WHAT ELSE IS NEW? O. K. the beat goes on. I am trying to stay on track. sometime it is hard, even though I do try. The sprinklers were on this morning. You would think we had plenty of rain. But once a system is in place--it is good to go. So plug in the system and let us go.
BETTY(keep up) BOOP
It will soon be too warm to sit on the Balcony at all. My we are having a heat wave. I hope it will be better at the Beach. The fun part is going on. Got out the long yellow, legal pad and started the LIST. Always head of list is PILLS. Don't forget the pills. I remember one camping trip with Irene and Cecil. Don't remember where we were going, but we got as far as Greenville and Cecil remembered that he forgot his meds. We were with other campers and one took him home, while we all waited to get his pills. I have always put the pills at the top of list. Other "must takes" are next. My list of don't forgets has grown through the years. But getting ready for trips is usually the fun part. Just thinking of what you need, reminds you of what to expect and that is the fun part.
Do you know that banana and strawberry's perk up oatmeal. Yes. So does an English muffin. I found two in the freezer. Nice surprise with turkey bacon. Round it out with O. J. and coffee and you have a feast for the Queens.
BETTY (get back to the list) BOOP
p.s. guess I do need a few other things.
O. K. for now. But wait till that sun gets higher and it will be too hot to handle. Yesterday was a scorcher. I stepped out on Balcony and then right back in. Glad for the AC. I have much to think about. Going to Beach is a big job. I am such a "baby" with so many needs, I know I am getting tiresome to readers. So I will try to just shut up and do it.
I arranged the Hall table yesterday, with the Beach theme. Everyone who passed as I was working wanted to go with us to the Beach. I put the large picture of Truman walking on the Gulf Shore Beach. Whitney gave it to me a long time ago. It is a treasure, and it hangs on the wall of my apartment. I look at it every day and remember the years we have all enjoyed going together. That was always the reason behind it for him and he loved the time we spent there as a big family. It was the way he grew up and he wanted it for our family too.
MEMORIES were made that are in my MEMORY BANK. Let us make some more.
BETTY (they are worth the trouble) BOOP
Every town has one. I see the same one come each morning. He looks for crackers , all the time chirping his song. "Hurry, breakfast is ready." I mean he really sings with his mouth full. In swings his mate and they hurry to stuff as much as possible before the crowd comes. I am afraid I am attracting small biting ants too. I caught one biting it's way up my foot. I had on slippers, so he had made his way through the slipper before he took a bite of me. I jerked it off, shook the slipper and scratched the tiny bite. My they are small to bite so big. Maybe I will have to stick to the rules of don't feed the wildlife. Of course bird feeders are o. k. I love looking at them. My scene will be different soon, Gulls and whatever lives on the Beach. Yes, I am preparing to go with Family to Beach week. It will be a few short of several members, but we will survive. Getting ready is a big part. It takes so much for me. I am back to being a baby I guess, with all the stuff it takes. The equipment is sort of different, but must be packed and not forget the PILLS.!!!!
BETTY (I am so needy) BOOP
p. s, Thank the Lord for plenty of help.
Do you ever over do? I am the worst at it. Give me a little strength and awaaaay I go. I had 3 BIG boxes from Amazon to unpack. Sure I could do that. Not so hard for most. But if you are still protecting a shoulder and just got out of therapy to do that--well it is stupid to tug and tug to break the seals and lift out contents and stack them. But STUPID did just that. I did realize I could not do it all at one time, and stopped for the day. Saving some for tomorrow. But I should have waited for help. Anyway, it got the best of me and I used all that wonderful strength I so covet, Strength for the day is my daily prayer, but I took some from the next day too soon. This whole stroke thing is hard to understand. Is it that or the shoulder the problem. I am either stupid or hardheaded. Which? Well today is another day and maybe I can finish the job. Hard to explain the weakness I feel at times.
BETTY (always something to learn) BOOP
p. s. be still
Must hit it early to enjoy the breeze and low temps. There was no breeze but it was a pretty sight With the Willow and Cyprus Trees reflecting on the calm lake, and with a back drop of the green Meadow, it lifted my spirits. What a beautiful place to live. Always loved the lake on Riverwood too. But that is a memory I will keep,
Did you know it is NATIONAL PINK DAY? We have been urged to wear pink. I only have one item that is pink. An old summer blouse that will have to do. Many look forward to June. That is National Candy month. On June 7, there will be a JAM of
grown up kids, gathering in the front hall waiting for candy treats. It is funny to watch. Good for them, wish I could grab a Snicker bar. Remember them?
