Friends | Posted by Jannie on 15 December 2008 @ 6:47 PM
[Edit: The shorts pix were actually taken a couple months ago, Kelly and her dad at Lowe's store getting treehouse stuff. Yesterday was in the mid 70s but today is is too freaking cold at 31 degrees for anything but warm clothes! Oh, that's 31 Farenheit, friends! Not that lovely Centigrade.]
I’ve been delighting in a blog by a fellow big-eyed gal for a long long time now, for like… almost two months! What a great place to hang out ’cause no matter how hard the fit may be hitting the shan elsewhere, Lynn only posts good things. Three a day. Every day. Like:
– “Seeing my kitty’s happy face that I am home. Even though she was well looked after by friend Leisa, she missed having me to boss around.”
– “The scent of garlic in the air when entering the church and enjoying a delightfully garlicky meal of lasagna and garlic bread at the church dinner.”
– “This morning on the back porch a butterfly landed on my lap, startling both of us. It flew to a nearby tree to collect itself.”
Pretty wonderful, eh? Hope you will pop in and see her at her blog. Her spirit reminds me a lot of my good buddy Jae here in Austin who has recently started a Wordpress blog. (Jae, when ya gonna let me link you up? No pressure, Babe. No pressure.)
And now… Three Good Great Things from Jannie!
1. That husbandly guy in the photo above, he arrived back safe and sound from Canada a few hours ago. Yay!!!!!
2. Those Christmas parcels above? I mailed them to Canada this morning! (And they cost about $5.00 less each to send than I’d budgeted for, whee-hoo.) Was going to send only gift cards but added in a few small trinkets for that personal touch, Kelly had “finger crocheted” necklaces, royal purple color, for all family members, grandpa Duncan included. Will have to post a jpeg of him wearing that someday.
3. That Child depicted above and below, she really likes her dad and me, actually likes hanging around with us. Says she wouldn’t trade us for any other mom and dad in he world. Well, If that don’t beat all!
And, of course, in the interest of Wild Comment Conversation, I ask you, “What are three good things in your world these days?
On 15 December 2008 at 7:40 pm Caity said,
Aw, that is so cute. Is she really barefoot in a supermarket? You could never get away with that around here!
Caity’s last blog post..Sinus infection? DO NOT WANT.
On 15 December 2008 at 7:47 pm Georgie B said,
Three good things in my world today? Hmmmmm……
1) My blog. Best thing that ever happened to me.
2) My family. Best thing that ever happened to me.
3) Gainfully employed (for the time being). If the dreaded L(ayoff) word happens, I will hope that I survive it and inflict a little payback if necessary
And now for something completely different.
I notice in the pictures above, everyone is either wearing shorts or a short/skirt combo.
I’m so jealous. Here I am, stuck in CT with temps in the 40’s, and you show a picture of people in summer wear.
WAAAAAHHHHHH!!!!!
Georgie B’s last blog post..Delusional Zealotry
On 15 December 2008 at 8:20 pm Tammy said,
3 good things?
1.Jack Daniels
2. Xanax
3. muscle relaxers
These 3 things (especially when mixed together) can make a traffic accident turn into 1 of 3 good things in your life. Due to my bountiful gift of optimism I will add 3 more good things in my life.
1. a wreck in the company van which was largely due to a combo of Xanax and muscle relaxers.
2. tomorrow morning’s therapy appointment to discuss my Xanax induced traffic accident
3. a naive Geico rep. that is easily charmed and, or seduced.
On 15 December 2008 at 8:26 pm Jae said,
Jannie-boo, my sweetie-pie, you are definitely one of the good things in my life. How’d I get so lucky to find a friend like you? Oh, yeah, you were walking down the hall at St. Edward’s for Pat’s class singing, “I had a wedgie…” Eternal smooches,
Jae
On 15 December 2008 at 9:05 pm Jannie said,
Caity: It was actually Lowe’s hardward store. [Now w edit] They are more relaxed there. You can even bring in dogs in the shopping cart. But no chickens or moose.
Georgie: See my edit above. And your list is soooo sweet!!
Tammy: L.O.L. THANKS!!! (Is all that true?)
Jae: Smooches back at ya, Babe. And I can link you up
when??
