June 29

Hello my space Friends

Hello my friends .I was away for a few days visiting my family . Sorry I was not able to visit anyone for a few days . I seen my mama Rusty . She was happy to have me there . My brother and sister were there too . We all had a nice time . We had burgers on the barbeque . Talked about old times and had alot of laughs . Unforutnely I don't have a digital camera so I am not able to share any pictures with you . One thing I can tell you was that we had fun . Mama's little doggie is a little sick right now . They may have to cut their holiday short due to her being ill but mama won't know for a couple more days yet .

Well I just wanted you all to know I am back home now . I'm just going to chill tonight with hubby and tomorrow I will be back on your spaces to say hello.

Love you All Terry

June 25

The Wooden Bowl

The Wooden Bowl

I guarantee you will remember the tale of the Wooden Bowl

tomorrow, a week from now, a month from now , a year from now.

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A frail old man went to live with his son, daughter-in-law, and four-year - old grandson.

The old man's hands trembled, his eyesight was blurred, and his step faltered.

The family ate together at the table. But the elderly grandfather's shaky hands and

failing sight made eating difficult. Peas rolled off his spoon onto the floor.

When he grasped the glass, milk spilled on the tablecloth.

The son and daughter-in-law became irritated with the mess.
'We must do something about father,' said the son.

'I've had enough of his spilled milk, noisy eating, and food on the floor.'

So the husband and wife set a small table in the corner.

There, Grandfather ate alone while the rest of the family enjoyed dinner.

Since Grandfather had broken a dish or two, his food was served in a wooden bowl.

When the family glanced in Grandfather's direction, sometimes he had a tear in his eye as he sat alone.

Still, the only words the couple had for him were sharp admonitions when he dropped a fork or spilled food.

The four-year-old watched it all in silence.

One evening before supper, the father noticed his son playing with wood scraps on the floor.

He asked the child sweetly, 'What are you making?' Just as sweetly, the boy responded,

'Oh, I am making a little bowl for you and Mama to eat your food in when I grow up.
' The four-year-old smiled and went back to work.

The words so struck the parents so that they were speechless.

Then tears started to stream down their cheeks.

Though no word was spoken, both knew what must be done.

That evening the husband took Grandfather's hand and gently led him back to the family table.

For the remainder of his days he ate every meal with the family. And for some reason,

neither husband nor wife seemed to care any longer when a fork was dropped, milk spilled, or the tablecloth soiled.

On a positive note, I've learned that, no matter what happens,

how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.

I've learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way he/she handles four things:

a rainy day, the elderly, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.

I've learned that, regardless of your relationship with your parents,

you'll miss them when they're gone from your life.

I've learned that making a 'living' is not the same thing as making a 'life..'

I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.

I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mitt on both hands.

You need to be able to throw something back

I've learned that if you pursue happiness, it will elude you

But, if you focus on your family, your friends, the needs of others,

your work and doing the very best you can, happiness will find you

I've learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision.

I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one.

I've learned that every day, you should reach out and touch someone.

People love that human touch -- holding hands, a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.

I've learned that I still have a lot to learn.

June 21

Two Horses In a Feild

A story about two horses ,thought I would share it .

Two Horses In a Feild,

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Just up the road from my home is a field,

with two horses in it.

From a distance, each looks like every other horse.

But if you stop your car, or are walking by,

you will notice something quite amazing.

Looking into the eyes of one horse will

disclose that he is blind.

His owner has chosen not to have him put down,

but has made a good home for him.

This alone is amazing.

If nearby and listening,

you will hear the sound of a bell.

Looking around for the source of the sound,

you will see that it comes from the

smaller horse in the field.

Attached to her halter is a small bell.

It lets her blind friend know where she is,

so he can follow her.

As you stand and watch these two friends,

you'll see how she is always checking on him,

and that he will listen for her bell and then

slowly walk to where she is, trusting that she

will not lead him astray. When she returns to the

shelter of the barn each evening, she stops

occasionally and looks back, making sure her

friend isn't too far behind to hear the bell.

Like the owners of these two horses,

God does not throw us away just because

we are not perfect or because we have problems

or challenges. He watches over us and even brings

others into our lives to help us when we are in need.

Sometimes we are the blind horse being guided by

the little ringing bell of those who God places in our lives.

