Senior Golden Sneakers
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(from last night, I fell asleep before posting)
Watching a rerun. Death comes to Pemberly.
Lin, yes, you are very quiet, I assume your internet service is still intermittent. I'm enjoying Margaret Cole's Wind River series. Listened to many of them but not in order. I hope to get most of her audiobooks. I've been patching my quilt. That's about all I can expect to get done.
Going to .........
Now it's Monday, don't know what I was 'going to......' lol!
Taking it easy today. Laundry, downloading audiobooks, sewing on my quilt. Time for lunch!
Hope Marie has time to post today.
Phoebe
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Happy Monday!
Laundry is done, cleaning girl is here (yipee) and Lisa stopped by with Robby after his doctor's appointment for his two year check up. Bryanna also came to see Robby so it has been a busy morning. I am going to run to Ford to ask them a question about Bryanna car. I just want to get out of Alexandra's way while she cleans so it is a good excuse.
Shirley, I forgot to tell you how cute Isaac is and how big he is getting. I just love this age with them learning all new things and talking so much.
Marie, are you home??
I will come back later, hope you are all having a great day!
Sandy
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I meant to ask PATSY if she was thinking of the ballet dancer who rode in an open car with her long scarf flying into the turning wheel and she choked to death
I know she was famous but my memory is bad!!!
Buzz
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I think you mean Isadora Duncan? BUZZ. I thought that's who PATSY was thinking of. Anne0
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Yes I am home pretty big change for me. Having to learn how to get up adown all over again. So i am pretty wore out. Alice has gone to the store ti get I v dinners for my mtals closing for now.1
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I had 40 posts to read so just skimmed through them . We are still on the water with the boat.
Last night we met John's parents, and his brother and sister from Argentina. We had a nice dinner
with them and they came back to the boat for some dessert. John's mom gave me a lovely Pashmina
made out of Lama. We entered a different port today and lounged at the pool. Now we should be
getting some dinner ready. Tomorrow we will take a bike ride.
Have a good evening.
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Oh my goodness!!!!! I WAS thinking of Isadora Duncan! But I did't remember that she chocked to death on the scarf. Your right, Anne, that was the dramatic end to that particular diva. Okay! Rethink the long scarf, Buzz. Go for a shorter version and long dangly earrings. That's my trick. I love big bling! Draws the eye away from the fat rolls and wrinkles. Now add puppy chewed shoes and snagged sweaters and ragged jeans. I was never fashionable but Katie has really brought me down on the stylish scale. John says we are looking very much like aging Oregon hippies.
I really hate driving. I am slow and nervous about kids and animals near the road. We drove the Alcan highway from Colorado to Anchorage several times. I was in what I call, controlled panic, the entire trip. The kids loved it, John was just kind of bored after awhile. I never stopped gasping at every big dip in the road...frost heaves. Adventure!
Welcome home, Marie. You will be back in charge very shortly. We missed you.
Having lunch again with that school mate that I do not remember at all. I can't believe we were such close friends. She says we were constantly on the phone together. I suspect she has me mixed up with someone else. What a strange situation. Do I say...I don't know you really? I don't remember you? I am a hair-brain silly, because you are like a complete stranger to me? All of the above?
Patsy1 -
Skip this if you all don't want to be bored.
PATSY, that happened to me, very embarrassing. I'd gone over to the uk to visit my Mom when two stout, elderly ladies wearing head scarves came up to me and said "you're Anne aren't you who buzzed off to Canada". Yes I am I thought but who the heck are you. Hadn't a clue. Turns out one of them bullied me relentlessly when we were young, but I only recognized the name, not the person. Mean of me, but: Something satisfying seeing the once slim bully as a dowdy aging woman who'd never left our village. We did have lunch together once it was all sorted out and I asked her why she and her sisters bullied me constantly when young. Bearing in mind it was wartime and none of us had much. Explanation "Your dad made you a bike out of spare parts, AND he made you toys (wooden stilts etc) whilst our dad beat up our Mom and gave us nothing." Fancy, and I thought all those years ago it was because I was an ugly duckling! Her mother named me plain little Anne and they lived next door but one which made the walk to school quite an adventure looking back, I was forever having my school beret chucked over fences, and of course our mothers in those days hadn't much sympathy, likewise teachers!
No, I wouldn't go back in time, it's wonderful being an independent pensioner who will never be bullied again! And funnily enough in old age we are now Christmas card friends, time, the great healer!
Anne.
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Marie - glad you made it home. Congrats.
Buzz - that's a big step giving up your licence. With that and all the changes associated with Mike, your life is turning upside down. I agree, let others drive you around like the "superwoman" you are. You are one smart woman.
Anne - what an interesting story. A new slant on your memories.
Sandi - I knew if anyone would be playing Pokemon like me it would be you. Good for you.
