Happy Sunday Everyone!!!!!
Annette
Annette 
Hi Carla et al-
I was up at 5:45 to walk the dog for 2 miles. I didn't rwealiaze how chilly it can get in the Phoenix area! Brrr this morning. My little miniature schnauzer could walk on forever as she scans every bush and bunch of gree to check for rabbits. Her frustation is quite obvious when I pull on her leash and won't let her chase te bunnies. Some of them are bigger than she is, but she has the heart of a lion and believes she's big enough to conquer any critter in her path.
Not much going on today. Walked the dog for 2 miles early this morning in the dark. I'm hoping to go swim few laps this afternoon. Church will be soon so I'd best go get ready. Hope you all have a fab day.
Cheers,
Rusty
I was up at 5:45 to walk the dog for 2 miles. I didn't rwealiaze how chilly it can get in the Phoenix area! Brrr this morning. My little miniature schnauzer could walk on forever as she scans every bush and bunch of gree to check for rabbits. Her frustation is quite obvious when I pull on her leash and won't let her chase te bunnies. Some of them are bigger than she is, but she has the heart of a lion and believes she's big enough to conquer any critter in her path.
Not much going on today. Walked the dog for 2 miles early this morning in the dark. I'm hoping to go swim few laps this afternoon. Church will be soon so I'd best go get ready. Hope you all have a fab day.
Cheers,
Rusty
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on 11/29/09 12:46 am - West Central FL☼RIDA , FL
on 11/29/09 12:46 am - West Central FL☼RIDA , FL
Hi!
I have a miniature Schnauzer too........he's my buddy. I know what you mean about always scanning for something moving in the lawn or bushes. Sometimes I wonder if he is walking me or I am walking him.....LOL
Enjoy your day!
I have a miniature Schnauzer too........he's my buddy. I know what you mean about always scanning for something moving in the lawn or bushes. Sometimes I wonder if he is walking me or I am walking him.....LOL
Enjoy your day!
Hi Carla and everyone,
I made it through Thanksgiving. I ordered a turkey plate from a family owned cafeteria nearby and at half for lunch, half for dinner and threw away the rest. I ordered a piece of pecan pie but it just did not taste good so threw it away. I live in an apartment complex with several others who are single and learned after the fact that at least four of us were alone for the day. I imagine there were more in the same situation in our little complex. My brother in Tennessee is still out of work, about a year now, and my coming to visit for the holidays would be too stressful for his family particulary as his two sons still live with him so being with family is not an option for me.
I have been in contact with a personal trainer who was recommended by the psychologist who runs my 12 step food addiction group. We are going to meet sometime in the next few days to discuss my needs and what services he provides, cost, etc. He is an interesting guy who was once a cop, then a comedian. and now works with folks who have had bariatric surgery. He says he is more of a coach than a trainer and provides only one in person session to learn his system. Will learn more soon.
Jeannie, I hope your tube feedings work their majic to allow you body to gain enough for you to have the necessary surgery. Glad to hear you are getting healthier.
I'm going to see Blind Side today. One of our theatres have morning movies for $5 so that is where I am going. Looking forward to a feel good movie.
Karen
I made it through Thanksgiving. I ordered a turkey plate from a family owned cafeteria nearby and at half for lunch, half for dinner and threw away the rest. I ordered a piece of pecan pie but it just did not taste good so threw it away. I live in an apartment complex with several others who are single and learned after the fact that at least four of us were alone for the day. I imagine there were more in the same situation in our little complex. My brother in Tennessee is still out of work, about a year now, and my coming to visit for the holidays would be too stressful for his family particulary as his two sons still live with him so being with family is not an option for me.
I have been in contact with a personal trainer who was recommended by the psychologist who runs my 12 step food addiction group. We are going to meet sometime in the next few days to discuss my needs and what services he provides, cost, etc. He is an interesting guy who was once a cop, then a comedian. and now works with folks who have had bariatric surgery. He says he is more of a coach than a trainer and provides only one in person session to learn his system. Will learn more soon.
