how about drinking?

ChiSandy

Ah, Sue, wish I’d known you were flying SW—I’d have cautioned that they only use Love Field (there was a big to-do about that for years, all the way back to when they were a multi-stop “milk run” airline).

Lori, how I wish I could wear heels like that! My E (EE for the left) forefoot and AA heel, plus L bunion & bunionette put the kibosh on that long before I developed cuboid syndrome/chronic stress fracture (podiatrist says the former, orthopod the latter—but both say to wear only wide-toe shoes with orthotics). There is a line of supposedly-bunion-friendly heels (kitten, 3” and 4”) by Janet Lopez, made in Italy. They have wider forefeet and deeper toe boxes and no seams to irritate bunions. They also cost >$225 (some $285)—cheaper than Jimmy Choos, or Finn Comfort & Mephisto orthopedics, but still… I can cram my tootsies into wide-width Hush Puppies or Clarks semi-wedge nearly-flat leather pumps, or Aravon kitten heel Mary Janes for dresswear, or glitzy Vionic or Alegria rocker-bottom sandals to set my bunions free. The fashion police can kiss my you-know-what.

Bob brought home the leftovers from a cheese plate last night, so I poured myself a couple ounces of Barolo to go with it. If there’s no more Vermentino remaining to go with tonight’s whitefish, I’ll crack a bottle of Mumm Napa brut.

NativeMainer

Good Morning, Loungettes! Happy thirsty Thursday! Boy did the weather break here yesterday, from muggy summer heat to crisp fall chill. Not only did not need the AC last night, ended up turning off the fan, pulling up the blanket AND covering up Sadie who was cuddled up next to me! I've also noticed it's getting darker earlier, and school starts next week for many places, the week after for the rest. This summer has flown by! Still got some time left, though.

Goldie--gorgeous shoes, don't blame you for getting both colors! And great price! Have a good trip, drive safe.

Mema--Argh, not fair that there are two airports! Your poor DH, going through all that after all the convincing you had to go through. Glad you got there safely anyway! Sounds like the appointments went well, despite making for long days. Bet the pooches were VERY glad to see you!

Chi--them's some expensive shoes! I have bunions and know the need for wider/deeper toe boxes. Really makes finding snow boots interesting every year. Love the idea of wine and cheese in the afternoon!

Dances with Hornets' DOTD:

Green Goblin

Ingredients

• 1 shot Blue Curacao
• 1/2 pint Lager
• 1/2 pint Hard Cider

Directions

Cider First, Lager then Curacao

Best served in a Beer Mug.

ChiSandy

Yeah, those Janet Lopez shoes looked promising (though I’m still skeptical that any high heels and toe boxes not shaped like actual feet can be bunion-friendly), but at those prices? No way. I’ve spent that much or more on Finn Comforts (or Mephistos, before my left foot got to wide courtesy of the bunion and bunionette), but that’s because I spend all day on my feet in them whenever not wearing sandals or gym shoes (and even there, my options are limited by said forefoot and extreme fallen arches). For something in which I will spend a couple of hours at most? $100 is my upper limit. And they’d better not hurt. I love Alegrias, which I can get online for $70-100 on sale—they are shaped like feet, have removable orthotic footbeds & rocker soles; but I have to pad their edges with foam & moleskin because the skin on my feet is so delicate that the slightest friction or sharp edge gives me blisters.

Jazzygirl

Hi friends- sorry I have been off the radar a bit. Just been a bit more of social media this week to stay focused on more things I need to be doing.

I went for my blood draw today and will find out next how my cholesterol and all the rest are doing. My fasting glucose, BP, etc. have all been super good. And think the scales may be moving down once again. Been stuck for a few months with my weight loss continuing on, but this does happen. We be jammin' again. Been enjoying doing some shopping for some smaller sizes too! Moving more into a 12/mediums from the 14 and XL world I have been in for awhile.

