MESQUITE GOT RAIN LAST NIGHT LOTS OF IT.
THE KITTYS MAKES A MAD DASH OUT AND BASK IN

aLL IS FIND HERE.
MARIE

Bubba and Sissy says it is raining
Marie

Hello sneakers! I had an interesting day yesterday. We bought a new car and the procedure was amazing. We went through the Cosrco buying plan and it went smooth as silk. The price was right out there, the paperwork was easy and we were shown the dealer invoice. Cosrco had made all the negotiations sooooo....in case any of you are in the market, it was a good experience. We bought a Subaru impressa. Nothing fancy or stylish. Easy to drive and get into and out of. Mileage was reasonably low. Does it sound boring and like a blue granny-wagon? Oooooh yes!

Back to exercises in the AM again. I've been slacking off. Bad idea.! Cool weather now. We actually turned on our little heat dish for a short time this morning. Hazy day, but I think I can get a couple of out door chores done before any rain or mist. I wish I had some grandbabies to play with and dress up in funny costumes for Halloween. There are such beautiful children here on golden sneakers.

I need to figure out how to get photos on here. I have an iPad. Does anyone know how to get the photos from the iPad photo albums to post on sneakers? I am mystified here!
Patsy

PATSY, CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR LOVELY NEW CAR!!!!!! HAVE FUN!!!! Anne.

Sandy - Well I guess Robby's face says he doesn't like something. He is just adorable! I can't imagine babysitting
5 days a week but I guess you get used to it. I know when we watch Isaac I am beat and ready for bed.
I waited a long time for a grandchild so this not complaining!

PHOEBE AND PHYLLIS - Tis the season for the viruses. I hope you both feel better soon !
Also Phyllis be safe after the explosion to remarked about.

Another beautiful day but cool outside and as Anne said, the colors are just beautiful. I just made plans with
my friend Donna to go shopping in Niagara On the Lake in November, our Christmas shopping spree and lunch.

Today was Yoga class and instructor , Joyce, had been sick all week with the flu. She just came back to the studio
today so she said if we didn't mind Yoga will be slow and easy today. I don't mind a bit, it was actually nice to take
it slow and easy for a change.

Tonight will be chinese take out which we haven't done in a long time and looking forward to it.

Tomorrow I will be up early for a choir rehearsal at a school in St. Catharines at 9AM. This will be the mass choir
with all the choirs for a practice for the opening of the Performing Arts Center in November. It should sound fabulous!
LIN - I am probably the farthest one that travels for rehearsals. It take me a 25 to 30 mins where most of the
ladies live close by and our practices are from 8 to 10 pm. I find it kind of late but the director sets the time.

Have a good weekend everyone!


Shirley

Good evening – lots to read again today! That is always WONDERFUL!!

I managed to run around doing one thing after another today but can’t say I really accomplished that much. Got a load of laundry out of the way. Drove down to the post office to get my card in the mail—it had a puffy lifter thing under the flower (so it was raised up on the card) and I needed to get it marked to hand stamp, no machines! Then on to the grocery store where I got a couple of things and a little gift card for a lady at church for her “Halloween” treat. She is upset because her only remaining son and his wife are traveling with another couple this weekend and the man who is doing the driving apparently is a kind of wild driver. This has her driven to distraction. I’ve talked to her several times and told her if she needed anything at all that she should call me while they are out of town. I know she likes the little treats I leave for her in *her pew* almost every Sunday so I’m all set now. I took one of my recently made Halloween cards and taped the gift card inside and have a bag ready.

