TIME TO CIRCLE THE WAGONS GIRLS

TheShopMama

Good evening dear sisters and brother...
I feel like I have been away forever, and I haven't even left. PC is still down at work but new motherboard should arrive tomorrow. Just in time for end of the month billing. *sigh* Same thing day in and day out.
(((Denise))) I so know how you are feeling. I feel like I have been fighting for awhile now and I just can't seem to handle it some days. There is so much sadness in our worlds. I feel strange...like I am almost insulated from the outside world...outside cancer... outside losing Craig... I don't know if that makes sense. But some days I get so tired of being "inside myself." I want to scream and cry. I hate it when people judge how I should feel when they don't have a clue. There are others who could never take even half of what any of us have been through.
Fighting cancer is a full time job. Just know I love you.

(((((Aunt Puppy))))) is supposed to be at the hospital on
Thursday morning at 6:30. I spoke with her today and she is really struggling with pain issues. Puppy, we are all with you, praying and hoping for the best. Who is driving the magic carpet on Thursday?
Angel... you are so much in my thoughts and prayers. Please slow down and don't overdo it. Let others take
care of you.
Vickie... sweet dreams dear friend. I hope you rest well.
I do so love my dragonfly.
Nicki..I think we need to find Bubba and let you take him to work with you. Is he still at Marsha's? You are such a
wonderful, caring person. I feel so much at work like I am taken for granted and sometimes get so angry. Don't want you to feel that way. Hope you get the change you need sweetie.
Peter.. good morning. What is the temp there today? We had a rather cool day for summer today. Think of you often.
Sisters, I have missed so many of you. It is not intentional. I am just so tired and beat. Still have invoices I have to enter online here for work. So from A to Z (and by the way, Amy the pics are AWESOME), hope you all have a good night. Sweet dreams and God bless. Special thoughts and hugs go to those who have lost loved ones. Pam

nosurrender

EVERYONE, please may I ask that you pray for our dear Carrie, CSP, she goes in to have her new lump checked out.

Puppy, you are in my prayers. Remember Deese had that operation and she is doing just fine now.

Karen, so glad you are home and resting.

Shirley, thinking of you.

Praying for our sisters.

Love,
g

AlaskaDeb

Saying a prayer for Carrie for a good outcome.

Karen - if you think the antibiotic is bothering your stomach try to eat some yogurt every few hours. Also, some papaya or papaya tablets might also help. You can also get tablets that contain the active bacteria from yogurt (acidophilus). It is the only thing that keep smy stomach in line when I am on antibiotics.

Rest, heal, eat, drink….it will be better in a day or so. Sending hugs

Deb C

MargaretB

Evening girls and guy, you are a chatty group.

Betty, glad to have you home. We missed you.

Jankay, nice pancake story; I will never look at them the same way again.

Shokk, thanks for the reminders to the new gals about Cheri's driving. We need to make sure we pack extra bubble wrap.

Mandy, you are almost done with chemo!

Liz, you did do your god deed. A few months ago, my boss was in a motorcycle accident, actually his bike slid as he was going over the railroad tracks so he dropped it and was laying on the ground, in the rain, with the bike on top of him, and no one is stopping to help!

Holly, I'm so sorry about Feathers. We love our animals like our kids.

Karen, hope you are feeling better soon. Rest well tonight.

Charlene, you need to make sure you take care of you.

Beth, that was a good call - wouldn't have thought of a medical exception.

Nicki, where did you get the poop police badge? Photobucket?

Peter, thanks for letting us know about Z. We sure do miss her.

Mandy, depooties, ha ha. How about Pete and Repeat for Charlene's girls?

Puppy, there are going to be so many of us with you on Thursday that there may not be room for you. I think Cheri's driving.

NS, thanks for the news regarding Carrie.

Taking a last walk around the perimeter. No boot camp for me tomorrow - I can't eat all day!!! I am so NOT looking forward to this colonoscopy. At least it's at 8:30 in the morning Thursday...get it out of the way.

Love ya all, Amy to Z.

Margaret

Naniam

Hi Circle Girls!!!

I'm having some computer problems, am downloading softwear to hopefully fix. I'm still on dial up so to download or even to visit and load this thread takes - FOREVER!!! I live in a rural area and we live off the main road so no cable, local phone system here apparently needs some updating to provide us with high speed - ugh!!!!

