Senior Golden Sneakers
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Wow Lin, an amazing crop. I’ve never tried growing celery that way although I do have a celery container for a bunch to sit in water and stay fresh.
The jigsaw picture is just how I’d love my space to look but even with some of those items and of course the cup of tea, it never quite looks that scrumptious. Another beautiful teapot too.
A short walk this morning because neither pooch seemed that bothered. My neighbours and I then got ladders, saws, secateurs and loppers today attack overhanging trees on our shared track. It had taken 3 hours but we’re delighted with the results. Perhaps we should hire ourselves out to Patsy and John!
I stripped my bed first thing and got everything washed and hanging out on the rotary line between showers and although we had a downpour while cutting branches the sun is now beaming down on it all waving in a breeze. Definitely one of Jean’s ‘oh well’ moments Bob!
I’m resting my complaining hips while I sip coffee then I must move some furniture about so I can get a display cabinet out towards the door to be collected with a couple of other items by our council bulky items disposal department to take away. They have a warehouse of furniture to offer to families who might be struggling financially.
Sandy, we posted the same time yesterday so I missed that lovely photo of you on the trampoline. How brave! I’d be wobbling all over the place I’m sure! 😁
I’m sure we all know each other well enough not to be offended by political views and anyway, none of us is inclined to tell others what to think or do. You know what they say Patsy, you can’t change a habit of a lifetime! 😉
I’d better get on with my next job because my neighbour will help me lift the unit along the footpath to our parking area and she is currently kindly picking up an Amazon purchase of a new printer from our farm shop that has a collection hub. The old printer just decided it didn’t want to work anymore soon after I fitted new ink cartridges which cost as much as the printer. Of course the new one uses a different type... typical.
Happy Tuesday (is it Tuesday? 😜🤪)
Stay safe
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Happy Tuesday!
I am sitting most of the day today. I will be there by noon for Lisa to take the two boys for swim lessons (socially distancing) and Charlie will stay with me. Rob has management meetings all day so he couldn't help. I am sure Lisa will go to the store when they return and possibly a 3 mile walk. No sense in going back home to only come back for volleyball so I will just hang around. It is a beautiful day and not to hot.
Jackie, thanks to Lin I did finally read your post from yesterday. Lots of heavy work, please be careful.
I really don't have a lot of time so I will return tomorrow. Have a great day.
Sandy
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I'm just sitting with a cup of coffee after 2 hours weeding and cutting back trees and bushes on Maria's side. What a job! I've still got to cut branches into manageable lengths. Exhausted right now but I'll get over it after my coffee. You can imagine it's a cooler day.
I don't think anybody on our group takes offence at any political comments. Not so Janice who dropped by for a chat. I gather she is the opposite to me on the USA scene. I was awfully good and just listened. I'm like Jilly who hides behind me when strange dogs appear. I try hard to be neutral and it's not hard actually, me being a Libra sitting on the fence but quietly doing my own thing.
MFP is playing up again.
Bye,
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I delivered more zucchini to my neighbours yesterday. I wish I could share some with all of you. It is delicious and except for one large one that hid from me, they are all small and perfect for steaming. Jake got a battery operated trimmer so he could easily trim back the lavender and the daisies. Our yard is starting to look bare in many places. I am busy straining the compost to get out the shells and peels and other stuff that didn't compost completely. The compost will go to nourish the peonies and iris for next season. Right now Jake is making chicken mole in his Ninja Foodie. I'm home from my two hour walk and will shower and go out to work more on the compost. Fortunately, it is cooler today and there is rain promised for the next few days.
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Just wanted to add before I go outside again, super impressed with LINS harvest. Oh dear Lin, you will get the bug now and hardly wait all winter for spring!
Annie.0 -
Different morning today...skipped early walk for reg cardiologist appt. to monitor my various heart disease issues, coronary/carotid stenosis, cardiomyopathy, perm afib etc – blah blah blah.
