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  Be Blessed, Be Strong, Be Beautiful, Be You I am lucky to have a few special joys in my life and they are: Matilda Kate and Audrey Rose my nieces who I adore Blackstar and Azreale my cats often known as the girls Chloe and Shrekkirri my dogs known as the fluffles FIM my best friend SOP is FIM’s partner CC LS is SOP’s best friend and how FIM and SOP met SOs is the unit SOP belongs to and SOS is part of this unit as well CCs are the unit LS belongs to and the unit I named first RRs are another unit the guys mix with The Keeper of Secrets holds all the information and makes sure everyone is alright Take Care, Keep Safe, Stand Strong, Shine Bright  |
| 146. Just Cruising | ID #744147 |
| Posted: 1-13-2012 @ 7:25 pm EST | |
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 Be Blessed, Be Strong, Be Beautiful, Be You Just Cruising Saturday 14th January, 2012. I confess I did not get much writing done yesterday afternoon as the chores took longer than expected, although the early hours of this morning proved to be valuable working time. The first draft of Chapter One in the tale of Brice Cottage is complete and I have become better acquainted with the main character Amy Brice and a secondary character Jack Jeffries. The black cat with deep green eyes is still a bit of a mystery but I am sure as I delve deeper it shall reveal itself. The later hours of the morning began with a short walk with the fluffles. It is still wintery weather with grey skies and a chill which is unpleasant. Then the biggest decision of the day arrived which was what to have for breakfast. We all sat down to French Toast as a special day off morning treat. I like to try and share breakfast with the fluffles on my days off as when I am working the days are too rushed. Breakfast now over, the fluffles have curled up to relax for the day. Chloe is at my feet and Shrekkirri has decided the arm chair is the best spot today. Me, well I am at my desk and finishing my morning coffee while I decide what to do with the rest of the day. I am leaning towards spending the rest of the morning online and getting involved in some group activities. It has been a while since I spent any time doing anything with the groups I am involved in and I think I need to get back into the habit of reviewing. I am a bit rusty and it will take me some time to complete the reviews I choose to do but today I have the time to spend. In the late afternoon I shall work on my writing projects. Even if I am only involved in writing exercises to stretch my brain and find out what is rattling about in there. I also want to begin my writer’s note book and think it will be a good way to share the writing experience as well as putting some order in my scattered notes. Of course my first activity is to upload my journal entries and check my inbox. Hope your weekend is off to a creative and fun beginning. Take Care, Keep Safe, Stand Strong, Shine Bright Love and Hugs  |
| 145. A Better State of Mind | ID #744146 |
| Posted: 1-13-2012 @ 7:24 pm EST | |
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Be Blessed, Be Strong, Be Beautiful, Be You A Better State of Mind Friday 13th January, 2012. I find myself in a much better state of mind this morning and it is amazing what a bit of sleep can do. It is half past seven and I have my first coffee for the morning before I begin my day. Now this is how it all should be and I am looking forward to getting everything done as early as I can so the afternoon is all mine. My intentions are still to spend some time writing today and I have not given up on the idea. As it is Friday the 13th I think I may work on a new story with a witchy tone to it. I scribbled some notes down last year regarding a place I have called Brice Cottage and although I am still not quite sure where this tale will end up I am enjoying the adventure. I guess you could say I am in the discovery stage which is exciting, the time when it is all new and yet to be revealed. A lot of writing happens for me at this point, characters come to life and I learn more about them as they begin to interact with each other and glimpses of their pasts appear. The places where they live and work form more vividly with the sounds and smells adding to the visual picture in my head. It is the time when the planning begins to make sense and can change as the reasons behind the characters being together becomes clearer. Their motivations, desires, needs and direction become stronger as I stretch their comfort zones and see what happens. Much of the writing I do in this stage may not appear in the final story but it is fun experimenting and important to know the characters and place really well. It will be a while before I will have anything to post on Brice Cottage as the story is in its early stages but it is something else to work on and entice my muse. I also want to get back to my main novel and two other projects which are in need of attention. It means I may not be online today but tomorrow is another day where I have planned to spend some time online reviewing and looking at activities around the site. It will be the first real chance I have had