To Wii or not to Wii

...is it really a question?

Considering my previous post, no. There will be no Wii.

I've never really considered a gaming console before. Then came the Wii. Lots of fun and such a variety of games to be enjoyed. I said no. Silly business I've no time for---but, if I could stream my Netflix through it, well of course!

It was announced this week that Netflix will provide streaming with the Wii. The streaming ability now makes this a multi-use device which of course, has much more value.

Am I tempted? Of course. Will I refrain? Definitely for now.

Friday night...

It's Friday night.

I am looking forward to plopping down by the fire with a pillow, a book & a cuppa.
::sigh::
Perfection!

I have started my laundry. I have but a scant three loads this weekend. The dishes in the dishwasher shall be clean come morning so I can give the kitchen the once over whilst I make breakfast.

I have come to cherish the days that do not include my job. I love what I do for a living. It can be beyond frustrating at times, yet quite rewarding at others. I guess that is a good sign I still care :)

It's Friday night.
Once upon a time that meant dancing, hopping, lots of boisterous gatherings and very late nights.

It's Friday night.


...where did I leave that book lying about??

Arizona: Day 03

Gosh...time flies--the sun keeps shining down--and the gas just disappears!

Today was spent in my hometown, Wickenburg. I did not go up there on my last trip so this time I planned to drive up for the afternoon.


On my way out of town I stopped to meet my friend Karyn for coffee. We didn't have a chance to meet up last time either. It was really nice sitting outside in the morning sun...it was MUCH cooler and there was a cool breeze. It was a brief get together...but great to catch up none-the-less!


Soon I was speeding down the road to Wickenburg. I was more than a little appalled at the growth that has occurred since I last drove up there. It seems a little ridiculous to continue to spread out into the desert when there are tons of houses already built that want occupants. I know that is oversimplified...it is just a little odd to know how bad the economy is and that homes aren't really selling and to see the continued building.

Anyway...it was fun to be on familiar country roads zipping along as fast as the road would allow!

When I arrived the card table went up and Ma, A.L. & I played cards.
We had to play Skip-Bo since Ma couldn't find her Phase Ten cards anywhere. We solved that problem when we popped into town for a minute by stopping at ALCO :)


I had a chance to stop by and visit my doctor. I started seeing him soooooo long ago. His office found out I'd be in town and asked Ma if she could pop me by. It was a very quick visit--but a good one! Sadly I forgot to do a self-portrait with Doc :( I'm very sad about this fact.




For supper we went to Anita's for supper. YUM!!! It was fabulous! Lots and lots of chips and salsa were eaten as well as a deep fried bean and cheese burrito AND fried ice cream. We celebrated my aunt's birthday and mine as well. Funny since neither of us were born in April!

Again...I failed to take a shot of me and the fam...or a new one with Poppit in it! Ah well...the weekend isn't over yet and I'll see everyone on Saturday at the wedding!

Another fine day.
Temperature: Upper seventies-low eighties, light breeze (whew!)
Average Speed: Seventy (due to following a blast motor home from Idaho for too many miles!)

Norman...hangin' out...

As everyone knows...this is Norman. Norman the big red dog...who is truly getting up in years. Last weekend the poor guy was just tuckered out. He had trouble moving around and getting up and down. Poor guy!


No matter how he's feeling, this pup LOVES his squeaky toys!!! It's not quite like days gone by, when Norman would run around the house playing keep away with his favorites...these days he'll play mini-tug-o-war and likes to pile as many of his toys around as he can and flip them around with his big nose!

Hope you enjoy these photos of Norman. He keeps asking who will be coming to visit him next...since he believes all visitors are just for his enjoyment :)

Happily, this weekend Norman is back to his lively old self. No trouble romping around or hopping over tree roots while taking his walks! He's not going anywhere just yet ;)

I think the only thing he likes more than his squeaky toys are the big basted bones from the pet shoppe...well, those and the charcoal biscuits that I love too! They help his breath not to smell so much!

mwah! Norman sends kisses!!

...strawberry "fresh"...

This is dear old Norman cozied up by the fire after a nice bath with some rather awful strawberry scented (at least that's what the bottle says) shampoo I picked up at the market for approximately one dollar. Perhaps the reason it was so affordable has something to do with the somewhat putrid bouquet of chemical berries.

Smell notwithstanding, the puppy dog is clean and most gratefully, the odor does not linger. :)

I'm not sure why Sir Normie is ever hesitant to get into the tub. He seems to enjoy soaking in the streams of warm water from the nozzle on his aging joints. His favorite part of bath time (still as ever) is playing with his towel as I'm trying not fall victim to the spray off his fur as he wiggles about.

He's become quite spoiled with his puppy bed sitting near the fireplace. He'll cozy up and doze by the fire for hours solo or with one of his favorite squeaky toys. Here's a shot of Norman with his Little Squirrel that Santa Claus brought him for Christmas. I too love Little Squirrel. He is brilliantly designed with a Velcro seam to replace the squeaker if it is punctured---BRILLIANT! I wish I'd thought of this long ago, as many a squeaky toy would have lived to see another day rather than being shredded to fuzzy bits as Norman tried to discover why they no longer squeaked.

Dear ol' Norman will be eleven years old in May. Though quite aged, he's not yet infirm, though a bit overweight. When well rested, on occasion, he still pounces about like a pup. He has arthritis which obviously wears him out, yet he LOVES to walk around outside sniffing and exploring absolutely everything.

He still loves visitors, believing they have solely come to entertain him. Silly old dog!

Anyway...that's all for now...Norman sends his love : )

Stateside...

Well...I'm here in Woodinville, WA, U.S.A. Since my return from Hungary we've been blessed with rainy weather-overcast and cool. I love it!

The photo here to the right is of the castle at Godollo...Queen Erzebet--or Elizabeth--or Sisi as the people commonly referred to her. She was one of the most beloved royals in Hungary.

Hungary is a small country with huge history. I am continually fascinated by the culture that has been formed here with so much influence from others yet with such independence and national pride.
This shot to the left is of 'the yellow castle' at Word of Life Hungary. There is much renovation that needs to be done...but it is an amazing place as well. It is apparently a historical place and renovation will not only be costly...but require going through a lot of red tape.

I also heard tales of WoL Germany...where there are TWO castles and beautiful trees and other examples of creation all about. Someday...someday...

I was bummed not to have more access to the internet while in Budapest...and will be better prepared next go 'round! So many thoughts to share...and photos!

I do pray I'll be able to return to WoL Hungary...and if possible to spend some more time exploring and learning even more of the history and language of this fine country.

Looking to the past, I wonder what the future holds as this place yearns to be fully a part of the European Union...

Honestly so many adventures to tell of...perhaps they will spill out over time. I don't want to bore with silly history lessons or ramble on with my feeble musings :) I did procure some little tid-bits along my journey to assist in learning a bit more of the language...and as always in leaving, I have added at least three things to my "must do in Hungary" list.

Home is nice too.

I've begun publishing some new things on my googlepages. All the Hungary stuff can be navigated from the main Hungary link on my homepage. I'll have to find a new moose to put up front...and I'm still thinking of adding at least one Disney page.

I hope everyone is well...thank you for your prayers. Please keep Word of Life (everywhere, and especially Hungary) in prayer...and the possibility of my return to assist Elet Szava once again. Hopefully I'll be able to catch up with everyone soon!

: )