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It has been a busy week for me. We finally discovered something that helps Ed with his constipation. I baked some cookies with some Honey Bunches of Oats cereal in them and wow. it worked. I would just give him the cereal but he is allergic to milk. They turned out really tasty. He likes them so much that I have been baking almost every day.
I have several crochet projects in the works as always but now I'm feeling pressured again.
This week no one seems to want to take me to walmart. I went to another store with a neighbor yesterday, but didn't buy much as it is so expensive. Next week I have already secured a ride. My Saturday ride isn't going, and my spur of the moment ride is sick.
Then last night God sent me an angel. Now I know why we haven't been able to move yet. A new neighbor moved in recently so I took him some cookies. Last night he came down to thank me. We got to talking and he said that he would love to help us drive the Uhaul to NC. I have come to realize that with the meds that Ed is on he cannot drive. Mike is really skinny and Ed is skinny from side to side, and I am not. However the three of us should be able to fit in the cab fairly comfortably. Mike's vacation comes up in April.
A wonderful ending to a crappy week.
Also Mike said he would like to come to church with me one Sunday as he is looking for a church home. I also found out that I was born on his grandmother's birthday.
Hugs, loves, kisses prayers and a pain free day for all.
I have several crochet projects in the works as always but now I'm feeling pressured again.
This week no one seems to want to take me to walmart. I went to another store with a neighbor yesterday, but didn't buy much as it is so expensive. Next week I have already secured a ride. My Saturday ride isn't going, and my spur of the moment ride is sick.
Then last night God sent me an angel. Now I know why we haven't been able to move yet. A new neighbor moved in recently so I took him some cookies. Last night he came down to thank me. We got to talking and he said that he would love to help us drive the Uhaul to NC. I have come to realize that with the meds that Ed is on he cannot drive. Mike is really skinny and Ed is skinny from side to side, and I am not. However the three of us should be able to fit in the cab fairly comfortably. Mike's vacation comes up in April.
A wonderful ending to a crappy week.
Also Mike said he would like to come to church with me one Sunday as he is looking for a church home. I also found out that I was born on his grandmother's birthday.
Hugs, loves, kisses prayers and a pain free day for all.
the jury is out on sonata, but it was my first night. i'd probably still be asleep if penny hadn't had one of her barf alerts on the bed, so i woke up to get her on the floor and that pretty well kept me up. at least, no planned errands today.
i enjoyed my soup, so that will be nice for the weekend. i think as i warm it up i can add different things to it like indian spices or something else.
i'm looking forward to my shelving getting here, but no news on the tracking so far. it was coming out of ontario, canada, so that may take awhile with the weather that's going on.
if i'm up to it today i may get to my attitude adjustment to brighten things up. or it could just be a day of recuperation all around.
happy friday to all, esp martini and vicky. big hugs and lots of hope!
Well this is my 4th try. The cyber ghosts are st it again.
Grammagus, I'm glad Ed is feeling better. I hope you get a ride to walmart soon. It sounds like you're busy crotcheting again. God Bless you. God always sends us Angels when we need them. Did your daughter find an apartment already. That's great news!
Serenity, I'm sorry Penny isn't feeling well. Hopefully she'll feel better soon. Is that a different medicine you took to sleep or was that the same one you've been taking? Hopefully, you can get a nap in.
I got my pump filled yesterday and spent a nice afternoon with Renay. I finally had a good night's sleep last night. The Landlord fixed the alarm. He's good with fixing things. Anyway, I have a few errands to run today. Need to get some fruits and a few other things at the store.
I hope everyone has a great day and hope you all have low pain. I hope all those who are suffering have a much better day today. I'm praying fir you Vicky and Martin. Hope you both have an easier day today.
Love and hugs,
Xoxoxo
Mary Ellen
Grammagus, I enjoy reading your good news. You need to share your cookie recipe with the rest of us that deal with constipation or just the name. It would be nice to have a good treat. Hope it all works out with your move.
Serenity, hope your shelves arrive soon, I decided it is so much easier to shop online then to run around trying to find it. Sometimes I order from Amazon and it is here in two days and one day the next day.
I am soup person also. Enjoy yours.
Fayre, stay warm running your errands and glad the pump got fixed.
I am waiting to go in for my test, so hope the day goes fast, Looking forward to tomorrow.
Lets all hope for sunshine and daises to make our days brighter and better.
MAGIC
Grammagus, I'm so glad you found something that works for Ed, the cookies sound yummy! I'm sorry you haven't been able to get a ride to Walmart this week. As ME said God always sends an angel when we need them. How nice of him to offer to drive you both there. I'm sure you'll enjoy getting to know him better over the next few months. So glad your week ended on a positive.
Serenity, I hope Miss Penny feels better soon. There's nothing like the pets barf alarm, I know it well lol! I hope the Sonata works well for you tonight. I'm glad you enjoyed your soup. A perfect meal on these cold days.
Mary Ellen, yeah on landlord fixing the alarm. I'm so glad you had such a nice time with Renay yesterday. Make sure you bundle up when out and about today.
Magic, your in my thoughts and prayers today, I hope your test goes well.
Not much on the agenda today other than ice & more ice. Hubby ended up having to go into work at 3am instead of 5 due to the weather. Outside of building and maintaining the cop cars he also works on the snow plows. Puppies and I are ready for some sleep. They were confused and not amused being woke up early lol!
Hope everyone is keeping warm and pain/stress stays on the low side.
