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Hey Deef, I was looking forward to some snow today, but all we have is rain. good luck with the snow blower. Your house sounds nice, historical, (but lots of work) Our house always needs something fixed, and it was built around 1940. ssk
Well, I'm glad to see the Deefer got boat time and not me, since I've done it before. She deserves it, Big Boat Time! Had my Mother alone yesterday cause cg left early to have a long weekend. Got her through the evening, let her stay up as long as she could so she wouldn't freak out at bedtime. Kept her calm and reassured her over and over: she was safe, she lives with us, her things are safe, she is loved. she still cried and said everyone left her, but finally she was OK. I felt good, too.
Good Morning One & All, we have a kitty that is outside in the cold. We don't know if it's a stray or lost. Hubby thinks it's about 6 months or so. He's been putting food and water out on our back steps for him/her. He would like to catch it and see if it has a chip. It is VERY cold today...wind chill about 15 below. Poor kitty. There are paw prints in the snow this morning. He/she only seems to eat at night. That's how I saw it the first time. We have a motion light in the back and it was on and there he/she was. I'm wondering if I have told yall about this before. I'm tired and my brain is not functioning well. Hubby sure has developed a major soft spot for kitties. :)) Love you all. More later.
So glad to see life on grossed out. I know how my Mother feels when she thinks everyone has left her:) Well, Sue, I've been up since 5. Got enough sleep, got Mother up to pee, put her back to bed. This is my time now. Already sent you a HUG, ssk! Miz, the little kitty out in the cold at night:((. They wouldn't last around here with the coyotes. In the summer, they come out of the hills on really hot nights--lately in the daytime too, nervy buggers. Screeching like wild banshees --give me the creeps. We're right on a bridle trail, and they come across and onto the greenbelt. One night last summer Sanura was out all night!!! But she stayed under the fountain in my shade garden and ran into the house like her tail was on fire when I went looking for her--a good learning experience for us all. OK--did I get 9,000 or not, Bobbie? I wanna know, I wanna know!!! what do I get? BOAT TIME!!! YAY! My husband and Mother are hard of hearing, but only Mother wears aids. My husband was missile testing in service and blew out his eardrum. When he gets congested, ear fills up and has to have it punctured with long needle- Gross, right? I urge him to go and get HAs, because he has business meetings and conference calls. If he misses something important, I worry for him. Peach, I could not find your post about going to doctor. I looked and looked:( So sorry. I hope you are OK, little sweetheart. Which reminds me: I appreciate anyone and everyone who is here, in whatever capacity, because it is ALL CARING for others. If I am a selfish B for saying I couldn't stay here, maybe I will change my mind. We never know until the time comes, do we? I love helping people, too. Those who are experienced and have the perspective--like wise grandma's to comfort you--are the ones here. I say what's on my mind, I have the guts to admit if I'm wrong, I don't run away from it. THNK YOU, CAREGIVERS, ALL!! LOVE YOU!!! christina
Hi Christina. Yes, I remember the coyote problem when I lived in San Diego. We had two neighbor's kitties disappear from outside within maybe about a week of each other. Very sad. We have some coyotes around here but they are rarely seen I think. I guess hawks and owls can kill kitties too. Nature is so cruel sometimes.
The following is a poem by Esther Mary Walker. I had it on our fridge.
BEATITUDES FOR FRIENDS OF THE AGED
Blessed are they who understand My faltering step and palsied hand. Blessed are they who know that my ears today Must strain to catch the things they say. Blessed are they who seem to know That my eyes are dim and my wits are slow. Blessed are they who looked away When coffee spilled at the table today. Who stop to chat for a little while. Blessed are those who never say, "You've told that story twice today". Blessed are those who know the ways To bring back memories of yesterdays. Blessed are those who make it known That I'm loved, respected and not alone. Blessed are those who know I'm at a loss To find the strength to carry the Cross. Blessed are they who ease the days On my Journey Home in loving ways.
