Just sitting here goofing off before I head across town to Walmart. Roads look kind of icy but I'm going anyhow as I have to pick up a prescription and a few items for Christmas dinner. Saw a cute commercial for Campbell's Soup so I went to YouTube to look at more. Yeah, I'm definitely killing time. The first is an oldie and the second is today's ad.
Maybe I'll post later on today. John O'Brien is coming by sometime this morning or afternoon to get another Facebook lesson, but I don't think I have anything else planned.
Well, I do plan to do my exercises. I bought this book called 'Pain Free' which I had before but I don't know what happened to it so I bought another. Anyhow, I started the floor exercises last night. They're very easy (once you get down on the floor and get up again) but I am so out of shape that I found myself with one terrific hip ache afterwards. Oddly, my right hip had been bothering me most of the day but after the floor exercises, the left hip flared up. I'm sure that must mean something. I'm out of whack or whatever. Maybe I'm just whacked. ha ha Yeah, I'm sure several people would say that's so.
Checked my daily game number before going to bed and my dream of 039 was just that...a dream. Will I never learn? Probably not.
Watched the show about Christmas in the White House last night. It was interesting. Tonight I'm watching the program about old stories in the bible. It looks good too.
I think I'll look over the games on Facebook and see if I can't find something fun to play.
My neighborhood growing up
19th Street, Port Townsend
Friday, December 21, 2012
Thursday, December 20, 2012
It's getting closer....
Winter starts tomorrow. On the plus side, I think that's the shortest day of the year so the daylight hours will begin to lengthen, if only a little bit at a time. I don't really mind winter all that much but I definitely like spring more. Have noticed I seem to need more naps in winter. I guess that's normal. Speaking of which -- I just took one in my recliner. Lasted about 50 minutes but I easily could have stretched it out longer.
I stopped at Grandview Grocery this morning as I needed to pick up some more stamps. Decided to buy a daily game ticket while there because last night's dream was still stuck in my mind and I felt I needed to play 039. I had dreamed that Barbara Shaw and I were stealing a really neat pick up truck from the mill parking lot to go shopping. She stopped to buy gas and told me it cost her $39 to fill it up. I told her I would pay half. We were nice car thieves and intended to return the truck when we were done cruisin'. Barbara has a birthday this Saturday; I guess that's why she was on my mind.
Yvonne and I went to the library this morning. I picked up a really nice cross stitch book for a dollar in the gift store. Everything was half off. Then we went to Safeway and Jack in the Box. Tomorrow morning early I have to run across town to Walmart. Am dreading it but I need to pick up a prescription as well as some Xmas dinner ingredients. Maybe if I go early enough, I'll beat the crowds. Sure am thankful I don't have to fly somewhere for the holidays. Or even drive. I'd hate that.
Was feeling a little under the weather the past few days. The big D in the lower tract if you get my drift. I'm never sure when I'm hit with a bout if it's something bad I ate or a bug of some kind. Whatever it was, I'm thankful it made its appearance before Xmas day when I'll have company here.
I don't really have too much to share in the way of pictures so I think I'll add a couple I saw on Facebook. Here's one my former neighbor posted of her husband in a sea rescue drill. He's a coast guard helicopter pilot and was based here in P.A. but is now in Alaska. I love to see how much their kids have grown
I thought this next FB photo was so beautiful, I ordered reprints thru Walgreens and will stick in a couple of Xmas cards.
And here's another that caught my eye..
My new pen pal in Pittsburgh sent me this photo of a view near her house.
And here's a couple I took yesterday monkeying around with my camera. The first is a bowl of marbles and rocks that I have in the bathroom. That hippo dish is one of my favorites. Mary Norton brought it to me from Africa. And notice that little pin of a computer sitting in it? That was Kris Logue.
This next picture shows a small coca cola bench that Linda Pedersen gave me. I bought that girl on a bicycle at Michaels. It's a Xmas decoration but I intend to leave it out year round cause it reminds me of my younger days.
I finished a super good book yesterday. 'The Elephant Whisperer' by Lawrence Anthony. One of the best books I've ever read. I couldn't put it down. Intend to pass it around on loan. Yvonne has it right now.
