Senior Golden Sneakers
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The landscaper called to say that it has been so rainy all day that his crew is soaked to the skin so they'll come another day to plant the trees. I tripped on something while walking today and have scratches on one knee and a goose egg on my forehead but otherwise all is well.
I am happy for the world that there is a vaccine gradually becoming available, but I am still unlikely to go anywhere for a really long time. I have been patient and solitary this long, I can wait longer.
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A beautiful new dawn greeted me this morning
“Red sky in the morning...” but who cares. Living in the moment!
Jackie
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Beautiful sunrise Jackie. ❤️❤️ Wishing you good weather for the rest of the day and evening.
Barbie, I am sorry for the unhappy events of yesterday. I hope you are feeling well enough for your usual activities today.
And a morning teapot with no information provided. But it is blue and white so I am content.
I have a grocery order coming in a little while. Must run several cards to the post office and then, I don’t know how this happened, but I have Zoom meetings the rest of the day and evening. The last one is Christmas carols. ❤️👍🏻❤️ I wish I could spread these out a bit more but none of them has replays. Live only.
Anne, hoping once again for only good things today for you and your family.
Actually that is my wish for everyone!
Waving to Sandy, Patsy, Bob, Anne, Barbie, Jackie, Buzz, Jeri, Diane and everyone who passes through our group.
Lin🙋🏼♀️
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Happy Wednesday! So far just one substitution on my grocery order which is the same thing but a different package or something. A trip to the dollar store before picking up my groceries, I am short a few cards. The sun is shining and a nice couple of days before Saturday when the snow comes. Hopefully it won't be much because I hate driving in snow.
Lin, another pretty teapot in our favorite color. I tried to go to post office yesterday but there were so many cars I just drove right through the lot. My son weighed my cards on his food scale to give me the ounces and I was able to put the right postage, probably even more than necessary on each card. Glad I didn't have to go in post office.
I will order some more stamps today online.
Jackie, a beautiful sunrise indeed, I am never up early enough to see a sunrise but in driving to movie night on Saturday's I see the most beautiful sunsets.
No word from Anne yet today, she must be busy doing something.
Barbie, I do hope you are okay with that bump on your head, be careful of concussion. Maybe today should be a rest day, just to be safe.
Hello to everyone, but my order should be ready for pickup soon.
Sandy
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The Shepherd’s warning was right. Cold and raining this afternoon into the evening but most Christmas cards written and fires in both rooms lit so cosy enough for me to say it can do what it wants out there!
Barbie, sorry to read you tripped while walking and hope you will take things steady because these accidents can shake us up.
No trees either but it’s a sensible decision not to plant in the rain in case they get waterlogged. Something to look forward to!
A pretty tea set Lin. Blue is my favourite too! Enjoy zooming ☄️⚡️✨
I’ve finished an evening meal of stir fry veggies and noodles and now time for another cup of tea. Andy Williams in jolly mood singing Happy Holiday on the radio.
Enjoy your Wednesday everyone and stay warm.
Jackie
PS why weren’t there many elf’s in Santa’s workshop? Because they had to elf isolate! 🙃😉
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From Anne
Just a quickie from me to say my Mark is out of surgery but not woken up yet. Mary Jo said all went well. I just want him home and away from the virus patients. I tell you, my hair was starting to grey and I think it's accelerated since 10 this morning when they drove to the hospital.
Thank you for sending me everyone's posts SANDY which distracted me somewhat! I ate too much as well. Does anybody else eat too much when worried about their offspring? I just hope it's been worth it and Mark is leaping around like a mountain goat by Christmas.
BOB, are you actually saying people are running around Walmart in their pyjamas these days? Wow, it must be very colourful! But a little chilly as well unless they've got long johns warming their nether regions! Very hardy folk!
Our weather is on the rise. Actually should reach 41 deg F tomorrow. No snow lingering around today.
