Puppy Paws and Tennis Courts

Ok so here's the situation, I took Ms. Lana out to play as I try to do everyday. We went out a little later than usual yesterday. As a result of this, there were WAY too many kids crowded around our usual play area. So we confined ourselves to the tennis courts where we used to play, so Lana would diturb or chase the little hoodlums. We were having a grand old time and Lana was running like a maniac. She had plenty of water and her little friend Zoe from the 3rd floor even came down to play with her.

About an hour later Lana was resting in the grass and had begun limping. I thought perhaps that she maybe ran a little too hard on her paw and maybe twisted it. I began to overheat so we trudged back upstairs to cool off. I didn't think much of Lana's limping as it had happened before and she didn't seem too bothered by it.

Well, Katrina comes home and Lana and I are chillin out and her mama says, "What's this?"

I clearly have no idea as it looks and feels like a piece of vinyl. So I check Lana's feet......

"OMYGOD!!! Call the vet! Her pads are falling off!" I say. Her front pad looks all raw and scary and the pad is kind of hanging there. This one was from one of her back paws.

So Trink gets on the phone with the vet and asks them if this is something to be concerned about etc..... They tell her to bring Lana in because it can be very painful. Mind you, Lana is not bleeding or whimpering or anything. Her Panicked mommy is worried. So, we head out to the vets, I like a complete retard decide that she can now not walk on her own paws and proceed to pick said 65lb dog up and carry her to the car. BAD IDEA.

We get to the vet they look at her paws and "Aww... poor puppy....we'll trim these others and put bootys on her."

Of course it's my fault for running her on what has amounted to an inferno, tennis court of death. I have marred my puppy. I feel like the worst mom ever!!! The vet reassures me as does my wonderful g/f that it was an accident and how was I to know? Even Lana let's me know it's ok. They knocked her out and cleaned her up....

And now she has three wrapped paws that I'm amazed she hasn't tried to chew through yet. God bless her little heart. She is such a good dog. Our vet was very nice and very,. very good to us on the price of the visit. It could've been about $300 but she cut us a break.

So we go back on Friday to get her bandages off. As long as we can keep them dry and mostly clean, she should be fine.

So, some pain pills with lunch and lots of love and some french fries. My little 4 legged best friend is doing fine.

Look at that face!!!

She got to snuggle with her mama as a treat to go to bed.

Man we love our pets!!!

Peace Ya'll!

A flower grows in the Ghetto!

Ms. Trink and I have been talking as of late, how we must CHOOSE to be happy. How everyday when we wake up we should be thankful for all the blessings in our lives. Well, this morning, when we woke up and headed out the door, there were no lights on. Very strange occurance. Only on the outside the lights weren't working. The elevator was working but the lights were not. Bizarre.

Well, later in the morning when the sun came up, I took our Lana downstairs to break in her new squirrel toy. She destroyed the old one. WOW. This dog LOVEs to play! On our way back to the apartment, we found that flower growning out front. A flower growin on out little ghetto. As much as I complain about this place. (for good reason mind you). I am still happy that I can see the beautiful things about the world.

Peace ya'll!

I have the Coolest BIG Brother!!

My big brother is a police officer. That in and of itself is amazing to me. He's a REAL hero. But right now, he's off duty and working security at the Miami Ink Tattoo shop down on south beach! He called me on his way there and told me about it. He doesn't even know who the guys are!! lol

So he gets there and he is talking to AMI!! AMI!! Can you believe it and says that he is super nice and that he got his autograph for me. He said he was gonna try and get Yogi's and Darrens and who ever else he could. HOw cool is he???

I just had to put it out there that my brother loves me and I sometimes forget that. He's the coolest tho and I should tell him more often!!!!

Love you Gordie!! you are the COOLEST Big brother I know!!!

Peace Ya'll!

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A Day In the Life......

Guest Writer today is Ms. Lana Mojo Lola Jo-Jo Sydney Bristow Valentino.

This morning I woke up....and my moms took me outside for chi-chi and boom boom. The elevator is broken again so I had to go down the stairs....I don't mind because it's fun. Then Mama left for work, she said bye to me before she left. So I ran back upstairs to mommy. We waited to see mama dirve away. I like when we do that.

