$50 Your Way August 2023 GIVEAWAY!!
Hello, Little Peanuts! I hope you had a most excellent July. I had the best July. An amazing family reunion for The Husbands 70th birthday. Look at this post if you would like to see the pictures and the full rundown of the week-long festivities. It was AN AMAZING vacation!! I miss them all so much!
After the kids all left, Amazon had their Prime Days. Hummmm I may have (I SO did!) drowned my sorrows in ‘add to cart’ therapy. Oh MYGOOOOOOSH! All those $3.99, $8.99, and $56.99 added up to Wooooooo-Uh-Oh. So, I am going to TRY…. (Ohhhh if you could only hear the laugh track in my head!) not to buy anything on Amazon for the entire month of August. (I can’t even believe I could type that with a straight face!!) Y’all should be taking side bets for how long I last. I am THE WORST impulse buyer E-V-E-R!! Gesh, I hope I last at least through the first week.
Okay, now for the REAL reason you are here!!
GIVEAWAY TIME!!
This June Giveaway has the same exact spiel as last month and the month before and the month before that! The year before and well, you get the idea. I am truly thankful and feeling blessed that you stop by. A little of the blah blah blah stuff: This giveaway is open worldwide for PayPal, Venmo and Amazon option only. (I’m not sure the other GC would work worldwide) This giveaway is $50 US. This is a giveaway that is hosted only by me. So, by coming back often and staying around for a while, looking at more than one page, really helps me. Of course, any extra clicks on advertisements and of course going through PBnWhine for your regular Amazon Purchases is always appreciated. Going thru my blog does not cost you any additional money!! I do make a 1% commission. Just because I spent too much doesn’t mean you did? Right??
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So, GOOD LUCK!!! Don’t forget to keep coming back… month after month….. year after year.
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479 Comments
Kate Sarsfield
The sun actually shone today so I was able to do a wee bit of tidying up in the garden, but there’s an almost overwhelming amount to do out there.
Shelly Peterson
My surgery today went pretty good. I was just tired all day.
Tamra Phelps
Ugh. I’m having allergic reactions to that heart monitor patch’s adhesive and to something on my right arm. Geeze, lol. What is going on with me??
Kate Sarsfield
Aw heck! It’s not for long though, hang on in there xxx
Cathy L
Today is going well. It is 6pm and still 81 and sunny. Fall is coming soon 🙂
l p
not sure if my comment went through. August ended with a bang when a van behind this place exploded and caught fire. no injuries reported so far. very thankful for first line workers. thanks
Terri Quick
I’m doing ok. Just relaxing with my dogs
Ed
Good day at home with the kids and working on my resume.
Kate Sarsfield
More painting then a visit from my plumber. He fixed the couple of leaks so I now have cold running water! He’s quoted me 12k – 15k to install a central heating system, hot water tank, pipes, boiler etc. and given me contact names & no.s in the local town council to get financial help.
heather
They say we sould get some rain today I sure hope so we so need it. Pretty quiet day for me just getting ready for the holiday weekend.
Kim Kern
The day is going great. Received some good news today that made me happy.
Barbara Montag
I am having a pretty good day, feeling together and getting things done!
Elizabeth
The air quality isn’t great today, may need to stay indoors…
gloria patterson
Up at my normal 6am I was getting dressed in the bedroom and was sitting by the bed side table, 3 drawers……………… half dressed I started to pull out and clean out junk. Now I have 2 drawers with stuff I would/need to use. And one empty drawer.
It was down to 55 last night so I had shut my windows. At almost noon it is just about 70 so i opened the windows. Not going to do much today MY LAZY DAY
Peggy Nunn
There isn’t much to my day yet but I have spoken to my son and my niece…. so it is starting out great. I hope you have a good day.
Brad Marquis
I’m having a good day so far, can’t believe it’s the end of August
Polly Hall
My day just started so far so good.
Shelly Peterson
Today I go in for a procedure on my fistula. Wish me luck.
Laurie Nykaza
Hot day outdoors so we all watched moves together all day/
Desiree G
Hi there!
I’m doing okay today, I’m actually excited because my husband started a new job, got a huge raise and his mood has improved drastically! Amazing what a new job can do for your mental health!
Ed
Had a good day with my extended family around their pool.
Terri Quick
I’m feeling better. I’m looking forward to going to the world’s largest garage sale on Sunday.
Kate Sarsfield
Cats, dogs, kittens, ringworm, poo and lots of it and cuddles. Only 9pm but I’m going to bed!
Polly Hall
My husband took another load of his brothers stuff that has been sitting in our barn for 12 years today.
Peggy Nunn
My day is great. I spent the morning with my sister. I haven’t seen her in two weeks. She told me all about her trip. I got my BIL a late birthday gift he actually wanted. I saw my niece…. great day.
heather
My day is going pretty good just staying home today and getting some done around the house and making some hummingbird food.
gloria patterson
Well I am going to agree it is cooler today almost cold. It is only 72 dark rainy day. I have been busy doing end of month stuff. Read a little, nap a little now thinking about bein hungry
clynsg
Not too good today. Had a purchase that triggered a fraud alert on my credit card, and even though that was OK’d by the card itself, the retailer wouldn’t accept the same card even when it was released. So spent about 1 1/2 hours getting that straightened out (by using a different card and writing a note about the retailer not following its own directions for how to use the same card). In addition, my grandson’s really old German Shepherd laid down in the kitchen and died. Not a real surprise because of his age, but not exactly what I want the grandson to find when he comes home from work. Am currently waiting for another grandson to come and get the body ready to go to the crematorium, since at least grandson #1 had given some thought to that.
Jatin
My day is going good thankfully!
Michelle Domangue
I already need a mental break!
Barbara Montag
So far the day is going well.
I’m exciting because I have two new food ideas to try!
Shelly Peterson
It’s been raining here and much cooler, so thats nice.
Elizabeth
A power outage woke me up this morning, but at least it was short…
l p
the day is going well. sending good vibes to all; hope everyone is safe, feeling less pain, have what they need – and for the kids returning to school – want. thanks
Brad Marquis
having a good day so far, it’s chilly here
Fredrick Pauly
My day is going good. Waiting to see what Idalia’s going to do to our area in Myrtle Beach, SC.
Kim Kern
Just woke up. Should be a good day.
Cathy L
My day went well. Got much needed rain…. so we didn’t have to water the garden today! Yay!!
Tamra Phelps
Ya know what I would like? A return to the days when I went an entire day without thinking about my current health, lol. I’m honestly so tired of it.
Terri Quick
I’m doing ok. I’m just relaxing at home & doing some self care.
Polly Hall
My husband took a trail and pick up load of stuff that his brother stored in our barn for the last 12 years. He just loaded it up and called and said I’m dropping it off, we have been trying to get them to remove it for years. There is still a few more loads and those will be going tomorrow.
l p
the day is going well. went to a couple of stores having sales and they had just what I wanted. yay! thanks
Peggy Nunn
So my day has been good so far. I went to the church and played dominos with friends. We had a lunch together and laughed. Life is good.
Brad Marquis
having a great day so far, very nice here
gloria patterson
Had to go to FexEx to get something out for my mother. Ran around a little but never got out of the car. Stop and got one of the good car washes and I am sure my car was happy to be clean.
Home did a little paper work and computer stuff…………… now thinking about a NAP 😉
Elizabeth
Not feeling 100%, but at least I turned in my article!
heather
I just made a big Italian pasta salad and am defrosting chicken for dinner. We can see the blue sky today and it is wonderful less smoke.
Amy Smeltzer
My day’s going good thanks. I’m on my 3rd cup of coffee. Hope you all are doing well! Thanks for doing these awesome giveaways.
Shelly Peterson
Today I am running errands with my daughter.
Ed
Good day so far. Had a physio appt this morning and am feeling good.
Kate Sarsfield
Painting & digging up brambles. Got my quote for house insurance renewal. Almost €300 more than last year – that’s just extortionist.
Michele Soyer
All my plans for yesterday fell apart – was getting ready to go to the plant shop when i felt funny – well for me funny…sat down and that was it..my daughter took one look at me and brought out the thermometer 100.. ok mum you have a fever …2 panadols a quick ice cold shower and bed….woke up 5 hours later soaking wet sheets under me… fever down to 99 which to my mind is nothing but legs unsteady – another shower while sheets were changed and back in bed reading until 8pm..feeling much improved watched some television until 11 then back in bed.. Up early this morning and feel back to normal…. very strange day yesterday…..
Kate Sarsfield
Oh my goodness, please take care of yourself. There’s this new variant that’s beginning to see an increase in numbers, Then again, perhaps it’s just one of those ‘things’. CJ, mind yourself!
gloria patterson
Glad you are feeling better. Sounds like it was your body just letting you know who is the boss!
