Red Cat Jenny

I was invited to a TEA party but had to work that day. I think this is the right tack. Simply disagreeing to coworkers and such does nothing. Voting...well I have my opinion on the fairness of election methods etc.

I believe people must stand up in numbers and demand to be heard (In a sane manner of course) you sometimes must make enough noise that you simply cannot be ignored. People are too complacent in some ways and too stretched for time in others. But when things get the way they have in this country...it's time to take the bull by the horns. Not just heave a sigh and tighten the old belt ...again.

While the Gov't hands money to banks and car makers with no accountability attached, ignores the borders and doesn't have any game plan excpet Government by crisis. This country's MO for way too long.

Consider the First and then the second trade center attacks..the USS Cole, New Orleans, the fact that all but 1 oil platform was wiped out by Katrina..the fact that in the event of an Anthrax attack that only a few cases can truly be contained..yeah, they don't tell you those things do they?

Don't ge me started on going hat in hand begging money from other countries....etc

Im a Patriot in all ways..but I feel I've lost my country to dogs..

Time to stand up and be counted. I'm in.

Ahem......Miss Ashcombe produces a hot dish of Partridge. "Where would you like your shots sir?"

Will keep asking St. Jude to keep him in his prayers. Glad to hear some good news Syren. Godspeed for you and your family :)

Awesome and timely thanks for bumping it up Pete..

Dang...now I'm gonna be up reading

But a memorable one...

Perhas he was mad because there was no bacon left?

I had bacon and fresh spinah on whole wheat toast....it was a pc baconfest here

But it was still bacon

Cat just stood a moment shoulder t' shoulder with Nate...after a time she drew in her breath slowly as she narrowed her eyes..wall this be an interestin scene Nate..."I b'lieve we'd best keep only ourselves armed fer a time. Wot ye think about our next step..an wot say ye as darkness approaches?" She looked over th' "crew" agin..."Has we enough in store t' ply them into cooperatin?"

It's a bit chilly this morning, time for a nice warm breakfast before Piratin

Bread and Jam

Tea

Cocoa

and owing to the season...

These are all great. Thanks Jessi. As we head into the shorter days of Fall and Winter it's nice to have some good stuff to read :)

I'll add my 2 pea. Because I'm a quote addict.

“Sure I am of this, that you have only to endure to conquer.”~Churchill

heh- similar....odd how fashion repeats...plus boob coverage

MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM!!!!

LOL, are you sure we weren't twins separated at birth? Yeah, I read the book years ago, and then bought the series. I've watched it hundreds of times, and still laugh. So, yes, I do try to take it all in stride, and yes, wine does help! Fortunately it's finished now, and life has gone back to as close to normal as it gets at our place.

LOL I have a feeling we are! Ive watched it at least once a year. Well let's hope "normal" isn't too normal for you there (in a good way) otherwise I'll have to send "Renard" and his fox

One would thing the Gov't of CA in good measure should kick in the first check towards the money they need to raise. Oh wait..Ca is broke. Poor kids

Dood.....I've been skinny...but thats GROSS...

She looks like if she opened the shirt there'd only be bleached bones. Eat some cake chica~!

I've been to El Morro...the famous fort in Old San Juan. It's beautiful..as long as you are looking towards it time has changed nothing. As you walk back from it..right across the way is a hooters. Sad.

well put,

what scared me is the idea of an underpaid russkie with no sure future given the economy and govt there now, and maybe a little too much Vodka (is there such a thing?) being the button man simply because he's on shift. No offens to Russians btw..

Lots of things in the world scare me. Chernobyl scared me. That mess of plastic in the middle of the Pacific, ice storms, and the trade defecit to name a few.

But hey...gotta live.

As for me,

I love Colonial, grew up with wonderfully constructed cherry and maple furniture that is still in great shape today. My Mom showed me where each pc is signed by the craftsman. Despite 2 parents, 3 kids, 3 dogs and 11 moves it's still going strong.

I also like French Country and art deco. I crave a deco dressing table, A French Country kitchen with natural stone and a few delft tiles mixed in behind the stove and beautiful wide plank hardwood floors in a Colonial living and dining room. and a Four poster bed sigh...

I love look of pale yellow walls and wide white moulding, a french blue sofa and colonial wing chairs and cherry coffee table with queen anne style legs by the hearth. With a few Federal style painted accent pcs.

In the Revolution series, Washington has the most awesome red and yellow brocade drapes with small tassels...sigh I could go on and on.

Ransom,

Have you ever watched "A Year in Provence" It is one of my favorite movies (actually a set of 4 discs) which goes thru the seasons of one year as a couple from England's business world retire and buy an old (and gorgeous) farmhouse in disrepair in the equally gorgeous French countryside. Aside from all the laughs you get, you should really appreciate what they go thru trying to adjust to a new country, people, language..and living in a work in progress. It's a charmer and knowing you, if you haven't seen it, you'll love it. I've read the book as well. But the movie is so well cast.

Cheers to adventure! It's all in how yu take it...with a glass or two of wine helps

Jib,

In all seriousness what you are lacking in, aside from cashflow like most of us, is information to help you make your decision. Boss 1 sounds like a rat bastard. Though many people hope for o/t, I have a job that as well requires what they politely call "mandatory hold over" yeah...

I think a frank discussion with boss # 2, might be a good idea. Make an apppt to speak to boss #2, don't just do it in passing. This will show you are serious and need to be taken as such. Explain that despite the situation at job 1 you have taken pains to remain available for job 2 and see if there is any possibility to get more time there. Tell him youd break commitment #1 for it. He will respeect you both for taking time out to discuss this and for the honesty and the offer to choose job 2 over job 1. Whether he can or can't help you, will at least help you make a decision.

If he can't, then more time at job 1 may need to replace job 2. It seems the rat bastard needs you...and walking off would leave his pockets in a lurch. If they have to force people into o/t, they need you. Never underestimate your worth as a worker being power to bargain. Explain your need to leave job 2 and your understanding there is a heavy need for o/t. See if higher pay dif is possible in exchange for an agreement to work x amount of o/t each month. Or if a guarantee of enough o/t is possible to cover you leaving job 2.

If whatever isn't ageed upon is not honored, then you know you stand to always be F*&^'d by your employer and start looking for another job. Just don't leave till you have one.

Ive worked 2 jobs 7 days a week in the past, I know how hard that is. Here's hoping the best for you Jib.

I have said prayers for your family member and all whose life they touch. God give strength and help to those in need of it most.

wow Syren they are nice!

Once I have a keen blade at my hip and the Jolly Roger is flapping high above me, I believe I will find my true calling

Man,thats classic.I like that

I think it's way cool.

Have a Historical Birthday andalong history of many more!

A Happy Birthday Mr.Okeeffe! Here are some pirtae cupcakes to share with yer lovely bride