Talk

 Had a good talk with Ken. until he had to go and feed his cat.

WET

 A very wet morning, rain pouring down,  I did not venture out at all,  Two ladies from the church came for a short visit,

  Off to activities this afternoon.  A very quiet day,

RAINY

 A rainy day.  I will not walk outside.  There is a music progtam this afternoon.  I am questioning my life,

Cool and cloudy

 Unhappy because my memory is getting worse.  Had therapy on my arm.  It is painful,

Looking forward to a happy afternoon with music and games and ice cream,

FRIENDLY

 Very fortunate to live in such a friendly place.  Spent the afternoon in the back garden with a group of friends,  The temperature was perfect and the group jolly.

WARM

 Another warm day,  Enjoyed my weekly visit from 

Sandra and Spenser.  After noon group cancelled.

HORSE RACING

Enjoyed a visit with Sandra in the morning after my treatment on my arm.  

Went to horse racing this aefertnnon but did not bet

Had a walk but it is very hot outside.

MYSTERY

Going down to the main floor to watch  MOVIE.   a MURDER MYSTERY BY 

AGATHA   CHRISTIE

Carol and Panteli

Off to Carol s f\or supper.

kEEPING BUSY

 Went to watch  VIDEO about Canada down in the Media room about Canada.  It was good,

No sign of th mouse,  

FAMTLY

 Had a good visit with Rick today going over family history,

Positive

 My goal is to be more positive and thankful every day  Yes it was warm eniugh to swim at the party.

I was just at the movie in the Media room here,  It was 

Agatha Christire  

There is a mouse in my kitchen I will not go in there,

TIME

Time for my B12 shot again.  I do not notice any difference,

Warm aga\in today,  Did not walk outside.  Walk around my floor several times.

Hot dogs for supper if you want,  Not for me.

THANKFUL

 I lead a very boring life but the friends I eat my meals with are very entertaining and we have lots of laughs.  That is so good.

Today we were entertained by a young man and a young boy, who played different instruments,  We sing a lot of the old favorites.,

I had my hair dome today and it looks good

Had a wonderful visit at Sandra and 

Randy's With Shawa and Stephen and the boys and their sister.

Quiet day today,  Carol invited me over but I am too tired for the long drive back and forth,  I do not like bothering people.

BUSY

 The last few days have been very busy,  It was great to see Kim and Hamlet and the children.  This morning Sandra and Spenser came over.  He just curls up and goes to sleep.

   I love spending time with my family,  Visiting in peron or on the phone.

Going for a walk around my floor.  Too hot to go outside,

FUN

 Looking forward to a fun time watching th bitterflies being released,  I do not have one of my own,

Carol is comig over.and we went together.  She won some momey/

GOOD

 Had a good day visiting with Carol and Sandra and later visiting with Ken,  He has a busy family, they plan on going for a long, long walk in October.  Good luck

A perfect day that has gone by very fast, Another special one to morrow,  Friday.  Laura comes for a visit and Rick drives me to Carol 's and Panteli's  I have a lot to be thankfol for.

ul for..

HEALTHY

 HEALTHY

Had my workout,  Waiting for 

carol and 

sandra to come for a visit.

SATURDAY

Movie tonigh The Plane that Disappeared.

QUIET

 Birthday social this afternoon with music and ice cream,

Wandered around

 Too hot outsided.Wandered around in side,    Filled in a surrey and had some ice cream.  Quinwa salad for supper,

EARLY

 It is good to be up early as it gets too hot very quickly.

I enjoyed  the Bible study group tpday,  Our minister sure knows a lot and makes it interesting,

I am hot and tired tonight,  I hope I can sleep,

LAZY

 Having a lazy morning,  Bible study this afternoon unless it is cancelled.  Too hot.

HOT

 I do not know exactly how hot it is but it is very hot.   Nice to have help from Sandra and Carol. goodies to snack on,

.Very thankfulfor the air blower going in my bedroom.  Thankkful our dining room is cool,  I had physuo on my armthis morning but it feels worse right now,  I am just getting old,

EXCERCISE

Morning routine with help,  Visit from Sandra, ///chat group with friends, 

Activities

There is the usual morning exercise class.  I sometimes go but prefer my morning walk to the park.  After lunch there is bingo I do not go very often,  In the afternoon there will be Live Music with the Langley Ukelele  Ensemble.  

