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My Outlook on everyday things.  They say that the eyes are the door to your soul. They can tell others if your happy, joyful, sad, angry, tired, even lie or tell the truth, shall I go on or do you get the picture? |
| Well, I'm sitting debating if I want to renew my license or not. I have decided that it is another way that they keep an eye on you. As if I don't have enough people watching me all the time now. Making sure I stay in line, gezzzz, people. You need a life other then mine. Sorry, but I only get one and it's, you got it, MINE! No really, do I really need one? Such a difficult decision today. Stay tuned to the license dilemma! 🤔😳😎 |
| It was a bright beautiful day, what a beautiful way to end it. Walking down a dirt road and kicking a can around, like I did when I was growing up. Hearing the tin hitting the rocks as it bounces across the ground. The sky is full of pinks and oranges from the beautiful sunset beginning. It takes my breath away such nights as this. |
| So, what are your dreams? You know those ones we were asked the last year of high school. What are your dreams and plans for your future? Really, you want to ask me that and I haven't even the foggest idea. Heck, I just got my driver's license a couple of years ago and you want me decide the most important thing in my life? Ok, that was dramatic. Well, sometimes it feels that way. Heck, I was married and didn't have the slightest idea what I wanted except to be a good mother and housewife. Now, looking back I have done so much for my retail career that I wished now that I had gone a different route. Retail has changed so much in 5 years, I wouldn't even know where to begin, if I was thrusted back into it. Matter of fact it is a little intimidating to say the least. My oldest is working pt at TJ Maxx while going through college. The stories he's telling me, just blow my mind. How they talk to each other, dress, heck how they talk to customers. I'd been fired, but they just yell, discrimination. No matter what! I know that I've mentioned Wal Mart before. I worked for Sam Walton, yes I knew the man. I just found out that they sold his company to China, Japan something like that, earlier this year. I don't have tv and don't keep up. I know right! I know that he has been rolling in his grave, since day one. Mr. Walton was a God fearing honest man, who treated his people right. Who didn't allow alcohol, pronograghy in his stores and was 200% American. He believed in sharing with the people that got him there. He'd tell you that also and meant every word of it. His children still get a percentage of the profits. While the employees get the boot. The year he died I'd only worked for him 3 years. He went to every Grand opening of his stores and talked to every single one of us. That year when the quarterly's came out they reported no profits. Millions were lost through employee shares. I walked in the break room after being handed my envelope. It was the most eerie sound ever heard in a break room filled with people. About 34 Dept Mgrs to be exact, the only thing you could hear was the sounds of gasps for air. Myself being one of the newer management didn't have as much in as the veterans that sit around in the room. Some were 16- 18 years of service. I lost $10,000 that year, I know for a fact in that store alone was over a million. There were tears, hurt, betrayal, words and anger. I use to be proud to work there until that moment. Then, I became anti Walmart. To this day I try and shop other places, I don't care if I spend more money. Now, that they have sold it. I will avoid it as much as possible, even more so. I know that Mr. Sam wouldn't have done the things they have. Can't say that he wasn't a business man, he started it and made it nation wide. He had a dream and made it happen. My dreams, a family, writing and a home to call my own. The family, I can proudly say, I have two wonderful sons, daughter and 5 grand kids. The writing, I'm getting there closer every day. The home, I just have to find it in the right location. Maybe the Serrias, who knows. I hope you tell me about your dreams. May you be blessed always, Teresa   |
| What to do when life gives you a quick kick in the stomach. Well, first thing try and dodge it. If that don't work, sit back and take the ride and try and make it as easy as possible on you. It sure seems like it is becoming crazier in this very confused world we live in. I don't know about some of you, I'm about to jump ship. Is there an island somewhere? Well the short of it, vacation is over and reality hit me full blown in the face today. I think, I'll return to the mountains and hide. Food for thought, anyone up for a good campfire and smores? May God be with you always, Teresa  |
| My last day here in California, the last few days it's been smoky here from the Yosemite fire. I can't see the beautiful blue sky and the magnificent mountain range that is around me. I hope that I get a chance to get some more on the way to Reno, hopefully a quick trip to TAHOE. 😀 I will post pictures once I'm home and pic out some of the most beautiful scenery that I have seen in years. I miss this part of our beautiful country. I thought about how it would be to travel like Sum1   does and stay in some of the most beautiful places in the world. Meeting new people and seeing those historical places he does. I envy those who get to travel and see beautiful places. I have the most amazing family and friends that any one person can have. From making sure I gotten to where in needed to be and showing me such a wonderful time. Putting up with me for weeks...lol It had been such a long time since I'd been here they wanted to make sure that I saw others along the way. Like meeting my niece that I'd never met, she's 38, my baby sister and so many others that came to see me. I had so much fun seeing everyone. I dedicate this to everyone who provided me with such a gift from making sure I had a way, food, activities, motels and most of all the love you showed me. I love every single one of you. I'll be flying out Wednesday from Reno, as a surprise for me a dear sweet friend set me up in a 5 🌟 hotel Tuesday night. The most amazing trip I have had in 15 years. Thank you from the bottom of my heart 💓 |
