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January 19, 2013

1/18/13 A tour of Glencairn in Bryn Athyn

1/18/13 

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sister Pat had a Groupon to see this Museum/House
located in Bryn Athyn maybe 15 minutes from Ivyland.

Glencairn was the home of Raymond and Mildred Pitcairn, built in the Romanesque style between 1928 and 1939.

It’s amazing to think this is where a family LIVED!!
…in a castle!
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We’ve driven past LOTS of times but never visited
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friend Joyce, sister Pat & brother Larry
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this is the door handle
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exquisite detail everywhere you look
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Me with Lachlan Pitcairn – one of the sons
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they kept reminding us to look UP –
even the ceilings were detailed.
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The formal family room where they entertained guests
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a carving on top a pillar
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from the 5th floor balcony you could see the Philadelphia skyline – which is probably 15 miles away
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The Cathedral

The Bryn Athyn Cathedral is situated on a hill overlooking the picturesque Pennypack Creek Valley in the borough of Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania. Since its dedication in 1919, it has been the central place of worship for the Bryn Athyn Church and a gathering place for members of the New Church throughout the world.
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A view of the college across the street
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another elaborately decorated ceiling
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this exhibit was in the Greek Room.

Heroes were individuals who were remembered
and revered for the good deeds they performed for 
their community.

Do you know any HEROES?
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HERCULES — he was a HERO!
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Sculpture in the informal living room.
Can you GUESS who it is before reading the next picture?
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the bust is Abraham Lincoln

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There are two kinds of people in the world.
Those who walk into a room and say:

“There you are”
and those who say
“Here I am”.

– Abigail Van Buren (07/04/1918-2013)

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January 19, 2013

1/18/13 Friday Fred’s!!!!

1/18/13 Friday Fred’s!!!!

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friend Joyce & Me. Michael taking picture.
We were off work today so we ventured to our
favorite breakfast place FRED’s — even though, I will admit,
— I did suggest to maybe try somewhere new next time.
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But what restaurant can you go to & have a dog sing
Happy Birthday to you??  And Free Coffee – in your
very own mug??
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sign at Fred’s
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eggs benedict minus Canadian bacon add smoked salmon
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the view from Fred’s that we NEVER tire of……
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Dog Statue on our way home!
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TESS who is the Bird Store mascot!
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Michael meeting Joyce’s dog Jingles.
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I love you Jingles!!!
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doggie Kissing Booth!!!

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“Outside of a dog, a book is man’s best friend.
 Inside of a dog it’s too dark to read.”

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January 18, 2013

Thursday 1/17/13 Chester Sam Adams PolarSeltezer Pro Vball

Thursday 1/17/13

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CHERISH TODAY
– this is something we should do EVERYDAY!
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Chester keeping Michael’s side of the bed warm
while Michael is away…..
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New Albion did a Collaboration brew with Sam Adams
& we have it.  Do YOU need any???
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WHO ate a whole bag of home-made Chicken Jerky??
mmmmmm??
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At least the dogs don’t do this…..
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Granny Smith Apple soooooo Delicious!!
buy this drink this so good.
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I guess I am officially a Professional Volleyball player
as I just received a check from my beach season.
$500 clams! yea Helen!
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FINALLY I finished this book.
It took me a year to finish this book!!
It’s a modern day Harry Potter.
Read the series!!! It’s good!!
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Be HAPPY & Avoid Neg-Monsters!
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I hate when I am incontinenced….

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The priorities you hold within you
will determine the realities you come to know.

~Ralph Marston  

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January 18, 2013

Wednesday 1/16/13 gym. LinkedIn Seminar, Wine tasting, Marguerite visit

Wednesday 1/16/13

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Boot Camp included “the rope” today —
we all dislike the jumping rope but will admit –
it’s a GOOD workout!
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Today I headed over to 
Bucks County Community College
for a LinkedIn Seminar
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Morris getting camera instructions from today’s speaker

Donna Serdula
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There was a good turn out for the event.
It never hurts to learn more  especially when job hunting.
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Karen Demmler – the amazing Director of the
Encore Career Institute
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Donna Serdula was speaking about LinkedIn
& how to Maximize your profile
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Remember this??  The Periodic Table.
The seminar was being held in a Chemistry Lecture Hall. 
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The seminar was good & I immediately implemented
a few of the tips that Donna shared with us today.
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Tonight’s line-up for my wine tasting at the
Newtown PA Liquor store

Cline Viognier & Red Blend called Cashmere
and a couple chocolate wines.
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I volunteered a guy in yellow pants to take my picture.
A little blurry but better than no picture.
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Friend Marguerite was home visiting from Hawaii
where she now lives.  She came over last night & we
were so busy chit chatting I forgot to take pictures so
I amusing this archived picture of Marguerite!
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FRIENDSHIP

The time passes but friendship remains.
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We had a bottle of this: SHYPOKE CAB –
and it was PHENOMENAL !!!

if you ever see this wine, don’t think twice
just BUY IT!!!!
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Wine Comic

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“Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.”

