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I'm so mad at my sister! -- Ronlyn, Monday, May 11, 06:35:05pm
I'm so sorry to vent to all of you, but I'm going to explode!

my youngest sis. My only full sister.

She just called me, here at work, to talk about scattering my dad's ashes. The plan was that she would take them to an island in NC (I forget the name of it right off) where the wild horses still run and scatter them there. She was going to do it because a) I was pg when dad died and couldn't manage a trip out there and b) she felt like it was something that she really needed to do right then, rather than wait for a time when I could be there too. Fine, really. No issue. Except dad has been dead for more than 2 years now and she STILL hasn't scattered the ashes. So, we've been talking about doing it while I'm back East. TODAY she calls me to say that since she is SO pg (5 months) that she just can't possibly make it and would it be alright with me if she scattered his ashes at her friend's ranch in the country in PA.
WTF am I supposed to say? I'm at WORK, it's not like I can argue about it or even really think about it as she pulled me out of a meeting to take her call. I'm pissed. She can tell so she asked if I wanted her to send me some of his ashes so I could do whatever I wanted with them. I said no, which I'm now rethinking and I may have her do it just so I can take them to the original place we agreed on and do it myself. She started the whole, "I won't do it if you aren't ok with it" thing which *sounds* fine, but it's just a manipulation tactic she plays in order to get her way.
I'm so angry, I'm near tears.

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- Oh Ronlyn, I'm so sorry you had that phone call -- tha's an evil way to start the week. Can you tell you sister to send ALL the ashes to you? Or will that just make things worse? (NT) -- Ann, Monday, May 11, 07:28:43pm
  - I just found out she spread his ashes before she ever called me. Her friend asked if she'd talked to me while she was spreading them, so she stopped and called me. She *may* still have some left to send me so I can take them to the place that we (together with my step-mom) agreed on. I'm so upset about this I can hardly stand it. (NT) -- Ronlyn, Monday, May 11, 07:39:55pm
- Oh, I'm so sorry, Ronlyn. What a terrible thing for you. (NT) -- maggie, Monday, May 11, 08:24:11pm
- Ronlyn, I am so sorry you have to go through this. It wasn't right what she did but maybe she will be able to send some of the ashes to you. I wish there was a way to make this easier but there just isn't. Time and then talking it out with her once emotions aren’t so raw as she owes you a LARGE sincere apology for how she handled the whole thing. Try not to let it fracture your family ties but at the same time do what you need to in order to protect your own emotions. Know that we will be here for you. Gentle hugs. (NT) -- Sandra, Monday, May 11, 08:24:31pm
- (((((Ronlyn))))) I am so sorry.We both know pg makes you a little goofy :) but this is something important that she should have respected.I don't blame you one bit for being so upset,but hopefully you can work it out with her,even if it takes awhile to forgive her.(((HUGS))) (NT) -- Bo, Monday, May 11, 10:44:20pm
- I'm sorry, Ronlyn, if your sister isn't normally like this, maybe it's the pregnancy hormones - which doesn't make it right, but a bit more understandable. Whether or not she saved any of the ashes for you, I'm inclined to think you should go to the horse island anyway as a goodbye to your dad. If that's been in your head for 2 years, the trip might ease your mind a little. (NT) -- Beth, Monday, May 11, 10:51:31pm
  - ((((Ronlyn))), I'm inclined to agree with Beth. Things happen within families which simply have to be forgiven, and then forgotten. Cherish you memories of the good times. There isn't a thing that you can do about the others, and you mustn't let them eat you alive. (NT) -- Frances, Tuesday, May 12, 06:14:04am
- Ronlyn, I'm so sorry about this. While her pregnancy could be an excuse for her emotions now, it's not excuse for not doing it the last 2 years and then deciding to leave you out of the equation totally. I hope that you two can recover but you do have a right to your hurt and anger. ((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))) (NT) -- Leiha , Tuesday, May 12, 09:26:09am
- Thanks Ladies. I'm doing better today. Still very hurt & upset but my DH is wonderful and was very supportive and helpful last night in just loving me and letting me rail. LOL. It'll be ok, or at least I'll be ok. Sadly, this isn't out of the norm for my sister to behave this way so pregnancy hormones can't really catch any of the blame on this. I'm having to protect myself more than I thought I needed to, which is sad but I feel it's necessary. We'll be going to the island anyway, my boys, DH & I (possibly my ILs) and that will be good for me. Thanks again for all the well wishes and hugs. (NT) -- Ronlyn, Tuesday, May 12, 01:12:32pm
- Just let her her know that if she passes before you, you will be there to help scatter her ashes (NT) -- Lucy, Tuesday, May 12, 02:21:59pm
- Ronlyn, I'm SOOO sorry this had to happen!! It's hard to deal with relitives like this but you HAVE to let her know how you feel, or it will always be between the two of you. Once you can sit & talk (in person if possible) it's important to get it out in the open in order to get past it. Hugs!! (NT) -- Łinda, Tuesday, May 12, 03:37:34pm
- You'd think that with all the drama I've had in my family, that I'd have a great answer for you, but sadly, we are still working things out (or still talking about all the things that never got worked out...). I will say that I'm sorry for this situation and I hope you can resolve it in some way that brings you peace. (((((((Hugs)))))))) and what a sweetie your dh is for being so supportive. Take care! (NT) -- Robin, Saturday, May 16, 11:44:37am
Old Men Think Fast... -- Naughty Auntie Frannie, Saturday, May 16, 05:33:58am
An elderly man in Louisiana had owned a large farm for several years. He had a large pond in the back.

It was properly shaped for swimming, so he fixed it up nice with picnic tables, horseshoe courts, and some apple and peach trees.

One evening the old farmer decided to go down to the pond, as he hadn't been there for a while, and look it over. He grabbed a five-gallon bucket to bring back some fruit.

As he neared the pond, he heard voices shouting and laughing with glee. As he came closer, he saw it was a group of young women skinny-dipping in his pond.

He made the women aware of his presence and they all went to the deep end. One of the women shouted to him, "we're not coming out until you
leave!"

The old man frowned, "I didn't come down here to watch you ladies swim naked or make you get out of the pond naked." Holding the bucket up he said, "I'm just here to feed the alligator."

Old men can still think fast.

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- Thanks Frances - you started my day with a smile! (NT) -- Judy, Saturday, May 16, 07:56:32am
- ROTFLOL (NT) -- Tammy, Saturday, May 16, 08:44:42am
-- Łinda, Wednesday, May 06, 11:01:50pm

Happy Birthday, Lucy!
Do something wonderful just for you!

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- Lucy, at least the dance stuff is over so you can kick back & SPOIL YOURSELF on your day!!*G* (NT) -- Łinda, Wednesday, May 06, 11:05:04pm
- Happy birthday Lucy .... oooh he's luscious. Have a great day (NT) -- Chez, Thursday, May 07, 01:47:30am
- Happy Birthday Lucy. It's so good to see you back on the board. Just think, next year's dance stuff is already waiting around the corner to mug you. LOL What we will do for love... (NT) -- Frances, Thursday, May 07, 05:43:23am
- Happy Birthday, Lucy! I hope you have a fantastic day! XOXO (NT) -- P.C., Thursday, May 07, 07:36:12am
- Happy Birthday Lucy! (NT) -- Bo, Thursday, May 07, 11:32:51am
- Wow girl, the birthday fairy was thinking of you! Happiest of days. (NT) -- Sandra, Thursday, May 07, 07:23:52pm
- Grab a towel, Lucy - our boy needs some help drying off! There's a birtyhday treat. (NT) -- Beth, Thursday, May 07, 11:16:14pm
  - I love this guy, What a coincidence he's the model I chose for my new romance novel (NT) -- Lucy, Tuesday, May 12, 02:24:16pm
- Happy belated birthday, Lucy - hope it was great! (NT) -- Judy, Friday, May 08, 06:24:15am
Happy Mother's Day ! Hope the day is as special as all of you wonderful Ladies deserve. -- Sandra, Sunday, May 10, 09:19:15am
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- I agree! Happy Mothers Day to all you wonderful ladies!! (NT) -- Robin, Sunday, May 10, 05:14:28pm
  - Happy Belated Mother's Day!! (NT) -- MsE~, Monday, May 11, 02:38:44pm
- Hope yours was wonderful,Sandra & everybody!!!! (NT) -- Bo, Monday, May 11, 10:47:05pm
THANK YOU!!! -- Łinda, Saturday, May 09, 09:37:44pm
Just wanted to stop by & say thank you for all the birthday wishes! The card brought back SO MANY GREAT memories I can't begin to tell you!!*G*

I had a GREAT DAY!! My son & his wife came over for a while & then my daughter, came & took me to lunch & shopping!!

I got some new perfume, a new scanner & one of those universal card readers, that reads all the different data cards like for the cameras etc... & the new i life 09 version...

Then Kandy & her DH & Ron & I went to a GREAT Lobster place for dinner!

What a wonderful day spent with loved ones & tomorrow is more of the same. I hope all you mothers out there have a TERRIFIC Mothers Day!!

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- Nice hon, you so deserved your wonderful day! (NT) -- Sandra, Sunday, May 10, 09:15:25am
- Sorry I missed it Linda! Please accept my late wishes for a wonderful year ahead with lots of good books, good food and good friends! (((hugs)))) (NT) -- Robin, Sunday, May 10, 05:15:47pm
- Oh, Lin, I'm sorry I missed it. I hope it was the best ever! (NT) -- maggie, Sunday, May 10, 07:34:41pm
Free KFC redux ... -- Judy, Friday, May 08, 06:54:10am
Okay, so we went to the local KFC yesterday to claim our free meals - my son and dil, the two grandkids, my sister Lory and I. It was 5:00 - the line was out the door! Almost all the people had a coupon in their hands. They had two lines going, one for coupons and one for regular buyers. When we got to the front of the coupon line, the manager came out and announced that the free meal was dark meat only, mashed potatoes with gravy, cole slaw and a biscuit. If we wanted white meat, we had to pay $2.99 - AND get in the buyers' line. So ... Lory likes dark meat, so she took the free meal. My son, dil and I went to the back of the other line - understand, we'd already been waiting from the door to the front of the line! (Plus, she had already taken my coupon.) And, at this point, the manager announced that she would honor coupons only for those already in the restaurant door. She put a sign on the door, which angered those outside of course.

