FAMILY TIME

I had a great time at my sister's yesterday. She had my mom, another sister and her grown sons, plus girlfriend, to her house for a delicious roast beef dinner. We ate, drank some wine, had angel food cake, strawberries and whipped cream (the real stuff!) and lots of laughs. Even though sis is a Mom and deserved to be waited on too, she went out of her way to make a beautiful afternoon and evening for her sisters and our Mom. Thanks little sis! Who would have thought, after all the hard times I gave you (some good times too) you would still want to feed me! LOL.

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY

Hello everyone. Tomorrow is Mother's Day and I wish all you beautiful women who are Mothers, Mothers-to-be, Mothers-by-Proxy, a long, happy life with your loved ones near.
Family is so important every day of every year and sometimes we take our families and extended families for granted.
The world will always try to turn our heads with the sparkley, shiney stuff. But I know the real and lasting stuff is the giving and receiving of love and the care that you extend to everyone you meet within and outside of your Family, whatever you deem that to be. I have been away from my family for three weeks and I was 'homesick' for them every day.
I tell myself every day that "I will always have enough" of what the world says is important, but I know, also, that I can't ever get enough love from, or give enough love to, my family and friends.
So, as the song by Bobby McFerrin says...Don't worry, be happy!

P.S. Thanks to all who sent their kind wishes and blessings to me after reading my previous post. I needed to vent my concerns and posting them helped tremendously.

Phew!

I'm home from my 'vacation', tired, sad, and wondering where three weeks went.
The trip to Williamsburg, VA, was supposed to be a fun and enlightening trip for three of us. It was enlightening, but only on the health care system in Williamsburg. My friend, Beth who had dreamed of visiting Wiliamsburg again after 10 years, took seriously ill and if she hadn't got to Sentara hospital in time she might have died. Sentara is the best healthcare facility I have ever seen. The care she was given for almost 3 weeks was impecable, the staff was top notch.
The other friend on the trip was incredable in how she dealt with the whole situation. She was the Power of Attorney for Beth, as well as the driver of the van. She and I spent many hours at Beth's bedside every day and also dealing with legalities, air transport for Beth and home care when she was finally flown home. There was so much drama, so much aggravation (not from hospital staff) that the 2 day drive back to Ontario seemed like it would be a rest. Not So!!! Many cellphone calls, from Ontario (interference from family members, non cooperation from the patient) it was a roller coaster ride for our emotions.
There was a silver lining to the dark cloud. I got to know our travelling companion better, had some laughs with her about the whole situation, learned how to shop the outlet malls and oh, yes, we did see some of the heritage part of Williamsburg and travelled around the area.
There is still a lot of hospital visiting coming up as Beth was transferred to our local facility and will stay there for a few weeks until the meds get her up and around.
People, please, please, take care of your health. Talk to your doctor about your complete health care, don't just take pills to aleve pain. Exercise your mind and body. We seem to take better care of our cars than our bodies, in my opinion.

Taking the High Road

I'll be taking to the High Road in a couple of days. Two friend and I are going south to Williamsburg, VA. This will be a dream come true for my friend Beth, who is a great fan of Williamsburg and used to go there every year since she was a little girl of 12 (50 odd years ago) . Sadly, her health has kept her away from her beloved Williamsburg for 10 years. Two of us have never been there, so she will have fun educating us for sure.
Beth's home is chock-a-block with Williamsburg statuary, memorabilia, maps, fabrics, authentic paint colours throughout. She even had her double garage door painted to resemble a Williamsburg coach and driver in black silhouette with a Williamsburg blue as a background. We'll be there for 14 days or so and I think it will be a little like deja vu for me, as I have, over the past 5 years, been learning about and seeing Williamsburg through Beth's eyes. So, I am looking forward to enjoying a great trip with an expert. I've checked out the local yarn shops and as Beth is a knitter (crocheter, quilter) also, we'll have even more fun!
So, my friends, "my bag is packed, I'm ready to go,....lalalalala"

Eye Yi Eye!

Today I finally got my old eyes checked. I have been very lax in taking care of my own health, and I was SEVEN Months overdue. The doc has some new equipment to check the blood vessels and inside of your eyes. It was amazing! To have the chance to actually see what is going on in the hidden spaces in my body. I do have the beginings of Cataracts, but it is going slowly. Also Macular Degeneration is starting, but apparently, for my age (70th year), I am doing quite well. So, now I am duly informed I will not leave it so long to follow up.
People, you can spend your hard-earned dollars in many ways. The best way to spend them is on keeping up with your checkups and follow ups. What good is it to have $$$ and you can't see what is around you, walk, drive, laugh, because you wanted to 'save' those $$$ for alcohol (I'm not against some imbibing), smoking (UGH!) food that has no health-giving nutrients in it (I'm not against some 'treats' once in a while). Simply, put your overall health first and you will be "rich" beyond measure.
Amen, the end of my 'Sermon'.
I wish all the world the best day and many best days to come. ;o)

What the What?

Hey.....Spring!!!! Quit dancing around with the Snow already! I do not want to get out my snowshoes. They are put away with all the rest of the snowstuff....like shovels, icemelt, window scraper...AGHHHHH!! It is supposed to be getting warmer, not colder and with freezing rain and snow.

Okay, rant over. I'm okay now. Pleeeeese Spring, lovely lady, come back and kiss our faces with your warm melting breezes.

Busy Week

I seem to be behind in my postings. I have a great reason though. This past week I have had the wonderful privilege of taking care of my friend's children while she is on an out of town course. The children are my friends too. I have been involved with the family for 5 years, since the little one was 2 months old. Her brother is now 12 and we are all silly together. Little sister is getting in on the jokes as well. We all love 'fart jokes' and puns. These children are like my own grandkids, so I say I have 12 grandchildren.
It's been a happy week for sure.