Weather is overcast and cool today which is nice. I am off to see the new Pirates of the Carriebbean movie in a bit that features Javier Bardeem. Hubba hubba!

goldie0827

LDB, I am praying super hard for you girl. Sounds like it could be good news, more so than not. So sorry about missing your flight, and now DH is done done done with flying. Glad to hear you had a good time.

Sandy, believe me those shoes won't be long on my feet, nor will they be worn very often. Or if we are out and going to be doing lots of walking. I too have a wide foot, but can usually wear the regular width (hoping they stretch a little)!

NM, I hope your week is going well. You have had some strange weather, for sure. I was just telling my DH, because the temps being mentioned here, 90's and into the 100's, that we have really had a hot summer this year.

Jazzy, you are doing awesome, keep it up.

We made it to Utah. Just walked around and then had something to eat. There will be more going on in town today and then slot canyon at 2. That is suppose to take 4 hours. Really excited about this.

NativeMainer

Good Morning, Loungettes!Happy TGIF! Got to fill the dumpster today, and get packed up for a week of cleaning out at Auntie's house. Working a clinic tomorrow morning, probably head down to Aunty's in the afternoon. My cousin's flight gets in just before 5 peeyem.I'm looking forward seeing my cousin and visits with other cousins, but not looking forward to the going through stuff part. Laura's already arranged for another roll off dumpster (a big one like last time). We already know a good bit of furniture is going into it. I expect it's going to be a bit of an emotional time for everyone.Got to be done, though and we'll get through it.

Big goal for the Labor Day weekend will be getting the kayak out and getting it in the water. I'll probably do the Field Stream avian sanctuary that I love. A bit late to see the osprey chicks but there will still be plenty of birds to see. And it's a pretty paddle.

I found a new wine related website called Naked Wines. It's a way of financing indie winemakers. I'll be putting $40 a month into my Naked piggy bank, can spend it on any wine I want at wholesale pricing, will get a bottle a month at no charge. If I go back on the site and rate the wines I get they'll use the ratings to determine my tastes and use that info when choosing the free wine bottle and to make recommendations. I had a Groupon voucher so I got $95 worth of wine for $48. Mostly American wines, but lots of French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and others, too. I've browsed the wine listing several times, it's huge and fascinating! I'll be picking up the 6 pack tomorrow, got a mixed box: 2 Moscato, Zinfandel, Reserve Rose, Merlot, Reserve Merlot, AND a free introductory 3 pack. Won't know what those are until I see them. They only accept a certain number of new Angels at a time, there are 5646 people in front of me, 1464 behind me, according to the site. I expect to have a lot of fun with this!

Chi--for $70 to $100 I would expect a shoe to NOT HAVE sharp edges to cause blisters! The bunions are a real challenge in the shoe choice department.

Jazzy--buying smaller clothes, what a rush!You must feel great about that!

Awfully quiet in the Lounge recently.Just a reminder, as of the weekend I will be at Aunty's place, and do not expect to have internet or phone access for the week, so no surprises if you don't hear from next week. I may be able to jump on family members' internet from time to time, will try to remember to poop in and let you all know I'm still around.

Dances with Hornets' DOTD:

Blister

Ingredients

• 1 oz Vodka
• 1/4 oz Blue Curacao
• 1 oz Bourbon
• 1 splash Orange Juice
• 1 splash Pineapple Juice

Directions

Shake and strain into glass.

Best served in a Shot Glass.

Jazzygirl

Good morning ladies- going to post a bit more before I disappear for the weekend. I am sitting on my patio enjoying a cool morning and it is for sure feeling more like fall. The start of Sept is a week away now already. Summer went fast. how about for you?

The Pirates of the Carribbean/Dead Men Tell No Lies was far better than expected. I think they upped their game with including Javier Bardem in the cast. I sense this is going to be the last of them, although are these franchise movies ever over? Even Alien, Jaws, etc. seem to resurrect periodically. Don't get me started on the Sharknado series either, lol! Anyways, it was a good, fun cheap time last night. I have plans for another movie next week too (I sometimes go in phases with this....)