Other times we are the guide horse, helping others see.

Good friends are like this .

You don't always see them,

but you know they are always there.

Please listen for my bell and I'll listen for yours.

"Be kinder than necessary,

for everyone you meet is

fighting some kind of battle".

Isn't this little monkey so cute !!!!!

June 12

Hello Everybody

Hello everybody how are you all doing out there in space land anyway ???

In Burlington here where I live in Ontario ,it is nice today .It's only 14 today I think .I have my windows opened letting the breeze in ,listening to the birds .

My kitty cats had me awake early ,meowing saying good morning Mommy

and wanting to get their mornign feeding .

They keep me on my toes .

This is Bandit ,she loves to be talked to and petted .

She is quite the Daddys girl

too . Her moew goes right through you .She is demanding .She is kind of

spoiled .I don't know how she got that way !!!!

This is Smokie .He is a big male cat .He weighs as much

as my little niece does .22 pounds .

He is a big sook ,and likes to sleep on the bed and on top of

clothes .If you stop looking at him when you're talking to him

he taps you with his paw .so cute .He is spoiled too ,must of been Daddy ,haha

I had 2 other cats but due to illness I lost them .But I keep their

memory alive on here and in my heart .

Pets and Animals play a big role in our lives .

From the smallest insect to the biggest mammal .

I just had a physical last week .Plus a full range of blood work .

I got a call Tuesday morning .The results shown I was extremely low in iron .

Aparently according to my file .It was low in 2006 ,

But it was never followed up on .So here I was for 2 years

feeling exausted ,like I got hit by a truck .And I didn't know why .

Not too mention that I already have a B12 defientcy .

Oh my goodness me .

Anyway I'm hoping these iron pills wake my body ,

as I thinks it's been in a coma for a few years or so .

So until I talk to you all again ,this is Peace out From Terry

and her Pets Picnic Basket .

And Don't forget your furry ,feathered friends .

They are Angels in Disgise .

He is keeping his eyes on you .

June 08

For Fathers Day

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Daughter to father poems . A Little Girl Needs Daddy poem

A little girl needs Daddy
For many, many things:
Like holding her high off the ground
Where the sunlight sings!
Like being the deep music
That tells her all is right
When she awakens frantic with
The terrors of the night.

Like being the great mountain
That rises in her heart
And shows her how she might get home
When all else falls apart.

Like giving her the love
That is her sea and air,
So diving deep or soaring high
She'll always find him there.

Whether it be now or when I was a child

I guess a little girl holds her dad up high

Below is another poem ,he is not my real father but he holds the same place

in my heart .He is my step dad ,AKA Papabear or Pops

This poem is for him ;

What Makes a Dad

God took the strength of a mountain,
The majesty of a tree,
The warmth of a summer sun,
The calm of a quiet sea,
The generous soul of nature,
The comforting arm of night,
The wisdom of the ages,
The power of the eagle's flight,
The joy of a morning in spring,
The faith of a mustard seed,
The patience of eternity,
The depth of a family need,
Then God combined these qualities,
When there was nothing more to add,
He knew His masterpiece was complete,
And so,

He called it ... Dad

~~Author Unknown.~~

This is a picture of him with my Mom (Rusty). I couldn't

get the picture centered. But you can see he is a gem. And the poem says it all .

Well I must close this blog before I make a complete mess of it, haha.

Still a rookie at this stuff ya know.

May need to get Mama to fix it up for me.

Anyway to all you Dads out there.

"Happy Fathers Day"

Love you All Terry

June 03

Dealing With Migraines

Hello everyone out there in space land .I know it's been awhile since I posted something ,but for the respect of my cousin I gave it a little time .

I don't know about any of you out there !!! But I have been having these silly headaches everyday .With this weather going on I am sure it is the cause .Mostly my sinus areas but it tends to spread through my head at diffrent pressure points .

Do any of you out there suffer from these type of symptoms ? I did find some information about them .I will keep looking and talking to my doctor .

Hope you all are fine and doing well out there ,I love you all very much .And remember when your kitty or doggy or even a bird or turtle act a little funny on a given day, give them some extra love they may have a headache .You never know right ???

Somthing for ya all to think about .Tootles Terry

How to handle
the dreaded barometric pressure headache!

