Here it is, New Year's Eve. Dave and I went to church and then to breakfast at Peter's. We were talking about Y2K and how it seems like it was just a year or so ago that everyone was worried about the year 2000 and whether computers would work! Can you believe that it's been 18 years since that night? Us either!
We went to the clubhouse for the gathering, but we came home about 10:20 so Dave could get his breathing/exercising done. I'm about to go to bed...don't think I'll be up at midnight.
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Sunday, December 31, 2017
Saturday, December 30, 2017
Fun Saturday
We had a fun day today! After breakfast, we went to Sarasota to see Roberta. Tom & Kelly came over too. Tonight Jami's whole family are staying over with her. Anyway, back to our fun day. We ate lunch up at the pool after which Dave fixed Roberta's faucet. Then when Tom & Kelly got there, we all went to the Big Cat Habitat and Sanctuary. Beautiful cats...and bears, and monkeys, and camels, and birds...anything wild that needs rescued. We didn't get to see everything. There was just too much!
We left there about 4:30 to come home. Traffic was horrendous today! There were two bad things about today...I didn't get to watch the Cyclones' bowl game, but I stayed in touch with my phone, and we had to say goodbye to the kids until the first weekend in February.
Great win, Cyclones! I'm tired and am going to bed at 9:00!
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We left there about 4:30 to come home. Traffic was horrendous today! There were two bad things about today...I didn't get to watch the Cyclones' bowl game, but I stayed in touch with my phone, and we had to say goodbye to the kids until the first weekend in February.
Great win, Cyclones! I'm tired and am going to bed at 9:00!
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Friday, December 29, 2017
Friday
We've had a really good few days with Jami, Megan and Danny. Yesterday we went to Sawgrass and watched two movies. We watched two movies, downloaded pictures, and even played Farkle.
Today we went to The Narrows (another nature park). We also went to get an orange ice cream cone. Then we came home to play dominos and eat supper.
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Today we went to The Narrows (another nature park). We also went to get an orange ice cream cone. Then we came home to play dominos and eat supper.
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Thursday, December 28, 2017
Weds.
Jami, Danny & Megan are here, so I probably won't be blogging much. We watched "Wonder" last night because the kids hadn't seen it yet. Today we're going to Sawgrass to see the animals.
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Tuesday, December 26, 2017
B
Just one B today - bowling is off for the next two weeks. We won't bowl again until next year! We still played bingo, though. There were only 10 of us there, but it still lasted until 9:25...grrr. Too long of a break and too much goofing around. I'm getting sick of it!
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Monday, December 25, 2017
Merry Christmas!
Since yesterday was Sunday, we went to church in the morning and then Dave went up to help at the clubhouse. I took a nap...in fact, I slept until 2:00! Then our annual Christmas Eve party and church service again in the evening.
Today, we baked 30 potatoes for the Christmas dinner and everything was ready when Sudi & Howard got here. We went up for dinner about 3:50. Good dinner and good company!
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Today, we baked 30 potatoes for the Christmas dinner and everything was ready when Sudi & Howard got here. We went up for dinner about 3:50. Good dinner and good company!
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Saturday, December 23, 2017
Saturday
We were at the clubhouse at 9:45, ready to sort Christmas cards for the park. We had hundreds of them, but we had several people helping. In one hour, we had everything sorted and delivered! Thank goodness we have two golf carts at our disposal! Sure makes it easier!
We went out tonight to see the lights around the park. We've got a bunch of Scrooges or grinches!! Not too many lights...but the ones that are up are really pretty!
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We went out tonight to see the lights around the park. We've got a bunch of Scrooges or grinches!! Not too many lights...but the ones that are up are really pretty!
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Friday, December 22, 2017
Friday
We had some errands to run this morning. After that, we went to the Legion. Several of us were there today. We saw many dolphins! Beautiful day to be outside with good friends.
Tonight we played cards - I finally won!
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Tonight we played cards - I finally won!
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Thursday, December 21, 2017
Thursday
We had a laid-back day. No yard work at church today, so even Dave slept in! He did some small jobs around the park while I did some small jobs here!
Tonight we watched another movie - The Star...about a miniature donkey who played a big part in Christ's birth. It's a cartoon-like film that Pastor Jack told us about. He said to go rent a grandchild so we could see it. We didn't have to do that - we got it on our box!!
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Tonight we watched another movie - The Star...about a miniature donkey who played a big part in Christ's birth. It's a cartoon-like film that Pastor Jack told us about. He said to go rent a grandchild so we could see it. We didn't have to do that - we got it on our box!!
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Wednesday, December 20, 2017
Weds.
It was pretty humid here today, but it wasn't hot so it didn't matter. This morning we started with coffee, followed by our annual cookie walk. Ranchers didn't disappoint - many different cookies to choose from. Someone even brought a pie! We had a couple of new people come to buy cookies so that was nice!
Dave and I went to Sawgrass today to see if we could see either pileated woodpeckers or old 3-legs (an alligator who had a leg chewed off when he/she was a baby). We saw the alligator, but no woodpeckers. Other than a couple of birds, we struck out!
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Dave and I went to Sawgrass today to see if we could see either pileated woodpeckers or old 3-legs (an alligator who had a leg chewed off when he/she was a baby). We saw the alligator, but no woodpeckers. Other than a couple of birds, we struck out!
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Tuesday, December 19, 2017
Busy
Boy, have we been busy around here! Yesterday I made 13 dozen cookies - sugar and chocolate chip. Plus, we also got a monkey bread ready to stick in the oven first thing this morning for bowling treats. Last night 8 of us played cards. Today 9 of us bowled. Tonight 14 were at bingo! Tomorrow is coffee and the cookie walk. Why, I even got the newsletter done and sent out!
We've got everything done for Christmas - the cards are out and the grandkids' gifts are mailed! Other than a couple of things for the Christmas dinner, we're ready!
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We've got everything done for Christmas - the cards are out and the grandkids' gifts are mailed! Other than a couple of things for the Christmas dinner, we're ready!
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Sunday, December 17, 2017
Wonderful Sunday
Great church service!! Great music!! After church we went to Sarasota to see Roberta. We had a great visit and even took her to Sweet Tomatoes for lunch. Didn't get back until 4:30 or so. What a wonderful day!
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Saturday, December 16, 2017
Saturday
This morning we went to our annual Christmas breakfast buffet at the clubhouse. Delicious! Good job, guys! After cleaning up the clubhouse, we went to Lowes and ordered the vanity for the guest bathroom. When it gets here, we'll get the countertop for it, also from Lowes. We finished up our Christmas purchases at Bealls.
In the afternoon, we made crockpot peanut clusters and took a bike ride. We also watered all of the plants and ate supper on the lanai! It was another gorgeous day! Tonight we watched another good movie - Wonder. Needed the tissues for it!
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In the afternoon, we made crockpot peanut clusters and took a bike ride. We also watered all of the plants and ate supper on the lanai! It was another gorgeous day! Tonight we watched another good movie - Wonder. Needed the tissues for it!
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Friday, December 15, 2017
Run Around Day
Dave and I went running around today - we're looking for a vanity for the guest bathroom. We've got a 44" area. Vanities come in 36 or 48! We went to Sam's Club, Home Depot, Lowes, and The Warehouse. I walked almost 3 miles today. No wonder I'm tired tonight!
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Thursday, December 14, 2017
Thursday
Dave worked at church this morning while I loafed around! We took Bob & Ann to the airport this morning, so now it's dark over at our neighbors. They'll be back Jan 4th or so. Hope they don't freeze up there!
Tonight we watched a movie - The King's Speech. Great movie! It's no wonder it was Oscar material!
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Tonight we watched a movie - The King's Speech. Great movie! It's no wonder it was Oscar material!
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Wednesday, December 13, 2017
Weds.
Today after coffee, we had our monthly HOA meeting. It was a good one - lots people and many people were heard. Dave, Bob, and I ran an errand and then went to Pete & Shorty's for lunch. Good lunch - we all had Mom's meatloaf with mashed potatoes and gravy.
Tonight we played cards...Doreen and I got beat by Chris and Denise.
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Tonight we played cards...Doreen and I got beat by Chris and Denise.
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B&B
Bowling was just so so, but I did win poker & cribbage on my last game! Bob had a great game of 172 and Ann bowled a good 155! Since they go back to Iowa tomorrow, then can go back as good bowlers!! We went to Applebees for lunch.
Bingo was different. We had our Christmas night, with presents for everyone. I even bingo'd once!
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Bingo was different. We had our Christmas night, with presents for everyone. I even bingo'd once!
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Monday, December 11, 2017
Monday
We had a board meeting today AND a neighborhood watch informational meeting today, so I am meetinged out!!
I guess it was a good day for meetings, though. It was still pretty chilly out today, so it was good to be inside!
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I guess it was a good day for meetings, though. It was still pretty chilly out today, so it was good to be inside!
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Sunday, December 10, 2017
Sunday
Great sermon today! Great music, too! New singer today. Come to find out, it was Pastor Jack's daughter! After church we went to Europa for breakfast, then came home and put up the medicine cabinet! My bathroom is about finished. Then it's time to give it a deep clean and fill the drawers!
This afternoon we had a memorial get together for JoEllen, who passed away last week. Then tonight we got together for Just Desserts! Good desserts. I made Hot Fudge Brownies in the crockpot. It's a definite keeper recipe, but next time I'll add nuts!
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This afternoon we had a memorial get together for JoEllen, who passed away last week. Then tonight we got together for Just Desserts! Good desserts. I made Hot Fudge Brownies in the crockpot. It's a definite keeper recipe, but next time I'll add nuts!
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Saturday, December 9, 2017
Saturday
What a difference a day makes! It's cold and windy and drizzly today! That's enough winter for me!
Very productive day today. Bob and Dave got the new vanity in and plumbed. Now we wait to see if there are any leaks. Tomorrow they hope to get the medicine cabinet up! Woohoo! Can hardly wait to use it.
I about froze today watching the Army-Navy game in all that snow! I should have watched something else! Ann made cheeseburger soup today, so we went there for supper. That really hit the spot.
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Very productive day today. Bob and Dave got the new vanity in and plumbed. Now we wait to see if there are any leaks. Tomorrow they hope to get the medicine cabinet up! Woohoo! Can hardly wait to use it.
I about froze today watching the Army-Navy game in all that snow! I should have watched something else! Ann made cheeseburger soup today, so we went there for supper. That really hit the spot.
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Friday
We had a good day! Dave got the wall fixed so he can paint it today...then he'll put in the new vanity! On the way to the Legion, we stopped at Lowes to get some plumbing parts. I was able to get the new medicine cabinet and a new toilet paper holder - yay! It was beautiful at the Legion! The dolphins were frolicking and were close to the piers!