There will be drinks served.  Wine if you pay 4 dollars.

Then in the evening there is a movie: Honeymoon Crasher..

I am off for my walk now.  A cool morning.

Musical Friday

 A young girl played a harp.  Excellent,  ..........even played popular and jazz.  

she was amazing. 

A young man accompanied  her on the flute.  He was excellent too,  It is good these advents are well attended.

excellent. 

ONE Duck

 One duck swimming alone in the pond this morning.

Forgetful

 I forgot about the strawberry tea but the good thing was I went for a walk with my friend Jeanne,  when we got back a friend brought strawberries out to us to the bench where we were sitting, so good.

GONE

All the ducks have been taken away,  People with big net caught them.  They were very gentle with them,  

we will miss them.

I had physio this morning,  Painful and trying,  

bible study this afternoon, lots of fun,

DUCKS

Went down to see the ducks in the back yard,  They are getting big.  Off to study group now.

Happy Birthday Rick

Enjoy this beautiful day Rick. I think plans are being made. This is always a lovely day, I will talk to Carol.

Fires and floods what a world. Nice to have things like birthdays to celebrate Happy Birthday to every one in July.

INTERESTING

I Have enjoyed interesting and fun visits with all my great grandchildren, Had a wonderfuk day with Morgan yesterday, They are all very special and very great, I got a b 12 shot today and I hope it gives me more energy, Another sunny warm day, I am very happy,

SOCIAL

''''''''active living planning meeting this mornig. May go for awhile. . SODA FLOAT SOCIAL THIS AFTERNOON, mAY ATTEND, soda active living planning meeting this morning. I will go and listen. In the afternoon there is a soda

MORNING

Had a good n=morning visit with RICK, hE IS DOING WELL.

COMPANY

Rick is on his way ower.

GOOD

It felt so good to be away from here and spend the day with Sandra and her family and also Carol and Panteli. Good food and good fun.

MUSIC

Music in the back courtyard tonight, it will be fun. Talked to Ken today, it was raining,

ALIVE

I guess it ia a good thing they check every morning to ee if i am alive. So far I have passed the test.

HAPPY Canada day

Spent the day at Caol and Panteli's with Alba and Lorenzo, Enjoyed etting to know the great grandchildren. Thanks Panteli for coming to pick me up and Rick brimgimg me home. I really do apprecite my loving caring family,

Beautiful afternoon.

Spent the afternoon out in the back yard, The flowers are all in bloom and the ducks put on a show of trying out their wings. I am so thankful to have a home here,

CHALLENGES

Growing older can be a challenge sometimes in unexpected ways. Thankful for family and friends and my nice apartment and friendly home here,

VISITS

Always nice to have visits from family and friends, Edna Cooper phoned and we had a good long talk.

Cheerful

A cheerful voice comes to my door to check if I am okay I am.

CALM

Everyone was calm when the fire bell rang and rang, Some one had burnt their toast. It sure does make a racket. Today the weather looks very calm with no rain yet. Looking forward to a visit from Sandra,

EARLY

UP EALY AS USUAL. It is going to be hot today. Will join the Tuesday morning chat group. Good to keep connected, Good to have friends, Thankkful for the loving friendship I hAd with my best friend Jane for many years, Keepig in touch is not easy now,

ENJOYABLE

Had a very enjoyable day visiting with Carol and Panteli and Rick and a short visit with Ken on the phone yesterday. I have many good memories of Tawwassen. I was blessed to have a wonderful friend like Jane, We did aa lot of fun things together and also shared when we were sad. She is not herself any more and trying to talk to her on the phone just makes me feel sad. I have nice friends here but no one I would call my best friend. Another sad thing about getting old. I enjoy the girls I eat meals with so that is good. I look forward to times spent with family and am looking forward to visiting with Mary, I hope I have remembered that right,

CHANGE

Nothing much is changing with me, We get to order our meals at lunch for the folloing day. I am getting better at doing this more thoughtfully. My two friends who sit with me at meals are becoming good friends, Their are lots of activities to attend if I want to do that. I love going out in the back courtyard where the 10 baby ducks are getting so big, They will soon be flying waay, I wonder why only one comes back every spring. I am as busy as I want to be and I am happy.I do not worry about anything.

