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Sue - how nice to have a chat with your sister. Heather - I’m doing ok, I am very concerned about our financial state but having MiL here is not a burden to me except I don’t get enough alone time. Last year I complained I had too much alone time. I guess I want some just not a lot. I must be Goldilocks. My MIL’s physical…

Flea - my poor MIL has never had an easy life. I hope that she is able to live in peace with us for a long time Machka - I am a firm believer of gratitude, but let me tell you there are seasons where it’s really hard to find things to be grateful for when you’re hit with one thing after another. Heather - my friend here…

I figure it’s hard to understand why I’m finding it difficult to find something to interest my MIL. My MIL’s life story: Her mother passed when she was 6 months old. Her grandmother took her in until she was 5 when her eldest half sister came and took her against everyone’s wishes. Her sister was married, and at that time…

Machka - yes Rodger drives and has a vehicle at home, but he will be working again very soon I pray so won’t be home to do it. Annie - MIL is not blind. She can see the tv and see to take care of herself and move around freely, but her eyes aren’t good enough for a puzzle, or something like that. Ginny - I agree on…

I meant to respond a few days ago about your ideas on activities for my MIL. There are activities and local places, but we need to wait until she can get an assessment for some assistance with some of these things. I really can’t leave work on a regular basis to go home get her, drop her off and then pick her up again.…

Popping into say hi! As I have been struggling with of late I have been reading along but not taking notes again. I swear I’ll find a balance again someday. I am taking Friday off to take care of some things I need to for MIL. I assume one task will take most of the morning and will include a 2 - 3 hour wait to be served.…

Lanette - I have been trying to do more moving in the evenings. I 100% believe that sitting and not engaging is a huge contributor to Alzheimer’s Loneliness in my opinion is the number one cause. Our weather was beautiful today -8C and sunny. Kelly - what a day! I hope the rest of it was uneventful. Well my do nothing plan…

Carla - sorry for the loss. Rebecca - I find cleaning easier when I enjoy my space. Barbie - I am anxious for the weather to change so I can get out walking again. I know I could walk now, but I really don’t like walking on ice in the dark. Our street is not conducive to walking in Winter. I agree with you, I am a stickler…

I read through after ceramics, but didn’t take time to take notes. I’m sitting with a heating pad and Dr. Ho on my shoulder. I had 10 minutes left and then heading to bed. Tracey in Edmonton

Mo - I don’t know how the cost of smokes translates to American dollars. When I lived in a border town we used to “go across” to get them cheaper. Machka - I’m happy you were able to see the lights last night. Lisa - I am very set in my ways on books I read. I like normal smart *kitten* type characters that show strength. If…

Rebecca - I love the print going in your bathroom! What fun! Kim - Hugs to you. I’m so glad you have a supportive and loving circle. Lanette - I didn’t get outside to see if we could see the Northern Lights last night. I didn’t see any friends posting photos though so I don’t think I missed any. You’re right we don’t get…

Heather - congrats on the walking without aid! Carol - I have begun to feel a little crowded. I have been thinking of how o can get some me time. MIL went yo bed early the last two evenings that’s been helpful. I’m also going out of town for work again next week! 2 nights at a hotel and my cousin is going to join me for…

Barbara - glad your extraction went well. They don’t seem to want to extract here at all. Thank you for the insight on your journey with Joe. Kylia - can someone besides you, your SIL or DH be the one to have the store open on Saturday’s? Someone that could sell, or give back or take equipment being repaired.I wouldn’t…

Machka - that’s a good idea. Thank you. Kylia - I don’t believe the grass is greener and truthfully would probably avoid another relationship. I am definitely not in danger. I am just so completely exasperated and stressed. I’ve heard a lot about that book. I’ll have to get it. One of our residents has dementia but still…

I went to ceramics tonight so it’s a bit late for me to comment a lot. Our financial state is in the toilet right now. One of the major issues I have with Rodger is that I can’t count on him to pull his weight financially. He has chosen to take EI in the winters rather than work. This makes a 45% drop in our household…

