Senior Golden Sneakers
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Moving too slow today. Going to try my usual Tuesday. Get the trash out, pick up my mail, dropping off letters at the post office. Playing Mah Jongg and an afternoon at the library. Fingers crossed that my vehicle, which was making odd cracking sounds last Thursday, is doing fine today. Maybe it was just the extreme cold?
Hugs all round. It is Hug Day according to Facebook. ❤️❤️
Lin1 -
LIN, I've been warned by Mark not to risk the ice today. He slipped on his drive putting the trash out. My pie looks good but my kitchen didn't. As usual I managed to get flour all over the floor even though I tried really hard not to. Never mind, it's a good excuse to wet mop the floor after sweep up of course!
I've decided to get rid of me on the profile and think spring instead. Here goes.
Anne.0 -
Happy Tuesday!
We did go to the mall yesterday with the kiddos and Lisa's mom. We took the kids to a place where they picked out a statue to paint. It was more expensive than we thought but Lisa's mom shared costs with me. The kids painted their individual pieces and then the place glittered them and they came out great. If Lisa posts a picture of finished product I will share.
Last night Babe called to tell me he was in the hospital. His blood pressure and heart rate were out of whack and they think he has pneumonia. Around 11:30 PM Phil called to tell me he was being nice and letting me know his father was in the hospital. I told him Babe had already called me. He then was his cocky self telling me how he will get answers and get his father well once and for all. My stomach was just churning. This morning Babe called and said they might shock his heart to get it back in rhythm. I told him I was not coming to the hospital after the last time and he agreed he didn't want me to come with Phil there who btw spent the night even though Babe told him to go home. Babe said he wishes Phil had a job to go to instead of staying with him at the hospital because he drives him crazy.
So this paragraph in my daily reading is perfect for today.
Sorry to vent again, but thanks for letting me share.
Sitting for kiddos today so will be busy. Have a great day.
Sandy
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Wet but not too cold. Torrential rains and very high king tides! I have had a very late morning. Just could not get started. I was in that old jalopy mode...kaput.kaput...kaput. But I guess I will catch up soon.
The hearings are scary and make for sweaty palms and racing heart. Oh dear God. People!!! pay attention! We have a monster at the wheel and we can’t just let our country go down in flames in the name of money for the top 1%. Did my usual, email to my congressmen, sent monetary support to the political party of my choice. Now on to more mundane pursuits. Laundry, meatless meat loaf and cover letter to another publisher for Anne and my little stories. Much more life affirming activities.
Sandy: I also read and look at self help books and meditation quotes. They help and guide me. I am an open book by nature. Everyone around me knows when I feel down or overwhelmed. I think sharing or expressing my feelings help not only me but others around me. I don’t see your posts as venting. You sometimes need to share your emotional burden with people who care for you....us sneakers. VENT ON!
Anne: our profiles need to change depending on the mood or the person we are at the moment. My yellow goofy dog profile is in reality our dear Katie. But there are times when I feel a huge kinship with dear crazy Katie.
Jackie: wow: how great that those structures were left standing. Here in the US, I am sure some juvenile delinquents would have spray painted graffiti on it or knocked it down. Do I sound like a cantankerous old bitty? Youre right! I will shape up!
Lin: your day sounds like an amazingly full and fun day. I am so impressed with your activities. I seem to be involved in rather solitary activities. It is the rhythm of my life. I really have to push myself to be more social. The odd thing is I love it when I force myself into social situations.
Hello to all absent sneakers! You know who you are....call home!
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Does Katie realize your profile is of her PATSY? I chat to Bean so much I'm not sure if she's becoming human or I'm becoming more doglike. I haven't got round to scratching my ear with my left foot yet, but she really tries very hard to talk back to me. Honest she really does.
