Well. here again. Breakfast here is good. Anything you can think of. I had poached egg, sausage, grapefruit toast an coffee. The food is good and you don' t have to prepare it. They aretty are very helpful. I can only write a short time because I get frustrated with mistakes. Please ignore the ones I miss. I will get better. This "thing" I am living through is hard and I do but hope and trust. Meanwhile. I will Hope and Trust.
Betty Boop
Really a bad patch. Never had anything to go so bad with my BELLLY I just hate that I am having to much trouble to those I love. I loving caregivers are doing a wonderful job of caring for me. Thank you everyone. Must stop--one is pushing me to let move a little. And drink a little more. O. K. I will try.
BETTY (under the weather) BOOP
Well, we hope. Then we will have a new subject to complain about. I really don't think it will be me. I love Fall and then a mild Winter. I have put in that order. I am ready for a change in my old clothes how about you? I know some (personally) who prefers the cool weather. She gets so hot. According to Martha Stewart, bulky sweaters will be the thing to have. When did she get to be an expert on the Fashion world? Turns out I have one old bulky sweater. What goes around, comes around. Hold on to it all?
This talk of fashions is making me tired. See you later, I must dig deeper in the Cedar Chest.
BETTY (just kidding) BOOP
CHILLER--An important part of this giant Air system we have here. Part was ordered a while ago. Part came and an all day without air was upon us. I still had Amy's fan and I was thankful. Time passed and they had trouble installing it. I could have predicted that. Still out at bedtime. I went to bed, scantly clothed under the fan. Sometime during the early hours it came back on. I reached for cover and slept well. The had brought in a extra generator and are working still. Ohhhhh!!! guess what. I have just realized it is working Still more to do. They say. I do feel sorry for all the night workers and their dedication to help us all. I hope to get fixed soon. I am used to set backs and things not going well, but today I will stay calm and hope for the best. Don't you like to hear other peoples troubles? Takes you mind off yourself?
BETTY BOOP
Felt good about Dr. visit yesterday. He said I am doing very good. Report to various problems are good. He was very pleased with the results. So I guess it is just the old doubtful person that I am. I will try to do better. Numbers don't lie I guess. The day was a joy, as I got to go to the farm and veg, stand my girls have been talking about. It was beautiful there. So homey and welcoming. They dragged a big rocking chair for me and the breeze was wonderful. They even had a friendly Dog to welcome people. While Jan shopped, I could JUST sit and rock, I had to get up and hold on to the stands and get up close to pick okra, tomatoes, corn, and much more. Oh squash too. The country side was nice. Too bad it is filling up fast with new "stuff", Progress????
So, my day went well and I slept 10 hours and am having a slow time getting started, but the laundry is stacking up so I will hurry on.
We had breakfast between lab work and visit to talk to Dr, PRIMOS is close and good. The grits was "were" the best I ever had. What a fine treat!!!!
The farm is called FAGAN FARMS The owners live in their home near the stand. Happy couple, still young (sort of).
BETTY (so went my good day") BOOP
So nice to see that strange sun hat again. I do not know the fellow who wears it, and haven't seen him up close, so it has added to the mystery and therefore my interest. He is a good walker. Nice day to walk, but most here are not early risers I think. Younger people have to get on with there day and so they walk early. MY folks do that.
Must go to the foot Dr. today to have my regular toe clipping. Can you imagine having to pay for that?? There are reasons and I will not go into them now.
I had grapefruit at breakfast. Nice surprise. So good. And another (though not a first) peanut butter in my oatmeal. Also good. Try it sometime when you are feeling SILLY.
BETTY(looking for something new) BOOP
Yes like a beautiful painting. The view from the Balcony was peaceful, until the sort of heavy guy sauntered by in his white shorts and blue t shirt. Flip flops too. Looked out of place compared to the rest of the scene. Well, that is what the walk is for and he was really enjoying it, good !! The air seemed fresh and cool. I wanted to stay a while. I call it "getting getting a subject to write about". Sometime I just "feel" what I want to say. Change of seasons do that to me. I feel a little afraid or unsettled, although it is just a change.
I do like October. The month my second was born. I had a few miles under my belt and felt ready for another little girl to add to the first. She was and has always been a Joy and a challenge. Smart and thoughtful and always a help to me.
Yes, I do know what month it still is. Just always looking ahead,
BETTY BOOP
O. K. I will watch most anything. This one little one little bird came to check it out. He grabbed a piece of toast crumbs and ate fast, watching all the while. Finished with no one bothering him and took another crumb and flew away, I think to his mate, who was a lazy girl still in bed. (nest). Now that was a sweet mate to remember her. Everyone needs a mate like that. Right?? Well excuse me, for my imagination. Makes life interesting instead everything around me is about politics.
I will be glad to get it over and done with, so we can get on with the outcome. Whatever it will be.
BETTY (so be it) BOOP
And a Good Morning to you. I thought of the song I have on a CD. I CAN SEE CLEARLY NOW. By Anne Murray. I must crank up my CD player and enjoy it again. We really should see clearly now that everything should be clean from all the rain. What a blessing. I sat on the Balcony with my second cup of coffee. It was pleasant for sure. I have been dropping toast crumbs in the corner of balcony. They (a few) check each morning. Hummers are still claiming their spot and I can't open the doors to the Bird Cafe yet.
Friday and what will happen today. Let's go and see. The only thing on my agenda is to get out the electric pencil sharpener and get sharp. I have pencils everywhere. Truman brought this one home one day. He loved "supplies". Today would have been his birthday. Sept 13. Tomorrow is Ivey's. Happy Birthday pretty girl.
BETTY BOOP
p.s.
I felt it was my duty to watch both. I did switch now and then. I could not help but watch the debate the most. I concluded that I don't know why anyone can want to try to do the job they both want so bad. What a thing to want. Who did you think won the debate? Really don't know. I will have to wait and see and so will you.!!
Now the weather is on my mind. Me without batteries for the flashlight. And I don't know what else. I think the Lord is angry with the world. Such sin and violence. Yet so much forgiveness too. Forgive us Lord and bring us back to a more better time.
