No Words Required

Another really good giggle from Meredith's Jack,…

 

‘IRONY' explained in pictures…

Perfect definitions!  

Great Norwegian Salesman

Here’s an oldie but goodie to kick off the week from Meredith's Jack,. 
 

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Ole, the smoothest-talking Norske in the Minnesota National Guard, and a natural born salesman, got called up to active duty.

Ole's first assignment was in a military induction center. Because he was a good talker, they assigned him the duty of advising new recruits about government benefits, especially the GI life insurance, to which they were entitled.


The officer in charge soon noticed that Ole was getting a 99% sign-up rate for the more expensive supplemental form of GI insurance. This was remarkable, because it cost these low-income recruits $30 per month for the higher coverage, compared to what the government was already providing at no charge.

The officer decided he'd sit in the back of the room at the next briefing and observe Ole's sales pitch.


Ole stood up before the latest group of inductees and said…"If you haf da normal GI insurans an' yoo go to Afghanistan an' get yourself killed, da governmen' pays yer beneficiary $20,000. If yoo take out da supplemental insurans, vich cost you only t'irty dollars a mont, den da governmen' got ta pay yer beneficiary $200,000!”


“Now,” Ole concluded…
"Vich bunch you tink dey gonna send ta Afghanistan First?”

10 Positive Thoughts From Bob Marley

 

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Bob Marley inspired the lives of millions through his inspirational words and positive songs. His presence can still be felt today, 33 years after his passing. His work and passion continue to motivate and encourage people around the world. Here are some of his most powerful words to live by.

1. "The greatness of a man is not in how much wealth he acquires, but in his integrity and his ability to affect those around him positively"

2. "Some people feel the rain. Others just get wet"

3. "Don't gain the world and lose your soul, wisdom is better than silver or gold"

4. "Love the life you live. Live the life you love."

5. "Beginnings are usually scary, and endings are usually sad, but its everything in between that makes it all worth living."

6. "Live for yourself and you will live in vain; Live for others, and you will live again."

7. "Don't worry about a thing 'cause every little thing gonna be alright"

8. "If she's amazing, she won't be easy. If she's easy, she won't be amazing. If she's worth it, you wont give up. If you give up, you're not worthy."

9. "You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have"

10. "The truth is everyone is going to hurt you. You just got to find the ones worth suffering for."

Even after his death Bob Marley lives on through his messages to the world. He believed in equality, love and music and we can all takes these beliefs into our own lives. The next time you're having a bad day or simply need some motivation, remember these quotes. Share with someone you know to send positive vibes their way.

Courtesy of Shareable.World

Not Your Ordinary Trivia

 

 

No, didn’t fact check any of these…received them in an email and thought they were fun bits of trivia.

Daisy’s Turn for Answers

How long have you been doing ttwd? And could you imagine life without it?
 
Hmmm…Altogether, it’s been almost 22 years. My ex and I were together for a bit over 18 years and Matthew and I were together for a bit over 3 years.
 
As I told Roz in my answer to her questions…From all my relationship experiences, I’ve learned that I would just would not be happy or truly fullfilled in a vanilla relationship. 

So my answer, not only could I not imagine life without it, there is no way I will enter into a serious relationship unless it incorporates TTWD.  

Thanks for asking, hope this answers your questions, Daisy.

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Now please enjoy the giggles for today. 



Have now answered all the questions I received. 

You are always welcome to ask me anything you want…doesn’t matter if you’ve already asked a question. or that it’s not the month March.  You can either post them in the comments, enter them in the contact form in the sidebar or email them.

Next Up…Answers for Baker…

I have a few questions, now that I think about it. Matthew came from a traditional marriage background where others within the family participated in the same lifestyle. How was that different for you knowing others within the family were spanked too? Did it help you to bond easily to his family or was it harder?

 
DD  was something that just was part of my marriage…never really discussed…just was.  This was before the internet was readily available and I had no clue as to what DD was.


It was actually really nice for me to meet Matthew’’s family and realize that had the same type of relationships as I was used to.  I still had no clue as to what DD was and Matthew just referred to it as ‘Traditional Marriage’ when explaining what he expected.


It was never really discussed  with any of the wives but you could tell when someone came to visit, who had been spanked by how easily they sat. LOL  I’m sure there was discussion among some of them and probably would have been with me if I had been able to marry Matthew.


So when I walked in with a sore tush and sat down easily, there was never any comment or question so didn’t have to make any type of excuse. 

 

Yes...rolling my eyes was a barn burner offense when I couldn't convince Matthew I was not rolling my eyes but praying for patience.

Ronnie’s turn for Answers…

How do you prefer to be spanked?
Did you have a childhood ambition? Did you achieve it?

I always preferred the closeness of OTK but can’t have my head upside down due to inner ear and sinus issues.  So ex started holding me over his lap with my upper body laying across the bed which still allowed me the closeness of being held.

When I told Matthew I couldn’t be upside down, he preferred to lean back against the headboard and have me lay across his lap…he did like his comfort. Actually allowed me the closesness.

Either way, I was able to hang onto a pillow, which when the children were home was many times necessary to muffle the sound.

Don’t know if you would call it an ambition, but I did have a dream of being an artist…wanted to go to art school but parents didn’t believe that was a wise decision for a future.  For many reasons, I actually ended up putting my paints and brushes up for years.  Got back into it about 10 years ago but sure don’t make a living at it.

Hope that answers your questions, Ronnie.   Still have to answer Baker’s questions and hope to do that sometime this week..

Just a reminder...even though March is over, I am always open to questions anytime...so if anyone has a question...ask away.

Continuing with Answers…Jan, You’re Up…

In your spanking relationships, who made the first move to introduce ttwd to your lives. Did you have a favourite implement or one you hated? 
 
