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Early buffet breakfast today and I must use those compression boots this morning as my legs are so swollen. No dawdling today as Irma is expected later today and right now, supposedly on the west coast, but hurricanes seldom follow the expected path.
On top of Irma (and someone reminded me Jose is on the way!) I had dealings with Equifax in the past 4 months and probably was among the millions whose information was stolen, including Social Security, banking, everything! My goodness, the world ha become complicated! I'd better get up (I AM up!) ad get going!
Buzz
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George and I are waiting for the mobile dog groomer to arrive so of course he's already grumbling! Our walk in the woods was mucky after heavy rain last night so I gave him a good brush through to get bits of leaves and twigs off his tummy and leg fur so the trimming won't be too difficult.
Sandy ~ What a laugh!! A Sandwich Fair just seemed so appropriate to try a variety of fillings but never mind, your post made me giggle for an age after reading it!
Mae ~ So good to hear from you again especially all the gardening news. As for my neighbours possibly moving away I tend to think anyone new couldn't be worse but I get your point, it's sometimes better the devil you know.
Buzz ~ I'm keeping my eyes on the news hoping that Irma will change direction but do know you are in a good place and as safe as you can be. Does low pressure in the air affect your legs? It certainly has my joints aching when it drifts over our islands.
George barking rather hysterically which could mean the groomer is parking up so will wish everyone else a good day..... Anne, Lin, Jeri, Marie, Patsy. (Bound to have forgotten someone - sorry!)
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Good morning. Yes I'm glued to the news channel as well and I gather Irma is predicted to veer to the west coast of Florida. The same as JACKIE I feel you will be safe BUZZ within your community, but nevertheless do everything you can to protect yourself!!
MAE, I believe you had a late start seeding your vegetables, but it sounds as if your garden has done amazingly well. I've just carrots and onions left now. The early mornings are getting pretty chilly here, only 5C this 6 am. That's about 41F I think. I hope the AC is out this week because with virtually an open window it was pretty nippy getting out of the shower. I'm Just warming up with a cuppa.
Do you pronounce my name Annie or Anne as in Ann? I quite like Annie and often use it when referring to myself so no problem there, but a lot of folk think Anne with the original old fashioned E at the end is pronounced Annie. Just curious. I remember trying to type from a voice recorded machine difficult. I'm a touch typist like JACKIE so much preferred shorthand. However I think the microphone idea just wonderful, and don't worry about the machine making machine mistakes, we all understand. Just keep in touch!
Well we've gone onto a new page so I daren't go back to see what everyone wrote! I'm sure you all want to know that Jilly is indisposed for the next few days! That means confined to the garden unless with big strong Michael. I don't want any large dogs pushing me over on our morning walks, especially as some male dog owners don't leash little Fido or whatever their hound of the Baskervilles is named. Otherwise no problems, she remains her mischievous little self at 19 months.
Hope today is peaceful for ALL of us,
Anne (or Annie if you prefer)0 -
Home from the card making and a slight detour to pick up cheery tomatoes. The store was empty!! Apparently everyone is watching the big big football game which is the University of Iowa versus Iowa State University. I toured every aisle in Natural Grocers taking note of the pricing on various products I purchase at other stores.
Time to put things away and change my clothes. Oh gosh, I forgot I was going to do a load of laundry. So I will post a picture or two of the surprise cards today. I can see if I had known what we were making I would have brought along some things not on the list. Also sitting down at the end of the table puts me behind as stamps and punches etc are all started at one end of the table. They seem to have assigned seats. Maybe the new kid is supposed to scramble a bit.
More later I hope.
Hugs.
Lin
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Oh and the ladies ooo'd and ahhhhh'd over this but I have no need for a baby girl card I don't think unless one lady who is expecting has a girl later this fall. She's not telling.
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Greetings all! Today the weather is mild and a cool breeze is helping everyone feel energetic. It is to rain today and that will assist with the fire suppression with the wild fires. They are so scary and of course, unnessary. These fires were started by delinquent teenagers throwing fireworks into a steep wooded revine. Heartbreaking damage!
