Paul's Corner

yeah,Paul.life is unfair really often.It´s really sad.i feel sorry for that.

Heros are everyday people who do extrodinary things. These people helping others who's lives have been torn apart are heros. It saddens me when those only reaching out to help are hurt and die. I hope their friends and family take a small bit of comfort knowing their loves ones died helping others. What saddness.

Jill

Paul-thank you for the note for my daughter. She was thrilled.

Hi everyone, Paul, happy birthday to you, belated birthday tough and hope you enjoyed it with your family and friends and your mother.

Take care

Thank G-d for the heroes among us who are willing to put their lives on the line for all of us. Paul, I appreciate your sharing this and I'll keep all of the workers and their families and friends in my thoughts and prayers.

I saw an article on this tragedy in our Sunday paper this morning. It's very sad and heartbreaking to hear news like this. I will keep them and their families in my prayers.

Life is change.

Life is seasonal.

With the tragic loss of these people, and many others in the past, comes the best lessons we can learn in our lives. These people were attempting to help others. A task that may have otherwise gone unnoticed by the general population had this tragedy not happened.

Reach out to each other.
Be kind to each other.
Do not necessarily return the kindness bestowed to you, but learn from such kindness and teach it to the next person you know is in need. Spread these deeds, like a ripple in a pond produced by one action.

A Phoenix can indeed rise from the ashes.

It is fear that is the root of all evil.

And THAT is what I think about that.

Dearest Paul,

The word "Australia" or "Australian" has long had the connotation of wonderful people, with a diversified culture akin to the United States, so anything of the magnitude of the incident (that was just reported today), brings sorrow to us here in the United States, also.

We remember the calamity of 9/11 when our Australian friends sent their condolences; and when the Australian government decided to send their youth to fight in Iraq in support of Mr. Bush's folly, we were grateful for your friendship, but sure that the Australian people themselves were divided about that decision.

Shalom and Love,

Mil

Having been blessed with being born and raised a military 'brat', I know from first hand experience the fear and dread in every dependents heart when their family member is called up to serve some where far away. Your always aware that this might be the time the phone call or visit from the chaplin comes. For these nine families the worst has happened. It breaks my heart when I hear of the loss of personel. My deepest sympathies to the families and friends of these fallen hero's. My deepest thanks also go to each and every person how is now or has served in the Military. Their dedication and courage are the payment for our freedoms.

but above all...life has to keep on being hopefull,wonderful cause it´s the place we have to live in and there are many amazing things to experience in here,in this world.

isabel

Absolutely, Isabel.

We can honor those who were lost by extending kindness to someone in need and taking responsibility for something that needs to be done - no matter how great or small.

But we also need to honor and cherish ourselves and the people we love, every day.

This is a tragedy that can't be explained by any kind of philosophy or belief.

It will remain a deep tradgedy and those amongst it will be remembered as very special people.

It is nothing short of horrific when things like this happen. The thing that I always think of is the people that gave their lives, now called heroes, did what they did without much concern for their own lives. They said "well I could die, but I must help others in greater danger" it is a concept that amazes me everytime I see a soldier, police officer, firefighter anyone who risks losing everything to save others. There is no thank you that expresses their greatness. Godly spirit does live in all of us...this is surely proof.
Peace, Inn

Hi everyone,

I agree with the excerpt above. Heros are made everyday by extraordinary ordinary people. Not always kings, or presidents, or Doctors, or socialites, just everyday people like myself can be a hero. Just opening ourselves up to help people when we see their need can make us a hero to them.

The saddest thing to me is that after all is said and done the memory fades. Not to those affected but to those who felt it through a form of media. My sister in law saved a new born the other day. It was quite a task, she was alone, and just a fluke no doctor at her side etc. She's done this type of thing before. She's never written up in the paper nor is she on the 10 oclock news. She even stopped and delivered a baby on the side of the road once. She's a hero, but not a public one.

It's a shame so much of our media today reflects only on selfish motives of greedy CEO's, murderer's, moral issues that should just stay at home.

Oh well, you guys have a fantastic weekend.