Well, guess I'll pull the garbage and recycle bins out to the alley. Will probably just head back to my recliner and watch television. Katie Couric's shows have been pretty entertaining lately. Unlike Howie Mandel's latest game show called 'Take it All.' I'm disgusted with the the way that game is conducted. Lying and deceit is encouraged and it all leaves a bad taste in my mouth afterwards. Kind of like Jerry Springer and Maury Povich's STUPID AND LOW CLASS programs. Who gives these guys airtime anyway?
Hunter just called and wants to come over so I'm off to the school.
I stopped at Grandview Grocery this morning as I needed to pick up some more stamps. Decided to buy a daily game ticket while there because last night's dream was still stuck in my mind and I felt I needed to play 039. I had dreamed that Barbara Shaw and I were stealing a really neat pick up truck from the mill parking lot to go shopping. She stopped to buy gas and told me it cost her $39 to fill it up. I told her I would pay half. We were nice car thieves and intended to return the truck when we were done cruisin'. Barbara has a birthday this Saturday; I guess that's why she was on my mind.
Yvonne and I went to the library this morning. I picked up a really nice cross stitch book for a dollar in the gift store. Everything was half off. Then we went to Safeway and Jack in the Box. Tomorrow morning early I have to run across town to Walmart. Am dreading it but I need to pick up a prescription as well as some Xmas dinner ingredients. Maybe if I go early enough, I'll beat the crowds. Sure am thankful I don't have to fly somewhere for the holidays. Or even drive. I'd hate that.
Was feeling a little under the weather the past few days. The big D in the lower tract if you get my drift. I'm never sure when I'm hit with a bout if it's something bad I ate or a bug of some kind. Whatever it was, I'm thankful it made its appearance before Xmas day when I'll have company here.
I don't really have too much to share in the way of pictures so I think I'll add a couple I saw on Facebook. Here's one my former neighbor posted of her husband in a sea rescue drill. He's a coast guard helicopter pilot and was based here in P.A. but is now in Alaska. I love to see how much their kids have grown
I thought this next FB photo was so beautiful, I ordered reprints thru Walgreens and will stick in a couple of Xmas cards.
My new pen pal in Pittsburgh sent me this photo of a view near her house.
Well, guess I'll pull the garbage and recycle bins out to the alley. Will probably just head back to my recliner and watch television. Katie Couric's shows have been pretty entertaining lately. Unlike Howie Mandel's latest game show called 'Take it All.' I'm disgusted with the the way that game is conducted. Lying and deceit is encouraged and it all leaves a bad taste in my mouth afterwards. Kind of like Jerry Springer and Maury Povich's STUPID AND LOW CLASS programs. Who gives these guys airtime anyway?
Hunter just called and wants to come over so I'm off to the school.
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
December Snow
Sitting here looking out on the street that is lightly covered with the white stuff. Not a lot but enough to make me stay home. I fixed a hot breakfast (poached eggs on blueberry toast) and then scooted in here to surf the net a little bit. Facebook had a few pictures/cartoons from various cousins of mine. They made me smile so I decided I'd repost on my blog.
I wanted to post the video of Hallelujah sung by 'The Voice' but they've blocked embedding so if you get a chance, go you Youtube and search for Hallelujah,The Voice. Very pretty.
Been watching the various previews of upcoming movies and there are a few I'd really liked to see.
Billy Crystal and Bette Midler in 'Parental Guidance' looks especially funny. Certain comedians can make me laugh or at least smile by saying anything at all. Sometimes it's just watching their face. Three of those are Billy, Steve Martin, and Jerry Seinfeld.
Most of the movies I'll just wait to see on video but one that interests me is 'Hobbit'. I think that would be a fun movie to see in the theatre.
Watching the newscasts continues to be heart wrenching. It's such a shame that we wait until a tragedy occurs before we get down to the common sense basics of restricting automatic gun sales. I'm always amazed when Port Angeles is having a gun and knife show at the Masonic Hall over on Lincoln Street downtown. There are cars and trucks parked up and down the streets. The first time I saw this traffic, I thought: "ohhhh... must be a good garage sale going on; I'd better stop." When I realized it was guns and knives, I thought "Good Lord! Why the popularity?!" Yes, I'm naive sometimes.