Cards in the evening and then...Sandy told us her computer had gotten hacked and some company was fixing it for her...red flags! Then she told us she had to pay them $200 to do it! So she is a victim of phishing! We went to her house and stopped the scan they were doing, called Visa and cancelled her card! Be careful, people!!
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Cards in the evening and then...Sandy told us her computer had gotten hacked and some company was fixing it for her...red flags! Then she told us she had to pay them $200 to do it! So she is a victim of phishing! We went to her house and stopped the scan they were doing, called Visa and cancelled her card! Be careful, people!!
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Thursday, December 7, 2017
Thursday
This was a productive Thursday. Even though Dave's lawn crew didn't work...he got lots done. We went shopping in the drizzle. Finally found a vanity for the little bathroom! It's taller, which will be so nice. Plus, it's got two drawers! I've had no drawers!! After we got home, Dave tore out the old one, so he's committed now!
We ate at Five Guys for the first time this season and even got Dave a pair of shoes at Sketchers. I even got a good start on the Christmas cards for the park. I also have our letter done and the paper purchased to print it for the cards we mail!
Just watched the Cyclone/Hawkeye BB game - yay, Cyclones!
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We ate at Five Guys for the first time this season and even got Dave a pair of shoes at Sketchers. I even got a good start on the Christmas cards for the park. I also have our letter done and the paper purchased to print it for the cards we mail!
Just watched the Cyclone/Hawkeye BB game - yay, Cyclones!
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Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Wednesday
We had coffee this morning - there were 36 people there!! That's a bunch compared to what we've been having. It's fun to see everyone again. Most everyone from the north is back!
For lunch, the red hat ladies went to the Legion. It was a beautiful day on the water...15 of us. I had 3 men ask if I was a red hat lady...gee, what was their first clue?! You suppose it was the red hat I was wearing?
Tonight I decided I didn't want to play cards, so I stayed home.
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For lunch, the red hat ladies went to the Legion. It was a beautiful day on the water...15 of us. I had 3 men ask if I was a red hat lady...gee, what was their first clue?! You suppose it was the red hat I was wearing?
Tonight I decided I didn't want to play cards, so I stayed home.
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Tuesday, December 5, 2017
Tuesday
Bowling and bingo - both did me in today. I didn't bowl very well, but I improved every game. As for bingo, I don't think it's my year!
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Monday, December 4, 2017
Monday
We both worked hard today. I swept and then mopped both the kitchen and living room floors. I'll do the bathrooms another day. Dave swept and mopped the lanai and even cleaned out the shed. We also went to a birthday party and I played cards.
The hall looks really nice and the tree isn't even lit yet.
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The hall looks really nice and the tree isn't even lit yet.
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Sunday, December 3, 2017
Sunday
After church this morning, we ate at JD's. Dave worked on the leaky faucet in the guest bath.. It's still leaking...grrr. After naps, we had massages this afternoon late. Then got home to see the beautiful moon!
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Saturday, December 2, 2017
Saturday
We've had some bad things here at The Ranch. Yesterday, two ladies passed away...one at her home and one in the hospital. One played bingo and one played cards with us. They'll be missed! Then a couple who went north for the hurricane, didn't come back. so their daughters were here cleaning out their home to sell it. It was infested with roaches and even a couple of rodents! What a mess. Dave helped clean it out and now the big dumpster is FULL! Sad! Their house is next door to the one where the lady died at home...and it's a mess, too! I think a match would be the way to go, but then the rodents and roaches would just scatter. Yuck!
After Dave got home and cleaned up, we went to Largo Nature Park for a walk. We had a good day. We saw two anhingas, a limpkin, some ibises, several Moorhens, and even a 5' alligator. Plus, it was a great day for a walk! I then got my bike out and rode around the park and finished with a Bloody Mary at Bob's.
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After Dave got home and cleaned up, we went to Largo Nature Park for a walk. We had a good day. We saw two anhingas, a limpkin, some ibises, several Moorhens, and even a 5' alligator. Plus, it was a great day for a walk! I then got my bike out and rode around the park and finished with a Bloody Mary at Bob's.
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Thursday, November 30, 2017
What????
The tv is on and I just heard a snippet of a weather report saying that a cooldown is on the way. No! It's been about perfect here! I rode my bike today and thought it was wonderful! I still think Christmas lights look weird here, but it is what it is!
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Wednesday, November 29, 2017
Back Home
We had a great time in Ft Lauderdale, visiting Jami and her family. The kids are growing up and are acting accordingly. We were able to take Danny to the beach to kayak - in the ocean!! He's only 10, but he did a great job against some big waves! Kelly worked a bunch while we were there, and Megan was sick when we left.
We got home in time for me to play bingo and I finally won a bit! I'm still not out of the hole for the year, but at least I made a dent in it! Today was our last coffee and tonight I played cards!
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We got home in time for me to play bingo and I finally won a bit! I'm still not out of the hole for the year, but at least I made a dent in it! Today was our last coffee and tonight I played cards!
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Sunday, November 26, 2017
Sunday morning
We're in Ft Lauderdale and the wifi is spotty at best. We got here Friday. It is beautiful here - abundant sunshine and warm! We're heading to church and then to Bru's Room for lunch with the family. Then over to Jami's to do more "daddy-dos"!! We'll go back home on Tuesday morning!
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Thursday, November 23, 2017
Happy Thanksgiving!
I sure hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. We did! We had to cook 10 # of potatoes and mash them. Here in our mobile home, we don't have big pans. We used a Dutch oven for one of our pans. They turned out really good! Our meal was wonderful! It was especially fun having Rhonda and her family with us!
When we got home, we Skyped with Bryan and Aidan. He said Happy Thanksgiving and wondered why we were in our kitchen. That was fun!
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When we got home, we Skyped with Bryan and Aidan. He said Happy Thanksgiving and wondered why we were in our kitchen. That was fun!
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Wednesday, November 22, 2017
Weds.
Coffee this morning and then putting up Christmas lights and decorations outside! We got partway done and then it was nap-thirty!
I finally won at cards tonight! Yay!
Tomorrow is a big day! I hope everyone is thankful for their many blessings!
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I finally won at cards tonight! Yay!
Tomorrow is a big day! I hope everyone is thankful for their many blessings!
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Tuesday, November 21, 2017
B&B
Fun times at the bowling alley. Our family all bowled together this morning...except for Dave. He had a blood blister on his thumb that ripped open on his practice balls. So he didn't bowl! I had one good game and two so-so games! In fact, I was high woman bowler today with a 172! Fun!!
Bingo was the same as the last three weeks - I didn't win!
Now I'm watching DWTS, waiting to see who will win. I figure it will be Jordan, but nothing will surprise me!
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Bingo was the same as the last three weeks - I didn't win!
Now I'm watching DWTS, waiting to see who will win. I figure it will be Jordan, but nothing will surprise me!
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Monday, November 20, 2017
Monday
Today I took my walk at Sam's Club today! We had to get muffins for Weds. We also went to Einstein's to get the bagels for Weds. This afternoon, Dave washed the roof while I worked on the newsletter.
Tonight we went with the family to Post Corner for pizza and then I played a game of Farkle with the family! Fun times!
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Tonight we went with the family to Post Corner for pizza and then I played a game of Farkle with the family! Fun times!
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Sunday, November 19, 2017
Sunday
We skipped church this morning. We wanted to go to the Sanding Ovations, but it was supposed to rain by around noon. So we went to the beach around 10:00. The sculptures were beautiful this year - maybe the best we've seen! We got done there and went to Gators for lunch. We got our lunch and the rain came. We all went inside to finish our food! We really need the rain, so what little we got was welcomed!
This afternoon, Rhonda, Steve, and Cheyenne flew in from Texas. It's so good to see them!
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This afternoon, Rhonda, Steve, and Cheyenne flew in from Texas. It's so good to see them!
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Saturday, November 18, 2017
Saturday
It was another gorgeous day here. We started our day with breakfast - the first of the season. Then it was shuffleboard time. I didn't do so well, but I started hitting better toward the end. Hopefully I'll do better next time.
Good Cyclone victory this afternoon and then a visit with Bobbi & Alan.
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Friday, November 17, 2017
Friday
We went to Moccasin Lake Park today, but we were very disappointed. We saw no birds and only a squirrel for our critters. Oh, sorry, we saw several turtles, but nothing else until we left the park. In the ditch at the park entrance, we saw a pair of peahens and a peacock. Very disappointed, but it was a beautiful day anyway.
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Thursday, November 16, 2017
Thursday
Beautiful day today. I determined that I wanted to go out for lunch, so Dave, Bob, and I went to Maggie Mae's on Sand Key.. It was a great day to sit outside by the water. Dave and I trimmed plants out front, then he watered them. I went to cards tonight since we didn't get to play last night.
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Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Wednesday
Today was coffee. Did I tell you that we're in charge of coffee for the month of November? We set it all up and clean up and do all the announcements, etc. We've got 2 more to do for this year. Tonight we had our kickoff for the year - a wine and cheese party. It was well attended and lots of fun!
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Tuesday, November 14, 2017
Tuesday
Just one B today - bingo...and I didn't get to say it at all! The HOA board met with our Regional Director this morning and that took 2 hours, so no bowling! We had a good meeting, though. Got some questions answered!
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Monday
I had a dental appointment this morning - for another crown! I'm sure I now have more crowns than any queen in the world has!! This one was unique though...I was only there 2 hours and they made my crown while I waited. So, prep and finish all in one visit - yay!!
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Sunday, November 12, 2017
Sunday
Sermon was so good today. Pastor Jack talked about how we need to get children back in church/Sunday School. If not, we're going to have a Godless society before we leave this earth. Not a pleasant thought. One of the things I ponder is the fact that when we grew up, we were not only afraid of our parents (respect), but we were also afraid of sinning and therefore afraid of the wrath of God. I think that's what's missing in the world today...respect learned from God's teachings.
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Saturday, November 11, 2017
Saturday
Dave and I went to Sawgrass this morning. It was a beautiful day! We saw and got some good pix of critters! Fun times. Then I watched the Cyclone game while Dave went to help Ron at Sandy & Rich's. Good game, but didn't like the outcome or the last call.
Took a bike ride and tonight we've been watching more football!
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Took a bike ride and tonight we've been watching more football!
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Friday, November 10, 2017
Friday
It was a little cooler today - only in the 70's and a bit cloudy. It's a nice change of pace after so much heat! Dave wanted me to help him trim the bushes at the side of the house, and it was a great day to do that.. He even washed the car today.
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Thursday, November 9, 2017
Beautiful Thursday!
Dave went to church early to help with the lawn crew. He got home about 10:15 or so. I hadn't showered yet, but I'd eaten my breakfast at least. He worked around the park, spraying for bugs and weeds at the Iowan's homes.
It cooled down enough that we could ride bikes this afternoon. People here in the park have some beautiful flowers! I need to take my camera next time.
