Celtic, a side note here first....we've started the "Boomer Babes Holiday Story" and we're about to take over the white house's oval office....come join us quick!!!!
Kate, thank you so much for sharing this story of your past 10 years since your divorce. There are many that need to hear how your emotions changed and over time, how your life turned. There is hope in this message. As you know first hand, it's difficult when it's fresh and you can't see the future, but your experience shows how your feelings changed toward your ex and how it all comes about...thank you!

My heart really and truly hurts for you Anne (and any others who have lost family and friends). I can think of only one thing that might be worse - having family and friends and feeling absolutely alone.

Hi Anne,
I can't even imagine this. The pain of losing my father and best friend is unbearable. I can't even imagine the pain that you went through. (are going through) I am so sorry for your loss.

I will say a special prayer for you. You are not alone.
Kate

The miracle of our animal friends is they love us unconditionally and we are their worlds. Maybe thats why I have always loved being surrounded by my animals, and no makeup or false face is required either, right Anne???

Do any of you have pets that give you dirty looks? My Reeta is a real handful and when she isn't happy with me, she'll turn her back to me and then she looks at me from the side and actually sneers. It is hysterical to watch and others have seen it too. Both my dogs smile but shes the only one that gives me dirty looks. Rosee just hides her head and refuses to look at me. What would I do without my animals???

o.k....just have to add my two cents. lol

WHY DOGS ARE BETTER THEN MEN

Dogs do not have problems expressing affection in public.

Dogs miss you when you're gone.

You never wonder whether your dog is good enough for you.

Dogs feel guilt when they've done something wrong.

Dogs don't brag about whom they have slept with.

Dogs don't criticize your friends.

Dogs admit when they're jealous.

Dogs do not play games with you -- except fetch
(and then never laugh at how you throw).

Dogs are happy with any video you choose to rent, because they know the most important thing is that you're together.

Dogs don't feel threatened by your intelligence.

You can train a dog.

Dogs are already in touch with their inner puppies.

You are never suspicious of your dog's dreams.

Gorgeous dogs don't know they're gorgeous.

The worst social disease you can get from dogs is fleas.
(OK, the *really* worst disease you can get from them is rabies, but
there's a vaccine for it, and you get to kill the one that gives it to
you.)

Dogs understand what "no" means.

Dogs don't need therapy to undo their bad socialization.

Dogs don't make a practice of killing their own species.

Dogs understand if some of their friends cannot come inside.

Dogs think you are a culinary genius.

You can house train a dog.

You can force a dog to take a bath.

Dogs don't correct your stories.

Middle-aged dogs don't feel the need to abandon you for a younger owner.

Dogs aren't threatened by a woman with short hair.

Dogs aren't threatened by two women with short hair.

Dogs don't mind if you do all the driving.

Dogs don't step on the imaginary brake.

Dogs admit it when they're lost.

Dogs don't weigh down your purse with their stuff.

Dogs do not care whether you shave your legs.

Dogs take care of their own needs.

Dogs aren't threatened if you earn more than they do.

Dogs mean it when they kiss you.

Dogs are nice to your relatives.


and that's it. what do u think? lol

danita

Good one, Danita! I have 4 cats and the two older ones have definite expressions. The oldest is so angry when the weather turns cold. He loves being out, rolling in the dirt, exploring nature and sitting in tall grass. With our snow cover and cold he gets thoroughly disgusted and shows it. He feels cooped up, grouchy and unsettled. We go through this every year. He thinks it's my fault and I should be able to do something about it! Maybe I should make him a snowbird and send him south every year!

I wonder why some people are either dog or cat people.

I'm a dog person myself, and all those statements are soooo true Danita.

Well thats a good question Hannelore. Me, I am an animal person, dogs, cats, horses, birds, mice, squirrels, you name it I love it...and have probably at one time or another gave it a home until something else could be done. Oh and I loooove fish too. I am not a snake or bug person however, nope thats where I draw the line. I just avoid them at all costs...

Thanks! It is great to meet everyone!