BUGLE ??????

Oh dear, what is this?  I was handed a  beautiful brass bugle(a real one} just before our dress rehearsal yesterday afternoon.  My it was heavy.  I had to pretend to blow it at the proper time during BOOGIE WOOGIE BUGLE  BOY.  I do not remember what I did and I hope whatever it was that I can do better tonight.  Whew!  Shirley is known for last minute changes.  I just hope everyone that I know who sees it will not be too embarrassed .  When Shirley got through with that "clown" makeup AND WIG you may not recognize me anyway.  It is all in fun and none of us are pros, so bear with us. 

In the mist of packing and thinking about our October campout, and the PLAY, I have been too busy.  Hope to relax at the camp this weekend. 

Betty Boop

ANOTHER GREAT SATURDAY

Have you ever made French toast my way?  I got a weird loaf of whole wheat bread that was not sliced right.  Twice as thick as it was supposed to be.  Just right for French toast.  I beat an egg added a little half and half, salt and pepper.  I soaked the bread and browned it in the skillet which I sprayed with olive oil spray.  Browned it till crisp on both sides and used sugar free syrup.  With a little turkey bacon and hot tea and less sugar orange juice, I had a very good breakfast and good for me.  It kind of took the place of pancakes--kind of. 

Guess who came to lunch?  Brody --and he brought Jan and Cary.  That child is a treasure.  From being entertained by my little singing bird that Linda brought me, to loving to push the button at the elevator, to saying WOW! when Bobbie set his lunch before him.  We enjoyed trading pieces of fruit to drinking all his milk and most of a grilled cheese  sandwich, And when he finished he wanted to go outside.  A nice tour of the golf course and croquet field and then down to the Pier for a look at the LAKE,  He greeted everyone and paused to talk with a couple who found him delightful.  A quick goodbye and he was on his way to nap-land.  I know he was tired because he had also been to Wellfest earlier.   With a wave and a quick trip back to give us a hug. He was then on his way. How sweet is that?

Hard to follow that but a nap for me did it. 

Betty Boop

SPIDER LILY

Amy called a while ago and said she was bringing me something.  When she came she not only brought me a luscious looking stuffed bell pepper for my supper., but a Spider Lily.  We had so many on Riverwood.  Truman would separate the bulbs after every blooming season and plant them and give them away too.  We had them coming up all over the back yard and front too.  What  sight.  We had them on Meadow Ridge too.  Leon gave them to us.  So they really did get around.  It has been so dry that they are having a hard time coming up this year.  Amy had two   so far to come up and she brought me one.  How perfect is that?  It is like I say about roses--one is better than a dozen at a time.  Brought back memories so sweet. 

I have spent the day doing laundry and taking care of little problems.  Business and otherwise.  So I think it has been a good day.  Here is to a good night.

Betty Boop

GUEST TODAY

M. G. called to say she could come to lunch and was I available?  Of course I was.  She brought Ryan and Amy too.  It was perfect on the Terrace overlooking the Lake.  The weather was almost cool with a small wind blowing.  We had a very good visit.  Since Ryan is the boss, he can take off as long as he wants.  I guess M. G. has a little "pull" too because she took her time from work too.  And of course these "free lance " people are lucky too.  I am the lucky one to have them come and enjoy lunch.  It is what I do since I don't really have a house anymore.  This is now my home and I like it this way.  Just step up and order what you want and have it served, with a smile, and no dishes to wash.  How sweet is that.  I really like the  Cyber but the dinning room is good too. 

I am reading a good book on my Nook.  Jan sat right here at my computer and checked out two for me from the Madison Library .  Now that is nice.  Two weeks and they fade off.  The book is Water for Elephants.  About the Circus during the early days and is so interesting.  I still like to actually hold a book in my hands but I am enjoying the Nook too.............I go on and on about nothing.  Second night of DANCING WITH THE STARS  tonight.  Don't call me during that time because I wont answer. 

Betty Boop

MY LATEST POEM FOR VILLAGER

DANCING WITH THE STARS

 

Oh, I can hardly wait.

I'm as excited as can be.

I can't be late.

Their fate I long to see.

 

Hurry through my dinner,

Sit down to watch T.V.

Who will be the winner?

Just can hardly wait to see.

 

Twirling around the dance floor,

In costumes so revealing.

Oh, this show I do adore.

My excitement, I'm not concealing.

 

It's so easy to entertain me.

DANCING WITH THE STARS comes to mind,

Give me some slack, Oh Gee!!!!

Kick up your feet, enjoy and un-wind.

 

Dot Ellis

Creative Writers Group

September 2015

SATURDAY MORNING

I sound like a broken record, but I can't believe another week has passed and it is the middle or more into September.  I just had breakfast in the Cyber.  I have sworn off pancakes.  Really!!  The are not worth the misery they cause me.  But egg over light. sausage patty. whole wheat toast and coffee went down very nice.  I really enjoy breakfast.  I remember a time when my Mother had to beg me to eat breakfast.  I was what she called a "picky eater."  Those days have faded into the past and now days, I love almost any kind of food.  Maybe I went too far into the other direction. 

My funny little reindeer I am making for Christmas  gifts are coming along good. 50 are now waiting for a hanger.  That has been decided and also a handmade gift card is in mind.  I put them away till later to finish as I have other irons in the fire so to speak.  I am glad to get this much done before Christmas.  Speaking of Christmas--it will come fast after next month.

I have this little stacked coffee cup that Peggy gave me long ago. because I liked Betty Boop even then.  Truman and I used to drink tea from it.  He made it all the time and I enjoyed that.  The top is her face and arms and the bottom is her dancing legs and short frilly skirt.  He always gave me the top and he took the bottom half.  This morning I brought a second cup of coffee up from breakfast and drank from my  Betty Boop cup. I  think she looked surprised to see coffee instead of tea in her cup.  I drank it in the Bubble and watched a duck--diving for its breakfast.  Truman called those ducks di-dapples.  Don't think that is the official name but they are fascinating, how long they can stay under.

Good start to the day and Jan is coming for lunch.

Betty Boop

BUSY

Been so busy(for me.)  Things keep coming, ready or not.  Could it possibly be that I am slowing up?  Nah!!  If I slow up I may have trouble keeping up. As I pick up my step going down the hall, I am looking for someone to say "my, you look busy."  If you don't keep looking "busy", someone will surely ask what is wrong.  Another reason to keep busy.  If I stop or slow up, I may never get back to speed.  Lot to think about when you are 88 and counting. I am really a little concerned about the "play."  It has been hard and a little disorganized to me.  With only two more practices, it does not look like we will be ready.  Get ready for "silly" for that is what you are going to get!!!

Oh what a beautiful morning!!  Mild and sunny. I want Fall to come.  I remember a minister we once had who liked to quote this little saying.:

When it's hot
We want it cold.
When it's cold,
We want it hot
Never satisfied.
With what we've got.
Always wanting
What is not.

Betty Boop





So very true. 
Betty Boop