RUNNING LATE

 I overslept a little. Decided to pick up breakfast from Cyber (no dine-in as of a few days ago when we began to have covid in Independent Living).  Am so disappointed, as is everyone else. Decided to treat myself a little. I brought back sausage & biscuit & coffee. I then soft boiled an egg and sliced two large strawberries plus o. j. (for the pills.) Coffee goes without saying it. Have a second B.&S. in freezer for. emergences. Crafty I Am.  So the day is all mixed up so far. What else is new? You tell me. It is the last day of ole 2021, Maybe 2022 will be the turning point and although I don't think "normal" will ever be what we want, it could be better. 

BETTY {cheer up} BOOP

RAINY DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD

Let's do blue today. I kind of like a "blue" rainy day. Rain takes me back to Childhood. At one point we lived across the street from my Elementary School. Was a lot of trouble gearing up all the stuff I was required to wear in the rain. But I did. The classroom seemed kind of dark and damp, I remember. Cloakroom was full of wet stuff. Don't remember if I was trusted with an umbrella in those days or not. Probably not. I was not very trustworthy to keep up with one. But I know I was happier to be in school on those days. I remember going to the lunchroom, down in the basement of the school. The smell of hot soup waited for us. Funny the little memories you hang on to. Loved the ice cream in little cups with wooden spoons to scoop it up. I did sit on Balcony, just to hear the few rain drops  and to see MR. FLOWERPOT HAT go very carefully by, as the sidewalk is wet. Be careful. a fall can be a down hill disaster.  My greatest fear is of falling. Well the thoughts are getting dim, let's go make some new memories.

BETTY(hears to the future) BOOP 

 

CRAZY WEATHER

 Purple kind of day. Don't know why!!  The color is not very popular. Unless you are Oprah Winfrey. Or a purple sucker, or grape juice, or grapes, or wine.  Oh, my. right pretty color after all.  See I can make a Blog of very little. I just noticed my old winter robe that I am wearing is a sort of purple, wine to be exact. I am tired of these old clothes-should be thankful to have them, but a girl likes something new once in a while. It does not look as if that will happen soon. So I will find something else to think about today. I do need to shampoo my hair. And I am reading a good book. HIDDEN TREASURES By: Michelle Adams. Haven't read her before. But it is good so far. She is from the UK. So it is an interesting local.  Better be on my way and cut the "chatter"

Betty (assuming anyone reads this stuff) BOOP

SALMON CROQUETTES

Now I have your attention-have you had them lately? I got a "hankering" for them yesterday. I always think of them as a thrifty kind of dish. Kind of homemade when the cupboard was slim. Because we had it during the Great Depression I guess. Must have been cheap then. Not now however. Guess we have fished the seas to a low rate since then. My Mother made them often. Anyway as I was saying, I cooked them yesterday. You know, the old fashioned way. Mashed up, juice and all, white cracker crumbs, egg and stir into patties. Let them chill before you fry in hot oil, drain well and eat with plain old tomato ketchup. I forgot what a mess it makes. With the air vent going and a door open to the outside for air, the smell still saturated everything, even me. I wiped every surface with disinfectant, washed all  it touched, even me. I changed shirts and still it lingered. But my they tasted good. I have two patties in the freezer and it will be a while till I fry them. I do not fry much anymore and I forgot!!

BETTY (little drama) BOOP 

P.S. Although they remove the bones now, they used to leave them in-My Mother mashed them up in the mix, said the bones were good for me.

 

MIXED CLOUDS

As I look at the clouds this morning from my favorite place (Balcony), I see mixed clouds. The blue sky seems to be winning. and may chase the clouds away. Another unusually warm one for sure. MR. WHITE SHORTS just breezed by. Where is Old Man Winter.? My coffee from a new cup-from-a-friend, is good. Makes me think of all the friends I have made here. Some are just sweet memories now, but the cups live on. Each day I usually have coffee from one that was gifted to me. Speaking of breakfast (always thinking of food) I had the last of this year's blueberries from the freezer.  But I spied a small bag left over from last year. So the beat goes on. They are so good in oatmeal. Almost anything is good in oatmeal. Which reminds me-peanut butter is always good in a pinch. I am anxious to take the decorations down. Seem they get to look too cluttered and am always looking to what I can do next on the Hall Table.(you know the one  everyone sees) Feel like it should be Spring Decor. Getting ahead of myself. I saw one recently of family pictures displayed. Thought about that and discarded   the idea. Too personal. Maybe on the tier table at my door?  No still to personal.If I did that, it would be full,  I am starting to ramble. See you later,