to be online and settling back into my second home. I am out of practice on reviewing and it will take me some time to get back into it but it is something I enjoy. Reading other writers work helps to improve writing skills and it is always a pleasure to escape into a story, be taken somewhere new in a poem or learn something new. It is still wet and wintery here even though it is summer. The rain is still falling and grey clouds fill the sky. It has been an unusual week with snow falling on the mountains, hail and chilly weather where we are all dressed as if in the middle of winter. I guess the heat will come and normally hits hard when school holidays are officially over at the end of the month. We have had about three days of real hot summer weather but it has vanished. In some ways this is a blessing as it is bushfire season but there is always the risk of more vegetation growth adding to the fuel load when the heat does eventually come, if it does. I remember last summer the heat never came and we had all of three days of summer to remember. I guess it is time to begin my chores before the morning vanishes so I can spend the afternoon on pleasurable tasks of enjoyment. Take Care, Keep Safe, Stand Strong, Shine Bright Love and Hugs |
| 144. Sleep Deprived And Cranky... | ID #744035 |
| Posted: 1-12-2012 @ 10:48 am EST | |
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Be Blessed, Be Strong, Be Beautiful, Be You Sleep Deprived And Cranky... Thursday 12th January, 2012. I understand the concept of barking dogs as I have two fluffles of my own, but there is a limit to my tolerance especially at three until five in the morning. Yes, I am grumpy, tired and cranky this morning as I wonder when the owner will attend to their barking canine. What really annoys me is it is my day off and I shall waste it trying to catch up on sleep. Living next to an industrial estate means the noise begins before seven and therefore I shall not catch up on many winks. The plans for the day have just flown out the window and the only thing I am thankful for is that my two bundles of fluff have not joined in on the loud conversation. No, they are curled up near my desk and enjoying their snooze time. How I wish I could be so lucky? My fluffles are of the older age and do not stir often when enjoying their inside home comforts. I shall make myself some breakfast and hope once I have finished I can return to my slumber for a couple of hours at least. I can’t do anything else at this hour as it is too early to begin any chores. It is now after ten at night and although my day was a mess I did manage to get a couple of things done. Yes, I was in various stages of cranky all day long and did not get everything I wished to achieve done and will have to put the housework off until tomorrow. I am not pleased by this as I had hoped to write all day. I did manage to go online but did not get very much done, although I did revamp my Biography and changed the photo. I do not believe it; the dog has begun barking again. I think I will plug my ears with cotton wool and invest in ear plugs tomorrow. As there are still some canines outside in their yards they have also joined in. At least my two are quiet and curled up after a meal of lamb chops. No matter what happens I need to sleep tonight and I shall fetch the cotton wool directly, before falling into bed. I am so tired tonight and maybe this is a blessing. Take Care, Keep Safe, Stand Strong, Shine Bright Love and Hugs |
| 143. Just Not Tired Enough | ID #743669 |
| Posted: 1-8-2012 @ 9:31 am EST | |
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Be Blessed, Be Strong, Be Beautiful, Be You Just Not Tired Enough Monday 9th January, 2012. One in the morning and I am still awake, not tired enough to fall asleep but with not enough get up and go to do anything. I guess I had too much of a relaxed day yesterday and this is why I am having trouble falling asleep. Not that I mind being awake at this hour as it is peaceful but I do not want to spend the daylight hours in bed. I have a productive day planned and wish to make the best of it. I suppose the best option would be to do the things that I can at this hour and begin the rest of my plans when I wake up. There are a few bits I can do which do not require much energy and more towards thinking and research. Reading through the story I wrote yesterday and making some final changes before entering the contest would be a good place to start. Then I can post my latest journal entries and check what is happening around the site. That would leave the washing, some cleaning and preparation for the evening where I intend to charge my Moon Opal under the full moon. I am looking forward to making ready my Moon Opal and excited about being able to wear it for the first time on Tuesday. The uses which most interest me in regards to this gemstone are the development of creative and imaginative traits. This is what I feel will be of most benefit in the year ahead as I work on my writing and plan to finish the works which have sat upon my desk for ages. I confess that I have been writing a little and was most pleased to have a first draft of a short story finished yesterday. Eventually it will become part of one of my larger works and I was surprised to have managed it. My creative flow was rather stunted last year and it has taken a couple of weeks to get any sort of word flow at all. There are a few ideas dancing around in my head, although nothing is taking shape yet. I shall just keep pouring my thoughts out upon the page and see what happens. In truth, I am just happy to be writing again. Take Care, Keep Safe, Stand Strong, Shine Bright Love and Hugs |
