Random 5 for September 14, 2025 – Nasal washes, health, co-workers, birds, aging

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Who thought of that? – I have some vague symptoms and am working through causes. After three doc appointments, the first thing to check out was sinus issues. I don’t have runny nose symptoms, just pressure and headaches (and grumpiness … Continue reading

Random 5 for August 31, 2025 – Mornings, holiday emergencies, gas prices, flannel, stink

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Let’s start with a smile! It figures – Long time readers know that I whine about holiday weekend medical illnesses. Emergency care for two-legged or four-legged critters is $$$ normally and extra on holiday weekends. This (Labor Day) weekend it’s … Continue reading

Random 5 for August 24, 2025 – Changes, osteoporosis, clipart, care communities, weather

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You know you are old when – you recognize the location of funeral homes outside of your hometown. I’m on the Facebook page of a large company I worked for a long time ago. I worked there for 25 years … Continue reading

Random 5 for August 17, 2025 – Cremation, tails, tech stuff, cell phone, sick

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Say what? – I’ve been getting emails for cremation services. Sales! Discounts! I’m hoping this is a bit premature or do they know something I don’t. Anyway, it’s weird. Maybe tails are useful – I was watching my cat watching … Continue reading

Random 5 for August 10, 2025 – Energy, hot cars, blogging, readers, end of summer

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Something new to try – I’ve been complaining about lack of energy for ten years. I tire easily and sometimes require a daytime nap. My PC doc has tested my thyroid, vitamin D levels and the standard blood tests. Everything … Continue reading

Random 3 for August 3, 2025 – Projects, foods, Mom

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Only three today. I’m taking a small summer break. Is this a swan song? – I did a small wallpapering job this week. It took two days. Back in the old days I would have finished it in one day. … Continue reading