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Pat, as has been explained, if one is doing a POST here, and then before clicking on post, answers a SHOUT over to the left, the POST disappears, but the shout stays.    How sweet of Rebecca to make you a little scrapbook!  I have several of the small scrapbooks, but the only ones I have done so far are the 12 x 12 or 12 x 15 ones---mostly because I have SO many photos!  They are truly a labor of love.  So you are blessed.

Carol, amen to your comments on Pres. Ford.  What does man know?  Thomas Edison was kicked out of school, they said he was too dumb to learn!  So his mother siad "He is not dumb, and I will teach him at home!"  First home school?  Nope.  And Albert Einstein's teacher said he was not bright enough to learn and should drop out of school!!    Add to all that the bias of today's news media, and that is what we get.  Now I will get off my soapbox too. 

We need to buy stamps today so Darrel can mail his statements--but all Federal offices are closed for Ford's funeral.  Don't you know the mail carriers are going to have a heavy load tomorrow??  I can't remember having this many days with no mail service in many years!!  We didn't get mail on Saturday because of the weather.

The sun is shining brightly this morning, so thawing should continue.  There is still ice on a lot of the high line wires.  Sunflower Electric has over 1000 broken poles, and Pioneer has lots of poles down, too.  Plus the ice was so heavy it brought down the radio and cell phone towers in our area as well.  Those guys are really earning their money now, plus more overtime than they probably want.

I think I will try to get to town today.  Probably the only stretch of bad roads are from our house to the highway.  Anyway, I'm tired of being in the house, even though I love home.

Jane, come on out of that corner, have a cup of tea with me, and let's visit!  (((hugs)))

NIta, get to feeling better and more energetic soon!!

Hello, Larry!  You posted as I was previewing, so I will read yours now.

Oops, there's Etta Sue now, too!  Hi!!

Well, lets see if I post this in the right place.  The only other forum I've seen is a Christian Homeschool site that my girls go on and they all use forum names instead of their real names, mostly for safety purposes and also for fun.  I do realize that Shutterbugmom is a little long.  You may call me Kathleen. (my real name)  Can I change my log in or is it too late?

So far I've been a little lost on this site.  I want to relax and get to know people, but so far I'm a little stressed by it all.  Looks like there's a lot of you to respond to.  We are back to school today, so I have to make this short.

By the way-GO BRONCOS!  Our Boise State University football team won the Fiesta Bowl against Oklahoma last night.  We are all so proud!  What a nail-biter of a game, too.  Hollywood couldn't have scripted it better!

I hope you'll all forgive me if I can't respond to each one of you.  I am glad to meet you all and I will try to make as much time as I can to respond, but my family does need to come first.

Have a great day, everyone!

Hey Kathleen!

You can change your name easily without changing your sign-on.  At the top of this screen, click on profile, then toward the left under Modify Profile, choose Account Related Settings.  You will then see a screen and the first line will have your log-on name and underneath that you can type in the same you want to see when you are logged in.

I am battling a cold that has now been lingering for several days.  Hopefully with some rest in the evenings, I can have it gone in short order.

That's okay, Kathleen ... as long as we know your name, you can leave your login as is.  It just makes it easier (for some of us) to reply to you when we know your name.  On another forum I originally logged in with a nickname and it was a very long time before anyone knew my real name.    In fact, I think some people there still don't know that "Jaywalker" is really just my first initial and last name: J. Walker.      

When Pat invited me to CP she made a point of saying "we are using our real names."  soooooo    That's my story and I'm sticking to it!

Janet~Where are the cups?  I'm ready for that tea.    

Hey there, all y'all other'ns    .... I'm just running through and will be back later.

Oops, there's Sue ... Looks like she has better advice for Kathleen .... what do I know?

Jane, the only reason I know that is because that is what I did to get my name to show as "Sue" and not my log-on nickname.   

Here ya go, Jane      What's your preference?  Coffee? Cappuccino?  Tea?  Hot chocolate?  One of each?    I aim to please!

Thanks, Kathleen.  Easier to type that than the shutterbugmom name.   Don't worry or be stressed, just come in and visit when you can, you are always welcome.

We went to town and had lunch at the Senior center--chili and cinnamon rolls! Yum!  The paved road out front, after we get off the dirt road. is patchy with snow and ice, but the main highway is clear, so now I know I can go somewhere if I want. 

I got my framing all finished, so now I can go back to the scrap booking!

Need to watch the 700 Club, see you later!

Thanks, Janet .... I think I'd like some Chai Tea ... How 'bout you?       

Sue ... I never rarely look at all the buttons and boxes in my profile ... Thanks for the info.   

How ironic Jane, I just happened to have a little teapot with the other cup of Chai tea still in it.  I am drinking  some right now. This is not tea from a bag, it is organic bulk tea from the Co-op. MMM sure is good.

