Senior Golden Sneakers

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  • Gawanne35
    Gawanne35 Posts: 2,670 Member
    LIN, you pay on the way out of the dental office here. I don't know what would happen if you didn't pay. Held hostage until your relatives bail you out? Maybe it's a policy for us who have no insurance?
    Anne.
  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,194 Member
    :) Today I planted more iris bulbs and watered all of them along with the 30 tulip 🌷 bulbs. Rain is coming so nature can take over the watering job
    Barbie
  • Sandydur
    Sandydur Posts: 9,318 Member
    https://youtu.be/9gSGMnGl734 Let me know if this works.
  • pinkperil
    pinkperil Posts: 5,072 Member
    Sandy, when I click on to your video it shows a message “null ! if the owner of this video has granted you access, please sign in” so I do but then I click on the bottom right arrow it takes me to YouTube but not your video.
    Jackie
  • linder4866
    linder4866 Posts: 11,414 Member
    Same here Sandy.
  • linder4866
    linder4866 Posts: 11,414 Member
    Anne and Jackie, sorry, I was thinking of my regular dentist. They send in a claim on my insurance and then I pay the balance. When I went to have a tooth pulled I had to pay BEFORE they would provide service.

    Duh.

    Lin🙋🏼‍♀️
  • NikonPal
    NikonPal Posts: 1,346 Member
    Anniversary dinner yesterday was fantastic. Jean had Chicken Parmigiano w/ penne pasta & salad. I tried to stay low carb and had Tuscan Pork Chop - topped with pesto, roasted peppers and asiago cheese, finished with a balsamic reduction, broccoli and salad. FABULOUS! (Of course, numerous safe-guards re: virus – you call from parking lot and they bring you in so no congregating, masks when not sitting etc.)

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    The wake we attended yesterday was different of course with all the precautions, but at least people got to say “goodbye” and give their condolences.

    Awoke at 3:15am today with severe lower leg cramps (not sure if connected with meds) – took half hour to walk out – so stayed up and got to gym at 5am – 7000 steps by 6am YES!

    Looking forward to a great day…

    Jackie – I see even a “porridge morning” can’t stop you from a good walk. And yes, I was very lucky finding Jean. There is something to be said about meeting in your 40’s… you know what you do/don’t want and what you will/won’t accept. I knew I wanted to meet someone that had a sense of humor (or it would never work), volunteered (because that would tell me that person didn’t just think about themselves) and last – some kind of spirituality (no ridged rules, just a belief in something larger than ourselves). Jean had all of these.

    Sandy – Manilow has always been a big part of our lives. Jean has been to over 2 dozen concerts since the 70’s and I have been to at least 8. Jean has met and been kissed by Barry. My daughter’s name is “Mandy” – what does that tell you. I could go on, but will spare you.

    Here is part of Jean's music collection. LOL

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    As for weight, I have always struggled and carried an “extra” 30 lbs when I met Jean…The “real” weight was packed on years later. Jean “never” said a negative word and when I would say something she'd say “I don’t care what you weigh - I just want you around a long time.”

    I was always the one that would bring it up. I feel the same about her – I just want her healthy and weight etc. would never be a factor. I believe initial attractiveness can be a factor – but the things I mentioned to Jackie are the only real important things for me. My first phone conversation with Jean went on for a couple hours and I am a 3 min phone call kind of person. We were “very” open about everything with each other. We saw each other “every day after our first date” – and that really was 3 dates at once – we went to dinner, then a movie, then to a high school event she was committed to attending.

    I didn’t want to waste time with the wrong person… so I made it clear that it was perfectly ok if we both weren’t looking for the same thing…as it turned out… I proposed at 90 days and we were married 6 months after we met… Jean mentioned just yesterday how easy it was… We’ve never really “worked” at marriage – we just “respect and care” for each other and honestly “don’t sweat the small stuff” (and as the saying goes – it’s all mostly small stuff.)
    OK – that’s more than you wanted to know. LOL

    Have a great Monday! Bob
  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,194 Member
    :)Bob, Happy Anniversary. I loved the story of your meeting and marrying Jean. There are many similarities to my relationship with my husband. I wish you and Jean many more great years together.