Then I went to mall for walking before it opened. You might think the mall is just a boring walk, but it’s huge and includes much more than just stores and there is actually a path set out for mall-walkers. . Here’s a cell pic.
Got home to discover Jean’s sunflower she planted from seed had bloomed. She was thrilled as you can see here.
Rest of the day has been culling thru photos to edit from the senior photos taken last week.
Anne – your words are always a please, as is the poetry.
Jackie – your post led me to look forward and just watched
Britain’s wartime sweetheart Dame Vera Lynn dies aged 103 - BBC News (Learned something I didn’t know)
https://youtu.be/C7sXjjll5uI
Lin – you probably announced this before – but how big is that tea pot collection… what a unique and wonderful interest. Love the broccoli sprouts and tomatoes! – amazing the amount of veggies I eat now compared to years ago and as a teen. Jean planted tomatoes for the first time in earnest this year and the 1 sunflower noted above. She is already planning next year.
Sandy – You are obviously a huge help with the kids. Not sure what our schedule will be this year with so many school issues up in the air. You’ll no doubt be tired by tonight.
Barbie -- “I wish I could share some with all of you.” From your lips to… LOL… Love zucchini.
Dang… the day has flown by… Bye for now. Bob
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BOB. Love the way the sunflower is looking down on Jean. Almost as if it's saying Mama, lol. Actually it's rather like the Bean stalk in "Jack and the Beanstalk". And will it continue growing upward? Tell Jean to watch out for descending ogres just in case. Although I believe she's okay because it's
Fee fi fo fum
I smell the blood of an Englishman,
Be he alive, or be he dead,
I'll grind his bones to make my bread.
Whoops there I go again! But didn't we learn awful nursery rhymes as children!
BARBIE, I'll order zucchini this week and pretend it's yours, but it won't taste as good I bet.
Love your celery pot JACKIE.
And LIN, I will not chuck out the core bottom of my next bunch of celery!
Where's our PATSY today? And we know SANDY will be leaping up and down on the trampoline.
Not so, me and BUZZ methinks. However I have discovered the secret to weight loss. Just have a large back molar out. I do believe I've got ribs!
Feel quite smug. Finished up with two big bags of garden waste, loads still to do though.
Peaceful afternoon, the Bean slept through it after a morning of barking at dogs and passing Janice's.
News time, let's see what my neighbours to the south have been up to! Getting interesting in the land of Uncle Sam.
Night night,
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LIN, I'm drooling!
PATSY, thank you for your explanations, and they make a lot of sense to me! I heard Michelle Obama's speech for the Democratic Convention, and she was superb! Too bad we didn't get warned 4 years ago! Hopefully, we will regain common sense and understanding this November and help pull our beloved country back on the right path! Buzz 0 -
Hi Buzz!❤️🙋🏼♀️
A tea set with no information.
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Morning all, just when my gum has the odd twinge and I'm on the mend, I went into the garden yesterday and spent roughly four hours cutting things back to some semblance of order and guess what! Harry's insect population rallied to the cry of "its Christmas dinner next door lads" and descended on me in my garden and today I'm itching all over the damn place. At least I'm not focussing on the gum anymore!
That looks like a Japanese teaset to me LIN. Not that I'm an authority on teasets.
I'm hoping Mark will cut the grass today, it looks awfully untidy. It will all depend if he gets his kidney stone results. So far, alls quiet in that region and I'm hoping he's passed it, but I guess he would know if he had!
Well, I will scratch off and make a cup of coffee before deciding if I dare go out and tackle more undergrowth. Somehow I think it will be frost time before my garden looks nice again.
Annie 😳🐝
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Lost a long post, I know not why, just whooshed into a corner of the screen never to be found again. Big sigh and back later!
Jackie0 -
Hello sneakers! Not sure what the day will actually look like. Overcast at the moment. Yesterday was hot. John did the marketing and I cleaned out the refrigerator. I need to attack the freezer today.
I can listen to the speeches from the convention and still attend to my various chores. I love all of passion and patriotism I am hearing. It is satisfying to hear others say on a huge nationwide soapbox the same things we all are thinking.
