Musings

Uncle Earl I love you always.....

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 16:48:28 GMT

Robert Earl "Bob" Steele Robert Earl Steele of Liberty Hill, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on February 27, 2007 after a short battle with cancer. Bob was born on Jan, 17, 1954 in Philadelphia. He spoke enthusiastically about his childhood years, moving around the US as the son of a Naval Chief Petty Officer. He graduated in 1972 from Forest High School in Jacksonville, FL and resided in the area until 1988. He then moved to Round Rock, TX with his business, Steelbilt. He later became a part of H Deck Construction where he worked with his dearest friend Herb Deck. Bob was an avid fisherman and outdoorsman. He excelled in mechanical skills and was proud of his classic vehicles. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Blair Steele. He is survived by his loving companion Pamela Ann Henry, his children Robert E. Steele Jr. and Laura Thompson, son in law Foy Thompson, granddaughter Lily, and mother Dorothy M. Steele of Old Town, FL, twin sister, Penny Mosley and husband Don of Orange Park, FL, brothers C.B. Steele of Round Rock, TX and Larry Thomas Steele and wife Fran of Jacksonville, FL, mother of his children Cathy Parlin of Jacksonville, FL, nieces Christy, Deidra, Blair, Cindy, and nephew Justin, and many other loving family members and friends. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Thursday, March 1, 2007 at the Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Funeral Home in Pflugerville. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m., Friday, at the Funeral Home Chapel with graveside services following at 2:30 p.m. at the Palm Valley Lutheran Cemetery in Round Rock.
Published in the Austin American-Statesman on 3/1/2007.

Swiped from squarewave....despite my lack of belief in brimstone...

Thu, 19 Oct 2006 15:14:31 GMT

Give me one reason why I'm going to Hell. (Or a couple of them. Or something.)

Then, (if you want to, and only if it's not too much trouble) post this in your LJ so that everyone can tell you why you're destined for eternal damnation (you know, fire and brimstone, demons gnawing at your innards for eternity...).

Mon, 16 Oct 2006 16:19:27 GMT

Are people really that insecure? I had a friend on my mind lately, so I rang just to say "Hi, are you alive? Cool. Just wanted to know" What I got back was a frantic phone call back, how did you get my number? "Um, from you" well, um you know, I am married, "Yes, so am I, and I sent you a gift" Just um, my wife she is really jealous, and I will be in trouble if she finds out you called. You being such a big part of my past and all.

OK, so we dated, 5 gazillion years ago, in an alternate reality, in a galaxy far far away. But we have always remained friends. But because of some immature woman who has a bucketful of insecurities, I cannot even call to see if my friend is alive? If you are that insecure about your partner, or yourself, do us all a favor seek help. If you can't be secure in your relationship for whatever reason maybe, just maybe you shouldn't be in it. And if you are so weakminded that you let someone tell you that you can or cannot call a friend, or accept a call from them, then please don't call me a friend - ever. I do not have time to expend energy on anyone so beaten down that they cannot, or will not think for themselves.

That is not to say that I don't understand jealousy or insecurity, however that problem is generally a personal issue, not to be pushed upon others, especially your partner. You married them, as they are and hopefully for who they are, not to manipulate them to your whims and insecurities. I just found out that a strong man is weak, forever tarnishing any memories or thoughts I will ever have of my one time friend.

Singingwolf

Tue, 08 Aug 2006 19:48:11 GMT

Tonights dinner will be Veal steak, my favorite potato side, along with a side of vegies and probably biscuits. Sorry there wasn't more advanced warning.....

singingwolf

Tue, 11 Jul 2006 14:00:28 GMT

it is taco mess for dinner, just wanted to give you advance notice. And I finished my smocking last night ;)

Fri, 23 Jun 2006 14:39:11 GMT

singingwolf, I need a favor this evening, nothing too big. Can you call or email me?

Fri, 26 May 2006 01:15:10 GMT

http://www.materialpleasure.com/cgi-bin/Store/store.cgi?cart_id=9764760.8200.s0&product=kits_main&productid=eureka&sales=0&lastmenu=

And people wonder why I am a cynic....

