March 27, 2007 - Posted by amazingzipperedwoman- 1 Comment
The AZW has been on hiatus. Actually I’ve been touring with the DIXIE CHICKS - helping to spread their enlightening political message across this great country of ours. We played gigs in 43 states and I was allowed to participate as lead singer on several occasions. Early on, the Chicks discovered that my real talent lies in the area of lyrics writing. I created several new songs for the band. I’m sure that “Duck When You’re Dancin’ With Dick” is sure to be a smash hit. “Gorgeous George Ain’t So Gorgeous Anymore” is getting a lot of play on the east coast. My personal favorite is “Give Truth a Chance” and its companion tune “Don’t Trust Dub’s Lyin’ Lips.” Both have been recently nominated for several Country Music Awards.
In other news … I spent the weekend in Salt Lake with Scott and Meghann. Scott is killing himself preparing to defend his Dissertation on April 18th. Meghann is also killing herself preparing for their move to southern California. We are meeting in Long Beach next weekend to search for “the perfect apartment.”
A lady who has been a huge inspiration to me is fighting breast cancer. Her prognosis is good, but she has to endure a total mastectomy. Please pray for E and think good thoughts.
I had my six-month clinic appointment last week. They are going to schedule my yearly, major check-up (heart cath., biopsy, etc.) a little early. It’s probably my imagination, but I have it in my head that something isn’t quite right. Better safe than sorry.
Katie and Henry continue to house hunt. Finding affordable housing in northern California is almost impossible.
Tom is buying a quad and I’m filing for divorce. Just kidding. This quad decision is a story for another day.
Mary Lou and Esther had a wonderful time at the cotillion. When I pick up the pictures, I’ll post a few.
Patrick signed another year’s lease in Tucson. Even though he graduates in May, he is opting to stay in Tucson. He has expressed interest in being president of The University of Arizona or perhaps purchasing a used car dealership.
That’s all for now. MORE tomorrow.
March 8, 2007 - Posted by amazingzipperedwoman- 8 Comments
I’m getting sick and tired of the hypocrisy of many republican politicians who are running for office - those who continually call on Hillary Clinton to apologize for and explain her vote on the resolution which authorized Bush’s initial assault on Iraq. I don’t know how many more times she must explain that her vote was based on the best information available at the time. She, along with almost everyone else in America, was totally duped by that fabricated information. She has nothing to apologize for. She, like the rest of us, never dreamed that the leader of the free world would lie.
She has stated over and over that if she knew in 2002, what she knows now, she would absolutely not have voted in support of this resolution. Let’s remember that in 2002, most Americans as well as many nations around the world, were convinced that Saddam Hussein possessed biological and chemical weapons and that he was well on the road to achieving nuclear capability. I think we all made decisions based on what we thought were the facts. As it turns out - we were all wrong. Should we all apologize for formulating opinions based on Bush’s well-orchestrated lies?
Suggestion: The Republican Party should muzzle Ann Coulter. She is causing great harm to their party. What was she hoping to accomplish by calling John Edwards a “faggot?”
March 6, 2007 - Posted by amazingzipperedwoman- 5 Comments
1. As I grow older, the space between my top front teeth is getting larger - just like my mom.
2. When I was 4, I placed a live turtle in my mouth in response to a grocery store cashier saying this to my mom, “You shouldn’t let your little girl play with that nasty, dirty turtle.”
3. My first dog was named “Ike” after Dwight D. Eisenhower.”
4. I sucked my thumb until I was almost 7 years old.
5. I wore braces for over two years.
6. I am able to drive a car with a stick shift and also a tractor.
7. I failed my driving test 3 times - until I finally went to a very small town near my home where the evaluator was more lenient.
8. My mother-in-law taught me how to cook corn-on-the-cob and asparagus.
9. I have always had skinny legs.
10. I think the measurement of my waist is a larger number than the measurement of my chest.
11. Every tooth in my head has been crowned.
12. My favorite foods are bread and cheese.
13. I am not a great fan of chocolate.
14. I took off my bra at my wedding reception because it was miserably uncomfortable.
15. Because of my unusual name, (Shanlee) I was assigned to a boy’s P.E. class in high school.
16. Because of my unusual name, (Shanlee) I received a Draft Notice from the Federal Government when I was a senior in high school.