Today is biz stuff, a trip to the pool at noon for a swim, and then going to this fabulous new rooftop bar at a new five star restaurant here in town called The Hotel Chaco. A good friend is celebrating a birthday (and ha ha, she won't ever tell me how old she is either) and we decided to try it out. I stopped there this week as I was down in that area and checked it out and my jaw dropped. Got us a reservation while we are there and it should be a nice evening for this out (clouds and rain yesterday, more this weekend, today looks perfect).

Goldie- glad you made it to UT and looking forward to seeing pics of that canyon. It is on my bucket list. I am a total shoe lover and have some higher heals I wear for special events. Most of my shoes are lower or low pumps for work, other things are more for those special evenings out (which are rarer these days).

ChiSandy- I love the Allegria shoes. I have a great pair of red patent leather clogs I got there and some summer sandals that are one of my fav pairs.

NM- I wish you the best with the clean out this weekend. It was very emotional for us when we had to clean out our mother's house 12 years ago. And she was still alive then too, but all the memories. And when someone has passed, there is also a lot of grief that can come up. I am glad you are doing it as a team, so you can support one another. Don't be surprised if people have to step away with tears sometimes too, just give each other love and support as those things happen. I wish you the best with it.

And kayaking sister, you go girl. On your list to get back in to this year and glad to hear you are doing it. The fall will be a nice time to do some kayaking for you too.

And I have one question about the Naked Wine, if you drink a bottle of it, do you end up naked? LOL!

Mema- thinking of you and like Goldie, lots of love and prayers to you for good outcomes on things.

Cami- thinking of you and hoping you are getting some time with Joey around the start of his new school year. I hope he has a good one and expect that girls will become a bigger part of the story now in his teens? Did he decide to try the flute yet?

Dara- sending you good vibest to pass all those tests you are working on. Hoping your cousin is doing better too.

Where is Genny and Hsant? Celia and LLL?

Wishing everyone a good last weekend here in August

illimae

I'm here but haven't caught up on all the posts yet. Super busy at work today, getting some last minute info out to other offices about Hurricane Harvey, then off to rads. I'll be staying in all weekend, mostly relaxing but I did bring my work laptop home in case I have to work or can't get in to the office on Monday. I am well prepared and safe, so all good here.

Jazzygirl

Be safe LLL. This storm sounds really bad.

ChiSandy

Well, Heidi is not out of the dietary woods. The vet called yesterday (overruling her P.A.) saying that a 4-oz. weight loss was not enough. UA showed there are still a few crystals (which is not uncommon but not optimal), elevated protein (but the disclaimer was that might have been a function of the collection process—kinda hard to get a kitty to give a “clean catch midstream" sample), and elevated kidney enzymes—good news in that it means her kidneys are working just fine. We have to bring her back in 6 weeks for another UA and weigh-in. So she is back on the urinary-health kibble…low-cal version. And no more Friskies “cat crack" for her: low-cal urinary health wet food, too. Uh-oh. She is so finicky that she turns her nose up at eating the same flavor two days in a row, and this stuff comes in only one flavor: Yuck. We will also have to figure out how to feed them separately, as she likes to bully Happy away from his kibble and he pounces on her leftover wet food. We also have to figure out how to get her to exercise more—maybe she'll chase a laser pointer. (Happy plays like a puppy).

My tailbone is still very sore, but my trainer is delighted with my progress. He wishes I had more dietary discipline, but oh, well. (At least I have to eat my tomatoes before they get so ripe that they rot).

As to foot blisters, alas, they know no price point. Some of the worst ones I ever got were from Stuart Weitzmann fancy-dress pumps and even flats. I have a whole collection of Alegrias: mules, clogs, Mary Janes, and one pair of sandals—that one pair got me all through Italy last summer, and looks it (yeah, I got blisters from those too—my feet sweated). Time to change insoles—those have Forum and Tuscan vineyard grunge all over them.

