tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.comments2011-05-17T00:16:05.639+09:00Our Pal SalSalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03380677140185913733noreply@blogger.comBlogger101125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-45076235894608713642011-05-17T00:16:05.639+09:002011-05-17T00:16:05.639+09:00Thanks for your comment, Chandora-san. I appreciat...Thanks for your comment, Chandora-san. I appreciate your encouragement in renewing my interest in crocheting. It is fun to sit and crochet with someone you love to talk to...yes, we really must make time for that someday!! (Good luck clearing YOUR schedule, though! LOL) I, on the other hand, have lots of free time lately. So just tell me when you're free and let's get to it!Salhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03380677140185913733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-78248023226154467592011-04-26T11:10:33.390+09:002011-04-26T11:10:33.390+09:00In the past you've shown me some of your cross...In the past you've shown me some of your cross-stitching, and was struck by how sensitive and elegant you were.<br />I'm glad to hear you are taking up handicrafts again.<br />Let's crochet together sometime!chandorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08111870653233380945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-82401311590395516082011-02-03T11:40:48.251+09:002011-02-03T11:40:48.251+09:00I'm so envious of your new computer!
At NewYea...I'm so envious of your new computer!<br />At NewYear's my old computer acted like it was on its last legs.<br /><br />But I heard there will be a class on Educational TV explaining upload scanned photos from one's childhood which I'd like to learn how to do. I'm afraid I might be too old a dog to master it,but I'll try my best!chandoranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-70263699721928060082010-10-12T08:21:58.222+09:002010-10-12T08:21:58.222+09:00LOL, thanks Chandora-san. I feel "lucky"...LOL, thanks Chandora-san. I feel "lucky" on the one hand and a little stressed on the other. Learning how to use more progressive technology can be really challenging! But I know after my son goes back to LA I will feel his love for me every time I use the Mac. So I am so grateful!! わん、わん!Salhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03380677140185913733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-43637009416807658692010-10-11T22:53:40.620+09:002010-10-11T22:53:40.620+09:00Your son set aside money for Mom.
He is very devot...Your son set aside money for Mom.<br />He is very devoted son.<br />I've got a much higher opinion of<br />your son again.<br />You are one lucky dog!!!Bow wowchandorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08111870653233380945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-9380806215650150562010-08-12T10:09:03.655+09:002010-08-12T10:09:03.655+09:00Sound of flute is so beautiful and
relaxing.
This ...Sound of flute is so beautiful and<br />relaxing.<br />This beautiful sound reaches into<br />my soul!!!chandorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08111870653233380945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-78090594717288143672010-06-28T18:30:50.765+09:002010-06-28T18:30:50.765+09:00Doramihaha,
Thank you for your comment. I look for...Doramihaha,<br />Thank you for your comment. I look forward to having that book to refer to, or having you explain it to me, if I can't understand the Japanese!! As always, I am grateful for friends like you who are so supportive and good listeners when I need to complain about my life. Let's look ahead to the day when this phase is completely behind us and menopause is past!!Salhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03380677140185913733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-62348605128366230592010-06-27T23:24:19.898+09:002010-06-27T23:24:19.898+09:00It's very humid today,isn't it?
