~Ellies Country Corner~

2009-10-01T10:59:00.000-07:00

~Apart of this land~

The winds blow
Making the embers glow..

I set near the fire warming my hands
Looking across the lands..

As all the tall trees
Dance in the breeze..

I hear a bark and a howl
As well as the hoot of a owl..

Somewhere in the shadows
Or perhaps the meadows..

I set still
Looking up towards the hill..

The moon shines bright
In the stary night..

I feel apart of the lands
As I set clasping my hands..

Looking to east and the west
This time of night I like best..

The frogs and the crickets sing their song
As the long night continues along..

A smile touches my face
I really love this place..

~Author Elina Rawlins~
04/30/09

2009-03-06T10:37:00.000-08:00

I Would Wish
For you to reach to the heavens above
Take the brillant shine of the stars, brighten my night
Lighten it as a feathery dove in flight

Cast away the shadows upon my heart of pain
Wrap me in lovers embrace taking away the rain

Reach across the distance of time and space
As sorrowful tears caress my face

Warm bodies touching, tasting in hungrey passion
Hearts beating as in a race
Skin so soft like silk of fashion

Taste your kisses petal soft upon my skin
Let me feel your love within

Author~ Elina Rawlins

Lifes a Journey..

2009-01-30T08:11:00.000-08:00

Lifes journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body,
but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "Holy shit, what a ride!" -

Mavis Leyrer age 83

(I read this and just had to put on this site! So fitting, gosh I love it)

Love is..

2009-01-28T12:44:00.000-08:00

Love is as art or wine, the more you put yourself into it the better the painting. Fine wine, the longer it takes the better the wine.

Author, Ellie

Shot the wife (men joke)

2009-01-22T15:13:00.000-08:00

"So let me get this straight," the prosecutor says to the defendant, "you came home from work early and found your wife in bed with a strange man."

"That's correct," says the defendant.

"Upon which," continues the prosecutor, "you take out a pistol and shoot your wife, killing her."

"That's correct," says the defendant.

"Then my question to you is, why did you shoot your wife and not her lover?" asked the prosecutor.

"It seemed easier," replied the defendant, "than shooting a different man every day!"

Who We Are..

2009-01-17T18:16:00.001-08:00

Its not how much we earn, who we know or what we have accomplished that makes us who we are, its who we are inside our character. What we stand for and what be die for. Part of your character is who you are when your alone, the things we do when there is no one around to see. You've heard the old saying? "Actions speak louder then words" There is truth in that. Actions do define what our character is. Whither its giving, understanding, honest or dishonest. Building ones character is a bit like the wise or the humble. It comes in time and experiance. Seems like the older I get the more of all these fall into place, I would like to believe anyway. I have learned alot from past experiances, not all I'd ever want to repeat. The things of the past has made me the person I am today.

Thoughts From Ellie

2008-12-31T11:22:00.001-08:00

Well Santa's come and gone. Hope you got what you wanted for Christmas. If not well theres always next year and if you'll be good he just may consider it. I tried and well guess I wasn't good enough so I'll shoot for next year.

Another years gone and here we are peeking around the corner at 2009! Wow, time sure flies by when you dont want it too. I made my New Years lists had to revise it several times do to being honest with myself. See I had gotten way to big of ideas. Thought I'd better be more realistic. If you get goals too big that you "wont or can't" reach, well whats the point in making them in the first place. Your just going to be disappointed and let yourself down. So make sure you are realistic, that you actually have a chance to meet your New Years Reasolution. Don't make them so simple that there is no challenge. A New Years Reasolution is like turning over that new leaf that gives you a fresh start .. a new lease on life. Yes with taxes and high gas prices it's hard to get too tingly over it. Stay positive, keep your chin up and march forward into your future. I truly believe that your life is in your hands. Your attitude makes who you are. If you want a better life or to stop smoking.. by golly do it! Change that old mind set and start a new one .. what better time then the New Year! Make a pack with yourself and start now writing that list of all the things you've been putting off. NO time is better then the present.

Please remember to be safe if you drink make sure you don't drive or a buddy doesn't and by all means if your a true friend don't let yor friend go home with a ugly man she doesn't know....:o) P.S Not a good start to a New Year.

Hugs Ellie

2008-12-12T14:59:00.000-08:00

Hi all just stepping in to say Hi and touch bases. Been working hard and trying to be good..:O) Hope you are all safe this Christmas. Warm and wrapped in the arms of your loved ones. Rememeber what the season is all about. Family, love and yes giving of your heart. God Bless

"Accept the things to which fate binds you, and love the people with whom fate brings you together, but do so with all your heart."
Author unknown~

Please Read!

