Senior Golden Sneakers
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Happy Saturday!
Sunny but chilly day. Will go to Mass and then for my weekly visit with Babe and Daisy. Not too many of these visits to his house left since he has sold the house.
I have very mixed emotions about this and I don't know why. I think he will be better off with his son but I really don't think I can go there to visit him and Daisy so he will have to leave the house to see me. I will miss our Saturday's but have to take it one day at a time. He seems excited about it so I should be happy for him but things just seem so final. I will be fine, there were a lot of good memories along with the bad at that house but I would never move back there. He belongs with his children, he really doesn't understand marriage. Thanks for listening, no need to comment.
Patsy, could you send John here please? I am waiting for my electric insert to put in my gas fireplace but could really use someone to remove the guts and cap off the gas line. It would be nice if they could put an electric outlet inside of the old fireplace but I will manage somehow.
First I have to get it to see if it even fits in the opening. I will probably end up having someone else do this for me if it seems too confusing.
Jackie, I have forgotten, is the new fireplace going to burn gas or coal or what?
Anne, does Mark know that the faucet drips? He could replace it with a new one.
Lin, will you remember us if you become rich?
Buzz, glad you got a hold of your daughter and she was understanding.
Have a good day.
Sandy
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Good afternoon friends. Cold and breezy but at least the sun came out this afternoon. The little bit of snow disappeared almost immediately but apparently we may get more tomorrow afternoon. Darn wind has been blowing the beautiful leaves from the trees. I want Indian summer! Another youthful memory. The climate has changed.
Well, went to the club get together this morning. After it was over, I did go to the huge craft show at a church not far from there where one of our club members had a booth. I talked to her just a little bit as she was intent on speaking to any customers. Ran into several ladies I knew which was nice. Then home, lunch, working on cards, finally cooked the cauliflower and am lining up the ingredients for the lentil soup. Maybe tomorrow afternoon?
Well, no winner in this household. In fact the jackpot grew again although I did hear there was one million dollar winner last night. Darn.
Sandy, I hope you enjoy your visit today. I wish Daisy could come for visits at your house. I know, life is what it is. I hope the changeover of the fireplace goes smoothly.
Jackie, and I also hope your stove changeover is a quick and uncomplicated job. And I see, makes sense now, the fix was in on your adoption. Very likely. Probably nothing personal but just a friend she was looking out for. Something will work.
Anne, sorry for the continued sad times for your neighbor Maria. And very sorry about Flo’s decline. Very difficult to witness (even by phone) when you’ve had such great times together. Glad your shower fix is working for you. Wahoo!
Patsy, finding fun that both you and DH agree on sounds like a bit of a chore. Good for you! Volunteering is positive action. Way to go!! There have been many groups beating the bushes registering people to vote. The numbers are surging, at least that is what I have heard.
I must run along now. So many things to do, so little energy. Haaaaa.
Tomorrow will be mostly a church day.
Hugs.
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Lost 2 more posts, and am too sleepy to keep this going!
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The clouds have lifted as the most recent storm moved away this morning so I took George on to the moors for a good long walk. He's now happily trying to be nosy through the fence at my neighbour cleaning her hen house. I always know when she's doing that chore because I see his waggy tail bouncing down my garden! A lazy Sunday for me even though every day is now a day of rest if I choose but I will clean my own hen house out after lunch then do the usual tidy in the cottage so you see nothing really to report. Oh yes, last night I finally watched the movie Hidden Figures and loved it.... who'd have known? Also I've spotted another little dog up for adoption that looks adorable, is fostered in Plymouth which is just 20 miles away and is a Westie so I'll sleep on it and see how I feel in the morning.
Sandy, my new stove will be a multi fuel one that I can burn either coal or logs and I'll probably do both depending on temperatures and weather.
Peace and love.... Enjoy your Sunday everyone.
Jackie
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Monster Brady with one eye on my cheese sandwich!!
Jackie
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Happy Sunday!! Another cold but sunny day. Waiting to hear from friends if we are meeting for the Bears game. If not I will just stay home and get caught up on the shows I have recorded. I did go to Babe's after Mass and let him know how I was feeling about him selling the house. It is like final step in our relationship and although he claims we will see each other it won't be the same. He also said that his son's wife is not happy that he sold his house because they agreed that they should have moved into Babe's house. The only winner in this is his son who gets his way once again. I do wish them all luck because they are going to need it. I talked to my sponsor last night and I am fine just trying to figure out God's plan in all of this.
Jackie, what a beautiful picture of Brady, is that in the garden room?
Have a great day.
