Summing it up - Saturday August 26, 2006

MiLadies,

My goodness!  A whopping 48 participated in this challenge!  That's an astonishing number and the largest turnout this blog ring has ever had!

With 105 members and one pending her application!

What I'd like to do is to let all of you who have subbed to this site that I'd really appreciate it if you decided to also join the blog ring!  I see many names and 5 new ones from this challenge session who have subbed to the site, but have not joined the blog ring!  Please, if you wish to participate and to have your name linked from this site, JOIN!  JOIN!

I'm so thankful to all of my Queens who took the time to do this challenge.  And I want you other Queens who couldn't to know that I do understand your reasonings as to why this one hit a bit too close to home.  As I state over in the Rules of this B/R to the left, I don't expect everyone to participate each and every time, but I do wish you could bring yourselves to join in at least once every couple of months.

I will be doing a "purge" of members who have never participated, or who's sites have been closed down or those who have not made an entry in their blogs in 2 months or longer.  If you honestly don't want me to purge your name, please let me know the reason your not participating and if you intend to in future challenges. (That is for those members who have NOT participated or who have not blogged in 2 or more months).

This was a challenge that seemed to strike a cord with so many of you!  I noticed (and I wasn't the only one) that we nearly all advised our younger selves to Love ourselves.  Something that doesn't come easy when we are young!

Thank you all again for such a wonderful turnout!

If anyone has any ideas for the next challenge, please let me know through email or through the new message center that Xanga has established.

Hugs!  Until the next time, I bow to you all~Kween

Posted 8/26/2006 at 12:19 AM

30 Comments

I am sorry that I did not participate this time, I had been thinking what to write, there was really so much........too painful- It could have been cathartic, but my younger self no longer exists. Fortunately.

Don't take me off your list. I may add that I am really so busy, If you have noticed I don't post as much as I normally do.

RITA

Posted 8/26/2006 at 12:49 AM by REDPOPPY1
Dang time got away from me and I have been in a funk all week
Posted 8/26/2006 at 12:57 AM by MsCatbert2You
Even though it was rushed..I am glad I managed this one:) yes..it is hard to talk to yourself when there is pain...but it was a good idea*and I think it helped many..*...glad so many participated** have a great weekend...* love, Lee
Posted 8/26/2006 at 6:27 AM by priorities

TWO pending an application, your majesty. *deep curtsey* I hope that I might serve Her Majesty well.

Posted 8/26/2006 at 10:18 AM by Anonymous

I'm officially moved back to school, so the next challenge I am in on!  :-)  Please forgive me for seemingly ignoring this blogring.  I really enjoy it, and would love to stay.

On another note, I did do the last assignment a bit late.  The due date fell just as I was trying to move back to school, unpack and everything, all without the internet because I'd accidentally left my ethernet cord back at home.  But I'm back!

Posted 8/26/2006 at 3:14 PM by Anonymous
Thank you, M'Lady!  This was indeed a special challenge.  I am always amazed by how many incredible women belong to this ring and touched by their sweet comments. 
Posted 8/26/2006 at 10:6 AM by endlesssummer128
I was touched by how many of us have had similar pains in our childhood (all serious but some obviously worse than others).  It was helpful to know that many understand our pain even though we had not expressed it verbally before this.  I felt I should have dwelled more on what really happened to me as a child but that may be a subject for another time...I felt I couldn't change it so why say anything to the younger me....
Posted 8/26/2006 at 1:51 PM by myseniormoments

Thanks for trying to  help me with changing backgrounds....I get the Google part....what I do is find the pictures, right click and copy and just past on my blog entry.  I get the preview part and how to adjust the colors for the print but...

what I can't seem to "GET" is finding the http code you mentioned on the Look and Feel page.  I somehow managed to get a picture uploaded but then I couldn't seem to move forward.  Yes,I am a dunce!!!

Posted 8/27/2006 at 3:52 PM by myseniormoments

I cant wait until the next one. I noticed too with many they have healed and that is a victory. Amen? You bet and many because Trusting the Lord. Awesome reading to all those 48. God Bless You all!!!!!!!!