Christina! YOU got the Major Boat Time!!!! 9000 posts!! man! Deef!!! I love your house too. and you know you have Major Boat Time!!! SSK! rain or snow? I guess I would take rain because I have sympathy shoulder with Deef and Christina. Miz! Peach!! Peach how are you feeling this am? COFFEE TIME!!!! A challenge for me since I can't use my water. Actually I can use the water, just not the drains. Boat will pee on you if you are standing under it in the right spot. One of the yard guys said that it was not a big deal (we're talking about sink water here, not pee pee) and that I should feel free to do the dishes or whatever; everybody does it and it's not unsanitary or anything, we are on a big parking lot, but I am reticent.... Ahhh, life on the hard.... the my cousin vinny train goes through and the boat VIBRATES. almost 2 stories in the air and the boat is lightly shaking! pucker factor squared. The train has been here for scores of years and I know the yard has been here since 1928 so I guess it's ok and I'm not going to rattle off the jacks.
Hey Bobbie--didn't i get 7,000 and 8,000, and now 9,000? wow That's weird. Must mean something. Like I'm a caregiver. How big is the boat--a yacht? When Hubby and I come for a visit, do you golf? He loves FL, wants to "retire" there. I don't want to retire. Just "reBOAT". I'm a little worried about you up on the jacks. Are you really that high in the air? Please don't FORGET, OK?!?!
Hey christina! The boat is 58' at the water line (not including swim platform and bowsprit) and is a yacht but I call her a boat. don't care for golf. You guys go ahead, plenty of golf opportunities here. Yes, I am that high up in the air and there is no reason to worry about me. You have enough to worry about! You can't forget you're on jacks! and I don't sleepwalk!! love ya kid, lovbob
Love you, bobbie. wow--I think it's really a "ship". I'll ask my sis, who has boats, but who didn't arrive yesterday. Guess her ship didn't come in? wha wha whaaaa. Gotta go now. Thanks for the "one on one". heehee Ciao, Bella christina
Hi everyone! I'm just checking in for the day to *wave* and *hug* everyone who is taking care of someone else and would like someone to remember that THEY too have a need to be recognized.
I see you fellow caregiver. You will do many things for someone else today that:
A) You would rather forget. B) Is totally gross. C) Is never for you. D) Is repetitious and boring your brain to the EXTREME. E) Makes no sense at all. F) Tests your physical limits (No it isn't rockclimbing but it sure as hell feels like it.) G) Can make you feel completely bankrupt on all levels. H) CAN MAKE YOU FEEL LIKE A MILLION DOLLARS, A SUPERHERO, AND A WHITE KNIGHT ON A CRUSADE!
Take care of yourselves today. Try and do something just for you, even if it is just for 5-10 minutes.
Thanks to everyone for all your help and comments, you all help me to stay sane in an INSANE situation.
yes, headbanger, before I leave for day, YOU are great, a Blessing, a wonderful new addition to our Family!! HUGS to you, and thank you for being THERE and HERE--ALL AT THE SAME TIME!!! Big Hugs, christina
good morning my fellow crews . pa was still awake at 2 am , i went on to bed slept with my warm hubby . fast asleep i was . pa finaly woke up about 1030 and had the big feather pillow pulled out of the covers , lol he sure was mad ! its a hellva job for him to pull em out of the sheets , lol but he got it , daddys getting stronger everyday . ate his bfast happy man . cold out heard it s 1 degree . i told dad and my sis that it is 74 degree in here and we are so blessing to have a very warm house and pray for who is cold n freezing . i looked out the window and see my dog soakin up the sun and saw my other cat soakin up the sun by the barn . awww i felt sorry for them , no they re not allowed to come in . piss and shit and spray in the house , so its a no no . gave louie his bath last night , ohh he was a good boy ! let me cut his tangle hairs and scrub him down good with dawn soap :-) . he s all white and shiney ! its the first time ever he behaved himself in the tub , usualy its war when i give him his bath . now he s sleeping and actin like he doesnt feel good . think he s mad at me ? the way he acted last night is like he did wanted a bath . ok lookin at tons of bills that needs paid so i best get to it ! christina woohoo u won !! i think i won one time . sure cant wait to claim my prize and have that speical coffee ! later beer , margaritta , trouble stirin in town , ohh i cant wait ! have a good day u all . ohhhh deefer ! why u cleanin out the drive way for ur daughter for ? i just do the sidewalk , hell with the drive way , i let the tires do all the smashin down . if i had a snowblower yeah i guess i do the driveway too lol . but i dont and im not shoveling , im toooo old for that . gotta save my strenght all on pa . xoxo