I wonder what happened to the wild haired tarot lady PATSY. I love eccentric people who do their own harmless thing. We have a gentleman living further down the road. Never married, he lived with his mom, but she died about a couple of years ago. Then the creativity came out. He first did one of those stone Eskimo figures in the parklet near the church. Actually I like it, it's rather good. Then stepping stones around it and this week a post appeared with a wildly painted box on top with a door. We had no idea what it was for but all is now revealed. You place unwanted books in it and help yourself to what's there. But his piece de resistance is that his mother's dear little house no longer exists. A two story structure now. Actually not bad, but it's adorned with cart wheels, seats swinging from trees, the kitchen sink etc, actually a photo when he's not looking might be best!
LIN, I'm so sorry the evil sinus has struck you again! Does wearing a mask help to avoid breathing in the cold air rather than for the virus?
BARBIE, good for you, planting trees. I love trees!
Well I better away and try to avoid an evening meal after my piggy worry Day!
Hoping to hear Marks back in his own bed soon because I believe he will be sent home.
Relieved hugs to all including JACKIE and her brood.
Annsie baby.
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Just finished watching 1951’s “The Day the Earth Stood Still” for the hundredth time. Always found it interesting that censors were concerned about Klaatu’s “resurrection” ability and biblical message comparisons…
It was a good day, but for some reason I my activity was more “relaxed.” Got started late at the gym and everything that followed. Got a few messages from people that rec’d our Christmas card… I gave it a light humorous touch this year… PJ’s and all (pic.) Jean had her hair cut at the house tonight. The girl who does it, loves Jean and they usually end up talking for an hour after the cut.
Jackie – nice “red sky” morning and attitude of living in the moment!
Lin – Hope your groceries arrived safe and that the trip to the post office and Zoom meeting came off without a hitch.
Sandy – You reminded me that we need a few “Dollar Store” cards for the grand kids. I always try to make a special one for my daughter and her husband (sometimes include the kids). Glad the sun was shining for you today – I honestly haven’t checked the forecast for tomorrow. We had a dusting of snow this morning and I snapped a quick pic (below). Hope you don’t get hit with much snow on Saturday.
Anne – LOL on the Walmart PJ’s. Gotta love all those Wamart Meme’s on the internet. No snow and 40’s sounds great. I’ll take it! Glad Mark’s surgery went well.... and that you are too!
Tomorrow is “Trash Day” so time to make the rounds… Have a great night everyone! Bob
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My BBC weather app tells me it won’t rain until 4pm so not sure what the wet stuff falling from the sky is!
Walked on the moors anyway which included an enjoyable chat with another dog walker we occasionally see.
Coffee consumed so now off to the supermarket at the next town that’s normally quieter than most. I’ll let you know! 👩🏼🎤
Oh! Lionel Richie singing “Hello” on the radio so have to listen to him first!
Why wasn’t Rudolf allowed to take part in the vaccine trials? Because they only wanted guinea pigs! 🐹
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Oh Jackie, you have me giggling again! 😄
Here’s a morning teapot which is a Lenox creation. Lovely.
Lin🙋🏼♀️
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Happy Thursday! Meeting day. I did get all the groceries I ordered so it was a good day. Managed to get the rest of my cards plus a few other essentials at the Dollar Tree. I think I am all set for Christmas other than waiting for one package that I have already replaced if it doesn't show up. The one is question is larger than the replaced one which seems to be sold out all over so if it doesn't show Robby will get a medium Happy Napper.
(for Anne who never heard of a happy napper.) It also folds down to a big pillow.
The boys get sharks, Charlie get a pink kitty.
Lin, pretty teapot. I hope to get my cards ready for the mail today so I can be done. Lisa is kind enough to wrap my presents to the kids as I just use gift bags and she likes them to open with wrapping paper. She is so good to me.
Jackie, are you becoming a comedian in your elder age??? Funny tidbits you are giving us.
Bob, cute Christmas card with you and Jean. I love the pajama bottoms on the Walmart girl, cracks me up. I do love the Walmart Meme's, they make me laugh out loud. Out of your mouth to our weather Saturday, I hope we don't get hit either at least until late Saturday night when I am home and cozy.