BETTY BOOP

 

ALL IS QUIET--ALL IS CALM

The Lake is smooth,,except for a few small ducks. But here come a gaggle of noisy Canada Geese. Honking - "we are here."  TWO LADIES came by,  Kind of busy, walking off all that pecan pie. Our Christmas dinner was the best. Every dish was perfect. Much conversation about where the old dishes came from. Was it my Mothers' or was it mine? Maybe nobody really knew. Anyway like many of you, the traditions are what we mostly have on these special occasions . Some brave the new and that is good. I thought that sitting in the middle of the long dinning table  would be good. I could not hear well from either side. Hated that. I had to bow out early as I got very tired .I am revived today and am just basking in the memories. I do that well. 

BETTY (have a good day) BOOP

P.S. How many ways can you make turkey dressing? Or is it stuffing? Answer:  As  many cooks as there are in the world. !!!

GOT TO BE VISITORS

I saw 2 joggers go by. Got to be somebody has company. No one joggs here!!. Christmas of course. They are visiting and are excited to have a beautiful Lake to run around. Lunch at J's was good. She makes good bean soup. Her Mother taught her the proper way to make pimento cheese too. Other sandwich options were presented. I hesitate to tell you about the cocoons (little wonderful cookies) because I chanced one. Sugar level was within range last night. Whew!!  It was soooooo good. But to be with my family was the best. My "Boys" gave me gifts. I felt like a humble old Queen.  How can they be so sweet to me? I am truly blessed. We talked about many things at the table. Just being glad to be together. I am looking forward to another day today. CHRISTMAS DAY. 2021. Can the date be true? Time does march on and takes us along with it. Right?

BETTY (so be it) BOOP

50 DEREES CAN BE CHILLY

Especially with a little wind. Jets are taking off, leaving streams. Someone is off to see somebody. The BRAVE DUO breezed by. They are very faithful. My coffee tasted good as I watched them as they rushed home to their coffee. A couple of creative residents planned a drive around in their golf cart with speakers playing Christmas Carols yesterday. Pausing on the way in front of Balcony's for us to sing-along. Clever? Yes and fun too. We try. I am going to J & T's for lunch. Daughter  # 3 and husband will be here. Soup and sandwich sounds good too.

Well, must get going and shampoo the old hair and try to pull it together. Am grateful I can go.

BETTY(try to get-around) BOOP 

 

34 degrees & frosty

I know because HERE I SIT. The sunrise was a beauty. Wish I had a sweater the same color as sunrise. I was inspired, even though cold, to sit out here. Birds came, I hurried to break crackers for their breakfast Mine was good. I accidently dumped too much cinnamon in the oatmeal. so, it was a pretty shade of brown, tasted good. Bananas have been in short supply, but one small one was good too. I had a teaspoon of honey on toast.We get honey from THE BOUTWELL HONEY FARM,in Canton.  The couple have been coming here every 3 or 4 months a year selling their honey.She gave a program for us a couple of years ago. It is an interesting operation and they are very much into it.I just bought some of this years supply and it is very mild and good.I only have a bit now and then.

Well I need to do laundry today. Chores are regular aren't they?

BETTY (my chores are small now) Boop  
  

34 KNOW WHERE I AM?

Not a hard guess. On the inside looking out of course. I like the cold, but weather says don't get used to it. I have been reading A's blog about the trip to the coast. What a fun little trip. Also, have discovered a new author. Well he is not new-just to me. RICHARD OSMAN. lives in London. Am reading the second in a mystery series. Full of humor. Such a good writer. Hope to find the first one too. It takes place in a very posh retirement village. (Like SCV). A. posted a picture of my Mother's grandchildren, mine and Jack's children, wearing shirts she gave them for Christmas one year.She made me one too.  I still have mine and since I have lost weight, I can still wear it. Although, I do not wear it,(too old and fragile) I treasure it.

BETTY (Can't find my way out of MEMORY LANE)BOOP  

 

41 and damp !!!

The count-down is on for little kids. Big kids too I guess. I don't seem to get into the spirit. I have tried a few things to help, like attending several events that have been wonderful, and making and getting thoughtful gifts and greetings from loved ones, but I am still waiting for the true feeling to come. I always think of my Mother who passed during Christmas season and I feel a loss again. Of course many loved ones are here only in spirit and I miss them too. As they say, gone but not forgotten. Memories are stronger during the Christmas Season. My family is so important to me. Hope and plan to be with part of them on Christmas Day. Then the "spirit" will be there I am sure.

