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Ohhh, had a tooth pulled today.  Forgot about how painful the after effects can be. 

I'm sorry, Pat.  Hope the pain goes away quickly.  Not fun, for sure.

I got an email from my book publisher.  They want me to reduce the word count by 25% for an audio version.     I need to look it over and see if that is possible without ruining it.

They are showing Chavez' coffin being carried through the streets of Caracas, and the MOBS of people crowding around.  They said hundreds of thousands of people filed by the casket yesterday and last night for a quick glimpse of the body.  There is no accounting for such misplaced trust, is there?

I have so much to do today, starting with exercise!  See you all later.

It may be time this weekend to change the clocks - supposedly a harbinger of spring?  But winter's not over yet by along shot!  Four new inches so far and still snowing.      "They" say the temperature will rise quickly this morning and be near 40 later today.  SURE it will!    

And don't believe the weather gizmo - it's actually 29 degrees F her at my house.

Jeanne I agree with you about spring being around the corner.  We still have feet of snow here not inches. However the roads have started the spring thaw and road heaves are getting bad.  We have to be careful driving the bumps can take out the vehicle suspension. 

Heather has written (emailed) her Professors and has their help with taking the 2 weeks off.  There are students willing to help as well, by forwarding her the class notes.   Here is what she posted on Facebook.

QuoteWent to see the college doctor today regarding my concussion and he has said that I need to take 2 weeks (or more) off school, to let my brain heal. He said that I tried to get back to school too soon, and that's the reason for the memory and concentration difficulties ... I'm sad, I feel like crying ... the doc said that if there isn't a marked improvement over the next couple of weeks he will refer me to the Brain Injury Clinic.

This is a girl who doesn't cry for anything. 

John will be home earlier today, his miles are down.  However it will be nice to have him home early for a change.

Have a great day everyone.

A genuine Christian is not sinless, but he will not live out all the days of his life in sin and rebellion. If someone professes to be a Christian and yet his or her life is marked by unrelenting disobedience to to God's Word without repentance or divine discipline, it is certain that their profession is not genuine. - Paul Washer

Hi everyone.  Another beautiful morning here.  It was 34 degrees when I went to coffee but sue didn't feel it as the wind isn't blowing and it is Sunday.  After coffee I headed to the Credit Union and to the barber shop.  At 11:30 it is ROMEO's luncheon, which is just up the street from where I live.  We are going to a Johnny's New York Style pizza place.  That should be my going for the day. Pat had her first physical therapy yesterday and last night she had a great night of sleep for 5 hours.  She had slept quite a bit yesterday so it was a bit of a surprise. 

Janet, as long as you don't close your browser you should be able to use the back arrow on the address line and get back to what you had typed. 

Pat, the way you are holding your hands in your picture looks appropriate for having a tooth pulled.  Sorry it is so painful for you.

Jeanne, is your solution on your windshield still keeping the snow off? 

Judy, can see why Heather would be down after talking to the doctor.  Sorry about the miles being down for John but enjoy him being home, as I know you will.

Time to think about leaving to go to ROMEO's. 

Now I am really confused.  I woke up this morning thinking it was Saturday...even changed the bed sheets since I didn't want to do that Sunday.  Then after they were in the washer, I remembered it is Friday.  Now Larry is telling me...

Quotethe wind isn't blowing and it is Sunday.

I think your post changed from sunny to Sunday!

It is bright and sunny here today, too!  And 36°.  There is still some white out there but less and less all the time!

I found a pattern to crochet a Potato Chip scarf last night.  Think of chips like Pringles in a row and that's a potato chip scarf.  I used black with strands of metallic in green and gold.  Cute.  Now I am making another Double-thick HotPad/Pot Holder.  Also found a pattern for a Crocodile Purse.  I want to make one with plastic bags...more durable!!  Lots of projects in the future!