vanida_angel

Posted 8/26/2006 at 9:47 AM by Vanida_Angel
I am friends with fallensparrow (courtney) and I think what she does and what you do with this is very interesting and I love to write, can I join or do this?
Posted 8/27/2006 at 6:31 PM by Anonymous
are you a military wife?
Posted 8/27/2006 at 9:48 PM by Anonymous
Darn, I missed this one. Had it all ready to go too.  Bummer.  Next time. 
Posted 8/27/2006 at 10:29 PM by Anonymous
RYC:  I am still waiting to be approved for the blog so even if you had reminded us I wouldn't have seen it.  I was just going to post from Azcason's site.  It is understandable that you can't remind everyone though. 
Posted 8/28/2006 at 10:28 AM by Anonymous
I enjoyed this challenge as well. Don't purge me! I have 2 sites and I never know where I may post a challenge at.
Posted 8/31/2006 at 2:51 PM by Anonymous
I think I shall join if I may.
Posted 9/5/2006 at 4:22 PM by Anonymous
Thank you my Queen!  I enjoyed this challenge oh so very much and reading the other queens missives as well!
Posted 8/29/2006 at 9:4 AM by fallensparrow
Loved this challenge and am looking forward to the next one! Great job M'Lady!
Posted 8/28/2006 at 9:34 PM by azcason

Next Challenge Idea. Write a fiction story about why there's holes in Swiss Cheese. 

Christina

Posted 8/29/2006 at 11:37 AM by setfree2day
Just dropping by to say how I so enjoyed doing this challenge. I admit it was the first one I have done. Forgive me dear Kween...I shall participate in future ones...May GOD bless all who dove into their inner most souls with this one. I feel it was therapy for us all....Yours in Christ, Sis Pris aka Mama Butterfly
Posted 9/3/2006 at 10:55 AM by Missyprisie
Thanks for another stimulating challenge! It was fun!
Posted 8/28/2006 at 1:10 PM by beli_grrl
<TABLE id=HB_Mail_Container height="100%" cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0 width="100%" border=0 UNSELECTABLE="on"> <TBODY> <TR height="100%" UNSELECTABLE="on" width="100%"> <TD id=HB_Focus_Element vAlign=top width="100%" background="" height=250 UNSELECTABLE="off">Please dont take me off the list I have been very busy and my son is about to have surgery so I have been doing  dr's visitsI will really  try to do the next one. Thanks for understanding. You always  have great challenges. I enjoy read everyones I dont  get my comments  on my  but I enjoy reading  others I guess in time I  will get some. Take Care <TR UNSELECTABLE="on" hb_tag="1"> <TD style="FONT-SIZE: 1pt" height=1 UNSELECTABLE="on">
Posted 9/3/2006 at 8:30 PM by njshack61

Where can I find the application?

Posted 9/6/2006 at 3:43 PM by Anonymous
Just dropping by to say hello & wish you a blessed day :-)
Posted 9/7/2006 at 3:55 PM by Building_A_Mystery

please don't delete me we ar etrying to get everything moved to our new house I don't have internet at home!!!!

lauren

Posted 9/11/2006 at 11:42 AM by jersey_girl85
If you have already purged me I understand however if you have not please consider keeping me in the royal family. Sorry KK I just aint been up to being around but looks like I am back in full force now. Hugs anda loves my kweeny, Tami
Posted 9/6/2006 at 11:52 AM by flippertam
RYC:Thanks KK!
Posted 9/6/2006 at 4:23 PM by missugs_writing_page
please do not purge me.  I have been quite busy the last few months but it should slow down.
Posted 9/18/2006 at 2:14 PM by OJesuslovesyousomuch
Please do not purge me! I have been undergoing Chemo this sumer, and have just been out of it. I plan on doing all the future challanges(Sp?) Please keep me...I am doing much beter tolorating the chemo, I guess I just had to get used to the amount. LMK if I can stay~Sue
Posted 9/7/2006 at 7:41 PM by drowzdragon
Hey, I liked the list challenges the best.  Like your 12 bad habits, or 12 good things about you, stuff like that, it get's you thinking about yourself more then you normally would.  It makes me view myself from a different angle.  Do you have anymore like that?
Posted 9/14/2006 at 11:37 AM by Moonfire9

lol @ setfree2day...hmmmm I always thought mice made the chese and nibbled for taste...lol he he he

hey kween when is the next challenge? I hope ur time way  is wonderful...stop in to say I am think about you!!!!

hugs

vanida_angel

Posted 9/14/2006 at 5:47 PM by Vanida_Angel

Challenge 2006-11 The Letter - Friday August 25, 2006

 MiLadies;

It would seem that there are a few of you who for one reason or another just could not wait for this challenge to begin!  So, in the spirit of good will, I'm going to post the links to a couple of sites that have already posted their challenge.  I'm not encouraging you to post now, however if for some reason or another you absolutely cannot post on Wednesday, let me know and I'll put up your link!

