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we actually are using both here now kuli. massive amounts but what ever..till he keels over ...There are three people in my general area who have had falls this week two went to the hospital, one broke her hip and fart pants...just grazed a finger...what ever, pick him up clean him up.... I think you are good doing what you do Kathy and there will always be a need for it. maybe you could even get licensed for care giving...you have the skills and the experience and the heart for it...I am betting it is a little easier when it is not "family"? Gonna try and go to the Y tomorrow, if I can see the pavement I am going!!!
Happy B'day Bobbie!!! If I had your new address I would send you some homemade hooch to celebrate! Made some raspberry and grape cordial this fall. Killer stuff! Actually got out with a friend today. We went to a couple indoor flea markets one town over. So many great childhood memories brought back upon seeing all the old things people sell. Lots of items my grandparents had when I was a kid. Nice to see a lot of the oldies but goodies are still around. I bought a few pins for the scarves I knit and a really cool square shaped, hand painted tea cup and saucer. It was pouring like crazy and cold but we had a nice time anyway. Kuli, I still live in the house I grew up in. Mom signed it over to me 4 years ago so we wouldn't lose it. I know how hard it is to give up the home you grew up in. I'm struggling to hang onto this 3 story 130 year old monster, but where else would I go? I've lived here my entire life. My daughter and her husband live here too. I've already paid almost $2000 for fuel since the cold weather started. I just got the quarterly property tax bill and that jumped to almost $1000 quarterly! I nearly sh!t myself when I saw it!!! Then there's the front porch floor that has to be replaced and the plumbing and wiring that needs to be done soon. I need new flooring and rugs and there are still over 20 windows that need replacing. The list goes on and on.... There was a bit of money left over from Mom, but 4 of my sibs have no qualms about keeping their share even though they hardly visited Mom the last year of her life. They are all very well off and I'm sure pissed that I got the house. Especially my brother whose wife is in real estate!. My oldest sister and brother that is 2 years younger than me, both gave me their share of the life insurance and what was left after the bills were paid. I'm very grateful for them because it will help me get passed the winter months and get some repairs done to the house. There could have been more $$ left over, but I made sure Mom had everything she needed up until the end. I didn't care if there was any left for the others or myself. It was Mom's $$ to begin with! Dodged the snow bullet here today, but looks like really cold temps later this week. Need to try to drain the pool cover again tomorrow before things freeze solid. Hope all of you had a great weekend! Deef!!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY BOBBIE! Love & hugs to you! Enjoy! Deef-so happy to hear how you are doing! Jen-hope the weather holds out so you can get to the Y. Cuz-thanks for the laugh! Glad you are feeling better! Good to hear from you Kuli-hope some more rays shine through as time goes on. Hi Austin, Meanwhile, Sharyn, Juju & everyone else out there. Got the letter from the dr who will do mom's hand surgery. She has to see EVERY Dr she has ever gone to in order to be allowed to have this surgery...which means going out multiple times to all different Dr's in this wonderful snowy, cold climate we live in. I sure hope it is worth it! Hubby still looking for a job-may be a Godsend cause he can help me! Who hires during the holidays? No one! Guess it is meant to be. It has also been nice having him home so I can run out and see my girlfriend-she has breast cancer and just had a double mastectomy... It is nice to be able to go have tea with her and chat. I would not be so free if hubby wasn't out of work... However, this cannot go on for too long cause $ was tight already! UGH. Anyway, hopefully hubby can find a job and go back to work right after mom's surgery! That would be perfect! Here's hoping! Sis, hubby, and one bro will be over tomorrow night to ring in the new year. Mom will most likely be up till the ball drops. She is usually "up" for a party! She did great on Christmas-just slept the whole day after! Nothing wrong with that! HAHA! She loves it when I feed her her meals in bed! Anyway, hope everyone has a decent New Years Eve. And hopefully 2014 will be a better year! We can hope right?!!! Love to you all! Glad you are all here for moral support! Mame
Happy Birthday Bobbie, have a margarita for all of us and enjoy. Mame~I hope you get through all the dr. appts. for your mom's up coming surgery. I will be thinking of you and your hubby getting a job when your mom has recovered. Jen~You go girl, get out to the Y and enjoy the swim. Wish I could join you!! Deef~It is good to hear from you, I hope you can post as time allows. You sound busy but content.