On 15 December 2008 at 9:21 pm Lane Savant said,
Lemme see, the Earth is in an orbit that allows for liquid water.
That’s a good one.
The minerals and the water combine to grow malt.
That’s two
The Guinnesses
That’s a 20 ounce pint!
Lane Savant’s last blog post..One, Two, One, Two, Three Four.
On 15 December 2008 at 9:29 pm Lisa said,
1) It’s almost time for 24 hours of A Christmas Story on TBS. Best. Christmas movie. Ever.
2) My hubby returns from Chicago on Thursday and will be around for two and half weeks before he returns to his flying back and forth schedule… yay!
3) I still have a few weeks to get back to Chick-fil-a for one of their extremely yummy peppermint chocolate chip milkshakes (which I’m sure have more calories than I want to know about… thank goodness they’re only around during the holidays…)
Lisa’s last blog post..Monday randomness…
On 15 December 2008 at 9:45 pm Aimee said,
I love your “husbandly guy’s” expression in the picture. He looks impressed!
Aimee’s last blog post..Cold Day
On 15 December 2008 at 9:48 pm Lance said,
Wisconsin = 5 (Fahrenheit) — there, do you feel any warmer now Jannie? (I didn’t think so!!)
Three Great Things:
1. A furnace that works!
2. A wife who cuts my hair (our two boys and me are her only “clients”)
3. A big old sledding hill in our backyard! (IF it warms up, I’m out there trying to break a leg or two…) (something tells me if that happens, I’ll be moving this one off the “great” list…)
I love the pictures…Kelly is just too cute…I’ve got to think with that look, she gets her way at pretty much everything… (and way to be totally awesome parents – you guys rock!)
Lance’s last blog post..Sunday Thought For The Day
On 15 December 2008 at 9:59 pm Abra said,
Three good things:
I went to the gym today and had a wonderful workout!
I got to go tanning today, which in the -36 degree weather (celcius) was amazing!
My family, I absolutely love each and every one of them!
On 15 December 2008 at 10:13 pm Mia said,
Three good things…My family; my husband and I are getting away for our first overnight alone in quite some time; my furnace (it’s 1 degree right now, -8 this am).
Mia’s last blog post..Autism Twitter Day is Coming!
On 15 December 2008 at 10:44 pm Tammy said,
Jannie
Okay, I better clear something up here. I am always joking about drinking and drugs……….it is all talk sister. It is sorta an inside joke with me. However, the wreck did happen, it was a company vehicle, and i was VERY sober because i was hauling clients with me. My job requires me to transport clients at times…..don’t know if you understand all that.
Oh, and I really do have an early appointment with my therapist in the morning………….ahhh my confused life. Perhaps I should capitalize on all my woes and write a book.
On 15 December 2008 at 11:06 pm justagirl said,
she is so freaking cute.
On 15 December 2008 at 11:07 pm justagirl said,
oh and I love me some lowe’s.
justagirl’s last blog post..Fievel and Fraggle
On 15 December 2008 at 11:29 pm Talon said,
Glad that Jim made it home safe ‘n sound. Could Kelly be any cuter?
Three good things…hmmmm…
one – a toasted sesame bagel with smoked salmon cream cheese for lunch
two – a long, chatty phone call with a good friend this evening (laughter is truly good for the soul)
three – watching three squirrels playing a complicated game of chase up and down the huge pine in the garden this morning while having breakfast
Talon’s last blog post..Winds of Change…
On 16 December 2008 at 12:55 am TheWeyrd1 said,
You think 31 degrees F is COLD!?! Try sub zero. I’m so glad I’m spending Christmas in Austin with my bro’s family and not in Denver!
TheWeyrd1’s last blog post..Sunday Surf – Look What I Got in My E-mail!!!
On 16 December 2008 at 1:34 am Cricket said,
Hey Jannie,
What is in the packages? I haven’t begun to shop yet. If you have any extra just send them to me. Don’t worry aobut the postage I will pay for that.
We had weather like yours. This morning it was 65 and now it is 33. Crazy!
Love the cutie in the picture.
