The Eclectic Company: And Keetha Said -

* "Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon!"

* "Those who throw dirt only lose ground."

* "I totally take back all those times I didn't want to nap when I was younger."

* "The road to success is always under construction."

* "I fish, therefore I lie."

* "Dear Algebra, stop asking us to find your X, she's not coming back and I know Y."

* "Teamwork means never having to take all the blame."

* "I barely survived yesterday and now it's already today!"

* "Do you call Santa's helpers subordinate clauses?"

* "So, how many days DID it take to build Rome?"

* "Cancel my subscription, I'm tired of your issues."

* "Today is the tomorrow we worried about yesterday."

* "Don't sweat petty things . . . or pet sweaty things"

* "Two wrongs are only the beginning"

* "Worrying works. 90% of the things I worry about never happen."

* "I finally got my head together, and now my body is falling apart."

* "When I'm finally holding all the cards, why does everyone decide to play chess?"

* "Legend: A lie that has the dignity of age."

* "A diamond is forever: The payments are longer."

* "When in doubt, mumble: When in trouble, delegate: When in charge, ponder."

* "I don't have an attitude; I have a personality you can't handle."

* "When I want your opinion, I'll give it to you!"

* "It is better to understand a little than to misunderstand a lot."

* "An eye for an eye leaves the world blind."

* "Sports do not build character, they reveal it!"

* "Dust is a protective coating for fine furniture"

* "I'm in shape - round IS a shape."

* "Money talks, but all mine says is "good-bye."

* "If a pig loses its voice, is it disgruntled?"

* "Love is blind but marriage is a real eye-opener!"

* "A dog has an owner. A cat has a staff"

* "I'd like to have more self-esteem, but I don't deserve it!"

* "Red meat is not bad for you. Fuzzy green meat is."

* "Nothing is fool proof to a talented fool."

* "Bacteria - the back door of a cafeteria."

* "Nostalgia isn't what it used to be."

* "Stressed spelled backwards is desserts."

* "As I said before, I never repeat myself."

* "Corduroy pillows: they're making headlines!"

* "Young at heart, slightly older in other places."

* "(I'm) proof that evolution can go in reverse"

* "My reality check bounced"

* "If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn?"

* "I hate people who steal my ideas before I think of them."

* "I was uncool before uncool was cool."

* "Middle age: When your age starts to show around your middle"

* "Do not disturb, I'm already disturbed."

* "If an open door is ajar, is an open jar adoor?"

* "March Madness takes its toll. Please have exact change."

* "Telepath Wanted: You know where to apply!"

* "The information went data way"

* "I'm bilingual - I speak English and SMACK!"

* "Mental floss prevents moral decay."

* "Why use a big word when a diminutive one will do?"

* "Why is abbreviation such a long word?"

* "I can see clearly now, the brain is gone."

* "Every morning is the dawn of a new error"

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Quotes of Note

You're born a male but you have to CHOOSE to be a man" - Herm Edwards

"I mourn the loss of thousands of precious lives, but I will not rejoice in the death of one, not even an enemy. Returning hate for hate multiplies hate, adding deeper darkness to a night already devoid of stars. Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that" - Unknown

"They err who think Santa Clause comes down through the chimney; he really enters through the heart." - Mrs. Paul M. Ell

"Thankfully, our true roots are in heritage and not things. I just need to keep reminding myself that things are only reminders of heritage." - Keetha Broyles, June 21, 2010

"Tears lubricate the soul." - from "Finding Buck McHenry"

"Somehow you must come to understand that God is love, that love is the proof of God, and forgiveness is the proof of love." - The Priest in "Levi's Will" by W. Dale Cramer

"The truth about a man is in what he does, not what he says." - W. Dale Cramer in "Levi's Will"

"Fairy Tales are more than true; not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us that dragons can be beaten." - G. K. Chesterton

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Thursday, November 4, 2010

And Keetha Said - - -

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"Let there be light."

