Pouring out my heart........

If you are hoping to find humor in this post, you won't. If you want to hear a heavy, saddening burden being heaved off of my heart...by all means read on. I AM using names in this post........ I am the product of a broken home - well, two actually. My bio. parents separated and subsequently divorced in 1986 when I was 5. I have been told varying circumstances surrounding this event by both my mother and father. I choose to believe neither as I was too young to formulate my own synopsis of the events leading up to this sad event and, really, MY opinion is the only one I fully trust. In 1992, my father re-married. In 1996, my mother re-married. Both have children with their current spouses. I lived in a broken home from 1981 - 1986 and then 1996 - 1999. Over the years, this upbringing took its toll on me. I learned to protect myself from an emotionally barren mother and her self righteous, arrogant, hatefully family (led by a Matriachal Bitch) and an absent father by surrounding myself with destructive behavior - smoking, sex, lies, and walls thicker than Fort Knox built around my Soul. At 14, my virginity was given to a guy on his bedroom floor. By 15, I had stolen, I had had multiple sexual partners and had begun to experiment with drugs. At the age of 16 I experienced something SO terrible I refuse to speak of it to this day, by 17 I was spinning out of control and by 18 I was "gone". I just did not give a FUCK anymore! Why bother? I didn't have a mother who cared, I had a deplorable extended family and my dad, the one person I DID feel possibly cared was 1,00o miles away! I could fill a telephone book with instances to support my cause but I just don't feel I need to expose EVERYTHING! In any event - full of anger towards what I percieved to be a world full of cruel people whose only intent was to hurt me, use me, or ignore me...I set about to carry out a "guarenteed way" to get what I wanted - something that was all mine, no one else but me would have it - a baby. It so happened that this is around the time I met Papa Witch. I sure wish I could say I loved him instantly; I sure wish I could say that I was as a good a person as he was, I sure wish that my motives and love were as genuine as his....I am ashamed to say that that is not so. Too much of me was broken and hurt. Within 3 months of meeting Papa Witch, I became pregnant. What's so ironic is that I didn't feel the excitement of a living person inside of me - I felt vindicated! I felt that I FINALLY could offer up a big ol FUCK YOU to all of those who "broke" me because now, I would know love.... Sure enough, I found it - at 4:55pm on a beautiful sunny Saturday afternoon. I looked over and saw the most beautiful baby the Goddess has ever created - and she was MINE! No one could ever hurt me or this tiny little person; it would be her and I against the world! That isn't what happened.....you see, we can never "own" a person. She was a gift to be shared with Papa Witch and the family.....Boy, did I HATE that. She was mine and here everyone was, "breaking her away from me"....I felt trapped! I wanted to escape w/my baby! But then.the most amazing thing happened - I found out that I had even MORE love to share - with the man who saved me from myself! From the man who loved me for me - the good, the bad, the ugly..My Prince, My Papa Witch. All of a sudden, YEARS worth of walls came tumbling down, I felt love again. It did take some time - mind you I was very hurt and sad for a long time - but I remembered how to love again! So now, I didn't need to "own" my Wee Witch, I could just love her for the unique Soul she is, I LOVE this man who saved me, who nurtured me, who taught me to love again.....I have given up the hurt and anger I harbored against my father for leaving me; I love him, my stepmom and my sister so much - I LOVE them! And......I got a surprise gift! Something I never had and didn't even think I wanted...and no could NOT live a day without...an extended family. A mother and father in law who are amazingly loving and accepting, GRANDPARENTS...I have grandparents that love me and don't judge me or hurt me but care and guide me...siblings -in-law who give me so much joy and love everyday just by knowing that they have my back anytime! Also, I have many inlaws in CA who are great people and LOVE me! Unfortunately, there is one person who never loved me and does not to this day - who would rather see me and my family homeless and destitute than reach out a hand to help. My mother, Mommy Dearest.....I expect nothing and I get nothing. She is barren of emotion and love. I hope she is better to those in her life now than she ever WAS TO ME...Of course I'll never know because I probably won't speak to her again - I can only ask the Goddess to shower her with Positive Vibes and that maybe when we meet on the other side, we will come together again. In closing, I just want to thank my In-Laws,EVERY one of them, you helped me heal, you taught me about love and family...thank you! And my dad, stepmom and sister who never gave up on me...through everything.and STILL love me. And my Wee Witch for opening the door to let love in, and last by by no means least, my Papa Witch, my love, my eternal, my everything - the gifts you have given to me - unconditional love, esteem, patience - could never be repaid. I also thank my mother - for showing me emptyiness, loathing and hatred - I WILL NEVER FORGET! Myspace Graphics

Witchy Jenn vs. The Mass Marketing Giant That is Our Country

Ok - I am going to let you all in on a secret.......Mama Witch is NOT perfect. Ok, I'll give you a minute to reel from your shock (humming the Jeopardy theme).....done yet? Good. You see, I suffer from Spenditis. It is a fairly common condition but, unfortunately, Mam Witch has a rare version - Mama Witch's case is EXTREME! So...Mama Witch is going on strike against the Mass marketing Conglomerates of American Society - Fight the MAN! Rage Against The Machine! Ok...seriously, I have to stop my spending ways...I am going on a shopping diet. It sucks - cold turkey, no last hurrah - just GO! But...I am determined. You see, The Witches were in bankruptcy court last year and were just completely bailed out of another BAD situation not BECAUSE of spending but sort of in a round about way.....let's say, the situation could have been handeled better if our finances had been handeled better. So, today begins shopping diet day one - I am proud to say that the ONLY non-essential purchase made today was $2 worth of freeze pops. Doing good so far........I know I am new to this but damn it, I am determined - and so is Papa Witch! He has taken away my plastic (pardon me *sniffle*, I need a moment *sniffle*, WAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH) - ahem - ok, just needed to sneeze - yeah, that's it...and is limiting me to one "fun" store per month (will eventually increase to twice once we are better of financially) with a limit not to exceed $5! I am not able to shop unsupervised AND I am required to show reciepts if I do happen to have money on me. THIS SUCKS! Can I go to jail instead? I am very social and I'm sure I'd make friends quickly....I know, I have to do this. I have to do this because I am out of control, I have to do this because my poor choices and bad judgements have hurt our family (immediate and extended) and I have to prove that I am better than this. I plan to restart counselling in addition to taking my meds. and really want to make this work! I guess I have always associated money and things with happiness and an elevated status. The bottom line, it's NOT happy to be in bankruptcy court, it's NOT happy to BEG creditors every month for extensions, it's NOT happy to have to go to family for money, in fact it is miserable, degrating and sad because - it is preventable! So hear and now I commit to myself to change my ways! I'll post updates often. If anyone reading this has been hurt by this situation - I apologize sincerely. And that is NO joke. Myspace Graphics

If you are a Frequent reader of this Blog...PLEASE READ!

The Intent of This Blog: To relay a) the happenings of our family, b) for the opinions of the Witch family c) our own enjoyment -well, Mama Witches mostly. It is an "open book" format - you are gonna hear like it is according to this Mama! What This Blog Is: A diary of sorts for Us Witches, a place to come and vent and celebrate all of Life's happenings. It is private and, as far as I know, has not become a mandatory read by the US Supreme Court (although it should!) - ergo, if the contents wherein offend or are just "too outta here" for you, feel free to not read any further. We don't mind..... What This Blog Is Not: A place for hate, a forum for anger and annimosity nor a terrorist hiding spot. However, opinions are welcome and I do enjoy a good, educated debate so PLEASE feel free to drop me a line to debate ANYTHING written - again, that is a debate, not a bitch out session.... Contributors to This Blog: Us Witches 3, of course - ALL of us! In fact, Papa Witche's review of Red Robbin is soon to come.....Don't miss that! So, that's it....I hope you'll stay on and have a good read but if not, Merry Part and Merry Meet Again )0( Myspace Graphics

Happy 101st Blog to US! This calls for more OPINIONS!