I've always thought, though, that the real problem in our society was the lack of mental health care. Our country is sadly ineffective in this area and it's contributing to everyone's safety. We've all seen those individuals out of their heads on drugs or talking to themselves or scounging in garbage cans or even getting their own reality shows. Drugs have infected our society in more ways than one. Way too often, disruptive kids are immediately put on drugs if they make problems at school. Sedating is necessary in some cases, but not all. Then again, teachers didn't become teachers to spend their day having to focus on those needing special attention. This only takes away education for others.
It's a huge problem and it's made worse by adults making bad choices by using drugs and then having kids and not parenting the way they should. There's no pat answer and every situation is a little different.
We've already seen our country change as we attempt over and over again to keep our citizens safe.
You have to jump through hoops at airports now; hospitals have locked doors; courthouses have guards; schools have lockdown procedures; casinos require backpack searches, doctors and nurses and drug stores make you show ID and repeat your birthdate half a dozen times, and video cameras watch us enter buildings and drive on streets.
This isn't the first incident of children being killed at school and sadly, it's probably not going to be the last. It's a violent world and only seems to be getting worse. When I think of those 20 kids slaughtered, I can't help but wonder -- what if that was my grandchild? That thought makes me feel sorrow for all those parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and neighbors who are being forced to bury their victims. We'd best get this figured out and fix it!
Been watching the various previews of upcoming movies and there are a few I'd really liked to see.
Billy Crystal and Bette Midler in 'Parental Guidance' looks especially funny. Certain comedians can make me laugh or at least smile by saying anything at all. Sometimes it's just watching their face. Three of those are Billy, Steve Martin, and Jerry Seinfeld.
Most of the movies I'll just wait to see on video but one that interests me is 'Hobbit'. I think that would be a fun movie to see in the theatre.
Watching the newscasts continues to be heart wrenching. It's such a shame that we wait until a tragedy occurs before we get down to the common sense basics of restricting automatic gun sales. I'm always amazed when Port Angeles is having a gun and knife show at the Masonic Hall over on Lincoln Street downtown. There are cars and trucks parked up and down the streets. The first time I saw this traffic, I thought: "ohhhh... must be a good garage sale going on; I'd better stop." When I realized it was guns and knives, I thought "Good Lord! Why the popularity?!" Yes, I'm naive sometimes.
I've always thought, though, that the real problem in our society was the lack of mental health care. Our country is sadly ineffective in this area and it's contributing to everyone's safety. We've all seen those individuals out of their heads on drugs or talking to themselves or scounging in garbage cans or even getting their own reality shows. Drugs have infected our society in more ways than one. Way too often, disruptive kids are immediately put on drugs if they make problems at school. Sedating is necessary in some cases, but not all. Then again, teachers didn't become teachers to spend their day having to focus on those needing special attention. This only takes away education for others.
It's a huge problem and it's made worse by adults making bad choices by using drugs and then having kids and not parenting the way they should. There's no pat answer and every situation is a little different.
We've already seen our country change as we attempt over and over again to keep our citizens safe.
You have to jump through hoops at airports now; hospitals have locked doors; courthouses have guards; schools have lockdown procedures; casinos require backpack searches, doctors and nurses and drug stores make you show ID and repeat your birthdate half a dozen times, and video cameras watch us enter buildings and drive on streets.
This isn't the first incident of children being killed at school and sadly, it's probably not going to be the last. It's a violent world and only seems to be getting worse. When I think of those 20 kids slaughtered, I can't help but wonder -- what if that was my grandchild? That thought makes me feel sorrow for all those parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and neighbors who are being forced to bury their victims. We'd best get this figured out and fix it!
Sunday, December 16, 2012
It's a Blogging Sunday
I don't really have anything pressing I HAVE to do today so I'm spending the time sitting here amusing myself on the lap top. This is my third blog post today. When I finish, I'll go fix lunch and then come back to start cleaning up computer and photo files.
My brother, Dana, stopped in yesterday. He was in town for a 10K race and won first prize in his age division. I don't think he's been here for three years.
I posted on both my Leader blogs this morning. One is called 'What do you say?' and the other is 'Town Kid'.
I've been putting up pictures that arrive in Christmas cards on my refrigerator but I haven't received that many. Guess cards are becoming more of an expense for most folks. My trips to the post office take a big chunk out of my budget sometimes.
