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Title: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on January 15, 2018, 03:18:18 AM


Soda Shoppe

for  January 15, 2018


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Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on January 15, 2018, 03:19:41 AM
A woman called our airline
customer-service desk asking if she could take her dog on board.

“Sure,” I said, “as long as you provide your own kennel.” I further explained that the kennel needed to be large enough for the dog to stand up, sit down, turn around, and roll over.

The customer was flummoxed:
“I’ll never be able to teach him all of that by tomorrow!”

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on January 15, 2018, 03:20:25 AM
After i-messaging back and forth with my wife, I jokingly commanded Siri to pass along this message: “You need to get back to work now; you have a husband to support.”

Here’s what Siri sent: “You need to get back to work now; you have a has-been to support.”

John Brown, Jenks, Oklahoma
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: halkel on January 15, 2018, 05:49:03 AM
Okay, it's 430 in the morning and I had to take care of some business and I have to call front desk to come escort me to the bathroom.  I have this young lady who wanted to stand in doorway while I peed in a bottle, they measure everything, I ask here is she would mind giving me a little privacy, the won't let me shut the door.  Sbe obliged me.  And escorted me back to bed, i told here I wanted to sit up for awhile.  Good thing lady came in and took vitals and the vampire came by and drew blood.

Thank all of you for the thoughts and prayers.  God has truly blessed me by giving me friends such as you.

June they are giving me breathing treatments.  Don't know what drug they are using.

Weather is suppose to make drastic change tomorrow and not for the better. Calling for cold, rain, sleet and snow.  Doubt we will get much of the latter.

I am going to try and get some more sleep.  Talk to you later.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 15, 2018, 06:13:32 AM
Good morning everyone..

Hal, one doesn't get much privacy in a hospital ,you even get to wear I  C U gowns and if you don't hold the opening closed ICU!!!

We are off to the city this morning, a fun trip, no appointments. I am dropping off two quilt tops ,picking up a quilt that needs the binding sewn on and hope to meet up with David and Julie for lunch. May check out the new Marks Work Warehouse store it is to be the largest in Canada now. They opened and Sears closed.

Temp is -2  ° can live with that ,but can't wait till we get Spring. I know one shouldn't wish time away as it seems to go very fast now.

Bubble, thank you for the new page and the giggles this morning..

Jane, hope your new battery came in today.


Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: phyllis on January 15, 2018, 07:36:58 AM
Hal, let the hospital take care of you.  That is what they do best when it's an emergency.  Hope that you will soon be able to come home where you are more comfortable.

I got out of bed this morning so everything must be OK.   :thumbup:  Will be very happy when Mother Nature quits messing around with the thermometer.  But, I'm grateful to have a warm house and plenty of warm clothes to put on.

Breakfast is calling and after that the washer and dryer are waiting to get started on their jobs.  It may be a holiday for schools and banks but the every day chores still need to be done and so I will get busy with that later.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 15, 2018, 08:10:52 AM
Good Morning everyone. it is 19º @6:47 AM. headed for 33º today wend chill they are saying in the single digits. we had a tad bit more  snow. must be Shirley's fault came from her direction. I have a fire in the fire place down stairs. I will feed the cows and keep the fire going down stairs and watch a good western. I have a good recliner down there. Hall glad you got in hospital taking care of you. just drool about the young laddie. like the one neighbor laddie told her friend don't worry about your husband chasing her, like old sheep chasing the car he couldn't drive if he cought it either. Have a great day.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 15, 2018, 08:27:24 AM
Well, I managed to sleep in a bit this morning and then discovered that I had not made dog food last night as I should have.  So that chore is done and the dogs have had breakfast and are outside making a yard deposit.  I have a minute to say....

GOOD MORNING EVERYFRIEND!  I wish you a day full of whatever suits your fancy.  I will be calling WM Automotive as soon as I'm finished here and if my battery came in overnight, that's my plan for today.    Since there's no school today, I might pick up Kiran this afternoon so we can "hang out".  I also have the stuff set out to bake "Christmas Cookies" if I decide the time is right.  I just read back over what I wrote and I've decided this is a big "IF" day for me.  If the battery came in; if Kiran wants to come over' if I feel like baking....

Enjoy your day, feel better, stay well, breathe happy, walk slowly, think fast!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 15, 2018, 09:50:25 AM
 Hi Everyone. We have a very crisp but sunny day here in South Carolina and are not to get above the mid-40's after getting down into the mid-20's last night.  I plan on staying inside and warm today.  Nothing on the calendar that demands particular attention so will just work on some non-priority projects here in my office.  Pat's congestion is breaking up a bit but she is still coughing.  It doesn't seem to have turned into a cold. 

Our men's group, with the help of some of the women in the Church, will do the annual Project Warm this coming Friday and Saturday.  They hope to work on 8 or 9 houses that need repair for people who cannot afford to handle the repairs.  The supplies needed are paid for by one of the charities here and the Church supplies the labor.  This is the 7th or 8th year are men's group has done this on an annual basis.

Joy, it sounds like you had a delightful time with your grandson and his little family.  I think kids (and adults-at least some of them) love coloring books and books to read.  It sounds like you have a good arrangement for your son picking up and delivering your groceries. 

Mycheal, very nice comments about Jeanne.

Hal, I had missed seeing your posting about the heart attack and being in the hospital.  Sure glad the second blood test came back better than the first.  I hope you will soon be out of the hospital and home to recover.  Glad to read that Steven is now out of the hospital.  I long ago learned there is no privacy in the hospital and one doesn't get much real rest.  :)

Amy, it sounds like you have a busy day planned. What does the Marks Work Warehouse store sell?

Phyllis, I found when I retired that there were really very few holidays as almost everyday seems the same, such as today. 

Jane, aren't you getting a pretty early start on your "Christmas Cookies"?  :)  Hope WM has the battery you need today and you soon have your car running. 

Jane, I am sure you are anxious to hold that new Great Granddaughter and to visit with your daughter and family in Texas.  Spring will soon be here.

June, nice to read that yesterday was a better day for you. 

Shirley, I think we need to stay with  website like the Mayo Clinic or the Cleavland Clinic or some of the other respected medical sites when reading about health problems.  I had forgotten about Jeanne Lee's involvment with the women's organization of the VFW. 

Bubble, thanks for getting us started with a fresh page for the 15th.  That is a beautiful graphic.  I liked your jokes. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: CallieOK on January 15, 2018, 10:08:52 AM
Merry Monday,  Everyfriend,

Bubble, thanks for the new page.  Fun to see a joke from an "Okie"  (the fellow from Jenks, which is a suburb of Tulsa and known for its antique shops).

Hal,  I suspect the young lady didn't like her duty any more than you did.  Hope today goes well for you.

The weather gurus say we may have snow some time in the next 48 hours. 

When I told about the good "file cabinet session" I forgot to mention that my other son stopped by with a pair of T V Ears he'd ordered for me from one of those magazine ads.   The "test run" was fantastic and I'm looking forward to starting regular use now that they've charged overnight as directed. 

Wishing Everyfriend Everywhere an Enjoyable Day.  Stay warm.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 15, 2018, 10:30:49 AM
Good morning everyone, when I pulled the shades up I stood there watching lazy snowflakes falling. Was surprised to see a dusting on the ground and then just watched how easily they were floating down. Nothing on yesterday's forecast about snow until Wednesday.

GLORIA de  I think everyone has a pity party at times as we age and remember days when we were younger and all our families were alive and well.

LLOYD  when I was driving I always gave those big 18 wheelers a lot of room. They are a lot bigger than what I was driving. Pulling a small trailer was bad enough so I always gave those drivers my respect and the room they need.

JUNE  I know about being too tired to eat. Every time I try coo‌king I am too worn out to eat.

HAL  what a shock to read y our post from yesterday. You are a tough ole guy so you will be home soon. I will be one of the many praying for you. I know you will not give the doctors and nurses a hard time even if you want to go home ASAP. Thank you for letting us know.

JUNE  thank you. Regina doesn't sound worried at all, she has faith in God to help. Of course she never told me till after the surgery that is was cancer. I just wish I could be there with her.

CALLIE  thank you. Regina and her health are about all I can think of these days.

SHIRLEY  thank GOD for Skype. At least I can see her and talk to her every day. She does look good and she is not worried about it. She never was good at hiding her feelings, at least not with me. I do not know about other papers but here one has to pay to have an obit put in the paper. I have to my family I do not want one nor any wake or hoopla.

BUBBLE  thanks for the new page and the jokes.

HAL  taking care of business is hard when you do not have privacy.

AMY  TV says 20° here and looks like the snow has stopped.

PHYLLIS  lately I feel that as long as I can get out of bed in the morning it will be a good day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on January 15, 2018, 10:34:39 AM
Good day Soda Shoppers!
I see no one is sharing goodies anymore :( 
I haven't been baking lately, so have nothing to other either. Let's dream of cyber pancakes with lots of maple syrup...

Hal, sorry to hear you are making a surprise visit to the hospital. But it is good that you were quickly taken care of.  Hopefully you will be soon back to normal after that experience. Just follow the orders, try not to find the time too long and think about it as just another enriching  ;)   hurdle thrown in by life.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 15, 2018, 11:07:16 AM
LARRY, you must have missed my post back in December where I said that, in the interest of saving time, I'd decided to put off the baking of Christmas cookies until January when I would have more time.  I plan to eat them as they come out of the oven.

Bubble, when I get around to it, I'll stick some in the Hidey Hole to share.

Two guys, one of them my son, came and took my car away to get a battery in it.  Then my son called to say they had to get one from another of their stores because they didn't have the right one.  I'll have my car back around 2:30.  Hopefully, it will be willing to work for a while after that.  I sure wish I could get a new battery in me! 

They also deposited a new microwave on the floor of my dining room and took my old dead one away.  I cleaned up the cubby hole and I'm ready to have it in there when they bring the car back.  In the meantime, I'll have to relearn how to boil water on top of the stove.  And how to heat stuff in the oven.  I don't think it's very hard  ;D

Gloria, we're getting some of those lazy snowflakes too but they're not laying anywhere except on the old snow in the grass.

Callie, Jenks is where my granddaughter, grandson-in-law and soon to be Great Granddaughter live.  Maybe on the way north from Dallas or South back to Dallas, we can have lunch.  Would we be passing through, around or near OKC on the way?

I have the washer ready to go so I guess I'll go throw some clothes in there.  Enjoy your day, everyone.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: CallieOK on January 15, 2018, 11:26:39 AM
Jane,  now I remember that your family lives "on the east side".   Unfortunately,  it would be about 100 miles out of the way for us to meet for lunch. 

I'm getting way too good at procrastinating!!!!!   

Get busy, Callie!!!!!!   Oh, all right!   :sulk:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Carol on January 15, 2018, 12:55:10 PM
Hal:  Good to see your post - I missed the part where you went in for a heart problem.  Keep on keeping on...

Bubble:  Love your beautiful flowers and that little joke is a winner! 

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 15, 2018, 02:49:47 PM
CALLIE, I refuse to procrastinate!  That means that you eventually have to deal with them.  I just file things in my "forgettery".
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 15, 2018, 03:00:37 PM
My Car's back with a new battery and no bill and it was accompanied by a new microwave oven that was my Christmas present from my son and his family. 

And I just sat here in my nice warm house and waited!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 15, 2018, 03:01:52 PM
I am going to work backwards on your good posts. First of all I want to say how very, very much I appreciate and love you all. We are truly a family. One that truly loves and cares and can so easily associate all your feelings and joys and sorrows. I thank our God for all of you. I truly love you my cyber family.

Gloria. I wish you could live here as my neighbor. I know how we would get along,not living in one another's pocket, but enjoy  dining  together, and sharing our feelings. I am so confident that Regina will be just fine. God loves her and has plans for  the rest of her life here on earth.

Larry, thank you for you kind thoughts.  I pray your Pat will heal quickly and  be able to enjoy each day of her life. I can't believe how quickly a small illness can drag on for weeks.

Hal, I find the breathing treatments are really important. I had decided to quit as I felt so good…it didn't take long for me to realize my error. I do one in the morning..15 minutes, and then another before I go to bed at night. I am so glad you have your computer with you Hal. we need you.

Bubble, dear one, thank you for our new page. We had hedges of lilacs in Minn. where I grew up, so I look at your page, and take a deep breath.

Nearly time to head downstairs for lunch, so I will send a wave to you all, and see you again later.  :smitten:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 15, 2018, 03:07:53 PM
Good afternoon, just turned the heat up, I cannot seem to get warm.

Gloria, that is so nice, that you can actually see your daughter, I know that makes you feel better. Prays still going to her.

Hal, sure was surprised to read your post.  Get Well soon, I will say a pray for you.

Jane, so happy to read your good news.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 15, 2018, 03:13:26 PM
We are home and more than ready to do nothing. Gosh that is tiring going to town and we only went in Marks which is rather big and Larry it is a clothing store plus .Larry the kids gave me the rest of my Christmas gift a collection of fabric from Missouri Qulits in one of their bags. Pat will know that name if she has ordered from them Lovely dragon fly fabric!!

https://www.marks.com/en/home-page.html

I went into Fabricland and came out with nothing, then we met up with the kids for lunch. Had great company and delicious food. On the way home I ran into Giant Tiger  for parsnips ,celery and found some tops for me.

Jane I am so happy to read you are up and running with your car, no not starting now for you!! A new microwave is a great gift!

I don't want any supper, too many shrimp in my tummy. ..



Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 15, 2018, 03:14:36 PM
Gloria de, I am the same today, can't get warm no matter how hard I try...have a good fire going but I am going to give it another poke to smarten it up :)
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: CallieOK on January 15, 2018, 04:43:08 PM
Jane,  my "forgettery" is full so I had to switch to "procrastinate"    :D

Hooray for the new battery with no bill PLUS a new microwave!!!!
:clap: for your son and family!!!

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 15, 2018, 05:07:27 PM
CALLIE, with a little forethought, I banged a hole in my "forgettery" so it never fills up.  Of course, my practical daughter sometimes reminds of something that slipped through and wiggled it's way over to her house. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 15, 2018, 07:10:30 PM
Had a good lunch downstairs, then a walk, then over to the club house for a good movie. Saw the first section of "The Best Years of our Lives". Now THAT was a good movie. Next Monday we will see the other half.

I really need to do a grocery order. My pantry shelves are showing more shelf than food stock. Nothing special to do tomorrow morning so perhaps I will do the shopping. I never promise to do anything anymore, never knowing what the body will allow. Right now it is telling me to lay down and read and sleep.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Denver on January 15, 2018, 10:40:11 PM
Good evening EVERYFRIEND. 

THANK YOU, BUBBLE, for our new SS and for the cute stories to start us off. 

HAL, sorry to read what is going on with you.  Feel better and get home to recoup as soon as you can! 

Yippee, JANE.  New battery at no cost to you and a new microwave oven.  I think a nice Christmas Cookie would sure taste good right about now.  Sounds like you have a good plan. 

We brought our Granddaughter Kate home to spend the night with us, last night.  It was so nice to have her here.  We took her home about 2 PM as she had to go to her dance class as she has a competition this coming Saturday.

It snowed here and the roads were very icy this morning.  There will be no melting as the temps are very low.  We need moisture so badly.  I just do not like the frigid temps with no moisture. 

I wish you all a good new get. ,pleasant dreams to all.

Jenny
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 15, 2018, 10:49:02 PM
Time to say goodnight and God be with you through the night. He is always as close as a thought or a prayer. We are so
Blessed.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 15, 2018, 11:13:14 PM
The snow is still drifting gently down and is supposed to continue through the night and most of tomorrow.  Weatherbug says there will only be an accumulation of 3 to 4 inches.  We shall see!

Good night my friends.  Sleep tight and don't let the bed bugs bite.  My grandmother used to say that to us when we were little kids!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 16, 2018, 03:09:16 AM
Jane S that is good all grandmothers used to have same good Night saying about the bed bugs, even tho we never had any. Had a  neighbor that had the experience with them tho. folks would not let us children go close to them for  a while when they getting rid of them. well I am back to bed got a good drink of water,fixed the dry mouth for a while. we only had a short 2" of snow. that is enough ok with me if you let it warm up and get moisture in form of rain. this old Man is tired of having to chop ice for the cattle to drink. good night and sweet dreams.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 16, 2018, 03:47:11 AM
Jane S I went in kitchen and re filled my large drinking cup with ice and water
On the way by the table I grabbed a blue  berry Muffin Nancy had made yesterday. I drink ice water year around. got to thinking of when we were small children when grand Mother was making  cake or cookies we would grab a spoon and take a bite of the doe. she would yell at us get out of that it will give you worms,that would take care of the doe grabbing for a while, but she would let us wipe out and lick the pan. hadn't learned the same dough we had been snitching. i now think it was because the cake/cookies would have been short on
Ingredient (maybe).

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 16, 2018, 06:39:07 AM
:hb2: :hb3: :hb2: :hb3: :Happy birthday Shirley, may you have a wonderful day  :hugs:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 16, 2018, 06:43:30 AM
Good morning everyone.

We did get a bit of snow overnight...just a skiff . VON comes today and then I need to run to the feed mill and get some bird seed, can't have the wee birds holding their tummy!

Lloyd, we would put a piece of insulation the foam kind not the batting over the water hole and put snow on top of that and when we needed to open the water hole up just remove the snow and insulation and you didn't have to chop ice.

Hope everyone has a wonderful day..

Tea/coffee is ready along with lemon cranberry muffins.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 16, 2018, 07:07:24 AM
Don't have much time this morning.  Early day at WM but I did want to wish Shirley...

:hb2:HAPPY BIRTHDAY AND MANY MORE TO COME!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: phyllis on January 16, 2018, 07:16:26 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SHIRLEY!

and stay warm.

Snow is expected here tomorrow so I'll be sure that we have what we need in the fridge and pantry.  I'll get over to BJ's later this morning to stock up, if necessary.  I need to renew my membership, too. The snow shouldn't stick around long since the temps. are supposed to be well above freezing later in the week.

Wondering how Hal is doing.  Hope he is improving and getting ready to go home.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 16, 2018, 08:00:33 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SHIRLEY! above all stay in and stay warm. yesterday even with a hood and gloves on my ear and fingers started stinging and feet started feeling cold. don't have a cab on tractor i feed with. i use my brothers tractor as it has a front end loader to un role the big bales with. it is currently -4º  @ 6:46 and  calling for only 10º today. I have wood on front porch. have a cart to haul it in with it has a crazy wheel on each end and little taller wheels full with in the middle it is about 5 foot long with standards on front end so makes a pile of wood 3.5 tall and 5 long at one time, lasts about two days in the fireplace.
I built doors and a insert in it with a blower on it. the doors keep sparks from popping out in the flour to cause a fire. it blows hot air out front.helps on tmp. down there. have a great warm day.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: halkel on January 16, 2018, 08:17:31 AM
Good morning everyone.  Not a good night, cough, cough.  Haven't seen doctor yet so no word on going home.  Oncoming nurse said she had to clear ice off windshield but tv reports are not that bad, I don't think.

Happy birthday pretty lady, Shirley.  Hope you have a good one to warm this cold day.

Everyone have a great day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 16, 2018, 09:01:48 AM
SHIRLEY
:hb2: :hb3: :hugs: :hb2:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 16, 2018, 09:04:45 AM
Good morning everyone, sun is shining but snow will be coming later and stay into morning according to the forecast. Who knows.

JANE  yesterday's snow did not last either but is was nice to watch some big flakes floating by my window. We have no more on the grass here, with th warmer temperatures and all the fog then rain we had only the piles from the plow are still around.

JUNE  I know we would be good friends if we lived near each other. Being in each others pockets is not the best way to be friends, you are right. I believe God will watch over Regina, not because she is my daughter but because she is a good caring person.

JANE  glad your car has a new battery. Wish a new battery could be installed in me so I could have some energy.

GLORIA de  I do love Skype, we see each other and she has taken her iPad around her new home and showed me what they have done in there. She takes it outside at times and shows me around her area. Only way I will ever see where they now live. Like you I am having a problem keeping warm this winter.

AMY  after shrimp who could want something else? I love shrimp.

LLOYD  just saw local weather report, this are might get 5 to 7 inches of new snow. I'll believe it when I see it.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Joy on January 16, 2018, 09:42:39 AM
Happy Birthday, Shirley.  Hope you have a great day  !!!!

Joy


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Joy on January 16, 2018, 09:53:34 AM
Good morning. 

We had a little bit of snow overnight, but supposed to get more later tonight and tomorrow morning.  Will make for slow traveling and delayed school openings.

I am so tired of winter, snow, cold, and everything else that goes with it.

I do plan on playing cards this evening.  I haven't played since before Christmas.  I have had a cough, but it is so much better, so I think I can play without any problems. 

Jane, hope you don't have any problems getting to work this morning.  The store will probably be busy with the snow prediction.  You know,  everybody has to have enough toilet paper and milk.

I need to get myself moving.  I know I have mentioned before that I am just not a morning person.  Really takes me so long to get myself moving along.  Have lots that I can do, but oh, I could just go back to bed.  I am reading a good book on my Kindle, so will read for a little while and hope that the sandman will not appear.

Have a great day !!!

Joy




Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Denver on January 16, 2018, 10:11:02 AM
:hb2: HAPPY BIRTHDAY :hb2:
SHIRLEY
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 16, 2018, 10:29:03 AM
 Hi Everyone.  It is another chilly but beautifully sunny day here in South Carolina and we will be getting into the mid-40's again this afternoon.  It seems to be the normal pattern here for a freeze at night but getting above freezing during the day.  The local weather said we have a chance to get a few snow flurries tomorrow morning during the drive time to work. 

Pat is quite ill with bronchitis.  Last night she got so weak that she had to call me out of a sound sleep to help her get up out of her chair and get into the bedroom. She was so weak she was shaking.  She is stronger this morning but still has a terrible cough and feels bad.  I don't think this is the flu as she has no other symptoms. I have no plans for today other than to be available to help her as she may need.

Callie, I hope you really enjoy the TV Ears.  I hope you don't get too much snow. 

Gloria, I try to leave a good distance between me and the driver in front so I have a little extra time to react if needed.  Glad you are able to see and speak with Regina every day and expect it also relieves her mind about how you are doing.  I think most papers now require a payment to publish an obit. 

Bubble, I will have some of those pancakes but will need sugar free syrup as find when I used regular syrup I feel very groggy for awhile. 

Jane, I had forgotten your writing about the Christmas cookies.  I hope you enjoy eating them and likely will as there is always so many desserts and other things to eat during the holidays. Glad your car now has a new battery.  I few days ago I bought a new battery for my son's car and it ended up costing $180 and he had a bit of a problem getting one that would work.  Wow, getting a new battery and a new microwave in one day and at no cost to you. Sometimes blessing come when lest expected.  It is hard to do without a microwave.  We use our daily. 

June, we had so many lilacs in Missouri where I grew up but guess they don't do well here as don't remember seeing any of them.  I hope you feel up to doing your grocery order today.

Amy, that sounds like a gift that Pat would enjoy.  She has bought many of the precut squares from Missouri Quilt Company and loves their magazine as it contains no advertising and is beautifully and colorfully presented.  Do you get the magazine?  Thanks for the link to the Marks company. 

Lloyd, I can remember having to chop a hole in the ice for the cattle to drink.  Like you I drink ice water year round. 

Shirley, Happy Birthday. 

Phyllis, I think we are to be on the very edge of the snow headed up your way from the West. 

Hal, is this your first heart attack?  Sorry to hear that getting the fluid off didn't lessen the coughing. 

Joy, we haven't played cards with friends since we moved here.  Pat does play Farkle with our granddaughter and son but I prefer to stay in my easy chair nearby.  I have started reading books on the Kindle app on my iPhone now that my eyes are fixed. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: CallieOK on January 16, 2018, 10:56:55 AM
:hb2:    :happybday: Shirley   :hb2: 


The sun is shining but my patio thermometer is sitting squarely on ZERO DEGREES!!!!  I don't think it was ever this cold in Leadville.  (That might have been because, at 10,200 feet above sea level, we were closer to the sun.)

Larry,  no snow in the forecast - just bitterly cold temperatures until the end of the week.  It's supposed to be 65º on Saturday.   :idiot2:

Sending gentle hugs to all who have health issues or are concerned about relatives with issues.
I apologize for not posting individual comments but please know you are all in my prayers and loving thoughts.

Wishing Everyfriend Everywhere an Enjoyable Day.

Edit:  Did anyone watch Good Morning America this morning and see fiddler/violinist Kyle Dillingham perform?
I just saw a video of his performance on Facebook - didn't see the actual program.
  He is a "local boy" and recently gave an informal concert at my church.  He is an amazing classical violinist as well as a "down home" fiddler.  I cannot believe how fast his arm and fingers move; they're just a blur.

It's warmed "all the way up" to 10 º at noon - headed for a "balmy" 21.  Weather girl on noon news had on her gloves and big parka to introduce the weather portion.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 16, 2018, 02:12:19 PM
wAL-MART was busy up the gazoo this morning.  I understand that the food stamps cards were refilled for our county and two of the surrounding counties today!  We're always swamped when that happens.  And I drew long counters for both halves of my shift.  I'M BEAT!  I sure hope there are a few zzzzs in the sofa waiting to be discovered!

The car started right up this morning and it's a good thing because I had a baseball bat handy and I was going to dim it's lights for sure if it didn't! 

I had a homemade meatball sandwich on a roll for lunch.  If anyone is interested, I put a couple in the hidey hole. 

Now I'm off to look for a dream...a nice gentle one with murmuring streams and murmuring breezes and lots of loving family gathered round!  I wish you all the same! :smitten:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 16, 2018, 02:22:30 PM
Happy Birthday, Shirley, may you have many more.

I'm late getting to S&F today as I had a haircut appointment this morning, then we went out to breakfast, and came home after that.  At 12:30 we left for my 1 pm doctor's appointment for my lame shoulder.  The doctor gave me a cortisone shot.  My age prevents me from having surgery for which I am thankful.  We got home about 2 pm and Tom can do what he wants to do and has to do the rest of the day.  I'm not going anywhere.  Other than my shoulder, I am feeling fine. 

I hope to hear some information from Hal as to his heart attack.  I feel it must  have been a shock to hear that from the doctor.  Get better quick, Hal.

I hope everyone else who is not feeling well will feel better soon.  The changeable weather is not good for anyone.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 16, 2018, 02:59:55 PM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU DEAR SHIRLEY ! REALLY ENJOY YOUR SPECIAL DAY !

I have enjoyed my day so far. Had a nice chat with one of my favorite nurses. She answered a bunch of questions for me. Then I stopped in to a program down stairs. One of our ladies has written a paperback book, and I want to buy one.She and her son both did Prison Ministries.

Larry I went through that terrible coughing your lady is doing now and it can be miserable....wears you out completely. My Dr. prescribed a new medicine and it healed me overnight. I will see if I can get a name for it.

I didn't sleep well last night, awake for two hours in the middle of the night.

I did get my grocery order sent in last evening so I will be getting a delivery between 2 and 3 this afternoon. I am paying full price for an hour period of delivery, but what the heck...I might as well spend a few extra dollars and relax. I'm worth it.

I'll be going back downstairs soon for lunch,then home to relax await my groceries.I'm sure a nap will occur also,to make up for last night. May all your prayers be answered and God's Peace cover you all. Hugs,June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Sandy on January 16, 2018, 06:09:28 PM
Good evening everyone.... 