Okay, so we wait another 5 minutes, and the girl manning the free coupon only line announces that she'll now begin taking paying customers too - so a lady who just walked in the door moves in to give her order. Well ... I don't think so. I spoke out loudly from my next-in-line position in the buyers' line and said, "Wait a minute. The people behind me and I have been standing here for almost 20 minutes and this lady just walked in the door - that's not fair!" So the girl says, "Alright, who's next?" The gentleman behind me pointed to me and said, "This lady right here." So the girl said to me, "Okay, I'll take your order." At which point the lady who had just come in got all huffy and said, "Well, I'll just go home then!" Like we cared!!! I said, loudly with a fake-friendly smile, "Goodbye!"

Okay, so I'm now being waited on - I ordered 3 "free" meals with white meat chicken, plus, of course, 2 kids' meals with popcorn chicken (a rip-off for over 4 bucks each, by the way!), and 6 drinks. All in all, my "free" meals came to over $24.00!

I waited some more - the bag was finally given to me and I took it back to the table. Have you guessed what happened next? There were only 2 "free" white meat chicken meals in the bag! (Thank goodness, we had decided to eat there rather than take it home!) So I marched back up to the counter - there was still a line, of course - but a new, fresh manager had come on duty. I showed her my receipt, explained that I had paid $2.99 extra for THREE "free" meals with white meat, and had only received two. She apologized, went back, came up with another box for me. I started to walk back to the table, but realized that the box was very light - so I opened it there at the counter (where, of course, I'm butting in front of customers who are waiting to order their meals) and there was only one chicken breast in it - no sides or biscuit. So I again spoke up (no shrinking violet, I!) and said that I was supposed to get the complete meal with 2 pieces of white meat. She took the box back, fixed it, and gave it to me.

I walked to the table - where everyone else had almost finished their meals by now - opened my box, and found the breast, two sides, a biscuit, and a chicken leg! Irony of it all - Lory, who had taken the truly free meal with supposedly dark meat - she had been given 2 chicken breasts! LOL!!!!!

I've seen a couple articles on the Internet about the debacle that KFC has made of this thing - they just didn't expect such a hugh response. Wait a minute ... Oprah??? Free food??? Are they living in the dark ages???

Oh yeah, and by the way - the chicken IS good.

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- What a pain in the patoot!! Good thing you had your yardstick with you Judy....or then again maybe the people who didn't get in were the winners in this deal Thanks for the fine reporting lol and saving the rest of us the headache! Sorry you had to experience it first hand. Hugs. (NT) -- Sandra, Friday, May 08, 08:14:44am
- LOL Judy I'd love to have been there to see you sticking up for all the people waiting. *G* It's funny sometimes to just watch & see how many people who look like they'd not let people walk on them & then the nice sweet looking people will speak up for everyone.. *G* After your report my daughter called me with the info, but I decided it wasn't worth after seeing the reports a few weeks ago about Denny's free breakfast, the lines were out the door for hours.*G* (NT) -- Łinda, Friday, May 08, 08:27:53am
- Sounds like a major PITA,Judy,and to have to pay on top of it all...ugh! It's ridiculous how many times a business will come up with a gimmick and then be completely unprepared for the response and have to actually follow through. (NT) -- Bo, Friday, May 08, 09:18:39am
- PS to this - I watched Oprah again yesterday - the CEO of KFC said they gave away 4 million free meals on Thursday, and will give away 6.5 million more by staggering the dates for coupon holders. Amazing! (NT) -- Judy, Saturday, May 09, 07:07:34am
- Sock it to em, Ms Judy!!! (NT) -- Robin, Sunday, May 10, 05:20:36pm
Happy Mothers Day ... -- Judy, Saturday, May 09, 06:39:43pm
I think I published this one May when we were doing our monthly newsletter - but I received it again today in an email and thought of all you ReBeL moms - so here it is again.

Before I was a Mom,
I never tripped over toys
or forgot words to a lullaby.
I didn't worry whether or not my plants were poisonous.
I never thought about immunizations.

Before I was a Mom,
I had never been puked on.
Pooped on.
Chewed on.
Peed on.
I had complete control of my mind and my thoughts.
I slept all night.

Before I was a Mom,
I never held down a screaming child
so doctors could do tests.
Or give shots.
I never looked into teary eyes and cried.
I never got gloriously happy over a simple grin.
I never sat up late hours at night
watching a baby sleep.

Before I was a Mom,
I never held a sleeping baby
just because I didn't want to put her down.
I never felt my heart break into a million pieces
when I couldn't stop the hurt.
I never knew that something so small
could affect my life so much.
I never knew that I could love someone so much.
I never knew I would love being a Mom.

Before I was a Mom,
I didn't know the feeling of having my heart
outside my body.
I didn't know how special it could feel
to feed a hungry baby.
I didn't know that bond between a mother and her child.
I didn't know that something so small
could make me feel so important and happy.

Before I was a Mom,
I had never gotten up in the middle of the night
every ten minutes to make sure all was okay.
I had never known the warmth, the joy, the love,
the heartache, the wonderment or
the satisfaction of being a Mom.
I didn't know I was capable of feeling so much,
before I was a Mom.

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- Great Judy, thanks for sharing this with us!! (NT) -- Łinda, Saturday, May 09, 09:38:36pm
- Happy Mother's Day everyone, and Judy, thanks for posting this agian. (NT) -- Frances, Sunday, May 10, 08:22:39am
- Thanks Judy...it is so true. Amazing how they change our lives. (NT) -- Sandra, Sunday, May 10, 09:16:43am
HI!Just checking in! For a change, a couple more weeks i go on vacation, may23- june2 from work can't wait! Reading wicked game/lisa jackson/ nancy bush.So far so good. Went to a couple booksales and fleamarkets, got a lot of books to read!What's everyone doing for mother's day? I have to work! What's everyone reading? -- ann2, Friday, May 08, 04:49:24pm
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- Here's hoping you have nice, warm weather in PA for your vacation, Ann2! I'm re-reading some of my Mary Balogh books - she's such an incredible writer! (NT) -- Judy, Saturday, May 09, 07:09:13am
- Enjoy your vacation ann2!! (NT) -- Sandra, Saturday, May 09, 10:38:51am
Dance competition season is over, finally. -- , Wednesday, May 06, 01:22:36pm
Why do I give in to that kid? Somebody shoot me. I know I say this every year, but please, somebody talk some sense into me!!!! Happy Birthday to everybody I missed. I wanted to let you know my friends book has been released. Its a regency called' Mastering the Marguess' by Vanessa Kelly. If anybody reads it, let me know what you think. Has anyone read Sharon Page's new book called 'The Club'? Its not erotic, well its erotic, its not erotica. I've just started it, so far so good. Hope everyone is well. Okay, back to playing chaffeur. Oh and Pamela, I finally found a copy of your book in Vero Beach!!!!!! yeah. I had to drive to 2 bookstores to find it and it was forward facing, just so you know.
Wow, they really like Debbie Macomber there! One bookstore, who had very little romance, had 5 shelves, just for her!

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- I'm glad the season is over and you can take a break from that, Lucy. I'm glad you found a copy of my book. Which book???? LOL! (NT) -- P.C., Thursday, May 07, 07:37:22am
-- Łinda, Tuesday, May 05, 10:46:24pm

Have a GREAT day, Patty S!

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- Patty, I hope you have a great day!! (Standing in for Beaty) (NT) -- Łinda, Tuesday, May 05, 10:47:43pm
- Have a happy one, Patty. (NT) -- Judy, Wednesday, May 06, 05:30:43am
- Happy Birthday, Patty S! Have fun. (NT) -- Frances, Wednesday, May 06, 06:31:57am
- Happy Birthday Patty!!!! (NT) -- Lucy, Wednesday, May 06, 01:07:40pm
- Happy, Happy Birthday Patty S. Hope you got spoiled ! (NT) -- Sandra, Wednesday, May 06, 03:13:23pm
- Happy birthday Patty S (NT) -- Chez, Thursday, May 07, 01:48:57am
More vibes, please??? -- Merry, Friday, May 01, 11:31:55am

Sheesh. This is getting ridiculous. Turns out the shooting pains my dh was getting from lower back to -um- hip joint are probably not just from his arthritic back. And that nasty rash? Not bug bites, or even poison ivy. The poor man has shingles. He just started the anti-shingles meds, and hopefully he'll get some relief soon. *sigh* I sincerely hope this is THE END OF IT. I've been in enough dr.'s waiting rooms, etc., to last me a looonnnng time.

Can you kindly direct some anti-shingles RBL vibes to him?

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- Oh, HON! My dh had shingles about two years ago. Make sure he gets the nerve blockers, those things were a lifesaver. I can't remember if it's warm washcloths or cold you're supposed to use (it WAS two years ago), but I'll check for you if you'd like. They really helped my hubby when he got super itchy and pained. Definitely sending good vibes your way. (NT) -- ChrisMM , Friday, May 01, 07:56:01pm
  - Thanks! Any information would be great. My m-i-l had 'em, years ago, but I don't remember anymore what we did. Heck, I remember calamine lotion... which didn't help at all. (NT) -- Merry, Saturday, May 02, 11:18:38am
- Oh Sweetie, I am so sorry. Sending you and your DH RBL vibes. (NT) -- Frances, Saturday, May 02, 05:01:35am
  - All vibes gratefully accepted! Thanks. (NT) -- Merry, Saturday, May 02, 11:19:07am
- Sending LOT's of positive karma your way!! (NT) -- Łinda, Saturday, May 02, 07:49:59am
  - Thanks, Linda... the poor guy is so miserable, he needs some good karma for a change. (NT) -- Merry, Saturday, May 02, 11:20:05am
- Oh, Merry, you are certainly going through a ridiculously rough time right now! Hugs to you and your DH! I hope they're able to relieve his pain and help him heal quickly. Lots of RBL vibes and prayers coming your way. (NT) -- P.C., Saturday, May 02, 12:09:47pm
- My gosh, Merry - what next??? You have all of my good wishes right now! (NT) -- Judy, Sunday, May 03, 01:25:24pm
- Dang Merry, you guys have had more than your fair share of medical crud this year! Sending karma for good health. Hugs (NT) -- Sandra, Sunday, May 03, 09:03:14pm
- ouch, I had that once. did you know its stress related? and it comes from chicken pox? Hope he feels better soon (NT) -- Lucy, Wednesday, May 06, 01:11:04pm
-- Beaty, Sunday, May 03, 10:01:58am

One of my all-time-favorites.
Maggie's Guy!
Happy Birthday, Maggie!
Hope it's wonderful!

