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Bring on the Heat!
2009-09-07 16:43:00
But it’s one step closer to making pottery.  In my last post, or even one before that, I mentioned that I wanted to get my hands muddy again.  Needless to say, clay is the last thing on my mind right now because I’m feeling a bit swamped with school obligations, being a mom and also ...
Oh so tired?
2009-08-22 17:01:00
House Update: We have survived the move & the first week (technically it will be 1 week on Monday) in the new house and I am whipped – hence the lack of posts or visits from me. Construction inside the house is still ongoing which is challenging to live through to say the least, but ...
Miscellany Pottery and Food Chopper
2009-02-16 18:48:00
I’ve been making a little bit of pottery here and there, but not any type of production work per se.  Mostly, I’m making a few forms to test fire ceramic decals.  Hence, these forms have very limited ornamentation because that will come later after glazing.  I pulled the handles for these mugs which proved trying ...
Happy New Year!
2009-01-01 01:23:00
See ya next year, ~Cynthia
Earth Shelters, the Environment and Green Pottery Practices?
2008-11-12 21:29:00
Earth Shelter, builder unknown taken from http://conted.colorado.edu/prog-rams/independent-learning/susta-inable-practices/ Get ready for a woowoo post! With each passing year, I’m becoming crunchier.  It’s sort of a weird awakening, but that’s exactly what I feel is happening to me.  I’m waking up to the world around me and realizing that each individual is responsible for the earth’s safekeeping so that ...
Wiggle Wire Tool
2008-09-14 20:25:00
I’ve noticed that quite a few people use a “wiggle wire” to cut their freshly thrown mugs off of the pottery wheel head which gives the bottom textural interest and also negates the need to trim a foot.  I’ve wanted to try one for quite awhile and decided to attempt making a homemade one myself ...
I have?
2008-09-09 04:21:00
If you’re seeing this photo and shaking your head up and down in acknowledgment, or you’re shaking your head side to side and tsk-tsking, either way, you’re right - I’ve got nothing right now, at least not in terms of pottery or anything clay related and it doesn’t seem like the situation will be ameliorated ...
The Most Basic Ways to Save Cash In College Or Just Your Life In General Po
2008-04-27 00:06:00
These are simple saving tips that most overlook, but they do add up to large sums of cash outlay that need not happen. Many graduates think that the six months they have before the required scheduled repayment of their various college debts seems like forever. The six months is nothing compared to the years and years of payments ahead of you. A consolidation of student loans can make the monthly much less painful. Read more about finance and student loans.
Life in general
2008-03-26 22:28:00
I ask in the name of Jesus for blessings upon my mother, sister, brother, my children, my finaces , my life, my soul..I am in dire straits, but I am believing and trusting in you Lord…Amen - Tricia from Dallas,TX
Life in general is nuts
2008-01-28 20:24:00
I ask that I could be prayed for on one of these things. Life is just kinda rough. My college work is backed up and so much that I am scared I will fail, even though I am usually an A student. My dad is getting a divorce and he and his ...
The Trick To Balancing Poker And The Holidays (Or Life In General)
2007-12-24 06:50:00
First off, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! The holiday season is incredibly busy, and at times it can be quite difficult to balance poker with all the other facets of holiday life. It’s important to budget time to make sure you get some hours in during this busy season. However, there are many other things that are more ...
Life: in General
2007-10-11 14:48:00
The photo is an old one and it may have been on here before, but in my opinion it says something so I'm putting it up again.Sometimes life just beats the living hell out of you. It happens to all of us to one degree or another, but we're here until we're not so we might as well keep on standing.There was a time in my life during which if it were my job to be a road hazard barrel or whatever that thing is called, I'd had given up and been in the ditch a long time before this one was. People who persevere are inspirational whether they want or intend to be or not.With that said, what I thought would be one of those easy, laid back days of work isn't going to be. I've gotta drive out into fringe of civilization again. Actually to the fringe of civilization and then along it, before heading back into the city again. I must be back in the office by 3:30 this afternoon, so I can leave no later than nine. I'm glad that recently I've been more successful about waking up on tim...
Can The Chronic Whiners Stand The Truth About Life In general?
