Category: Thinking Out Loud…

Online Traveling #4 : Arkansas…..

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The next place to visit online is Arkansas. I wonder what it will be like? I can’t wait to have an answer to this question as I work on my green project…..

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Arkansas is a southern U.S. state bordering the Mississippi River. It’s known for its abundant park and wilderness areas, with terrain encompassing mountains, caves, rivers and hot springs. The rugged Ozarks region in its northwest has hiking trails and limestone caves such as Blanchard Springs Caverns. Its capital, Little Rock, hosts the Clinton Presidential Center, housing Bill Clinton’s presidential archives. ― Google {}

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We Found America’s MOST CHARMING Town! – Food & City Tour of Eureka Springs, Arkansas 

The Endless Adventure   We may have found the MOST CHARMING city in the USA! We spent the day exploring the town of Eureka Springs, AR, eating huge pancakes, huckleberry pies, and exploring all the awesome sights around the area. 😍 Who knew Arkansas was so beautiful or delicious!? {}

#1 Even through the rain it looked like a cool place to walk around. I wish this couple ‘and I am assuming they are married’ – had said their name. I am listening to the video as I type (Oh I did watch it first to make sure I liked it and I liked it enough to subscribe to this site) – and then as they were eating I heard him call her Allison.

I agree with them that the Thorncarl Chapel is an amazing church.

Thorncrown Chapel is a chapel located in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, designed by E. Fay Jones, and constructed in 1980. The design recalls the Prairie School of architecture popularized by Frank Lloyd Wright, with whom Jones had apprenticed. Wikipedia

Address: 12968 US-62, Eureka Springs, AR 72632

 Side note : The word copyright came up and I bypassed another picture, but it was shown in the  youtube video by The Endless Adventure…

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Beautiful Scenic Arkansas HD (1080p)  May 17, 2019

Ben Stone!  I took a break year after college to film my state because I didn’t think Arkansas had good enough representation on the internet. I will add the locations in the comments soon. I hope y’all enjoy it! Follow my Instagram for more:https://www.instagram.com/thisisbenst…{}

#2: I was looking for something closer to date, but saw the colorful frees and couldn’t go pass it. I am glad this video had music as I enjoyed nature’s beauty….

Side note: I am hoping to find something else that is more on the lines of visiting and not moving there, but that will be at a later time. I am going to get back to a NEW Anime I am enjoying. Watch Shounen Maid….

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sh%C5%8Dnen_Maid  From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Shōnen Maid (少年メイド, Shōnen Meido, lit. “Boy Maid”) is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Ototachibana. A 12-episode anime television series adaptation aired between April and July 2016.

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#ARKANSAS #LITTLEROCK #BILLCLINTON

LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS Top 10 – What makes this a GREAT place!

601 TRAVELS Oct 8, 2020  Let’s explore LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS and find out what makes it a GREAT place. Watch our What Makes This a GREAT Place Playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list…

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Fun Free Things To Do In Little Rock Arkansas

•Jun 9, 2019 

Traveling On a Shoestring

Fun Things To Do In Little Rock Arkansas

I know when you think of cool places to visit Little Rock may not be the first place that comes to mind but honestly if you live anywhere in the area or are an outdoor enthusiast it should be. 

Little Rock, Arkansas sits on the banks of the Arkansas River located in the center of the state. And with a population of nearly 200,000 people, it’s the largest city in Arkansas and definitely the place to find a good time at a great value.

Sidenote : The last two videos were a lot of information and  enjoyable to watch. I am done with Arkansas…

Bye IV Now, LD*

Listening to Words…..

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We all can talk and some even may understand the words that are coming out of our mouth. But what if you are saying one thing and your meaning is totally different from what you are saying?

I thought I was being nice and letting go and ending a friendship clear and to the point? I was wrong, because they kept reaching out. Phone calls and text messages have gone unanswered. You know you are right, but it still bugs you that there seems no end to this…

You reached out to friends (female friends don’t answer) and one brave person (yes a male friend) who told me my words weren’t strong enough. He heard my anger, and pointed out it wasn’t towards the right person, and I agree.

I have decided I am “NO LONGER GOING TO PUT MY FEELINGS ASIDE TO TALK WITH ANYONE”. As a person no one wants to be alone and if there is a light coming from somewhere even if that light is grey we move towards it.

I LOVE looking up, because just like the clouds I am always changing. There’s beauty in everything and I REALLY DO NOT need someone to tell me I am beautiful or to talk to. I Know I am Loved. I have a few people who I can honestly call my friend (even if we don’t talk every day) and family.  

I am Blessed and it’s time I act like it. I am listening to a song by Jonathan McReynolds & Mali called “Movin’ On,” and I believe everyone should not only listen to these words, but understand them. One has to move on to be free  and Happy. We can either learn and move on or we can stay where we are and die like everyone else. I am not like anyone else I am More than what they see. So, Who Are You?

Bye IV Now LD*

Each Step..

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I have been working on a better me for awhile and I haven’t noticed a change. I changed how I ate, started walking, and did everything I could. I had to stop and rethink and really ask myself “Am I doing all I can do?”

I am laughing, because people tell you – you don’t have to change, because you look good as you are. I shake my head knowing their lies. I have come to realize people know they are not at their best and there was NO WAY they were going to encourage you to be better then they are…

I have always talked about going meatless. I even tried a few times, but only lasted a day. I will not give up eggs, but I don’t eat that every day and one still needs a little protein in their life….

