It has been a busy day. I had an 9 AM hair cut. Terri does a good job and is right down town in Plymouth. She is interested in CWI too. With her business, she keeps emailing that she hated to miss the events after they are over. Everything unto its time.
Then I went to the Sheboygan Clinic for my appointment with Dr. Leben about my arm. I got there at 10:15am for my 11:45AM appointment. Good work, right? They couldn't fit me in, but they did try. So I went to the Glas House Coffee shop for a cappuccino and wrote out the bones of a poem that I need to have done by the end of February. Assignment poems need to whirl around in what is left of my brain for a while and often collide with inspiration. I like this beginning and have plenty of time to hone and rewrite.
My appointment went well I think. Apparently, sometimes shots are the only way but we are still hoping that my muscles, ligaments or nerves, whichever it is will calm. She got a new spot in my arm itself to try to get rid of that pain. She is supportive of the therapist who will evaluate me at Generations for suggested exercising. I always love it when one of my neighbors, well meaning but thinks that anything that worked for her should work for everybody, tells me what I should be doing.
Anyway, I am in a LOT of pain now because the night of the shots and sometimes the next day are a bit hard.
Home again, my niece, Vikki, called. She was on her way home from seeing Jacquie and things are not good. She has her good times, Vikki experienced one while she was there. But other problems cause sever mood swings and then she becomes very angry and suspicious. Vikki doesn't see how she can ever go home. Poor Todd. Vikki talked to her Uncle Dick, my ex, and he actually was talking. He doesn't know what he is going to do. He says he has nobody. I don't think he realizes that the boys, especially Bart are concerned for him. Bart will do as much as he can. Neither of them can have him live with them. Dick will have to share his situation with them so they can work it out.
Another worry. Just because I divorced him doesn't mean I don't care. He fathered my children and he is a human being in need of help.
Guess that is all for now.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
A bit of humor.
"Why does it take five Irishmen to change a light bulb? One to change the bulb. Four to remark about how GRAND the old bulb was." www.irelandcalling.ie
That is why it is a good thing if at least five people are around when you die. One to bury you and five to remark about how grand you were.
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Tuesday
We had snow today. Not as much as predicted but snow in any case. This means that it was somewhat warm, but we are being told that the cold is coming back. Not the sub zero but below 20 degrees. Sometimes I wonder why I came back to Wisconsin. I left because I was young and looking for adventure. Sunny California was sure nice for chilly bones. Wouldn't like to live there now. But getting away from these winters would be a joy.
I went grocery shopping this morning. The first time for myself since before Christmas. I still didn't need much. I stocked up on some paper products and needed some salad items and cat food.
Home again, I finished getting all the Christmas items downstairs and I cleaned and sorted the Christmas boxes and have that wall of shelves all organized. I put ribs and sauerkraut into the crock pot this morning for supper. It was really good.
Tomorrow I get a hair cut and have a doctor appointment. Sure hope Dr. Leben has some hope for my arm. I am pretty discouraged myself.
So the living room is back to its non Christmas status and I feel good about that. Saturday I will be making pasties with my Celtic Friends. Not as many as last time. If you want to come, grab a couple of root veggies and come on over.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
I went grocery shopping this morning. The first time for myself since before Christmas. I still didn't need much. I stocked up on some paper products and needed some salad items and cat food.
Home again, I finished getting all the Christmas items downstairs and I cleaned and sorted the Christmas boxes and have that wall of shelves all organized. I put ribs and sauerkraut into the crock pot this morning for supper. It was really good.
Tomorrow I get a hair cut and have a doctor appointment. Sure hope Dr. Leben has some hope for my arm. I am pretty discouraged myself.
So the living room is back to its non Christmas status and I feel good about that. Saturday I will be making pasties with my Celtic Friends. Not as many as last time. If you want to come, grab a couple of root veggies and come on over.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Monday, January 13, 2014
This has been a very busy Monday.
First I had to go to the bank and Walgreens on the way to Sheboygan Falls for a couple of errands for Mother. I got to Blessed Trinity just on time, though we do operate a bit on Irish time and I am using that cushion.
We are, as I mentioned, studying the Book of Acts of the Apostle. Very interesting. We are in Chapter 4 Verses 30 and on when the disciples of Jesus had joined together and pooled everything and it was wonderful and no one was in need or hungry. We discussed the fact that even so close to the time that Jesus was among them, this utopia did not last too long. The trouble with utopia is that someone has to be in charge and also some people be their nature will allow everybody else to do everything. Power brings problems and corruption and so does apathy and laziness. We also discussed that this is actually communism which in its pure form seems like an ideal way to live. Unfortunately there are always people on both ends of the scale who will take advantage of the situation.