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- Happy Birthday Maggie! Hope it's wonderful!!! (NT) -- Bo, Sunday, May 03, 11:53:37am
- Maggie - I think it's time to share with your friends. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, friend! (NT) -- Judy, Sunday, May 03, 01:30:06pm
- Oh, I remember this guy! YUM! Happy Birthday, Maggie! Hope you have a fantastic day! (NT) -- P.C., Sunday, May 03, 01:48:32pm
- Pete Somebody, isn't it? Gotta love the Great Outdoors and Nature at its finest! Have a great day, Maggie! (NT) -- Beth, Sunday, May 03, 02:40:19pm
- Oh, let's go hiking!! Happy Birthday Mags! (NT) -- Ronlyn, Sunday, May 03, 03:22:43pm
- Thanks, everyone. I do love me some Pete. Today was unexpectedly sunny and warm so it's been great. (NT) -- maggie, Sunday, May 03, 05:02:33pm
- Happy Birthday again Maggs. :-) (NT) -- Frances, Sunday, May 03, 06:12:45pm
- Maggie, I hope you had a GREAT DAY!! I remember when we found this guy & you claimed him right away!!*EG* (NT) -- Łinda, Sunday, May 03, 07:39:59pm
- Hey Sweets...Happiest of birthdays!! (NT) -- Sandra, Sunday, May 03, 08:58:30pm
- Happy Birthday! (NT) -- Pamela W, Sunday, May 03, 09:08:31pm
- Oh my!! better than cake! Happy Birthday (NT) -- Lucy, Wednesday, May 06, 01:08:30pm
Free KFC coupons! -- Judy, Tuesday, May 05, 07:06:27pm
If you watched Oprah today, you saw that you can go to her website and get coupons for a free KFC grilled chicken meal - KFC is doing it to promote their new grilled chicken. You may print out 4 coupons; each one is good for 2 pieces of chicken, a biscuit, and two sides. You have to do it before 9:59 a.m. tomorrow - Central Time, I think. The coupons are good through May 19th, excluding Mothers Day. Here's the url:

http://www.oprah.com/kfc

I tried it while her show was on here in the east, but the website was overwhelmed - however, I was just able to do it.

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- Okay, the link doesn't work because of my html programming to center it on the board - so just highlight the url and copy it into your browser. (NT) -- Judy, Tuesday, May 05, 07:09:01pm
  - Thanks Judy but I had to add a backslash at the end of kfc so I had to do oprah.com/kfc/ (NT) -- CindyO , Tuesday, May 05, 07:34:34pm
- I had the grilled chicken the other day & it's good but don't get it thinking it's healthy.. I'm sure it's less calories than the fried but it still has skin so better but not best.. LOL (NT) -- Łinda, Tuesday, May 05, 08:05:38pm
  - It's marinated the same way that the fried chicken is, so it should be tasty even if you take the skin off before you eat it - I always do that whenever I eat chicken. And I figure you can't go wrong with 4 free meals. (NT) -- Judy, Wednesday, May 06, 05:29:30am
Damn, I miss you guys -- maggie, Sunday, May 03, 09:29:29pm
Sounds like the usual excellent time was had in Vegas. Maybe if I start saving pennies in a jar now, I'll be able to go again in 5 years. Sigh. Seriously, though, I had a big grant going in on Vegas weekend and I think that's the way life is going to be until I either retire or get another job. Sigh again.

Anyhoo, glad you all had a good time. I hope you kept them in line, Miss Judy.

I had a very nice birthday. It was supposed to rain but it was lovely and sunny. Had a nice brunch at Jak's and flirted with a REALLY cute waiter (Leiha and Nancy, you should come back and meet him. LOL!) Then I walked around the Sustainable Seattle fair and found some swing dance lessons to sign up for. Then I went and flirted with the really cute Pharmacy Assistant at Pharmaca and would love to hook him up with a coworker. After that, it was iced tea on the patio at Sue's, and a run to Safeway, and then home to lounge. This is the best birthday I've had in ages. It's nice to have one on a weekend.

I'm looking forward to Emma's next book. I've LOVED the last couple Joey Hill's (but then I always love all of her books). Kitty and the Dead Man's Hand was fun. I'm REALLY looking forward to the new Charlaine Harris which comes out on Tuesday! Wheee!

Hope everyone is doing well and not behaving AT ALL.

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- Maggs, it's great to be able to keep in touch on Facebook, but no way does it make up for post here at RBL. :-) (NT) -- Auntie Frannie, Monday, May 04, 04:43:54am
- I tried my darndest to keep them out of trouble, Maggie - but you know that gang! Leiha??? Linda??? Walking, talking double trouble! (NT) -- Judy, Monday, May 04, 02:11:11pm
  - ME????????? Huh!! I'm such a sweet thing now days I'm surprised people even recognize me... LOL (NT) -- Łinda, Tuesday, May 05, 08:07:22pm
  - Yes, and I'm sure everything was THEIR fault, too. LOL! (NT) -- maggie, Tuesday, May 05, 08:54:11pm
- Hey Sweetpea you know Vegas wouldn't be Vegas without "the trouble"! MISSED you hon and am happy to hear you had such a nice BD. Hugs (NT) -- Sandra, Tuesday, May 05, 05:26:32pm
  - Miss you, too, Punkin. I think it's time for another Northwest RBL gathering. Anyone else game? I'm SURE Nancy would LOVE to host another one..... hee hee! (NT) -- maggie, Tuesday, May 05, 08:55:29pm
A request -- Beaty, Monday, May 04, 10:12:33am
Hey RBLs! I have a friend that would like to read the Debbie Macomber series that starts with NAVY WIFE. She has all of the other books except that one and has found that it is really expensive in the used book stores on the web. So my request is that if you have a copy she could read, would you share it? Or if you have a copy you'd like to get rid of, would you send it my way? *G*

Thanks!

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- Beaty, I don't read her, but I'll check my UBS this weekend....I can probably get it for under $2. If my library sale place has it, its likely 50c. I'll let you know. If you find beforehand, pls post so we know. :) (NT) -- Robin, Monday, May 04, 04:25:10pm
  - Beaty, FOUND IT! I'll send you an email. (NT) -- Robin, Tuesday, May 05, 03:11:13pm
- I don't read her either, but will check at my UBS.. (NT) -- Łinda, Monday, May 04, 06:18:21pm
- Thanks ladies! I'd check at my UBS if I had one. *G* I'll definitely let you know if I get a copy somewhere. (NT) -- Beaty, Monday, May 04, 07:00:20pm
ARC REVIEW of Kissing Midnight by Emma Holly -- Bo, Sunday, May 03, 01:29:14pm
When I learned Emma was working on a new Upyr trilogy featuring Edmund FitzClare,I was beyond excited.If you've never met Edmund before this book,it is a wonderful place to start,certainly. You'll get to know someone who is sexy,exciting,compassionate and protective.If you've already met Edmund in previous Midnight books,you will appreciate him even more in this.The transformation he has undergone along the way is incredible,intense,yet utterly believable.Emma's skill as a writer is what makes this possible.She has shaped and molded and formed him into something rare and unique-a truly decent human being,who isn't actually human at all!

Edmund has adopted three children and raised them as his own,doing a wonderful job of it. They are a close family,and he shows his love for them in so many ways,you can't help but feel the bond they all have,and share in their emotions.I really loved the 'pack' feeling I got from them,although Edmund is the shapeshifter among them,capable of turning into a wolf.Estelle,school friend of Edmund's daughter Sally,fits right in with them and proves herself to be just what Edmund needs.

The chemistry between Edmund and Estelle is explosive,and the sex scenes are SMOKIN' HOT and thrilling (Of course! It's The Holly,after all! *G*) and oh-so-tantalizing.Estelle is fearless about her desire for Edmund,and determined to convince him that he IS a good man.

While their relationship is developing,we also get the added bonus of some ambitious,manipulative villains who actually DARE to risk crossing not only Edmund and family,but the reigning vampire Queen of London,Nim Wei.If you've never met her,be afraid.Be VERY afraid.Nim Wei is one of the blood-drinking Upyr,rather than the shapeshifting variety.She's fascinating and terrifying,all at once,and Emma has used her considerable skill to sharpen Nim Wei,as she sharpened Edmund.

The result is the flawless blending of characters,elements and settings that Emma does so well.I laughed,I cried,I fanned myself (repeatedly! *G*),I was on the edge of my seat and just loving it from start to finish.RUN,don't walk,to get it on JUNE 2nd!!! THANK YOU EMMA!!! Rating:5 HUGH!!!

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- Thanks for the review Bo, can't wait for this one!! (NT) -- Łinda, Sunday, May 03, 07:44:59pm
- Great review Bo, thanks. (NT) -- Sandra, Sunday, May 03, 09:00:55pm
- Thanks so much, Bo! I'm really glad you liked the book, and I appreciate the time you put into this! (NT) -- Emma Holly , Monday, May 04, 05:54:01am
- Ooooo I will absolutely be running to get this one!!! Can't wait Emma! Thanks Bo! (NT) -- Mandy, Tuesday, May 05, 02:46:04am

Releases.... -- Beaty, Thursday, April 30, 08:08:32pm

May 1st Releases...

Edge of Danger - Rhyannon Byrd
Night Rescuer - Cindy Dees
In Care of Sam Beaudry - Kathleen Eagle
Under Her Skin - Susan Mallery
The Law of Love - Nora Roberts
Bloodline - Maggie Shayne
Silver Falls - Anne Stuart

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Careful on the Nora Roberts - it's a repub of two old Silhouettes, "The Law is a Lady" and "Lawless". (NT) -- Judy, Friday, May 01, 07:43:53am
Thanks for the heads up Judy....I hate when they do that!!! (NT) -- Sandra, Sunday, May 03, 09:04:22pm

Ya know, when I lood at this sweet young thing, I think... -- Naughty Auntie Frannie, Sunday, May 03, 05:24:20am

He has the nicest smile! >:-D

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- Smile? He has a smile? Oh, yeah - I hadn't noticed before. :) (NT) -- Judy, Sunday, May 03, 01:28:46pm
  - I didn't notice either. LOL! Guess I know what I wasn't looking at. (NT) -- P.C., Sunday, May 03, 01:47:50pm
- I like a guy who's secure enough in his masculinity to use lace-trimmed sheets. LOL! (NT) -- maggie, Sunday, May 03, 05:03:56pm
- I'm so loving this wallpaper! I was wondering more about what's under the sheet. (NT) -- Sunday, May 03, 09:03:59pm
What I did on my Vegas vacation: -- Judy, Wednesday, April 29, 07:58:52am
talked, laughed, ate, shopped, talked, hugged, smiled, shopped, played dominoes, read, talked, laughed, hugged, played euchre, hugged, ate, played dominoes, mellowed out (spa day), laughed, talked, played a nickle poker slot, read, ate, smiled, shopped, hugged, got teary saying my goodbyes ... HAD A GREAT TIME!