Burr Burr.... it is freezing here... in ma...... the snow has almost stopped...... Luckily Don came down last night, he is so sweet, he shoveled before he left this morning..... Still feeling crappy, got a nasty cold....... body aches... all that fun stuff . so i am off to take a nice hot shower put on clean jammies, and take a nap.. Made some sleepytime tea last with a shot or so of whiskey,,,,, finally got a good night sleep. Mom is the same, she is just so beside herself..... the other she was upset and afraid the others are going to take her away from me.... she is so sweet, i sat and hugged her, told her i love you mom and that i would fight to the death to be sure that would never happen. But as we all know with sibs, you never put anything past what they may try...... MOM and PAPA were not perfect parents by far, but heck i am certainly not either, but i feel lucky to have them and i feel happy that i am here to take care of mom now. as frustrating and aggrevating as this job can be, i always say to myself better that i am here and not the others, they can be very uncompassionate and mean... ok off to shower now, check in with all my crew of angels later all... love and hugs and smile to each and everyone of you.... angie
Angie, what a nice post. I think maybe God puts the caring ones with the elderly on purpose. I believe that God put me here when my short lived marriage fell apart all those years ago. I was getting ready to get my own place and Mom asked me to stay and I did and she sure ended up needing me. I feel so bad for your mom losing her husband. I know that some of my grief over losing my dad was the thought of her losing Dad after all of those years they were married. It is frrrreeeezing here too. Frost around the INSIDE of the doors. Yep, that boat is callin' my name. I feel happy knowing that when the time is right for all of you that you will have the opportunity to go there and spend some time. It seemed like a dream to me and now it's gonna happen. Everyone, try to think positive. I need to tell myself that too. Love yous!!
Grab your ass and get your boat shoes, leave your worries on your doorstep, just direct your feet to the sunny side and some heat! Love from the Barbara B
Hi everyonw-just had our 6th storm of this winter -another due Tus. Cuz love your jokes my cat can not understand why I laugh so much when I am at the computer-I go a baby snowblower electric start work great just as well as the manly ones for years but I can not do the drive anymore so my son used the biger one-my sister has 9 cats all started out as strays first a mother cat and 3 kittens -my mother took two and last winter no 9 arrived she takes them to vets to be tested for diseases and nutured or apayed then interduces them to the group no 9 which is what they call him does not get along with the other 8 so he lives in the basement with their crazy dog. A few weeks ago we had three strays outside our house I told them they found the wrong sister they would have to travel to PA to my sister's house-have not seen them since we have coyotes also so people should not let their cats and hawks-they can pick up small dogs. Hope everyone has a better day today-the snow is piled up so high -can not imagine how it will be after Tue. storm-glad I do not live upstate a few weeks they had had 70 inches this winter.
A news story just the other day featured a couple who were walking their 2 chihuahuas down a sidewalk on a leash during a snowstorm. Both dogs were wearing thick coats. It was about 1:30 am. Suddenly out of nowhere a large owl swept down on one of the dogs and tried to fly away. The attack was quick and the bird did fly, but only as far as the leash would allow. The owners were able to rescue their darling "chico" and he escaped with only bruises and a small puncture wound on his chest. He is afraid to go outside in the dark now, but is otherwise unscathed because he was leashed.
I too have 2 chihuahuas and would be heartbroken if something swooped down to get them. I never let them go out alone, and since I recently spotted a large bird of prey in one of our trees, I'm considering leashing them instead of letting them free chase balls and such.
Everyone seems to be in such a hurry to scream 'racism' these days.
A customer asked, "In what aisle could I find the Polish sausage?"
The clerk asks, "Are you Polish?"
The guy, clearly offended, says, "Yes I am. But let me ask you something. If I had asked for Italian sausage, would you ask me if I was Italian? Or if I had asked for German Bratwurst, would you ask me if I was German?
Or if I asked for a kosher hot dog, would you ask me if I was Jewish?
Or if I had asked for a Taco, would you ask if I was Mexican? Or if I asked for some Irish whiskey, would you ask if I was Irish?"
The clerk says, "No, I probably wouldn't."
