away for my 11 year old son who I hope will read it, take comfort, and use it to release some of the pain of his loss.

From a single mother in Cambridge,
-L

Re: The Media’s Three-Fifth’s Compromise

Linda — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 13:09:00 -0000

Affluent newspaper in Hampton's publishes racist article

Why I Should Be Our Next President

By Yo Mama Bin Barack

http://www.indyeastend.com/1editorialbody.lasso?-token.folder=2008-01-23&-token.story=72453.113117&-nothing

I sent a letter to the editor - and this is the response I received

Dear Linda,

I wanted to personally respond to you as co-publisher and co-owner of The

Independent. Our "Low Tidings"

humor column was way off the mark and we sincerely apologize for this shoddy

attempt at satire. I hope you will

find it in your heart to forgive us -- we are a multicultural employer (our

highest paid employee happens to be a

man of color) and this crude attempt at humor was obviously offensive and in

retrospect should never have been

printed. We have pulled it from the Internet and an apology will be posted.

Rick Murphy

The link is still "live" today, and if you need a copy, let me know. Here'a a few quotes from the article:

I hope people will call me Doctor YoMama. In fact, I hope someday people will call me President Doctor YoMama (but please don't call me Luther, I hate that name).

I was telling this very thing to my wife AliBama the other night while we were in bed, umm, praying. I said, "AliBama, I want to be your next president so together we can begin in earnest the work of making sure that the world we leave our children is just a little bit better than the one we inhabit today."

And she said, "YoMama, then why don't you cut out the president shit and get a real job and make some freakin' money?" But I explained I have plenty of money, because bleeding heart liberal Democrats from all across this vast country of ours have felt it in their hearts to send a contribution to my campaign so I can begin in earnest the work of making sure that the world we leave our children is just a little bit better than the one we inhabit today and also because I need to buy my little daughter Bama Slamma a PlayStation so she will get off my back.

And on Hiliary and women in general

Ultimately, if she gets too close, one of my New York advisors has advised me to, "Bitch slap that ho." White women, I am told, like that. (Black women, on the other hand, do not. I tried that once on AliBama and she beat the living shit out of me.)

Re: Album Review: Britney Spears – Blackout (Times Review)

Linda — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 01:35:10 -0000

TOY SOLDIER has to be single!

Re: ‘Golfers fore Primavera’ Put Honor Back in Game, Politics

Linda — Mon, 06 Nov 2006 07:41:11 -0000

Golf Outing I was kinda curious who else was invited to the Golf Tournament that was sponsored by the Oil & Gas Industry Association. Was it just Republicans, or only elected officials that are friendly to the industry.

So, it was kinda sorta a guaranteed payoff to someone that could help them down the line. It didn't seem like 'every man on the corner' was invited.

Would be cool if the list of invited folks was published somewhere..........

Re: Blaine School Investigates Anti-Muslim Harassment Allegation

Linda — Sat, 05 May 2007 14:18:33 -0000

Name calling! Oh no! So one student allegedly called another one a name, "terrorist". Oh no. What was that counselor supposed to do, especially as there wasn't any proof about what REALLY happened, just some girl whining in his office? I guess CAIR wants that infidel suspended, like in Maine.

Middle school is full of name calling. Get over it. Typical CAIR fascists.

Re: Pawlenty Appoints Sviggum Labor and Industry Head

Linda — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 16:51:49 -0000

Good god! Sviggum, one of the architects of the last major worker's comp bill in 1995 or 1996, is now the commissioner of DOLI? God help the workers of this state. Because Sviggum sure won't.

Re: Blaine School Investigates Anti-Muslim Harassment Allegation

Linda — Sat, 05 May 2007 14:18:33 -0000

Middle school is full of name calling. Get over it. Typical CAIR fascists.

Re: Pawlenty Appoints Sviggum Labor and Industry Head

Linda — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 16:51:49 -0000

Good god! Sviggum, one of the architects of the last major worker's comp bill in 1995 or 1996, is now the commissioner of DOLI? God help the workers of this state. Because Sviggum sure won't.

Re: Nashua Telegraph Blogs

Linda — Sat, 21 Jul 2007 09:49:15 -0000

Oh No this trail is not safe by any means. A women got attcked last summer while strolling with her baby. The man rib off her gold necklace, right around the Dunstable line.. I have seen people laying on the trail druged out. Scary..

Re: Ralph Reed to Jim Wallis: Rejecting the Liberal “Straw Man”

Linda — Tue, 19 Sep 2006 15:49:01 -0000

Liberals are interested in ending abortions, too, by such methods as raising the minimum wage, establishing a better system of health insurance that's not tied to employment, bringing jobs back to the U.S. instead of oursourcing to other countries. One couple I know chose abortion after their fetus was diagnosed with a serious birth defect. The husband was just laid off and lost his company health insurance & benefit plan; they have three kids already, and the wife is a stay-at-home mom. They simply cannot afford to bring a special needs child into the world, After days of tearful consultations with family and friends, they chose abortion.

Making abortion illegal won't change anything, but making families feel economically secure will make a huge difference.>

Re: Ralph Reed to Jim Wallis: Rejecting the Liberal “Straw Man”

Linda — Tue, 19 Sep 2006 17:38:50 -0000

Just wanted to add that I'm a Christian, and I am in favor of gay couples having the same legal rights as heterosexual married couples. I don't pretend to understand homosexuality, but I know several gay couples who have been in committed relationships for decades, and they deserve equal rights to the same things my husband and I take for granted--hospital visitation, for instance.

As for the argument that gay marriage devalues "traditional" marriage, I disagree. My marriage isn't devalued by celebrities who make a mockery of their vows by divorcing after a few months (or hours), so how is my marriage threatened by two 60-year old guys who want to celebrate their 30th anniversary by "making it legal?">

Re: Leaked: ABC’s Stephanopoulos interviews John McCain

Linda — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 14:46:05 -0000

What is it you have to hide within your military records? If there is nothing you wish to hide, why have you had them sealed?

Re: With Love From New York

Linda — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 20:04:38 -0000

Wahhhh... U already in US eh??? Hehehehe good luck Sue Ann.. *** MMMmmmmm sedapnyaaa this nasi lemak*** Hehehehehehe

Re: Blue Skies and Pictures of College

Linda — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 20:10:39 -0000

Wahhh.... your campus huge! Keep it coming!

Re: Envelope 3: A Sunny Card from Aarhus, Denmark

Linda — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 04:36:06 -0000

Hehehehe.... Ur fren fanny one la... Wah.. u really terror posing la!

Re: How to love yourself in 8 really hard steps

Linda — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 13:18:56 -0000

Good for you Natalie! Not enough people in the world feel great about themselves ... even the skinny ones!

Here's an interesting study that points out that being overweight is actually better for your health:

http://www.nature.com/oby/journal/vaop/ncurrent...

Re: Google Sweden - hur kan det bli så här fel?

Linda — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 08:56:00 -0000

Oj, stackare ... Verkligen ställd där (och så i P1, i nyhetssändningar har det nog hänt att flera sådana tystnader klippts bort genom tiderna, men här hörs det verkligen hur ställd hon är). Det blev ju verkligt komiskt, tack för lyssningen!

Re: Skolfesten

Linda — Mon, 22 Jan 2007 14:38:00 -0000

Synd att det inte fanns kameramobiltelefoner på den tiden...

Re: Ett måste i år igen

Linda — Sat, 27 Jan 2007 11:19:00 -0000

Nej. Det är ju du som är 6034. Jonn är killen i den andra röda tröjan... (tror jag)

Re: Helgen i korta drag

Linda — Mon, 12 Feb 2007 16:26:00 -0000

Jag hade ont i axeln (!) i dag. Hur lyckas man med det efter en promenad?!

Re: Fondvägg

Linda — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 07:50:00 -0000

Om just STHLM vit så finns det ett recept med Wirströms som bara säljer alcro kan inte blanda till den. Grund receptet är 0502-y inte S0502y som är en nyare kulör. Inrednings butiken Home in Harmony i sickla som jag brukar besöka i mitt jobb som inredare har ett uppmålat prov på STHLM-vit. Sorry för utläggningen, Malabar från C&S; är superfin. ..Linda (stavfel jojo)

Re: 100 000 poäng – nu är jag på väg!

Linda — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 17:27:00 -0000

Jag håller tummarna för er båda!

Re: Rapport från helgen som varit

Linda — Tue, 15 May 2007 06:06:00 -0000

Jag har fått förkylningen som du och J skaffade er på Utö, hoppas den inte blir lika långvarig för mig som den var för dig.

Jag fick faktiskt två smultronplantor i kruka av Teresa i födelsedagspresent i helgen, så nu står det ute på ballkongen. Vi får väl ge varandra lite odlingstips och hoppas på att det blir många röda bär på dem!

Re: Många ljumna sommarnätter

Linda — Tue, 05 Jun 2007 13:20:00 -0000

Vad lite sol och en trevlig uteservering kan göra med en! Jag har inte heller varit på Debaser på flera månader, så jag hoppas också på att det blir ett gäng varma trevliga kvällar där i sommar!

Re: Odla blåbär i lägenheten

Linda — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 13:02:00 -0000

Åh, jag känner igen känslan av att vilja ha en trädgård. Trots att jag har en ganska hyfsat stor balkong så vill jag ha mer. Senaste köpet dit blev en stor limegrön vattenkanna, så jag slipper springa med J´s sportflaska mellan kranen i köket och balkongen.
Hur går det för dina smultron? Mina plantor har bara fått några blommor än så länge.

Re: Odla blåbär i lägenheten

Linda — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 14:54:00 -0000

Jaha, ok.
Men som ordspråket lyder... Den som väntar på något gott...

Re: Då var det dags igen – för Vätternrundan

Linda — Thu, 14 Jun 2007 15:39:00 -0000

Lycka till, du galna människa!

Re: Ett år

Linda — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 13:19:00 -0000

Vackert.
Jag kommer så väl i håg när du diskret försökte peka ut Malin för oss den kvällen på uteserveringen.

Tror sen att det var dagen efter som vi var och shoppade på Sivletto och det enda du pratade om var denna trevliga skånska akademikertjej som du hade träffat.

Men mitt starkaste minne är dock när du hälsar på oss på J´s föräldrars landställe och ni sitter och pratar i telefon med varandra och du riktigt fnittrar så som bara nyförälskade gör.

Gud vad ett år går snabbt. Grattis till er båda!

Re: Mitt första blåbär!

Linda — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 09:07:00 -0000

Härligt med bär i stan!
Jag plockade av tio stora fina smultron från mina två plantor i dag och två av mina 12(!) tomater från plantan har äntligen börjat bli lite röda!

Re: Mitt första blåbär!

Linda — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 16:28:00 -0000

De var från små plantor som jag fick av Teresa i Maj när jag fyllde år.

Re: Mitt första blåbär!

Linda — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 15:59:00 -0000

Jag har oxå lekakulor i botten och har gett dem rätt mycket vatten. Har dina fått tillräkligt mycket sol och kärlek?
:)

Re: Födelsedagsfest!

Linda — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 14:17:00 -0000

Mikrofoner?!
Ska ni uppträda på festen???

Re: Födelsedagsfest!

Linda — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 15:59:00 -0000

Ooops!
Då får jag börja träna...

Re: Radio Nowhere

Linda — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 15:23:00 -0000

Trist att du tyckte det var tråkigt.
För mig som för första gången gick på en Spingsteen-konsert var det riktigt roligt!

Re: My Limbo and Flux You TWO

Linda — Sat, 03 Jun 2006 13:24:00 -0000

Hi Troy, I popped in to see what's happening with you as your list has been so quiet. It is good to catch up with where you are.
I wonder if choosing how to make a living in this world is also a function of our Role? I'm thinking of my kids as examples. Joe is moving up the ladder in the civil service, starting from a lowly position as a computer person. He is also very invoved in meditation, spiritual growth and personal growth through psychotherapy. It seems to me he is somehow able to separate his various interests in a surprsing way. I don't know his role but I'm wondering if he is either a Warrior or Scholar..

My daughter Jenny, on the other hand has lived on minimal income for years while pusuing a career as a potter. finally she got fed up with poverty and tried to come up with an alternate career. She wrote a novel...Still waiting to see if it will be published. Still poor...But I think, true to who she is...Defintely an Artisan...simply must be creating all the time...

Myself I never managed to come up with a career that produced any money.. I am lucky to have an old fashioned husband who is willing to support me. My husband is a Priest who struggled through many years as a minister and is now happy to be retired. he says he honestly can't imagine what other career he might have had except maybe failed actor...I ssupect he migth ahve beena very good actor actually...

But certainly in my family Joe seems to be the only one able to cope in the world of big offices and lots of employees.

anyhow, all the best in your search. Linda.

Re: Simple Pseudocode -> Complex Code

Linda — Thu, 04 Apr 2002 05:17:40 -0000

wow! Interesting....*can't think of anything to say but* what type of software/program do you use to write the codes?

Re: One World-One Heart Giveaway! Wee Dragons! (Second Prize Added!)

Linda — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 00:15:00 -0000

They so cute but I really love the first one. I would love to be entered in your drawing. My email address is:
Pasfan2000 at hotmail dot com

If you haven't already, please stop by my blog and enter my giveaway. #418

Linda

Re: Photo Hunters #49 - Drink

Linda — Sat, 17 Mar 2007 17:24:00 -0000

Those are some great pictures - well done! And who says you can't have both the Corona and the Jameson??

Happy St. Patty's Day to you!

