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G'Morning ....  I have a few moments before heading outside to finish the yard work I started yesterday.  

I haven't heard from Joy since I returned from Sacramento, but I think Bryan was to meet with his Army recruiter yesterday.  We have been holding our collective breath until he finally makes it ...

I believe a few of you were "surprised" that he is re-joining the Army.  Actually, he has had some pretty tough times in the years he has been out.  He has had a poor employment record, homeless for months, no transportation and a lot else.  He has talked frequently with the Sgt at the recruiting office and we have even encouraged him in this.  At least we know he will have a job and a place to live for six years and won't be fired (unless he messes up again).  His test scores are extremely high and his previous experiences add to his qualification for well over 50 jobs in the Army.  

He has specified that he does NOT want to be in the Infantry or sent to Iraq or handle a weapon!  They are keeping that in mind as they assign him.  He also had to be approved, all up the chain of command, for re-enlistment.  The latest thing was to write a paper stating why he left the Army before and why it will be different this time.  That was done while I was there last week and all else has been taken care of so he was to report yesterday and, possibly, be assigned by this week.

I'll for sure let y'all know the outcome just as soon as I find out, okay?

Please keep him in your prayers.  This is a very touchy situation for all of us.

Etta Sue, we have Humana for our prescription coverage, at a cost of $15 per month.  It has saved us hundreds of dollars already.  But do call, email or otherwise ask for information, so you can do a comparison of the costs.  Are any of your scrips generic stuff?  If so, Wal-Mart sells those at $4.00 each.  We are 60 miles from the nearest Wal-Mart, so it doesn't really help us.  I have friends who use AARP, but I wouldn't, as I disagree so strongly with their politics!  (Just me, no offense intended.)

Today, Darrel and I have been on two repair calls, and have to return to one after lunch.  Why do they all come while he is recuperating from the surgery??    He has to tell me step by step what to do, but I can do it, so am thankful for that.

I must get busy and get my stuff ready for my painting class next week!!  Well, at least Darrel was able to put on his own socks this morning, one less thing for me to do. 

Etta Sue sent me the link to the four fingered pianist, and it was SO inspirational!!  My goodness!!  I have sent it to my teacher's niece, as my teacher doesn't have a computer.  I hope she will get to see it; it's almost unbelievable!!  Who would ever imagine that girl could play like that, with hands like hers??  WOW.

I'm hungry, guess I will find something to eat before we go back to work.  Then his therapy is at 2:30 today.

Jane keeping him in my prayers. 

I love rhubarb pie as did my Father in Law.
Here is a recipe, It will need to be moved.


I am not into naming those I pray for, I always miss someone.  BUT know I pray for each and every care and concern on this web site.

I just had the guy till my garden, and now to plant it tomorrow.  I have the rest of the grass to mow, what I have done is already looking better.  Etta sue I do like you fire and rehire everyone in government while mowing, and then I also do a lot of serious praying.  I have seen God move in these mowing sessions.

Now Folks.  I am asking a big favour.  GO into the pictures section and look at all the beautiful photos that have been posted.  Let the artist know how you like them.  There  is such a wide variety of topics, I am continually amazed at what is posted.  OK I am off my soap box.

I need to go.  The garden cost 75 dollars this time.  Guess we are having a bigger garden this year.

Have a good day folks.

Judy that recipe sounds good did you post it in the recipe section too?

Not much new here today. I've been here reading and praying, I guess that's about all that counts.

Janet - I very, very much agree with you regarding the political stance we usually see from AARP.  But, at the same time, they do a number of good things, such as  insurance, etc., so I'm hoping that's a very separate department from the people who express the political opinions.  I could be wrong, but I hope not.  You know me - even in church I sit on the right side of the aisle!

The sky is blue and the birds are singing.  What a wonderful day.

I got the main lawns mowed yesterday, what a job it was.  I am turning the grass today piling it for a quick burn.  I will need a permit for that I believe.  I intend to get the garden planted today as well.  A neighbour gave us some potato seed, so I will plant that as well.  John will be home tonight I would lilke to have all this done today before he gets here.

Yesterday Kassie and Elizabeth saw an awesome sight.  They were in the back and a blue heron flew over them heading to the beaver dam.  These are hughh birds and they had the experience of seeing the wing span.  The joys of living in the country.

Al I think we as Christians agonize over the state of our world.  We see people living in sin.  I also think we need to pray a whole lot more for our government leaders.  Their job is overwhelming to me.  Our Prime Minister I believe is a Christian, and he has managed to keep a minority government going without calling an election.  We need to be praying for him as well as the other leaders in our countries.'

