Have you noticed that the ranks of medical generalists is going the way of the dinosaur? I keep getting referred off for what I consider inconsequential things. I was at the eye doc this summer. Typically when I go, they … Continue reading
Category Archives: Aging Gracefully
Random 5 for September 26, 2021 — It’s all about the concert!
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First time out for the Beverly Hillbillies! – We went to our first indoor concert yesterday. We had to show proof of vaccination and wear a mask. It wasn’t crowded with no one but our friends sitting near us so … Continue reading
Funerals in general, mine in particular
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Last week I attended the funeral of a relative. I hadn’t seen this person in 40 years so it wasn’t sad for me. She was elderly and lived a full life on her terms. Her death ended years of severe … Continue reading
More odds and ends
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The contractor finished a second small project yesterday. He was here three days for what was estimated to be a single day job. There was no scope creep but the usual surprises that come with a home that isn’t new … Continue reading
Too much stuff and sacred cows
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Despite the fact that we donated, gave away and tossed a lot of our stuff before we moved, we still have too much for a downsized house. There was extra furniture, artwork, kitchen things, garden/pond supplies and of course clothing. … Continue reading
Random 5 for August 1, 2021 – Seasons, locusts, clothing, projects, medical advances
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Dang! It’s happened again! – July disappears more so than any other month for me. It has slithered away but not without excitement. I’m hoping for a delightful (and long) August! Oh yes, and boring too! The locusts are back! … Continue reading
Another round of odds and ends
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Here is a piece of advice — Don’t have an auto accident. There is a mountain of paperwork to be done. It’s due while you are not feeling well and at an emotional low. I was fortunate as I have … Continue reading
Some pandemic lessons
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Mask wearing taught me a few lessons. First having your own bad breath go straight up your nose is sobering. More mouthwash, please! I know my hearing isn’t great but without the ability to read lips and facial expressions my … Continue reading
Odds and ends
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We, in northeastern US with temperatures near 100F (38C), are sweltering although not as badly as the Pacific Northwest. I adjusted my routine to walk at 6:30 a.m. instead of the hotter part of the day. Today, it was close … Continue reading
Family
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It’s been a busy week with family that we haven’t seen since well before the pandemic. The granddaughters grew some but are not towering over me…yet. Soon! I shared my magic place and we got a great picture (no shut … Continue reading
Views and Mews by Coffee Kat 