houstongal

Lauthra says on Jul 23, 2007, 17:40:

Your cat is so cute!!! I have 2 black ones and a white one with black and brown bits! Yoga rocks, more when the cats go on my mat in the middle of a class :P

Nato (='.'=)

elmodefoque says on Jul 24, 2007, 12:23:

hey, how about we get together and get drunk?

houstongal says on Jul 24, 2007, 21:09:

sounds like fun, but i haven't gotten drunk in years (gee....1999 was the last time i recall getting drunk). i keep on passing out for a few minutes after one drink or getting sick before i can ever get drunk. but i could probably get "drunk" of your sense of humor!

Lauthra says on Jul 24, 2007, 21:26:

I practice :) I hope to ever be as bendy as my cats! They're all rescues and I am soooo obsessed about them!

Nato (='.'=)

goin_south says on Jul 24, 2007, 23:11:

damn, then; I'm gonna C if I can find a photo of GUMBY.... jejee. mi maharishi mehesh yogi

Hey, Lauthra... there's alot of guys on here that are obsessed with Kats, 2..... 'r.... was that Kat1?

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

houstongal says on Jul 25, 2007, 06:28:

GS - I have a smiley bendy at work that I sometimes put into yoga positions. I should replace my photo with it!

Lauthra - Nice to meet another Ashtanga devotee. I tried Bikram once and didn't like the heat. And the barking of the positions like commands isn't very pleasant. Yoga should be much more soothing than that! I've practiced Ashtanga in a number of locations I've traveled to. The next time I'm in Bogotá I hope you can direct me to classes. Considering how inflexible I was when I first started yoga, I know I've improved. I don't think I'll ever get as flexible as my cats. Do yours try to bump your head when you're in downward dog? Yup, both my cats are rescues as well. They are like children to me.

Lauthra says on Jul 25, 2007, 22:02:

Well, I grew up in Cali so the heat it's like being home on a very hot day. Paffy, my male cat, jumped on my back once when I was doing bow pulling posture, was funny and painful :P Sure, you should go to the studio I go to, it's good :) My cats are like children as well, not a lot of people understand the way I feel about them, some have even said 'But they're just cats', and got a very nasty look in response! So you come to Colombia on a regular basis?

Nato (='.'=)

houstongal says on Jul 26, 2007, 06:34:

No I don't, but I wish I did! Ouch...doing bow is bad enough but with a cat on your back it's worse. If I practice yoga at home (rarely), I have to close the door. There's nothing worse than having cat hair in your face when you're sweating and trying to get into a position! But then they meow outside the door. A friend used to tell me that if she dies, she would want to come back as one of my cats. Sounds like coming back as one of your cats would be equally good!

goin_south says on Jul 26, 2007, 15:35:

Ladies, ladies....please; you're gonna start getting come VERY....CATTY.....COMMENTS HERE IN jus a few moments, if this conversation continues..... :)

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

Mosaic_Soul says on Jul 26, 2007, 18:02:

Just a little something to add some peace and serenity to your day at work, or night at home.....

http://www.khaimar.com/azul/azul.mp3

Enjoy the vibe...

Stay blessed,

Faith means that you have peace even when you don't have all the answers.

LA_MONA says on Jul 28, 2007, 05:06:

HG shame we are mostly on here at different times due to the time difference, I need more ladies around here, especially in Kat1's absence.....

Mona

Para volar, es preciso tener resistencia. -M.Lin

Lauthra says on Jul 28, 2007, 12:27:

Oh it'b be awesome if one could chose what to come back after dying! Shame we dont have image galleries, I'd be filling them up with cat pic!

Nato (='.'=)

houstongal says on Jul 28, 2007, 15:06:

Lauthra - You can always post images in the comments section! Here's my other cat.



And Mona, I agree...too bad the time zones are off. But I will be in Switzerland in September/October for 3 weeks. Maybe we ladies can band together against the men then! :-)

Mario says on Jul 28, 2007, 15:26:

How about that Grim Reaper cat? Scary stuff!

"Oh look, the cat curled up in bed number 4 next to Mrs. Williams - we'd better call the next of kin"... Bizarre (cue twilight zone theme...)

houstongal says on Jul 28, 2007, 16:27:

I must be tired....Grim Reaper cat Mario? Huh? Did I miss something?

Anyway, that's a favorite photo of Snowflake (not my name...it's the name given by the person who found her). As most white cats with blue eyes are, she's deaf. She's about 17 and her kidneys are slowly failing. I'm doing everything possible to slow the the deterioration of her kidneys.

Lauthra says on Jul 29, 2007, 17:15:

YAY! I'd forgotten about that!
This is Paffy the male cat that jumped on my back while yogaing :P

This is Bitty the other black meow, she is very stoopid!

And Delly the last cat we recued, she is approx. 8 years old. She is lovely!

Now you have the cattiest traveler profile ever :)

Nato (='.'=)

Lauthra says on Jul 29, 2007, 17:15:

Whoops, didnt think of resizing... so sorry, you can delete it and I will post them again at a reasonable size if you want *blushes*

Nato (='.'=)

Lauthra says on Jul 29, 2007, 17:17:

Snowflake is gorgeous, when we first got Bitty I wanted a white cat with blue eyes (didnt know about the deaf relation until you mentioned it). Hope her kidneys last lots more years!

Nato (='.'=)

houstongal says on Jul 29, 2007, 18:10:

Oh my goodness Lauthra! Your Paffy looks just like my Holly Go-Lightly! Long and sleek with very shiny fur. And Delly is like my Snowy. Here's a photo when she was a kitten in 2003. Thanks for making this the kitty profile!

houstongal says on Jul 29, 2007, 18:11:

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goin_south says on Jul 29, 2007, 19:22:

That's HORRIFIC....