101 posts for Us Witches 3.....WOW! In honor, I will have some cookies tonight - what the hell, I was going to anyway but now I have a reason ;) Maybe the calories won't count. Anyway, today was Hell Day here at the Witch Family Home and those closest to us know why. Hey, Mama Witch is a pretty open gal but....some things are best left under wraps. Anyway, just know that these Witches have learned a life lesson and are going to do some major fixing upping on some issues - there, 'nuff said! Did anyone waste their time listening to "G Dubya" (the President) spew forth more lies and deciet to the American public? I sure as hell didn't! I see all he has done for us everytime we go to a gas station, buy groceries, pay taxes or have to hear a heart wrenching story of someone burying their brave loved one coming home from the Middle East in a coffin. Let's get this scumbag out of office, deport HIM (to make room for all of the illegal aliens he is so happy to lay down the welcome mat for), bring our troops back home and get some positive things going on around here. Let's NOT give multi-jillion dollar corporations and those with insane personal wealth MORE money to buy ANOTHER Bentley and GET A DEMOCRAT IN OFFICE! Let's get the ball rolling on health care for EVERYONE, let's stop this disgusting display of church politicking and give EVERY child of EVERY faith an equal education - no faith based initiatives for religious schools! That is a luxury not a necessity - you want it, pay for it! Let's get a wheel of respect turning for every person of every walk of life, of every faith (or of none at all) and stop this corporate driven, money hungry conservative bullshit! So now that I have calmly expressed my views...ahem....I have some amazing news! My dear friend Trish (she lives in Santa Barbara, CA) is comming to the area to see me in June! I cannot wait. She is an amazing woman and a very dear friend. She is witty, caring and has taught me almost everything I know about herbs and tinctures. Jim and I had debated the possibility (if the finances are agreeable) of spending a night or two at a B&B in Lillydale - I know a lot of people who have shops and live there so I could get us a great deal - so Trish would join us! I am so stoked for this! I have so many things planned - having her sample Buffalo Wings (can you believe she has never had one??????? Isn't that a crime?), see the Falls, head down to Elmwood....Anyone else think of a good idea, let me know! Also, my friend Lisa (one of my Spiritual Advisors) is planning a day treip up here this summer w/her English Bulldog, 13 year old Nigel....that'll be a blast! Of course, Jim could not care less - he only wants to see Nigel ;) I'm pretty stoked about that, too! Well, I have a meditation tape that just stopped on so, I am going to switch it over and head on to my next post....See ya in a few! Myspace Graphics

The Republicans and their Moronic Ideas and the Dems. who support them....

Sounds like a catchy movie title, huh? Unfortunately, it isn't. It's our government. Recently, a new "economic stimulus" package was announced. This is partially necessary due to greedy lenders and their "brilliant" sub-prime lending scheme (and yes, it WAS a scheme....like it or not) which is now seeing good, hardworking investors loose money and families loosing their homes! With recent quarterly findings from some of the major brokers - the picture is bleak and that "r" word has begun to float around again! So, our GOP - known for their wonderfully biased, anti-lower middle class dealings - concocted this economic stimulus idea. The long and short is that anyone currently paying taxes will recieve a check (in addition to our normal tax refunds) in the amount of $300 - $1600 with the hopes that people will go out and BUY! Gotta love the morality of it all....GREAT! Says a lot of people...free money - sure I'll spend it, no complaints here....BUT WAIT! This is NOT free money first of all, this is YOUR tax money that the government is giving you to spend - how kind. That is akin to me taking something from your home, wrapping it up and giving it to you as a gift. Secondly, remember, Republicans (and ecspecially this ass monkey we call Mr President now) is vested in big business and those who are of the upper eschelon. Count on them getting those bigger checks hecause, after all, it makes perfect sense that my father, for example (making a decent six figure income) is in much more need than us who make five figure incomes and actually NEED the money! And...I didn't even make that example up - he did! YAY Dad! By the way, Mama Witch's Dad is a die hard Dem. - you diss Hillary in his prescence - too bad for you! And the third thing that is so genious about this plan - it comes at the cost of medicade, food stamps, Social Security and other programs that families depend upon to survive - the poor, the elderly.....Thanks, Nancy Pelosi, I'm sure your CA constituents think that was a great bargain - a one time $300 check or an increase in their monthly food allotment, you made the wrong damn choice! And she was considering running for senator here at one point? HA! Now, granted, Hillary has not done a TON for our neck of the woods BUT she has done well for our education system and healthcare (still in need of some work but, better off than we were just a few years back) in NYS so props to that! At least I have the comfort of knowing that my daughter's IEP educational needs WILL be met and that SSI check WILL come and her Medicade WILL pay for her life saving treatments - something a $300 check could not accomplish! As an aside, I encourage all of you - educate yourself, know the candidates running for office, formualte questions that you want answered and research (based on public records of how they have voted in the past) the answers you are likely to recieve - not the "politcal jargon" floating around now...I am a registered Independent and have not made up my mind as to who my vote will belong to - BUT be sure I will let all of you know know when I do :) And yes, Dad, I know...if I don't vote for Hillary you aren't speaking to me anymore -LOL Myspace Graphics

Playing Catch up.....

Just a few things I have to catch up on before they escape my clutter filled mind....I swear, this organization plan of mine is going to kick in VERY soon! Ashley had her IVIG the other day and thankfully all went well - she is still complaining about her mediport being in pain for a few days afterwards so I am going to request an x-ray but, the doc. is confident it may be some internal bruising from a) the length of time she has the port and b) that it may be getting too small for her growing body - we'll have to see if a replacement is necessary. Other than that all is well - Ashley was a excited by a recent clearnce toy I found at Toys R Us called Shining Stars....they are stuffed animals with little stars sewn to the bottom of their feet and come with a site that you go to and actually name your OWN star (a real one, in the sky) with the international star registery! It's really very cute. The one I found is great - it's a black cat which looks very similar to the cat in the Pagan magazine that her and I read for each Sabbat based on the characters Pooka (cat) and Elsie (a little girl)....this issue has a grat candle making project for Imbolc which I am hoping to get completed! Jim's overnight was uneventful other than the usual tiredness the next day...he is really good about bouncing back though! Today we went to a psychic fair and met up with one of my best girlfriends, Denise and had fun - found some interesting little things.....I love these fairs because you purchase right from companies/vendors so you pay about 1/2 the cost of what you would pay in a store for a lot of things! For example, I found a CD of Wiccan chants (I have searched far and wide for chants as opposed to meditations..) and was thrilled to find a beautiful one for $10! Word to wise, though - only go with what you want to spend - too easy to go overboard! Not sure if I will go to the next one in Feb. because I am going to a woman's retreat w/Denise on April 12th and the Mind-Body-Spirit Expo is April 5th so probably not - OMG, Mama Witch showing good use of $$$$! A Blessing from the Mother :) Tomorrow is more cleaning and homework with Ash - a chill day while Jim works 3-11, Monday will be rather busy! I am hoping to read some more of this wonderful new book I found at a used book sale called Remedies from the Country Doctor - it is great! Very simple, generic cures for everyday things...I love that in stark contrast to this pill popping society we live in. For example, say you have a stomach flu or are throwing up.....well, you could go to the store and buy electrolyte solution (which is good if you have been continually vcomiting for over 24 hours....) but say this is just more of a bug - take a liter bottle (so 1/2 of a 2-Ltr of a Pepsi bottle) and mix w/a tsp. of salt and 8 tsp. of sugar. Mix thoroughly and serve cool - NOT cold! See? Brilliant! Mama Witch loves home remedies...another is to place warmed nutmeg on your mid abd.! I love it...off to read... Myspace Graphics

Update on Wee Witches health............