Shirley, I'm so very sorry to hear of the loss of your nephew. I lost my nephew years ago and I know what it is like. He was young, age 17. and he died on my son's birthday. I've always felt so badly for my sister, my son's birthday and the day she lost her son. Hugs to you and your family.

Karen, you take care, OK.

Puppy, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Gina, good luck on the next treatment. I know October can't get here fast enough.

Cheri, glad to see that you are home and doing well from the surgery - see your sense of humor is intact. You're frustrated with a computer too!!!! I'm going to chalk up your doing zips and zags on the magic carpet to the surgery ankle but think everyone expects your driving skills to greatly improve now that the surgery has been done.

Nicki, hi. You having job problems???

Susan, like others, love the new picture!!

I'm not sure that I got to share with everyone that I am going to be a "Nana" again in early December. My daughter and granddaughter came for a very short visit last week. It is a good thing they live 5 hours away because I think I would want to keep Lilah with me way to much.

A friend of ours suffered a heart attack 2 weeks ago, said he had a stent placed and they said no heart damage. He did arrest and they had to use the paddles on him and he was air lifted to the hospital in Johnson City, Tenn. He apparently suffered another one early this afternoon. Another stent has been placed. He was doing well the last message I got earlier this evening.

There are many new folks here since I posted - it is a caring group of ladies. Talkers too!!

Guess you Pinkstock folks have suitcases packed and ready to travel - have loads of fun; for all of us!!

Ok, time to scan computer for this virus. Take care. Have a wonderful Wednesday.

Brenda

Anonymous

Good Morning> I and suckign down my coffee as fast as I can. Have exactly 10 minutes and then hit the shower. This getting into work early - dont like it so much.

MargaretB: Yep photobucket. Typed in poop police - its just amazing!

Karen: I am so relieved to hear the surgery is over and your doing well.

Carrie: I sure miss you around here. Your a very special person to many of of. Just sending you lots of love and positive vibes.

Cheri: If I think about it and I had been stuck in the wheelchair as long as you have been - I would have taken that keyboard and put it where the sun dont shine. Feisty little girl - means that cast is ready to come off! Love ya.

Denise: Written up for caring too much? Im just shaking my head and walking away! There is just no rhyme or reason to that. Ive been in management along time and have had to do many write ups. But for caring too much?
Hog wash.

Ok gotta go hit the shower. Have a wonderful day.

Nicki

BRSTN

Good Morning Everyone,

Well, it's back to work for me. Sigh.

I never did get caught up with posts and know I missed a lot.

Brenda, praying for your friend. You must live fairly close to me, if he was air lifted to JC Medical.

Holly, I'm so sorry about Feathers. She sounds like a wonderful dog. They do have a way over getting into our hearts.

Nicki, congrats on those eyebrows. Wish my face forest had never come back. My gosh, I think I could have a pretty good goatee going if I let them grow. LOL

I never used my new bathing suit while I was gone. I was afraid I would drown cause i was so tired. And I was a little afraid that Suzy Q might float off. We have a friend who has a pool and I'm thinking about asking her if I can come over and give it a try.

Karen, glad to see you back. Take care and rest.

Beth, good to see you posting. I missed you.

Peter, I was afraid that you wouldn't be here when I got back. It's so good to have you here. Don't ask me why I was afraid. I think exhaustion just took over. I was thinking all kinds of crazy things last week...stuff about my friends, my cat, the house, etc. None of them happened, except the cat definitely missed us and had hidden from our friend who was feeding her. Sissy gave Dona quite a scare.

Susan, that job you are looking for...well, I'll be happy to opening up a NE TN branch . I'm still counting on Powerball to take care of me. Yeah right!!!

To all the new folks-a very warm welcome. You have already found out this is a wonderful place.

Better run. I see Nicki has a;ready beat me here.

Hugs,

Betty

newvickie

oh son of a pup..i overslept again...i'll be back.
love ya all
Vickie

marshakb

Denise, if you have had all the fun to be had with that sh** then send it back to me!!!!!!! You have no idea how hard it was to put that in the mail to you. Knew I should have gotten one for myself.

Oh DOOOOO send it to Deb, can't wait to hear her stories!

Madison

Good Morning All,

Swamped at work (cause of the days I have taken off).....have been reading, just can't post.