Back to my chores, our refrigerator has very deep shelves. Often things get shoved to the back and slowly turn toxic. My job was to remove everything and wipe off the shelves and bottles etc before John returned with more stuff to shove to the back of the refrigerator. Is there a pattern here?
I need to find a way to do more outdoor cleanup. I think I should hire Jackie and Anne. What do you ladies charge to clear out acres of blackberries, weeds and encroaching ivy? As for all of the mosquitos, Anne, you can order that “Skin so soft” bath oil from Avon online. Avon is worldwide. We used it to ward off the clouds of mosquitos when we lived in Alaska. You just squirt some on and head outside. The little bloodsucking demons buzz around but rarely bite.
Back to work.............
Patsy☘️
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A chilly morning at 56 degrees…wore a light jacket for my walk. Then got cleaned up and did some bank errands etc. Observing others it appears to be a mix of some coming out of their shell, others with no patience and one person driving with mask and gloves by themselves.
Back home and then it was out to Target for supplies the grocery store didn’t have. Then a brief visit to Kohls for a small item Jean needed. I spotted a matching pair of Christmas PJ’s I thought might bring a laugh to the grandkids if we wore… Orig $52.00 then minus $41.00 for clearlance, then $2.41 Kohls cash – Final Price $5.91 Ho Ho Ho
Just grilled our lunch. Mine was: Buffalo patty burger & grilled veggies. Been eating a lot of Jeans tomatoes.
Lin – Taking a hint from Anne all I can say is: Arigatōgozaimashita for sharing. LOL
Anne – Just reading about 4 hours in the garden has me tired…glad the gums are better but sorry about the insect attack. Perhaps you should get the PJ’s I mentioned above for "its Christmas dinner next door lads"
Off for now. Bob – Enjoy the day
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Happy Wednesday! I am recovered from my marathon sitting day. Those kids have so much energy and grandma does not. Even the dog zooms around at 100 miles an hour which if he ran over a kid I would hate to see the damage. Today I have to bring my car to Ford for a recall on door latches. Ford said it would only take about 15 minutes to check them but I guarantee they will come back to me and tell me I need other work for a hefty sum. I do have a dent in my right left fender from when I hit the gas pump pole but I do not want to make an insurance claim so until I can afford to have it fixed it will stay. I ordered groceries from Walmart but they didn't have a good time for today so I will pick them up tomorrow after my meeting. Making chicken wings on the grill for dinner, my favorite.
Jackie, sorry about your post, I hate that. Hope all is well and the remodel is going well.
Anne, oh no, I am so sorry about the mosquito attack. When we have movie night we have to spray ourselves to avoid the nasty things. Doesn't always work. I did jump in the trampoline but not for long, it is exhausting.
Buzz, so happy you are joining us so often, a sign of recovery.
Bob, wow 103, pretty amazing. Great pictures of jean and her sunflower. Your mall reminds me of Woodfield mall which is near me, it is also huge.
Barbie, my friend sent me a link yesterday to see if I was interested in a Ninja since it was reduced from $269.99 to $159.99. I really don't know much about it, but I might do some research.
Lin, I hope your weather is as beautiful as ours is today. I have the windows open and if feels wonderful.
Ok, I better get ready to bring my car in or I will be bringing it in my robe. lol
Have a good day.
Sandy
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A pork chop with home grown potato and onion roasting in the oven and I'm fed up with struggling with bits of board that cling to my walls whatever I try so will try again to post. I'm now on my old desktop which although a bit clunky, doesn't tend to whiz my posts away into the ether. Of course I have to remind myself I'm just a bit older than when I first moved here and managed all sorts of DIY tasks as well as hold down a full time job plus I could get in a handyman to finish off for me then I can concentrate on clearing the furniture before Mr Asbestos man does his thing next Tuesday.
