tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post4763108666798772802..comments2024-03-28T01:26:37.173-07:00Comments on Preppy Empty Nester: My New CrushPreppy Empty Nesterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13446028963455322844noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-92070903922682677832016-04-23T09:43:27.125-07:002016-04-23T09:43:27.125-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Marie Louisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04018769360185247566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-83556931514652899082016-04-23T09:43:18.446-07:002016-04-23T09:43:18.446-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Marie Louisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04018769360185247566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-45640458306598464242016-04-23T09:42:53.298-07:002016-04-23T09:42:53.298-07:00Ellie has just published a new book, "And So ...Ellie has just published a new book, "And So It Is", which is available an an e-book, a soft cover, or a hard cover coffee table book. She has recently been told by her doctor that she is in the final stages of her valiant fight with ALS and has been putting her affairs in order - the publication of this book about her life being one of them. Here is a link to her blog post about her book: http://havesomedecorum.blogspot.com/2016/04/the-book-and-so-it-is.htmlMarie Louisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04018769360185247566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-9572396206839457002016-04-23T09:41:00.357-07:002016-04-23T09:41:00.357-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Marie Louisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04018769360185247566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-71299235998973918992014-12-07T18:08:25.420-08:002014-12-07T18:08:25.420-08:00You crack me up! We are so alike it is scary.
A...You crack me up! We are so alike it is scary. <br />All of Christmas decorations are in plastic bins on my big ole southern front porch. Sometimes I go out there and pull something out and then find a place for it inside. I can't decide if I am over all of the decorating or over all of my stuff.....might need to go shopping and fill up a few more bins of some more exciting Christmas stuff. I might just go shopping for more stuff so I can watch my hubs walk back and forth from our separate garage a few more times next year. I have given myself until Tuesday. The bins and everything I haven't used go back over and up into the attic. <br /><br />I follow Yolanda on Instagram. LOVE HER! I love how she wears sneakers and jeans and still look like a million bucks.........or is that a billion bucks? I tried to pull off that look today as I ran errands with the hubs. No bueno! I fit right in at Home Depot. <br /><br />Been lazy on the blogging too! Tomorrow is another day! Lisa Odomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06667958174667595334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-21359675754721103942014-12-04T18:05:10.953-08:002014-12-04T18:05:10.953-08:00You and I are kindred spirits...Ellie is my latest...You and I are kindred spirits...Ellie is my latest blog crush too! Damn,that girl can write!! Hope your week is going well! xoxoSandy at You May Be Wanderinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09108555245405638530noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-31466447577446784172014-12-04T16:01:55.552-08:002014-12-04T16:01:55.552-08:00So glad you found Ellie's blog. Whenever I se...So glad you found Ellie's blog. Whenever I see that she has posted I grab a cup of coffee or glass of wine depending upon the time of day, and sit down and feel like she is across the table from me. as far as decorating is concerned...wish my girls were as ambitious as yours! Good luck on finishing your shopping! Have a great weekend and a very Merry Christmas, dear Lisa.Preppy Empty Nesterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13446028963455322844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-21403515109325544202014-12-04T15:52:50.313-08:002014-12-04T15:52:50.313-08:00Dear Nickie... Thank you for taking the time to wr...Dear Nickie... Thank you for taking the time to write such a sweet note. It was such a crazy day and nothing went right until I looked at my comments and your note was there. I can't tell how much it meant to me that you took the time to say your sweet words. You truly made my day!Preppy Empty Nesterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13446028963455322844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-55405101729914739292014-12-04T13:06:44.208-08:002014-12-04T13:06:44.208-08:00Katie, thanks so much for the introduction to Elli...Katie, thanks so much for the introduction to Ellie, I can't wait to check it out! She sounds like an incredibly inspiring friend! pam {simple details}https://www.blogger.com/profile/03915141585407223968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-74309644443892044832014-12-04T11:04:08.292-08:002014-12-04T11:04:08.292-08:00Dear Katie, thank you so much for this amazing pos...Dear Katie, thank you so much for this amazing post about my crazy little blog. It is so kind of you to speak of me so nicely. Also thank you so much for the shout out for my books. I read your blog and I love it and I love your house and I want your house. I wrote you an email as well… Hope you received it. Cheers to the start of a great friendship! XOXOEleanor O'connellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07472353992604404051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-73792564249418773352014-12-04T06:09:25.713-08:002014-12-04T06:09:25.713-08:00I stumbled across Ellie's blog a few weeks ago...I stumbled across Ellie's blog a few weeks ago and spent hours reading about her. Her courage and bravery are amazing as she takes on each day. Her honesty about dealing with ALS has really brought a new perspective to me.<br /><br />My tree would not be decorated if not for my grad school daughter who was home (Houston) during Thanksgiving. She insisted we start last Friday and I'm so glad we did because it sure is nice to have it done! Now I'm just focusing on getting my shopping finished and gifts wrapped!<br /><br />Wishing you a Merry Christmas in your new home.Lisa S.