Friday at Last!

Hi, all. I can't believe it is Friday again and I haven't posted anything all week! I've really been spending alot of time over on MySpace trying to round up a bunch of friends! I have invited alot of my ecrater friends and most have responded, but I have seen some MS users with THOUSANDS of friends. That's what I want. Just kidding.
Here's the link to MySpace Profile. Have a look. I have added some really great music and photos. BooKooGuru MySpace Profile.

I have added alot of new products to the ecrater store.

Here are some links for some of them. Please let us know what you think. We always love to hear from our friends.

Click above to see the full line of Hard Rock Cafe Memorabilia. We have Adult and Childrens' Shirts, and of course the Hard Rock Pins that are becoming more rare by the day. All these items are from the NOW CLOSED Dallas, TX. Hard Rock Cafe.

Click above to see the full line of handmade blankets, or fleece throws as some call them. These are all made by me in my smoke-free studio.

Click on this link to see my beautiful candles. These will make great gifts.

Click above to see all the new Rock & Roll collectibles. WOW!! You won't believe some of the rare items James has found. I can't believe he's selling some of this stuff.

We also have some new KISS collectibles you aren't going to want to miss.

We also have some new toys and more jewelry. Come on over and see what you've been missing. Gotta go now. Talk to ya' soon. Ramona

My Space, Finally

Well, I finally did it. I created a MySpace Profile. WOW. What a chore!

BooKooGuru

Take a look and see what you think. It's still a work in progress, I guess like all who have a MS Profile know. I need more friends, so if you would like to link to me, please feel free, especially to help promote an online store.

We have added alot of new products to our store recently, with more on the way.





Here are some photos of our newest products. Come on over and have a look. We have great prices on KISS collectibles, Hard Rock Cafe memorabilia, handmade artisan jewelry, vintage Star Wars toys, and much more.

Vintage Rock & Roll Collectibles from bands such as Metallica, AC/DC, Ozzy Osbourne, and More.

Classic vintage concert tees. WOW. Guns N Roses, Really Rare!!

Hard Rock Memorabilia. Pins. T-shirts for Adults and Children.

Vintage and new Star Wars Toys. Other toys also.

Gotta go eat lunch. Talk to you soon. Hope you all have a great weekend!

Ramona

Had That Molar Pulled, Beautiful Fall Photos

Well, it's been 5 days since the tooth extraction, and I am starting to believe that I'm going to be okay. I have taken alot of pain meds, but now am down to only one a day, and my jaw has just a slight ache now. I still have at least one more tooth to be pulled and hopefully I will be okay for awhile. This whole dentist thing is really wearing me out.

I took more pictures of some of the beautiful fall trees and flowers. Hope you enjoy them.

I'll close now with a reminder to please visit our online store, BooKooGuru . We have great gift ideas including handmade Artisan Gemstone Jewelry, Hard Rock Cafe collectibles, KISS and other rock and roll memorabilia. You will surely find something for everyone on your shopping list.

We gladly ship worldwide and have several secure payment methods. Come on over, we'd love to meet you and help you with your gift-giving needs.

Ramona

BooKooGuru

Other Half Finally Speaks

Hi, all, this is James. I'm approaching 40, younger than my wife, working alot, with little time to visit. They say opposites attract, so as far as I'm concerned, you will always know who you are talking to, which is exactly opposite of "what she said".


Here we go. In my younger days I enjoyed concerts, cash, and cuties. (uninhibited free spirit) Today, things are much different. Because of Ramona, I am more grounded, focused on the goal, and prepared, more times than not, for whatever comes my way.


Evenings these days are spent at home after a hard day's work, leaving me to my own devices, computer, drums, guitar, rock & roll memorabilia collection, etc. What I am interested in is music, and those who create, play or produce it, primarily KISS. My comments in this blog will, in many cases, focus on that subject matter alone.


So let's get started talking about KISS. Just to let you know, I'm not obsessed or anything, with KISS. However, I did grow up listening to them from age 6 or so, with my older siblings and their friends. My parents would buy me and my first older brother every new KISS album, mags, models, puzzles, you get the idea. They were the only band we knew existed for the better part of about 5 years, '75-'80. Then I discovered other bands and records I was interested in collecting. Our walls were completely plastered with the posters, pictures, and inserts, all KISS. It is amazing how far-reaching this band, KISS, and their influence has become around the world. KISS is truly one of the original super groups of our generation.


My store will always have KISS related items available to you. Check back often because a rare gem could appear at any time. Add me to your favorites.
BooKooGuru - Your KISS Headquarters and More


Here is the link to a real find that is available right now at my store.