Sandy
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Hello! Sunny Sunday and John and I will watch a football game later. My toe will need a bit
of TLC and a dressing change. I am trying to remain positive about this crazy toe. It is maddening.
Slept late but I can still get the day started properly. Our firewood stacker (John) really wore himself out yesterday. Trimming trees and clearing out the covered area that holds our firewood. He gets focused on a task and doesn’t realize that it is time for a break or even a drink of water. That is when I turn into the proverbial fish wife! Yelling at him...come in this minute and eat your lunch!
Sandy: reason tells you that there will be more drama in Babe’s life. All the research and data says that living with your children is very difficult, even if the personalities are compatible. “Steady as she goes” as our son the sailer would say. Rough weather ahead!
Brady the cat is gorgeous, as well as what I can see of the garden room. Good luck with adoption. Westies are adorable aren’t they? I understand an urge to increase your fur family. I have that urge as well. John does NOT!
Sunday is a beautiful sunny day, filled with lovely russet colored leaves, cool weather and a wonderful smell of autumn.
Patsy
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Good day, as predicted, a long day at church, lunch and then I finally tackled the lentil soup. Just put it in the refrigerator. Pretty good but it may be even better tomorrow when the flavors combine even more. Yummmm.
It has been an overcast and drippy day. Late this afternoon the drip turned to snowflakes. It is pretty much melting as it hits the ground. Thankfully.
Patsy, is your choice of football games now over? And are you happy? I hope the toe is on the mend. Good for you keeping with caring for it. Your weather sounds just marvelous. Color me jealous.
Jackie, Brady had both eyes on your sandwich. Haaaa. What a darling. I see a bit of flamingo popping out behind him. I never did find anything “flamingo” for my house. I did buy one of those little birds that dip their beak in a glass of water over and over. I’d never had one before. It lasted about three weeks before getting gummed up by my water and that was it. No more dipping. Oh well, I didn’t expect much for the price I paid.
Sandy, that whole situation with Babe and his son sounds like purgatory to me. People get into the most miserable of situations. Keep on taking care of yourself. You are wise.
Anne, company today? Hope all is well. Hi Jilly!
I’ve decided to give up trying to attend the mystery book club Tuesday evening. No way to get the book finished in time and I don’t want to hear the discussion and then read the book. If I had been able to check out a copy earlier it might have worked. Oh well, I am sure I will enjoy just reading the book.
I am going to read for a while. Tomorrow I will start to tackle my lists of cards to send and recipients. Loads of sorting and addressing to do. And still not certain if I will make two birthday cards or use what I have.
Buzz, hello my friend.
Take care everyone.
Hugs.
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LIN, Hi right back at you! I'm almost afraid to attempt posting tonight after yesterday's frustration, but it almost always follows the monthly Windows 10 update!
Saw a documentary in our auditorium today called "Three Identical Strangers", the story of triplets born to a single woman who put them into an adoption agency in Manhattan, where they were all separated and adopted by 3 different families who were never informed that there were triplets! They met by accident at around age 19, and the brother-love story takes over, telling of their fame and publicity, marriages, business attempts and tragedy! It had to do with a psychiatrist who wanted to study nature vs. nurture! What a sad story that started out with such promise! And the psychiatrist died before compiling the results of his data!
Yesterday they showed The Fencer, another bittersweet film that won all kinds of international awards. ---My laptop seems fairly normal tonight!
PATSY, hope the toe is responding by now. They can be so painful , as I know too well! Did you see 60 Minutes tonight? It was a maddening attempt at an interview with your favorite Cheeto!!! He is such a control freak.
SANDY, I kind of agree with your description of yours and Babe's relationship. Are his kids buying the house? Is he planning to remain with them? I hope the answers are NO, since it would be disastrous! And they will strip him completely. Talk to your lawyer ASAP!!! G-d may need a little help if it's true
JACKIE, your pets and room look as cozy as I imagined them to be! And I don't think I realized your neighbors also keep hens! What a delightful area!
I didn't see ANNE's entry tonight, so I hope she had a nice weekend.
I'm seeing my Doctor's NP tomorrow morning. My lab reports came in 3 weeks ago, and I heard nothing about the results. Buzz
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Have a wonderful birthday Anne. You are the bright star that fell into the sneakers forum and have continued to lighten up our days. We wouldn't be the same without your cheery comments and Jilly Bean stories!
Lots of hugs from Jackie and George xxx
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What a lovely thing to say JACKIE. Thank you ! I didn't post yesterday because the family came over. Wasn't exactly a PARTY - more a shrub and bush pruning, but loads of fun with one very excited small dog. More later, because I decided to sleep in on this auspicious day! Who'd have thought! 83 ! YIKES.
