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Yippee
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kathy and Ricky got married again last weemade me so Happy.
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I was getting ready to give my beloved old-fashioned motorized wheel chair to the neighbor across the hall, who has a bad case of Parkinson's when I realized there's something about Mike's chair that makes my upper legs painful, so I think I'll check the cushion and order a lower size.
Meggie has gone to visit with her Dad, who is considering a stint in Germany for the next 3 years until retirement! I'm holding my breath! Calls are still taking much of my time, but slowly dwindling. And I'm hoping I will get a bit of sleep tonight.
I must also get through my mail of welcome and beautiful cards. I truly dread putting on the TV and may simply wait until after Tuesday!
I learned about Microsoft dropping the latest version of Windows 10 into every PC and that explains why mine can no longer use an "outmoded" mail system! Good luck all! And good night! Buzz
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Buzz
Thank you so much for sharing about Mike. I loved the picture and especially enjoyed your telling us about every thing that has happened. All of this has made me appreciate all of you as part of my extended family.
Hugs to all,
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I realized that I haven't posted any pictures of our trip to Banff. We had such a good time. It was a relaxing enjoyable week away. We saw lots of gorgeous scenery and relaxed. We went out for supper a couple of nights but mostly ate at the time share. I was organized enough to get a semi idea of what we wanted to eat and to bring things with us.
Here is a picture I took one day.
Have a great day,
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Beautiful Jeri. Your pictures make me want to get out the easel and brushes.
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Jacean2016 wrote: »Beautiful Jeri. Your pictures make me want to get out the easel and brushes.
Anne.
I wish I could paint, the photos are lively but I found the last photo to be just astounding.
The trip sounds lovely Jeri.
Lin
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Overnight two police officers were ambushed and killed in separate incidents in our metro area. Shocking news. No suspects in custody.
One shooting is near a high school and the senior center I attend. Schools are closed, streets are shutdown, and there is a lot of turmoil. I am certain there will be no activities at the center and now I wonder if the library will be open? The second shooting was near where I was playing Mah Jongg yesterday. Such a sad world.
I still have a couple of things I plan to do today. One is an annual appreciation sale at a lovely shop that honestly I only visit a couple of times a year. The other is discount day at the grocery store with a swing by the pharmacy to pick up my Rx refill.
Stay safe. Hugs.
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You CAN paint LIN. Just draw the outlines of the mountains and lake, and then fill in with the crayons you use for your colouring pictures. You will probably get a "Group of Seven" effect or maybe a native Indian effect. Think totem poles etc. It's easier than you think.
I read the news about the police officers on the BBC news and immediately thought of you LIN. Please stay safe, although police men appear to be the targets these days. So sad. The world, (ie Jeri's photos) is so beautiful, and yet spoilt by such cruel people.
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Our morning walk began in thick fog and a chill wind but within 15 minutes the sun had burned off most on the top moors and we ended up having a beautiful stroll. The valleys around the moor were covered in mist which made it look as if we were surrounded by small lakes. On the way home I stopped off at the local farm supplies shop for chicken pellets, detoured to my solicitor's office to drop off a letter telling him I'm not happy with his service and then to the car wash before this afternoon's MOT. While that's being done I'll walk George round to my friend and her Scruff for a coffee and to see the results of her hard work in the garden. Yoga last night was exhausting, especially after 5 minutes on my back with legs straight up into the air doing a variety of moves, including cycling!! Before I went to bed I took some pain killers but have to say today everything feels fine so I do think this is a good way forward for my weak limbs.
Jeri ~ Beautiful scenery... you must wonder where to point your camera next, so spoiled for choice!
Buzz ~ Whatever happens now with the US elections it's beyond your control so best not put yourself anywhere near a tv news station and have to listen to the sniping and hate.... what will be will be! When it came to our EU referendum I did everything possible to avoid listening to politicians and their lies! Microsoft has done its best to get me on to Windows 10 by not offering any more updates on Windows 8 but I'm still holding out, on principle more than anything! Do make sure you get as much rest as you can.
Lin ~ No chance today to catch up with news so I'm very sorry to learn from you of more attacks on your police officers. Do be safe wherever you go and maybe don't go too far until you know what it's supposed to be all about. How annoying to find one piece missing from a jigsaw.... I'd be cross!
Anne ~ Good morning! Are you sunny and warm today or back in the grip of Winter? I've felt a change in our temperature in the last hour and we've been warned Arctic blasts are on the way!
