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patricia19 · November 12, 2023, 10:14:33 PM

Good night Jane enjoy resting on your laurels!

Amy, my weather was fine too... indoors, that is!

No snow yet, but it's only 6:12 presently.

Good night to all; it's back to my Kindle, I go.

Amy · November 13, 2023, 06:57:57 AM

Good morning..

Looks like snow is in the forecast. Not sure what is happening today, always work around home to do. Plus I would like to sew.

Oak Island has started back up and I find that interesting to watch.

Think a pot of butternut squash is in order to make today..neighbour is off her pins and will send some over to her.

Kyle just said it is snowballing out now..

Better get my day started.

Enjoy your day and stay safe.

JaneS · November 13, 2023, 08:35:16 AM

Good Morning Everyfriend! I do feel rested this morning. Cooper has arrived, had his breakfast and took me for a walk! We did a half circle and saved the rest for later!

Today is a trip to the Drs. office for blood work and then laundry when I get back home. We're also making a stop at the bank to get me some cash. I'm one of those old-fashioned people who like to shop with cash! At least I know what I got and for how much and I don't have to wait for it to show up on my account!

PLEASE, keep the snow in Canada and Alaska! I'm not ready for that! We had a heavy frost last night and the temp hasn't come out of the freezing zone and isn't planning to do so all day!

I've been changing some things around in the kitchen. The last couple times I needed to use my mixer I noticed that it's getting heavier and heavier. I wonder how they do that! Now it's in a place where I don't have to do anything but slide it out to use it. So it can go on and get heavier if it chooses or it can just sit there and wait for me to need it!

While the laundry is doing, I'm going to wash up a couple of floors and the throw rogs that try to protect them. I also have to clean off a shelf in the freezer so I can make my Christmas Candy. That means I'm going to have to eat a bunch of stuff!!! Anybody wanna help me do that?

I guess I better get started! I wish you all a good day! Make it your own in every way!

patricia19 · November 13, 2023, 01:52:15 PM

Good mid-morning from the Interior, where we're surrounded by snow but only received two inches. There will be more if the forecasts are accurate: several follow-up storms will sweep through the area until at least Friday.

Jane, you might add New York and New England to your keep-away list.

patricia19 · November 13, 2023, 03:25:26 PM

Posting these photos for MaryPage in answer to Marilyn's request

https://www.seniorsandfriends.org/index.php?msg=243655

patricia19 · November 13, 2023, 05:15:54 PM

To bring it all together for MaryPage;

https://www.seniorsandfriends.org/index.php?msg=243659

JaneS · November 14, 2023, 06:28:44 AM

What a way to greet a new day! I'm amazed and I loved all the pictures and all the people in the pictures! This is the best start a day could have!

Amy · November 14, 2023, 07:24:23 AM

Good morning..

I don't think we will see much of the sun today, if any.

Babe and Jesse have an appointment to get nails done, not sure how that will go over but we shall see.

Work around home and get things tidied,washed and put away.....then sew.

Enjoy your day and stay safe..

patricia19 · November 14, 2023, 02:53:24 PM

Yesterday, we lost Alan and Dora. They went within an hour of each other, first Dora and then Alan, less than an hour apart.

There will be no funeral as both wished to be remembered in how we treated and loved each other.

Amy · November 14, 2023, 02:58:20 PM

Patricia, I am sorry for the loss of your friends.They are together again and will be watching over you!

JaneS · November 14, 2023, 09:15:25 PM

PATRICIA, I know you will miss your friends but I must say, it almost sounds like a planned event. They must have loved being together so much that they had to go together! It sends chills down my back to think of the possibilities!!!

My day is over and I got a lot done! Putting in a full day only takes about a half day any more! I try not plan too far ahead because then I have too many leftovers! I'm heading for the haystack! I wish you all a peaceful night's sleep and a happy tomorrow. Make the day your own in every way!

Amy · November 15, 2023, 05:42:03 AM

Good morning..

I am leaving Kyle and the critters home today while I take his sister into the city for an appointment. She had her eye operated on yestrday and this is just a follow up.

The peticures ,(pun intended) didn't go all that well but Jesse did end up with a few nails but while Babe had all hers done.

Better get ready to meet the day.

Enjoy your day and stay safe.

JaneS · November 15, 2023, 06:44:11 AM

Good Morning Everyfriend! I'm expecting a call from Frankie any minute to tell me she's on the way with Cooper and then the day takes off. She doesn't take time to feed him in the morning so I'm ready for that and then we go for a walk. He gets my day off and running!

AMY, the doggies don't take to having their nails done, do they! I can understand that. It's something I never really enjoyed myself! Keep trying!

I need to finish my coffee and get to the window to watch for "company"! Make your day a good one whatever you do with it!

MarsGal · November 15, 2023, 08:14:03 AM

Morning everyone!

Patricia, I am sorry to hear about your friends.

MaryPage, what an amazing family you have.