I cooked another vegetable spaghetti squash and just as I was had it cooking I had a package delivery and I was whooping it up!! I had such a difficult time finding certified gluten free split green peas and had been working on getting some for a couple of weeks. TODAY they arrived. I had a recipe that came with that class I paid for that was just driving me crazy wanting to try it. So I immediately started assembling all the multitudes of spices and seasonings, and started chopping veggies so that I was set to start my soup just after the vegetable spaghetti squash was finished. I ate some leftover cauliflower and green beans from yesterday but when that soup was ready I just HAD to try some. It turned out to be quite bland to me so I jazzed it up with lots more smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and ground in a lot of black pepper. Then I filled my Vitamix with a load of the hot soup and whipped it into a nice creamy consistency and poured it back into the pot. I like it but I didn’t keep track of all the extra spice I added so next time I make it I guess I’ll just have to go by taste again. Tonight I filled a bowl with the vegetable spaghetti squash, some cooked mushrooms and filled the rest of the bowl with soup. Heavenly. I also cooked a few more sweet potatoes and it seemed all I did the rest of the time was wash dishes and put things away. Ha.

I did listen to a live webinar while I was cooking. It was actually a Google Hangout but I muted myself and shut off my camera so the others couldn’t see what I was up to. And my step count right now is just over 17,000 with 20 flights of stairs. I know, another boring day in my life but I had a good time.

Diane, so happy to hear from you and glad you’ve gotten a bit of rain but not a disastrous amount. I hope you continue to get small amounts of rain in the coming days. Your time with your granddaughter sounds like it is very interesting but somewhat hectic. I doubt I could keep up! Oh singing and dancing is such fun for little ones. Maybe you will have a ballerina. So darling. We will take pictures any time you’d like to share. (Hint)

Jackie, glad you got your coal ordered. You never know when it will be needed. I have my gas fireplace lit for the winter but got a letter from my utility company that they have to swap out the gas meter. I called and they are now scheduled to be at my house next Monday sometime between 7am and noon. Since the gas will be shutoff they will have to come in to relight the pilot lights and make sure all gas appliances are working. I am thinking of just shutting off the pilot light on the fireplace and shutting off the gas until they are finished with the swap out. I like warm, cozy rooms and also soft warm PJ’s and lap throws. I am all about the comfort these days so I hope you are very comfortable as well. I hope George is now all over the barking.

Phyllis, oh my--what a terrible time you’re having. I would probably not put a step outside my house if I was having that type of problem. I hope by the time you read this that you are on the mend. We have an odd thing going on here, about half of the teachers at a local high school all were sick with gastric problems on Thursday. They had to call off school because they didn’t have enough teachers. Apparently all the teachers attended a catered event and although they don’t know for sure, they think they all have food poisoning. No class on Friday either. That was a planned day off but the teachers are still not feeling well apparently.

Marie, I heard you were getting rain. I hope that you don’t get too much—just the right amount. We had rain all day long---sometimes just drizzle, other times relatively heavy. I had on a rain jacket and had an umbrella with me this morning but still ended up fairly wet by the time I got home. I just turned up the heat and dried out fairly quickly. It must be fun to watch the kitties zipping around—going in and out.

Buzz, I have no creativity or skill when it comes to card making. The lady who does these classes has everything prepared for us, all pieces and shapes are cut, all embellishments are ready, we have the tape, the glue, glue dots, any needed stamps, etc. etc. Just everything to make each one. And there is a picture of what the final is to look like. There just are no instructions. You do it yourself or you ask questions. I ask a lot of questions. There are no verses or anything inside them unless there is a stamp for something like happy Halloween. The Hallmark software is very nice. I had it a long, long time ago and made a few cards but as operating systems changed and my printer was going bad I gave it up. I would need to purchase software again. It is lovely of you to take the time to personalize cards. Very nice.

Anne, yes, postage stamps are a bit expensive but I don’t use many these days so it’s not a very big bite in my budget and I have no need for overseas stamps. Regarding making cards---I would imagine your cards are quite lovely and the recipients lucky to receive one! I hope you enjoy your vegetable spaghetti squash. I find them to be quite delicious and for now, I am not eating any type of pasta---not soybean, mung bean, black bean or quinoa.