Re: Photo Hunters #53 Hobbies

Linda — Sat, 14 Apr 2007 13:18:00 -0000

Now here is a more traditional hobby that I have yet to see anywhere else on the Hunt this week! Very nice!

Re: Photo Hunters #54 Steps

Linda — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 23:49:00 -0000

I really like the black and white photo, it adds a dimension to the steps that you wouldn't get otherwise. Very nice!

Re: Photo Hunters #56 Childhood

Linda — Sat, 05 May 2007 07:56:00 -0000

I used to play with my brothers' Tonka trucks all the time - they were great!

Re: Photo Hunters #60 Art

Linda — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 22:54:00 -0000

I can only imagine what this looks like up close and personal!

Re: Photo Hunters #61 Shoes

Linda — Sat, 09 Jun 2007 10:59:00 -0000

Ut-oh, I thought Father's Day was next week? Love the pictures, though, the contrast is amazing!

Re: Photo Hunters #70 - In a Row

Linda — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 23:39:00 -0000

When I lived in Southern California it seemed like we had more smoggy days than clear days like this one but this one is just gorgeous. Very nice!

Re: Let’s Grease

Linda — Tue, 28 Mar 2006 04:30:00 -0000

Nja, nu tar du väl i lite. Pernilla Wahlgren är just nu 38 år, och har knappast blivit yngre sedan Grease begav sig. Faktakoll är a och o för en trovärdig bloggare ;-)
/Kusinen

Re: Musical Monday: My bestest track of 2008

Linda — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 00:24:00 -0000

I recently came across your blog and have been reading along. I thought I would leave my first comment. I don't know what to say except that I have enjoyed reading. Nice blog. I will keep visiting this blog very often.

Joyce

http://www.videophonesguide.com

Re: Homemade Gift Exchange

Linda — Mon, 23 Oct 2006 22:14:00 -0000

I seem to see you wherever I go, so thought I would stop by and visit. This is a wonderful blog. I need to catch up a bit - so I'll be back. That looks like an absolutley delicious gift!!

Re: Are there any cooks in the house?

Linda — Wed, 25 Oct 2006 20:26:00 -0000

Sorry I don't have any fish recipes. Come to think of it, I do have a recipe for fish chowder which is really good. If you like soups I'd be glad to share it with you.
Other than that, in order to get seafood in my diet, we usually go to Red Lobster after church on saturday night. Great stuff!!
Have a good weekend.

Re: Blog o Lantern

Linda — Sun, 29 Oct 2006 21:42:00 -0000

Wow!! I think you are good at pumpkin carving. You did a great job. I'm tempted to go get a pumpkin myself even if there are no children in the house anymore and noone comes here to trick-or-treat (we're too isolated I think). Those are great Jack-o-lanterns!

Re: Happy Birthday you Big One Year Old….

Linda — Mon, 30 Oct 2006 15:31:00 -0000

What a precious answer to prayer!

Re: In "Other" Words…

Linda — Tue, 31 Oct 2006 11:39:00 -0000

I think that when we are completely honest and open as you have been, it blesses others. I know exactly what you mean. I was just confessing the other day about my selfishness. My husband is always so ready to help others, and I whine and complain. Oh - I do it, but so much of the "shine" is rubbed off when I do all that complaining first.
I also understand about gratitude. I just had a wonderful answer to prayer, and while being thankful for it I'm still a bit sad because it means I will lose just a little something.
We are so complex - but THANKFULLY - he is mindful that we are just human. He is always teaching, always forgiving, and always growing us. I think you're doing a good job!

Re: I will be back….

Linda — Wed, 01 Nov 2006 22:53:00 -0000

Have a good rest. I just found you, but not to worry - I definitely won't forget you. I have been enjoying your posts and don't think you could possibly be ugly. Have a wonderful time.

Re: What began as truth is now a lie.

Linda — Fri, 03 Nov 2006 19:45:00 -0000

It is amazing the way pride creeps in to the most innocent of intentions. This is such a good post. I know I struggle with pride and having a true humility.

Re: I am so blessed

Linda — Mon, 06 Nov 2006 21:36:00 -0000

I'm so glad you're back. I hope you feel renewed.
That is such a sweet idea of Heather's. I'm just getting to know you, but I do know you are certainly deserving of her award.
Welcome back!

Re: Just Do It….

Linda — Tue, 07 Nov 2006 20:09:00 -0000

All done. It looked like a good turnout in our little Community Center. We're praying that honorable people get elected.

Re: Fall Into Reading #5

Linda — Wed, 08 Nov 2006 23:01:00 -0000

I love a good mystery - so thanks for the review of this one. I love the quote from Elisabeth Elliot. Have a great time in Phoenix. We're so last-minute in our family. I'm still waiting for the grown kids to decide where they want to celebrate the holiday this year. I have a sneaking suspicion they'll decide Mom and Dad's will be the best place :) Works for me!

Re: Thursday Thirteen #11

Linda — Thu, 09 Nov 2006 17:51:00 -0000

That is a terrific list. I agree with every single one. It makes me comfy just thinking about them :)

Re: What’s the Shape of Your Faith? - God’s Thumbprints

Linda — Fri, 10 Nov 2006 18:16:00 -0000

You are so prolific - and such a good writer. I have seen God's handprint in our lives this very day. He has worked out the details of a very complicated move for us in a way I could never have imagined. He is so good. Just think of all the things He does we are totally unaware of.
Your previous post is terrific. I am living with veterans of two wars right now. I appreciate their sacrifice more than I can say.

Re: Weekend Reflection #4

Linda — Sun, 12 Nov 2006 14:37:00 -0000

I loved reading this post. I have a gift certificate for a facial too. I've never had one and am nervously looking forward to it. I just don't want to do anything wrong!! :)
Great news about the chewing. Chewing is good. There are so many good things to chew. I know how you must be looking forward to it - chewing that is.
Have a great sunday.

Re: Planning for a trip with kids….

Linda — Mon, 13 Nov 2006 21:51:00 -0000

I understand. I am now only having to pack for two, and I finally rebelled and told my husband if he will at least lay out what he wants to take I'll pack it!! I was thinking about the days when I had to pack for five of us - not fun. However, as you said, it is definitely worth it. As a grandparent I can confidently say they won't really care what the kids are wearing. You just seem to relax like that when you're the grandparent. It's a wonderful thing.
Have a wonderful, blessed time.

Re: In "Other" Words…

Linda — Tue, 14 Nov 2006 15:37:00 -0000

I am forever grateful that my salvation and God's love are not dependant on my performance.
I really enjoyed this post. Where would we be without the Lord?

Re: Because I am such an unexciting person……

Linda — Tue, 14 Nov 2006 20:01:00 -0000

Oh you poor thing. It hurts just to think about it. The green beans are a start. I think by Thanksgiving you will be good to go (or chew!). I'm going to pray you feel better soon.

Re: Works For Me Wednesday- Chritmas

Linda — Wed, 15 Nov 2006 17:13:00 -0000

The more blogs I read the more disorganized I feel!! I am so far behind. Maybe it's because I really am losing my mind :) Any how - those sound like great ideas. I haven't bought a present, written a card or planned a menu. And we just may be moving to a rental home in a few weeks if all this house stuff goes as planned. Yikes!! I simply must get with it.

Re: Thursday Thirteen #11

Linda — Wed, 15 Nov 2006 22:56:00 -0000

You are unbelievably organized. I love you list and thank you so much for including me. I am so delighted to have found your blog and wouldn't miss reading it.
Have a wonderful trip and holiday.

Re: And this is why NO ONE wants to volunteer….

Linda — Wed, 15 Nov 2006 22:58:00 -0000

Oh Laurel - we all have those days. I can just imagine your frustration. I'm sure you didn't need one more thing on your to-do list. And don't feel too bad - he probably did need those pants pulled up!

Re: Have a Great Thanksgiving…. I will be here

Linda — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 13:42:00 -0000

I am thankful for you too!! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Re: Vacation from my Vacation

Linda — Sun, 26 Nov 2006 17:12:00 -0000

Glad you're home safe and sound. Congratulations on winning the writing contest. That's super.
It sounds like you had a wonderful family Thanksgiving. Special memories.
Have a blessed day - rest up!

Re: In "Other" Words…

Linda — Tue, 28 Nov 2006 11:59:00 -0000

I think it is wonderful that you are so open, honest and vulnerable with your sons. Too often we try to put a better face on things so our children will think everything is just fine. As you wisely say, they can learn and grow through the honest sharing of our own journey with the Lord.

Re: Thursday Thirteen #12

Linda — Thu, 30 Nov 2006 17:57:00 -0000

Terrific list - makes me want to get a cup of coffee, put up my feet on a soft pillow and read a good book (maybe tonight).

Re: http://gitzengirl.blogspot.com/2009/04/never-say-never.html

Linda — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 11:06:00 -0000

Sara, You are a daily inspiration to me. Yours is the first blog I read every day. I know that you inspire countless others that you don't even realize. And I thank God for that and for you. I had a George for a while when I broke my ankle, only his name was Hugo. I wasn't able to use crutches because of arthritis in my hands. Now my Hugo has gone to live with my dad and he is so grateful to have him. I only with I could convince my mom to try to get along with a Hugo. She has fallen too many times, but doesn't want to give in to that. I understand her reluctance and yours, and I'm so glad for you that you are happy with your George.

Re: http://gitzengirl.blogspot.com/2009/05/flashback-friday-god-bless-mom.html

Linda — Sun, 10 May 2009 21:58:00 -0000

I just found your blog by accident and was so moved by your story. It was the perfect day to find it, too, because the word "Joy" reminds me of my mother. Her favorite verse--the one she shared with me whenever I was having a hard time as a teen--was Psalm 30:5b and so JOY became the word I associate with her the most. I also have a little Maltese, Emmi, who is so naughty and so cute! Glad to have found you!

Recent blog post: Bloom Where You Are Planted

Re: http://gitzengirl.blogspot.com/2009/05/hawk.html

Linda — Thu, 21 May 2009 08:39:49 -0000

Aww--I think he looks beautiful (or should I say handsome. How do you keep the fur around his eyes so white??? My little Maltese, Emmi, always has tear stains under her eyes. Time for a haircut for her, too.

Recent blog post: Welcome Peyton Shawn

Re: http://gitzengirl.blogspot.com/2009/08/rambling.html

Linda — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 23:06:50 -0000

I enjoy your site. I also have an autoimmune problem, and when all I can do is scream, you put it in words that everyone can identify with. I hope there is room for improvement for your cushions.

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Re: Durham pastor sentenced to a year for luring children - ExChristian.Net - News and Opinion

Linda — Wed, 10 Oct 2007 17:35:00 -0000

I realize this statement is well after the fact, but I can't help getting here late.

Anyway, I happen to be a pro-life atheist. Many people, from many faiths and non-faiths, really need to learn to broaden their horizons when attempting to factor politics into one's belief system.

Re: http://blog.glossmenagerie.com/2009/02/i-have-officially-seen-everything.html

Linda — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 00:12:00 -0000

Ok. That is so gross. Maybe because I don't like bacon or maybe because I'm too much of a girl. Either way...YUCK!

Re: http://blog.glossmenagerie.com/2009/04/flirt-lash-delic-mascara.html

Linda — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 00:40:00 -0000

Oooh! I have yet to try Flirt but I might have to make a stop at Kohl's once Easter comes!

Re: http://blog.glossmenagerie.com/2009/06/review-mark-make-it-go-away-wipes.html

Linda — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 23:41:54 -0000

I love these wipes. I was so excited when these came out. I really think they do the job and am already out of my first pack!

Re: http://blog.glossmenagerie.com/2009/06/review-mark-mists.html

Linda — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 05:02:17 -0000

I'm waiting for mine in the mail. I got watermelon and it should be here Friday!

Re: Sting My Heart

Linda — Thu, 30 Nov 2006 21:26:00 -0000

I love the way the Lord does things - perfect gifts, perfect timing.
You are so refreshingly honest. I trim the tree alone these days (after my husband puts on the lights) because they are all grown and gone. I was good about leaving the ornaments where they hung them; it was the wads of tinsel thrown on the branches I couldn't leave alone:)

Re: Laurel Wreath’s New Year’s Meditations-REMINDER

Linda — Sun, 03 Dec 2006 18:07:00 -0000

I gave up making resolutions years ago, but this sounds like a wonderful idea. I'm going to think, think , think (as Pooh would say) and pray and see what God would like to see happen in my life over the next year.
Thanks so much Laurel.

Re: In "Other" Words…

Linda — Tue, 05 Dec 2006 23:40:00 -0000

You did a great job with this. I just read a little devotional by Ruth Graham that speaks to this as well. I will try to post it tomorrow. It really blessed me - as does everything she writes!!

Re: Announcement

Linda — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 22:49:00 -0000

What an honor - and a well deserved one. I'm learning about some wonderful new places to visit. I'll be there sunday. I know you will do a wonderful job.

Re: Favorite Christmas Memory

Linda — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 17:14:00 -0000

I know just how your Dad felt. There is such an air of excitement and anticipation when we are giving something special to the ones we love. I'm so glad you have those precious memories.
These stories are all so heartfelt and sweet. Loving memories are a priceless gift.

Re: Christmas Tree Treasures

Linda — Fri, 08 Dec 2006 22:52:00 -0000

Your new design is wonderful. I'm anxiously awaiting mine.
What beautiful ornaments. I really like the gold ones. They are so elegant.
I just love all these ornament posts. I guess I just plain love Christmas.

