Well, the new lawnmower works just fine although it is heavier than the old one. So the grass is cut which makes everything look tidier even if it’s not really!
A plasterer was supposed to phone yesterday or today to arrange to look at what is required on my walls but didn’t but at least the electrician did call this evening and will pop in tomorrow to work out his first fixings.
A letter from the hospital arrived today letting me know an appointment has been booked for my annual cancer check next week which is good because a lot of delays were occurring at the peak of the virus and that then created a backlog. Five years (where did that time go?) and this could be my last check 🤞🏻

Hello Patsy, you were missed! Lots of hugs coming back in your direction. We need to know what you, John and the wondrous Katie are up to and that you are safe and well. Your Youtube project sounds fascinating and fun so I do hope it’s something we’ll be able to view one day. I’m so sorry you have lost a friend to COVID and agree these deaths seem such an unfair waste if only everyone would take it seriously.

Anne, our supermarkets have employed thousands of extra staff to pick and deliver groceries since the initial panic because there are still lots of vulnerable people having to isolate plus now those who have to quarantine because testing has shown them to have the virus. Of course it will depend if these new spikes can be controlled. Every aspect of our lives is being disrupted when especially a weekly shop shouldn’t be such a drama.

I love Mackintosh designs Lin, in fact am wearing small earrings with one of his flower designs in enamel. The puzzle is quite a complex design so I imagine not easy even with just 100 pieces! Your social security calls do sound frustrating so we’ll done for persevering!

Sandy, since lockdown I haven’t weighed Betty at the vet practice because we still can’t go inside and I’m guessing to make an appointment for a practice nurse to collect her from the car park and weigh her would cost money so on principle I won’t! I stick with the dietary kibble but do think she is an unusual shape that makes her look overweight. Pug and King Charles Cavalier are a strange mix and 4 years of constant breeding didn’t do her shape any favours either. George’s groomer said at the weekend she thought Betty had lost weight.

When I ordered my new lawnmower on Amazon I saw an offer on one of those tooth irrigation machines and bought one. It arrived yesterday so before I went to bed I filled it’s water tank, pointed the tip at my teeth and switched on.... water up my nose, in my eyes, through my hair, washed the mirror and the wall tiles but missed my teeth!! Not sure I’ll try again tonight 😲

Jackie

Well finally got caught up with everything that I have missed. So much has gone on....

Jackie your wallpaper removal reminded me of my days of removing wallpaper. Such a job and usually it meant papering it shortly after. My husband and I made quite a team doing these projects. Loved the end result, but definitely not the removal part. Painting is a whole lot easier. Look forward to seeing your finished cottage when done.

Lin your choice of puzzles amaze me. Must admit there are several you have done that I would love to do also, but can't find similar ones. Suspect I need to do a bit more searching on the internet. Need to find one for a winter project. Hoping your issues with SS are resolved easily. We have people that scam from SS here, so beware. Our one discussion from them many yrs ago was initiated by a letter first from them and then we had to return the calls. Sorry...I need to mind my own business.

Bob your salad creations are amazing. I tend to put the vegetable drawer in them also, but mine look not near as appetizing as yours. Need to try red onions and radishes for a change. In hot weather we are salad eaters for our dinner often. That and ice tea of course.

Jeri so nice to see the photos of your grand kids. Great looking bunch ! Envious also of your areas to walk in also. Just noticed snow was forecasted in Edmonton for today, so suspect you might have a flurry or two also. Seems a bit early doesn't it ? Hoping your future camping trip goes well for you both. Not going well in our state this year.

Sandi you amaze me in how well you are doing looking after your grand kids for hrs/several days in a row. Plus you have 3 of them. It sure wore me out 5 yrs ago when I did it daily 5 days a week for a whole school yr for 6 hrs a day. Must admit we really miss those fun times with her. Enjoy them trampoline and all. We had so much fun.....

Anne... seriously was concerned about your bee sting on your finger and because it swelled up I suspected you had an allergy to it. After an ok from your dr I would have likely used Benadryl also. Reminds me of walking thru Costco in April in the wherehouse getting attacked by a yellowjacket from no where stinging me on the neck. I swatted it off, turned around and basically said how dare you and stomped on him. Getting a stick in the armpit isn't fun either, so I have no love for them. Glad you are better. They make elastic knee supports usually found at the drug store. Maybe they might make your walks a bit easier.

