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name: elaine

golo url: ilovelife.golo.com

born: 1951

gender: female

city: fuquay-varina, nc

golo member since: March 1, 2009

about ode2joy

I enjoy life and the beauty that exists around me. One reason I love photography is I may help make someone else open their eyes to the wonder that exists everywhere. Another reason is: my father loved photography and this is something I inherited from him. I like to think he would be proud of me. I have been married 35 years and have a 25 year old son. I am a nurse and love people.

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favorite music: james taylor,jimmy buffet,peggy lee,rockapella,heart

favorite movies: memoirs of a geisha,the tenth warrior

favorite hobbies: photography, scrabble, meeting people, enjoying life

favorite tv shows: the mentalist,the big bang theory,

favorite restaurants: an,kios, the braut house, chillis,mongolian grill,

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I've always loved to take pics then learned to scuba dive in '91 and got my first underwater camera soon after. But I'm an amateur compared to soooo many out there. I get lucky from time to time.

scubagirl- 4 mos. smoke free
GOLO member since February 5, 2008
May 15, 2009 5:48 p.m.

Actually the whale sharks were in Holbox, Mexico. But you are correct....it's a whole other world down there and so beautiful. Hope we, as a society don't destroy it!

scubagirl- 4 mos. smoke free
GOLO member since February 5, 2008
May 17, 2009 9:38 a.m.

Morning Elaine...Just curious as to who "resorted to name calling" on the blog about parallel communities. I went back through and nothing really stood out. I'm not on a "mission" , I was just wondering who and what was siad. Maybe it's just too early on a Sunday morning for me to see it. :) You be good and have a great day!

OldRebel
GOLO member since September 1, 2007
May 17, 2009 11:53 a.m.

I agree, but seems that if it doesn't directly and clearly affect someones daily life they don't care much. Perhaps it is getting better, I'm not sure but am ever hopeful.

scubagirl- 4 mos. smoke free
GOLO member since February 5, 2008
May 17, 2009 12:00 p.m.

:) No, I'm not ready to convert over to Islam either. I was just wondering where the personal comments had come from. But after going back and re-reading the interchange between you and another on the blog, I could see where the inference could be picked up. No need to apologize in my mind. You were expressing an opinion as were they. I didn't think either one of y'all said anything untoward. I can understand about your friend geting anxious, but on the other hand I have also seen where there is a sense of people being tired of having to tip toe aroundthe issues sometimes. radical Islam is very definetely against our way of life here in America and Western Europe. France and England will see the opening rounds of the coming clash between cultures and hopefully the outward sweep of radical Islam will be stopped...again...much as the Battle of Tours saw the Islamic expansion into Europe finally stopped...hopefully the Europeans will eventually wake up before it's too late.

OldRebel
GOLO member since September 1, 2007
May 17, 2009 1:15 p.m.

Glad you continue to enjoy.

scubagirl- 4 mos. smoke free
GOLO member since February 5, 2008
May 17, 2009 6:14 p.m.

Yes, I was in the Army and lucky enough to be in during a time when I didn't get shot at. I was a medic with my last duty station in Schwinefurt, Germany. Enlisted in April '74 and got out in Apr '77. My son just got out this month from a four year hitch in the Marines, 1 tour in each of Iraq and Afghanistan. Dad retired from the Navy after 25+ years in uniform. Several of my uncles have served in both Marines, Army and Navy. :) I guess the family is slightly militaristic? ;) Naw, it just seemed to be the thing to do to pay my debt to this nation in a small way. Three years of your life ain't much. Some give all of their years, and then some. Don't let these t-storms get ya. They're bad down east it looks like on the radar.

OldRebel
GOLO member since September 1, 2007
May 17, 2009 6:25 p.m.