Re: Monday Ramblings

Linda — Mon, 11 Dec 2006 21:44:00 -0000

Your weekend was a really nice one. So was ours - with the church Christmas program.
I am going to try to fit "The Nativity" into the busy weeks we have coming up. If I make enough headway with the packing, I'll give myself an afternoon off and go. Thanks for the good review.
I love your blog, and the idea for the first week in January is wonderful. Hopefully, we'll be settled into our apartment by then and I'll have my computer hooked up:)
Have a blessed week.

Re: In "Other" Words…

Linda — Tue, 12 Dec 2006 22:46:00 -0000

I agree. We women have the power to exert a great deal of influence. I think we got that little gift from Eve. It took me a long time to learn (and I'm still learning) to use that influence wisely.

Re: Thursday Thirteen #13

Linda — Thu, 14 Dec 2006 22:58:00 -0000

Enjoyed your thirteenth 13 Laurel. I think Home Depot men were put here for the express purpose of giving us something humorous to write about. I think I (well my husband) could write a book!!

Re: Welcome to my home…

Linda — Fri, 15 Dec 2006 19:52:00 -0000

Thank you Laurel. That was just beautiful. The tree looks so pretty all lit up. It is all so warm and homey.
Merry Christmas.

Re: Just a reminder

Linda — Sat, 16 Dec 2006 16:56:00 -0000

I'll go and read your post as soon as we get home from church.
Have a wonderful weekend.

Re: In "Other" Words…

Linda — Tue, 19 Dec 2006 21:03:00 -0000

That's a wonderful moment to cherish. My younger son is all grown up and a pastor now. Last evening he and his wife went over to my mom and dad's house (they just moved in a couple of weeks ago) so they could give them hand with the unpacking. His wife brought dinner, and he helped his grandpa with some of the heavier work.
It never gets old - seeing God's hand in our children's lives. And they are always our kids - no matter how old they are (even if they do have two little girls of their own).
I loved this post.

Re: Dear Santa….

Linda — Tue, 19 Dec 2006 21:04:00 -0000

That was absolutely inspired!!

Re: Merry Christmas

Linda — Fri, 22 Dec 2006 21:44:00 -0000

The precious story never grows old. Have a blessed Christmas Laurel.

Re: Just Checking in….

Linda — Wed, 27 Dec 2006 23:32:00 -0000

Great job with the pictures Laurel. It looks like we're all a bit busy with family and friends right now. It is a special time. We'll all get back in touch soon.
Have a blessed week.

Re: Where to put all this "stuff"….

Linda — Sun, 31 Dec 2006 14:01:00 -0000

Happy New Year Laurel!!
I know what you mean about the "stuff". I was feeling bad about having my house 2/3 packed into boxes while we had company here, but I have to admit life is a lot easier with less "stuff". I know some day it will all be unpacked again, but I'm thinking I may need to do some rethinking about what to hold on to.
My poor little brain is so tired, but I'll be giving some thought to your New Year's post. Surely I must have some goals for the new year :) I just have to think, think, think, - and pray.
Have a wonderful New Year's weekend.

Re: Thank you.

Linda — Mon, 01 Jan 2007 13:09:00 -0000

Congratulations Laurel. I think I do know what you mean. Your heart is so open and pure before the Lord, and I know He will honor that.

Re: 2007 New Year Meditations

Linda — Mon, 01 Jan 2007 13:12:00 -0000

This is such a wonderful idea Laurel. I need some time to just be quiet and reflect on this. I appreciate so much what you've written. I do understand about the dreams. I have had the Lord say no to my big dreams this year, and, like you, I have learned to just ask for His will. I have been afraid to dream again. I'm afraid I'll be disappointed again, and I don't want to go through another season of distancing myself from the Lord.
Thank you for your open heart and thoughtful words.

Re: 2007 New Year Meditations

Linda — Thu, 04 Jan 2007 22:34:00 -0000

Just wanted to thank you again for doing this Laurel, for your sweet comment, and for the book recommendation. I'm going to look for it (not allowed to order over the net - my husband has visions of someone stealing my identity).

Re: May they never let you go….

Linda — Fri, 05 Jan 2007 21:07:00 -0000

Those are the moments that make it all worthwhile. How very precious. Isn't it special when sons say something like that?
Laurel thank you so much for your kind words and that amazing quote. I'm going to just let that dwell in my heart for a while.
Yes - there were tears. We've had some very major disappointments in the past couple of years, and I thought this was going to be our special moment. But I looked at my husband, who is so faithful in his love for the Lord, and said"If the Lord loves us, and we know that He does, then He must be doing something special in us." He just nodded.
We are so blessed in so many ways - all the things that matter most. We will wait to see what the Lord will do.

Re: Do you have any questions?

Linda — Fri, 05 Jan 2007 21:10:00 -0000

We are living in amazing times. I don't know if it is just my age, but a part of me cries out "Even so, come Lord Jesus." However, as you so poignantly point out, we need to be concerned for those who don't know Him.
Wonderful post.

Re: A Big Audio THANK YOU!!!

Linda — Sat, 06 Jan 2007 16:10:00 -0000

What fun to hear your voice Laurel. It has been such a blessing to get to know you. Thank you so much for doing this for us. I think it meant as much to each of us as it did to you. I believe this kind of sharing draws us closer together.
Thanks Laurel.

Re: God is in the details.

Linda — Mon, 08 Jan 2007 20:24:00 -0000

I'm proud of you Laurel. I have the opposite problem. I have tons - literally tons - of boxes (some empty and too many packed because we actually thought the sale was going through). My son was able to get them for us from the place where he works. I remember moving in the past where I used to haunt the grocery store just begging for boxes, so this was so much nicer. If you lived close by - I'd give you a bunch. I think the Lord has it all under control though.

Re: In "Other" Words…

Linda — Tue, 09 Jan 2007 20:46:00 -0000

I think that is a lesson that we all must learn. It is so easy to run to someone or something else. Something tangible and visible. We had a Bible Study once where one of the things the author said about times of trouble was: "Go to the throne, not the phone." As cute as it was, it was a real wakeup "call' for me. I tend to run to call my Mom or my friends whenever things go wrong. Now I try to take a minute and stop myself from doing that. I need to go to Him first. Thanks for a wonderful post.

Re: Don’t Grow Too Fast

Linda — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 18:26:00 -0000

Oh Laurel - I know exactly what you mean. I clearly remember thinking when my boys were ten and seven "I wish I could freeze them right here." I just wanted that time to last forever.
They are now 37 and 34. They are still my precious boys, and there are still very precious moments. I think the times I watch them with their own little ones is almost more wonderful than I can bear.
Enjoy these days. They are so precious. But there are precious ones still to come.

Re: More than you probably every want to know….

Linda — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 20:28:00 -0000

Great job Laurel. But about the "grandma" thing....I'm a grandma and I probably ought to slow down a tad :)

Re: The Sacred Everyday

Linda — Fri, 12 Jan 2007 11:14:00 -0000

Thanks Laurel. As soon as I get a few quiet minutes I'm heading over there. You would think at this stage of my life I would have more time than I knew what to do with. The truth is the day goes by so quickly I can hardly squeeze in all the things I'd like to do or have to do.
I simply must learn (some time before I'm too old to do anything) to MAKE time to just be quiet before Him.
Thanks!!

Re: Feast One Hundred & Twenty Six

Linda — Fri, 12 Jan 2007 11:16:00 -0000

This was a cute one. I can just imagine you standing with your poor little nose against the wall. I guess we have all had those moments.
My Mom is working on an exquisite white quilt for me. She has done an amazing job with all the intricate design. I just love it. I don't blame you for picking white. It just looks so pretty.

Re: Sometimes I just get weary in the fight.

Linda — Sun, 14 Jan 2007 15:46:00 -0000

Hi Laurel, I'm sorry it's one of those difficult days. But I'm so glad you were blessed. I can't improve on Barb's suggestions. A nap and a good book sound like just the ticket. I wish those things like joy and gratitude and praise and love weren't choices we have to make. I wish I could just push a little button and have it be so. Some days it really is hard to make the choice.
I think the enemy tries everything he can to keep us from receiving the blessing the Lord has in store for us. I'm glad you didn't let him win.
Have a blessed day.

Re: In "Other" Words…

Linda — Tue, 16 Jan 2007 12:55:00 -0000

Thank you for opening your heart to us Laurel. I just commented on Cyndi's post about her post on this quote. I think so much of the time when I respond to someone who is hurtful in an angry, defensive way it is because of my selfishness. Your husband is very special. He was able to set aside his own feelings and realize that you were hurting. That isn't the natural thing to do.
I'm so glad you're doing better. God is good.

Re: Why do I have to be thankful?

Linda — Wed, 17 Jan 2007 16:15:00 -0000

I can't think of a thing to add to that Laurel. Wisely and beautifully said.
We sang that song in church just a few weeks ago. I love it!!

Re: Thankful Thursday

Linda — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 12:31:00 -0000

I am thankful I have met you Laurel. Your blog daily encourages my heart. You are a blessing.

Re: Thank you

Linda — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 20:32:00 -0000

The Lord knows our hearts and knows just what we need when we need it. You did all of the things He asks You to do - and He blessed your obedient heart.
You have such a lovely spirit Laurel. I'm so glad you were blessed, because you bless everyone who reads your heart.

Re: Happy Big 30 Brother.

Linda — Sat, 20 Jan 2007 15:23:00 -0000

Laurel- that is a beautiful tribute to your baby brother. He sounds like a terrific guy. And you're not a bad big sister either:) Happy Birthday to him.
Have a great weekend.

Re: Psalms Sunday

Linda — Sun, 21 Jan 2007 15:43:00 -0000

This is a great post Laurel. I heard a pastor say once that he prays for his family in this way: "I apply the blood of Jesus over the door and on the doorposts of my home." It was speaking about the children of Israel and the passover. So I sometimes do that too - praying for physical, spiritual and emotional protection.

Re: My Role Model

Linda — Sun, 21 Jan 2007 15:46:00 -0000

That is wonderful Laurel. I think encouragement is a special gift given to some people. There was someone like that in my life too - the pastor's wife at the church we attended when I was a young mother. We are so blessed when God places someone like that in our lives.

Re: Do you know this place?

Linda — Sun, 21 Jan 2007 20:27:00 -0000

This is great Laurel. I had been hoping for months that someone would do something like this (I don't know how to set something like that up). I'm heading over there now.

Re: My green giant.

Linda — Mon, 22 Jan 2007 16:06:00 -0000

If you only knew how applicable your post is to me Laurel. I have been fighting that particular Giant for days and days now. It all had to do with some medical tests that came back good for one and bad for the other. I have struggled so much with what seems to me to be the "injustice" of it all. I keep trying to do away with it, and it keeps coming back.
Thank you so much for writing this. It helps.

Re: In "Other" Words- JUST A REMINDER FOR TOMORROW

Linda — Mon, 22 Jan 2007 22:41:00 -0000

Hey Laurel, I don't know if I'll have time to write tomorrow. It's my Dad's 87th birthday and we're going to visit him and my Mom. If I have time in the morning I'll do it. If not, I'll read all the great stuff later!

Re: In "Other" Words…

Linda — Tue, 23 Jan 2007 11:39:00 -0000

That was wonderfull written Laurel. I agree with everything you've said. We too often get caught up in our own little world and then are no earthly good to those who need to heart the gospel. I know I have been guilty of that myself. It isn't easy to get out of my comfort zone. But it is easy to demonstrate Christ to those we come into contact with. Just a smile goes a long way I think.
Great post.

Re: Thank you.

Linda — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 15:20:00 -0000

I am so glad that little bouquet came your way today. You most definitely deserve it. Don't feel bad about your son's reading. I am sure it isn't anything you did or didn't do. We'll just pray that this works for him. It could be just the thing and then he will be reading like crazy!!
I am way behind on reading (and I was only gone one day) - so I'll read your "Blast From the Past" post a little later. I did get to read the house story and had a little chuckle. It's kind of like the time my daughter and I used the wrong restroom!!! Embarrassing beyond belief!! Oh - and thank you so much for linking to me. You are so sweet. I hope you sell lots and lots of stuff.

Re: In case you were wondering……

Linda — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 18:39:00 -0000

Oh shucks Laurel. I've been rooting for the Colts all year. I just think Tony Dungee is such a terrific guy. I'm going to have to stick with them. But since you are going for the Bears, and I just care so much about you, I won't feel too badly if the Colts don't win.

Re: Monday Meanderings

Linda — Sun, 28 Jan 2007 17:46:00 -0000

I will miss you Laurel. I enjoy visiting you every day. I do understand about the "stuff" that must get done.
I miss those days of basketball games and sitting in the stands cheering like a lunatic. When our youngest son graduated from high school we were lost. Nowhere to go on friday night (and so many nights in between). It's so much fun. Enjoy it.
Take care. You will be missed.

Re: I interrupt this "blog break" to just say…..

Linda — Wed, 31 Jan 2007 17:24:00 -0000

I'm so glad you took a little break:) I know just what you mean. I've followed my hairdresser also. I live in fear that she will get married and retire. Poor thing is on her feet all day, has worked tirelessly for years and would like nothing better than to find a good man. Me - I'm just thankful I found her, and I don't want her to go away and leave me.
Have a good one Laurel.

Re: If you are having trouble commenting…

Linda — Fri, 02 Feb 2007 13:59:00 -0000

It worked!! It worked!!! My second dilemma with blogging (the first being the time thing I wrote about yesterday) is trying to figure things out when they go wrong. When I have exhausted every other option, my usual m.o. is to give whatever is giving me a problem a sharp whack!!! I have decided, though, that isn't a very useful idea with a computer. So I just fuss and fume - and call my daughter. She can usually help me out.
Hope it all works out very soon for you.
Have a good weekend Laurel and thanks for your comment. I appreciate it!!