I am in rehabilitation mode. I am trying everything to avoid surgery on my knee /hip/ back issue. Nothing like fear and anxiety to get one motivated. That translates to exercise and weight-bearing stretches. Why are they so boring? I always wonder about those folks who get so self satisfied and sanctimonious about their exercise program. I am most likely doing it wrong, not enough, the wrong kind etc. but I am moving those body parts with regular vigor. MEH!
I have also been obsessed with the storm news. We have friends who live on one of the Keys. You know, on a good day, life is challenging living on an island. I am only slightly less concerned for Buzz. We have also considered relocating to Washington state. The desirable locations there are on islands with ferry service. Not sure I am up for that regimentation. Be on time or you wait until next time. You know I would be late.
Okay! Anne/Annie/Ann..you will always be that cute red-haired, funny girl with the adorable little black dog. I see you sort of like PePe long stockings. Not sure how to spell that, even if it was a children's favorite.
Patsy
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Back for a few minutes.
Mae, so much news from you. I am sorry for your continued medical problems but continue to be amazed by everything you accomplish and all the gardening you do while living with nausea and pain. And busy cooking and canning! Well done. Sorry for the pests that affected some of your crops but it seems there is usually some pest each year trying to take either the harvest or the plant itself.
And I should have said, yes, if I went to the dealership to have the check engine light reset it would cost a lot of money. I purchased a diagnostic tool myself. I did some research and found one that would work with my car model and model year so I crawl around in the car, hook it up, and then run the diagnostic and erase the codes. Then the check engine light goes off. I usually leave it on for a few days before I get things together to reset it. I hate trying to wedge myself in the little space to hook up the little device. I cannot really see under there we'll even with a flashlight so I just try to match up the pins but that can take a while. Best wishes for your next tests.
Anne, Jilly can just cool her jets for a while. Will either of your boys be over tomorrow? Or will you be spending the day keeping in touch with friends and family overseas? Air co dictionary being removed soon?
Patsy, I am glad you are working on rehabilitating your back/hip/sciatic nerve. I trust you will find the right combination of exercises and stretches for maximum benefit.
Listening to the news to try to keep up is becoming an obsession again---the fires are just terrible and it bothers me so that they cannot get them put out quickly. I know it is not possible but I worry about the wildlife, people's homes and businesses and more. So so sad.
Well, I am tired. Too much excitement for me today. Leaving early tomorrow and will try to swing by the Antiques Jamboree on my way to church. They are doing a breakfast tomorrow morning before Sunday school but I am not interested in going that early. I am still helping with communion and am down to serve for then,onto of September as well.
Hugs.
Lin
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George and I walked a good 3 miles this morning across the moors and with lots of large puddles on the track we followed he had a great time splashing about. Scruff the wonder dog is at another doggy show so my friend didn't want her getting dirty beforehand!! Tomorrow I'm taking a friend out for lunch whose ex husband passed away a few weeks ago following years of alcohol abuse and in spite of divorcing him after some difficult times she was still very fond of him. His family aren't pleasant towards her so she can't face the funeral but I suggested we go to a local pub for lunch because before his drinking problems we had some great times there and can remember them over a glass of mineral water! Tuesday we restart yoga classes after a summer break and also I have to take Brady for his booster vaccinations then Wednesday I've my annual mammogram check. Thursday it's pedicure time but Friday nothing on..... at the moment!!
Lin ~ The cards as ever are beautiful and I would suggest you hold on to the pretty pink one because it is timeless and unique.... someone will have a baby girl one day!
Anne ~ A break from your morning walks and I don't blame you. It's surprising how many male dogs sniff around Scruff even though she's been spayed so why put yourself in the way of any amorous advances?
It's lunchtime for me now and then, since it's now raining, I will do some housework and maybe watch a movie. Thinking of Buzz although I know our dear friend will be fine.
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Hello from us having a chilly but sunny early morning. The heating came on just in time for breakfast, but it's heating up a little outside now.
Just checked the all day news station and Irma seems to be veering west, which is a great relief to all of us thinking of our BUZZ❤️. However. So sorry for the poor folks who get the full brunt of it.
I agree JACKIE, keep Jilly home safe and sound! I think Michael will take her out though if and when he rolls up. He can withstand unleashed mastiffs hurling themselves at him! Me, I'd be flat on my back! The cycle lasts about 9 - 10 days judging from the last two. This is day 3. Apart from lack of her beloved walkies she's just being our Jilly as usual. Poor scruff having to keep clean and missing her walk across the moors with George, who is also missing out not seeing his pal.
