Here Kitty Kitty Kitty... (Yeah, that be you KittyChile!!)

It's that time of year again to celebrate the arrival into the world of one of our favorite people here on Multiply (at least one of my favorite! *winks*) .... KITTYCHILE!!!
You are such a cute baby!! Yep, your Mum gave me this pic!! ~~>

SURRRPRISE!!!

By the way, before I go any farther... Kitty, this was YOUR Mum's idea & is a gift to you from her!!! She "hired" me to plan & host this party for you! Just thought you'd like to know!!

It is my understanding that you never really had any surprise birthday parties growing up, so she wanted to do it for you this year!

Now let's get on with it... *goes to the shed & drags in a...*
(Just be sure to wipe your feet / paws on the rug after your "dip"!)



Time to set up the food tables...

And can't forget the drinks





Oh, will someone go turn the jukebox on please... (that link will open up in a new window / tab so that you can enjoy the party without the music slowing it down!)

Now, where did I put that cake??


We need ice cream too...

Time now for your presents, Kitty! This one is from Dory.

Even our caffeinated friend, Jo, has left you some catnip & cream!!

*drags in her gift to the birthday girl* Now, you have NO more excuses to come visit your American friends! *winks* HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you Sis!

Our friend HeartsofParis has send you some toys & a new cat house! ;o)

You'll find more presents down below, I'm sure! ;)

Let's get this PARRRTY started...

It's a week, no a MONTH of Birthdays!!

March is a BIRTHDAY BONANZA!! Well, it seems like it to me... A lot of my friends are having birthdays this month!! (Alright, yeah, I'm a little partial since this is my birthday month too!!)

Let's start with little miss Amy!! TOMORROW is her birthday! She does not have a public blog anymore... so, I won't link her, but you can find her in my contacts. If you're a mutual friend... please go leave her a message or 2 to brighten her day. (I may have a birthday party blog up later tomorrow for her & my other friend.)

Passion Wolf is the other friend... her birthday is Saturday!! Her & I are both celebrating a big milestone this year.

Oh, I see that the Dancer (Linda) has her b-day on Friday!! With 3 friends celebrating this week... sounds like a good reason for a PARRRRTTTY!!

Sunday is Kitty Biscuits (not to be confused with KittyChile!!) day... & Denise is next Tuesday & next Thursday is Katha's!!

WOWWEE!! Lots o' BIRTHDAYS!!

Sounds like this is going to be a month long party!!

Let me see... let me go find a few things for this party...

(Feel free to post SMALL birthday graphics here. However, it will be more advantageous to go post them on the ladies guestbook's than here!)

We need a little music...

& a little bit of food.

Instead of a chocolate fountain this time... I'm bringing in a CHOCOLATE POOL!!!

ENJOY!!

That's all I'm putting out for now... Only because I know many of you will bring along your own goodies. (If you post a picture... please remember to keep it small... so as not to slow down the loading of this page.)

Rules of the party... Have fun, keep comments decent (obscene & profanity free)... & HAVE FUN!!!
(Disclaimer: Photos found in Google Images... Except the 1st one, it's from Glitter-Graphics.com)

Busy busy...

Tonight is the 9th Annual Christmas Euchre Party. It's something that my hubby & I look forward to every year.

We need to take a snack, & of course as every year, I am making chocolate chip cookies. How can I not... everyone loves them.

I am not sure if I've shared before... but a friend even says they're better than his mom's! That I take to the bank, because I've had his mom's before... & I think they're wonderful! :o)

Hubby tries to say it's because of my Kitchen Aid mixer... I say nope... it's because I use REAL vanilla... not the imitation stuff! & What I use is "double strength"!!! So, it gives out a great flavor.

Plus I use Nestle Toll House chocolate chips & that recipe. (Adjusting tiny tads here & there.)

I swear though... I've never made a batch the same way twice! LOL.

Anyway I'll try to get some pictures and maybe even a video.

