Thanksgiving week-end is over. We had a nice butterball turkey, dressing, greenbeans, mashed pototoes, gravy, and pumpkin pie with whipped cream. More than a fat girl needs. (oh yeah, Greg cooked up the turkey neck, and gizzard too.) Sugar enjoyed the turkey leg, & Jinx, tasted the gizzard. It was cold & rainy Thurs. and Friday, but Saturday , and Sunday we got our golf in. Dallas Cowboys won. My kids are healthy, my family is safe. I'm so grateful for my "simple life". Hope all had a safe and HAPPY DAY!!

COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS

GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD FOR HIS GOODNESS, AND FOR HIS WONDERFUL WORKS TO THE CHILDREN OF MEN. Psalms 107:21

"When upon life's billows you are tempest tossed,

When you are discouraged thinking all is lost;

Count your many blessings-name them one by one,

and it will surprise you what the Lord has done."

Give THANKS

I am so THANKFUL for MY DAUGHTER, MY DAUGHTER-IN-LAW,

MY GRAND-DAUGHTERS.

& my STEP-daughter.

They are all such wonderful, beautiful, young women.

I am SO blessed!!

A scarf for EV

This is for my niece--

E V-

Hi EV, thinking about you.



Stay warm.

How long

How long do I have to pay

How long must I endure the pain

What can I say to you

to ease the pain I've caused

I beg, I cry, I scream inside

I breath in-I hold it in-I let it go

My knee's are raw and worn

My tears flow like a torrid river

I sink to the bottom

I struggle for air

I take a breath and retreat again

How long - How Long

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I'm thankful for pets-

I'm THANKFUL for my pets.

Mr JINKY, and SUGAR. They have been with me through alot. They share their unconditional love and are such a comfort to me.

Thankful

I'm Thankful for the BEST PARENTS in the world!!

college football

BUCKEYES WIN BIG!!! Whoo-whoo!

BIG GAME TONIGHT-

I LIVE RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF

UTE COUNTRY!! COLLEGE KIDS ALL AROUND ME, BUT----

I HAVE "PEOPLE" WHO ARE COUGARS.

GO COUGARS!!

I'm grateful for my sons.

Man-I sure do have some good looking boys!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANNA LEE

November 17th, 2004-

My second grand-daughter was born.

This is my little Anna Lee.

She is the cutiest thing.

She says some really funny stuff that flies out of her mouth. She is smart, a little ballerina, and one of my

princesses.

I love her so much! (Anna blowing a kiss!)

HONORING MY UNCLE BRUCE'S LIFE

My recent trip to California.
It gave me time to reflect on my Uncle Bruce's life. If I were to describe him in a few words, I would say; a compassionate, loving family man, funny, strong values, and a man I looked up to. I always felt that I was his favorite niece. (of course I wasn't, he loved all 18 of his nieces and nephews)
That was just the type of person he was. He made you feel special. He truly was interested you, and cared about us all. I'm going to sure miss his laugh.
These four men have all influenced my life. I'm a better person for having them in my life. I am so blessed to be a part of a wonderful family. May we all be together again on the other side.

We all had a good visit with each other. We laughed, we cried, we LOVED one another. We missed those who were unable to make it, but you can be assured we talked about you. hee-hee.

Here's Russell and Aunt Joanie and Patti in the background. Joey here, is snagging some California oranges and lemons to stash in his suitcase to take back to Chicago with him.

It was a beautiful Day.

THESE ARE MY PEOPLE

"THESE ARE MY PEOPLE"

These are my people

This is where I come from

We're givin' this life everything we've got & then some

It ain't always pretty

but it's real

It's the way were made wouldn't have any other way- These are my people

We fall down and we get up

We walk proud and we talk tough

We got heart and we got nerve

Even if we are a bit disturbed

These are my people

This is where I come from.....

(song & lyrics by Rodney Atkins)

November 12, 1980

NOVEMBER 12, 1980

One of the Happiest Days of my Life.

BRANDI LEE BEALS-Vanderwalker

Was placed in my arms. A true gift from God.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO BRANDI LEE!

My little girl, my princess, my daughter.

I love you Brandi, and am so proud of the beautiful woman you've become.

VETERANS DAY Nov. 11, 2008

May we all remember and say a little prayer for our servicemen and women. May God bless all of them, and their families for their sacrifices, and service. THANK YOU.

cOMMERCIAL BREAK

I am a

Proud

GRANDMA.