Oh yes LIN, do keep your very pretty baby card. There will be a baby girl appearing in your future at some point. Yes, I'm expecting phone calls today as always, long may it last. We are all getting long in the tooth! IF we HAVE teeth still, lol.
There ain't much red left in my hair PATSY since I left the damp rust producing North Sea shore! It's mousy brown with the odd grey bits. Lovely! It helps me blend into the background though. Keep up the rehabilitation! I hope you can avoid surgery! All the folks I know around here who have had replacement bits are pushing walkers (Zimmers in England Jackie?).
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Happy Sunday!
I didn't make it on here to post yesterday, it was a busy day. The Sandwich Fair was great but tiring. I loved the horse show with the buggies, they were amazing. We then went back and played cards until 10:00 PM and I spent the night because the country roads are just too dark. I got home in time to shower and meet Lisa and the boys at a local amusement park designed just for little kids. Parents are free since they are too big to ride the rides. lol Bryanna's boyfriend surprised me when he tapped me on the shoulder. He was there for his cousins 2nd birthday party. When I texted Bryanna about meeting his mother she came to join us after she got done with work which was great since Robby adores her. Lisa and the boys joined me for Mass at 5:00 but Robby was a mischievous 3 year old all day so I was exhausted when I got home. Today I am washing clothes and packing for my trip tomorrow.
I am also going to go and take Daisy for a little walk since Babe is going to his granddaughter's double header soft ball game. Whew! I am tired already.
My daughter keeps telling me everything is fine in Jacksonville but I still can't help but worry. I do hope Buzz is also safe and out of danger.
Mae, it is great hearing from you and sorry you had to endure more tests. You are a brave woman and handle your health issue with such grace.
Lin, absolutely love your cards and yes especially the baby girl card. If I ever need a baby girl card I will buy one from you because it is so unique.
Patsy, avoiding surgery is always good, I do hope your rehabilitation works.
Jackie, someone else on Facebook asked my friend if he had sandwiches at the Sandwich Fair.
Makes sense if you never heard of Sandwich. Sorry about your friend's husband, alcoholism is such a terrible disease. I think celebrating his life over lunch is a wonderful idea.
Anne, do you put little panties on Jilly during her cycle? She is so tiny I doubt she makes a mess. TMI?
This might be my last post for ten days so everyone take care of yourself, stay healthy, stay happy and know I will try to read the posts if they still have wifi in their clubhouse. We keep busy while there so we will see.
Sandy
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SANDY, before you go - and have a great trip - heavens no! No panties! She wouldn't keep them on anyway! Jilly is like all dogs in the past, she keeps herself surprisingly clean. The only thing I will have to wash is her own blanket in her bed. It's pretty clean as well so far. Maybe she wakes up at night for a clean up. Probably when I make my own nocturnal trip to the bathroom.!
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Hello Sneakers
Back from church and dived into another book!! It is amazing how time flies when you are absorbed in a book you enjoy.
Sandy, enjoy your trip. Won't you have withdrawal from WiFi? I think I would.
Jackie, poor Scruff. Having to stay clean is so undoglike. Haaaa. It seems they have found many shows to attend. We have a dog show this weekend but there are only a couple a year. At least I only hear about several a year. My goodness, what a week you have coming up!! Best wishes to you as you take your friend to lunch tomorrow. I hope you can relive some happy times.
Anne, I hope your day is a pleasant one with Jilly being entertained by Michael. You can be our Pippi Longstockings. We won't even insist on braids. Regardless of color I am still a bit envious of the amount of hair you have. Mine is quite incredibly wimpy.
Speaking of Wimpy, I just streamed the movie "Diary of a Wimpy Kid." It was cute. Has anyone watched that?
Buzz, thinking of you. I have acquaintances in the Tampa area, Sarasota, and Ft. Myers. I hope everyone is safe where they are sheltering.
Hugs.
Lin
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Off to Walmart....
Hugs.
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Happy Monday! Getting ready to leave but want you to know my daughter is okay. They lost power at bedtime and heard the rain and wind but at least there is no severe damage.
