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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: 42 Date: 23 Dec 04 - 09:49 AM today is a good day because; my kids are both safe at home we are snowed in with most of our Christmas preparation under control; I can walk to a grocery store. j |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Paco Rabanne Date: 23 Dec 04 - 10:23 AM Today is a good day because I have just discovered plain choclate Kit Kat,s, and continue to trounce Leadfingers at pinching 100th posts. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: LilyFestre Date: 23 Dec 04 - 08:37 PM Today is a good day because: 1. I got a special card from someone I miss dearly. 2. I spent the day with my husband, ALL DAY! 3. Our house did not blow away today (if you live in Northern PA, you'd know WHY this is a good thing today!) 4. I did something creative today. :) Michelle |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: GUEST,Blushing catter Date: 23 Dec 04 - 10:56 PM I have my partner here all christmas and not only that....he's cooking the dinner |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: GUEST,not blushing catter Date: 24 Dec 04 - 05:36 AM I don't have a partner here all Christmas and not only that.....I'm cooking dinner |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: LilyFestre Date: 30 Jan 05 - 08:18 PM Today is a good day because I got a dryer after being without one for almost 6 months! Who knew a dryer could be so exciting? *G* Michelle |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Jerry Rasmussen Date: 30 Jan 05 - 09:41 PM Hey, Michelle: Today is a good day because my wife and I went to an uplifting, Spirit-filled church today... a black church where there is a lot of rejoicing, and the male chorus doesn't hold anything back. I didn't have to shovel a lot of snow, we had a leisurely afternoon and then watched the movie Grand Canyon on DVD. It was a good day from the moment that I woke up without pain, opened my eyes and could see, and had arms to embrace my wife. I could walk across the room on my own, enjoy a simple breakfast of cold cereal and turn on the gas fireplace to take the chill off the back room. Some people realize how blessed their lives are when they lose their mobility, or their sight, or a loved one. Or they lose a job, or fall on bad fortune and have to scrape by for the next meal. I don't want to wait until I lose something before I appreciate it. I want to be able to look back and say, "Yes, I lived every moment and praised God for every blessing." Everything in life is a gift. Jerry |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: LilyFestre Date: 30 Jan 05 - 09:56 PM Hey Jerry, I agree with you!!!! I found today to be a good day for many reasons: My grandfather fell in the bathroom and while he was mad, he is ok! My grandmother was able to help him up! I spent the day with the love of my life! I played with the dogs! I cooked a new recipe and it turned out great! Not only that, but it's good for me too! The skies were blue and the sun was shining! My diabetes is under control! I cleaned out the fridge and didn't find anything growing! I listened to some great music! I hit repeat about 6 times to Soldier's Joy as I sang along and wished I had a bohdran (or however you spell it) to play along as I was riding in the truck! I feel healthy today! I got mail from 2 friends! I made a date with someone for today and completely forgot about it and she isn't mad at me!!! I found a baby shower card and a congratulations card for my girlfriend who is having TWINS! Okay...that's enough for now! It has been a lovely day in many respects and it isn't just one or two things that have made today a good day. I can't speak for anyone else here, but making particular note of the good things is good for me. I might just start posting here everyday. :) I used to live in Atlanta and attended church on the south side of Atlanta...black southern gospel churches....I LOVED THEM!!! The music and the people were incredible...consider yourself a lucky man! Michelle |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Jerry Rasmussen Date: 30 Jan 05 - 10:25 PM My diabetes is under control completely, too.. and has been for many months, just with excercise, diet and losing weight. I'm a lot healthier since I found out I have diabetes.. Jerry |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Jerry Rasmussen Date: 30 Jan 05 - 10:34 PM Oh, yes: My wife and I visited our former next door neighbor who has Alzheimers and is in a nursing home. He's been there a couple of years now. A week after he went into the home, his wife had a heart attack and died... a real tragedy and almost impossible for him to deal with, with all the confusion he has in his mind every day. Today he recognized us when we came in the room, and was talking lucidly. Sometimes when we visit, he doesn't know who we are. It was good to see him, and see him break into a big grin when we walked into his room. Jerry |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Liz the Squeak Date: 31 Jan 05 - 04:31 PM I went swimming yesterday for the first time in years - actually had the energy to go!! And I found a second bird nest in my garden.. I shall be there