BIRTHDAY!

Yeah it's official...two more minutes it's my birthday!

To some just another day but to me...it's MY birthday!

December 10th, 2008...

Night Night...and You Know It!

Night Vision

To thank for the wish...
I say a little of this...
Hollywood, is a place of dreams...
some sparkle and some that we miss.


Some you give up...
and some you can't find,
but always in spirit and always in mind.


We are not promised tomorrow and must cherish what we have.
because once it's been been broken you miss what you had.
We can't change the past but must learn for the next...
because something like family is what it is at it's best.

We are all different...but somewhat the same,
appreciating each for themselves in a name.

It's always nice to know you are known upon 'sight'
like a funny fun un...who leaves comments at night!


THANKS...and YOU KNOW IT!

Janet Shoop LaFlamme

It has been over a year...

and I still can't face my fear of losing my biggest fan...JAN!

I felt compelled and inhibited at the same time...

coming down the aisle like a tossed child.

I felt my Mom knew;

and Jan, Ray and Christian flew.

The last kiss we had...as our birthday's pass

meant more to me than some simple memories had.

The trip , the schlep...the effort she always kept.
I miss Jan deeply and only cry when I can...

'cause what I think of is her...is laughter and JAN!

I think of Ray and Christian too...

the loves of her life all the way through1.!

December first and then the tenth...

two peas in a pod all the way to the end!

Loving and missing.

Tan

PS...the light will always be on...for you!!

Birthday Britney

On a lighter note...

Britney put on an entertaining Birthday show!

Happy Birthday to all the Sagitarians...

including me next Wends!

...and YOU KNOW IT!

SNORTY THE SNOUT

We call him 'Snort'...'cause he sniffs everything out.

Half Rot/Half G. Shep...he has a fabulous snout!

He is getting to be an old 'man'...and hard to discuss,

but something we must.

We LOVE our "JACK".

Daddy, Mommy, Trenton & Cannon

HERE COMES THE SUN...

Winter has just begun...
but there is still SUN!

Enjoy, relish and have a blast...
'cause summer will soon be here at last!

Seassons change, come and go...but ...
New England is precious to those who know.

SUMMER OFFICIALLY SETS

Summer has officially set...

as the beach breeze is getting colder you bet!

Still feeding the gulls in the brisk winter air..
I try to make it a point to at least to get there.

With just a quick jump across, the waves still crash...
The sun still sets just as beautiful as in the warm summer blast!


...and YOU KNOW IT!

Yeah!

Facebook is wild! It makes you remember you as a child.

It takes you for a time, initally; bringing back time.

With a new twist called life...a child (or children), a husband or a wife.

I am still inspired by those that the odds defy...

but can understand the diference of pry and cry.

In the bigger scheme of things...not much matters but the way you attempt to live.

It will bring you down or lift you up...

with dependance you seek to keep you tough

IT's BRITNEY BITCH...

and YOU KNOW IT!

WEEKLY COMING ATTRACTIONS

FABULOUS FEAST FRIDAYS...aka...trash day!

This is what you attract with uncovered, uncontained garbage.

The neighborly consideration is unprecedented...

Enjoy thy neighbor, 'cause you can't pick 'em!

The Winner

Obama...President...that is

won the election and it is what it is.

The people have spoken and majority rules..
McPalin home cryin' the blues

The feeling of calm as the results came in...
made the thought of hope and change not seem so thin.

VOTED

On VOTING day at 5:55...

I pulled up with puffy eyes.

Pain, heartache and tears kept me up all night...

but I made it lookin' crazy to cast my vote alright!

There was already a line but it went fast...

only took 20 minutes for my vote to be cast.

VOTE MUCH!?

...AND YOU KNOW IT!

Trick or Treat

Short and Sweet,

out on the street

walking around briefly...

was enough for me.

The year has gone by...

and is almost a wrap,

I look forward to new goals...

I have had on tap.

Happy Halloween...and YOU KNOW IT!

McCain't do it!

McCain't do it!

Just couldn't consider how anyone could or would after reading this. Judge for yourself.

http://www.rollingstone.com/news/coverstory/make_believe_maverick_the_real_john_mccain

It Is What It Is

I think...this video is humorous,
can YOU Guess Who It Is?
http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=lance-vision&search_type=&aq=f

NEGATIVE NEIGHBORS

Here we go again...
with the untruths around the bend
I'm asked to knock not to speak...
but then do so and am told 'Fuck YOU' everyday of the week.

Petty, bullshit, not real am I told...
but the truth always unfolds

I am told someone is getting pelted by rocks, by a two...
but when is this ...at work, could care less and never out that would be you.

Then the authority, called on me... but not as threats, swears and madness on thee.

As if it's not a prob, with lights and doors going on... but if it was me two seconds of trouble would respond.

Unreasonable, unfair, unmentionables on the table...
though I wouldn't not for spite, point, or even a fable.

Mediation there is not, moving on is the way...
I've been saying since day one...but hard when you stay

The BEACH always a beauty and one to be missed...
but the level of ignorance can never be dismissed

NEXT...as I say when the need does arise...
to the amazement of all who are always surprised.