 setfree2day

oh_4_real

GreatAuntMary

Vanida_Angel

Missyprisie

morla1972

KoffeeKween

de_corazon

momsaway58

fallensparrow

MandMsMom

lemoncraze

texastink31

emmysback

myseniormoments

lifechallenges

PrincessFiveandDime


endlesssummer128

azcason

ThatOneBlondeChick

Katliin

beli_grrl

FourthChance

Inge_the_Milkmaid

BeBa2005

misunderstood47

kirby1960

Stash_living_dangerously

kitty1982

bubblysox

Mymanyblessings

LadyEowynofRohan

 the_mom_40

ok123LetsGO

lucygirl521

Queenelizzy

tattooed_and_proud

Building_A_Mystery

NightCometh

pogueatl

Citril

Dallawalla

m_elmer_48

LIF1955

Chasing_Dani

Ms_BeautyExpert 

missugs_writing_page

emlee57

 

 

Posted 8/25/2006 at 2:34 AM

56 Comments
Wow... this challenge really has sparked some interest!  But, I make it a point not to read anyone else's until I have posted my own, so I hope those that post early will check back during the time frame for comments. 
Posted 8/21/2006 at 1:16 PM by endlesssummer128
Posted 8/22/2006 at 7:34 AM by de_corazon
queen I am emailing you a entry from a friend of mine's site.  I think this idea is great!  I love her site she is always so informative.
Posted 8/22/2006 at 8:8 AM by emmysback
oops... I think I'm braindead. I thought TODAY was the 23rd (blush) I put it private again... but the link is the same if you want to link for tomorrow... and I'll post it public again then (blush) sorry.
Posted 8/22/2006 at 8:51 AM by de_corazon
Mine is up--I will not be on the computer at all tomorrow so I decided to put it up several hours early--I hope that is ok!!!
Posted 8/22/2006 at 8:28 PM by morla1972
I'm up
Posted 8/22/2006 at 9:52 AM by GreatAuntMary
I have written it. It felt good to do such a thing. I am not sure I am going to share it but I have written it...Your, Sis Pris aka Mama Butterfly
Posted 8/22/2006 at 1:20 PM by Missyprisie
I put put mine up....Tx. P
Posted 8/22/2006 at 1:31 PM by Missyprisie

I have posted...

Posted 8/22/2006 at 10:25 AM by Vanida_Angel
Its posted!!
Posted 8/23/2006 at 9:58 AM by Anonymous

I'm done

Jennifer..

p.s. this one was a good one =)

Posted 8/23/2006 at 10:28 AM by Anonymous
Hi * I have posted mine here.. lifechallenges  and mentioned it here priorities  take good care...Lee
Posted 8/23/2006 at 12:27 PM by priorities
Okay NOW mine is up legit. :-) Thanks. Great challenge!
Posted 8/23/2006 at 1:2 AM by de_corazon
My Queen my letter is up!  The link is http://www.xanga.com/fallensparrow/521980388/the-letter.html
Posted 8/23/2006 at 6:24 AM by fallensparrow

RYC:  We jsut watched Summer Slam this past SUnday...Hulk Hogan came out of retirement for it....faced a wrestler named Randy Orton who they dub as "The Legend Killer" because he has beaten (usually thru cheating) so many wrestling legends....he di NOT beat Hulk tho:)

Thanks for the welcome:)

Posted 8/22/2006 at 8:50 PM by Viccieanne
my first challenge is completed.
Posted 8/23/2006 at 11:18 AM by myseniormoments

This has been a true challenge for alot of us. Thank you for doing this. I feel alot of therapists have lost some money this day....What a blessing to be able to read these letters and to see how alot of our lives have gone down such similar paths. I PRAISE GOD FOR THE JOURNEY....Yours in Christ, Sis Pris aka Mama Butterfly

To those who wonder about the MAMA BUTTERFLY:  Originally I got xanga to follow my 13 year old...to keep an eye if you will. WELL GOD BEING WHO HE IS had other things in mind for me...I have met some wonderful young ones on here who do SI.....I have no clue how I met the first one. I do know that now I have a group that I counsel with the WORD OF GODS TRUTH.....Just wanted to let you all know this so you could pray for these kids and the tradgedy of SI....Yours in Christ, Mama Butterfly 

Posted 8/23/2006 at 8:47 AM by Missyprisie
I'm done! Thank you for yet another wonderful challenge !
Posted 8/23/2006 at 9:36 AM by MandMsMom
My letter is written!
Posted 8/23/2006 at 12:50 PM by PrincessFiveandDime
Ok, the novel is posted here.  :giggle:  Great topic! 
Posted 8/23/2006 at 1:49 AM by momsaway58
I'm up M'Lady!
Posted 8/23/2006 at 11:4 AM by emmysback

I'm late but I posted.