Ashley had her Endocrine apt. and an apt. with the Cornea specialist this morning. Her endocrine apt. went well - she is still below the 5th percentile for her height but is about 50-60% for her weight so that is GREAT - she used to be off the charts LOW on both! Her cornea apt. didn't go so well - the cornea damage has not gotten worse which is a good thing (and it will never get better or go away, we know that) but the "lazy eye" part is a little worse which is why she is so fatigued and having such a hard time at school when things are written in smaller type - her eye gets mixed signals causing headaches, dizziness, etc.. Unfortunately, there is nothing they can do - just keep an eye on things and if they get REALLY bad, discuss an cornea transplant but, there are so many risks involved with her other health issues....*sigh* Myspace Graphics

Sorry for the typos and weird marking..........

I copied the previous posts from emails so they translated funky and I am typing w/out my glasses on so if things look odd that would be why! Myspace Graphics

Weekend!

I had a great weekend planned!!!!!!!? We had tickets for a Buffalo Bandits Lacrosee game (at the Harbor Club which is the "premiere section, restaurant/seats in the arena) from the the hospital DH works at?for the staff and their family.? The new CEO who took over the hospital is very much into balancing work and family and I have to say that there have been many nice little perks for EVERYONE since he started.?? Then Sunday we had some errands and a big dinner at Jim's grandparent's house - 11 people!!!?So, Sat., we are getting ready for the game when dishwasher decided to act goofy and all of our "clean" dishes were encrusted with crusty, black stuff.? It wasn't food particles, it looked like black bits of some kind of coating!? I was so upset but, I figured that it was too late in the evening (6pm) to deal with it and we had to get going.? So DH showered and then Ash took her bath, which she does alone other than me washing her hair for her.? Well, when I asked her to get out so I could get in, she let up the stopper and one of my little face wash bottles went right down the drain!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It stopped up the whole flow of water!? So I tried plunging and all different tools and NOTHING!? Well, I didn't want the tickets to go to waste and Ash was so excited about going so I told DH to just take her (well...I didn't say it that nicely or quietly) and set about playing plumber.? I ended up getting the bottle out of the drain so it is still in there but straight upright so the water just goes down AROUND it....I know I am going to have to get someone for the maintenance dept. here but, they are so assinine about things.....So, I missed out on that!?Sunday was a lot nicer but, Jim's Grandpa was having one of his "days" (he is in the early stages of altzheimers) and was just making things very difficult for everyone - first, he started in on us about our religion and why Ashley does not know the sign of the cross and the dinner blessing then? he was on to critisizing Jim's brother and his girlfriend for bringing their dog over - whom he normal loves, she is a 2 yr. old Toy Fox Terrier.? Then it was onto my sister in law and her poor boyfriend who I felt so bad for as it was his first time with the family and he was very nice....he just had a few too many piercings for Jim's grandpa.? Finally my poor MIL had to get him under control.....Oy Vey!? So it was an adventure for sure but, we survived!?Today Ashley has an eye apt. and tons of homework for Tues. return to school....?So, that was my weekend.? Interesting if nothing else :)?Blessings, )0(? Jenn

For all of you smokers - please read this!

On Sunday, Jan. 20th, my husband Jim was 3 years "clean" of his smoking habit! I am so very proud of him.....SO, every anniversary, I feel compelled to share his journey in the hopes that SOMEONE else will be inspired to quit, too!On January 20th, 2005 our daughter was in Children's hospital after complications from her Autoummune Hemolytic Anemia. She had been in the ICU, recieved a blood transfusion, was on multiple meds. and drips....it was a scary time for all of us! On that morning, her hemotologist had informed us that we should be prepared to stay for AWHILE as the steroids they were treating her with for the anemia were killing her immune system and she needed close monitoring. Having been in the hospital for 5 days before hand, we had somethings with us but not enough for a lengthly, pretty much room-bound stay. So, Jim went back to our apartment to get her then brand new Dora house to play with and some things for us. While hastily packing and getting everything ready to trek back to CHildren's Hos. - he "twisted" funny and felt a "pull". Ignoring it in a hurry to return to Ash and I, he loaded up the car and headed back. As he was driving her began to fell this "pull" in his upper pectoral area spred and get worse - much worse. He opened the window and lit a cigarette to try and distract himself from the increasing pain - and difficulty breathing! Thinking he had just oiver exerted a bit - he continued the 25 minute drive to Children's in increasing pain and with barely enough oxygen to fully inhale. It's a miracle he got there!!!!! When he got back up to the room - he had no suitcases with him - he said he had had to leave them downstairs as he couldn't carry them and could barely breathe. Not knowing what had transpired at home, I thought he was just out of breath and went to go retrieve our stuff - in the mean time - the nurse taking care of Ashley had seen him and called a "Respiratory STAT"! He could barely breathe! The doctors and nurses escorted him to the ER w/me and Sister Brenda (a lovely woman!) close by....another nurse stayed w/Ashley until my mom got there. Down in the ER of CHildren's they thought they were treating a heart attack and stabilized him. But, he was still in extreme pain so, after I asked them to call my mother in law, they ambulanced him to Buff. General (where we works) - I had to stay w/Ashley..I was so scared and shaken and crying uncontrollably - I thought I would never see my husband again. Many hours later, my mother in law (and father in law were with my husband) called me to tell me that he did not have a heart attack - PHEW! - he had a pneumothorax -a collapsed lung and would need emergency surgery the next day!!!!!!!!! I damn near collapsed! I spent the night with the phone in my hand, curled up on my cot at Children's with Ash (she couldn't be alone) draped in Jim's coat sobbing! I got to see him the next day before his surgery (and before getting abck to Ash because, again SHE was also being treated and needed a parent there!) and we said our I Love You's...and our Goodbyes.....Then my mother in law took me back to Children's and I honestly don't know how I made it - thank Goddess for her strength! Anyway, to wrap this up - during the pre-op work up they discovered that my husband's pneumo. was due to something called Bleb disease -the early stage of emphazeyma - From 12 years of smoking! He also had this disease in the other lung so from Jan. 21 - March 18th my husband had both lungs operated on. He was warned to quit smoking or develop emphazeyma, COPD, lung cancer and die before he hit 40! So - he quit w/the aide of Zyban. It was hard, it was physically painful, he had anxiety issues, he had sweats,he had headaches, he had shakes he vomited but - it subsided and HE QUIT! And has never gone back! He chose life over death! But - the story doesn't end there........he is left w/ 6 inch scars from the surgeries and chest tubes, he has to take many pain pills just to function and will always live with chronic neuropathic pain! He is also on an antideppresent because of it all. So, you see, he is STILL affected - 3 years later!I hope that by sharing this just one of you forwards this to a friend who smokes or, if you smoke, are compelled to quit! It's not easy - it's hard work! But, my husband would have done that work if given the choice between what he went through and quitting beforehand....Please, please, please - quit smoking! Chose to live, chose health for your body, chose to NOT put yourself and loved ones in the position we were in 3 years ago. Many Blessings to you for Love and HEALTH! Thanks for reading this..... Myspace Graphics

Update on Us Witches.........