Profile pictures? I'm forever changing my profile picture from my amateur paintings, to the Bean, to me, to snowdrops etc. I was watching your drama down in the States when the phone rang and it was one of my young 59 year old friends who wandered down to Albuquerque about 18 years ago for a better job. Hard to believe that she was so young when we met at work 44 years ago. I think she might come home when she retires. Two tiny Chihuahuas live with her. We had a long talk about presidents and kings etc.
Poor SANDY, you will never be totally rid of Babe and his son. I'm very glad my ex is shovelling snow somewhere in the wilds of Quebec. Maybe not shovelling snow, more likely just yelling at it. Unlike our sons who are not disposed to yelling at anything.
Whoops, it's evening news time. Let's see what's been going on down in the States.
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My busy day is nearly over and I have to say I’m happier dealing with tall hedges and mucky chicken runs than phone faults, builders who lose paperwork I’ve previously given them or clashing appointments.
Thanks for your concern Anne as I think we share a nervous distrust of all matters relating to internet security. Since I recently registered to bank online I was able to check all was fine there and this afternoon I tried one more time to get my phone fault repaired and was advised by agent “Rocky” that he was viewing a log from last night’s attempt that cut out on me so it was legitimate. We began the process again until he advised I would need to open the box on the wall the phone and broadband cables connect to so knowing my screwdrivers were in the garden shed I told him I’d have to do that later, meaning tomorrow when I’ll hopefully have more patience. SO, George has been groomed, paperwork for the builder copied and emailed, chimney uncovered and a huge hole discovered that will have to be filled and builders yard visited to order timber to make new raised beds at the allotment. The hole in the inside chimney looks like the sort of hidey-hole Brady will love!
Patsy, to discover our old engine house chimneys one has to 🎶 climb every mountain 🎶 which I doubt most juvenile delinquents these days would have the energy or foresight to do so they’re safe from spray paint for now!
Oh Sandy, you know we don’t mind you voicing concerns about what goes on in Babe’s world. Isn’t there a pattern here that when DIL threatens to sell the house Babe ends up in hospital with stress related symptoms? None of this is of your making so if you can, let it all go and just as you are, get on with your life.
A big hug for you Lin on hug day. Take care out there if it’s still especially cold.
I watched a few minutes of Mr T’s jaw dropping statements at the Davos summit before giggling in disbelief and switching off and am guessing the impeachment process is as anticipated so far!!
Midnight here so time for bed. Nite, nite 😴
Jackie
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Bleary eyed and disgusted by the games taking place in Washington! My fear is HE will never leave, but continue to attract the vermin that surrounds him and continues to protect him!
SANDY, vent all you need to! In your situation, who knows how the rest of us would react! I must get to bed this minute. Could not sleep a wink last night so I did laundry instead! Big hugs to all of you............
Buzz
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Morning golden girls, the sun is shining and I hope we can venture to the mailbox if only to pick up tax slips.
Jackie, I read with sadness that Terry Jones of Monty Python fame has died. Apparently, although living in England for years he still yearned for his native Wales. Isn't it odd that we still yearn for the place of our birth years and years later!
Glad all turned out good with agent 'Rocky'. One reads of so many nice, trusting folk expertly and convincingly conned out of lifelong savings that I for one am overly cautious. I don't suppose your chimney hole is big enough to be a priest hole? I would guess your cottage doesn't date back that far though.
I do hope the ice on my drive melts today because I've got cabin fever.
Buzz, Mr T isn't worth you having a stroke! He will get his just rewards in time, but meanwhile there's little us mortals can do to hasten his departure.
I would keep well away from the less than lovely Phil as well Sandy. As Jackie said, Babes problems possibly all stem from the wife threatening to sell the house periodically and it's a pattern. Who does Phil take after? Babe or his mom? Or is he a throwback to some unknown ancestor?
Anne.