Just got back from having a colonoscopy ...
Never my favorite thing to have... 

I am A OK .. have only a few polyps...  to be removed next year!
So I am very happy about that.... 

I sure am glad this is over with!

Happy Birthday Shirley!

Sandy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 16, 2018, 06:50:18 PM
I discovered a very important truism this afternoon.  In the winter, there are no zzzs lurking on the sofa!  They must get cold too because they are all in the nice, warm LL Bean throw hanging on the back of the sofa.  As soon as I put it over any part of my body, the zzzs are all over me and I can't resist them.  I'll have to try and remember that the next time.  I had a lovely nap!  I've had supper, the doggies have been fed and it's still snowing out there.  I hope they have it all cleaned up by a quarter of nine tomorrow morning.  That's when I have to leave for work.

Now I'm going to clean up the kitchen and veg out for the rest of the evening.  I hope you are all relaxing and enjoying your day....especially you, SHIRLEY!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 16, 2018, 07:56:54 PM
Groceries are delivered and put away. Had about a half hour nap, so it will be an early to bed for me. My eyes want to close already and its not even five o'clock.

I'm hoping Hal will stop in before bedtime to let us know how his day went.

Janie, I'm so glad you are finding those zzzzz in several cozy places. You deserve all the extra rest you can get. I have to make one more trip downstairs as my mail box is on the first floor, and there should be mail after the long holiday weekend.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: halkel on January 16, 2018, 08:13:43 PM
Hi folks.  Been a long day and not a lot to say about it.  They came in and took more X-rays of my chest, still coughing, and a swab of my nose.  Nurse said the hospital doctor ordered, wants to check for viruses.  Had my supper, meatloaf, such as it was.

Well we had another San Antonio winter storm.  Some rain, then sleet, then snow, then more sleet.  I can't vouch for that, according to family members.  But from the 10th floor I wouldn't swear to it.  And hooked up to a short oxygen hose I couldn't really get over to a window very easily.

Larry sorry about Pat.  She will get special mention in tonight's prayers.  I know she must be mieserable.

Sandy bet you are happy that is over with.  Don't understand why he didn't finish the job.

Talk to you later.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 16, 2018, 08:20:53 PM
Hal, thanks for popping in. Sounds like you are getting good care at the hospital, and I pray your cure comes quickly. God is watching over you, so be patient and thankful.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 16, 2018, 08:27:55 PM
It is 8:15 so came in to say "Good Night" and prays to all in need.

I will end, with a cute little poem I saw in Brookgreen Gardens, which is in SC. When we had the poetry corner I had put it in there:
                               I use to love my garden
                               But now my love is dead
                                I found a batchler Button
                                In black eyed Susan bed
                                               Good nigh!






Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 16, 2018, 09:38:13 PM
Gloria de, I love your poem.  Very clever.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 16, 2018, 10:47:59 PM
Good Night everyone. well a bit late but time to bid you all sweet dreams and good night. hope to see you all tomorrow.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Shirley on January 16, 2018, 11:36:32 PM
Amy; Jane; Phyllis; Lloyd; Hal; Gloria; Joy; Jenny; Larry; Callie; Mary Ann; June; Sandy; and a last reminder from Janie.... thank you all so very much for the birthday wishes.  It was a happy day, for sure.  My daughter arrived safe & sound, both sons & their "mates" came to celebrate this evening & had lots of phone calls from friends & family.  Busy day but lots of love in the air, doesn't get any better than this. 

All the talk was about everyone being sick or just getting over something, same as in here..... one friend said her doctor warned her to "wear a mask any time she goes to the store or where she will be in contact with kids or other people".   Seems the health people are more concerned this year than for a long time. 

Prayers for Every friend, that each of you get well and feel better as we start looking forward to spring.  Yes!  Spring is just around the corner.  Hugs to all, sweet dreams & God Bless.  Shirley
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Denver on January 17, 2018, 12:58:36 AM
Glad you enjoyed YOUR day, SHIRLEY.  Best wishes for many more healthy and happy years.

HAL, thoughts and prayers for you.  I hope the tests prove nothing is a threat and you can go home tomorrow.

LARRY, with all the concerns of issues with the flu, I do hope Pat will be sure to seek out help if she is not a lot better tomorrow. 

We were up very early this morning, so I must say goodnight and pleasant dreams to all. 

Jenny
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 17, 2018, 05:47:58 AM
Good morning everyone..

Temp is sitting right on 0° this morning.Have an appointment this morning then I should make some pot pies for the freezer.

Shirley happy to read you had a wonderful birthday.

Larry ,hope Pat is feeling much better today.

Hal, hope you had a better nights sleep and see the Dr soon.

Joy, did you win at cards?

Jane, zzz' are elusive at times but when you find them hang in tight and enjoy!!!

Better get a move on here....

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 17, 2018, 06:36:15 AM
Good morning AMY and all that follows. Is -4º@ 5:29 AM. and calling for 29º .
I had a reasonable might 7.5 hours in one setting. woke up with the usual dry mouth. as hall says don't keep my mouth shut awake or sleeping. have a great day everyone.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 17, 2018, 07:12:50 AM
Good morning Everyfriend!  The snow has stopped and it's a balmy 18º but it's not supposed to get above freezing for a couple of days so I think we're stuck with the snow for a while.  I have to go to work at 9:30 so they should have the roads and the WM parking lot cleared by that time. 

I'm currently waiting for the coffee pot to finish and then I'll have a cup in peace until the doggies decide it's time to eat,  And then the day begins!  I'm afraid we'll be as busy today as we were yesterday with people who have dug out and decided to shop.  But I'll be ready for them.  If it were me and I didn't HAVE to go, I wouldn't.  I didn't back when the kids were growing up.  We made do!  And we dragged the sleds out and got wet, tired, hungry and happy.  They still remember!

I think the coffee is ready if anyone wants to join me.  I have some special cookies left that came from out of the country if anyone wants to dunk!  Have a wonderful day.....especially you Hal.  I hope you go home.  And I hope Pat's feeling better!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: halkel on January 17, 2018, 07:47:01 AM
Good morning everyone. Just a little past six, they got me up for some mess.  Still hacking away. I hope they figure it out soon, but the way I feel right now I hope they don't send me home like this.  Wife certainly can't care for me.  Maybe some results from swab the took yesterday.

Larry you ask if this was my first encounter with heart trouble.  No I also have Afib.

Suppose to be very old out, but warmup will begin today and be Bancorp k to normal in a few days.

I want to thank all of you for your warm thoughts.  It is nice, no great, to know I have friends all over concerned over me.

I can understand why people in hospital don't post.  About what?  Nurses bringing pills, young aides collecting blood or techs giving you breathing treatments or the young folks collecting vitals.  They must get so tired of looking at us old rascals who look like we have been drug through a hole backwards and ask endless personal questions, which are none of my business.  But all of them smile and answer sweetly.  Some of them no older than my Grhanddaughters and just beginning their lives with new husbands.

If any of you want to Skype I will welcome the calls, if you can stand to look at me. Or I can FaceTime I am using my iPad

Talk to you later.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 17, 2018, 09:43:52 AM
 Hi Everyone. It is going to be a rainy and chilly day with the temperatures going down during the day and staying in the mid-30's.  They say we are going to have some light snow later this morning but it should melt as it hits the ground and pavement. 

I have a very sick wife as she definitely has the flu to go with the bronchitis.  I was able to get her to eat a little applesauce and a piece of toast this morning.  I just fixed a bowl of Jello (the first I have ever mixed up I think).  The only thing besides taking care of her is to finish up the grocery order so I can pick it up tomorrow and to take care of Pat.  This evening I will meet the rest of the family for Wednesday night dinner at the Church.  They will not be coming out this evening.  Jennifer has a friend from Kentucky visiting with her for a few days and she will be my guest at dinner this evening.  I am hopeful I can avoid catching the flu from her.  One advantage of us both using the CPAP machines is that we don't breath on each other during the night.

Bulletin:  It is now 9 am and it is snowing in North Augusta, South Carolina and I just saw a weather report that we could get up to an inch.  So far it is coming down very lightly.

Callie, it is cold down your way. 

Jane, cashiers have a lot of repetitive motions in handling and sacking the items.  Glad you didn't need your baseball bat.  :) Last night on the news they were talking about the bad weather conditions with cold, ice and snow and then showed the kids having a great time on their sleds. 

June, that sounds like it could be a a very interesting book.  It takes a special type person to do prison minitries.  Glad you decided to have convenience with your grocery order.  It is your money and why shouldn't you spend it.  However, I know it is hard for some of us to break lifelong habits of trying to save a few dollars when we can. 

Hal, I saw some pictures on the news last night of the roads and the snow in San Antonio.  It sounds like they are taking good care of you.  It sounds like you may need a few days in rehab before you go home.  Most people don't mind talking a bit about themselves and their family.  I will always talk to those who help in the hospital to learn about them as a person and try to let them know that I appreciate there help. 

Shirley, it sounds like you had a most enjoyable birthday celebration and were surrounded by a loving family. 

Lloyd, sounds like today would be a good one to stay in by the fire.  I don't have a problem with a dry mouth as sleep with my mouth closed.  However, Pat has that same problem. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 17, 2018, 10:41:08 AM
Shirley, I'm glad you had such a nice birthday.  Nice of the family to join you.

Larry, I do hope Pat will see a doctor for her flu and bronchitis.  It is a serious combination.

Hal, when/if you post about what happens to you in the hospital, it shows us that they are taking care of you.  No posts, we worry.  I have A-Fib too.  Darn!

Jane, your temperature is about the same as ours - 17 degrees.

Grand Haven is beautiful this morning with the sun shining on the snow.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 17, 2018, 12:56:13 PM
Good morning everyone, well we are get ting the snow that was predicted. Maintenance man was just out there with his little plow clearing the walks. Beautiful looking out, the trees are covered in snow and before he was pit there it had not been touched and it was beautiful to see. I just did not want to get up this morning so rolled over and slept some more. Shocked when I finally woke and saw the time. Then I just had to admire the view outside. Just a few years ago I would have bundled up and gone for a walk in this snow.

LARRY  has Pat seen a doctor for that bronchitis? I sure hope so. I had it once and I can remember how I felt. The cough I thought would never go away. Way back when I was reading the driving manual before getting my license one of the things was to leave the distance of a car length for every 10 miles you are driving. With the fast cars and highways today it is hard to imagine everyone driving 80mph with 8 car lengths between all them. I would always back off when someone passed and got in front of me. I used to get teased that I was too cautions. The only accident I was ever in was a woman who ran a stop sigh and hit the passenger side of my car. With enough force to spin me halfway around.

CALLIE  always great when a home town person hits the big time.

JANE  Had a giggle picturing you with a baseball bat and threatening your car to start or else. Oh I love meatball sandwiches, hope someone left at least half of one in the hidey hole.

MARY ANN  I have been told for the last 10 or 15 years that I am too old for surgery yet I have known some in their late 90's who went through surgery with no problems. My health is good except for back and one shoulder.

JUNE  I will make a grocery order today or tomorrow and have delivery in the morning on a day when I have help here to put it away. I get a morning delivery if I call the order in early enough.

HAL  hope today finds the coughing less. That really can wear a person out. Hugs and prayers for you.

GLORIA de   cute poem.

SHIRLEY  looks like this year there is much more flu than usual. I do not have any of those masks so guess I will just have to stay home. As if that would be different.

JANE  my 3 at times talk about the fun we had in the snow when they were young.

HAL  if I remember how I would invite you to my Skype. Took a long time for my daughter and I to get back on it again.

LARRY  if you wife has the flu do you really want to go out tonight and leave her home alone?
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 17, 2018, 12:56:59 PM

Steve and God

A 70-year old man goes for physical.  All tests come back with normal results. 

The doctor says, "Steve, everything looks great. How are you doing mentally and emotionally?

Are you at peace with God?"     

Steve replies, "God and I are tight.  He knows I have poor eyesight, so he's fixed it so when I get in up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom â€" poof!! - the light goes on.

When I'm done - poof!! - the light goes off."     

"Wow, that's incredible," says the doctor.     

A little later in the day, the doctor calls Steve's wife. "Eileen" he says, "Steve is doing fine, but I had to call you because I'm in awe of his relationship with God.

Is it true that he gets up during the night and poof!! - the light goes on in the bathroom, and when he's done - poof!! - the light goes off?"     

"Oh, my God!" Eileen exclaims, "He's going in the fridge again!"
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Shirley on January 17, 2018, 01:05:23 PM
Oh, Gloria!!!     :rotflol: :rotflol: :rotflol: :rotflol: :rotflol: :tup:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Sandy on January 17, 2018, 01:43:34 PM
Good Wednesday afternoon everyone... 

I am so sorry to just hear about Hal being in the hospital with a heart attack ....  You're in the place you need to be...
(which is never fun) ....  I wish you a speedy recovery
Hal.. 

Try to relax and know that your in good care..

I am also worried about Larry's Pat having that terrible
flu that is spreading around.   I know that this is
very difficult for you too Larry..   Please take care....

Sandy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 17, 2018, 02:09:44 PM
Good afternoon, we did have rain, now it is snowing

Gloria, I needed a good laugh, thanks for posting.

Hal, I understand how you feel. I was in the hospital 4 times last year with heart attacks and renal failure    I am still here.They took blood every morning at 4AM. In Sept. I went into the hospital with a dry cough and I still have bad coughing spells. I am still saying get well soon. still saying a pray for you.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 17, 2018, 03:32:29 PM
Gloria, depending on the cause and/or need, I doubt I would submit to surgery at 93.  I feel good except for my right shoulder.  The doctor gave me a shot of cortisone and at times I think it helps and other times, I'm not so sure.  Based on my experience three years ago, I do not have confidence that it will help.  The doctor said to return in four months and I know the shot will not last that long.  I have more confidence in my Arthritis 650 tablets!  But I'll go along with him at least once. 

I liked your joke.  Thanks for putting them in.

The sun is shining nicely today and if we have any snow, it is light.  Radar shows no snow at all in the vicinity.  I think our temperature is around 26 degrees.  Speaking of when we were younger and there was a lot of snow, I liked to go out our back door and flop down on the snow and make a snow angel.  My mother would also get clean snow and we'd have that with syrup on it.  Yum.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 17, 2018, 04:44:47 PM
Larry, I am really concerned about your wife. It sounds to me like she needs more help in getting over her ilLLness. I had a horrible cough, coughing up phlem for days, and getting weaker all the time. My Dr. prescribed what she termed a "stronger" cough syrup. In two days of treatment my cough disappeared, and I have been fine ever since. Ask your doctor or druggist about it. PROMETHAZINNE.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Shirley on January 17, 2018, 05:10:50 PM
Calling for good rememberers, please!    My gr-daughter called last night & mentioned her 3 year old had ear aches..... try as I could, I couldn't remember the name of the oil that an old doctor recommended when MY kids were young, that really did help.  Today all I can think of was "sweet oil".... A year or so before Cas died he was having trouble with his ears & asked me to find some of that oil.  None of the drug stores I tried had any clue what I was talking about but suggested I ask an old pharmacist that still worked at one I didn't normally shop at.  Sure enough, he went to a shelf & pulled out a bottle & gave same directions of "heating before putting a few drops into the ear".  I have not Googled but just now thought to try.  If anyone used the stuff & has a different name... help?  Thanks!

Googled for "sweet oil for ears".... and found my answer, interesting that olive oil appears to be the remedy. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Joy on January 17, 2018, 05:25:07 PM
Shirley,  I just  "googled sweet oil for earaches," and came up with olive oil,. also.

I see that you did find  the same thing.  I remember my mother warming the oil in a special spoon, just used for that.  But, I hardly think it was "olive oil" as I never remember her ever using olive oil for anything way back then.  I am thinking maybe it could have been cod liver oil??? 

Joy


Earache. Curing an earache with oil - Tipking



www.tipking.co.uk › Health › Remedies › Earache



To cure an earache, just pour about a teaspoon of oil, any oil from your kitchen, cover with cotton ball and lay down ear up for about 1 minute. Works every ... put the oil in 5 mins ago and seems to have worked although i do now feel deaf in that ear. still better than earache! thank you! ... Use olive oil, warm it up, not to hot!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: MaryTX on January 17, 2018, 06:34:50 PM
Shirley, it's "sweet oil".  We used to sell it at the grocery store I worked at.  You probably can get it at a pharmacy of Walmart.

Mary
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 17, 2018, 07:39:20 PM
Joy and Shirley, I had a lot of ear aches, when I was a child and my mother use warm mineral oil
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 17, 2018, 09:11:15 PM
Shirley, my mom always used something she called "sweet oil".

Good night my friends!  I'm going to try to get to bed early tonight because I have an appt. at Geisinger Ortho. tomorrow morning at 9.  Then I'm having lunch with a long time friend.  I got absolutely nothing done today because I was exhausted when I got home from work.  I had 2 long, busy lines full of people with full carts again today.  I still feel tired. 

God be with you!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: halkel on January 17, 2018, 09:54:58 PM
I am off to bed.  Tired and cough is trying to start up.  Hope everyone has a restful night.

Nite, nite, God Bless and sweetdreams
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Shirley on January 17, 2018, 10:05:29 PM
Thanks, "girls".... I still haven't looked in the cabinet Cas kept his stuff in (I did empty out most of it but have not used that bathroom in 4 & 1/2 years).... except to clean & run faucets once in a while.   8)    Well, I just looked and no sign of the bottle but am shocked at all the stuff I left in those cabinets, could open a drug store myself.  Even found 2 boxes of 20 of those surgical masks!  No sweet oil. 

Mary, all I could remember was the term "sweet" oil but Google seems to have the opinion that means olive.  Some sites call for mineral oil & others olive, but will check out to see if Walmart sells the sweet kind before recommending anything to my grands.  The kids are now trying to not use as many antibiotics on my great grands, a good thing from what MY kids used (the doctors were giving out antibiotics for a sneeze when my grands were little).  I know when I was a teen & the penicillin shots were new, we abused them.  Every generation tries to do better than the one before, looks like we could even out some day, you think?

Joy, when I used it on Cas I had a new medicine dropper left over after doctoring on a cat... cat's med came with 2 droppers.... Cas thought it helped for a while but the problem kept getting worse.  The ear specialist said only thing that would help was if he got an ear infection or cold that made it swell... it had dehydrated & was causing a vibration like noise.  Pills that reduced fluids were basic cause.

Gloria de, I realized early on that if I admitted my ears hurt Mom would make me stay in, so unless I couldn't hide coughing, I never mentioned anything wrong.  I got paid back when MY kids were little.  Took my daughter for the routine booster shots at 3 or 4 & the doctor sat back with his face in a scowl & almost shouted at me, "this child has strep throat, why didn't you bring her in sooner?"  I stammered back that "she didn't say it hurt & had no fever, didn't miss a meal...."  Then when the next kid was about 6 he casually said one night that "it feels like someone sitting on my chest".  He had finished a round of antibiotics the week before & wasn't coughing so I thought he was okay.  A trip to the Dr next day (different doctor) again shouted at me, "this child has pneumonia, don't you know how to listen to his lungs?"  He proceeded to show me how & where to listen on his back.  I still couldn't hear but X-ray proved it true. The 3rd kid mentioned one night that his finger hurt.... it was swelled tight so off to the Dr in the morning.  Same story, Dr dumped on me about what a terrible mother I was for not realizing this finger was badly infected.  Honest, I considered doing a nightly inspection but didn't want the kids to become paranoid.  The middle kid used to get ear problems every time he went out without his ears covered from the KS wind.... took nylon hoodies to stop that wind & I kept a whole stack of them by the back door. 

We have warmer weather for a few days so I will wait until above freezing & see if I can get the generator on the RV started. It would't start when I got back from the lake the other day, supposed to run it about once a month to make sure it doesn't get "gunked up" (technical term the RV man used).

I am ready for bed, cats had their midnight snack & snuggled down for the night.  The sure have mellowed out this winter.  Sweet dreams to all, and wishing all of you ailing a better day tomorrow.  God Bless.  Shirley

Sorry about that cough, Hal.... I do remember non-stop coughing & the best/quickest relief I ever found was a dash of salt in the palm of my hand & one lick & could go back to sleep.  Cas had a nagging cough they finally narrowed down to a side effect of his BP meds. Have they diagnosed what is causing your cough?  Prayers continue.

Jane, have you ever noticed "sweet oil" come through your line?  Maybe you need one of those winter "tonics" our mothers used to swear by.... mine was always sure we were anemic (turned out we were).  You do keep busy, maybe you need a good rest to let your body catch up.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 17, 2018, 10:33:05 PM
i don't remember it coming through my line but when I looked it up I was surprised to see tha Amazon carries it. Now I'm going to bed.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 18, 2018, 01:43:33 AM
well girls it is Johnson & Johnson baby oil. it is a mineral oil. take a old eye dropper and put 2 or 3 drops of it and 2 or 3 drops of hydrogen peroxide in each ear and plug with cotton ball.  after a few min. genitally swab out with cotton swab, this will clean out any ear wax most likely why your is eking in the first place. doctor  at VA told me that. good luck and have a great day. I am going back to bed now after another swallow of water. sweet dreams. oh yes you will here better also.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 18, 2018, 04:59:09 AM
Good morning everyone..

We are off to the hospital shortly, hubby has another test. Please say a prayer that all goes well.
Enjoy your day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 18, 2018, 06:45:50 AM
Good morning everyone, just turned the TB on and it is 21° at the airport. Colder here and warmer at the shore where the airport is located.

SHIRLEY  could not figure out what you were laughing at and then I remembered the joke I posted yesterday. Glad it tickled your funny bone.

GLORIA de  we nad no rain here but only snow. At first the weather reports were saying we could get could get 7 inches but we only got 2 inches of it. It was pretty though.

MARY ANN  I really do not want any surgery but resent those doctors who even 10 years ago said I was too old. I know I did not want surgery on my back, no guarantee it works. I am sorry though that I did not have the surgery on my left shoulder like I did on the right one but there again there are things I can no longer do with my right arm.

SHIRLEY  sorry I can not help about that oil. I agree about antibiotics, they are over used. I had more than my share of penicillin for strep throats. Knock on wood I have not had one in many years now.

AMY  thought I was up early this morning but you beat me. Prayers for your hubby and today's test.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 18, 2018, 06:47:13 AM
Dear Lord,

Every single evening
As I'm lying here in bed,
This tiny little Prayer
Keeps running through my head:

God bless all my family
Where ever  they may be,
Keep them warm
And safe from harm
For they're so close to me.

And God, there is one more  thing
I wish that you could  do;
Hope you don't mind me asking,
Please bless my computer too.

Now I know that it's unusual
To Bless a motherboard,
But listen just a second
While I explain it to you,Lord.

You see, that little metal box
Holds more than odds and ends;
Inside those small compartments
Rest so many of my friends.

I know so much about them
By the kindness that they give,
And this little scrap of metal
Takes me in to where they live.

By faith is how I know them
Much the same as you.
We share in what life brings us
And from that our friendships grew.

Please take an extra minute
From your duties up above,
To bless those in my address book
That's filled with so much love.

Wherever else this prayer may reach
To each and every friend,
Bless each e-mail inbox
And each person who hits 'send'.

When you update your Heavenly list
On your own Great CD-ROM,
Bless everyone who says this prayer
Sent up to GOD.Com

Amen
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 18, 2018, 06:52:38 AM
Have a safe trip, AMY and only have good news to bring home. 

I'll be on the road this morning too.  I have a return to the Orthopedic Dr. at Geisinger for his opinion of the work he did on my finger.  I'm happy with it because I can type, pet the doggies with the flat of my hand, roll meatballs and cookies and lots of other things I couldn't do.  I guess I'll see what he thinks.

It's 8º here right now and will only be up to 10 by the time I'm on my way home.  The doggies didn't go far this morning and they didn't stay long. 

Everyfriend....be warm, be well, be safe and be happy!  A tall order but possible!


P.S.  Love it Gloria!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: halkel on January 18, 2018, 08:01:35 AM
Good morning everyone.
Just woke up and they brought me cup of coffee.  I look like I combed my hair using a light socket......bzzzzzz.  Really don't know how I feel, honestly. 
Amy, you have my prayers for you and hubby.  Hopefully the test turn out great. 
My doctor should be around shortly and I shall know if I get to go home.  I feel weak as a kitten, but need somewhere where I can move around and walk, at least a little.
Going to finish my coffee and see what I can salvage from what I see in the mirror.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: phyllis on January 18, 2018, 08:40:19 AM
Shirley, "sweet oil" is almond oil and is sold at CVS.  You need a light weight oil ( as almond oil is) that won't irritate the inner ear membranes.  CVS prices for it are very low.  My mother used it, too.  Yes, sometimes the old remedies are still the best.

The snow storm really hit us hard yesterday and it will take a couple of days to dig out.  We had about 6-8 inches here and places just to the west of us a few miles had 10-12 inches.  For North Carolina that is a LOT of snow.  Sun is already helping to melt some of it but it is going to take awhile and it will be down below freezing again tonight so there will be ice.  We are OK and the power didn't go out but we did use the gas logs quite a bit because the heat pump was struggling to keep us comfortably warm. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 18, 2018, 09:30:13 AM
 Hi Everyone.  It is a cold 21 degrees here this morning but will get into the upper 40's late this afternoon.  We did have snow all morning yesterday but nothing accumulated in our area nor did the roads get slick.  Today will be a sunny day. All I have planned for today besides trying to see that Pat is well taken care of is to go to coffee and then attend the Wisdom group and finally stop to pick up an online grocery order at Walmart.  Pat is really not feeling any better this morning but did get a good nights sleep and had slept several hours during the day yesterday.  I just fixed her a scrambled egg with a little cheese on it wrapped in a tortilla .  In fact I fixed it twice as the first time I put some seasoning on it like she always does but it was too salty for her so we threw it out and fixed her another.

I am about to run out of time before I need to leave the house for the morning so will limit individual comments in this discussion today. 

Gloria, no Pat has not seen a doctor for her flu.  I have suggested it but it is her decision.  Pat was settled in her chair when I left and still there when I got back last evening.  She will likely go back to bed while I am gone this morning and I have asked her not to take her shower until I get back home around 1 pm.  Whether she listens to me is questionable. 

June, thanks for providing the name of the cough syrup.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 18, 2018, 10:16:05 AM
Phyllis, your snow amounts are a lot for Michigan too, although we've had blizzards in the past where we got a lot more.  We may have six inches on the ground now, maybe not that much, and our roads are relatively clear.  Since I don't drive now, I don't pay attention.

Gloria, I think I might have resented being told much younger that I was too old for surgery; it may depend on the surgery needed too, but I was 90 when this shoulder problem arose and I heartily agreed with the doctor then and the doctor Tuesday.  I feel the cortisone shot may ease some of the pain, but every so often I feel a severe pain if I move my shoulder in a certain way.

Grand Haven has thin ice out to the outer lighthouse and some heavier ice near shore.  There also is open water near shore.  We are at 25 degrees now (10 am) and in a couple of days we should be over freezing for several days, going up to 45 degrees and much of the ice will be gone.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 18, 2018, 01:24:21 PM
Good afternoon, sunny, little wind of course cold
 
Gloria, we had rain all day yesterday, and last night everything froze. Roads were very dangerous this morning, and I still have ice on my porch, and it is afternoon. Thanks for the pray.

