1. give thanks Bristol Palin did not win the Mirror Ball Trophy
2. give thanks a bear didn't eat you this year
3. give thanks the Indians taught us "whities" how to grow corn
4. give thanks that we can turn a healthy yam into a marshmallow covered super sweet potato
5. give thanks punkin chunkin will never be an olympic sport
6. give thanks we never have to eat meatloaf or tuna noodle casserole on turkey day
7. give thanks for the best smell in the world...a turkey roasting in the oven
8. give thanks for jelly cranberry in a can...awesome
9. give thanks for...STUFFING!
10. give thanks for...LEFTOVERS...LEFTOVERS...LEFTOVERS
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
My Most Memorable Thanksgiving
I was about six years old...we had a big dinner planned for the "famia"...Grandma and Grandpa Mangino and Aunt Maryrose...we had just finished eating...it was really warm out that day...nice for November...the food was still on the table...I was playing with my marbles in the laundry room...the men went downstairs in the store...we lived in the apartment above my Dad's grocery...the ladies were lingering around the table...due to the warm weather...someone propped the downstairs door open...
all hell broke loose...a sewer rat the size of a fat cat joined the party...there were open sewers back then...he ran into the bathroom that was off the kitchen...Aunt Maryrose jumped onto the table and pee'd herself...Ma ran into the laundry room with me and slammed and locked the door...I got scared...Grandma Mangino had a hellish scream...she ran to the living room, climbed the back of the couch and up the wall...
no worries...Grandpa Mangino couldn't wait to kill it...he was in his element...him and his broom he used to beat it up...of course, a cornered rat doesn't go down without a fight...that was my most memorable Thanksgiving.
that year I was thankful I had a Grandpa that ate razor blades for breakfast.
all hell broke loose...a sewer rat the size of a fat cat joined the party...there were open sewers back then...he ran into the bathroom that was off the kitchen...Aunt Maryrose jumped onto the table and pee'd herself...Ma ran into the laundry room with me and slammed and locked the door...I got scared...Grandma Mangino had a hellish scream...she ran to the living room, climbed the back of the couch and up the wall...
no worries...Grandpa Mangino couldn't wait to kill it...he was in his element...him and his broom he used to beat it up...of course, a cornered rat doesn't go down without a fight...that was my most memorable Thanksgiving.
that year I was thankful I had a Grandpa that ate razor blades for breakfast.
Friday, November 19, 2010
Blessings
Hello my friends,
It is a fact that people who count their blessings experience less aches and pains and general health problems. They say that once a week, we should write down 5 things we are thankful for and we will be happier and healthier for it. Here goes...let's see if it works.
1. I am thankful for the beautiful Indian Summer we are having.
2. I am thankful my car is running good.
3. I am thankful for my job and all my wonderful ladies.
4. I am thankful for my really really good smart dog who loves me so much.
5. I am thankful I am a child of God.
I do feel pretty good...try it you'll like it...I could list so many more,but I will only do 5 at a time. Have a yummy holiday and enjoy the relatives. Don't forget...count those blessings.
It is a fact that people who count their blessings experience less aches and pains and general health problems. They say that once a week, we should write down 5 things we are thankful for and we will be happier and healthier for it. Here goes...let's see if it works.
1. I am thankful for the beautiful Indian Summer we are having.
2. I am thankful my car is running good.
3. I am thankful for my job and all my wonderful ladies.
4. I am thankful for my really really good smart dog who loves me so much.
5. I am thankful I am a child of God.
I do feel pretty good...try it you'll like it...I could list so many more,but I will only do 5 at a time. Have a yummy holiday and enjoy the relatives. Don't forget...count those blessings.
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Lawsuit
Hello my friends,
It is no secret that last year was touch and go for me. After a botched up gallbladder surgery I spent a long time in Shadyside intensive care, Kindred Care, and a terrible nursing home called Edison Manor. I was down from August until April. I am amazed I survived, because I fell like a house of cards. I had the domino effect.
I have never sued anyone in my life, but I have decided to sue my doctor for these reasons.
All tolled I lost a year of my life. My hospital bills are staggering. My family and friends spent countless hours at my bedside, during winter snow storms, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years,birthdays,Easter and other parts of life.
My loved ones worried themselves sick, my boyfriend was lost. They were all stressed out. My brother and sister-in-law kept me at their home until I was well enough to go home.