Re: Dear Mom & Dad,

Linda — Sun, 04 Feb 2007 18:04:00 -0000

You are such a clever girl. I'm signing up.
Your week was indeed a busy one. I think that one-on-one will make a huge difference with your son.
I'm glad you're all safe. I wondered if anyone had gotten hurt or sustained damage.
As everyone so kindly said to me, don't worry about how often you write or when you visit. We love you and will be here. It's important for you to do these things right now.

Re: A famous Mom I would love to sit down with…

Linda — Mon, 05 Feb 2007 18:32:00 -0000

Laurel - I love Ruth Graham. I have almost everything she has ever written. I am forever quoting her. One of my favorite things she said (and it helped me so much as a young wife)"Don't expect your husband to be what only Jesus Christ can be." She has so much wisdom and has been so faithful to he Lord. She has a true servant's heart. Great pick!!!

Re: Thank you!

Linda — Mon, 05 Feb 2007 18:34:00 -0000

I'm ashamed to say I never did get over to his blog. But I promise I'm going to do it today. He sounds like such a great guy.

Re: In "Other" Words…

Linda — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 11:29:00 -0000

I can't think of a thing that needs to be added Laurel. You have said it all so beautifully.

Re: WFMW: Love, Sweet Love Edition

Linda — Wed, 07 Feb 2007 17:55:00 -0000

Wonderfully wise words. Thanks Laurel.

Re: Valentine’s Day Chocolate Edition

Linda — Fri, 09 Feb 2007 13:54:00 -0000

All of these great chocolate recipes are making dieting less and less appealing. However, if I were to eat all these wonderful things I would have a lot more than five pounds to lose. What's a girl to do?
Seriously Laurel, that is a great recipe!!
You have a great weekend too!

Re: Just hear me out…

Linda — Sat, 10 Feb 2007 13:02:00 -0000

I hadn't formulated my thoughts nearly as well as you have Laurel - but as I read your post I realize I really do feel the same way. I actually wrote a post asking for gift ideas for my husband because I am just stumped. Why must we go through all this just because it is a certain date. I like your idea much better - we do it already. I love those unexpected flowers or the gift of something I have mentioned given just because.
You are a very wise lady.

Re: Monday Meanderings- updated with a picture…

Linda — Mon, 12 Feb 2007 17:34:00 -0000

Congratulations to both boys!! I know they both played their hearts out. I can remember sitting in the stands watching our son play. I think it's a whole lot tougher on the parents than on the kids!!
I love Anne Perry - I've read tons of her books. Can you believe how fast she writes them?
On your theological discussion - I have always though that Jesus was forever changed when He chose to come to earth for us. He will always bear those scars. I'm not sure about the resurrection body. He was able to enter a room without going through the door - so it was different in that way too. I'll have to chew on that one a little while longer.

Re: In "Other" Words…

Linda — Tue, 13 Feb 2007 11:20:00 -0000

What a unique way to look at that quote Laurel. Job's story - to be honest - both frightens and encourages me. He suffered so much loss - but there was so much gain. In the end, I think, he learned to trust God in all things - even those things we just cannot understand.
Thank you for this. It was wonderful.

Re: Happy Valentine’s Day

Linda — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 17:25:00 -0000

That's a beautiful quote Laurel. I'm so glad Barb told us about tomorrow. Please know I hold you in my heart and in my prayers. Let us know how everything goes.

Re: Hosting In "Other" Words…

Linda — Fri, 16 Feb 2007 20:58:00 -0000

I know that your grateful heart in the midst of difficult times blesses the heart of the Father. I know it blesses me Laurel. You are a dear, sweet girl. Get as much rest as you can - praying for you.

Re: Another thing I learned in theology class…

Linda — Sat, 17 Feb 2007 21:35:00 -0000

I always thought He did too Laurel. It's funny how you can get something in your mind and then not be all that sure about how it got there!! I'll have to do a bit more studying, but I think you may be right. I don't know of any scripture that says He did.
Thanks for always writing such thoughtful posts. Hope you're feeling better.

Re: Thank you for your kind words….

Linda — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 15:42:00 -0000

I think you're right about visiting and sharing with others Laurel. It's what Jesus told us to do.
And I must tell you, I went right to my Bible after reading your last post too.
I love your heart.

Re: Thankful Thursday

Linda — Thu, 22 Feb 2007 14:44:00 -0000

I so enjoy your thankful posts Laurel. I'm glad you're almost healed. That's great news.
I have a problem with that comfort zone thing too, but I know the Lord is wanting me to move out a bit.

Re: Have a great Friday

Linda — Fri, 23 Feb 2007 14:47:00 -0000

That little picture is too cute!! If I wasn't scared to death to do anything to my nice newly designed blog I would go get it too.
I love this meme - and your answers.
It's been a good many years but I do remember the joy of having all the projects FINISHED!!
See you tomorrow.

Re: If you could do me a favor….

Linda — Sat, 24 Feb 2007 11:42:00 -0000

Okay - all taken care of. And I did it all by myself!! :-)
Have a great weekend Laurel. I'm on my way to your post.

Re: Wow what a weekend….

Linda — Sun, 25 Feb 2007 19:48:00 -0000

Golleee Laurel - I don't know which to envy most, your time in B&N or that new laptop!!
It's wonderful that you had such a good weekend. One of these days I'd love a laptop. When this PC dies, I think I will (although I have nightmares about learning anything new or messing up what I already so painstakingly learned). Have lots of fun!!

Re: Just an update…

Linda — Mon, 26 Feb 2007 17:08:00 -0000

That's great news Laurel. And I don't think you're weird at all.

Re: Guess what, guess what!!!

Linda — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 21:12:00 -0000

I remember the getting the braces off day so well. Congratulations!!
Okay - I'm hooked - I'll be here March 1.

Re: Thank you from the bottom of my heart….

Linda — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 17:48:00 -0000

Congratulations Laurel - a much deserved award.
I feel like a little kid. I can't wait until tomorrow!!

Re: OH FOR THE LOVE OF SCRIPTURE AND COFFEE….

Linda — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 10:05:00 -0000

I got here for what is for me first thing this morning. I am so excited Laurel. You do write well. God obviously has His hand in this, and He chose just exactly the right ones. I am so delighted for you. Isn't it exciting to have the Lord take something you love to do and use it for His glory and purposes. I think it's terrific!
I will definitely post the button. However, I would appreciate prayer that I don't send my whole blog flying into cyberspace in the process. I wouldn't do this for just anyone:)
Blessings on you dear Laurel.

Re: Wandering thoughts…

Linda — Sun, 04 Mar 2007 16:08:00 -0000

You are so sweet and honest Laurel (I love that picture of you by the way - both my husband and I tend to spend time gazing into the little cupboard that contains all of the snacky stuff). Of course the enemy wants to attack us at our most vulnerable spot. I confess I've had those same feelings walking into some of the beautiful homes of friends. I think as long as we confess it and get back on track all is well. I have noticed in a new way while reading through the Bible this year that God doesn't choose to tell us about perfect people. Those that He dearly loved and walked with were flawed in the same way that we are. We're all on that journey - growing and sometimes failing.
I'll be waiting to read the question. I love "discussing".
Have a good sunday!

Re: Theology question of common grace…

Linda — Mon, 05 Mar 2007 18:31:00 -0000

I'm going to give you my "quick" answer and then think a little more about it. I have never heard that term common grace. I believe the first pray that is answered is the prayer for salvation. I believe that God works His will and His plan. He may orchestrate events in someone's life to bring them to Himself. He has already written the book of our life's story before we were even born (Ps. 139).
I don't know if that's an understandable answer or not. I believe God's grace is extended to everyone. When we cry out to Him for salvation it is ours.

Re: In Other Words…

Linda — Mon, 05 Mar 2007 22:30:00 -0000

Beautifully said Laurel - as always. We are studying Prayer in our Bible Study this spring. I have been a Christian nearly all my life, but prayer is something I have had to really work on. I'm learning new things about prayer. I'm thankful that the Lord patiently teaches us the things He wants so much for us to know about Him. I'm thankful it is a process - a lifetime of walking with Him.
I can tell by your words that your heart is close to His. You are a blessing dear Laurel.

Re: Thankful Thursday….

Linda — Thu, 08 Mar 2007 15:23:00 -0000

Oh Laurel - isn't it good of God to place such wonderful people in our loves. I have a Mom just like that too. She is my dearest friend (after my husband of course). I pray just writing your thankfulness lifted your spirit. After all - He promises it will!

Re: Being a Mother to boys

Linda — Thu, 08 Mar 2007 15:30:00 -0000

Laurel, a couple of years ago I destroyed all my old journals. They were filled with a Mother's heart-felt emotions while raising two boys. I didn't think anyone needed to read them when I am gone. There were days...just like the one you have described.
But now....they are two of the finest young men I know. They are amazing husbands and fathers. One is astoundingly successful in the business world, the other a Pastor. They are both men of God. When other people ask me what we did to raise such wonderful men I just say "God's grace". I can still lie in bed at night and weep over the dreadful mistakes I made. Somehow, God's grace filled in those places. He seems to honor the desires of our hearts and be very forgiving of our weaknesses. He raises Godly men. He does a terrific job. He only asks our faithfulness.

Re: Charleston, SC been there?

Linda — Thu, 08 Mar 2007 15:33:00 -0000

We visited Charleston several years ago. It is wonderful. I want to go again some time. We stayed in a hotel outside of the city - nothing very exciting. But the city is beautiful. We loved just walking along the streets and looking at the beautiful houses. We visited a Plantation house, walked on a lovely beach and visited Fort Sumnter. They have an amazing seafood restaurant there in the heart of the city. I wish I could remember names, but I'm sure you'll find lots of things to do. It is just lovely.

Re: Ok Beckie made me do it…. (just kidding)

Linda — Thu, 08 Mar 2007 21:21:00 -0000

I think they got it just exactly right. Don't you feel great? That's a lovely critique. I don't know if I'm brave enough to try...

Re: In Other Words

Linda — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 18:59:00 -0000

Beautifully done Laurel. A quote from Ruth Graham (my very favorite Christian role model and writer) literally changed my attitude about marriage. "Don't expect your husband to be what only Jesus Christ can be in your life". Like you, I expected my husband to fulfill my every expectation. That little gem of wisdom revolutionized my thinking.

Re: Just call me "Soccer Mom, Taxi Driver"

Linda — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 22:40:00 -0000

Laurel - there are seasons in life that are just incredibly busy. I've been where you are now. Please don't put pressure on yourself to visit and read all of our posts. Things will probably settle down in time and then you can get caught up. Right now those boys are the most important people on the list!!
I just like reading your posts. I'll come even if you don't have time to read mine :)

Re: Thankful Thursday

Linda — Thu, 15 Mar 2007 11:13:00 -0000

Those are all things to be truly grateful for Laurel. God pours abundant blessings into our lives. I'm so thankful for His great love. Your list is wonderful.

Re: Hosting "In Other Words" next week.

Linda — Sun, 18 Mar 2007 14:57:00 -0000

I can see that you want me to do some actual thinking!! I'll give it lots of thought Laurel - although I don't about all this thinking business. I'm having a difficult time remembering my own name lately :-)
Seriously - I'll see ya Tuesday.

Re: In Other Words…

Linda — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 14:49:00 -0000

It is so good for us to be reminded that each one of us has a mission field. Too often I get so wrapped up in my own little world, and it's easy to forget the commission Jesus gave to all of us.
Beautifully written Laurel.
I'm going to do mine in a little bit (busy morning).

Re: Thought for the day…

Linda — Sun, 25 Mar 2007 15:20:00 -0000

It is unfathomable!

Re: Just one of God’s many miracles….

Linda — Sun, 25 Mar 2007 19:49:00 -0000

What a wonderful, miraculous story Laurel. Happy Birthday to you special boy. Really - it just gets better!! I enjoyed those years with my boys - and you will too.

Re: Happy Birthday Son!

Linda — Mon, 26 Mar 2007 23:10:00 -0000

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!
You're doing amazing things on your blog Laurel.

Re: In Other Words…

Linda — Tue, 27 Mar 2007 11:43:00 -0000

You have spoken for so many of us Laurel. I imagine there are more of us who struggle with being "worthy" than not. If we could just see ourselves through His eyes. I often run to Ps. 139 when I am feeling that way. His thoughts about us are nothing short of miraculous. His love is fathomless.
I love reading your writing Laurel. You write your heart and it is such a blessing.

Re: Some rambling thoughts….

Linda — Wed, 28 Mar 2007 18:07:00 -0000

Oh Laurel - don't drive yourself crazy with this thing. I've heard people say the one day their house was a total mess is the day it sold. Now I'm not going to say that's a proven formula for success, but I don't think it hurts if the house looks a bit "lived in".
We did all that "restoring" work before we sold our home too. I kept thinking how ironic it was that all the things we had planned to do were getting done so we could move out!! Life is funny.
I'm going to pray it sells quickly.

Re: Thankful Thursday

Linda — Thu, 29 Mar 2007 14:57:00 -0000

I'm thankful your son is okay too!! Oh these boys - they sure do keep life exciting!
I nominated you for a Thinking Blogger Award Laurel. I thnk you're very special.

Re: Paying it Forward….

Linda — Fri, 30 Mar 2007 20:43:00 -0000

Laurel - you have such a sweet, humble spirit.
I love this particular award. The only difficult part is keeping it to five. I've seen all sorts of new places I'm dying to visit. This has been great fun.