PS - Notice that I didn't mention "slept" in my list.

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- I also noticed you did NOT mention flipping certain people SH%# when ever possible GF MISS YOU! I had a blast causing trouble with you *EG*. Ducking and running for cover from Lin (NT) -- Sandra, Wednesday, April 29, 08:24:19am
  - Now wait a minute - I only did the flip thing ONE time, and it was because Linda and my sister ganged up on me in dominoes - so I did a two-handed flip. Otherwise, I was pretty much a model of decorum. (NT) -- Judy, Thursday, April 30, 06:24:13am
- I did notice she said "shopped" and it was fun shopping and the DH loves the dress. Hugs, shopping,the spaaaaa and I didn't have to play dominos,( cause I always lose). It was a wonderful time with everybody. (NT) -- debbie o, Wednesday, April 29, 07:20:02pm
  - I'm so glad he loves the dress, Debbie - it is beautiful on you! (NT) -- Judy, Thursday, April 30, 06:27:19am
- AND, you got two new authors! :-D It was so great to finally meet you face to face. (NT) -- ChrisMM , Friday, May 01, 07:57:43pm
  - It was great to meet you too, Chris - and I enjoyed the Hoyt and Leigh books! Thanks again! (NT) -- Judy, Sunday, May 03, 01:27:15pm
Not to rain on the Vegas parade..... -- Nes, Tuesday, April 28, 02:21:13am
Last Friday April 24 I had to put my cat, Droppie to sleep.

Thursday night, I noticed a bulge on my black cat's left flank and a wound that was the size of a golf ball full with pus and blood. We brought him to the vet Friday morning with all hope that everything would be well after the operation. JK went to work and I did the normal every Friday chores and planned a run just before 15:30 because that would be the time I would pick him up.

When I got back from my run, I saw 3 missed calls from the vet and with a bad feeling called back and he told me the bad news. I was shattered and my heart broke. Called up JK and we met up at the vet. Still sweating from my run, upset and crying I saw him lying there still in narcosis stupor. He was injected with an overdose of morphine and we were both there to watch him breathe his last breath.

Droppie has been with us for 10 years. He bossed the other 2 cats around, made lots of noises, and brought us birds, frogs, mice and what not. He opens doors, drawers and was very smart. A black cat. A beautiful cat and he was 13 years old and is now at the Rainbow Bridge.

Beaty, would you be so kind as to put a pic of him up at the Rainbow Bridge? Thanks in advance.

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- I am so sorry to hear about your loss Nes and am sending you much love and hugs. What a beautiful boy. Take care. -- Sarah, Tuesday, April 28, 02:42:45am
- Aw I am so sorry about your loss, loosing a pet is horrible! *hugs* (NT) -- Mandy, Tuesday, April 28, 06:38:16am
- Aw, Nes, I'm so sorry. Of course. I'd be glad to do that for you. I missed you in Vegas. Even with all those 19 voices sounding out in RBL Central, I missed hearing yours. Here's the ((((HUG)))) I missed giving you there. (NT) -- Beaty, Tuesday, April 28, 07:16:17am
- ((((((Nes)))))), There are no words. (NT) -- Frances, Tuesday, April 28, 07:38:02am
- I'm so sorry, Nes! What a heartbreaking loss for you and JK. :-( (NT) -- P.C., Tuesday, April 28, 08:21:28am
- Nes, I'm so sorry for your loss. (NT) -- Beth, Tuesday, April 28, 09:16:25am
- Oh,Nes,I am SO,so sorry! Sounds like he was a wonderful friend & brought you & JK lots of joy.(((((HUGS))))) (NT) -- Bo, Tuesday, April 28, 10:24:07am
- Nes, I was so sorry to hear the news on your fur baby!!! Sending you and JK hugh (((HUGS))). Love ya! (NT) -- Rosie, Tuesday, April 28, 02:06:11pm
- Nes I am so sorry for your loss. I know what it is to loose a fur baby. I will be keeping you and yours in my thoughts and prayers. (NT) -- Brenda aka Toodles, Tuesday, April 28, 04:39:12pm
- Sending you and JK an gentle {{HUG}}. I'm so sorry to hear this happened Nes. (NT) -- Ann, Tuesday, April 28, 05:04:51pm
- Oh darling that is so sad. I'm terribly sorry you lost your lovely cat. Sending you lots of (((((HUGS))))) and my thoughts are with you (NT) -- Chez, Tuesday, April 28, 05:54:13pm
- Nes, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Gentle hugs Honey. (NT) -- Sandra, Tuesday, April 28, 07:23:56pm
- I'm sorry Nes!!! (((HUGS))) (NT) -- , Wednesday, April 29, 09:02:57am
- Nes, I'm so very sorry, I know how much it hurts and how much you must miss Droppie. It's the hardest decision for a pet owner to make. We had to put our beloved Tiger, our dog, down on Monday. I'm missing him so much. Hugs, Bonnie (NT) -- Bonnie Vanak, Wednesday, April 29, 05:25:56pm
- Oh, Nes, I'm so sorry, hon! (((hugs))) At least you were able to be there, not that it's any consolation, but still. (NT) -- ChrisMM, Friday, May 01, 07:25:46pm
Video & pics from RT 2009 -- Lynda/WA, Thursday, April 30, 11:40:32pm
I was just at Megan Harts website and she has her video/pics posted from at RT. Just thought some of you who went (or didn't) would want to see. I know its always fun to look through photos and see if you know anyone or maybe even appear in the video yourself.

http://www.meganhart.com/novels/stranger.php

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- It's the one that says looking for a stranger -- Lynda/WA, Thursday, April 30, 11:41:46pm
The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie by Jennifer Ashley -- , Thursday, April 30, 04:46:20pm
Lately I have been a bit blah about historical romances, but every so often one comes along that completely blows you away. This book is one of them. I've always loved Jennifers historicals, with Pirate Next Door being one of those books I reread at least once a year. This new one is just superb, raising the bar to new heights and I am totally in love with Ian Mackenzie.

Bought this book on the premise of perhaps it being of a Flowers from the Storm by Laura Kinsale type feel, injured hero type trope. It is and it isn't like this. The hero has (from her site) Aspergers Syndrome and this is drawn so well that you feel for, understand and love the character warts and all. The heroine is fresh and not just a repeat of a hundred other historical heroines, her motivation and gradual love for Ian is completely understandable, the sex is HOT, steamy and thigh clenchingly described. The mystery hangs the story together, but I would read it again just for the characters and I know this book will go on my annual reread list.

Well done Jennifer for creating such a wonderful story and I can't wait to see what you do with the next one. Such a treat to discover this little gem.

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- Chez, what a great recommendation. (NT) -- Frances, Thursday, April 30, 08:02:42pm
Reviews and Releases ... -- Judy, Thursday, April 30, 01:25:19pm
Tammy has previewed two books - including Emma Holly's KISSING MIDNIGHT - and loved them both. You'll find her reviews at the RBL Cafe/Internet Girl.

Also, I've put up the list of May releases at the cafe - I have a feeling that this will be an expensive month, ReBeLs, as many of our favorite authors have books coming out! You'll find the May Releases page at the RBL Cafe/Internet Girl too.

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Y'know how things never go quite as you plan? I think I may be the Queen of "Not-as-I-planned" now... -- Merry, Tuesday, April 28, 12:33:58pm

I posted for vibes (and thank you one and all - I think they did help a lot!) about my "examination under anaesthesia" that was supposed to happen Monday. It didn't. I had to postpone it. Seems that when you get an ambulance ride to the local hospital, spend hours in the ER having ekg's and blood tests and wind up in a room on the cardiac floor, anaesthesia the following day is contraindicated. I'll put the rest inside, so as not to clog up the board...

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- The saga of "Not-as-I-Planned", cont'd. ***with a special question for KellieJo*** -- Merry, Tuesday, April 28, 12:42:05pm
  - Merry.... -- KelliJo, Tuesday, April 28, 02:03:18pm
    - Thanks, KJ - and deepest empathies to your dh. Believe me, I feel for him! Why do these things have to happen, anyway? (NT) -- Merry, Wednesday, April 29, 11:08:03am
  - ((((((Merry)))))) and (((((KJ)))))), my heart goes out to you both. I'll be keeping you both in my prayers. (NT) -- Frances, Wednesday, April 29, 02:41:48am
- "Not a heart attack" is good, I guess, in the great scheme of things. Here's wishing you less stress, Merry, and a happy resolution. (NT) -- Beth, Tuesday, April 28, 02:10:21pm
- Scary story, but I'm glad you're doing ok (sort of) now. Take care honey (NT) -- Chez, Tuesday, April 28, 05:55:38pm
- Sorry to hear you had a difficult weekend Merry - I'm so glad that you weren't having a heart attack, but you really do need to sit with your colo-rectal surgeon and have a frank discussion about repairing your fistula - as you said - knowledge is your friend! ((((Merry)))) (NT) -- Colleen L , Tuesday, April 28, 06:03:42pm
- Oh Sweetie, I am thankful that the could haves didn't happen but soooo sorry you had to go through all that additional stress. Hugs with lots of wishes for future good health news. (NT) -- Sandra, Tuesday, April 28, 07:12:11pm
- Merry and Kelli Jo - I'm sending good RBL karma your way! Take care! (NT) -- Judy, Wednesday, April 29, 07:45:06am
Thank you & made it home... -- Łinda, Monday, April 27, 09:17:32pm
It was about 1pm before I got home & had to sleep a while before posting..LOL

While I got a lot more sleep than past years, the last two nights I was up most of the night, trying to cram in as much quality time as possible with everyone..*G*

I want to THANK EVERYONE for coming & helping us celebrate out 10th anniversary. It was just GREAT... Below is the Group picture for this year!!!