Take care, do nothing, read a little, nap a little and just recharge
Tamra Phelps
Hopefully it was a 24 hour bug–but take care of ypourself! These things sneak up on you.
Tami Vollenweider
Okay just been hangining around my house on my computer
Ed
Good. Had a day full of errands.
Tamra Phelps
It was a long day in Lexington today. Ugh. The wait for the ride home is the worst thing. Over 4 hours after I got out of the appointment I finally got home. (The trip should be less than an hour.)
Kate Sarsfield
You’ll have to learn to drive!
Tamra Phelps
Vehicles outfitted for wheelchairs are just hugely expensive!
David Hollingsworth
My day is not going so great. But then again, I’m used to it.
Elizabeth
Tired yet inspired today, good combo for finishing a draft…
Terri Quick
I’m doing ok. Just trying to get back to a rountine
Theresa Lichauco
Ramble. Got it. So far so OK. It could be worse and it could be better so…the answer is so-so. There that is at least eight words. SMILING.
gloria patterson
Trip to walmart to pick up some more stuff for mom. Still trying to get her organized……
All my amazon stuff was delivered for her so getting there. She said that she really like the stool in the kitchen and has used it a lot.
Kim Kern
It’s a great day. Everything is going fine. Getting some much needed rain.
heather
Just got home from going to Costco and the store and the wildfire smoke is so bad here it’s making me sick.
Polly Hall
Went to a funeral today for a dear neighbor, so the day is pretty sad.
Marisela Zuniga
My day has been going good so far, no complaints here. Finally got some rain last night and it’s cooled the weather a little bit
Kate Sarsfield
What can I say? Today was spent painting, collecting water from over the road, making a couple of calls, more painting, sorting my recycling and generally pottering about. Haven’t taken my fleece off for days and they have the nerve to call this summer!
Shelly Peterson
Today is just a regular day of dialysis.
Peggy Nunn
It is early so my day is good so far. But it will be good the rest of the day too. I don’t like bad days… so I just decided I won’t have anymore. Life is too short. So you have a good day too.
Brad Marquis
I’m having a great day so far! It’s great here!
Jeanna Massman
My day was quiet but I did get some household chores done.
Michele Soyer
Well I have to get back to work today – I have spent days reading reading and more reading….Going to give the apartment downstairs a dusting check all the boxes for sleeping cats and then gosh I guess sweep and tidy the storeroom and garage…my daughter tells me that when there really is not anything to clean I make up things to clean…I am restless and antsy and notused to sitting around but there truly is nothing to get into…maybe I will take a quick turn to the garden shop in the village and get some seeds and start some flowers….
kathy m
Hope everyone had a lovely weekend! Up very very early this morning – the cats found a moth to chase. Looking forward to a nice fall like week with the weather. Positive monday vibes to all!
l p
the day is going well. lovely weather. went to a concert that was so energising, I think I floated home. hope we have more in the coming years. thanks
Kim Kern
It’s been a quiet day. I’ve been reading a lot.
Terri Quick
I’m doing ok today. I’m trying to think what to have for dinner lol
Elizabeth
I saw The Swell Season play in SF last night, they were wonderful!
Ed
Had a good day. I played softball for the first time in 10 years.
gloria patterson
Wide a wake at 3am of course I did fall alseep around 8 watching a movie. What the heck, got dressed, got my laundry together………………………………. all done and hung/put away (NO IRONING IN MY) By 5am I was out again till almost 7 am. I have 4 new books by favorite authors and have 2 more due ealy next month.
Read a little, picked up a little, laptop time……….. Low temps today high of 73
Tamra Phelps
Back to Lexington tomorrow for an echocardiogram. Hopefully it won’t be an all day trip.
heather
I am having a nice mellow Sunday so far. We are having crunchy tacos for dinner and refried beans. I have everythng all chopped up and ready for dinner time should be good.
Polly Hall
Going to a going away party for my nephew this afternoon, I dislike large parties and hope I can get away early.
Kate Sarsfield
More painting inside but starting to get a headache from the fumes so taking a break. Just another hour, then I’ll stop. It’s due to stop raining tomorrow so I’ll finish the outside of the front door & start on the back one.
Tamra Phelps
I can’t wait to see the after pictures!
Shelly Peterson
I’m not feeling the greatest today. But I am heading to the lake later with the family.
Michele Soyer
Spending the day relaxing! Reading and lsitening to more of the music we loved…Cookiing a bit later on before it gets too hot.. Yes I think we here are all used to hot temps but yesterday it was 107 in the capitol..95 here in the countryside…
Kate Sarsfield
Yikes, that’s over 41 Celsius! It was 54C here 🙁
Kate Sarsfield
Oops, meant 55F, 13C.
Ed
Had a fun day with some nieces and nephews today.
Kim Kern
Still so hot. Suppose to cool down on Monday. Hope so.
Terri Quick
I’m doing a little better today. Keeping myself busy helps a lot.
Tamra Phelps
Rain, rain, rain and more rain. I am so tired of rain.
Polly Hall
The heat has gone down it’s a beautiful day I have all the windows onpen and there is a sweet breeze.
gloria patterson
Wide awak a 5 am…………… this and that and by 8am I was out of it.
Done of little of this and not much of that today
heather
My day is going pretty good got a lot done this morning and now I am going to chill out for the rest of the weekend. Hope you have a nice weekend.
Elizabeth
Trying to find lunch in between record shops…
Shelly Peterson
I slept in a bit. Later going to do laundry and watch the grandkids.
l p
it’s a frustrating day – computer is being ornery and won’t smarten up. will persevere. thanks
Barbara Montag
So far a great day.
Had a lot of fun going to the farmer’s market!
Kate Sarsfield
Masked, sanded & undercoat on one inside front window (old hardwood double glazed) till the rain stopped then potted up foxglove and amaryllis seedlings till it started again. Pizza tonight!
gloria patterson
DON’T let the neighbors dog get it……………… maybe make one for hime
Kate Sarsfield
Poor Rollo is no more. He was limping badly & owners took him to the vet expecting arthritis but it was cancer & inoperable. Miss him!
Michele Soyer
Kate please take a rest – you have been doing very hard work….
Kate Sarsfield
Pot, kettle, black spring to mind!
Michele Soyer
Today my husband will have been gone 6 years…Went out to where we spread his ashes this morning – just memories flooding back – putting on some of our favorite songs from the year we married ( 1970) planning on laughing and dancing – not crying – celebrating what we had and looking forward to what will be….
Kate Sarsfield
So many wonderful memories of your lives together; so many things to be thankful for xxx
Tamra Phelps
💙 have a nice evening reminiscing, Michele.
Marisela Zuniga
My day has been good so far. Adjusting to being a mom of 3 now.
Tamra Phelps
We’ve had some storms this evening. This has been a really stormy Summer for some reason.
Terri Quick
I’m not doing too well today. I’ve been trying to keep busy distracting myself.
gloria patterson
My mother (94) finally agreeded this week that I could put a counter height stool in her kitchen and get rid of the kitchen rug. And I cleaned out her refrigerator then took clear drawer like bins ( discount store) and organized everthing. Now all she has to do is pull the bin out take what she wants out or set the bin on the counter and get what she wants.
And to also put her leftovers in zip lock bags. They will fit in a bin on the top shelf so she can see what left over are there and what to just throw away if she does not really want to eat them.
l p
today is going well – dictated by the weather. more baking and then reading with a cup of tea. thanks
heather
My day was going pretty good til I discovered that our frig froze my celery that I needed to make my potato salad today. So I had to run to the local store and am pissed that I had to pay $4.58 for a bundle of celery!!!!!
Kate Sarsfield
AGH! Can’t post my comment – testing, testing …
Shelly Peterson
Happy Friday! I am ready for the weekend!!!
tammy ta
My day seems to be going okay so far. It’s early though so we will see.
Elizabeth
Going on a concert trip shortly, hope Friday traffic is okay…
KaLei
It’s a crazy day today. I was supposed to be doing some things and they all got cancelled. So I had time to do others and they were just great.
Tamra Phelps
I had been keeping the breast cancer mostly to myself (except for a few close relatives)–but I got a wild hair up my a$$, as my Mom used to say, and posted the whole shebang on Facebook this evenong, lol. Screw it. I’m tired of watching what I say. Keeping secrets is exhausting–I’m not sure why I kept it quiet. I just didn’t feel ready to share it. I think I wasn’t ready to deal with completely so I didn’t want questions from people likely to demand information, lol.
Barbara Montag
I am having a great day!