My niece will know more later this week after they discuss treatment options. My sil is going to get counseling...losing one child to colon cancer was enough but now the prospect of losing another to the same cancer is more than she can deal with. Sil's other 2 boys (men) have been screened so that is a blessing and hopefully they will continue to follow up on screening so if it should develop, it will be caught much earlier.
I am pulling out of the depression regarding all this. Friday was a little rough being my dads 10th anniversary since he passed. I went out to visit with him today and we had a nice talk. I need that from time to time. I know he is always with me. Hubby is going great after his stroke in Sept. We are just enjoying the quite, peacefulness of our life.
Christmas went well. We had mom over for dinner, she got stocked up on candy..her favorite!! I took her back to the community that evening, bringing Midget with us...I had no problems with her having a meltdown like she did on Thanksgiving with my sister.
I was thinking about how a status symbol of today is those cell phones that everyone has clipped onto their belt or purse. I can't afford one. So, I'm wearing my garage door opener.
I also made a cover for my hearing aid and now I have what they call blue teeth, I think.
You know, I spent a fortune on deodorant before I realized that people didn't like me anyway.
I was thinking that women should put pictures of missing husbands on beer cans!
I thought about making a fitness movie for folks my age, and call it 'Pumping Rust'.
I've gotten that dreaded furniture disease. That's when your chest is falling into your drawers!
When people see a cat's litter box, they always say, 'Oh, have you got a cat?' Just once I want to say, 'No, it's for company!'
Employment application blanks always ask who is to be notified in case of an emergency. I think you should write, 'A Good Doctor'!
I was thinking about how people seem to read the Bible a whole lot more as they get older. Then, it dawned on me. They were cramming for their finals.
As for me, I'm just hoping God grades on the curve.
Birds of a feather flock together . . . .and then poop on your car.
A penny saved is a government oversight.
The older you get, the tougher it is to lose weight, because by then your body and your fat have gotten to be really good friends.
The easiest way to find something lost around the house is to buy a replacement.
He who hesitates is probably right.
Did you ever notice: The Roman Numerals for forty (40) are XL.
If you can smile when things go wrong, you have someone in mind to blame.
The sole purpose of a child's middle name is so he can tell when he's really in trouble..
Did you ever notice: When you put the 2 words 'The' and 'IRS' together it spells 'Theirs...'
Aging: Eventually you will reach a point when you stop lying about your age and start bragging about it.
Some people try to turn back their odometers. Not me, I want people to know 'why' I look this way. I've traveled a long way and some of the roads weren't paved.
When you are dissatisfied and would like to go back to your youth, think of Algebra.
One of the many things no one tells you about aging is that it is such a nice change from being young. Ah, being young is beautiful, but being old is comfortable.