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Happy happy birthday Anne! So glad to ‘see’ you each day.
I agree 100% with Jackie’s comments.
Hugs.
Lin
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Happy birthday dear Anne. As we here know, age really is a state of mind and you are that shining example of forever young. I promise to TOTALLY forget that 83 number and will always know you as that ginger-haired girl with the cute little black puppy. Enjoy your day, know that you have a gaggle of girlfriends that care deeply about you.
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Have a wonderful day dear friend, I think Jackie said it all!! May all your wishes come true!!
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Oh girls, thank you so much for your good wishes. I am indeed blessed ! I was sort of glad I woke up this morning. Sounds morbid but wouldn't it be ironic to make it to the last day of ones previous age and therefore miss a huge milestone by a few minutes. I say this tongue in cheek of course, but can you imagine making it to 99 years, 23 hours, 58 minutes, and missing the queens telegram by 2 minutes!
It was so hectic yesterday that The Bean and I are sort of enjoying a relaxing rainy day today. Mind you the phone keeps ringing, mainly folks from my past so rather long conversations about everyone's ailments! A few eye openers I can tell you which makes me realize I really am blessed. I've just had friend Flo's sister in law on the phone long distance. I gather my fears for Flo are well founded. She's never said a word to me but apparently her memory is going, the house is a mess, and the family want to put her in a home. She is resisting vigorously I gather.
The hair hasn't gone completely grey yet PATSY, and hey, forget man made numbers, today I am still 32 years old. We ALL are. Thank you for your good wishes and SANDY! What an interesting birthday "card", I bet we all enjoyed it. Thank you! Hello LIN, always glad to "see" you as well m'dear.
That's about it, except I'm treating myself to leggings and a long white silk shirt from my old pal Marks and Spencer's. Am I too old for black leggings? I guess so, but who's really going to see them. No old guys in sight seeing I've outlived them! Oh except for Roy at 87 but he's safely tucked away in Yorkshire!
Must go and get lunch. Left over bacon and egg pie,
Cheers,
Annie.
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Thank you BUZZ. Rather a good choice for a birthday card on wash day Monday. Clothes pegs and all. God bless.
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I would only be repeating the sentiments of all our little "family" if I were to add how much we love that you are with us! A bright spark of creativity, humor, and humanity, That's our ANNE!
So I'll keep my mouth shut
Buzz
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But you DID open your pretty mouth enough to make me BLUSH dear BUZZ. !!! Honestly girls, you've never met me in the flesh, warts and all !!
Hey, the long shirt and leggings I ordered from dear old Marks and Spencer's on Sunday arrive hopefully today. I hope I don't scare the wee one looking like a leggy giant spider! My birthday gift from Mark, Mary Jo and Derek plus shower gel to lure me and stop me being tempted by the bath. Mike gave me a gift card for books so I can curl up in my leggings when it snows.
Probs with typing on Ma fitness pal so I'll away for now.
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Just past midday already but I've been on a long walk with George then did a detour into the local town for doggie treat supplies, cat food, pick up a click and collect item that is a car seat comfy support to hopefully ease my back then the hole in the wall... cash for the builder on Friday or Saturday morning. George is now doing zoomies with one of his favourite bunny toys! Yesterday his groomer did a great job so he now looks like a young puppy but she did also find what feels like a lump on one back leg so I've made an appointment with the vet tomorrow morning just to make sure it's nothing nasty.
Anne, the above sentiments are nothing more than you deserve because it's been a pleasure to get to know you over the years. Hopefully M&S will behave impeccably and deliver your leggings and silk shirt on time. I almost live in the things myself and although when the fashion first returned and I bought a pair I thought I was just taking a retro look back to my teens I've since remembered they are wonderfully comfortable, just a bit of a pain trying to pull them off at night when my hip insists I can't bend so far anymore! Easy though, I just pull one leg down then use the other foot to step on them and raise the leg a bit at a time until my foot pulls through.
I'm sorry to read your friend Flo is struggling with memory loss. It does seem to be almost a common story these days but an extra worry when someone lives alone. Yes, we must all count our blessings and keep both mentally and physically active. It's not a be all and end all panacea I know but better than doing nothing!
It's a grey ol' day so a good one to get on with a few easy DIY jobs, the main one being to patch up Monster Brady's wallpaper damage again. It's a never ending task but hopefully one day he might grow out of the habit. I'll do my best to avoid the news as it just makes me angry when so many copycat world leaders are behaving more and more like rogue terrorists... you know what I mean! Take care everyone, it's a mean world right now.