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Brrr, a cold day with no sunshine so that sort of through to the bones chill in the air. Poor George has a dicky tummy so had me up at 4.30 this morning as he pushed through the catflaps to get outside. Heading up to the moors this morning I drove into pea soup so turned and headed for the woods and some clearer skies and we had a gentle stroll before moving on to shop for a few kiln dried logs for the fire. George still isn't right so hasn't had any lunch but spends his time sleeping on a blanket in the chair while dear Betty recovers from the back seat in the car collapsing on her because the bags of logs pushed it over! Robbie the smithy is popping in later with Simon the builder to look at the chimney hole that is currently allowing me to hear far more from the not so nice neighbours and their dogs than I want as the wall in that section is obviously very thin! No priests Anne but maybe a few child chimney sweeps just like Tom in Charles Kingsley's Water Babies story although I gather it's not considererd PC these days! Yes, the amazingly talented and funny Terry Jones who tragically developed dementia in later life.... how cruel is that!
Enjoy the sun Anne. I must get on with housework I promised myself would get done today.
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Happy Wednesday! Babe called to say they came in this morning at 6am to tell him they will not be shocking his heart today after all. They want to continue to give him medicine and will do it tomorrow. He is one miserable cranky obnoxious patient. They don't know what they are doing, I want out of here and I will be sick again in three days once home. Let's just say I was happy when I asked if I should go visit him and he said no. He sent his son home last night and said who knows when he will show up. I feel so sorry for the staff taking care of him, what a horrible patient.
Jackie, poor George, I hope he feels better soon. And I think you might be right as far as Babe going to the hospital with stress and more when the thought of moving gets to him. His life is really sucky but he has no one to blame but himself.
Anne, I personally think Babe's whole family has problems. His deceased wife was bipolar and died from an accidental overdose of prescription drugs and alcohol. His daughter is schizophrenic bipolar and although Phil hasn't been diagnosed I believe he is also bipolar and an alcoholic. None of them went for counselling after the mother died and they really needed to go. I had a lot of red flags before marrying Babe but didn't pay attention.
Buzz, I really hope you got some sleep, staying up all night is not good for any of us. Isn't there some sort of sleep aid you can take for those nights you can't sleep?
Patsy, I can't even watch any of the hearings, it just is too much and we all know that he will stay in office and probably win the next election. People calling each other names and saying such hurtful things, I miss the days when both parties got along.
Lin, I hope you got out and had fun yesterday. Our weather is a little warmet today and the sun is out.
I am finally getting my hair cut today and tonight is bingo. If I have another chance at that big board I am going with my first instinct. lol
Have a great day.
Sandy
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SANDY, say no more. Michael's ex wife came from exactly the same background. Mark and I did everything we could to stop a 21 year old marrying a 28 year old problem waiting to happen. 21 year olds don't listen. That's why he married in haste and now pays out at leisure. We have no idea where she is today, but the money is drawn out of his wages monthly and deposited somewhere.
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Good day
We are in a mixed up weather pattern. Some type of storm advisory once again. We are alternating among the various forms of precipitation, light rain, little ice pellets, snow. All while hovering around the freezing point. My friend canceled lunch plans for today. Fine with me. I didn’t go further than the grocery store less than a mile away. Slick roads and parking lot. And a disappointment as to stock on hand. The one thing I really wanted was not available which made me unhappy and then I found out they changed their discount policy so I received a very small amount off my bill. Growling.
Not getting much news or weather right now due to the trial which is on many stations. But maybe tomorrow will be better. Right now these secondary streets are still slippery but the main highways are okay from the little I hear.
Yesterday, I did get out and did everything on my list. Lovely Mah Jongg in the morning with one win for me. (Yippee!!). Stopped for gas for my vehicle, grabbed some lunch and was off to the library. As it turned out, I should have gone to my preferred store yesterday and skipped lunch. Anyway, we finished the puzzle. Another happy moment.
We were only able to work on it a little while each month but it is a lovely puzzle.
I was a bit foolish and went out without my nose covered this morning. Now my sinuses are unhappy with me again.
Sandy, good luck tonight. I am sorry for all the continuing upset and heartache.