BETTY (forgive me) BOOP

35 degrees--just peeking out

Can't take it, even if I dress for it. Christmas weather is promised to be very mild. We will have to take whatever!!

My Christmas coffee mug this morning has a cute "fat" Santa dancing around in red, blue, & green snowflakes.?? I thought snow was white. But he looks happy about it. I had a THICK & FLUFFY waffle for breakfast, sugar free syrup, turkey bacon, strawberries on top and coffee in Santa cup. Don't mind if I have my second cup inside, I can look out and see the Lake. Not much to see. No Geese or Ducks, and no walkers. But still beautiful. I am so happy with my view. Three of my favorite girls are on a road trip to the Gulf Coast. Shopping at WALTER ANDERSON's gallery for a print for one of the girls. Have you ever been there. ? I went to the Shearwater Pottery once. Bought a small vase. Only one I could afford at the time. But the paintings were something to see. HAPPY SHOPPING.

BETTY (really do miss shopping) BOOP 

 

 

  

 

 

44 and windy

I stuck my head out and pulled it back fast. No balcony for me. In fact A. and I have called off Church too! We are concerned about getting around new people.     HO! HO! HO! is dancing around the cup in pretty colors, Long ago some sweet person gave it to me. Sorry, can't remember who. Maybe I will have lunch in dinning room today.  Will see.

BETTY (GO WITH THE FLOW TODAY)BOOP

P.S. On second thought, I will fix my own lunch and call it a day.

 DOT

 

67 DEGREES

 Promise of a little cooler. Would be nice. Can't control the weather. I am afraid memories of cold at Christmas are just that-- "memories." All over it has really changed. I did not ever live in a house with a fireplace till Truman and I had one on Riverwood. Enjoyed it a lot. Long way from the old space heaters of my past. Freeze if you left your spot right in front of it. I remember my Mother holding up my clothes to the heater to get them warm as I dressed. My, I remember being cold. So many layers on that it was uncomfortable to walk. We walked to most of our places ==like School and Church and even to visit. Thought nothing of it. At night we usually turned off heater and piled on blankets and quilts in bed. That was cold too, before you got warmed up. Oh, well, things change. 

I had my "Ham & Eggs" in apartment. Bought a slice of ham in Cyber yesterday. It is enough for 3 servings. Nice thick slices. Scrambled egg and toast with a couple strawberries, o. J. & coffee in a Christmas mug with a different Santa on it. I make my own entertainment.  SO BE IT!!!

BETTY (make your own) BOOP 

BALCONY TALK

Does not feel like Christmas out here. Strange weather or is it really climate change in high gear? It is real for sure. What can I do? Not much. MR. I CAN STILL WALK IN SHORTS came by in a hurry. Of course that is the best way to walk to get the most from it. I try to walk faster in the HALL but I realize I am slowing to a pokey pace. I am getting so much good feedback from people I gave Angels to. Something about an Angel that people like. I have my small collection of Angels at my door entrance. All arranged on my old Duncan Phyfe Teir Table, that was so "must to" have" when we bought our first furniture for our first house. Amy still has the sofa and grand- daughter has the dinning room stuff. All of the  1950's when things were different in furniture. I bet some still have it and love it. I put it all to a good use in it's early days and enjoyed having such nice things. But alas the old den furniture is perfect now. 

BETTY (down the lane) BOOP  

CYBER

 Yes, The Cyber.  Like getting to go out to eat. Not as much as usual & you would think that is what I always do. But dinning here always and also fixing my own at times, is just not "eating out." But that is how I look at the Cyber.  A little Cafe'-- sort of.  Eggs over light are perfect, although I can cook them the same, they are different when someone else cooks them and serves them with a smile.  Worth getting up and getting dressed for the day and strolling on down.  The only time I can get real bacon!!  And their coffee is the best. Anyway that is what I made the effort to do this morning. First and only one there at 7:30. Kind of nice, and a treat. On the way I loaded the washer and will go take care of that soon. So I am just going along with my favorite saying--"going with the flow." Where will it take me today?