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It cooled down enough that we could ride bikes this afternoon. People here in the park have some beautiful flowers! I need to take my camera next time.
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Wednesday
Very busy day today! We had coffee this morning - we're in charge for the month of November. Then after coffee, we had our first HOA meeting. We got to come home for just a bit and then we took Bob & Ann to the Tampa airport to fly out to San Antonio. Once we dropped them off, we stopped at Whiskey Joe's for a late lunch. It was a beautiful day to sit by the water - even though it was low tide! Of course, after we got home, it was nap thirty! Then cards!
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Tuesday, November 7, 2017
Tuesday
Today was the first B&B of the season! Bowling and Bingo! My new bowling ball is sure pretty. Now, if I can just get my back to stop hurting to where I can throw it right, I'll love it! I at least averaged over 100! We had 14 bowlers the first day...and 21 bingo players tonight! I didn't win, but I was waiting almost every game. Maybe next week!
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Monday, November 6, 2017
I'm Tired!
We had a great time this past week. Along with 14 other girlfriends from high school, I spent the past 5 days in Miramar, Florida (near Destin). We had a house just off the beach where we all stayed. Fun times - lots of catching up and looking back! Shopping and eating, and even drinking, took up the rest of our time. There wasn't much sleeping! Fun times!
I didn't even play cards tonight - just too tired!
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I didn't even play cards tonight - just too tired!
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Monday, October 30, 2017
Monday
It was still a bit chilly here today, but not too bad. I still wore shorts and if I was in the sun, I was fine. In the shade, though, it was a wee bit cold.
I'm all ready - packed and ready to go! I'm not taking my computer with me so I won't be on here to blog until at least Sunday!
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I'm all ready - packed and ready to go! I'm not taking my computer with me so I won't be on here to blog until at least Sunday!
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Sunday, October 29, 2017
Sunday
Sermon was very good today and afterward Pastor Jack announced his replacement for when he retires in about 3 years. Glad for Jack and glad for us - Richard will be a good senior pastor. After church we went to Europa for breakfast.
We played bingo tonight in place of Tuesday night. I was waiting several times, but didn't win. Darn it anyway!
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We played bingo tonight in place of Tuesday night. I was waiting several times, but didn't win. Darn it anyway!
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Saturday, October 28, 2017
Wow!!
What a day! Dave worked on Bob & Ann's roof and I went to run errands. I went to Verizon, Walmart, and then to Optical Outlet to get my glasses adjusted. Then Dave and I went back to Verizon to trade in our phones. We are now proud owners of Google Pixel 2s!
Came home and got the ISU game! Fun, fun, fun. We have now beaten the #3 team and the #4 team, and for at least the next week, we're #1 in the Big 12! Wow!
Now we're watching the World Series...I really thought the Dodgers would win this Series, but now I'm doubting my pick! Houston looks pretty good.
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Came home and got the ISU game! Fun, fun, fun. We have now beaten the #3 team and the #4 team, and for at least the next week, we're #1 in the Big 12! Wow!
Now we're watching the World Series...I really thought the Dodgers would win this Series, but now I'm doubting my pick! Houston looks pretty good.
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Friday, October 27, 2017
Friday
We went with Bob & Ann to the Legion today. It was gorgeous there and we saw a whole bunch of dolphins! Not a cloud in the sky, but not hot either - just a perfect day!
I wish I could say this for the Dodgers. I wish they would have played like this against the Cubs!
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I wish I could say this for the Dodgers. I wish they would have played like this against the Cubs!
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Thursday, October 26, 2017
Thursday
I had a dentist appointment this morning at 8:40...ugh! Got my teeth cleaned and exam. Unfortunately I've got a tooth that has a large metal filling that is breaking down...kah-ching! New crown coming Nov. 16th or so. Now they can do crowns in one sitting though, so that's not quite as bad!
Breakfast at Peter's followed the dentist...man, was it good!! We then came home, got the cameras and went to the Largo Nature Park, where we weren't disappointed! We each took about 125 pix so I've got to go thru them tomorrow.
Tonight we've been waiting for Bob & Ann to get here. They got in about 9:00, came over here for supper. (We had Italian Chicken in the Crockpot.) It was very good!! Then we helped them unload the car, so now we're in for the night!
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Breakfast at Peter's followed the dentist...man, was it good!! We then came home, got the cameras and went to the Largo Nature Park, where we weren't disappointed! We each took about 125 pix so I've got to go thru them tomorrow.
Tonight we've been waiting for Bob & Ann to get here. They got in about 9:00, came over here for supper. (We had Italian Chicken in the Crockpot.) It was very good!! Then we helped them unload the car, so now we're in for the night!
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Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Tuesday
Well, today we walked all around Walmart looking for magnetic hooks to put on the side of the refrigerator to hold my potholders! I told Dave I wanted to go with him so I could so some walking, but I really didn't want to walk as much as I did. I finally had 4 people looking for them before we found them! Then this afternoon, Dave and I rode two laps around the park on our bikes. Today wasn't so hot and humid, so we were able to ride!
I went to bingo tonight where we had some big winners. Unfortunately I wasn't one of them. I won $2.35!!!! Whoopie! That means in actuality, I lost $6.15 because I spent $8.50 to play!! Maybe I'll get rich next week!
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I went to bingo tonight where we had some big winners. Unfortunately I wasn't one of them. I won $2.35!!!! Whoopie! That means in actuality, I lost $6.15 because I spent $8.50 to play!! Maybe I'll get rich next week!
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Monday, October 23, 2017
Monday
We had a very wet day here. It rained off and on and this evening, it poured! I even drove up to cards!
We cancelled our cable and our phone today and we upped our internet to 100 mbs. So far, though, we're not at 100 mbs.. Hope it gets there!
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We cancelled our cable and our phone today and we upped our internet to 100 mbs. So far, though, we're not at 100 mbs.. Hope it gets there!
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Sunday, October 22, 2017
Sunday
Fantastic day. Church was very uplifting...great sermon and great music. After church, we went to JD's for breakfast. Haven't been there for a long time. Then, since I had $40 in Beall's bucks to spend, we went to Bealls. Unfortunately I found a few things...more than $40 though! Plus Dave found some tennies for him.
As if that wasn't enough for one day, we went to the flea market because I needed some bingo daubers and some wear over sun glasses. We walked and walked. Seems we did that yesterday, too. My calves are sore today! Good for me, though!
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As if that wasn't enough for one day, we went to the flea market because I needed some bingo daubers and some wear over sun glasses. We walked and walked. Seems we did that yesterday, too. My calves are sore today! Good for me, though!
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Saturday, October 21, 2017
Cyclones!!
Wow! Cyclone football had a great day. We went to Lubbock, TX to play Texas Tech. We were predicted to be beaten by 1 touchdown. Sorry! We won 31-13!! We dominated! It was fun to watch!
Prior to watching the game, we went to Clearwater Beach to see the chalk art. W0W! There are some very talented people out there.
Beautiful!
Harry Potter was starting to come to life!
This last artist is only 16 years old. She's standing at the fence.
It was a fun day!
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Prior to watching the game, we went to Clearwater Beach to see the chalk art. W0W! There are some very talented people out there.
Beautiful!
Harry Potter was starting to come to life!
This last artist is only 16 years old. She's standing at the fence.
It was a fun day!
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Friday, October 20, 2017
Friday
Dave got our tv antenna up and working today. We get lots of channels out in the lanai and with the Easyview, we'll get lots in the living room, too. It's soon going to be time to call and cancel our cable here! We'll have to see how much just internet will cost.
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Thursday, October 19, 2017
Is there a mercy rule in MLB?
We Cubs fans should have worn last year's "Try Not to Suck" shirts tonight. Gee, I'm thinking it's going to be a Yankees/Dodgers World Series! I'm going to have to cheer for the Yankees because I couldn't stand to cheer for the Dodgers for anything. I must admit, though, Kershaw's a good pitcher...and they've got some good batters!
The best news of the day - Bob's PSA was 0!! Thank you, Lord!
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The best news of the day - Bob's PSA was 0!! Thank you, Lord!
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Wednesday
We had a coffee this morning and caught up with all the news. Then I played cards in the evening. Dave and I went to the new Old Tyme Pottery store on Missouri. What a store. They have tons of stuff. We bought some of the velvet-y hangers and came home to organize our closets. Those hangers are great - they take up far less room than the plastic ones do and my shirts don't fall off of them!
I didn't go to bed until after the Cubs game. Sure glad I get to watch them again tonight!!
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I didn't go to bed until after the Cubs game. Sure glad I get to watch them again tonight!!
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Tuesday, October 17, 2017
Tuesday
The Red Hatters went to lunch today...12 of us. We went to Longhorn Steakhouse. Good food and good company. Then tonight I played bingo and got to bingo 2x. There were 22 people there tonight, so the pots are getting bigger!
Now I'm watching the Cubs. It's not looking good for the home team.
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Now I'm watching the Cubs. It's not looking good for the home team.
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Monday, October 16, 2017
Monday
It was beautiful here today...hot, but beautiful! I didn't do much, but then that's nothing new! Now I'm watching Dancing With The Stars.
We've been staying up late watching the Cubs, so tonight we get to go to bed at a normal time. Tomorrow's another ballgame!
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We've been staying up late watching the Cubs, so tonight we get to go to bed at a normal time. Tomorrow's another ballgame!
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Sunday, October 15, 2017
Sunday
Sundays are my favorite! Church was good. It was great to be back at Anona. Afterwards we met Sudi & Howard at Europa for breakfast. When we got home, naps were in order.
Tonight we're watching the Cubs game. They need to pull this one out and soon!!
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Tonight we're watching the Cubs game. They need to pull this one out and soon!!
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Saturday, October 14, 2017
Saturday
Dave and I went on an adventure today. We went to the Celery Fields in Sarasota to see the migrating birds. We saw spoonies, snowys, glossies, ibises, wood storks, GBHs, egrets, cattle egrets, and ducks. We got some decent pictures, but nothing great...darn it.
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It was a good day for the Cyclones!! Now we're hoping for a Cubs' victory.
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Friday, October 13, 2017
Friday
We had a fun day today. We went to Bealls where I was able to find some new clothes and so was Dave. Then we went to the Legion for lunch. It was a hot one, but we sat in the shade so it was bearable. It was fun to see some of the residents of The Ranch that we hadn't seen yet.
This afternoon consisted of a nap and then playing cards this evening. Fun times!
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This afternoon consisted of a nap and then playing cards this evening. Fun times!
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Thursday
Dave worked with the grounds crew at church this morning. He loves doing that. Even though it was hot out there, we decided to go to Sawgrass to see the baby alligators. We only saw 6 little ones and 2 that were probably 3-4 years old. We didn't see many birds either - just a lone ibis, a couple of moorhens, and a tricolored heron. We didn't stay long because it was very hot. We came home, had a bite to eat and then it was nap-thirty.