Cricket’s last blog post..I like…
On 16 December 2008 at 4:54 am Jeanne said,
Jannie,
3 Great Things:
This will be whatever pops into my head first since it’s 5:44 am here and I’ve been up all night with insomnia:
1) Meeting blogger friends like you, blogging in general, finding a purpose (blog-related again), using past hardships/adversity for a purpose (OK… that #1 was really 4 but you know me, Jannie, can’t be concise!
2) I still have a few quiet minutes left (in my nice warm house) before my wonderful family wakes up and my computer time comes to a close for now, I am very fortunate to have a roof over my head at all, I am not out in the cold, windy morning (wish no one else were either!)… OK, multiple answers again… So much to be thankful for, what can I say?
3) My family who I wouldn’t trade for anything in the world! (I can’t improve on that one… so I’ll just let it be)!!
Jeanne
Jeanne’s last blog post..Multiple Chemical Sensitivity: How You Can Help Patients With This Often Debilitating Condition!! (UPDATED With USA Today article)!
On 16 December 2008 at 7:13 am Lynn said,
Jannie Funster! This makes me so happy – thanks for the shout out! You are, as always, delightful and a good thing that happens to me every day. And how great to read everyone’s great things. My day is made!
On 16 December 2008 at 7:21 am sheila said,
1.) Everyone in my house is in pretty good health except for a cold that’s made it’s rounds. One. By. One. lol
2.) We’re not living in a cardboard box. yet.
3.) Blogging. Keeps me sane. lol
sheila’s last blog post..Ghost of Christmas Past?
On 16 December 2008 at 7:21 am Shay said,
1. I’m in love.
2.
3.
(do i really need a 2 and 3?)
Shay’s last blog post..Merry Christmas!
On 16 December 2008 at 7:40 am debbie said,
How cute she is on the cart! And no livestock allowed? What a silly rule.
debbie’s last blog post..The sage will now take your questions
On 16 December 2008 at 7:42 am Tess said,
I came over from “Blogging Without a Blog.” Glad I did.
1) My husband left for work I get to stay home and blog.
2) We are planning our trip to MI for the holidays. We fly free because our daughter works for South West.
3) I quit running 18 months ago and began again in September. Going to run in a 10 mile race on Sunday.
Happy Tuesday!
Tess’s last blog post..How To Choose An Adventurous Life
On 16 December 2008 at 9:32 am Glenn Buttkus said,
Kelly is just that perfect mixture of part Jannie and part Jim, and I agree that she is almost too cute, and probably gets her way more than she should because of it. Though, lest we forget, she was guilty of some lip slinging not long ago. Welcome home, Jim!
Three good things in my world……
1) My grandsons Ethan, age 2+, and Austin, age 1+, who along with our oldest daughter, Chrystal, have been staying with us for several months. When I am downstairs the giggles, thumps, cries, bangs, and kiddy bellering fill the air with joy.
2) My child bride, Miss Melva, who is ten years younger than I. We have been hitched for 16 years now, and this is her third marriage, and my second. She completes me and keeps me in line. She is less impressed and never intimidated by my fussing, and likes the twinkle in my eyes.
3) Like so many of the other commentors, blogging is now a high point of my day, morning, and night. One never knows what mischief Jannie will be up to, or what direction she will tilt the conversation off into. Finding new folks out there, out here, and making new friends, is a huge dividend for just keyboarding and clicking our way across the net.
Of course one cannot forget about sex, ice cream, naked women, bra flinging, movies, music, and sunrise and sets as well, enit?
Glenn
Glenn Buttkus’s last blog post..Pride’s Whisper
On 16 December 2008 at 10:26 am karyn said,
3 good things. I’m going to do this topic at my blog too. But here’s 3 for now.
1. My nephews surgery was a success.
2. He asked for me when it was over although I was home with his brother.
3. They gave me the day off at work to be able to be here last mintue during the holiday season and did not make me feel bad about it.
On 16 December 2008 at 10:44 am Rhett said,
Awww… you dont have to ask that wild question to qualify your post! Its great in itself! That gurl is such-a killer!
Rhett’s last blog post..Sally
On 16 December 2008 at 11:59 am Aunt LoLo said,
three good things –
1) My new baby (born on Saturday!)
2) a hubs that can stay home this week and help out
3) a slew of parents, in-laws and siblings that are on their way to help out with the toddler!!!