I had a pretty nice "pain-free" day yesterday. It was something I didn't take for granted. I dared to hope the leg issue was easing but alas, I woke up at 3 a.m. with a dull achy pain in my upper thigh. It never did turn into a full spasm/cramp, however, so I was thankful for that. I finally did get up at 6 a.m. because it just wouldn't let up. Discouraging but I'm going to put more effort into doing exercises for the periformis muscle (cause I think that's what it is).
My little "tics" and tiny electric shock-like movements come and go too. Sometimes they're gone completely and other days they're more noticable. Oddly, my tinnitis kicks in sometimes during those too. I can't imagine that they're related. It doesn't make sense to me. Other people have told me that they have little quivers, tremors, or tics from time to time too so I guess I won't get too worked up over them. Just curious to me what causes them. Maybe the medication I'm taking? Maybe something else? Another note on my list when I get to see that neurologist in February.
It just occurred to me that I don't have any 2013 calendars yet. I'll have to start looking around businesses for free ones. Surprises me how much really nice calendars cost these day. Double what they should be.
My brother leant me Neil Young's autobiography called 'Waging Heavy Peace.' Neil said one of his favorite songs ever was Crazy Mama by JJ Cale. I'd never heard of this song or this singer so I went to YouTube. I love it!
My brother, Dana, stopped in yesterday. He was in town for a 10K race and won first prize in his age division. I don't think he's been here for three years.
I posted on both my Leader blogs this morning. One is called 'What do you say?' and the other is 'Town Kid'.
I've been putting up pictures that arrive in Christmas cards on my refrigerator but I haven't received that many. Guess cards are becoming more of an expense for most folks. My trips to the post office take a big chunk out of my budget sometimes.
My little "tics" and tiny electric shock-like movements come and go too. Sometimes they're gone completely and other days they're more noticable. Oddly, my tinnitis kicks in sometimes during those too. I can't imagine that they're related. It doesn't make sense to me. Other people have told me that they have little quivers, tremors, or tics from time to time too so I guess I won't get too worked up over them. Just curious to me what causes them. Maybe the medication I'm taking? Maybe something else? Another note on my list when I get to see that neurologist in February.
It just occurred to me that I don't have any 2013 calendars yet. I'll have to start looking around businesses for free ones. Surprises me how much really nice calendars cost these day. Double what they should be.
My brother leant me Neil Young's autobiography called 'Waging Heavy Peace.' Neil said one of his favorite songs ever was Crazy Mama by JJ Cale. I'd never heard of this song or this singer so I went to YouTube. I love it!
Saturday, December 15, 2012
Chilly Saturday morning
Hummingbirds were here feeding early so I made up some fresh nectar to put in their feeders. Also intend to get out the step stool and clean out the kitchen cabinets of all the plastic containers AND LIDS that are piling up and multiplying on the top shelf. Think I'll put them all in a box (matching lids with bottoms) and then toss out what I don't need or don't have lids for. I'm going to clean out the lid drawer while I'm at it. If I don't do it on a regular basis, it becomes a huge irritant to me. And we can't have that! ha ha
Have to run a quick errand down to the corner grocery to mail a birthday/Xmas present,and buy some lotto tickets Later, I'll write a letter and continue cleaning and sorting files on my hard drive. I did manage to clean out my paper receipt shoebox yesterday. Decided to toss all my electric bills and internet/cable bills. Not sure why I was keeping the bottom half anyhow. They were just another reminder of money slipping through my fingers.
Well, Hunter just called wanting to know if I have any reindeer antlers (for wearing on your head) so guess I'll go pull them out of the Xmas decoration box in the garage. I have at least half a dozen. Red Xmas hats too. Good photo props, you know. Hunter just left. Said they're going downtown to do bell ringing. Meaning they stand outside Safeway and smile by the collection pot. I think Jenni does that every year for community service. She's such a good kid.
And here's a video of how I used to dance. Well, in my dreams maybe.
Oh good....Jenni sent me a picture via her cell phone of Hunter and his friends ringing bells....
Friday, December 14, 2012
Ten days till Xmas Eve
I thought I was gonna' have a free day today but somehow or another, I always manage to fill it up with a little job here and a little job there. I have a TV in my bedroom and it's the first thing I turn on in the morning as I wash up and get dressed. Good Lord but the killing just never ends. Senseless slaughter of innocents seems to be on the upswing and I can't, for the life of me, understand why.