Then I went to Mom's. She is fine. Kind of tired and is having some trouble remembering things. It seems to be because she doesn't always hear things or because of her tiredness it doesn't stick. She is still reading the paper as best she can and keeping up with news. We got her bills paid and I put a few things back in their places from Christmas. She does not like to wait. Always sweet about it but sometimes I just do things because I don't like her fretting about it.
Then I went to pick up Sy Regan and we went to the Sheboygan Writers together. That was fun. I did have a short poem to read. I have been rather dry the past month of so but did write one on my way home from OK.
I am not putting it here as I may want to submit it somewhere and they want unpublished items.
I would like to share one of my brother Matt's poems. I have been reading them lately.
THE NOMAD
the nomad has
been had
his hiways have been used
and he's been refused
in the bars
and saloons
of a society
he never made
the nomad has
been had
all thru these recent years
and has cried too many tears
because all he hears
is how the
nomad
has been had
His poems were usually dark and he used no capital letters or punctuation.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
First I had to go to the bank and Walgreens on the way to Sheboygan Falls for a couple of errands for Mother. I got to Blessed Trinity just on time, though we do operate a bit on Irish time and I am using that cushion.
We are, as I mentioned, studying the Book of Acts of the Apostle. Very interesting. We are in Chapter 4 Verses 30 and on when the disciples of Jesus had joined together and pooled everything and it was wonderful and no one was in need or hungry. We discussed the fact that even so close to the time that Jesus was among them, this utopia did not last too long. The trouble with utopia is that someone has to be in charge and also some people be their nature will allow everybody else to do everything. Power brings problems and corruption and so does apathy and laziness. We also discussed that this is actually communism which in its pure form seems like an ideal way to live. Unfortunately there are always people on both ends of the scale who will take advantage of the situation.
Then I went to Mom's. She is fine. Kind of tired and is having some trouble remembering things. It seems to be because she doesn't always hear things or because of her tiredness it doesn't stick. She is still reading the paper as best she can and keeping up with news. We got her bills paid and I put a few things back in their places from Christmas. She does not like to wait. Always sweet about it but sometimes I just do things because I don't like her fretting about it.
Then I went to pick up Sy Regan and we went to the Sheboygan Writers together. That was fun. I did have a short poem to read. I have been rather dry the past month of so but did write one on my way home from OK.
I am not putting it here as I may want to submit it somewhere and they want unpublished items.
I would like to share one of my brother Matt's poems. I have been reading them lately.
THE NOMAD
the nomad has
been had
his hiways have been used
and he's been refused
in the bars
and saloons
of a society
he never made
the nomad has
been had
all thru these recent years
and has cried too many tears
because all he hears
is how the
nomad
has been had
His poems were usually dark and he used no capital letters or punctuation.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Sunday, January 12, 2014
Sunday
Today was Sunday all day. I went to Mass this morning. The School Kids planned and did all the readings and led the singing for the Mass. It was very impressive. It is Catholic School week so we were all invited to visit the school. I had to get going though. I took communion to my neighbors, Tom and Rita. They had to take their grandson home so wanted to leave before noon. Keep them in your prayers. Rita looks pretty good but is obviously more frail. I think she is at peace.
Rita gave me a Christmas gift. I think she likes to thank me. I feel that it is such a privilege to carry Jesus in my very own car to share in some one's very own house, that I don't need gifts. But she is a giving soul and accepting is also a gift to the person who gives. I hope that makes sense.
I took the rest of the day rather easy. I have everything Christmas downstairs now. (I think). Now I will be spending time in that back room each day stashing and sorting things.
I called Jacquie today. First I got Todd on her phone that kept breaking up. But Todd called me back on his phone. She sounds GREAT. I am so relieved. We want to keep praying, but we can throw thanks in along with the prayers for continued healing.
Tomorrow I will have a usual Monday with Sheboygan Writers Club thrown in. I will be picking Sy up again.
I have made a vow to get back to my writing this week. Not too big a goal. I can start a bit each day.
Hope all is well with you. We had temperatures hit 40 DEGREES today. A heat wave.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Rita gave me a Christmas gift. I think she likes to thank me. I feel that it is such a privilege to carry Jesus in my very own car to share in some one's very own house, that I don't need gifts. But she is a giving soul and accepting is also a gift to the person who gives. I hope that makes sense.