KISS Paul Stanley's Paradise, Premier Issue, Vol. 1, Winter, 2005, Fanzine

I'll write again soon. Have a great weekend. James BooKooGuru

These are some of the other items we have available in our store. Great gift ideas.

Artisan Handcrafted Jewelry

Hard Rock Cafe Pins

Vintage and Estate Collectibles

Our boxer, Gretta

Here is a photo of our boxer dog, Gretta. She is the best dog ever.

Grandchildren are GREAT!

I have heard my whole life old people saying how great having grandchildren is, but until I had some of my own, I never really knew how true it is. In my last post, I was talking about my trip to the dentist, and I finally went yesterday to have one of my molars pulled. Ouch! I was feeling pretty bad this morning, when out of the blue, I got a phone call from those precious granddaughters, Erin and Britt. It just so happens, they had a day off from school for a teacher workday, so they called Grandma. It sure makes me feel better just to get to talk to them. Their dad, (my oldest child) is in the Army, currently in Baghdad for the second time. They live in Georgia and we in Texas, so we only get to see them once a year, during their annual summer vacation to Texas. I sure miss them and would love to be close enough to see them every day, but that is not possible. If you have grandchildren that live near you, be very thankful, you are truly blessed.
I've got to go rest now, my jaw is starting to ache. I want to remind you to check out our online store for all your holiday shopping. You will surely find the perfect gift for that person on your list who is impossible.

BooKooGuru - Perfect Gift Ideas

We have KISS collectibles, Hard Rock Cafe pins, artisan handmade jewelry, and estate vintage items. Lots of rock and roll memorabilia. I'm adding more items almost daily, so add us to your favorites.

BooKooGuru

You can pay securely with credit or debit cards using Google Checkout or Paypal. See our store for more information.

BooKooGuru - Your KISS headquarters and much more !

Talk to you soon. Ramona

To the Dentist

I've been having alot of pain in my gums and jaws for over a year now since I had my very first ever molar pulled about 18 months ago. It was a very brutal event, and my gums and jaw in that area are not healed completely yet. Enough of that, though. I finally broke down and went back to the dentist yesterday, (not the one who performed the brutality), and as it turns out, I clench and grind my teeth while I sleep, and this has caused tremendous damage to all my molars. I have old fillings in most of these teeth that are very large, and apparently as I clench or grind during the night, these fillings act as wedges and have literally split my teeth. I am almost in shock at how much damage has been done. I am for sure going to be forced to have the very back teeth on both lowers pulled, and possibly more. I addition to that, he (the dentist) wants me to have some kind of mouthpiece made to keep me from grinding and it costs $500.00. I think I'll go to WM and get one of those sports mouthpieces that form fit for only $1.98.
I am telling this story to warn anyone who thinks they may grind or clench during the night, don't let it go unchecked. If I had done something about this years ago, I wouldn't be losing all these teeth now. It's really very sad. I'll just be glad to finally get something done to stop all this pain. Maybe I'll be a little bit easier to get along with. No, wait, I'm still old, right?
Well, I've really got to get to work now. Just want to remind all of you to look at all the new items in our store. BookooGuru
I've added alot of beautiful handmade jewelry that will make lovely gifts for that special person. I even have some childrens' jewelry that is cute as can be. The prices on this stuff can't be beat, compare and buy. Artisan Handmade Jewelry
There is alot of KISS collectibles that are rare and some almost impossible to find anywhere else. Check it out. KISS Collectibles
I've also added some magazines and posters that are just old rock and roll stuff. Some is almost unbelievable to be in such great condition as old as they are. Old Rock Magazines & Posters
I can't leave without mentioning again the house I have for sale in Irving, TX. This is such a bargain, so if you or anyone you know is just itching to move to the Great Lone Star State, now's your chance. We've just reduced the price! Great House in Irving, TX
I've really got to go now, talk to you soon. Ramona
BookooGuru - Your KISS headquarters and more, selling artisan Handmade Jewelry, Hard Rock Cafe Pins, and rare/vintage collectibles.

Google Checkout OK!!