And behold, lamps were flung from the boxes in the nether regions of the garage

And were settled in the four corners of the duplex where they shed their radiance for all to see.

And Keetha was well pleased when she saw that it was all good, but she was heard to mutter under her breath, "Why can't they be cordless?"

Amazing what a difference taking all the empty boxes and newspapers to recycling made in the garage! Perhaps tonight is the night my car can come in out of the cold.

No, I did NOT ask Fisherhubby for permission to take or post this picture.

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16 comments:

Ann in the UP said...: Ahh, yes, light. Tis the season for lots of lamps.

Especially since UP north just now we are having what is euphemistally called, "a wintry mix". Wind, rain, and visible white stuff in the air. Brr. Tony the cat, and I are afghanned in on the couch, checking on our friends out there in blog-land.; November 4, 2010 at 2:14 PM
Theresa said...: Oh lights all over the place! YEAH! AND when you are showing Fisherhubby's cute butt... never ask for permission! Just like yesterday when I posted Mr. Ganky jogging, I only told him afterwards:)

Love you new home!; November 4, 2010 at 2:16 PM
shannon i olson said...: looks very cozy. hope your settled before the cold snow blows!; November 4, 2010 at 2:37 PM
podso said...: You are funny! And the garage is getting bigger! Isn't amazing how cozy lamps can make a home?; November 4, 2010 at 2:46 PM
Cindy (Applestone Cottage) said...: Hehe Keetha!
I can't believe you added that cute butt arrow!
The duplex is looking quite homey!
It's cold today! Yikes, hope your car can snuggle in that garage tonight!
Cindy; November 4, 2010 at 2:47 PM
KBeau said...: Can't believe you've even got stuff hanging on the walls. WTG!!; November 4, 2010 at 3:56 PM
Martin LaBar said...: Maybe you will get that car in by tonight. There may be snow flurries in nearby regions in North Carolina tonight.; November 4, 2010 at 5:18 PM
Linda @ A La Carte said...: Lamps make it home! Oh and a cute butt from fisherhubby isn't bad either!!; November 4, 2010 at 6:39 PM
j said...: Love the tone of this! Let there be light indeed.

No comment on the cute butt picture but I will say "Thanks for sharing!" ;); November 4, 2010 at 7:26 PM
Unknown said...: Love your let there be light post! It would be so handy if lamps were wireless. That way you could put one wherever you needed it and not worry about the plug ins and the unsightly cords. Nice picture--that last one!; November 4, 2010 at 7:50 PM
Vickie said...: love the lamps! I can't believe how fast you work girl! Are you on medication to help you accomplish this work?; November 4, 2010 at 10:12 PM
Angie said...: You must have been like a mini-tornado to get it so STRAIGHT - not to mention homey in such a short time. And I've often thought that about wires too! I prefer soft glows rather than harsh glares though so you do your best don't you? I do love your furniture too..........oooh it's NICE to be nosey!; November 5, 2010 at 5:36 AM
Janet, said...: Love your lamps, especially the round globe one. Your garage looks nice and neat compared to ours.; November 5, 2010 at 9:57 AM
Cass @ That Old House said...: Love that last picture. Our poor hubbies. Blog fodder.

I realized a few years ago that you never see lamp cords dangling down in magazine pictures. What do they do with them? Airbrush them out like cellulite on a centerfold?

I've got them dangling all over the place. I once tried attaching them "discreetly" to the backs of table legs, but then you can't move the lamps because they are -- attached!

So, they dangle. Everybody's got something that dangles, right?

The house is shaping up nicely! Love the red car in its cozy garage. All ready for SNOW.
Cass; November 5, 2010 at 2:03 PM
Debby@Just Breathe said...: Light are very important! Love the butt shot.; November 5, 2010 at 7:33 PM
Kristin - The Goat said...: Clap on, clap off, clap on, clap off, the clapper! That doesn't solve the cord issue, but it was fun to sing :)

Billy Goat :); November 7, 2010 at 12:26 AM