Got my haircut and it gave me such a lift.
Terri Quick
My day is ok. Not doing anything special. Just chilling out.
Kim Kern
My day went well. Hope I sleep well tonight. I have a big day tomorrow.
l p
the day is going well. trying to fit in a couple of appointments and some shopping before the predicted storms arrive. otherwise, it’s running among the raindrops. thanks
Polly Hall
I had an appointment with an orthopedic doctor for my knees I received an injection of cortisone in both knees. I sure hope it works.
gloria patterson
For some reason I just don’t have a lot of energy these days. I usually get about 7 hr at night
But I still like my naps……..
Read a little bit got several new books by favorite authors. Worked on some crafts
heather
I did so much running around yesterday I am really feeling it today. I need a new pair of sandals with more cushion. I am being mellow today.
Connie: The Head Peanut
I’m a BIG fan of the Oofos Sandals. Pricey BUT I’ve had mine for years. At least 5+ and they are still PERFECT
Kate Sarsfield
Doing this quickly as I have to shift everything out of the room I’m sleeping in to seal the concrete floor and that means internet connection etc. Just as well I’m strong!
Connie: The Head Peanut
GO Kate GO!!! Strong and creative!
Tamra Phelps
At this point, I’m pretty sure you can do anything!!
Ed
Having a good day so far. Looking forward to going to a football game tonight.
Connie: The Head Peanut
Broncos play on Saturday! GO BRONCOS!! : )
Elizabeth
I need to pack for a weekend trip today…
Connie: The Head Peanut
Have a safe trip!
Michele Soyer
Keeping myself busy with the family tree project, French test and new chapters in Greek and Italian – vertual tours for my Art History class – it is an overload of info but I need it to keep from getting down….
Connie: The Head Peanut
{{{{{{{Michele}}}}}}}}} staying busy is good.
Tamra Phelps
When you get to Greece, you will be the one who can speak the language and be very glad you had that extra time! Don’t get down. It WILL turn out perfectly.
Tamra Phelps
Went to Lexington. It took about 6 hours because I spent 3 hours waiting for the return pickup and overtime getting there because the driver had to pick up someone out of the way (who cancelled at the last minute.)
Connie: The Head Peanut
OMG! Tamra! I’m so sorry. That’s horrible. You had to be exhausted when you got home.
tammy ta
My day has not been so good. Very blahh.
Connie: The Head Peanut
Hope tomorrow is a better day.
Terri Quick
I’m doing ok. I got my 2 packages from Amazon delivered today.
Connie: The Head Peanut
ME TOO!! I love Amazon deliveries. It’s like Christmas!
Ed
Bad storm came through our area last night which means today has had a lot of storm cleanup.
gloria patterson
Well I will try this again………… typed wrong system threw it away
Saw knee Dr ——-n surgery mid October
Connie: The Head Peanut
OUCH! Hopefully, after surgery you’ll feel like a new woman.
Kate Sarsfield
Another day at the welfare centre. We’ve an outbreak of ringworm among the kittens so all the animals have to be treated, just in case and we have to sanitise before & after touching each one.
Connie: The Head Peanut
Oh no. Poor kitties.
Polly Hall
The heat is bad today, we are ordering Pizza for dinner so I do not have to run the oven or stove.
heather
Fast day so far did a ton of running around shopping and just got in the door. Ticked off at the price of cat food all of the sudden it has risen like $10.00 in our area.
Connie: The Head Peanut
OHMYGOSH! Bears Dog food went up AND the size of the bag is smaller. UGH!!
l p
the day is going quite well. it’s chilly and raining so it’s another baking and laundry day. thanks
Shelly Peterson
I’m watching my grandson today. I’m enjoying the cooler weather.
Connie: The Head Peanut
It’s been a very weird summer hasn’t it??
Michele Soyer
Well this family tree on dads side is really keeping me busy mentally – a really great thing right now….searching old papers and remembering snipets of conversations with my dad to put together some pieces of the puzzle….names that I know connect to help others with their stories – the internet is amazing to connect with others in Europe and for me some in South America – eveyone in my case is long gone but to get to know about the younger ones is amazing – the countries involoved after the fleeing from Europe during the war – after the war and the flight from communism……the amount of relatives I have who were DP’s and were placed in camps until they found countries with quotas who would take them… my father would NEVER talk about this….
Tamra Phelps
I’ve been doing genealogy for about 30 years–I thought it would be a quick project to do a family tree as a gift for my grandpa. Be warned: THERE IS NO STOPPING POINT, lol. But of all the gifts I ever gave him, that was the one he really kept looking at and wouldn’t put down!
Connie: The Head Peanut
Soooooooo much work, but so worth it. I really need to try this. I just feel like I have so many different projects started do I REALLY dare to start another one??
Connie: The Head Peanut
WOW! You are learning so much about your family. WOW!
Annmarie Weeks
I had an ‘okay day’. Nothing great, but nothing bad either. The weather was beautiful today; in the upper 70s/lower 80s. I had a few errands to run and some chores to do here at home, so that kept me busy pretty much all day.
Connie: The Head Peanut
I so badly need to do a deep clean on my house. AND here I sit. LOL
Ed
Busy day around our house as our girls had friends over for playdates.
Connie: The Head Peanut
I use to love play dates for my kids. Time goes too dang fast.
Tamra Phelps
Not much going on today. I made a few phone calls to reschedule appointments or schedule new ones. That took way longer than it should have.
Polly Hall
Had a relaxing day, made pancakes, took a walk, and ate leftovers for dinner.
MPaula
Sore neck today; didn’t sleep well. I am trying to try a cat not to claw at paintings on the wall. He doesn’t actually scratch them but it sounds like it!
Terri Quick
My day is going ok. I’m just getting some things done around the house.
l p
the day is going well. laundry day today. grateful to have what is here. thanks.
Barbara Montag
I am tired today as it is so hot!
gloria patterson
Have not done a lot today. The weather is high of 75 today with a lot of 55. Worked a little going through some papers. Got rid of some (not important) by tearing in small pieces and other thru my shredder(just a small one) Then read some more new book. My problem is favorite authors are coming out with new books………………….. I have already pre ordered them. Some have arrived and some are due the end of the month………… right now I have 5 in my to read pile.
Also picked up some sliver metal (3) flower with hooks on sale for $3. Going to take the hooks off and painted them bright orange. Ascolor accent in my bedroom
Connie: The Head Peanut
Oh very nice. I’m a huge fan of orange. Did I tell you that Alice and I have named my ORANGE Subaru Banana?? It makes us laugh every time we say it.
Shelly Peterson
Today is just a day spent relaxing. We got some rain that we desperetaly needed.
heather
My day is going so so today. At least it is cooler today that is so nice.
Elizabeth
I should write today, but might need to run errands…
Connie: The Head Peanut
Elizabeth, I here ya! So many errands to run but it’s actually RAINING here in Idaho. Sooooo, I think I will just play in the craftroom. I hope your day is productive.
Kate Sarsfield
I cannot believe August is coming to an end! This year seems to have whizzed by. Anyway, more of the same but today I’m attempting to hang a mirror over the bathroom sink. Plenty of pillows just in case. I can’t afford 7 years bad luck!
Connie: The Head Peanut
Time is going way, way too fast for me. Can you believe that Alice starts 7th grade tomorrow. WHAT?!?!?! Wasn’t she just learning to crawl 5 minues ago??
Good luck with the mirror!
gloria patterson
There is NO doubt in my mind that you hung that mirror without any problems.
Michele Soyer
There is no more packing to be done until the end – my impatience to move is overwhelming me right now and no project was lifting me out of this emotional down – tried cooking, baking, nothing left to clean ( how dirty can the house get?) languages, art history course.. then voila an email from my dad’s far removed cousin who is deeply involved in a family tree with our relatives in Hungary – this project will keep me invloved and busy for quite awhile.. so far they have gone back to before 1800…
Kate Sarsfield
Ooh! That’ll keep you focused!
Connie: The Head Peanut
Michele, THAT is AMAZING!!!!!!!! WOW!!!! 1800 DANG!!! THAT will be a great project.
Tamra Phelps
I have to head to Lexington Wednesday to get a heart monitor patch that I have to wear for a bit for the cardiac oncologist. Ugh. But it has to be done to satisfy the surgeon that my heart is okay.
Kate Sarsfield
Good, it’s another step in the right direction. Bummer about the travelling tho’.
Connie: The Head Peanut
How far away is Lexington? Another step in the right direction. Sending you a big ole hug!
Ed
Had a great time with my nieces and nephews at our house today.
Connie: The Head Peanut
FUN!!!!! I love family time. It’s my favorite.
