Catch up

I see that Google is playing golf today.

We have been very lazy lately, simply sitting and watching the Olympics for a good portion of the day.  This gives me a little more time than usual for hand sewing, but even with that there comes a time when you have to move to the studio for machine finishing.

The diet is becoming a struggle, and I'm finding myself hungry more often than previously.  Some of this is boredom and habit.  Sitting in front of the tv has always been eating and/or drinking time.  But with all that has been happening in my life over the past two months, there have been many times when I have used my memory for recipes, rather than having the book open in front of me when preparing a meal.  My memory is pretty good, and I've learned that some things, like chicken and turkey, can be pretty well inter-changeable.  ( Not the type of oil, or type of nut)  However, looking through the book now, I'm seeing that there have been times, when I've not eaten an apple, that I'm entitled to, and to which the recipe depends, for its value.  We've also run into the time of year when you can't find boneless chicken breast for under  about $5.00 for 3 ounces, when you actually do the math.  So we have run out of chicken, and I've been eating an awful lot of fish.  Yesterday, I got totally frustrated in trying to find something for supper, so we went to Subway.  A 6" roast chicken breast sandwich, with lettuce and green pepper isn't that bad, except for the amount of bread.  We've also run out of Jujubes, and are not buying more.

I usually have my official weekly weigh in on Monday mornings, after taking a diuretic on Sunday.  ( Works for me!  This also makes Monday the best day for a "splurge, as well--therefore the Subway sandwich)  This morning I was only up 0.2 lb--quite a pleasant surprise!  Not that this justifies any further splurging, so penance, for breakfast, I had a scrambled egg with spinach from Phase 1.

So now, on with the day, which means more Olympics, which means more sore knees from lack of use.

Street Dance

The rain came about 7 pm last evening - just in time to wash out the planned street dance at 8 pm.  We do not go, but I think the alternative venue was the arena. As part of the Sunflower Festival, the street dance is usually a popular event. We walked to the Festival yesterday morning. So many vendors they had to not only stretch further down the main street but also spillover into the waterfront park. 
There were a few moments when I was completely happy and at ease with life - silly little things that you grab for yourself and enjoy. First there were the small aircraft flying over - this is part of the COPA (Canadian Owners and Pilots Association) Fly In that takes young folks for free plane rides. I used to participate in several of these events when I was a member of the flying community. I think fondly of my flying days. Then on the little stage were performers - one being a group of musicians old and young playing the fiddle together under direction of a lady I knew.  When I got my very first violin many, many years ago, I approached a lady at Church who I knew played. Her family had a group The Stover Family Band that played at all the local events. I asked her then if she would teach me a few initial steps to get me going.  She wasn't really a teacher but very graciously welcomed me to her home every week over the summer and fall season, and I paid her for the hour lesson. She lived way in the outback of the next town - quite a drive for me to take and even once the road had almost washed out. I stopped when she felt she could show me no more , plus winter was coming and I didn't want to traverse the road. So I stood at the Festival yesterday and enjoyed the fiddle tunes they wee playing - many of which I used to play when I was actively taking lessons in North Bay.  I would love to pick up my violin again.  So I took great pleasure in these two events.
I did all the watering in the afternoon - things were so dry. And that bit of rain ( did not last long)will also help things a bit. 
This morning we go back down to the waterfront for 8;30 am to cheer on the Dutch neighbour who is entering the 10 Km FUN RUN. He has been running each morning in practice for today and is very excited. He doesn't look it, but in speaking with Harry one day he told him he was 74 years old. Good for him. 
Friday at supper time the fruit lady telephoned from the Log
 house at the Lake. Harry didn't feel like going so I got in the car and away I went on my own. She too was alone as her husband went to Huntsville. She was a little upset, and asked me to sit a while - and she vented to me.  I listened. There are times when your listening ear is all a person wants. It was a pleasant visit - looking out on the lake and enjoying my time there, although at the same time providing some needed support for her. Funny how situations present themselves when you least expect it.  You have to keep your mind open to appreciate and respond to it, when it comes,I guess?
Well, it is early again - seems to be my time to get onto the computer and write. Time for my coffee and relax before the day begins.  Take care  (ps. no wins this weekend - I'll try again next weekend haha)

Yes.

I just logged on to the computer before closing up and going to bed. It was a fun clip - I might not have clicked onto it if you hadn't mentioned it Pati.
A crazy day here and I am glad it will soon draw to a close. But if you ever need some Salsa, we have it here!!  One good thing about it though, is that we have been able to use up much of the copious amounts of tomatoes and cucumbers and peppers harvested as of today from our garden (however more is sure to be coming tomorrow and the next day and the next day) 
Here's wishing all a pleasant weekend. I am sure to be winning some of the $millions$ for grabs tonight so will go to bed and dream how I shall divvy it up, haha!  Take care

Google

Did everyone see the Google logo action today?

She did it again!

That crazy old woman is back and she brought an accomplice.  The two of us searched this house thoroughly, looking for two packages of heavy duty cup hooks that were bought during the renovations.  Over two days, we searched the bar, the tool boxes, every drawer and cupboard, and every nook and crannie,  we could find--but no luck.  Then that crazy old woman crept in and left them on the top of one of the tables in the living room--more or less in plain sight--(when ever I didn't put my hand sewing right on top of them).

Dishes

Thank you for offering to give my dishes a good home.  It means a lot to me, knowing that they aren't going to the thrift store.  Here's what we're dealing with: 12 luncheon plates, 12 bread and butter plates, 12 cereal bowls, two open vegetable dishes,creamer and covered sugar bowl, and a large covered casserole dish.  Unfortunately there are only 9 dinner plates, and 10 cups and saucers.  As well, someone has stolen the plugs out of the salt and pepper, but you may be able to get more through your contacts.  Here is a picture of what you're dealing with, as well as the Rubbermade tub it's all packed into.  We will be at a fibre art exhibit, located in the lower level of the Old Town Hall in Carberry, between 1:30 and 3:00-3:30, on Friday, August 12th.  Looking forward to seeing Jim. even if he is a year older.

Cards

Oh, he found it funny alright.  he was laughing so hard when he showed it to me.  I've been looking for one to compete with the one you sent.  Off to the store again at lunch.