Friday, November 30, 2001
Thursday, November 29, 2001
Wednesday, November 28, 2001
Tuesday, November 27, 2001
Monday, November 26, 2001
Sunday, November 25, 2001
Sunday, November 25, 2001
I have officially turned into a gaming geek.
It's not a fluke. I played the game again today for hours.
Galahad & I switched off, although now, I'm wondering if I can run it on 2
PCs simultaneously and how much that might cost.
I bet you're wondering which game. It's Dark Age of Camelot, an online role-playing game. Sounds silly & weird, huh? Somehow, there's lots of fun mixed in also. Plus, it's nice to "see" my brother online.
Gaming --- it's not just for geeks anymore. Or, I'm deep in denial and a complete GEEK! Maybe I haven't quite crossed the line fully. I haven't joined a guild in the game. They have real-life websites, etc. for those. Some people must really pour hundreds of hours into learning this whole culture.
By the way, I'm a Level 6 Blademaster! Sounds way cool, aye?
I bet you're wondering which game. It's Dark Age of Camelot, an online role-playing game. Sounds silly & weird, huh? Somehow, there's lots of fun mixed in also. Plus, it's nice to "see" my brother online.
Gaming --- it's not just for geeks anymore. Or, I'm deep in denial and a complete GEEK! Maybe I haven't quite crossed the line fully. I haven't joined a guild in the game. They have real-life websites, etc. for those. Some people must really pour hundreds of hours into learning this whole culture.
By the way, I'm a Level 6 Blademaster! Sounds way cool, aye?
Saturday, November 24, 2001
Saturday, November 24, 2001
My brother in Seattle invited Galahad to play
some online game that kind of sounded a little silly or weird to me. I
installed it and helped get him all set up. I even ended up listening
to my brother's tutorial on the phone for 2 hours. And, sad to say,
now I'm hooked.
Friday, November 23, 2001
Friday, November 23, 2001
some helpful holiday links, especially for those
whose pockets may not be as full as they might like.
Get Organized for Christmas
Frugal Moms : Gifts to Make
Home-Made Christmas Gifts
Frugal Christmas Stocking Stuffers
Christmas! ...Frugal Living
A Simple Holiday to You
Get Organized for Christmas
Frugal Moms : Gifts to Make
Home-Made Christmas Gifts
Frugal Christmas Stocking Stuffers
Christmas! ...Frugal Living
A Simple Holiday to You
Thursday, November 22, 2001
Wednesday, November 21, 2001
Tuesday, November 20, 2001
Monday, November 19, 2001
Sunday, November 18, 2001
Sunday, November 18, 2001
The combination of my chiropractic visit, more
meds, and some sleep has helped so far. I did wake up several times
last night, so it wasn't quite a good night's sleep. The good side of
that is that I was awake to watch part of the Leonid Meteor shower. Trés
cool!
Saturday, November 17, 2001
Saturday, November 17, 2001
OMG! Blistering migraine from visiting the
mall! It will be a LONG time before I do that again. None of my
medications worked. I had to pay an emergency visit to my
chiropractor, also (thanks, Doc!).
Friday, November 16, 2001
Friday, November 16, 2001
Find out how well you'll be able to see the
Leonid Meteor shower this weekend using this
tool.
The Moonlit Road
Eveline Frings
The Moonlit Road
Eveline Frings
Thursday, November 15, 2001
Wednesday, November 14, 2001
Tuesday, November 13, 2001
Monday, November 12, 2001
Sunday, November 11, 2001
Sunday, November 11, 2001
Day Four:
We opted not to go to a park today but rather visit the birds at the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, for which Galahad is an adoptive parent.
Then, off to lunch at the Animal Kingdom Lodge. We had been told that it's a great place to stay but the prices were a little too high for my taste. So, we enjoyed the facilities without having to pay much for them, only an overpriced lunch. This really is a fabulous place. The animals are taught to graze right near the scenic overlooks built into the hotel. One of the guides there, a young Kenyan man, explained to us that all of these animals were born into captivity. If it's true, then these animals must be happier than where they were previously living --- in a cage.
We opted not to go to a park today but rather visit the birds at the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, for which Galahad is an adoptive parent.
Then, off to lunch at the Animal Kingdom Lodge. We had been told that it's a great place to stay but the prices were a little too high for my taste. So, we enjoyed the facilities without having to pay much for them, only an overpriced lunch. This really is a fabulous place. The animals are taught to graze right near the scenic overlooks built into the hotel. One of the guides there, a young Kenyan man, explained to us that all of these animals were born into captivity. If it's true, then these animals must be happier than where they were previously living --- in a cage.
Saturday, November 10, 2001
Saturday, November 10, 2001
Day Three:
Today is EPCOT day. Serendipity! It's the 6th annual International Food & Wine Festival.
My blister & migraine are progressing along nicely. Luckily, Galahad is in Seventh Heaven with his Disney experience!
Today is EPCOT day. Serendipity! It's the 6th annual International Food & Wine Festival.
My blister & migraine are progressing along nicely. Luckily, Galahad is in Seventh Heaven with his Disney experience!
Friday, November 9, 2001
Friday, November 9, 2001
Day Two:
Not as early of a start for the Magic Kingdom. All of the tourists start out early. One hour later, there is no line. We took the ferry over and met some English soccer players.
