Dammit. If I can’t tell you, who the hell can I tell?

It’s hard to come back gracefully after baring your soul to the world. But I have to.
Times are still tough, but I’m doing okay. Keeping my Dad busy has been the uppermost thing in my mind, but he’s doing alright. They would have been married 61 years this month.
Bugger, dammit.
I keep reminding him to remember the good times they had instead of how she was her last few days. It’s been good for me to remember the days she and I called each other Lorene and Chlorine. Tits and Toots. (I was not Toots. ;-) )
The time she and I went into a clock shop in Pigeon Forge, TN. … I made sure she was thoroughly occupied with a sales clerk while I set every clock in the shop to chime the hour just before we exited the store. :P
The day she and Dad drove up to see me and she and I went out for a roll of camera film and nearly had the cops out looking for us because we’d been gone for six hours.
The night so many years ago I invited her over for Purple Passions. I had to walk her home that night. ;-)
The memories are great. She was a fun-loving girl, and would want me to carry on.
So, I intend to.

Anything that happens after this, Mom, is for you and me.

Sorry to have been gone for so long. It’s been a long grueling journey the past few weeks.
My little Mom passed quietly away yesterday morning.

I don’t know about the future of this blog. It may stay or it may go, but it was a fun ride. Until I can get my thoughts together…..

One of the two candidates was hired yesterday, so I should have some help by the end of next week. I’m pretty beat down.

My mother had a terrible fall four days ago and has been in the hospital with some very nasty wounds to her head and a broken arm. She’s at home now, with a script for Lortab.  Hopefully she will regain some of her strength soon after beginning physical therapy in a few days.  It’s been a particularly horrid week so I apologize for my lack of humor.

Happy Mothers Day to all, and to my Mother… I love you dearly, Mom.
Thank you for loving me, laughing and crying with me.

I miss the you that you once were but you’ll always be my best friend.

I know it has been awhile since I posted. Sorry ’bout that. I have since become a full-time member of the work force. Sounds fancy, huh? Well, it ain’t. It is a break from my household duties, and my son’s incessant “Mommy. Mommy. Mommy!”. I say, “Yes, son?” He says, “Mommy. Mommy. Mommy!” I say, “What!” He says, “Uhmmmmmmm. Uhhhhhhh. I don’t know.” “Ok, well when you remember let me know,” I say. “Okay. I will. Mommy. Mommy Mommy.” I say, “what?!?” He says, “Uhhhhh. Uhmmmm.” I say to myself, “Daaaaaaaammmmmnnnnnn ittttttt!!!” So, but now I have no energy to do the things I said I would do when I had money. Nope. Now, I have more bills. How come that always happens? We had to give our dog away. That sucked. She is getting old, and the older my kids get the more they aggravate her. She is a pit bull. I am so not the person to judge a dog because of breed. Having said that, I am a parent before I am a pet owner. I am a responsible pet owner. My dog never offered to bite anyone or anything. I was afraid, however, a day might come when that might happen. Watched the warning signs, and it was time. She went with a good friend of mine. She is a single lady that lives by herself. She spoils my dog rotten. They are a perfect match. I miss her though. Overall, I am doing well. I am happy that I get to have more adult interaction in my day. Thank some freakin star out there that the people I work with are way cool. I deal with some idiots, though. I can’t help but hear Carlos Mencia and George Carlin arguing in my head. I just smile. I try to be good. I know Karma will be after me if I am not. I don’t like to be paranoid, so I just try not to screw up…too bad. :) I am going to schedule more time to post in the near future.

Peace Out Homies!!

Otherwise known as JoeMama around these parts, MissT is the grand dame of the pawn business. It just doesn’t get any better than her wondrous wisdom and talent. When you walk into her shop, she looks you in the eye, gives ya a big grin and sizes you up straight off. She already pretty much knows why you’re there, and can even lead a whore to Vassar just to make her think. (no pun there… no sireee) :P In these days of uncertainty and high gas prices, she’ll be sharing some great tips and tricks of her trade; while giving us a good understanding of how the industry works and the history behind it.

She likes gold and lots of it. She has more damned gold rings and chains than Cartier’s, and wears ‘em with s t y l e.

In a recent television interview she filled us in on why more people are using pawn to make ends meet:
“A lot of customers live paycheck to paycheck, so when these gas prices go up, they’ve got to find another resource for gas money.”

Manager of Westside Pawn in Knoxville, TN , MissT has seen a huge increase in the number of customers in need of cash for gas.

“If we write 10 loans, two of those, they will mention for gas money,” she said.

She says one of the biggest changes has been new customers.

“We’re seeing new customers come in the door, people that have never even been in a pawn shop.”

MissT also says she’s seen bigger loans. People are now more willing to sell big ticket items.

“Computers, jewelry, diamonds, the gold, platinum, we’re seeing more of. We had an individual that sold a laptop trying to get gas money to go to Pennsylvania.”

*Ask her about the time she took in someone’s gold teeth.

Hopefully she won’t mention the bowling ball incident.

I nearly peed all over myself!

Hey guys,

I always try to pass along great deal ideas. I happened upon this beautiful resort in the Great Smoky Mountains. They give enormous discounts during the off season. Heck, they give good deals all year long. There are great mountain views from some of their units. They have all sizes of cabins from one to eight bedrooms, most of which are pet-friendly. There is an enclosed, heated swimming pool, on-site, that is open year round. There is even a wedding chapel and reception hall for all you love birds out there. Their staff is incredibly friendly and are always ready to help in what ever way they can. The cabin that I saw was immaculate. I could not even believe how awesome it was. It is just a mile from the back side of Dollywood and Splash Country in Pigeon Forge. So, when you load up the family, there is no “how much longer until we get to ride the rides?” You get to wave at all the other people sitting in the miles long line trying to get in, as you drive right up to the gate. :)

If you are going to take a vacation to the Mountains of East Tennessee, you should call this resort and see what kind of deals they can give you. Their website is www.hiddenspringsresort.com

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Me, yep and here’s why.

Join the Dogster community

From his page you can see my cats too, all of whom are blogging and making friends like crazy.

Did you know there was a social network for cats and dogs?

Me either until yesterday.

I happen to think this is an excellent site for kids, as all things must be okay for the eyes and ears of 7 years old and up. Kids could certainly have a blast stepping into their pets minds and blogging for them, stumbling the other pups and cats and just generally feel all fuzzy and good after a visit.

If you do visit us, please leave Dexter a bone. :)