Ann

Moving back and delaying school for a bit is something you will never regret when you're my age and reflect back on life. Please know that we will be keeping your Dad in our thoughts and prayers. Please keep us posted.

This weekend....are you nuts??? That only gives me one day to butcher this cow and cook it. Besides, I had a nice, romantic weekend planned for just the two of us, starting with......

Real Classified Ads That Didn't Quite Work....... -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Dinner Special -- Turkey $2.35; Chicken or Beef $2.25; Children $2.00. 2. For sale: an antique desk suitable for lady with thick legs and large drawers. 3. Now is your chance to have your ears pierced and get an extra pair to take home, too. 4. We do not tear your clothing with machinery. We do it carefully by hand. 5. No matter what your topcoat is made of, this miracle spray will make it really repellent. 6. Tired of cleaning yourself? Let me do it. 7. Dog for sale: eats anything and is especially fond of children. 8. Vacation Special: have your home exterminated. 9. Mt. Kilimanjaro, the breathtaking backdrop for the Serena Lodge. Swim in the lovely pool while you drink it all in. 10. Get rid of aunts: Zap does the job in 24 hours. 11. Toaster: A gift that every member of the family appreciates. Automatically burns toast. 12. Sheer stockings. Designed for fancy dress, but so serviceable that lots of women wear nothing else. 13. Stock up and save. Limit: one. 14. For Sale--Diamonds $20; microscopes $15. 15. Man, honest. Will take anything. 16. Auto Repair Service. Free pick-up and delivery. Try us once, you'll never go anywhere again. 17. Illiterate? Write today for free help. 18. Wanted. Man to take care of cow that does not smoke or drink. 19. 3-year-old teacher needed for pre-school. Experience preferred. 20. Our bikinis are exciting. They are simply the tops. 21. Sign in a cosmetician's shop window: Complete skin, nail, and hair removal service.

Don't ya love it??? Like Kasey, I'm not sure what button I would have to choose, as there are so many delightful choices. At my age, dinner out always is a good choice...lol!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Connie B. This is certainly a day that calls for celebration. Kick up your heels and have a really special day with those you love. Hope we're included in that list, 'cause we really love you!!! PS...I heard on the radio that approximately nine million people in the world share birth dates! That is really something to ponder!!!

Back into the pub, of course. Fred looked into Kasey's eyes and said.....

I think I had more opportunities available to me than any of my four parents did (I'm adopted). College was available to me with no worries about finances, as my parents had struggled and saved their entire lives to provide that for me. I don't believe I took life and my education as seriously as either of my parents did and now I wish I had been more serious.

I scored 81% Dixie. I've lived my entire life in the south and can't understand why my score wasn't even higher...lol! I guess I have some Yankee in me by marriage, as Dennis was from Queens, NY. While taking the test, I had to actually stop and think about the terms that I used all my life versus the terms Dennis taught me.

Compared to your parents' generation, do you think in general your opportunities to succeed in life are better than theirs, or worse than theirs?"

Ten Times The Normal Size The 6th grade science teacher, Mrs. Parks, asked her class, "Which human body part increases to ten times its size when stimulated?" No one answered until little Mary stood up and said, "You should not be asking sixth graders a question like that! I'm going to tell my parents, and they will go and tell the principal, who will then fire you!" Mrs. Parks ignored her and asked the question again, "Which body part increases to 10 times its size when stimulated?" Little Mary's mouth fell open. Then she said to those around her, "Boy, is she going to get in big trouble!" The teacher continued to ignore her and said to the class, "Anybody?" Finally, Billy stood up, looked around nervously, and said, "The body part that increases 10 times its size when stimulated is the pupil of the eye." Mrs. Parks said, "Very good, Billy," then turned to Mary and continued. "As for you, young lady, I have three things to say: One, you have a dirty mind. Two, you didn't read your homework And three, one day you are going to be very,very disappointed.