My 3 boys are in Manhattan with my sister in law. They've been there since Monday and will be home tomorrow night. They've had an outstanding time. They saw "Stomp", and now my middle son has found a passion. Stage, dance. We took tap already, well he's going to start back this fall.
I'm so happy. I knew one of my kids would have all those crazy desires I've always had.

Take care everyone.

Peace and love.

Tim

You're right, Tim. Your sister-in-law is a hero and I salute her. There are a lot of unsung heroes in our world and it bothers me that the media sensationalizes certain figures while ignoring others. Unfortunately that seems to be what the public buys.
I'm disgusted by the focus on celebrity trials and certain murder trials. The public seems to glom onto these circuses as though they were personal friends of the victims. In the meantime, who mourns the kids in the slums who are cut down in their prime?

I'm glad to hear that your children are on an adventure. "Blast" is the percussion show that is similar to "Stomp". If you get a chance to see it, you'll enjoy it.

Best to all,

Diane

Trying to play catch up on the posts on the Corner...

Paul...One of life's sad mysteries is when bad things happen to good people. There is no explanation. We can only send our loving thoughts to those involved.

On a lighter note, Happy belated birthday to you, Paul! I thought of you on your day - just didn't get to the Corner to wish you the best. I did finally see I, Robot last weekend. I know I am behind. I must say you did an outstanding job as movement coordinator for the robots. Their movements and gestures were so fluid and seamless. You captured it perfectly.

Diane...Glad to read you are doing so well! What doesn't kill you makes you strong but that fine line between.

Evelyn...I am thrilled you will be in Michigan and I hope we can connect.

Michelle...I am going to be in Chicago for NeoCon June 12 or so. Don't know if you could have lunch or something. I should be there for two or three days I thinking. Let me know. Thanks.

Monika...Are you a fan of André Rieu? Tom and I get a big kick out of him. He will be in Detroit on May 8 and we have tickets.

Darling Millie...I hope you and Ellie are doing well and that Ellie has recovered from his injuries.

Mary...When do you finish your school in Ireland? Are you off for the summer?

Love to all PC'ers. Spring is here in Michigan in all its glorious beauty!

Linda

It's offical. My whole medical team agrees - the lump is scar tissue. We will, of course, keep an eye on it. The surgeon was the last to weigh in, but he agreed. Thankfully I start the breast MRI study in July, and that makes letting this all go much easier. So now I can live life and not let BC live it for me!

Jill

Dear Jill, what wonderful news! I guess the power of prayer really works! The best to you always!

Linda and Diane, it's a coincidence that you mentioned Andre Rieu and "Blast", for in my video concert this past week I played scenes from both of these programs.

I own the tape of "Blast" Diane, and used the "Malaguena" scenes, which brought great applause from the audience on the tape and from my own audience. Linda, I used the scene of Rieu in St. Petersburg, Russia, where he played a medley of lively Russian songs. The seniors love him too, but then, he appeals to people of all ages, so I'm sure you and Tom will love him more in person!

Ellie is doing better, thank you, and we have plans to go to Israel in May to see our 9 grandchildren, and now, 7 great-grandchildren.

We haven't seen this part of our family (our eldest daughter and her family) for 6 years, and we know they are excited to see us, as we are to see them, and I tease the children on the phone that we will carry a sign at the airport saying "Safta and Sabah." (Grandma and Grandpa). They claim they know what we look like from pictures that we have sent over the years.

(Maybe I should wear my "Momma" crown from "Follies". Now, THAT would cause a ruckus at the security checks.)

Tim, so happy that your children are into music and dance. What a wonderful outlet for them! Your encouragement is so vital! Just think of all the school musicals you will be invited to attend in the future! You and your wife will be so proud!

Shalom and Love,

Gran Mil

That is so sad about those people. Life is wierd sometimes. I have never visited this site before and i am very happy to see such caring people visit it. Its funny how good people find one another.

There's a heroe in everyone of us, but we don't always let him/her shine out from us or inspire our actions.

Stories like these often make me stop and think about how much I'm touched by the generous and selfless actions of other people, whom I've never met and most likely never will--they truly are heroes and I hope that their families will remember them as such and find a way to celebrate their courage and selflessness amidst the pain of loss.