BTW...You express yourself better than I have a right to hope to. I'm feel for your husband, Grandma Odell had a stroke before she passsed and it was very hard on all of us. So I have a slight idea of the frustration. I sympatize with your husband as it has be doubly hard sometimes to break thru the afflictions that may not be apparent to to others. As for picking a fight, I didn't mean to give that impression. I just thought maybe I wasn't seeing something that was there. I sometimes thnk I get dyslexia or something on here. Later on I can come back and see something crystal clear that was invisible to me earlier. :) I can attest to starting fights. I regret each and every one but sometimes a cetain word or phrase just pulls the scab off. And you know what's funny? Several times when I really got riled and shot back some hot retorts and smartazz remarks, the phrase or word that set me off wasn't aimed at me to begin with. :| That's when I want to crawl back into a hole for a while.

OldRebel
GOLO member since September 1, 2007
May 17, 2009 6:42 p.m.

Thanks, I normally just say good morning to be polite. I'm not much of a chatter in the morning. ;) Thanks

imyourhuckleberryIII
GOLO member since March 15, 2009
May 17, 2009 8:06 p.m.

I was pretty much a barracks rat while in Germany. I kick myself for not taking full advantage of time over there. I did a few tours, a few Volksmarches...that kind of thing. Form what I saw it was one fantastic place to travel about in. Clean and orderly were my big impressions of the place and the people. And so many things that were hundreds and hundreds of years old almost in every village and city.

OldRebel
GOLO member since September 1, 2007
May 18, 2009 6:23 p.m.

Hi Ya Elaine! Nice pic of you and Mike.

Also nice pic of the puddy kat up there.

blablah2
GOLO member since October 3, 2008
May 19, 2009 9:42 a.m.

Oh,you are wicked funny!LOL'

Why thank you!

blablah2
GOLO member since October 3, 2008
May 19, 2009 12:56 p.m.

Twenty five? Kewl! My son turned 22 in March. He is my only child. Do you have others?

BTW: Want another cat? lol

blablah2
GOLO member since October 3, 2008
May 19, 2009 1:03 p.m.

Wow! That was deep! lol

There is quite a bit I would say but there is someone on golo who reports directly back to him if I say anything at all about him...good or not.

I will say this much, my son is a billiant young man with the ability to be whatever he wants to be in life.

Glad we are now of aquaintance!

Now about the cat....

blablah2
GOLO member since October 3, 2008
May 19, 2009 1:15 p.m.

That's funny,I was answering your question as you were writing it!My son would probably do the same thing if he knew someone who goloed.He had me warned not to show is baby etc. pictures to his girlfriend until he said ok.He thinks he was born adult I guess.Our relationship has evolved into a good friendship as well as parent-son one.Well,let's talk again later,I need to go back to sleep.I worked last night and will turn into a zombie if I don't sleep some more for tonight.Great talking to you.I'll read your post before I go sleep.

ode2joy
GOLO member since March 1, 2009
May 19, 2009 1:21 p.m.

Oh my! Gracie sounds so special...I have one cat left, Midnight. He gets so lonely and the street cats are always trying to pick a fight with him.

Thank you for the handshake...I forget about those things...lol

Get you some good rest and we'll talk again soon!

blablah2
GOLO member since October 3, 2008
May 19, 2009 1:24 p.m.

It's ok dear...you are tired, need some rest. See...logical explanation! lol

blablah2
GOLO member since October 3, 2008
May 19, 2009 1:43 p.m.

Hi Ode! I am so sorry I was already gone by the time you came by my blog. I really enjoy chatting with you, and I look forward to coming back soon. :-) Have a blessed week! {{{{{HUGS}}}}}

Sandra Carrington-Smith
GOLO member since August 28, 2008
May 19, 2009 9:32 p.m.

Hey Elaine, the next time you get someone else's screen id, look at the top of the screen, next to "Search". In very small letters, you will see "logout." If you logout, you will be able to log in as Ode2Joy.

lolly
GOLO member since July 2, 2007
May 21, 2009 6:18 a.m.

Elaine, if you look at the bottom of your profile, you will see a tab called EDIT. Select edit. Select an option called

golo email preferences

Email me when new comments are posted on my profile or blog posts.

Select SAVE to make this change permanent.

You will get an email anytime someone posts to your profile or blogs. That is the best way to keep up with what is going on in golo.

Please feel free to ask me any golo questions. I will help you as best as I can.

lolly
GOLO member since July 2, 2007
May 21, 2009 6:45 p.m.

