JUST MOVING ALONG.

My how time rushes on.  Before you know it-another month is starting.  Thank goodness for the cooler weather it also brings.  I just got back from breakfast with the usual group.  New gossip and things of interest.  Eggs and bacon were good.  My they can cook eggs-over-light to my liking.  And I still am enjoying rye toast.  With Jan out of town, I have Saturday open and I miss her.  I know she is enjoying her grandchildren as well as Cary and David. 

Not a lot to tell so I will just get to filling my day with a few little chores.

Betty Boop

P. S,

I sat right down and wrote this.   Silly I know. 

 

 

FALL FUN

 

Soon Fall weather will appear,

Bringing fresh energy with it.

For me, too much fun I fear.

So, I grab an apple and book and just Sit.

 

By Dot Ellis

CHANGE OF PLANS

I was supposed to get my flu shot today- here.  They had to postpone it till next Tuesday, October 3 and Tuesday October 10th.  The vaccine shipment was delayed.  So I am at a loss as what to do today.  I went down and had breakfast at Cyber.  Was good. I must get the poem for the Library written.  Maybe that can be me gold for today, Seems I need one.  It needs to be only four lines and about October and the library.  Any ides which way to go?  I don't. 

Betty Boop

GOOD THINGS

Two great things have happened.  Amy had a man look at Truman's  coin collection.  She said he got so excited because it was so good.  Value not great , but worth more than we thought.  Of course we are keeping it and M.G, is going to organize it.  The appraiser made it easier .  He would be so happy to know that it is taken care of.  Next Amy and our Vet are determined to fine out what is the problem with Bitsy.  They brought in one of the older Doctors and I remember him from a while ago,  He tracked a rare parasite in her ears.  Said he had only seen one more case like it in 35 years of practice.  Taught the young guys something,  Amy said he was so excited and set to work to treat her.  I now have high hopes.  It wont happen overnight he said, but he thought he found the solution to her problem.  Bless her -for she has suffered since I got her.  Jan took off to Ft. Wayne this morning.  She needed a break.  So much she has had to take care of lately.  She will come back refreshed I hope.   Must run to exercise class.

Betty Boop

MORNING HAS BROKEN

As the song goes--like the first morning.  Love that song.  I could not sleep well last night.  I had a few things on my mind that I could not put to rest.  I know what I should do but human like, I try to solve everything alone.  I got up before 6 and started my day.  It was still dark but almost day break.  I stepped out on the famous balcony and heard the first bird wake and saw  the first trace of light in the sky.  What a sight.  I thought how faithful God is again .  And how great he is.  So much bigger than all my troubles.  I found some peace in that.  Later I fixed my breakfast and took coffee outside again.  I saw the sun rise and it was beautiful.  The ducks are swimming and the geese  are grazing the meadow and I saw this couple come walking around the lake-every morning they do this.  How wonderful.  They said they have been doing this for 50 years and see not need to stop.  Good for them.  I will try once more to turn my troubles over to the Lord this day and take it one day at a time.

What a sermon~~forgive me again.  This blog helps me.

`Betty Boop 

SUNDAY MORNING

I did not get to spend a long time on the balcony, because it is Sunday and I need to get ready for Church.  One of my favorites.  Since our new pastor has come, I really do enjoy it.  He brings good messages.  It seems the Canada geese are back in full force .  They make a joyful noise.  But not to all people.  I have to admit, they are a force to recon with.  They make too much noise and are too aggressive.  Makes people who walk the lake path nervous.  Don't blame them.  We still have many other creatures to watch. 

Well I must stop writing so I wont have to rush to get ready.  Don't handle "rush" too well any more.  I am worried about my kitty.  Can't seem to get her up and running.  Don't know what else to do.