Toodles... lots to do yet! :)

9th Annual Euchre Party

Start:	Dec 13, '08 5:00p
End:	Dec 13, '08 11:00p
Location:	Mid, OH

Fun; food; & fellowship to be had by all in attendance.

Chance for the ADULTS to get out!!

I did it again!

I swear, stairs and me just don't get along anymore.

Earlier today I was going UP the steps to get ready for Grammy's party when I slipped... Twisted my back. Oh no... OH YES!!! At least I didn't LAND on it! So, I called Mike & my sister... & made arrangements for her to get him. I didn't think I was going to make it.

Well, after talking to my mom, who basically said I needed to at least make an appearance. Even if I didn't stay long. Well, that was about 1:00p.m. ... & the party was over at 3... well... I made it by 2:50p!! (People were still there... & Grammy was too.)

I gave her, her gift from Dave & I... a pair of Christmas slippers. (they're cute!)

There were a TON of Red Roses in vases & they were giving them away. My mom made sure I took a few... I was only going to take one, but she hands me 4!

Oh... & sorry, no pictures... My battery died on my phone. I forgot all about it 'til I went to leave & then I saw it had died. Don't worry though... I'll try to get some outdoor shots of the place later... seeing how it's down the road from the farm & all.

Anyway, I just wanted you all to know that, if you don't see me around tomorrow... I may just be sleeping & trying to ward off the back pain. (At least I'm sitting up right now! But not to last much longer.) Going to check my messages & I'm going back to a fetal position... well, ok, just laying down! LOL! :)

Toodles all!

90 years young... NEED EVERYONE'S HELP, please...

Well, tomorrow (Sunday) we will be celebrating Grammy (as I will now refer to her from now on... My sister Gina has started that... & I rather like it!) 90th birthday. (Her official one is a few days away.)

I wasn't looking forward to going... with all the people & all... but now that it's snowed quite a bit today (couple inches) it's looking very Christmasy out there... & the place the party is going to be at is up in the "woods" sort of.

All I know is that it's going to be a beautiful site.

One draw back. Got to pick up Mike on my way. UGH! He's been a bit of a pistol lately. I mean non stop... & I don't mean interesting chatter either. (GEESH Dad... I was NOT that bad when I was growing up... & I know I was NOT that bad when I was 19!!!!)

So, anyway... this is my official request for birthday greetings for my Grammy (on the far left in above photo, btw)... HOWEVER... please... no graphics, for I am going to have to read them to her. She will not be able to see the screen that well.

Also, would you please put what state (or country) you're from. She will get a kick out of it all... that she's getting greetings from all around the world.

You do NOT have to give an exact location. Just an approximate area. :o)

Thanks a bunch... & I hope you all are able to see this & comment without any problems. I know Multiply has been having a little problem the past 24 hours... I hope that someone has finally kicked that server.

Toodles & HUGS!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MAMA DI!!!!! (SURPRISE!!!)

Well Mama, did we surprise you?? Did you think we forgot or didn't know it was YOUR DAY??? NOT HARDLY!!!

I don't want to waist anytime with "rules"... I think you all know how this works!! (If not, just ask!)... Let's get this party started...

1st we need to set out the grub... & first & foremost we need them Purple Angel Smoothies for our honored guest...

& then let's get some food...

We can't forget the cake!!


Then we have a special treat flown in from Australia... (better hurry Mama... I may just snag them all for myself!!)



Ok... I think that will do it... oh...wait... we need music...


Now... let's get started... On the count of three... Everyone get ready... she's on her way here!!!

1... 2... 3....

SURPRISE!!!

SHHHH .... It's a surprise... PARTY TIME ON MONDAY...

At some point on Monday I will be posting a blog to honor our favorite Purple Angel's (Quiet Warrior / Mama Di) birthday... ... not sure just yet how we'll keep it a surprise until she arrives... I'll figure it out!