I took the rest of the day rather easy. I have everything Christmas downstairs now. (I think). Now I will be spending time in that back room each day stashing and sorting things.
I called Jacquie today. First I got Todd on her phone that kept breaking up. But Todd called me back on his phone. She sounds GREAT. I am so relieved. We want to keep praying, but we can throw thanks in along with the prayers for continued healing.
Tomorrow I will have a usual Monday with Sheboygan Writers Club thrown in. I will be picking Sy up again.
I have made a vow to get back to my writing this week. Not too big a goal. I can start a bit each day.
Hope all is well with you. We had temperatures hit 40 DEGREES today. A heat wave.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Friday, January 10, 2014
What a day. My cleaning lady, Jody, is still sick, but her boss, Bonnie came at 8:30AM and cleaned the house.
May arm is so sore. I called Dr. Murthy to see if perhaps I could help by using a sling. He said that it was Ok but to let it out of the sling regularly so it doesn't get stiff that way. I just want to stop reaching for things with it. I don't imagine that Duct Tape would be very practical.
I went to Falls and Mother's at 10:30AM because the VNA were coming. They have determined that she is too healthy for their services at this point. Poor Mom. The nurse, the social worker, me, Dolores and Ken and Mary Margaret's Mike were all wandering in and out or the house. The VNA will come two more times. I went down because Pat, the Social Worker, wanted one of us there to be sure Mother understood what they were saying. Her hearing is so bad you know. If I had known that Dolores would be there, I wouldn't have come. Dolores will be there next Friday when they come for the last time and will help her sign off and everything.
Home again, I started putting Christmas away. I can do that with one arm if I put the right arm in a sling so I remember not to use it.
This evening, silly me, I went out to Rhine to shoot pistol. I got our on Hwy C before I realized the the weatherman was right, nobody should be out in that icy mess. I did make it to the club and did shoot. By then the salters had been out. I followed my friends Bob and Pat Becher as far as Plymouth so am safely home and they are too. One of the guys at the club gave me his phone number in case I did get stuck or became unable to move. I was sure grateful and called to tell him that I was safe. People are good to me. I am truly blessed. On the way home I decided I needed an Angel guarding me so called on Michael. I told him that since I am writing about him as Patron of Cornwall, he really should protect me from harm so that I can finish. I helps to have friends in high places.
So
Time for bed.
Dia dhuit and stay safe.
Mary
May arm is so sore. I called Dr. Murthy to see if perhaps I could help by using a sling. He said that it was Ok but to let it out of the sling regularly so it doesn't get stiff that way. I just want to stop reaching for things with it. I don't imagine that Duct Tape would be very practical.
I went to Falls and Mother's at 10:30AM because the VNA were coming. They have determined that she is too healthy for their services at this point. Poor Mom. The nurse, the social worker, me, Dolores and Ken and Mary Margaret's Mike were all wandering in and out or the house. The VNA will come two more times. I went down because Pat, the Social Worker, wanted one of us there to be sure Mother understood what they were saying. Her hearing is so bad you know. If I had known that Dolores would be there, I wouldn't have come. Dolores will be there next Friday when they come for the last time and will help her sign off and everything.
Home again, I started putting Christmas away. I can do that with one arm if I put the right arm in a sling so I remember not to use it.
This evening, silly me, I went out to Rhine to shoot pistol. I got our on Hwy C before I realized the the weatherman was right, nobody should be out in that icy mess. I did make it to the club and did shoot. By then the salters had been out. I followed my friends Bob and Pat Becher as far as Plymouth so am safely home and they are too. One of the guys at the club gave me his phone number in case I did get stuck or became unable to move. I was sure grateful and called to tell him that I was safe. People are good to me. I am truly blessed. On the way home I decided I needed an Angel guarding me so called on Michael. I told him that since I am writing about him as Patron of Cornwall, he really should protect me from harm so that I can finish. I helps to have friends in high places.
So
Time for bed.
Dia dhuit and stay safe.
Mary
Thursday, January 09, 2014
Kind of a nice day. It started off with temps WAY below zero, but by the time I had to go out at 10AM, it had warmed up considerably and there was no wind.
I just had to go downtown anyway for my dental checkup. All went well and I now have the cleanest teeth in town. Then I drove to the post office to mail a package, pick up the condo mail from the box and get some stamps for me. I got some cash from the ATM as I was down to less than $10 cash. Last I picked up some prescriptions at Walgreens.
