THE PHILOSOPHER (not again !!)

Staying indoors and spending a lot of time with "me" gets me thinking a lot and a little too much I think,  We had a storm last night and I only heard a little thunder.  It hit my balcony I guess, as it was a mess this morning.  My beautiful hot pink geranium got knocked over and broke the pot and I will have to repot it.  I hope it survives.  It is strange how hard it is to do little things like that with your foot out of commission.  Oh do I need a big dose of patience.  My devotion this morning seemed to speak to me about that.  Have you ever read the whole book of Ecclesiastes?  I have several times as it says a lot to my life, especially these last years.  Read in chapter 3: 1-15.  Very well known words.  But read it all when you have time.

I woke at 3:00 and my foot was itching.  I could not stand it any longer.  I had to reach it and scratch!!  I said what the heck, and ripped that nasty big black boot off and scratched.........I left it off and it felt so good that I slept till 7 and did not even feel guilty.  So there.  I think it set the tone for the day.  I feel better.  Maybe I will make it and this is just a test of my faith.  I will get through it. It is now 9 and here I sit talking to my blog.  So be it!!!

Betty Boop

EASTER WEEKEND

It has been a nice Easter weekend.  Different. because no small folk to dye and hide eggs.  But we remember the days when that was the highlight of Easter.  Or was it when  new outfits and basket filled with goodies and going to Church was the main thing.?  All  of those things.

I was pleased to have Linda to visit,   Joseph was too involved in singing at the Church choir and woodturning event to be able to come.  I really enjoyed having her all to myself.  Although Jan and Amy took her around some, we all ate shrimp at Jan's Saturday.  MG. and Ryan hosted Easter lunch at their house on Sunday.  They are real pros at this.  It thrills me that my Grand daughters like to do this and do it so well.  They learned from their Moms and maybe a little from me. They probably learned their love to "get together"  from their granddad (Truman.)  He did love to get his family together.  He will be gone 5 years on the 29th.  Seems like yesterday in a way.

Spring is the time for new life and hope.  Embrace it and enjoy.

Betty Boop 

BRIDE OF FRANKENSTINE

That is the way I feel and look.  With this big, heavy, black, walking boot.  That is what they called it.  Walking Boot.  Hard to walk in it.  It seems my heel is in serious trouble.  Lets hope we can fix it.  I have to wear this "thing" two weeks and get this ,  don't take it off except to shower.  Yes have to sleep in it.  Now that sounded impossible to me.  But I did it last night.  I planned and plotted and worked it out before I tried it.  It is possible and I slept as well as I usually do.  There is Hope I guess.  After two weeks, my Dr. will decide what to do.  Blood test made yesterday will determine if there is another problem.  Pray for that.  I feel too old for surgery. Although she did not mention it, I know it could be in the future.  Maybe not.  I read somewhere a lady who was having many new problems growing older.  She said she had decided that this was her "new normal".  Sums it up for me. 

I really want to sing in our Choir this afternoon in our Good Friday Easter program at 3:00.  I sit on the front row.  Eke!!  We all wear black pants and white tops.  Maybe no one will focus on me if I cover my leg and wear black shoes on my good foot. What do you think?  I am determined to try.  It still hurts some to walk, but sitting--I am good.  Linda is coming and I hope she will get here for the program.  She plans to.  It will just be her this time.  Joseph is involved in singing in his Church. 

So that is my new story.  Things change fast so stay tuned. 

Betty Boop

FOOT DR. TODAY

Dr. Rose Sotolongo--Podiatric Medicine & Surgery.  Well I have to go to her to have my toenails cut because I am diabetic.  Maybe she can shed some fresh light on my Plantar problem.  I hope so.  I am getting worried about walking. This spot on the bottom of my heel is small but causing me a lot of pain  Kind of puts the skids on my days.  I like to take advantage of lots of the activities here and it is no fun when you hurt.  I know I need patience and a big dose of it. 

O here is to TODAY.  Maybe it will be good for me. 

Betty Boop

This months poem for the Library Board

I LOVE BOOKS

 

Could not do without them.

Sometimes I have three ongoing.

From the Library girls I get looks,

As I leave with arms overflowing.

 

Books can take you away,

From your everyday life.

And that is very O. K.

To somehow relieve your strife.

 

They can make you laugh or cry.

A mood changer they can be.

Such pleasure I don't deny.

Try them and you will see.

 

Dot Ellis 2016 

What do you think?