Lord, Keep your arm around my shoulder and your hand over my mouth . . ... AMEN
First of all, Happy New Year everyone!!! Spent my last 2 days running back and forth to Blanche's. She has been confused to say the least. It was like being with Mom all over again! I was thinking I would need to call my BIL and have him fly up from Virginia. But it appears she was way over tired from a shopping trip with a friend. She also forgot to take her meds last night. I called her this morning and she was complaining about the loud people on the second floor that kept her up all night. Said she couldn't hear me because of all the noise. Of course she is very hard of hearing, so I knew right away that she had the TV so loud that she couldn't hear me. I went to her house and she was trying to tell me someone was there with her and making all kinds of noise that kept her up all night. Well, I think she forgot what the TV actually is and how to turn down the volume or even turn it off! When I turned the volume down while she was out of the room, she came back and whispered, "see, they are quiet now!" Okayyyyyy!!!! So I stayed a while and went through her mail and made sure her meds were ready for tonight. By the time I left she was better. I turned the TV off and told her to take a nap. Of course she couldn't figure out where everyone went!!! I had to call her doctor for Nitro patches and pick them up tonight, so I went back to see how she was doing and it was like this morning never happened. You can bet I was relieved! She had the TV on and was asking me if the snow had started yet and she even turned the volume down so we could talk. Phew!!! Let me just say I'm exhausted! Sharyn, sounds like you have had a rough last few months. It sounds like you are coping as best you can. I hope the new year is much better for you and all of your loved ones. Mame, sorry to here your husband is out of work. It will be 3 years this February since my husband lost his job. It's been extremely hard financially, but we manage. There are so many people out there in the same situation and it seems to be getting worse. All we can do is hang in there and hope for the best. Jen, Hope you got to the Y for a swim! And yes, I did think it would be easier caring for a non-family member, but it's just as time consuming and nerve wracking, but I get to go home after. That's pretty much the only difference. I told my friend today that if I ever talk of volunteering my services again, stab me in the head with a screw driver!!! The next "old lady" I want to take care of is ME!!!! I really have to learn to say NO. It's something that has always been difficult for me. Mame, looks like we may get 12-18" of snow from the storm on Friday. Can't wait!!! Okay, time to wind down and see if I can stay awake for midnight! Once again, Happy New Year!!!! Love Deef
Got this in an email from Anne so I thought I would share it with everyone. Happy New Year from cuz (Harv) & my wife Joyce. May 2014 bring in a joyous and glorious year. luvCuz
For 2014 I wish you 12 months of Happiness 52 weeks of Fun 365 days of Success 8760 Hours of Good Health 52600 minutes of Good luck 3153600 Seconds of joy and that’s all.
Deed you are a good women to care about others. It's just in us caregivers, I agree that we can't say NO.. I especially like your comment about the only old lady you want to take care of is "me"! I too live in MA and I hate shoveling the snow! It sucks big time..Weatherman says it's gonna be 40's - 50 Sunday & Monday. Woohoo!! Heat wave!
Assan, I'm in central Ma. just east of the Quabbin. Jen, So far we have about 3-4" but it sure is frigging cold!!! It's 4degrees at midnight and the wind is picking up. At least the snow is very light. Don't relish cleaning up in the morning. as for the warmer temps this weekend, they will be welcome. The heat bills are already killing me. I just hope these yoyo temps don't make us all sick. Took a quick ride to check on Blanche this morning before the roads got bad. I called ahead to let her know I was coming. BIG mistake!!! Little sh!t went out and shoveled in front of the garage for me! She is 96 and has a bad heart!! Stubborn as all hell to boot! She kept harping about the driveway, so I went out and shoveled the whole thing. It's a 2 car garage width and pretty long. It was 17 at the time and snowing, but it made her happy. I spent all of yesterday making baked stuffed shells and a banana split dessert. I had 3 huge baking pans full by the time I was done! My daughter and her husband forgot I was cooking and made other plans, so we have plenty of leftovers. I was exhausted after all the cooking and the massive cleanup, so I actually went to bed early for a change. Blanche hates cheese, so I made her some stew this morning and brought that over with a container of the dessert. She loves her sweets! Still talking about the people in the TV that keep her awake at night. I told her again to turn the dang thing off! Just saw the news and the coast is getting hit hard. This is one time I'm glad I don't live near the beach. Mame, sounds like you won't get much snow either. I'm sure we'll have our turn some time this winter. Okay, lots of fresh air making me tired. Time for bed and rest for the cleanup tomorrow!
We got our snow -not as much as was called for but the wind was strong-I am so glad my days of cleaning the drive are over it is only 8 degrees and the wind is blowing hard.