Anne, I am so happy to read that Mark's surgery went well and hope he is a good patient and will take it easy for a few weeks. Yes, I eat when nervous so you are not alone. We also have a warm day in the 50's today and sunny.
Here is story similar to yours which touched my heart.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/this-man-left-a-mailbox-to-connect-with-his-late-father-hundreds-were-inspired-to-leave-their-own-messages/
Barbie, hope you are feeling better with no pain.
Patsy, how are things going?
Time to eat and get ready for meeting.
Sandy
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Hello sneakers! We are continuing....by that I mean I am still isolating. John is the marketer. He runs like a deer when he goes into a store for something. I have a minimal Christmas decor this year. Mainly because the boxes are stored down stairs in the storage room. I didn’t want him to tug them up the stairs all by himself. Sooooo we ordered a nice big Christmas tabletop arrangement with candles and lots of fancy doodads and flowers and greenery. It will be delivered by our favorite florist tomorrow. It should last past New Years. That and a small tree, a Sanda tea party set on the coffee table, candles everywhere and a special Shore figurine of a elk with candelabra on his antlers. I send checks to the kids for Christmas and a family newsletter on St. Patrick’s day with lots of photos. I guess our son and daughter will each be on their own this year. I will be on the phone to them more or less constantly. I know in my heart that I need them more than they need me at this point in life. But...I will remind them, Hey! I changed your poopy diapers! I deserve your attention now. Actually they are good people. I guess we did something right.
Off to the dungeon to make my own version of a gift card for our both of our grownup children.
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Another day.....getting dark already.
Okay, today I did a bit of laundry, finished stamping and sealing the rest of my Christmas cards, ran them to the post office, called my Thursday morning friend and then the morning was over.
The Farm Bureau is holding its annual meeting online this year in a number of one hour sessions. Today was the first one. I did listen to it. Representatives from the grocery industry, meat processing and restaurants/eating places all spoke on a number of topics. It was interesting and included information on some things I had not heard before about the difficulties of 2020.
I also finished a Christmas card that had not been on my list. This is a long story but I will try for a short version. A lady from my church who has had several severe health challenges this year entered an online silent yesterday and I happened to see that she bid on a set of handmade cards. The paper is called Muttcracker. Yep, she loves dogs. Anyway, she did not win the cards but I happen to have some of the paper so I made a card for her and got it in the mail. I hope she will be pleasantly surprised. Also hope she doesn’t ask me to make a set of 8 different cards (as illustrated in the auction). 🤣😂🤣
I also spoke to a friend from church. We hadn’t spoken for a while. She filled me in on all the details of the upcoming weekend. Going caroling, soup supper/potluck, special musical service on Sunday morning and children’s program Sunday evening. She will participate in Sunday morning’s service only.
Also, another one of our members died last evening. I will start a sympathy card tomorrow. He did have Covid and the lady I spoke to doesn’t know if the other people in the house have Covid or are in quarantine. I guess no rush, sympathy cards are usually welcomed well after the fact. I just didn’t know he had been taken to ICU and died shortly after that. It was a shock this morning.
Yesterday, I had some fun and learned some things on various topics. Got some Christmas cards mailed, did receive my grocery order (all items). First Zoom meeting was a lecture (but an interesting one) on construction of the Transcontinental Railroad. Lots of pictures and some frank conversation on how people were treated, living conditions, illnesses, and lots of drinking. Tough life!
Then a live event on Vienna was rescheduled and rescheduled and rescheduled. It was a mess!
The next meeting was good. It was a talk on the Beatles. Some of the information, I knew but the information on the more technical aspects of each member’s musical ability, their approach to writing and an assessment of the mastery of each on their respective instruments—all pretty much new to me.