Yesterday I visited another apartment complex. It was a nice day, not too chilly. The complex is small, only four buildings tucked away in a quiet corner very near to a large retirement complex. A little more expensive than the first one I looked at previously, and a little less space, but it looks so much larger and I like the layout, too. I suspect the difference is that the other sample apartment seemed darker and was probably over decorated. Both complexes are close to shopping, restaurants, and other amenities. Unlike the first complex, it does not include extras like a fitness center, basketball court, swimming pool, etc. One of the reviewers of this complex said many of the residents are older. Sounds almost perfect. The only thing I don't much care for is that the washer and dryer are stacked. The other apartment complex offers a full size washer and dryer.

Well, it is a good thing I didn't bother to do any raking yet. Leaf collection is supposed to be in full swing, but I have not seen or heard a peep from them. This year, the township newsletter said they would be sweeping the day after trash day which can mean either Saturday or Monday, depending on how you interpret that. All other years, the newsletter had designated Monday. Well, I shouldn't be surprised at the no show. They never have come around to pick up yard waste. I have always had to resort to bagging it for the trash people. I complained to the township once, and the response was that yeah, they sometimes miss sections. No, try always, lady.

Today is laundry day, some general cleaning, and another dive into boxes and such in search of stuff to get rid of one way or another. Even if I don't move, it will be nice to be decluttered. It is slower going than I thought.

phyllis · November 15, 2023, 10:22:11 AM

I'm sorry, Patricia. Whether they are family or friends, it is hard to lose them. But, how fitting it is that long married couples should go together. Neither husband nor wife is left to loneliness and grief.

Cloudy day here and chilly. I have to complete the list and order groceries for David to pick up tomorrow. Other than that I don't plan to do anything but make a broccolli, mac and cheese casserole this afternoon......maybe.

Take care, All.

patricia19 · November 15, 2023, 12:00:41 PM

Good morning from a snowier Interior at 19. More snow is expected on Thursday, then a sharp temperature drop on Saturday with clear skies.

Thank you for the commiserations. They were together for a long time; they were the leaders of our small group and opened their home to all. They had land that they gardened up in the hills until recently and owned a shoe store before retiring years ago. Many of the group started as employees and stayed as friends.

Last summer, they sold their land after moving into a nursing home attached to the hospital, and after Alan's heart attack and Dora's failing health, hospice came to them. Not too long ago, Alan was unconscious and was moved to the hospital proper, and everyone prepared for Alan to leave us. No one expected Dora, back in the nursing home, to not wake up one morning and Alan in the hospital to pass soon after. The rest of us are still a bit rudderless.

JaneS · November 16, 2023, 06:36:34 AM

Good Night for last night and Good Morning for today! No Cooper this morning but Frankie said she might be over to give him a bath later today! Cathy will be stopping by to do some paper work a bit later. She's now on most of my accounts and able to answer questions and sign papers. I never liked that job particularly and now I truly dislike it! I'd rather be in the kitchen making up a new casserole from leftovers in the fridge! Just kidding really but it's nice to have help! And I think she inherited all my mother's office skills!

It's cold here! Every morning there's been frost on the ground! The nights have gone into the freezing zone and a couple of the days stayed there, too! Right now it's 30 degrees out there but it's supposed to make it to 60 later today! Amazing weather for November!

Have a good day Everyfriend! Make it your own in every way!

JaneS · November 16, 2023, 12:17:47 PM

HELLO?HELLO?HELLO?HELLO?

RAMMEL · November 16, 2023, 01:01:05 PM

Hi

Radioman34 · November 16, 2023, 03:56:09 PM

Well, I made it to my 89ih birthday and now I'll focus on #90.

patricia19 · November 16, 2023, 04:04:17 PM

Don, happy 89th and here's to more to come!

Amy · November 16, 2023, 06:40:29 PM

Good evening

Yesterday was interesting, the Dr looked at my SIL's eyes and sais he needed to do laser on it. Off we went for a bite to eat then back to the Dr's then over to the hospital to get the procedure done. Made for a long day!

This morning my computer had a hiccup and short of putting it on my shoulder and try burping it ,it finally behaved!

Happy Birthday DON May you be blessed with many more.

Off to put my feet up........enjoy your evening.

JaneS · November 16, 2023, 08:00:09 PM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DON! i'M RIGHT BEHIND YOU! 89 COMING UP IN APRIL! I'LL BE FOLLOWING YOU!