Hugs... Jackie
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Good morning, oh my gosh, a sunrise here today! Marvelous, cold but definitely marvelous!
I have my list of errands to do today. No Mah Jongg so I can spend the entire day on them if needed. Haaa. This is in contrast to yesterday when I hibernated. I only poked my nose out to get the mail and take the trash to the curb. It reminded me of the upcoming winter season and the amount of time I spent at home last year. I guess I am ready.
I finally cooked enough to provide a perfectly delightful lunch and/or dinner. A big bowl with a layer of mushed up cauliflower, covered by some cooked shredded carrots and topped with the lentil soup which is very thick. Heated up, ah, heavenly. Warm or hot food sits better in my tummy now. Raw, not that well.
Jackie, my gosh, you have accomplished so much you have me ready to pack and leap to action. However, none of my stops are open yet. Must cool my jets. Bad kitty causing all the wallpaper damage. How old is your big monster kitty? I guess we all have bad habits. I am sorry this habit causes you so much work. Hey, something to make you more comfortable? Sounds terrific. Car seats can be less than optimal.
Anne, your package set to be delivered already. You have wonderful service. I hope your lovely blouse and leggings are very comfy. I am sure they will be beautiful. You have very good taste and apparently M&S has quality merchandise. Since I live in cartoon t-shirts, sweatshirts and soft yoga type pants, my purchases run to expensive walking shoes and stupendously padded socks. Must keep the feet happy.
Time to run along. Need to have a nice hot cup of coffee with me in the car.
Hugs and good wishes sent to all of you.
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A very reassuring read JACKIE concerning leggings. I had a feeling you wore them after viewing that lovely photo of you and George with your friend on the moors I think. They certainly look good on you and I've been updating my image after discovering I can shop online. Digging myself out of the working "girl" trouser suits etc I once loved but are now so dated. Fed up of jeans as well so I hope they work for comfort and casual wear. I was a bit worried I might look a bit like something out of Star Trek. Anyway, IF they and the big shirt arrive I'll write a verdict on the look.
Anne the "fashion guru" huh!!!
PS, just spotted your post LIN. It's all about what we are comfy in and what suits our personalities isn't it. I fancy either thick colourful socks or boots with the leggings and once it's cold enough my big red parka. Your meal sounds yummy and comforting. If Jackie is interested I ordered "Autograph" leggings and shirt. Pricey, but it is a gift after all. $94 leggings, $164 silk shirt. I'll save them for our casual Christmas if okay.0 -
Happy Tuesday! I went to see the kiddos yesterday and spent about 7 hours there. Robby went to school and Max took a nap so I had a little one on one with Charlie who is now smiling and cooing. When Max woke up I had some one on one with him until Robby got home and then the two boys and I went to the park. It was so cold we stayed about ten minutes. I will go back to sit tomorrow so Lisa can go to her doctor's appointment and then again Friday for Charlie's three month pictures. No bingo tonight but will go tomorrow and Thursday we are meeting for lunch for a friend's birthday. Busy days ahead but today I am going to attempt to put my new electric fireplace in my broken gas fireplace. Wish me luck.
Anne, I am happy that you had a great birthday with money for a wonderful new outfit. I don't like myself in leggings but please let me know if you do. If anyone remember the little boy I followed who was hit by a tree at daycare and survived for 5 years, his mother has tuned us all into a website called Ten Dollar Fashion Attic where she is doing some modeling. Everything is ten dollars and I have ordered some tops that I just love. It takes a while to get the clothes but worth the wait in my opinion. As you can tell I love saving money especially since I need it for Hawaii.
Lin, I am like you and prefer sweat pants and comfy tops unless it is a special occasion. When winter hits us, you will find me in sweat shirts and warm sweat pants. lol
Jackie, busy day for you but it is what keeps us healthy. I will probably ride the bike today since I have no real plans except for the fireplace and maybe grocery shopping. Paying some bills first will see how much is left after that. lol
Hello to Buzz and Patsy.
Have a great day.
Sandy
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Hi there dear sneakers! Just had to send a quick alert to Sandy! Your fireplace insert sounds great but unless done with great caution, you could be creating a dangerous situation. The gas from your old fireplace MUST be totally shut off and the lines either removed or at least ventilated somehow. We have a neighbor that did that and quite literally blew up his house. The heat from your electric fireplace can ignite the gas left in the lines, or in the pilot light if there is one in old gas fireplace. Be careful and cautious! This from me, who knows nothing about your situation and I am not very handy! So just wanted to be sure you are okay.
