tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post9193365570819955371..comments2024-03-24T00:01:00.698-05:00Comments on The New Sixty: TURN OF PHRASEArkansas Pattihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14156004753267665579noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-11035561242706958382013-11-02T20:45:41.139-05:002013-11-02T20:45:41.139-05:00Cheryl,
So glad you are back posting. You were mis...Cheryl,<br />So glad you are back posting. You were missed. Isn't Robert great?<br /><br />Terri,<br />"Ruint" I think is the perfect word. I know, when we were kids there was so much to do and most of it required moving more than eyes and thumbs. <br /><br />marylee,<br />Sometimes I think it is more the lighting than the mirror but it really can bring you down:))<br />Mr. Pritchard nailed it. <br /><br />Ginnie, <br />He obviously got his appreciation from you. How nice that you share. Arkansas Pattihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14156004753267665579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-68318176788197141802013-11-02T19:37:32.281-05:002013-11-02T19:37:32.281-05:00Interesting observations. I love words and often ...Interesting observations. I love words and often copy a phrase or a paragraph and share it with my oldest child. He does the same with me.Ginniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12749133391349265563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-84091232886843860812013-11-02T08:33:01.583-05:002013-11-02T08:33:01.583-05:00Oooh. . . I like that last one about the mirror. ...Oooh. . . I like that last one about the mirror. I love quotes and have Quotes of the Day pop up on my homepage. (Alas, I rarely remember them, however.) Here's one from this week's batch:<br /><br />"You don't stop laughing because you grow old. You grow old because you stop laughing." - Michael PritchardAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-40367002829598111792013-11-02T03:59:18.468-05:002013-11-02T03:59:18.468-05:00I don't recall saying "I'm bored"...I don't recall saying "I'm bored" much as a child- but I sure it now out of my grands. Those video games and computer time, along with 24/7 cartoons have ruint childhood.Coloring Outside the Lineshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15289093479063221765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-77088135866814850812013-10-31T14:45:01.149-05:002013-10-31T14:45:01.149-05:00Interesting post, Patti. I love quotes and Robert ...Interesting post, Patti. I love quotes and Robert Brault is one of the best with them. <br /><br />I know what you mean about reading something that gives you that "aha" moment. It's not earthshaking by any means, but the Laura Ingalls Wilder quote in my sidebar did that for me. I like this quote from your book as well. <br /><br />Take care. I'll be back blogging soon, maybe even tomorrow. Cheryl @ TFDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15947085477739983984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-46704549552223796682013-10-31T13:01:06.097-05:002013-10-31T13:01:06.097-05:00Dee,
Yes, I can so relate to that also. A similar...Dee,<br />Yes, I can so relate to that also. A similar one for me is the saying, "How important will this be in (either a week, year or five years) puts most things in perspective. <br /><br />dkzody,<br />Now that sounds like a purely pleasurable read. Sadly dysfunction has become so common that it has become the norm. <br /><br />TB,<br />Me too. A bit more with each passing year. <br />Arkansas Pattihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14156004753267665579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-53554542094636621852013-10-31T07:05:49.573-05:002013-10-31T07:05:49.573-05:00Fascinating post Patti. I used to be "hot bl...Fascinating post Patti. I used to be "hot blooded." Now definitely at the other end of the scale. troutbirderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14087811292280881959noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-71397141184077320402013-10-30T13:09:49.588-05:002013-10-30T13:09:49.588-05:00>>I sometimes wonder if anyone writes about ...>>I sometimes wonder if anyone writes about "functional" families? << Perhaps because there really aren't that many? You did make me chuckle, though. I have written an historical novel based on a group of women in our church who were together for 50 years, and their story could be called functional.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-13488411404702087882013-10-30T11:12:17.769-05:002013-10-30T11:12:17.769-05:00Dear Arkansas, I so enjoyed this posting of yours ...Dear Arkansas, I so enjoyed this posting of yours because it did capture for me that bemusing fact that we can hear something and know that it's wise and that it's important to remember.<br /><br />That happened for me the first time when I was reading a novel of the Williamsburg series by Elsywth Thane. The novel took place in the 1920 and early '30s. One of the main character--Sally-- was a woman in her 80s who is wise after living for so long. Her great-niece or maybe great-great-niece is forlorn because of unrequited love and Sally, an old Southern belle says, "My dear, some years are better than others." <br /><br />I read that line when I was 16 and I thought, "That's right! That's right!" Since then I've learned that some hours are better than others, some days, some months and even some decades. Peace.Deehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00612299013780771262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-34631877179511920212013-10-30T06:59:36.937-05:002013-10-30T06:59:36.937-05:00Linda B,
