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I'm sure that all of us have a ton of "little things" that really get on our nerves. Here's mine...add yours. People that take up the entire aisle at the supermarket by parking their carts in the middle. People that sit at a green light and wait for it to turn red, rather than ever going. All these car dealership commercials that all seem to come at the same time on television. Solicitors...need I say more????

How about "I Believe" by Diamond Rio. If you're not familar with that one, you have to listen to it. That one really makes me cry.

It seems that the country group, Diamond Rio, has recorded some of the songs that mean the most to me in my journey to live without Dennis. I wanted to share the lyrics to a new song by this group, in hopes you might be able to also comfort from these words. Artist/Band: Diamond Rio Lyrics for Song: God Only Cries Lyrics for Album: New Songs On an icy road one night A young man loses his life They marked the shoulder with a cross An' his family gathers round On a piece of Hallowed ground Their hearts are heavy with their loss As the tears fall from their eyes There's one who'll always sympathise. God only cries for the living 'Cause it's the living that are left to carry on An' all the angels up in Heaven They're not grieving because they're gone There's a smile on their faces 'Cause they're in a better place than, mmm, baby, than, oh God only cries for the living 'Cause it's the living that are so far from home. It still makes me sad When I think of my Grand-dad I miss him each and every day But I know the time will come When my own gradnson Wonders why I went away Maybe we're not meant to understand Till we meet up in the Promised Land. God only cries for the living 'Cause it's the living that are left to carry on And all the angels up in Heaven They're not grieving because they're gone There's a smile on their faces 'Cause they're in a better place than, oh, baby, than oh God only cries for the living 'Cause it's the living that are so far from home Yeah, we're so far from home, Mmmm, Mmmm

Saying lots of prayers for our friend, Jackie. She is such a good friend to so many of us here on the board. You know, her advice is always so good. I don't believe I can ever recall a time when she hasn't known just what to say to help someone or make them feel better. Cindi...thanks for being such a good friend and posting this prayer request.

Thank you so much for your nice words. The GTKY posts are something I really enjoy doing. I believe it brings us closer together, as we learn more about each other. I also think it creates a well needed diversion when we need something other than illness to think about. I'm so glad you enjoy them!!!

A southern Baptist minister was completing a temperance sermon. With great emphasis he said, "If I had all the beer in the world, I'd take it and pour it into the river." With even greater emphasis he said, "And if I had all the wine in the world, I'd take it and pour it into the river." And then finally, shaking his fist in the air, he said, "And if I had all the whiskey in the world, I'd take it and pour it into the river." Sermon complete, he sat down. The song leader stood very cautiously and announced with a smile, nearly laughing, "For our closing song, let us sing Hymn #365, "Shall We Gather at the River."

A BOX OF CHOCOLATES Sally was driving home from one of her business trips in Northern Arizona when she saw an elderly Navajo woman walking on the side of the road. As the trip was a long and quiet one, she stopped the car and asked the Navajo woman if she would like a ride. With a silent nod of thanks, the woman got into the car. Resuming the journey, Sally tried in vain to make a bit of small talk with the Navajo woman. The old woman just sat silently, looking intently at everything she saw, studying every little detail, until she noticed a white bag on the seat next to Sally. "What in bag?" asked the old woman. Sally looked down at the white bag and said, "It's a box of chocolates. I got it for my husband". The Navajo woman was silent for another moment or two. Then, speaking with the quiet wisdom of an elder, she said: "Good trade." (You husbands can turn this around to getting chocolates for your wife - but it won't be as funny.) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

So great to hear from you Shelly. Wow...the Keys...good for you! I absolutely love the Keys. You're a very lucky gal! Just a few hours will seperate us from being neighbors!!!

Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time?

YEAH FRANK!!! Thanks for always making us laugh, even at the worst of times. Also, thanks for being here to cheer us on when things are rough and times are bad. I always enjoy each and every one of your posts and look forward to many more! So...have a beer and chocolate donut on me today!!!

