A wonderful friend sent this to me. This is good.
...still loving life in Lala Land.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Just another brain cluster...
I am so ready for January to be over! Come on Spring!!
I work at a women's clothing store right now. (Until I can get on with a Nursery/Garden Center.) Anyway, the new spring colors are coming in, and I swear seeing all the pink, white, and lime is just so refreshing. (sigh...)
"Ahoy, mate! Weigh anchor and hoist the main sail! Set course for the coast of Belize!
I work at a women's clothing store right now. (Until I can get on with a Nursery/Garden Center.) Anyway, the new spring colors are coming in, and I swear seeing all the pink, white, and lime is just so refreshing. (sigh...)
It also looks like the nautical look is gonna be big this year. We have it, Coldwater Creek has it, Anne Taylor and Macy's have it too. Man, just what I need constant sailing reminders all around me. Oh, I want to sail again so bad!
"Ahoy, mate! Weigh anchor and hoist the main sail! Set course for the coast of Belize!(I think I'm gonna have to go visit Bob this summer to get a sailing fix.)
Saturday, January 24, 2009
"And how's that working for ya?" - Dr Phil
January and February can be long dreary months. The lack of sunlight, strong inversions, and cold weather can take its toll on anybody’s temperament. I suffer from Sea
sonal Affective Disorder (SAD). I believe my case of SAD is a fairly strong one.
My typical approach to January is simply to crawl under my bed and hide until March. But I’ve recently decided to try staying out from under the furniture, and actually try dealing with my problem. Not typical of me, but what I was doing wasn’t working. As Dr. Phil says, "And how's that working for ya?" Well, it ain't! So let’s try something different! So if there is anyone else out there that is feeling a bit SAD, here’s what I’ve done, … and perhap
s you should try it too.
I bought some new houseplants!
I know, you're thinking - "Boy, doesn't take much to launch her boat, does it?" Well, the reality is, houseplants can do more for our mood than meets the eye. For instance, we’ve known for quite a while that plants remove toxins from the air, but did you know that they can also reduce stress, lower illness rates, and even improve your concentration? According to a study done by the Norway University of Agriculture, indoor plants not only remove toxins, but they can reduce fatigue and many cold-related illnesses by increasing humidity levels and removing dust from the air. These same tests also showed that attentiveness and memory increase, and mood swings decrease, considerably due to the added oxygen put into the air by houseplants.
But my best reason to buy some new houseplants was that I know
that even a slight change in my daily ‘scenery’ is welcomed this time of year. And what better way to create change than with beautiful, living, and oxygen-giving, greenery! There is little that brings more cheer to a room than a living plant. You don’t have to buy big plants, or very many either. I got 4 of those little 4” pots. (I already have some nice houseplants.) I also bought a couple that bloom, to really brighten my spirit!
Ah, and we mustn’t forget the flower pot! A bright colored pot can do even more for your mood, and it also creates a great opportunity to have some fun! I think I’ll paint some of my old pots a bright accent color. If you do this, be sure the paint is waterproof – acrylic doesn’t work! (Sound like the voice of experience?)
To take this idea a step further,… we already know that a good night’s sleep
can reduce stress and improve your mental & physical health, so in addition to using the above plants in areas of daytime use, try bromeliads, orchids and succulents in your bedroom. These plants exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide at night rather than during the day like most other plants. This is a great way to freshen the air you breathe during sleep, and wake up feeling more alert and healthy!
House plants are great for brightening a room, but it’s wonderful that they can actually brighten our winter too!
If you’d like a list of the best plants for cleaning indoor air and increasing oxygen, just ask, I’d be happy to email a list to you.
sonal Affective Disorder (SAD). I believe my case of SAD is a fairly strong one.My typical approach to January is simply to crawl under my bed and hide until March. But I’ve recently decided to try staying out from under the furniture, and actually try dealing with my problem. Not typical of me, but what I was doing wasn’t working. As Dr. Phil says, "And how's that working for ya?" Well, it ain't! So let’s try something different! So if there is anyone else out there that is feeling a bit SAD, here’s what I’ve done, … and perhap
s you should try it too.I bought some new houseplants!
I know, you're thinking - "Boy, doesn't take much to launch her boat, does it?" Well, the reality is, houseplants can do more for our mood than meets the eye. For instance, we’ve known for quite a while that plants remove toxins from the air, but did you know that they can also reduce stress, lower illness rates, and even improve your concentration? According to a study done by the Norway University of Agriculture, indoor plants not only remove toxins, but they can reduce fatigue and many cold-related illnesses by increasing humidity levels and removing dust from the air. These same tests also showed that attentiveness and memory increase, and mood swings decrease, considerably due to the added oxygen put into the air by houseplants.