Today is Monday which means I get to do luandry with mommy. I help her carry the basket, well I at least run down to the laundry room to make sure that everything is in order and no one is in there.

After we put the laundry in the washer we get to go back and I play with my best friend... Nemesis....

Sometimes I help her clean the tough spots to reach. She can be annoying but, I like to help out. Sometimes when I'm helping her she bites me. I don't like this.....so I tell mommy and she makes Nemesis leave me alone.

Then I get to go out back onto the balcony and watch the birds....

Sometimes Midnite and Nemesis sit out there with me. We really like the breeze and the sun. Callisto sits inside and watches us. I think she's afraid of me.... but then she come and snuggles with us, when I'm snuggling with mommy....

After we finishes folding laundry, mommy plays a game with me and I get really tired. I run and run and run, and then drink alot of water. It's sometimes really hot outside. So, when we come back upstairs mommy let's me relax wherever I want, so I lay right on her favorite pillow....

She must really love me... lol.

After I take a nice long nap, I help mommy keep the kitties in line. They like to act up and I have to get them back on track.

Then it's time for mama to come home and I can hardly contain myself. We wait outside for her, and then I go running to the stairs and greet my Mama! she's the best I love it when she comes home and pets my head and tells me she loves me. It's the best time of the day!

So, that's my day, I really like it and I really LOVE my moms!

WOOF WOOF!!

Blasts from the past

Wow....I can't believe how many old friends I've found lately. I tried looking on Classmates before but it costs money.... So Myspace to the rescue. I found so many friends old and new. I'm so happy for the chance to reconnect and see how everyone has grown. And yet see how much I haven't....lol...sort of.

I'm still the same goofy kid I always was. I've got a few more issues I'm dealing with, but mostly...I'm still Donna. I would love to spend time with all of the friends that I've found again. I miss hangin out and havin fun.

My new therapist is super nice and seems really willing to work with to help me get better. Nicole Diaz.... she's gonna start actually charting my progress. I'm looking forward to getting into my head and figurin it all out. Try not to get frustrated with myself in the process. Nothing is moving fst enough for me.

Well.. that was a convoluted post...sorry.....

So, this is my old closet door. How creative was I? How cool were my folks to let me do this to my door? And my walls? Some of my friends will remember this door and all the silliness that went with it! Art contributed and pictures.... Some really good memories with this door and so many metaphorical things too.... lol ....Just thought I'd post a blast from my past.

Peace ya'll!

Ok...WHAT THE?!?!?

Ok so I guess my dog is feelin a little insecure. Her and Nemesis (or cranky cat) are like best friends/ worst enemies. Lana cleans her all the time. And chases her and plays with her. Well, last night we were sittin in the room and Lana comes in and proceeds to try and HUMP Nemesis. WTH?!?!?!? I nearly fell off the bed laughing. Aforementioned creatures are both girls and both "fixed"

Anyone know what this is about? I'm assuming it's about social dominance. I was just curious.... Lol...it was soo funny....Nemesis had this look on her face... like, "What the hell do you think you're doin???
lol

Broken already.....

DEATHTRAP STRIKES AGAIN!!!!

Stuck open on the first floor!!!

Well, let's act like we're surprised. I would if I was, but sadly, the inept morons that put this thing together can't even fix it properly. I'm not surprised. Frustrated, yes, angry? Yes....

It's absurd that the elevator was working for 5 days??? Good grief. We'll see who long it takes them to come out and correct the problem this time. It's a WHOLE brand new elevator!!! For heaven's sake!!

Anyway, there ya go....HAppy Valentine's DAY!!!

HELP with Snoring!!

Anyone have ANY ideas? Suggestions? Home Remedies?
I'm open to ANYTHING!
Pillow over my face?


Sleeping while standing?


Mouth full of feathers?


Shot of Camel spit???


Kitty Litter?

THe CLumping Kind??


Anything??? Let me know if you have any suggestions.... PLEASE!!! Before I snore my honey right outta my life!!!

Thanks!

100 things about me...,.