Posted 8/23/2006 at 9:25 PM by Anonymous
Ok hun, finally had time and mine is up and running..lol thanks hun!!
Posted 8/24/2006 at 8:17 AM by Anonymous
M'Lady.  My entry is posted.  Thank you for the thought provoking challenge!  Have a great day!
Posted 8/24/2006 at 11:4 AM by Anonymous
Posted 8/24/2006 at 11:33 AM by Building_A_Mystery
Mine is up.  First one!  Whew!
Posted 8/24/2006 at 12:6 PM by NightCometh
I posted mine!
Posted 8/24/2006 at 2:19 AM by LadyEowynofRohan
Mine is up!
Posted 8/23/2006 at 6:50 PM by Inge_the_Milkmaid
my challenge response is up :)
Posted 8/23/2006 at 9:32 PM by kitty1982
Mine is up (http://www.xanga.com/ThatOneBlondeChick/522126039/koq-challenge-2006-11-the-letter.html)!  This was a good one.  Thank you for inviting me to participate!
Posted 8/23/2006 at 1:46 PM by ThatOneBlondeChick
I DID MINE!!!!!!!
Posted 8/24/2006 at 12:14 PM by pogueatl
POSTED!!! Finally!!!! CLICK ME CLICK ME
Posted 8/23/2006 at 11:57 PM by bubblysox

Mine is up, M'Lady!  Thank you...

Posted 8/23/2006 at 12:51 PM by endlesssummer128
M'Lady, mine entrance is up ~ here. Thank you for your audience!
Posted 8/23/2006 at 1:23 PM by azcason
I have posted my letter this morning!
Posted 8/24/2006 at 9:15 AM by WakeUpLaughing
Is it Thursday!  Dnag it.  I got mine done...(I thought yesterday was Tuesday) oops.
Posted 8/24/2006 at 11:0 AM by Muzwah

Hello my Queen ...

I found your site through a couple of your subs who are also subbed to me ...

So nice to meet you and I am very impressed with your blog ... I love the questions here and the interaction ... very intriging ...

Have a most lovely day ... I shall come back again ..

Blessings, Princess Connie of Dallas, Texas

Posted 8/24/2006 at 2:29 AM by daisymae81

Mine is now posted.

Take care hun

Posted 8/23/2006 at 2:7 PM by Katliin
I have posted.  boy, was this one hard for me.  but i loved it.
Posted 8/24/2006 at 9:49 AM by lucygirl521
I'm up!
Posted 8/23/2006 at 5:48 PM by beli_grrl
Thank you..glad I managed to get it done this time*:) hugs...Lee
Posted 8/24/2006 at 12:7 AM by lifechallenges
Wanted to stop by and say hello,  I'm Mimi and I'm so happy that I found your site!
Posted 8/23/2006 at 9:41 PM by KolesMimi

Good evening M'Lady - mine is posted now.  That was fun, also hard to draw the line on how much to 'give away' so to speak.  Thanks!

Love, Cyn 

 http://www.xanga.com/FourthChance

Posted 8/23/2006 at 5:50 PM by FourthChance
I am posted!
Posted 8/24/2006 at 12:13 AM by Mymanyblessings
I have posted...I will try to link tomorrow.  The process is too involved to try after a full day of teaching!
Posted 8/23/2006 at 8:56 PM by kirby1960
My letter is posted.  I'm in a rush and can't go around to read others right now but I'll come back later.  Love ya. Jill
Posted 8/24/2006 at 2:33 PM by Dallawalla
Okay, I think I am last. Please do not cut off my head, your Majesty! I forgot how to do the link thingy. dang CRS. How can I write to my younger self when I cannot remember my current self?? Well, I gave it a try. Love ya! emlee
Posted 8/25/2006 at 5:16 PM by emlee57
I think I fixed it! emlee
Posted 8/25/2006 at 5:22 PM by emlee57
Mine is up! I loved this on KK!
Posted 8/25/2006 at 10:56 AM by missugs_writing_page
hey jeri...figured i better sub to this site if i am going to participate in the next one..thanks:)
Posted 8/28/2006 at 7:29 AM by Viccieanne
I always have time for you your highness...
Posted 8/24/2006 at 1:18 PM by Muzwah
I have posted...
Posted 8/24/2006 at 9:6 PM by Chasing_Dani
Mine is finally done. It must be good because Xanga ate the first one!
Posted 8/24/2006 at 8:46 PM by LIF1955
Mine is up...Smile
Posted 8/24/2006 at 6:43 PM by m_elmer_48
A day late, but I'm up, M'Lady! Susan <><
Posted 8/24/2006 at 12:37 PM by Citril

MINE IS POSTED NOW!!! I AM A TAD LATE..BUT WE HAVE ONE  MORE DAY RIGHT?? LOL JUST IN TIME!! HEHEH

Aight .. I GOT IT!! MINE IS POSTED NOW!!!