Got 5 or 6" here and it was 7 degrees at 9 this morning. Wind was minimal so the fresh air felt great! Still have about 30' of the driveway to clean up. Going to use the snow blower for that. My car is all cleaned off and set to go. I need to get to the bank and post office today. Yeh Jen, 96 and out shoveling! Bet she went out to get her mail later and has been out this morning getting into trouble too. A man from her church usually comes to do her driveway, so I'll go by later and make sure he did, or she'll be calling him constantly until he does! Got to love it. Supposed to be really cold tonight and tomorrow. Can't wait! More fuel up the chimneys!!! Have a good day everyone!
deef we had -15 this morning and have 8" of snow on the ground. It made it to 14 degrees today but monday it will be -4 for the low and -1 for the high. Now that is winter. They said this is the first time in over 5 years that Lake Michigan is 90% froze over. That means the only snow we will get is from artic clippers that bring the white stuff over the water instead of picking the moisture from the lake and dropping the lake levels down so far. Hugs to ya luvCuz
I guess I win, 38" on the ground and -25 at 6am. I too hate snow more every year. It might get up to 28 this weekend so I have to get on rook and break up some ice or in the water will come. You are right Sharyn, I noticed today it was brighter when I got up than just last week.
Hi all! We only got about 8 inches here in Central NY... Pretty, fluffy so easy to clean up. The bitter cold is what is killer. Not as bad as what you go Digger! Windchill may have been that cold but not the actual temp. Of course mom had a Dr appt yesterday and we had to take her out in it! She did great-I had her all bundled up. Again-thankful hubby is not working cause he cleaned off the car and used the snowblower on the driveway... and got her down the ramps & to the car etc. My shoulder is really painful these days with lifting her so much more that before...I don't know how I would have done it all without him. Anyway, the appointment went well. This particular Dr hasn't seen her in 3 years-but b/c of the hand surgery, she has to see all the Doctors she has ever seen! After the breath tests, he tells her that her lungs are actually better now than they were 3 years ago! Quitting smoking when she moved in here 9 years ago has really helped her longevity! Sigh. She must have told him 5 times that she is a nurse... so he started playing along with her... she loved it! When we left, she kept asking who that nice Dr was. Then she asks me what Dr is doing her hand surgery, and that she can't remember meeting him... Did we meet him? Yes, mother.... "Well, (long pause) was he cute?" I burst out laughing. "Yes, mother, you thought so!" She was happy with that. Sometimes I feel like there is a candid camera somewhere videoing all these strange and hysterical conversations. I try to write some of these down so I can have a good laugh someday. Right now, all the repeating is driving me crazy-but someday I may laugh about it! Right? Anyway, she is getting all anxious with the surgery date looming... I tried to sweep it under the rug while Christmas and New Year was going on, telling her it is "next month." But now, next month is here! So, I put all her appointments & the surgery on a calendar for her to refer to. She is very concerned about money and how this is being paid for, so I had to show her all her insurance cards etc. 10x a day! It is so hard! I can't imagine her poor mind/memory and the anxiety. Poor thing. Her other thing is that she wants to know who knows about this surgery. Um, my siblings, your children... "You told them before me?" Oh God, how do you tell her that you did tell her, she was there at the Dr's when it was decided...and that you tell her every day, many times? Impossible. So, then she is mad at me. So tiring! I sure hope this surgery is worth it! Well, my sweet sister in law is coming over to hang out with me today. She lives a couple hours away so it is a nice treat. Hubby is getting out with a friend & his bro so that is good for him and his psyche too. Hope everyone has a decent weekend. Stay warm! Mame
We are supposed to be getting 14 to 20" of new snow with winds blowing Monday and Tuesday around 20 to 30mph putting the wind chill down to -35. They showed some stores on the news with the shelves empty and the lines to get out of the store at around 2 hours. Glad we have enough around here to last for a couple months. LuvCuz
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I think you are good doing what you do Kathy and there will always be a need for it. maybe you could even get licensed for care giving...you have the skills and the experience and the heart for it...I am betting it is a little easier when it is not "family"?
Gonna try and go to the Y tomorrow, if I can see the pavement I am going!!!
Good last two days of 2013 all...