    :) Today I will plant the last of the iris bulbs. Then I will be finished with yard work for awhile (unless Jake asks me to plant his share of the tulip bulbs like he did last year). That will allow more mornings for dancing.

    <3 Barbie
  • Gawanne35
    Gawanne35 Posts: 2,670 Member
    I'm beginning to think the secret to a good marriage is people who have very similar temperaments BOB. I loved my ex to pieces but he was so opposite to me, well he couldn't have been more so. Even my relatives nicknamed him Heathcliff (from Wuthering Heights). We did the personality test once at work and he was completely logical, I forget, but left brain I believe. I came out completely right brain. My family of my generation and above loved life to the full, much merriment at family gatherings.
    A very handsome man he met his second wife when we arrived in Quebec. World wind romance you could say and he told me he and she were completely in tune, like looking in a mirror.

    It all worked out well in the end. Me enjoying my at first unwanted freedom and him still with wife No. 2.
    Younger son Mark and Mary Jo are very similar in temperament and are very happily married.

    Anyway, it seems to be the secret, that and don't marry at 20 ! Unless you are like PATSY and her John.

    Polish the furniture day, then my worst job, dust the blinds,

    Anne.
  • linder4866
    linder4866 Posts: 11,414 Member
    Hello, lovely stories today. As for me, here’s a teapot. ☺️

    “This is a Judith Weber teapot set I paid retail for because I loved the visual lines. I put it out in autumn because of the colors - orange outside and a chocolate brown inside (the lighting doesn't show the richness of the brown).”

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    This reminds me of the ‘70s when oranges, browns and greens seemed to be everywhere.

    Lin
    ❤️❤️
  • Sandydur
    Sandydur Posts: 9,318 Member
    edited October 2020
    Happy Monday! It was a chilly morning but going into the 60's today and then a few days of the 70's. Not much on my agenda today, filling out my mail in ballot, riding the bike and a visit with Joe. Also have a couple of phone calls to make and will try to call Buzz as well.
    The problem with my youtube video was that I had it private so I changed it and hopefully you can now verify if indeed I had a woodpecker.
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    I won't even go into my two marriages except the first one too young, the second one didn't pay attention to red flags. Enough said.

    Lin, I do like this tea set, very modern.

    Anne, I agree with the unwanted freedom, I love being on my own and doing what I want.
    I do miss the companionship but luckily I have a family to visit and friends that care.

    Barbie, I remember some of your story but not all, that's what happens as I age. lol

    Bob, I have only been to two of Barry's concerts but must admit I didn't go to many concerts.
    You have a fairy tale marriage and I am so happy to see someone love marriage the way you and Jean do.

    Patsy, hope all is well.

    This is my last try with the video so I hope it works. Have a great day and stay safe and if you were in the hospital I would hope you would stay in your room and not infect other people.
    Just saying.

    Sandy
    One Day at a Time
  • linder4866
    linder4866 Posts: 11,414 Member
    Sandy, Looks like a small woodpecker, a Downy Woodpecker perhaps.
  • pinkperil
    pinkperil Posts: 5,072 Member
    Hmm, I logged on and typed a post this morning but where oh where has it gone? Anyway, I mentioned I had google searched Patsy’s Mars planet theory and yes, she is right. An unusual occurrence with them sitting so close together but then lots of strange events these days. Apparently Venus was bright and sitting next to a new friend too but not the Harvest moon!

    Yes Sandy, you’re right about the Woodpecker. We have a pair nesting not too far away and I think they are called Speckled in the UK. We also have a green coloured variety but they are rare in this part of the country. Your last comment gave me a giggle but you know his ardent supporters are his oxygen! 😉

    Fabulous tea set today Lin and yes, definitely 1970’s orange. When I first moved into this cottage and began decorating I discovered the walls on the landing and in the stairwell had once been that colour and when the electrician removed the bracket off the wall that had been holding the electric heater that threw itself at me last week there was old orange and yellow floral wallpaper sitting behind it.

