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Judy does that mean he gets to spend more time at home and less time n the road?

There is frost every where this morning, white roofs and white grass.


Well I have to get going to the Fitness Center, I am gaining weight again after losing about 7 lbs I have gained that back now. Grrrrrrr. I don't know how much good it is doing me to exercise if I am going to keep eating too much or not  watching WHAT I eat. 

Congratulations to John on being chosen to be a Road Knight!! A well-deserved honor, my friend!!

I have been sitting here waiting for the plumber to show up. He had said he'd be here at 8:30 this morning. Five hours have passed and he is a no-show.

Patience has never been a strong point for me, and the little I have is wearing thin.

As I type I am listening to Christian music..and praying too.   

Looks like a glorious, sunny day out there. I hope to get out later for a walk.

No this will not affect his home tome...but it may mean that I will be able to go with him to the occasional event.

Bonnie I understand about patience.... up here it is even slower, they may say today and get to it a week or so later.  Much slower pace.  John even after 15 years still has difficulty with the pace. 

I have read all the posts, but won't comment on individual ones.  It is a cold very damp day here today.  Something I have found, most of the cold er experience is a dry cold and is not so biting.  In Toronto it is very damp and feels much colder than it is.  Even Cimi had problems with the cold in Toronto.

I am back from Physio, Thank you Ruth V for the transportation I really appreciate you sis.  Next time we can do lunch.  The therapist is pleased with my progress, but I have to stop pushing so hard to be independent.  Hard when you are mostly alone.

Have a great evening folks and God bless.

Hi everyone.  Again I am a bit late.  We had to make a trip down to help our daughter get the prescriptions she needed filled after the surgery she had to drain the cyst on her leg.  It was apparently related to a yeast infection due to the various antibiotics she has had to take.  She had 4 new prescriptions.  Fortunately, two of them were free at the Publix's supermarket pharmacy but the other two were a bit pricey and one was for only one pill.  I also went to the grocery store before we went down there and got her stocked up so she will eat well for a few days until she is up to doing the shopping for herself.  While we were waiting for two of the prescriptions to be filled Pat and I went to a Paneira Bread Company place for lunch and had a very good tuna salad sandwich, which is one of my favorites on very good, fresh bread.  We then went back tot he pharmacy, got the medicine and went back to her apartment to leave the medicine.  We got back home around 2 pm and both of us were exhausted and still feel that way even after taking a nice nap.  I will have tomorrow to rest up as my schedule is clean until tomorrow evening when we will attend a special senior's Valentine Dinner and performance with our good friends at their church. 

Congratulations to John on the very fine honor.  I read the link that Judy posted and it sounds like a unique honor and also a lot of responsibility.  Judy, glad that your physical therapy is going so well but please give it time as you don't want a setback.

Janice, a number of my men friends have to constantly fight skin cancers due to too much sun.  Even though i was raised on a farm I haven't been afflicted with that problem, other than a skin cancer I had on my lip a couple of years ago but it wasn't related to the sun. 

Janet, I am sure it brings a smile to all of our faces knowing what John's gifts to Beth must mean to her and do for her mental state.  He obviously cares very deeply for her and understands her plight.

Jeanne, we had snow last night and this morning we awoke to a fairy land of snow covered trees and yards.  Fortunately the streets and walks were fine with no snow on them as they had been warm yesterday and now there is very little trace of the snow as it has mostly melted away today.  Hope you get some warmer weather soon.

Etta Sue, sure hope you have no structural damage to your house.  That would be a very frightening experience. Hope your ice will soon be a thing of the past.

Marilyn, it seems so difficult to lose the weight and so easy to gain it back.  I am sure you will get back to your exercise and eating plan.  I need to follow your example.

Bonnie, isn't it a wonder how people can stay in business by being so lackadaisical about appointment times or calling to let us know they will be delayed.  We have been pretty fortunate to have service people here close to the expected time.

Thank you, Larry and Judy, etc.

I just called the plumber and rescheduled for tomorrow, as Pastor Dennis suggested. 

The plumber said he was at my building this morning, but had lost the piece of paper with my buzzer code. He had also mispelled my last name and was looking for Adderly instead of my actual name.

So, he will be here at 9 tomorrow.

A blessing did come out of all this though. I was feeling very, very tired after getting up at 6 am, so I went for a nap. Seems I fell asleep as soon as my head hit the pillow, and I feel soooo good right now.  Praise the Lord!!