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

goin_south says on Jul 29, 2007, 19:23:

....all I can see in my monitor are those TWO BIG CAT EYES!

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

goin_south says on Jul 29, 2007, 19:23:

Is it October already? Did I miss something?

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

Lauthra says on Jul 30, 2007, 09:53:

That is such a cool close-up! I was quite happy when I saw the Crazy Cat Lady had a part in the Simpsons film, Im so heading that way :P

Nato (='.'=)

houstongal says on Jul 30, 2007, 14:23:

I hate not having the option of previewing before you send your comment! Huge photo!

Lauthra - Crazy Cat Lady! I thought it was great that she was washing the cats at the lake. I need to buy one of those crazy cat lady dolls. I've seen them in stores. That's my fear...becoming a crazy cat lady myself! I think my allergies would bother me if I get too many cats though! I am allergic to them, yet I've got them! I must be crazy!

Lauthra says on Jul 30, 2007, 15:18:

Hehehe, Im not allergic to them THANK GOODNESS! My bf and I are moving to a new flat in a month and it has a tiny 'maid room' which we are going to turn into a cat passage, we seem to always find cats in need in the streets so we help them out, but don't want to put our own cats at risk. He is as mad as cat as I am!

Nato (='.'=)

Dan says on Aug 3, 2007, 05:35:

Lauthra, at least you all have the same hobby :-)
Good to see you still have the two black ones... Love them all.
Take care!

God Bless America!

houstongal says on Aug 5, 2007, 14:32:

Funny...I never think of my cats as a hobby! They are companions of the best kind. Although I grew up with dogs, I have a stronger connection with cats and I miss them when I'm traveling.

Dan says on Aug 6, 2007, 01:35:

ok, maybe not hobby, how about same interests then? I've grown up with dogs and cats (not at the same time, I don't think)... I like both, but I like cats more. If I wasn't away from home so much, I'd get one.

God Bless America!

houstongal says on Aug 6, 2007, 05:08:

Hooray, another cat lover! Hopefully you'll be home long enough at some point to get a cat and add to this cat loving profile!

gabolicious says on Aug 10, 2007, 17:45:

HG I want to be your friend, if it's ok with you...

"The new land of opportunities: Colombia!" ----- Mr Miguel_Clavo on PBH

podborski says on Aug 10, 2007, 22:15:

great photo!

möna who?

LA_MONA says on Aug 11, 2007, 00:04:

Jjajaja
HG you look hot!
Are you wearing any clothes in that pic ;-)))

Para volar, es preciso tener resistencia. -M.Lin

goin_south says on Aug 11, 2007, 01:34:

MONA..... she IS HOT!

BUT WAIT UNTIL SHE RETURNS TO HOUSTON :)

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

houstongal says on Aug 11, 2007, 05:57:

It's possible Mona.....possible.

houstongal says on Aug 11, 2007, 06:11:

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houstongal says on Aug 11, 2007, 06:13:

Dang, that didn't work...

houstongal says on Aug 11, 2007, 06:14:

Grrrr...

Dan says on Aug 11, 2007, 06:33:

Nice picture of your cat... Wow! you got a great smile!

God Bless America!

Mario says on Aug 11, 2007, 06:34:

Ahh nice photo! Keep it there, keep it there... rah, rah, rah...

You must've missed the news story. The Grim Reaper cat was this cat that lived at a hospice and would curl up with the next person to check out. It seemed that it sensed death and would go to the person and curl up in bed with them, at which point the staff would notify next of kin that death was imminently upon their loved one.

houstongal says on Aug 11, 2007, 07:18:

Mario I did see that news article and thought that was pretty amazing. OK...the photo stays as long as I don't get weirdos sending me PMs. As someone who has seen me in person, don't you think the photo captures the spirit of me? Now the only thing you're missing is my laugh!

Holly Golightly hates being photographed, but she photographs well when I can catch her at the right time.

Dan says on Aug 11, 2007, 07:42:

I guess the next thing to do is to hear that laugh of yours :-)

God Bless America!

gabolicious says on Aug 11, 2007, 08:31:

oiga HG usted sí que es bonita!!!

Su carita se ve mejor sin "esa bola de pelos" que tenía en la otra, o sea su gato jajajajajajajajaja mentiras es bromeando no se vaya a poner brava!!

usted también tiene muy bonita sonrisa, y es preciosa al igual que Monita.

Sí me parece mejor esta foto, porque tan alérgico soy a los gatos como te decía que la veía y me empezaba a dar comezón en la nariz! jajajajajajajajajaja

Bueno ciao querida y por favor no quites esta foto tuya!!!

"The new land of opportunities: Colombia!" ----- Mr Miguel_Clavo on PBH

houstongal says on Aug 11, 2007, 08:55:

LOL Gabo! I do not want your allergies to act up everytime you see my old photo so I will keep this one up to spare you from having to go through allergy shots and taking daily doses of Claritin! I hope you will now be able to breathe easier....jajajajaja! :-)

gabolicious says on Aug 11, 2007, 17:09:

LOL HG!!!!!

yep with that pic I "breathe easier" jajajajajajajajajaja

please keep the cats away from me!!!

Ojos inflamados, estornudos, no se puede respirar...

Pero mira qué diferencia... usted tan bonita y sin gatos en mejor aún!!!! jajajajajajaja

=D

Besos querida!

GAbo

"The new land of opportunities: Colombia!" ----- Mr Miguel_Clavo on PBH

Mario says on Aug 12, 2007, 09:11:

You're absolutely right, it captures you very well - but we need to embed a wma or mov file somehow with your contageous and "memorable" laughter.