2007-09-24 02:20:00
Seeing that most if not all of the whiners that contribute to the Leftinistra rag, suitable only for recycled toilet paper, Huffington Postal have severe BDS and, support groups such as MoveOn, ANSWER and Code Pinko for Skanks, wouldn't know truth if it was shoved up their anal aperture, here is a hint.Get your heads up out of your ass.As soon as the mutants from the left figure out what this war is really about, the better off they will be. Unless, naturally, they intend to force their "progressive", read socialist, agendas down our throats and continue to offer aid and comfort to our enemies through their ignorance and stupidity.Catch the wave
LIFE in general
2007-09-11 23:48:00
Please god may Gina Be in Heaven. She was only 44 when she died and such a nice person. may my dad ’s problems soon come to an end it broke his heart when she died. and If i may humbly ask for me It’s been so long since i have been happy right now ...
Seriously?
2007-08-17 22:21:00
OK, I created my biography blog. It’s still very under construction, but here is my starter point: This Might Get Ugly. You can access it at all times on my About Moi - Biography page, and from there you can come back here at any time. Let me know what you think It’s a book ...
NEW SITE!!!
2007-06-04 08:04:00
SEE BELOW FOR REGULAR POSTSFYI: My author site is being re-vamped, which means my blog is, too. For those of you that have me on your blogroll as Gemini Wisdom (http://geminiwisdom.blogspot.c-om), you will need to change it to Celise Downs (www.celisedowns.com/blog). The new site will be unveiled this week and in honor of the new site--not to mention my birthday--I will be giving away plenty of goodies.Stay tuned for updates.
Change is a-comin'...
2007-05-28 08:05:00
And hopefully it'll be this week. As you can see from the above post, my author website is being re-vamped. It's been a long time coming, too. Two months to be exact. I was hoping to debut it sooner, but the company I went thru had to do some restructuring--and some catching up--and my designer had to step back from my project because nothing was turning out the way it should.I know all about that stepping back thing.But today she sent me a link of what she's done so far and it's FREAKIN' AWESOME. I'm dying to see the rest of the pages (the Book pages in particular). I had a vision of how I wanted this site to look. I had specific details for each page and specific images that I wanted to appear on each page.My designer took these instructions, ran down the court, jumped off the trampoline...and slam-dunked it!I can't wait to see the finished product and show it to all of you.Hope you like it.Note: I blogged about this a couple of months ago. If you'd like to read the explan...
What I've Done...
2007-05-26 02:51:00
...is bought Linkin Park's new CD "Minutes to Midnight."LOVE IT. LOVE IT. LOVE. IT.These guys are my #1 favorite group for one reason and one reason alone:consistency.I have all of their original CD's--and by original I mean original, not the remixes--and there is not one song I would skip over. More often than not, there are certain songs that I play over and over. And this time is no different. #7 Hands Held High is my all-time favorite on the new CD and the first time out, I played it 5 times in a row. I get chills and a tear in my eye every time I hear it. Powerful, powerful song. Besides #7, these are my other choice picks:#1 Wake - It's instrumental and I always like these type of interludes.#2 Given Up - this song is a total rush-head-bangin'-mosh pit-"break-your-neck" song. I put this one on repeat at least 3 times.#4 Bleed it Out - I call this the "Yee-Haw" song. It's a knee-slapper. I can see them singing this at their concert. This was a 3-peat as well.#6 What I've ...
The silliest things.
2007-05-25 04:04:00
So… I wrote 2 posts today. About that Harrisburg situation. Got a comment from that “still.playing” guy again. I was going to go even further. I tried to reply to him privately with that email that looked fake, but I get no response so I guess he doesn’t care or it’s really just a fake. Anyhow. Then, ...
Hometown Girl Does Good
2007-05-25 02:42:00
Draven will be happy to know that I've been watching A.I. for the past couple of weeks. Admittedly, I was hoping Melinda would win, but I think it's great that our very own Jordin Sparks won. The youngest at 17. Very cool. And she's so pretty, too.During the last two shows done at the Kodak Theater, the camera kept flashing into the crowd and I managed to catch a few famous faces:The Hoff (aka David Hasselhoff)Jennifer HudsonMarlee MatlinJeff FoxworthyDavid Allen GrierJerry SpringerRick SchroederWho did you see?