Final Zoom meeting was Holiday Music. A fun hour of holiday music and trivia questions. They had a couple Zooming from their home. One person played the piano and the other sang. We all sang along, with muted microphones, as the lyrics were shown on the screen. I enjoy singing and hey, I didn’t bother anyone so I really belted out some of the songs, especially the song about the Grinch. Stink, Stank, Stunk
Tomorrow I will join in on a holiday themed event about crafts, games, etc, It is for adults and I have no idea what will be involved.
Sandy, busy lady as usual. Those sharks are cute. I have always wondered if those are difficult to fold up after using them? Glad you got your groceries. You are quite organized for the holidays.
Jackie, did the weather improve? What is the source of these very punny jokes? I love them. More!
Bob, yes, Walmart attire. That is always an interesting topic. By the way, a neighbor walked out to get her mail. She was wearing a coat but had on elf shoes/slippers and a stocking cap that looked quite elf-appropriate. And I don’t think she was going to Walmart. 🤣😂. So is that lady in the photo wearing Cookie Monster pj’s? Oh my. Your card is much nicer.
Patsy, good to hear from you and by the way your decorations sound lovely. Don’t get lost in the dungeon. I hope you can enjoy creating things.
Anne, how are you and Jilly? Or maybe I missed some posts.
Wishing everyone well. I won’t drone on so long tomorrow.
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Good eating today –
Low carb- LUNCH: Haddock (Baked) With artichokes, Spaghetti Squash, Asparagus Tips and Broccoli
Low carb - DINNER: Folio Cheese wrap with shredded chicken, grated broccoli florets, spring mix, salsa and side salad.
Lin – Nice Mistletoe & Berries Teapot! Good holiday choice. I laughed about your neighbor getting her mail wearing coat with elf shoes/slippers and a stocking cap. Just today, the neighbor across the street caught Jean taking out trash in her PJ bottoms and had yelled out to her that they hadn’t really seen each other in a couple months and Jean replied “yes and this is how you catch me.” Amazing what Covid has done to our “going out” attire.
I know what you mean about the darkness… there are days when 3pm feels like 6pm and I blame the darkness. During the summer, we hop in the car at 9pm to get ice cream… now we are wrapped in blankets by 8pm. Sorry about the passing of another member. So difficult for everyone with the lockdowns / limitations. Have fun joining in on that holiday themed event re: crafts and games.
Sandy – Love the Happy Napper’s. Good luck with the weather. I was happy to see we will be in 40-50 range for a couple days and then high’s in the low 30’s for the 7 days after that. The good news – no real snow predicted! Hope you get that warm cozy night. As for the PJ’s – kind of funny – we bought them on a lark for the card and because my daughter has sent family photos in PJ’s as they count down the days. Now I find Jean and I relaxing in them once a week. LOL
Night to all – time for another TV program before hitting the sack.
Bob
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From Anne
Well I got up early because Michael set my thermostat for heat at summer time which means it came on at 5 instead of 6 like it's supposed to. Bean went back to bed after a pot trot but I decided to put the washing on at the cheap rate.
Mark had a bit of luck in a macabre way. Four hospitals got shut down for surgeries etc yesterday in the big city because of a surge in virus cases amongst staff. Our town hospital is okay and still functioning where he had his surgery, but all extremely urgent cases will have top priority there now as they are overloaded from the shut down hospitals.
Very quiet Day for us yesterday but should improve today when Mike arrives. We are having shepherds pie for lunch.
JACKIE - re joke. Groan! Lol. I will now send to Mark to cheer him up.
SANDY - your Happy Napper image doesn't show, but I have a good idea what it is now. I also had a good laugh at the eyes on the backside of the shopper! Unbelievable for me from the days when we all dressed up to go to the stores! Picture duly passed on to Mark to cheer him up Bob.
BOB. Shall you wear your Christmas card pyjamas to the gym today? now they are the latest fashion rage. Very French chic! Lol. This pandemic is at least bringing out the fun in us.
LINS neighbour in the elf slippers and cap!! I think you must have missed me, as far as posts, but no worries there, pretty unexciting post.