But wait...not they are not...
they just pretend to be dumb...
when it suits the purpose and cannot even be thumbed

...and YOU KNOW IT!

RIPPLES

Ripples are waves that come and go...

but then they're there and they just don't flow.

You get kudos and raves from all around..

but it never seems to come from the closet crowd.

The one's who matter, the ones who care...

supposed in voice but not in the air.

The funny thing in life is what you can see...

though not proven, but real and rarely believed.

Time and again you run across a TRUE...

but you have trouble believing 'cause it's so rare...it is NEW!

SIX DEGREES of seperation I thought of a lot

but the hype made me shy and skeptical at the on slaught.

The sense it does make but who'd really believe...
that things happen for a reason without reason or weave.

I know this for real and ask who you will...

I have had premenitions from the time I was little.

My only unanswered question I have held onto for years...
does MADONNA remember writing me back from 'PRIVATE EYES' at the request of the gears.

She wrote on notebook paper and explained she never does...

and just after her marriage to Sean, on a plane...he gave his doves.

Doves meaning the stroke of the 'PENN'...

they both signed it, I teared all the way to the end.

The funny thing is...Mo is BF's with Ro...

who I always admired but could take or let go.

The tide has quite turned...I guess from the blog if you will...

the realness, the access, the truth and the still.

The still in real life as Ro always says...

where Mo has shielded herself, for good reason I guess.

I could only imagine the fame she has endured...

but like CLASS...she has maintained the same of the curse.

As Wendy would say, "A FRIEND IN MY MIND"...

I have dreamed of the day I would only say, "HI!"

"Hi to Kelli, I said in PTOWN and asked for a pic....

and she was nice and was down.

Unknowing at best as we took a quick ride...

would we not wait in line but have a brief time.

I had already decided if my ass hurt too much we wouldn't stay...
but we got there and were wisked to the front with no say.

Ro, said at one point, "No kisses please" as I thought to myself...

oh yeah...the germs of many...what was I thinkin'...I know my steez!

But the cuteness, the vibe must have brought her about...

as whe kissed my Can Can on his puckered mouth.

She looked at me and him then again...

and asked if he was mine with knowing within.

It was a moment in time that connected the tie...

between Rosie, Cannon, Madonna and I.

I only say that 'cause in the weeks that followed...

I sent in a pic...of our 'PEACE' tees lunching at Carnegie...

and they were posted for ALL.

The funny thing was that the 'header' that day...

was of rehearsal of Mo at Rosedale that it changed.

I knew something special had occured for me at the least...
although may go unnoticed by all who's eyes feast.

I have dreamt of what I would say,
but would not want to bother and not be dismayed.

My Dad in Zimbabwe, having been three times...

Malawi and David makes me wonder again of the chimes.

Chimes that ring a different but same tune...

and make my spine tingle with each and every swoon.

There are certain songs that make me dance, or feel, or love, or reminisce.
Madonna has always done that for me...

though not every song, lets be fair, brings me to my knees.

I know one thing for sure and sure as can be...

a 'HOLIDAY' is something we all surely NEED!

Baby Boy BARRETT

Always a joy to meet a new baby boy.

Fresh out of the box...a new hatchling to love and enjoy!

Just as cute a a button with a button nose to match...

that resembles his mommy...just the cutest little hatch!

His Mom, Dad and Sister are just so proud...

as is his other family as well as my self...no doubt!

WELCOME to the world B.C.H.

and YOU KNOW IT!

My Friend

I have a friend...and I call him 'Ski's'
he's friendly and fresh but aims to please.
I've learned a lot from being his friend,
and can say I will be ALWAYS...no matter what 'til the end.

He's a pleasure and a joy as well as sometimes wild,
but again he is only a child.

He always means well as his heart shines right through...
though having 'Fragile X' must make everything harder to do.

It manifests in many ways,
leaving most perplexed on any given day.
To explain...the symptoms can vary and range,
from total dysfunction to autistic in name.

We have our own lingo and speed if you will...
from my whistle, to his plants...
there's always something to discuss usually the weather he reports with great skill.

SEVEN

Some say it's lucky...but in this case I find it yucky.
Some say you 're not done and I believe you've yet to begun.

However, if you've done it not once but thrice...
I guess I shouldn't care but the careless disregard makes it not nice.

Not only mad but embarrassed and sad.
Sad for the crew and all you don't do.

Only I feel 'LUCKY' because I thought you planned only mine...
but like ALWAYS...noting but lies.

One knows what they do and to who.
Fuck it...turn your head and act like YOU!

Not my speed and never was...
but 16 years of nonsense feels like a bust.

I will however, be thankful that I have a great one,
influenced by YOU very little as one would want.

A relationship, I did insist and am glad,
but remember the resist and the mad?

Now what...what do I say on number three of explanation...
when one lies, cheats, thinks not of the others for his own satisfaction?

FUCK IT...RAGGITY!

Oh well, shouldn't dwell on deceit...
only positive feats!!!

and you KNOW IT!