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- Nancy and I just got home about 45 minutes ago, we're exhausted but had a wonderful time. It always goes by so fast and I never feel like I've spent enough time with everyone but I'll take what I can get. Linda, I really think you should have used one of the group shots where I'm molesting Debbie with my breasts LOL. (NT) -- Leiha , Monday, April 27, 11:50:03pm
  - LOL I would have but its so hard to see....VEG You are so right though its never enough time! Glad you both got home safely.. (NT) -- Łinda, Tuesday, April 28, 12:11:29am
- You guys look like you're having so much fun!! So jealous I couldn't get to go! Can't wait to see more pics (NT) -- Mandy, Tuesday, April 28, 01:58:51am
- What a wonderful pic!!! You all look very lovely! (NT) -- Nes, Tuesday, April 28, 02:09:15am
  - You're all gorgeous and I am SOOOOO jealous. Hope you've had the best of times. Kisses x x x -- Sarah, Tuesday, April 28, 02:43:47am
- The absolutely AMAZING part about this picture is that we've been sitting/standing through about 15 shots trying to get the PERFECT shot and everyone is still smiling. *G* (NT) -- Beaty (Home at last!), Tuesday, April 28, 07:13:40am
- OHMYGOSH! You all look so wonderful. ((((Hugs to all)))) (NT) -- Frances, Tuesday, April 28, 07:40:59am
- I had a fabulous time and it was wonderful meeting you all! (NT) -- Lin, Tuesday, April 28, 11:48:41am
- What a great group we are, eh? I had a blast and loved keeping everyone up till 4:00 in the morning trying to get every moment I could with my best friends. Love you all and miss you terribly already! (NT) -- Rosie, Tuesday, April 28, 02:07:55pm
- What a gorgeous pack of lovely ladies. (NT) -- Chez, Tuesday, April 28, 05:58:08pm
- Thank you to everyone for making this such a great Sleepover. Never is enough time to spend with everybody but it sure is FUN trying! Sorry I haven't checked in earlier but I slept for twelve hours and then took a nap *G*! Y'all wore me out. Hugs (NT) -- Sandra, Tuesday, April 28, 07:28:17pm
- What a beautiful group of women! Glad you had a great time! (NT) -- Gabmar, Wednesday, April 29, 05:13:47am
- Look at all of you hotties!!!! Wish I could have been there! (NT) -- Bobbi, Wednesday, April 29, 08:59:38am

Releases.... -- Beaty, Tuesday, April 28, 09:24:20am

April 28th Releases...

The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie - Jennifer Ashley
At Last Comes Love - Mary Balogh
Eternal Craving - Nina Bangs
Moonlight Warrior - Janet Chapman
Burning Wild - Christine Feehan
True Love and Other Disasters - Rachel Gibson
Doomsday Can Wait - Lori Handeland
To Beguile a Beast - Elizabeth Hoyt
No Limits - Alison Kent
Till There Was You - Lynn Kurland
No Choice But Seduction - Malory Novel - Johanna Lindsey
The Pretender's Crown - The Inheritor's Cycle #2 - C E Murphy
Vision in White - The Wedding Quartet #1 - Nora Roberts
Lover Avenged - Black Dagger Brotherhood #7 - J R Ward

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Lover Avenged landed on me last night - and near broke a rib! 525 pages in hardback. 171 pages in...Good so far, but continuing the urban fantasy rather than intense romance theme. (NT) -- Beth, Tuesday, April 28, 02:14:57pm
Thanks for the I had forgotten some of these were due out...cause, you know what I am waiting for (NT) -- Sandra, Tuesday, April 28, 07:52:46pm

Thanks to all the Vegas ladies!!! -- Bo, Monday, April 27, 10:56:25am
I got home fine last night,but my phone died while talking to Lin & Rosie (sorry!!!).I hope everyone else gets home safe & sound.I had such a great time!!! I want to say THANK YOU to EVERYONE who came this year-whether it was a friend I hadn't seen in years or someone I just met this year,it was wonderful to see & visit with you all.I always want more time to visit,but it really made me feel good to see all of us gathered in Central for the book & frame exchange,or just chatting away.Or seeing dominoes bring out the true nature of some people! *G*

Oh,and my opening salvo against was a cheap,but successful shot.GAME ON!!!

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- Glad you got home alright & thanks for calling & letting me know you made it.*G* As always it was Wonderful seeing everyone but not nearly long enough.. (NT) -- Łinda, Monday, April 27, 08:41:36pm
- Bo, it sucked that the phone died. I thought I was the one that did it till Lin told me your phone was on its last leg. Glad you made it home safe and take care not to do too much damage to the DH. LOL!!! (NT) -- Rosie, Tuesday, April 28, 02:09:09pm
- Hi Roomie!!! Miss you and thanks for being such a sweetheart. (NT) -- Sandra, Tuesday, April 28, 07:30:39pm
Ach! My arms are empty! -- Beaty, Tuesday, April 28, 07:25:03am
Hugs. It's the thing I most look forward to and the thing I miss the most upon leaving. There is the smiles and the laughter. There is the chatting and catching up. There is meeting new RBLs. But the one thing I miss most is those hugs.

While I have your attention, if you EVER get the chance to go see Terry Fator grab it with both hands. The man is absolutely amazing. He is an entertainer. It is what he wants to be and he has definitely hit that mark. I'd spend the money to go see him again tonight. What a wonderful time we had during that show. I laughed until my face hurt.

Now I'm off to post a new wallpaper. It may not turn out perfect, but that's OK. It's from one of the bags during one of the gift exchanges in Vegas. You're gonna luv him! *G*

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- Yummy WP for sure! *G* Thank you! Miss you already (((HUGS))) (NT) -- Bo, Tuesday, April 28, 10:20:52am
- * -- Rosie, Tuesday, April 28, 02:03:38pm
  - Oops, it's been so long since I posted I screwed it up! (NT) -- Rosie, Tuesday, April 28, 02:04:30pm
- MISS YOU too Sweetie! Hmmmmm the wallpaper is looking very familiar *VBG*. (NT) -- Sandra, Tuesday, April 28, 07:21:36pm
-- Beaty, Sunday, April 26, 08:21:27pm

Happy Birthday, Merry!
Do something just for you.
Good luck today!

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- Happy, Happy Birthday Merry!! (NT) -- Sandra posting without her icon, Sunday, April 26, 09:09:25pm
- Hey Merry hope you have a GREAT DAY!!! (NT) -- Łinda, Sunday, April 26, 09:30:10pm
- Happy Birthday Merry! I hope that it's wonderful for you. (NT) -- Frances, Sunday, April 26, 10:57:27pm
- Happy Birthday Merry! (NT) -- Bo, Monday, April 27, 10:57:19am
- Happy birthday Merry, hope it was lovely (NT) -- Chez, Monday, April 27, 04:05:18pm
- Thanks, kids... Your good thoughts are the only good things that happened this weekend, I think. Aside from NOT having a "cardiac event". (NT) -- Merry, Tuesday, April 28, 12:20:51pm
Vibes, please? -- Merry, Saturday, April 25, 06:11:21pm

RBL vibes always seem to help... may I have some please? It seems I'll be celebrating my birthday at the hospital with a little anaesthetic cocktail. I've been having problems with something called a fistula (and you do NOT want to know what it is!) for about a year and a half, two years now. Unfortunately, this week I had a bad flareup, and the dr. says he wants to do "an examination under anaesthesia", find the dam* thing and fix it.

Now, _his_ terminology wasn't too scary, but when I went for the pre-testing yesterday, they kinda scared me with the "bad stuff" speech. You know the one - "it's possible that...". I know already that it's going to result in discomfort and other unpleasantness, considering the location, but some of the aftereffects sound downright nasty. And forever.

The dr. is a pre-eminent specialist (heck, a surgeon sent me to him!), and he's very good at what he does. I just wish he didn't have to do it, y'know? But the fistula is far too painful to live with as-is. I have to do something. It hasn't bothered me for a year, and then swatted me down but good... no warning, just BAM.

So... think of me on Monday afternoon, willya please? I can use all the good vibes and thoughts you can waft this way, please. Visualize a small problem. Visualize an easy fix. Visualize no nasty after-effects that Vicodin and a little time can't fix. Please?

Thank you, one and all.

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- Merry, I wish you well and my prayers and all my good thoughts are with you. I've had many times in my life when the love and friendship from the people on this site has helped me recover and get through it. Just keepthinking as positive as you can and know that we are all there for you. (NT) -- Brenda aka Toodles, Saturday, April 25, 06:18:07pm
- Oh Merry, you can bet that we will be keeping you in our prayers until it is well. ((((hugs)))) (NT) -- Frances, Saturday, April 25, 08:40:12pm
- Merry, you'll be in my thoughts tomorrow. Hope all goes well. (NT) -- Beth, Saturday, April 25, 10:45:37pm
- My husband has suffered through MULTIPLE fistulas so I know exactly what you are going through...I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers! (NT) -- KelliJo, Sunday, April 26, 09:15:04am
- Oh Merry my heinie is clenched in sympathy! Yes it will be uncomfortable while you heal, but it will ALL be worth it in the end (bad pun I know!). ((((((Merry))) (NT) -- Colleen L , Sunday, April 26, 02:19:51pm
- You'll be in my thoughts and prayers, Merry! I wrote an article about women in the third world who suffer from fistulas with no hope of ever getting medical treatment. Hopefully, it will be easier than you imagine and you'll be feeling much better soon!!! ((((hugs))) (NT) -- P.C., Sunday, April 26, 06:12:28pm
- Best of luck, Merry! I'll be sending get better vibes tomorrow on the road. I wish you all the best results. (NT) -- Beaty, Sunday, April 26, 06:31:50pm
- Oh Sweetie, keeping you in my thoughts...sending lots of positive karma! (NT) -- Sandra posting without her icon, Sunday, April 26, 09:27:08pm
- Will be sending all the positive thoughts & prayers in the world your way!! (NT) -- Łinda, Sunday, April 26, 09:32:27pm
- Sending lots of belated RBL vibes, hope everything went ok honey (NT) -- , Monday, April 27, 04:10:44pm
  - Thinking of you and I hope you get much better soon. Hugs. -- Sarah, Tuesday, April 28, 02:45:09am
Wanna know why I lurve my husband soooo much? He just walked in the door from NYC carrying a copy of Breaking Dawn. I finished Eclipse two days ago and there is an 8 week wait for an English copy here in HK. (Tonnes available in Chinese, but they might as well be in Atlantean!) Now I have to hurry up and finish Promises in Death, I am dying to know what happens to Bella and Edward. Though I am prepared to duck and run for cover here, I love Jake, love him! Might even prefer him, he's not soooo perfect, ya know? -- Joanie xx, Sunday, April 26, 08:03:33am
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- I think Stephanie Meyer said she loved Jake most, too, Joanie, so you're in good company. Breaking Dawn was my least favorite of the series, so it will be interesting to see what you think of it. It cured my Obsessive Cullen Disorder. I think I liked the first two best. (NT) -- P.C., Sunday, April 26, 04:58:17pm
- LOL, sometime men DO understand don't they. I read the first book, but could not bring myself to read the second, just too depressing. Darling daughter thinks all things Edward are sparkly and lovely, she's Edward all the way. (NT) -- , Monday, April 27, 04:08:22pm
  - Methinks the warm fuzzy feelings I have for my husband spilled over into my original post. Ahem, I don't actually like the books so much and can't see myself reading them again but I have an affliction....I can't bear not to know the ending of something unless it's a real hurl at the wall in disgust book, which I quaintly call 'javelins', well if it's not that bad I just have to soldier on! Gee, there probably should have been some punctuation back there, sorry if you get eyestrain reading this!! So far I have read the first part of BD, Bella's part and I have eyestrain from rolling my eyeballs so much! I shall keep on truckin' though. If I was half my age I'd think it was awesome... (NT) -- Joanie xx, Monday, April 27, 07:05:40pm
- Oh great, I'm just waiting for them to arrive today.... like Joanie I just wanna know what happens to Edward and Bella. I just hope it doesn't take like 15 books before they have their happily ever after. (NT) -- Nes, Tuesday, April 28, 02:12:03am
-- Beaty, Tuesday, April 21, 06:54:04pm

