Senior Golden Sneakers
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Sunday, Sunday, could be a warm but fun day! I really do have sugar-free popsicles that I made myself waiting for just the right moment. I doubt that I will be able to convince John that they are a dinner item.
I will serve him a light chicken salad in lettuce wraps or boats if the lettuce cooperates. He is pretty hard-core about dinner. As warm as it is, I know he will appreciate a cold dinner.
Sandy: you might be thinking of testing for your tummy problems in the wrong area.....ummmm the lower intestines might not be the area of concern. Stomach, esophagus would likely be an
ulcer area. Talk to your doctor before you order another procedure. This is something that John struggles with. He has ulcers from time to time, when he eats wrong or doesn’t get enough rest or is upset for some reason. There is a list of food culprits he has to avoid when he has a flare up. Once the ulcer heals, he can have a few of these things but not all.
Anne: heat does make people sick! Honestly I get absolutely fiendish when I get too hot. Hope your sons are not too ill. I know we moms worry about our boys. I have to fight my Mary Poppins instinct to rush in with my chicken soup when either of our children are ill. But I hope you can resist that urge since the pandemic is still with us.
Bob: ohhhhh baby! I would be buying one of those manikins! Seriously. What fun! Have one you could dress up for Halloween or Christmas. As a butler at parties! Good grief, you must get one. As far as Oregon wines, well there is an ongoing dispute about that, right here in this family. Oregon is famous for its award winning Pinot wines. John is a lover of deep dark cab wines. I would use those to clean the oven with, but that’s just me. And the debate goes on. Our lovely Willamette valley is dotted with small vineyards and wineries.
Jackie: oh yes! I remember that TV series. Loved it and the actor. Since we are on the verge of another lockdown, we are getting as much entertainment options as possible. We don’t have high speed connections here in this rural area so streaming is not available,e. We must buy DVDs but we are okay with that.
Stay well and vigilant!
Patsy☘️0 -
No I didn't JACKIE! I love that area around Whitby. Staithes etc. Thank you so much for sharing!
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I started watching The Prisoner JACKIE. Shades of things to come? Getting there with the virus and street surveillance etc. Anne.0
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A wet and windy start so waterproofs definitely required even if we only walk locally round the village. My temporary tomato house has collapsed and I’m not so sure the plants will survive but do have a couple more in the garden room.
Yes Anne, The Prisoner was ahead of its time and I’m sure if we all now shouted “I am not a number” few would see a problem! I’m with Patsy Bob, and would be dashing to the store to buy a mannequin although mine would be placed among the shrubbery in my garden like a Magnificent Greek god statue!
Jobs for the dogs Lin! 🤣. I’ll show your puzzle to my 2 later and see if they’ll be encouraged to do more than sleep, eat and play!
Can’t put that walk off any longer..... back later.
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BOB, ooh yes a mannequin please. I'd have mine lurking behind the frosted glass of the front door to warn all intruders, canvassers, etc that a great big muscular man lives here!
Guess what, MFP is playing up again. Impossible to type. GRRrrrrr ! Bye !
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Hello, Bob I did not see your post yesterday. MFP is so odd. The mannequins don’t seem like good company, not very talkative so I will pass on getting one. 🤣😂
Jackie, sorry your temporary tomato house collapsed. Yesterday I received a totally crushed package with my 2 tomato supports and pots. Yes, they were ordered in the spring and yes, they were continually put on back order. The fertilizer is now back ordered until mid-September. I can do nothing but laugh at this point.
Anne, sorry for the MFP problems. I have my own apparently since posts don’t seem to appear.
I don’t have to water plants this morning. I am fiddling around this morning before going to pick up my grocery order and making a trip to the post office.
Here’s a plain teapot, no description provided. A flat top😄
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Lin
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And the good news is, my M&S order is on its way. However, it will depend on delivery services over here when I actually get my pants and top. Whether you like M&S or not one can't fault them for delivery efficiency at their end at least.
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Now here's a funny coincidence. Back from a soaking doggy walk I went next door to drop off requested spare bottle of tomato feed and was faced with an image of a magician' s act gone wrong! Apparently friends of theirs were housing this lady in their attic but she's been let out to enjoy a car journey from one village to the next. I was shown a hilarious photo of her sitting strapped into her seatbelt on a back seat. The plan is to spray her green and brown so she can become a garden nymph and reside in their wild flower meadow
(Something went wrong... the nymph did a disappearing act!!)
Thanks for the giggle Bob. It's the month of the Mannequin!!
Oh dear Lin, this online shopping can be a nightmare can't it but well done for laughing unless it's hysterically! As for my new phone, I've messaged the seller to ask them to chase it. Good news though as my new garden arch has just been delivered. The driver was so pleased I'm in to receive it because there are 2 heavy packages that he'd obviously struggled with to get to my door.