HEALING

Healing has been long but positive so far.

Perentage wise good...but remaining pain for the course is par.

Could be worse...different aspects improving...

but pain, scar tissue, traumatic backlash still always moving.

I am optomistic to a degree of functionality...

bearing the cross in mind of reality.

Everything is realitive and hopefully manageable to a point...

ending in questions and often annoyed

Many someones' are far worse...

therefore humbling me back slowly on track and on course.

Although always feeling for someone else...

the ignorance of self often jumps the obvious shelf.

Concentration is the key to self-healing...

with positive thoughts forced for reeling.

Night, night!

...YOU KNOW IT!

GOALS

GOALS...I loved 'em in soccer, as few as they came...

but worth every stride in honor and name.

Sometimes reached in error, although fortunate as time looks back..

a GOAL is something to dream and reach for; and to try and not to lack!

...and YOU KNOW IT!

SOLICE

Solice with Snort is peace at it's best...
especially at 2:30 A.M. when all are at rest.
Jack and Me by the sea,
benefitting us both...although unspoken but seen.

Many studies have been done,
for both research and fun, that a person's best friend is a dog #1

A good boy is our dog, who loves not just all...
for canine reasons is selective and stands tall.
Though learning late just how to flow...
he has helped me through this painful slow.

go Snorty...and YOU KNOW IT...BLIGE...!

Non-Stop

Neighbors to the right, neighbors to the left...
neighbors across and some who have wept.

Wept from the frustration of being so stuck...
like I say daily, "What the Fuck?!"

Someone so bored, they rotate the nonsense and hate...

from door to door when they tire of that mate.

The funny thing is we all know someone like such...
someone you wished you'd never met but now you know too much.
Their habits, behaviors, both good and bad...
but someone you'd rather not engage 'cause they are just so sad.

The games, the etiquette they play but do not mind...
reasonability, rationality, but will try to screw you from behind.
Behind the bushes or the lens in the house that's not so,
not for birds or security but to harass and intimidate and eavesdrop like a MO.

The time has now come for me to move on...
to another location with less tension, more peace and positivity that is strong.

Back at ya'...SPRITZ...and you know it!

Theories I

Well the time has come...

for me to vent some.

I feel bad and I tried...

but each and every chance I have

I've been lured with truth and lies.

Many a neighbor have been and gone...

some for nice, some for wrong.

Some so wrong, unbearable to become,

some so wronged nobody could believe their song.

Well let me tell you it's true...

and there's not much to do.

This land is one of free speech...

and at times blind breach.

Unfair it may seem but I believe...

Karma has ways to receive.

Receive it's due...

to and from all...both me and you.

There's no sense to intentional shade...

when we all have good intentions to be made.

Life is knowledge and knowledge is key...

to both your life and prosperity!

T-sight Productions...and YOU KNOW IT!

Visual Travel

I have added to my blog list...! I am trying to find cool blogs to check out.

Paris Daily Photo I stumbled onto when I started my blog and it's cool. It also has links to all the other daily photo blogs at the bottom. It's fascinating to see other places in the world you definitely couldn't see all of in a lifetime. It makes me feel like I'm there too...try it!

My other fav is to fly around on Google earth and visit places I will probably never see or places I have before!

YOU KNOW IT!

Bullseye

After a bit more thought...

I AM going with 'LANCE'...'cause only one from the same could not be taught.

No... not just anyone can rhyme...
but a branch from the same tree knows the same time.

Like a tickety tock on a grandfather clock...

like the one he gave to me and Can-Can has been taught.

Taught the numbers, the time, the moon and the chimes...

my most precious houshold item I shall treasure for all time.

Someone whom I have missed for many years...

maybe I will see soon for some laughs and beers!

...and YOU KNOW IT!

Guess Who II

NO WAY...the mystery just made my day!

By someone playing the game...

I got a reply from the one of fame.

Yeah...that's right I may have been wrong,

but I asked RO and she relied to my blog!!!!!

Even my husband the pessimist...

from work, on break was totally impressed.

Thanks to RO for bringing the shine...

the shine of sun to me and mine.

The mystery goes on as I try to guess...

more wishful thinking...Uncle Lance maybe...as I think of the rest!?!

Whomever it is...seems to know me somewhat...

but the guessing has me perplexed like the pain in my butt!

...and...YOU know it!

Guess Who?

SOMEONE...left me a mysterious comment, so intrigued I have been...

A rhyming puzzle of sorts and a guess from within.

I could only hope the compliment of seeing my blog...

came from the one and only R-OD!

I couldn't insert my guess on the comment so here it is...

wishful thinking or not I'm going with RO until confirmed by the whiz!

Something so simple brought extra shine to my day,

I'll figure it out no matter how long it takes!

...You know it!

STRESS

Stress is a mess and can cause distress.

Stress is a stress that can cause a nest.

A nest that is stagnant, one that barely moves...

but a nest that is lively within it's grooves.

The EAP is in motion, in mind and in and soul...

but difficult to find somewhat like a mole.

