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September 28, 2006
Into Every Life A Little Sun Must Shine
Crappy photo, but still a bright and shining moment in my otherwise shit-for-luck existence. Oh yeah, there's been more happening here than I can ever explain or than I would ever wish upon my worst enemy.
In brief: My dad ended up back in the hospital, the dining room light fixture was dripping water (all over personally inscribed posters - for the local blues society and for Little Dude), and a worm tried to eat the computer. That's the tip of the ice berg, but I do have faith it will all get better.
September is supposed to be one of the happiest times of the year, right? I mean, kids go back to school and the temps are supposed to dip a bit...right? RIGHT? Sigh.
Anyhow, there you have it. Sunshine. Maybe I'll even give a link to a photo considered "unpublishable". We'll see.
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September 26, 2006
To Whom Does This Belong?
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Vod Kaknockers
I LOVE Two And A Half Men. And, if I ever find myself miraculously imbued with the ability to carry a tune artfully, I will have a band called the Vod Kaknockers.
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September 12, 2006
And Now For Some Fun & Games
Cowboy Blob reinvents the silent movie.
Jocularity, jocularity.
I just wish I'd been his prize woman. Sigh.
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September 11, 2006
Memories - Good and Bad
Today is one of those days spent reflecting and remembering. Some of the memories are horrifying, of course, when thinking of September 11, 2001. And some, bring smiles -- especially when a friend's birthday rolls around.
Such a mixed bag of emotions. Will we ever be able to celebrate something as sweet as a birthday without the unearthly gray that permeated the skies of New York, Washington D.C., or Pennsylvania?
I sit here watching CNN and read the names of those who died as a result of terrorist attacks on the United States and my heart hurts. At the same time, I think of my friend Smash and have to smile. I have been blessed by our friendship. And yet, without Sept. 11th's attacks, we'd not be friends.
Tragedy has a way of bringing people together, for ill or for good. I'd like to think we've come far enough to respectfully remember the circumstances which united us and still be able to celebrate life.
Smash, may this day be filled with many good things. I'm sorry we can't get together to reflect and then rejoice. Upon your return to San Diego, those of us who have found our way into our circle of friends will gather together and do exactly that.
I will remember those whose lives were cut short by hatred and fanaticism. I will remember those who came forward to help. I will remember those who fight to ensure it doesn't happen again. And I will embrace my friends, drawing them ever closer, understanding just how precious life really is.
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September 09, 2006
Growing Pains
As Little Dude quickly approaches double digits (next month, sigh), it's rather interesting to look through old photos and do a bit of then and now comparisons. Oddly enough, there are many expressions he had as a baby that he displays even today. There's this thing he does with his bottom lip (I can't explain it exactly) that he did even as an infant.
His smile is remarkably the same. His sweetness is still intact. And his love for his mom remains, thank goodness.
We spent a couple hours today digging through old photos for a school project due next week. We reminisced on the past and pondered the future. It was a wonderful way to spend the afternoon.
I know these moments won't always present themselves and will likely decrease in frequency. Until such time, I'm going to make the most of every minute we have and embrace the wonder and joy he's brought to my life.
Sigh.
I wish growing up weren't so difficult...for parents.
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September 08, 2006
Remember
With Monday being the fifth anniversary of one of the worst days in American history, it stands to reason we should all take a moment to remember the horror, remember the victims, and remember the heroes of the day.
President Bush has declared September 11 Patriot Day.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim September 11, 2006, as Patriot Day. I call upon the Governors of the United States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, as well as appropriate officials of all units of government, to direct that the flag be flown at half staff on Patriot Day. I also call upon the people of the United States to observe Patriot Day with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and remembrance services, to display the flag at half staff from their homes on that day, and to observe a moment of silence beginning at 8:46 a.m. eastern daylight time to honor the innocent Americans and people from around the world who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.
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September 04, 2006
From One of Steve Irwin's Friends
My friend Pat has worked with Steve Irwin for many years and kindly sent me an advance of the message soon to be found on the Wildlife Protection Assn. of Australia website.