Well, I'm glad to say that I finally got the Google Checkout feature on my store all fixed-up. I had some problems communicating with the folks at Google, but in the end it came down to "typing or copy & paste". Let me say that "copy & paste" works every time!
Now my customers can buy securely with a credit or debit card using either Google Checkout or Paypal. I do still accept mailed money orders, as well, but that takes longer.
I've been real busy adding new inventory to our store, and since James is working full-time now, he hasn't had a chance to write anything here in the blog. I'm hoping that he will soon, because he knows alot of very interesting facts about KISS, the band, that I know all you KISS fans would love to hear. He has done well helping me with some of the descriptions of the magazines and other items we have in our store, and I'm thankful for that. I need all that help I can get!
Be sure to take a little time to look through our store. BookooGuru, selling KISS collectibles, Handmade Artisan Jewelry, Hard Rock Cafe memorabilia, and more vintage and estate items.

I am adding new items daily, so if you don't see anything you love today, come look again tomorrow. BookooGuru

I need to sell my house in IRVING, TX. so if you know anyone who may be looking to move to Texas, give them this information. It's a great deal on a wonderful house.
Beautiful House for Sale, Irving, TX

Gotta go for now. I'll talk to you all tomorrow.

Ramona

Problems with Google Checkout

I have to admit I'm not as computer literate as I would like to be, and I am trying my best to learn something new each day. With that being said, I am almost to my wits end with trying to talk to anyone at Google regarding the issue I am having with the checkout function on my web store. BTW, if anyone wants to purchase an item from my store using a credit or debit card, you can still do that with Paypal. Please don't let the Google Checkout system not working deter you from purchasing from my store. Paypal is just as secure, and is alot more user friendly as far as I'm concerned. Google is trying its best to have its fingers in everyones pie, and they are leaving customer service in the wake.
I have alot of new items in the store, so come on over and have a look. You just may find something you can't live without.
BookooGuru - Your KISS headquarters and more. Hard Rock Cafe pins, hand made artisan jewelry, OOAK (one of a kind).

Here's another tidbit from the prayer I found in my Grandmother's birthday card. Hope it brightens your day.

Give me, amidst the confusion of my day, the calmness of the everlasting hills. Break the tension of my nerves and muscles with the soothing music of the singing streams that live in my memory.

I hope everyone has a great day.

Ramona

Another Day

Hi, all. I don't have alot of time, so I'll just say a few words. I was going through some old cards and papers yesterday afternoon, and I came across a birthday card that my dear Grandmother had sent me in 1988. It was just a few months after we had moved away from my childhood home in Deer Park, TX., to relocate to North Texas for my then husband's job. It was very sad to reread how much my grandmother missed me and my kids, who were teenagers at the time. We had always lived within a few miles of her and we saw each other almost every day. It brings tears to my eyes to remember how much love we all shared, and how far apart families grow these day.
Anyway, inside that lovely card was another paper that my grandmother had obtained, and she sent it along to me for encouragement all those years ago. It still holds words of encouragment for all of us today. I'll share some now and some in future days.
These words were said to have been spoken in a prayer by an old Southern pastor years ago. We should sure all live by them today.

"Slow me down, Lord. Ease the pounding of my heart by the quieting of my mind. Steady my hurried pace with a vision of the eternal reach of time. Amen"

My Grandmother was a very Godly woman and I just pray that I can live up to the standard she held.

More tomorrow.
Ramona

BookooGuru - Your KISS Headquarters, Artisan Crafted Jewelry, Hard Rock Cafe Pins, and much more. Come see.

This is who we are.

This blog will be maintained by two people, so you never know which one of us you may hear from as days go by. First, we are just two Texans who found each other about 16 years ago quite by accident, and we've been together ever since. I am Ramona, and am older than the other half of the team, James, and I guess love has kept us together all these years. We have both worked hard, but neither of us likes to be called an "employee", so, as far as jobs go, we don't have them. It just seems like God has always provided a way for us to continue to maintain our lifestyle, even though at times it hasn't been easy. Enough of that.

Here are some pics I took just a few days ago, here in my front yard in Texas. The weather is still very nice here, so I thought I would share.

We have just opened a new online store and we are trying to move all our customers who knew us on ebay over to our new location. http://bookooguru.ecrater.com

We were ebay users with 100% positive feedback and our usernames are bookooguru and i.found.it.4.u. So, if you knew us on ebay, come on over and checkout our new store. We have great prices and a variety of products including KISS (the band) collectibles, Hard Rock Cafe pins and memorabilia, handmade jewelry, estate jewelry, Star Wars collectable toys, and much more. http://bookooguru.ecrater.com

You can pay for your purchases securely with most major credit or debit cards with Paypal or Google Checkout. We accept mailed in payments as well.

We look forward to your business and maybe James will be writing something later. He's got alot of good information about KISS and I'm sure he'll be sharing it.

See Ya! Ramona