This one really touched me

Of course there are so many stories surrounding the tragedy in Haiti. Maybe you too read this CNN online article. But if you didn't, take a few minutes to do so. See if you don't feel as sad as I did when I read it this morning.


Painful plight of Haiti's 'restavec' children - CNN.com

Life is Good

Last Sunday Walter and his parents came to visit for a few hours. We enjoyed a little lunch and then kicked back and relaxed. Walter brought his own special seat since he's not quite ready for the Lazyboy. He likes his lime green Bumbo. It was our Christmas gift to him. He told me it is quite comfortable and it's perfect for watching a little TV. Ahhh ... the life ....

American Idol

In case you missed last week's AI show, this was the best part. Larry Platt sings a message and I like it!

Because someone asked

Per 4th comment on Jan. 5th post.

Alabama is.....

Number One

Roll, Tide, Roll

Let me be the first

Hey folks, did you know there are only 355 days left until Christmas? Don't wait until the last minute to do your shopping. Get out right now and start buying those gifts. Don't let the sub freezing temperature stop you. And never mind that you're still recovering from Christmas of '09 - a mere 10 days ago. That's ancient history. Take an aspirin, put the Hush Puppies on your feet, and let's get started!

Great gift ideas:



There are countless other fabulous gift ideas I know I am leaving out. I am especially fond of the "As Seen On TV" items which can be purchased at Walgreens. Let me know your favorite ones so I can put them on my list.

Santa says "Hey!!"

Note: please rate this post on an annoyance level of 1 to 5 with 1 being not annoying at all and 5 being so incredibly annoying I wish Peggy would find another creative outlet.

How will you say it?

Two thousand ten?

Ten?

Two oh one oh?

Twenty ten?

I will say twenty ten. In ten years I will say twenty twenty and use my Barbara Walters voice. Can't wait!

I hope everyone has a wonderful, happy, healthy and (hope, hope) prosperous New Year!