Aunt LoLo’s last blog post..And the winner of the Guess the Date contest is…
On 16 December 2008 at 12:25 pm nikkicrumpet said,
So glad your husband is home…so glad your daughter thinks you’re cool (umm keep that in mind when she hits 13 lol). Three good things….bloggy love, kid love, hubby love,…gotta cheat and add a 4th…puppy love.
nikkicrumpet’s last blog post..Ozzie & Crumpet say Thanks ♥
On 16 December 2008 at 12:45 pm Thomma Lyn said,
What a lovely post, Jannie — you made me smile. Those are three very good things! And thanks for the link to Lynn’s blog. It looks like a great spot to hang out.
My three good things:
1). Recently had a happy birthday with hubby and family,
2). Got a full manuscript request from a publisher on my birthday — woo hoo, what a wonderful present!
3). Wrote a new song the other day after having not composed in a while — it felt great!
Thomma Lyn’s last blog post..Genre: Shop Talk
On 16 December 2008 at 1:26 pm Jannie said,
Wow, y’all !! Some nice comments here, but I gotta go wash my hair now and see if I can wrangle up a Wii.
I’ll be back to answwer each and every one of you little sweeties. Soon….
xoxo
On 16 December 2008 at 1:46 pm Tammy said,
Jannie
you have way too much “Southern Belle” going on to be Canadian. There is a movie that Jodi Foster and Mel Gibson play in (can’t think of the title), she plays the part of a Southern lady, the big flowing dresses and carrying parasols. I can’t help but think of those movie clips when i hear you say certain things.
“I’ll be back to answer each and every one of you little sweeties.”………
On 16 December 2008 at 1:57 pm Mama Zen said,
She’s adorable!
3 Good Things:
- a delicious pot of beans on the stove
- shopping online (can I get a Hallelujah?)
- a long, hot bath on a cold winter night
Mama Zen’s last blog post..Be Fire Smart
On 16 December 2008 at 2:30 pm Vered - MomGrind said,
Those are very good “three good things.”
I’ll share one:
It’s cold here today too, and I just had a cup of hot chocolate made with real melted chocolate, milk and sugar. SO GOOD and reminds me why I love working from home.
Vered – MomGrind’s last blog post..Ageism Is The Last Acceptable Form Of Discrimination
On 16 December 2008 at 4:54 pm Glenn Buttkus said,
The title of that film was MAVERICK, which co-starred the TV Maverick from the 50’s, James Garner. Alfred Molina and James Coburn were in it too. I think Jodie was doing her imitation of Jannie instead of the other way round. A place like Texas just rubs off on you, and before long you cain’t hep yerself, and you’re fixin to do this and fixin to do that. Hope your hair came out with high lustre and terrific body.
Glenn
Glenn Buttkus’s last blog post..Snow Hug
On 16 December 2008 at 5:00 pm Glenn Buttkus said,
Wow, nice stop over on Alex Shapiro’s blog, NOTES FROM THE KELP. She loved your drop in comments, and for the posse she collects there, she posted the link to Janniefunster too. Did you have time to listen to some of her mp3’s. She is the real deal! And of course, thanks for stopping by my esoteric behemoth blog and coloring it funster.
Glenn
Glenn Buttkus’s last blog post..Snow Hug
On 16 December 2008 at 5:04 pm Glenn Buttkus said,
Sorry to be such a pest, dear lady, but I just noticed that the bra ads are missing. For the moment, ALL the ADS Are missing! Did you make a few bucks off them, or were they just cluttering up your borders? I was impressed with the way it made Funsterland look, and was considering doing it myself. Perhaps not?
Glenn
Glenn Buttkus’s last blog post..Snow Hug
On 16 December 2008 at 8:10 pm Patricia said,
Jannie,
What a lovely post and I have been thinking about 3 happy things to write about and contemplating that cutie pie and the handsome dude in Lowe’s…Congrats on NBOTW too!
#1. I just find I am so blessed with my family and what lovely people they are all growing up to be.
#2. I am so happy when I am writing and I write nearly everywhere – for awhile right on the bathroom wall by the tub – I had forgotten.