Hugs to all.....NS, will keep Carrie in my prayers.

Puppy, love ya sister.....we will all be there tomorrow.

Middle daughter taking bar exams this week (can I tell you she is a grouch!!!!)...

Hugs from A to Z

neesie

Time for a quickie before I hit the shower.........yup, work is gonna interfere with my 'personal' time again!

Puppy: I know your surgery is Thursday........last night, I was thinking today was Thursday...Duh! Best wishes and my thoughts from last night carry right on through tomorrow.

Karen: Hope you feel a bit better. The pain of surgery does like to linger a bit.........and it has only been a day. Take it easy.

Pam: {{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}}} More people than we know have walked in our shoes. I'm fine, just get kinda 'pissy' when I hear of another young one dying. Kinda like when the beast strikes one of our CG's.

Nicki: Did I say that I wasn't with the same Company anymore! I'm in this field because I am a caring, compassionate person..........sure as heck isn't cuz of the Money!

Deb: Good advice on the (long word that I can't pronounce or spell). I used to take it but don't remember why! Given my (and now your) reputation.....I hate to ask, but isn't it supposed to help with ah.............regulating too?

Margaret: Good morning to you! No boot camp today......I still give you major kudo's!

Suz: A spinning class? What's up with everyone exercising....geesh, kinda feel like maybe I should bend over and tie my shoes....kinda like 'touching my toes'....instead of wearing slip ons!

Brenda: Good morning to you! Dial up problems........been there!!!! We stepped into the modern age a year ago and went high speed. Of course we have only one choice for provider! Love the Rural life!

Betty: LOL.......Great Goatee!

Marsha: You're not getting it back! I was gonna tell you a funny story....however, keeping my mouth shut until I decide if it is moving on or not!!!!

Madison: Hey to you! Tell middle dd good luck on bar exam!! Get that work done so you can leave again soon!!

Gotta hit the shower..........

Hugs,
Denise

jankay

overslept biggggggggggg time

later gaters

neesie

Just to show how good a relationship can be........here's DH and me!

neesie

Here's us all spruced up for our trip to PinkStock!

Hugs,
Denise

MargaretB

Brenda, I hate when I have computer problems. I have been on cable modem for so long I've forgotten what dial up is like.

Betty, I hope you've been able to catch up on your sleep.

Denise, boot camp....hmmm, I just signed up for the next session. I'll do it one more time and then I'd better find a gym. Where did you find the bathing beauty picture of me and hubby - I thought I had hidden that.

Suz, I could never do a spinning class.

It's mighty quiet around here this morning. I'm caught up already. Everyone have a great day. My stomach is growling already and I can't eat today :-( clear liquids only.

Margaret

marshakb

Margaret, colonoscopy today? You need Jankays bumper sticker: I'm only speeding cause I really have to poop! Hope those muscles are working well. hee hee

newvickie

good morning all,
Wake up Peter..you seem to be missing.
Holly...I am so sorry about poor Feathers. What a heartbreaking thing and I know that now is not the best time for you either. Sending lotsa hugs.
Madison...daughter taking the bar exams...wow...now that's tough. Best of luck to her.
Marsha...now I'm curious...what are you talking about LOL.
Karen...sending you a very gentle hug. Take it day by day...minute by minute if you have to. We are all with you holding your hand.
Betty...welcome home...we missed you!
Brenda...you have been missed too and its so great to hear from you. You get to be a Nana again!!! Congratulations...looks like it's gonna be a while for me.
Angel...now look here missy...SLEEP AND EAT...SLOW DOWN...you don't want any setbacks. Hugs to you.
Pam...know all about the wonderful end of month billing...sigh. So much to get done before Pinkstock! You are so very welcome. Have a great day.
Colleen...have a grand day! Hugs
Cheri pal..are we feelin better today or do I need to send you a laugh or two.
Jasmine...rise and shine...yeah I know...you are probably already at work and actually working unlike me who is goofing off.
Big prayers going up for Carrie.
Puppy...will try to give you a call tonight. Nate wants to send some love to his aunt Puppy before she goes to the hospital.
CY...I haven't seen you...has anyone seen her? Worried.
Margaret...a whole day without food. OH my...sending you hugs and hope DH takes you out for a fantastic dinner after your test tomorrow. Not sure I'd make it a whole day LOL.
Denise...well aren't you and DH just the sexiest pair! You will outshine us all at Pinkstock LOL. I am so excited.
Good morning Jankay...no wonder I overslept...you weren't up to tweak my toes.
really gotta work...
love and hugs all around
Vickie