Posted 8/25/2006 at 12:37 AM by Ms_BeautyExpert

Wednesday August 16, 2006

MiLadies,

I have been thinking and looking and listening for days and days and I finally heard a subject that I think will be wonderful for a writing challenge!  I admit, I stole it from a blurb I heard about small segment on the Oprah show!  Hey, anywhere I can get inspiration, right?

Here is the challenge:

Writing a letter to your younger self.

What would you say to your younger self?  What advice would you give?  Would you offer tips for changing a certain situation?

This challenge is due NEXT WEDNESDAY, the 23rd of August.  The challenge will run for 3 days.  So post on the following days, the 23rd, 24th(Thursday) and the 25th (Friday). Follow the instructions given on the left entitled "How this BR works"

I'll see you on the 23rd!

Hugs~Kween

Posted 8/16/2006 at 6:44 PM

40 Comments

ooo that's a good one.. o and by the way.. i did leslie's challenge today.. just for fun..i was without internet to do it when it was do.. so take a lookisie if you'd like

hugs, jen

Posted 8/16/2006 at 6:57 PM by Anonymous
This is a good one!! Thanks Kween!
Posted 8/16/2006 at 7:20 PM by azcason
OMG! Just a couple of hours earlier I was thinking the exact same thing!! I was imagining traveling back in time and advising myself while still young. WHOA! I am going to enjoy this one.
Posted 8/16/2006 at 7:25 PM by LadyEowynofRohan
Great topic.  I guess..."stop it stupid" should not be the entire answer.
Posted 8/16/2006 at 7:43 PM by boogieMomma2
Great idea!  Looking forward to it!
Posted 8/16/2006 at 8:35 PM by endlesssummer128
It looks like it'll be fun! Count me in!!
Posted 8/16/2006 at 9:50 PM by Meghann1965

Now this one, I am definately looking forward to. What an idea. Really has me thinking.

Count me in.

Take care

Posted 8/16/2006 at 10:29 PM by Katliin
GREAT idea!
Posted 8/16/2006 at 7:29 PM by pulling_my_hair_out

Now this challange could really get deep into one's soul.  Love the idea, can't stop thinking about it already.  Maybe I'll save this letter and give it to my girls.  Thanks for another great challange.  I'm in.

Posted 8/16/2006 at 10:9 PM by emmysback
This one may get me in trouble!
Posted 8/17/2006 at 12:28 AM by Anonymous
this should be fun!
Posted 8/17/2006 at 7:47 AM by Anonymous
Hiya hun, will try my best to get to this one.. been a little busy here.. like it though.. take care and how is Alaska?
Posted 8/17/2006 at 8:1 AM by Anonymous
This could be a real thinker for me, but it's a challenge that I am definately up for!
Posted 8/17/2006 at 8:2 AM by Anonymous
Hmmm this looks like it could get interesting. It seems all of these rings are getting onto these "bare your soul" types of challenges. Which lately, is not the direction my site has been going. But it could be good to take a swing back that direction for a while. Let me see if I can conjure up something for this assignment. :-)
Posted 8/17/2006 at 12:39 AM by Building_A_Mystery
I'm so excited my Kween!  It has been far too long since I was able to participate in one of your royal challenges and this is a wonderful one for me to return to!  COUNT ME IN!!!!!!! 
Courtney
Posted 8/17/2006 at 3:16 AM by fallensparrow
I'm sorry I haven't been able to post on the challenges lately!!  Its been busy.  This is a good challenge!  I like.
Posted 8/16/2006 at 11:39 PM by daveslittleflower

Hmmm.. this is something I would like to do.. Already have idea's. How do I join this?

Christina

I can't promise to write on every challange. But will write the ones that I feel would be intersting.

Posted 8/16/2006 at 11:53 PM by setfree2day
You're ON!
Posted 8/17/2006 at 1:44 AM by myseniormoments
I have a lot to say to that young lady. I'll have to try to narrow my focus!
Posted 8/17/2006 at 12:50 AM by beli_grrl
OOOOH the possibilities!
Posted 8/17/2006 at 1:53 AM by PrincessFiveandDime
Oh my, this could get interesting.  :-)  Very neat topic!
Posted 8/17/2006 at 12:54 AM by momsaway58
oh boy...........if you could go back again, knowing what you know now........good topic!
Posted 8/17/2006 at 7:51 PM by Anonymous

Mine is ready to go.