She is bored with no internet or cell phone service but she was able to get one text to me and then we talked on the phone. Now I hope Buzz is okay.
Will try to check in if possible!
Sandy
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Afternoon. I've just seen on the midday news that van loads of dogs have arrived here from Houston. Their owners can't take care of them and after being checked over, they will be up for adoption here in 14 days. Most owners very upset at having to let their pets go. Very sad, I can't imagine waving goodbye to The Bean.
It was a relief to see on the TV that Florida didn't suffer the same devastation as the Caribbean islands. I guess Buzz is without power. Glad your daughter is safe SANDY.
We are having our usual Monday wash and iron day. The Bean is snoozing and seems resigned to her fate of being house and garden bound for the next few days although Michael took her for long walks yesterday and I grabbed the opportunity to mow the lawns and gather in the last of the carrots. Only onions left now. Mike would have mowed the lawns but I figure he does enough for me and he and Jilly were gone for quite a while so I sort of made hay while the sun shone. There is a definite nip in the air early morning and my heat is still coming on at that time.
So....as you can see, a very quiet Monday for....
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Hi and howdy, life continues...I am doing my exercises, getting this mess (that I call my hair,) chopped off and restyled. Right now I have that disheveled look. No way to comb it or style it.
I would take in another storm caused orphan doggie. It would need to be a smaller or mid-sized dog and potty trained and friendly. John is not as open to the idea. Katie would love a little friend to romp with. I have talked about change being very difficult for John. Actually, it isn't really easy for me either.
I did one of my semi-annual purge of drawings, studies, and unfinished paintings. I usually burn them in the wood stove. I will need to wait a couple of months to do that. I always have a rush of memories and oddly sad feelings as I get rid of paintings and drawings. It feels like I am burning photos. There is not enough room on the planet to keep badly done paintings and poorly executed drawings.
I contacted the "evil" gallery owner about a show this winter or early spring. I need the aggravation of a schedule to stay on task. Hopefully the puppy stories, that Anne and I enjoy writing so much, will get back on track. My little sciatica episode stopped all the important creative efforts. That is unexceptable!
I did have a brief message from Buzz right before the storm hit. She wanted everyone to know she felt all efforts were being made to keep her safe. She said she loved us all and was thinking of us. The loss of power would keep her silent for a while.
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Hi gals, and thank you, PATSY, for delivering my message!
We never lost electricity! But lost phones, internet and TV.. Just got my internet back, but nothing else! This place was unbelievable and we can never thank the staff enough for sleeping here and working day and night (yes, nights) to keep us cared for! Even the wonderful Chaplain was serving breakfast every day since lasyt Thursday, because they didn't want us to buy food in case electicity went down! We were mostly category 1 hurricane but gusts to 140 sounded awful in the middle of the night. And the Sheriff's office kept waking us up at night to warn us of tornado threats, lol! . Now, I must shower and get ready to eat...again! MFP gave me back my log-ins, I think, maybe short a day, but who's counting? I will try to catch up on all the posts, and SANDY, if you are going away, have a great trip! Glad your daughter is OK.. We were very lucking with this one! Buzz
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Something wonderful DID happen BUZZ. Wonderful to hear from you for a start!
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Wonderful indeed. Welcome back Buzz!!!!!
Lin0 -
So glad to hear from Buzz and to hear everything went well.
Sitting on the bed at the airport hotel. We leave tomorrow morning for Calgary. Back to the real world. We've had so much fun and visited with lots of friends and relatives. Looking forward to seeing our family though.
Keep well
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Wonderful to see a post from Buzz and know all is well in her camp! I'm between the vet visit with Brady for his booster shot where he managed to jump from the examination table up onto shelves and do his best to knock everything off while I explained to the vet that this is what he likes to do!! She is a lovely Scottish lass that we saw this time as my vet recently retired and sold his business to this group that covers many areas of Cornwall so they seem to circulate their vets. Brady is apparently in perfect health and did manage to sit relatively unperturbed in the cat basket this time. Yesterday's lunch was delicious and we both went for the locally caught fish followed by an orange and chocolate brownie with whiskey ice cream and we talked lots about our happy memories of my friend's ex before walking home with George in tow!
