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Re: Trisha's Tresses 2007
Reply #60 - Mar 12^th, 2007 at 2:50pm

Monday 12 March 2007

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Wash day with hair hanging down, parted in the middle.

Though the official first day of Spring is a week away, our temperatures are rushing ahead of schedule. High today should be in the low 70's and it is gorgeous outside! --Which makes me think of Summer, right around the corner, and sweat. So as the temperature increases I may logically need to wash more often than I had this past winter. Instead of returning to Giovanni products, I believe I'm going to try the Kiss My Face line.

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Posted by: texian.traveler Posted on: Mar 9th, 2007, 2:19pm
How old is your husband? The reason I ask is, about 3 years ago my husband developed benign essential tremors. They are not Parkinson's, but are caused by an absence of dopamine in the brain as Parkinson's is.

Essential tremors are common in those over 60. They are the reason old people shake. They are not common in men who are 40. His have gradually worsened, but are still more of a nuisance than a handicap. Hopefully by the time they get too bad someone will have come up with a more effective treatment than what he has now.

texian.traveler, my hubby is 46. Sad

I guess I'm still hoping that these tremors are a result of one or both of the pain meds he was taking post-surgery. --Or even a thyroid problem would be good at this point! He's scheduled to see his doctor this Friday at which time the results of some tests should be make known. But who knows what's going on? --Only God and He ain't talking. I'm sorry to hear your hubby has essential tremors. I can only imagine how aggravating they must be to live with. I wish you both the best in coping with this.

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I purchased a supply of plain white cloth napkins to use at meals instead of paper towels or paper napkins.
I purchased a supply of 11-ounce plastic tumblers to replace our disposable bathroom cups (We will probably keep disposable cups on hand for guests).
I've been using china plates instead of paper.
I've also been trying to utilize natural sunlight at home instead of flicking on lights every couple of minutes.

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Re: Trisha's Tresses 2007
Reply #61 - Mar 14^th, 2007 at 3:58pm

Wednesday 14 March 2007

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Washed this morning--wanted fresh hair for a meeting I had to attend. I'm fighting the urge to run to the health food store to buy either Aubrey Organics or Kiss My Face s+c, but don't know if I can hold out much longer! Grin

I'm kind of waiting to find out if my daughter gets a job soon in the Memphis area. If she does, then I'm sending the Tre Semme products with her and then, naturally, I'll have to buy replacement products! Cool

Or I could give in to temptation and just buy the dang stuff now. *sigh* Decisions, decisions...

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I'm going to do all I can to help the environment, but I'm not going to get all rabid about it. I'm not going to panic if somebody wants to use a paper towl to wipe their chins instead of a cloth napkin. And I'm not gong to knock the paper plate out of their hands and replace it with a china one. I will do my part, but I do not want to be consumed with it.
I had caffeine today and, boy, can I tell the difference! I had been doing so well, too, up to now. Tomorrow I'll most likely return to my decaf state.

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Re: Trisha's Tresses 2007
Reply #62 - Mar 15^th, 2007 at 10:43am

Thursday 15 March 2007
Beware the ides of March!! bwahahahahahahahahaha!!!!!

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Back to my no-wash schedule after washing out of turn, so to speak, yesterday. I'll probably wait 'til the weekend to wash again. And...I caved a little yesterday, in the shampoo arena. After work I made a little visit to the health food store to check out the shampoo/conditioner section. I badly wanted to buy some Aubrey Organics s+c, but I simply could not bring myself to shell out the money right then and there. So I compromised, purchasing a 2 oz. bottle of the chamomile (i think) shampoo. This way, it suited my immediate budget and the bottle is small enough that I won't feel bad if I happen to dislike the product. Somehow, though, I doubt I will hate it. Roll Eyes

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Last week I received an email from a lady who had stumbled across my name/address on a genealogy site. She gave some preliminary information, which led me to reply with some information of my own. We're still not sure, but think there's a possibility of us being "cousins".