The reunion was lots of fun. My worry was nothing, we were welcomed as soon as we walked in the door.
Company tomorrow for several days. We'll be going, going, going.
Nite all,
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Well, ANNE, I certainly was not bored! Enjoyed your story about the 2 bullies! And yes, of course it was Isadora Duncan! I never wore a long scarf, though I think they are elegant. But since in my younger days I mostly drove convertibles, Isadora's demise made me shudder and wear square scarves!
Likewise, dear hippie pal, PATSY, ( I suspected it all along!
) I agreed to meet with a couple who insisted we were great high school mates. When we met for dinner, although the name was one I recalled, they ended up being the types I detest wasting time with! (Terrible English, but it's late!) He was doctor who was stiff and impressed with himself and she...oh my! The DOCTOR'S WIFE, the perfect snob! My Mom was the exact opposite, who used to share her delicious baking with Dad's patients, every one of whom she was warm and friendly, remembering every child's name and personal story. These 2 were people we hoped to never see again, yet she called often to initiate a lunch or dinner! Fergedabahtid!
MARIE, you've been through a traumatic period and I expect you will be tired for awhile, and it's O.K. to rest as much as possible while recuperating! Just take good care of yourself.
SANDY, you never got back here, so I hope the car was not a problem!
JACKIE, I did suspect that lost kitty knew exactly where to find a good home. Word gets around among our four-footed friends! As far as the driving, I kind of felt I was pushing my luck after 72 years without accidents! I pass at least one a day, and never personally had one, and how long could that continue? Everyone is offering to either pick things up for me, or include me in their shopping trips, and the truth is, I hate to shop!
SHIRLEY, talk about the leisurely life...lolling by the pool! Sounds lovely!
PHOEBE, I don't think I knew you are a quilter! Always full of amazing talents!
LIN--????? Are you alright?
My computer was nuts yesterday, freezing up, acting strange , and I worried I had a virus. Two scans showed nothing, then I found I was not connected to wireless and diagnosis showed nothing, so I finally gave up and tried to log off. Today, I had to give my password when trying to log on! Do you all remember what your password is to get into your computer?
Holy crow! Through some miracle, I found mine, and it was 20 digits long with strange combinations of capitals, numbers, %, #, lower case, etc.! It logged me in with a big WELCOME while I breathed a hugh sigh of relief. But now I'm afraid to do any business on it!
What do you all think? Buzz 1 -
Anne - Must be new vacuum cleaner time. I just splurged and bought a new Shark Rotator Powered Lift-Away vacuum. It replaced our traditional Hoover vacuum. My son, James, vacuumed for me last week and I was amazed at how much better everything looked. He and I were both amazed at how much stuff was emptied from the canister when he finished! I've wanted one of these vacuums for a while now. I'm kind of glad our old vacuum finally stopped working.
Jeri - My son, Jordan, was quite impressed with your "Graveler" Pokemon. They are apparently a bit less common than the others. Anyway, I'm thinking it's time for me to join the Pokemon world.
Marcella2 -
Happy Tuesday! I clicked myself out of MFP by mistake and lost my post. So frustrating!!
I found out about Bryanna's A/C which will cost money to fix. I though maybe Ford messed up when they fixed her nest problem and all the wires but of course he said no. It will probably be $125 to $200 to fix, but first she has to have her windshield replaced since the crack is too big to fix. Always something.
Marcella, I have an Orbeck which I love because it is so light weight. Since I just started with Pokemon Go I have no idea who Graveler is. lol
Buzz, you can change your password to your computer or you can just not have to use a password. I have a password book so if anything happens to me, my kids will be able to get access to my accounts.
Jeri, glad to hear the reunion was a success and you had fun. Enjoy your company, I know what you mean by going, going, going.
Anne, I am sorry to read that you were bullied, there is no good reason for bullying.
Patsy, did it ever occur to you that your friend you don't remember, doesn't remember you and is having lunch with you just to be nice? LOL
Shirley, I had to google Pashmina to see what it is but now realize it is like a shawl. Not sure about the Lama part, no animals were hurt in this process were they?
Marie, just remember what you did in therapy and take it one day at a time. It must feel good to be home with Jerry. Alice is a wonderful daughter, you are lucky to have her.
Lin, hope all is well with you.
Jackie, must be busy outside while it is not raining.
Have a wonderful day, I think I am going to the pool but will see.
Sandy
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Another wet day, anyone would think it was March not August! George and I walked on our own as my friend is having solar panels installed on her roof and we managed a very wet circular route before heading home. Little kitten has made himself at home and now Boris is used to him and only occasionally spits, Hebe is still scared as he hurls himself across the room at her. It's more than 25 years since I had a kitten living with me because I've tended to adopt rescued cats so it's quite a worry to know if he's healthy or not because he was so skinny when we found him and thirsty too which is bringing me to the conclusion he might have got himself shut in someone's car for a few days and then escaped when they drove to the moors. There's not been a sniff of interest locally so perhaps we'll never know. If he's still here in a couple of days I'll register him with my vet and get him looked over.