Amy safe trip and I am praying for good news.

June, where are you?

Larry, you take care, and pray that Pat starts to feel better.  I have wrote this before, when i was bring up our sons, Dr. Mary did not believe in the use of to many antibiotics.  Dennis had bronchitis every time I turned around and she told me to take my old PJ's put vick on his chest and wrap the PJ's around his chest. Also make a steam tent.

Hal, at lest it is good to see you are able to post.

Wish along with all the others that we would hear about Joan
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 18, 2018, 01:47:41 PM
:tup: :clap: Thank you for prayers Dr said everything was ok!!! :excited:  Happy to have good news!

Now if we could hear good news from Hal, Joan and I too am worried about Larry's Pat..

We are both tuckered form lack of sleep so I would think we would hit the hay early tonight.

Jane ,hope you also got good news!!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 18, 2018, 02:07:38 PM
From the dr. I got no news at all.  I was less than 5 miles from home and driving directly into the rising sun.  I turned around, went home and called and cancelled.  I need sunglasses when the sun is so bright but I've discovered that wearing sunglasses cuts down on my periphoral vision and even when it's coming at an angle, it bothers my perception.  I choose not to have an accident to tell me when I can't drive so I do it mysel. 

I did go to lunch with my long time friend and we decided to go again when we a sweater is all the outdoor wear we'll need.  Neither of us likes winter wear.  We caught up on all the family doings and a couple of friends that she sees and I don't and a couple that I see and she doesn't.  It only took us two hours to do that.  Next time we'll solve the world problems.

Now I'm going to close my eyes until it's time to go get TLH.  Stay cosy!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 18, 2018, 02:58:57 PM
Jane, glad to see you safely home. Also nice to see you had such a good visit with your friend.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 18, 2018, 04:34:30 PM
Gloria de, I'm finally here dear. Thank you for missing me. I had no computer this morning. I thing they were working on some main connections or something.

Hal, I suggested this to Larry also as his wife is in bad coughing condition. I had it for about a month, and my doctor decided on a stronger medicine. PROMETHAZINE, it two days my month of coughing was cured. Ask your doctor about it, o.k.?

I had a big lunch today, and my lazy body is telling to go to book and bed. so I will oblige.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Shirley on January 18, 2018, 05:05:58 PM
Amy, by the time I made it through all the posts you are home & with good news!  SO happy to hear good news!  I think we all deal with lack of peaceful sleep when dreading tests the next day..... get so sound zzzzzzzzs to help ward off any germs you were exposed to!

Okay, y'all know I am jealous of your snowfall, but want you to check out our temps today (after days of below freezing & chill index of below zero.... )   I haven't even been out to enjoy but will trek down to the river when I get off here.  We are supposed to be near 60 by Sat... so will get out my hose & try to get some of the sand/salt gunk off the RV before the next freeze.  It is totally black from all that stuff the morning I came home from the lake, they had just done all the highways & streets so the elephant looks like it rolled in the mud. 

Larry, I understand letting Pat decide without nagging..... I sure didn't like Cas pushing me to do anything & never voiced an opinion (okay, maybe I hinted strongly when I thought he should try something different  ::) )....  my best wishes that she feels better soon.

My son sounded awful when they were all here the other night.... and he will never admit he is sick.  He is the one that will have to be dragged to the hospital if it turns to pneumonia.  Have no idea where he got that stubborn streak.  :-[

Thanks for the tip about the almond oil... and CVC, Phyll.  I read that it was sometimes call sweet oil & had never-ever heard of almond oil before.  I went through the park along the river where your brother lived last week, always think of you & wish we could have met long ago.  That street has one of the prettiest views in the city & now a "roundabout" at the east end of the park to shoot off to downtown, into the park or where ever that other turn takes, plus the one leading along the river. 

Jane, my eyes are useless when bright sun hits the windshield.  The last glasses I got were tinted very dark & whatever they did, it is much worse than the sunglasses I had before.  They asked if I wanted something that was to take glare off... I didn't understand, but I think that is what is causing my eyes not to switch back between bright sun & shadows.  I don't need glasses for reading or the computer... & what they need for driving is too strong for inside a store or church, so I wear 30 year old prescription glasses for those times/places.  No wonder my eyes are confused.  :crazy2:

Hal, been stalling in hopes of a note from you that you got sprung.  Bet you are more than worn out being in this long.  Hope they come up with something like June got to cure you.
 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Carol on January 18, 2018, 06:12:07 PM
I am hoping everyone is super careful on the ice/snow.  May you all be safe from the flu and colds too.

The yard is open here and a herd of javelina came though sometime in the night and wreaked havoc.  They broke a pottery bird bath - where I had put a block of quail seed.  Also, they scratched and shredded cushions on our two rockers.  ACE hardware had a solution and we bought some pellets that smell like coyotes (they are the enemies to javelina.  Other solutions would be to fence the yard (to expensive) put in motion sensor lights or sit outdoors and point a stinging gun (they animals do bite).  We shall see how this works.

A crock pot is simmering with split-pea soup - ham bone is in it to make it more ham tasty.  We will have a lot to freeze for quick meals later.

Amy:  Great news.  Now you can breathe. 

Shirley:  I made a mistake with our youngest son and his little finger was really broken - he could bend it when I proclaimed it was Okay.  Dreadfully shameful for that mistake. 

I lost a dear friend last year when she waited much too long to go to the ER - she was told to go home and put affairs in order.  Be careful about "toughing it out".  Miss her and her family misses her big time. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: donklan on January 18, 2018, 06:31:24 PM
GLORIA......Thank you for posting that thoughtful poem...........I'll certainly pass it on :thumbup:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: angelface555 on January 18, 2018, 08:59:03 PM
I was asked to repost this here. Jeanne Lee's obit was sent by her son, Ken.

https://www.seniorsandfriends.org/index.php?topic=34.msg118292#msg118292
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Radioman34 on January 18, 2018, 09:23:24 PM
The driving part of my life is starting to wind down, The insurance company just paid me $7700 for my car, I'm getting $200 refund for my license plates and $200 for my drivers license. That will definitely buy me a lot of taxi rides. And I am relieved to free of the burden of driving.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Shirley on January 18, 2018, 11:08:48 PM
Thanks, Patricia, I left you a message "over there" & won't repeat.  Nice to see you again.

Don, glad this ordeal is over for you & sounds like a good deal to me.  I'm surprised about the $200 for your drivers license.... no reward for turning ours in that I know of.  I hope you have plenty of public transportation or convenient cab service.  Won't be long before you will be heading to your other homeland ... for how long? 

Carol, have you ever gotten a photo of those javelina?  I'm going to google when I get out of here.... are they like wild pigs?  My son was surprised to get photos of 2 fox in his back yard this week.  They are all over this side of the city & do okay in the city limits.  We see them in our yard every so often, haven't seen the coyote lately but a neighbor did.  I do have motion sensor lights in the back as well as some that come on & stay on all night.  The last one I put in (from Menards) comes on at dark but if anything moves in the pool area it comes on brighter.  I have LEDs on all around the house, here when we bought but I put in the LEDs last year, that come on at dark.  I'm planning on them lasting for at least 18 years & bright as they are, they don't use a lot of electricity. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 19, 2018, 06:16:01 AM
Good morning everyone..

This is to be the start of another January thaw , temp is +17° at the moment. I left what little snow that fell on the driveway with hopes it won't be slippery when it rains.

Work about the house this morning catching up on a lot of little jobs that didn't get done.

Larry, hope Pat is feeling better.

Patricia, thank you for posting Jeanne Lee's obit. Difficult to believe she won't be in here anymore, but she is now watching over us.

Carol, your soup sounds delicious!!!

Don, know you will do fine without your license and I am sure your friends will give you rides to where you need to be.

Shirley, it seems we worry about the worst happening and when we got the good news yesterday it was like a weight had been lifted off of us. Still rejoicing here :)

Gloria, hope you don't mind but I also borrowed your poem. Are you going to get the thaw or nasty weather this weekend?

June, may today be a great day for you.

Gloria de, hope the ice is all gone now. I would rather have a lot of snow to deal with than ice!!

Phyllis, my son is headed for SC and loves to tell me how nice the weather is there, I think he is in for a surprise this trip!!

Jane, any cookies left? :)

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 19, 2018, 07:12:01 AM
Good Morning Everyfriend!  It's colder here than it is where Amy is.  We are registering 14º!  BRRRRR!

I'm glad for your good news Amy and since you said everything to Everyfriend that I would have said I'm going to be lazy and say "WHAT SHE SAID GOES FOR ME TOO!"

The plain old chocolate chip cookies are in the hidey hole.  The fancy once will be there this weekend.  Help yourself.  Coffee's fresh!

I'll be off to WM at 10 this morning and I'm going to refuse to do the long belt both halves of my shift.  It's exhausting!  I hope you all have a cosy warm day full of love and good cheer!
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Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 19, 2018, 08:34:27 AM
Good morning everyone, hope one and all are fine and dandy on this day. Well I woke up and got out of bed so I am.

JANE  I have a finger on my left hand that is starting to feel like the trigger finger I had fixed on my right hand when I had the last carpal tunnel surgery. Glad you liked what I posted yesterday. I have had that for years and thought it was time to share it.

HAL  you trying to look like Phyllis Diller? Remember her and that hair of hers? Hope you do get to to home. I think one gets more tired in a hospital than at home.

PHYLLIS  wow you got more snow than we did here with the last snow. Weather people kept telling is this area would get 7 inches and we got less than 2. For your are that is not used to a snowy winter I know that is too much for you.

LARRY  hope Pat is feeling a bit better today. Glad she has you with her and not alone. If I had the flu a shower would be the last thing I would think of.

MARY ANN  I would not think of having surgery on my back, ever. I know what you mean about the pain in your shoulder when you turn a different way, or fast.

GLORIA de  I dislike all the pills doctors have us take. I rather take 2 aspirin for most things but have been told to stay away from them. I would never take them on an empty stomach though.

AMY  great that you got good news for a change. It has been much too long since we hear from or about JOAN. They say no news is good news but not in this case.

JANE  smart lady. That is why I stopped driving. I did not want to be an accident waiting to happen.

SHIRLEY  of course you have no stubborn streak at all, do you? I think every one is blinded riding into the sun. I hated to drive at those times.

DONKLAN  glad you liked what I posted yesterday. It sure fits most of us that post here.

PATRICIA  thanks for the link to Jeanne Lee's obit.

DON  it took me a long time to relax with someone else driving. I sure pushed my right foot on that “brake” on the passenger side. Now enjoy letting someone else put up with traffic and enjoy the view.

SHIRLEY  my daughter has LED lights in her house.

AMY  I got that poem in an email years ago and always liked it so saved it.

JANE  all of 19° here now at 8:30.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 19, 2018, 08:35:43 AM
 A dog's Life

I Just Realized Something Profound.......

It just hit me!

My dog sleeps about 20 hours a day.
He has his food prepared for him.
His meals are provided at no cost to him.
He visits the Dr. once a year for his checkup, and again during the year, if
any medical needs arise.
For this he pays nothing, and nothing is required of him.
He lives in a nice neighborhood in a house that is much larger than he
needs, but he is not required to do any upkeep.
If he makes a mess, someone else cleans it up.
He has his choice of luxurious places to sleep.
He receives these accommodations absolutely free.
He is living like a king, and has absolutely no expenses whatsoever.
All of his costs are picked up by others who earn a living.

I was just thinking about all this and suddenly it hit me.......

My dog is a US CONGRESSMAN!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Carol on January 19, 2018, 09:25:51 AM
Gloria:  "My dog is a congressman" - or woman.  You can add that they live on our money for the rest of their lives.   Enjoyed your newsy post.

Radioman-Don:  Very interesting note on you turning in your car.  We are finding that wherever we go, the population has increased much too fast and the speed LIMIT means nothing.  It would be worth the absence of stress - good for you.

Shirley:  Tucson has a law against too much lighting and it is observed much more in the north end of the city (here).  There is an observatory and lack of lighting helps to see the stars.  It may move some day because they are complaining about more and more lights are interfering with their studies of the stars - too much building and everyone wants to put in outdoor lights.  Did you find a picture of the ornery varmint?

Amy:  Soup turned out alright.  I froze one container and have two quarts in the fridge.  Having a ham bone is the secret - I am sure you know that.  Are you begging cookies from Jane? 

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 19, 2018, 11:22:26 AM
Drizzle has started, so we went into town to pick up meds,milk and fruit. Stopped at the dump on the way in and saw the beautiful eagle again!!!  Have the wood box filled and another load to go in .

I am worried, Larry should be here by now and Lloyd is also missing, Hal has not said hi yet either but maybe they are doing tests on him.

Carol, sent you a photo of the puppy quilt,tried to post it here but no go :(  Now I am doing a kitten/cat one. Thought I would do something for me but when this pattern came through I am doing another camp quilt for kids. I can wait to do mine. YES!!! Janie has delicious cookies and chocolate chip are one of my favorites....with a tall glass of cold milk please?
Making turkey pot pie so I had better get back at it..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 19, 2018, 01:11:25 PM
 Hi Everyone. Hi Everyone. It looks like our really cold whether, for us, is probably over for a few days at least.  We should get up to around 60 degrees this afternoon.   However, she seems to be feeling better this morning and last evening ate a decent meal.   Update:  Just back from the Prompt Care and then going to the Walmart Pharmacy.  The good news is that she apparently doesn't have the flu but just a bad case of bronchitis.  She was given three prescriptions and the PA said she should begin to feel a lot better tomorrow.   I just now spoke with my son and he does indeed have the flu and had seen the doctor this morning.

deAngel, Pat has taken gyfenasin everyday for many years as a treatment for her fibromyalgia and I think that has helped keep the chest congestion loose. 

Amy, glad your husband got a good report from the doctor.  Hope you had a good nights sleep last night.

Jane, it sounds like you made a very wise decision.  Sometimes I think some of these follow-up appointment are really uncalled for and maybe this was one of those. Pat and I have cancelled several appointments that were follow ups  with specialists as our GP is able to prescribe the medicines we need and keep and eye on us.   

Shirley, I just had a notification on my phone awhile ago about a new winter storm to hit the Midwest but perhaps it will miss your area.  Enjoy the warmer weather while you can. 

Don, you are right about the reimbursements playing for a lot of taxi rides and you also eliminate the expenses of upkeep and fuel for the car plus the insurance. 

Jane, I would much rather than a chocolate chip cookie than a fancy one any day of the week.  They are my favorites by far. 

Gloria, a few years ago when I was in the hospital I watched a video on their closed circuit TV and the lady acknowledged you don't get much rest in a hospital. 

Amy, I was in the process of doing the posting here when Pat said she was ready to go to the prompt care.  I am fine and just a little weary from my lone day yesterday and this morning's activities.  I will go and rest as soon as I finish posting here for today.  If you want to send me the picture of your quilt I will upload it to the gallery here and post a link in this discussion. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 19, 2018, 02:49:53 PM
Don, I felt exactly as you have explained about not driving anymore. I had had three minor strokes. My son said, "Mom, what if you should have one of these attacks while driving your car ?" That did it. I sold my wonderful Oldsmobile 88 (the last of it's line) and found a wonderful freedom. No more tests for a licence, no more pumping of gas and hoping I did it correctly, no more washing my car, no more taking car in for check-ups, tires, other problems. No more concerns of harming others. Freedom ! I congratulate you Don !!!!!!

Amy, dear, dear caring friend. Every day is a great day. Folks like you make it so. We do worry, we complain, we share things here, and the day turns out GREAT. Thank you !!

Janie girl, Good for you (I'm going to refuse to do the long belt both halves of my shift.  It's exhausting!  ) You are a long time employee that has done more than required of you, and management is aware of it, I'm sure. They will bow to your request in order to keep you for sure.

Gloria……me too. I woke up, I was alive, and so I am. Hi JUNE.  Aren't we the lucky ones ???

Larry, I am so glad your Pat is feeling better. God is Good.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 19, 2018, 04:33:23 PM
I didn't do the long belt both halves.  I got to do the other register that I detest but that is much easier.  I had to do the Cigarette counter for half my shift.  We check out other things there but it's the only place they can buy tobacco.  I dislike selling tobacco but it's a much easier counter to work.

I really am less tired today. 

LARRY, I prefer the chocolate chip cookies too but there are some family favorites that I feel deprived of if I don't make a few.  That's my plan for tomorrow.  Get your milk ready Everyfriend!

Now I'm going to finish checking my email and goof off a little!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 19, 2018, 04:38:50 PM
Forgot to mention the old song that's been bouncing around in my brain.  Do you all remember....

Mairzy Doats and Dozey Doats,
And little lamzy divey
A kidddle-ee-divey, to. wouldn't you?

If the words sound queer and funny to your ear 
a little bit jumbled and jivvy.
Sing mares eat oats
and does eat oats
and little lambs eat ivy.
A kid will eat ivy too, wouldn't you!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Radioman34 on January 19, 2018, 06:17:26 PM
I just got a call from Hal Kelly's wife.  Hal died at home this afternoon shortly after returning from the hospital. I have no details nor did I press for any..I spoke to him at great length this morning and everything was fine, so I'm a bit of shock as as well.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 19, 2018, 06:45:15 PM
Oh my gosh, tears are making it difficult to type.

Thank you for letting us know, not the news we want to hear...we have lost another fine member. 

Prayers and condolences for Hal's family.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 19, 2018, 07:02:47 PM
Amy, I agree with you, this is shocking news.  Praying and thoughts to his family, and he was such a family man.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Sandy on January 19, 2018, 07:44:15 PM
Quote from: Radioman34 on January 19, 2018, 06:29:06 PM
Just to keep you up to date, Hal Kelly died this afternoon. His wife called me to let me know,
I am so sorry to hear that Hal passed away...
I understand from the postings that he had a heart attack?
He is certainly going to be missed as he has be a regular poster and SN/friend for years...
My goodness,  I  miss Hal,  already !!!. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 19, 2018, 07:56:03 PM
I just can't quite accept the fact that our Hal will not be leaving us messages any more. Tears are piling up inside, and they hurt. He had such a loving family, my prayers go out to them. And his son in law too....he was Hal's right hand man. May God be with them.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: CallieOK on January 19, 2018, 08:33:20 PM
 I am stunned at the news about Hal.  My sympathy and prayers are with his family.
Since there will be no more "Yankee Dime bets" on TX/OK football games, here's one last  :-*  to a winner in every way.  He will be missed.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 19, 2018, 08:56:03 PM
Callie...thanks dear, I can picture Hal with a big grin as he reads your message. And Yes, I do like the thought that our departed can still "know" us. I hope that is not sinful.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 19, 2018, 10:20:13 PM
I'M SPEECHLESS!  And I can't see through the tears.  I came in expecting to see some good news and our friend is gone!  I said it before and I'll say it now....It never ceases to amaze me at how much it hurts to lose someone I never even met face to face.  Even from this distance, it was easy to see he was loved and he loved his family.  I'm sure he is with God.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 20, 2018, 03:55:59 AM
Good Morning everyone.
I went to the harvesters food disturbing program yesterday , but did not just drive through the line receiving free food, pulled out of line before they started
giving out food and before the truck got there with it. I went up to the manager and signed on to help. Made me feel good to help. I picked up a healthy load also and drooped most of it to some very needy folks on the way home. I will shruley do that again soon at other drop off stations soon. so sad to here about Hall. we had plans to stop by and meet him and his wife on our trip this coming spring. I hope to see him now in heaven but not too soon. I enjoy most people most of the time. living loving and teasing.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 20, 2018, 04:05:55 AM
Oh I forgot to tell you all we are having a heat wave. it is currently 42º and clear @ 3:00 A M but calling for to turn cloudy later on and rain in the night tonight and tomorrow. that is fine with me we are very dry here, have a great day everyone.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on January 20, 2018, 05:48:37 AM
For Hal Kelly

https://www.seniorsandfriends.org/index.php?topic=465.msg118580#new (https://www.seniorsandfriends.org/index.php?topic=465.msg118580#new)
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 20, 2018, 06:03:26 AM
Good morning everyone...

The  night didn't take the hurt away and the heavy heart remains. Callie, I smiled at your post and yes he will certainly be missed by many.

Laundry day here,temp has warmed up to 30 ° so I may hang it out. Pot pie was delicious last night, I almost followed a Kraft recipe called for cream of  chicken but I used mushroom. Plus before you put the crust on you sprinkle cheese first. I had better make some oatmeal cookies  and chocolate chip too. Janie has my mouth watering for some.

Bubble, thank you for the post on Hal  and Jeanne Lee in Tranquil Cove. I would imagine they are giving each a hug .

Tea is made ,fire is on ,dogs fed and now to get laundry started.

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: phyllis on January 20, 2018, 07:20:54 AM
I'm so very sorry to read about Hal.  He was very much a loving family man and I know how much his family is missing him.  And, his on-line S&F family is missing him, too.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Joy on January 20, 2018, 07:37:19 AM
It was very late last night when I read that Hal had passed away , after just getting back home from the hospital.   What a shock that has been to his family, most of all, and to all his friends here in S & F.  He will be very much missed by all of us.  I was another one who always enjoyed his messages.  A very sad week this has been for this group.

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 20, 2018, 07:46:21 AM
The night didn't diminish the hurt!  I can imagine a bit of how his family feels.  They are such a close knit group! Two of our dearest friends gone in a matter of days!  As someone said (I think AMY) Hal and Jeanne are probably having a hug and will find their way around together.

Today is going to be a "do as I please" day!  I'm not going to do anything I don't feel like doing and I might not even do some of the things I do feel like doing.  How's that for contrariness?

Enjoy your day!  Love your family!  Eat what pleases you! Do what your feel like doing!  Remember our friends!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Joy on January 20, 2018, 08:15:26 AM
Jane,  I like all the things you said. 

When I first started living by myself., it took me a very long time to realize that I was only responsible for myself.  And, if I didn't feel like doing something,  I really didn't have to do. (That is most of the time)   I have lots of days like that. 

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 20, 2018, 08:35:01 AM
Good morning everyone, Looks like it will be a nice day here. Then I do not think any of us here in the SS will be happy today. Got an email last night about Hal. So hard to believe. Last post from him he said something about going home. He asked for anyone to copntacct him on Skype. Lastnight I looked up his eamial address and was going to get in touch with him but thought I would do it this morning. Glad now I did not do it at the time. No more will I get email from him with jokes and laughs. Hard typing with tears rolling from my eyes.

AMY  I envy you and Shirley getting to see an eagle in the wlld. YES chocolate chip dookies and a tall glass of cold milk, anything better? Well maybe home made ginger snaps.   

LARRY  how can one get rest in a hospital with all the activity and sleep is almost impossible. They wake you for something when you finally do fall asleep. Glad Pat does not have the flu but sorry your son does.

JUNE  as long as we wake in the morning and can still get out of bed on our own we are OK.

JANE  when my kids were young they asked for some chocolate chip cookies, always made a double batch, got half the cookies made and was worn out so the rest I spread in a cookie‪ sheet and made bars. Now days I laugh at how they have all kind of bars like they are something new. I sure remember Mairzy Doats.

DON  it is a shock to read that Hal died so suddenly. He wanted to go home and now he really is. We will all miss him. His family must be in shock about now.

BUBBLE  thanks for the link. Will check it out soon.

Now if ounly we would hear something about JOAN. I am do afraid because we have heard nothing in much too long.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 20, 2018, 08:36:57 AM
In my prayers
Terri McPherson

As you make your way
through a fog of tears,
a landslide of heartache
and multiple fears,

I'll remember you
in my prayers.

While God holds you safe
in the palm of His hand
and sends His angels
to help you stand,

I'll remember you
in my prayers.

Each minute you long
for peace and rest,
courageously fighting
this willful test,

I'll remember you
in my prayers.

When a ray of hope
pierces the night
and your faith is renewed
by the heavenly sight,

I'll drop to my knees
and thank the Lord
for the grace of prayer
and your spirit restored.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 20, 2018, 09:34:19 AM
 Hi Everyone.  It is going to be a lovely day getting up to 60 degrees and sunny.  I expect this to be a very quiet day of rest.  For the first time since I started using the oxygen at night I got up tired this morning.  I don't plan to go anywhere.  I think the medicine is working as she seems better this morning and isn't coughing as much.  Unfortunately our son does have the flu but did get to the doctor's office quickly and got a prescription for the Tama-Flu medication.

June, I liked your thoughts regarding giving up driving.  You took a negative and turned it into a positive.

Jane, glad to see you had an easier shift.  I also would not like having to sell tobacco.  Do you have to do other checking out at that counter as well? If you have to go ahead and make some other type cookies besides chocolate chip.  :)  I do remember the song you mentioned.  My mother used to sing it on occasion when I was a child.  You deserve to be "contrary" once in a while. 

Gloria, I don't care whether the chocolate chip are in cookies or in cookie bars they are still delicious.  Pat has made them like that in recent years as much easier than standing there dipping out individual cookies. 

Don, as I mentioned in Norm's B&T, thanks for sharing the news with us and Bubble for providing additional information.  I am sitting here in sort of a state of shock but as my wife said when I mentioned he was a very Christian man that he had gone home to be with Christ. I am not sad for him but for his loving family and for the many of us that have been his friend for many years. 

Lloyd, you are a fine and caring man and nice that you were up to help with the food distribution yesterday and then sharing what you got with some needy folks on your way home. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Shirley on January 20, 2018, 10:53:59 AM
I saw the news last night, about Hal, but too stunned to say anything.  I can only imagine how sad all of his family (including his "pup" is this morning...  he just oozed with love for all of them & not at all bashful about saying it.  Thanks, Don & Bubble for bringing the news.

Larry, glad Pat is a little better.  I checked on my son & brother-in-law, both had that awful cough this week & both too stubborn to see a doctor.  Both cases I suggested they get extra sleep so their bodies can heal faster.  Hope you can get an extra nap today as well, you have done extra duty with Pat being sick and like my mother used to say, "you can't take care of someone else unless you take care of yourself first"....   

Hugs for everyone this morning.  Supposed to be nice weather so must get jobs taken care of outside, I'd rather go back to bed.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Denver on January 20, 2018, 12:09:06 PM
I, too, read the shocking news of our Hal’s passing last night, and just
sat here in silence!  I had him at home with his wife settling in for a well needed rest after the hospital stay.  Thank you, Don, for sharing this news, as much as I wish you did not have to! 

I have very mixed emotions about it happening at his home.....bless his dear wife and his entire loving family. 

LARRY, it is good to read that Pat is doing better this morning.  I am sure glad she did go in and get seen.  Please give her my best wishes that she will continue to feel better. 

DON, I am sad that your driving days have come to an end, but know that you have made a good decision. 

We are off to attend our granddaughters dance competition today at Denver University.  Unfortunately our grandsons will be participating in his Pinewood Derby for Scouts at the very same time, in the opposite direction.....I do not like to make these choices of what to attend. 

One week from today we will be in Sunny California attending our son’s wedding.  The weather is going to be great so we are very thankful as it is a beach wedding.

Last minute change...we are now going to the Pinewood Derby.....

Hugs to EVERYFRIEND today as we all think about the loss of two wonderful friends that can no longer be with us. 

Jenny
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Pat on January 20, 2018, 10:06:21 PM
How very, very sad.  I'm in shock.  Hal was a good friend of Seniors and Friends and I so enjoyed reading his posts over the years.