Anne, good luck on getting out to the mailbox. I got my accumulated mail yesterday morning so I will let it pile up again for a little while. Still missing many documents needed for tax prep.
Patsy, you may stay home a lot but you have Katie and John, your online groups and many interests.
Jackie, poor George. I wonder what upset his system?
Diane, did you ever find projects to make for your grandchildren? Crochet wasn’t it?
Marcella, painting this week?
Judy, I liked the photo you posted as as I always like whatever you put on Facebook. It is always nice to see summer in your part of the world as we are freezing through our winter. Thinking of you today and hope you have an appointment with your kind doctor soon. ❤️❤️
Jeri, are you guys at home? Or traveling again?
Karen and Shirley, hope to see you soon.
Buzz, sleep, more rest for you my friend. That trial is being broadcast for too many hours each day. It isn’t healthy for us. Well, at least I am certain it is not healthy for me.
Off to make some tea. I love the nice hot steam curling updates to my unhappy sinuses.
Hugs.
Lin
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Oh dear! Another dreary day. Wet and cold and dark. This will require a plan to cheer things up. Fire in the fireplace, blueberry muffins, cheery music, I guess we will depend on Vivaldi’s season CD...always a winner.🎼🎹🎹🎻🎻
I understand how discouraged people feel about the hearing but there are forces of good still out there. Even in Washington DC! I believe in democracy and if things don’t work out as we want right this minute, I trust the process that has served us for 200 years. Take heart! Be positive! Talk to those people you sent to Washington in your behalf. Vote your choice!
I had a real wake up call on my neglecting my exercises. But I am back on track now. I believe I have whined many times about my disinterest in exercise. I am slowly adding a few more reps each day and I do feel much less stiff and more flexible. Not perfect by any means but a Iddy-teeny bit better.
Sandy: it is very scary to see a whole family of dysfunctional people. Each having a distructive impact on the other. My daughter is in that kind of situation. We feel helpless when we see the bad results. Even their pets have a bad life. It all breaks my heart but I am powerless. I still try to send messages of love and caring to my daughter and occasionally our grandson. I am sure my efforts fall on deaf ears but at least I make continuing efforts.
Anne: I do understand about cabin fever. The rain and cold makes any outing a real miserable experience. I avoid it when possible...then I feel like a caged grumpy bear.
Back later...dryer just buzzed!
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Well I tried to get out but having nearly sat down on the ample bum, gave up and tottered inside to make out my grocery order for Friday. I don't mind rain, snow and howling gales, its ice that bothers me. Nice puzzle LIN.
IF I can get out with Michael this weekend a bunch of flowers is called for. That's what cheers me up!
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Mike's eldest daughter came to lunch today and we spent several pleasant hours together. SHe is adapting so much better to her so's suicide 4 years ago. I hope she repeats the visit as she promised to do!
Dysfunctional relationships are so terribly destructive I feel at some point in most lives it is necessary to ;learn to cope in more positive ways to protect ourselves! Gobboldy gook? Maybe, but there are ways to learn, as SANDY can tell us!
I have not watched TV all day, dear friends, so the country is still existing without my care! Buzz 1 -
Good morning sneakers. Cold and grey but no rain! I’m waiting for a scaffolder to arrive to construct his poles round my chimney that will hopefully be lined some time next week. The builder doesn’t think it will be a big job to fill the hole inside so I’m getting somewhere!
George refused to eat last night and is still quiet although he gave Robbie the smithy a big welcome yesterday so I’m hoping a light lunch will encourage him later.
I must admit my way of dealing with a somewhat disfunctional family in the past was to take several steps back and stop carrying a load of guilt on my back. I’m having to it at the moment with my older brother who seems to have fallen into alcoholism and refuses help. It’s never easy but necessary to retain one’s sanity!
May as well wash up breakfast dishes while I wait.
Back later.