I'm hoping hard for this to be true, because she seems to have a lot more data about a particular line than I do. At the very least, she seems a tremendously nice lady with whom I would like to continue discussions. Of course, all of this has thrown me back into ancestor-search mode. Cool

I feel another trip to the church cemetery coming on! LOL

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Angel Spun Ex Member	Re: Trisha's Tresses 2007 Reply #63 - Mar 15^th, 2007 at 11:57am Quote: Of course, all of this has thrown me back into ancestor-search mode. I feel another trip to the church cemetery coming on! LOL Oh, Trisha, how fascinating! Best of luck with whatever leads you may find.
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Re: Trisha's Tresses 2007
Reply #64 - Mar 16^th, 2007 at 2:36pm

Thanks dear! *hugs*

Friday 16 March 2007

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No wash day #2. Tomorrow I believe I'll try my Aubrey Organics shampoo. Wink

Need to do a vinegar rinse also; I skipped last week's.

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Should be a quiet weekend *Fingers crossed*
It's full-blown Springtime here--one day our weather consists of sunny blue skies and 70 degree temperatures. The next day it's back down to 40 degrees with blustery winds! Makes dressing appropriately a challenge, to say the least. At least the pretty jonquil flowers are up, showing their happy little yellow faces to everyone who will glance their way.

Before long our grass will need to be cut on a regular basis!

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Re: Trisha's Tresses 2007
Reply #65 - Mar 20^th, 2007 at 12:11pm

Tuesday 20 March 2007

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Wash day. This was the second washing using Aubrey Organics Camomile Luxurious Volumizing Shampoo. --Don't like it. The product itself is fine; cleans well, doesn't seem to dry out my hair. But I've finally come to conclusion that I HATE the smell of chamomile. Love it in tea; HATE it in my hair care products. Sad

And as wonderfully "organic" as their products are, they're out of my price limit. So I will not be purchasing them again.

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My friend, T, had surgery yesterday of a feminine nature--'nuff said. I was filling in for the secretary, and couldn't see her until after work. She was in a LOT of pain, poor thing. For whatever reason, her morphine pump hadn't been started immediately after surgery...they waited until she was in a room. Well, by that time her pain level was already at a 10, and the morphine was, unsuccessfully, trying to play catch-up. *sigh* I had to leave around 7:15pm and I sure hope she got some relief last night.

One of my husband's uncles passed away Sunday night, and the viewing is tonight from 4-8pm. Hubby wasn't especially close to this guy but, out of respect, we'll be at the viewing tonight (for a little while). Then we'll visit with my friend in hospital.

Tomorrow is the official start of Spring.

I still have not been able to start and maintain a successcul walking program, and I know it ain't gonna happen this week either. Tongue

I guess when it's supposed to happen I'll find the time and the energy!

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Re: Trisha's Tresses 2007
Reply #66 - Mar 21^st, 2007 at 1:49pm

Wednesday 21 March 2007

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No wash day.

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My husband's initial "diagnosis" for the hand tremors is benign essential tremors. At least I assume that's what the doctor said, since I wasn't there in person. Hubby related that the doctor said "...benign something-or-other". He may still end up seeing a specialist, who knows.

My newfound "cousin" sent me this morning a gedcom file with several names of our ancestors.

It will take plenty of time to wade through them. At this point, neither of us is certain of being able to connect our lineage. But I believe we're both pretty sure of being related somehow, someway.

I have a comment to make about shopping at Wal Mart...but I've decided to wait 24 hours to see how I feel tomorrow.

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Angel Spun Ex Member	Re: Trisha's Tresses 2007 Reply #67 - Mar 21^st, 2007 at 5:18pm Quote: I have a comment to make about shopping at Wal Mart...but I've decided to wait 24 hours to see how I feel tomorrow. lol Oh, I have several comments that I could make about shopping at Wal*Mart...and I choose to keep most of them to myself.
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Re: Trisha's Tresses 2007
Reply #68 - Mar 21^st, 2007 at 9:02pm

I just purchased a bookcase from Walmart just last week. I know about their products coming from overseas and the conditions of the workers,but the bookcase was 50% cheaper than the same ones I saw elsewhere. I'm pretty conflicted about the whole Walmart thing. Undecided

What are your thoughts?