Anyway, Caghs wanted me to get the word out early... So... now, I ask you to help me... will you please pass the word along.... Let's make this a big party for her! :o)

Please do NOT .... I repeat do NOT put this in a mass message... put it in a blog (as this one is) & below your "tags" is "access"... click the circle next to "individuals" & then click whom you wish to see the blog... MAKING SURE you do NOT choose Mama Di. And make sure your blog is NOT public as to where she might see it!!!!

If you've never been to a blog party... it's a hoot! Actually it's just like a big chat session!! :o)

Also, please don't anyone tell her about this... we want it to be a SURPRISE!!! Thanks!!! :o)

Busy bee...

Oh, I'm not trying to steal the concept of a new found friend... Stillybee... it's just today I've been a busy bee!!

As I mentioned in yesterday's quick blog, I had to go to the farm this morning to work on the plans for the big party on the 5th...

Well, Mom & I compiled a list of names & how many we think that might come if they all were to show up... & at this moment we're at 164 guests!!! Told you it was going to be big!!! But of course... that's not a final count or anything like that... & not all that's family... however the majority of it is... over 50 of them!

So, anyway, here is MY list of to do... SO FAR... I have to make a formal invite (with a map) to email to all & to mail to those who are still in the stone age ... create a slide show of family pictures that my mom, my sister Gina & I have... organize & finish the spread sheet with everyone's email address' & other contact info... create some signs & banners... and create a newsletter / game sheet to be handed out... Oh & I have to find a true guest book... or if all else fails, I'll make one! (That may be the best bet, so I can be sure it has all the info I want for future use!!) :)

It's a good thing Mom does this only every other year... or so!! (Though it's been a few years since the last one. Not that it matters anyway.) Anyhoo... that's my list so far.

Oh... Mom & I also put together an outline of what is needed & who will be in charge of bringing and / or set up.

I already told Mom, don't be surprised if I run & hide at some point. But then again... maybe not... because I volunteered to be in charge of the "Texas Hold 'em Tournament".

Ok... with all that said... does anyone have any ideas you think we might incorporate... & maybe things for the kids to do... there will be quite a few of them! :) We've already planned on having a checkers table. It just would be great to have some back up plans... AND anything at no cost would be great... My mom is already starting to fret a little about how much all the rental stuff (like the 20'x20' tent) will be. All ideas welcomed.

How about a tip before I pull this train into the station... certain prescription containers make for a great way to carry Q-tips (cotton swabs)... at least the ones I get are just the right size!! :)

Well that does it for this trip... hope you all enjoyed your ride!!

Blog Party at Katha's site...

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Hey all... did you know that Katha is celebrating her 2nd bloggiversary?? Well here's the link in case you want to join in on the fun! :)

She has lots of food & goodies at her place... come join us! :)

http://kathamaranatha.multiply.com/journal/item/296?mark_read=kathamaranatha:journal:296

ANOTHER BIRTHDAY PARTY....

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My dear dear friend Autumn Sunshine is hosting ME a Birthday party on her blog...
Come join in on the fun! :)

Click here ---> http://autumntx.multiply.com/journal/item/10/COME_JOIN_THE_BIRTHDAY_PARTY_BLOG

Today's the BIG day!! :)

Well, I turn 39 today! In some ways I don't feel like it... other ways I feel 69!!

I have no clue what is going on today... No plans have been made with my family... either my side or my hubby's side. And since Easter is this Sunday... I am not sure how it's all going to work out.

To be honest, this is the 1st year, that I recall, where I am looking forward to being at home & alone... well, I'll have all of you... but I think you know what I mean. LOL.

I take that back, there is one thing in the works that I know of... My dear friend Autumn Sunshine is going to host a blog party... So, I hope you all can make it! If you've never been to a blog party... they're a blast! It's like a big ol' chat session.

Then I do know that the Ladies of the apartment building I'm "living" at on SL (Second Life) might be throwing me a party there too... but I don't think it's until tomorrow (Friday). So, don't worry... I won't be hiding out there today... I may stop by for a few to say "hi" to all.

