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Title: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on July 14, 2018, 11:13:29 PM
  Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018 

Soda Shoppe

for July 15, 2018, 2018


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Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on July 14, 2018, 11:13:49 PM
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Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on July 14, 2018, 11:14:53 PM

As a freelance secretary, I type story manuscripts. When an author pays me, I print the name of the story across the top of his check. Once when I took a check to the bank, the teller suddenly froze. Only after I had explained my procedure to a bank officer did the reason for the teller's reaction become clear.

The story was called "Your Money or Your Life," and that, of course, was what I had written in bold letters across the top of the check.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on July 14, 2018, 11:15:24 PM
While volunteering in a soup kitchen, I hit it off with a very attractive single man. It was a relief, since my mother and I always laughed
because the men to whom I was drawn were inevitably married.

So, optimistic about my chances, I asked my new friend what he did for a
living.

He replied, “I’m a priest.”

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: CallieOK on July 14, 2018, 11:21:08 PM
I'm slipping in to say Sleep well, Everyfriend, and have  pleasant dreams.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 15, 2018, 06:17:59 AM
And I'm here to say, "Stop all that dreaming and get on with your day." 

Good Morning Everyfriend!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 15, 2018, 06:31:49 AM
well it look's Like CallieOK put us to bed. I have been puttering around a while
so I say Good Morning everyone about time to get going before it gets too hot again, we have hit 100º several days in a row. is already 73º here @5:20 A M
here. Instant weather says going for 89º and 60% chance of rain,pray for us we are very dry. we have wen't above there predictions several days in a row. Have a great day.

Lloyd.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 15, 2018, 06:41:59 AM
Good Morning JaneS good to see you. Jane If i can reamber how to get your email and put a picture of the break down child's chair I made for the little ones.
It comes apart so you could take apart and lay it away flat stack out of the way.
I will send it to you and you can post it as look's like you no how to post it.I am brain dead on that how to now.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 15, 2018, 06:58:10 AM
LLOYD, I do NOT know how to post photos.  Bubble posted those for me!  She know how to do everything!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 15, 2018, 07:13:24 AM
JaneS well I figured out how to don't ask me how but i got your phone # off of this computer. was about ready to call you and came back here and seen your post would have been good to talk to you tho. at least i seen you are up for the day and work. Have a good one the chair i am trying to post will come apart and stack under the bed or where ever. I have got pictures on here now to figure out how to post where you all can see.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 15, 2018, 07:28:55 AM
so_P_bubble Hello Jane tells me you know how to do every thing. so if I can impose on you to tell me how or if I had your email address or phone # i could maybe figure out to send to you or call I have free long distance. I used to know how but after those head knock in 014 i can't think of hardly any thing. My email is (bluweb37 @gmail,com) all lower case

thanks Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 15, 2018, 07:32:50 AM
Jane now that i have re found your Phone # I may call you some time and visit.
On the phone is almost as good as in person just can't give you a hug there.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 15, 2018, 08:43:56 AM
 Hi Everyone.  Another cloudy morning as it was all day yesterday.  I am looking forward to a nice day today.  My main activities will be attending Sunday School and Church and then probably getting something to bring home for our main meal of the day. At this point I have no idea of whether Pat will be attending Church with me as she is still asleep.  She is really enjoying the new sheets as for the first time says she is waking up without being hot.  I accomplished nothing yesterday other than losing 4 1/2 pounds of weight after taking the first Lasix tablet yesterday morning so you know what I was doing all day long.  I will probably watch some of end of the golf tournament this afternoon.

Jane, I appreciate the help you have given me here and via email on the laundry basket matter.  The color wouldn't matter although would probably get the black or white.  Pat would probably prefer the red.  You will be counting the days soon before you see that beautiful great granddaughter at Christmas. 

Callie, I remember it being a bit of a shock when I learned we have rocks in our ears.  :)  I can see you are really grieving about me having to have a little wine at bedtime.  :)

Bubble, thanks for posting those pictures for Jane.  What a sweet baby and I bet I know who it is.  Thanks also for the new start for the week.  Those graphics great and I particularly liked the verse on the second one. 

Lloyd, I hope you get some rain today.  If I don't forget I will send you my telephone number.  However, you might want to just email your picture to Bubble as she is one of our experts here at re-posting for folks and I haven't done it in such a long time I have sort of forgotten.  As Jane said Bubble "knows how to do everything" and aren't we thankful for that. 

June, you pay for a lot of meals that you don't eat.  However, I know you often just aren't up to doing the meals for whatever reason. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 15, 2018, 08:53:27 AM
Good morning everyone..

Gosh did I pound my pillow! Didn't get up till 8:20! I was up in the night with the dogs so I guess I just played catch up. Managed to get  the laundry on the line and dried. We sure need rain here. Finished up another quilt yesterday and before bed watered the garden. Cooked the rib and made baked beans so that will be our meal today.

Today is a day of rest and I am so much looking forward to it.

Bubble, thank you for the new start page and the funnies too!

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Gloria on July 15, 2018, 09:45:44 AM
Good morning everyone, 69° to start and overcast. Might have showers or a Tstorm later. My #1 son came over yesterday, surprise second time in less than a week. I did cook the summer squash and the small zucchini yesterday and it came out very good. Of course I could not  eat  it all so will finish it later.  He told me I can expect more later. Too bad that squash does not freeze good. Just heard that today is National Ice Cream day. Glad I have some in the freezer so I can celebrat later.

JANE  wish someone could fix my back like that  doctor fixed your Vertigo. It will be another week or 2 before local blueberries are ready. I better work on clearing food from the freezer so I have room to freeze some.

LARRY  ny daughter was telling me yest erday they had almost an inch of rain. For that area they measure by tenths of an inch so that was welcomed. I enjoyed the second visit of my son yesterday. #2 son was here Friday instead of the week end. He has things ne needed to do on the week end. Any time either one comes is a pleasure. My Windows 10 updates when I shuutdown for the night. Have no idea how long it takes because I go to bed. It shuts off when it is done.

BUBBLE  thanks for the link for Jane's photos.

JANE  how sweet little Emma is. How fast they grow.

JUNE  I know how hot is ge ts on the hird floor especially with the sun beating on this side from noon till sunset .

BUBBLE  love your graphic for our new week. Goes with the books I have been reading. My son has a collection of books by Louis L'Amour. Most all westerns. Several of his books have been made into movies. He wrote hundreds of them and I have yet to find one that I didn't like. The story about the secretary had me laughing, better be careful what we write on checks.

LLOYD  hope you get some needed rain and get rid of the hot temperatures.

AMY  I pounded my pillow last night, too. Did not sleep much Friday night and last night was in bed at 8, stll light out. Woke at almost 7 this morning, at least I do feel better now.

Have a restful Sunday.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on July 15, 2018, 11:52:12 AM
Quote from: Lloyd Hammond on July 15, 2018, 07:28:55 AM
so_P_bubble Hello Jane tells me you know how to do every thing. so if I can impose on you to tell me how or if I had your email address or phone # i could maybe figure out to send to you or call I have free long distance. I used to know how but after those head knock in 014 i can't think of hardly any thing. My email is (bluweb37 @gmail,com) all lower case

thanks Lloyd

Just put those photos in an email and send to me. I'll be glad to post them for you. My address is on my profile.Please put photos for S@F in the subject line, so it won't go to spam!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 15, 2018, 12:37:14 PM
I've been to church, stayed for coffee hour and my good friend, LeAnn, gave me some leftover goodies to bring home with me.  I already ate one of them.  She makes the best goodies!

Then I stopped by WM with my shopping list and my extra wooly head and got a haircut and stocked up on some stuff I need.  Now I'm in for the day.

Bubble, I worked for about 40 minutes last night trying to send a photo of Emma in her new Amish-made rocking chair and I thought I sent it to you to post.  Apparently, I sent it off into limbo because you obviously didn't get it and it's not in my sent box.  Dag Nab it!  I'll try again when I get over the mads.

Ali, my granddaughter, absolutely LOVED the chair and declared that she is positive that Emma will love it when she is aware of it.  She says it's going to become Emma's family heirloom.  That makes me happy.  I wanted her to have something that would remind her of GG regularly. 

I haven't decided how I'm going to spend today but I started watching my DVD's of "The Rat Patrol" and I'll probably watch more of that.  It's a pretty good show and was one of my favorites when it was showing regulary on TV.  Don't know what else I'll be getting into.

Enjoy your day Everyfriend!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Sandy on July 15, 2018, 01:47:14 PM
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Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lindancer on July 15, 2018, 02:25:20 PM
Good afternoon everyone, have not been in for few days.

Thanks Bubble for getting us started again The one story reminded me of the Golden Girls. Dorothy met a man at the soup kitchen and invited him to dinner, She got all dolled up in a bright evening gown, for a big evening, when she open the door she discovered he was a priest


right now i'm trying to type one finger, while I hold a cat looking me right in the eye :)

Larry, I take Lasix also, they try to cut me to half a pill, lasted two day, as not only did my feet swell up, my legs did too,

I have had quite a week.  The hematoma filled up to the size of a golf ball with blood, so went to my primary doctor this time. he gave one look and sent me to the ER, was there 5 hours. The house doctor called in a surgeon, he said I should leave it along while it was still sealed. This was Wed. buyt come see him next week at his office. It hurts if I do not keep it up, of course on Sat. when I can't get hold of the doctor, it started to bleed, so now I have it bandaged and trying to keep it up which is not easy Still hurts



































Larry,
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Carol on July 15, 2018, 06:01:36 PM
Gloria de:  So sorry to read about your trip to the ER.  It must have been exhausting for you.  I do hope all is under control now. 

This is one of the first cooler days in weeks with a change of rain tonight.  Normally, there is a summer monsoon time but that has been absent for quite a few years. 

The calendar isn't full this week but sure has heck, it will fill up fast.  I did get a bit of sewing in this afternoon.  It is a hobby I should drop but I do cherish that older Bernina machine.  I have an older Viking in Tucson and also a Singer Featherweight.  You would be surprised at how many machines my friends keep.  The featherweight is from the 1940's and it has a certain clickety clack sound to make it a therapeutic time for me.  Makes me think of mom. 

One grandson called and he told us he is really busy putting up windows after a hail storm - they hired him because:  he is an Eagle Scout!  He is full time school and full time work guy.  All our grands work and go to university full time - This one had to change his major because a counselor gave him wrong advice (this happens too often).   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 15, 2018, 07:51:56 PM
Here is the stack able rocking chair I made for my grand kids. You can take it apart and put it back together by removing one piece from the back.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 15, 2018, 07:56:54 PM
So_P_Bubble

My grandaughter came over and helped me post those pictures in here. They are there, but they are small. Thank you for offering to post those for me. If you want to see them bigger you might have to size them up. It is two pictures of the same chair, a front view and a side view.


Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 15, 2018, 08:28:07 PM
LLOYD, that looks like a cute little chair.  You would probably stack up with the Amish Carpenters.  Your grandkids have a real family heirloom!

I have clothes to put away from the dryer and dishes to put away from the dishwasher before I can relax.  Later, friends!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on July 16, 2018, 02:46:35 AM
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Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 16, 2018, 06:19:54 AM
Good morning everyone..

No rain as of yet, they are calling for some today so pray we get a gentle all day/night one. Total fire ban on here now.

Started and finished another quilt yesterday, this was a kit that most of the cutting was already done, I did do a bit of cutting but m a8inly sewed.

We are off to the Dr this morning, he is about 40 min away and then back home, no shopping today.


Lloyd, I bet your chairs would sell like hot cakes. You did an amazing job!! A lot of work and love went into that chair.

Better scoot, need to be on the road soon and hope we don't get held up in construction!

Have a great day everyone.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 16, 2018, 07:21:09 AM
Good Morning Everyfriend!  I see I said I'd be back later yesterday and I wasn't.  I watched a little TV through my eyelids and then went to bed. 

Today, I'm having lunch with some friends from my old job.  That's always fun!  Then I work this evening.  That's about it for my day.  I hope you all have a lovely one...rain where needed, cooler weather where wished for and love in all your lives!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 16, 2018, 08:56:11 AM
 Hi Everyone.  Another overcast morning with a better than 50% chance of rain though out the day.  We had a very good Sunday School class with a couple in attendance who had been members for a long time before moving a year or so ago.  A friend from Sunday School brought me a small bag of squash fresh from her garden, which was a nice surprise.  Our Church service was outstanding.  The Church was even more full than it had been the previous two Sundays with our combined service. 