If weirdo's send you offending PM's, forward them to Peter - he'll take care of that.

houstongal says on Aug 12, 2007, 10:03:

Mario - The next time we do lunch, I'll give you the honors of recording the laugh and posting on PBH! :-)

Mario says on Aug 12, 2007, 11:28:

I'll bring a feather...

LA_MONA says on Aug 14, 2007, 02:00:

I still am in shock after you told me your age....I can't get over it....I....just.....cant!

Para volar, es preciso tener resistencia. -M.Lin

houstongal says on Aug 14, 2007, 05:10:

Hey thanks Mona! What timing huh? I reveal my age and that post got deleted! :-)

Dan says on Aug 14, 2007, 05:33:

and I missed it...

God Bless America!

Valen says on Aug 15, 2007, 14:26:

I did missed 2.
Good post=Deleted
Ask La Mona

gabolicious says on Aug 20, 2007, 17:26:

Hey HG I sent you an e-mail.. but I am not sure if you recieved it.. pls let me know. I sent it twice and I got this failure notice...

Gabo

"The new land of opportunities: Colombia!" ----- Mr Miguel_Clavo on PBH

houstongal says on Aug 20, 2007, 19:30:

And for those who missed the Bud hula girl

houstongal says on Aug 20, 2007, 19:33:

I should mention that this was taken about 20 years ago for Anheuser-Busch. The long hair wasn't mine, but the bangs are real and so is everything else! You guys can do the math and estimate my age! Oh...my avatar photo was taken in May 2007 so it represents what I look like today.

gabolicious says on Aug 21, 2007, 19:37:

you look sooooooo beautiful... 20 years ago and now... muuuuuuuyyyyyyyyyy bonita....

tan linda

ahora yo soy quien te digo... GRACIAS por la foto!!!!

=D

Tu amigo Gabo

"The new land of opportunities: Colombia!" ----- Mr Miguel_Clavo on PBH

Dan says on Aug 22, 2007, 04:33:

nice picture.. but 20yrs ago? No way! I suppose my guess of 27 is off too then. What ever it is, your doing GREAT in my book. :-)

God Bless America!

gabolicious says on Aug 23, 2007, 17:07:

Dear HG I tried to send you another mail... just let me know if you got it

"The new land of opportunities: Colombia!" ----- Mr Miguel_Clavo on PBH

msaucey says on Aug 24, 2007, 07:32:

I know I continue to try and keep it up.... But, my instructor is sometimes brutal.... No mercy...

The trouble about trying to make yourself stupider than you really are is that you very often succeed. - CS Lewis

msaucey says on Aug 24, 2007, 14:01:

Thanks for the Tip.... I may have to start my new search, with that in mind....

The trouble about trying to make yourself stupider than you really are is that you very often succeed. - CS Lewis

gabolicious says on Aug 27, 2007, 11:29:

Querida HG trataré enviarte de nuevo mi correo...

Saludos y un abrazo

Gabo

"The new land of opportunities: Colombia!" ----- Mr Miguel_Clavo on PBH

claudejack says on Aug 28, 2007, 16:40:

Howdy Houston! HowRu doing?

Damn it! I wish I was back in Bello!!!!

Lily03 says on Aug 31, 2007, 21:56:

HG- those pics are sooo cute...I used to be allergic to cats, but not anymore. I think my sister's kitty is in love with me...hahaha.

Cute pics! AND NOOO way that pic of you was taken 20 years ago...you look great though. Muy bonita.

Ciao querida.

capitan_centella says on Sep 4, 2007, 13:34:

Gracias por su preocupacion. // Thanks for your concern. . . // domo arigato gozaimas.

"When you open your eyes, you turn around with the world, But it can change, if you only close it, and see a dream to yourself." Me.

gabolicious says on Sep 4, 2007, 16:53:

querida HG I sent you an email, hope not to get that bloody "delivery failure notice" jajajajajajaja....

Let me know if you got it...

kisses

Gabo

"The new land of opportunities: Colombia!" ----- Mr Miguel_Clavo on PBH

houstongal says on Sep 6, 2007, 10:48:

Believe it or not, I am allergic to cats, dogs, trees, dust, mites, mold, etc. But I took allergy shots for 2 years and have gotten much better. I think 2 cats in the house is OK, but more would cause me problems.

capitan_centella says on Sep 6, 2007, 11:11:

Houston gal, thnaks to add me as a friend. I´m honored.

"When you open your eyes, you turn around with the world, But it can change, if you only close it, and see a dream to yourself." Me.

gabolicious says on Sep 6, 2007, 12:48:

Dios mío!!! "2 cats in the house is OK"

ya tienes DOS GATOS en casa siendo alérgica a ellos????

AVE MARIA!!! querida HG... you are so brave!!!! eso confirma el hermoso corazón que tienes, ojalá yo tuviera la paciencia para cuidar de esos animalitos....

mi relacion con ellos es amor-odio, porque no me parecen feos pero cuando mi alergia se presenta quiero ahorcar a los gatos!!!! jajajajajajajajaja

Que señorita tan valiente de tener gatos siendo alérgica a ellos....

Besos

=D

"The new land of opportunities: Colombia!" ----- Mr Miguel_Clavo on PBH

houstongal says on Sep 6, 2007, 20:55:

I have a big house so my allergies aren't too bad with the 2 cats. But once I visited a friend who lived in a small apartment and she had 4 cats. My nose started itching immediately.

But 2 really is OK. And yes, I do love the kitties so much that I cannot imagine life without cats. Putting up with weekly allergy shots for 2 years was worth my being able to enjoy my cats, being outdoors, dusting (ha! that's what cleaning ladies are for!), etc.