Posted 8/17/2006 at 10:17 PM by Anonymous
Gah!  I'm moving back to college on the 23rd, so my post may be one of the last ones.  But this one sounds completely worth it!  :-)  Awesome idea!
Posted 8/17/2006 at 4:54 PM by Anonymous
Sounds fun...I'm going to do it!  And I guess I'm an idiot...but apparently I don't know how to put a link to this site on my posts....help me please?
Posted 8/17/2006 at 7:17 PM by Anonymous

OK Kween.....I know I'm early, but I posted mine.  I had time to do it today, but wouldn't have had time later in the week.  Gotta warn you.....it's deep.  I had a lot to tell that young lady.

So here's mine.

oh_4_real

Posted 8/21/2006 at 10:48 AM by Anonymous
Posted 8/25/2006 at 11:2 PM by Anonymous

hey sweetie, done,, i have not done this in so long,, thanks

Posted 8/23/2006 at 3:45 PM by misunderstood47
May get to this... but may not be able as I'll be leaving for Florida on the 24. Begging a thousand pardons!
Posted 8/18/2006 at 9:58 AM by Cindy_B
But I mean, there's a LOT I'd tell my younger self. That could take some time to write! LOL
Posted 8/18/2006 at 9:58 AM by Cindy_B
Thats a great challange!! I'll be participating, I swear... I've been a bad queen lately and promise to do better!!!
Posted 8/18/2006 at 8:21 PM by bubblysox

Hello KK, I hope the move went smoothly and you are enjoying AK.  I hear it's beautiful.

This challenge is very thought provoking and might prove to be healing and entertaining for a lot of us.  How do you come up with these ideas? I hope to be able to participate, this will be interesting.

Posted 8/17/2006 at 7:40 PM by vjgunkel59
I saw this one too on Oprah and thought it would make an excellent challenge. Count me in!
Posted 8/17/2006 at 3:13 PM by missugs_writing_page

I wrote my entry - www.xanga.com/setfree2day

Posted 8/18/2006 at 10:56 PM by setfree2day

RYC- I'll just not post anymore until the 23rd. I want others to read it thats not in this writting challange.

Posted 8/19/2006 at 12:10 AM by setfree2day
I posted
Posted 8/23/2006 at 2:16 PM by BeBa2005
I have so been not able to participate in all your challenges but this one I am going to do. I think it may be therpeutic dont you?  Thanks for the invite to join...Your, Sis Pris
Posted 8/19/2006 at 11:57 AM by Missyprisie
New to this ... but I wanna do it. Why not? Great Challenge. Soul searching at it's best.
Posted 8/21/2006 at 8:11 AM by mommainlove

HEY M'LADY!!!!

Of course I will do my very best to participate in this challenge.. SOUNDS LIKE FUN!!! I will be happy and excited to do it!!! *BIG SUPER HUGE HUGS** I know how very hard you work on these challenges.. I HAVE A WHOLE NEW APPERCIATION FOR YOU WITH KEEPING UP WITH THE BLOGRING!!!!

~Hugs~ Leslie xoxoxoxoxoxo

~LOVE YA~

Posted 8/17/2006 at 5:50 PM by Ms_BeautyExpert
I will post on the 24th!
Posted 8/23/2006 at 2:39 PM by Mymanyblessings

Tuesday August 8, 2006

M'Ladies:

My, What a turn out we had for MsBeautyExperts idea!  Everyone seemed to really love the idea.  So, thank you M'Lady, thank you for your lovely idea!  You did a fine job of hosting and I invite you back at any time to guest host!

I'm so pleased that I saw my name on so many of your blogs!  I bow before you to tell you all that without you, what a sad world this would be!  I am the one who is truly honored to be able to connect to each and every  one of you!

Please notice that I have filled out my left hand custom module with the standard instructions for this blog ring.  I thought that it would be easier for me to refer you to it each time rather than typing it out over and over.  This way, you can all refer to it for insturctions each time! 

I am proud to tell you that we now have over 100 members in our blog ring!  For now that is.  Because occasionally I come across a blog that has not posted at all, I'll go ahead and delete them from the blog ring.  Those who have never participated in our challenges are encouraged to please join in!

During the course of this challenge, Queenlizzy mentioned that she had an idea for a writing challenge. . . so, hopefully, our next writing challenge (2006-11) is already in the works. . .check back for updates on this.

Thank you all for your participation!  It is So appreciated!

Hugs~Kween

EDIT:

Do to circumstances beyond her control, Queenlizzy will have to hold off on hosting a new challenge.  Her husband was promoted at his job and they are having to move to Alaska in the next few weeks!  I don't want any more pressure on her than she already has, so I asked her if we should hold off and she thought that would be best.  In the mean time, if any of the rest of you have any ideas and would like to guest host, just let me know.  I'll be giving it some thought myself!

