Blue Bags and Full Speed Ahead!

I can not imagine what the world is coming to when I can find about 40 different styles of pink camouflage purses, but yet, nary a nice navy leather purse. Cousin seems to be finding the same problem with navy shoes. It seems unreal considering the use of blue jeans has not declined. Looking at the time of this post, you might think I am loosing sleep over it, but I'm not. Nor am I in extreme need of a new purse.

Remember the post about my former student that went to China for the International Special Olympics? He is back (ok, he's been back... I've just not posted!!) He did VERY well in his races in the track & field bringing home 2 silver and 1 bronze!! He entered three races and won a metal in all three! WTG, Cody!! He stopped by school this week and told us about some of the things he saw. I asked him if he wanted to go back to China to visit. He answered with a quick, "NO!" but added he was glad he had the chance to go.  We are so very proud of him at school! He certainly is a different person than he was 4 years ago when I first met him.

Thanks to all that have clicked on the link to my previous link. Last night the reality of breast cancer came rushing to me unexpectedly. Sister's sister-in-law had to have a mastectomy yesterday. I certainly hope she fully recovers and soon. She is only in her very early 40's and her husband have 3 young children.

This morning's news includes more recalls for toys made in China containing lead as well as a warning about Aqua-Dots that chemically changes into that of a similar to a date rape drug. Makes you want to go hhhhhmmmmm....  Seems to becoming a pattern.... Those homemade rag dolls are beginning to look pretty good, aren't they?

We have Veteran's Day coming up. No matter how you have ever felt about any of the wars going on now or in the past, we need to send the love and thanks to those who put their lives on the line (or died in the line) of duty.  (((((HUG A VET)))))   I plan on doing it in person this weekend. My dad was inthe Korean 'conflict', one of my friend's dad was in WWII (and has a purple heart!) and Chuck who does 'Dribble' journal, And Mary's father (Just Mary). Cousin's hubby is Viet Nam vet, as well as many of you, including The Dog, and JimS (Jimmy's Journal). Jimmy's nephew was killed in action in the ever current Iraq war. I am sure I have missed someone I read, but the brain isn't working that well yet.

Well, time to hit the showers and get to school. It is "Girl's Day" as the boys are going to an away volleyball game this morning. Sexist, you might say. No. The girls don't care anything about playing and we do 'girl' stuff while the guys are gone. Fun stuff. Did I ever post the picture of me after receiving a facial and make-up job from one of my girls? NO? And I won't!! LOL  Have a great Thursday!!

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