Jill, I'm so VERY hapy for you and the good news you received. What a relief!!! I hope you celebrate the news utterly and blissfully. I would have and perhaps will on your behalf!

Time to go teach again.
Have a wonderful day everyone!

Jill, I was so happy to hear your good news! I wish you continued good health.

Hi Linda. I've a good bit to go before the summer holidays, but no complaints. Spring has arrived here and all is well.

Kelly, I hope things have picked up for you. Wishing you the best.

Hello to everyone in the Corner and love to each of you.

Mary

Hi All,

It's a terrible tragedy indeed. Puts a damper on the soul. It also reminds us that if there is something that we want to do in our life we need to do it today.

My best wishes to everyone!

Julie

ps. I promise my next post will be more substantial.

Hi Linda,

No, I am not a fan of André Rieu. But are you a fan of Michael Bublé ?? I love his voice !! Yesterday I found out that he will be in Amsterdam on November 20 and there are still tickets available...now I only have to find someone who'd like to go with me, because Koen doesn't like him :-(

Love to everyone !

Monika

Hello to All!

Jill, congratulations on your good news! Why is the MRI needed? Is that a follow-up exam? Best wishes to you on that as well.

This will be a busy week for me, but at least I feel as though I'm making progress on some projects. Never have enough time to read as much as I'd like.

I hope you all have a lovely week.

Diane - I'm starting a research study on breast MRI's. It's to help them determine how breast MRI's are used for diagonising breast cancer. They are such a new technology for BC that they need to study patients and learn how to better read and use them. I'll be in the study for 3 years and get a breast MRI every 6 months. It's a double benifit. I get closer monitoring and I get to help others!

Jill

Jill
That is such awesome news. The study should be very helpful and encouraging. You'll actually become a hero, just think of it.

Auntie Mil..
I missed what happened to Ellie but glad he is doing better. So glad you're going to see all your little chicks in Israel. I know you'll have a wonderful time.

Hey Paul..

I remembered something the other day. We never got those autographed posters...Cat any word on that?

Take care everyone

Peace and love.

Tim

Paul, G'day.
I managed to catch DWTS last night as I was propped up in bed in my hotel room in Mudgee.
I figured I deserved an early recline after my 3:00am start and 7 hrs on the road, taking in Newcastle on the way.

Anyhow, I just want to say that your comments to Ian Roberts (in particular, three cheers for the big man) show what a sensitive and decent person you are.
Your openness and genuineness shows that you are honest with your feelings and is humbling to all persons, including your fellow judges, I feel.
That's something that is rarely seen on TV.

Stay well.

Good health and best wishes to all at PC.

Peter (and all please forgive me if I'm WAY off base on this BUT) is Newcastle the Newcastle of Newcastle Brown Ale? My husband loves the stuff. Just curious.

Jill

Hey all,

I had a total breakdown today. But I am doing ok now. I called in sick today, whish is so not like me but.. my mother has been in the hospital with psunumonia and my father wasin for major shoulder surgery. I have burned my self out caring for them, working, taking care of my family and dealing with my health. I lost it this morning and couldnt stop crying uncontrolably. My daughter was so scared. Luckily, my husband came home as soon as I called him and he took the kids to school and came back home and just held me forever and let me cry all over him. He said he knew I had been doing too much for too many years and I have to stop. I agree. I called my mom and dad and told them I am not coming over for a few days but I got an entire schedule set up for day care for them both for a week. They understand and love me anyway. I wont see them till sunday and they are ok with that. I have to heal myself. My brothers and sisters will take up the slack because they have to now. I am done for a while. I am going to take care of myslef now. just me. not the kids or tom but just me. Tom agrees. Just me is such a scary thought. Thank goodness our kids are older and can do for themselves. Tom hasn't held me so tight for so long, it felt so good. I scared hi m I think cause I am always the rock. and the rock had crumbled. We talked about health and money and kids and how much we loved each other. We really do love each other. We taked about our bad patch recently and I feel so much better. Of course, I still can't stop crying but a few hours in the house alone today has been great.