BLM Land Management is trying to take the land and life away from the wild mustanges!

As a native American Indian here in California I have strong feelings towards the land I love and the animals that habituate it. To destroy the land and the horses that have lived here for years is a outrage! There are preserves for all kinds of animals across the states, there is NO reason for the wild horse not to have one also. They are of my heritages dating back hundreds of years. For BLM land management to even consider such a move is unthinkable to me. Not to vision the wild mustangs running free across the land tears at my heart. I pray that BLM Land Management rethink such a horrible action.

Here is the site that you can go to, write a letter telling BLM what you feel about the wild mustangs and their freedom.

2008-11-25T14:32:00.000-08:00

I was setting here just thinking on how alot of relationships these days are in trouble. We get so busy with our lives, work schedules and such that we sometimes forget the important things in life. The people we love. Remember the first time we saw that person? How our heart flutterd? How we couldn't wait to talk to them or see them again. Hoping they'd ask us out or say yes if we were the one doing the asking. Then the big day comes when you tie that knot. Vowing to love and cherish each other till death. But somehow, somewhere something goes wrong. We stop talking, stop doing those sweet little things we used to do for them. Just to see their eyes light up or that smile that brightend your day. Years pass and you just make the moves. Wishing things were different. Exspecting them to make the change or the first move. More times than not if we wait for that certain person to take that frist step we will be waiting a long time. Its hared to be the one to make the first move but if it means saving a relaionship isnt it worth the risks? You took a committment when you fell in love. You committed yourself and your heart. So make another comittment. One of saving your marriage. Be that man or woman that took their breath away. Recapture their attention, their heart!

Growing apart happens to alot of couples. It takes a huge effort to keep love growing strong. Both sides have to put out some energy in doing this. The awsome thing here is once you start being attentive and showing signs of being inlove like you were in the begining the other end of this couple recipicates. Its never too late to be romantic. Start today.. do something romantic.. a little goes a long ways.

Memory of You..

2008-11-17T17:57:00.000-08:00

Fires crackling, flames casting shadows. The warmth making me sleepy as I sit remembering you. Each day that passes are as fine lines on my face. My heart beats on, my memories continue. In hopes that someday we will hold each other in close embrace.
Writen by Ellie

2008-11-03T11:07:00.000-08:00

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My ride

2008-11-01T12:43:00.000-07:00

I've always loved the mountains. When I was a teenager my papa, sister and a friend rode our horses up into them and camped. The Trinity Alps are so pristine and beautiful. Since that day they have been in my blood. Later I worked there as a wrangler, I was seventeen and thought I knew it all. As the years went by I got married and had two wonderful kids. When my kids got old enough where I could venture off with out them needing me I started a guide service into the Trinity Alps. No horses this time, I had seven llamas. I would load the llamas down with the camp gear and awesome food for my clients. They had all the comforts of home. A portable potty tent which could be easily moved to be made into shower. Food like shrimp and wine, pie and even ice cream! One could set by a beautiful lake and watch the dragon flies or the fish jump. It was quiet and the air was fresh. Deer and bear would wonder by the camp. Red tailed hawks would fly over head screeching there warning of intruders, which was us by the way. That was the best job I ever had. Met people from all over. As time passes as it always does life changes and people do to. I no longer take people into the mountains although I still go myself. Now I write novels and truely feel that is what I do best. The road of life for me will continure to take turns that are unexspected and may lead me to the uncharted ..

Thoughts From Ellie

2008-11-01T12:33:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone been a while. Life got busy.. Well I'm back and thought Id just tell ya all what Ive been up to these several months that you have'nt heard a sound. Ive been writing. yes you read it right.. writing. I have one book soon to be in print and another on its the way to the publisher! I have had such a blast. I have found that I love to write spicy historical romances. I am also sculpting which has been a love of mine for years. Sold a few on ebay. Building a web site and have big plans on showing some of my work in local gallarys. I have started doing at home data entry work also. As you can see I've been a busy girl. I hope to blog here more often.. no promises :O) but will try harder for those who like reading my silly ramblings. I have new stuff to add here and some new opportunities.

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2008-08-13T12:48:00.000-07:00

Just a Joke

Money is hard to get these days. I know a guy who "Went into a bank with a surefire proposition~ but he didn't get a cent. Unfortunately, his gun jammed.

2008-01-20T14:10:00.000-08:00

Ellie's tip for the day..
You need only two tools... WD-40 and duct tape. If it doesn't move and it should, use WD-40. If it moves and shouldn't, use the tape.
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A joke I heard the other day..