Time for some veggie soup, then off to the garage, fingers crossed nothing to be done with the car.
Enjoy your day everyone; sorry I missed so many of you.
Jackie
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Lin - Sorry about the tooth. Nice idea, though, to be picky about who you trust to do the extraction. Hope the tooth doesn’t bother you too much while you’re waiting for your appointment. It’s sad that we live in a time when shooting police officers can be glorified by some people. We should honor those who risk their lives daily to keep us safe. Please take care of yourself and stay out of harms way!
Buzz - Thinking of you and happy to hear that so many other people are too. It’s so nice that you will be able to help someone else with Mike chair. Good luck with the new “Windows”.
Marie - Hope your new doctor works out well for you. I think it’s sometimes a good thing to get a fresh perspective on things. Please let us know how your Monday appointment goes with him.
Lin - Seriously cute puzzle!
Jeri - Love, love, love your pictures. Absolutely wishing I was there!
Anne - Sometimes I’m a bit envious of my sons artistic abilities. The eldest son, James, (24 year old) has been trading math tutoring for drawing lessons with a friend. His friend is a wonderful artist but apparently isn’t so good with basic college math. James, who is absolutely gifted with a head for math, had been wanting to learn more about better artistic techniques but had no money for classes. It works!
Jackie - Sounds like a beautiful, busy morning with time for friends. No better way to start a day!
Yesterday, we met with an estate planner. Wow, who knew there were so many things to think about! Anyway, this week the hubby is back at work and we still have painting to do on the deck. We hired someone yesterday to clean gutters, pressure wash the entire house, paint soffits and gutters and the back part of the house (the front and sides are stucco). He is scheduled to start the work on Monday. Today is a home office day. Fun times.
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Up early as I had an awful attack of something or other on my left ankle, foot and toes and was unable to sleep. I found some Hot/Cold green stuff I rubbed all over toes right up to the ankle, took 2 Aleve and started to fold Mike's shirts, sweaters and PJ's I had washed, and I will slowly start getting through all his stuff. People want to know if I'm giving away his sweaters....ut, of course! Did I previously mention most of the men wore wild sweaters to the Celebration of his Life? And what a celebration! It's on the tip of everyone's tongue here!
LIN, I know it's makes no sense to tell you to be careful, because you will be, and I agree with you that this place has become ugly, with divisive groups, and hate-mongers appearing to appeal to so many unhappy people! Where did the dream disappear? Was it really different years ago, or is it the instant news 24/7? I really don't want to see or hear it now, but be aware of where you are and keep alert!
JERI, you are a true artist! Your composition, proportion and keen observation are just magnificent! Were you ever a professional photographer?
JACKIE, and LIN, too; you must know I can never get enough of Jacquie Lawson, and thank you for filling my hunger! Just lovely, especially at 2 A.M.!!!
I agree with the assessment of the new download from Microsoft! I already had Windows 10, and had almost set it up exactly for my needs and now I must learn it all over again.my email just sits for days (some for months!) in that OUTBOX instead of being sent! GRRrrrrrrr!
I'll finally get breakfast before noon, and must start my packing. I just hope someone will enjoy the clothes, some of which still have original tags on them! His belts have about 6 or seven hole marks where he kept taking them smaller and smaller as his weight reduced. Ah well, time to move on. MARIE, SHIRLEY , ANNE< and everyone who was here today, have a lovely day, and just enjoy life! Buzz 0 -
Buzz so glad we are all sticking together. I love my familly here. you are all the best. I may not be as active as I once wss But I am so thankful I am still here and have my . i will coontinue to have my good days and bad days.My nurse came by this morning After i ad a real bad low blood ssugar real early this mornin and my home nurse caught me in bed sound asleep.
But had breakfast of oatmeal.and my coffee feeling great now.I gave phoebe my cell number so she can call me if necessary.
I almost lost my old big jeans at walmart the other day. Fell below my underwear... I just grab them and pull em back up .. i think i need to shop in my closet or order me some new jeans But
i love em old comfort and raged pants But think its time for retirement
i am thru rambling on for awhile
Love all my friends
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CUBS WIN! Happy Tuesday!
Got to Robby's at 10:30 and he is napping since 12:40. Not sure what time his mom is coming home, but he is easy to be with. I am not going to bingo tonight, I just can't miss the last game of the World Series! Go Cubs! I Believe!
