When your son visits you at work....

....you think...WOW! Why is my son here?! First thought is: what does he want? Then you feel guilty...so you start thinking maybe he just wanted to see you, or he is dropping off a surprise, or he brought flowers....or something nice.

Oh, no...not my child. He follows right in my footsteps!

Receptionist: Donna, your son is downstairs...
Me: Oh.... [worried look]
Receptionist: He got locked out......um, and he isn't wearing shoes.

OK, I guess he could have been locked out in his underwear...not too bad...except for walking downtown in barefeet. Ewww! So, I go downstairs to drive him back & let him in....ok...remember what I said about the underwear. He locked himself out in his bathrobe! That is such a Donna move.... :) My son is just like me! Luckily, his friend lives across the street and loaned him a tee & jeans....his belt [maybe to prove a point] was the belt of his bathrobe. Hmmm. The luck ran out at his feet...no shoes. My son has the same attitude of Kenny Chesney, though: No shoes, No shirt....No problem! Sigh! [Insert rolling of eyes & shaking of head]

Vending machines....

....drive me up the freakin wall!!!! Ugh! WTH is wrong with them and their attitudes? Have you noticed that if you so much as look at the quarter the wrong way when you drop it in...Mr Vending Machine will spit it back out at you?!?! FREAK!!!! Oh, and what a TEASE....you think your purchase is coming to you when right at the very last minute before it falls to the opening...SNAG! Mr Vending Machine, you are so mean!

OK, so today...I'm a little hungry, and really wanted Crunchy Cheetos...that's all I wanted, I swear! So what if I am swollen from the delicious wings from Kelseys last night....so what?! The beer added to it, as well. And, really...I'll get back on track right after Mr Vending Machine fulfils my wishes...just one small bag of Crunchy Cheetos...

please....

My goal....

...for the Country 93 Page on facebook was to reach 1000! And, today...my goal came true!

http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pages/Country-93/292730828174

Please check it out and spread the word! And, thank you to all who have joined! I appreciate your support beyond words! [For those who joined the Group...that no longer is active...please join the page.]

I love working Middays at Country 93 and love working as an Emerging Artist Coordinator! I Co-Host a show called WHATS NEW and always looking for new, Canadian, Indie artists! Spread the word: http://www.country93.ca/talent.php so that we may be able to highlight you or a friend on Center Stage!

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for making this all happen! xo

The long weekend....

...makes for a short work week! And, I have to say...it has been the best May 2-4 in a long time!

Oh, yes, I did work Saturday. But, it all started Friday with a trip to the Williamsford Market for the best sausages/meat ever! Mmm! And, spending time with a great friend and meeting her sister. The eve turned out to be quiet because SATURDAY morning I made my way to Hanover for a remote at Wellington North Co-op. What a great place! And Sat Eve...DRIVERS START YOUR ENGINES...as I headed to the opener of Sauble Speedway & Country 93 Night. [Photos to come]

Sunday, I surprised myself...wanted to swim at the Pool/Potluck @ The Hoppers....I did not swim...imagine. Loved taking in the sunshine and all the wonderful food and chatting with new and past friends. :) Was a blast!!!! And, biggest surprise was the tubs of Maritime Lobsters that came in...oh, oh,...and the Muscles. Mmm! Did I mention there was food? :) I ate Lobster - I have the scars to prove it! Later that night...more of a party with a few friends.

Monday, I got to hang at Berford Lake with some great people and a great cook! Mmmmm! The BBQ Steak was fabulous! Learned about Chipmunk anatomy and Expiry Dates!!!

And, I did help "the friend" with his planting...more sun!

Hope you had a fabulous weekend, too!

My son is taller than....

...well, pretty much everyone we know! :) Yeah, he takes after me! NOT!

The one thing I love about my job is getting to meet musicians and one of my favs to sing along to [in the car] is Jessie Farrell. I have been fortunate enough to meet her a few times. And, the other thing I like about my job is that I can sometimes take along my son [who actually takes photos for us.]