Well that's me done and I think I might greet Mike in my Big Ben, Tower of London etc pictured PJs now I know I can get away with it! Still laughing.
Anne ho ho ho.
Hi, the images just showed. What fun! I can imagine my Bean sleeping in the sharks jaws! Thanks for doing this Sandy. Hard work for you, but I do appreciate keeping in touch! Hugs from Anne.0 -
Sunshine and showers today but certainly the showers are winning! Apart from a walk on the moors I’ve not done much. A load of logs for the fires was delivered last night that had been stored in animal feed bags so I‘ve reorganised my log store and managed to to stack 3/4 of them with the last 2 bags put to one side and covered to keep dry.
Lin, the little jokes are from an annual competition held by a news station for a top 10 of Christmas cracker jokes. Of course Covid was mentioned a lot with our leader and yours getting their fair share but but top was about Boris’ advisor who broke rules about travelling during lockdown. One last to bore everyone with, why are Santa’s reindeer allowed to travel Christmas Eve? They have herd immunity!
Looks like everyone is easing into Christmas. I might dig out my tiny Christmas tree this afternoon and see what other decorations are stored. Not much I can do to cheer the bare crumbling plaster walls but received cards are already brightening my new sideboard. I had to queue outside the post office in town to purchase postage stamps yesterday then popped into my favourite hardware shop that looks like one of Lin’s jigsaws. The rest of the town was quiet, few shopping, so when I saw a face mask that I loved wasn’t concerned about entering the small gift shop!
Just borrowed neighbours air rifle to dispatch a poorly rat in the chicken run, probably eaten poison I leave for them. As it wasn’t raining I followed advice in a gardening magazine to at least spend 15 minutes a day outside achieving a job. The job was to plant 12 large yellow crocus bulbs to brighten the coming Spring so something to look forward to.
Cup of tea time with a cinnamon biscuit. Happy Friday. Where did that week go?
Jackie
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Good morning. The Holiday Zoom meeting starts soon. Rain changing to snow here today and tomorrow with maybe 4 - 5 inches so I spent some time this morning digging out the anti-ice stuff for the driveway, the heater for my garage to dry things up, made sure the snow shovel is at the ready and scrapers for the cars. I could wait though. It will make it very difficult if winter is really here to stay getting grocery deliveries scheduled but then if it snows how will they get to you? Reschedule? Argh.
Here’s another Christmas teapot.
Hoping everyone is safe today.
Anne, enjoy those pj’s. Everyone is doing it!
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Bob, the WalMart jokes were so great that I sent them to two friends (something I rarely do). My trees were planted by the landscaper and his team of strong young me. We now have a coral bark maple, crimson queen maple, and red dragon maple. They are skinny and tiny now but will fill out in the spring. I have some bruises and sore muscles from my fall but no real damage. I walked and rode my bike and danced pretty much as usual Wednesday, yesterday, and this morning.Anne, glad to hear from you and that your family is doing OK.Sandy, great gifts for the grands. The only thing we do for any of the holidays is unpack the hand and dish towels that say "Happy Hanukkah" and use them for the rest of the month. Jake is talking about pizza for Christmas dinner.Jackie, I love your mask and your joke about the reindeer. Barbie 0
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Popping by for this...a well known garden center posted this information on poinsettias.
https://tedsgardens.com/poinsettia-care-and-history/?mc_cid=977f4137da&mc_eid=45da960050
“A common myth circulates every year at Christmas that Poinsettias are poisonous, but it’s just that, a myth. This favorite holiday houseplant is not toxic for people or pets! If your dog eats an entire plant, they’ll probably have an upset stomach, but the plant is not actually poisonous. “0 -
Poinsettia “relatively easy to care for”! Oh dear, now I do feel bad but perhaps should blame whoever soaked the compost at the supermarket.
Lin, can you stock up on tinned veggies and fruit? We are about to be dealing with more panic buying as negotiations with the EU fall apart so I’ll be surviving on organic soya and pasta as trading with Europe stops January 1st.