Betty Boop

WAFFLES & RYE TOAST

Breakfast was fun.  Two people ordered waffles.  They were beautiful, Belgium waffles.  One said the texture was nit right.  The server noticed he wasn't eating them.  She asked what was wrong.  He told her the story but they were o. k.  She insisted she make them again.  He already said he could eat only half they were so big. but accepted a new one.  Which he felt obliged to eat. He was full.  The other person who ordered one said nothing, but they brought her another one too.  So she is going to have waffles for breakfast Sunday (warmed over.)  Just thought it was funny but as I write it I know you had to be there to think so.  Now the Rye toast.  Last Saturday one of us discovered they had rye bread.  He shared a small bit with me.  I really liked it.  Didn't think I did when I last ate it a long time  ago.  It was good toasted.  Jan and I went to Wal-Mart for a few things for me.  We researched the rye bread.  They had at least 6 or 7 brands.  Can you believe it?  Ended up with COBBLESTONE BREAD CO.'S BROOKLYN RYE..  I just liked the name.(it sounded so official)  I just could not wait to try it, so I had a piece toasted just now.  Very good. 

Now, don't I have a lot to talk about?  Stay tuned--maybe something else interesting may come up.  Oh yes, I am boiling peanuts I just bought too. Yeh!!

Betty Boop

NOON

Little late getting started.  Been busy with little things that must be done.  I cooked my lunch.  It was good.  I sat on the balcony and ate some orange sherbet and watched the "wild life".  I saw a blue heron and a half dozen mallards and one of the young egrets.  I guess he has been put on his own because I did not see any of the rest of his family.It was interesting that they all co-exited there within a few feet of each other.  I guess it was nap time.  Speaking of nap time--mine too.

Betty Boop

HOT, HOT, HOT !!

I did not see much to talk about this morning on the balcony.  The trees block out most of the pier, which is where the Egret family seem to hang out, but they were there.  I think it is a little shallow there and the young can wade and fish.  I did see a gaggle of geese on the meadow.  It has been mowed recently and they can graze on the seed. 

Bitsy had her first meds for itching.  I hope it helps.  Cat allergy may be had to control.  Hope she gets relief soon.  I hate to see her suffer.      A musical program will take my morning.  Must get ready,

Betty Boop

WHOLE FAMILY

No, not my family, the Egret family of SCV.  I saw papa King Egret standing tall and looking east from the lake wall and I soon saw why.  Mrs. Queen egret flew in and with her was three half grown children egrets.  They were so cute.  I have never seen young ones before.  I don't know where they nest.  Maybe at the small lake.  Or the woods just next to us.  I know they nest in the trees.  Funny, since they are so big.  They were landing on the pier.  Practicing their flying and landing I guess.  What a sight. 

I got stung by a wasp on my elbow yesterday.  He came with me from the bubble into my apartment before he stung.  My it hurt.  I was getting ready to go to church.  I went on but I squirmed during church.  Think it is O. K. but it is red and itches.  What next?  Well lunch with Amy, M.G., & Ryan at Sal & Phil"s was good //Best shrimp anywhere except Gulf Shores. Well lets start a new week.  I have a couple nice things to go to.  Will tell you later.

Betty Boop  

SEEING DOUBLE

Early, about 7 (not real early.)  I was on the balcony and I thought I was seeing double, but no, it was two egrets, side by side.  Does he have a mate?  They flew off in perfect formation, just like airplanes.  Flying low and together.  To the other end of the lake and back.  Doesn't take a lot to excite me.  I  think of my Egret as belonging to me and I watch him a lot.    O. K. end of nature lesson for today.  Jan came Saturday.  She is glad to get out of the house.  They are going through foundation work and the house is torn up and workman everywhere.  She has to dodge them at every corner.  Be glad to get it over.  We went to the Christian book store.  I love their card section.  I send lots of cards out here to birthday girls.  I make a tissue flower to top them and they are pretty and give me satisfaction.  With very little else to do, we ended up at Traceway Grill.  You should go if you have not already.  Most people I know like it.  We had a classic hamburger (hers had mushrooms).  Nothing like a good burger.  Mine was too big and Jan cut hers in two.  We enjoyed a good visit.    I just heard a noise in the other room and called Bitsy.  She came and I asked her if she was in trouble and she said "maybe."  I hate to look. I really think it was the dishwasher, hope so.