| You just can't go back! Although people wish they could go back and change things, or undo them, we can't. That's where we needed to learn to weigh out all options before making a decision. And then we can't be sure of the outcome. I guess that's where regrets come into play. We all have regrets, ones that we wish we could go back and have do overs on. I guess that's why there is no do over button or switch. Because it would be worn out in a lot of cases. I have to say that if I could, I would go back and tell my mom how much I love her and let her know how much I appreciated her and her friendship. I know I can't change that she died, because I understand that it was her time. The same with my brother and many other family members and friends. No one knows when it is their time or their loved ones. They just need to realize to love, forgive and communicate with them. Then just maybe we won't have as many regrets in our lives. My vacation has taught me a lot about my family, friends and myself. That's to make sure that I try and not have any regrets from this day forward. To love and cherish every moment that we share together, because tomorrow is never promised. We almost lost my ex a few months ago. We all were reminded just how precious time is and each other. I have lost many in my life and had regrets of how things ended with them. Not to say it was on bad terms, but it left me feeling like they didn't know just how precious they were to me. I hope that my words help you open up your heart and that you are able to mend those bridges. May it leave you with less regret in your life. Life is a precious gift, let them know just how precious they are to you 💓 May you be blessed always, |
This week we mourn our loss for Stefan Miles, CanImagine  a dear friend, colleague, and mentor, you will be missed here on Earth. As writer's we all know that you can learn alot about someone by their work. Stefan was no exception, he is an exceptional person, someone who we will look forward to seeing again and celebrating with.I had the great opportunity to have many conversations with him. We discussed religion, faith, families, and writing, among other things. I had the great honor to review some of his pieces and one stood out
A story about his family, particularly his son. I don't want to tell you about it. Because, I would like you to have the pleasure of reading and reviewing it, as I did. Please, let me know what you think about it. Afterwards, I will let you know what he told me about what happened, afterwards. Especially, if you don't already know what happens. It is a well written piece, as is many of his pieces. His faith was strong and we loved to discuss it, as I do with many of my friends here. It was not a day that you could not find Stefan on scroll. He loved to be involved with friends here and chatted with everyone. A very sincere soul, full of love, kindness, respect and humble. Stefan, I will miss our conversations here, but I know that you are in no more pain. Your sitting at your beautiful desk with quill in hand writing love letters to your family and friends. May God be with them and you, my dear friend always. RIP Stefan Miles 🤗💖🤗 |
| Me oh my... Part One... Most of you know that I'm traveling from state to state visiting my family and friends who are my family. I started out with my son and his wife (daughter) in Little Rock spending the night with them and hugging and spending time with my granddaughters and granddogs too. Had a wonderful dinner, pool time and watching movies. Next stop was my big baby brothers oldest daughter. My brother passed away almost 4 years to the date. I didn't have the opportunity to see her grow up, or even her half sister and brother. Divorce and the death of our mother pulled its toll on my family. We had a very short visit, but that's all that was needed for the moment. After 4 years of trying to get together, we finally got to hold each other. She is pregnant and we plan on me coming when the baby is born. Now, off to Amarillo, TX. to see my little baby sister. As we get around 10 miles outside of Weatherford, TX. The alternator goes out in Mike's SUV. We coast off the exit and into the parking lot of Napa. We found some really awesome people here. It was 3:30 on a Friday night and they were able to get use a new alternator and someone who would put it on. We made it 5 miles to the shop. They had it replaced within an hour and we were back on the road. The most amazing part the bill, $134 for the alternator, shop $104 to replace it. Really we thought for sure that it would be $500 or more. Heck, we were broke down, what could we do just pay whatever they wanted to charge. These people were really awesome to us. I thank Napa and Mikes Repair Center in Weatherford, TX. for being really awesome guys. Had dinner and spent the night talking, laughing and finding out even more about each other. We are rock lovers and decided that our parents must have given us rocks to play with when we grew up ...lol. I'm on a new adventure with river rock and had brought some of my rocks. She fell in love with my idea and went home with several of my rocks. We did have a surprise when we started to go to bed. I was planning on sleeping on the sofa bed. But, it had mouse poop in the sheets. Not something that I was expecting to found. I decided not to sleep on the sofa. It was a very long night. Our plans were to get up and eat breakfast and then I was heading out. Went down to the breakfast buffet. They had cereal, make your own waffles, biscuits, and gravy. The cereal was uncovered, so was the waffle mix and the gravy was runny with tiny specks in it. "What is that," my sister asks. I shake my head and walk away. "Coffee?" I asked. "They don't have creamer," she says. We opt out on breakfast and I call for my ride to pick me up. We say our goodbyes and head out. Will today was exhausting and headed to bed, for an early fun filled day tomorrow on the beaches of Southern California. Love and miss you all. I would love to see tons of poetry posted on my contest page.
 If you would prefer to donate I would appreciate it also. 30000 earns you a Lighthouse Poetry MB. Stay tuned for part 2 headed to bed Pismo Beach wore me out today. |
| 🇺🇸🇺🇸 HAPPY 🇺🇸4th🇺🇸 of JULY 🇺🇸🇺🇸 As we celebrate this 4th of July, reflecting back to those who have made this possible for us to roam this great country, freedom of speech, freedom of religion, freedom to do whatever you want. Take a moment to thank those who make it possible for us to celebrate this holiday and other holidays in our great country. I dedicate this to all our military brothers and sisters here on WdC. Thank you for your sacrifices that you make and have made. I love every one of you. 🇺🇸 May our flag wave proudly as we celebrate this day. As we celebrate eating hot dogs, hamburgers, those patriotic dessert's and drinks. Remember to be safe and hug those you are celebrating with. |
| This will be short one, traveling and it sucks to just have my phone to do it. I'll be back at my brother's tonight then I'll update in general detail. I'm melting in Phoenix today 😓🤨😓 I am most definitely not a summer person. But, enjoying the company with my brother. May you all be happy today and always 💞💝💞 |
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