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Love withers with predictability; its very essence is surprise and amazement. To make love a prisone

About Me



I'm a mother of two, and a grandmother of two. I know, hard to believe for me too! I'm pretty laid back and easy going for the most part. I can be quiet and reserved, and other times I'm a chatterbox. I'll talk to anybody, about anything!
I've lived a good life so far. I've had some extraordinary experiences. Some positive, some not so positive. I wouldn't trade them for anything. They've helped mold me into the person I am today. I could write volumes on my life experiences...I'll spare you.
I'm a business owner. I have two store front pet grooming salons. Besides the daily grooms, I independently consult with people regarding health and wellness for them, and their pets. We(me and the turd in my pocket) are also distributors of "Life's Abundance" pet food. I stay busy! I can honestly say "my life has gone to the dogs".
When I get the freedom away from the daily grind I enjoy the outdoors. Anything from hiking, to motorcycling, camping, and fishing. More recently, I've acquired a green thumb for gardening flowers and such. I'm a big D.I.Y. person, and usually have some project needing finished. I dabble in photography. I love the camera. I've not had much free time to devote to this area lately. I'm pretty imaginative and creative too. I enjoy making graphics, and utilizing them on web pages. I have an itch to take up oil painting or something along those lines. Always willing to seek out new adventures, or experience new interests.
Family time is an important part of my life too. I share my home with my son, 12 years old. He's quite challenging, and keeps me on my toes. My daughter is grown and out of the home. I have a special man in my life. I dated him when I was 20 years old. After 19 years apart we've recently been reunited, and plan on living happily ever after.
First we have to write the fairy-tale!
If you've read along this far, you've probably guessed that I love animals. I work with them, how could I not? Mostly dogs, some felines too. I'm blessed to have my hands on thousands of pets per year. I certainly make a difference in both of the communities I operate in. My job is not just grooming, but also educating many pet owners on proper care of their animals outside of their grooming needs. I couldn't possibly be a pet lover without having two of my own special canine friends. My miniature poodles, Sergie and Monet...

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My Interests

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Animals-Dogs (it's my business)

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Music/Concerts

Spirituality ~ Sensitives ~ Empaths ~ Psychics

"It would be possible to describe everything scientifically, but it would make no sense; it would be without meaning, as if you described a Beethoven symphony as a variation of wave pressure." -- Albert Einstein
Human Sexuality
PSP Graphics and Website Design
Small Business Networking
Astrology~Astronomy~Planetary Aspects

Sun Sign: Pisces
Sun 18° Pisces 25' Pisces Horoscope
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Moon Sign: Scorpio
Moon 20° Scorpio 21' Scorpio Horoscope
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Rising Sign: Scorpio
Ascendant 2° Scorpio 44' Scorpio Horoscope
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Sun Sign: PiscesFish appear to be individuals, but have you ever seen a school of them swimming together? They act as one. Each is part of a greater whole. And you Pisces Fish are more aware of your interdependency than any other sign. It's as if you live in an ocean and the spirit that flows through you is like the one ocean that flows through all fishes. The symbol of the Fish is also the symbol of Christianity, the predominant religion during the past two thousand years -- also known to astrologers as the "Age of Pisces."
Motto: "Reality is just a shared illusion."
Greatest Strength: Your compassion for those in need
Possible Weakness: Confusion can put you at a disadvantage
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Moon Sign: ScorpioIt can be hard to trust others when you have the Moon in Scorpio because you are so sensitive to questions of power and control. You're aware of deep issues that most people don't want to face. You know what it's like to go to the very depths of emotions, both with passion and with fear. You need intensity, even if that means shaking up a relationship at times. That's because you're not satisfied with what lies on the surface. Getting to the bottom of things can disturb others (and you as well)… but it's hard to keep from going where your feelings take you. It's this emotional courage, though, that makes you such a powerful person, able to work through complex matters that most people refuse to face.
Motto: "No one feels more intensely than me."
Greatest Strength: Emotional persistence
Possible Weakness: Shame about your secrets
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Rising Sign: ScorpioLooking at the world through Scorpio Rising gives you a very measured view of your surroundings. You have a tendency to carefully weigh your words and your reactions... controlling your feelings so that you only show what you want others to see. You're passionate, yet not overtaken by emotion most of the time. This power makes you very skillful in emergency situations as you channel the intensity you feel with focus and direction. Letting others in takes some time, so you can come across as more stern or closed than you actually are until you feel comfortable enough to relax and let them in.
Motto: "Keep your eyes open and your mouth shut."
Greatest Strength: Not flinching in the face of a challenge
Possible Weakness: Not being direct about your desires
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Computers-Networking/Hardware/Software
Motorcycling/Bike Shows/Ralleys