Barbara Montag
The day was a bit crazy.
Neighbors assembled my new entertainment center!
Oh boy that was something else.
Connie: The Head Peanut
SWEET!!! It’s so great to have NICE neighbors.
Terri Quick
I’m doing ok today. I’m just relaxing at home
Connie: The Head Peanut
Me too. It’s actually raining in Idaho thanks to Hillary. We sure need it with all the fires we have.
gloria patterson
Did some shopping today at a discount store. Was picking up clear plastic bins for my mothers refrigerator. I got 8 different size bins and few other things total was $64.65 with coupons and senior discount it was down to $40.
Got to do the refrigerator some time this week. Warm today but cold in the evening down to 52 last night. Had my windows shut
Connie: The Head Peanut
Gloria, THAT is an awesome haul. I LOVE the coupons and senior discount.
Polly Hall
Trying to get back into home life after 2 weeks on vacation.
Connie: The Head Peanut
It would be so easy to come home after vacation if it wasn’t for the unpacking, washing, shopping and real life again.
heather
My day is going pretty good just got home from the local store. Super smokey here from wildfires makes me nervous when I can’t see if there is a new fire out there.
Connie: The Head Peanut
SAME HERE!! So smokey. I keep asking Alexa for any new wild fires near me. Nothing. But, dang this is a lot of smoke. THANKFULLY today we have been having a steady rain for the last 5 hours. That HOPEFULLY will help the firefighters. Stay safe.
Kate Sarsfield
Shifting furniture around so I can seal the floor in the room I’m sleeping in. It’s covered with plastic sheeting at the moment but I want to get the room finished off.
Connie: The Head Peanut
I swear you are like the energizer bunny. GO KATE GO!!!!
Elizabeth
I’m wondering what tidings e-mail will bring this Monday morn…
Shelly Peterson
Today is a day of dialysis. This smoke is killing my eyes. They are itchy and watery.
Paula Peterson
My city is on fire, so my day is not good.
Connie: The Head Peanut
OH NO Paula! Are you getting or expecting any of the rain from Hillary? Stay safe.
Tamra Phelps
Really hot and humid today. Ugh. Tomorrow is starting another week and I get to spend the day on the phone trying to straighten out some doctors appointments and trips to get there.
Connie: The Head Peanut
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Ed
Had a very early start to my day today as I had an MRI this morning. Now I wait for the results.
Connie: The Head Peanut
I hope it all good news.
Polly Hall
Just back from our 2 week vacation on Lake michigan, it’s good being home.
Terri Quick
I’m doing ok. I went out to buy ingredients for to make chocolate pecan fudge.
l p
the day is going well. it’s cooler today but just right for a visit with a friend. we haven’t seen eachother for 3+ years. at least there’s email. thanks
gloria patterson
Two week ago great niece wanted to spend the night told her she would have to slept on the floor. She was not a fan of that! So I told her I would get a blow up mattress for her when she wanted to stay. So got one at walmart talked about a pump, I was set!
The following week Zay I went shopping for things she would need…………….. she picked out sheets, and a blanket and then told me I needed a new one in the living room because the one there was not soft. And turns out she was right. She wanted toothpaste and a brush, and bath sponge, night gown. And of course she needed a stuff animal to hold on to………
So we get back and pull out the blow up mattress……………. it DOES NOT HAVE A PUMP (it says pump on the box) it wants you to hand pump it or you have a electric pump. We just threw it in the corner told I would put it in the box later.
Todays to do list – put that big bed back in that little box…………….. it took me over two hrs but I finally got it just right and pushed and it was in…………………
Connie: The Head Peanut
ROFLMAO!!! Ohhhhh Miss Zay has your number. BTW, I’ll bring my own …….. naaaa I want a stuffed animal and all the other stuff too. LOL!!!!!!
Kate Sarsfield
Just woken up after what I thought was a quick nap, Wrong! Slept for 5 hours and it’s 8.30pm. I blame Gloria: was watching 12 To The Moon (1960) and Phantom From Space (1953) till the wee hours.
gloria patterson
Kate I accept the blame…………. for you to see something on facebook from me and deciding to watch some old movies. DID you enjoy them? And as for naps I decide how long I want to nap from 15 minutes to two hour and set the time on my phone 🙂
LOL
Kate Sarsfield
Loved them! Going to watch The Creature From The Black Lagoon later!
gloria patterson
OMG I remember that movie LOL E N J O Y
Connie: The Head Peanut
Naps are GREAT! I love a good nap.
Connie: The Head Peanut
ROFLMAO!!!!!!!!! I LOVE a good B sy-fi movie.
Connie: The Head Peanut
I miss Elvira. She always had the best old movies and wise cracks.
Shelly Peterson
The smoke from fires is so bad here. I am staying inside.
heather
My day is going so so just having a quiet Sunday hope you have a great one too.
Elizabeth
Hoping my brother avoids the worst of the LA weather…
Barbara Montag
I am have a pretty good day so far.
Getting laundry done and out of the way!
Michele Soyer
Storm passed us by but flooding in Tobago and parts of south…today is sunny and bright and you would never know what yesterday was like…Taking the day off just baking and cooking then my book! Wait I think I deserve a single malt!
Kate Sarsfield
Sounds like a good idea!
Kim Kern
I’m up early and the day has been great so far. Hopefully, it will be good all day.
tammy ta
My day was okay. I didn’t have to work so that was good. Went by too fast as always.
Kim Kern
I’ve had a quiet day today. Kind of nice for a change.
Terri Quick
I’m doing ok. I went to the grocery store & wow the prices are as insane as ever!
l p
the day is going well. baking some things for tomorrow’s gathering. sure hope they turn out. thanks
heather
Not feeling too great today. I think the heat and wildfire smoke is really getting to me.
gloria patterson
The last thing my mother said to my yesterday when I was leaving………… THE NEXT TIME YOU MAKE CHILI I WANT SOME………….. I AM HUNGRY FOR IT!
So today I made chili it has cooled and I have placed in ziplocks going to take up to her in few.
Connie: The Head Peanut
YOU are such a great daughter.
Jodi Hunter
Today is going pretty well, just lazing about with my family.
Shelly Peterson
Today the weather is so bad. The air quality is unhealthy. My grandsons birthday party has to be moved inside.
Kate Sarsfield
Phew! Trying to get work done shifting furniture about in v. humid (for Ireland). Got through Betty without damage apart from a leaking gutter but I put a bin underneath & now have enough water to flush the toilet for a couple days! More continuous rain for the next couple of days 🙁
Elizabeth
On my way to check out Bookstore Romance Day!
Michele Soyer
Kate I hear you – we are having more tropical waves coming tonight so hope to get things done now – the toleits – both are slightly leaking from tiny cracks so bought 2 new ones and the plumber is installing – glad he picked them up and got here just as the wind and rain started…if current goes we have the solar and the generator to keep his tools going! Thought about it but decided i want to sell this property with no issues at all – didn’t know about the cracks before or I would have done it for the developer that pulled out…
Started out this early am down but realize that divine timing will send the right buyer..
tammy ta
My day was very tiring. I am so tired.
Tamra Phelps
I’ve been watching this all day, 10 episode series about the Long Island serial killer–from befor ethey arrested the suspect they got recently. So…I’m feeling a little creeped out.
Terri Quick
I’m doing well today. I hope everyone is doing well too.
Anonymous
My mothers back is really bothering her and there is not a lot they can do for that 94 yr old body. I had one thermaCare hot therapy patches. I put the patch on her and said I would go to walmart today. Picked up Back thermacare patches, they only had 3 boxes = 12 patches. Got those and little of this and a little of that. When I took everthing up to her apartment she was telling me. After I left she leaned back in her recliner and slept till 3 am, got up and in bed till after 10. Said those patches really helped. Got back to my apartment great nephew (17) arrived came to see grandma but stopped at my place first.
I am tired and about ready to call it a day
gloria patterson
Anonymous
August 18, 2023 at 3:42 pm
Is me………………. one of those days
Kate Sarsfield
Hope Mum’s feeling a bit better after all that sleep xxx
heather
whoops — meant to type choking on smoke in my last comment I got no sleep last night because of the wildfires can’t type today at all.
Connie: The Head Peanut
Smoke is horrible here too. I feel your pain. That and it’s so hot. No AC. It’s miserable.
heather
We are cholking on super thick smoke here from all of the wildfires it is terrible and super super SCARY! I am trying to keep my mind busy so I don’t stress.
Kate Sarsfield
The whole country’s under orange alert – Storm Betty is on her way! Done as much as I can outdoors before the rain, now doing anything that needs electricity before the wind.
