Sunday, January 27

[karlinann]

Hey, good morning Rounders. We are supposed to get rain today and we need it. Around here after a rain the wind blows all the top layer of moisture away, so things dry out quickly. Did you see online where they are going to open the ancient Redwood Forest to the public for the first time? I didn't read it, but if they charge an entrance fee it would help boost California's economy for sure. They made Silver Springs into a state park here in Ocala when we first moved to Florida and they are making a good amount of money on that. They charge a parking fee and then everything inside the park is an additional fee; i.e., concessions, glass bottom boat rides, summer live bands in the park, etc. They also have different canoe trips on the Silver River, but I don't know if that is owned by the state park. Anyway, that could be good, and it could be bad for the RF. People leave a mark on nature, but I hope they can preserve and protect it for future generations.

I think I've read all the J.A. Jance books at our library now. I found 2 new books, one by James Patterson and one by Tami Hoag. I also found a paperback by Thomas Perry. I can keep the paperback as long as I want so I'll read that one last, but I read a few paragraphs and I'm hooked. Aunt Maye you are a prize! Pin a rose on you for introducing TP to me. I have another author that I want to look for when I go back to the library, Ridley Pearson. The TP book I have is The Face Changers. It promises to be a thriller.

Today is our day of rest and I'm gonna chillax. I do need to go grocery shopping though and possibly vacuum out the garage floor. It is covered with fine, grainy sand that sticks to everything and I can't stand it when there is static and it sticks to my Rebok sandals, you know when you wipe your feet on the mat. Uggh! I hate that.

I brought mister a patio chair around to the front yard and set it just to the side of our driveway so he can sit out there and catch the sun now that he is laid up. He really appreciates getting that outside reprieve while reading his book. His F/U appt is tomorrow and they will probably schedule his surgery. He said the bone spur still hurts like the dickens and he accidentally bumped it yesterday twice, so yeah, I think it will be surgery. We'll stop for lunch on the way home. That will lift his spirits.

Okay, there is your book for today. Peace & Plenty.

[JoGee]

Good morning.
my Fitbit says I was awake since 4:30, but I actually didn’t get out of bed til 5:30. Fitbit said I got 5-1/2 hrs of sleep. That should do well enough. My eyes have been red-rimmed since we got here, and it’s like looking through a thin film....nothing is totally clear. I guess it is an allergy to something here. My eye drops have been very little help. Other than that, things are going well. We are enjoying our trip. We will stop at DD#3’s on the way home. Then back to the old grind.

Our DD#2 said when we were ready to pack stuff, she would take time off work and help with the major packing of what we will take with us. E has finally acceded that there are now things he can’t do or lift any more. This dater is stronger than she looks, and works out frequently because she can’t ever just sit still.

Our DD#1 no longer try’s to be Superwoman...she is the handicapped one. We noticed she is back to wearing a leg brace again. She has slowed down a bit. She “has” to drive her oldest DD to medical and dental appts, because the girl’s SO comes up with reasons why he can’t. My DD is also crucial in their autistic daughter ‘s life, and can take credit for the child’s progress (she can now function better in regular classrooms). She also babysits her other DD’s nephew & niece, has taught them to speak English, and has learned enough Russian language that she knows what the kids’ real intentions are. Lol. Had to laugh, she told me the Jewish/Russian families sometimes slip back into speaking Russian, so she starts speaking back in French. They say, “I don’t understand what you are saying.” She says “Exactly!” Then they realize they need to concentrate on English. Smart move on her part, huh?!!

well, I need to get dressed and get my stuff ready to repack our stuff.
I will look forward to reading posts tonight.
have a great day, everyone. ☀️

[maxie]

Morning...was sunny earlier but that never lasts long around here. Read on fb earlier that the St. Louis area is having some icy spots caused by flurries so maybe that is heading our direction. I am not leaving the house today...never left yesterday!

Glad you have enjoyed your visit JoG and have a safe trip home. Karlinann it is just so nice to know you have been hear early to start our day. Have a great day everyone!

[JoGee]

We made it home just fine.
it was a good trip, and a good visit with all the girls.
even the weather was nice.

My only downside is that I think I may have been allergic to the hotel pillows. When I got up in the morning my eyes were at their worst, ringed in red and the blurry vision. As the day wore on, the red got down to pink and vision was a bit better. Maybe I need to bring my pillow with me from now on. It’s old, but has kept its shape; it’s a memory foam one.

the last 2 daughters both offered to help us with packing and moving, when the time comes. All we have to do is let them know. E is now anxious to get stuff here organized as well as sorted, and get the show on the road —- so to speak.
i think he’s more worried about his heart than he admits. He will probably call the doctor ‘s office before long.

But he is happy to be back home, so I’m happy.

’Night all.