LOST

I hate being lost and felt sorry for this old lady lost on my floor. She was trying different doors. I took her down to the front desk where they called xome on to come and help her. She was on the second floor. She could not speak English. I was going out for a walk but too late now it is just about supper time. I had a good time at Bible study with my friends, It wasa good day,

HAPPY

Happy to be with Carol and Panteli for lunch at Boston Pizza, a warm summer day with a slight breeze, I am so thankful for caring family who keep in touch.

Walk

OUT FOR walk

FUN

A fun day with the guy who sings like Elvis puts on a great show in the parking lot. Jeanne thinks she is help me as we leave she garbs my walker and takes off with it. Fortunately a gentleman grabed me by the arms and steadied me. I was then reunited with my walker. The music was great,and lots of fun.

UNCOMFORTABLE

UNCOMFORTABLE painful shoulder made for a restless night sleep.

FORGETFUL

I am becoming more forgetful. At times this may be a good thing,

ENJOYABLE

THE WEATER was perfect and having lunch with Carol and Penteli was enjoyable. The waitress was happy and took good care of us, I am so blessed to have a wonderful caring family. Missed seeing Rick and also Sandra and Randy.

SUNNY

CAROL MAY Come for VISIT.

HOT and TIRED

Just resting, gad my bed room is cool. air conditioned,

HOT

Hot and tired, rest and then a walk.

BIRTHDAYS

Lots of birthdays to remember in our family,our very special family. Happy Birthday Kim . So many very good memories. I will not be sending cards although I may have alreday done so, i WISH i COULD REMEMBER but I am getting more and more forgetful, I have no plans for today excepting going going for walks. There will be music this afternoon and cake, Should be fun. I hope I remember to go.

Movie

War with grandpa, Should be funny. I will give it a try,

Fun

A perfect day for a long walk, A perfect afternoon for music and wine.

HEALTHY

MY, GOAL IS TO TRY AND KEEP HEALTHY. i ENJOY GOING ON WALKS, i ENJOY GOING OUT IN THE BACK YARD, THERE IS A MOTHER DUCK WHO COMES HERE EVERY YEAR TO HAVE BABIES. SHE HAD 10 THIS YEAR. They are enjoy watching them grow and leARn Sandra is a very good help. I asked her to make me cake. Every afternoon they have drinks and serve cake. I am getting tempted. I know cake is not healthy but I believe it is good for the soul. I have lots to be thankful for'

QUIET

TODAY IS a quiet day, I will join in with the excercise class after I first walk around my floor. Thr weather is perfect for a walk out side which I will do next. I am happy just being quiet before I join in visiting with others.

UNEXPECTED

I was pleasantly surprised to have a visit from sandra bringing me some food. I know she is very busy looking after the kitens, Thanks Sandra. Sunday as usual Carol came to pick me up for supper at her house.Too bad Rick could not join us He missed a good supper, Hope and pray he feels better soon, It was a good day. It was sunnier here than at Sandra's.

MUSICAL

A good day. Perfect for walking around in the garden, and having a visit with Shandra,In the evenning there was a orchestra playing lots of our favorites. I am always happy when their is entertainment here,

A good job,

Randy has done a good job putting in my air conditioner..

MEMORY

i remember the first appointment I had with Dr. Nolte. I liked him, I told him I would not be a problem as I was healthy,

WHY

Why am I so forgetfaul, I already hae had the shots.

WAITING

i HAVE TO SIT AROUND and wait for some one to come and get me to get my shots.COVID 19 AND Pneumonia vaccine, Then I was told I had already got it. Why am I so forgetful?

Finished

I am happy knowing all my tests are finished,

Learn

I realize that I still have much to learn about in this life. How to accept what I cannot changs, Looking forward to a visit with Carol and Kim and Hamlet,

Disaster

Last night a chubby lady fell and the ambulance was called, Did they help her up, No She had to struggle to get over to a chair and pull herself up on that.

Hopeful

Went to the dentist today and came home with no top denture, Hope to get it back to morrowl

POLICE

Yes the police were called in today. One old gentleman tried to steal the cane from another man. He grabed it and was running awat with it. The owner chased after him and got it baxk. Never a dull moment here,

CALM

vERY calm morning. going to ecercises and then after lunch to the x ray with Sandra.

Dull morning

Excercises and then talk about Switzerland,

APPOINTMENTS

The doctor sent his helper to visit me today, It was decided that I should get my shoulder x rayed to see why I am having pain. More appointments, I feel tired of it all.