Anne ~ Such sad stories about these pets always pull at heartstrings so I'm sure they will all find good homes in Canada. Tragic for their owners though. Another dog is something I always said I wouldn't add to my menagerie until last week I saw on the tv a story about a group of beautiful dogs arriving in the UK after being rescued from meat markets in S.Korea by a charity. I know we can't save every creature looking for a home but those little faces really had me thinking!! One good piece of news out of it was that the Korean President has recently adopted a dog rescued from similar circumstances so they hope he will soon ban such a trade.
Lin ~ Scruff's mum discovered doggy fly ball at the last show and she did particularly well at it so now they've joined a competitive group.... there will be no stopping them soon and dear George will be left to sniff the moors on his own, not that he minds!!
Just look at the beautiful calm in Jeri's photos. It just goes to prove waters have many moods when comparing with what we've all witnessed on the news this past week.
Sandy ~ If I haven't missed you have a wonderful time away.
Lots to do before my yoga class at 5pm because we are seeing the sun for the first time in days but another front with heavy rain is on its way for tonight so I'd better get on.
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I know what you mean about adopting another dog JACKIE. I would love to. Jilly is such a friendly little thing I think she would welcome a companion with open paws. Age stops me, and also because Mike says he could only cope with one Jilly if and when he becomes her owner, what with working etc. Expense has to be considered as well, especially as our furry friends age. Poor little Amy, Janice's little rescued dog from Asia continues with her incontinence due apparently to spaying. She can't help it and Janice says it happens a lot whilst she sleeps. The vet has put her on hormone replacement pills! I gather 1 in 5 dogs develop incontinence after spaying, so, inconvenient as it is for Jill confined to barracks and for me washing her blanket we will continue on this course. After all, it's only twice a year for a few days. Mary Jo said laughingly "I bet you thought all this was behind you". Well yes, at my advanced age!
Your photos JERI are making me want to visit Nova Scotia again. I felt at home in Nova Scotia!
So, another peaceful day in Ontario. I think I might weed today. The weather is warming up again, no humidity, just very pleasant.
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Good morning!
Spectacular photos Jeri. Lovely scenery and photos from a talented photographer. Homeward bound and I am sure you will be happy to see your family again and they will be so pleased that you are back home.
Jackie, the pull of taking in a dog never ends does it? I have no one to take a dog if my toes turn up or if I happen to be ill or injured or otherwise unable to look after a dog. My best friend had said he would find a home for any dog I might have but he died last Christmas.
Anne, and you are right, you have a plan if Jilly would happen to need a new home but there is also expense involved. Vet bills are quite substantial these days.
I love dogs though.
Time to scoot along. TJ's, home to out things away, off for Mah Jongg, quick lunch at home, off to the once a month coloring/nattering time at my library, home to make something to eat once again and then back to the library for book club.
Hugs.
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For JACKIE:
just noticed. The first storm of the season with gale force winds for the British isles. It's the first time they've named these storms and number one is Aileen.
Winds 75 mph. Hang on to your hat and George's leash JACKIE.
Storm Aileen set to bring strong winds to parts of the UK
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41241014
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Just a quick check in. Checking to make sure Buzz was okay glad to hear everything went well without any major problems Buzz. Sandy glad to hear that your daughter made it through the storm without any problems.
I too would love to have a dog but as Jackie States the added expense and not having anyone to care for it when I have medical issues and land in the hospital or cannot care for it is a concern. I do miss my little haha Keisha, Keisha was a Saint Bernard Akita Husky mix and was my best friend and companion for years. I'm glad to see that many people are opening their hearts to these poor lost souls.
I am looking and contemplating of buying a mobile home or double-wide to downsize so I will not have stairs and a basement to have to bother with, but what an undertaking I have so much here to purge and my energy is waning. But this would be a good option as it would keep me from having to refinance if I could sell my current house at enough profit to pay off the balance and then purchase outright without a further loan. I have found two local options that I fallen in love with but I fear I would not be able to get my place cleaned out and on the market sold in time before these places will be gone. I do not have much in regards to help it would be all on my shoulders as my son is still not very agreeable. He is actually coming tomorrow he states to move the double bed upstairs to the main floor and take his son's twin bed down as I am supposed to be having company next week, but I feel lucky to even have him do that I'm not sure I could give him to help to do much more in regards to helping me Purge and move. My funds are declining but I fear I will have to hire someone to help me muck out and keep me on task and then pack up and move.