I'd better get busy and walk the dogs before it starts to rain, it looks like it will start any minute.

laters

Marilyn is that other cup for me?   Huh?  Huh? Is it? purty pleeeeze ....

Aaaahhhhh thanks    

G'day everyone, from a very pleasant Sydney morning!

Praying that you all have an execptional 2007, overflowing in His mercies, love and power.

We have been very busy over the Christmas New Year season, as you can imagine with our 6 sons.

Some of you may remember that I have an exhibition of my photos running through January, with the sales going towards our return to India as missionaries in late 2007. Well, a secular tourist magazine found out about the exhibition, which is called, 'Art for India' and ran a free, full page story on me as the monthly featured artist. They even put the exhibition on the magazine's front cover.

Yesterday we spent most of the day at the exhibition and I was able to get some great new shots. One visitor yesterday was a man who owns an Art Gallery in Germany. He was very impressed with my photos BUT more than that, he told the gallery and cafe owner that he has visited over 2,000 art galleries all over the world, but he has NEVER been in one that had such a 'good feeling'. He didn't realise that it was God's presence that he felt! All praise and honour to Him!

The Christian gallery owners also told us that they have never sold as many items from past exhibitions than they have for mine, and it's only been open for about a week! I am in awe of what our God is doing.

Here's a photo of the page in the tourist magazine:



Love,

Hi...I just have not the time to talk to everyone and I have spent too long at this computer already! I think Carol said she liked the green thing beside my post..I think she is talking about my BEAUTIFUL garden or else she is hinting that i should use my hanky when I sneeze! ..and no I dont make resolutations! Hi Jane...see you in the corner drinking out of a mug and Karen..InspiredGal is there with you! Congratulations Karen in doing so well! So glad Kathleen is calling herself Kathleen...I have just met another Kathleen in another site so I will be confused

Take care everyone..i dont want to ignore anyone but I must go!!!!

Hi Everyone!

It's January 3rd here, the sun is shining, and I'm racing out the door with my camera.

Later!

In His Grip,
Kevin

Karen  WOW! great advertisment for your show.  Awesome news too. I can feel your excitement.

Yes Jane that cup is for you, enjoy your Black Chai.

Hi Colin and Kevin

Well all right, Jane and Marilyn.  Just party without me, then.  I will just take my cup over in Jane's corner all by myself.  No, wait!!  I see Pat and Nita---hey, girls, come on over and have a cuppa with me!!  Better yet, let's all have one together.    Nice to share with friends.

I just lost another post, probably something I did wrong.

We had a sweet surprise this afternoon.  Curtis and Mark showed up at the door!!  It's always a treat to see those grandsons!  They came up to set up Poppa Darrel's new computer for him.  Gotta love those boys! 

Karen, congratulations on the great publicity, and on selling so well.  God is in control, for sure!  I must find time to go to your website and check out your photos.  And find a magnifying glass so I can read the article above. 

Smells like the soup is hot, see you tomorrow!

  Opps, sorry, I had meant to post the article that apperared in the tourist magazine. You won't need that magnifying glass now, Janet! 

BTW - I thought it was amazing that the editor kept in everything I said about the Lord!!! Totally awesome!! 

here's the article:

Karen Elengikal is a published writer and photographer from Penrith, NSW. Karen's articles and stories appear in 7 books to date, in numerous magazines and her own book, 'Kidz Battle Zone' is to be released in Australia on 07/07/07. She has been a missionary in India for 8 years. She met her husband George and married him in India in 1993 and since then they have been blessed with 6 beautiful boys. Karen and her family have been back in Australia for the last 6 years, but they plan to return to India in 2007. Karen's background is in graphic design which has well suited her creative talents in Photo Artistry.


A WORD FROM KAREN

Creativity has been an inbuilt drive since I was a small child. All throughout my childhood days I made up stories and drew pictures. My interest in photography also started young. I remember my father giving me my very first real camera when I was about 8 years old! When I first left Australian shores for a two year stint in Papua New Guinea in 1984, my mother brought me another camera, a better one! Now my cameras include a Nikon D70 and a Panasonic DMC Lumix FZ50 and what sheer delight it is to use these excellent cameras.

My absolute love for God's creation and to capture its astonishing beauty is the passion of my heart. The stunning colours, vibrant life, fascinating variety and the exquisite details of intricate masterpieces all inspire my creative instincts. I especially love using my macro lense to highlight detail that is usually not apparent to the naked eye. Whatever the scene or subject of focus, I'm always awed at the wisdom and intelligence of the Creator. His wonder and His presence is in every living thing and it's that sense of God's wonder and His presence in His creation that I desire for all to experience in my Photo Art.