BETTY (hang on) BOOP
as I close, the sun came out. good sign, thank you.
I have to think that is true. My Choir yesterday was a disaster for me. Still can't take it. My chair was close to the piano and Shirly plays with great force. I could hardly stand the noise my hearing aid was picking up. An hour of hard work took a toll on my nerves. Oh, how beautiful the music was that she picked. Some hard and took for me to strain and try to think. I was a wreck when the hour was done. I don't plan to give up, but I am tempted. We will see. Maybe this is the year to just listen and enjoy.
So, I slept fitfully and dreamed a lot. And good old friend "oatmeal" with blueberries and strawberries (the last of them) made it go down very good. I put my toast crumbs out for this one bird who comes looking each morning. Ready to start up his breakfast. I will look forward to some seed and the bird feeder being my next project. Can you imagine anything more fun?
I mixed up one last hummer food, I think.) Can't let them fly away hungry for the big flight ahead.
BETTY (must feed something)
Sun is shinning, 61 degrees from the Balcony. Nice to be a little chilly. Perfect for walking, But no walkers. Where are the lazy souls? Wish I could still walk for exercise outside. Big day for me, I hope. I am expecting to start Choir practice this afternoon. Hope the crowd is big. Christmas music will start and I am sure a little oldies for fun. I hope this old MESSED-UP voice will blend in. I had hopes it would be better with meds, but I don't understand why it is still not up to par yet. Guess I will join the Men's section and sing like a man.
Ham and eggs this morning, but not in Carolina. Just on my little gateleg table overlooking the Pool and golf Tee. Not a bad view at all.
BETTY (Truman loved his Golf) BOOP
I guess the Claritin is sort of working. It makes me sleep a lot, I went to sleep at 9 last ight and woke at 8 that is a long sleep. Of course little quick trips to bathroom during the night don't count since I hardly open my eyes and go back to sleep instantly. Oh well, I guess I need the sleep. I was happy to find a sausage biscuit in freezer. No cooking. With soft boiled egg and O. J. ,and a couple of strawberries, you have a quick meal.
I seem to mess the set up of the color and the whole thing, during the second paragraph. Oh, well, please don't grade me, I just don't know what happens. This is better anyway,
BETTY BOOP (could be the Claritin)
Do you know the feeling when those close to you have been away a while and then they are home? Mothers live with that feeling. My "travelers are home and I can breath a little easy again. Don't get me wrong, I don't regret them going, I am glad they do, because I used to go also.
I have been thinking a little about Fall clothes. The colors are interesting. One is an oldie. Sort of wine, but not a strong stand out. I can't describe it. I remember a suit I had when I worked that was close to that' color. Just thinking. We sure have changed a lot in a short time. Change can be good.
BETTY (meandering) BOOP
i love this space where I can make gramma mistakes, tell little "white" lies, dream a lot, express myself, tell secrets, confess a little, keep secrets too. BP
Long time no see. I was so happy that I wanted to feel it--so I put on the long robe and flip-flops and just adjusted the balcony chairs till I was not really siting in the rain. Felt like Gene Kelly in SINGING IN THE RAIN. No kidding, I came close to singing. It has slowed to a drizzle, but more to come, so they say. Those pretty little weather girls will not have wavey locks today. More of a "bun" will have to do.
I know what I can do today. Tackle the washing. It is a joy to wash when it rains. Because I remember the days when I did not have a dryer and wet diapers to dry. I wished in those days we could afford Diaper Service. Yes there was such a thing. then. Now--just throw aways. My we have made a lot of progress for young Mothers. Also. I think of making "soup" when it rains. But not today. I get to "sashay" on down the hall to the Cyber or Dinning room and say "soup." please. and "one of each kind."
BETTY (lucky me" BOOP
Gone are the green fields? Another song popped into this old head. Well not so fast. The green will be here a while. But the breeze is cool and t shat is "cool." Play on words. Being funny so early is not easy. I do get ahead of myself. Scrambled egg with grated Pepper Jack cheese perked me up. A little while on the Balcony helps too. No people yet. Like the world is my own and not messed up yet by me. Coffee is good. I have adjusted back to Kroger's mild breakfast blend. I am not picky about my coffee. I appreciate Trader Joes but Kroger will do. run out
I have been putting off and avoiding my basket of dirty clothes. My laundry basket is Old. I bought it years ago at the Canyon Flea Market from an old black man who made baskets. So it has a history. Like me. I never thought I would reach 97 years on this earth. Now I am reaching for 98 and beyond.
Not like a real Fall, just a touch. Gives you hope for cooler days. Makes me go way back to my early school days. New supplies. The smell of crayons, paste, and what we call a satchel bag to carry things in. I would play with them till they did not look new anymore. Oh, yes, do you remember a big fat pencil in the 1st grade. Suppose to help little short small hands to hold it steady? Oh, my the things I remember. But best. I remember new dresses. Girls did not wear pants in those days. Thankfully now, pants is all we wear. Old "biddies" and everyone in between.
But J. C. Penny. then on Capitol Street, had big promotions of School clothes. So some of us showed up with dresses just alike, But my favorite one is the two bricks that my thoughtful teacher brought in to put on the floor beneath my little feet. so they could rest on them and not swing in the air all day. Little Dot was grateful. I have learned over the years to accept being small and most of the time not noticed at all.
BETTY (memories, how they linger) BOOP
I loved the pictures from Dolphin Island. As many times I have been to the Gulf coast, I have never been there. Bet it is beautiful and different. Bring me a shell from the beach. Eat good food, sleep a lot, laugh a lot and enjoy each other's stories and come back refreshed and safe!! What more can I say. I love you all.
Betty Boop
I guess it is the CLAIRTIN. I slept 10 hours last night. I guess I needed it, as we say. Too much sleep is making me slow, rather than quick and lively. So here I sit trying to write. By the way I just noticed I have my gown on wrong side out. Glad I don't worry about you seeing me. Ups, I told you, so now you have a picture in your mind. Of this tattered little old lady, who loves to write, sitting in her turned in side out night gown, struggling to see straight, just pecking away as if there is no one looking. Now who is Cyber World, if no one is looking? I guess it is the meds talking?