    Bob, the radio station I mostly listen to daytime plays Mandy at least once a day but when I hear the piano introduction to Could it be magic, another favourite of theirs, I have to stop what I’m doing and turn the volume up full blast! I was more into Neil Diamond back when although have to admit his dress sense wasn’t the best!

    Anne, another comment of mine first thing was how grateful I am for our NHS when I see the amounts you have to pay. When I lived in Toronto I endured 3 wisdom teeth being pulled by an English dentist I wasn’t too impressed with (a bit of a brute) but luckily my employer payed for insurance cover. Last year I had 2 crowns glued in for just £52 and so far they’re hanging on!!

    A courier just phoned to let me know he will deliver a sideboard Thursday I bought on eBay and while I chatted to him Brady brought a dead mouse in!! Hey ho, Time to put the oven on, cook a free range chicken breast and prepare veggies to steam. Eric Carmen singing All By Myself on the radio... another blast from the past!

    Stay safe and warm.
    Jackie
  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,194 Member
    :)Lin your mention of the orange teapot as a 1970's color reminded me of the color we painted our kitchen in 1979
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  • Gawanne35
    Gawanne35 Posts: 2,670 Member
    Definitely a woodpecker. They visit the old Apple tree in my back garden all the time.

    Jackie our old village English dentist was so brutal he was nicknamed Butcher Brown.

    Finally I feel like the old pesty Anne. Full of the joys of spring. Yes, I moved the bookcase but honestly it was very light with books and shelves removed. Love the new position. My eyes are drawn to my Toby jugs and books and not to Harry the lad. I have not repaired the plaster and bracket however. Still doing as I'm told. 😇Anne.
  • Sandydur
    Sandydur Posts: 9,318 Member
    I called Babe's brother to see how they were doing to be told he was in the hospital with Covid 19. I was able to call him in the hospital and talk to him. He went in because of an urinary tract infection but of course they test everyone and he tested positive. He said he feels fine so the doctors think he may be Asymptomatic. He is one of my favorite people so I pray he will be fine. I tried to call Babe to tell him about his brother but he doesn't answer. I hope he is not in hospital since he was sick with vomiting and diarrhea but no fever. This has really been some year.

    Sandy
  • jwubben6600
    jwubben6600 Posts: 1,677 Member
    Hello everyone! We have a mild sunny day here. I have to groom Katie and that will top the day. A huge vacuuming of the entire main floor. Dusting tomorrow and I will only have time to fix a quick turkey sandwich for our dinner. Katie keeps us from moldering in our reading chairs.

    I almost keeled over laughing when I read about Bob’s requirements for a life companion. John and I could not be any more different. Oh we have a couple of things in common but even then, we come at them in a totally different way. I am a messy person but I do dig in and sort things out on a regular basis. John is like general Patten. He tries to order me and Katie around. We ignore his suggestions and go our own way. I just giggle and I drive him to distraction, I fear. I have an unruly sense of humor, John sometimes just doesn’t “get” my jokes. I have to explain them. Seriously! He tends to forget details except when it comes to numbers etc.. He almost never needs a telephone book because he remembers most telephone numbers once he Internalizes them. Not me! I almost know my own number...almost! I could go on and on. No we are not alike but we are both very physical. Hug and kiss and pat and snuggle constantly. Much more than either of our parents were. I tend to be like that with our kids and good friends. Not John! Only me and our kids. You can imagine this isolation is killing me.

    We have lots of woodpeckers. Those little birds can cause damage actually. They are relentless when they spot an area with some insects or other bugs. Soon there is a hole in the wood or rather several holes. Maybe it is just Oregon woodpeckers....they are rude and noisy.

    I never give advice on marriage or what works or doesn’t work. John and I don’t really even like the same kind of music. He likes “white bread music.” (johnDenver, The Carpenters,The Beach Boys) I like rock and roll, jazz, blues and Mozart. We tolerate each other’s sounds. I am grateful that John sees something in me that he loves and values. I feel the same.

