Put on those magic red shoes--

 Every day really is a gift--  There is no use being angry--or upset about anything--  When we are given any gift, we say thank yu--- (this time to the good Lord)-He has allowed us to  have this day- a gift---and we are so fortunate.

This morning I am taking Himself to talk to the anesthesiologist who is supposed to be  at the head of the table while Himself has a scope of his bowels, next week-- He is not supposed to have any anaesthetic-(so why do they want this guy to meet him?)--- I am against him even having this procedure at his age----  (That is the REAL reason I am going this AM)-Hopefully I can talk to this guy  to talk Himself out of it)

I am beginning to believe now, watching Himself, that people kinda lose their brain function, maybe after the age of 90---some earlier--It seems to me that crazy things happen the older the brain is! Last night I heard terrible sounds coming from the dishwasher-- which Himself had loaded-- I opened the  door of the dishwasher and all these plastic bowls fell out--which had been rolling around inside the machine--Himself cannot hear so never thought there might be a problem- --And how many times is the tap left running?--Himself does not hear that either.-  

                                                                It kinda drives one crazy!

Anyway, time to get on with  the day here--- I hope that your day is going well---Just MAKE it go well---sing---dance a little--Put on those magic red shoes--tap them together---- and "voila"---yu never know what will happen!--You might even get to see the wizard and meet a scarecrow and a cowardly lion!

                                                    -For sure,  I will talk to you all later

You are an Amazing Person and a Beautiful Human Being!

 a new day--Make it a good day---Big Beau returned home here to-day--Well, his ashes are now here in his home--

 Happy tears full of good memories flowed from my eyes--I called Son#2, the Pilot, and he said, "Welcome home Beau--"---and more happiness dripped down my face-

-Beau was only 9 yrs--- came to us with a heart that used to skip a beat --They called it A Fib--I called the breeder, who told us that she would replace him--"No Problem", she said---  We discovered his heart problem at about 2-3 yrs of age--when he was being neutered----They told us it was a bit of a problem in Shepherds----_ So, a Canine Heart specialist was contacted and Beau was put on  heart medication--

We restricted his activity somewhat---as well as his diet, and decided that he was our dog, no matter what, and decided to accept that fact that we might  only have him 2 yrs----  and, 2 yrs went by quickly and, he was taken off the heart medication---so----we decided we may only have Beau 4 yrs----or ---whatever--- and then I even forgot that he had a heart problem--and, we had Beau for 9 yrs---and he passed suddenly not too long ago, as you all remember--but--Big Beau ,was my good friend, and a great  treasure, and, is now home where he belongs--So, it has been an eventful day--

Himself is at his Day Program--Of course he did not want to go, but with a little friendly persuasion--well, you know--It's a change for him--gets him out of the house, they call him "DR YOUNG"--so respectful---which he likes-and he has lunch there---which he likes--and it is good for me-- I get to text you all--

Yesterday I spread the fertilizer all around the grass going to the lake-AND--- 2 very nice men are coming Friday to take apart 2-3 docks which Himself built maybe 30 yrs ago--They are donating the wooden planks on the surface of each dock to a neighbour who has great plans for the wood-

Queen-agers ----senior women---  great name I'd say--We have become "Queen-agers"----I like it! Whatever we are called, we are good people--doing what is necessary to make each day better---

                                and being a woman, in to-day's world is not easy--but-------

Always be positive--

You all are really the best!!--All of you had great ideas and I do appreciate all your knowledge AND SUPPORT--Thank you so much! --  I am not "going---or coming" in my mind as much--- hopefully staying put---  maybe partly because of the beautiful new washing machine-  

Well--an hour later here---  2 workers appeared--- I took them down to the dock--- 3 of our docks were built many yers ago---  when we had the cottage ---They are pretty much destroyed-=-  The 2 workers (used to be our neighbour)-  said they will strip the wooden planks off  those old docks--and give them to another neighbour--fix a retaining wall down there--and replace  the  front step which is rotting---So that will help  keep the water front looking better and prevent the front step from caving in-----

2 hrs later----A Lady just stopped in with coffee for Himself and sat and chatted with me and this man I live with--and just left--It is now 1pm--That was so so nice of her! It made  Himself's day-for sure--

So , it is almost 1pm--lunch time--and not much has gotten done--but--=It is so good to see Himself happy-- that some nice Lady took time to talk WITH HIM__Holy cow eh?----  Whatta difference I see in Himself, just knowing that someone had time in their day to talk to him--She was the person giving the Covid shots last week--

So---- I hope that your day is  happy----(If you're happy and you know it, clap your hands!)---and in case you are wondering to-day, yes, to-day I shall live here in this house--our home-- because a lot of people told me it is a good idea---=ALL OF YOU!-- YOU ALL ARE THE VERY BEST PART OF MY LIFE--

                                             So, get offa here--Go out and enjoy the day--

                                                                just remember---

Deep thoughts ---

Good morning to you all--I have a picture of a dog---  above---  That's because the "rescue Dog"  people sent me an email of a 2 yr old Female German Shepherd---looking for a forever home--I  keep thinking of her and wonder what kinda dog is she"?-- Is she "laid back"-?---  Does she have a good disposition? Should I get her right out of my mind?---  Am I going right out of my mind even thinking of her?---