Jeannie, I hope your tube feedings work their majic to allow you body to gain enough for you to have the necessary surgery. Glad to hear you are getting healthier.
I'm going to see Blind Side today. One of our theatres have morning movies for $5 so that is where I am going. Looking forward to a feel good movie.
Karen
Good Morning, All
I've almost finished with the Thanksgiving stuff. Three dinners this year. I'll be all turkeyed out, that's for sure.
I worked Thanksgiving evening, and the security supervisory staff put on a nice dinner for the few civilians working, and the rest of the security staff. It was pretty basic, and the desserts were store-bought, but the thought was very nice, and everything was pretty good. The store bought pies helped keep me from desserts and I pretty much stuck to the plan.
Yesterday I went to my niece's with her and her daughter. A nice "girs' day", as we played Scrabble and cards as well as having dinner. I got leftovers! Turkey and gravy and a few mashed potatoes. And stuffing. I love stuffing......
Today I go to my "ex"-niece's house for a big shindig with all the surviving aunts and uncles, cousins and their kids, and THEIR kids, which will probably be about 30+ people in all, including some very small ones. Its should be nice. I haven't seen many of them very often since I got divorced in 1987. I was a part of their family for over 20 years, and they still feel like family to me, though I don't see them too often. The niece who's having it has bought the house where I lived for 21 years while I was raising my kids. It's been all uodated and remodeled and I guess looks very nice. It'll be bittersweet for me, as I loved the house, and raised my boys there, and left "only" because of the divorce and the taxes and the proximity to my ex-husband. I'm happy to be included in the festivities, and plan to enjoy the changes she's made, which I understand are beautiful.
Karen, your comment about the singles in your building being alone for the holiday reminded me of one of my favorite holiday dinners. I was newly divorced, two adolescent boys, and hated the idea of a holiday without a big dinner. I invited about 14 friends and acquaintances, all who would have been alone for the holiday, and they all said yes! I made lasagne because I could do it ahead of time, everyone brought stuff to go with it, and we served 17 that day! Ages ranged from 12 to 70. Afterwards we visited and played cards, and my kids played with us, and the last person left about 10 PM. It was a wonderful day. And no one had to eat alone.
Maybe you could try to plan something for Christmastime, even if not on the actual day. Put up a notice or something, see if there's any interest, and expand your circle a bit. I know you work at home, and it's probably hard to meet people. I don't recommend dinner for 14 strangers all at once, but it might be nice to try. Just a thought. I hate spending the holidays alone. That's why I usually volunteer to work.
Once I retire, I'll probably plan trips for some of the holidays. It'll be a change....
Sorry about the length of this. I don't post often, but I do go on.....
Candy
I've almost finished with the Thanksgiving stuff. Three dinners this year. I'll be all turkeyed out, that's for sure.
I worked Thanksgiving evening, and the security supervisory staff put on a nice dinner for the few civilians working, and the rest of the security staff. It was pretty basic, and the desserts were store-bought, but the thought was very nice, and everything was pretty good. The store bought pies helped keep me from desserts and I pretty much stuck to the plan.
Yesterday I went to my niece's with her and her daughter. A nice "girs' day", as we played Scrabble and cards as well as having dinner. I got leftovers! Turkey and gravy and a few mashed potatoes. And stuffing. I love stuffing......
Today I go to my "ex"-niece's house for a big shindig with all the surviving aunts and uncles, cousins and their kids, and THEIR kids, which will probably be about 30+ people in all, including some very small ones. Its should be nice. I haven't seen many of them very often since I got divorced in 1987. I was a part of their family for over 20 years, and they still feel like family to me, though I don't see them too often. The niece who's having it has bought the house where I lived for 21 years while I was raising my kids. It's been all uodated and remodeled and I guess looks very nice. It'll be bittersweet for me, as I loved the house, and raised my boys there, and left "only" because of the divorce and the taxes and the proximity to my ex-husband. I'm happy to be included in the festivities, and plan to enjoy the changes she's made, which I understand are beautiful.
