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Rosa Louise McCauley (Rosa Parks) an African American civil rights activist whom the U.S. Congress later called “Mother of the Modern-Day Civil Rights Movement” was born on this day in Tuskegee, Alabama. She became famous for refusing to obey bus driver James Blake to give up her

seat to make room for a white passenger.

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Let there be light....on a few of the good ones!

noreply@blogger.com (Ann On and On...) — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 03:19:00 +0000

It was a fun Sunday night of commercial watching.
Of course the Calvin Klein commercial was a favorite too, but....you can look that one up yourself.

Swing

noreply@blogger.com (Ann On and On...) — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 16:45:00 +0000

We are getting into the swing of things here in Montana. While each day feels the same as the last, there always seems to be a little something that puts a smile on my face.

Swing photos from WeHeartIt and Swing Necklace from an Etsy Shop...Ruby. $26.00

Long Live Cursive

noreply@blogger.com (Ann On and On...) — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 17:28:00 +0000

Getting rid of cursive....for keyboard skills.

NO!

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Forty-one states have so far adopted the new Common Core State Standards for English,
which does not require cursive.
It is being argued that cursive is not as useful and it is time consuming to teach.

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I am going to sit down today and write a letter so someone special in cursive. Why don't you do the same.... (I'll give you my address if you need someone to write. wink!)

Details from an ABC article.

Happy New You!

noreply@blogger.com (Ann On and On...) — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 23:00:00 +0000

Happy New Year!

No, I'm not going crazy. I'm just reminding myself and you of that moment of renewal

when the clock stuck 12. With a sip of champagne and a kiss from someone special 2013 started.

Did you make a resolution?

How are you doing on your resolution?

resolution: the act determining upon an action or course of action, method, procedure, etc.; the act of resolving

So what if you didn't stick with your resolution? Are you going to wait until next year?

I'm not against resolutions, but I hate the feeling I get when I don't make it past the first week. I'm

thinking we should allow ourselves to start over the first of every month, so the commitment isn't so

fuzzy from cocktails. Or, we could also take the day to celebrate how well we are doing one month into

this change~improvement~commitment~resolution.

Get back on track to the best YOU!

In just a couple days it's February 1st....start planning for Happy New You!

Couture Buzz

noreply@blogger.com (Ann On and On...) — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 16:58:00 +0000

If I could only have been a fly on the wall this week in Paris at one or all of the Spring/Summer 2013 Couture fashion collection shows. (On my Bucket list)

The couture wearing kind needed a shovel to get there due to traffic halting snow,

but the show(s) did go on.......

Karl Lagerfeld used the runway to not only share his sweeping splendors, but also

voice his support for same sex marriage.

Valentino's exquisitely crafted collection was one of the standout shows of the week.

A sneak peak into the spring gardens of Dior.

Atelier Versace mink coat adorned with python, mirrors and crystal embroidery that took

500 hours to make....

Couture fashion...one statement at a time.

My Lazy Monday Pinterest Pick

noreply@blogger.com (Ann On and On...) — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:03:00 +0000

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Snowflakes....

It has been snowing on and off for a few days now. With a winter weather advisory in effect today I figured it was the perfect day to layer on comfy clothing and be a part of my new...old surroundings. Our old landlords went out of town for a long weekend and asked us to dog, cow, cat and horse sit. From the minute I drove along the familiar fencing I felt the arms of Montana wrap around me. The copious amount of affection received by the animals without a doubt has improving my feelings of being homesick.

Even with colder than normal conditions I feel warm from the genuine love from my family and friends back home and here.

Ch Ch Ch Changes

noreply@blogger.com (Ann On and On...) — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 16:48:00 +0000

"I watch the ripples change their size But never leave the stream"....

In 2003, my husband and I embarked to Missoula, Montana where we stayed for nearly four years. We rented "the little red house" that is tucked into the mountains with a picturesque view overlooking the city. It was exactly what I wanted Montana to be, complete with cows and horses. Now we are back in Missoula, but "the little red house" is occupied by other tenants, so we had to make some changes. Living in the city has its advantages and I think we are where we need to be right now. Change has become a part of my reality, so I've learned to embrace it (with a little kicking and crying). It's not easy, but the more real I am about my feelings with people the more I've come to understand that I am not alone. It's funny how that works. I am slowly finding my rhythm with all of the changes. Who knows maybe I'll even change my hair style...who am I kidding I've had the same style since the 80's minus the perm.

(O.k. that made me laugh out loud. I need to find a photo so you can see my big...I mean big hair.)

I have to ask...when did you last make a change in your life?

Sorry if I have caused you to hum Chnages by David Bowie all day..... just know you're not alone... .I will be too.
Time may change me But I can't trace time.... Lyrics from David Bowies song Changes/Photo from WeHeartIt

noreply@blogger.com (Ann On and On...) — Sun, 06 Jan 2013 18:28:00 +0000

........is for adventure.