REGRETS

I shold have introd\ucted Carol amd Samdra to my friends but we were too far away.

Blessed to have such a wonderful family.

Sunday morning at church,with good friends, Spent afternoon with Carol, and Panteli, Nice to hear from Kenny and Sandra,

Special

My mother's day celebrations continue. I had a wonderful day with Rick yesterday, Too bad his foot was really sore. Today Carol and Sandra came over and we went to the tea party together. I was so very happy, I feel very blessed and special with my loving family. Good to talk to Kenny too.

ORGANIZED

i AM now etting organized thanks to Sandra. She took me to thr dentist to have my implants checked. She also organized my bedroom and it looks good. A lovely sunny day so I will have a good walk. Rick is coming by this afternoon,

SAD

Feeling a little sad but thankful for all the good memories of dad.

SURPRISE

Spencer and Sandra came for a visit,

Good

A good day to day, Sandra comes over with spenser. L love to see them both,. Every year is a gift. I| enjoyed bible study with my good friends and our knowable leader who is a minister.

Music and Memory

uuuu MUSIC helps the memory I was told today, I had a busy day walking outside, It is lovely and sunny, Now I will watch my two T.V. shows and then go to bed. It will still be a little light,

MUSIC

Lots of fun in the afternoon with lots of muaic sitting out in the courtyard.

Party Time

Yes it is party time this afternoon, celebrating 20 years, dress up time, Too bad my friend is in hospita after being bit by her dog, The dog has been put to sleep. Sad time.

New

Off to see the doctor,

Back

Going out to see the doctor with Sandra. A sunny day here,

Happy

Happy to have my computer working thanks to a visit from Sandra

ON THE ROAD AGAIN

YES Ihave an appointment at the dentrure clinic. Sandra is an excellent driver but I wish she did not have to drive so much, I am not happy with my dentures but doubt if they can be made more workable. The top one is too lose and popps out a lot; the bottom one hurts. My table mate said she had no trouble but she was younger. I am very constipated and my bladder is trouble, I am unhappy because I can not remember anything. I am trying to make a good effort at being friendly and helpfu I had my hair done so it is very curley. I am getting lots of complementss. I am happy Sandra will be on the road to edmonton on the 17 and I hope she can enjoy her visit there. A good nighy sleep would help me. One day at a time is the best I czn do. Hope I feel more hopeful as the day unfolds. I have a lovely new table friend. She has a dog who does not like being left in the room alone. Everyone has problems.

EARLY

Up early afraid I will sleep in. Ready to have the ultra sound. No food.

instructions

No eating after supper. No eating breakfast. Be ready downstairs at 7 30. Some test.Ultra sound

APPRECIATION

I appreciate all the kind and loving thing my family does for. Early morning visits from Sandra and rides to appointments, The drive to Delta with carol and my visit there, Enjoyed a light lunch and a good visit. also saw rick and spenser.

Spring

TROUBLE

Yes I have been having trouble getting into my blog. I do not know why it worked now, I hve beeen busy doing things, That is good,. One of my good friends is very sick. My table mate is in the hospital. I am sitting at another tavle with wanda and her husband, They are very kind,

Visits fom carol yesterday with flowers. .......'Sandra came this morning and we had a walk.

NO VISITERS

i AM UNDER QUARTEN just because I have a cough and a sore throart and a headache tHE NURSE came to see me and put me in quaranteen

QUIET

i AM CATCHING A COLD so I will have a quiet day today,

EARLY

OFF TO BED EARLY, Had a good day, spent the morning with Sandra, getting things in order, continued in the afternoon,

Spring photo ops

ACTIVE

i HAD AN ACTIVE MORNING, First was excercises, they seem very simple but you can feel the effect later. After I went and joined the discusion group. It has really grown and is a lively group, I should go for a walk this afternoon, It is sunny and bright,

Laura came to visit \me to day, I really enjoyed her visit,

RAIN

Rain warning for the daya ahead,

FUN

Enjoyed a fun day at Carol and Panteli's. Enjoyed the drive there with Sandra, and enjoyed a delicious supper. I have so very much to be thankful for.

EVERY DAY

Every day is different. Some are good and some are difficult. I keep going for my walks and spend time with friends.