Thu, 25 May 2006 12:29:39 GMT

http://www.cnn.com/2006/WORLD/asiapcf/05/23/everest.deaths.hillary.ap/index.html

No amount of glory or accomplishment is worth a human life wasted.

Sun, 21 May 2006 15:10:11 GMT

"Why it's so practical! Diamonds go with everything!"

Anne Miller playing Lisa Bellmount in "Small Town Girl" 1953

She had to have boys.....

Wed, 15 Mar 2006 15:40:40 GMT

So, I say "Neil do not jump off the bed, lets get these toys cleaned up so we can play outside." I turn and walk out the door and hear a very loud "Bang" then, of course screaming. That would be because he jumped off the bed and hit his chin. Busted it open the same place I did when I was 3. Thankfully it wasn't as bad. I clean it up and put a small bandage on it, then I start to wonder if Grace is going to think he needs stitches. Mind you, I don't think he does, I just scratched mine out 3 times anyways, and his is smaller, but you never know. So I call Mom who comes over with the liquid bandage and butterfly closures. She agrees that I shouldn't take him ( they are only going to put the liquid bandage on it anymore). Meanwhile we are fixing him up and Nicky comes out and hands me a handful of beads. I know what they are but I let him tell me: "Um, Aunt Christy, so when I wasn't near it, and um wasn't messing with it, um, um these things fell off into my hand" Those things were an entire section of hand beaded fringe that I put on a scarf. That would have taken an immense amount of pulling to get off. not to mention the time it took me to do it, or the fact that he never should have been near it.....She just had to have boys!

We aren't even going to discuss her finding all of this incredibly funny, after the initial So your kid went and busted up his chin conversation. Is it nap time yet?

stolen from izzy23

Fri, 03 Mar 2006 21:45:07 GMT

You Passed 8th Grade Science

Congratulations, you got 8/8 correct!

Could You Pass 8th Grade Science?

Singingwolf here is what day one will look like....

Mon, 27 Feb 2006 17:03:49 GMT

Breakfast Day 1

Oatmeal
Grapefruit
Bread with butter and jam
Coffee

Lunch Day 1

Tomato & Cheese Sandwich
Vegetable soup
Milk
Apple

Dinner Day 1

Roast, potato, carrots
Bicuits
Milk
Fruit or Dessert?

swiped from singingwolf, which she swiped from critus

Tue, 21 Feb 2006 14:47:12 GMT

the Perfectionist
Test finished!

you chose CZ - your Enneagram type is ONE.

"I do everything the right way"

Perfectionists are realistic, conscientious, and principled. They strive to live up to their high ideals.

How to Get Along with Me

Take your share of the responsibility so I don't end up with all the work.
Acknowledge my achievements.
I'm hard on myself. Reassure me that I'm fine the way I am.
Tell me that you value my advice.
Be fair and considerate, as I am.
Apologize if you have been unthoughtful. It will help me to forgive.
Gently encourage me to lighten up and to laugh at myself when I get uptight, but hear my worries first.

What I Like About Being a One

being self-disciplined and able to accomplish a great deal
working hard to make the world a better place
having high standards and ethics; not compromising myself
being reasonable, responsible, and dedicated in everything I do
being able to put facts together, coming to good understandings, and figuring out wise solutions
being the best I can be and bringing out the best in other people

What's Hard About Being a One

being disappointed with myself or others when my expectations are not met
feeling burdened by too much responsibility
thinking that what I do is never good enough
not being appreciated for what I do for people
being upset because others aren't trying as hard as I am
obsessing about what I did or what I should do
being tense, anxious, and taking things too seriously

Ones as Children Often

criticize themselves in anticipation of criticism from others
refrain from doing things that they think might not come out perfect
focus on living up to the expectations of their parents and teachers
are very responsible; may assume the role of parent
hold back negative emotions ("good children aren't angry")