Sorry I ahven't been here for anybody lately but I just didn't feel like I had anything to offer anyone. I will get to reading everyones posts and spreading the love, i will. Eventually. Sorry all I have done is bitch and cry, but hopefully that is all behind me now.

On a bright note. Clay has his first baseball game last night. He hit 3 doubles and nearly cleared the 325 foot fence on 2 of them. He came in as a releif pitcher and struck out both batters he threw to. He played great first base, too. It was quite a night. It was the first night I had not spent with my folks in a while. It felt good. Clay is estatic about his performance.

Paige turns 12 tommorrow, barely seams possible.
Where did all the time go????? Thanks to all that sent their best wishes, I think it helped.

Well, off to read, I bought a new bible and I am trying to read it cover to cover. It's about time I got back to basics.

Love to all,

Kelly xoxoxoxo

Hi Kelly,
perhaps it is not your time to give but to receive for a change. I sense in your post that you want to keep on giving and that's admirable, heroic, wonderful! But you can't give at the expense of yourself until you have nothing to give or even worse there's nothing left of you. Sit back and receive you deserve it and also need it!!! I am sending you a big hug, encouragement, strength, love, calm and peace and I really admire you for your guts, your dedication, your selfless love, for being the wonderful you that you are!!!

I am here for you to help you in whichever way I can and I really mean that, I'm not just saying that!

I'll keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers Love and hugs to you!
Evelyn

Oh, and happy Birthday to Page tomorrow!

Dear Kelly,

Evelyn has said it all so eloquently, but there is something I would like to add:

You remind me of that actor in the movie "Network" who yelled, "I'm mad as hell, and I'm not going to take it any more!"

Well, in many ways you implied that, and look what happened...the sky did not fall, but it got your brothers and sisters to get involved with your parents, (after all, they are their mother and father too), it brought you and your Tom close once again, and even Clay is doing what you once thought was impossible a few short months ago..he's on his way to become a champ again, just like his Mom!

Take time off, continue to enlist the help of your family, and remember that you are in our thoughts and prayers!

Shalom and Love,

Gran Mil

Kelly- cyber (((hugs))) heading your way. I'm sorry it all came to a head for you, but at some point it had to. Take care of yourself. It's okay to be selfish for awhile. Others will be fine if you do - trust me on this. TLC and prayer. Take care.

Jill

Kelly, I'm sending my love and best wishes to you. I hope this is a turning point for you and that all the good that you have given out to others comes back to you now. You deserve that so much.

Great news about Clay. I hope he continues to go from strength to strength.

Happy birthday to Paige!

Love to you and to all in PC,
Mary

hi mr.paul, i'm not writtin a message like any of the ones up there. im 16 n i live in Canada n i just read the book Exit to Eden n i'm COMPLETELY in love with it. i cant wait to see the actual movie although my parents might be offended or watnot. i just hope you did the cockroach scene because i was laughin myself silly over it. I hope you actually read this message so i don't feel so silly, n id just like to say dat after lookin at all your other films, i may become your youngest, most loyal fan! =)
carrie

it´s seems not to be so crowdy this section lately...hope you are doing fine,guys.you too,Paul,hope you are enjoying your time and family(and your wonderful work at DWTS)
lots of love from your spanish fan,
isabel

Paul,

We all watched the final episide of DTS last night.
The show was terrific.
It is refreshing to see some real people doing something fun and challenging that will also benefit others who are in need.

This show, in my mind, has helped to to re-present many genuine human qualities to a desperately hungry audience who are sick of the repeated mindlesness of shock dramas and so-called reality TV, which is usually nothing more than regurgitated and contrived crap.

DWTS showcased such qualities as humility, passion, desire, courage, supportiveness and understanding.

You yourself should be heartily congratulated for being an integral and important part of this success.

Well done, mate.
I hope there's loads more coming your way.

Jill, sory, but I've not heard of Newcastle Brown Ale.
What country is it sold in?

Peter

Peter, I live in the United States. I don't drink it, so I couldn't say if its and import or not. Anyone able to shed some light?

