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Warning To A Hostess Named Nan (or..."There's A Light On, Anyone Home?)
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Warning To A Hostess Named Nan (or..."There's A Light On, Anyone Home?) |
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Mysteria 
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada 
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 ~* Warning To A Hostess Named Nan *~ or, ~* There's A Light On - Is Anyone Home? *~ I’m planning on going to Cape Cod next week., I’ve been practicing to behave myself. I’m not sure they’re ready for us Canadians, so I picked up a "Miss Manners" book on a shelf. It says not to do a lot of things that I do, and I find its advice all too confusing. I wonder if the person who wrote that book realizes how much of life they are loosing? It says, “Never speak until you are spoken to.” Imagine how quiet the world would be, if everyone heeded that advise… There'd be no conversation you see? “Don’t ask for second helpings at the table.” Well up here we are hurt if you don’t! I guess in the States they go to bed hungry, and just listen to their stomachs groan? “Ask for permission to hug someone first.” Well doesn’t that advise beat all? Canadians are known for their ability to get you and hold you in their thrall. “Add 15% to the bill – pre tax when dining, depending on its five star rating.”. No wonder I have seen waiters down there standing with their hand out and waiting! We reward service according to service, so if they forget the butter and bun, spill the water, or get the order wrong, well we simply burp and give them none! This book leaves out the human factors, like the laughter, and people sharing. Maybe after its author goes on a real trip, He’ll do book 2, called, “Are You Caring?” The garbage collectors came this morning, And I greeted with them a genuine smile, as they drove away, one fished out that book, I wondered how soon 'til it was back in the pile? It doesn’t matter where you travel in this world, The language and customs of love are all the same. I think our problem is we read too many books, and I for one think that's a real shame. So Nantucket here I come just like I am, A bubbly kind of girl, some say a little insane,  You’re stuck with me, but hostess that you are, Remember you don’t HAVE to invite me back again! ~*~ Nan...did you see what the name of this lighthouse was? LOL, I am killing myself laughing here!  Oh I feel so sorry for Kit sharing a seat back with me, and Kit you still have time to change your ticket  The pursuit of truth and beauty is a sphere of activity in which we are permitted to remain children all our lives. ~* Albert Einstein *~ [This message has been edited by Mysteria (03-21-2002 04:32 PM).] |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Sharon You don't need to read Emily Post To know how to treat good hearted host Just be youself and you will know How much we all do love you so Just do as you do, and do as you can Don't take your advice from a garbage man Have a wonderful and safe trip! And don't take your whole wardrobe! Love ya LIz |
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SEA
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
this is really cute, I have an etiquette book I have yet to read...I figure I'd rather be real anyway  |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Sharon, Cute and clever but then nothing has changed.  |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
Arghhhhhh! I better get myself a ticket next year! Enjoyed your poem Sharon. Have fun and please don't drive Nan crazy! she's gonna make us pay in the Workshop!  |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Nan, I think what she is trying to say is...don't expect a tip!  |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Now Liz gets a week of me too, visiting her in Pennsylvania. Wait a minute, the directions here, say I'm heading for Transylvania!  I bet those two talked to each other and think I'm more than they planned on getting, I hope this is just a typo, at least that is what I'm betting? I'm going to bring my roller blades, and pull Liz around on my skateboard, now even I am laughing now Liz, that is a funny picture, oh Lord! Relax, I'm only kidding honest! even going to leave my baseball hat with Nan, I've been really practicing, I can be a lady, I know I can! Sea and Seymour - thank you for coming to add to the fun! Munda ~ Trust me she will be too tired to give you a hard time! Next year we are thinking of having it in Vegas! Yippee! You will have to come and let the Americans take your money like they are taking .62 on every dollar of mine :eek Balladeer ~ I get the tips! Remember who is doing the cooking? That was the deal, I cook someone else does the dishes. hehe it's going to be a good time! [This message has been edited by Mysteria (03-21-2002 06:33 PM).] |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (giggles in delight) Awwwwwww, this is such a wonderfully funny poem, sweet friend, I hope you have a wonderful time up the coast and have fun at the lighthouse! (kiss on cheek) We all love you so much, sweet friend, this is a wonderful narrative! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Sharon, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton [This message has been edited by Mistletoe Angel (03-21-2002 07:38 PM).] |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Sharon Your sense of humor is a wonderous thing!! You make me smile more times then you know. Hugs and have fun! |
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Silver Streak Member Elite
since 2002-01-02
Posts 3625FL, USA |
Have fun!!!!! ((Mysteria)) -newell Sharing God's Love through perfectlovepoetry.com |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Just think...Nan, Elizabeth, Mysteria all out and about, and Passions will be mine, all mine...LOL...You kids have a wonderful time, takes LOTS of pictures, and make sure you WRITE up some wonderful poems about your times together...we expect to be INUNDATED with lots of duets and tri-ets [hey, I'm a poet, I can make up words!!!!] |
