Be - and yet life marches on...

I think it is the latter - taking a moment out of an otherwise whirlwind of activity/chores/requirements or whatever, but it is absolutely a godsend for me to check the blog as regularly as I am able in order to keep in contact. So it is equally important for me to write a few words as I am able. I went to North Bay today to go with Mike to take his drivers test for the next step in the graduated process to get his permanent civilian licene. His current licence requires that he can drive only with a fully licenced driver of at least four years standing. It seems ludicrous for him to go through this (but a legal requirement) since he is so highly trained and qualified as a driver instructor / examiner with the Military. He passed today but kept his mouth shut when the "young" examiner cautioned him on a few points that Mike knew not to be true. Now he can drive on his own, and must wait for another year before he can take his final test. I stopped into Coles bookstore and purchased a book for myself - it is nice to treat yourself once in a while. I bought a book called The Prayer Shawl which includes the history of the making of such shawls, the process of how to ensure the making is meaningful, and also pictures and patterns. It is beautiful and even if I just read it rather than utilize it, the purchase will be worthwhile. I have lots of wool on hand and lots of needles of different sizes, so I intend to start on a simple pattern. I would still like to purchase a shawl pin from Mary Maxim - on sale this month - but will probably never put an order in. Fun to look at though Take care.

Quiet site!

Life must be quiet and serene for all of us. LOL  Or else we've all finally gone around the bend and can't get it together to post.  I have my final visit with the doctor today, and hope this means that I can now sleep without the eye shield, although it didn't really bother me that much.  I just couldn't see diddly with my left eye occluded, and no glasses on.  My biggest hope was that I would be alble to see the computer screen bette, but that didn't happen.  I'll hang onto that hope for when the other eye gets done in June.  Once my lifting restriction is over, I feel that I should be getting down to some serious cleaning around here.  Almost nothing has been done since I hurt my shoulder, although David has managed to keep on top of most  of the routine things.

Getting busy will get both of us off our butts and more physically active.  Our lifestyle lately has been to eat and read, eat and watch tv, and eat and play poker, so some sort of intervention is necessary.  The hardest part of that is actually doing it.

Busy weekend doing nothing

I really got nothing accomplished this weekend, but I felt quite busy! I guess that's what happens when you shop and clean and rehearse. You are on the go, but it looks no different when you sit down! I did sit outside with Jim and have a glass of wine when I got home yesterday. Back to work today... I really have got to win that lottery. I didn't bake any cookies, but I did buy flour and sugar when I was shopping... that's a start! We have been cleaning out the freezer and the shelves, so I was buying some basic items on Saturday. $130.00 and nothing to eat! We had frozen pizza for supper last night. (on sale... $4.99) Jim goes for his barium test this week. He got the van out and running yesterday, so I can take it to work on Wednesday, instead of him dropping me off at 6:30 am! I didn't get permission to start work early, so I would have had to sit around for over an hour. I might as well be at home sitting around. We finally got through the entire play yesterday. Of course, being spring break, not all the actors were there. They still want me to be meaner to Bud... and nicer to the guests..... all in the same scene. I guess I really will have to act a bit this time. I have a meeting next Sunday, and I think they are going to want a rehearsal too I will have to do a 1/2 and 1/2 on both of them I guess. At least it is an ACT meeting, so they understand that rehearsals are important. Especially at this late date. I still can't believe that it is the end of March and we still have so much snow. They are predicting a very late seeding this year, if at all. And, of course, flooding everywhere. I need to end these blogs on a brighter note. Today the sun is shining!! Yeah!

Edna's cookies

Oh Beth, I laughed when I read your post.  I had just sat down to take a quick break after taking the last tray of Edna's cookies out of the oven.  Instead of a double batch we made two single batches.  The first one only got 2 cups of flour and was a little too crisp, while the second one got an extra 2 tbsp of flour and appears just right. Getting into personal care is very difficult, and something to be initiated before the day comes.  Most people don't look far enough ahead to make it work as a smooth transition, so it becomes a crisis intevention and everyone is traumatised.  Very unfortunate.  I hope it works out for the couple, who are obviously close to you.

We were out for supper with Loren and his children on Friday night as it was Jeremy's birthday.  A very popular pizza restaurant and very busy.  The staff were overwhelmed and it took almost an hour for our dinner to arrive.  It was noisy and hectic and both David and I were exhausted by the time it was over.   Loren mentioned that they were probably going back again next month for Gillian's birthday, and now we're wondering if we could deal with a return visit.

Be - A few words to keep connected with you

Lately, limited access to check blog and write a blurb! Just to let you know I'm still here. Harry went off to an auction and I am trying to accomplish a hundred tasks at one time. Just took out a batch of Edna's cookies (I know....enough) to take to Aunt Evelyn's in North Bay. Tomorrow I shall be going North while Harry goes South to his Mothers on his own. Aunt Evelyn asked for my help. She has reached the point where she can no longer manage with Uncle Walter - wishes to place him but it is not that easy in Ontario (probably no where else either?) So I shall go for the day - taking lunch. On hold - just received a call from one of the sons - they may be calling an ambulance to take him to hospital - I suggested they try to call the Doctor first who could clear the way for admission. Life can be so distressing. I should sign off for now. Glad to read all the news on the blogs - both this and the Mouse Factory. Every one is so busy......Take care

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Gearing up for a busy weekend

It's friday afternoon and I'm getting ready for an eventful weekend. I'm going out with a girlfirend tonight, dinner and shopping. I'm hoping to go to CDN Tire to buy a new set off pots. $240 and that's 70% off! I've been looking for awhile as the finish on the inside of my pots has started to come off. I really don't care for that kind of seasoning in my food. I've also decided I can't wait any longer for the desk I want to go on sale. I've been looking at the desk since last summer. It's a simple writing desk as opposed to a computer desk. It's my hope that by having the desk for the computer and printer, I can reclaim the kitchen table. That's tonight. Tomorrow, I have Samantha's gymnastic class and then go home to wait until I can drop her of at Darren's mom's for the night. Then I'm off to join Darren and jessica at the Victoria inn by the airport. It's Banquet night for the MBRC - Manitoba Bohunters Records Club. Darren and Jess are planning to be there for noon to help with the setup and then a swim in the Dinosaur themed water park before the banquet starts. I figure I'll get there just in time to get them out of the pool to go for dinner. Last year Darren came home after setting up and then had to race back so this year he decided to get a room. That way we also don't have to worry about driving home as of course we'll each have our own vehicle. (The dogs will be dropped off at teh breeder's Saturday morning.) Then on Sunday, Jessica will drag us back to the pool before checkout time. And of course, we have to pick up Samantha and drop off Jess for her turn to sleep over at Grandma Judie's house. Great Fun! Then, I start two weeks of being at the office full time as I accepted another acting position for two weeks. Good thing I'm getting rested up today!

Oh great, my girlfriend just called and said she might not be able to make it! I don't care - I'm still going shopping!