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 Carol and I are doing a Spring/Summer Campfire 2026. |
[Introduction] Welcome to another Campfire . Carol ♥HOOves♥   and I are the hosts. We are slowly getting through winter and will be doing a spring   Campfire. We write about the Royals, Some Politics, Favoriter Shows and Movies, World Events, music, Spiritual, our personal lives and hopes and dreams for the future as well as what is going in the world. We hope for better days and try to be happy but we know the world isn't happy so we can't write about the world being all rainbows   and unicorns  WE DO WISH IT WAS! We hope what we write makes you smile and makes you think. We would love to hear from you. Hope you got through the winter and as of this writing, we are still having winter.  We hope you have a great spring and summer. 
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| Welcome to our new Spring/Summer Campfire. We hope you will enjoy reading this. Carol and I are writing this and sit back and read our stories. Winter should be ending. We got a inch of snow It is cold and windy. I didn't make it to Church. I didn't feel my best. I was hoping after last Sunday, maybe it would be spring and summer. Wrong.We changed the bedsheets. I did dishes. I need to buy new flannel sheets and pillows and pillow cases. Prince Andrew in the news. He is really in trouble. The Royals are always in the news. Prince William and Princess Catherine are the best of the Royals. Trump. Whine. Whine. Would he like some cheese for his Whine? I am watching Charlie Angels. Kelly takes a troubled little boy with mental problems to the fair. A man who committed a murder drops his gun and the boy shoots Kelly in the temple. He runs away, finds a kitten and stays in a restaurant over night, steals flowers and gets a ride with a teenaged girl to the beach. He goes to a beach house and sees his mother who put him in the facility. She feels guilty. He steals her wedding ring and leaves with the kitten. The bad men are trying to find him because they murdered a man. It all ends well. The mother takes her son back. This is the same story line as The Mod Squad. Julie got shot in the temple. The little boy on here has a dog for a friend. Stealing a storyline from another police show? The Mod Squad was out before Charlie's Angels. Copy Cat stories. I hope I have a good week. Mom died a year ago this week and I am going forward. We need spring. Thanks for doing another Campfire. I hope you have a good week. I appreciate all you do. |
| {size:5}Hi on Monday. It is February 23, 2026. I am thankful there is no snow here. The snow seems to start up in Virginia and go up the coast from there. It's colder here, but with no snow which makes it easier for me to get around. I hope you have a good day. I know it is a tough week and a difficult time. Just hoping that things will get better and that it will warm up and remind us of spring. Give Miss Bella my love!   I drove my car a little this morning. I am not going far, but just driving it to give it some exercise I guess and to make sure it's okay. I'm still very nervous about it. What they did to fix it made it look better. They took it apart and put it back together to put in the new radiator. I guess the State of the Union is tomorrow. I heard that the Men's Hockey team will be there. I saw that the Director of the FBI went to the hockey game. I was hoping that by now they would have found Nancy Guthrie, but the sheriff down there won't let the FBI take charge I guess. It's a very sad situation. I cannot forget what President Trump said about it being solved a few weeks ago. I wonder if Mexico is somehow involved. Prince Andrew might be charged with espionage. This is bad news for Charles because Charles has known a lot about what Andrew is up to. They all cover for each other, apparently. I hope William and Catherine are better than that. I really believe that Queen Elizabeth was much better than that. I hope that Harry doesn't end up being King. It's a weird world. I hope you are keeping warm and that things are moving toward Spring. I am so excited to start this new campfire and to hope for a brilliant spring and summer to be on the way to us. May everything bloom beautifully! Have a nice Monday!! |
We got blowing snow and 4 inches of snow We have drifts. We were supposed to just get an inch and it hit us. We can get out but I hope I don't have to. I guess I am feeling good. Mom died a year ago tomorrow and this is on my mind. I hope to make it through the week. I am trying to adjust to the changes on the Website here. I don't want to complain but it makes me unhappy. I hope I get it figured out. Ray went to Walmart this morning. State Of The Union is tomorrow. I won't be watching it. Trump is all about him and not us. I wish I felt politicians cared about us. I feel they don't. Nancy Guthrie hasn't been found. I wonder what the deal is. I pray she is alright. I watched Dr. David Jeremiah this morning. I like getting inspiration from him. I watched the closing of The Olympics. It started out with opera and I don't know. It was strange. Sad, that it is over. I finally got a hold of my Urologist's Office so I can get my pills. I left 3 messages. Finally, I got to talk to a person. I don't know why they don't check their voice messages. I am glad your car is working out for you. My car does real well. I don't like driving in snow Things are quiet on here. I hope you are feeling well. Enjoy our new Campfire. Stay warm and cozy. |
| {size:5}Hi on Tuesday. It is February 25, 2026. This is a sad day for you. I am sorry that you are going through all this sadness. Sorry that it snowed again, too. I hope you feel well and that things truly start to get easier and better. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! I don't know about the changes I hope I can get used to it all. I don't do well with change anymore, not that I ever really did. It scares me and makes me nervous. I might watch the State of the Union just to see the Hockey Team. I am turned off on politics. I wish for the war in Ukraine to end. Now, it sounds like there is a war going on in Mexico. That's very scary to me. I went to the grocery store I like this morning, so, I drove a little farther. It is nice to have heat in the car again when it's a cold morning. I am very thankful for the blessings that help me to get along here on my own. I have been really tired and my blood pressure has been too low. I hope that gets regulated soon. My brother will come at the end of next week to help me with picking up my taxes. I hope that the weather cooperates with doing that. Royal Family. I keep hearing that Fergie is here or there and is going to write a tell-all book. If she is why didn't she do it before now. I'm not sure I buy any of it. It looks like Andrew might be charged with espionage. There is a book coming out about Harry and Meghan called "Revenge 2" by Tom Bower. The first Revenge was good so I'm planning on getting it when it does come out. No sign of it yet on amazon, though. I hope that today is a good day and a positive day. I know it's so difficult marking a year, but time passing can help with coping sometimes. Take care of yourself and stay warm!! Hug Bella for me! |
| Hey. I am trying to figure out the new options The Storymaster put on here. I like this size of letters. I am trying to have a good day. I look at Mom's picture. I hope she would be happy with the guy who bought her house. I pray for peace with me and the world. Mom is in Heaven and I know she is happy. I love her and miss her. Thanks for your thoughts and concern. Nancy Guthrie hasn't been found.found.We need Horiato on the case from CSI: Miami. My soaps operas move faster then this case. I didn't know about another Meghan and Harry Book. I don't read much anymore. We have blowing snow and it is windy Ray plowed snowyesterday. Ray wants to buy a new truck. I get it. He goes out more then me.I am feeling better today physically health wise. I am a little down. Bella  has been playing. I think she is happy.She slept with me last night for a little while.I am glad you are able to get out. I will venture out next week. Maybe sooner. I hope you have a good day. I appreciate all you do. I hope Trump starts caring and does good things and will stop the war. Later. |
| Hi on Wednesday, February 25. I do not know how to make the typing larger. How do you make it larger? I have done it the old way, but it doesn't correct itself like it did before. I will just type normally if I can't figure it out, I guess. I hope today is a good day and you feel well. Some days now I am okay, but some are hard. But time helps things somewhat. I guess sometimes more than others. Give Miss Bella my love! Ok, I will try something here. Does this work? Can't remember what I did but it seems to work. What exactly did you do? I watched some of the State of the Union this morning. Things in the news confuse me. I do not like the behavior of some of the members of Congress toward citizens and military being honored and recognized. That really irks me and I don't like that they get rich on those salaries they make. But I did not hear much about Iran except that it's work in progress. On the Guthrie case, I just feel so sad for what Mrs. Guthrie went through and for what people who love her are going through. I wish that the FBI would take over and solve it. There is a lot of violence in Mexico. I have friends and family who travel there quite a bit so it is upsetting. I have a friend who has time shares and she wasn't aware of what is happening there. I feel bad for people who travel into that mess, but apparently the bad cartels control a lot of the country. Sometimes I wonder if Ms. Guthrie was taken by a drug cartel, but I can't really figure out why. Royal Family. I don't get why Andrew and Harry are still in the line of succession to be King. To me, that is just nuts. That guy who abdicated in the 30s was a nut who loved visiting with Hitler. I guess there is a lot of mental illness in that family. I'm sure in the end, Andrew will be labeled some sort of illness this or illness that, and be housed instead of imprisoned. Well, I don't know about this new thing with the print size. I hope I get the hang of it. Please, help me if you can. Did they announce the Quills? I never saw it, but I see things about it. I sort of didn't notice, which is a positive thing. At least I didn't get stomped on like sometimes. I feel glad for whoever won, but a bit detached from it all. Oh well. I hope today and moving forward each day gets a little easier and better. My Lenten roses are blooming and that means spring might be somewher near. Have a good Wednesday! |
| Hi. It is Wednesday. It is cold and sunny. My hitial hernia acted up last night but I feel better today. I watched some of The State Of The Union Address. The one woman was yelling at Trump. She was from the Middle East and mad about immigrants. A Senator carrying a sign walking around was asked to leave. I can't believe how Trump can stir things up. Andrew and Harry.it never ends. I hear England wants to get rid of the Royals Monarchy. That fight goes on. When Queen Elizabeth was alive,she kept them in line. It's a shame. Poor Catherine looks so skinny. I hope she isn't sick again. We exchanged emails and I hope I helped with your questions. I am still learning the new system. Mexico. That is a mess. My cousin lives there. She lives on a yacht. I can't understand why she likes it there. I don't text her because they charge for that. I am afraid to send a text outside of the US. Snow storms are in New York. It has been a bad winter. Bella has been quiet today.Not much going on. I am trying to find the good things in life. I am always thinking of you. Have a good day. |
| Hi on Thursday. It is February 26, 2026. It is pouring down rain here. You did help me a lot - thank you so much. I will play around with the print size and other things. Give Miss Bella a hug from me! I have no energy today. I cleaned my floors downstairs yesterday. They really needed it. But that really tired me out, along with it being cold and rainy. I just don't seem to be able to get it going, but I'm trying and I guess that's something. I watched most of the State of the Union. I don't understand why people have to act like badly behaved children when all they are required to do is sit there and listen to a speech. He deliberately tries to provoke them and they take the bait. It's not like they work hard otherwise, either. Both sides should behave. Plus, I don't get being rude to guests like the hockey team and people who have suffered tragedies and war heroes. Why can't they just do the right thing. I wonder about it. That Guthrie case is so sad. I wish the sheriff and the FBI would cooperate with each other so they can find Savannah's mother and bring her home. There is a guy on youtube who has different theories of the case. He seems to put a lot more thought into it then the sheriff does, but maybe, hopefully, there is work going on behind the scenes. Royals. Harry and Markle are in Jordan. Why? I really don't know. They are with that awful World Health Organization guy who locked us down for so long. William and Catherine look like movie stars and Harry and Markle just look unhappy and weird. She looks oddly different every time she turns up. Starting to remind me of "The Joker" in Batman. Queen Elizabeth was the best. I do not blame her for Andrew. I blame Andrew. Andrew is 66 years old so it's time for him to take responsibility for his bad decisions and his awful friend Epstein. I hear the Clintons are going to have depositions today in NY. Maybe it will be snowed out. I'm sure they will say they hardly knew Epstein, but there are photos of Epstein and Bill Clinton in their PJs that have seen. Maybe it's just AI. I hope that today is a good day for you and we are gradually moving toward that elusive spring that waits for us. |
| The weather is quiet. It is going to snow Saturday and Sunday. I hope winter will be over. I did vacuum and use the dust vacuum. I got that much done. The Clinton's. I feel they are criminals and they get away with it. I question our President and other politicians. So sad. I wish people wouldn't try hurt to other people. I just pray for the world. The State Of The Union Address. It was like a fight in the making. They should have listened to the President then ask questions and then voiced their concerns I haven't seen Harry and Meghan lately. They look like the joker. Gee. Queen Elizabeth. She did her best to raise her kids. Maybe Andrew was jealous because he can't be King. Back in the Medieval times, brothers killed one of their brothers to become King. Sad. My Game Friend called this morning. She is coming home in June for 2 months. She will.be staying with her son. Her and I can do some shopping. That will help me feel better. I made it through the winter. I can look forward to summer. Ray bought a new truck. He got a good price. He will bring it home next week. It is coming from Illinois. I won't be driving it. I don't like trucks. Feels like a Saturday. At least, things are quiet. Have a good day. I am always thinking of you. Later. |
| Hi on Friday. It is Feb. 27. 2026. It is almost the end of February. This has been one long winter. I hope you are having a good day, going into the weekend. Give my love to Miss Bella! This morning I went to the grocery store and then I went out again to get food from McDonald's. It is rainy and dreary out. I am in for the day. I hope that every day gets better for you. I did some laundry. I watch too much youtube. But it interests me. I saw the Clintons. I don't understand why the questioning isn't public. Sometimes, I think the Republicans don't know what the heck they are doing. Then they do these big things and don't know what to say and they don't do their homework. They had Hillary testify for 6 hours and she never met Epstein. She met his girlfriend, apparently, but not him. What is the point of that. There are pictures of Bill Clinton in his PJs with Epstein, if those photos are real. I don't even want to think about what happened because the people in power didn't do anything much to Epstein while he was around. I am not a fan of Hillary, but why does she have to answer questions for six hours about something that was Bill and not her. It's all very confusing to me. Same with Bill Gates. I don't believe him so what's the point I think his ex-wife said it all. Well, I don't know about things in the news much. Apparently we are about to do something to Iran. And there is something weird now in Pakistan. The world has a lot of trouble. And then, this country, there was a lot of bragging about solving the Nancy Guthrie case and now they want to move on, only it's not solved. That makes me sad for her and mad at the people who get paid to keep her safe. What's the point of them. I hope that someone, some where solves it for the sake of her family that loves her. Royals. Harry and Markle put on a big show, but not as many people care anymore. I think they are just trying their best to annoy William at this point. Who knows why. The King should have taken strong action a long time ago, but now it's too late. They are out of control. Well, I hope that things start to warm up as we move into March. I hope that the snow will be history. Take care and enjoy your Friday! |
| Friday. One more day of February. Ray and I spent 3 hours at the car dealership. Ray bought a brand new truck. It's black. I don't like trucks but it's beautiful. We didn't need financing but it still took a long time. It isn't the most expensive truck but it still cost too much. All new trucks and vehicles do. Ray bought it the other day. We went to pick it up today. I had to sign papers, too. We signed 10. Ray signed 5 or 6 more. It took forever. Signing papers for Mom's house only took 15 minutes. The town we go to, is 40 minutes away. Coming home, the traffic was awful but this town is huge and 2 hours from Chicago. I shop in this town but the car dealership is 10 minutes away and traffic is lousy. I made it home. I love my Chevy Cruz and she is staying. I don't like the new cars in this day and age. So, now we own a new truck. Ray will be driving it. Farmers around here have trucks. I was raised military and spent every summer on grandparents farm. Anyway, mooving right along. The Nancy Guthrie case is sad. Why can't they find her? Too bad police shows aren't real. They would have found her. The Epstein Case. The Clinton's. Andrew. What a mess. Glad I don't know these people personally. The Royals. I don't know.i bet William and Catherine wish they could hide. I would if I was them. Going into the weekend. Another week. I hope we get spring soon. I hope you are feeling good.I felt good today. Tonight, I don't know. I am tired. Have a good weekend. Thanks for commenting on my Blog. Bella says HI. Praying for better days. Later. |
| Hi on Saturday. It is February 28, the last day of February 2026. I hope it is a good start to the weekend and you feel better. Congrats on the new truck! I hope it has a lot of nice features. Give my regards to Miss Bella Kitty! I feel really tired and my blood pressure is real low. It was high so I took the medicine I am supposed to take, but then it goes way low. I guess it means it's getting regulated or something. The news is that The U.S. and Israel are at war with Iran. I thought they were negotiating. It is very confusing to me, but Iran has been up to no good for a long time, since Carter was President when they took all those Americans hostage. There is bombing going on and firing of missiles.. England doesn't seem to be supporting it. Apparently, Iran is still at it with the nuclear program. The Guthrie thing. It is very puzzling. It seems like they are trying to make a case instead of finding her. Maybe they should find her first. But days go by and they don't seem to be searching anymore that I can see. That poor woman. Who would do such a thing and why. Royals. Harry said things that could be interpreted as against Israel. I don't think he's smart enough to know what he is saying and doing in the middle of the U.S. going to war with Iran. But he did wear a Nazi costume once so I guess he is not a fan of Israel. But he lives in the U.S. Obviously does not think things through. I hope that others who hold power are thinking things through. It's a scary time in the world. Iran needs to behave and quit going for the nukes. But they never seem to want to behave. The leadership seems very brutal to their own people. Then, there is the fact that people in power want to change the subject from the Epstein thing. Bill Clinton comes across as so old and unattractive. At least Hillary seems more alive. It makes the Epstein stuff look even more creepy and vile when you think about all those young girls who were forced or lured into whatever went on. Ick Well, there isn't much happening here. I did do the floors and laundry this week. Hope to go to church tomorrow since the heat in my car seems to be working now. Take care and enjoy a nice Saturday!   . |
| It is Saturday.i don't like the US attacking Iran. Israel did, too. I don't know. Are we going into war again? I just pray about it. Today is the last day of the month. A short month. Harry is mouthing off. No surprise. Someday, he may be a Prince without a country. Everyday I wake up, hoping today will be perfect. No bad news but there is always news. I hope they find Nancy Guthrie soon but it like she isn't a priority anymore. Sad. I got up and cleaned my kitchen today. I read Devotions. Ray's friend from Minnesota called to wish him Happy Birthday. Ray has been out with his truck today getting acquainted with it. A man is coming tomorrow to buy Ray's old truck. Seems like we have been selling things since Mom died. We are getting our pizza tonight. Looks like the snow has been canceled but we are getting rain next week.Bella didn't like her lunch. Ocean Whitefish. She takes a mood.I do hope your blood pressure goes down and you feel good. I try to feel good . I take my meds. Have a good day. Hopefully, things will get better for everyone. Later. |
| Hi on Sunday. It is March 1. I hope you are doing well and feel good today. Hopefully, the sun is shining for you! I hope there is no more snow or ice for any of us. Give my love to Miss Bella! I did not go to church. I was up all night with a stomach ache. Right now, I feel so tired and sometimes out of breath. The blood pressure goes high, then it goes too low. Now, it is low and that's why no energy I think. I am kind of a mess right now today. I feel scared about the War in Iran. But those Ayotollah guys have been doing bad things (especially to women) for a long time. It seems like their people deserve a chance for something better. I think Trump wants to give everyone a chance. I hope there aren't too many that are killed who are innocent in this. That's the way war seems to be. But those Ayotollah guys do not need to have nukes. But, maybe Putin will look at this and negotiate peace in Ukraine because he doesn't want Trump angry at him. I hope for the best, but I'm afraid this will spread. Harry and Markle went to Jordan last week to play royal and try and get attention. Well, Iran is bombing the countries (like Jordan) that are friends with the US. Harry said negative things about Israel, but I don't think he understood what he was saying. Apparently, he didn't have his facts straight there. Big shocker. Maybe Harry and Markle should quit playing around, pretending to be royal. I am hearing that King Charles knew about Andrew's shenanigans, but looked the other way. It that is true, then Charles will probably have to step down. Maybe William knew too. What happens then. The rest are kids, then Harry. Scary thought. Bill Clinton and Bill Gates get away with a lot of stuff, but Andrew is too much of a dope. Well, that Nancy Guthrie thing. I saw something that said she liked to watch the animals outside her house at night and that's why she had the ring and nest cameras put in. She seems like such a nice lady. I wish that they would catch who did whatever and bring her home to the people who love her. She's with God and Jesus and that is good, though. What I want is comfort on earth for the people she has touched and who loved her. Maybe the police and FBI know she is not with us anymore. That's the only reason I see for them not frying to find her anymore, but they don't want to broadcast it until they start making arrests, and I do mean plural. I watched the church service at home. I wish I felt better to go, but I didn't. Hopefully, this will get better when I get a good night's sleep, if that's possible. Take care and enjoy your Sunday! |
| It is Sunday. I didn't go to Church. Sinus issues. I was better 2 hours later after I got up. It is night, going to be evening. I am stuffed up. I don't want to see the Doctor. I will just pur mist. Out Urgent Cares have different hospitals and I don't want to end up in the one Mom was in. THEY WERE RUDE! I think my hitial hernia is better but I hope this is just sinus. That is what is going on. I vacuumed. I rearranged my jewelry again. I do that. I need to figure out how to use my new jewelry cleaner. I watched Hart To Hart, Fantasy Island and Charlies Angels today. We watched The War Of The Worlds last night on Svengoolie. Svengoolie is strange but you get used to him and low budget cheesy movies. I saw what the US and Israel did to Iran. Iran fired back.I didn't like these images. Scary. What is Trump trying to do? I don't get it. I am scared for everyone. Putin. He may join Iran. He is scary, too. Nancy Guthrie. I fear she is no longer with us. I pray for her family. Too much going on. She isn't a priority. Sad. I am glad she loved animals. I do, too. I hope you are feeling better. I get to look forward to rain this week. Maybe I will see a rainbow Have a good week. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Monday. It is March 2, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and you feel better. March is moving forward to Spring. Time changes this coming weekend so longer days. But it is also the month when Tom passed on. So, it has good things with the sun shining longer and hard things, too. Mixed bag. Tom's Lenten roses out front are blooming strong.  Give hugs to Miss Bella from me! News. It is a scary time. Here is my feeling. Hitler and Nazis were bad. Someone had to fight and defeat them or they would run the world. Hamas and Iran are bad in the same way, but without as much power as the Nazis got. They have done a lot of bad and they hate the U.S. and Israel. Sooner or later, someone had to do this. God chose Trump to do it, I guess, like God chose FDR and Truman. Trump doesn't care about criticism, if he thinks something is right. I hope he is right and that the world is right about Iran. I sort of feel like it is clear. But I have been wrong about things so I am not the one who knows. God knows. The Nancy Guthrie situation. I feel so sad and I think of her a lot and wonder and hope and pray. The focus should be on her and remembering her if she is gone. Only bad people would have broken into her house and taken her somewhere in the night. She liked looking at the animals and enjoying them, watching them in the night. She loved animals. The most dangerous animal is a greedy human, close to home. Maybe even someone close to her. I hope that my original theory is wrong, but I am afraid that it isn't wrong. At this point in time, I think she has been gone since the beginning, before any of us knew of her name, she was in the arms of God and she knows all the love and care people feel for her. I think the FBI knows very well who and why. What they don't know is where to find her for the family so they have to wait, watch and see who goes where. Harry and That dreadful Markle person. They support Hamas, according to what they just did in Jordan because it gets them attention, but it is negative attention. So, it is like supporting Nazis that they want to do. There is a line crossed there. I don't think they have a clear idea of anything besides getting attention for themselves because it is way beyond dumb strategy, if you could call it that. However, there is a very real possibility now that Harry and Markle could end up being King and Queen of the UK. Plus being friends to bad groups. I don't think this situation will end well. The UK is at a tipping point where they need the courage of Churchill instead of the weakness of Neville Chamberlain. Well, we hope for the best, but maybe prepare for what is to come. Maybe it was time for something different. I hope you have a good day and a nice start to the week ahead! I went to the p.o. and grocery store and I got a good night's sleep so yay for that! |
| I am not feeling well today.I have a sore throat and sinus. I called my cousin and she is sick, too. She was supposed to go to Michigan but she canceled and her husband went alone. I didn't sleep good last night. I hope I get better. Iran. I don't like what is happening but if we do anything, we would have bigger problems. I saw all the bombing on TV and it is sad. I pray things work out. I feel sorry for the innocent people in Iran. Nancy Guthrie. I feel sorry for the family. I know they fear the worse. Why aren't the police on that? I did laundry today. I don't feel like doing much. Bella was having a party this morning running through the house. She doesn't know anything about the world's problems. Sometimes, I wish I didn't know anything.I hope you are feeling better. I like that you comment on my Blog and I appreciate your views. I was hoping March would bring good things but it has just started. Trump is in charge of things and I hope he makes the right decisions. I know you are thinking of Tom. I get it. I pray for you. I do hope you are feeling better. Have a good day and week. Thanks for all you do. Later. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is March 3 so 3/3/26. I hope that today is a day when you feel better and your sinuses are better. I hate having sinus things. Try and get as much rest as you can and drink a lot of liquids. Give my best to Miss Bella! I slept better last night and that really seems to make a difference. I am not planning to go anywhere today. Three years ago today, Tom and I had a nurse come to the house to do a port flush for his chemo port. I worked on that for a couple of months, but when Tom took charge, things got done. So, she came to the house and was very nice. He never had another chemo treatment so the port flush was for nothing, but we didn't know that. We were scared and didn't know where to turn because he could not leave the house at that point. We were relieved that day that this was done. Then hospice was ordered. All at that time and we were relieved because we did not know what was coming down on us. I won't say what I think about health care for cancer patients or about some of the doctors. Some of the people involved are nice, but to most he and I were just a couple of dollar signs and numbers. Some days I think how in the world can he be gone 3 years. We never went a day without at least speaking to each other for 40 plus years. It is still a physical pain to miss him. He would have handled loss much better than I have. I heard a bird singing this morning and I thought maybe he's there in the song. News. I hope that this war is a quick war without troops on the ground. Once the military gets in there, it's never clear. Remembering Vietnam is a lesson that I hope that President Trump learned. I hope the Iranian people will take charge of their own lives and throw out the barbarians. It's not like we don't have them here, though. Whoever took Nancy Guthrie is evil. But there is evil. I don't understand people who miss that Ayotollah guy. It like if they missed a monster. And then that Epstein case and the Clintons. At least the Clintons aren't boring, but Bill Clinton is pretty gross at this point. Ick. At least Hillary is feisty. I cannot bear to look at those photos of Bill Clinton in the hot tub or with the matching PJs with Epstein. Like a horror movie with those two. Royal Family. King Charles needs to get a grip and be proactive for a change. Maybe President Trump can advise him. Harry and Markle's titles need to go bye bye. That guy who is Prime Minister of the UK. What a tool. There is a right and a wrong side of history. I hope that what the U.S. and Israel are doing is totally on the right side, for the right reasons. If that is the case than okay. If not then where do we turn. Hoping and praying that this liberates the people of Iran who are good and deserve a chance for a good life. Well, I hope that the sun comes out this week some and that you feel better. Drink some nice hot tea or hot chocolate! Relax and feel better!!  |
| I woke up feeling better. I am taking Mucinex. I am not sure if is helping. I don't want to go to Urgent Care.I will see how things go. I don't have any crucial symptoms. I am better then I was yesterday. The news is about Iran and Trump. Trump was on this morning talking. I hope it ends soon and we come out unscratched. We didn't get any Now, it may raintomorrow.Ray went to Walmart this morning. I don't like Bill and Hillary They have sins they are covering. I don't know. I wonder what events will be in future history books. I bet it takes forever to study the history books. I have my views about health issues and how they are treated and handled. Mental health. I don't recommend mental health teams to anyonene. I as disappointed when I worked in mental health. I understand why you are upset with Tom's cancer treatment. I pray for better methods for health treatments. The Royals. They are like a soap. Maybe someday, they will be normal. Let's hope so. Thanks for the medal and Merit Badge . These brighten my day. Have a good day and week. I am always thinking of you. Later. |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is March 4, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and you can rest. It is good that you didn't test positive for any of those things. Mucinex is a good thing to take. I am having blood pressure issues. It goes to high, then I take the medicine and it goes way too low. But, hopefully, it will end up somewhere in the the middle. Not yet, though. Give Miss Bella my best! I went to the post office this morning, but do not have the energy to do anything else much. There were traffic delays because of construction. Always something. I made myself some scrambled eggs and toast to keep it light on my stomach upsets. I don't really have much energy because the blood pressure is in the low phase. News. I haven't heard much today. I hope that the war is over quickly. They make it sound like it might be. I don't understand the Democrats who are missing the Iranian bad guys. I guess they like them better than Trump, but I do not get why they don't want to support Israel. I haven't really heard it explained well. Mrs. Guthrie. I saw a guy interviewed. I didn't believe him. He gave me the creeps. But maybe that's because I have no idea who might have done such a thing and even the suggestion that someone did this baffles me. Royals. King Charles doesn't seem to want to take care of things so I guess he will leave it all up to William to do what's needed. Doesn't seem fair. Maybe he will get well from his cancer and be King for a long time to come. But it doesn't feel like that will be the case. Trump is mad at the Prime Minister. Trump is also mad at Spain. Hope he gets over things. I hope the Wars all are over soon and there can be peace for all the people caught in the middle of what the leaders decide to do. Take care and get plenty of rest so you feel better! Eat some nice soup!! |
| It is Wednesday. I went to Immediate Care. I was there 2 hours. They were so slow. There were only 4 people ahead of me. I was tested for respiratory viruses and I just have a cold. I hate being sick. I am on Mucinex D and I have some cough syrup capsules and Chloreseptic Throat Syrup. I took meds 2 hours ago. I think I am better. I just hope I get well and don't have to see any Doctors for anything. Bella has an appointment next month.It is going to rain tonight. It misted when I was out yesterday.I hope your blood pressure gets better. I have white coat syndrome. I see a Doctor and get anxious and mine goes high at times. World News. I hope Trump knows what he is doing. The Stock Market has been down since this started. It is up today. Some guy from the Pentagon said we lost American soldiers. This is sad. I hope this is short lived. This war thing. It makes me nervous. I hope King Charles is King for a long time but William is in the wings and he will be a good King. I am trying not to be down. My cousin and I have plans next week. I need to get out. I am making noodles for supper. I appreciate you doing another Campfire with me. Things have been good here. Have a good day. I am always thinking of you . |
| Hi on Thursday. I hope that your sinuses feel better and you are on the road to recovery. Hopefully, by next week, you will feel perky and able to get out and enjoy things with your cousin. Give my best to Miss Bella! I am still feeling very tired. Once again, my stomach was upset for some of the night, but I did get some sleep. It seems to be better now. I went out to the farther-away Target to get my 3 month meds supply. Everything went Okay, thank God. I was scared to go that far, but it was smooth and the car seems good. I am very thankful for the blessings I know I have. News. I hope this isn't a war that needs to be fought with ground troops from the USA. Enough is enough of doing that. Also, I hope there isn't a Draft. I remember the Draft. Iran had to be stopped at some point and will have to be stopped again if they go back to their bad ways. This is the chance that Iran's good people have waited for, but it should be up to them what they do for their own country. It seems like the U.S. has enough problems of our own to solve. I watched some of Bill Clinton's deposition testimony. Wow, what a strange guy he is as he is about to turn 80. He was brilliant when he was young and I regret what could have been if he had focused on the serious stuff about being President. What a shame. I just shake my head in confusion. Then, I think about the Nancy Guthrie case. All we know is she is gone and some awful guy was on her front porch in the middle of the night, messing with her door camera. And why is it that it seems so easy to jam and mess with home security systems. What's up with that, I wonder? That guy they interviewed gave me the heebie jeebies. I think he is the porch guy, but I can't prove it. Just a feeling. I hope they search all of this joker's vehicles, not just the one he bought after Nancy Guthrie went missing. Wouldn't that make more sense. I don't think he has a job so where does he get the moola to buy a Range Rover, anywho. I wish I could go back in time and give Nancy a weapon to defend herself against monster bad guys. Sometimes, I think she might be alive and then I get sad because how could she be after all this time. But I don't think she was taken by a bunch of smart people. Quite the opposite. She was so brave living there by herself, pretty independent at 84. I bet she loved it with the animals around. People came and ruined it all. Sigh. I heard Savannah Guthrie is back in NY. That made me feel sad all over again for her Mom. Royals. If Charles takes Harry and Andrew out of the line of succession to the throne, I will like him and respect him for it. Otherwise, I just feel sorry for him. I feel a bit sorry for Camilla, too. They made mistakes, but they have worked hard and they seem devoted to each other. It's not like we hear bad scandals about them as King and Queen. Plus, they like dogs. And reading. So, I get them. They are boring, but compatible together. Diana will never get old or frail. She's totally in a better place looking out for William, hopefully, always beautiful and loved. Maybe she is trying to straighten Harry out, too. Might be too difficult, there. Well, not much to report. I didn't say what the weather is. It is right now beautiful and 73. Yay Spring will be here soon, I hope and pray!  |
| I am going into Day 5 of my cold. I think Mucinex makes me jittery.I hope I get better. My Gerd. I take my hitial hernia medicine. I hope spring helps me get better. I am sorry your stomach is upset. I get it. I hope your blood pressure is good. I think of The US in Iran. I ask why are we there. I pray the war ends soon. The war in Ukraine and Russia. It is still happening. I hear the government is on partial shutdown. What a mess. We think Vietnam was the worst. I don't know anymore. I want to think good of King Charles. He can't do as good of a job as his mother. He has big shoes to follow. We did get rain Wet fog now. We are getting bad storms tomorrow. I do feel sorry for Nancy Guthrie. I hope their family get answers. Bella {{ was running around knocked my throw pillows on the floor. She is active.The world is a sad place. I pray for everything and everyone. I just found Happy Days to watch. That always cheers me up. I hope your weather goes into a nice calm spring. I really need that. Have a good day. It is almost the weekend again. Thanks for all you do. I am glad you are here doing the Campfire with me. Later. |
| Hi on Friday. It is March 6, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and you see improvement in how you feel. I always love and look forward to writing in our campfires! Highlight of the day for me!! Give my love to Miss Perky Bella Kitty! It is warmer here and the sun is shining so that leads me to believe Spring is on its way. When the time changes this weekend, it will be nice to have longer daylight in the evenings. I am still feeling tired from blood pressure issues, but I think that my stomach upset is getting better gradually, with some setbacks. Yesterday, I went and got my medicine okay. Today, I might go out for a short time. I think my brother and Rascal are coming this weekend on Sunday, but it might depend on if he can get gas, if there are shortages. News. I find this war confusing. It's hard to tell if we are winning or not. I guess if we can't get gas for our vehicles, then we aren't winning. Maybe things will get clarified. What worries me is the Nancy Guthrie thing. We were told this was going to be solved quickly. I even had hopes they would find her alive. It doesn't seem like that is the case there. I guess it depends on what is meant by "quickly". Royal Family. I like Princess Anne, Catherine and William the best. The rest are either bad (Andrew and Harry and Markle) or I'm cautiously optimistic about them (Charles and Camilla). I think that Anne, Catherine and William are the most interesting. I saw that William and Anne went somewhere together and they were smiling at each other. That was nice to see. Andrew needs to lay low for a long time. Harry and Markle keep doing the same things over and over again so they are getting to be pretty boring. Plus, they are both showing their age now, especially with how their skin looks. Skin and hair. Not appealing. Well, I still watch youtube, but mostly hoping they will find out what happened to Mrs. Guthrie and who is responsible. I heard a lot of bragging about solving it at the beginning, with not much in the way of results. Well, time will tell as it does with everything. Take care and have a good weekend! |
| We had fog this morning. We are getting bad storms this afternoon. I hope it isn't too bad. I don't mind the ran. I don't like hail and tornadoes. The Stock Market has been awful. Gas is going up. The Government Shutdown is still on. Partial anyway. The War in Iran. I don't get it. I would hate to make the decision to bomb someone. Does God want this? I don't know. The Royals. I feel sorry for Catherine and William. King Charles is trying. Camilla. I can't get past her. I love the English. I have since I heard of England in school. I am part English. I consider that a plus. Princess Anne stays in the background. Maybe she likes it that way. Harry and Meghan. They are a lost cause. I don't get the Nancy Guthrie thing. Why can't they find her? Did they stop caring about her? Savanna is still on leave from the morning news show. My cousin still has her cold. I was stuffed up earlier. I hear this cold has been going around. I hope it travels to another planet. I am doing dishes and waiting for it to get here and leave. I hope you feel better and your brother and Rascal show up. Rascal will give you kisses. Have a good weekend. Oh. One of our Campfires was in this week's Contests and Activities Newsletter. Later. |
| Hi on Saturday. March 7, 2026. We set our clocks forward tonight. I hope you feel good today and that there are no bad storms in the forecast. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! I am looking forward to my visitors. Rascal always brings smiles wherever he goes. I hope there is gas available and it isn't too high cost. News. The Nancy Guthrie thing. I feel very sorry for what she went through and I pray she is in a better place. I have watched a lot of things on youtube about it. It is still a mystery and a puzzle on what happened and why. I come back to basics of who benefits (financially) the most from her being gone. They say there was no burglary. There was no real ransom demand. She was taken out of her home sometime in the night in a quiet, up-scale neighborhood and no one took her valuables. She had security cameras in place. Savannah has offered a reward, but no one has claimed it apparently. I feel very sad about the fact that she is probably not going to be found. So, the bad guys win and someone (in my opinion) profits who shouldn't. Other news. I hope this isn't a long war we are in. At some point, the Iranians have to take responsibility for their own government and how they conduct themselves. Like Germany and Japan did after World War 2. The stock market is scary. I don't even look at it most of the time. Royals. I saw that Fergie might write a book. She has written books before, but I guess this time she's saying she will tell all the secrets. It's just because she wants money. I heard that Netflix is finished with Markle, but they have said that many times and she still gets back on there with shows. William and Catherine are nice. I think they will make a good King and Queen when the time comes. I hope that Markle and Harry don't go back to England, but I feel like when the money runs out they will go back to Charles for moola. It seems like the theme is that middle aged children don't seem to have a way forward. Charles needs to put his foot down. Well not much else is going on. It's nice someone put us in a newsletter. Hope it was meant as a nice gesture. Sounds like it was. Take care and enjoy your Saturday! Don't forget to set your clock  back! |
| We got rainlast night and this morning. It has been cloudy today. I still feel stuffed up. I was hoping to go to Church tomorrow. I hate losing an hour setting our clocks. When will spring get here? Steph put our Campfire in the newsletter. The aarp magazine features William and Kate. Some good pictures of them. I love seeing pictures of them. They are a beautiful couple. Fergie is writing a book. This could be interesting. I didn't hear any news today. I will take the weekend off from news. I folded up laundry. This cold has taken a lot out of me. I do hope your brother and puppy arrived safely. I hope Rascal is behaving. Ray bought Girl Scout Cookies this morning. They sold them at stores. The Girl Scouts show up and sell them. When I was a Girl Scout, I bought cookies home and sold them. My aunts shop was next door and I would leave 10 boxes and when they were sold, I would go get more. I hope things go all right next week. I have plans. Have a good day and enjoy the puppy. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Sunday, March 8, 2026. I am back safe and sound from church. It was a nice service and some people there are particularly nice and noticed we hadn't been there for a while. I don't think that the minister noticed, but he's busy I guess. Lots of people to keep track of. Hope you have a good day with no severe weather outbreaks. Here, we might get storms after 2. My company is on the way, but will get here after 12 or so. Give my best to Miss Bella! I keep hoping that the war in Iran will be over and they will behave for a while. Wouldn't that be different for the world if Iran acted in a positive way. I still think about Nancy Guthrie and wonder what became of her. I keep thinking what on earth did that accomplish. I guess it got rid of her so then I look at who is going to benefit from that happening. That really makes me sad to think of where that leads. The only thing about the whole mystery is that I have found some podcasts I kind of like that deal with solving crimes. One is called The Interview Room and the other is Monks Intrigues. Very thought provoking and interesting to watch so something new. I saw some of the Clintons depositions. Really, they are too old and he is too decrepit to want to think about his carryings on. Ick. Are we at war to change the subject away from Epstein? Some people think this might be true. Royals. I agree on Catherine and William. They are naturally appealing. I like how he doesn't try to hide that he's bald. He just goes with it and is cute about it. I think her goodness shines through her smile. Plus, her children seem so happy and they don't feel the need to hide their children from view. They share them at a safe distance. Well, tomorrow we go and pick up my taxes at the accountant. Maybe we will go for a smash burger. To tell the truth, Rascal is the best behaved dog (90% of the time) I've ever encountered. He's pretty amazing and brings out the smiles in everyone we meet in stores and restaurants. I hope today is good and you get to do everything you want to do this week. As I write this ending, the sun is coming out. Good sign, I think. Have a lovely Sunday! |
I went to Church today. It was 50 Degrees. No rain or snow I talked to some members. The one woman was hit by a car, years ago and had hip and knee surgeries. She got in a car accident last month. She keeps the faith. I got my parking space. My aunt can't play the organ anymore due to eye problems. My uncle was wearing a farm hat. It was a nice day at Church. The animals were content and squirrels were running  wild. I guess they think it is spring.I hope the war with Iran ends soon and Trump doesn't start anything else. I thought our country was supposed to get better. Ray worked on taxes today. He is going to take documents in for Mom. She had social security for 2 months. I hope she doesn't owe anything. I went past Mom's house, former house today. No changes. I stopped by the cemetery. My cousin rearranged the flowers on Mom and Dad's graves. I hope the Nancy Guthrie thing gets settled. Savanna might quit being a news reporter. Not much is new. Bella wants extra food. I give it to her. She got in bed with me last night. I hope your brother and Rascal are doing well. I hope he got a burger. Have a good day and week. Later. |
| Hi on Monday. It is March 9, 2026. It is foggy this morning here. I hope that you have a nice day and a good week ahead. Give my love to Miss Bella! My company is here. We go to pick up my taxes soon. We will go a different way as there is road work the usual way we go and it causes big back ups. On the way back, I think we are going for a smash burger. My brother and Rascal are having a conversation upstairs while I write this. Rascal has come to visit me while my brother is upstairs. Usually he just waits for my brother up there, but he has been back and forth this morning, which is nice. He makes me smile. We both went to church yesterday. Spring is on the way. I hope this war will be over soon. It sort of seems like it might be. Then maybe we can get the thing in Ukraine ended, but how can we tell Putin to knock it off when we are bombing Iran. The Nancy Guthrie thing continues and I feel so sad for her. I hope they figure out why this happened to her and who is behind it. Hopefully, no one is sitting there benefiting from this. I hope there is a big reveal on whoever did such a thing. Royal Family. I don't know if Charles is still coming to the U.S. next month. Trump is mad at their Prime Minister so I guess we'll see. Maybe Charles will come and smooth things over. I heard that Harry and Markle might go to Australia, but I'm not sure when that is supposed to happen. Seems weird to me that Charles allows them to do these fake tours. Well, not much else is going on besides us going to the Accountant. The fog is starting to lift and they say it might be in the 80s tomorrow. Sounds good to me. I hope you have a nice day and can do your shopping outing you wanted to do this week! Take good care!  |
| I got my hair done this morning. I dye it red. My cousin was here. She is busy with her parents and it is hard. Ray went to the accountant and I have to file forms next year for selling Mom's house and my insurance money. I don't know why they can't file it this year and be done with it. They said we don't have to pay taxes. We just have to file them. I may not go shopping Wednesday. We are getting bad storms tomorrow and Wednesday. I am feeling better. I hope I stay that way. That's nice your brother showed up and the puppy wants to be with you and your brother, too. Ray is helping a mechanic with a Hummer that was used in the Batman movie. Some man bought it and paid good money for it and it is a mess. Ray is helping the mechanic. The man who bought it bought it because it was used in a Batman movie. They only used it fifteen minutes The war with Iran. It's a mess. I don't expect it to end overnight. Things are such a mess. Things are quiet for now. I hope the storms don't show up. I hope you are feeling well. I am always thinking of you. Have a good week. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is March 10, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and you feel well. That Batmobile sure is a cool looking vehicle. It would make a great back-up car! Hope the weather is nice for you today. Here it's raining and it wasn't supposed to, but maybe it will clear up. Everything seems like it's blooming now. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty!! My brother and his cute sidekick went home. They have something to go to tomorrow so they had to get back, but appreciate them helping me go to retrieve and pay for my tax stuff. I hate taxes and car inspections and doctors appointments and things that happen once a year. Bleh. Rascal was very cute. He gets anxious when my brother gets ready to leave because he can't bear not to be with my brother. He's a devoted little guy. My brother was able to get gas, but the price is up some. I think Trump will end the war when he gets bored with it, but he will tell the Iranians what they need to do so that the bombing doesn't begin again. The oil will have to flow, though, or the war will continue. I hope they don't leave another junior ayotollah in charge. But I think that Israel will have a sharp eye on the situation. That Nancy Guthrie thing. I think about her a lot and what she went through, being confronted by someone so horrible in her own home. I cannot figure out what the point was in taking her away. Some of the podcasts I have watched are interesting in their reasoning and sleuthing. Hoping that it gets figured out. Once an arrest is made I hope someone will spill the beans on where they took her and why. Royals. I heard more about Harry and Markle going to Australia. It will be in April. I think Charles needs to say they don't represent the monarchy. Harry said some unwise things when they were in Jordan. He still wants the UK and US taxpayers (apparently) to pay for his security while he travels the globe shooting off his mouth. Charles is making the same mistake with Harry that he made with Andrew. Going along to get along. I don't really understand the reasoning. I don't know if he will come to the U.S. in April as he's supposed to now that Trump is mad at their Prime Minister. I think he has good reason to be mad at him for not supporting the U.S. as we always have supported them in the modern world. I wish that I could get some energy and get organized, but I watch a lot of Youtube stuff. I am thankful for all my blessings and that I have a house to worry about. Take care and I hope this is a good week and that you can have a nice outing soon when the time and weather are right!! |
| I went and got my Vitamin B12 Shot. It is going to storm tonight and tomorrow. It misted on the way to get my shot. If I would have waited, I would be 3 days late or more. Thursday, I got plans. Friday. It is going to rainWe are getting snowLike, will winter never end? My shot is done for this month. I still have some sinus issues. I hope my shot perks me up. I have been so tired. I vacuumed. I am going to clean house. Ray went to Walmart. I was still in bed.  My cousin says her father asked her who her parents are. He says he wants to go home. He means the farm where he lived as a kid for 2 years. So sad. That vehicle is neat. I could buy it if I wanted it but there is no room in the Pole Barn. If it was the original Batmobile, I would make room. I would build on to the Pole Barn. I have my little original Hallmark Batmobile with Batman and Robin sitting in it, I loved how the fire came out the back end when they started up the Batmobile. Sorry, your brother left already. Rascal, too. Rascal must like riding. Why is Harry and Meghan traveling? Is he a Prince without a country? Poor King Charles. I wonder if Harry would have turned out better if Princess Diana was alive. Trump. Who isn't he mad at? I hope this war with Iran ends soon. I promise to clean house tomorrow. I am afraid our power will go out. We have a generator. I hope these storms decide to be mild. Have a good day. Enjoy YouTube. Later. |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is March 11, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and you feel perky from getting your shot. Please hug Miss Bella for me! I am back on my own again. I hope you don't get any more bad storms. Here, it might do that tomorrow. It is hot today and is supposed to drop to way colder tomorrow. March is windy so winds will be in store. Today, I went to the post office, Lowe's and the bank. There is a lot of closed roads and road works going on in the area. I had an eye doctor appt. Monday, but I changed it to April. I was looking for a sign on whether to change it and today my next door neighbor told me that the road is closed that goes there. She had to go way around to get home. I took that as a sign to change the appointment. It is a main road that is closed, without detour signs. They are raising our property taxes so no one will be able to afford to go anywhere and they can spend our tax moola on closing roads without detours. So many businesses have closed up lately. News. We are still at war. I picture it that President Trump will get tired of it and then he will say, okay we won, war's over. Then, maybe if the world is lucky, Putin will follow that example and say he won and quit the fighting. How many young people will die before they decide enough is enough. That is my question for these world leaders. Here, at home, I think a lot about Nancy Guthrie and I wonder if there will ever be an answer for her loved ones. Yesterday, I heard that if she had her extra pair of hearing aids in, it would track where she was. I hope that is the case and whoever took her is nervous about that and about all the DNA that hasn't been mentioned in the media. Trump said he thought it would be solved quickly. What was he basing that on, I wonder. It puzzles me that he said that so early on. I wonder if he was just changing the subject from Epstein at the time. Royal Family. I find it very annoying that they apparently wanted Andrew to get away with all his behaviors towards young girls. That was their choice to smooth things over for him. I find that repulsive. It's not William and Catherine, but it is Charles. I find it disappointing, too. So, now Charles lets Harry get away with scampering about pretending his life is a big paid-for royal tour. I guess people should be glad that Harry doesn't seem to be totally like his Uncle Andrew. Gross. I wonder if the weather will settle down soon and the wars will end. Maybe not as long as politicians need to change the subject. Well, we never know. I hope you feel well today and it proves to be a nice day for you! I am thankful, as always, for your friendship our campfires and for all the blessings here. |
| Last night, the tornado started in Illinois and ended up in our town. The weather people were on TV and told us that. I was nervous and worried. We didn't hear any wind or hear the fire alarm. My cousin is calling and then she and her husband drove to a town in the opposite direction. Luckily, things were okay. The tornado did hit the airport that is like the airport in Hooterville just for small planes. I paced and worried and prayed. I took a Xanax. Luckily, the tornado went back in the sky and went elsewhere but then left. I saw pictures of tornado damage and I hope that we are done with this. That was my excitement. YouTube says they found Nancy Guthrie dead. That is so wrong to say things like that unless you know it is true. I haven't heard any news. Trump and his war. He hasn't a clue when it will end. I lost faith in him. Putin doesn't want to stop his war. So sad for all these things. Harry may end up like Uncle Andrew. Harry and Meghan are goofy. Harry was half way smart until he married her. I still have sinus issues. I woke up feeling good and I felt good {outside of the tornado anxiety} last night. I hope this passes. It could last 2 weeks. I don't want to have see my Doctor. Tomorrow, I go over to my cousin's daughter's house. I don't really know her. My cousins and aunt will be there. It rained this morning and is going to snow this weekend. Sorry, your town is closed in some areas. I don't know how much damage the storm done. My cousin said it was bad by her road and the tornado left some tree limbs. Have a good day and thanks for writing with me. I am trying to get it together. Too bad your brother and puppy can't stay for a week. Later. |