Well the kids are ready to leave and head into North Bay.  I am making this the fastest trip they have ever seen!  

JudyB ~ I put your Rhubarb Cream Pie recipe in the Recipe sections.  Sounds delicious....fro rhubarb!!

Today is Kaye Don's 72nd birthday so Kaye Don, Barb, Ivalou and I are going out to eat.  Kaye Don mentions Lonestar Steak House.  Sounds delish! 

Kind of overcast today.  30% chance of rain but I still hung my sheets out to dry!  I did my Bible reading on the deck today and a big sprayer sprayed fertilizer across the road from me.  Fifteen minutes and he was done! 

   Hey y'all,  a man that my husband has lunch with regularly, (kind of like Larry and his coffee buddies) committed suicide this morning.  Terry said they had a discussion last week about evolution and it was known that the man didn't believe in organized religion.  Anyway, Terry feels bad about the last conversation with the man last week.  You know, I should have said this, or I should have said that.  I'm sure there were other reasons why he took his own life, but it looks like he didn't have a relationship with Jesus.  Please say a prayer for his family for comfort and for Terry and all of the other men who had lunch with him. Most of them are christians, and are probably questioning themselves also, about not sharing more of Jesus' love with him.

Thanks,
Samantha

We are still hanging in there!

I am praying even as I type this Samantha. I pray that God will comfort those men  and give them peace of mind. There was nothing they could done to prevent his suicide. I pray that God will hold his family in his loving arms as they seek the answers to the many questions they have about WHY.

Ruth has already called me 4 times for no apparent reason. I have let the answering machine pick up the calls.  She does this on the weekends too. I have thought of unplugging my phone and answering machine on the weekend. That is not a good idea though as I get other calls that are important.

I am down 2 lbs as of yesterday. I started on the  low carb high protein diet last Friday.
The protein does NOT include beef, pork, eggs or most cheeses, No cereals,  breads, or sweets NO potatoes or rice. Since I have a cholesterol problem at this time, I am using a lot of  vegetarian products, eating fresh organic veggies, whole grain bread occasionally, soy products and skim milk cheese, skim milk (I do not normally drink milk). There have been studies done that say NO ONE over 2 years old requires milk.

TTYL Gotta fold a load of clothes before I go to work.

Hi everyone. 

We have a smoky and overcast skies here today and you can faintly smell the fire. 

Our son finally got here about 10 pm last evening and I think he will spend today as well.  He left at 7 am to go to his property to start cleaning up the yard and meeting with the realtor.  They have decided they need to lower the price and get rid of the property.  He has a big job over there and while the smoke is keeping the temperatures down I am a bit concerned about him working out in it.  He can get in his house and get away from it for awhile if he needs to do so.

I had to go back to Kaiser this morning and it pretty well shot the morning.  I have several things I need to get done today and it is already lunch time.

Etta Sue, I would encourage you to go to this website and you can see what plans are available in your area, the coverages and costs for drugs.  Before Part D started several people from our computer Learning Center were asked to help seniors with this and we had some training.  Hopefully this will help you. http://www.medicare.gov/medicarereform/drugbenefit.asp

Marilyn, I am glad that is your diet and not mine. 

Samantha, sorry to read of the suicide but certainly hope his friends and your husband don't take on to themselves any responsibility for it.  Also, it does no good to look backwards and ask the "what if" questions.  That is the past and we need to stay in today.

Etta Sue, enjoy the steakhouse.  I think we will go out to eat this evening with our son as Pat told me a little while ago she didn't want to cook.

JudyB, hope your "fast trip" went well and that you didn't get a ticket. 

Janet and Al, I agree about the political slant of AARP.  I finally got so disgusted that I did not renew my membership and have had it for many years.

Jane, hope Bryan is able to go back into the service.

Hi Ruth.

Time for lunch, a quick rest and then getting busy on some things I need to do today.

Larry the "fast" trip would up being a long trip.  We have had problems within an area of life and I found out today that the problem is solved!  WOW God is Good!   Then when I got home I found the paperwork has been returned for our income tax.  We got good news there too!  Boy is God ever Good!

I have to get and plant the garden.  The forcast says rain and providing it doesn't stop at the ridge around the area we live in .....We will have a soaker. 

Samantha, Pull our the verses in Phillipians 3:13 - 14.  Let your husband read them.  I am praying for the whole group of men and his family.

I Hope you have a great time with your son Larry and everyone else God Bless

We are having glorious sunny weather and I am finally wearing summer clothes.  Problem is, next week is scheduled to return to chilly and rain!  I am going to think positive thoughts and make it blow over.....