Win some, lose some Lin! 🙄😏
Time for lunch!
Jackie
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Hooray for M and S Anne. Fingers crossed with your courier. 😉
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JACKIE. It wouldn't be the same for me with a garden nymph, beautiful as she is. If she lurked behind my frosted glass, all the intruders, canvassers would be flocking IN, LOL.
All depends on if my pants and top land in Cleveland JACKIE with the border shut and maybe Donald thinking something's from China with every package flown in. Now, Toronto would be a doddle. As you say hurrah for good old Marks and Spencer's! If they are this quick the family might get something for Christmas after all!
Anne.
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Hello again. Got most of the groceries on my order this morning. Most everything is put away now, the sun is out again and I am back to working on cards. Almost finished with the birthday card for the little girl. I received an email from a friend stating her grandson graduated from high school and since they could not have a reception due to COVID, here’s the address so you can send him a congratulations. Another friend also had a graduation in the family this spring. She posted some photos on Facebook but made no requests. Must think this over. If I do one, I should do both. Will mull that over.
I received some bills in the mail today so will sort through them and also a bill stuck in the front storm door. Haaaaa. They’re coming from everywhere. 😂🤣. That one was from my handyman for mowing and other odds and ends. I saw him on the street later and he mentioned he had sprayed twice for the wasps. Well, some are still out there flying around But he said he didn’t see any while he was mowing. I would think the mower sure would not attract them.
The lady parts are, ummmm, interesting but again, not anything I would find appealing unless I had some costumes for each season. 😄
Back to work.
Oh and I have found a few of these 100 piece art puzzles. I love them. Put this one together yesterday. I think this is good for the brain. Unless of course I find out that someday I can no longer do it.
Hello Sandy, Buzz, Bob and Barbie.
Lin
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Very hot yesterday. It is to be a bit cooler today but not much. Yesterday once again taught me that I am not suited for hot weather. I think of lovely Sandy sitting on her balcony, in the sun tanning like a piece of toast in the toaster. I would be like our neighbors cat. If the weather isnt perfect he hangs up on their screen door and yowls loudly.
Today is a day of the usual Monday kind of tasks. I really don’t mind them but I would like to find the energy to do some extra things. I constantly lament the pace of my efforts. I walk slow, and it does take me really twice as long to do anything. That is my new research to see if I can safely find the energy to push harder and faster. Sip gingerly at the fountain of youth....
I didn’t order anything exciting like Anne but I did order one of those tiny little air conditioners that sit on your desk. It holds about a glass of water and has a tiny fan. It can sit on my painting table and keep me cool while I doodle and fiddle. our son uses one on his computer desk. It only cools one person not a whole room or house. Silly! but I like being cool even in the winter.
I think there are many mannequin projects that are abandoned in a short time. The inner vision and the ability to recreate it in actuality is often very difficult. As you all know, I have many projects in the dungeon that need “rethinking.” There is something mesmerizing about mannequins, dolls and robots. The have personality and secret intent.
Not reading the news...being careful and safe.
Patsy☘️
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Happy Monday!
Well I wasted most of the morning trying to help Babe with a mobile dog groomer only to be told later when his DIL came home to cancel the appointment. She found a cheaper one and said there was no reason to give them Babe's credit card number over the phone and they are probably scammers. Absolutely not true and the reason they do that is to follow CDC rules so no touch of money or credit card. They have been in business for 14 years and the owner was more than patient with me because of numerous phone calls getting her information. I was so angry with Babe I told him I will never help him again and also when he gets his second stimulus check it belongs to me since he screwed me out of the first one.
He said he can't afford to give it to me and he will make it up to me. I told him I didn't want to talk to him anymore and hung up. And how was your morning?
It is already time to ride my bike, the day is flying by and I haven't done much of anything.
Oh yeah, got another text from a friend who said she is not going to spend her last years being afraid of being with us and since we are all responsible she is tired of not having her life back. I told them to go without me as I am not ready for restaurants outside or inside. Not the best morning.
Patsy, just so you know I am not sitting on my balcony getting a suntan. I tried it a couple of times but it is just too hot without a pool to float around. This is the first summer I haven't had a tan but I am fine with it.
Lin, it would take me forever to do that puzzle but you are a genius puzzle person.
Hello to everyone, but the page has flipped and so has my mind. Have a good day.
Sandy
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Something to make you smile: Robby's 6th Birthday Party. His mother went all out for movie night with a Mario theme.
