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DrKatieBug ... I won't say that my mom's place is perfect ...but it's the best I will find in my area for long-term care! I am feeling blessed that she is there. Margaret ... I have a recipe for Chia Jam. It calls for 2 Tablespoons of sugar which I usually leave out as berries have enough sweetness on their own. It may be…

Machka ... Happy Anniversary! My husband and I celebrated our 40th anniversary on Aug. 11th! Carol ... dark and tiny seems to be common in a lot of facilities. One of the reasons I wanted my mom in this current facility is because it features a "household" concept rooted in the philosophies of the "Eden Alternative" and…

Whew! ... I am finally caught up and, as usual, you have all been busy! I know I will forget someone, but here's what I remember ... Tracey ... Congratulations on the new job! And the refinished table looked great! Monique ... working with sick children ... you have my utmost respect. Heather ... sounds like you're getting…

Tracey ... Yay for the new job! So glad to hear that the offer exceeded your expectations!! Machka ... what a wonderful trip. I've always thought that I would enjoy a train excursion like that. There's one that runs through Canada that my husband and I have talked about. Barbara ... I missed the photo of Moose ... can you…

Flea … even though I read that your son was taking his drivers test … you scared the pants off me with the words “my son passed.” I most decidedly spend too much time in my mom’s nursing home. Congratulations to your son. Beth

Tracie ... I'm so sorry to read that your cancer made a return but am happy to hear that you and your medical team have beat it into remission! Prayers for continued healing. Mia ... welcome and congratulations on the weight loss! Barbie ... glad to hear Jake is headed home ... Pip ... we most certainly do have Kylia in…

Heard from the preferred facility. My mom is at the top of the list and they are hoping to have a room for her soon. So we continue to wait … but at least it was movement in the right direction. Beth

Lisa ... my guess is you're being too picky. The quilt is amazing!

Barbie ... glad to hear that Jake is in good hands. Praying that he'll soon be able to come home. Tracey ... cute box! The food changes have begun in earnest and my two guys are cranky. The scale is moving which just goes to show how removing processed junk causes weight issues. I'm currently playing phone tag with the…

Barbie ... thank you for moving us into August! Kim ... that's just crazy with Medicare! Heather ... hope the hip starts to feel better soon! Rosemarie ... enjoy your yoga retreat. Tracey ... keeping my fingers crossed! I lost 2 pounds in July ... sigh ... same pounds I keep losing and finding. We are definitely making a…

Barbara … it was the igniter. Better yet, DH cleaned all the crumbs and grime while he had the range pulled out! Too many critters to trust food in our garage. We have to secure the bird food as it is. Both my husband and I are exhausted … both emotionally and physically. Just too much going on. I’ll try out the repaired…

Barbie… happy to hear that you’ve found a new friend!

Barbara ... an igniter is what my husband has purchased. My oven is out of warranty ... including the extended warranty ... so he's willing to mess around with it to see if he can get it fixed. Beth near Buffalo

Hi Sharon ... good to see you! Beth near Buffalo

Heather ... glad to hear that your surgery is over and you can now begin the process of healing. Tracey ... hoping you hear something soon about the job. Pip ... scary stuff there you experienced. Glad your doctor wants to check it out. Ginny ... yay for stable scans! Carol ... so sorry you fell but praying you've done no…

Ginger ... welcome back and congratulations on the weight loss! Rebecca ... I missed why you are now needed as a sitter, but I'm hoping that you find a routine that works for you while taking care of your grands. Heather ... sorry to hear about your brother's illness. Had you mentioned to your surgeon that the new hip is…

Lisa ... your "snake" encounter had me laughing! Rebecca ... I take a can of v-8 into my mom's facility every day. She absolutely loves it! Annie ... I usually visit my mom about 30 minutes after her lunch ... she never can remember what she just ate ... Carol ... I will be praying for you as you prepare for surgery. Make…

Barbie ... glad the tooth extraction went well! Barbara ... yes, my birthday was on the 4th! Good memory!! Beth near Buffalo

Heather ... yes, I can declutter one bit at a time. Starting with the Peace Lily plants ...Margaret might understand... that were given to me 3-1/2 years ago when my son died. I've honored them, watered them and cajoled them to live long enough. They're now ugly and they're going. I would have this house decluttered in a…

Heather ... I agree with your healthy food recommendations and feel best when I eat that way. When I'm tired is when I sabotage my best efforts. Emptied my mom's storage unit this weekend and brought home the few remaining pieces I had not given away. Temporarily have her lift chair/recliner in my living room (leaving when…

Barbie ... thank you for the new month! Margaret ... glad to hear that the memorial service for your friend was a celebration of her life. I too have found that I gain new insight into people when hearing those who loved them best share about their lives. My husband and I attended a memorial service for a friend on…

Happy Birthday Allie!

Allie … I am sorry to hear this. Did your doctor consider the ozempic as a culprit. It seems like so many medications affect those with kidney issues. Hugs. Beth

Allie ... sorry you are in pain. Hope there is a quick solution. Kylia ... you are not the *kitten*! Sheesh. Weight ... I am 5'8" and considered myself fat at 155 when I was a teenager ... I am nowhere near 155 today! How our perspectives change. Michele ... very sorry to hear that your friend is nearing the end... hugs.…

Carol ... sorry to hear your granddaughter has broken her leg. Prayers for complete healing. Young people heal so fast! Sue ... that former tenant!! Kelly ... I can't image so many young children in my home ... you are amazing! I got everything I wanted done before my company yesterday. I am a nervous hostess and did a lot…

Allie … so sorry to hear Baby A didn’t make it. I wondered if Tracey is on bed rest too?? I’m assuming she delivered Baby A? And sorry to hear about your dizzy spell. No fun! Beth

Terri ... that is a beautiful arrangement!! <3 Heather ... so glad to hear your recovery is going well! Rebecca ... hope you feel better soon ... My cousin, whom I haven't seen in decades, is coming this weekend to visit my mom (one of her favorite aunts). She will be staying with us for one evening. Nothing like expected…

Tracey ... Happy Anniversary!! Beth

Lanette … I do reference some low carb sites but I bookmarked your links! You can never have too many good recipes! Six to eight months is the average wait for a long term care facility. I’m hoping that something opens up sooner at the facility I toured and liked last week. An administrator there told me it was possible.…

Annie ... keeping my fingers crossed that your dad does well at the adult day care program! Heather ... Yay for getting out of the house and walking on uneven sidewalks! You are doing an amazing job with recovery. Sleep ... nothing, absolutely nothing is allowed to interfere with my sleep. Both my sons slept through the…