SUNDAY

After a full. sometime good sometime trying week, it  is time to go to my beloved Broadmeadow and take in new hope and peace.  Yes those are  two things I go for but there are many more.  One, I usually get to see grandchildren and catch up, at lunch.  They usually have interesting stories about their week and I love to hear the stories.  Makes my life better.  October is hear and I will change my décor in the hall to Halloween.  We are still a little bit "child" and love the fun of decorating for "trick or treat"  When I was a child all I remember there was only tricks played.  I was surely not allowed to do that.  We had parties at the Church complete with bobbing of apples and games and food.  Much tamer than now.

Oh well. time marches on and you older ones have to step lively to keep up.  Good Luck Oldies.

Betty Boop   

SATURDAY AGAIN

Well I made it to breakfast with the group.  They all said they were glad to see me.  Do I believe them? Of course I do.  It was fun with scrambled eggs and ham. Rye toast and coffee.  The Rye bread is different, and better.  I shared a bite with two who wanted to taste the new.  We asked what brand it was and of course it was a Cosco and you can't buy that at stores.  I brought a slice home with ham I did not eat.  It will make a good sandwich with a little cheese.  I seem to spend a lot of time thinking of food.!!

Jan is coming to lunch and to bring kitty litter.  We will also take care of a little business.   Can't seem to get all the odds and ends picked up from  all  my illnesses and procedures.  Thank you Lord for Jan.  She helps me so much.  Everything gets complicated. {for me}. 

Betty Boop

Early Start

Woke at 6:30. It was dark and cloudy. Got up and prepared early. I went down to breakfast about 8:oo.  Plenty of people there, I knew them all.  But I sat alone, not wanting to visit so early.  Two eggs over light, sausage patty, rye toast and coffee was what I wanted.  Behold, it was brought out--hot and fast.  May I add, with a " smile" and a "good morning."  How nice.  Barbara was there at the door when I returned and I picked up my devotional book and Bible and went to the Bubble to wait for her to clean.  I love cleaning day. when someone else does the work.  It was cloudy and smooth on the Lake.  Two ducks- no geese.  All quiet. Good place to meditate in the morning. 

I talked to friend Betty.  We will lunch together. About all I have planed but something will turn up, I know.  How blessed can I be?

Betty Boop

DUCKS VS GEESE

Love the rain.  Not so with some, with  some it is not much fun. I did sit on the Balcony. It was raining lightly so I did not get wet.  I love the sound of the drip from the gutters. Canada geese are very rude to put it mildly.  A group of ducks held there ground with them this morning.  They are like people in a way.  The ducks are patient and paid no attention to the geese as they flew at them and tried to scare them from their spot. Over and over the would fly right into their group honking loudly , but the ducks just calmly held their space.  Interesting how with a big Lake, they can't get along.  Just like people are sometime. 

I survived the carpet cleaning and so did Bitsy.  She stayed shut in the bathroom all day without a peep.  Good girl.  The carpet looks clean although it is a cheap grade, it will do.  Things don't bother me as they used to. 

Betty Boop

SPOOKY

Cloudy and spooky out on the Balcony.  Well not exactly spooky, but different.  Maybe rain, we seem to miss the heavy downpours, just sprinkles.  Oh well, change is good.  Not so hot.  Patience. 

I saw a man on his three wheel bike.  It has a name, but don't know what.  He looked so cool riding along with his helmet on. That is the way to bike.  Birds are quiet and no ducks.  I was a little early but not that early.  I am having my carpet cleaned today so I must make myself scarce .  It wont be easy, but I have a plan.  Have to stay off it for a few hours to let it dry.  Wish me luck,

Betty Boop

BE NIMBLE- BE QUICK !!!

I was  frustrated.  I live in the dark ages.  My TV is really standard.  I can't record shows for later.  My favorite shows--DANCING WITH THE STARS  and BIG BANG THEORY are at the same time.  I spent and hour going back and forth.  Ah!! they are cunning with the commercials.  They are at the same time as each other so you really have to choose.  Oh well if that is all I  have to worry about, so be it.  I managed to survive.  Big Bang is my favorite.  This is the final season and I want to watch it. 

Betty Boop

MONDAY

Monday arrived finally.  Did not sleep much last night.  I had to get up and eat peanut butter and cracker. I think I did not eat enough supper. I read a while and went back to try again.  Still did not go to sleep till 3 o'clock.  Oh my I feel like something the cat dragged in.  Not my cat.  She was confused but got up and stayed awake with me.  That's what friends are for.  She is my kitty friend.  My it was nice on my Balcony. Sun is just now breaking through the clouds and a cool breeze is slightly stirring.  Not much activity yet.  One lone man walking.  Soon it will be lots of people coming out for the cooler weather.  In  the meantime, many walk the hallowed halls.  Well nothing to write--better go stir up something.  Can't seem to write poems just now.