What made you decide to do an ancestor search?
My dads cousin from his mothers side contacted us last year. My dads mother died when he was very young so no one knew much about her family. Anyway, she wants to meet and the whole bit but I'm pretty indifferent, I'm not quite sure why. Although, it was interesting to get some info about that side of the family though.

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Re: Trisha's Tresses 2007
Reply #69 - Mar 22^nd, 2007 at 10:12am

Thursday 22 March 2007

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No wash day; hair is up in a high ponytail.

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Okay, I've waited my self-imposed 24 hours and this topic is still heavy on my mind. So I'm going to write about it.

This thing I'm going to write about Wal Mart stems from another thread at this site. I mentioned finding a certain product at Wal Mart, which prompted a few members to express their dislike of that store.

First let me say that I am not offended by their remarks. Well, maybe I'm a leeeetle offended, otherwise I guess I wouldn't be writing this.

But none of it was personal, or directed towards me; I understand this. They were expressing an opinion, something to which we are all entitled. It should be understood that the following piece is likewise not intended to offend anyone, or to pick a fight. I simply feel the need to defend my position, and possibly the position of a few others who are in the same (small) boat as I. That being said...

I shop at Wal Mart.

Yes, I know Wal Mart is an evil giant that has destroyed countless small businesses in countless towns across this nation. And now they've set their sights on Europe, I believe. I understand that by spending money at this store I am, of sorts, an "enabler". I know about the sweat shops, and the unfair working conditions, and the whole crappy situation in general. To those of you who choose to shop elsewhere and, in essence, boycott Wal Mart I applaud your efforts. I wish I could do the same. But I cannot afford that luxury. You see, my husband and I must make ends meet on one income--mine. He has been unable to work for the last three years, due to a physical limitation. We are still trying to obtain disability benefits and, so, yes, we exist on my meager salary. That means I must do the best for my family, within severe budget restrictions, and shop as frugally as I can. Unfortunately, for us, that means shopping at Wal Mart. I don't like it, but I don't have a choice.

So to all of you who can afford to choose, keep shopping elsewhere. I applaud your efforts and, if possible, will join you in the future. However, if the money situation does not ever improve for me and my family, I cannot afford to feel guilty for shopping at Wal Mart.
(end of discourse)

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Re: Trisha's Tresses 2007
Reply #70 - Mar 22^nd, 2007 at 10:26am

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Posted by: La Diosa Posted on: Yesterday at 6:02pm
What made you decide to do an ancestor search?
My dads cousin from his mothers side contacted us last year. My dads mother died when he was very young so no one knew much about her family. Anyway, she wants to meet and the whole bit but I'm pretty indifferent, I'm not quite sure why. Although, it was interesting to get some info about that side of the family though.

I've been doing family research, on and off, for...oh, gosh, it must be at least 10 years now. It's funny, but I don't remember exactly why I started. I just have this needful desire to know where I come from. I mean, I know my granny's people were German. It's her mother, my great-grandmother, that I'm most interested in at this point. I have a photograph of her, aged approx. 30-40 yrs, sitting on a sunny porch in her dress and apron, holding a kitten in each hand, and I know her name was Mollie. I know she was 19 when she gave birth to my grandmother, and I know her husband was a farmer.

But I want to know more...was she happy? Was she born in Germany or America? Did she migrate with her parents? Were they farmers? So many questions... I also have to accept the fact that I may never know an answer to any of these. Unfortunately she was born at a time when birth, marriage, and death certificates were not completed with any regularity.

So, La Diosa, if you want my opinion (I'm gonna give it to you whether you want it
or not! Grin

), meet with your "cousin". Find out everything you can about your grandmother. Even if you're not interested in genealogy, her medical history could be of importance to you later on. And who knows? Once you find out about your grandmother, you may recognize yourself in those genes. Wink

*hugs*

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Re: Trisha's Tresses 2007
Reply #71 - Mar 22^nd, 2007 at 4:55pm

lol We don't hate you, Trish. *hugzzzz*

Actually, I have a guilty little Wal*Mart secret of my own: I get my prescription meds there. Shocked

Granted, that's only because the pharmacy where I usually shop doesn't offer my prescription or even its generic counterpart, so off to Wally World I go. Sad

And they're still printing my married name (which I've not used in over 3 years now) on the receipts to mention. Angry

Fortunately, it's only a quarterly trip now.