Re: In Other Words….

Linda — Tue, 03 Apr 2007 17:40:00 -0000

Beautifully said Laurel. I remember so well sitting in the car after seeing the movie "The Passion" and just weeping. I wept because all of my sinning has been done as His child. I accepted Jesus into my heart at a very young age. It just overwhelmed me that I could be so casual about the priceless gift He gave me. It is so very personal. I love the way you said it.

Re: For I am thankful….

Linda — Thu, 05 Apr 2007 18:32:00 -0000

I believe that says it all. I've been so rushed these last few days - no time even to write my Thankful Thursday post and it's already evening. It is wonderful to slow down and read those life-changing words.
Thank you so much for the blessing Laurel.

Re: In Other Words…

Linda — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 21:36:00 -0000

What a great, great analogy Laurel. I was thinking not too long ago about the people who populate the pages of scripture. Not very many of them didn't make huge mistakes and missteps. I'm so thankful for that. I have great hope when I see what God's grace and mercy and forgiveness can do in a person's life.
I love all your examples. You did an excellent job. Thanks.

Re: Just some of my ramblings…

Linda — Sat, 14 Apr 2007 13:53:00 -0000

I'm busy trying to catch up on the posts I haven't read in a couple of days. Glad you have a bit of time to rest before the big day. I'll be praying things go well.
Have a good weekend.

Re: Good Morning…

Linda — Sun, 15 Apr 2007 15:16:00 -0000

I was just "saying" to Susanne that I am finally going to do what I keep promising myself I will do and that is write down all the prayer requests. There is so much going on in recent weeks. I try to remember everyone, but I'm sure I will leave someone out.
By the way, I'm praying for you too - for the house. I am realizing more and more what an amazing privilege we have in prayer. Have a wonderful afternoon with the Lord.

Re: In "Other" Words…

Linda — Tue, 17 Apr 2007 13:06:00 -0000

I love your writing Laurel. My heart is heavy too, and I struggle to understand the "why" of this senseless tragedy. You are right - it should cause us to be concerned for the lost around us and share the message of salvation.

Re: Word Filled Wednesday.

Linda — Wed, 18 Apr 2007 17:40:00 -0000

That is a precious word.

Re: Thankful Thursday…

Linda — Thu, 19 Apr 2007 13:58:00 -0000

All of your thankful thoughts just bless me Laurel. It is so exciting to see how God answers prayer. I love Him too. He is so very good.

Re: Oh my goodness what a day…..

Linda — Thu, 19 Apr 2007 23:09:00 -0000

Life really is a roller coaster ride sometimes. I think you handled things very well. I don't blame you for being proud of both your boys. Looks to me like they're developing excellent character traits.
I think you summed it up very well. The blessings usually do outnumber the bad things. God is good.

Re: Just for your information….

Linda — Sun, 22 Apr 2007 11:27:00 -0000

Of course we will bear with you. Computers are amazing things, but it sure is frustrating when they are "sick". It is my considered opinion that "things" we pay good money for should never break down. Somehow I don't think that's ever going to happen:-)
Have a safe, good trip to Arizona.
We'll be here.

Re: In "other" words…

Linda — Tue, 24 Apr 2007 13:13:00 -0000

There is great wisdom in what you are doing Laurel. Looking back at that season of my life, I know that the time you spend with your children is so very valuable. There will come a time, as you wisely realize, when you will be in a different season. Then God will have other things for you to do. Right now, you are exactly where you are supposed to me (in my humble opinion).

Re: Rambling Thoughts

Linda — Fri, 27 Apr 2007 16:12:00 -0000

We raised two boys too, and I don't know that I have any great words of wisdom to impart. I will tell you that we have two of the loveliest dil's in the world. I just know your future dil's will love you to death and want to spend much time with you. Just keep praying!!
I know exactly how you feel about the house. We are in the same boat. Are we all supposed to be learning a lesson here? ;-)

Re: I am soooo excited…

Linda — Sat, 28 Apr 2007 13:05:00 -0000

Happy Days!!!

Re: I’ll Be Back….

Linda — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 17:41:00 -0000

Have a wonderful, fun, restful time!! I'm looking forward to hearing all about it when you come home. Take care Laurel. I'll miss ya!!

Re: Ransomed Dreams by Amy Wallace

Linda — Sun, 06 May 2007 19:31:00 -0000

Great review Laurel. I'm always looking for new writers and great books. This sounds like winner.
I've been missing you. Hope the trip was fun.

Re: Did you miss me???

Linda — Tue, 08 May 2007 18:55:00 -0000

Yes - I missed you. I'm so glad you had such a good time. Isn't it incredible how quickly a friendship developes when you have Jesus in common?
It's great to have you back Laurel.

Re: Thankful Thursday-Mother’s Day

Linda — Thu, 10 May 2007 14:33:00 -0000

Aren't we blessed to have such wonderful mothers? A great post Laurel. I'm sure your Mom will love it.

Re: Happy Friday…

Linda — Fri, 11 May 2007 14:44:00 -0000

If you think time is moving fast for you Laurel - my grandson tries to do that to me!!! It won't be long before he can. When did that happen?
Have a wonderful, blessed Mothers' Day!

Re: Who the heck is this grizzly adams?

Linda — Mon, 14 May 2007 17:59:00 -0000

I'm with the other girls - he looks cute.
I'll add him to my prayer list. I'm so excited for him.

Re: Wordfilled Wednesday…

Linda — Wed, 16 May 2007 13:07:00 -0000

I think you said it very well Laurel. I am sure we will never all agree on everything and that's okay - as long as we all believe the truth about who Jesus is and what He did for us. I felt sad hearing the news. I think he was very courageous and accomplished many things for the Lord.

Re: Thankful Thursday…

Linda — Thu, 17 May 2007 20:30:00 -0000

I just love reading these lists. The thankfulness of others somehow blesses those who read it. I appreciate your sweet spirit Laurel - the way you see God's hand in everything thing that comes into your life. It is a reminder to me to look for His touch on everything that comes my way too.
I'm off to read your devotional.

Re: We All Fall Short…

Linda — Wed, 23 May 2007 13:03:00 -0000

It is hurtful when someone we admire and trust lets us down. However, you are so right Laurel, we are all just frail human beings. The only One who will never disappoint us is Jesus.
I'll pray for you too. I'm so sorry.

Re: A Little administrative…

Linda — Wed, 23 May 2007 22:58:00 -0000

Prayer is a wonderful, powerful, miraculous thing. I will pray for you Laurel.

Re: Thankful Thursday

Linda — Thu, 24 May 2007 20:41:00 -0000

This is a great list Laurel. I,too, am thankful that I can be just the way I feel and God doesn't get upset with me. He is a wonderful, loving, understanding Father.
Congratulations to your son. He did a super job.
Praying you will feel better soon.

Re: Thankful Thursday

Linda — Thu, 31 May 2007 10:44:00 -0000

This is a nice time of year Laurel, and your list of thanks lifted my spirits too. I'm glad you've had a little time of refreshment. It sure does make a difference.
You are a special blessing.

Re: A rambling post for ya…

Linda — Thu, 31 May 2007 23:07:00 -0000

Oh I know that feeling. There are some days I can just hear the book store calling my name.
Good for your son. I still remember the time my son didn't catch the pass at the big game. I think I was more upset over it than he was. I didn't get a wink of sleep that night feeling so bad for him.
It's fun being the mother of boys!!

Re: The final straw…

Linda — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 22:02:00 -0000

I can identify with you Laurel. It happened to me a couple of years ago. I love the movies. I even used to go alone if noone else was interested. I love sitting in the darkened theater and traveling to other places and meeting new characters. But the movie I was watching was not what I had expected. I found myself thinking, "I brought Jesus in here with me." That pretty well fixed it.
I found that Focus on the Family website has a great movie review section "Plugged In". They tell you absolutely everything about the movie (language, spiritual content, etc). I find I can really rely on them. When they say it's good, I go. It doesn't happen often, but I'm glad I can still go to a good movie once in a while.

Re: Mother always said there will be days like this…

Linda — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 21:53:00 -0000

Been there; done that Laurel. I think one of the best things about our blogging friends is that we can be real with each other - and not worry about what anyone else will say. We have all been there.
I love the analogy. We can look really spiffy on the outside and be a total disaster on the inside. Thankfully the Lord can deal with that just fine.
You have a good weekend.

Re: Can you all do me a favor?

Linda — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 22:02:00 -0000

Dear Laurel's Mom,
I'm so sorry to hear about your scorpion sting. My husband did the same thing once, and I know how much it hurts.
Hope you're feeling much better by now. I'm late - as usual. I always seem to be behind schedule reading posts.
You have such a sweet daughter.

Re: Did you miss me???

Linda — Sat, 16 Jun 2007 21:44:00 -0000

Welcome home Laurel - and of course you were missed. Isn't Charleston lovely? We were there several years ago, and I'd love to go back again.
The picture is precious. The stuff mother's hearts treasure.
Have a blessed weekend.

Re: Happy Father’s Day

Linda — Sun, 17 Jun 2007 21:50:00 -0000

I'm with the others - you're doing an amazing job. Happy Father's Day to the two dads. And congratulations to your Mom and Dad. We celebrated our 40th this year too!!

Re: Wordfilled Wednesday

Linda — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 13:22:00 -0000

That is beautiful Laurel. It is the cry of my heart too.

Re: Thankful Thursday

Linda — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 23:06:00 -0000

I'm thankful your tooth is better too Laurel. I love the idea of your boy taking your hand - precious moments. Lots to be thankful for.
Your photoshop stuff is just great I think!!

Re: In "Other" Words…

Linda — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 13:35:00 -0000

I love this quote and your writing on it Laurel. Your journey of faith is an inspiration. I truly believe that the Lord answered my prayers for my sons' wives (I'm still praying for my daughter). They are just the perfect young women. I know beyond a doubt God heard my prayers when they were little boys (and continued until they were married). Prayer is so very powerful - and such a blessing.
I have so much to do yet today, but if I can do this later today I will.

Re: In "Other" Words

Linda — Mon, 09 Jul 2007 23:11:00 -0000

I'm right there on my knees with you Laurel. Sometimes I am so overwhelmed with shame and guilt for needing forgiveness over and over again for the same old sins. It is that daily cleansing, that daily giving Him control that draws us close to Him.
You are a wonderful testimony to His grace and faithfulness. We are all a work in progress. Thankfully, He is more than willing to work on us.

Re: Can I just ramble for a bit…

Linda — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 13:03:00 -0000

Tell your son that we are all very proud of him (I've been praying for your boys). He has done a terrific job.
I know just what you mean Laurel. It seems God is speaking to many of us about the same things. This full surrender - this absolute trust - is not an easy lesson to learn. Thank you for sharing your heart.

Re: Thankful Thursday and then some….

Linda — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 16:37:00 -0000

That was a beautiful, inspiring list Laurel. I know it all comes straight from your heart, and that makes it special.

Re: Guest Hosting Thankful Thrusday~

Linda — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 17:31:00 -0000

How sweet of you to host Thankful Thursday - and serve sweets as well!!
Your list is so precious Laurel. I'm so sorry about your Dad's golf clubs. Things like that make me rather irate!
I wanted to comment on your last post too. A friend and I were talking the other day (and I have two sons remember) about how 13 seems to be the worst age for boys - and then they begin to get quite human. Believe it or not (and I have one daughter whom I love to death) I think girls are just a teensy bit harder. It's all that "moody" stuff. With boys - what you see is what you get. Fairly uncomplicated.
So take heart dear one - you're heading for better days!!

Re: Me a Princess?? Darn right I am …..

Linda — Sun, 22 Jul 2007 13:31:00 -0000

Well done Princess Laurel. You definitely deserve a crown as far as I'm concerned. You are a precious daughter of the King of Kings who is lovely inside and out.

Re: Just a little blogging therapy…

Linda — Mon, 23 Jul 2007 23:37:00 -0000

I know what you mean Laurel. Because we are communicating with each other through our writing, it is easy to view one another as rather one-dimensional. I've struggled with this too. I just want to be real.
I don't struggle with the things that you do, but I struggle with different things. For me it is self-control right now - my time, my eating, my devotional time with the Lord. I too easily let my life get all out of balance.
I am basically an optimistic person, but that is not to my credit. It is simply the way the Lord made me. He gave us all strengths and weaknesses - I believe He wants to show Himself strong where we are weak.
I know He will show you what He is up to. The important thing is you are listening and your heart is yielded to Him. He will surely show you what He has in mind - in His way, in His time.
I love your open, transparent heart Laurel. You bless me.

Re: And the Fruit of the Spirit is….

Linda — Wed, 25 Jul 2007 12:08:00 -0000

A very well deserved honor Laurel. It is the daily process of growing more like Him that produces that fruit. You are a wonderful example to all of us.

Re: Thankful Thursday

Linda — Thu, 26 Jul 2007 17:02:00 -0000

It is good to be reminded of the precious freedom we have to worship the Lord. They are our brothers and sisters - those who are suffering for their faith. They need our prayers.
A great list Laurel. I know - boys aren't the best about keeping in touch, but I'm sure he's having a great time!!

Re: I HAVE A BIG SURPRISE …..for my blog birthday.

Linda — Sun, 29 Jul 2007 13:04:00 -0000

Happy Bloggy - Birthday Laurel (I think mine is soon too - I have to check - my memory is so...). It is so like you to give something to someone else on your special day. I know whoever wins will love that book.
Have a great sunday!