Patsy, congratulations on your new car!! I am glad you are pleased with the purchase. I know nothing about that buying plan. Cosrco? Or is it Costco? If so, I didn’t know they had anything except brand new vehicles. Do you already have it??? Excitement, excitement!!

Sandy, I like your new Robby plan! And I love the photo!! His face is so expressive. Haaaaa. Sounds like a busy few days coming your way. Get some rest!!

Shirley, making plans with your friend for Christmas shopping is great. Always fun to be with friends. Chinese takeout---oh my, I haven’t heard you mention that ever I don’t think!! Enjoy the choir practice tomorrow—the upcoming performance sounds like it will be a spectacular event. And as to your own choir’s practices, you do have a long drive.

Phoebe, hope you are feeling better.

Jeri, Gayla, Barbie, Karen, Marcella---and everyone’s I’ve missed! Hope you are well and we’ll hear from you soon.

Hugs.

Lin

Felling fine thank you all will read posts later be safe
Phoebe

LIN - Your soup looks so delicious. I am looking for a recipe in Pinterest to make a crockpot meal for dinner tonight. I am
looking for low calories of course. Looks like another batch of soup for me to make tomorrow too. I love soup especially
homemade!

SANDY - I am glad your napping plan for Robby is working for you and making life easier for all. That is quite a storey
you shared, thanks for sharing and what a coincidence about the last name.

Choir rehearsal was amazing this morning. We had 6 mass choirs including the men which always adds to the sound
especially the basses and tenors. No men in our choir just women so its a treat to hear the guys. We had 5 different
directors and we ended 5 mins. earlier than expected. Our concert opening for the Performing Arts Center should be
great. A great experience for me who just started this journey again from high school.

A rainy and gloomy day and a good day to make soups and crockpot recipes.


Shirley

my 7 week old beauty. Couldn't resist sending one more shot.

I know I am out of control. But I can't help myself.

Hello everybody, my youngest's put me on Firefox? and I hope my MFP problems are now over. He flies into Dallas tomorrow MARIE, so if you spot him, say Hi. It's been a pretty, wet, boring sort of a day so not much happening in my neck of the woods except another friend of my age as landed in hospital with broken bones after a fall. That's what I really dread, especially on the winters ice. My youngest says he will help me sort out a cell phone when he returns. I just rely on a land line and texting at the moment, neither any good if I collapse in a big heap like poor Rene. I think she will end up in a senior care home. I love my little place and want to stay independent as long as possible!
Just want to say how beautiful today's babies are! Congratulations all you proud grandmas. And I'm so glad the poorly girls are feeling better.
Anne

Okay dear sneakers! I am on the road, so look out! Yes I love being more independent as well. John is one of those guys that will never turn loose of his car keys. I fear he will be the guy that just plows into a storefront while stareing straight ahead. Oh I need to get this image out of my head.

Our son loves the fact that I have a new car and that it is comfy and somewhat easy to drive. The backup camera is strange for me. Heck! I will just ignore it. We must all embrace change because it is going to happen none the less. The change I am working toward is building strength, facing life's challenges without fear and from a position of strength. Get a new car with lots of bells and whistles and then just fearlessly drive it! Go to exercise class knowing that I can't do much of the exercises everyone else is doing. And currently buying a purple shirt with glittery stuff all over it. Change...got to love it!!!!
Patsy

A quick hello and catch you later because it's a glorious day so I'm doing an autumn tidy and making sure water pipes are protected before the cold arrives. I've just strimmed the edge of the footpath that runs behind 3 of our cottages because although other families are a good 20 years younger they don't bother to do their share and I can only look at it so long before getting out the necessary tools and doing it myself.... yet again! Our clocks went back last night so at the moment I'm feeling I've gained time but of course when it gets dark around 5.30 and I still haven't walked George I'll know different! A quick light lunch and then out to clean the hen house.

Enjoy your Sunday whatever is planned.