Home again I ate lunch, rested for a bit and then made some scones to take to Kate's for her party tonight. I also made a batch of blueberry/rhubarb refrigerator jam this morning to spread on them.
The party started at 7PM. She puts on a good spread. It was a nice party with lots of friends from church. A very pleasant evening.
Tomorrow will be kind of busy too but manageable.
So until then.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
I just had to go downtown anyway for my dental checkup. All went well and I now have the cleanest teeth in town. Then I drove to the post office to mail a package, pick up the condo mail from the box and get some stamps for me. I got some cash from the ATM as I was down to less than $10 cash. Last I picked up some prescriptions at Walgreens.
Home again I ate lunch, rested for a bit and then made some scones to take to Kate's for her party tonight. I also made a batch of blueberry/rhubarb refrigerator jam this morning to spread on them.
The party started at 7PM. She puts on a good spread. It was a nice party with lots of friends from church. A very pleasant evening.
Tomorrow will be kind of busy too but manageable.
So until then.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Wednesday, January 08, 2014
A Catch Up Day
It was a catch up day. I emptied my suitcase and have almost finished the wash.
I cleaned up the kitchen and got the mail sorted and the bills paid.
I went to see Mother and have her bills all checked and taken care of.
Now I feel pretty good about everything and will start going forward in the morning- after my dentist appointment
Dia Dhuit
Mary
I cleaned up the kitchen and got the mail sorted and the bills paid.
I went to see Mother and have her bills all checked and taken care of.
Now I feel pretty good about everything and will start going forward in the morning- after my dentist appointment
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Tuesday, January 07, 2014
I'm Home
I arrived after an easy trip at about 7PM. Am going right to bed now.
Til tomorrow
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Til tomorrow
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Monday, January 06, 2014
Last Day in Oklahoma
We Just got back from dinner at the Samuri, a Japanese restaurant where they cook the food on the griddle in front of you. It was excellent.I had salmon and it came with soup, salad, rice and stir fry veggies. So good.
It has been a refreshing time of rest away from everything that is a responsibility and mundane. Now I plan on hitting my life at home as if it is, which it is, a new beginning. It is still at the beginning of the New Year. fresh and untouched.
It will be good to be home. Home is after all where we have carved out our lives. I miss my Roxie and having my own home around me. I did look at several homes for sale here. There are one or two that I could see myself in. Time will tell. I well be where I need to be.
I will be home by this time tomorrow night and sleep in my own bed.
Dia Dhuit
It has been a refreshing time of rest away from everything that is a responsibility and mundane. Now I plan on hitting my life at home as if it is, which it is, a new beginning. It is still at the beginning of the New Year. fresh and untouched.
It will be good to be home. Home is after all where we have carved out our lives. I miss my Roxie and having my own home around me. I did look at several homes for sale here. There are one or two that I could see myself in. Time will tell. I well be where I need to be.
I will be home by this time tomorrow night and sleep in my own bed.
Dia Dhuit
You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.
C. S. Lewis
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C. S. Lewis
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Saturday, January 04, 2014
A rough Day :)
I hope that symbol means smile. Bart, Barb and I drove to Midwest City, near Oklahoma City to meet Jim and Michelle for lunch and a journey to a Flea Market. I guess it has been going on for 30 years or so.
We had lunch at a restaurant called Monterey Jacks. I had enough food for dinner and supper. Spinach enchiladas with rice and beans. Nummy. The flea market was big and interesting. the "rough day comes from the fact that there were several puppies looking for homes. One could hold them and I cuddled a black Labrador retriever pup. Bart asked to hold him, and I said sure but the puppy just snuggled deeper under my chin and hung on. I was only able to say no to him because what would I have done with him now. Later, Bart was talking and petting another dog and when he said he couldn't have it, the puppy whimpered. I thought Bart was going to melt into a puddle. We are all such critter people. But we did manage to make it out of the place unpuppied. (Is that a word?)
So it was an altogether lovely day. Quality time with two of my boys at the same time and with their wives who I love.It was in the mid fifties, so a good day for a flea market but as we were arriving back in Lawton, the temperature was dropping. The wind is howling now which means a quick drastic drop is happening. Barb said that now I know what the song from Oklahoma means. "the wind goes sweeping ore the plains."