There are several statistics out there showing the murder rates around the world. I saw one that showed the US with about 16,000 while Canada had about 500. What's that tell you? Gun control is needed? Well, something is needed. There are so many guns out there now, I wonder if it could be controlled. It's not just guns, though. It's people with mental illness that go untreated and walk among us so their "rights" aren't compromised. I can't see that being repaired any too soon either. This could have happened in your own community. What's even scarier is that the nut cases out there will see the publicity this is getting and they'll want to be a part of it. I'm betting this is just another tragedy with more to follow. Sad.Sad.Sad. And it makes me madder than hell!
I made a run to Serenity House to see if they had any of those tubs you soak your feet in. I'd heard that taking a bath with epsom salts (which has magnesium in it) is good for cramps. Well, I wasn't in the mood to draw a bath as I'd probably sit there soaking and wonder how I was going to get up again without killing myself. Ha ha I found an electric foot massager that you add water to for $5. I'll try that out today, and I just may give the bathtub some thought as well.
Actually, I think I'm feeling better today. I hesitate to type those words but I'm hopeful. I did up the amount of pills I was taking and changed the time of day I was taking them. I was swallowing three at bedtime and now I take two, three times a day.
One of the things I bought in PT on Wed was this postcard of senior rockers. It cracked me up.
I do get a kick out of watching Mick Jagger strut his stuff. Funny 'cause I never much cared for the Rolling Stones when they were young and popular and new on the scene. Now, I think they're one of my favorites.
My sister is taking orders for "dammit dolls" if anyone is interested. She gave me one and you use it to pound on something when you're agitated. You're supposed to yell "dammit! dammit" to get out your frustration.
I went in to Safeway planning to buy just a little bit and ended up spending $52. Prices keep going up and up. Course I had to buy some liquor so that didn't help the total. I got a small bottle of gin to soak golden raisins in as they're supposed to help pain. I always have tonic water on hand these days too so that will probably be my drink come Xmas eve. Been a long time since I drank gin & tonic. I'm kind of looking forward to it.
A year ago (I'm guessing on the time but that doesn't matter) I saw this story on the news about apes
mourning? one of their group. The picture caught my interest and I looked for it online and made a copy. I even framed it and had it displayed by my front door. (I'm weird that way, I guess)
Anyhow, I found the Nat'l Geographic video on it and thought it was fascinating...
Well, time to get busy around here.
There are several statistics out there showing the murder rates around the world. I saw one that showed the US with about 16,000 while Canada had about 500. What's that tell you? Gun control is needed? Well, something is needed. There are so many guns out there now, I wonder if it could be controlled. It's not just guns, though. It's people with mental illness that go untreated and walk among us so their "rights" aren't compromised. I can't see that being repaired any too soon either. This could have happened in your own community. What's even scarier is that the nut cases out there will see the publicity this is getting and they'll want to be a part of it. I'm betting this is just another tragedy with more to follow. Sad.Sad.Sad. And it makes me madder than hell!
I made a run to Serenity House to see if they had any of those tubs you soak your feet in. I'd heard that taking a bath with epsom salts (which has magnesium in it) is good for cramps. Well, I wasn't in the mood to draw a bath as I'd probably sit there soaking and wonder how I was going to get up again without killing myself. Ha ha I found an electric foot massager that you add water to for $5. I'll try that out today, and I just may give the bathtub some thought as well.
Actually, I think I'm feeling better today. I hesitate to type those words but I'm hopeful. I did up the amount of pills I was taking and changed the time of day I was taking them. I was swallowing three at bedtime and now I take two, three times a day.
One of the things I bought in PT on Wed was this postcard of senior rockers. It cracked me up.
My sister is taking orders for "dammit dolls" if anyone is interested. She gave me one and you use it to pound on something when you're agitated. You're supposed to yell "dammit! dammit" to get out your frustration.
I went in to Safeway planning to buy just a little bit and ended up spending $52. Prices keep going up and up. Course I had to buy some liquor so that didn't help the total. I got a small bottle of gin to soak golden raisins in as they're supposed to help pain. I always have tonic water on hand these days too so that will probably be my drink come Xmas eve. Been a long time since I drank gin & tonic. I'm kind of looking forward to it.