HAIR DO

It is amazing what a new hair do will do for one. I am getting s lot of complments to night. I hope it will stay okay for a few days, A busy day getting my hair done, and had a visit with Sandra and spent time with friends down stairs. A young boy is coming to play the piano tonight. I will go down for awhile, he is amazing. I remember how my dad liked to play the piano, Too bad we could not afford to have one of our own. I would have liked to take lessons, My dad played by ear,

LEMON PIE

Had lemon oie for desert. I am going for a walk outisde with my friend Jaenne.

FORGETFUL

I forgot I turned my computer off. Is anyone trying to get a hold of me, No word from Laura,

APPRECIATION

I appreciate all the kind and xaring things my gamily does for me, The visits nd the phone calls and the cookies and the trips to the doctor etc, But things change in your lives so what you can do will change, I love you all and am thankful for my caring the thoughtful family, I am so blessed.

Welcome home Carol.

I will miss Rick and Spenser coming for a visit, It has been good,

HAPPY ST, PATRICK S DAY,

A FUN DAY HERE, GAMES IN THE MORNING, IRISH MUSIC in the afternoon with Irish coffee. Loking forward to seeing every one for supper.

RULES

Every place has rules. One rule here is that if you are late coming for a meal you take your meal and eat back in your room. The thing is that here people do not always understand, Elspath my table mate does not understand and keeps trying to come and sit in her regular place with me It is sad getting old.

TIME AGAIN

Time passes so very quickly when Rick and Spenser dome for a visit, I appreciate Rick doing my laundry up so nice0.

Dark clouds threatning,

Sun us shining but dark clouds threartning, I think Rick and Spenser may come today. I was up very early,i do not need much if any shopping.

WALKING

Doing a lot of walking, It is cool but not bad out. No programs today,

TIME

Time to change our clocks.

RAIN

Yes it is raining this morning. I will walk around imside,

ENJOYMENT

I enjoyed my day. Three friends visited in the morning and in the afternoon there was music and entertainment. I am looking forward to supper and talkimg with friends, I think tyler and aslin are leaving to night, It was wonderful to see them,

Welcome

Rick is pickpng me up to drive over to the home of Sandra and Randy. to visit with Tyler and Aslyn and Leah and Craig and the girls Astid and Ophelia, I enjoyed my visit very much, and was so happy to see everyone, What a wonderful family.

SURPRISE

I was very surprised,to,open mydoor and see Tyler amd Aslin waiting there. I not think they were going to come. Had a wonderful visit.

Visiters

Looking forward to visiters Yes Tyler and Aslin No visiters yet. Going to lunch.

Getting Out

Thanks Sandra for taking me out. I really enjoyed going to the store and the library,

Busy Day

Yes I have had a busy day watching Sandra do all the work of shopping I am so thankful for my children who help me and stay in touch. I AM SITTING AT MY COMPUTER AND A BEE IS TRYING TO GET IN MY WINDOW, I did not mean to do it all in capital. The two ducks are back swiming in out pond. They come back every year and there will be babies soon. Then the male duck takes off. I will have a big walk after my tunny gets a little less full.

Everything

Eveerything went well today. The drive into town was smooth, We did not have to wait long for the dentist. She explained everything and now it is up to me to get use to this mouth of mine, It will take a while, I ate a bit of supper tonight, The pudding was good, I am so thankful that Sandra can drive me.

VISITERS

Cathy and Glen are dropping by

MUSIC

Yes there was a small earth quake I enjoyed another musical Friday afternoon, A man and lady singing some of the old favorites. I enjoyed a bowl of popcorn and singing along. LOts of fun. Teen age girls came over from the school to help serve everyone, This day has flown by, Time for supper. Still mashed That is okay I do want to be careful.

HOCKEY

What an exciting hockey game!

Friendship

Thinking about my dear old friend Jane, lots of good memori\es.

BUSY

A busy happy day, Nice to hav Sandra drop by bringing snacks and juice.etc. I hope I have remembered this correctly. I went to morning and afternoon activities which were a lot of fun, I can be as busy as I feel like being.

GRAY

YES another gray day, Ihave lots to be thankful for I just sometimes forget what it is. I can choose to be happy so that is what I will do A morning walk will help.

RESTFUL

Going to have a restful day today. Rick you should too.

DONE

Fineshed all my tasks with the help of Sandra, Thanks dear, Had a nice long talk with carol yesterday. She is happy saying at the ranch for now. Will enjoy music this afternoon here at fleetwood..