Dia Dhuit
Mary
We had lunch at a restaurant called Monterey Jacks. I had enough food for dinner and supper. Spinach enchiladas with rice and beans. Nummy. The flea market was big and interesting. the "rough day comes from the fact that there were several puppies looking for homes. One could hold them and I cuddled a black Labrador retriever pup. Bart asked to hold him, and I said sure but the puppy just snuggled deeper under my chin and hung on. I was only able to say no to him because what would I have done with him now. Later, Bart was talking and petting another dog and when he said he couldn't have it, the puppy whimpered. I thought Bart was going to melt into a puddle. We are all such critter people. But we did manage to make it out of the place unpuppied. (Is that a word?)
So it was an altogether lovely day. Quality time with two of my boys at the same time and with their wives who I love.It was in the mid fifties, so a good day for a flea market but as we were arriving back in Lawton, the temperature was dropping. The wind is howling now which means a quick drastic drop is happening. Barb said that now I know what the song from Oklahoma means. "the wind goes sweeping ore the plains."
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Friday, January 03, 2014
Friday
This vacation is very nice.
It is not exactly warm but MUCH warmer than at home. It looks like I will be returning to sub and near zero temperatures on Tuesday.
Last night Barbara and I went to Geronimo to visit with Adam, Lexie and the girls. My little grand daughters, Adria and Abbie. They have grown so much since I was here last. I brought them my American Girl doll, Felicia, and all her belongings. Adria has an American Girl doll that looks like her. So my present to her was my Cabbage Patch Girl, Marcia Madge, and her belongings. They were very happy with them. A neighbor girl, Kate, was spending the night. She informed me that I should bring her a doll next Christmas. I told her, very kindly, that her grandma should be bringing her dolls. I also had five American Girl Cookbooks that I hope they enjoy with their mom.
Today, Bart drove me around Fort Sill just to kind of tour and see changes.
Tomorrow we are going to Oklahoma City to lunch with Jim and Michelle and go to a flea market.
We are watching the Hunger Games. I never saw it and always wanted to.
So that is the news here.
Hope all is well with everybody I love and that the New Year is promising.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
I am in my glory. I have two puppies sitting on the couch beside me.
It is not exactly warm but MUCH warmer than at home. It looks like I will be returning to sub and near zero temperatures on Tuesday.
Last night Barbara and I went to Geronimo to visit with Adam, Lexie and the girls. My little grand daughters, Adria and Abbie. They have grown so much since I was here last. I brought them my American Girl doll, Felicia, and all her belongings. Adria has an American Girl doll that looks like her. So my present to her was my Cabbage Patch Girl, Marcia Madge, and her belongings. They were very happy with them. A neighbor girl, Kate, was spending the night. She informed me that I should bring her a doll next Christmas. I told her, very kindly, that her grandma should be bringing her dolls. I also had five American Girl Cookbooks that I hope they enjoy with their mom.
Today, Bart drove me around Fort Sill just to kind of tour and see changes.
Tomorrow we are going to Oklahoma City to lunch with Jim and Michelle and go to a flea market.
We are watching the Hunger Games. I never saw it and always wanted to.
So that is the news here.
Hope all is well with everybody I love and that the New Year is promising.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
I am in my glory. I have two puppies sitting on the couch beside me.
Wednesday, January 01, 2014
New Years Day
Happy New Year. 2014 is here. Can you believe.
I am in Lawton enjoying much better weather than at home. It was in the upper 50s today. Barbara, Marlise and I went to Dillard's for their crazy New Year sale. Everything that is permanently reduced is further discounted by 50%. We had a good time. I bought a nice outfit, a new denim jacket and a couple of things from the kitchen department. It was a lot of fun. I am not a big shopper but do enjoy it with other people.
Then the three of us went to a Vietnamese Restaurant. We all had Won Ton Soup. It was a HUGE bowl. I will be eating it for lunches. I don't mind at all as it was very good. I have had a request for the Kunert Spinach,Noodle Casserole from Bart. It will be our Sunday dinner.
We are planning to go to see my Grandson Adam and his wife Lexie and my great grand daughters Adria and Abbie tomorrow. I have presents for them and am really looking forward to seeing them.
Barb made a super pizza for supper tonight. I have finished the mint brownies so had one of them for dessert.
Have to check things you know.
Til tomorrow
Dia Dhuit
Mary
I am in Lawton enjoying much better weather than at home. It was in the upper 50s today. Barbara, Marlise and I went to Dillard's for their crazy New Year sale. Everything that is permanently reduced is further discounted by 50%. We had a good time. I bought a nice outfit, a new denim jacket and a couple of things from the kitchen department. It was a lot of fun. I am not a big shopper but do enjoy it with other people.