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Kasey & Fred..... Thought this list might help you out at the pub. Just making sure you have the right things stocked. According to bar sales across the U.S., here are the top 15 cocktails: 1) Dry martini 2) Manhattan 3) Whiskey sour 4) Bloody Mary 5) Gimlet 6) Daiquiri 7) Tom Collins Old Fashioned 9) Margarita 10) Screwdriver 11) Bacardi 12) Stinger 13) Harvey Wallbanger 14) Gin & Tonic 15) Rum & Coke

where he has some serious explaining he had to do right away. Mary Lou had lots of questions about the children and Randy's cow!!! What was Larry to do???

A crusty old man walks into the local First Baptist Church and says to the secretary, "I would like to join this damn church." The astonished woman replies, "I beg your pardon, sir. I must have misunderstood you. What did you say?" "Listen up, damn it. I said I want to join this damn church!" "I'm very sorry sir, but that kind of language is not tolerated in this church." The secretary leaves her desk and goes into the pastor's study to inform him of her situation. The pastor agrees that the secretary does not have to listen to that foul language. They both return to her office and the pastor asks the old geezer, "Sir, what seems to be the problem here?" "There is no damn problem," the man says. "I just won $200 million bucks in the damn lottery and I want to join this damn church to get rid of some of this damn money." "I see," said the pastor. "And is this witch giving you a hard time?"

A minister decided that a visual demonstration would add emphasis to his Sunday sermon. Four worms were placed into four separate jars. The first worm was put into a container of alcohol. The second worm was put into a container of cigarette smoke. The third worm was put into a container of chocolate syrup. The fourth worm was put into a container of good clean soil. At the conclusion of the sermon, the Minister reported the following results: The first worm in alcohol - Dead. The second worm in cigarette smoke - Dead Third worm in chocolate syrup - Dead Fourth worm in good clean soil - Alive. So the Minister asked the congregation - What can you learn from this demonstration? Maxine, who was sitting in the back, quickly raised her hand and said, "As long as you drink, smoke and eat chocolate, you won't have worms!" There are nice lessons to be learned in church.

Black Sheep Squadron ______was a man. Yes a big man. He fought for America to keep all American's free. What a _______ what a doer, what a dream come-a-truer was he.

Jackie...I hope all the memories I bring with my questions are very good ones that always make you smile...

(((((Missy)))) Congrats on your new baby boy. We'll be saying lots of prayers for little Xavier and his mom. Speaking of his mom, how are you feeling???? Can't wait for you to be home with that sweet little guy.

When women rule TV viewing, the remote control might look like this one. What's your favorite button...and why???

sitting at the kitchen table, one hand on his forehead and the other hand gripped tightly around the handle of a large blue mug, filled with piping hot coffee. Larry thought......

I would definitely rather cook than clean up. When I cook, I'm one of those people that somehow manages to get almost everything in the kitchen dirty. So, I hate to clean up, especially after I'm the one that's done the cooking...lol!!!

Ry, this post was such a great idea. I feel as if I've been to a family reunion after reading all the updates from our "family" members. So very good to hear from everyone.

((((((((Peggy)))))))) You have no idea how good it felt to hop on here this morning and read your post!!! I have to admit that I now have "weepy eyes" as I think of all the dear friends from this board and all of the heartbreaking (and heartwarming) experiences we have shared. I had to smile as I read Becky Snowflake's post and her reference to Frank Lamb...how true!!! He would have been jumping right onboard, in total defense of the male gender!!! I can't believe that Don's been gone for two years, just as I can't believe December 15th will mark five years without my precious Dennis. You have been through some definite ups and downs during these two years and have always done a great job of bouncing back. I'm so proud of you! Although your heart attack wasn't great news, it is good that you know know you have a problem and have it under control. Sometimes, it's much better to know about a situation and get it fixed. So sorry to hear that your son isn't doing well. I will definitely remember both of you in my prayers. YEAH!!! I think the move is a very good thing for you! I so often think I should have sold "our" home and relocated. Please keep in touch with us as you can. You know how loved you are on this board!!!

When it comes to kitchen duty, would you rather cook or clean up?

I'm so happy that you got this special "hug" from Bill. As time passes, you will recieve many more gifts, some of which were right there all the time and some that are new. Just remember that Bill is right there, looking out for you and as always, loving you.