| Hi on Thursday. It is March 12, 2026. That tornado sounds so scary. There is a tornado watch in the area this morning here, but it is in the 40s. It is windy. I don't see how a tornado would form if it is so cold, but I don't really know. The whole thing makes me so nervous. Yesterday, it got up to 86 here. I am sorry the tornado came to your town. I hope that your day today is better and is a good one and you feel better. I hope you enjoy your visit with your cousins and Aunt. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! Yesterday, I ran my errands. Today, with the wind and rains I am staying home. I guess this is March, which is always changeable. I hear that things are still volatile in the war with Iran. I hope it gets sorted out so that they don't disrupt the world's oil supply chain. Apparently, Iran has a lot of drones. I do not know who sold them the drones. The news here today is mostly about the weather and this and that possibility. It would be nice if my brother stayed longer, but he doesn't really like to stay in any one place (including home) for long. It is a good thing that Rascal enjoys riding. Royal News. There is controversy over Harry and Markle going to Australia. She is selling some sort of tickets for an event where people get to be in her presence. It cost a couple of thousand dollars. I don't get the impression that she actually will meet people or talk to them, just get a picture taken with them. It sounds very odd. I wonder if they will get many people who want to meet her in Australia after the way they treated the late Queen. Time will tell. I don't think there is any real news on the Nancy Guthrie thing. The whole thing is so sad. Somebody knows where she is and they need to come forward, but maybe are afraid to do so. So sad that someone won't do the right thing. I am staying home today to stay in from the storm. I hope you are done with the bad weather and that it is done here too! I am ready for the flowers and trees blooming and a gentle breeze. Take care and have a good day. Hope your sinuses feel better and you can enjoy your time with family! |
| Another day. There was a shooting in Michigan at a synagogue. Israel religion. I don't get all the shootings and violence. This is really sad. Like the world isn't sad enough. I didn't go to my Tea thing. My cousins husband had Covid and I didn't want to be around her. I was with her Monday. I am getting over a cold. Sinus thing. The Doctor at Immediate Care calls it a cold. Anyway, I don't know. You don't know which Doctor to see for a cold or sinus. This weather is getting cold again. I hope I get better someday. I had the Covid test last week and I didn't have it. I don't even go anywhere. I could have gone on my own but I don't know my other cousins daughter and granddaughter very well. I stayed home. I hope you didn't get bad storms. We are going to get rain and snow tomorrow and the weekend.Don't you just love when they raise your property taxes? We need road repairs badly. They are tearing up the roads by the hospital where I stayed 7 months ago.Hopefully I won't need to go there again. The war in Iran. It is still going on. I pray it ends soon. Andrew and Harry are a disappointment. Sad really. The Queen isn't here to see this at least. I hope you are safe. I am always thinking of you. Have a good day. Spring is coming. |
| Hi on Friday. It is March 13, 2026 so Friday the 13th. I hope it is a good day for you and you feel perky. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! Today is sunny and colder again here. Yesterday was 86. Today is in the 40s so chilly. Very changeable. Late yesterday the yard guy came and wanted to weed and feed, but I told him wait til it's warmer. That is because I was sleepy and didn't want to get dressed again to go out and pay him. I also didn't plan on this. I thought he would do the mulch spreading first, but there is some snag with that where he can't get off work in time to get the mulch from the mulch place before it closes. I feel like I need to get myself better organized, but I keep putting it off. For a long time, I would do one thing a day and now I can't even get motivated to do that - I just mostly watch youtube. I do laundry and clean some, but I can't seem to figure out how to start getting things done. I canceled my eye doctor appointment next week and rescheduled for end of April. My eye doctor retired so this is one of the sons, who I sort of think I will not like. We'll see. More and more I ask myself do I want to go and sit in this Dr's office for hours and then have the headache that goes with the eye exam and the dilating of the pupils. I sort of think what is the point anyway of most of these dumb doctor tests. When I have something where I need help, they aren't much help these days. News. I don't know about the gas supply and how that will be. I feel like Iran has been up to bad things for 47 years so it's about time they behave better. I don't think this would have happened if they hadn't done what they did to Israel on Oct 7. I remember when I was young, going with my Dad to sit in long gas lines over the weekends. He would follow me over and pump my gas for me. I had a wonderful Daddy who looked out for me. What a blessing he was, same with my Mom. They would have thought that Iran had this coming. Carter was a bad president when it came to handling Iran. He should have done something then, but he didn't and no one after him dared to try it. There are shootings and bad things, but they happen every week anyway. Yesterday, there was also a shooting at Old Dominion Univ. right near where my brother is. Michigan has a lot of jerks who like Iran, I guess, sort of like Minnesota. Don't know why so many of them settled there. The thing at ODU, I don't know what it was about. Just the normal terrorism stuff that happens pretty often now thanks to all the jokers let in here by Biden. Royals. I wouldn't pay a dime to be in the same room as Markle. I wonder how much Harry will have to fork over in the end when she's done with him. I like Catherine and William. I heard that William is going to try and stop Harry from making some weird film about the 30th anniversary of Diana's death (which is next year). I would love to see William tell Harry off for all his bad behaviors. But I know William will never be provoked into that sort of situation because he is the brains of the outfit. Well, it's interesting to watch how Charles handles Harry and Markle parading about in Australia. I will enjoy seeing if the Australians have had enough of her, too. I hope today finds you feeling much better and I hope the weather cooperates for a nice weekend there and here. Monday is supposed to be "severe" weather here. Oh joy. Take care and take it easy!   |
| Ray had to take his truck in to put steps on it and a roll tarp on the bed. We had to drive 35 miles to the place and leave the truck. We had to pick it up this morning and it was windy. We made it. The traffic is so lousy. A funeral procession and police car stopped us at the stoplight. I hate driving so far away to get things done. The wind blew the door off the little shed. Ray gave it a quick repair. It has been a bad week. Tornadoes.  Wind. Rain We are getting snow and this weekend. The cows are living in a neighboring barn. They are happy. It was on the news. I remember a gas shortage in school. There is always a gas crisis. Doesn't the US have it's own gas? Megan Markle. She is a witch. I don't understand her and Harry. William and Harry may have a stand off someday. I am betting on William. The war is still going on. I bet it will be gone on until June. I don't know. I was feeling good today. Now, I am all stuffed up. I hope this gets better. I am okay otherwise. I hope the shootings stop. The world is never quiet. Have a good day and weekend. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Saturday. It is March 14, 2026. We got through a Friday the 13th. Bad weather is supposed to come here on Monday. They scare us to death ahead of time. Sounds like a busy couple of days there, dealing with driving with windy conditions. That is scary to go all that way. I can barely go a couple of miles, much less 35. Please give Miss Bella a big hug from me! Sounds like your community took good care of the cows. That is nice to read.I am trying to figure out how to get motivated to do things. Still haven't got there. The news. A lot of what I hear I do not believe. I remind myself that these are the same news people who told us that Joe Biden was so sharp. I don't much believe politicians either. Just hoping for the best, but trying to do the right thing myself. I hope for peace in the world and that things work out. Iran had this coming for a long time, ever since the late 70s. Biden let a lot of bad actors into the country so now they act up with terrorism. The news people have said that the Nancy Guthrie case will be solved quickly and she will be found. I think it's like 42 days now and what's up there. This is why I am skeptical now. Royal Family. There is a new book coming by the guy who wrote, "Revenge". It is called, "Betrayal" and it is about Harry and Markle. The writer's name is Tom Bower. He wrote "Revenge" and they never sued him that I know of. I think he's a lawyer and pretty careful from what I know of him. I enjoy watching his commentary with Kinsey Schofield. She's one of my favorite podcasters and has a lot of good scoop on the royals. I think that after they go to Australia, Harry will try to get back to England, with or without Markle. I think that they are about to split up as Harry might be short on moola. My opinion is that Markle married Harry for the title and the moola. She has put both in jeopardy with her antics, again, in my opinion. I continue to try and do my best here. The yard guy came, mowed and did the weed and feed yesterday afternoon. He said he would try to do the mulching soon. Tom's Lenten roses still look pretty - I hope they are okay when the storms hit on Monday. We are probably going to church tomorrow. Take care and I hope that the weekend is a good one for you! |
| It is chilly today. No rainor snow {{ That is supposed to happen tomorrow. Ray's new tractor quit. He got it started but you pay a lot of money for something, you expect it to work. We won't need anything else expensive unless the washing machine breaks down. So far, so good. Ray made chili. I made tuna casserole. I cleaned the bathrooms and did laundry. Biden may have been a good President if he would have been with it. I feel Trump is being a bully and I hope he quits this war with Iran. I pray we don't have any more wars. Meghan. She just wanted to be Princess and it is just a show for her. I should feel sorry for Harry. I don't know. William and Catherine are behaving. I won't be reading their new book. I am still trying to get used to the new system here. I watched The Virginian Movie. I like the series better My cousin still has her cold and I was stuffed earlier. I guess this just hangs on. I hope I get better. I hope you don't get bad weather. I worry about the weather. Not much to say. Have a good weekend. I am always thinking of you. Later. |
| Hi on Sunday, March 15, 2026. The Ides of March. I hope it is a good day for you and things are alright weather-wise. They say the tornadoes and bad weather storms are on the way here, starting this afternoon going into all day tomorrow. Gosh, I hope they are wrong. I wish that the tornadoes would go away. My neighbor and I went to church. I felt really tired so when I came home I took a little nap. Didn't sleep too well last night. Give my best to Miss Bella! Tuna casserole and chili sound like delicious choices. I made myself some bacon and eggs and toast. I hope you can get the tractor repaired without having to go the 35 miles back to where you got it. This is why I am afraid of buying anything big. I, too, will need a washing machine, but I am going to use this one as long as it will work for me. The repair guy told me to use it until the board totally quits. The dryer was repaired a year ago now and so far so good with that. I guess the Oscars are tonight. Haven't seen any of the movies. Someone told me Barbra Streisand will sing The Way We Were live on the show, but I will catch it on Youtube. That is the only thing that interests me. I don't like most of the younger stars and I feel like they will probably get political and make speeches about that. News. Nancy Guthrie is still missing. What is wrong with all the advances in DNA that they can't figure this out. I wonder if they know what happened, but don't know where she is. So sad. I hope that the wars will all end soon in a positive way for the actual people in Iran and Ukraine, and Israel for that matter. Royal Family. There is some article that came out last week about how Harry and Markle conduct themselves. She still hasn't visited her poor father, there in the Philippines. I am not sure when Tom Bower's book, Betrayal will be out here. Charles is coming to visit Trump in April if they stick to their plans. Could be up in the air because of the war. I hope that today is a good day and you feel better. Hope that weather there cooperates and that no tornadoes come through. |
| It is Sunday. I didn't make it to Church. I have sinus issues still. I was doing better. I hope I don't need to go to the Doctor. It is going to rainand snow I hope this weather improves and I will, too. I washed a couple of rugs. I watched my Sunday shows. I enjoy Charlie's Angels, Hart To Hart and Fantasy Island. The wind blew the shed door open again. That shed needs to be put out of it's misery. We are having wind as well again. The Oscars. I don't even know what movies are out anymore. I used to be up on all that. Now, I just watch the movies I have. I just worried about the new Downton Abbey Movies but I think they are all done. I didn't watch any news. I know the Iran War is still going on. The Government Shutdown. I haven't heard anymore news. I am still trying to figure out things on here. The new system. I play around with it. I hope the Lord forgives me for getting mad about a thing I was trying to figure out on here. Harry and Meghan. They are awful. I hate saying that. Harry is so spoiled. Does he and Meghan even care about those kids? You never hear anything about them. I hope you are feeling well and you don't get any bad storms. I am hoping to get through storms tonight. Have a good week and do something fun. Later. |
| Hi on Monday. March 16, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you. Here, there are all sorts of dire weather warnings. They have scared me, that's for sure. I hope that the power stays on with whatever hits here. I guess there is a high risk of power going out. They say level 4 warnings and we don't usually get that high. I'm not even sure what it all means. It's supposed to get a lot colder with the winds that are coming. Not much time goes by when we don't have extreme warnings it seems. I don't remember being as aware of it all in earlier times. Yesterday was a quiet day besides going to church, I stayed close to home. They were saying we might have had storms. I fell asleep. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! I hope that all the wars will be settled and things will get to some sort of normal for all areas. I don't really understand a lot on the site, but I figure that will come gradually as I need to learn it. Maybe that isn't right, but I can't handle huge changes very well. I saw some Oscar Highlights. Of course, one person that I saw had to get political because it wouldn't be the Oscars with a lecture from some overpaid, undereducated celebrity. Royals. They are starting to reveal things from that book, "Betrayal". Things about issues with Harry's charity, Invictus Games. I don't think the book is available yet in the U.S. It's a British author so it might take a while. The royal family thinks that Markle "brainwashed" Harry. I don't think that's entirely true, but the blame will go on her so Harry can crawl back into the family. Catherine and William seem to do the right thing and keep trying no matter what. I guess they have a lot of help and guidance from the palace. I just hope that Catherine and Charles can regain their health. I watched my usual youtube. Not much new to report and Nancy Guthrie is still missing. I hope that no one gets those bad tornadoes. Happy St. Patrick's Day Eve!   |
| We had tornado warnings in Michigan and 50 miles away from us. We did get thunderstorms. We got snowthis morning and it may snowuntil tomorrow morning. Like really? We had winds for 8 hours yesterday. I do hope your weather is behaving and you just get rain I get tired of weather mixtures. I vacuumed today. I did laundry and read my Devotions. I got caught up on those. We need to find a safe passage to get oil out of Iran according to Trump. Does he know what he is doing? Gas is all over the place. Ray takes care of filling up the vehicles. He takes the truck every time he goes. The car is mine. I drive it and he drives it when we go out together. I hope to go out Thursday. Anyway, we don't run out of gas. I thought the US had their own gas supplies. I hope so. The war in Iran is nasty. I feel sorry for the innocent people. Harry and Meghan. That man can't think for himself. Meghan rules him and he needs to set her straight. He should have done that on day one. I hope he will get a clue. The Oscars. I don't know who won. They never chose the movies I like. I gave up years ago. Bella hasn't slept much today. The storms didn't bother her last night. I hope you are feeling good. I am always thinking of you. Thanks for all you do. Later. Happy St. Patrick's Day!  |
| Happy St. Patrick's Day!! I hope it is a good day for you and you feel perky and the weather cooperates. Give my best to Miss Bella O'Kitty! Yesterday there was a Tornado Watch, then a warning early in the day that lasted altogether about 5 hours. Then they said we were "in the clear". Only that wasn't true. About 5 to 6 PM the real wind started and they issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning. Nothing that time about tornadoes. Then came the 60 mile per hour winds. The forecasting is worthless around here or they wouldn't have said all clear earlier in the day. Straight line winds as opposed to tornado winds. I was a nervous wreck by the time it all died down. I am so thankful to God's grace that the power stayed on. Today is cold, but sunny. A little windy, but nothing like those 60 mph winds yesterday after dinner time. Then the rain came down in sheets. Today, I was able to go to the post office and also to the grocery store. I got gas. It was $3.59 a gallon. I don't drive much, but I figured I'd get it while it was under 4$. I hope things settle down about Iran and things get back to something approaching normal with the gas supply and prices. Hoping all the wars in the world get settled so there is peace. I hope that the weather settles down, too, but March tends to be weird here. I might watch the movie Wild Mountain Thyme later on. It is set in Ireland so I figure that might be nice for St. Patrick's Day. I saw Barbra Streisand from the Oscars. I like that she sang a little and did it as a tribute to her friend, Robert Redford. I liked that she said he called her, "Babs". But the other movies and so-called stars don't interest me anymore. I figure I'm done going to the movies, unless I hear that something is interesting. I didn't hear anything that remotely interested me about the awards show. Royals. Apparently, Camilla said that Meghan has brainwashed Harry, according to that new book I mentioned. Harry is all mad about it. I guess the truth is hard to take in his weird world. I think Camilla has a point. Meghan is charging money for people to just be in the same place as her, for some event in Australia, apparently. I wonder if many people will want to do that. I guess some people would be into that, but it makes me wonder who and what the heck are they thinking doing that. Well, it is a lot of time passed and they haven't found Nancy Guthrie, which makes me feel like all the security systems in the world aren't worth much in the end. Why can't they find her. I wonder. I hope and pray that she will be found for the sake of her loved ones. Lots of things in the world to pray for, but blessings to be grateful for also. I hope it is a lovely St. Patrick's Day for you!! |
| Happy St. Patrick's Day! I have been watching Riverdance and listening to Irish music. I love Gaelic Storm. Thanks for the Merit Badge and Awardicon! It means a lot. I felt better last night. Today, I don't know. It is 20 some degrees. We had snow last night. We are getting snow tonight.I am so glad you were safe from the tornadoes. I hope we won't have tornadoes all summer. We had wind the past 2 days and it gets scary. I wished I lived where it was 70 Degrees every day and rain once in awhile and no bad weather. I need to go to YouTube and watch Barbara Streisand sing her Memories Song. I need to watch that movie again. I love her and I loved Robert Redford. Meghan. She is awful. What happened to that sweet good looking guy at William and Kate's wedding that we loved? He sure changed. Maybe if he leaves Meghan, he will be Harry again. I hope you are feeling better. I am always thinking of you. Praying for better days. Have a good day. Later. I am still praying for Nancy Guthrie and I pray for the Royals. I pray for the war with Ireland to end as well. I pray for Trump to straighten up. My cousin and I are still going out Thursday. I need to get out. I feel better when I go out. I hope the weather turns to spring. |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is March 18, 2026. I hope it is a good day after St. Pat's Day for you and you feel well. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! Yesterday and today are cold here. Cold but sunny. At least those tornado warnings and high winds seem to have moved on. Good riddens to that volatile weather! Today, my neighbor is having work done on her house so her maid is parking in my driveway. Okay by me, since it is too cold for me to go anywhere today and I got groceries yesterday. I saw this thing on Youtube. Jane Fonda was whining and complaining because Barbra Streisand did the tribute to Robert Redford on the Oscars and not her. Jane Fonda said that she made four films with Redford and Streisand only made one. Then, later, I saw a Neil Sean things where he explained that Fonda and Streisand never liked each other. Maybe if Jane Fonda looked in the mirror she would see why Streisand was picked and plus, no one wants to hear one of her long political lectures as her idea of a "tribute" to Robert Redford. The song from Streisand was a much better idea and the films that Jane Fonda made with Redford all together aren't as good as "The Way We Were." Streisand is a pro. Jane Fonda is Henry Fonda's daughter who had a lot of helping hands along the way thanks to her Dad. Jane Fonda is the only woman that mott  ever said he "loathed" and that was because he thought she acted like a traitor during the Vietnam War. Tom did two tours of duty during the time that Jane Fonda was living it up in Hanoi with the enemy.He would have been glad that Streisand got the better of her. News. No news on the Nancy Guthrie case. Day 46. It makes a person lose faith in a lot of things. Law Enforcement. The FBI. Things the media says. Royal Family. So much stuff is coming out now about Markle. There is a big thing about her deal with Netflix and how that fell apart, plus that book, Betrayal. I will never forget the way she treated her father when he had his leg amputated. Apparently, he's recovering well, no thanks to her or Harry. The way parents are treated is sometimes shameful in this world. I miss my parents every day, but when they were here I sometimes took them for granted. I am very sorry and ashamed of that and I had to see people treated badly who are struggling with things like aging. Life can be so hard some times. I hope that today finds you feeling well and things going your way! |
| I woke up with sinus issues. I think I will make a Doctor Appointment. I hope it is just the weather and my sinuses will clear up. My cousin and I want to go out tomorrow. I hope her father is alright. I don't go out much anymore. I hope spring and summer will be positive. We got snow last night. It is going to raintomorrow.Meghan Markle. She isn't nice to her father. It's sad. My father and I were in a good place the last 20 years or so. Vietnam changed him. I hate that war and when they give Vietnam as a prize on The Price is Right. WHY WOULD THEY DO THAT AND WHY WOULD ANYONE WANT TO GO THERE? Did everyone forget that war? I didn't. I am glad Dad and I were in a good place the last 20 years or so. I need to clean the kitchen. Always things to do. I saw a video of Princess Catherine dressed up in a beautiful green suit pinning something on an Irish Wolfhound. So sweet. The Irish Wolfhound is beautiful. I saw that Washington DC dyed the river green. Hollywood. I guess they like to fight. I don't hold Hollywood stars in high regard. I just like the old movies. I hope you are having good weather and things will go well for you. Spring is sure slow to get here. Have a good day. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Thursday. It is March 19, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and you feel better! I also hope you get to go for your outing with your cousin and that will perk you both up! Give my best to Miss Bella! No more snow should be allowed after tomorrow. It is Spring. Baseball is started. March Madness is starting. Time for sunshine and flowers and NO MORE ICE OR SNOW. NO MORE TORNADO WARNINGS, either!! My neighbor is having work done on her house so there are a lot of comings and goings. I heard that they are looking at house work/construction and renter guys in the Nancy Guthrie thing. That makes me look around more at who is where. I hope and pray that they find out what happened to her somehow and find where she is and find out exactly who did what to her. They had better find out what is going on with this because I won't forget. Today is Day 47. I got two classic movies to watch. I got them from amazon. The Way We Were and Some Like it Hot. A friend of mine got Turner Classic Movies with her cable. She's enjoying that. I hope that Jane Fonda doesn't get any money from having been married to Ted Turner. I hope the wars end soon. I have no control over that, but really how will anyone be able to buy gas. I hope they get it done quickly. Wouldn't it be weird if they can get a war with Iran done, but can't find an 84 year old woman in poor health, with mobility issues? My brother is going to another service in Arlington in May. He is good to do that and get it set up for his friend. This is the lady who left him Rascal. She was his girlfriend's sister. It has taken longer than Tom's service did. She died January 21, 2025 and it won't be until the beginning of May 2026 that they lay her to her final resting. I wish Rascal could go, but Arlington doesn't allow pups. Royal Family. I think I might be interested enough to read that book, Betrayal, by Tom Bower, when it gets released. He went to some charity thing Harry does and a bunch of people who work on Markle's behalf harassed him. He got it on his phone. I saw it, these horrid women harassing this elderly gentleman (he's a lawyer in England). Meghan acts like she never got past middle school behaviors with all her antics. There was this thing that was supposedly their daughter and she looks like a teenager when she's only 4 years old. Odd. I know I won't be here to read it unless those kids are aging very rapidly, but some day those kids of theirs will tell their own stories about Harry and Markle. Well, not much is happening here besides the trash getting picked up and work going on next door. Take care and I hope you get to have a nice outing with your cousin! |
| My cousin and I went shopping. We went to Kohls. I got pillows, a new can opener, hand soap and a serving label. I got make up at Sephora. I got a blanket, sheets and pillow cases at Home Goods. I also got a dog for outside that looks like Toto. I got a nice blue plate with a rose on it. I picked up apple crisps for Ray and chocolate covered pretzels. We ate at McAllisters. Potato soup and a tuna sandwich. Chili's and Panera were crowded. I don't shop like I used to. I probably won't go out for awhile. I got to the Doctor Monday. I feel better today but I hurt. My ankles hurt when I shop. No rain today. It warmed up to 60 Degrees.We got our taxes done. We owe some money on Mom's taxes. Meghan is a brat. She was an actress and should have stayed royal. Wear the crown. Love being a Princess. I would. Raise your kids and love your parents. I hope she and Harry get ignored by everyone. That's what she deserves. I am glad your brother was able to get Rascal. He inherited him. So sweet. I am sorry puppies aren't allowed at Arlington. I am trying to understand the Iran war. Our Americans there are getting killed. I hate that. I am trying to cut Trump some slack and have hopes he cares and wants the US to be great. Some new member sent the same review to 6 people, me included. The email said my book had good potential and wanted to help me improve on writing to get published. This person is a Amazon Publisher Consultant. I don't need or want their help. I have been published twice and I am fine and am not looking for payment or fame. I love to write on here. This is my writing home along with other writers who love this community. I love this website and I am a writer and a lot of us are. We are happy and don't need consultants. This person was only here an hour. Their account was deleted. Enough of that. Have a good day and thanks for listening. Hope you are feeling better. Later. |
| Hi on Friday. Happy Spring! It is March 20, 2026! I was happy to read that you got to go on a nice shopping trip! Yay for retail therapy!! Great start to the new season! Give my best to Miss Bella! I heard there are going to be boots on the ground in Iran. I hope that is not true. My friend says there are big gas lines in Pennsylvania. The gas there is 3.99 a gallon. This is sort of reminding me of when the pandemic started and everyone thought that what was coming couldn't be that bad. But then it was pretty bad. Yesterday, I was talking about Luke Combs. Then, I turned on the transistor radio and there was the song that I had been talking about. I took that as a sign and it cheered me up. I am going to try and listen to more music because it helped me to feel better and like God is with me. I am so thankful for all my blessings, though I don't always remember to say it. I also took it as a sign that Tom is at peace and okay. That is important to me. I cried quite a bit yesterday, which is unusual. Tom died here at home March 28, 2023 so almost three years ago. This morning, someone was not so nice, but I don't think it was intentional. More thoughtless, but it happens. I bit my tongue. That person who emailed to you. I have had things like that, but when I read the emails, it doesn't seem like English is the first language. I basically assume that everyone that butters me up is wanting something I don't want to give. So, usually, I block/ignore. I have quite a collection in there of that. Royals. I want that new Tom Bower book, but it's not on amazon yet. I keep checking and I see it's in the search bar so I'm not the only one who is checking. I hope his marketing gets their act together to sell his book. I checked on my taxes and they were e filed earlier in the week, according to the accountant's administrator. That's something I did over the winter I guess. I am SO ready for spring and the warm up and am already enjoying those warmer days! Yay! Have a lovely Friday!! |
| 75 Degrees. I went to CVS and got some things I needed. Coming home, there were some horses in a field and one was lying down. I got worried about him so I drove past Mom's house and went to the cemetery. I drove back to check on the horse. He was up eating. I felt sad driving past Mom's old house and going to the cemetery. I came home by the field with the cows and donkeys. There was a dog out in the field and the donkeys chased him. The cows chased him and there was a car by the road and people. I hoped they got things taken care of. I knew I wouldn't be able to help. I don't know. Sometimes, it feels like the pandemic all over again. I hope things get better for us. I was listening to country music today. Cal Smith and Loretta Lynn. I have pain today. When I shop, that happens. Arthritis isn't kind. I bought a Paddington Bear Beanie at CVS. My new friend. Bella likes him. She got Ricky, her beanie raccoon out.I cleaned the kitchen and did laundry. I know what you mean about missing Tom. I hate when people die. Tomorrow. I will read Devotions and do things around here. Have a good day and weekend. Think spring. |
| Hi on Saturday. It is March 21. I used to love March for various reasons. I still love the warming up and the longer days. Don't love the storms. I hope your day is a good one and you feel well. I love Paddington Bear! I have one that comforts me. Give my best to Miss Bella today and always. I hope she is enjoying the longer daylight days! My neighbor is having work done on her house. It has been all week. It is fixing what that awful guy did in 2020 that messed up both our houses. We got our house fixed up at the time. It makes me a little nervous because I heard they think now that Nancy Guthrie was targeted by construction workers near her home. Yesterday, I blew off my deck. I had hardly been out on it in months. Am going to try and do more to at least do one thing a day. Not going places so much as getting house things done. I just put it off and procrastinate. I hope that the people of Iran can take charge of their own destiny at some point. When do they take responsibility for what has gone on or is this their chance to blame everything bad on the U.S. and Israel. These things seem to always end with us losing people and spending a lot of moola, only to be resented. Like what was left in Iraq and Afghanistan for instance. Hope we say enough is enough and come back to energy independence here and let the rest of the world work out their needs without us having to sort it out for them. Wishful thinking, I know. Today is Day 49 that Nancy Guthrie is vanished into the desert night. How could such a thing happen. The people on youtube seem to remind people of what happened and the fact that with all the bragging and boasting, no one is even arrested and she's gone so long. Kids seem to have returned to their regular programming, which isn't exactly inspiring. Royals. Harry and Markle are now fighting with Netflix apparently. When they run out of entities to fight (like the royal family, Netflix, Spotify and Penguin Random House) they might turn on each other. Nothing is ever either one of their faults. And her father still is without his limb there in the Philippines waiting and hoping that his daughter will help him. I know people who are always right in their own eyes. Sometimes I wonder if a light ever shines on some individuals. I guess time will tell the tales. I do not understand all that is happening in the world or on here, but we move forward and things get sorted out or not. I try to adapt. Music has been helping me lately. This week, I had been asking for a sign and I got one through music on a transistor radio. That made me feel so happy. As always, I am thankful for my many blessings and I pray for the strength to face my challenges going forward. Take care and enjoy your weekend! Happy First Saturday in Spring!  |
| March. It is getting closer to spring. I hope it stays sunny. I hope good things happen. I wish we would stay out of wars. I know the world isn't peaceful. I pray it will be. Iran has innocent people and it is sad for them. I thought we ended that war over 20 years ago. I wonder if it will go through all summer. My son called last night. He has a hernia and other issues. The one dog has a parasite and was going to the Vet. The puppy hates sharing his toys. I did laundry and made tuna. I have arthritis issues today. My sinuses are better and I see the Doctor Monday. I suppose we will discuss other things. Bella didn't want all her lunch. She is taking a nap.Ray picked up tractor parts a guy was giving away. He can sell them and use them to repair tractors. I have been so behind on reviews. I hope to get caught up. I hope your friends house gets fixed up. I am sorry about the man who messed up your house that time. My ornaments outside need to be organized since the concrete men messed them up. I hope they find Nancy Guthrie. I can't believe how long it has been since she went missing. Have a good day. Hope things go well your way. |
| Hi on Sunday. It is March 22, 2026. The 3rd Day of Spring! I hope that you feel good today and things are starting to bloom and warm up there. Give a hug to Miss Bella for me! I am trying to do a little thing each day to at least do something. So far, I am not doing much, but it's a little more than nothing. Yesterday, the corgis got loose because the painters left the gate open. Who do I see running around the front yards and into the street! The younger corgi! She's only about a year and a half old. The older one went right to the front door because he doesn't like to get far from home. They are so different. One of the awesome neighborhood kids who helps me with the trash sometimes - he and his brother were out - they went and picked up the pup and carried her home. It was quite scary because it didn't seem like she was going to come to them, but they outran her. Thank God! Those painters got an ear full from my neighbor! News. I hope Trump will end the war before gas prices go any higher. I sort of thought we were energy independent. I hear he's sending Ice agents to help TSA at the airports. Scary times! Nancy Guthrie. Day 50. I mean really why can't they find her. I wonder if anyone is even looking there in the desert near her house now. I wonder about who has done this being on the loose roaming around on front porches. All they need is a miracle, like the song says. Royal Family. King Charles and Camilla are coming over next month. I hope that it goes well and we don't get in a big fight with the UK. On here, someone sent me something I found irritating. It was insulting to me in a sort of round about way. I block/ignored. I should not have let it get to me, but it did. Maybe they caught me at a bad time. It was a dumb sort of thing. Definitely eventually forgivable. Maybe. Sigh. Well, not much else is going on. I am loving the warmer weather, but I have congestion and am sneezing a lot, which is a trade-off for the pollen. Take care and enjoy your Sunday!  |
| I did go to Church. My uncle put his Bibles in the car and then picked up my aunt at the door. He waved at me and drove around the Church twice. I worry about him driving. I haven't said anything to my cousin. I pray he will be safe. His dementia worries me. Tonight is Hymn Sing. I don't go. I am not sure how many people will be there. Some woman at Church asked me how my mother is. I told her she died a year ago. She thought I was my aunt's daughter. My aunt is my uncles wife. I didn't even know this woman. I hope Trump doesn't stir up trouble with King Charles. Ice soldiers might be helping out at the airports. Too scary if they will be wearing masks. The US is scary. What happened to keeping us safe? I hate when I get unfavorable reviews. I block them. Someone saying I shouldn't review if they don't use 3 genres. I don't care about genres. If I like what it is about, I will continue reading and review it. Things on here I don't get. Sorry, the Corgis got out. Glad the baby got back home safely. It may rain today.Tomorrow is my Doctor Day. I pray that goes well. I hope you are feeling well. I am sorry about someone being insulting. I hate when that happens. I appreciate the comments on my Blog today. I wish flowers could talk. Workmen need to keep gates closed. People do have pets. I am watching Aaron Spelling Sunday. Have a good day and week. |
| Hi on Monday. It is March 23, 2026. Spring is definitely here and it's making me sneeze. I hope you feel good and that things go well at the Doctor's office. Give Miss Bella my best! It sounds like that woman at church might be having issues or else is just insensitive and not with it herself. Maybe she was embarrassed by her mistake. She assumed things that were off base and was hurtful. People sometimes have said things to me at the church I go to. Tom used to have a way of deflecting things with humor. I don't have the ability to do that so I just keep it to myself. I just sit with my neighbor and smile at people. I don't usually engage and I didn't go by myself when she was out last year with her injury. So, I go, but I don't really visit with anyone. I'm just there to feel closer to God with my prayers and like I'm where maybe he wants me to be. But at a church book sale the first year Tom died, a woman asked me if I belonged to the church. I said yes I belong here and before that I was confirmed at the national cathedral in D.C. My name was on a list that said that. That seemed to shut her up. Women at church sometimes get the notion that they are in charge instead of God. But we are supposed to forgive so I work on that. God gives me a lot of homework sometimes. My neighbor is nice so I'm thankful for that and that she seems to enjoy going with me. Those work guys are back today, painting her house. I hope they remember to close the gate when they leave so the little corgi doesn't run away! News. The gas prices keep going up here. I hope this war is ended soon. Same with the war in Ukraine, although Putin might not be in the mood to end that one. Royals. I want to buy that book, Betrayal by Tom Bower, but it isn't available yet on amazon. The publisher must be thinking it will only sell in the UK or something. I saw a couple of interviews with him on youtube and he is definitely promoting it, but it's not available here for pre-order yet. I am still doing my little things. Today, I went to the post office, then the grocery store that I like. Plus, I do little cleaning things around the house. Just so I can say I did something instead of just me staring at youtube all day long. I calmed down about what went on here yesterday. I love that Block/Ignore feature. It gives me a cooling off time. I really got worked up over nonsense, but that's nothing new.  I hope that today is good and things go well at the Doctor's office. Think "Spring"!! |
| I saw my Doctor. I have to pick up an antibiotic later. I have other meds to pick up. It is 35 Degrees. This weather is a roller coaster. I do hope the Corgis didn't get out. I worry about animals. Ray went to Walmart. He bought Bella different dry cat food. She has been affectionate today.I promise to clean house tomorrow. I need to get another blood test next week.A1C. I need to do a Bone Density Test. I hope I don't need another pill. We paid Mom's taxes. We get money back from taxes. That's good. I still hope to enjoy good things in life. I don't know why some members want to hurt others here. I block them. I don't fight with them. I stay out of trouble. New members and grey cases aren't allowed to read my items. They don't get the review thing and how it is done. Anyway, I don't my thing and hope someone likes what I write. I hope you are okay with a unfriendly member. We block and let it go. Gas prices are awful. So is the war. Oh. You mentioned the movie Some Like It Hot. I love that movie. I watched Titanic with Barbara Stanwyck and Robert Wagner. So sad. So a new royal book. Like really? I don't read much anymore. Not even Danielle Steel. Have a good day. Thanks for all your Blog comments. They mean a lot. Have a good day. Sending prayers to you and the world. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is March 24, 2026. We move through March. I hope that you get good medicine and that you are feeling better real soon. Try and get as much rest as you can. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! So, yesterday, the painters ran into my mailbox. I saw it happen or I'm not sure they would have done anything. I was worried it wasn't sturdy, but it seems okay. They painted it to make it up to me and it looks good, but what I worry about is whether it is in there good so it won't fall over. I am cautiously optimistic that it is okay. They were sorry, but if I hadn't hobbled out there, I don't know if they would have checked on it. I yelled because I could see it coming as the guy was trying to back up and turn around and didn't have a good angle on it. He spent a lot of time painting it, and said sorry sorry, but it disappointed me because I didn't get the feeling that they would have let me know if I hadn't seen it happen. Today, I went to the post office again and also to Target. Did a little laundry, too. The news is weird. I don't know if the war in Iran is over or not. I hear it is and then that it isn't. Gas prices are still pretty high here. I am trying to limit my outings. Royal Family. I will wait for that book to be released. Harry and Meghan are supposed to go to Australia in April so maybe the book will be released here then. Also, King Charles comes to the U.S. in April, if he is able. I think his health status might be questionable. He is brave to carry on while having treatment for cancer. People on here sometimes are very nice. Then there will be someone who brings out the Block/Ignore impulse. I do it and then the next day or so I'm over it and it's a distant memory. I just shake my head and sigh. When people criticize my prompts, I tell them to basically volunteer their time and do better than me. That usually shuts them up because those who love to criticize others who are trying their best rarely do much themselves in any sort of sustained way. At least now I can ignore them once I cool off from the initial seeing red type of rage. I hope that today is a good day for you and you are on the road to feeling better from the sinus infection! Take good care and get some nice rest! |
| I am sorry the painters ran into your mailbox. They are rude. Workmen. You have to keep an eye on them. At least, they took care of it but you pointed it out to them. My minister yelled at the snowplow men for blocking her driveway with snow and she is the most patient person I know but we all have our breaking point. I get this. My one antibiotic is going to interfere with my blood thinner and my Doctor charged it to one I always take. I know it will work. The war in Iran. I don't know. It is sad. I pray everyday for it to end. I vacuumed today and did a few things. I am not sure how I am feeling. I used my Kohls cash on line and they sent it to a Kohls 2 hours away. I don't know if I will get it or not. Kohls goofed up an order years ago. I am done with Kohls. I can get bedding at Home Goods. Sephora. I can always order my makeup. It is going to rain and storm Thursday.Ray had to do more tax stuff for Mom. This is uncalled for. I hope we get it settled. My uncle is acting out again. My cousin has to deal with him The world is depressing. My everyday life is, too. Bella has been playful. She doesn't know tge world is in crisis. I wish I didn't Have a good day. I hope you are feeling well. Thanks for all you do . Later. |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is March 25, 2026. Today has been an unusual day so far. I hope it has been a good day for you and your sinus infection is improving with the medicine they gave you. Here's to feeling better! Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! Today, I went first thing to get my hair cut. I looked like the witch from Bewitched (not the young one) The hair cut perked me up. Then, I decided to go to McDonalds Drive thru for a biscuit and hash browns. So, I give my order but when I got to the window they said that the person ahead of me paid for my order. This surprised me. So, I said how much is the one behind me and they told me. Then I paid for the lady behind me to "pay it forward". It made me feel so good to do that. Tom was always very in to Pay It Forward so it was almost like I could feel him smiling. So, I did something PIF for PIF, if that makes any sense. I felt like I was moved to do it by unseen forces. Then, I drove home (less than a mile) Who do I see but the guy who walks the hound dog on the other side of my house. So, I said can you bring Pluto (That's the dog's name) to visit me if I sit here in the car and wait and he said, "sure". So then Pluto came and I petted him and gave him some treats and said hello. This made me feel so happy. It doesn't take much, but it all seemed nice. News I hope the war ends soon because otherwise, my brother will be nervous about getting gas and won't come and visit me. I also hope that Iran does something for themselves at some point in time and that the U.S. does not have to do everything and that Israel doesn't have to do everything, either. I heard that Savannah Guthrie did an interview with Hoda Kotbe. Royals. That Tom Bower book. I keep checking, but it's not available in the U.S. Maybe I will watch so many interviews with Tom Bower that I won't need the book. Maybe something big will happen with Markle and Harry so that the book will be obsolete. That has happened before with royal books. Seems like nothing happens for a long time then fast moving things happen. I guess real life is like that, too, when I stop and think about it some. Well, I hope that you have a fabulous day. I tried to wave at the driver ahead of me at McDonalds, once I got my wits about me, but I don't think he saw me. I hope he knows I appreciate it very much. In some ways, I think it has saved me. I had asked for "signs" and I have received quite a few lately. I am so thankful for all the blessings. Thank YOU for being my friend and for having such a nice campfire for me to write in with you. |
| My day started out bad. I had to vacuum the front room. I didn't feel well but got better. I am on the antibiotic. Hopefully, that will help. I don't have plans this week. That is nice someone bought your meal. I should pay it forward sometime. Glad you got to see Pluto. That is sweet. I rearranged my closet and gave some clothes to Goodwill. Ray took them in for me. Bella has been so sweet today. She watched me rearrange my closet.I try to be happy about blessings and be thankful. I pray all the time. I heard gas is going up. I hope it goes down. Some people can't afford it. That is sad. Ray always fills my car up for me. I hope your brother will just buy gas and bring Rascal and visit you. That means a lot to you. I got dog tote bags in the mail today. They sent them to Dad. Dad and Mom gave money to all the animals. I am going to give money to our local humane society. It is going to storm tomorrow night. I hope things will be alright. My son said he read about the tornado online and asked why I didn't tell him. I guess I didn't think about it. Hopefully I won't be facing anymore bad storms or anyone else will, either. Have a good day. I hope good things will happen for you. I am always thinking of you. |
| Hi on Thursday. It is March 26, 2026. I hope that it is a good day for you and that you feel better and the weather cooperates. Give my love to Miss Bella! Yesterday morning was good. Then I got a phone telling me that a cousin of mine had passed away. He was someone who was kind to me when Tom was so sick. It was sudden, but he had had surgery a couple of weeks before. He died at home from what they think was either a heart attack or a blood clot. I think the first time I ever flew by myself was when I was 16 and I flew to his wedding. He was a teacher, coach and farmer. A really good guy. He was just a few days older than my brother - they were born same month, same year. He is from the mid-western part of my family, on my mother's side. As far as I know, there is only one cousin left on that side. This cousin loved animals. I was looking on youtube after I heard he passed and I saw this cow video about a cow named Rufus. It made me think my cousin sent it to cheer me up. Sometimes, I ask for signs and I felt like that might have been one. I haven't done much today, just feel sad is all. Well, it is the start of Baseball, so my brother brought that up so that is good. He's trying to decide what streaming package works best for him to watch The Nationals and The Orioles. I'm more of METs Fan. Well, that is about all. I hope all the wars end. I wish I could buy that Royal Family book, but it's not on amazon yet. I will buy it when it shows up I guess if it's still interesting. Take care and I hope that today is a feel good day for you and a good weather day, too!! |
| The farmers are out today. I guess they feel spring is coming. We are expecting storms after while. I am sorry to hear about your cousin. I hate losing people. I pray you will be alright with this and cherish the moments you had with him. The cows video sounds cute. We do find things and signs to make us feel better. I heard today is the first day of baseball. I am not a fan. We don't all like the same things in life. I vacuumed and cleaned the bathrooms this morning. I did catch up on Devotions. I may go put for a ride tomorrow. Hopefully, the storms won't be bad. I had new capris come in yesterday and a lavender sequin top. I ordered a two piece rose colored top and lounge gowns. I have no plans to read new books. I have way too many books. Bella has been affectionate and ambitious. Survivor voted out two good players last night. I don't understand why. That makes me unhappy. I am watching my soaps. I have other things to do but I will see how things go. Have a good day. Thanks for your Blog comments. I am praying for you. Keep your memories of Tom and your cousin. Prayers and hugs. |
| Hi on Friday. It is March 27, 2026. I hope it is a good Spring Day for you and that you feel perky. It sounds like you are getting a lot done. I didn't get much sleep so I don't know how much I'll do today. We will see how it goes. When I looked up my cousin's obituary, it has a picture of black and white cows. He was a Dairy Farmer. It is his picture next to cows. It is sweet. That made me smile. He was an animal lover. I know he is with God and was a blessing on earth to all who knew him. Give my love to Miss Bella! I got an express email from church saying the female minister is retiring soon. She is so nice. She just got here not too long ago, maybe 2 years ago replacing another nice person, a man. She and the man are the ones who smile at people. I hope they get someone nice to replace her. I usually understand her sermons the best. She has a nice way of expressing herself. She has done well. News. I don't know what to believe in the news. I hope all the wars end and people can rebuild their lives in Iran and Ukraine, too. I will be glad if the TSA thing is settled. The Democrats in the Senate wanted to go on recess for Easter so they decided to cave in. Real people have been hurt by the TSA shutdown. I am so tired of seeing the lines at airports and knowing that people are having to do that. Everyone knows someone who travels pretty much. Royals. Harry and whatever just keep doing the same thing. If they get close to anyone in the royal family I think they will use it to sell something. I wouldn't buy anything from either one of them. I heard there is a petition that has 35,000 signatures from normal people in Australia who do not want tax payer money to fund their visit. The Nancy Guthrie case.. Missing 55 Days. I saw most of Savannah's Interview with Hoda Kotb. I feel so bad for Savannah. I do not blame her for wanting some "control" over the narrative, but I feel that doing that might make it more difficult to find her mother and solve the case. Right now she is so emotional, but the day will come when she looks at things objectively. I hope she is prepared for what that will bring in light of what seems to be more and more apparent. It just seems like too much loss. Well, I move into tomorrow still mourning the loss of my own. I hope it is a good day for you and everything goes good all weekend, with nice weather and not too much pollen! |
| The rain storms weren't bad. We didn't get hail. The tornadoes stayed in Ohio. We got three brief showers. I am all stuffed up today. I am kind of mad at my Doctor. He doesn't take me seriously. I pray to God to take care of things like my hitial hernia. If this sinus thing leaves, I would be alright. I am on Day 3 of the antibiotic. Bella got fiesty. She had been so sweet.I guess March Madness is still going on. I like basketball in high school. I loved the high school dances after the games. I didn't do much today. I folded up laundry. I had hoped to do more. I haven't done many reviews the past 3 days. I get behind on things. I feel sorry for Savannah. I wonder if she will ever come back to work. Why can't they find her mother? I miss Mom but I know where she is. Not knowing would be more heartbreaking. I pray for her. I love the picture of your cousin and his cows. Dairy cows get to live. They are just used for milk. I love when a photographer takes pictures and the animals smells the camera. Too cute. I saw a caption online that Meghan yelled at reporters. No surprise there. March will soon be over. I have medical things to do next month. wish it was may. Great. I goofed up the format. I hope you are finding comfort today. I am praying for you and thinking of you. Have a good weekend. Thanks for commenting on my Blog entries. It means a lot. |
| Hi on Saturday. This is March 28, 2026. I am trying my best to get through this date. Three years this morning since my Tom went to be with God. It stormed a little in the night, but not much. Well, I hope that today you see real improvements in how you feel and the antibiotic is kicking in and helping. Give Miss Bella extra hugs from me today. I slept in. Hadn't slept much the night before. I really got a lot of sleep last night and this morning. I feel groggy and fuzzy a bit I know that my cousin and Tom are both in a better place. Maybe they will meet up. They asked about each other, but never met in this life. But they did know of each other. Sometimes, Bobby used to give me advice on Boo. He always had a smile in his voice, just like Tom did. He's with his Mom, my aunt, now. She was a huge baseball fan so they are probably watching all the ball games from heaven. Tom, too. He loved watching baseball.  I saw some more of the Savannah Guthrie interview. Apparently, the plan is that she is coming back to the Today show on April 6. She's brave to do that. I hope that getting back to work helps her. I think things are not exactly as presented, but the Guthrie family is doing their best to cope. I think it will be very hard when it comes out what went on with this and who is behind it. Very very difficult sometimes to take a good hard look at what people do in some situations. But aging is hard, too. Life can take a turn at any time so I guess it makes us tend to count our blessings more on the good days. I saw photos of Mrs. Guthrie that made me feel so sad. Life is like that sometimes, I guess. Spring is here now and I hope the wars will come to a close. Royal Family. They have their own challenges. Everyone can see Markle's character because of the way she treated her own father and Harry's father. She can't hide it - it was on full display. Maybe Harry can't see, but everyone else can see it. I think the people of Australia do see it and won't be rushing up to welcome them in April. They go to Australia and King Charles comes to the USA to see President Trump. That book I wanted isn't available here so maybe I will lose interest by the time it is available. Well, I hope that this weekend is good to you. Take care and let's hope for some lovely spring days ahead without all the pollen!   |
| I didn't feel good this morning. I got my trash emptied. I cleaned the microwave and stove. I got a few things done. I don't know if I will go to Church tomorrow. We will see how things go. I hope you found comfort today and got a sign from God. We do all we can to find comfort. Maybe Mom and your mother and our relatives in Heaven met up. You know they are all happy. We can bet on that. I guess the government is still on partial shutdown. Our national leaders are on Easter Vacation. That is low. People should refuse to vote at the next election. Maybe that will get their attention. That is good that Savannah is coming back. I pray for her mother every night anymore. I like her. Hoda. I don't care for her. Things are quiet at WDC. I need to do some reviews. I hate when they take too long to get books and items on the market. People aren't in a hurry. I hate my order at Kohls 2 hours away. I can't get in touch with them to change it. I have 2 orders, clothes and a ring coming in and one ring on back order. I watched Petticoat Junction, Dr. Quinn, Murphy Brown and Hudson and Rex. Have a good day. I hope good things come your way. |
| Hi on Sunday. It is March 29, 2026. Thank you so much for all your kindness to me on March 28. You helped me a lot with your kindness, my friend! I hope today is a day when you feel better and better. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty please! We did go to church today. It was cold and I had to scrape my windows, but the heat works now in the car so we could be toasty for some of the short drive over. It's only about 2 miles away from my house. It is Palm Sunday so we got our palm fronds. The lady minister is leaving, but I didn't get to talk to her because my friend was already out the door when I saw her. She will be here until the end of April, which is a good thing. Sun is shining and that makes it seem better. I laid down on the couch when I got home and fell asleep for a while. I don't know why because I slept a lot last night. There was no sermon because of it being Palm Sunday. I hadn't remembered that. We didn't go for that or Easter last year because my neighbor/friend was in the hospital. My brother and I visited her instead of going to church. My brother is trying to buy another house, with no stairs. I think this makes sense for him. If he gets it, it will be about a half hour closer to me. I hope the wars end soon and no more ground troops get sent over there to Iran. Congress really stinks, paying themselves when they don't pay the people from TSA who are working for a long time without pay. I hope they find Nancy Guthrie and get some answers. I keep thinking if someone took good care of her maybe she would be okay. But who would take her and then take good care of her. A kidnapper maybe? So sad. I think that Savannah Guthrie will have to continue to be strong. Royal Family. I wish that Markle and Harry would move to Australia and not just visit, but that's not nice for Australia to have to cope with those two clowns. Well, I hope that today goes good for you and you get nice rest for the week going forward as we move toward the Easter Bunny time!  |
| I am glad you got through yesterday. I know you said yesterday was rough for you. I am glad I was able to help. I didn't go to Church. The antibiotic is giving me side effects. I hope my other medicine helps. I hate taking medicine to counteract another one. I am half way through the medicine. It is in the 30s. It is just cold. I edited the fairy tale I wrote 20 years ago. It was one of the first items I wrote. I put it at the bottom. I am trying to figure out the new system. I wonder if Australia would want Harry and Meghan. I would hate for them to live by me I hope your brother gets to buy the house he wants. I love houses with steps but I can't go up and down stairs too well anymore I hate that Congress gets paid no matter what. This is fair to the rest of the people. Nancy Guthrie. I wonder how long it will take to find Nancy. Is she on the back burner and the world doesn't consider her a priority? Sad really. I watched Top Gun. Not very exciting today. My aunt fell and broke her wrist. She is married to my uncle who has dementia. My cousin and her husband came back from Michigan early. Have a good day and week. I am always thinking of you.