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JACKIE. Sometimes we just have to don't we, or get dragged down as well. Doesn't it say, "you are not your brothers keeper". Hard not to worry about loved ones though.
Sorry the little guy is still under the weather. Mine seems to have a cast iron stomach. The only time she was really sick was after (Mike and I suspect) a certain grandson gave her a treat of chocolate when she was still under 12 months old.
I'm sure you'll hear from me again today! But for now,
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Oh my! Dark and a cold rainy day. John just pulled the covers over his head and went back to sleep. That is a good idea but truly hard for me to do.
Katie and I are cuddled up with a cup of herbal tea and I confess to scanning the news. I also know the outcome of this trial. But I know the truth will come out none the less. I will stay positive! Justice will happen some how, some way... without my help or fussing around.
Jackie: I know how terrifying it is when our dear furry family is ill. Not sure if you have US YouTube but there is an excellent holistic vet, Dr. Andrew Jones. His channel is called Vets secrets. I find his advice wonderful. He is a Canadian Vet and has helped me so much with my nutty doggie. Katie is smart enough to manipulate me into cooking good people food for her. There are times when her food looks more appealing than what I fix for us.
In my life I sadly see my talented daughter mired in a life of neglect. I have seen that my nagging and constant picking at her doesn’t help. In fact I have made matters worse. I have to let go and just be there without judgement or comment, if she gives me the sign.
We all have our own measure of challenges. I think in some way, having this group of dear friends is a blessing and a real sounding board when needed. That said, it is hard or even impossible to change our own wiring. I will always be a worry-wart.
Time to get the household up and running.
Patsy☘️1 -
Happy Thursday! Back from my meeting where we had a birthday cake for my sponsee who will be 94 on the 28th. She cried and was overwhelmed but still very happy. Babe called this morning to say he was having his heart zapped at 1:00 and it would only take 5 minutes. He said he would call me later but his son called before I left to ask me if his dad called me to tell me what was happening. I told him yes and told him I would call him after my meeting which I did and everything went fine. I cut him short because he started saying we will see how long this lasts but he is always negative. I am sure Babe will call me later and I will see how he feels.
Patsy and Jackie, that is why I go to Al Anon to learn to take care of myself. I can't control anyone else and as far as alcoholism and /or addicts, I did not cause it, can't control it and can't cure it. I have been with this program for almost 12 years and will never leave it since it helps me cope with life. Boundaries are set and detachment with love are great lessons. I think you both practice that with your loved ones.
Anne, I am so happy you didn't fall down and went back inside. Ice can be so dangerous and we don't need any falls or broken hips. Since chocolate is so bad for dogs I am glad Jilly is fine today. Although I think I read that Marie snuck chocolate to her dog and she is fine. So who knows???
Buzz, how wonderful that Mike's daughter came to visit you. Also happy to hear that she is mending a little from that tragedy. Love that she is staying in your life.
Lin, must be busy today since you haven't posted.
Almost dinner time, where has this day gone.
Sandy
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JACKIE. Sometimes we just have to don't we, or get zdragged down as well. Doesn't it say, "you are not your brothers keeper". Hard not to worry .about loved ones though.
..................................................................................................................................................So I'm confused, I guess. I thought the we ARE our brother's keepers (quote from The 2 Popes "If it's no one's fault, it's everyone's fault") and it's not simple to figure out where "help or support" becomes "enablement"!!! I do know at some difficult point in my lfe, I just decided I could no longer carry the angst, guilt and worry about "all the mistakes I had made in relationships" and allowed others to make their own mistakes and somehow we all survived and I am not feeling depressed any longer,...nor guilty! Of course I stray every so often, but try not to most of the time!
Listening to the TV today, I'm thinking how unfortunate the House will not get rebuttal time! Their case is reallygood and well presented, but by the time the defense team (vermin, all) finishes rest of Congress will forget what many had heard for "the first time"! Yes. I heard Senators actually admit they had not heard or read the charges they would soon be voting on!!! We have a way to go before we are an adult country!