The guy says, "Well then, just because I asked for Polish sausage, why did you ask me if I'm Polish?"
The clerk replied, "Because you're in Home Depot."
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ssk
Had my Mother alone yesterday cause cg left early to have a long weekend. Got her through the evening, let her stay up as long as she could so she wouldn't freak out at bedtime. Kept her calm and reassured her over and over: she was safe, she lives with us, her things are safe, she is loved. she still cried and said everyone left her, but finally she was OK. I felt good, too.
love,
miz
Already sent you a HUG, ssk!
Miz, the little kitty out in the cold at night:((. They wouldn't last around here with the coyotes. In the summer, they come out of the hills on really hot nights--lately in the daytime too, nervy buggers. Screeching like wild banshees --give me the creeps. We're right on a bridle trail, and they come across and onto the greenbelt. One night last summer Sanura was out all night!!! But she stayed under the fountain in my shade garden and ran into the house like her tail was on fire when I went looking for her--a good learning experience for us all.
OK--did I get 9,000 or not, Bobbie? I wanna know, I wanna know!!! what do I get? BOAT TIME!!! YAY!
My husband and Mother are hard of hearing, but only Mother wears aids. My husband was missile testing in service and blew out his eardrum. When he gets congested, ear fills up and has to have it punctured with long needle- Gross, right?
I urge him to go and get HAs, because he has business meetings and conference calls. If he misses something important, I worry for him.
Peach, I could not find your post about going to doctor. I looked and looked:( So sorry. I hope you are OK, little sweetheart.
Which reminds me: I appreciate anyone and everyone who is here, in whatever capacity, because it is ALL CARING for others. If I am a selfish B for saying I couldn't stay here, maybe I will change my mind. We never know until the time comes, do we? I love helping people, too. Those who are experienced and have the perspective--like wise grandma's to comfort you--are the ones here. I say what's on my mind, I have the guts to admit if I'm wrong, I don't run away from it.
THNK YOU, CAREGIVERS, ALL!! LOVE YOU!!! christina
BEATITUDES FOR FRIENDS OF THE AGED
Blessed are they who understand
My faltering step and palsied hand.
Blessed are they who know that my ears today
Must strain to catch the things they say.
Blessed are they who seem to know
That my eyes are dim and my wits are slow.
Blessed are they who looked away
When coffee spilled at the table today.
Who stop to chat for a little while.
Blessed are those who never say,
"You've told that story twice today".
Blessed are those who know the ways
To bring back memories of yesterdays.
Blessed are those who make it known
That I'm loved, respected and not alone.
Blessed are those who know I'm at a loss
To find the strength to carry the Cross.
Blessed are they who ease the days
On my Journey Home in loving ways.
love,
miz
9000 posts!! man!
Deef!!! I love your house too. and you know you have Major Boat Time!!!
SSK! rain or snow? I guess I would take rain because I have sympathy shoulder with Deef and Christina.
Miz!
Peach!! Peach how are you feeling this am?
COFFEE TIME!!!!
A challenge for me since I can't use my water. Actually I can use the water, just not the drains. Boat will pee on you if you are standing under it in the right spot.
One of the yard guys said that it was not a big deal (we're talking about sink water here, not pee pee) and that I should feel free to do the dishes or whatever; everybody does it and it's not unsanitary or anything, we are on a big parking lot, but I am reticent....
Ahhh, life on the hard....
the my cousin vinny train goes through and the boat VIBRATES. almost 2 stories in the air and the boat is lightly shaking! pucker factor squared. The train has been here for scores of years and I know the yard has been here since 1928 so I guess it's ok and I'm not going to rattle off the jacks.
Oh jeeze, here come another train........
lovbob
That's weird. Must mean something. Like I'm a caregiver.
How big is the boat--a yacht? When Hubby and I come for a visit, do you golf? He loves FL, wants to "retire" there. I don't want to retire. Just "reBOAT".
I'm a little worried about you up on the jacks. Are you really that high in the air? Please don't FORGET, OK?!?!
The boat is 58' at the water line (not including swim platform and bowsprit) and is a yacht but I call her a boat.
don't care for golf. You guys go ahead, plenty of golf opportunities here.
Yes, I am that high up in the air and there is no reason to worry about me. You have enough to worry about!