Betty Boop

CLUB GROWING

We had 6 this morning at breakfast.  Found out they have rye bread.  will get some next time.  We have a new server .  She is Russian and is so sweet and fast.  Conversation was led by George.  He and Penny are off to a trip soon.  Starting in Boston and then oversea to Ireland, and more.  Been there and loved it.  Always something to talk about.  I mostly listen.  I have found that a good way to enjoy.  I don't usually have very interesting things to say==so I listen. 

Summer is back !!  Don't know what to wear.  Doesn't really matter.  I stay inside so much, I hardly know the difference. 

Betty Boop

ELEGANT EGRET

I haven't written about resident egret lately.  But he is still elegant and in charge,  I saw him strolling along my side of the lake this morning below my balcony.  Hunting breakfast.  He flew down into the edge of the water and trolled a while and then up again on the seawall.  He is so big up close and never in a hurry.  It was a peaceful sight in my little part of the world.  Hard to imagine all the hurt and strife that is going on all over the world.  Lord help us. 

Amy came yesterday.  She brought the quilt I picked from the stack Dianne sent us.  I love to think of those women in Truman's family who enjoyed getting together and having lots of fun with each other while quilting so many quilts.  Can't you imagine the gossip and tales they told? 

Betty Boop

HALF GONE

Where does the time go?  September 14th.  Yesterday would have been Truman's 96th birthday.  He died at 89 and wanted to make it to 90--but alas it did not happen.  Here I am.  According to the average, the female lives 5 years longer than her mate.  I have beat the odds.  Well so be it.  I must not dwell on numbers.

The balcony was still this morning.  No more rain or wind.  I guess the heat will be back.  Summer is still with us.  I only saw one walker and no ducks or egret.  I did not stay long.  I do plan to go to the grocery store later.  Miss Bitsy is very low on food.  A few thoughts for a poem or essay are running around in my crazy head.  It will be called CUP OF LIFE or FULL CUP, or something else.  We will see.  You know Truman had an idea for a third book.  I am so sorry I discouraged it.  It was about his life as a family man and his career.  Maybe I did not want to remember some of that,  for it was a struggle up the career ladder and although he did reach his goal, it was hard, raising a family and fighting all those young hopefuls.  Some with more education and pull.  It was hard.    Did not mean to get so down and personal.  Our life was a good one and I am glad I was along for the ride. 

Betty Boop

PERFECT MORNING

I donned my winter robe and socks and took coffee to the balcony.  My sanctuary I guess.  When I woke this morning, I said Lord, leave me be, I don't want to get up.  He said NO !  So up I dragged myself up and felt better as the morning went on.  I fixed myself the diabetic version of cinnamon toast.  Will share if you ever need it.  Hope you wont.  It is a pain sometime but you learn all kinds of tricks to satisfy your need.

I will tell you a fact you don't need to pass on.  I had written my hair cut appointment wrong on my calendar yesterday.  I showed up a day early.  Better early than late.  It messed up my rest of the day.  So I am off to try it again today.    Well you know my secrets and it feels good to confess.  The Catholic is rubbing off on me. I guess.

Betty Boop

A PART OF ME

I am so happy to have my computer back.  Although it was a short time that it was down, I missed it.  It is sort of like having someone (other than Bitsy) to talk to.  And sometime I get an answer.  I know how busy everyone is, but I do like to hear comments. 

I am getting a hair cut this afternoon.  The Honey man comes tomorrow.   Must go buy some. Several things look interesting the rest of the month.  One on the 26th.  Roaring 90's party for those who are 90 and over.  First time I have been old enough for that.  I plan to dress up and go.  We can have visitors. so I will see who wants to go. 