I was looking through the earlier posts and noticed the one about a friend whose dog wouldn't leave his side one day. Turns out the gentleman was not feeling well.  My tortoiseshell kitty, Bella, never, ever smells my breath after I've eaten, but will occasionally climb onto my shoulder and sniff my breath. I have learned, from past experience, that I will show symptoms of a virus or cold within a day or two of her doing this. 

I know of a client whose daughter is epileptic. She has a service dog who will alert her to a coming seizure. 

Bonnie

Oh, I forgot something. I finally met our Pat the other evening, and got to spend time with her, Judy and John. Such wonderful people.   

I have been very depressed for some time and really do not know what to do to conquer the problem. The depression is a combination of many many issues of which I do not share as I am so afraid of getting slam dunked when I speak and no help as well.   I guess that explains why I am away.

Congratulations and Belated Happy Birthday's to all.

Have a great evening

Ruth Call me and we can talk.  I understand depression.

Bonnie it was a wonderful evening for us as well.

Larry I am glad you will be able to slow down tomorrow.  Stay warm and don't overdo it!

An early goodmorning to all.

Our children were shocked:

As many of you also know Mel curls and yesterday being the evening it was almost at the end of the game he fell while trowing the rock, yes his elbow is shattered in 5 different places.  After an E-ray etc etc they put him out to set the elbow but he is now in the hospital awaiting surgery sometime in the next 5 to 7 days.  No more curling for him this season.

It was also Feb 10th 14 years ago that our son-in-law, Daughters husband and granddaughter's father passed away.

Now I am off to bed for some rest.

Dear Lord, I lift up Ruth and Mel at this time. May they especially experience your calming presence, your peace, and joy as Mel endures this hospital stay and upcoming surgery.

I pray also Lord that Ruth will continue to reach out to those who love her, and spend time in both solitary and group prayer, as she copes with depression. May she find strength in your Word and remember that you will never leave her side.

In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.

Bonnie

Ohhh Ruth I am so sorry.  Amen to Bonnie's prayer.  I am totally speachless.

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Hello all, I gave up on this site a few years ago because I could not figure out how to do much.
I love seeing the beautiful pics so I am going to try again.
How do I post with out quoting someone?

Vapor, a great big back to you. 

Instead of clicking on the "Quote" button, just click on the "Reply" button and you'll not be quoting anyone.

It's just great to have you back.

Ohhh, Ruth!

I'm so saddened to read of Mel's accident.  How I love to watch curling and I often wonder about their skirting about on that ice in shoes!  I will be praying for him and I will be praying for you as well.  Depression is not a nice thing to go through.

Just keep on coming in here and posting when you can my friend. 

Ruth let Sue and Jen know that they are being prayed for today.  Difficult time for the whole family.

What hospital is Mel in?

This has to be short and sweet since I have to leave in a few minutes. 

The thumping I heard at my house, Kitty's Bob heard at their house.  It's something about the coldness and the rafters.  They get cold and expand, therefore the noise.  All was fine last night.  But night before last was the coldest night I spent in this house so far!

Our class lunch was great yesterday other than we were seated by the outside walls and most of us got cold...even me!

Ivalou is getting a perm today and I am getting a haircut.  We both need money from the ATM machine and we will be starved by the time the perm is done.  Also need a few items...maybe Dollar General.

Well, I had better get my coat on since I am walking to Ivalou's and driving her car today.

Etta Sue is going to be "bootiful" today!

(That's what my grandchildren used to say when I went to the hairdresser.  "Oh, Grandma!  You're bootiful now!"

Hi everyone.  I had a nice time at coffee this morning as one of the men (the one I pick up for coffee most days) brought some miniature cinnamon rolls and my wife had made some delicious miniature muffins after I went to bed last night and left them on the counter with a note that I could take and share with my friends, which I did. Both items were very tasty but Pat's muffins were the best.  I have been working at my desk since I got home and will have a quiet day until it is time to pick up our friends and go to the valentine's day dinner and entertainment tonight at their church.  Janet Paschal will be the entertainment and she has a beautiful voice and sings or has sung with the Bill Gaither group.  I am looking forward to a wonderful evening.

Ruth, so sorry to hear that you are experiencing depression and know that can be a very real problem.  Don't neglect getting medical help.  So sorry that Mel had such a terrible break on the ice and know that is not going to help your situation.  It is important that you take care of yourself. 

