What a nice day I had.    I spent parts of it with Bart.   Barb is at her quilting retreat (Well deserved) so Bart and I had things planned over the weekend.    Today,  we rested in the morning as Bart did not feel too well, but this afternoon, we went to Octoberfest here in Lawton.  We had a great time listening to the music and eating brats and just  chattering.

We also did some checking on my phone to see why I have so much trouble with it.  We have some solutions.

We got to his house at about 4PM.  Then he stopped by this evening for a bit.   He misses his Barbara and I miss someone too so to just be "with" is a good thing.

We have had the most beautiful weather. 

I can't believe that I will be leaving for Chicago in four days.

Dia Dhuit

Mary

A happy day.    Bart and I drove down to the Wells Fargo Bank in Wichita Falls and I have paid off the mortgage on this house.   We sent a certified check which will be received on Monday so as of Monday I will be free of debt again.   Ya Hoo!

I also consolidated a couple of accounts as long as I was there.    Now, I will be setting up a funeral trust in the next week or two, then investing the rest of the proceeds.   Dick would be so pleased that I don't have a house payment any more.

It was rather chilly today, never got over the low 70s.   Actually, it was in the low 50s when I took Mr. Nicky out this morning.   Nice for walking, except that it was quite windy as we had a storm go through during the night.   No hail or damage here.  Thank heavens.   So sorry for the people on the east coast.   We need to pray.

Barbara is at a quilting retreat this weekend.   So glad for her.   She really needed some time and will enjoy that so much.   Bart and I are going to Octoberfest here in Lawton tomorrow.   That will be fun.

Dia dhuit

Mary

It was HOT today and muggy.  But altogether not a bad day.  I went to Mass and Bible Study this morning and got a lot of people praying for me.   I am still having trouble with my tummy.

Then I  came home after grocery shopping and worked on some business.  

Bart and Barb were here this evening for a while.  Always happy to have bodies in the house.  Bart is going to take me for my tests tomorrow.  I would be fine, but it is nice to have someone along.   As my friend Kathy always said.  Two sets of ears are better than one.

DiaDhuit

Mary

Just a note as it is 9:30PM and I just got home from Writer's Club.     I read a couple of Matt's poems and one of my own which will go in our anthology.   Heard some good stories too.  Most of these people write fantasy/Sci Fi, interesting and good writing, but not my main expertise.   As they are willing to listen to and critique my poems, I am glad to be a part of the whole.

Had a new cleaning lady start today.   She was recommended by Barbara and seems very efficient.   She does this for a living so it will be more dependable and consistent.

I went to the doctor this afternoon because of the pain I have been having in my stomach and some other symptoms.   We are waiting for the results of a couple of tests and I have to go talk to they doctor that did my colonoscopy to see if I need the stomach scoped.   I may have an ulcer and of course we can't have that hanging on:)

I got my flu shot while I was there.

That is all.

Pray that my tummy feels better.  I can use all the help I can get!!!

Dia Dhuit

Mary

An extremely quiet day.  No appointments.   BUT my friend, Kate, called and we had a very good conversation.   Haven't talked to her for quite some time so we had a lot to catch up on.

Our bible study leader, Judy, is gone this week and assigned myself and Mary Beth to lead the Wednesday morning meeting which is also the first week of the Parish Bible Study  of the Good News of God's Mercy (Luke)   So after I read and studied a bit, I called Mary Beth.   We talked and have come to an agreement of how to approach the day.   Sure will be glad to have Judy back next week, but we will do just fine.   After all, Jesus is supposed to be in charge:)  RIGHT.

Tomorrow is extremely busy.   Will tell you about that tomorrow after Writer's club.

Dia Dhuit

Mary

I am surely going to sleep well tonight.    I went with Barb, this afternoon, to walk in the 11th Annual Spirit of Survival Walk.    The walk culminates the end of a day that begins with a half and quarter marathon and a 5K run.     Then in the afternoon, they have Kids Marathon and end with the mile spirit walk.  Barb did the quarter marathon and did it in 55 minute.   Ya Hoo to Barb.   I was not up to getting to the park by 6AM in the morning to walk or run at 7:30AM.

BUT I wanted to participate in this wonderful fundraiser.  So walked a mile.   I have a neat yellow t shirt and a medal.   I am so proud.  Barb as a survivor wears a red shirt.   She is a true wonder.   Even helping people on the walk who got too tired.     We are truly blessed to have her.

I went to mass this morning and stopped for coffee and donuts afterwards.   I like that here.   This is how I have met many of the parishioners.  With that and Bible Study, I ALMOST feel at home.   It does take a while though, doesn't it?   This isn't my first rodeo.

Dia Dhuit

Mary