I have been waiting several days for a return call from my new podiatrist, giving a second nudge today. Should I assume she doesn't want to treat my fungus nail?
Well, I already lost this post once today so I think I will reheat some leftovers so I don't have to "dress for dinner". Feeling lazy and sleepy all day! Buzz
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Depends which version you go with BUZZ. Old Testament version is "am I my brothers keeper?" Cains answer when God asked him where his murdered brother was. Religious folk take this to mean we ARE responsible.
Modern version in the Cambridge English dictionary. I am NOT my brothers keeper, meaning we are not responsible for someone else's daft actions.
I didn't know that until I looked it up. Just vaguely remembered the saying. You live and learn.
Goodnight all. Anne.0 -
Good evening. Day slipped away from me. Was undecided about going to former library ladies today. Finally decided I wanted to get out but there was a lot of snow on my driveway and sidewalks. I started to shovel it. Wow, it was heavy snow and throwing it very far nearly impossible. I pulled a groin muscle a little bit. Ouch.
Got my yogurt, visited with friends, came home for lunch and got involved in a project. I need to message a friend but I think I am too tired.
Sorry, will try to do better my friends.
Hugs
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Yawn, yawn! George woke me with his barking to be let in at 3.30 this morning having slipped through the cat flaps again then Betty wanted out just after 7 so I’m a bit bleary eyed! George did eat yesterday and I added a spoonful of my bio yogurt but obviously still not quite right. Patsy thanks for the nod to your favourite vet Dr Andrew Jones. I’ve had a quick look on you tube and will come back to him to research further because as George is now over 7 years (where did that time go?) I’m aware he may benefit from natural supplements.
Anne I too take that quote to mean I’m not responsible for others actions but like all of us Sneakers do my best to support everyone around me unless I’m rebuffed then, as I’ve learnt over the years, it can just get too painful to keep head butting the proverbial brick wall!
Sandy, that’s good news for Babe and hopefully he’ll soon be back home.
Buzz, from what little I view of the proceedings I agree with those saying it was never going to happen with such an entrenched Senate. Since we are into quotes, let’s hold on to the Buddhist mantra “what goes around comes around”, or as Anne and I would say “they’ll get their come-uppence one day”, something I’m a firm believer in!
I must get on as I have to walk the pooches, get to a hair appointment then drop in to friends for a visit to see how they are coping with their daughter’s recent cancer diagnosis. She’s had major surgery and is now waiting for radioactive iodine therapy. All very scary for them.
A cold grey start outside and I think we’re stuck with this weather until the weekend.
Happy Friday everyone.
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I'm still reeling from that idiot down south rolling back USA water pollution controls! It's as if he's got a death wish and wants to do as much damage as possible before he snuffs it.
JACKIE, I've lived long enough to see the ones who played dirty tricks on me in the past have all got their come uppence in one form or another. I was thinking about this only the other night sleepless in Ontario. i haven't hurt anyone intentionally and it's amazing how the Buddhists got it right, what goes around most definitely comes around. Just give it time!
Happy day for Bean and me. Grocery day and Michael's coming over mid morning for lunch and to take one happy furry girl for LONG walkies unless we go to the vets for a nail clip. She has the thickest strongest nails for such a little dog and they grow amazingly fast. We've all tried clipping them ourselves but only succeed in jagged ends. The vets have a grooming service so one doesn't have to take them from the sick animals. Talking of which I really hope our little George is much better today. Jilly occasionally wakes me up in the middle of the night for a quick dash and that's when I have difficulty going back to sleep and lay awake philosophicalizing!
Well must dash. I had a day of self indulgence yesterday, ie drawing dreadful drawings. The mind was in the mood but the eyes and hands were not! Never mind, I enjoyed myself.
Hope today is good for every one, except Mr. T.
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PS. Please read on BBC news: "Trump impeachment - senators play games and nap during trial",
Unbelievable, these people actually got voted in? They get paid to sit and nap?