#3. And I am so happy the Jannie writes and sings songs,because she sent me one on email and it was just perfect so now I have listened to all her snippets and look forward to the CD
Patricia’s last blog post..Waiting
On 17 December 2008 at 3:41 am SnaggleTooth said,
Your admiring daughter is still young… Just wait ’til she turns 13, slams the door n screams a blood-curdling “I hate you!”
I’m sick so no good 3 things this week unless you count “I’m still alive” (throb,throb-ugh)
SnaggleTooth’s last blog post..Wishy Washy
On 17 December 2008 at 6:03 am Mama Zen said,
Come see me. I have something for you!
Mama Zen’s last blog post..What In The Name Of Cindy Lou Who?
On 17 December 2008 at 11:02 am Urban Panther said,
Chilly 31F … pssshhh with someone who seems to have knowledge of Canada, you would should be calling that positively balmy! *smile*
Three good things in my world today:
1. Couldn’t get into work today because of a snowstorm (hey, this is Canada)
2. So, stayed curled up in bed with my Urbane Lion, and
3. We are now going to drink espresso and bake Christmas cookies.
I’d say my world is pretty close to perfect today!
Urban Panther’s last blog post..Complete job meltdown – Part II
On 17 December 2008 at 11:56 am Lane Savant said,
We just watched “The World of Henry Orient”
It’s a good thing
and not what I thought it was going to be.
It’s about a couple of 14 year old girls and bad music in New York
Not about Henry at all.
On 17 December 2008 at 12:13 pm Carla said,
Cute girl. She sounds like a real sweetie. So many good things at the moment don’t think I could name them all.
Carla’s last blog post..Heart
On 17 December 2008 at 2:24 pm Jannie said,
Well, my hair was nice for a day! What is it with hair, you have to be constantly at it?!
Lisa: Why have I never actually watched that all the way through? Hubbys being around is very good! I’ve seen those shakes advertised, it it were summer I’d try it. Kind of a wimp here, eh?
Aimee: He’s a man of many moods (and talents!)
Lance: Do you have wood and oil? I bet she does an awesome job! A sliding hill, how dare you taunt me with what I do not have.
Abra: Nothing like having exercised! How often do you tan? Love is good, I love each and everyone of mine too, even the crochetedy distant uncles. (Just kidding, each one is wonderful.
Mia: When are you going away? Sounds WONDERFUL! And much deserved, I know.
Tammy: No I did not realize you are a human transporter. The acciden must’ve been very unsettling, to say the least. you okay? Never seen a shrink (yet.) Thought about it a long time ago but managed to work it out with luv.
Justagirl: Thank you! I had sooooo much to do with her cuteness. Yes, Lowe’s in our second home and has been for a long time!
Talon: You are WONDERFUL!!! (As if you never knew I felt that way already.) Were the squirrels having breakfast or you during the chasing?)
Weyrd1: You know I spent my first 26 years in eastern Canada, right? Say no more on the “cold front”!
Cricket: In the packages? I am not alowed to say due to the Top Secret Canadian / U.S. Interpol case I’ve been working on. Oh no, I’ve already said too much.
Jeanne: I don’t see how you could improve on those either!! Who could want for more, except lack of physical pain for you, that I wish.
Lynn: You are the inspiration for this post. THANK YOU!!!!!
Sheila: No cardboard box, eh? That’s a blessing. Colds — are you OCD about washing your hands? I am and I haven’t had a cold in some years.
Shay!!!!!! TELL ME MORE!!!!!!!!!!! TELL ALL!!!!!!!!!! You’ve got my e-mail address, Baby.
Debbi: Yeah I was quite put out that they stopped taking cows too. Bessie likes a day out, just like anyone.
Tess: WELCOME! You are so kind to pop in. I will for sure be over to your blog soon. (Don’t tell anyone but I mirrow your #1 sentiment. Flyin free – very good! A 10-K, eh. You go, Girl!!
Glenn: Very perceptive of my little one being 50/50 Jannie-Jim. What an angel blessing, as you know little girls are. And I loved every single last other line of your comment!! What a great life you must lead.
Karyn: You nephew called for you – wow! How sweet and wonderful. The more of you the more I see what a speial person you are.
Aunto Lo: I can’t believe you’re blogging already with a few-days-old baby in the house. That’s DEDICATION!! You take all the advantage of that family slew you can!!! And enjoy your new baby joy.
