tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post6815893164841584023..comments2023-10-23T08:22:30.923-07:00Comments on Sharon Donovan, Author: Countdown to Christmas with Sharon DonovanSharon Donovanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14648684299903722373noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-51851104378849976502009-12-20T06:18:58.874-08:002009-12-20T06:18:58.874-08:00Jane, you said it! This story evokes so many feeli...Jane, you said it! This story evokes so many feelings in me--from the wildly trendy costume jewelry of the 70-80s--to the portrayal of how easily greed seeps into our blood. Never a snake lover, scared to death of them, but I do admit to being drawn in by the slinky necklaces that were all the rage. But that venomous bite put an end to that. Shivers is right. Wonder what ever happened to the necklace with such a history?Sharon Donovanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14648684299903722373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-74430048025997318232009-12-20T02:41:18.077-08:002009-12-20T02:41:18.077-08:00Ouch! What a story! And yes, it does have quite ...Ouch! What a story! And yes, it does have quite sinister undertones too....puts me in mind of a Saki-type of story, you know. Creepy! Poor old snakes have had a bad press over the years, haven't they? But the symbolism, yes - I couldn't wear snake jewellery just because of the association, and I do remember those collars and bangles being very popular, with their gleaming, beady eyes...shudder!<br />Quite a story on lots and lots of different levels. One to remember, for sure!<br /><br />Jane xJane Richardsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07633011977001159724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-10685023737172456732009-12-18T23:16:28.385-08:002009-12-18T23:16:28.385-08:00I would like to thank all for dropping by today an...I would like to thank all for dropping by today and for your great comments. They say every picture tells a story. Well, I suppose every story teaches a lesson, too. Until next time, may the luck of the Irish be with you as you travel through life.<br />Love and Blessings,<br />SharonSharon Donovanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14648684299903722373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-91499973857187072982009-12-18T23:06:44.640-08:002009-12-18T23:06:44.640-08:00This comment has been removed by the author.Sharon Donovanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14648684299903722373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-55915944561048610072009-12-18T23:03:29.267-08:002009-12-18T23:03:29.267-08:00Judy, hi! I don't want to give a bad name of a...Judy, hi! I don't want to give a bad name of all the house parties, just par for the course, Murphy's Law, the one I hosted. LOL For the most part, I suppose, they were a big hit considering their extensive reign. Look at the Tupperwear parties. Just like everywhere in this world, there is one bad apple in every bunch. She was just unfortunately in my pickings.Sharon Donovanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14648684299903722373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-9547465092629438592009-12-18T23:00:21.120-08:002009-12-18T23:00:21.120-08:00Mary! You know, as long as that thing was in my po...Mary! You know, as long as that thing was in my possession, it would be a thorn in my side, literally. Or shall I say a poisonous fang in my side? But nonetheless, I considered it bad karma, a symbol of bad luck, bad omen, evil eye and all of the above. I wanted it OUT of my house and home. And I never regretted it for a NY second.Sharon Donovanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14648684299903722373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-44282569619030854142009-12-18T15:26:03.860-08:002009-12-18T15:26:03.860-08:00A very sobering story. I never got into the house ...A very sobering story. I never got into the house parties for different things. I have went to a few, mainly out of respect for the person,but now I am glad I didn't.Judyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02625886775965231468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-25327501485712599462009-12-18T13:12:55.331-08:002009-12-18T13:12:55.331-08:00You did nothing to feel bad about Sharon, someone ...You did nothing to feel bad about Sharon, someone else's sin is not yours by association you know. <br />If you felt better to donate it as a gift, that's just cause you are a good and generous person. <br />I hope the thing that represented your grief, makes up by pleasing someone else. <br />You rock Sharon.Mary Ricksenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12676306822821614446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-8216803146065136672009-12-18T09:41:41.059-08:002009-12-18T09:41:41.059-08:00Would I lie to you Julie? Grin.Would I lie to you Julie? Grin.Sharon Donovanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14648684299903722373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-23240662363948148042009-12-18T09:31:33.194-08:002009-12-18T09:31:33.194-08:00That is too cool, Sharon! A music box like that, ...That is too cool, Sharon! A music box like that, huh?! I love music boxes and still have mine from childhood.