An Atlantic storm arrived in the early hours and woke me with its screaming wind and by 6.30am I was too curious about the sound of running water not to get up. Horizontal rain and nasty gales with more to come tonight so here perhaps comes Autumn. Funnily enough yesterday evening was beautiful with clear skies so I sat outside watching the Swallows teach their young how to dip and swoop over the trees and thought they must be getting themselves prepared for their long return flight to Africa.... they knew what was coming!
Apart from a doggy walk to the Quoit I've done nothing too energetic, in fact spent a couple of hours in front of the tv watching what I generally refer to as daytime rubbish!! That's what sent me into the old dining room to pull board off the walls and expose some rather dodgy looking wiring.
Thanks Bob for posting the BBC news video about Vera Lynn's recent death. My radio is on far more than the tv so although I knew she had passed away and did make a point of watching an item about her funeral when a couple of Spitfires flew overhead, I hadn't seen a full report. My father fought in the Far East and was a part of the army units in what was referred to as the forgotten war so it was lovely to see the men enjoying her company.
That's a wonderful sunflower smiling down on Jean and I'm thinking if she moved to its other side that gaze would follow her!
The Christmas outfits made me laugh... what a bargain AGAIN!
Sandy, do you know a different garage where you can double check anything the Ford dealers tell you? Our dealerships don't have a great reputation but we can ask our recovery company to check so long as we are a member. At least with my leak a couple of weeks ago, the lady I spoke to was right, because now the weather has cooled and A/C is no longer required the garage floor is dry again.
Anne, the Avon spray is really cheap here, in fact my neighbour buys 6 at a time and although I would never have believed if would work, I've not been bitten by the pesky midges or even horse flies except once when I once forgot to spray myself. Four hours gardening is amazing and I'm sure Jilly would have loved to be outside checking on everyone that passed by. Do you have many apples this year to be scrumped?
Patsy, my only charge for working in your garden would be a few bowls of those blackberries and the occasional break to play with Katie! Would she play with me though, that's the thing?
An interesting tea set Lin. Finger bowls rather than tea cups.
Hello Buzz, are you still in the hospice area? I can imagine your political scene has you counting the days. Our Boris seems to have done what we call a bunk again after an exams results debacle that has left many students high and dry without university places. This bloomin' virus has a lot to answer for!
Time to steam some veggies.
Happy Wednesday everyone.
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Good afternoon. I finally got some cards mailed after watering my plants and grabbing more tomatoes. I attended a Zoom meeting on tillage methods and cover crops. Then a long (and long awaited) call with Social Security. I always get so nervous with these things. Especially when they read that statement about penalties for misrepresentations etc. Argh. Then talked to a friend for an hour or so. Lots to discuss.
And for me, not totally unexpected news, the person who has been directing and conducting all the great adult classes and activities at my library sent a text that no activities would resume through the end of the year BUT ALSO she is retiring effective January 1st. At this point, no one to take over all the creative things she took care of so doubly upset. And the fact I will not see her or any of my creative buddies. We had such a good time together.
Slap in the face. I hate reality.
I am attending nightly meetings on a crop scouting tour. It is an annual event but this is the first time it is online and free to attend. Tonight and tomorrow night will cover sections of Iowa. I am very interested in their assessment after boots in the field today.
Jackie, a friend of mine said, well what’s next. And she answered her own question, an early frost and a very long winter. Oh my, I hope that is not the next thing on the calendar (of Misfortunes AKA 2020). And now you are talking about your storm and perhaps Autumn. Oh my!
Sandy, I hope all worked out with the door handles. I don’t like going to the dealership either, they always want to do more expensive work once they get their hands on the car. You have one bunch of energetic kids (plus 1 dog) to look after. I hope as they get older they do not become even more wild. At some point, a person cannot keep up!
Bob, I love the pj’s. And again what a deal. Wow!! Lovely lunch once again as well. I too loved the sunflower photo. Tell Jean I like her sunny friend. And you are welcome for the teapot post. I wonder if those are cups with covers. Their cups do not have handles. Anyway, I have no idea but I am in a couple of groups on Facebook for teapot collectors as well as a British history page so I share photos from the many posts I see. Apparently there is no end to the appetites of teapot collectors. Or should I say a thirst for teapots?