On the way home I stopped at Bogangles and got something new for our lunch that we hadn't tried before.  I got Pat some Homestyle Chicken Strips with green beans and a biscuit and I got the baked chicken bites with coleslaw and a biscuit.  We both liked what we had and will be having those items again for future Sunday dinners.  I could only eat about half of the chicken bites so Pat was able to finish them up last evening.  I forgot to observe National Ice Cream Day so will try to make up for this oversight this week and the weeks ahead. 

I did finish listening to the audio book as well as finished reading the ebook and got a new audio book and a new ebook started.  I don't have anything specific on the agenda for today but may go to Walmart to pick up a couple of prescriptions for myself and a couple for Pat.  I plan on doing more reading today.

Amy, you can't beat ribs and baked beans for a meal as they go together so well.  The last two times Pat has fixed ribs, one of her favorite meat dishes, she has made them in the Instant Pot and then finished them off in the oven with BBQ sauce on them and they have been very tender and delicious.  I hope you all get some rain without the storms that you have recently had.  I am hoping for rain here today as well.

Gloria, thanks for alerting me that yesterday was National Ice Cream month.  Unfortunately, I didn't celebrate it yesterday but sure will try to make up for it in the days ahead as want to be very patriotic in this regard.  :)  I bet your daughter was surprised they got that much rain.  You had a nice weekend from the standpoint of your sons visiting with you. 

Jane, LeAnn sounds like the type of friend we all would like to have.  I don't remember the show "The Rat Patrol".  I hope you had a restful day yesterday. 

Sandy, I think I missed something as to why the woohoo? 

deAngel, the Golden Girls are still one of our favorite programs.  They always show several of the episodes every Sunday morning and there are always a few laughs in the program.  I am hoping I don't have to start taking the lasix everyday again as I have had a past problem of not having enough salt.  I hadn't realized how much my legs and feet as well as around my middle were accumulating fluid until I got some of it off. 

Carol, it is nice to look at the calendar and see it isn't full.  Neither Pat nor I have anymore scheduled appointments this week although I do have a couple of things I will do but they are not taxing.  Pat has really enjoyed here Singer Featherweight sewing machine and it stay up all the time in our sun room area.  Unfortunately, she doesn't feel up to sewing a lot of days and when she does it will be just for a short time.  It sounds like you have a very hard working family and great grand kids.   

Lloyd, that is a beautiful little rocking chair you made and such fine woodwork.  You are very talented.  I was talking with a man in our Sunday School class yesterday and found he is an artist and fine woodworker.  He showed me several pictures of big salad bowls he had made out of various woods. He has an art degree and also paints and has had shows of his work. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Gloria on July 16, 2018, 09:32:20 AM
Good morning everyone, 71° had a loud and bright rain last night. Yes we finally got the thunderstorm the weather guessers have been predicting the past week. More in the forecast for today. No sun this AM just overcast and gloomy.

BUBBLE  looks like we will be calling you the picture lady. Remember that was what BUNNIE was called way back in SN?  I don't think I can remember how to post pictures anymore, been too long.

GLORIA de  maybe youshould have gone to the emergency again when it started bleeding. Hope you can see your doctor today.

LLOYD  the chair you made is beautiful, good finish on it, too.

BUBBLE  thanks for making Lloyds pictures larger.

JANE  I know you will enjoy lunch with your old coworkers.

LARRY  I am afraid my son will be bringing me more squash that I can eat. Of course I could share them with my CNAs or some friends here. I have ice cream in my freezer but did not have any yesterday. So much for celebrating.

Better get moving or my CNA will be her e before I get dressed for the day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 16, 2018, 10:05:13 AM
 so_P_bubble thanks for the fixing of the pictures of the chair, now for a how it works. there is a tang that sticks through the bottom of back it has  letter j or small t that sticks through that. remove it and pull the seat out you can see in the picture then take the cross bar in front out lift the back out of the sides and it all stacks up in a neat pile to slide under a bed or what ever. we do not we just leave it out with the rag dolls in it for the grand children to play with when they are here. Have a great day.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 16, 2018, 10:07:52 AM
Gloria you slipped in on me  Hi and have a great day also.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Carol on July 16, 2018, 11:12:10 AM
Sipping coffee - we sat up around 4:30 AM for at least an hour - Don did not feel well and thought he might have taken one extra bedtime pill.  So, we waited - then, I did go back to sleep and made it until after 7 AM.

I am getting ready for a free house-cleaning tomorrow.  Our oldest son knows a friend who is starting a business and they tested the crew on my house a few months ago.  Our son uses our place when he has appointments in Denver and he wanted to do them a favor as well as treat me.   :smitten:

Amy:  We drive at least a long in time to the VA but the streets are totally clogged now with newcomers.  Insane drive.  Fires are the tragic word here in Colorado this year.  A couple was arrested & sentenced for shooting and starting a fire that wiped out many houses.  I can't keep up with the destruction.  One son has a cabin/house near Rocky Mountain National Park - (look it up) near Grand Lake.  There was a fire that came close but thankful to the fighters they stopped it.  Terribly sad this year.  Sorry that you don't have time for shopping.  Do you do any online shopping? 

Lloyd:  Your workmanship is just beautiful.  That is a treasure for years to come!  Don makes small things like pens. 

Larry:  We like a quiet church service on Saturday nights - then, we drive close to a Chick-Fil-A and they have small portions and great chicken. 





Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Cottoncandy on July 16, 2018, 02:24:14 PM
Bubble..I sent you a email...CC
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 16, 2018, 02:50:16 PM
Oh my are we getting a storm and rain too!! Rain so fast and furious the ground can't soak up! I wish I could share this with all of you that need the rain. What a blessing this is!!  Gave Babe a 1/2 pill to help calm her down ,storm doesn't bother Golden girl but both are on the beds now. :)

Dr. visit went well....long but seems the med he wanted to put hubby on conflicted with what he is taking so got that all straightened out.

Carol ,glad to read the fire missed your son's home.  We are under a fire ban but as you know some people don't think that applies to them. It really galls me to be behind a vehicle and they throw a cigarette butt out that is still smoldering!!I have shopped Connecting Threads and just love it there...they have a wonderful sale on now too.


Gloria, I just went out to the mail box and the smell of the rain is lovely.still lightly raining  and I hope it keeps up all night.

Gloria de.,hope you have no more problems with that hematoma!!   Thank you for the laugh about the lady and the priest!

Jane, how did your lunch go? Hope it is cloudy for you to drive in later from work.

Larry, we will be having a repeat of last night supper tonight too!! :)



Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 16, 2018, 03:56:12 PM
Amy, we have rain and storms all around us, but not a drop here.  The sun is shining and it is about 90 F degrees.  To cop it off, a part on the outside faucet is broken and we can't use the hose.  We do have a sprinkling system that runs every other night but one section has no sprinkler and it is getting brown there.  With the heat, the little sprinkling that happens doesn't do that much good.  I live in a condo so I hope the man I contacted can fix my faucet.  It is too hot to sit outside and even the cat did not want to go out while I went for the mail.  Smart cat!

Lloyd, I liked the chair you made for your great-grands; it is a work of art.

Even on a work day, Grand Haven is busy.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 16, 2018, 05:42:08 PM
Mary Ann, we had lots of rain, almost filled my rain barrel. High winds uprooted a neighbours tree putting it over the fence into our next door neighbour and up the road from the neighbour another tree was downed ,this time a pine tree. Thankfully we didn't lose our power.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 16, 2018, 06:05:58 PM
Amy, I just looked at radar and what rain was in our area has left and seems to be over your area. 

That is too bad about your neighbors losing trees - it takes a long time to grow a tree. 

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lindancer on July 16, 2018, 08:17:29 PM
Good evening, trying tp set with my leg up. The doctor said try to set with it up above your hear, not easy. Here at the computer I have it on a stool.

Larry you reminded me to go get some icecream, I put it in my root beer and made a float thanks :)

Lloyd, loved your chair. I make Teddy bears, when my grand daughter was about 3 I made her a Teddy and set it in a small wooden chair, she looked at it put  the bear  on the floor and set in the the little chair wanted the chair instead. so I know your grands love the chairs

Carol, that is great you have someone to house clean

Gloria I met to tell you I have read all of Zane Greys book.  During the war a book came out once a month called: Western Romance, I Always bought it the first day , it was the size of a large paperback

Amy, we have water ban, started this week, we are suppose to water every other day, and not between 10 and 4. But I do see people water all day.

Mary Ann, they will say it is pouring inthe city. but does not comes out this far east. I can look across the Sound, and see rain clouds in Conn. We do need rain.



Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 16, 2018, 08:50:45 PM
Gloria D, my radar shows no rain on Long Island.  Nor any in my area.  I think Amy is getting most of it in the NE, however, the Weather Channel says rain is to go up the East coast so maybe you'll get some yet.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 16, 2018, 10:47:42 PM
Too tired to post..all is well. Hugs, Love and Prayers. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Denver on July 17, 2018, 01:48:04 AM
Finally figured out where to post.  I do not know what my problem was....but here I am.

Everything continues to go well here with my dad, so we will be heading home tomorrow.  I would like to stay longer just to be with him, but now he just has to do what his physical therapist want him to do.  The biggest problem is to keep him from trying to do more than he is ready to do. 

There has been a lot of rain and flooding in many areas we have to drive through, but we are hopeful it will not be that way tomorrow.

GLORIA de, I am sorry to read about the problems you are having with the hematoma on you leg.  I sure wish they could have helped you with it rather than you going home and having to deal with it bleeding.  Doctors sure do not make it easy on the patients.  Take care of it and YOU!

Pleasant dreams to all.

Jenny

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on July 17, 2018, 02:34:40 AM
Quote from: Cottoncandy on July 16, 2018, 02:24:14 PM
Bubble..I sent you a email...CC

I did not receive any photo for posting...
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 17, 2018, 06:37:07 AM
Good morning everyone...

No major storm overnight but power must have went off as the clocks are flashing. Taking hubby for blood work today then home to tidy up and chase dust bunnies.


Hope everyone has a fantastic day..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Gloria on July 17, 2018, 07:50:07 AM
Good morning everyone, going to be hot again today, already 75°. We always said the dog days of August for the hottest month but July has been pretty hot and too humid.

LLOYD  did you have a pattern for the chair you  made or did you just think about it and make it? Bet you could make money selling them.

CAROL  wow a free house cleaning. After 4 years here and not being able to clean like I used to, I could sure use a good cleaning here. Doesn't look dirty but I used to wash walls and windows and everything every spring. Windows more often than that. My Mom washed windows and put up clean curtains every month. Guess I take after her in some ways.

AMY  we have thunderstorms in the forecast for late afternoon, during the traffic rush home at the end of the work day. Glad I will not be on the road, bad enough driving when it is pouring. Would rather have a light steady rain for a day or more than a downpouring rain that just runs off and doesn't sink into the dry earth.

GLORIA de  I read most of Zane Gray books, love the way he described the locations he was writing about. I always pictured the area that he was writing about. My daughter has a big collection of his books.

JENNY  have a safe trip home with no storms along the way. I know you would like to stay with your Dad longer.

AMY  I imagine the dust bunnies are multipling under the couch and under the bed. Half the time they do not sweep the floor in the bedroom unless I remind them. They are no allowed to move furniture, not even a chair.

Have a good day and stay cool.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 17, 2018, 08:02:00 AM
good Morning everyone, AMY must be doctors day most everywhere Nancy has a appointment this morning. Our car is out of service installing a new radiator.
so our dear friend loaned us one of his. it is a major chore to change it. have to disassembly most of the front end of car to get it out. almost would be cheaper to buy a good used car ready to go, if you were paying a dealership to change it out. I worked all day yesterday and do not have the old one out yet.must be one more bolt down in the lower corner i can;t see yet. can pick up on one side but not the other. Have a good day everyone.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 17, 2018, 08:10:33 AM
Good Morning Everyfriend!  I didn't post when I came home from work last night.  I was just plain too tired!  And I had a restless night so I'm not much better today. 

I wish you all a great day!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 17, 2018, 08:27:24 AM
 Gloria as you said thought about and done it i think but that was a long time ago not sure. my brain is not sharp now days as was back then. Have a great day.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 17, 2018, 09:36:46 AM
 Hi Everyone.  It is another overcast day and a good possibility of more rain.  We had at least 1 1/2 inches of rain yesterday afternoon and during the night.  We are to get to about 90 degrees this afternoon. 

I don't have much on the calendar for today.  The kitchen chores are done and at 10 am my friend will be here for an hour.  Today is the 60th anniversary of IHOP opening and they are offering sixty cent pancakes.  Pat mentioned we might take that in but we will just have to wait and see how she is feeling.  That will likely be it for today.  For some reason I didn't feel very peppy yesterday but hope for a better day today. 