Today is so freakin cold here in the B-Lo...and we are going to be downtown in a few hours for a Buffalo Bandits Lacrosse game. The hospital is hosting a party at the "Harbor Club" which is a restaurant on the second floor of the HSBC arena where they will have dinner and we'll have private seating so we can go back and forth between the restaurant and the seats to see the game - and the best - IT'S ALL FREE! Can't beat that! I figured it would be nice because we can go back and forth between the seats and the restaurant if Ashley gets bored but, she does tend to do really well at events. Jim worked overnight last night which is always rough to transition from but at least he has today and tommorow to recoup....Tommorow is family dinner at Grandma and Grandpa's house! We have a busy week ahead...Ashley has her IVIG on Friday, I have my shrink apt. (ugh) and just the daily grind....STILL trying to get ahead of the housework which is forever a thorn in my side! I have seriously considered calling one of those "clean my house" shows but that usually involves getting rid of things which I have become not so great at....I WILL do it but I can't be FORCED to do it, you know? What can I say, pure Taurean....Nothing really exciting to report at the moment, just felt like updating.....Blessings to all! Myspace Graphics

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An early day........

Soooo - the last time I left youI had had "one of THOSE days"...well, the weekend went a bit smoother - Of course, nothing much got accomplished in the way of things I wanted to get accomplished BUT, none the less, no complaints either! Wee Witch went to the doctor (1/11) after complaining of some knee pains at school and home which turned out to be a bit of inflammation but nothing more - she has her ice pack and and that is really all her PMD recommended to - we are always concerned because she has been on steroids going on FIVE years but, that did not seem the likely culprit - Thank you Godess! She also had some cold symptoms but, don't we ALL right now? Yesterday she ended up with "math test-itis", a very serious condition in which a child DOES NOT WANT TO TAKE their math test! Despite the continual persuation of Jim, me, her teacher, aide and school nurse - Ashley decided her eyes just hurt too much and she needed to go home. In fairness, she did have us close her blinds and keep the TV off and she did rest for almost 3 hours after school so something must have been bothering her but, in light of everything going on w/the school - it makes us nervous when she misses a day then is gone for half a day the following! Today she seemed ok so we'll see how things go - to be honest I have quite a sinking feeling;she didn't do very well on the practice test and I am curious if that is because she COULDN'T or WOULDN'T do the work...with her it is hard to tell! We'll see how the big test goes today! Well, it is snowing and miserable here (even by Bflo. standards) - good day to stay in and get some cleaning done...AND I WILL! By GOLLY I WILL :)

Mama Witch - misses Wee Witch's bus and other nightmares and mishaps of the day!

OK, so let me color the day for you.....I got almost zero sleep so naturally had I had every intention of catching some zzzs when Ash went to school. BUT, after calling the bank to find out that Jim's paycheck was for far less than we had thought but still managing to make all of our financial obligations and having enough to eat and live (whew) NOT TO MENTION the large coffee I was drinking as I chit chatted w/my MIL - sleep eluded me. So, after spending two hours!!! cleaning, sorting and separating toys in my attempt to get things in order (STILL A WORK IN PROGRESS) I spent a few minutes with Jim before he left for work. I THEN started to feel sleepy but knew I couldn't sleep because I had Wee Witch to pick up in an hour. So I finished some tidying and threw in some laundry and was about to shower when the school nurse called to give me the heads up that a child in the school had MRSA and that Ashley had not necessarily been exposed but we all know about "community associated MRSA" so we would take extra precautions and that she was complaining of knee pain and walking funny and that her mediport looked fine (as I had asked her to take a look) and before I knew it, the clock said 3:27 - I am usually out the door by 3:20!! So, I grabbed my keys made a mad dash to the bus stop long enough to see the bus pull away! Of course I didn't bother to grab my cell phone on the way so I dashed home to call Jim in time for my dear, WONDERFUL Mother in Law call and say she had gotten a call from the school and was on her way to get Ashley - sparing Jim issues at work by having to leave early!!!! So, I grabbed my book and waited downstairs to sincerely THANK PROFUSELY my mother and father in law (and get some great Gizmo kisses!) and get yelled at by a mad Wee Witch. So, now I am so far beyond tired it's not funny but I have more laundry to do and dishes to load and unload and homework w/ Ashley, etc...No rest for the BEYOND weary today! I swaer, by the graces of the Mother, one day my life will NOT be a ball of craziness..... Myspace Graphics

Everything you ever wanted to know about Mama Witch!