Then the three of us went to a Vietnamese Restaurant. We all had Won Ton Soup. It was a HUGE bowl. I will be eating it for lunches. I don't mind at all as it was very good. I have had a request for the Kunert Spinach,Noodle Casserole from Bart. It will be our Sunday dinner.
We are planning to go to see my Grandson Adam and his wife Lexie and my great grand daughters Adria and Abbie tomorrow. I have presents for them and am really looking forward to seeing them.
Barb made a super pizza for supper tonight. I have finished the mint brownies so had one of them for dessert.
Have to check things you know.
Til tomorrow
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Monday, December 30, 2013
Monday
Another cold day, but the sun is out and there is little or no wind chill.
Bart and I went out to the Mall and for lunch. We are mainly just relaxing and "being with".
So nothing exciting to report.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Bart and I went out to the Mall and for lunch. We are mainly just relaxing and "being with".
So nothing exciting to report.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Sunday, December 29, 2013
Sunday
It is cold here. Perhaps not as cold as other parts of the country. The wind, which started during the night, sounded like a banshee howling around the house.
I slept a bit longer than I probably should have, but then I am on vacation.
The three of us went to Bart and Barb's church for sacrament service this morning. I like their services. They consist of testimonies, hymns, blessing and sharing of the sacrament and blessing.
Can't go wrong with any of that. I noticed something this year that I did not notice last time. They refer to God the Father as Father Almighty, not THE Father Almighty. I like that. He is not a "the" but our actual Father.
Bart and I came home after the service, Barb stayed for some other events. We just hung around home. I made lemon bars for Bart. Later this week, I will make some mint brownies. Special requests.
Barb made a delicious taco soup for our supper.
Talked to Todd this evening. Jacquie is supposed to be going to a rehab center in Bullhead tomorrow. She was very sick today though, unable to hold anything down. We must keep on praying.
That is all the news I have. Only two more days left in 2013.
Athbhliain faoi mhaise dhuit!
Mary
I slept a bit longer than I probably should have, but then I am on vacation.
The three of us went to Bart and Barb's church for sacrament service this morning. I like their services. They consist of testimonies, hymns, blessing and sharing of the sacrament and blessing.
Can't go wrong with any of that. I noticed something this year that I did not notice last time. They refer to God the Father as Father Almighty, not THE Father Almighty. I like that. He is not a "the" but our actual Father.
Bart and I came home after the service, Barb stayed for some other events. We just hung around home. I made lemon bars for Bart. Later this week, I will make some mint brownies. Special requests.
Barb made a delicious taco soup for our supper.
Talked to Todd this evening. Jacquie is supposed to be going to a rehab center in Bullhead tomorrow. She was very sick today though, unable to hold anything down. We must keep on praying.
That is all the news I have. Only two more days left in 2013.
Athbhliain faoi mhaise dhuit!
Mary
Saturday, December 28, 2013
A WARM Day
It almost got up to 60 degrees today. Almost a heat wave. Bart and I went out for breakfast this morning. Barb and Marlise, her mom, had errands to run. Barb always helps her mom on Saturday mornings. Bart and I went to a restaurant called Jimmy's Egg. I had sweet potato pancakes with bacon and an egg. So good. Bart had Eggs Benedict. I wanted to go to breakfast with him because that was a tradition with us when he was in high school before he got his car. We always enjoyed that time together.
We got home at about 10:30. Jim and Michelle came down and got here shortly before noon. We had a nice afternoon catching up. Barb and I fixed a late lunch of steak, barbeque beef, salad and beans. Then we had a wonderful cheesecake with fresh strawberries for dessert. They had to leave about 4PM to be home before dark. Jim has a bad back and knee and the ankle, we know. Yesterday he slipped off a ladder trying to take Christmas down. He twisted things so is very uncomfortable.
We are thinking of going to Ok City next Saturday and will hook up with Jim and Michelle at a huge flea market if we do. Barb and I went to the store to pick up a couple things that I needed to make some bars that Bart wants me to bake. Got home in time to get to Mass at 5: 30PM. Fascinating Mass. It was Bi Lingual. Some parts were in English and some in Spanish and the sermon was translated. Loved it. Then at the end of Mass we had a couple celebrating their 50th Anniversary renew their vows. I think this is a very active church.
So the day is over . Tomorrow will be rather quiet, but I am planning on going to service with Bart and Barb tomorrow.