All you folks are so busy it takes forever to read about all the adventures.  I went to the library on Monday, to Victoria on Tuesday, spent Wed. ironing, and today had a Bio-Mat treatment.  What excitement.  Lots of tourists in Victoria and was a great day down by the water.

I am so sorry for the family of the man who committed suicide.  We had a wonderful neighbor who went that route and left behind so much sadness.  Also had a relative who chose that path....they have my prayers and sympathy.

Yes, Judy B, I think our Prime Minister is a Christian and is in need of prayer.  Doing his best....if only he didn't always remind me of Deputy Dawg!   

Not much to report so here is a small smile:

Walk On Water


Ole had heard stories of an amazing family tradition.

It seems that his father, grandfather and great-grandfather had all been able to walk on water on their 21st birthday. On that day, they'd walk across the lake to the boat club for their first legal drink.

So when Ole's 21st birthday came around, he and his pal Sven took a boat out to the middle of the lake. Ole stepped out of the boat and nearly drowned! Sven just managed to pull him to safety. Furious and confused, Ole went to see his grandmother.

"Grandma," he asked, "it's my 21st birthday, so why can't I walk across the lake like my father, his father, and his father before him?"

Granny looked into Ole's eyes and said, "Because your father, grandfather and great grandfather were born in January -- you were born in July."


Well, I thought is was funny....and I'm a Baptist

Pleasant Day/Evening and God Bless.

Liz

Hi, friends, I ran out of "hand time" yesterday, so came in from work "all tuckered out" and rested the remainder of the evening.

Y'all have a very good rest of the day.

Ruth Ann

Hey, everybody.  Busy as usual, I see.  I am really "tuckered out" as I mowed for six hours today.  Our place is rough, and lots of obstacles, so mowing is a tiring job.  I think in another 6 to 8 hours I can have it all done.  Whew!   It has been really nice, not too hot, so I appreciate that.  I probably got a little sunburn, though.  I wanted to get it done before I leave on Sunday afternoon, as I do not want Darrel trying to do it until his doctor says it's okay.

Liz, I liked your little story.  You always bring me a smile! 

I am going to see if I can find a small snack for supper and go to sleep!  I'm exhausted. 

Liz:   I liked the little story

Janet:    By the time you get finished with the grass it will be time to start over again.   ha ha ha ha

It is very warm and humid here but we also had quite the thunderstorm not once but twice.  I heard on the radio there was a  tornato warning with it.

I baked 2 rhubarb pineapple pies and then left for work on the early side as I took one to our Aunt that lives about 15 minutes away then I had to come back the same 15 minutes to be on time for work.  She loved the pie.

See ya'll tomorrow.

Hi Everyone...

Sorry I haven't been in here but I did post in a few photo forums.

It's so nice to read all your posts.  Sorry, Samantha about Terry's friend.  This is so sad.

Hope you do well on the diet, Marilyn.

Hi to everyone else.  That pie sure sounds good Judy.  

Talk soon.

Thanks, Larry, for the Medicare Drug Program website.  I am thinking I do need one that doesn't have a deductible...especially one as high as mine. 

I got a bill from the sugery center yesterday that my insurance only covered 90% after the huge deductible!!  Maybe in need a job!  (Nasty three-letter word!) 

I think Kitty will be calling be soon to come over and help her with her laptop.  She changed email ISP the same as me but when she sent me an email it went into my Delete file with the word SPAM in the subject.  I clicked on my SPAM program and clicked on ALLOW for Kitty and I haven't had any problems since.  But she has found out that several people has not received her emails.  So I have some paper work and will see if I can figure it out.  I can always do a RESTORE and put her computer back to early today. 

Tony came last evening and put pitch around the flashing on my chimney in hopes that will stop a leak in my dining room.  He said the old pitch was dried up and he took it off on the high side of the chimney.  Glad to get that done.  I also trimmed my big maple tree in front.  I was hitting low limbs when I mowed.  I then took a load of limbs to the woods. 

Kitty just called.  Need to get over there.  She has to leave at 2pm.

Hi everyone.  Just back a little while ago from coffee at the senior center.  I am going to meet my friend, Rod, at the library and then we probably will go to Wendy's to check out the wireless service, which they both have, on our laptops.  He is having problems with his wireless signal and mine will provide a comparison.

Our son was here for the night and we went to Chili's for dinner.  Unfortunately the salmon he had didn't agree with him and he was sick most of the night.  He doesn't feel it is food poisoning and went back to his property to work more on it today and will go home this afternoon.

I am just going to make a couple of comments today as I have things I want to get to and it seems to take me longer to get things done everyday.

Janet, how big of a yard do you have?  Are you using a riding lawnmower?