('m inable to write much due to this bulky cast)
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 20, 2018, 10:19:07 PM
Good Night Everyfriend and may God bless us, Everyone!  I'm still so sad!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Shirley on January 20, 2018, 10:58:06 PM
Pat, I've been thinking of you as well as Hal & Jeanne Lee today, and am sending a special hug to you for "saving us all" when Senior Net dumped us.  Sadness hurts more when you have not been up to par, so I am concerned for you, the "mother" of Seniors & Friends.  My sincere sympathy for your physical pain as well as the pain of losing dear friends.  God Bless and give you Peace in Your Heart.

And I will echo Janie's "God Bless Us, Everyone!" 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 21, 2018, 03:16:29 AM
 Pat I am up to get a drink of water and give my sweet teeth a boost, a couple of those bite size snickers. checked in here as well. sad to see you have some hurt. as i see you said you have a cast  hard to type must be on your arm ?
I suspect you some how broke a arm. what ever I send Prayers of speedy recovery to you  with Gods speed. let us see you more often with good reports.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 21, 2018, 06:25:07 AM
Good morning Everyfriend!  It's still below freezing this morning but supposed to get into the 40s today.  I'm going to try to go to church this morning.  I missed last Sunday because of the contrary car!  I wish everyone a better day today than yesterday and one that is not as good as tomorrow! 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 21, 2018, 06:36:39 AM
Good morning everyone...

Our temp is rising 24 ° at the moment. Snow has disappeared off of the driveway and with the rain coming I am sure a lot will go off the field. Today is a day of rest.

Janie, I could use a better day today..wasted yesterday other than doing laundry..no baking done :(

Pat, prayers heading your way for a speedy recovery.

Callie, I will miss your bets with Hal, it was always fun to see who won.

Larry ,glad Pat is feeling better and hope by now your son is also.

Gloria, one day closer to Spring, I hope your son has better luck with his apple trees this year.

Shirley, humans know what has happened but Hal's pup doesn't and will be searching for him for a while .

Joy, hope you are ok???

Lloyd, enjoy your Sunday.

Have a great day everyone.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Joy on January 21, 2018, 08:42:09 AM
Good morning, Amy, Jane and Lloyd.   Not quite sure what it looks like outside my window right now.  Supposed to be in the 40's to low 50's later today.
And not as much sunshine as yesterday.  I did stick my nose outside yesterday and it wasn't too bad.  However, I am still waiting for a lot more warmer days.

Still feeling very sad about the loss of Hal.  I am sure everyone is still kind of in shock.  It was all way too quick.  Thoughts are still with his family. I am sure they are having a very difficult time right now. 

I slept in a bit this morning, and now I am feeling hungry.  I plan on fixing an egg and I have a couple biscuits left from Friday's baking.

My DIL did pick up my groceries from Walmart yesterday. I always put the cold things away, but still have some of the other things to find a place for.  I did get some fresh string beans, that I plan to cook with some of the ham that I have left in the freezer from Christmas.  I ordered 2 lbs of beans, but it sure looks like a lot more.  I had my DIL get my bigger crock pot out of the cupboard, as I don't think they all will fit in the smaller one.  I do plan to share some with 2 of my sons.  Have not had any fresh string beans for a long time.  Looking forward to them.

Jane, do hope you will make it to church this morning. 

Amy, do hope you have a better day today.

Pat, sorry to read that you are still not doing well.  I really miss seeing your messages.  Hope you will soon be feeling better.   Do you still go to your place down in Virginia?  (I think that was where it was??)

Larry, glad that your Pat is feeling better. 

Hope everyone will have a good Sunday.

Joy


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 21, 2018, 09:00:01 AM
 Hi Everyone. Hi Everyone.  We are expecting a very nice day with it getting into the mid-60's.  Yesterday was sort of a lost day as had no energy.  I am up and dressed for Sunday School and Church this morning and seem to be a bit more energetic and know it will do me good to get out and about. I recognize there is a danger of catching the flu by being around other people but just as likely chance that I won't. I will likely watch the pro football playoff games late this afternoon and this evening.  Pat seemed to be feeling better yesterday and my son texted that he was feeling a lot better but was weak and tired.

Shirley, I wish Pat would have agreed to go to the Prompt Care earlier but it is what it is and hopefully she now is on the road to recovery.  Hope your son and BIL's cough will soon be getting better. You are so right in how grateful we all should be for the kindness and Pat to provide this place for us to meet. 

Lloyd, since it is hard for Pat to type with the broken arm I will just tell you that she fell in her kitchen some weeks ago and broke her arm.  She is also dealing with the terrible illness that has had her down for a long time.   

Jenny, with your grandchildren getting to the ages where they are involved in a lot of things you will probably have more occasions where you would like to be two places at once.  How did the Pinewood Derby turn out?

Joy, enjoy those fresh string beans with ham.  That certainly sounds delicious. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 21, 2018, 09:02:59 AM
good Morning everyone. well for the start the day check in. it is currently 51º and cloudy says light rain but have not got the rain as of yet and saying the high is to be 57º for today, but we are supposed to go back clod here this week, for my part it can stay like this for 30 days and then turn off pretty. oh yes i in two hitches slept 8.5 hours. Have a great day.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 21, 2018, 09:07:25 AM
thanks Larry you seam to read a lot and retain it much better than i do. you are a great friend also,

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 21, 2018, 09:28:02 AM
Good morning everyone, had a good sleep for a change and feel awake this morning. Sun is shining and it is 31° at 9am. Have a grocery delivery coming tomorrow morning so think I should set the alarm to make sure I am up and dressed before it arrives.

PAT  always a bright spot when we see you post. Take care of yourself.

AMY  we have rain in the forecast starting late tomorrow and all day Tuesday. Not as pretty as snow but not as dangerous for driving either. Even the piles of snow from the plows are almost gone. Odd for January. My son was saying a few days ago that  if he has no crop again he will cut the trees down and just keep a few for the family. Too expensive to  get the chemicals to spray the trees against bugs the bore into them.

JOY  I will get my grocery delivery before my CNA gets here and other than perishables she will help put them all away. Big order, I only do this about every 5 weeks or so. Your beans and ham sound so yummy. That is how I cooked them, too.

LARRY  when I had the carpal tunnel surgery on my right hand I learned how to use the mouse with my left hand and using that hand to type took ages to post anything. Not fun.

LLOYD  would love to have 50° here but this is still January and will be a long time before we see it that warm.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 21, 2018, 09:32:19 AM
Wisdom from Will Rogers

"Never squat while wearing your spurs"
 
From Will Rogers

Will Rogers, who died in a 1935 plane crash, was one of the greatest political sages this country has ever known.

Enjoy the following:
1. Never slap a man who's chewing tobacco.

2. Never kick a cow chip on a hot day.

3. There are two theories to arguing with a woman.
Neither works.

4. Never miss a good chance to shut up.

5. Always drink upstream from the herd.

6. If you find yourself in a hole, stop digging.

7. The quickest way to double your money is to fold it
and put it back into your pocket.

8. There are three kinds of men:
The ones that learn by reading.
The few who learn by observation.
The rest of them have to pee on the electric fence
and find out for themselves.

9. Good judgment comes from experience, and a lot of that comes from bad judgment.

10. If you're riding' ahead of the herd, take a look back every now and then to make sure it's still there.

11. Lettin' the cat outta the bag is a whole lot easier'n puttin' it back.

12. After eating an entire bull, a mountain lion felt so good he started roaring.
He kept it up until a hunter came along and shot him.
The moral: When you're full of bull, keep your mouth shut.


ABOUT GROWING OLDER...

First ~Eventually you will reach a point when you stop lying about your age and start bragging about it.

Second ~ The older we get, the fewer things seem worth waiting in line for.

Third ~ Some people try to turn back their odometers.
Not me; I want people to know 'why' I look this way.
I've traveled a long way, and some of the roads weren't paved.

Fourth ~ When you are dissatisfied and would like to go back to youth, think of Algebra.

Fifth ~ You know you are getting old when everything either dries up or leaks.

Sixth ~ I don't know how I got over the hill without getting to the top.

Seventh ~ One of the many things no one tells you about aging is that it's such a nice change from being young.

Eighth ~ One must wait until evening to see how splendid the day has been.

Ninth ~ Being young is beautiful, but being old is comfortable.

Tenth ~ Long ago, when men cursed and beat the ground with sticks, it was called witchcraft.
Today it's called golf.

And, finally ~ If you don't learn to laugh at trouble,
you won't have anything to laugh at when you're old.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 21, 2018, 09:43:50 AM
Good ones, Gloria.  Will Rogers knew what he was talking about!

My family was at a cottage in Cambridge, Wisconsin, in 1935 when Will Rogers and Wiley Post went down in a plane in Alaska.  I think the plane was never found.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 21, 2018, 10:08:20 AM
some of the things we reamber from younger days true and correct and some are not, but one thing my grand mother said about (Will Rogers ) sayings was he was setting in a restaurant stiring a cup of Coffey and the fellow next to him was very impatient and hollering at the watrest  to hurry he was in a hurrie.
will slid his over in front of him and said here is mine it is already caserd and bowed. have a great day.

Lloyd   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Shirley on January 21, 2018, 10:44:08 AM
Amy, I totally agree that my heart goes out to the pets that we can't explain to.  I did allow old LaurenKat to go to Cas' room as she always did first thing in the morning.  When she came running out with ... and I don't exaggerate.... shocked look on her face, I knew what was wrong.  She never went into that room again during the 4 & half years she lived.  She did understand because she saw him.  I have explained this to people that love their pets.... they understand what they see, be considerate of them.

Lloyd, we have warmed up and no ice on the river at all.  I'm almost afraid to check to see if things are starting to pop out of the ground, it has happened this early other years & plants get frozen back.  I've watered a couple times lately but the end came off my expandable hose so need to get it fixed or buy another.  It is light weight & I can carry the 75' around on one arm.  The rest of my hoses are the Sears "lifetime" rubber ones & so heavy I have trouble dragging enough to water the young trees.  A tree root grew into the pipe from the well so can't use the sprinkler system.  Gripe-gripe, we are so dry everything will die without water.

Gloria, Will Rogers sayings have always been a favorite & think he was the most honest person ever..... wouldn't you have loved knowing him or being able to watch his reaction with the news media today???  Thanks for posting these! 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Radioman34 on January 21, 2018, 12:04:04 PM
I'm away at my son's in colllingwood for the weekend still contemplating the fate of our departed friend Hal.
Has there been an obituary published?
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 21, 2018, 12:14:14 PM
Don, I looked for Hal's obit this morning and found none.  I will keep looking and post it if I see it.  Enjoy your time with your son.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Denver on January 21, 2018, 01:14:44 PM
A good Sunday Morning from white and chilly Colorado.  The projected the snow to start around 3 AM and it did.  We have nearly 5 inches with the possibility of 10 or so.  We need the moisture so badly.  The last decent amount of snow here was back in October. 

LARRY, the Pinewood Derby was a lot of fun!  Luke’s car came in 1st place., and he was one proud little guy!  We went to lunch afterwards and enjoyed more family time.  Kate’s competition also went well.  Her group won 3rd place in their division AND won 3rd place in the overall groups of 27.  It was videoed live, but we did not know it at the time.  It will be available soon on YouTube and we are looking forward to seeing it.  The oldest Grandson, Matt, went to his Scouting badge ceremony in the late afternoon and he is now a Star Scout.   His plan is to be a Eagle Scout in one year from now.  He is 12 years old, and most boys do not accomplish Eagle Scout until they are 17.  Thank you very much for asking.  I do hope Pat feels much better today. 

Enjoy your day, EVERYFRIEND, what ever you plan to do.  We are planning to stay indoors and keep warm, period! 

Jenny
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 21, 2018, 01:30:03 PM
Gloria, loved the sayings.. I have this one ear marked.

If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went. -Will Rogers

Hubby wanted to go for a drive so off we went to a wee hamlet near by for lunch. While there he managed to get 2 boxes of mandarin oranges.
All three have now went to lay down and I am going to go work on the cat quilt :)

Joy ,thank you, to play it safe when we were out for lunch I had a bowl of porridge....that always goes down nice.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 21, 2018, 01:51:56 PM
Good afternoon, again in the 40's and no wind, yesterday was warm but very windy.

Jenny, i am happy to see you are enjoy your grands while they are young.  all of a sudden they become teenages. :)

Amy, i like mandarin oranges also.

Gloria, I  was about 10 when Will Rogers plan crashed I even remember where I was, when we heard about it.  I also saw him in a vaudeville show. the Patchogue Theater had v. shows every Friday night.

Larry glad to read your son and Pat are feeling better.

Pat good to see a post from you, also hope your arm get better soon.

MaryAnn, while I was looking at grand haven, someone slipped and fell, but got up with help.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 21, 2018, 02:21:57 PM
Gloria de, I'm glad the person was able to get up at Grand Haven.  All too often we read about someone who has fallen from the pier and rescue squads have to be called.  The ice is very unpredictable because of the water action under the ice.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 21, 2018, 02:32:06 PM
Don, Collingwood  is where they have the Elvis festival?? I am not a fan of his but do enjoy his Gospel songs. Especially this one..

Hal, this one is for you..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SV7znC9TWYs
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 21, 2018, 04:03:17 PM
Amy, I was not an Elvis fan, either, but I listened to that piece with tears in my eyes, knowing we've lost both Jeanne Lee and Hal in the last two weeks.  Thank you for posting it.

Don, from what he said, I think Hal lived within the city limits of San Antonio; do you know otherwise?  I have only looked in the San Antonio Express/News for an obit.  Often obits are placed the day before a funeral, so we might have to wait a day or two yet.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Radioman34 on January 21, 2018, 04:11:40 PM
Mary Ann, like you I'm not an elvis fan, but I was very moved by that song. Thank you Amy.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Carol on January 21, 2018, 04:37:25 PM
Sorry to learn of Hal's passing.  He was an interesting poster and really had a good family life.

I always liked Elvis singing gospel.  He started singing in a little church at a very young age.  So, I listen to Elivis gospel, John Denver and a lot of classic music on ALEXA.  Elvis just rocks the house as well as Roy Orbison.  Just a few of the great ones!  I went to a concert in Seattle alone to listen to Nat King Cole.     
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Denver on January 21, 2018, 05:37:20 PM
GLORIA de, we are so blessed to have three of our grands here where we can be a part of their lives.  It was not that long ago we had all 5 of them here, and I have to admit I do miss those other two boys SO MUCH.  As you know, these days we are able to talk and even video with them, so it is much better than it used to be.  When we lived in Germany we only had snail mail and my parents missed a lot with our kiddos early on.  Same with my dad now...getting to talk to him every day make it not too bad at all. 

Thank you, AMY, for sharing the nice Elvis song with us.  I still can not believe Hal is gone! 

CAROL, I, too, have always enjoyed Elvis sing gospel songs.  I was never a real Elvis Fan, other than that.  His voice is still a thrill to listen to.  I have a couple of great Javalena pictures, taken at a friend’s home in Scottsdale a couple of days ago, if you or someone else would like to post them. Let me know.  We are getting a much needed snow storm here today, as I am sure you have already heard. 

Enjoy your visit with your son in Collinsworth, DON. 

I am off to start some dinner.

Jenny
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 21, 2018, 07:32:23 PM
Amy , thanks for the Elvis song. I always liked Elvis especially as a young man, before "fame" took over his life.

Pat dear, it is so nice to see a post from you. I still miss Geordie. I wish the tears would fall, they just keep piling up in my chest. I am feeling 93 years...shame on me.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Joy on January 21, 2018, 07:53:09 PM
I guess I grew up in the "Elvis Presley" era,  and did like most of what he sang.  But my mother didn't care that much for him, but this is the one hymn that she would play over and over.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UaDSaq2J6Cs

And, I  think it is kind of appropriate right now.  This version is especially pretty with the scenery.

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on January 22, 2018, 02:48:30 AM
Mary Ann, Hal's profile says San Antonio as his location.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 22, 2018, 05:27:21 AM
well girls my thinker is not what it used to be. but Hall recent location was close to the suburbs of dallies Texas. he was retired form the highway partrole a desk job dispatching, he and i talked on skype often, Nancy and I were making plans to stop by there home sight this coming spring after we get our new to us motor home. If i succeed in making contact with his wife and she likes we still will stop and see her and at least buy her a meal at a nice restraint in there aria. we don't have the motor home yet, but it is still in our plans to sell the farm and retain life time right's to a close friend. I am on the past side of 80 years and part of the time 1 year and part of the time two years older than her. but i still drive and so dose she with reasonable safety. she wont drive in big city traffic but dose a good job in rural or open highway. Like jack prat and wife we make a good Pair. but we put leftovers in the fridge. Nancy still cook's like we have children at home. have a great day everyone.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 22, 2018, 06:18:53 AM
Good morning everyone. Knew I had to be up early this morning but did not think I would wake at 5am. Had the alarm set for 6:30. Groceries coming between 8 and 10 this morning. Having some showers now and already 35°

MARY ANN  I always enjoy reading quotes by Will Rogers. We could use a few like him these days in DC. I was 4 when his plane went down but I remember over the years my parents talking about him. They went to visit my sister in Oklahoma years ago and my sis and BIL took her to the Will Rogers memorial. Mom brought back a memorial plate she bought there and I still have it.

LLOYD  all my life I have heard only good things about Will Rogers. Smart man and liked by all.

SHIRLEY  I agree, the way some people treat their pets I would like to treat them the same way. I think Will Rogers would be shocked at the world these days.

DON  when I saw he name Collingwood the first thing I thought of was the old TV series Dark Shadows set in a place called Collingwood. Weird show with vampires, were wolf and witches. Hope you enjoyed your week end. Hal's sudden death is a shock to everyone.

JENNY  we have light rain now but tonight and tomorrow will have more rain. I would prefer snow. Sure glad I went outside yesterday and enjoyed the warm sunshine for about 3 hours. Your Matt must really like boy scouts to aim for Eagle so young, Good for him and I hope he sticks with it.

AMY  I have had those Will Rogers quotes for several years and though I would share. I always enjoy them. I am with him about dogs. I look forward to seeing the ones I had over the years when I get there.

GLORIA de  yesterday was about perfect here, especially for January.

AMY  perfect timing with that song. I was not an Elvis fan but when he sang Gospel songs he was good.

CAROL  way back in the 1940's Nat King Cole had a Saturday afternoon radio show. That was where I first heard him and I always liked his singing.

JENNY  so happy my daughter and I have Skype so I can see and talk with her every day.

JOY  I liked Elvis singing the gospel songs and a few ballads but that was about it.

LLOYD  after cooking for a family and learning how to cook for 1 or 2 is hard.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 22, 2018, 06:20:43 AM
HUGS
(Author Unknown)

There's something in a simple hug
That always warms the heart;
It welcomes us back home
And makes it easier to part.

A hug's a way to share the joy
As sad times we go through,
Or just a way for friends to say
They like you 'cause you're you.

Hugs are meant for anyone
For whom we really care,
From your grandma to your neighbor,
Or a cuddly teddy bear.

A hug is an amazing thing-
It's just the perfect way
To show the love we're feeling
But can't find the words to say.

It's funny how a little hug
Makes everyone feel good;
In every place and language,
It's always understood.

And hugs don't need new equipment,
Special batteries or special parts -
Just open up your arms
And open up your hearts!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 22, 2018, 06:44:37 AM
Good morning everyone..

They say we are to get freezing rain today. Hubby has an appointment for 9 am  here in town then we can stay home.

Joy I like that song also....thank you for sharing.

Gloria, love hugs one size fits all. Hubby would say a hug without a squeeze is like apple pie without cheese..

Better get a move on here..

Enjoy your day everyone..

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 22, 2018, 07:39:02 AM
Good morning Everyfriend!  We've had some rain during the night but the temps are above freezing so the only effect it's having is to melt the snow.  We're supposed to get more rain beginning around noon a lasting several hours.  Gonna be a wet day!

I had lots of things planned for the weekend but I didn't do any of them.  I had a short visit with my Texas SIl and my Baltimore granddaughter (father and daughter).  Jim was here for a reunion of his high school wrestling team and to spend some time with his ailing father.  It's his father we've been praying for off and on this winter.  His father is Randall.  He stayed with his brother and Courtney stayed with her cousin so the short visit was all I got.  Then Cathy stopped by later on her way home from errands and we had a nice chat.  I went to church on Sunday and stayed for coffee hour and had a nice visit with friends.  And that's my weekend!

My cleaning dynamo was supposed to be here today but she asked if she could do tomorrow instead.  I'm flexible!  And I have an eye appt. today. 

A timer is calling me to go finish making the dog food.  So I better answer before it goes crazy.  Enjoy your day Everyfriend.  Stay warm, stay dry, stay safe, stay happy!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: roley on January 22, 2018, 08:45:14 AM
HELLO Lloyd, ..  not sure if any messages reached you. but i'm bac on line.. never saw anything of Christmas or new year.   had heart attack, now pacemaker fitted., slowly getting better.   ring anytime, cannot walk yet so takes a while to reach PC. but will be in touch  soon..ok.  Cheerio... peter  (roley)  :thumbup:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 22, 2018, 09:35:43 AM
I guess I should add "Stay healthy" to that todo list at the end of my posting.  So....

  STAY HEALTHY!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 22, 2018, 10:44:34 AM
Bubble, I've been looking in the San Antonio newspaper for an obit and haven't found one  yet.  I even looked in Mineral Wells news this morning because Hal had said he was born there.  I'll keep looking.

Gloria, I'll bet Will Rogers would have some pertinent comments if he were alive today.  I was 11 when the plane went down.

Believe it or not, we had a lightning and thunder storm this morning.  It is in the mid-30s now. 

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 22, 2018, 10:48:24 AM
 Hi Everyone.  It is a cloudy morning but in the 50's.  I had to make a quick trip to Walmart this morning to get a prescription for Pat and to get a bottle of cough syrup for her.  The medication the PA prescribed for her cough doesn't seem to be working and she didn't sleep at all last night.  However, she does think the congestion is better.  Apparently the coughing goes on for quite a few days.  I have nothing else on my schedule for today.  I did watch the late afternoon pro football game and then the first half of the second game.  The first game was competitive and the second was not. 

Lloyd, I haven't had the head injuries you have experienced plus I am several years younger than you.  However, I find my memory isn't quite a good as it used to be.  Just this morning I took my evening medicine rather than my morning medicine.  So this evening I will take the morning medicine.  Fortunately two of the main medications I need for my heart I take both morning and evening so it is no big deal. 

Gloria, sure hope you son doesn't have to cut down his apples trees but know it is very discouraging and expensive not to get a crop in a season.  If I couldn't use both hands for typing I would have to resort to dictating what I want to say and then copying and pasting to the discussions.  However, I have never liked to do the dictation.  Thanks for the wisdom of Will Rogers and the thoughts on growing older. 

Shirley, interesting experience with LaurenKat.  I have always heard that pets sense when we are not feeling well or when someone is very ill. 

Jenny, I bet Luke was excited to win the Pinewood Derby.  Do they get a blue ribbon or a trophy to mark the occasion?  Did he build his car himself or with some help from Dad?  It sounds like Matt is a very dedicated Scout and is on target to become a young Eagle Scout.  If you want to send me the javalena pictures I will see if I can get them posted with a link to view. 

Amy, I often buy mandarin or other small citrus fruit.  I also like tangerines as they are so easy to peal.  I have always like Elvis.  It is too bad he had such a sad ending.  His estate still makes many millions of dollars a year based on his songs and his home. 

Joy, I also grew up in the Elvis Presley era.  We had a radio in our barn and always listened to the radio while we were doing the milking.  I don't remember whether I ever had any of his 45 RPM records but doubt it as my folks didn't have the funds for such things. 

Gloria, what a great poem about hugs and so true. Amy, love what you husband says about Hugs.  I have never heard that saying before.   

Jane, at least your house cleaner called and let you know she would be a day late. 

roley, sorry about the heart attack and hope the pacemaker helps you feel better.  Glad to see you back posting. I have had a pacemaker for quite a few years and in a couple of years will have to have the third on put in as they don't replace the battery due to the danger of infection. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 22, 2018, 11:59:33 AM
Roley, glad to see you are on the mend..please take it easy..

Snowing here now, to the south of us they are getting freezing rain..I will take the snow. :thumbup:

Clipped both dogs nails and was going to head on over to the neighbours but she is sick with the flue and I don't need to bring that home to hubby. Will clip their dogs nails another time.

Going to go sew.. :smitten:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on January 22, 2018, 12:03:53 PM
Please, anyone who needs to post photos in S@F, feel free to send them to me (my mail is in my profile) and it will be my pleasure to take care of that
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 22, 2018, 12:43:16 PM
Good afternoon, warm for this time of year, and light rain.

Gloria, thanks for hugs poem, I think they are important. I went to Homemakers Friday and there was only 20 people there. the membership is 70.

Amy, I also like your husbands saying.

Roley, good to see your post. Sorry to read you have been ill.  My MIL, got her pacemaker when she was in her 70's and she live to be 97.

Amy, When Elvis sang  Gospel, he would sing with such feeling, and you understood every word.  I listen to him sing IN The Garden, it brought tears to my eyes, as that was the hymn sung at my son Marks funeral Another one that still brings tears is Amazing  Grace, that sung at my sons Dennis funeral.  One of the airmen asked if he could  sing, he was a  black men over 6ft. tall, he sang tears were rolling down his face. I still have that picture in my mind.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Carol on January 22, 2018, 01:31:23 PM
What a voice - so perfect to old-time hymns.  Elvis started with singing in a little church.  Fame and lifestyle took him away too young.  Thanks, JOY

Gloria:  I still cannot make "twosome meals" - so many frozen leftovers so they do come in handy. 
 

roley  Take care!  So sorry to read that you had a heart attack.  Keep us posted on your health and happiness.

Please do post the javelina picture.  They are ugly and smelly.  They walked right over the pellets we bought that were supposed to ward off the intruders. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: CallieOK on January 22, 2018, 01:33:20 PM
Merry Monday, Everyfriend,

The wind is "blowin' down the Plain" today.  (I'd fuss at Shirley but she may be getting a blizzard so I'll be nice  ;D).   I'm doing laundry and what's beginning to feel like Never-Ending desk work!!  Still working on the File Cabinet Project but I think "the boys" and I are accomplishing things that have needed their  :) attention for quite a while.

Lloyd,  my dil had major surgery in San Antonio a few years ago and Hal lived not too far from the hospital.  Nowhere near Dallas.

Larry,  Pat's condition sounds a bit like the pulmonary edema that my oldest son had when he was a teen.  Cough syrup did nothing for the congestion - which turned out to be fluid around the lungs, not in them.
Hope she feels better soon and you can keep your meds straight!   ;)

Jenny,  I still have the Pinewood Derby car oldest son/Dad made when son was a Cub Scout in Leadville. They carved it to look like a hot dog in a bun; the weights needed were the "pickle relish".   I think he won 3rd place. 

Wishing Everyfriend Everywhere an Enjoyable Day - and Good Thoughts for those with health challenges or caring for those who have them.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Carol on January 22, 2018, 01:35:30 PM
Gloria de:  Take care - hugs for you. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 22, 2018, 02:13:20 PM
Hal's wife was from England and I wonder if the reason there has been no obituary yet is because maybe someone from there wants to come here for the funeral.  I'll keep looking.

Callie, I knew Hal lived in San Antonio, so disregarded what Lloyd said about Dallas. 