Patsy, cleaning the refrigerator is a big job. Thankfully it isn’t needed often. I have not be listening to any of the convention as it conflicts with the farm updates as there are no replays of those. I get lots of snippets on the news programs and web sites.
Anne, you are a busy lady. And apparently quite strong and energetic! Sorry for the itching. I detest mosquito bites!
Barbie, I would love to be on your zucchini route. ❤️❤️ I love them!! Jake is making good use of that Ninja Foodie.
Buzz, did I miss you today? ❤️❤️
If anybody cares, I take the base of the celery, stick tooth picks on four sides of the base and suspend it just in a container of water. I keep the container er full and mist it every day. After it has lots of roots, I transfer it to soil. I guess many people never do that, they stick with the water.
Well, best move along. Evening meal, dishes, cleaning up, oh and must get the mail and then hours of listening and watching and really want to pay attention!
All best wishes.
Lin🙋🏼♀️
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Hi JACKIE, and everyone. Yes, I am still in hospice, but not sure for how long.My latest lab test may decide! I'm fine while sitting, but my breathing becomes puffy when standing or walking. I should ask a doctor if the medications might be affecting me.
Our TV is consumed with the coming election, and has many interviews with people agreeing with Trump's shortcomings and incompetence, but will nevertheless vote for him simply because he's running again!!! It's only 6:24 PM, and I can't keep my eyes open. Is my lethargy physical or psychological?
Have a healthy evening and I'll try to check in tomorrow. Buzz
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Lin, I looked on google to find out more about today’s tea service and found this gentle video. Now that’s a pace of life we should all follow!
https://youtu.be/4wQVxj_0Mdo
Anne was right... No cup handles required!
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Interesting video Jackie. ❤️
Teapot once again
Royal Worcester c 1890
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Wild weather with damaging gusts of wind so that even washing that was out to dry has been brought in before it takes off. I went early to the supermarket then took the pooches round the block choosing a route that didn’t involve walking under bowing and bending trees! It’s not at all cold, just got a knock you down wind! 😧
Anne, do you remember that little ditty Whether the weather be fine or whether the weather be not..... goes on to something like we’ll weather the weather whatever the weather..... that’s me today! 🤪
I’ve made a large pot of courgette (Zucchini) and sweet potato curry, some of which I’ll freeze and since it’s already 2pm will now get back to collecting “bits” to be put out of the way for now. I’m hoping to be mercenary before putting everything back because there’s definitely too much!
A nice Willow Pattern teapot Lin but who’s the fella in a kilt? 😆
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Hi everybody. I remember, which is probably not quite right JACKIE:
Whether the weather be cold, whether the weather be hot,
Whatever the weather
We'll weather it together,
Whether we like it or not.
I'll be back later because Beans got an upset tum and I've decided to stop buying store treats but make my own.
The one I fancy involves pumpkin purée, peanut butter, two eggs and whole wheat flour.
Of course I've already put my order in for tomorrow and I'm now trying to figure out how to add a can of pumpkin purée. Too late I think so will have to wait until Saturday and a car trip.
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Happy Thursday! I am being naughty and missing my meeting today because it was the only time the girl who cuts my hair was available. She works out of her house and we both wear masks so we both feel safe. I will then pick up my groceries from Walmart.
I got my results from my blood test and my cholesterol went from 259 to 150. I asked my doctor if I could stop taking the medicine now since it was messing with my tummy and other things. She said no and prescribed another pill. So far I think I cannot eat dairy, cauliflower, brussel sprouts and now salad. What is left to eat??? I cut out iceberg and went to romaine but that doesn't seem to be working either. Will see if the new pill helps or hurts.
Anne, I am with Bean, maybe I should just eat boiled chicken and rice which we gave Daisy with her tummy problems. But then the vet said too much chicken isn't good for her either.
Just can't win.
The page has flipped and my memory isn't working so have a good day.