A man walks into the front door of a bar. He is obviously drunk. he staggers up to the bar, seats himself on a stool, and with a belch, asks the bartender for a drink.
The bartender politely informs the man that it appears that he has already had plenty to drink--he could not be served additional liquor at this bar but could get a cab called for him.
The drunk is briefly surprised then softly scoffs, grumbles, climbs down off the bar stool, and staggers out the front door.
A few minutes later, the same drunk stumbles in the side door of the bar. He wobbles up to the bar and hollers for a drink. The bartender comes over, and still politely--but more firmly refuses service to the man due to his inebriation. Again, the bartender offers to call a cab for him.
The drunk looks at the bartender for a moment angrily, curses, and shows himself out the side door, all the while grumbling and shaking his head.
A few minutes later, the same drunk bursts in through the back door of the bar. He plops himself up on a bar stool, gathers his wits, and belligerently orders a drink.
The bartender comes over and emphatically reminds the man that he is clearly drunk, will be served no drinks, and either a cab or the police will be called immediately.
The surprised drunk looks at the bartender and in hopeless anguish, cries "Man! How many bars do you work at?"
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Come listen to great country music..

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Food for thought..*If you find yourself in a hole, the first thing to do is stop diggin'.

2007-12-21T16:00:00.000-08:00

Cowboys...
Tip your hat when the following happens, if you're a real cowboy.
*When you are walking with your friend and he says hello to a woman that he knows, but you do not.
*When a woman thanks you.
*After getting directions from a stranger, for sure if the stranger is a woman.
*When you excuse yourself to a woman.
*Probably already know when to take off your hat, but just in case you forgot..
*During the National Anthem.
*When you go into a building.
*When you are being introduced to someone, especially if it is a woman.
*When you begin a conversation, not needed if you are just saying "Hello" as you pass them.
*When attending a funerals.

Seeing a man in a cowboy hat always makes me turn my head...
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Heres some information you may not know...

"The First Meeting of Jack McCall and Wild Bill Hickok", Deadwood Magazine, August 2001.

It has been well documented, but is of little known fact today, that Wild Bill Hickok and Jack McCall actually played cards together just the night before McCall shot and killed Hickok in the No. 10 Saloon on the afternoon of August 2, 1876. McCall was using an alias name of Bill Sutherland, and lost heavily to Wild Bill, apparently to the point of actually being broke. Hickok generously offered McCall loose change for decent meal out of sympathy for the young miner, which Jack declined to accept.

The story is a fictional account based on facts made available from this first meeting between the two men, whom were destined for immortal folklore and history the following day.

2007-12-21T15:59:00.000-08:00

It's bacon and
beans most every
day. I'd just as
soon Be eatin' that
prairie Hay.
From
"Chisholm Trail"
Traditional
Cowboy song.

Being Western...

2007-12-20T03:03:00.000-08:00

Being truely western isnt what we put on, so much as its whats inside. The way we look at things. The way we feel about things.The work we do and the friends we keep. Honest and hardworking. Where men still tip their hats..doors opened for gals and a handshake is still valued.

Cowboys... horses... cattle... wide open ranges... the coyote howlin in the night... songs and stories around the campfire... There are places where all these things are still alive and well. They arent just in books and movies.

The country life isnt a easy life. Once you've chosen this way or grew up being a country kid. It gets in your blood and there is no turning back. You know what they say.. "You can take the kid outta the country but you cant take the country outta the kid!" How true. I at one time tried that .. didnt work.

2007-11-24T12:53:00.000-08:00

Lets Kick up our heals and line dance..
Keep your eyes forward. Dont look down at your feet while your dancen. It's good to keep your chin up and smile alot.
Be aware of your posture. Dont slouch, twist or lean. Think of your rib cage as the center, let it lead the rest of your body.
Dance into the floor. Keep your center of balance over the foot with the weight on it, keep your knees soft/slightly bent, so you dont bounce to much.
Dance to the music. Listen to the song and try to coordinate your steps to the music.
Never walk through a line of dancers to cross the floor - always walk around the outside or wait for the dance to finish.
Never stand on the dance floor to talk - if music is playing leave the dance floor to visit.
Never hog floor space to 'perform' - if the floor is full take small steps, and watch for collisions.
Never stop in the middle of a dance to teach, as you'll be in the way. Go off the floor to teach.
Never let your feet, knees, arms or elbows become dangerous weapons on the dance floor.
Never show off. Crazed variations, turbo spins, high kicks and jumps just put people off - YOU!!
Always leave the outside edge of the dance floor clear for partner and couple dancers.
Always give way to dancers around the outside of the floor.
Always dance with the 'flow'. The Line Of Dance (LOD) is anti-clockwise
Always show appreciation to, live acts, instructors and DJ's - they work hard for you.
Practice, practice, practice your dancing steps.
So Lets kick up our heals and have some fun!

