"Make This day Great-"--

We are going to the dog groomer groomer for 9am-- It s raining--no snow till this afternoon, so we should be OK---   The above pictures are of Lopez this AM-----Beau the German (as in Shepherd)_has not suspected --so far--that he is going to the groomer---I shall write when I return-- I hope yer day is starting well--  

"MIND OVER MATTER"----  We CAN do whatever we have to do--because we are strong people!-- hugs my friends-- Get that smile on yer face----

 

Grandkids are the Warmth in my Smile!

Well, Good Morning! We made it thru  yesterday--and to-day is a brand new day--And we are so fortunate that we are not a cow, standing out in some  very cold field! There is always something to be thankful for! 

Yesterday I did buy bananas-- and my bill at the check out was only $97--the lowest it has been in months and months-I only bought what was necessary tho! --And to-morrow, big Beau FINALLY goes to the groomer--- The groomer had been ill but is now back working!-

Little Lopez and I, hoofed it up the back road and he did his business--The temperature was hovering around zero-- maybe a tad lower---Now in Canada , that is celsius ---He is a pretty good little fellow , with his coat on, to waddle along , in his bare paws, beside me- He does  not like the school bus passing by----runs back to me. so I can pick him up--Of course, I have him on a leash as he is so small and I'm always afraid I might lose him in the bush-

Yesterday I never did get on the Treadmill--but--I did sit down , on the piano bench and played to my hearts content-- I simply love playing the piano--It carries one to another world--and--I'm  definitely NOT a great player-- but-- Beau, Himself and Lopez all think I am--LOL-- YU know, if I had a barn full of cows, I'd play for them --They would love the music! 

Maybe we have to  do something everyday that we love to do, even if it is crazy-- and attempting to do whatever, even if we are not good at it, keeps us young--

It might be dancing-- or dreaming that we  once again are 16 years old-- or-- 30 years ----  If you could go back in time, what age would you like to be?--Or are you happy at the age you are right now?-

-I think-......  maybe  being the age I was when all the children were in Public School--or High school--I was so busy then, I really don't think I ever relaxed--  kinda like  it might've been fun to have not made such a big deal with them over crazy incidents--trying to mould them into the rigours of life- and all that hoopla --like-----what  we went thru after a school dance and they came home with a dent in my car (It was always my car!)-Was it so bad?--They were not hurt--  Himself always handled situations like that much better than me-

Anyway, one doesn't have be the best---just try our best--and  kids certainly make one's life interesting-

Maybe that is why we have all these grandchildren-- to relax more with them, kick up yer heels, and just enjoy them-

 

A little of "this and that"

Ho Ho Ho---  a new day--AND---"-WE" are in it!-----  We may as well be happy----not worry--because-

Lopez and I hoofed it up the road already-- his poor wee feet  must've been so cold--bare feet----  I have winter boots on--He only has the  4 tiny little  tootsies---He doesn't object--but-- I feel bad for him!

I kept my eyes peeled for wild life lurking around us--Only once did he look into the bush and stop and stare, but no growling, so I figured we were OK-

Here were the 2 boys (as in dogs)- after dinner last night, chewing on their bones--It gives me a bit of free time to watch something on TV-(but there was nothing on!)--

This AM, I hope to find 10 minutes to jump on the Treadmill, and walk at a brisk pace-- Yesterday and for sometime now, the old Sciatica in my legs has returned --Usually with some exercise, I can keep it at bay--There is always something isn't there?--

Yesterday Himself cooked Soya Chicken with Shiitake mushrooms , which we had with rice and a garden salad-

It was so good! --and I made banana bread 

and now have no more bananas-----which means-----  another trip to  the grocery store soon! 

--Oh well---  Did you know too, that we only have 2 more days until December?- Lord love a duck! -I think I have figured out the gift situation with the grandchildren-- son #2 the Air Canada Pilot, said to not worry about the adults--just gift the Grandkids----different than how I've always done it--but, I suppose everything is different than it used to be! 