Marie, you were so calm in telling your story about your pants in Walmart. I have to admit it brought a smile to my face? I think I would have died from embarrassment, but you were cool! I think it is time for some new pants! That is a good thing!
Buzz, I am sure it is hard packing all of Mike's things, if necessary crying is good for the soul! Mike certainly will be missed and although you seem ready to handle it, don't worry if you can't for a while.
Lin, I couldn't find the missing piece from the puzzle but as usual I am so impressed with the speed you put these puzzles together. Mine is still on my dining table, getting done a little at a time. If I weren't such a TV addict, I could probably do more.
I am on my IPad so one finger typing. Please forgive me for not responding to all!
Have a great day, it is very wet here!
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I did my part last night. I only watched a couple of minutes of the baseball game at a time. If I watched longer, bad things happened.
I did read "Curious Minds" by Janet Evanovich and Phoef Sutton. And I colored and colored. It was a very trying day so I used up a couple of glitter gel pens.
I do plan to go to the library today. And back home for the Thursday webinar.
Marie, I likely would not have been so calm.
Buzz, I am sure you are taking things at your own pace. I will admit to keeping one of my dad's multitude of sweaters. It will go someday. I remember that my grandmother wore one of my grandfather's sweaters often. She wore it until it fell apart. Frugal? I think it was more that it was his but she never said why.
Phoebe, are you still using the Quell? I am still thinking of trying it. Just thinking.
Jackie, I hope you have the chicken door working properly now.
Marcella, much accomplished during your hubby's days off. Financial issues are very complicated even for a single person. Married with children must be overwhelming.
Anne, how's our dear bean? Adapting to the sweater?
Shirley, I hope you are well. I was thinking of you and your DH and all the time you spend on preparing your boat for the sailing season and for winter. A friend just went through winterizing their little pull behind the car camping trailer, finding a facility where they could store it, driving it out there (no place close so it was a drive!), got it situated in the facility, last touches and drove home. Probably simple compared to what you do for your boat.
Well, time to zip along. I don't think I have the ability to paint anything it here was my anxiety relief from last night.
Hugs.
Lin
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CUBS WIN! Happy Thursday! It was a long nail biting game but the Cubs finally won the World Series after 108 years!! It was so exciting to watch and see that part of history!! Now I can get back to my recorded shows that I have been missing. lol
Lin, I wish you would come over and finish my puzzle, you are so good at doing them. I see you have something under your puzzle, I should have done that so I could use my table when needed. lol Thank you for your support with the Cubs! I had my own superstition about watching them alone in my own home. My son in Portland watched the beginning and they were winning but he had to go practice for a tennis match and the Indians caught up, when he returned the Cubs started winning again so I am so glad he and I helped bring in the win. lol
Marie, we are just as happy as you are that you are part of this family. I love that we are all connected even though we haven't met in person. (I did meet Buzz) When one of us is ill or just down we can always count on each other for support. Truly a family!!
Buzz, have you considered using Outlook, Comcast or Gmail for your email? It might be easier to work with than Microsoft.
Marcella, I have no hidden talents except for being technical on the computer. If I had one wish, it would to be able to sing. I am so awful I hardly sing in Church and if I do it is very quiet. lol
Jackie, busy as always, but glad you are having some good weather. Yoga sounds like something I could use to stretch my back, it has been bothering me. I am going to look into some things at our recreation center from my village. As far as voting, I still can't imagine voting for either one of them, but I do not want my vote wasted so I have to make up my mind by Tuesday.
Anne, love your new profile picture of Jilly, but still prefer the one with the both of you.
Meeting today so not a lot of time as usual. Have a wonderful day.
Sandy
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Good morning, especially to happy SANDY. I am no longer clueless because the Cubs win was announced on our radio. Now....could you rub some of that luck on The Hull City Tigers (professional English soccer team). They sure could do with it according to my late cousins hubby. Roy literally sobs down the phone every Sunday morning, that's a lot of sobbing on his overseas phone bill! Here's me wanting to know what's going on in the old country, and I get a good half hour of how the "boys" shot the ball into their own goal net etc. "we wuz robbed" sort of thing. It's HIS phone call so I listen patiently.