My Whole Life Your arrival... Whats your Dads name? RichardWhats your Moms name? JoyceWhat is your name? JenniferWhere were you born? Columbia Hospital for WomenWhat location? Washington, DCAt what time? 9:18pmWhat was the date? Tuesday, 4/21/1981What were your measurements? 7 pounds, 10 oz, 21 inchesAny complications? Nope - I was "eerily quiet"Do you have any siblings? Half brother Josh and Half sister CatherineIf so, name and age... See aboveWhere did you live? Annandale, Va, Lovettsville, VA, B-LO, NY, Leesburg, VA, Hamburg NY, B-Lo, NY (over my entire life...)What location? See aboveWhat was your first word? BallWhat was your favorite toy? My walkerDid you eye color change as you grew older? Nope - always blueThe Day-Care Days... Where did you go to daycare at? No day care, nursery school at the Lovettsville (VA) Community Center when I was 3Who were your first friends? Michael, Paul, Sarah, LoriDid you ever get yelled at? YepWhat was your favorite kiddie food? Mac-n-CheeseWere you a mommys or daddys kid? Mom'sElementary school... Blasdell Elementary (B-Lo, NY)Who were your first best friends? Erin, Kate, JonWhat did you excell in? Reading and English, as alwaysWhat did you plain out suck in doing? MATH - still do! And art class...Were you the teachers pet? In elementary and middle schoolAny specific memories of those early days? A fewDid you have a favorite lunch? PIZZA day!Whole or chocolate milk? ChocolateWho ended up continually being your best friend? None of them...sad ;(Did you eventually excell in different subjects? Not reallyDid you still suck at those earlier mentioned subjects? STILL DO!Did you take art projects home for you Mom? AlwaysEver have a secret admirer on Valentines Day? No...WAAAAHHHHWhat did you usually do during recess? Swings!Did you ever fail, or be held back a year? Nope - I was in the gifted prog. in first grade!Ever have a kiddie boy/girl friend? Sure - ScottDid you play truth or dare? Middle SchoolDid you ever play spin the bottle? In Middle SchoolWho was your 1st kiss? BrianWhat was your nickname? JennyDid you have enemies? YepHere comes high school... Where did you attend high school? Frontier Highschool....Who were your continual best friends? Jenn, Bill, Brooke, more..Did you have a new favorite lunch? TACO Pizza - me and Jenn F.What teacher did you hate? Mr. Witt - DICKHEAD!What teacher was pretty cool? It's so sad - he is no a convicted pedophileEver cry yourself out of trouble? Yep - swimming in gym classWere you ever picked on? SureDid you buy or bring your lunch? Buy mostlyDid you have any restaurants in your cafeteria? I wish....Was ever a parent-teacher meeting assigned? NopeDid you fail any classes? Math and BioDid you ever get detention? For what? Reg. Detention and Extended - smoking mostlyDid you ever have in school suspension? For what? NopeDid you ever have out of school suspension? For what? NopeDid you ever get expelled? What the heck for? NopeDid you graduate from high school? Or currently attending? Class of 1999Who were your best friends throughout? Already answeredWhat high school stereotype were you? "Freak"Have you ever been arrested? For what? NoHave you ever had a ride in an ambulance? With my daughterDid you take swimming classes? Nope...se aboveWho was your first girl/boy friend? In highschool, Gary - lost my virginity to him frshmen yr.When did you lose your viriginity? Freshmen yr. - age 14When did you first have sex? Gary's house, I was 14 he was 16 - not much to tell...Did you ever go to dances, formals, proms? Proms - they sucked!Who was part of your crew? All my "freaks"!Any field trips in HS? An old folks home, an art gallery, donwtown Bflo., a hospital....Did you sleep a lot during class? Math, yesHow often did you go to the nurse? Not alot - bitch!Ever get caught cheating? Nope ;)Ever destroy any of school property? Probably...Do you smoke? I did then - Marb MentholDo you get high? A few timesEver get drunk? A few timesWhat was your first drink of alcohol? Fuzzy navel at a friend's sister's weddingGraduate! Whats happening! Ever participate in a bonfire? NoGo to parties? YesGo to clubs? NoWho are you most keeping in touch with after your graduation? Bill and JennPlan on going to college/institute of sort? Maybe one dayCan you drive? Yes - since 1998Any things against you-- DUI, etc.? NopeEver get in a car accident? NopeDo you have any mental illnesses? OCD and GADDo you have any physical disabilities? Being fatDo you still live at home? Nope - not since '00Are you an introvert? NoOr, are you an extrovert? Yep!Have you ever been thrown out of your parents house? Yes - when i was pg. w/Ashley!Ever get caught doing drugs by a parent/relative? NoEver get caught having sex by anyone? Almost by mom....Do you have any pets? NoCan you play an instrument? Used to play clarinet and guitarDo you have any other talents? Angel Card readings...Who are your current best friends? Jim, Bill, Denise, JennWhere do you typically go on vacation? Nowhere in awhileWhere do you want to live? VAAny foreign traveling? I'd love to see the OrientWhat ethnicity are you? Jew and PolishDo you fit into any stereotype? I don't think soWhat section of stores do you most shop in? Thrift storesHave you ever delt drugs? NO!Ever sold anything you really loved just because you were broke? NoWhat is your most prized possesion? Pictures...and my amuletDo you have a favorite relative? Who? My mother in law - she is amazingly courageaous!Has their been any recent deaths in your family? No - knock on woodDo you work? 24/7 at home...I am the CEO!If so, what is your position & where? See aboveDid you ever get fired? From where? NopeDid you ever quit? From where? Nope - I left jobs but always gave noticeDo you lie on applications? Fudge a bit...When was your last doctors appointment? A few weeks agoWhat for? Med. checkAny in the future? YepDo you live in a house, apartment, dorm, mobile home? Apt. Bldg.Your perfect mate... I am married toAre you straight, bisexual, or gay? StraightAre you bicurious? No reason to be...been there...Do you have a current lover? HusbandWhats their name? JimAre you really in love? REALLY!Is it just for the sex? No - HAAre you promiscuous? NODo you have any kids? 1Who was the last person you broke up with? Joe - in 1999Does your family approve of your current (or previous) ...lovers? Current only!Where do you go grocery shopping? Save A LotWhere do you go clothes shopping? Thrift StoresWhere else do you like to shop? Borders Books, Strange BrewWhat beer is your favorite? LabbattWhat wine is your favorite? RedWhat about champagne? NoneDo you have a favorite liquor? TequilaDo you have a favorite mixed drink? White russianHow much are you willing to pay for a descent, in-style T-shirt? I wouldn'tHow much are you willing to pay for a descent pair of jeans? I wouldn'tWhat about descent pair of sneakers? $20-$30Do you consider yourself broke? YepDo you still play board games? I love toDo you still play video games? PSP and Game BoyHave you ever... Been drunk in public? YesBeen stoned in public? YesParticipated in an orgy? NoParticipated in a threesome? AlmostStole something? YesKilled anything? BugsInjured someone? Not on purpose!Really hurt someones feelings? Not on purpose...Been on the news? No :(Been a piracy warrior? NoBeen in a band? NoBeen a mentor or tutor? NoBroken any bones? Sprained an ankleBeen hospitalized? When i gave birthHad surgery? No - knock on woodLaughed at someone who was different, etc.? NEVER!Ever been identified as a racist? NO!!!!!Ate something and immediately puked in back up? Nope - not immediatelyHad hangovers? Oh yeahWet yourself? Not in a long timeHad a crush? SureBeen boy crazy? YepLived through suicidal attempts? NoLost any bestfriends? YesGotten in trouble with the police? Once...long story - no arrestsBeen to a Grateful Dead concert? No :(Almost died? We have all died many timesOverdosed on anything? NopeBeen spooked out of a house? No!Tell us your favorite... Meal? BreakfastSnack? ChipsFast food? BKForm of alcohol? BeerFavorite soft drink? PepsiPizza topping? OnionForeign food? Chinese - Lo MeinIce cream flavor? NoneColor? Green, blue, silver, blackVehicle of all time? VW BusSong? The Cure - Love SongArtisit? Enya and EvanescenseMusician? See aboveBand/Singer? See aboveInstrument? Guitar, flute, drumsStyle house? FarmhouseDrug? XanaxBook? MANY - 1984 and On the BEACH....Magazine? Circle Network newsSection of Newspaper? EntertainmentTeacher? Can't say....Mentor? ManyActor? Denzel WashingtonActress? Michelle RodriquezComedian? Ralphie MayComedienne? Mo'NiqueRelative? MIL and husbandAnimal? ElephantsPet? Cat (altho I do love dogs...)State? NY and VACountry? JapanTown/City? Leesburg, VALogo? NoneCommercial? "We are The Champions" Viagra commercialTV show? SVU and Rob & BigLate-night show? InfomercialsTalk-show? None! An occasional Dr. Phil...Reruns? Married w/Children and Golden GirlsSeason? FallDay of the week? Thur.Time of the day? NightPasstime? Reading, writing, meditation, Yoga, emailingSport? NoneTeam? NonePlayer? David BeckhamForm of transportation? CarSubject? SpiritualityControversial issue? Constitutional rightsPresident? Bill ClintonCelebrity? I like ANgelina Jolie's altruistic apiritCD/Album? Big Ones by AerosmithHmm... Democrat or Republican? Ind.Pro-Choice or Pro-Life? ChoiceFor or against Same-Sex marriage? FOR!What do you think about the transgender community? A-OK!What about tattoos? FineWhat about piercings? FineDo you own a car? Yes, a HyundaiDo you have your own place? RentDo you have any kids, if so- what are their names? AshleyWhat would you like to physically change about yourself? NothingDo you hate any of your family/relatives? NoWho do you most missed that died? Neil - Michelle's little boy....Would you ever change your name? To what? Zipporah, the name I was supposed to haveDo you have any funny, memorable stories? PLENTY!Do you have any awful, unforgetable stories? Sure doYour current looks... Goth-sort ofHair color? BlackHair length? ShortHair style? MessyEye color? BlueGlasses or contacts? Reading glassesPale, Fair, Tan? FairWhat kinda build do you have? More to love!How tall are you? 5'3About how much do you weigh? I'll never tell....Are you beefy or lanky? Beefy!Do you have any piercings? Nose and earsWhat about tattoos? Not yetWhat is your dressing style? Me...Who do you have a current thing for? My husband, alwaysDo big feet really mean anything? NopeDo you like Cherries? YesWhat do you usually do when adults arent around? I am one....I'm always meWho do you wish you could erase as being a past friend? NoWould you ever kill someone to save Your mom? YesHave you ever been a victim of any sort of abuse? YesHave you any addictions? YesDo you wish you were single? NoWill you ever get married? Am, since '00Do you want a transgender, neo-hippie friend? SureWhat was the grossest thing that ever happened to you? I got crabs from a sex partner in 9th grade!What was, honestly, the sickest thing you have ever seen online? MANY things...What do you wish you could take back from playing truth/dare & spin bottle? NothingWould you ever make-out with someone of the same sex? YesWould you ever go on Fear Factor? NO!Do you have a fetish of any sort? NopeDo you have a sex toy or accessory of any sort? NopeWhere do you shop online most often? eBay Sorry it's a bit tough to read - it's from my Myspace page.....But - there you have it, all me! Myspace Graphics