Lies and Deceptions, and Drum Corps News
2007-05-22 20:31:00
Part 1, lies and deceptions. Thanks to all the people that showed an interest in Shawn’s situation. Putting it out there finally gave some sort of results, meaning I now have a couple names to direct my anger towards, so the rest of the world is now safe. The thing is, the version I get from ...
The Year 2007 Overview: Gemini
2007-05-22 04:29:00
Today marks the first day for the sign of Gemini. My birthday is next month (the 5th) and according to Astrology.com, this is my yearly overview:Gemini thrives on change, variety and mental stimulation. You will attract these in all areas of your life, making for a very exciting year. Use your talent of looking at your emotions objectively to come to terms with them when you don't understand logically what's going on in your life. Emotions are like events to you, and you have the ability to categorize them well. Your ability to feel connected with people will help keep strong relationships going this year. Treat life's challenges as projects and you will inevitably figure out what's going on. You will make long strides in your career this year -- as long as you keep faith in yourself. The energy you put into your work will allow you to experience many material blessings in your home environment. Pay close attention to your own creative ideas. Many new inspirational ideas are com...
Protected: The Verdict Is In
2007-05-22 02:28:00
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Driving in Phoenix
2007-05-19 07:41:00
My friend, Davi, sent this to me the other day. For us native Phoenicians, this is completely true. For all visitors, snowbirds and random vacationers alike, read and learn:1.You must first learn to pronounce the city name. It is: "FEE-NICKS."2. The morning rush hour is from 5:00 a.m. to noon. The evening rush hour is from noon to 7:00 p.m. Friday's rush hour starts on Thursday morning.3. The minimum acceptable speed on most freeways is 85 mph. On Loop 101 your speed is expected to match the highway number. Anything less is considered "Wussy."4. Forget the traffic rules you learned elsewhere. Phoenix has its own version of traffic rules. For example, cars/trucks with the loudest muffler go first at a four-way stop; the trucks with the biggest tires go second. However, East Valley SUV-driving, cell-phone-talking moms ALWAYS have the right of way.5. If you actually stop at a yellow light, you will be rear-ended, cussed out, and possibly shot.6. Never honk at anyone. Ever. Seriously. ...
Protected: Nice Guys Finish Last?
2007-05-15 18:22:00
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Stop. Breathe Deeply. Relax. Start over.
2007-05-11 18:38:00
Yesterday was chaos. Shawn and I reached a peek of frustration about… everything. After writing my post, a show of support from the sweetest Renegade I know, going home with a huge Italian poutine and a bottle of red wine, I felt much better. Shawn went to play football with Steph all evening, returned home tired to a ...
Off my chest.
2007-05-09 20:03:00
I am so mad today. Attention: Private crap about to follow, if you don’t care, don’t read. Shawn, next time you call me to tell me you leave and don’t know when you’ll be back because you are mad at the world for not going your way, just say you’re going out running and visit the city. ...
S to the A to the R to the K
2007-05-08 07:06:00
I have been uplifted. I have been bathed in the warm and loving light that is SARK (Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy) and have been refreshed. This woman is one of my favorite authors and I gave up watching Heroes tonight so that I could see her at Changing Hands Bookstore. She's on tour promoting her new book Fabulous Friendship Festival: Loving wildly, learning deeply, living fully with our friends.I had brought my camera with every intention of getting my picture taken with her, but my batteries had gone dead (GARRRGH!). Probably from being overworked at my booksigning event on Saturday. So you'll just have to take my word for it that this woman is phenomenal by checking out these photos from her Succulent Pajama Party last year. For those you of that don't know---and have probably guessed by now--I HEART SARK. I discovered her through my best friend, who loaned me SARK's book, Succulent Wild Woman, and I've been a devoted follower ever since. If there was a cult in which SARK wa...
Connectile Dysfunction
2007-05-06 00:51:00
Just saw a Sprint-Nextel commercial that cracked me up. They show a sad-looking man holding his laptop at the airport. Apparently he can’t use his laptop like the other men at the airport because he does not have the mobile wifi Sprint card and so in essence he is sad because he is suffering from ...