I went to the clubhouse to work on books this afternoon. I've got 3 boxes of books ready to go to the Vets or to the Library for their sale. I've almost got the books completely organized. Dave cooked hamburgers on the grill for supper and now I'm watching the Cubs-Nationals game. I don't know if we can win this one, but I sure hope so.
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I went to the clubhouse to work on books this afternoon. I've got 3 boxes of books ready to go to the Vets or to the Library for their sale. I've almost got the books completely organized. Dave cooked hamburgers on the grill for supper and now I'm watching the Cubs-Nationals game. I don't know if we can win this one, but I sure hope so.
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Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Wednesday
We got the house vacuumed and dusted today. The laundry is done, and everything is put away. It's so hot here that you don't want to be outside a lot. Just walking up to the clubhouse makes you soaked with sweat. We wanted to go to the water for lunch/dinner, but it was hot enough that I didn't mind staying home.
Coffee was fun this morning...bingo was fun last night...cards were fun tonight. It's good to be back at The Ranch!
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Coffee was fun this morning...bingo was fun last night...cards were fun tonight. It's good to be back at The Ranch!
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Friday, October 6, 2017
Yucky Day
It was a gray, foggy, drizzly day here - just downright yucky! We've decided to stay tomorrow and leave on Sunday. We don't want to drive into Nate!! Darn hurricanes!
Tonight we celebrated Aidan's birthday. He was so excited. He kept saying Happy Birthday Aidan and he told us he had a Mickey cake! He's so fun now that he talks!
We got him a Thomas the Train 12" bike with training wheels! He kept saying, "My bike!" He got on it right away, but he didn't have shoes on so he couldn't work the pedals.
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Tonight we celebrated Aidan's birthday. He was so excited. He kept saying Happy Birthday Aidan and he told us he had a Mickey cake! He's so fun now that he talks!
We got him a Thomas the Train 12" bike with training wheels! He kept saying, "My bike!" He got on it right away, but he didn't have shoes on so he couldn't work the pedals.
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Thursday, October 5, 2017
Thursday
We're on schedule! The car is pretty much loaded except for our overnight bags and pillows and cooler! Obviously we had a good day! In fact, Dave even went out to Bryan's tonight for a boys night out. Bryan, Aidan, and Dave went out for pizza!
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Wednesday, October 4, 2017
Weds.
We're about ready to pack the car! That's a tomorrow job. All of the house has even been cleaned. Tonight we took the camper to Kyle's for the winter. Bryan took his there too, so the two little boys got to play in the sandbox!
When we were done, we went to Sasquatch Jack's in Waverly for supper. This is my tenderloin! I only ate about 1/3 of it. It was scrumptious!!
When we were done, we went to Sasquatch Jack's in Waverly for supper. This is my tenderloin! I only ate about 1/3 of it. It was scrumptious!!
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Tuesday, October 3, 2017
Tuesday
We had a productive day today. Together we got all of the paperwork filed and dealt with. We also got the bathrooms cleaned, the bedrooms cleaned, and the kitchen cleaned. Plus, my clothes are in garment bags, except for the 6 days of clothes I'll need between now and our arrival in Florida. Also, the camper is winterized and will be taken to Kyle's tomorrow evening. We're getting about ready!
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Monday, October 2, 2017
Sunday & Monday
Yesterday I went with Kyle, Cassie & Blaise to Ottumwa, where we celebrated Thanksgiving with the family. It was a beautiful fall day and we had lots of things to be thankful for. Dave didn't want to expose Cassie to any cold germs so he elected not to go. We had 14 people - Bob & Ann, Linda & Al, Kaylee (Clayton is already in The Netherlands), Kyle, Cassie & Blaise, Vicki, Alan & Allison, Cousin Steve & Barb, and me. Fun day! I rode home with Kaylee and enjoyed every minute with her. She leaves for The Netherlands on Weds.
Today was a preparation day. I made all the phone calls to change our address, etc. I also watched the coverage of the mass shooting in Las Vegas. When will the US wake up and realize that a person with 23 guns/explosive devices in his hotel room and 18? in his home has only one reason to have that many weapons? Their reason - to kill as many people as possible. How horrible for the victims' families and friends, and the US as a whole. Just horrible.
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Today was a preparation day. I made all the phone calls to change our address, etc. I also watched the coverage of the mass shooting in Las Vegas. When will the US wake up and realize that a person with 23 guns/explosive devices in his hotel room and 18? in his home has only one reason to have that many weapons? Their reason - to kill as many people as possible. How horrible for the victims' families and friends, and the US as a whole. Just horrible.
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Saturday, September 30, 2017
Saturday
I can't believe that a Saturday came and went and I didn't watch any football. I was working on reconciling credit card statements and bank statements and didn't even think of football. I didn't even turn on the Cubs game until the 3rd inning! Living in Waterloo must have done something to my sports gene!
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Friday, September 29, 2017
Friday
Not much going on today. I worked on paperwork and went to the chiropractor. Dave feels a bit better today! We're supposed to go to Ottumwa for Thanksgiving on Sunday, but he may not go. He doesn't want Cassie exposed to germs. In case you don't know, Kyle (my great nephew) and Cassie are expecting twin girls early in 2018. One of the little girls has a hole in her heart and will have to have surgery as soon as she is born. We are praying that the hole will close before she is born.
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Thursday, September 28, 2017
Thursday
I don't have much to blog. Dave has a bad cold and is freezing. He even had the heater going. I, however, am still too warm. We both took naps. I tried printing out some statements, but ran out of ink. I tried something else and that didn't work. The Cyclones sucked!
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Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Cubs Win!!
I have to say that a Cubs win for a clinch of the E Division of the National League was super sweet because it was done in St Louis! Fun!!
Today I only slept an additional 5 hours! Dave and I went to the clinic this morning to have our blood drawn. Then we went to Village Inn for breakfast...and free fruit pie! Then I had an appointment with a Physical Therapist to work on my vertigo. She did the Epley Maneuver on me two times. The second time I wasn't dizzy any more. She taught Dave and me how to do this so we can do it ourselves at home.
After that I took my 5 hour nap, then the Cubs game!
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Today I only slept an additional 5 hours! Dave and I went to the clinic this morning to have our blood drawn. Then we went to Village Inn for breakfast...and free fruit pie! Then I had an appointment with a Physical Therapist to work on my vertigo. She did the Epley Maneuver on me two times. The second time I wasn't dizzy any more. She taught Dave and me how to do this so we can do it ourselves at home.
After that I took my 5 hour nap, then the Cubs game!
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Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Tuesday
Where should I start? Dave took me to the ER around 10:30. The muscle spasms in my side were very frequent and very intense. I knew I couldn't sleep without some relief. Almost 4 hours later, after a CT scan, a urine test, blood panel, and xrays of my ribs, we came back home not knowing any more than we did when we got there. I'm taking pain pills. I had lots of drugs in me so I slept very well. Today I've slept most of the day and I'm still exhausted, I take more pills tonight so I should sleep again.
Dave and I went to the eye doctor to pick up my glasses. His were in also, so that errand is done!
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Dave and I went to the eye doctor to pick up my glasses. His were in also, so that errand is done!
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Monday, September 25, 2017
Monday
Interesting Monday! I had a doctor's appointment at 10. At 10:35, I asked what was going on. They said the doctor was running an hour and a half behind because of computer issues. They have a new system and her's wasn't working. So she was on the phone with IT for 90 minutes. Dave had an appointment at 11:20. So we both went in at that time. Grrr....
I also had an xray of my ribs because I'm having muscle spasms there. (It was negative for a fracture). Then I went for a mammogram. I was at Covenant for about 4.5 hours!! Since I had errands to run, I stopped to get us a Subway for lunch.
Tomorrow we go in for blood work (after fasting) and Weds. I go to PT for my BPPV. I guess I'm officially old!
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I also had an xray of my ribs because I'm having muscle spasms there. (It was negative for a fracture). Then I went for a mammogram. I was at Covenant for about 4.5 hours!! Since I had errands to run, I stopped to get us a Subway for lunch.
Tomorrow we go in for blood work (after fasting) and Weds. I go to PT for my BPPV. I guess I'm officially old!
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Sunday, September 24, 2017
Sunday
We had a really good day today. We went to church where the service was wonderful. Since we had to go to Target after church we decided to find a restaurant near there. IHOP was our choice today. Our food was wonderful...and, someone picked up our tab as a random act of kindness. We've done that before, but never had it done for us!! After our meal, we went to Target and got our stuff. We were in the checkout and the cashier gave us a free $10 Target gift card because we spent over $50!!
Naps were in order this afternoon. Then we were invited to Bryan's for supper. That was fun. I got to read 4 books to Aidan and he wanted me to play with blocks on the floor with him. So I got down on the floor not once, but twice, so I could play! He's so cute!!
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Naps were in order this afternoon. Then we were invited to Bryan's for supper. That was fun. I got to read 4 books to Aidan and he wanted me to play with blocks on the floor with him. So I got down on the floor not once, but twice, so I could play! He's so cute!!
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Saturday, September 23, 2017
Saturday
Since Dave went to help Bryan today, I had a day to watch sports! Unfortunately the Cubs got beat, which wasn't fun for me. Now tonight Dave's in the den doing his breathing treatments and I'm out here watching HGTV.
Another really hot day here. Can't believe we're having 90+ degree days this late in September! Feels like Florida!
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Another really hot day here. Can't believe we're having 90+ degree days this late in September! Feels like Florida!
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Friday, September 22, 2017
Friday
We are back to normal! The contractors are gone and the den looks really good! Everything is put back into the room, so we're happy campers!
I even made some cookies today AND I found out that Blaise is going to be a big brother to twin GIRLS! Fun news!!
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I even made some cookies today AND I found out that Blaise is going to be a big brother to twin GIRLS! Fun news!!
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Thursday, September 21, 2017
Thursday
The contractors came today...early. They were here around 8 and started working shortly after that. By 8:20 they were making enough noise th...at I was afraid we'd get kicked out!! We didn't! They got 3 windows cased in and a ceiling painted with 2 coats of paint! I'm glad that's done!
While they were here, I went to get my hair cut and get groceries so I was able to get away for a while. Now I'm watching the Cubs...grrr. We need a bullpen!!
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While they were here, I went to get my hair cut and get groceries so I was able to get away for a while. Now I'm watching the Cubs...grrr. We need a bullpen!!
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Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Wednesday
I had to get up early this morning because I needed to be showered and dressed before the contractors came to paint the ceiling in the den and to case in the windows. Well, guess what...they didn't come. Dave called them to see if they were still coming and he forgot to write it down. He promised to be here tomorrow. I sure hope so cause we're back into chaos (stuff in the living room that was in the den, etc). I just don't understand when you're providing a service to people, how do you forget that you made an appointment???? I guess I'll get up early again tomorrow!
