Good morning! Bracing for the scorching weather!

laundry is in its bag and ready to be picked up. I just brewed my coffee and I'm about to pour a cup. I have yoga at noon.

I have a few chores on my list today. I have to get as much garbage and recycling out as possible. I've been saving packing materials and now that the box is safely in the hands of the post office, I can recycle the rest.

Mom is enjoying her GrandPad. She calls me all the time but not too much.

Okay, what are you doing today?

Good Morning Everybody

Hi CriticalMass
So many pretty pink flowers. 😀

Hi Subclinical
Hope you all have gotten some rest (((HUG)))

Hi Tatoulia 🙂

Very quiet & cool morning.
Mostly Finches out there enjoying the Catmint (Catnip) seeds.
I let it grow tall and go to seed just for them.

No real plans for today.
The cats all have plans, mostly just sleep and eat.
Was able to finally find all my genealogy websites online that the computer update deleted from my favorites.

Hi Tatoulia
When it comes to being generous it is what we do, our actions alone, that count.
If the recipient of our generosity is being disingenuous
well, that's on their soul/karma.

You are doing amazing with your budgeting and working on paying off that debt!
Even if it takes longer than 8 months you are still way ahead of the payment schedule.

So sorry that happened to your vein.
Could you please have them do the other arm to give that vein more time to heal.

You really did have a busy day today.
WAY TO GO!

So happy you are able to actually be with your Mom again.
Too bad little Sister probably wouldn't enjoy a car ride too. ;D

Enjoyed being outside this evening watering stuff.
Cowgirl Kitty helped me.
When she's here Scooter can't come outside because he is mean to her but Twinkles isn't mean to her.
She is terrified by the sight of Jack and will run away hissing.
Jack just ignores her.

Hi Tatoulia
When it comes to being generous it is what we do, our actions alone, that count.
If the recipient of our generosity is being disingenuous
well, that's on their soul/karma.

You are doing amazing with your budgeting and working on paying off that debt!
Even if it takes longer than 8 months you are still way ahead of the payment schedule.

So sorry that happened to your vein.
Could you please have them do the other arm to give that vein more time to heal.

You really did have a busy day today.
WAY TO GO!

So happy you are able to actually be with your Mom again.
Too bad little Sister probably wouldn't enjoy a car ride too. ;D

Enjoyed being outside this evening watering stuff.
Cowgirl Kitty helped me.
When she's here Scooter can't come outside because he is mean to her but Twinkles isn't mean to her.
She is terrified by the sight of Jack and will run away hissing.
Jack just ignores her.

Good Morning Everybody

Hi CriticalMass
So many pretty pink flowers. 😀

Hi Subclinical
Hope you all have gotten some rest (((HUG)))

Hi Tatoulia 🙂

Very quiet & cool morning.
Mostly Finches out there enjoying the Catmint (Catnip) seeds.
I let it grow tall and go to seed just for them.

No real plans for today.
The cats all have plans, mostly just sleep and eat.
Was able to finally find all my genealogy websites online that the computer update deleted from my favorites.

What a lovely sight that must've been, Tillie! All those quails.

I do need to be mindful of my pocketbook, which may bring the laundry to a close. I am paying over 3X the monthly amount in my small loan. I'm trying to see if I can get rid of it in eight months. Ambitious and aggressive. If I don't meet this goal, I'm fine. Right now I make in excess of the monthly payment via automatic withdrawal every time I get paid. So that's over twice the speed. Then I sneak in extra bits and bobs whenever I can.

So I'll continue with the laundry service for the summer and make decisions in the Fall.

Tillie I'm going to be doing platelets in the future instead of blood donation. The woman at Red Cross cheerfully told me I'd be eligible for platelets by Monday. This after the bloody mess and fainting. My arm was still bleeding when I got home and was oozing a surprising amount when I woke up today. Instead I've scheduled the last Friday in August, which I believe coincides with the end of being able to take one charity day a week. So after that when I want to do platelets I'll have to do on weekends. Normally we get one charity day a year, which I save for soup kitchen work.