Happy Birthday, Melinda!
Wish you were here!
Do something just for you - and ENJOY.
((((HUGS))))

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- Happy Birthday from VEGAS BABY!!! *G* Wish you were here!! (NT) -- Łinda, Tuesday, April 21, 08:25:23pm
- Have a lovely birthday! (NT) -- Robin, Wednesday, April 22, 05:16:17am
- Happy Birthday Melinda! Wish we were all in Vegas. Have fun everybody. (NT) -- Auntie Frannie, Wednesday, April 22, 06:24:39am
- Hey!!! THANKS YOU GUYS!! I'm still alive - - and even lurk now and then. I can't believe you still think of me! I'm honored. HUGS all around. Have a shot in Vegas for me!!!!! (NT) -- Melinda, Wednesday, April 22, 08:30:55pm
- Happy birthday, Melinda - and thanks for the card - it came today! (NT) -- Merry, Saturday, April 25, 06:02:02pm
- Oooh now Melinda, he looks very niiiiiiiiiice. Hope you day was lovely (NT) -- , Monday, April 27, 04:13:40pm
-- Beaty, Thursday, April 23, 07:06:32am

Happy Birthday, Frances!
Have a GREAT day!

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- Happy birthday Auntie Frannie! (NT) -- Bo, Thursday, April 23, 09:00:16am
- Hope you have a WONDERFUL DAY!! (NT) -- Łinda, Thursday, April 23, 03:04:25pm
- Thank you for the good wishes. It's been a nice day. Are those diamonds he's reclining on? ... Hmm... on the rocks? LOL (NT) -- Naughty Auntie Frannie, Thursday, April 23, 05:21:30pm
  - Happy Birthday, Frannie! (NT) -- Beth, Friday, April 24, 04:01:19pm
- Wooohooo! Auntie Frannie!! Happy Birthday, (NT) -- MsE~, Friday, April 24, 02:35:22pm
- Happy birthday, Frannie! (NT) -- Merry, Saturday, April 25, 06:12:54pm
- Late again, but hope it was a luscious and lovely day (NT) -- , Monday, April 27, 04:12:29pm
I'm going from memory here, since I left my list at home. I know I'm close! *G* Hope I have the day right. -- Beaty, Thursday, April 23, 07:10:55am

Happy Birthday, Bonnie Vanak!
Hope your day is extra special!

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- Happy Birthday Bonnie! (NT) -- Bo, Thursday, April 23, 08:59:36am
- Happy Birthday from VEGAS BABY!!! *G* Hope you have a great day!!! (NT) -- Łinda, Thursday, April 23, 03:03:45pm
- Happy Birthday, Bonnie! I just bought The Lady & The Libertine last night. Hope Your birthday's a great one! (NT) -- Lynda/WA, Thursday, April 23, 04:42:14pm
- Happy Birthday Bonnie! Have a good one. (NT) -- Frances, Thursday, April 23, 05:18:39pm
- Thanks Beaty! It IS Today. Thanks everyone. Lynda, hope you enjoy LIbertine. I'm off tomorrow to RT in Orlando, have a great weekend, all and a wonderful time in VEGAS! (NT) -- Bonnie Vanak, Thursday, April 23, 06:39:59pm
  - Hope you're having a great time at RT, Bonnie! And happy, happy Birthday! XOXOXXO (NT) -- P.C., Saturday, April 25, 11:55:47am
- Have a joyous day! (NT) -- MsE~, Friday, April 24, 02:33:53pm
- Ooh I'm late, but hope it was fabulous (NT) -- , Monday, April 27, 04:11:45pm
-- Beaty, Friday, April 24, 08:57:39am

Happy Birthday, Kristi!
Have a day just for you!
Hope it's wonderful!

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- Happy Birthday Kristi! Hope that it's beautiful for you. (NT) -- Frances, Friday, April 24, 10:02:44am
- "Veins, veins,. they are so sexy!" Happy Birthday Kristi! I hope that your day is filled with love, laughter and lotsa gifts! (NT) -- MsE~, Friday, April 24, 02:30:34pm
- Happy Birthday, Kristi!! (NT) -- KelliJo, Friday, April 24, 06:34:27pm
- Happy Birthday, Gangsta!!!! I hope you had a wonderful day and I hope this coming year is full of nothing but good things for you! (NT) -- P.C., Saturday, April 25, 12:37:37am
- Kristi, I hope your day is/was GREAT!!!*G* (NT) -- Łinda, Saturday, April 25, 02:47:42am
- Happy Birthday Kristi!! (NT) -- Sandra posting without her icon, Saturday, April 25, 06:45:34pm
- Happy birthday Kristi (NT) -- , Monday, April 27, 04:11:13pm
Happy Birthday! and everything else. -- Brenda aka Toodles, Saturday, April 25, 06:33:39pm
I haven't been on the site much lately so I've missed a ton of Birthdays and a bunch of new people, I'm stopping by to say "Welcome" and Happy Birhtday! I am going to try and really get back on the site. I miss all the fun I've had on here.

I have just gotten back home today after staying with my father for a few days. He is 81 and now lives alone and just had carple tunnel surgery on his left hand. Of course he's left handed and like me can't do much with the other hand. Anyway he is doing great now and told me that he could be on his own now. I've started to feel like the parent for my parents instead of the child. Anyway I'm glad to be back home and can sleep in my own bed and plus my cats are thrilled I'm back home to feed them treats.

Oh I've been reading a great new book, by Nina Bangs. Its the second in her new series. I love the series and can't wait for the next book. It is a paranormal and the heros have souls that were orignally dinosaurs that have been placed in human men in the year 2012. Its so cool, I never would have thought of dino's being in a romance but if they can do dragon's why not.

Well, since there is not much on tv tonight I think I'll head to bed and finish my book and start a new one. I've not been reading as much while I've been taking care of my father so I'm behind.

Toodles and goodnight everyone. Take care
Brenda

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- Toodles, Brenda. Glad that your father is doing well. (NT) -- Frances, Saturday, April 25, 08:35:54pm
- Hi Sweetie!! (NT) -- Sandra posting without her icon, Sunday, April 26, 09:17:26pm
- Hey Brenda, nice to see you here. Haven't read much Nina Bangs, don't know why as the couple I did read were good, will have to look her up again (NT) -- , Monday, April 27, 04:09:57pm
Story from Vegas -- Beaty, Sunday, April 26, 06:47:50pm
I'm on the way home. But I thought I'd share a bit of what happened last night at out Steakhouse dinner. We had it all planned out. Drop the car off in valet, join the girls for supper, then spend the evening playing dominoes back at RBL Central.

Our first indication of trouble was that you couldn't pull into valet AT ALL! Of course, they took us around the block a couple times before they told us valet was full and had been since very early that morning. This turned out to be a good thing, but at the time it was very frustrating trying to get into the hotel.

I'm going to skip ahead here and say we made it to our destination, we enjoyed some wonderful food and some even more wonderful company. Now it's time to leave. The EVENT that had all of the valet parking tied up was the Britney Spears concert. The concert housed 16,000. And let out at the exact same time as we finished our meal.

I found out I can still walk fairly quickly when in a hurry. I found out that Macgyvered sandals work even when hurrying. I found out that watching a bunch of 12 year old porn star looking costumes is more fun than I'd have thought. I found out that dissing someone else's costume when they are unaware about what I'm saying about them can be a LOT of fun! *G*

Suffice it to say we just barely beat the rush, but the car of girls that left right after we did were not so lucky. *G* I must say it just goes to show....RBL events are always interesting and challenging!

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- Amen Sister!!! (NT) -- Macgyver, Sunday, April 26, 09:14:30pm
- Thanks Beaty for not ratting me out...lol (NT) -- Łinda, Sunday, April 26, 09:31:18pm
- Beaty, I think that you have just confirmed what I have thought for some time. You have an evil streak in you. LOL (NT) -- Frances, Sunday, April 26, 11:03:30pm
- Actually, it didn't take us as long to get out of the parking lot as we thought it would. Thank goodness! I thought we were going to sit in the parking lot forever. We made it over to Bally's to party some more! The dinner and the company was fantastic! Drive home safe Beaty. (NT) -- Leiha, Monday, April 27, 12:06:21am
- Beaty,I loved seeing you again & hope you are home safe & sound as I'm typing this *G* (((HUGS))) (NT) -- Bo, Monday, April 27, 11:00:16am
- Can't keep a RBL down ... or in a parking lot. C'mon though ladies, we want to see piccies, lots of them. (NT) -- , Monday, April 27, 04:06:36pm
okay darlings, I know that I have just come home from a party where I had a wee bit too much wine, but I have to say...WHERE ARE MY VEGAS PICS???? Hurry the goodness gracious me up and post some! I want to see RBL's running amok. Hope you are all having a great time, MWAH! J xx -- Joanie xx, Saturday, April 25, 07:53:31am
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- I second that request, Joanie! (NT) -- BAM, Sunday, April 26, 06:00:20am
Hey Vegas Ladies! -- Brenda aka Toodles, Saturday, April 25, 06:24:35pm
Have a margarita or two and a man or two or three, etc. for me will ya. If you all go next year, (me hoping with high hopes!) I am going to go come hell or high water. I even told my best friend we are going to get back in to walking/partying shape and have a blast next year!

Take care and send lots of yummy pics!

Love you all.
Toodles

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It's been a while...... -- kelly C, Friday, April 24, 08:17:26am
Hi Ladies, it's been awhile since I stopped by, over a year maybe. I hope you girls are having fun in Vegas, wish I could be there with you.