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JeanneP on January 22, 2018, 06:33:25 PM
I think that Hal's Wife was back in UK this past Summer. I believe that some of her family did come and visit them and so maybe her brother and wife will come over.
We are having so many deaths here in my town right now that Obits seem to be not getting into the paper until about 4 days after death. Filling 4 whole pages of the Newspaper. So many under the age of 60 these day and lots over 83. Pneumonia seems to be filling the hospitals
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 22, 2018, 06:42:43 PM
I didn't find an obituary but I remembered that I had some information stashed away.  A while back I said that I'd be willing to keep some information on anyone who wanted to leave it with me and I have some from Hal.

He lived in a suburb of San Antonio called Live Oak.  I have an address and a telephone number for him.  I also have his wife's name.  I don't think I want to post it here but if anyone wants the rest of the info, please email me and I'll send it to you.

It's been a busy day around here and I'm ready to crash.  I'll check back later to see if anyone has emailed me.  Enjoy your evening Everyfriend!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Shirley on January 22, 2018, 06:49:35 PM
Gloria, I did call Doris this morning to tell her about Jeanne Lee & Hal, & tried to give her a quick run down of others she remembers.  She mentioned she found your phone number & plans to call you (hope it's the same as when you talked last).  She does sound good but her walking keeps her in more this time of year. 

Peter, sorry to read you've had a heart attack and glad you are doing better.  At our age most of us are familiar with heart problems of one kind or another and can sympathize. 

Callie, we have wind about to puff the house down, sounds like a freight train running constantly.  Had a little misty rain that changed to flakes of snow off & on, nary a flake hit the ground, but bet overnight it could be slick.  Take care.  I have a new expandable hose due tomorrow, the other one popped off at the faucet connection & can be repaired but my little trees need a drink or they won't survive.  The wind sucks any moisture out of the plants & ground, sure dry. 

Mary Ann, it took a good week for me to get Cas' obit in the paper, had to take the photo to the mortuary & they handled putting it in the local paper & his home town one.  I kept it simple as he would have wanted, but the delay was the mortuary sent the death certificate that had to be signed by one of his doctors.... to the wrong address.  They couldn't have the cremation until it was signed so when they talked to me & I asked where they sent it, they were mortified to not have realized the cardiologist had moved in with another group of doctors & hand carried the paper for him to sign.  Caused delays that nobody appreciates at that time, hardest on our kids, one even went to make sure his body was being respectfully "stored".  Even though we expected his death for years, it is a shock when it happens, all has to tie together with services, private or public.  Nice of you to check for us.  Thanks.

We had some of the Elvis records on the old Sun label.  Cas gave me a little radio, record player (German made) when we were in England & Elvis in Germany, and he bought a stack of the "35s" (is that the size of those little records?)... from a guy coming back to the US & didn't want to bring them.  I kept them when we came back, until the kids were in their teens.  I caught the boys rolling them to each other one time... not in the best shape, we did have a big player that they used those years. When we moved to Kansas City I gave the records to the youngest son (only one willing to take them) & not sure what he did with them. 

Oh, my, had several phone calls since starting this & now is past time for cats to eat.  Crazy day.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 22, 2018, 08:29:06 PM
Another day will soon be closing downMuch I have left undone, but that seems to be a common thread with me.

I bought a paper back book today from the author...a friend that lives here. She did Prison Ministry with her son for many years So I know I will enjoy reading it.

I am wondering about Hal's beloved dog. How she is taking him not being there for her. And I'm wishing Hal's son in law that loved him and cared for him would know us and share his feelings with us. Lots of wishing and hoping but we have to accept what is.

We had a cool but sunny 70 degrees today. I wasted a good portion of my morning on the computer. I had typed in a medical  program to learn something about albuterol and something at the end was an addition spoken by a doctor, titled "three food we should never eat", it went on and on and on. Diet soda was the first thing listed, along with wheat bread and down the line of MORE than THREE was yogurt. After an hour or more I shut it off.

I don't know why I let myself get suckerd into this stuff.

Nothing more of my day to bore you all with, so I will say that I dearly love you all, and hope you keep well and healthy. God is with us so who or what can harm us. He is ever faithful to help us in our many needs. He Loves us. Amen.


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 22, 2018, 09:19:15 PM
kSorry about the large size print. I couldnt get rid of it in the normal way.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 22, 2018, 10:09:02 PM
I liked the large print!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Denver on January 22, 2018, 10:53:55 PM
Good evening.

I am watching the Denver Nuggets / Portland Trailblazers Basketball Game tonight as son and grandson are there and we can see them very well in their seats. 

The family tried all morning to get HAMILTON tickets purchased.  Dr. Dave was the only one that got a low lottery number and was able to buy tickets.  They have 4 tickets and I would love to go, but not sure what their plans are for the 4 they were able to buy. 

We had sunshine today but the temps were not really warm enough to do much melting. 

GLORIA, you HUG Poem is wonderful....I really love it. 

SHIRLEY, the record sizes were 78’s, 33 1/3rd and 45’s. 

CALLIE, I had to chuckle about your son’s Pinewood Derby car being a hot dog, bun and pickle relish!  Cute!  Luke’s car won first place also last year!  Guess his dad has figure out the secret to get the little nail pins and the plastic tires to roll well!  The two of them have enjoyed the time together getting the cars carved and then painted......

LARRY, it is definitely a father and son project on the Pinewood Derby car.  Years ago, my Bob helped one of the single mom’s with her son’s and she was so appreciative.  Dave helped one little guy this year as his wheels kept falling off during the race. Last year they awarded trophy’s after the derby, however this year they will be awarded at the weekly pack meeting this Tuesday Night.  Thank you for your kind offer to help with posting photos.

JUNE, your LARGE print was no problem at all...made it quite easy to read as a matter of fact.

BUBBLE, I thank you, as well, for the offer to post pictures. 

ROLEY, sorry to read of your heart attack, but sure happy to hear that you are doing much better now with the pacemaker. 

Best get this posted before I accidentally loose it. 

Pleasant dreams to all.

Jenny
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Shirley on January 23, 2018, 12:10:51 AM
And as some of us come in to see if there is any news before going to bed... I'll say it for Hal, "nite, nite, sweet dreams and God Bless.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 23, 2018, 06:06:18 AM
Good morning everyone..

I thought I had heard someone shoveling our driveway (neighbour) he is like that so got up to help. Dressed in working clothes out I went and no one there..am I losing it :idiot2: Oh well I did see that there is a very hard crust of ice on the snow and think it may be wise to leave the snow right where it is till is stops raining.

Von is the only thing planned for today.

June, your posts are never boring , love reading them.

Jenny, I too can remember the Cub Car Rallies. I was in Scouting but with the 5 - 7 year olds called Beavers.

Gloria de I also enjoy Amazing Grace...especially when sung by El Divo.
https://www.vevo.com/watch/il-divo/amazing-grace/GB1100800600

Gloria, I didn't want to get up this early but oh well, fire is going.put tea on and now enjoying a cup. Coffee in the hidey hole along with lemon donuts for everyone.

Jane. one of my jobs today is to make mustard...we aren't out but getting close and I don't want to be without! Had some mixed with honey and mayo to dip our chicken fingers in last night.

Larry, hope Pat is feeling much better today..

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 23, 2018, 06:44:57 AM
Good morning Everyfriend!  I got up to a rainy day and as soon as I checked my messages, the rain moved inside.  Thank you for all your prayers for Randall!  Last night his pain and feeling of helplessness left him and and he went home to his God.  He was 86 and and he was one of the last of the all time GOOD GUYS.  I don't know anyone who didn't like him in spite of his gruff exterior. 

Enjoy your day and say "Thank you" to God for his care of Randall!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 23, 2018, 07:05:55 AM
Jane my sympathy to you and the family of Randall.  He is in a better place now, and all those that love him have wonderful memories tucked in their hearts.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: phyllis on January 23, 2018, 07:43:24 AM
Jane, I'm sorry.  Randall is at rest and without pain but it still hurts when they leave us behind.  Prayers for you and for Randall's family.

Peter, how nice to see you back after all this time.  And to hear that a pace maker is helping you to feel better.  I hope we hear from you often. 

Amy,  I sat here and cried listening to Amazing Grace.  My Tom and I loved that hymn and especially when the bagpipes played it.  I requested that it be played at Tom's memorial service.

Mary Ann, many people, including our family, prefer to not have an obituary placed in the papers and we had a small private memorial service for Tom with just family and a few close friends and neighbors.  Far away family and friends (those that were still alive) were told of his death by phone or mail.  Perhaps Hal's family has chosen that way, as well.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 23, 2018, 08:35:56 AM
just Sean on the news they had a bad earthquake in Alaska 8.9 . heart goes out for them, hope everyone has a good day. it is 31º and cloudy here ceiling for a high of 38º today. stay in and stay warm.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on January 23, 2018, 09:41:38 AM
Oh Lloyd, I had not heard that,  I hope our Angelface is OK.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 23, 2018, 10:40:40 AM
Good morning everyone, 2 nights I have had trouble getting to sleep. Wish I knew why this has been happening so often lately. Maybe just not enough exercise anymore. Of course it is not this rain and dampness making my back feel worse. Enough complaining.

MARY ANN  weather people here are saying we might have thunderstorms with today's rain. It is still a bit foggy here but not as bad as yesterday.

LARRY  from the time my son started his orchard the price of the chemicals needed have mmore than tripeld in cost, and now that he is retired he cannot afford to throw all that money away and get nothing in return.

AMY  I would rather have snow than freezing rain, too.

GLORIA de  my favorite hugs are from children, right now from my little great grandson.

CAROL  when I first started cooking for just me I tried cooking something that would freeze good. Sure helped when I would get home tired from work.

SHIRLEY  I did recently send Doris my phone number but wondered if I had the right email address. Could you email it to me please? I know too wel haw walking can keep one inside. Sure the rollator is wonderful but not good on rough ground.

JUNE  your large print was easy to read.

AMY  lemon donuts? Hope there is still one ther  for me. My favorite.

LLOYD  have not heard the news yet, Hope the quake was not in Fairbanks.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 23, 2018, 10:42:34 AM
 Hi Everyone. We have had a little rain during the night and it is overcast today, at least so far.  It is currently 65 but the temperatures are to go down during the day to the low 60's this afternoon.  I decided to go to the Prompt Care yesterday afternoon and really got a good report as my lungs were clear so the PA doesn't feel I have bronchitis and perhaps it is just sinus causing the cough. She gave me a prescription for TamaFlu if I get any flu symptoms and prescribed something for the cough. I am pretty sure I don't have the flu so won't fill that prescription now.  I do think the cough is better this morning.  Last night was one of those nights when I just couldn't go to sleep until probably 2 am. I plan to stay in today and mainly take things slow.

Amy, it sounded like yesterday was a good day to stay inside and sew. 

Bubble, thanks for taking on the posting of pictures for folks. 

deAngel, the Hymn "In the Garden" was my mother's favorite and she had it sung at her funeral.  I can't image anyone not loving "Amazing Grace" and there are so many beautiful recordings of it available to us these days. I don't know how anyone can sing with tears rolling down his face. 

Carol, we intentionally make more than "twosome meals" so don't have to cook as often. 

Callie, as I remember living in your area it seemed that the wind was always "blowin' down the Plain".  I heard from my sister in Northern Iowa yesterday that they were in the middle of a blizzard.  I do feel that Pat is feeling better as got a lot of sleep yesterday and again last night.  What a cleaver idea for a Pinewood Derby car.

Shirley, I had one of the lightweight hoses that retracted itself and it sprung a leak.  I had the label and contacted the company and they ultimately sent me a new hose but I had to take pictures of having cut off one of the ends of hose and a picture of the hose leaking.  Last year I bought a heavier hose but it was so difficult to use that when I brought it in for the winter I just threw it into the trash and was too heavy for me to handle anymore.  I will get another one of the retractable lightweight one this Spring so will have one of the retractable hoses for both of the outside faucets.  They don't get much use as had no outdoor plants last year and never will again.  Artificial flowers or plants don't require much water.  :)  I think you are referring to the 45 RPM small records from years ago.  They had the large hole for the spindle.

June, I have always heard that wheat bread was much better for us than white bread.  How often have we been told over the years that something was bad for us only to later be told that isn't so.  I decided a long time ago I was an adult and would make my own decisions about what I ate.  I do try to stay away from most friend foods.  You never bore us. 

Jenny, I remember my son being in Scouts for a year or two and think he also entered the Pinewood Derby.  Unfortunately his father wasn't much help with his car.  The troop he belonged to camped every month regardless of the weather and one January they camped when it was probably 20 below.  Scott remembers that camping experience very well.  As you  saw above Bubble has offered to take over the posting of pictures for us.  She is a very talented lady and I appreciate her help and will refer pictures to her.

Jane, I send my condolences to you and Randall's family. 

Bubble, Fairbanks is a very long way from where the earthquake hit, which was 175 miles South of Kodiak, Alaska.  I just now saw that while some Tsunami warning still exist for some of the coast of Alaska they have been cancelled for Washington, Oregon and California. I hope Patricia is OK as she didn't seem to post yesterday, at least after I posted yesterday morning.     

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 23, 2018, 11:23:57 AM
Fog has finally lifted, it was so thick I couldn't see the road! VON girl said roads were also slippery. Have a big pot of beef barley soup on so that should hit the spot for lunch. Better stop procrastinating and get my mustard made too.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Sandy on January 23, 2018, 11:35:10 AM
:peepwall:
Good Morning Everyone from the the
cold and sleety rocky coast of Maine. 
Good day to stay inside.

Larry sorry to hear that you and Pat
have a "bug".  But glad to hear that
you have had it checked out and have
the prescriptions to pick up if need be.   

I am doing well.   Getting over
recovering from the dreaded colonoscopy 
:tickedoff: ..
All is well.

Sandy
:balloons:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 23, 2018, 12:17:04 PM
Sandy, I have never had to have a colonoscopy done.........yet. It does not sound like a pleasant test, but much in our lives that is unpleasant, but essential. I'm glad you are doing O.K.

Larry, I grew up with the wheat bread being the best also. I'm sorry I posted that article, or part of it. When I finally quit reading it, I found it was really an add for taking some kind of medication. That really disgusts me.

I found the large print very easy to read also, but if we all switched to that size it may be a problem, so I'll try not to have it happen again.

I have a program coming up downstairs.It is called Friends helping Friends, so I had better get my bed made, my body dressed and be on my way. I had blood drawn at 5 a.m. so a long nap will be needed later today. I could have gone back to sleep, but knew my nurse would be here at 6 o'clock for the usual…patch, pill, and albuterol treatment. So off I go. See you all later my beloved friends. June.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 23, 2018, 01:04:26 PM
Good afternoon pouring rain, windy and so dark I have the lights on. Quite warm

Amy, thanks for the video. beautiful.

Jane, prays for you and your family.

Gloria, I am also having trouble sleeping, I go to bed read for a while about 12 I  go to sleep, but wide awake about 3. go back to sleep about 5,  Oh! I sure miss those lemmon donuts, Joan use to put out for us  :)

Larry, I like those hoses, but the last two I bought leaked the other hoses are to heavy.

Jenny, my two sons won their local soap box derbys. and went to Akron, Oh.  for the National. Quite and experience. They met all the stars from Bonanza and another year from Bewitched.  WE had a large barn, and some of the boys and fathers guided there sons building their racers.  One boy who's mother just had died bulited his racer there with the other fathers helping.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Shirley on January 23, 2018, 07:43:52 PM
Sandy, June, when I went for my 30 day check up after heart surgery the nurse asked when I had my last colonoscopy done & I told her that "I have never had that pleasure so since Medicare says they aren't necessary after 75, I won't ever".   She looked at me like I was missing a few marbles & didn't say a thing.  Because Cas had colon cancer in his family, & they usually found polyps to clip out, he got them every year for a while & after Medicare, every 5 years.  Whatever they gave him the last time made him happy as a baby & just as goofy.  I begged to bring some home to give him.   :2funny: 

Larry, my new hose came in today, has a 2 year warranty but doubt if it would cover unless they don't want a bad review.  I have 2 or 3 of those heavy rubber "Sears lifetime" hoses at each faucet (stored for the winter) but they are too heavy to drag around.  I did get a recall on the fire extinguisher in the RV yesterday.  So many numbers & places to check so I took the camera out & got a good shot of the details & of the whole unit & pulled the photos up & called today.  Sure is on recall & they will send a new one.  Been doing catch up on details... tomorrow will drive the RV over to get the propane refilled so it's ready if I need to go.  With my sister being 88 & brother 93, both of their spouses about the same ages, so I keep the elephant on alert.

Must take care of cats.... it's mild but still winter & they will be wanting in. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 23, 2018, 08:25:51 PM
Tisie, at 93years of age, I am not even thinking polyps, or anything else that requires hospitalization or surgery...Gary has it all figured out for me...if I am ever in severe pain he is calling in Hospice where they can legally give enough of something to keep me comfortable to die in peace. I also have the DNR posted by my door, and the clinic downstairs has a copy. I want no surgeries, just want to be let go to find out whats on the other side. To see what Dr. God has in mind for me.[/color]
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 23, 2018, 08:42:01 PM
Good evening June, You wrote exactly what I wanted to say, and do say when I am in the hospital. I will be 94 in a couple of weeks.  As my pulmonary doc. said  see you in 6 months, eat what you want.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 23, 2018, 09:14:41 PM
well Girls I past 80 last august and I say same thing eat what you want when you want if you have it. me I am on a sea food diet see food and eat it, espacely
sweet. i do not have a sweet tooth, I have all sweet teeth. well it is time to bid you all sweet dreams and goodnight.

Lloyd 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 23, 2018, 10:07:27 PM
good Night my friends.  May tomorrow be a better day!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 24, 2018, 06:50:19 AM
Good morning everyone...

Another day dawns.....well it soon will make an appearance. I did peek out and no new snow to deal with. Last evening I saw the plow go by pushing the banks back with heavy wet snow. I knew it would be hard to move once froze so I shoveled all out of the driveway.
Today is chiropractor this morning and then let the day happen. On second thought I had better get the mustard made...see I am good at procrastinating. Maybe I can clip the nails on the neighbours dog today also.

Phyllis ,that is also my favourite song and I love the pipes!! Where I was raised, a few streets over a man would play the pipes and the sound was beautiful.

Larry, I did manage to get some sewing done..another song I like is Victory In Jesus and His Eye Is On The Sparrow.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vcIoFdSC-jA

I had better get a move on.

Enjoy your day everyone..








Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 24, 2018, 07:17:08 AM
Good Morning!  We're up and attem and the temp has gone back down.  Somehow, the contrast has changed on my monitor and I'm having trouble seeing what I'm typing.  If I make any glaring errors, pleas forgive me!

The rain has stopped and I'm thankful for that because the temps are back to below freezing.  That would have been a terrible mess.

I'll be working this morning so wish me smiles and short lanes! I wish you all a happy day!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 24, 2018, 09:43:39 AM
Good morning everyone, finally got here. Some mornings I am really slow getting moving, this is one of them. At last the rain has stopped and the sun is shining. Two days of rain and dampness really got to me.

JUNE  I do not care what is said about wheat bread I do not like it taste. I will stick to white bread but these days with so much preservatives in bread  I eat very little of it. A loaf can sit there for a month and still not get moldy like it used to or get stale either.

GLORIA de  looks like DD has stopped making the lemon ones, no call for them anymore.  Been a few years since they were made around here and those were always my favorites.

SHIRLEY I had a colonoscopy twice and refused to do it again. My SIL has it done every year because he has family members who died of colon cancer. Not something he looks forward to. Most years they remove polyps.

LLOYD  I am with you with sweet teeth. Always ready for something sweet.

AMY  the sun I woke to has gone back to sleep under a thick cloud cover.

Have a good day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 24, 2018, 09:44:46 AM
                      True Friends

True friends can brighten your day
   
     Just by saying hello

Their words can soothe most fears away

They can give you a warm gentle touch
 
And you know without speaking

That your friends mean so much

                     Kathy Estes
                       3-12-83
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 24, 2018, 09:57:29 AM
 Hi Everyone. It is another beautiful sunny morning here in South Carolina and I am feeling much better today than I did yesterday.  I guess this was just a cold that resulted mainly in a lot of sinus drainage and a cough, although not coughing up anything. 

This is Wednesday night dinner at Church and I hope to be able to join Jennifer and her visitor there for dinner. Scott is working again this evening so won't be there or be able to come out to the house.  I will make a final decision on going later this afternoon.  Nothing else on the schedule for today.  I stayed in bed late this morning and by the time I got up Pat had fixed her own breakfast and is now snoozing away in her easy chair.  She is also feeling much better except for the cough, which apparently is going to linger.

Sandy, I am just thankful we didn't get the flu here.  The coughing really wears a person down but at least didn't have the other problems that go along with the flu. 

June, the last couple of colonoscopies I have had were not bad as they completely put me out.  The preparation the day before is the most unpleasant but nothing compared to suffering one with have with undetected colon cancer.  I know what you mean about reading something that sounds interesting and they just go on and on and of course they always have something to sell us. One of my coffee drinking friends here married within this last year and now his new wife has been put on Hospice as the cancer treatments are not working.  It sounds like you have your affairs in order and lets hope you never need Hospice care but based on our experience with it when Stacey was under their care it is a wonderful organization and service to folks. 

Lloyd, you are not the only one with sweet teeth.  :)  Fortunately I do not have diabetes. 

Amy, it sounds like you have enough to keep you pretty busy today.  Your mention of "His Eye is on the Sparrow" brought to mind Ethel Waters as that was sort of her signature song. 

Jane, don't forget you can hold down the control key and scroll up or down to increase the size of the print.  The bigger it gets the brighter it is. 

deAngel, that was quite an honor your sons had to get to go to Akron for the National Pinewood Derby competition. 

Shirley, just hold on to the information on the hose and the receipt of where you bought it.  I was able to get a replacement of the one that failed on me as I described yesterday (I think).  They are perfect for older folks as they are very lightweight and you don't have to deal with them getting all dangled up.  It is good you keep your RV ready to hit the road.   

Gloria, glad to see you are getting some sunshine today.  It sure brightens our outlook over a overcast day. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 24, 2018, 02:52:26 PM
Gloria de, You may want to ask your doctor about having a DNR. He can explain it all to you. If you want your wishes known and you are to ill to say what you want done, the DNR will say it for you. Or a good lawyer can help too.

Janie dear….just having a tomorrow is a gift. Keep safe with that weather you are having today. I know you will receive smiles because you give the first. The short lanes I pray are yours !

Gloria, I have never been fond of wheat bread, and I can't have rye as most of it is seeded. My favorite is Sour dough. It has a good flavor and  texture..for me.

Larry, I am a stubborn old gal, and I like to have things done legally on paper, so if I cannot speak for myself due to a stroke or what…..it is there in black and white. And everything I have done, my children agree with. If a person has no children, or close relative, or very good friend, they should have a reliable lawyer.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 24, 2018, 06:19:51 PM
Hello my friends, I came home from work so tired I couldn't think straight.  I made some lunch, gave the doggies a snack, read my email and took a nap.  I'm awake now and I feel better but I was really exhausted.  I drew 2 busy, long registers today and I thought the day would never end!

I hope you are all having a good day and enjoying life.  I'm going to spend the rest of the day, doing absolutely nothing.  Tomorrow, I have to get ready for house guests.  Randall's funeral is on Saturday and that's going to be a difficult day.  My daughter and her husband and my granddaughter will arrive from Texas on Friday night  and leave on Sunday.  Even when you are expecting it, it's hard to let a loved one go. 

Time to get on with my "nothing" for the evening! 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 24, 2018, 06:47:59 PM
June, I do have a DNR, I had it made out 3 years ago, one copy is on the side of the refrigerator with the meds with take, and other papers that the ambulance would need,  that is at the request of park management, that we do that.  I also carry a copy in my wallet.  I found out I also have to have another one signed in the hospital
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 24, 2018, 07:22:36 PM
well Larry V A said i was adiabatic but I do not believe them, I eat what i want test my blood sugar and do not go over 100 on with it. un less I over eat the wrong thing in abundance, like those being cherries 25 30 of them will raise it to high 100 hundreds in a hurry  i have don that a time or tow but do not make a habit of that. Have a great rest of day.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 24, 2018, 10:22:14 PM
Saw my Dr. today, all is well. Thanks be to God. Tomorrow Dori and two good friends are coming here for lunch..just a girl visit, nothing special. Then later I will attend Choir practice.

Have a peaceful sleep dear hearts. God will stay watching over us. We are so blessed for all He does for us. Prayers, Hugs and Love. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 25, 2018, 05:50:55 AM
 Hi Everyone.  I am going to beg off of making individual comments today as have had a setback with the cough and congestion.  Yesterday evening early I thought things were under control, but by the time I got home from dinner at the Church I started coughing.  I was feeling terrible and went to bed about 8 pm and was able to stay there in basically a sitting up position until around 3:30 when I started hacking again.  So I came out to my easy chair.  Today will just be one of rest even if it is sitting up. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: roley on January 25, 2018, 06:03:52 AM
From Roley'
To all who sent me 'get well' messages,  I thank you all sincerely, you are all unknown to me as i have only ever spoken in here once before, then Lloyd asked me if he could speak to me on 'skype' ,since then we speak regularly to each other and i just look in here just to see the latest from over the pond !.
For a moment can i tell you something of myself,  i am 86, born 1931, caught polio 1933, many years in and out of hospital, worked until i took early retirement and  pension at  age of 58, was hit  again by 'Post Polio' and have been completely house bound for the past two years, then on Dec 20 last year, i was found on the floor by my wife and G/son, it was a 'as we say,'  a red light job (Ambulance ignores all red traffic lights), my wife and G/son waited several hours while they brought things back to normal again, now after 6 weeks in hospital, i am back home again, memory and speech bad at the moment but slowly getting better, so this is where i am at the present time, looking into 'SENIORS AND FRIENDS' reading all your get well messages from unknown 'FRIENDS' and all i can say to you all is THANK YOU. and in return  I HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A HAPPY NEW YEAR,  THANK YOU ALL AND GOD BLESS ALL. ROLEY. aka peter..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on January 25, 2018, 06:59:09 AM
Hi Peter - from another polio survivor at age 2, and having issues with post-polio as well.
The internet and especially Seniors&Friends  are a blessing for people like us who spend hours and day at home:  it is a window to the outside world.

I understand your are British? I was born in Congo-Zaire but now live in Israel. The climate suits me here - except this winter!

Welcome to Soda shop and I hope you soon make many friends here.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 25, 2018, 07:05:36 AM
Good morning everyone..

My first thoughts this morning is Larry, please go to the Dr. We lost one friend with a cough and please please we don't wish to lose another.

Roley, great to see you posting in here.. I am in Ontario Canada where it is a tad chilly at the moment -6 F  or -21 C. Hope each day bring you closer to feeling tip top.

I am on the run this morning taking hubby to his chiropractor appointment. Will check back later.

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 25, 2018, 07:36:28 AM
Good morning Everyfriend!  And a special "Good Morning Roley/Peter".  I thank God I don't have any major health issues at (almost) 83 and that I'm still able to work a few days a week.  I come here for inspiration!  There are so many here who are facing issues that could make them unhappy but they're not.  I come to see what they are doing with their days so I can put mine in perspective.  Sometimes, when I come here, I feel down but I never do when I leave here.  All these special people keep me in line.  Please come back and let us know how you are doing. 