Betty Boop



Brrrrrrrrrr

Who left the door to the North Pole open?  My goodness it made a sudden change this morning.  I brought my little Geranium inside.  It did not get to freezing but close.  I stayed in again today to "nurse" my latest distraction.  I must say it has gotten my attention.  I am trying all the suggestions and instructions and hope it is better.  I keep thinking that maybe it is getting better. 

I went to Church on TV this morning.  Then pulled out a frozen meal I had made from left overs a while back.  Brisket and wild rice.  I had a salad of lettuce, tomato an  cucumber with Ranch dressing.  A few slices of an orange and I was satisfied.  Maybe soup for supper. I know you wanted to hear that.  I haven't even been out of the apartment except to pick up my paper at the door.(a pleasure). I did get dressed and put on makeup.  I would do that if I were dying, I guess.

I am looking at the Hallmark channel each Sunday night for a continued  drama.  When Calls the Heart is the name.  A sweet romantic set in the 1800's I think.  I like it. Probably would not interest my viewers.  But I love a good love story.  I keep thinking about Easter's when I dressed three sweet little girls.  I usually sewed all outfits.  It was fun to me and exciting to the girls.  I remember they wore hats and gloves and big fluffy petticoats.  It usually turned a little nippy for Easter and sometime they had to cover the pretty dresses with a sweater.  Not willingly I must say. Just rambling.

Memories again.  Sorry.

Betty Boop 

HO HUM AND ALAS

With TV, music, and books, I am usually pretty happy with my own company.  Dealing with what amounts to "just a sore heel" is turning into a pain in the you know what.  I guess it is so common that everyone takes it lightly.  Not me.  It is a big deal to have to do these exercises and stay off my feet as much as possible.  It is a slow process I am told.  I guess I have read too much about it.  Get this, I even read that untreated it would heal in a year.  Of course I am treating it.  Heard yesterday to freeze water in a bottle and roll your foot back and forth.  It actually helps (for a while).

Oh well find another subject.  The sun is coming out and the rain is gone for now.  The St. Patty's Day parade will go on rain or shine, but better if the sun does shine.  Did you wear green on the special day?  I did.  Didn't want to be pinched.  You know that tale don't you.  At least I don't see anyone out here that I would want a pinch from.  Ha Ha..  The Village is full of decorations.  Seems people love to decorate for Easter.   Me included.  There are bunnies and eggs everywhere.  I miss dying eggs in backyard of Riverwood.  It was so pretty in the backyard in the Spring.  It looks pretty here too.  Wish me full recovery.  I need to get back on the fast track.

Betty Boop

PLANTAR FASCIITIS

Now what?  And what the heck is this? With   a trip to the Dr., driven by my trusted driver (Amy)  I found out why my poor heel was hurting and almost making a cripple of me.  With meds and exercise I hope to walk better soon.  You runners probably know all about the things that can happen to your feet and legs.  I promise I have not been in any races except maybe to the dinning room,  I have been known to skirt around those slow walkers from time to time but not in a way to do harm--to me or them, but apparently other things can cause it.  Hate to say it but one could be old age.  The one reason that covers a lot of conditions.  So I will try again to fix myself with the help of many and be O. K. (sort of) again.  I keep asking the Lord what else he has for me to do and I guess it is still something. 

So Be It.

Betty Boop

THE SUNDAY SIX

Church was good today.  The sky started out cloudy but the sun came out by lunch time.  We ate outside at Bravo's and it was so nice.  The landscaping there now is so beautiful.  Many beds of tulips and the red and yellow together is a striking combination.  I guess I am ready for Spring and daylight saving time.  All the flowering trees are vying for attention.  They seem to pop out over night.  I know I say it every Spring, but can't help but enjoy the wonder of it all.  Talk was about many things but we discussed May camping.  Always a good time. 

I need to be thinking about my Easter decorating.  Here at the village we like to decorate.  I guess most people like me lived in larger space than now and we love to express ourselves by fixing up our entrances to our apartments.  I am afraid I, like some others. tend to overdo but heck, I don't care.  I will do what makes me happy and respect others to do the same.  Live and let live.  This is not new to me, but more so now than then. 