Lauthra says on Sep 6, 2007, 21:35:

Awww bummer, we have a small flat and 4 cats too! You wouldn't have that good of a time here!
We just moved into this new place, and the cats hid for two solid days, didn't even eat! Such nervous critter, kitten was fine, exploring and destroying the minute he set paw in the door!

Nato (='.'=)

Dan says on Sep 6, 2007, 23:18:

Cat's a fun to watch. I had a friend that had a laser pointer and the cats would chase after it all over the house. Cat's are fun in general.

God Bless America!

gringolondinense says on Sep 7, 2007, 04:33:

wow HG!! you had allergy shots every week? gosh! What were they, are they extracts of the allergen to desensitize your body?

If you have hayfever, try taking Grazax tablets 3 months before the pollen starts up. I tried it and it really works. Its the first allergen vaccination tablet on the market I think.

houstongal says on Sep 7, 2007, 10:36:

Yeah, allergy shots every week. They rotated arms. Because I was allergic to so much stuff, the serum was rather thick. But it was probably better than all of the sinus infections I kept on getting. But now I rarely have any problems. I don't even have to take Claritin during hay fever season.

Yeah Lauthra, I bet 4 cats in a small flat would have me sneezing after about an hour. Mine also are very scared in new environments. I think it takes them a little while to seek and find favorite sleeping spots in new places. Cats really don't like change.

Dan, my white cat is deaf and when she was younger she loved to chase the light from a flashlight. She would even run up the wall to chase it. None of my other cats ever fell for the light from laser pointers or flashlights. They'd rather play with tin foil balls and pretend they're soccer balls. Cheap entertainment!

gabolicious says on Sep 7, 2007, 19:01:

Dios mio!!! HG amas mucho a los gatos!!! te admiro demasiado por eso... yo veo un gato y salgo corriendo del lugar!!! jajajajajajajajajaja

=D

"The new land of opportunities: Colombia!" ----- Mr Miguel_Clavo on PBH

Dan says on Sep 7, 2007, 22:17:

What my friends did was to get the cats fall over the furniture. They had a couch set about a couple feet away from the wall for walking behind it. They would shine the laser all over the floor when they were chasing it pretty good, they would flash it on the couch and when the cats got close to it, shine it on the wall behind it and they would not even stop and jump up at it falling to the floor again. They did this a few times before the cats got tired of it. Hour later, start right back up... entertaining all right!

God Bless America!

Lauthra says on Sep 9, 2007, 11:38:

Well, we're having the small place to save up for a big house with a garden *fingers crossed*. I'm glad I'm not allergic to cats, but if I was I'd prolly had the shots as well :)

Our cats aren't into light either, they go mad about bits of paper, or tea bag bags, one of them even retrieves!

Nato (='.'=)

houstongal says on Sep 9, 2007, 14:22:

Mine retrieves too! Her favorite toy is parsley. She likes it thrown (it doesn't go very far) and she runs back with it in her mouth. She prefers the parsley with more stem than leaves. She's an odd cat. She loves to eat nuts, lettuce, peaches, cantaloupe and other fruit, mushroom stems, tortilla chips.

Lauthra says on Sep 9, 2007, 14:36:

Oh my Paffy would eat anything too! Jelly (jello-o), pineapple, grapes, and some of the stuff you mentioned. Delly goes mad for crackers, just bitting them, she doesn't really eat them. And Bitty started covering the food bowls with whatever is around, t-shirt, trousers etc. They are all odd!

Parseley, hehehe now that is weird! :D

Nato (='.'=)

houstongal says on Sep 9, 2007, 20:08:

One day I'll take a photo of her with the parsley in her mouth. It is so cute. She runs with it as if she's so proud to catch it. Then she attacks it and in a few hours it's limp. Oh, the ferocious hunter of parsley! jaja!

Dan says on Sep 9, 2007, 20:38:

both of your cats are on strange diets... haha. One nice thing about cats is that they all have their own personality.

God Bless America!

Lauthra says on Sep 10, 2007, 09:18:

I dunno if this video will work, but it's Paffy retreiving a tea bag bag, when he was just a kitten :)

Nato (='.'=)

houstongal says on Sep 10, 2007, 20:16:

Ohhhhhh how CUTE!!!! Isn't that funny how they retrieve? I need to make a video of mine with the parsley the next time I'm home. Mine likes to run too. She loves being chased up the stairs or in the house. I should get another cat for her to play with, but she interacts with humans more because she doesn't have another cat to play with (Snowflake is to old to play).

houstongal says on Sep 10, 2007, 20:18:

dup

Dan says on Sep 11, 2007, 06:37:

Cute... I don't think I've seen cats retrieve stuff like that before. he's cute

God Bless America!

LA_MONA says on Sep 11, 2007, 11:43:

Hey Lauthra's vid was really cute!

HG erm, myself and Gabo would like to clear up a doubt we have...well not a doubt just a question really....could you look on Gabo's profile as I am too shy to ask!

Para volar, es preciso tener resistencia. -M.Lin

Lauthra says on Sep 11, 2007, 17:35:

Yay, glad you liked the video, can't wait to see yours :D

Nato (='.'=)

houstongal says on Sep 11, 2007, 18:15:

hahaha Mona....I saw the question......

gabolicious says on Sep 11, 2007, 19:53:

querida HG ha sido un placer verte por acà y platicar un momento contigo, pero ya va a empezar "sin tetas..." y no me la puedo perder... hehehehehehe

besos y que tengas una bonita noche

Gabo

"The new land of opportunities: Colombia!" ----- Mr Miguel_Clavo on PBH

Dan says on Sep 13, 2007, 12:29:

New picture... sorry still no smiles. (very rare but do happen)

God Bless America!

capitan_centella says on Sep 20, 2007, 12:45:

just a quick hi.