Being away from my new business took it's toll. I sold it a few months after I got back. Finances were scary. I was afraid I was going to loose my apartment, but thanks to my Uncle Vic, it was saved.I am just beginning to get back on my feet.
All of my hair fell out. I wear a wig. It's better than nothing. They had to do a bowel surgery to save my life. I have been wearing a bag for the past year. It is a real struggle. There is more surgery to come. I have to go for testing after Thanksgiving so they can reverse my bag after the holidays. It can be risky, and I will be in the hospital 7 to 10 days with a 6 to 8 week recovery period.
During my stay in the hospital, I was on a respirator. My memory is cloudy. I am still weak, but getting stronger. I lost 30 pounds. I have bad dreams sometimes. I get scared more than I used to. There was an Arab doctor that tortured me really bad.
Walking again took a long time. Steps were tough. I missed my dog and now he goes through separation anxiety. He never did that before. I keep him close.
Five weeks in the nursing home was like a hell beyond a hell. I can't comment, it was that bad.
My body is really beat up. I got alot of war wounds, holes, scars, bruises.
I don't know where things went wrong, but I understand he made some serious surgical errors. I know he didn't do it on purpose, but he took so much from me and my loved ones. I need to think of my future, and taking care of myself. I work a job I love,but that won't last forever. These are some of the reasons for my decision. I'm not a money grubber, I just feel so robbed and violated. My friends, I hope you understand.
Thank you to my wonderful brother,Mike who kept talking to me. Mary, my sister-in-law who made me feel good about myself by doing my nails so nicely. Tina and Dan for loving me so much.Ma, for all her tears and prayers. Donnie and Mar, for carrying the ball all the way down the field. Maranda for taking over at the club.
Marci, my fighter...Patti, a tea party...Maureen, the beautiful,white smile. All the cards,prayers,gifts...Dr.Zeh,Dr.Kaul,Dr.Knapp and his lovely wife,Diane. My nurses,and techs.All the rest of you...you know who you are. There are so many to mention.
This next part is for you Gary...how can I express what you mean to me...the hours you came and stayed...the prayers you said with hands on...you brushed my hair and rubbed my legs and feet with lotion...you held me...you encouraged me...you put up with my crazy moods and the pain medicine, I loved...when I came home I pushed you away and into the arms of others...I was a stranger to you, but you still stayed and loved me...you butted heads with my mom...how brave...thank you for hanging in...I now know I truly love you...we have our moments, but you are the man.
It is no secret that last year was touch and go for me. After a botched up gallbladder surgery I spent a long time in Shadyside intensive care, Kindred Care, and a terrible nursing home called Edison Manor. I was down from August until April. I am amazed I survived, because I fell like a house of cards. I had the domino effect.
I have never sued anyone in my life, but I have decided to sue my doctor for these reasons.
All tolled I lost a year of my life. My hospital bills are staggering. My family and friends spent countless hours at my bedside, during winter snow storms, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years,birthdays,Easter and other parts of life.
My loved ones worried themselves sick, my boyfriend was lost. They were all stressed out. My brother and sister-in-law kept me at their home until I was well enough to go home.
Being away from my new business took it's toll. I sold it a few months after I got back. Finances were scary. I was afraid I was going to loose my apartment, but thanks to my Uncle Vic, it was saved.I am just beginning to get back on my feet.
All of my hair fell out. I wear a wig. It's better than nothing. They had to do a bowel surgery to save my life. I have been wearing a bag for the past year. It is a real struggle. There is more surgery to come. I have to go for testing after Thanksgiving so they can reverse my bag after the holidays. It can be risky, and I will be in the hospital 7 to 10 days with a 6 to 8 week recovery period.
During my stay in the hospital, I was on a respirator. My memory is cloudy. I am still weak, but getting stronger. I lost 30 pounds. I have bad dreams sometimes. I get scared more than I used to. There was an Arab doctor that tortured me really bad.
Walking again took a long time. Steps were tough. I missed my dog and now he goes through separation anxiety. He never did that before. I keep him close.
Five weeks in the nursing home was like a hell beyond a hell. I can't comment, it was that bad.
My body is really beat up. I got alot of war wounds, holes, scars, bruises.