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| Hi on Monday. It is March 30, 2026. I hope that you are feeling better today. Sorry to read about your Aunt breaking her wrist. It seems like hard times. When it rains, it pours like the saying is. I am sure she is probably so worried and anxious about everything. Hope things start to get better for all of you. Give Miss Bella my love! This morning I went out to the post office, bank and grocery store. I am thankful for God helping me to get through the weekend and through today, too. I am grateful every day, but I don't always remember to say it. News. I hope all the wars end and things settle down and troops don't have to go to that awful Iran. I hope we are not in store for the Draft, like with Vietnam. Hoping, too, that things get peaceful for the world. Congress really is awful, paying themselves but not paying the workers at the airports. Shame on them. Both parties. Today is Day 58 of Nancy Guthrie being missing. I wonder if people will ever know what really happened there. Savannah Guthrie will be back on the Today Show April 6, then I guess will carry on as if it's not real. I hope she gets some answers at some point and can face whatever it is with her faith being strong. Royal Family. Someone was talking about Harry and Markle's kids being used to do something with King Charles. The thing is no one knows anything about those kids, which is fine. Keep it that way. All of a sudden they want them to be the center of attention apparently, but they waited too long. Some day, I predict that one of those kids will write a book about their mean parents who kept them away from the Royal Family heritage. Well, we will see then won't we? Take care and get lots of rest so you can get to feeling much better!!  |
| I guess I am better today. I get tired of seeing Doctors. Medical issues are depressing. My cousin is taking care of my aunt. She needs help using her walker. Her wrist is broke and she has shoulder pain, too. It's upsetting. I am going to drop some stuff off to my cousin tomorrow. Ray went to Walmart and I stayed home. It is going to rain over night and tomorrow.I feel sorry for Harry and Meghans kids. Maybe they sent them to Boarding School. Meghan needs to see her father. I just saw Ryan Cassidy on Facts Of Life. He looks like his brothers David and Shaun. Maybe if I go out tomorrow I will be in a better frame of mind. It is supposed to be in the 60s and 70s this week. Congress is awful.i didn't see any news this morning. I hate watching news Bella has been sweet today. She got McDonald's cheese off my breakfast sandwich.Ray bought a ham so we are having ham for Easter. That sounds good. Not much is new. Just trying to enjoy my day. I did laundry and dishes Have a good day and week. Thanks for all you do. Later. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is March 31, 2026. The last day of March. I hope it is a good day for you and you are feeling better and better. I am sorry for what your cousin is going through with her parents. We know how hard that is when things get difficult with our parents medical challenges. Right before Tom died, I had a root canal. I also fell twice. The Dentist's office people were not helpful. That made it so much more difficult. It is good that your cousin has you to help her through the tough times now and that you check on her. Give a hug from me to Miss Bella Kitty! The last few weeks sometimes I get more sleep. Today I slept until about 7:30, which is unheard of. I just kept going back to sleep. Maybe now, 3 years later, I will get some more sleep and be more with it. One can hope. I went to the bank this morning and did a load of laundry. I also shredded some stuff and put some things away in the kitchen. Mostly now, since it's only me, I use paper plates and bowls. But the last month or so, I started using dishes again. Things like that have been weird with me. It's like I do this or that and I miss Tom. If I do it different than there isn't as much sadness sometimes, but there still is sadness. I accept that I won't see him in this life I guess. I think I should give stuff away to declutter, than I get sad about it and avoid doing it. Something someone mean gave him. I look at it and think I'll get rid of it and then I don't. But it's getting closer to being the reality that I do it. I still have problems when it comes to forgiveness of some people. Just when I think I've made progress, I get those angry feelings. Still praying that God will show me the way. I really should declutter, though. My brother is moving so he is going to declutter. I think he only recently finished "cluttering". He does these giant Lego projects. Mostly recently, he did The Titanic over this winter. I hope his new house is big enough for all his Lego stuff. News. We are still at war and I hear about "ground troops". I don't like the idea of that. What is next. The Draft? Surely not since President Trump is old enough to remember the Vietnam horror. Royal Family. I heard that Meghan Markle's Dad has a girlfriend. Good for him. I hope that it brings him great joy and support that he never got from Meghan or Harry. He looks really happy. Megan and Harry, not so much. It's Day 59 with no word on Nancy Guthrie. At some point, if I were the Guthrie kids, I would arrange a search party of my own since the local authorities don't seem to be able to do anything effective. Maybe they could enlist some of the enterprising youtubers to help them. The News Media and local law enforcement don't seem to have much going on. I watch Brian Entin, Ashleigh Banfield, Monks Intrigue and The Interview Room and sometimes JLR Investigates to keep informed since the regular news is rubbish. I feel so bad for Mrs. Guthrie and the Guthrie family. Hopefully, there will be some answers soon. Take care and I hope that today proves to be a nice day for you and it really feels like Spring! Go UConn!!!   |
| My cousin text me. She thought my uncle was having a stroke. My aunt had to have a shoulder xray. So, they were driving to the hospital for the xray. My uncle felt better and was alright. He didn't go to the Er . hope things get better. The war with Iran is still on. I don't it will end soon. I hope and pray it does. So, Meghan's father has a girlfriend. That's good. He has someone who cares. I am glad. We got rain showers. They weren't severe but we aren't done, yet.I vacuumed. I did something. A titanic made out of Legos. That sounds so neat. It is amazing what people build out of Legos. I would arrange a search party if my mother had been missing. This whole Guthrie case has been sad. I guess I am feeling better today. Two more days of the antibiotic. I hope things are going well your way. Spring is coming.   We always think of rabbitsas Spring.Have a good day. I am always thinking of you. On to better days. |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is April 1, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and you continue to feel better. I hope things go better with your cousin and things settle down some. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! The yard guy came and finished spreading the mulch yesterday. I had thought he was finished. Now, it looks extra good. He does his own thing I guess. I went to the grocery store and Target today. I tried to go to Honey Baked Hams, but there was no close place to park. I got some packaged ham and turkey at the grocery store. Much cheaper than Honey Baked, but not as tasty. But I didn't feel like limping a mile to get the ham and turkey so whatever. News. I guess there is a speech tonight. I hope we aren't going to end up drafting people. Royal Family. Charles is coming here this month. I don't know if Camilla is coming with him. William and Catherine come in the summer, July I think. I still want that book, but it's not available in the U.S. yet. I am starting to think I can do without it. There is another book that came out that is about Queen Elizabeth. I'm not sure I want that one, either. I am taking a good long look at things here. I need to make some changes, but I am so slow getting to decluttering. I would rather take a nap. At least for the time being, I seem to be able to sleep a lot better. I do not know why that is. A couple of people have said things to me that weren't so nice, but then I start to think I might be over reacting. That's probably the what's going on. With that Nancy Guthrie case today is Day 60. I feel bad for Savannah Guthrie. I always thought Tuscon sounded like a nice city. I don't think that anymore. Poor Mrs. Guthrie could barely walk to the mailbox, apparently. Who could do such a thing to an 84 year old lady. So sad for everyone who cared for her. I hope that today proves to be a good day for you and you continue on feeling better and stronger every day as we move toward Easter!   |
| I went and got my blood test for my A1C. They were so slow. I had to wait 10 minutes for my parking space. I drove in the rain and finally got my spot.There were 8 ahead of me. At least I just had to sign my name and they didn't ask a lot of questions. I was there almost a hour and 45 minutes. Mondays and Tuesdays are the busy days. It had rained so much. I got through it. The war is still going on. I hate this. My cousin had to get up at 3:00 to take her Mom to the surgeon. I guess she is getting her wrist operated on it. It is 40 some Degrees. I feel it is still winter. I hope Trump doesn't get the UK mad at us. I hope Charles and Trump's visit will go well. My new can opener isn't working right. Kohls canceled my order. I don't understand why they sent it to the store 2 hours away. I am not going to a store 2 hours away. I am never shopping at Kohls again. I have been so bothered about Nancy Guthrie. Why can't they find her? I don't get it. I just pray. I wonder when it will end. I hope they find her soon. I made tuna. Bella doesn't eat it like she used to. I ate it.It is nice you went today I hope to go out more. I have knee pain today. I hope this passes. Have a good day. I hope you get to read the books you want about the Royals. Later. |
| Hi on Thursday. It is April 2, 2026. It is still warm here today. Yesterday, I turned on my a/c for the first time. I hope today is good for you and you do not have to go for any medical things. Sorry to read that your Aunt has to have surgery on her wrist. Hopefully, that will help it to heal better. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! I don't know if I will go anywhere today. Still mulling that over. Some people aren't that nice when it comes down to it. Maybe it's more like they don't think before they speak. I got some nice picture frames yesterday. Those cheered me up. I think I am going to put away photos of people who are not that nice to me and weren't that nice to Tom, or even Boo. Enough is enough. I can forgive eventually, maybe, without looking at people who aren't worth a lot of time or energy. One in particular has really pushed it to the floor with me. News. I don't get what's going on, but I hope and pray for peace and no Draft and no more war and definitely no boots on the ground in Iran. Let Iran solve their own problems that they created themselves. Gas is costing too much now. Enough of that nonsense. Nancy Guthrie, Day 61. I have seen a lot of the coverage. I have my opinions. I do not think it will be easy for Savannah Guthrie to cope with going back to the Today Show and facing what is going to come out about what went on in Tuscon with her mother. Thanks to the Sheriff (a Democrat) I don't think Mrs. Guthrie could have been saved in time, but I do think the truth will emerge eventually, over more time if the FBI does their job. Royal Family. Charles health is not good, but he is going to come and meet with President Trump. That is a gesture that will mean a lot to our President because I don't think Charles (from what I can see) is well enough to do it really. I have to give him credit for making the effort. I am giving up on that book I think. Things are coming out about Harry that make him seem even worse and pretty dishonest. Things coming out in court between him and Charlotte Griffith. I know who she is from Palace Confidential. Doesn't make her look good either - a lot of intimate texts and such between the two. It sort of seems like Markle and Harry deserve each other since they have truth issues. I don't envy Prince William, who will have to deal with them and Prince Andrew. I hope that today finds you feeling good and that Spring will stick around for all of us. |
| It is going to storm after while. I just hope the weather isn't severe. Trump thinks he is ending the war in 2 or 3 weeks. I don't know what to think. Trump fired that one lady. Too bad he can't fire Putin. The astronauts left to circle the moon. I hope this will be a safe trip for them. The books about the Royals are about who can trash who. Sad really. I don't think the Royals were in the news this much. Even with Princess Diana. Everyone loved Princess Diana except Charles. That makes me sad. Looks like Princess Anne just stays out of things. Maybe she is smart. I see my Doctor next week. Medication refills. I think that is all I am going to discuss with him. My doctor is a little younger then me. I wish I could find a new Doctor at times. He only wants to do certain things. I just see specialists. I don't know when I will be going out. There's nothing I need. I buy online a lot. I hope to go to Church Sunday. I like to go to Church on Easter. Have a good day and weekend. Praying for a better world. I am sorry people aren't nice to you at times. Orthopedic people were an issue with me. I don't get it. I am glad I don't have to be around people a lot anymore. Hopefully, better days are ahead. |
| Hi on Friday, April 3, 2026. I hope you feel good and that the weather is pleasant and it cooperates. We are supposed to get some rain (which we need, but we don't need storms) on Easter Sunday. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! Yesterday, I just went to McDonalds, close by. I did some laundry yesterday and today. My picture frames came from amazon and they are pretty. Church will be really crowded and a longer service than normal. We are not up for that so I am just going to watch it on streaming. News. I hope the war gets ended by the end of May. But I am doubtful it will be. The Defense/War Dept has a history of dragging things out so Defense contractors can rake in the dough. President Trump seems to be in a firing mood, but he's only firing women so far lately. He needs to have people he can trust in key positions. I never understood the whole Epstein thing that Pam Bondi was so inconsistent about. First she said there was a file on her desk she would review and then release. Then she said, there is no file. Nothing to see here. Made no sense to me. Royal Family. Harry's texts and emails to Charlotte Griffith are hilarious. She calls him "Mr. Mischief". When he wrote them, he was in his late 20s, but he sounds like he could be 12 years old or a young teenaged boy. I bet that Markle isn't too pleased. He wrote that he enjoys his "movie snuggles" with Charlotte. LoL Charlotte Griffith is now married with kids. Harry testified that he never had any friendships or relationships with journalists. Charlotte Griffith is a lead reporter for the entity that Harry is suing, The Daily Mail. To tell you the truth, the stuff Harry has written makes him sort of goofy and more likable. How did he ever end up with that person he married. He lost all of his charm somehow. So, this stuff comes out and it's not going to be in that book I want, so I want it less and less. Oh, I forgot, the yard guy came and my yard looks nice, all mulched up for Easter and the front is mowed. The back is another story. Take care and have a nice Good Friday! Blessings to you for a lovely Easter Weekend!   |
| Today is the last day of my antibiotic. I hope to feel better. I went and slept in my chair. I slept 4 hours. I had slept 2 hours before that. I cleaned the bathrooms. I cleaned the kitchen. I did laundry. Ray and I had Pizza Hut Supreme Pizza and chocolate chip cookies. It rained last night. Ray is out mowing grass already.Illinois had tornadoes by Chicago but they weren't serious. I thought Harry should have been with Pippa. I had heard of that Charlotte woman. I wonder why Harry didn't marry her. Who knows? Meghan had Harry under her spell. I am No. 68 in Reviews. I used to do more then that but I guess I am not motivated like I used to be. I did a lot of reviews today. I heard about Pam Bondi being fired. Trump is always firing women. I hope he stops the war. I hope to go to Church Sunday. I hope their early morning service isn't crowded. I won't get my parking spot. I will leave early like I always do. I haven't heard from my cousin. I hope things are okay with my aunt and uncle. It is going to rain tonight. A nightly thing lately.Glad the yard guy showed up. I haven't seen a bunny in so long. I used to see them in my yard.Have a good weekend. Almost Easter. {{Praying for better days. Hope you are feeling well and your brother comes to visit. |
| Hi on Saturday. It is April 4, 2026. As of today, I have been a Writer's Cramp Judge (this go-round) for 10 years. So much has changed in that time, but I still enjoy trying to think of those prompts. People still do not like judges and they do not like rules. Some things never change. I hope you feel good today and are continuing to get a lot of nice rest. I think that is the key to feeling better, getting the rest we need. Give my love and hugs to Miss Bella Easter Kitty! News. I hope that President Trump ends this war and doesn't get drawn into a huge thing that lasts years. That is what some want and I hope he's strong enough to say that we have given Iran a good chance to go forward and it's up to them to do the work, not up to us to do it for them. Royals. I found out Charles and Camilla are coming to DC for the State Dinner April 27 - 30. I hope that turns out well and the war is winding down by then. I also hope we figure out where our fighter pilot is that's missing and get them back safe. Harry actually seems more human to me and not as bitter and angry now that I've read his texts with his girlfriend, Charlotte. She has pretended to be an objective reporter. I kind of find that questionable, but I think that a lot of so-called "journalists" lie about things. Today is Day 63 that Nancy Guthrie is missing. Savannah returns to the Today show this Monday, April 6. I wonder if she, herself, actually searched for her mother or if any of the family did that. How do they get back to normal. I am more than 3 years after a loss and I'm not even close to anything normal. But it's nice that everything is blooming and that Easter is almost here. I will watch church services as my neighbor and I do not want to do crowds. Last year, this time, she was in a Rehab place recovering from falling. So, this year is already much better. I am alone, but I am thankful, as always, for all the Blessings around me. Happy Easter!! |
| We got rainlast night. We got a storm. No severe weather. I baked a chocolate cake today. Ray and I organized the closet. I promise I won't buy anymore Kate Spade purses. I have enough to last me for a lifetime. I keep thinking of Nancy Guthrie. I feel so sad. I was unloading the dishwasher and cleaning my kitchen counter. My carousel horse music box started playing by itself. Somewhere Over The Rainbow. I was ready to cry. Maybe it was a message from Mom. Mom had made me the carousel. I am always thinking of you. I hope your Easter will be alright. I haven't done anything on here today. I didn't even do reviews. I have some pain today. I did ride my bike. I wonder what this war will do. It worries me. Are we ahead and making progress? I hope so. I hope to go to Church tomorrow. I feel it is important to attend Church on Easter but I don't always make it. Bella was on the bed watching us rearrange the closet. This was more spring cleaning. The Royals. They are entertaining. Meghan and Harry. I hope they start behaving. Have a Happy Easter. I hope you have a good day. Thanks for all you do. Later. |
| Hi and Happy Easter! . I hope you are feeling better today and things are going well. I did not go to church, but I watched the services on Live Stream for today and some of the ones for the past few days. I am alone on Easter, but that's okay. It rains off and on there this morning, but nothing severe so far. The church service today looked really packed in there. Not for me and I think my neighbor feels the same. I am very thankful for all my blessings. I have way too many Vera Bradley purses. But purses and tote bags are fun to have. I wash the Vera Bradley stuff until it wears out, then I toss it. I do use totes to carry stuff up and down my stairs (like laundry) They come in very handy and I enjoy them. If you enjoy something like your Kate Spade, I think that is nice. You are supporting the economy. Give Miss Bella my love! I hope that the War in Iran is over soon. They rescued both of the fighter pilots so that was pretty much an Easter miracle. Hopefully, Trump will want to quit it on a high note and let Israel take it from here. The Nancy Guthrie thing is so sad. How could this happen. They can find a pilot person who ejects from a plane in Iran, but can't find an 84 year old grandma who can't walk well. And while I'm at it, why did they call her an uber to take her to her daughter and son-in-law's house 5 minutes from her house if she can't even walk well to her own mailbox. It bothers me that none of her family organized any sort of searching for her. It also bothers me that the close-by daughter and son-in-law were filmed carrying boxes out of the mother's house. I'm like, what? But Savannah goes back to work tomorrow in NY. It probably might have something to do with the sheriff in the case that the family doesn't seem to be doing much. He seems kind of unhinged. Today is Day 64. Royals. The more I think it over, the more I think it might be interesting if President Trump invites Harry to the state dinner for Charles. Trump loves that sort of drama. I don't think he loves it enough to invite Markle, though. Well, I hope that you are having a very nice Easter. I'm having a quiet one.  |
| I went to Church. We had communion. We got chocolate bunnies. I didn't really talk to anyone. We had 15 extra people there. It was 40 Degrees. They had the ceiling fans on. Like really? Church just isn't Church without Mom. That is good you get to stream Church services.l They took all the flowers off Mom's grave. That upset me. I have had a bad day. The antibiotic gave me side effects so I need to see my OB/GYN. My Medical Doctor won't help with things. We had ham for lunch. I gave Bella some. She loved it.No rain That is a good thing.I heard about the man in Iran and his plane going down. I am glad he was rescued. Organization. I was ambitious the past 2 days but I'm not now. I vacuumed before I went to Church. I was awake at 5:00 AM. I wonder how Savannah Guthrie will do tomorrow. The poor woman. I wonder if she will talk about her mother. I used to carry items to work in Vera Bradley Tote Bags. I carried books, Tylenol, extra clothes, nail polish, snacks and other things. I worked midnights. I carried my purse as well. I never travel light. When I traveled and went places, like to Michigan or Florida, I packed everything. My cousin is coming over tomorrow. She is in Michigan. She will be home tonight. I hope you have a good week. Praying for better days. Later. |
| Hi! It is Monday and it is April 6, 2026. I hope you feel better today so you can have a nice visit with your cousin. This pollen in the air makes me sneeze a lot. I guess it is allergy season. I looked for Zyrtec at the grocery store this morning, but couldn't find the tablet I like. I will look for it at Target later in the week. Went to the post office, also, but it wasn't open yet. Sometimes, this post office doesn't take cash. Like for stamps, for instance. I think that is bizarre. Give Miss Bella Kitty my Easter Week Greetings! I watched the movie, "Moon Over Miami" yesterday on Youtube. I hadn't watched it in a while and I do enjoy it. I was alone, on my own for Easter. Didn't get much done. Heard from a few people, but not many. Was thinking about getting a pet. If I could walk better it would be a done deal. News. So, the new pope gave a message for peace. I hope that peace is in the future. Today is Day 65 that Nancy Guthrie is missing. I saw a little bit of Savannah cooking on the Today show. She looked very sad. I don't think this forcing it by going back to work this soon is going to work out. Honestly, I suspect that Savannah is going to have some difficult things coming her way if the investigation ever gets back on track. Whoever did this to her mother should not just be allowed to get away with it. But it looks like that might be where things are heading if the sheriff can't get his (so far) sorry act together. Royal Family. I hope that we are out of this thing with Iran by the time King Charles and Camilla arrive on April 27. President Trump used some bad language on his Easter Tweet. He needs to reign it in a little on the sacred day. I am so thankful for everything, especially you and us writing together. It means a lot to me. Thankful for all my blessings at Easter and always, especially you!! |
| I called my GYN OB. I have an appointment April 27, 2026. I see my Doctor Wednesday, so I hope I get some sound medical advice and he helps me. My cousin came to visit and my Uncle Errol left the car on for 4 hours in the garage. My aunt can't see but she saw the light was on in the garage and thought she heard noises. This is sad. I worry about what is going to happen. Why does life have to be like this? I pray for all of us. My cousin and her husband are going on vacation for a week. My cousin's sister will take care of him. I can't get around to help. Their steps. I would be okay if they had a flat surface. I pray my aunt and uncle will be alright. Ray went to Walmart this morning and found Easter Goodies on sale. It is still chilly. Where is spring and summer? I watched Savannah Guthrie. She looks so sad. Princess Catherine was in a clip with the children. She always beautiful in green, blue red outfits. Farm dust gets me for allergies and my sinuses as well. My sinuses are fine now but I have other issues to deal with. I haven't been sleeping well. Just 5 and 6 hours. Bella follows me around. She always wants to eat. The Vet text me and emailed me 2 different appointments. I called them. Her appointment is April 13. That will work. I did laundry. I was too lazy to vacuum. Have a good day and week. I am always thinking of you. I love doing our Campfires. I just wish life was happy for all of us. We write good news when it happens. We live each days as it comes and tell our stories here. Hoping for better days. I look forward to hearing from you everyday. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is April 7, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and things go well. Hope you are sleeping better and feeling better! Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! My dryer is no longer working. I got another year out of the washer and the dryer than I thought. But the dryer is almost 20 years old. It is time to get a new set. I have been avoiding it, but the dryer wouldn't turn on today so tomorrow, I will head out to Home Depot. I avoided this for as long as possible. I am thankful that I can do something about this. I just hate the whole thing of buying appliances and having them installed. But there are worse things I know. Fixing the car was a huge deal, too, but all my stuff is getting older, as am I. This is all part of having a house with appliances so I am thankful for my blessings. News. I hope for peace all over the world. It seemed like such a miracle that they rescued that pilot over Easter weekend. I hope that there will be further signs that it is time for peace over there and in Ukraine, too. TMZ seems to be involved in solving the whole Nancy Guthrie disappearance. Something happened yesterday that I do not fully understand. Today is Day 66 so on we move with time. Royal Family. Without the Queen, they don't seem as dignified or royal. Maybe that will change over time. Neither Charles or Camilla look like they are in good health. I hope King Charles is up to making the trip to see President Trump later this month. Also hope that Harry doesn't try to interfere with anything. This morning I went out to Target. There is still so much pollen in the air. It's all over everything. Take care and enjoy your afternoon!! |
| We move on. Trump makes me nervous. I don't like Iran but threatening to wipe them out if they don't agree with Trump. I really don't know. This is scary. The astronauts. I hope this flight continues to be safe and nothing goes wrong. Charles and Camilla don't look healthy. I hope the visit to the US will turn out alright. Gas is $4.00. I remember when it was a dollar something. I remember all the gas shortages. I feel sorry for people who barely can buy gas to go to work. I watched Savannah on Today. She is trying hard to keep it together. This has to be hard for her. Sorry your dryer isn't working. Our washing machine doesn't get full with water. I hate buying a new one and having to have delivery men drag it in the house. I have to lock up Bella I hope things work out when you get a new dryer. Maybe the repair man can repair it.I go see my Doctor tomorrow. I am putting off a Bone Density Test. I am going to the local hospital to have it done. The hospital 40 minutes called me to set up and appointment. I am not driving 40 minutes away. The message was on Voicemail and I ignored it. I have too much other medical stuff to take care of. I hate when my Doctor sends the order to the hospital 40 miles away. I go there for other tests. What my Doctor should worry about, he doesn't. Other crap. Like really? I just go see specialists. I haven't done much today. I hope you are feeling well. Maybe spring will be perky. Have a good day. I hope the world will be alright. Thanks for doing the Campfire with me. |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is April 8. Hope you feel good today and that you don't have to go so far away just for tests. Hope there is a closer place to go. I decided enough is enough with my washer and dryer. The Dryer doesn't work at all, as of yesterday, and the washer is on it's last legs. So, this morning I marched into Home Depot and bought a new washer and a new dryer. They are to be delivered middle of next week. Hopefully, the delivery people will be good, but that could be too much to hope for. The sales guy was the same one who sold me a refrigerator a year ago. He did a good job then. I hope he does a good job now. My dryer is now 20 years old and the washer has a failing electronic board according to the last repair guy who came. I was so nervous and scared, but now that I've done it, whatever. I got very basic new Whirlpool top loader washer and regular dryer. No frills. The sales guy said there aren't good sales right now and I said, "that figures" so then he gave me 10% off. I need new ones whether I save something or not. I have to pay for them to take the old ones away. That figures, too. Sigh. He said that the electronics boards for all of them are made in Taiwan. He said eventually, they will make them here in the U.S. Maybe next time I need one that will be the case. Give Miss Bella a hug from me! News. So, first it's the threats then its negotiations. I just hope that they can reach some sort of agreement so President Trump isn't threatening other countries all the time. For someone who didn't want war, he sure talks a lot about bombing. But, if it gets us to peace (and gets rid of those nut cases in Iran) than I am on board. I just hope that no other country turns this stuff around on us and decides we are the target. That part makes me nervous. Nancy Guthrie. It is sixty something days now. I guess the kidnappers don't have a conscience or a heart. Royal Family. There was an Easter video that was strange. I think it was some AI thing that Meghan slapped together. The heights of the kids don't look right for their ages. I bet William hopes that Harry and Meghan stay put in California and stay away from his kids. I doubt if any child of Meghan's would be considered any sort of "good influence". But, you never know I guess. I love writing in our campfires! Thank you for always being such a wonderful hostess! Here's to a new day and new appliances! I hate having things delivered and having work done in the house! Gritting my teeth!! |
| I saw my Doctor. My BP and A1C is good. I was there until after noon and it was lunch time and he said they were in no hurry. This visit went well. I still have medical things to take care of. I hope things work out. I got my Vitamin B12 Shot. The traffic was lousy going up there. They are working on the highway. Oh what fun. President Trump worries me. Does he want World War 3? I hope we get Iran taken care of and move forward with other things. Meghan's Easter Video. She is goofy. The Royals are always in the spot light. I am happy you ordered a new dryer and dishwasher. I hate dealing with new appliances. Lowe's would always call and how the dishwasher was doing. Like seriously? I hope they don't call you all the time and ask questions. It may rain tonight. It may storm until the weekend. CVS called and said my Xanax is in. I will wait until later this week to pick it up. I should have more by tomorrow. Not much going on. I have been getting up early. I get tired in the afternoon. Praying Trump behaves. I hope things will be alright. Have a good day. Thanks for all you do. Later. |
| Hi on Thursday. It is April 9, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and you can relax some after the hectic outing to the Doctor's office. It is so hard to deal with all that goes with medical things. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! I got a clothes washer and a dryer, but I think by mistake I said dishwasher or it autocorrected me. They are supposed to come next week. I hope that it isn't too stressful. News. I hear ceasefire, then I hear that it's not. Lots of contradictory news. I just hope that they get to the point where there is peace and no more bombing going on. Royal Family. They seem to always need to have conflict. Maybe that is why people are interested in them. With Harry and Markle, it seems like they go through the same rumors every year. Yesterday, the dog next door got out of his yard and went visiting. I got him to come into my house. He ran all over as I think he was looking for his house and his family. I called his mama to come and get him. I gave him some treats (that I have here for Rascal) and water. He is a big dog. The corgis live on the other side of me. This one, who came in my house yesterday, is a large hound. I love him very much. It worries me that he wants out of his yard, but then it's like he doesn't know what to do with himself. So sweet. He was up and down my stairs in a flash. He didn't make any messes, just explored. I am sleeping more. Still get sad. I am going to try and work on my decluttering some. I watch a lot of youtube. I hope that today proves to be a nice relaxing day for you! It's supposed to warm up here tomorrow, but it's chilly today. Get some nice rest if you can! |
| Oh Dear. You got a new washer and dryer and just wanted the dishwasher and dryer. So, you can you put the new washing machine on payments and have everything new? My dishwasher started acting up and I thought it had a virus. I am afraid I will need new appliances. I will hang on as long as my appliances I can. So, the sweet big dog  visited you and he got a treat. Sweet. He got to visit you and your house.We got a brief rain shower. It may rain more tomorrow. Lebanon is involved in bombing Iran or is it the middle east? I hate watching news. I hope all this war nonsense ends soon. I pray all the time. I guess the astronauts are coming home tonight. I pray that they stay safe. The Royals. They are always in the news. I love watching old shows and listening to music. I try to forget about the world this way. I do enjoy William and Catherine. Princess Diana. I love going in my Doll Room and looking at my Royal Dolls. Meghan got moved to another shelf. I did dishes today. I watched TV. I was hoping to clean the kitchen. Maybe tomorrow. I hope things are going well for you. I hope the dog doesn't get out again and he will always stay safe if he does. I am glad people like us care about animals and other people's pets. Have a good day. Thanks for all you do. Later. |
| Hi on Friday. It is April 10, 2026. We move through April. It is all good with the clothes washer and dryer. That is all I am getting and I hope they come when they are supposed to next week. The dryer doesn't work at all now and the washing machine is on it's last legs. I am doing one last load to air dry today so I have my fingers crossed and then that will be that until the new ones arrive. I got Whirlpool. Next week is what's scheduled. I hope that you feel good today and can relax some going into the weekend. I hope it is supposed to be nice weather like it is here. Give my hugs to Miss Bella Kitty! It scares me when the dogs get out and run free. Thank God that never happened with Boo, but we were warned about it a lot by the vet to not let it happen because she would have followed her nose. They can always come here and run in my house and know I will get them back home to their families. Yesterday, I started to declutter seriously. I took some books to Good Will. I can see that I have made a tiny bit of progress. The remote for the TV fell under the couch. That was tricky getting that out even with my grab stick. I have to be more careful about dropping things. Always some sort of adventure, it seems. Now, my back is a little iffy from bending and reaching. Sigh. News. I hope for peace. I hope that President Trump can get Israel to cooperate. They are the ones bombing Lebanon. I think it's because of terrorists being there. They need to get the Strait of Hormuz to be open for the oil to flow. I think that now that Israel has started things with us, they want to finish the job. I cannot blame them because when will they get support like this again. Still, peace would be nice and I do not want Americans to have to be drafted like in the Vietnam War. That's not a good road to go down. Royal Family. I saw that the book I want is available on Kindle. I want the actual book, but I'm wanting it less and less. Right now, I'm donating books so it doesn't make sense to buy much if I'm decluttering, but whatever. Soon Meghan and Harry are supposed to go to Australia. Should be interesting. The Australian people that I know don't like them much. Really, I'm sick of her for the way she treats her father and I'm sick of him for the same reason. I don't think Charles feels up for their shenanigans. At least Mr. Markle Sr. has a girlfriend now and he looks happy. I guess Camilla makes Charles feel happy. Diana, to me, was the really beautiful royal. None of them come close to her beauty or kindness. I am doing better now with sleeping more. I wake up in the night, but am able to go back to sleep. That helps me feel more rested. It has taken three years for that to get better. Stress is very tough at times. That Nancy Guthrie thing goes on. I feel so sad for her and for what she went through. I hope they find out what really happened there. Hope that today proves to be a nice Friday heading into a lovely Spring weekend! |
| Friday. A week of the Stock Market going up and down. The war. Who is going to do what to who next? Scary. As long as we can keep bombing away from us. 9-11 was bad enough. I wake up each day hoping for better things. The astronauts land today. That's good news. I haven't been sleeping 5 hours straight. I do my best. Meghan and Harry going to Australia. Maybe a kangaroo will punch them out. That's what they deserve. We got rain last night but I slept right through it.I did a little dusting. I promise to do the kitchen next. Princess Diana will always be a favorite with me. She was a Princess. Meghan is words I can't repeat. Maybe Charles will kick Meghan and Harry out like yesterday. I hope things are quiet this weekend. Personally and world wise. Bella runs around like life iperfect. She is the lucky one I am glad your washer and dryer are working out. I hope nothing else breaks down for you. Have a good weekend. I am glad the dogs can come and visit you. I wish everyone loved dogs and cats. I always think of you and pray for you. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Saturday. It is April 11, 2026. It is Day 70 and still they haven't found Mrs. Nancy Guthrie. But who is really looking is my question. I hope that today is a good day for you and you got some rest. I woke up at 4 and couldn't go back to sleep. But that happens. Some nights now I do sleep better and go back to sleep when I wake up. So there is progress. Give Miss Bella Kitty my regards. The yard guy came late yesterday. He only did a little and said he would be back today. But so far he's not here yet, but it's early. I do not hear the mower mowing. He moves at his own pace. It is one of those days where I feel tired before I really do anything. But I will try my best to work on the decluttering project. I watched youtube. I enjoy The Interview Room sometimes. There are a few shows I enjoy. News. I am glad the astronauts made it back safe and sound. What an adventure for them. I wish they had come back to peace in the world. I got my stock market statement. It was not good news. Plus the price of gas is way up. But now eggs are down. It doesn't make a lot of sense to me. Iran needs to cooperate with cease fire things they agree to. But as long as I can remember, Iran never does the right thing for the world or even their own people. What a shame. Royal Family. King Charles is set to give a speech on what would have been Queen Elizabeth II's 100th birthday. That is April 21, I think. Then Charles and Camilla come to the U.S. on april 27. I hope they are well enough to do all that. To me, she looks even more frail than he does. I do not think that she is in good health either. First Lady Melania gave a speech telling people she never hung around with Epstein. I believe her. So many powerful people got away with hanging around with that awful guy. Plus, he never really was charged with anything close to what he was up to with young girls. To even be in his presence is kind of suspicious I guess, except for people like the Clintons and Bill Gates who have the power to change the subject. Sometimes I wonder what all has been done to change that subject. Will the truth ever be told really. It is hard to know. I hope that today is a good day and you get the things done you want to do and enjoy some nice weather.  |
| Saturday. I didn't get to see much news. I need a break from all the news. I cleaned the kitchen. I did laundry. It was 60 some Degrees. No rain The Clinton's and Bill Gates. Politicians are a bunch of crooks. Melania. I feel sorry for her. I think Trump cheated on her. The President has gotten away with a lot of things. The news is awful.i anymore. I didn't hear anymore about the astronauts. I guess they are okay. It is going to warm up and get hot. It is going to storm. I hope to go to Church tomorrow. Bella goes to the Vet Monday. Yearly checkup. I got my Victorian Magazine today. It about France this month. They are doing road work on the country roads. I hope this doesn't last all.summer. I hope you are feeling well. I hope no dogs have escaped and if they do, I hope they are safe. Have a good weekend. I pray for all of us. I hope that they find Nancy Guthrie. Later. |
| Hi on Sunday. It is April 12, 2026. We are back from church. It was a nice service. I feel tired. I fell asleep early, then woke up at 8 pm I think. My brother usually calls me around 7:30, but he fell asleep, too. I called him when I woke up at 8. Then I went back asleep pretty quickly. Then I woke up again at 3. I got some sleep, but I am still kind of worn out. I am making steady small progress with my decluttering project. Give my love to Miss Bella! News. I don't know about what's going on. Maybe it's better that way. President Trump seems fed up with Iran. But whatever, the price of gas is way too high now. He needs to fix that. Iran does not seem to want to negotiate much so I guess the bombing will continue. Where is the peace for there and for Ukraine. I wonder. Royals. I still can't find that book I wanted. I might just skip it. It's not like I've been able to focus to read much anyway. So, I am having second thoughts. Harry and Markle should have an interesting trip to Australia if they still go there. I hear that the taxpayers do not want to pay for their security. I hope the U.S. Government doesn't end up having to pay for them. The pups next door got out, but the yard guy got them back. I didn't know they were out this time. It was the corgis. I guess it is spring fever that makes them all want to run even though they have nice homes and people who love them. That dog instinct kicks in and they follow their noses. Well, that is about the extent of what is going on here. I might declutter a little more today and throw some more stuff out. I watch these de-cluttering videos on youtube and they help me. There is an older woman on youtube who lives with her dog. I think her name is Pam. Her videos are pretty entertaining and encouraging for living alone. She has a dog named Mr. Nugget who listens to all her videos. Mr. Nugget always looks like he has a headache. I hope that you have a good day today and that you can get rested this weekend for the week ahead! |
| I woke up not feeling well. I didn't go to Church. It is 70 Degrees. Maybe summer will be here. I hear Iran had peace talks with the US. I don't know what happened with that. Bella won't get put of my way sometimes.i have to remind her to move. I hope the air conditioner works. Ray will need to check on that. Sorry the Corgis got out. Mom's cat used to sneak put. Je was a house cat. My Game Friend had to put the dog's leash on so he wouldn't run oit the door. He was allowed out back in the fenced in area. No news on Nancy Guthrie.i didn't know the son-in-law was taking boxes out of her house. That is low. A dog named Mr. Nugget. How cute. A woman does videos with her dog. That's sweet. I used to watch cat videos. It may rain tonight. We have wind today.Harry and Meghan need to pay for their trips and everything. They have a lot of money. I am watching Charlie's Angels and I am bored today. Tomorrow, Bella goes to the Vet. I pray that goes alright.Not much is going on. Maybe with summer, I will go out more. Have a good day and week. Thanks for the Awardicon. Later. |
| Hi on Monday. It is April 13, 2026. I hope that you feel better today and things go good for Ms. Bella's Vet visit. I hope that everything checks out good. Get some nice rest if you can. Give her a nice pet from me! I'm sure she will be relieved to get back home afterward. I am feeling tired and my back hurts. I sort of strained it or something. Still continuing to declutter. My kitchen counters are pretty cleared off now. Someone told me to get rid of tupperwear and use glass containers. Also, to get rid of scratched frying pans and pots. I am getting rid of things I haven't used and things that are in my way. One decluttering thing says throw things out, don't even bother donating. I still donate, though, especially books. I do not like to throw things out that I think someone might like. Good Will is close by. Someone has not been very nice for quite a while. Since Tom was ill even. I have tried to forgive and I still work on that and making an effort. I will continue to try, but I got rid of something that has been bothering me for more than 3 years. I sort of donated it. I don't know why I kept it, but I did. I still wonder if that was a mistake, but the more I think about it the more I am sure. Tom wasn't into keeping "things" as reminders anyway. Then a person, who is usually nice decided not to be. I saw another side and it wasn't nice. I get my washer and dryer on Wednesday and that is a major stress out. I am very disappointed in some behaviors that have arisen. But whatever. I will try my best to understand and forgive and move on. Once someone shows this side, it is not something that is easily forgotten. With this decluttering, I am finding that I don't really care about a lot of this clutter that I have. I like coming in and seeing a cleaned off kitchen counter and other clean surfaces. Today, I went to the post office, nice grocery store, bank and McDonalds. Now, I am back home. We need rain, but probably won't get it for a while according to the weather guy. News. President Trump is blockading the Strait of Hormuz starting this morning. I remember, as a child, President Kennedy blockaded Cuba and it worked. I hope this works. Apparently Vice President Vance couldn't get a deal done with the Iranians. So, I guess that failed, but maybe at least they tried. Day seventy something and Nancy Guthrie is still missing and her family and authorities don't seem to be looking for her. Royal Family. I still wonder if King Charles will come here later this month with all that is going on in the world. Trump is mad at NATO, too I think. Maybe King Charles can help him sort things out better than Vance has so far. Harry and Markle went to some Netflix thing. She was clinging to people and looked to be acting silly in public. Odd, those two, but I don't want U.S. taxpayer money to fund their security. Harry is speaking about something in the workplace in Australia. Only he's never had a normal job so really what does he know. He knows about being a celebrity and being born a prince. And whining about his family. He knows all about that, as does Markle. Well, I hope that all goes well at the Vet's and the visit isn't too stressful for all of you! |
| It is Monday. I can't get the size of letters to come out so I am using small print. Bella. We took her to the vet. She growled but let them pet her and take her blood. They are checking her thyroid. The Vet thinks she has arthritis. She only hesitates about jumping on the card table in the front room. She jumps in the tower and acts like she always does. She can have shots and a visiting tech can come out and do it but I don't feel she needs them. I will see. Since Bella came home, she goes from room to room and is being affectionate. Ray went to Walmart this morning and bought home new treats so I think I will give her one tonight. Forgiving people.i forgive but it still hurts. I need to work on getting over the hurt. I know what you mean. We need to pray about these things and I always do. Harry. He was in the Army. So was William. Harry is a whimp. I hope he leaves Meghan and gets back to his royal family. Trump mouthed off about something the Pope said about him. Whine. Whine. The wind blew last night and knocked Toto over. At least he didn't go to Oz and I didn't either. I am not buying anymore lawn ornaments. Declutter. I have more books to get rid of. I have thought of giving away some of my items but I love my dolls, tea pots, tea cups and all my knick snacks. I bought stuff home of Mom's and she loved her stuff. I am keeping things. I love my jewelry. My sister thinks I have junk but she is boring. She doesn't like her half sisters stuff. Her half sister loved my stuff. Maybe she was my sister and not my sister who is. Who knows? As you know, I didn't find out about my sister until 25 years ago. Moving on. I hope people will be nice to you. I hope your back is better. I am okay. Have a good week. I am always thinking of you . Later. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is April 14, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you. I am glad Bella is back. I hope they get to the bottom of whatever it is and she is back perky and frisky. Give her my love! My back has been bothering me, but so far today it isn't as bad as yesterday was so that's good. News. Some people seem to like this blockade stuff. I do not understand it enough to know whether I like it or not. Sometimes things are done and said that are offensive, but then politicians take things down. I am not sure that anyone apologized and I do not think that religion should be mocked on the internet as happened this week. And I don't like it when there are attacks on religious beliefs or leaders like the Pope. That just makes me feel sad for everyone and wonder what is going on and if anyone leading knows what they are doing. Royals. Harry and Markle are in Australia. The Australians don't want to pay for their security. I don't think the USA should pay, either. If they have to have it, then Charles should pay for it. He has plenty of moola. That is if Harry refuses to pay for it himself. I see that Australians are not happy with them. I see that on Youtube. I wonder if the reporting is accurate. I guess that time will tell. The whole world is on edge and those two are flitting around in the Outback. So odd. I have not heard what time my washer and dryer will get here tomorrow yet. I guess they will let me know. This kind of thing makes me very anxious. I think my brother is coming the day after the washer and dryer come if everything goes according to his plans. I hope that today proves to be a good day for you and you get some answers about Bella from the Vet! Have a nice Tuesday! |
| We got rainthis morning and we are getting more tonight. Ray went to the pharmacy to pick up meds and find out why my BP med isn't being filled when they said they would. I have to call my Doctor if they don't come through. I don't get why people don't do their job. The Royals, our least favorite in Australia. They can pay for their own security. Did they take their kids with them? The whole world is on edge. I think that is why I don't feel well at times. I pray to get better. I haven't heard about Bella's test results. She is more relaxed today and happy.I made spaghetti. Ot is in the Crock Pot. I will need my stomach pill tonight. I hope your washer and dryer arrive tomorrow. I hate waiting on things. I hope your back is better. I do hope your brother comes for a visit. You can see Rascal. Not much happening. I watch Savannah and she smiles. You feel her pain. Poor woman. Not much going on. I just hope the storms won't be severe. Have a good day. Praying for better day. Later. |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is Tax Day, April 15 2026. I hope that you feel better and that the medicine gets straightened out. You are right. People do not do their jobs like they used to. That seems to be the case, anyway. I hope that your weather cooperates for you. For me, it is Dryer/Washer Day. Appliance Day. It is set for 1-5 this afternoon. I don't know if I am last on the list. I moved my car onto the street already. This has me very anxious and nervous. It is out of my control, so I hope and pray that it will go okay. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! I hope you get her test results back soon.My brother and Rascal are supposed to come tomorrow. I hope that works out to be the case. News. I do not fully understand the idea of a blockade. I hope it leads to peace and other good things for the world and not bad things and shortages. I hope that the leadership in Iran gets a clue and starts caring about their own people. Right now, I am kind of disgusted with politicians in general. They seem to be so sleazy and that never seems to change. The subject sure got changed from Epstein, though. I don't get it when politicians attack peoples' faith. Total turnoff. Royals. Harry and Markle visited a children's hospital in Australia, posing with sick kids. I guess they are trying to do something good, but it sort of seems like they are just posing as caring people. She hasn't ever even visited her own father in the hospital or rehab place where he still is, but then poses with other people's cancer patient kids in Australia. It seems like they never take their own children on any of these big trips of theirs, unless they are totally hiding them. I don't even check for that book anymore. I'm reading one that's called, "The Correspondent" and it's pretty good so far. I continue to declutter. My kitchen counters are almost totally clear. That hasn't happened before. I like it. It makes me feel better about things when I get clutter out of the way. Someone wanted my old appliances. But I didn't realize that. Maybe I should have been more observant. It's funny how I can sort of know someone for a long time and not really see the negative side and that they want what they want and that there is always an end game. But I guess if a person waits long enough, these things will emerge. Very disappointing but it's better to know then to not know. When Tom was so ill, I saw someone's evil side very clearly. Why does it always seem to happen in times of stress. I wonder. God is letting me know, though, I feel that God is in this and I need to pay attention and learn. Hopefully, that will happen and I will wise up one of these days. I do have options, but it is easy to fall into habits. I hope that today proves to be a good day for you and you feel good. Sending love to you and I hope the weather cooperates, too! Rain is needed here - we are in severe drought. Take care and have a nice Wednesday! |