But my best reason to buy some new houseplants was that I know
that even a slight change in my daily ‘scenery’ is welcomed this time of year. And what better way to create change than with beautiful, living, and oxygen-giving, greenery! There is little that brings more cheer to a room than a living plant. You don’t have to buy big plants, or very many either. I got 4 of those little 4” pots. (I already have some nice houseplants.) I also bought a couple that bloom, to really brighten my spirit!
Ah, and we mustn’t forget the flower pot! A bright colored pot can do even more for your mood, and it also creates a great opportunity to have some fun! I think I’ll paint some of my old pots a bright accent color. If you do this, be sure the paint is waterproof – acrylic doesn’t work! (Sound like the voice of experience?)To take this idea a step further,… we already know that a good night’s sleep
can reduce stress and improve your mental & physical health, so in addition to using the above plants in areas of daytime use, try bromeliads, orchids and succulents in your bedroom. These plants exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide at night rather than during the day like most other plants. This is a great way to freshen the air you breathe during sleep, and wake up feeling more alert and healthy!House plants are great for brightening a room, but it’s wonderful that they can actually brighten our winter too!
If you’d like a list of the best plants for cleaning indoor air and increasing oxygen, just ask, I’d be happy to email a list to you.
Friday, January 23, 2009
More snow???
That's it! Hooty's going back to sleep 'til July!
(or until next time I have something brilliant to say!)
Oh, wait! First I have to tell you my first installment of my sister Jodi's "Remaking America" challenge,...
Yesterday, I had a customer come in who had a jacket on hold for several days. She called daily and asked if it were on sale yet, and then would ask me to hold it 1 more day. Finally she came in to get it. She was disappointed that it hadn't gone on sale, but she loved it so much and it was warm and snuggly. I could tell that the money was an issue, so I pulled out a used coupon, and told her I was giving her $20 off her coat. Oddly, she turned and walked away for several seconds... then came back. I could tell she was trying to hide tears. She thanked me profusely and said, "You have no idea what we've been through lately, but this means so much. Thank you." She didn't go into any details, she simply let me know that the gesture was appreciated. It made me feel really good.
(or until next time I have something brilliant to say!)
Oh, wait! First I have to tell you my first installment of my sister Jodi's "Remaking America" challenge,...
Yesterday, I had a customer come in who had a jacket on hold for several days. She called daily and asked if it were on sale yet, and then would ask me to hold it 1 more day. Finally she came in to get it. She was disappointed that it hadn't gone on sale, but she loved it so much and it was warm and snuggly. I could tell that the money was an issue, so I pulled out a used coupon, and told her I was giving her $20 off her coat. Oddly, she turned and walked away for several seconds... then came back. I could tell she was trying to hide tears. She thanked me profusely and said, "You have no idea what we've been through lately, but this means so much. Thank you." She didn't go into any details, she simply let me know that the gesture was appreciated. It made me feel really good.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
I am feeling more hopeful today than I have in long, long time.
I am so grateful that my children will be a part of a new generation, a generation of change, much needed change in our country.
I am so grateful that my granddaughter is coming into a world of hope, hope that things just might get better around the world.
Change is coming, and I am grateful that I am here to see it, to appreciate it, and most of all, that I was able to be a part of helping to make it happen.
HAPPY DAY!!!
My Facebook comments, as I watched the inaguration...
Linda is watching history in the making! I am so damn excited about this inauguration! 9:14am
Linda is so glad that my granddaughter is coming into a world where finally she may be judged by the content of her character, not the color of her skin. 9:16am -
Linda is enthusiastically waving bu-bye to G-dub!!! Wooohoo!!! 9:36am -
Linda is is jumping up and down! There he is!!! Obama! You be da' man!!! Yeeeehaww. 9:44am -
Linda is wondering who the HELL chose Aritha Franklins hat??? 9:56am -
Linda says,... It's official!!! Yeeehawww!!!! Happy Day! Happy Day!!! 10:07am -
OK, I gotta go... I want to hear every word of his speech.
HAPPY DAY!!!
Monday, January 19, 2009
Things I learned from my Mother....
Both my sisters posted a list of things they had learned from our mom, so,... here is my list.
She taught me how to sew when I was just 7 years old.
She taught me how to knit.
She taught me how to dress "snitzy".
She taught me how to dance funny.
She taught me age is only a number, and it's possible to stay young and healthy.
She taught me to sit and stand up straight.
She taught me to eat with my mouth closed.
She taught me that being a good mother is the hardest job I'll ever love.
She taught me that a good parent is never really an empty nester, because kids NEVER really go away!!!
She taught me to enjoy singing and that singing equals happy.
But above all else, she always taught me by example,... wonderful, silly, beautiful, (and usually dignified,...) example.
I love you, Mom!
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Sunday, January 4, 2009
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