Re: I have a new hat…

Linda — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 17:31:00 -0000

I am excited to see the way the Lord is using and blessing you Laurel (and blessing us through you). I'm on my way over, but I wanted to thank you for your comment on LWG today. It just blessed my socks off!! I'm going to remember that quote always.

Re: Having a teenager….

Linda — Tue, 07 Aug 2007 17:06:00 -0000

I feel mean agreeing with that last little quote Laurel, but it's true. I really have to bite my tongue not to remind my son of some of the things he said when he was a teenager. He has a teenage daughter now, and I watch in amazement as this Dad who once thought we were just too strict for words deals with all the issues that come with a soon-to-be 16 year old girl. I haven't said anything yet, but it sure is tempting. Some day you'll get your turn!!

Re: Goodreads and Shelfari- UPDATED!!!!

Linda — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 17:34:00 -0000

Thank you for your sweet comment Laurel.
You're the second one to mention Shelfari. I need to check it out.
I think you are a super Mom. I loved watching my younger son play football, but I never stayed for practice. It's hot in August in Texas!!! You deserve a reward for doing that.

Re: Me rambling again…

Linda — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 16:20:00 -0000

Laurel, I feel so sad that you are experiencing this - and that so many others are as well. I don't really have any answers and can only say I know it shouldn't be this way. We were not meant to go it alone.
I've been sort of isolated too, just because my husband is home all day and we do things together. That has really limited my time to nurture friendships. But I do miss it.
I think if we can be blessed with one friend - one like you describe - we are so blessed. I do have a friend like that. We sometimes don't even talk on the phone for weeks, but she is the one I call when I desperately need prayer or honest advice. We met in a small Bible Study group. That has really been my salvation. Our church is one of those "mega churches" so it is easy to get lost in the crowd. You have to find a little niche if you want to build any sort of relationships at all.
I know you don't have a lot of time. Do you have just one free morning a week where you could attend a Bible Study? And I would just ask the Lord to bring a special friend into your life.
When we attended a small church (when we were first married) the Pastor's wife used to have an occassional luncheon and invite women she thought would have things in common. It gave them a chance to meet new people and perhaps form new friendships. She was, and is, and extraordinary woman. She had a profound influence on my life.
Well, I've rambled on and not really helped I'm afraid. Perhaps the Lord will bring someone to mind and you can just be the one to initiate a friendship.
I hope our lives haven't all gotten so busy we don't have time for deep, meaningful relationships.
Our Pastor (ever practical) says if you just have one or two people you know you could call any time of the day or night - you are blessed. He used Jesus as an example - He had a small inner circle within the group of twelve (Peter, James and John); then He had the twelve - and then a wider circle of others.
I'm going to pray the Lord will send someone into your life who will enrich it with laughter and conversation and who will have the ability to always point you to Christ.
Sending you a huge hug across the miles.

Re: Couldn’t possilby think of a title for this story…..

Linda — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 16:09:00 -0000

I love that story Laurel. I know it sounds impossible to believe but I think some day you are going to love havng three terrific sons around. They grow up to be great young men - honest :-)

Re: Admin stuff…

Linda — Wed, 29 Aug 2007 17:02:00 -0000

Laurel - it is so much better! My little arrow didn't freeze up. Hooray! You did a great job.

Re: Thankful Thursday..

Linda — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 17:27:00 -0000

What a delightful list Laurel. It sounds like all is going well with the boys. I'm glad you're feeling better - and two more boys for the family. Yeah!!!
It is so good to be able to maneuver around your blog without "freezing". I'm glad you fixed it - you are clever!!

Re: Have you heard? I have a new hat….

Linda — Sat, 01 Sep 2007 14:49:00 -0000

I am going to head over to the review Laurel, but I first just wanted to tell you that I know you are going to be great at this. You are a gifted communicator. You write from the heart. You connect with everyone in a very special way. Of course they want you to review books. I'm excited because I love books - love, love, love them - and am always looking for good books and great writers.
Okay - heading over there right now!

Re: Thankful Thursday

Linda — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 21:40:00 -0000

Congratulations on your well deserved awards Laurel.
I always am blessed when I read your list - your heart is so open and tender.

Re: Remembering Amy

Linda — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 11:22:00 -0000

I woke up thinking about and praying for Amy this morning - not knowing that she had already gone home to be with her beloved Savior. Oh how my heart hurts with a mingling of sorrow and joy. I am so thankful for Jesus. He is truly our hope and our salvation.

Re: In Other Words and come visit me at Internet Cafe….

Linda — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 17:14:00 -0000

This was such a heartfelt post Laurel. As I read the part about the rejection Jesus felt I was thinking that probably the group He should have been part of - that elite group of religous leaders - was the one that rejected Him. He was embraced by those who probably weren't very high up on the social ladder.
For myself I know that truthfully I want to be accepted by those I admire - the group that is the "in" group. I have finally become content with being where God would have me be. It is just as you've so beautifully said - you are in the place of ministry that He has called You to for now. He is using you in a very unique and powerful way. I have only to see your name - and I smile because I know I will be blessed. You are a gift to us and we are so blessed to have you here.

Re: Somedays you are the dog, somedays you are the cat….

Linda — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 21:03:00 -0000

That picture is just perfect Laurel. I have often felt like that poor cat. I'm sorry you're feeling that way now. I pray grace and strength for you.

Re: An Introduction and a Giveaway….

Linda — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 21:06:00 -0000

Here is my fact before I forget it: 15% of the proceeds from the sale of her books will go to Christ is Our Hope orphanage (I see this is not an original fact)!
Laurel you've done a fabulous job on this review. I love the interview. I feel like I know Nicole after reading her answers.
You must surely be having a great time with this. You are doing a really great job!

Re: Pank & Kär

Linda — Tue, 28 Feb 2006 16:36:27 -0000

"Man har inte roligare än man gör sig" är väl ganska störande? och dessutom ganska konstig rent grammatiskt...

Re: Försvunna sockor

Linda — Mon, 03 Apr 2006 16:56:27 -0000

Jag vet var dom har tagit vägen...jag har dom på min vägg :-)

Re: Döden kommer

Linda — Sun, 09 Apr 2006 15:41:10 -0000

hahaa

Re: Döden kommer

Linda — Sun, 09 Apr 2006 18:23:04 -0000

du är utmanad
http://krumelurens.blogspot.com/

Re: USA-fenomen i svensk blogg

Linda — Wed, 03 May 2006 03:58:36 -0000

haha! skönt att det är fler än jag som har problem med det där jävla höger och vänster!

Re: fortfarande borta…

Linda — Thu, 18 May 2006 07:55:56 -0000

Hmm... det här låter ju betryggande för Sigges framtid...not!

Illa illa.

Re: Mer musik

Linda — Wed, 30 Aug 2006 18:47:49 -0000

jamen självklart, om jag hunnit tillbaka till stan från min praktik i tjottahejti!

Re: Information overload

Linda — Wed, 30 Aug 2006 18:48:59 -0000

den här har jag redan sagt att jag vill gå på va?
:-)

Re: Information overload

Linda — Thu, 31 Aug 2006 18:19:45 -0000

haha, glöm det! du ska inga andra vänner hava jämte mej sörru!
:-)

Re: Hört på campus idag

Linda — Tue, 05 Sep 2006 16:53:25 -0000

Haha, klockrent!
Dessutom är det viktigt att komma ihåg att alla (ja ni hörde: ALLA) killar är fula och otrevliga!

;-)

Re: Öppet brev till Cloetta

Linda — Tue, 05 Sep 2006 16:54:39 -0000

http://www.expressen.se/index.jsp?a=675199
<... som äter äckliga saker...

Re: Så gammal kommer jag att bli

Linda — Sun, 10 Sep 2006 16:19:34 -0000

86 bast ska jag tydligen bli. som farmor min.

Re: Nu känns det bättre, men lite surt ändå

Linda — Mon, 11 Sep 2006 09:30:16 -0000

ja, kom igen nu, vi fick ju mask i magen och chans till mer sånt i och med presentcheckarna...!
:-)

Re: Tekniknörd =)

Linda — Fri, 22 Sep 2006 19:03:28 -0000

jodå, plats för mobilsmycke finns såklart. men det behövs inte. den är sååå cool ändå

;-)

Re: Vad man behöver en gråmulen dag

Linda — Fri, 06 Oct 2006 16:48:46 -0000

Ha,ha vad härligt! Till och med sura jag började le efter ett tag...

Re: Vad är sannolikheten?

Linda — Tue, 12 Dec 2006 06:25:39 -0000

Jag vet en som orkar räkna... vår-föreläsare-i-statistik-vars-namn-jag-inte-
vill-nämna-här.

Men ni har haft honom också. Han orkar räkna på allt. Och lite till.

Coolt sammanträffande.

Re: Beck å Beck

Linda — Tue, 12 Dec 2006 06:26:59 -0000

coolt att mitt förra inlägg blev anonymt...

Re: Intresseklubben noterar…

Linda — Fri, 15 Dec 2006 15:39:37 -0000

Sverigers sexiga (?) geografi:

"Rövhålet, naturobjekt, Älvdalen kommun"

-kommentar överflödig...

Re: Mera kalas

Linda — Sun, 14 Jan 2007 06:43:17 -0000

gick det bra?

Re: Kvinnor bättre på städning än män?

Linda — Fri, 19 Jan 2007 06:57:06 -0000

Jag säger bara det, Annica Dahlström - vilken kvinna!
"Men Annica Dahlström är kontroversiell. När hon kopplade ihop stora bröst med dåliga betyg i matte blåste det upp till storm."

Haha, det förklarar en hel del gällande mina mattekunskaper faktiskt!

Re: Kvinnor bättre på städning än män?

Linda — Fri, 19 Jan 2007 11:09:06 -0000

Ha ha, din ursäkt att att Annica Dahlström givetvis har fel...

Re: Duktigsjukan

Linda — Mon, 22 Jan 2007 10:45:17 -0000

Känner inte igen mej på en endaste punkt! Mo ha ha ha.
Skämt å sido.

Tragiskt ju. Fy fan.

Re: Kvällsnöje

Linda — Tue, 23 Jan 2007 08:45:36 -0000

Åh, vem har inspirerat dej till denna fantastiska ordning? ;-)

Re: Kvällsnöje

Linda — Tue, 23 Jan 2007 13:00:05 -0000

Haha, det hade du inte behövt, men tack för credden! Nu kanske folk tror att jag har ordning och reda! ;-)

Re: Umeå has gone mad, del 2

Linda — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:08:46 -0000

Jamen alltså dom där på Ersboda som håller på och bombhotar varandra... suck!
Dom känns som Spy vs. Spy i MAD-tidningen. Typ två galna snubbar som hela tiden ska ha ihjäl varandra.

Bara man inte hamnar i deras cross-fire så är det nog lugnt. Köp inget av dom på Blocket heller.

;-)

Re: Just a Part of the Whole

Linda — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 08:48:00 -0000

I'm glad I ran across your blog. Your positive attitude is an encouragement to me. I have multiple sclerosis. I live life one day at a time, not knowing what tomorrow will bring. I look healthy, so some folks can't imagine what living with MS is like. But God has blessed me in so many ways. My husband takes good care of me. Our children and grandchildren keep life exciting for me. I find that there are things to be thankful for and ways to serve God even through the pain and fatigue. May God bless you.

Re: http://gitzengirl.blogspot.com/2008/11/horsing-around.html

Linda — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 11:49:00 -0000

The photo of Becca in her stance alongside the black horse reminds me exactly of my granddaughter Eden. Only she is a deer. It all started with Bambi and went on from there. She passionately loves all things deer. How we love our "deer" little girls.

Re: Just nu lyssnar jag på…

Linda — Sun, 04 Feb 2007 07:19:12 -0000

Vill ha! um

Re: Det är på håret

Linda — Sun, 11 Feb 2007 14:17:10 -0000

I egenskap av frisör måste jag säga att det såg lite tunnt ut i topparna det där...

Re: Varför ska någon läsa det jag skriver?

Linda — Mon, 12 Feb 2007 15:59:34 -0000

De flesta får den, bloggkrisen. Den går nästan alltid över. Man får ta och fundera över varför man bloggar och om man tycker att det är värt att fortsätta.

Folk läser.

Re: Inget modem från Bredbandsbolaget än…

Linda — Wed, 07 Mar 2007 13:18:41 -0000

va re den dära ja fick åka i som ni köpte?

Re: Inget modem från Bredbandsbolaget än…

Linda — Thu, 08 Mar 2007 07:17:16 -0000

coolt, den va spejsad =)

Re: Våra melodifestivalvinnare

Linda — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 03:57:06 -0000

Ha, haa. Vilken ful sida! =)
Flyget går 12.45 så vi hinner med tidig lunch/fika vid typ halv elva tiden kanske?

Re: Nu är den här!

Linda — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 04:57:47 -0000

Ni kan ju hajja att jag kommer över och spelar! Wiiiiiiii!
=)

Re: Skön kommentar

Linda — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 04:59:13 -0000

Hahaaa, vilken stjärna!

Re: Okej, jag erkänner;

Linda — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 13:26:35 -0000

Du är utmanad

Re: Jag är utmanad!

Linda — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 17:20:39 -0000

Bra jobbat!
Har däremot ingen aning om reglerna gällande hur många man ska tvinga göra den... =)

Re: Jag är utmanad!

Linda — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 17:45:22 -0000

Ja, sex personer är lite knepigt.
Och ja, du får vara med i Frukostklubben eftersom du är trevlig och SNYGG såklart!

Re: Hipp, hipp – hurra! hurra! hurra!

