Nan

That sounds really good Blondi and a perfect summer dessert

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Very well said Pancake

Happy New Year everyone - I'm in it already and so far so good !! A New Year's message At the beginning of each New Year, it is traditional that we make resolutions, engage in possibility conversations, consider healthier decisions, and even commit to personal harmonic progressions for the coming year. Here are some additional, optional considerations you may want to reflect on that will help to ensure that we all have a Happy, Prosperous, Wonder-filled, Awe-inspiring 2013. In this New Year, be sure to LIE, CHEAT, DRINK, SWEAR and STEAL waaaay more than you did last year. Here’s what I mean… LIE back and relax just a little more this new year. Let a little more life happen to you without so much worry, fret and concern. Read some novels (trashy or otherwise). Embark on a new discovery path in terms of your education, longings, desires, fun, spirituality or even subject matter than really doesn’t interest you…wade in, lovingly and open-heartedly. CHEAT failure. Don't be afraid to try something new because you think you may fail. It is through failure that we learn the most valuable lessons and grow. Instead of “If it’s worth doing—it’s worth doing well!” how about “If it’s worth doing at all—do it any way you can…but DO IT!!!…Have you ever noticed that many of life’s lessons are encountered in such a manner? What magnificent learnings! Be open to the lessons and education! DRINK from the fountain of Knowledge. Many people around you have already been down roads you are about to travel. Learn from them including the challenges they may have had. Take what they have learned and apply it to the best of your best. Give possibility to other opinions that you have never considered as “realistic”. Consider exploring concepts that bump up against your own sensibilities. (And ask yourself where, in fact, you got that sensibility in the first place?) Pay close attention to the many times you think you’re acting on an intuitive hit when if fact, you’re reacting and acting in a way that does not serve you, them or the greater good. SWEAR to do your best, all the time, in every situation. That is all you can ever ask of yourself. Suspend your judgments at least once every day…just to see if the world really does come to a screeching halt. Notice how often you pre-judge something or someone BEFORE having all the information. Commit to “check it out” long before you get “hooked” on your own story about the situation. STEAL time for yourself. Every day, take a little more time to develop a stronger relationship with the one and only... YOU. Remember, if you don’t take care of you…who will? Time spent alone is time invested in the most important person in your life. Relish the wonder of being in harmony with the “real” you…that person that touches others in a remarkable and delightful way…(if you’re not sure about this one—just ask a couple of dear friends—and listen…really listen to what they tell you!) A period of reflection—every day—will keep you completely in tune with your Vision, Mission and Purpose. So, if you LIE, CHEAT, DRINK, SWEAR, and STEAL just a little more this year, you will have one of the most amazing years of your life. And it will probably surprise and delight both you and all your friends!

Rest In Peace CuddlyOne - a life cut short but now at peace.

A swaggie is a swagman or "hobo" - the swagman carries a "swag" on his back and moves from town to town and lives out under the stars. You might have heard of the jolly swagman who sat by a billabong under the shade of a coolibar tree, and he sang as he watched and waited till his billy boiled "you'll come a waltzing Matilda with me" ... He stole a sheep and got caught. Referring to the Holden Ute, as I said earlier Holden is made by GM Australia and is the iconic Australian vehicle. I believe that what we call the Holden Monaro (sporty sedan) is exported to the USA and sold under the Pontiac GTO badge.

A holden is the Aussie icon vehicle and is made by GM Australia .. a "ute" is a utility vehicle, you would possibly call a pickup? See the pic at the top for reference

LOL .. at least you and the horse both look happy -- GOOOOOOO Broncos !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Probably the same as any other day, I will pop over to my neighbours for an hour on NY Eve but NY Day should be a normal day for me

Happy Christmas - and all the best for 2013 to everyone !!

Aussie Jingle Bells Dashing through the bush, in a rusty Holden Ute, Kicking up the dust, esky in the boot, Kelpie by my side, singing Christmas songs, It's Summer time and I am in my singlet, shorts and thongs Oh! Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way, Christmas in Australia on a scorching summers day, Hey! Jingle bells, jingle bells, Christmas time is beaut !, Oh what fun it is to ride in a rusty Holden Ute. Engine's getting hot; we dodge the kangaroos, The swaggie climbs aboard, he is welcome too. All the family's there, sitting by the pool, Christmas Day the Aussie way, by the barbecue. Oh! Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way, Christmas in Australia on a scorching summers day, Hey! Jingle bells, jingle bells, Christmas time is beaut!, Oh what fun it is to ride in a rusty Holden Ute. Come the afternoon, Grandpa has a doze, The kids and Uncle Bruce, are swimming in their clothes. The time comes 'round to go, we take the family snap, Pack the car and all shoot through, before the washing up. Oh! Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way, Christmas in Australia on a scorching summers day, Hey! Jingle bells, jingle bells, Christmas time is beaut!, Oh what fun it is to ride in a rusty Holden ute

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LOL good one !

I told you all yesterday (because I got here earlier and saved you all a spot) that the "other side" has wifi so we can all carry on as usual

Internet void sounds scary

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LOL love it !!

Most of us will never see this again in our lifetime

Those Darn Cats !!!!!!

A man in Scotland calls his son in London the day before Christmas Eve and says, "I hate to ruin your day but I have to tell you that your mother and I are divorcing; forty-five years of misery is enough." 'Dad, what are you talking about?' the son screams. "We can't stand the sight of each other any longer" the father says. "We're sick of each other and I'm sick of talking about this, so you call your sister in Leeds and tell her." Franticly, the son calls his sister, who explodes on the phone. "Like hell they're getting divorced!" she shouts, "I'll take care of this!" She calls Scotland immediately, and screams at her father "You are NOT getting divorced. Don't do a single thing until I get there. I'm calling my brother back, and we'll both be there tomorrow. Until then, don't do a thing, DO YOU HEAR ME?" and hangs up. The old man hangs up his phone and turns to his wife. 'Sorted! They're coming for Christmas - and they're paying their own way.'

I'm sure a few here can relate to this one

This is a cassowary, nasty nasty birds lol !!

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Hi Deb and thanks for your message I'm wondering if you are going to end up being a true New Yorker and never going home to the west coast. It shounds as if you are really enjoying the work and your time there, although being sick and away from home wouldn't be too wonderful. I wonder why you can't get into our webchat at least, but maybe you aren't using your own computer? It would be great if you could pop in now and then and say hi to us all because we miss you too! I would phone you but I'm thinking it would cost a fortune from here lol. You never know I might just try it when I figure out the time differences Stay safe, don't work too hard and keep us informed from time to time please .. big hugs, Nan