Gloria, we had a couple of the squash sauteed with spices last evening for dinner.  They are small and they were very tasty.  Pat fixed them in the Instant Pot after cooking the chicken strips and then some macaroni with the remainder of the cheese dip she had made a few days ago.  Now we have three containers left over of the macaroni and cheese in the freezer for subsequent meals. 

Carol, sure hope Don is feeling better today.  It is easy to forget medicine.  I use the little daily pill boxes but even then on occasion forget to take the pills and have taken the night time pills in the morning.  Fortunately a couple of the most important I take both morning and evening so it really isn't much of a problem.  Now I have added two more pills in the morning and have had to store part of them in the noon little box.  It is quite a handful in the mornings.  You can't beat free housecleaning and hope you will be satisfied with the results.  Maybe you could become a customer of the service if you like it.  I doubt that you would regret doing so.  The fires in your state and other states are certainly worrisome and do so much damage.  I can't image what it must be like to be one of the firefighters. We eat at Chick-Fil-A fairly often and always enjoy it.  The staff is always cheerful and helpful.  They have a big business here in North Augusta and take drive through orders as you get into the drive thru lane and then have a special station to collect the money so that when you get to the window you just pick up your food.  It is a pretty smooth operation.  They even put out a cooling fan to keep their outside employees reasonably cool in the hot weather. 

Cottoncandy, I like your screen name.  I hope you will come back and let us get to know you.  There is always plenty of room here in the Soda Shoppe.

Amy, some of our rains didn't last two long yesterday but came down fairly heavy and then rained off and on throughout the afternoon and evening.  Glad the doctor got your husbands meds straightened out.  My wife gets the Connecting Threads catalogs and has made several purchases from them. 

Mary Ann, hope you can get the outside faucet fixed.  To bad it is too hot now to enjoy your new patio furniture. 

deAngel, it is a bit difficult to sit with you legs up above your heart.  It has been years since I had my last ice cream float.  I wonder if Western theme TV shows and books will make a comeback?  A couple of weeks ago I read an ebook Western and it was quite good. 

June, glad you checked in and hope you feel better today. 

Jenny, glad to see your dad is doing well enough that you can head back home today.  Your dad will have to determine his limit for himself. 

Gloria, I can't image washing curtains every month.  Of course, windows used to have to be open since we didn't have A/C.  My mother did a complete Spring and Fall housecleaning.  Pat eliminated the curtain problem here as we just don't have any curtains although I know our housekeeper would take them down and rehang them.  It took a little getting used to but it is fine since we have nice looking blinds.  I find one of the joys of reading is being able to pictures things in my mind. 

Lloyd,   installing the new radiator sounds like a miserable job for you?  Hope Nancy's doctor appointment goes well for her today. 

Jane, sorry to read you had such a tiring day and have stated this day the same. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Cottoncandy on July 17, 2018, 10:09:13 AM
Bubble...sending another email...CC
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: CallieOK on July 17, 2018, 11:19:49 AM
Good Morning,

Had to be up and at 'em earlier than normal today because of the annual Wellness Check.   Diagnosis:  "Whatever you're doing....keep doing it".    :thumbup:
Did discover that my home blood pressure monitor is registering 40+ points higher than it should be.  I'm actually right on normal (with meds, of course).  Doctor suggested getting a larger size cuff.  I'll discuss that with the pharmacist next time I'm there.

  Had to run the windshield wipers for about 3 blocks past the doctor's office (roughly 2 miles from my house) coming home and then not even a sprinkle.
The weather gurus have been talking about "downbursts" - very heavy downpours that start suddenly and last just a few minutes.
Driveway looked as if my house had one during the hour I was gone this morning.  Maybe the situation coming home was the "tail end" of it.

I've "broken my fast"  - now need to find something useful to do....or not.

Wishing Everyfriend Everywhere an Enjoyable Day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 17, 2018, 11:22:47 AM
Thought a little humor might be in order so wanted to share this very short video.

https://youtu.be/NsJHqstPuNo
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 17, 2018, 09:46:28 PM
Another day is drawing to a close, and I am ready for an early bed, but not yet...still have to eat some supper and do the usual before bed routine. Just as the rest of you probably do too.

I invited my Dori and two other gals to have lunch with me. We ate out on the big patio, and really enjoyed the mild weather, scrumptious food and loving friendship. Had about an hours bed rest, then off to sing with the Red Hatters group at the health center. We have one more series to sing at the club house on Friday, and then we will take a rest.

I am really ready for a quiet evening and an early to bed.Just listened to one of my favorite songs, Englebert Humperdick singing "The Last Waltz should last Forever". Brings back a heartfelt memory.

Jenny, I know how difficult it is to leave your father while he is still in the recovering mode, but you can just do so much, and then go back to normal living. You owe that to your hubby, and to yourself too.

Well...I must go eat and fold up my day too. I love being with you all, my cyber family. Hugs, Love and Prayers. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Gloria on July 18, 2018, 06:55:33 AM
Good morning everyone, 68°, quite a bit cooler than yesterday. For a change the weather  guessers were right about a storm. No hail here and even tornado warning up for awhile. The rain looked like it was coming down is sheets and not drops. Lot of loud booms but not much lightning. Lasted about 2 hours.

LLOYD  good luck with that radiator.

JANE  hope you slept better last night. If I am over tired I have trouble sleeping.

LARRY  I only went to an IHOP a few times. There is not one close to here.  My son grought me a few books by Louie L'Amour of the Sackett series. Some of those have been made into movies with Tom Sellick.

Have a good day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 18, 2018, 07:29:14 AM
Good Morning Everyfriend!  Today has to be better than yesterday. 

GLORIA, I did sleep better last night and I took a nice nap in the afternoon. 

I'll be off to work this morning at 10.  We had rain yesterday most of the day.  It was a nice, soft, soaking rain that we needed desperately.  Today everything looks green and smells good again.  The temps got down into the mid 50s overnight and they are only expecting a high of 82 today.  Not bad....finally.

Enjoy your day, Everyfriend!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 18, 2018, 07:43:30 AM
Gloria my friend Bob took over and got the new radiator installed. we are getting a good rain at the current time. Has raining at least 1/2 hour, a little easier now still but good. we Have several new baby calves. after the rain stops while it is still cooler I will go out and see how many. as I say God is good and he knows best what we need. Have a great day everyone.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 18, 2018, 07:54:21 AM
Good morning everyone..

I slept in again! Today is another great day, cooler ,no humidity and a light breeze blowing. Will work around the house today.

Jane, you and I had the same idea yesterday as I too had a nap...a big one at that 2 1/2 hour one for me!!

Better scoot and get ready for the day.

Enjoy your day everyone.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 18, 2018, 08:02:35 AM
well Girls you all do not have a corner on the nap deal, I sneak them often my self. Amy thanks for sending the rain on down this way we sure needed it, time to go eat morning meal, then possible nap.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 18, 2018, 10:45:07 AM
 Hi Everyone.  This day is starting out sunny and will get to about 90 degrees this afternoon with only a small chance of rain.  Our main activity for today will be going to dinner tonight at the Church.  Scott is not going to be joining us as he has to work again as they have a couple of employees on vacation.  Yesterday for lunch we did go to IHOP for the pancakes and added some sausage to go with them.  They were good and certainly filling.

Callie, those are the kind of health reports we would all like to hear. 

June, so nice you could have your lunch with Dori and the other two gals and out in the open even.  We have restaurants with outside tables but don't very often see anyone use them as it is too hot down here. 

Gloria, I saw some of the flooding pictures on the news last night.  That was a long storm.  I didn't know that Tom Sellick had made any of the Louie L'Amour movies.  He is a good actor and we have enjoyed the various parts he has played including the Blue Bloods series. 

Jane, nice to see you got a better nights sleep as that sure makes a difference.  I hope you work today won't be too hard. 

Lloyd, it sounds like Bob is a friend one wants to keep.  Glad he helped you with the radiator.  Baby calves are so cute and I remember the ones we had at the farm.

Amy, the sleeping in must have been contagious as I also slept in until 7:45 this morning and that is very unusual.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Denver on July 18, 2018, 01:42:48 PM
Good morning HELLO from Colorado. 

It is wonderful to be here and we have sure enjoyed a beautiful morning with all the doors and windows open to let in the nice fresh air. I miss not having fresh air in Arizona.  Living under a/c is not good, but in that terrible heat it is a MUST. 

Our drive went very well yesterday.....just very LONG! The scenery on the drive is amazing every time you see it, and we ALWAYS enjoy it.  We did get in a couple of pretty good down pours, but for the most part missed the worst of them.  The clouds we spectacular looking, but some so black they were frightening.  The Southwest is being blessed with the much needed moisture and we saw how much the desert had greened up in just the week.  Gloria, if your ears were burning, understand that we mentioned your name several times as we ooh’d and awed over our views. 

We had a few road construction issues, but they really did not slow us down that much.  We arrived in the driveway at 10:15 and we were both BEAT but happy to be home.  We would have stopped if we did not feel we could go on any longer.  We did stop every couple of hours to stretch our legs......and of course gas and a quick bite to eat.

A lot has been going on with Mark regarding his job, and the short story is that he is now head golf pro and GM at his current club and he and Megan are happy that no moves are going to be involved and they can start getting the nursery set up for their new bundle of joy. 

I called my dad several times yesterday to let him know how we were progressing.  He is doing so well that I do not think he is going to have more than a couple of weeks total of home PT total. He sounded great this morning and was waiting for a home health nurse to arrive.  They are all just in total amazement of how strong and capable he is at 94 years of age.  We really are very lucky in that regard. 

I wish you all a great Wednesday.

Jenny
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 18, 2018, 02:35:08 PM
Home from work...tired....gonna see what the world looks like from inside my eyelids!  Later friends!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Cottoncandy on July 18, 2018, 02:44:40 PM
Thank you Larry...for the kind invite...CC
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 18, 2018, 03:07:43 PM
Today’s Encouraging Thought…
Jul
18
God loves us as we are, not as we should be. Nobody is as they should be…that is why we need Him so. God’s light shines the brightest as we love others who are also not as they should be. By this, some may see and desire a relationship with our God of Love too!

Gloria, I envy you the weather you had. I love those harsh storms, as long as they don't damage anything or anyone.

Janie we are having the same "nothing" temps. 82 for  high down to 70 at night.

Larry , I never sleep "in" any more; My nurse is hear with my first medications at 6 a.m., then I spend a good half hour in exercise, then 20 min. on the breathing machine, then close to an hour on 'Bible and related books. 'then I have  a light breakfast at home, then get cleaned up, ready for the day and on for daily scheduled program. So after another hour of lunch with friends I am ready for book and nap.

Jenny, I am glad you are home and enjoying nice weather. I am so happy for your D
ad..he encourages  me as I am now 93 and a half…..looking forward to our shared birth date in Nov.

time to go to lunch….June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lindancer on July 18, 2018, 03:34:53 PM
Good afternoon, lots cooler today,low humidity. Yesterday ABC's  weather at 4 said Riverhead was going to get a big downpour at 5PM, for a change it was right on the dote lasted about half hour, we really needed that rain

Gloria, I just wrote what a big rain, the weatherman did show a big funnel cloud over Brooklyn. Tomorrow I finally go see the surgeon in Hampton Bays,  I had a choice I could see him next Monday in Riverhead or tomorrow in another town. I had to cancel my Red  Hat luncheon at Jerry and the Mermaids

Jenning glad to see you are home safe and sound. Does The nurse come in every day?  Minecame for 3 weeks, would have come longer if needed.

June, glad to see you up and about. I like the songs Englebert sings.  I went to one of his shows years ago

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Denver on July 18, 2018, 04:09:11 PM
GLORIA de, my dad currently has...

occupational therapist, that will see him today and 3 more times

wound care nurse to dress the bed sore, that will only come one more time tomorrow.  It looks great. 

Physical therapist, there yesterday and will come 3 more times

This is what is the current plan.  I think they all feel comfortable that he can then continue on his own.   He returns to the surgeon in 3 weeks for them to X-ray and let him know what restrictions he will need from then on.  Over all, it was about a two week period of home health care and I think that is about all he will require.  Diane is there, however she is very limited in what she can do to help him, and they are well aware of her restrictions.  I felt they were a bit slow in getting started, as no one came to help him showere or tell/show him HOW he should do it.  My Bob got the shower all set up for him with hand held shower, seat, mats and grab bars AND he showered him two times, bless his heart.  Not many son-in-laws would step up to the plate and do that!  I know his own son would not have done that!  Now today the OP therapist is coming to do it for the first time. 

I hope you are getting in to see about the hematoma and it is not as bad for you.  Take care! 