My dogs an...It's very humid today,isn't it?<br />My dogs and I are sluggish now.<br /><br />I've found a nice book to<br />control menopausal symptoms.<br />I will show it to you next time.<br />See you soon!!!chandorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08111870653233380945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-37498704400812022652010-04-23T12:58:41.746+09:002010-04-23T12:58:41.746+09:00Doramihaha, Thank you for your comment. I'm gl...Doramihaha, Thank you for your comment. I'm glad to know you share my passion! <br /><br />I heard once that Ichiro is so serious about never swaying from his prep routine, that he even eats curry every single day before going to work! If I were his wife, I'd go insane, having to cook curry daily. But she is a wonderful support to him.<br /><br />They say behind every successful man is a great woman, and in this case, I think it is true (although I do admire Ichiro for the enormous efforts he himself takes in being the best baseball player he can be!).<br /><br />I hope this year will be a successful one for the Mariners!!Salhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03380677140185913733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-35190997998350025822010-04-23T09:40:53.466+09:002010-04-23T09:40:53.466+09:00Ichiro takes his physical & mental
preparation...Ichiro takes his physical & mental<br />preparation seriously.<br />Not only is he the lead off batter,<br />but he's also a strong outfielder.<br />I really admire him.<br />Go Mariners!<br />Go Ichiro!chandorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08111870653233380945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-54820648846365262362010-04-06T01:43:24.032+09:002010-04-06T01:43:24.032+09:00There is a common saying that
friendship cannot st...There is a common saying that<br />friendship cannot stand always<br />on one side.<br />I wish she could notice her mistake.<br />I'm glad to have a good friend like you!chandorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08111870653233380945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-78039937560662540602010-03-30T19:42:05.841+09:002010-03-30T19:42:05.841+09:00Doramihaha,
Thank you for always checking my blog....Doramihaha,<br />Thank you for always checking my blog. I read yours lately, too. You wrote about "Mrs. Heart." I wanted to leave a comment, but I didn't want to reveal my own identity in relation to the subject, so I hope you understand why I chose not to comment.<br /><br />It is as I said the other day: When you have an unpleasant experience regarding friends who disappoint you, it makes those who stick by you through thick and thin all the more precious! I'm very thankful to have a friend like you, who has gone beneath the surface with me, many times!!Salhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03380677140185913733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-27115029621107766112010-03-25T10:46:47.833+09:002010-03-25T10:46:47.833+09:00Sal,I value your comments.
I wish I could write li...Sal,I value your comments.<br />I wish I could write like you.<br />Today,I'm going to your home early to order Seikyo.<br />See you soon!chandorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08111870653233380945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-32333934794973279252010-02-25T22:43:09.656+09:002010-02-25T22:43:09.656+09:00Doramihaha,
No one tells us how painful being a pa...Doramihaha,<br />No one tells us how painful being a parent will be, because pregnancy &/or trying to arrange adoption is full of emotional ups and downs, and most people want to act excited and happy for us. <br /><br />Then we are so overwhelmed with the tasks at hand (once children have entered our lives), no one wants to be a "wet blanket" and tell us how hard everything will be in the future, too.<br /><br />That's why I am trying to explain my experiences as a parent in this blog. I hope to help others who are thinking about becoming parents or who are in the midst of parenting struggles, feeling all alone. You are NOT alone! We ALL struggle, and it NEVER stops!!! LOL<br /><br />But I wouldn't trade the privilege of being a mom for ANYthing. It's enhanced my life 120%!!Salhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03380677140185913733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-46347737155974204162010-02-25T19:53:07.675+09:002010-02-25T19:53:07.675+09:00Sal,I have compassion for your feelings.
The chine...Sal,I have compassion for your feelings.<br />The chinese character"親" (parents)<br /> means feeling a keen pain.<br />I was surprised to learn that meaning.<br />I hope that everything is going well with your son.^^chandorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08111870653233380945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-39308726766613478772010-02-20T21:25:32.513+09:002010-02-20T21:25:32.513+09:00All my friends with sons were envious of my close ...All my friends with sons were envious of my close relationship with mine and couldn't believe how he'd tell me frankly what was going on in his life. So I guessed it was like having a daughter (without the emotional door-slamming I shared with MY mom). But lately he's clammed up about women. I'm thankful he will still tell me about all the rest.<br /><br />In your case, Jeana, I know your kids will continue to love and cherish their relationship with you after they go off into the world, so don't fret too much. With daughters, it gets even better with time!!Salhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03380677140185913733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-15380327890744458212010-02-20T13:27:50.019+09:002010-02-20T13:27:50.019+09:00I really could cry when I think of my kids going o...I really could cry when I think of my kids going off into the world, but I know my job is to prepare them to be successful. Thanks for your honesty!Jeanahttp://www.twiceblessedchinamom.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-80232427578940304002010-01-27T00:37:10.499+09:002010-01-27T00:37:10.499+09:00Doramihaha,
Thank you for stopping by. Just wait t...Doramihaha,<br />Thank you for stopping by. Just wait till I lend you that CD! You'll really enjoy it; I guarantee it!Salhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03380677140185913733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-43675210829835848322010-01-27T00:08:26.067+09:002010-01-27T00:08:26.067+09:00It's great to read your blog.