A year ago (I'm guessing on the time but that doesn't matter) I saw this story on the news about apes
mourning? one of their group. The picture caught my interest and I looked for it online and made a copy. I even framed it and had it displayed by my front door. (I'm weird that way, I guess)
Well, time to get busy around here.
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Into P.T. and back again
It's only 8:30 a.m. and television has actually been kind of entertaining today. Woke up to America's Funniest Videos and the one showing made me laugh out loud. (It ended up winning the $10,000 prize too) About a wife locking her husband out of the house and car on various occasions and not letting him back in until he did a dance for her. It was hilarious.
The Golden Globe nominees were announced and the only movie I've seen is Argo. (which was excellent). Some years the movies all seem kinda dull but I'm anxious to see all of them this year. I sure wish I could afford HBO and Showtime as they always get nominated for some of their programming and I'm especially anxious to see Homeland.
That shooting at the Clackamas mall was certainly sad. Especially when the family and friends of the shooter are left dumbfounded about how the shooter completely changed in character and behavior. You often hear those stories after an incident like that and it makes you wonder....could that happen to someone in our circle? I suppose it could. I can't remember now but I recently heard of some study that the researchers had conducted on the brain and they discovered a spike in some brain wave or another that showed bizarre and violent behavior occurring in otherwise quiet and subdued individuals. They thought it was a link to why serial killers come to be or snipers and such. I think they should spend a whole lot more money on that research.
I've been to that mall before. Years ago we drove around and around FOREVER trying to find a parking place. I'd never seen anything like it. And if you did find one, there were people fighting you RUDELY to ease you out. Left me very agitated.
Rooftops looked a little frosty this morning as I opened the blinds to the back yard. Glad I don't have to venture out. Yesterday was rainy and dark as Mary Norton and I made our way into Port Townsend and back again. Especially coming home. Eaglemount was foggy and dark and the rain came down in buckets. I was mighty glad to pull into my garage at the end of the day. A couple hours later I was sitting down to balance my checkbook and noticed a charge I didn't recognize against my debit card at the local grocery store where I bought gas. I went down there and the clerk established they'd charged me twice and gave me the cash back on the spot. Was nice to get it resolved so quickly.
Jenni just emailed me that Hunter and Sammy are coming over this morning to spend the day. Hunter's been out sick all week with a cold and doesn't want to stay home alone today. Jenni recently interviewed for a new job at her bank and got the happy news that she'd been chosen. Her new title is consumer/commerical loan coordinator. Way to go Jen!
Went to the doctor yesterday morning before my trip into Sequim to pick up Mary and we're leaning towards the diagnosis of restless leg syndrome being a part of my ongoing problem. Apparently, RLS can have more symptoms than your legs moving at night while you're trying to sleep. (which I haven't noticed is a problem with me) We upped my prescription dose and she is going to refer me to a neurologist in Sequim. I'd been told I couldn't get in until February but my doctor says they have two neurologists now, instead of just the one, so we're hopeful I won't have to wait that long.
Mary and I had several stops to make in town. First was the nursery on Four Corners Road so she could pick up a gift certificate. Then we proceeded down the road a few blocks to my brother's house so I could drop off a cookie package and a couple of books. Much to my delight, he leant me Neil Young's book called 'Waging Heavy Peace' and a CD of the concert they attended called 'Crazy Horse.' I don't like all of Neil's music (the loud R&R stuff) but I LOVE his slower songs and his country music. I think my favorite is 'Long May You Run.'
From there, we headed to Linda Pedersen's house in Hadlock where I unloaded a few more gifts for her and Ruth and picked up a couple. Looking forward to that jam Ruth made. Her Xmas card was there too with a picture inside of her and her grandkids. Hard to believe they've gotten that big already but then I look at my twins and my face and I remember that time marches on. Here's Ruthie..
Our next stop was at my sister's where I was able to unload the bulk of the gifts in my back seat and then load up my car with more from Janie. She gave Mary one of her homemade bags while we were there too. Oh, and before I forget.... happy birthday to my niece, Edwina today!
From Janie's we drove to Kris Logue's on Quincy Street and I took a few pictures inside her preschool and out on her back lawn.