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Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Tuesday
This was an errand day for Dave. We went thru our closets and gave clothes to Good Will for one thing. He also had to return the tv he bought last Friday. Three of the channels had no sound. So he got another one today and all the channels work! Then he moved things out of the craft room so the carpenters that are to be here in the morning don't have to work around stuff. I think that means I have to get up earlier than normal!
Tonight besides watching the Cubs game, we got to talk to Aidan on the phone. He told us about his day at school (he started a new pre-school yesterday)! He's such a sweetie!!
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Tonight besides watching the Cubs game, we got to talk to Aidan on the phone. He told us about his day at school (he started a new pre-school yesterday)! He's such a sweetie!!
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Monday
Didn't get to post last night. This dumb computer shut down on me. I will never have another HP laptop. This one has too many things it does like shutting down on it's own, or freezing and then I have to pull the battery to get it to restart, Grrrr..........
We had a good day. Cooked burgers for lunch and ate out on the balcony. Then we made cheesy potatoes for the condo picnic starting at 5:30. Delicious food and 37 attendees!
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We had a good day. Cooked burgers for lunch and ate out on the balcony. Then we made cheesy potatoes for the condo picnic starting at 5:30. Delicious food and 37 attendees!
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Sunday, September 17, 2017
Fun weekend!
We had such a fun weekend. We went to Harvest Farm campground on Friday morning. It took us 2.5 hours to get there - it should have been 1.5 hours...another one of those shortcuts!! Not only was it a longer than it should have been trip, it was also a bumpier trip with curvy and chipped road!! Needless to say we came a different way home! Bryan and Aidan got there in 1.5 hours later in the day. It was so nice there. Friday was perfect but Saturday was drizzly for a while. Then it turned out beautiful too. We even got to have a campfire Saturday night, so Aidan could have S'mores! Now that Aidan talks, he's just so entertaining. He's always talking about Grandpa Dave! He was so good all weekend!
We came home today just in time to watch the Cubs sweep the Cardinals! That was a lot of fun, too!!
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We came home today just in time to watch the Cubs sweep the Cardinals! That was a lot of fun, too!!
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Thursday, September 14, 2017
Thursday
Today was kind of a quiet day. Other than getting things ready to go camping this weekend, we didn't do a lot. Dave even got to take a nap. I had an outing to go to. One of the ladies who lives here is moving to Davenport as soon as her condo sells. She will probably be gone when we get back from Florida in the spring. Another lady down the hall had a little get together for the ladies...wine, cake, snacks, etc. It was nice. I think there were 10 of us there.
Now I'm watching the Cubs! I'm pretty sure we won't have tv or wifi at this campground, so I won't be posting for a day or two!
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Now I'm watching the Cubs! I'm pretty sure we won't have tv or wifi at this campground, so I won't be posting for a day or two!
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Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Wednesday
Summer is back in Waterloo. It was 86 today and supposed to be hot all weekend. I guess that's good. We're camping this weekend and I'm pretty sure that where we're going we can't get wifi! Bryan and Aidan are also going. Bryan's taking their camper. Tomorrow we'll load the camper and we plan to leave Friday morning. This campground is near Cresco...way up north near the Minnesota border.
Today was fun...for me. Not so much for Dave. Dave was in charge of the window washers, so he was tied up from 9:00 until 3:30. I, however, went to the eye doctor to pick out my new glasses and then went to have a pedicure. This evening we went to LJ's for supper. Now we're watching the Cubs.
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Today was fun...for me. Not so much for Dave. Dave was in charge of the window washers, so he was tied up from 9:00 until 3:30. I, however, went to the eye doctor to pick out my new glasses and then went to have a pedicure. This evening we went to LJ's for supper. Now we're watching the Cubs.
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Tuesday, September 12, 2017
Busy Day
We got busy this morning finishing up the den. It looks really nice. Next Weds. the guys come to paint the ceiling and frame in the windows. Then it will be done! Yay!!
This afternoon I had to make a salad for my PEO meeting - a salad potluck. Yummy! I made a grape salad which was very popular.
Now I'm watching the Cubs!
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This afternoon I had to make a salad for my PEO meeting - a salad potluck. Yummy! I made a grape salad which was very popular.
Now I'm watching the Cubs!
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Monday, September 11, 2017
A new day!
Today we both woke up early to see how the Holiday Ranch made it through the hurricane. We were very pleasantly surprised to find that most of the units in the park made it through just fine, ours included! God is good!
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Irma
Irma has hit the Largo/Clearwater area! The worst of it is expected tonight in the night. Sandy just said it was bad. Please be with us, Lord! We're assuming the worst. It's hard to think that our cute little home may be destroyed, but if it is, we'll figure something else out...we just want our friends to all be safe.
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Saturday, September 9, 2017
Saturday
My day started earlier than normal. I had a PEO social at Barn Happy (a restaurant/shop in a barn) at 9:30 so I had to get up and get moving! Dave stayed here and got everything up off the floor so that I could orchestrate filling the shelves that he painted. I got home about 11:30. He got the Iowa State-Iowa game on the tv in that room...and we worked! It looks really nice and we've even got room in the cupboards left over!!
Unfortunately the game didn't turn out the way I wanted it to. It was a great college football game, though!!
Still waiting on Irma to hit mid Florida.
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Unfortunately the game didn't turn out the way I wanted it to. It was a great college football game, though!!
Still waiting on Irma to hit mid Florida.
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Friday, September 8, 2017
Friday
We put away a few more things in the wall unit today and I was able to toss a bunch of stuff, too. Tomorrow we'll probably be able to start loading the shelves. I'm hoping Dave does the top shelves that I can't reach and then let's me do the rest. That way I can take my time and enjoy the process.
We are both losing sleep over Irma. Today we have resigned ourselves to the fact that we quite possibly (if not probably) will not have our Florida home after the weekend. Of course, we're hoping that we're pleasantly surprised, but have had reality set in. There's just no way a mobile home can :(
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We are both losing sleep over Irma. Today we have resigned ourselves to the fact that we quite possibly (if not probably) will not have our Florida home after the weekend. Of course, we're hoping that we're pleasantly surprised, but have had reality set in. There's just no way a mobile home can :(
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Thursday, September 7, 2017
Thursday
Dave had to do a little more work on the doors for the wall unit...he forgot to paint one side of the door...and it just so happened to be the side that showed! But, he did help me put some stuff away in the bottom part of the unit. Maybe I'll get to put some more away tomorrow!!
Tonight Dave is helping Bryan with some project. I was watching the Weather Channel, but that made me nervous. Now I'm watching the Cubs..
Bob and Ann called tonight to see what we were going to do with our home in Florida. He's convinced that we won't have homes after this weekend. I sure hope he's wrong.
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Tonight Dave is helping Bryan with some project. I was watching the Weather Channel, but that made me nervous. Now I'm watching the Cubs..
Bob and Ann called tonight to see what we were going to do with our home in Florida. He's convinced that we won't have homes after this weekend. I sure hope he's wrong.
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Wednesday, September 6, 2017
Wednesday
Things are not quite so messed up at our house this evening. All of the saw horses and drop cloths are out of here. Dave still won't let me put things up on the shelves, but I'm being patient. We had a guy in today to see if he could paint the ceiling in that room and also to frame in the windows. Dave is tired and sore...that's why we're hiring it done.
We're watching Irma carefully. Hope everyone stays safe!
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We're watching Irma carefully. Hope everyone stays safe!
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Tuesday, September 5, 2017
Lots on my mind!
I've got a headache tonight because I have way too much on my mind! We're waiting for the paint to dry here, so we're still in chaos. But this chaos is nothing compared to what our family and friends have going on in Florida. I'm glad we're still in Iowa, but our thoughts are down there. Don't know where Irma is going, but either southern Florida or the west coast may get to experience her. Either way is no good. Prayers are going out for all of them, along with our friends and family in Texas. So many concerns!
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Monday, September 4, 2017
Labor Day
Labor Day 2017 saw Dave painting the shelves and doors. I think the shelves are now all done, but the doors still need another coat or maybe 2. I've lost track! As for me, I get meals and wash dishes! I guess that's all right.
Watched the Cubs get slaughtered today. Not pretty! Hope they bounce back from that one quickly!!
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Watched the Cubs get slaughtered today. Not pretty! Hope they bounce back from that one quickly!!
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Sunday, September 3, 2017
Sunday
What a beautiful day today! The moon tonight is just gorgeous...it's almost full and it was almost orange! It was quite warm here today. We had the doors and windows open, but we really started to hear up inside, so we had to close them.
All 3 coats of paint are on the wall unit...now it cures for 3 days! He's still got to paint 1 more coat on the shelves and the doors and then they've got to cure. Now he's hoping to get a painter in here to paint the ceiling in that room. It looks brown now that the wall unit is painted. I'm sure all of the ceilings look that way, but there's no white to compare them to.
I'm ready for bed. I'm just biding my time. Can't go until 10:00 you know!
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All 3 coats of paint are on the wall unit...now it cures for 3 days! He's still got to paint 1 more coat on the shelves and the doors and then they've got to cure. Now he's hoping to get a painter in here to paint the ceiling in that room. It looks brown now that the wall unit is painted. I'm sure all of the ceilings look that way, but there's no white to compare them to.
I'm ready for bed. I'm just biding my time. Can't go until 10:00 you know!
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Saturday, September 2, 2017
Saturday
Saturday is supposed to be aa fun day and today was a good one. We started out by going to the Wild Carrot for breakfast and to see Kaylee. Kaylee will be leaving on Oct 4th for the Netherlands, so we wanted to be sure to see her another couple of times before she goes...plus Dave is getting sore and tired of painting, so he wanted a break. Breakfast was delicious, by the way. and I had enough pancakes left over that we can have breakfast tomorrow. Speaking of the Netherlands, Clayton is already there. His practice starts on Tuesday. He's excited about this team. He's had this coach before and this is a much better team than the one he was on last year.
This afternoon, Dave painted doors and shelves, but decided not to touch the wall unit. Maybe he'll feel better tomorrow after church! I watched the Cubs win and now we're watching the Cyclones win. It's a fun Saturday!! I really liked the way the Clones played today...defense looked good and the offense sputtered a bit, but got going finally!
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This afternoon, Dave painted doors and shelves, but decided not to touch the wall unit. Maybe he'll feel better tomorrow after church! I watched the Cubs win and now we're watching the Cyclones win. It's a fun Saturday!! I really liked the way the Clones played today...defense looked good and the offense sputtered a bit, but got going finally!
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Thursday, August 31, 2017
Thursday
We both had eye doctor appointments this morning. Unfortunately they do the "medical" part of the eye exam one day, then we have to go back in a week or so to have our vision exams. I don't know why they don't do it all at once. I think that would be much more efficient. Since I have a "freckle" on my eyeball, I get to have pictures taken of my eyes too see if there's any change. The poor girl who took these pictures took 12 pictures but never did see the freckle. I told her we'd better find it and take a picture of it, or Dr H would make us do it again! So I explained where it is on my eyeball and after she finally found it, she was able to get a picture. It didn't change, thank God.