Actually got out with a friend today. We went to a couple indoor flea markets one town over. So many great childhood memories brought back upon seeing all the old things people sell. Lots of items my grandparents had when I was a kid. Nice to see a lot of the oldies but goodies are still around. I bought a few pins for the scarves I knit and a really cool square shaped, hand painted tea cup and saucer. It was pouring like crazy and cold but we had a nice time anyway.
Kuli, I still live in the house I grew up in. Mom signed it over to me 4 years ago so we wouldn't lose it. I know how hard it is to give up the home you grew up in. I'm struggling to hang onto this 3 story 130 year old monster, but where else would I go? I've lived here my entire life. My daughter and her husband live here too. I've already paid almost $2000 for fuel since the cold weather started. I just got the quarterly property tax bill and that jumped to almost $1000 quarterly! I nearly sh!t myself when I saw it!!! Then there's the front porch floor that has to be replaced and the plumbing and wiring that needs to be done soon. I need new flooring and rugs and there are still over 20 windows that need replacing. The list goes on and on....
There was a bit of money left over from Mom, but 4 of my sibs have no qualms about keeping their share even though they hardly visited Mom the last year of her life. They are all very well off and I'm sure pissed that I got the house. Especially my brother whose wife is in real estate!. My oldest sister and brother that is 2 years younger than me, both gave me their share of the life insurance and what was left after the bills were paid. I'm very grateful for them because it will help me get passed the winter months and get some repairs done to the house.
There could have been more $$ left over, but I made sure Mom had everything she needed up until the end. I didn't care if there was any left for the others or myself. It was Mom's $$ to begin with!
Dodged the snow bullet here today, but looks like really cold temps later this week. Need to try to drain the pool cover again tomorrow before things freeze solid.
Hope all of you had a great weekend!
Deef!!!
didn't know it was bobbies b day! Happy Birthday Bobbie, go have some fun...!
Deef-so happy to hear how you are doing!
Jen-hope the weather holds out so you can get to the Y.
Cuz-thanks for the laugh! Glad you are feeling better!
Good to hear from you Kuli-hope some more rays shine through as time goes on.
Hi Austin, Meanwhile, Sharyn, Juju & everyone else out there.
Got the letter from the dr who will do mom's hand surgery. She has to see EVERY Dr she has ever gone to in order to be allowed to have this surgery...which means going out multiple times to all different Dr's in this wonderful snowy, cold climate we live in. I sure hope it is worth it! Hubby still looking for a job-may be a Godsend cause he can help me! Who hires during the holidays? No one! Guess it is meant to be. It has also been nice having him home so I can run out and see my girlfriend-she has breast cancer and just had a double mastectomy... It is nice to be able to go have tea with her and chat. I would not be so free if hubby wasn't out of work... However, this cannot go on for too long cause $ was tight already! UGH. Anyway, hopefully hubby can find a job and go back to work right after mom's surgery! That would be perfect! Here's hoping!
Sis, hubby, and one bro will be over tomorrow night to ring in the new year. Mom will most likely be up till the ball drops. She is usually "up" for a party! She did great on Christmas-just slept the whole day after! Nothing wrong with that! HAHA! She loves it when I feed her her meals in bed! Anyway, hope everyone has a decent New Years Eve. And hopefully 2014 will be a better year! We can hope right?!!! Love to you all! Glad you are all here for moral support! Mame
Mame~I hope you get through all the dr. appts. for your mom's up coming surgery. I will be thinking of you and your hubby getting a job when your mom has recovered.
Jen~You go girl, get out to the Y and enjoy the swim. Wish I could join you!!
Deef~It is good to hear from you, I hope you can post as time allows. You sound busy but content.
My niece will know more later this week after they discuss treatment options. My sil is going to get counseling...losing one child to colon cancer was enough but now the prospect of losing another to the same cancer is more than she can deal with. Sil's other 2 boys (men) have been screened so that is a blessing and hopefully they will continue to follow up on screening so if it should develop, it will be caught much earlier.