That's why so many suffer and miss so much time...

the depression takes hold and clutters one's mind.

The vortex, the verge, the falls have appeared...
like Victoria's spray on the ledge makes one fear.

Exhilaration of positive to come,

with the optimism, hope and dreams yet to come.

Full circle does come, yet noticed or not;

look around you and think of the ones that are gone.

The lessons and love that they left and they taught...

only empowering our futures in ways we could not have thought.

We Made IT!!

Oh Yeah, bloggers...we made it!!

Look careful at the picture I took of Rosie's home page...on the bottom right corner!?! We are now located in the UR photo section of rosie's blog, under peace tee's rfaves if you want a peek...click on the link below.

This, to me, is most enjoyable! Makin' it on 'rblog's' (AKA http://www.rosie.com/ ) homepage!

Mommy and Cannon, taken by Daddy after the CRAFTY U book signing; lunching at the Carnegie. Delicious!

The Peace tee's paid off and we are on 'rfaves' list too! Everyone has their thing, and being ONE of the many rbloggers... is mine.

Rosie has inspired me to start my blog, introduced me to the flipperoo, the PED EGG; which by the way is fabulous and in general brightens my day with the sunshine of truth. Although, I don't always agree I can still relate...to the realness.

I find the ask Ro section of her blog cool because of the variety of questions people ask. Some so crazy, where others actually invoke interesting insight into the myriad of aspects;whether spectacular or simple, in a celebrity life.

Anyway, I am glad I made it. Having been so anxious and in pain waiting for this latest surgery...it brought a bit of sunshine to my cloudy days. Ironically, the worst post-op day so far, that landed me in the ER, was previewed with us on the front of 'THE BLOG'!

As I always tell my husband..."One must find some sunshine in some aspect or their day and in their life!" Being positive and optimistic is good for the soul.

And...YOU KNOW IT!

Emergency Rooms

How can I describe thee...
the only way is nessecary.
Always risky in my line of sight...
but needed in order to get things right.

Not all experiences negative...
but in general medical knowledge and awareness imperative.
One must speak up and ask for explanation and reasons why...
before the 'Let's see' approach is by your side.

Yes, ALL must learn through a general sense,
of all medical variety, through testing and fence.
By fence I mean, a barrier a doctor or nurse must climb...
from the bottom to the top, locating the problem at it's prime.

At this point I've lost countof how many surgeries, in the mid teens I know...
but my medical awareness of body, mind and soul...
is still acute and strong as gold.

Like I've said before, knowlegde is key...
and will guide your gut decisions to the base of safety.
After the 18 guage needle and busted vein on the first IV...
I should've known to request the 20 guage for obvious hesitation I could see.

The fact alone I got them my records ready as I walked in the door...
continued to get perplexed facials from all who stepped the on the floor,
should have secured my mind that this was not the move...
though in the ER you should feel safe and soothed.

She took out my IV so I could travel an hour in pain,
to my surgeon who knows my medical and on the top of his game.
They tried the liable maneuver with the only option to sign...
'patient refused treatment' form to which I denied.

I had to advise the better EAP was for me to leave...
not to go home but to get treatment from my surgeon at a different facility.
Suddenly, option two appeared which was to sign what I said...
as I advised again they could follow-up but I knew at that point what was best.

Cat scan, MRI not needed, not infected...
just nerves blocked noticed by info and obvious detection.
Due to so many times I have had under the knife...
scar tissue, anxiety, and knowledge have become life.

With this one the wound is deep, the pain severe...
but my mind, body and spirit will continue to persevere.

T-sight...and YOU KNOW IT!

Dr. T

With his bedside manner just as sweet as can be... my little hatch comes in saying, "Hi Mama" as he rubs my knee.
With a sharp elbow to the breast by mistake as I rest...
just visiting Mommy in bed for 'Goodnight Moon' and hugs before bed.

Night, Night...and

YOU KNOW IT!

Day 1

OMG! The anxiety has been unbearable.

Now on day one the healing has begun.
Starts with gauze packing removal at one a.m.
again at 6 I am back for round two again.

The pain is breathtaking 'butt' I have had worse.

My lovely husband has been quite a nurse.

Although, overwhelmed he's doing good...

to make me smile and do all he could.

Tired, sore...time for a nap...

You know it!

My Turn!

The time has come I'm fucking freakin' out...
but things could always be worse without a doubt.

Number 16, I think including all the others,
but this one is the Mother.
Cutting muscle can never be fixed,
like a rubber band stretched, no good...to be nixed.

My Surgeon the BEST, Dr. Walters that is...
he is informative, honest and his heart wraps the rest.
I know I'm in good hands, surgically acute,
and look forward to less pain in the future to boot!

No guarantees in medicine as all should know...
but faith, positive attitude and karma does show.

At least I can see, hear, taste and drive...
and at least I am still alive.

Of course, I was challeneged with the biggest of all,
on a week where positive, focus and belief are not small.

Catdog's hair raises up and dander will fly...
with reason, despair, hurt and surprise.
The eye that is peeled will always make the jump,
to relax, focus and settle over the hump.