I see the sun is peeking thru the clouds--- so I guess the day has begun-- Winter is around the corner---I don't believe anyone is going to give us a million dollars-- but--we have heat--and hydro--- and if we smile , and do the very best we can do to-day-- like--be kind to  your neighbour --and to a Policeman- (It could be son #3 )----  or  buy a coffee for  the pilot , if you're travelling (It might be son#2)- or tell the person who fixes yer pipes if they freeze that he did a great job (It could be Son #4)- or, tell the restaurant owner where you get a meal that it was delicious (It could be Son#1)_or if you live in Ohio, watch  for the daughter-----There is always a way yu can make someone's day!

 We may as well dream a little! 

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Happy Sunday!

 Doncha jess wish eh??-- I'm a homebody tho-- I love my home--- I love being home-- I do believe that one must travel somewhat tho, to appreciate being home.--

This is Nov. 27th----Did you know that to-day is "National Bavarian Cream Pie Day"---thanks to a French Chef, Marie -Antione Careine--??--  It is also "International Shift Worker Sunday",  also, the "First Sunday of Advent", --and on this day in 2005, the world's First successful partial face transplant took place----but---to me to-day,  it is a few weeks before Xmas-- We have a cloudy day outside, with a promise of snow flurries maybe later on --

I wonder what you are all doing to-day-- on this Sunday?--  cleaning?---going for a walk?---with your dog?-- going out for dinner?--reading a good book--?---resting on the couch?-----Shopping?---Driving back home from somewhere?--- Is Sunday a day of relaxation for you?-

Himself has lunch ready-- and the 2 boys (as in dogs)_ need to go out-and the sheets are off our bed-(-I always try to change the bed on a Sunday)-

-Funny what memories I have of a Sunday---I remember always washing my hair Sunday night--in the shower--and I hated doing it-as it was long horrible hair with no style--Mom did not believe in taking us to a hairdresser, for no reason,  so until we earned our own money,  long hair to me was a real problem--That is all I remember about Sundays , growing up--I never remember asking  Mom to   go to a hairdresser--  so, I guess I just accepted that I had this bushy  awful hair--and it was up to me to deal with it! Funny what kids remember eh?--probably why I am a tad paranoid to-day about my hair--

Anyway--  Himself again, says "Lunch is ready"-I hope your Sunday is restful-- 

 

 

"Let your Heart Sing"

This picture was taken by Son#1-a view of the Lake and what the kids always called, "Hawaian  Heat island"-because it was so hot sitting on the rocks there---They used to paddle from our dock, to that island and pick  wild blueberries.

We have bright sunshine--It is just above zero--and the snow is melting. I love it! Beau and I were out playing ball--then Lopez and I "hoofed" it up the road, keeping a close eye  out, for a coyote-- He kept looking into the bush, but no growling, so we were OK.--He just pitter pats along beside me (on a leash)- with his tiny bare toes which must be so cold!

I was going to tell yu about Himself , and how angry he became, when we drove into town to get a take-out dinner--last evening-- but--you know what?--He cannot even remember all that this morning---He is so lucky!---  I remember it all vividly!---- It is all over --well, I will not even go into it-because, "out of sight, out of mind"--"don't look back"---

I am late posting because I was dusting the piano, and then I sat down and played the piano--and  I couldn't stop--  Playing the piano is so relaxing--  Your mind is just carried away--I used to tell the piano teacher that I'd love to go away for a weekend, where one just sits at a piano and plays day and night--the whole weekend-- does nothing else--just plays and plays--and--I'm not even really  a good player! 

A Lady friend who took some University courses with me  when my kids were older  and  but still in school, called last evening-- We used to sit together and chitchat back and forth-, in a room full of teachers getting their degree----  well, she phoned---  and she follows Son #2 the Pilot's adventures in the sky-- Anyway, we both decided, before we turn "older than old"- we must get on Son#2's  BIG BIRD, that Dreamliner---- and fly somewhere-- I spoke to Son#2, the Air Canada Pilot, and he said, "Come to England Mom--the both of you"----(-and you know how I've always dreamed of meeting the Queen--)--I called this lovely Lady and we both agreed to go--together-- too late to see her majesty, but  maybe we could hang out on London Bridge (before its falls down-)- --I am so excited----Can yu believe it?---Something to look forward to--

So, for to-day, I hope that your heart is singing---It seems to be a good day not to worry too much--I hear gasoline prices are dropping to-morrow--We  are alive---  and I have bananas still and a wee nap planned (with my book) after lunch-- Any day one can grab a wee nap  is the best day ever!--And if any of you wish a ride on that Dreamliner , with us,  one day in the future, I believe it can be arranged and we can all sit on London Bridge-- and-- maybe  grab come English food-- and take our own pictures of food--  We must dream!---

Thanksgiving is over --Christmas is coming--  We have "heat" in our homes--- and we have "power"--unlike the people in Ukraine-- My heart goes out to them!-- 

 

Sometimes you gotta be your own hero!