marshakb

Vickie, I was Denise's Secret Pal and you can just imagine the things SHE got in the mail! teehee

newvickie

sheesh...forgot to fill you all in on Mr. Icky....he showed up with his son Alex (who is 11)so I had to be quiet with my comments to him. If he thinks bringing the kids will change my mind he'd better think again. I got a couple underhanded remarks in and he caught them quite well...he didn't call last night so thats good. I wouldn't have answered if he had called.
heehee

newvickie

Marsha...LOL...somehow I CAN imagine! I'll bet Denise has had some real surprises! Don't forget to pop into WalMart and meet Sarah! Take Shirley with you...she's a real hoot!

Naniam

Morning Circle Friends,

I;m late too so I sure don't have long.

Margaret, had a colonoscopy a while back. By the time I drank their stuff followed by water, I was so full the thought of food was repulsive. I suppose it was worth it as they did find 3 polyps, one large one which was the kind that if left unattended "could/did-whatever term they choose" become cancer. Because of chemo I was having some problems with heart irregularities and other than that it went smoothly. Thinking of you. Thankfully, they don't recommend these every year!!!

Betty, have a home in Newland/Crossnore are of NC. About an hours drive to Johnson City. Been in Jonesboro many times - it is a beautiful area. You can't win the lottery though, I've already got claims on it!!! Ha - maybe we could just share and create a job for Susan together.

Vicki, how is your daughter doing??? I've missed things but I hope she is doing well.

To all that is facing some hard days - just overlook this part - I just got to say this. I am taking vitamins, supplements and my darn joints hurt, not just ache, as if I am 98 years old - I don't say this to often but this morning is just one of those days that I absolutely hate this C-----!!!!!!!!!! These are my golden years??? Somehow I think the goose didn't lay a golden egg here.

Love to all, Brenda

Peter

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jankay

up and moving now
i had pt yesterday and it improved from last week but not enuf. Week before walking 150 ft, last week 0 ft, yesterday 55ft. So i asked him to skip pool thursday to work on walking.

Anonymous

Good Morning Everyone. I took everyone's advice and got more rest yesterday. I really haven't been doing much of anything since Saturday but found myself online at all odd hours of the morning and therefore not getting the sleep I needed. It felt good to get more sleep.

Karen - Hugs to you, hope the meds are helping keep the pain at bay. I'm glad you decided to try one more time because you never know and you might have always wondered. Drink lots of water, you don't want to become dehydrated and end up in the hospital! Take it easy.

Deb - Good advice to Karen. I didn't take stool softeners and suffered for it. I'm finally beyond that problem but it wasn't fun.

Beth - FORCE is a great place for you. I'm glad you found it.

SoCal - thanks for clearing up your name for me! Lisa is a beautiful name and I'm surprised you don't hear it much anymore. I think it'll come back around in time.

Nicki - Lord knows we Need our nurses to be caring and compassionate like you are! Don't ever change, you're wonderful. Hope you have a great day!

Denise - I didn't know you lost a son at 18, I'm so sorry to hear that. I was very sad after hearing about Shirley's nephew also. It reminded me of when my niece died when she was 21 in a fall from a building. Parent's should never have to bury their children. Your feelings are perfectly understandable and you should never apologize for them.
So you're the one who started the contest about naming my boobs!!! That's just too funny! Thank you, it will be interesting to see what you all come up with! Love the new alphabet btw! And you Know you're in love when you support each other as you and your DH do ... LOL

Suz - next time I need pain meds I'll try and remember to ask for Vicodin. Nausea just isn't fun! What is a spin class?

Peter - thanks for the message from Z. Sorry to hear about your brother but glad you're getting things under control.

Cheri - I'm sorry that happened with your post .. sucks big time. Doesn't help the grumpies. Do you want some of my happy pills today? I hope your mood is lighter today my friend.

Marsha - you get to meet Shirley, how cool is that?! You seem to be in the right place for meeting sisters! Give her extra hugs from all of us when you see her!