After lunch Dave went to Bryan's to paint doors and shelves - he's got more room to spread out! While he was there he picked a few tomatoes for us!!
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After lunch Dave went to Bryan's to paint doors and shelves - he's got more room to spread out! While he was there he picked a few tomatoes for us!!
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Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Wednesday
Another day and a second coat of primer. I went to Lowe's to pick up the regular paint as well as some other things Dave needed.
Other than that, not much new around here!
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Other than that, not much new around here!
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Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Tuesday
Construction has started!! Actually it's not construction...mostly just painting so far. The first coat of primer is on the cabinet structure. It's going to look really nice!! Tomorrow I go get the paint, which we'll start on Thursday...after 2 coats of primer. I said we, but Dave won't let me paint. He thinks it'll hurt my back too bad. So I'm running errands - I'd rather paint!
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Monday, August 28, 2017
CHAOS!!
We're in chaos again! One of the things that needed to be done when we moved into this condo was to finish around the windows. For some reason, the previous owners never did this. Well, we've been here almost 3 summers and now Dave has a plan. Unfortunately, it's making a mess!! We're starting in the craft/bonus room. So this morning we cleaned out all of the shelving unit, removed the shelves, and the doors. Yes, I said we! Tomorrow we start painting them white. Right now they're a dark stained plywood. I'm afraid this will take about a week to finish...or more. Yuck!!
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Sunday, August 27, 2017
Sunday
Today was Pastor David's last Sunday at FPC in O-town. He's retiring. I sure wish we could have been there. Instead we had a wonderful sermon today at FPC in the 'loo. This evening I watched the video of Pastor David's sermon today. Thru technology I got to be in both places!
After church today we went to Morg's. We had decided we were going to wait for a table no matter how long it took, We got in about 20 minutes after arriving and about 30 minutes after placing our order, we got our food. Yes, it's that good - well worth the wait!
Bryan and Aidan came by the afternoon. Aidan is so fun now that he's trying to string words together. He's learning his colors - he got blue, red, black, orange, brown and pink right today. He's also been working on his numbers. Actually he's trying to say almost everything you say to him! Thank you, God.
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After church today we went to Morg's. We had decided we were going to wait for a table no matter how long it took, We got in about 20 minutes after arriving and about 30 minutes after placing our order, we got our food. Yes, it's that good - well worth the wait!
Bryan and Aidan came by the afternoon. Aidan is so fun now that he's trying to string words together. He's learning his colors - he got blue, red, black, orange, brown and pink right today. He's also been working on his numbers. Actually he's trying to say almost everything you say to him! Thank you, God.
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Saturday, August 26, 2017
Saturday
It was a typical fall day here today...gray and windy. It was supposed to be 72 out, but I sat out on the balcony to read for about 5 minutes before I came in thoroughly chilled! Great football weather!!
Dave finished up patching a lady's ceiling here at the condo. Then after lunch he went to Bryan's for the afternoon. I was pretty bored. I had just closed my eyes to take a nap when he came home. I went back to the bedroom and took a short nap after reading for a bit.
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Dave finished up patching a lady's ceiling here at the condo. Then after lunch he went to Bryan's for the afternoon. I was pretty bored. I had just closed my eyes to take a nap when he came home. I went back to the bedroom and took a short nap after reading for a bit.
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Friday, August 25, 2017
Friday
Another week is already gone! We're less 2 months from Florida already. We're already gathering stuff that has to go with us. We're getting a good pile! Sudi, if you're reading this, we have your salsa maker! They went up a bit from the last time we bought one, but it was still the same guy demoing them! They're also much improved...new blades which make it easier to turn! We even got a new blade for ours.
Dave and I went to the chiropractor today. We both needed it badly. Since wee couldn't get the Cubs game tonight, I watched CNN. Oh my. Lots of news tonight.
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Dave and I went to the chiropractor today. We both needed it badly. Since wee couldn't get the Cubs game tonight, I watched CNN. Oh my. Lots of news tonight.
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Thursday, August 24, 2017
Fun evening!
Our evening was sure fun. We went to Carlos O'Kelly's with Bryan, Erin & Aidan. Aidan was a hoot! He's just started talking overnight. He kept saying Grandpa Dave and Grandma Peg. He picked macaroni for dinner. Told me what color his crayons were...I think he guessed, but he got it right! He even wanted me to color with him!
I heard from Bob today. He's half way through with his treatments - yay! Now his middle daughter lives in San Antonio and they're bracing for 20+ inches of rain. I hope they're safe.
We had issues with Mediacom today. Internet was down for hours. Grrrr...
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I heard from Bob today. He's half way through with his treatments - yay! Now his middle daughter lives in San Antonio and they're bracing for 20+ inches of rain. I hope they're safe.
We had issues with Mediacom today. Internet was down for hours. Grrrr...
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Wednesday, August 23, 2017
Wednesday
We got some things done around the house today. Good deal. We also went shopping at Bed Bath and Beyond - I love that place!
Here's something I wanted you to hear last night, but I couldn't get my phone to download it!!
Here's something I wanted you to hear last night, but I couldn't get my phone to download it!!
We get to see him tomorrow!! Can't wait!
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Tuesday, August 22, 2017
Tuesday
Yesterday was cloudy, cool, and rainy. Today was the opposite - sunny, breezy, and just beautiful. We could have seen the eclipse if we'd had this weather yesterday. We ate our lunch out on the balcony and I even sat out there and read this afternoon.
We've got a couple of hummers flitting about, eating the food we've put out for them. While I was reading outside, one of them came to eat. After a few sips, she saw me and flew up into the tree. I was going in to get the camera, but I figured she wouldn't stay on the branch. Boy was I wrong. After about 20 minutes, she did a recon flight and saw me still there, so up to the branch she went. I'll bet she was there another 20 minutes. I finally came in so she would feel comfortable eating. I heard her little chirps within just a few minutes of my coming inside. The little male didn't show his face while I was out there today.
We got a video from Bryan of Aidan saying both Grandpa Dave and Grandma Peg!!
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We've got a couple of hummers flitting about, eating the food we've put out for them. While I was reading outside, one of them came to eat. After a few sips, she saw me and flew up into the tree. I was going in to get the camera, but I figured she wouldn't stay on the branch. Boy was I wrong. After about 20 minutes, she did a recon flight and saw me still there, so up to the branch she went. I'll bet she was there another 20 minutes. I finally came in so she would feel comfortable eating. I heard her little chirps within just a few minutes of my coming inside. The little male didn't show his face while I was out there today.
We got a video from Bryan of Aidan saying both Grandpa Dave and Grandma Peg!!
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Monday, August 21, 2017
Total Eclipse
We've been waiting for the total eclipse forever, it seems. We here in Waterloo are now hoping that the one in 2024 will be able to be seen! It was very cloudy here today, so no eclipse. It did get a bit darker, but that's all we saw. Darn!
Here's a picture of Blaise and I reading about dinosaurs! I wish Dave had come in a little closer, so my legs weren't the first thing you see!
Here's a picture of Blaise and I reading about dinosaurs! I wish Dave had come in a little closer, so my legs weren't the first thing you see!
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Sunday, August 20, 2017
Sunday
It was good to be back in our own church this morning. Good sermon, too. I thought the scripture was very appropriate for the world today. It is from Acts 2.
Acts 2:37-42 37When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, "Brothers, what shall we do?" 38Peter replied, "Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. 39The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off-for all whom the LORD our God will call." 40With many other words he warned them; and he pleaded with them, "Save yourselves from this corrupt generation." 41Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day. 42They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.
It just spoke to me. I feel like if we remember our baptism, and listen to what God has to say, we can forget this mess the US is in and be able to relax knowing our futures.
We wanted to go to Morgs for breakfast after church, but it was full. So we went to Village Inn and it was PACKED! So we came home to eat. Dave went to Bryan's for the afternoon and I did the Sept newsletter and calendar. Yay! I also got to watch the Cubs win in extra innings!!
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Acts 2:37-42 37When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, "Brothers, what shall we do?" 38Peter replied, "Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. 39The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off-for all whom the LORD our God will call." 40With many other words he warned them; and he pleaded with them, "Save yourselves from this corrupt generation." 41Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day. 42They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.
It just spoke to me. I feel like if we remember our baptism, and listen to what God has to say, we can forget this mess the US is in and be able to relax knowing our futures.
We wanted to go to Morgs for breakfast after church, but it was full. So we went to Village Inn and it was PACKED! So we came home to eat. Dave went to Bryan's for the afternoon and I did the Sept newsletter and calendar. Yay! I also got to watch the Cubs win in extra innings!!
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Saturday, August 19, 2017
Friday & Saturday
I don't remember what happened yesterday...oh yeah, I fixed the pillowcase for Dave's wedge pillow for one thing. Dave mowed here at the condo while I was doing whatever I was doing. Then about 4:30 we went to Linda's. Bob & Ann were there for the weekend so I sat and talked to my brother for quite a while. Then Kyle, Cassie, and Blaise arrived! He was being bashful with us. That was a first. It didn't last long though, because we had a bite of supper and I sat at his little table with him. When we got done eating, he wanted me to read to him. We read 3 and a half books before it was time to go to the party. He didn't want to go but I left the book and he got ready. The party was a get together for Clayton & Kaylee. Clayton will be leaving in a couple of weeks for The Netherlands where he'll play basketball for Leiden this year. Kaylee won't be going until October sometime because she's the maid of honor in a wedding. So she and the dog will join him after his season starts.
It was a great party - tons of food, perfect weather, and Clayton's band. Good music, guys!!
Today we did some things to the camper and then we installed our EasyView TV. We did something wrong, though, so we have to wait for tech support to call us back on Monday. We also covered my recliner - so no more pinkish raspberry in our living room!! Yay!
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It was a great party - tons of food, perfect weather, and Clayton's band. Good music, guys!!
Today we did some things to the camper and then we installed our EasyView TV. We did something wrong, though, so we have to wait for tech support to call us back on Monday. We also covered my recliner - so no more pinkish raspberry in our living room!! Yay!
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Thursday, August 17, 2017
Home again!
We made it home, safe and sound - thank you, God! We had a very good time on our little trip. On Saturday night we went to a party for our O-town pastor, David, and his wife, Liz. It was a great group of hand-selected people who have been friends with David & Liz for the past 7 years. It coincided with David's retirement and his 70th birthday, as well as their pending move to Wisconsin to begin their retirement life. Fun times and lots of laughs!
Sunday we went to church with our old friends and then lunch with a group of 10. Then Monday we went to Cantril to get our 25 pounds of popcorn for Florida, plus a list of stuff from Ann. We met Bob & Ann for lunch at the Recovery Room. Bob has now had 13 radiation treatments out of 35. He says they drive for 3 hours (both ways) for 3 minutes of treatment. Say a few prayers for my brother!