Time to wind down for sleep
Dia Dhuit
Mary
We got home at about 10:30. Jim and Michelle came down and got here shortly before noon. We had a nice afternoon catching up. Barb and I fixed a late lunch of steak, barbeque beef, salad and beans. Then we had a wonderful cheesecake with fresh strawberries for dessert. They had to leave about 4PM to be home before dark. Jim has a bad back and knee and the ankle, we know. Yesterday he slipped off a ladder trying to take Christmas down. He twisted things so is very uncomfortable.
We are thinking of going to Ok City next Saturday and will hook up with Jim and Michelle at a huge flea market if we do. Barb and I went to the store to pick up a couple things that I needed to make some bars that Bart wants me to bake. Got home in time to get to Mass at 5: 30PM. Fascinating Mass. It was Bi Lingual. Some parts were in English and some in Spanish and the sermon was translated. Loved it. Then at the end of Mass we had a couple celebrating their 50th Anniversary renew their vows. I think this is a very active church.
So the day is over . Tomorrow will be rather quiet, but I am planning on going to service with Bart and Barb tomorrow.
Time to wind down for sleep
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Friday, December 27, 2013
Oklahoma
I arrived here safe and sound. The trip was OK. (notice my little pun.) I was picked up by Rite Way at 3:30AM to be at Mitchell Field for my 6AM flight to Dallas. When we arrived, I traipsed and took the shuttle to the gate assigned for the next leg of my flight - straight to Lawton. I grabbed a snack and some coffee and after an hour or so, the airline in their wisdom decided to move us to another gate halfway down the hall. Bart was waiting for me in Lawton and we headed to the house after stopping for lunch.
We spent a quiet afternoon. Barb got home in the late afternoon. We ordered pizza for supper and all went to bed early. This was Barb's first day back to work since her surgery and she was totally exhausted. Today Barb had to work again, and Bart and I stayed home and computered and watched TV and I hugged and petted doggies and kitties to my heart's content.
Tomorrow we will get out a bit before cold weather comes in on Sunday. Jim and Michelle may come down. Jim slipped off of a ladder taking down Christmas lights. If his back is OK (there I go again.) they will come. Otherwise, we will see how we can manage in the next week I am here.
Anyway. I am so happy to be here. I love all my kids so much. I am really the luckiest girl in the world.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Wednesday, December 25, 2013
Merry Christmas
Hope your holiday has been as lovely as mine. I was able to get packed and a bit of cleaning done around here so that when I come back there is not a mess to contend with.
The limo company called. They will be picking me up at 3:15AM, which gives me a whole extra hour to rest.
Went over to Bobbie and Bill's at about 3:30PM. Roxie was a very sad kitty. She meowed all the way but seemed quite content when we opened the carrier at Bobbie's and after making sure that everything was where she thought it should be settled down very well.
Richard and Brenda arrived shortly after I did so we had a fine visit and opened presents over appetizers and some drinks. Then a great dinner and more visiting with Christmas carols in the background
Home now and will try to get some rest before my pick up in the morning. You will hear from me either tomorrow or the next day.
I hope your day was a nice as ours.
Nollaig Shona Duit
Mary
The limo company called. They will be picking me up at 3:15AM, which gives me a whole extra hour to rest.
Went over to Bobbie and Bill's at about 3:30PM. Roxie was a very sad kitty. She meowed all the way but seemed quite content when we opened the carrier at Bobbie's and after making sure that everything was where she thought it should be settled down very well.
Richard and Brenda arrived shortly after I did so we had a fine visit and opened presents over appetizers and some drinks. Then a great dinner and more visiting with Christmas carols in the background
Home now and will try to get some rest before my pick up in the morning. You will hear from me either tomorrow or the next day.
I hope your day was a nice as ours.
Nollaig Shona Duit
Mary
Tuesday, December 24, 2013
Christmas Eve
Cold again today and the roads were slushy and kind of slippery. I spent the morning cleaning things up so that everything will be mostly in order when I am gone.
I went to Mother's at about 11:30AM with her lunch. We had Gumbo and Risotto with pumpkin cupcakes for dessert. I also brought her a tuna sandwich for her supper. I took care of her current bills and then we had time to visit too. Shirley Carpenter dropped in for a bit. She is a good friend. She brings communion to Mother almost every week.
I gave Mom her present too. A nice bottle of wine. She looked very pleased.
Then when she got sleepy, I came home again and wrapped the rest of the presents and finish most of the packing. Tomorrow I will finish the packing and clean the kitchen floor before I leave. With this weather, it needs at least a rinsing.
I went to the 6PM Mass for Christmas. I was a communion minister which is always so important to me. I feel so close to God when I can share him.
The music was beautiful. We had the folk choir singing and leading us.
