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Christmas Village, Hattie B’s Hot Chicken, and Diverticulitis
This is often what our mornings look like. I often sit here in the chair along with Maddie and prioritize my to do list. And Dexter sits on the bed and George works on the computer a bit, checks the news, checks the bank, pays any bills. We sip coffee, get our showers and then head in. I’m pretty sure this was Saturday morning though. We had only a bit of time before needing to head out the door for Christmas Village. I got a protein smoothie which was really good. I wanted to get another Acai Bowl but a quick glance at the nutrition chart showed it had 50…
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The Busiest Weekend Ever
Our Friday night started with me doing laundry so that I would have half a chance of finishing our weekly 6 loads of 2 darks, 1 color, whites, towels, and sheets. I began fussing Friday night, knowing I was going to have to race and fight the clock to get things done. All week long I’d imagined that we’d be leaving around 11 Saturday to start our shopping excursion and then would have some of the morning. At least that is what we have always done in the past. Friday I found out that George wanted to leave around 8 a.m. Conversation ensued. Heavy conversation. We compromised and left at…
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Retirement, Halloween, and November Projects
Now that it’s NOV 1st, I added the turkey decor to the table. I love this little google-eyed turkey. So how are you guys doing? I think I’m just floating along. Trying to get the most important things done, responsibilities met, and then doing things from there when I can sneak them in. The feel of cooler weather and the holidays are giving me a sense of excitement and encouragement. I’m feeling a mixture of feelings about the videos right now. Just kinda bitter/sweet thoughts. I love doing them – not gonna quit – still planning – still strategizing – still holding things off til closer to retirement. Not much…