watching baby blue tits take their first flights in May/June. LTS |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: LilyFestre Date: 31 Jan 05 - 05:24 PM Today is a good day because it is finally warm enough to enjoy being outside!!! It is 35 degrees F outside....I washed my car! I played with the dogs in the snow! I cleaned out my car (okay...so now I have to find my kitchen table....but at least my car is clean)!!!!! Today is also a good day because I've managed to NOT get sick while everyone around me at school seems to be feeling yucky. I think it's my mantra...WASH YOUR HANDS! WASH YOUR HANDS! WASH YOUR HANDS! I do NOT want to get sick...NO NO NO!!! Michelle :) |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: LilyFestre Date: 03 Feb 05 - 07:47 AM Today is a good day because it smells and feels like SPRING outside!!!! WOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Michelle :) |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Catherine Jayne Date: 03 Feb 05 - 07:57 AM Today is a good day because I figured out how to dress myself without having to ask for help (for those of you who don't don't I spent a week in hospital after having surgery on my leg) MudGuard is visiting on his way to Liz the Squeaks before going to Loughstock. Its only 5 days until the cast on my leg comes off and I will be able to leave the house!!! |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Crystal Date: 03 Feb 05 - 08:02 AM Today is a good day because The Navy Lark is on BBC7, I've got a dance class tonight and my experiments are going well! |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Liz the Squeak Date: 03 Feb 05 - 08:22 AM Good one today wasn't it.... next week the free gift is 18" of yoyo string! Today is a good day because Mudguard arrives later!!! A cat is warming his bed even now! LTS |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: GUEST,Bill the Collie Date: 03 Feb 05 - 08:41 AM My big blue plastic box arrived by post. It is entitled PERSONAL INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO. It is a free gift from a firm of Money Managers. Heaven, I'm in heaven. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Layah Date: 03 Feb 05 - 07:50 PM Today was a good day because it was the first time in a while I was truly in a good mood. And I did Highland dancing yet I can still walk. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Tannywheeler Date: 03 Feb 05 - 08:33 PM 'Cuz I read the Spatula thread on Mudcat Forum -- and we met Layah. Tw |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: LilyFestre Date: 03 Feb 05 - 08:46 PM Today is a good day because I lost 6.5 pounds this week. WOO HOOO! Michelle :) |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Jerry Rasmussen Date: 03 Feb 05 - 10:40 PM I think I found them, Michelle.. Not really. But today was a fine day... pretty uneventful.. downright ordinary, not exciting, quiet, peaceful, slow. But there is always music (I copied a CD of the Gospel Messengers for you today, Michelle which will be on it's way as soon as I copy a second one.) Been reading a challenging book recommended by my son Aaron. How great is it when your kids recommend books to you? Way cool. Sometimes quiet is good. Slow is too. Jerry |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Bunnahabhain Date: 04 Feb 05 - 04:08 PM We get to see each other after far too long. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Bunnahabhain Date: 05 Feb 05 - 12:23 PM Today is a good day for Crystal because she got a great review for one of her stories on Fanfiction.net. I'm a happy little bunny now. *BOUNCE BOUNCE BOUNCE CRASH sorry!* Crystal |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: GUEST,Rosanna Date: 05 Feb 05 - 12:23 PM Today is a good day because I'm going on holiday next week! Don't really know the connection but o well lol :) |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Mudlark Date: 06 Feb 05 - 12:43 AM ...for the first time in 3 weeks I think I'm finally getting over this cold, which has been holding on like grim death. And it's warm and sunny in the afternoons, and I was able to get my fountain working again. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: LilyFestre Date: 12 Feb 05 - 08:42 PM Today is a good day because I was finally able to connect with a gentleman who I have been wanting to meet for over a month now. Long story made short.....he has been playing a violin for over 80 years. This summer someone stole his violins and he has been heartbroken....so heartbroken that his story made the local paper on Christmas morning. Tomorrow I will be meeting him for breakfast at his church, listening to him play his mouth organ and then giving him a violin. Just talking with him on the phone makes my entire being smile. :) I can't wait to meet him! Michelle |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Jerry Rasmussen Date: 12 Feb 05 - 08:56 PM See the thread "Today" Jerry |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Azizi Date: 12 Feb 05 - 10:50 PM Because out of the blue Jerry invited me to read this thread and I am reminded to count my blessings. My daughter and her friend just arrived home safely from a trip to Hong Kong. Her uncle who was to meet her at the airport in New York was involved in a major accident, but he is now in stable condition. I did some gigs for Black History month and I am not totally broke. And I have friends whom I've never ever seen. Thanks Jerry. I needed this boost. It helped me push away my sadness. Right on time. