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Oh. My. Gawd! I DID it!*Shock2*


My latest attempt at a BLOG => "The Universe between my Ears" Open in new Window.


Started with the bloody longest Blog Post in History: "The Day I met four Astronauts" Open in new Window.


(For the odd format, see the intro.*Idea*)


Don't worry, I'll be SHORTER in the future but that needed to get out!*BigSmile*
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Yeah, I noticed your handle yesterday and wondered if you'd be sharing the story! I'll find a moment to read it soon *Thumbsupgreen*
Amethyst Angel 🌼 Author Icon - It might not bore you to death.*Wink* No seriously: it was one of the bloody best days of my life!*Delight*

But excuse some rough patches. *Shock2* I banged it out in an all-nighter because I couldn‘t sleep because of the ghastly humid heat.🥵
SORRY, my friends, it took me FOREVER!*Shock2*

But my brain goes into "heat-free" mode around 26°C / 80°F*Pthb*... and we're swiftly approaching body temperature here.*Explode*

Anyway, I've got some some new YUMS for y'all in "ROOTS & WINGS" Open in new Window.:


– "21. ROOT: Rhubarb Cake" Open in new Window. &

– "22. Creamy Lemon Popsicles (PLUS encore!)" Open in new Window.


Have a great – and hopefully cooler – day, and weekend, everybody!*Cool*
I fear things are coming to an end with me.*Pthb*

The "juice" is low... my short stories are actually that: short*Shock2* => below 2k, when they used to be mini novels up to 7/8k.

Bye, guys, was nice here.*Yawn*

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Nah, JOKE! *Laugh* You don't get rid of me THAT easily.*Smirk2* Guess the Ol' Brain just doesn't work so well over 30/85°.*Explode*


Expect some YUMS, though, soon.*Hungry*


What do we learn from this post? => I suck at obituaries, but slay advertising.*Rolling*


Have a great day, everybody!*Sun* *Cool*
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Amethyst Angel 🌼 Author Icon - You go, Ma'am. No doubt about it. *ThumbsUpGreen*

Not sure about the weather – at least here, Mid-Europe, there'll be 36/ 98° on the weekend*Pthb* (and no mandatory air conditioning here*Sick*) – hope you'll hit it better.*ThumbsUpGreen*
Olivia, she was a-withering,
This had Sung’manitu a-dithering.
Then he said, I know the trick!
I’ll write a cute limerick,
And soon Olivia will be unwithering!
Sung'manitu Author Icon - Aw... thank you so much.*Blush* That's beautiful, Stephen.*Hug1**Smile**Hug2*
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Dear Annette Author IconMail Icon,


 Crashed Open in new Window. (18+)
Burned out, Vince arrived at Elena's in Munich... and has a lucid moment
#2341098 by Olivia‘s met 4 astronauts! Author IconMail Icon



was inspired by (but doesn't qualify for) "Parenting Short Story Contest CLOSED" Open in new Window. (therefore I didn't enter it), due to :

– word count (1.600, but: it's one of my shortest stories *ThumbsUpGreen*)
– the with 18+ probably too high rating (for the topic)

– the story being told from an "observer"'s point of view – instead of the mother herself (as it's a mother-daughter scene*Idea*). But: Vince, the narrator, gets a glimpse into a possible future parenthood so I suppose it fits somehow.*Thinker*

So while I was mulling over your contest's theme, and what to write, I was struck by lightning one day, banged this out and polished it up till now.

More important, though, is that I think I finally nailed the scene that precedes – and so marks – the beginning of my novel (have already written the end). *ThumbsUpGreen*

So... Danke.*BigSmile*

(Oh, and the story's set in modern-day Germany... in case you're "homesick")
Hallo, my friends. *BigSmile*


Hope you're all having a quiet and peaceful day.*ThumbsUpGreen*


Well, for those of you who also are hungry*Laugh* – nah, joke! for ALL of you – I have a real Schmankerl from "ROOTS & WINGS" Open in new Window.:


"20. ROOT: Quiche Lorraine" Open in new Window.