Betty Boop

I am back.

I have been off line for  a few days.  I got back on with the help of our talented man who works here for C-spire,  I have been lost without the connection.  I depend on my computer a lot.  Like another presence in my apartment.  I must get on with routine.  I went to exercise class and did limited moves.  Felt good to at least exercise my legs.   I am trying to get my shoulder working again.  Well I must get ready for lunch with friend Betty.  We do enjoy each other.  Good friend.

Betty Boop

NEW IN TOWN

I almost stepped on him yesterday.  Today I saw him again while I was reading  the paper on the balcony.  I think he lives in the flower pot with the mushrooms.  A little green lizard about 6 inches long and half of that is his tail.  A new little fellow I guess.  He watched me from the other chair from me while I read the paper.  Every time I looked he had moved a few inches.  Finally he leaped to the floor and ran to the flower pot.  I bet Bitsy would love to play with him and I am sure he would not like that. I guess I have a new pet.  How did he get so far up here.  Of course he could climb the walls but why?  I will come up with a name for him if he decides to stay. 

Betty Boop

DELIGHTFUL LUNCH

Jan picked me up today after therapy.  We went to Amy's house for lunch.  I had been wanting to see the renovations since they finished redoing the whole downstairs. It was beautiful.  Light, airy. beautiful colors. so uncluttered.  I told her I was glad she got to pick and decide for her own house.  It was so all "her."  And Jan and I were treated to such a delightful lunch with real china, and cloth napkins.!!!  The china was vintage.  From Aunt Dee.  Amy knows what to save from people when they no longer need it.  It was fun to know she used it.  The food was so colorful. and just what I needed.  So good too.  I really enjoyed myself.  I forgot to take my blood sugar meds when I got home so my sugar went up.  I had a boiled egg and some grapes for supper.  I will live.  I just make mistakes sometime.

Betty Boop

LABOR DAY

I can't remember celebrating this day as a child.  I don't remember when it was declared a holiday either.  Must ask Mr. Google.  That smart man (or girl) knows it all.  I just came in from sitting on the balcony again this morning.  I am delighted with the cooler weather.  I saw three walkers within 5 minutes.  It seems everyone is revived .  I have been raising mushrooms.  No not to eat.  Just these strange things growing in my flower pot.  It changes every day.  Yesterday it was a mass of little umbrellas.  So cute.  I looked for the farriers.  I am sure they had tea at sunrise. 

I am going with my friend Betty to the big Labor Day lunch here today.  It sounds good.  It is fun to watch all the people.  I am turning into my "mama".  She was a great people watcher.  I am too.  And what a place to watch!!!  I wish I could write a book about the goings-on around here.  Better keep that to myself.  I do intend to write a poem.  It has been chasing around in my mind for some time now.  About recognizing people by their walk.  Down the hall it is sometime too dark or your eyes just can't see for some reason very far away.  But people all have distinct walks.  It would be fun to describe some of  them.  Again, be careful. 

Well that is all from St. Catherine's Town till I observe some more.

Betty Boop

SATURDAY MORNING

I did not go to breakfast with the strange group, as I call them, I had a stomach upset last night and did not sleep well.  So a soft boiled egg this morning in my kitchen sounded good.  I feel o.k.( I guess) this morning.  Coffee on the balcony was pleasant.  Not much to see but the ducks. Bitsy really does want to go with me on the balcony.  I am still afraid to let her.  What if she jumped or fell off. I would never get over that. 

I have a cute little short poem on the Library board, but the VILLAGER did not publish my offering this time.  I don't know why unless there was not room for it.  This issue was rather full. Could be it did not get to her.  Sometime  me or the computer makes a mistake in sending it.  I will find out when I can.  I thought it was rather clever, but I like all my stuff.  I guess I am vain.  ????? Must work on that.

Betty Boop