3 THINGS FOR TGIF!!!

And truly, thank God that it is!!! It's been a long, busy week for me!!!  I am TIRRRRRRED!!!  I've had a couple of things happen that will change my weekend plans - first, and sadly, an elderly (mid-80s) aunt of my Dad's passed away yesterday after suffering a stroke about a month ago.  She had NO quality of life since that occurred, so this is truly a blessing for her and her family.  So there'll be viewings this weekend, and a family dinner tonight.  Sorry, girls, no bingo tonight for me, and although I'll still be able to do lunch tomorrow and the Super Bowl party on Sunday, I won't be able to make it to Dianne's Tastefully Simple party tomorrow!!!  WAAAH!!!  But don't worry, Dianne, Mom wants me to order some dip mixes, so I'll hook up with you and get the order to you!!!  And I just got some tapes dropped off this a.m. which need to be done by Monday, so I need to squeeze them in somehow!!! ICK!!

Today, I'm grateful for:

1.  That I still have my parents!!  As precarious as their health is at times, losing them is truly my biggest fear.

2.  My high school BFF - I don't get to see her enough because our lives are crazy, but I had coffee with her and talked for about two hours last night.  This chick will ALWAYS be my BFF because, as the saying goes - she knows TOO much about me!!!  OMG!!  The stories she could tell about me!!!  LOL!!!!

3.  That even though gas prices are on the rise a little, it still takes about $20 to fill my tank - as opposed to the $40-50 it took several months ago!!  Thank God for small favors!!!

Have a great weekend everyone!!!  Stay safe!!

Tia

Sorry, Tia about the loss of your Great-Aunt. Even though it is sometimes for the best, these things are still hard. I wish you and your family peace and comfort as you remember her.

I too am glad that it is Friday.

Today, I am glad...

1 - For a great workout last night. Since I missed the pool classes on Tuesday, I really needed and wanted the classes last night. It was simply great (even if it felt a little cold when I was above the water).

2 - For a relaxing get-together at Bingo tonight. I really need some destress time and am looking forward to spending the time with friends. Tia, I am sorry you will be unable to make it.

3 - Tea - I am on this new kick with hot tea. Since I am decaffeinated, it is sometimes hard to find enjoyable tastes. I have been experimenting with the spicier dark teas. I really like these. And there are no calories versus the diet Hot Chic I have been drinking. I suspect I will slow down on this when the weather gets colder. But for now, I am enjoying this new taste discovery. At the moment, i am drinking Celestial Seasonings Bengal Spice - Yummm!

have a super day and a wonderful weekend!

Debbie

Thanks, Deb!!!  It's hard to watch the matriarchs/patriarchs of the family pass away - reminds us of our own mortality, too.

I'll miss you tonight at Bingo - win big for me!!!!!

I'm a flavored hot tea nut!!!!  You MUST check out Baltimore Coffee & Tea Company in Timonium - their selection of teas boggles the mind!!  And they're cheap!!!  They also have a limited selection of s/f syrups, btw.

Have a great weekend!!!

Tia

 

 

Good Morning everyone

Tia :  Sorry to hear about your Dad's Aunt .  I'm having to rethink some of my weekend plans as well.  Aunt Flo has paid her monthly visit ;  I'll still play bingo and have lunch but I may not
be up to the super bowl  party   .  We will miss you tonight but I totally understand.

1.  My heated carseat :  Great for the back when Aunt Flo visits LOL

2.  That Aunt Flo waited until after pool classes last night to put in her appearence.
 
3.  Stealing one of yours Tia;  That I have my parents :  even if they do drive me nuts sometimes.
      Last night I got home from the gym to find them already in bed.  Mom called me in to
      tell me how proud she was of me for going to the gym like I do.  It just meant so much
      to me .  She knew I didn't feel like going last night but I pushed myself to do it - and she
      wanted me to know that she "admired" my going. To have someone who  you love
      tell you they are proud of you means everything.

4.  For my OH friends who daily support me and encourage me when I do something
     good and don't beat me up to bad when I screw up.  Love you guys

 

Thanks, Darla.

So, gonna beat you up a little - cause I care.  WHAT is going on with the Coumadin, etc.?  You need to be able to get off that so that you can take care of the other issues!!!!!!

Your parents are just the sweetest!!!! 

T

Its Ok :  Beat away   sometimes I need it :  waiting on results from lastweeks  bloodwork.
Believe me  I'm ready to Talk to Dr Cy about going off of it long enough to get the ablation
( 5 days) but she will want my PCP to OK that.

What irritates me the most is we don't really know if I had a blood clot to begin with.

But anyway that is where it stands

So what did the hematologist say?  He, probably better than anyone, could tell if there was a clot and tell you definitively how long you should be on it.

T

so sorry about your relative. my grandma is in a similar situation. no quality of life. i will be happy and very sad the day she passes. 'sigh'

what about a super bowl party? do tell!

1. i've been eating very well lately. every once in awhile a serving of sugar but only a small amount each time. that is definitely progress for me. I didn't even eat the free pizza at work yesterday. well i ate the cheese!

2. TGIF

3. the fact i still have a job. it is getting scary out there!

((( Nic )))

Are you still gonna be able to join us for lunch tomorrow after kitty-caring?  Remember, Chili's at the Avenue. 

I'm glad your eating is going well!!!

Hugs,

T

Hi- Jack    Hey Nic you coming to bingo tonight?