BETTY BOOP
Walkers, I see none. Perfect to walk. Where is Mr. Flower Pot hat? I saw a couple in the pool. Working up an apatite for breakfast. Mine was good with out working it up. Oatmeal taste good with the best strawberries. Now I am wanting peaches.
Yesterday was another Red Letter Day. I graduated with honors from Therapy School. University really. I met and worked with dedicated, smart people. They got the best from me (finally). Up to me to follow the exercises they gave me and I will try my best to hang on to what I still have. Wish me luck and prayers. The gym is State of the Art and has family connection to someone in my family. It is a beautiful facility.
BETTY (proud of myself) BOOP
p. s. bragging again
I had loads of company yesterday, beautiful girls,, A dear sweet friend from the past. And both girls who live here also. My daughter's Highschool friend and she was also a neighbor. They remembered things I did not even know about. What fun that they have such good memories. We had a good time. Not only memories, but she sent flowers too. Those days are gone, but not to memories. THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES. I was tired, happy..
BETTY BOOP
p. s. stay in touch !!!!!
This is your life. Was that the name of a TV program? A name of a Book? A smart persons quote? Maybe mine? Each day seems to bring something new. Some good and some not so good. I wish I could feel stronger. I am tired of weakness. It sure is getting old, not to do some things very well anymore. I guess I am a hard nut to crack, so it is said. It is my problem to always want to be in charge. I used to be so proud to say, yes I am 96 and still sort of in charge. But. it turns out I am not in charge anymore and really never was. So Be It. So life gets interesting.
Waffles with blueberries is a safe subject, Hey. I can still cook a "killer" of a breakfast. Now that is something to brag about. Right?
BETTY(always bragging) BOOP
p. s. somebody has to do it !!!!
Somehow, I have stumbled on a way to write. My computer has somehow reverted to old program and I am lost. Someone let me know (if I can be reached) if I am getting through. So many little things have gone wrong lately, and daily, that I am lost for sure. See if this comes through please.
Betty Booo
Change the subject from the weather and Trump. Go back to 1930's when little girls played with paper dolls. The local newspaper published a comic strip called "Boots and her Buddies (I think.) Printed her as a paper doll and you cut it out after pasting her on cardboard. Color blonde and pretty. Then everyday they printed clothes to color and cut out. I think it was everyday. I can't remember for sure. Does anyone of my era remember anything about it? I remember so clearly, but I sometime let my imagination run wild. I loved paper dolls as much as real dolls. Just thought about them this morning. Pleasant memories do help.
BETTY (can't get the big print to work right BOOP
p.s. what else is new?
The Closet Sale is a tradition here. Two or three time a year we clean out our closets and donate to SCV. It is put on and run by residents to raise money for Christmas gift to our dedicated workers here for their service to us. We are not allowed to give any kind of money or gifts to them, so this was set up to show our thanks and love at Christmas. The amount is according to the length of their service each year. We have many smart residents who established it long ago. I am glad to give also a sum to it. Fun and a lot of work goes on. SCV is special because of our many things our residents do to help it be the special place it is. I used to do a lot . but can't anymore. But I am glad to live here. I am just sitting back and trying to enjoy it all.
BETTY(there comes a time for me) BOOP
p. s. not easy to do so little.
What does Monday remind you of? School? Work week? THERAPY FOR ME. So Be It. I really don't mind too much. That State of the Art place is a wonder. Something new all the time. So what will today be? Soon see. Just two more sessions, I hope.
I have enjoyed the cute little egg poaching cups from daughter #2. Perfect every time and such a little clean up. Had one this morning. Bacon. wholewheat toast, coffee and strawberries and of course O.J. for the pills. Coffee on Balcony was pleasant, but no walkers yet. I am in a hurry. The rabbit and I do not like to be late.
BETTY (always on time) BOOP
p.. s usually early.
storm last evening. What a noise and wind, It toppled my fern off the table and made a little mess. I heard small hail at one time. Over fast. thank goodness. The rain was welcomed as everything looks fresh this morning. I had waffles with strawberries this morning. Regular Sunday morning breakfast. Not much prep, except I am out of turkey bacon. Can do without that when the strawberries distract me.
Not much to tell. Reading is still tiresome because of the stroke I guess. My eyes get tired and the words are a little blurred, so I don't get to read as much. Got two good books going and it is frustrating. Eyes are o. k. according to eye Dr. Better than usual--go figure. I have started to giving up trying to figure it out. The human body is complicated. Too many facts enter into the mix. I just give up and say--So Be IT
BETTY (but I really want to know) BOOP
p. s. oh what a beautiful morning !!!