HI

bye. . . see you around. . .

"When you open your eyes, you turn around with the world, But it can change, if you only close it, and see a dream to yourself." Me.

LA_MONA says on Sep 27, 2007, 01:55:

I was right!! You are a dark horse, I'll reply to your email asap, but when I do I want to be alone and have a coffee to drink slowly.. this is juicy stuff!!!

Para volar, es preciso tener resistencia. -M.Lin

goin_south says on Sep 27, 2007, 22:28:

It's total espionage, Mona.
I think she's a double-agent 'slant-eye, cross-dressing spy', for Colombia.

WHO WOULD HAVE GUESSED????

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

houstongal says on Sep 28, 2007, 00:05:

jajajaja.....i'm secretly spying on all of you! ;-)

gringoloid says on Oct 2, 2007, 14:58:

HG, I will be in BA 12/11 to 12/18; that is the only way I could do it. Should be a lot of fun and I guess we get to meet Lucas and capt cent also.

gabolicious says on Oct 5, 2007, 17:20:

Hola Linda!!!

vaya que los he extrañado!!!!

bienvenida a casa preciosa!!!!

te queiro!!!

Gabo

"The new land of opportunities: Colombia!" ----- Mr Miguel_Clavo on PBH

gabolicious says on Oct 5, 2007, 17:26:

por cierto preciosa gracias por la tarjeta!!!

recibiste mi mensaje?

"The new land of opportunities: Colombia!" ----- Mr Miguel_Clavo on PBH

podborski says on Oct 7, 2007, 18:09:

hi HG!

hey, did you see this post starring you and kat? It's hilarious

http://poorbuthappy.com/colombia/post/some-familiar-faces-/

houstongal says on Oct 8, 2007, 03:59:

Peter's post is excellent. It was perfect for Kat and me!

Gabo, no I haven't received your message but I sent you one this morning.

GL - See you in BsAs. Glad there's some overlap in schedules so that we can at least enjoy the weekend! I arrive in BsAs on the 15th. I think around 1 pm. Looking forward to seeing everyone!

iowaguy says on Oct 8, 2007, 07:48:

Those were two of my students in HOUSTON, Texas, where I taught for two years before. They are huge Ronaldhino fans and he throws up that sign, so we showed it for the picture.

Did you live in Houston? I taught on the Southeast side by Hobby Airport.

DLJ

Haz tu vida

Dan says on Oct 9, 2007, 05:13:

HG... new pic just for you ;-)

God Bless America!

iowaguy says on Oct 9, 2007, 16:29:

I lived with a roommate off Milam an McGowen my first year out in H-town, but then we moved into this beat up but gorgeous old house with four other guys (5 of us teachers) on the corner of Austin and Eagle, right by that big, neon flashing Fiesta underneath 59 (oh how I miss Fiesta... sort of). I don't know when I'll every get back there seeing as almost all of us moved away to other places, but I definitely have some good memories from there. How bout them Texans :-p

Haz tu vida

gabolicious says on Oct 14, 2007, 10:38:

Hola Preciosa HG como vas?

Yo acá con mucha tristeza y un poco deprimido.... mi madre está muy mal, ya no sé qué hacer para arrancarle una sonrisa de sus labios, le he dicho chistes y le he contado algunas cosas divertidas pero nada... no sonrie... y la verdad estoy preocupado.

Gracias por tus tarjetica es preciosa y me hizo sonreir...

No he podido revisar mi correo, parece que tendre que ingresar otra cuenta tal vez en hotmail....

Te mando un abrazo muy fuerte...

Tu amigo que te quiere

Gabo

"The new land of opportunities: Colombia!" ----- Mr Miguel_Clavo on PBH

Lauthra says on Nov 7, 2007, 09:34:

Thought you would enjoy this link, my Delly Meow is famous!
http://www.stuffonmycat.com/index.php?itemid=5841

Nato (='.'=)

Lauthra says on Nov 7, 2007, 20:18:

Glad you enjoyed it! I can't wait to get to other moggy's on there :D

Nato (='.'=)

Man Tequila says on Nov 11, 2007, 21:59:

It's been a while since we talked, preciosa. I hope you did not take offense at my Youston Yamileth poem. Kermie felt bad about it too.

pues se me antoja que sus cantares son de una tierra desconocida, y yo le dije si a usted le inspira, saber la tierra de donde soy... con mucho gusto y a mucho honor...

Man Tequila says on Nov 12, 2007, 10:48:

I took lots of pictures of Machu and Huayna Picchu and the sun came out for most of them. I like the Kermie picture too but it was time for a change. Are you still going to Buenos Aires?

.

pues se me antoja que sus cantares son de una tierra desconocida, y yo le dije si a usted le inspira, saber la tierra de donde soy... con mucho gusto y a mucho honor...

Man Tequila says on Nov 13, 2007, 04:49:

I went to MP in January 2006. I will know about Buenos Aires soon but have hit a small snag.

pues se me antoja que sus cantares son de una tierra desconocida, y yo le dije si a usted le inspira, saber la tierra de donde soy... con mucho gusto y a mucho honor...

podborski says on Nov 13, 2007, 05:46:

I hope you can make it man t...my friend has flown in from Whistler to help me get the place ready, just for you guys!

Man Tequila says on Nov 13, 2007, 10:15:

Pod: I hope so too. Probably, will pm you soon.