JUNE, we WILL celebrate our shared Birthday again this year and hopefully more to come.  I know you have been so capable as well, like my dad, but when the body parts do not cooperate there is not much more you can do and I think you do your best to keep getting around.  Nice you and friends got to have lunch with Your Dori. 

LARRY, glad you got to take part in the 60 cent pancakes at IHOP yesterday...we passed several of them and ever time I would say I wish we had time to stop for pancakes! 

COTTON CANDY, I, too, hope you will join in and let us all get to know you. 

We are off to the store to get some food in the house.

JANE, you get rested up....you sound exhausted. 


Jenny

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 18, 2018, 05:34:00 PM
Jenny, I am so pleased to hear how well your father is doing.  I don't want to upset you but my father was the same and because he was alone after all the help from PT, OT, etc., ended, he slipped into just sitting, his muscles shriveled up and a year or so later, was
helpless, had to be lifted in & out of a wheelchair.  Broke my heart.  I hope Diane is strong enough to keep him strong, make him work those muscles and continue exercises. We all thought Dad would be back to his old self and in spite of my brother & sister visiting him every day, they didn't insist he do the exercises and did everything for him.  Lesson learned, no easy way to keep strong, but we must. After all your "repairs", Jenny, I'm sure you know this and also know all you can do is encourage.  I hope by knowing that Diane needs him, he will choose to stay strong.  God Bless... tell him we are all rooting for him!

Gloria de..... I don't know if I've posted since you explained about your recent problems.... but you do have my sincere sympathy for the pain and distress of each day.  You have a great attitude and outlook, an inspiration for sure.

Larry, yesterday I visited with a "greeter" at Sam's Club, he was upset about calling Uber to go to the airport for "stand by", plane was full so called for Uber to take him home..... the price was double what he paid to go, same distance.  Are prices set by each driver or set fees?  He said he objected but didn't do any good.  Are you allowed to ask for a particular driver each time?  Reason I ask is we never know when we will need rides, we had a scary cab ride once, I would have not gotten in the vehicle if Cas had not been along... don't remember the city, but needed to be at the airport without delay.  A very dirty cab, smelled awful, but the driver smelled worse (of booze).  I don't think I've been in a cab since. I'm sure your son is a very considerate driver & has me thinking....

I didn't sleep in this morning, woke up at 5:00, lay in bed until near 6:00, fed cats & myself, sprayed myself for bugs & out working in the yard until about 10:30.  After a shower & washing my hair, we all ate again and I tried to nap but didn't succeed.  Still have more yard work to do in the morning, more "cuttings" to get into the dumpster before the mower comes.  The humidity is so high it's hard to stay out very long... sweat was dripping off my face.  I'd love to find a husband/wife team that could just do jobs we always did ourselves.... Anyone I've talked to gets a glaze over their eyes & prices start going up before they open their mouth.  Can't get a price per hour & know for a fact that people that worked for my daughter started racking up prices as they worked, every movement was an extra cost.  I hate being taken advantage of... & had it happen more than once this summer already.  Whine-whine....

Time to eat & feed cats again, I'd love to have a little shower (or big one) to cool things down.  I was moaning about my electric bill until talking to the lady across the fence this morning.... my bill was half what hers is (about same size houses) & we had our thermostats set on the same.  These extra heavy, dark tinted storm windows do help.... but 4 people in their house coming & going so that makes a difference.  I did change all my lights to LED after Cas died and noticed a big difference doing that.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 18, 2018, 05:53:34 PM
Hahaha.... I think I may have not posted "the rest of the story".... phone rang & I was doing the copy & paste & rushed.... nothing important & that was loooong enough anyway....   :uglystupid2:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 18, 2018, 06:53:46 PM
Well, it's official!  I've become a "lie-about".  AllI do is lie about and do nothing!  I sure hope tomorrow is more productive than today was!  I sure don't see how it could become less productive.

When I had one of my knee surgeries, it was mid-winter and my daughter was concerned that I'd get cold just sitting around. (she knows I keep the thermostat kind of low).  So she sent me a thermal blanket with a fuzzy side and a smooth side from LLBean.  I love it but if you ever get one, be aware.  When they sew those two sides together, they stuff them full of zzzzs and there's no way they can get out unless they're touching skin.  and when they touch skin, it's lethal.  YOU SLEEP!  Resistance is futile!  Maybe I should take it to bed with me at night?

I've slept, fed the dogs and myself, answered some messages, filled out a survey for my personal care clinic and if there was something hollering for doing, I might even do it.  You notice I said "might"!

Cotton Candy...welcome.  We're a loving, helping, understanding, sharing, caring and sometimes rather crazy lot.  Join us!  We love newcomers!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 18, 2018, 08:15:12 PM
Shirley, re Uber rates - if an area is busy, they have surges.  Probably when the Sam's greeter called Uber, it was from home and in a low surge area, but when he called them from the airport, things were busy, therefore in a high surge area.  Tom occasionally drives for Uber and they have days and/or nights that are more busy than others.  Especially after a concert or like activity, rates will be higher.  There are times when things are dead and rates are too.  If you see the greeter again, you can explain it to him - and it's perfectly fair.

Tom had a birthday Monday and he's been celebrating ever since.  Tonight we went to Dot's for supper.  Tom does most of the cooking here so I know it was nice for him to get a home cooked meal that someone else cooked.  Tomorrow we will go to Jan's for another birthday celebration.  I am sure he'll have something to do on Friday too.  As I recall, my birthday was celebrated on the installment plan too.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 18, 2018, 09:13:17 PM
Had a busy day. A few years back I would have considered it a boring day. What a difference a few years makes when you get in the 90's.

Went down for Bible study, back to go for lunch, home to rest and read, eyes closed for about half an hour, then down for book signing and purchase from our former Pastor. Then home all worn out. I have a light supper in the microwave and then I am through for the day. Tomorrow will be a "do nothing" outside the house. Inside my plants are saying, "'WATER ME !"

Now I am going to eat some supper and close down the computer, read and sleep. Good night dear hearts, my Love,hugs and prayers are coming out to you all. June










Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 19, 2018, 07:03:54 AM
Good morning everyone..

Another lovely cool morning here! No or very little humidity for now. Yesterday was a bonus day for me, I finally got the bathroom walls, windows washed down and the floor also. No nap either!!

Crow was hollering for his/their breakfast so they have been fed.

It won't be long till we will have fresh beans, they are starting to grow now and the peas are starting to fill up. Every time I head to the garden Golden girl is right behind me, she is also looking for beans!! She loves the fresh beans as much as we do.


Larry,is IHOP like a Wendy's?  Didn't  sleep in this morning but not promising not to do it again :)


Jane, hope you got some much needed sleep. Running on empty is not good. Cherries here are not that great yet but I hope to can some when they taste like cherries .


June, I think you are amazing in what you do. You not only lift our spirits in here but in your home too.

Shirley,I hope you find someone to help you. Sure would make life a bit easier on you.

Jenny, your Dad is doing great, hope he keeps up the good work.

Lloyd, that was so nice of Bob to help you with the radiator...hope you can relax a bit now.


Gloria, where are you??


Linedancer yesterday one neighbour was cleaning up the 3-4 trees that fell across his sheds. Other neighbour still has a big poplar in his back yard all from that storm that went through here.

Cotton Candy, please join in, as others have said this is a great group. When I was at the dairy the other day,one lady was telling me they now have a new ice cream and it is very good...….Cotton Candy was the flavour!


Better get a move on it.

Enjoy your day everyone.




Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 19, 2018, 07:40:03 AM
Good Morning Everyfriend!  Our morning is kind of like Amy's....low temp54 when I got up 58 right now...low humidity...sunshine.   Temps are headed for the low 80s.  I can live with that.

I actually feel like doing something today!  I wonder what it should be.  My daughter and granddaughter are coming Saturday, Maybe I should clean up and prepare. 

The one thing my parents would splurge on at the county fair when we were little was a big cone of cotton candy.,,,only one and my sister and I had to share it but it was a real treat for us!  That brought back a memory.  Thanks!

Guess I'll get on with my computer stuff this morning and then try moving around a bit later.  Amy made me tired with her wall washing, etc.  But that's the kind of tired that doesn't last.  I'll get over it.

Enjoy your day, Everyfriend!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Gloria on July 19, 2018, 08:38:43 AM
Good morning everyone, 53° , amd a wonderful day in start to the day. Weathe rman said it feel like fall. Now that is my kind of day. My #1 DIL-I always said she was the second daughter I wanted-called me last night and asked if I wold like to go shopping today. I said YES. I have been wanting some things for awhile and will be able to get them today.

JANE  glad you had a good sleep Tuesday night. That is like me when I have a sleepless night, so tir ed that when I finally get to sleep I can sleep 9 or 10 hours without moving.  Of course I am stiff when I get up but feel rested.  Yesterday a high moved in with the wind co‌ming from the north west from Canada.  Love it.

AMY  thanks for sendingus the cool air and low hummidity.

LARRY  Tom Sellick played the oldest of the Sackett brothers in a few of the movies.

JENNY  so that is why my ear s qwere burning yesterday. You sure do know me and how much I love western views. Nothing like that here. When my western family took me to Arizona I was fascinated with all the differ ent scenery. Wonderfyl for Mark and Megan.

JUNE  we had tornado warnings here with that storm and there was one  just over the border  in Conn.

GLORIA de  the weatherpeople here were on time with the storm here, too.

Better get a move on to be ready for my DIL. Have a great day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 19, 2018, 09:22:17 AM
 Hi Everyone.  We are expecting to get to only 85 degrees this afternoon and a 50% chance of more rain.  Everything is very green here at the moment.  The only thing on my schedule for today is to pick up my friend and we will go to coffee for an hour.  Then I plan on a quiet day.  I was tried all day yesterday and today seems to be starting the same.  Late yesterday morning Scott came out for a little while as he had to work last night.  While he was here he got his mother's printer going again. 

Pat and I went to the dinner at the Church last evening and had forgotten it started at 6 pm rather than 5:30 as usual.  One of the families that sit at our table had forgotten also so we had a nice change to just sit and visit.  We had a good meal and following that the 40 teens and adults that worked on the mission project here this week stood in front of the group and a member from each team discussed what they have and will continue to do to work on the four homes.  There was no charge for the dinner and the folks in attendance were asked to donate toward needs for the homes that the money United Way had provided didn't cover or couldn't be used for.  One of the needs was a window air conditioner.  They had already had donated a stove and four new mattresses.  They had a list of things for each house they would like to have and people could sign up to donate towels and other like items as several of the bathrooms were being worked on.  It was a very nice evening. 

My new corkscrew came in the mail yesterday so I decided to open the bottle of wine and have a sherry size glass of it.  I found out I had no clue as to how to use the corkscrew.  However, I did a search and found a video of the exact item being demonstrated and it showed how the tool was to be used.  So I got the bottle open and had the wine. 

I am soon going to run out of time this morning before I need to leave so will try to be briefer than usual and perhaps won't address each person who has left a posting since I was here yesterday. 

Jenny, glad you are safely home and had a nice drive back.  Congratulations to Mark and his new job as the head golf pro and GM.  He certainly has been advancing quickly.  Maybe they will be able to settle in and stay there a long while.  Glad your dad is doing so well. 

June, thanks for sharing those devotional thoughts.  I don't think I would like to have someone waking me each morning at 6 am.

Shirley, I am glad Mary Ann explained about the Uber charges as I have no knowledge of the subject and have never used that service. 

Jane, nice to read you are feeling better today.  I just can't picture you as being a "lie about" as one day sure don't make you so. I only had cotton candy a few times as I was growing up and loved it.  I have had it a time or two as an adult and it is still good.

Gloria, glad you are getting to go shopping with your DIL today. 

Amy, do you feed the crows?  Your speaking of fresh beans and peas brings back many memories of my mother and grandmother sitting out on our front porch in the morning shelling peas or breaking green beans.  Mother always called a lot of green beans.  My grandmother made the best green beans I have ever eaten as they were fixed with bacon grease and or so good.  No, IHOP isn't like Wendy's and is not a fast food restaurant.  They stay open 24 hours a day and feature a big breakfast menu and then a full menu of lunch and dinner items.  I think they are noted for their large servings.  I have always enjoyed their food. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Carol on July 19, 2018, 10:02:48 AM
Another hot day for a stretch here and the nights have been hot too.  We need a "norther" as Texans would say.

Cotton Candy:  We lived in Plano for 9 years having been transferred from a town of 500 in Minnesota to Texas.  All four children graduated from Plano high and also Texas universitiys.  Are you in that area?  Thank you for the Blessing you send out on you name.