BETTY BOOP
p. s. I am fine, just trying to be funny, and can't be this morning.
Yes, a nice day in the Neighborhood. (Mr. ROGERS). Sun is shinning. Don't need my sweater as he does. I enjoyed company yesterday. The group was not as many as expected but the ones here were a delightful change from my day to day friends. I do have a-plenty. I try to be a friend to everyone. Yesterday we looked at new pictures of new baby. Time marches on. We dredged up old memories and we will make more. Keep your memories in the Memory Bank and check them out from time to time and don't forget to deposit them back for future. They will grow to be more valuable as time goes on. I have one and I even drew a picture of it. It is real to me.
Enough now.
BETTY (thinks she is a "writer" BOOP
Green is the grass. Looks lovely, and the mowers will be out. What an amazing invention Especially here where we have the amazing Meadow. Some call it a Field. Meadow sounds better to me. (I read a lot of books where the surroundings are important.)Of course sometime the Field fits it better. O. K. writing lesson is over. What do I know? Not much.
J. brought me fruit. We share our love for fresh fruit and she is good at picking something good. A lovely. Nectarine, a cousin to the Peach, without the fuzz , have eaten them before and they taste similar to a Peach. You see that I eat well.
My flowers are fading. I work at finding a few for the room and Hall. They have had a strange growing time. I manage to find a few and use creative ways of using them. Keeps my mind nimble. What does that mean: NIMBLE -alert, quick witted, moving quickly and lightly, Hey !! THAT DESCRIBES ME (I wish).
BETTY BOOP (another silly one)
When I have a "good "DAY" I don't know when to stop and rest. I do too much and overdo. I guess I did that yesterday. I don't know, maybe I need to stop trying to figure me out and "go with the flow." What else can I do?
All my family is gearing up for one last fun trip. I will try to be good while they relax and catch up. They deserve a vacation.
BETTY (I and do that) BOOP
I am glad for the computer. My hand writing is not so good. I enjoyed Church yesterday. The Rev Ricky James, Chaplain at Millsaps College was with us. He has been with us before and I already knew him. He had a sermon from the book of James. He inspired me to reread it and study it. It is full of good advice and do I need that? Who doesn't ?
I am hoping I will be able to join the Choir when we start over for the season. Christmas music is the best. I will try. I think I will try to dry this stuff up before I go. Something over the counter will help, I hope. Tell me if you have tried something that works and does not make me sleepy. Please.
BETTY (need help) BOOP
I am hoping I am going to write and not make a mess. I am so very tired of "little" troubles. It does keep me busy. My it was hot on Balcony. Almost did not enjoy it. But what would I do without it? I would be unhappy for sure. It makes me feel like I am outside but not quite. My family is all excited about their trips for Labor Day and one for the island off the Gulf coast. All of this I will observe through picks on the computer. Oh, yes there is a camping trip in the mix too. I have always known it would happen. Can't go to any of it anymore. But I am not too sad--I have had my time and it has been full and fun. Not sad at all.
Had a sausage biscuit for breakfast. Now that makes me happy.
BETTY(I will look for the sunshine in my life) BOOP
Hot on Balcony. I would be happy to do almost anything for a down pour. I would be willing to dance in my "night gown on the Balcony if it would bring rain< but I do not know the Rain Dance. I would. Could not stand it even for a few minutes. That coffee got hotter, rather than cool enough to drink. I am not sure this post is going through. I can't get my mail. I am not sure what is wrong. Some things work--some don't. Need an expert to check it. I am lost and missing something I need. My Computer!!!!!
BETTY (answer me if you can) BOOP
I sat on the Balcony for a while. Getting hot again. Nothing going on, so here I am. I woke up from a terrible dream, not worth telling. And of course I had Blood Pressure spike when I took a reading. I have worked it down to normal, so here I go again. I also have a visit to my Dr, coming up. Will burden him with it. That is what he is for. Such an understanding man. I like him.
My Hummers did not go away after all. They are back and fighting over that sweet drink they are so fond of. Energy to them. Will watch the "drama" from the glass door. Safer that way.
BETTY (have a good day) BOOP
Just perfect. Though I am sad. I think the Hummers have left for the season. I have not seen a single one this morning. I have been expecting it, because they have been feeding like crazy for a day or too and fighting for a place at the table. That is what they do. Long trip ahead, See you next season. God speed your journey,
Nice and pleasant on Balcony. I have cleaned out some spent flowers and thinking how pretty they once were. September is a good month to me. I like the time of change to a feeling of closing in. Tired old summer clothes and something new. I have nothing new to wear, but I can put on a new attitude. I had a big let down yesterday. A dear friend is very ill and I cried for her. And prayed too. Always.
BETTY BOOP.
Beautiful words to a Mom. I heard them yesterday from my Dentist. I tease him because he has the name of a famous Mississippi author that we have, and you all know him. I like him a lot. A. and I met MG after the visit at Sal & Mookies (spell) for a slice and a salad. Try it. It is good and a good lunch. Good conversation too.
One more check up is close. Annual physical . I will be glad to get that one behind me and hope to tell a lot to the Dr. I hope he doesn't get tired of me. I am one of these patients who is very involved in my progress. I want to be the best I can be.
My the weather is great, I see Fall-my favorite. I remember we took a Fall trip one time to be able to see the turning of the beautiful leaves. Motorhome is the way to go for that. By that time he had our big Motor Home. So much fun with Irene and Cecil. Here I go "Down Memory Lane." Come with me.
BETTY BOOP
B
I will not try to explain Blue Moon. I saw the full moon last night and I was amazed at how beautiful it is. Take a look if you can. I have a good view. Another cool morning lifts the spirits. And I enjoyed it a while. Wish I could walk like that man I saw this morning. He seemed happy to be alive and well enough to walk.
I had a little set back last night and got scared and called Jan to come. I have not had an high blood pressure read in a while, and it scared me. With being calm and with the BP meds working, it finally came to normal again. I will never understand it. I do everything I know to do that is right but still have a spike now and then. Feeling O. K. this morning so far. Dentist tomorrow. I don't get worried about that anymore. I will be glad to go. O. K. that is the news for today. Think about me and wish me well (in more ways than one.