HoustonGal: Sounds like you ran into more adventure in Peru than I did. I had a friend who took a 20 hour bus ride there that was held up by gun-toting bandits five times. The bandits would just build a big barricade on the road, hold up the bus, ask each person for a couple dollars. The bus driver and other passengers got annoyed since a couple dollars five times is a lot of money for some people. The driver started driving over the barricades so the bandits would fire at the bus... which had curtains insted of windows. My friend was almost hit.

pues se me antoja que sus cantares son de una tierra desconocida, y yo le dije si a usted le inspira, saber la tierra de donde soy... con mucho gusto y a mucho honor...

LA_MONA says on Nov 14, 2007, 12:44:

How are you babe, I'll pm you mañana listo and we catch up ;-)

Para volar, es preciso tener resistencia. -M.Lin

gabolicious says on Nov 15, 2007, 15:27:

Te mande un mail querida... avisame si lo recibiste...

besos

"The new land of opportunities: Colombia!" ----- Mr Miguel_Clavo on PBH

de pronto says on Nov 15, 2007, 15:46:

Hola HG,

I feel better now, though my mail is not working yet (I don't know what's the matter with it) I'll pm you soon (I'll try another one).

Seems like my boss wants Gabo to say in BsAs for two more weeks.. those are bad news, aren't they?

Well, hope to see you soon and does not matter whether you have come to Mexico before but I'd like to say once more: WELCOME TO MEXICO!

Regards

... y viaje a Macondo todo pagado

lampltr says on Nov 20, 2007, 08:05:

houstongal, great foto's especially of you. Can see you think the world of your felines haha. Take care!

houstongal says on Nov 20, 2007, 15:07:

Yes, the kitties are my kiddies. The white one was recently diagnosed with diabetes and is on twice daily injections of insulin, in addition to her weekly subcutaneous fluids. My home looks like drug addicts live there!

lampltr says on Nov 20, 2007, 17:22:

HG, you are a riot haha, can picture this now....sincerely hope your white one comes out of it ok. Look at natural herbs (In order of preference; *Pata de vaca leaf*, Pedra hume caa, bitter melon, chanca piedra, even guava to add to the water or food, but ask your vet first if combining with insulin. Have heard in humans, is possible to take together but the insulin needs to be adjusted. Infusion is main prep. method (For first name in list). Is widely used in So. America, but also too 6 other common names for the same leaf. If you need these please let me know.
Best to you and the little kiddies!

houstongal says on Nov 21, 2007, 06:38:

Thx for the advice lampltr. It's been almost 2 months since she was diagnosed and she's doing very well. Apparently her kidney function has improved somewhat, which is a positive. The kitty is 16 or 17 years old so these are typical diseases for a cat her age. I appreciate your concern.

jay007 says on Dec 5, 2007, 21:06:

damn you guys really like cats.....women

Man Tequila says on Dec 7, 2007, 15:30:

Look forward to meeting you in BsAs. Talked to Goin_South on the phone yesterday and he spoke very highly of you.

pues se me antoja que sus cantares son de una tierra desconocida, y yo le dije si a usted le inspira, saber la tierra de donde soy... con mucho gusto y a mucho honor...

Monpirri says on Dec 18, 2007, 20:15:

Houstongal, do not forget to post your pictures from Argentina.

Annette Taddeo for US Congress 2008

Man Tequila says on Dec 24, 2007, 16:08:

Merry Christmas bonita!

pues se me antoja que sus cantares son de una tierra desconocida, y yo le dije si a usted le inspira, saber la tierra de donde soy... con mucho gusto y a mucho honor...

Dan says on Dec 26, 2007, 13:34:

you're saying your birthday is in 4 days... 30th?

God Bless America!

houstongal says on Dec 26, 2007, 14:31:

Yup it is.

Dan says on Dec 26, 2007, 14:56:

same day as when I started my job... 10yrs doing the same dang thing.

God Bless America!

houstongal says on Dec 26, 2007, 15:24:

Well congrats for making it to 10 years!

Dan says on Dec 26, 2007, 16:03:

thanks... now the count down to retirement..jejeje
Some times I think that it will never end AAHHHHH!!!! (just losing my mind here jejeje)

God Bless America!

goin_south says on Dec 26, 2007, 16:16:

HG... I think he was also asking... if it was your 30th bd... jaj
but, I thought you told me 32... no?

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

houstongal says on Dec 26, 2007, 18:37:

Ahhh....to be 32 again.

gringoloid says on Dec 27, 2007, 06:06:

Let me tell you HG, you don't look a day over 32!

that's going to come in handy at the 52/53 thing I was tellin you about.

Dan says on Jan 2, 2008, 13:47:

Dang!! Forgot!!!

Happy (belated) Birthday HG!!!

*hugs*

God Bless America!

houstongal says on Jan 2, 2008, 13:52:

Awww....thanks Dan! Glad you remembered! And happy 10th anniversary at work! Do you get some kind of service award for that milestone?

Dan says on Jan 2, 2008, 16:53:

Just knowing I'm halfway to retirement is award enough jejejeje ;-)

God Bless America!

CatGirl says on Jan 2, 2008, 21:25:

Hey girl....I have kitty pics to share....embarrassing I can't figure how to insert. Promise to add my feline friends once I learn

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CatGirl says on Jan 5, 2008, 12:44:

Hello HG...Here is pic of my Big Boy...Alpha Male of the house - SEBASTIAN. Pedigree "Ragdoll" for those of you that are cat fanciers - to be exact "Ragdoll, Seal Point, Mitted with a Blaze" - He was 9 months old in this pic. He NOW almost 8 years old.
They are born almost white and darken as they age and are known for their SIZE.
Ragdolls are popular in TX for this reason. He is 22 pounds of muscle now..not fat.