With the gift delivering completed, we decided to browse a few shops on Water Street. I had worn my new gray hat (that covered up my stupid bad hair) and that I thought looked quite good on me. Until I got a look at myself in a mirror, that is. I also discovered that it was way too hot and cumbersome to wear while browsing in little stores. I immediately started to hunt for a baseball type hat. It's all about comfort with me, and trying to look stylish just isn't happening. I did find just what I wanted -- a red Port Townsend hat. I also found several little odds and ends that interested me. Besides the hat, I bought myself a pair of earrings (with Czech glass), a little book called 'All my friends are dead', a cute necklace showing PT on the map, and a t-shirt.
We stopped at Don's Pharmacy for burgers and I got to visit with Barb Shaw a few minutes. She took a picture of Mary and me and Teresa Arey, who stopped by.
From there we went over to Quimper Mercantile to check out the place. Didn't buy anything but did have a nice visit with Ev Muehlethaler and her son, Sam, who we ran into. Ev is close to retiring and she had "that look of happiness" that I recognized.
Outside Mercantile's door, I took a picture of a bench and a deer made out of driftwood. They were both pretty interesting. Also noticed a very large dog being trained to "stay". A newfoundland named Baxter.
When we got back to Mary's house, she showed me some dish towels her sister had given her. She'd discovered a website where you could send them a photo and they'd put it on a linen towel. Her sister had some old hand-written cookbooks from their grandmother and she copied some of the recipes for reproduction. Mary intends to frame them. They're absolutely wonderful!
I looked around for PT Xmas cards but never did find any. Sharon Sofie had sent me this one and I just might put it in a frame.
After dropping off Mary, I made a quick Costco run (I still forgot to buy the frozen berries I wanted), and then stopped at Green Acres to take a couple of old neighbors some cookies. Was surprised to see one of the houses across the street from my old mobile gone.
I also noticed that my mobile has deteriorated a bit since I sold it four years ago. You always notice the neighbors changing when it's an "over 55" park. I saw one house being emptied out by family members while I was there.
That tree on the far right is dead. I planted that one, and I notice the green tree to the right of the window is trying to grow leaves at the bottom of the trunk. Wayne had trimmed them all down for me years ago. The neighbor directly to the right of this picture had been telling me about this concoction I needed to start taking for pain. She asked me again if I had tried it and when I said no, she gave me a little container to take home and use. She swears by it.
You take golden raisins and soak them in gin. Cover them up and let them expand a bit and every morning, eat a small handful. I did it a couple of hours ago and was surprised how good they tasted. I've also noticed a few trips to the bathroom this morning. Not sure if it's related or not. These days my bowel system seems to take on a very independent life of their own. I don't seem to have any power over dictating how they're going to operate on a daily basis. Even when I'm 'really really good' and eat properly and exercise, they can play havoc with my routine. Yeah, I know...too much information. Ha!
My daughter, Mary, sent me this picture a few days ago of a house in their neighborhood. I noticed our street had 14 houses lit up with Xmas lights this year. Sure makes for a colorful trip home to my end of the streeet.
Well, that's it for now. I've gotta go pick up Hunter and Sammy in a bit. Also have to divide up all the fish and salmon I bought at Costco into small freezer packages.
The Golden Globe nominees were announced and the only movie I've seen is Argo. (which was excellent). Some years the movies all seem kinda dull but I'm anxious to see all of them this year. I sure wish I could afford HBO and Showtime as they always get nominated for some of their programming and I'm especially anxious to see Homeland.
That shooting at the Clackamas mall was certainly sad. Especially when the family and friends of the shooter are left dumbfounded about how the shooter completely changed in character and behavior. You often hear those stories after an incident like that and it makes you wonder....could that happen to someone in our circle? I suppose it could. I can't remember now but I recently heard of some study that the researchers had conducted on the brain and they discovered a spike in some brain wave or another that showed bizarre and violent behavior occurring in otherwise quiet and subdued individuals. They thought it was a link to why serial killers come to be or snipers and such. I think they should spend a whole lot more money on that research.
I've been to that mall before. Years ago we drove around and around FOREVER trying to find a parking place. I'd never seen anything like it. And if you did find one, there were people fighting you RUDELY to ease you out. Left me very agitated.