Whether you're planning a trip, or staying close to home this weekend....BE SAFE and have a Happy Memorial Day!!!!!!

Con Amor luvs u regardless
GOLO member since April 15, 2009
May 22, 2009 3:12 p.m.

You just posted the perfect blog for the top slot of the GOLO homepage. Thanks! And have a great weekend yourself! -Angela

Angela_the GOLO Editor
GOLO member since July 2, 2007
May 22, 2009 4:45 p.m.

Y'all have a great weekend too Elaine. Be safe and enjoy it.

OldRebel
GOLO member since September 1, 2007
May 22, 2009 5:09 p.m.

ode2joy - "Have a great weekend with your family and be careful,be wary of crazy drivers,mosquitoes,sunburn,smoke inhalation from the grill,rampaging teenagers or children,too much food,too much fun,too much sleep...Oh,have fun anyway.LOL"

gigglegigglesnortsnark

Map I'll nap then.

But no, maybe I'll fall out of bed.

LOL

You have a safe happy weekend too. You're the best!!!

God bless.

RB

Rev. RB aka Troll Magnet
GOLO member since July 2, 2007
May 22, 2009 6:05 p.m.

Good morning Ode! Have a wonderful weekend!!! {{{{{HUGS}}}}}

Sandra Carrington-Smith
GOLO member since August 28, 2008
May 23, 2009 10:08 a.m.

Good morning, ode! I had my 70-300mm lens on when I took those pictures, so that let me stay about 10-15 feet away for those pictures. Once you account for cropping, they turn-out looking closer than they actually were! Those pictures were taken in Franklin County, which is just to the north and east of Raleigh.

Feel free to contact me at anytime at javajoespictureoftheday@gmail.com

I made that email account specifically for GOLO, so my personal email inbox wouldn't fill up with those GOLO notifications (just this morning, my GOLO inbox had 201 new emails!)

Enjoy your weekend, and stay safe out there. Don't forget to take pictures!

javajoe
GOLO member since July 2, 2008
May 23, 2009 10:35 a.m.

Hi Ode -

Thanks for stopping by my profile and recognizing my service.

I don't think anyone was offended. Why do you ask?

God bless.

RB

Rev. RB aka Troll Magnet
GOLO member since July 2, 2007
May 23, 2009 1:59 p.m.

Thank you...Needless to say I am worried sick. His health isn't the best, but the heart surgery is necessary. From what I've learned, he is in good hands. Muah!

blablah2
GOLO member since October 3, 2008
May 23, 2009 3:04 p.m.

howdy neighbor! I've lived in Fuquay and Varina... were on the Fuquay side now....

North Carolina Native
GOLO member since July 4, 2007
May 23, 2009 6:07 p.m.

Thanks Elaine -

I was a USMC Sergeant from 1969-1972.

My dad was a Marine in WWII.

My nephew is a Marine currently serving at Pendleton in CA. When his broken foot heals, he will most likely be headed to Afganistan.

Thanks for all you do. You're the best!!!

God bless.

RB

Rev. RB aka Troll Magnet
GOLO member since July 2, 2007
May 23, 2009 7:29 p.m.

I don't want to list where i live here but you can email me.... its on my profile.

North Carolina Native
GOLO member since July 4, 2007
May 23, 2009 7:54 p.m.

i've always enjoyed photography... maybe you could help me start as a newb .

North Carolina Native
GOLO member since July 4, 2007
May 23, 2009 7:56 p.m.

Thanks! YOu too!!!

imyourhuckleberryIII
GOLO member since March 15, 2009
May 24, 2009 12:38 a.m.

I am SOOOOO Busy right now I have no free days... but that will change in August. =) I don't have a camera. What kind do you have?

North Carolina Native
GOLO member since July 4, 2007
May 24, 2009 10:11 a.m.

I'm going to have to start out with a semi cheap digital camera... =)

North Carolina Native
GOLO member since July 4, 2007
May 24, 2009 9:41 p.m.

Good Friday mornin'!