Marie ~ It's going to feel strange being home without the help you had but I'm sure after a few nights in your own bed you'll start to feel at home and able to continue those steps you were doing in rehab.
Sandy ~ I wish it was dry but at the moment I'm housebound since I get wet enough walking with George I certainly don't feel inclined to garden! Also I'm looking after neighbours' cat and hens and blow me, the automatic door in their henhouse is not working so I have to figure a way to prop it up so they can feel safe enough at night as well as have the freedom to go in and out during the day to lay any eggs. It's too mucky to sort it out today so hopefully a dryer day tomorrow.
Patsy ~ Being a gardener I live in old clothes so am aware on the odd occasion I socialise in the evening my friends look at me as if I'm a stranger.... who is that person wearing makeup and smart clothes?? My large collection of jeans and jeggings are needed for the walks, gardening and allotment work and constantly thrown in the washing machine!
Lin ~ Did you get Friends Reunited on line in America when all the UK schools were listed and we could search for old friends.... quite old in my case! I'm probably going back about 15 years but anyway one lady contacted me to say we were good friends at school and remembered my dad's open back truck that he layed a plank across so we kids could ride sitting on it, all true but I have no memory of her even though she apparently lived 2 streets away. Other names jumped out at me so who knows what happens to some brain cells??
Buzz ~ My plan is to grocery shop on line once I'm no longer able to drive because our bus service is appalling now and will probably only get worse since it's under funded. Today our local radio had a very interesting phone in about care in the community for the elderly which is going down the pan because the wages are so low, the authorities don't put enough funding its way and apparently the right sort of people who can offer empathy and patience don't exist these days! What does that say about society? I can't imagine you enjoying a car sharing shopping trip either but rather imagine you having to grit your teeth if someone else is doing the driving, especially with your perfect driving record! When my computer plays up I always imagine a hacker has got into it or at least a virus but it usually turns out to be a fault or my silliness!!
Marcella ~ The Shark has arrived here in the UK and for several weeks was being heavily advertised but it seems to have gone quiet. If it's as good as you say perhaps stocks ran out!! My Hoover is not showing signs of packing up so I'll keep going until perhaps the prices of Sharks and Dyson drop, if ever!
Anne ~ I only remember one girl at school who was a terrible bully to just about anyone who got in the way but looking back I think that had an awful lot to do with her background and family that struggled. What a shame we can't work these things out when we're kids but then I suppose bullying wouldn't happen.
Time to cook a light chicken meal for my evening nibble.
Jackie2 -
We did a long hour bike ride this morning before it got too hot again. Then back to the pool and now back at the boat. We are leaving tomorrow to sail back home. Our pump out at our club we found out is broken so we will have to use the one here before we leave. I assume you all know that means the toilet pump out.
See you when we get back.
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Well I am so far behind I wo't be able to catch up properly (yet again).
I don't think I explained my situation well in late July. My account for home Internet (and cable TV) has a data cap on the Internet usage. Just like you might have with a cell phone account. I was nearing the cap and did not want to incur overage fees. I also don't want to move to a more expensive plan with a higher limit. So I cut back on everything online for a few days.
When I was ready to come back my Internet download/upload speeds slowed to a crawl. Really so slow I could not stream programming consistently. Only sometimes. Today I couldn't get email for a few hours. So yes, connectivity problems once again.
I have spent much time on the phone, actually talking with people and also much texting (which is unusual for me).
I have received A LOT of requested information about my farm from the operator. I am now surrounded with a stack of field maps while I start my study of the fertilizers and chemicals which have been applied in the past year. Also looking at pH, the level of organic matter etc. It is so different now! On 160 acres the take soooooo many samples and everything is electronically mapped and color coded. Interesting but getting a good understanding will take me a while I am certain.
No more seminars this year I don't think. They are having an owners meeting in September put on by ISU that I will think about.
Got a haircut today and went shopping for a b'day gift for a party on Saturday. Back to Tai Chi tomorrow morning. I am lucky to have an instructor who specializes in teaching older adults and is very sensitive to modifying for many specific conditions. We have people all the way to age 90 in our class and everyone does what is appropriate for their physical condition. Several people do chair versions of things, some hold onto a chair, whatever does not cause pain or injury.
Shirley, have safe travels home.
Marie, I am so glad you are home again. Yes!!!!
Sandy, I hope you had a relaxing time at the pool.
Phoebe, do you do your sewing and mending all by hand? Is it time to hit the road again?