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How time flies! the kids are gorgeous Read 3 days of posts today and am bleary! LIN, I am a fan of FLW and your puzzle reminds me of his home in Arizona. Can't sit any longer as I still tire easily but sending hugs and kisses to my dear friends...
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It’s been a wonderful day of 80’s & low 90’s… took a couple walks… enjoyed 70’s temp at 6am on deck…fixed my “1pm lunch at 7am” using all left-over’s from yesterday (pic). Watched several YouTube video’s covering news, lectures, health, music etc….re-visited old Regis Philbin interviews. Loved his show with Kathy Lee (great chemistry) and sad to hear of his passing. … played around with editing programs & some social media.
Spent some afternoon time organizing & cleaning my “office” area while listening to some albums (Righteous Bros., Mathis and a “special” Sonny & Cher album that hold childhood memories (pic). A low-key day overall… Just heard in last hour that GARMIN that data recovery is underway… can’t wait – thousands of steps over the last week and unable to sync with MFP – not much of a problem compared to others.
Lin – Thanks and I was happy to have that nasty beef smell gone… great job with the Dogs With Jobs puzzle. Of course, cats are different and they would be supervisors assigning jobs to owners. I know our Sabrina has me in charge of Fancy Feast. As for the mannequin – at least he’d never argue with you.
Patsy – Totally agree on mannequin fun potential. If I could have nabbed one for under $50.00 I would have picked one up. As for wine, I do love a good port like Cockburn's Special Reserve or Vintage Port (but haven’t had in a long time) and a nice Pinot’s. Guess I will have to check out the Oregon Pinot in the not too distant future. We have taken drives through the Finger Lakes area to check out wineries a few times. I love good wine and hate the stuff that just gives a nice headache LOL.
Anne - -I wonder why so many women seem to want mannequins … perhaps it has something to do with a man that looks good and says nothing. Ha ha
Jackie – that photo cracked me up!
Sandy – that Mario theme party looks awesome!
Bob…
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Sorry about my venting. Just a bad day!0
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No prob SANDY. We all have bad days. Hope today is much better, and cooler!
Jillys day wasn't so good at one point. We waited in the car behind a line of cars full of huge dogs. Jilly was finally carried into the vets looking worried to have her claws clipped. She was carried back out a quarter of a hour later, fully recovered but I am still recovering from the cost! We were told she was a very good girl. I think she should have put up a bit of a fight and made them work for the cost. $40 back paws only!
The couriers tell me my pants and top will be delivered tomorrow. 6 day wait from the UK instead of the old 3 day wait.
I don't know about the UK and the USA, but house prices are soaring here. Isn't that odd?
We are expecting a much cooler day after yesterday's unbelievable heat. In the 80s and I'm off to enjoy it. Ta ta,
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Good morning. The morning teapot.....
“ First teapot of a new week! This is a quite large 7 cup bone china teapot in the Indian Tree design by Sovereign China, circa 1970s/80s. I am not able to provide very much info about this pot as I can't find any details about the company. Johnson Brothers had a couple of companies under their wing called Sovereign Pottery, but these were based in Canada and Australia, not Stoke-on-Trent. There is no mention of Sovereign China in the online A-Z of Stoke-on-Trent potters, most curious!”
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Lin
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Update on my pants and top because I'm still amazed at the speed. They left East Midlands airport late on the 26th, arrived in Cincinnati on the 27th, cleared by customs and on the road by 4:55 am. Crossed the border and at 8:10am today on the 28th are sitting here waiting delivery to me on the 29th! I guess not much traffic at the border? Same delivery speed as before pandemic. Longest time spent was in the depot in Derby.
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Walked on the moors in a rather cool breeze but we did stay dry which is always a bonus. After an hour I could see from the top of a hill that rain clouds were chuntering across the county about 2 miles away so home we headed. Friend Jill phoned to say she will be over for a coffee in my garden tomorrow after dropping her car off for its annua MOT then I phoned another friend whose birthday it is. We had a nice catch up as she won't be going out due to having to continue to isolate.
I've been unpacking my new garden arch that arrived yesterday so that its cardboard packaging can be taken to our recycling point up by the road. No wonder the delivery man was struggling because it's very heavy until taken apart into 4 pieces so I will be needing an extra pair of hands to place it into position and bolt together..... a job for another day!
The sun has arrived so I shall potter in the garden for a couple of hours and search for the right spot for a variegated honeysuckle cutting given to me by the gardener who helped out last year. Pretty pale yellow and green leaves but no idea what colour its flower will be. A delight whatever, I'm sure.