BETTY BOOP
How wonderful. Don't expect it to last, but enjoy this false Fall weather as we get it. I had "chilly bumps" and it felt good. Oh, these old sayings. I wonder if that one is Southern ? Probably. I used to take offense with people laughing at Southern wording. But not anymore. I am proud to be what I am. As a whole, I think we Southerners are much more congenial and accepting of others. The ones I know are.
Enough of that!!! My flowers are fading, what will I do? I have a few little brave ones hanging on. I will miss real flowers, no matter how few I have had. You should see my Hall Table. CATS, CATS, Cats. I have had some nice comments. I like the display so far. Jan is bringing me a couple more Don't want to do too much and make it "tacky". Another Southern saying. My Dictionary says "tacky" means hillbilly, shabby, and of all things inelegant did not know that was a word, or poor taste, SO BE IT.
BETTY (guess I am "tacky" ) BOOP
Little breeze brought a few out. I enjoyed seeing a couple, each holding a leash with happy Cocker's pulling them along. I imagine it has been too hot for the dogs to do a real walk lately. The were very happy.
As I did my Hall table in a do-over I had memories. The theme is "CATS". I did one in the past and hope it can be enjoyed again. As I sat the funny cat in the little black chair, I remembered where I got it. For a while after Truman retired we went to South Texas with friends and members of our Good Sam camping club. Beautiful place on the edge of a Mexican town at the crossing. We spent a good part of the Winter months there. Of course Flea Markets were everywhere. I bought this crazy looking cat dressed in pajamas with a cat head and paws and a body of the doll. Love him. He sits in the chair for the display. Brought back memories of retirement and happy times. We were in Brownsville right by the border that we walked over the bridge into Mexico. Of course it is closed now. I am sure the people are suffering the closer. Glad for the memories of happier times.
BETTY (build a Memory Bank for yourself)BOOP
I could not stay long on the Balcony. Must be 100 degrees right now. I filled the Humming bird feeder so they will have a cool drink. I am feeding 3 now. One is small so I think it is a family. Who knows, they all are thirsty.
Jan and Tommy came yesterday with lunch and business to tend to. What a session. My feeble brain (damaged as it is) can hardly take in just so much. I feel at ease now. I must say they are very patient with me and help me to understand so much. Enough said about that. I think I will rest my body and brain for today and stay cool. Oh yes, I hear Bryan and Ashley are real Texans now, Learning the two-step and all.. Hats too I hope for the Birthday Man..I Know it was Happy.
BETTY Truman and I tried the 2 step when we spent a few Winters as Winter Texans, as we were called, We liked Texas in the Winter. BOOP
No, not mine, though they are not pretty anymore, I mean the beautiful Cyprus trees around the Lake edge. You know they like their toes (roots) in the water. Lack of rain has the water getting low, so their "knees" are showing all around the Lake. Oh, let it rain so they wont be embarrased to show their knees.
I do need it. May get charged extra for this mess on my head. Worth it !! Under the weather for so long that I just did not even care. But today is the day. Also something to think about and look forward to--Choir practice starts next month. Christmas is coming. I have belonged to the Choir 13 years now. Is it time to close the doors and the fun and sit in the bigger group and just enjoy the programs? Yes, and I did enjoy my "run".
All my cereal bowls are in the dishwasher waiting their turn, so I ate oatmeal from a large coffee cup. What fun. And grapes cut up in it. How unusual for me. Pepper Jack cheese melted on my toast for a little fat. (I call it). So breakfast was a little twisted and good.
BETTY(sort of crazy this morning)Boop
I am talking serious. That little scruffy one no one wants, but you like? You think he is looking at you when he smiles, but he is gazing at that tall beauty standing behind you. Oh, how it hurts when he bops you on the head and calls you "squirt" or something equally insulting . But at least you were noticed. But when the "real one came along, much later, It is a feeling to remember. My first real love was the Preachers son, he was in the Navy. He came home on leave all grown up and wise he thought. He found I was the same and did not grow up like he did. We wanted different things, so that ended. Along came the "real" one for me and the rest is History.
We had a real storm yesterday, Change the subject, Never heard such thunder. It caught me off guard and my chair pads got soaking wet on the balcony. I am drying them out till I can get new ones. This time water proof.
BETTY *REMINISING " this morning. BOOP
I tried to chose the color of coffee. Pretty close with cream, as I like it. Coffee from L & J is gone and I am back to Kroger. Pretty good. I guess I am not too "picky".
I heard two Cicadas singing to each other. One in the Pines and one from the front of building. Sounds lonely. I guess the heat and lack of rain has affected the mass of them we usually hear. It always reminds me of my school days a long time ago.
That reminds me of my breakfast, I get around to that usually. BLUEBERRIES. I have the best ones now. I remember wild ones long ago. They are grown commercially now and are very different. But blackberries were very good as we picked them wild. Plumbs too were picked wild and jelly was good. Truman had 2 or 3 Blueberry bushes on Riverwood. He had fun fighting the Blue Jays for his crop. They loved them. He covered the bushes with netting and one would always fight him every morning as he went out early to pick the ripe ones. It was a race for the Gold. He managed to have them on oatmeal a few times. I made a cobbler or two. Did not know sugar was bad for us both.
My little Blog is simple, and boring, but it is what it is---mine.
BETTY (have always ben that way)
You would think I had already learned this lesson. I slept pretty good and long, I guess I "needed it". Celebrated with an old favorite I had almost forgotten. My version of French Toast. Very good when everything goes right. You know me, I can mess it up sometime. Brought out a beautiful large white egg. A saucer that I knew was too small. But I felt lucky and daring this morning. The egg came out of the fridge and on to the counter and "PLOP" it slipped through my fingers and landed on the floor. Now clean up a broken egg at seven in the morning and balance not so good. is a challenge. I have major trouble bending over. But with few paper towels, and some wet, I got it cleaned up and sat down a while. Determined to have that French Toast, I tried it again. Lesson learned and brought that egg to a beautiful completion. With sugar=free everything it was good. (and I learned a lesson too. Be careful, eggs have a mind of their own and are determined to break too soon.
