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6/29/2008 Vocal Artists Some of my favorite ones are Sade, Al Green, Jon B., The Spinners,
The list could go on and on, but these are just a few! 6/13/2008 It's never boring! Anything Computer, Puzzles, Woodcarving (smaller projects) Home Decorating, Arts & Crafts,
Teaching and helping others learn new things (one of my favorites, especially when you find out how much it has helped them. It's wonderful!) Collection of Quotes"Remember to not walk over someone else while trying to get ahead in life as they may do the same when it's their turn!" by me
"Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do." by Johann von Goethe
Favorite Movies/ActorsMovies: Action, Comedy, Sitcom (some)
Actors: Nicolas Cage, Chris Rock, Jackie Chan, Forest Whitaker, Drew Barrymore, just to name a few because there are way too many! Talking about Great Gulf Coast RestaurantsCarrabba's Italian Grill on 9th is a really nice place to eat. The staff is always very nice and the food is excellent! Cabo Grill on Pensacola Beach is also a lot of fun. They have great waiters, and delicious food! McGuire's Irish Pub on Gregory St. offers great entertainment. The crowd, including waiting staff is wonderful, and the food is unbelievable.
more updates to come 5/28/2008 Other InterestTheaters, nice restaurants, riverwalks, getting together with friends, outdoor festivals & concerts
5/21/2008 Other Interests: Mystery, certain Bio's, Home Decorating, Fiction & Non-Fiction
Dislikes: Science Fiction or Fantasy (too far fetched!)
5/20/2008 Hello Everyone,I just wanted to tell you a little bit about myself. My family and I spent many years in different parts of Germany, which we loved and will always remember. After that we moved on to different parts in the USA. Our favorite place in the states has always been Alaska. The scenery is breathtaking, the wildlife is amazing, and there is just so much to do for everyone. I remember when the moose' used to always come right on our doorstep. At times, when we went sledding, we had to watch out because people used to mess with the moose', and so, some of them would get pretty aggressive towards humans (especially the females when they had their young ones around). Sometimes we got to see some black bears, too. So that was pretty cool! Alaska has just endless opportunities for the adventurer!
My husband retired from the military several years ago. We have three wonderful sons who are all grown by now. Though, there are many times when I sit back in my chair, reflecting on past times. I must say, I surely miss the moments when the kids were so little and so cuddly, and all the fun & carefree times we used to have together. Just then, every time right before it gets too cozy in "dreamland," reality kicks in. I think about having all 3 in diapers again, no car, little money and while shopping on base, pushing 2 of their shopping carts back home all the way across base with three little kids (hanging on & around me). My husband was attending school for the entire year so he wasn't around much during the day. Well, this is something you have to deal with when you are a military wife. Roll with it or get out! Tough life at times for all involved, but if you stick it out, try your best to be positive, stay busy because you're more likely to make it through! You can't always give up every time it gets a little rough in life. Do it for your children, brothers, sisters, parents, friends, and yourself. Be strong, stay positive, and be good to yourself as well as to others!
I have loved children all my life, and I couldn't be without them! I guess that's why I feel so lucky now to have 7 beautiful grandchildren.
And believe it or not those little rascals always end up in my car again, no matter how fast I try to escape in my get-a-away car.
 They start looking at me with their little eyes saying,"I wanna go with you Grandma!" What can I do, it's them against me! Well, in my past, I owned my own business in Maryland, but then the military transferred us so I had to close down the shop. During the years I also taught ESOL classes, and foreign language (private sector), I also worked at the military medical clinics, and inside the hospital with the terminally ill patients. Then, I went to PJC for a degree in Graphic Design. After that I opened my own business here in Pensacola, however, my husband and I decided to go another route for now, so we hit the commercial industry in which I am the office manager. However, we are always on the lookout!
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