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Home again, Home again

Journal Entry: Sun Jul 5, 2009, 5:41 PM

Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Be thankful.

I've just returned from a weekend trip to Knoxville, TN. I stayed at the historic St. Oliver Hotel.

The hotel's history began in 1876 when German immigrant Peter Kern had the building constructed to house his Kerns Bakery, an ice cream parlor, a confectionery and a grand ballroom. Kerns Bakery remains an integral part of Knoxville's business community, located not far from its original location. The building became a hotel in 1981 to accommodate visitors coming to the Worlds Fair, held in Knoxville the following year. The Kerns Building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
It was a very relaxing trip. I took some photos, but mostly I just spend time with my son and daughter, laughing, talking and generally fooling around.

There will probably be some photos from this adventure, but I haven't been through them yet.

I appreciate all the comments and s while I've been gone. You are all wonderful and I love you muchly.

QOW:
I try to treat whoever I meet as an old friend. This gives me a genuine feeling of happiness. It is the time to help create a happier world.
The more we care for the happiness of others, the greater our own sense of well-being becomes. Cultivating a close, warmhearted feeling for others automatically puts the mind at ease. This helps remove whatever fears or insecurities we may have and gives us the strength to cope with any obstacles we encounter. It is the ultimate source of success in life.
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"You, yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection."
-- Buddha

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Dad is home!

Journal Entry: Mon Jun 29, 2009, 4:30 PM

Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Be thankful.

My dad is home from the hospital. He came home on Sunday. He is weak, but is improving. I’ll still be away from dA a lot while I catch up on all the things that have gotten behind at home and at work. I miss playing here as much.

I really appreciate all the encouragement and support and all the s and comments. I wish I had time to reply to each of you personally. I’ll be doing what I can to keep up.

QOW:
"We are all the same person trying to shake hands with our self.’ Remember that the next time you say, pass the gravy."
~ Wavy Gravy

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"You, yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection."
-- Buddha

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UPDATE - Midweek features

Journal Entry: Fri Jun 26, 2009, 5:20 AM

Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Be thankful.

My dad came through the surgery great and is in good condition back in his room. He is groggy, but making a few jokes. YAY!!! I'm so happy. Thank each of you for your support, positive energy and prayers. Knowing you care means so much to me.

I received a lovely encouraging gift today from Thank you!

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My dad is in the hospital and is having surgery Thursday at 6 a.m. That is why I'm not here. I'll probably be away several more days. Send good vibes and/or prayers tomorrow.

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"You, yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection."
-- Buddha

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Weekend features and thoughts

Journal Entry: Sat Jun 20, 2009, 7:39 PM

Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Be thankful.

Wondering as I wander

Well here it is, another weekend. I haven't talked about my self in a while, so what have I been up too so far this weekend?

Friday was pretty mundane. I went to the grocery store for provisions. It was a pleasant journey. You can tell its going to be an interesting shopping trip when you're greeted at the door with the words, "Hi trouble maker" and a warm friendly laugh.
Later, I finally got the new rag top on the jeep. I wouldn’t say it was a blood, sweat, and tears kind of job, but it definitely involved blood and sweat. I was dripping and soaked in Alabama heat and humidity. I love the weather here. After that I mowed part of the yard. Very productive day.

Today I went on a photo walk with one of the members of the local photography club. I haven’t been through the pictures yet. We spent a lot of time walking around in the woods and by some creeks. I can tell, if it’s just me and him, we will get in trouble. I’m always taking chances and going over, under, and around fences and barricades, hovering on the edge of drop offs, balancing on narrow walls, and leaping over gaps between things to take pictures. He is the same way. Hahahaha I’m sure it would have been hysterical to see, two mid 50’s guys, loaded with cameras and gear, climbing over a barricade, balancing on a narrow wall with a 10 foot drop on either side, and walking it's 30 or so foot length as it slowly declined down to the ground.

Sunday, my two bestest friends are coming over for a visit. After that, I’m spending the rest of the day with my ultra conservative, Republican, religious family. Should be the usual interesting conversation.

So, what have you been up to this weekend?

QOW.

Absence is the enemy of love; as the distance is from the eyes, so it is from the heart.
~ unknown

I hope all of you are having a great weekend filled with fun, friends, and love.

Thank you for your friendship!

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