"Like mother Like Daughter..." 'Susana Summers'

Guest blogger Susan'a Summers lives on the stupendous island of Maui. She resides A 'Shackteau'(sic)within a mango forest, bathes in waterfalls and although no 'Oprah is constantly entertained by the drama of the forests inhabitants, seen and unseen...

I LOVE animals and  always have. Love to have them around me. Love to watch stories of Jane Goodall, Saba, Jacques Cousteau et al.

I had the closest to a child for me in a cat named Chiyono who was born in my bed and died in my bed and my constant companion for fifteen years while men came and went. I now have a new cat, a Refugee  from up the hill who saw a sucker and a good spot and moved in and  would not leave. Well I take a little responsibility for that I mean if Angelina Jolie took in all those Kids, Hey I could take care of One  Cat.

I have birds that I feed, Birdikins the Cardinal and White Eye the Thrush and The Finch Family. I have a Gecko that lives in my teapot and a Lizard that eats honey off my spoon. I have not fixed the leak in my outdoor shower because it is a refuge that cools the frogs  during a drought.

For a little short of a year beginning last summer, I had a pet spider named 'Spidey.' 'Spidey' set up shop in my kitchen. I always  wondered the attraction since with screens and doors there was not  much activity in there. Genetically a Jewish Mom , I worried about Spidey. So I decided I would SUBSIDIZE Spideys diet. At first I was  out there in the grass catching grasshoppers that I would throw in her  web. Then I would find insects already at rest which left the Buddhist  in me more at Peace.

As a Child I loved Aesop's fables and as an Adult. I always look for meaning, Spidey was a metaphor. How Success can depend on where you string your Web in Life. Spiders outdoors had an endless supply of grasshoppers, bees and the like. Spidey would not have had it so easy without me. I had no experience having a spider as a pet but I can only assume Spidey was healthy and had a good life  for she stayed in her web for life when others outside would move  constantly. Every night or so I stood fascinated while I watched her rebuild her web. And she had 9 silk sacs of Babies. Eggs were birthed  in the middle of the night and if I happen to be lucky enough to wake  up on one of those nights I stood there in my nightgown for hours with a flash light and magnifying glass watching Spidey Lay eggs that glistened like little pearls. And I was often lucky enough to watch their birth.

It was a peaceful existence for Spidey. There was one event we will  both will never forget. Sometimes my kitchen door swings open in the wind. I went in the kitchen one day to find a big dove in there trying to find its way out. When It was gone I noticed Spidey was also gone.What was that song ? On the Wings of A Dove.....or was it On the Wings  of Love? I envisioned Spidey on to her next home. And the kitchen and  a part of me felt empty. Until, there after a short passage of time  emerged Spidey from behind the refrigerator, and she climbed onto the safety of my welcoming arm, which transported her back to where she  spent the first part of her life, and where she spent the last part of  her life.

Brought to mind once a story of my mother and HER spider. I was on the phone with her and abruptly she said "Hold On Will Ya".....she put the  phone down and as I listened closely trying to figure out what was
going on I heard her exclaim......Get off my bed you Damn Jackass. UHG !!! My NEW Clean SHEETS !!! And  then the fatal FLUSH !!!!

 Like mother Like Daughter ?Not this Time !!!

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"Find Pleasure in the Small Things in Life..." 'Judith Whitehead'

Dakinetalk welcomes back  guest blogger Judith Whitehead. Judy is a friend who is happily married with two adult sons, she resides in Amherst, N.Y, and has worked in the ophthalmology field for more than 25 years...Read the blog, we all need to be more positive, Mahalo Judy

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It is during hard times that our country is encountering, that we need to reflect on what is important in our lives. Lord only knows there are enough things going on around us that can bring us to an all time low. The country is in financial disarray, we are still sending troops to Iraq and American families are loosing loved ones every day; unemployment is at an all time high in our country, and many families are struggling to make ends meet.

