One thing that I really like about the people on Gather is that I think about them during my "real life". A couple handfuls of people have made an impact on me and thoughts of them pop into my head while I'm out and about, doing my everyday things.
Take Wendy for example. I was at Walmart the other day and saw a silver "Oregon" collectors spoon and since I know that she collects spoons, I thought "What a neat idea for a Christmas present to send Wendy!"
Then there's Sherry. I was telling my husband the other day about her baby walking already. See, our babies are only 2 days apart and Rylan hasn't started walking yet. I repeated something that Sherry had said to me, "It's so cute seeing a baby just toddle on by!" (or something similar to that)... my husband thought that was really funny, then told me he can't wait for Rylan to start toddling on by.
So I get to Krissy. She's a ball of Texas spunk and any time I hear a Texas accent, in comes a random thought of Krissy!
Alicia Storey's children have gray eyes, yes, GRAY! It's really one of the coolest things I've seen and I think about it often because Rylan's eyes are still changing colors and at times, they look gray too.
When I hear about Iraq, I think of a few people on Gather. There's Julie Laughlin and she comes to mind because her husband recently came back from there. I also have thoughts of Eric I, because he's been there too and his icon is him in uniform, in Iraq. Then of course I have sad thoughts of of Debra H and her family because her adopted son, Eric, was killed in action on July 15th, 2007.
When I have a computer issue at home, Kevin always comes to mind. I always think "Oh, Kevin would know what to do!"
Anytime I see a newborn, I think about Tab and her newest addition, Faith Olivia, who was born on July 2nd, 2007 and just so happens to have a really COOL name. :o)
This one may sound odd, but when I hear the word "cheeky", I think of Bridget, because her namespace on Gather is cheekymommaof2. I also think of Bridget when I'm awake really late and I need someone to chat with on Gather.
Kathline Gore is someone that's usually in my head at all times. I know that may sound strange as well, because I don't even "know" her, but she gives me strength when I start feeling down about my physical limitations. Thank you, Kat.
Thoughts of Samantha and Wanda come around when I think about people who have changed their lives for the better.
Sometimes I get down about the fact that I don't have much of a relationship with my younger sister, Amber - but then I think about Jenna and know that if she lived closer, we'd be just like sisters, but GOOD ones!
Pink flowers and anything Geneology/History related make me think of Connie and the word "grandkids" brings me thought of Linda. Of course there are more things about both of you, but we'd be here for hours if I listed them all. ;o)
When I think about being without my camera, I think of Deb, because her son borrowed hers and she hasn't had it for a long time. Somebody, give Deb a camera!
If someone talks about a bucket, I immediately think of Kathy. Some of you will know exactly why I think this, others will just think that's totally bazaar.
When I really wish I knew the name of a flower, plant, bug, anything nature related - I think of Angela M. She is GREAT with those things!
Lisa M99 is a person that passes my brain often when I'm visiting my mom in another town. Lisa lives close and I always wonder if I'll run into her somewhere and not even know it!
Moonflowers = Mark.
I need to install my Photoshop program and anytime I think about doing it, I think of Lisa M and Gerald Brewster. I know they'll both be there for me when I have questions about it.
Dalmations send thoughts of Jennifer Meacham into my mind. Yes, that's another one that might be odd to some of you, but I don't know anyone else who has a Dalmation. A lot of things bring thoughts of Ms. Meacham to me though. Things like money advice, cute hats, beamers, Portland, poker, garage sales, table decorating, mystery theatre & old homes.
Lemons = Kerry, ha!
When I visit my mom and see the foxgloves all over her property, Trudy is in my head. She posted some great photos of foxgloves here on Gather awhile ago that brought me back to my childhood.
If I see a child with red hair, I think of Shawnee. Just another strange way my brain works. I also thought about getting my hair cut the other day and a random thought of Shawnee popped in. Speaking of Shawnee - she was actually thinking of ME today. Just check out what she ran into online, you'll really get a kick out of this: Click Here. Isn't it like it was made JUST FOR ME? Not only did she run into that, but it sent a thought of ME to her.