Gloria:  I jumped with joy over the house cleaning help!  It is too pricey but sure was a treat.

Jenny:  Glad to see you home and your dad is so much better.  Your Bob is a gem!!! It sure is different this summer with so many hot nights.  Did you hear that West Nile Virus in near the Fort?  It could be here too with that ravine.  Take care.  I am so glad that Mark & family did not have fire damage. 

Larry:  That is a such a practical gift - helping fix some homes. 



Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 19, 2018, 10:26:44 AM
It's cooler to start out here today too but I imagine we will be in the high 80s and that's not so cool.  We may get rain tomorrow night or Saturday and Tom just told me his high school class will be gathering outside tomorrow night and while he would welcome the rain, he's just as soon it delay a bit.  We need rain badly as our beautiful green lawns are getting brown, which is not beautiful!

I forgot to mention in telling about Uber that the prices within a surge differ with how busy the area is.  Usually there is more activity downtown and at the airport so when it is very busy, the surge price goes up. 

The mowers are here today; they come every Thursday.  We've had the same crew for years and they do a good job. 

We ate at Dot's last night and tonight we'll be at Jan's  and next week at Annie's, all to celebrate Tom's 61st birthday.  I think he'll be finished celebrating by then. 

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 19, 2018, 01:48:19 PM
Mary Ann, thanks for the info about Uber prices....I'll pass it on to the greeter next time I see him.  Wish Tom a very Happy Birthday for me (from me?)...

So hot today I'm shut in for the rest of the day, last report was "feels like 104".... heat index alert.

Larry, just curious.... if the Dr recommends wine, why not pure grape juice?  I'm a fan of Welch's 100% grape juice but can not drink red wine.... something in it makes me feel like I am smothering, choking.  I can drink white or rose' wine, only red is a problem.

Cotton Candy, I've run across you before & trying to figure just where... maybe a photography site other than this?  Maybe over in Photos here.........  I agree with all the others, this really is a good place to stop & talk things over...and I also love the memory of eating cotton candy at the MO State Fair. 

Gloria, my daughter headed out this morning for AZ a "class reunion" with her husband's .."American School" graduation class. He grew up all over the world attending classes so a reunion brings people from everywhere.  I envy them the cooler nights, she has been watching their temps & it's about 7,000' & much cooler than where they live. She promised photos so hope they get out & not just "city" pics. 

Jane, I bought all of my greats those fuzzy blankets for Christmas a year ago... was told they loved them. Got myself one & the cats were thrilled with it.  I gave up & put it on the bed in the RV, for them ... I'm sure not a plush as yours, the ones I got were from Sam's Club.... but much thicker than any I had seen before. 

I need a nap.  Hate to even do laundry with the heat & power usage, don't need any black or brown outs!  I stayed up late one night to do laundry so guess that will happen again or I'll run out of clothes!  Be COOL~~


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: CallieOK on July 19, 2018, 03:01:21 PM
 Good afternoon.. Im on my tablet so typing errors may be interesting.

Shirley,,  we're supposed to get to 104 air temperature today and 107 tomorrow.  There's enougb humodity that it will feel as much as 10 degrees hotter.

I woke up 2 hours earlier than usual and was "rarin' to go".  By 10:00 I had  run the flowerbed sprinkler, hose watered all the pots, cleaned and refilled the birdbath, washed the hummingbird feeder,  made syrup for it, done a load of laundry and gone around the block to Braum's and Walgreen's.
Just reading that makes me tired.ðŸ™,,

Welcome, Cotton Candy.  Nice to be the "middleman"..(.."middlewoman" ðŸ˜'?) between you and Shirley.

Wishing Everyfriend Everywhere an Enjoyable Day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 19, 2018, 03:17:15 PM
QUESTION!  Does anyone have Dental Insurance that really works for stuff other than maintenance? 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Cottoncandy on July 19, 2018, 04:11:05 PM
Thanks everyone for the invite...I lost my husband of 54 years 5 years ago..it's fun to connect with others in different parts of the country..and read how different..yet the same in many instances...I live in what's called the hill country of Texas...very small town...40 miles to closest hospital...the rivers and mountains are beautiful..but right now we are having 100 plus temps and really need rain..I guess some would say I live a boring life....but I'm happy and at peace....Have a great rest of the day to anyone reading...CC
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 19, 2018, 04:40:05 PM
Hi CottonCandy, My daughter lives in Allen, TX.  That's (I think) 5 suburbs north out of Dallas.  I spent 7 summers there watching the girls right after they moved there.  I really don't like the traffic but where they actually lived, it was pretty quiet. 

I like where I am...unless I have to go somewhere.  You've heard the expression, "you can't get there from here".  Well, they meant my home town.  We do have a hospital practically in my backyard and a major medical center about 10 miles away but the nearest major airport is about a 3 hour drive.  Not so convenient!

Keep coming back and tell us more!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: CallieOK on July 19, 2018, 04:44:11 PM
Cotton Candy, are you in the "hill country" around San Marcos/New Braunfels?  I love that area.    Took my granddaughter to an Intergenerational Elderhostel at Canyon Oaks Ranch near Kimberley when she was 9 (she's now 23).  It was lots of fun.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 19, 2018, 05:48:11 PM
boy we are relay getting the weather all around us today. whiteman airforce base had seventy eight MPH wend.  Oak Grove MO. had softball size hail. that is a;; eighteen or so miles on two defferant sides of us. is cloudy and thunder and lighten all around us still. I am making home Made ice Cream. wish you were here.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 19, 2018, 05:49:06 PM
Welcome Cotton Candy. I am so glad you decided to join the "family" here. This member is taking the day off. It has been a busy week, so I am resting. The Red Hatters will be singing again tomorrow at 10 a.m..

My plants were happy to get their weekly watering....three days late, other than that I have had my shower, stayed in "at home" clothing, read and slept. Just had a light late lunch, so I am really at ease today.

Gloria..glad you had a day of shopping...good for You girl.

Thinking of our Gloria de, and pray all is going well with her.

I wish Bubble could post some news to us of her dear friend.

Off I go.......June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 19, 2018, 06:16:13 PM
See what you started, CC?  I had a friend that owned one of the "week end" houses, they invested is the most unusual places, but
I did learn about them... Fredericksburg?  We spent a week in Horse Shoe Bay... sp?, many years ago.  Another lady invited to the same event & I checked out the antique stores and I actually took a trail ride with some of the other ladies.  Loved the conventions in San Antonio but best of all, they were held during bluebonnet season.  My camera was hardly off as we drove down the highway, but I never did get good close ups of them or the red Indian paintbrush.  Guess I need to go back!

June, you reminded me that my plants were also begging for water. Job taken care of.  I only have 3 pots & because of my dark tinted storm windows, poor plants suffer from lack of sun & often lack of water.  How they survive, I don't know, kind of pitiful looking.

Lloyd, so far this year we have missed the hail... plenty of wind.  Had a "pop up" shower a couple days ago when clouds just opened over my house & dumped & the wind looked like it was going to break every tree limb off... few minutes & it was gone.  No damage  in my yard.  Love the chair you made & curious if you had a pattern.  My husband was always building something, one son is following in his footsteps (when he has time).  Guess that storm went on to Sedalia, still have lots of nieces & nephews living there.

Jane, we never had dental insurance.... thank goodness we had good coverage when we had all the heart operations!  Good thoughts for you. 

Time to think about what to eat (again).  Got a tomato & some bacon, start with that~~   guess I will be doing laundry most of the night....


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lindancer on July 19, 2018, 07:59:03 PM
Good evening, beautiful comfortable day

June, I did see a surgeon to day, and he did a small procedure to day, and my leg is really throbbing. I have to go back Monday So much fun getting old isn't it

Shirley,I try to keep up with watering of plants.  I have two plants the that need repotting .  they are both what I call sentimental plants The Peace Lily Mark gave me over 35 years ago, and a small Christmas tree we got 20 years ago, it came in a little 2 inch pot, I now have it in a large pot, which it is out growing, it has grown wide and about 7 inch high

I also say Welcome Cotton Candy

Callie, what do you put in your feeder. I have one but never used it

Carol, when we get Nor'easter we get the rain and wind here on Eastern Long Island
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: CallieOK on July 19, 2018, 08:29:12 PM
Lindancer,  I make a syrup of one part sugar and 4 parts water.    My feeder holds about 2 cups so I use a half cup measure - one of sugar and 4 of water. Let simmer for 5 minutes and cool.
"They" say you don't need to tint it red but I do a little bit because that helps me tell when it's empty.
Not sure how many hummers come but I have to fill it about once a week.
Have never figured out how to keep the ants from getting in, though.

Shirley, I would have helped you with that tomato and bacon!!!!!

#1 son posted a picture of his dashboard thermometer as he was driving home after work.  It read 113 degrees!  I hope that was outside - not in his car!!!!!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 19, 2018, 09:14:31 PM
Gloria de, I was told by a nurse after I had thyroid surgery, that if we have pain after a treatment we cannot heal as quickly as we do if we are given pain killers of one kind or another. I firmly believe she was correct. The body can relax with a pain killer...be it something easy like Tylenol or with serious pain an injection of some kind. Treating us for something and then shuttle us out with nothing but a new appointment is NOT doctoring in my estimation.

I have an Apt. with a section that is all windows. That is where I have my low bookcases and my plants. It faces East. I have Geraniums, Ivy, delicate bamboo, and african violets. One main Violet and six starters that I talk to and tell them to take root and grow into blooming plants. All the windows have venition blinds so I can easily adjust to their needs. My computer desk takes up one end of this room, so the blinds are essential.

Time to go fix up some light supper....I have really relaxed all day today. Haven't been outside once, but  I did walk the hallways.

Have a goodnight my dear hearts. I love you much. June    :smitten:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 19, 2018, 09:18:08 PM
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Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 19, 2018, 09:19:47 PM
Bubble, can you open this for me?
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 19, 2018, 09:34:59 PM
Wish you had been here to share the bacon & tomato sandwich, Callie.  It tasted so good, plenty of tomato & bacon so when I finished off the first half I decided I'd better toast another slice of bread to make it all come out even.   ;D   Forced myself to use the Oatnut for this half, (I love bread & had indulged myself with a "buttertop" that is going too fast).... and after putting it in the toaster looked back at my plate & saw I had not eaten the other half.  I was more than full but still had room for a "Ding-dong" & cup of coffee.  Staying inside.... too close to the kitchen is putting on some extra inches, my comfy clothes are getting snug.

Gloria de.... my plants all need to be repotted...an outside job so will wait until cooler weather.  I saw while ago that our feels like was 107... takes your breath away just to step outside. 

Poor CallieCat insists on staying in the garage & it is like an oven.  I leave a door open for her to get out during the day but can't at night.... opossum, skunks & raccoons come in for the dry cat food. She comes inside to eat with her kids 4 times a day & runs to which ever door she wants to go out, pool area, front door or garage. One time I got her to stay in for a few minutes, she even sat on the couch when I lifted her on it (keep a sheet over it) but couldn't relax so I let her out.

Just had a thunder boomer go over.... lighting but no rain.  Seems to be over.  Tom came in but Tiger refused.  He is hiding in the hall, terrified of storms.

Got to start the laundry so sweet dreams to all and God Bless.... Shirley
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 19, 2018, 10:21:04 PM
SHIRLEY, STARTING the laundry NOW?  When do you sleep.  Or are you programmed not to sleep?

I, for one, am going to bed right now.  I have to be perky and behind my counter tomorrow morning and it's not getting any easier!  Good night Everyfriend and may God bless us, every one!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 20, 2018, 12:01:58 AM
Nope, Janie, been napping all day because I knew I needed to use all this electricity when AC is not running constantly.  Son said they actually had some "brown outs" today... we didn't or I'd be resetting all those clocks~~  I had to get up early to take care of things in the yard before the lawn guy came.... bless his heart, a fireman that mows when off duty. He went to school with my gr-daughter & her husband & seems all those long time friends had kids about the same time & have remained friends. Afraid I am never perky when waking up to 75+ heat.   :crazy2:

Lightning off to the south, maybe on down to Callie?  We didn't get a drop today so will need to water tomorrow.  Wind & heat is taking a toll on plants & trees as well as grass. 

Last load in the dryer right now, sheets back on the bed, soon as the dryer stops I am going to make sure those sheets smell good. I would love a nice day & clothesline to hang those sheets out like you do, Amy.... they really do smell go then! 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 20, 2018, 07:07:00 AM
Well, I hope Shirley's snoring.  I slept better last night than I have in a long time! Got up once and staggered into the bathroom and back but went right back to sleep.  Even the dogs didn't budge when I moved.