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: GUEST,Art Thieme Date: 12 Feb 05 - 11:10 PM ...because the nursing home called and told us we'd better get to the hospital becuse Carol's elderly aunt was in very bad shape and was being transported there -- and we ought to be ready to decide if we wanted the hospital to use aggressive means to keep her alive -- or not--------but it was another false alarm. It was only her blood sugar being down to 6 (yes, six), while earlier in the day it had been up to 650 (that's SIX-FIFTY). But now she IS stable!! Soooo, all's well that ends well, I suppose. Yet another good day! Art Thieme |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Bobert Date: 12 Feb 05 - 11:30 PM Yeah, seems that I gotta a little nudge as well... But a good nudge... Today was a day of being with folks I love: P-Vine (of course), my blues friends at Archie Edwards Barber Shop like, ahhhhh, Mike Baytop, Miles Spicer, Donna Fletcher, Pat Casey, Jim Lande, Elenor Ellis, Trea, Kim, Shippy, Pearl, Jeff, Julie, N.J. Warren, mah'main man, Nap Brundage, Big Tom, Bill Thompson (mah other main man), Vince "Harp Boy" Farrabaugh, Carl, Jesse, Mr. Hodge, Paul the "Photo Geek"... an' my frined Clarence Turner, who in MO is the finest blues player in the area... An' well, I reckon if yer gonna take the goodness fromn this day above the bounty that I have allready been blessed with, I'd have to say 100 times outta a hundred it's being able to interact with my friends here at Mudcat, as well as at Tweedsblues, so... ... you all, ahhhhh, are all good. ...sniff.... Bobert |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: GUEST,bflat Date: 13 Feb 05 - 11:37 PM I was invited to a concert where Linda Tillery and The Cultural Heritage Choir put on a great performance. These folks are so talented. They are so much more than singers as their vocals are truly instruments. Awesome! Fantastic! Great Musicianship! Ellen |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Peace Date: 14 Feb 05 - 12:57 AM There are three columns in the paper I look at. I was in the Hatched column 57 years back. I was in the Matched column 25 years back. I ain't been in the Dispatched column yet. When I looked today I weren't there. That's a good thing, IMO. All people will not agree. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: JennyO Date: 14 Feb 05 - 11:10 AM Brucie, your post reminded me of this poem: I'm Fine, Thank You! There is nothing the matter with me, I'm as healthy as I can be. I have arthritis in both my knees And when I talk, I talk with a wheeze. My pulse is weak, and my blood is thin, But I'm awfully well for the shape I'm in. Arch supports I have for my feet, Or I wouldn't be able to be on the street. Sleep is denied me night after night, But every morning I find I'm all right. My memory is failing, my head's in a spin But I'm awfully well for the shape I'm in. The moral is this as my tale I unfold - That for you and me who are growing old, It's better to say "I'm fine" with a grin, Than to let folks know the shape we are in. How do I know that my youth is all spent? Well, my "get up and go" has got up and went. But I really don't mind when I think with a grin, Of all the grand places my "get up" has been. Old age is golden I've heard it said. But, sometimes I wonder as I get into bed. With my ears in the drawer, my teeth in a cup, My eyes on the table until I wake up. Ere sleep overtakes me, I say to myself "Is there anything else I could lay on the shelf?" When I was young my slippers were red, I could kick my heels over my head. Now I am old my slippers are black, I walk to the store and puff my way back. I get up each morning and dust off my wits And pick up the paper and read the "Obits", If my name is still missing I know I'm not dead, So I have a good breakfast and go back to bed. Author Unknown |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Cluin Date: 16 Feb 05 - 05:49 PM What is best in life? In the words of Arnold from years ago: To crush your enemies! To see them driven before you! And to hear the lamentation of the women... That is what is best in life! And now he's running California. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: LilyFestre Date: 16 Feb 05 - 05:58 PM Today is a good day because....well, just because it is, right? *sigh* Let's see....today is a good day because our water wasn't frozen and I was able to take a nice long hot shower this morning. The car started and I found some neat books. That will do for the moment. Michelle |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Jerry Rasmussen Date: 19 Feb 05 - 09:12 AM Today is a good day because my friends the Messengers are coming up to our home for practice this morning. ANy day when you're singing with friends is a good day. I also woke up at 4:30 this morning, with words to a new song forming in my head. I got right up and started working on it, which means I'll be a little blury-eyed for