Tricia - hope your drive is pleasant. That is a long day!

Colleen - I like Warren Michael much better also! dang, did I miss the Singing Bee show? I know Audrey would like that.

Mandy - OMG, you crack me up! Considering that we share Viggo, we are a little closer than some LOL I just don't know that I'd want my boobs named after other men. Don't think my SO would want to go there if they were, ya know what I mean? At the same time, I don't know if I'd like exotic female names either that might make me jealous! I kind of like the idea of names suggesting their character, but right now they are hard and immoveable. Not much inspiration there! lol Wait, are the names secret from our SO's or do we tell them? lmao

Sheri - I was always small while my four sisters were well endowed. Always wished they could share with me too! My one sister is planning her breast reduction. Has your dd considered that?

Pam - Big hugs to you. We have a clue and would never judge you for your feelings. Some people have never had to deal with hardship in their life and it amazes me when they think they know how you should be feeling. Find a good place to let your screams and crys out. We all need to do that from time to time. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers. I'm letting everyone do for me.

G - thank you, Carrie CSP is in my thoughts and prayers.

Margaret - I hate when I can't eat all day! It's always then when you're most hungry! Just think, by this time tomorrow it will be over with! Hugs to you.

Brenda - I don't believe we met as I'm one of the newbies, been here since June. Nice meeting you! Sorry to hear about your friend but glad to hear he's doing well. It's amazing what they can do these days!

Madison - good luck to your daughter on her bar exam!

Vickie - you tell me! You're right, I fear setbacks the most. I'm taking it easy, sleeping and eating better. Me thinks you need more rest yourself..may be why you keep over sleeping?

Jankay - you must have needed that sleep. I hope you're feeling well rested today!

Jasmine - come back, miss you when you're gone so much.

Puppy - you're in my thoughts, will be there on the magic carpet tomorrow with you. Sending you lots of love.

Iris Angel - Ate a big bowl of Moose Tracks last night and thought of you!

Thinking of Everybody from Amy - Z and hope you all have a wonderful Wednesday!

love and hugs
Charlene

marshakb

Angel, how about Hard and Harder? hehehe

Anonymous

Marsha, LOL that about fits perfectly right now!

sherloc

Good Morning all. Leaving in a couple of hours. Don't fly out till tomorrow morning but daughter is meeting me in Sacramento. Tomorrow is her birthday so I'm taking her out for birthday lunch. A friend of hers had a baby yesterday which was the perfect excuse to make the 4+ hour drive to Sac. Yesterday was a day of canceling reservations and making new ones. So very glad I bought the insurance. Have never bought it before. Only did this time cause I was afraid daughter might flake on me.
On a better note. Got to talk to my errant I never call my mother son yesterday. Had to send him a message thru the Red Cross. They told me it could take a few days for him to get it but it was only a few hours. I was very impressed. He and his cousin were very close. He is pissed beyond anger. Wants to go to Florida and track down all the loser kids Kyle has been hanging with for the last several months and cause some major hurt. Of course we know he can't and won't do that. Told him he needed to talk to the chaplin on the boat. Anywhos he tells me he still doesn't have his email set up. Has been very very busy. Yesterday was his first day of liberty since they sailed. He had just got back to the boat and received the message to call home. Guess where he is???????? IN FRANCE!!!! How pickin cool is that. He said the food is AWESOME! This weekend I think they are heading to Monaco (he's gonna lose his shirt I'm sure) and then they are heading to the Persian Gulf where they will stay for the rest of their tour. That part doesn't make me very happy. But he said "Don't worry mom, anyone shooting at us will be 16 miles away and we have much bigger guns." Good gracious I miss my baby.

Pam and Denise. Hugs and sloppy kisses for you. I know the pain that is in my heart right now and know it isn't anything close to what you have experienced or what my sister and BIL are going thru right now. I'm just gonna do my best to comfort them in whatever way I can.

Probably gonna miss a bunch of you but I'm gonna try to work my way backwards for the last few pages.

SheriH

Charlene, Sarah has looked into reduction, but she is still young, 19, and the gyn doesn't want to do anything yet. Probably wait until she has children or something. She tells me she doesn't want to have kids because then her breasts will take over her body. She has a quirky sense of humor.