    Just a note here...I think you sneakers are all very different, yet I have incredible affection for each of you.
    Patsy ☘️
  • Gawanne35
    Gawanne35 Posts: 2,670 Member
    Ah, I think you have hit the nail on the head PATSY. I could never snuggle, hug or play with my ex. He would get quite rigid if one tried. Tried tickling him when we were very young. You would have thought I'd attacked him with a hammer! Thank goodness I've always had a cat or a dog to cuddle, friends and relatives to giggle with, sons who put up with me and my strange sense of humour!
    Takes all sorts to make a world and how wonderful you found the right sort to share the journey with.
    Carry on snuggling!
    Anne. ❤️❤️
  • pinkperil
    pinkperil Posts: 5,072 Member
    Look who just popped on to the tv... A legendary concert on Broadway!
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    I’d stay up and watch but it’s past my bedtime. 😴
    Jackie
  • pinkperil
    pinkperil Posts: 5,072 Member
    Good morning sneakers. Showers and the rare ray of sunshine but that's better than a constant downpour isn't it. My greenhouse has arrived with one young man named Dan (they're all young to me these days!) who has to lift heavy cedar wood sections and glass to erect it on his own. I can't believe they would expect one person to carry this out but times they are a-changing and most are grateful to get work of any kind. He apparently had a terrible journey the last few miles on a road I rarely take because it is so narrow and some drivers can be inconsiderate but is quietly getting on with the task. George is shut in with me because he will otherwise get under his feet and of course is barking continuously. Once I know Dan is settled I'll walk the dogs round the block.

    Jackie
  • Gawanne35
    Gawanne35 Posts: 2,670 Member
    Just in time for winter JACKIE! My African Violet is finally on the way out. I've had her for 30 years and inherited her so don't know how old she actually was. She grew to gigantic cabbage like proportions at her best. Time to look for a new "baby". The spot and huge pot look so sad without her.

    I've decided to try and live my final years more normally. For 22 working years I had to be risen by 6am at the latest. Simply couldn't break the habit in retirement. I have to still get up at 5:30 for Jillys pee break but instead of staying up I've gone back to bed and slept until 7. I've done this for three days now and awoke to a red sky today. Then, instead of endless porridge I've just consumed two rashers of bacon, one fried egg and two small toasts and marmalade! Feel as if I'm living in Downton Abbey!

    Her ladyship is now off for a bath.

    "Lady" Anne. 🍳🥓☕️🛀🏾🙃🐶❤️
  • linder4866
    linder4866 Posts: 11,414 Member
    edited October 2020
    Good morning.

    Jackie, I cannot believe they sent one gent to do all that work. But at least work has commenced. Wahoo. To George, behave little one. ☺️

    Anne, I like the attitude! Lady Anne with toast and marmalade. Your breakfast items sound like things Jilly might want you to share with her. I am sorry about your gigantic violet. Did you try to root a leaf before her passing?

    I am still fussing with ink colors. So I think I will set it aside for a little while. I am making no progress.

    Yesterday I had a call from my friend with dementia. She had not called me for months. I wasn’t at the phone when she called so she left me a message. I called her back and she had already forgotten she had just called me. We spent a lot of time on the phone. She did remember that there was a bonfire party at her house Saturday evening. That must have made quite an impression. 🍁🍁🔥🔥🍂🍂

    I have no Barry Manilow history to share. It sounds as if Jean, Bob and Jackie were genuine fans.

    Sandy, I am sorry there is illness in your extended family. I hope Babe is okay. Trying to stay in touch is a real burden for you. ❤️❤️

    Patsy, I do believe Katie has two very accommodating humans at her beck and call. I saw an article about a local shoe store in Astoria hanging on through all this upset. Local merchants do have to be very clever to make a go of it, especially with governmental entities changing the rules of operation over and over. I drove through our little historic shopping area yesterday and traditionally many businesses are open on Sunday but closed on Monday. It looks as if that has changed. Many businesses were open and people were out shopping and having lunch. They are trying to adapt.