Someone mentioned Larissa Ione down the board and OMG I love her books. I just finished the 2nd book Desire Unchained and it's HOT! Now I just have to go buy the 3rd thats already out on top of the other awesome releases next week. It never ends! I will say that she is one of my favorite new to me authors. Has anyone here read the new Nalini Singh book yet? It's a new series and haven't heard much about it.

I hope everyone enjoys the weekend! It's going to be 80 in MI!

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- Love Ms. Singh's books but I have not read the new series. I have heard that it was a very good book! I'm just waiting on Hawke's story. (NT) -- MsE~, Friday, April 24, 02:32:52pm
- It was me mentioned Larissa Ione (which I still didn't get to :-( ) and I'm halfway through Nalini Singh's new one. Very much world building so far, so lighter on the romance, but the tension is very much building. Several potential future stories and quite a bit of the "Hmm, what exactly is going on here?" that she's done so well in the Psi series. BTW, there's no crossover between the worlds, but there are similarities, which hopefully she'll veer away from in later books. (NT) -- Beth, Friday, April 24, 03:59:34pm
Just finished!! -- Łinda, Tuesday, April 21, 04:28:53am
Packing for VEGAS BABY!!! LOL

I have packed & weighed my luggage & came in at 47.8 lbs.. *G* doing a little happy dance that maybe I'll make this trip without having to pay extra for my bag! (this is very big for me!!)

I can't wait to see everyone, & I can't tell you how exciting it gets when gets down to the last few hours!!

See you all there!!

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- Hi Linda! Have fun on your trip.....I guess that was unnecessary to say, right? LOL (NT) -- Robin, Tuesday, April 21, 01:59:17pm
- Hooray for the bag cutting it,LOL! I'll probably be packing mine right about the time you're headed to the Spa *G* Have a safe trip & I'll see you in a couple days! (NT) -- Bo, Tuesday, April 21, 03:07:00pm
- *waiting impatiently for Vegas Details and Pictures!* (NT) -- MsE~, Friday, April 24, 02:40:45pm
Excerpt of Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie -- Jennifer Ashley , Wednesday, April 22, 09:50:30am
I should post this, duh:

For a sneak peek at The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie, here's a link to Chapter 1.

http://www.jennifersromances.com/Madnessoflordianexcerpt.html

Starting Saturday at Plotmonkeys, I'm going to be all over the blogs doing giveaways of my backlist (winner's choice of anything I've ever written, FREE). The schedule is posted on my blog:

http://www.jennifersromances.blogspot.com

As I said below, I won't be at RT this year, but I wish everyone who's going lots of fun! See you at Lora Leigh's RAW.

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- Jennifer, I am so happy for the great reviews which you have been receiving. Congratulations. Thanks for the heads-up. (NT) -- Frances, Wednesday, April 22, 02:52:42pm
- Putting this one on my list! (NT) -- MsE~, Friday, April 24, 02:39:03pm
Looking for advice - on cars! -- Merry, Tuesday, April 21, 12:10:20pm

As some of you may know (or not), I have bad knees. One replacement, and one still riddled with arthritis. One of the problems I've developed is getting in and out of cars. We have a Chrysler mini-van, which is easy to get out of, but juuuussst a tad tall. I have trouble lifting either foot in, passenger side or driver's side, and have to sort of turn my back to the opening, kick the foot up backwards, hooking the foot inside, then turn, sit, scoot, and drag the other foot in. Awkward, to say the least. But it's better than our other car, a Ford Escort. I haven't actually been in that car in over a year - it's too low to the ground to get out of easily (although gravity does assist with the "in" part), and it has a raised threshold you have to lift your foot up and over. Oddly enough, I've discovered that lifting my operated leg just those few inches is really painful! Which probably means it's good for me, right?

So we're looking for "something else". It doesn't have to be new, it doesn't have to be a particular model... it has to be accessible! And, preferably, it won't have a honkin' big console between the seats. I've tried the new mini-vans - they're even taller than our '02. I've tried a Pacifica. Heck, we wound up driving around a Target parking lot the other day, looking at all the different models... Tried several of the American-made small SUV's, but haven't found one yet that's just right. Went to one dealer, and by the time I'd hauled myself in and out of 5 or so vehicles, my legs ached so badly I couldn't tell what hurt! BTW, did you know that in many SUV's the passenger seat is higher than the driver's? Weird. Just call me "Goldilocks"!

My sister says try a Subaru Forester; she loves hers - but she's taller than I am by about 5", and lives far enough away I can't just go visit her car. Someone else suggested a Chevy Equinox. My PT person said to try a Ford Taurus/500.

So, at long last, here's the question: do any of you have any recommendations for a car for us to try out? I'm getting tired of getting the fisheye from disappointed car salesmen. Thanks for any suggestions - there must be others out there with this kind of problem - being 5'2", round , and sore-kneed can't be a problem exclusive just to me! Can it?

Thanks!

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- One of my friends has a Forester, and I find it sort of tall to get into. It's definitely farther off the ground then a car, but not as far a pickup. Have you tried a Camry? (NT) -- Ann, Tuesday, April 21, 07:35:48pm
- Merry, I have an old Chevy Tahoe. I can get into and out of it much easier than reg. cars. Look for something that has a hand grip that you can grab hold to. Also keep up the leg exercises. They have helped me more than anything. Painful, but true. (NT) -- Frances, Wednesday, April 22, 06:28:54am
- Hi Merry, believe me I KNOW what you're talking about! With my bad leg & hip I have similar problems - I say similar because I'm not your height - I'm 5'11". Over the years we've had 2 vehicles that were easy for me to get in and out of fairly easy. One was a full size Ford Econoline 1500 van (it was an oldie 1993 I think), the newest was a 2003 Buick Rendevous, I LOVED that thing, and while I did still have a LITTle problem getting the bad leg in it's way easier than what we have now - a Chevy Cobalt - in this one I have to kind let gravity help with the "in" as well and as for the out, well my sister has decided it's too awkward to watch so after she parks she gets out and head sof rht store, I usually manage to get out by the time she gets to the door or shortly inside. Good luck on the car hunt! (NT) -- Tammy, Wednesday, April 22, 09:47:02am
Whoopie! Our Jennifer Ashley's new book is a DIK! -- Frances, Saturday, April 18, 05:43:15am
The first time that I read about Jennifer Ashley's new book, THE MADNESS OF LORD IAN MACKINZIE, the premise reminded me of Laura Kinsale's FLOWERS FROM THE STORM. Pretty high mountaintop, rarified atmosphere. Now AAR has given LORD IAN DIK status. Congratulations Jennifer, and I can hardly wait to read it.

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- Wow! Congrats! (Er, what is DIK again? LOL) (NT) -- Robin, Saturday, April 18, 08:04:34am
  - Desert Island Keeper? (NT) -- Patrice Michelle, Saturday, April 18, 01:15:29pm
    - That's it Patrice. I hope that things are going well for you. (NT) -- Frances, Sunday, April 19, 08:35:58am
      - Thanks ladies.....I have so many acronyms at work to deal with that I sometimes forget the fun ones! (NT) -- Robin, Sunday, April 19, 11:30:06am
- That's awesome! Congratulations Jennifer. I can't wait to check it out. (NT) -- Leiha , Monday, April 20, 12:49:38am
- Mmmm can't wait for this one, it has a Flowers from the Storm type feel to it (NT) -- Chez, Monday, April 20, 04:57:15pm
- Thanks ladies. I'm thrilled!! I hope you enjoy Ian and the woman who loves him. BTW, I won't be at RT this year, but I will be at Lora Leigh's RAW in September. BTW2: Waving hard at Patrice! (NT) -- Jennifer Ashley , Wednesday, April 22, 09:31:11am
Releases.... -- Beaty, Tuesday, April 21, 02:24:47am

April 21st Releases...

Deadlock - Iris Johansen
The Perfect Poison - Amanda Quick

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- Beaty are you on the road yet??? Almost time!! We fly out at 12:45 tomorrow afternoon.. (NT) -- Łinda, Tuesday, April 21, 04:30:35am
  - Yes! And I'm going to arrive exhausted - but HAPPY! See ya soon! (NT) -- Beaty, Tuesday, April 21, 06:26:44pm
Is it Just Me????? -- Sue Z, Tuesday, April 21, 11:45:37am
Is it just me or does our wallpaper guy look like he is holding a jiz rag over himself???

Have fun in Vegas, ladies!!

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- Sue, you are too funny! Yeah, it kinda looks like he wore himself out and kind of crashed during post-O clean-up. Thanks, Wallpaper Fairy, for the eye candy! And enjoy Las Vegas. :-) (NT) -- P.C., Tuesday, April 21, 12:00:24pm
Hey Vegas Gals! -- Brenda aka toodles, Sunday, April 19, 02:59:35pm
Hi you guys, I just wanted to let you know I've been thinking about ya. I hope the party in Vegas was all that it could be. (now I sound like a Army comercial) I would have loved to have gone, but I was just there in March with my 81 year old father for the Mountain West Conference tournament. We saw so much basketball we didn't go to any other casinos other than the one we were staying in, Palace Station! I won about $1500, poor Dad didn't have any luck, but we had a ton of fun.

I'm still unemployed but not really looking. My Dad has to have Carple tunnel surgery on both wrists and some other surgey on both elbows. I've been running him to the doctors and labs, and son on. Plus two weeks ago my Dad's older brother was told he had pancratic cancer and we drove up to Farmington NM,(four corners area) and saw him. He also had a bad infection. He loved how we all came up, only one brother didn't make it. He then passed the next Friday and we drove back up on Tuesday for the services. Dad handled it better than I thought he would. Both my brothers were there as well, even the one from Phoenix. Mom couldn't come up because of her dementia has gotten so bad she doesn't really know even me and Dad.

Well I just wanted to say "hi" and say I really miss all of you. I need to be kicked in the butt to get on the board more. Its my own fault.

You all take care and Post somw wild pictures for me, or if they are very, very, very wicked like that one of me wiht the stripers butt, (oops! you weren't supposed to remember that!)send them to my email. Need naked man flesh bad! Oops sorry there I go again.