Connie: The Head Peanut
Stay safe. MAN what a weird 2023. Canada is on fire. Idaho and Washington with fires. Hurricane in Southern California. What is HAPPENING?!!?
Kate Sarsfield
How are you both? Keeping well, I hope. Always worry when you go quiet on us and where is Sarah?
Connie: The Head Peanut
Thank you for asking. I swear my body is getting revenge on me for things I did as a teen. SO many things. Starting with diagnosied with Cushings Disease. (I had never even HEARD of this!!) Then adding PMR (Polymyalgia Rheumatica) diagnosis. WTH!? Last Monday I went in to have what we thought was a ganglion cyst removed. It actually turned out to be a tumor. THANKFULLY benign. WHAT IS HAPPENING TO ME?!?! JEMinnyCrickets! I’m falling apart here. I have a craftroom I want to play in!
As far as Sarah, last I talked to her she was in a convalescent home. 🙁 I haven’t checked in on her in forever. I need to do that right now.
gloria patterson
WOW you have been learning about a lot of different medical problems. Its called getting old but then again. 20 yrs ago I had my first hip replacement, 17 yr other side hip replacement……………………………. NO problems
5 yr ago COPD, and now right now knee needs replaced, right wrist needs some kinda work not sure on details yet, catharacs both eyes…………..
Its either we got old or we just had to much fun and are paying for it now!
Connie: The Head Peanut
Agreed! So much fun that NOW my body is saying HA! I caught up to you. Getting older is NOT for sissies.
Kate Sarsfield
Lord, we’re a load of old crocks! Cushing’s is the thyroid, I think. Completely curable but may affect your bone strength as well, so watch out for that. Pass on good wishes to Sarah, please x
Connie: The Head Peanut
I tried to contact Sarah, no response yet. I’ll let you know. The Cushings is due to steroids. WHICH they are using to try and help me with my neck, hand and back pain. The doctor is weaning me off them little by little. Getting older is NOT for sissies!
Kate Sarsfield
Looked it up and am big enough to state that I was wrong. It’s the pituitary gland.
Tamra Phelps
Batten down the hatches. Stay inside and stay safe.
Michele Soyer
Please stay inside and be safe kate
Barbara Montag
I have having a great smooth day.
Will be volunteering for a brat sale this PM>
Connie: The Head Peanut
Ahhhh I do love a nice smooth day!
Elizabeth
My mom’s baking me a peach pie today!
Connie: The Head Peanut
I am on my way! I’ll bring my own fork?? Peach pie YUM!!!!!!!
Shelly Peterson
Happy Friday!! I am ready for the weekend.
Connie: The Head Peanut
I was going to say I was ready for the weekend too…. but pretty much every day is a weekend here. LOL
Michele Soyer
Up at half past 5 and decided to go downstairs and see if the yard cats are about – and they were so I fed them all – walked the pooch early surveyed what I have to do today… reap squash rake out the bed and cover with green manure – positive thoughts about selling so not replanting that bed….now more coffee….
Connie: The Head Peanut
WOW again. You are so productive all the time. I am a slug!
tammy ta
My day was okay. Pretty much same ol same ol.
Connie: The Head Peanut
That’s pretty much my life. Same thing…… I guess boring is good.
Tamra Phelps
I had a bad night so I wound up sleeping until about 1 in the afternoon! So, my day got a late start, lol.
Connie: The Head Peanut
{{{{{{{{{{{{Tamra}}}}}}}}}}}}} hopefully you’ll sleep better tonight.
Terri Quick
I’m so tired. Taking the dogs in the car is like taking 2 toddlers lol!
Connie: The Head Peanut
ROFLMAO!!!!
kcf
It’s a quiet day here, except for the occasional sirens. I’m making plans for tomorrow and the upcoming week-end. Much depends on the weather so I’ve got my fingers crossed.
Molli L Taylor
my day is going hot… so hot here in portland oregon
Connie: The Head Peanut
Oh my gosh! It’s SO HOT here in Idaho too. It’s miserable. I don’t want snow but 70’s would be ever so nice.
gloria patterson
I am being lazy today I should vacummn and all that good stuff ……………. BUT didn’t and don’t plan on doing it now. To late in the day. 🙂
Elizabeth
Just trying to stay out of the carpet cleaner’s way…
heather
My day was going pretty good til I tried to get online comment not posting. Went shoping early and beat the crowds it was nice.
Barbara Klein
This contest looks good. Iwill say it could use the Gift Card. Perk my self up. YEA!
Connie: The Head Peanut
Isn’t a win always a great pick me up? Good LUCK!!
Shelly Peterson
I slept in today, which was nice. I’m heading to lunch with my daughter.
l p
the day is going well. today’s the last day of lovely weather so I’m taking advantage of it. storms and more clouds and cool days ahead. thanks
Barbara Montag
I am having a relaxing day – not a lot on my planner!
Kate Sarsfield
Just the usual renovations/decorating although it didn’t rain so I managed some weeding. Storms due tomorrow night into the weekend 🙁
Sandra Watts
Enjoying some peace and quiet today so all is good!
Michele Soyer
The day after a storm goes thru – bright sunny and cool for here! After breakfast heading out to pick up debris and make sure all is well…
Tracy Robertson
My day was interesting. I had to report to jury duty and sit there for a few hours and I was finally dismissed. While I would love to serve on a jury it would be a big strain on the finances since I’d have to miss some work, so it was a relief to not be selected.
susan atkins
My day is going great ! My birthday was Aug 16th and I was 70 years old. On Aug 14th I was married 52 years- How great is that !
Connie: The Head Peanut
Congratulations!!! AND Late Happy BIRTHDAY!!
tammy ta
My day was busy, loud and long.
Tamra Phelps
I had an irritating day, lol. I went to the grocery and called the bus for a return pickup at 3–it was after 5:30 when it finally got there, after I had called again to complain. He told me they didn’t even put me on his screen until 5, after I called again . Argh. So annoyed. I spent 5 hours doing something that should have taken maybe a little over an hour.
Marisela Zuniga
It’s been a long day today!! I’m ready for bed
Tami Vollenweider
Just staying in my cool house catching up wiyh my laundry!
Natalie
I had a busy but uneventful day at work. I am not as tired today which is a good thing!
gloria patterson
Well our state decided that this was the week to start and to continue through november a main highway paving. We have college students moving in, school starts next wek etc etc.
They started almost right in front of our building. Right now we can only make a right turn to get out of our parking lot. I got lucky when I came back it only took me 20 minutes to get to our parking lot. And the best part of all was I could see our building but could not drive to it. My mother aid said it took her almost 40 minutes to get to the building.
Connie: The Head Peanut
OH GLORIA! That’s horrible. I hope they work fast.
Jen R
My day has been going pretty good. I am recovering from sickness so haven’t done much today. My daughter starts school tomorrow.
Terri Quick
I’m doing ok. I’m thankful that the humidity is gone now.
heather
My day is going so so. I made some yummy breakfast burritos this morning they were yummy. Now just dreading the heat!
Elizabeth
Gotta move furniture since the carpet cleaner is coming tomorrow…
l p
the day is going quite well. a sudden wind storm came up last night and blew over a huge, mature tree. it blocked a main road so there were sirens and buzz saws for hours. not much sleep but lots to do today so had better get to it. thanks
laurie damrose
I got up early and worked out.After that I am currently working.My day is going great!
Michele Soyer
Made a quick run to the hardware, grocery and feed and grain. The inter-tropical- convergence zone is activated by a tropical wave so weather is upon us and I wanted to ensure the pets had plenty of food… thunder and all the drama is here right after we made it back in…Grateful very grateful….
Shelly Peterson
I think I am ready for Fall weather.
Kate Sarsfield
I just received the most beautiful homewarming present! Thank you so much, Tamra, it’s perfect!
Tamra Phelps
Glad you like it. I thought you could hang it around your garden, lol.
Marisela Zuniga
My day has been good. Made a crockpot dinner so I had more time to myself today
Barbara Montag
I had a great and tiring day.
I am breaking into a new volunteer spot.
Calvin
Apart from a bit of upper back pain, everything’s been fine.
Shelly Peterson
I went to brunch with my daughter and granddaughter today. I just got home from an appointment and its so hot!
Kate Sarsfield
Woken by the noise of an excavator at 8am that went on till 10pm. I’ve had a headache all day. Tried to set up my printer – AGH! I’ll try again tomorrow.
gloria patterson
Woke up at 5 and I just refused to get up that early. Surprise back to sleep and did not wake till 7am. Have not done much today. Temp are low this high 70’s, next week when school starts it is back in to the high 80’s.