Linda — Sat, 24 Mar 2007 16:29:32 -0000

efter morgonens skönsång från mitt håll så är ju övriga gratulationer från mej totally överflödiga =)

Re: Kissa för konsten?

Linda — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 16:46:48 -0000

Haha, den där kisskvinnan har blivit talk-of-the-town! Tjing för att inte jobba i städet på operan den helgen...

Re: Family

Linda — Mon, 14 Nov 2005 13:10:00 -0000

I love being your big sister. Wish Bill and I could have been with you and the rest of the family while you were in God's country. Your next furlough needs to be at our place, riding a couple of four-legged nags rather than shopping with a few two-legged k'nag'gs. The Lord sure is blessing us as it is obvious He is you as well. Our prayers are always with you.

Re: Woman Leaders in TSA

Linda — Tue, 24 Apr 2007 09:39:00 -0000

Yay! You know I'm not into bashing my brothers but it makes me so annoyed when a male officer gets an appointment and his officer wife automatically becomes the leader of women's ministries in the same area. Whilst this is an important position (and thank you to the officers serving in this capacity) it really points to the predetermined male/female roles. Whilst the man may be the head of the house, in our army we are all soldiers, and if a single woman officer can do it so can a married woman officer. So glad to hear a leader touch that topic! Thank you

Re: Procurador quer Felgueiras presa pelo saco azul

Linda — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 13:40:19 -0000

Há dúvidas?A próxima grande notícia...FÁTIMA REGRESSA À FAVELA

Re: burg clam

Linda — Wed, 13 Oct 2004 08:13:21 -0000

WAr ein echt nuuuuur nettes Wochenende!! :lol: LINDA

Re: Crisis Communications 2.0 – Apple and the iPhone Price Bomb

Linda — Sat, 15 Sep 2007 01:27:00 -0000

My opinion is that there will be a long term damage that will not be that easy to overcome and that is from that first wave of purchasers, myself included, that were stung by the sudden price drop. I had my iPhone less than 2 weeks before the price drop and I know that I will not be so quick to purchase another Apple/MAC product. I will ride out the hysteria that accompanies the new product line and wait for that inevitable cut in price. There will be many like me, who do not want to be suckered again. The joy of the new toy has been tarnished.

Re: Twitter Tools for Community and Communications Professionals

Linda — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:04:00 -0000

Awesome list. I'm relatively new to twitter, and I'm looking for more ways to use it effectively. Thanks for all the links!

Re: How to make a gift box from an old greeting card!

Linda — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:34 -0000

Perfect for I love you coupons

Re: How to Coil a Basket

Linda — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:59:45 -0000

GREAT DIRECTIONS. I'VE BEEN WONDERING HOW THESE BOWLS WERE MADE. LOOKS LIKE I'M GOING TO HAVE A NEW WINTER PROJECT.... THANKS..

Re: Crisis Communications 2.0 – Apple and the iPhone Price Bomb

Linda — Sat, 15 Sep 2007 01:27:00 -0000

Re: Twitter Tools for Community and Communications Professionals

Linda — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:04:00 -0000

Awesome list. I'm relatively new to twitter, and I'm looking for more ways to use it effectively. Thanks for all the links!

Re: Going Freelance: Six things that need to be on your legal checklist

Linda — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 05:28:00 -0000

Hi - just wanted to say thank you for continually including my blog in your round ups, I’ve followed your blog for a good while and wish you all the success in the world! If you want to write a guest post at http://www.freelancewritingtips.com, any time, you would be really very welcome.

Best wishes

Linda

This comment was originally posted on <a href="http://writetotravel.blogspot.com/2009/01/top-5-weekly-blog-posts-for-writers.html?showComment=1232792880000#c6962738786523584531" rel="nofollow" title="“Top 5 Weekly Blog Posts for Writers” (http://writetotravel.blogspot.com/)">My year of getting published

Re: Worry Warts??

Linda — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 01:18:00 -0000

"I'm purified, sanitized, and terrorized."

Yup, that pretty much sums up existence in today's modern world. I read the NY Post every day at lunch (OK OK I admit I like the nutty headlines and gossip pages) and sometimes I just want to scream at how these doctors can't make up their minds as to whether something is good or bad for you. They're driving us nuts in an effort to get publications on their resumes. Stop the madness!!!

Anyhoo, keep talking. I like it.

Re: Welcome to my blog!

Linda — Sat, 08 Sep 2007 20:58:00 -0000

I just wanted to say that the new website is fabulous. It's great to see the Cass back amongst us internet addicts.

Thanks for sharing your artwork too. After careful consideration, I'll have to vote for the nude as my current favorite. Feel free to update the artwork page over time. You are a woman of many talents.

I also particularly enjoyed the photos from your days in London. More please. I had to look up where Shephard's Bush is, though. It sounds like a hopping place.

Speaking of London, maybe one day someway somehow AR could do a jazz show -- a one time deal like the Elvis show maybe. I would absolutely LOVE to hear AR do some jazz or standards a la Bill Evans...only with singing. Like Cassandra Wilson and all. Think about it. Maybe some special occasion will present itself someday. Maybe a benefit or something. I dunno.

Anyhoo...keep on rockin', girl.

Re: The Pretty One..

Linda — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 20:52:00 -0000

Thanks for the insightful and thought provoking blog, Miss C. I really enjoy your posts, even the old ones that got nuked by myspace...over and over again. WTF?

As you said, it's important (and difficult) to remember that everybody has got their "stuff" -- no matter how blessed they may appear on some levels. It doesn't matter if folks are pretty, smart, well-to-do, apparently grew up in a great family or whatever...everybody has some kind of kind of "lack," some kind of s**t going on in the background that colors their perceptions. I'm know that I'm not very good (abyssmal actually) at seeing the other side of the picture when I'm knee deep in my own "stuff." I'm too busy taking care of myself, for crying out loud.;)

I remember the title of a book (that I've never read) called "All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten." It really should be called "All I Really Need to Know that I Didn't Learn in Kindergarten." For better or worse, the patterns in people's lives are pretty much set when they're little kids.

Anyhoo, I was surfing the web today (what else is new) and ran across a couple of quotes that I really liked. They sort of apply to your most recent blog and are sufficiently secular to make me happy. So I thought I'd share:

1)"Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth." (Meditations by Marcus Aurelius)

2)"There is a place that you are to fill and no one else can fill, something you are to do, which no one else can do." (The Game of Life and How to Play It by Florence Scovel Shinn...or maybe she's quoting Plato...I can't tell.)

That's all I've got today. Keep writing. Let's do this again sometime. LOL.

p.s. All right, I switched to Internet Explorer and finnaly got my preview working. This is really my final draft if you've got ten copies waiting to be moderated. Sorry.

Re: Humera and Mandy Moore

Linda — Mon, 17 Sep 2007 21:54:00 -0000

Random thoughts:

1)Fall. My favorite time of the year. Time to make a trip to my favorite orchard for some cider and, especially those cider donuts. Damn they're good.

2)I wouldn't know a Mandy Moore song if I fell over it. Then again I don't own a TV and rarely listen to the radio these days. But I do wonder if Ms. Moore writes her own songs? Or is she merely another compliant pretty young lady who sings songs given to her by folks like the Matrix group. I was wondering the same thing about Beyonce too? If so, save your money girls...because you're disposable. We see how well Clive Davis took to the notion of Ms. Clarkson(?) exercising a little control over her own career.

3)Now here's the real question that's bothering me: Britney. Forget any questions about talent, parenting skills and common sense (or the lack thereof). I saw some some photos from the VMAs and all I want to know is DOES SHE LOOK FAT BY ANY NORMAL STANDARD??? WTF? What the hell are they talking about -- that she looks fat? Do I need to get my eyes checked?

Re: Humera and Mandy Moore

Linda — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 23:03:00 -0000

"I cock back for conversation..."

Very nice turn of a phrase in the latest poem. I'm assuming that like cocking a gun...hostile and such. Or perhaps I'm reading too much into things.

Maybe you should just incorporate your poetry into your blog...so folks could comment. Tag it poetry so folks could search for all poetry if so inclined.

Or maybe not.

Regardless, keep the writing coming.

Got any micro-fiction? I ponder trying my hand at that...but I'm too lazy. I like the idea of reading it better than writing it. I can do technical writing, but that's not exactly scintillating, now is it?

Rock on, girl.

Re: "Heeeere city city"

Linda — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 20:22:00 -0000

I just wanted to say that this was truly an exceptional blog post. In fact, it knocked me on my a**. I enjoyed it immensely. Cassidy's momma didn't raise any dummies, that's for damn sure.

I reserve the right to comment more when I'm not tired.:)

Re: "Heeeere city city"

Linda — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 20:48:00 -0000

While I love NYC and absolutely understand folks’ attraction to the life pulsing through the City, I also know that I could never live there. I prefer to get a “fix” of NYC and then get the hell out!

I need peace and quiet and a certain degree of solitude to recharge my batteries. That’s definitely not something a person should look for in NYC – wondrous though the City may be.

Trinity Church is definitely lovely. I stopped in once when they had materials on display about the church’s role in the 9-11 rescue efforts. I’m also particularly fond of St. John the Divine up near Columbia U. It has a good vibe to it.

In general, I think churches are best when they’re quiet and peaceful and aren’t holding services and aren’t filled with people. Once rules and rituals and dogma and hierarchies comes into play, that pretty much kills any sense of “spirituality” for me.

My eyes glaze over when folks start referring to Jesus this and that –- regardless of how progressive and decent these folks and their churches may be. I can’t really wrap my mind around the concept of a personal god. I’ve tried and just can’t do it. As a colleague of a similar mindset once summed things up: “I’d really like to believe...but I just can’t.”

But...I did walk out the front door recently and looked at how beautiful a day it was and simply uttered the words “thank you.” I don’t know who I’m thanking, but it just seemed like the right thing to do. I’m often amazed at how beautiful the trees and the light and all that are.

I think that everybody wants to find a place that speaks to them. Once I lived near a park in the South that had some kind of Native American history behind it. There was a forever empty and overgrown house on the edge of the park. But I knew several people who felt drawn to that house (myself included) whenever they took a walk around the park. There was some kind of a good “vibe,” for lack of a better word, coming from that place. You're left to wonder what kind of sacred stuff the Indians many have had going on in that park.

While I live far away from that park now, I recently ran across a more rural area not far from where I live which was where a lot of early settlers to the area...ummm...settled. There’s such a quiet, peaceful feeling to that rural space that I’m always going up there and driving around exploring and taking photos. I can’t define it and don’t like to get into all that god terminology...but there’s something very “spiritual” about that place. However vague that may seem, it works for me right now. Anyway, thanks for the thought provoking blog, Ms. C. You're on the ball.

Re: Lori

Linda — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 20:54:00 -0000

You have quite an inate ability to tell a story, Miss C., whether it's in prose or poetry or lyrics. I enjoyed your blog...as usual. Thanks for sharing your writing with us. It's also a nice way of wishing a friend well...assuming Lori really exists.

Your blog makes me think of a writing competition in the Washington Post (or at least I think it was the WaPo) that recently ended. They had a small image/painting of this woman in bed rolled over with her back to the viewer as if she had just answered the phone in the middle of the night or something. Writers were invited to submit a strory based on that image. Some time in the near future the paper will publish the best stories. One of these days you should take a crack at a competition like that. I bet you could come up with a very interesting story based soley on an image.

Anyhoo, keep on rocking and writing, girl. Poetry is good too. Even though I don't know beans about bongs, I enjoyed the latest poem. A person's got to put a few miles on their odometer to be interesting IMHO...and have a soul. Let the kids wash out their own damn bongs.;)

Re: Pass It On

Linda — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 22:04:00 -0000

Beautiful poem/advice to your nephew, Miss C. Tim surely knows that he's well loved by one and all in his family. Thanks for sharing it with us. :)

Re: Typo..

Linda — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 09:46:00 -0000

Love the results of the new webcam, Miss C. The video made me smile.

Look out! The Cass has gone high tech! LOL

Re: Typo..

Linda — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 11:03:00 -0000

Uh oh...snocap is heading for the dead pool. Click on my name for the story.

Re: Typo..

Linda — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 12:31:00 -0000

Let me try that again. I bring this up since I think that the AR ladies mentioned planning on using snocap somewhere.

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via TechCrunch:

Snocap Drops 60% Of Staff And On The Market: Looking Good For The Deadpool

B2B digital music distributor company Snocap, the spawn of Napster founder Shawn Fanning, looks like its warming up for a Deadpool entry with confirmation by CNet that the company has let go of 60% of its staff and is on the market.

Snocap has apparently “received interest from several companies” as is pursing these for an asset sale.

Snocap was founded in 2002 and has amongst its investors Ron Conway, Morgenthaler Ventures and WaldenVC. The company allows rights owners to place music onto p2p networks and retail sites with DRM, aiming to leverage P2P networks for distribution whilst still charging for music.

Snocap’s last big deal was to provide music sales for MySpace in September 2006 and we wrote about Shawn Fanning’s plans in December 2006 to start a World of Warcraft focused social network called Rapture. According to Snocap’s website the MySpace deal is still in place, which presuming it is transferable to a new owner would provide some value in the Snocap fire sale.

Snocap is now on TechCrunch Deadpool watch.

Re: Pass It On

Linda — Sat, 13 Oct 2007 10:56:00 -0000

I'm still talking. :-)

There's a lovely story in today's New York Times -- about Suzanne Vega's current husband. Check it out. You'll like it.

A Lawyer, a Poet, and a Love Rekindled

By JIM DWYER

Paul L. Mills recited poems on the street and in clubs for 10 years, then vanished.