Talk to you all soon.
toodles

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- Brenda, we don't go to Vegas until this week. *G* I'm sorry to hear about your uncle & mom, I know how that is my MIL is in same shape & I know how trying that can be. Take care!! (NT) -- Łinda, Sunday, April 19, 04:55:14pm
- Brenda, so good to hear from you. Best wishes to your family. Sorry about your mom. Take care, and don't be a stranger. (NT) -- Frances, Sunday, April 19, 06:13:52pm
- Hey Brenda - sorry you'll miss the Vegas sleepover - should we put a dollar bill in some dancin' boy's g-string for you??? :-) (NT) -- Judy, Sunday, April 19, 08:10:59pm
- I volunteer to take the pic of Judy putting the money in for you Brenda, LOL. You will be missed but it's good you got to go with your dad. Sounds like you had fun. I hope that things work out for your uncle. (NT) -- Leiha , Monday, April 20, 12:46:39am
  - No, no - I was going to give the money to you , Leiha. Being a shy, quiet retired elementary school teacher, I couldn't possibly do it myself! (NT) -- Judy, Monday, April 20, 09:09:35am
    - I hope there will be pictures .... huh, huh. (NT) -- Chez, Monday, April 20, 04:57:49pm
      - LMAO Judy, do you have a bridge to sell me also? (NT) -- Leiha , Monday, April 20, 05:20:51pm
        
        Chez there will be pics but I can't guarantee they'll be postable, LOL. (NT) -- Leiha, Monday, April 20, 05:22:10pm
    - *snort* And you might have gotten away with that self description, except I've played Mexican Train dominos with you (and so has Linda, Beaty, Debbie, and Lina) and I've heard what you say when you lose. *rolling my eyes and laughing at the memory* If I hadn't been looking right at you, I still might have trouble believing what came out of your mouth. (NT) -- Ann, Monday, April 20, 07:18:53pm
      - You must be referring to the time I said, "Oh my goodnes, look at that - Linda has won again. Is that the fifth loss in a row for me? How fun!" (NT) -- Judy, Tuesday, April 21, 05:20:39am
Book rave -- Robin, Saturday, April 18, 08:17:45am
Just finished Susan Elizabeth Phillips' "What I did for love" and I enjoyed it immensely! She is just so awesome! The couple is in the movie/tv business and there are friends popping in from past books (which I like) and I even got a tear in one spot. Of course there are many laugh out loud moments and the dialogue is wicked and witty...hope everyone gets a chance to read it.

I'll be sticking close to home today and might work on some family tree stuff to get ready for my trip later this month. And since its gonna be 75 degrees today, I know the dh will be hitting the links, so I'll probably be able to start another book, maybe even sit outside a bit and enjoy some sunshine...

What is everyone else doing this weekend?

Robin

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- I really liked this one, too, Robin - went out and bought the repub of its prequel, Glitter Baby, and enjoyed that too. (NT) -- Judy, Saturday, April 18, 12:40:01pm
  - Judy, I bought the repub too, but haven't tried it yet....wasn't sure if I'd like it after I got it home and read a few pages....but I'll get back to it soon. (NT) -- Robin, Sunday, April 19, 11:29:10am
- I just read it this weekend after reading another book that left me wanting. SEP can write a wonderful book and has really honed her skills over the years. I have to be honest, the summary didn't sound very interesting but I read it because it was SEP and I was happy that I did. (NT) -- Leiha , Monday, April 20, 12:48:44am
- I loved this book too. Wondered how she would handle it and she came through wonderfully. Loved the sarcastic little conversations. (NT) -- Chez, Monday, April 20, 04:58:59pm
  - I adore her books, they're fab. Will keep an eye out for it. :) -- Sarah, Monday, April 20, 10:37:04pm
You could win a trip to Scotland!! -- Sue Z, Monday, April 20, 06:04:47am
We are having a raffle for a spot on the fans of Karen Marie Moning; Scotland the Brave Tour!!

Please visit this website for details:
http://http://www.yougottatravel.net

Tickets are $50 for one or 3 for $100.

You could be going on the tour with us. That is 2 whole weeks in Scotland for only the cost of your plane ticket!!

Diana Gabaldon will also be having a book signing at The Gathering festival which we will be attending.

Best Wishes!

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- Here is the Correct Link: http://www.yougottatravel.net/ (NT) -- Sue Z, Monday, April 20, 12:28:36pm
Howdy! -- MsE~, Tuesday, April 14, 04:07:36pm
Hello Everyone! I know it has been a minute or Year or Two since I posted a message but I do peek in on occasion. Once a Rebel~. Life has been verra interesting here in The Land Of Opportunity but that is fodder for a book. I am happy to see some old faces and Welcome to all of the new ones in the room *waving* Oh, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY to all of those I have missed! Joyous Easter, Merry New Year and oh yeah, Be My Valentine! Hope I covered em all. Now...

Ladies,I need some special help from my Rebel sistas... of the musical kind. I know, I know... but music is also another of my must haves and everything on the radio here sounds remixed, sampled, twanged to death and/or just plain noise like until I just tune it out. What I need is upbeat dance music. That's right, bump & grind, shimmy, drop it likes its hott and dang did you see that! Kinda music. Why? Well, I am going to start a new exercise program and I need "get-the-blood-pumpin" "the-rump-bumpin" Pray I lose sumpthin! Music. I love all kinds of music (metal, pop, R&B, rap, bluegrass & JAZZ, love JAzz did I mention Jazz?!) Any Suggestions?

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- MsE! It's so good to see you again. Don't stay away so long. Good luck with the music. Good luck with the exercise program. I hope that you can achieve you goal. I excercise while I walk the Supreme Poodle Pasha Zackery. John Philip Sousa would be the one to take along with us. lol. (NT) -- Auntie Frannie, Wednesday, April 15, 04:33:51am
  - Thanks Auntie Frannie, it's good to be missed. Don't really have a goal *hate %*!@ scales* just to feel lighter in spirit! (NT) -- MsE~, Wednesday, April 15, 03:09:34pm
  - *RBL Hug* Wow,!Judy, how many years have you been here?! I think You and Head Chick In Charge need an award as well! Thanks for all you do to keep folk like me coming back! (NT) -- MsE~, Wednesday, April 15, 03:16:55pm
- Hi MsE!!! Missed you around here - glad you posted. And for bump and grind music, maybe the sound track from Dirty Dancing? (Love that movie!) (NT) -- Judy, Wednesday, April 15, 05:05:38am
- HOWDY!!!! GREAT to see you here again!!!! I would suggest to you Sean Paul's 'Get Busy' and 'Strict Machine' by Goldfrapp for starters! I'll put some more inside b/c it's long>>> -- Bo, Wednesday, April 15, 08:47:24am
  - *tackling Bo and giving her a big hug! * Thanks Gurl this is Awesome! (NT) -- MsE~, Wednesday, April 15, 03:04:40pm
- I like Pink's "Get this party started" Bon Jovi's "In and out of Love" The Cults "She Sells Sanctuary" Whitesnakes' "Fool for your lovin no more" (for some fast beat songs) Good luck!! (NT) -- Robin, Friday, April 17, 04:32:54am
- MsE~!!!!!! It has been AGES! Where have you been hiding? It's so great to hear from you.I don't know that I have any music to recommend, but it's good to see you! (NT) -- P.C., Friday, April 17, 04:06:15pm
  - PINK! *smacks self* I love her music! Thanks for the suggestions. (NT) -- MsE~, Sunday, April 19, 04:14:54pm
    - Hello P.C.! I am still you #1 Book Hoe *giggle blush* (NT) -- MsE~, Sunday, April 19, 04:18:12pm
Countdown!!!! -- Bo, Thursday, April 16, 06:41:54pm
I can hardly wait for Vegas!Hubs is jealous.We were going somewhere one day & I said how nice it was going to be to have those few days to myself.He told me to shut up,LOL.So,to those who are going to Vegas,if I let out a sinister sounding giggle or start cackling madly out of the blue while we're down there,you'll know why.I'll be picturing his face while HE changes the diapers and listens to the bickering and does the coaxing to eat,LOL.

I read my first LaVyrle Spencer-Hummingbird and thought it was !!!! That woman writes some of the best sexual tension EVER!!! And funny,OMG,hilarious!!! The bedpan!!!! LMAO@ that,and all their other antics and conversations were equally funny.I swear,Jesse and Abbie remind me of my hubby & I in A LOT of ways,so I just couldn't help laughing at them.I'll definitely be picking up more of her stuff-I love finding older historicals that are such a great read! I'm not positive,but I might have grabbed this b/c of someone's (Beaty?) NTS.Thanks,I loved it!

And I watched a very good movie last night.Marley & Me.I cried buckets,of course.The people in that also reminded me of hubs & I -weird how that's been happening a lot lately.He even got teary-eyed! Says he'll never watch it to the end with me.Took off to the store for snacks & took Brodie with him,scraped some nerves about Taz for both of us,I guess,but I still loved it & thought it was a wonderful movie.

I hope everyone had a good Easter.My kids had fun doing eggs,although Brenna pitched a fit when I ended the coloring party after half an hour.Why is it that every holiday has to involve some sort of mess,LOL.

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- Hi Bo! Am I correct that Marley and Me is about a dog? If that's so and you liked it, try MY DOG SKIP. It's basicly a true story and took place about 50 miles from my home. It's outstanding. (NT) -- Frances, Thursday, April 16, 06:54:49pm
- Hummingbird is a classic - Spencer wrote some of the best romances ever - so sad that she quit writing when she did! (NT) -- Judy, Thursday, April 16, 08:06:39pm
  - I agree Hummingbird was awesome, but I don't think I know of another Spencer book that compares. Judy can you suggest any? Bo, glad you had a nice Easter and enjoy your Vegas trip!!! (NT) -- Robin, Friday, April 17, 04:15:36am
    - Hmmm - other Spencer books that I really loved - okay, here's my list of fave Spenders. Contemporaries: The Hellion (one of my all-time fave books), Family Blessings (be ready to cry!), and Bitter Sweet (high school sweethearts reunite). For historicals: That Camden Summer (rough reading in one part), Then Came Heaven (her last book - about a nun!), Morning Glory (a movie was made of this one, I think), November of the Heart, and Years (epic story). (NT) -- Judy, Saturday, April 18, 12:35:06pm
      - Thanks Judy, I'll make a note of these. (NT) -- Robin, Sunday, April 19, 11:33:08am
- ME TOO!!!! I can't wait to get there & start collecting my HUGS!! *G* As for the hubby he deserves his turn to be THE ONE!!*EG* See you soon!! (NT) -- Łinda, Friday, April 17, 12:04:21am
Our RBL Alums' Cups Runneth Over -- Frances, Saturday, April 18, 06:22:38am
Imagine my delight when, checking review sites this morning, I found that another RBL alumni, Jacquie D'Allesandro, got a five heart rating at the Romance reader for her new book TEMPTED AT MIDNIGHT. Congratulations Jacquie!

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- Wonderful!! (NT) -- Robin, Saturday, April 18, 08:06:40am
- Jacquie D's books are always great reads - I've never read one that failed to deliver! (NT) -- Judy, Saturday, April 18, 12:42:17pm

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