Be Happy  Betty Boop

STRANGE DAYS

The last two days have been so weird with so much rain.  We had a huge one the day we got together to see Cary off.  (by the way they postponed going till next week)  I was glad because of all the bad weather.  Jan and I went shopping for me some new walking shoes.  Found some and bought 2 pair.  One a little casual and one for serious walking. I will have to really get with it now.  We ate lunch at LUBY"s.  New here and it was nice.  Later I went to a couple's birthday party here.  They were born a few days apart.  And something else-they were born in the same hospital and their Mothers were their at the same time.  They grew up knowing each other.  How about that? 

Was not very hungry for supper, even though I only had punch at the party.  It was so nice with beautiful food.  I just ate a bowl of clam chowder, which was good.  Can't believe it will be Sunday tomorrow.  Time does fly, which reminds me--set the clocks forward tonight. 

Betty Boop

SUNDAY

Sunday and Church.  I just can't see how anyone does without church.  I love to go and it helps me all week.  It has always been a part of my life.  I need it. 

Sunday we (Amy) and I had lunch with M. G. and Ryan.  It was fun and good.  Amy pumped gas for me as we were in my car.  I still have never pumped gas.  How childish of me.  Thanks to her.  We enjoyed each other .  I am blessed to be "friends" with my girls.  Amy treats me like an ordinary person.  Know what I mean?  She did a beautiful reading in church Sunday .  I am proud of her.

Well off to my busy Monday.  I like it that way.

Betty Boop

SATURDAY SURPRISE

Surprise guest.  Cherry was visiting and came to see St, Catherine's and to have lunch with Jan, Cary. Brody and me.  I was glad to see her and to show off St. Catherine's to her.  We ate on the Terrace,  Could have been warmer and we would have enjoyed that part more.  We made it and I showed Cherry the tour.  I am always glad to brag on my new home.  Nor so new anymore.  It has been 5 years since I moved here.  This Month will mark 5 years since Truman left us.  It seems like yesterday in a way.  As I told Jan before she left. I hope he would have been proud of me for taking over my life without him.  He tried to prepare me and he did a better job than he might have thought.  As I signed my Tax form for Tommy, I thought I could not have done it without him and everyone of my family.  Everyone needs other people in their lives weather they admit or not.  Lets all stick together.

Betty Boop 

WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY

Running a little behind.  Amy came Wednesday afternoon.  She brought me two dinners.  I ate the beef tips on rice and it was the best ever.  Saving the red beans and rice and sausage for later.  She also brought me the cutest ceramic rabbit and it looked so much like real chocolate that I almost was temped to bit off his ears.  Everyone does that first you know.  Enjoyed that she still knows what makes me happy.  The bag had a little sprig of oxalis.  Like at my Mama's house.  In fact I think it came to her yard via mine and mine from mama's.  I just love tradition and "roots." 

Thursday after a rain I saw the most perfect rainbow in the Eastern sky.  It started at my balcony and I had to go to the Bubble to see the end.  I am sure there was a pot-o-gold there.  It was so beautiful.  God is in heaven and all is right with the world. (If we could get rid of Trump)  Politics are dirty.  My family from way back said so.    Well I am off to Kroger.

Betty Boop

MEET MRS. CLEAN

She is not exactly 5 feet tall, but almost.  Tuesday seems to has settled in as CLEAN DAY.  Now how nice to strip your bed and gather towels and such, put it outside the door and a short time later--clean everything!  Now she is getting used to apartment living but wait--you have to "dress" to go to the laundry room to do your personal stuff!!  Oh well that is fine. Keeps me from becoming a "frump".  So Tuesday is one of her shampoo days.  Lot of clean going on.  Will have to wait till Friday to have the apartment cleaned.  I can wait.  I do not own a vacuum cleaner and my broom is pitiful.  Dust rag. yes but that too is old.  So there you have her, Mrs. Clean.  She is old too.

I had coffee and a Bran Muffin in the newly painted Bubble.  I am glad to have it back.  I seem to be the only one who uses it regularly.  Can't understand that.  It has a beautiful view and gives me the feel of being outside.  I used to spend a lot of time on Riverwood outside at the Lake, just sitting and starring at nothing.  No not nothing.  The most beautiful place on earth.  There I go into the Memory Bank.  I must hurry out.  With my laundry all done and put away and bed made up with clean sheets(mighty inviting), I guess it ii about time to pull out some of my homemade bean soup.  Made  by me on a rainy day a while ago.  My it is good.  Come join me and I promise not to go down memory lane or tell you all about my aches and pains.  Just happy and positive thoughts. That is how to get by.

Betty Boop