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gratitude28

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All About Me Me Me
« on: April 03, 2007, 02:05:27 AM »
Hi All,

Nah, I'm not trying out to be an N, but wanted to share a bit of what has been going on with me.

My husband just came back from his after-Iraq-deployement... it seemed like he had not gotten back at all. He went out to Korea for another three weeks. So we are enjoying having him here. (again)

This weekend we got to meet Alex Trebec (I tried to insert the photo, but can't seem to get the file small enough). It was very fun - played Jeopardy... I bombed the test. Ugh, I had always wanted to be on the show and drew a HUGE blank when the short test was in front of me. It was like my whole mind emptied.

Haven't been talking to NM, but sent her the pic. She wrote back and said, "I HATE YOU." and then wrote again to say, "You know I don't really hate, you. I love you very much." She was trying to be funny, but you don't need to qualify a joke unless you truly have that in your heart. Ya know what I mean? Whatever, she is thrilled to have her picture so she can "tell everyone."

We are moving in about 8 weeks. I am excited now that I know... this in-between time is hard. We will be in America - in Virginia. My kids have never lived in America. And they've never seen snow. They are getting very excited.

I also wanted to add a huge thank you on here to all of you. I am a different person than I was when I began reading and posting here. I am able to see things in a different light and understand motives better. I also feel validated. I have replaced so many negative tapes with new thoughts... and that makes a huge difference in my life as well. Thank you again, everyone.

Love, Beth


 
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« Reply #1 on: April 03, 2007, 02:14:22 AM »



Beth,

So glad your husband is home and that y'all are doing fun stuff. 
Glad you're going to be in America.  Eight months should make it just about right for the kids to see snow.  :)
I can tell you've learned a lot about dealing with the N in your life.  Detachment! Detachment! Detachment!...that's what works best for me, but everyone is different.
Glad you gave your update.  Makes me smile and feel the higher level of contentment you've found.
Hope the kids and hubby and you have a great summer.

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« Reply #2 on: April 03, 2007, 07:13:23 AM »
Hi!  I have good friends in Virginia but believe me it is HOT in the summer!  I have curly hair and it was a bush when I was there.  I love Jeopardy too!  Was Alec nice?  Your post was so bright and beautiful-thanks!
Kelly

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« Reply #3 on: April 03, 2007, 07:43:24 AM »
That's wonderful, Beth!
Will you be at a military base or in a city?

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« Reply #4 on: April 03, 2007, 07:54:21 AM »
Oh Miss Beth, she hates herself, not you.  Unfortunately, some of that gets all over you.  And feels like hatred of you.  But it's not.  It's all about her.  Even the hatred.  The Ns have to project it all onto us strong, loving types.  We can stop taking it on, though.  Somehow or other  :roll:.

Virginia!  My youngest was born there!  And it sure is hot and humid in the summer.  Our first Christmas there, my oldest and I went for a walk and found real mistletoe growing in a little tree where we could easily reach some and pick a couple of sprigs.  I'll never forget how cool that was to have real mistletoe hanging in our apt. for Christmas.

Hope the move goes as smoothly as possible.  It's an exciting time for you guys!

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« Reply #5 on: April 03, 2007, 09:32:56 AM »
Beth,

Great to hear your news.  I agree its all about DETACH DETACH DETACH.  Hope your kids get all the snow they want in winter.

xxxxx

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« Reply #6 on: April 03, 2007, 10:54:07 AM »
HIya Beth:

It sounds like things are going well and looking up!  Very glad to hear it and thanks for sharing!

I bet your kids will enjoy the snow!!  I hope they get a good batch of it to play in!

Happy packing and hope your move goes smoothly and everyone settles in nicely.

 :D Sela

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« Reply #7 on: April 03, 2007, 02:42:05 PM »
Beth,

Great News Beth,

My friend was in the military and owned a house down there not far from the base.  She loved it.  She was about 1/2 hour 20mins from the Beach.  I always heard good things about living there. Your kids will love the snow.  My little one just took up snowboarding this year. My older son has been snowboarding, (snowboarding junkie).   Now you will have the beach in the summer and the snow in the winter!!  Enjoy it all.

Love
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« Reply #8 on: April 03, 2007, 03:08:38 PM »
hi Beth

great news

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« Reply #9 on: April 03, 2007, 07:50:48 PM »
Hi All!!!!
Thanks for the sweet comments!!!
This will be my FOURTH time living in the area. My husband will be at Quantico and we will probably live a bit outside of the base. I went to third and fourth grade on base there!!!! You are so right!!! It IS hot in the summer - and humid. The fall sets in quickly. I remember the leaves being beautiful too. I can't wait to go to all the museums with the kids.
Alex Trebec was very nice - he didn't fall in love with me though. Oh well. I was trying to resize my photo so I could put it on here but gave up. Maybe I'll figure it out today. He wrote sweet autugraphs for my kids and they think he is the kindest man!!! I am disappointed at how poorly I did on the test. But I will try again one day (and try to study beforehand!!!).
Kelly, I wish I had poofy hair!!! Mine is flat and gets flatter in the heat!!!
Penny, what a nice story about the Christmas mistletoe. If I tell my son he will barf. Kissing is not on his list of things to EVER do at this point :)
So now it's just paring down on the junk we have accumulated and pining away for my Henry when he leaves in two weeks. Please give a prayer that he will be OK on the flight. And that Grandma doesn't go bonkers with the ugly snorting baby at her feet all day. LOL
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« Reply #10 on: April 03, 2007, 10:16:14 PM »
Thanks to Izzy, I am am able to add my picture of Alex Trebec with the kids and me!
Iz The Computer Whiz...  8)
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« Reply #11 on: April 03, 2007, 10:18:13 PM »
WTG Beth

but I thought I made it larger??????

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« Reply #12 on: April 03, 2007, 10:27:30 PM »
Thanks yet again Iz!!! Isn't it past your bedtime???? Thank you again!
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« Reply #13 on: April 03, 2007, 10:28:21 PM »
Wow Beth!!! How much fun it is to see this picture!!!!  I love seeing your children - they are so squeezeably adorable.  Thanks for sharing it.  I lived in Virginia for many years and loved everything about the state.  Will you be on a base? on the coast?  It is a wonderful state to live in.  I'm so glad for you all. - Gaining Stength

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« Reply #14 on: April 03, 2007, 10:52:27 PM »
Hey Beth ,
You and the kids and Mr Jeopardy look super duper :D

Moving time what happiness for your family....cool you guys figured out the photo.

Virginia is lovely and so are you and your family !!!!!


Love to you
moonlight