And, here he is: Taller than Jessie Farrell! :)

In a state of Limbo...

...is what I am feeling. How do you deal with bad news?! Well, I can't say the news I have is bad...the potential is there, and therefore...I am in a state of Limbo. I suck at Limbo! I even suck at The Limbo Game (you know, under the limbo stick.)

This week...from 2 different friends - male & female - I found out there could possibly, potentially be, not sure but ya never know, have some signs of: The C thing. Cancer. Ugh!

Now, I know that we all have the potential for cancer. There are so many factors involved. And, truly...how much do we really know? Besides...there could be many other factors that aren't as serious in both cases...and let me tell you...that is what I am projecting right now. Both friends are truly dear to me and seem to be my rock. When I was drowning in my sorrow...they were the rock that allowed me to escape.

So, for them; I banish the negative thoughts and smile with warmth [even if I am stuck in limbo, waiting for the news]....I love both of you and will stand beside you no matter what life brings!

The exercise regime...

...is not going so well.
I know, I know...I used to be all over exercise!

When younger, I used to ride bike, do aerobics, gymnastics, ballet jazz & modern dance, swimming, weights.... So, WTH happened?!

With my new found time, I decided to jump into exercise again. I need it, I want it...I will have. I got on the bike, started to jog...then, 2 different partners bailed. So, why do I not take the initiative to continue on my own? Personally, I think you always strive further and better with a partner. Just sayin'!

So, I still walk. Tonight, I need to throw away the "shyness" and get my jello-butt (ok, not that bad) out there and actually continue this jogging theme. The more I do, the better I get, right?!
Anyone need a beginner partner? :)

On your mark, get set......GO!

Dire need for change...

...to become healthy, again. You know...when you get older, it becomes that more difficult to get into shape and stay there. MAN!

So, I am on this new kick...I need to change my life. I learn from my mistakes, I embrace it all...and, now "trying my best" to get to the grind! The grind of exercise - and I will die trying, if I have to!
Now, I realize I made this comment: hmmm...need to change some things about me. Need to regain who I used to be! :)
But did I really deserve this:
Just tell me, who you used to be, wasn't a guy!!!!! I couldn't handle it if you used to be this 6 foot guy fom Bathurst NB with his cheesy 1970's porn mustache, smokes rolled up in his t shirt sleeve, driving a camaro,listening to Matt Minglewood and Stompin Tom on his 8 track tape player, smelling of aqua velva, named Donny! Man, that would disturb me!

Ha ha ha! What a way to start a Monday! :)

...Sailing, takes me away....

Christopher Cross comes to mind...love that song, always have. It is one of my healing songs. :)

I was born near the ocean, I love the serenity that water brings, and it simply calms me. I don't feel the urge to hit the restroom & the sound of crashing waves do not annoy me.

A few years ago I had the opportunity to Cruise the Carnival Triumph with my buddy MJ. And, it was quite the experience. OK, ok....so, I was very sick the first night. [It was self-inflicted.] Note to self: do not mix drinks, especially first time cruising.

We were 7 days on the ocean on an Eastern-Caribbean cruise and I want to go back.

It's not far down to paradise

At least it's not for me

And if the wind is right you can sail away

And find tranquility

The canvas can do miracles

Just you wait and see

Believe me

It's not far to never never land

No reason to pretend

And if the wind is right you can find the joy

Of innocence again

The canvas can do miracles

Just you wait and see

Believe me

Sailing

Takes me away

To where I've always heard it could be

Just a dream and the wind to carry me

And soon I will be free :)

Vipers Hill....

...I want to get back into acting. It is an escape that is much needed right now.

Close to 6 years of pouring my heart into "the guy" just didn't work out. So, here I sit, trying to pull myself out of the sea of sorrow I am caught in. This is devastating to me. The one guy I so truly loved.

Don't feel sorry for me...just be my friend and bare with me. I will get out of this slump. I'm a klutz, remember?! I'm used to falling into that garbage can on the side of the road,... just pick myself up, dust off and keep on going. [I am kidding about the garbage can.]