| I heard from the Vet. Bella's blood test results are fine and good. The Vet asked us about arthritis shots. I think we will wait and see how she does. She runs all over and she would need xrays before we do that. Right now, I have a hundred medical things to worry about. As long as she is fine. I am glad it is summer now. We got rain It is gloomy and hazy.Blockades. I don't understand what that is about. Life has changed so much. I hope things get better. Now, the war might be over. I hope so. Politicians and Trump. I am disappointed. I have been for quite awhile. I hope you got your washing machine and dryer. I hope it went well. When we were selling Mom's stuff, we had buyers. Others saying they wanted to buy Mom's house but never got back with us. So, I got a buyer and it did work out finally. I have no writing ideas. I am not sure what prompts to choose anymore. I quit doing them once but was asked by the leader to come back and do them. So, I do. I am tired. My sinuses are flaring up. I need to get things done. Bella was bad this morning. She wanted to bite and fight. That is a sign that she is well. I hope your back is better. I am always thinking of you and thankful for all you do. Hope your brother and puppy show up tomorrow. Later, my Dear. |
| Hi on Thursday. It is April 16, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and you feel better. I think the pollen is rough on all of our sinuses and breathing this year. I hope that you feel better and better. Glad to read that Miss Bella is doing well. Give her a hug from me! I am so tired as I tossed and turned all night. The delivery did not go smooth. They turned on the washer and it made this horrible grinding noise. They said it would run for 8 minutes, then be better next time I used it. I was so worried and scared, but this morning I used it. It is noisy, but it works and the grinding noise seems to be gone for now. I did not like the delivery guys. They were hurrying. Someone else, I know hasn't been that nice to me. I will try to forgive and forget. News. I do not know if we are still at war or even who exactly we are at war with. I want there to be peace in the world. Hopefully, the leaders know what they are doing. My brother and Rascal are on their way. I am looking forward to it. Might try to rest a little before hand. Royals. Harry and Markel are doing weird things in Australia, apparently pretending they are still part of the royal family so they can get everything they want paid for. Very odd. Well, I think I will rest some now. I hope your day is a good one with some nice things going on! |
| We get through another day. We did get some rainIt was trying to rainnow. We get fog in the morning. Ray and I swiffered floors. That was my accomplishment. I hope your washing machine is working out alright. My acts up when the rugs get off balance. I hate that. I hope your brother and the puppy got there alright. I guess we are still at war. I am sad everyday for the world. I get so down. My sinuses are flaring up. I don't always feel well. I wish I could see a Doctor for everything in one setting that I can trust. Our property taxes came in and they are so expensive. We only have 2 acres, a house and pole barn and mini barn. Our neighbor, our only neighbor, got our taxes in the mail. We said he could pay them for us. He wasn't interested. He has a lot of farm acres. His taxes are more then ours. Harry and Meghan need to be isolated on an island away from everyone. They are a pain. I need to read Devotions. I need to do more laundry as well. A contestant on Jeopardy lives with 2 Jane Austen Fans and they loved Colon Firth and have every DVD of Pride and Prejudice. They call their home Pemberly. That is cute. Have a good day with your brother and the puppy. I hope the washing machine is behaving. Later. |
| Hi on Friday. April 17, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and that your sinuses feel better. I am having allergies I think. It's very pollen filled air around here. It rained for 2 minutes this morning, but that didn't seem to help much. Please give Miss Bella my love! Not much happening here. We will go for smash burgers in a while. I have to do a return and get some things at Home Depot so we may go by there, too. Yesterday, we went and got subs for dinner. We will go soon. It is nice to have company. My brother likes clutter. LoL News. I hear that things are maybe working in Iran and other places. I will believe that when I see gas prices come down. Will hope and pray for peace in the world, as always. Royal Family. Prince Harry made a speech where he said how hard his life is. Is he kidding? Just because he threw everything away and now wants it back on his terms. How strange he is with those expectations of his and constant whining. Rascal is a source of great joy. There is not much else that is new. I tried to wash my car a little, but when it dries, it looks the same. But at least I made the effort to do that so that is good. Take care and enjoy your Friday leading into a (hopefully) nice weekend. |
| We had fog this morning. It is going to raintonight. It is 70 some Degrees today. Glad your brother and Rascal are there. Rascal has everything he needs there and he has a good home with your brother and other relatives. Harry is a whiny brat. Princess Diana is probably ashamed of him. Harry had it all and he let Meghan bring him down. Where is his brain? I watched Jeopardy last night. They had a Jane Austen category and I got all the answers right. I heard good news this morning. The war may be over. I hope so. I hope things get better for everyone. I have been so down about things. The world and things in general. I guess we move on and hope for the best. I hope to get some writing ideas. Have a good weekend. I hope Rascal is entertaining. Praying for better days. |
| Hi on Saturday. It is April 18, 2026. I hope that the weather is nice there and that it is a good day for you. I was glad to read that your Aunt is doing better and recovering. It is also nice reading that Bella had a good checkup and is a perky kitty! Yay!! Give Bella my best as she scampers around! News. My brother, who is not ordinarily someone who likes President Trump, thinks that Trump has done the right thing in Iran. He finally sees how bad the media is about not reporting the truth about things. The gas prices we saw yesterday here were less than they have been. A lot less. It was weird to see that. I hope and pray that there will be peace and that the Iranians won't have the chance to get nuclear weapons again since they are so nasty when they have any kind of power. Hoping for peace in Ukraine, also. Those people have waited so long. I hope that Trump will quit messing with people who have faith. I don't get why he does that. Still waiting for them to make progress in finding Nancy Guthrie. I think that they need one person to blab about what went on and then the arrests will happen. Hoping that is the case. Royals. I think Harry and Markle are done in Australia. She is starting to look as mean and drawn as she is on the inside at times. I wonder if Harry ever really looks at her anymore and sees what is plainly there. The meanness and the ruthless bitterness. His mother was (in my opinion) the most beautiful woman in the world for a while there, but as far as I could tell, Diana was kindhearted. Harry and Markel may love their children, but I don't think they are doing the right thing in not letting them be around their heritage and relatives, if they are even really a part of the royal family at all. Maybe, that's what's at the root of it all. We are having a nice visit so far. Rascal is a nice presence to have here. Things are okay. My new washer is noisy, but I guess that's the way they are now. We can't seem to find a reason for that other than that's how things are. Not really an advancement in design, but whatever. I hope that today is a good day for you and things are nice and upbeat this weekend. Yay, for the good and positive news! |
| We got rainthis morning. I guess the raindone. We are rain free for now. I am not sure if the war over. I think the country is on edge. Trump. I ask does he care? I hope there won't be anymore wars. I am glad your brother and Rascal are doing well. I watched Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman. I have no ambition. It's cold today. I promise myself I will go out next week. I have no plans. I can do something. I am sorry the new washer is noisy. My dishwasher makes a lot of noise. The Royals. They like being in the news. Meghan and Harry. I don't remember the Royals being in the news this much. Meghan is being a brat and when she invited Oprah to the wedding. I never got over that one. Princess Diana. I was sad over that one as well. Bella wants to eat the past 2 days. That's a good thing.I don't understand the Nancy Guthrie thing. I pray they find the poor woman. Good or bad. The astronauts had a interview with Al Roper. They seem happy. I am glad they got home safely. Have a good day and week. Enjoy Rascal. Later. |
| Hi on Sunday. It is April 19, 2026. I hope that today is a good day for you and you feel well enough to do what you want to do. Give Miss Bella a hug from me! My company has departed and I am alone again. I miss them being here. Rascal is a joy. My brother and I had fun watching Baseball - the Nationals Game. He has a baseball package to watch the Washington Nationals. It is a little rainy, cold and overcast this morning. The weather wants to go back to winter apparently. We went to the grocery store here before they left to go home. Yesterday, we tried to go to a restaurant we liked with an outdoor patio. As of April 1, they said no more dogs, even on the outside patio. That was so disappointing. Rascal is very well behaved. But if he is not welcome, we don't want to go. That made me feel sad. Then we tried Kickback Jack's and they said he would have to have papers saying he is a "service dog", which he is because my brother is hard of hearing, but he didn't bring his "papers" with him. After that, we went to the sub place and got take out subs. My brother told the lady owner what happened at the other restaurant and she said Rascal is welcome in there anytime since he is so nicely behaved. That was nice. News. First I hear it's one way, then another. I don't know if we are still at war or if everything is worked out. My brother was funny. He is selling his house and buying one on one level. He said he hated decluttering. All my counters were clear in my kitchen and he spread stuff all over them. But that is a quick fix now that I'm a little better organized. My brother is funny that way, but he helps me and I don't feel so abandoned when he's here. Sometimes, I feel irritated (and I'm sure he does, too) but I enjoy his visits and he can clutter if he wants to. LoL Royal Family. Harry gave a speech. I heard part of it. I don't get why he has to complain all the time about his family. I'm no huge fan of King Charles, but Harry heaps a lot of abuse on his dad while he's fighting cancer the best he can. Harry is part of the most famous family in the world and it's why anyone is interested in his speeches or in his strange wife. He has everything anyone could want and two healthy kids. Okay, he married someone weird, but he's not the only one who ever did that. People cope or they move along. She gave her own speech saying, no she is the most victimized like they are in a competition or something. Their poor kids. Other than watching Youtube too late last night, I am working to get back to where I was with the decluttering. Take care and have a good Sunday. Enjoy your day! Things are blooming here - hope they are there, or soon will be! |
| It is Sunday. I didn't go to Church. I didn't feel up to it. It was 45 Degrees. It was cloudy and cold. It got windy. we got a brief rain shower. I don't always feel my best. I rearranged my side of the dresser. I rearranged my jewelery. I got my flower headbands I ordered. They came from Amazon. I had ordered from Ebay. Bella eats all the time. She got her appetite back. I watched my Sunday Arron Spelling Shows. I am sorry your brother left already. I know you miss Rascal, too. I am sorry Rascal isn't welcome at certain places. Some humans shouldn't be allowed at some places. I have seen people misbehave at restaurants. Sad, really. I hope to do laundry this week. I need to clean the kitchen. I need to clean my rings. They want to put up Communcation Data Centers around here. We don't need that. If they do, they will have to find a vacant area big enough for it. They were going to put a factory in that makes paper med cups, plastic drinking cups but that didn't work out. That area was all dug but not built and it isn't big enough. There is no room by us. The farmers will be fighting against this. I agree. They want to put a freeway in that goes into Chicago. It would take 10 years to build and the traffic is bad enough. Semis don't want to pay tolls anymore. They use the highway and we have traffic now. I will never drive again if they get a freeway. I will hire my own Chaufeur Driver. I don't enjoy going far away anymore. The Freeway thing is off the table for now but now, they want farmers to do those solar panels for farmlands. My uncle said no. My uncle has dementia and my cousins won't allow it. WE ARE HOOTERVILLE!!!! JUST LEAVE US ALONE! Anyway. I am unhappy right now. A Communication Data Center will take 3 years to build. It would be awhile. So, that is what is new in Cornfield County. The war is still on. Harry and Meghan are still butt heads. I found my Trump Buttons today when I was cleaning. My friend went to a Trump Rally the first time he ran and bought me home some Vote For Trump Buttons and 2 little flags. I decided to keep them. Maybe Trump will be good again. Glad your visit went well with your brother and Rascal. I hope you are doing well. I hope you get things done you want to do. Thanks for listening. Praying for better days. |
| Hi on Monday! It is April 20, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and a nice start to the week. Give Bella my love! I get down after my brother and Rascal leave. More down than usual. I have an eye doctor appointment for a checkup tomorrow. My eye doctor retired last year so I think this appointment will be with his son. I hate change like that, especially when I really do like and appreciate my original eye doctor here. But I guess the beat goes on. I don't want Data Centers but they are coming here, too. I hear that they are going to do that. There are a lot of empty buildings around, especially after the pandemic. And, a lot of companies have gone out of business, including restaurants. I don't really know what these Data Centers are up to. I hear it's AI, but I don't really get what it's about. This is all thanks to the lockdowns and bad decisions. Now, our old governor is running to be our Senator. He was a terrible governor, but I think he will probably win because the other guy isn't impressive, either. It seems like our candidates are always bad here. News. I have no idea what is going on with the war against Iran. I don't know if the Strait of Hormuz is open or closed. I have no idea who is winning, if anyone is winning. I just hope there are no Americans going to fight in a ground war and I also hope there won't be a Draft. I would like to see peace in Ukraine, too, but that seems to be on the back burner. I wish they would resolve these things and have some nice peace in the world. The Nancy Guthrie thing is Day 79. Someone on Youtube (a former Detective) said that it all depends on if someone locked Mrs. Guthrie's front door after she was taken away. I don't understand that exactly, but it will be interesting if that helps solve it. I feel so sad for her and I hope that they find her for Savannah's sake. Royal Family. I guess Harry and Markel like to torment his family, but it usually backfires on them. It doesn't seem to stop them, though. They seem to enjoy doing that, but if the Royal Family won't stand up to them, it will probably continue. I hope today is a good day for you. I hope that you have fun decluttering, if you decide to do more. I like when I look at my cleared off kitchen counter. It makes me feel happy for some reason. Well, take care of yourself and have a good start to the week! Tomorrow morning, I will be at the eye doctor for a while. |
| It is Monday. I have to accept life has never been perfect and things don't get any better. Like the Data Communication Thing. I hope the farmers can settle it and I would rather not be involved. It hasn't happened, yet. I pray and want to enjoy life. I am thinking of going out tomorrow. I don't need anything. Lately, I order from Ebay. I shop once in awhile. I do hope your Eye Doctor Appointment goes well. My Eye Doctor is closed today so I will call her tomorrow. I don't why businesses are closed on Mondays. I feel for you when your brother and puppy leave. My one friend never calls. She always called Mom. She would have Mom call me. My cousin's husband wants to go here and there and her parents needs her. His family comes first. My cousin told me last week that she wished she could stay home. In the Air Force, we moved a lot and I now enjoy having a permanent home all these years. Everyone always thinks they have to go somewhere. I Iived in 4 different states, 5, growing up. Oh well. I guess I will stop whining and enjoy life. I am not very exciting. I don't know what is going in the news except the war is still on. There are shootings still going on in places. I hope you are feeling well. Thanks for listening. Maybe life will improve. The US is celebrating 250 years. I hope we can celebrate peacefully. Washington, DC is beautiful. Have a good day and week. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is April 21, 2026. I hope that it is a good day for you and it is nice all day. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! In a little while, I will leave for my Eye Doctor appointment. I am anxious about it. There are drops involved so I'm sure it will take a while. Always does. There will be a planned power outage here tomorrow. I do not know why they need to do this, but at least it isn't too hot or too cold, although it is colder than it was. It will be for several hours. News. I do not know what is going on with the war. Is there a cease fire or not. I do not know. I am not sure that they tell the truth about what is going on. I hope for peace all over the world and for things to settle down. Nancy Guthrie is still missing after 80 days. What does that say about the abilities of law enforcement on many levels. Nothing good. Royals. Today would have been Queen Elizabeth II's 100th Birthday. Charles issued a short statement. It was a nice tribute for his mom. I feel down, but I am trying my best to not let it defeat me. It might still do that, but I am trying. Counting my blessings and hoping for the best. It seems like nothing works the way it should anymore. I am going to try and get back to my decluttering work. I do like having relatively clear counters in my kitchen. It makes me feel like maybe organizing my stuff is possible, even if it will take a long time. Take care and enjoy your Tuesday. We do our best and count our blessings as we go along. It might not be a complicated strategy, but maybe it's one that will work. Sending love and hugs your way, always. |
| I went to CVS today. I had to get Womens Probiotics and Tylenol. I got a Queen Elizabeth Magazine and Danielle Steel Book. It is Queen Elizabeth's Birthday or would have been. Her family. If she only knew. I couldn't go to the cemetery. They dug a grave and the workmen were there. So, I went home. It is getting green around here. It was windy today. It was 80 Degrees. We do hope for the best. I live each day as it comes. We hope for better things. The war. I don't know if the war is still on with Iran and the US. Sad really. I hope to go to Church Sunday. Next week, I will be busy. I hope you are feeling good. I am okay. I want to keep my independence and be able to drive always. It is going to rain tonight and maybe tomorrow. Not much is new. I went past Mom's house and it is hard realizing it isn't Mom's house anymore. Sometimes, I am alright. I don't what I can. Have a good day. Hugs and love to you as well. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is April 22, 2026. I hope that today proves to be a good day for you and feel well. Give my love to Miss Bella!  Yesterday, my eye doctor appointment was okay. I met the son of the guy who has been my doctor for almost 30 years. This guy was nicer than the other son, but still not really nice. They say my vision isn't as good, but I think something was wrong with their chart thing. They couldn't find a reason, but they did an eye scan. Whatever. I don't have to go back for a year so it can't be anything too drastic (I hope). There were hardly any people at the eye doctor. I am used to there being a scary mob there. I don't know why but I like it better without the crowd. The drops gave me the usual dilation headache and fatigue. I was able to drive myself home, Thank God. News. It is hard to know who tells the truth if anyone does. I know the media doesn't and they cheer against the US because they hate you-know-who. I see that President Trump exaggerates and says things that are about negotiating rather than telling us what's going on. I got two emails about a power outage today, but there is no info at the number they say to call so I don't know what time or even if there will be an outage today. I hope I can post this before the outage hits, if there even is one. Very vague. Royals. I saw some of the ceremonies honoring Queen Elizabeth. Harry and Markle had to do some weird thing about candles named after their kids and honoring their kids birthdays, not the Queen's. Too strange. They couldn't just stop and honor the Queen because that wouldn't get them their attention that they crave. This morning, I went to the post office and to Target. I am so disappointed in a couple of areas, but I am trying to get over it and get past it. Forgiving is such a challenge. I guess it is for everyone, but I really do struggle with it when I get disappointed in behaviors. Take care and I hope that today turns out to be a nice, positive day! |
| It is Wednesday. There was going to be a cease fire between Iran and the US tonight. Iran shot one of our ships. The war is still on. I think Iran wants the war to go on. Sad really. I see The Other Bennett Sister is on DVD but it has 10 parts. I didn't even get through the book. I don't know if to order it or not. We may get rain It is hazy and cloudy today.I know what you mean about disappointment. I think things get worse. Towns by us are fighting about Data Communications Centers going in. The county I worked in pulled the plug on the Communications Data Center and I hope our county will stop it before it starts. The one farmer is out farming today. A sign of summer. Glad your Eye Doctor Appointment worked out well. It is hard seeing new Doctors. My Wye Doctor has weird hours. Closed on Monday. Opens at 11:00 on Tuesday. Closed at 7:00PM. Today. Opened at 8:00AM. Closed at 1:00PM. Thursday and Friday. I don't know. Anyway I had to leave a message. They called back an hour later. Harry and Meghan again. They should be jailed. The kids and candles thing. Now, they love their kids. Like really? Harry and Meghan chose not to be royal. Their call. King Charles needs to take away their titles and rights. I hope you are feeling better. I am okay. I hope for a good summer. Thanks for listening. I hope life gets better for all of us. Happy Wednesday |
| Hi on Thursday. It is April 23, 2026. I hope that it is a good day for you and you feel well. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! Yesterday, I went to Target and the post office. Today, I am not sure if I will venture out. Maybe after a while. I hope and pray for peace in the world. I do not know from day to day what is up with that. Are we at war or is it over? It is hard to tell. It seems like there is a lot of uncertainty, but maybe that's the way it usually is and now it's just more noticeable. I heard that Prince Harry is in Ukraine. That sounds kind of bizarre to me. What are they up to, those two? Charles allows it to happen. He is coming to the US (with Camilla) on Monday next week. I wonder if he will even bother with Harry while he's here. I just hope and pray that the people who are really hurt by all these wars and conflict can get a break. I wish I had some energy, but I don't seem to have much. It is hard not to get down. I do feel down at times, but I am trying my best to remember to count my blessings and distract myself. Take care and I hope that today is a good day for you! |
| Thursday. We have sunshine today. No rain News. I guess Israel attacked Iran. There is no seize fire for Iran and the US. The news isn't happy. Why would Harry want to be in the Ukraine? It isn't safe. I don't even leave my house much let alone the country. Ray went and got a blood test this morning and bought home McDonald's and some bakery treats. I vacuumed today.i need to fold up laundry. Bella ate lunch late. She had cheese for breakfast.Ray is out spreading fertilizer. He likes a nice, green lawn. I guess I am doing okay. I am trying to be positive Not much is going on. We hope for better days. It will soon be the weekend. This will be short. Thanks for all you do. Hoping good things happen for all of us. Later. |
| Hi on Friday. It is April 24, 2026, almost to the end of April. I hope that it is a good day for you, leading into a nice weekend with good weather. Give my best to Miss Bella! It sounds like you got a lot done. Since I went to the eye doctor on Tuesday, I have been so tired. I barely can stay awake, day or night. Everything takes a lot of energy. I think I might be a little better today. I tried going to Kohl's for a change yesterday. Kohl's and then Cook-out for take out. It didn't help me to feel more energetic as I had hoped. Yesterday, the power company was back digging up yards up and down my street. This has been going on since December. No one ever says why. I am thankful it wasn't my yard that was dug up. They seem to be doing that in the same yards over and over. They block the street. When I came back from Kohls I had to go the long way around the block to get to my driveway. Then, they blocked my driveway for a while, but I was back so it didn't matter then. It's a mystery all this power company digging. Thankfully, the power stayed on yesterday and the day before. I watched this show, "The Interview Room" on Youtube. It is about Nancy Guthrie and trying to solve the case. This show was a call-in one. I fell asleep because it was more than 5 hours long. It was interesting, though. Better than most stuff that I see on TV. News. I hope the wars will be over by the end of April. I don't know if that is realistic. It just seems like a nice goal that maybe they could try for. Royals. King Charles and Camilla come to DC on Monday. I think there is to be a State Dinner and I do not know what else. I hope that Charles is well enough to make the trip. Maybe Charles can talk President Trump into ending the wars. President Trump likes King Charles. Harry needs to go away somewhere and pay attention to his own children. No one chose him to run the world. Ukraine doesn't need him to solve their problems. I heard that it is widely believed that Harry uses AI for his speeches because they follow a weird pattern. I don't even know how you tell things are AI and I do not want to know. It all sounds kind of sinister to me. Well, that's about it for my ramblings today. I hope and pray that it is a good day and that you have a wonderful spring weekend! |
| Friday. We made it. It is trying to rain It may rainall night. I can tell summer is coming. Bella likes to lay behind the curtains.It seems like workmen are all over. Workmen were repairing the roads the other day. Looks like there will be a lot of work being done on the roads and highways. I hope King Charles has a good visit with Trump. I never forgot how Charles treated Princess Diana. Camilla. I don't care for her. She will never be a good Queen. My sister text me. She dropped a hair dryer on her foot and broke it. She had to have stitches. looks terrible. She sent pictures. Guess I could have worst problems. The wars are still going on. I hope they stop. We live each day as comes. I do. I pray for everything. Next week is Doctor and Dentist week. I was hoping to drive to the cemetery but it is going to rain Maybe I can go this weekend. I hope you are feeling good. I am always thinking of you. I am always problems getting this thing to type. Have a good week. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Saturday. It is April 25, 2026. I hope that you feel well today. Sorry to hear about your sister. I hope that she heals quickly from that. It sounds like it must have hurt a lot. I was so sad to learn of 🌝 HuntersMoon  's passing. What a bright light he was on the site. I hope that he and mott say hello to each other in heaven. They were both in that Glen Campbell campfire of mine about 9 years or so ago.Give Miss Bella a gentle hug from me! News The news has not been positive here or otherwise. But I am hopeful that these wars will soon come to the close and there will be peace. Royals. I think them coming to DC is meant to promote peace in Iran and the Ukraine and Lebanon and wherever else there is conflict. I don't like Camilla, but she doesn't look well. She shakes uncontrollably at times. She looks older than her years. I like that she promotes reading, loves dogs and has a sense of humor. I bet she shakes so much from worrying about Charles' health. I saw that the staff of the British Embassy is getting the grounds ready. There are some lovely trees planted there in past state visits by the monarchs. The Japanese maple tree is particularly lovely. I think the State Dinner is supposed to be on Tuesday evening. The ballroom isn't ready yet and Trump was griping about that a bit when he wasn't mocking Prince Harry. Charles needs to do something about Harry. I bet that Trump will give him some unwanted (but much needed) advice on the subject. I still am feeling tired. It is supposed to rain here, but hasn't started yet. Still in drought, we need the rain. Take care and I hope that today proves to be a better day than yesterday. |
| Saturday. It is 70 Degrees. A nice day. I remember Huntersmoon writing in the Campfire about Vietnam and Glen Campbell and The 70s. Since Dad died, I think of Vietnam and The 70s a lot. I wish I was that young again. Camilla does look fail. England isn't at war with anyone. I wish I could say the same for the US. I hope Trump doesn't good things for the US. I have the Queen Elizabeth Magazine on my sofa table and I look at her picture on the cover. I feel love for her. I bet Charles doesn't know what to do with Harry. The State Dinner. The ballroom. Well, they should have started it sooner. Trump likes to complain. What is he? Five? My sister says God wants Trump to be President . I tell myself God has a plan. I washed some of my rings today. I did dishes. At least the dishwasher is working. Ray has been in his pole barn all day. He likes doing that. Bella has been quiet today. She does run around in the morning.I hope you are feeling well and having a good weekend. I wonder what the week will bring. I hope good news for everyone. Thanks for all you do. Later. |
| Hi on Sunday. It is April 26, 2026. It is rainy here. I hope it is a nice day there and you enjoy it. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! My neighbor and I went to church this morning. It was a nice service.. It was rainy, but not pouring, just light rain and chilly. We need the rain. The yard guy came and mowed yesterday so the yard looks better. He did it before it started to rain. I was glad to see that Hunters Moon is still with us. I bet he will be amused by the outpouring when people thought he was gone. He has a good sense of humor. She shouldn't feel bad about that because she posted it out of caring and concern. Yes, we had fun with that Glen Campbell campfire. We all did. It was rare for mott to have wanted to write here much. I think he enjoyed Ken. Tom was more into reading. So, it is his writing that I treasure but am sort of scared to read, but I will do that soon. He and Ken had a lot in common with the multiple tours of duty in Vietnam. I hope Ken gets better and comes back to smile at how people care about him. When Tom was in the Navy, he saw Glen Campbell perform somewhere on the West Coast. We both loved the song, "Galveston". News. Well, last night was wild on the News with what happened at the Correspondents Dinner that was cancelled due to gunfire. That is the same hotel where Reagan was shot. It is the HIlton on Connecticut Avenue. There is another Hilton on K Street. This morning, I heard that the shooter had a room in the hotel. That's a pretty big mistake letting him run around with weapons. Glad that everyone seems like they are okay. Melania and Caroline Leavit didn't look that okay. Neither did all the media reporters, who jumped under the tables in their fancy clothes. They all looked pretty freaked out. Royalty. I hope they have better security in place when King Charles and Camilla come tomorrow. If Trump would deport Harry, it would make me smile. Maybe he'll do it for Charles' sake. I think it would help Charles even if Charles doesn't think so. I'm still hoping for peace in Iran and Ukraine and also on the streets of DC, my home town. I used to work across the street from that hotel. Many moons ago, before the Reagan shooting. I wish they would quit shooting escapades, these people with guns. Too many top officials were all together at that Dinner last night. I can't think of anyone who wasn't there. Well, it's a new day. I am glad that Hunters Moon is still with us. And am glad that apparently no one was badly hurt last night also. Take care and enjoy your Sunday! |
| I went to Church. Some woman gave her life story right before we sang the last song. She and her husband had been up there earlier for special prayer. I don't know if the life story was appropriate or not. New members joined since Covid and others left. I don't talk much to people at Church since Mom died. I go to Church to find peace and renew my faith. Right now, the world needs it I saw the shooting clip dinner and ball. How did he get in? I got a feeling there will be more assination attempts. Everyone hid. I would, too. Trump and the Cuba thing? I don't know. I hate getting out of bed at times. We never know what we will wake up to. I remember the Regan shooting. King Charles. I hope they beef up security this week. Scary. I would be afraid to be in politics and go to Washington DC right now. My son text me. His new puppy is misbehaving. He doesn't want to mind. Tomorrow, I go see my GYN/OB. It is hazy today and no sun. It was cold at Church. I pray for a better week for all of us. The world is a worry. Not much else to say. Have a good week. I hope you are feeling well. I am always thinking of you. |
| Hi on Monday. It is April 27, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and you feel well. Hope the doctor's visit goes okay. When I go to any doctor, it seems like I need a few days (at least) to recover from the ordeal. The weather is cooler, but nice and sunny today. I hope the sun is shining for you. Give Miss Bella a nice pet from me. Yesterday, I had a problem with my phone keys sticking. Then it wouldn't let me access my phone. I panicked. So, I went over to Verizon and a very nice lady helped me. I also got a new phone to replace Tom's old one so I would have a backup. Thankfully, I could keep Tom's voicemail message, it transfered. What a stress out. That really wore me out, having to do that on a Sunday, but thankfully no one else was at Verizon for the time I was there. I was the only customer. News. King Charles and Camilla are going to tea with President Trump today around 4 pm. I am not sure if that is at the Embassy (which is supposed to be the nicest Embassy of all of them) or at the White House. I hear the State Dinner is tomorrow night, but I do not know, for sure, where that is. I hope it is somewhere nice and secure. It is hard to believe that the Hilton Hotel (where Ronald Reagan was shot, no less) didn't search the guests before letting them roam around the halls. Wow, that could have been so much worse if more than one individual had been involved and with explosives. Yikes. And that so and so is a teacher, apparently educated at Cal-Tech. That answers a lot about what is wrong with education in this country. I saw President Trump get in Norah O'Donnell's face, when she insulted him on 60 minutes. She has some nerve since she is one of the ones who swore up and down that Biden was so sharp and on his game. I hope for peace in the world and that people can act like they are civilized for a change. This is so much like the 60s of my youth with all the violence and intolerance that goes on. Royals. I am looking forward to seeing how this royal visit goes. I want to see the gardens at the embassy. I hope they show them on the British shows. They do a better job of covering things like this than the media here does. I hope that King Charles is up for the visit and it isn't too stressful for him. Honestly, he is not my favorite royal, but I admire him a lot for the way he has kept going while being treated for cancer. I know he has every resource there is, but it still is very difficult for him to do all this diplomacy and traveling. Maybe, in his old age he is becoming a better person. Maybe, that means there is hope for Harry if he ever escapes his keeper. Well, not much else is happening here. I went to Target and the grocery store this morning. The least little thing tires me out. Oh, and I did a load of wash. My new washing machine and I are getting to know each other. It sounds like a jet plane landing on my house, but I guess I'll get used to it as it does a nice job of washing and the dryer seems to be working well. I am looking forward to watching the royal/Trump action on Youtube. Take care and enjoy your day! Hopefully, the doctor visit won't be too taxing. |
| I saw the GYN/OB. She changed my meds. I hope I will be alright. I canceled my Dentist Appointment. Tomorrow, Ray and I have banking business. I don't want to be out 3 days in a row. I am just tired. I drove in the rain It stormed. We got puddles. I had to get a parking space away from the handicapped. I got wet. It is going to rain and storm tonight. Two women had their babies in carriers in the rain The one baby was tugging on the blanket a kicking. Ray went to Walmart this morning. I hope King Charles is safe and Trump is being nice. King Charles isn't my favorite royal. I love William and Catherine. I will watch YouTube to see how the visit went. It is chilly. Bella has been bouncing off the walls. It must be the weather.Sorry your washing machine is making a lot of noise. My dishwasher makes a lot of noise. I had to go through drive through to pick up some medicine. We got KFC last night. We can only get it at 2 places anymore. Three of the KFCs closed down I didn't hear any news today. I don't like bad news. I got my Queen Elizabeth Beanie Baby in the mail today. I put her by my Queen Elizabeth Music and Jewelry Box. Have a good day. Thanks for all you do. Later. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is April 28, 2026. I hope that it is a nice and relaxing day for you. It is raining here. We need rain as we are in an extreme drought. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! I am very tired today and slow getting around. I am not going anywhere because of the rain. I will do my best to get out and get the mail and start the car. I do not know why I am so tired because I slept pretty well last night. It is chilly here, too. It has been like summer so far this April so it is different. I have the heat set to come on. Yesterday, I watched some of my favorites on Youtube combine podcasts. The one I watch is The Interview Room. They had as a guest this guy called "Monks Intrigue" . I like them because they all seem to care about finding out what happened to Nancy Guthrie. They seem like they genuinely care about her. Some of the podcasters seem like they used the situation to get ratings and now have changed the subject. I don't care for that attitude. These guys all seem to think what has happened to her is very close to home. They think it will be solved and I hope that is right. It sounds like maybe the war with Iran will wind down now. I hope that is the case. I saw the King and Queen arrive. He looked peppy. I do not know how he does that. They went for tea at the White House with Melania and President Trump. Then there was a Garden Party with a lot of people and the King was chit chatting and smiling. He looked much better than he has lately on British TV. Maybe it does him good to get out and about. Today, King Charles addresses a joint session of Congress. Then more receptions and then tonight is the big State Dinner. I hope that they show the toasting. I have to say that Charles is very brave doing all this while undergoing cancer treatment. She is brave, too, because she shakes pretty badly from whatever is amiss with her. Traveling is not easy for anyone over 70. I am younger than them and I couldn't do 1/4 of what they are doing. I am sort of inclined to forgive them for things in the past. He's trying to do a good thing by reconciling our countries after his Prime Minister (Starmer) has insulted President Trump. Not an easy mission, but Trump likes Charles and he loved Queen Elizabeth. Your Beanie Baby is so lovely! The whole bravery thing in the face of his monster youngest son, Harry, is admirable too. Charles just keeps pushing onward. Hopefully, Harry and Monster Markle will keep their traps shut for a few days. I look forward to mostly resting today and watching the festivities. They really do need to have a nice ballroom so as not to have to go out to hotels like that ghastly Hilton on Connecticut Ave. Gross. Take care and have a nice day today and every day! Hope you feel perky! Enjoy watching the Royals! |
| It is Tuesday. We went to the bank and they won't transfer money without a form. This is part of my son's inheritance. Anything to harass a person, they do. My son has to send the form and then we can transfer money. Ray and I went out for a Dairy Queen. A ice cream sundae. We rode out through the country. The highway is doing roadwork. What a pain Nancy Guthrie. I wonder if this will.be a mystery forever. So sad. I saw a clip on King Charles with Trump. I hope Charles will be safe. I would have canceled my trip if I was Charles. I Harry. I am surprised he and Bernhilda didn't try to visit the white house. The white house is nice but Ray said that Buckingham Palace is nicer. To me, I say Downton Abbey is nicer. It may rain tonight. We got rainlast night.Gas isn't cheap. I can't believe we spent $33 00 on 8 gallons of gas. We saw goats and cows today on our outing. Sheep, too. Two Canadian Geese were in a yard. Everything looks so green. Not much else is new. I hope the Royals enjoy the white house and tea party and garden party. Have a good day. Praying for better days. If you go out, be careful. Sending love and hugs. |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is April 29, 2026. Almost to the end of April. I hope it is a good day and you feel well. Give a hug from me to Miss Bella Kitty! I hate dealing with banks and also with anything medical. Banks are so rude now. It seems like the rudeness thing is coming back. It was bad during Covid. It's why I get the creeps at any doctor's offices. I sort of see them all as my enemy. I went to Target yesterday and tried to pay cash. No one was set to do that so they finally sent me to Customer Service and the woman there was angry that she had to do some work. She was mad that the other woman wouldn't open up a register and take cash. A whole line of people who wanted to do the same thing was behind me. Yikes. News and Royal Stuff. I saw a lot of the King's activities. His speech to Congress was awesome. They gave him a bunch of standing ovations - both Democrats and Republicans, which seems like a kind of miracle to me. I have never been much of a fan of Charles, but that's in the past after this. But I have always known that Diana loved him, really loved him. I finally saw something there and it was good. He is a good man, not all good, but mostly good now in old age. Maybe he wasn't always, but he is now. He brings people together. His speech was amazing and very witty. On the fashion front, Queen Camilla has stepped up her game. Her pink dress was lovely and I liked the off white dress with the embroidery that she wore to the Tea Party/Garden Party. I saw people on other shows this morning who said that she is really nice and friendly and that so is he. Also, she carried her own Diet Coke around. She didn't have a servant holding it. Nice. I had to remember that Charles has cancer. My goodness, I don't know where he gets the energy and stamina. She still shakes, but she keeps going and carrying on and has a big smile. Love her hair!!! She looks at him like she's worried about everything. I loved it when Charles offered her his arm going into the State Dinner. Sweet. Diana would have forgiven them I believe. They are helping each other through cancer, illness and old age. They are on a journey that Diana was spared. She will always be young and beautiful in our memories. I hope that Charles is not bothered by his idiot relative/son and in laws whilst he is here. I think that he is in NY today at Ground Zero. Hopefully, all will go well with the rest of the visit. I think he went a long way with mending fences between President Trump and the Prime Minister. Pres. Trump seemed to like his gift. Earlier today I went to Kohls to spend my Kohls Cash. I didn't use my credit card - I used cash with Kohls Cash. Then I went and got myself a sub. Now I am home for the day. Went to the post office, also. This is the excitement around here. Take care and I hope today proves to be a wonderful day! You can't go wrong with cows, sheep, goats, geese, and the King and Queen of England visiting! |
| It is Wednesday. It is cloudy and trying to be sunny. I cleaned the bathrooms and kitchen. I got a lot done. I saw King Charles on TV. He isn't wearing his red vest. I am trying to forget how things went down with Princess Diana and him. I know Diana would have forgiven him. Trump. Maybe Charles can talk some sense into him. Having tea parties and garden parties. I am glad the visit is going well. My cousin called. My uncle went to get gas and didn't need it. He got home and was telling stories about the police and mentioned the gas station. He had talked to the police. My cousin called the gas station and the police had talked to my uncle. They thought he was confused. The police should have called my aunt or bought him home. My uncles dementia worries me. He shouldn't be driving. I pray for him. There are shootings in towns 45 minutes away and it is sad. We are going back to the bank tomorrow. I hope we get the money transferred tomorrow. I feel better off and on. I need to call for my one xray to get it done. I hate doing Doctor things. Tomorrow is my hair day and then off to the bank. Glad your trip to Kohls went well. I don't plan on going to Kohls anymore. Just Sephora. Have a good day. Hopefully, life will get better. Praying for better days. |
| Hi on Thursday, the last day of April. It is April 30, 2026. I hope that today is a good day for you and things go well with calling the doctor. I get anxiety attacks about doctors offices and also about dealing with the car or any sort of house repair. I have to recover from those things after they are over. Give Miss Bella my love! This morning I took some things to Good Will, then went to the new Food Lion. Both are right around the corner from me, I should do it more. But at least I got it together to do it today. If I can get one goal done each day, it's an accomplishment. Otherwise, I just mostly stare at youtube. I did enjoy the King and Queen Camilla's visit to DC and NY. I guess they say farewell and head home today. I have not always agreed with Charles' behavior and I often wondered if he would be a good king. However, now he is battling cancer at the age of 77 or whatever age he is. Plus doing all this good work. I think and hope that people can change. I think Charles has changed. Maybe Diana's death and Camilla being there helped him along the way. That "no more kings" movement is nonsense. I wish we had a King sometimes. Politicians are disappointments. Charles seemed really peppy and positive. He did fade a bit at the State Dinner. To keep going takes a lot of strength and courage going through what he's going through. A tip of the horns to him from HOOves. Maybe someday dopey Harry will change. I think Markle is the kind of person who never grows or changes. I know people like that. They are never wrong and they never grow. Narcissists. But I think Harry could eventually grow if he moves along. However, if he stays stuck with Markle, I think he will spend the first half of his life being bitter about his mother and the second half being bitter about his father and feeling victimized by the press the whole time. Plus, he blames his father for his own shortcomings. Unfortunately, I think he will never appreciate Charles while Charles is alive. I think Harry will get a wakeup call once he's audited for his charity work and once his son, Archie, starts to ask probing questions. (assuming Archie is intelligent and not like Harry) They just had to horn in on the King's visit with their People Magazine nonsense. Foolish. But I liked seeing the King and Camilla visit Ground Zero and her visiting the young people with their reading innovations. I think Camilla encourages reading and writing whenever she gets the chance and that's a good thing. Neither one of them is a spring chicken, but they do their thing. I enjoyed seeing them visit and wish them all the best. I hope Markle and her sock puppet (as the youtube lady Sueme calls him) pipe down for a while. Of course, Harry thinks he is going to accuse his Dad of having something to do with Diana's death. That's coming. I don't believe he had anything to do with it. But I believe that Harry thinks that is his big thing he has over his Dad, to make the accusation. It's sort of beside the point these days. I think Harry and Meghan are committing elder abuse toward both their Dads. Nothing will bring Diana back. We all remember Diana as young and beautiful. Harry is bald and middle aged. Diana has already won that race against one of her sons. The other son favors her and looks like a movie star. Confronting that awful dementia is a horrible thing at any age. I don't know how to really ever deal with it. It's more like coping with it and hoping for the best. It's heartbreaking when it is someone you love. I know that from personal experience. Sometimes a person can get worse in the evening. Scary when evening sets in. Well, I hope that today proves to be a good and positive day. Take care and enjoy your Thursday! Let's get ready to welcome May! |
| Ray and I got our banking business done. We had to transfer inheritance money to my son in Oregon. It went well. It's all done. Our bank was good about this. The other bank, the lawyer put the money in there. That bank wasn't cooperate. We closed the account and took it to our bank we have been at forever. Our bank has been great. At one time, they weren't. The woman who did the transaction, her mother-in-law and I were friends years ago. I am getting old. Ray and I rode out to the country again. We went past a pasture with a 100 goats and sheep. There were three bug, white dogs. I guess they were sheep dogs. Very pretty. We saw two rabbits, Canadian Geese and cows. I love seeing animals. They are a beautiful part of life. I got my hair done this morning. My cousin came over and did it. My uncles dementia is really bad. I am so sad. I want to go visit him and my aunt. Maybe Harry feels trapped in his marriage. He is a prince so he should have some authority and connections to get put of his marriage. Nothing will bring Diana back. I would like to know all the details. Why didn't the press just leave Princess Diana and Dodi alone? I can't like Camilla but I have accepted King Charles. I am glad the visit went well with Trump. I wish we had a King. A nice King like the Prince in my stories I write. Harry would love to be King but it won't happen. William and Catherine are perfect together. It is going to rain Have a good day. I do want to love May. It gets so cold here for spring. We had 3 days of 80 Degrees then back to 50s and 40s. It will probably get hot in a hurry and stay Have a good day and almost weekend. I am always thinking of you. |
| Hi on Friday. It is May 1, 2026. First Day of May. I hope it is a good day for you. Sounds like yesterday went well - I am glad that the other bank was nicer. I never know what will happen at the doctor's office or at the bank. Sometimes, it seems like it's all wrong and sometimes nicer. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty on this 1st Day of May! Today, I blew the pollen off my deck. I also did some of the floors yesterday and today. I am not finished yet. Still working on it. News. I hope all the wars get settled before Europe runs out of fuel. Iran is bad and someone, someday had to do this. I just hope it all works out. Royals. I was surprised and touched when I saw that King Charles and Queen Camilla laid flowers and a wreath at Arlington Cemetery yesterday. I did not know that was in the plans and I, by chance, turned it on to watch it live. I could not believe that they both went up all those steps that had no railing along with the ones that did have a railing. I shed some tears. Then, they went to a street festival in Virginia. They are the real royals. This, to me, was an unexpected tribute. It warmed my heart to see it. My brother was amazed at them going up those steep steps. He's going to a service there later this month. It took him 16 months to arrange it for his late girlfriend's sister who died late January of 2025. Unfortunately, they do not allow dogs. Rascal was her doggie before my brother inherited himi. I think my brother plans to go by where Tom is and that is a good thing. It seems like he's so far away and they require a Real ID to get into Arlington now for living people. Well, I hope that today proves to be a good day and that the weekend goes smoothly. |
| It is 50 Degrees today. It will only get up to 60 Degrees next week. Charles and Camilla visited Arlington. I am glad went well with their visit to Washington DC. I haven't watched much news. I wonder if the wars will truly be over. I did a few reviews. No plans. The roads, highways are being worked on and I hate trying to go anywhere. I was thankful for the country roads instead of the highways. My cousin can't leave her parents for too long. They go to Michigan but her sister takes over. Sad really. I pray things get better for all of us. It is May. It doesn't feel like May. I think of the song Pieces Of April By Three Dog Night. I got pieces of April but it's a morning in May. Oh well. I hope you are feeling well. I am okay. I want spring and summer. I don't use much gas. I feel sorry for those working and have to buy gas. It is $5.00 a gallon somedays. So sad. Bella doesn't like her snack food. She likes the one dry food. Sorry, Rascal doesn't get to go to Arlington but he goes a lot of places. I am glad your brother wanted him after his girlfriend died. Have a good day and weekend. Thanks for the Chocolate Merit Badge Shower. It means a lot. Praying for better days. |