I sure hope that I am feeling a lot better than I was yesterday (Wednesday) because I turned $hiba off at approximately 5:00p.m. due to a major sinus headache. I couldn't take looking at the screen anymore.

Then I laid down & napped most of the evening. It is now "officially" my b-day... & I just jumped on long enough to check my messages & emails :)

To my delight another dear friend, Denise, has sent a message for you all to leave me a gift... if you were not a part of the PM... I am leaving another "gadget" below so you don't feel left out! LOL

I just love gifts! :) This is a little different version... but still just as easy... to leave a gift... click on "leave a gift" & to see what has been left already... click on "browse gifts"... simple enough?? LOL :)

I don't get... I wonder if it's the headache or the fact next year I'll be 40... but I'm not that excited this year about my birthday.

Hmmm... I was for a little while... right now... well, I'm sure, knowing me.... that will change before the day is over! :)

Oh, I'm sure I'll be more with it as the day rolls on! :) Especially after I get the call from my mom! That always livens me up! LOL :)

So, don't be surprised if I disappear for a short time around the 10:00 a.m. hour.. because I was born at 10:11 a.m. on March 20th 1969 & Mom usually calls around then!! :)

Ok, will someone PLEASE pull on the "emergency brake cord"! This train is getting a mind of it's own! LOL :)

Ok, all... I'm going back to snoozzzzing. Thanks for allowing me to be a little selfish in leaving this blog :) LOL

Until later... Have a GREAT Thursday!! :)

Who's birthday is it?? LET'S PARTY!!! :)

It be my very sweet, great, & dear friend Autumn Sunshine!!

Join in on wishing her a happy day...

If you have Yahoo Messenger, let me know... I was wondering if anyone wants to party there, too!! :)

(I have it fixed to where the images will appear smaller than they are... to see them in full... just right click on the image & choose "view image"... Then just hit your back button to return to the party! Thanks!) :) :)

Help your self to the cake!

Come Join in on the fun...

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Even if you did not participate in SV (Secret Valentine) I am opening the party to anyone who wants to have fun! :)

I had to end up moving it to a new room... so you can find it HERE.

If you stop in... please don't just hang out in the doorway... at least say "hi"! :)

If you've never been to a blog party... it's just like being in a chat room! :)

Hope to see ya there! :)

Rumble On - I mean Ramble

I'm just going to start typing & see where it leads me! LOL... actually there is one thing I want to say for sure... & that is I am working on a Secret Santa project... I hope to unveil it tomorrow :)

Another thing is, I just haven't rambled to you all in a while... I've been chatting it up with a friend & I just haven't really wanted to bore anyone with my troubles.

Troubles, what troubles you ask? Well, compared to some friends, my problems are minor. However, because it affects me, they seem more major than minor.

(Ok, I am tired, that I am not wanting to be creative with my words... so, I'll just TALK!!)

My main problem, I've mentioned before... I am SICK & TIRED OF BEING SICK & TIRED!!

I know, I know, you're all probably tired too... tired of hearing me complaining! I just don't know what is wrong with me! Not sure if it's lack of sleep some days & too much other days...

Or if my thyroid is still screwy. Speaking of, I had to stop my meds for about 3 weeks until the week after Thanksgiving because of a special scan. (That reminds me, I need to call the doctor tomorrow to get the results. I assume nothing is wrong, because no one has called to tell me so.)

ANYWAY, I have been back on my meds for 2 weeks now. I thought I would have notice a change by now... but I'm still having more bad days than good!

My bad days are days I can't seem to get moving and / or fight with a major headache. The only thing I feel like doing is turning on SenCi (my laptop) & surf the net. (With the tv on for noise.) Sometimes I'll mess around with my site & maybe talk with a couple friends... but even then it's not much.

Very bad days... I won't even turn the tv on... then you know IT'S A BAD DAY!!