So,...Is there anybody out there willing to take a chance on me? And, no...I am not talking about guys...talking about movies...films...tv!!! :) My dream was always to act - strange coming from a girl that is so shy! It truly is an escape...allows you to be someone you are not. It simply is enjoyable for me. Oh...um,...well...I do get the jitters and stomach flops, maybe even sweats...but, I love to act!

Interested in having me in your next film? See the sweet face below of THE "Donna Henry" to make your decision! Or, dare you?! :)

Important Health Advice for Women....

Do you have feelings of inadequacy?
Do you suffer from shyness?
Do you sometimes wish you were more assertive?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist about Sauvignon Blanc. Sauvignon Blanc is the safe, natural way to feel better and more confident about yourself and your actions. It can help ease you out of your shyness and let you tell the world that you're ready and willing to do just about anything.

You will notice the benefits of Sauvignon Blanc almost immediately and, with a regime of regular doses, you can overcome any obstacles that prevent you from living the life you want to live. Shyness and awkwardness will be a thing of the past and you will discover many talents you never knew you had.

Stop hiding and start living.

Sauvignon Blanc may not be right for everyone. Women who are pregnant or nursing should not use it. However, women who wouldn't mind nursing or becoming pregnant are encouraged to try it.

WARNINGS:
* The consumption of Sauvignon Blanc may make you think you are whispering when you are not.
* The consumption of Sauvignon Blanc may cause you to tell your friends over and over again that you love them.
* The consumption of Sauvignon Blanc may cause you to think you can sing.
* The consumption of Sauvignon Blanc may create the illusion that you are tougher, smarter, faster and better looking than most people.

Sign of overdosing on Sauvignon Blanc may include dizziness, incarceration, erotic lustfulness, loss of motor control, loss of clothing, loss of money, loss of virginity, delusions of grandeur, table dancing, headache, nausea, vomiting, dehydration, dry mouth, and a desire to sing Karaoke and play all-night rounds of Strip Poker, Truth Or Dare, and Naked Twister.

This is NOT mine. I do not claim to own it. Joe sent it to me to cheer me up. Only thing is...he forgot to send the bottle! ;)

On my way to work...

...I stopped (not literally, or I would be late) to realize the beauty of nature around me! I love when I can just throw on a sweater and sandals and head into work. The smell of fresh air (not much movement of vehicles when I head into work), and the vivid colors of the trees, grass, flowers at that time of day. It pretty much is quiet...and it makes me appreciate nature that much more.

Then, BAM....the silence is interrupted by squawking. OK...now, I have issues with birds! I like them...but they are starting to really annoying me. Back east, I had a Partridge turn velociraptor on me (protective Mom with her peeps under my deck - I only wanted to tan)...and since moving to Owen Sound...Pigeons. Those damn pigeons. Did you know they lived in my walls at The Ryerson?! Oh, I used to think you were cute. Key words...used to! And, those annoying black birds all over the place...cross-Canada....who think they own the Country!

So, back to the squawking...which I am squawking about: two of these black birds were fighting. I didn't see a worm around, so I assume over the branch they were on. They upset the rest of the birds in the tree...so much so that the Morning Doves (AKA, brown PIGEONS) started their own argument. I thought they were "love" doves. Guess it goes to show, that relationships need argument for survival sometimes. Eventually, they all settled down. Or maybe I used my Mommy-hearing (we learn to block.)

Regardless, I had a beautiful walk into work this morning! I am grateful I can do this - squawks and all! :)

Missing in action...

...is what I have been to The DH Files. No excuses. Been busy and been busy! I do miss the files and thought I would stop in quickly. I am alive....April has not killed me, nor has the beautiful thunder storm of today....although, it did knock the station off the air. Bummer.

Back to the DH Files: funny thing...had an internet conversation with Jarrod Tetreault! He has a DH in his life, too! Desert Heat! :) And, everytime I see my initials, I think of Desert Heat, and vice versa...

So, hello to Jarrod!!! I am alive world! Will be back soon!

Muah! xo