Weather headache - is there a rainbow in the clouds?
If you've ever had a barometric pressure headache, you know it can be really difficult to deal with. Let's take a quick look at the research that's out there on barometric pressure headache and see if we can limit your pain!

It's been fairly obvious throughout history that weather, and particularly changes in the weather, have an effect on your body. In spite of this long line of weather-sensitive individuals, scientists are still unsure why changes in weather cause headaches and other migraines. There is a theory, however. Changes in pressure cause changes in oxygen levels.

It could be that blood vessels in your head expand or contract to compensate. Changes in the size of your blood vessels is part of the flow of changes that happen when you get a migraine headache. This is also why you may get a headache when flying, hiking, or even travelling to a new location.

A study was done by a group of researchers led by Dr. Galina Mindlin of Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia with migraineurs and "normal" individuals to compare their reactions to weather. The study found that migraines are indeed more likely when pressure rises, and somewhat more likely when the temperature rises. (Read more about the barometric pressure migraines study here)

Many researchers believe that it's not pressure alone, but a variety of weather factors together that trigger migraine. A study done in 1981 found that during phase 4 weather migraines increased – that's weather with low pressure, the passage of a warm front, high temperature and humidity, and often overcast skies. (Read this interesting article about health and weather) According to the American National Headache Foundation, weather changes may also cause chemical changes in the body, another factor that triggers migraine. Many believe that the electrical charge of the air may also have something to do with your headaches.

Weather.com now has an "aches and pains" forecast, basically based on dropping pressure, increased humidity and changes or extremes in temperature. Click here to see if a barometric pressure headache is on the way. Just enter your zip code or city.

What can I do about Barometric Pressure Headache?

Looking on the bright side, often barometric pressure headache sufferers at least have a little advance warning, especially if there is a predicted weather front moving in, or if you know you're about to go on a trip. Here are a few suggestions for dealing with the pain:

1.Keep track of the effects of weather on your headache

If you think pressure changes are a trigger for you, try keeping a diary of weather changes and headache pain. For this you'll want to get a decent barometer (preferably not the cheap ornamental one that you bought at the hardware store or department store). Ideally if you really want to investigate, consider investing in a digital barometer. These are not cheap, but they do tend to give you more accurate, exact readings.

2.Talk to your doctor about medications

Your doctor may suggest you take an anti-inflammatory drug such as ibuprofen before you travel or when a headache begins to come on. At least one doctor I know of recommended doubling your normal migraine medication dosages when taking a trip. Obviously you'll want to discuss these options with your doctor. Take along your diary from #1 so that you can show him how your body is reacting to pressure changes.

3.Try an ionizer or humidifier, or get some fresh air

This will not directly solve the pressure problem, but it may help with some weather related headache. Some people find that a walk by a waterfall or river will help. If you don't have easy access or need to lie down indoors (as many with barometric pressure headache or migraine do), try going to a room with a humidifier or ionizer. (Obviously if you're in a humid climate you'll want to avoid adding more moisture to the air!)

4. Check out some of the other medications and remedies on this website and learn something new!

Barometric pressure headache may respond particularly well to certain medications or home remedies.

Barometric pressure headache can be tough to handle. But don't give up! You are an individual, and you may have to keep trying until you find the treatment that helps you kill that barometric pressure headache...

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May 27

My Cousin Stephanie lost her battle with Cancer

I'm not very good at expressing pain ,only by just crying .My young cousin Stephanie lost her battle with cancer .She was the strongest person I ever seen to go through this and always have a smile .

She was a cutie as a little girl and always sucked her fingers .She is only a few years older then my own daughter so my heart breaks that this young life was taken in such a way .I know that God must of needed an angel for sure .

She was a beautiful young woman and only been married a little over a year or so .She could never have children due to her cancer .

I babysat her and her sister a few times when they were small .

Stephanie is on the left and her sissy Jennifer is beside her ,they were very close and remained very close .

Loosing loved ones is never easy .Stephanie fought for a long time .She was in remision twice before .But this last battle was a war and the cancer won .She is in heaven now .She will be missed by her family and friends greatly .

So I light another candle for the loss of another sweet loved one .Keeping her memory alive .God Bless .