Mom enjoyed the ride. We just drove around and around. Honestly Tillie I did more today then I've done in the last three weeks added up. After dropping off mom, BF and I were putting finishing touches on the birthday box when I said, you know what, I'll drive to PO now. And when I got back I walked home from the garage and decided to go to Whole Foods and the hardware store.

I really should've done a second or third load of laundry but I didn't feel like it. I've hung up my laundry, I've cleaned the dishes out of the sink and I've told my poor old cat that I love her.

OH! I stopped by goodwill but the donation trailer was closed. There was some woman who sort of flagged me down and wanted up see what I had. She said she'd been in a fire. I don't know if she was scamming or not but she didn't offer a ton of details the way that most scammers do. So we went through my stuff and I was so grateful for the things she took. I had only the top sheet to my nice white sheets and so I got her number and I'll meet up with her next weekend to give her the bottom sheet. They are beautiful cotton sheets but they are sateen and I'm strictly a percale girl. She said she also likes white sheets and I showed her that they are clean and nothing to fear and she said, I can see how clean they are. So I was driving off when I realized I have a Macy's gift card for a kind of high amount and I stopped the car and gave it to her. I don't know if it's a scam but I did what I wanted to do.

Love you Tillie.

What a lovely sight that must've been, Tillie! All those quails.

I do need to be mindful of my pocketbook, which may bring the laundry to a close. I am paying over 3X the monthly amount in my small loan. I'm trying to see if I can get rid of it in eight months. Ambitious and aggressive. If I don't meet this goal, I'm fine. Right now I make in excess of the monthly payment via automatic withdrawal every time I get paid. So that's over twice the speed. Then I sneak in extra bits and bobs whenever I can.

So I'll continue with the laundry service for the summer and make decisions in the Fall.

Tillie I'm going to be doing platelets in the future instead of blood donation. The woman at Red Cross cheerfully told me I'd be eligible for platelets by Monday. This after the bloody mess and fainting. My arm was still bleeding when I got home and was oozing a surprising amount when I woke up today. Instead I've scheduled the last Friday in August, which I believe coincides with the end of being able to take one charity day a week. So after that when I want to do platelets I'll have to do on weekends. Normally we get one charity day a year, which I save for soup kitchen work.

Mom enjoyed the ride. We just drove around and around. Honestly Tillie I did more today then I've done in the last three weeks added up. After dropping off mom, BF and I were putting finishing touches on the birthday box when I said, you know what, I'll drive to PO now. And when I got back I walked home from the garage and decided to go to Whole Foods and the hardware store.

I really should've done a second or third load of laundry but I didn't feel like it. I've hung up my laundry, I've cleaned the dishes out of the sink and I've told my poor old cat that I love her.

OH! I stopped by goodwill but the donation trailer was closed. There was some woman who sort of flagged me down and wanted up see what I had. She said she'd been in a fire. I don't know if she was scamming or not but she didn't offer a ton of details the way that most scammers do. So we went through my stuff and I was so grateful for the things she took. I had only the top sheet to my nice white sheets and so I got her number and I'll meet up with her next weekend to give her the bottom sheet. They are beautiful cotton sheets but they are sateen and I'm strictly a percale girl. She said she also likes white sheets and I showed her that they are clean and nothing to fear and she said, I can see how clean they are. So I was driving off when I realized I have a Macy's gift card for a kind of high amount and I stopped the car and gave it to her. I don't know if it's a scam but I did what I wanted to do.

Love you Tillie.

I am ecstatic! that you got to take Mom out for a drive!!!
How wonderful for the both of you ((((HUG))))

So, the laundry service must not be too high priced that you will still use it for linens for now and still do clothes at home.
We know you are being mindful of your budget and financial goals.