<br />You got me curious, so I had to google it. There is indeed a painting of the Madonna and the Serpent---by Michelangelo, no less!!<br />Thanks,<br />JulieJulie Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10242380140265459688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-53522732251578229822009-12-18T09:20:21.815-08:002009-12-18T09:20:21.815-08:00Julie! Now you've gone and given me the wee wi...Julie! Now you've gone and given me the wee willies! Geez...all those myths associated with the snake. And come to think of it, I do remember the serpent being crushed by the foot of the Madonna. I am pretty sure my grandmother had a music box of the Blessed Mother and she was indeed crushing a snake with her foot. Ohhh...hadn't thought of that in many moons.<br />But anyway, have a wonderful visit and Merry Christmas and I'll chat with you soon.Sharon Donovanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14648684299903722373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-36325851049699954432009-12-18T09:13:23.013-08:002009-12-18T09:13:23.013-08:00Hey, Candace! Thanks for coming by and leaving a c...Hey, Candace! Thanks for coming by and leaving a comment. Sitting here chuckling. You know, as long as the e reader doesn't have snake eyes carved into the side for a design or fangs that will bite you, go for it girl! You know what I say? We might not always get what we want, but we get what we need. And you need an E-reader, right? Hope your dreams come true this Christmas. Merry Merry!!Sharon Donovanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14648684299903722373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-75493061075585335412009-12-18T09:07:07.582-08:002009-12-18T09:07:07.582-08:00That story was incredible. It needs to be in a no...That story was incredible. It needs to be in a novel. Like Linda, it reminds me of the Garden of Eden, though in some cultures, it represents eternal life. Personally, though, I don't think I could wear a snake necklace. I mean, even garden snakes get the end of my shovel. <br /><br />It's kind of ironic, though, how the snake's eye hypnotized you. Isn't that supposed to be how they kill their prey? At least for cobras, it's true. <br /><br />I believe that your humbled and generous placing of it under an angel at church dispelled any negativity for the next person. There is a painting with a snake being trod under an angel's foot. Or maybe it's Mary's foot. I don't remember.<br /><br />Merry Christmas, Sharon. I will be leaving for a week to visit family.<br />JulieJulie Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10242380140265459688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-29758611272447819472009-12-18T08:52:24.100-08:002009-12-18T08:52:24.100-08:00That's a great story, Sharon. I am so glad you...That's a great story, Sharon. I am so glad you opted to give away the object of your dreams. That was the right thing to do, no matter how hard it might have been. <br /><br />I've been wanting an ebook reader for 2 Christmases now and I'm afraid I'll never get it. Maybe that's my lesson to learn...<br /><br />On second thought, no, it isn't! I want an ebook reader, dammit!Candace Morehousehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05588693140779274075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-75275952361042336772009-12-18T05:36:16.701-08:002009-12-18T05:36:16.701-08:00Good morning, Linda. Good comparison and one I now...Good morning, Linda. Good comparison and one I now associate. Those snake necklaces with the beguiling jewel eyes were quite the rage in the 70 and 80s, and I was true to form, a real trend seeker. LOL But you know now, just the thought of a snake necklace makes me shiver. Oliver sends his love.Sharon Donovanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14648684299903722373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-20481614660813947022009-12-18T05:24:05.706-08:002009-12-18T05:24:05.706-08:00Wonderful story, Sharon. Good lesson for all of u...Wonderful story, Sharon. Good lesson for all of us. Snakes. Eeeee. Not for me. No good comes of snakes. This story reminds me of the Garden of Eden and our gender's downfall.Say good morning to Oliver for me.Linda Swifthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00749255692298669394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-72464019498599962902009-12-18T05:15:55.873-08:002009-12-18T05:15:55.873-08:00Good morning Kathleen. Yes, you might say it indee...Good morning Kathleen. Yes, you might say it indeed lost its luster and appeal. I can only hope it brought joy to someone else who had no idea of its ugly history. Merry Christmas!Sharon Donovanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14648684299903722373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5151203768395758839.post-59790209868523146442009-12-18T04:06:55.650-08:002009-12-18T04:06:55.650-08:00Good morning Sharon. What a story! I can see why...Good morning Sharon. What a story! I can see why you wouldn't want to keep that necklace.Kathleenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02717490474470183601noreply@blogger.com