We need to focus on the positives that our country has to offer because it is still among one of the best places to live in the entire world. The freedoms we get to exercise do not even compare to those of other countries. We are able to live where we want to, worship in the way we choose and our children are still entitled to get an education where ever they may live. We have welfare for those in need and unemployment for those who have been unfortunate to have lost their jobs. We have shelters for homeless and soup kitchens for the needy. These may seem insignificant points to some, but think of the many countries that don’t even offer these things to their suffering.

During these difficult times we must reflect on the positive things in our lives; what is really important to us. First and foremost, our good health is the most important issue. Without it, nothing is possible. Those who have had a difficult life because of health threats can empathize. Our friends, and loved ones and our families and coworkers are who bring us the most joy throughout the day. Without them, we would be empty. We still have the ability to seek work, educate ourselves and live where we so choose. If we rise in the morning to great another day we are ahead of the game. Life brings hope, and opportunities may be just around the corner. We need to take time to enjoy the simple pleasures of life; beauty all around us costs nothing to enjoy. We need to not dwell on the past and instead look to the future for hope and opportunities. Positive things can happen to positive thinkers. I am a confirmed believer that attitude directly affects our futures; a “sour” one only beings misery to ourselves and all around us. No one wants to be around a person with a “bad” or a defeatist attitude; especially when seeking employment, that attitude will come through on an interview believe it or not. It may not be from something you say; it can be body language alone. People want to be around positive people, it’s contagious.

Next time you are feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders, take time to enjoy a sunrise, the leaves that are bold and bright with color, a new snowfall glistening in the sunlight, the smell of the morning cold air, the gentle sound of rain on the window, or a walk through the park. Take time to contact someone you have been thinking about and haven’t spoken to in a long time. These simple pleasures can make us feel renewed,
again and can help you think more clearly. When you come down to it, it’s the simple pleasures in life that can bring the most joy. Where there is life, there is always hope for another day; each one better than the last. So we must make an effort to live for today, and not waste time on worrying about what has passed and not what may happen in the future.

"COMPLETE & FINISHED..!"

No English dictionary has been able to explain the difference between the two words COMPLETE and FINISHED, in a way that's easy to understand.

Some people say there is no difference between COMPLETE and FINISHED.

I beg to differ because there is.
When you marry the right woman, you are "COMPLETE".
And when you marry the wrong one, you are "FINISHED"!
And when the right one catches you with the wrong one, you are "COMPLETELY FINISHED"!

Much Mahalo to Anonymous emailer for submitting yet another wonderful insight, this time on language.

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"Welfare and jobs..."

A guy walked into the local welfare office to pick up his cheque. He marched straight up to the counter and said, "Hi. You know, I just HATE drawing welfare. I'd really rather have a job."

The social worker behind the counter said, "Your timing is excellent.. We just got a job opening from a very wealthy old man who wants a Chauffeur and bodyguard for his beautiful daughter.

You'll have to drive around in his 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL550 and he will supply all of your clothes. Because of the long hours, meals will be provided. You'll also be expected to escort the daughter on her overseas holiday trips.

This is rather awkward to say, but you will also have to, as part of your job assignment, satisfy her sexual urges as the daughter is in her mid-20's and has a rather strong sex drive."

The guy, just plain wide-eyed said, "You're bullshittin' me!"The social worker said, "Yeah, well ... You started it”

This was submitted by my brother-in-law Marvin Gross who resides in the suburbs of Buffalo New York and is an investment counselor. He is pictured above with my sister Linda.  Mahalo Nui Loa Marvin!
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"DUH..!"

This is in George W. Bush's hometown of Crawford Texas, maybe George was the mastermind behind dis one?   Read all about it..

These contractors are installing steel pillars in concrete to stop vehicles from parking on the pavement outside a Sports Bar in downtown Crawford,Texas. They are now in the process of cleaning up at the end of the day and anxious to go home.

How long do you think it'll be before they realize where they parked their truck?