HELLO

It will be a quiet day for me, Alba I would love to have lots of hugs from you. I sure miss you all,

Sunday

Ultra Sound on my legs at 10

UNEXPECTED

Am unexpected phone call saying I have an appointment om Sunday for an ultra sound test on my legs. I do not know why. I HOPE Sandra or Rick can take me on Sunday toimmie Paterson. We had a fun party here at fleetwood this afternoon. I am not doing well with typing,

SUNDAY

I will need a ride on Sunday to Jimmie Patterson for an ultra sound of my legs. I do not know why,

LOVED

hAPPY TO RECEIVE A CARD FROM Kim ans a letter from Alba. This made my day. I love you both with all my heart, My new dentures are horrible but I have been putting them in again this morning. Yes they say I will get used to them,

UNCOMFORTABLE

I am finding my new teeth uncomfortable hard to eat and drink. I am hoping it will get better.

ACTIVE

Yes I am trying to kr=eep active I went to the excorcise class in the morning and later to a craft group In the afternoon I went for a walk, It was cold but very enjoyable. NOW I am like everyone else waiting for supper.

EXCITMENT

A exciting morning first Rick and Spenser arrived. Then theresa and Kim and Theresa s friend They were on the way to the airport. Kim was flying home. Yes a quick visit. It was a happy time. Right now I have a headache, not because I missed lunch, which I did not. I am noy thinking well. Kim went and picked it up for me.

Another sunny day.

I had a wonderful visit with Oliver and his beautiful girlfried. |I am sorry I have forgotten her name but I will find it out. They enjoyed skiing in thr beautiful mountains of Alberta, A great day for a good long walk. Looking forward to a visit from Rick and Spener A busy time for Rick moving into a place of his own.

SUNSHINE

The sunrise helps to make me feel happy, No one really wants to be here but we all know it is the best place for us now, I have good friends and good meals I do feel lonely at times. but I am choosing to feel happy. Enjoyed VISIT with Oliver and his giflfriend. A special couple

Dull

 A dull day.  I sit at my table alone,  My friend is away today.  All activities have been cancelled.  It is very quiet here,

INTERESTING DAY

Word games  in the morning,  Music in the afternoon and a movie  to night,

SAD NEWS

Very sad news.  Ken my partner at meals passed away today.  We  were good friends and I will really miss him,  His breathing had gotten very bad so it would be a blessing,  It will seem very strange to sit at the table with out hum.

But one is never ready to hear bad news, I feel very sad,

I did not sleep well but I did go down and take part in the exercise  class this morning,

Bible study this afternoon,

Still snowing

There is a group called tea and chat at 10.  It is not snowing now,

COLDER

It is getting very cold.  I had a short walk outside and was chilled to the bone,  I will need my winter coat,  hat and gloves.

Enjoyed a visit from Rick and Spenser. It is always a happy time.  Rick is still a bit unhealthy I think,

 

Ken who sits at meals with me is in who sits with me  is in hospital..  I am praying for him.  He has bad lungs and is looking very frail

Time for me to go to supper.  I am not enjoying it because it is all mushed up.  Does not look too appetizing. It is what I need until I get my top teeth.  I appreciate their thoughtfulness.

WHITE

 I wake up to a white world.  Roof tops all covered in snow.  The ground is also looking cold and white,  I will walk around inside first.  Maybe in the afternoon I will do a walk outside,

Sorry Rick I missed your call,  I think it means you are on the way,  I do need a few things at the store, like milk,  I appreciate help.

Winter

 Looks and feels like winter,  .snow on all the roof tops.  Still snowing,  Looks pretty but cold,  They are predicting lots of snow

Had a good talk to Ken yesterday,  Having a fun time with the visit of Carol and Panteli,  

I am reminded a sense of humor is so important in life.

Talked to Rick this morning.  He may not visit on Monday if the roads are not okay,

Stranger

 He was a stranger who arrived in our lunch room.  He was not happy with the menu and he was told he could leave,  I do not blame the servers as they do their best to keep us happy,  This has never happened before.  He had to sit at a separate table.

The morning had started with heavy rain and a few snow flakes,  I think it was too cold to walk outside

I read books and visited with people down stairs,  There is always some one to talk to. 