Love Terry

May 25

A message for all my space friends

Hello everybody out there in space land .For some reason I cannot sleep tonight .I went to bed at 10:45 feeling tired and yawning my head off .But I could not get to sleep .It's 3am in the morning and i'm still awake . I am tired though I have to say .

I wanted you all to know just how much you all mean to me out there . I think with Dee passing away I just find myself never saying enough to all of you . I wish I had of told her one last time how much I truely cared for her .

I am a little sensitive one I have to say .I was on the internet and found a poem .The first part of it doesn't really apply to me .The part where it says I have children in bed .Well i guess that could be my kittys haha.

Anyway space friends this kind of says how I feel about you and I had to post it .{ And yes Piggy it means you too ,oink ,oink}

Screen Friends

by Miasartiff

My husband has finally gone to work
My children have finished their play
they've gone to bed their stories read
Now it's my time of day.

I've had one of those days
you know what I mean
so I sit back and relax
and turn on my screen.

I'll talk to all my friends
who know just what to say
to make my stresses go
and my troubles fade away.

My friends you're always there for me
whenever I feel blue
and though we've never met before
I know our friendships true.

And although we haven't been friends for long
in this short time it seems
we shared so many things already
our hopes, our fears, our dreams.

We come from different walks of life
but we share a common bond
and it's time to say that of all of you
I've grown so very fond.

So thank you friends for being there
whenever I've needed you
I know you're always there for me
and you know I'm there for you.

So there you have it folks . I hope ya all realize I did post this at 3 in the morning ,thats just how important you are to me .

Until We meet again .This Is Terry from her Pet Picnic Basket oxoxox

May 22

Poems For My Daughter

When I had my daughter , it was by far the most emotional time in my life .

I wrote 3 little poems for her .I would like to share them with you all .

"Life"

Life is having someone to hold ,

when you get scared or cold,

Life is having someone to love,

Like having a child you're so proud of.

Written by :Terry (me )

"Little Angels Love"

The world is full of fighting and war,

But with little angels around ,we forget all the more,

With little arms to hold you tight ,

we never have a reason to fight.

Written by: Terry (me)

"Angels"

Angels are hard to come by ,

I hope forever she'll be by my side ,

She's beautiful as you can see,

I hope forever she will love me.

Written by : Terry (me)

My beautiful baby girl
playing outside on the lawn

without a care in the world...
but soon you will be gone.

When you were born I couldn't believe
how much you looked like me,

an image so clear none could deny
and all could plainly see.

My little one won't stay at home
forever in the yard,

a time will come when I'll let go
and I know it will be hard.

I'm sure the happiness I've known
will stay here in my heart

long after you are fully grown,
and we are far apart.

But no matter where you go
in this wide and wondrous world,

I'll always treasure you, my dear,
as my beautiful baby girl.

My daughter Samantha and I .She is 23 now.

This picture was taken two years ago .

May 19

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May 15

For Dee

This Candle Is Lit For Dee,You will always be with Us .I Love You My Friend.

Spacers may feel a bit empty now .One of the sweetest people I have ever met has past away. This is a blog saying goodbye to a sweet lady I met through spaces .Dee was a lady, alot of us knew . She was kind, loving and somehow always gave me strength. I truely believe she was an angel here on earth .

Sweet Dee I just want to tell you that I love you and that I thought you were a very special lady . You gave more love to all of us ,more then you will ever know . You will always have a special place in my heart and I will remember you as the sweet soul you were and know you take comfort in heaven with Jesus.God Bless you ,God Love you . Love Terry

May 12

Gods Creatures

I love animals alot .They play a big role on our earth . With their beauty and grace ,they make living on earth alot easier .

Some people think of pigs as being dirty and squirmy ,but I think they are cute .

Killer whales are big and seem scarey ,but they are as gracious as a butterfly when you watch them swim in the ocean

An eagle is also one of our protected animals of our planet .They are smart ,and have a better maturaity then humans .When they pick their mate they stay with that same mate until death .

Kitties are one of my favourite animals of all .they are so friendly and cuddly and love you faithfully. I have 2 kitties and I would be lost without them .

All animals are safe here .