Had a building meeting at 1:30 The fire Dept did a safety meeting things to do and not to do. And I tell you some of DUMB ASS question that some people asked was really nuts. They bitched about this and that ………………. and the fire dept kept telling them the building is SAFE it has the required features……… etc etc Again he said get to the fire excape and get out of the building. What if they cannot walk down steps and on and on…………… AND of course I opened my mouth and said
SIT DOWN ON YOUR ASS AND SLIDE DOWN THE STEPS
Kate Sarsfield
Damn right! If you’ve got flames heading your way, a set of steps isn’t going to stop you.
Terri Quick
My day was ok. At least it’s less humid & overcast today.
Tamra Phelps
Spent a while venting to my therapist (the mental health kind, not the physical kind, lol)–now I’m going to read a while and maybe watch TV. I’m a little on edge today because the physical issues seem a little overwhelming, lol. One of those days.
Kate Sarsfield
Good. Glad you had the chance to let it out xx
DebP
Still going through boxes of stuff from my parents’ estate. Hope to get enough together for another yard sale.
heather
I am doing just so so today didn’t get a lot of sleep last night way too hot! It was 110 degrees here yesterday IN THE SHADE!
Elizabeth
I just made coffee caramel ice cream to freeze, I think it’ll be good!
l p
up eary to the sound of buzz saws. kettle’s boiling…. this will be a good day – a cup of tea will help. thanks
Michele Soyer
Well true to my word I worked outside until 1/2 6 pm.. everything is done…Therefor today with the storm here I can relax and do nothing! After I vacuum and do a bit of dusting I can cook then relax and read.. current just went so no vacuuming! I do hope they fix it quickly so I can do one load of laundry…
Aline Vargas
My day is a little confusing. It’s winter here and my cat doesn’t let me sleep.
Ken Ohl
Not great in my way to hospital for more tests
kathy m
Still enjoying the nice summer weather – nothing over 85 degree’s this year. not great for growing the garden but wonderful for enjoying the outside and sunshine! Hope everyone has an amazing day!
Tamra Phelps
I’ve spent this day wishing I could just go back to sleep, lol. It’s been rainy, too, which didn’t help.
l p
the day is going well. spent the morning volunteering. so glad the weather was supportive of being outside. thanks
gloria patterson
It was warm and muggy this morning. Was going to be a high of 85 at 4:12 pm it is only 74.
Then the rain came and if feels so cool and the air smells so good.
I am being lazy, reading my new book. Lots of favoirte authors have new books coming out.
heather
My day is going not so great was told the wrong time to show up to an appointment and now the internet is driving me to drink. 111 degrees here scary hot!
Elizabeth
Going to grab some lunch before I run errands…
Shelly Peterson
Just a day of dialysis. It’s gonna be a hot hot week.
Kate Sarsfield
I think (shhh, don’t want to tempt fate) that summer may be back! PVA’d then painted the cement-filled holes from yesterday. Then had a 5-hour nap! Gloria, what’s happening to me?
gloria patterson
LOL ROFLMAO Kate you are work hard and with NAPS you are recharging. A nap a day is good for you. A NAP A DAY WILL KEEP THE DOCTOR AWAY………………………..lol lol lol
Michele Soyer
7am and I just came back in.. started at half 5am and glad I did – got so much done w/o any interruptions…Coffee breakfast then back out again –
Kate Sarsfield
You started working at 5.30? Bloody Hell, Michele, what time do you go to bed?
Michele Soyer
11 on the dot!
Kate Sarsfield
Oh, no! That’s not enough sleep for me!
Marisela Zuniga
My day was good. We had a lazy Sunday
tammy ta
My day was good, pretty quiet. Went by way too fast as always on my day off.
Kim Kern
Not a fun day. Spent all day picking up tree branches. They were everywhere. What a mess.
Tamra Phelps
Another weekend is almost over. I need to make a few appointments with doctors on Monday, so I guess I’ll spend tomorrow on the phone.
gloria patterson
We got our rain storm last night started about 10. Woke up at 1:30 am hot! The electric had been off but came back on. But fans were off. Turned fans on and back to sleep woke up at 3 power had been off again but back on. Turn my fans on but could not go back to sleep. The heck with it got dressed gather my laundry. By 4;30 laundry done and put away and I was ready to sleep.
Have not done much today………. still working on my new book
l p
up and out early. it’s a lovely day but the humidity is quite high. lots to do and what seems like not enough time to do it in. it will all get done – just not on my schedule. thanks
Shelly Peterson
I am super tired. I had bad heartburn all night.
heather
My day is going pretty good so far. I got all my outside watering done and took the garbage out now it is way too hot to go out there 107 degrees here today – Hate It!
Elizabeth
I have to write and send interview questions today…
Michele Soyer
Ok – so I spent the entire week being lazy unmotivated to do any sort of garden/land work.. lol.. well my list is made for tomorrow and I will work from dawn to dusk to get it all done..today I will get ready by lying around reading my book and lsitening to music.. cooking and generally enjoying myself!
gloria patterson
“I will work from dawn to dusk” I don’t want to say you are nuts but this really sounds nuts. You would be worn out and beat………… Try a little bit each day say early morning when it is cooler 🙂
Kate Sarsfield
All scheduled plans cancelled for today: the sun is shining! Imagine that! In August! So, time to get some laundry done – by hand, in a bucket!
Marisela Zuniga
My day was good, we went clothes shopping for my 8 year old, it was just too hot to be out for long
Tamra Phelps
Well, cable is having issues, so here I sit online, lol. I have become way too dependent on this stuff.
gloria patterson
Right now our temp is 86 but it does not feel really hot. Got my windows open and there is just a little bit of breeze. Of course I have my fans on, I run then 24 / 7 year round. Hoping for a little rain. Not doing a whole lot of anything ……….. of course I have new books I might just have to do nothing and read them this weekend. And of course I have had a nap today LOL
heather
Spent the day at the cemetery to celebrate a birthday sad day.
Kate Sarsfield
I made cement today & filled in some big dinges in one of the old concrete floors. That’s another first for me but You Tube is brilliant! Then I did a Gloria and slept for 3 hours!
gloria patterson
I keep telling my great niece (6) to take all the naps she can. She is going to miss them later in life.
Kate you are become a “Jack of A Things”
Tamra Phelps
My brother built his back deck usin g YouTube videos, lol.
Shelly Peterson
Not much going on today. My daughter and grandkids get back from Texas tonight. Yay!
l p
lots to do today. the overhead clouds are abating so there’s no excuse to get at that weeding! thanks
Michele Soyer
Here it is 10am and I still am sitting around drinking more coffee….I have to get moving but I think I would rather read another book!
Elizabeth
I’m going to pick up some summer reading prizes out of town….
Kim Kern
Hope there is no rain. I have a long trip to make today.
Tamra Phelps
Had the appointment with the cardiac oncologist today–was surprised to hear that a 2019 EKG on my heart (when I was still in the nursing home and had MRSA) showed the lower half of my heart only doing about 55%. No one ever told me. But it could have been because of the MRSA, etc. Anyway, he wants to do some tests (stress tests, wear a patch that monitors heart for a bit)–then he expets he will okay the surgery for the breast, barring no surprises.
Kate Sarsfield
What? 55%? No wonder you’re tired all the time. Your poor body (and mind) have been through hell and back. AND BACK!
gloria patterson
Quick trip to pick up a few things that I would need for the weekend. I also got a pack of peopperoni rolls. (JUST in case you don’t know what they are – pepperoni roll consists of a fairly soft white yeast-leavened bread roll with pepperoni baked in the middle. During baking, the fats in the pepperoni (which are hard at room temperature) melt, resulting in a spicy oil suffusing into the bread.)
Then a trip to farmers market for some good tomatoes and a few other things. Seniors can get from our Senior Center COUPONS for the farmer market. This year we got 5 $10 coupons so $50 goes a lot way for veggies.
Kate Sarsfield
Finally getting the sitting room/study organised. Got the desk in, unpacked the pc but can’t find the leads! Why I didn’t pack them with it I don’t know. Have to have a hunt through boxes tomorrow.
heather
I am having a great day so far hope you are too. Happy Friday, hope you have a nice weekend.
l p
today is going well. the weekly ‘to-do list’ is slowly shortening; nice weather too. thanks
Shelly Peterson
I am heading to dialysis soon. Happy Friday.
Kim Kern
It’s a great day so far. Getting lots of chores done.