After lunch we took off for Cherry Glen campground at Saylorville. We couldn't get in at Adventureland. Cherry Glen is beautiful and quiet!! Unfortunately they didn't have any WIFI at all. We checked our phones by using data, but didn't use them for anything else. We did, however, have decent tv viewing for the evenings when we returned from the Fair. Again, the Iowa State Fair was wonderful. We were there two partial days and saw lots. This is the first time we didn't eat a bunch of junk! We had a great time!
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Sunday we went to church with our old friends and then lunch with a group of 10. Then Monday we went to Cantril to get our 25 pounds of popcorn for Florida, plus a list of stuff from Ann. We met Bob & Ann for lunch at the Recovery Room. Bob has now had 13 radiation treatments out of 35. He says they drive for 3 hours (both ways) for 3 minutes of treatment. Say a few prayers for my brother!
After lunch we took off for Cherry Glen campground at Saylorville. We couldn't get in at Adventureland. Cherry Glen is beautiful and quiet!! Unfortunately they didn't have any WIFI at all. We checked our phones by using data, but didn't use them for anything else. We did, however, have decent tv viewing for the evenings when we returned from the Fair. Again, the Iowa State Fair was wonderful. We were there two partial days and saw lots. This is the first time we didn't eat a bunch of junk! We had a great time!
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Friday, August 11, 2017
Off we go
We're heading out again tomorrow morning. This time, we're heading to O-town until Monday afternoon. Then we'll be going to Des Moines for the best state fair ever! We plan to be back in the 'loo on Thursday afternoon. So today was spent packing the camper!
We plan to take off early in the morning so we can have a Canteen for lunch! We've got a get-together tomorrow night with friends, then church on Sunday. Monday morning we're heading to Cantril to get stuff for Florida. Monday afternoon we get to see Bob & Ann and then off to Des Moines. Tuesday and Wednesday are fair days and back here on Thursday. Are you tired yet???
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We plan to take off early in the morning so we can have a Canteen for lunch! We've got a get-together tomorrow night with friends, then church on Sunday. Monday morning we're heading to Cantril to get stuff for Florida. Monday afternoon we get to see Bob & Ann and then off to Des Moines. Tuesday and Wednesday are fair days and back here on Thursday. Are you tired yet???
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Thursday, August 10, 2017
Great day
I had a really good day today. My back feels pretty good today! I had a pedicure this afternoon and ran the massage chair 2 times - that was wonderful! Plus my toes look pretty cool if I do say so myself! After that I ran to Bed Bath & Beyond and bought a slip cover for my sofa, and some pretty pillows too. I've been so tired of the raspberry colored couch and recliner! Now it looks new!
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Wednesday, August 9, 2017
Wednesday
We had a fun day today - separately though! Dave went to Bryan's this morning and did some big mowing, while I ran some errands. I needed to get my hair cut and my brows done. Then I ran to the dry cleaners. My next stop was at the Library to get a library card. That was a simple and painless procedure. I also was able to get some instruction on how to load ebooks onto my Kindle (which are FREE!!!) and even got my first ebook downloaded! Yay!!
I was going to get a pedicure too, but I ran out of time. So that has to wait until tomorrow or after we get back from our next adventure!
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I was going to get a pedicure too, but I ran out of time. So that has to wait until tomorrow or after we get back from our next adventure!
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Tuesday, August 8, 2017
Tuesday
Today was a very restful day. We both slept really, really well last night but we need to catch up from the weekend.
PEO meeting tonight and then popcorn for supper! Started to watch the Cubs, but they got behind 3-0 in the first inning so I shut them off.
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PEO meeting tonight and then popcorn for supper! Started to watch the Cubs, but they got behind 3-0 in the first inning so I shut them off.
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Monday, August 7, 2017
Monday
We made it to Indiana and back safely...thank you, Lord. Friday night we went to see Don since he'd just gotten out of the hospital that afternoon. He was glad to see us, but you could tell he was in pain. We saw him several more times over the weekend, and he said he's feeling better each day. After we saw him for a short visit on Friday night, Suzy, Greg, Roberta, Dave and I went to a late dinner at Old Style. Then back to Roberta's for strawberry shortcake. I'm still stuffed!
Roberta's bed doesn't like me, so I had a really hard time sleeping both Fri & Sat nights. Saturday, we met a couple of ladies that Dave had gone to school with for lunch. Then we all took naps in the afternoon - after visiting with Don.
Sunday we went to church with Bev, then went to Dave's reunion of students who had gone to Deacon elementary together. There were 18 out of 27 students in attendance. They had a lot of fun reminiscing and getting caught up on each other's lives.
We got up early this morning, so got to Waterloo by 3:00. Stopped on the way home at Carlos O'Kelley's for Mexican food. After unloading the car, Dave went to Bryan's and I took a nap until it was time for my massage. That felt really good! We're both really glad to be home!
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Roberta's bed doesn't like me, so I had a really hard time sleeping both Fri & Sat nights. Saturday, we met a couple of ladies that Dave had gone to school with for lunch. Then we all took naps in the afternoon - after visiting with Don.
Sunday we went to church with Bev, then went to Dave's reunion of students who had gone to Deacon elementary together. There were 18 out of 27 students in attendance. They had a lot of fun reminiscing and getting caught up on each other's lives.
We got up early this morning, so got to Waterloo by 3:00. Stopped on the way home at Carlos O'Kelley's for Mexican food. After unloading the car, Dave went to Bryan's and I took a nap until it was time for my massage. That felt really good! We're both really glad to be home!
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Thursday, August 3, 2017
Thursday
We're packing because we're heading to Indiana in the morning. We'll be gone for a couple of days...just going to two class reunion type of events for Dave. I may not even take my computer. I can survive with just my phone!
Oh, I finished 70 Christmas cards today. They are in a bag, in a box that will go to Florida with us!! Yay!
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Oh, I finished 70 Christmas cards today. They are in a bag, in a box that will go to Florida with us!! Yay!
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Wednesday, August 2, 2017
Wednesday
I am so confused...I've got to get to church! If I don't go to church, I lose track of what day it is. We haven't been there for a month. We won't make it this Sunday either. We're heading for Indiana for a reunion of Dave's classmates from this one little town where they went to elementary school.
I worked on Christmas cards while Dave went to Bryan's. He came home so excited. Aidan gave him a bye-bye kiss. That's the first time! He usually gives me one, but not Dave. We were able to get in to see the chiropractor late this afternoon, too.
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I worked on Christmas cards while Dave went to Bryan's. He came home so excited. Aidan gave him a bye-bye kiss. That's the first time! He usually gives me one, but not Dave. We were able to get in to see the chiropractor late this afternoon, too.
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Tuesday, August 1, 2017
1 Month Anniversary
It was a month ago when I fell at church...July 2nd. I finally was able to sleep all night in the bed. I still can't sleep on my side the way I like to sleep. So I'm still not happy with it. When I sleep the way I like to sleep, I'm sort of twisted to my front...I'm not on my right hip at all. That puts pressure on my ribcage and that still hurts. I'm getting closer though!
Today I worked on Christmas cards again. Now I'm assembling them and then the last step will be to stamp the sentiment on the inside. I bought a new product which will be very helpful with that. It's called MISTI and it'll take my shakes out of the equation!!
Here are a couple of pix from the weekend. The first is Bryan, Erin, and Aidan in the water park.
Storm Lake is full of these carvings. When a tree dies or blows down, a local artist carves them into various animals, people, etc. Here are a couple of them from the park.
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Today I worked on Christmas cards again. Now I'm assembling them and then the last step will be to stamp the sentiment on the inside. I bought a new product which will be very helpful with that. It's called MISTI and it'll take my shakes out of the equation!!
Here are a couple of pix from the weekend. The first is Bryan, Erin, and Aidan in the water park.
Storm Lake is full of these carvings. When a tree dies or blows down, a local artist carves them into various animals, people, etc. Here are a couple of them from the park.
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Monday, July 31, 2017
Monday
We had a beautiful day here. Dave had to fix the water hose connection on the camper and he ran some errands. I didn't do anything except mess with my computer. I was without wifi all weekend, so I needed to catch up!
I also worked on uploading pictures from the weekend.
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I also worked on uploading pictures from the weekend.
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Sunday, July 30, 2017
Weekend
We took off Friday morning for Storm Lake for a camping trip with Bryan and his family. Erin's folks were there Friday afternoon until Saturday morning. We had a wonderful time. We saw some beautiful sights and had a lot of fun with Aidan! We took my mobility scooter and Aidan remembered riding it in Florida, so he and I covered lots of miles riding and talking. Yes, he's started talking, but he still doesn't talk a lot...and he won't say grandma! I told him I should have called myself Mimi Peg and he said, "Mimi". Little squirt!
Storm Lake is very dry, but they water their flowers at their hotel/resort right on the lake. They are beautiful!
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Storm Lake is very dry, but they water their flowers at their hotel/resort right on the lake. They are beautiful!
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Thursday, July 27, 2017
Thursday
I hurt again today...grrr. I tried to sleep in the bed last night and I think my back was stretched more than it has been for a while. Hence, more soreness. I will just sleep in my chair tonight!
I worked a bit on Christmas cards today. I'm glad I'm feeling better so I can get back to some of my projects.
Tomorrow we're heading out to Storm Lake for a camping weekend. I may not have wifi, so if I don't blog you'll know why!
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I worked a bit on Christmas cards today. I'm glad I'm feeling better so I can get back to some of my projects.
Tomorrow we're heading out to Storm Lake for a camping weekend. I may not have wifi, so if I don't blog you'll know why!
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Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Weds.
This is the BIG news today!! Please keep Cassie & Kyle in your prayers that these babies are healthy. They are so excited!!
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Tuesday, July 25, 2017
Tuesday
I'm feeling a bit better today. I'm still not ready for any races, but at least I can walk without pain today. My back still has a ridge of swelling, but it's not as big as it was!
I even felt like working on Christmas cards today. I am ready now to stamp and then assemble! That sounds a lot easier than it will be...the shakes make it much tougher.
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I even felt like working on Christmas cards today. I am ready now to stamp and then assemble! That sounds a lot easier than it will be...the shakes make it much tougher.
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Monday, July 24, 2017
Monday
This was a boring day. I felt pretty good though. I fell asleep around 2:30 and woke up about 6:00 so I hope I sleep tonight! Dave worked on Bryan's pulling vehicle today because we're all camping this weekend. Can't wait to see their new pop-up camper!
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Sunday, July 23, 2017
Sunday
We didn't go to church again this morning. I hurt bad enough that we didn't go. I also knew that we were going to Bryan's tonight and that we had to make aw potato dish to take and I figured I'd wear out. I love to go to church, so that bothered me a lot.