My Kids, My Husband, My Family and Friends mean the most...
like to all you try to be a good host.
To know one to the core and how they'll react...
is something no one can count on not even a rat.

Trust is like glass so treat it with care...
'cause once it's been broken it's sometimes impossible to repair.
On the flip LOVE is kind, well meant, sincere and persevered...
but must be cherished, balanced, respected and revered.

All my Love to my guys...

W, T & C

PS Mommy LOVES

The Morning Medley

Here's a little shot of the morning medley, followed by a shot of the 'Midday Medley"

That's what he likes so...there it is!

Usually there is also cantaloupe in this mix...

but due to a recent outbreak of salmonella or e coli we have refrained.

You should wash the outside of all melon thoroughly before cutting through.

This way you try to avoid contaminating the fruit when you cut through on the knife.

Fears and Tears

The fear is overwhelming...
the tears just stream and stream,

as the unknown, non-plan of my body,

is days away from further doom or lessened pain...like in a dream.

ALWAYS POSITIVE, I am for stance and state of mind...

but chronic pain and illness....will strip you of your stride.

For the first time, I am clear...

but so filled with such real fear.

Although I am ready this is the end of the line,

but a new chapter begins with sunshine in mind.

Things will never be quite the same but different at best...

but could always be worse, just be good at your best.

YOU KNOW IT...

TSIGHT '08

Peacefully Inspired

You know when you have had enough?

You know when you have seen the tough.

You know when it's time to move...

and always when it's time to groove!

It's always hard to determine when,
until one day you reach the end.

The end of days of just no more...
the change horizon sittin' at the door.

The courage, strength and determination at best...

to make the positive changes to settle your zest.

To learn it and earn it and share it's rewards...

will always open the positive door.

As I chatted with a stranger tonight amongst friends...

religion and beliefs pops up as usual again.

No matter where, when, with whom or the reason why...

religion and politics ignite sparks on the fly.

Just a mention as such, in the group I was in...

brought forth a 'Wicken' who made basic sense from within.

What I said was, "I'm not sure of the 'story' that is told..."

such that my views are confusing to hold.

Not everything makes sense all the time...

but if the ridiculosity ceases to shine,

peel it back and don't bat that eye.

With others, empathize with wide gleams...

but always observe the swirling mindful seams.

You will find your answers within the eyes...

the truth, sincerity, madness and lies.

It's your right and your business so don't be scared...

to notice, feel and be aware.

Knowledge is key as they always say...

it's your partner in life and will guide your way.

Crafty Cannon

Felt like a *WINNER* of a prize...VIP

Clearly understanding the baby's need to be!

No hassle like I thought in line with a tiny two...

but whisked in right away and warmed up by both you and crew.

Everyone so genuinely nice and helpful off the bat...

you made my day, through the daily tears of chronic pain that lasts.

My Cannon Bay was mesmerized just looking in her eyes...

though usually more timid and definitely shy.

He liked her right away and I think recognized her from the blog...

and maybe will remember as we capture with decoupage!

Thanks for PEACE and parting gifts like always a class act!

Thanks to...Rosie O

Bourne, Cape Cod Basketball Tournament 2008

OMG...the day before departure did I ever think my 'tush' was not gonna' have it!

The pain the worst it's been in months...with the drain drainin'. My husband and baby stayed home because game after game in a hotel was too much for me to handle with everyone. It turned out great however. We all got a break.

The East Haven All Stars did great with a few unfair snafoos...but we showed how it's done.

Here is a little movie I threw together of the trip. Most pics taken from the car, a few in Woods Hole, Falmouth , MA (at the Marthas Vinyard Ferry); the basketball court and the hotel.

The music is all I had available so a bit...you know...but maybe I'll change it when I get some new beats. Enjoy!

Oh well stand by... it won't upload for some reason...maybe too long...trying to split movie in two...hang tight!

You know it...

T-sight Productions 2008

TIME

Time is precious and never retreived...

but something to cherish and real to believe.

You are not guranteed tomorrow or even to succeed...
but be the one to try, hope, fail and believe!

Only when I'm dancin' can I feel this free...

At night I lock the doors so no one else can see...

I'm tired of dancin' here all by myself...

tonight I wanna' dance with someone else!"

'Madonna Louise Veronica Ciccone Ritchie'

-INSPIRATION-

PS...

Just got a shot of cortizone in my left big toe today and am so happy to put on the heels even if...laying down with my feet up in the mirror...notice?

Just to have 'em on was thrill enough.

I'll take a shot before more foot surgery...geez!

The Red Rover

Meet the Red Rover! He is my regular neighborhood cardinal.

I believe this is the same bird I have been noticing for a few years; but only recently have I noticed how much.

I have been noticing more and more the birds in my area. Considering that I am home so much and looking out my front or back window I have been wondering what all the different birds are up to.

This particular Cardinal sits in the tree on the back or on the electric wire in the front and chirps, chirps, chirps! Sometimes I mimick him and he gets confused and does it back, I guess thinking it's a female cardinal. I hope that's not mean?!? Wouldn't want him to think he's gettin' a date and it's only ME!