Buzz, I also did not know you had decided to give up driving. I had just been thinking about how I will manage in coming years. I want to stay here as long as possible. While I send for many of my groceries (non perishables) I am going to have to manage the weight of the boxes I receive a bit more. Some are quite heavy! And with the places I get my fresh products, none have a shopping or delivery service. Bus service is not really an option. Taxis are really most viable but what if I get a taxi and go to the store and they don't have half of what is on my list? And I usually go to 2 - 3 stores a week. Quite puzzling. There is a Senior transportation service but they do not focus on taking people for groceries--it is more doctor appointments. I am so glad you have a good transportation option and that you seem to be comfortable with the decision.
Jackie, so the kitty had no identification collar. I wonder how far afield this little one has roamed? Are you thinking of turning it over to an adoption place?? Wishing you and George happy walkies.
Anne, you and Jilly are social butterflies on your walks. I am amazed.
Patsy, I am always more comfortable in my ragged clothing. I however have no dogs these days on which to blame my slovenly ways. I am sitting here in an old tie-dyed t-shirt and light gray (comfortable) ancient sweat pants. Ha.
Marcella, the vacuum sound superb. So will all family members use the vacuum repeatedly as it is great to see the container fill up?
Jeri, enjoy your company.
Barbie, I love the pic of your new shoes. Did you say what brand/model they are? And do you love them?
National Coloring Book Day so of course I will have to color for a while. And maybe read.....and watch some old movies.
Hugs my friends.
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Luckily I now have a dog to blame for my scruffy appearance. Jilly arrived exactly 3 months ago and since then I've worn nothing but an old pair of jeans, washed overnight I hasten to add, and old T shirts. I think I've dressed up twice! It is very comforting to know I have company in my mode of dress! Some of the dog walkers are very stylish but then they have docile, well behaved dogs who don't leap onto their trouser legs every so often. I am told this will change soon with maturity on Jill's part. I hope it's soon, or my "better" clothes will be out of date!
Raggle, taggle, Anne.1 -
Anne, I wear comfortable washable clothing all the time including to my line dance classes. I rarely go anywhere that requires dressier clothing, I have three pairs of dog walking pants and three of line dance pants.Lin, my new shoes are fairly expensive New Balance shoes. They are comfortable and I chose them because they come in a wide width. I have worn New Balance shoes for years except for a few pairs of Sketchers that are no longer comfortable for me. Jake is feeling well enough to run the vacuum and water the outside plants. Tomorrow is his phone appointment with the PA from the surgeon's office. He hopes that it will be his release to begin driving again.Buzz, you live in the perfect setting for someone giving up driving...it would not be so easy for people living in other settings. Barbie 1
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Happy Coloring Book Day!!!!
That took a long time to add to this message.
Good night. Sweet dreams.
Lin2 -
Oh Lin, it's just gorgeous! How did you do it? Looks like light is shining thru. Just like stained glass!
I stayed up too late, slept late, and Tuesday is gone! We leave today, Wednesday.
Sigh, oh to be retired. But that would be difficult to do, a few more years I suppose.
Hi Marie! Hope you will keep up your walking. I know you are resting . Trips can be exhausting!
For those of you contemplating your "Senior years"- maybe not now, but I'm sure in the future, hopefully the not too far from now future, there will be concierge services for people in need of them. I know there are some, but maybe they focus more on the in home part of their service. Until then, a cart on the porch for deliveries? Boxes loaded onto the backseat can be slid onto the seat of a wheelchair. (A wheelchair is the right height)
Buzz, I am not clear on my sewing activity. It is an old denim comforter, washed a million times. Denim is worn out and I am hand sewing patches of denim in several shades of blue. Haphazardly. Not a precise seamstress at all! I Cannot get a straight hem line no matter how I try! Lol. Just a sloppy but relaxing hobby of mine.
Jackie, I think Little Kitten is a name. ;-).
I saw a video posted on Facebook with several kittens having so much fun on a pool table. I could have watched them all day. You accomplish an awful lot on rainy days. I think you are committed to getting that walk. I wish I were that dedicated.
Got to get to sleep. Night
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Here I am, late night or early morning, but 2:15, so naturally , I keep buzzing off to nap! Sorting through all the stuff I emptied from the car, and some are treasures but most is junk! Why can I not throw things away once I've read or used it? I gave away to my neighbor (who brings me Costco blueberries!) an old baseball mitt of Mike's, still beautifully soft leather, shaped to my DH's hand! He loved it and will wear it playing with his great grandson! Included was a set of car-window-washing-made-easy in perfect unused condition. Perhaps DGD will be better than I to her new/old possession!
Nice posts today, dear Sneakers, and each brought me yet closer to all your lives! Must get some snoozing now... Buzz
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