Speaking of shoes, yesterday I decided I needed a second pair of workout shoes so that they can air out every other day. It's been two years (to the day) since I bought my Hoka Conquests (fairly supportive and like walking on marshmallows, but not much motion control—my left arch was starting to roll inward and feel sore), and the store that sold them to me went out of business. I still feel self-conscious wearing my old (5 yrs!) New Balances—the only people in my gym wearing NBs are older white guys (and we and the gym are in a very diverse neighborhood). Besides, the ultra-motion-control cross-trainers I have are men's and too long (with such a projected outsole that I trip going downstairs in them) and the walkers weigh a ton. (Friends looked at the soles and wondered if I had them on the wrong feet)! So I went to the store my trainer recommended. Had to wait 40 min. to get fitted (there were two serious marathoners and a spectacularly entitled aging Russian trophy wife—LV bag, Rolex, huge diamond crucifix, sequined sneakers—constantly on her cell yakking in Russian, as was her husband), but I didn't mind—my trainer wants me to stand as much as I can.

Was finally waited on by the most apologetic, patient woman on earth, who didn't roll her eyes when I told her I have a very wide left forefoot with both a bunion & a bunionette, and that because I have knee implants I'm a walker and not a runner. “No problem" she said, "but you might need just an orthotic." I told her sure, but I also wanted a second pair of shoes for rotation. So we went through a whole bunch in my size. Brooks Dyad seemed to fit best but since they're not motion control shoes they needed orthotics too. In which case, the edges of some hit the callus beneath my bunion and were guaranteed to turn it into a blister. Finally, she said “let's try the Superfeet Wide—they say they're for 3E on up but I might be able to bevel them to fit you without hitting that callus." Sure enough, that did the trick in the Brooks pair, but so did a pair of PowerSteps (five bucks cheaper) nearly as well. Meanwhile, I put the PowerSteps in my Hokas and they worked perfectly, but the Superfeet—which worked in the Brooks—didn't work in the Hokas. So I ended up buying the Brooks with the Superfeet, and a pair of PowerSteps for my Hokas. You might wonder why I didn't just do Zappos—but I wanted to double-check my size and have someone who knows her stuff fit me.

NativeMainer

Good Morning, Loungettes! Just a quick poop in before I head out to the Immunization Clinic, then head down to the island for the week. Wanted to remind everyone that I won't have internet or phone service most of the time, so no worries if you don't hear from me until next weekend. Sadie's going with me, so she'll be getting lots and lots of attention since she'll be substituting for my cousin's 2 doggies that have to stay home in Vegas.

Jazzy--not sure if you end up naked after a bottle of Naked Wines, but I'll let you know!Picking up the case after the clinic today, probably take a couple of bottles with me.

Illi--I'm glad to hear you are well prepared for Harvey. I watched some of the weather channel coverage last night, looks like a really big storm and they are saying it's going to just kind of sit there for a few days. Be safe!

Chi--poor Heidi! Back on the special diet, doesn't sound like fun. But glad there is some progress, though. Sounds like you brought some of Italy home with you on your insoles! That is a lot to go through for a couple pair of shoes, but it sounds like it will be worth it in the long run. Love the trophy wife description!

Dances with Hornets' DOTD:

DIRTY SNEAKER

1 part(s) Rasberry Schnapps

1 part(s) Lemonade

Special instructions:

Mix well over ice and enjoy.