Good Morning!--  we have mild temperatures ---rain yesterday--and I hear it is going to be mild for the nest few days-The snow is even melting--

Lopez and I braced the Coyote threat, and hoofed it up the back road-- and bless this wee fella's heart, he did his business. Beau was out with me around the yard here just before that--  so, the day has begun and I hear it is "Black Friday"- which doesn't mean too much in Canada, but it seems to be a shopping day in the US.---

Yesterday was my one day to get out alone--meet the other women  getting the hair done--and of course the HAIR LADY, did a fabulous job--from this--

--to this-----

Well--not too different, but I feel SO much better--  just to talk to a few friends , there, having a new hair-do, too! It is amazing how much it lifts one's spirits-And I made a trip to the pet store as it was "Seniors Day" there. Do any of you try to  get to Seniors Day at the various stores?--  I try to as sometimes it does save quite a bit--

This morning I poured over the bank books, just to make sure everything balances, as the $$$ goes out . Doncha jess wish  we all had a million dollars?--again, after an outing, when I get back home, I am completely pooped!--

There are days that I must make up my mind to be happy--no matter what! ---after all, I am NOT having to fill those Hummingbird feeders --They are all gone---  nor am I buying as much sugar to fill them-- I am NOT cutting grass --nor weeding gardens--  and most of the snow here has melted--

Dec. 6th I have booked an oil change for the car. I tried to get it sooner, but they tell me there is a shortage of mechanics. Did you know that?--I never heard of that before. -----We do NOT have any hurricanes heading this way--nor major snow storms--so--Life should be good now for while---  SO_---WE CAN BE HAPPY--Even Himself is OK for now! -

Let your smile change the world! --- good advice!---I wish I could help those people in Ukraine--- but I suppose in a way, we are all helping them, with our very high cost of living right now-- 

It really is a GOOD DAY TO HAVE A GOOD DAY_

Sometimes you just gotta be your Own Hero--

 

Bring your Husbands Inside!

I always laugh at this--   The poor guy eh??---

First of all--- HAPPY THANKSGIVING to all U.S. people! ---To-day is your day isn't it?-----

Thank you for all your confidence in me, on believing I would pass that 80 yr old Drivers Test-- AND I DID! ---Whatta lot of worry for nothing--- 

 There was a very short video on the Driver's Handbook-- plus we had to draw a clock and place the hands of the clock at 11-10--then a vision test-, without your glasses------A few people  could not read line 4--you know--those terrible charts one sees at the Eye Dr when you can only read a few lines and the rest are a big blur-Anyway, I had no problem with it all--  -went to Service Ontario afterwards and gave them $36 and  received a temporary licence for now ------It is a huge relief that the whole thing is over--for the next 2 yrs-

A neighbour called yesterday to let me know that there was a coyote in her yard-and to watch Lopez----We live in the bush, so I am not surprised-- I never put the 2 dogs outside alone--but, it is something else to think about.

Himself seems good--Of course his hearing is  terrible---  but, what can one do!---There were so many senior people  at that Drivers Test yesterday-- Too bad  he wasn't with me, to visit with some of them--

AND--to-day is "HAIR DAY"--I look like the Lady in the picture right now-- God Bless Hairdressers!

I hope that your day is a fabulous day---and that you will  make it that way-- Well, don't do everything it says down below--but--I really like ---"Tell a Jerk What you think"--and "Sing Out Loud"--and "Live life"---

AND------ENJOY THE DAY___  Don't let anyone put yu down! -----  YU ARE UNIQUE! 

 

Make Today Epic!