Barbie, I’m pleased to read you are still able to follow your exercise regime and aren’t too sore after your fall. The trees you’ve planted sound fabulous and I’m sure will give you years of colour.
I’ve made a vegetarian shepherds pie so off to dish up!
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If you are on Facebook, you have probably seen this. Two or three friends shared it the other day. I think it is amusing.
The program was horrible. Glad I wasn’t counting on much. 🤣😂🤣
Lin
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Happy Friday! Laundry day as usual. Staying in today as we are supposed to get lots of rain starting later this afternoon. I hope it is better tomorrow when I have to drive. Robby had his EEG and Lisa said it went well. I think they are all sleeping now so I didn't ask any questions. I will finish my cards today but I only have three stamps so will have to wait for post office to deliver my stamp order. Will ride my bike later and that is my day.
Lin, I did not see that on facebook but it is funny. No test for me yet, I filled out a form online but they said I didn't need one as I am not showing any symptoms even though I am in the elder group. I guess that is good news.
I just read Ellen Degeneres has covid so no one is immune. I guess I was misinformed about poinsettias, sorry for the "fake" news.
Jackie, another cute joke, keep them coming. Love you new mask and still love the color of your hair. Not sure I want to visualize the air rifle with the rat, although I hate them with a passion.
Barbie, glad a fall didn't stop you from going on with your normal routine, so you must be okay.
Enjoy your Holiday December 10-18. Do you celebrate Christmas as well?
Anne, I hope you had a good day with Michael, did he hear anything about his job? Do you not have heat during the night as your thermostat woke you up? Did Mike get a chuckle with your pj's??
Bob, I don't think I have dressed up more than twice since March. My daily attire is sweat pants and sometimes a little nicer top but most times a sweatshirt. Comfy pj's sound wonderful, I think I will order some as I mostly wear nightshirts/gowns.
Patsy, your floral piece sounds beautiful. I have a bowl with potpourri on my dining table and it makes my house smell so good. In fact when my landlord was here yesterday to look at my dryer once again he said I really had the place looking good and maybe he should move in here. I told him I would kill him if another landlord kicked me out. Just joking don't send the police or FBI.
Have a great day and stay healthy, happy and safe.
Sandy
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A joke from the old show, The Vicar of Dibley. Conversation between the Vicar and Alice. (Loved those two. I just listened to the bit on “I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter”. Anyone remember that?)
Vicar: What happens to people who eat too many ornaments?
Alice: I don’t know.
Vicar: They get tinsel-itis!
I think my sense of humor is quite odd, I love things like that. 😂
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Good morning! We have a PNW day again...rainy and chilly! I think our virus load here is even worse than we thought. And I am a real Casandra, as you know. So we are beyond isolating, we are into HIDING! Go away bad virus!
This morning I see Katie needs a brushing and her face trimmed. She is so wily, she saw me get the brush and doggie grooming scissors so she is hiding under the dinning room table. It appears that is some sort of special place that has a force field to fend off those who want to groom her or take her to the vet. She has powers to read our mind. She knows what’s up.....
I will call our daughter today and get her health report. I guess it will not help our daughter but the vaccine is heading our way. I will test drive it for the rest of the sneakers if you want and then you can decide if you want to take it. I think most of us will be able to get it fairly early. One of my benefits of being older than dirt.
I always watch a few Christmas classic movies during the holidays. I love the Charlie Brown Christmas movie. The music is some of the best jazz EVER! The animation style really captures the Schultz charming cartoon style. The voices in this movie is the best also, in my opinion.
I love all the holiday humor. I have a real need for humor and find it essential in today’s crazy events.
By the way, another of my grams sayings when describing people she deemed as untrustworthy...
“ that guy is so crooked he has to screw his socks on.” Gram didn’t suffer fools!
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Busy but slow moving day… gym later than normal and grocery shopping…Jean had running around to do….then we both went to the mall for a bit of shopping. Finished off son-in-law presents and scored an item for my daughter. Mall was crowded by old standards, but we are spoiled and left within 60 min and plan to return when there is fewer people. Best time, is always just before opening.