Hugs & God Bless
Lisa
Good luck with your test honey. I hope everything goes well today. it's snowing here again, so I'm with you about hoping for the sun to come out soon. let us know how you make out.
hugs and love
xoxoxo
Mary Ellen
I hope you are feeling? Your hubby is out early working and in this cold weather too. He must be freezing out there. I hope you are just relaxing until your appointment. I hope your pain isn't too unbearable. Have a good day-
love and hugs
xoxoxo
Mary Ellen
Grammagus, glad you got a ride to Walmart this Saturday. It's hard to rely on others to take you everywhere. Congrats on the cookies. I'm sure you'll get to know the neighbor better in the next several months. If he's as nice as he seems, it will be a Godsend.
Hi Serenity! Glad the Sonata worked so well! Sissy (RIP) had a sensitive stomach. She threw up just about every day. We finally found IAMS Sensitive Stomachs and it seemed to lessen the nausea or whatever it was that caused the vomiting in the first place. Glad your soup turned out so yummy. Will be interesting what happens when you add the spices. I hope you make it to your attitude adjustment (TY Erika) today.
ME, going out for fruit? Might be a good day to just batten down the hatches today after the hellish 24 hours you had yesterday but I know you'll find a way to just go get your fruit. Stay warm wherever you end up today. xoxo
Magic, YAY, the day is finally here. Please update when you get home, ok?.
Lisa, ice and more ice doesn't sound appealing to any one but your back, lol! Sorry your hubby has to work outside in these temps but by now he's probably used to it! Nighty night, hope you sleep well. Hugs
It's very cold here today. I usually love wintertime but playing musical cats has put a damper on that. Roxy was running around the house when I woke up. She trotted into the bathroom. I put her in her room when I saw the fellas both at the door. Real feel temps were in the teens. I let them in, fed them and they went to siesta. Max had to stop by the door to Roxy, growl, then rush the closed door like he could break it down. I'm very worried about when we will be able to let Roxy meet them.
I'm doing well today so far. I may find something to cook today. We'll see. In the meantime, I hope everyone stays warm and my wish for those suffering with aches and pains is for relief.
Hugs,
Dianna
magic, good luck with the test.
lisa, boy, that it is early, but that's a vital job. stay warm with your little fur babies.
dianna, i don't know how you manage all the cat wrangling. i hope it goes well.
i'm beyond tired. maybe a sonata fog or my sinuses or all the running yesterday, then cooking. i haven't been able to take a nap.just playing computers and watching the coverage in france. i've had enough of that. the hostages are free.
yeah, with her long hair furballs are a part of life. i've tried all kinds of things. it's not too bad.
i'm just going to be a couch potato.
Grammagus I've been wondering where you've been hiding out. You've been busy! What a gift in your neighbor! Oatmeal is a great stimulant as well as other grains and don't forget beans :).
Serenity yay for Sonata, boo and sad for Penny and you. I'll be happy when you get your shelving just to here in 2mths that you finally got it the way you want things! Whoop whoop! Going on ahead and smack me a good one LOL. I'm just as bad ;)
Aw ME how's Renay doing? I'm sure it means the world to both of you to spend time together. Hope that pump fill er up brought your pain levels down. Good to hear you got some good sleep finally.
Magic best wishes with your test today. I hope last night and this morning didn't wear you out too much. Don't forget to put some gatoraid or something back in you.
Lisa keep on resting and know i'm thinking of you ♥. I know it's been challenging and you're probably ready to climb the walls by now, holler at me anytime :).
We all look forward to Friday for Vicky and Martini! We know how much pain costs and admire the hell out of you both for pushing thru a work week. Wish you would/could quit though.
I've got to get back out today and do just a few things. I slept hard last night. That Benadryl wiped me out and I never fully recovered from it! Watch out for a Benadryl addiction! Not! I didn't like the muscle spasms that happened later.
Well I better get a move on.
Love the FC and miss those MIA,
Toni
it sounds like your soup came out great Serenity, it will be fun to add this and that to create a whole new taste...enjoy the different variations of it. i hope your shelving unit comes soon, i know how much you are looking forward to it. so glad the pump refill went well Mary Ellen and you and Renay enjoyed your visit. its about time you got some good winks in, glad to hear it.
im glad to see you Magic. hope the testing goes smoothly and i second your wishes for sunshine and daises. hope youre resting well Lisa and that the ice helps you feel better. your hubby has an amazing job. nice to hear you are doing good so far Dianna. i hope the guys will welcome Roxy in nicely, her scent must be driving them crazy not to be able to see her in person. ill think good thoughts that the actual meet n greet goes on good without any fur flying.
O'pen is broken. will exchange it Sunday. my back pain is elevated from me wiggling in my seat, cant help moving to the beat lol been enjoying music lately. i usually dont listen to much because it usually triggers bad memories. i found a batch of tunes that dont sooo im a happy camper flailing my arms every which way lol its fun. going to relax til Sunday. then its off to moms so hubby can install a toilet assist for my step dad before he goes in for hip replacement Tuesday.
im so glad its the last day of the work week for Martin and Vicky. i hope the weekend treats us all well. low stress and managed pain.
Too nauseated so took phenergen and now a sitting, breathing zombie. Fur babies with me and I shall stay put while hubby gets the supplies I need to finish mini baby album tomorrow. Had to edit this so many times as really in a zombie but better state of affairs......
Later.
Love, Hugs and Low Pain,
Joanne