ChiSandy

It gets even more complicated with Heidi. She likes her lo-cal urinary kibble, but I had a most unpleasant surprise when I opened the first can of lo-cal urinary wet food for her evening feeding: it's “tasty morsels in gravy." What's wrong with that? Don't all cats love canned food that resembles people-food? Well, when it comes to canned food, my kitties prefer to “kick it old-school:" ground/loaf-style/paté (the latest industry designation for the gooshy stuff). Fifty bucks' worth of prescription food that might go to waste. Heidi sniffed at it, licked up all the gravy, and left the morsels. I had to scrape it off the plate and put it and the remainder of the can into my mini-Cuisinart to puree (or at least grind). I put the plate back on the floor, but she hesitated because Happy (already well-fed) was hovering. So I waited till Happy went to take a nap; I then added a bit less than a tsp. of his salmon Friskies to her food, and she jumped onto the center-island. I placed the dish before her, and finally she ate it down to a few little crumbs (I let Happy lick the plate clean). This morning, I repeated the mixing step, and she did finish. But tomorrow morning we have to grind up the next can. Gotta do this every day—at first, she's getting 1/3 of a small can twice a day, mixed with Friskies; once I've gotten her used to the taste of the stuff straight, she gets a can a day. But no way I'm gonna be able to get her to eat the morsels. It's not about tooth issues—they both eagerly crunch dry kibble. I'll call the vet Monday—maybe the stuff comes in a pate-style form, and if so I can exchange the other shrink-wrapped flat of “tasty morsels." The kibble does say it's “complete nutrition," so worst comes to worst if we tire of having to run the stuff through the Cuisinart, maybe Heidi will be okay with the gravy and then kibble. The vet prefers that both of them get kibble only as snacks and make wet food their main diet.

And Gordy has no idea. The food arrived in late afternoon, in shrink-wrapped flats, and Gordy had to leave for his show and then hanging out most of the night with his pals. And he sleeps very late (he is a true night owl). So he missed both last night's and this morning's feedings—I went to bed at 4 am before he got home, and he is still asleep at 3:30 pm. My housekeeper does the morning feeding Mon-Friday, but I'm stuck on the weekends. (Don't even think of asking Bob to do any cat care—the last time he did anything was cleaning the litterboxes when I was pregnant…>33 yrs. ago. He expressed a desire to adopt a big sloppy lovable mutt dog—but when my housekeeper & I asked if he'd walk and train it, he fell silent).

Jazzygirl

Oh these voices. Enjoy.....

illimae

I'm not in any danger of being flooded but the constant tornado warnings get on my nerves, especially at night. A glass of wine is nice but a pack of cigarettes would really take the edge off! I won't though.

Jazzygirl

Ill- I have lots of friends in TX because I once lived there (DFW area) and know many in that area, but also in Austin. One of my Dallas friends who has lots of family in Houston posted some big flooding info on San Antonio and the Austin area. I know that storm is hanging around and dumping a lot more rain so be safe.

Cigarettes and drinking is tempting, but you are smart to not give in to the temptation. You need your energy to finish rads and to work. Keeping taking care of yourself.

Chi- I hope your puppy is better soon!

Jazzygirl

Good evening friends- went to brunch today with a fellow cancer survivor I helped some a few years back. She is doing really well and we had great time. A friend I can talk to about cancer stuff because, well you all know you cannot do that with everyone. Got a bunch of errands done after and at home getting a few more things done before I go for a walk. Can't miss the ending of Game of Thrones!

Really awful pictures of what is happening in Houston and other locations in south Texas. Thinking of our sisters and their families in that area today.

illimae

I'm being pretty good. A big homemade chicken quesadilla and a bottle of Sierra Nevada and Game of Thrones alone this time because my friends can't get here, too flooded on the way. Not me though, I'm an island, lol

camillegal

Hi ladies, so sorry I'm so MIA

Lori I luuuuv those shoes, lately all I can wear are my slippers

Sandy I had to LOL 33 yrs. since Bob changed the litter box. But u'r doing a great job taking care of them. And u'r poor feet, what a job buying shoes. I have horrendous feet now, so whatever I wear that's it.

NMM u'r still busy as a bee but it's all good, u plan well.

Good for u Jazzy nothing like buying clothes in a smaller size.

Illi u sound good, know u'r busy bet remember to rest too.

SusyQ prayers always going for u. Wow I'd never fly again.