| Hi on Saturday. It is May 2, 2026. I hope it is a good start of the weekend for you and you feel well. Give my best to Miss Bella! It is cloudy and chilly here and you are right. It feels more like April than May so far. I hope it doesn't rain because my neighbor is at her horse clinic. I hope it goes nicely for her. We are not going to church tomorrow because the horse clinic goes until Monday. I have not been keeping up with the news. Hoping and praying for peace and wellness like always. Hoping that Pres. Trump knows what's what and people in the military are telling him the truth about what goes on. I liked watching the royal visit. It was a nice change. I heard Congress did like two things and they are on recess again. Unbelievable. Charles was an unexpected surprise to me. Nice. Sad to say that Nancy Guthrie is still missing, but there is a map that Annie Guthrie drew of the route that Nancy Grace has released on her show. I hope that it helps with the search. I'm not even sure anyone is still searching or that they ever searched much. That part sure is strange. Someone said they are hopeful about the video from the Uber driver who drove her that night. I hope they show it and can locate the cars involved. I keep thinking what if she might be kept somewhere by someone kind and maybe she is okay if they could only find her in time. I know that's probably not the way things are. All they need is a miracle like the song says. Back to royals. Now, I am hearing that William and Catherine are invited to come to DC in July. That will be nice if it happens. None of them seem to want to go visit California. I wonder why. I never could get that book, Betrayal by Tom Bower, that I wanted to buy so I bought it for my Kindle. I really prefer actual physical books, but this is much cheaper and the next best thing when I really want to read something. So, now I'm procrastinating the reading. Yesterday I worked on my floors, vacuuming and then wet swiffering up and down on the hardwoods. Then I blew off the deck and had to vacuum again because stuff came in with me. It tires me out, but then I feel better about things when it's done. My kitchen counters are clean and mostly bare and my floors are shiny and that makes me happy. For now. My floors were starting to get on my nerves. I know if Tom can see this that he is happy I finally got with it on the floors. He was big into keeping the floors clean. Well, I hope that this weekend proves to be a good one for you and the sun shines nicely and the flowers perk up and bloom! |
| Saturday. I haven't done anything. I just took care of kitty's needs. I watched Dr. Quinn: Medicine Woman. we never heard any news of Nancy Guthrie. Did everyone forget about her? Savannah does the news and I hope she doesn't have to report any bad news about her mother. She smiles but you know she is sad. I hope Nancy is still alive and getting the care she needs. King Charles. Guess he liked Washington DC. Now, there is trouble in England about the Jews in England and a shooting. The world is just crazy. I hope William and Catherine will visit DC. I wonder if they will bring the kids. Sorry, you couldn't get the book you wanted. They have a book Our Hearts Are In Ireland coming out. It has houses and castles of Ireland. I already have Our Hearts Are In England with Downton Abbey, Jane Austen Houses and castles of England. I hate to preorder books. I hope the book you are reading on Ereads is good. Books about The Royals seem to sell. I guess there is still war with Iran. Will this never end? seems like the war is quiet for a few days and then back for another round. No rain We do have frost.I don't know if I will go to Church or not. I hope I feel up to it. I am going to watch The Kentucky Derby. The race will be short. Have a good day. Thanks for all you do. Later. |
| Hi on Sunday. It is May 3, 2026. We are into May. I hope that you feel good. Taking it easy on the weekend sounds good to me. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! I hope to do some filing today and paper shredding. I keep thinking I will do it and then I don't. My counters are clear and my floors are relatively clean. There are some things that I just avoid. I don't really like to go out on weekends because people drive crazy around here. I watched the Kentucky Derby this morning. I had forgot it was on yesterday then I forgot to check. This morning I checked on the METS game highlights (they lost) and the Derby popped up. I used to watch it with my Mom, and before that with my Mom and Dad. It was a sign that spring is here. That horse coming from the back sure was amazing. What a pretty horse! My neighbor is still at her horse clinic this weekend. I wonder if she saw the race. I hope I remember to ask her. No church for us today because of her being at the clinic. One of our ministers retired. She was only there a couple of years. I will miss her. The Preakness is in two weeks. I think it's at Laurel instead of Pimlico. Then it moves back to Pimlico in Baltimore next year and they will tear Laurel down. My parents used to go to the races at Laurel a lot - it was about a 45 minutes from their house. They loved watching the horses. My brother has an offer on his house. And he is settling soon on the new house so it all seems to be falling into place for him. I am glad. News. I heard something that President Trump is reviewing a peace offer from Iran. I rarely believe anything I hear on the news anymore. Apparently Pres. Trump is mad at Germany and going to pull some troops out of Germany. We have air bases there. I'm not sure having Germany run wild is a good idea, though. They haven't been too good at it in the past, having initiated two world wars. Royals. King Charles really showed me something. Same with Camilla. When they both made that huge effort at Arlington Cemetery, it melted my heart. I hope Tom could see them. I also hope that William and Catherine do come in July. That will be interesting and fun to watch. I always enjoy the royal things that go on. I don't think of those nitwits in California as being royal. They totally threw that away. All I have to do is watch the Netflix show, Harry and Meghan to see what they did. Not much is happening. I wonder if I will get anything done today. I hope that you feel good and that you feel perky and so does Miss Bella! |
| I didn't go to Church today. I didn't feel like it. Next Sunday is Mother's Day. I don't think I will go. Without Mom, it will be rough. I know that we go forward. It rained today and may rain more.It is still 50 Degrees. I vacuumed today and did laundry. I was hoping to get some writing done today. I don't have any writing ideas. The war is still on. I was hoping the war would end. Trump being mad at Germany. Is there anyone he isn't mad at? He doesn't own the other countries. He acts like he wants to. Harry and Meghan. They aren't royal. I agree. Harry had other women to choose from. Why did he chose her? She wasn't a famous movie star. Maybe someday, he will get a clue. This week I get to see the eye doctor. Ray and I both. Not a very exciting day. I don't want too much excitement. The blackbirds with orange on them are back. The birds come back too early. We are having 50s weather. Poor birds are probably confused. I do hope your brother gets his house sold and things work out. Have a good week. Thanks for the Elizabeth and Darcy Merit Badge. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Monday. It is May 4, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and things go well. Hoping that you feel good and that the eye doctor visit is a good one. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! This morning I went to the post office and grocery store. I called the home owners Insurance agent. The local water company was offering some insurance on if the water lines break. I can get twice as much coverage for half the price going through my home owners insurance and not through the one recommended by the city. So, that's what I'm going to do. My brother sold (got a contract on it) his current house. I think he settles on the new house sometime later this week. They have to clear the title or something like that. He seems relaxed about it - I hope that stays that way. He says he will call junk removers and downsize. I bet he doesn't do that. He has a storage unit to be moved along with his furniture. He's moving from a big house on two levels to a smaller house (with a bigger yard) on one level. He's already talking about building a storage shed. I called to schedule my heat/air conditioning inspection, but I didn't get a call back yet. Then there is the car that needs to be inspected and I need to renew the tags. Always something going on to cause me anxiety attacks. News. The gas prices are bad. The price of eggs is down. I hope this Iran thing doesn't drag on forever. Royals. Charles really showed me something when he visited here. I loved his speech to Congress. All Congress does is go on recess. They still don't know who took Nancy Guthrie. That's amazing, given all the technology. If only she had that Lifeline thing where she could have pressed a button for help. She had security cameras, some of which apparently worked without a subscription. I feel so sad for what she went through. Well, I hope that today starts out good and the week is a nice one as we are getting well into Spring. It sure beats winter! Enjoy P & P if you go there! |
| 74 Degrees but it is windy. It is going to raintonight Ray went to the Doctor today. I scheduled a Mammogram for next week and I go see my Urologist for refills next week as well. It is always nice to deal with insurance people. Not! Calling a heating inspector. You hate when the air and heat goes out when you need it. I hope your brother does okay with selling his house and buying a new one. I need to rearrange things in my house. It is such a job. My cousin said she would help me scrapbook pictures but she she has problems with her parents. I know she can't help me much. When your arthritis acts up, you can't do much. I Will do things thing when I can. Gas prices are awful. I don't go out much. I don't use a lot of gas but going to tge Doctors, I have to. My friend is coming home from Mississippi next month. We can do some shopping. I don't want to do a lot of shopping but I want to go to Marshall's. I am glad Ray does the grocery shopping. I hope they find Nancy Guthrie someday. That would haunt me. I hope you have a good week and are doing well. I am always thinking of you. Praying for better days. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is Cinco de Mayo, May 5, 2026. I hope it is a nice day for you and you feel peppy. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! I am working on laundry this morning, still getting used to my noisy washer. It does a good job washing (so far). Knock on wood. I am trying to work on shedding documents I do not need. Also, I am continuing with my decluttering work. My counters in my kitchen are nice and clear most of the time now. So, a little bit of progress has been made. I had to call the a/c inspecting people again. She said she would put me on the schedule for next week and call me at the end of this week to let me know what time next week. That works for me I think. I will put the car off until after that. Am good at procrastinating. News. First I hear one thing, than the opposite thing. I do not think the news people tell the truth. So, with most things that I hear on the news it is a wait and see what develops attitude. They lied for so long about Covid and Biden. Royals. I wish they would all come to visit more often because that visit really lifted my spirits. I wonder if President Trump feels like that, too. I loved it when they went to pay their respects at Arlington because I felt like my Tom knew it that they were there. I saw some highlights from the MET Gala. That is like a circus of fashion. People attend in their underwear. Very strange. For 99% of the people they showed, I had no idea who I was looking at or why they were there. I saw Nicole Kidman. She looks younger all the time. Don't know how she does that, but she does. I heard that Markle is desperate to be invited. I could see that she would fit right in there, trying to wear shocking outfits, while she (in my opinion) tries to ruin the reputation of both sides of her family. I also heard that Markle's Dad is back in the States to get fitted and trained for a prosthetic leg. He is staying with his elder daughter in Florida I read. I wish him the best, poor man. That was a long flight to get back home. I watch a lot of Youtube these days, but I am trying my best to set just one goal and keep to it. I don't go out much. Just around the corner to McDonalds and the Bank and Goodwill some days. Then maybe 4 miles to the grocery store I like and the Target. So, not much. I know gas costs a fortune and I feel sorry for those who have to drive and can't afford it. Hopefully, this war will settle down soon and gas will flow again. I hope today proves to be a nice May 5 and you have reasons to smile! |
| Ray went to Walmart. We did get rain this morning. I didn't feel well this morning. I didn't sleep well. I hope I feel better tomorrow. Eye Doctor Appointment. I have Doctor Appointments next week I am glad Meghan Markles Dad has a daughter who cares about him. The Princess Meghan is awful. I hadn't heard about the underwear show. Meghan would love to cash in on that. I hope to go through Mom's stuff this afternoon. I would feel better or maybe sad. I don't know. I pray for God's help. I hear about peace talks again. I hope and pray the wars end. I ordered the Queen Elizabeth Coronation Doll. I got it yesterday. I don't know where to put her. She is beautiful. Bella has been active. Running all over. She is entertaining.I do hope the AC people will get back with you. We need to put new gravel down outside and get a new front door. I started watching Pride and Prejudice again. Ray bought home the new Wuthering Heights movie. I love the one with Timothy Dalton. So, I hope this one is good. Not much is going on. I hope you have a good day and week. Thanks for all you do. Later. |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is May 6, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you. It seems like May is going by fast. I hope that you are feeling better today. My stomach was upset earlier this morning, but it seems to have settled down now. Give my love to Miss Bella! I got in touch with the A/C people. She said she would call me at the end of this week to set it up for next week. They are funny the way they do things. She does not call back and say that, I had to call her again. Luckily, she answered this time instead of it going to voicemail. Today, I went to Lowes. I got a few things. I also went to the grocery store and the bank. It is overcast here, but not raining much so far. We do need the rain here. Hopefully it will be a gentle rain that we get if we get much. My brother settles on his new house today if everything goes according to plan. It is set for later on this afternoon. I hope it goes smooth for him so he won't have stress over it. He says it will make him a lot closer to here so that will be nice. Plus, he won't have stairs, but will have a larger yard. News. I hear there is a peace deal, but I keep hearing that and then it's off and then it's on. I hope that the Iranians get someone sane to be their leader who will look out for his own people for a change and quit with the nasty stuff directed toward the U.S. that they never stopped for all these many years. I am trying to make a decision about something. I hope to make it for the right reasons. I have postponed making any changes, but now I feel like things are happening that will push me in another direction. But I am uncertain on how to proceed. I pray God will guide me on what is best and what makes sense. Royals. I heard that Princess Catherine is going to Italy. I don't know if she is going alone, but that is her first trip out of the country since she was diagnosed with cancer. I hope everything goes smoothly for her. We all move forward and time will tell. I hope Catherine and William come to the US together in July. That will be nice if it happens. Take care and I hope you feel better and can get some nice rest, too. |
| I didn't sleep good last night. My bladder is iffy but I see my Urologist Monday. I am not always feeling good. Ray and I went to the eye Doctor. A medical student did my exam and she has a lot to learn. I was a lousy Nurses Aid when I started { I got good at being at a Nurses Aide} and then doing the Meds Nurse thing, I had to learn and got good at it. I am trying not to judge. One Nurse Practioner Student when I saw her 2 weeks before that, the NP told her to check for masses, she didn't have a clue on what she was doing. Sad}} and she was so lousy that I threw her out and wanted to see my usual NP. Anyway, this woman will learn. Any job in medical is hard. It takes practice and me, I had to have online classes and inservices. The Doctor came in and my eyes were dilated and everything checked out good. I hope I feel better and next week goes alright. With the Mammo and that. Okay enough of that. My uncle is doing goofy things. I guess I do goofy things and I don't have dementia. I heard about the peace deal with the US and Iran. I hope so. Making decisions in life. I know what you mean. I am disappointed in some things in life and things here. I will leave it at that and enjoy my 24 years. Thank you for the Merit Badge shower. I hope your brother's house sale goes well. I do drive by Mom's old house to see what he has done. I know it isn't my business now. That's nice Princess Catherine is going to Italy. If I knew her personally and was able, I would go with her. we are expecting rain later this week. Tomorrow, I am making a small turkey since it still cold here. I need some cheering up food.I hope you are feeling better. I hope I do, too. Xanax let me down last night but that happens sometimes. Have a good day. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Thursday. It is May 7, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and you slept well and feel better. I am not feeling my best, but it happens sometimes. My back hurts and I didn't sleep too much last night. Today, we are getting some much needed rain. Give Miss Bella a hug from me! My brother bought his new house yesterday, they settled so now it is his and he has two houses. Today the buyer is inspecting my brother's old house. I hope it all goes smoothly for him. I don't know where he gets the energy to do all of this. News. One day President Trump says he is ending the war. The next day he's threatening them if they don't live up to their agreements. Well, Iran never has been a country that keeps their word. They never have as far as I know. I like Marco Rubio. I hope he is the next one to run for the Republicans. Royals. I hope that Catherine is totally in remission and that is why she is going to Italy to sort of visit and celebrate. She still looks quite thin to me, but she smiles more and looks happy. King Charles sure looks better and better. It's amazing how much energy he appears to have. Today, I feel like I have very little energy and my back hurts. Life goes on. I keep picking at the decluttering thing, but am not making much progress. I hope to do more as time goes on. Take care and feel better! Have a nice Thursday! |
| Thursday. I slept good and I am doing better. I never feel perfect but things are alright. It is sunny., It may raintonight.I do hope your brother is happy with the house sale. Sounds like he is always busy. That's good. I see Stephen Colbert's show is coming to an end. Trump was behind that but I don't care. Johnny Carson and David Letterman were the best. I fixed the turkey breast today. Bella loves turkey. She ate a lot. It felt like Thanksgiving. I am going to write a story about a Princess Prince and unicorns and a dragon. I had thought about writing about Mary's divorce and her views from Downton but I don't know. I don't know if the war if off or on. I hope it will end. I watched the new Wuthering Heights movie.it was awful. I hate when you can't tell the thought and daydream scenes from the storyline. The scenes were blood and sex. Enough said. They ruined Wuthering Heights. If we get an earthquake it will be Emily Bronte shaking in her grave. I am going back to watching Pride and Prejudice. I need to clean the kitchen. I don't want to do anything. I do hope your back feels better. I am still tired. It will soon be the weekend. Have a good day. Hoping for better days. |
| Hi on Friday! It is May 8, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and you feel well going into the weekend and the weather is nice. Give my love to Ms. Bella Kitty! Yesterday, I felt so bad. I could barely walk across the room at times. Couldn't straighten up. Today is much different. I can walk and I appreciate it. I am so thankful to God for a day when I don't have that pain. It rained yesterday so I think I strained something in my back cleaning and then the rain and damp settled into my joints. I am grateful that today is better. I was able to go to the post office this morning, but that's all I'm doing. No heavy duty cleaning for a while. I will declutter one thing at a time. So, one book goes at a time. I hope all will go smooth for my brother. There are so many moving parts to selling and buying a house, as you and I know. He doesn't have to do this so it's a choice, but I do hope it all isn't too stressful. Rascal will have to get used to a new house, without stairs, like what he had with Judy before my brother had him. Lots of change for that little guy. News. One day I hear one thing the next day we are in a peace deal. Then it is threats then another deal. Iran is a bizarre country, still living in the past in the way they act. Royal Family. I hear now that Catherine goes to Italy for two days next week. At least that's something of a little getaway for her. She and William are more interesting to me than those other two creeps in California. Harry and Markle seem to be deteriorating rapidly, just doing the same dumb thing over and over. Charles and Camilla seem like the trip to the USA agreed with them. They appear to be rejuvenated. I hope that Charles helps other cancer patients to get the good treatment that he got. I also hope and pray that Charles and William are helping Meghan's father get good care. I have a feeling they helped him get back to the US from the Philipines. Quietly helped. I am mostly taking it very easy for a day or two. The sun is shining today and I am without that horrible pain so far. Thank God. Take care and have a lovely Friday! |
| Friday. Made it. I can feel for your back pain. Ever since I got arthritis, I never know what pain I will have. I don't hope you will feel better. That is nice that Charles and Camilla may have helped Meghan's father. She wasn't going to. What a selfish person. Harry and Meghan are awful. It is supposed to rain tonight.We are having left over turkey today. I did vacuum today. I have no pep today. I did a lot yesterday. Selling the house had a lot of issues.it took 6 weeks, something like that but it all worked out. Your brother will get his house sold and gwt it worked out. Will he be home enough to enjoy the house? He likes to travel. Rascal. He will adjust to a new house. Catherine in Italy. She will probably act like a regular person and not act like a Princess. I wonder if she is taking the kids. Iran and the US. I think Iran likes trouble and Trump is a bully and likes to fight. I don't know. Iran is bad. Reading the Bible. The middle east people were so mean. The good guys were Noah, Moses, Abraham David, Joseph Joshua and Jesus himself. Some of the women were good. All the wars and battles. I am not sure how nice the US people are anymore. Scary. Sorry to give a sermon. I pray everyday about the US and Iran. Thanks for the Merit Badge and Ribbon. Thanks for making my upcoming WDC Anniversary special. Later. |
| Hi on Saturday. It is May 9, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and you feel well. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! I didn't feel well in the night, but am better today, thankfully. I got up and took some Tylenol and that seems to have helped. Always something going on now, it seems. I guess that's because of the change in the weather or something. The buyers want something big $$ from my brother because of the inspection. I hope that it works out because he had that house inspected before he put it up for sale and supposedly every thing was great. I think it's even the same inspector a couple of months later so it makes no sense. I have always found real estate to be very high pressure and not fun. I don't think I could cope with the stress of moving now. I can barely manage to de-clutter. I am taking it very easy so as not to have back problems or leg problems, which seem to be popping up. Always something, it seems. I think I will watch P & P later today and tomorrow. I've been thinking of watching it for a while, but then I get on Youtube and I get distracted. News. I can't really understand what is going on. I hope for peace in the world. Give Peace a Chance. Gas here is very high now. Royals. They had the Trooping of the Colour today. Charles rode on horseback at the front of the parade, with Prince William behind him on horseback and Princess Anne behind William on Horseback. Then, Princess Catherine, Queen Camilla and the kids rode in a carriage. It's on Youtube on the Royal Family Channel. It was wonderful to see King Charles doing that. The horses were pretty. Charles really must be feeling a lot better to be able to do that. I just hope he isn't over-doing it. There were tons of spectators for the real royals. I hope that I get to see what Catherine wears on her trip to Italy next week. The Nancy Guthrie thing is getting close to 100 days she has been missing. No one seems like they are looking for her much, except for the youtubers. The FBI and the Sheriff are arguing so they didn't accomplish much. Well, I hope today is a good day. The weather looks to be nice here. Nice and not too warm. Take care, relax and enjoy your Saturday! Enjoy P & P if you go there today! |
| It is Saturday. I am sorry to hear you don't feel well. I hate nights like that. When you get 65 and older, you get discomfort. I don't act my age but I feel my age. My mother said to work through it so I try. I hope you feel better when the weather gets better. It is nice the Royals did the color troop thing. The Royals are a special family outside of the gruesome Harry and Meghan. I hope Charles has the strength to keep up with his royal duties. I cleaned the bathrooms and should do laundry. I watched Pride and Prejudice. I am half way through. I always do a dose of Colin Firth. I watched The Waltons today. They are up to when World War 2 starts when Pearl Harbor got bombed by Japan. Selling a house. The house inspectors were in a hurry and we had to wait on our workmen to schedule and do repairs. The other inspection said the house needed this and that. The repairman had the final say. I am still upset giving the buyer 15,000 for a new sewer. We got it sold but it was a headache. I don't care to go through it again. I hope your brother can soon put this behind him and he and Rascal will have beautiful new adventures in the new house. Pets have to adjust to a new house. My cat Tigger lived in 3 houses because we lived in our old principals house after the fire until we rebuilt. Tigger adjusted. I send warm wishes to your brother. Have a good Mother's Day. Thanks for all you do. Praying things get better. |
| Happy Mother's Day! It is May 10, 2026 and we move through May. I know i{{t is bittersweet this year and I am sorry. I am always thankful to God for the wonderful Mom that I had and I know you are too. We were truly blessed. Hope to be with them again someday.. I hope it is a good day for you and you are having a nice weekend! Here it is a nice day. My neighbor and I went to church. I hope that Bella is having a nice day! I had some devastating (for me) news. My neighbors on one side are moving. It will be good for them. And the other good news is that they won't be very far away. But they won't be next door and I won't see their pup in the window anymore when I come and go. He won't run to me and run in my house anymore when I call him. I cried and have cried about it, and couldn't sleep much, but I know I am being selfish. I have to pull it together because this is a really good move for them and they are wonderful people. They helped me a lot when Tom was dying. The economy is such that this is a good time. They rent now and the owner wants to sell the house next door to me, but they couldn't come to an agreement. They are moving to a larger house, I believe. I am afraid of who will move in next door. Between them and my brother, I am hearing a lot about new houses and moving stresses. It makes me feel so sad and lost, but that is because I do not do well with change. Never have. We moved here mostly for Tom both times. I do not think I could cope with a move on my own again or get anything better than what I have. News. I hope for peace, but I don't see that it's a done deal yet in either War. I guess they are working on it. Royals. Charles looked really peppy, riding the horse. Yesterday evening, to try and cheer myself up, I watched the first two episodes of P & P. It helped somewhat so that's good. Well, I hope it is a cherishing and loving Mother's Day for you! |
| I didn't go to Church today. I have sinus issues and being Mothers Day. I decided not to go. I am going to the cemetery tomorrow after my Doctors Appointment. I go see my Urologist. My son text me. My cousin said she cleaned out her sewer and she was wearing pearls. I had to laugh. I have folded up clothes wearing pearls. I cleaned out my dresser drawer. I had lost my Jane Austen hat that Mom crochet. Ray and I found it. Ray cleaned off his side of the dresser. Maybe I can get more cleaning done. Bella helped with the dresser drawer. She found a ribbon to play with. Trump is going to China. I pray he behaves. I pray the war ends. I did dishes and laundry. I am sorry your neighbors are moving. The dog may head back to your house and his old home. Let's hope he stays put. Selling and buying houses. I looked up online what houses go for and I would hate to buy a new house. I will stay in my house. Hope you had a good day. I am always thinking of you. We live each day as it comes. Have a good week. |
| Hi on Monday. It is May 11, 2026. I hope that your Doctor appt. went good and you feel well today. Sometimes, it takes me a while to recover from just visiting doctors offices. I hope everything goes smooth and you get to do what you want to do. Yesterday was rough. Some people were not nice or thoughtful and there is some mean in there, too, directed at me. But that is okay. Sometimes forgiveness is more of a challenge than other times. I saw something that said how someone treats others defines the person who is doing the mean thing. If someone is mean toward me, it doesn't define me, it defines them. How I take it defines me. So, I try for grace and maybe forgiveness at some point. Early days. Give Miss Bella Kitty a hug from me! This morning, I went to Lowe's. Then the post office, then Honey Baked Hams. Then the Grocery store that I like. So, I was out and about some. I will miss my neighbors being there, but this is better for them. I hope their pup will stay in his new yard better. I will miss seeing him in the window. It makes me feel sad that they will be gone, but I am happy for them, too. They need to own rather than rent. Renting makes no sense financially for young people anymore. The a/c guy is supposed to come and check my heat pump later today. I hope he comes when he said. It is overcast now, but not raining. I watched the rest of P & P yesterday. Love that production! NEWS. I hope for peace in the world and that everything goes good for the visit to China coming up. Royals. I hope that Princess Catherine has a nice visit to Italy this week. Hoping that today is nice and a good start to the week for you! |
| I saw my Urologist today. He refilled my prescription. I told him to send in UA Test Prescriptions to the hospital. I hope I don't need to do a UA Test. Coming home, the highways are messed up with construction work. Ray took me to get my Vitamin B12 Shot in the town almost city 35 miles away. I did manage to stop by the cemetery. We may go out tomorrow to a different town where we got our banking done. We can take the country roads at least. Wednesday. Mammogram Day again. I hope that goes well. Iran wanting the US to repair damage their country. Pay for the damages. I don't know if this war will ever be over. Trump going to China. How scary is that? I know you will miss the puppy. I missed Marty, my Game Friend's dog. That man she married cost her, her house, car and dog. I don't know why she wanted to get marry again. She had three husbands before him. They died. She promised me she is done with husband's. I hope the AC guy came and looked at your AC. Not much else is new. It was 71 Degrees. Have a good day. I am always thinking of you. Here's to a better world. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is May 12, 2026. I hope that it is turning into a nice week for you and you feel okay to get stuff done that you want to get done. I am grateful for all my blessings. Thanks for reminding me on the bad days that those blessings are still there to focus on. Give Miss Bella a hug and kiss from me. My brother is at Arlington Cemetery this morning laying his girlfriend's sister to rest. She was a marine. It took 16 months to get her in there, from when she died. Tom's took 15 months. They said his was delayed because of Covid. I don't know why this other one was delayed. My brother is doing a good thing there doing what she wanted. I hope it all goes well. Rascal (who was her dog that she left to my brother) is not allowed. I wish pets were allowed at Arlington, but they aren't. Rascal is such a blessing for my brother as he was for her. He left him staying with his neighbor. I hope that goes well. Fingers crossed!! I really think that the only thing that we can really count on is change. Things will change and people change, too. People will do what they need to do. The a/c guy came and he said it is ok for a 17 year old heat pump. I am not sure what that means, but am afraid to ask. He sold it to us in 2009. He said he works on another one that is 30 that is the same type of deal. He is nice and honest and Tom liked him and I like him. A friend told me that he came once and fixed her heat on Thanksgiving Day and did not charge extra. He is pleasant. We have our fingers crossed that if I change the filters like I need to that this will last. As you know, I hate getting new expensive things like that. My car is now 22 years young. I hate the idea of a new car. I am only just getting used to the new Washing Machine. The Dryer, I love. The Washing Machine sounds sort of like a combination of an earthquake and Niagra Falls. Noisy. News. One day I hear that the war is over. THe next I hear that Trump is threatening what he will do if they don't agree to what he thinks is right. So, I do not know, but every day I hope for peace. The Nancy Guthrie thing. I feel so sad for her and for those who genuinely loved her. 101 Days. Just unbelievable. Why that sheriff doesn't turn it all over to the FBI is beyond me. It's on him as well as the criminals who did this. Royals. Charles just looks better and better. I hope that he shares his treatment secrets with everyone. Wow. I hope that Catherine got good treatment, as well. I worry about her because she looks so thin. Once again, it is good to be thankful for blessings every day. Hope the week is going good for you and you get everything done that you want to get done. |
| I didn't sleep well last night. I am not looking forward to the mammogram tomorrow. I have arthritis discomfort. I hope things get better. I didn't watch any news. We are still at war. I hope good things happen for the world. Nancy Guthrie. I hope they find her alive and well. 60 some Degrees today. Going to rain tonight.Sorry the washing machine is loud. At night when I haven't fallen asleep I heard all types of noises in the house. Niagara Falls sounds. That would be loud. My dishwasher is noisy. Ray went to Walmart. He gets up some early My cousin has her two cats that look like Bella. So cute. I hope you are feeling well. Last summer I had arthritis issues. I want to be cheery . I still think of Mom. Maybe my cousin and I go out. I feel better when I go out. My soaps I watch are crazy. I dreamed about my one soap and I was yelling at the one character. Where did that come from? I hope your brother is able to visit you. I hope Rascal is happy staying with relatives. I hope things go well at Arlington for your brother. It's beautiful but sad at the same time. It gives people comfort who have people there. I know you find comfort from Tom being there. Have a good day. I am always thinking of you. Later |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is May 13, 2026. We move through May. I hope it goes okay for you with your test! I hate doing anything medical anymore. It ruins me for days somehow. It's like being defeated all over again by something that could care less about patients. Give Miss Bella my best! I am trying to have a positive attitude about things that are difficult. I do not want to make it worse than it is already by being a nuisance. When people are thoughtful and considerate it makes a big difference. News. I guess Pres. Trump is on his way to China or he is in China. I hope that they all get along well. I sort of think that will be the case for some reason, but I could be wrong. I am not sure who is the boss in that sort of meeting. Royals. I guess Princess Catherine is in Italy. She is doing something on Early Childhood Education there. It is only for a couple of days. I hope they treat her well. I have only been to one small part of Italy (San Remo) for a very short time, but everyone was nice back then. Everything went well for my brother yesterday. He said that Tom's area is full now and they have added an area way over the hill and that is where Judy was laid to rest. Rascal did well with his baby sitter. He only screamed for a short while at the beginning. I keep thinking about that thing that I heard that a person can only control what they say, not what others say and do. I think there is a lot of truth in that. Well, it is a nice day here. I agree that going out can really perk us up when it's a good outing and everything goes nicely. Take care and I hope that the day turns into an enjoyable one despite the medical test! |
| I went and got my mammogram. I had to get a ultrasound and it went well. I am good for a year. What a relief. I hadn't been sleeping well. It rained last night. It is going to rain this weekend. My uncle went to see the neighbor and the neighbor called my cousin. My uncle takes off with the car and ended up getting lost. He didn't know where he left the car. My cousin took off the things needed to start the car. It is so sad. I don't know what my cousin and aunt are going to do about him. It is so sad. It is cold. I woke up not feeling well but I had to keep going. I need to get brave and get in my husband's truck. I hope I can get into it. Since my past surgeries, it is hard for me to get in a truck. I saw Princess Catherine this morning on the news. She looked happy. She wasn't dressed all fancy. Trump. I worry what he will do next. I hope he behaves in China and he stops the war. It is hard not to say things at time when things aren't going well. Over the years, I had to keep from saying things when Ray's family and my family were acting stupid but I did it. Glad your brother's trip went well. Thanks for all you do. Not much happening. Later. |
| Hi on Thursday. It is May 14, 2026. We move through May. Glad to read that yesterday went well at the Doctor's. I hope things improve for your Uncle. That is such a hard thing for someone to give up driving, which represents independence for a lot of people. I know what you mean about getting in and out of vehicles. Sometimes it is really tricky. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty today and always! My neighbor took me to see their new house yesterday. It is lovely and it isn't far. Maybe about a mile, no more than that. I will miss them being here, but I see that this is much nicer for them and their pup. I hope that their pup will enjoy the larger house. I am happy for them. My phone lost almost all its charge in the night. I recharged it and now I am debating whether to go into Verizon. This phone is only one I got last October. Always something challenging going on. My brother might be coming today. I hope that he is so I can get my car inspected. But it will depend on how he feels. I do not want to be a burden to anyone. News. I hope that everything goes smooth in China and there are no temper outbursts. Royals. I saw that Princess Catherine got big crowds in Italy. I am happy for her. I hope she is well, but she looks way thin to me. Well, there is not much else to report. I am not looking forward to that empty house next to me, but I am trying my best to look on the bright side that this is best for them to have a larger house. Plus, they won't be backing up to a busy street anymore. Take care and I hope today is a good day to get things done that you want to do. |
| Its Thursday. I have tried to turn this into a good day. I feel good about yesterday so I am trying to have positive vibes. I will always have a medical issue but I am glad I am not facing a disease that requires treatments. We live each day as it comes. It is still chilly. The weather says 80 Degrees next week. I hate when friends move. If they have pets, you miss them, too. My Game Friend called. She is coming home next month. I will get to spend time with her. She is active but I can't be with my issues. We can do some shopping. I guess things in China went well. Taiwan issues. I hope we stay out of that one. We had the Vietnam thing. That was awful. I do hope your brother comes to visit. You can see the puppy. He has a bed at your house and treats. He has a good vacation resort. Things are quiet my way. I am glad summer is coming. Bella is up and down eating her lunch. She can't decide if she wants to go to bed or eat.It will soon be the weekend. Have a good day. I hope the world gets better. We just do our best. Enjoy your brother and the dog. Pets make us smile. I am enjoying my Merit Badge Shower. Thanks. |
| Hi on Friday! It is May 15, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you. I am trying to count blessings and look to the future. Can't deny that I am a bit down. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty. My brother and Rascal are here. That is nice - they are nice company. Hope to get my car inspected today and to drop the car off and pick it up. Also, I hope everything goes smooth for my neighbors with their move and for my brother with his move. Lots of moving going on. I went to Verizon yesterday and it wasn't impressive. I do not know about what Verizon is doing as far as local offices go. They are switching to something called Cellular Sales. I had to go two places to get something done and they didn't really have good answers for me. No one wants to help you when you have problems there. Thinking about switching to T-Mobile or ATT. Thinking seriously about it. We went and got subs for dinner. Rascal is a joy. He does his thing. I will go to say farewell to the pup next door. It wasn't that long ago that he ran all through my house. I didn't know that this was coming. We can't really have the two pups together because they get nervous. I watched the pup's walker walk him yesterday. That was hard. It will be okay or it won't. People say things that hurt feelings instead of trying to help one feel better. It is hard to not hear things when they are said. And to not get defensive, but I try. Rascal and the pup next door seem to like my house okay. This has been a rough week so far. But it is good to count blessings and remember that this too shall pass. |
| Friday. I tried to make it into a good day. I did laundry. Bella has been quiet. She can be so sweet. I have no ambition. I am glad your brother and puppy made it. Enjoy the puppy which I know you do. My cousin text she took her mother to the ER. My aunt. She was having chest pain. She had eaten a greasy sausage. My hitial hernia gives me issues like that. I take Carafarte. That helps. My uncle and his dementia. He isn't allowed to drive anymore. He won't be at Church. I can't get my aunt in my car. She has problems walking. I hope my cousin's sister takes them to Church. It is so sad. I can't do the things I used to. Thank you, arthritis. My aunt is alright. We had Verizon. They were charging me $25.00 a month for a Game App they kept running. Verizon said they fixed it. They didn't. We went to AT&T. Now, they are changing things and I have to go to AT&T to see how it affects my phone and me. Like seriously? I feel hurt by things on here. You give points and people don't deliver. I am keeping my points. I could say more but I won't. I have been here 24 years. I guess what I am doing is working. I don't feel important here lately. I will go forward. It is supposed to rain this weekend. I hope you are feeling good. I hope the world gets good news. we need it. Enjoy Rascal. Have a good weekend. Thanks for all you do. I hope you get a good phone service provider, Later. |
| Hi on Saturday. It is May 16, 2026. Friday was not good, but I will count my blessings. I sort of think that the Verizon situation is resolved for now. They irritate me, the way they behave, though. My company left already today. Rascal was a joy, as usual. My brother is eager to get back to his moving work so he hit the road early. I appreciate him making the effort to come at all. I really do. My car needs too much done to it. It is 22 and one month. I love my car. But I just spent a lot to fix it back in Feb and now, supposedly, it needs much more to even pass inspection, like thousands more upon almost 3 thousand in February. I will have to figure things out, I guess, but am overwhelmed. People do not always understand that I associate my mother, Tom and Boo with that car. So, it is more than just a good, reliable (for 22 years pretty much) car. I would have preferred for Tom and the car to have outlived me, but here I am, trying to cope. Give my love to Miss Bella today and always! I went over and visited with the pup next door that is moving. His house is on a big hill slope so it is challenging for me to navigate it, but I did it. I took him some treats. He usually sees me outside or I see him watching in the window. A couple of weeks ago, he got loose and I got him to come in and run around my house until his human could come and get him. It used to comfort Tom and me when we would see him there. I love him and his humans. So much change is happening around me, that it overwhelms me. But I do have choices. I have to remember to count my blessings of having 22 years of a really reliable Toyota Camry. I feel like if I go into a car dealership as a widow, I have a big sign that says "Cheat Me & Take Advantage of Me." It's been 22 years since I have done this activity of car buying for me. The last car for Tom was the Audi and we just paid for it up front in 2013 when he traded in his Toyota. I have never wanted to trade in my Toyota, but now it looks like that's where I'm headed. Then, there is the car repair place that changed ownership. I am not impressed with this encounter I had yesterday there. Not in the least. I am tired of dishonest car and phone interactions. News. I do not know what went on in China. Hopefully, they treated each other with respect. Who knows what's going on with Tariffs. I am afraid to know. Royals. Catherine looked like she got a good reception in Italy - big crowds came to greet her. That is nice. She always looks so elegant and poised. Well, not much else is happening, Thank God because I am not sure I could handle much else. Thankful for all the blessings, but I am sad about all the change going on. Sad and defeated. On here, I feel a bit lost at times. Trying not to let it bother me when I feel that way because I think it might be just a combination of things all at once and then me feeling generally confused about what is going on. We take it one day at a time. I hope this weekend is a good one for you! |
| Saturday. Sorry, your brother and Rascal left already. I wish I was ambitious. When I retired, I retired. I retired. I don't do a lot. My mother died. We shopped a lot. My cousin can't leave her parents very long. We want to go out. My friend comes home. I can go out then. I finally got brave and got in the truck. I slipped but didn't fall. Second time, I did it. I hope it rains{{ I hope Ray's brother will take him to take my car in to get new brakes. The car has to stay in the shop. Ray's brother works for one of the rich farm families and if it rainsthe farmers cant do mint and plow.We went for a ride in the truck. It's does ride nice. I don't like trucks. It's nice for a truck. I didn't drive. I only drove the trucks in an emergency. Ray had to bring the tractor from his Dad's farm in the winter and I would drive behind him and it was snowing. I drove the truck when he took the tractor to the farm shows. For now on, I drive the car to a tractor show. It's a farm thing. I get so down. I worry about things. I need to clean house. I hope to go to Church tomorrow. I pray for good things for all of us. I wish you lived next door so we could visit. I saw a clip of Princess Catherine. She looks beautiful and happy. Women buying a new car. Men try to cheat a single woman or widow when buying a car. I ordered a red mustang. They had a orange one come in and tried to sell me that one. They said they would take a hundred dollars off. I said no. I got my red mustang. We have to stand our ground. I know what you mean. I hope you get a nice salesman if you decide on a new car. Get what you want. Don't be bullied. I understand attachments to cars. I hope you will get to visit the puppy often. Hopefully, your brother will stay longer next time. Have a good day. Thanks for the Pemberly Romance Badge. I hope to finish up P&P. Later. |
| Hi on Sunday. It is May 17, 2026. The Movers are next door. I hope it is a good day for you. I did not go to church as I am too stressed with an upset stomach. It's what happens to me when I get anxious and stressed. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! I watched some advice things on the Internet. Everything upsets me. My brother advised me, but the advice on the Internet is different. I don't think he understands everything because he can't hear well. He is getting new hearing aids in the Fall from Medicare. My brother wanted to get home so he could do his moving things. That is understandable. I am grateful he came at all He helped me with my air conditioning filter. The thing is that I don't think I will ever have a better car than the one I have now. I am so torn now on whether to spend more to fix it. Oh well. I will go into the dealer and see what they say. Today is a hot day. It is nice with the sun shining, though. I try to do my best and that is all I can do. I am so lonely and lost sometimes and this thing with my neighbors moving really has me in a bad place. But I am thankful for all the blessings that have gone on and for God's loving kindness. I truly am. News. I hope we don't get in a big fuss with any more countries and I hope the wars get settled. Royals. Catherine's trip to Italy was a big hit. I didn't realize that she speaks Italian. That is so cool. She looked really happy in the pictures I saw from her trip. I am happy for her and I hope she feels stronger every day. Hope you have a nice Sunday and that you feel perky, no matter what is going on! |
| Sunday. I didn't make it to Church. I woke up with arthritis pain in other areas and sinus issues. The highway has traffic on both lanes and the intersection is closed down. I have to drive 10 miles out of the way. I don't know. I pray I feel better so I can go and just drive the extra distance. New cars. It is hard to buy a new car. They want to sell SUV's. They are making new Buicks in 2 years. Hopefully, they will work out. I don't want to get rid of my car. She is 9. She drives pretty good. I will keep her. I know what you mean. My sister broke her foot but it is healing. Arthritis is bad enough. It is windy and it got hot now. NO RAIN I guess it will happen when it happens. Bella is up wanting supper but it is too early. I will feed her in a half hour. I hope the world is quiet and the wars end. So sad. Trump got along with China and maybe something good will happen. Not much is happening. Have a good week. I am always thinking of you. |
| Hi on Monday. It is May 18, 2026. We move through May. I hope you feel better today and that the road has opened up. They have all sorts of roads closed around here this Spring. I got in a road block coming back from the post office. Give Miss Bella my love! Am having a tough time of it, but I am trying to think things through. As far as I can tell, my car runs good. It has a few scrapes and a little dent, but I still feel like it is one of the best cars we ever owned. It only has 129,000 miles on it after 22 years. I do not like the look of the brand new cars. I like mine because it looks sturdy and it doesn't have a lot of electronic nonsense on it. Then there is this. I paid it off 20 years ago. I do not want to be in debt or have a car payment again in my life. And, if my car runs good now why do I want to pay a lot for something that might or might not be as reliable. Who knows what problems the newer ones have. I hear that people want the older ones, (because you can get parts for them) and the mechanic wanted to buy mine then and there and she is leaving me messages on my phone already today, seemingly wanting my car. Sheesh! I don't feel right about how she did that, saying it would need a big steering wheel repair (that they did on it back in 2017 already) to the steering when I am having no problem except a little squeak. I will never in a million years sell it to her. I'll just keep it, insure it and never drive it again before I would do that. I am leaning toward taking it to the Dealer to be repaired and re-inspected. I don't know if they do good work now or not. It's all overwhelming to me. It supposedly needs new tires, new windshield wipers and some steering repairs. But, I feel sick when I think of going and shopping for cars. I hate the idea of driving a car I am not used to. My neighbors are moved out. That is so sad to me, too. No more doggie in the window for me. But I did manage an outing to the post office. Sometimes, I think I should just not go anywhere anymore. However, I have to get the car fixed and get it to somehow pass inspection. Fingers crossed. Counting my blessings that I even have a car to mess with I guess. News. I do not know if the war is over or not. It seemed like China went okay. No one was reported to have yelled at anyone else there. Royals. I love Catherine because she lifts people up. Also, it's obvious that Markle can't stand her, which makes me like Catherine even more. Take care and I hope your Monday is less upsetting than mine has been so far. |
| We did get rain It wasn't severe but it may storm tonight. The electric is on. That is good. So, I try to be thankful for each and every day. The Lord gives us a lot to deal with it. I am trying to deal with things. My car is in going for new breaks. The car is being dropped off tonight. It will be done sometime tomorrow. I hated making car payments. I know what you mean. You love your car. It is a connection to Tom and Boo. I get it. I hope they start building cars in pretty colors like they used to. Let's hope so. Sorry some lady is after you to buy your car and making comments. I hate that. You decide what to do and stick to it. I get it. Sorry the neighbors moved. I hate when people move out. I get it. You will miss the cute little dog but at least you will get to see him. Things are quiet on here. I am going to do my own thing here and not support others groups anymore. My Anniversary is Thursday and I feel down about that. I appreciate you always making my Anniversary special. Waiting for some more rain Ray went to Walmart. We need groceries every week. Bella wasn't scared of the storm. We did get a lot of rain earlier. Have a good day. Thanks for all you do. Later. I hope you get some answers about buying a new car.  |
