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Judy's - "James Joyce Stream of Consciousness" Random thoughts, ideas, shared memories and happenings.
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Monday, July 13
Wow, can't ask for much better. I am a very lucky, blessed lady.
Dear Judy,
Here is your horoscope for Monday, July 13: You are starting something fantastic today -- even if you can't tell exactly what's going on! It's one of those days when you can tell that things are going to work out for the best. Posted by MzDaVinci @ 5:32 PM Sunday, July 12
Who would have guessed?
Saturday was sensational. I was the delighted passenger for a roadtrip to nowhere in particular. Because I was going to be in the car most all day I was able to wear my old track shorts and tank top. Comfort and cool was the attire for the day. South was the direction.
At first I thought we might stop and visit Sanibel Island and Captiva. I love going there because I remember fun times with my Mom and Dad when they would winter at a campground in nearby Ft. Myers. I remember my Mom learning about Sanibel many years ago from a feature article in Southern Living Magazine. It said Sanibel was a great place to collect shells. I think my Mom spent more time "bottom up" seeking shells than right side up. It was a view I am sure made my dad smile. They had great times there and enjoyed getting bakery treats from Jerry's restaurant/grocery on the island. We didn't stop but passing the exits made me smile and remember the great times we shared there. It was awesome. Continuing south I thought we would end up at the Everglades but no we kept on going. As we passed that exit I fondly remembered Airboat rides and seeing gators with a driver that looked like he may have starred in Deliverance. That was the way the day continued. I was filled with dejavu memories of the many times I had traveled around the state for business as well as for pleasure. I even ended up having the opportunity to put my toes into the Atlantic Ocean. Imagine being so lucky that you get to walk on the beach near your home and put your toes into the Gulf of Mexico and the following day put them in the Atlantic Ocean. It was a fantastic day. Who would have guessed when we left in the morning we would cover so many miles. The biggest expense was the gas and it was worth ever penny and minute invested in a wonderful circular trip around Florida with side trips down memory lane. Time to water the plants on my balcony and once again count my many blessings. I hope you enjoy a sensational Sunday. Posted by MzDaVinci @ 9:52 AM Saturday, July 11
You have the power.
"Just remember people are like sticks of dynamite; the powers on the inside, but nothing happens until the fuse gets lit." Mac Anderson
Posted by MzDaVinci @ 9:37 AM Friday, July 10
Sometimes you get the most unusual reminders of how wonderful life is and has been.
 This morning I saw dolphins swimming and playing in the intercostal as I swept my balcony and watered my plants. I always feel happy when I see them and consider it a sign that it will be a lucky day. I was surprised when I removed the cushion from my bench to give it a good shake. There was a little green frog. I live on the 4th floor. I am bewildered as to how he/she got here.  There are plenty of bugs for it to eat and plants for it to find shelter and enjoy so I guess it is happy. I hope so. Once I got beyond the initial shoke I remembered a song I sang with Tom and Jim lots of years ago. I have sung it with my grandchildren when they were young too. It definitely filled me with joy remembering the song, the hand motions and the gumph, gunk eyes.I hope you notice things in your day that fill you with joy and remind you how wonderful life is and has been. Posted by MzDaVinci @ 11:41 AM Wednesday, July 8
It is my opinion that our Congress should not concern itself with sports.
 It is fine to enjoy sports either as a spectator or participant but I don't understand why Congress should take up its valuable time today to weigh the issue of the BCS playoffs, use of performance enhancing drugs or any other sports related issue. I don't usually voice my political opinions either here on my blog or on Facebook. I have however addressed my concern that Congress seems to divert its attention from matters of immediate concern to focus on the item that seems in the news or more important to a niche than to our country. Perhaps it is time for members of the House and Senate to re-read the Constitution, Article 1 and become more familiar with their role and responsibility. We each need our Representatives to pay attention to the matters that effect us all - our men and women at war, health care, our economy and so forth. It is less important which college teams make it to the National College Football Championship Playoffs or which baseball player hit extra homeruns because he took drugs. When the Founders laid out the blueprint for our government in the Constitution, the first thing they did, in Article I Section 1, was to specify that "All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States..." Most of Article I consists of structural and procedural details for the Senate and the House of Representatives. While all parts of the Article are necessary, there are a few points that bear extra and repeated emphasis. These have to do with the powers granted, and the limitations placed upon the Congress. Just what are the powers granted to Congress in Article I? Financial powers include taxation, borrowing, coining money (and setting up systems of valuation for money, and weights and measures), and punishment of counterfeiters. Military powers include declaring war, creating and regulating an army and navy, regulating and calling the militia to active duty. Other powers include regulating commerce, naturalization of immigrants, bankruptcy, and a seat of government (which turned out to be the District of Columbia); setting up mail delivery, patent and copyright protection, and federal courts; and defining and punishing international crimes (such as those committed on the high seas). The common thread running through the specific powers granted here is that they pertain to matters outside the natural jurisdiction of individual states. As James Madison explained in Federalist Paper Number 45, "The powers delegated by the proposed Constitution to the Federal Government, are few and defined. Those which are to remain in the State Governments are numerous and indefinite. The former will be exercised principally on external objects, as war, peace, negotiation, and foreign commerce; with which last the power of taxation will for the most part be connected. The powers reserved to the several States will extend to all the objects, which, in the ordinary course of affairs, concern the lives, liberties and properties of the people; and the internal order, improvement, and prosperity of the State." Conspicuously absent in Article I is the Congressional responsibility to determine which college team plays in a national championship game. Posted by MzDaVinci @ 4:14 PM Tuesday, July 7
Trivia to share.
AT 5 MINUTES AND 6 SECONDS AFTER 4 A.M. , ON THE 8TH OF JULY, THIS YEAR, THE TIME AND DATE WILL BE:
04:05:06 07-08-09 THIS WILL NOT HAPPEN AGAIN UNTIL THE YEAR 3009!!! (I had a deep feeling that you just really needed to know this...LOL) Who figures these things out?!? Posted by MzDaVinci @ 9:29 AM
Sometimes the old versions are the best.
Keep smiling, keep shining, you can always count on me. Thank you for being there for me in good times and challenging times. I hope you have an awesome day.
Posted by MzDaVinci @ 9:25 AM Sunday, July 5
Travel safely.
To everyone who is traveling home after what I hope was a fantastic vacation and/or Fourth of July celebration, I wish you safe travels and happy memories.
Posted by MzDaVinci @ 8:14 AM Saturday, July 4
Wednesday, July 1
Tuesday, June 30
Family in West Virginia know how to entertain.
The Days Later Band playing in Moundsville, West Virginia last week. I am sure a fun time was had by all who were there. To see where they are playing next or to book them for an event please visit their site at www.dayslaterband.net
Posted by MzDaVinci @ 8:41 AM Monday, June 29
Low cost creative idea.
Today I have been working with some companies to create affordable sales and marketing strategies. It was a long process and I was starting to have a mental meltdown. No ideas were perculating. Then I received an e-mail featuring the following idea for a Fire Alarm, no batteries needed. I laughed. It was just the jumpstart my own imagination needed so I can finish my project. Thanks Stephen for sharing.
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