Jill

I think Newcastle Brown Ale is British, vague memories going back to first boyfriend who lived in Newcastle (although there is more than one Newcastle in the UK I think...)

Discovered this weekend that I actually do like Guinness Draft ... :)

Wish I could have seen DWTS, but I agree whole-heartedly with your observations Peter, based on what I have seen so far. How are you doing, Peter?

got to go sleep, long day, difficult meeting tomorrow, wishing it were behind me already.

Hello to all, oh and Kelly, how are you doing? thinking of you!

Hello Friends,

I finally figured out where to post-I got a little lost!!

Yesterday, I turned a milestone-I was able to celebrate my 37th birthday. Why a milestone.....it was my first with all three of my girls and I survived!!

I was sorry to hear about the unfortunate happenings that have been posted.

For those of you who have a time of it lately-hang in there-sometimes the blips on the screen are larger/longer but they're only blips and life will take on a different meaning.

Birthday Wishes to all who are celebrating this month!

My baby is doing better since being on the Prilosec. Unfortunately-we had a bad experience with her daycare and I had to transfer her to another "special needs" daycare. But, all in all-it's going well.

Now that I know where to go to post, I'll be back more often.

HUGS!
Abeth

hello everyone, haven't posted here lately, but ive come once in a while to the page to see how ya'll doing. I'm fine, still doing a lot of work for college, it's the end of the semester, so there are lots of things to be done and lots of tests and projects left. I hope you are all doing fine and good luck to you all in your everyday life.

I'll see ya'll some time later and take care,
love Selena

hello everyone, haven't posted here lately, but ive come once in a while to the page to see how ya'll doing. I'm fine, still doing a lot of work for college, it's the end of the semester, so there are lots of things to be done and lots of tests and projects left. I hope you are all doing fine and good luck to you all in your everyday life.

I'll see ya'll some time later and take care,
love Selena

Peter,

Thank you for NOT telling us who won on DWTS! Hopefully someone will upload the final episodes so those of us outside of Australia can watch them. I'm enjoying the competition and suspense almost as much as the dancing... :)

Speaking of heros Mr. Mercurio, did you know that you are one? Do you know as a hero you have made many happy during hard times, made many women feel romantic when they were lonely, made many smile and laugh instead of worrying over bills over health?
You are a special hero who is timeless and has proven to be a soul with a heart that can hold in it, this whole universe.

Tea

Hey all,

feeling pretty good exept the broncitis that is coming on me. That's only cause I've been doing too much. My emotions have been on the uprise and I am starting to feel emotionally strong again. I have all my Dancing with The Stars downloaded and looking forward to watching it, even though I know who won (zip). It is beautiful weather in Michigan and I am looking forward to Clay's game tonight. He has a double header and he is pitching. I can't get out of work early so I will miss an hour of it but Better late than never! I am still behind at work from my vacation, but I am not letting it bother me. I just tinker away every day. At least I finally made it to this weeks work! Hopefully I will be all caught up tommorrow.

Looking forward to the weekend. I have been trying to realax a bit and what a difference it makes! Recharges your whole attitude and well being. You would think at the pace I go sometimes I would weigh 90 lbs. unfortunally that is not the case.

Happy Birthday Abeth!!

Tim, what a wonderful profession and gift your sister has. A living angel, for sure.

Mil, I am glad Ellie is doing ok, good luck on your trip.

Jill, cyber hugs right back (((((xo))))).

thanks to all that sent thier love my way. I felt it BIG time. I was feeling so very alone and I think I avoided the corner on purpose. That self thothing thing... ya know.

Tea,

We have all reminded Paul, over the years what a hero he is to all of us, for without him and Cat, we would never have found each other. Lord knows I have needed you all over the last year and a half. Paul has always been an inspiration to us and will continue to be an insperation to us. Stick around, you'll see what I mean.

Well, back to work, love to all !!

Kelly xoxoxoxoxo

kelly good luck with ur bronchitis, i had one not so long ago and it's a pretty delicate situation. Try to stay away from smokers and if u smoke, don't smoke this time, at least try not to. Drink plenty of liquids, specially water and any juice that contains Vitamin C.