BETTY (little lessons make life easy) BOOP
I should know better than to get my hopes up for hearing better in Church or any crowd. The volume is great but the background is not. I have talked to many others with the same problem. I guess that should tell me something. It is a problem that can't be fixed. I am so let down. I realize that I still have much to be thankful for. Many came to me after Church to tell me they were glad I could be there and they missed me. It was the first time I had Communion brought to me in my pew. I am not sure enough to go down. Another thing to give up. But just to go and be in the company of many friends was worth it.
My it is great on the Balcony. But the sun is up and shinning., so it will get hot again. I grabbed my somewhat sharp cutters and started to give those tall Zinnias a good haircut. They are about gone anyhow and looked so ready to give up. Watered them good and hope they feel better.
Monday, Monday, time to get going, have little mundane things I should do. Help me.
BETTY (always asking for help) BOOP
ps Where is my pride?
I know it sounds like a big thing and it is to me. I am going to my church, BROADMEADOW) this morning with Amy. I have not been up to is for several Sundays in a row. Hope the people still know me. I am not is perfect shape, but I never will be again I guess. I was brought up to go to Church on Sunday, and it is instilled in me, thanks to Mother & Daddy who did the same. That is not the only reason I go. I get peace and strength and a sense of belonging.
Amy was happy I could go. What a beautiful, somewhat cool morning. I am wishing for Fall to hurry and come. Think everyone will feel better.
BETTY (little things can be big things) BOOP
My can is almost used up. I had fun with it. I made a flower holder from the can for fun. It looks so cute and pleased me. Lot of interest in the product now. Have you noticed. If you can find a WW11 vet, ask him about it.
How about the change of the weather? So nice that I had trouble coming inside. Hold on, the Summer is not over yet. I am having a little desire to write again. A project I have thought of a lot in the pass. I want to write it by hand, but my hands will not let me write long and very well anyway. My dream may not come true, but I can think about it. Nothing spectacular but my dream.
BETTY(cost nothing to dream) BOOP
p.s. Love the Song DREAM, DREAM, DREAM. bet you don't know that one?
Funny how I am seeing Spam adds a lot. I did not start them did I? Some look good. But I find it is too much fat and salt for me. So I probably will not use it much. Still have a little left. Good way to feed a family. I forgot to look at the weather report this morning. But I don't need to look to tell it is a bit cooler. A breeze helps too. Just a teaser of my favorite time of the year. Fall always picks me up. Come on Fall. I need a pick up.
What shall I do today? My maid is coming this afternoon. Great!!!! Clean house again. I have been staying in so much lately, that I really need her. I don't make too much of a mess, but it all needs cleaning.
I have two books going, I have been happy to read with ease now with the new reading glasses. They make a big difference. I am pleased with them. Reading good books can really pass a lot of time. I have so few things I can still do and reading is a good one.
BETTY (Queen of Spam) BOOP
I slept a lot yesterday. Next outing will certainly be one I have to do. This heat did take a tole on me. Even though it did me good to be with my girls. Do you remember I kept wanting to try Spam and see if it still taste and looked the same? I bought one and kept it a while on the shelf. Many things to read about it and ways to cook and eat it. Finally I brought it out and made a stir fry with peas and rice. Learned to make the cut up pieces a little larger. Heated it too long and it shrunk to small pieces. Too much salt for sure although I added none. It was eatable but barely. Next I made a sandwich (plenty of mustard) with a slice. That was better. Next I browned a slice with my egg. You know--ham and eggs? Still too salty. What to do with the rest? In a salad maybe. But this seems like fun. I washed the container and made a holder for the few little Zinnias. Cute as can be and a story to tell.
BETTY(very smart) BOOP
p.s. make something from nothing,
What a hot day. Getting in buildings and walking a bit in the sun, really wiped me out. I enjoyed lunch with MG and A at MG's most favorite place. They make the best Quiche I have eaten yet. I ate it all, even the crust and believe me it was a generous slice. M,G. tempted me with the French Onion soup too. I ate too much and my BS went up. I was so tired at I:oo that my nap lasted till almost 4 o'clock. I think I had too much heat and sun also. I have not had such a nap. I am alright this morning, so I survived. Tough old girl I guess. I promise I will behave next time I get loose.
BETTY (should know better) BOOP
I am all set to go and Amy called and said they were re- working their appointments and changed ours till Monday. All Dressed Up and Nowhere To Go? No that' s O. K. we will find someplace to go. M.G. is coming with us and we will eat Lunch for fun and go to have my new glasses adjusted. We were planning to do that too today. So Be It. I always have something to "fix". It will give us another Lunch Date. Ladies just love Lunch Dates. And it gives me a Blog subject.
BETTY(now where shall we dine?) Boop
p. s. so many choices.
Had a troubled night. I kept getting cold. I finally put another layer of blanket on. Got warm and then of course overslept a bit. I guess she needed it, as we say. Anytime I do a lot brain work, It punishes me by not wanting to turn off at bedtime, J. & Mr. T. do so much for me and we had lost a little time during their vacation, so things stack up a little. I like to keep them informed even though some is really not needed, I am very careful to let them know what is going on. So here we are. I decided it was too warm to enjoy the Balcony this morning. Running a little late, the sun got there first.
Anyone who sees a can of Spam on my shelf raises an eyebrow. Does it look good to you on TV? I just had to RETRY it. I will have to let you know what of the many things I will do with it. In your eggs? On a sandwich? salad, stir fry, on and on. Can't wait.
BETTY (draw the line --Spam in Pie) BOOP
pps. unless you call Quiche Lorraine pie!!
THE SHARING OF FOOD IS A BIG SOUTHERN THING I THINK. WHEN SOMEONE IS SICK OR HAS OTHER TROUBLES IN FAMILY. FOOD IS THOUGHT OF AS SOMETHING WE CAN DO. i WAS PLEASED WHEN I READ DAUGHTER'S BLOG WHERE SHE PREPARED FOR A FRIEND WHO NEEDED HELP. I LEARNED IT FROM MY MOTHER AND SHE FROM HERS I AM SURE. NO MATTER WHAT IT IS, IT SAYS I LOVE YOU AND AM SORRY FOR YOUR TROUBLES. MY OTHER DAUTHERS ARE JUST AS GIVING. PROUD OF THEM TOO.