Another sunny cold day. We are burning our wood stove in the morning to take the chill,off the house. I do like that heat better than our furnace. It feels better somehow.
I read that the last Stephen Hawkins book has been published. He was so brilliant and yet sadly emprisoned in a disfunctional body. I will get his new book. John was the math and physics guy, not me but I like to read about the science. I am also hooked on that crazy English series, Doc Martin. He actually has real medical diagnosis and symptoms. Along with some crazy characters.
Errands today and Costco. Bleck! I hate shopping. The endless trudging around, gathering boring stuff to cook and eat. Sometimes I love to cook but not today. I will make soup, once everything is put in a pot, no more fussing with it until ready to add more spice and serve. Instant pot to the rescue!
Huge spider weaving a web of great significance on the window out on the deck. I fear it must go to spider heaven!
Patsy
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Absolutely thrilled to bits with my new black leggings. Winter warm thickness, perfect. The shirt is great as well but it was the leggings I was worried about. Like them so much maybe I'll never buy a pair of dress pants again!
PATSY super, super advice for SANDY!! Of COURSE the heat from a new electric fire could ignite any stray gas! Oh my, DO be careful SANDY!
And PATSY please let the spider do its engineering magic. So wondrous and intricate are spiders webs. The next dew filled morning get out your paint brushes and paint the sun shining through the dew drops.
I rather like Doc Martin as well. Great actor and apparently not at all like the character he portrays.
Talking of books, (Patsy and Mr. Hawkins) anybody know any good new mystery writer books I can purchase with my birthday gift card?
Took Jilly for a trot and came back with a plate of cookies and a chew bone for Jill. I carried the cookies, Jill carried her bone. All from my neighbour Maria. It's my week for gifts and surprises!
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Patsy, I took your advice and texted my landlord to ask him to have the gas capped and remove whatever needs to be removed. You scared me but if it happened to a friend of yours it could have happened to me. Thank you.0
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On my way to bed so grateful to Patsy for pointing out those gas versus electric dangers in Sandy's fireplace and that Sandy read it... I was really worried.
Nite nite
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Dear friends, I worry I'm "losing it" for sure! I seem to have been rushing through my day to clear things up for tomorrow's clean-up day yet I'm not only not ready yet, but my Trash Sac on the cabinet door under my kitchen sink, broke at the point of attachment and I'm just grateful I had emptied all the garbage a moment before! I have wasted hours seeking a replacement and almost ordered several that would not have allowed the door to close, and finally located the same system, and when it arrives, I will simply re-use the screws already in the door. But hours and hours wasted searching before I located two with a $3 price difference. And it's late, and my day just disappeared with nothing done!!!
Yes, indeed, PATSY, you did a wonderful deed, saving our SANDY from untimely demise! Like ANNE and JACKIE, I enthusiastically applaud your warning! LIN, I hope your plans for yesterday were more successful than mine! I must get a few hours sleep now. I just feel so darn incompetent lately! Buzz
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Happy Wednesday! Sitting for the kiddos this morning, will try to get back later but if not have a wonderful day.
Sandy
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George got the ok from the vet for now as she thinks the lump in his leg is to do with the way he sometimes stands that pushes a muscle in or out! She advised to keep an eye on it of course but wasn't too concerned. After our visit to her we went for a long, long walk across the moors that did us both good so after lunch and a rest I'm now in a warm fleece jacket and ready to do some gardening.
Buzz, I'm sure we all have days like yours, I certainly do, when nothing much seems to be achieved as the hours whizz by. Much the same for me looking for a thermal cover for the outside tap to stop it freezing in cold weather when after what seemed like hours of searching and almost buying something that only might have done the job for little money I went full circle and picked the same model as the old thing that had been used for years until falling apart. It should have arrived Tuesday but no sign yet.... the usual Ebay problem!!
Anne, the Autograph leggings you bought look great on the online catalogue and I can see they'd be very comfortable. The high waist makes all the difference otherwise if you have long legs like me you'd find yourself constantly pulling up over your bottom!!
Patsy, although Doc Martin has been around for years I only recently began to watch episodes and do find myself laughing out loud at times. As you say crazy characters but let me tell you, living not far from the location I'm well aware the Cornish are very much as depicted, even more so at times!! There's something about the actor Martin Clunes that makes me smile whatever he's in although he has played some very serious roles too.
Lin, Monster Brady is only two and a half so many years of wallpaper tearing to come!! When he first visited the vet he was given a birthday on April 1st which says it all really!
Sandy, enjoy your day. I'd better get outside before it gets too late.... dark by 7pm these days!
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