GBE 2

GBE 2

Sunday, May 22, 2011

GBE-2 Expectations

  This is my entry in the GBE-2 sponsored by my friend "The Word Nerd". Each week she posts a one word topic and those of us that want to write a blog on what the subject means to us!

  This weeks topic is "Expectations"!

  If you have seen my profile you know that I'm a pretty old single man that lives with his daughter and grandchildren. I really don't think I have a lot of "Expectations". At least none that are unreasonable.

  Life has presented me with many wonders as well as a few tribulations so I have learned to just roll with what ever comes my way. Good, Bad or whatever is thrown my way has to be dealt with, so I do!

  I no longer have a career to worry about.

  My kids are raised so parenting duties are over.

  I don't gamble at casinos anymore, with all those "Expectations".

  However, I do have the "Expectation" of being read in this new GBE-2

  I hope you enjoyed my thoughts and come back to read again.

  If you like writing, I recommend this group. Many are good friends and all are writers.

  Thank you for stopping by! 
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50 comments:

  1. Jean Has Been ShoppingMay 22, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    Here I am to fulfill your expectations, Pop! I enjoyed reading your thoughts.

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  2. gawysmiffMay 22, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    Thanks Jean!

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  3. Dances With VodkaMay 22, 2011 at 4:24 PM

    Well done, Gary! I'm kind of the same way as I just take things as they come day by day. I used to have tons of expectations and goals and that more harm than good for me.

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  4. StephteeMay 22, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    I'm helping to fulfill your expectations!! *waves hello* I've always enjoyed reading your blogs and that's sure to continue :)

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  5. KristenMay 22, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Nice to meet you! Great beginning entry, too.

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  6. JennMay 22, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    I think I get disappointed when I have expectations, so I try not to expect too much. Great post :) Jenn

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  7. MarianMay 22, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    Short and to the post--quite perfectly stated too!

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  8. AnonymousMay 22, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    I'll always read you, Gary! You can expect a visit every week. :O)

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  9. gawysmiffMay 22, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    DWV, thanks for stopping! You know Pops loves hearing from you!

    Hi Stephtee! You are always welcome here!

    Nice meeting you too Kristen! Thank you.

    Thank you Jenn, for stopping and for your kind words.

    Marian, thanks. It's pretty short because "life" has been interfering with my 'puter time!

    And I always look forward to my favorite "Word Nerd"!

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  10. Coffee and ConversationMay 22, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    You knew I'd be here Pops! You can count on that expectation for real ( smile) I'm so glad this has started again. I wanted to bring it back but knew I did not have the time to manage it successfully. I know beyond a shadow of doubt that Beth will do a fantastic job!

    Big Hugs!

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  11. Montana LadyMay 22, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    I expect to have a great time reading your blogs gawwysmiff ;P

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  12. gawysmiffMay 22, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    C&C, great seeing you here. Thanks for stopping, and I agree, Bethie Rocks!!!

    ML, you know Pops is glad to see your smiling face!!

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  13. JulMay 22, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    Hi Gary, your expectations were met, nice first blog so glad to have the chance to read your stuff again.

    Hugs ;)
    Jul

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  14. gawysmiffMay 22, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    And I'm very happy to have you stop by. Thanks Jul!!

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  15. AnonymousMay 22, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    These are good expectations to have.

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  16. gawysmiffMay 22, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    Thanks for stopping by Diana!

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  17. pbquigMay 22, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    I too am sort of retired and a grandparent, unfortunately they're far away in another state. I can truly identify with your thoughts, I'm sure mine will be somewhat the same. Good to meet you.

    Pam
    A Pirate Looks Past Sixty

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  18. gawysmiffMay 23, 2011 at 6:04 AM

    Pam, it is nice meeting you too! Thanks for stopping by!

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  19. Mojo WritinMay 23, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    I expect to be back to experience more of your talk (type!) :)

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  20. gawysmiffMay 23, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    Thanks Mojo!!

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  21. UnknownMay 23, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    Enjoyed reading your post!!

    Kathy
    http://www.thetruckerswife.com/

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  22. Langley CornwellMay 23, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    I’ll help fulfill your expectations too. Nice to meet you through the GBE 2.
    Hearts in Fur Coats

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  23. gawysmiffMay 23, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    Kathy and Langley, Thanks for stopping by and spending time here!