Patsy glad to see you were able to get back on. Covid isn't doing well in California either. Southern Californians seem to think it will go away on its own. We finally just got several small businesses opened up again, but we will see what happens after this this past holiday. Northern California is finally taking it a bit more seriously. Seem to live in our house alot these days, but don't care to risking getting it either at our ages. Hang in there and hope you are getting around a bit better this week.

Buzz.. nice to see you drop in occasionally. Hoping tomorrow you will be blessed with another restful day. Miss seeing you.

And as for me....well it is very hot here this week in the 100-109 temps. This has brought on more fires this year than last of which several have been quite large. Smoke seems to be in the air far more frequently than I wish. Be sides this and a chance for covid they keep us pretty much inside with our ac thank goodness. It is 21 yrs old, so we keep our fingers crossed it holds out. Masks are the norm when we do head to the store. We were able to see our daughter and family a week ago after their move. Spent a few hrs helping the kids organize their new rooms. Yesterday we saw our son and family for a visit also. All of these kids are growing up so fast. Miss not seeing them.
The kids are homeschooling right now until their districts finally get the ok to open again. Makes for hard times for everyone when they are all very active kids. Hopefully things will improve soon.

Time to call it a night. Take care of yourselves until next time....

Diane

Jackie – There is nothing like the look of a freshly cut yard. I am sure it is beautiful! It’s amazing how difficult and time consuming it can be when working with multiple contractors. Glad the electrician is so “on top” of things.

Excited for you about your booked appointment and possible last check. I am sure that 5 yr milestone has been in the back of your head. Again – very happy for you! Thanks for leaving me with a morning laugh… “water up my nose, in my eyes, through my hair, washed the mirror and the wall tiles but missed my teeth!!” Only a photo could have made me chuckle more. I know Jean loves her Waterpik water flosser.

Diane – It still amazes me that I have shifted my eating habits to include so much more salad / veggies. I still eat meat but the portions are now generally a mere 2 – 4 oz. I love plain ice tea too – especially on a hot day – like today. The temp is going to 85 with a “feel like” temp of 92!

Your 100-109 would have me ducking for a/c throughout the day. I have dozens of AZ relatives and have experienced the “hot times” - BUT – I do prefer heat to “long winters with heavy snowfall.” In 2011 we had 159 inches of snowfall. I can’t believe the fires you have had to deal with…the destruction shown on the news can be so horrific at times. I can relate about the growing kids. Since March there have only been a couple times with grandchildren (ages 5, 10 and 12) and a gap of just 6 months was noticeable from a growth and maturity perspective.

Lin – thanks for the morning tea pot photo!

Waited until 7:30am before thinking about & preparing lunch for later … only need to add grill!
Wed LUNCH (271 cal.) Buffalo Chicken Burger, Arugula blend baby lettuce & greens, baby spinach, broccoli and cauliflower, tomato, radish, hot banana peppers rings, red onion, Balsamic Spray and Extra Virgin Olive Oil Spray.




Stay cool everyone. Bob

Quiet and rather chilly day here. Not much going on at all. Well my M&S parcel arrived and as always - so far - thrilled to bits with the contents! I suppose one day I will get something I don't like, but I do take quite a bit of time choosing to try and avoid mistakes.

Other than that, having finished the Stephen King latest I'm settling down to read "The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle" by Stuart Turton. It's his first novel and it's got rave reviews. I must admit the first chapter has aroused my interest. Apparently a modern day Agatha Christie but a Christie ramped up several notches and set in a Downton Abbey style decaying manor house. Hope it's as good as the reviews.

Lovely reading everyone's posts! I can't match!!
Annie.🙃🐶❤️

Hello friends. My day is drawing to a close and it’s been quite constructive. The electrician arrived mid morning and I walked him round the rooms pointing out where I would like new sockets and wall heaters. He is a helpful fellow and full of advice about numbers of sockets (double what you think you want at little extra cost) and type of heater. He will be back on the 29th which gives me plenty of time to find the elusive plasterer and make a plan. I also phoned a carpenter recommended by a friend who will visit before I walk in the morning to talk about creating a window seat and broom cupboard.

Sandy, I laughed too as I wiped the mirror and tiles and threw a towel over my head after I managed to spray water everywhere but in my mouth! My diagnosis was breast cancer 5 years ago which required a small amount of surgery and 3 weeks radiotherapy. Hopefully as each year goes by the risk of it returning is diminishing. I did mention it at the time but probably not much... that’s me!