Not much to say, just thinking about all of you today, especially those going through tough times. Yesterday was a bad day, but good in some ways. We are going through some financial difficulties (what's new) and I just got so bummed I locked myself in my room for a couple of hours and just cried. I am so tired of struggling constantly. Just when I think we can make it ok to the next payday something else comes up. Now I am worried about my dh. He works so hard and just seems to be so exhausted all the time.

The good part was we had a get together of returning and new students for grades 8-10 last night. Grades 9 and 10 are new this year, so we wanted to have the new kids feel like they were a part of things. Everyone was so positive and excited for this school year. Not to brag, but many parents kept telling me how glad I was going to be their child's teacher again. Even the kids seemed happy to see me. It really boosted my ego, which yesterday I really needed. So, I may not make much money, but I feel like I'm making a positive impact on some lives. A couple of the kids posted some comments on myspace and it really made me happy.

Parents--most of you probably do this, but if your child has a good teacher, let that teacher know. It makes a world of difference to them. Don't mean to lecture, but you'd be surprised how much a teacher appreciates a pat on the back.

Bye for now.

Anonymous

Good morning everyone. I feel a bit better today not quite as grumpy. I think I'm just getting tired of having this cast and all that goes with it. The only times I have been out of this house all this year have been for dr. appts. For real. Talk about a case of cabin fever...and it's summer. I guess everything is just beginning to pile up on me. That's why when I'm in a bad mood I don't post much.

Tricia, hope you're having a good day at work today.

Mandy, glad your computer is fixed. I'd be completely lost without mine.

Gina, I said a prayer for Carrie and we also PM'd. Praying she'll be just fine she's been through enough. As have we all.

Denise, how true the new alphabet is and love the support you and your dh give each other. lol

Margaret, are you having your colonoscopy today? I think I read that, if so, it'll be alright and be over soon.

Puppy, we'll be there with you on the Magic Carpet for you tomorrow. I'll try and take it easy on the loops.

Brenda, hey congrats on the new grandbaby on the way.

Nicki, thanks for your understanding.

Vickie, seems like CY posted on the Pinkstock thread recently. I haven't talked to her for awhile. I know she's very excited over Pinkstock, though. You know we all mention Puppy and Mena but all too often folks forget to include CY, she's just so quiet about it all. I know she's having a hard time, too. BTW, don't make me come up there and kick Mr. Icky in the ass with my good foot! Make a clean break, don't hum-haw around it just keeps him comihg back. You would have a miserable life with him and do would little Nate. Bad news, toss him in the trash. Or, do what you want to, it's your business. Sorry. lol

Well, I would normally have the next 2 days off from babysitting but Amber has to work her days off this week due to a layoff, which at least she still has a job. But I handle a couple of days pretty good, but then after that I like to be off duty. I mean we're all here anyway but I'm not in charge of my grandsons so I don't have the responsibility of over seeing them. Plus, she usually takes them somewhere to spend time with them. Oh well. I'd like to go back to bed. OOOPS, I was starting to whine so that's enough of that, have to fight to keep myself 'up' everyday can't let things get me down. ttyl

pals
cheri

newvickie

Shirley girl! Travel safely and know that we will be thinking of you. I'll find ya something cool at Pinkstock. Big hugs and prayers for you and yours.

Peter...I sent you an email through your myspace to add me. I finally got it figured out last night. Pretty easy to do once you figure it out LOL.

Brenda...DD and hubby have split. She is still in Florida and hasn't figured out where to go from where she is yet. I think it will take her some time to come to terms with everything that has happened and she'll make the best decision for her. I hope she comes home but I know how much she likes Florida and the warmer weather so I may need to move in that direction.

Angel...I've been getting lots of sleep LOL...its all I seem to be able to do lately. I have got a lot on my plate right now though and need to prioritize a bit better.
Lets see
Work
Housework
Yardwork (I have a huge yard)
Nate (who is always number one)
Afghans (I'll never stop that...love it too much)
Craft projects galore
Tearing off the old deck
Putting down hardwood floors in Nates room and spare room
Journals
Wedding photos
Pinkstock...Still have to finish the dress, get packed, get directions etc.

WOW...NO WONDER I'M TIRED! Work alone is overwhelming and if I don't hear something on the new job soon I just may go crazy...LOL.
back to work...got a lot to do here if I'm taking two days off for Pinkstock.
Love and hugs all the way around