I don't know where things went wrong, but I understand he made some serious surgical errors. I know he didn't do it on purpose, but he took so much from me and my loved ones. I need to think of my future, and taking care of myself. I work a job I love,but that won't last forever. These are some of the reasons for my decision. I'm not a money grubber, I just feel so robbed and violated. My friends, I hope you understand.
Thank you to my wonderful brother,Mike who kept talking to me. Mary, my sister-in-law who made me feel good about myself by doing my nails so nicely. Tina and Dan for loving me so much.Ma, for all her tears and prayers. Donnie and Mar, for carrying the ball all the way down the field. Maranda for taking over at the club.
Marci, my fighter...Patti, a tea party...Maureen, the beautiful,white smile. All the cards,prayers,gifts...Dr.Zeh,Dr.Kaul,Dr.Knapp and his lovely wife,Diane. My nurses,and techs.All the rest of you...you know who you are. There are so many to mention.
This next part is for you Gary...how can I express what you mean to me...the hours you came and stayed...the prayers you said with hands on...you brushed my hair and rubbed my legs and feet with lotion...you held me...you encouraged me...you put up with my crazy moods and the pain medicine, I loved...when I came home I pushed you away and into the arms of others...I was a stranger to you, but you still stayed and loved me...you butted heads with my mom...how brave...thank you for hanging in...I now know I truly love you...we have our moments, but you are the man.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
at the doctors
hello my friends...i am in Pittsburgh right now waiting and waiting and waiting for the doctor...my appointment was for 9am and it is now 10.:20...this is no fun people but what can you do...we are at the mercy of the health care system...luckily they have computers in the waiting room so i can write to you...it is amazing how many sick people there are in this room...very scary...please take care of your body...eat healthy...sleep enough hours...exercise...laugh alot...love alot...pray and worship God...be good to everybody...stay positive...have sex...all these things are good for you...don't ...watch the news when it's bad...only think good thoughts...love your dog or cat alot...go shopping...stay away from doctors...they are wack! hi mike, see you on turkey day...gobble gobble...i saw a turkey walkin with a cape on.
Monday, November 15, 2010
La Luna The Moon
I wrote this poem after I read an article about dumping nuclear waste on the moon.
Bella la luna the moon,
a shiny dime.
Stars and stripes in your fullness preserved,
they will be back for you.
A shiny dime,
they could pluck you from the sky like a bad eye.
They will be back for you.
Acid drums with silent cadence fall.
They could pluck you from the sky like a bad eye.
Lonely rock in the blackest black.
Acid drums with silent cadence fall
Goddess of love,mystical orb,
Lonely rock in the blackest black.
Hide behind my thumb!
Goddess of love,mystical orb,
Bella la luna the moon.
Bella la luna the moon,
a shiny dime.
Stars and stripes in your fullness preserved,
they will be back for you.
A shiny dime,
they could pluck you from the sky like a bad eye.
They will be back for you.
Acid drums with silent cadence fall.
They could pluck you from the sky like a bad eye.
Lonely rock in the blackest black.
Acid drums with silent cadence fall
Goddess of love,mystical orb,
Lonely rock in the blackest black.
Hide behind my thumb!
Goddess of love,mystical orb,
Bella la luna the moon.
Friday, November 12, 2010
The Three Trees...a legend...retold by Jodi
Three trees growing on a mountain top , stood and dreamed of what they would become.
The first tree wanted to be the most beautiful treasure chest in the world.
The second tree wanted to be a mighty ship that would carry Kings all over the world.
The third tree wanted to be the tallest tree in the world, so people would raise their eyes up to heaven.
Many years later a woodcutter climbed the mountain and chopped down the trees.
The first tree was made into a feed box for hungry farm animals.
The second tree was sent to a shipyard and crafted into a small fishing boat.
The third tree was cut into beams and left in a lumberyard.
Time passed.
One magical night, a young mother placed her newborn baby in the feed box,and the tree new he was holding the most precious treasure in the world.
More time passed.
One evening in a crowded fishing boat, a dangerous storm appeared.They were sure to sink, but a passenger stood up, stretched out his hand and said,"peace". The storm stopped. The tree knew instantly he was carrying the King of all Kings.
Not long after, the third tree was pulled from the woodpile. The tree was horrified when soldiers nailed a man's hands and feet to her.
The following Sunday morning, the earth trembled with joy.