| 142. Lazy Sunday | ID #743668 |
| Posted: 1-8-2012 @ 9:30 am EST | |
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Be Blessed, Be Strong, Be Beautiful, Be You Lazy Sunday Sunday 8th January, 2012. It is a lazy Sunday afternoon as the drizzle has been falling all day and the grey clouds do not entice the body or mind to spring into action. I have done the dishes but the washing can wait until tomorrow. Spending the day relaxing and enjoying a little sleep in has been wonderful. I have been writing and currently working on a new short story for a contest entry which will probably end up in my Courageous Champions book eventually. Yes, it is another Patrick and Mary Paige story, delving into the life behind the uniform and dealing with the things which pop up from time to time. It is in its first draft at the moment and I only have until noon Wednesday to enter the contest. It may change many times before then but at the moment it is just lovely to be writing creatively again. My pets are enjoying our laid back day, snoozing between times of attention and affection. It is too wet for them to be outside and as they do love their home comforts they are not bothered by it at all. I am still undecided on what to have for dinner; I have given up on lunch as we had a brunch earlier in the day. Since my hunger has not yet kicked in there is no urgency placed upon this decision, although I think it would be best to come up with something before hunger takes over. When this happens one runs the risk of turning to less healthy options of a quicker preparation than a good meal. As I am about to return to my diet on Monday, I think this is a good a time as any to ease myself back into healthier eating habits. Work is settling down again and I only have three shifts next week although I am still over my guaranteed hours. I know it may be a bit of a struggle financially until my probation period ends, hopefully I may pick up some extra permanent hours then, but until this happens I can only hope for extra shifts becoming available. It will be a tight budget but I am happy to be working again and I like my new job. I guess this always helps when you need to earn your living. The good thing about having fewer shifts is being able to write more. I need to get back into the habit of writing something every day and working on a project rather than just journal writing will be a bonus. At the moment I am still not settled on one particular project and still just writing on the whims of my muse. Towards the end of the month I hope to be leaning more to one project and working through until it is at least a complete first draft. Then the rework begins but I find it best to let the work rest for at least a few days before beginning the task. I hope you are enjoying a relaxing Sunday full of creative pleasure. Take Care, Keep Safe, Stand Strong, Shine Bright Love and Hugs |
| 141. Well Slept | ID #743581 |
| Posted: 1-7-2012 @ 2:19 pm EST | |
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Be Blessed, Be Strong, Be Beautiful, Be You Well Slept Saturday 7th January, 2012. It is a wonderful morning with the sun shining brightly and clear blue skies. I have slept well, which is unusual for me as I normally spend the night tossing and turning, getting out of bed at least twice. Not last night where I managed to sleep peacefully and without any disturbance. How or why is a complete mystery, as I only tend to sleep when I am unwell, but that is not the case this time? I shall not ponder over it anymore and just enjoy the fact of having a good night’s sleep. I am working this evening and have little to do today except cook some meals and decide what meat to freeze for later in the week. Sunday is marked to be the day of cleaning and washing while Monday has been set aside for writing. This is the plan based on my working roster and is subject to change if there are extra shifts on offer. Still I am looking forward to the plan and becoming reacquainted with the projects upon my desk. Which one will draw my full attention is yet unknown. It is quiet this morning with only the birds singing their morning greeting to the world. I am enjoying my first coffee for the day and listening to their song while tapping away at the keyboard. I am just easing myself into the day and taking pleasure in the simple things life has to offer which is a wonderful way to start off a morning. I would like to begin everyday in this manner but with life being the way it is, it is not always possible. It is best to enjoy these things when the opportunity arises. What to do next is the question? Should I begin with a hot shower or organize the kitchen and pets first? I guess it really doesn’t matter what I choose and I may even steal some time to write today. I mean I know I am writing already and it may be a good idea to keep the flow going with another work. Well my coffee cup is empty and I need to move from my chair for a refill and some breakfast. Yes, I think breakfast is a good idea and then I shall move on from there. I hope you are having a wonderful start to your weekend and enjoying it, with plenty to look forward too. Take Care, Keep Safe, Stand Strong, Shine Bright Love and Hugs |