I know I can do this, because it cost me over a hundred dollars to shop for my new way of eating. I started with squash, zucchini, and tomatoes over rice. Yesterday, we had a veggie stir fry over fried rice. Tonight is a big pot of veggie soup and that will cover the next 2 or 3 days. (I  do have a young man in the house)

If I can drink a pitcher of water, and I REALLY DO NOT LIKE DRINKING WATER!!! I can do anything. I am ignoring those who don’t believe I can change how I eat or lose weight. (They are now passing friends and I am okay with that)

I only have one life to live and I am choosing to live my  life the BEST  as I can and SMILING through each step. I wish I others could understand they don’t have to bring others down to make them feel better, because we all only have control over our own body and WORDS WILL NEVER BRING DOWN A STRONG PERSON…

So, stand Strong, and be your BEST!!!!!!!

BYE IV Now, LD*

Two of James

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I am amazed that there are two James? I am also wondering why and how I keep attracting them? I didn’t believe there could be two people with the same backwards thoughts.(SMH)

The other day I saw a mug with a black lady’s face with an Afriacn hat and I automatically thought about my friend Ann.

She is the mother of five and not only has a strong faith in God. She not only encourages her kids, but their friends (one of them being my son) as well to be better than what people may see them to be. 

She didn’t even blink when we lost our place and she took him in without blinking an eye and to me that is “A Black Queen” a.k.a the cup. (I didn’t find out that it was her birthday until the next day, but all in all. I am Smiling, because she liked my gift)

Today without thinking I put on a pale yellow t-shirt (My mother gave me as a Christmas gift) that reads “Strong Empowered Woman,” and I agree 100% that is who I am.

James #1 I have known over twenty years and although I wasn’t saved then, times have changed. The day I found Christ was the best thing that ever happened to me and “Yes, I did let him know.” 

We stayed friends. I had to keep reminding him that I no longer saw the world through dull eyes, I looked for a way to make things better, and holding onto my faith. I had stopped talking to him, because of his hurtful words. I know he doesn’t mean anything, because he sees the world through his eyes only. 

James # 2 had said he asked me to watch a movie and get dinner at his house, because he wanted some company. He has been working at home, since his company shut down, because of Corvid.

I can’t believe I did the same thing, when I started talking to James #1 again. I even explained why I had stopped talking to him, (and of course no apology) but out of knowing him for so long. I didn’t want to end our friendship without trying to even out the rough spots.

It really didn’t take long before his one sided conversation was starting to bug me. I tried talking to him, but he wasn’t listening. I said, “Good-Bye” to him a few weeks ago, and I will NOT answer his calls or text. (I am laughing, because he just called again. I wish I knew how to block his number) 

I am NOT going to put my feelings aside so I can talk to someone. I know how to get into the Word (the Bible), work on my projects from my book, short stories, crochet, or cross stitch.

I do have a few friends I can talk to and I know I AM LOVED and do not have to put myself second for anyone.

Now James #2 first asked what I was doing, but not really listening as I told him I was almost done with my book and jokingly said, “and so ready to get paid” and then going to read more of first Samuel. That would be a book in the Bible.

James #2 couldn’t believe I wouldn’t go to his place. I was just about to say, “goodnight” when the fool had the nerve to say, “Well I guess you didn’t want to make any money tonight.”

I was silent for a second and calming said, “You haven’t heard a word I said I am a Christan a child of God and too GOOD for you.” I suggested he read the Bible and get satan out of his heart for he will never amount to anything and that life could be cut short. I hung up and thought what a sad little stout of a wanna be man he is. 

As I was walking home today I thought maybe it’s just the name James that turned men a little crazy. I am thinking I will read the book of James after I finish reading 1st Samuel. I am hoping I am wrong about that name.

{On a side note: I just remembered Loni Love from The Real said she was dating a new man and he was nice and his name is James. I guess there are a few good men named James}. Silly me – I also just remembered James isn’t their real name, because I didn’t want anyone to Sue me for telling my truth…..

James #1 only thinks of himself…

James #2 thinks ungodly thoughts…

I am Smiling, because like my t-shirt says I am a Strong Woman and NO ONE CAN CHANGE THAT!!!!

Bye IV Now, LD*

A TLC Moment….

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Had a “TLC” moment today. For those who are not fullmer with the trio of young ladies group in the 80s. I don’t recall the song, but it was the one where the guy sitting in the passenger seat of a car trying to holler at the girl…. (Now that I am no longer on my phone, let me Google that title of that song) “N0 Scrubs” a very COOL song….

Well, I never thought that could happen, and to happen to me had me in a “WOW” moment. If this is what make-up does (I don’t normally wear it), I may never wear it again.

1st co-worker : Did you go out last night or put on make-up this morning?

Me(frowning) : No I got up at 5am as I do every work day.. 

I had to cut my words short, because she isn’t from America and keeps saying rude things. I like to believe she doesn’t know she is being rude. I am just going to have to remember to keep words short and sweet with her.

I closed my eyes  a second before I walked away from her, and smiled. I added some color to my face today, because 1. I am a girl and it’s allowed. 2. I wanted a new look.  (one day I am going to learn how to put it on correctly)  Well, it’s time to get back to my next crochet project…

Bye IV Now, LD*