Its fun and you keep in shape too.

2007-11-23T11:52:00.001-08:00

Six ways a Cowgirl can tell her jeans fit right..
1. She has to lie down to zip them up.
2. It is impossible to slip a buisness card in her back pocket.
3. She plans ahead to sit down.
4. She dreads going to the ladies room.
5. Her legs go to sleep when she sits too long.
6. She can't get money from her pocket unless first removing her jeans.

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2007-11-18T10:20:00.000-08:00

A Little Cowboy History...
In the ol' days the cowboy was the glue that held the West together. Ranchers would hire cowboys to keep a watchful eye over the herds on the wide open range. Although the addition of the fenced in herds has removed some of the need for cowboys, you can still see the skills that these old cowboys had by attending a rodeo. Even today cowboys show off their talent with bullriding, using the lasso, and roping and tying steers.

There are still a few of us today that believe that the country life is the best way to live and raise a family. With good morals and family ties. Riding the range is a satisfying feeling. The feel of the saddle the smell of the horse and leather. I would never want anything more.

2007-11-04T18:55:00.000-08:00

Just a thought..
Always drink upstream from the herd.

2007-10-20T19:15:00.000-07:00

Papas ..little girl..
I grew up on a small ranch. My dad was a old cowpoke, had been all his life. Papa taught me to respect my neighbor as well as my dog and horse. Which by the way probably earned it more than the neighbor.

As I grew up I tried to fallow in his mighty footsteps. He rode and packed, so I did too. There were times I tried to move away from the country life. Just to come back again and again. Its in my blood as it is with most country girls. I wanted papa to be proud of me. I have the morals of yesterday I have the ideals of days gone by. I have thought many times that I was born outta my time...I should of been born about 100 years ago. Sometimes life just moves too fast. Gotta slow down and ride into the sunset. My papa was a good man, the best in my book. He was a hard worker, loved his family with a passion. Cared deep for animals and the countryside. I know my papa is proud of his little country girl. May he rest in that big pasture in the sky.

In honor to the man I am proud to call my papa.
Cal Crews
7/24/19--6/4/98

2007-10-08T07:20:00.000-07:00

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Ellie's Kitchen:

Cow Patty Cobbler
You'll Need:
2 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
4 teaspoons cocoa
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup milk
1 cup chopped pecans
2 cups firmly packed brown sugar
8 teaspoons cocoa powder
3 1/2 cups boiling water
Procedures :
Mix together flour, baking powder, salt, sugar and cocoa. Stir in oil, milk and pecans. Pour into a Dutch oven. Mix together brown sugar and cocoa. Sprinkle over top of cake batter. Pour boiling water over the top. DO NOT STIR! Bake at 350 degrees F for 45 minutes.
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Cowboy Campfire Coffee..
Ingredients:
1 quart fresh water ¾ cup coffee grounds
Directions:
In an enamel or metal saucepan or coffeepot, pour in the water, set it over the flame and set to boil. When the water is boiling, add the grounds directly into the water and return to the boil, then remove the pan or pot from the heat and set it down on dirt, not gravel. Cover and allow the grounds to sink to the bottom, about five minutes. If you brought along a hand towel, wrap the pot with it to preserve the heat or, if you're at the beach, "bury" the pot in the sand or dirt to keep it warm, but only up to ½" under the spout or you'll have grains of sand or dirt in the coffee. Serve. NOTE: When hiking or camping at very high elevations, add more coffee grounds to compensate for the lower-than-boiling temperature that occurs at such altitudes.

For more Country Recipes Go to....
http://good-country-meals.blogspot.com/
Ellie's Country Quotes...
*The quickest way to double your money is to fold it over and
put it back into your pocket.

*Lettin' the cat outta the bag is a whole lot easier'n puttin' it back. *Just cause trouble comes visiting doesn't mean you have to offer it a place to sit down.

Remember to check back with me.. Im always changeing and adding things.

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~~~Ellies Country Corner~~~

Lifes a Journey..

Love is..

Shot the wife (men joke)

Who We Are..

Thoughts From Ellie

Memory of You..

My ride

Thoughts From Ellie

Being Western...

~Ellies Country Corner~