Take care, meredith. Been there myself and it is awful.

I don't know how unique this forum is - I have not found any others that have interested me much - but I sure feel at home here.

I will admit it was not overnight that I felt at home. It took a bit of work on my part. I found that when I was willing to open myself up and trust the women here, that I began to feel like I belonged.

It's easy to keep the overview here. It's harder to keep up with other forums where a lot of chatting is going back and forth. I especially like the fact that anyone can just pop in and leave a comment when she has the time. As Ann said, it feels like home.

So how did the dusting go Meredith? I just had a quick visual of you lying by your dresser, waving a white dusting cloth back and forth. I hope the war is over Meredith. Those nincompoop migraine invasions better retreat to never land, …. never to come back…ever ever.

Dusting was too much effort yesterday so I crawled back into bed. I did manage to clean that dresser today -- two hours worth -- plus the window sill and all the stuff on it.

And for those curious souls who want to know "How can ANYONE take two hours to dust one dresser??" -- it isn't just dusting. It's the 12 large (36-drawer) plastic cases of beads, each drawer of which gets its little drawer handle cleaned with a toothbrush, and the dozens of plastic containers on top of the cases which also get the dustcloth-&-toothbrush treatment.

There are 3 dressers and one desk in this room, each of which is covered in STUFF. Stuff on top of stuff. And more stuff on top of that. And each one (and all the corresponding stuff) gets cleaned/dusted twice a year whether it needs it or not! HA!

I still have to "do something" with all the papers that came off of that dresser, and then I'm finished with today's housework. Maybe another 1/2 hour's worth, when I'm done here. I'm not overly fond of housework, but paperwork down-right scares me.

Meredith,
You have my complete respect for the task you have completed. I am soon going shopping for jewelry at your store.
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Dancer, I can't wait to see what you choose

Meridith...I wish I had the patience you have...it must be awfully rewarding to do what you do. Knowing something you've created will be enjoyed by someone.
Dancer, you always seem so full of life and energy...I can see you dancing around now. Send of of that energy my way, would you?
And dear Hannelore. I feel you and I have been friends forever...like we knew each other in another life...although I don't believe in reincarnation...if I could have handpicked a best friend she would be you.
And Anno, Dotsie, Anne Ladyjane and the Princess...you've all been there for me in one way or another...provide encouragement, advice, support...there are no hateful hearts here, at least with any of us on the forums, and that's what I like about it. it's a safe place to share my deepest feelings, ask questions and share my thoughts without fear of being rediculed for it. Thank you, Dotsie.

Dee. sometime around 1708,….I used to be that pesky flee behind your left ear. Man, did you ever scratch at me like crazy; (You were a cute shaggy dog). I clung on to you for dear life. Yup, ... just like now. (((HUGS and a nip…heh heh)))

I just spoke yesterday to Hubby about a dream I had. And that is visiting all you ladies that are so close to my heart. And you know what he said? “Will do.”. Maybe it’s possible in a year or two. So we got to hang out together that long. At least that very long! Is that a deal?

You're so funny, Hannelore!!! Maybe that's why my ears itch so much these days... see what you started? LOL.

Maybe that's why I love dogs. lol

Dancer, I'm so happy you joined us. It's like running into an old friend. That's how I feel about the women here. And I believe this is the most unique place I'll ever find. It's like home.