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HAPPY NEW YEAR to all... Eileen near San Diego

Juanita...so sorry about your brother. Praying for you and your family. I think I finally finished Christmas shopping today. Now I have all the wrapping to do...Then I'll probably figure out what/who I missed. I really do not want to go out and buy stuff tomorrow, but I will if I have to. Our DS, DIL, and GS will come…

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Thanks for reposting those songs, Barbie. I have to copy them so I can keep singing them to myself instead of chewing on something! It's been awhile since I posted, but I do read every day. Lots of times I wish there were a "like" or "love it" button like on facebook. Today I finally got my Christmas letter written and…

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Katla, I have a French door, freezer on the bottom refrigerator. It's a Kenmore from Sears. I love it. I was really glad when our side by side died so I could get a new frig. My choices were limited because my appliances are off-white, and they barely make any in that color. The only thing I would change is to have a…

Hi all. No time to read the last two days that I have missed. I will do it later. I hope you all are having a wonderful weekend. We went to the Marine Corps Ball with my son and dil on Friday night. It was lovely and impressive. We really enjoyed it. Then we left at 5:30 am the next morning...got home at 5 to 8. But I had…

We didn't have any trick or treaters here either. I didn't expect any because our whole front yard and sidewalk are torn up. We're replacing the whole front yard (aka gopher playground) with water-wise plants, drip irrigation, a dry stream bed and flagstone walk. We are not doing ourselves...a landscaper is. He did our…

Hi again. Oh, Robin! They are adorable! I know now that my grandchild in March will be a boy. Don't know about the one in May yet. Been really busy, but I have kept up with reading here. Or at least skimming. And I need to. I haven't felt like keeping on a food plan and have gained a couple of pounds. I'm really pretty…

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Joyce...Praying for comfort for you and your family! My mom hasn't been gone for 6 months yet so I know how you are feeling. Please take care of yourself too. Robin and CityJane...Congratulations on those new little ones! How wonderful!! Eileen in San Diego

Happy Weekend! My niece came to visit this weekend and brought along her friend's dog. He's part shepherd/part lab. What a nice one he is too. It really made me miss having a dog around here. This one (Eli) is about a year old so big, but still puppy-like. He made one mess in the house...probably marking his…

Thanks, Sylvia. Now I have to figure out where to look for a dress like that. And I am super glad that I weigh 65 pounds less than I used to...I can look for regular sizes for a change:) Eileen

Hi everyone, Happy weekend. I went to zumba this morning and have a wedding to attend this afternoon. I should clean my house a bit, but I might not get to that. Renny, I used to donate blood (not for money though), but the last few times I passed out as soon as I was done. They gently suggested that I don't come back...…

Hi, I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! It's been very hot here too...in the low hundreds every day for awhile. They promise low 90s this week. I love hot weather, but not with the humidity we have had this week. Within the last couple of weeks we found out that both of our sons wives are expecting. One is due in…

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Hi, Still reading and lurking mostly. School started today. We only had a half day, but the kids and I were pretty tired by noon. Full days tomorrow and Friday. It's hot so they come in from recess pretty worn out. I would go home and take a nap, but we have a zumba class here at school at 3:30 so I'll stay. There are…

Liz, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Eileen

Hi, Interesting that there is so much talk of husband's moods after retiring right now. Mine is retiring tomorrow. I told him I think he might like to find a part time job or volunteer somewhere...We'll see. I'm afraid I will get home from school, tired and ready to just rest awhile, and he'll be wanting to go out. Already…

Janie, You go girl! I think what I'm doing would be called a forearm plank too. My arms are so weak! But I did one yesterday and another today. We can do this! Eileen Vicki...praying for you friend along with the others on here who are having struggles.

I finally tried a plank. Only 20 seconds, but I'm really surprised I could do that. I'll keep going and see if I can do better. There, now I've said it so I have to do it. Have a lovely weekend! Eileen from near San Diego

Hi, It's so nice to read about all the wonderful accomplishments in this group. Really inspiring! It's been a busy summer here. Company has come and gone a couple of times. My 89 year old dad was here with my sister and brother in law. He is doing pretty well, but obviously missing my mom who died in April. Since they…

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Hi, Just bumping and lurking still. Been very busy with an on-line class, company, getting ready for VBS, school work, etc. I do read everything every day though. You are all so inspiring. :love: Eileen from sunny San Diego

Lucy, We were able to bring cell phones and computers. In fact, they have a side room for people who want to plug things in. I'm sure if you are in a courtroom it all has to be off, but not in the jury lounge. All in all, it's boring, but CA has a one trial or one day policy so I can't be called back until next year now.…

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Hi, Brooke and Janie, I wish I were good with words to tell you how I feel. You are important, lovely people. Your posts are inspiring. I hope that things in your lives turn around and you get the love and support you need and deserve! Until then, we are all here for you. This morning some guys came and put up a new shed…

Hello, Jury duty today. So far no "duty" just sitting around the jury lounge. I could go outside, but it's RAINING! You understand we just don't get rain in summer usually. Amanda, I agree with everyone else. Please take care of yourself! Eileen in rainy San Diego

Michele, that is beautiful. All that hard work with the rock and lights was certainly worth it! My dh and I started moving a pile of dirt in the backyard to make way for a new shed. I don't know how you work so many hours, Michele. I was done after an hour and a half. It is warm out there though. That's my excuse.…

Michele...Jodios wrote great instructions back a couple of pages. Even I could follow them. Well, at least the second time:tongue: Maybe that would help. I'd love to see what you've done there! Eileen in more humid than usual San Diego Just checked. Instructions are on page 5.