SATURDAY STUFF

It would not seem like Saturday without Jan.  She came after picking  up a few things for me.  We had lunch and decided to go to Dollar Tree in Maywood. Dollar Tree seems to be going down in Madison.  We got into so much traffic that even Jan was frustrated.  Home again after getting really tired.  I really think the heat got to me. 

This morning (Sunday) after a thunder storm last night, it was pleasant enough to have coffee on the balcony. Only 76 degrees.  But soon the sun hit me and I got ready to move inside, but not before enjoying some quiet time.  It was good.    came in to check E-Mail.  and Jan had sent pictures of her sweet grandchildren.  Way to start the day.  By the way, I have no idea why my script changed.  But I like it.

Betty Boop

ALAN JACKSON

Maybe you don't know, but while I like many different kinds of music, I especially like certain kinds of country,  Not all of it by no means.  Jan gave me an  Alan Jackson CD a while ago.  Titled PRECIOUS MEMORIES.  Never play it when you are melancholy.  It is an album of old, old hymns.  One he closes with, I have never heard.  I WANT TO STROLL OVER HEAVEN WITH YOU.  I take it that it  means with a loved one.  Well I guess I was in for good cry, since I haven't had one lately.  It is strange how it hits you so sudden.  I wasn't expecting it.  But it felt good,  as I pictured Truman and me walking together again.  Now I am the first to say I do not know what Heaven will be like.  But like most humans, we picture only what we know and that is not a lot.  I do know I will love it but can't wait to see it .  Of course I had a little talk with myself and decided to do something for someone in need.  A dear friend, really from long ago. that I connected with again here, had a stroke.  I have been meaning to visit her.  I do hate visiting in Siena where Truman was.  But I did what I could and made her a small vase of 6 paper tissue flowers in pastel colors.  It was pretty.  She knew me and was happy to see me.  I felt better.

Betty Boop

FIRST DAY

Up early, two scrambled eggs, o. j. wheat toast and coffee.  Off to something new at 9:00 A, M.  For one hour my therapist put me through the paces that I need to get to walking better.  I really enjoyed it and it felt good to know I was doing something good for my body and mind as well.  I think she knows her stuff and I am willing to try real hard to get the most benefit from it. 

I wore shorts to the session because I knew she was working on my knee.  Now, around here I have seen very few people in shorts.  Crazy?  I know of no rule that says you can or can't.  But I broke mine out along with my Ellis T shirt and waltzed (?) down the hall.  Got a few looks but nobody offered a comment.  I brought it up a few times and some said I had the legs for it.  O boy that set real good.  I guess that is not so bad for an 89er. 

Betty Boop

NEW ADVENTURE

You know, I always have to have something going on to do with my health.  I just got back from the Rehabiliation   Service (as they like to call it) here at St. Catherine's.  My Dr, said I need to be evaluated for balance and so forth.  I have been evaluated for an hour.  My how interesting !!  I got a pretty good report on most things.  She thinks it is more my old knee replacement problem more than anything else.  I suspected that.  My other foot problem seems to be solved.  I am set up for 10 sessions with therapy and then another evaluation  The fact that I can't bend my knee enough seems to be causing my unbalance more than anything.  O. K.  Here I go two times a week starting Thursday at 9 A. M. on rehab.  Something new to talk about, no matter if it is not clever or witty, it is what is going on with me now.

Betty Boop 

MONDAY so far

Monday is usually my busy day.  I have been to exercise class and then to the Physical Therapy dep. with my prescription from Dr. Campbell.  I go for my first visit tomorrow.  A new adventure.  Hope they can help me walk better.  I will give it my all and that is what I always do.  Having lunch instead of dinner tonight with my buddies.  Then to Choir practice and if I still have energy enough--to Church service.  I am sure you are all interested in my activities.  I hope I don't bore you.  It helps me to tell somebody about my day.  I love all my bloggers.  Kind of like a visit. 

Something of interest:  One of our resident retired priest was in coffee this morning,  He is leaving for Ireland today.  He has lived here 50 years, but he goes home every year for a visit with his family.  How nice. Wish I could go back to Ireland.  We had so many places we wanted to go that we did not get to repeat many place.  But I am glad for all our trips.

Betty Boop

GOOD MORNIG

Yes it is a good morning.  Hot Hot Hot. But I will stay in today.  I have had to be on the go a lot this week and am glad for a free day.  I started with breakfast in the Cyber.  I do love that.  I was good and did not get pancakes.  I told Jan since I had occupied her last two days, she should not come to visit today.  She was glad because she gets to clean her house. Ha!  Have fun.  My latest visit to a Dr. was good.  Good reports from test.  I just need to get the foot and legs moving better.  For  that --physical therapy.  Thankfully I can get it here, as St. Dominic's has a good department here and My Dr, said my insurance will cover it.  Something new for me.  No wait I did have therapy after knee surgery a long time ago.  It is nice that I don't have to go someplace else to get it.  Another plus for St. Catherine's   Well shampoo and doing laundry are filling the day so far.  I am sure I will find something else to do.  Jan was surprised that I am keeping up with the election news.  I watched the Republican convention and plan to watch the Democrat one next week.  Don't see much I like -  but what can I do??

Betty Boop

RUNNING LATE

I have neglected my deadline for submit to Villager.  I wrote this in 5 minutes and sent it off.  Hope it makes the cut  Anyway, maybe you will enjoy it. 

 

JUST PLAIN LAZY

 

As I was walking down the street,

My uneasy conscious I did meet.

It said,"You are really running late.

Your VILLAGER submit can not wait."

 

Believe me, I have really tried.

My creativity is on the slide.

Think I will just slump under a tree.

The DOG DAYS of SUMMER" have gotten to me.

 

By Dot Ellis

 

What do you think of this?

 

Betty Boop