You can't forget you're on jacks! and I don't sleepwalk!!
love ya kid,
lovbob
Gotta go now. Thanks for the "one on one". heehee
Ciao, Bella
christina
I see you fellow caregiver. You will do many things for someone else today that:
A) You would rather forget.
B) Is totally gross.
C) Is never for you.
D) Is repetitious and boring your brain to the EXTREME.
E) Makes no sense at all.
F) Tests your physical limits (No it isn't rockclimbing but it sure as hell feels like it.)
G) Can make you feel completely bankrupt on all levels.
H) CAN MAKE YOU FEEL LIKE A MILLION DOLLARS, A SUPERHERO, AND A WHITE KNIGHT ON A CRUSADE!
Take care of yourselves today. Try and do something just for you, even if it is just for 5-10 minutes.
Thanks to everyone for all your help and comments, you all help me to stay sane in an INSANE situation.
/hugs to all
Big Hugs, christina
you got it all right and that's for sure.
lovbob
pa was still awake at 2 am , i went on to bed slept with my warm hubby . fast asleep i was . pa finaly woke up about 1030 and had the big feather pillow pulled out of the covers , lol he sure was mad ! its a hellva job for him to pull em out of the sheets , lol but he got it , daddys getting stronger everyday . ate his bfast happy man .
cold out heard it s 1 degree . i told dad and my sis that it is 74 degree in here and we are so blessing to have a very warm house and pray for who is cold n freezing . i looked out the window and see my dog soakin up the sun and saw my other cat soakin up the sun by the barn . awww i felt sorry for them , no they re not allowed to come in . piss and shit and spray in the house , so its a no no .
gave louie his bath last night , ohh he was a good boy ! let me cut his tangle hairs and scrub him down good with dawn soap :-) . he s all white and shiney ! its the first time ever he behaved himself in the tub , usualy its war when i give him his bath . now he s sleeping and actin like he doesnt feel good . think he s mad at me ? the way he acted last night is like he did wanted a bath .
ok lookin at tons of bills that needs paid so i best get to it !
christina woohoo u won !! i think i won one time . sure cant wait to claim my prize and have that speical coffee ! later beer , margaritta , trouble stirin in town , ohh i cant wait !
have a good day u all . ohhhh deefer ! why u cleanin out the drive way for ur daughter for ? i just do the sidewalk , hell with the drive way , i let the tires do all the smashin down . if i had a snowblower yeah i guess i do the driveway too lol . but i dont and im not shoveling , im toooo old for that . gotta save my strenght all on pa .
xoxo
lovbob
miz
Ohhh Miiiiizzzzz!
lovboat
leave your worries on your doorstep,
just direct your feet to the sunny side and some heat!
Love from the Barbara B
A news story just the other day featured a couple who were walking their 2 chihuahuas down a sidewalk on a leash during a snowstorm. Both dogs were wearing thick coats. It was about 1:30 am. Suddenly out of nowhere a large owl swept down on one of the dogs and tried to fly away. The attack was quick and the bird did fly, but only as far as the leash would allow. The owners were able to rescue their darling "chico" and he escaped with only bruises and a small puncture wound on his chest. He is afraid to go outside in the dark now, but is otherwise unscathed because he was leashed.
I too have 2 chihuahuas and would be heartbroken if something swooped down to get them. I never let them go out alone, and since I recently spotted a large bird of prey in one of our trees, I'm considering leashing them instead of letting them free chase balls and such.
Everyone seems to be in such a hurry to scream 'racism' these days.
A customer asked, "In what aisle could I find the Polish sausage?"
The clerk asks, "Are you Polish?"
The guy, clearly offended, says, "Yes I am. But let me ask you something. If I had asked for Italian sausage, would you ask me if I was Italian? Or if I had asked for German Bratwurst, would you ask me if I was German?
Or if I asked for a kosher hot dog, would you ask me if I was Jewish?
Or if I had asked for a Taco, would you ask if I was Mexican? Or if I asked for some Irish whiskey, would you ask if I was Irish?"
The clerk says, "No, I probably wouldn't."
The guy says, "Well then, just because I asked for Polish sausage, why did you ask me if I'm Polish?"
The clerk replied, "Because you're in Home Depot."