Apparently, there really IS justice in this world
2007-05-05 01:58:00
And it starts on my birthday, no less. In Yahoo Headlines today: Paris Hilton going to jail for 45 days"Hilton... must go to jail on June 5 and she will not be allowed any work release, furloughs, use of an alternative jail or any electronic monitoring in lieu of jail, Superior Court Judge Michael T. Sauer ruled after a hearing." YES! (Snoopy dance inserted here)"As a city prosecutor said during closing arguments that Hilton deserved jail time, Hilton's mother, Kathy, laughed. When the judge ruled, Kathy Hilton then blurted out: "May I have your autograph?" Way to go, Mom. Whether that was meant to be sarcastic or not."Paris Hilton was among a series of witnesses who took the stand during the hearing. She maintained she was unaware her license was suspended and thought she was allowed to drive for work purposes." Work purposes? Since when is club hopping, shopping, and attending fashion shows considered to be work, you twit?"She said that when an officer who stopped her in January...
Not gonna happen
2007-05-04 00:01:00
In Yahoo Headlines today, Prosecutors want Paris Hilton in jail.As much as we'd all love to see this, it's not going to happen. Which truly pisses me off and I'll tell you why.Going to the closet and pulling out my soapbox.~ "Hilton, 26, pleaded no contest in January to reckless driving stemming from a Sept. 7 arrest in Hollywood. She was sentenced to 36 months probation, alcohol education and $1,500 in fines." She's a Hilton, for crissakes. They couldn't come up with a more expensive fine than $1500. That's chump change.~ "She was pulled over by California Highway Patrol on Jan. 15. Officers informed Hilton she was driving on a suspended license and she signed a document acknowledging she was not to drive, according to court papers."..."Hilton's spokesman, Elliot Mintz, said at the time she wasn't aware her license was suspended". So what the hell did she think she was signing? Her autograph for the cops kids?~ "Prosecutors say by signing the document after the first incide...
Her Tears Are Magic
2007-05-03 21:35:00
Wife crying hard… Hubby (worried): My dear what is wrong? Wife: You don’t ever hold me or talk to me anymore. You don’t seem to have any time for me. I fear you don’t love me and will leave me for someone else. Hubby wipes away her tears, holds her tight in his arms and kisses her forehead. Hubby: ...
A Whole Latte Trouble
2007-05-03 06:21:00
As you all know, I'm working on the first draft of Book Two in the DA series. A Whole Latte Trouble is about drugs. Guns. And rock'n'roll. Just kidding. Actually, it's the first two, money laundering...and one of Draven's favorite places. Shhh! Don't tell her. At least, not yet. She's going to be highly ticked when she finds out.As a writer, one of the many things I love to do is research. Even though I write fiction, there's always a bit of truth in my stories. Well, in all stories for that matter. Dan Poynter has a great e-newsletter called Publishers Marketplace where you can place an ad if you're looking for info. That's where I found the owner of a gun shop...who also knew a little sumpin'-sumpin' about drugs. I don't know if that's a good thing or not, but among other things, he gave me a couple of links to check out. One of which was the DEA website.But I digress.The one subject I didn't know a whole lot about was money laundering. I was under the mistaken impr...
H2O on the rocks, please...
2007-05-02 23:53:00
Yahoo Featured Headline today: Water Facts and Fiction: Do you really need eight glasses of water a day? Is bottled water better than tap? I love water. Water is my favorite drink. Now. When I was young, I drank nothing but grape juice. And it had to be the Welch's Grape Juice from the big can (y'know, like what Hawaiian Punch used to come in?). None of that frozen crap. But that's when I was young.Now, it's what I drink the majority of the time. Plain, not flavored. Preferably ice cold or on the rocks. Not shaken. Not stirred. No lemon slice. I wake up thirsty and it's what I crave. I've even dreamed about it once or twice. Arizona is to water what famine is to Africa: it's the first thing we fret about. Screw rising gas prices, WHAT THE HELL ARE WE GOING TO DO WITHOUT WATER? You need a 24oz Thirstbuster filled to the brim with Mountain Dew to get you going in the morning? I need to chug some water. I drink water with sweets (cake, pie, candy, etc), not milk. Because milk ma...
