The Eclectic Company: "Unboxing" In My City

* "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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Saturday, January 21, 2012

"Unboxing" In My City

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A while back it was all the rage to make "unboxing" posts. I haven't seen any in a few years.

You're about to see one now.

This box arrived in the mail FOR ME today!

I tore right into it and - - -

Threw the stuffing on the floor.

Hey, there's a crossword in there!

Maybe I'll do it later.

I found a little card which confirmed my suspicion of what it was!

Can you guess yet???

A mantle clock from my Wisconsin bloggy buddy Cindy!!!
She had a give-away on her blog and I won.

Her hubby Dan had his students make these in Building Trades Class.

It even has a cute little drawer.

Only one problem - - - I DON'T HAVE A MANTLE!!!!

But I do have an entertainment center.

I LOVE the clock up there.

Too bad I can't see the little drawer - - -

But I think it is the "just right topper" anyway!!!

THANK YOU CINDY and DAN

Thanks to Unknown Mami for hosting
"Sundays in My City"
To which I am linking this post.
My City is Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin

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27 comments:

Ann@A Sentimental Life said...: Oh lucky you! It looks great up there.; January 22, 2012 at 9:04 AM
Vidya Sury said...: Gorgeous clock! Congrats, Keetha. It looks beautiful. Love boxed presents - it is such fun to unpack them! I have an old pendulum clock that doesn't work :D but it still sits on the wall because it belongs there. Great place to hide keys.; January 22, 2012 at 9:49 AM
StarTraci said...: Yay! Super cool win of a very pretty clock! Happy Sunday!

:-)
Traci; January 22, 2012 at 10:48 AM
Unknown said...: Packages are always fun, whatever your age. I have a Christmas (!) package that just arrived at the main post office in Tegucigalpa. I can't wait to see what it is.; January 22, 2012 at 11:15 AM
Patti @ Pandoras Box said...: This is beautiful, it resembles a Stickley clock (which has become a standard "wedding gift" for me to give as of late) How about if you place a book under it to raise it a bit and then you can see the drawer? Looks great up there - what a fabulous giveaway you won!!; January 22, 2012 at 11:22 AM
Linda @ A La Carte said...: Perfect win for you! Love the clock and your right I haven't seen an 'unpacking' post in awhile...maybe you will bring it all back! hugs, Linda; January 22, 2012 at 11:31 AM
tinajo said...: Congrats - looks very cute there! :-)

Haha, yes - my slippers are the first thing I put on when at home, they are so comfy! Maybe I have to get pajamas pants too..! :-D; January 22, 2012 at 12:59 PM
Cindy (Applestone Cottage) said...: Hi Keetha,
So glad it made it there safely! And it looks perfect there too!
We spent the weekend at 3 Bears Lodge in Warrens, Wisc. (near Tomah) for a family Christmas.
Enjoy your Sunday!
Hugs,
Cindy; January 22, 2012 at 1:20 PM
Brenda said...: I love home-crafted items, makes it that much more special. Looks great where you put it.
Great week to ya!; January 22, 2012 at 1:45 PM
Rawknrobyn.blogspot.com said...: That is a gorgeous little clock and you found the perfect spot for it!

Thanks, Keetha, for the scoop on my blog post. I had so many problems with the link, I ended up accidentally posting it two more times. Oops.

Have a great week.
xoRobyn; January 22, 2012 at 3:21 PM
Lisa said...: WOW! Lucky you!!! It looks like it was made just for you and it looks perfect there.

Yay!!! YOU!!!; January 22, 2012 at 3:59 PM
Claudya Martinez said...: What a great thing to teach students to make. I love it.; January 22, 2012 at 4:20 PM
nancygrayce said...: LUCKY!!!!! I love that and it looks great where you have it! I really like the little drawer!; January 22, 2012 at 4:28 PM
Cindy Adkins said...: Congratulations on winning the clock! You had the perfect place for it! I'm visiting from Cindy's Applestone Cottage and your newest follower!
Cindy @ Art,Books,Tea; January 22, 2012 at 5:57 PM
Tara R. said...: That's a beautiful clock. The kids did a wonderful job.; January 22, 2012 at 6:01 PM
Jeanne said...: Keetha, I am late with my comment but life has been busy here with company for the past two weeks. thank you for your comment about my cracker jars. They are a very special part of my kitchen. I use every one of them. I envied them too when my Aunt had them on her counter many years ago.

Your winning clock is beautiful and I like it on the entertainment center. Lucky you. That is an awesome giveaway.
Hugs, Jeanne; January 22, 2012 at 6:26 PM
Anonymous said...: What a fabulous giveaway win! It's pretty!; January 22, 2012 at 6:32 PM
As Cape Cod Turns said...: Congrats! And it is very cute! Perfect spot for it!; January 22, 2012 at 6:43 PM
Sorta Southern Single Mom said...: What a sweet gift. The clock face reminds me of the clock my grandparents used to keep on the top of their TV...they didn't have a mantel either!; January 23, 2012 at 12:10 PM
Debby@Just Breathe said...: Now that was a great giveaway. I love the clock. Congratulations!; January 23, 2012 at 1:23 PM
May said...: Thank you so much for stopping by and the wonderful compliment on the blog header. Much appreciated!!!
I have never participated in give aways, but I can imagine the sheer excitement you felt while tearing at that box...:D
Love the clock, especially the fact that they are specially made. I always have a soft corner for hand work!!! Maybe this will motivate you enough to go and get a mantle!!!!; January 23, 2012 at 2:01 PM
Mrs4444 said...: It's beautiful! :); January 23, 2012 at 7:24 PM
♥ my diary♥ said...: nice post thanks for sharing...blessings; January 24, 2012 at 12:02 AM
podso said...: Catching up on your posts. My parents used to ask the same question about where I was born.

What was that referring to? I was thinking I maybe had left the door open ... but now am wondering if it was my actions they were commenting on. :-); January 24, 2012 at 6:25 AM
Martin LaBar said...: It looks well made.; January 24, 2012 at 10:33 AM
SixBalloons said...: oooh that is one gorgeous clock! And to win it as part of a giveaway makes it even sweeter!; January 24, 2012 at 10:40 AM
Rose said...: Wow, what a wonderful win!; January 24, 2012 at 5:08 PM