BETTY (Saturday always seems special) BOOP
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I really need a job. The Blog is not enough. I could not dirty it up. I don't know how to talk "dirty" anyway. So I will avoid the whole subject and stick to what I do know. But I can't seem to look to see what "he" says each day. And nor "her" too. How do they stand talking like they do? As the old folks used to say --and it is true ,Politics--"they dirty". I now understand. But I find myself looking to see each morning to see what HE called her and how she responded, if at all.
So Blueberries in oatmeal is very good.
BETTY (write what I do know.) BOOP
# 2 and other half are safely home from a wonderful trip with their kids. Thank you Lord for a safe trip. Journey's are wonderful, but beware of let-downs. You left an ordinary world with work and problems. They await you patiently and welcome you home. But think about it. That is one reason you took a get-away. Now you are refreshed and ready to tackle anything. Right? Just kidding, you had a good time and Welcome Back.
My it is HOT. Think I should stay right here and stay cool.
BETTY (travel days have come to a glorious end. SO BE IT.)
BETTY (your friendly travel guide) BOOP
The Zinnias that I have came from a pack of seeds that some one threw away in the trash. Healthy and tall, too tall. One has a bloom that is almost Red and the Hummers {two} will not give it up. It is amusing how they try over and over. Maybe they are getting nectar from a common Zinnia. They do look good to eat.
They remind me of "ME". Over and over I try to make something out of nothing. Do you ever do this? Human nature to want to know we are right and try to make it so. So we try and try sometime.
BETTY (just trying) BOOP
I feel as if I have been there too. The pictures are wonderful. You all should be refreshed and full of memories. The kids are real "troopers", how about the grownups ? Here, the terrain is the same, flat and hot. That is alright, I have my memories of those National Parks, they are wonderful. The kids will be ready for school when they get back, with lots to share. Better go and start my day. I know it will bring new memories. We have a mild Covid outbreak here. I am not getting up and close to anybody and trying to stay out of crowds as much as I can. Don't want that stuff to get me.
BETTY (it has been mild so I am glad for that) BOOP
I saw a bird I have never seen before. Looked lost. A very graceful bird with legs a little longer but body average. It looked at me as if to say, "Where are the seeds?" I told it that to come back this Fall and find a bounty of food. He flew off !!!!! You know I talk to the Birds don't you. (Miss. Doolittle.)
I am happy this morning, I had enough flowers to make a second vase. Not big ones but one on each side of my Living room. It does not take much to make me happy.
BETTY (flower girl) BOOP
I was an only child till 12 years old. So, I loved my cousins that were my age. I bet Leo is enjoying his this week. They will love listening to all his talk. He knows so much to tell. But to spend this time together is "priceless". Making Memories. I am all for that.
I saw only one walker. A little too warm and muggy for most. For me too. I drank my coffee and inspected my flower garden and saw a few buds to open. Keep an eye on them and before "they" know it they will be looking from my little "Peaches" vase and giving me pleasure inside. Well, here I go looking from the inside too.
BETTY BOOP
Blueberries make the oatmeal go down nice. I love them both-oatmeal & Blueberries, I have declared before. I added a "NEWBE" to the mix. Not the mix but to the list. I made a Diabetic Cinnamon Toast. Made with sugar free sugar and wholewheat toasted bread and "real" butter. I use the real butter, because it taste good and I use such a little that I justify it that way. It seems I am in need of some new subjects. All I talk about is my ailments, sugar free food, and what malady will grab me next. SO BE IT.
BETTY ( please don't stop reading) BOOP
How do you define Southern Cornbread? Is it with sugar or not? I think it is with sugar. But I do not put sugar in it. So what do I call it ? I call mine the best. I do not have my little baby skillet anymore, the best one, so I can't really make it like I used to, Iron is the best. The Dinning room calls theirs Southern, it has sugar, I don't like it with sugar, Old time cooks did not use sugar. Oh well, I brought muffins from Dinning Room and will eat it with my peas and okra Amy brought, today. I cooked them yesterday. It sounds like I have a war with /sugar, I do, Being a diabetic. I fight it all the time. I find if I am really selective and eat a small amount of something with sugar, I can get away with it. It makes makes me "sweeter" too.
BETTY (sweetly be) BOOP
Green is for veggies and A. came bringing sacks of them. I will cook the peas and okra today. Sounds good? I love the Summer veggies. Did not like them much as a child, but I sure do now. I would love come corn too. That is me-- always wishing for more in the Summer time. Now I want cornbread. Dinning room brand is not as good as I make.
I am still loving my little "trash" flowers. I walk in my garden each morning and cut the new ones and replace any that are "drooping" in my small vase that says "peaches" 0n it. I manage to get a beautiful little arrangement that makes me smile when I look at it. (often).
BETTY (playing house again) BOOP
Take your pick. I have had both on oatmeal. both are delish!! I guess I have tried most fruits. But I bet I had something not many have tried. PEANUT BUTTER.!!!!! A tablespoon makes it go down surprisingly good. Oh, Me, ( am out of subjects. I saw my neighbor, who is a happy fisherman, on the other side of Lake, fishing with hope. He catches many large ones and gets his picture on the Bragging Rights board very often. I think he must have been chasing a big one, because he would run from spot to the other and cast his line. Hope he catches a big one. Would make his day.
Monday is usually Choir practice day, but we are off till September when we start Christmas program practice. I hope to make one more Christmas with the Choir. The music is so beautiful.
BETTY (I am always wishing) BOOP
Can't get enough of those "beauties." Several States claim theirs is the best. All are good. I had a whole one cut up on cereal this morning. My. it made old TOTAL special. However you eat them they are great. Even out of hand with the juice running down your chin and arms. I have one more in my fruit bowl. I like backup resources.
No walkers yet. After all Sunday is a slow day and a time for rest too. Think I will do just that. I do a lot of resting lately. Forced for sure. I got to thinking about our big old motor home and wished to be, as old Willie would sing---"ON THE ROAD AGAIN" I could sing a very poor version of that song. Who cared? I would sing as we left old Riverwood and head for someplace different, in the old days. But always glad to get home. No place like it.
