Sunday, September 9, 2012

SIGNING IN


Computers can be complicated. At least for me they can be. But thanks to Dell technicians and my computer geek son, that lives over 1000 miles from me, I am now in business with my new computer. 

I have decided to give my new computer a name. The word computer can sound rather intimidating to some folks.  So, I have come up with this slang name, the hood, as my laptop has a hood. But also because I can be cool when I say to people I meet; "I have been working with the hood," which will give them the idea that I belong to a notorious street gang.

Well, I do belong to a cool gang -- the gang of bloggers that are interesting, diverse, and provide connections that keep our minds fresh with knowledge and entertainment. 

Viva la blogosphere

23 comments:

  1. I used to, and still do occasionally, refer to my computer as puter. Isn't it great having a new computer?

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    1. Rubye -- It is wonderful! I use my computer or hood for all kinds of information. I feel lost without it. thanks -- barbara

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  2. Hurray, I'm glad you're back with a new hood! Maybe you'll need to buy a hoodie to wear on your photography expeditions when the autumn weather cools. I'm so glad I'll be able to see your photographs and read your insights about your part of the world. I feel a cherished friend has returned from a trip out of town.

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    1. June I actually did buy a great artsy hoodie recently. I probably will be wearing it this fall as I travel around looking for photo material. You are so kind with your words. I can honestly say that I sure missed everyone that I hook up with on blogs. Thanks so much -- barbara

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  3. Welcome back to the hood! Seems like such an oxymoron for you 'the hood and folkways' together at last.

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    1. Birdman -- I'm back to the hood and am so glad. Computers are really eyes and ears of the world. Surprising how much you miss when your machine goes down -- thanks -- barbara

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  4. hahaha...glad you're back. You've been missed!

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    1. turquoisemoon -- These women should be commended for their efforts to save dogs. Also, the folks who adopt the animals. Perhaps you will become a volunteer from the sounds of your post. -- barbara

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  5. Welcome back Barbara! I've missed you and your blog!

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    1. Mamabug -- Thanks for the nice comments. I couldn't wait to get my computer and then getting it all set up. Had a few issues but were resolved by Dell and my son. I sure learned a lot from talking with them about the issues. -- thanks again -- barbara

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  6. Welcome back to the blog-o-sphere!

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  7. Michelle -- I see you have been busy in small town. I have some catching up to do -- thanks -- barbara

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  8. Congratulation with you new hood! It looks suspiciously like the one I bought in June, but that one has not got a name :-)

    Good luck with the posts ahead!

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    1. RuneE -- AHH one must have a cool name. I take it that your's is a Dell. Mine is a Dell Vostro -- home use edition. This is my third Dell in my computer life which started many years ago. I do like the brand. Thanks for sending good wishes my way -- barbara

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  9. Glad you're up and running!!!! I've been semi-MIA because Obama is keeping me busy and will continue to until November.

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    1. Kay -- wonderful that you are working on the campaign! I bet you are very busy with that. I try to keep up with it all by watching the news on my "hood" - barbara

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  10. Hattie -- I follow your political reports on your blog. Always interesting. It is goood to be back -- thank barbara

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  11. Hey, girlfriend, good to have you back. I'm up in the north country where internet connection is sporadic. You and your hood have a good time now. I've missed you.

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    1. Nature Weaver -- I certainly am attached to my computer. I had withdrawal systems when it crashed. I missed the fun of opening up the hood on my laptop and saying hello to everyone -- even though it was not in person. thanks for the nice comment -- barbara

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    2. Nature Weaver -- Oh, and by the way -- hope you are having a nice time in the north country. I know there are still spots that have poor signal receptions for such things as GPS, mobile phones, and internet service. But you are doing well with getting your blog out.-- barbara

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  12. Your hoody friends love that you are settling in. I am doing a watercolor of those Chinese lanterns you pictured. It will be for my art journal . Thanks always for sharing!

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    1. Diane -- Hope you share your Chinese lanterns watercolor on your blog. Wish I had your art talent. -- thanks for the comment -- barbara

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