A clean and careful Friend who lives alone would have a safe house to social distance in.
Safer than the grocery store.
Hope you go and enjoy being company. 🙂

Have fun with the test paints.
Make sure to look at them in different light (natural and artificial) all through the day and night.
That's how I found the perfect paint.
Some times of the day some shades looked good but looked "muddy" and unappealing at different times of day or night.
The one I chose stayed lovely in all the different light.

Just a little after 6pm here...
Soon I will venture out and water some stuff.
It's only 97F in the shade out there now but the sun is still too intense.

The Quail live here year round.
They like to spend the night in that evergreen right outside my window.
Their Babies this year are all female and Daddy is very proud and protective of all his girls.
One year I had a flock of about 100 Quail traipsing through my yard every day.
It was awesome. 😀

I am ecstatic! that you got to take Mom out for a drive!!!
How wonderful for the both of you ((((HUG))))

So, the laundry service must not be too high priced that you will still use it for linens for now and still do clothes at home.
We know you are being mindful of your budget and financial goals.

A clean and careful Friend who lives alone would have a safe house to social distance in.
Safer than the grocery store.
Hope you go and enjoy being company. 🙂

Have fun with the test paints.
Make sure to look at them in different light (natural and artificial) all through the day and night.
That's how I found the perfect paint.
Some times of the day some shades looked good but looked "muddy" and unappealing at different times of day or night.
The one I chose stayed lovely in all the different light.

Just a little after 6pm here...
Soon I will venture out and water some stuff.
It's only 97F in the shade out there now but the sun is still too intense.

The Quail live here year round.
They like to spend the night in that evergreen right outside my window.
Their Babies this year are all female and Daddy is very proud and protective of all his girls.
One year I had a flock of about 100 Quail traipsing through my yard every day.
It was awesome. 😀

Hi Subclinical
None of us here are worrying one wit that you won't have that beautiful boy eating enough in a day or two.

What fun getting to know all his little mannerisms as he becomes aware.

(((((HUGS)))))

Please do take a nap and rest up.
You have been through a lot too. 😉

So relieved she has her Mom with her at this time.

Hi Subclinical
None of us here are worrying one wit that you won't have that beautiful boy eating enough in a day or two.

What fun getting to know all his little mannerisms as he becomes aware.

(((((HUGS)))))

Please do take a nap and rest up.
You have been through a lot too. 😉

So relieved she has her Mom with her at this time.

Hello everyone!

Oh I bet the baby is precious. You were very thoughtful to let the other grandmother have her time alone. I dinhope you rested up! What a wonderful, magical grandmother you will be!!!

Tillie I love quail. Such beautiful birds.

I took mom out today! I took her for a ride! She got in the car and I let her take her mask off. I kept mine on, with the windows and sunroof cracked, and AC blasting. She really hadn't been out if the house since her fall, which was in February, I think.

Afterward I finished boxing up my friend's daughter's birthday gifts, and took them to the main PO. and I also went to Whoke Goods yo get some vegan spanikopita. And I went to the hardware store to buy a small can of primer and some small brushes so I can try out the three paint samples I have.

I'm showered and home. I just put in a load of delicates. I'm not really doing laundry these days. The new washer is fantastic, I have to admit. But I've loaded up my towels and sheets for pickup on Monday. For now, I'll just go clothes. They do a nice job and it saves me time and focus. I lose too much focus when I'm working and watching the laundry. Well see how long I'll do this. I'm hoping in the fall to get back to doing it myself. But for now, I need a break.

So that's what's going on here. I am supposed to go for a walk with a friend up where she lives (leafy suburb) abs tomorrow is the start of a heat wave. She told me to come up anyway, she's just cleaned her house and we can socially distance while enjoying an iced tea. She lives alone and is extremely careful and cautious so I'm up for it. BF agreed that it's safe to visit this friend.

Hello everyone!