Hi LIN. We've had balmy temperatures for the last three days so the Bean hasn't needed her new sweater, nor me, my bright red parka. It's the usual thing, knit like crazy all afternoon so she will be a cosy Jilly, and summer comes back. I'm not complaining. We gardened and she chased all the bugs and flies who woke up from their winter slumbers. Maybe those 2 days of freezing weather WAS winter. Meanwhile the grass is a growing and the flowers are a blooming!
Anne.
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It's evening so I'm about to light my stove because it's now cool and damp outside. Brady won't go out in the rain, possibly because he was lost on the moor in such weather before we found him, so is driving my household of pets crazy because he's bored..... also still tearing wallpaper and popping his claws into my sofa. What is it about cat's feeling the need to sharpen their weapons?? My car was returned to the garage today for 2 new tyres in order to pass the MOT and I then spent the afternoon cooking and also melting bees wax ready to pour through a sieve before making candles. Thanks for asking Lin, the chicken door is now working although I have to check at night to ensure Squeak has gone inside rather than perch on the roof! I'm sure she'll get it one day. Great news for Sandy, although baseball was never a sport I could get into watching; too much like our rounders! Anne one of my window boxes has a cascade of tiny white daisy type flowers that seem to be totally confused thinking summer has come round again. Mind you, they'l be having a shock today and things are only going downhill from now on with Arctic weather sliding down the country although Roy will feel a blast before me!! Marie you know we love you and feel family so have to thank you for setting sneakers up initially. A good job you grabbed those jeans but I'd treat myself to new although keep the old ones for pottering at home. Dear Buzz, a rotten task to have to be going through and Sandy's right, a few tears must be almost compulsory with so many memories floating out of those drawers. Take it steady.
I know I'm missing lots of you but must get on with lighting the stove before the cottage becomes cold.
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Well I just heard from the Toronto weatherman, Anthony Farnell, that we are going to have an old fashioned winter. Yes.. with lots of snow so we better be ready. How comforting Anthony!
I had 4 wonderful days with my grandson Isaac and now home again. He calls both me and the other grandma "Gogo". I guess it could be worse but I think its cute, he was looking for Gogo this morning.
Lin Love the puzzle and the drawing, you are very talented and the Halloween puzzle was really cute and I couldn't find the missing piece. As far as the issue of the police being shot, its awful but unfortunately its happening everywhere, be safe.
Jeri Beautiful Banff in all its wonders. You captured it perfectly.
Phoebe Isaac and mom slept in because Isaace decided to not sleep between 3 and 6 am so his mom was exhausted. For some reason he isn't sleeping like when he was a baby. I told her to stop the morning nap and stretch his morning out and then give him lunch and then a nap.
Marie Good luck with the new doctor and hope you get the results you want.
Buzz That has to be the hardest thing getting rid of Mike's clothes. Shedding some tears is good for the soul as I am sure you did.
Anne Yes...it has been a warm few days but I think the cold is on its way, be prepared.
Sandy Go Cubs! I watched some of the game but then to bed I went. Congrats on the win!
Today was lunch with my sister and shopping. We had pouring rain today but it cleared before she came and it made for nice shopping weather.
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Hi All--
I've been away for quite awhile, but I'm trying to get back on track. Started logging food on MFP and bought an online program to help me get back into strength training. I'm also trying to walk 6 days/week. So far I'm at about 40% I guess.
Not sure how often I'll be checking in, but I wanted to know that I'm still around and I haven't forgotten you. I've been able to keep track of Lin, Marie and Phoebe on Facebook. Thanks, ladies for friending me.3 -
Driving up to the camper tomorrow (Friday) for the day to check on things and to get my hair cut and colored. Will need to get up much earlier than usual to arrive in time for the hair appointment. Probably should have gone to sleep earlier tonight.
Wishing everyone a wonderful Friday.
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MARIE, dear, sounds to me as if you are slim and lovely and your sugar is having problems being regulated! The low sugar is dangerous, so make certain you always have a "sugar-fix" on or near you! I'm so glad you have a visiting nurse! Stay well, li'l Sis!
SANDY, I don't usually follow sport teams, but I was so thrilled for you when I learned the Cubs won ! Hope the same thing happened tonight. I can't stand turning on the TV lately...Oh, I just saw your newest post! CONGRATS!!! 108 years and never gave up hope!!!
And by the way, I have Comcast, Gmail and Thunderbird as well as using WindowsLiveMail! Cannot export my email on any of them. As soon as I have an hour to spare, I'll call Dell! They are great support.