Sandy
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Good afternoon.
Jackie, sorry the weather is foul. I see Anne provided the words you were seeking. I hope your day is going well.
Anne, sorry to hear of the Jillo’s problems. Yes, once an order is placed it is difficult to change things unless you order from a place that allows changes. I order most often from Whole a foods and there are no changes allowed once you hit the order button.
Sandy, sometimes you have to adjust things even when you hardly ever make a change to something. Hope your hair appt goes well and that Walmart has the items you ordered.
I was ready to place an order with Whole Foods for a few things but one item is out of stock so I do not have a sufficient $ amount to order at this time.
Buzz, good afternoon❤️❤️ Hoping you are well.
Bob, 🙋🏼♀️ to you and Jean.
Patsy, I hope your day is going well m
Meanwhile, I spent a long time on the phone with a friend this morning. She is bemoaning having nothing to look forward to and is tired of the things she does on a regular basis. Couldn’t help her a bit. Nothing seemed to interest her.
I am starting to search for a light that will help with seasonal affective disorder. Who knows how long winter may be and I have trouble most years staying in when I had numerous trips out each week. I think it is essential this year.
One more evening of online crop tour results. I hope tonight things work well. Last evening it was just getting interesting when everything froze up. It did not return so I was disappointed but read an article online this morning that summarized the day’s findings.
I am also mulling over ideas for fall/Halloween/Thanksgiving cards. Haven’t made any starts yet. Don’t want to waste my supplies!
Take care everyone.
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The Joy of Painting with Bob Ross is on in the background... goodness, how many programmes did he record? Happy little clouds over a pink sky!
I managed to fill a couple of containers with nic-nacs and put them in the back of my car along with dining chairs so I could drive them to the lock-up my neighbours offered. As a thank you I’ve given them an antique granite garden ornament and we had fun moving it across to their property as it’s so heavy. More sliding than carrying!
The veggie curry is delicious and I’ve just finished a bowl with a side salad...who knows, perhaps I will have lost another pound for weigh in tomorrow. 😛
The wind continues to howl and I gather rain is on its way but we’re tucked indoors with Bob Ross and my cup of tea so it can do whatever it wants outside!
Drat, I’m typing in the posting box on the previous page so can’t re-read posts. I do remember Sandy has a hair appointment and Lin is planning Halloween already!
Yes Anne, if we put our 2 weather the weather efforts together we’ve probably got it!
Hello Buzz, Patsy and Bob. I’m guessing Bob is enjoying a Jean tomato in a cheerful salad as I type!
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Mark came over and cut the back lawn. That alone makes the place look tidier but he also swept up debris and cleared Harry's side of the property. The enormous thistle that was peeping at me through the kitchen window is a goner. He was all of 6ft and a bit with enormous thorns! I wasn't idle, I cut yet more branches into manageable lengths and raked up lawn cuttings etc. Jilly just looked her usual little self watching the humans work. It's a dogs life! BUT I'm hoping she's got over her upset tum because she did zoomies around the LR when we came in for lunch AND she ate all her chicken and rice. Now sleeping off her restless night and I wish I could!!!
Anyway, if I keep this up, a little a day, I can see us maybe tidy by October. Unbelievable the many tree saplings growing, but then, we live in a wooded area with an enormous maple behind us. Two things that have really grown big, two holly bushes, plenty of branches for a merry Christmas!
Our weather is bearable today, but we are back into the 30s for Friday and the weekend.
Oh and best of all I'm eating normal again. Homemade Chinese stir fry for lunch with loads of veggies and some chicken stolen from Jillys store. You really appreciate getting your teeth into something solid after 10 days of soup, soggy weetabix, mashed potato salad etc.
Anne, still sleepless in Ontario. 😳🐶0 -
Hi, a small grocery order should be delivered a bit later. Meanwhile, just a teapot.
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Lin
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Love it Lin and collectible I bet!
Our wild weather continues but took the dogs on to the moors in spite of gales and driving rain.