Also remember Jacob?  The Senior in high school that hit a tree and was at Shepherd's Center in Atlanta for awhile?  A year ago today he had the accident.  He has progressed some.  He no longer is in a coma.  He is making sounds now and gets excited when he hears music and sees someone he knows.  I haven't seen him yet but Ivalou has.  She says if you didn't know what he has gone through, you would think Jacob could open his mouth and talk, or get up and walk!  He looks the same as before the accident.  One eye doesn't seem to be seeing but other than that, he looks like Jacob a year and a day ago.  Please keep him in your prayers.  God is an awesome God. When you read his Mother's posts on Facebook, it brings tears to your eyes.  What an awesome testimony for God.

Well folks, the liklihood is that I will soon be moving to where my son lives in Rowlett, Texzs!  So don't be surprised if I don't appear here for a bit then come back from there,

Al T least you will be with Family.  That is the important thing.  Moving as we get older is difficult and thinking our children know what's better for us is also difficult.  I will be praying for you as you make this transition.  God bless you richly.  You are missed here when you are away.

Etta Sue I had to go back and check Larry's post as I didn't read "Sunday" I read sunny!  Too funny.  Also would you have a pattern for a soft warm hat for a person with cancer that has lost all her hair.  She is commenting that she has lost the insulation on her head!  She said toques were itchy and nothing was comfortable for long.  Any suggestions?  I ordered her a quilt from Victoria's Quilts.  They are free to cancer patients, one per person. 

I had one of my male finches die last night.  I'm glad I have as many as I do however it is good to know He sees a little sparrow (finch) fall.....

John should be home soon so I had better get going. I have laundry to do.

Judy, here is one here...

http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW2253.pdf

If you 'search' for 'crocheted chemo hats' there are lots of them on the web.  But this one is very stylish!  I have never heard of that yarn but with an 'H' hook, any 4-ply knitted worsted yarn would do. 

Al, my children want me to move to North Carolina to be near (not with) my daughter, and in a milder climate.  I don't really mind the thought of living elsewhere, it's the general upheaval and getting ready that's daunting. 

I hope you won't be very long off line.  As Judy says, we really miss you when you're not around.

Tlhank y'all.  I'll get back asap.  I have to practice that y'all part for where I'm going.

Yep, Big Daddy Al, that's right, Pardner!  They will make a real Texan out of you!  I hope you enjoy it there, and do come back ASAP!

Thanks, Etta Sue--I couldn't figure out why Larry said it was Sunday!  I thought either he is confused, or I am! 

I just finished typing another story, so will get it to the paper for next Thursday's edition.

Time to go fold another load of laundry!

Jeanne the milder climate in winter would be nice!  I understand not wanting to move.....something to consider, could you live with fewer expenses if you did move south?

Thanks Etta Sue.

  Good evening to all I had got a virus on my computer and had to have a friend come over who knows a lot about computers and he was able to get rid of it.  But it did take him a long time.

Judy B.  I had read about Heather a while ago and you also told me the last time we talked I do hope that she will do what the doctor tells her and the Lord will look after the rest.  It Must be hard for her as she wants to get her school work done.  I know that you as a mother will be worried too. We all will be praying for you. and John.  All our love sis.  Gord and Noreen.

Al;  I hope that you have a great move and that the Lord will give you strength to get through it.

Jeanne:  Noreen and I are so glad that all our kids are so close to us and that we are able to help them with our grand kids so that is  a bonus

We are so blessed to be a part of a good family and my wife has so many sisters also.  Well have a wonderful weekend and may the Lord bless you all on Sunday.  God richest Blessings.  Gordon and Noreen.

Al, I wish you well on your move to Rowlett, TX.  I hope the transition will be easy for you.
My step-dtr lives at Rowlett, and she is planning to come to see me next week.  Also her Dtr and GrDtr.  I will be so glad to have them here. 

My sister went home from the hospital this week.  She was there 2 weeks.  Her dtrs are taking good care of her.  I told one of them to tell her that I said "it is OK to get spoiled, so let them wait on you!"

We have had 2 warm days, and now bad weather is predicted again.  Will winter ever end?  groan.

I hope all of you are doing OK.  Good night.....
~Janice

What a difference a day makes!  Today it's sunny and bright and heading for 40 F!!!  My neighbor surprised me yesterday afternoon and cleared both my front and back porches and steps, my driveway, my car and made a path to the propane tanks!  I have to find some way to thank him - maybe a fresh loaf of bread....