Thank you, Pat. May your work and Steve's save many lives and much habitat.
We are all devastated by Steve Irwin’s untimely death. When we first incorporated the Wildlife Protection Association of Australia in 1998, Steve and Terri agreed to be our Patrons, cover our administrative costs, and have given us unswerving support ever since. Our hearts go out to Terri, Bindi, Bob and the rest of the Irwins extended family.We find it hard to believe Steve has gone. Judging from the flood emails we have received from all over the World, everyone we work with is determined that Steve’s dream of an Australia where wildlife are free to live and breed in a safe and secure environment, must become a reality.
Here at WPAA, we are determined that Steve and Terri’s plans and education programs to protect and conserve our wildlife must be continued. We will never stop fighting our campaigns to protect our wildlife. Steve would expect no less. He was the World’s greatest Wildlife Warrior, his shoes are impossible to fill, and wildlife around the world is much the poorer from his passing. Vale Steve.
Pat O'Brien, President
Wildlife Protection Assn. of Australia Inc.
Coordinator, National Kangaroo Protection Coalition
Wildlife Division Representative, Animals Australia
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Steve Irwin Dies in Freak Accident
A stingray barb in the chest is the last thing anyone imagined when they heared the words "the Crocodile Hunter died today..." Yet, that's what happened. Hell, most thought they'd never hear those words at all. Steve Irwin seemed invincible.
Those of you who know me fairly well know I've been a fan of Steve Irwin's for a long time. I've had an online fansite for over 8 years. Meeting Steve and Terri Irwin was one of the highlights of my life. They were warm and genuine, funny, and of course, Steve was just as energetic in person as he was on TV. My son wanted to be just like Steve someday. In fact, for three years, he WAS Steve. At least that's what he called himself and insisted we all call him.
Whatever you thought of Steve Irwin, the simple fact is, he was entertaining and educational. He raised the bar for wildlife documentaries with his hands-on approach and his close-up examination of creatures that normally struck fear in the hearts of even the most stalwart. He made you care about the fate of the animals he brought into your living room via TV.
What Steve meant to me and my family was more than a wildlife warrior. He brought me some of the most wonderful friends I've ever known, including one who lives at Australia Zoo and who worked with him on conservation efforts. Steve gave my friend a home and the means of making a difference in the natural world:
The Wildlife Protection Association of Australia says nobody has done as much for the protection of wildlife as Irwin.President Pat O'Brien, formerly based in Yeppoon in central Queensland, says he had known the 'Crocodile Hunter' for years.
Mr O'Brien says he is devastated by the news of Irwin's death.
"I've known Steve for a number of years and he's a really nice bloke and he's going to be very sadly missed I can tell you," he said.
"I can't speak for the zoo but I'm sure all the projects that Steve's been involved with will continue - Terri will make sure that they continue and expand on them probably and I really can't say anymore - Like everybody else I'm just totally devastated."
"I'm just devastated by what's happened, I really am, and I feel so sorry for Terri and the kids.
"I guess that nobody, nobody has done as much for wildlife and the protection of wildlife as Steve has done and I know that Terri will continue on with his programs."
And my other friends, well, he was the catalyst for us finding each other.
When Steve's mom died back in 2000, our little fan group raised $400 online for her wildlife rehab foundation. Back then, it was a leap of faith to send money to someone you'd met online. Most of us had never heard of Paypal at the time, as it was only a couple years old and still not widely used, so we sent checks or money orders the old-fashioned way -- via the United States Post Office.
My son is sad he'll never have a chance to meet his "future father-in-law", but I've assured him he can still one day visit Australia Zoo.
Steve lived life on his own terms and brought a lot of joy to those who watched his shows. Four series, with a fifth on its way, he changed the way kids of all ages looked at wildlife. He was a bonzer mate to many and a hero to even more.
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September 01, 2006
Face From The Past
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