Seriously Dude, these guys rock.  I love every note they play, and every arrangement.  I wouldn't change a thing.  What I would love, is to sit outside by a fire, and have a smoke with Ed Roland.  Maybe some nice red will make the moment where I can ask him, "When you decided to do this.....in this song, what was going through you mind."  oh, man and he can play guitar and we can make up songs...like, "I don't care what the white man say, Santa Claus is a black man aye."


Just dreaming.

Women’s Self Defense Workshop presented by Soroptimists....

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This workshop will help empower women to identify potentially dangerous situations that can put them in harm. Women will gain confidence while learning some basic self defense techniques. It is structured for women, 13 and older, with little or no experience.  Come to observe self defense demonstrations. You’ll have a chance to practice simple techniques.  ....

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Date:   Saturday, February 7, 2009....

Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM....

Place: Yu’s ....Academy.. of ..Martial Arts........

           345 ....Albany.... Turnpike, Route 44....

            ....Canton.., ..CT.. ..06019........

Fee:    Free - $5 donation to SIFV is suggested. Funds raised will help area women and      children in need.....

Registration is required as space is limited: Please call Kathleen at (860) 614-5676 to reserve your place. ....

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Soroptimist International is a volunteer service organization for business, professional and community-minded women who work to improve the lives of women and girls in local communities and throughout the world.  Soroptimist is a recipient of the Pennsylvania Association of Nonprofit Organizations’ Seal of Excellence.  The ....Farmington.. ..Valley.... chapter (SIFV) presents several programs throughout the year which empower women and girls by building self esteem and confidence.  Funds raised support charitable organizations such as My Sister’s Place, a shelter for women in transition and also provide grants to young women who display outstanding community service. ....

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Several SIFV women are students at Yu’s Academy and they generously donated their facility to support the event. ....

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To learn more about membership and service projects of the Soroptimist International of Farmington Valley club, please contact Kathleen  (860) 614-5676 or send an email to knockyouout@gmail.com....

Thank Glennford, a.k.a. God, I listened to Damon Scott on 96.5 TIC FM, because he mentioned that
Greg Behrendt was in town. I got tickets online http://www.hartfordfunnybone.com/ 
Before I knew it we were lauging our asses off. I can't believe someone that
famous was in Connecticut.

This next photo is taken after I ran to an atm toget money and buy his DVD.
He was happy, I was feeling fresh joking wiff him.
Right before my husband, Greg took the picture I was being inapropriate, making silly jokes.
I must say he enjoyed the jokes. I did not expect such a warm reaction.
I think I'm blushing.

Opening for Greg was Tim Gaithers. He was very funny and laid
back. We had some good talks about grass. Here's a picture of us. I
bought one of his shirts that say "Go Fuck Yourself" on the front, and
on the back it says "Seriously"

It is my second day at my new job for a Huge company.  It totally rocks!

I have been waiting to work at such a place for over 10 years.  Although,
I will never have the awesome crew to work with that I did at Pharmedica
this place rules.  As I said, it's HUGE.  They have a barber, a hair salon, a
gym, Shoe Repair, a Pharmacy, gift shop, the list goes on and on.  Everyone
is so nice, and says nothing but good things about each other.  No one cares
what time you come and go because they are busy working.  And you don't want
to leave because the work is exciting and you are working together with nice people. 
Maybe because I worked in Hell for a year with EVIL EVIL people and I had a
nervous breakdown, I like this place so much. 
But I don't
think so.  I attend meetings where we talk about how we are going to
test things.  AMAZING. 

That's the update.  My cancer, GONE.  The scar, better.  My job, great! 

 My husband, THE BEST.  Hot Pockets, BAD!

Kaff

Last weekend, Greg and I went to NYC to see Howard Jones.
He was playing a small acoustic show at the Florence Gould Hall.
We had a nice time and I got to meet Howard. I have always been
a huge fan and followed him all these years. He played in NH this past
weekend in Londonderry at the Tupelo Hall. This show was more intimate,
and the crowd was superb. There was such a connection between the
performer and the audience. For Reals! It was a night full of positive
feelings, smiles, and an all around good times. Wawa Weee Wa!

Wawaweewa!  It's over?  Tonight? I can put this crappy year

behind me?  Actually, the only crappy thing was breaking my foot. 