Photography (I love both sides of the camera)

I'd like to meet:

People with whom honesty and integrity are still intact!
Every moment counts...live life to the fullest!

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Dark Angel at WishAFriend.com

Music:

I listen to ALL types of music!
Some of my favs:
Rock Bands Older and Current (Motley Crue, Poison, Cinderella, Warrant, Nickelback, Creed, Metallica, etc)
Country (Garth Brooks, Travis Tritt, Dixie Chicks, Sugarland, Martina McBride, etc)
Rap/Hip-Hop/Dance (Eminem, Dr. Dre, Ludacris, Usher, Janet Jackson, Prince, etc)

Good memories surrounding music are not soon forgotten.
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Heroes:

I am my own hero!!

My Blog

Now that’s chilly...

..>Wind chill advisory       Clear         Current:  -1°F        Feels like: -20°F..>The t...
Posted by ~ Carla ~ on Sat, 19 Jan 2008 04:39:00 PST

The Big Day....

I have 3 copies of a joint petition for dissolution of marriage sitting in front of me.One for me, one for the courts, and one for my soon to be ex-husband.  Processing through this has been hard...
Posted by ~ Carla ~ on Mon, 14 Jan 2008 07:18:00 PST

What to do...What to do?

Okay...My little dog was dead in my arms 3 times, okay...near death.  Deep, long held breaths, dry mouth, eye roll...the whole nine yards.  I made sure he was comfortable before I went to be...
Posted by ~ Carla ~ on Thu, 04 Oct 2007 10:05:00 PST

My Little Dog (Sergie)...

My one eyed, neurologically impaired poodle boy is on his way to the grave I fear.He goes with me everywhere, otherwise anxiety overtakes him and destruction follows.  Good thing I'm a dog groome...
Posted by ~ Carla ~ on Wed, 03 Oct 2007 04:54:00 PST

Attitude...

I'm trying to get away from focusing so much attention on my personal stuff.  While it does help me to analyze certain situations, it also allows me to dwell on what is and isn't right in my worl...
Posted by ~ Carla ~ on Sat, 25 Aug 2007 10:44:00 PST

Breaking the Barriers

Think about this for a moment.Someone says or does something to you or toward you.  (feel/sense)That "sense" is sent to the brain for processing. (think)Information is then sent to the other sens...
Posted by ~ Carla ~ on Wed, 15 Aug 2007 12:29:00 PST

It’s Friday!!

I can't believe this week flew by as quickly as it did!Yesterday, Ryan and I finally got the bench, and trellises pieced all together.  I like how it looks shoved back in that little cove of my y...
Posted by ~ Carla ~ on Fri, 03 Aug 2007 03:02:00 PST

A Day Out...

I went riding with a friend yesterday.  That was a much needed, and much appreciated gesture.  I love getting out into the wind.Ryan's dad hasn't called, I'm assuming I'm not to bring him do...
Posted by ~ Carla ~ on Mon, 23 Jul 2007 10:09:00 PST

It's the weekend!!

I'm running behind this morning...errrrr.No dancing for me last night.  I got delivered a note of "these things need to be fixed".  Seems the shampoo sprayer at the N. store and the toilet w...
Posted by ~ Carla ~ on Sat, 21 Jul 2007 09:44:00 PST

Happy Friday!!

All I have to do is get through today's work and I'm off until Tuesday!!Ryan's gramps will pick him up early this afternoon, so he'll be gone.Now what to do with my time....hmmmm.Both bathers are out....
Posted by ~ Carla ~ on Fri, 20 Jul 2007 07:15:00 PST