    Time to move along.

    Oh, a morning teapot. Not mine but one posted on Facebook. It has the same shape as one of my mother’s teapots. It is a Hall pot and I love the color.

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    Please stay safe.

    Lin
    ❤️❤️
  • Sandydur
    Sandydur Posts: 9,318 Member
    Happy Tuesday! :) A beautiful day today which is good since I am sitting later. I have self diagnosed myself with IBS and have decided to stop drinking coffee for now. I had some green tea today even though I don't feel awake without my coffee. I also have decided to stop drinking wine since these are all triggers. I can't have dairy either so my body seems to be going through some changes as I age. I am losing weight but would prefer a different way.
    I did try to call Buzz yesterday but got no answer, I will try again today. I also called a friend who I hadn't talked to in more than 5 years to wish her a happy birthday yesterday. She answered asking who is this and after she recognized my voice I asked how she was and she said how the hell do you think I am at 92. She then proceeded to tell me she was still angry with me for an incident I have no memory of, but I did apologize even without remembering.
    It was an odd but interesting conversation. We were really good friends when I lived in her neighborhood during my first marriage. Time goes on.

    Lin, seeing your tea pots I am using my tea pot with the whistle to make my tea. I don't have a brewing pot, just put the tea bag in my cup and mix it up. lol Thanks for the well wishes for my bil.

    Lady Anne, I think it is great that you want to live your life anyway you like, something I think we should all do but with caution with the pandemic. I sometimes at night watching TV in bed think why can't I stay up as long as I want to watch TV but I really don't want to sleep the next day away. What ever makes us happy especially at this time of our life is what we should do.
    You are indeed a ladyship.

    Jackie, good luck with the greenhouse, I hope he is able to get it done today. I hope you are able to get a walk in and don't be lifting anything heavy to help this young man.

    Patsy, you do make me laugh with your description of you and John. Sounds like a perfect marriage to me, especially with all the snuggles and loving.

    I have two calls to make and still haven't done my ballot. Have a good day.

    Sandy
    One Day at a Time
  • Sandydur
    Sandydur Posts: 9,318 Member
    Just got off the phone with Buzz, I finally reached her on her cell phone although she said I didn't give her enough time to answer the other phone. She is doing well, just moving slow and wants to thank everyone for their calls and well wishes, she really appreciates them.
    One Day at a Time
    Sandy
  • Gawanne35
    Gawanne35 Posts: 2,670 Member
    Thanks for a good laugh this afternoon SANDY. I'm referring to the friend who, when asked how she was, responded "how the hell do you think I am at 92". I wonder what you did to her 5 years ago? Nothing wrong with her memory apparently.

    There's a rumour going around here that Harry, his missus and the boat may be selling up and moving "up North" in the spring to where they sprung from. Too bad he chopped the pretty lilac tree down for the less than lovely boat.

    Tony's home after a two week stay in the hospital.

    Anne.
  • NikonPal
    NikonPal Posts: 1,346 Member
    [Had issue with MFP this morning and couldn’t get into “Community” or post – looks like they fixed it after I emailed… heading out now – but this is what I was posting this morning and luckily saved before the issue.] :)

    Going to be a gorgeous day today. Actually the best weather expected between now thru Friday. Might hit 70. Jean changed plans with a friend she was to meet tomorrow (with 50% chance of rain) so she is heading to Skaneateles this morning.

    Gym completed…lots of plans in my head for today….getting out for fresh air, cleaning, reading, shopping etc. Already prepared lunch “early” this morning -- Bell Peppers, Red Onion, Broccoli Florets, Skinless chicken thighs, Spaghetti Squash, Riced Cauliflower, Tomato, and Parsley… Just need to add some heat later.

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    Barbie – Thanks for the Anniversary wishes. Going to grab all the years I can… Happy Iris planting!