I agree 200%.
Su...It's great to read your blog.<br />I agree 200%.<br />Susan seems empathetic.<br />Her voice brings tears to my eyes.<br /> Pleasant dreams.chandorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08111870653233380945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-38099600471737432052010-01-14T16:17:45.205+09:002010-01-14T16:17:45.205+09:00It was a happy dream. I'm glad you can meet Do...It was a happy dream. I'm glad you can meet Dorami again, at least in the dreamworld of your sleep. Give her a squeeze for me!Salhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03380677140185913733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-4780918013590273442010-01-14T15:57:42.252+09:002010-01-14T15:57:42.252+09:00I dreamed a dream yesterday.
In the dream,I was ho...I dreamed a dream yesterday.<br />In the dream,I was holding Dorami<br />in my arms.chandorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08111870653233380945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-84235358213576547872009-08-06T18:53:23.361+09:002009-08-06T18:53:23.361+09:00Dear Marie,
Thank you, as ever, for your faithfuln...Dear Marie,<br />Thank you, as ever, for your faithfulness in following my blog despite my reticence! You are an encouragement to me!<br /><br />I don't know what it is about this summer, but I'm dragging slower and slower in this humidity. All I want to do is lay in bed and read a book, interspersed with napping. I feel like a cat! I'll bet you have it a little cooler in Nagano, right? Well, take care of yourself just the same. Thanks again for your comment!<br /><br /><3<br /><br />Dear Karen,<br />Well, howdy stranger! Forgive me too, for never seeming to be able to write...but I'm glad to hear you are taking some time off of teaching to be creative. That is SO necessary for one's well-being, y'know?! I quit directing church choir finally the end of last year because I wanted to devote my time to the Banner Circle. We're creating something lovely for the walls of the sanctuary, and it makes my heart light to see envisioned designs come into existance! I'll post a photo when it's finished.<br /><br />You work hard on your craft, too. Please show me how it progresses in the following months. Thanks for stopping by!<br /><br /><br />SalSalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03380677140185913733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-68440208952370548482009-07-27T16:47:51.802+09:002009-07-27T16:47:51.802+09:00Hi Sal - hisashiburi!! I'm sorry I don't ...Hi Sal - hisashiburi!! I'm sorry I don't keep in touch as often as I'd like - life becomes so busy, and e-mail is about all I can keep up with. I am taking a year off next year though - I have received a scholarship to do some study in contemporary art. The course has already started and will go for 18 months - so I get to "do art" full time next year!!<br /><br />Hope you are well - we are all fine here - karenkaren hurfordnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-67555476517528661972009-07-27T09:54:03.727+09:002009-07-27T09:54:03.727+09:00You seem to know how to use Facebook very well! I...You seem to know how to use Facebook very well! I'm impressed. Personnally, I don't see that much interest in Facebook, I don't know why. I feel more like a kind of scared with it. <br /><br />Congratulation for your first year birthday with your blog.<br /><br />Take your time, I'm sure inspiration will come back to you.Marie Carréhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14081786882800488746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1965900226769578277.post-2030129139984541292009-05-18T11:04:00.000+09:002009-05-18T11:04:00.000+09:00Hi Gigi! Thanks for checking out my blog!
My mom ...Hi Gigi! Thanks for checking out my blog!<br /><br />My mom and I talked about why it was I came to realize how much she loves me, this late in life. And we both agreed it has something to do with having your own child, who has grown into an adult. I suppose when we feel our adult children don't "get us" as moms (still worrying about them, still wanting to help guide them in their decisions, although we know they aren't likely to listen) is when it finally dawns on us to look at our own moms and realize we have fallen short as their adult kids.<br /><br />Anyway, you have to wait till your children have their own children, maybe. In your case, Gigi, you have a ways to go before that happens, ne! ;-)Salhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03380677140185913733noreply@blogger.com