17. On my wedding night, Tom carried me over the threshold and into a room that was already occupied by another couple who were consummating their marriage when we entered.
18. Tom and a nurse delivered our son, Patrick, after I labored for only 13 minutes.
19. I was followed and watched by a stalker when I was 23. He was finally arrested after breaking into my apartment.
20. When I was 8, I stole a package of hairnets from a store, and to this day I don’t know why.
Dear Readers,
Please share some interesting facts about yourselves. Just post them in the “Comments” section of this blog.
Love and Hugs, The AZW
March 2, 2007 - Posted by amazingzipperedwoman- 6 Comments
Son-in-law Scott’s mom, Carol shared this with me. I think it’s a very positive and gentle reminder of some things that are very important. Print it and hang it on your bathroom mirror so that you can read it every morning before you hit the ground running. I should mention that I have taken the liberty of changing few tiny words to adapt the format for a blog.
1. There at least two people in this world that would die for you.
2. At least 15 people in this world love you in some way.
3. A smile from you can bring happiness to anyone.
4. Every night someone thinks about you before he or she goes to sleep.
5. You mean the world to someone.
6. You are special and unique.
7. Someone that you don’t even know likes and admires you.
8. When you make a huge mistake, something good almost always happens as a result.
9. When you think the world has turned its back on you, you need to take another look.
10. Always remember the compliments that you receive and forget the criticisms.
11. Good friends are like stars ….. You don’t always see them, but you know they are always there.
12. Most people would rather have one rose and a kind word from a friend while they are alive, than a million words and roses when they are gone.
13. (I love this one.) When life hands you lemons, ask for tequila and salt so you can enjoy a shot with a friend.
March 1, 2007 - Posted by amazingzipperedwoman- 4 Comments
Huge preparations are underway at our house. Mary Lou and Esther are frantically getting everything organized for the annual Saint Patrick’s Day Doggie Cotillion. This will be the third year that Mary Lou has intended, but the first for Esther.
Mary Lou has invited a boxer named Beauregard. He is a personal trainer and has recently moved to Phoenix from Georgia. M. L. has been talking with a fake southern accent for days. Beauregard has even called to inquire about the color of M.L.’s gown, so apparently he is planning on presenting her with a corsage. Esther has chosen a fine young gentleman named Gonzo. The invitation has been extended, but we are waiting for his acceptance. Rumor has it that he is also dating a young beauty named Lucy. Just in case Gonzo declines, we have Cousin Roger standing by to fly in from Iowa or Vinny from California.
Esther will be wearing a lavender frock. It is tight fitting, but flares out at the bottom. The neckline is decorated with seed pearls and rhinestones. She has silver sling back pumps. (Buying two pairs of shoes for each daughter gets very expensive, but the girls don’t think they can walk on their hind legs for a whole evening.) Mary Lou’s gown is quite spectacular. It is red satin with a silk over-skirt. It has an empire waistline. (hides the chubbies) The over-skirt is covered with tiny jeweled dog biscuits. She has chosen gold lame tennis shoes because she has so much trouble with her paws. We found the cutest little red evening bag to match her dress.
The limo is ordered and we made dinner reservations for both couples to have dinner at the Hyatt Regency. The food is fabulous and because the whole restaurant revolves, we’re hoping that people will get dizzy and just not notice that the girls don’t use utensils. We have repeatedly lectured Mary Lou about the evils of alcohol. Last year she drank too much and threw up all over her dress. I had planned for Esther to wear this dress for her first Cotillion, but she refused to wear “the puke dress.” I guess I can understand her refusal.
I think I’m going to let my girls borrow some of my good jewelry. It should make their evening much more special. I think pearls and diamonds for Esther and rubies for Mary Lou. Esther is adamant about wearing her hat that says, “Do it in the dirt.” I have told her over and over that this particular hat just would not be appropriate. She continues to insist. I think I’ll let Tom handle this crisis. Mary Lou is wearing a tiara. I sure hope the girls act like young ladies. I have done my best to teach them right from wrong. I guess I just have to trust them. Well, I must sign off. The girls are due at the beauty shop to have their fur styled - sort of a “dry run.” Wish them luck. We’ll take lots of pictures.