Bob, you must ask Jean what the secret is to NOT spraying water everywhere because it sounds like she knows what she’s doing! Your words about dealing with multiple contractors sounds like a voice of experience. Certainly when I began this project I found that side of things exhausting but then remembered a colleague many years ago who was a floor manager at tv studios whose catchphrase when asked to move something was always ‘you can’t rush a tradesman’. I’ve thought of him often recently!
I’m sure anyone who has dealt with a cancer diagnosis would say they never quite let go of it even after successful treatment. It’s weird that from the day I receive the annual all clear letter to about a month before the next check I feel nothing physically but then twinges and occasional aches appear which is all psychological I’m sure! 🙃
I’m curious about you eating Jean’s green tomatoes. Are they a special type or just raw? I remember a movie years ago had a title about fried green tomatoes. Last but not least, you won’t be surprised to hear I have Steely Dan in my vinyl collection! 😁

Pretty teapot Lin!

Enjoy your book Anne... it sounds interesting!

Hi Patsy, let’s not lose you again!

Barbie, I’m pleased to read there’s plenty of water between you and the fires but even so smoke is never pleasant so please take care.

Love you Buzz. 💕💓

Time for feet up and last cuppa of the day.
Jackie

I spent the afternoon reading this new book. It really is very different from the norm but I'm enjoying it.
It's rather chilly in the house and Mark said he would try and find son Derek to remove the two air conditioners but so far they haven't shown up. I've dug out my thick winter socks and a sweater which will tell you how chilly it is. The a/c's are too heavy for me to help just Mark on his own and the cold air comes in through the plastic side panels extended to block the window spaces left on either side of the units. I'm rather hoping they will show up because dear Harry next door has acquired a boat from somewhere to park next to my side LR window and somehow he managed to spill gasoline and the smell is quite nauseating.

I remember the operation JACKIE and quite understand your nervousness for next weeks check up. Hopefully all will be well and with your level of energy it would seem this is so and won't it be great to put it behind you for good if this is your last check. What day? so we can all send good vibes.

I got an email from the parcel delivery people with a photo of my front door and parcel to prove they left it. That's new! This virus is changing everything!

Enjoyed reading everyone's posts. It's amazing how productive you all are, no sitting in the rocking chair for this group.

Supper time,
Annie.

Once I figured out HOW to use mine without drenching my dress, I love my Waterpik/brush combo! I sit in front of the sink edge and put the PIK inside my mouth pointing at the back teeth, my chin resting on the sink! Seeing all the pieces dripping out from the stream of water has convinced me my teeth are not really clean without my Waterpik! I received a price list from the dentist and a semi-permanent replacement of that bridge that fell out will be $1295.Permanent will be $4000! For 3 teeth?
Today, my therapist suggested we might go to my apartment next week to see how comfortable I would be living there alone! I am so excited. I did think I was progressing well, but almost gave up on ever being discharged. The administration accepts basic shopping lists to help keep us safely home. It amazes me how strong my nails have grown not having used my hands in dishwater for many months.
Annie, so sorry for your stolen parcel! Does your insurance cover the cost?
Bob, is it the food or your photography that makes your meals so irresistible?
Lin, such good luck with the found paper!
Love you, too, Jackie ! Anxiously awaiting pictures of your latest home improvement!
Sandy, what on earth does " that were set off my a gender reveal party" mean? You are so very generous with your grandchildren sitting!
Barbie, the smoke alone can be very damaging, so take care, dear!
Diane, thank you!
Oh my, it's after 10 and I should be tucked in.One of my medications has badly discolored my forearms! Black, blue and red!

Buzz

BUZZ! Lovely long post from you dear girl. Sorry I didn't explain too well. My parcel wasn't stolen. Instead of knocking on the door for a signature received the delivery people now take a photo after knocking to show it's there on the doorstep and then you acknowledge received. Neat idea!
I'm lucky BARBIE my young Bean can last from 9:30 until 6 am before doing a tinkle. What a good mom you are.
We've woken up to a chilly house despite all windows firmly shut. Brrrrrr. I refuse to turn the heat on just yet!
Off for warm up coffee and oatmeal,
Anne. 🙃🐶❤️

Good afternoon. I have been working on card fronts again. Ran out of die cuts and pattern paper with two card fronts left to finish. Have been scavenging for last bits and pieces. But my hands are hurting right now so I am not certain how much more I will accomplish today.

I need to do some online business and I have a stack of mail I haven’t opened. So I guess that’s on tap next.

Sandy, okay, I never order that early apparently. 🤣😄🤣

Best wishes sent along to all our Sneakers.

Lin
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