On good days I have WAY too much energy! For example... this past Saturday, our yearly HOG Christmas Party. Maybe it's because I slept most of the day before getting up & getting ready for the party. And maybe it was because I was a bundle of nerves... I think that's because I did not go on any of the rides this year... because... well, I've just been plain tired, or just scared!

Scared, because I am going to wreck the bike. I mean... come on, my ability to ride at all is only from the "natural feeling" of knowing what to do. (Oh, if you didn't know, I didn't start riding until 2001 & that is part of my memory block.) So, like working on the computer, it's just going to take time to get used to again.

I do have to say, the few times I was on the bike, it felt GREAT! Why shouldn't it... it's a HARLEY!!!

Anyway, we were at the party & I think I may have over done it a bit... I just hope that those who I've talked to realize some of the "hyperness" was due to the alcohol I had. (I didn't drink THAT much... but enough for me! & Yes, hubby drove!) I just know that I feel a little bit embarrassed because I couldn't stop talking. (Kind of like now! LOL)

I did tell just about anyone who talked with me that I hoped to get back to riding this next year. & I told them I've been dealing with depression.

Amazingly enough they were all supportive! So, all & all, I enjoyed the party! I think all the "pumping" myself up about it came to a boil... add a couple kamikazes & watch out!!

NO, I did not end up dancing on any tables! I did however do a little bit of the "Electric Slide"! I feel bad, because one of my friends requested it for me & I didn't hear it 'til it was almost over!... Well, I am glad, though! I usually get embarrassed 1/2 way through the song, because I'm goofing it up or I'm way off beat. This way, I didn't get the chance to mess up! LOL

I can't believe after all these years I still remember how to do the "Electric Slide"! Keep in mind most things feel like it's been 10 years or so since I've done it, seen it, or even thought about it!

Another thing I wanted to mention is that I am in the "playoffs" for my FFL league I created! And guess who I beat the 1st week in the playoffs... MY HUBBY!! ROTFLMTO!!! This is my 1st year & also he beat me TWICE during the regular season! So, this is a big victory for me! I'm just shocked to still be in it!

I'm also in another league... a much tougher one & I made it to the 1st week in playoffs there & lost... but, it's not over just yet... they have a "consolation" brackets for the 5th thru 8th place players. The guy I am playing this week is projected to have 112 points to my measly 81 points. So, it will be interesting to see if I get to move on & fight for 5th place or not! :) Either way, I am again shocked I've made it this far!

I guess you have to be a football fantasy fan to even begin to comprehend the above! LOL :)

Ok, I think I've gone on way more than enough! (It's easier to talk here than with someone on the phone... maybe because I'm only moving my hands... when talking with someone in person or on the phone... I'm moving a lot more body parts! LOL)

I must be tired, because I am going to end it here & not put any graphics in this blog. I just have to find one for the title. HarHmf!

As another one of my friends put it earlier... Have a COZY night!! :)

Blog Party anyone??? TOMORROW!!!

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It will just be a "come as you are"... "Let's Get to know one another"... "Relax & Enjoy the company"...

So, get your favorite cup of Java or Hot Cocoa & click on the Party blog (tomorrow - Wednesday 12-12-07 sometime after 9 a.m. EST) & let's chat up a storm! :)

Keep an eye in your "Inbox" (formally known as "My Multiply")

Christmas parties...

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I've been to 2 official Christmas parties & 1 Christmas Craft night... Glad I made it to all 3. However, last night party really wore me out. So, I will blog tomorrow about all the fun I had the past few weeks! :)

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What happened to the B&W Party?

I don't know how long this will be, because I am getting a major headache. So, I am going to try to make this as quick as I can!
Well, no one really showed up for the Black & White blog party... so I went ahead & deleted it... Though I did save it for future use. If you've not read my blast (review)... I am thinking of trying again this week... what is a good day for you? (Please vote below.)