BETTY(world traveler)BOOP
Rain seemed to dance around SCV and move on, but at last we got some. Need more but am grateful for what we got. Cool on Balcony with a cup of Trader Joe" s coffee. Opened the last of 3 bags she gave me. It is good coffee. Wish we had a TRADER's here. While I drank a cup, I saw a man walking with the walking sticks we have that look like hiking sticks or snow climbing ones. Don't know what to call them. We have had them for our use a while. I remember when they provided them for our use, they were checked out a lot. But they stand in a corner and are not used much, but this man was enjoying them and they seemed to be helping him move along fast. Oh the things we see when we sit on Balcony. Be careful, you may end up in my Blog.
BETTY (some know who Betty Boop is) BOOP
Ignore the spelling of jiggidy jig; I see my spell check check is protesting. I am known far and wide for my terrible spelling Learning shorthand in high school really erased any trace of a good speller, forgive me. Any way, I am glad my youngest is home from a little get-away. We all need one , once in a while. My traveling days are over and I did a lot of it. I am happy for it all.
I am picking one or two zinnias a day, so keeping a nice little vase going. They are hardy flowers.
Oat meal with bananas was good. Bananas make it better. We at SCV missed that rain yesterday, hope we have another chance today. Someone left a beautiful tomato at my door. Don't know who, but thank you. I have been wanting one. I want a plain sandwich. Sounds good?
BETTY love a ripe tomato BOOP
All was still for my time on the Balcony. Nobody was around yet. Little bit early. As I was about to give up out of the Pine Thicket right down in front of me, slowly emerged a young Doe. Could this be? I have never seen one this close to the building. I know they are in the woods next door and in a patch on the other side of Lake. The Night watchmen see them all the time. Hurry home pretty one, before you are missed. I think she got caught on the wrong side of town last night.
Will it ever rain again? My I am tired of watering and wish a rain would blow my way and water these hungry pots.
BETTY(wait and see) BOOP
p. s. I mean the beautiful Doe I saw trying to get home before the family misses her.!!!!
Jan came today. She has offered to change my sheets for me and although I can still do it--it is a challenge and she wanted to help. She does so many things that are helpful. She came and brought a few groceries today. Since it was lunch time and the Cyber is full as usual. That bothers me a lot. The noise and distraction are upsetting. so I had picked up lunch for me and it was so much, I offered to share it with her. We had very good Pepper steak, rice with peas and carrots, squash with onions and a garden salad. A piece of sugar-free RUSSEL STOVER Chocolate. I think that was the best part of lunch, unless it was the best to share with my sweet daughter. Don't get to entertain any more and I enjoyed it. Have to settle today and be good.
BETTY BOOP
You never know what will happen. I guess that is good. I ripped the sheets off and hope for help to replace with clean sheets later. A little warm on Balcony so I did not stay long. We really need some rain. I will not even tell what breakfast was . Always good. Love breakfast. Wonder what the "girls on the coast are having?" Something exotic I bet. Maybe they will just sleep through till lunch time.
Poems keep romping through my head. They will not stop long enough to write them down. Therefore I have to let them go. They were good ones too. Ha Ha. Maybe it is the new glasses. I really like the reading ones. I am happily reading my books now and don't get tired eyes like before. Now that is the Big Blessing for now.
BETTY (showers of blessings) BOOP
p.s. remember that old old hymn?
Much loved by many kids. Mine loved it. And a few others. I thought of his books as I ate plump blueberries in my oatmeal this morning, many thoughts for blogs are born at breakfast. We had 3 blueberry bushes on Riverwood. Truman would pick them early before the Blue Jays could get them. He would covered the bush (3) with netting. The Jays would sometime find a way to get under and have breakfast before we did Anyway a real writer would not be so wordie, but I am just a writer for fun and telling you my thoughts. Anyway his books were a source of much pleasure. In our early lean days, I made sure we owned a few. Yes they were mostly LITTLE GOLDEN BOOKS (25 cents in the early days) one each week on grocery trip days, when I pushed little sweet Amy in the cart. Later the Library was our pleasure to visit. Ah, down Memory Lane to check out a book and read it, and take it back.
BETTY simple memories)BOOP
but sweet ones. and the big girls liked the candy I always brought to them !!!!
Sounds like my weather people. Anyway, I thought of Truman's Papa --- George Whitfield Ellis. THE UNCLOUDED DAY was one of his favorite Hymns. I thought of him as a very good man and he helped Truman 's mother instill values in Truman's life that were lifelong. He was a very good man too. The country side and near a small town was indeed a good place for a boy to grow up. Hard at times, but good training for life. Little country Church was named Ellis Church. Methodist and was built by his ancestors. I am convinced that a background like he grew up in was very positive and right.
BETTY BOOP
p. s. think I will look up the song and read it again
Purple for grapes and dark red for cherries (almost purple). I have been enjoying those beauties. Worth the seeds in the cherries. I shared a few cherries with one of my neighbors who is always giving me sugar-free candy from her bridge partner. Passed around because I safe the dark chocolate for Jan. As The World Turns is our motto at SCV. Give and accept little favors, keeps the world turning.
BETTY (give, accept, and enjoy) BOOP
p.s. one of my mottos!!!
Yes, early on the Balcony was a beauty today. So still that the Lake looked like a painting. The Willow and Cyprus trees' reflections were so clear. Number 3 came on the scene again. I looked to the roof next to me and 3 birds and spaced just so were perched. I was amazed when they flew one after the other to the Cross on the Chapel. One on the each point of the Cross. Wow!!!!
Picked up my NEW glasses. I am so pleased with the reading ones. Glad I took Dr.'s advice on that one. I like the new regular one too. So that went well. Lunch was great. Cesar Salad and a slice of pizza. Will go back there again. All and all, a good day but tired as usual. I try and try to do more, but alas I seem to do less and less.