    Anne – You nailed it on the temperament. I was only a “teen” the 1st go-around and came from a different kind of upbringing (parents kissed/hugged etc.) with a mother that had been dying of cancer for a few years. Like you – it took a while (few years) for everything to work itself out. My ex married the next door neighbor and I met Jean etc.
    Neither Jean nor I are screamers, door slammers etc. We have our own opinions and express them, but most of the time we are in agreement. We both like and are accepting of people “as they are.” We enjoy being with others and alone time. We never keep score about who does what. She “thinks” she got a good deal and I “know” I come out ahead. Glad all is well for you. Life is far too short. My daughter got it right the first time. She and her husband are as tight as ever. They are unbelievable parents to 3 kids (all kind, respectful and love each other). We are always amazed.

    Lin – that tea set screams – Fall has arrived!

    Sandy – It wasn’t until you asked the question that I really thought about weight stages during marriage to a great extent. When I married Jean I was 235 lbs. and now weigh 165 lbs – so I am 70 lbs less than when we married! I haven’t been 165 since early yrs of high school.

    You’re right that Jean and I love being married to each other… If you read between the lines I wrote to Anne, you’ll no doubt understand there is a lot more to the “old story” before Jean … but now, I only look forward.

    Jackie – There was a time, I didn’t brag about being a Manilow fan…and he is getting along in years. (Mathis, Righteous Brothers and Rolling Stones were my absolute fav.). Most have no idea of all the sales records Manilow has broken and other accomplishments. His concerts were awesome. Weekend in New England, Even Now and Mandy are my top 3 fav songs. LOVE THE TV PIC… LOL

    Off to enjoy the day! Best to all. Bob
  • jwubben6600
    jwubben6600 Posts: 1,677 Member
    A very sunny day. Mild and our trees are turning. Autumn is funny here. We have all this foliage but we don’t get the bright yellows and oranges and russet reds in the autumn. Mostly the leaves turn a slight yellow and drop off in showers of leaves. Pretty but I remember the aspens in Colorado. Wow! That would just knock you over, it was so beautiful.

    I groomed Katie yesterday. It was exhausting. She ended up with a very short clip job. She will concentrate very hard and start squirting out lots of curly locks for me to comb and brush. I believe she has already started! There are still some tufts of hair that need trimming. I will have to cut them when I brush her weekly. The daily stab at brushing is a hit or miss kind of thing.

    People in their nineties have the right to be unreasonable as well as adorable. I have friends in both categories. I will say that attitude of ageism becomes more evident with each birthday. Our son is 50 and he said that in his business, he is considered a real grandpa. Because he does almost all of his commercials and movie special effects etc by internet, people have no idea he is that old. There is a constant nasty attitude about oldies on the computer. He laughs and never confesses his age. Hollywood is run by 20 year olds with little or no education. Our son says it is quite shocking how he has to dumb-down his vocabulary when he is on the phone or computer. At the gallery where I show upon occasion (now) I have replaced my artist statement so it does not reflect my age.

    I actually have no complaints. I want to hang around as long as possible and not be in pain or Be a pain to anyone.
    Patsy☘️

  • pinkperil
    pinkperil Posts: 5,072 Member
    Young Dan didn’t manage to finish erecting my greenhouse by 5.30 but has an overnight booked at a local hotel and will be back in the morning. At one point he asked how much shelving I had ordered and when I said I couldn’t remember because that was nearly a year ago he told me a lot of customers tell him the same story. In a funny way I feel better knowing I wasn’t the only one going through all the delays. I did check the invoice and there should only be one shelf so too many were placed in the van; not enough brackets though, not that I wanted another.
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    The dogs had a short walk at one point but after that I had to keep them in because there were sharp tools, nuts and bolts on the floor of the greenhouse. When I walked with them I noticed a large fence at the far end of our track waving about in the wind about to collapse and block the way through so once home I got together with my neighbour and we managed a temporary job of propping it up out of the way. We do laugh at some of the antics we seem to have to get up to!