But then...there are the other birds. We have some endangered Egretts that live in the protected marsh lands at the end of the road but you never see them. They must hang by the nest.

Then there are the WILD PARROTS! Boy are they WILD!

Apparently, there was a truck accicdent on I-95 back in the 80's and these parrots got loose from their cages after the accident. They have since adapted to the Connecticut climate and have remained here ever since; even throughout the winter.

They have made headline news in recent years for making HUGE nests on utility poles (usually Electric poles...probably because the converter is so warm) that they have caused black outs, excessive squawking noise and basically more than a nusience due to their multiplication.

We have an Evergreen tree on the street behind us and it is filled with these wild green parrots.

They are aggressive, chase other birds out of the area and as stated multiply like wild fire.

They zip around at top speed in the morning 7-9 and then they disappear for the rest of the day?! Where are they?

The black birds are out same time 7-9 then dwindle off around 10 and are all sitting in the same big tree at twelve totally still. Napping? And then...they disappear again until about 4-6 and then gone again. Where? What? Why? What are these birds doing?

There are some more bird observations I've made that are quite interesting and will be passed on tomorrow. I'm sure once I google 'BIRDS' I'll get my answer but for now...I continue to watch and wonder!

25 YEARS LATER...

I HATE to do it but after 25 years I feel this is somewhat of an omen.

Madonna and Rosie are still BF's after all these years and for some yellow, red bracelet, astrological line up, karma or just will I have found myself on Rosie.com since she joined the view.

I find Rosie fascinating, moving, real, charismatic, friendly, strong, open but yet shy, compensatory, understanding and most of all loving. Funny thing is...I have been feeling the same way about Madonna since the day I heard her voice and even more when I saw her eyes.

That must be why these compelling, controversial and talented women have lasted as long as they have!

So, the CHALLENGE is to see if one of my many Ask Ro will reach it's destination. I'm not Kathy Griffin or anything...but if Ro could show Madonna Kathy's outfit, I would wish with all the SUN I can gather that she would ask/pass on my question? "

"Madonna do you remember writing me back a long letter I sent you to 'Private Eyes', in NYC just as you had gotten marrried?" I wouldn' t normally think that you would remember except that it was about ten pages long, addressed to the owner Robert, covered in stickers and had a self addressed stamped envelope inside that I got back a year and a half later!!!

I actually got mad and thought someone was playing a joke on me, unti I realized the notebook paper, Sean Penn's sig in green marker and my OWN handwriting on the return envelope.

Going in for my aproximately 15th rectal surgery at the end of April...boy oh boy would this make the tears a little bit better!!

I am funny and have a hell of a story that would bring me to Zimbabwe; where my father and his entire family live. That country for those of you who don't know is above South Africa, sharing the Zambezie River with Zambia hosting one of the seven wonders of the world... VICTORIA FALLS

Madonna adopted her son David from Malawi, above Zimbabwe, on the East side of Africa near the island of Madagascar.

Life is short and sometimes more full circle than you imagine.

I asked RO to ask MO if she remembers my letter of '85 which if you ask anyone who knows me, is my dream since then.

I would love to have lunch with Madonna, Rosie and combined friend of their choice!

It may seem corny but it's mine!
Bye-

Rock Band 12

12th Rock Band & Guitar Hero Birthday!

SocioEconomics

I never thought I would live to see the day where the American Dollar was not the strongest currency in the world.

My stepfather's Father, Robert Triffin was a Master of Berkley College, in Yale; and more recognizably a world respected economist. I wonder what he would think of the state of our economy and world markets today!?!

My Father lives in Zimbabwe where the dollar is practically worth nothing, due to the oppressive government from what I can see. Although, they have beautiful goods, natural resources and phenomenal African tourist attractions...it is somewhat unsafe and definitely unstable.

I believe we would all benefit from goods and services from other countries that have been oppressed for years, such as Cuba.

Competition is good, but 'NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND'...is leaving us behind the education of the other countries.

My 6th grader doesn't even know cursive handwriting because there is no money for that and the concentration is ALL on the MASTERY TEST SCORES; which results in Federal Funds for HIGH scores.

Just this year in our state of CT there was a town whose administration changed grades. Wonder why? The pressure of the scores itself I'm sure.

You almost wonder whose to blame. The Govt. or the Admin.? Cheating is ALWAYS wrong!

On the other hand most human beings are driven for one reason or another to do the wrong they do...unfortunately for them not making it right.

As they say, "Two wrongs don't always make a right!" And I can tell you this...revenge isn't always sweet. I have noticed people don't achieve the peace they desired as a result.

KARMA...however is a bitch! Those who do wrong shouldn't wonder when things continuously do wrong for them. Duh!?! That's not to say if you are perfect nothing bad is gonna' come your way but not in the negative back at you sort of way.

as NIKE would say,'Just Do It'!

Try to be RIGHT will you...?

It's no wonder people pay for private school. Higher expectations, smaller classes and the ability to mold their own curriculum.