Tonight at Bryan's., we had a wonderful dinner - pulled pork, green beans, potato casserole, and black raspberry pie w/ice cream. Delicious.
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Tonight at Bryan's., we had a wonderful dinner - pulled pork, green beans, potato casserole, and black raspberry pie w/ice cream. Delicious.
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Saturday, July 22, 2017
Chicage day
We didn't have anything we had to do today, except get some groceries and a haircut for Dave. Mostly we watched Chicago sports...the Cubs come from behind victory and a Sox loss. I even finished a book so tonight I'll have to start another one.
We had a lot of rain again last night. Bryan said he had about 1.5" but up where Kyle lives they had about 7". Kyle and Cassie are flooded in - all the road around their place are flooded. Wish we could send some of this rain down to SE Iowa. They're in a bad drought.
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We had a lot of rain again last night. Bryan said he had about 1.5" but up where Kyle lives they had about 7". Kyle and Cassie are flooded in - all the road around their place are flooded. Wish we could send some of this rain down to SE Iowa. They're in a bad drought.
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Friday, July 21, 2017
Friday
Dave went to Bryan's this afternoon. Bryan bought a pop-up camper, so Dave went out to help him get it set up, etc. That left me to have a quiet afternoon, which I appreciated.
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Thursday, July 20, 2017
Gilbert
I had a bit of a lazy day. I didn't even get out of my jammies until 2:00. I knew I had to get ready to go to Gilbert, so I just waited for the clock to say it was time to get moving! Dave was at Bryan's so I didn't worry about him being here! Fun day!
The ride to and from Gilbert was pretty good, but the party was better! There were 9-10 of us ladies and about 8 men. Lots of reminiscing about sorority over the years. I joined in 1974 when our chapter was formed and the rest of the ladies were at least a year later. Fun!!
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The ride to and from Gilbert was pretty good, but the party was better! There were 9-10 of us ladies and about 8 men. Lots of reminiscing about sorority over the years. I joined in 1974 when our chapter was formed and the rest of the ladies were at least a year later. Fun!!
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Wednesday, July 19, 2017
Weds.
Tomorrow we're going to Gilbert for a reunion of sorts for my Beta Sigma Phi sorority. Diane and her hubby are back in town too, so they're having a get together with us as special guests. The reason I start with this statement is that today I took a test run. Dave and I went out for drunch or linner. (That's dinner/lunch, so mid-afternoon.) I felt every bump,,,I'm not better yet, believe me! It was nice being out, but I hurt pretty bad yet. Wish me luck.
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Tuesday, July 18, 2017
Tuesday
I had a pretty good day today. Dave went out to Bryan's to do some weed whacking. I stayed here and worked on the August newsletter. I've got it done except for one paragraph and I'm waiting to receive that info.
This evening I listened to the FHS Softball game vs Charles City (State Tourney). Unfortunately FHS lost 5-4, but tomorrow they'll play again. I think Allison will pitch tomorrow.
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This evening I listened to the FHS Softball game vs Charles City (State Tourney). Unfortunately FHS lost 5-4, but tomorrow they'll play again. I think Allison will pitch tomorrow.
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Monday, July 17, 2017
Monday
Another beautiful day here. I'm doing better, but I'm still having spasms on my right side. My bruise is pretty much gone and the ridge that is swollen is not only about 2" instead of 12".
Dave worked for the association today. As for me, I just worked at getting better.
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Dave worked for the association today. As for me, I just worked at getting better.
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Sunday, July 16, 2017
Sat/Sun
We had a couple of quiet days around here. It's very hot and humid, so we've not had the doors/windows open. We did eat a meal out on the balcony today. Dave went out to Bryan's yesterday and Bryan came here today. We wanted him to hook up our DVR so we could watch movies.
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Friday, July 14, 2017
Friday
It was a beautiful day here...a slight breeze with a temp of about 78. Just about perfect. Too bad I slept thru most of it. These pills make me so sleepy!!
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Thursday, July 13, 2017
Nothin'
I got nothing today. I went back on my meds last night...slept like a baby. Actually I slept a lot of today. Dave says that means I'm healing. He went out to Bryan's to mow today while I stayed here. At least it was nice enough to have the patio doors open.
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Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Wednesday
I felt pretty good this morning, even though I had only a few hours of sleep. I've been walking around without the walker and doing some mild things around the house. By afternoon, I started getting sorer and sorer...grrr. Then Bryan brought Aidan to see us and I did a bunch of ups and downs in and out of the chair. I just took a pain pill and a muscle spasm pill. I really hurt tonight.
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Tuesday, July 11, 2017
No meds
When I got up this morning, I decided I was getting off both of my meds. I like to nap, but not as much as I was doing. So besides not taking any meds, I also didn't get a nap. I know you're getting tired of hearing about my aches and pains, but when you're laid up with an injury, there's nothing much to talk about.
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Monday, July 10, 2017
Progress
Although I hurt quite a bit today, I did make progress. I am getting in and out of my chairs and doing everything by myself. I even got into bed last night. Unfortunately it wasn't the experience I wanted, so about 3:30 I came back to my chair. It's pretty bad when you have a Tempurpedic bed and you like the chair better! As soon as I can sleep on my right side, then I'll love my bed again.
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Sunday, July 9, 2017
Sunday?
We didn't go to church this morning because I can't sit up straight for more than 10 minutes or so. I don't think it would have been appreciated if I just stretched out on the pew!
Anyway, I've had a pretty good day. Dave actually went out to Bryan's for a couple of hours and I was able to get out of my chair by myself! It's much easier getting into the chair than out of it!! About 5:00 when Dave got home, I told him I wanted to try to get into the bed...and I did! He had to help me out of the bed, but I think we're going to sleep back there tonight!
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Anyway, I've had a pretty good day. Dave actually went out to Bryan's for a couple of hours and I was able to get out of my chair by myself! It's much easier getting into the chair than out of it!! About 5:00 when Dave got home, I told him I wanted to try to get into the bed...and I did! He had to help me out of the bed, but I think we're going to sleep back there tonight!
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Saturday, July 8, 2017
Saturday
I felt quiet a bit better today!! Yay! I can finally reach down for the handle on my recliner without screaming. My being able to get in and out of my chair is huge for Dave. He now doesn't feel like he's trapped here. He an go and just check in on me.
Craig & Sue called earlier today. They were going for a drive in one of the old cars and decided to come see us. That was really fun - we miss our times with them! Shortly after they left, the electricity went off in our neighborhood. 1300 residences without power. They got it up and running in about 45 minutes.
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Craig & Sue called earlier today. They were going for a drive in one of the old cars and decided to come see us. That was really fun - we miss our times with them! Shortly after they left, the electricity went off in our neighborhood. 1300 residences without power. They got it up and running in about 45 minutes.
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Friday, July 7, 2017
Beautiful day
It was gorgeous here today...and still is gorgeous! There's a beautiful full moon out tonight and I've just been sitting here enjoying it.
I had a doctor's appointment today. She gave me another 2 weeks worth of meds and said it would basically be at least a month for my muscles to heal. :(
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I had a doctor's appointment today. She gave me another 2 weeks worth of meds and said it would basically be at least a month for my muscles to heal. :(
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Thursday, July 6, 2017
Thursday
It was a little better for me today. I am still not able to get into bed or work the lever on my recliner, but I was able to shower (with a little help from Dave), get dressed, and walk the hallways 2 times. Dave has all control!
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Wednesday, July 5, 2017
Wednesday
Today was another bad day! I hurt pretty bad. I've got a doctor's appointment Friday so maybe she can see the swelling in my upper right hip. That's about 3" below my bruise in this picture or up from the x..
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I've borrowed a walker with wheels and that's how I'm getting around, I'm unable to get into bed, though, so it's another night in the recliner!
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I've borrowed a walker with wheels and that's how I'm getting around, I'm unable to get into bed, though, so it's another night in the recliner!
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Tuesday, July 4, 2017
Happy 4th
Unfortunately we didn't do anything. I felt so much worse today. I'm hoping that tomorrow is better. Dave says he's taking me to our doctor. I've got a spot about 6" down from where I hit that's like someone is ripping my muscle, putting a hot iron to it, or poking it with an ice pick. That's the worst pain - I'm thinking I tore a muscle. If so it's no wonder the meds aren't seeming to work.
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Monday, July 3, 2017
Monday
Today I was able to get around a little better, but I'm still having tons of muscle spasms and they hurt badly, I don't think the meds have done much. I'd like to see a good improvement tomorrow.
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Sunday, July 2, 2017
Klutz!
Yes, I am. I missed the last step today and fell at church. I hit the front edge of the pew with my right-side back. My back went into awful spasms immediately and I couldn't move. I went by ambulance to Covenant where I waited for almost an hour to see a doctor. A morphine shot and x-rays followed and then more waiting to have them read. Bottom line is I didn't break anything but I have an awfully large contusion in the shape of the pew front on my back and I'm on pain pills and muscle relaxers...neither of which is working tonight so far. I've got a walker that I use, but Dave stays right with me.
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Saturday, July 1, 2017
Saturday
I did something today that I've not done for years. I slept the clock around!! I haven't been sleeping very well, so last night Dave convinced me to take a couple of Advil PMs. They didn't seem to be working...so I read until 11:45. The next thing I know Dave is waking me up at 9:50. I told him I was going to sleep a bit longer...so he woke me at 11:45. Again I told him I wanted to sleep a bit longer, but I was too far awake at that point. So I got up with a good 12 hours of sleep! I wasn't tired all day like I have been. I wonder if I'll sleep tonight.
Dave left for Bryan's as soon as I got up. They took two little foster boys last night, so he really needed help today. I sat out on the balcony, then came in to watch the Cubs lose...again. Grrr....
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Dave left for Bryan's as soon as I got up. They took two little foster boys last night, so he really needed help today. I sat out on the balcony, then came in to watch the Cubs lose...again. Grrr....
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Friday, June 30, 2017
Beautiful
It was a pretty day here. Dave went to Bryan's and worked on cleaning up downed limbs from the storms last night...when you live in a forest it's a never-ending job. I worked on Christmas cards. I was able to listen to Pandora on my computer, so that was nice. I had music I liked all day!
Now I'm watching the Cubs get beat...again. Darn them any way. Dave said watching last year was more fun!
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Now I'm watching the Cubs get beat...again. Darn them any way. Dave said watching last year was more fun!
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Thursday, June 29, 2017
More Gray
It was cloudy here today...and still is. I hope the sun comes out tomorrow. There were some pretty bad storms north of us.
We had a good day. Dave worked on projects for the condo assn. and I worked on Christmas cards. I got another element of them done today. I have a sore tricep from doing so much stamping!!
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We had a good day. Dave worked on projects for the condo assn. and I worked on Christmas cards. I got another element of them done today. I have a sore tricep from doing so much stamping!!
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