The majority of my photos have been taken in and around Penrith and in the Blue Mountains although on recent trips to Melbourne and Canberra, I took advantage of the many photographic opportunities. My husband and sons all participate in my photographic excursions and are eager to help in framing the prints. My heart's desire is to see my photographs, wherever they may be taken, drawing attention to the Creator and being a source of blessing and inspiration all over the world.


Sales from Karen's Photo Art will help to provide ongoing support for their missions work in India. Karen currently exhibits her photographs at local markets, Picture Parties, online at her website 'www.Godinspired-PhotoArt.com' and at Mount Hermon Estate in Bilpin. From the 16th of December to the end of January, the gallery at Mount Hermon Estate will feature Karen's Photo Art, in an exhibition entitled "Art for India". This will culminate on the 27th January in a Indian style celebration, with a authentic North Indian banquet and art auction with all funds raised going to support the Elengikal family towards their return to India. For catering purposes, booking is essential. You can phone and book at Mount Hermon Estate on 4567 0385.[/color


In his love,

I have to make this quick - running late

Larry:  Don said he really did stop several times - his lungs have damage from viral pnuemonia that we contacted years ago when we volunteered in Sitka, Alaska (rain forest) plus a silent heart attack, plus our higher altitude. 

Janet:  Our mailman came in his own Subaru wagon on Saturday - nothing else was moving but he was careful of the drifts.

Kathleen:  I only know the Denver Broncos - hooray for your team.  (I went to U of Washington - Huskies)

Sue:  Best wishes in conquering that cold. 

Really have to sign off.  I ran into so many people today and talked for such a long time with each - my jaw aches.

Carol

Karen, Isn't it great to have your FATHER promoting your showing?   So much good news there.  It was a joy to see and read.  I'm excited with you!!!    Your creativity is a wonderful gift from Him.   

Janet, I suppose it's too late for that cup of tea.  Unless you saved it for me.  Did you?  And it's still hot if you did?   Or I can drink cold tea.  I don't want to be too picky.

I got my roof fixed today!!  And it's raining tonight.   My son took off sheet rock and we found lots of wet insulation upstairs.  That was removed and will be replaced as well as new sheet rock.  Everything is open up there now so it can dry out.  My daughter's neighbor is an electrician, and he is coming (as a favor)tomorrow to check out the wiring and plug in on that wall to be sure it's safe.  This house is very old!

Kathleen, oh, don't get stressed, hon.  We don't want you to feel that.  Just come when you can and post when you want.  Don't worry about replying to each person.  Some do and some don't.  We are very relaxed most of the time.   Nita

ps:  Thou shalt not covet.  I don't want  Karen's camera.  I don't want Karen's camera.  I don't want Karen's camera.  There...I feel better.

So many wonderful posts tonight! I've really enjoyed being here.

No, Kathleen, do what you can do - we'll understand.

This is a wonderful site, and we all try to be understanding of each person's own individual characteristics here.

That's good news about your daughter, Larry.  Etta Sue, I always enjoy your postings, though I seldom specifically mention you by name. Jane, Janice and Nita, I too am a tea lover. Name it - I most likely enjoy it (with the exception of plain green tea). The first time I tasted chai tea, it was a delightful experience.

Pat, in my instance, I had started to post by hitting the reply button. When the screen refreshed and the posting box was made available to me, a message said that two others had posted. So, I went back to view their messages, and then wasn't allowed to save my own post that I typed in the message box after returning to that dialog box. It said I had already posted the message, but I had not done so.

January 3 already! Wow - I had a really busy day today. I don't know if I even want to see the third - hopefully it won't be as "extreme" a day as today.

As a matter of fact, I don't want to post anything "out loud" about something, but I would like, if y'all have a bit of time in your prayers, to ask that y'all remember a private request for prayer from me. I most likely will be doing some in-depth thinking and decision making soon, and will share more as it is appropriate.

Y'all have a good evening.

Ruth Ann

I have not taken the time to read all the posts.  I just wanted to bring a matter of prayer up to all of you.  Pat may move this to the prayer and praise section,but I want everyone to be praying for our Aunt.  Ruthie Pat and I have an elderly aunt (91) who fell and broke her hip outside church on Sunday.  They have taken the time since then to stabilize her.  Tomorrow AM she is to have surgery.  Pray that God's will is done, and that if this is her time to go Home, that she will go peacefully.
Thank you for praying.
JudyB

Hello, everyone!  I just have a moment and then I must process more church directory pictures.  I'm trying to get fancy...this type should be blue, we will see if it is.  Aren't you proud of me for stretching myself?  he he

Eased back into our school day slowly, today.  Had a good afternoon and I even managed to post a couple more pictures today.  Yeah.  Took some shots of my daughter in her Irish Dance shoes but I haven't posted one of those, yet.

Loved reading all the happenings here on the site.  

JudyB, I'll be praying for your Aunt.  Especially for the Lord's will and the surgeon's steady hands in the morning.