It is also no wonder why the turn over rate of teachers is so high...poor salary for a job that covers the spectrum! Their not just teachers, they are parents, friends, nurses, crafters, social workers etc.

I bet if the teachers got paid more ALL the test scores would go up?

If we want to succeed as a future generation, we must invest in our youth who will decide how we progress or not in the future.

THINK! THINK! THINK!

Heaven

You know when you miss someone who has gone to heaven...

it makes your heart ache, your eyes well, two tears drop what the hell.

Just that quick...

you almost feel sick.

But just then you remember all the familiar things...

the smiles, smells, memories and such...so close you could reach out and touch.

Though sad, it's comforting to remember and feel the things...

your loved one left you before they took wings.

Nothing can ever take the place...

of your love's smile, laugh and face!

SMILE

Sending PEACE, REST and LOVE to Heaven...

Gramma 'Mimi' Lockwood

Grampa 'Bob' Lockwood

Janet Lee LaFlamme

Grandfather and Grandmother Mukwawaya

Deuce and Ace

Alison and Fresh

Marc

Nick 19

EROC

and this I do believe...fate brought me to a car accident scene on I-91 exit 8 in New Haven, CT on February 19...years ago...I can't even remember the year...however I will tell you this FATE is FATE and I am sure I have an angel on my shoulder. I always wonder if it was this beautiful girl I saw float away in front on me on the highway. I think of her at least once a week and I never knew her.

I went to the hospital to check on her and she was on life support. Her family insisited I come into the room and THANKED Me for taking the time to try to help her. It was too late. Nobody saw more than I did, which was literally nothing. Her car seemed to flip out of nowhere from the other side of the highway as I was driving by on the other side one exit from my house.

I went to her funeral and have been to quite a few in my time now; and have never seen a motorcade like this before. I am sure she is sorely missed.

I still cry to this day when I let myself think of what I saw that night.

I can at least rest knowing that someone, "ME" was there to give her a blanket, my hope and a prayer.

PEACE

KIMBERLY LALIBERTI

Waterbury, Connecticut

Date Set

Well the date is set for the most major of surgeries yet. Hopefully, I won't be left in a worse way.

However, as I focus and mentally prepare/cope; my deadline has been set in order to process, preserve and understand the next phase. I'll let you know how it goes!

Things could always be worse...so try and be happy with what you're workin' with...and always hope, dream and strive for better...in whatever form that may take.

W2

Hey, Hey, Hey!

T-sight is happy to announce the the upcoming addition to the blog!

A MASCOT....named...W2......OTHERWISE KNOWN AS...

"The Whiney Whistler"

This my friends is our new mascot. Their identity will slowly be revealed with a few clues and guesses!

The Whiney Whislter's objective is to be down with the tunes he or she likes, through whistling, although that too as 'Randy Jackson' would say is, "definitely a bit pitchy dog!"

Stay tuned...while the Whiney Whistler tunes it UP!

Memory Lane

As I look back down memory lane...
I think back to these times back in the day!

INSPIRATION!

INSPIRATION comes in all shapes and all forms,
and from angles, differences and often from norms.

We all try to emmulate those that we see...
those we admire, look up to and some want to be.


The funny thing for me is understanding at best...
something age, wisdom and experience gave me zest.

To know things, have lived them, to preach to the rest...
seems only natural and forthcoming, even prophetic to test.


We all, I believe have perception within...
but a matter of tapping to feelings is skill one must win.

Win to some degree, not to deter you from life itself...
but to be conscious, aware, and respondant to yourself.
To the wisdom to know when you see something that is.

GODMOTHER

My health issues prevented me from being there...
so I sent this to be read...to show my care.
Although, I wanted to post in Sept. '07 when she passed...
my feelings were raw and were invaded at best.

Kawasaki's Disease...do you know what it is?
Neither did I 'til my baby presented with this.
The emergency began as I wrote about before...
but so soon I had no time to rewrite my Jan's poem to her.
There's one thing I know and feel comfort at best...
Jan knows how I loved her and appreciate all the rest.

GODMOTHER

Jan, I will remember as long as I live,

from sunrise to sunset as far as it is.

My memories are strong as vivid as sun,

as I recount the good times, visits, travel and fun.

Security, compassion, reliability and care...

there is nothing in life that could even compare.

The laughter, the love and the joy she brought forth...

was contagious, irresistible and beneficial of course.

She brought hope, knowledge and kindness to all...

and although sometimes nervous she let down the wall.

To bring light and love to all whom she'd meet...

is not something everyone could have at their feet.

A Godmother is someone different to all ...

but someone who has been chosen specifically to call.

Someone you can trust with your most precious of gifts,

your child, your wishes, your dreams and your best.

As a child I remember the bland and the best...

from a day at the office to Disneyland with no rest!

To San Diego, the boardwalk, the trolleys and the rest...

but San Fran in the 80's...Pacific Princess...in PORT...the BEST!

The LOVE Jan and Ray have given me to this day...

has been monumental in many ways.