SO BE IT
BETTY (less seems best)
I mean my mind works that way. Have you noticed? THE THREE LITTLE PIGS, WINKING, BLINKING AND NOD, THREE LITTLE GIRLS, BACON, EGG AND TOAST, WILLIE NELSON, ME, & BIDEN, 3 MINUTES TO SPEAK, on and on. Then there is the best of all---FATHER, SON, HOLY SPIRIT. AMEN
BETTY BOOP
get this one out of you mind and see how many 3's you can think of.
Do you remember my several blogs with the little dancing 3 foot man (his size changes withe each Blog). He found me this morning on the Balcony. The breeze and temp was good and I thought of him. He was the subject of a few Blogs in the past. He lives, I guess under the stairs on first floor and has surprised me several times. He jumps out and says "May I have this dance?) The music starts and we twirl and spin our best and he bows and vanishes. What fun. I have wondered where he has been hiding from me. As the gentle breeze and a sort of low temp was going, He appeared on the Balcony!!! "May I have this dance?" He pushed the chairs aside, made a long dance floor and Took my hand and away we went. My robe flowing, I felt like a fairy floating in the air. He is a good dancer and he carried me away. All a sudden the music stopped and he waved goodbye. Promising to meet again when I need him to lift me up and away to dance.
BETTY (and away she flew) BOOP
I grow my own thank you. Although I love to get them from a thoughtful and loved one so much. My little pink and purple Zinnias are delighting me. I made a fresh vase full this morning. My Mother loved flowers. She grew them where ever they lived. Brought them to Church for the Altar table regularly. I did not appreciate her gift, just took it without thinking what she was doing. Her gift to everyone. I like to think it was a gift I got from her and passed on to my daughters and grands too. What a sweet gift.
BETTY(flower girl) BOOP
New start. That is how I look at a new week. Be more cheerful and hope to feel good. The chances of feel "good" are slim at 97 and tending to every little ailment as I can pick up, is a blessing as long as they are "little." Goes with the small ailments I have. Keeps me busy. "Which one do I pick for today?" Let the games begin. Or how about a "day without something to complain about?" Move over "trouble", find something good to talk about. Food is an off subject. Did you see the Sophia pictures of the new Kitty at their house. So cute this morning, fetching? Smart cat. I have owned many cats in my days, but never one that would "fetch" like a dog. Would make a good one for the TV shows.
BETTY BOOP
I located my two youngest daughters at their pool yesterday. Swimming, lounging, talking, perhaps snoozing too. What a life. Glad they live in same subdivision. What are the odds for that? Nice.
Cloudy and maybe a little shower or two today. Keeps it a little cooler. After all it is still the middle pf Summer. I am getting enough flowers to cut a vase of them. Nothing else is doing much. But I like to have some to look at inside.
I had a sausage biscuit from the freezer this morning. Did not feel like cooking a fine and lovely breakfast. That is why I keep a back up.
Can't seem to get going this morning. Lots of mornings are that way. Just be patient, I will come around {I hope.}
BETTY { short on patience} BOOP
Strawberries take a backseat when the peaches. watermelon. and other beauties take the stage, but we get them year around thanks to Florida and California and other places of the right temp. but they are welcome for sure. Had some great ones this morning from J. , in my oatmeal. So good. Thank You # 2. You are so thoughtful.
The Balcony was O. K. for a while. Little gentle breeze and watched as a man drove his golf cart and a passenger jumped out to check the Bluebird houses. And one lone jogger went by. Brave one she is. Hope she has oatmeal waiting in her kitchen with some fruit on top.
BETTY (with fruit on top) BOOP
A bowl full of peaches, makes the oatmeal go down. and in a wonderful way. You know I do like oatmeal, but you need to try one of the wonderful peaches of this season on anything or just by itself and it is next to Heaven!!!! I don't remember them tasting so good. This morning was still and quiet and nobody stirring at all. Too much celebrating the 4th? I doubt it out here in the sedate halls of SCV. Someone should break through and cause a real celebration. The Hot Dog was good yesterday, but that was about it. Of course I should not complain, If something big would happen, I would run for Apt 2313 and hide. I like the peace and silence now. Of course I am kidding. I have never been where so much happens. Something for everyone. Just take your pick. My pick is usually is to sit back and watch. Also fun to do. That is since I have entered my "golden years) as they call them. UGG!!!
BETTY (just having a little fun) BOOP
Last night I was shook up when this big boom sounded. Of course I had forgotten the Fireworks show in Liberty Park across the way from us. My it was loud coming off the Lake. About 30 minutes I think of celebration. I remember when I would go on Balcony and watch. But not now. It is as good as New York or some other big place, but I have seen it enough times that it does not move me any more. Sign of the times, I guess.
What I am interested in is the Lunch today. I get to have a Hot Dog. Wheeee !!!!!
BETTY (SILLY) BOOP
Red hot for today. Poor little flowers. They looked sad when I sat on Balcony. Not the best year for them. I am enjoying the Trash Zinnias. Tall an strong' They struggled to get here. I guess people can be that way too. Why do I always find a meaning in everything ? I need help. So what else is new? I get more "helpless" every day. Time takes it toll.
BETTY BOOP
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Blue is my favorite and my new robe is so pretty in a blue checked seersucker. Short and cool,(just like me). I could not help it, I cut the 5 blooming balcony flowers from the balcony pots. Looks good inside. I do like flowers in the house. HOUSE? Well part of a BIG house. Filled with friends and much comfort.
Sun is out, little chance of rain. So that is not much news. I did think I herd a cicada. Possible? About that time. Always liked to hear them. School will be starting soon. Hey, I have grandchildren who are still in school.
BETTY(time marches on) BOOP
p. s. yes it does.
Still red hot. Flowers are suffering no matter how much water I give them. Well what can I do? Two daughters came yesterday at the same time. Little things to take care of. We liked being together for an afternoon. Wish the other one could have joined us, but I did talk on phone to her for a visit. There is nobody like a daughter, I am blessed with 3 and love them dearly.
I keep craving something cold and sweet. Wonder why? In my case it is for the weather being so hot I think. Have to find something cold and not sweet. I settle for good old ice water.
BETTY (IN THE GOOD OLD SUMMER TIME.) BOOP