Making paper aeroplanes, playing games, doing crosswords, chewing gum etc! Trump must be laughing all the way to the next election.
I see what Sandy meant when she said she knew no one who was mature at 38 years!
Anne.
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Good morning, overnight refreeze topped by new light snowfall. Yes, I am staying home. I never did get to the mailbox yesterday. I see I have a package coming today with my once a year order of specialty vinegars (in glass bottles of course). Oh joy. I hope someone gently puts it on my porch. Probably not though.
The stupid pulled muscle is aching so I will take it easy today. Some laundry, paper crafting, and a book to read.
Jackie, on the run again. Busy days! And I have been thinking about Betty and found this amusing photo on Mr. Bean’s Facebook page. I have the same issue as Betty when I eat certain foods. I hope it is a bit of a giggle and not offensive.
Anne, enjoy your day. Your visit with Michael will be enjoyable for you and the little one. The former library ladies get together yesterday was quite filled with talk about the actions of our government and the ridiculous behavior of those who are supposedly representing us. Argh. I came home quite exhausted to keep rehashing it. I looked once again for a grocery delivery service. I actually spent a lot of time at the chore and once again came up empty. I am envying your Dorio deliveries.
Sandy, I join in best wishes for Babe. Thank the Lord you have learned to have strong coping skills. What a fine example you are my friend.
Buzz, so the Republicans are not obligated to fill the full time allotment. I wonder if they will just end the opening and ask for a vote to dismiss or whatever the legal move is. Everyone knows minds will not be changed no matter what is said.
Patsy, good morning. I have been wondering if John tackled someone of the maintenance items you mentioned way back when. A light that was burned out I think was among them. I hope all turned out. Good for you getting back to things we should do but often find less than enjoyable. I am horrible at doing what I should but very good at doing what brings me a smile.
Marcella, have I missed your posts lately? Hope you are well. Just heard from a friend last night that he was feeling fine one day and the next was down with the flu. He has a dog so he will be up and down a lot as he lets the dog in and out.
Shirley, Diane, Karen, Jeri and everyone I have missed—wishing you all the best things in life.
My washer is calling to me.
Hugs.
Lin
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Happy Friday! Not really happy that I gained 1.5 pounds this week. Stress eating?? I bought a bag of wheat chips but they are so good I ate too many. Will try to get on bike more this week but life sure does get in the way.
We are taking Max for his 3 year pictures this afternoon. We almost forgot about them due to his birthday being so close to the holidays. It is still January so we are fine since he turned 3 on the 6th.
No word from Babe yet, so maybe he is being discharged or his son is there. Either way I am sure he is miserable and crabby.
Lin, we are having snow/rain showers and I am so ready for Spring/Summer. I hate being cold and I haven't had my car washed in months since it is always terrible weather. I admit sometimes my coping skills come to a halt and I get a little self pity. I talk myself out of it because I know my life is much better today than it was 8 years ago. BTW I have Mr. Bean's problem on occasion and I think I discovered it might be from dairy.
Anne, yes I also read someone brought in fidget spinners and passed them out. This whole thing is a joke and a waste of time and money. I feel the whole world is laughing at us and our so called president.
Jackie, maybe some chicken and rice for George would help his tummy. You know him better than anyone so do what is best. We just hate to hear our animal friends are ill.
Buzz, maybe your new podiatrist is on vacation or did they say she would call back? I can never get a hold of my doctor and have to make appointments months in advance. I really should find a new doctor but I have been with this one so long.
Hello to everyone else, time to check the laundry and eat something.
Have a great day,
Sandy
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Yea! We have high overcast skies but it isn’t raining. Katie has been in and out numberous times just to check out the back yard for possible alien invaders. So far I believe we are safe.
sandy: I am sure in the years to come, all those yearly photos and other special photos will be precious to Lisa and your family. We have tons of photos...some are blurry and dark and really awful. But we did document most special events. No professional photographer available back then or now in our area.