Well, enjoy the rest of the day, guys!*Sun*
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We're having quiche for dinner, with homemade shortcrust pastry by my DH, no less! But (whispers), it does contain cheese... *Rolling*
Not only for WW is 18࿚A WDC adult! Author IconMail Icon!

Here's a a new Word search „Schmankerl“ for you.*BigSmile*

 
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Romance is in the Air! Open in new Window. (18+)
A Collection of fave romantic movies & TV series (Rating for safety)
#2341566 by Olivia‘s met 4 astronauts! Author IconMail Icon


I guess some of them you wouldn‘t have considered, but I‘m me, and so is my understanding of romance.*Think*
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WW is 18࿚A WDC adult! Author Icon - Have fun, Ma'am... and don^t mind my babble in the preamble.*Laugh*
Olivia‘s met 4 astronauts! Author Icon - Found a few "blips" in the search: eradicated them. Sorry.*Blush*
Thank you so much! *Bigsmile*
Sung'manitu Author IconMail Icon, Cubby Author IconMail Icon, etc., thank you all for responding to "Note: Whoa! The Weather Report just announced possible T...".*Hug1**Smile**Hug2* I was on my toes quite a bit.*Sshh*

BUT: with for a flooded basement, some hail damage and a few large tree branches hitting house/garden furniture, etc. my family in Germany got off lightly. After all, there were hurricane force winds (up to 80 mph).

Thank you for your concerns.*Hug1**Smile**Hug2*
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Whew! So glad you are safe! ❤️
Just couldn't help myself, but after watching my favorite Romance, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, I just couldn't help myself.*Blush*


So here my fave romantic movies / TV series from my collection.*HeartRate1*


 
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Romance is in the Air! Open in new Window. (18+)
A Collection of fave romantic movies & TV series (Rating for safety)
#2341566 by Olivia‘s met 4 astronauts! Author IconMail Icon



Have fun!*Hug1**Smile**Hug2*
Whoa! The Weather Report just announced possible TORNADOS for Southern Germany (just in the areas where family lives)!*Shock2* Scary S–!*Shock2*
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Hope everyone stays safe!
JACE Author Icon - Thanks, Jace. Hope you and your family stay safe, too... but you're unfortunately pros at it, eh?
Olivia‘s met 4 astronauts! Author IconMail Icon, let us know when you get the “all clear”
Cordially invited to this week's Yum are WW is 18࿚A WDC adult! Author IconMail Icon (Lentils!) and Sung'manitu Author IconMail Icon (thanks for the KitchenWitch MB*Hug1**Smile**Hug2*):


"19. Return of the LINSENGERICHT (Lentil Bolo)" Open in new Window.


Of course, everyone else is invited to the Big Yum, too.*Wink* And to check out this year's "menu", "ROOTS & WINGS" Open in new Window., too.


Have a great day, everybody!*Sun**Cool*
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Yum! Thank you!!! *Heart*
Hi, guys. Hope you're all enjoying the weekend.*Sun*


Just wanted to let you know that "ROOTS & WINGS" Open in new Window. up-to-date, with its newest addition:


"18. Ratz-Fatz LINSENGERICHT (Lentil Soup)" Open in new Window.


And as you, Cubby Author IconMail Icon & WW is 18࿚A WDC adult! Author IconMail Icon found "Linsengericht" used very well in "The Weirdest Town Names in Germany" Open in new Window., this one's for you... but, of course everyone else may join the Yum, too.*Heart*


Have a wonderful day, ladies, and WDC.*Hug1**Smile**Hug2*
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Thank you! 😁
My favourite part in cooking is mincing garlic and chopping onions. However, I usually have no idea what to do after that. *Laugh* Thanks for this recipe. This helps.
Elycia Lee ☮ Friday 13 Author Icon - Therefore you have me (on WDC).*BigSmile*
HUNGRY, anyone!?*Shock2*


Well, the Old Woman from The W(h)acky Kitchen who's finally updated "ROOTS & WINGS" Open in new Window., might help, with the full load:

MAIN => "16. German "Arancini"" Open in new Window.

and

DESSERT => "17. ROOT: Pistachio Tiramisu" Open in new Window.