Betty Boop

STILL SUNDAY

My morning writing  was not so good.  Yellow is not a good choice.   Thought I would do a " do over".  Went to Church and enjoyed the singing much.   Had a little "pep" to it.  Amy and I were on our own for lunch. We went someplace only we like.  SOULSHINE.  We both had roast beef sandwiches.  Our favorite.  I ate too much so after a hour nap. I needed a walk. so I walked for 30 minutes in the halls.  Looked at a lot of decorations that people had at their doors.  So good, some of them.  New for Fall.  Saw lots of people for Sunday.  I wasn't hungry for supper. no surprise.so I ate a bowl of Wheaties with fresh pineapple that Jan brought me.  Never used that fruit on cereal.  It was good.  I had boiled peanuts as dessert.   Love them. Well,  guess I will fold up for today and hope for a good day tomorrow.

Betty Boop

SUNDAY SUNDAY

Sunday is always a special day.  I have so many good memories of it  from childhood till now.  It is not complete till Church is part of this day.  So I am off with Amy and then lunch with some of my favorite people.

Betty Boop

NO SHOW AGAIN

I guess the Accidental Coffee Club will write me off.  I can't move fast enough to get there ready to talk and laugh at 7:30 in the morning.  The spirit is willing, but the old body and mind refuses to go go go.  Oh well, maybe later ? I still don't have an idea for a poem for the VILLAGER for October.  October !!Yipes !!My MY  I am getting slow.  It will soon be Christmas and my "happies" need to be finished.  My fingers are slow and stiff sometime.  These require nimble fingers and I go a little slow and get frustrated.  I will send you one Ashley, for your first Christmas in your first house.  Not your first home because you have made a home wherever you and Bryan have lived. 

I did sit on my Balcony, but it got hot and ran me inside.  Well, not much to tell,  I need to get going and find something worth writing.

Betty Boop

READY FOR THE DAY

I slept late.  7 is getting a slow start.  Nothing pushing so I will enjoy.  Lunch with the girls is always on tap for Friday.  Baked fish is good.  If I don't get a hair cut I will look like Harpo Marks or someone like that. Next week I plan to do that.  In the meantime I will have to try to tame it.  Too late to sit on Balcony--the sun has taken over too much of shade.  So I sit here at computer with that second cup of coffee.  Coffee--funny how I have come to prefer it to hot tea.  Maybe when the weather changes, I will too.  People say they don't want things changed--leave that alone, but that is not true.  I believe we are always looking for change and things to get better.  But in the long run we hold on to what is familiar  and what we like.   Gets confusing  doesn't it.?  I leave you to think about that. I am going to get on with the day.

Betty Boop

MURDER SHE COMMITED

My maid sweeps the floor of Balcony, but she missed the rails and tiny spiders have been at work.  Now they do not bother me that much, but with the sun shinning they really show up.  What work they put in, they are so tiny.  I sent a sweep right through them this morning--now if  I did not get rid of the spider along with their web, they will be back.  But I did feel sorry for the industrious little creatures. And I am sure they have a purpose, so they will be back, I am sure.  
Free day today.  Got my carpet prepared for cleaning.   Looks better already.  Amy and MG came yesterday and did Bitsy's  shot. She has a touch with giving shots. (MG), Amy and I are just terrible with it.     I got into the cedar chest yesterday to see what I have to wear if Fall ever comes. I had forgotten some of it, so I will build around what I have.  

Better Tomorrow.
Betty Boop    

BOO !!!!

BOO!!!!

by Dot Ellis

 

Boo to you.

Boo to me too.!!

For a place to hide--LOOK.

In Library for a good book.

 

• How do you like this for fun?

Betty Boop

 

this is for the October Library board in the hall.

 

 



PINE THICKET, TOMATO, SQUASH and OKRA.

Funny title?  Let me explain.  I remember as I look out at from my Balcony.  Looking at the stand of 12 pine trees.  I have become attached to them.  This morning a strange sounding bird sang franticly Never heard him before.  Then my mind went to Truman's mother.  Great Lady!!  She called a group of pine trees a thicket.  I remember another thicket at country cousin's house.  We swept a spot clean there and made a play house.  I am sure my memory has changed, but that little playhouse is still in my memory.  I also want to explain the rest of the title.  Jan brought me the perfect tomato yesterday. I had a beautiful BLT for supper-minus the lettuce. This morning I had a  scrambled egg and turkey bacon, . And a slice of tomato. , toast,coffee and time on the Balcony.  What a start!!.  The okra and squash will be another treat with my juicy tomato.  Maybe some left for another small treat   I know how to use a big tomato. Life is good.