Annie - are you getting your dad into full time care or is this the day care? Lisa - please pass my condolences onto Kim. She sure has a tumultuous time ahead of her. I’m glad she has support. Egg makes me chuckle. Almost makes me want a cat. Evelyn - I received your Christmas card yesterday. I guess our mail service is…

saying hi, didn’t take notes today Tracey in Edmonton

Machka - your van is giving you lots of headaches lately, I hope this is the last one for a while for you. Heather - hard to believe Edie and Max can be left home alone now. Annie - thank you, I love how that picture turned out too. I have heard that dementia also causes people to get quieter. They lose their words or get…

Barbie - m glad that you stayed and had cake with the man. How sad it is no one else did. Annie - go old school and make a book cover out of a paper bag. Do you think your father would even notice.I’m sorry your Dad’s next step will be the hygiene, that was one of the first signs with my Mom. Machka - we gave a second hand…

Allie - maybe some fences can be mended with Carmine joining them on the trip. It’s good they are talking. Debbie - Have you tried Marketplace for the items your looking for. The thrift stores here barely take silver chests and such now. Heather - that’s a fair amount of snow. I really enjoy cleaning. The basics, if I…

Annie - I’m happy to see you. You are handling things so well with your dad. Heather - I joined ceramics in September 21 in the hopes of making friends. It was a couple of years before I actually did anything with anyone outside the class. Lanette - I have made friends with a few of you on FB and one has my phone number.…

Thank you all so much for sharing dots that are best for different things. It is helping me with my DH and MIL. My MIL’s kidney function is a bit diminished and I had been concerned that she’s notation enough proteins and eating too many carbs. She really eats very little on any given day and I worry about her refusal to…

Lisa - I think some days I would love MIL’s blanket. 😂 I hope the weight is just the changes with meds, not your thyroid again. That’s quite exciting working on TV and radio ads. I feel for poor Kelsey, I can handle alone time for about 8 hours and then I’m looking for company. Kelly - it’s nice to see you pop in. What a…

I’ve read through and caught up. I had a very lazy day today, I needed it after the last three. I may be lazy tomorrow too. We bought a heated snugly type thing for MIL for Christmas. She loves it, calls it her million dollar blanket. She was actually too hot in it twice. Kaitlyn wrapped 6 boxes of Limited Edition Lemon…

Margaret - I hadn’t heard the song “One Holy Night in Bethlehem” before. I listened to it in YouTube. It’s pretty. Pretty ornament Lanette - My MIL made mincemeat and would send bottles out for us. She didn’t have any deer or moose meat this year to be able to make any. We brought her out before hunting season started.…

Machka - What a pretty dress. Lisa - I am thinking of using the Walmart order pickup thing, so many have mentioned how much money it saves them. I am hesitant as that is a good time for me to get some alone time too. Melanie - My husband drives the same way as your son. I disagree with it and have asked often for him to…

Allie - You are sure going to miss Doris. Sorry for your loss. Heather - I hope you get your referral soon. Lisa - It sounds like a lot, but you have a good grasp on it. I am so thankful that Brodey has taken on most of MIL’a medical care. Rodger and I drive her to appointments for tests, but Brodey is the one taking her…

Jelly Roll is an inspiration in many ways. Crock pot - I have made roast beef the last couple time in the crockpot. I bought one today and am going to try it for 6 hours tomorrow, I did d 4 last time because I was running late and it wasn’t as tender as I like. Heather - I need to do my hair too. Trying to put it off but…

back home tonight, tired after the drive so heading to bed early. Tracey in Edmonton

Heather - Congrats on getting the payment made! Such a relief for you. Where and when do we travel with you again? I see you posted now. Enjoy, it looks like a nice one. Machka - I so want to make a dollhouse. I want to do the fancy one though. Grandchildren are so fun at that age. Lisa - I should have gotten your number…