Have a great day, my friends!*Hug1**Smile**Hug2* *Sun*
{ user:stephen.ret } / Sung'manitu

it took me a bit to realize you blocked me, and... you were right: re-reading that "review" made me cringe.*Sick*

Before I continue: usually I don't do what I'll do now, but you at least deserve an answer.

I take a psychiatric drug. Because of lingering side effects impairing me, my doctor and I agreed to lower the dose mid of last week.

But: when the brain's adjusted to it, changing the dose can quite swiftly disrupt its chemistry and cause it to become deranged*Shock*, until it has adjusted to the new dose.*Idea*

That not only made me infer, solely based on the item's subject/title, that it's a lark. I continued "spelling it out" WAY below locker room talk level, which is BAD enough.*FacePalm* But further, because of lacking impulse control, I hit "Send" – without considering the consequences!*Shock2*

That's not an excuse but what happened.

NOW, "sobered", I know I was a Big Fat Moron, who trampled on your feelings.*Cry*

Worse, you aren't alone as 🌻 pwheeler ~ love joy peace Author IconMail Icon, who's running "Habit Heroes " Open in new Window., also got a "taste" of lunacy.*Sick*

But Phyllis "knows" me since four years as we interact virtually every day. She knows that I usually don't act like that. However, by sharing what I'm sharing now with you, I could amend to her, and she seems to have accepted my apology.

I hope that you can do that, too.*Pray* I REALLY regret this.*Cry*

You've always been so generous with reviews, MBs and more, and I only wanted to (finally) return the favor.*Idea*

I even "learned" from you: I went over all reviews I'm working on (another broad hint as I usually do them one by one*RollEyes*), to make sure no mental diarrhea sneaked in.*Pthb* And I'll wait a few more days before I send them.*Idea*

BUT: until you read this, – or someone forwards it to you – you'll never know ANY of this.

So I guess this is IT. *HeartBroken*

But I had to try to amend, because I came to like you and always looked forward to your next review, or comment.*Heart*
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Not to stick my nose in your business, but I also deal with my own share of mental health issues. I have surely burned bridges and absolutely destroyed friendships because of it. And I think all of us, at some point or another, have instinctively typed something out and hit "send" without thinking about how it may be received.

I'm not sure of the details in your situation, but I think it's awesome that you are self-aware enough to admit you could have handled a situation better. And I think you're brave to be taking the step in changing medication/dosages—a serious struggle and process that not many people are familiar with.

Make sure you are taking the time to focus on you, first and foremost.

Anyway, chin up, and virtual fist bump. You got this.
Of course I forgive you. You're a beautiful person. *Heart*
Being human I make mistakes. Having multiple disABILITIES, I can make more mistakes because of related issues. To add to this I many times can arelky do the minimal of whatever task it might be. I have friends who are physically challenged, mentally challenged, and spiritual challenged or have multiple challenges.

Everyone makes mistakes, needs to forgive, and needs help eventually.

One thing we should consider is the frustration factor, because when we work together to help each other relieve frustration or any other challenging issue the world is much better.

My email inbox is bulging, The DWG activities are waiting for my attention. the weather has caused issues, UTI's have plagued me, and the list goes on. So in the balance or unbalance of things I do the best I can and leave the results up to God.

As long as we do not quit, work together, and forgive mistakes, we are winners. Let's win together.
Hello, guys.*Smile*

Hope you all had / are having a great day, and Feierabend soon.*ThumbsUpGreen*

Just in time for the latter*Laugh*, here's to inform you that "ROOTS & WINGS" Open in new Window. is up-to-date again:

"14. Orange-Mint+ Popsicles" Open in new Window. + "15. Lemon Breakfast Scones" Open in new Window.

Have a nice evening, all.*Heart*

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Goooooooood Mooooooooorning, WDC! *BigSmile*


WAY too late, but here's the first ROOT in "ROOTS & WINGS" Open in new Window. which I made for Easter.*Heart*


"13. ROOT: Großmama's Nut-Chocolate-Red Wine Cake" Open in new Window.


More to come later.*Wink*


Have a great day, everybody.*Sun**Cool*
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This actually sounds delicious! Who wouldn't like red wine and chocolate with a few nuts tossed in?
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