Me thinks you owe Patches for the opportu...Linda B,<br />Me thinks you owe Patches for the opportunity but it took you opening your eyes and removing the lens cap to take advantage. Well done. <br /><br />Wil,<br />I had heard it was a monster storm and I am so glad neither you nor your family didn't have any property damage. Stay safe. <br /><br />Maggie,<br />I think it is the kids today I worry about. They depend so much on their thumbs to keep them happy. Since Mighty has left me, I have a lot more time on my hands that he normally occupied. I am adding walks to my day to help. <br /><br />Barb,<br />I worry for the kids today that rely too much on electronic entertainment. I am sure when they visit you, they get out and enjoy Nature. <br /> Great quote. Arkansas Pattihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14156004753267665579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-89564384666546927012013-10-29T18:08:47.756-05:002013-10-29T18:08:47.756-05:00Patti - That quote you liked struck a cord with me...Patti - That quote you liked struck a cord with me, too. I remember as a child wandering and having nothing important to do - thank goodness I had that time to roam and dream. I'm hoping my Grands have the same gift of unplanned time. Here's a favorite quote of mine: "The dangers of life are infinite, & safety is among them." GoetheBarbhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04984171407726520584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-62923653778712070602013-10-29T13:06:49.312-05:002013-10-29T13:06:49.312-05:00Oh Patti, I forget to say that we had an enormous ...Oh Patti, I forget to say that we had an enormous gale here. I noticed it when I went to my daughter's house, five minutes from my house. I was almost blown off my feet. My house is not surrounded by high trees, but several trees were completely uprooted. It was the worst gale since 1991. But not only in my country, it was just as bad in the UK, in France, Belgium, Germany and Denmark.<br />I was lucky to be safe in my house.Reader Wilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06384603525251159272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-47529093040493140262013-10-29T11:41:11.914-05:002013-10-29T11:41:11.914-05:00Very interesting post sweet Patti. I can honestly ...Very interesting post sweet Patti. I can honestly say that there have been very few times in my life that I can say I was bored. I am a nature and animal lover and both of those I spend a lot of time with when I am not keeping busy with every day things. <br /><br />I do have some favorite quotes that I think of now and then. <br /><br />I hear people sometimes say they have nothing to do or can't find anything to do. There is so much all around us to do and enjoy. I have never understood those who make that statement. But each to their own and it is not meant for me to understand all and everything. Hugs Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-81252171040686408472013-10-29T10:48:39.162-05:002013-10-29T10:48:39.162-05:00A family doesn't function if it is not dysfunc...A family doesn't function if it is not dysfunctional! Mine was anyway!<br />Today was my weddingday 50 years ago.<br />Time flies.<br />Wil, ABCW TeamReader Wilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06384603525251159272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-7175244257181377332013-10-29T06:23:46.576-05:002013-10-29T06:23:46.576-05:00Back in 2008 while we were still living on the roa...Back in 2008 while we were still living on the road full time, Denny's father passed away and we had to bring his house into condition to sell. We put in long days and had a 50 mile drive to and from to get back to our campground. When we arrived home, instead of being able to sit and relax with a glass of wine Patches (the cat from h*ll) would want to walk the dry crick outside our door. At first I would sigh and complain about her lengthy explorations up and down the dry creek bed, but then I started taking my camera and really looking around during those times when the cat was stalled investigating a fascinating smell. I saw so much that summer and when I look back at the photos I realize how many beautiful small things we miss in our rush to either stay busy or desire to just put our feet up and veg out with the TV.RVVagabondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07447102040075632076noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-23323084169832083382013-10-28T19:06:36.671-05:002013-10-28T19:06:36.671-05:00Djan,
