WOMEN AGES 50 + FOR NOVEMBER 2017

Hi Sisters, I had a bad day yesterday, cried my eyes out because of the way my youngest daughter treats me and her threats to neglect my animals while we are away...and I stress ate way too much. But today is a new day and I am going to make sure I don't let anyone ruin my day today...even though it is Mother in Law's birthday and we are going to visit her. It is rare that I get away from there unscathed. I blame her genes for the cruel streak in two of my daughters...Whenever I spend any time with her, I understand why my husband turned out the way he did. In fact, I am amazed at how well he turned out despite that negative influence.

Putting all that aside, I did have some highlights yesterday. I downloaded a new audio book called Heaven: An Unexpected Journey, written by a pilot who was brain dead for 11 hours and spent that time on a guided tour of Heaven with three guardian angels. I could not stop listening, even though I had planned to save this book for my holiday, I couldn't wait and it is absolutely so inspiring to hear about the horses, cats and dogs, the gardens, the music the prayers, the education, the light the colours, the violet eyes of the giant angels... I am awestruck! (I recently listened to 90 Minutes in Heaven, which is a book of miracle, but very lacking in the ability to describe the differences. I am finding this new book so much more detailed.)

Took Major, Jock and Honey for a walk in a little forest. Am nearly all packed and all the animal food bought, just a few more things to buy and pack today when we are in town. Went and visited my oldest daughter and my grandkids. They are all sick so I hope I don't get their colds to take with me on holiday. I realised the other day that it is taking four people to do all my jobs while I am away. Two daughters are helping with the animals, a staff worker is doing accounts, and another girl will be doing bees. LOL I love travelling so I am thinking up ways to make it easier...perhaps giving someone a free room in exchange for house sitting. In fact, that is what I am doing with my daughters but they EXPECT a free room and gas money and food, as their right. I have never charged them board, but when I ask them for something in return, the selfish nasty genes raise their ugly heads. But maybe someone unrelated would be a bit more grateful and willing to repay our generosity. Definitely, I am not going through this scenario again.

Lenore I have too many animals to put them all in boarding, so I will have to get a farm-sitter next time. My bratty daughter said "You need to get rid of some animals." and "Chickens survive in the wild-they'll be fine." So what does she think? That they really don't need feeding or need to have their water containers filled? Two of my daughters lack compassion, (or the ability to put themselves in the place of another and think what they might be feeling) just like my MIL. My husband also has this streak. I don't know why God has given me a family so lacking, when compassion is my greatest strength. Perhaps I am here to be an example to them so they can grow in this area. I am not claiming to be perfect myself! I have my own weaknesses and bad points, of course, and cycles that I seem to replay over and over. I try to examine myself and reflect, so that I can break these cycles and grow as a person. It is excruciating hard to try to change!

Wendy

Hi Gals,

So had to share- I am beginning to make a list of who gets gifts and what I want to do for them for the holiday season, then for those I am clueless, I work on getting some ideas from them….

Well, of course I would like to make as many gifts as I can, and honestly while others like embroidered gifts, they are not as much fun to make for me, as at this point that’s a bit like more work… anyway, over the summer a friend gave me 2 mailboxes just the standard by the curb on a stake mailbox, and I knew I could do something creative with them, but what and for who???

My closest girlfriend lives 2 hours away on a 70 acre property and her veggie garden is down the hill from the house, it dawned on me mailboxes are fine out in the weather, so I am going to paint it and put in it a few gardening tools and gloves so she won’t have to go back and forth so often… I think I’ll stencil some garden stuff on it…I got online and found a couple of choices, now I am excited to get it started, tomorrow weather is to be dry, I’ll take it out back and put a coat of paint on it, I have white, but maybe a sky blue would be better – the door is going to have a frog on it – maybe some seed packets, and one side will say FREE WEEDS, pull your own - She has both a December birthday and Christmas, so I may wrap the mailbox in Christmas wrap and the stuff to go inside in birthday wrap.


Smiles

Kim from N. California

This monstrosity is what they call a “mum”. My niece was given it by her homecoming date and wore it to school on Friday. Oh the mysterious ways of Texas.

Hi,

Just lost what I wrote! Basically, I send hugs to those that need them and doing the Snoopy happy dance for those who are doing well or reached a goal.

Got an order for a bracelet so that was good news today, went to the movies with my daughter to see Thor. Great eye candy. That man has some good pecs on him. Did eat everything I shouldn’t have and have gone to bed sick to my stomach. Serves me right.

Feeling a bit better today mood wise. Thanks for all your kind thoughts. I’m keeping you all in my pocket.

My wedding anniversary today, 11 years. My DH had to work today so we plan to go out to dinner next week sometime. God I love that man. I’m so fortunate to have him in my life. Took a while but he was worth the wait. Second time was the charm for me.

Night ladies. May you all have sweet dreams.

Terry getting better in VT

Call me crazy but I love to see other people happy and succeeding .

Good Evening Friends,

Michele, just look forward to opening the pool next spring. Honestly you stay so busy I’m always surprised you find time to enjoy the pool.

Sharon, I love the art. Thanks for sharing.

Heather, I know what you mean about the pros and cons of your move. Hopefully things will fall into place and the stars will align in your favor. Ok, what is an induction hob?

NYKaren, that is nice to want to mother your co-worker. I’m sure she will appreciate whatever you decide to do.

CarolGA, I hope you feel better soon. Body aches and pains can really throw us off our game.

Becca, congrats!!!

Wendy, sorry your daughter is giving you a hard time.

Kim, the mailbox gift sounds like a great idea.

Rye, I can’t stop looking at that “mum”. OMG And what do you mean she “wore” it to school. There is no way you can wear that like a normal mum! I can’t even imagine what something like that must cost. lol

Dana, welcome back. You were missed. Great pictures!!! Thanks for sharing.

Beejay, hang in there. I feel your pain but in my case, I stopped losing the few pounds at all. The thing is, we can’t give up and be okay with being overweight and out of shape. One day at a time.

Barbie, that is wonderful that you won’t have to rent a car. I’m not surprised your friends will do nice things for you. You deserve it.

Janetr,

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Sending love, good thoughts and cool sunshine to all of you.

I Love you
DJ
Myrtle Beach, SC