REASONS I LIKE NASCAR

Reasons I like NASCAR.
Greg first introduced to me NASCAR when we first started dating. He took me to my First Race in Phoenix, Nov. 2, 2003. I had a BLAST! When you are there, the energy level is great. The more you learn about the drivers and the strategy of the race, it becomes a lot more than driving around in circles. Trust me. The Roar of the engines- is something you have to experience for your self.

You gotta LOVE the FANS! They are hardworking, redneck, God fearing, patriotic, families, who know how to have a fun week-end with family and friends, and go back to work on Mondays. They cheer for their driver with such enthusiasm. The fans are part of the show and fun. Everyone is in a great mood, and fun to be around.

I love the start of race. Every race starts with a prayer. Then the National Anthem, Then a exciting fly- over by one of the military service. weee-SWOOSH, the crowd goes Wild! Then the famous words--
"Gentlemen start your engines!" Put your earplugs in, and let's Rock and ROLL Baby!!

Going to the race became a TRADITION for Greg, David, and my self. We always had a great week-end of fun and laughs! Being at the race with my man & David was always a HAPPY-HAPPY DAY, for me.

HOMESICK

NASCAR Phoenix International Raceway
Now I'm HOMESICK!
( More later. All week-end.)

Ski Season is HERE

HEY- CHECK IT OUT, HERE COMES GREG! (FREE ski lessons from my man.)
SKI RESORTS OPEN TOMORROW!

The mountain got 4 feet of snow yesterday. Even though it is nice & sunny today down in the city.

Last winter we were in Carson City, Nevada. So I'm hoping to get free lessons from Greg, so come join me. I only have a blow up mattress and one bathroom, but your welcome to come visit & hang out with us!

Honest differences are often a healthy sign of progress. -Mahatma Gandhi-

Western Art. Oil painting. Love the lighting, and colors in this painting.

"I should have been a cowboy."

It's snowing at my house. It's so pretty.

God-Jehovah is in CONTROL, & has a Plan.

What are your thoughts?

I'm going to go to bed, say my prayers, get up kiss Greg good-bye as he "gets to go to work", tell him I love him, talk to Brandi , Curtiss, and David, and tell them how much I love them, and still be a Christian American.

God, Jehovah, is in Control of my life!

Haaa ha hee hee.

Just a little humor!

Deepest Sympathy

My prayers are for comfort, and strength for Barack Obama.

I LOVE my grandparents. I was blessed to have them in my life!

"May the memories held deep within your heart, help to sooth your spirit at this time.

Your family and yourself, are in my prayers.

SANDY'S SUNDAY SPORTS SPECIAL!

Not a good sports week end.

Dale Jr. was in second place, 1 or 2 laps to go, and RUNS OUT OF GAS!! What??? Next race, PHOENIX.

DALLAS COWBOYS lost to the New York Giants! Whaaa-

MY Thoughts- This Sunday. 11-2-08

This is The Cathedral De la Magdalene.

This is about 2 blocks from my home. I go here often for comfort, prayer and meditation.

The front doors are open, anyone (even me) can go inside. I'm not a Catholic, I'm

not a religious person, but I am a very Spiritual person.

While I was there Friday, a small little pamphlet caught my eye.

"Voter's guide for Serious Catholics". www.catholicansweraction.com

It explains to Catholics and Christians that you have a MORAL obligation for the common good through the exercise of their voting privileges, and not to support any legislators that endorse evils in legislation or programs.

As mentioned before, "these 5 issues concern actions that are intrinsically evil and must never be promoted by law."

1. Abortion

2. Euthanasia

3. EMBRYONIC stem cell research

4. Human Cloning

5. Homosexual "Marriage"

THESE ARE NON-NEGOTIABLE ISSUES.

Which political offices should I worry about?

Laws are passed by the legislature, enforced by the executive branch, and interpreted by the judiciary.

Be very careful on who you endorse at the local, city, & state level. Most political careers are started at the local levels. The presidency is important, but don't under estimate the power of the legislature and judiciary branches.

"CONSCIENCE is like a alarm. It warns you when you are about to do something you know is wrong. For your conscience to work properly, it must be properly informed--that is, you must inform yourself about what is right and wrong. Only then will your conscience be a trusted guide."

So, be in tune with your "conscience", and "the still, small voice within you", when you mark your ballot. May God Bess America and our families.

Stay tuned for tomorrow's devotional

THE FIVE NON-NEGOTIABLE'S ARE:

Abortion

Euthanasia

EMBRYONIC Stem Cell Research

Human Cloning

Homosexual "Marriage"

I have more to say. Manana