The weather here in Central PA is COLD again.  Not as cold as Amy's but I've decided to think SPRING!  It's a lot closer than it was in December and good things have to happen soon. 

This weekend won't be an easy one!  My daughter and her husband will be staying with me and my SIL's father's funeral is on Saturday.  Even though we knew we were losing him, it's never easy on those left behind.

I bought the stuff to make a breakfast casserole for Sunday morning and I'm hoping my granddaughter and her cousin will join us. 

Right now, the doggies and I are waiting for the "boinger" for their pills that need to be taken on an empty stomach and then we'll have breakfast and get this day on the way.  Make yours a good one!  Enjoy, relax, keep warm, be happy!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 25, 2018, 08:18:15 AM
Good Morning everyone.
well I did a quick rundown on new post's since I was last here.  I agree wit the fact we all need to take care of our selves, we do not need to lose any more friends here, God is good to us and we all need to thank him Daley, Peter it is good to read your and Larry's post. I do thank god for the friends and help here and other places, I do cherish you all. as peter said he and i talk on skype wish more of you would. Peter and talk and say a word and compare what it means here and different there. (very interesting ). Have a great day everyone.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Joy on January 25, 2018, 08:35:00 AM
Good morning, Amy,  Jane, and Larry.    And a special welcome to Roley/Peter.  I remember you, Roley, as being a friend of Lloyd's and some correspondence you have had with him over several years now.  Glad to know that you are getting well, slowly, but surely. 

Nothing special  in my little corner of the world.  Still cold, but at least the sun is shining.

Jane, special thoughts to you as you begin this sad week end for your family.  Nice, tho, that you will have friends and relatives to help  share the sorrow with.  Hope your grand daughter and others will be able to join you for your Sunday breakfast.

Here in the Senior Living place  where I live,  we have had 2 young ladies helping out with some of the activities since our activity director had to leave due to illness.  They have also been helping some with learning the computer and helping out with any problems any of the others have .  I had a notice in my door the other day that they are having a 15 min. one-on-one meeting with different ones that already have a computer and have " exciting information to make life easier ".  That meeting is today at 1 p.m.  I am very interested in going to see what this is all about.  I also had talked with one of the gals about helping me delete a lot of the books I have on my Kindle.  So, I will be taking my Kindle with  me to see if she will have time to help me with that.  She had told me  that it was an easy fix.  I have to many books on my Kindle that I will never get around to reading them all.

So, that is what I will be doing later this afternoon.  And,  some reading and I am sure a couple little naps in between. 

Larry, sorry that you seem to have picked up the bug from Pat.  That cough seems to just hang on forever.  Please take care of yourself.   Rest is the best medicine right now.

Amy,  have a safe trip on your journey for today.  You  make me tired just hearing all the things you can get done in a day. I used to be like that, but have sure slowed down a lot in these last few years.   

For all the other friends, stay warm if you are in one of the cold areas, and hope everyone will have an enjoyable day.

Joy


Good morning to you, Lloyd.  You sneaked in on me while I was writing the message above.  Hope you have a good day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 25, 2018, 09:16:59 AM
Good morning everyone, sun is shining bit it as another cold start with 17°. This is the first year that winter has me down. Tired of this darn freezing weather and the feeling of being cooped up inside. Must be getting really old, you think?

LARRY  the sun shining sure can help with one's outlook for the day. Glad you and Pat are feeling better.

JUNE  I get a rye bread that does not have seeds. I do like the taste of rye bread but can get tired of it. I* have had sourdough bread at my daughter's but what they have here is nothing like it for taste so stick to white bread, I know these days that is a no no “they” tell us.

JANE  no matter the age or health it is hard to let a loved one go.

LLOYD  when those wonderful cherries are in season I would find it hard to  stop at 25 or 30 of them. Glad I am not diabetic.

LARRY  so sorry that cough is back again.

ROLEY/PETER  I have known several others who got post polio. One was a man who was still alive thanks to the efforts of Sister Kenny. She worked on him and saved him from those old Iron Lungs. Glad you are back with us after that last scare.

BUBBLE  this is the first time in my life that winter got to me. Of course it could have been more than a month with no computer and now not being able to use PSP. I miss that so much.

AMY  as cold as it is there I should not complain about the temperature here.

JANE  if we both think spring maybe we could get some warmer weather? Last Sunday here was such a tease with the warm sunshine that I stayed out in the sun for 3 hours.

Have a good day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 25, 2018, 09:17:35 AM

When You've Had a Bad Day

It was one of the worst days of my life: The washing machine broke down, the telephone kept ringing, my head ached, and the mail carrier brought a bill I had no money to pay.

Almost to the breaking point, I lifted my one-year-old into his high chair, leaned my head against the tray, and began to cry.

Without a word, my son took his pacifier out of his mouth and stuck it in mine.
----------------------

In The Eye Of The Beholder

For an art project the first grader handed in a blank sheet of paper.

The teacher said, "What is this?"

"It's a drawing of a cow eating grass."

"Where's the grass?"

"The cow ate all of it"

"Then, where's the cow?"

"The cow left because there was no more grass."
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 25, 2018, 09:44:21 AM
Peter, post here more often.  Lloyd posts here daily but there are many of us of all ages from all over the world (Israel to England to the US to Australia) who post and share experiences.  Four of us are in our 90s, others from 60 on up.  I, myself, am from Michigan in the US.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 25, 2018, 10:13:39 AM
well I suspect we are all members of the over the hill gang. I passed 80 last august and am chasing the 90+ year old's  just keep on running and I will keep on chasing. I need to get out of here and feed and do some work in the shop.

Have a great day
Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Carol on January 25, 2018, 10:49:22 AM
Such nice posts this morning and I have already had my first hug of the day too. 

Peter:  We use SKYPE all the time - it helps so much as Don has a hearing difficulty so he will try to have everyone call on on skype and he always calls out on it as well.   

Jane:  We always have to recuperate after having "company" - I think the talking just wears us out.  So much fun to be together and so exhausting.   Peace be with you.

Bubble:  You were born in Zaire?  Now, that is a story in itself.  So interesting.....

Gloria;  Eye of the Beholder --- that is some insight. 



Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 25, 2018, 10:51:03 AM
Thanks for that info, Carol.  I often wonder how you all keep doing it!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on January 25, 2018, 11:00:18 AM
Carol, when I lived in Zaire, it was like a paradise but now... I can only feel sorry for the inhabitants there. It is going from bad to worse.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: CallieOK on January 25, 2018, 11:37:27 AM
Good Morning,

Roley/Peter,   :welcome:  from central Oklahoma.  (If Oklahoma City were a clock face, I'd live "north of noon".)

Larry, Get Thee To A Doctor PDQ ASAP, etc., please!!!!!

Gloria,  I like different kinds of bread but have the same issue with seeds, "whole grains", etc.  I grew up on plain old white bread from the grocery store and haven't had problems related to eating it for 81 years.  So I do.  So there!  :P   ;)

Janie,   is the word "ironic" appropriate for the fact that a death often brings a family together for sharing memories, conversation and hugs when nothing else can?
Will be thinking of you this weekend.   

The weather this week has been Glorious - sunny and "mild" (comparatively speaking)!   I did errands all around the town on Tuesday,  enjoyed a BYOSL  (Bring Your Own Sack Lunch) and meeting yesterday - and am playing Bridge today.

Wishing Everyfriend Everywhere an Enjoyable Day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 25, 2018, 12:14:50 PM
Good afternoon, just a little past noon hour  Sunny, cold and windy. Down in the teens again to night.

Gloria, thanks for the extra post. enjoyed reading.  cold here to day, and a warm up again on Sat. back in the 50's, great for the end of Jan.

Roley, good to see you back, enjoyed reading your history.  Keep coming back, as this is a great group of friends, more like family to me.
I am a New Yorker, I am one of the 90 +. Look forward to more post from you.

Jane, my thoughts are with you and your family.

I agree Amy, I cannot keep up with you.

June, glad to see you are getting out with the girls.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 25, 2018, 12:31:02 PM
As to bread, I have to admit I prefer wheat bread because I like the texture.  Fortunately, the seeds don't bother me (no plates or partials).  If I find a seed, I bite on it and chew it down.  The bread we get is either 12-grain or 15-grain and is very tasty.  Lately, I've preferred croissants with chicken salad.  When I have my Tuna Melt, the bread is Kimmel Rye, very good too.

Peter/Roley, I'm one of the 90+ and I don't know how I got this far.  I've slowed down a lot from my more active days but I'm trying to keep status quo as I want to stick around for a while yet.  I want the little kids to get old enough to know who I am - their two-times-great aunt.  The little kids are: one is nearly two and three are nearly one.

We are having a pleasant day but our temperature is around 30F degrees, so not warm at all.

Mary Ann


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Shirley on January 25, 2018, 12:48:38 PM
Roley/ Peter,  I am in Kansas, used to use the name Tisie but switched to my real name of Shirley since I seem to be the only one with the name remaining.  At one time we had several.  I am 83, the wild child of the bunch.... and do not deserve to have a body still able to move for all the rough times I've given it over the years.  I really did ride bucking horses, really did have to jump off the roof of a building & house more than once, and now go camping or traveling in a 29' motorhome.  5 years ago I got a new aortic valve & 3 by-passes, 5 months later my husband of 60 years died and I have a whole different life today.  Whatever we are dealt we might as well find a way to enjoy each day, we don't get to do it over.  Polio was "the dreaded disease" when I was growing up so you do have my sincere sympathy with that struggle.  I have many friends that had it when we were kids & dealing with what you are now... it sure is not fair, but I wish you a better day... every day.

Jane, my heart goes out to your family, you are doing what I do when sad.... feed everyone!  I also made that breakfast casserole the Sunday we had the announcement of my husband's death.  He didn't want any service but the family & extended family filled a few pews that day and all came to my house to share a meal after.  Every time I started counting heads the week before, I added an extra dozen eggs.  Seriously, we had 9 or 10 of those bottomless pits (grands) that can eat a horse & see what is left.... but it was the best way for me to get past that worst day.  I made up a couple thick loaves of French bread that the college age kids loved to go along with their scrambled eggs... the older people enjoyed the casserole most... mine included a big bag of hash browns & more than dozen eggs & ? cups of shredded cheese, pound or 2 of crumbled bacon, etc...  My ex-son in law came with his present wife & their 2 boys that are same ages as my daughter's 2 younger kids, plus the 2 that tie us together.... and all the rest of my grands, kids & spouses.  It was a house full.  My ex-SIL's parents are dead & I convinced him that "he would always be family because he is the father of my first two grands".  We manage to deal with birthdays, weddings & funerals without the kids suffering.  Hugs to you, I know it still hurts when the house is quiet again. 

Larry, I do hope you go back to let them check all your vitals, even if your lungs are clear that hard coughing is not good for your heart.  Cas kept cough drops around all the time, think he tried everything on the market. 

Gloria, I am sending that pacifier one to all my kids & grands..... the grands are sure they are dealing with the only kids in the world that have problems (colds & normal childhood trials).  Perfect solution.... as Sophia would say, "picture it"... :2funny:

I'm off to fill that RV with propane since we have a day of 60s .... IN JANUARY!   I got my new hose in so will try to wash that salt & grime off before it turns cold again.  Normally it would not be out when the streets are treated but I had to bring it home that day they treated & it is such a mess.  Too bad I can't pull it onto the grass instead of wasting so much water just running down the driveway.... we are so dry.  Can't drive over the sprinkler system & neighbors would probably send for the men in the white jackets... might anyway, except they are used to my crazy ways after all these years.  I used to be more conservative when Cas was alive but one has to do what one has to do. 

Better get moving... I was up a little after 4:00 am, fed cats & me, then napped for an hour.  Got my money rolled into a new CD with much lower rates than I would have liked.  Next project when I get back with the RV is to find out why my auto club can't hear when I call them on my cell phone!  I'm sure it is something I don't know how to do but will have to learn or cell & auto club no good.  I need to figure which little icon pulls up the key pad & not "hope for the best" when I get frustrated.  Did learn to put it on speaker so I can SEE those numbers.  Ah well..... Hugs to all and God Bless.  I will never say that without thinking of Hal in here. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 25, 2018, 12:54:40 PM
Hi Peter ! We finally get to meet you ! I am so pleased, and thank you to Lloyd for being your friend, and now our friend also. We will be looking forward to many more posts from you.

Bubble, I want to thank you for keeping us all together as a family. I appreciate what you do more than words can say. My husband had infant polio…way back in 1916. His mother was a uneducated Polish immigrant. But this dear lady followed what God put in her heart, and she daily heated olive oil and massaged those legs and then wrapped the legs in flannel to keep them warm. As he grew into boyhood he was stubborn and determined and made himself do as all the other young boys in neighborhood did. Many falls and injuries, and as he grew older he joined a baseball team in Chicago. The only result of his illness was his left thigh was always narrow. No limp…..And he was a marvelous dancer.

Janie, and you are an inspiration to us…..83 and still out there working with the public. I am sure your associating with so many others is tiring, but by golly, it sure keeps you young !!

Gloria, I buy a brand of sour dough that is a San Francisco brand. Lately I'm finding I have to peal off the crust as my 93 year old teeth get tired trying to chew it up. Alas !
I am laughing out loud over the pacifier joke. We didn't have pacifiers when my kids were wee ones. My Mom, who was the youngest of nine kids, said her Mom would take a piece clean cloth, place sugar in it, tie it closed and put it in the babies mouth, till she could find time to nurse it.

Gloria de, I am looking forward to our luncheon. We seldom do this, so I appreciate my Dori for arranging it. The three of the others all go to the Church where my son Gary is the Pastor, so I will be interested to hear what is going on with them.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 25, 2018, 04:24:04 PM
Doesn't take long for a day to disappear. Came home and baked 7 doz oatmeal cookies, put some in the hidey hole for those that would like some. Then outside to clean up our yard and went over to clip the neighbours dog's nails.

Joy, I must admit I don't do as much as I us to....now I find Janies zzzz's and make good use of them and say just like June...because  I can  :thumbup:

Gloria, I hope you don't mind but I shared your chuckles..they were very good. Told hubby the one with the cow is something he would do......always thinking that man!!

Jane, prayers for the difficult time you all have to go through this weekend.Lots of good memories to share with each other of the times with Randall.


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Radioman34 on January 25, 2018, 07:45:12 PM
Hi Peter;
I too am a survivor of the polio scourge of the 30/40's but came out of it relatively unscathed. The best thing that I got out of it was I met Bubble in the Post-polio syndrome forum in the old Seniors and Friends. That has to be well over ten years ago. I'm 83 and I live in London Ontario Canada. Every year I travel to Israel to be with Bubble for three months and I'm happy to report that I went for my physical today and the doctor declared me fit to travel, so on Feb 22 I am on my way! Now I'm going to do some packing.
It's a pleasure to meet you.
Don
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 25, 2018, 07:52:17 PM
well I worked steady before noon and had too much Nap after noon most wont sleep good tonight. oh well all is good that ends well. Shirley I see you have got old enough to brag about it. that happens to all of when we get to be part of the over the hill gang. have a great rest of the day.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 25, 2018, 09:44:24 PM
Another nice day is coming to a close. Had a great day  having a long lunch with nice people..my Dori especially. She plans for the four of us to get together once a month for a long lunch. I am delighted. We had so much fun. God is so good to me. Thank you God.

Choir practice was a struggle for me. Three songs were familiar, the rest of the program was a struggle for me. I want to keep trying though as I do love to sing. this will be an annual Easter program for the residents and guests.

My doctor and I decided I should take three albutrol treatments a day now.They do help so much..less shortness of breath, a full nights sleep , no more coughing with phlem, now my only problem is my brain. It is forgetting more things I want to relate to others, but the words just won't come out the way I want them too. But I can live with that. All my listeners are very kind.

Time now to go brush my teeth and get ready for an early book and bed.

I pray you all keep well, and feel refreshed after a healing sleep. I love you my friends. God is watching over us all the time, so feel at peace. Hugs, Love and prayers. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Denver on January 25, 2018, 10:40:25 PM
Good evening from Colorado.

I just wanted to check in and see how you all are doing.  More illness, seems to be the subject everywhere.  I hope all who are under the weather will feel much better very soon.  Flu or not, there are many people suffering. 

JANE, I will be thinking about you and your family on Saturday when you lay your Randall to rest. 

I have been suffering with what I feel is a sciatic nerve pain the last couple of nights.....so uncomfortable and keeping me awake and miserable.  When I am up moving around it is better. 

Tomorrow we are off to California to join the family as Mark and Megan marry on Saturday.  The weather is to be very nice and we are thankful as it is a beach wedding.

Yesterday we found out Mark has accepted a new position in Paso Robles CA as assistant golf pro at a very nice golf course.  He is extremely excited about this position and we are very happy for him. 

BUBBLE, I have sent you a email with the pictures of the Javalena’s.  Thank you in advance for posting these photos for our friends to see. 

Pleasant dreams to all.

Jenny


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 25, 2018, 11:23:00 PM
Good night Everyfriend and may God bless us, every one!  And thank you for your good wishes and prayers for my family and for Randall. 

Yep, Shirley, we gotta feed 'em!  It's what we do best!And it's my therapy!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on January 26, 2018, 03:57:18 AM
OOOpss   :booboo:   Jenny, could you send that again?  I fear it was trashed because I did not recognize the sender!

Please add "from S@F" on the subject line.  Thanks. and sorry.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 26, 2018, 05:51:21 AM
Good morning everyone..

Not sure what today will bring ,weather is to be nice tomorrow and Sunday rain or snow. Temp is +13 ° F at the moment.

Tea is made,fire is on and both dogs have gone back to bed after being outside.

Larry, hope you are feeling better and if not hope you did go to the Dr.

Bubble, I sent you a photo to post please. I can't figure out how to get it from my tablet to my PC. I should have taken the photo with my camera and then I can. Will have to keep that in mind for future photos. Thank you so much for doing this.

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 26, 2018, 06:12:11 AM
Good Morning everyone.
Peter my Skype says you are on line , But three treys and no answer,Hope you are feeling better. I got your emails yesterday fine, thanks. hope you ck in here and get this. AMY good to see you. glad your weather is getting better. we are currently @ 43º they weather guesser says 57º for a high today. said same yesterday but we got to 70º. any way was nice enough to work in shop with no heat and the doors open. wish you all a day just as you like it.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 26, 2018, 07:05:16 AM
Good Morning Everyfriend!  I'm up and attem.  The doggies have been out and now we're waiting for the boinger for their breakfast after their pill.  I've got the Jambalaya in the crock pot and the sheets in the washer.  I really need to get another set of sheets for my bed!  I'm going to have to go out and start the car because the windshield is all ice and I have to go to work at 830.  It's 18º here this morning.  Not going to be a nice weekend for a funeral.

I better keep moving.  I hope you all enjoy your day.  Keep warm!  Keep happy!  Enjoy God's warmth!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on January 26, 2018, 07:39:20 AM
https://www.seniorsandfriends.org/index.php?topic=11.new#new (https://www.seniorsandfriends.org/index.php?topic=11.new#new)

Amy's quilt picture
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: phyllis on January 26, 2018, 08:20:28 AM
I love all the dogs on the quilt, Amy.  Such fun and would delight anyone.

The sun is up and shining bright but it is still cold.  It has been a long, uncomfortable winter and even though I don't want to wish my life away, I'm really looking forward to the Spring.

I hope Larry is feeling better this morning.  I worry about him and all of my friends here when they are not feeling well.

Made it to the grocery store yesterday, finally.  I hadn't been able to get there for two weeks and the pantry and the fridge were getting very bare.  I didn't feel much like going but forced myself to get out.  Without David's help I don't think I would have made it but I did and now we can eat again.  Thursday is Senior Discount day so the store was busy and filled with us "older, more mature" shoppers.  Besides, they had a LOT of BOGOs on the shelf so that and the discount made the "sticker shock"  easier to swallow.   ;)

I will be thinking about you, Jane.  Sad time for your family but having everyone come together makes it easier to get through it all.

Please take care and stay well (or get better), everyone.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Joy on January 26, 2018, 08:27:28 AM
Amy, really cute quilt.    Glad that Bubble was able to share it for you.  Thanks, BUbble.

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 26, 2018, 10:51:58 AM
Good morning everyone, if my phone hadn't woken me I would still be sleeping. Another very cold morning here, in the teens and with wind chill feels like single digits. The sun is shining bright so should warm up a bit. Just watched the weather report, week end about 50° and Monday and Tuesday snow.

PETER  when you first came to S&F we exchanged a few emails. It is good seeing you back here in the Soda Shoppe again. I live in Rhode Island, the smallest state in the USA. No it is not an island as many have asked me. It is located in the New England states on the Atlantic coast.

LLOYD  I am closer to that 90 than you are and it is coming at me fast.

CAROL  I love Skype, lets me see my daughter out there in Arizona every day. I had several in my contacts till my grandson guru worked on my PC for a month and of course every thing was erased. Glad you liked that boy, quite an imagination for not doing his homework.
I don't know how you and your hubby do all the company you get all the time.

CALLIE  for 86 years white bread has not killed me so will stick with it. Wish I could make it like I used to way back before the bread machines were even thought of.

GLORIA de  is snow in your forecast for the beginning of next week? I dislike these roller coaster temperatures.

SHIRLEY  I don't know where I got that from. I have a folder with stories that JOAN posted and other things I have saved over the years. When I get the urge I do try to post a few of them. I am not happy being on this PC anymore. PSP will not work k and that is what I enjoyed most after the SS. Like you it seems so odd not seeing Hal here any more.

JUNE  I always hated those pacifiers and still do. My 3 never had them and their babies never did either. When I would see toddlers running around with one in their mouths I wanted to take it and throw it away.

AMY  Oh those days of baking oatmeal cookies. I would make a double batch in the evening and the next  day when I got home from work they were almost all gone. My 3 sure loved home made cookies, any kind. Those chuckles I got somewhere so they are there for the taking.

DON  less than a month now and you will be flying. How many times will you pack and repack your luggage?

JENNY  seems like every time I turn on the news there is another death from the flu. Safe flights to California and home again. Enjoy the wedding. 

JANE  I have not made Jambalaya in years. Love it but makes too much for one.

BUBBLE THANKS FOR THE LINK.

AMY  love the dog quilt.

PHYLLIS  considering it is near the end of January we have 2 more months of winter but like you I am longing for spring this year.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 26, 2018, 11:05:33 AM
 Hi Everyone.  It is beautiful and sunny day here in South Carolina.  I am feeling somewhat better this morning after a good night of sleep. I did fix Pat's breakfast a little bit ago and cleaned up the kitchen and took care of a couple of other small task. As a result I am ready to restore my energy as found I didn't have much stamina this morning.  The housekeeper will be here in a few minutes.  Pat did call her yesterday and explained we both had been ill and gave her the opportunity to delay her visit but she choose to come anyway.  We don't think we are contagious and that the coughing is something that we will have to deal with for awhile as it seems to be staying with people for several weeks.  I have nothing on the calendar for today so it can be another one to basically rest.

Roley, thanks for sharing with us.  Life has dealt you some rough cards to play.  I can't even imagine being hospitalized for 6 weeks and sure hope you are getting stronger each day.  We are happy to have you stop in an read (and post whenever you want to).  We all care about each other and always open to having our online family grow. 

Amy, I appreciate your concern and that of all of you.  I think the worst is over but will take things easy and not push.  I am pretty sure I will stay home from Church on Sunday as don't want others to have to listen me coughing.  I will go to the Wifesaver's restaurant later today for get our main meal of the day.  Neither of us are up to going into a restaurant to eat just yet but we like to keep the kitchen clean on the day the housekeeper is here. 

Jane, you are an inspiration and sure glad you don't have any major health issues.  It is nice to see family even on sad occasions. 

Joy, are you aware that unless you have actually downloaded the books on your Kindle that what you see in your library is really only the book covers.  You can easily delete them from your device and they are still yours but stored on the Amazon cloud storage and you can download them again if you want to reread them.  I only keep a few on my Kindle app and return them to the cloud after reading them but mark them in the category as having been read and also indicating the main type of book.  I bet you can find a YouTube video to walk you quickly through the simple steps.

Gloria, I loved the jokes you posted yesterday.

Carol, it seems when we have company we always have to be "on" and that is tiring.  We love to have the company but are always glad to get back to our routine. 

Callie, like you I still like good old white bread.  I find some of the store brand breads just a good as the more expensive ones.  However, my favorite is French bread that is nice and crusty. 

Shirley, I think occasionally your "wild child" reappear.  :)  You are quite an interesting person. 

June, if I lived nearer to you I would certainly come over and help you by eating that outside crust of the sour dough bread. 

Don, I know you are counting the days until you can see Bubble again. 

Jenny, hope your trip to California has gone well.  Hope you can handle the beach OK.  I haven't tried to walk on a beach for many years but when I did the sand was soft and it was difficult to walk.  Congratuations to Mark on his new position as assistance golf pro.  Will this require a move for he and Megan.  This is really a red letter week for him. 

Amy, what a cute quilt and thanks you Bubble for posting it. I emailed a copy of the picture to my wife as she never tires at looking for different quilt patterns. 

Phyllis, the picking in our pantry and freezer are becoming slim so we will have to be doing some grocery shopping before long. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Carol on January 26, 2018, 11:43:56 AM
Jenny:  Out in California - I do hope the temperature at the beach is warm.  As for sciatica, a massage therapist helped me once - and otherwise new walking shoes.  Looking up Paso Robles - Have a wonderful time celebrating the wedding!---- Oh, my gosh - another deputy shot by a mentally ill person - something has to change. 

Gloria:  good jokes!

Amy:  I could not get the quilt picture - will go back and try again.  It must be that Canadian/US border thing  ;)  I am not happy with my sewing this week - it just isn't as good as it used to be - but people are not going to critique hot pads so it won't matter. 

Joy:  Good luck in downloading your books. 



Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 26, 2018, 11:53:42 AM
Jenny, when walking on beach sand, if you wear walking shoes, you will have more luck.  With sandals, the sand will get under your feet and you will be uncomfortable.  Sandals may look nicer, but walking shoes are more practical.  I had plenty of practice when younger when we'd go to the beach at Grand Haven.  Of course, back in those days, we often were barefoot.  Not anymore!

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 26, 2018, 12:52:43 PM
Good afternoon, sunny, but a lot less wind then yesterday.  I may try to go grocery shopping, as we are also getting low, like, bread, milk eggs etc.  I did not go to homemakers to day, I went last week and there was only 20 members there.  We have a membership of 70

Amy, like the quilt.  My husbands gm, in Ala. use to make quilts out of flour sacks. I made one from a flour sack, for my first son. Tanks Bubble for posting.

Yes, also miss Hals post.

Gloria, not sure if we will have snow or rain, weatherman was not sure, Saturday is suppose to be in the 50's again.

Larry hope you keep felling better.  I do not like crust, still take it off my bread.  When I was a kid, I use to try and hide it under my plate, and my mother would say: "If you do not eat the crust, your hair won;t curl"  She was wrong, as I still have wavy hair.