The day that Christian came into their lives,

was the day Jan had waited a lifetime for...

and the happiness she could not hide!

The smile, the happiness, the fulfillment and joy...

of their new precious baby boy.

She will be remembered, loved, admired and missed by all...

but mostly I'll always hear and miss, that laugh roaring like a bouncing ball!

In 2003, on the way down the aisle...

I couldn't resist the sight of Jan's smile.

Tradition aside, instinctively so...

I stopped and kissed her last before my wedding was to go.

Maybe questionable to all; I have no regrets....

it seemed fitting, obvious and lucky at best.

I will miss Janet Lee LaFlamme all the way to the end...

as a godmother, a confidant but mostly my friend!

I will miss Jan deeply as will her family and everyone else whose lives she touched and brightened.

Thanks, Jan

Love,

Tan

PEACE BEACH II

Enjoy!

PEACE from the BEACH

Hello There!

Seeing as I'll be on break from my writings for a while, while I contemplate my next surgery; so here is a little PEACE from the BEACH which always clarifies my space. FOCUS!!

One must enter upon surgery mentally prepared if at all possible. If not, sometimes it's almost better on the emergency note because you don't have time to get worked up...you just have to deal. If it's that bad, one just want's to feel better and doesn't have time to worry about any sound decisions...just to get better.

I myself, prefer to try to make sound surgical decisions and prepare for any and all possibilities so that way I still have some control over the illness. You know what I mean?!? Planning is good...for anything...if you can!

However; on the flip side, I also tend to procrastinate on certain aspects of the process because not only is it mentally and physically exhausting, it's hard to swallow some realities. I find it especially hard to handle the medical reality of what has transpired and what is to come.

Things could always be worse...so that's how I see it!

DREAM, BELIEVE, LIVE, LOVE, PROSPER, CHERISH, STRIVE, RELAX and ENJOY the little things in LIFE!

Probs w/ vid...wl load later...bye

LIVE

NO Sir?!

Cut it out!

QUIT it and STOP it!

The first time I catch Ro LIVE on the blog...

it would seem she left it on 'cause when you click on it...

it says she's on break! Damn it!

Oh well, it was still thrilling and just changed my negatively, pain filled, overly tired self...

into a satisfied, not annoyed state (as I was before) and ready for night night.

Thanks and PEACE...

All Stars II

Movie attempt II...better...needs music...didn't have anything cool, or appropriate...workin' on that...!

Still such a fossil I love tapes! Although, they don't convert or sound well, I am just now adjusting to the Jetson way.

I'm with Regis who is a moderately meager user of the techno gadgets, however; one must overcome and adapt just as Queen Elizabeth has managed. She just began a YOU TUBE website to deliver her annual Holiday Greeting...and update on the Royal Family...how lovely.

So...stay tuned...and you know it!

Enjoy the few clips!

All Stars

Here's another amature attempt at a homemade, one minute movie...
starring the EH All Stars!

Family 2007

Here a little movie of some of the family!

2007

Enjoy!

Maybe we can plan a family gathering this summer to unite all extentions of the family!

I am considering planning a Kawasaki Disease Fundraiser this summer, in honor of...

Cannon Bay Tyrrell...which may be a good time to unite!

Please visit the website for more information... www.kdf.org Please feel free to sign in and leave comments and answer the questions and polls...as well as check back in for new content.

We would LOVE it!

PEACE

Well wishing all you bloggers a wonderful and healthy New Year!

Unfortunately I am unable to upload my peace tee to Rblog so here it is!

My inspiration for this year is Rosie. She has inspired and advised on subjects of interest to me. She is brave and really real. I have since began this blog and have been 'FLIPpin'" over the new cam!!

Stay tuned for an ever evolving blog with something to say about how I see it!

PS after being asked if I wrote all these posts the answer is yes. I am currently awaiting some type of copyrights...but in the meantime...this is ME and don't PLAgiarize yourself!

Trouble

In light of Britney's latest drama...the word of the day is "Depression"!

She probably doesn't understand that it means more than just feeling down. The manic aspect may play a role in her continous shopping combined with her erratic ups and downs. The paparazzi adds to the madness both negatively and positively depending on her mood and need for attention.

When will there be a law stating that paparazzi must stay a certain distance away? That seems reasonable. Understandably, they can shoot anyone or thing out in public...but the dangerous car chasing and in your face photog press is not reasonable.

Anyone? Anyone? Ferris?

Friends

Friends are yours for many different reasons...
some are regular and some certain seasons.
They all bring something of their own...
attractive to you; although often unknown.
Unknown in the sense you're unsure what it is...
but it's something positive unlikely to fizz.
Often, in life we make lots of friends...
but those who remain are rare to the end.
Sometimes there are differences in life and in path...
but good friendship if realized, expressed and respected will last.
We live, we learn, we feel and we deal...
but the enrichment of a good friend is irreplaceably real.

Friends and Family

Have a wonderful, prosperous, outstanding, fantastic, loving, happy, knowledgeable, and progressive year to come!

Test video...just checking!

This has been a message from T-sight...and you know I SEE you!