Witch Family Update - and it's not a survey!

OK, so I admit - I have been a little "survey-happy" lately (you should see my Myspace...) so here is a genuine update although their isn't much. We are FINALLY falling back into our old patterns and routines which is so refreshing - we had such a busy holiday.....coming, going....I hope you had as nice a time as we did! MAMA WITCH UPDATE: I have just been busy trying to keep the Home and Hearth in check, catch up on some things - nothing thrilling. I have had to put my training w/the Sisterhood on temporary "hold" because of lack of time and $$$ but - I plan to be back to Moon 2 work by Feb! My initiation will be a bit later than I had hoped but, I feel that I have really taken the time to appreciate the Lessons of moon 1 which is better anyway. My Grove Mother says that we should be more concerned with what we absorb and learn than how quickly we finish so that is what I am doing. I also have some doc. apts. coming up so I'll be sure to keep you posted. PAPA WITCH UPDATE: Poor Papa Witch has been so very busy at work and the upcomming stress of dealing with the Union and FMLA and all that nonsense only makes things more unpleasant. The hospital he works for is a private for-profit hospital so the "bottom line" is always first and foremost. For him, this means a short handed, sometimes grumpy crew and extra running around :( He is really good about it though and much better spirited than me - I swear that man has the patience of Job when it comes to work! Yeah, he's a bear when he gets home but, we love him and respect how hard he works. He was so excited he finally got to play Halo over the holiday - see what I mean, the simple joys....he is a great husband and dad! He has his recert.for work this year which he is not looking forward to as it is all bookwork but he always scores very well :) WEE WITCH UPDATE: Wee Witch continues to be our light!!! She had quite a Holiday season but we were both impressed with how well she did and how gracious she was! She is such a good girl! Healthwise things have been going well, little bugs and things here and there but (KNOCK ON WOOD) nothing serious - YAY IVIG and Adagen and her docs.! She had her infusion yesterday and was thrilled to find 2 bags of gifts from the Buffalo Bills - including her favorite - a baby CPK doll! So generous :) She has lots of thank yous to write, for sure....Her eye sight is doing well, she has that and an Endo. apt. on 1/21 so we'll see how that goes. She is loving school and is doing amazing w/Braille! She enjoys it - I credit a lot of it to her willingness to work hard and her great vision therapist. She has also enjoyed spending time w/her friend Alex. Well, that is the news from our homefront...as always - please keep my mother in law, Rose, in your thoughts and prayers! Blessings, Love and Peace! Myspace Graphics

Mama Witch - Is Tellin' The World.....

Tell the World Take this survey How many boyfriends/girlfriends have you had? MANY What were your high school colors? I HONESTLY HAVE NO CLUE.... How do you feel about PDA? A QUICK KISS AND HUG ARE OK, ANYTHING ELSE IS RUDE AND ANNOYING! How many tickets -if any- have you gotten? NONE :) Do you like cheese? ALL KINDS! Do you play World of Warcraft? NO, SOUNDS BORING! Have you played Halo yet? NOPE, JIM LOVES IT THOUGH Do you know what the shocker is? NOOOO What is your favorite Starbucks drink? NONE! I DO NOT SUPPORT AN EVIL EMPIRE LIKE THAT! Do you like Chinese food? LOVE! Whats the most embarrassing thing you have been caught doing? HEAVY MAKE OUT W/AN EX BOY FRIEND BY MOM AS A TEEN - BUZZKILL! Do you have a secret that less than 3 people know about? YES How do you feel about alcoholic beverages and underage drinking? IF SOMEONE WANTS SOMETHING BADLY ENOUGH THEY ARE GOING TO OBTAIN IT....I THINK PARENTS AND ADULTS HAVE TO BE SMART AND AWARE AND NOT STICK THEIR HEAD UP THEIR ASS... What color are your socks? NOW, NONE ON How many hours of sleep do you personally need to function well? 8 What is your favorite store? THRIFT STORES, BORDERS Whats your favorite article of clothing? MY T-SHIRT COLLECTION Have you ever dyed your hair? I DO ALL THE TIME - BLACK What color is your car? RED Do you even have a car? YES Where do you work? CEO OF MY HOME, 24/7 Do you like it? YES, I WISH I WAS BETTER AT IT... Do you like the people you work with? USUALLY ;) Are you smart? EXTREMELY So do you work hard in school? NO, I WAS SMART ENOUGH TO HATE SCHOOL... What are you majoring in, or planning on majoring in? I'D LOVE TO MAJOR IN NURSING OR PSYCHOLOGY BUT I HAVE NO DRIVE TO GO TO COLLEGE Do you like your school? HATED MY HIGHSCHOOL! Do you collect loose change? NO, BUT ASHLEY DOES! How much money do you have saved up? MY CHECKBOOK IS IN THE NEGS. AGAIN! Do you go to church? MY RELIGION (WICCA) ALLOWS ME TO PRACTICE RIGHT AT MY ALTAR! Have you ever been a cheerleader? NO! Have you ever been on a dance team? I WISH Have you ever taken gymnastics? NO - I WAS A FAT KID Do you know how to salsa? I SOOO WISH Can you draw, paint, or sculpt? NOPE, I WRITE Are you crafty? NO :( Are you a vegetarian?NO - BUT I HAVE THE UPMOST RESPECT FOR THOSE WHO ARE.... Do you like your family as a whole? ABSOLUTELY! Do you hate school? I DID How do you feel about rude people? I FEEL BAD FOR THEM AND WONDER WHAT IS SO AWFUL IN THEIR LIFE THAT THEY WOULD TAKE IT OUT ON STRANGERS.... How do you feel about homeless people? SAD.... How do you feel about starving people? SAD... Do you do your part to contribute to society? I WISH I COULD DO MORE... Do you give to those less fortunate? I TRY TO... Do you recycle? NO BECAUSE OUR BUILDING IS TOO CHEAP TO HAVE A RECYCLING CENTER! Do you donate blood? I CAN'T AS I AM ANEMIC Do you donate anything? CLOTHING, OLD TOYS, MONEY WHEN I CAN... When and where do you donate those things? GOODWILL, CHARITIES Do you volunteer anywhere? I'D LOVE TO AT THE SPCA! How do you feel about high heels? NOT FOR US FAT WOMEN! How do you feel about the tattoos known as tramp stamps? HEY, WHATEVER MAKES PEOPLE HAPPY! How do you feel about tattoos in general? I LIKE ONES WITH A MEANING OR A THOUGHT TO THEM...NOT RANDOM NONSENSE... Do you like piercings? AGAIN, ONES WITH THOUGHT AND MEANING Which ones your favorite? NOSE, LIP, LABRET, EARS What kind of pain reliever do you take for headaches? USUALLY NOTHING BUT IF I HAVE NO CHOICE - MOTRIN How often do you get sick? LUCKILY NOT TOO OFTEN Have you ever created anything from duct tape and if so, what? NO Do you even know how many colors of duct tape they have? DO THEY HAVE A LOT???? Do you like sharpies? LOVE THEM! How do you feel about loud people in the library? OBNOXIOUS! What is your favorite holiday? SAMHAIN At Christmas, do you prefer giving or getting? A LIL OF BOTH IS NICE ;) How many hours of exercise do you get in a week? -0 What kind of exercise do you do? YOGA BUT I HAVE BAD KNEES SO IT'S HARD FOR ME... How do you feel about people that label themselves? HEY, WHATEVER WORKS BUT THEY ARE SELLING THEMSELVES SHORT Have you ever been asked to a dance? YES - AGES AGO Do you like bright colors? NOT REALLY Do you like dark colors? YES Do you like pastel colors? NO! Whats your favorite kind of candy? M&M'S Is there anyone you dont like? NOPE Is there anyone you are holding a grudge against? NOPE Is there anyone holding a grudge against you? DON'T KNOW..I HOPE NOT Are you a bad person? I TRY NOT TO BE... Do you hate or love life? LOVE! Do you take advantage of everyday? TRY TO... Do you treat others as you would like to be treated? ALWAYS! Do you have morals? YES! If you were 12 and you could see yourself now, would you be dissappointed? SHOCKED! Do you like Paris Hilton? I DON'T KNOW HER SO I CAN'T SAY BUT..I WOULD NOT BEFRIEND HER Do you like Nicole Richie? SEE ABOVE Do you like Tom Cruise? HE'S ONE ODD DUCK BUT, SEE ABOVE Myspace Graphics