Judy, the cost of living would probably be about the same, maybe even a little more, depending on what kind of facility I could find.  It would have to be subsidized, of course, but that would still be a good bit more than my lot rent here.  Some places include electric and heat, with one meal a day, and cable (but internet would be extra).  If I could find a place where I wouldn't need a car that would be a big saving and of course renter's insurance would be less than homeowners.  Online search brings up a few possibilities, but my daughter would have to do the onsite checking them out.  I might decide to give her power of attorney to make arrangements at that end. 

Hi everyone.   It is going to be another beautiful day, as was yesterday.  We had another good night of rest and Mary get's a day off from cooking as another lady from our church is bringing our dinner tonight.  We got word yesterday that our oldest church member had died and her funeral will be late Tuesday morning.  I do plan to go as knew both she and her departed husband, who also lived to be 97 years old, since we first came to this area in 1996. I also know her daughter well, as she sings in the choir, and she has lived with them since retiring from teaching probably 10 years ago or so.  Stacey did get notice yesterday that her food stamps had been restarted and that is a very good thing.  She may still have to make a trip to their office but she hasn't gotten a letter to that effect yet. I need to take Mary down to visit with her and to see her myself.  We will be going to Atlanta on Thursday for Pat's doctor's appointment but won't be staying any time as Pat will want to get back home as it is a long trip.  I plan to have a quiet day today.

Etta Sue, I sure hope my word changed as I certainly knew it wasn't Sunday yesterday.  I certainly remember Jacob and briefly meeting his parents at the Shepard's Center.

Al, it will be good that you are close to one of your sons.  Have you ever lived in Texas before?  It is so important to be close to family when we reach that stage in our lives where some added help is needed.  This is becoming a bit of a concern for Pat and I also but would never leave the Atlanta area with Stacey still here.

Jeanne, I have the same thought about what would be involved in moving out of this house but know when the time comes the Lord will provide the way.  It would be good for you to be near your family and I agree with you in that I don't want to ever live with my children but would like to be near them.  Stacey is in subsidized housing through the Atlanta Housing Authority and all she pays in the monthly rent, which includes all the utilities and basic cable.  She is very fortunate.  It would be nice if you could find a place like that and she is right on a bus line.  It couldn't be much handier. 

Janet, I hope it is neither of us confused on Sunday?  Sometimes my fingers don't type what I am thinking and finding that I often say a word in place of what I am thinking also.  I hope that is just a part of us getting a little more Mature. 

Gord, glad you got that computer virus taken care of.  My SIL is a big part of her great grandchildren's lives and I know she is missing them while she is staying with us.

‎"If our body lay rotting on a dung heap, and our name was slandered by all, we would still have reason to praise Him because of Calvary."~Paul Washer

Gord, sorry I missed your call.  My fault.  I saw the area code and thought, I don't recognize that code.  So I didn't answer it.  Then I saw a voice mail...solicitors generally don't leave voice mails.  When I heard it was from you, I was sad.  I don't know if I can call you back without cost.  So give me a call again and I will remember that area code could be Gord!

And don't forget to turn up your clocks today.  Well, who wants to get up at 2am and do it?  I have mine already changed so maybe I won't realize that I lost an hour today! 

Nothing much going on today except Saturday chores that I don't do other days. 

Al, I hope your move to Texas is smooth and you enjoy the Texas atmosphere!

Jeanne, I am thinking that the older I get the less I like the cold weather and the dangers of being out in it.  You will enjoy being in the warmth and being close to family.  I am sure they will help out financially if needed.  You are a frugal person so they will know you aren't spending unnecessarily.

JudyB, did you like that pattern?  Did you check out any others through Google? 

It is nice out today here, too.  The grounds look like palomino horses.  Dotted with white.  It is 43° so a lot will melt today.  The snow we had was a very wet snow, really dense and made great snowmen so it will take longer to melt.

Hello everyone from a very cool but sunny coast of Oregon. I've been here every day to read but haven't had much to say.