I saw your post on the Welcome Wagon blog: "I have three galleries on my profile page. I thought they would automatically be posted on galleries with the blogs,etc.How do I post the pictures to the public Gallery?Thanks.Have a great weekend."

I'll be glad to help! Could you be a little more specific about what you're trying to do? I just want to make sure I answer the right question!

javajoe
GOLO member since July 2, 2008
May 29, 2009 9:51 a.m.

No problem! I can't stand it when I ask someone a question, and they answer a completely different question -- that's what I was trying to avoid doing, so I just wanted to make sure I understood what you were asking first! :) (And I apologize in advance if I don't answer your question!)

The image gallery list is just like the blog list: only the most recent galleries are shown. Also, make sure your galleries aren't set to "Private" or "Friends Only," because if they are, they may or may not show up in the list. Just to check, I see you have 5 image galleries: Mike and I, Topsail Island Trip, Bird Pictures, Structural Beauties, and Animals Pix I Love.

If you have more than that, check the visibility settings for each gallery that I didn't list above.

Also, even if you add any images to an existing gallery, the gallery should be listed in the side panel (Aa long as it isn't private).

If that didn't help answer your question or solve your problem, ask me again! :) It's no problem!

javajoe
GOLO member since July 2, 2008
May 29, 2009 5:03 p.m.

Thank you, the negativity on here is overwhelming at times. I dont care for that part of Golo at all. Nice to hear some upbeat conversation and I look forward to more.

Robin Red Birdy
May 30, 2009 10:35 a.m.

RRB is messed up. Poor thing! I'd avoid her because of the way she operates. See my description of her MO on the Wake Up blog.

If you ever want to get together to play some real Scrabble, let me know. It's my favorite game.

God bless.

RB

Rev. RB aka Troll Magnet
GOLO member since July 2, 2007
May 30, 2009 11:00 a.m.

Those pond pictures are great! It looks so peaceful, but I bet there are a million snakes around there!!

javajoe
GOLO member since July 2, 2008
May 31, 2009 11:40 a.m.

Thank you for being a friend!! (hugs)

SpunkyGRITS
GOLO member since July 8, 2009
May 31, 2009 6:10 p.m.

Thank you kindly for the thoughts and paryers. Dad is an absolutely wonderful man. Hopefully he will come home tomorrow.

Again, thank you.

{{{hugs}}}

blablah2
GOLO member since October 3, 2008
June 1, 2009 2:02 p.m.

You have some great critter pics...I just bought a book on the birds of prey. Of course the best pic is Jenny and Mandy, I luv Goldens. thanks, J

jackadoo
GOLO member since November 27, 2007
June 1, 2009 11:17 p.m.

I just saw the spider pictures. :-) The one web of the thornback spider looks as big as the structure in the background. Yikes! Can you imagine getting wrapped in that thing??! I hope your evening is peaceful and blessed. :-)

Sandra Carrington-Smith
GOLO member since August 28, 2008
June 1, 2009 11:33 p.m.

Thanks Sandra,actually it was an optical illusion.The building is 20-25 feet behind the web.Heehee.Tricky yes?

ode2joy
GOLO member since March 1, 2009
June 1, 2009 11:39 p.m.

Thanks Jackadoo,those two dogs are the most loving creatures God ever made!!!!

ode2joy
GOLO member since March 1, 2009
June 1, 2009 11:40 p.m.

I had a big red boy, Duncan, lost him 5 yrs ago in a divorce. He was a big (95 lb) sweetheart, and died soon after. He was my third Golden, and none lived longer than 8 yrs, usually spleen or bladder cancer.

jackadoo
GOLO member since November 27, 2007
June 2, 2009 12:22 a.m.

Elaine, those are some interesting shots of spider webs. Nice.

lolly
GOLO member since July 2, 2007
June 2, 2009 6:07 a.m.

Whew! Thank God! That thing looked enormous...

Have an awesome day, Ode!!!

Sandra Carrington-Smith
GOLO member since August 28, 2008
June 2, 2009 7:41 a.m.

God Morning,just looked at your web image.Interesting and very nice.Hope you have a very good day.

Godschild43
GOLO member since December 15, 2007
June 2, 2009 8:35 a.m.

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