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  24. ChristineMay 23, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    Pops, yours was the first one I read. I've been writing mine in my head for two days now. I expect to have it down for all to see in the next day or so ; )
    So happy to be reading you again *UMAH*

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  25. AnonymousMay 23, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    Nice to meet you Gary. Glad to be a part of the GBE2 challenge

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  26. gawysmiffMay 23, 2011 at 5:44 PM

    Thanks Christine! All us plants need Bumble Bees to grow!!

    Nice meeting you too KBalbify. Thanks for stopping by!

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  27. justonevoiceMay 23, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    Pretty happy that I met someone's expectations today just by reading your blog. Made me smile!

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  28. gawysmiffMay 23, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    Writing and having you wonderful people read my words makes me smile. Thank you Justonevoice!

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  29. Theresa WizaMay 24, 2011 at 4:52 AM

    I too live with one of my children, along with her husband and a couple of my grandchildren. Unlike you, though, I still have lots of expectations. Would love to feel as peaceful as you seem to be. Happy to have been part of your only expectations.

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  30. AnonymousMay 24, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    What a sweet blog, Gary! I'll bet your grandkids just love having you so near. Take care!

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  31. Tony PayneMay 24, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    The nice thing about being in your situation Gary is that you ought to have time to make your own expectations. Time to find a new hobby, to write a book maybe, who knows.

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  32. AlanaMay 24, 2011 at 2:46 PM

    Haha - sounds like a reasonable expectation! Look forward to your next post.

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  33. gawysmiffMay 24, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    Theresa, Beachlover, Tony,as well as Alana, thank you for your very kind words. I appreciate you taking the time to stop by and read my blog! Hope to see you again next week!

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  34. MaryannMiniVMay 24, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    Pops, You so under-estimate your expectations... How about your grandkids? And how about your neighborhood bonfire? And now you have US back to harass you with every GBE? (This is going to be FUN!) Love you, Ma---

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  35. clsMay 24, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    Hi! I just like "Sailor Talk," and it's good to roll!

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  36. AnonymousMay 24, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    what a sweetie you are!!!!!! ((hugs)) so great to meet you! <3 DocHoneyDew

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  37. gawysmiffMay 25, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    Ma, you know Pops loves you and Larry. I look forward to any "harassment" from this wonderful group of old/new friends.

    Christy, I love ladies that like "Sailor Talk"

    Doc, we met a looooong time ago on MySpace in the Alicia version of The GBE. Thanks for stopping.

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  38. Claudia MoserMay 25, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    Lovely start, honest and warm!

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  39. gawysmiffMay 25, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    Thank you Claudia.

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  40. AudrenMay 25, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    Well said! Enjoyed your blog post. :)

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  41. gawysmiffMay 26, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    Thanks for stopping by Audren.

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  42. AnonymousMay 26, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    Great post, Gary! I think it's true that as we get older we learn to lower our expectations and learn to be grateful for what we have.

    I'm enjoying the blogging challenge too and everyone is so friendly and supportive.

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  43. NicoleMay 26, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    Nice to meet you and very nice write! :)

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  44. gawysmiffMay 26, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    catchats, thanks for stopping by.

    Nicole, nice meeting you too and thanks!!

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  45. pbquigMay 27, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    You have won an Award from Beth to me to you.
    Go to: http://apiratelookspastsixty.blogspot.com/2011/05/versatile-blogger-seriously.html

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  46. EccentricityMay 28, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    It sounds like you have a perfect balance. :-)

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  47. AnonymousMay 28, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    Soooo... you're saying you expect that you are a "go with the flow" type of guy? =)

    hi! ~chickee

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  48. JoMay 28, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    Dude, love that you think you have no real expectations! You expect a lot, I think. You know that your harem is following you and you expect us all to say, "Hey" after we read your offering. See? Secretly, I think your expectations include all the love we send you, too. You are just a top-notch man, communicator and friend. Love your brain!

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  49. VaneMay 29, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    I will be reading you...
    Great thoughts!

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  50. AllHomeLivingMay 29, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    Great reading, Gary! hugs and love!

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