Al Texas? Wow That's pretty far from McKinleyville and a lot warmer, quite a weather change for you as well. I will be praying for a safe trip and quick sale of your Mobile in MkVille.

Judy and Etta Sue  Do have have a pattern for a knitted or crocheted  hat with ear flaps?  I might be able to knit one if it is an easy pattern. My ears get so col even with my knitted or crocheted hats that I already have in abundance . I do walk everyday that it isn't raining and have been getting in about 5 miles a day. That includes some walking in place and jogging on the mini trampoline. 

Here is my Great Grand daughter who lives in South Carolina she is now 5 months old and I am so proud of my grand daughter, who is now off any kind of drugs. she is doing so good.

Etta Sue It is beautiful.  I don't crochet, however Ruth does so she has agreed to do it for me if I supply the yarn.  I have the easy part!.

About weather....I agree it is getting harder to deal with as I get older.  We love spring, summer and autumn here, and I dread the winter.  From Christmas till the end of March can be really rough on the joints!!!

Al:  Wishing you a fast sale on your home as well.  Best to you as you make this change.  You will find the Texas folks friendly - we lived in Plano for nine years.  A loving son wants you closer so that is a wonderful gesture. 

We will always be close to our children if they stay in Colorado but you never know if someone has to move for work.  The other thing is our high altitude and if we have any breathing problems (and, Don's lungs are scarred from pnuemonia ) that makes it a difficult place to live.

Marilyn:  Beautiful child.  Such a somber expression - don't you wonder what they are thinking?  Glad for your good news.

Happy Saturday to all of you!  I just got home from my painting meeting, and the wind is blowing something awful, so it was not a fun drive.n  And I had a "J" night, so am really tired.  I have read all your lovely posts, and will write more next time!

Marilyn, you have a precious Gr GrDtr.  What is her name? 
I am making a baby quilt for our expected Gr GrSon who will be named Seth. Due date in about a month. 

I have changed my bedside clock...maybe I should go to bed accordingly, just in case.  Probably won't matter though, I almost always wake up too early.

I am ready to watch "The Bible" again tomorrow night.  Looking forward to more stories even though there is so much violence portrayed. That was just a fact of life in those days.  The couple who produced the videos were on Huckabee tonight and said they were astounded at the huge numbers of viewers last week. 

Good night, everyone....Janice

Wow, it's dark out there!  It was totally dark when I got up at 7am.  Still no sun at 8am.  I have to go to church early since I am running the projector system for the gal that ran it while I was in Florida.  Becca is in Florida today visiting her sister.

JudyB, I thought you crocheted...my mistake.  You can still google 'knitted chemo hats' and there will be many.

Marilyn, I did see one hat with ear flaps but I don't have time to check it out right now.  I think the website I was looking at was www.allfreecrochet.com .  You might check it out yourself.  You have to register but the patterns are all free.

I started a different chemo wrap last night.  It seems a little stiff so we will see. 

It is 52°!!!  Spring is coming.  I knew all those robins in my yard knew something!!

Here you go, Marilyn!  It even looks like you!
http://thecrochetcrowd.com/adult-braided-ear-flap-hat.html

Hi everyone.  It is a bit overcast but going to get into the 60's today so will be very nice here.  I am ready for church and will have to leave the house in less than an hour.  Still trying to adjust to daylight saving time.  Other than church nothing much scheduled for today.  Yesterday our good friend came over to play games with Pat and Mary after we had a nice potato soup and salad lunch that Mary had prepared.  This friend brought over a large meal, which we will begin to enjoy for lunch today.  Last evening another church friend brought over vegetable beef soup, muffins and hot peach cobbler with ice cream and we enjoyed that for our supper last night.  Our refrigerator is full of food so we are not going to go hungry.  We just don't want to waste any of it. 

Maryilyn, certainly a cute great granddaughter. 

Carol, I don't ever intend to return to Colorado as the altitude really played havoc with my heart although I suppose I would adjust if I stayed there permanently.

Oh, Marilyn!  What a sweetie she is.  Congratulations!   

I keep my ears covered by wearing a kerchief - or as my stepmother called it a babushka.