I have arthritis in my foot now and there is a constant reminder that

I am human whenever it rains or snows.  BUT!  I can still walk,

Kick, and throw.  The rest of the year was fantastic!  I got to

spend time with Family this summer in New Hampshire!  Hampton

Beach RULES!  I got so see some great performances, listen to

great music.  Meeting Ed Roland and Joel Kosche from Collective

Soul was definitely a highlight.  Touching INXS' lead singer, JD Fortune, 

and Josh Groban, is burned in my soul.  Cool year!  I turned 40 and

you know what?  I didn't die, I didn't wake up with my boobs hanging

down to my knees, or serious wrinkles on my face.  I survived.  One thing

that is good is that I don't give a shit!  I don't!  The things that used to

annoyed  me, don't.  The things I cared about, being skinny, being funny? 

 I just don't give a shit.  :-)  Ahhhh, I'm free.  Happy New Year. 

I do give a shit about my relationships. 

September 18th is Chilean Independence Day...From wikipedia:

The drive for independence from Spain was precipitated by usurpation

of the Spanish throne by Napoleon's brother Joseph in 1808. A national

junta in the name of Ferdinand—heir to the deposed king—was formed on September 18, 1810.

The junta proclaimed Chile an autonomous republic

within the Spanish monarchy. This event is commemorated on

Chile's National Day on September 18. A movement for total

independence soon won a wide following. Spanish attempts to

 re-impose arbitrary rule during what was called the "Reconquista" led

to a prolonged struggle.

Well, it's a big deal in my family as my folks are both from Chile.  Soo, I

 had to call mom and dad today and wish them a "Happy Independence

Day."  I went to Mom and Dad's for dinner and  had some Pastel de

Choclo and some delicious Chilean Red wine.  Mmmmmm deeelorcious!  Here's the recipe:  (but don't tell Mom) http://www.nuevoanden.com/recetas/recpastel.html

I love it, it's great food and we raise our glasses and say "Vive Chile Mierda." 

If you don't get it.  Sorry, just know that it's cool!

This is the first of many installments.  My nephew Richie, has a Quotable Quotes Blog that he adds to, so I will have my "Who are these people?"

Haters!  Yeah, You know who you are.  People who can't be happy and just shut the F*CK Up!  No body cares.  Why complain?  I have heard people complaining about the fall colors on the trees not being so vibrant.  Really?  Do you remember how bright and beautiful they were last  year?  Well you know what?  I think that they are still beautiful.  I am so happy that I live in New England and enjoy the beautiful changes in the leaves.  If you can't, get over yourself and enjoy the leaves.  Shut the front door.  Don't complain.  No one wants to hear it.  I truly believe this.  And while your shutting up.  Be happy.  Look at the beautiful things.  Think good thoughts.  I realize, I'm being a Hater of the Haters, by complaining.  But, I know nobody cares.  I'm just getting it off my chest.  Thanks Blog!

The guy I like to call, Douche Bigalow.  This is the guy in a group of guys that gets everyone going.  He's the ball buster.  He is like the Farcus of the group, disguised in a Greg Brady Mask.  But the sad thing is, all I see is Farcus.  Douche Bigalow is always single.  He can't get a real woman because he is too busy picking girls apart.  "Her tits are weird.  Her ears smell"  Ugh!  Poor Douche Bigalow.  Who the fuck are you to think that you can even look at beautiful women that you will never have?  Someone needs to push your ass out of the closet.

Rude Mother Fathers

Let's talk.  I work with some rude mother fathers.  Seriously!  I don't want to describe some of the things that go on.  I know it happens in every work place.  The good thing is that I'm not at work to make friends.  I work, I keep the peace.  I envision slapping some people across the face.  The key to dealing with the people is not be rude back.  Don't do it!  Yes, Revenge is sweet.  But you are better than that.  Me too!  I'm better than that.  Kill them with kindness.  I notice some people going out of their way to be rude to me.  And that's some compliment.  I'm worth it.  So be rude! 

My first entry:

"TWO SECONDS"  Often times you are on the phone waiting for someone who is late with something, whether you are meeting them somewhere or they have to send you a file or something like that.  WHO are these people that say "I'll be there in 'two seconds'"  What the hell is that supposed to mean?  The two seconds have gone by and they are not there, or what you are waiting for is not there.  I FUCKING HATE THAT SHIT!!!  Doesn't the person know what "one one thousand, two one thousand" is?  Do they have a watch with a second hand?  Have they ever put a pop tart in a microwave?  Obviously not!  Call these people on it!  I  mean it!  Wait 2 seconds, then say, Where are you?  or Where is it?  They need to be held accountable.  Words are powerful!  Put them to task! 

I would also like to add that the "TWO MINUTES" people also apply to this rant.  I'm on to you too, bitches!