Rooftops looked a little frosty this morning as I opened the blinds to the back yard. Glad I don't have to venture out. Yesterday was rainy and dark as Mary Norton and I made our way into Port Townsend and back again. Especially coming home. Eaglemount was foggy and dark and the rain came down in buckets. I was mighty glad to pull into my garage at the end of the day. A couple hours later I was sitting down to balance my checkbook and noticed a charge I didn't recognize against my debit card at the local grocery store where I bought gas. I went down there and the clerk established they'd charged me twice and gave me the cash back on the spot. Was nice to get it resolved so quickly.
Jenni just emailed me that Hunter and Sammy are coming over this morning to spend the day. Hunter's been out sick all week with a cold and doesn't want to stay home alone today. Jenni recently interviewed for a new job at her bank and got the happy news that she'd been chosen. Her new title is consumer/commerical loan coordinator. Way to go Jen!
Went to the doctor yesterday morning before my trip into Sequim to pick up Mary and we're leaning towards the diagnosis of restless leg syndrome being a part of my ongoing problem. Apparently, RLS can have more symptoms than your legs moving at night while you're trying to sleep. (which I haven't noticed is a problem with me) We upped my prescription dose and she is going to refer me to a neurologist in Sequim. I'd been told I couldn't get in until February but my doctor says they have two neurologists now, instead of just the one, so we're hopeful I won't have to wait that long.
Mary and I had several stops to make in town. First was the nursery on Four Corners Road so she could pick up a gift certificate. Then we proceeded down the road a few blocks to my brother's house so I could drop off a cookie package and a couple of books. Much to my delight, he leant me Neil Young's book called 'Waging Heavy Peace' and a CD of the concert they attended called 'Crazy Horse.' I don't like all of Neil's music (the loud R&R stuff) but I LOVE his slower songs and his country music. I think my favorite is 'Long May You Run.'
From there, we headed to Linda Pedersen's house in Hadlock where I unloaded a few more gifts for her and Ruth and picked up a couple. Looking forward to that jam Ruth made. Her Xmas card was there too with a picture inside of her and her grandkids. Hard to believe they've gotten that big already but then I look at my twins and my face and I remember that time marches on. Here's Ruthie..
Our next stop was at my sister's where I was able to unload the bulk of the gifts in my back seat and then load up my car with more from Janie. She gave Mary one of her homemade bags while we were there too. Oh, and before I forget.... happy birthday to my niece, Edwina today!
From Janie's we drove to Kris Logue's on Quincy Street and I took a few pictures inside her preschool and out on her back lawn.
With the gift delivering completed, we decided to browse a few shops on Water Street. I had worn my new gray hat (that covered up my stupid bad hair) and that I thought looked quite good on me. Until I got a look at myself in a mirror, that is. I also discovered that it was way too hot and cumbersome to wear while browsing in little stores. I immediately started to hunt for a baseball type hat. It's all about comfort with me, and trying to look stylish just isn't happening. I did find just what I wanted -- a red Port Townsend hat. I also found several little odds and ends that interested me. Besides the hat, I bought myself a pair of earrings (with Czech glass), a little book called 'All my friends are dead', a cute necklace showing PT on the map, and a t-shirt.
We stopped at Don's Pharmacy for burgers and I got to visit with Barb Shaw a few minutes. She took a picture of Mary and me and Teresa Arey, who stopped by.
After dropping off Mary, I made a quick Costco run (I still forgot to buy the frozen berries I wanted), and then stopped at Green Acres to take a couple of old neighbors some cookies. Was surprised to see one of the houses across the street from my old mobile gone.
You take golden raisins and soak them in gin. Cover them up and let them expand a bit and every morning, eat a small handful. I did it a couple of hours ago and was surprised how good they tasted. I've also noticed a few trips to the bathroom this morning. Not sure if it's related or not. These days my bowel system seems to take on a very independent life of their own. I don't seem to have any power over dictating how they're going to operate on a daily basis. Even when I'm 'really really good' and eat properly and exercise, they can play havoc with my routine. Yeah, I know...too much information. Ha!
My daughter, Mary, sent me this picture a few days ago of a house in their neighborhood. I noticed our street had 14 houses lit up with Xmas lights this year. Sure makes for a colorful trip home to my end of the streeet.
Well, that's it for now. I've gotta go pick up Hunter and Sammy in a bit. Also have to divide up all the fish and salmon I bought at Costco into small freezer packages.
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