Ones as Parents

teach their children responsibility and strong moral values
are consistent and fair
discipline firmly

Renee Baron & Elizabeth Wagele

The Enneagram Made Easy
Discover the 9 Types of People
HarperSanFrancisco, 1994, 161 pages

You are not completely happy with the result?!
You chose CZ

Would you rather have chosen:

AZ (THREE)

BZ (FIVE)

CX (TWO)

CY (SIX)

My test tracked 2 variables How you compared to other people your age and gender:

You scored higher than 0% on ABC

You scored higher than 0% on XYZ

Link: The Quick and Painless ENNEAGRAM Test written by felk on Ok Cupid, home of the 32-Type Dating Test

A reminder it is ok to be me....all over the map ;)

Thu, 02 Feb 2006 16:39:47 GMT

A human being should be able to change a diaper, plan an invasion, butcher a hog, conn a ship, design a building, write a sonnet, balance accounts, build a wall, set a bone, comfort the dying, take orders, give orders, cooperate, act alone, solve equations, analyze a new problem, pitch manure, program a computer, cook a tasty meal, fight efficiently, die gallantly. Specialization is for insects.

-Robert A. Heinlein

I love the 40's and 50's, but welll.....Laugh of the day:

Sun, 29 Jan 2006 16:42:46 GMT

http://www.knowitallgirl.com/housewife.html

On the death penalty....

Tue, 03 Jan 2006 21:01:59 GMT

I have heard arguements for and against, and this is all I have to say:

Anyone who thinks that another's life is worth taking over the money in their pocket, the money in the safe, or the job lost forfeits their own.

We all love you Greg, your life was worth so much more!

Tue, 29 Nov 2005 14:30:05 GMT

Thanks Becka
Swiped from a few:

Please leave a one-word comment that you think best describes me.

It can only be one word.

No more.

Then copy & paste this in your journal so that other people may leave a word about you

Everybody sing!

Tue, 08 Nov 2005 13:02:11 GMT

A big HAPPY BIRTHDAY song to exxphyle!

And a toast! (altered slightly)

Here’s to a long life and a merry one.
A quick death and an easy one.
A handsome boy and an honest one.
A cold beer—and another one!
--Old Irish toast

singingwolf just for your enjoyment....

Tue, 18 Oct 2005 13:04:42 GMT

http://pages.prodigy.net/brian_jen/PHCrossway/crossway.html

http://www.acornhillquilts.com/batiksteps.htm

http://www.auscraftnet.com.au/projects/roundrobin.php?id=277

here it is

Tue, 18 Oct 2005 01:19:16 GMT

http://webstore.quiltropolis.net/stores_app/Browse_dept_items.asp?Store_id=430&Page_id=17&categ_id=10001&parent_ids=0,5800

singingwolf this is for you....

Tue, 13 Sep 2005 19:31:21 GMT

http://www.storyquilts.com/html/woodland.html

Thu, 01 Sep 2005 19:35:14 GMT

Our Governor is asking that we work to conserve our energy resources in an effort to bring our use down 10%. This means no unecessary trips, and less use of non essential items. A list of things we can do is on JEA's website as well as MyFlorida.

stolen from exxphyle....the supersecret ninja way...

Fri, 22 Jul 2005 18:58:48 GMT

Ask me for my "top five" of whatever you want and I will oblige.

And if/when
you post this in your LJ, understand that I MIGHT pick something highly unusual.

Exxphyle....

Wed, 06 Jul 2005 16:39:27 GMT

Please give me a ring......left message on your machine at work, fixing to try your cell...pesky little thing aren't I?

Wed, 29 Jun 2005 16:30:35 GMT

The best therapy ever at $2.00 a pound......fifty pounds later I am happy, tired and loaded up on blueberries! Twenty pounds went with Mom, the kids said picking berries was better than TV, and I am going back on Friday for more "therapy". Husband however is not amused at the cost, of course this is influenced by the fact that he doesn't like them. Still cheaper than a professional, and yummier too!