1. I am a natural Redhead
2. I have 2 brothers, 1 sister, 2 step sisters and one step brother.
3. I hate to fly.
4. I am Claustrophobic
5. And Agoraphobic
6. I have severe panic disorder.
7. I HATE it.
8. I love the smell of gasoline.
9. Fall is my favorite season
10. I do NOT like nuts in my brownies.
11. Or my cookies....(usually)
12. I'm a picky eater.
13. You can't tell by looking at me.
14. I'm unusually good at distracting myself.
15. I love to alphabetize CD's.
16. Sometimes I keep too many keepsakes.
17. I have a friendship egg that's about 20 years old.
18. I once lost myself in somebody else.
19. I FINALLY found myself.
20. I am a fidgeter.
21. I am very tactial.
22. I can't sleep unless my honey is in the house or I know she'll be home soon.
23. It's hard for my to be proud of myself.
24. Little tiny, toys make me smile.
25. I really hate smiley faces.
26. I collect too many things.
27. Postcards at night are my favorites.
28. My puppy is one of my best friends.
29. She has helped me leave the house.
30. I love to sing.
31. With my mom.
32. I play guitar
33. And a little piano
34. I read comic books.
35. I'm a backseat driver that sits in the front seat.
36. My first job was at The Chosen Children's Foundation.
37. We tried to sell trash bags and Cards during dinner.
38. It sucked.
39. I drove the driving range cart at a golf course. (Yes they try to hit you)
40. I was never hit.
41. I flooded the driving range once.
42. I worked at a preschool.
43. I loved it.
44. I used to have ALOT more energy
45. I used to be healthier.
46. I LOVE to dance.
47. Haven't danced in a while.
48. Yes, I LOVED the Spice Girls. Still do. (So?)
49. I have glow sticks from the first club I went to ever.
50. It was called The Edge.
51. People used to think I was an Angel.
52. I was just a naive girl.
53. I'm not so naive anymore.
54. I've always been Gay.
55. Just never knew what to call it.
56. The smell of Hugo Boss for women makes me smile.
57. One of my prized possessions is an autographed backstage pass to Cyndi Lauper's Girls' just wanna have fun tour.
58. Scary movies that are realistic freak me out. I don't like to watch them.
59. Stupid People shouldn't breed.
60. Sometimes my friends disappoint me.
61. Sometimes I disappoint my friends.
62. I disappoint myself alot.
63. I bite my nails.
64. I think I was a ninja a long time ago.
65. HAHAHAHAHA I'm lkaughing to hard to write this one.
66. I'm fierceley protective.
67. Terribly insecure.
68. I'm a Christian
69. I haven't been to church in a LOOOOOOONG time.
70. I miss it.
71. I don't think I want to be judged by them.
72. God made me in HIS image tho.
73. God don't make mistakes does he?
74. Sometimes I wonder if I'll go to Heaven.
75. Then I remember my bible verses.
76. Laughing is the best thing on the planet.
77. My friend Tara is the first person who knew I was gay...(after me)
78. I am lucky enough to know my soulmates.
79. I want to travel the U.S. at some point.
80. I want to stop being afraid.
81. I'm left handed.
82. I have stubby toes.
83. I'm surprisingly flexible
84. Sometimes I take things for granted.
85. I'm always grateful that Trink comes home everyday.
86. I am a morning person.
87. Who talks alot.
88. I wish I wasn't so judgmental.
89. I sometimes fart in my sleep.
90. I can pick up almost anyting with my toes.
91. I have trouble finishing things I start.
92. I'm determined to change that.
93. I'm an optimist.
94. I'm pretty sure God has a plan for me.
95. I wish it was winning the Lotto.
96. We hit a casino jackpot once.
97. I nearly pee'd myself!
98. I have 11 nieces and nephews and half of them were born in February.
99. My middle name is Frances.
100. WOW!! Look I finished something!

Well Wonders Never Cease!

It's Official!! The Deathtrap is Operable!!!

It's amazing! It's a miracle!! I did a dance with the head of maintenance. It was ridiculous....and actually quite funny. Me and Victor the head guy doin a dance out front. It was funny.

I'm stunned into speechlessness.......

HOORAY!! HOORAY!!!

Peace ya'll!

I don't want to Jinx it....

There may be an end in sight. I was doin laundry and I saw the elevator guys out there with who I think was the county inspector. I saw a light come on. A door open....and some movement.

The deathtrap may be resurrected!!