It's these thoughts of Gather friends that pop up while I'm going about my everyday life that really make me love Gather and the relationships I've formed. Thank you, everyone!
~ Faith
P.S. There are some of you that I didn't list because we've gotten to know each other through email more than publicly and I didn't know if that was something you wanted displayed here. So, you know who you are, and thank you!
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I think of a few of my Gather friends too, like Jenna.
You know, I was tricked into walking at 8 months. My parents would have me pracice walking while holding onto one of their fingers in each hand. One day, instead of inserting their fingers into my grubby little mitts, they snuck those rounded wooden clothespins into them. After a few steps, they let go of them, and I continued across the floor, oblivious. When I heard them ooing and ahhing from a distance, I looked around and saw how far away they were, looked at what I was holding, and immediately fell on mu butt. Used the same dirty trick on MY son, too. It also worked. Tried and true!
I completely understand!! lol
I think about you too Faith. Today, in Latina magazine, there was an full-page jean sizing information chart with the model wearing "Faith" blue jeans. I was reading it while waiting for my car in the shop, and nearly ripped the page out just to scan it in to post for you. (Yikes, I've nearly denigrated to vandalism for you Faith. ; )
I'm trying to cut back on the times I mention to my honey that "Faith did this..." or "Faith would love this..." or "Faith is soo cool." But it still sneaks in.
Oh, and Merica says "hi!"
You are such a doll for coming up with this wonderful list. So many wonderful people here on Gather, that's for sure. I am thrilled to be included. (Blushing again.)
This was a wonderful article and I am sure has it has uplifted alot of peoples spirits including mine. I find myself doing the same thing. I feel so close to so many on here that one would think I "knew" them personally.
I worry when someone is having a crisis in their life or is just missing from gather for a few days.
When we had a tax problem, I contacted Bob. He was great help and told us exactly what to do.
Shannon comes to mind alot as I am cooking. Sometimes I will just start smiling and my husband will ask what is so funny. I will say "Oh I was just thinking of Shannon".
My husband knows all my friends on gather through my stories.
I feel honored that you included me in the article. Thank you for uplifting my spirits today. I needed that. :)
Selene- Thank you as well. Because your family is often also mentioned frequently in my house.LOL.
And when I think of you Faith I always think of how helpful you are here on Gather!! Thanks!
Mark
Thoughts of Samantha and Wanda come around when I think about people who have changed their lives for the better.
These words are so sweet, thank you ever so much! I wouldn't know what to do without having you as my blessing!
Just today I was thinking about Jaime C. when I shot 30 photos of this beautiful ALL LILY garden here in town.
I could make up my own article about who I think of often and why...
Larry for instance *Thanks for sharing...*
When I read the first few words of pink flowers, my thoughts turned to Connie, and that's exactly who you were referring to!
Buckethead... yep, that's Kathy!
Every time I wake up and have a dream... Selene comes to mind!
Okay, I am making a list and gonna do up my own article. Fun! Fun!
Gotta love ya, Faith!
My stalkers sure do love me and think about me ALL the time. I love you TOO, stalkers!
Gerald___"a fronte praecipitium a tergo lupi" Brewster, Jul 19, 2007, 6:22pm EDT"
Haha, The design was what made me think of Faith, not the actual item itself. :)
I have really not been on much, blame it on the fact that it is summertime and we have been on the go for the last couple weeks actually doing things and getting out of the house.
I think of alot of Gather connections outside of Gather, but really have been "offline" more than online lately.
I really enjoyed this article, and look forward to reading many more.
But, since you feel so strongly about it, I will leave it up to you. ;-)
It was so much easier to find tons of Gather time when Chris was in Iraq, but I would much rather have him home and less time on the computer. By the way I broke my laptop and had to steal his LOL
Thank you so very much for thinkihng of me in your article.