http://www.berry.edu/eaglecam/

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Jackie – What a wonderful description: “ In the evening as I walked George round the block the sky became covered in bobbly clouds like cotton wool, all a wonderful shade of pink…” I hate it when I don’t have my camera at opportune times. I was at the mall last week when someone pointed out there were several Bald Eagles nesting nearby.. I was able to catch a glimpse and watch them soar…but no camera…argh!

Bob

Bob
For you and others interested, here is the link to the eagles nesting in Rome GA

ISANDI, that's terrible for you, for we do love our children and grandchildren so much and it is so easy to be hurt by them. This may sound harsh and tough love, but have you considered saying very sweetly, "we DO understand dears, and therefore we are sure YOU will understand that us being of a pensionable age we will NOT be sending you a gift as you won't expect one from us, and it is such a relief to not have the expense of buying special outfits, so thank you for your thoughtfulness. We DO wish you well." You can quietly help your grandson out in the future as he'll probably need it!
Sometimes the opposite reaction of what is expected works wonders. Old meanie, Anne.

Good morning sneakers, although looking at the clock I see it's already close to 1pm here. This morning the Siberian wind has finally dropped and we're enjoying a balmy 8c which feels like summer after the cold spell. George and I walked across the moors for the first time in weeks and in the sunshine I often stopped to just take in the views and fresh air while he ran and ran. No sheep in sight so I expect they are still on lower ground away from the cold.

Bob ~ I'm not normally one to wax lyrical but do find Mother nature awe inspiring and a stunning sunrise or sunset does it to me every time! If you're not careful I'll be spouting off about those glorious breakfasts of yours too because compared to my bowl of porridge with a few scattered blueberries or grapes, they are a masterpiece!! Your comment about the bald eagles was casually dropped in but had my jaw dropping because buzzards are as big as we get in this part of the UK.

Phoebe ~ So pleased you are enjoying Last Tango in Halifax.... it's addictive isn't it and I find just as I think the storyline is settling down another curved ball comes at the families but the humour remains. Now you're hooked like me!! Thanks for the link to the bald eagle cameras and story. It's heartwarming to know we humans can manage to live alongside such wonderful creatures. I'm hoping Honey's results are good. Is it to check on her lung worm?

Sandy ~As I get older I realise nothing in life is particularly "normal" so we just have to take each day as it comes and hopefully enjoy it.

Patsy ~ In the past I tried a variety of flavourings to make up for lack of salt but like you, found most disgusting. Luckily having gone through a type of cold turkey I can happily live without it. I read somewhere that it has a similar affect on the brain as fat and sugar in that the brain sends the message that your body must have it, in other words it's adddictive. A gradual process of reducing the amount in your husband's diet should be a way of weaning him off.

Marie ~ It's so good to read you are feeling better but what a shame Jerry has to suffer for having kissed you. LOL Hopefully he's got no regrets.

isandi ~ That must feel very hurtful after all you've done for your grandson. A quiet word in his ear might be worthwhile to explain that wedding protocol doesn't work that way. Also a little warning that if his fiancee controls him over such issues now, what's his life with her going to be like once married. Will she allow him to visit you or is that going to be an issue, never mind any other choices he might wish to make... sounds like he won't be allowed any. As Anne says, keep the door open because he'll be needing you in the future.

Time for a light lunch before heading outside to clean the hen house and check how my potted plants are doing in the greenhouse after our cold snap. I've got a piece of beef joint from a local farm cooking ever so gently in the slow cooker that I'll enjoy for my evening meal with lots of veggies. Much as I love it I'll avoid Yorkshire pudding since I have those 2 pesky pounds to shift again!

Hello to Lin, Anne, Shirley, Jeri, Chris and any others I missed.
Have a great Sunday.
Jackie

SO MANY FAITHS, SO MANY CREEDS,
SO MANY PATHS THAT WIND AND WIND,
WHEN JUST THE ART OF BEING KIND,
IS WHAT THE OLD WORLD NEEDS.

Happiest congratulations, BOB

Bob you were really a big man.
congratulations on losing all of it. you most be really proud. So happy for you.
marie

I found that link re: MFP and Under Armour. This is pasted from it: "Our products, services and team will remain the same. MyFitnessPal will still be free to use" ...I hope it remains true!

I am keeping my sunshine isandi waited to long for this. Just kidding. God will give you all sunshine soon. The news said tonight it will be cooler some of next week.

Buzz You are doing allright.


Shirley glad you are back in town. Get that nursery all fix up. grandma?

I found a new app called Happy scales.com On Ipad sort of nice it keeps up your weight chart so you can see your trend in losing. Today was my first day. Be nice in a week to see how I am losing its free.
Marie

Isandi, I am a grandmother and I understand how much grandchildren can hurt you. I never get a visit, a phone call, or a thank you for birthday and Christmas money. I do love my grandson and to a degree, I am sure he loves us. I also think that this seems to be a common behavior these days, sadly! I am also so happy that your grandson realizes how sad it would be not to have you there at his wedding. I remember reading a wonderful book on relationships that advised , if we can try to understand why and how a person acts like they do...we would really never get our feelings hurt. We would see the reason for good or bad behavior. Logic or reason is often not even in the equation.