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What am I Doing Here?

by Dorianne

Rated: E · Book · Animal · #1209690

This is my first attempt to be a blogger. I hope to type a few items that you will enjoy.

I do not know where to begin with this description. The time period is from 0 to now. Please don't ask how long that is. I am sure with certain clues, you will be able to figure that out.
I am writing this on my favorite old computer at home. I have a computer room that doubles as a retreat for a few of my pets when they want to be alone.
I will cover mostly current thoughts. I hope to add some pictures as I have seen in a blog. I think that to do this sharing will take a lot of work, but the pictures I have seen are well worth it.
Occasionally, I might review a flashback in mylife. I have times when I just roll that special even around in my mind until it has every possible facet examined. Usually this time is to try to figure out a "what if" scenario.
If some of my items have no zest to it feel free to say so. I think that after I have some a few trial runs, then the real me will be out for all of the world to see. Luck you! As the saying goes, "Come with me and the best is yet to be."

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10 Most Recent Blog Comments:

Jeff

Oct 17, 2025 at 8:18pm
In response to "Overthinking"

I've found that, for myself, thinking 1-2 steps ahead isn't difficult; it's the 3+ steps ahead that I started to get overwhelmed with all the possibilities. Which probably explains why I'm not a very good chess player!

Jeff

Aug 15, 2025 at 6:19pm
In response to "Wizard of Oz and Judy"

The Wizard of Oz is great, along with all of the other films you listed!

Jeff

May 20, 2025 at 8:54pm
In response to "What am I Reading"

These all sound like great things to read! I have a couple of Pulitzer winners on my to-read list as well, most notably Trust by Hernan Diaz.

Dorianne

Apr 7, 2025 at 5:33pm
In response to "What to do?"

Happy Birthday to you.
I agree that April is a great month for birthday that is filled with warm weather and lots of friends. It has all the makings for a fun time in which one can go outdoors and visit friends you missed during bad weather time.
Enjoy! Celebrate! Soak in that vitamin D from the sun!

citruspocket

Apr 5, 2025 at 1:28pm
In response to "What to do?"

Sounds like lots of lovely plans for April! It's my birthday month too, I'm biased but I think it's the best month for a birthday

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Dorianne

Mar 31, 2025 at 10:49pm
In response to "Crafts"

Thank you to Soldier Mike for your read and special comments. I like the mention that the acronym is something personal. I would need a little help with X's or Qs. I had a Quincy in my class one time. He wasn't quick or quiet. I knew that he asked a lot of questions so 'Questioning' seemed to fit. He did not mind, and he enjoyed the word. If a person had a short name then I allowed the student to use their last name. I always wanted my students to have a good day.
These Blog writings are thought provoking and fun.
So since it is Spring, let me wish you and your family a nice Springtime. I was glad to see the last snow we had melted. I can take longer walks and go outside to write more.
Take care !

Soldier_Mike

Mar 30, 2025 at 11:40pm
In response to "Crafts"

Presenting an acronym to a friend as a birthday gift is a fine idea for a writer. It's fun for them to read, and it's personalized to boot.

Dorianne

Mar 23, 2025 at 5:24pm
In response to "It's Jean Time"

Soldier Mike
Thank you for your read and response on this blog. I usually keep my t-shirts for a long time. Then when they do not have to good as new look I either use them as undershirts to become a layer in winter or pajama wear. I have shirts that I bought when I went to different cities for the U. S. National Fencing tournaments that I qualified for. The older ones/shirts I keep as a way to remember the where and when I went.
As for the jeans, I seem to have gained a little weight since I retired from my sport. You can't lose it if you don't burn those calories. One cannot fence in jeans. A fencer must wear all white. White jeans are really hard to find. So the blue jeans are part of my travel ensemble.
My jeans are usually blue, elastic waist and not tapered in the legs. I grew up in the country so that style reminds me of home. I did not live on a farm but tried to help with yard work. Weeding flowerbeds in particular. It helped me see nature and find special animals. (baby birds, lizards, snakes, caterpillars, and such.)
Well I have shared enough and thank you for your reaction.
Have a nice day.
Happy Spring time.

Soldier_Mike

Mar 21, 2025 at 11:35pm
In response to "It's Jean Time"

Picking the right clothing can be a challenge, especially if, as you say, your preferred size regularly becomes unavailable. I have enough t-shirts to last the rest of my life (and I've owned some more than half my life), so jeans are my most "frequent" purchase; as I'm no longer part of the rough-and-tumble set, they last quite a while. Color selection's easy: black, tan or basic blue go with anything and support my severely limited fashion sense.

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Wordsmitty ✍️

Jan 20, 2025 at 11:44pm
In response to "Cookie Time "

YES!

November 1, 2025 at 4:47pm

#1100650

November Winds

November Winds

The branches were playing in the wind today. However, only a few leaves had been dropped off. Some leave had started to change colors. But most of the leaves were the same colors as a couple of weeks ago. I am thinking that the recent rains had furnished the moisture that the trees needed to begin completion of the yearly cycle of life. Many of the ducks had gone from the pond I see. The geese are now flying away at night time by the light of the moon and some landmarks they remember from last year.
But the winds are cooler, almost cold when I go outside to take my morning walk. I have a coat on but warm up quickly. Not many people are outside. There is no school today since it is Saturday.
I look for wrappers with candy and without candy. Our dog must not eat either because paper is bad and chocolate will make him sick. Last night's Trick or Treaters were so happy to get candy and a cheery "Hello." Parents accompanied all of the groups. Everyone was bundled up to be warm.
But today, the first day of November, the wind is promising a cool, cheerful month. Will the next wind bring colder weather? Will more animals be gone? Will I need to put out more food for my ducks?
I look forward to the changes I think will come. But the thing I do enjoy the most is watching the winds play with the limbs on the trees and the leaves roll across the backyard I see from my window. November winds are special.

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