| Hi on Tuesday. I hope it is a good day for you, this May 19, 2026. My Internet has been out for a few hours, but now it appears to be back. I will try and be quick posting this, just in case. The Internet was out for several hours yesterday, too. They gave me a hard time on the phone yesterday, but not today. I guess it depends on who you get at Spectrum. Give Miss Bella my love! If I can't get online on your anniversary (online) I will figure something out. My phones do not seem to require any Internet so far, just power to be charged. It has been really hot here, in the 90s, which may be the reason for the outages. It's kind of unusual to be happening two days in a row. I am trying to get some answers on things from paperwork and from the Insurance guy. It seems like there is always stress. I do not know any news because I haven't been online. I have been reading the book, Betrayal by Tom Bower on my Kindle. So far, it's holding my interest so I'm glad I got it to read. Hope your day is a better one today and you feel well. Sometimes on here things don't go how we like, but then they unexpectedly turn around and nice things happen. I hope you have nice things happen and positive things, too. |
| Sorry you are having internet problems. I hate when that happens. Hopefully, it will get fixed and you aren't without it. It hasn't rained yet. It is trying to. I am better some days then others. I am waiting for my car to be done. I get all anxious about things. I don't know much news. I think Nancy Guthrie's case is on hold. It is their way of saying there is no news and thry have better things to worry about. I still pray for her. We ordered a new storm door. The old one is all dented up. I guess it will be in Friday. I appreciate all your Blog comments. I don't always have a lot to say when I blog. It is 80 Degrees. Summer is trying to make it. Our light in the bathroom is acting up. You know it is always something. Ray's brother knows about electric so he can ask him. Bella has been up running around. I wish I had her pep.Thanks for all you do and thinking of me. Praying for better days. |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is May 20, 2026. I hope things turned out good for your car and that today is a good day for you and your lighting gets fixed. Hope you feel well and not anxious. I know how that feels and it is hard. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! I am thinking and debating what to do about my car. Still am thinking about it too much. Now, I am pretty afraid when I drive it. But that is because of people trying to scare me, I recognize that. Hopefully, I will get past it. Do not want a new car because I don't want to drive a lot and I don't think I have a lot of driving left in me. Hate driving now so I do as little of it as I can. Used to love it, but times change. News. I hope and pray for the wars to be over and things to settle down. Princess Catherine did well on her trip. I am reading in the book Betrayal by Tom Bower. Harry and Meghan are even worse than I thought, but the other royals look better by comparison. Meghan made a fool of herself rushing to Geneva to make a speech that very few people listened to. But the media loves Meghan because she stirs things up. Am hoping my Internet stays on, but I will post this now and keep it short just in case. Take care of yourself and have a lovely day before your anniversary! Fingers crossed that my Internet keeps working!! |
   Thank you for the Anniversary gifts. Tomorrow it will be 24 years since I have been here. It has been a good run with some bad moments. Life isn't perfect.We got rain last night.Ray saw his shoulder doctor. He doesn't need surgery. He got a cortisone shot. He needs to go therapy. He needs to slow down in the shop. I am better today. We picked up the car and getting in the truck, I bumped my foot and that hurt. Hopefully, I will be alright. I dislike orthopedics more then all doctors. I hope your internet is alright. Phones and internets are our life line to the world. Traffic on the country roads is awful. We did see some baby goats and a pretty brown  horse.Harry and Megan again. They love being in the news. We watched Rod Stewart night. He can't sing like he used to but I love the songs he was singing. I pray for the wars to be over. I worry we will have World War 3. Let's hope not. They messed with the seat in my car. I am short and I have to have it a certain way. I hate adjusting my seat. Bella gets too close to the door when we come home. We need to knock on the door before we open it. She is something else.Have a good day. Thanks for all the Anniversary wishes. I am always thinking of you and praying. Later. |
| Happy 24th Account Anniversary and Happy Thursday!! May 21, 2026!! I hope it is a really good day for you and things are positive and nice all the way through! I am so happy to read that Mr. Ray does not need surgery! Yay!! Give Miss Bella Kitty a hug! I am trying my best to cope with what gets thrown my way. Praying for all the wars to be over and peace to be what's in store for the world. Hoping my Internet works long enough to post this. I just hope and pray you have a wonderful day of celebration and fun!! |
My WDC Anniversary is great! Thanks for spoiling me. WDC has been the best part of my day.   I was at the ER. I broke a bone in my foot. I am wearing a orthopedic shoe. Getting in Ray's truck. I twisted my foot. Everyone was nice in ER. I like the ER Doctor. I got a UA done. I hope I am better in 2 weeks. It is 82 Degrees. No rain I watched Survivor for 3 hours. They didn't pick the one person I wanted to win the 2 million dollars. I love Jeff Probst! They changed the rules. The fans did the choosing this year. Princess Catherine looked beautiful on TV this morning. I hope your internet is working. Cher is 80 today. I love Cher. I hope you are feeling good. I want to. We had to wait on a train today. At least there is no construction by Hooterville Hospital. They have been good lately. Thanks for all the Anniversary wishes. I feel down about things and I do have friends here. Have a good day and almost weekend. Praying for better days. Later. |
| Hi on Friday! It is May 22, 2026. I hope your foot is feeling better and you aren't hurting too much. Hopefully they gave you some good pain medication to help. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! I don't watch network TV anymore. I just watch youtube podcasts. I like The Interview Room. I am glad your anniversary was fun and a bright spot! Yay! You are a guiding light on the site for so many! I hope that the wars get settled soon. Also, I hope Princess Catherine stays healthy. I am not feeling that perky today so I will close, but I am wishing you a nice day after your anniversary! Hope you know how much your friendship and kindness means to me! |
| Hey! I still have foot pain. I called for a follow up appointment. I had to pick a location to see him. I don't know why they can't just have one office. It will be in 2 weeks. I hope I will be better by then. I had to pick up 2 of my rugs. I was afraid I would fall over them. I haven't watched much news. I hope the world is quiet. It is supposed to be summer but it is still cold. Ray bought ne hope a Burger King meal with the new Baby Yoda Star Wars Cup. It is plastic and pretty. I appreciate the Anniversary Gidts from everyone. It brightened my day. I need to fold up laundry. I will get it done. Bella jas been affectionate. I guess she feels sorry for me.Ray bought a new Grill today. We want to have a cook oit for Memorial Day My cousin is in Michigan. Her sister is watching their parents. She is thinking about having a care giver coming in 2 or 3 times a week. I think that will be a good idea. I am trying to be cheery. This foot pain is worse then anything. I hope it heals soon. Have a good weekend. Thanks for all you do. Praying for better days. |
| Hi on Saturday. Memorial Day Weekend. May 23, 2026. I hope and pray that it is a good day for you and the healing has started with your foot. Take it as easy as you can! Give Miss Bella a hug from me! I am trying my best to carry on. Some people that I know have not been nice, but others have. I try not to bother or burden anyone. Hopefully, soon, I will feel well enough to drive to get groceries as I am running low. Maybe Monday or Tuesday. Otherwise, I do not know what I'm going to do about the car. I am losing weight from stressing and my stomach is upset a lot. I cannot do church tomorrow as I cannot jump up and go. A break sounds nice for your cousin. That is smart and hopefully, she will get some rest. I know that is so hard to have that situation. I try my best to carry on, but sometimes, it feels like everything is going against it. I feel very disappointed in some areas. This morning, I made myself some tuna pasta and it tastes good. It will give me meals for a few days. I don't know the news. I want all the wars to end. Charles did good while he was here. I liked his speech. I hope he is getting good care and they don't have any more false reports about him. I heard there was one early in the week that wasn't true. That's the media for us. Take care. I hope and pray that you will heal fast and your foot will feel much better soon. |
| Saturday. I still have healing to do. I would like to feel well any day now. I am waiting on my dishwasher to get done. Ray is putting the new Grill together and it isn't going well. I hope he takes it easy with his shoulder thing. He doesn't rest much. It rained last night.I won't be going to Church for awhile. I can't get around right now. I pray things get better. Ray vacuumed for me. I am using the cane in the house. I have to manage I am watching The Waltons. Memorial Day Weekend. I hope the world will be quiet. I hope we can get 3 days of peace. We deserve that much. I hope you are feeling good. Since my arthritis I can't do what I want but with this broken foot I am useless. I hope this passes. Bella has to be reminded to stay out of the way. She is ambitious.I guess Ray is making progress on the grill. He wants to grill tomorrow. Hopefully, it won't rain I have done a few reviews today. Things are quiet here. The one member here loves wolves like I do. She makes beautiful wolf Trinkets. Have a good day. I hope good things come your way. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Sunday. It is May 24, 2026. Memorial Day Weekend. The Start of Summer. I hope that you are taking it easy so you can heal and feel much better as time goes on. Give Miss Bella Kitty a hug from me! I did not go to church because I didn't feel up to it, but I watched the sermon on live streaming from my church. It is Pentecost Sunday. I do not feel well. I stayed in bed a long time for me. But I finally came downstairs and fixed myself something to eat. Things have disappointed me greatly. I am sort of shattered at the moment. However, it helped to watch some things about Arlington. Trace Adkins has a beautifull song about it on Youtube. I watched some of the ceremonies and remembered that I got Tom into there and with God's help it got done. It was not easy. I just hope that, if he can, from where he is, Tom will give me some help now and then. I saw some news about changes that I did not understand. It doesn't apply to me, but it makes life more difficult for some people. I do not get why they do that with people who are following the rules now anyway. I just hope they find a way to end the wars that Israel can live with. Royals. Mike Tindall (Princess Anne's son-in-law) was quoted as saying he used to like Harry when Harry was fun or something like that. I wonder when Harry was ever fun. Hard to imagine now that he wants to give rude speeches lecturing everyone. I do believe that the royal family (mainly King Charles) helped Thomas Markle to get back to the U.S. quietly. Yay for them, if they did that. How else could he have done this? I wonder. I think about Nancy Guthrie and I am so sad. There are fake people on youtube trying to use the whole thing to get themselves attention. So disappointing, but this month of May has brought a lot of deceit and cruelty to my doorstep and to my attention. Poor Savannah and poor family that love Mrs. Guthrie. How hard life can be sometimes. Very sad. Some days, like this weekend, I feel so alone. But then I watch the stuff at Arlington and I feel comforted so that is nice. At least that helps some. I hope today goes good for you and the grill gets assembled for the cookout tomorrow. Take care of yourself and rest as much as you can! |
| Start of summer. I hope I can enjoy it. I hope my foot heals and I don't need anything else done. I am wearing the brace to bed. I did okay with it last night. We got rain this morning.The war with Ukraine and Russia is still going on. The war with Iran may be ending.it is like whom do we believe? The cook out is on for tomorrow. The new Grill is all assembled and ready to go. I am watching Charlie's Angels. Hart to Hart is next.I like Aaron Spelling Shows. He had kids late in life. He has a 3 million dollar mansion. Bella has been sleeping. She is up now. I changed the trash. I feed Bella I just can't do extra house cleaning right now.I do hope you will find things to make you feel better. I need that. I watch my shows and pray. I am relaxed in my chair. My chair helps. Ray went to Dollar General and bought home Marie Collander Chocolate Cream Pie. Looks like it is still raining. Have a Happy Memorial Day. Thanks for all you do.Have a good week. |
| Hi on Monday, Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, the start of Summer. I hope you have a nice cook-out on your new grill. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! I am watching the ceremonies from Arlington Cemetery. This makes me feel closer to Tom. It is where I will be eventually if all goes well, but the main thing is Tom there and things like this honor him in his final rest. I have been so worried and sad and scared. But I have to remember that the worst has happened and I stepped up and did what was right. Not everyone did that, but I tried my best and I was there for him. The rest is just kind of horrible, but it's not the worst. I live with the worst. Had a hard time getting up and moving today. Still haven't gone downstairs. But I am enjoying the ceremonies. I hope that the wars are ended soon. Also, I hope that Princess Catherine and William come to visit the USA this summer. That would be a positive thing between our countries! Hope your foot is feeling better! Enjoy your cook-out!! |
| Its Memorial Day. I had a hard time getting up. I am not using the cane. I got a few things done. Ray and I had our cookout. The new Grill worked out well. We have dinner for tomorrow, too. My daughter-in-law text me until midnight last night. We watched Tora. Tora. Tora. Just in time for the Pearl Harbor attack. We watched The Longest Day. I don't care for that movie. It's cloudy but 82 Degrees. Glad you got to watch the Arlington Ceremony on YouTube. Bella was rowdy before I went to bed. I don't know why. This morning she didn't like her food.Ray gave her something different. She was happy. I thought I slept good but now I don't know. I get tired. My uncle was getting strange about his sugar. So, my cousin was in Michigan and came home. She was going to have a cook out for her parents. I worry what is going to happen to the world and us personally. I am doing dishes. I need to clean the kitchen. I think I heard fireworks the other night but maybe it was sky quakes. I don't know. Sky quakes are like thunder. I read that Native Americans heard them and they were spirits reshaping the earth. Lewis and Clark heard them. There are reports of all kind of undefined flying things. Are aliens trying to help us or trying to figure us out? I wonder. Hope your Memorial Day went well.  Later. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is May 26, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and your foot is getting better. Your cook-out sounds nice. I used to love it when we would grill. Give my love to Miss Bella! I hope that things settle down and all is well.Yesterday, I enjoyed watching the ceremonies from and some videos about Arlington Cemetery. I appreciate that the President went there and laid a nice wreath. Tom would have liked hearing about that, I hope he could see it all. This morning, I was scared to death, but I drove to get my groceries. So far, so good. I think the person was trying to scare me to death in order to buy my car from me cheap. She really seemed interested in buying the car she wanted to criticize so much. I have been so frightened, but I went to the closest grocery store and all was okay so far. I have to wait for my brother to get back to get the car in for another inspection. As far as I can tell (which isn't far, I'm no mechanic) it runs well. I don't really get what the point was of doing that to me. My neighbors who moved may bring their puppy over to see me soon. I would love that if he visits me. I do miss seeing his face in the window, guiding me home. I feel so lost and abandoned sometimes. I do miss all of them. Someone else I know just outright lied to me. Don't get the point of that either, but it isn't the first time. This sort of nonsense tires me out. I did the right thing but I also gave something away for scrap that I didn't want in my house. I waited a long time to do that. I have got to believe that was the right thing to do. I do what I do and make the effort I do to forgive for Tom's sake only. He was a lot more inclined that way than I seem to be. But I am trying to do better with making attempts to reach out. News. I hope for peace, but I keep hearing things that lead me to believe we aren't there yet. Royals. I hope that King Charles is doing okay since he stopped his cancer treatments. I am not sure if that was a temporary stop or something more permanent on his part. Hopefully, he will look better and better. He did so well on his trip here recently. Well, there isn't much else going on. I enjoy watching things on youtube. I really enjoyed seeing the history of Arlington and seeing how they take care of the grounds there and the trees. I am so thankful that the car worked today. I guess that is a day to day thing for now. Take care and enjoy your day! |
| Made it to Tuesday. I woke up and I have pain. I get around and do better. I read it could take 6 weeks to get better. I pray I will do better. Ray went to Walmart. He gets up so early. Covid changed things. Thats for sure. I am hurt by some members here. You do something for them and they don't what they promised. I won't deal with them anymore. New contests. I can't do different poem formats. Game Of Thrones. I don't think I can do that anymore. Same with Alice In Wonderland. I am just going to add a story or two if I get an idea. I won't be making plans until I find out how things will go with my health issues. I hope King Charles will be doing alright. Treatments are so hard for illness. My cousin is busy with her parents. I feel so down. Bella has been affectionate.Ray has been busy outside. He needs to take it easy. We have been promised 80 Degrees weather all week. When my friend comes home from Mississippi, I hope we can do a couple of trips to go shopping.I need to find out when I can drive again. Have a good week. Praying for better days. |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is May 27, 2026. May is almost a memory. I hope today is good and your foot is healing good. Hope you are taking it nice and easy. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! I think that the whole Covid experience changed a lot of things. We had to adapt to what they wanted us to do. Then people turned on each other. I don't think it brought out the best in our leaders. The health care system failed miserably and everyone who dealt with it could see that was the case. I feel very sad and depressed right now. Plus, feeling alone is much worse. I hope your friend gets there so you can do things. I think that is important to have that. Most of my friends have moved away or passed away or are too ill to do much. I guess that's the way life works. People don't always keep their promises and commitments for a lot of reasons. On here, I don't expect much and am pleasantly surprised when people do the right things. There are those who do still try. This holiday week is difficult because of a number of reasons, but it was also a reminder that I got Tom into Arlington, the nations most hallowed ground, with God's help. That sorted of lifted me up. I just have to figure out how to go forward on my own, but that's been the case for a while. I don't think I'll ever get used to it. Life is challenging sometimes. Someone (in real life) let me down yesterday, but I think it was unintentional. Or maybe miscommunication. I'm trying to see things that way. On the site, now I forget things. I sign up or buy and then forget. Maybe that is a blessing for me that I don't pay attention so when someone does what they said it's a nice surprise sometimes. News. Once again, I hope for peace, but I don't see it on the horizon. I sort of think the Middle East will find a way to economically sort themselves out, pushing Iran out. Ukraine is another matter. I don't know about Ukraine. Royals. William did a few interviews. He is so much more likable than Harry. I wonder if that is true in real life. Catherine looks happier than Markle, despite what she's been through. Somtimes, I wonder if happiness will find me again. I see glimpses of it once in a while and I am thankful for a lot of things. We go on our way. I hope today is a nice day for you and things go smooth. |
| Its Wednesday. I still have pain. I am trying to deal with things. Ray turned down shop work. His shoulder has to rest. If he needs surgery, I would have to help him. I hope to recover. I need God's help. I try not to whine. They say God has a plan for us but I am trying to figure out his plans for Ray and I. I pray. We won't be getting rain for awhile. 80 Degrees the next few days.I didn't know they let wives be buried at Arlington. That gives you comfort. We finished up left over cookout food. William and Catherine will be great at being King and Queen. Iran and the US. I am about ready to give up. I lost faith in Trump. I want to rearrange my Port. If Game Of Thrones comes up, I will probably join again. It is a lot but now I am thinking about it. Call me crazy. I understand about you being disabled. I hate not being able to do things. I got my kitchen. clean. Ray helps me. Bella I stepped on her tail. I felt bad. She is okay.People let us down. Online here and in life. I will just write here and not do contests except GOT. Most members are great here. I am not saying anymore. I don't get how members expect you to do something for them but won't do it for you. I share my Awardicons and Badges. Like Elsa, I am going to let it go and move on. I am thankful for you. Have a good day and thanks for commenting on my blogs and letting me whine. Praying for better days. Hugs. |
| Hi on Thursday. It is May 28, 2026. I hope that it is a good day for you and your foot feels better and Mr. Ray feels better, too. It is nice that you help each other through health challenges. Give Miss Bella a hug from me! Yesterday, I cleaned the floor downstairs and did laundry. I also went to the post office. I found out someone else has a car inspection issue and apparently the car is having trouble being fixed. It is a much newer car and the person has a loaner. It is outrageous that they can't seem to fix her car. When I drive my car, it puzzles me because it seems alright like normal. I wonder what I am missing. This person I talked to has had a loaner for a while. At least I do not feel so singled out and alone with the problem now. I am not sure if anyone will help me with this. I have trouble sleeping, worrying about it. Yesterday, I was disappointed again, but now I am thinking I need to move on and try to look at it in a more positive light. Things I do not understand often end up being different than what I imagined. There is a whole lot that goes on at the other side of things. I think it is good that you will do Game of Thrones. I hope you have fun with it. I could not begin to do that now because of all the challenges I have now that I did not have before. I think someone has been angry at me for many years because I said no to an invitation to be on a team when it all began. I will watch it from a safe distance and root for you and your team. And everybody to do well. Sometimes, in the past, I got some nice reviews during Game of Thrones so it's all good to me now. Yes, I can be put in with Tom at Arlington. I think maybe I just get prayers, not the whole honors, gun salute, taps and ceremony. Just prayers are fine with me if I can be with Tom. He is in the Columbarium. My brother's second wife is interred at Arlington with a space for him in there. He is the Veteran and she wasn't, but she got set in there like I hope to be. She passed away in 2013. I have an Aunt (my Dad's sister) and Uncle there, as well as my cousin's husband, who are already there. News. Trump is still working it out with Iran, I guess. I don't think Iran's leaders care about their people. I sort of think that they will be defeated economically by the other Arab States swooping in and taking advantage of the situation. Royal Family. Kinsey Schofield did a report where she said that Camilla isn't well. I think Tom Bower sort of confirmed it. I could see that she's struggling at times. I really think that her health is worse than Charles, but she's holding it together for him. I believe she is a little bit older than he is. When they came to the US in April, I thought that she looked tired some of the time while Charles seemed perked up. I don't know how they look now, but they did a good job on their trip. I hope William and Catherine (or at least William) will come in July. I like watching the ceremonies and, of course, they might go to Arlington again to lay a wreath. I do enjoy that. I mostly watch Youtube - The Interview Room, The Lab and Monks Intrigue. Plus the royal stuff. I might take a peek at Young Sheldon again soon. Do love the show - he's so cute! Take care and I hope the sun is shining for you and you feel better each day! |
| Another day. Ray and I changed the sheets. We put summer sheets on the bed. They are the new sheets. Bella had to help. I am glad I still can do things. My foot hurts. I am doing what I can to rest and be patient. 70 some Degrees. It is going to be 70 to 80 Degrees for a week or more. There are so many local shootings and fires lately. Unreal. A police officer was shot by Lake Michigan and he is part of the Canine Unit. The dog wasn't with him. On the news today, the dog got to visit him in the hospital. The dog was happy. I don't know what Trump is going to do about the war. I pray the wars end soon. I guess that's all we can do. I do hope you will feel better. I get so down too. My friend called me last night. It was good to talk to her. She said she wants to buy a house in Indiana but she she has to decide where she lives. Mississippi or Indiana. I just hope I can spend time with her next month. Not much going on. I hope to get brave and go out next week besides going to the Doctor. I haven't left the house in a week. Have a good day and almost weekend. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Friday. It is May 29, 2026. I hope that it is a good day for you and you can see improvement as your foot is healing. I hope it will really start getting so you can see good progress as you go along. I finally got the date that my brother will be here in June. So, I could call the dealership and make an appointment, which I did. I am definitely getting all new tires and windshield wipers. Beyond that, I will do whatever they say it needs for me to fix it for the inspection process. The car drives nice like always. What am I missing, I keep wondering? Tom and I have always tried to maintain the car, it's why it's gotten us this far. But it doesn't sound or drive weird. I guess time will tell me what's what and hopefully, I will get an honest evaluation this time that will either confirm or move on. I moved my primary care doctor appt to end of July in order to focus on the car. I hope that God will help and guide me to do the right thing. I seem to be losing weight from the stress. Food doesn't really appeal to me that much. I get pains, but I think I know why. People have not been considerate, but maybe it is other things that are on their minds. I have to do better at forgiving and moving along myself. I see things and I realize that I do not have the energy to get on board to figure things out. Maybe I will get it once the car is taken care of. For now, the song, "Let it Be" keeps running through my mind. News. I saw a bit of Jill Biden's interview to sell her book. Whatever it takes, I guess. Royals. I keep seeing that Harry and Meghan are out of moola. I don't see how that is possible unless their money situation was exaggerated all along. Gee, I wonder who would do that. I know what you mean about leaving the house. The more I stay put the more anxiety I get about leaving. But, so far, forcing myself to go to the po and close by grocery have helped me to not feel so anxious and depressed. For a while at least. It is hard being confined. Well, I hope that you are starting to heal and that you get a little stronger and feel a bit better every day as we move into summer. Have a lovely weekend! |
| Friday. The weeks go by fast. I am getting through my days. I see my foot Doctor next week. I just hope he can answer all my questions. I didn't sleep good last night. I go to sleep in the chair and Bella won't settle down.I don't know.i try not to take Xanax too often. Arthritis is acting up all over since I broke my foot. I am glad you have your date for your car inspection. I am glad your brother is coming to visit. You can see Rascal. Ray isn't doing much shop work. He can get his shoulder to heal. I wish I could go out more and my cousin was free to go with me. The roads are full of construction. I can't drive for awhile. I hope the roads get fixed. I do hope people will be nice to nice to you and things go smoothly. We live each day as it comes. I hope summer holds good things. News. A rocket tester blue project something blew up. No one got hurt. At least it was just a tester thing. Have a greatweekend. I don't have much to say. Praying for better days. Thanks for listening. |
| Hi on Saturday. It is May 30, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and your foot feels like it is getting better. It is hard being confined. I am confined by my fears here a lot. Give Miss Bella a hug from me! Some people have not been kind. And then there are those who are deliberately mean. But some are really nice. My Yard guy came yesterday. I told him about what is going on with my car and he was very supportive. He thinks the place I went that they are crooks. He talks to a lot of people in his yard thing and he has a full time job at a big place. He told me what to watch for with the car, but I turned it on and he looked at it and he said it's fine. He thinks it is a good idea that I am going to the dealer to get it re-inspected and get new tires. He said the dealer might be a little high, but they are not going to phoney it up for the inspection to get the car. I hope that he is right. I told him that the crooked mechanic wanted to buy it and I told him how much she offered me. He said he would buy it from me for a lot more, but he thinks I am right to try and fix it and keep it. He has a lot of vehicles. That is when he told me she is a crook. I do not have an interest in a new car. I just don't care that much about whether the car has this or that doo dad. I just want it to get me to and from a few places, the post office, grocery store, doctor and pharmacy. Short distances. I do not drive on the highway and I do not go fast, which is why I try to get out and back early in the day. My neighbors are still moving out of their house. The movers they hired were not good. I think someone is over there cleaning today. It is painful to see them leave, like reliving it over and over. Sort of emotionally tough for me. I don't think that they will miss me, but I already miss them. But it is good for them to get a nicer house since they are younger. It seems like there is a lot of change in the air. I got an email saying that the main minister at my church is leaving. The female reverend just left a month ago. This guy is the head guy. Now, there is just this other guy who I don't always understand when he does the sermon. It seems kind of confusing. My brother will come after another week and then we will see to getting this car issue thing fixed. My brother settles on the house he is selling on Tuesday I guess. This weekend, he is also cleaning his old house and getting the remainder of things moved. I will try my best to limit my comings and goings until my brother can help me. I walk with a cane so I don't fall. Sometimes, it is so hard to get around and so tiring. But I will keep trying to do my best and I will be honest even when people try to cheat me. The whole thing just makes me feel a bit lost and sad. I do miss Tom being here because he was a good balance to my fears and he always knew what to do with car things. At least I feel now like there might be some hope. News. I wonder if the war with Iran will ever end. I wonder why the people of Iran don't rise up at some point. They seem to want the US and Israel to do it all for them. Sometimes, enough is enough. Royals. I think a lot of what I see reported is made-up. It seems like the same old stories are spread every year in cycles. Now, there is the rumor that Charles wants to make up with Harry. Based on what I saw when Charles visited the U.S., he has more sense than that. I wonder if any of the rumors are really true at all. Time will tell I guess. Take care and take it easy. I hope you can get some nice rest at some point this weekend! |
| It is Saturday. I am trying to get better. The sun is shining. They say we may get rainnext week. We need it. I do hope everyone will be fair with you if you sell your car. New cars. They are hard to find. I won't be driving for awhile. I can drive with my good foot but I will just have Ray take me. The ER doesn't tell you all you need to know so I will see my Doctor. I will ask him the questions. Back to your car. You are getting it inspected again. I hope they tell you what needs to be fixed. I hope you can trust the mechanic. Your brother will brother to help you. The Royals. I would rather have King Charles instead of Trump but I don't live in England. I wonder if the war with Iran will ever be over. It is like tag. You're it. I cleaned the kitchen. I try to work on things little by little. I hope your neighbors will visit you often and bring their sweet dog to visit you. I hope the car thing goes well. I know what it means to have fears and doubts. I have those. I am praying all the time. Bella just got back up. I have to remind her not to lay on my foot. We may get take put pizza tonight. Have a good day and weekend. I am always thinking of you. |
| Hi on Sunday, It is May 31, the last day of May 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and the healing is underway. Give Miss Bella my best! My neighbor and I went to church in my car and, thankfully, all went smooth. The yard guy told us it was okay and it was so far. He said that repair shop I went to is a bunch of crooks and he is going to spread the word. I do not really want a new or different car. But I have been terrified to drive my car since she said what she did. She sure wants to buy my car that she says is worth something. I am done with her and that repair shop. So, I will go in a week or so when my brother can come. I will see what the dealership says. But I will get new tires and new windshield wipers no matter what. I am thankful to God for safe journeys so far. I am thankful that my yard guy seems to know what is what with vehicles. He has a bunch of them so I guess that makes sense. I am not sure what my neighbors, who are moving, will do. It is sort of puzzling, but right now I think they are very busy with getting it all together, much like my brother is with all his moving logistics. To tell you to the truth it breaks my heart that they are moving. But I know that isn't the attitude I should have. I am happy for them, but sad for me. Going to church today was a good thing because it helps me sort out my feelings and thoughts. I guess I will have to figure out how to forgive the crook at the repair place, but not yet. I am so over change. I hate change. The head minister is retiring in the fall. More change that needs to be endured. News. I hope and pray for peace, but who knows what will happen. I don't pretend to know or even suspect anymore. Royals. I like William and Catherine and I like that Charles and Camilla came for a visit. I am done with those two knuckleheads in California. I still watch Royal Gossip because they are about the only celebrities who interest me. I hope today is a good ending to the weekend. Also, I hope you enjoyed your pizza. I am thanking God that I was able to drive my neighbor and me to church this morning. Yay! |
| Last day of the month and we move into June. We need rain I wish my foot was healed. I was better last night. I hope things go well with the foot doctor Friday. I am not putting up with rudeness from orthopedic xray people. I pray I don't have to. I don't blame you for changing mechanics. I am tired of mechanics and how they take their time. I hope things go well with your car.  I am glad Church went well. My minister usually calls when she hasn't seen me in a while. She moved and her phone number is someone else's so I can't call her. I feel like my friends and family have deserted me. They know where I am. I watched Barry Manilow. He has some songs I really love. Bella had a upset stomach but she ate good later and was running around.Ray is out spraying weeds. I promise myself I am going to clean bathrooms and do some writing. Why was summer more fun when you were a kid? I guess we had no responsibilities and school was out so we could relax. As adults, responsibilities never go away and we get health issues. Things are quiet on here. I did a few reviews. I hate change. At my job, there was always change. I hope my life goes back normal. Have a good week and I hope June is great for all of us. Thanks for all you do. Praying for better days. |
| Hi on Monday. It is the first day of June 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and your foot is improving. Hope the warmth of summer helps you to get better and better. Give my love to Ms. Bella Kitty! Well, it has not started out good here, this June. This morning I got into my car to drive for groceries and it made a weird noise. Not in the steering, but underneath like something scraping. I didn't go for groceries, I turned around and came back home. So, I called the dealership I am going to and moved the appointment up to tomorrow morning, which means I won't have help since my brother doesn't want to come until the weekend. I might have the car towed. The lady told me what it probably is and that it probably won't hurt it to drive it - it's some sort of cover loose on the bottom, probably from hitting a bump going to church. I am so terrified of all this. If I am shaking too hard in the morning, I will call AAA and have it towed. Then what, I do not know. I hate to be a bother, but Tom and I have always helped others. Still, I hate it. I hope I can drive okay to the dealer, which is about 5 miles away from my house so not far. Then will I be able to get home okay is the question. I am so worried and frightened of all this. My neighbors on the one side are totally gone as of yesterday. They hugged me and were kind and said they would miss me. I hope it all goes well for them. They are close by, but I hesitate to bother them as they are still in the middle of the moving process. My brother settles on his house today, but he is all moved into the new one. I hope it all goes well for him. If I don't get here tomorrow, it's because I am probably trying to find my way home from the dealership. What a nightmare. I don't have a smart phone and have never used Uber. I will be a dinosaur stuck there, is my fear. As you can tell, I am very anxious about all this. But maybe this will help me deal with things and maybe even get some confidence in the long run. Or maybe it will be as bad as I fear. Nothing could be that bad, could it? Keep a positive thought for me! I hope things go good for you and it proves to be a good week! |
| June 1. Hoping for a good month and better things for everyone. I am so sorry to hear about your car issues. It is scary. It is almost hard to get new cars. I hope good news come your way about your car. Ray went to Walmart this morning. We got sprinkles this morning. That was unexpected. My foot still hurts. I had to adjust the brace. Shoe they call it. I get stress and anxiety. I have that right now. My mother had stress a lot. I get that from her. It is always a relief to get a problem solved. I feel for you and your car. Bella just got back up.I am sorry your neighbors left. At least they are close by. I hope the dog likes his new home. We are supposed to get our new storm door put on. They had it scheduled for Friday and didn't consult us. They just scheduled it. Friday is my Doctor appointment. Ray called Lowes and their man had to call back and we rescheduled. Ray has a schedule. Me. I can't go out until I get better. I do have to go to Doctor Appointments. I am still getting my Merit Badge Shower you bought me. It means a lot. Thanks so much. I guess my aunt and uncle are alright. I haven't bothered my cousin. Wishing you a good week and good month. Praying for all of us. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is June 2, 2026. I hope it proves to be a good day and your foot is better. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! In the continuing car saga, yesterday I called AAA for a tow. Getting AAA on the phone is a nightmare. Their AI is so bad. They sent a guy and it took him an hour and a half to get here. He said I didn't need a tow, I needed him to fix the thing dragging under my car. So, he laid on the ground and got under the car and zip tied the thing that was hanging. Some cover or some such. He had me drive around the block to prove that the fix was good. Scary, but okay. So, this morning, I felt so sick with fear, but I did it. I drove over and was scared, but I did it and the guy's tying up the thing worked well. They worked with it at the dealership to make sure that the cover is secured. The first service guy seemed nice, but he turned me over to a woman who was much nicer as it turns out. I got the feeling he hates old women who don't text much. The car passed inspection, no problem. It has a lot of new things - new tires, new battery, new windshield wipers, new this and that. But they found no problem where the other place found a problem. It passed inspection so now I can get my new sticker for my tags. They Ubered me to and fro. So, now, even though I do not have a smart phone, I can say I have Ubered. The first Uber guy was weird and an aggressive driver. The second driver going back to the dealership - they took me to and picked me up from my house - was much nicer and he had a Camry, also. So, I told him about my car experiences lately and he gave me a pep talk about keeping my Camry. Both got to me within about ten minutes both places. I am only a ten minute drive (or so) from the dealership. The first one picked me up at the dealership and took me home. Then I waited for the Service lady's call. Then, when she said it was ready, she sent the second uber to my house to pick me up. I can't do it without a smart phone, but it was interesting to see how it all works. I sort of think that anyone can get an uber driver job thing. One guy was definitely more with it than the other. I tipped them because I didn't know any better. I was sort of shocked that everyone was all good with the AAA guy's ziptie fixit idea. In addition to that the dealership "secured" it. Who knows what that really means. Not me. News. I have no idea what is going on in the world. I hope and pray for peace. I am thankful I have a car to have problems with and that this place worked with me instead of trying ot buy my car cheap by scaring me to death. Royals. I do not know. Harry and Markle seem so boring now. I look forward to William's visit next month. I don't know if Catherine is coming with him or not. Well, that's about all. I hope things are gradually getting better there and soon your friend will be back from down south and you can go out and have some nice retail therapy. Take care and know I am so thankful for you and your positive thoughts, prayers and messages. Thank you for being my good friend for all these years! |
| My internet got fixed. It is improved and they charged a fee but now, our bill is cheaper. Some people by us may be without internet unless they choose the new program like we did. Always something. I am so happy your car inspection went well. Glad it runs well. I haven't been sleeping well. I hope I sleep better tonight. I hope my foot gets better. I am relaxing it. Michigan had falling stars. They showed a video on the news. It's pretty. I saw a shooting star years ago. It was blue. I haven't heard any news. The world is still standing. I hope you are feeling good and now your car thing is off your mind. I do hope your brother and Rascal come to visit. I guess my cousin and my aunt and uncle are alright. I haven't heard from her. Ray goes to therapy for his shoulder. I won't be going. I just hope I don't have to go to therapy for my foot. Thanks for doing the favor I asked. My internet is back so I can do things again. Bella has been quiet today.Have a good day. Thanks for all you do. Later. |
| Hi late on Wednesday, June 3. You brought me luck because my Internet is back! Yay. I will make this short so you can write today too. Hopefully, this won't happen again tomorrow! Give Bella a nice pet from me! I don't have much to report (that you don't know) except that I am back online and hope for better days. I do not know any news. The sun is shining and I am thankful for all my blessings. You are a huge blessing to me so thank YOU, my dear friend. |
| I am sorry your internet was down. I am glad to hear you think I bring you good luck. Your internet came back on. Thats great. My internet has worked great all day. It was 70 some Degrees today. The sunshine makes my solar light come on tonight. It is like a spinning lavender flower and it lights up different colors. It is pretty. Ray vacuumed for me Since my broken foot, I am not able to vacuum wearing the foot brace shoe. Bella hissed at the vacuum. She hates it.I am trying to write Game Of Thrones stories. I am going to do The Game Of Thrones Game if it comes back. I hope my appointment goes well Friday with the foot doctor. I hope he has answers. I walk off balance and I did before but now wearing just one shoe. We will see. I made noodles for supper. Not much is new. I hope your internet stays on. Have a good day. |
| Hi on Thursday. It is June 4, 2026. So far so good with you-know-what. I am afraid to say what. I hope it is a good day for you and tomorrow goes good at the doctor's office. Give my love to Miss Bella! There is not much that is new here. I am still recovering from the anxiety over the car earlier in the week. I hope that my brother can help me and come with Rascal to visit me. I do not really follow the news because they say one thing one day and the opposite the next day. I hope for peace in the world. Royals. They don't have to deal with issues with car repair. Their lives must be so different. Every summer it is the same things with Harry and Markle. Very predictable. When my Internet works, I like to watch The Interview Room, The Lab and Monks Intrigue, all True Crime stuff. I got into it because of the search for Nancy Guthrie. I feel so bad for her and the people who care about her. Well, not much happening today. Take care and enjoy your day. I hope that foot feels better and better! |
| The wars are still on. I feel they are going to go on all summer and past. I pray. The Royals. They don't have to deal with car repairs, household problems. They do get health issues. They may be able to afford better doctors but they get health issues. I do hope your brother and puppy show up. My cousin is in Michigan. They are in another part of Michigan six hours away from their house. I hope when they get 70, they can keep up. It is warm but cloudy. They say rain this weekend.I see my Foot Doctor tomorrow. I hope that goes well. I don't want the s word. I just hope I can get well. I am sleeping in my bed. I slept good the past 2 nights. Savannah smiles but I wonder how she is feeling. I feel sorry for her. I watched her this morning. She keeps it together. Not much to say. I hope you have a good weekend. Thanks for all you do. Praying for better days. |
| Hi on June 5, 2026. It is Friday. I hope your foot is feeling better and you have a good and encouraging doctor visit! Hope the staff is nice, too! Give Miss Bella my best! My Internet was out for a brief time so I decided to write in here first thing I do. I hope that it stays on long enough for me to post this. Fingers and hooves crossed. I heard that the leader of Ukraine made a peace offer to Putin. I don't know what that means, but it sounds like maybe they will get started with something that might lead to peace. I hope so!  Yesterday, Princess Catherine went to a cancer treatment center where she witnessed a patient ringing the bell after finishing treatment. I cried some, but I was happy for the lady and for Catherine. It seemed very genuine and caring. This morning I went to the bank. Am trying to get used to going to my regular places without being as scared all the time. I am still scared, but the more I do it, hopefully, the more confidence I will have. They got me a whole new set of hubcaps that I will get put on next week. They did that because they lost my one hubcap when they put the new tires on - they can't find it. Then, in mid July I will go for an oil change and something refreshing with the brakes. My brother plans to come on Sunday, which will be a big relief to me if he can help me, next week, get my sticker for my tags (now that my car has Passed a Dealer inspection after getting a crooked Fail inspection) I also need to get my medicine and take Tom's Death Certificate to Spectrum. Sigh. My brother wants to go to Duluth Traders too. Next week will be busy getting these things done with his help. He will help me get my hubcaps, too, he says. He and Rascal will help me. Thanking God for that. My niece, who lives in Houston, is visiting my brother today and tomorrow. That is nice for him and she gets to see his new house so that's nice that they can do that. Her son is with her. Where I live, there isn't much to do. There is a science center and the civil rights museum, but that's about it. Nothing fun for kids unless they are really into science. I hope today goes good for you and you are healing and feeling better going into the weekend. Take it as easy as you can and get as much rest as you can. |
| Ray took me to the foot doctor. I thought it would be easier then going to the other Orthopedic surgeon. Roundabouts and curves. What a mess. The walk way had pot holes and I had to watch my step. The Doctor didn't do a xray. He pushed on my foot. He prescribed me a boot. This isn't going to be easy. I don't have to wear it to bed. Thats good. It's hard to walk in. I am using a cane until I get to used it. I go back in a month. I pray it all works out. At least I don't need surgery and therapy. I am glad your brother will be helping with the car stuff. Rascal will be a joy. We got rain . It is going to rain tomorrow and next week.I see Ukraine, Russia and Putin might make an agreement about ending the war. Time will tell. I won't be going out much. This boot isn't going to be fun. Hopefully in a month I will be alright. Bella is confused about the boot. She is like what?Have a good weekend. Thanks for listening. Hope your internet behaves. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Saturday. It is June 6, 2026. I hope it is a good start to the weekend. I am glad to read that you don't need surgery. Hopefully you will get used to the boot and it will help you to improve your strength and mobiliiity. Give Miss Bella a hug from me! My brother and Rascal are planning to come tomorrow. I have a few things I need help with so if they can help me that will be the good. I go to the dealership and get my hubcaps put on (they are giving me new ones) on Wednesday morning and my brother said he would help me with doing that. It isn't supposed to take very long. The other things are getting my sticker for my license plate at DMV, going to Spectrum with the death certificate to switch it to me and going to get my medicine at the farther away Target. Plus groceries. I am working on a list so I don't forget anything. My niece went to visit my brother yesterday so that was nice. He enjoyed the visit with her and her son. I wish I could see them, but it's too difficult for my brother to get me there. I cleaned my downstairs floor yesterday. Thought of Tom while I did it. He was into cleaning floors. I miss my neighbors who moved so much. I hope I can get past it. There is no sign of anyone else moving in there so far or any for sale signs or for rent. I watched my usual youtube stuff yesterday, plus some stuff about Jack Lemmon that was interesting. Also, some things about Ernest Hemingway. Youtube has a lot of interesting documentary type stuff that I enjoy. Well, I hope that this weekend is a good one for you and that boot isn't too difficult to get around in. Take care and enjoy your Saturday! |
| Saturday. Mr. Boot and I are trying to get along. A month of this. I hope it helps. We got rain We may get more later today.I watched Fleetwood Mac. I love the song Landslide. It was in the commercial for Budweiser and a baby Clydesdale. This song is emotional. Stevie and Lindsay hugged after singing the song. I love their music. News. There is a bat dog that collects bats for the baseball game. He is a beautiful black lab. I hope you get your new hubcaps and everything works out with the car. Thanks for reading my Zaya Elf entries. When it rained at 4:30 this morning I was in the bathroom and Bella was starring at the ceiling . It thundered and I thought someone was knocking on the door. That was strange.No plans. I may watch The Sons Of Kate Elder tonight. Not much going on. Have a good day. I know you are looking forward to your brother and Rascal visiting. Thanks for all you do. Later. |
| Hi on Sunday. It is June 7, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and you are getting used to your boot and that it helps you to feel better. Give my love to Miss Bella kitty! My neighbor and I went to church. She likes the Toyota dealership, also. I told her they have been nice to me. The hubcaps are set to go on Wednesday. I hope my brother and Rascal will still be here to help me. This has been a difficult week, but I am trying my best to have faith. News. I hope for peace in all the wars. Why can't everything be settled and countries work things out? Royals. I saw some of the royal wedding comings and goings of Princess Anne's son yesterday. It looked like a really nice small wedding. Charles, Camilla, William and Catherine were there. Harry and Markle apparently weren't invited even though this guy that got married is Harry's first cousin. Beatrice and Eugenie were there, which was kind of different. I look forward to my visitors. I didn't feel that great this morning, but managed to push through it and get us to church and back. I hope that you are feeling better and better and that today is a lovely day for you! |