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houstongal says on Jan 5, 2008, 12:57:

What a beaut! They're like Siamese kittens....white at birth and darken as they age. How many cats you got CatGirl? Just one?

CatGirl says on Jan 5, 2008, 13:21:

This breed is fairly new - First breeding ironically started 1960's in So CA. They are 1/2 Birman and 1/2 Turkish Angora....I added pics and a flix of my other kitty on my profile for review... check em out..Thanks HG for the tips!...Purrrr

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houstongal says on Jan 5, 2008, 13:34:

I know I've seen Ragdolls at cat shows before. They're pretty kitties.

travelingirl says on Jan 5, 2008, 15:12:

It is about time I had a girlfriend on here! :)

"I'm just a backwoods Barbie."

houstongal says on Jan 5, 2008, 15:16:

There's so few of us that we need to stick together! Every now and then the girls are online together and we have a great girls chat. But that hasn't happened since Oct or Nov. Hope it happens again!

travelingirl says on Jan 5, 2008, 15:18:

Oooo, that sounds fun. I don't get to have many girls-nights anymore so this can be a good replacement.

"I'm just a backwoods Barbie."

Dan says on Jan 5, 2008, 15:28:

considering everyone is still getting back from holiday mode it might not be too much longer.

God Bless America!

houstongal says on Jan 5, 2008, 15:30:

No kidding. There's a bunch of us in Off Topic right now. Kat, Desi, Slguy, McSaucey, Pod just left. We haven't had a virtual chat in awhile now!

Travelingirl - You are always welcome to have girls night in Houston. Seriously! You just have to like my cats!

travelingirl says on Jan 5, 2008, 16:11:

How many cats do you have? You make it sound like you are the cat lady with 10 cats. hehe I'm sure I'd like them just fine!

"I'm just a backwoods Barbie."

houstongal says on Jan 5, 2008, 16:30:

Two - One black & white, the other all white! Well, let me know if you're wanting to escape MS!

travelingirl says on Jan 5, 2008, 16:35:

I always want to escape MS, haha. But I just got back here from my Colombia trip and then Christmas vacation (the suitcases are still in the middle of my living room) so I'm gonna be stuck here for a while. yuck. I've never spent time in Texas so I'm sure I'd have fun!

"I'm just a backwoods Barbie."

houstongal says on Jan 5, 2008, 16:37:

I have to pack tonight. Going to Michigan for a week. Have a good supper!

msaucey says on Jan 5, 2008, 16:48:

Chao Pescado!

Enjoy MI, don't freeze your bumm off!.... And you better check in.....

We should have a PJ party sometime next week?

The trouble about trying to make yourself stupider than you really are is that you very often succeed. - CS Lewis

houstongal says on Jan 5, 2008, 17:01:

I know, it's gonna be cold and there probably still is snow on the ground. I probably will check in at night in my PJs! Stay dry MS!

msaucey says on Jan 5, 2008, 17:07:

You stay warm... Of all places to go in January, MI, jeez..... no lo creo!.... I'm thinking icy is what you'll get....

Bueno, maybe I'll try and get all the girls for a PBH PJ party on Wednesday night... Aver como va la semana....

The trouble about trying to make yourself stupider than you really are is that you very often succeed. - CS Lewis

msaucey says on Jan 5, 2008, 19:02:

Okay HG.. Gots to run.... I have dog issues, one of them was in shock for a few minutes, looks like she was jumped by the other 2... and I need to get out of the house and run this errand... chao for now....

The trouble about trying to make yourself stupider than you really are is that you very often succeed. - CS Lewis

Mattheus says on Jan 8, 2008, 06:40:

Next time visiting Brazil, please tell me in advance, so I will be able to show you a piece of our amazing country

Man Tequila says on Jan 9, 2008, 18:32:

I don't think they took my tourist card in Colonia. I kept my card in my wallet and somehow tore the card through my signature. The young argentina who looked at it rolled her eyes in disgust and made me fill out as new one. Not a huge problem, exactly, and maybe she had rules to follow and had no choice. I can fill out a form in fifteen seconds, too much practice.

pues se me antoja que sus cantares son de una tierra desconocida, y yo le dije si a usted le inspira, saber la tierra de donde soy... con mucho gusto y a mucho honor...

MitchAlvarez says on Jan 18, 2008, 07:56:

hey beautiful. ill try to smile in the next one.

Tengale miedo a una huelga de mujeres o a una escacez de aguardiente. :)

travelingirl says on Jan 28, 2008, 20:58:

Great chatting with you tonight!

"I'm just a backwoods Barbie."

MitchAlvarez says on Jan 29, 2008, 08:35:

lol linda but i dont like how my pictures come out when i smile. it always looks like im faking my smiles. lol

Tengale miedo a una huelga de mujeres o a una escacez de aguardiente. :)

travelingirl says on Jan 30, 2008, 03:15:

I'm dying, Houston. I got NO sleep last night. Help! Not sure if I'll be able to contribute to tonight's 20 Question session. I might pass out before it even starts. I'll let you know though.

"I'm just a backwoods Barbie."

travelingirl says on Jan 30, 2008, 13:59:

Can you believe I've never been to a spa? Never had a facial, massage, manicure, pedicure, etc.? Crazy, I know. I think a mud bath sounds like fun.

I'm still up. Just bought a Mountain Dew to try and help keep me alive for the rest of the day!

"I'm just a backwoods Barbie."

houstongal says on Jan 30, 2008, 18:07:

What?! I get a massage every other week. My shoulders are ridiculously tight. I get a mani/pedi once a month. Facials or microderms every few months. You gotta pamper yourself sometime! At least go get an inexpensive pedicure when the weather gets nice!

travelingirl says on Jan 30, 2008, 18:08:

I don't like feet. Don't even like people touching mine. haha

"I'm just a backwoods Barbie."

houstongal says on Jan 30, 2008, 18:12:

Too bad. It's wonderful after they scrub all that rough skin off your heels!