Betty Boop

I SLEPT TOO LATE.

I slept till 6 and rolled over and went back to sleep.  I woke at 7 and knew I would be behind all day.  I had a good day Sunday with Amy and M.G. and Ryan.  We picked up at Wendy's.  I got a taco salad.  First one in a while.   Sure was good. They make them in half & whole size now.  I got a half and was a generous plenty.  I came home to nap and did not get out of my apartment the rest of the day.  Mistake again.  I should have walked but I didn't.  I feel better and sleep better with exercise.  I know that, but sometime I don't listen to my own self.  I promise (again)  I will do better. 

Choir has moved to Tuesday.  Kind of messes me up.  I am like Bitsy. I like routine.  But I will adjust.  New programs start today on TV.  I am ready for something fresh and new.

On my way again.  Isn't this color pretty?
Betty Boop

SUNDAY

Sunday again.  Wonderful.  It is still warm and sunny here.  Don't know what to wear.  Hate to look like Summer.  Yet it feels very much like it.  Thankful we are out of danger of all the bad weather in other parts of the country.  I am sure my worries are nothing to compare with what those poor people are going through.

Jan is back.  Safe and sound and full of grandchildren memories.  Amy and I will go  to church and lunch with whoever comes.  Always fun.

Betty Boop
Guess you see I got rid of the underline and kept the color.

ACCIDENTAL BREAKFAST GROUP

I actually got up early and was able to make it to the early breakfast.  My it has grown since I have been unable to go because of "under the weather conditions"   We had eight, yes eight, and had to put two tables together.  It was fun and I really enjoyed everyone.  It was all people that I knew.  I hope the one pancake I had will not mess with me.  It was good and the bacon was perfect.  I left even my bed unmade to get there so I have a little housekeeping. Laundry, shampoo, the usual.  Jan will be back next week.  I have missed her but am happy she got to see all her children, even Bryan and Ashley and their new home.  Must get going.

Betty Boop

NICE LITTLE RUN

Amy and Dot had a nice little run yesterday. Although it wore me out.  I slept for an hour.  Got supplies for "happies."  Looks simple, I will make it hard I know.  My fingers and eyes fail me somewhat.  We got our wish to get ahead of the  crowd at Traceway Grill and had a plate full of wonderful veggies.  I do wish they cooked them here that way. 

My maid came today and She and Bitsy cleaned while I had breakfast and then coffee in the Bubble.  It feels good to have someone as good as Barbara clean your apartment.  Well that is all so far.  I will eat lunch with "the girls".  My, I do have it easy.

Betty Boop
I found I have color so if I can get the underline off I will be good to go !!

CVS,. H0BBY LOBBY, GOLDEN TOUCH ,LUNCH

What do these have in common.? Well they stand for our trip this morning.  Amy is taking me on an short trip to do a few things.  (in case you don't know, The Golden Touch is an alteration place.) I have been using for years.  New pants to shorten, even though they are petite length. Hobby Lobby is new and should be well stocked.  I am buying stuff for my Christmas happies.  I thought last Christmas would be my last, but I am still here.  My plan is not God's plan.  When will I learn that?  Lunch?  We never know for sure.  How can I get so excited about this kind of trip? because it is not a single Dr's visit in it.  Hooray !!!

Betty Boop

BALCONY STILL AND QUITE

So I still enjoyed the view.  I guess I was a little late getting up and about.  I missed the Aqua show.  I assume it happened.  I will be glad for day light changing time.  Fall back and get back that hour we all lost.   Maybe that will get me straightened out.  Oh yes, good news!!  I got my flu shot along with many residents here yesterday.  Another reason to enjoy living here.  I didn't  have to go anywhere but downstairs.  Many take advantage of this service.  Of course there are the diehards who insist they go to their own doctors.  Well I say " so be it."  And DANCING WITH THE STARS IS COMING BACK  along with old favorite show and some new to try.  Things are looking nowhere but up.  I went back to Choir yesterday.  It was like homecoming.  Although we see each other in the hall all summer, it was good to get back together and just sing.  Felt good.  I am still surprised at how much I enjoy and get from the experience.  And again "So Be It"

Betty Boop

SHOW OFF

No, not me.  I got to the Balcony a little late.  The sun was full on my space on the Balcony.  I sat anyway behind the post for shade.  It is pleasantly cool.  I saw a new person in the pool.  At least new to me.  Understand I can't always make out who the person is but they get familiar after a while.  One lady was really going at her exercise in the water,  I then saw a man in the other corner of pool.  He was not only jumping up and down but lifting good size weights up and down, over his head and every which a way.  I imagined he looked up and saw me watching with awe!  Maybe not. I wanted to tell him that there was a day, not to long ago that I went  to a gym and jumped like that and lifted light weights and so on. I am happy to be in the world of 90's and don't have to feel guilty about not being able to do that anymore.  He may be in his 90's for all I know.  Wonders never amaze me out here.