| 140. Moon Opal | ID #743436 |
| Posted: 1-5-2012 @ 7:14 pm EST | |
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Be Blessed, Be Strong, Be Beautiful, Be You Moon Opal Friday 6th January, 2012. I have been most fortunate to receive a special gift as a joint fortieth and Christmas present from CC LS. It is an ornate silver pendant which holds a large Moon Opal, also known as a Girasol Opal and Blue Opal Quartz. It is a beautiful piece of jewellery and I was curious to know what properties the gemstone is known to have. Moon Opal did not appear in either of my gemstone books and I had to turn to the internet in order to research it. This is where I discovered the other names it is known as, but even these other names I could not find in my books. So far I have discovered Moon Opal to possess similar properties to other opals where amplification of everything is concerned, whether this is energy levels, emotions or other gemstones being worn or used. In healing the Moon Opal is used to reduce infections and fever, and balance the metabolism. Moon Opal has powerful energy but is a gentle stone and is excellent to use to assist imagination, visualization, dream work and communication, and also increases your energy levels. It is said to stimulate psychic development, the mystical arts, and personal imaginative and creative traits. I was quite surprised by my discoveries and amazed at CC LS’s insight into what would be most useful to me. I mean this is the perfect gift for a writer. The Moon Opal will need to bathe in the light of the full moon which is on January 9th and is the first one of the year which happens to fall on Monday the day of the Moon. I even have the perfect timing to cleanse and charge it. The year is off to a very good start, even if it has had some challenges already. Yes I know some of you may be rolling your eyes and thinking this is a load of rubbish, but not all of us are the same. Personally, I am happy to accept all help that is offered with the best intentions and believe there is still some magic left in the world. We are not meant to know or understand everything and some things just cannot be explained such as faith and belief, which are felt but not seen. Seriously, what would life be like without any magic or sparkle? Take Care, Keep Safe, Stand Strong, Shine Bright Love and Hugs |
| 139. Second Home Return | ID #743354 |
| Posted: 1-4-2012 @ 8:12 pm EST | |
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Be Blessed, Be Strong, Be Beautiful, Be You Second Home Return Thursday 5th January, 2012. Finally, after a long absence, I am able to return to my second home here at WDC. I have missed being online and have much to catch up on, but with finances and life being the way it has been last year I have not had the opportunity to be here at all. I know for a little while I may only be able to be here once a week, at least until I can secure some regular hours and organize myself around work, but I am glad to have the time. I know I shall spend the next month sorting through my emails and do not have much writing to post at this point, but at least I am home again. Things have changed a bit for me and I have only a prepaid internet instead of the home line I once had. This has some drawbacks as in the early evening it is impossible to have good access due to the demands upon the service. Much patience is required unless you choose to work in the early morning hours until the early afternoon. Although this can limit time slightly it is not too great a hurdle for me as I tend to wake in the early hours and can utilize the time. With finances still a bit on the tight side I will not be able to give as much as I have done in previous years. Hopefully work will become more regular and I shall be able to return to repaying the generosity which has been bestowed upon me during my time here. The beauty of WDC is there are many ways to contribute and all are appreciated equally. My writing goals this year are simple with my only wish to finish one of the three major projects upon my desk. Being able to spend more time online is another desire I have and hope that this will be possible by the middle of the year. I think I have a more relaxed perspective for the year ahead due to the mad rush that consumed last year. In truth all I am hoping for is a better year. I know there will be challenges ahead as that is just part of life but to have some balance between the things I have to do and the things I want to do would be wonderful. Take Care, Keep Safe, Stand Strong, Shine Bright Love and Hugs |
| 138. Sweltering Heat | ID #743353 |
| Posted: 1-4-2012 @ 8:11 pm EST | |
