Just updated Starry Eyed Graphics with some new adoptions, including a "Support Our Troops" one. Not feeling so well, so will post again later. May take the weekend off from posting, but will be back Monday and will visit everyone then! Have a great weekend!! *HUGS*

The Wednesday Wish is up!! Here's mine:

If you were not named what you are, what name would you wish to have? Do you think things would be different if you had that name? How?

If I were not named Lynn, I would have wanted to be named Elizabeth or Anastacia...possibly Emma or Emily. I don't really think things would be different because of my name though.


Well, I made some more adoptables today for Starry Eyed Graphics, a cheerleader Gretchen Doll and a "Support Our Troops" Gretchen Doll (both ideas were from Missy) and I'll get them uploaded tomorrow!

Also, just so you know, I'm running a contest through the end of April for all the members of Starry Eyed Graphics. Members have a chance to win a custom-made Gretchen Doll to offer for adoption on their site! If you're interested, please be sure to join Starry Eyed Graphics for more details!!

That's all for today!! Have a great day everyone!!

Just a very very quick post to let all the members of Starry Eyed Graphics know that I've updated the site and sent each of you an email with the details. So be sure to check your email because there is also some other important information there!! Now I'm off to make dinner

(The rest of the This-or-That Tuesday)

7. Authors: Shakespeare or Dr. Seuss?

Hehe...again, both. I love Shakespeare!! The Tempest was an amazing bit of work as well as his other stuff, but I love children's literature (Literature was my major at University, lol....British literature to be exact and I think Dr. Seuss is one of the best children's authors to ever write!

8. TV: PBS or A&E?

Ummm....A&E. A tough choice because PBS does all of the British shows (well, except for what BBC America does, lol) and when I'm in the US I like to watch them, but A&E has all of the fun, interesting programs like Columbo, Miss Marple, and Poirot, not to mention lots of others!

9. Music: Beethoven or Beatles?

Got to be the Beatles. Although I love all kinds of music, I like classical less then timeless rock-n-roll. Besides, its the Beatles!! LOL

10. Thought-provoking question of the week: You are a contributing member of your favorite art museum, and visit on a regular basis. They announce a new, temporary special exhibit by an artist surrounded by controversy...this person's work and/or political views offend you. Do you stop supporting the museum, or just stay away during the time the exhibit is there?

I don't stop supporting the museum, I just don't go during the time the exhibit is there. There are lots of things I don't agree with (i.e. protests and rallies against the war on Iraq), but I just don't attend them. Then I don't have to be bothered by it!

Well, there you go!!!! I'm off to exercise now....maybe I'll see you later

First though....here's the This-or-That Tuesday:

1. Poetry or prose?
Poetry

2. Funky modern art or the older, "classic" variety?

Older, classic variety....I'm more of a Monet or De Vinci kinda girl

3. Sculptures or paintings?

Paintings....I like to paint and I like to look at paintings and meditate on them. I find it easier to really think about a painting than a sculpture.

4. Theatre: exuberant musical or serious drama?

MUSICAL!!!!!!! I'm a drama girl (it was my minor at college, lol, and what I hope to do long-term is own an acting school for children) and I love to sing!! Although I like dramas, I really really enjoy a rousing musical

5. Ballet or modern dance?

Both. I love dance as well and I can't make a decision between modern dance or ballet. I think ballet is very graceful and beautiful to watch, and I'm amazed by their ability. But I also think that modern dance takes talent and some of the moves are amazingly presented!

6. Movies: major studio or indie?

Sorry to be a bit of a sell out, but I'm more of a major studio movie type chick I just can't get into most indie flicks.....some of them are good, I admit, but most just don't capture my attention!

(Grrrr....all of my This or That won't fit!! Next post!)

Hi there

I know you're all thinking "Oh, my goodness....what is wrong with Lynn??? She's posted 3 whole days in a row!!!!!!!" Hehe, well, I just thought it was time I got back to blogging like I should. I know I'm busy, but then so is everyone else, so.....anyway, here I am Can't stay long though, cos I have to go and do my dancerciseing, lol! I missed it yesterday, so I have to go get caught up, then I want to do a bit of housecleaning. Might be back later though, but can't promise anything!

Hi all!! Well I decided to go ahead and use another image host for a bit until the other one is back up. Just popping in to see that the new graphics are up!! If you like the set, you can find it at Starry Eyed Graphics.

Just to point out that Gem asked me to put up a link (her page isn't working at the moment, but should be soon!!) where you can go and make dedications to the soldiers in the Gulf. That link is here. Be sure to go and let our soldiers know that we support them and are greatful for what they do!! They risk their lives for our freedom....the least you can do is take a few minutes to let them know you're thinking of them!! This is directed more towards British soldiers, but I think American soldiers may here it too.

Also, Kamie had listed a link on her blog where you could go and sign a thank you letter for the American soldiers who are fighting in the Gulf. You can find that link here. No matter your feelings on the issues, our troops are there nonetheless and they need to know we support them!

As for the issues at hand, I will resort only to saying that after the developments of the last couple of days (finding the chemical weapons factory in Iraq, and the Iraqis parading the American POWs in front of the cameras and dragging the soldiers' bodies they had murdered....not in battle, but shot point-blank), I think its proof enough that Mr. Bush and Mr. Blair did the right thing. I hope now that the UN and the countries and people in general who were against this conflict will look back at their actions and feel ashamed.