Karen, your comment about the singles in your building being alone for the holiday reminded me of one of my favorite holiday dinners. I was newly divorced, two adolescent boys, and hated the idea of a holiday without a big dinner. I invited about 14 friends and acquaintances, all who would have been alone for the holiday, and they all said yes! I made lasagne because I could do it ahead of time, everyone brought stuff to go with it, and we served 17 that day! Ages ranged from 12 to 70. Afterwards we visited and played cards, and my kids played with us, and the last person left about 10 PM. It was a wonderful day. And no one had to eat alone.
Maybe you could try to plan something for Christmastime, even if not on the actual day. Put up a notice or something, see if there's any interest, and expand your circle a bit. I know you work at home, and it's probably hard to meet people. I don't recommend dinner for 14 strangers all at once, but it might be nice to try. Just a thought. I hate spending the holidays alone. That's why I usually volunteer to work.
Once I retire, I'll probably plan trips for some of the holidays. It'll be a change....
Sorry about the length of this. I don't post often, but I do go on.....
Candy
Top of the morning to you, Carla and my OFF family.
It is cloudy here and it sure feels cold to me. Not sure if it is outside or not but I picture it as very cold. I know the furnace is running and I am still cold so....
Bill is gone hunting. He and his cousin and nephews planned going this morning and he left at 5 this morning. His cousin and he was planning on stopping for breakfast somewhere along the way. I have no idea when they will be home. He has really gotten into small game hunting this year for some reason. It has been several years since he was into the hunting thing. It gives him something to do I guess. I expect him to be home early in the afternoon but I am not positive on that. I guess he will be home when he walks through the door. That makes me safe I guess.
I was going to church this morning but I woke up the second time (the first time was with Bill) and I am feeling pretty awful again. I had a feeling the bronchitis was kicking in again and sure enough it is here with a vengeance. I am coughing my throat is hurting and my chest is hurting all over again. I am going to have to make an appointment with the doctor again...or it will go into pneumonia as sure as anything. One year I had pneumonia 6 times in 9 months...that was a year from hell for sure. I hope all of this isn't a sign of what this winter is going to be. I can't stand a winter of bronchitis for sure.
I guess I will go for now. I hear the shower calling me. And I really want to answer it too. I am sending love and hugs but no germs, and prayers and good thoughts for everyone. Have a fantastic day and spread some sunshine to the places that you go today.
It is cloudy here and it sure feels cold to me. Not sure if it is outside or not but I picture it as very cold. I know the furnace is running and I am still cold so....
Bill is gone hunting. He and his cousin and nephews planned going this morning and he left at 5 this morning. His cousin and he was planning on stopping for breakfast somewhere along the way. I have no idea when they will be home. He has really gotten into small game hunting this year for some reason. It has been several years since he was into the hunting thing. It gives him something to do I guess. I expect him to be home early in the afternoon but I am not positive on that. I guess he will be home when he walks through the door. That makes me safe I guess.
I was going to church this morning but I woke up the second time (the first time was with Bill) and I am feeling pretty awful again. I had a feeling the bronchitis was kicking in again and sure enough it is here with a vengeance. I am coughing my throat is hurting and my chest is hurting all over again. I am going to have to make an appointment with the doctor again...or it will go into pneumonia as sure as anything. One year I had pneumonia 6 times in 9 months...that was a year from hell for sure. I hope all of this isn't a sign of what this winter is going to be. I can't stand a winter of bronchitis for sure.
I guess I will go for now. I hear the shower calling me. And I really want to answer it too. I am sending love and hugs but no germs, and prayers and good thoughts for everyone. Have a fantastic day and spread some sunshine to the places that you go today.
It's not what you gather, but what you scatter
that tells what kind of life you have lived.
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