You're still in school and I can understand your position...... But when you get a good paying job, you've got to pamper yourself. (OK...I sound like the older person giving advice!) Hire someone to clean your house too! One of my dearest friends put it all in perspective for me....how much do you earn per hour? Do you think it's worth your time for you to clean on the weekends? Hmmm...Good point! I have better things to do on the weekends and in my spare time! Words of wisdom young one!

travelingirl says on Jan 30, 2008, 18:16:

Ah, you make me feel so good calling me "young one" but you look really young yourself! Trust me, if I could afford it I'd have someone clean my house for me. haha

"I'm just a backwoods Barbie."

houstongal says on Jan 30, 2008, 18:22:

Well, in age you are. And just remember to hire one once you're employed. I was once a grad student so I know what it's like! That's probably why I'm ABD.

Dan says on Jan 30, 2008, 18:26:

I bet I could loosen you up TG... ;-)
Maybe... MAYBE even help out around the house...hehe

God Bless America!

travelingirl says on Jan 30, 2008, 18:45:

Oh, I could totally put you to work, Dan!

"I'm just a backwoods Barbie."

Dan says on Jan 30, 2008, 18:46:

Can I schedule an Appointment or is it walk in only?

God Bless America!

travelingirl says on Jan 30, 2008, 19:20:

Um, I don't do walk-ins. You must schedule.

"I'm just a backwoods Barbie."

PurpleFrog says on Feb 3, 2008, 19:46:

I live in the Cypress area (290 and Barker Cypress). It is a growing area. What about you?

Thank you.....Goodnite Now!

MaFe says on Feb 3, 2008, 20:21:

Thanks for the link!...your picture is amazing!! Beautiful picture, beautiful family!
I don't know how to upload pictures on replies....=(

"No comment" is a splendid expression. I am using it again and again." -Winston Churchill

MaFe says on Feb 5, 2008, 18:03:

Thanks for the help..you rock

"No comment" is a splendid expression. I am using it again and again." -Winston Churchill

msaucey says on Feb 14, 2008, 09:16:

HG.......... Happy V-Day.....

Hey, I just said this out loud to someone and it sounds sooo bad.... lol....

The trouble about trying to make yourself stupider than you really are is that you very often succeed. - CS Lewis

travelingirl says on Feb 14, 2008, 09:59:

Happy Valentine's Day! :)

"I'm just a backwoods Barbie."

MaFe says on Feb 14, 2008, 10:18:

Happy Valentine's day!

"No comment" is a splendid expression. I am using it again and again." -Winston Churchill

MitchAlvarez says on Feb 14, 2008, 16:18:

happy valentine's day sexy!!

Tengale miedo a una huelga de mujeres o a una escacez de aguardiente. :)

Dan says on Feb 14, 2008, 17:12:

Happy V-Day!!

God Bless America!

billyb says on Feb 14, 2008, 19:02:

Cool, I want a full review, jeje. Here's another one that is supposed to be great (Dry Creek Kitchen) http://www.hotelhealdsburg.com/home.php

CatGirl says on Feb 14, 2008, 19:52:

HG: Have a very Happy Valentines Day!!!

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Plato says on Feb 18, 2008, 10:11:

HG,

Thank you for the Valentine's Day Wishes. I hope you had a nice one too!

Warm regards,

Plato

The hottest places in hell are reserved for those [liberals] who, in time of great moral crisis, maintain their neutrality.--Dante Alighieri, (1265-1321)

CatGirl says on Feb 21, 2008, 14:26:

HG- Hey gal just an FYI on Philipines, you had mentioned you were going and wanted me to give you an update or tips. Our Chief of surgery just returned yesterday (Operation Traditional Healing Ways) Spoke with him this AM.
I am not quite sure what area you are going to but if it is Metro Manila - no worries - lots of pollution and shopping ( Almost sounds like Medellin) jajja. Only area he said is unsafe and high risk is Mindanao, which is very far South from Manila. Of course there is a strong military presence (always typical since the 80's) PM me if you have any other questions, otherwise - relax if you are going to Manila - I recall shoes are cheap! Cough drops are considered candy and stay clear of the Karaoke bars (unless you are into that ! LOL) and unless things have changed drastically since I have been there - keep car windows rolled up or you will have aggressive beggars reaching into your car when stopped ;) Enjoy

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houstongal says on Feb 21, 2008, 15:27:

Thanks CG! I'm not worried, it's just that travel restrictions create more work for me (forms to fill out, approvals to chase down) and it eliminates the possibility of my being able to spend a few extra days out on a beach on vacation. Just a drag. The company will take good care of our security, they always do. My guess is that we'll have a driver assigned to us. It takes the fun out of traveling for work.

We did decide to skip the southern island where we're banned from traveling. Not so much due to security risk but because the audit risk was low and my staff is too inexperienced to go by themselves. I think I'm going to need a vacation after this trip. Now I just need to figure out where to spend those few days of R&R.

CatGirl says on Feb 21, 2008, 20:03:

HG: The sunsets can be spectacular (if you are away from the smog). It is very humid - whoa!. Don't drink the water...and you will need a driver -guaranteed. You will see what I mean. I have a funny story to tell you about when our driver let me drive in Manila HA! - Enjoy the shopping if anything

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houstongal says on Feb 21, 2008, 20:08:

Well of course....I ALWAYS enjoy shopping in the Pacific! My guess is that the heat and humidity won't be any worse than Malaysia.