Mickey

Hummmmmmmm. Why can I put a photo on my blog, but not on the Wild Onion? Not that I know what photo I'm selecting, but at least I'm getting one. And why am I still unable to see my photos? My computer has become a mystery and I'm not smart enough to figure it out. I guess that's why they invented "The Computer Guy." No, I'm not sexist...I actually have a computer guy.

XO

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhh...still just wingin' it with photos! Whatever comes up, comes up. This is your lucky day...it's not a naked one! This was probably taken in 2006 because we still have the 60 foot tree in the back yard. Yup, I'll always miss her.
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And yes, that's the first coat of primer. You all know how these walls suck up paint. And yes, I agree, the room looks like a wreck. It's supposed to...I'm painting. I wonder what that "patch" is for? Looks like I was testing the primer! LIKE I HAVEN'T PRIMED EVERY FEAKIN' ROOM IN THIS HOUSE! While you're looking around, would you mind straightening that lamp shade?

Bella

I swear to God, I never know what I'm going to get because with my new computer system (after having the virus removed) I deal with codes and just wing it!!! This is what I got!!! That's Bella on the fireplace mantel. "Baby, what the hell you doing up there?!!! And honey, don't touch that painting...it's worth a lot on money!!!"
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Bella and her brother Bijou came to me in a desperate time. They were both ferals and very ill kittens. They are so attached to me because I rescued them in their time of need. They stayed at the Vet's for nearly a week to recover then came home. They've never forgotten. They are two of the most brilliant cats I've ever known. Yes, it's true. She's part Siamese, so way, way, way too smart!!!

January 2010

Yes, for those of you reading my facebook and my blog, I'm using the same photos. I'm doing the best I can. The past weeks have been a struggle. I know you understand. I'll explain soon, I promise. Every day is a challenge and you know from experience how horribly I deal with pain. Thanks for all your love and support because it matters. I love you all. XO

Life's a journey...

A road less traveled...Nash, my feral.

I can't believe my life. It hurts yet it feels so beautiful. I'm so lucky yet in such pain.

Heartbroken...

R.I.P.

My baby brother died today.

I love you darling.

Welcome Home...

My blogging friends. Thanks. For waiting for me to wade through Face Book and find my way. It's been a journey. Why? I don't know. I guess maybe because I needed to feel something I hadn't in awhile. I did. High school friends helped me in so many ways, but now it's time to move on. To come home. To write like I write without much editing. To not worry about fitting something like 145 charaters in a freakin' little box. To just talk with ease. To relax among friends.

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You know it's funny. I only had one meltdown on fb in 6 months compared to my one every month here!!! That's funny. You would think the opposite. Nope. Only one and only just recently! Tired I think. Overwhelmed with the enormous weight of trying to get the yard back in shape in a short period, my responsibilities and my brother's accident (no, you don't know about that, but I'll tell you later).

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I've been so afraid to come back here. Afraid I'd forgotten how to write a complete sentence. Scared I wouldn't know what to say. How to tell the stories I love of everyday life. But I know now that you're all here, waiting, and so I feel completely at home. And so it's with so much ease that I write this post. You know my garden, my home, my animals and my life. When I write about being stressed about the garden, you understand. Honestly, I don't think I have to write a word. You just know. There is a comfort in that I can't even express.

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We've been through so much together and so I write this with much love and appreciation. Thanks for waiting for me to find my way.

Love you all,

Me XO

Back...

I know...isn't that blurry???!!! Hey, I don't have alot of options right now so just work with me! And yes, I know I've posted it before. Leave me alone. I'm doing the best I can! Had hoped to reload all the Dell software this weekend, now not so sure. Our TV went belly up yesterday. Called Comcast to fix it and was told it's "Not us." How dare they not be responsible. They control my internet, my phone, my tv. They can't fix a blown picture tube too? That's just damn irresponsible.

Whoops!!!

~UPDATE~

IT'S CECE'S BIRTHDAY TODAY!

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Hi baby. Happy Birthday. You know how deeply we love you. I can't access a photo. I just can't. You know what I would want for you, but I can't. We love you so. Thank you for your amazing friendship and love.

Happy New Year...

Still no photos. To those who have become my dearest friends, thank you. I know I haven't been the best friend lately. I know that. I'll be back and better in 2010. Thank you for your friendship and kindness through all the years. I love all of you so very much. Thank you. Happy New Year! XO

Sent by a friend...