I should be used to this up and down/ Getting kind of dizzy. Went to what I thought was my last OT but found I had two move approved visits. My power to be said I needed to go the whole time. So I have two more visits next week. O boy, I should have known better than to get my hopes up too high. So another week and maybe I will be on to just exercise on my own. I can do that, when I know it will help. This old Patch, Patch, Patch is getting old. Am I worth it? Guess so, the chances are being presented-so I guess I will try.
How about this Summer Time. As old "Willie" sings" Summer time, and the living is easy." So, take it easy and try to enjoy.
BETTY Geese are taking it easy, no babies to take care of. BOOP
I received from J & A sacks of surprises. Strawberries, peaches. lady peas, homemade soup, Gumbo, chili, I must have forgotten something because there seemed to be no end to it Oh yes, watermelon too. What a nice surprise. Showers of blessings. Thank you so much.
Love, MOM
Got a name for this little beauty. She rolls so smooth and silent. No clicking or hesitation. Doing her job. Making me feel safe again. Had a hard time getting her, but It was worth the wait. Do you remember the many games we played as children. Most did not require fancy equipment, just imagination? Not there is a thing wrong with the new. I am not apposed to good old progress. I am just saying--do you remember the outside games we played in the evenings as we hated to give the day up and go inside? RED ROVER was one that I did not do well. Too small to keep up I guess. Big kids (they were always bigger than me) could run faster and push me over. Jump rope was more my style. And hopscotch too. I thought of RED ROVER this morning as I passed my new rollator. So shinny and red. So I said "Good Morning" RED ROVER, and it seemed to fit just right. So RED ROVER she is. We will rove together in the halls and look grand.
I have my last PT today. I passed the test yesterday and have achieved so much. I still will build on what I learned with taking the exercise class I used to take a few years ago and follow the exercise sheet they will give me. It is up to me now--I will do it !!!!!
BETTY (be my cheering squad) BOOP
p. s. all about "ME"
RED LETTER DAY because I finally got my new rollator. We went through a lot to get it. Makes no sense what Medicare wants, but you have to bow down and do it. Anyway I had no choice of the color, I don't really care about that. just give me one that works. Well it is red and very pretty too. So here I go. Want to help me give it a name? We had a big plan and it finally worked. A. took me to Dr. for my eye appointment. Went very well as he was pleased with new meds. We met Jan at Sal & Phil"s for lunch. They lost our order and we finally got lunch about an hour late.Amy went home=Jan took me to pick up new red rollator. It went very well, but went straight to bed and slept till 3 o"clock. My what a day, but all is well and I am on the way to therapy this morning. Will that ever end? Yes. it will finally and we will really have a RED LETTER DAY AGAIN.
BETTY (RED IS MY FAVORITE NOW) BOOP
p. s. used to be blue
iI am glad glad it is 0t day and not pt. It is easy. More relaxing. I need that. I get so uptight and off center in my thinking. I imagine too much. Being off weekends is not good. But here I go again. Perk up "old girl" an the end will come soon.
A. brought me the last Gamache book. I have really enjoyed them. Louise Penny is a wonderful writer. She takes you to great places and gets your mind really working. That is a good read!!!Well. I must get on the road again and try, try, try to get better.
BETTY BOOP
Ever tried it? Once in a while we have it for a treat. I have always felt guilty eating those cute little birds. I got curious about their origin. I knew they were a cross between two birds, but which ones. Read and enjoy, because I will not take up the space and time to tell. Good little read from Mr. Google. Anyway, I have one in my fridge for lunch. I know it will be tender and good. I saw the mother and father of one little baby CANADA GOOSE walking the edge of Lake this morning. Only one left of the am sure of a large nest. It will survive because it it about half grown and too big for harm to come to it (I hope.) Imagine loosing almost your whole nest and the time spent by Mother on the nest and then one left. I know nature can be cruel but it is the way it is. But I wonder if the Mother duck mourns the loss? Sun is warming things up fast, so I came inside to write to you.
Glad for Saturday and weekend--NO THERAPY.!!!!
BETTY ( stay with me) BOOP
p. s. something interesting will come.
Daughter # 3 came bringing everything on my list. Oh, do I depend on her. She is a good shopper and it is, in a way exciting to unpack the groceries, although I know everything on the list before I start. I have missed shopping, even for groceries. It is a challenge, they tell me now because so many things are not there anymore and we have to try new things. Also the cost is staggering. But, we are still blessed to have what we need. We had a nice visit, on the Balcony. Soon it will be too hot, but for now, it is so nice. Enjoyed it all.
Well, off this morning to OT. That one is not as challenging, but still helpful.
BETTY (always a new exercise to keep me interested) BOOP
p. s. come watch me.