Mama Witch's Political POV......

Are you over 18? Yes How many years have you voted? For Gore in 2000 and Kerry in 2004(although my first choice was Weseley Clark) Are you over 21? Yes What is your registered political party? Yes - Independent What is your familys? Mom - Republican, Dad - Democrat, Husband - Ind. like me What year did you register to vote? 1999 - when I turned 18, it was part of a school project What did you register as? An Independent Would you vote for someone that was of a different political party? Hence being an Independent BUT I really do not see myself ever voting for a Republican - ecspecially after this hick fucked up our country! Did you vote in the 2000 election? I did Who did you vote for? Gore Did you vote in the 2004 election? Kerry - by default... Who did you vote for? See above Would your opinions ever change? I usually do my homework and research well Have they changed? Not really Are they different than your parents? VERY different than mom, not so different from dad Political and Opinion Background What was your moms political party? Republican What was your dads political party? Democrat Is that yours? Neither What do you agree with them on? Mom - NOTHING! Dad - Several issues What dont you agree with them on? Mom - Everything! Dad - A few issues Are you still in contact? With both What was your familys religion? Mom - Catholic Dad - Jewish Did both of your parents share that? Yes Did you follow it when you were young? Nope Until what age? Never Do you follow that now? HELL NO! I am Wiccan....since I was 16! Issues: Abuse in Men and Women Should the woman be dominant? Abuse is abuse, man or woman and BOTH should be prosecuted and punished equally Should the man or the woman be dominant? See above Is it a dangerous world for women? Not if they are smart! Is it more dangerous for men or women? You have to be smart and not live in a naieve, Christian bubble - face the real world! The you'll be ok.. What should be the minimal punishment for rape? Life inprisonment What should be the maximum punishment for rape? Life inprisonment Have you ever been abused? No..... By Whom? Skip please How old were you? On to the next... Are you still affected by that? On we go.... Was it and/or sexual, physical, or verbal abuse? Verbal, mental, emotional..... Religion What is your current religion? Wiccan/Neo-Pagan What is a good thing about religion? We, as Wiccans, are a peace loving, accepting, nature loving foundation that teaches nothing but kindness and love toward all of Gaia's creatures. When religion affects people positively and preaches these values...it is good! What is a bad thing about religion? When it becomes exclusionary, lies, conceals, betrays, allows it's clergy to abuse children, and becomes extreme! Are you strict with your religious beliefs? Nope - that would be against my religion....we must always tolerate and accept What God (if any) do you believe in? A Mother and Father....A world birthed of the union between Mithras and Gais and born of Her womb.... Is your religion strict with sexuality? No What about homosexuality? A-OK Does a heaven like place exsist? It is our TRUE HOME Does a hell like place exsist? No, not at all... Does what you do earth affect what happens when you die? It determines wether you will choose to incarnate again to right your wrongs or even be forced to the Left Door and be FORCED to reincarnate...but no child of the Mother and Father is loved above another! General Current Issues Are you pro-choice? YES! Why or Why Not? An experience.... Has anyone you know ever had an abortion? Yes Do you still love them? Yes Do you still talk to them? Yes Would you have an abortion? Yes What is the appropriate age to have kids? There is no set age limit, each person is different and has a different path - some are not meant to have any children... Should drugs be legalized? Marijuana Why or Why Not? Because it does have medical uses, it's a natural "Xanax", which is far better than the real stuff for you, it is good for end of life care, and police forces should focus on bigger issues than a teenager with a little pot. Have you ever done drugs? Yes What drugs? Pot as a teen, now just perscription and herbal supplements and tinctures Have you ever done heroine? Hell no Do you currently do drugs? No way! Where do you get them? I don't! Do you agree that pornography harms childrens minds? Not harms, confuses. How about homosexual pornography? Same, it can be confusing to young minds and should be discussed with an adult if it is seen. Where should we draw the line for minors under 16? No person should view, distribute, or take part in pornography until they are 18 years or older. If that law is broken, the law should be strict and severe for the perpatrator. Do you look at porn? Um, no What kind of porn? NONE! What is your limit? None of it - but, if others over 18 enjoy it LEGALLY than it's fine with me Do you look at homosexual porn? No Rate Bush from 1 to 10 on his presidency recently. -100, HE SUCKS! How about in 2004? Sucked 2000? Sucked 2001? Handeled 9/11 decently... 2005? Sucked again - what about heathcare for ALL you douchebag????? If there was a bill to impeach him- would you sign it? In ALL CAPITAL LETTERS! What is a flip-flopper? Someone who is easily swayed by smut and biased news interviews....Stand for something or fall for everything! Do you listen to political TV or radio? TV Do you subscribe to any political magazines? No Do you think gays and lesbians should have to right to marriage? YES and adoption! Which ones gay or lesbians? Both Why or Why Not? They are humans and deserve the same rights as straight couples! What does it mean to be bisexual? That you are curious about sexual experiences with same sex partners or, are looking to fill a void and need both sexes in an "intimate" way..... In a way, we all have bisexual tendencies What does it mean to be bi-curious? Same thing except less willing to admit it What does it mean to be straight? That your overwhelming impulse sexually is pointed towrd the opposite sex. Is there such a thing as straight? Not completely... What does it mean to be gay? That your overwhelming sexual feelings are geared towards same sex partners What does it mean to be a lesbian? Two women who love each other in a sexual way Have you ever kissed a member of the same sex? Yes Have you ever had a sexual encounter with a member of the same sex? Kissing... Have you ever have intercourse with a member of the same sex? No What would you do if your friend came out gay? I have many gay friends, they are WONDERFUL! How about your parents? WOW - shocked but it would be fine w/me! Your partner? Again, shocked, but, he couldn't help it...I'd accept it Would you still love all of them? Sure Is being gay a sin? NO! Do you use sex toys? No Should a minor be allowed to access pronography? Not without being in the prescence of a SOUND MINDED parent or adult to help explain things and NOT as a general rule of thumb How about a sex toy? Age 18 and older ONLY What is the appropriate age for sex? I can't say, I was way too young at 14.....It depends on the person, the situation, and how prepared the person is to deal with ALL of the consequences that come with a sexual relationship List 5 fetishes you have? None!!!!!! Did you like this survey? Yes, I rather did! Please copy and repost! Myspace Graphics