 --justa reminder----  MAKE TODAY EPIC!   I love it!-----and, Happy Thanksgiving to all in the U.S,---

I finished my book-- It was a true-Life Novel  by Jeanette Walls---  called, "Half Broke Horses"--I downloaded it onto my kindle---- I searched and searched for something to read that would be an easy read, and interesting-I absolutely loved it--It made me laugh out loud in parts of it--- The title , I thought did not do it justice---I am now reading her next 2 books , which follow that one--She sure lead an interesting life! 

I have to go for the Driver's Test, this morning, at 11.30 am------ This is the one that you must take every 2 yrs once you turn 80 years. Lord love a Duck! I have no idea how I ever got to be this old--- but I will be  on Dec.16th--This morning Himself asked me, "How are you going to get back home if you don't pass the test?"---  (He mustn't have much confidence in me eh?)---

"I will just drive home anyway!" I told him--like--I can't just stay there!--I need to drive--- I want to drive--I am The Caregiver--whether I want to be or not-- I better pass this thing!-(but-what if I don't?)

I just cannot think like that!

Everyday  something is happening- - one just has to carry on-- and------BE  AWESOME! 

--no blubbering-- Face the Music--No time to feel sorry for yourself---  but--a wee nap after lunch really does help! --It seems like this will be a good day and hopefully I can make it even better! 

You are special!

It isn't as cold this morning--  AND----  It will be thanksgiving  in the U.S.  soon--

---and the day after that, in the U.S.--- It will be the Christmas  season- ----exciting!----

I am going for bananas --as soon asa I can get Himself moving  here----  We do not even have one rotted  banana in the house--I shall chat afterwards---  All is well here-- I hope it is the same where you live---Do not feel sorry for herself-- (I seem to this AM!)-----

To-day will be as good as we want it to be--if we just smile and be strong!-WE CAN DO THIS! 

I took time yesterday , to make peanut butter cookies --had to show them to yu-- ready for the young Grandchild- 

 

"Keep Yer Chin UP!"

IT IS MONDAY--  Holy Cow! ---It's looking "mighty much" like it might snow---  or rain-- It is only minus 3C but, it feels like minus more!---There is no sun shining- I thought we might go for bananas but--Himself said, "Why not to-morrow?"----so, to-morrow it will be! -I cannot go  on Wednesday, as I have that "80 yr old Driving test " to go to----In Canada one must take a written test, every 2 yr after the age of 80 -I believe there is an eye test also--Next month I will be 80----How on earth I ever got to that age, I'll never know!

Himself is doing well  to-day--He was good yesterday also---It makes me wonder if that flu shot was the reason he sorta lost his mind, a day after that shot--  Maybe it made him tired?--- And when one is tired, he perhaps  kinda "lost his mind"--????  Who knows?--I really am guessing about all of this.

I have a question to you all?- How are you handling Christmas this year?-- Himself and I are on a fixed income-----and--we usually spend a small fortune over Xmas, and we do not have that "small fortune " anymore--Are you "giving" only to your Grandchildren?--Not their parents?--Are you buying gifts , or gift cards?-Are you making gifts--Are you "gifting " at all?--Lord love a duck! It is Xmas---so, how does one handle  the season?--- Maybe you have decided  to just "go for it" and bite that bullet in January?----  (Lord love a duck! )----

But, it could be Doomsday after "going "all out" with the January budget---  (Can you tell that I do adore cows?)---

Anyway, We shall load up on bananas to-morrow----Perhaps I shall get a nap in this afternoon, with my VERY good book--  (When I finish this book, I will tell you the name of it-)-It is the best book I read in ages!

I hear Himself with the Dyson, vacuuming the main level-- We have a Dyson on each level of this house--Himself is extremely good at keeping them clean and running-- and if one stops working he will order a new part for that one----plus, I find that company are excellent at mailing out the necessary part--which helps us, as we live in the middle of no-where, sorta near the North Pole---  (not too many stores!)_

I am rambling here--Just remember how fortunate we are to be a part  of this day--even if we do not see the sunshine, we must carry the torch for all those who went before us--all our kinfolk ---like yer Mom --and yer Dad-- Big hugs going out to all-- so--until to-morrow--as Dad used to say, "Keep Yer Chin Up!"