Food for thought......bye for now.

Ooops, forgot to post that I've finally started exercising in hopes of losing some weight I bought a dancercize tape the other day and so far I've dancercized for 1 1/2 hours! That's a lot for me!! I thought that I needed to get something that I liked to do (and I LOVE to dance!!) or else I'd have no motivation to exercise, so.....wish me luck!!

Hi there Well, I'm still not feeling wonderful, but at least I think I'm on the mend now....really, lol!! I still don't have much of a voice (nearly a week now without being able to talk properly!!!! Ughhhh!!!!) and I'm still coughing quite a bit, but maybe I'll soon be better.

I had planned to try to update my blog with my new Easter set, but it appears that the host for my graphics is not working . They seem to be "updating" their site. Which means no new graphics until March 29.......unless I find a new server to host my graphics, or I move to a new blog. Will make a decision and let you know!! In the meantime, I think I'm going to add the new graphics I've made to my graphics site!! I've got loads to add . Cheers!!

Ughhhhh!!! I hate having the flu I feel awful!! I'm actually in the stages of getting over it, but I have absolutely no voice today. I can't talk!!! Which is really hard for me, considering talking is one of my great joys in life, lol!!

Anyway, here's the Wednesday Wish.

You have the ability to ensure one aspect of yourself (either physical, mental, or spiritual) is inherited by your children when they grow up. What trait would you wish to pass on to them?

Hmmm....I think I would want my children to have my ability to make friends with most people. I think that's one of the things that has gotten me through life. Either that or I'd like them to have my conviction about things. No matter if what I think about an issue is the correct thought or not, I can always defend what I think and I don't change my mind about things. I'm a very determined person!

Thanks to Rich today for the Wednesday Wish

Hehehe!! Hello everyone!! Ooooh, look what I just made!!



Isn't it cute??!?! I made this one and 2 others; 1 with Spring Greetings and 1 with Easter Greetings. If you'd like to adopt one, and are a member of Starry Eyed Graphics, just email me. Alternatively, they should be on the site in a couple of days!!

Have a wonderful evening everyone!! Oh, and btw, in case you're wondering, none of the graphics in that adoption are tubed! I drew them all myself

*HUGS*

Hi Everyone

Thanks so much for all the birthday wishes for Rich!! He said to thank all of you!!

Well, we've had the flu here, so we haven't been up to much. Rich hasn't been to work yesterday or today. I've been both days, but haven't really felt like it. Luckily we're both feeling better this evening. Rich is going back to work tomorrow. We're even feeling good enough to consider going to the cinema to see Maid in Manhattan. Not sure if we'll go or not though. Any way, here's the Wednesday Wish.

You're driving in your car, minding all road rules and regulations, when out of nowhere a car pulls out in front of you! You have no time to stop and you hit the other vehicle. Fortunately, both you and the other driver are fine, with no injuries except some minor bruising. However, your car is a mess!! Damaged beyond repair. Today must be your lucky day though, because the other driver is none other than Mel Gibson!! He wishes to avoid a scandal with the media, so he tells you that he will buy you a brand new car of your choice and pay for insurance for the next 5 years (by which time you'll want a new vehicle anyway!) if you'll say the accident was your fault. Do you agree? And if so, what is your car wish?

Yup...I agree very very quickly, lol!! My car wish would be for a Nissan Pathfinder. I've wanted one for soooo long! Its definitely the car Rich and I are going to look at when we go back to the States.

That's all folks! Hope you all have a great day!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY RICH!!!!!!!!

Just stopping by to wish my amazing hubby a wonderful birthday!!! Back tomorrow with more!!

Hmmm....well that's freaky! I posted here about an hour ago and now its gone!!!

Okay, I just said that we had good news from the financial advisor and that when my job becomes permanent, it'll be even better because then we can use my income as well as Rich's!!

I also said here is my new weekly question blog!! Its called The Wednesday Wish. And here's the question for this week!!

Week One

You win a game show and they offer you a vacation to anywhere in the world. What is your vacation wish and why?

My vacation wish would be to go to Jamaica!! I've always wanted to go there and almost got the chance to go after I graduated from High School. But circumstances prevented me from going, so I've always promised myself that one day I will go to Jamaica and have a wonderful time!!


I hope you like the new weekly blog!!

Hi, hi, hi!! Hope everyone is doing well! Just checking in to let you all know I'm still alive, lol. Rich and I have an appointment this afternoon with a financial advisor because........we've decided to buy a house!!!!! Yes, I know we're planning to move back the the US and you may be asking yourself "if Lynn and Rich are moving back to the US, why are they buying a house in the UK?" Its because I'm tired of throwing money to the wind, which is what I feel like we're doing by paying rent. This way, we're making an investment and will see some sort of return on it. When we move to the US, we'll sell the house, or, if the housing market is in a depression, we'll rent the house out. Either way, we see our money back. So, we're off today to find out what kind of mortgage we can afford. Wish us luck!!! I may be back later to do the Tuesday This-or-That. Also, don't forget to look tomorrow for my new weekly meme, The Wednesday Wish, but more about that later!! Have a great Tuesday!!