We visited the Swiss Family Treehouse. Then, off to the Pirates of the Caribbean. I was still taking medication for my migraine and trying to time the rides so as not to get sicker when the meds were in full effect. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad kicked my ass! Vertigo was all over me after that, but after a few gulps of water, I was feeling better. I was terrified to conquer Splash Mountain but felt that I should face my fears head on. We got a FASTPASS® for that as it appeared to be a very popular ride. So far, we had not waited in any lines longer than 20 minutes.
Dinner at Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe. Yummy hamburger topping bar with a plethora of choices.
I started to get a blister on my toe. And my head is still hurting.
Other than that, we had a marvelous time. Galahad especially loved It's A Small World. And, I ooohhed & aaahhed about
the fireworks over
Cinderella's Castle.
Not as early of a start for the Magic Kingdom. All of the tourists start out early. One hour later, there is no line. We took the ferry over and met some English soccer players.
We visited the Swiss Family Treehouse. Then, off to the Pirates of the Caribbean. I was still taking medication for my migraine and trying to time the rides so as not to get sicker when the meds were in full effect. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad kicked my ass! Vertigo was all over me after that, but after a few gulps of water, I was feeling better. I was terrified to conquer Splash Mountain but felt that I should face my fears head on. We got a FASTPASS® for that as it appeared to be a very popular ride. So far, we had not waited in any lines longer than 20 minutes.
Dinner at Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe. Yummy hamburger topping bar with a plethora of choices.
I started to get a blister on my toe. And my head is still hurting.
Other than that, we had a marvelous time. Galahad especially loved It's A Small World.
Thursday, November 8, 2001
Thursday, November 8, 2001
Galahad & I left for Orlando last night for his
super, Park-hopper spectacular, spectro-magical, illumination, adopted
raptor, Cirque du Soleil, perfect Happy Birthday weekend in circle vision.
Day One:
Early start for Animal Kingdom. The weather couldn't have been any better with a note from Mother Nature.
However, I've been fighting a migraine since yesterday. Today, I took lots of medication with me to the park. It turns out I needed it all! Maybe the exotic flora & fauna contributed to my demise.
I especially liked the fruit bat exhibit. Fascinating creatures. And the Dinosaur ride was lots of fun. We were warned that the Kali River Rapids would get us soaked, but Galahad's good joss kept us nice & dry. Everyone else in our raft was drenched.
Dinner at Bongo's.
Then, the late show of Cirque du Soleil's La Nouba, which was stupendous.
Day One:
Early start for Animal Kingdom. The weather couldn't have been any better with a note from Mother Nature.
However, I've been fighting a migraine since yesterday. Today, I took lots of medication with me to the park. It turns out I needed it all! Maybe the exotic flora & fauna contributed to my demise.
I especially liked the fruit bat exhibit. Fascinating creatures. And the Dinosaur ride was lots of fun. We were warned that the Kali River Rapids would get us soaked, but Galahad's good joss kept us nice & dry. Everyone else in our raft was drenched.
Dinner at Bongo's.
Then, the late show of Cirque du Soleil's La Nouba, which was stupendous.
Wednesday, November 7, 2001
Wednesday, November 7, 2001
The "Big O Hike" on the Florida National Scenic Trail around Lake Okeechobee will begin November 17, at South Bay Campground & RV Resort in Palm Beach County, Florida, and end up nine days later on November 25 -- right back where it started.
Hiking around Lake Okeechobee atop the 35 foot high Herbert Hoover Dike can be done at one's own pace. Not everyone has the time nor stamina to complete this nine-day 110-mile odyssey. It's up to the individual to decide whether to hike a day, a weekend, or the full nine days.
People can join in any time. This hike is not a backpacking ordeal. Gear is left behind in campgrounds or motels and only day packs are needed. Daily hikes are held in the early part of the day and afternoons are for relaxing or sightseeing. Dinners are usually enjoyed at a variety of local restaurants and Thanksgiving Dinner is celebrated at the historic Clewiston Inn.
For information, contact:
Hike Leader - Sundra "Sunny" Piskura or call (561) 439-4381
Hike Coordinator - Paul Cummings or call at (561) 734-4416
Florida Trail Assoc. HQ - Gainesville, FL 1-800-343-1882
Satellite image of Lake Okeechobee
Monday, November 5, 2001
Sunday, November 4, 2001
Sunday, November 4, 2001
We're all anxiously awaiting the fate of
Hurricane Michelle with bated breath. It looks like, at the minimum,
we will get hit by the outer bands, with winds between 39 - 56 mph. Do
I bring in the potted plants in case the wind launches them like missiles?
Or leave them out and let them get a good watering? Today is also the
second anniversary of my mother's death. That feels kind of weird.
I'm not sure how I feel about it, which is the weird part.
Saturday, November 3, 2001
Friday, November 2, 2001
Thursday, November 1, 2001
Thursday, November 1, 2001
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Health Resource
Well, my chiropractor wasn't as pleased with my yoga progress as I was. Apparently, I threw myself all out of alignment. He did encourage me to continue but to go easier. Somehow, I never can take the easy way --- I feel cheated.
Well, my chiropractor wasn't as pleased with my yoga progress as I was. Apparently, I threw myself all out of alignment. He did encourage me to continue but to go easier. Somehow, I never can take the easy way --- I feel cheated.
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