Lots of beautiful clouds lit up by the evening sun looking out my window

I have felt cold all day so have extra sweaters on.

Had a good visit on the phone with Ken hearing all about the visit with Carol and Panteli.

Rick

 How are you?  Do you remember to take food with your pills?

Dull and Rainy

 Off to get my top teeth put in with Sandra driving me

SNOW

 There is talk that we may get snow,  Not until the week end,

Sad news about the airplane crash I hope it was  not the air traffic controllers fault.

It is a stress full job.

Sorry you are not feeling well Rick.  Good that Sandra filled in for you.  Rest if you can.

SADNESS AND JOY

 Life is full of sadness and joy,  The best part is when we share our lives with others,  WE are not alone.  Looking forward to a visit with Rick and Spenser.  

Also there is Tea and Talk in the lobby area,

FRIENDS

 I make a new friend in the morning at church,  Her husband just died this year too.

I have a visit with Lou in her room before I am off to bed.

New friends every day

MONDAY

The morning begins with a shower which tires me out, so I go back to bed for awhile.  I m lucky I can do what ever I feel like, 

BINGO

 I won one dollar at Bingo.  Off for a walk now,

SATURDAY

Always things to do.  Exercise class in the morning.  I may go to or I may go out for a walk.  Then Bingo after lunch and an art class with the young girls later.  They think everything I do is great but it really is not.  But I keep trying and try to keep busy,   Robbie Burns Day.

TOWN HALL

They were just talking about plans for the future,  Did anyone object or have better ideas.  We all agreed.

It seemed to me not much was changing,

SMARTER

IT took awhile yesterday for the guys to cover the hole the mouse was getting in.  Will he find another one we will see  Happy no mouse this morning,  

Expecting Rick and Spenser.

Walking weather

 

I enjoyed walking over to the library with Rick and Spenser. I was not expecting to have my picture taken

DRAGONS

 I had a quiet day today.  Went on several walks.  Cool but not raining,

This afternoon a knock on my door and there was a dragon staring at me.  This is for the New Year. they went around door to door to cheer us up,

We laugh a lot and that is good.  Even my girl friend is doing better.  She worries too much like many of us do.  There are always things we can worry about,  She is happy talking to me.  I am a good listener,

Right now I feel good and nothing is worrying me.

Rick is going to take me to the library,  I enjoy that.

Reality

 I am loved

I am strong

I am not alone I have family and friends,

I do not expect any visitors today,

The reality is that I still have times when I feel very lonely.

SUNSHINE

 Another beautiful sunrise,  Sunny days help me feel good..  The girl at my table is not adjusting well,  Now she is not even coming to meals,  I see her at the front door and she promises me she will come for supper.  Every time she goes across  the road to see her husband she comes back with tears in her eyes and is very unhappy.

I know what a difficult time it can be but we have to adjust to it.

I had a good day out with Sandra yesterday,  We ended up doing a bit of grocery shopping.  I bought things that make me feel happy,  Why not?

I will try to make an effort to go to the morning work out.  

Looking forward to a visit from Ric and Spenser.

QUIET

 I like having things to do and places to go but I also like quiet days,  I do not think I did not do much today,

I am a little worried about my friend who I eat meals with,  

She is worried about her husband who lives in the building across the way.

Life has problems.

Sunrise

 A beautiful sunrise lights up thee clouds outside my window,  Should be another sunny day,  Expecting a visit from Sandra,

FORGETFUL

 I am becoming very forgetful and it annoys me,  I am having trouble remembering birthdays something I always liked to do  I have a ew cards on hand and a few stamps.  I need a lot of "Sorry I forgot your birthday cards" Sandra is coming over on Sunday so maybe she can help me

L love all my children and grandchildren and great grandchildren and I do think about you all,  I love to hear news of how you are doing,

Yes it is no fun getting old and forgetful,   One minute I remember the next I forget, 

We  are all doing our best.

Another beautiful sun rise.

TRAVEL

 Last night I was traveling in my dreams,  I was a young girl rollar skating.  I was having a lot of fun just like I did way back then,

I am traveling with Sandra  into town about my dentures  I am not all that excited.,. Just feel old but I am old so that is not surprisimg.  All went well. measurements were taken.

Went to the singing.