Take care and good health to ya'll,
selena

Hi Kelly,
Thanks for posting to me that was very thoughtful of you. I just want to say I'm impressed by the honesty and kindness that I have viewed looking at Paul's blog. I have been looking at it for awhile and I am thinking of him. I'm sorta concerned reading about his blood pressure and financial problems. It doesn't seem right when he gives so openly and lovingly and not to be rewarded handsomely. It's an absolute paradox to me that leaves me feeling very strange and confused. I wish more actors and celebrities were more like him and would just be themselves and just talk to people without fear of rejection or whatnot.
Again thanks for writing to me.I'm so glad he has so many well wishers to surround him with such love and warmth.,
Tea

Hello ladies and lurker men of Paul's corner:
I'm posting this for everyone who may want to see my silly blob. It's really new (like 3 days old) but I hope one or two of you will check it out and let me know what you think of it. I love poetry. I love Paul's poetry. And I hope when I get more experienced with creating the blob I can link this board to it as well as some of the online poetry groups I belong too. P.S. I sound like a real wiseass in my posts but it's just silly stuff really. ;)

EY,PAUL,
REALLY GLAD TO READ ON YOUR BEER´S WEBPAGE THAT YOU ARRANGED A NIGHT WITH BEER AND TAPAS(SPANISH TIPICAL TRADITTION).I DO LOVE EATING TAPAS WHILE I´M DRINKING A BEER,WE USE TO MIX BEER WITH LEMON REFRESHMENT AND EAT TAPAS.BUT I GUESS IT´S GONNA BE GREAT TO DRINK YOUR PEACH BEER(HOPING TO TASTE IT AT LEAST ONCE IN MY LIFE...)AND EATING TAPAS!!!IT´S GREAT.BY THE WAY,YOU TOLD YOU HAD NEVER EATEN TAPAS IN SPAIN.WELL...YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE WELCOME TO COME!.
LOTS OF KISSES,
ISABEL

I've been so damn naughty today at work. I've been reading this blog mostly and playing in my writers groups. Can I ask Cat something? Cat you know what would be great if at all possible is to make the links to the archives you know dehighlight or something so you know where you've been and you know where to go from thereon.
The other thing is again after reading Paul's words and thoughts I have to say and mention and maybe even start some sort of movement,
but wouldn't it be great if we could clone him? Paul would you mind giving up some DNA for this project :D
Adios and Godspeed to ya all!

yeah,i agree with Tea about having lots of clones of Paul.I want one of my own!hahaha

BTW. Paul, I just wanted to tell you that my sister adores you as much as I do. She's the one who found this site. We were talking last night over dinner and we talked about your wife Andrea. I am not overdoing it when I write we are extremly impressed with her. She obviously has been a big support to you and the very idea that she has not expressed any kind of anger or resentment toward you having this blog where you open yourself up to a bunch of women who adore you is in some regard shows what a special woman Andrea is. Best Wishes to you and your precious family. :) xxoo

who adore you is in some regard shows what a special woman Andrea is

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Hi, all.

Can anyone tell me where I can find copies of "Red Ribbon Blues", "Day of the Roses", and "The Finder"?

I checked the VideoFlicks site but these films are not available through them.

Thanks,
Wendy

do you live in america or australia or uk?

I live in the U. S.

Try BORDERS or SUNCOAST MOVIES...or something like that, those are the ones I know so far...Maybe there could be a local movie store that sales really old movies and stuff and it could have the movies you're looking for, but check those out, u can check 'em out online: www.borders.com, www.amazon.com, you can also go to Barnes&Noble, maybe they have some movies too.

So far that's all I can think of, if there's anything else I can help you with don't mind asking.

Take care,
Selena

Hey all,

WE jsut won our double header for baseball. My husband runs the scoreboard and I so the announcing over the intercom for all the players.
The other team had gone home and it was just our boys raking and dragging the field so I let Paige on the loud speaker and let her rap accapella to Snoop Dogg's "drop it like its hot". She was so awesome!!!!! all the boys stopped and danced !! Our freshman coaches thought it was funny, but the JV coach busted up to the pressbox thinking he was going bust a kid but it was only me up there! I asked himi how he liked my little "homegirl" and he hollered at me " he didnt!". I can't believe he was mad. Here my hubby and I have spent 5 hours a night doing this 2 nights a week just for the boys. (the boys and parents appreciate it). And he gets hiws undies in a bunch. I know he is mad none of his parents will do it for his team, but thats not my fault.