 

 

Posted 8/8/2006 at 10:51 PM

12 Comments
Great idea on putting the info in the custom mod... you rock Kween
Posted 8/8/2006 at 11:22 PM by MsCatbert2You
Nice touch adding the directions, if only I was the type to follow them.... (GRIN). Love the new layout! Very chic!
Posted 8/8/2006 at 11:26 PM by azcason

Yes, lets wait ok?

Posted 8/9/2006 at 9:38 AM by Muzwah

Alaska?  Yowza.  I hope the move goes smoothly.

I like the new layout too.  Very chic.

Posted 8/9/2006 at 9:52 PM by Anonymous

I love your background!!!
Classy and royal, hehe.

I really enjoyed the challenge. Looking forward to the next one already.
I will give some thoughts on writing challenges and let you know if something pops up, okay?

Hugs
~L~

Posted 8/9/2006 at 11:47 PM by Anonymous
100 is so great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  :)
Posted 8/9/2006 at 4:19 PM by neuroticfitchmom

First, thank you! really, from the bottom of my heart. I always find your words so comforting. It seems as though you know just the right thing to say and just when I really need to hear it. Like today. Lets just say I'm having a down day. I did read your "changes" post and I could definitely relate. It's like from that moment on you know you are forever changed. I knew it then and I still see the changes unfold all the time. Of course, I hate it, just like you must have and I'm sure still do, I so badly long to go back in time. For me, it's hard to explain, but it's never fully hit me yet. I know that I have not accepted the reality. It's like I logically know it has happened but I dont feel it. I handled it all exceptionally well for the short time that I went back home for the services, I was in schock really, and I've had a few melt downs since I got back here but for the most part being here so far away has allowed me to me to pretend and I am pretty good at it. I have learned to numb myself. I too think of her several times a day. So many little things remind me of her. Like you, I even forget for a minute and pick up the phone to call her. Also, I was extremely dependant upon my mom even after I moved away so I can relate with what you said about having to grow up and be the person and mom she taught you to be. The move is another thing, I struggle with that everyday. How I never should have done it and all the time I missed. It was heartbreaking for me to move but I had no choice because it was the best way we could provide my daughter with a good life.I suppose its normal to think about all the regrets. I feel fortunate to say that I dont have many. I actually think that it was in Gods plan for me to move away. So that I could grow up some and learn to be without my mother. Sort of preparing me for what was to shortly come.

However, I am now terrified since I will be going home soon and will no longer be able to live in denial. In a way I understand that its good because if I stayed far away forever I would just continue on like this and that is not healthy. But now its almost like its happening all over again. I can feel it just bubbling under the surface and it really scares me. I know I must go and confront it but I feel like theres never truly any closure. Sure I will cry and grieve but when all that is said and done she still wont be here and I will still miss her and my life will remained forever changed. I cant see how that will make it any easier or me any better. I feel like my breath is snatched away when I think about the rest of my life and being here forever without her. That just seems unbearable.

I'm so sorry for writing so much! It's just really conforting to talk with someone who truly understands your pain. Thank you : )

Posted 8/10/2006 at 2:35 AM by anirive6

Hey Ms.KK...

I am SO SORRY ABOUT TUESDAY.!!!! Some things came up at home and I was unable to get on even to respond to comments on my own site.. I AM SO SORRY GIRL.. I know that made for a terriable host huh??? lol

THANKS IT WAS GREAT DOING IT THOUGH...

I will do it again soon!!! I had fun trying to keep up... lol I will make sure next time I am better prepared.. and plan it all out before I even bring another idea to you lol!!!!

Aight.. lol Thanks for for acknowlegling me.. I am so glad everyone LOVED MY IDEA AND HAD FUN WITH IT...

 Brought lots of new visitors to my site!!! YEA!!! We love that!!

*HUGS* Ok I will catch up with ya very soon!!!

Thanks again for giving me the privlege of doing it!!!!

Sorry I let you down on Tuesday AGAIN!! *frowns=(*

~hugs and love~ Leslie

xoxoxoxo

Posted 8/9/2006 at 6:49 PM by Ms_BeautyExpert
I'm glad you put the instructions for the challenge--but I don't know anything about linking.  Is there a site that helps with that? Kirby
Posted 8/9/2006 at 5:17 PM by kirby1960

To All:

Today, Saturday the 12th of August I am asking each of you to pray for a young lady who has recently tried to commit suicide. Do not even know her true name. I know that the LORD knows who we will be talking to HIM about…Bless each and every one of you for doing this…Sis Pris

Posted 8/12/2006 at 10:21 AM by Missyprisie
My letter is written!
Posted 8/23/2006 at 12:49 PM by PrincessFiveandDime

dang, I joined and really don't when I am suppose to post anything. What I am suppose to do check every day? Will this get answered ? I am really confused with this blog..thanks

hugs

vanida

Posted 8/11/2006 at 8:39 AM by Vanida_Angel

Sunday August 6, 2006

 M'Ladies

Here is everyone who has posted for the challenge..