practice. It's also a good day because I got the Master CD from Dennis Cook of Handful of Songs. I've been waiting to put it out on CD for at least ten years and thanks to Dennis, it's finally going to happen. I might add that, as I PM'd brucie, today is The Good, The Bad and the Downright Ugly. Good days don't mean that there aren't any distressing things happening. Or even depressing things. It's a balance, most days. If there was a thread (and I'm definitely not encouraging anyone starting one) Today Is A Bad Day Because, I could post to that one, too. No one said life would be easy. "One thing certain we all know All things wil come to pass So when the darkness blinds the light We know it will not last" And that's enough of a reason to make this a good day. Even if it's bad, too.. Jerry |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: MaineDog Date: 19 Feb 05 - 10:20 AM Today is a good day because the Lord has made it and I haven't messed it up quite yet. MD |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Jerry Rasmussen Date: 19 Feb 05 - 03:48 PM And another good thing about today is that I just booked an evening of either blackgrass or blue gospel... not sure which, with the Gospel Messengers and Shoregrass sharing a concert in April. I do believe that we'll fly away.. Jerry |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Col K Date: 19 Feb 05 - 09:04 PM Well done Jerry I hope the new CD comes out well. All the best Colin |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: LilyFestre Date: 19 Feb 05 - 11:20 PM Today is a good day because I had a baby shower for my friend who is having twins. Also, I just returned home from a bluegrass concert featuring Grass Stained Genes and Dan Paisley and Southern Grass. Amazing...simply AMAZING! It's been awhile since I've seen some live music and it was nice to observe people playing as well as to listen to them....it was inspiring! Michelle :) |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: LilyFestre Date: 20 Feb 05 - 04:26 PM Today is a good day because I got to sleep in! When I woke up, Mr. Festre had swept the floors and was doing the dishes...WOOO HOOOO!!!! Also, the snow storm that was predicted to start by 3:00pm has not yet started....perhaps it will start later and be enough for the schools to close for the day....cross your fingers...I'm liking this staying at home, sleeping in, slacking on the chores business! *G* Michelle PS....Really now, I gouged a nice deep trench in my right index finger a day or two ago and My Love knows that the soapy water makes my wound burn like the dickens...so he was being extra kind and sweet for taking care of my chores this morning! :) |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Layah Date: 22 Feb 05 - 07:27 AM Today is a good day because I feel good and decided it would be. Even though all the snow melted and it's raining and/or hailing. But I got to sleep in, which heals all wounds (or all wounds caused by lack of sleep). |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Crystal Date: 22 Feb 05 - 07:47 AM Today is good because I feel all happy and positive (I've been kind of depressed reciently!) and I'm looking for songs to terrorise a bus full of unfortunates with. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Catherine Jayne Date: 22 Feb 05 - 07:57 AM Today is a good day because I have arranged the day to go back to work. My knee is healing fine and I can get around without my crutches now!!! The wedding and handfasting plans are coming along nicely. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: wysiwyg Date: 22 Feb 05 - 11:04 AM Today is a good day because yesterday-- and I could feel it happening-- the antiviral meds I am on kicked the stuffing out of the shingles I came down with. Not a cure but a serious ass-kicking. I'll still rest when I need to, but I feel like I am actually IN this day and I MIGHT get a thing (or even two) actually done! ~S~ |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: LilyFestre Date: 22 Feb 05 - 11:50 AM Today is a good day because my husband is sleeping peacefully after being sick all night. Michelle PS. Glad you are feeling more like yourself Susan! :) |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: Jerry Rasmussen Date: 22 Feb 05 - 01:16 PM Today is a good day because I woke up to a beautiful blue sky and a beautiful wife lying next to me. We did our monthly program at the nursing home and got people singing. That's always a blessing. At the end, one woman said she "felt good all over." Doesn't get much better than that, although tonight when I have practice with the Messengers it just might. Get a chance to play two new songs I've written for them. And, it isn't even snowing. Yet. Jerry |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: saulgoldie Date: 22 Feb 05 - 02:37 PM I lived through my test in Spanish class. I may yet become a speaker. Hey, how do youse guys know when a thread is on the verge of a centennial? |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: saulgoldie Date: 22 Feb 05 - 02:37 PM Oh, nevermind. Duh! |
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Subject: RE: BS: Today Is A Good Day Because...... From: saulgoldie Date: 22 Feb 05 - 02:38 PM Oh, ME!!! |