I am pulling out of the depression regarding all this. Friday was a little rough being my dads 10th anniversary since he passed. I went out to visit with him today and we had a nice talk. I need that from time to time. I know he is always with me. Hubby is going great after his stroke in Sept. We are just enjoying the quite, peacefulness of our life.
Christmas went well. We had mom over for dinner, she got stocked up on candy..her favorite!! I took her back to the community that evening, bringing Midget with us...I had no problems with her having a meltdown like she did on Thanksgiving with my sister.
Happy New Year to everyone!
Sharyn
I was thinking about how a status symbol of today is those cell
phones that everyone has clipped onto their belt or purse. I can't
afford one. So, I'm wearing my garage door opener.
I also made a cover for my hearing aid and now I have what they call
blue teeth, I think.
You know, I spent a fortune on deodorant before I realized that
people didn't like me anyway.
I was thinking that women should put pictures of missing husbands on beer cans!
I thought about making a fitness movie for folks my age, and call it
'Pumping Rust'.
I've gotten that dreaded furniture disease. That's when your chest
is falling
into your drawers!
When people see a cat's litter box, they always say, 'Oh, have you
got a cat?' Just once I want to say, 'No, it's for company!'
Employment application blanks always ask who is to be notified in
case of an emergency. I think you should write, 'A Good Doctor'!
I was thinking about how people seem to read the Bible a whole lot
more as they get older. Then, it dawned on me. They were cramming
for their finals.
As for me, I'm just hoping God grades on the curve.
Birds of a feather flock together . . . .and then poop on your car.
A penny saved is a government oversight.
The older you get, the tougher it is to lose weight, because by then
your body and your fat have gotten to be really good friends.
The easiest way to find something lost around the house is to buy a
replacement.
He who hesitates is probably right.
Did you ever notice: The Roman
Numerals for forty (40) are XL.
If you can smile when things go wrong, you have someone in mind to blame.
The sole purpose of a child's middle name is so he can tell when
he's really in trouble..
Did you ever notice: When you put the 2 words 'The' and 'IRS'
together it spells 'Theirs...'
Aging: Eventually you will reach a point when you stop lying about
your age and start bragging about it.
Some people try to turn back their odometers. Not me, I want people
to know 'why' I look this way. I've traveled a long way and some of
the roads weren't paved.
When you are dissatisfied and would like to go back to your youth,
think of Algebra.
One of the many things no one tells you about aging is that it is
such a nice change from being young. Ah, being young is beautiful,
but being old is comfortable.
Lord, Keep your arm around my shoulder and your hand over my mouth .
. ...
AMEN
Spent my last 2 days running back and forth to Blanche's. She has been confused to say the least. It was like being with Mom all over again! I was thinking I would need to call my BIL and have him fly up from Virginia. But it appears she was way over tired from a shopping trip with a friend. She also forgot to take her meds last night.
I called her this morning and she was complaining about the loud people on the second floor that kept her up all night. Said she couldn't hear me because of all the noise. Of course she is very hard of hearing, so I knew right away that she had the TV so loud that she couldn't hear me.
I went to her house and she was trying to tell me someone was there with her and making all kinds of noise that kept her up all night. Well, I think she forgot what the TV actually is and how to turn down the volume or even turn it off! When I turned the volume down while she was out of the room, she came back and whispered, "see, they are quiet now!" Okayyyyyy!!!! So I stayed a while and went through her mail and made sure her meds were ready for tonight. By the time I left she was better. I turned the TV off and told her to take a nap. Of course she couldn't figure out where everyone went!!!
I had to call her doctor for Nitro patches and pick them up tonight, so I went back to see how she was doing and it was like this morning never happened. You can bet I was relieved! She had the TV on and was asking me if the snow had started yet and she even turned the volume down so we could talk. Phew!!! Let me just say I'm exhausted!
Sharyn, sounds like you have had a rough last few months. It sounds like you are coping as best you can. I hope the new year is much better for you and all of your loved ones.
