life safari 08-30-08

Well, once again a co-worker has up and quit her job with no notice. This means there will be days/evenings of working both shifts for me -yet again.

I am already at my ropes end with what is going on over there - MS and all their unannounced meetings several times, some weeks. At times I'm still in that booth at 9:30 pm waiting on two people to finish visiting after their meeting is over ! (Get a table at Denny's !)

This, however, gives me an opportunity to get off the night shift. If, and it's a big if, the process is handled right by my higher-up. I am at the point where, if I have to quit to get off of the night shift, then that may be my only way out. I will, however give a notice.

I am stepping out of my routine this morning and not mowing the yard. Going running around with Frank and looking forward to the change. Sometimes being consistent and taking care of responsibilities leads to a rut. I am in one about now.

I am Grateful and Thankful...

to be alive and well this morning
that Precious is alive and well too. We're all here together one more day
that I look forward to doing something out of my routine today
that I watched the movie Gentleman's Agreement last night. Had not seen it in some years
that I will watch Exodus tonight
for Monday off - praise God for one more day away from Briar Park
for an interesting pick in Vice President for McCain. I don't think his choice of a woman will help him now, however
I can only imagine what Hillary is thinking
My prayers are with all those folks who are in the path of Gustov. We may be getting our first hurricane in some years
May God Bless everyone and keep us all safe
thank YOU

life safari 8-29-08

Wow, did you ever feel like this ? A well-meaning friend tries to show his/her love to you but knocks the breath out of you in the process?

Here we are, another big storm bearing down on the coast. The anniversary of Katrina and the horrifying devastation in New Orleans and else-where. Who suspected 3 years ago? A woman in my building got 10 feet of water in her house. She of course moved here afterward. I find myself wondering if she relives the horror of Katrina every time there is a storm in the gulf. I imagine she does.

I am miffed about the way in which America views itself in relation to the rest of the world. The situation over Georgia and Russia has caused me to question so much. I was very encouraged to see an editorial in Sunday's (Aug. 24) that stated my case. Thank goodness I am not the only one who sees the things that we are doing as, well, strange and somewhat lopsided and twisted. I could put it in stronger terms but, I will refrain.

Let's just sufice to say that, in the above photo, The puppy may represent America and the cat, the rest of the world. We mean well...(?)

I am Grateful and Thankful that...

I believe I have made up my mind about who I want to see lead this nation
I pray for a kinder, gentler attitude for myself today
God's Grace doesn't cease when I am not in the best of moods and temperment
that I am very bored with my job right now. I need a real vacation
I look forward to a good breakfast, shopping spree at the Farmer's Market and socializing with my friend Frank tomorrow
that Precious and I are alive and well and together
that today is Friday and Monday I'm off
Oh Happy Day !!
Thank YOU