This was passed on to dakinetalk from Chester Lau of Honolulu Hawai'i.   Mahalo Chester...

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"The Best Legal advise..."

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Dakinetalk welcomes back guest blogger Harmony... We are hoping to run a Harmony blog every Wednesday and call it "Harmonic Wednesday!" Please enjoy!

This is a story about my mom and why she is my hero It is because of how she handled an upsetting situation. She had just had her hair done at the beauty parlor and was walking back to her car. She noticed it was raining slightly. So, she put on a rain bonnet. It turned out wearing that rain bonnet was a very wise choice.

She had parked far away and was walking along a paved walkway through somebody’s yard as a short cut to get to her car. She had traversed this path many times before and never had a problem. But today, the woman who lived in this house was waiting for her in ambush. As my mother began crossing, the woman threw a bucket of water at her screaming, “YOU’RE TRESPASSING. YOU’RE TRESPASSING!” My mother was in such a state of cold, wet shock, she couldn't say or do anything. After all, she WAS trespassing. So, what could she say or do? The woman was blocking her way. So, there was nothing my mother could do but to turn around and go back the way she came walking to her car the long way through the streets.

As she walked along the street soaking wet, my mother came to a man who was sweeping his driveway. She felt embarrassed to be walking through the streets of our town dripping wet and that she needed to justify herself to this man She explained what had happened . He was very sympathetic and said, “Lady, that is terrible. I am so sorry that something like that happened to you. But you know what you can do? Next time you need a place to park, you can park in my driveway. It is perfectly okay. Just remember anytime you need a place to park, you can park here. But you know what the real problem is? The real problem is all these Jews moving into our community.”

It just so happened that my mother is one of “those Jews.” Her response explains why she is my hero. As she turned to go, walking away in her dripping, wet dress, she replied to him, “Well, it just wasn't a very Christian thing to do.”

The postscript to this story is that after my mother arrived home, she was still very upset. The rest of the family was not yet home, and my mother needed to talk to somebody. She went over to our next door neighbors who were good friends and told them what happened. It just so happened that the husband in that family was an attorney. He offered to write a letter to the woman who had thrown the bucket of water. He didn't write to the man who had uttered the ethnic slur. although my mother had revealed that part of the story as well. These neighbors were not Jewish, and my mother was usually self conscious talking to non-Jewish people about topics that related to Judaism. However, in this case, she was so upset that the whole story spilled out. I realized later it was quite appropriate for her to divulge the whole story because not only was this man an attorney, but he also, happened to be an attorney for the ACLU! (The American Civil Liberties Union)

However, he only wrote to the woman who had tossed the bucket of water. He politely, suggested that instead of throwing water, she could post a no trespassing sign. Of course, my mother never trespassed through that lady’s yard again. Nor did she park in the driveway of the man who had told her she could park. After all, if he found out her religion he might also throw a bucket of water- or worse! After her beauty appointment, my mother walked the long way through the streets to reach her car. She did notice though that the woman had posted a no trespassing sign.
 
 My best legal advice to you would be to post a no trespassing sign before you resort to dousing an innocent trespasser with a bucket of water! It also would not hurt to have an ACLU attorney as a neighbor who would be willing to write to the bigot and explain he should avoid ethnic slurs because he never knows to whom he might be talking.

"The best invention since the automobile..."

OK, I know I'm  dwelling on this thing about Japanese scientists turning human feces into meat, this is my last blog on it, promise! :D)

Jesus can turn water into wine and Japanese scientists can turn human feces into fillet Mignon

News has surfaced with the scientific discovery of human feces being made into edible meat. This may sound gross but is going to be a way to live a sustainable lifestyle without killing.

Will the PETA organization back this new found discovery, will Rabbi's kosher the meat since no killing happens?

This may be the best invention since the automobile or sliced bread.

Next time your waiter asks, "how do you want your steak." and you reply, "rear," watch out because that's exactly what you may get, and if they ask if you want a bake potato just reply, flies please.