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-91466916875835387832014-12-04T02:38:26.952-08:002014-12-04T02:38:26.952-08:00I found her recently also and am amazed by her out...I found her recently also and am amazed by her outlook and attitude. That girl has it figured out. She is a true inspiration not to mention entertaining - just like you!marsha cannonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10241159562998431912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-66834642961838509092014-12-03T18:27:26.428-08:002014-12-03T18:27:26.428-08:00I'm off to check out Ellie's blog for sure...I'm off to check out Ellie's blog for sure. The pic of your precious dog is the cutest evah!!!!!!Lea @ CiCis Cornerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09252011706208068724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-26006905450207169882014-12-03T16:18:56.818-08:002014-12-03T16:18:56.818-08:00P.S. Sorry for the typo ~ I meant 'COMPLETE ho...P.S. Sorry for the typo ~ I meant 'COMPLETE hoot';)Nickie Cliffordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11264308129075285560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-7225181662104753272014-12-03T16:15:03.567-08:002014-12-03T16:15:03.567-08:00Katie, I am a long-time follower of your blog (fel...Katie, I am a long-time follower of your blog (fellow 'Empty Nester' with an only-son in grad school) ~ which I absolutely LOVE. You're a compete 'hoot', real and relatable (NOT vulgar, as some bloggers define being 'down-to-earth'). Thank you so much for sharing your 'find' of Ellie's blog. I am always on the lookout for unique, interesting and tasteful blogs (so many are focused on younger mothers). Also, thank you for continuing to give your followers a glimpse into your world (which many of us can most-likely relate to) while imparting such a humorous spin to your posts!Nickie Cliffordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11264308129075285560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-89467477824203602412014-12-03T14:18:26.231-08:002014-12-03T14:18:26.231-08:00Oh my I will never finish decorating with so much ...Oh my I will never finish decorating with so much to read...thanks for sharing.Beemiehttp://www.amilkmansdaughter.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-28164601402748107842014-12-03T13:59:56.527-08:002014-12-03T13:59:56.527-08:00Once I started reading Ellie's blog I couldn&#...Once I started reading Ellie's blog I couldn't stop! I haven't thought about tinsel in years! Now I can't wait to go out and buy some!Preppy Empty Nesterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13446028963455322844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-92170766319009080142014-12-03T13:17:48.525-08:002014-12-03T13:17:48.525-08:00I got a better idea, Paige. You get the lemons an...I got a better idea, Paige. You get the lemons and I'll bring the tequila!Preppy Empty Nesterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13446028963455322844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-65960701211092173012014-12-03T10:07:14.052-08:002014-12-03T10:07:14.052-08:00Coincidentally and accidentally, yesterday I came ...Coincidentally and accidentally, yesterday I came across Yolanda.com and couldn't resist checking it out. I watched a minute of her wedding video - the most gorgeous bride I've ever seen. And have you seen her in a bikini?? She'll be 51 yrs old in January 2015 - wow.<br />PS: Katie - Let's start off 2015 right and do the Master Cleanse together. I'll buy the lemons if you buy the maple syrup and cayenne :)<br />Paigenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-24564392524449605792014-12-03T07:33:33.249-08:002014-12-03T07:33:33.249-08:00She sounds wonderful. Going to check her blog out ...She sounds wonderful. Going to check her blog out now!Leslie Anne Tarabellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02196752637270349443noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-86140989265973089902014-12-03T06:54:16.175-08:002014-12-03T06:54:16.175-08:00I'd never heard of this blog, so thanks for sh...I'd never heard of this blog, so thanks for sharing. ALS is the most devastating disease I can think of. Thanks for making it possible for more of us to share her journey.Maggiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03310167742699434598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-47862177635029096992014-12-03T05:57:29.163-08:002014-12-03T05:57:29.163-08:00Okay now I went to her blog and I had to remove my...Okay now I went to her blog and I had to remove my comment because obviously I had no idea of what she really had to live with I just thought she had a charmed life but entertaining as well. I am taken a back at her outlook and wit considering her daily struggle. I am donating for sure as I have a friend who is also extremely ill right now with the same disease. I am following her all around the board and she just put things into perspective for me and for that I am grateful. xo Ktherelishedroosthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13968818627323512213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-79541665499458726452014-12-03T05:38:40.961-08:002014-12-03T05:38:40.961-08:00This comment has been removed by the author.therelishedroosthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13968818627323512213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-72534508823102320442014-12-03T05:36:16.867-08:002014-12-03T05:36:16.867-08:00Not fair Katie! Now I want to sit all day and rea...Not fair Katie! Now I want to sit all day and read Ellie. I didn't even know you could still buy tinsel and am thrilled she educated people about the one strand at a time, not the 'throw fistful' approach. <br />DeniseAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-459018932772057756.post-58753780489882749882014-12-03T05:35:16.887-08:002014-12-03T05:35:16.887-08:00Recentlt found her blog too and you are right on t...Recentlt found her blog too and you are right on the money, very entertaining! I found her through Sandy.....I have been able to go through much of it since time is a total luxury these days but eventually I hope to read more on her blog....a lot of fun!<br /><br />I hear you on the Christmas decorating, every morning I wake up saying today will be THE day. (has yet to happen). Will keep you posted:)The enchanted homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18016560832999165943noreply@blogger.com