YEAH DON!!! Thank you so very much for all you do for all of us. As Larry said, you are a pillar of strength and wisdom to all of us on this board. I always look forward to reading your posts and it seems I always take something valuable with me from each and every one. Keep those posts coming!!!

So very sorry for your loss.

So glad to hear that things are better for your Dad. I will continue to remember both of you in my prayers.

Cathy, I know what a rough day this must be for you, as I know how much you miss your father. Try and use this special day as a time to think of all the happy times you and your dad shared. I'm sure all those memories will bring a smile to your face and I know your dad loves your smile!

A Florida couple, Moe and Flo, both well into their 80s, go to a sex therapist's office.............. The doctor asks, "What can I do for you?" Moe says, "Will you watch us have sexual intercourse?" The doctor raises both eyebrows, but he is so amazed that such an elderly couple is asking for sexual advice that he agrees. When the couple finishes, the doctor says, "There's absolutely nothing wrong with the way you have intercourse." He thanks them for coming, he wishes them good luck, he charges them $50 and says goodbye. The next week, however, the couple returns and asks the sex therapist to watch again. The sex therapist is a bit puzzled, but agrees. This happens several weeks in a row. The couple makes an appointment, has intercourse with no problems, pays the doctor, then leave. Finally, after 5 or 6 weeks of this routine, the doctor says, "I'm sorry, but I have to ask. Just what are you trying to findout?" Moe says, "We're not trying to find out anything. She's married and we can't go to her house. I'm married and we can't go to my house. The Holiday Inn charges $98. The Hilton charges $139. We do it here for $50, and I get $43 back from Medicare.

Blonde Cookbook! MONDAY: It's fun to cook for Tom. Today I made angel food cake. The recipe said beat 12 eggs separately. The neighbors were nice enough to loan me some extra bowls. TUESDAY: Tom wanted fruit salad for supper. The recipe said serve without dressing. So I didn't dress. What a surprise when Tom brought a friend home for supper. WEDNESDAY: A good day for rice. The recipe said wash thoroughly before steaming the rice. It seemed kind of silly but I took a bath anyway. I can't say it improved the rice any. THURSDAY: Today Tom asked for salad again. I tried a new recipe. It said prepare ingredients ; lay on a bed of lettuce one hour before serving. Tom asked me why I was rolling around in the garden. FRIDAY: I found an easy recipe for cookies. It said put the ingredients in a bowl and beat it. There must have been something wrong with this recipe. When I got back, everything was the same as when I left. SATURDAY: Tom did the shopping today and brought home a chicken. He asked me to dress it for Sunday (oh boy).For some reason Tom keeps counting to ten. SUNDAY: Tom's folks came to dinner. I wanted to serve roast but all I had was hamburger. Suddenly I had a flash of genius. I put the hamburger in the oven and set the controls for roast. It still came out hamburger, much to my disappointment. GOOD NIGHT DEAR DIARY. This has been a very exciting week. I am eager for tomorrow to come so I can try out a new recipe on Tom. If I can talk Tom into buying a bigger oven, I would.

You have to check this video out! It's amazing. Such talent and rythmn. Make sure the volume is up. http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid ... 4656145640

I like my pizza with not too much sauce but loaded with black olives, mushrooms, lots of cheese and either bacon or pepperoni. Occasionally, I will add onions. I love my crust thin and lightly crispy.

What are your favorite pizza toppings? Thick or thin crust?

I'm definitely more compassionate than rational. I always seem to think with my heart. Looking back on decisions I have made, using this method of thinking, I can say it's not always the best way to go!

Carleen, you and Keith are always in my thoughts and prayers!

Saying lots of prayers for Randy and his Dad.

Do you consider yourself to be more rational or more compassionate???

Missing someone we love on special occasions can be really tough. I know how much you must have missed brad on this special day for you and your son. I just found out that I'm going to be a first time grandmother and my youngest son is getting married in November. I'm thrilled about both of these big events for our family but at the same time, am so very sad that Dennis won't be here with us to share the happiness. We just have to remember that our loved ones are with us, even if from a distance. Hugs to you......