Elizabeth
Trying to decide whether to run errands or work on stuff at home…
Michele Soyer
Finally got outside and did a wee bit of weeding before I said bleh and did a few loads of laundry and found myself surrounded by cats when I started to hang them up – 3 from next door and one that came in from the road and just decided to live in my garage… the pooch just watches them all and goes back to sleep! Today I really should d more but I heard thunder – no – back in…
Tamra Phelps
Tomorrow I go to the cardiac oncologist–because my regular oncologist wants me to have a cardiac workup just to be sure everything there is fine for surgery, etc. OK. Fine. But for some reason I dread it. I think it’s just because the cancer diagnosis was so unexpected after what I thought would be a normal mammogram. Now I have anxiety about every new test or scan, lol.
Michele Soyer
Tamra all my prayers are with you – try ( and I know it is not easy) to let the anxiety go…
Kate Sarsfield
Tamra, please tell the consultant of your fear. He/she can reassure you. Also means that the results can be as accurate as poss.
gloria patterson
I know why they give kids to young people!!! I am still dragging! Got up dressed made a cup of tea, sat down in the recliner turned tv on. Drank about 1/2 the tea and I was out like a light. Slept 3 hrs 🙂 Woke up hungry made a tuna sandwich and ate it then sat back down in the recliner. another 2 hr nap. Feeling better then I get company, great niece her little cusin and her grandma. Her grandma lives in this building on the 7th floor, and I live on the 6th floor and her great grandmother lives on 8th floor. Little CC just turned 2 and she follows Zay around like a puppy. They played and watercolored and playdough. And then had to check my jewelry out. Then had to go back to grandmas because their parents would be coming soon.
Threw a pizza in the oven and I think I will play on the laptop for a bit.
Kari
Today is a good day. I’m just back from meeting a friend and making some plans.
heather
My day is going pretty good so far. I just got in the door from going to the store. I am in and just about ready to turn on the air conditioner.
Shelly Peterson
Today is just another day of relaxing. Not much going on.
l p
the day is going pretty quickly – too quickly. it’s cooler today so I’ve been out running errands. we have a new (new for us) mosquito type so there’s a chance of being bitten 24/7. time for a cup of tea (for me – not them). thanks
Kim Kern
Lots of rain, but day is going fine.
Kate Sarsfield
Yesterday was very humid (today’s not much better) so headache all night and was still awake at 5.30 AND it was the annual black flying ants day (yuch!). They were everywhere! I’ll swop Tamra’s kamikase for these bas****s anytime!
Michele Soyer
Yesterday was productive regarding the house selling – sent more pics to people who will share them with others – honestly I have no motivation to weed or garden at all – read all afternoon into the evening.. today I MUST get out there….
Tamra Phelps
Well, we’ve reached that part of Summer when I start looking forward to when it gets cold enough to kill the bugs, lol. A kamikaze fly has been buzzing me all day.
gloria patterson
My everything is dragging………………………………………………
Had great niece today, we shopped, ate at KFC, came back and we saw great grandma. Then back to my apartment………………………………. ate some more, painted a little.
THEN we played dolls……………………………………………….
Its almost 9 pm and I am passed readly for bed
Kate Sarsfield
Another day at the welfare centre. They lost 2 to feline flu last night. PLEASE GET YOUR KITTENS/CATS VACCINATED.
Tamra Phelps
Don’t know if you can get a show called The Incredible Dr. Pol but you would love it. He is a country veterinarian in Michigan. Great show and I learn something every time i watch.
Kate Sarsfield
Don’t know of it but will check it out, thanks!
heather
My day is going really nice. I had a ton of running around to do and it all went nice and smoothly and now I am back home before it gets too hot. Finishing up my laundry.
l p
going a little crazy today. the robocallers are amping up their game all times of the night and day. thanks
Shelly Peterson
Today is just a typical day of dialysis.
Elizabeth
They’re repairing the street today, more intrigue getting out of town…
l p
the day is going better than the night. hope the improvement continues. thanks
Elizabeth
I’m going to a restaurant today to interview the staff, hope the traffic is okay!
gloria patterson
Had a Dr apointment on the other side of town. On the way to the interstate I decided to stop at Walmart. Well I found more of those clothes great niece fell in love. And yes I got this and that and that and that…………….. Yes I spoil her but she is my girl 🙂
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Shelly Peterson
My daughter and grandkids are in Texas for the week. So I don’t have much going on.
Kate Sarsfield
More decorating anf a little bit of pottering in my jungle of a garden when the rain stopped. It’s really hard to get motivated in this non-stop rain and cold.
BTW, some of you (esp. Tamra!) might find the following useful: https://www.youtube.com/@AskDoctorJo
She does great, very gentle exercises that you can do sitting down or even lying in bed. I found the site very helfpful after dislocating my knee. Worth checking out!
gloria patterson
That looks like a great site……………… so many of my aches are listed…….. GOT IT BOOKMARKED
THANKS!! Stay dry Kate
Tamra Phelps
Lord knows I need some good exercises that work. I’ll give it a try.
heather
My day is going pretty good today I got some good sleep last night so I am much more cheery today. Hope you have a great day.
Michele Soyer
Made a quick trip to the grocery and then off to talk to more contacts I have up here who are kind enough to go thru the private listing again – you really never know how many people respect you and try to help you. the private realtor came Sunday and their commission is very reasonable….So back on track and today on this Lions Gate astrological manifestation day I feel postitive and nothing will get me down.. Then i started a new book and read late into the night until I finished it – could not put it down – the reality of what happened in Europe to families after the war are sometimes devastating – remembering stories my father told me..
Tamra Phelps
More rain. Argh!! I am so tired of rain. All it has done this Summer is rain. And still get so humid & hot it hurts to breath.
Elizabeth
The grocery store was a two hour epic, eesh…
gloria patterson
Off to Walmart to pick up a few things. When I lwas getting ready to leave walmart I started to get in the car a women stopped me and said my tire was flat. A man near by looked at said it will get you home or wear ever. So off to my tire guy, said no problem but it will be at least a 35 to 40 minute wait, ever ones at lunch. While I was there a storm came thru heavy rain and wind blowing. People were pulling off the road after about 20 minutes the storm moved on ( for a little while) Only cost me $35. something about the valve. About 2 hrs later that storm must have turned back around it poured and blew. The temp is 70 and the wind is blowing…………. shut my windows. Ifs after 5 or I would take a nap. Just got a energy drink how hope it gives me so pep!
Katrine
The day is going way too fast. The kids were here and we had a blast.
Kate Sarsfield
Slept & slept! Cleaned windows inside (raining again) and painted round edges of my new sitting room – no point paying for carpet when it’s going to be covered by furniture!
l p
August 07
the day is going well. hoping to get out for some last minute groceries soon – depends on the weather. thanks
heather
I am tryng to have a nice day even though I stepped in dog poo this morning sure pissed me off! lol
Hope you are having a good Monday.
Shelly Peterson
I am having trouble sleeping, so here I am.
Tamra Phelps
Today I’m just reading, doing some silly stuff online (well, also pre-registering for a visit to the cancer center on Friday, too) and watching TV.
l p
06 August
the day is going well. was invited to three different picnics and an outdoor festival – not enough time for all. weather cooperated wherever each was. thanks
gloria patterson
Up early did a little of this and that. Ever time I open a drawer or cabinet I start get rid of stuff. This has been going on for over two months…………………… AND I HAVE NOT MISSED ANYTHING THAT I HAVE GOTTEN RID OF.
Had a short nap and finished my new book
Kim Kern
Barely had visibility driving in a downporing rain. Made for a long trip.
Elizabeth
Trying to figure out the best way to avoid festival traffic today…
Shelly Peterson
Today is another lazy day. I did run and get coffee this morning.
Kate Sarsfield
I have been terribly lazy today! Weather’s too cold to do anything outside and I’m just not in the mood to lug furniture about. It’ll keep till tomorrow!
heather
I am having a nice mellow Sunday just staying home today and relaxing, watching movies and eating. LOL
Hope you have a nice one too.
Michele Soyer
Had a few bad days but I am back again…Nothing can defeat me I will keep on going…Posted all the house and land pics to an international site and have a few contacts here helping me sell the property… Then my container shipper called – the timing doesn’t matter since the deal fell through so I was not in panic mode but here is the latest on that front – from here they no longer ship diectly to Greece – they are going to send me the indirect routes I can choose from – whoopee!! we can either go thru. drumroll.. the states, the UK, Germany,Netherlands to Athens and then container truck from Athens on the Ferry to Corfu….Ok so since this is not happening tomorrow I have time to analyze my choices…
Well I plan on reading and re-doing plans today and I do have a prospective private realtor coming this afternoon – have to see what their commission would be….
Kate Sarsfield
It takes an awful lot to keep a good woman down xxx
gloria patterson
How much stuff are you taking with you? Have you already got a place there?