BETTY(only God knows)BOOP

CHRISTMAS MUGS

I had coffee from one of my Christmas mugs. I have a few I have received from friends here. This morning it was from a dear friend who I don't get to see anymore. She took it from her "good stuff". That made it special. It is tall and with Santa dancing all around it. Breakfast was good. My oatmeal had blueberies. I had a fresh orange, reminds me of my Christmas stocking with an orange in the toe. My stocking was not at all fancy as they are now. Just my old knee sock and they looked more like a man's sock than a child's. But it held a lot. Hard candy, nuts, we did not often have. Maybe a small useful toy, like a hair ribbon or a pair of gloves. Can't really remember much about that. Time marches on--sometime for the better.

BETTY (go with the flow) BOOP  

SPRINGTIME AGAIN

I have such a sweet neighbor.  Mary gave me a new coffee mug, filled with coco mix and apple cider mix.  What is so cute is the mug.  On it is a sassy, cute picture of a very sophisticated young lady.  Reminded me, though I was never very sophisticated I was once kind of "sassy."  I still am at times.  I know I will enjoy my coffee from it and think of her.  Speaking of mugs, I have a small collection of Christmas ones that I have been gifted over the years since I have been here.  Most from old friends who have passed but I still remember them with love.  I got them down from the shelf and will use a different one each day till Christmas, but the "sassy" one will be used often.  Old friends and new ones remind me of the Girl Scout song--MAKE NEW FRIENDS,  BUT KEEP THE OLD--ONE IS SILVER --THE OTHER GOLD.

BETTY (old memories are gold) BOOP

 

36 degrees and lucky old sun shinning.

Oh how the birds love crackers.  Especially when insects are hard to find.  They had a convention on my balcony this morning.  Over one small pack of crackers.  What joy for them and me to watch.  Church was good yesterday.  Wish I could have gone in the afternoon with A & another A to hear our Choir blend with Wells Methodist Church's Choir in concert.  Will hear about it from those who attended.  Not much to tell.  SO BE IT.

BETTY {waiting} BOOP

34 DEGREES--NOW I AM OFFICIALLY CRAZY

I seem to have an obsession -- the balcony.  Can't seem to start the day without it.  Even though I shiver and sigh, I still brave it for just maybe 10 minutes.  Almost as if I have anything to do with it-the day does not go right till I breathe the fresh air.  Sometime I mean real "fresh"."  Birds were happy with white crackers, the only kind I could bring from the Cyber.  Wheat is better to me, but they don't seem to mind the white.  I am preparing to go to Church with daughter #3.  Be happy to be with her this morning.  It is nice to have a couple of sausage biscuits in freezer.  Cyber made.  I had one with a soft boiled egg for breakfast.  Rounded out with 50% o. j. .,strawberrirs, and coffee.  Good to go for a while.  Well, off we go, to enjoy the Christmas Season, of beautiful old and new songs and to hear the Pastor talk of Christmas, and to see people with welcoming smiles.  Old and new.  That is what it is all about.

BETTY BOOP

MERRY CHRISTMAS

P.S. I saw a special last night I enjoyed.  A newly made WALTON CHRISTMAS.  All new actors, who did a good job with being the old ones that I always loved. I loved that program for many seasons.  

Dot 

NO GEESE-JUST DUCKS AND RAIN

The Balcony being wet with much needed rain, I opted for the BUBBLE with second cup-o-joe.  After breakfast in Cyber (sans pancake). I needed to look out over the Lake.  I love the Cyprus Trees, any time of the year.  Now they are shedding needles, all rust on the ground.  Pretty sight to see. Did you know there is a walk from the Natchez Trace to view the Cyprus trees there? As I look at the several around our Lake I am glad for them.  Their grey and knobby roots reach their fingers into the water.  No walkers as it is raining. Hey, I got the hair cut yesterday.  Little old short, grey, "man" am I.  Again, got my money's worth.  Will last a while. 

Well, what else for the day?  I hurry to see, always something to see, people to talk to, some just get a smile.  

BETTY (trying to smile a lot) BOOP

RED LETTER DAY

For me. I am getting a haircut!! Need it. Haircuts went up 2 dollars since my last cut. So what else is new? It is worth it, since all I have to do is call and makes an appointment (easy to do) and jump behind my little stroller and waltz on down to sweet ladies who are nice to me and treat me like they are so glad to see me.  Hey, I will take it where I can get it.  My little Angels are causing a small bit of thanks.  One lady, that I have never sent a present to, has been especially thankful.  Thanked me twice and said it sits on the top of her tree.  Glad they give a little pleasure. The Balcony was wet from rain, but I found a dry spot and sat for a while.  The Canada Geese were restless. Flying up and over the Lake. Small ducks held their spot, and the Geese just fussed at them. Finally in a flurry they huffed off. Many sparrows are atop the cross and holding their space. My little few friends came and dined on RITZ CRACKERS.