Bonnie, I find that things usually work out for the best even though we may not understand or appreciate what is happening at the time.  It sounds like you got the situation worked out and I do hope the maintenance person comes today.

Etta Sue, sounds like you and Ivalou will have a good time and as Pat says be "bootiful" when you get home.  Pat, my mother used to say that as well.

Larry, I'm so sorry I missed saying "Happy Birthday" on your birthday!

Hope it was a good one!

Not nice to read of Pat's tongue.  I pray that it won't be too painful a procedure.

Larry when I read about the problem with Pat's tongue I couldn't help but remember Janet and the problems she is still having even after her surgery.

I have been to the Fitness center and am back home watching the news about Egypt. I sure hope they stay at peace with Israel, we are commanded in God's word to pray for Israel.

Hi Pat we haven't seen you for awhile? How is the shoulder doing?

I am still working on Learning my Photoshop program, I keep switching back and forth between PSP and PS, I am also doing some crocheting, making potholders. I might just  do some knitting, I copied a simple pattern  from S&F for a shawl, I am thinking of doing that too.

Larry I too was reminded of the time Janet has had with her tongue, I pray pat turns out better.  Yes I missed saying Happy Birthday as well.  Happy Birthday  (belated) Larry.

Marilyn knitting is a good productive way to put in time.  I have several projects to do, but am held back for a while with my shoulder.

Etta Sue I am glad you are able to get out and around again.  Having those noises at night can get spooky can't they!  There are times I am sure there is an animal in our attic....thing is there is no way one could get up there as there are no close trees or posts.

John should be home late tomorrow, so that will be nice.

Thanks be to our merciful God for blessing the Egyptian people in giving them a new lease on freedom.  May our God grant that His witnesses may preach the Gospel to them, and may they receive it and believe it in a new and expanded way through our Lord Jesus Christ.

Thank you, Larry, for your comments re the plumber situation. I also want to wish you a belated Happy Birthday.

Re the plumber, he did drop by this morning and gave me an estimate which was far, far less than what I had anticipated, and well within my meager budget. God is good!!!!!



Bonnie

If all y'all would look at the  birthdays below you would see that Larry's birthday hasn't happened yet, it is tomorrow the 12th.

I thought I posted this morning when I came in and read; but it seems I didn't!  Oops!

Ruth, my thoughts and prayers are with you.  Depression is a very hard thing with which to contend.  I have had a bout or two  with it, and will never forget how black things looked.  I just wanted to go to sleep and not have to deal with things.  But God.........  We are so blessed to have a God who understands every trial we face. and He has the answer to every problem.  Try to rest in His loving arms and trust Him until this too passes.  Hugs to you, dear one.  I wish we could sit down and have a nice visit.  So sorry about Mel's elbow.    BIG ouchie!  May he receive supernaturally fast healing.  Give him a hug from me and wish him the best.

Hi there, Pat!  Good to have you pop in!  Hugs to you.

Larry, those muffins and mini cinnis sound so good!  Good I wasn't there to be tempted, as I am still being very careful what I eat.  I will eat the dessert at the banquet tomorrow night, though.    And Happy Birthday, whenever it is!!

What I went by with Larry's b-day was his mention of it with Stacy's....I am having trouble getting the callendar to scroll down so I am our in left field just following the leader.

John will be home tomorrow, He will see all your congratulations on Sunday.  Thank you for that...It is appreciated.

Bonnie did you get your electrical problem fixed as well?

Janet......desserts are my downfall, and we have a luncheon afer church Sunday.  Pastor is back, he had 2 weeks off on holidays.

Night all!

Judy and Janet I saw his birthday on the calendar at S&F.

Ahhh Didn't go there!

Good night to all too!

I have two of my grandchildren with me tonight and tomorrow night..... so should be kept busy 

I'll see you Sunday, Judy!

I will keep all of you before God, in prayer. 

Thanks for your prayers and all being well Mel's surgery will be tomorrow the time is still unknown and it is expected to be at least 3 hrs.  Both Sue & Doug went with me to the hospital today.  

I was also told of 2 other first cousins that have serious situations as well.  One is at present in the Orangeville Hospital and has been for a week almost and the other is driving to a Toronto Hospital for tests.  By the way these are cousins on Mel's side.   Time to shut the door.   Nite