I didn't go to my DD's party last nite , but some of them came here after, so that was nice Oh and brought food. LOL Leslie and Marty went to WI overnite, BD and Ann. so Joey got stuck with me. And he said this is great just the 2 of us, like old times.so he was fine then the party finished here so he had great time. Girls I'm so tired nd hurt so much, I just go on FB just to look at pics lately.. My typing is awful, I spend most of my time correcting, Yea I know it's lways been bad but now it's horrible for some reason. so good luck reding all.

LUBS U ALL

goldie0827

NM, I hope things go well at Aunties and you have more happiness with your cousins than sadness. Yay for the wine find.

Jazzy, the shoes will not be worn much, trust me! Your roof top celebration sounds nice. Funny your friend won't tell her age. I pretty much only talk cancer with you guys here. A little with friends, but just try to avoid it.

Illona, are you still ok? Hoping to see that you are as I go through the posts.

Sandy, Hope the new shoes are a well fit for you and do the job.

Oh Cami, what a time you are having with the pain, I hate that for you and it breaks my heart.

Made it home, had a great time. Will post a few pics here, but all of them will be on FB. Have to do labs today and see the good doctor on Thursday.

Jazzygirl

Good morning friends- I had a busy and productive weekend, breakfast with a fellow cancer survivor and then a lot of errands yesterday. Came home to get some laundry and other things done then started just not feeling well last night. I was sneezing a lot yesterday morning, but achy and tired last night. Tad of a sore throat too. Could be just a virus or could be a cold, the day will tell. I will say I have not had anything for almost a year so feel fortunate and hoping by laying low today that I can push past this. I have some work things to do this week and also a fun Labor Day weekend planned too.

Found my blood work results on the portal today and things are looking very good on the blood sugar, Vit D front, and even HDL (good cholesterol) has improved. But my LDL, trigylercides and overall cholesterol are up again. They were better last Dec when we checked them last, and my endocrinologist said that she thought it was a result of the Victoza shot she put me on. But then we changed to Truclicity which has really improved my blood sugar. Ha, guess you can't have everything! Anyways, the numbers that are up are just over the normal line and my guess is some of those will continue to come down as I loose the remaining lbs and also come off the A1s. We can hope? I usually get a card from my PCP on this (or a call if anything is a problem which I am not seeing here) and will discuss with the endocrin when I see her in a few more weeks. I still need to find out where she is going?

Ill- I am glad you are doing okay friend. Are you going to be able to get to work and/or rad with the problems where you live? I hear there are mostly islands in Houston right now and those who are hunkered down and okay are a bit stuck in their homes? I hope that storms moves out soon, what a disaster.

Goldie- I look forward to your pics from the trip! Good luck with the updated labs and doc visit this week.

Cami- I am glad you had some quality time with Joey and a bit of party time at the house. Your pain sounds bad again sister, even with the meds they are giving you. Don't worry about writing, just lurk and check out pics if you need to. We understand. Will PM you too friend.

Got to get ready for my biz call. Wishing everyone a good day!

Dara_Diverse

Hi girls,

Writing to you all from Myrtle Beach. We got here just in time to experience the hurricane, oh joy! Good thing we have a suite with cooking facilities. We are about to go out and pick up some groceries and plan on staying in for the next 24 hours. We have not strolled to the beach yet which is just outside our hotel. We got in at about 5 pee em yesterday and just crashed out. We did not sleep the night before as we took off about 4 aye em.

Well I took my exam on Friday and freaking passed! I was shocked as during the test, I was sure I was going to flunk the exam. I am so freaking overjoyed that my studying is done. When I get home, I have two weeks of learning the systems which I do from home. Then it will be time to start underwriting insurance!!

Sorry not to address everyone, my internet connection is sketchy, up and down up and down.

Cam, sorry you are not feeling better and I am sad you missed the partay. But glad some of the partay came to you and that Joey was able to keep you company. How does JOey like school this year? And how is he making out with playing the flute? I often think about him when thinking about you dear. Sending hugs, love and lots of prayers your way.

Sue, saying prayers for you as well, post when you can with an update. I hope and pray you are right and that what is seen is just from your implants.