Until tomorrow. And let me wish you a Merry Christmas Eve.
Nollaig shona duit.
Mary
I went to Mother's at about 11:30AM with her lunch. We had Gumbo and Risotto with pumpkin cupcakes for dessert. I also brought her a tuna sandwich for her supper. I took care of her current bills and then we had time to visit too. Shirley Carpenter dropped in for a bit. She is a good friend. She brings communion to Mother almost every week.
I gave Mom her present too. A nice bottle of wine. She looked very pleased.
Then when she got sleepy, I came home again and wrapped the rest of the presents and finish most of the packing. Tomorrow I will finish the packing and clean the kitchen floor before I leave. With this weather, it needs at least a rinsing.
I went to the 6PM Mass for Christmas. I was a communion minister which is always so important to me. I feel so close to God when I can share him.
The music was beautiful. We had the folk choir singing and leading us.
Until tomorrow. And let me wish you a Merry Christmas Eve.
Nollaig shona duit.
Mary
Monday, December 23, 2013
Monday
I can hardly believe that there is only one day left until Christmas.
This was a lovely Monday. Bible Study at 9:30AM. We are, as I said, doing the study of Acts. We are just at the beginning. One of the questions was "What pressures do Christians today experience that might lead to a silencing of convictions." Pretty interesting question at any time in history.
Mom looked beautiful today. The Nurse came while I was there. We paid the bills after she left and still had time to visit before the Meals came. Tomorrow and Christmas are no Meals on Wheels days. I am taking her meals tomorrow and Christmas is also covered.
I finished wrapping all but one present that I still don't have -- EWWW-- getting nervous. I talked to both Bart and Bret today. My package from Bret arrived today. I can tell what two of the packages are but will not open until Christmas morning. Roxie and I will enjoy that.
So, until tomorrow.
Nollaig Shona Duit
Mary
This was a lovely Monday. Bible Study at 9:30AM. We are, as I said, doing the study of Acts. We are just at the beginning. One of the questions was "What pressures do Christians today experience that might lead to a silencing of convictions." Pretty interesting question at any time in history.
Mom looked beautiful today. The Nurse came while I was there. We paid the bills after she left and still had time to visit before the Meals came. Tomorrow and Christmas are no Meals on Wheels days. I am taking her meals tomorrow and Christmas is also covered.
I finished wrapping all but one present that I still don't have -- EWWW-- getting nervous. I talked to both Bart and Bret today. My package from Bret arrived today. I can tell what two of the packages are but will not open until Christmas morning. Roxie and I will enjoy that.
So, until tomorrow.
Nollaig Shona Duit
Mary
Sunday, December 22, 2013
Hi
The past two days have been spent Mainly at home, though Saturday, I went to Mass and then at 7PM down to the Art Center to enjoy their presentation of A Celtic Christmas. It was very well put on and worth seeing. The show featured, as they put it, Traditional Celtic and English Christmas Carols. There was a chorus, consisting mainly of children, three feature soloists and three musicians accompanying. I loved it. I went with my neighbors Pat and Roger Cook and after the event we went over to the new wine bar in town called POURVINO. It is quite the place and I hope it stays open. Pat's grand daughter works there. Pat and I have decided that we will go back for one of their "flights of wine" along with a meal one evening. It was fun.
The promised snow came during the night and bless the Lord, I was able to stay home all day. Mark and his crew have plowed us out so tomorrow I will have no trouble getting to Sheboygan Falls. I did part of my packing today. Roxie is suspicious.
Tomorrow will be a pretty normal Monday. Tuesday, I will go to have lunch with Mother and bring her something for her supper. I will bring her Christmas present also. I am getting her some wine. I have also renewed her Reader's Digest large print.
So. The wait for Christmas is almost over. It is bitter sweet this year. I am so glad that I will be with my children, at least four of them during the holidays. It will make it special and give new memories, I know.
Bless us every one.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
The promised snow came during the night and bless the Lord, I was able to stay home all day. Mark and his crew have plowed us out so tomorrow I will have no trouble getting to Sheboygan Falls. I did part of my packing today. Roxie is suspicious.
Tomorrow will be a pretty normal Monday. Tuesday, I will go to have lunch with Mother and bring her something for her supper. I will bring her Christmas present also. I am getting her some wine. I have also renewed her Reader's Digest large print.
So. The wait for Christmas is almost over. It is bitter sweet this year. I am so glad that I will be with my children, at least four of them during the holidays. It will make it special and give new memories, I know.
Bless us every one.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
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