Jenny, Sciatica pain, can be pretty bad, I get it really bad every couple of years.  One year we had gone to Cape Cod to my sons, and I had to stand at the counter to  eat.  setting down was very painful.  Hope you have nice weather for the wedding. Congratulations to Mark, on his new job. that is one wish I have, that I could play golf again.  When I retired I use to play 3 or 4 times a week.  I had another golf nut friend and we played with a little snow on the ground. Of course with pink or yellow balls. Maryann, gave you good advise about walking on the sand or go barefoot!

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: CallieOK on January 26, 2018, 01:51:48 PM
Good Afternoon,

I'm having a "leisurely" day - not dressed, bed not made, just going along taking care of this and that.... "leisurely".

Larry, so glad you're feeling like your old self - oops -  ;) much better.

So glad to see others who like plain ole store-bought white bread.  Gloria,  my Dad told me exactly the same thing about my hair.  I think he felt safe doing so because my hair was naturally curly.

Jenny,  hope you have safely arrived in California and will have a wonderful time.  Congrats to your son on his new job.

Amy,  I enjoyed seeing the picture of the quilt.  I have one made of scraps from dresses I had as a child.  I don't know who made it because my Mother could sew on a button....but not very well.  I'm not much better.
My dil is a "champion" quilter, as is her mother.  She's made a few using old family photographs she was able to put on the squares. I think those would be a very special heirloom.

Time to find at least one useful thing to do.

Wishing Everyfriend Everywhere an Enjoyable Day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 26, 2018, 02:39:08 PM
I'm just about ready to say "Take this job and shove it!"  I can't seem to get anyone to hear me when I tell them that I can't do my whole shift on a busy day on the long registers.  I think I might have to make a little noise higher up.  I don't know how hight I have to go.  A couple of years ago, I heard a rumor that they were trying to edge out the people who had worked there the longest because they were the ones making the most money.  I didn't believe it and I went to a higher source (my store manager).  He denied it unequivocally and wanted to know where I heard it.  I told him I didn't remember and before long there was a directive on the Associate bulletin board with a firm denial and a request that whoever was still circulating the rumor pleas stop!

I'm ready for my company.  I came home and pulled the doggie cover off the sofa and threw it in the washer.  It's in the dryer now and will soon be clean and ready for service.  The beds are changed and and the dinner's cooking.  Cathy's gonna bring a salad.  She always brings a salad. 

Gonna go close my eyes until they get here. 

Loved the quilt! 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 26, 2018, 03:34:47 PM
Thank you everyone on the replies for the quilt. We are a group of quilters that make cancer quilts to hand out free to cancer patients, we also do Camp Quilts for kids that have cancer and get to go to camp.I sure hope someone likes the puppies...
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 26, 2018, 04:15:34 PM
I hope there aren't so many that like it that hey feel like fighting over it!  I would!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 26, 2018, 05:51:04 PM
Jane. lots of beautiful quilts for everyone...
I think we all have worked at a job that we would like to say..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzGoDtmTllg

Our day turned out lovely, hubby wanted to go out for lunch so I said ok....off we went  to the city!!! Had a delicious fish and chip lunch and then headed back home stopping and picking up a few groceries  along the way.

Perfect day. :thumbup:

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 26, 2018, 07:55:12 PM
Hi  ! I'm here. I don't know where all those hours go but this day is once again drawing to a close. I know I spent most of the morning on the computer, but never did get to Srs. and Friends. Finished a book this afternoon and spent time picking up two more at the library, had lunch with my friends....oh I remember...I did spend an hour at a  program downstairs...a lady singing our "old" songs. I should have stayed home and visited with all of you sweethearts.

Now it is getting time to go down for supper. I usually have this meal at home, but they are serving trout tonight and I cannot pass that up. I love fish. Grew up in Mn. the state of ten thousand Lakes. No trout though. "Sun Fish" was our favorite.

My house keeper was here today and everything is clean as a whistle. Life is Beautiful. Keep well dear hearts.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: mycheal on January 26, 2018, 08:14:04 PM
June,

Tickled pink to see you rounded the corner and are yourself again :) Such a treat.

So with tons of Prayers and good Wishes from Iowa , you regained that spirit which we all love.

Mycheal
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 26, 2018, 10:24:27 PM
well It is time for me to wish you all sweet dreams and good night. hope to see you all tomorrow.

Llpoyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 26, 2018, 10:30:25 PM
Mycheal, you are so kind and thouhtful. Thank you ! I am back from supper..trout was almost too mild, or my taste buds are too old, but I enjoyed it anyway, plus the good company. I sit with a lady 101 years of age, but should be 90..she is so aware, and a Gentleman that eats at our table. He is only in his late 70's or 80's, he has never said, but his memory, unfortunately, is about 15 minutes in  length of time. A pleasant man, former pilot for watching our coast line, after the war had ended.

I pray you all have a very peaceful night and strong tomorrow. I love you, pray for you, and best of all God is watching over us as we sleep.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 27, 2018, 06:55:20 AM
Good Morning Everyfriend!  I'm taking this opportunity to visit because I don't know how the day will open up.  If I don't get back, I'll be here when I can.  Enjoy your day and stay warm, healthy and safe!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 27, 2018, 06:56:54 AM
Good morning everyone

Jane is will be a difficult day for you and your family. Thinking and praying for you today.

Laundry day here and maybe I can hang it out on the line, Hal always hung his out on the  line "thingy". Temp is 30° and weather guesser said rain or snow and I hope it will be snow as it is much easier to deal with.

Callie, have you got that quilt appraised? It sure would be interesting to hear what an appraiser would say. I have an old one here that is made out of mens old suist,scratchy ones at that. Heavy but well put together.

Larry, see we were all worried about you and happy to read you are feeling much better.

Carol, your pot holders are made with love, you can't beat that.

Gloria, only two more months to go and soon we will be swatting skeeters. At least we won't have to bundle up so much that by the time we are dressed for outside we are pooped!!

June, happy to read you had a great day yesterday.I think my favourite fish to eat would be mudcat...then pickerel  but then I enjoy fish. My Dad loved to fish and he never got skunked. The only one I would rather not eat now are smelts, had way too many as a child.

Gloria de, my Dad worked for Quaker Oats and he would bring home flour sacks and Mom would make them into sheets.........hand sewing them together.

Better get a move on here.

Enjoy your day everyone..



Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 27, 2018, 08:42:06 AM
Good Morning everyone.
It is 33º and clear and dry here calling for a high of 57º today.
Hope you all have a day just like you Like it. above all stay safe and healthy.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 27, 2018, 10:08:24 AM
Good morning everyone. Google would not let me in this morning. Tried to get into S&F there like I always do and had to log in. Would not accept my password so phooey I came to IE and had no trouble. Seems like every day there is something else on this lemon.

LARRY  I hope you and Pat are feeling better today. Since this building's tenants are not very social I have no idea if anyone has had those colds. I thank God I am OK so far. My family is OK too. Thank you, I will have to see  the others I have  that  JOAN had posted.

CAROL  glad you liked the jokes. Thanks.

MARY ANN  bare foot is the best way to walk on a sandy beach. When my in-laws had the house on the beach in Maine I sure did a lot of it.

GLORIA de  the sun is bright this morning so hope to get out later. The forecast here is still for snow on Monday and Tuesday. Crazy weather.

CALLIE  I am like you today, hated to get out of bed this morning and do not feel like doing anything yet.

JANE  I have heard of other companies trying to get rid of long time employees because of their higher pay. That  stinks. Like the manager here, I think she picks on the poorest ones to get them to move so she can bring in those with more money. A few others here feel the same.

AMY  oh I do remember that song. I felt like that with a few jobs I had and finally found a better job and quit.

JUNE  You can have my share of fish. Once a year is enough for me. Then I is fish and chips, all that fried food that is not good for us but is tasty. I called in yesterday and canceled the CNA, was not in the mood to listen to her complain about her aches and pains. This is a new one, the regular on is taking a leave, her husband had a stroke and she is taking care of him. She is the best of the ones I have.

JANE  will be thinking of you this week end. Do not overdo and tire yourself out.

AMY  I rather snow than rain, rain and that dampness is not kind to me. Another thing about winter, I know by the time I get all the layers on I wonder if it is worth going out for fresh air. One of my sisters used to get feed sacks that were so pretty she made a niece and me many dresses. Good cotton in them.

LLOYD TV says 40°but that is at the airport, not here.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: CallieOK on January 27, 2018, 10:13:35 AM
Good Morning,

It's another sunny day in Central Oklahoma.

Janie,  Gentle hugs to you this morning.

Amy,  the "dress" quilt is only one of several I have - some of which are quite old.  I'd never thought about having them appraised.  Will have to see if dil or her mother know anything about having that done around here.

Gloria,  it wasn't that I hated to get up.  I simply didn't wake up!!!  Happened again this morning. 

  Time for a mug of English Breakfast Tea and some toast/peanut butter.....

Wishing Everyfriend Everywhere an Enjoyable Day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 27, 2018, 10:18:13 AM
   Hi Everyone.  It is an overcast morning.  I had sort of a rough night with this terrible cough.  I spent the night in my easy chair and after several hours of hacking and coughing I finally brought up a small amount of mucus and the coughing pretty much stopped and I was able to get a few hours of sleep.  However, I couldn't use the CPAP nor the oxygen last night and feel it this morning so am just going to say I hope all have a good day.  Hopefully I will have more energy tomorrow.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 27, 2018, 10:32:28 AM
Gloria, I told how to walk on beach sand in reply to Jenny who is going to be at her son's wedding which will be on the beach.  I don't know how casual the wedding will be, but I doubt they will be barefoot.  On the other hand, who knows?

I had plenty of experience walking on sand when I was young and I probably was barefoot most of the time.

We reached 50 degrees yesterday and I think we'll be near there today.

Nothing much is going on around here, however, Tom hasn't come upstairs  yet today.  We may go out to lunch (OTL) but I don't know yet.  We try to go out to eat once a week.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Carol on January 27, 2018, 12:17:19 PM
Amy:  I found the picture of your doggie quilt.  That is just so sweet.  You are so compassionate to sew for Cancer victims.   

I looked at several posts and pictures in the "Picture" area on here and sad to say I have been neglectful in checking out that corner.  The pictures are very proffesional - such a talented group in here. 

Mary Ann:  I hope you do get out for lunch this weekend.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 27, 2018, 01:57:46 PM
Good afternoon, sunny and quite warm for this time of year

June, Happy to see you out and about.

Jane, thought are with you and your family.

Maryann, hope you got out to lunch.  since my friend Cathy is in Fa. for three months, I do not get to Friendly's, till she comes back.  Next week suppose to meet the Red Hats in the Mall, and it is eat what you please. I was surprised so many went to McD's It is a hugh eating center, I pick Chinese.

Gloria, I guess we have the same weather pattern, warm to day and possible snow Monday.  Of course I have a dentist appointment Monday.

Amy, I like cod fish the best. Also blow fish and eels (smoked) Of course shell fish. this has been a good year for bay scallops.  As I have wrote before, my grandfather was a baymen, so we always had a bushel of oyster and clams in the garage  when I was growing.  Our driveway was white, as that is where all the shell where thrown.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Shirley on January 27, 2018, 03:00:05 PM
Going to try to bring a link to the "First Robin of 2018" photo.... over in Photos Then & Now....
https://www.seniorsandfriends.org/index.php?topic=11.4470 (https://www.seniorsandfriends.org/index.php?topic=11.4470)

That works for me................
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 27, 2018, 03:13:09 PM
Janie, prayers are with you and the family .  I'm praying that God will be very present during this time of mourning, and giving you all strength and understanding. You have a great family dear and I know you will all comfort one another.

Amy, I think my second favorite fish is Perch, but I haven't had it since I quit cooking. I hope you have a warmer day with sunshine and birds singing and doggies enjoying a run outside.

Lloyd, we are having a high of 76 today, mostly sunny. We need rain..lots of rain..but not all at one time.

Gloria, I also like sardines. I make a sandwich of them with lots of mayo. Also canned tuna is always on my cupboard shelf. I use it too as a sandwich. I think today I will order an egg salad on sour dough. That makes a huge sandwich, so I bring half of it home for supper. We are having a hymn sing at 6:30 tonight so I will eat early to get down on time. I still think a group of you residents should get together and send a letter to the owners of your building and tell them how management so bad. You would need a lot of signatures to make an impression that worked. But if I lived there I would sure give it a try.

Callie, I am having a slow morning also. Stayed in bed for an extra hour then pushed myself to get up and take a dose of my albluterol. I take it three times a day now, so have to keep a loose schedule. It really helps. I had a mini muffin, a whole banana, and two cups of coffee for breakfast.

Hi, my Sweet Gloria de. You are my inspiration girl. I' m very proud of our grow of 90-ers.  Now I have to close down and get down for lunch with my buddies. See you later dear.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 27, 2018, 03:27:54 PM
Shirley, your link worked for me, but I had seen the picture in the original folder.

Gloria, no, we did not go out for lunch, but Tom did fix me a tuna sandwich.  I was going to fix one anyway, then Tom offered to make it and things always taste better when someone else fixes it.

Gloria, I am watching golf now, the Farmer's Open.  I forget where it is, but probably in CA.  Maybe it's in San Diego. 

We are enjoying a sunny day and the temperature is in the mid-40s, not bad for this time of year.  I notice the temperature flip flop during the week.  The ice at Grand Haven is breaking up but I notice a few people there walking on the ice.

Mary Ann


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 27, 2018, 04:59:42 PM
Callie, you just might get a surprise at what the quilts are appraised for. A quilt show usually has an appraiser present or ask at a guild, they can tell you of one. Even a quilt shop may have some names for you???
Hung my laundry out and the wind dried it for me..it also took a lot of the ice away..

Larry, please look after yourself...
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 27, 2018, 08:08:04 PM
I'm saying goodnight from my iPad because my computer is being contrary. I can read my email but I can't answer it or go anywhere else on the Internet.

And of course, my fixit guys are not available until Monday. I tried turning it of and then back on but it took almost a half hour to reload everything. I hate typing on the iPad so I'll be on vacation for a while.  I'll be back when I can.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: roley on January 28, 2018, 05:04:38 AM
Good morning all, once again i must say a sincere 'thank you' to all who hhave sent me 'Get Well' messages, most of you are unknown to me and i to you but i really do appreciate you all for taking time to send me those messages, i am slowly getting better in speech and memory, but it is looking as if my one 'good leg' is joining the other 'Bad leg' so now i shall be a 'Wheelchair Driver' lol, but, i guess that's better than nothing !, at least, i do not have to have a Licence to drive that ! and my son or daughter will always take me out to see my favourite countryside walks here in Sussex, England.
Once again, a sincere Thank You and if anybody wishes to drop me a line i will reply, it may take a while to answer, but i will in a day or two, Thank you ALL.

                                                                  Peter.   AKA - ROLEY.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 28, 2018, 06:55:51 AM
Good Morning everyone.
well peter I left you a message in Skype hope it came through alright, but I see you are posting here In S & F so I am leaving you well wishes here. My prayers are you get much better soon and we can resume our visits on Skype. this is fine but I enjoy our visits there and comparing meanings of same word's deference's. Main thing is you get better soon.

Your friend Lloyd 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 28, 2018, 06:59:02 AM
Good morning everyone..

No rain nor snow...yet. A day of rest here but to be honest so was most of yesterday after the laundry was done. My git up and go got up and left but I did manage to find some zzz' and took care of them properly.

Roley great to see you again,your right it is better than nothing  and you get out to see your favourite countryside.

Jane, hope your computer is an easy fix for you.I keep forgetting to tell you,I found a new jar of mustard hiding behing a jar of raisins so off the hook for a bit.

Larry,hope your night was better, if not please see your Dr...oh like Shirley I am off my soap box but it doesn't stop the worry. :loud:

Better go get ready to meet the day

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 28, 2018, 06:59:44 AM
Good morning Lloyd, you tip toed in on me.......have a great day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 28, 2018, 07:00:43 AM
It is 33º clear and predicted to just get to a high of 46º today. I am wounding where My summers wages went,stay in stay warm and healthy.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 28, 2018, 07:07:47 AM
AMY sorry I slipped in on the blind side of you, hope i never scared you too Bad.
Have a grate day and try to head your not so good weather another direction Please.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 28, 2018, 07:28:32 AM
im sitting here waiting for my computer to load. I think it's decided to be a "do-nothing today. Be cosy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on January 28, 2018, 07:46:19 AM
Good day everyone on both side of the pond!
Hail and rain finally relented and we are seeing some sunshine.  That certainly puts me in a better mood :).

Peter, I am glad you are better. I too am a manual wheelchair driver now for the last six or seven years. I went from walking with a cane to two Canadian crutches, wc for only long distances and now full time because walking became impossible. I certainly enjoy shopping much more than before since it requires less effort. So it is rolling with a smile. I think you will appreciate it once you get used to it.
Do you have any hobby? Photography? you should go visit our Photo Now and then discussion.
Best wishes for continuing to improve.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Joy on January 28, 2018, 08:41:25 AM
Good morning to all the early birds............. Jane, Amy, Lloyd, Roley, Bubble .

It is a cloudy, foggy, drizzly, bleak morning here on the  Mid-east coast.  Supposed to be a rainy day all day today.  We really need the rain and it sure is better than that "white stuff".  Although they are predicting some of that by the end of the week.  Winter will still be around for a good many weeks yet. 

Nothing exciting in my little piece of the world.  Just need to do a few little chores today and read and probably nap a little bit.  A good day to stay inside and do "almost" nothing.

Roley, hope you will continue to do well. Just hang in there.

Bubble, I know you are getting anxious to have your soul mate with you soon again.  I am sure you have been doing a lot of planning.  You both always seem to find interesting places to go to. 

Larry, do hope you are feeling better today.    That coughing can really wear you down.   

Amy,  sure hope the snow doesn't materialize today.  I am sure you are getting tired of all your dates with the snow-blower. 

Jane, like Amy,  do hope that your computer problems won't be long-lasting.  I guess all your company will be gone today and you can get some rest.  All the stress you have been through the past few days can really take a toll on you.  Hope you can get some 'zzzzzz's " sometime during the day.

Need to get on with my day and finish up here.  Have a good Sunday.

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on January 28, 2018, 08:55:42 AM
You are right Joy, Don will arrive end of February, in time to enjoy the Purim carnaval with his Santa costume.   He had so much fun last year (all those lovely ladies wanting a photo  with him  :2funny: ) so that he does not want to miss it.

My son too will arrive for a fortnight visit about a week later so that he too will participate in the outings.

I just hope the weather will cooperate.

I am sure Don will share lots of photos here.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 28, 2018, 09:11:42 AM
Good morning everyone, the rain is here already It is in mid 40's now.

CALLIE  I do wake up in the morning but never know what time that will be anymore but no matter the time I put off crawling out of bed as long as possible. I have not had toast and PB in a long time,  :thumbup:  maybe I should have that  later, sounds good.

LARRY  hope you feel much better today.

CAROL  there was a time when I checked out several forums in here but now I am lucky I get here into the SS once a day.

GLORIA de  seems like every time I have an appointment there is bad weather.

SHIRLEY  I would love to look out and see a robin here. My son has some in his orchard all winter. Wonder what they find to eat with every thing frozen. You got a good shot of that one.

JUNE  would love sending you the rain we are getting today. You and I have mentioned sardines before, you can have all of mine.

JANE  computers will drive me crazy yet. I have been using Google but today I had to log in and it would not take my password. Had to go to IE and use that to get here. Every day a different problem.

ROLEY/PETER  there is a lady here who had 2 strokes and has to use a wheel chair and it amazing to see her get around with it.

LLOYD  good morning.

AMY  every day is a lazy one for me.

BUBBLE  what are Canadian crutches? Are those the ones that clamp to the arms?

JOY  we have snow in the forecast for tomorrow.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 28, 2018, 09:29:42 AM
   Hi Everyone.  We have had a nice calm rain for several hours and I think it is to continue throughout the day.  I was able to get three or four hours of sleep last night and then the coughing took over and I sat up the rest of the night in my easy chair.  I did go back to the Prompt Care yesterday afternoon and my lungs are still clear.  I was given a prescription for a  five day antibiotic pack, told to use the nose spray, and use Muscenex DM.  I am pretty wiped out today so expect to spend a lot of time resting and hopefully getting some sleep.  I hope to see some effect from the medicine by the end of the day.  So I will be limiting my comments again today as don't feel like sitting here in my office all morning. 

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on January 28, 2018, 09:47:00 AM
Yes Gloria, the Canadian crutches are those  holding the arms instead of being under the armpits.  They are more comfy I think and less cumbersome.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Radioman34 on January 28, 2018, 11:05:14 AM
I do believe my heart is beating a little bit faster, but I'm trying to keep focused. My passport and tickets are still where they were yesterday--and the day before that and so on. I've cancelled mail and newspaper delivery, and the pharmacy is in the process of preparing 3 month's supply of meds.  So other than packing my clothes I am ready to go.
I have an extra-long wait at the Toronto airport, so I purchased admittance to the business class lounge which I hope will accord an extra degree of comfort while I wait, although I won't be able to escape the extortionist prices they charge for food.
Don
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 28, 2018, 11:34:58 AM
One can't help but feel your excitement Don..

Can you take a sandwich or buns with you along with water/juice to have while you wait or is this considered a no no with the airlines?
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Sandy on January 28, 2018, 12:02:32 PM
Good Morning Everyone from the
bit warmer and drier,  rocky coast of Maine.   

Don .. enjoy your vacation time  in Israel,
visiting with bubble..   I can hear the
excitement in your voice.      Have fun.

February is never a great month here
in New England  (IMHO) ..  so I am just
biding my time until Spring decides to show up. 

Have a great day, Everyone!
Sandy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 28, 2018, 02:14:06 PM
Good afternoon, on this rainy day. Snow to morrow

Sandy, Feb. and March can be bad, but at lest we are gaining on Spring. Dec. and Jan, you know we have a long way to go, so I am glad they are past. Just be careful of black ice, that was bad here yesterday. Lot of accidents.

Larry, thinking about you, and hope you are feeling better soon. When I was in the hospital they gave me Ruberssin and it did not help, still  have a dry cough once in a while, not as bad.  Doctor called it a heart
cough.

Shirley, we use to have robbins at the golf course, all winter.

Gloria With all the talk about peanut butter,  I think that is what I will have for lunch.  I found beach plum jelly at the christmas Tree Shop. No like the real thing.  The Church sale this year had beach plum jelly, and it sold for $10. a jar. Not many bushes left on LI

Don, I look forward to the pictures you will take once you get to Israel.

Roley. Keep posting, we like to hear from you.


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: CallieOK on January 28, 2018, 02:52:46 PM
Good Afternoon from a sunny mild No Wind central Oklahoma.

There was strong evidence that a Pepe Le Peu had recently been nearby when I went out to get the paper.  I checked before I stepped very far out on the driveway to be sure there wasn't a lurker in the flower bed.   ;)

Larry,   :woohoo: for your going to Prompt Care.

Amy, I'll be with my quilting dil tomorrow and will see what she knows about quilt appraising. If she doesn't - her mother will.

Gloria,  when I told the diabetic dietician I was having mid-morning "lows" she said I needed protein with breakfast and suggested peanut butter on toast.  That was 14 years ago and I've had a piece almost every morning since.

Don,  Excitement is building for your trip to Israel.  I think the extra payment for the lounge will be well worth your while.

Janie,  you deserve a "do nothing" day - although it shouldn't be one without your computer.   

Jenny,  I just saw a picture of The 5 Mrs. Hardins on Facebook.  What lovely "daughters by choice" you have.

The OTL Church Ladies were recipients of a "Pay It Forward" this morning.  When we asked for our checks, we were told that they had all been taken care of and the waitress would not tell us who had done the good deed.  We hadn't seen anyone we knew in the small restaurant where we are regulars.

Off to finish reading the paper and see if I can find some mischief to get into.

Wishing Everyfriend Everywhere an Enjoyable Day.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Radioman34 on January 28, 2018, 04:07:04 PM
Amy I like the idea of taking lunch with me to the terminal. I remember last year when I paid $13.50 for a ham sandwich.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 28, 2018, 05:07:59 PM
i still can't communicate via my desktop. However I did manage to get on line and pay the bills I needed to pay before giving my unit up tomorrow. I don't know how long I'll be without it. But I do know Kiran will be unhappy tomorrow.

I made 2 double batches of Amy's hot mustard this afternoon all for myself so I'm ready for whatever. My Texans are probably in the airport in Baltimore on their way home. I think their plane leaves around 7. Seems pretty quiet around here right now. Hope you are all enjoying your day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 28, 2018, 05:12:03 PM
Callie, I am with you, I am so thankful Larry checked up on his cold.  :thumbup:
I am really careful when I let the dogs out at night if a perfume puddy tat is around. So far they are still in hibernation here.

Don, anything that can be put in a baggie...sandwich, cheese and crackers, grapes, banana, orange slices. and a tetra pack of juice or bottled water. Then you don't have to carry around  containers.

Today was peaceful..I did play outside for a bit with the dogs but there is way too  much ice to throw the ball for them.I shall be happy when all the ice is gone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 28, 2018, 07:54:29 PM
I had planned to go down for supper tonight, but when the  peanut butter on toast was mentioned, i have changed my mind...that will be my supper at home with some canned mixed fruit, sliced banana added and whipped cream. I had a big lunch downstairs after Church. I'll be getting fat if I keep on eating so much.

We had a warmer day today 88 degrees and a strong wind. I wish it would RAIN !!

Janie, I'm sure it feels good to have your home to yourself again. You have been through a trying time and now the darn computer is acting up. I hope it all heals quickly and you are back to normal again.

Larry, my "cold" hung on for the whole month of Dec. It sure took the starch out of me, still not normal. I ended up needing a nebulizer..I use it three times a day and it does help. It is a machine that many asthmatics have to live with, and it does help.

Don, I would definitely take a snack bag of food with me. Even if I had to hide it in my pockets. Salted nuts give one energy and some hard candies...I like lemon drops. I am so thrilled you are still young enough and well enough to have this time with your Bubble. you two are so inspiring to us. God be with you.

I'm going to put on my flannel nighty and just enjoy a comfortable supper at home. I felt pretty weak this morning but getting down for Church helped a lot. Now it is quiet time. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 28, 2018, 10:33:57 PM
well it is getting colder here wend is out of the north 7/10 Mph. time for me to bid you all sweet dreams and good night. JaneS sorry your computer is on the blinks. Hope to see you all tomorrow.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 29, 2018, 12:24:44 AM
I've been working on my accounts so that if they keep my computer in the shop I don't get behind and for some reason S&F popped up. So I'm going to say a quick....Good Night Everyfriend before something else pops up and hides it. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 29, 2018, 05:48:00 AM
Good morning everyone..

Thought I might be able to go back to sleep at 4 am but that is a no go. Golden girl tried to get on the bed but slipped so I got up and helped her and tried to go back to sleep but couldn't. I did get to see the beautiful moon!!

Going to be a long day. We are heading to the city to return a form for an up and coming test for hubby. Will renew our membership at Costco and pick up a few things there, hubby likes the Baby Bell cheese and their price is way better than the grocery stores here.

Jane, hope they don't keep your computer on you. I see your temp is warmer than here ours is +4 at the moment.

Better go check on the fire and feed the pups..

Enjoy your day everyone..