Oh I bet the baby is precious. You were very thoughtful to let the other grandmother have her time alone. I dinhope you rested up! What a wonderful, magical grandmother you will be!!!

Tillie I love quail. Such beautiful birds.

I took mom out today! I took her for a ride! She got in the car and I let her take her mask off. I kept mine on, with the windows and sunroof cracked, and AC blasting. She really hadn't been out if the house since her fall, which was in February, I think.

Afterward I finished boxing up my friend's daughter's birthday gifts, and took them to the main PO. and I also went to Whoke Goods yo get some vegan spanikopita. And I went to the hardware store to buy a small can of primer and some small brushes so I can try out the three paint samples I have.

I'm showered and home. I just put in a load of delicates. I'm not really doing laundry these days. The new washer is fantastic, I have to admit. But I've loaded up my towels and sheets for pickup on Monday. For now, I'll just go clothes. They do a nice job and it saves me time and focus. I lose too much focus when I'm working and watching the laundry. Well see how long I'll do this. I'm hoping in the fall to get back to doing it myself. But for now, I need a break.

So that's what's going on here. I am supposed to go for a walk with a friend up where she lives (leafy suburb) abs tomorrow is the start of a heat wave. She told me to come up anyway, she's just cleaned her house and we can socially distance while enjoying an iced tea. She lives alone and is extremely careful and cautious so I'm up for it. BF agreed that it's safe to visit this friend.

The kitties like a fresh dish!

Baby is darling. He's a lazy eater and wants to sleep too much, so we are struggling with that, but he is doing ok.

I am back at my house for a short time because the other grandmother is coming to visit this afternoon and has to stay socially distant and wear a mask because her husband is a minister and their church has resumed it's normal activities. So it seemed polite not to have me around. I slept over last night and will again tonight. Trying to let the new parents get some rest.

I'll probably take a nap while I'm home.

The kitties like a fresh dish!

Baby is darling. He's a lazy eater and wants to sleep too much, so we are struggling with that, but he is doing ok.

I am back at my house for a short time because the other grandmother is coming to visit this afternoon and has to stay socially distant and wear a mask because her husband is a minister and their church has resumed it's normal activities. So it seemed polite not to have me around. I slept over last night and will again tonight. Trying to let the new parents get some rest.

I'll probably take a nap while I'm home.

Good Evening Everyone

Hi Tatoulia
So very sorry that happened (((HUGS)))
Glad you spent time near BF working the puzzle.

So HAPPY Mom is using her GrandPad!
"Happy Dance" 😀

WTG! getting litter.
Something Miss Kitty appreciates you doing for her. 😉

Today I washed dishes & wiped up kitchen.
Vacuumed the carpet.
Did cat related stuff & swept too.
Watered stuff.

How come, why is it that just as soon as I have all the cat dishes washed some cat immediately starts demanding can food?
Do they have an issue with me having ALL dishes finally clean and put away?

Good Morning
"Clink!" ice tea toast.

The Quail family woke me up just at sunup having a major discussion right outside the open window in the evergreen tree.
Was able to get back to sleep once they quieted down again.
Scooter was extra rambunctious last night at bedtime, annoying Twinkles and me.
He kept attacking my feet under the sheet.
I hate that cause he uses his claws.

Haven't made any plans yet for today.
I do have to respray bug barrier around the doors because there have been spiders wandering in this week.

Good Morning
"Clink!" ice tea toast.

The Quail family woke me up just at sunup having a major discussion right outside the open window in the evergreen tree.
Was able to get back to sleep once they quieted down again.
Scooter was extra rambunctious last night at bedtime, annoying Twinkles and me.
He kept attacking my feet under the sheet.
I hate that cause he uses his claws.

Haven't made any plans yet for today.
I do have to respray bug barrier around the doors because there have been spiders wandering in this week.

Good Evening Everyone

Hi Tatoulia
So very sorry that happened (((HUGS)))
Glad you spent time near BF working the puzzle.