Theodor Seuss Geisel

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January 16, 2013

Tuesday January 15th 2013 running, ICE fountain, Hockey player, dogs

Tuesday January 15th 2013

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We’ve been having MILD weather so this morning I
took Chester for a run in the park before I went
to work. He wasn’t feeling good last night so I was
happy he was enthusiastic about a run.
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meanwhile, friend Shannon, who lives in Arizona
was having 20 degree weather!!
So cold this fountain FROZE!

We’re having opposite weather –
they are having our weather
& we are having theirs……
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Chester inspecting life size hockey player.
Danny has first dibs on him & I did confirm
that he does want him. Sorry Jim, Ryno & Dave!
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Does anyone drink Grappa??
In my store it is in the Sweet Dessert Wine section.
I don’t know why. It’s not sweet & it’s not wine.
I’m trying to get them to change it.
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Has anyone gotten the FLU??
How about a Flu Shot??
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Read all about WOLFGANG here:

WHY WE RESCUE

did you know Chester Rose ButtSniffer is a rescue?
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BE AWARE OF DOG —

(not beware of dog)
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I see you!
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Best Years of my life are ahead!!!

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Take time to deliberate,
but when the time for action has arrived,
stop thinking and go in.

– Napoleon Bonaparte,

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January 16, 2013

Monday 1/14/13 Come with me to Center City, PA Career Link & more!

Monday 1/14/13

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On the train – on my way to Center City Philadelphia.
This is really the ONLY way to go into the city
ESPECIALLY during rush hour.
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The office I was going to is located in Chinatown.
Here is a Chinatown parking dragon.
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I was in town to take a Civil Service exam for the
PA Liquor Store.
Last year they offered me a part-time job which
I did not take as I thought I could make more
contacts & find a full time job where I was.
Well that didn’t happen & if I had taken the
Liquor store job I’d be working full time by now,
with benefits. Hindsight……
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The exam waiting area is uneventful and I can
say that everyone that works there is nice!
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after the exam I walked thought the heart of Chinatown.
Here is the Chinatown Arch.
Does every city have a Chinatown?
And do they all have the Arch?
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I had to pass by the Bus Station.
Why do they always seem seedy??
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I always like to visit Reading Terminal.
It’s like a glorified Farmer’s Market.
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I was VERY disappointed to see my favorite place Closed 😦

Goodbye Basic Four Vegetarian.

Good news though — I did some homework & found they
are going to be offering cooking classes. Maybe I can
get the secret recipe for their Soy Chicken Salad
that tasted like real Chicken Salad. mmmmm.
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I walked past City Hall & apparently there was a
high profile trial going on – news trucks were waiting
to get some photos.
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That’s William Penn – on top of City Hall
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30th street train riders:
Track Five – A plug in station –
juice up your phones!!!
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after Center City I had to go to PA Career Link
to call Unemployment.  You have to come here to
call because when you try calling from home
it’s busy for the first hour then you are on hold
another couple hours.  If you call from here you
get right through.
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There is always a line but you still only have to wait
about 20 minutes which is way better than hours.
I found out my unemployment benefits are up so now
it’s time to use savings until I can find a REAL JOB!
I’ve been looking!!!!!
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PORTAL – this is one of my favorite wines these days.
When I was asked in my interview the other day what
wine would I serve to friends this was the WINNER!
Who need some??
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SUCCESS!!!  Finally found a dog food Weasel will eat.
This is exciting!!!  She’s so finicky I’d swear she
was part CAT!!

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“Passion is energy.
Feel the power that comes from
focusing on what excites you.”

– Oprah Winfrey

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January 15, 2013

Sunday 1/13/13 gym, pet store, Chester, Wing Lee

Sunday 1/13/13

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who else needs an extra day between Saturday & Sunday?
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BUSY day at the gym – Sunday’s are always crowded
& with New Year’s resolutions they pack them in!
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Stopped at the Pet Store looking for some
quality dog food for Weasel now that both dogs
are on an eating schedule.
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Chester got a new Pig Toy
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later we went for a run in the park.
Chester checking out the scenery.
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dog hair everywhere but the dog
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Michael fixed our rocking chairs & gave them a new
coat of paint – don’t they look nice?
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I made Chicken Jerky treats for the dogs.
It’s one of the only treats Chester can have.
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I also made some delicious Sangria with leftover wine
from my wine tasting Wednesday.
I wasn’t planning on drinking it so I just froze it.
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friends Dave & Tami invited us on a double date
to one of their favorite Chinese restaurants.
We’ve been there before but it’s been a long time.
The food was VERY good & we WILL be back.
Sooner than later this time!
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Dave, Me & Tami

Thanks for the invite – the food was good –
company was GREAT 🙂

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The best kind of friend
is the one you could sit on a porch with,
never saying a word,
and walk away feeling like
that was the best conversation you’ve had. 

~Author Unknown

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