NikkiC: I did miss him a lot, was weird having to be “the grown-up” for a whole week. Yeah amazing — out of all the parents she could have, we’re still her top choice.
Thomma Lyn: You are kicking some Heart’s Chalice and mumsical buttock over on that mountain of yours, awesome!! And Happy Birthday. xo (Hope you’ll come for a book singing in Austin???)
Jannie: You kicked butt getting that Wii even if you did forget to pay the power bill. xoxo
Tammy: I did not see that movie. And yes, I can do a Southern accent better than Jodie Foster, Sandra Bullock and Dennis Quaid all combined! (I’ve actually traded my parasaol in for a massive Winchester.)
MamaZ: Thanks. Bean are good! But do you ever find it’s a bit chilly when you get out of that bath? And heare, a few Hallelujahs! Hallelujah. Hallelujah. Hallelujah.
Vered: Big fan of hot chocolate here too! I usually just heat up the old Silk soy choc milk, they think I slaved all day
Glenn: I had a big James Garner crush, if it’s the same Rockford Files one. (Hey, we only had 2 t.v.stations as kid, I was somewhat limited in my choices of crush.)
MamaZ: What!!! Something else for me??? OMG, what can it be? I’ll get over there tonight when all but the mice are in sweet slumber.
Urban Panther: Yeah, my kind fo a day!! No little kiddies around for you to entertain, I guess? Thanks for popping by here. I sure do appreciate it and will be back to see you too.
Glenn Again: I need to get back over there, haven’t visited anyone’s blogs in like, over 36 hours!!!!! Went a huntin’ for a Wii. Will for sure check out her MP3s.
Glenn Yet Again
Yeah, I don’t know what happens to thsoe ads sometimes, they just up and disappear from the Gods that are Google. Google-eyed gods? But let me write the word bra in a post, even in the smallest available font, way off to the corner and and back the likes of The Bra Club will come a-flinging from whence all bras ads come.
Particia: Ain’t it a great idea for a post?! Thank you for all. From the 12 songs on the CD I’d say 5 are great, 5 are good and the other 2 do not totally suck.
Snag: Mabye I’ll be okday when she’s 13, ’cause she aready hated me when she was 4?
Lane: Henry of the Orient, sounds like a movie Jim would not like, artsy? So I’ll probalby love it.
Carla: Me too so many, our pretty Christmas tree, this blog, my health, my family, my friends, the power being back on, a late lunch soon of bagel and chive c.cheese. And even more!
On 17 December 2008 at 3:52 pm Tammy said,
A massive Winchester huh? You have taken the Southern Belle thing to a whole new level. I don’t think that is Southern charm, more like Texas tyranny.
On 17 December 2008 at 5:05 pm Miladysa said,
Family
Dog
Bloggies
Miladysa’s last blog post..75. Encounter
On 18 December 2008 at 1:17 pm Cindy said,
Ah.. three things…..
1. The sweet little limp cuddles of my baby when she’s finally settled down to nurse and has dozed off while doing so. It’s getting rarer and rarer with her distractability these days.
2. The smell of a real Christmas tree
3. Comfy cool evenings with hot cocoa and a fire (I <3 having a fireplace)
Cindy’s last blog post..Enough already!
On 18 December 2008 at 5:26 pm Joy said,
Wow 46 comments but there ’s a lot to go through here, family and holiday – friends to meet etc. I’ve got to go through your friend list here. They love you because you’re lovable!
Joy’s last blog post..The Furrier and Me
On 18 December 2008 at 7:55 pm Jannie said,
Tammy, you’ve heard of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre? That’s got nothin’ on me. (Kidding, kidding.) Sort of.
Miladysa: Crisps, lemonade, sleep. In that order for me tonight. Two down and one to go.
Cindy: Distractibility, eh? She sounds like a very very smart girl. And of course, cute as a button from her pix yesterday. Yes, the smell of a real Christmas tree, um um good. But please, don’t mention cocoa, my tummy is so full or chips and lemondade. But there’s always tomorrow.
Joy: Ah shucks. To be called loveable by one of the best poets I know – I am living a fine fine dream here indeed.