[TMIC] the snow outside --- OT

2008-02-24 Thread Alton Ryder
The temperature is about 15°; the sun is seemingly as bright as in August. The snow on the lawn, about two feet deep, is undisturbed and lies in smooth undulations like Sahara dunes in miniature. Crystals of ice from twigs overhead are scattered sparsely and glint like stars. I am

RE: OT [TMIC] the snow outside --- OT

2008-02-24 Thread Larry Throne
Brrr, thanks for sharing Alton. You know, I worry about kids today. I'm afraid they don't ever stop to describe in print what they see or feel. Have you read any of their text messages? It is all abbreviations and made up phases. Thanks to you, in just a few words from you I've transformed

[TMIC] JUDE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2008-02-24 Thread MontzMagic
I AM SO UPSET. I CALLED HER LAST NIGHT. I COULD HEAR THAT SHE WAS IN PAIN AND CRYING.THEY WHERE GOING TO COME AND REPOSITION HER AND GIVE HER HER PAIN MED.DAVE HAD LEFT SO SHE COULD GET HER REST. THERE IS ONE AID THERE THAT DOES LIKE HER, WHO COULD NOT LIKE JUDE? SHE SAID SHE HAD BEEN WAITING

Re: [TMIC] the snow outside --- OT

2008-02-24 Thread ROSEOFRENO
Dear Alton ~ If you ever write a book I would like to be the first in line to purchase it from you...! How beautifully you described your view outside your windows. I can't describe what's happening here as eloquently as you didbut I got 18 inches of snow last night and another 5-10

Re: [TMIC] the snow outside --- OT

2008-02-24 Thread Jan Hargrove
The picture you painted feels peaceful and serene!! Thanks for sharing..janh Alton Ryder [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The temperature is about 15°; the sun is seemingly as bright as in August. The snow on the lawn, about two feet deep, is undisturbed and lies in smooth undulations like

[TMIC] re snow

2008-02-24 Thread Gerry Surette
you are all a breathe of fresh air. Your words are not only enchanting but encouraging. Here in Montreal we have received over three times the nomal snowfall. a total of 350cm. so far and another 15 to 25 cm. storm coming this week. I love the snow but when you have to go the store for the

Re: [TMIC] the snow outside --- OT

2008-02-24 Thread Heather Pieter
Wow Alton. That sounds so beautiful. I know that a lot of people don't like winter but personally I love the 4 seasons. Even when the cold makes TM more difficult I couldn't imagine living somewhere else. Calgary has had a pretty good winter despite the minus 50 (with the windchill) a few

[TMIC] I hate my job!

2008-02-24 Thread Westgold
When you have a I Hate My Job day, try this: On your way home from work, stop at your pharmacy and go to the thermometer section and purchase a rectal thermometer made by Johnson Johnson. Be sure you get this brand. When you get home, lock your doors, draw the curtains and disconnect

Re: [TMIC] JUDE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2008-02-24 Thread Westgold
This is horrible. Every hospital has an ombudsman, whose job is to speak on behalf of those who cannot or will not speak for themselves, and to intervene in problems between patients and staff. Just call the hospital and ask to speak to the ombudsman, and tell him or her what is going on

Re: [TMIC] the snow outside --- OT

2008-02-24 Thread L T CHERPESKI
Lynn, that is a huge amount of snow. I bet it is absolutely beautiful! (I'm going to call Jude also - she is so sweet and it's just heartbreaking what she has gone through) Hugs, Linda (ID) - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL

Re: [TMIC] re snow

2008-02-24 Thread L T CHERPESKI
Thanks Gerry. Jude needs all the prayers she can possibly get. You signed the new boy - Have you told us your story yet? If not, I hope you will share it with us. (I hope I didn't miss it!) Linda (ID) - Original Message - From: Gerry Surettemailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] To:

[TMIC] UPDATE ON JUDE....

2008-02-24 Thread ROSEOFRENO
Hi Everyone ~ I had a wonderful chat with Jude today. She wanted me to tell all of you how very much she is appreciating all of the cards, flowers, books, CD's, etc.and to tell all of you that you are keeping her spirits up...!! She is just amazed at the outpouring of love she's