It’s George’s unofficial birthday today based on information left with him at the shelter. Eight years old already and still very puppyish. My neighbours popped round with birthday treats, cakes for the humans to enjoy with coffee and a squeaky toy that Betty immediately stole!
I’m disappointed with my lack of weight loss and see Anne has had a similar week but all we can do is persevere.
Must drive into town on a couple of errands this afternoon then press on with emptying cupboards.
Happy Friday everyone 🥰
Jackie
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It's almost as if our bodies are happy with the present weight JACKIE because however hard I try I simply can't get lower. I'd be happy with 2 lbs lower, but no, virtually impossible.
Hard to believe George is 8 years old! The same age as Jill's present age when she came to live with me at 10 weeks old. Doesn't time fly past at an alarming rate. We must enjoy every second of every day whatever it brings,
Jill is on the mend thank goodness. I was really worried the last three days.
She will enjoy Dorio rolling up with the groceries.
My back room (art dungeon) blinds collapsed in a big heap when I opened them. They are pretty ancient. Marks going to try and fix but I hope he can't. I fancy wider wooden slats to match the rest of the house than these pesky plastic dust catching inherited things. It seems we are into a pre Christmas winter clean up and not only in the gardens.
Annie - awake in Ontario.😳❤️🐶
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Good morning. We are under hazy skies that are coming from the sad wildfires in California. My heart breaks when I think of the tragedy upon tragedy going on there. We had a blessed little shower last night. It has been so hot and dry, it has been alarming. We are like a tinderbox, just ready for a careless act to bring disaster here. Our firefighters are helping in California as well as Colorado!
I have been obsessed with the virtual convention. So many interesting speakers. Today and this weekend I must try to get a bit more chores done. We are in the midst of having to change internet providers. Such a crazy decision. Do we go cable again? Do we get rid of that obscene doodad hanging on the side of our house? Why is this such a hard decision? John has picked up this ball and has announced that he will be gathering info and will discuss all with me in due time. Hummm...not sure about this. As I said, why is this so hard?
I have been exercising more lately because I am so creaky. The heat really gives me something to think about. I have been thinking about a stool with large wheels to sit on as I cook and clean in the kitchen. It might be just an unworkable fantasy. I might be trying to buy something that doesn’t exist for a job that requires a bit of elbow grease and grit.
Jackie: our Katie is 4 years old. She is still a puppy (! ) and has baskets of toys that she drags out each evening for us to play with together. Even John gets to play with her teddy bears and squeaky toys. We have never had a dog that continues to enjoy toys like Katie. Katie naps with one of her stuffed animals cuddled next to her in her doggy bed. More of that large litter inherited altitude.
Anne: in my experience, there is always a spirit muse living in studios and dungeons. She loves light and doesn’t mind a bit of dust and dust bunnies. Toss out the old shades, and enjoy the light and enjoy a cup of tea with your muse. That’s usually my plan.
Lin: funny teapot. Had me humming the beatle classic, “Yesterday..all my troubles seemed so far away🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶”
Sandy: there you are with your hair looking great. Mine hasn’t looked good in months. Most of the salons have closed here. We are all looking rather disheveled.
On to clean the kitchen and listen to my Beatle cd.
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Happy Friday! Laundry has been started and probably some sprucing up in the house. All my groceries but one cleaning item were in stock but I stopped in the Dollar Tree and got a replacement plus some other items including some low cholesterol sides. Before Walmart I got my hair cut and I love it, also had to go to ATM to make a deposit. Today other than the bike and visiting Joe will be a stay at home day.
Anne, am I understanding you right, Jilly is eight years old? I am sure I am misunderstanding.
I am glad Jilly is feeling better, I feel her pain.
I just read that scientists want to release a new mosquito they changed that will eat bugs but not bite people. What do you think?
Happy Birthday George!! I hope mom spoils you on your special day!!
Lin, I love that tea pot, so cute!!
Hello to everyone, time to fold the laundry. Have a great day.
Sandy
One Day at a Time
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