Random 3 for July 17, 2022 – Tomatoes, old time phones, kitties

Gallery

This gallery contains 1 photo.

Another short version for today. I could say a “slow news” week but it’s more a case of a “lazy blogger.” Grandkitties – We have new grandkitties. Some people have grandkids and we have mostly grandpets! Welcome to the newest! … Continue reading

Random 5 for July 28 – Busy, Parkinson’s, dental, family, guests

Gallery

This gallery contains 2 photos.

A whirlwind week – Why do things always pile up in the same week? When you make appointments months in advance, there is nothing going on. Then wam, bam, thank you ma’am, you’re overloaded. It was that kind of week. … Continue reading

Random 5 for August 19 – Renovations, weeds, Starbucks, critters, books

Gallery

Last summer project finished! – We sanded and recoated the kitchen hardwood floor. It’s not as bad a job as you think. Overall it took 10 hours over 3 days. We did the pre-start conversation (or the tailgate as I … Continue reading

Random 5 for August 12 – Trips, home, health, tomatoes, seasons

Gallery

This gallery contains 2 photos.

A quick trip – The beloved husband took a quick trip to Denver to see his kids and attend an ELO concert. He had a great time. Sometimes it’s the short trips that are the most fun (except for the … Continue reading

Sights around the ‘hood

Gallery

This gallery contains 2 photos.

I’m always surprised at how much more you observe when you walk in my neighborhood during the early morning. A home in a neighborhood adjacent to mine, has a statue of the Blessed Mother in the front yard. It looks … Continue reading

Random 5 for July 8 – Ink, gym staff, cranky people, heat, summer produce

Gallery

This gallery contains 2 photos.

Do you believe this? – The beloved husband went to an office supply store to buy color cartridges for our printer. He was going to buy six. It was cheaper to buy a new printer which came with six cartridges … Continue reading

Random 5 for April 22 – Generosity, kids, falls, cancer, tomatoes

Gallery

This gallery contains 1 photo.

Cat people — I belong to two (yes two) cat groups on Facebook. (I know you are stunned.) They are full of crazy pictures and funny stories. Sometimes people ask questions or share information. Some members are very dedicated to … Continue reading

Random 5 for April 8 – Tomato plants, avoiding exercise, phone calls, busy, research

Gallery

Requiem for tomato plants – I did the same thing I did last year. I used the heating pad for germination and a sun lamp to help them grow. I planted 4 varieties of tomatoes (multiple plants) and only one … Continue reading

Random 5 for September 17 – The 80s, energized, computers, seasons, winterizing

Gallery

This gallery contains 1 photo.

How did that happen – I was rearranging my “stuff.” Something had to go in order to have space for something else. I tossed out my collection of shoulder pads. (Stop laughing! I loved the ‘80s!) I always hoped they … Continue reading

Random 5 for August 20 – Computers, aging, commenters, trips, seasons

Gallery

This gallery contains 1 photo.

More on computers – I decided earlier in the year to buy a small portable computer. If you missed it, you can read about it here. My second “new” computer went back yesterday and I’m on my third. I wish … Continue reading