I will try to update more latah. Until then, all have a good week and stay happy, k?

cHeErS to all!

Lub,

Dara

illimae

I'm safe on my island but no leaving the house. I'm working from home and rads is cancelled again. Too many road closures

Dara_Diverse

Thank God you are safe, Illimae. Such devastation. Makes me so sad seeing all of the rescues on TV.

ChiSandy

Ilona, been watching the flood coverage and am floored—worse than Katrina and not letting up any time soon. Hope your “island” stays dry, and that you have enough food & water.

Cami, hope the pain abates. You have extraordinary family & friends to bring the party to you. No need to check in if you’re too tired to type—lurking is fine.

Dara, congrats on passing the exam! What was the hurricane in Myrtle Beach? I know it’s under a tropical storm watch for “cyclone 10” or Irma.

Dara_Diverse

Sandy, hurricane Harvey is hitting Myrtle Beach. Maybe not a hurricane anymore but still getting rain and the winds are going to get very high overnight.

illimae

My husband laughs at me sometimes because I have a plan for everything. The dog has a life jacket, I am fully stocked at home and I have a small food/water supply, extra clothes, etc. in my car, just in case. I am just very thankful to have no flooding in my neighborhood.

ChiSandy

Dara, are you sure it was Harvey's rain belt that hit Myrtle Beach? None of the maps I’ve seen show it any further east than LA and maybe southwestern MS, nor as far north as northeast GA, much less SC. No news or weather reports or online articles mention it even grazing the Carolina coast. Must’ve been an unrelated storm. I know you might get hit with Tropical Storm Irma. Not every massive storm is connected with a hurricane. We had torrential rains last night in Chicago.

camillegal

HAPPY DANCE DARA

camillegal

Hi ladies,

Oh Dara so happy u passed, except I knew u would, now the next step and u'r back. Yippee!!! How's Cheryl???

Ill stay safe is right---I've been watching The storms on TV, it horrible,, way to much. I pray for all of you. nd I'm glad u r doin g so well tho

SusyQ please let us know ASAP when u know <<<PRAYERS>>>

Lori nd of course let us know ll u'r results, I'm getting all mixed up, all of us re getting tests this month. And I think this is the first year that u'r not really doing all u'r canning for the year, that I member.

Sandy I didn't hear any rain at all last nite, I really close myself off.U'r really keeping up with all u'r exercizes, good for you. Actually I am too for once, but mine are easy, just movement for my legs and arms and I have to stop as soon as I feel any hurt at all. So I'm slowly getting some movement. And I have to stop and rest after each one--so it takes a long time LOL

Jazzy I hope u'r feeling OK and no cold or stuff is happening, but maybe u should give u'rself a rest for a day anyway.

NM u'll be busy with u'r Aunties things, that won't be easy, but it'll be best with u'r cousins.

Oh Dara I have to tell you Joey is always practicing with the flute and now he tells people he plays the clarinet and started the flute too. So he loves it. He doesn't sound to bad either;

I have some tests coming up and app't. I hate leaving my house it's so hard and a lot of trouble for me. I did find a lump under my arm pit. Oh I know it's nothing it just aggravates me. So today I'll make some calls for app'ts

My cousin wants my sister nd me to come to her home and recoup and she'll take care of us. She lives on lake nd very relaxing. LOL She has so many physical problems after her cancer she makes us laugh--she's got a heart of gold also a bunch of stents. I would love to go just so we can spend the time together, but she doesn't cook, orders out so she won't have to do that. We'll see.

OK I'll close for now.

LUBS U ALL

goldie0827

Wacko, congrats on passing your test. You will be back up and running soon! How is Cheryl? She had her surgery, right?

Ilona YES, glad you are ok. I guess that whole area of Texas is an island now. It IS so very sad.

Cami, I think going to your cousins would be wonderful. I hope you get to go. What kind of tests do you have coming up?

My TM's have remained the same. So I guess that is good.