| Sunday. I made it through another day. I have some foot pain and I hate that boot. I hope in a month, I will be better. I pray and do the best I can. My minister called me and we had pray together. This helps. I do hope your brother and Rascal are with you. I hope you have a good day tomorrow. I made a roast today. Bella had some roast as well. She had turkey lunch meat for lunch.Ray went to Walmart this morning. Princess Anne had wedding in her family. That's nice. I bet Beatrice and Eugenie are glad they aren't part of the royal mess. I saw a picture of Catherine. She looks older but she is still beautiful. I watched Sunday Morning and they showed a clip of the Queen's dresses. She had beautiful taste for special occasions. She did love her hats. They showed cathedrals on the news this morning.There is a fancy one with a big cross on it. I also love the Jesus statue I Rio Dejanario. It is going to rain tomorrow and the next 3 days.My son texts me. He has a feisty puppy. I have no plans this week. I want to clean house. I did laundry today. Have a good week. Enjoy your time with your brother and his dog. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Monday, June 8, 2026. We are slow getting going this morning, but nothing opens until 9 to get things done. I hope it is a good day for you and your foot is on the mend and the boot isn't too uncomfortable. Give a nice pet to Miss Bella Kitty for me! Yesterday, we went to the grocery store and ate at home. Today, will try and get some things done once things open. Then he says he will help me get my hubcaps on Wednesday. It is good to have company and help. Rascal is always a joy. My brother showed me photos of his new house. It looks real nice for him. I hope that he enjoys living there. It is about a half hour closer to me. We watched some shows on Acorn yesterday. One was murder mysteries with Brooke Shields. It was sort of like Murder She Wrote used to be. It is a cute series. I forget the name of it. Still hoping that peace will happen for the world in both wars that are going on. The royal wedding over the weekend was kind of low key. Her dress was really pretty. It did not seem like anything was too over the top or too exciting or weird. It was better without Harry and you know who. Today, I hope to get at least a few things done. It is hot here. Hot and dry. I hope that it isn't too uncomfortable to do things. The price of gas seems down a little here and that is good. Take care and enjoy the start of your week. I hope things are improving and you can see signs that they are! |
| I am glad your brother and Rascal arrived and you can get things done. We do need help at times. They tell you to see a Doctor for this and that. Sometimes, they don't take you seriously. I wish the specialists had to wear medical boots, get knee replacements and they would understand what people go through. I want to be positive and not feel down but it isn't easy. Moving forward. I did fold up laundry. I haven't done much. Iran and Israel are firing bombs at one another. It is always like this with these two countries. It is supposed to rain That is nice that your brother has his new house. It seems like houses sell fast. Like Mom's house. It was sold in 3 days. I am listening to YouTube and old songs. Some hippie ones and old 60s and 70s. I looked up castles of Transylvania. They are neat. The whole country looks neat. Bella had turkey for lunch. She seems content. Have a good day. I hope things are going well with what you need to do. Thanks for listening. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is June 9, 2026. So far it has gone well with what I needed to do. My brother is a big help to me with this stuff. We got the DMV thing done quick at the farther away place. I was in and out in about 2 minutes. Usually, at the one close to me, it takes a long time in line. Give Miss Bella a hug from me! That DMV stuff was really weighing on me and it feels so good to get it done and everything set for the next year. Tomorrow we go and I am supposed to get my new hubcaps. I hope that goes smooth. I really appreciate that my brother is helping me and Rascal is a joy. He makes everyone smile. We went to First Watch for breakfast this morning. It was really crowded but we finally got to sit outside with Rascal. It is near the smashburger place, but we went there yesterday. I like the smash burger place better than First Watch. I think First Watch has gone downhill. I have been so sad about my neighbors moving that it perks me up to have company. I guess they are going back tomorrow, but my brother says it will be easier for him to come more often now since the moving and house sale are over with. I hope it works out. It is always so hard for me when they leave. I feel tired today, but in a good way like tired from getting things done. We got my medicine, also, which was at the farther away Target. I get so much anxiety about everything, but having my brother is reassuring for me. Just hoping I don't fall apart when they leave. Hope and pray for peace in the world. Gas prices are down quite a bit here, so maybe things are going in the right direction? Not sure though. Royal family. I haven't read much since my brother is here. I think Harry won't get what he wants, but you never know. Meghan has pretty much ruined his life, but he helped her to do it. Well, I hope that today you feel better and things are improving. Doctors don't have the same challenges they force on normal people. I wish they all would be a little bit kinder. Take care and I hope that today proves to be a good day and the start of much improvement in how you feel. |
| It is 85 Degrees. I am not feeling too good today. My sinuses and hitial hernia and digestive issues are acting up. It rained real hard and I got to sleep late. I hope this passes. my foot isn't bothering me. I hope I don't have to go see the Doctor. I do need my Vitamin B12 Shot Friday. Glad things went well at the License Bureau. Our License Bureau were so mean years ago and I was rude right back. They backed off. Ray had to separate me and the one woman who worked there. You get what you need to renew your Drivers License and they want more proof. Like when my son got his permit. We had to sign our life away. I am glad things went well for you. Bella had her turkey. She has been good. I just cleaned the kitchen. I took a few minutes to do that. Thank you for your comments on my Blog Entries. Gas prices are down here. We are expecting more rain We got 3 inches. I hear Iran and Israel are having a cease fire again. Will these wars ever end? I hope you can find comfort with your brother leaving again. Hug Rascal. Your neighbors. They may take the dog for a walk and stop over to see you. That would be nice. I hope to do some reviews and feel better. Thanks for all you do. Later. Have a good day. |
| Hi on Wednesday! It is June 10, 2026. I hope it is a good day and you feel better than yesterday. I hope that things go your way and the internet stays working. For both of us! Give Miss Bella a nice pet from me! It is kind of a dreary day here. My brother helped me a lot this visit. Things went well at the DMV for the tags and registration. In this state, we have to go to a different place for the real ID and Drivers License stuff. The place I went to mostly does title work and people paying taxes and registering their cars every year. It's usually a nightmare. To get in and out quickly was like a dream. Never happens, but this time it did. I was so stressed out over that woman wanting buy my car for nothing. I am going to fix the car up more. A little at a time. Today, I got new hubcaps and they look nice. That is because one hub cap fell off when they put the new tires on and then they couldn't find it. They bought me a nice new set of hubcaps, which I appreciate very much. It makes the car look newer. My brother even said something complimentary about the hub caps, which is kind of surprising. News. I hope and pray for peace in the world and that there will be an end to the wars and an era of peace. Royal Family. Harry does the same thing every summer. Whines about things, then acts hurt when they don't want him to come visit. Then he starts complaining about his family all over again. It's kind of a pattern that he doesn't deviate from. Harry and Markle haven't lived in Frogmore Cottage for more than five years. So the royals are redoing it and going to have tenants because it is so big that a lot of people can live there, not just Mr. selfish and Mrs. selfish. Nobody, apparently, likes how they decorated the place. Weird because they spent a lot of moola. I feel tired today because I tossed and turned most of the night worrying about the hub cap visit today. And it went well so I lost sleep and had an upset tummy this morning for nothing. I miss having company, but I'm really tired so maybe I can sleep long and good tonight if I don't nap in the day. I hope your Internet and my Internet keep doing their thing! Have a nice Wednesday! Thanks for all the wonderful things you do here! |
| Hey. I can get internet on my phone. We have to wait on a new box Wifi thing for our computer. We got one last week but now it is defective. It was supposed to be brand new. Now, I am using my phone. At least I have access to something. We will get the new WiFi box in 2 days. We got rain storms last night. Bella was scared. We are getting rainstorms tonight and tomorrow. My one soap is having a tornado. I pray we don't.I got a review I don't like. I don't know the name, user name on how to block a person. I left a note in Technical. A grey case makes me so mad about giving reviews. They dont know nothing. Sorry. I am not happy. I am sad your brother and Rascal left. At least he is there to help you. I am feeling better. Mr Boot and I are trying to get along. Harry and Meghan are a pain. They are so spoiled. Frog Cottage is probably happy they aren't there. I made tuna today. I commissioned the Princess and Wolf Merit Badge I told you about. I vacuumed and did laundry.i did this before I got the boot on. Once the boot is, you can forget it. I can't do it. Thats all that is new. Have a good day. Thanks for listening. |
| Hi on Thursday. It is June 11, 2026. I hope that it proves to be a good day. Hope and pray that your foot is improving as we move through June and I hope the weather isn't too bad there (or here). Give Miss Bella my love! I was really tired last night so I slept and slept. Today, I still feel tired, but I don't know why that is so. I slept a lot. I went to the bank and ran that errand. My new hub caps look nice and shiny. I go again in July for front brakes and an oil change. I am going to do my best to take care of everything they can think of with this car. This was Tom's Department. Now, it's my department. The lady I am working with at the dealership is nice. That helps when people are nice and straightforward. That other place was bad news after they changed ownership. My brother and Rascal. I miss having them here. But I know my brother gets anxious about things at his house, too. I doubt if he wants to come visit for more than a few days so this time he even stayed longer than usual so I am appreciative that he wants to help me. I would be in a pickle without his help. I think there are storms predicted here. I wish it could be nice calm, spring type weather but no such luck, apparently. I think there are privacy settings where the blocking is. So it's go to the same general place and look for privacy settings, but I haven't tried to do it yet so I'm not sure. I mostly do our stuff and keep to myself except for the people that I know are nice. I only interact with those I know are positive anymore. Too old to deal with people here who don't know how to behave in public. Tom, when he was here, just logged in, did what he liked and logged out. He had fun reading and I know he liked people, but he didn't get involved with their behavioral issues. He sort of watched from afar and was amused when people tried to mess with him. He always cheered for what management was trying to do with improvements. I wish I could be more like that, but I'm not so I avoid confrontations and even big learning curves now. News. I hear we bombed Iran. I wish it would end up with the war ending, but it doesn't seem to work even though we keep doing it. But I don't know how I would manage it if I were in charge so there's that. Royals. I saw a thing with Kinsey Schofield. She is in England. I like her reporting as she seems more fair than most - fair to both sides. It looks like Harry might get what he wants in terms of security. He is going to England in July for the run-up to the Invictus Games in Birmingham. It doesn't look like Markle will be there. Well, I hope that the storms don't materialize and you get gentle rain and I hope tomorrow finds you feeling better and better going into the weekend and that the wifi gets sorted out! |
| Thursday. We had storms last night. The lights were out for 4 hours. The generator came on. Bellawas unhappy but she calmed down. It is supposed to raintonight. I hope it doesn't get severe. I hope my foot is doing better. Another 3 weeks. I hope I will be healed. We are waiting on our new WiFi gadget. I may get my Vitamin B12 Shot tomorrow. We have the door man coming.tomorrow. Some members don't do a lot here. I don't enter contests much. I buy Badges. I commission Badges and Awardicons. I earn Achievements. I do some writing and reviews. I try to be supportive. Tom like writing. Ray doesn't like to write. His tractors friends at the tractors magazine wanted him to write a article about tractors. He said he isn't a write. They said your wife is. He said I just write romance and fantasy. If he gives me the tractor notes, I could write a article about tractors. Boring. Anyway. Not much happening. Ray went to Therapy for his shoulder. We just got sprinkles. A teaser rain shower.Have a good day and almost weekend. I guess we are still at war. I pray things get better. |
| Hi on Friday! It is June 12, 2026. I hope that it is a good day for you and you are seeing improvement in how your foot is doing. I hope that the weather settles down and the power stays on. It is really hot and muggy here. Give Miss Bella a hug from me! I am having a difficult time of it. I hope that things get better. I keep trying to do things to help make it better, but I do not know if anything really is working the way it should. I have my doubts. Went to the post office this morning and also stopped and got gas. That is my outing for the day. I am so nervous still, when I drive about every noise that I hear. It terrifies me. The heat is really something these past few days. Very muggy and uncomfortable. I hope that everything goes good for you. I heard a report that Trump is ending the war in Iran this weekend. I'm not sure I believe it. I guess I will believe it after it happens. The royal family. There was a bad thing that happened in Belfast that is in the news over there. I think Harry is still trying to get his security paid for so Meghan and the kids can go there free. I have no ideal what will happen. It seems like Charles is doing much better with his health and I am glad that is true. He did so well on his trip here in April. I watch things on youtube from the 60s. Singers from here and from Great Britain. Some things with the Beatles. It makes me wish I could go back in time, but for now it's just nice to hear the music I loved as a kid. I hope today proves to be a good day for you and a nice start to the weekend. I hope people act nice and do the right thing here and everywhere. Enjoy your Friday! |
| Friday. We got through last night. There were tornadoes all around us. I saw pictures of double tornadoes. There were power outages. I was scared. Bella was nervous. My cousin's shed just missed getting hit by a tree. I told you about that. I hope for a good summer. The tornadoes skipped our county. I am thankful for that. Tomorrow we are getting storms. I pray we will stay safe. I hope my foot gets better. I wear my boot. Our doorman canceled. He said he will be here tomorrow. Our new WiFi gadget will.be here Monday. Ray is out mowing grass. I would love to be back in the 60s and 70s. I was happy back then. No illnesses or broken foot. I pray things get better for everyone. I listen to old rock songs. We had better presidents back then. I am watching my one soap that had a tornado. Last night all I could think about was ending up like them. They are all going to be alright but their script is written for them. I decided to get my Vitamin B12 Shot Monday. I do hope you are feeling peaceful today and good things happen for you. I hope I don't get any more unfavorable reviews. I always try to keep grey cases from reviewing. I look forward to the new Merit Badge of the Princess and Wolf I commissioned. Have a good weekend. Thanks for all you do. I will try to cheer up. |
| Hi on Saturday! It is June 13, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and not too hot. Hope that the storms stay away and only gentle rain visits. Also, I hope your foot is feeling better and you are getting more used to having the boot on. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! Sorry about those violent storms. I am so afraid of that, in addition to every little noise that my car makes. It all terrifies me. It made a weird noise yesterday and now I don't know what to do. Maybe it was the heat or something, but who knows. I am no mechanic. I feel like hiding in the house but the house has a lot of big trees close so nothing is for certain. It has been really hot here. Too hot to spend a lot of time outside. News. I keep hearing things reported about the war ending, then I hear nothing then the same thing that it will be. Same thing with Nancy Guthrie. Every couple of weeks there is a supposed big news thing about her. But it all adds up to either being wrong (made up) or not what is originally reported. Royal Family. I watched the trooping of the colour parade from London with the Royal Family on the Balcony at Buckingham Palace. I like watching their ceremonies. To be a part of that all Markle had to do was show up for a few parades and ride in a carriage a couple of times a year. My neighbors across the street are away and the house on one side is empty. It feels very lonely here this weekend. Plus, I'm afraid of what noise I'll here if I drive that car. I may have to go earlier than I'd planned for more work on it. Sigh. Well, not much is happening. It is so hot here - has gotten close to 100 the past few days. I did some laundry, but other than that I just feel anxious and worried a lot of the time. I am thankful for all the blessings, but some days are definitely more challenging than others as we know. Take care and enjoy your weekend and your nice cookout! |
| It isn't hot today. We have some sun. We are getting rain{{tonight. The doorman just got here and is putting up the new door. We had our cookout. Ray didn't have steak today. We had cheeseburgers hot dogs and potato salad. Tonight. Cookies and Cream Ice Cream. Bella is upset. The doorman is making noise.I saw Princess Catherine and William with the kids on the balcony for King Charles Birthday. Meghan is a bag and she doesn't deserve to be royal. I do hope you will feel better. I get depressed. I will be glad to get rid of my boot. I watched a show about Italy and it's landscape. It is beautiful. I did clean bathrooms today. It has been a good day. Things are quiet here. I just hope the next new thing here doesn't interfere with how we write stories and do things. We upgraded a couple of years ago with our computer. I hope we don't get more storms. Monday, I need to get my Vitamin B12 Shot. Have a good weekend. I hope things are going well. Praying for better days. |
| Hi on Sunday. It is June 14, 2026. I hope it is a good ending day for the weekend for you and you feel like you are improving with that boot and with how your foot feels. Give Miss Bella, my best. I hope she is enjoying the silence after the door guy left and hope you all are enjoying the new door. It has been a down weekend for me, but I am hopeful and, of course, thankful for all the many blessings. There are problems still with my car, but I will stick with it and hopefully get things squared away soon. I did not feel well enough in a number of ways to attempt going to church. Watched the live stream instead. They are working on the house next door with work guys in two vans today. I don't know whether it is to rent or sell, but I suspect it is to rent. Hope the people who end up there are nice and considerate. I miss the neighbors who moved so much. Your cookout sounded so delicious. I used to make potato salad that my mom made. Tom loved it. I am making myself some egg salad as that is as close as I can get without having potatoes. News. I really try and mostly ignore it. I noticed that the local news people are leaving the stations here. These are people who were bad during the pandemic and then stayed around. I have wondered about that, but now it seems like there are retirements and house cleaning going on. People must not be watching like they were. As with every day, I hope and pray that the wars end and peace comes to the world. Royals. I love watching them on the balcony with Catherine and Williams kids. I have no idea or interest in what Markle's kidss look like. She can show the backs of their heads all she wants, but I bet those kids will have a lot of questions to ask their parents about being hidden and left out of royal life. That's really a shame that Harry and company are so self-centered they can't share their kids with the royal family. Princess Anne would straighten them all out, I believe. Including Harry. I watch these long shows on youtube. I watch the Interview Room, The Lab and the shorter Monks Intrigue and Juanita Adame. They are all good and interesting. Some of the longer ones are more than 4 hours so that fills up my time or sometimes, I fall asleep watching. I feel sad because my car keeps having different issues. It is tiring me out and I don't feel great. But I will keep trying. It is not the worst problem in the world, but I do feel frustrated at times. On Youtube, I also watched some things about Ernest Hemingway. There were a couple of shows about his Sun Valley Idaho home and his homes in Key West and Cuba. I have been to the one in Key West. He had cats that still have their descendants there, maintained and cared for in the museum. They were the ones with the extra toes. Polydactyl or something like that? His house is a cat sanctuary under his will, which is nice. I am trying my best not to feel so down. But I am thankful and that helps. Hope your day is good and any rain you get is gentle, without storms. |
| We got some rain No thunder. Just a gentle rain I am sorry your car is having issues. Mine has been sitting home waiting for me to better. I don't go out much.I haven't been pleasant to around. I hope I get better. The Royals. It isn't right Harry and Meghan keep the kids away from the family and pretend they aren't Royal and act like somebody more important. Ray went to Lowes and paid for our door. The door installation went well. Thats one good thing. They left the old door and we have to call a junk man to come and get it. I knew Ernest Hemmingway had more then one house. That is nice his one home is for cats. Mick Jagger was on a special this morning. He is 80 now. Stevie Nicks is the Queen Of Rock and Roll. I hope you get nice, new neighbors. Maybe they will have a dog that can visit you. I hear the war with Iran and the US may be coming ti a end. I hope it does. I am watching my Aaron Spelling Shows. I did do laundry. Not much going on. I have to get my Vitamin B12 Shot tomorrow. I dread that. I hope things go alright. My Game Friend comes home next week. I won't be able to go out but she can visit. I hope things will.be cheery for you. I hope you are feeling well. I am always thinking of you. Praying for better days. |
| Hi on Monday. It is June 15, 2026. I hope that it proves to be a good day for you and you see improvement in how your foot feels and in how the boot feels! Give my love to Miss Bella! I decided to get the rest of the work done on the car tomorrow, Tuesday morning. I told the lady that I am afraid of every little noise. I told her about the noise it is making now. One thing I was going to have done in July is the front brakes. The noise could be that. I wanted to spread out what I was going to spend a little, but I am tired of being afraid of my car. I am going to do my best to wait at the dealership for it. So, tomorrow morning I will go in and hopefully they will get it fixed in a couple of hours and I can safely drive it home. At least it was inspected and I got the registration renewal squared away last week. That was a big hurdle. That will be nice when your friend is close by and can visit. News. I heard they have a peace deal. But will the Iranians keep their word? I guess that's the big question since they never have so far. I would like them to have peace and also for there to be peace for those poor people in Ukraine. Maybe Putin will take the hint along with the Zelenskyy guy. Royals. I think they had some sort of Order of the Garter parade today. They seem to do a lot of parading in June. Fun to watch it. That's all that Markle and company had to do to be in the royal family. Ride in carriages in parades. Oh, those kids of theirs are going to want an explanation if they are smarter than the parents. I heard that Prince George will go to Eton College. I think that is a good school. He will be close to his parents if he goes there. Won't be like Charles and Phillip, shipped off to Scotland. Do Harry's kids have any friends? They seem so isolated with those two as parental figures. I hope that today turns out to be a good day and the weather is calmer and cooler. Hope your friend gets home soon! |
| My internet isn't back on but I am using my phone. Ray will have to call them tomorrow. Ray is going to Walmart in the morning. It is going to rain tomorrow.The peace talks are on. I hope this war will be over. I hope we can trust Iran. I do hope things go well at the car dealership tomorrow. I hate dealing with car dealerships. My cousin text me. She is in New Mexico with her husband visiting his niece. He sure gets a lot of vacations. My cousin is coming over next week. I got my Vitamin B12 Shot today. I managed to walk in my boot. I won't miss it when I don't have to wear it anymore. The Royals. Those poor kids. They deserve to see their grandfather. Why does Harry keep Meghan? Sad about the kids. They chose Prince George a college already. I am watching Mcclintock with John Wayne. Have a good day. I hope my week gets better. I hope things go well for you. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Tuesday. June 16, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and your foot is feeling better in the boot. Give my love to Miss Bella! I ubered home because it was taking so long. They needed calipers for my brakes (don't know what those are) and had to get them from a parts place. They will call me when the uber will come to get me. I am so tired and I guess I looked it because she said for me to go home and rest. So, I think I will make this short and rest some. I heard there might be peace in Iran and peace in Ukraine that they will work out at the G7 summit this week. I hope for that. I am thankful for all my blessings. The car drove normal today, but it had bad problems with it in the brakes I guess. So tired, but thankful. I hope you get your wifi sorted out so it is good. Hope things will be more normal here tomorrow. I have to watch for my uber to come get me soon. Take care and have a nice Tuesday. Sorry this is rushed, but this car thing is very tiring. |
| I am sorry the car dealership is a pain. I get stressed out about things. I understand. I hope you get good news. We called the internet man. He will be here tomorrow. We have Brightspeed. They stink. They were good for awhile. I am using my phone and I am not going to miss out on things. I am catching up on things. We haven't got rain yet. We are supposed today and tomorrow. I washed Bella's comforter she lays on. I have to remind her to get out of the way. I did dishes.Ray went to Walmart. I keep hearing about peace talks with Iran and the US. I hope so. It is getting windy outside. I am trying to feel better. I get aches and pains. I hope when my foot heal I walk as normal as I can. My cousin will be over Wednesday. I guess she is in Michigan. I don't know. Nothing exciting. I hope your cat gets fixed and your car will run great. My car sat for 2 weeks. I save gas that way. Have a good day. Praying for better days. I got my Merit Badges from the Merit Badge Shower. Thanks again. |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is June 17, 2026. I hope that it is a good day for you and your internet gets fixed good so it lasts. Give Miss Bella a hug from me! I am cautiously optimistic about my car. Counting my blessings is a good thing. I was so tired last night that I slept and slept. I have not driven the car much, but it seems so far like maybe (fingers crossed) it might be okay. I have spent a lot of money this year on the car, but I guess that makes up for the years in the past where nothing was needed. I only drove it home yesterday, from the dealership, then to McDonald's Drive thru this morning and back home. I really feel very tired, even though I slept a lot last night. Work people are working on the house next door. Painting it and such I guess. I do not know if it is to be sold or rented. Time will tell. I only hope that the pup that lived there is feeling better and getting adjusted to his new home. I heard he was having a tough time of it. He and his humans are so nice and I hope that he adjusts and lets them help him to do so. I sure do miss all of them. This car of mine has been a distraction, but it has upset me a lot, all the twists and turns of this with getting it inspected and, ultimately, repaired. I have taken 4 ubers now. This has been an adventure. News. I hope there is peace with Iran, but they (Iran, I mean) always lie so it's hard to count on it happening. Also, with Ukraine. I think the country leaders have to want peace and I'm not convinced that the Ukraine guy does. Royals. I saw a report that Harry and Meghan are coming back to UK and bringing the kids. Will believe that when I see it. They say something like that every summer, then it doesn't happen. I sort of think that Charles is smarter than that after his big trip to the U.S. in April. It seemed like he really has wised up a bit. It seems like they might be out of money and wanting the royals to rescue them. The weird thing is that eventually, Charles will probably have no choice, but to rescue them from the money situation because they might owe money to others that was loaned based on the fact that Harry is the King's son. How does Charles control that and stop them from spending a lot of moola they don't have. I wonder. It looks like a nice day today with no rain again. We need some gentle rain, but it isn't happening so far. I hope today is good for you and you feel like you are healing and getting better and better. I hope that you have a nice visit with your cousin and things go smooth for you! |
| It is raining,We aren't having severe storms. It may happen later. Bella is lying on my blanket. I have it draped over me.I hope things get settled with your car. Having car problems is awful. I get that. Our internet still isn't fixed. The man text and said he will be here tomorrow. Like really? I am feeling so so. I am sleeping good. I just hope I don't get sick and need any other surgery. With this boot, it would be rough. I heard they are send Prince George to Boarding School. Does he want to go? I hope he does. Meghan and Harry. How did they go through a lot of money? Meghan is his downfall. King Charles will bail them out. At least Harry. I don't trust Iran. I bet this isn't over. I pray it is. I do hope you get nice, new neighbors. I hope the puppy likes his new home. I am not doing much. I pray for better days. Seems like I have been wearing this boot forever. I hope you are feeling good. I hope the car is doing well. Thanks for all you do. Later. |
| Hi on Thursday. It is June 18, 2026. I hope that it is a good day for you and that you feel better and the boot feels better for you. Also, I hope that the guy comes and fixes the Internet and that he is reliable in coming and doing what he says. Give Miss Bella a nice pet from me! This morning, I went to the grocery store close by. I went early because there is less road works then and less traffic, plus it's less crowded. I parked right in front. This store is not my favorite, but it is less than a mile from my house so it makes sense for me to go there whilst I build my confidence in driving back up. There is a nice man who works there who helps me out and loading my car. He has been there for a lot of years. I told him about my car being 22 and he patted it. LoL I do that all the time - it was cute. I am so thankful that the car got me there and back. That is a big blessing for me in the stress department right now. I have people in my life who I do not understand, but I will try to forgive because sometimes they are mean to me when I can least cope with it. I would like for this car to out-last me. Right now it has all new of the following: brakes, calipers,battery, tires, radiator, oil change, topping off fluids and windshield wipers. So, a lot of moola, but I do not want a new car for a lot of reasons. There was a lady in the grocery store who was upset because they wouldn't give her the senior discount. The clerk was trying to help, but she needed a smart phone or a flip phone and all she said she had is a land line. Good for her. She apparently didn't have email. I wish I could throw away my flip phone and get back a land line. But it is hard to get that here anymore. They try to force people into new stuff. I don't like that. As you can tell from knowing me for a while (and from this car struggle) I do not do well with forced-on-me type change. There are guys still working next door doing whatever. Painting, maybe? I have a feeling this isn't going to be a good situation , but maybe I'll be pleasantly surprised. The people and their pup were such a huge blessing to my life and I had no idea when they came who they would be. News. I want all the wars to end. Trump is the guy who will do it because the world leaders are kind of afraid of him. That is how I see it - because he is moody and kind of unpredictable. I just hope that things work out. The media still is not helping anything to happen for the best. They are probably wishing Biden was back in, but Biden didn't know what year it was. Royal Family. There was a big report that Harry and family are coming back to the UK. But I think that is something Harry is trying to do to force the King to meet with him and now I have my doubts. I don't think the King will tolerate his nonsense. Prince George got into Eton because he is smart. I think, even though he will board there, that it is walking distance from where his parents live. Harry went to Eton, but they fixed it because he didn't qualify. William was smart enough to qualify without interference. I think that was even in that book he wrote, but Harry is devious, but not smart. In some ways, I think that Harry is even meaner than Meghan, if that's possible. In my opinion, she has been awful to her own father and to the royal family. I don't see her bringing those kids to England. Someone will get sick and it won't be possible - that's my prediction. Either that or someone will file for a split. I would be very surprised if Meghan brings her kids to the UK and even if she does, I wouldn't expect Prince William and family to hang around while it's happening. King Charles, I don't know for sure, but it will really expose the truth if this doesn't happen in the end. Well, that is about it for me. I hope all goes well and you get your Internet fixed and up and running good. Hope the boot isn't too uncomfortable and the weather cools a bit. |
| We didn't get severe storms yesterday. It was a nice, gentle rain This morning, we got rain sprinkles. The internet is fixed. Yes! The man didn't show up yesterday but some areas had bad storm. The internet could have been fixed over the phone. Bella was trying to help.It would be hard to be royal and put up with Meghan. She had her chance. She will never be Queen. She is evil like a fairy stepmother. She is depriving her kids of being royal. If I was Princess, I would be happy. Why didn't Harry and Meghan take better care of the money they have. William and Catherine are beautiful and perfect to be King and Queen. George will be a gentleman. I am sorry there is a lot wrong with your car. Hopeful it will be perfect. I am wearing my boot. I miss wearing shoes. I hope my foot is healing. It throws you off balance. I don't wear it at night. I haven't walked perfect or close to it since my knee replacement and before. It is hard walking on pavement. You get it. I hope they don't mention therapy. It didn't help last time. I tried everything. I am thankful for what I can do. Trump. I blame him for everything. I don't think his billions can help him if he ever gets seriously sick. The wars. I pray they end soon. Have a good day. June will be over in 2 weeks. I hope I am well. This has been a long month for me. Have a good day. I am always thinking of you. Prayers your way. |
Hi on Friday. It is June 19 or June Teenth! Happy June Teenth!!  I hope that it is a good day for you and your foot is improving steadily. Give Miss Bella my best! It rained here, too. Bad storms were predicted, but it was just steady rain, as far as I could tell - here at least. I am thankful for all my blessings. I heard that Pluto, the pup who moved, is doing a lot better with his health. I am so thankful for that - hearing it made me so happy. I wish him and his humans only the best. There was someone who wasn't being nice to me so I decided to make the first move there and it worked out. Maybe this person had other things going on. I went to McDonalds this morning for a breakfast sandwich. I am trying to drive a little to build back my confidence as much as possible. I am thankful I could manage to get the car fixed and that the nice lady at the dealership helped me. Once again, counting my blessings, to be sure. News. I can see that no matter what some country will be mad at Trump for ending the war or keeping going with the war. Now, it seems that Israel might be mad. I do not really understand, but I think that ending wars is a good thing. I hope that the same thing can happen in Ukraine. Maybe if no one is happy is the best outcome they can hope for. Royal Family. So, there is all this stuff reported that Harry, Meghan and the kids will go to the UK. It is hard to believe this will happen because they have said this kind of thing before. This will show who really knows what is what. The journalists that I listen to are skeptical and I tend to believe them. Meghan and Harry do not seem to be reliable. I listen to Neil Sean, Lady Colin Campbell, Kinsey Schofield, and Shauna Kay mostly. The rest get hysterical over everything to do with Meghan and Harry visiting. If I were advising Charles, I'd tell him to make sure any meeting has witnesses and is private from the public, and I'd search them for recording devices. If he doesn't do that, Meghan will most likely slap it all up on Netflix with all her new and old grievances highlighted. Surely, he knows that by now. I have a feeling Camilla will go for an extended vacation of Harry and company show up. I totally would not blame her for that. Well, that's about all that I know. I hope that it proves to be a nice weekend for you, and not too hot! |
| Juneteenth Day. No mail. No Stick Market. A holiday. We have the county fair this weekend and next week. I haven't gone since before Covid. Mom and I used to put my scrapbooks, her crochet items in. I won Grand Champion, Champion, First Place Ribbons and Mom won a lot of Grand Champion Ribbons, Reserve Champion and all honors. I have all her Ribbons and mine. We got tired of dumb items winning like a stuffed witch, weird stuffed creatures and other items. Mom made dolls and beautiful dresses and Afghans. Anyway, that was a long time ago. It is going to be 70 Degrees. At least the animals will be comfortable. I hated when it was so hot for the animals. The fair doesn't have much to offer anymore. Harry and Meghan coming back to England and the UK. Where will they be living? A spare castle? Maybe the children will get to visit Grandpa. I do hope King Charles regrets how he treated Princess Diana. We have to go forward. I hope Harry and Meghan are sorry or do they even know the word? Maybe they will find peace. The war thing. I wonder if it will ever be over. Trump. I pray Trump will do good and that he will care about our country. That's good you went to McDonald's. Ray and I are getting take out pizza tonight. Our old door is going to the junk yard and some other things. The junk man makes a living off junk. I am glad Pluto is doing well. Not much is new. Have a good weekend. I hope you don't get bad weather. We may get rain Sunday. Later. |
| Hi on Saturday. It is June 20, 2026. Father's Day Weekend. The county fair sounds neat, like you have a lot of wonderful memories of good times there. I hope that your foot is doing better and better and you are getting more comfortable with the boot. Hopefully, it will come off soon. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty for a nice weekend! The yard guy is here mowing. I went out and paid him. I told him about the car repairs. It has been so dry, but then it rained on Thursday so now he can mow the grass again. It's still pretty dry. News. I do not know what is going on in the world really. I know that the media isn't honest in their reporting so I don't believe a lot of what they say. I hope that the wars come to an end so people can get things back to normal in their countries and the world can get back to normal with the gas prices and such. They will never like anything that Trump tries to do so they aren't supportive of anything, but if he ends the wars then to me that is a positive step. Royals. I think that Harry and Meghan are unpredictable, but yet they keep doing the same thing over and over. Every summer, they say they will visit the UK, then it's just Harry. Who would want to really visit with them as they are so untrustworthy. Why don't they visit her father since he has never met the kids. He's back in the states in Florida, I believe. It seems like they might need moola so that is the reason for going to see the King. If I were Camilla, I'd go on a cruise by myself and let Charles handle it. I bet William and his family find somewhere else to be. Maybe they will come to the USA for the 4th of July. That would be kind of cool if it happens. Then, Harry and Meghan wouldn't get the attention they want. I am not that interested in seeing their kids. I'm sure they are cute, but whatever, they don't really seem royal, more like normal American kids probably. Cute to those who love them, but not royal really. Well, I watch too much youtube discussion flapping around about Harry and Meghan daring to come back to the UK after the awful things they said with their pal, Oprah. Now, they will probably pretend they never said what the said. Should be an interesting summer, but I bet there will be a lot of fussing, as usual, and then Harry will come alone. Anyway, I hope that this is a good weekend for you and you get plenty of rest! Thank you for all the kind things you do and thank you for being my friend!!! |
| Saturday. I watched some horse races in England. King Charles and his wife were in a carriage riding around with a Lord and Lady. I love the hats the women were wearing. The races were neat. Oprah caused gossip with Meghan and Harry on her show. I learned that Meghan and Oprah aren't nice. That witch's smile Meghan had when she walked down the aisle. They had it made but they blew it. I am confused. It is cloudy. It rained last night. I did some dusting.i washed some blankets and a couple of towels. Trump. I guess he is trying to do right. I pray he is. I hope my Princess and Wolf Merit Badge will be done soon. Bella slept with me for awhile last night. She has been good.Not much going on. Watching a cowboy movie with a dog riding on a horse. Cute. I watched Dirty Dancing last night. A quiet weekend. Have a good weekend. I always appreciate your Blog comments. Later. |
| Hi on Sunday. It is June 21, 2026 - the longest Day of Daylight of the year. First day of summer! Wishing all the Dads a Happy Fathers Day. My Dad was a great Dad and Tom was a wonderful Dad and Grandpa. I was lucky to have them in my life so I am very thankful for that blessing. My neighbor and I went to church and I said prayers of thanks for the blessings given me. It was a very comforting church visit. I am thankful my car seems to be working well. Fingers crossed! Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! When we got back from church and I pulled up to drop her off, there, in my yard came hopping a bunny rabbit. Tom would have loved that. It made me smile. I thought of Tom saying, "What will be, will be."I slept pretty well last night, so am thankful for that, too. I hope that all the wars will be over and peace deals will be kept. But Iran is a bunch of snakes in the grass, so I am sure that Israel is nervous about them. I don't blame them for being nervous. Royal Family. I saw them in the carraige with one of my favorite actors, Stanley Tucci. That was so cool. I think it's Royal Ascot (pronounced As-Cut) and it's like five or six days of that riding around in the carriage and going to the horse races. Queen Elizabeth used to get so excited when her horses won. One video of her has her jumping up and down and hugging some man (not Phillip). Very entertaining. I was thinking about Harry and Markle. They said bad things about Catherine, William and Camilla. They said them to Oprah, then in the Netflix Documentary thing and then in Harry's book, Spare. Really bad, personal things like calling people (specifically Catherine and King Charles) racists. If I knew someone had called me a bad thing like that and that is was a lie, I wouldn't want to be around them again to give them a chance to make up more fibs. I think that Charles has a sort of complex where he feels guilty about Harry because Harry has substance abuse problems and isn't too bright. Harry may be challenged, but he knows how to manipulate his Dad. It's really a shame that William doesn't get the positive attention he deserves because Harry is always trying to barge in with his whining and fussing. Imagine someone who never had to lift a finger in his life and he's still not happy. What a tool. It will be interesting to see how things develop and what the truth is. Some of the reporters are not paying attention to what has happened in the past. I have a feeling that Harry is making things up and that maybe Markle and those kids will end up not going for some excuse. But, you never know. The need for moola may be more extreme than we know. Time will tell in July as to what happens with Invictus. I hope by the end of July all the wars are over and the world is at peace. Then Harry can figure out his own messes at that point. Take care and enjoy the first day of summer! I hope everything happens like you want it to and that you feel better every day! |
| The first day of summer. June 21. We got rain sprinkles. We were supposed to get a lot more. It is going to rain all night. That's nice that you saw a bunny rabbit I love bunnies. They are so cute. I did laundy today. I had knee pain. I put ice on it and it helped. This boot bothers knee. Maybe 2 more weeks and I will be healed. Bella wanted to eat early.Meghan Harry. They want attention. They need a spanking. King Charles needs to publicly humiliate them. Their kids will suffer. I hope this week will be a good one. My cousin is coming over. My Game Friend should be home in a couple of days. I got a Dr. David Jeremiah Turning Point booklet. I need to read it. It is inspirational. Dad used to get these and now I get them. Looks like we are at peace with Iran for now. They closed the canal. Israel and Iran are fighting. I hope you are feeling good. I appreciate you reading my Blog. Dogs do howl. They have wolf in them. I watched Aaron Spelling Shows today. Have a great week. I anticipate good things. Thanks for all you do.  |
| Hi on Monday. It is June 22, 2026. I guess now the daylight time starts to get shorter. I hope that your foot and knee get better and better. Hope that the healing is going on and you will be feeling stronger as time goes on. Give Miss Bella Kitty a hug from me! My back is bothering me this morning so I will make this short. Who knows why things flare up? I do not know what causes that to happen, but I try to cope with it. I went out to the post office, but didn't feel like going anyplace else. It is too hot and my back feels too weird. Hoping that the wars will be over soon and that things can be managed. I heard that the Prime Minister of the UK resigned. I wonder who will take his place. Maybe Trump will get along better with whoever that might be. Hope so. I heard that Harry and Meghan have been offered a palace to stay in. Wow, Charles must have lost his marbles if that's true. What would they have to do to make him mad, I wonder. Maybe it's all rumors that Harry and Meghan spread. Then things somehow never work out that they come or bring the kids. Do those kids have any friends? Or do they just hang with their weird parents? I wonder. Hope that today is a good day for you. We got past father's Day and that is in the rear view mirror. Kind of a relief in a way. Take care and have a nice start to the week! |
| It rained all night. Just a gentle rain. Ray went to Therapy for his shoulder. I just did laundry. I am sorry your back is acting up. My foot is healing. My sister had surgery on her foot and she is worse off then me. It's healing. The Royals. Harry and Meghan are getting palace. They will.stay what? A couple of months. I feel sorry for the kids. Harry and Meghan have it all. They could have friends and family and find happiness. I pray they do. Ray is going to Walmart tomorrow. I need to vacuum and get things straightened up. My cousin is coming over Wednesday and my Game Friend will probably show up this week. Bella got her lunch and she is sleeping somewhere.Not much is going on. I am watching soaps. Have a good day and week. I am always thinking you. Praying for better days. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is June 23, 2026. I hope it is a good day and your foot is getting better every day. I hope that Mr. Ray is feeling better and things are looking up. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! It rained and stormed here last night. Then today it is really dark like night out and pouring rain, but today there is no wind or thunder. Just hard, steady rain and dark skies. I have had some pains these past few days. I woke up in the night with a weird pain, but was able to get back to sleep. It seems like I am sleeping a lot more, but when I am awake, I have back and other random pains. Maybe it's because of the rain or something. I am trying to do some of the physical therapy exercises they taught me and sometimes that helps more than others. It is too rainy to go anywhere today so I'm staying put. News. I hope for peace in the world. But I know that in the Middle East, they don't like to have peace. They like to fight each other endlessly. I am on the side of Israel. I learned about the holocaust. I don't know how to see it any other way than from Israel's point of view. Iran is bad and run by evil guys who are against Israel. I don't think most of their actual people feel that way. But it's about who is in charge. Royals. I think that Charles and Camilla were mean to Diana. Now, in their old age, Harry is (with Markle's help) going to be mean to them. Why doesn't Charles see that, I wonder. On Youtube, I am watching this show called the Interview Room. One of the guys is taking it on himself to find out what happened to Nancy Guthrie. He went to Tuscon undercover and he has videos. I think this guy is going to solve the case and make people mad, but I think his heart is in the right place. I don't think that the answers will elude this guy. He talked to Mrs. Guthrie's church friends. I think that is where the truth will come out in talking to decent human beings. I wish Ms. Guthrie had been better looked after and cared for. That is what is so sad to me. Why was she alone in a house like that at her age and without the ability to get around. Well, it's a lot of questions that elders and their kids have to deal with and no one has the answers or the answers are inconvenient. Interesting case. I hope it is a good day for you and if you, too have rain, it's the gentle kind! |
| Ray went to Walmart. He bought home some cake and other goodies. He bought home Wendys Breakfast. Bella got her cheese. I swiffered my kitchen floors. I cleaned bathrooms. Ray helped me vacuum. My cousin came over and did my hair. She is going to New Mexico tomorrow. Her kitties that look like Bella have a big room to run around in. My other cousin comes over to check on them. A police car went by at midnight with the sirens and lights on. I don't know what that is about. Part of the cornfield was burned up. Those farmers aren't careful. The construction off the main highway to town is bad. I am surprised that aren't a lot of accidents. I hope this construction gets done soon. My husband read that Nancy Guthrie is dead. They are just telling us now. I feel sorry for Savannah. I am sorry you have pain. My knee was acting up. My foot is hopefully healing. I get back pain when I first get up. I hope you are able to take medicine for it. Maybe Harry resents his father about how he treated Princess Diana. William is probably unhappy but doesn't say anything. I hope Charles is sorry. Too bad Harry didn't want to marry Pippa. She was cute and sweet. Meghan. An actress. She has been acting the whole time. Sad. I need to pray for all of them. The Middle East love to fight. Just read the Bible. I just like reading Psalms and Proverbs. I do like reading Genesis, Moses, Noah's Ark, Ruth, Esther and Daniel. I like reading David. I love Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. I listened to Dr, David Jeremiah this morning. I read Devotions. Going to rain tomorrow. I haven't heard from my friend, yet. I think she is visiting her daughter-in-law in Kentucky and attending a Bluegrass and Gospel Festival today.Have a good day. I am going to relax and get better. |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is June 24, 2026. Tom has been resting in Arlington for two years as of today. It is hard to wrap my head around that and the fact that he has been gone for more than three years now. I hope you feel good today and every day finds you improving. The kitty cats are adorable! So sweet! Give Miss Bella a hug from me! I am not feeling well, but mainly it happens and then it passes that I have pain or don't feel well. In the night I wake up and then sort of panic and go back to sleep and it is usually better. I do not know why this is happening. Today, I went to the bank, Target, the grocery store I prefer and then Honey Baked Hams. I am trying to get back my confidence with the car, but it's a challenge. News. I hope and pray for world peace. I do not understand a lot of what goes on and I am pretty much done with politics. I don't like any of it. Royal Family. I hope that they find a way so that Markle doesn't destroy the monarchy. I hope that Charles will do whatever it takes to protect the people who are truly kind to him. Harry needs to get a serious clue, but I don't think he has the intelligence to go there. I watched some of the Nancy Guthrie coverage by The Interview Room. I saw that TMZ said that the family knew she was gone very early on. But that's only if the kidnappers were telling the truth. Why would they tell the truth? Why would anyone believe a kidnapper without proof? I guess they didn't believe them totally or they would have paid, but if she didn't survive the kidnapping then what would they have been paying for. It sure is an odd case. I wonder if the public will ever know the real truth. It's so sad for the family that loves her. I hope you are having nice weather there today. It is nice here, low humidity, but warm. I had a good outing and I am thankful for that blessing and for things going okay. Take care and I hope you can get together with your friend soon and do something fun and I hope you feel well enough to enjoy your outing. Have a nice Wednesday afternoon! |
| It has been two years since you buried Tom in Arlington. I can't believe it takes that long. Time goes fast. I haven't heard from my friend. I hope she had a safe trip. She isn't good about calling. I know it is hard for her to be here and not see Mom. I live without Mom. I try to go on. Anyway, I hope my friend is safe. We are expecting rain. I think we got 2 drops.Harry and Meghan. They are Dumb and Dumber. Do they think people are impressed with them? They are one big joke. What happened to her cooking show? I am surprised there aren't Meghan Markle dishes. Let's hope Meghan doesn't destroy the Monarchy. I hope you are feeling better. Mr. Boot and I get through the day. I get my chores done. I heard they are trying to decide what to do with stuff from the Titanic they found. I saw a clip on the news about this. Like the jewelry. They should try to find descendants of who the pieces belonged to and let the family members have them. The dishes. Maybe give them to the museum. I did dishes today. I need to fold up towels, yet. My new Merit Badge is done but not in the shop.