Oh well, the parents and the players and our coaches liked it. And now she is the coolest little sister on the team! Clay thought it was great and praised her and bragged to all his frineds that was his sister. THATS MY BOY!!

I dont care if they do get mad. It was her time to shine and shine she did!! Ans at Clay's function, at that.

Clay pitched great, turned 2 double headers at first and hit a triple,2 doubles. (he hit it to the fence on one and it bounce over, automatic double.) and had 2 singles. He had 9 RBI's (runs batted in) and he stole 2 bases! My big boy (200+lbs, 5'10") stealing bases. I just can't believe he's playing ball. I thank the Lord everyday!!

Well, gotta go get dinner before the guys get home from the game. I love this sport!! I love my kids, I kinda live my hubby, ok I love him.
Everything is going fine, with Tom and I, too.

Tom took me to see Boxing on Saturday night. WE saw 18 3 round fights. Tom's friend fought the 18th fight and he knocked emo ut Mike Tyson style
in the first round. I FELT JIPPED . I wanted more!.
It was incredible!!! My first live boxing match ever. AS much as I love the sport, my first ever.
WE are going again on Saturday.

WEll off I go, Love to all. xoxoxoxoxox
Can ya all tell I am feeling better.

My family picked up the tab arouind the house and I have been parking my ass on the coach a couple hours a night and loving every minute of it!!! I am gettting used to it. It took about a week before I could just let go and do nothing but It is easy to adapt to once you feel how much better youfeel when you relax your body.

Love to all.

Kelly

xoxoxox kiss kiss hug hug to everybody

Kelly! You sound soooooo happy!!!! It just rang through your post! That's fantastic! I'm glad you're enjoying all that is going on around you.

Jill

Thanks, Selena. I'll try those sites.

Hey Jill,

My girlfreind just called and said her Dad passed away, Her MOm passed 3 months ago and her Aunt she has cared for for 2 years passed last month. She is devistated. I feel so bad for her. We talked for about an hour, well I did most of the talking.(big surprise). and she says she feels better now. I am just glad I coiuld comfort her. What a big shock to her world. I know my fututre holds the same grizzley future at some point and time so it is kinda hard to imagine what she is going through.

This friend I love but has been so cruel and uncaring to me in the pst so much so that I broke off a lifelong relationship several years ago. When I talk to her I dont feel the resentment but after I talk to her AI still do. Is this normal? I dont want to still feel the pain but I do. It seems selfish feeling that since she is going through hell right now. I hope I can get over it and maybe have a friendship again but I know I will get screwed again as I always have in the past when I let her in again. I dont know. I lover her and have no problem comorting her and I mean the words I say and the love i give her over the phone and in person, but I can't help still feeling the way I do. I feel guilty, I know it's not what God would want but I cant help it. I will always be there for her, I just need to be a better person and forgive.

I am feeling soooo much better and happier. My better relationship with Tom has most to do with it. It's amazing how if your marraige goes in the dumps, everything else goes in the dumps. The strength of the family comes from the strength of the marraige. Or something like that. I feel pretty good, execpt the bronchitis. You cant have everything, I guess.

Motley Crue concert tommorrow, cnat wait! I am going to the afternoon viewing and then the concert. Well gotta go, I ahve talked to my girlfriend and my mom since being at work and now this, so gotta go and earn the paycheck.

Love to all
xoxoxoxox

kelly

Kelly, head banging is exactly what I need to do, I hope you had fun at your concert. My boss has totally pissed me off and I am now looking for a new job. It's weird because when he pissed me off last week, I just basically "ate" it and tried to carry on without it bothering me, but then on Monday I was staring at my computer screen thinking I don't want to be here anymore. I think Paul's blog has a lot to do with my dissatisfactions because reading about how is always pursuing his dreams and all the up and down he is to face sort of has given me the courage to say to mr. boss, kiss my ass!

