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Good morning. First night on the new mattress … I don't like it. My hands and arms were numb (falling asleep feeling) all night long. My back, however, did well. Husband is still in bed, so I'll see how he did later. We have to sleep in it 30 days before we can exchange for another. You should have seen how much dust came…

Heather … you and your family look wonderful. Sorry you're dealing with a UTI. Rebecca … glad that Zepbound is working for you! Machka … I hang on to smaller clothes too as incentive to lose weight, but also because I don't like to spend unnecessary money. Congrats on 20 pounds lost since January ! Heading to church now.…

Clothing/De-cluttering …. I have a phrase that runs in my head … "does this item deserve a spot in prime real estate?" So, for example, my kitchen counter isn't overly large. Does an Instant Pot or Air Fryer deserve a spot on the counter which is limited and "prime real estate"? Nope. Does something I use infrequently get…

Welcome Mandy! Mo… You are so right that we have to let our kids make their own mistakes. I confess I often over-protected my boys. My older son didn't need me to do that and I should never have done it with my younger son. So sorry you get so many migraines. Tracey … the shower door is supposed to arrive on the 27th so…

Good morning, Heather … the bedroom is beautiful! Well, it wasn't the battery on my husband's truck. Had it towed to the service garage yesterday and now waiting to see what it's going to cost us. In the meantime, I'm encouraging my husband to look at getting a new truck. He's resistant for multiple reasons, but the truck…

Best laid plans … Husband's truck has a dead battery so part of my plans for today have been delayed as he now has my vehicle to run about and get a new battery. But I did get to see the audiologist and cochlear implant specialist. At my last visit I was given a test where a recorded voice speaks random (and I mean…

Tracey - Bethand others who are familiar with nursing homes… do you know if effort is made to make sure the residents are hydrated? Perhaps offering soups, flavored drinks and other foods like fruits help make up for the hydration if the residents aren't keen on drinking plain water? Lanette … the staff are constantly…

Carol … I am sorry that your husband is having health problems! Love the photos of your family … they are a good looking crew! Code switching … never heard that term before, but I suspect I've been guilty of it at times. Machka … I always look forward to your posts when another member has mentioned a problem they are…

Lanette … glad your watch survived its washing! I took my apple watch off so I could bathe the dog (why I don't know because it was waterproof) and then when I went to put it back on I dropped it on the ceramic tile floor. The crystal face shattered. I thought to just replace it with a newer model and then found out that…

Somehow I missed the photos of the last few pages … had to go back and see what you all were referencing. I loved them! Kylia … beautiful baskets/yard and your grandchildren are growing up! Barbara … I looked at the ARRP article and my mom has exhibited almost ALL of the signs over the past few years. I understand the fear…

Celebrated Mother's Day yesterday with my mom. Her facility had a Mother's Day celebration with a light brunch with Mimosas for an hour or so. Both my husband and son went with me which was nice. The strolling violin player was talented but he had also brought a tape player to accompany him and it was way too loud for a…

Barbie … thank you for taking us into May! Kay … when exactly will you take time to grieve, my friend? Praying for you and your family. Rebecca … glad to see that your youngest son is out of the hospital. Mo … I think you get "complex" patients for many reasons … but your statement "I like to keep my patients clean" pretty…

Oh Kay … so very sorry to hear about your brother's passing. Was this the same brother who had a car accident around Thanksgiving? Praying for you and your family. Beth near Buffalo

Machka … creating a walking/jogging/cycling trail would never enter my mind as a possibility for Lisa's property. That's highly indicative of my exercise/fitness level. I aspire to have a mindset more like yours. The poor pool work … yes, we could ask the company to redo the work. When using another company several years…

Machka … I love how you used your time off! So often we take vacation or time off, but don't really do things that refresh and restore. Vicki … a new job is stressful. One day at a time … Ginny … thinking about you and praying that each day is getting easier … hugs. Allie … your grands are cutie pies! How is your oldest…

Barbie … You see your hygienist more frequently than I see mine! I am glad that your dental office knows and treats you well. While the number on the scale was not as bad as expected … the scale does not lie. I have not been trying to lose weight and have gained 3 pounds over the past two months instead. Beautiful day…

Barbie … I'm surprised your dentist didn't look at the suspicious tooth while you were in the office. Every time I see the hygienist, the doctor comes in and performs an exam. For little problems, he often asks if I want to take care of it then if my schedule allows. For larger problems, or if I'm on a tight schedule, we…

Good morning ladies! Ginny … I'm not sure whether to be glad that your pathology report was "as expected" or not. What does this now mean for you? Pip … sorry to hear that Yogi has a tumor. Hoping you'll have many more years with him. Lisa and Rebecca … the things our Vets go through make me so mad … it shouldn't be this…

Rita … so sorry to hear about Brownie … always hard, even when it's time. Hugs Ginny … glad the surgery is behind you and now you can focus on healing. Continued prayers that pathology will be clear. Carol … praying the prednisone takes care of your pain! Allie … how are you feeling today? Mo … you look happy and rested in…

Ginny … prayers for your surgery tomorrow… hugs Beth

Nine pages in already … 😲 Welcome to the new ladies! Barbie … Thank you for moving us into April. Lisa … a belated Happy Birthday! Heather … I like the cabinet but would be tired of that color as well. I've never had any luck painting furniture, but these other gals have good ideas. I do not know if my weight changed or…

Machka … I watched the splash down too and I kept thinking, "I don't remember seeing NASA footage as clear as this before." And then it dawned on me that we were seeing drone coverage. I was fascinated as well … even got a little emotional. I'm a sap. Day 6 of recording calories along with my IF. It makes a difference in…

Ginny … I'll be praying for you and your upcoming surgery … hugs Allie … precious photos… Heather, Machka, and Flea … beautiful communities you live in! Spring is trying here near Buffalo. Blue skies and full sun … but the temperatures took a drop into the 30s 🤨 Third skim coat of plaster has gone down in the bathroom.…

Thank you for the nice comments regarding my mom's and my St. Patty's Day pic! Mo commented that my mom looked happy … and she was! Much of my mom's concerning confusion was alleviated when we put her on prophylactic antibiotics for chronic UTIs. She hasn't had a UTI since and her whole demeanor has changed as well. Of…

Barbara … so sorry to hear that your friend has passed … hugs. Beth

Allie … I am so glad that you are back in the hospital under expert care! You are trying to do too much on your own. Rosemarie … I think you are doing great with the management of your home since your husband passed. We are more capable than we realize … Barbie … I'm glad that the recipients of your boxes are appreciative.…

Good morning, Allie!! Beth

Allie … I especially like what Margaret said here about the precious gift that you have received and the need to honor that gift by taking care of you. Gum balls … never knew what they were called! Learn something new on here all the time. Rebecca … good luck on the swimsuit quest …my least favorite shopping to be sure.…

Allie … you are a marvel! I am so thankful that the surgery went well and that you are in good spirits. Beth near Buffalo

Allie … I'm writing in the afternoon and hoping that your surgery is now complete and that you are in recovery. Praying. Lanette … the "tile guy" will be my husband. He's tiled several areas of our home and is pretty good at it. Pam in WA … Welcome! Lisa … Love the half bath! We picked out a similar style vanity yesterday…