This is what the badge looks like above. Very pretty. Have a good day. Feel well. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Thursday. It is June 25, 2026. Almost to the end of June. I hope it is a good day for you and that Mr. Boot is more comfortable as time goes on. It is funny you call him Mr. Boot. Please give Miss Bella a nice pet from me! I don't feel very well in the mornings and I didn't sleep well last night, but once the day gets going I seem to feel somewhat better. I hope your friend arrives safely and you can make some nice plans so you can get out some with her. Change is so hard at times, but maybe you can help each other through this hard time of missing your Mom. News. I had not heard that about Titanic discoveries. It should go to the families, as you said. But it probably won't because of powerful interests will interfere. I heard they arrested some of the youtubers who are looking for Nancy Guthrie. No one else appears to be looking for her. I do not understand wanting to discourage the youtubers, but allowing the main stream media to be all over the place. Confusing. Someone surely knows what went on. Someone would have to be really cold blooded to keep quiet about where to find Mrs. Guthrie. But I guess that would be whoever broke into her house, took her away and did whatever it was that they did after they killed her. I don't think it's the youtube guys who are trying to find her. I have not heard of one member of her family actively looking for where she might be. Royal Family. I do not really think of Harry and Markle as royal anymore. I think of them more as celebrities. She would have been better off selling tote bags and purses since she likes money so much. She should have embraced what most people think of her - which is that it's all about the money why she is with Harry. I think they are going to try and create some upset with Diana's brother and use that against the King. Charles better be prepared for some nasty goings on with those two. I think they are supposed to go over next week to England. I had thought William would come over here for the 4th of July, but there doesn't seem to be anything about that anymore. I'm not even sure what's going on for the 4th with Trump. I sort of decided not to pay a lot of attention to the news for a while since one day it's peace and the next day it's war. Very confusing. Well, I hope that today proves to be a good day and you don't get any storms and neither do we here. Take care and feel better and tell Mr. Boot to behave!! |
| It is Thursday. Another day of Mr. Boot and me. I hope I can quit wearing it in 2 weeks. We got rain last night. It may storm tomorrow.Venezuela had a earthquake. It is always something. I wish we had a week of no crisis and everyone could be at peace. Sorry you didn't feel well last night. I hate nights when I can't fall asleep. I think it's old age. Nancy Guthrie. I feel sorry for Savannah. I look at her and I think she knows the worse. Sad. Harry and Meghan. PrincessDiana'sbrother was unhappy about her and Charles. I don't blame him. Harry may use that to his advantage. Harry would make a lousy king. William. He is right for the job. Meghan is awful. They may be sorry some day. The Fourth of July. 250 years of freedom. Are we really free? I wonder. Trump. I don't trust politics. I pray for all of us everyday. I folded up laundry. I got a lot done two days ago I haven't heard from my friend. I don't understand her. Since she married that man, things changed. She had three husbands. Why did she want another husband? I hope you are feeling better and your weather is calm. I am always thinking of you. I hope your Birthday Month next month will bring good things for you. Have a good day and weekend. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Friday. It is June 26, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and Mr. Boot is helping you heal so you won't need Mr. Boot soon. Hopefully, he's doing his job and I hope you are feeling good otherwise. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! I take it day by day here. Some days are way better than others. Just trying to make it through and do my best and I try to remember to be thankful for the blessings that are here. Hey, so far this week I didn't have to be terrified at a car dealership so that makes it way better than last week and I'm almost through Friday. I was just terrified when I drove this week in general. I try and take a little trip now and then so I don't end up too scared to do it at all. That would not be good. Maybe your friend is having challenges. When people I know let me down, I think well maybe they don't even remember what they say from time to time. Sometimes, that turns out to be true. It is hard to count on people, but I think well maybe it's not all good there and there might be a reason. I ask someone a question about what he said and he has no memory of saying it that he admits to so how does that work. No one ever remembers much of anything these days. I dealt with an individual who (I believe) is deliberately mean when she wants to be. And it didn't matter what anyone else was going through, she chose to be mean because she likes doing that from time to time. But another was inclined to forgive her. It's a struggle for me and she still chooses mean some of the time. I choose to forgive her, but for Tom's specific request right before he passed, not for her. I can certainly understand better now some of the choices Tom made when it came to his past before me. News. I feel bad for Venezuela. I experienced an earthquake in 1992. It was not something I will ever forget. I hope they get some help in dealing with the aftermath. Hope the politicians will actually have a heart and help their own people, or at least make it possible for the Red Cross and others to help. Still hoping for peace in the Middle East. and Ukraine. Royals. Now, I heard yesterday that Prince William might come to the US or Canada for a World Cup Match. It is up in the air. Do not know about Catherine. I also heard that William was hinting that they might come to Taylor Swift's wedding in July. I think it would be very cool if he and Catherine sneak around to big events like that whilst Harry and Meghan beg the King to take a picture with their invisible kids. It's up to the King whether he wants to engage in their nonsense I guess. I think Prince William has bigger fish to fry. I am not sure what Charles will choose to do. On the Nancy Guthrie thing, I am convinced that the police (and maybe the FBI, not sure about them) know who did this. I don't think Nancy survived all this, but I think they hurt her. There is a guy who is pleading guilty in July in Tuscon on Federal Charges on July 2. I think that he might be the key. I think it is a connection through the sister's husband, (and the Tuscon music scene) but may not involve the family directly. I guess that is the big question, did he just make friends with the wrong musician. I think in the end, it's more on the sister than Savannah. However, Savannah knows whether she, herself, did enough to take care of her mom. It doesn't seem like it to me. I heard that Nancy (in the Interview Room) allegedly needed her neighbor to help her out to her mailbox, the week before she vanished. She couldn't make it on her own, even with her cane. If that is true, what exactly were her kids doing to help her, if she was that frail? It sounds like there are a lot of people in Tuscon and elsewhere who should be ashamed. Poor Nancy gets lost in all this. I identify with her because I too had a hard time making it to my own mailbox (because of snow and ice in my case) in January. I hope they are on to something and do figure this out and even though Nancy was a person who forgives, I hope this ends up with charges that don't forgive what went on here. Well, time will tell. As with everything we wonder and question about, time will answer our questions or show us the way. I hope today is a good lead-in to the weekend and you get some answers from your friend. Take care and give my regards to Mr. Boot. Tell him, good job there. |
| It is Friday. I have sinus issues and a digestive issue. I will adjust my eating schedule today and the weekend. Nancy Guthrie. It is like they had forgotten her. Now, the truth comes out. Someone needs to be arrested. So sad. I hope the FBI takes care of this. The Royals. They have their issues. They are always in the news. The wedding of Taylor and Travis are a big thing. It is going to be like the royal wedding. I suppose there will be pictures and videos. Celebrity weddings and Royal Weddings get top billing. I had a beautiful wedding. It wasn't royal but it was expensive for that time period over 40 years ago. Mom had a small album of my pictures. I promise when I gwt better, I am going to go through Mom's things and look things over. Memories are all we have of some things. Bella got extra pets and hugs. I have to remind her to get out of my way when I am walking. Mr. Boot and I are hanging in there.The auctioneer bought over a check for the rest of Mom and Dad's stuff we sold. I think I Will give most of the money to Church and the local humane society. It is supposed to rain but it is hard to say.It is going to be 90 Degrees every day starting Monday. Thank goodness for air conditioning. Europe is having a awful heat wave. On TV, they found a cute blonde puppy from the Venezuela earthquake. They took him to the Vet and I bet he will have people who want him. I would love to have him. I hope for better days for all of us. Trying to live as day as it comes. Have a good day. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Saturday. It is June 27, 2026. Can you believe we are almost through June? It doesn't seem like time is racing by, but maybe it is, in a way. I hope today you feel good. I know what you mean about issues. Today my issues have been my back and also digestive stuff. It's like what is the issue of the day, though, because nowadays, it's usually something here. Give Miss Bella a pet from me! It is supposed to be hot here, but that's late June and July, normally here. They say there is a possibility of storms, but not a definite prediction. It is hard to plan anything or rely on people when they don't do what they say. But then, there is usually a reason for whatever. That earthquake is awful. I saw some rescuers giving a dog some water. The pets in this must be terrified, it's so sad. It looked like people were trying to help, though. I feel so sorry for regular people who are caught up in this, as well as the pets who are so lost and confused. I heard we are bombing Iran because they violated the terms of whatever. This is what they do, though. I do not expect them to change easily to keeping their commitments and word. Royals. Wimbledon starts this week. That should be interesting. Serena Williams will be playing. Princess Catherine usually goes to the finals with Princess Charlotte. The Markle idiot is friends with Serena, unless they aren't friends, which is possible because she seems to have a knack for alienating people. I don't think it's definite that William will come over here for a World Cup Game. I imagine he will keep his itinerary to himself to avoid running into you-know-who. I hope that they find Nancy Guthrie so that whoever did this gets served some justice. I think they have waited so long to arrest the monsters responsible because they want to make sure that they have the right people and that no one will get off because of something dumb on the part of the police. Arizona has stiff penalties for what was done here. Well, I hope that your foot is improving and Mr. Boot is doing his thing. Also, I hope that you hear from your friend and that things are on track for a nice visit. Enjoy your Saturday and your weekend! |
| We didn't get rain last night. We will be getting 90 Degrees weather all next week. Wonderful. So, June is almost over. Looks like the war with Iran is still on and so is the war with Russia and Ukraine. I see Harry is coming back to England to suck up to Daddy. When William is King, Harry and Cousin Itt won't be allowed to visit. I know the Soccer Games are happening right now. I have no idea to watch them. I have a skin infection and I called the Doctor. I will see him Wednesday. His nurse said for me to use 2 ointments until I can see him. I am using them. Wearing Mr. Boot. I don't need more problems. I do hope you are feeling better. Stress doesn't make my problems any better. I am watching ghosts in Jamaica and Hawaii. I made tuna and Bella had some I am celebrating tour Birthday early. I appreciate all you do for me. I appreciate you commenting on my Blogs. The new tractor is having problems. That thing should be able to dance and clean house for what we paid for it. Have a good day and weekend. Hoping for better days for everyone. |
| Hi on Sunday. It is June 28, 2026. This was my parents anniversary day. I went to church this morning and I thought of them, as always. My neighbor went with me. I felt bad early, but am somewhat better now. Our minister was in a joking mood. Some wiseguy asked him if he was still here. It was funny. I like it when there is reason to laugh in church. The main guy minister (who is retiring soon) has a big booming laugh. He makes me laugh when he laughs. I hope your foot is continuing to improve and Mr. Boot is on the case. It is supposed to be in the 80s here today. They predicted rain yesterday, but I don't think we got any. It's very dry and supposed to go up over 100 by the end of the week into the 4th of July Weekend. Thanks again for the birthday wishes and the awesomely beautiful badge and awardicon! Give hugs and love to Miss Bella from me! Tell her to enjoy her tuna feast!I don't really care about soccer either. I always want the USA to win. I don't even know if they are any good. I hope it's a good bunch of events for the US this summer to improve things between our country and other countries. And, I hope that Prince William comes since he is a big soccer fan. I enjoy watching baseball and golf. Those are the sports I like. I have played both and am really bad. So, I appreciate watching those who are good. I think soccer is boring like basketball, back and forth back and forth. Watching Prince William would be fun though. I like watching Tennis, also, but never really played. News I hope for both these big wars to end and give people some peace for a while. Like the song says, I hope they will "Give Peace a Chance." Royal Family - Harry and Meghan are running out of money. That is their whole motivation. I think Charles is sad and he wants to see his grandkids so he is vulnerable to Harry's nonsense. Mr. Markle is probably sad in the same way, but they can't get money out of him so he gets nothing. That is how they are. This whole thing makes me feel really sorry for Charles, being so ill and having a son like that. But he does have a son who has been loyal, and it's not Harry. Surprisingly, I feel bad for Camilla in a different way because Charles is favoring Harry (who has treated him terribly, in my opinion) over everyone else, including Camilla. I have not always thought much about Camilla, but now I hope she figures out something with this stuff. I am actually in her corner and in William's corner. They are the ones who are walked on most here in Harry's book, Spare. If I was William, I'd be tempted to take a hike, but I know that is what Harry would love. Harry wants to push William out, I believe, one way or the other to please Meghan. I think she has delusions of being  .It is interesting to see how this evolves and whether Harry and Meghan won't admit what they are doing and the press will go along with them. In a lot of ways, the British Press reminds me of how the US Press treated Biden and pretended they didn't see what was right there. I think that Taylor Swift might be married next weekend in NY, but I guess it's just a rumor. Should be interesting if it happens. Take care and I hope your tractor gets fixed. It's brand new, isn't it? What's up with things these days and how hard it is to get things to work right? Hope it is a good week for you and you hear from your friend. Hope you aren't too stressed and that you feel better every day. Thank you again for all the birthday surprises!! |
| It is Sunday. We got a short sprinkle and it isn't supposed to rain for a week and better. It is going to be hot and I hope I make it okay to the Doctor. Mr. Boot is still my companion. I hope I don't get any more problems. I am running the dishwasher and did laundry. I am listening to YouTube songs. King Charles. I bet he will make up with Harry but he needs to set some rules for him and Meghan. He whines and Meghan is egging him on. Sad really. William is the rightful King and I don't even live in England. I pray for them and that's all we can do. Our own country is in trouble, too. Game on and War on with Iran. I wonder if the war will ever end. I had to pay for a calendar Mom ordered from a Crafts Company. Mom got one last year and they didn't send a bill. I paid for it but it was in Dad's name. I told them Dad is deceased and not to send any mail or calendars anymore. I won't be paying for them. Mom wasn't alive to order it so it might be automatic but I am done with this now. Glad Church went well. I hope to be able to go back to Church soon. I don't like soccer or tennis. I just like ice skating. I loved NASCAR but things have changed with it. I don't know. Sad to remember your parents Anniversary but you remember them. That is good. Taylor Swift. I don't know when her Wedding is. I would think she would have a definite date. It will be a wedding to remember. Expensive. Have a good day and week. Maybe the world will have good news this week. Let's hope. Later. |
| Hi on Monday. It is June 29, 2026. It is almost to the end of June. I hope that it is a good day for you and Mr. Boot is working hard to help you get better so you can get back to normal. Hope that doctor visit goes well on Wednesday! Give Miss Bella a big hug from me! I woke up very early (around 4) and I was looking and looking for something. I was definitely confused for a while. I'm still a little bit murky on what it was that I was so eager to find. I don't think I was fully awake, but I turned all the lights on and it was odd. This morning, I went to the post office to mail something and to get stamps. I have tried to mail my eldest nephew a birthday card three times now. I hope this time it gets to him as I sent it Priority. His birthday was a month ago. Some days I definitely feel better than other days here. I do not know why. It is dark here, today, but not really raining, just sprinkling now and then. Workers are next door pressure washing the empty house so it's very loud. I miss my neighbors and I miss Pluto in the window. Still feel pretty sad there. My niece called me (she lives in Texas) She said they might move closer to where I live. I will try not to get my hopes up too much. She would still be one state over from me if they do this, so maybe 6 hours away or so? Not sure. I guess insurance and other things have become too costly in Texas. It's a shame because Tom was a Texan who loved his home state. I think the politicians are bent on ruining it. News. I hope for end to the wars. But they don't care what ordinary people think. I don't think that Iran is easy to deal with or someone would have dealt with them a long time ago. At least, Trump does not seem at all afraid to yank their tails. That's new and different. Royals. So, now the report is that Harry is not bringing Meghan and the kids, because it was only a ploy to get what he wants from his father (24/7 Security paid by British taxpayers, and moola, no doubt). But that seems to change from day to day. Some of the news commentators look really foolish in this. They do this every summer, but this time they convinced more people. I wonder if Charles ever really thought they would come. I can see Camilla saying "Call their bluff." Because that's what happened. Harry has weaseled out. Harry hints they will come (even does an itinerary) and then Meghan (the boss) says no. I'm not even convinced that there really are kids and that those aren't child actors they've hired. Meanwhile, Catherine did this awesome challenge that was somewhere outside (Scotland Highlands, maybe). I'm with Catherine, moving on from those two weirdos. I think Harry has problems that go way beyond his antics with his father. Same with Meghan. Those two are beyond juvenile saying they will come, then that they won't every single year since 2020. If I were Charles, I wouldn't make up the beds until I see them in the hall. If they really wanted to reconnect with family, they would go there privately and not go yelling to People Magazine about it. Some of the royal reporters really got fooled this time around, but I bet it will happen for as long as Charles is King. Maybe until they put Harry in a facility. I wonder who will do that, whether it will be Meghan or Charles who does it. I enjoyed Youtube yesterday, with a lot of Beatles music. It really cheered me up. Those were such different times, weren't they? I hope this week goes really great for you and Mr. Boot gets praise for doing a wonderful job with your healing! Take care and enjoy your Monday! |
| It is hot. I haven't been outside. I am all stuffed up. Mr. Boot and I are hoofing it. I hope life gets better. I see my Doctor Wednesday. I hope things go well. Ray went to Therapy for his shoulder. Harry and Meghan. He wants Daddy to bail him out. What did he do with his inheritance? Meghan sure duped him. It is really sad. I can't feel sad for him. Bella has been up running around.The war with Iran is still on.it is sad. America is 250 years old. I would think we would want to be at peace. I pray for all of us. I do hope your niece moves closer to you. I hate that my son loves so far away. I do hope you are feeling well. I hope your weather is cooler. I haven't heard from my friend. I don't know how she is or what is happening with her. She knows where I am That's all that is new. Thanks for reading my Blog Entries. Later. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is June 30, the last day of June 2026. I hope that you feel better today and that things go good at the doctor's office tomorrow. Hopefully, Mr. Boot will have done his thing. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty as she is scampering about! I went to the grocery store this morning, but that was all I felt like doing. It was starting to get hot out and I get tired easily on some days. So, I came back and unloaded the car and that was that. Some things have happened that have opened my eyes to some things with people who I know. Things I didn't realize about how some did not want to be bothered with things about us. I watched a thing on youtube about people who are the actual caregivers when someone is in hospice. It seems like I will need to sort some things out that I keep putting off. Then I think I will wait some more for a sign. And maybe God will decide for me. News. I hope for peace, but will it happen? I think there is a better chance with Trump, but who knows if he can get it done? I do not know. Royals. I saw that Princess Catherine did this mountain climbing thing. She climbed the three highest mountains, in the UK, in 24 hours to raise money for cancer care. Impressive. I don't even want to mention those other two nut jobs from California in the same breath. One day, they say they are coming to see Charles, then not, then they are coming. That is not how they should treat a cancer patient. Catherine, after her climbing, looked tired, but happy. I guess she did that to inspire people. I think it was pretty effective. What kind of a low life would be mean to a cancer patient like King Charles or an amputee like Thomas Markle? That question answers itself. There is not much going on here. Workers are working on the house next door. Who knows who will move in there. I am tired, but I got quite a bit of sleep. Who knows why this happen or why anything does. I can see some things more clearly this week and it's not pleasant, but it is informative. I hope that your friend gets in touch so you can get out and have some fun. Take care and hopefully things will go good at the Doctor's office tomorrow! Fingers and Hooves are crossed! |
| Another hot day. I haven't been out but I will tomorrow. I hope that visit goes alright. Maybe next week, the boot will be off. I hope so at least. I have just about had it with Mr. Boot. Ray went to Walmart. I was asleep when he left. The Royals. Harry doesn't know what he wants to do. When he and Meghan stepped away, his royal duties were over. He is no longer part of this. Charles will let him do what he wants. That is sad. Harry acts like he is eight. I haven't watched any news today. I guess things are still standing. I am stuffed up. I guess the pollen is bad and I haven't even been outside. I know the irrigation sprinklers will be on soon. Things are quiet on here. I haven't had any writing ideas. Bella had lunch. I vacuumed after her this morning. She has been friendly. She got cheese for breakfast snack. You said you got up early and was looking for something. I wake up and go to the bathroom. I get a hot flash then I go back to bed. At least I was able to sleep in the last 2 mornings. Have a good day. I hope it hasn't hot where you are. No mail surprises today. Thanks for all you do. Later. |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is July 1, 2026. I hope it is a good day for you and not too hot. We are in a heat wave here now until Monday. So, five days of it. So far, this morning is in the 70s. The weather people like to milk it and frighten us. Here, they say the heat index will be over 100, but I think they are saying the actual temperature will be in the high 90s. In other words, very hot. Hope that all goes well at your Doctor's office today and Mr. Boot will have his work completed. Hopefully, he helped you to heal. Give Miss Bella my love! I woke up early as usual. The days I sleep in are nice when they happen, but they are still the exception, rather than the rule. Workers were working next door yesterday again. I don't hear them yet this morning. I wonder what will happen there and if anyone will move in there any time soon. Hopefully, they will be nice and maybe have a nice dog. That would be lovely. There is a big back yard, fenced in there. Tom and I used to visit Pluto at the fence line when he first came to live here. I hear that Mr. Rascal is going to the groomer's today to get his summer do. He's coming to see me next week if all goes well. One of the corgis is not well, but thankfully seems to be getting better. News. I do not pay much attention because it seems to be that there is a peace deal, then someone breaks it, then we bomb Iran, than another peace deal and on and on. This weekend will be 250th 4th of July. I hope it is a nice celebration. It will be hot in most of the eastern part of the country. I hope that they have some nice music and fireworks from DC that I can watch on youtube. Royal Family. I think Harry and Cousin It might be in to substances. To me, that is when people act erratic like that. Harry admitted it in his book that he does that stuff and likes it. I just hope that they leave Catherine and William alone. I feel sorry for Charles, but for Camilla's sake, he needs to be strong and tell those two to go and sober up somewhere and stick to a reasonable schedule if they want to visit. And why don't they do it privately? Well, I know why it's because they have to be the center of all the negative attention they can get. They want to get info to trash the royals so they can make money on doing that. There are difficult people in life. I regret the times I gave in to emotional coercion. That's wasted time I will never get back. It has given me a great deal of pause now that I am older. Older, but maybe not wiser. Someone I know was big on forgiveness, but only for certain individuals. I see Charles as being that way because Harry is his son. Charles is not to blame for how Harry behaves. Harry is in his 40s. He is at the point where his kids will be blaming him and so the tables will turn. I do not do well with forgiving. But I am trying. Have been trying for a while now. But there is still anger there. Will it fade with time? I don't know. I honestly don't know. Each day, I do my best to be thankfull for the blessings that are many. Looking for a way forward is the way to go. Try and stay as cool as possible and have a good Doctor appt! |
| We are in a heat wave. 91 Degrees. Ray took me to the Doctor. I have a skin infection. I am on ointments and creams. Like a broken foot isn't enough. It isn't on my foot. I hope when I see the foot doctor Monday, my foot is healed. The medical assistant at the doctor's office broke her wrist. She was taking my blood pressure and vitals. The blind leading the blind. We managed. I slept 2 hours last night. Going to the Doctor stresses me out. I am glad your brother and Rascal will be visiting soon. Pluto. I hope you get to see him. I hope the Corgis is better. Harry and Meghan. Charles will pit up with him and Cousin Itt. Sad. We don't always understand what our kids do but we love them and go forward. I spoiled my son and maybe Charles spoiled Harry. Meghan cares for no one. I was mad that she invited Oprah to the wedding. Meghan and Harry are a soap opera. Not a very good one. Iran and the US. I don't think this will ever end. So sad. Going to rain tomorrow. The farmers are running their irrigation I forgive but the hurt still lingers. We go forward. I try not to be around people who have hurt me. I know what you mean. Have a good rest of the week. Thanks for all you do. I am always thinking of you. |
| Hi on Thursday. It is July 2, 2026. It is going to be very hot here and all up the East Coast. We are under some sort of heat dome. I hope your foot is getting better and the creams help. Hopefully, Monday will bring good news and you can say bye to Mr. Boot then. Give Miss Bella a nice pet from me! Everything is very hot and dry here. I think it is supposed to be like this until around Monday. So, 4th of July might be really hot. Temps in 90s, heat index in 100s, they say. A lot of places are canceling their 4th of July Celebrations because of the heat, but some of the knuckleheads around here will still shoot off fireworks. Oh well. Sometimes I learn things and I think, "that's interesting." I try to resist the urge to discuss things that really aren't my business. I do not want to interfere as I have enough to worry about here and what do I know anyway. News. I hope for world peace. Hopefully Iran will settle down and behave and the good people in that country will move things forward and do what is right for their people for a change. I hope that Ukraine and Russia work things out. Wouldn't that be nice if that could happen. Dream on, Hooves. Hoping they find Mrs. Guthrie, wherever she may be. What kind of monster does this sort of thing. Royals. From what I hear about those two bozos (Harry and Cousin It) I think there might be some heavy drinking going on, in addition to whatever Harry uses (from his book Spare) to get relaxed. I remember, as a child, some would show up at various family gatherings and they would be drunk. And it would be embarrassing. Hopefully, Harry and Co. don't do that when their kids are around. It never ends well with grown-ups engage in uncontrolled public drinking. Harry obviously has Daddy issues. Maybe Charles does, too. Not fun for Camilla, dealing with those two castle guests, besides her ailing husband. I like that she met with J.K. Rowling. That was kind of a gutsy move on Camilla's part. Yay. Well, I hope you will find yourself feeling better today and every day and that Monday will be here before you know it and you can say adios to Mr. Boot. Take care in this heat and get some good rest! |
| I did the Campfire and I got done and had to log in. It got erased. That makes me mad. I feel like saying things that would make a Sailor blush. Anyway, here we go again. We move on to July 2. They are planning on fireworks early. I suppose it will be all weekend. Ray wants to watch Independence Day tonight. I don't care for Will Smith but I will get through it. I am negative at the moment. Mr. Boot and I are managing. My sinuses are flaring up. Harry and Meghan. Harry should divorce Meghan and take the kids and move back to the palace. Bella has been good. She likes sleeping in the utility room.The tractor repair man was here. He has to order a part for the tractor. The summer heat advisory will be done at 1:09 AM. It will rain and get hot again but be in the 80s. We need to get our cookout done in between rain drops.I hope the war with Ukraine and Russia is done. I hope Iran behaves and we can stop that war. I hope your brother and Rascal will be visiting this weekend. Rascal has his own bed and toys. I hope you are feeling good. Have a good almost weekend. Praying for better days. Thanks for doing the Campfires. Have a great Birthday month. Later. |
| Hi on Friday. It is July 3, 2026. Sorry that you lost what you typed. I hate when that happens. It happens to me quite a bit. I hope that today is a better day and your foot is feeling better and better as time goes on. Hope all goes well with posting our entries today! Give Miss Bella a hug from me! I hope that the holiday weekend is good for you. It is supposed to be so hot here and everywhere along the East Coast. I do not know which day is the one with no mail. I have heard it both ways. I am doing a load of laundry early so as not to use the dryer after it gets so hot later on today. Started my car, too, early. I slept a lot last night, which is unusual. I think it might be the heat that is making me feel so tired. I will probably just mouse around after the laundry is done. It's my big project for the day. Trying to remember to count my blessings. Sometimes people are not nice or considerate. But, as time goes on when people act that way, I don't care as much and they lose the power to upset or hurt me with whatever it is. Tom loved me and he never acted that way so I'm fortunate to have had him for so long. My brother and Rascal don't plan on coming until next week. That will be nice and hopefully, it will be a bit cooler for traveling then. We have three more days here of over 100 temperatures. News. I hope for peace and for things to be good for people in Ukraine and Iran. I watch things on Youtube, but I don't always think it is the whole story. But in that way it is just like network news. It's only what someone wants the public to know. Royals. I think having Harry and Markle go visit is like inviting people who have had too much to drink over to insult Charles and family for fun. I have a feeling Charles will see the advantages of them living in California after he gets an in-person experience reminder with those two charmers. I saw Princess Catherine at Wimbledon yesterday. She had the most lovely blue outfit on and her hair was different, pulled back in a ponytail. She always looks wonderful in what she wears and seems so friendly to people. I was thinking she had better leave town soon if she wants to avoid you-know-whos. Her weirdo in-laws. Maybe she and William will fly to NY. I am not sure now what is happening with Taylor Swift's Wedding. I have a feeling it will be a surprise. I picture the beach at sunset somehow. I sort of think Madison Square Garden is a decoy that they used for the Rehearsal Dinner. Just hoping that tax payers aren't paying for her wedding. That would not be a good look. Hoping that it is a nice 4th of July and that I can watch the music and fireworks from DC. That would be nice and it would make me smile. Here's to a nice day today and a nice breeze to come and make us all cooler for the next three days. Take care and stay cool!  |
| I am logged in so I won't lose my work. I can do the Campfire. No rain Chicago had storms. We got thunder and no rain. It is supposed to rain this afternoon. It is still hot. Maybe 5 Degrees lower then it has been.Taylor Swift's Wedding is the main event. I hope she has her money secured and he has his because if this doesn't work out. It would be a big money thing. I wouldn't choose Madison Square Garden for a Wedding. Fourth Of July weekend? Too weird. Catherine. She always looks beautiful and she is a lady. I just love her. I folded up clothes and did the dishes. I need to clean the kitchen. I am stuffed up. A half hour ago, I was stuffed up, didn't feel well and I had just ate. I am doing better now. It is hard to go anywhere wearing this boot. Going to the Doctor is a chore right now. I hope after Monday, I can wear my shoes and drive. That's good your brother and Rascal are coming next week. I have been watching The Twilight Zone. There is a 4 day Marathon for this weekend. It started yesterday. Maybe the world will be quiet this weekend. I hope so. A lot of fireworks are going on. I will be watching the ones they show on TV. I am counting my blessings but my problems outweigh my blessings. That is never a good thing. Like Jimmy Buffet's Song Come Monday, it will be alright. I hope so. have a good weekend. Thanks for all you do. Praying for the world. |
Hi on Saturday! Happy 4th of July!  Hope you are feeling good for the holiday weekend! It is really hot here. I didn't sleep much and my back is bothering me. I don't plan on going anywhere until this heat wave subsides. Today is supposed to be the hottest day. They have canceled a lot of the July 4th celebrations because of the heat. Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! News. I hope for peace in the world as I do every day. Maybe this will be the weekend when it all comes together to get in Iran and in Ukraine. The World Cup stuff seems to be very positive so far in bringing people together and having a positive experience for people in the U.S.A. Yay!! I saw a lot of the Taylor Swift wedding guests arrive. I wonder if they will show video of the wedding at some point, like on Netflix or somewhere. I heard that Adam Sandler was their minister. Paul McCartney attended - I would love to see him sing and Stevie Nicks sing. I like Taylor Swift mostly because she writes her own songs. To me, her singing voice is very like Madonna's. I like it, but am more impressed by her song-writing and the instruments she plays. And, I can see that she works hard and puts a lot of effort into things. Plus, I think she is smart enough to protect her money, but this guy has his own money and will probably do something big in sports once he retires from Football. He seems very personable. Royal Family. I saw that Prince William did a podcast interview with the Kelce brothers that came up on youtube yesterday. I had not really seen much of Travis or Jason Kelce before. I thought they were funny and cute with Prince William. Harry and company really made fools of themselves. One day they say they are coming and bringing the kids, the next day not because Charles won't give Harry what he wants. I think people are losing interest - I know that I am. I don't see why they don't just visit privately and quit making a big show of those children being around the royals when they have spent six years bad mouthing the same royals. It makes no sense. I watched a thing on youtube about the making of Breakfast at Tiffany's. It was interesting. Truman Capote didn't want Audrey Hepburn for that part. He wanted Marilyn Monroe, but in the end he changed his mind. All the actors said George Peppard was nasty. I liked learning about it. Well, other than the heatwave and things being canceled, I hope that it is a good 250th celebration of the country for a nice 4th of July! Stay cool if you can and I hope your foot is getting healed! |
| Happy Fourth! We had our cook out. We got rain last night. We may get more today and tonight and tomorrow. Taylor's Wedding is so secretive. I wondered what she wore. YouTube will probably have clips later. I wish her well. I guess the soccer thing is still going on. I haven't been watching it. I hope to watch fireworks later on tonight. I am glad no terrorists attacked this weekend. Peace. We do need that. Trump was talking and they showed a clip of the Presidents Monument in South Dakota with fireworks. I did clean my kitchen and guess who is doing dishes again? me. I always have dishes after a cookout. I have sinus issues. I am still wearing Mr. Boot. I hope Monday, Mr. Boot and I are done. I am listening to music on YouTube. My Elusive Dreams song always gets to me. Reminds me of when my parents and I used to move all the time. We all have elusive dreams. I have what I want. I wish my health was perfect. We go forward and appreciate our blessings. Bella has been happy today. She doesn't know what today is or cares. Not a lot going on. Things are quiet on the site. Hope you are having a good fourth. Praying for better days. Thanks for doing the Campfires with me. |
| Hi on Sunday. It is July 5, 2026. I hope your foot continues to improve and that you are having a good weekend. Give Miss Bella a hug from me! I'm not sure I always know what day it is either.So, today isn't as hot. Rain is needed here, but we don't get it. I am alone, but am okay with it. It is not as difficult as sometimes.. I told my neighbor no church because yesterday when I tried to start the car I couldn't even touch the steering wheel and that was pretty early in the morning. She agreed. For some reason, so far, there is no live streaming of our church service today. Whatever. I hope and pray for peace in the world and relief for those poor people and animals in Venezuela who have suffered another earthquake. At least, now there is some help on the ground there. I am not sure if I saw Taylor's dress or not. I saw her in a wedding dress and it was pretty, but I am not sure it was a current photo. I heard that she and Travis Kelce wore Dior. But they show her in a dress and I am not sure this is the wedding dress because there are no other things on the ceremony, except for a couple of still pictures. I do hope that they find a way to broadcast the wedding so we can see it. And I love the fact that she and her husband gave 26 million dollars to charity. They gave to Dolly Parton's reading charity and also to animal well being charities. Wow. I am becoming more and more of a fan of Taylor Swift. Thank goodness she had the sense to not invite that Blake whatever person. Ick. Not a fan of Harry and Cousin It, either. Harry and cousin it keep saying one day they will visit Charles, the next day they won't. One day, the kids (I am now questioning whether there are kids and if there are, God help them) are coming to see Charles, the next not. Based on my reading of Harry's book, Spare, I think that substances are in the mix. Maybe they imagined they have children. If I was Charles, I would go to Balmoral in Scotland and lock the doors. Here's hoping that Camilla can reason with him. Oh well, the soap opera of the royals continues. I may go back to watching the Crown or Breakfast at Tiffanys. That entertains me pretty well. Take care and I hope that you can stay cool and you get more gentle rain on your pastures! |
| Sunday. I watched fireworks on TV last night. It was a nice 250 Years Celebration. I am glad there wasn't any terrorist attacks. We got rain last night. It may or may not rain today. I hope to get rid of Mr. Boot. I hope the Doctor doesn't get a bone head idea about therapy. I hope they just give me a list of some to do at home. I don't want to go twice a week. I HATE THERAPY! I just hope my foot is healed. Harry and Meghan. They will do anything to get attention. I think they plot and scheme what to say or do next. Sad really. I have sinus issues. I haven't been feeling my best. Maybe when Mr. Boot leaves. That will help. I probably won't be driving for awhile.I will worry about that later. I am going to watch Aaron Spelling Shows this afternoon. I am hooked on Hart to Hart and Fantasy Island. I hope you are feeling well. I am always thinking about you. I appreciate the Breakfast At Tiffanys Merit Badge. Have a good week. Praying for all of us. |
| Hi on Monday. It is July 6. Today is Tom's birthday. I thank God for the blessing that was Tom in my life. I miss him every day. I hope today goes good for you at the Doctor's and you get to remove Mr. Boot. I am cheering for you! When I did rehab for my back and later, my hip, they gave me the stuff to do and showed me, but then I did it pretty much on my own. The insurance doesn't pay for it for very long, if I remember right. Give a hug from me to Miss Bella! I am sure that she is cheering for you, also. This morning I went to the post office and also to the grocery store I like. It's not, but not as hot as it has been. This is the first time I have ventured out in about five or six days. People were driving like maniacs, but that's normal for here. Maybe they have heat confusion or something. A friend called me last night. I had not spoken to him in a long time. It was nice to talk to him. We have been friends for a long time. It made me feel better to chit chat. He is more my friend than Tom's, but Tom met and liked him, too. It was just a nice thing that I wasn't really expecting so that is a good thing. News. I have no idea. I want in the world and I heard that President Trump will meet with the Ukraine guy later in the week. That's got to be a good thing, right?Royals I heard a lady on Youtube (who I enjoy on her podcast, which is called "Sueme") call Harry a "Sockpuppet" and she calls Meghan "Nutmeg". LoL I heard some kind of a report this morning that said that the King rescinded the invitation to those two ingrates to stay in one of the palaces. Apparently, it's not good enough and Harry wants Windsor (which is where William lives) The King supposedly said "no way." So Mr. Whining Harry is going to try and get even by staying at Diana's childhood home, Althorpe. I guess he wants to hurt Charles. I hope that Charles is tougher than that. I wonder if this stuff is true or if someone makes it all up and some of it ends up being true and most not. I wonder if they have hired actors to portray their children. I no longer believe that they honestly have children. Just unbelievable, but interesting to see how mean they will try to be. Diana was never like that. Or, at least it didn't seem that way. Harry is too challenged to hide his vicious nature. Charles offered him Buckingham Palace to stay in and Harry said no. What a tool. I bet Camilla will be relieved when those two fly on their broomsticks back to California. Honestly. I watched some more of the July 4th concert A Capital Fourth. I thought it was good, although the fireworks were from Mt. Vernon instead of the Mall so I couldn't see Arlington very well this year. I guess it's because of Trump fixing the Reflecting pool at the Washington Monument. Maybe, I'll be able to see it next year. Take care and good luck at the Drs Office today!! |
| Thinking of you on Tom's Birthday. My heartis with you. Hugs. I went to the Foot Doctor. I wear the boot for 4 hours a day and wear shoes. The xrays went alright. The technician was nice. No one was rude today. I am healed but I still need Mr. Boot part time. I will still be sore at times. I won't be driving. August 17. I go back to the Doctor. Maybe I will be normal sooner then that. I hope so. It takes three months to heal. I guess I need to be thankful I can walk. I heard a apartment building was bombed in Ukraine. It looked awful. Harry is a sock puppet. That I believe. Harry doesn't want the palace. Does he want to be King? No surprise there. Charles isn't happy with him. Harry. He doesn't want to come home. He just wants to whine. Sad really. Let Harry stay at Diane's house. Maybe her spirit can talk to him. He isn't listening otherwise. Trump wants to build a golf course by the Washington DC sites. He is being selfish. Leave Washington DC the way it is. Too bad the leaders aren't beautiful like Washington DC. 80 some Degrees. No rain it is cloudy. Ray got misted on yesterday. That's nice your friend called you. I haven't heard from anyone lately. I can't go out much. Maybe since I can wear my shoes for a few hours, I can go out for awhile. I do need to get a blood test and see the Doctor. Everything is Doctor. Again, wishing Tom a Happy Birthday. Thanks for all you do. Enjoy YouTube. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is July 7. 7/7/26. Yay, you are making great progress in your healing. Tip of the horns to Mr. Boot. Now, you can ease off and you are healing all the time. Do you have to do any rehabs? Maybe it is walking that is the rehab part for a foot being broken? Give Miss Bella a hug from me! Yesterday was rough, but I got through it. I remembered to be thankful that Tom was as good as he was for as long as he was. He really had 12 good years that the doctors didn't expect him to have. It's a process getting through special days like his birthday. Some days are more difficult than others. My brother and Rascal are planning on coming tomorrow for a short visit. I am looking forward to that. It is nice of them to come. Rascal always makes me smile. News. Peace is what I want. Peace, not golf courses or buildings. Peace in Iran and peace in Ukraine. Royals. Yay for Charles. He finally put his foot down. I like him when he asserts himself and doesn't act like Harry's doormat. Harry acts like a spoiled brat, not giving them a definitive answer on whether he would stay at Buckingham Palace. He was just trying to get to stay at Windsor so he could bother William. I love that Buckingham Palace told him there's no room for him there. About time that those big doors were shut in his face. Today, Harry lost in a big court case. Things are starting to catch up to those two knuckleheads. Harry is disappointing his own kids (if they are real) but he can't see the forest for the trees. All he can do is whine because Charles won't give in to him. It is a difficult thing that Charles did, standing up to Harry. Harry was trying to use his kids to get his way and now, supposedly, even the kids are upset with him. Interesting turn of events as the tables have turned on Harry and Meghan in a big way. What Harry didn't realize is that Charles has interests and things to do (unlike Harry, who I gather sits around a lot getting high) and he's not attached yet to those kids. Maybe he has realized that it's better to keep a safe distance in reality and emotionally. I am so glad for your good news about your foot. I am dancing carefully on my HOOves with joy! Take it easy and keep on healing!!   |
| Mr. Boot is on but he is leaving in a little bit for the day. I wish the Foot Doctor would give me a list of what I can and can't do. I don't have to go to Rehab. Rehab doesn't work for me. I am walking on my own. It is hard to walk in the boot. I don't know when I will drive again. I will ease into it later. My friend called. She is home. She is coming over Monday and bringing over pizza. We are going to play games. I miss Mom when she said games. We used to have Game night. So much has changed. My son text me. He has a spur in his heel. He goes in for a xray tomorrow. Ray went to Walmart this morning. I got a mcGriddle. Bella got cheese.My cousin text. She went to a wedding in New Mexico. She sent a picture. The men wore cowboy hats and it looked like Dallas. I didn't see JR. Ha. Ha. Harry. Charles is giving him the boot. I will give him my boot. Harry should accept what his father offers him. I heard on TV he still has charges against him. He and Cousin Itt were prancing around. Her smile. Yikes! She is the wicked witch in a fairytale. Harry keeps the Royals in the news. I am glad you got through yesterday. Things can get rough on holidays and the person's Birthday who has died. Tom was with you. I need to go pur mist myself. My sinuses still. Hopefully, things well get better. Have a good day. Thanks for all you do. Later. |
| Hi on Wednesday. It is July 8, 2026. I hope that it is a good day for you and you feel perky. You are making such wonderful progress with your healing. I guess the main thing is to be careful and take your time getting around. Mr. Boot has done good work, but it's time for him to fade into the closet soon. But yay for healing!! Give Miss Bella a nice pet from me please! My brother and Rascal are on their way here. They will be here later on this afternoon. I went out to the bank early. It is a little cooler here than it has been, but very humid. We are still in a drought, though and they are implementing water restrictions. Always something. I straightened up a little and cleaned a little. It will be nice to have them here as it is good to not be alone all the time. I am glad to hear you will have a nice game night next week. That sounds good, especially with pizza for a treat. News. I wish for . This summer reminds me of when I was a kid. I wished for peace then, too, but we didn't get it until Nixon left town. Then Ford came and he took care of and ended that horrible Vietnam War. Enough is enough with Iran and with Ukraine. Royals. Here is what I want to see a video of. I want to see Harry and Cousin It knock on the door of one of the castles like Balmoral. They won't have the kids with them because the kids are imaginary kids they dreamed up when Harry was high and Nutmeg was drinking. Charles and Camilla will come to the door and Camilla will have a long cigarette holder, blowing smoke. Charles and Camilla will yell, "no one's home!" and slam the door. Princess Anne will come up behind Harry and Cousin It and she will tell them she has work tending horses that they can do to earn their way back, but they don't want to hear it. They slink and slither away. The word "work" makes them shrink into puddles. The End. I hope that Charles hangs tough. I couldn't believe he actually said no to Harry staying in Buckingham Palace with no notice. Hopefully, he will know he did the right thing finally. Yay, Charles. Never thought I would say or think that really, but Yay, he's had quite a year so far. Hope his recovery continues well! Harry and Meghan are mean to Charles and Catherine, who have cancer. They shouldn't have acted the way they have. Something is really wrong there and I don't think normal people would want to hang around them. It should be interesting to see what develops. I hope you have a nice day and continue your steady recovery. Give my best to Mr. Boot! |
| It is Wednesday. I get through another day. I am all stuffed up. Mr. Boot is off for the day. I hope things will be alright. I have things to do next week. I did get the bathrooms clean. That is progress. Harry. King Charles isn't giving in to him and that's good. I like your scenario about Harry and Meghan showing up and King Charles won't allow them in. I don't know. They blew it. They didn't care about Princess Catherine. So sad. It is a mess. Princess Anne may have a thing or two to tell them. Trump. The war with Iran. Are we still at war? I don't know. I pray for peace. I hate waking up to news especially bad news.It is in the 70s. May be in the 90s next week. I do hope your brother and Rascal are there with you. I hope you get to do fun things. Ray went to Therapy today. He has one or two sessions left. How are you feeling? How is your back? Tomorrow is your Birthday. I am glad your brother is spending it with you. Rascal can give you kisses. Happy Birthday! I can't get the cake symbol to come up. Enjoy your day. Have a good day. Thanks for all you do. Praying for better days. |
| Hi on Thursday. It is July 9, 2026. My you-know-what, as you know! Thank you for all the lovely things you have done to make my birthday special. You make it fun here every day of the year to write with you and be friends. It means a lot to me! What nice birthday surprises!! Hope you feel good today and Mr. Ray does, as well. I hope that the healing of the foot continues with help from Mr. Boot! Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! It's been an up and down day so far, but that's normal for every day around here. Rascal is a joy - he makes everybody smile. I think that the owner next door is going to try to sell and not rent. Maybe that will be a good thing. Her landscapers "borrowed" my yard waste bin without asking. I would have said yes, but it's the principle of the thing. I think we might go for smash burgers in a little while. Counting my blessings. News. Wars continue. I wish they would settle things and get peaceful. Royals. Charles was driving around in a tank. That was funny. It made me smile. Like he was going to war against Harry or something. It's hot and muggy today, but that's July for us. Take care and enjoy your Thursday! Stay cool if you can! |
Happy Birthday!    Put on your hats and enjoy your day.Bonnie Tyler died. I always loved her music. We had a minor earthquake by Chicago which is 2 hours away. They say it happened under Lake Michigan. On the news, they say if you felt it, it rattled your house. It felt like something rattled the China Hutch. I don't know. I am still stuffed up. I get arthritis pain. Summer has been rough. Wearing the boot. I still wear it 6 hours a day but I have to wear it and cut back on the hours I wear it. I don't walk like me. Not that I have walked great since my replacement. I hope it all works out. I want to go out next week and just wear shoes. I can't hack the boot. Enough of me. I hope you went out for burgers and got something special. I hope Rascal is enjoying his visit. Charles driving a tank. Wow. I am surprised Harry and Meghan didn't want to drive tanks as well. I had to laugh. Sorry, the next door neighbor borrowed your trash bin without asking. Neighbors in the trailer court used to steal my decorated Halloween bags shaped like pumpkins and ghosts. They took a bucket once. I hope the wars are over but they seem to drag on. I don't get it. I pray for all of us. I do hope you are having a great Birthday.    Enjoy your day with your brother and Rascal. Glad they came for your special day. You are special to me and we're one of the first friends I had here and that means a lot. Thank you. I am happy we do Campfires and are beautiful friends. I will be doing a new Campfire in 2 weeks. Let's call it Crossroads: The Days Of Our Lives. Later. |
| Hi on Friday. It is July 10, 2026. I hope that it is a good day for you and you feel better and better and the pain subsides. Thank you for all the lovely things you did for my Birthday. We have been friends a long time and our friendship means a lot to me! You are a true blessing to my life! Never forget that!! I hope that Mr. Boot behaves as you work to lessen the time with him. Give Miss Bella Kitty a big hug from HOOves! My brother left for home earlier this morning. It was a short visit. His tooth is bothering him - he needs to get it pulled. It started to hurt worse. I hope the Dentist (who he actually likes) can work him in. She got him all upset that the tooth is bad when it didn't hurt. One of those deals. He is traveling up to NY and PA next week so he needs to get the tooth pulled and get the antibiotics started. I had a nice visit with them. We have to sit outside at the Smash Burger place because of Rascal and it made it too hot to eat. Yesterday was a scorcher. Rascal is a joy! I love having him here. He had a cute summer haircut going on. I heard about Bonnie Tyler. That is sad. What a loss to music. She definitely had a memorable voice. Earthquakes are tricky. I was high in a hotel, on the 10th floor sleeping when one hit and the whole building swayed. The light fixture went back and forth and the sounds was like a train going by vibrating the building. I think rattling is what happens at some level. Yikes - isn't that unusual there where you are? I guess they can happen most anywhere. News. I want peace to take hold this summer, but Iran and Ukraine don't seem to want peace . I do believe that Trump wants peace. I think Putin doesn't care and the Ukraine guy is making a lot of moola out of staying at war.Royals. First Meghan is coming, then not, then she is, then not, now they say she is with the invisible children. I mean does she think people care that much about it? That's what confuses me. Those two are not nice. But I think that beyond being mean to her father and the royal family, I think things are not great for their kids. How could they be. Those kids are related directly to the royal family they have never met. Same with Thomas Markle Sr. I think if Charles sticks to his position of not putting up with their nonsense it will be good for him. If he gives in, Harry will push for more. Personally, I believe that Harry needs to go for a serious stint in rehab for whatever substance is going on there. He admitted doing that a lot in his book, Spare. I hope everything works out your friend's visit next week and you feel better for it. Try and take it as easy as you can this weekend. Looking forward to our new campfire! Yay!! Thank you for doing that! I'm excited to start it! Take care and stay cool, if you can! |
| I am glad you had a good Birthday. I was happy to give you WDC gifts and greetings. Sorry, your brother and Rascal couldn't stay longer. Glad you got to go out for burgers. No rain yesterday. We got thunder at 1:00 AM. It may rain tonight.A day of Mr. Boot and me along with arthritis. We do what we can. Earthquakes aren't common here. We had a small one over 30years ago. I was at my father-in-law's house and his swinging plant was shaking and so was the house. In Tennessee in Smyrna, the house shook when my parents and I lived there. I heard the rattle the other day. I sure don't want an earthquake. If a big earthquake hits California and Yellowstone, it could set off the Mississippi River and lake Michigan and I am 40 miles away from Lake Michigan. The small earthquake was under Lake Michigan by Chicago. I don't like that. You being on the tenth floor. Yikes. Harry and Meghan are a joke and they can't figure that out. How sad. Harry needs to get a divorce and get back with his family. We do need a President who wants to keep peace. I wear my Peace sign necklaces and pearls. I listen to Vietnam Protest songs. I honor Dad and think about what Vietnam did to me and Dad's relationship. We were okay the past 25 years and I am glad of that. I feel like watching Forest Gump when I get like this. Okay. Moving on. Let's hope Iran decides to play nice.Bella has been quiet today. Have a good day. Thanks for agreeing to the next Campfire. I keep hoping maybe life will be better for everyone. Enjoy the weekend. |
| Hi on Saturday. It is a whole week since 4th of July. That is kind of amazing to me. It is July 11, 2026. It is supposed to be hot today, but normal hot, not crazy hot like last week. I got a good night's sleep pretty much, which is kind of unusual. I went to sleep early, woke up a few times, but went right back to sleep every time. Nice for a change. I hope you feel better today and are improving every day, steadily now. Hope you will feel good for your visitor next week. Give my hugs to Miss Bella Kitty! The house next door has a for sale sign and people have been looking. I can't tell anything about who will live there. It's better that they are trying to sell it rather than rent it out I think. I wish the people who had lived there would have bought it, but the owner was too slow making repairs. She's making them now to sell it so it's dumb on her part. They are better off in a larger house that doesn't back up to a busy road, though. I can see that is true and I have to be happy for them and their beloved pup, although sad for me. Everything is so dry here because of the drought. The yard guy hasn't been around in a while, but I do have some weeds. I don't know what's up with him. Sometimes, he goes to the beach this time of year so maybe that's what's going on. News. I cannot stand politics. I got so I was interested in that, a little after Covid, but not now. I also do not want to pay attention to world leaders because I do not think they care about their military and that is hard. Hard for normal people to carry the burden of leaders who do not care. I think and hope that President Trump cares. I hope he doesn't prove me wrong. Royals. I hope that the nice, hard working royals can have a nice summer break in Scotland or where they like to be. I hope that the weird royals with the invisible kids keep quiet for a while. Maybe Prince William will come over for the World Cup Final if England makes it there. That would be nice. For a lot of reasons, I am glad that Tom's and my birthday week are behind us. There is someone in my life who still goes out of their way to be mean when the opportunity is there. I make an effort in a forgiving direction for Tom's sake, but time marches on and things those times they do change things and feelings. Maybe I should take on some of the advice I would give King Charles, if he asked me. He won't ask me, but I face a similar challenge. Whatever happens, going forward, it is good that we have some great music from our younger days to listen to. Stay cool and keep on healing! Regards to Mr. Boot! |
| Happy Saturday! Ray and I changed the cat box. He vacuumed for me. I did dishes and cleaned the kitchen. He just went to Bob Evans to pick up supper. I ordered turkey and he ordered fish. No rain. It is somewhat cloudy.I saw Harry and Meghan on TV. Ray says there's your friends. I said not my friends. They are coming to England. Poor William and Catherine. I hope they will behave. I heard Iran wants to kill Trump. I am sure we will be fighting back. Like seriously. We are more powerful. I have been watching The Waltons today. I don't have anyone I am fighting with. At Church, there is one woman I avoid. She hasn't crossed me. I sit in the back. I pray to God because I can't love this person. She caused my friend and her sister to get in a fight. She was kicked out of every church in our small town. I can't go to Church right now but I hope to be better to do so in August. I know what you mean about people. They have a way of upsetting you. I hope you get some nice neighbors and they have a dog that likes to visit. I hope you are having a good day. I hope you are feeling well. I am wearing my boot. After supper, the boot is leaving. I will wear it tomorrow. Hope your weekend is quiet and no storms. Thanks for all you do. Hopefully, the world will be quiet. Later, my Dear. |
| Hi on Sunday. It is already July 12, 2026. We move through July. Did you have a hot turkey sandwich? That sounds so good from Bob Evans. Yum yum. If only we would get a Bob Evans here. Dream on Hooves. I hope it is a good day for you and that your foot is getting noticeably better each day. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! Storms are predicted here, but we need the rain very much. So, I just hope it isn't violent storms, just plenty of rain type storms. I went to church with my neighbor. It was good that we went. I did not feel like doing it, but I did and then I was glad that I did. One of those type deals. There is someone that goes to my church that my neighbor doesn't like, but I don't care about her, except she is really loud at weird times during the service. But she hasn't been there for a while. If she sits near us, my neighbor usually wants to move. Fine with me. News. I was surprised to see that Lindsay Graham had passed away. He is one of the senators in our neighboring state. Didn't know he was ill. I hope for peace. I hope we don't end up with ground troups in Iran and with them reinstating the draft. Surely not, but who knows. Iran is awful, but everyone has known that for almost 50 years. They never keep their word on things. Royals. I heard that Charles ended up meeting up with those two idiots and their invisible kids at his estate in Highgrove. All I can say is, Poor William and Poor Catherine. Poor Camilla having to put up with that trash she's married into. William, Catherine and Camilla do everything right and they get the shaft. I believe that Harry and that thing he's with need to sober up and go into rehab. Maybe that is what this is about. Maybe Charles will give them money to bail them out. He better be prepared to do it again and again. It is gross if they get away with all the bad things they have done. I don't understand how Charles thinks. Diana seemed to think some of his ideas weren't the greatest, also. This is a big mistake when he was finally standing up to these bullies. Then, he folds. I don't get it. It was good to go to church today. It seems like a good way to start the week. Hope so, anyway. Take care and I hope you keep improving how you feel. Give my regards to Mr. Boot! Soon to be bye bye Boot! |
| Sunday. It is 80 Degrees. I haven't done a whole lot. Once I take Mr. Boot off, I can do things. Seems like Harry and Meghan whine and get what they want. It isn't fair. Charles is King and he needs to put Harry and Meghan in their place. I hope he does. I just had the turkey meal last night. It was like Thanksgiving. Bella barely ate any of the turkey and she loves turkey.Tomorrow my friend comes over. We will play games. I heard that Lindsey man Senator passed away. I don't know what is with the war. Trump. He keeps thinking he can make America great again. It isn't working that way. I pray things go better. I like to think I am doing better. It could take awhile. My summer has been lousy. The construction. I wouldn't want to drive right now. This is the worse summer I have had in years. I pray when my foot gets healed maybe things will be back to normal. I watched my Aaron Spelling Shows. I think we will start the new Campfire next weekend. We should reach 300 by then. I hope you are feeling well. I am glad your brother spent your Birthday with you. Rascal too. Have a good day and week. Thanks for all you do. |
| Hi on Monday. It is July 13, 2026. I hope that you feel better today and that your foot is getting better so that you notice it improving. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! I am grateful that my brother and Rascal came and visited me so I was not alone on my birthday. We watched baseball together and this show called Death in Paradise. It was nice to have company and now I am alone again, but somehow I am getting better with that. There are people who are nice and then those that aren't. Church was good yesterday - I felt good about going. Today is rainy, but I went to McDonalds just to get out. I read some stuff I wrote while Tom was so ill. It tells me a lot about who I am dealing with in one instance. Maybe I needed my recollection to be refreshed. News. I am sad about Senator Lindsay Graham. He had just returned from Ukraine. He was trying to negotiate peace there and peace in Iran, too. He was working on that too hard. He was really trying. I hope that someone will keep trying in his memory. It seems like maybe he can be a spirit now and guide things in a positive way. He was good to his sister and pretty much raised her and was always there for her, I hear. At least, he didn't suffer with illness for a long time. I think it took him quickly and was the same sort of thing that took John Ritter. A tear in the heart muscle. Royals. I figure that Charles has his hands full with having Harry for a son. In a weird way, I think that cousin It doesn't have an easy life putting up with that guy. I don't think he's nice or smart. I think he is mean and selfish. I heard a report that said that he is asking Elton John to pay for his debts with the court case he just lost. What nerve. I predict that eventually Cousin It will write her memoirs and make a lot of moola and say bye bye to Harry. I'm not convinced that there are children. I see them both in rehab eventually, then rinse and repeat. I wonder who will raise those two kids when that happens. Maybe Eugenie or Beatrice. I don't see it having a positive outcome though. But you never know. Whenever you want to start the new campfire is fine with me. I am excited! Take care and I hope you have a feel-good start to your week and you have fun with your game night friend! |
| My friend came over today. We had Pizza Hut Pizza and white cake. We played a new card game Skyjoy. We played Upwords and Skipbo. I thought of Mom when we were playing games. We had a nice afternoon. I sat on the dining room chair and got a backache. I still have foot pain. My friend has arthritis. She couldn't believe how hot it is. It is 90 Degrees. It will be all week. It was nice to see my friend. Harry wants Elton John to pay his debts. He knows Elton loved his mother as a best friend. He will use that to his advantage. Why did Harry and Meghan blow all their money? They would definitely have someone else raise their kids. Someday, Meghan will leave Harry. Harry always looks like a werewolf. I should be nice. I guess we will stay tuned for the next chapter. Ray went to Walmart. I was awake early. My friend went home late. Bella didn't know what to think of our guest but she behaved. We gave her some cat food because she was following us around wanting pizza. I knew she wouldn't eat it. She doesn't like sausage and pepperoni. Dogs do.Glad you went to McDonalds. Have a good week. I hope the world will be a better place. Later. |
| Hi on Tuesday. It is July 14, 2026. Bastille Day in France. Happy Bastille Day. It is a National Holiday there and everything is closed. I found that out the hard way traveling there as a young person, many moons ago. Hope you feel good today and that your friends visit is going well. Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! Boo never had pizza (but she would have wanted anything food related) because she had to watch it for her pancreatitis flare ups. She ate dog chow, carrots, green beans and apple slices, once she was diagnosed. Today, earlier, I went to the post office, then Target and the good grocery store, then to get gas in my car. People were pretty nice out and about. News. I hope and pray for peace in Iran and in Ukraine. I don't know if that is what leaders in those countries want. I think that might be the problem. Maybe the spirit of Lindsay Graham will guide the leaders to peace. Maybe Trump needs a little nudge from Senator Graham's ghost. Royals. I think that the kids that Meghan and Harry have are probably related to Charles if Harry is related to Charles? I guess they exist or else Charles and Camilla would say they weren't there. Or would they? It is hard to believe that Meghan hasn't opened her big yap to People Magazine about what went on at the "family" reunion. I saw Catherine, William, George and Charlotte went to the Wimbledon finals. Catherine awarded the trophy to the Italian guy who won. It was nice. They didn't involve themselves in the visiting moochers. I think that Elton John has a lot of moola. I bought all his albums. I didn't buy Goodbye Yellow Brick Road so he could bail out Harry. Maybe he has close to a billion. You know who else has more than a billion? William. Harry really wants to make up with William, according to royal commentators. I'll bet he does. But William did not get shorted in the brains department. He has common sense. Look who he married. Then, I look at who Harry married. Case closed. I wish she had been a nice, hardworking American lady. But no. Not happening there in the nice department. No one seems to be home. Well, we hope for better things and nice ceremonies for the royals that we can enjoy once the rif-raff goes home. I heard a rumor that they visited Diana's Grave with the invisible kids. *Shudder* Take care and I hope you have a good day and feel well. Hope you are planning another game night - pizza sounds yummy! Sheet cake, too!! Yum Yum!!! |
A hot day. 91 Degrees. I think I am feeling better. I am able to reduce hours wearing the boot. Tomorrow, I will wear the boot  for awhile. I hope I get better. A holiday in France. Bastille Day. I didn't have plans to go to France today. We all need holidays. Harry and Meghan's kids. I wonder how much time they spend with them. Sad really. They keep them hidden. Catherine is like Princess Diana. She is there with her kids. I imagine King Charles is stressed out with his family. I feel sorry for him. I Never thought I would see that day. William got a great wife. She is a Lady and cares about everyone. Elton John. I never liked Yellow Brick Road and Bennie and the Jets. I love his other songs. I love when Daphne dresses up like him on Frazier, I also like when Barbara dresses up like him on One Day at A Time. I bet Elton has a billion or two. My friend and I will visit as much as possible. I have been so down. My problem right now and I try to go forward without Mom. I pray things get better for everyone. I hope you are feeling good. I need to get a blood test Thursday. I need to get my Vitamin B12 Shot. Have a good day. Thanks for all you do. |
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