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Re: Trisha's Tresses 2007
Reply #72 - Mar 22^nd, 2007 at 9:17pm

Well, if this person turns out to be your cousin, would they have this information about your great grandmother or know anyone who can perhaps answer your questions?

Thanks for your advice Trisha! Grin

Maybe I will find out more. I did get the names of my great grandparents from her and she told me a little about what they were like and what they looked like. I guess it could be interesting to find out more. She gave me the phone number (which I lost, so I'll have to get it again) of another cousin who apparently knows everything about our family. She's very old though so I guess I should do it because I may regret it later if I don't. I really regret not knowing to ask my mothers father (who was very much like a father to me growing up) more about his life which strikes me as very interesting now. He was bi racial (which of course was not a common thing back then) and spent his childhood in boarding school. I would've loved to know more about that stuff, the dirt so to speak. Tongue

I shop at Walmart too... Undecided

See thats the thing about Walmart. Even if you do have the extra cash, the price gap is too large to ignore in my opinion. I mean, there aren't very many people in this country who can afford to pay hundreds of dollars more for products just out of principal. The bookcase I purchased was 42.00. I saw it elsewhere for 110.00, thats a big difference. I purchased a flat screen tv last summer from Walmart for 100.00 less than it was selling in other stores. I know it's morally wrong I suppose, but again it's hard for most people to pass up savings to that degree.

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Re: Trisha's Tresses 2007
Reply #73 - Mar 26^th, 2007 at 3:50pm

Monday 26 March 2007

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I've washed 2 days in a row; yesterday because it was time, and today because I was meeting a group of ladies for lunch. It's time to buy a new straw hat to protect my hair (and my face) while I cut the grass.

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The "meeting" at lunch today is, I hope, the beginning of a new club, so to speak. It's for women who are connected to the university in some way, who have or had cancer. A group of survivors, if you will, to encourage and support one another. There were only 4 of us today but as word spreads I'm hopeful more will join us. I've never started anything like this before, but it feels so good that I'm wondering why I didn't do it sooner?!

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Posted by: La Diosa Posted on: Mar 22nd, 2007, 6:17pm
Well, if this person turns out to be your cousin, would they have this information about your great grandmother or know anyone who can perhaps answer your questions?

Well, unfortunately, no, I don't think she has that kind of information about my great-grandmother. But I'm not sure--we've only been in touch for a short while, so she may have more than I think she does. I'm convinced in my heart, though, that she and I come from the same family. I hope it's not just wishful thinking on my part...I don't believe it is, though. A little more digging on my part and we should be able to connect the dots. Wink

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Re: Trisha's Tresses 2007
Reply #74 - Mar 28^th, 2007 at 12:58pm

Wednesday 28 March 2007

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No wash day. For today's style I redid my night braids (starting close behind each ear), secured each end, then pulled each braid to the back of my neck and secured them together with my faux leopard print clip. Rather cute, if I do say so myself.

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An exciting, astounding leap forward in my genealogy research: I now know the names of my family from my great-great grandmother's line. Smiley

The process went something like this...

At the county archive center I was able to find the name of one of my great-grandmother, Mollie's, sisters (Julia). I then was lucky enough to find online a death certificate for Julia, which lists the names of her parents, Peter and Caroline. --Nice names, aren't they?

I never knew their names before. Then I checked at the Roots Web site (www.rootsweb.com) for *their* names and, lo and behold, found a distant relative had posted a wonderfully extensive family history on the Bedford line, the surname of my great-great grandmother. This line goes back to the mid 1600's!! Shocked

I have sent an email to the new-found "cousin" and hope she writes me back soon. *fingers crossed* There are still a lot of lines to research, though, and so I have plenty to keep me busy for years to come.

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