All the trees dreams came true, the first tree held the greatest of treasure, the second tree carried the most powerful King and when we see the third tree we raise ourselves to almighty God.
The first tree wanted to be the most beautiful treasure chest in the world.
The second tree wanted to be a mighty ship that would carry Kings all over the world.
The third tree wanted to be the tallest tree in the world, so people would raise their eyes up to heaven.
Many years later a woodcutter climbed the mountain and chopped down the trees.
The first tree was made into a feed box for hungry farm animals.
The second tree was sent to a shipyard and crafted into a small fishing boat.
The third tree was cut into beams and left in a lumberyard.
Time passed.
One magical night, a young mother placed her newborn baby in the feed box,and the tree new he was holding the most precious treasure in the world.
More time passed.
One evening in a crowded fishing boat, a dangerous storm appeared.They were sure to sink, but a passenger stood up, stretched out his hand and said,"peace". The storm stopped. The tree knew instantly he was carrying the King of all Kings.
Not long after, the third tree was pulled from the woodpile. The tree was horrified when soldiers nailed a man's hands and feet to her.
The following Sunday morning, the earth trembled with joy.
All the trees dreams came true, the first tree held the greatest of treasure, the second tree carried the most powerful King and when we see the third tree we raise ourselves to almighty God.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
WORRIED???
Hello my friends...got some things on your mind?...money problems?...wife mad at you?...kids don't listen?...dog peeing on the rug?...asteroid heading toward earth?...a gray hair?...Steelers playin crappy?...car makin a funny noise?...it burns when you pee?...blizzard?...gas bill?etc. etc. etc.
Don't worry my dear friends, because I am an expert, here to tell you that...nothing is going to be okay. So forget about, and live, like there's no tomorrow.
Don't worry my dear friends, because I am an expert, here to tell you that...nothing is going to be okay. So forget about, and live, like there's no tomorrow.
Monday, November 8, 2010
Please Don'ts
1. feed the bears...they are carnivores...they don't want a cookie...they will maul you and eat you...please don't feed the bears
2. go to psychics...they are cons...telling you what you want to hear...taking your money...trust God...please don't go to psychics
3. dream about fortune and fame...be proud of yourself...work hard...enjoy life...help others...give thanks for what you have...make it a good life...please don't dream about fortune and fame
4. be afraid...of anything...trust in God...everything will be all right...believe me...please don't be afraid
5. buy junk...you get what you pay for...think less quantity,more quality...please don't buy junk and maybe they will stop making it
6. marry for money...if you do...you WILL earn every penny of it...please don't marry for money
7. beat yourself up...you are a temple...a holy vessel...you are the head and not the tail...you are a child of the most high God...you have royal blood in your veins...you are good...please don't beat yourself up
8. overdrive your headlights...there are Amish on the road...deer...garbage cans...motorcycles...sleet...nails...tree limbs...sink holes...joggers and bikers...and the Cane Lady...please don't overdrive your headlights
9. tattoo the largest organ of the body...which is the skin...beauty can be found in smooth,blemish free,milky white skin...please don't tattoo the largest organ of the body
10. throw salvation away...don't pass through your life without making Jesus Christ your Lord and Savior...please don't throw salvation away
Hi Mike
2. go to psychics...they are cons...telling you what you want to hear...taking your money...trust God...please don't go to psychics
3. dream about fortune and fame...be proud of yourself...work hard...enjoy life...help others...give thanks for what you have...make it a good life...please don't dream about fortune and fame
4. be afraid...of anything...trust in God...everything will be all right...believe me...please don't be afraid
5. buy junk...you get what you pay for...think less quantity,more quality...please don't buy junk and maybe they will stop making it
6. marry for money...if you do...you WILL earn every penny of it...please don't marry for money
7. beat yourself up...you are a temple...a holy vessel...you are the head and not the tail...you are a child of the most high God...you have royal blood in your veins...you are good...please don't beat yourself up
8. overdrive your headlights...there are Amish on the road...deer...garbage cans...motorcycles...sleet...nails...tree limbs...sink holes...joggers and bikers...and the Cane Lady...please don't overdrive your headlights
9. tattoo the largest organ of the body...which is the skin...beauty can be found in smooth,blemish free,milky white skin...please don't tattoo the largest organ of the body
10. throw salvation away...don't pass through your life without making Jesus Christ your Lord and Savior...please don't throw salvation away
Hi Mike
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