Thanks for your question,s, Jan..  Both my ex and Matthew painfully “introduced” ttwd in our relationships.  Not really any discussion other than me asking Matthew if I had “spank me” written across my forehead..


Hmmm…implements

Wood is no good,
Leather is better,
Feathers are best!
Oh and Lexan is not allowed!   

Hope that answers your questions, Jan.   Will have answers for the rest of y'all sometime this week.. 

Just a reminder...even though March is over, I am always open to questions anytime...so if anyone has a question...ask away. 
 

And we have an Answer for Roz…

Hi Cat, what do you think you have gained the most from your ttwd relationships and would you enter a vanilla relationship now?
 
Thanks for your questions, Roz. It’s funny…I gained different things from each relationship I’ve ever been in but since the last 3 have taken up a good portion of my life, I’ll focus on them.
 
From my ex, I gained a confidence in knowing someone had my back and would always protect and care for me. But due to his shenanigans, I lost all confidence in myself as a woman and lost all faith in our relationship.  It’s funny but even after everything that has gone down, I know that if I need him, he’ll be here.
 
I entered a vanilla relationship after the ex and thought we were building something…started gaining my confidence back.  Long story short…he blew it all to hell.
 
Then comes Matthew…with his help, I gained my confidence back and learned to trust again. Learned to like and believe in myself again.
 
From all my relationships, I’ve learned how important communication is to the success of the relationship.  They’ve also taught me to be super honest with myself as to who I am, my faults, likes/dislikes, wants/needs, etc.  How can I be honest with them if I’m not honest with myself.
 
From all my experiences, I’ve learned that I would not be happy in a vanilla relationship so there is no way I will enter into a serious relationship unless it incorporates TTWD.
 
Hope that answers your questions, Roz.   Will have answers for the rest of y'all sometime this week.. 

Even though March is over, I am open to questions anytime so if anyone has a question...ask away. 
 

5 Ways to Make Love to Your Partner…

…Without Having Sex



Making love is the ultimate form of expression in a relationship. There are ways to make love without having sexual intercourse while sharing emotional intimacy. Stimulating the mind can be just as much of an aphrodisiac as the act of sex itself. In relationships we require connections on many levels.

 
Here Are 5 Ways You Can Make Love To Your Partner Without Having Sex:
 

1. BUILD A STRONG FRIENDSHIP.
Good relationships don’t just happen over night. They require mutual love, trust and respect. Creating a strong foundation as friends, who share everything, will enhance sexual pleasures at a later time in your union. The act of allowing and acceptance is a beautiful bond in human sexuality. Feeling safe is foreplay. When you know your partner has your back and your best intentions you feel happy.
This leads to the release of the love hormone called oxytocin. Oxytocin creates a sense of happiness and well-being. This hormone is associated with empathy and trust, therefore releasing even more feelings of love and security in a relationship. Friends don’t require sex. They require acknowledgment, understanding and mutual admiration. You cultivate love through the depth of a strong friendship.
 


2. CONNECT THROUGH FOOD.
There is something arousing when someone you love cooks for you. To have a meal prepared with love is a true turn on. Women love men who cook. And it is said that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. Even if you cannot cook, just picking out a meal at a restaurant and enjoying the moment together is enough to feel good. Food connects us through cultures, heritage, and social events. We need it for health and fueling our bodies.

Try taking a cooking class together. Make dessert for one another. Turn off all phones, get a glass of wine and enjoy the culinary arts. The simple act of feeding is stimulating and arousing. “Food is symbolic to love when words are inadequate.” ~ Dr. Alan D. Wolfelt
 


3. FIND HOBBIES AND ACTIVITIES TO DO TOGETHER.
Share a bucket list of things you want to do with each other. Finding ways to interact outside of the bedroom is romantic. You can hike in the rain, chase a sunset, or take an art class in town. Make time to do the things that you like to do alone and share them with your partner. Teach each other new things. Read to one another. Have playtime and a picnic in the park. Go to a baseball game. Go roller skating and return to places that you enjoyed in your youth.

Being silly and laughing with each other is precious. Sharing these parts of yourself enhances your emotional connection. Exercising together can be sexy. You are interacting in a physical level that also mimics the actions of sex. Your union will be stronger because you are sharing what you love.
 


4. BE VULNERABLE AND OPEN UP ABOUT YOUR DREAMS AND FEARS.
Research professor for the University of Houston, Dr. Brene Brown, has dedicated the past thirteen years to researching vulnerability, courage and shame. She has found that,“Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy—the experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.” Being able to mentally bond is a huge release to our emotional and physical bodies. Ask questions about the past and present.

Get to know each other by breaking down the barriers of embarrassment and shame. Be courageous with one another about those things that scare you. To fully give of yourself to another requires the expansion of vulnerability. It forces you to put down your walls and give all of yourself.
 


5. BE AFFECTIONATE.
Cuddling, kissing, snuggling and hugging are all forms of physical connections that are needed in relationships. There are also ways of mentally stimulating your partner with a love letter, a handmade note, or just a post-it note on a mirror. Sending a sweet playful text during the day creates a feeling of sentimental devotion.


There are ways to be physical without having intercourse. A back massage, a nice foot rub, or even the stroking of your partner’s arm while watching television is enough to send those hormones into the love canal. We feel loved when we are touched. We feel wanted when we receive kind words of encouragement from a partner. Affection is a point of contact that enhances emotional, spiritual and physical relief.


There is a difference between sex and making love. We have sex to satisfy the physical needs while making love satisfies the soul and emotional desires. Making love without sex removes the carnal need to survive because sex satisfies a lustful hunger of emptiness in us. Taking care of your partner requires a deeper connection. We nurture and grow through these unions while allowing love to be the vehicle that takes us there.

Courtesy of Power of Positivity