In Love ? Once Again
2007-04-29 08:38:00
I am back from a life-changing trip to Cambay (Khambat), a village in Gujarat (India) where I was born. I hadn’t been back to India in almost 17 years, which made this trip nothing short of ground-breaking for me. Years ago my dad had made a promise to his dying mother that he would visit her ...
Daily Digest.
2007-04-26 19:25:00
Nature is finally waking up! Woohoo! Last Tuesday was the warmest it’s ever been in Montreal for April, beating the last record of 1957. Two record were renewed in April so far, one is the most snow and one is the warmest temperature. How messed up is that? ———- The kitten I think I am going to call ...
I Am Back
2007-04-26 14:38:00
My Fellow Bloggers, I am back from India (still not back in US though). I went there after 17 years and my experience has left me breathless. Something deep down in me has changed, and I am fundamentally different now. I will write about this in my next blog inshallah. I did not want to rush ...
In the Doghouse
2007-04-25 05:58:00
My Mom sent this to me and I laffed for a good minute...especially when I saw the picture attached. I had to post it here because this could totally be my cat. And with her attitude, I could see her doing this... Dear Dog...I am soooo sorry about you being sent to the dog pound for the broken lampwhich you did not break; the fish you did not spill; and the carpet thatyou did not wet; or the wall that you did not dirty with red paint....But things here at the house really are calmer now, and just to show youthat there are no hard feelings between us, I am sending you a picture, soyou will always remember me.Best regards, The Cat
This makes up for Rejection #35
2007-04-20 08:30:00
Another satisfied customer...Hello,My daughter's friend bought "Secrets and Kisses" for her as a surprise gift and now I have to carve out some time, especially since she raved and Ooo'd.Stopping by your site (can never be too careful these days), I was happily surprised to see your site was "teen friendly" and absolutely wonderful!! I adore the graphics on both your websites...as do my niece, daughter, and their friends (brats who peek over my shoulder when I am on the PC just to be nosy)...LOL Who did them? You? And , if so, how? What program did you use? If not, is it someone who would do them for someone else for a reasonable fee? LOL They are all sooo cute.The mother of a new fan,K
A Day In The Life Of Believer - Dubai
2007-04-17 20:16:00
I will be without a laptop and away from civilization until Apr 23 so I figure I should write something because I am sure I will be going through blog withdrawal symptoms :). Over the past couple weeks/months I have had the honor of e-meeting a lot of wonderful people and I am thankful to ...
I THOUGHT it was about support
2007-04-14 21:39:00
I was in a 4-week workshop during the month of January that helped women who either wanted to start their own business or needed some ideas for their current business. There was about 10 of us in that workshop and I got in thru a scholarship (a value of $250). I met a great bunch of women in that group so this post isn't going to reflect all the other women in the group...just the one who sent this email to me:Hi Celise!I donate money, time and Ladies Who Launch scholarships to women and others in need to Pay it Forward. I am volunteering to raise money for the WEF www.wefphx.org, Women's Enterprise Foundation-whose mission is to support and inspire women entrepreneurs with scholarships and grants that enable them to further their education, leadership skills and opportunities to succeed. I have made a commitment to play 100 holes of golf on April 20 and sponsored myself for $1/hole for every hole I play that day. Will you please extend your generous heart and sponsor me for the...
Aspiring Drama Queen
2007-04-14 20:56:00
She was born the year I graduated from high school.She's smart, talented, funny and has a great sense of humor.She's the inspiration for my YA series.She wants to be an actress/photographer when she grows up.This is my niece and she needs a favor from you. If you can help in any way you can, we would greatly appreciate it.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE OPPORTUNITYHello. My name is Takenya Mayberry. I'm 17-years-old and I am an aspiring actress trying to get discovered. I have attended and currently am attending a performing arts high school were I get to do what I love everyday...act!! I recently went to an audition, like I have been for about five years, and I got my first callback from A.C.T. (Academy of Cinema and Television)! A.C.T. is a private school that teaches young actors how to perform in front of the camera, as well as teach you everything you need to know about the film industry. You can only attend...