Hi all,

DTWS Episodes 8,9,10 & 11 (the final) are all up now. Some older episodes (1,2&3) needed to be deleted to make room, but episodes 4 through 7 are still there.

Episode 8

http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS208a.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS208b.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS208c.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS208d.mp4

Episode 9

http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS209a.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS209b.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS209c.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS209d.mp4

Episode 10

http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS210a.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS210b.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS210c.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS210d.mp4

Episode 11

http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS211a.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS211b.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS211c.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS211d.mp4

The older ones that were posted earlier but are still available are as follows:

Episode 4

http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS204a.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS204b.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS204c.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS204d.mp4

Episode 5

http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS205a.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS205b.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS205c.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS205d.mp4

Episode 6

http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS206a.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS206b.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS206c.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS206d.mp4

Episode 7

http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS207a.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS207b.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS207c.mp4
http://www.number98.com/out/DWTS207d.mp4

Enjoy!

Wow!!! Brian you are soooo impressive! Thanks!

Jill

Hey Paul we've missed you around here, hoping everything's ok over there.

Take care and tlak to you soon,
selena

Maybe I scared him away; I have a tendency to do that to men. :(

By the way, wouldn't it be great if someone could write a script for Strictly Ballroom 2? I was thinking about it this morning as I got ready for work. I think a good plot would be that Fran and Scott marry, then Fran dies (her mother was dead in this first one, they didn't elaborate but I was thinking some sort of sickness) well this sickness could get Fran. That would me Scott would be alone (with a couple of kids because we all know what a great dad Paul is so he could bring this to the character). But since Fran died (let's say 10 years ago) Paul stopped going to the competitions to dance but he did run a studio (took over his parents business). Then, this woman would come into the picture (Let's call her Traci ;) ) and she would do something at his studio but he and her wouldn't get along but then they would end up falling in love and Scott and Traci would go back to the competition and win it. And let's say they had to win it because someone was trying to take over the studio and they needed to win to keep it or something like that.

What'dya all think?

By the way, does anyone know how Pat Thompson died (Scott's mother). I heard that she died tragically before she could enjoy the success of the film but Baz never said why (in his commentary on the dvd.) By the way, Baz is a genius of a director but while I listened to his commentary with a couple of others they sounded so uppity and bored the shit out of me.

Ta Ta xxxxooooo

Sorry for the multiposts I know I'm being sort of rude but Paul Baz said they all love you in the dvd. I thought interesting to say,when you won't even return his phone calls jerk!

Thank you Brian!!! Too bad I don't have time right now to watch them.

Tea, interesting idea for SB2, though too predictable (for me!) I'd still go see it though if it had the same cast in it :)

Hello everyone and happy weekend to you all!

Evelyn I agree. I really loved those people in SB. They were all wonderful.

I am a military brat and I don't think I could be anything else. When 9/11 happened my dad was one of along with many other's of the first people to go to Iraq. Which I know was hard for him because my mom and me were having a really difficult time here. I used to dance with a local ballet company here until i fell during one of my performances and injured my knee. My dad was supposed to be at this performance and at first I was so mad that he wasn't able to be there and when I fell I relized that as mad as I was he coulnd't be there he was probably felling it ten times worse.My mom wrote to my dad telling him about what happened and we recieved a letter a week later saying that he was being allowed a two week vacation so he could come back and be there for me when I had surgery on my knee.

Well 2 days before he was supposed to be coming home my brother left for Iraq.The next day me and my mom were getting ready to go shopping so i could get my dad a gift for when he came back there was a knock on the door.My mom was busy getting ready so I slid off the couch which was very hard to do with my knee and answered it. It was a messanger who told us my father was killed.
The next week we had a funeral with some of my father's friends who were in the base we lived in and when they came to give my mom the flag that was over his coffin she wouldn't take instead she insisted that it be given to me.I still have nightmares that a messanger will show up and tell us that my brother has been killed. But all I can say is I know what those families are feeling.My dad died trying to protect one of his men in his troop who had been shot.My dad is my Hero.