Mame, sorry to here your husband is out of work. It will be 3 years this February since my husband lost his job. It's been extremely hard financially, but we manage. There are so many people out there in the same situation and it seems to be getting worse. All we can do is hang in there and hope for the best.
Jen, Hope you got to the Y for a swim! And yes, I did think it would be easier caring for a non-family member, but it's just as time consuming and nerve wracking, but I get to go home after. That's pretty much the only difference. I told my friend today that if I ever talk of volunteering my services again, stab me in the head with a screw driver!!! The next "old lady" I want to take care of is ME!!!! I really have to learn to say NO. It's something that has always been difficult for me.
Mame, looks like we may get 12-18" of snow from the storm on Friday. Can't wait!!!
Okay, time to wind down and see if I can stay awake for midnight!
Once again, Happy New Year!!!!
Love Deef
luvCuz
For 2014 I wish you
12 months of Happiness
52 weeks of Fun
365 days of Success
8760 Hours of Good Health
52600 minutes of Good luck
3153600 Seconds of joy
and that’s all.
Take care,
Anne
Stayed up to 12:03am and then dropped off to sleep.
Thinking of everyone here and hoping for the best.
DEEF!!
lovbob
least it isn't "family" deef! did you get the snow Boston was supposed to?
Been on a cyber break! Construction is half way done on the floors, love the new guy on the job!
Stay warm and strong! Love to you all!
Peace,
Juju
Jen, So far we have about 3-4" but it sure is frigging cold!!! It's 4degrees at midnight and the wind is picking up. At least the snow is very light. Don't relish cleaning up in the morning. as for the warmer temps this weekend, they will be welcome. The heat bills are already killing me. I just hope these yoyo temps don't make us all sick.
Took a quick ride to check on Blanche this morning before the roads got bad. I called ahead to let her know I was coming. BIG mistake!!! Little sh!t went out and shoveled in front of the garage for me! She is 96 and has a bad heart!! Stubborn as all hell to boot!
She kept harping about the driveway, so I went out and shoveled the whole thing. It's a 2 car garage width and pretty long. It was 17 at the time and snowing, but it made her happy.
I spent all of yesterday making baked stuffed shells and a banana split dessert. I had 3 huge baking pans full by the time I was done! My daughter and her husband forgot I was cooking and made other plans, so we have plenty of leftovers. I was exhausted after all the cooking and the massive cleanup, so I actually went to bed early for a change.
Blanche hates cheese, so I made her some stew this morning and brought that over with a container of the dessert. She loves her sweets! Still talking about the people in the TV that keep her awake at night. I told her again to turn the dang thing off!
Just saw the news and the coast is getting hit hard. This is one time I'm glad I don't live near the beach.
Mame, sounds like you won't get much snow either. I'm sure we'll have our turn some time this winter.
Okay, lots of fresh air making me tired. Time for bed and rest for the cleanup tomorrow!
My car is all cleaned off and set to go. I need to get to the bank and post office today.
Yeh Jen, 96 and out shoveling! Bet she went out to get her mail later and has been out this morning getting into trouble too. A man from her church usually comes to do her driveway, so I'll go by later and make sure he did, or she'll be calling him constantly until he does! Got to love it. Supposed to be really cold tonight and tomorrow. Can't wait! More fuel up the chimneys!!!
Have a good day everyone!
luvCuz
Cuz~-15, ouch!!! That is cold.
Jen~I am seeing you swimming in a nice warm pool that is relaxing your tensions.
We are having a drought here in Cali..nothing new really..we are either in a drought or flooding.
My niece is looking at probably having radiation instead of chemo. Just waiting to get more info.
Hang in there everyone, remember each day has a little more sunlight than the day before.
Hugs to everyone!
Sharyn
Well, my sweet sister in law is coming over to hang out with me today. She lives a couple hours away so it is a nice treat. Hubby is getting out with a friend & his bro so that is good for him and his psyche too. Hope everyone has a decent weekend. Stay warm! Mame
LuvCuz