NASTY

Our weather is suppose to turn nasty.

Cold and windy.

Dad ran into a nasty lady at the M&M store today.  He had been looking at the flyer and everything looked so good.  He was all excited about getting some things and having them if company came over.  He thought maybe Carol and Panteli would want to watch the Super bowl.  They had other plans.

So he phoned to make sure they were open.  He put on his mask and jumped in the car.  The car battery was dead again.  Very annoying.  He got it going and happily went on his way to the store.  Going inside he asked if they had the flyer and the cranky lady said no the flyer was in the window.  That's okay he replied and looked it all over and had decided what to buy.

While he was outside three young boys came in looking at things.  Dad opened the door to come in and was told he would not be allowed in as only three people are allowed in at once.  He could feel nasty energy coming from her.  He had had enough so he left.

He arrived home when Sandra arrived with the groceries she had picked up for us.  Always fun to look and see what others have purchased.  She had done an excellent job and even through in some special items.  Dad started to feel better.

We watched the game but it was not a good game as one team was winning with a lot of points.

Dad is having some discomfort and it is wearing him done.  We keep hoping things will improve.

Spenser escaped when I was saying good-bye to a friend.  We had a nice visit on the front sunny porch.

He goes right up to our neighbor's Core and Natasha and barks at their door.  They let him in.  It is good they think he is loveable too.

I have lots to do and I take my time doing it.  Day by day.

 

START

A lot to do.  Where do I start?

I started by doing nothing.

I did start a new book.

Another lovely sunny day!

As usual I start with a walk with Mr. Spenser.

 

CURIOUS

It is good to be curious about how life works.

I am curious about a fake kitchen

but it looks like Rick did a good job.

It was good that both Sandra and Carol got the filters for Rick.

I am curious about what dad's test will tell us.  I hope Ken can get some answers.  I hope Malena enjoys going out for supper.  Are they going to shut things down because they have one case of Covid?

Every morning early we get strange phone calls.  We usually do not answer but if we do a strange voice starts talking.

I found another book I like in the book nook and I am curious about who these people are who put them  in.

Curiosity  helps your brain make new path ways.  Curiosity stimulates the spirit that is open to all the different religions who are all searching for the truth.

Jesus told his followers to be like a little child.

They ask a lot of questions about everything.

They have great imaginations.

They are full of wonder.

We have to get some batteries before we can use the /Dr. Ho circulation device.

Thanks Carol for bringing it over.

It would be wonderful if it helps dad's feet.

Being curious is a way of being more present in the moment.

I am making a lot of mistakes so time to call it a day! 

LEFT BEHIND

Yes Spenser and I were left behind

standing at the door watch dad and Sandra drive off.

I was thankful dad was being driven and would get

to his appointment on time.

Sandra had scouted out the route.

I did want to go too.

Yes all went well and dad sailed right through it all.

Meanwhile Ken was also at the doctor's getting an Ultra Sound.

They both will have to wait to get the results.

Spenser and I went for a walk but it had started to rain and it was cold and neither one of us enjoyed it, After a short rest I started reading but after I realized I had not remembered it at all.

I knew dad was worried before he left and I had absorbed some of that worry.  We do worry about what our future will be.  I was so happy to hear dad's cheerful voice when he was on the way home.  Dad was happy to have some sandwiches to eat on the way home.  This was Sandra's good idea.

We are not going to worry about the results

but just be happy to be together.

Thanks Ken reminding dad of the hockey game.  Too bad another loss.

 

JOURNEY

I am hopeful through loving prayer

our journey towards healing will continue.

Both dad and Rick are on this journey.

Kenny also is having health problems.

Rick is making good progress and we are delighted.  We look forward to seeing him soon.

Dad had a difficult day fasting because he felt so hungry  He is having a final drink of Ensure.  He cannot drink after midnight. He has gotten more miserable as the day went on.

Ken was also fasting until his evening meal.  I hope he is able to find help with his health situation.

Our journey can take months but we realize that there is not one simple pill that can make us better.  We need the strength and courage that faith and hope are still alive.

Sandra picks us up at 11 in the morning to drive to the hospital for the test.

We certainly want answers.

BRIGHTEN

Many things come along to brighten our day.

Tiny little snowdrops for one,

Spenser and I did are whole walk

before the rain started.

Carol dropped by to brighten our morning after taking the guitar up to Rick's place.  She had a good check up at the eye doctor's that her eye sight is good.

She may be going to work in the Grand Cayman in September.  She loves the bright sunny days there.

We will miss her but think it is good she does this while she still can.  

After we got home from the White Spot there was a message from Rick.  Very good news to brighten our hearts that he is improving an may come home next week.  He can walk with the walker and do a few steps.

Wonderful news!

A learning experience for all of us as we make adjustments and work through stuff.

"The universe is full of magical things, that can brighten up the dullest days, patiently waiting to be discovered."  Eden Philliipots

We went into the Whitespot and it was raining and when we came out the sun was shining.

Yes we all have our own path to follow as we live each day with kind thoughts and loving hearts!

 

CREDIBILE

"Praise and blame, gain and loss, pleasure and sorrow come and go like the wind.  To be happy. rest like a giant tree in the midst of them all"  The Budda

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It feels very incredible to have each one in our family.

We help each other when times are tough.

We will continue to support and care as a family.

A family provides us with a sense of belonging.

Yes so today I phone the clinic about getting a bladder check.  I was told I would not be able to talk to Dr. Nolte until the end of Feb.  The receptionist said I could have a phone appointment with the Walk in clinic later in the day.

I filled in the time making corn meal muffins.  I dumped too much vanilla in and they had a bitter taste.  So I just had to put more jam on them.

Dad has been wanting to go to Home Depot to buy some support handles.  He did that while I took Spenser for a walk to the park.  I took several books over and picked up one called "Advice Not Given."  I think in our family it might be advice not taken.  

A very nice doctor phoned and is taking care of this.

Dad had a pretty good day.  Made himself pancakes for supper.  He has been craving pancakes.

Me all I crave is popcorn.

Yes we are all different but incredible in our own way and even more incredible when we work together as a team!  !