ANNE...Huh? Flowers blooming now? Crazy weather!
JACKIE, I always smile when I read your posts on your 2 and 4-legged brood! They have such personalities!
Dear Gogo SHIRLEY, how adorable. So nice that your sister lives close. I'm adjusting to the idea I may never see mine again; she's in Colorado and I'm in Florida, and neither of us flies any more! Sad.
Welcome back KAREN. My memory is not what it used to e, so can you fill me in on where, when, etc? Thanks.
MARCELLA. THat makes 2 of us. Why do I get to my computer so late all the time? I'm certain you'll get there on time!
Attended the first of my meetings of the Grieving Group and have to decide whether to keep going. Perhaps it's too soon. Invited our chaplain back to my place, since the meeting was just down the corridor, and i asked if he would like to choose some or all of Mike's ties, as his salary is not huge and they have 4 grown kids, 4 grandkids, ailing Moms and Dads on both sides, and help out everybody all the time! He said he's never owned ties of that quality and was thrilled to have them, especially since they belonged to Mike. Those 2 were quite close. I will not tell a soul here, since there is a no gift, no tipping policy that can be quite rigid! However, Mike has not worn a tie since we moved here, and the chaplain must wear them at work, and I will be thrilled to see them used again! I'm thinking what a bright and understanding couple they are, and they come from Georgia, and his brand of character and observations often remind me of PHOEBE, so...hats off to Georgia! (Also, don't you all love Sweet Georgia Brown?)
It's feeling nice to be back in the regular dining room again, with all my friends. Catching up with all I've missed for the past 4 months. Perhaps I will grab hold of my time and try to ge back to exercise again, even though my OA has become much worse! I no longer even know which days are gout and which days are Arthritis!
Maybe I'll get to bed before 1:30 tonight (morning?) which will be a miracle! Buzz
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Hello dear friends, off to meet a friend for coffee. Haven't seen her for a while and she and her hubby are in the midst of a big remodel project in their home and I haven't heard much about it. And she's starting a new job soon. I suspect I have a lot of listening and nodding in store!!
Tonight I am going to a Rend Collective concert at a church near here and am looking forward to that.
Now back tracking a bit.
Shirley, another beyond adorable picture of Isaac and family.
Karen, wahoo! You're baaaaaak!!!!!! Wonderful. I never hear enough from you on Facebook. Hope to see you more often.
Marcella, I hope you have a lovely trip to the camper and that you aren't too tired. I never seem to even out my needs for rest and needs to keep moving. Travel safely.
Jackie, I was reading your post and kept saying, light the fire, light the fire!!!! Did you hear me? Don't want you to be chilled. Well yeah on the chicken door working but boo that you have to check on Squeak!! Hey Squeak, go indoors!!
Buzz, I am happy to hear you are back to your regular dining room and back with your friends. That is wonderful. Happy to hear several of Mike's ties have gone to a special person. I hope you are able to get more rest now. I have to tell you I am so jealous of one of my friends, she just got a new iPhone 7 AND she is in her son's plan. Everything and I mean everything was taken care of for her, all the set up, data and photo transfers etc. Between her son and Verizon she is all set. She didn't have to do anything except listen to her son describe the new features. Doesn't that sound like heaven??
Well, I best blast off. Hugs to everyone...
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What a morning! No hair appointment for me after all.
I left home this morning and immediately noticed the truck was pulling to the right. So, I stopped to check the tires and noticed my front tire was going flat. Fortunately, I was still close enough to home to drive back. My husband inflated the tire and told me where he had purchased the tires. I arrived at that location only to find out we were not in the system. BUT, my husband was 100% certain that was where he bought the tires and that he remembered it was on a Sunday so it HAD to be that store. Well..... he was 100% wrong. So...the people at that tire place re-inflated my tire again so that I could drive to the correct tire store. The tire is being replace and my truck will be ready later today. (And...it turns out the tires were originally purchased on a Tuesday, not a Sunday. Go figure!)
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Buzz do not get rid of Any of Mike EQUIPMENT. I sill hAVE LL ALL MINE EVEN THO CI CAN NOT USED THEM IN THE SMALL HOUSE. WO KNOW MAYBE SOME DAY i MIGHT. OR A MEMBER CAN. OF MY FAMILY LOVE YOU dEAR.1
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tHANK YOU ALL FO BEING SO SWEET TOO ME LOVE YOU ALL.
mARIE1