I have a prayer request, too.  My sister-in-law's cousin (just 37) was killed in a car accident Saturday morning.  He was an only child.  Please be in prayer for his widower father.

Until next time...

Good morning!  Nita, we can drink that tea, hot or cold, anytime!  And Ruth Ann, you're welcome too, of course!  And any of the rest of you who would like to come!!  We will have such a good time!

Kathleen, I will go look at your new photos soon.  Today is Red Hats day, and we are going over to Montezuma (50 miles) to see a display of purses in the museum there, then we will have lunch at Donna C's Restaurant.  Anyway, I'm rushing around to get ready to go.

I went back to the gym today.  I've had to let my leg rest for about three weeks now, and am starting back slowly, sure do not want to hurt it again.  It felt good to be back, though.

At least three of our church families are still without power and phones.  And the small towns of Satanta and Sublette are totally without power.  One of the teachers from Satanta was at the gym this morning, and he said it is really eerie how dark and quiet his little town is.  They had to move all patients from their hospital and all residents from their care home to other facilities, and of course, can't start school until power is restored.  This storm is going to prove out to be very costly.

I really must go, but hope you all have a wonderful day!

Just  stopping by on my way from Curves and my workout and on my way to get ready to go to work.  I am taking Ruth to the Senior Center for dinner, The we have a 12:30 appointment with Home Health who will be visiting Ruth today.

Over the weekend her son took my journal that I keep all her  blood sugar reading and other information in, drat. I called him and he thought that was where I had recorded the checks I have been writing to pay her bills. I won't give me the check register to write the info in he wants it on a separate piece of paper. Like I don't know what her balance is. HA!

Raining here today so it isn't cold.

Gotta go now and get busy.

Good Morning All,

WOW Y'all are really a busy bunch! Makes me feel like a slacker . Seriously, I've been a bit busy too. The car not wanting to start as it should, Michael and today my first physical therapy appt. OWWW! It's gonna be interesting if it's gonna be this painful.

I've been reading and praying for y'll and God is surely in this place. I too don't always remember to mention everyone, sorry .

Ok, time to go back into my corner again. Just thought I'd pop out and say hi, "HI!"
I hope everyone has a God filled and blessed day!

Talk to ya later,
<><Jeannine

Wanted to let everyone know how Zachery is doing.  I took him off all solid foods.  Took him off all medication as well.  And with God's help..he is doing much much better.  We are slowing putting solid foods back in his diet and finding out what foods are bad for him.  So far, milk is very bad!  Red meats aren't that great for him either.  It is going to be a long process but I am so thankful he is feeling much better.

Thanks to those who have kept him in your prayers. 

Soni

Quote from: Marilyn on January 01, 2007, 10:34:51 PM
Pat what Janet and Colin are referring to has happened to me too. I have been writing a post in TFTW and noticed over to the left side that someone had shouted at me so I wrote a shout back and lost my post  I was working on. Now do you understand?

Sorry but I understood that the folks were saying that they lost a shout in the shoutbox.  I had no idea that it was the post in here because they posted in the shoutbox.   

Quote from: Colin on January 02, 2007, 07:39:47 AM
Hi Pat....if you respond to a Shout working at a post..you certainly loose the post! It has happened to me more than once!

Hi all....see yous later!

Thanks Colin... 

Hope we all realize now that we can't do two things at once when we're posting in here!  HAHAHAHA!

Thanks everyone for the explanations!

Quote from: Ruth Ann Bice on January 02, 2007, 11:45:51 PM


Pat, in my instance, I had started to post by hitting the reply button. When the screen refreshed and the posting box was made available to me, a message said that two others had posted. So, I went back to view their messages, and then wasn't allowed to save my own post that I typed in the message box after returning to that dialog box. It said I had already posted the message, but I had not done so.

Hi Ruth Ann...

When I get the message that two others or one other had posted a message, I just scroll down and I see their message or I just post mine and if I want to comment on what they said, I just post again but I see how that can happen.

Also, are you using Firefox?  I'm getting a few error messages with it and we're going to be doing an upgrade on the software soon so hopefully that might solve some little irky problems!

Ohhhh, Kathleen!  How terrible!  What an awful accident and how young!  Yes, definitely I'll be praying for that family.  Thanks so much for sharing with us.

By the way, it's so nice to see you posting.  Really looking forward to your getting used to this website and posting whenever you can.

Soni!

I'm so very happy to see the news of our Zachery.  I've wondered so often how he is doing and how you are doing as well caring for his needs.

Thank you so much for posting about this and I pray that you'll get lots of answers with regard to his food that he can and must not have.  Frustrating I'm sure.

Your family is still and will stay on my Prayer List! 

As we pray for each other's needs in here, I thought that this might be a good hymn for us all to sing at this time.  I love the words and the message that it contains.

Thanks Judy for updating us on Auntie Flo.