Well, I made it to the community garden yesterday finished off broccoli there and pulled the plant, pulled some beautiful carrots, had a ton of sun gold Tomatoes , they were falling off the plant, that I had to harvest, made my own version of tomato sauce with them and some of my basil. I also pulled the peas and wax beans that I had going to seed and we'll sell them out tonight. Hopefully by the weekend I will get to my garden here at the house and see what needs to be harvested there I am currently watching a cucumber and zucchini that aren't quite ready and have a handful of green paste tomatoes coming. I am anxious for the tomatoes as anything at the community garden other than the tiny Sun Golds got blight. There is a bit of Swiss chard and kale that also needs to be harvested. The red cabbage were also ready and I pulled two will have to do something with them soon. This is always an issue when everything comes all at once and have a lot of work to keep the vegetables from spoiling but I do so love my veggies. I'm in hopes of getting my big deep freeze cleaned out within a week to 10 days where I lost the power on it and not sure whether things are good I'd rather be safe than sorry. I am hoping that I may be able to downsize enough to not use the big freezer especially since I'm looking at buying a smaller place I need to downsize.
Well, got to go I have a Workman coming finally to review what he did not finish earlier in the season. I also have large dishes that do not fit in the dishwasher to do and hopefully will Purge through my pots and pans while I'm doing this. Unfortunately, I have a bit of a hoarding habit when it comes to Kitchen things, craft stuff, and clothes... chuckle. In downsizing hopefully it will keep me under control.
Sandy have a good trip.Jeri have a safe trip home and thank you for the pictures of Nova Scotia. I used to love to go across the border and see the reversing falls in the beautiful places but since we now have to have a passport to just go that short distance I do not Venture there anymore. If I had thought I had a time I could have got a passport and possibly met new in Nova Scotia it would have been nice to meet a new friend.
Well friends got to go we'll check in later be safe be happy.
Mae
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Greetings ladies,
We have a cloudy and somewhat cool morning. That makes me stiff and creaky. I am sure that living here in humid cool PNW makes all our joints rust! I wish there was WD-40 oil for human knees and hips. As we all know, there really is nothing that can't be fixed with a squirt of WD-40 and duct tape. John laughed that we would need to add hot melt glue as well! I am headed for the Physical therapy center...aaaaaaaggggh!
Age and reason keeps me from adopting another doggie. John said he would accept a hamster or canary, but Katie would comment murder, I am sure. Actually Katie's personality is huge enough to fill this house and accupy all family members. So...moving on. Our son is half owner of Katie. Or as know Katie is half owner of our son, Damon. Pets are such a huge responsibility and enormous source of joy.
I am still stunned at the damage of the recent storms. I am further stunned at our president and his devotion to fossil fuels are even now, walking back a partial acceptance of global warming. I saw a news report on the extraordinary damage. I found it just so frightening and alarming. It really is a miracle that Buzz is safe. I am so grateful also that Sandy's daughter rode out the storm. We have several friends and family that were not so,lucky. They lost their boat and their condo was flooded. Another family member is still unaccounted for. No word from them. They recently moved to Florida, not sure where.
Did you know that you have to wear special clothes during exercise so your body will know you mean business!!!!
Patsy
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My internet and phone keep coming and going so this must be brief; MAE, after seeing the damage and losses associated with mobile homes, I would hesitate to even think about living in one full time! Entire mobile towns disappear every time there are gale winds! Even those "permanently" planted! Be wary, dear. SANDY, I've been watching the surge effects in Jacksonville and trust your daughter is not near any of the beautiful rivers or coastlines there! I am so thankful we never felt the dreadful effect of Irma that surrounded our community, but everywhere is a wreck! My biggest problem is when my phone rings, no one can hear me answer! My sister calls constantly, and my cell battery is not holding charges anymore! Believe it or not, I must dress somewhat now for Birthday Night Dinner! I cannot believe they are making it tonight for everyone with September birthdays! I'll keep it simple as I keep drifting off to nap! 2/3 of Florida is without electricity says our Governor. My love to you all, 2 or 4 footed pals, and I'm headed at least for the lipstick!!! Hugs to all! Buzz
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With all good intentions we set off on our walk on the moors this morning but within minutes huge black clouds full of COLD rain soaked us so as we trudged along our planned route got shorter and shorter. Of course back at the cars and saying our farewells the clouds disappeared and sun came out but too late!!!!! Yesterday evening's yoga class that was deemed by our teacher to be gentle was extremely hard work after our summer break so had me telling myself off for not doing enough during the summer months to maintain any strength in my legs. Therefore here I go again planning daily exercising.... we shall see but I know I'm the only one that can do it and only blame myself when my legs ache. I'm not planning much before driving to Plymouth for my annual mammogram and check with oncologist but will be glad when it's done so I can move my head on again to more cheerful things.