BETTY(have a Ritzy day)BOOP

P. S. Must tell you-MR. RAM-ROD-STRAIGHT just breezed by, wearing a red jacket for Christmas!!!!   

NOT TOO BAD

The clouds were pretty this morning.  Makes me wish , again. that I could paint.  But then, who could capture the beauty?  I saw a jet cut through the clouds, leaving its vapor behind.  Someone is off  to somewhere.  I like it here.  My fast and sturdy couple  just hurried by.  Much going on here.  First Baptist Senior Choir from Madison, sang for us.  So beautiful.  Made me miss our SCV Choir that I sang in for a few years.  My voice is gone, even if they ever start it up again, I probably will have to just listen. Always wanted to know how we sounded!!  All my Angels are gone to their homes and so far, well welcomed.  I miss them, and I thinking, maybe I will make a few to just "play with." No, I guess not. Also bought honey from the Honey Couple, from Canton.  They have been coming ever since I came here.  I had about a teaspoon on my Rye toast and it tasted so fresh and good.  Well enough of this chatter.  Reminds of the doll-of-the 50"s--CHATTY CATHY?  Remember her?"Think she drove everyone crazy with her chatter. Also brings back my Christmas dolls.  I did love them.  They were dressed in new clothes and stayed pretty till I loved them too much. I  think my Mother loved giving them to me.  

BETTY (driving you crazy with my chatter) BOOP     

44 degrees did not take long on Balcony

Little nippy but one brave soul came rushing by--what is the hurry?  Oh, yes coffee is waiting. Feels like Winter this morning. but just wait a day or two and we will be back to Summer or at least Fall.  That's Mississippi for you. I do love it. My sweet Indiana great-grands sent me the most beautiful handmade ,by them, Christmas cards.  I was cheered and delighted. Some of my little Angels have found their way down the Halls to friends.  I have more to deliver.  I know I keep talking about them, but I have gotten so much pleasure from making them and giving them away. It is a blessing to give.  Give something today.

Even and especially kind words and Christmas smiles.  That is what I try to do.

BETTY BOOP  

42 AND WINDY, WHO IS THAT CRAZY OLD LADY ON BALCONY?

Now, who sits there in the cold?  Someone who would fall asleep in her chair and miss the first 15 minutes of MICHAEL BUBLE'S CHRISTMAS SPECIAL.  Now if that does not "take the cake" !!!!.  Yes I have talked about it and looked forward to it since I heard it was coming. Got all set and too comfortable I guess and it came on at almost my bedtime.  Sleep snuck up and took over and I woke 15 minutes late.  I thought, what I saw of it, was very good.  He is such a talented man.  Full of energy and looks so happy. He has other people to share in his talent, but not too much, that you don't miss him.  Sure enjoyed what I saw. Oh well, I did do well at the Dentist yesterday.  Amid a thunder storm, she worked away to give me a good cleaning.  My E-Rays showed 

Nothing to worry about and I am good for another 6 months. So, I guess for now, ALL IS WELL.

BETTY (REALLY HATE TO MISS ANYTHING) BOOP
  

RAINY MONDAY

 I usually like rainy Monday's.  But today I don't. Just a leftover memory from childhood, of going to dentist.  I now brush with an electric tooth brush, 3-4 times a day and don't eat sweets. But I still worry about cavities and other problems.  You know the ones that come from "old age."  When a Doctor starts every conversation with "Mrs, Ellis, as we get older" you know the routine,  

I talked to # 1 daughter yesterday.  That little "BUDDY" of a dog is sure giving pleasure to them and he is a LUCKY DOG.  

BETTY (wish me LUCK) BOOP

SO NICE ON BALCONY

Enjoy this weather.  We will soon be wishing for days like this one.  I am planning to go to Church with A. this morning. Will find the Spirit there.   Decorations and music.  What could be better?  Angel presents all finished.  Angels are crowned and waiting in bags.  Must wait till a little later to deliver.  Hard to wait.  Oh, I must check to see when MICHAEL BUBLE' has his Christmas special on TV.  Don't want to miss him.  I had to have a Maintenance man come and get my TV back on.  I hit a wrong button and it would not change channels.  I am such a "dummy" when it comes to these matters. Thank goodness these people here are very forgiving and will fix anything, big or small.  I think no TV is a big thing.  He was kind and showed me what to do if I did that again. {just hope I remember.}  TV is company when you need it.  Well off to Church and after, we will drop by and visit Truman with a bunch of red roses (artificial of course) but beautiful when A. arranges them.  Then whatever happens next?   Will wait to see. i already know what tomorrow will bring--trip to Dentist for my 6 months check  up.  My how time does fly.