He had been, he said, a “James Dean-esque Lord Byron” who helped relight the ancient custom of spoken-word poetry. The job also helped him meet and date glorious women.

Then he was gone.

Not from himself, of course: he was still right there in the mirror. But Mr. Mills dropped out of New York sidewalk poetry, went to law school in California and became a trial lawyer in Los Angeles.

One day a few years ago, he Googled himself — his earlier self, the young street poet who went by the name Poez — and found a generous, appreciative entry on a Web site. The title, however, would frost the loins of any soul who had reached midlife.

“Whatever happened,” the headline asked, “to Poez?”

The question sent him into an orbit: Paul Mills, in his 50s, circling the memory of an uncreased Poez at 27; the lawyer, living alone in California, drawn back to the young poet who had stopped one autumn afternoon in a doorway, held his breath and kissed an unknown singer named Suzanne Vega.

“She could have backed out, but she let the chance of escape slip away, and the next thing, my lips were right there,” he remembered. “I kissed her, and she kissed back, a little.”

In the end, though, he gave up waiting for her to say yes to his marriage proposal. She became famous and married someone else. He did neither.

Earlier this week, as Mr. Mills, now 57, walked down West Fourth Street and stopped at the corner of Jones Street, he explained how the question — whatever happened to Poez? — propelled him back to New York.

The answer begins with his invention of Poez three decades ago, after years of scheming to memorize poems and recite them in public. He made a poetry menu listing his own work and some classics. On a shirt cardboard, he advertised poems for 10 cents apiece. When he finally stepped out to perform for the first time, he froze. Then he bargained with himself: just display the sign for 10 minutes. With time nearly up, his first customer arrived. He wanted an Emily Dickinson.

“I’m nobody,” Paul Mills said, speaking his first words as Poez. “Who are you? Are you nobody too?”

The man left without paying, but not before telling him the sign was too small and 10 cents was too little. People would think there was a hidden charge. Poez instituted a pay-what-you-like policy. He redrew his sign on a window shade, handy for a quick roll-up and getaway.

The summer of 1977 was a perfect moment at West Fourth and Jones Streets.

“The sidewalks were packed,” he said. “At the corner — jugglers, stilts, fire eaters. I’d have to come here at 8 p.m. to get a good spot.”

Then one night, someone in a third-floor window on Jones Street pelted his audience with eggs. People scattered, except for Allan Pepper, an owner of the Bottom Line, who invited Poez to perform. Mr. Mills thrived, at least on the starvation scale of poets. He shared a place on Clinton Street for $75 a month. He met a bunch of women who were writing songs.

At the Cornelia Street Cafe, he read a poem, “Spontaneous Combustion,” about a short, intense relationship he’d had with one of them. As he left, another songwriter, Ms. Vega, came out to praise it. They made a date and went to a museum, then walked up to Tom’s Restaurant on Broadway — which Ms. Vega would render as “Tom’s Diner” in a hit song. Along the way, he took his chance and kissed her. Eventually, he asked her to marry him. She didn’t answer. They broke up. He went to California.

“We were sporadically in touch,” he said. “Just enough to have misunderstandings.”

By 2005, Mr. Mills, the lawyer, tried to figure out if there was an audience for Poez in New York. He posted a message on Suzanne Vega’s Web site, using her old address as the subject matter, to catch her eye. “I have a not very exciting personal question to ask you,” he wrote. “Is this a good way to reach you?”

It was. She told him where he might perform. She was divorced. “A more feverish set of e-mails would be hard to imagine,” he said. Four months after he wrote to her, 23 years after he first proposed, they married. He moved back to New York, performed a show at the Bowery Poetry Club last month, and published a book called “The Poetry Dollars.”

And that’s whatever happened to Poez (poezthepoet.com), and Paul L. Mills.

Re: Ambien shame

Linda — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 22:47:00 -0000

I understand exactly where our protagonist is coming from.

A girl needs her beauty rest. And if she doesn't get it...well...all hell is going to break loose.

I like nothing better than the white noise of the air conditioner in the summer to put me to sleep. I even run a fan in the winter.

The one thing that keep me in the apartment where I've been for ages is the QUIET. I've lived with neighbors from hell and I thank god for my current neighbors -- who may be dead for all I know but at least they're quiet.

But despite all that...when anxiety or whatever has you up all night or sleeping like hell as you grind your teeth...it's time to throw in the towel on Christian Science (LOL), see a doctor and then visit your local pharmaceutical emporium.

You'll kick yourself for not seeing a doctor sooner. Trust me. Been there, done that.

Re: Carpe diem!

Linda — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 22:38:00 -0000

I frequently get up for a while on the weekends and then decide shortly thereafter "what the hell" how about a little nap! I've developed championship napping skills. Besides, I need to catch up on missed sleep from during the week. Getting up for work is a nasty shock to my system. I have a theory that we should all be allowed to wake up "naturally." It's better for our health. Unfortunately, my theory clashes with the notion of gainful employment....

Of course, after my nap the day is pretty well shot to hell...so why bother getting dressed to go out? I've got nice food, heat, DVD's etc. here. Might as well play at home some more.

Trust me, you are not alone in your desire to just lay around and collect dust on the couch. Just have someone vacuum around you every now and then and things will be fine, ;) Now excuse me while I go watch The Closer on DVD. Damn, that's a good show.

p.s. Check out my latest photoblog. It's about the fifth version. I think I'll keep this one. Hey, everybody's got a blog these days!

Re: Carpe diem!

Linda — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 11:24:00 -0000

Am I being dissed a second time (the first was on myspace when my post was deleted) because I'm not a simpleton when I post? Just checking. I'm beginning to feel that there's little room left in ARland for folks who aren't 25 years old showering adulation.

Re: It’s not PERSONAL! It’s rock and roll…

Linda — Sat, 27 Oct 2007 12:28:00 -0000

Bravo!LOL.

Re: Fugget aboud it.

Linda — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 15:52:00 -0000

I have to give you credit, Cassidy, you have some hellaciously big balls. I don't know how you can even walk. Good for you. I can appreciate that. Takes one to know one. ;)

As they say, never put anything in writing that you wouldn't want plastered on the internet.

Hmmm....since I've got the floor and the kids are rambling on above, let me add a few thoughts to everything that's been said. The internet is a wondrous place, is it not?

1)Bob Dylan. What Bob would or wouldn't have do is irrelevant, Miss C. Bob Dylan isn't AR's competition. He's in the past. He's made his money...lots of it. The world has changed. You can't compare apples and oranges. AR has to compete against the bands of today...and everyone is blogging and using the internet for all kinds of purposes to rope their fans in. You've got to play the hand that's been dealt you. Forget Bob Dylan.

2)Personally, I've had enough crap signed to last me a lifetime. So a meet and greet isn't at the top of my list anymore....though one for the new albumn might be nice if we're all still speaking to each other by then. I've probably said about 6 words total to the ladies at all meet and greets combined. That'll do me. But not everyone has been to a s**tload of AR concerts like I have. For them, the AR concert where only a couple of band members decide to do a meet and greet may be their first (and maybe only) AR experience. They don't know that Cass or Jenn show up 90% of the time. What do they care? They only know that some band members couldn't be bothered to show up the one time that THEY attended an AR concert. Ponder that. And I'll give the Hendo's major league kudos. Those girls would crawl over broken glass to meet the fans and addict them to AR's music. Ask yourself WWKD, ladies. That's "what would Kristen do." And then DO it! You too, Cassidy. To beat a dead horse...who the hell has a 10% error rate in the business world...and is successful. You've got to give 110% to be competitive. I doubt that 90% is good enough. You're coming up 20% short, my dear.

3)No musician has to lift a finger to interact with their fans. That's a fact. Of course, nobody has to buy their CD's and show up at their concerts either. You see where this is heading? IMHO, AR's greatest asset -- the thing that sets them apart from other bands -- is their accessibility to the fans and their likeability. That's AR's secret weapon. That's what will get them over the hump. Folks just LOVE to meet "the girls." Once they do, they're hooked for life. Isn't that worth getting up off the couch for and coming out to greet the fans? Yeah, I know that y'all are tired after a concert and some folks aren't exactly "people persons." I'm not exactly a "people person" myself. But then I'm not making my living in a business that's people oriented. AR is. Them's the breaks of the game. The way I see it, when you girls are rich and famous and selling out halls in 3 minutes like the Rolling Stones...then you don't have to bother with meet and greets. Hey, it's your choice. I'm just sharing my opinion.

4)Free speech. The crux of my complaint. I think it was after I'd had posts rejected THREE times, that I finally got pissed. The first was when I made a short post on Cassidy's myspace page about this gay dude on youtube who was covering Longshot. It got rejected. Is AR so insecure at this point in their career that they can't show a little love to some gay brother singing his little heart out on Longshot? I guess so. I see that Ms. Brooks has finally placed the video up on her page. Woo ding. After Mr. Longshot got rejected, my post in response to Carpe Diem got rejected too. Check it out. Only NOW does it show up after the s**t hit the fan. I also asked what was going on and got NO RESPONSE at all from the Cass or anyone else. That post has only NOW shown up too. WTF? Since at that time I was still on myspace and AR knew damn right well who was writing, you could have easily dropped me a line if there was a complaint. But radio silence was maintained...as always. So then I was severely irked and wrote the Mother Theresa post above (that just got posted...finally). As I've said before, ladies, I've never claimed that I was Mother Theresa. Yeah, I know it's Cassidy's blog and myspace and all that. So what? Refer to my point #2 above. If there is in fact a moderator, s/he's not doing a very good job. Quit being a control freak. Perhaps the Cass should turn off Larry King or The View or Kid Nation and moderate her own posts. It's not like there are hundreds of them. Get to know your fans. Most of us aren't axe murderers.

5)To the other posters, conflict is a part of life. It's part of human nature. It happens. It's not the end of the world. Try not to be such butt kissers. It's embarassing for us older folks to watch. Kudos to Ms. O'Keefe for stating her piece. Admittedly, she did it more politely than me. Live and learn. I took notes. Now if you've got some genius idea of writing to me...DON'T. Kids, I'm 51 years old and have socks older than most of you. You don't want to interfere.

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I'm done talking now and have probably covered all that I need to say. I'm not mad anymore and hopefully you aren't either, Cassidy. We're all big girls. S**t happens. Let's just let it go and move on. I need to go get some Chinese food before I keel over from hunger.

Finally, let me say that I first saw the ladies perform at Empire State Plaza in Albany back in 2001 or 2002. I forget. It only took 30 seconds to know that they were something special. I was knocked on my a**. I was hooked. And the Cass tore the roof off the place. Well...it was outdoors so there wasn't really a roof...but you get the idea. I don't think that I've ever seen an opening act at our outdoor concerts at Empire State Plaza get a standing ovation. But AR did. It was an electric night, I kid you not. Here's wishing AR the best with their new CD. I'm sure it will be superb and kick AR up to "the next level" whatever that is. I'll be there making my purchase as soon as Starbucks opens on the appointed day.

Best Wishes,

Linda

p.s. While I have pretty much nuked that email account that was provided to you Cassidy, how about zapping that part of my post to deter spammers. After all, the Cass edited out her street name. Fair is fair. ;)

Re: It’s not PERSONAL! It’s rock and roll…

Linda — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 20:31:00 -0000

Umm...Edi...you were banned from the AR forum were you not. Several times over. Perhaps you should stay speechless, dude.

Re: It’s not PERSONAL! It’s rock and roll…

Linda — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 20:43:00 -0000

Edi -- Weren't you also banned from several of the ladies myspace pages also? I believe so. I think that Dena was the only one left allowing you to post until Cassidy came on board. I also seem to recall crazy threats to call the police on the girls...from your home in Canada no less. Perhaps you should sit down and be quiet.

BTW, it's nice to see that this blog is finally getting some hits!

Re: It’s not PERSONAL! It’s rock and roll…

Linda — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 20:51:00 -0000

BTW, I appreciate the opportunity to finally say my piece. Feel free to ban me from this blog and AR concerts and whatever. Go for it. The world won't stop turning. I'll leave the endless a** kissing to the other lemmings...I mean posters. Hey, as John Lennon sang, whatever gets you through the night...."

Ciao.

Re: Nyttigt, men krångligt

Linda — Fri, 31 Aug 2007 17:31:05 -0000

Nytt
Rätt
Färdigrätt
... precis runt hörnet.
(att det är gott och nyttigt bör synas av bilden + axa-logo etc)

Re: Nyttigt, men krångligt

Linda — Fri, 31 Aug 2007 18:31:05 -0000

NyttRättFärdigrätt... precis runt hörnet.(att det är gott och nyttigt bör synas av bilden + axa-logo etc)

Re: Grattis Gustav – du vann boken!

Linda — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 17:05:33 -0000

Lix-mätaren var ju underbar! Tack för tipset och en tackhälsning till vinnaren, vars smidiga webblösning numer ligger fint i mappen "referenslänkar och klassiker" i mina favoriter.

Re: Grattis Gustav – du vann boken!

Linda — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 18:05:33 -0000

Lix-mätaren var ju underbar! Tack för tipset och en tackhälsning till vinnaren, vars smidiga webblösning numer ligger fint i mappen "referenslänkar och klassiker" i mina favoriter.

Re: Varför rensa är bättre än att så

Linda — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 16:07:57 -0000

Tack så mycket för tanken ... =) Jag tar den med mig.

Re: Varför rensa är bättre än att så

Linda — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 17:07:57 -0000

Tack så mycket för tanken ... =) Jag tar den med mig.