So HAPPY Mom is using her GrandPad!
"Happy Dance" 😀

WTG! getting litter.
Something Miss Kitty appreciates you doing for her. 😉

Today I washed dishes & wiped up kitchen.
Vacuumed the carpet.
Did cat related stuff & swept too.
Watered stuff.

How come, why is it that just as soon as I have all the cat dishes washed some cat immediately starts demanding can food?
Do they have an issue with me having ALL dishes finally clean and put away?

Well I walked the mile to Red Cross and it felt good. They had trouble with the needle and someone had to keep holding my arm and moving the needle and I started to faint. Not good but I walked most of the way home. Took the subway one stop to go visit BF. I haven't seen him since Tuesday, I think, although truthfully it could've been Sunday. Do I sat with him and worked on a crossword and eventually had to come home.

Mom seems to be enjoying her GrandPad. We video chatted again tonight. No glimpse of the kitty.

Speaking of kitty's, I couldn't clean the box today due to no litter. I have the litter now so should go change it.

Well I walked the mile to Red Cross and it felt good. They had trouble with the needle and someone had to keep holding my arm and moving the needle and I started to faint. Not good but I walked most of the way home. Took the subway one stop to go visit BF. I haven't seen him since Tuesday, I think, although truthfully it could've been Sunday. Do I sat with him and worked on a crossword and eventually had to come home.

Mom seems to be enjoying her GrandPad. We video chatted again tonight. No glimpse of the kitty.

Speaking of kitty's, I couldn't clean the box today due to no litter. I have the litter now so should go change it.

What an exciting time for you Subclinical! 😀

YEA! for washing the Dog!
Such an important milestone for you today (((((HUG)))))

Hi Tatoulia
Make sure to drink the juice and perhaps eat a cookie.

I have the hose out slowly watering stuff.
I just sit in the house and time it then go out every few hours and move the hose.
Makes me feel like I am busy doing something. 😀

What an exciting time for you Subclinical! 😀

YEA! for washing the Dog!
Such an important milestone for you today (((((HUG)))))

Hi Tatoulia
Make sure to drink the juice and perhaps eat a cookie.

I have the hose out slowly watering stuff.
I just sit in the house and time it then go out every few hours and move the hose.
Makes me feel like I am busy doing something. 😀

Good morning!
The dog is washed and ready to return (did I tell you we were keeping their dog? - she loves being a farm dog but she always has to go home clean)

And we are waiting to hear that they are discharged and we can come. Should be soon.

I have been channeling my nervous energy into dishes and general clean up.

Everybody take care of yourself and keep rested!

Good morning!
The dog is washed and ready to return (did I tell you we were keeping their dog? - she loves being a farm dog but she always has to go home clean)

And we are waiting to hear that they are discharged and we can come. Should be soon.

I have been channeling my nervous energy into dishes and general clean up.

Everybody take care of yourself and keep rested!

So exciting!!! Yes we knew you had the doggo!!! So exciting and feel free to nervously do my dishes!!! Deep breaths. Your life is wonderful.

So exciting!!! Yes we knew you had the doggo!!! So exciting and feel free to nervously do my dishes!!! Deep breaths. Your life is wonderful.

Rest up, dear Tillie. I'm about to leave for my blood donation appt, which always leaves me knackered. Just rest.

Rest up, dear Tillie. I'm about to leave for my blood donation appt, which always leaves me knackered. Just rest.

Good Morning Everyone
"Clink!"

Very quiet morning.
Not even any birds talking out there.

Still feeling weak and tired from that heat exhaustion ordeal when the cooler was malfunctioning.
Not much getting done here, just the basic necessities.
Did do a little beading yesterday and watered the Lilacs and garden in the evening.
Also brushed Twinkles to stop him from nagging me to brush him.
He loves to be brushed, but not his tummy where he really needs it.