I need to know ahead of time, so that I can be sure to be awake during the peak interest! (Otherwise I may not be up until after NOON.) I'm in the USA - Eastern time zone... so, here is a link to a time zone converter for where ever you are in the world... so we can all arrive at the same time! (Be sure to choose the appropriate date, time & zone, before clicking "convert time.)



It has been so cold here now... FINALLY! I just wish all this wet stuff we're getting was SNOW!! I'm BEYOND ready for it!! (FYI - When November arrives, I am ready for it to snow until my birthday! (But not on it... March 20th... which is the 1st day of Spring by some calendars.) I grew up with just about every winter full of snow! & On the farm it's was a gorgeous thing!

Moving on... As you can tell, I have not gone with any of the choices I had in that poll for a title for my site...

Just so you know, everyone chose (4 votes) "A Ride Along with Lady Harley"...

1. After thought, was, that title was too long for my taste.
2. "The Hugger" just seems to fit me in not just for the Harley reference... but also, because I love HUGS!! 

I really appreciate everyone's opinion... it did not go un-notice!! & The votes really help cement the idea of keeping with the Harley theme.


Notes of interest before you vote...

1. If everyone chooses tomorrow... it will have to be sometime after 10 a.m. (EST) because I plan on sleeping in!

2. Thursday, this week, is NOT an option for me! (I'll be dealing with my thyroid scan. I'll explain that tomorrow.)

3. The party will have to be concluded by 5:00 p.m. (EST) to make sure I have it all "cleaned up" before hubby gets home! (Plus, I'll need to get supper ready!)

4. I will keep the same theme... Black & White... meaning, change your head shot to a black & white photo (it's not absolutely necessary... just will be fun to see what you all can come up with!) ... & use only black font with white background or vice versa, for all comments. (If you don't know how to change, don't fret, I'll have the explanation in the blog on that day... or if you choose, you can check out Caghs' lesson on how & practice ahead of time!)

5. One draw back to this poll is that the answers rotate positions... so, I have no control if the "days" are not in order!

Well, with interruptions, this took a lot longer than I expected... & now I am about to fall asleep!

So, I'll now leave you with a graphic & the poll!

Get your own Poll!

Black Friday Party... (for ALL weekend!)

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If you're not going to be out in the crazy shopping world & would like... I am going to host another "blog party" on Friday.

I'll set it up tomorrow night sometime & then it can start when the 1st guests arrive... even if I'm not there yet!

To keep in the theme, how about coming "dressed" in Black & White. (Please no creepy, rude or profanity avatars / head shots.)

No need to "dress up"... just find your favorite B&W out fit (or graphic) & put it as your head shot :)

I'll give you an example with mine shortly.

If you can't make it Friday, don't fret... it will be opened all weekend! :)

No need to bring anything... I'll supply refreshments.

Until then... Have a SAFE & HAPPY Thanksgiving (or just Thursday, for my non-American friends!)

P.S. If you've never been to a blog party... don't worry, it's easy & fun! AND EVEN MORE SO HERE ON MULTIPLY!! It's a "virtual" party.

It's basically is like instant messenger conference. You just post a message reply to the blog & wait for someone to reply to you. & Then starts the conversation / party.

Note: Here on Multiply, you do not need to hit reload / refresh, because it's automatic here!! YEAH!!!

Glitter Graphics... 11-19-07...

Just wanted to share a few of the Thanksgiving graphics I found on my favorite graphic site... GLITTER GRAPHICS.COM

But 1st... I've "closed" the Impromptu party I had over the weekend... you can still check it out to see all the UPDATES, cute messages & etc... and if you wish, leave comments... However, it's not a "party" anymore.

Also, please bear with me as I am working on the theme of my site. I have some really neat ideas... I just need to get with a few other members to see if we can make it reality. (I don't have the programs just yet to create the graphics I want.)

Ok, also, I maybe making the Turkey for Thursday... if so, I'll be around... but sporadically.

So, have a GREAT week... & Don't eat TOO much!!