In between travels – found time to eat: Yum -- Fri Shrimp LUNCH and veggies etc (141 cal.) and Cheese wrap DINNER (266 cal) with turkey bacon, grated broccoli, onion, salsa, greens, artichokes…
Anne – Glad the heat is operating on schedule and that Mark had a bit of “luck.” Hmmm “shepherds pie for lunch” – haven’t had it in years… now I am thinking of making it “low-carb” with mashed cauliflower sometime in the future. Not wearing PJ’s to gym, but had a “rotund lady dressed in full body PJ’s” come down an aisle.. it was a sight for sure.
Jackie – Love the putty cat mask…. People are getting very creative. Here is a Christmas ornament a friend posted on the internet… too funny. Jean had already ready gotten into the act decorating or tree “temporarily” with masks. Hope that tea and cinnamon biscuit was as good as it sounds.
Lin – I think I like this Christmas tea pot better than the last one. I hadn’t seen that FB meme and saved to share.
Barbie – Glad you liked the jokes. I will share a few meme’s but never do any of the “copy, paste, share” items. And by the way HAPPY HANUKKAH!
Sandy – your attire and attitude is very similar to Jean’s… she changes the second she gets home from going anywhere into a sweatshirt or Pj’s FAST! Don’t blame you for staying in with all the rain – we actually were prompted to head out today because of sun and a 53 degree temp… starting Mon/Tues we will be back to 30’s and below.
The “boss” is calling – so think I’ll go check on her…
TTYL – enjoy the evening! Bob
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Thank you all for the Hanukkah greetings. We celebrate holidays less and less every year. This year all the decorating I'll do is getting out the hand and dish towels that say "Happy Hanukkah" and hanging them where they can be used. Jake wants to order pizza for Christmas dinner. We exchange gifts with no one. We will continue to take life one day at a time as we have been for a long time. The vaccine is on its way to our county but we won't hold our breath waiting for our turn. We'll just keep on doing what we've been doing for months. The freezer and cupboards are full and we have a scheduled time on Sunday to pick up more groceries. A few obscure items are on their way via USPS or Fed Ex and will get here when they get here. Barbie 0
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Good morning. It is white outside. ❄️☃️❄️
Another no information teapot. Christmas theme.
Ho-ho-ho!
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Another showery day and as I organised the pooches for their morning walk I could see the darkest clouds Over the moors. Oh well, we needed a walk so set off and luckily when we arrived at our usual car park the clouds lifted then by the time we climbed to the top we were in bright sunshine. Still a cold wind but we didn’t get wet and on the way down to the car park managed to chat to a local gentleman I occasionally see from a distance walking his dog. He introduced himself as Brian and mentioned an upcoming 80th birthday and also about his bedridden wife so seems life is a struggle although he said he doesn’t want to place her in a care home. I’ll make a point of heading in his direction for a chat next time I spot him. His Westie loved to sniff about with George while Betty did her best to climb up his wellies!
I’ve rummaged for a few decorations but hanging them is a problem as I fear a nail into a wall will bring a pile of old plaster down! A few more cards have arrived and I’ve managed to run a ribbon across one wall to hang them on but that may be as festive as my cottage will get.
Lin, funny 12 days of Christmas and oh so true. Thank goodness we can laugh! Both your Christmas teapots are delightful too and today’s the sweetest design. I’d want to use it year round! You didn’t say why the holiday zoom was awful but you reminded me of another cracker joke ( last one, promise!). Why couldn’t Joseph and Mary join the family internet chat? There was no zoom at the Inn!
The Vicar of Dibley has been resurrected for a Christmas special but sadly many actors from the original series are no longer with us so not sure how it will be received.
Sandy, you made me laugh referring to fake news about Poinsettias. I’m sure when we look back at all the phrases being used these days, fake news will be up there with unprecedented times and self isolation. The only reason I dealt with the rat the way I did was because it was obviously unwell and I felt responsible having put poison out... silly I know!
