Sunday, October 26, 2008

Things I Like...

When my nephew runs up to me and hugs my legs.
Taking my nephew to the park.
Holding and walking around my nephew when he is discovering new things.
When my nephew bonks me on the head trying to kiss me.
Dipping French fries in a Wendy’s Frosty.
Limp French fries.
Listening to Rodney’s Music.
Rodney playing his piano for me.
Dipping my finger in Rachel’s homemade icing.
Rachel’s amazing cakes.
Getting my hair stroked.
Cuddling.
Spooning.
Laughing.
Being complimented.
Complimenting people.
Believing in people.
Praying for people.
Giving the benefit of the doubt.
Getting the benefit of the doubt.
Getting hugs from my brothers.
When Thomas actually agrees with me on something.
Talking to Tim about anything because he usually doesn’t talk.
When my birds snuggle my neck.
Playing “Where’s BeBe?” with BeBe.
Having a bird in each hand.
Giving Ashlee head rubs.
Getting kisses from my birds.
Gouda Cheese.
My Mom’s meatloaf.
Going to the movies with my Mom.
Watching my Dad visit with people at church and the hospital.
Dad singing at me at church.
Going to church.
Getting hugs from my friends at church.
When Sammy and Austin pick me up while hugging me.
Encouraging people.
Raising people’s spirits.
Praying for people.
Smiling.
Making people smile.
Raising someone’s self-esteem.
Skinny days.
Working out.
Biking.
Swimming.
Hiking.
Rope swinging into a creek in the mountains.
Beacon Heights off the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Camping illegally on the parkway.
Driving the parkway and stopping at the overlooks.
Stargazing.
Looking at the moon or planets through my telescope.
Watching a meteor shower.
Trampolines.
Moonwalks.
Iceskating.
Snowskiing.
Water tubing.
Driving fast.
Holding hands.
Being held.
Kissing.
Watching movies.
Going to plays.
Acting in plays/skits.
Drawing.
Reading poetry.
Writing poetry.
Singing.
Singing loudly in the car.
Buying paintings.
Commissioning paintings.
Admiring other's artwork.
Finding old notes.
Getting handwritten notes and cards in the mail.
Buying pottery.
Handmade gifts.
Giving gifts.
Receiving gifts.
Classical music.
Popular music.
Alternative music.
Christian music.
My birthday.
Christmas.
Photography.
Scrapbooking.
The Grand Canyon.
Watching the sunrise over the ocean.
Walking on the beach at sunset.
Trying new things.
McD’s icecream.
KFC Cheese Snackers.
A good pair of sneakers.
Laughing.
Making people laugh.
Taking long showers.
Hot tubs.
Holding a newly hatched lovebird.
Turtles.
Aquariums.
Zoos.
Strawberries.
Mac’N’Cheese.
Betty Crocker Warm Delights Mini.
Going to the movie theater.
Playing my Wii.
Bamboo.
Screened-in porches.
Vaulted Ceilings.
Roses and daisies.
Soft bed-sheets.
My pillow.
CBC.
Sleeping on the top bunk (except at CBC).
Taking my parents’ dogs to the dog park.
My mother figures who look out for me.
My business team.
Business functions.
Puzzles.
Art museums.
Science museums.
History museums.
Physics demonstrations.
Knighthood.
Skype Chat Rooms.
People who make me laugh.
People who really take the time to get to know me.
People who understand me and love me for who I am.
My “twins.”
Listening to good songs on YouTube.
Sitting up against a tree in the shade in the grass on a partly cloudy warm day.
70 degree days.
Fall leaves.
Jumping/swimming through a pile of leaves.
Slip-N-Slides.
Walking around barefoot.
Snowball fights.
Building snowmen.
Making snow angels.
The way trees look frosted by snow.
New spring leaves coming in on trees.
Climbing trees.
Memories of my Grandparents.
Seeing/reuniting with old friends.
Being cooked for.
Pasta.
Diamonds.
Survivor.
Watching the Discovery Channel.
Mostly green bananas.
Laughing cow cheese.
Eating pecans off the tree.
Visiting ruins.
The view off the mountain by Amacuapa, Honduras.
Sitting on the pier in Trujillo at night watching the stars.
Walking on piers.
Sleeping under the stars.
Tent Camping.
Volleyball.
Rough-out basketball.
Paint balling.
Capture the flag.
Hide-N-Go-Seek.
Visiting Lighthouses.
Riding Ferries.

I'm sure there are more... I may add to this list later!

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Heroes (Poem)

Dedicated to Madonna Higgins, Steve Fowler, and Matt “Ninja Bunny” Gegner
In memory of John Edds, who died serving our country in Iraq

Definition of a hero:
A person who puts themselves at risk, usually grievous danger, for the benefit of another.

Courage, Integrity
They stand and face danger
Unity, Faith
Doing whatever it takes
Situational Awareness, Adaptability
Knowing the role they play
Trust, Dependability
They stand together, supporting one another,
When most would tremble
Caring, Compassion
They do what most could not
Strength, Service
They make us safe back at home,
And the world a better place
True Americans, Patriots
They stand for freedom
National Treasures, Respected
Our heroes,
Standing for what is right, true, & free
Honored for serving our country


Notes: Across all branches of the military, re-enlistment is at its highest: 115%
You CANNOT entice people to re-enlist for a losing cause.
Our military personnel active/reserves make up <1%>


Friday, October 10, 2008

Undenyable Symptoms (Poem)

My thoughts betray me
My heart tells the truth
The warmth of his touch
The fluttering of my stomach's monarchs
The tickling of his breath on my neck
goosebumps
The compassion of his hold
The beauty inside and out
indescribable
His encouraging reminders
The tears when I shed when he's not around
A deep need for him
a prayer
Emotional trust
His fingers through my hair
comforting
A mutual understanding
The love portrayed in his presence
Te quiero, amor mio

10/29/00