My dear friend, Nettie sent this as a holiday greeting. She's a retired detective and a hoot! LOL!!!
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To all my Democrat friends:
Please accept with no obligation, implied or implicit, my best wishes for an environmentally conscious, socially responsible, low-stress, non-addictive, gender-neutral celebration of the winter solstice holiday, practiced within the most enjoyable traditions of the religious persuasion of your choice, or secular practices of your choice, with respect for the religious/secular persuasion and/or traditions of others, or their choice not to practice religious or secular traditions at all. I also wish you a fiscally successful, personally fulfilling and medically uncomplicated recognition of the onset of the generally accepted calendar year 2010, but not without due respect for the calendars of choice of other cultures whose contributions to society have helped make America great. Not to imply that America is necessarily greater than anyother country nor the only America in the Western Hemisphere . Also, this wish is made without regard to the race, creed, color, age, physical ability,religious faith or sexual preference of the wishee.
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To all my Republican friends:
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Annette

Still no photo...but imagine Ireland!

T-Bone and I took our walk today. Walked nearly 1 1/2 miles after only 4 days without the cast. And then it happened...I think I found Ireland. I couldn't get close enough to see the tiny white spot above his upper lip, but I know it's him. I do. I've searched for him for almost 2 years and there he was...at a very beautiful home. Yes, of course I'm smiling. Smart kitty!!! My very, very smart kitty. Life's good. XO

This photo came with the computer!!! Nope...not mine!!! Haven't figured out how to get mine yet!
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Okay, this is a funny story. I was going to reserve it for the M&M, but why bother!!! When my computer caught that nasty virus the only thing I cared about was saving my photos. I hadn't backed up what I thought was around 300. Turned out to be over 1,000! The computer expert felt he could retrieve them and did. And then he did something extra special. When the tower was leaving the house I said to Rob, "Honey, there are some very private photos there...do you think he'll see them?" Rob just smiled and shook his head and said "Baby, if he does it's your own f****** fault, but no, he's going to run a program to retrieve everything, so he won't be looking at individual photos." Got the computer back yesterday and was searching for my photos last night. Guess what? They're all under a file he maked "My Photos" with 4 of my naked pics on the file cover. Bastard. I'm laughing, but want to cry!!! Men. Wow...he had to wade through alot of kitties and flowers to get to them! Yes...this is my life! What do you think he's doing with the copies he obviously made?!!! Oh. My. God. Rob hasn't even seen them!!! HA! No, nothing changes at Rose Cottage Studio!
XO

It's almost Christmas and I'm still showcasing Thanksgiving. I HATE FACEBOOK!!! Okay, not really, but boy did it give me a bad virus. That's why we don't have a photo today folks!! The computer expert was able to save a gazillion photos I failed to backup, but he put them in a file I have absolutely no idea how to access for Blogger and Facebook. Hey...but I'm here!!!
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Good news. T-Bone and I started walking again yesterday. We walked again today. Both days in the pouring rain. Wonderful! Today I also drove the car and went to the park without a cast since I broke my ankle August 14th. I'm turning the page. Yes, it hurts, but I'm determined to get this behind me. I really am because I've had enough.
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I'll figure out the photo thing shortly and God do I have some great stories for you. I'll do my best over the next few weeks to share them with you. And to all my dear friends, thanks for sticking with me despite my complete lack of respect for my blog!!!! I'll respond to your comments below. Thanks!
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Much love, Me XO
Love you all

A Day of Thanks...

At the Vet's

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HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE. LOVE YOU!!!
XO

Dusts Off The Dirt And Comes Back Home...

David Austin English Rose ~ Winchester Cathedral

Bury your face in it and inhale...

it smells like the sweetest honey!

It loves to bloom in Spring and Fall.

I just picked a bouquet a few days ago...

The house smells heavenly.

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I'm aware I've been gone a long time. Sorry about that. Facebook has me actin' like a fool!!! But good news, I've given up FarmVille and Mobsters 2, so if I can wean myself a bit more from Facebook, I'll be back to blogging and better than ever!!! God do I have some funny stories! I'm serious! I've missed you all terribly and will be back to normal soon.
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Kisses and hugs all around and thanks for hanging in here with me. Love you all,
Me! ;)