Lets do our part to protect animals of this earth . Love you all Terry

April 17

Smokie

HELLO EVERYONE .I'M JUST LETTING YOU ALL KNOW THAT SMOKIE IS MAKING A SPEEDY RECOVERY .HE IS ACTING LIKE HIS OLD SELF AGAIN .WANTING TO GET BRUSHED AND PETTED AND CHASING ME AROUND .HIS APETITE HAS COME BACK AGAIN AND HE IS MAKING MORE OF A FUSS TAKING HIS MEDICINE HAHA .I GUESS NO KITTYS LIKE TAKING MEDICINE .MY MAMA'S DOGGIE MAGOO IS FEELING A BIT UNDER THE WEATHER RIGHT NOW .SHE IS A LITTLE JACK RUSSEL AND FULL OF ENERGY AND LOVES TO PLAY BALL AND DO TRICKS .SHE IS A GOOD DOG AND I AM PRAYING SHE COMES THROUGH THIS WITH FLYING COLOURS .I CALL HER MY SISSY AS WE SHARE THE SAME MAMA AND PAPA .

I HOPE EVERYONE IS DOING GOOD OUT THERE IN SPACE LAND .LOTS OF LOVE TO YOU ALL LOVE TERRY AND HER PETS IN HER BASKET ,UNTIL NEXT TIME

April 12

My Smokie

WELL MY SMOKIE GOT HOME YESTERDAY AFTERNOON ABOUT 4:30 ,HE WAS A BIT GROGGY AND STAGERRY BUT ALL AND ALL PRETTY GOOD .HE HAS TO BE ON ANTIBIOTICS FOR 2 WEEKS AND HE GETS HIS STITCHES OUT IN 10 DAYS OR SO .HIS SISTER WAS A LITTLE NERVOUS ABOUT EVERYTHING ,SHE HISSED AT HIM HAHA ,I THINK IT WAS FROM THE SMELLS OF THE DRUGS AND THE VETS CLINIC THAT KIND OF SCARED HER .BUT SHE IS BETTER THIS MORNING .SMOKIE IS PURRING THIS MORNING AND BEING THE BIG SOOK HE ALWAYS IS .HE JUST NEEDS TO HEAL NOW .HE SLEPT PRETTY CLOSE TO ME AND DADDY LAST NIGHT .HE IS RESTING NOW AGAIN TOO AFTER HE HAD HIS BREAKFAST .I WILL KEEP YOU POSTED ON HIS PROGRESS ,THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO'S SUPPORTED ME THROUGH THIS ,YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE ,AL HAHA AND MY MAMA TOO OF COURSE .LOVE YA'S HUGS TERRY

April 11

My Smokie

Hello EVERYONE .MY SMOKIE IS OFF FOR HIS SURGERY .HE WILL BE HOME THIS EVENING .I HAVE A AREA MADE UP FOR HIM TO RECOVER .HIS SISTER MISSES HIM NOT BEING HERE .I HAD NO IDEA I WOULD BE THIS NERVOUS .I JUST WISH I WAS THERE TO BE CLOSE TO HIM TO LET HIM KNOW ITS OKAY .I TRUST MY VET SO IT SHOULD ALL GO WELL .I WILL UPDATE MY SPACE LATER AFTER HIS SURGERY ,CATCH YA THEN OK LOVE TERRY

April 08

UPDATE ON MY KITTY SMOKIE

HELLO EVERYONE .SINCE MY LAST BLOG WE FOUND OUT MORE ABOUT MY KITTY SMOKIE .IT WASN'T HIS BOWEL THAT WAS LEAKING .WE HAVE DISCOVERED A REPTURED ANAL SACK .IT HAD GOT INFECTED SOMEHOW AND BUSTED AND IT IS NOW A BIG HOLE BY HIS BACKSIDE .SO HE NEEDS SURGERY .HE GOES IN THIS WEEK ON THURSDAY APRIL 10TH .IF WE DO NOT FIX THE PROBLEM SOON THE OUTCOME WON'T BE GOOD SO WE SAID THERE'S NO WAY WE ARE LETTING THIS GO ON .SO I ASK YOU AGAIN IF YOU ARE READING THIS ,IF YOU COULD SAY A LITTLE PRAYER FOR HIM .I WILL KEEP YOU ALL POSTED ON HIS CONDITION .THANK YOU ,GOD BLESS LOVE AND HUGS TERRY

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