Tamra Phelps
Wow, fortunately you can jump through all the hoops that life puts up!! You’ll get this done.
Tamra Phelps
I spent most of Saturday reading, so not much got done today…but I don’t care. Time well spent.
Kate Sarsfield
You & me both!
gloria patterson
Got up late today it was almot 7 AM Did a little of this and not much of anything. Decided i needed a nap and slept for almost 3 hours. Got a new book think I am just going to start on it…………. and be lazy the rest of the day
l p
the day is going well. there’s a new little farmers’ market close by so will go and check it out. thanks
Shelly Peterson
Today I slept in and just going to relax.
heather
My day is going pretty good so far. I was up super super early this morning and out the door to do some major grocery shopping it was nice and quiet out there.
Kate Sarsfield
The electrician chap was only here for about an hour & was extremely tidy and courteous. I now have a Smart meter so at least I don’t have to have ‘estimated’ bills. My last bill was €300 over so I’m in credit!
Connie we had a high today of 59 degrees! And it stopped raining!
Kim Kern
Didn’t sleep well last night. Going to be a tired day.
Elizabeth
Just got home from a long day, traffic is intense!
l p
the day is going well. another early start with construction but it’s great when they take breaks. thanks
heather
My day is going so so. I got stung by a jellowjacket this morning while putting the gabage in the container outside. We are going to get some spray and nuke em soon.
gloria patterson
Proud great aunt of ………………………. Lil Miss of Monongalia County Fair
She did so good and had fun and also as one of her prizes a Big Girl Bike she was thrilled with that.
Not much to day few errands, 15 min nap. The maintance man showed up with a light bulb for my refrigerator put it in didn’t work. Had to go back down stairs but I now have LIGHT in my refrig
Shelly Peterson
Happy Friday! I am ready for a relaxing weekend.
Kim Kern
Just woke up. It’s going to be a busy day.
Kate Sarsfield
Where’s Michele? Hope all’s well, although she’s still posting on FB.
Doing this early as I have electricians coming to upgrade my meter to a smart one so no power for a couple of hours later today. My meter box was installed in the early ’70s when the house was built.
Connie: The Head Peanut
Ohhh I do hope Michele is okay. Hope the workers are quick!
klp
We’re having a great day. There’s a long week-end coming up and the kids are looking foward to having picnics and visits with family.
Elizabeth
It’s been up and down today, going to try to stay calm tonight…
tammy ta
Work day so same ol same ol. Good that tomorrow is Friday.
Tamra Phelps
Had a doctor’s appointment today, it was nice outside. The hospital, though, is always as cold as a meat locker, lol.
Kate Sarsfield
How’d you get on?
Tamra Phelps
Just a UTI. Antibiotics for a week or so. Ugh, lol.
Connie: The Head Peanut
Hospitals and doctors’ offices really are so cold. ALTHOUGH in this heat maybe it’s not a bad thing. How are YOU!??
gloria patterson
Has not been a hot day but not cool………………. I tell you I have the bug and don’t know how to get rid of it! Ever time I sit down near a drawer i am pulling it out and getting rid of stuff!!!
And for some reason NO nap today
Shelly Peterson
I ran to Costco this morning. Later I have a food pick up.
Connie: The Head Peanut
Costco is DANGEROUS for us. The Husband has to walk each. and. every. SINGLE. Aisle. I hate going. Together we are terrible. Lots of ohhhhhhhh ahhhhhhhhhhh I need. I want. I must have. And then you faint at the total. Thankfully our Costco is almost 2 hours away.
Kate Sarsfield
Slept from midnight, got up at 6.30am, back to bed at 8am, slept till 12.30pm, did some decorating, slept till 4.30pm, woken by robin flying round house, got it out, slept till 6pm, woken by another robin in the house, got it out, decorated, ate, back to bed!
gloria patterson
Any wild chance that the robins have a next in your house???????????????????/
Kate Sarsfield
There’s def. a nest near the back door – whenever I open it they fly down to check out what’s happening.
heather
My day was going just dandy until I bent over to pick up something from inside my closet and pulled my back out. Getting old truly sucks.
l p
03 August
the day is going well. up early – construction around here. more time to get things done, I guess. thanks
Polly Hall
Heading to the car races soon I bought tickets for my husbands birthday gift way last Dec.
gloria patterson
FYI — planting mint near flowering plants Do NOT ever plant it right into to your garden/flowers. Plant it in containers! MINT RUNS really really fast and it is everwhere.
Not a bad day ran a few errands. Got up to get something out of refrig and my light is burned out…………… Do you know how dark it is the frig??? Maintenance will be up tomorrow to replace the bulb.
It was only 82 today really nice………….. BUT it is going back up starting tomorrow
Kate Sarsfield
Another lovely day with the animals. There’s an outbreak of feline flu in one of the enclosures where the feral kittens are held. One little kitty died yesterday, but the others seem to be improving with antibiotics. Any volunteer with a cat at home can’t work with them, just in case, so it’s doubled the work for the rest of us. Poor little things. As I was leaving I caught my ring on a door handle but luckily managed to get the ring off before the swelling started. My finger’s black & blue!
Susan Smith
My day is going well. I did laundry, ran errands and spend some time at the pool with my family.
Tamra Phelps
Hey Connie, did you see that on Amazon there is a promotion by P & G offering $15 off if you spend $50 on their products, lol. What a deal, lol. I mean a whole page of stuff people really need like T.P., detergent, etc. ON SALE! Oh, the temptation. It’s like it would be irresponsible NOT to do it, right???
heather
My day is off to a good start. I sure got a lot done this morning before it got too hot outside.
l p
the day is going well. started early and it was nice just to sit and watch the sunrise. last night’s full moon was wonderful. thanks
Shelly Peterson
I’m no longer watching my grandson so I don’t have to get up a early, which is nice but I miss him.
Connie the Head Peanut
Oppenheimer is on my list to see as well. I hope it’s good
Connie the Head Peanut
I put something in my cart today. BUT! I didn’t order. Whew! That was close! It’s gonna be a really long month.
Day one lost hearing in my left eye!
l p
the day is going well. hopefully your days, especially this week with the surgery, go well. thanks
Connie the Head Peanut
It really has been a long, month alteady😅🤣😂
Kim Pincombe-Cole
Add to Cart Therapy runs rampant in my house too. Yes, I’m the problem, it’s me.
I’m trying to get over a summer cold/summer allergy flare – so haven’t been feeling my best the past few days.
Connie the Head Peanut
I hope you feel better quick!
Tamra Phelps
I saw that your husband is having cataract surgery. Fingers crossed it goes well and heals quickly!
Connie the Head Peanut
Last month he had the first eye done. I sent the picture to our kids of Dad with the plastic piece the doctor sent him home in. My son said “what did they do? Tape his eye in? I said yeah the hot glue gun was broken” ROFLMAO!! I got jokes too!
heather
My day is going pretty good nice and quiet. I got my yard work all done and everything watered outside before it hits 100 degrees today.
Connie the Head Peanut
I got outside to water only to find one of my cute little furry visitors ATE ALL OF MY flowers. All of them. So much for planting mint near flowering plants. Mint is not a deer deterrent.
Anonymous
I’m hoping to avoid a showdown with my brother today…
Connie the Head Peanut
I hope everything went well for you today.
Kate Sarsfield
It actually stopped raining today – not for long though & thunder/lightning tonight 🙁 Stayed in and cleared the ‘new’ sitting room & scrubbed the old floor. I’ll put down PVA glue on Thurs & Friday.
Connie the Head Peanut
I would love some rain. But, I love that you have great projects inside to do.
gloria patterson
I always enjoy reading your llist of words……………… I saw hubby getting cataract surgey this week. Mine for left eye is scheduled late september. Really looking forward to it!!
I am still on a clean out and get rid of kick!!!!!! Today I pulled all my spices………… some were so old they were hard in the bottle. I got rid of at least 90% of them some I never used or just once in a blue moon. Made a list of the one’s I use and will replace those.
Great niece was riding in a Corvette last night. She is entered in the Fair for Lil Miss She looked so pretty and having fun riding in the vette
Connie the Head Peanut
Little Miss looked so cute in her white dress. So CUTE!!
You are gonna love the way you see after your cataract surgery. The Husband constantly pointing to things “I can read that!! I can see that!”
I’m gonna have to watch my eye rolling!
Shelly Peterson
Happy August. I am up earlier than I wanted.
Connie the Head Peanut
I hate days where I am up too early. Ugh!
Maureen
It is still early but so far so good.
Polly Hall
It’s still early morning but I’m looking forward to seeing Oppenheimer at the IMAX this afternoon.