I checked that book and it looks good. Will ...Djan,<br />I checked that book and it looks good. Will see if my library has it. Thanks. <br /><br />Betsy,<br />You are probably right. Even the most normal have a screw loose relative in the mix somewhere. <br /><br />Linda,<br />Ha. My mom use to call those swats on the behind, "love taps." It is safe to apply if necessary. Go for it.<br /><br />turquoisemoon,<br />Yes, I totally agree with you and Mr.Burroughs. I too wish today's kids looked more to the outside for entertainment. <br /><br />Keith,<br />I think you are so right. They seem like messages just for us. <br /><br />robin,<br />I know what you mean. Those treasures that weren't written down, sometimes get lost. Songs get me also.<br /><br />fishducky,<br />I am so glad you got the book and hope you enjoy it as much as I. Isn't Robert a delightful treasure?<br /><br />islandwonder,<br />That is smart for it is then always there to remind you. <br /><br />Olga,<br />Pretty sure we will never get to find out if that is true. I sometimes think we need to observe the truly dysfunctional to make the rest of us feel quite normal.<br /><br />Naomi,<br />This is really strange. The part about "Neither a borrower or a lender be," are the exact words my Dad use to quote to me whenever I would ask for an advance on my allowance. Seriously. <br /><br />Jenny,<br />Hope you can find it. I really enjoyed it. <br /><br />Rian,<br />That describes it well. An "aha" moment. When something just clicks with us. <br />Arkansas Pattihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14156004753267665579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-206481399764636092013-10-28T15:48:07.822-05:002013-10-28T15:48:07.822-05:00I think we're all a bit 'disfunctional'...I think we're all a bit 'disfunctional' in some way. It's what makes us interesting.<br /><br />And I too love that "aha" moment when something either read or heard suddenly hits home and changes something within us.Rianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09472421271620543536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-20758460585958790032013-10-28T15:33:42.581-05:002013-10-28T15:33:42.581-05:00This book sounds wonderful! I'm going to see...This book sounds wonderful! I'm going to see if they have it at our library.<br /><br />Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12462124067637610359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-29986723924745823302013-10-28T14:59:26.947-05:002013-10-28T14:59:26.947-05:00I learned a short speech in High School from "...I learned a short speech in High School from "HAMLET"....I chose the speech and it has stayed with me ALL these many years.....I'm not sure I conciously knew how important this speech was and is to me---but Subconciously, there was a reason a chose it, and that it's holds true today for me----ALL these many many years later....<br />It is from a long speech that Polonius says to his son Laertes....The last few lines are the real key, for me.<br />"Neither a borrower or a lender be, for loan oft loses both itself and friend, and borrowing dulls the edge of husbandry." AND HERE COME THE LAST IMPORTANT LINES: <br />"This above all, to thine own self be true, And it must follow---as the night the day---thou canst not then be false, to any man..."<br /><br />Words to live by, for me.<br /><br />Great post Patti....it reminds one of things that hold such importance in your life and sometimes we need to be reminded of that.OldLady Of The Hillshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02458879772193114892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-68503358604602597502013-10-28T13:06:58.311-05:002013-10-28T13:06:58.311-05:00A book about functional families would probably be...A book about functional families would probably be plain boring. Olgahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00692441479616299920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-4080464912087350592013-10-28T12:20:58.789-05:002013-10-28T12:20:58.789-05:00It is great when this happens. I love to read magn...It is great when this happens. I love to read magnets in hopes it will happen. In the rare instance it does, it is purchased and placed on my refrigerator. <br /><br />islandwonderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09727478242779134189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-86923174619767471882013-10-28T12:17:24.446-05:002013-10-28T12:17:24.446-05:00Thank you for your suggestions. I just bought &qu...Thank you for your suggestions. I just bought "The Rockin' Chair" & subscribed to Robert Brault's blog!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-75010443540773549882013-10-28T10:36:15.572-05:002013-10-28T10:36:15.572-05:00Yes! I tend to remember song lyrics more than insp...Yes! I tend to remember song lyrics more than inspired lines from novels. Makes me wish I had been writing stuff down all of my life. <br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-71856096771292138722013-10-28T10:28:37.964-05:002013-10-28T10:28:37.964-05:00It's really amazing when this happens isn'...It's really amazing when this happens isn't it Patti? It's as if we were meant to read it or hear those words...it's the only way I can describe it. It happens to me often in hearing a song too. Optimistic Existentialisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11507986337866049924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1509736677359366469.post-39190666151039314402013-10-28T09:02:40.360-05:002013-10-28T09:02:40.360-05:00"I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and..."I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order." ~ John Burroughs<br />Going outside is a cure-all. Taking a walk or doing any kind of yard work is flat our therapy!!!<br />Patti, I don't see too many children simply outside playing anymore. A person can almost predict "ailments of the body or soul"...<br /><br />turquoisemoonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14893008689507282266noreply@blogger.com