Betty Boop

RAINY MONDAY

Seems to be the norm now. The weather man predicts this for all week.  I tried to sit on the Balcony but the wind was blowing a fine mist and I actually got chilled.   Time for a heavy robe.  Because I hate to give up my time there.

Church was good.  Usually is. Had lunch at Char's. I had forbidden fried chicken.  Fried foods usually bother my stomach.  But not this time,  It was so good.  Of course I enjoyed Sophia and Paul and Amy.  The crowd there is noisy but interesting.  So many beautiful Black women in there Sunday best and their hats are fascinating   Music to add to the flavor.  Great experience.  I had to rest for the rest of the day. 

Betty Boop

SUNDAY SUNDAY

Going to Church.  I am lucky that my parents instilled the love of Church.  Truman and I tried to do the same for our children.  Mostly success.  The sun has come out from behind the clouds and looks good.  We may have some rain this afternoon.  That's O. K.  Now that we have the weather report, lets go to news.  Nothing exciting.  Maybe that is good news.  I will have to dig to find something.  Oh, yes, what would I do without Jimmie Dean Sausage, egg white, cheese, on a whole grain English muffin?  I don't have to cook on Sunday morning !! They are good.  Make a little coffee and pour up a glass of some kind of juice and there you have it.  Must not overdo it.  Most days it is oatmeal  the cooked kind with fresh fruit of the day.  Or egg over light. turkey bacon, whole wheat toast and sometime grits.  I believe in cooking most of the time.  I know you just love to read about the weather and my breakfast habits.  Maybe something will happen today of more interest.  Till then, see you later.

Betty Boop

GOTLOOSE

I went to the Mall yesterday with sweet daughter #3.  I have not been there lately and I loved it.  I spent an unmentionable amount of money on new cosmetics.  Nothing that I did not need--just was out of everything.  I use just enough to get by and not scare everyone.  And it takes a lot and still I look in the mirror and wonder just who that old girl is.?  We had lunch at Primos  always good.  Tried Traceway Grill and the line was out the door.  That is another popular spot for home cooking.  Of course I hit the jackpot on the sale rack.  Just ought 4 items.  Mostly I can wear them now and into the Fall.  I still have a knack for shopping for clothes at a bargain. 

I slept through breakfast with my breakfast group.  Oh well, I seem to have outgrown them any way. I saw a sky writer this morning from the Balcony.  I really think it was two because he was covering too much space to be just one.  My it was interesting.  Wish I knew more.  I tried to find out about a local one but got just so far with my research. Could not find out any local info.  Maybe someone I know can learn more about the locals.  Got too warm and had to come in.  Well off to shampoo and what ever else I can find.  I want to get started on Christmas "happies."  I have the idea but not the stuff to make them.  I miss being able to just jump in the car and just go get what I need.  I ask enough of my girls as it is.  Well as I always say,"So be it."

Betty Boop

JUST FOR ME

You know, I just realized that writing my blog is just for me.  It is o. k. if I have readers, in fact I am flattered if someone mentions they read it.  But I just have the urge to write my thoughts down.  Sort of like  talking to someone.  One of the things I have had to get used to was being without a spouse.  The cat is a poor sub for a person.  Sure she pays attention when I talk to her, but can't even smile in return.  So I write. Even then I get little response .  But that is not the reason altogether that I write.  I do appreciate hearing from  you who read. 

I am excited to  be felling better and wanting to do things again. Amy is coming to take me to Dillards to  buy makeup.  Can't fine my favorite except in Department stores.  While I am there I will look at their racks of the left over summer sales. Not much left I bet, but I do love a bargain.  I know we will find a good place for lunch.  Now that makes for a perfect day.  Daughter, shopping and lunch out.
Well I must move along.  The workers are doing a makeover of an apartment close to me and they are redoing tile and it makes for lot of noise.  They just started to work and I will be glad to get away.

Betty Boop

THE FREENZY GOES ON

I would say the hummers have gone a little crazy now.  I guess the weather has messed with them and they want to go South.  On the Balcony this morning, yes the rain stopped and let me go out, a little hummer came to inspect me up close.  So close that it actually tried to drink nectar from the flowers on my robe!!  I was so surprised that I could not move.  I could actually feel its beak through my thin summer robe.  I was thrilled to say the least to be so close to it.  It did not take long for it to know it was not real, but  we made real eye contact. Oh my. Good way to start the day.