It has been one month since my last post, but I'm back...I really am.

Together we get to start an adventure.

Last night around 7:00 my husband and I arrived in Missoula, Montana.
We are going to be here for one year. He will be working at the University of Montana,
but what am I going to do? I have no idea. Any suggestions?

We rented a furnished apartment near the university until May.

(Then they rent it by the week to vacationers, so if you are interested let me know...)

Our dog Quincy has no idea what to think of all this.

I'm pretty sure she doesn't want to get back in the car for a while.

I hope to integrate mountain life to my blog this year with a few twists and turns...

I mean switchbacks along the way.

(photo from Google images...I'll post some soon.)

Oh...I'm so glad to be back!

Pop...Pop...Popcorn

noreply@blogger.com (Ann On and On...) — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 14:57:00 +0000

It has been a wonderful couple days at the cottage. I had reservations about being here alone at night without my husband and dog (no curtains on the windows---pretty during the day....creepy at night), but it ended up being so nice. Yesterday, I did another "first". I went pop"corn" picking. I had no idea that I was driving by a popcorn field for the last 6 months until yesterday. I was doing an errand (which in involved a ram...) with a friend and he told me if I wanted any I could go right out there and pick some cobs.

It really does look like this...(below)

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That's is just what I did..... a 5 gallon bucket in fact. Who doesn't like a little popcorn now and then...right? In fact, just last month my aunt made delicious popcorn balls. I'm thinking I need to make a phone call and get the recipe.

What do you put on your popcorn? Do tell.....

Have a wonderful. and thanks for stopping by! Ann

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Alone... and My Monday Pinterest Pick

noreply@blogger.com (Ann On and On...) — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 03:49:00 +0000

It's a strange feeling to be alone in a place that is usually filled with laughter and conversation. My dog is with my parents and my husband is tucked into the hillside of Moose Can Gully, Montana. After a long day of grayness and fog the night sky opened up to the wonders of a star filled sky. Under the luminous specks I made wish after wish.

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Do you secretly make a wishes...?

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The cottage is too quiet and I'm already looking forward to the beautiful sight of tomorrows sunrise.

Sweet Dreams!

Fill in the blank fun...

noreply@blogger.com (Ann On and On...) — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 13:23:00 +0000

Wide eyed at 5:30 this morning.... thinking. My husband is heading out west for the month of December then returning just before Christmas. I'm going to miss doing all the Christmasy things with him. (I'm not sure he is going to miss them. lol.) He has been working so hard to finish his thesis...soon this chapter in our lives will be over....soon.

After New Years we will both be heading to Montana. Until then it's all Christmas....all family and friends.

Here's a little fill in the blank fun for today:

I'm feeling a little __________________ today. Maybe I'll ______________________ just for fun.

I will put my answer in the comments section. Looking forward to seeing what spin you take on this.

Thinking of you today.....Ann-OnandOn

My Monday Pinterest Picks...Comfort and Joy!

noreply@blogger.com (Ann On and On...) — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 14:13:00 +0000

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The first photo is perfect in so many ways. I love her hair and the rest is a total package.
Salted caramel~
fabulous eyeglasses~
and oh so yummy mac&cheese....
it's all about goodness!

Oh Christmas Tree

noreply@blogger.com (Ann On and On...) — Sun, 25 Nov 2012 23:17:00 +0000

When are you going to put up your Christmas tree?

It's such a beautiful time of the year.

Glitter and Sparkle! Sparkle and Glitter!

I feel like twirling....

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What are you making?

noreply@blogger.com (Ann On and On...) — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 18:38:00 +0000

Do you have a signature dish?

I got up early and went to the grocery store hoping to avoid the frantic last minute shoppers.

It worked. I was in and out without a problem. I even managed to refrain from over buying

by sticking to my list. (The one I forgot at home.)

I'm making cheesy potatoes...vegetarian style.

Usually, the recipe calls for cream of chicken, but I substitute that with cream of celery. I'm pretty sure this goes without notice. Perhaps I'll ask around tomorrow and see if anyone can taste the difference.

What are you making to pass tomorrow?

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noreply@blogger.com (Ann On and On...) — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 20:13:00 +0000

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Do you send Christmas cards?

noreply@blogger.com (Ann On and On...) — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 14:11:00 +0000

With the ease of sending e-cards snail mail has dropped off for sure,
but I still LOVE going to the mailbox in hopes of seeing holiday greetings.

On Wednesday morning I went to Shutterfly.com to help my mom make photo Christmas cards.
Impressive!
This could have been an ALL day process, but it wasn't. It was very easy to navigate through the assortment of cards to get exactly what she was looking for. Click(select card...flat/folded and size)...Click (add photos)...Click (personalize it)....Click (change color) and we were done.... no joke!

It was about 8:00 last night when I opened my computer for the first time all day and I already had a message from Shutterfly saying my order was finished and shipping.

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