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Good Morning,

I am back from Oregon! It was nice to have a bit of time away and see our good friends, Bob & Betsy. But I couldn't wait to be home again to see Jim. He declined noticeably in the four days we were gone. He is losing more than a pound a day. He is home and on Hospice now. I was there yesterday for the first visit with the care coordinator who came to the house. This is going to be a rough row to hoe, but we have a strong family. We will get through this together.

BECCA - I saw where you found a buyer for the house you aren't ready to sell yet! Nice to know that if/when you do decide it's time to move, there is someone who is interested. Your place always sounds so pretty and peaceful.

CHICKIE - and you got to go out to eat! Good to be you! And (I hope!) it saved you from eating anything blackballed on our menu list here!

TINA - is the old house all demolished? How is Frankie feeling? Will he be able to move in with his tractor this weekend to start prepping to move the mobile? Will be so nice to get this all done and your parents finally moved.

CAROLE - I saw you had a bad reaction to your infusion med. So sorry to hear that. Our friend, Lois, had severe RA, diagnosed at age 19. She survived on gold shots for 25 years until she reacted to them. Then the early RA drugs in trials. Then aspirin until she was taking up to 18 a day and she almost bled to death internally. Finally all she took was Tylenol. But, she lived in Hawaii for a year when she was about 20 yrs old and that moist warm climate was the best of all. Just sayin' - maybe Ken should take you to Hawaii - for a medicinal trial, of course. ;o)

CAROL - You may get yourself hooked on Jane. That's what happened to me! Took me four years to complete. I will admit though, to you and to no one else, that the last few blocks - those elongated triangles in the borders - I finally just gave up and appliqued them! Some of them were really tough!! But I love LOVE my quilt and so glad I did it! And I will never do another one!

JANA - What's the latest report on the kids' new house? Have they started framing it yet? Did you get all your cleaning/rearranging done in the Batt Cave?

IRISH - the national weather map last night showed you will be getting some interesting weather today. Sorry about that. We had POURING rain all the way home yesterday from Yakima. It was so dark that it looked like nighttime! I always love hurtling down the freeway at 60 mph with all the semi's, rain and spray hitting the windshield. The heavy construction we encountered added another layer of interest to our commute. Was never so happy to arrive home alive!

Last night I made a pizza. We might have leftovers tonite as we only ate half of it. Though I suspect Bill will get into it for lunch. So I will probably make either a pot of chili or soup. Soup will require a run to the store. But Bill needs some cold medicine anyway so I guess I'm going to the store no matter what.

What's the plan at your house?

Hello Everyone,Still early here to be thinking of Dinner but we must.

Maryz Sure sorry to hear of Jims health.I talked to my DB Wed for a few seconds.Didnt even recognize his voice it was so weak & raspy.So sad.I feel for all of you.Will be praying.
Your trip Home sounds like a nightmare.That I can do without.Glad you made it safe.Hope Bill gets well soon.

Tina Hope Mom & Dad get settled soon so you & Frankie can rest.

Chickie Glad you got to eat out.

Carole Sure hope you get help & it settles down for you.

Carol Know that quilt will be A beauty.

Irish You are missed.Sure hope the days haven't been a trial for you.Last wk was bad here but this wk has been better.Never Know here.
Saw eagles last nite on. Nature show & thought of you.

Think chili is on the menu here.Good for a cooler day.Have brownies for later. Becca

Good morning!!! We are cool here, but it’s a beautiful fall morning. The pond is like glass except where there is a little duck making her way around the edges looking for dainty morsels of whatever.

Yes, we went up to the corner for dinner Wednesday evening. It was their special, not ours… it was special for me not to have to cook. I had my leftover chicken last night along with apple-celery salad and asparagus. DH had a fillet, potatoes and the salad and asparagus. It was delicious… so much so that there are some re-runs for tonight! I won’t have to do too much to round out the meal.

As for the blackballed stuff… our guys from Florida are coming back today… they promised to stuff our freezer… I can’t wait! I’m sorry, but it’s just too good!

Mary—I had a Hoyer lift for my Jim, and I could get him up and in his chair or a wheel chair by myself. It was really helpful. I know your family is close, and you will be there for each other. My heart aches for you as you walk down this trail.

Carole—I haven’t been to Hawaii, but I hear it’s a wonderful, healing place… medicinal qualities!!!