Didn't say it before but I wish you all a Good Morning and a good rest of the day.  I'll be off to keep my spot at Wally World this morning and I pray for short lines and happy people....and the fast passing of time.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 20, 2018, 07:18:12 AM
Good morning everyone..

Another lovely day here...temp is 50 and no humidity!!  I know it will climb today but I am enjoying this now :)


Finished a camp quilt yesterday and started another one, may get that one done today leaving only one more to do. Need to go into town to pick up meds, over to sister in laws to visit her for a bit then to the garage for him to check why my check oil light comes on.

Shirley, I love the bedding on the line especially in winter. They will freeze stiff at times but during the day they dry out nice.

Lindancer, if you have a Home Depot near they will repot your plants for you.

Larry, thank you for explaining IHOP for me. I also like bacon in my beans ,will cook some up cut into pieces and mix in the green beans with a bit of the bacon grease...….yum!!My Dad and I also liked bread fried in bacon grease and I am sure the Drs would shudder if they were told that!


Gloria, hope you enjoyed your day out. Today you can rest from it.


Jane have a great day at work,lots of smiles and a short line .

I had better boogie and get ready for the day.

Enjoy your day everyone.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 20, 2018, 07:38:37 AM
JaneS well reading between the lines maybe you should do like they are telling us to do, retire and enjoy Life. something to think about. we are going to sell out and retain life time rights for the house as long as we live. will keep cattle and equipment as long as we either are alive and have say as to what to do with it. we had a new furnace and AC installed more efficient ones. old AC sprang a leak and let the coolant out. all the inside part is done rain kept them from setting outside unit yesterday. supposed to only take about one hour or less to set outside unit and  charge it today. not cheep but says it will pay for its self in a year or less as well as be more comfortable. Have a great day.

Lloyd

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 20, 2018, 09:35:46 AM
 Hi Everyone. The morning starts out overcast with possible showers later today.  The lawn people started working in our neighborhood around 7 am this morning and mowed our backyard around 7:45.  They seem to be way behind this week as they are suppose to do the lawn on Tuesday and Wednesdays.  Not life's biggest problem. I didn't a  accomplish anything yesterday other than to do quite a bit of reading and listening to the audio book.  Other than going to coffee I stayed home all day and I think today I will probably stay home all day as still have no energy.  I do have the dishwasher emptied and dishes put away and things set out for Pat's breakfast when she gets up.  I did dig in the freezer and found the tilapia fillets that she plans to fix for our evening meal.   

I bet you all wondered what my mother "called" her green beans.  That should have been canned. 

Carol, nice to see you had good housekeeping help.  Maybe you could drop a hint to your family that some certificates for housecleaning would make and excellent gift.  We are very fortunate to have a very good housekeeper and I am thinking that after the first of the the year a small raise would be in order for her as she has been working for us for over 3 years now. To us it is worth every penny we pay her as she is always here on time and does a really good job and is always asking if there are any special things that need to be done that Pat has on her list. 

Mary Ann, you all must be a lot dryer than we have been this year as everything is nice and green.  We had a couple of short showers yesterday afternoon and a chance for more today and tomorrow. 

Shirley, glad you stayed in with it being so hot in your area.  It was very humid here yesterday but really not as hot getting only to about 85.  I don't know why the wine rather than grape juice.  I had a bad experience with my second glass last evening as had taken only a couple of small sips when I picked up my water glass and accidentally knocked over the wine glass.  I will use the little Sherry glass for measuring but then either drink it down like a dose of medicine or put it into a different glass as it created quite a mess.  I wasn't a happy camper and didn't refill it.  I like grape juice and often get the cranberry/grape combination drink as have a small glass of juice with my breakfast each morning that has cranberry in it with usually something else like grape or raspberry.  Hope your daughter and SIL have a great time at the class reunion. 

Callie, you had some day yesterday and all of that by 10 am.  It sounds like you didn't leave anything to be done today.  :)  Are Elderhostels still being conducted.  I know we had several of our regular posters here who attended them and really enjoyed them. 

Lloyd, hope all of the storms missed you.  Wish I lived closer to you as would try to get an invitation for some of that homemade ice cream.  That seems to be becoming a lost art.  Do you have an electric ice cream freezer?  What flavor did you make. Hope you get your new AC installed quickly as one needs it this time of the year.   

June, nice to see you had a "day of ease" yesterday and did just what you wanted to do.  You have quite the array of plants and it sounds like they get a lot of light.  Pat has a couple of house plants that dearly love this house as we have a lot of light especially in the mornings.  In the afternoon I have to close the blinds as the light shines right into my eyes when I sit in my easy chair. 

Amy, those days or times of the day when the humidity is low are really enjoyable and a morning starting out at 50 degrees is something in July that we never have here.  Are you familar with a quilting site and company run by two sisters?  One lives in Florida and the other in Europe somewhere.  Pat just ordered some fabric from them that has lilacs on it.  She has gotten material from them at least once before and was very pleased with the fine quality. If that doesn't ring a bell with you I will ask Pat the name of the company and let you know.  When we were growing up no one worried about grease in their cooking.  We had a lot of slab meat for breakfast, which I never liked as it was just uncured bacon. 

Jane, years ago we tried dental insurance but had it for just one year.  It required we go to one of their approved dentists and really didn't pay that much.  I can't remember how much it might have helped with non-maintenance things. 

Cottoncandy, now nice to see your posting from yesterday and to get to know some about you.  My wife and I just celebrated our 56th wedding anniversary earlier this month.  I think our life is boring only if we let it be and it sounds like you are not one of those persons.  May we just call you CC in our postings? 



Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Gloria on July 20, 2018, 10:19:41 AM
I have been using notepad to write in for a long time. Don't know what happened but  all of a sudden every thing I wrote disappeared. Am not going to start over. Have a good day and stay cool.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: roley on July 20, 2018, 10:37:32 AM
G'Day all.
Sorry missed your call Lloyd, hope your new A/C is keeping you cooler now, it's very 'muggy' here toda and the forecasters are saying we have a storm on the way, feels like it too !, we have no need for A/C but, if this year is anything to go by,then perhaps we may have to think of that in the future !, i'll keep a look-out for you tomorrow Lloyd, usual time if I can ! lol.....

Had a nice surprise this morning, only 10-30am and a Fox came into my back garden, sat down on the lawn and just stared at me , these urban Foxes are quite brazen, he sat there for about 15 minutes, stood up, had a last look then jumped the fence, one of my neighbours keeps racing pigeons, so i had to warn him a Fox was around, a shame your not nearer Lloyd, i'm sure you would have solved that little problem, lol.
Well,the sky is beginning to cloud over and the Gulls are starting to come inland so it is beginning to look as if we are in for some rain this evening !, so i'll wish you all a good day and hope you all have the weather that suits you best !.
                                                                   Cheerio for now.  Roley.               
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 20, 2018, 10:43:01 AM
We had a short rain last night and probably will have more today.  While I heated water for my coffee, I let the cat out on the front stoop and he didn't know what to do because the quack grass he wanted to eat was wet and he didn't want to walk on it.  He finally found some he could reach from the porch.  He probably remembered the time I forgot he was outside and we had a downpour and he was drenched.  And, yes, Larry, things are quite brown.  We have a sprinkling system but I think some parts aren't working.  I think the various heads work every other day or night, but with the heat, it hasn't been too beneficial.

It was 65 degrees at 8 am when I rolled out of bed this morning.  At 10:30, it is now 70 degrees and unless we have a hard rain, we will get to 80 - 85 at least. 

Lloyd, I'd love a dish of your homemade ice cream.  When I was young, we used to make it - or I should say - my dad used to make it.  We loved it.

Amy, I don't believe I saw this in print, but IHOP is International House of Pancakes.  Now that they've changed to IHOB, I don't remember what the B stands for.  If our rain goes your way, you may get it in a day or two.

It must be breezy at Grand Haven as there are whitecaps on the lake. 

Now I'll see what mischief I can get into.

Mary Ann


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Denver on July 20, 2018, 11:00:15 AM
A good Friday HELLO to EVERYFRIEND.

I noticed I must not have posted my post yesterday, and again it is not here.  GLORIA, I see you had a mishap as well.  I am sorry as I always enjoy what ever you have to say! 

I really enjoyed reading all of the posts this morning.  It feels good to just be able to sit here and drink my coffee and read what you all are up to. 

SHIRLEY, I have been watching the weather and seeing how HOT you are there in Witchata......and you, CALLIE, in OK.  As CAROL said, we have not been cooling off as much here in the evenings like we normally do, so we had to run the a/c all night.  This morning, I noticed it was cooler so I opened the doors and windows as fast as I could to ge some fresh air through here. 

My friend, Patti, is in town from Wyoming again, so we will be going out to breakfast in a couple of hours and enjoying some special time together. 

SHIRLEY, I am debating if I should share your dad’s story with my dad or not.  I want to, so will decide when it would be appropriate.  That is very sad that he he went down hill so quickly after doing so well. My mouth is watering just thinking about that bacon and tomato sandwich.  Then, it watered some more as I read about LLOYD making home made ice cream! 

AMY, AMY.....if only I could be more like you......(and Shirley, and Janie).  You girls just amaze me how much you do!  Just the thought of fresh green beans and peas sounds so delightful.  We were talking yesterday about how we wish we could find a REAL farmer’s market to buy fresh produce.....if only we lived more north and east, I know we could.  Much of the stuff I see at our local farmers markets just doesn’t do it for me. 

AMY, have you harvested your radishes yet?  IF so, have you tried them fried yet?  I do miss having a garden.  We have tried doing things on pots on the patio and they just do not do that well....things need to be in the ground. 

GLORIA de, I hope you are doing better today and not in so much pain.

Oldest Son, Kurt and the two grandsons will be arriving Sunday.  They have been on a Alaskan Cruise.  DIL, Heidi’s dad hired a private “boat” and took the entire family on this cruise.  I do not know the size of the vessel, but Kurt said it had 20 suites.  They have been fishing, whale watching, seeing iceberg breaking off, seeing Moose and many other things.  What a wonderful adventure.  Kurt and the boys will be here at their mountain home in Vail for the next month.  Heidi will come for a week or so.  We hope to go up and spend a bit of time with them while they are here. 

COTTON CANDY, it is good to see your posts and to learn a bit more about you.  We have enjoyed the Hill country of Texas on a few occasions. I know it has been  hot and dry down your way as well.  Many of the storms the southwest has been receiving have been quite violent, but any moisture is so appreciated.

I guess I had best get myself ready for my adventure of the day with Patti.  I wish you all a good one. 

Jenny

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: CallieOK on July 20, 2018, 12:29:57 PM
Good Morning,

Shirley,  thunderstorms didn't come this far but the north edge of Oklahoma may have gotten some.  Weather map looked as if Miss Emily may have had some rough weather around her area.

Larry,  Elderhostel is now called "Roads Scholar".   I took each of the three Grands to a different Intergenerational one the summer after their ninth birthdays.   Special times.
I also went to 7 adult Elderhostels all around the country.  Our Jenny/Bob lived in Phoenix when I went to one there and we had a nice visit one evening.
Would liked to have gone to one in Scotland but couldn't find anyone to go with me and didn't particularly want to do that one on my own as I had the one in Phoenix and one other. I went to Europe on several tours but always had a roommate.   

#1 son coming for lunch.  Everything is "set it out and help yourself" and the rest of the day has been/will be "leisurely".

Wishing Everyfriend Everywhere an Enjoyable Day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 20, 2018, 02:37:21 PM
Oh, CALLIE, I just read about your passing up and Elderhostel in Scotland for lack of a companion.  I'm afraid to say that I did the same thing.  I picked it out because of my Scottish ancestry and I couldn't find anyone who was willing to go with me.  Must be, we didn't know one another very well when that happened.  DRAT!!!

As you all may have surmised, I'm home from work and it was exhausting!  When I have a day like this, I cast around for what I can do without if I were to retire.  I always come up with the same answer.  Move to a cave and become a hermit!  I wonder?

Not gonna do anything else today.  My daughter and granddaughter are coming tomorrow.  The beds are clean and that's all I'm doing to get ready for their visit. 

I read all the postings and I love hearing from all of you.  I'll try to come back when I have more energy to spare.  Enjoy your day!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Joy on July 20, 2018, 03:06:09 PM
Good afternoon.

I have been missing for a few days, so thought I better stop by and say "Hello"..

Have just had a lot of little things to get straightened out.  Been on the phone trying to get some appointments made and then had to go back to reschedule a couple of them.  I have a difficult time with getting transportation to so many of my appointments..   My DIL has her own business, and can usually leave pretty much when she wants to, but will people on vacation, the past couple weeks have been rough.  I have to go to a new doctor and that was a lot of rearranging days and times. 