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Be Blessed, Be Strong, Be Beautiful, Be You Sweltering Heat Tuesday 3rd January, 2012. Late morning, FIM is still asleep and already the sweltering heat has set in which reminds us we are in midsummer. The washing is done and the dishwasher is taking care of one of my least favourite chores. Hopefully it will be cool enough in the evening to iron the uniforms for work tomorrow and the storm clouds will hold off until the washing is dry. I have no inclination or desire to venture out and shop for food so we shall make do with what we have unless there is some relief in the afternoon or I find some energy in need of using. Although I am tired I do not wish to go back to bed as I run the risk of giving up on finishing the chores for the day. Maybe I will feel better once I have some lunch and a cup of coffee. FIM did not stir until lunchtime, we had a couple of coffees before she went home in the late afternoon. Thankfully the washing was dry so I managed to get the ironing done and put the clean dishes away. The house is now clean and I decide to have a lie down for an hour around five o’clock. It is now nine thirty in the evening and still there is no relief from the heat, although I confess it has cooled down a little bit outside. As for inside, well it is still like an oven and I have opened some windows and put every fan on in the house to try and cause at least a gentle breeze. The pets have been fed and I am still wondering what I will have for dinner. I am not hungry but as it is still hot in here maybe that is why I do not feel like a meal. I still haven’t managed to get to the shops but I am thinking that tomorrow morning would be a better time to undertake this task. I am still sleepy and not quite on top of everything in my head. It will not be long before it is time for bed and a shower sounds like a great way to begin trying to cool down enough to sleep. It will take a while to cool the house down and as the carnival people have just returned home and started bringing their trucks back, I do not think it will be quiet enough to sleep for a while. It is the wrong hour of the day to start bringing trucks into a residential site, but so many do not think of anyone else. It is just how it is in here. Never mind, but I will race off for a shower while there is still enough water pressure for now they are home the water will be running constantly. Take Care, Keep Safe, Stand Strong, Shine Bright Love and Hugs |
| 137. Six Becomes Nine | ID #743352 |
| Posted: 1-4-2012 @ 8:10 pm EST | |
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Be Blessed, Be Strong, Be Beautiful, Be You Six Becomes Nine Monday 2nd January, 2012. I am hoping the good fortune which shines upon me as far as working hours is concerned will continue throughout the year. The expected amount of earning hours for the day was six hours at the public holiday rate. The actual earning hours for the day extended to nine due to one person being unwell and another just not turning up for their shift. Although my feet ache and I am tired, I am grateful for the opportunity to increase my income by gaining a few more working hours which were unexpected. This has put a positive light upon the possibility of the pile of bills reducing more quickly and allowing other needs to be met. Of course not all is rosy in my world as FIM is facing a real challenge at the moment. A partner of one of her children is causing concern and making unnecessary trouble. This partner had been given the flick the year before last but is now back on the scene and flexing their power over FIM’s child. It is a delicate situation as there is cause for concern that this partner has managed to erode the confidence and gain dominance once more. As the character and connections of this partner are not desirable in nature this adds to the need for caution in dealing with the whole situation. I am not at all sure what this person is capable of but nothing would surprise me. There is little I can do other than be there to listen and offer support but the fact the situation has occurred at all just shows how little this partner cares about consequences and how much influence over FIM’s child they possess. I have a day off tomorrow and it will be filled with washing, ironing and cleaning. At some point I hope to be able to write or at least log on and begin trying to catch up on things while loading up my journal entries so far. Then there is the need to be there for FIM, spend some time with my pets and organize some food shopping. Then it’s back to work again. The beginning of the year is busy but at some point it will settle down and allow more time for other things than work. In truth I need the money to catch up on bills and restock on essentials. So for now I am quite happy to be busy and just fit in what I can. Looking at the garden it will need some attention in the near future and maybe Thursday will be the day for that undertaking. It would be nice to have Sunday for pleasure, even if only for a few hours but I will just have to wait and see. Take Care, Keep Safe, Stand Strong, Shine Bright Love and Hugs |
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