Jackie

Morning,

JACKIE - My DH is watching football at 9:30 am the Buffalo Bills, his team, is playing in London, England this morning.
So I am on computer having my coffee and ready to start my day.

PHYLLIS - your grandaughter is a lovely baby. I wish I could see Isaac more but they are 2 hr 15 min away from us so our
trips are sporadic. We do get tons of pictures on our phones though. We are planning our next trip soon because they
change so much from every visit.

BUZZ- Giving up the independence of a car is hard. My MIL too is facing that delemma. She is 89 and says when she
turns 90 she won't be driving anymore. We shall see she turns 90 in April we are thinking of having some kind of a party
for her. It will be a busy month, Isaac turns one on April 3, my birthday is April 4th and MIL's is April 13th.

PATSY - Hope you are enjoying your new vehicle.

LIN - Those potatoe waffles sound interesting. I used to have a waffle maker but no longer.

ANNE - Glad to hear you are on Foxfire and hope your computer woes are over.

MARIE - How are you faring with the storm coming your way? Be safe We saw some areas being hit on the TV last night.
We are getting the results here on Wednesday so we better batten down the hatches.

Well I better get dressed and pick up some groceries for homemade soup today. Vegetarian minestrone from Lacey, the
nutritionist, from the last yoga retreat I was on, she sends me her recipes.

Shirley

You should recognize Mark MARIE, he's the slim 51 year old who looks 35 years old, with a very very thick head of hair, probably wearing a suit and tie seeing it's business and probably looking a wee bit lost. Anybody up in the Sudbury area might spot my grandson who looks a bit like his dad, only even slimmer and taller but NOT in a business suit and looking younger than his 22 years and also probably looking a wee bit lost. Coincidently both flying out today from Torontos 2 airports for meetings etc. Meanwhile, DIL and I will both be wandering about looking a wee bit lost here for the next few days.
Both should be flying home on Wednesday, so I'll be keeping a wary eye on the sky with that storm on the way.
So, it would appear that most of the sneakers or family are tootling here and tootling there, PATSY in her new car, SANDY off to the casino, LIN off to the exotic sounding Trader Joes, me just hoofing it, well you get the picture.
Happy wandering everybody,
Anne (who so far, loves Firefox and is back to the old familiar formula!)

Hi all! We are in Southern California. Just waiting for our appt time to load and head for Alabama. Marie, they want us up on I 40. Must be weather to route us that way. Funny to hear that your kits went out during the rain.
This is a good place to walk, so I've just got back with Honey. It was warmer than I thought. We were both pooped out when we got back. I was weak and hot!
Phyllis, glad you are better and what a sweet lil happy face, she must love her bath time.
Jackie, our time change will be soon, first weekend in November. It's hard to get used to that early darkness. George will probably let you know it's time to go before the sun sets.
Lin, how are your potatoes made? Do you use the peelings? I'm trying to picture your waffle iron, but I can't. Glad you like the potatoes!
Sandy, sweet Daisy, she must be such a patient girl. Hope you enjoyed your visit with both of them! And have a wonderful pre winter trip with your friends. AND win!!
Anne, maybe the apple a day from your blessed tree is keeping you healthy! I think Windows should be embarrassed that Internet Explorer has become such a problem, and I think they should Fix it! I also like Chrome. Firefox works for me too. Unlike Buzz, I'm going to be less courageous installing Windows 10. Mostly, all the time it will take. I've really learned small amounts of this version I have. I think it's windows 8 or 8.1.
Buzz, yes, the assistance in transport but also a motorized shopping cart or at least shop at a smaller store. Got to keep up your strength dear one.
Patsy, congrats on your car choice, sounds like a smart one. I often back into parking spaces because I'm not comfortable backing out of them. I worry about children running around. I'd like a back up camera or an alarm.
Shirley, hope you get used to your travel to Isaac, else you be talking about moving closer to him!
Barbie, thinking of you
Have a great Sunday evening
Phoebe