I wonder what else the day will bring? All I have to do is look around and  something of beauty or interest will cross my path.  Maybe something only for me.

Betty Boop   

RAINY DAY

It was expected.  I don't like the trouble the storm brought to the coast but I must admit I like a day like this.  It sort of stops routine and gets your attention.  Bitsy is looking for a spot to relax away from the windows.  I think she is not afraid but just looking for a warmer cozy spot.  She is the most calm cat I ever had.  Nothing seems to upset her.  She sleeps at night at the foot of my bed.  I said I would never allow this, but I gave in.  She is so still and never disturbs me, so what will be will be. 

My report at Dr.'s went well.  No sign of trouble.  Just have to watch it. Get the feeling that it is rare and they can't guarantee anything.  Oh, well, let us move along.                 I am not sure what I will do today.  It is kind of "make soup" day, but I don't have the stuff to make it nor the desire.  Getting spoiled.  But some real homemade soup would be mighty good. Maybe if I stay real still, the urge will go away?

Betty Boop

OHWHAT A BEAUTIFUL MORNING

 On the balcony this morning  it felt so nice.  Since I came inside, the sun is peeking out.  Will be warm soon. I go to my Dr. this morning for a check up on my gum surgery.  Will hear from biopsy.  Wish me luck.
I have been enjoying B and A and their new home.  Such fun possibilities.  Lots of work, but they are up to it and I look forward to watching it all happen.

Well, I must get on the road.  Jan will be here before I know it.   I am so slow these days.

Betty Boop

FIND A SHADY SPOT

Running a little late.  Holiday you know.  Just like that means something to me.  Every day is a holiday here.  Cruise ship and all.  Hey, I had to hunt a shady spot behind a post on the Balcony.  Cool soft breeze helped.  Many thoughts this morning.  I arranged "my" hall table yesterday afternoon. I love my little racoon guys that I bought a few years ago at the closet sale.  A friend put them there because a foot was chipped on one.  I painted it black where it was chipped and he was good to go.  She comes and visits them every year.  I have acorns, pine cones, pieces of limbs, fake fall leaves and a beautiful arrangement in a green pitcher from Amy.  All looking like and waiting for the real leaves to turn and fall.  I was pleased with it.  I enjoy decorating the hall table about once a month or when the season changes. 

Labor day, always baffled me as a child.  Why celebrate work, I thought.  Getting older and wiser changes everything.  Well not everything.  Some things remain steadfast.  Thank you Lord for that.  Take memories--yes take them and cherish  them.  I know I seem to be obsessed with them.  Please pardon me but as you get older they seem more important.  I feel I must write them down.

Betty Boop

THE HUMMERS ARE HUMMING

I  have within my view 5 balconies that have one or two humming bird feeders.  They are getting ready to fly south for the winter.   My what a frenzy they are in.  Fighting for food at the feeders.  I watched them a while this morning and again wonder at  these tiny creatures.  I am also watching A.&B in there new "little farm" as she called it.  Instagram is so nice.  I just know Ashley is the right one to discover hidden treasures in the new buildings and in the house too.  I thank her for sharing her joy. 

I feel Fall in the air this morning.  What to wear is always the question this time of year.  I met a friend in  the hall and she said," I am going to wear my white pants one more day."  You know tradition dictates you not wear white shoes after Labor Day.  O well, white is always in style to me.  Old sayings are always around.  Planning on going to Church this morning.  Haven't been in two weeks.  I doubt if anyone notices at church anymore.  Most of my old friends are gone now.  But I miss it.  I am the last man (old girl) standing. Glad to be here.

Betty Boop

OUTDOOR LIVING

My outdoor living consist of my Balcony.  I also call it my outdoor living room.  Not very creative I know.  It was so nice this morning.  A cool breeze made it hard to leave, but the sun was about to take over and it was hard to fine a spot that there was shade. That is alright.  When it does get cool, even in the winter, the sun is welcome to be able to use it almost year around.  Even when it snowed, I will bundle up and sit for a while.  It is so pretty all year around.  I am happy to have a space to get outside.

Saturday and Jan & T. are on the coast visiting his sister. They enjoy that.  Now that Jan is retired, they take trips of all kind regularly.  Good for them.  Truman and I had a few good ones after he retired.  It is good to have the time to go as you please. 

Betty Boop
P.S.  I had Wheaties for breakfast.  "The breakfast of champions!"  What will it do for me ?