Anne ~ Yes, I saw that storm warning and we certainly had a lot of wind blowing around last night but my only damage was a large vent in the roof of my greenhouse blowing out and breaking its frame so I've just spent 10 minutes sticking it all back together! I think it mostly headed north so we avoided the worst. It's a shame poor Amy was obviously spayed at the wrong time according to today's advice from vets but so long as you cope with Jilly being in heat I wouldn't add that worry.
Lin ~ I know I'm very lucky that my nice neighbours would adopt my cats if I popped my clogs or continue to feed them in my home if it was a short term absence and of course I have an agreement with Scruff's mum that we will take in each others dog if necessary. If we hadn't found our hungry and dehydrated Brady on the moors I would never have considered taking on such a young cat but now he's here I feel I can at least give him a good life for now and the future will take care of itself.
A friend of mine in his 90's adopted an injured parrot that his daughter who works for social care found abandoned in someone's home. The vet said it wouldn't live more than a few months but here he is 5 years on ruling the roost and my friend tells me he confides all his secrets to Johny the parrot before he goes to bed each night and I can tell the company it gives him is as good as any tonic!
Mae ~ Last month I purchased a set of 3 new saucepans, small, medium and large and apart from one I always cook George's food in every old pan was relegated to the tip and I have to admit I don't miss any of them! Like all these things we collect and hoard thinking we can't live without them, the initial step of clearing out is the most difficult but for me, working my way through each room of the house and assigning nic-nacs to either charity shops or the tip has been so refreshing I have to now ensure I don't take it too far! It seems you are feeling at a crossroads deciding whether or where to move but I'm sure when the right place shows itself to you you'll know and hopefully you'll then feel comfortable about the clearing process. Considering your late start in growing veggies you have had a great summer and long may it last. I'm trying to get a few more leeks up and running to over winter as well as small turnips and the seeds have at least germinated so hopefully I will be able to plant out next month at the allotment.
Buzz ~ So much for modern technology at times like this eh! Telegrams weren't such a bad idea after all!! I think it's great that you are all able to carry on with life as normal and certainly a birthday night is a good start! Such devastation everywhere but it seems warmer oceans and their consequences are becoming accepted as the norm!
I'm going to push the vacuum cleaner about a bit and do some washing up so I don't dwell too much on my hospital visit.
Enjoy your day everyone and stay safe.
Jackie
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Good dreary morning everybody. I'm glad it's a dreary morning because if it rains Jill will be happy to stay indoors as will I! I've realized why time is hurtling past at a terrific speed. It's because we do so much the hours go by at an alarming rate. With jill and I being mainly stuck at home this week time has really slowed down.
What a marvellous tale about the parrot JACKIE!! I chucked out all my old pans that I brought over, already old, from the UK a few years ago. Actually after emigrating and quickly divorcing three years later we started off life with only the essentials. Ive never really acquired that much since and it's a sort of freedom getting rid of all the clutter. I have two full book cases, and if I buy a new book, I chuck one of the least loved out to make room for the new. Same with clothing. I've a number of matching clothes hangers. Once they are used up and I buy a new garment then something I've outgrown or not worn for over a year, out it goes. The only one with clutter in this household is Jilly with her overflowing toy box!
These celebrities with closets full of clothes! It must be an awful headache wondering what to wear!
I just have my Toby jugs and one or two cherished items to dust.
I think I would think twice about buying a mobile home MAE. Friends in the Kiwarthas lost theirs to a tornado a few years back. BUZZ made a good point.
Well, time to shower,
Anne.0 -
We prder me a computor should be here
Friday . My other one die on me.
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