Anne, I expect delays in Derby are due to M&S getting so many orders online these days as everyone got used to buying that way during lockdown. Their high street stores are struggling but online business is good so hopefully they will not go under as so many have. My friend whose dog I buy the painkillers for had to pay £30 just to talk on the phone to a vet for less than 5 minutes in order to renew the prescription. They've got us all over a barrel haven't they!!
Sandy, that's what friends are for so you get these things off your chest whenever you feel the need. Everyone will deal with the current distancing in their own way and if one of my friends decided it wasn't for them I would wish them well but continue to be extremely careful where I go and never feel pressured. The kiddos look as cute as ever!
Lin, I do remember seeing teapots patterned in similar style to today's picture but have no information about it in my little brain because I tended to look more at antiques.
Love your choice of music to listen to Bob. I've a cupboard full of vinyl albums from the 60's upwards until cassettes took over for awhile. When I have to clear the rooms for the asbestos removal it will be decision time on whether I get rid of some but somehow can't quite bring myself to depart with all. They do still get played occasionally!
Waving to Buzz
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Happy Tuesday! Sitting early for the two youngest as today is Robby's official birthday and mom and dad are taking him tubing. I will stay the day as they are playing volleyball tonight.
Did not sleep well as I knew I had to get up early, it is going to be a long day.
Keep safe and healthy.
Sandy
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Just found an email reading my parcel will be delivered today rather than the predicted tomorrow. Unbelievable! That means I'm only one day later then pre virus, and I did order on a Sunday!
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The parcel arrived. I sort of was expecting the worst because contents on sale at a vey low price, but I'm over the moon. The pants are a super perfect fit!......and NOT made in China!
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Enjoy your sale, ANNE!
Waving back to JACKIE, and adding the physical therapist told me I WILL walk again, with therapy. Left side is considerably weaker but responding.
LIN, you certainly have enlarged on your new hobby!
SANDY, Robby is 6 already!!!? ANd you are still the great grandmother!
BOB, is Sabrina your cat?
I'm tired after a busy afternoon, but learned how to make the wheelchair more comfortable. Buzz 0 -
Hello! Warm day again but not too bad. It is grooming day for the Kate. She will be happy for a short airy cut and makes for easy daily brushing. As I have lamented many times...this breed of sweet doggie is high maintenance.
The tiny air conditioner works very well for the purpose I wanted. Not for a whole house or even a whole large room, it is for one person and in a small area. I have it on for the grooming area. Great! That and a cd of Tina Turner. Oh Baby! Proud Mary!
Listened to a bit of Barr’s testimony. I am not really impressed with the questions or the way things are being handled. I want answers! Actually no one asked me what I wanted..........
I love our sneaker group. We are a caring supportive group, with a touch of whimsy, no small amount of wisdom and good advice. I admit to being bit full-on basket case but I love you all. Happy Tuesday. Time to continue the dog hair vacuuming!
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Good morning. I am sorry I have not had much to say and will not again today. I have 2 days of farm seminars online in July and another day in August. I thought I would have extra time but I have had a check go missing in the mail, and other things to straighten out online that just eat up time. I was just beat last night and went to bed early. A longer day today but I will be back soon.
A funny teapot today.
And matching mugs
Wishing everyone well.
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Lin 🙋🏼♀️
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Busy time for me too because during coffee time with friends in my garden my phone rang and it was the company that is fitting my new staircase..... can we do it tomorrow? No notice at all but I'm going with it which means clearing the room as much as possible and boxing small items. I came across a huge selection of cassettes that no one plays anymore which were collected in the 80's and 90's. Sad but I may as well throw them out!
My new phone has finally arrived at the pick up point so my neighbour has kindly offered to collect it as she has shopping to do anyway. It seems contacting the seller worked!
Haha, Lin, Lionel Richie! At first I thought it was my favourite painter Bob Ross.
Back later I expect.
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Busy day for me as well. I've just made out a huge order for grocery delivery, because much as I love the Organic Garage they don't stock everything the Bean and I like such as milky bone good morning treats for healthy aging (maybe I should try them) for her and Tide detergent for me, well us both actually. Snuck a couple of naughty treats for me in as well because the Organic Garage doesn't really believe in naughty treats.
I got a letter from my cousin in Australia who's convinced the virus will soon be a thing of the past. HA! Well she's very hopeful and I do hope she's right, but I don't think so with new waves cropping up.
However, I have a feeling Mike will be recalled into work in September. Jilly is really going to miss him if this is so because he is on his way right now to pop in for a couple of hours and with him she gets much longer walks than with doddery old me. We see him at least three times a week because he's bored I expect. His two best friends are still working. He is still driving the company car and I think that's a hopeful sign he will be recalled. He's not so sure, but then he's more pessimistic than me.
I better go and tidy the place up,
Have a lovely busy day Sneakers,
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