JudyB, glad that things are working out well for you all now.

Till tomorrow.

Ruth, yes, it will be time to start over---Boo hoo hoo! 

Larry, our property is five acres, and we mow about three quarters of it.  And yes, we do have a riding mower.  But we need to spend about another week getting rid of problems like piles of broken bricks, boards, rocks, dead tree stumps, etc. which really create a hazard while mowing.  I was still tired this morning.  I wanted to get the walk mower out and do a bunch of trimming, but when Darrel tried to start it, when he pulled the rope, it stayed out.  So that's another problem to get fixed.    I hope your son is feeling lots better today.

Etta Sue, do take the Medicare and one of the prescription drug coverages.  It's well worth it.  We haven't had to pay anything on any of Darrel's hospitalizations since he got Medicare.  And some chiropractors take it as well.

Hey there, Pat.  We miss you when you don't come talk to us, you know.  Glad Judy and John are coming to help you with whatever.  We surely could have used some help these past few weeks, but we are trucking along.  I wish we could afford to sell this place and build a house in town on the lot where Darrel's mobile home is now.  But Darrel is not ready for that yet.  A place this big requires so much upkeep, especially with the big house, the dome, and Beth's trailer, her rental trailer, plus our own place.  It just about gets to be more than two of us can handle.  Thank goodness, we do have some good renters just now.

We have had a repairman here twice today, and he is now on the way back for the third time---working on our electronic piano.  This is the one we have had for several years, and all it would do is roar.  He fixed it, it sounded great, so I was practicing on it, and after about 14 minutes, it started roaring again!  We called him (thank God for cell phones) he came back and soldered every connection on two of the boards, went away again.  Darrel came in to tell me it was done, and when he opened the door---ROARRRRR!!!!  So he is back again.  Poor guy.

I will see you all later, folks.

HEY EVERYONE!!!
i hope all is well with everyone i must keep an eye out on the weather for we are dealing with it again.... we have for a while... last night i was at work in guymon *one of hte many stores i work in* and we got shut down and had to take shelter while the storm dropped tonadoes down in town not too many blocks from us anyways i must be off to keep an eye out!! adios
Sarah

Keep your ears tuned and your head down, Sarah!  This has been a really wild Spring in our area, hasn't it?

Right now, we have two working pianos! 

I have been wanting to mention that this area is simply BEAUTIFUL this spring.  We have had really good moisture, the hills are verdant green and just covered with wildflowers.  It is constant entertainment as I drive anywhere, and I thank God each time for the beauty He showers us with here on earth.  Can you even begin to imagine how lovely heaven is? 

Pat, I wish this could be the year you come to Kansas!

Jane,  I sure hope you can "trust" the army to not send Bryan to Iraq.  I've never heard of anyone being able to request not to be sent there.  Seems like there would be lots of wives making their husbands do that.

I pray it works for Bryan.  I'm really, really surprised that he is getting back in.  He must feel he is more able to do it now.  I can see him needing something that is the same every day.  The service is that.  I'll be praying for him...and mom, and gramma.

We had some sun today, but not near enough.  Foggy morning and fog game in early again.  I had to bring in the chair pads this afternoon, the fog was wet already.

Etta Sue, I would never turn down Medicare.  Between my Medicare and secondary insurance, I pay nothing for doctor visits or labs.  It's great.  I guess I missed the initial post.  Why would you consider not getting it?  Or maybe it was just the D part you were talking about.  I don't need that as I have prescription coverage through the VA.

Janet,   I was sitting outside today thanking God for warm weather on my face (between fog umbrella)and thanking Him for the color green, and then all of my flower colors.  I thought of heaven.  But then, I thought again, and wondered if Adam had to do any weed eating or mowing in the Garden. haha   Did you ever wonder how the grass stayed down, or if it grew up around the flowers.  I never did till today.    Maybe God helped him some.

Blessings everyone,  nita

Quote from: Nita on June 01, 2007, 09:26:27 PM
Jane,  I sure hope you can "trust" the army to not send Bryan to Iraq.  I've never heard of anyone being able to request not to be sent there.  Seems like there would be lots of wives making their husbands do that.

I pray it works for Bryan.  I'm really, really surprised that he is getting back in.  He must feel he is more able to do it now.  I can see him needing something that is the same every day.  The service is that.  I'll be praying for him...and mom, and gramma.