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strbbux Member Elite
since 2001-12-19
Posts 3859 |
Very cute this is. floria Floria |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Looks like the lighthouse on Martha's Vineyard to me... The one at Gay Head...  This is truly wonderful Sharon... I'm REALLY looking forward to your visit...  [This message has been edited by Nan (03-21-2002 09:00 PM).] |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Did I see in there wher you said you intended to behave yourself???? ROTFLMAO. Yes, my dear, and I own Cape Cod. LOL. And did you read Jaime? |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Sharon, I really enjoyed reading this. And, I love the picture of the lighthouse. Have a very good trip. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Martie ~ You make me feel "lots of things" in your wonderous writings - thank you sweet friend, I do treasure you and wish you could have been able to come, but maybe next year. Sunshine ~ I have a surprise for you...I am taking my laptop LOL, so there! There were be quadrolets, and cinquettes even,  and you know if I had a genie in a bottle, you would be coming right so we could play? ,b>Silver Streak ~ Thank you. Floria ~ I do thank you too. Nan! ~ I wasn't going to say the name of that lighthouse out loud!  Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy I am so excited, I actually started packing as you know.  Kacy ~ Did I say that? No way am I behaving. Nope I didn't but thanks I will (sheesh wish you people would send links - I love links) Smart Chick ~ Thank you so much for your wishes. [This message has been edited by Mysteria (03-21-2002 10:42 PM).] |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Sharon- LOL...you two are going to have WAY too much fun. Smiling at this. Hugs, ~Vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Oh, dear, did I say Pennsylvania When I meant to say Lithuania, Oh, well their about the same You have your choice, just pick a name WE both feature pumprnickle bread But we eat shoo fly pie instaed Don't worry if you get lost, my dear I'm certain you can easily talk your way here LOL< waiting for you Liz |
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amigo Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 520the earth school |
Sharon ~ i can see you  here...it's so much fun, i bet...welcome home & have a great gala time here, dear...will not take much time, you must be packing...now, i'm here to hear all?? about it later. |
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Dark Stranger Member Patricius
since 2001-03-19
Posts 13631West Coast |
would be a bit of a chill on the black iron but would enjoy the ride there enjoyed it much |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Vicky - Define way too much fun? Can you ever have enough amigoI am sure the group getting together will create a ton of poetry that will be fun to read, stay tuned! Dark StrangerAhhh, I am no wuss, and boy I can hardly wait, wind, rain, and all! I am going to enjoy the sidetrips in places I have never seen - thank you. |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Liz, do you think you'll have Sharon calmed down by the time we meet up at Nan's, LOL? ROFL .... Sharon ... you're scaring me. Is this contageous? I sure hope so, LOL! Best wishes, and a hug for "real", real soon, /Kit (your co-pilot for the flight home) [This message has been edited by Kit McCallum (03-22-2002 03:00 PM).] |
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Zinsser Senior Member
since 2001-02-27
Posts 1641Calif. |
You are all CRAZY LOL This is a great write I'm turning green with envy at all the fun your going to have..... : ) Blessing on your trip ~~ Connie ~~ |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I heard it is a naughty-cal town! It's too late to back out now, I am packed and ready to cause trouble and get them into some serious mischief. Kit ~ There were be chairs on the deck for the party poopers too, and it would take more than Liz to calm me down. Zinsser ~ Maybe next year more will attend as it is hopefully going to be in Las Vegas (oh no! no Wayne Newton pahleeze!) I think it would be fun to get 1/4 of a cruise ship and do a Passions cruise, now how neat does that sound? [This message has been edited by Mysteria (03-22-2002 05:22 PM).] |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
It REALLY honestly IS the lighthouse at GAY HEAD... http://www.lighthouse.cc/gayhead/ Yep... For those skeptics among us...  |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
I didn't know we had to practice manners there in ole cap cod. I fear I haven't packed them with me; I seemed to misplace them, Ain't that odd? I hunted through my drawers all last night And searched my cupboards high and low. No matter what, I couldn't find them. Does this mean that I can not go? Oh surely there are friends amoungst us who'll 'scuse my small town, backwoods way so I can visit all the poets up there near New England bays. I wonder what they'll think about me, I really am a bashful sort. And with some of dear Passion's brightest for a full week I will cohort. I've already started packing. Nan, Sharon, Liz...it is too late. Your stuck with me, no turning back now. Horray for Cape Cod...I can't wait!!!!! Sharon...looking forward to my week in the cape. Believe it not, I really am shy at first, but I'm anxious to meet everyone |
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Victoria
since 2000-08-12
Posts 5869 |
You gals have a great time..hugsss ~Victoria~ |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Hoot, I'm sure that everyone will appear shy next to our Mysteria...for about ten seconds. I can already hear the laughter...all of you are going to have such a wonderful time...I do believe this venture will be one that we won't tire of hearing about! |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Ruth that was priceless! I wrote you one back but Nan said it didn't rhyme worth beans so it went into the round file. We are going to wait for you and then go over to Martha's Vineyard (it is going to kill me but I will wait for you). You won't be shy when you leave let me assure you of that! LOL. Getting closer!Victoria Thanks we are going to and you best come next year. Sunshine You are going to scare everyone I plan to behave for at least 15 minutes. |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
