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Liz your house is no doubt rocking and rolling. terrible tragedy in your community. That poor mother, who probably tried to do everything she could for her son, and still the outcome is this. And the deputy's family, what a loss. All gave something, some gave all. May she rest in peace after giving her all to the service of others.

This morning we attended a graveside service for a wonderful man, on the 5th anniversary of his death, as is the Jewish custom. The cantor had readings encouraging us to value the time we have. Our friend was the father of DH's best friend, and a mentor to us in the 30 years we knew him. He was a highly intelligent, wise and kind man who took us in calling us his chosen family. How incredible to be chosen by someone for whom we had such regard.

Later this evening we are going to a fun jazz club in dowtown Minneapolis. Always a good time. We've heard the main act perform in other concerts in Minneapolis, but we've never been to a show where she is the headliner.

My war with the gnats in my houseplants continues. I bought little sticky traps that you stick in each plant, so now I know which ones are infested. Yesterday I bought Neem Oil, which I am applying daily to every plant whether infested or not at this point. There are no swarms of gnats, but the sticky traps have more on them than I expected. But it seems whenever I sit, there is one, and only one gnat that flies around me. So annoying. But at least it seems controllable. In all my years of houseplants, I've never had this issue.

DD should be home on Wednesday, if all goes well in airline world. DS is on his way to Palm Springs today. The holidays are upon us!

Very sad about Auntie Kathryn's mom. Sounds like where my Mom was in her last couple of weeks. Sad for those they leave behind but they are ready at that point.

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The gangs all here! DSD and husband arrived about 1/2 hour early at the airport here and other DSD and grandchildren arrived in Orlando about 1/2 hour late. Everyone was here by 10:30. Late night getting settled in so it was 11:30 before we went to bed.

Terrible tragedy in our little town right next to our beach club on Friday. A young man with mental health problems was being served an eviction notice at the request of his mother who was afraid of him. He shot 2 deputies and a locksmith, killing one of the deputies, a 47 year old mother of 2. The killer died later of his wounds. The mother was there when it happened and had no idea that her son had a gun. Just a terrible thing - only the 2nd time in the last 100 years that a law enforcement officer in our county was killed in the line of duty.

Today we will be at the beach club most of the day so the kids can lounge around the pool and watch the football game at the bar. We also have reservations for dinner at the restaurant there after we all get cleaned up. But first the bus leaves at 7:30 (with only the 2 usual occupants). A Justice walk will follow.

Have a safe Sunday!

Water is the absolute devil in any house. Sooner or later it gets somewhere where it doesn't belong.

It is hard to adjust holiday traditions especially when it means not seeing your son. But given the choice between Thanksgiving and Christmas, maybe the latter is the best?

Greetings all

More big sun. It is great. I am lazing about before I go out and about which will be only for a gym visit. I have everything else I need right here. What a concept! Not needing anything. I already assembled the red lentil soup. Found a recipe for the slow cooker that is basically dump and go. It might not be as good as the NYT recipe but I sure like the instructions.

So yeah it is football day. DH ok'd the inviting of studio buddy. She does watch the game which somewhat dampens the other motor mouthing. I think some people do their thinking by saying everything out loud. Crazy Pat got that way. I think studio buddy talks out loud to herself when alone. Just how she processes. I am hoping the game is decent.

Liz we are all impressed by how you handle the blended families. You seem to have a gift for getting along with all. Not everyone would welcome an ex for the sake of kids. You are the family gem. GL with festivities and the husband of DSD. Thinking about exes reminds me of my niece's wedding where two people had to be assigned to keep her divorced grandparents away from each other to avoid fights.

Pods Paula! Well have fun. Agreed that putting together furniture is a test of a relationship. I just had to have DH help me work the can opener. Hardly a pod. Glad you found a party. Is there a clubhouse where you live? Nice way to meet people.

DD thinking of you missing your DS for thanksgiving. Guess that is the way of the world - kids grow up and find new families. But you will have Christmas. And what is with all these plumbing issues? Hope they can be resolved soon. How is your mom doing? Dare I ask?

CC good solution - a shorter trip over holidays to see your Dad. Yep it will be busy but it will work. If I could I would tell someone on your airplane it was your birthday so you get a song over the loudspeaker! I bet Kirby has a ball at the kennel. So glad your dad is home.

Well time to get moving. The treadmill won't walk itself.

Diane S