Nita you know more of the story than most do ... Bryan has "extenuating circumstances" and is going in as "Military Intelligence" or some other job that will keep him at a desk or in an office.  They have crossed off the jobs that require carrying a weapon or anything to do with psychiatric counseling, etc.  He has been through all the channels and up and down the chain of command ... It is something he needs as well as very important for him to get away from some of the situations in which he has become embroiled.  It is almost a matter of life and death for him.  God knows ... and He will do what He does best for Bryan.  It isn't a matter of "not wanting to go to Iraq" ... He's been there and came back wounded and permanently damaged.  I won't go further.  

Jane, yes I surely know he came back wounded in his heart and spirit. Bless him, Father.  I know it isn't a matter of "not wanting to go to Iraq", but I have a hard time trusting the military.   But I do trust God, and He loves Bryan and has a plan for his life.  If the stability of military life is what Bryan needs, then His Father knows that more than anyone.

Getting ready for bed, so I'll say goodnight to everyone.  Nita

Unpacking yesterday & some computer glitches.  All is well this morning.

I have AARP prescription supplement.  Don is my adviser and he "knows" the people and the corporations for this was his work for years.  They have been excellent - as for politics, I can't stand their magazine.  Try to take any survey you can. 

Marilyn:  Good  going on your weight loss challenge.  I lost a pound yesterday by watching what I was eating & walking.

Liz:  Loved your Ole joke - grew up & still listen to Ole jokes.

Ruth:  Next time this cousin asks, I will remember what you  wrote - she is insecure.  I think so, as her letters name one thing after another that she has done. 

We are going to early service tomorrow as being asked to be sponsors for a younger couple we met while working in Texas (Hurricane Rita Recovery).  They are so fun.  She was raised Catholic and began questioning after their marriage.  2nd. marriage for both & they are retired teachers - and they are so faithful and caring. 

Janet:  I think you and Darrel must have a meeting over what the next years will be like for you - if you stay and work the beautiful but high maintenance property or opt to move closer or in town.  Make a list of advantages and disadvantages, costs and so on.  Just my opinion - 

Well, I'm supposed to be at the men's prayer breakfast, but instead I'm still home.  It's dark and overcast here, supposed to be a chance for drizzle today.  I guess they're having rain over the part of Florida where the fire is - pray for still more.  God cares for our home here on His earth.  Well, gotta go wake up my wife now, so maybe more later.

Good morning friends, I not only ran out of "hand" time, I was just too tired yesterday to sit at my home computer.

Isn't it good that sometimes when we're really worn out, there's rest for the weary and then a certain knowledge that God knows and understands and cares - as well as my friends and loved ones.

Y'all have a wonderful day today. Thanks for catching me up on all the news.

Ruth Ann

Etta Sue I will second Al on the AARP insurance plans. I have switched my PFFS plan to the AARP plan.  There are no deductibles. The Private Fee For Service plans  were spoken on by our local Senior Resource Center HICAP personnel at the senior Center a couple of weeks ago. And they are not what we as seniors should have. It is too hard to explain here, but they just take over from Medicare and they charge copays etc. So I went online  then called the 800 number, and switched to the plan I originally wanted but my agent talked me into something else. This time I bypassed the agent.

Carol I have been journaling everything I eat. Carbs, Protein, fat and calories included. The Curves diet plan is a good plan and it works. I wish I had started it  6 months ago, I would have already dropped the 15 lbs I am going for. I am trying to get rid of the belly fat. I don't know if I will make it down to a size 14 but if the belly fat goes away I will be happy.


Our little town is have the Azalea Festival today, with a parade and lots of stuff going on at the park and the shopping cent across from the park. I don't know that I will get there, I have other things to do.

TTYL

My friend Pat and I went to the city-wide garage sales this morning.  It is an absolutely PERFECT day, weather-wise, and so nice to be out enjoying it.  I found Beth a different computer desk; one that doesn't have a bottom shelf, as someone has to put her feet up on the shelf for her to get close enough to use the computer.  I hope this one will work for her.  I also bought some toys for the family reunion sale, and two really nice, solid wood dining room chairs for $5.00 each. 

I missed the annual wildflower tour this morning to go to the garage sales, so I asked my 90 year old friend Maxine if she would like me to drive her out to Wagon Bed Springs to see the wildflowers.  They said yesterday that the ground is just carpeted with lots of varieties of wildflowers now.  Maxine is to call me in a little while if she can go.

Etta Sue, I hope you get it figured out why you can't post in here!  I miss you!

Carol, you are right, of course.  But Darrel dislikes making decisions, and tends to just let things go which he can't keep up, so you know how that affects things.  I do think we will list the property in town and try to sell it, so we don't have that upkeep to worry about.

I think I will go rest for a few minutes.

As Janet said I have been trying to post and it keeps saying the message body is empty.  I know I am empty headed but I have been that for years!!