WELL DONE

 Rick has just left.  He did a lot of laundry and is happy to be busy. It was a good day,

BETTER

 Yes I am going to have a better day today.  Yesterday was the worse.  I started having cramps whe I was  sitting in Bible Study class.  I had no choice but to leave.  I was very sick.  I do not know why,  The nurse came to question me and I had no answeers.

Today I am thankful I feel much better,

Finally

 Finally they came up to check my mouse problem.

I went to Bible study but had to leave I had a very bad stomach ache,

I will not go to supper tonight,

EARLY

 Awake  early.  All is quiet here.I am eating blue jello.  It does not taste like anything.I could go down for breakfast but I do not.Too early for even the early birds.  No plans for todday.  Had a nice young student visit me yesterday asking questons,  It was fun,  I think I will go back to bed. I want to be warm.

CHILLY

 Chilly on my morning walk;  I will join the chat group at 10, lots of fun.

Another sunny day and another good walk.

ONE BY ONE

 One by one others are getting sick.  It may be just a cough but they are confined to their rooms.  One of the people at my table is  now not well.  It is still a happy place to be.  I am happy to have my meals prepared for me.   A good group of healthy people. still.

Last night it was only me sitting at my table.

ENJOYABLE

 Enjoyed a fun visit with Ben and Theresa,  Had lots of good goodies

Full moon tonight,

FUN

 Had a fun day today,   Sandra came  f\or a visit   I have too many books,  Returned them down stairs.

Also enjoyed the muffins Sandra brought,

Joined a painting clsss after she left.

THANKFUL

 Yes I have a lot to be thankful for.  Good family good food and good friends,  

O.K.

 The girl from the dining room came to check to see why I was not there.  I explained my mouth was just too sore.  I did go for lunch and had mushy food.  I was also too tired tonight

I am hopimg to hsve a better sleeep tonight,

RESTING

 Had a very bad sleepless night.  Resting today,  Not going for supper,

A day at a time

 Another cool day.  Need to go for a walk. I wish I could have toast and cereal for breakfat but it is yogurt  again.  

I use to think I felt old but now I know how it really feel.

It takes humility to grow in understanding life,

QUESTIONS

 I believe it is too much for Rick to be coming all the way here to look after me by doing shopping and laundry,  Does anyone have answers,?

Mouth still very sore.

PROGRESS

Rick has to wait to see his doctor until Feb. 7.  Hopefully Shandel is out of hospital.  My mouth is still sore.  I am thankful they mush up my food.

 Thankful to have Rick and Spenser come for a visit.  My laundry is done and my shopping.

Good Therapy

 Writing in my blog I consider as good therapy.  It starts my brain working or at least focusing,  I had a good day yesterday going out with Sandra to get my mouth measured,  What a foggy day to be driving into town.  I am glad Sandra is a good driver.  Everyone is kind and friendly at my appointment,

Rick and Spenser will be here on Wed.  He is feeling tired/0

I believe today will be another good day,  I am happy to be living  in a mouse feee enviroment,

I hope and pray it will be a little better for Shandel and Cameron.

 Life can be tough but we can get tougher.  Be brave young lovers where ever you are.

Make the best of our abilities as we start a New Year.

WARM

 Thankful for my nice warm room.  A cozy place to have visiters.   Hugs as they entered and hugs as they leave so thankful for visiters,

No unwelcome guests this morning.  I

No this is not my room but Samdra's but what a picture,

Chris comes to visit

 

Family is so very important to me. so I was so pleased Rick brought Christopher for a visit.  He is looking good and has a busy life.  Working takes a lot of time but it is all good.  I am always so happy to see family, I really enjoyed their visit,

Rick seemed to get rid of the mouse.  He put some traps and he will check them again on Tuesday,  He usually comes Monday but Sandra is taking me to an appointment.

Thanks Rick for taking the picture and thanks Sandra for putting it on here.

Nice to talk to Carol and Kenny on the phone.  Carol and Panteli seem to be having a great time.

I feel a lot more relaxed.  Life is good.

MOUSE

 The mouse is back.  Maybe I should move  into Carol and Panteli's?  I get out quite a lot.  Even if just to walk around.  

Visiters

 I always enjoy having visiters.  Two friends came on Thursday and Rick and Chris come tomorrow.

GRAY

 The sky is gray and so is my mood.  A mouse climbs up on my chesterfiold and I run and hide in my room. Whoops had to go back for my coffee.   So much for this wonderful New Year,