Let's Say Howdy

Post up 5 random facts about yourself that you'd like to share.

1. I live 2 houses down from my parents (what was I thinking????).  First year was good blog fodder.

2.  I lived in Dallas from 1988-2007.  I still like to visit but I really don't have any desire to move back.

3. Current Population-1 parrot, 6 chihuahuas (some rescues) 1 elderly cat, 2 gerbils who have 3 babies,, 6 snakes (none venomous) and a very cranky bos turtle (anyone got a safe place to release her?  I took her in cause it's too populated here, but I'd like my aviary back-she would not be a good pet-she bites)

4. I'm cool with people who don't care for reptiles as long as they don't sit in my living room and talk about how nasty snakes are for hours on end...LOL.

5. I do blog and write, but I would never use a name, photo or any other identifiying info without permission and a relase from you.

I' ll bring a camera tomorrow and get someone to snap a picture to put up on my profile, I'm not famous or ugly or gorgeous-just folks.

 

1. When I got sick, we sold our house in town and moved to our farm. We love it here and have been here 13 years. There's nothing better for stress than spending time on the tractor!!! 

2. We homeschooled our kids most of their school years and loved every minute of it. They both went to college and were on the honor rolls. They're both grown now and out on their own and doing great.

3. I'm an animal lover and avid birder/birdwatcher. We have a huge Purple Martin colony and a small Bluebird trail. We have domestic pets, too .... 5 dogs, 6 cats, and 5 horses.

4. I love knitting, doing stained glass, reading and spending time with friends ... and especially hubby.

5. I quit dyeing my hair a year or so ago and am truly happy to be gray/silver. 

Deb, we live on a 30 acre farm with 2 ponds and loads of wildlife! We've been a release site for WildCare for years. If you'd like to release your turtle here, it would be welcome and have plenty of room to roam. We do have 4 dachshunds and an Aussie, but they stay in or near the house so they wouldn't be a problem for the turtle. 

Shelly, thank you so much.  Carolyn Slowsky can handle dogs, it's the cars and kiddos that give her trouble.  I really appreciate it (and she would too if she could think like that....)

5 random facts huh, well lets see... 1.  I claim to be from Alaska since I spent most of my school years there than any other place.  I have lived though in Alaska, Washington, Oregon, California, Arizona, Colorado, Texas, Wisconsin, NY, Germany, Holland, Japan, Turkey, and  now Oklahoma...soon to be moving to North Carolina in the new year.  (yeah, married into the military) 2.  I have 3 children ages 20, 9, and 4....would never suggest to anyone spacing them out that much.   3.  My husband and I are celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary this year when everyone told us we would never last because we only dated 3 months before getting married. 4.  I am a full time student and have only 6 classes left till I finish my Bachelors in Business.  I went back to school in fall of 2005 after taking a 12 year break from college.....alot harder to go back after all that time. 5.  I spend way too much time on the internet.... 

I miss school!

1. I always knew being a mom would be rewarding, but never knew it was an everyday, all-day long reward! My son is hilarious and every day is something new and exciting and I LOVE it!!! 2. I woke up one day last Fall wondering when I had decided I couldn't follow the dreams I had had for myself since I was a kid. That's the day I decided I could...and I would be exactly what I've always wanted to be. Here's a couple of those things: Healthy, college educated, a better mother and an incredible friend. :) To date...here's what's happening: I've had my surgery and am on the track to completely and totally healthy and gorgeous, I'm enrolled in college in the Fall to go to school full time in what I LOVE, which is Communications/Public Relations/Print Media, I'm working on being a better mom every day and I try to make a point to call friends that I haven't talked to much in a few years. 3. I have learned that sometimes life hands you things you never signed up for and you have to go through the lines...endure the crowds and get the t-shirts, but in the end...it is an experience that has made us stronger for whatever reason and we can learn from it. 4. I've learned that there's just not a better feeling in the world than getting a hug from someone you love or giving one away. 5. I've learned we are all incredibly blessed individuals that have gotten and are getting our lives back and we will never be the same again. Love you guys!!! :)

1.  I was a military brat too so I have lived in alot of places, including farms! Horses are my most       desired pet!! I was a rodeo queen long long ago! 2. Have 4 wonderful children, all grown, have graduated from College and one went on to get a      Docterate from Law School In CA.  I have 11 grandchildren Ages 16 to newborn,  from these      amazing grown kids! 3. I am getting divorced after 41 years of marrige. He is Bi-Polar and refuses to stay on meds.     I'm loving being alone for the first time in my life!!  We have been separeted for 7 years or       something like that 4. I was an Executive Director for an Anti*****graphy, Non-Profit organization here in OKC. Yep...     Porn Police!! Just our group trying to keep porn away from our innocent babies! in OKC!! I     worked with the police and actually was instrumental in shutting down many stores in the      OKC area until they moved the porn magazines away from access to children. I'm looking      for a new job now, so if you know of any good Admin Assistant, Sec or recep jobs,   I'm      available.....I have no kids to worry about so to me that is a great advantage! 5. I have an online friend that started out just off and on talking in chat rooms and now it's every      day, 3 or 4 times a day or more. We have actually known each other for 8 years and have      been  closer since my soon to be ex. moved out.  I have been to DE to see him once(no sex)     He has been here 1 time( no sex) We are just great friends! Do I want more? Not until I feel     better about who I am. For now, we watch tv together and chat all evening long on the phone.    It's crazy! He is the best friend in my world besides my Dog Grayce.

My comment about classes was directed to the one above-sounds like you got it until control.

Oooh-let me know if you need help with your classes-I have a masters in journalism-best time of my life.

Just 5?? LOL 1. I have 4 kitties, one of which is at the vet rightt now. I'm really worried about her. 2. I live in Edmond but am longing to move back home to my family farm. 3.  My 16 year old son is a cancer survivor--diagnosed when he was 8 4.  eBay addict 5.  I love my in-laws. Weird, I know. 6. I hate rain