by Sandre M.
Member since:
June 9, 2008

Tell Me About It!

March 01, 2009 04:42 AM EST
views: 80 | comments: 27

No, seriously...tell me about it.

I've been absent from Gather for several months and, of course, I'll be filling you in on the trials and tribulations, but I've missed so many of you that I thought the fastest, easiest way to catch up quickly would be for you to tell me the five most notable things that have happened to you since the beginning of 2009.

I'll start:

  • I've taken an interesting and hysterically funny day-job to supplement my aspirations of becoming a full time voice talent and producer
  • My reducing diet has yielded a loss of approximately 20 lbs and 2 dress sizes
  • I'm in the process of fulfilling one of the items on my "Weird Things to Do Before the  End" list
  • I'm finally reading and writing for pleasure again
  • My latest good habit is beginning every day with an act of charity

Yes, I know it's not "Discovered a new solar system" or "Won the Pulitzer", but, hey, it's only March!

So tell me what you're up to this year. I will share with you that my "catching up with everyone" goal is to stop by and leave comments on your articles if you leave one here.

Anyway, I'm glad to be back and looking forward to all the writing, videos, photos and friendships!

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Comments: 27

Kushal Poddar Mar 1, 2009, 7:07am EST
You have been missed by me.
I have written lots of poem.
I had been through a period of depression still I cannot stop writing:)
You know, Sean Paul Kelley of Gather is in India and coming to visit me.

To women, Unperturbed
Elmo A. Mar 1, 2009, 11:32am EST
Glad you are back.

Hope you have time to write some.
Sandre M. Mar 1, 2009, 12:02pm EST
Poddar, I'm sorry you've been down, but as a fellow poet, I know that suffering is the poet's bread. How cool is it that Sean Paul is coming to see you! I've already been by to read one of your latest works and I'm so looking forward to reading more.
Elmo, I have missed your sense of humor and brilliant take on life, the Universe and everything! Can't wait to read what's been going on with you.
John Philipp Mar 1, 2009, 12:08pm EST
Sandre, welcome back and congratulations on what you have been doing.

Me, laughing regularly to keep the wolf from the door :)
Elaine S. Mar 1, 2009, 12:09pm EST
Welcome Home Sandre,I have missed you.
Sandre M. Mar 1, 2009, 12:21pm EST
John, I have found that's the real mark of sanity!
Elaine, I have so missed your pings and your pictures! I'm so happy to be reconnecting with everyone.
I've become a kitty, but once I was a gilr who has very much felt your absence =) Welcome back!
I emant GIRL, lol
Sandre M. Mar 1, 2009, 8:10pm EST
Oh, dear Purr, so lovely to see your felinish transformation!
Dorine H. Mar 1, 2009, 11:51pm EST
I'm working on singing better and better.
Jen G. Mar 2, 2009, 7:36am EST
Hi Sandre! I guess I am new to Gather since you haven't been around. I just joined in January and that has been the biggest change in my life since the beginning of 2009. I am not here just for the points but for the enjoyment as well. I have been trying to create some challenging games for Gather like the ones you joined in on last night (by the way, thank you for that). These creations have dominated much of my time over the last month or so but I think I have found a select niche that enjoys the challenge and doesn't mind taking a little extra time to work the puzzles. Welcome back and I look forward to reading some of your works. Oh, one last thing, I am also a singer so I look forward to hearing more about this new day job you have taken. Have a great day!
Sandre M. Mar 2, 2009, 8:34am EST
Dorine, what kind of singing do you do?
Jen, I LOVE word puzzles, as I'm sure you can tell from yesterday, so you are very much a welcome addition! The people on Gather are great and I've really missed everyone. You're a singer, too? What do you sing?
David W. Mar 2, 2009, 10:50am EST
"I'm finally reading and writing for pleasure again." That's the only way to write if you want to succeed.

Thanks for sotpping by to comment on my post and welcome me back. Heck, I did not know you knew I was missing.
Sandre M. Mar 2, 2009, 10:55am EST
David, LOL, I guess I know now, huh? Anyway, I'm finding the truth of what you commented is true; it's very tough to be creative and imaginative when you feel guilty or pressured about spending time on writing.
Ann Weaver Hart Mar 2, 2009, 6:57pm EST
"Discovered a new solar system" Not so important. Living the life you want, way important.

I'm writing 2-4 columns per week and submitting to newspapers. Exercising more and eating better. Also eating my main meal at noon.
Terry M. Mar 2, 2009, 9:38pm EST
Welcome back!
Renita P. Mar 2, 2009, 9:45pm EST
Welcome back. Sounds like things have been going well for you!
Sandre M. Mar 3, 2009, 9:33am EST
Ann, I always enjoy your work, so I'm happy to hear that you continue to contribute.
Terry, thanks! I'm so glad to have time to be here again.
Renita, things are always good, it's just difficult to figure out why they're good sometimes.
Jen G. Mar 6, 2009, 12:33am EST
Sandre, in my youth, I sang in several different local country bands. I love country music but love many other genres as well. I also performed solos for wedding and, as much as I don't care to, I have sung at a couple of funerals. Unfortunately,I haven't done any singing for the past couple of years (other that in my car to and from work). Hopefully, I will find a way back into it in the near future. I just have to figure out how I want to make that happen. :)
Jen G. Mar 6, 2009, 12:35am EST
Sandre, may I please interrupt your conversation here to say
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Jen G. Mar 6, 2009, 12:36am EST
Thank you for playing my game and I hope to see you this Sunday at
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Sandre M. Mar 6, 2009, 10:20am EST
Thanks, Jen, for the great comments! I'm so glad to hear you may be going back to singing, since it's like the pressure valve for your spirit sometimes. Hard to frown when you sing, y'know!
Lawrence U. Sep 2, 2009, 11:49pm EDT
How wonderful it is to hear your voice again, Sandre! Thank you for your lovely comment on my poem. Be blessed!!
Sandre M. Oct 12, 2009, 3:59pm EDT
Thank you, Lawrence, for posting all of your great pieces.
Marsha S. Oct 12, 2009, 12:55pm EDT
New grandson born June 1
moved in with Steve July 1
I can't really think of anything else
Sandre M. Oct 12, 2009, 4:00pm EDT
What about your FABULOUS quilts? LOL. Glad to hear you've got so many great things happening for you, Marsha!
Marsha S. Oct 12, 2009, 9:56pm EDT
oh yeah...I am learning how to quilt....and making a lot of them for Christmas if I make my goal!

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