I never said it didn't rhyme... I said it didn't daDUM...  and... It's NOT just Mysteria, hoot, Liz, & Kit either... There are some other surprise guests in the wings...  |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
You make me green with longing to join y'all... even if this suthern redneck hick would probably hold the etiquette book upside down. *G* Have a wonderful, wonderful time!!! And Sunshine... you're still gonna have to share the forums... nyah, nyah. *G* |
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Suthern, I can't think of anyone I'd rather share the forums with! As for that ettiquettie book, is that something you read with pasketti? |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
I think we all deserve to at least SEE the guest list!!! (before the pics start getting posted...I hope someone takes a digital camera!) |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I bought digital camera to die for, that does more than I care to do quite frankly , so there were pictures galore. As for who's coming - ah but if we told you then it wouldn't be a secret anymore! Ha! Karilea and Suthern you may have ghosts about you, Kit has to do her scheduling from there, and I have promised my granddaughter I will send her something for her Daddy to read her, so that makes two of us, and I can't see a couple of other not sneaking to use the computer either, because as you know this place is addictive at time. ~* Reality is an illusion ~ albeit a persistant one *~ Albert Einstein [This message has been edited by Mysteria (03-25-2002 01:12 AM).] |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Counting down the days, I am ... They're flying quickly by ... I've far too much I have to do, Before my plane can fly! I haven't packed one single thing, My guess is, I will wait ... Until the night before I leave, I've too much on my plate! Just promise me, dear ladies, That if all my staff protests, That you will KITnap me, And fly me out to NaniNess! Looking soooooo forward to this! Can't wait, can't wait ... wanna leave today! |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Sunshine: You betcha! *G* And I just let sauce dribble on the parts that don't make sense... which means it looks like it's bleeding. LOL Kit: Didn't I hear a rumor that clothes are optional? innocent look... THOSE pics might not get posted. *G* |
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DawnG
since 2000-06-23
Posts 1494United States |
Oh you all are making me soooo jealous. I hadn't realized it was a Passions gathering. I thought it was just Mysteria and Kit visiting Nan. LOL. Some year I will definately have to try to attend. Dawn Have lots of fun everyone. |
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amigo Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 520the earth school |
i just don't wanna add to the greenish tinge to these blue pages here....i better say, have lotsa & lotsa fun...(duh...redundant words i'm puttin' here)....& i bettah go ...  |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
Oh how I envy you all getting together. Every night I see the light of our lighthouse flashing. I'll see if there's a pic of it, it's quite a famous one. Yep, found it, see for yourself, it's the one called Westkapelle (that's the village, the lighthouse is called Brandaris) http://www.vangrieken.nl/galerie.html (this is the site of a local artist here and so to see he has painted them all) Have fun, don't need to say that actually Titia A rose is a rose is a rose...I guess... Check out my new website: lookheretitia.fcpages.com (I didn't 'link' this, so it won't take too much space).I [This message has been edited by Titia Geertman (03-26-2002 05:16 PM).] |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
"Can I come, too?", says Balladeer with a Sy... |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
suthern ~ If clothing is optional, count me in the clothed section no way will this kid be bare!Dawn ~ There are about 8 of us, had hoped for more but this is in Nan's house so it is just about right. Next year we will come up with something to see if we can get everyone interested. amigo ~ Plan to come next year maybe? Titia ~ There is no one I would rather see join us that you, and again maybe sometime? Thanks for the wonderful link. Balladeer ~ Maybe you could come for a weekend if you promised to behave...Sy...but Nan's the boss, better ask her |
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Auguste
since 2000-02-16
Posts 3953By the sea |
Sharon, In the Deep South we don't have rules. We just do our thing and we all get along. Oh, and by the way, "y'all" is a Southern expression. LOL! Have fun using it. I hope y'all have such fun getting together. Nice poem, as always. Michael Stars will shine when I am gone |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
If I promise to behave??? I am the shyest person you will ever meet! Besides, I am intimidated whenever Sy is around....he always gets the girls  |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
This poem is precious, and so reflective of real good people, such as the author. The humor here is gentle and rich. Well done. ThisDiamond |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Auguste ~ I intend to test y'all to the limit with this Canadian gal's sense of humor, and thank you I think we will have a blast! I am going to make sure of that. Michael ~ How can you possibly say that you are shy with a straight keyboard? As for Sy getting the girls, maybe it is something in that raspberry tea, better ask him to give you his secret. ThisDiamond ~ How sweet of you to say and yes, these are "darn good people" they don't come much better I tell you. Thank you. |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
COUNTDOWN 42 Hours to Hysteria..(um.. Mysteria).. time SShhh... are the secret guests coming out of hiding? |
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