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Yes, Kim! Very good!

Anyone know where we are? Flea ???

I'm curious. Did he work after navy retirement for double income? I've always wondered how it works. Flea Willamette Valley OR

I'm sorry, Barbie! Take care. Flea Willamette Valley OR

My "kiddos." Three mine. The one on the left is engaged to mine second from the right. If you can follow that. My youngest refuses to smile for pictures. Too cool, I guess. We had a nice day today. Flea Willamette Valley OR

For those looking for something to do tonight or tomorrow, I found this recording of Duke University's performance of Handel's Messiah 2024. It is amazing. I have been enjoying it this afternoon. https://youtu.be/PFT-m6n_bU8?si=n_mt8Qyo8KQCaYsC Thinking of those of you feeling lonely this holiday. Flea Willamette Valley, OR

Debbie, It could take him a long time to wind down. He's been wound up for a very long time. Especially if she could still go back home after rehab, he may feel like he can't let his guard down too much. Take care of yourself. This is could be a rough Christmas. Flea Willamette Valley OR

I'm so thankful they found a place! I agree that rehab will be a good effort and will tell you a lot. My mom went to rehab first; she tried it, but she could not do it, and they told us that she was at her "new baseline." We originally thought she would be able to go home. I say "we," meaning my niece and I, but I think…

Debbie-- If your dh will listen to you, encourage him to lean on the hospital social worker. Be honest with them about what it is like trying to care for her. After my mom fell, and couldn't move, the doctors were threatening to send her home; we went to the social worker and told him how it was and that she could not…

I'm alive. Just hectic with end of the semester and getting ready for Christmas and then an after Christmas vacation. I'm reading along, but by time I think to comment, someone's already said it better. Flea Willamette Valley OR

Add me to the list of people on a news fast. I still overhear a little, and I just have to shake my head. We are officially living in crazy town. I'm focusing on cooking, my family, and my health. Nothing I can do about the world. So I'll just tend to my little bit. "Cultivate my garden," as Candide says. Flea Willamette…

Oh Lisa! Like fingernails on a chalkboard. Your stuff is beautiful. Flea Willamette Valley OR

Hi, Lanette. I use a chromebook at work to teach class. I think it works great. It's not the same as an actual computer, but for the functions you are talking about, I think it should be fine. Because I use it for class, I primarily use it to project my slides (Art History!) and access my campus email and learning…

Be cautious, Allie. If he doesn't have a feasible means of getting his own place, he won't. I would only take him in if you are willing to make it permanent. Which might be a nice thing, anyway, but be prepared. Sorry about the rise in HOA fees. That's quite a bit of money. Flea Willamette Valley OR

Thanks for the update about Jake. Thinking of you today Tracey. I imagine that it is a very emotional day. Take care everyone. Flea Willamette Valley OR

Oh Barbie. I'm so sorry. Thinking of you and Jake. Flea Willamette Valley OR

You can do it Annie. I did it a few months ago. It's not fun, but the pain isn't fun either, so it will be worth it. Hang in there! Flea Willamette Valley OR

LOL Lisa. I just had to comment that I am comforted that we have similar tastes in Youtube videos! And of course, Egg is too cute for words. Much love to everyone. I am feeling a little off this morning, so taking the morning off from teaching, but will go into the prison at noon for my afternoon class. I should be fine by…

I'm sorry, Barbie. This must be so upsetting to both of you. Flea Willamette Valley OR

Carol I hear you! Somewhat political. Much love. Flea Willamette Valley OR

Mo. I have a hybrid. I love it. In the US, a hybrid bike has tires between racing and mountain bike tires, so beefier than a regular 10 speed but not as hefty as mountain bike. Flea Willamette Valley OR

Hi, Carol. I thought they were everywhere. We get two -- one from our county with information about county and local races, and one from the state, which covers state and federal races. They are super helpful, and we all read them carefully. I was annoyed because my youngest is voting for the first time, and I wanted him…

Good morning. I have a question for those of you in the US which I'll put in the spoiler, just in case it is considered political. Flea Willamette Valley OR

I would be surprised if she gets anything more than two weeks' pay, and I'm not sure they have to do that. It's immoral. Vicki, I'm so very sorry that this is happening to you. It's just horrible. Much love to you. Be gentle with yourself. This is a huge shock. Flea Willamette Valley, OR

So beautiful, Allie. And I'm also sorry for your loss. Flea Willamette Valley OR

Rita -- is that bacon wrapped jalapeno? Debbie -- do your neighbors complain about the number of cats you have? I assume the outdoor cats end up hanging around in their yards as well as yours? Long work day today, then going out for dinner tonight with my daughter, her partner, and her partner's parents. Much love. Flea…

My puppy is a miniature Australian Shepherd. She weighs about 20 pounds. But her markings are very much like the Burmese Mountain Dog. I think of that every time Rebecca share's a picture of her sister's dog. They really do look very similar, just my pup is teeny tiny, in comparison. We have a very small yard, so we didn't…

Enjoying a beautiful Sunday morning in our back yard with our puppy. She longs to go into the forbidden yard. We keep her out of it to preserve the lawn and veggies and to keep her farther from the sidewalk. My fingers hit too fast, I guess. Pictures in the next post. Flea Willamette Valley OR

Found a picture of me from 1982, in my mom's wedding dress. With my dad. Flea Willamette Valley OR