Amy · November 16, 2023, 08:18:07 PM

Today at 07:52:52 PM

Lloyd's post..
WELL GOOD AFTER NOON. WELL i WENT UP TO va BUT COULD NOT GET INTO SEE THE DOCTER OR NURCE EITHER. CAN SEE ONLY EGENCY ONLY' ABOUT A LITTLE OVER A WEAK AGO DEAR RANOUT IN FROUNT OF OUR CAR. kILLED THE DEAR AND TOALED OUR CAR. WE NEITHER WERE HURT. SURPIZING THE DEAR WAS DOT BRUSEZE UP AT ALL. WE GOT THE DEAR HAULLED HOME AND DRESSED IT. i GAVE OUT BEFORE I GOT IT ALL PROSSED .BUT GOT IT ALL CUT UP EXCEPT TWO LEGS AND THE RIBBES. AND i WAS GAVE OUT. hIGH PRICED MET. WE HAD TO CASH IN SOME CDEAS. TO BUY A NEW CAR. IT IS A CRICLER PACIFICA WITH 39,500 ACUTIAL MILES ON IT. WE HAVE ALWAS HAD THE SERIVCE ON THE OLD CAR DONE AT 7,000 MILES AND IT USED NO OAIL. i HAVE FORGOT hOW MANY MILES CRISLER RECOMENDS BUT i KNOW NANCY WILL REAMBER, AND SHE WONT LET IT GO OVER THE MILES. iT IS A LOT LOWER TO THE GROUND AND EASERY TO GET INTO.THE OLD CAR HAD PLENTY OF GET UP AND GO BUT THIS ONE HAS MUCH MOHRE AND YOU HAVE TO WATCH CLOSE TO NOT SPEAD. THEY ARE WAY BEHIEND ON BACK ORDERS FOR LIFTS AND NEW SCOOTERS. SO WE ARE ON WEAIGHTEING LIST FOAR NEW ONES FORTHE NEW CAR. THE OLD LIiFT WONT FIT WRONG BOLT PATTERN. i SURE AM ANCEY.

LlOYD

Amy · November 17, 2023, 06:34:46 AM

Good morning...

Calling for rain today, that's ok, don't have to shovel it!

Friends stopping by to pick up a cabinet that Kyle made for her daughter and I have a date with cleaning out the fridge.

Picking up a few items at the grocery store and home to work.

Enjoy your day and stay safe.

MarsGal · November 17, 2023, 07:41:19 AM

Happy Birthday, Don!

Thanks for posting Lloyd's car update, Amy.

Lloyd, I actually didn't realize Chrysler still exists, so I looked up Chrysler Pacifica. I don't know if you bought a brand new one or an older model, but the 2023 Pacifica sure looks nice and sturdy, and it has all wheel drive too.

Yesterday I spent about four hours over at my sister's house, did a little clean up, took the trash out, and did two loads of laundry for her. Today a friend is taking her to her two-week post-op appointment with the Dr. She is really hoping that he will give her the go-ahead to drive and/or not to have to wear the back brace.

JaneS · November 17, 2023, 07:48:20 AM

Good Morning! I'm up, had my breakfast, made the bed, got dressed and met Cooper at the door!

Cooper ate his breakfast, took me for a walk, had his treat and is camping out by my office door!

LLOYD, sounds like you've been a busy guy...some good...some not so good! Now with this nice new car, take it easy!

AMY, have a good day! I'm sure Kyle's customer will be delighted with the purchase and more that pleased with her relative's response! Too bad we can't see a picture of the item!

MarsGal, sounds like your sister is progressing. I wish her well!

Now I'm off to get my day started! Make yours a good one!

Amy · November 17, 2023, 03:42:25 PM

This has been a full day, starting with making pastry before we headed to town. Had coffee/tea with friends then shopping. Picked up another 1/2 bushel of Cortland apples and now some are in pies. One pie went home with friends and the other...is cooling for dessert. Will put some in the hidey hole if you like apple pie. Laundry in the dryer and I would like to say it could wait till morning but that means ironing the wrinkles out of some....

MG, Crysler discontinued the Town and Country and brought out the Pacifica. Hope your sister gets good news.

Jane,they had quite a load in their van, two dogs, one cabinet/night stand and groceries and Kyle gave them a stool also!! Plus the hot apple pie!

Better go get that laundry out then I hope I can sit.........maybe..

patricia19 · November 17, 2023, 03:48:09 PM

Good, significantly late morning at 13 past 11 a.m.

I'd gotten my chores and an exceedingly weep and greet this morning. It will take a while until we pass the worst of this grief. It's group losing your parents a second time.

I've read/noted/saved my emails, deleted some computer debris, and downloaded more PSP tubes, and that brings me up to date; nothing new or exciting to others, but such is my life.

Sometimes, I wish I had a Cooper to get me out each day, at least for a time. But more like a Maggie that my family had before I left home. Maggie, who looked like a fluffier version of Eddie on Frasier, was a brilliant dog.

My Dad would hold her on his lap while the grandkids hid, and then he told Maggie to find. He told her to look in the toilet once, and I swear she did.

When she found someone, she would play growl, leap on them for a brief cuddle, and then off to the next one.

I was babysitting her once when my folks were away, and I had come home from work and put my key in the lock. She gave the most low, rumbling, ferocious growl I had ever heard before, and I quickly spoke up, telling her it was me. She switched to an eager whine and jumped at the door.

She passed away when I was in Texas.

Amy, I'll be there for some of that apple pie with a cinnamon shaker in hand!

I swear you folks are so busy at 2-3 a.m. my time. At least Joanne waits until almost four!

JaneS · November 17, 2023, 09:41:20 PM

I had some bad news today. My cousin who pretty much grew up with me, lost her oldest son to a rather sudden illness. He was 69 and had just become a grandfather! I'm sure she's wondering why him and not her. She's 91!

Now I'm heading for the haystack. I'm tired right down to my toenails! I wish you all a peaceful night's sleep and a happy tomorrow!

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