Then, my DIL got me a new cell phone.  It is one of the new Jitterbug Smart phones.  I am still trying to figure some things out.  The instruction booklet says it can help you with whatever you need, but I had a problem that there was nothing listed for help.  Wound up calling customer service and after  a good while on the phone, hope it is settled.  I wanted to be able to text my grandchildren, and my old cell phone wasn't holding a charge very long.  I do think that I am not smart enough for a smart phone???  But, I am going to persevere with it. 

Jenny, glad to read that you are back home safe and that your Dad is going well.  I know that is a big worry on you, not being close to him.

Our weather is beautiful today with a lot lower humidity, but rain is in the forecast for almost the whole next week.   Not looking forward to that.  7 days of rain is too much for what we need right now, but Mother Nature is going to do whatever she wants to do.  Can't do anything about that.

I only skimmed over the past couple pages and it seems that most everyone is hanging in there.  Mary Ann, sounds like Tom and you have had a busy week celebrating his birthday and you were able to join in all the activities.

Have a good week end.

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 20, 2018, 05:08:54 PM
Callie and JaneS, I would have been glad to go to Scotland with either or both of you too.  I have Scots/Irish ancestry.  I was in Scotland in 2010 but I haven't been able to find my Northern Ireland and/or Scots ancestors yet.  That would not have kept me from going.  I went to Germany and Denmark in 2000 and I did see the town where my grandfather was born, and I saw some of the ancestral country, but nothing that had his name on it.  In both cases, I had a very good time and if i wasn't so old, I'd do it again.

Joy, we're not finished with Tom's birthday yet as we had to delay his celebration at Annie's last night because she found she had tickets for Jerry Seinfeld and it was necessary to change plans to next Thursday instead.  But we went to Jan's (Terry's widow) and had another good time.  I'm looking forward to seeing Jan's son and family at the end of the month.  His son is a month younger than James' twin girls.  I don't know if they'll all be able to get together, but what fun if we have three toddlers toddling around!

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 20, 2018, 05:59:39 PM
well folks we have both a hand crank and electric freezers. but only use the
electric one. you might say lazy has overtaken me. yes we have the new AC installed and working good. but am filled near up on visa card again. oh well
worth it to be comfey. have a great rest of the day.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lindancer on July 20, 2018, 08:47:06 PM
Joy, do you have a senior center near by.  My nephew does not always stay here. So I depend on my wonderful neighbors.  The senior center has a bus, that will pick you up and take you grocery shopping (carry your grocery in the house also) to the drug store, shopping centers.  Doctors appointments etc. If the bus is not available they have sent a town car for me.  The bus also has a wheelchair lift
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: roley on July 21, 2018, 04:27:57 AM
https://youtu.be/FRDFPH_wQos
Another Armchair walk,  i hope you will enjoy this short tour with a guide, this one has a surprise waiting in the Cathedral!. Well, it was for me anyway !, enjoy.

                                                                         Cheers.  Roley.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on July 21, 2018, 06:23:25 AM
What a surprise, and what a stunning cathedral - huge. There are so many  beautiful windows, one would love to examine each one in detail!
Thanks for the discovery.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 21, 2018, 07:12:31 AM
Good morning everyone...

Roley, thank you for the lovely arm chair walk!!! Love looking at old churches...such history within the walls!

Tis a beautiful morning here and soon laundry will be on the line. Yesterday I chased the dust bunnies and wash floors and cleaned some..not all windows.

I managed to get the camp quilt done and I started the last one, may get that one done and then I can take them all in with me to be quilted. These were kits ,so easy to work up and fun too.

Jenny, the radishes may be ready today and I will try them fried but to eat them raw is not going to happen, my goodness they are hot!!

Joy all these new gadgets are set to try our patience! My tablet although was charge 100% wouldn't turn on so I googled and found the answer but I still don't know why it wouldn't turn on. I am just happy it is working now.

Mary Ann, thank you, wish we had IHOP here. We need the rain ,we are under a fire ban and rightly so as everything  is tinder dry!

Larry, thank you for the link and oh my such beautiful fabric.....I really enjoyed looking at all the fabric and the backing prices are amazing!


Jane, is this a work day or can you stay at home? Notice I didn't say relax at home cuz I know better, you are always on the go!


CC, good morning to you, hope you have a wonderful day.

I had better get the laundry on the line.

Enjoy your day everyone..



Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 21, 2018, 07:18:27 AM
Good Morning Everyfriend!  I had another good night's sleep and I've reconsidered my decision to become a hermit.  I'll just keep moving along!

ROLEY, I am thoroughly enjoying your occasional tours of special places in England.  I had the pleasure of visiting England many years ago and I fell in love.  You are showing me lots of places that I missed and I love it.  Thank you!

It's still cool here...down in the low 60s overnight but will reach the mid 80s later today.  Some rain is predicted and since we are still a bit on the dry side, I'll welcome it. 

I'll be off to help a friend celebrate her 80th birthday over lunch today.  She doesn't know about it.  She thinks she's going to lunch with her family and won't be expecting friends to be there too.

Then later my daughter and granddaughter will be here for a very short visit...too short.  I love it when they take time from their busy schedules to spend some hours with me.  My daughter has a garden and is bringing me "some" cucumbers and zucchini.  I have to decide what to do with it when I see how much "some" is. 

Enjoy your day Everyfriend!  Stay cool!

P.S.  Amy beat me in this morning while I was typing.  AMY, see activities expected for today.  Also note:  a good night's sleep was had!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Gloria on July 21, 2018, 07:43:48 AM
Good morning everyone, 55° hope I have better luck today and not lose my post again. Better watch what I hit on the keyboard so I donot hit a wrong key or whatever wiped my post out. First time that happened on my notepad.

PETER  I would not make it through a summer without my
AC. Hope your storm was not a bad one.

MARY ANN  we might have a thunderstorm overnight according to local weather gal. Tomorrow the humidity returns with warmer temps again.  The B in IHPB means bur gers. I heard they have gone back to the P.

JENNY  thank you. I seem to rattle on at times, but nothing much I think after posting. We have a Farmers Market around the corner and those who have been said things are not that good and more expensive than markets. My son where I used to live goes right to the farm I always went to and gets what I want there, like their strawberries and now their blueberries are ready, soo‎n will be their tomatoes. Don't know about other states but here all seniors can get coupons for $15.00 to use at farmers markets. The farm I like accepts them, too. I have beem getting them since I moved here but they have had them longer than that. I called the farm and asked  if I signed them my son can use them for me. Since we both had been going there for years she know us and she said OK. You son and family must have enjoyed that cruise.

JANE  before I retired I would get home worn out every day. I retired the day I turned 65.

JOY  getting rides to appointments is hard at times. We do have a town car that picks seniors up for doctor's appointments but you have to call as soon as you get home to make an appointment. I have one for next year already for my eye doctor. No cost for the ride either. 2 different drivers and on Wednesday and Friday they drive a bus to go to the markets and CVS pharmacy. I tried 2 smart phones, first a Jitterbug, it now sits in the box it came in. Then I tried an iphone and tried hard with that one and it now sits in it's box. Went back to a flip-phone from Tracfone. Simple to use but do not text, does not have the full alphabet, more like a telephone with 3 letter on each button.

LLOYD  without an AC I would never survive a summer anymore.

GLORIA de  I am thankful for the town car here. The town taxes pays for the car and drivers. If they have someone in a wheelchair they use the bus instead of the car because they have the lift on the bus. My son who live a few miles from me will take me to visit the vampire next week. Then we go for breakfast. Cannot do that with the town car.

PETER  will watch your link when I post. Liked the others so I know I will enjoy this one, too. The tours you have share with us ar e great. I love the man whe describes every thing and makes it interesting.

AMY  my sons and I used to love the hot radishes. My ok=ldes son is the only one now who still likes them and hot peppers. In California it is dry most of the time so every thing is tinder dry. When the get a Santa Anna wind( a dry hor wind coming from the east from the desert and over the mountains) some of  the branches rub together and that is how some of thse horrible fires start.

JANE  my son has a lot of zucchini and when he was here last week brought me some lemon zucchini bread my DIL made, Very good and nice and moist. I made zucchini bread before but never with lemon juice in it. My daughter makes relish with it. She sent me a small jar of it several years ago and it was the best relish I ever had. My SIL will not eat anymore of the bought relish. If she doesn't watch him he would empty a pint jar of it at one meal.

I started here at 5:15 this morning. Had my coffee and my breakfast so I think it is time for me to shower and dress for the day. Keep cool.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 21, 2018, 08:23:21 AM
Gloria we must be spoiled now day's. when i was in the army and stationed at
white sands missal range it would get to 110º in the shade. did not have the humidity we now have here now. must have been tougher then,also the days I worked in front of a forge heating plow shears for sharpening and making and sharpening horse shoes. also forge welding had to get the metal almost to melting point.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 21, 2018, 09:39:21 AM
 Hi Everyone. It looks like we will be having rain on and off throughout the day and evening.  I think this going to be a good day as I felt like getting up this morning.  I had my shower and shaved and then laid back down for close to an hour and read my emails and the postings in the discussions as well as the various devotional materials I read each morning.  Then got up, got dressed, folded a some towels and other things that were in the dryer and unloaded the dishwasher.  So I was ready to sit down and have my breakfast, which I am now doing.  I plan on attending a meeting this morning and on the way home I will pick up an online grocery order from Walmart and then make a very quick stop at Aldi's for about three items.  That will be it for today.  Pat is now up so I just fixed her breakfast.  I am now hearing thunder in the background.

Roley, there is a lot of problems with foxes being rabid over here so one has to be very careful and also protect small pets. 

Mary Ann, we have made it through another week without having to water and the forecasts for next week look about like this week so maybe we will luck out and not have to water then as well.  Actually, the IHOB name change for IHOP was a trick to get publicity for the new hamburgers they are now featuring.  They have no intent on actually changing the name from IHOP.  They are running ads advising of the ploy. 

Jenny, nice to see you could slow down enough to sit and enjoy your coffee and read.  Sometimes it seems life gets pretty busy and I know that has been the situation for you all for awhile.  I hope you and Patti had a great time together.  That must have been some "boat" that the family had for the cruise. 

Callie, I wonder why they changed the name from Elderhostel although maybe they wanted to indicate it wasn't just for seniors. 

Jane, we sure don't want you to move to a cave and become a hermit.  Glad you can get revived with a good nights sleep.  Enjoy your time with your daughter and granddaughter even if the visit is short.

Joy, I don't envy you trying to juggle appointments with getting transportation.  Maybe the vacations for your DIL's staff will soon be over and she will be more available to help you get where you need to go.  I hope you like the Jitterbug Smart phone.  I looked at those for Pat but she likes to carry her phone in her pocket and I didn't think that fit the bill.  She is getting used to the iPhone she has as it is small and works well.  I bet you will master that smart phone and enjoy the features. 

Lloyd, I can remember how hard it was to turn the hand crank ice cream freezer when it got to a certain stage.  The electric ones also do a good job.  Glad your new AC is now installed and working well. They are pricey items.  We have been fortunate not to have to replace and AC unit but that is probably because we kept moving and most often bought a new home that had a new unit.  I was getting a bit worried with the house we just moved from as we lived their about 20 years and know the unit wouldn't last forever.  Fortunately, it was a good unit and we didn't have to replace it before we moved here. 

deAngel, it sounds like you have good help with transportation and also good neighbors. 

Amy, Pat got the material she had ordered from the company I sent you the link for and she is very pleased.  She got a package of 1/2 yard pieces which are all color coordinated.  Isn't it amazing how we can now find answers to about any question by googling it. 

Gloria, as far as I know there are no coupons to use at a farmer's market.  Pat has made zucchini bread in the past and it is very tasty.  You sure had an early start of your day today.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 21, 2018, 10:02:09 AM
Amy, I looked at the radar and rain is all over Michigan, but none of it seems to be headed for your part of Ontario.  Everyone will laugh at one of my favorite lunches - a radish sandwich.  The bread is 15-grain.  I was brought up in the Depression and that was one of many substitutes our parents found for sandwiches.  And I still like the radishes on bread. 

I don't take a newspaper any more and I have adblock on my computer so I never saw anything about IHOP and IHOB.  Not even anything about it being a "teaser". 