    Oh dear Sandy, sounds like your friend has too long a memory but really, fancy carrying that anger all that time. Will you phone her again? I’m not sure I would!
    I hope you have success with dropping coffee, wine and milk from your diet. Wine I can live without but like you, I need my coffee first thing. A little tip when making tea of any sort, leave the bag to seep in the hot water rather than swirling it around or squeezing it. That will avoid any bitterness or nasty dregs ending up floating about. I’m glad you caught up with Buzz and thanks for keeping us up to date. I’d better phone too before she moves.

    Haha Lady Anne, all you need is a maid to run a hot bath and cook that breakfast! As for Harry, sometimes it’s better the devil you know although I’m guessing a new neighbour couldn’t be much worse.

    A gorgeous teapot Lin and wonderful colour. Busy, busy card making. Difficult to chat with a dementia sufferer on the phone and know what’s real. Did your friend imagine that bonfire party? I suppose it doesn’t really matter one way or another.

    Katie definitely has you both wrapped around those big paws Patsy. Of course George and Betty don’t have me at their beck and call!!

    Time to chill, feet up, fire glowing and an interesting documentary about ground breaking surgery.

    Take care everyone and continue to take Covid seriously. 🥰
    Jackie


  • Gawanne35
    Gawanne35 Posts: 2,670 Member
    Smashing greenhouse JACKIE. Can I move in, me and Jilly and what do you charge in rent?

    Good advice on tea making for SANDY and I would add, do invest in a teapot love. Tastes so much better from a teapot AND elegant.

    BOB. So your ex married the next door neighbour? Mine married the stage hand he was handling back stage whilst I pranced around on stage as Aladdin. Drama at the time but actually rather funny these days. To be honest, unless I'm being stung by bees, groaning with now gone sciatica, having teeth pulled out, etc etc life today is very mellow and placid. Couldn't be more content.
    No socks to wash either except mine. Big Plus!

    I've got to the stage that I quite enjoy being oooooold! You can get away with murder when you are old. Milk it for all its worth. People ask how you are, they don't really want to know but you can ramble on and on emphasizing every ache and creaky joint. To be honest I haven't a favourite age, they've all been fun and even the bad times had amusing moments.

    Mark and Mary Jo showed up to measure my windows for new blinds. Muffled to the eyebrows in masks their voices were muffled as well. Scared they could have contacted the virus because DIL Bev is a teacher in five different schools and they don't want to pass anything on to ancient "vulnerable"
    me.
    Anne. 👸🏼🐶❤️
  • linder4866
    linder4866 Posts: 11,414 Member
    edited October 2020
    Morning teapot. Odd one really. Too shiny for me.

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    Waiting for my grocery order. Sadly many of my items were unavailable this morning (just ordered them last evening and they were in stock) so they slapped a delivery charge on as well as the tip. 🥺

    Jackie, love the greenhouse. ❤️❤️ Hope you have no fences to prop up today. Oh and yes, the bonfire was a real thing. I was invited to the Saturday night event but didn’t go. So the mind is complex. It was very unusual for her to remember something like that.

    Anne, if indeed Harry is going to sell he isn’t trying to make the place look the best if he doesn’t paint and fix up the side of the house you must look at. Maybe it is just talk.

    Sandy, I am sorry you have many foods to avoid. When my celiac was diagnosed, I had lots of things to give up and/or find substitutes for. I use nothing but plant milks now and I am fine with them but giving up all dairy was very difficult initially. People with celiac are advised to give up dairy as most cannot tolerate it and it causes more digestive problems. I was also to give up coffee and I cut back from time to time but I have not given that up 100%. 😊 So best wishes.

    Patsy, good luck in getting the bits of Katie’s coat that didn’t get evened out. I am sure she will not make it easy.

    And who said Buzz is moving? I haven’t heard that. I would call her today but I am to meet a friend this afternoon and have tasks and errands this morning.

    Barbie, I see more planting in your future but it will be lovely next year. What type of Iris did you plant? I love them. My favorites were tall bearded but we had some Siberian Iris as well.

    Bob, good looking food. Happy times for you and Jean.

    I think my groceries may have been delivered.

    Best wishes. 🙋🏼‍♀️

    Lin
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