Patsy, you’ve reminded me to get George on to a table for some grooming. He collects so much mud and muck when we walk he needs a towel rubdown that can knot his coat as it grows longer and his groomer is due a visit before Christmas... a bit like putting a duster and vacuum around before the cleaner arrives. 😁 I did hear on our news the vaccine is ready to be distributed in the States so I hope, if it’s what you and John want, you can get at the front of the queue.
Hilarious Bob 😄😂. Face mask angels; who’d have thought! I love the idea someone would think about and create such a gem!
Anne, our timing is all a-kilter so I keep missing your posts until I search back. Gosh, perfect timing for Mark’s hospital visit so I’m sure you will all be relieved it’s done and dusted.
I had planned to get another 15 minutes of gardening achieved but see it’s raining again so instead will whizz round with the vacuum before lighting fires. Last night’s vegetarian shepherds pie was delicious and I made enough for another 3 days so a couple of meals are in the freezer.
Tomorrow’s weather doesn’t look good so I won’t be going far!
Take care everyone and stay safe. Things are definitely looking up.
Jackie
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Well I've done my best to join the fun in remembering Christmas cracker jokes but they've all gone out of my head. All I can think of is
Why do Canadian geese fly upside down.
Because they are quacking up.
Groan.
Michael came over and we had a telephone call with Mark who's now up and I found out all about hernias, stitches, pain killers, ice packs and how to stop giant cats leaping on you when prone in bed, not exactly Christmassy. Still debating putting the tree up but now I know poinsettias and the consuming of won't make Bean a vet patient I might buy one of them instead. I know the grocery folk deliver them.
I do believe and hope we are all going to be in good health for Christmas! BOB and Marks stitches gone, BARBIE and LINS bruising fading, PATSYS Andrea recovered, and with fingers crossed for SANDY and JACKIE to remain upright, roll on 2021.
I'm still in my pyjamas and am oh so tempted to stay in them but simply haven't the courage to take Jilly Bean out for a walk in them. Although I guess I could explain we are catching two buses to go to Walmart!
And that I'm afraid is my contribution for today, but I've so enjoyed reading everyone else's posts about rotund ladies in pyjamas, Christmas jokes, tree planting, bulb planting, Katie grooming, happy Napper gifting, and card making. Everyone getting to feel a lot like Yuletide, Christmas and Hanukkah.
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Happy Saturday! Miserable day here with rain and wind but will still be visiting with Santa and have movie night.
It is my turn for food, so I will be placing an order for pickup later this afternoon. Lisa and her mom have a virtual bridal shower so I may go early to help her dad and my son with the kiddos. I don't think we will get the heavy snow as predicted but you never know. My sheets are in the dryer so once done and put back on bed I will ride my bike and get ready.
Anne, it sounds like Mark is doing well and hopefully he will be fine for Christmas. Whichever way you choose to decorate will be lovely and festive.
Jackie, cute giraffe and cute idea. I would venture to say that man was so happy to be able to talk to someone. It is so hard being a caretaker, especially your spouse. Your weather is as bad as ours although ours should be better next week.
Lin, another cute Christmas teapot. Please keep you snow until at least late tonight, thank you. Your joke was funny, keep them coming.
Barbie, during these times it is hard to celebrate anything, we all do what makes us comfortable. I am glad you and Jake have each other along with your fur babies.
Bob, your tree looks great, I prefer it without the masks though. lol I did see the mask angel on Facebook but I actually have one similar that is made from pretty material. I didn't put up a tree this year that requires ornaments so it is still in the box of decorations. Looking for some cozy pj's now that you got me interested in lounging in them.
Patsy, how was your daughter's health report, inquiring minds want to know. Your Katie is a little devil but in such a good way. It might be a while before even us seniors get a vaccine, there is a long list ahead of us I think.
Have a great Saturday, keep warm, dry, healthy and safe.
Sandy
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