Anne: the proceedings in our impeachment hearings are an example of fear, power politics, tribalism and self serving voters. We can’t blame everything on those sitting there playing games...we put them there. I used to live in a couple of states that had very self serving ethics when it came to protecting the environment and special needs people. I know how those people got into office and why.
Lin: shoveling snow is good for you and dangerous at the same time. I was always a mess afterwards. Sooooo we had a snow blower and even that was arduous. I ended up hiring it done but we could never count on them showing up. Bad weather is a sign from God to stay home and work on your creative projects and make soup.
Jackie: I give Katie a dose of powered probiotic on her food. Most of the time she likes it. But then some times she turns her nose up at that strange stuff on her food. Our vet recommended it because she has a finicky tummy. I ordered it from amazon because it is ridiculously expensive. Not sure if it helps her but I am always trying to keep her “up and running.” Yeah I was like that with our kids and I keep vitamins around for John and me. I am compulsive about weird things.
Buzz: there is something about Anthony Hopkins that is just mesmerizing. He usually plays the Villain in movies but no matter what, he really pulls it off with style. A classy dude! Interestingly John and I love films and dissect them in conversation afterwards. Our son works on many films doing special effects. He rarely enjoys films. He seems to think of them as work. He can’t get lost in the story.
Hello to all you absent sneakers! We miss you! Come on back to us!
Patsy☘️
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My hair is now shorter and tidy and my visit to my friends was pleasant although neither was feeling well. I’ve promised I will return soon but having already been away from home where the dogs were waiting I felt I should get back to let them outside. Hooray, no Betty accidents although she rushed outside when I got home so got extra hugs and a treat for being a good girl. George also seems improved but tonight will be the test. What time will I be woken up I wonder... hopefully I won’t!
Sandy, his main daily diet is chicken, rice, some minced lamb and carrots but I think perhaps scrambled eggs might be a good option tomorrow.
Lin, the Mr Bean cartoon is funny and I’m thinking a bit of plagiarism might be in order to create a plaque for Betty! 😄
Patsy, when I worked at the local tv studios back in the 90’s one colleague was a director who had been married to Joan Plowright before she became involved with Laurence Olivier when they all worked at the National Theatre. We were working together one evening and during a break in rehearsals he asked if I had seen Silence of the Lambs yet and I said I wasn’t sure I wanted to because I liked Anthony Hopkins and thought his Hannibal Lector might put me off. He said Hmm, so you like Anthony Hopkins, then told me about working with him at the National and how even as a young man he drew audiences towards any character he played, however murderous or mad. He certainly has charisma.
My battery is about to die so I’ll sign off before I lose my post.
Jackie
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HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR SNEAKERS. I believe red is the colour to celebrate. Now where's my new red and black plaid shirt!
Yesterday was a fun day and especially for the Bean. First Dorio brought the groceries and I didn't pay for them because his machine broke. However he's popping by today with a new machine. So that will be a surprise for Jilly. We then went to the mailbox and on the way back Michael was walking towards us. She strained so hard to get to him that I let go of her leash, she flew down the street and literally jumped up it into his arms. We swear she will have a heart attack one of these days such is her excitement. After that a car ride to the vets barking at the dogs on the way. A quick nail clip and back to the car to ride to the pet store to pick up her treats and visit her favourite pet store owner. Lunch, and numerous walks later, a game of fetch ball, zoomies around the coffee table, tug at stuffed foxy's tail; she then slept for 10 hours to wake me up at three am for a nature call. I thought of JACKIE and George.
Tomorrow we are off to Marks place for the 2nd Christmas, Mary Jo now recovered from her injured hip.
Well that's if the weathers okay I guess although it shouldn't stop us. A big warning of torrential rains and possible flooding on the weather icon.
No BUZZ post this morning which is unusual. Hope you are okay Buzz.
Anne.
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