Carol—I doubt I’ll be joining you with Dear Jane, but I can cheer you on!

Becca—I made chili the other evening. It was so good. Your fall colors are glorious! So sorry about your DB.

Irish—Hope you are doing well in PA! I’m expecting UPS today, but I bet he won’t be wearing shorts! I always think of you when I see cute legs!

Jana—I wish my sewing shed was organized! It gets worse as I get to sewing.

Take care, All! I need to do some floor sweeping and get my day started. I think I’ll make oatmeal for brunch. ..

CHICKIE - oh no!! Not the Florida guys!!! Please give them 'what for' from me!!! My sister stuffs her freezer with toilet paper and paper towels.

BECCA - I am so caught up in my own brother's race for the 'gates, that I get focused and forget you and I are sharing the same path. God be with you and your family as He is with ours.

Good morning,

Lots of prayers needed here - so you have them from me!

Mary - we are waiting for the framing to start. The kids home was supposed to be the next one srarted, but for some reason only known to the builder, they started the houses next door. The kids are getting antsy. The one house they were first going to buy is still not finished and the builder told the kids they would be in it by now. We realize the builder is slow!

Dinner last night was salisbury steak and it turned very tasty. Still thinking about tonight's dinner. We need a run to the store, so something might jump in the basket.

Laundry is singing it's tune, time to change and do more.

Enjoy,
Jana

Good afternoon from chilly, very, very damp, rainy, dreary, SW. Pa...We've had such glorious weather the last few days so I guess we have to put up with this...We have been having flash flood warnings but I live on a hill and if by chance the water came this high, we'd certainly need that ark....

Mary, so sorry to hear about your Jim...But, as you've said, you are a very strong family and will handle things as they come...Many, many prayers coming your way along with big cyber hugs.....I can imagine the feeling you had when you pulled in your driveway, what a scary trip home....There have been times, when caught in the snow, when I've wondered about getting home...Now, I'm content to stay put! That is unless someone decides to move me to Florida, lol....

Becca, OK, what's this about having a buyer? I guess I need to go back and do some reading....Also, sorry about your DB...We have too many suffering, just doesn't seem right......And you're right about, never know from one week to the next....

Chickie, Anytime you get to go out to eat is "special"...I've often told my lunch gals, doesn't matter where we go, a couple crackers and a bottle of water at the park would be special....So, your Florida guys are coming back...I'm sure you'll enjoy your "mac n cheese"....And also getting a visit from UPS, wow, life it good.....We can only hope he's wearing shorts.....

Carole, with an e, I've never been to Hawaii but I always said, if I had won the lottery, I'd send postcards from the airport...But, maybe you should give it a shot...Of course, I found a few drinks at the wedding helped my aches and pains (temporarily), lol...I just think, in this day and age, by now, someone would have a cure or at least something that would help.....Just know, you are included in those prayers......

Having a yucky day has put me in a dreary mood and not wanting to do anything....But, we did visit with Dan's fur kids and got lots and lots of kisses...I have a feeling we are spoiling the fur kids, just a little....
Yesterday was my day out and it was great....The gal who came to stay with Jim was from Comfort Keepers and was wonderful...She said, they sat on the porch and talked for a long time, besides getting him lunch and cleaning up the dishes...Even better, she is a cat person...I think we have a winner...And being out with the lunch gals was so nice...Of course, I did come home with a project...One of the gals gave me her Halloween costume and needed a few alterations....So, that might be on tap for today, maybe.....

Not sure about dinner....we haven't had chicken in awhile so that's a possibility...Either that or ravioli and sauce..........I also have a lemon bar type cake recipe I'd like to try....

Happy eating..............

Eagle update: The nest in Ft. Myers is ready for those eggs...That eagle couple have been working bringing sticks and moss and making it look so comfy..And they have been seen getting frisky, which is a good sign....
And did you all see where a state trooper found an injured eagle on a highway, stopped his cruiser and put it in the back and took it in for treatment...Xrays showed no breaks and after a few days of TLC, it will be released...Did say, the trooper had a few puncture marks on his arms from the talons but both will survive.....That trooper deserves a medal!

Irish--he WAS wearing shorts!!! I commented, and he said he's holding out as long as he can. It was in the 40s this morning! Too cute!!! We'll definitely be enjoying our mac 'n cheese!!! Should be here within the hour! {Grin!}