I KNEW IT!
2007-04-11 02:21:00
In Yahoo headlines today Birkhead is the Father.(In a singsone tone of voice), "I knew it, I knew it".I kept saying to myself that it was his. There was no way she was Howard's child. The man is stone-cold ugly, his eyes bug out, and his nose is a bird's beak. She resembles Larry in the eyes and the nose.Good on you, Larry. Now all you have to do is keep her out of the clutches of her Gramma.Why that woman thinks she deserves sole custody is beyond me.
Is this Fate or what?
2007-04-11 01:36:00
In Yahoo headlines yesterday: Dreamed up phone number leads man to a bride. Did any of you read about this? Hopefully the link is still good, if not, you can go over to Skylar's and read the full article. That's just straight up wildness, but you'll know it'll make a great story for them to tell their kids.For those of you that don't know, I met my husband thru Matchmaker.com. And instead of summarizing how we met, I'm going to cut and paste the story I put up on our wedding site (courtesy of AZ Weddings.com):HOW WE MET:Almost 5 years ago, Steven and Celise met online at Matchmaker.com. After her 7-day trial period had expired, Celise decided to renew for 30 days. In her search for Mr. Right, she had five dates, one guy who stood her up, and one persistent suitor who gave her the willies (and ended up being reported and kicked to the curb by the moderator). A few days before her 30 day renewal, she received an intriguing email from a guy named Steven. In the subject line, it ...
HELP NEEDED: The Dark Side Takes A Walk
2007-04-03 20:40:00
My Hubby as Darth Maul. You can check out his website HERE.On April 14, 2007, the Troopers of the *Arizona Dune Sea Garrison (DSG) will be entering the MS Walk on the Wild Side for the sixth time to raise money to fight Multiple Sclerosis. Each year, the team making the 6.1 mile trek under the Arizona sun in full armor, and while last year they collectively raised over $4000 to aid in research for a cure, this year they've set their sights to the much higher fund raising goal of $20,000!! They can do it, but they need your help! Click HERE to be taken to the team's page on the MS Society's own secure website. Once there, you can choose which trooper you'd like to support and make the donation there in their behalf.*The 501st Legion is a worldwide Star Wars costuming organization comprised of and operated by Star Wars fans. While it is not sponsored by Lucasfilm Ltd., it is Lucasfilm's preferred Imperial costuming group.
MxPx - LIFE IN GENERAL
2007-03-24 17:30:00
1. Middlename2. My Mom Still Cleans My Room3. Do Your Feet Hurt4. Sometimes You Have To Ask Yourself5. The Wonder Years6. Move To Bremerton7. New York To Nowhere8. Andrea9. Your Problem My Emergency10. Chick Magnet11. Today Is In My Way12. Sorry So Sorry13. Doing Time14. Correct Me If I'm Wrong15. Cristalena16. Destroyed By You17. SouthboundMxPx es una banda de Wshington formada en el aƱo 1992,al principio la banda estaba claramennte unfluenciada por The Descendents,aunque con el pasar del tiempo se fueron definitivamente hacia lo melodico,este es el tercer disco de un total de ocho que tienen grabados,fue grabado en el aƱo 1996,espero que les guste!!!!!http://lix.in/6865ea-
Apply This Towards Life In General
2006-12-06 04:27:02
As many of you know, I’ve been treating myself to a daily dose of playing on MySpace as a slight diversion from the bizzare schedule I keep myself on. One of the many things I’ve learned since becoming yet another member of that ecclectic online society is that there are some very wierd and very phony [...]
The Most Basic Ways to Save Cash In College Or Just Your Life In General
1969-12-31 19:00:00
Lots of people struggle when they have to pay their way through college, but there are so many creative ways that you can save money every month that you should be able to ease up your financial burden at least a little bit. Make sure you have both a free checking and savings account. There ...
The Most Basic Ways to Save Cash In College Or Just Your Life In General
0000-00-00 00:00:00
These are simple saving tips that most overlook, but they do add up to large sums of cash outlay that need not happen.
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