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 29, 2018, 07:04:47 AM
Good Morning everyone. well I suspect JaneS has gone back to sleep according to time she posted. AMY have a safe trip to town. Our current temp here is 18º and shooting for 32º for high today and 42º tomorrow. I  welcome our temp to yours. wrap warm . I will fed the cows and head back in to the couch too cold for this old man to work in shop.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 29, 2018, 07:43:43 AM
good morning from my iPad.  We're waiting out the doggies pills. Today will be a busy day. I have to call the computer shop and maybe drop off my computer. And I have to call my drug insurance plan. We have a difference of opinion as to whether I paid and I need to straighten that out.

Then I have a return appointment with the orthopedic doctor who fixed my finger and lunch with friends from the office where I used to work.   This is alsO the day that I pick up TLH after school. Like I sad. "Gonna be a busy day.

You all take care of YOU!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 29, 2018, 09:35:56 AM
Good morning everyone, just 32° this am and some fog.

LARRY  hope those meds help you and today you start feeling better. Not good coughing like that and not sleeping good.

BUBBLE  I have seen those crutches a few times and at one time thought they would be good for me and not take as much room as the rollator when I have to go anywhere.

DON  I have my fingers crossed for you and your trip and the price of the business lounge doesn't make a big dent in your money.

GLORIA de  I have not seen beach plum jelly in years. I know when we used to go camping at the Cape the bushes were all over the place. Like around here there used to be blueberry bushes all over but now you cannot see the wild ones anymore.

CALLIE  I used to love toast with PB and mashed banana. Come to think about it cannot remember the last time I did that. Got that from my sister that lived in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. Always is great to hear about a “Pay it Forward” deed. You are the first I know it happened to.

DON  you could have bought a pound of ham and the fixings for sandwiches for that price.

JANE  hope you are not without your computer as long as I was. The computers down stairs have only one that works and only for games. They worked when I first moved here but the manager will not pay to have them worked on.

AMY  yesterday I woke thinking it was Monday. I wondered why the programs I watch in the mornings were not on and then why my CNA was so late. I finally looked at the date/time on the PC and saw it was Sunday.

JUNE  with the security at airports these days one has to be careful what they board with.

LLOYD  with the wind we have been having 7/10 mph would be like a breeze.

AMY  my daughter and SIL were Costco members for  years but there is not one near  them in Az. So they finally dropped it and miss it.

JANE  being so busy all the time is what is keeping you moving.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 29, 2018, 09:38:14 AM

Whether we wear a $300 or $30 watch - - - they both tell the same time.

Whether we carry a $300 or $30 wallet/handbag - - - the amount of money inside is the same.

Whether we drink a bottle of $300 or $30 or $3 wine - - - the hangover is the same.

Whether the house we live in is 300 or 3,000 or 30,000 sq. ft. - - - the loneliness is the same.

And we realize our true inner happiness does not come from the material things of this world.

Whether we fly first or economy class, if the plane goes down - - - we go down with it.

Whether we fly first or economy class, if the plane reaches its destination - - - everyone arrives at the same time.

Therefore . . . we should realize that when we have mates, buddies and old friends, brothers and sisters, with whom we can chat, laugh, talk, sing, talk about north-south-east-west or heaven and earth -- that is true happiness!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 29, 2018, 10:26:53 AM
   Hi Everyone.  It rained though out the day yesterday and is still overcast this morning but a very low chance of more rain this afternoon.  Yesterday was completely a day of rest for me and although no peppy this morning I had a great night of sleep in my own bed.  I am definitely better, although am hesitant to be too optimistic as have thought this a couple of times before only to have a relapse.  Nothing on the schedule today and expect to spend another day at home getting some extra rest. 

Don, it sounds like you have things well under control for your trip and a good idea to have access to a more comfortable place to wait in Toronto. 

Callie, what a nice surprise you had at the restaurant.  I bet that brighten your day and then to have a day without wind in Oklahoma had to make it a memorable time. 

June, it sounds like you had an enjoyable day yesterday and glad you were able to make it to Church. 

Amy, you sure got off to an early start today.  Hope you trip to the city goes well.  I need to get to Costco also but it is going to have to wait another day or two. Pat is putting in on online order at Walmart grocery.  However there are several items we get a Costco that we can't get at Walmart.  Do you ever get the package of bacon bits.  They are very handy and good. 

Lloyd, it sounds like a good day to stay close to the coach.  Your warmer weather didn't last very long. 

Gloria, I like what you shared today as it is people and not things that really make us happy.  Do many people in your building have their own computers?
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Sandy on January 29, 2018, 10:56:40 AM
Good Morning Everyone,  from the
cold but warmer and sunny,  rocky coast of
Maine.

I am sitting here looking at the clock  (10:50) AM
and realize that my whole sleep pattern has reversed it
self from what it was for years.     I use to go to bed
at 9 PM and wake sometime early morning between
4 and 6 AM  .... I was a quick starter... 

Now I am still up at Midnight and sleeping
in until 9 to 10 AM...  now I am a slow starter... 

Not sure why the change,  but it sure feels
right ...   so I have no intention to go go
back to the way things use to be.  ... 

Fe is feeling better and so far,  all it right
in my little corner of the world. 

:uglystupid2: 
Sandy 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Carol on January 29, 2018, 11:43:02 AM
Sandy:  so glad to hear that your little one - Fe - is feeling better.  I hope she didn't have the flu.

Gloria de:  You are a good optimist.

Don:  Clear plastic zip lock bags are good for your pen, keys and so forth too.  You know the drill.  Have a wonderful visit.

Jane:  How old is your little TLH?  You did mention quitting your job - anytime in the future? 

Gloria: perfectly true

Callie:  A very nice gesture - two cowboys in Lusk, Wyoming paid for our breakfast one morning.  Pay it forward - we really like the idea and it is just fun to imagine how it helps ones day. 



Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 29, 2018, 02:54:27 PM
I woke up fine, then after breakfast and readings of the day, I felt I was relapsing to a chest cold again. Went down and had my vitals taken, and after the B.P. reading, Eric had one of the nurses come out and talk to me. No one told me what the B.P. reading was and I forgot to ask. Nurse is suspicious of the extra dose of Albuteral I'm taking so we are cutting it back to  two times a day for three days to see if that makes a difference. I can go down for lunch so I guess I am not contagious.

We are having a high of 90 degrees today..a real surprise.. but so. Ca. is having strong winds, probably blowing in from the desert.

I don't have anything scheduled till Choir practice on Thurs. so I'll just do what I like.....read and nap.

Larry, I sure hope you are feeling better. Sleep as much as you can and give the body  a chance to heal.

Amy, I am "feeling" for Golden Girl. When my dogs got into their teens they always seemed embarrassed when they lost control of doing things that were so natural before. Like not being able to jump into their favorite chair.

Getting close to lunch time, so I will close with prayers for all those that have special needs, and quick healing for those that need it. I love you all. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 29, 2018, 03:27:02 PM
carol, Kiran alias TLHis 11 and in the 5th grade. We've had our "after schools" since she was in nursery school and I cherish they. But today is going to be a sad day in her life. They are letting their ailing dog go to rainbow bridge today
Y. She asked them to wait until she's home from school so she can say a proper Goodbye to her.

As to quitting my job... That was the heat of the moment. I'm afraid I was venting my anger at people who either don't listen; don't hear; or don't remember. You may notice I left out "don't care". I've given them the benefit of the doubt.

I've managed to get a lot done so far today and in the interest of not boring all of you I'm not going to print the list. But I better go put the towels in the dryer and go get TLH. LATER FRIENDS
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 29, 2018, 03:44:53 PM
Jane, that is so sad for Kiran.... will post this for you to decide  on what to do with it.

http://petloss.com/rainbowbridge.htm

We had a great day got all I needed at Costco and most of it on sale !!Have to love days like this.

Larry, I haven't tried that but will look next time..are they in the meat counter?

June, Golden girl is not too happy when I have to lift her up or help turn her over, oh she can eventually turn over but if I see her I help.....then she looks at me as if to say thank you Mom :)
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Carol on January 29, 2018, 04:23:16 PM
Two of our children lost beloved dogs in one week at Christmas and any day another child will be losing his buddy.  We have our favorite stories of our  family dogs always the best and funny stories.

Jane:  Sorry for Kirans loss of her furry friend.  It is never easy.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 29, 2018, 05:28:08 PM
i already shared rainbow bridge with them. But thank you.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 29, 2018, 10:01:23 PM
Time to get ready for an early book and bed, tried to take care of some inquires today but no luck so I will hand it over to Gary. He and Dori leave for Hawaii on Feb. 5th and home on the 14th. they will go to Princeville, Kauai. This will be about their 12th visit to the Islands.

My eyes are drooping so I will say a very Good Night. Sleep in Peace. God is watching over you. Prayers, Hugs and Love. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 30, 2018, 06:09:30 AM
Good morning everyone

Woke to 3° F and a light dusting of snow..I will take that :thumbup:

VON is coming today so need to tidy up the house...plus we need to go to the Dept of Highways and get a couple of buckets of sand. Our driveway is glare ice and we don't want anyone falling out there.

One of my jobs today will clean my desk,I need to put downloaded patterns away in their place.Should put a pot of soup on to cook too.

Wish we would hear from Joan..

Enjoy your day everyone..

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 30, 2018, 06:47:09 AM
Good Morning everyone. AMY top of the day to you,seams you get up before breakfast every day. we are at 17º and saying  47º for a high today. would be nice as you say to here about Joan I pray she is in good health and spirits.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 30, 2018, 06:48:53 AM
I'm still reporting from my iPad. My desktop is at the shop getting an overhaul. I took the standard as opposed to the emergency service. I saved 20 bucks that way but it might take longer. 

We had and are having some snow. It's supposed to continue all morning but will only amount to a couple of inches so it won't keep me home from work this morning. I wish you all a day filled with everything you love. Be happy. Be warm. Be loved.  Be healthy!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 30, 2018, 07:32:31 AM
 JaneS Main thing is you are still checking in and following your advice as well.
even if we heard from you snail or email we want to keep it up we love you friend. if you send snow this way be sure and sent enough to put some nitrogen in the ground. and have a great day.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: phyllis on January 30, 2018, 07:41:48 AM
I think that we will finally see the sun today.  The last few days have been almost constant drizzling or harder rain.  We needed the moisture but am really tired of it.  Colder temps. but not too bad and easier to put up with if the sun is shining.

I haven't been doing much except the usual household chores lately.  I'm trying to collect all of the tax documents that I need to have.  Several have been received but some always take awhile to get here.  Really do not look forward to filling out the tax forms but it must be done!  Thank goodness it is only once a year.

Take care and be well, everyone.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 30, 2018, 08:46:18 AM
I look forward to tax time as I do not have a paying job we get  tax $$ back.
I made waffles this morning. Nancy and I were talking abought times has changed when the children was little we made them from scratch and also pancakes. now days we use Bisquick mix. we do not but you can buy them ready made and frozen. Back when times was relay hard children weer little we would make pancakes from scratch and substrate some of the flour for corn meal and make sandwiches on them for the children to snack on and even our selves. times has sure changed. we are still poor but not church mouse poor like we were then. I can reamber cutting wood with a ax and a one man saw. the old saying cutting wood and burning it gets you warm twice once when you cut it and once when you burn it.Have a great day.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Carol on January 30, 2018, 08:51:16 AM
Where is that marvelous moon?  It is cloudy this morning - still, there are a lot of stars to see.  I have been herding cats - well, it feels like it when trying to gather family for a mid-day lunch tomorrow.  4 cousins from Minnesota are in the area  and we have set a time for tomorrow's lunch finally.  This morning is a new doctor's appt. for me and buying fresh chicken to marinate for tomorrow's lunch - along with a pizza casserole just because it looks interesting. 

Lloyd:  Wishing you enough snow. Good day to you!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Joy on January 30, 2018, 09:24:15 AM
Good Tuesday morning.

I woke up to about an inch of snow on the ground./  The driveway outside of my window is clear.  The pine trees look pretty with just a little bit of the snow on the edges.  But, it is only in the 20's, so it is very cold.   I was up early and turned the heat up and went back to bed for a little while longer.

Supposed to clear off shortly and the sun will come out.  It is very windy, also, and the snow is blowing off the trees.  Last night on the news, they were saying that they had been pre-treating the roads for the morning rush hour.  Most of the school systems are in a 2-hour late opening.  More snow is predicted for later in the week and then again on Sunday.  So, we are still not out of the woods, yet.

Nothing special going on today.  Tonight I will probably play cards.  I think I will make a couple apple turnovers with some puff pastry dough I have in the freezer. I have a few apples that need to be used.   That will give me something for breakfast for a couple mornings.  I also saw a recipe on FB for some little cheese snacks that I might make, as long as I have the oven on.  Having the oven on for a while will help to warm up my place.

Carol,  your Pizza Casserole does sound interesting.  You will have to let us know how it turns out.

Larry, do hope today will find you feeling lots better and not quite as tired out.  I know those coughs seem to just hang on and on.  Hopefully, the medicine will have helped and you were able to sleep better.  Glad Pat is better.

Good morning to you, Amy and Lloyd and Jane.  Jane, hope you are not without your computer for too long.  I do know when I have had mine in the shop, I get some much needed chores done.   Hope you don't have any problems getting to work this morning.  Sorry about Kiran's dog. 

Hope every friend will have a great day.

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 30, 2018, 09:27:54 AM
well I will first off thank you all for being my friends and I have a message for you all from peter. He asked me to thank you all for all the good get well wishes.
he said he knows some do not like Skype but he likes it best so he can see who he is talking to,no reflection to any one. he said several names but my short term memory I only remember Shirley and Gloria, please forgive me. but as it is hard for him to talk and  rmemor he asked me to post for him here In S & F.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 30, 2018, 10:26:40 AM
 Hi Everyone.  I am late getting here on this beautiful morning.  The sun is out and it is a beautiful day. I had a really great nights sleep and didn't wake up until 8 am.  We are not going to dinner at the Church tomorrow nightt.  Scott has volunteered to prepare dinner here tomorrow evening and Jennifer is going to pick up our grocery order from Walmart a little later this morning.     We are looking forward to it. I am still looking for some energy but the cough is definitely better. 

Amy, no the bacon bits are in a sealed package that is refrigerated after opening but is sold in the grocery section before opening. 

Thank you all for the good postings.  I will give you all a break from my usual book chapters.  No promises for tomorrow.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 30, 2018, 10:48:49 AM
Good morning everyone, looks beautiful out with snow covering everything. Not deep but still snowing steady. Started last night and no sign of stopping yet. A cold 20° too. From what was on TV roads are very slippery. Usually when a lot of snow is predicted they pretreat the roads, this time they did not think we would get snow here because the smart forecasters said it would be a coastal storm.
Just had a phone call, today's CNA will not be here today because of the bad roads and I do not blame her at all.

JUNE  hope those Santa Anna winds do not start more fires out there.

LLOYD  I remember when I would get groceries for 5 for under $15.00 now that  would not feed one for a week.

JOY  they did not pre treat the roads here this time because this far inland we were not supposed to get any snow. Those forecasters need to go back to school or check their instruments better.

LLOYD  I am thankful for Skype so I see and talk with my daughter every day.

LARRY  glad you finally had a good night's sleep.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 30, 2018, 10:50:15 AM
Six Undeniable Facts of Life:
1. Don't educate your children to be rich. Educate them to be happy, so when they grow up they will know the value of things, not the price.
2. Best wise words: "Eat your food as your medicines. Otherwise you have to eat medicines as your food."
3. The one who loves you will never leave you because, even if there are 100 reasons to give up, he or she will find one reason to hold on.
4. There is a big difference between a human being and being human. Only a few folks really understand that.
5. You are loved when you are born. You will be loved when you die. In between, you have to manage!
6. If you just want to walk fast, walk alone; but, if you want to walk far, walk together!

Six Best Doctors in the World:
1. Sunlight
2. Rest
3. Exercise
4. Diet
5. Self Confidence
6. Friends

And, finally:

The nicest place to be is in someone's thoughts,
the safest place to be is in someone's prayers.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on January 30, 2018, 11:34:47 AM
Lloyd could you email me or send private message here about Peter's handle in Skype for those who ask>  Thanks
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Denver on January 30, 2018, 04:08:03 PM
Good afternoon, EVERYFRIEND!

We are back home after a wonderful weding weekend in California.  The weather could not have been any better.....the skies were clear the entire time and the ceremony rates at the top of my list.  The friend that married Megan and Mark made the entire ceremony so personable, as he has known Mark for many years and Megan for six years that she and Mark have been courting.

Mark was concerned about my getting around on the sand, so the  ceremony was done in the park and only those that wanted to and were able to went down to the beach for pictures and fun. 

It was on Redondo Beach at Veterans Park.  A beautiful setting.....the big old trees there were amazing.  If you can check it out on line it is worth your time. 

My thanks to you all for the kind words, wishes and suggestions for getting around on sand. 

It was a surprise for Megan so was not told to anyone until the big day, but Mark gave Megan his grandmothers, (my mother’s) wedding ring.  Megan loved it.  I hoped she would...... it was the engagement ring with a nice sized diamond set in platinum with a couple of stones on the side.  The wedding band is attached at the bottom and has diamonds on it.  No one could believe it was a ring from a 1945 wedding, not only of the perfect condition of the set but the style as well.  Very classic. 

Yes, LARRY, Mark and Megan will have to relocate about 3 hours north to the new job location.  The golf course is in Paso Robles, CA, but there are three towns right there that they could live in.  They will be going up this Sunday to look at three homes they are interested in renting.  He is to start  the first of March, but can start earlier if they can get relocated.  There are several hospitals around the area so Megan will have no problem getting a RN job there.  They are both very excited about this new opportunity.  They currently live in a suburb of LA, called Sunland, but are both thrilled to be moving out of the BIG city.  Fortunately they knew they would not be at the last job for too long, so they were able to rent month to month and the landlord is being very kind to them about the flexibility of being out of the place.  Because of the terrible fires that so many people lost their homes to, the man will have no problem getting new renters.

BUBBLE, I did resend the pictures to you and apologize for not making it clear as to whom it was being sent by.  Thank you again for posting them. 

I have taken up much too much space in my post today, so will close with wishing you all a good day.  I hope those that are still feeling under the weather to feel much better soon.  I continue to suffer with my sciatica.  I do hope it improves soon as my worse time with it is in the middle of the night until morning.  Very painful as you all might know. 

Jenny

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 30, 2018, 04:52:43 PM
Jenny, you paint a beautiful picture of the wedding. I hope you will post some photos for us please..blessings to the happy couple..

The trees are amazing!!!!

https://www.bing.com/search?q=hermosa+beach+Veterans+park&qs=n&form=QBRE&sp=-1&pq=hermosa+beach+veterans+park&sc=0-27&sk=&cvid=80287F1E2A3743A981DB5E09FD4B2534

Driveway is sanded ,safe for all to use, two loads of wood in one in the house ,some in the garage and another one to go in where needed.

Jane, any word on your computer? I just got an email telling me my Apple account was frozen and unless I clicked on the link it would stay that way....it can as I do not have an account with them. ;D
David called to see how much snow we had overnight saying where he was they had 4inches.....we only had one if that.

Joy your apple turnovers sound delicious...hot with ice cream!!:)

Larry, thank you, I shall look next time we get to Costco.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Carol on January 30, 2018, 05:10:12 PM
Amy:  Smart girl to not click on that site. 

Jenny:  I am so glad that you had such wonderful weather at the wedding.  Now you will have another beautiful place to visit.  Blessings to the newlyweds! 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Mary Ann on January 30, 2018, 05:14:13 PM
Jenny, Mark and Megan's wedding sounded so nice and it was nice he could give her your mother's wedding/engagement ring.  It was nice of Mark to move the wedding off the beach so people would not have to cope with the sand.

Amy, some people think others are so gullible; I'm glad you don't have an Apple account so did not bite.  I've gotten so I look at the address of all "foreign" e-mails and most of those come in my Spam folder; I still look for the address.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Denver on January 30, 2018, 05:52:18 PM
Thank you so much, AMY,  for the link to Veterans Park, in Redondo Beach. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 30, 2018, 10:41:46 PM
I have been watching the State of the Union address. I am pleased.We have some very fine citizens in our country, it was wonderful to see them recognized.

Had a busy day. Three meetings this morning and one this afternoon, so I am ready to close down and get ready for bed. Have to remove my nitro patch and clean the skin, brush the teeth, wash my face, then into bed for reading and sleep. They are late in delivering my nite time dose of Albuterol, but it will arrive.

So my dear ones, I wish you a peaceful night and a refreshing sleep. God is watching over us. Hugs, Love and Prayers, June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 30, 2018, 11:10:29 PM
 so_P_bubble I am not sure what you want me to tell my email is (bluweb37 @ gmail .com) send me email more detailed as to what you want and need. also I have free long distance phone in USA.. you could send me in email your phone # and best time of day for you to talk. i would call you. hope this works for you, I am not sure how to do friends at moment on Skype I need to studdie and may come to me. but on skype we use our own names first and Last. we ring each other and answer, not sure witch set it up first. hope this helps.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Gloria on January 31, 2018, 05:46:07 AM
Good morning everyone. Not going to be a day where I go outside again. All of 14° and I have already turned the thermostat up. I started shivering when I got up, couldn't get my warm robe on fast enough.

JENNY  I am so glad that the wedding was as perfect as could be. The rings sound beautiful.

AMY  we ended with only 3 inches of snow here but the roads were terrible, lot of fender bender accidents from slipping and sliding on them. My CNA who will drive in any weather called in to say she was staying home because of that. The manager did not show up here till almost noon. Good thing you did not click on that email. Who knows what would have effected your computer.

WOW no one else here yet?
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Amy on January 31, 2018, 06:32:20 AM
Good morning everyone..

No new snow but -14 and a beautiful huge moon shining..

I go to the chiropractor this morning, pick up dog food, milk and drop off some empty egg cartons. Then home to wash floors.

Gloria, I don't care for this cold but it has been worse and I know next week they say it will be warmer.

Larry happy to read you are feeling better...

June, do you pick a different spot for the patch or does it go back on the same place?

Jenny, your welcome. I was amazed at the shape of some of those trees!

Better get a move on here

Enjoy your day everyone.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: JaneS on January 31, 2018, 06:43:42 AM
good morning Everyfriend!  I read everything yesterday and today but will probably only answer once a day. It's just too hard and too time consuming to type on this iPad.

Our temp this morning is 9 degrees and will only be up to 11 by the time I go to work. Gonna be a cold one today! 

think it was Joy who said she gets other chores done when she doesn't have her computer. She's right about that. I do too.

Jenny. The wedding sounds lovely. My congratulations and best wishes to the happy couple.

I hope you all stay warm and cosy today.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on January 31, 2018, 07:21:38 AM
 Gloria you must have sleep in your eyes I am here and so is
Amy you and JaneS, wake up and have a great day,enjoy your snow, just stay in and look at it through the window.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: larryhanna on January 31, 2018, 09:46:37 AM
   Hi Everyone. It is another sunny but chilly morning here in South Carolina.  We are only to get into the mid-50's this afternoon.  I got off to a slow start this morning. I just took my last antibiotic, thank goodness, so hopefully in a day or two will start feeling a little more energetic.  There is nothing pressing on the schedule for today and plan to stay home all day.  Scott, Jennifer, and Jennifer's visiting friend, Elizabeth will be out this evening and we will be having tuna casserole as the main dish for our dinner.

Gloria, the "Six Undeniable Facts of Life" contain a lot of wisdom. 

Jenny, glad you didn't have to deal with the sand.  That sounded like a very beautiful wedding and a nice trip for you all.  Nice that Megan has a profession that allows her to make job changes easily.  I hope they enjoy their new location.  Sorry to hear you are suffering with sciatica as have watched my wife deal with it several times.

June, you must be "meeting weary" after four meetings in one day.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Shirley on January 31, 2018, 10:54:47 AM
Larry, your tuna casserole sounds so good, I haven't made it since the kids were little.... and then only when Cas was out of town.  He didn't eat any type fish..... how do you fix yours?  Please?

I am waiting (again) for a call back from tracfone.... that "free one day shipping" is a bunch of hooooie.... I checked on this phone on the 27th & ordered the 29th... it still is NOT in the "tube"...  can't believe anything... trying to find out how many days BEFORE they do the "one day shipping".........  grrrrrrrrrrrrrr   My daughter is in town & uses iPhones & wanted to help me set up all the choices.  I did buy the extra year (good until July of 2019) with thousands of data, text & talk minutes.... just have a lemon of a phone (Alcatel smarty) that doesn't have enough memory or space to update anything.   :tissue:

Good copies, Gloria, I'm sending to a number of people.  Got to admit that this winter has not lived up to my wishes... way too dry & the wind has not stopped, so bitter cold on those days.  My surprise lilies are out of the ground, neighbor says their jonquils are out of the ground as well.  Boy, do they have a shock coming! 

Sun is shining but was cloudy & when I woke up to see the blue/blood/super "they called it"... moon, it was pitch dark out.  Full eclipse.  Last night before I went to bed it looked huge & had a big ring around it, but I decided to wait for photos until this morning.  Bad choice~~

Jenny, the wedding & trip sounded wonderful so bring on the photos!  Nice they are living their dreams.  Guess you didn't drop by to visit your father or you'd have said, hope he is okay. 

Jane, you talked about companies "getting rid of the old timers"..... to hire cheaper labor.... happened to my father & husband ... they do know how to skirt the law.  Trouble is when they get rid of all the people that know how to run the place then they either go "belly up" or run into many problems the younger ones don't know how to fix.  Hang in there.... I'd love to check out with a smiling face.

Better get off.... supposed to call back in half an hour.... when I called earlier (& got disconnected)... was only 10 minutes.  I am short on patience this morning.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: Lindancer on January 31, 2018, 02:45:31 PM
Good afternoon, sunny shining, no wind but very cold.  I put a picture of our so called dusting of snow in pictures old and new.

Gloria, it was 15 here in the pine barrens this AM. Yesterday we got 8 inches, and it showed the city got a dusting, which they had forecast for us. the schools were even closed out here. Snow again for Friday, and I have two doctor appointments. Hope this time it is the dusting
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: June Drabek on January 31, 2018, 09:21:33 PM
Good Evening dear ones. I don't know how 12 hours can just disappear so quickly.I was in earlier and read your posts, then got involved in emails and before I knew it lunch time had arrived. Oh, thats right I spent an hour at Bible study. Our resident Pastor did it today, since there are five weeks this month. He is A-1 in my book. He enjoys teaching and it shows..lots of smiles.
Then it was lunch time and of course a two hour nap, then did some much needed separating and destroying or filing of paper work. and now it is time to fix some supper. I think it will be a grilled cheese sandwich...cheddar of course......real cheese. Canned fruit for dessert. Then maybe a walk outside before getting ready for book and bed. What a wonderful life.

Amy, you asked about the patch. Never the same place two times in a row, as I break out from the nitro. I used to use my upper arm till it got to sensitive and broke out with rash like pimples, so now it is applied on my thighs..alternate days. The skin is a little thicker there...or maybe more fatty layer, and definitely
more area, and easier to remove and wash every night. I learned a lot on the computer.

Time to go fix my sandwich, and dine while the t.v. entertains me with the news.
Not very entertaining, but it does keep my brain alive. God willing I will be back to say Goodnight. HUGS
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for January 15,2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on February 01, 2018, 02:13:05 AM
A new page for Soda Shoppe begins

HERE (https://www.seniorsandfriends.org/soda-shoppe/soda-shoppe-for-february-1-2018/msg119863/#msg119863)