10 Thoughts to Ponder for 2008!

>Subject: Ten Thoughts to Ponder for >>>>Number 10 Life is sexually transmitted.>>Number 9 Good health is merely the slowest possible rate at which one >can die.>>Number 8 Men have two emotions: Hungry and Horny. If you see him >without an erection, make him a sandwich.>>Number 7 Give a person a fish and you feed them for a day, teach a >person to use the internet and they won't bother you for weeks.>>Number 6 Some people are like a Slinky... Not really good for >anything, but you still can't help but smile when you shove them down the >stairs.>>Number 5 Health nuts are going to feel stupid someday, lying in >hospitals dying of nothing.>>Number 4 All of us could take a lesson from the weather. It pays no >attention to Criticism.>>Number 3 Why does a slight tax increase cost you $200.00 and a >substantial tax cut saves you $30.00?>>>Number 2 In the 60's, people took acid to make the world weird. Now >the world is Weird and people take Prozac to make it normal.>>>Number 1 Thought For 2008 : We know exactly where one cow with >Mad-cow-disease is located among millions and millions of cows in America >but we haven't got a clue as to where millions of illegal immigrants and >terrorists are located. Maybe we should put the Department of Agriculture >in charge of Immigration?>>" Life is like a jar of Jalapeno peppers. What you do today, might Burn >Your Ass Tomorrow" Myspace Graphics

Madonna:Frozen (I love this song!)

You only see what your eyes want to see How can life be what you want it to be You're frozen when your heart's not open You're so consumed with how much you get You waste your time with hate and regret You're frozen when your heart's not open If I could melt your heart We'd never be apart Give yourself to me You are the key Now there's no point in placing the blame And you should know I'd suffer the same If I lose you, my heart would be broken Love is a bird, she needs to fly Let all the hurt inside you die You're frozen when your heart's not open If I could melt your heart We'd never be apart Give yourself to me You are the key You only see what your eyes want to see How can life be what you want it to be You're frozen when your heart's not open If I could melt your heart We'd never be apart Give yourself to me You are the key If I could melt your heart We'd never be apart Give yourself to me You are the key If I could melt your heart For so long, this song was me... Myspace Graphics

So Obama took it home for the Dems. Hmm...

I'm not thrilled but, I am not pissed either..time to REALLY do some studying up and get ready for the upcoming debates! Some say the Iowa Cauceses don't matter and even supply supporting evidence...as for this Witch - I rely on my own evidence! I have to say that my BIG issue is healthcare reform - too many people do not have even the most basic coverage and it's not fair. A few years back there was a HUGE scandal hear in the "city of neighbors" (well, there are always scandals but this one REALLY got me) - the health coverage affoarded to those lucky enough to have state/county jobs was amply supplying things such as plastic surgery, in vitro fertilization, etc...while the average person cooking your hamburger at the restaurant or selling you a book at a bookstore couldn't affoard their co-payments for antibiotics if they were insured at all! OR WORSE - elderly people were forced to choose - heating bill or medication! This MUST be fixed and I think it's a big enough issue to Hillary that she will get it done QUICKLY! So, onto begin my research, please do the same! Do not be swayed by biased media coverage, smear campaigns or your Aunt Tilly! Myspace Graphics

Mama Witch is GLORIFIED that Mitt Romney didn't win the Iowa Caucuses and more....

I am thrilled beyond belief that Mitt Romney did not win the Iowa Caucuses as thought - I am glad that the Americans at large decided that the last thing we need is another (potentially more dangerous) Bush-like person in the White HouseAs for who I will be voting for this coming Nov. - I am just not sure - I am a registered Independant and frankly, no one has really impressed me yet. I am leaning slightly (and I re-iterate) slightly towards Hillary because, though she has not done much for Buffalo per se, she is a huge advocate of children, healthcare, and many other issues I find important. I do really like John Edwards but I like him in a neighborly sort of way...like, as in a backyard BBQ, have a beer, complain about the mosquitos kind of guy.....I just don't know I secure I am in his political aspirations AND, let's face it, his wife has a terminal illness.....how can you say that WON'T affect his Presidency if nominated? As for Barrack, he seems so...well...plastic to me. His mannerisms, his speechs, etc..all seem so "manufactured". So, the Witch family remains torn. Anyway, uneventful day...Mama Witch feels better but not great, Wee Witch had a good day at school and made the cutest picture of "Baby New Year". As for Papa Witch, still no word on the where abouts of the missing keys from yesterday so we'll see what happens - at least he had my set to use! Tah Tah for now....Oh, as an aside, please remember my Mother In Law, Rose Anne, in your prayers (no matter what your Faith may be...) - greatly appreciated! Myspace Graphics

Wee Witch is back to school! Papa Witch has a keys mishap...

Today was Miss Wee Witch's first day back after a long holiday in which she ends up getting sick the night before she was supposed to go back - yesterday! But today she seemed much better so off she went....I think we ALL need our routine back. The funniest thing (well, for me it was funny, for Papa Witch - eh,not so...). Yesterday, Papa Witch worked the 2-10 shift at work. He often uses the Valet parking because it is easier, free for him and, frankly he can be a lazy grump sometimes! Well, the Valet booth closes at 6pm so any keys/cars left in the Valet lot can handed over to the security booth at the hospital near the ER. So Papa Witch clocks out at 1opm, goes to retrieve his keys and lo and behold THEY ARE GONE! So, the security person goes to the closed Valet office to see if they were misplaced but no dice! Sooooo, poor tired DH had to fill out a stack of claim forms and decided to call Roadside Assistance to bring him a spare key just to get him home - they tell him it will be an hour before anyone gets to him! So..he had a co-worker drop him off at home instead, had his brother pick him up here and take my keys to go back and get the car! He did not end up getting home for good until almost quarter to 1am! He was so mad considering we had to be up early for the little girl we watch in the morning...oy vey! So, I had to cancel out on my get together w/some friends today in part because Ash still has a bug and my girlfriend has a 2 month old so I don't want her to get him sick by being ALL over him and I feel run down - need those coffe vibes o'plenty! So today's agenda is to finish cleaning and get our routine back! Let you tommorow if I accomplish that :) It's in the teens weather wise so it'll be nice to do indoor things! Myspace Graphics