BETTY BOOP

 

BETTY (looking ahead) BOOP

    

BAD THIS MORNING

Yes, I confess---Cyber Pancake for breakfast.  Sometime you have to chance it.  Mine was a little on the saucer size!!  Even I could not finish it.  Maybe because I had scrambled egg and bacon also?  We will see if it was worth it soon.  J. came yesterday bringing groceries.  It seems all I do is eat.  I do have a healthy (?) apatite. Leads me to overdo it sometimes.  

Well today is THE BIG DAY. The day I put the finishing part on my Angels.  The crowns are ready, all shinny and waiting.  Some are gold, some are silver.  That means nothing (just what I had to work with.)  Can't wait to put them in pretty red and white bags on a bed of tissue paper and tied with ribbon.  But I will wait till closer to Christmas to deliver.  Hope they don't fly away before then.  

BETTY (being silly again) BOOP

DADDY WARBUCKS!!!

Did you see Harry Connick Jr, in ANNIE?  It was live in a musical.  I enjoyed the music and dancing.  Those kids who performed were so good. Of course he is so talented in many directions, I think a lot of him.  I read a lot of good things about him.  I had a full day, with Resident meeting that lasted so long, A. and Ed. came to confirm what I expected-the printer did not accept my new lap-top.  So out with the old, yet still seems good to me.  Time marches on and out went the printer.  I can do without you anyway.  Balcony was pleasant and refreshing, walkers paradise for sure. Another big event today, am trying to decide if I want to tackle another. Too much fun to have, am not programed for it all. I need to finish my Angels, as A. brought the needed ribbon and bags to transport them in. Hey, oatmeal was good, blueberries & strawberries made it even better. Well, must go now and on with the day. Need to make a correction before I go.  I quoted the Irish saying like this "Let that hare lie." It is really is--"Let That Hare Stay"  Not that it matters or anyone noticed.  Maybe if you are Irish? 

BETTY (get it right) BOOP

ANOTHER BEAUTY

Ballet Magnificat!!! My it was beautiful and what a start to the Christmas season.  Over 40 beautiful young ladies and two young men performed to perfection in our activity room yesterday.  Nice crowd cheered them on.  It is so good to see dedicated young Christian men and women doing something they love.  They told the Christmas story in dance.  So beautifully told that I was very touched.  The reading of scripture read by one beautiful dancer was inspiring and she shared her faith with us at the end.  It was so different from all the bad news we hear each day.  It gave me Hope for the future, and the old, old, story was new again.

On a more mundane note, I saw a new walker.  I will call him--MR. MY HEAD WILL BE THERE BEFORE THE REST OF ME,  He was walking fast, like he could not get there fast enough, so he had his head out there before the body.  Kind of funny.  He did take time to look up and he kept looking as if he wasn't sure of what he was seeing.  I started to wave, but thought better of it.  As the Irish say,  "Let that hare lie"   meaning don't go there.  Good choice?

BETTY (up to no good)  BOOP     

RED LETTER DAY

Got an early Christmas present from "me".  A beautiful, fast. and easy lap-top.!!!  Many thanks to all who made it happen.  It is so fast and efficient and it even said Good Morning Dot when I checked the weather. 44 and nice, by the way on the Balcony.  The Chinese Tallow tree is almost naked this morning.  I did enjoy it this year.  The small Ducks gave the Canada Geese room to pass.  All were polite and quiet.  Frost has turned the Meadow brown and is sleeping for the winter.  No walkers this early.  Even the balcony birds have not appeared yet.  But toast crumbs await them.  

I must correct something.  I told you about hearing a good special on MPB.  Had the name wrong.  It is the world -famous  Andrea Bocellis.  I can really mess up sometime.  So far, I have not been impressed with the other Christmas specials I have seen.  But today here we have a treat.  I know you all know about the local BALLET MAGNIFICAT !!  Well they are performing here today.  I have seen them many times and have a connection to the creators.  Can't wait to see what they can do on our little stage. How about that?  Many other treats are in store for us, we are blessed with caring people who work hard for our VILLAGE.  This has been a too long blog, sorry.

BETTY (too chatty) BOOP