And some of the kids were out yesterday--and guess what?--Of course they want us to re-list this house--sell it--- But----Where would we ever go?--This IS our home and we love it here--So---here we go again--I really hate the  thought of real estate  folks going thru this house AGAIN---  really turns me off---  and AGAIN, where would we move?--

                                                                I AM THE STORM---mixed up-

                    I need  to have the plan--to do whatever I am able for as long as I can----and I must tell my children the plan---because, to me, it feels right----but-------Is it right????????  When one is "Ageless"---one doesn't necessarily live in a long term "HOME"---does one?--- Lord love a Duck-------Maybe I need to  be braver than I believe and stronger than I seem---- AND SMARTER ----It just feels right, to stay where we are right now---

What a Wonderful World!

Sunday----a day of rest----  LOOLOLOL----  (As if eh?)--but-- we might a wee nap this afternoon---- I shall tidy up this house and fertilize the front lawn--maybe the septic  grass also----

Son#2 the pilot will be flying home to Toronto this evening--from Britain--

                                                He sent some pictures of the English county side

                                                        and of course--FOOD--curried lamb--

The Curried Lamb was made by his INLAWS who he took the train up to visit---

So, that is what a Pilot does while he is waiting for his flight to return home--I am always happy when he texts me to tell me his flight number ,  to return to Toronto-- and when he texts, "PUSHIN"----meaning, he is leaving the gate--pushing back, ---I know he en route to come home -

And now I must ask,"How is your day going?----  Are you as happy as a clam at high tide?--are you feeling strong?--Are you "Happy and you know it"--- It doesn't matter what other people may think_and, sometimes it is good to act a tad crazy----dance up a storm--sing out loud to your heart's content--

                                        

You know, we only pass through this world once--so attack this day with enthusiasm--

Enjoy you Sunday--and--- guess what?-I shall check in on you all this evening---

You just need to believe!

                                                                 The year's at the spring, and day's at the morn: Morning's at seven;  The hill-side's dew-pearled:  The lark's on the wing,  The snail's on the thorn; God's in his heaven----All's right with the world.___-------Robert Browning

What season do you enjoy the most?  ---probably summer  ?----  Spring IS exciting tho--like, everything  is waking up from a winter's sleep ----Summer is fun for sure,   and  Fall is beautiful--

Spring to me is like being born again----The birds return---The grass begins to grow ---Leaves return on the trees---and----then-----BLACKFLIES ----which I suppose have some purpose  ---- 

  How are you all this morning?--  We did have a pretty good day yesterday ---and I have decided that I really am WAY too young to be this old--so, I shall not think about "aging" anymore--- because--the more one does  give it too much thought----well, you know----BUT--  Adlai Stevenson said, "It is not the years in your life but the life in your years that count."  And that is true isn't it?

Groceries seem to be the number one item on the agenda to-day--The number two thing is raking the front grass AND fertilizing- so, as I once heard one child say, "Let's get this baby into action!"---and, the sooner I get to town, the better--

We both got a "Covid Booster" shot yesterday--  They told us, everyone over 80 yrs (SEE?----that is ME!)----  needs  it--  No pain-- nothing--  AND, I PUSHED HIMSELF RIGHT INTO THE CLINIC IN HIS WHEEL CHAIR___Holy Cow --"without"-- him yelling and screaming that I was going to bounce him out----  Holy Cow eh?

Life is certainly not easy , but-----we shall not think about that, and carry on here--- because--- WE ARE STRONGER than we believe--Right?---

                                                            --no matter what it takes----RIGHT?

I shall talk to you all this evening--- read how your day is going--- and  I know it will go well, because, YOU WILL MAKE IT GO WELL!-----big hugs-----now SMILE and get outta here!

                                                

Always remember how special you are!

I have learned that I have to "MAKE" it a wonderful day----There are so many things that can get in the way of  that word, "WONDERFUL"---For instance, to-day, Himself seems good--- no Day Program though---and I have arranged to pay his taxes----so that is out of the way---I believe it will be a better day to-day, than yesterday--and there will be NO CRYING---  Lord love a Duck!---

--and we have rain falling--AGAIN---and the grass needs raking , which will eventually get done---I hear that Son#2, the Pilot , is off to England to-night-----More food pictures will be on their way--eventually----groceries to-morrow-----fruits and vegetables will be a priority--oranges, and berries---

How is your day going?---  Is it raining in your area?---Are the Humming birds back to your windows? I haven't seen them here--yet-----Have gasoline prices increased where you live?--  They have here--Are you "HAPPY AND YOU KNOW IT "--to-day?---Do you get a lot of help  in your life----like  a house keeper, or a gardener ?-----and lastly-----Are you grown children a tad bossy?--- 

                                                    I just found the above , pretty funny---AND true!

So, I must call the Clinic and get the latest update on a Covid Booster--- tidy the house----  and get to town with Himself to fill the car up with gasoline--and we are getting a "take-out" lunch----

To-day might be a good day to just sit and remember all the good people and events, that we have had in our lives----

                                            AND--always remember how special you are!-