Have fun getting to each others sites..

I will be back and forth checking to see who has posted so bare with me if your name is'nt there yet.. Some posted a day early so you may have to scroll back a post to see their list..

Thanks everyone who participated

Your Royal Host...

Ms_BeautyExpert

~Leslie~

  


 
 

 halomutiny

 
 


 


 


 


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 myseniormoments
 
 
You were already "fixed" when you wrote that Leslie. . .I always test the links before I leave!~Kween
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Posted 8/6/2006 at 9:55 PM

28 Comments

my post is up, girly.

~L~

Posted 8/6/2006 at 10:55 AM by Anonymous
I HAVE POSTED IT!! MINE IS UP!!
Posted 8/6/2006 at 1:20 PM by Ms_BeautyExpert

I posted at FourthChance:  http://www.xanga.com/FourthChance

Toodles, dahling!

Posted 8/6/2006 at 1:39 PM by FourthChance

I'm updated!

Posted 8/6/2006 at 8:4 PM by Anonymous
Very cool. Loving what I've seen of the other entries :-)
Posted 8/6/2006 at 2:35 PM by Building_A_Mystery
Mine is posted
Posted 8/6/2006 at 5:29 PM by Inge_the_Milkmaid
Hey baby!  Mine is FINALLY UP!  Sorry so late!  I had a hard time stopping!~K.K.
Posted 8/6/2006 at 6:19 PM by KoffeeKween
Posted 8/6/2006 at 8:2 PM by MsCatbert2You

maam, I will try to do this tomorrow, but my xanga time has been very limited as of late and I have so many people to honor! :)

A very neat idea!!

Posted 8/6/2006 at 10:10 PM by Anonymous

Thank you I have participated in your challenge as well have a wonderful week!

~Christine

Posted 8/7/2006 at 9:25 PM by Anonymous

this was a fantastic idea for a challenge!

my post is up! apologies for being late

Posted 8/7/2006 at 12:21 AM by kitty1982
BETTER LATE THAN NEVER.......HERE IS MINE!!!
Posted 8/7/2006 at 2:0 PM by pogueatl
I posted!
Posted 8/6/2006 at 8:6 PM by morla1972
I have posted this morning!
Posted 8/7/2006 at 8:51 AM by WakeUpLaughing
I have posted.
Posted 8/7/2006 at 12:29 AM by LittleLo_63
I am posted. I hope I am not too late.
Posted 8/7/2006 at 6:36 PM by Camping_Diva
I posted....I hope that's OK!!
Posted 8/6/2006 at 10:10 PM by AroundJoy
I'm up!
Posted 8/7/2006 at 6:15 AM by anirive6
Mine is done too! Thanks!
Posted 8/6/2006 at 10:12 PM by LIF1955

LOL @ THE ENDING REMARK YA EDITED MS.KWEEN.. LOL Ok glad they all work!!! lol I KNOW I SUCK!! LOL

Aight.. LOL I am so happy everyone seems to of  really loved my idea!!! Having fun getting to their sites to reading their post!!!

Posted 8/6/2006 at 11:43 PM by Ms_BeautyExpert
I posted my challenge!
Posted 8/8/2006 at 12:0 PM by Cindy_B

*courtesys*

Your Majesty, thank you for the reminder! I'd almost forgotten. I posted mine already.

Posted 8/8/2006 at 1:0 AM by LadyEowynofRohan
My list is posted (finally).  Sorry that it took me so long.  It took me all afternoon to write "nice" things about these women.  Pffft!  :-P
Posted 8/8/2006 at 6:24 PM by Dallawalla

Thank you, thank you, thank you!  I assumed that I was in it, too.  I thought it was odd when I didn't see my name in the 'ring list so I looked at my site and all of my memberships had disappeared.  I can only guess that it was tied to the shut down/restoration of my site.  I certainly didn't remove myself from the blogrings. 

It's fixed now and that's all that matters.  {v}

Posted 8/8/2006 at 7:26 PM by Dallawalla

I finally got mine finished and posted! Xanga was having some hiccuphs this afternoon!! AARGH! It is HERE.

Posted 8/7/2006 at 9:52 PM by azcason
I did the challenge before I joined.....just like most things I do...LOL
Posted 8/8/2006 at 2:15 PM by myseniormoments
awwww man, I just missed it...my fault
Posted 8/8/2006 at 12:17 AM by drowzdragon