Hallelujah! I'll let you know for sure...

Peace Ya'll!

Ice, Cars, and Sisters....OH MY!!

Well, my mom called me tonight to let me know that my sister and step-sister were in a car accident. For those of you who have been around, my step sister was in a TERRIBLE accident just before Christmas. Mom said that tonight they were going to bring my pop some food at work when they hit an icy patch and slid off the road into a ditch and hit a tree. My sisters door was smashed in and she hurt her neck and her hip. The ambulance was on it's way when my mom called me.

I just really want my mom to have some peace. I can't even begin to tell you what all she has been dealing with.

So much all at once and all the time. I wish they lived closer, then maybe I could help her somehow. As it is, they are in Arkansas...and I'm in SOUTH Florida...so......it makes it really hard to help.

Just sendin prayers their way that nothing is broken or out of place. My step sister broke lots of bones in Dec. So.......

I'll know more tomorrow.

Thanks....peace!

Later that day....

The view this afternoon from my 4th floor loo window. oooh if I zoom out all the way the screen looks less and less like a jail cell. yippee!!

Today was a tough day. Had a bad panic attack this morning. Keep tryin to work through it. I just wish I could figure out WHY they happen so I can make them S T O P!!! UGH!!

I'm feel better. I LOVE the new blogs I've been reading. They make me smile. I guess I did too much yesterday rearranging everyting by myself and not getting any sleep. Oy to the Vey! Loopy girl that I am. Anyway, I hope you enjoy my nice Florida weather...lol. I wish it was snowing...like it is at my mom's!

Peace ya'll!!

View from my Loo 2

The moon was HUGE and beautiful this morning. I tried to get it with my digital camera, but it's just so sad. I wanted to share the view from my loo. Sometimes it's beautiful out there. Sometimes it just looks like jail.

I think I've created a new project for myself...muahahaahah!! Maybe I'll post another one later today.

Peace ya'll!

Hi ya'll!!

What a day today. I actually had some N R G and decided to rearrange our room. ALL BY MYSELF. I think that may have a been a little silly on my part. Cuz, now I'm exhausted. We are expecting our bed hopefully tomorrow or Friday. What a relief that will be.

My brain sure is stuck on empty today. I just wanted to say hi and I hope all is well with ya'll!

Peace!
Frannie

Sunday Sunday...

Man, I've been reading a few new blogs lately. Some of them are really interesting. And some, like mine are "fluff". I wonder if people read these because they find other peoples opinions interesting, or just are curious about life in general. I've always been curious about other people's lives. How they live, what they do, who they love.

I've always considered myself a "people" person. All until this whole panic crap started. It's hard to be a people person when your social network consists of your partner, your puppy and your cats. lol.

I've got to have a sense of humor don't I? This is just so silly already. I can't take some days. It's frustrating and upsetting. So what do I do? I take a deep breath and look at the good things in my life. I plant a new seed in the window box and see what grows. ya know? Well, I'm gonna put a couple of new links up to some blogs that I think are fun.

Enjoy! And Thanks for checkin in!

Peace ya'll!!

Bad ME!! !

Well, I've been focused on my other project... paint365.blogspot.com But I thought I might update ya'll on what's going on here. The deathtrap is STILL broken and I have been getting the runaround still from the office about when, where, who and all the flotsum and jetsum of BULLSHIT!!!

So, I have decided that I will call all day everyday and annoy them until the elevator is fixed. Soemthings got to give this is INSANE!! What if something happens to someone on the fourth floor? Are the paramedics gonna really run upstairs with a gurney?? I mean this is a serious risk. I think I'll remind the office. MUAHAHAHAH!! I think they'll just get annoyed with all the calling...what do you think?

Peace ya'll!
D

DeathTrap Update

Well, I can hardly believe it, but they are workin on the elevator for the second day in a row! I don't want to say, that it could be working soon...because as you all know it's been WELL over a year! BUT they are working on it~!

Supposedly, it will be "done" soon. I don't want to hold my breath...but it sure would be a nice Christmas present.

It's been insane around here without that elevator luggin presents up and down the stairs...and all the groceries....

I'm beginning to lose hope that it will ever be fixed!

Merry Christmas to all and to all....a Gnight!

PEACE!