I have never heard of anything like a "town car" for seniors here.  I'm fortunate that I have Tom and when I make an appointment, I let him know.  He has a calendar on his computer where he makes note of it so between the two of us, we rarely forget.  Of course, you have the time a week ago that I thought I had a dentist appointment but was unsure of the time.  I called the office and found out my appointment is next Monday.  I would have had egg on my face.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Carol on July 21, 2018, 12:33:50 PM
Larry: Your housekeeper sounds like a gem.  Having a crew come in here for under 2 hours was a gift - it takes me about two days to do the deep cleaning on one floor - that includes a nap.   ;)  Still, I just don't like to spend money on things like cleaning --- always fixing a meal an hour later so then there is still clean up.  Windows and baseboards are the hardest for me. 

Gloria:  There are always gremlins waiting to do mischief with the electronics.

Roley:  Interesting that you can predict the weather when the gulls move in shore.  We have fox here but they stay hidden - we also have coyotes (they look like dogs but are tricky). 

Joy:  Good wishes with your new cell phone.  I just learned the art of BLOCKING on mine - getting about two calls per day from trash. 

Gloria de:  Transportation gets iffy so I am happy you have a couple of choices.  Jenny and I are in a suburb where we can call for a little bus - set up an appointment.  I am not sure how far they will drive.  With everyone in the world moving here (not too much of an exaggeration}} I am wondering how we will even be able to drive around in a few years.  Everyone speeds and whips their cars in and out of lanes - they are so obnoxious.  Of course, I drive perfectly -

Amy:  I have to look for some more batik because the 45 X 45 square I just sewed needs to be larger - and the batik I have won't look good - so that is my excuse.  Why is it that nothing I have matches so I end up having to buy more when the goal is to downsize the fabric shelves?   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 21, 2018, 12:38:02 PM
 Mary Ann I told Nancy about your radish sandwich. she said she never ever had one of them but onion and butter ( real home made cow butter) we have sweet corn ready to eat in our garden.  the way i butter it is put big hunk of butter on a slice of bread and role it in it. I think i will do a ear of corn and slice a onion and some radish's and put them on the bread i butter it with. that should be good. thanks for the tip.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 21, 2018, 01:22:48 PM
Lloyd, I have heard about onion sandwiches, but I've never had one.  I like onions, but in smaller quantities than I'd use in a sandwich.  I do have onions on burgers or hot dogs, and other meats.  Maybe I'll try one some day.  Thanks for the suggestion.
'
I think I'll have some tomato and cottage cheese now.  I have to finish what is in the refrigerator!

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 21, 2018, 04:26:04 PM
I just got home from my friend's 80th birthday party.  It was very nice and she was surprised to see the extra people that her son had invited besides family. 

Now I'm awaiting the arrival of my daughter and granddaughter from Maryland.  They should be here in about an hour.  Don't know if I'll get back in so enjoy your day!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 21, 2018, 10:41:14 PM
Mary Ann actually I am on a  see food dieat, see food and eat it. Nancy has a saying, if it taste good spit it out it is not healthy for you. I do not listen to her on that subject especially on my sweets. I do not have a sweet tooth I have sweet teeth. well it is past my bedtime so sweet dreams and good night.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 21, 2018, 11:26:14 PM
Just in to wish you all a very blessed Good Night. A quiet day here filled with reading. Doing three books, plus the daily prayer book, Bible and email. My eyes need a dose of Visine.

Sleep well, Peace, Love, Hugs and more prayers. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Gloria on July 22, 2018, 05:56:48 AM
Good morning every one, 63° and raining. Looks like we will have a warm/hot week with rain and thunderstorms according the the weather guessers. Some bad storms with downpours. Oh well we just have to take what Mother Nature hands us.

PETER  I enjoyed your armchair walk yesterday. Beautiful Cathederal and so many wonderful windows. Like Bubble said I would love to see them close.

LLOYD  I agree with you, these modern conveniences we have spoiled us. Nice not having to empty the pan under the icebox and have a way to make ice in the freezer and not wait for the iceman to deliver ice with his horse and wagon. I remember as a kid when he would come all the kids would get around waiting for him to give us a small piece of ice. Even an ice cream cone from the neighborhood store was a big treat.

LARRY  I first heard of the farmers coupons when I moved here and to get them you had to go to the town hall and bring proof of where you live. Now the man who helps residents arranged to have them here and we sigh up for them, when they come in we go down to the community room and get them. I gave mine to my son yesterday. They are now picking blueberries at the farm I like so he will be bringing some next week. Have to straighten my freezer so I can freeze some.

CAROL  I think  gremlins and devils were installed into this computer before I got it. So many times I felt like getting rid on it and having no more computers. Then I would miss everyone here so keep trying to be gentle with this machine.

LLOYD  I have a nephew when in grammar school went home for lunch and wanted an onion sandwich and going back to school. Yuck thinking of onion breath.

Have a good day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 22, 2018, 06:09:10 AM
Good morning Everyfriend!  I'm up but my guests are still sleeping.  I'm kind of confined to my office for the time being because my daughter is sleeping on the pullout in the living room.  Granddaughter is in the bedroom and if memory serves me correctly, she won't be disturbed if the entire German army, tanks and all, go through her room. 

We have quite a collection of wild life in the house.  Since my SIL was going to be away for the weekend, they brought their two doggies along with them.  So we have 4 dogs to love.  This is the first time the animal population has outnumbered the human one in this house.  Well, that's not exactly true.  Mine outnumber me all the time.  I meant when there are guests.  They all seem to be getting along but it takes twice as long to eat and twice as long to go out and if you pet one you absolutely MUST pet all 4.

We have another rainy day predicted.  I'm sure the local farmers are delighted.  It's the perfect rain....soft and steady and soaking.  Just exactly what we've been needing. 

I hope Everyfriend has a lovely day filled with whatever you wish for. 

PS to GLORIA who beat me to posting:  Pennsylvania also has Farm Produce coupons for Seniors.  We get 4 of them worth $5. each and the farm where I pick raspberries accept them.  That's where mine are.  They have pickup days and different places all over the tri-county area where we can go with our ID and pick them up.  I like this.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 22, 2018, 07:48:03 AM
I am up except for a nap later on i am up for the day. sun is shining bright.
we missed the rain the weather guesser promised, oh well all is well that ends well, have a great day,

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 22, 2018, 07:54:19 AM
Good morning everyone..
Cloudy day and I hope it leaks all over us, we sure need the rain.

A day of rest here today.

Jane, with all you did yesterday you made me tired just reading. You're right when you pet one you pet them all and when one gets a treat they all get one.

Gloria, I like a cheese and onion sandwich, sometimes will make it a grilled cheese and onion. Ham is also good in it too. :)

I  stayed in bed longer so need to move it.

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 22, 2018, 08:40:51 AM
Hi Everyone.Hi everyone.  A beautiful day with it getting to the low 90's this afternoon.  We did get another 1/2 inch of rain during the night.  Today will be Sunday School and then expect to come home and get Pat so we can attend Church.  We will not eat out at noon as plan on going out to eat this evening with Scott as he has today off.

Mary Ann, I can't even imagine having a radish sandwich.  I used to like a butter and sugar sandwich when I was growing up.  We are using the multigrain bread now.  Walmart has a fairly small loaf that is only $1.68 cents and it is very tasty.  IHOP ran some TV ads admitting the who name change was a hoax.  They got a lot of mileage out of it but personally I found it in very poor taste. 

Carol, the solution to not messing up your kitchen on the day a housekeeper is there is to go out for your main meal.  Pat and I often do that.  We do pay our housekeeper well and she is here for three hours.  She is a gem and is a very caring person.  I have about decided that blocking may be a waste of time as the political and advertising and scam calls use many different numbers.  However, I do still try occasionally to block a number.  Pat laughs but says she believes in the saying that "the one who dies with the most fabric wins" and sometimes I think she is trying to be sure she wins.  However, she gets joy out of getting new fabric and that is what is important. 

Lloyd, home grown sweet corn is so good.  My dad always planted several rows of it at the end of one of the fields and we enjoyed it on the ear in season and mother froze a lot of it after cutting it off the ear.  I will pass on the butter and onion sandwich unless it is Vadalia onion. 

Jane, that sounds like it was a very nice party.  I hope you will have a nice visit with your daughter and granddaughter although know their time there is short. 

June, you do a lot of daily reading as do I.  It is something we can do without having to move around and expend much energy.  Most of my reading is on the computer. 

Gloria, we are getting late afternoon or evening rains here although yesterday morning it rained gently for a couple of hours.  That sounds like a nice farmer to bring his produce to your building. I sure hope you don't decide to eliminate your computer as you would be missed here.  Too bad your current computer has been such a dud. 

Amy, I hope you get some rain today.  Your comments remind me that it has been a long time since we had a toasted cheese sandwich and often with ham on it too. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Joy on July 22, 2018, 09:46:34 AM
Just want to say "Good Morning" to all then friends .

It was supposed to be raining, but the sun is out right now.  We are supposed to have a whole week of rainy days.  Not looking forward to all those rainy days. We had rain most of  all day yesterday, so I was surprised to see the sun this morning.  I don't think it is supposed to stay out that long, tho.

Nothing exciting here in my little corner of the world.  I need to get something to eat, as I have been up a while. 

Larry, do hope you  and Pat will enjoy dinner out this evening with your son.  I spent most of yesterday reading.  Finished one book and started another one.  Will probably read a while after I get something to eat.  I have been reading "actual" books this week.  I must get back to my Kindle, as I just added several more from the Book Bub site.

Larry,  I used to love butter and sugar on a slice of bread when I was young,  and I still will fix myself one every now and then.

Hope everyone will have a great Sunday.

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 22, 2018, 10:15:28 AM
:nanadance: :nanadance: :nanadance2: :nanadance2: :cheer: :excited: :excited: :clap: :clap:

Yayyyyyyyyy it is raining a beautiful steady rain...….how I wish I could share with others that need it so bad..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 22, 2018, 10:23:58 AM
Amy, I looked at the radar and it seemed to be raining in your area.  We have  had some rain too.  It rained on my new deck furniture but they're a waterproof material - olefin. 

Larry, we used to have butter and sugar sandwiches too, also mustard sandwiches.  I think if I had patience to caramelize onions, I'd like an onion sandwich.  The onion, cheese and ham sandwich Amy mentioned sounds good.  I usually have ingredients for that handy so I'll have to try it.

I think the sun is trying to shine, but I don't hold out much hope for a sunny day.  I think I'd rather it rain during the week, then have nice weekends.  I know, I have no say in the matter.

Now I'll see if I can find anything about the British Open in Scotland.  I've missed most of it.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 22, 2018, 05:15:16 PM
JaneS that just proves we were all living in hard times when sugar was rationed.
in those days the local grocery store had real whole milk. grandmother would pore it in a pan let the cream rise and skim it off, have us children churn it into butter, and that fresh butter and sugar when we had the sugar on biscuits or home made bread was a real treat.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 22, 2018, 06:50:40 PM
LLOYD, I'm not the one that ate the sugar and butter bread.  I felt lucky to have the butter.  I grew up when they came up with the white margarine and a bead inside the bag that you broke and then squeezed to color the fake butter yellow.  I really disliked it and I often chose to eat my toast dry rather than have that "stuff" on it. 

My grandparents had a farm and when we were lucky enough to be able to spend time there, we had REAL butter churned by my grandmother from milk that came straight from the cow.  The butter and the milk were the best.

The bad part of staying at my grandparents farm was that the outhouse was waaaaaay out there!

My daughter and granddaughter are on the way home and should be about half way there.  They'll text me when they arrive.  I miss them already!

Right after they got here, we sent out for Chinese food and then this morning we had eggs from my daughter's chickens, toast with real butter and water buffalo sausage for breakfast.  We all sort of skipped lunch and in the middle of the afternoon we had home made noodles the way my Italian MIL used to make them with homemade spaghetti sauce and meatballs.  In between we talk and remembered and talked more.  Cathy stopped by for a sister to sister visit and a good time was had by all.  Now I'm ready to loaf!

I hope you all had a day as pleasant as mine! 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 22, 2018, 08:46:15 PM
Janie, I too remember the white margarine with the red button that we had to knead to make it look like butter. It was icky, but all we had at the time. I'm so glad you had such a good time with your family. Those days are just happy memories for me  now. I did have Dori and two other gals come for lunch last week, but lunch was downstairs in the big dining room, but we still had a good time.


How I envy you gals that are getting those gentle rains. We are so dry out here in So.Ca.  I would say many prayers of thanksgiving for some of that wettness.

Radish sandwiches…..one of my favorites, with lots of butter on the bread and salt on the radishes……nice memories.I remember sugar sandwiches too. There were days when that was all we had..

Larry, we have a fantastic library on our premises here,and quite a few authors too.  just finished a book written by one of our residents, and there was a paragraph in it about my Gary….he performed the wedding of this author and his wife. There is another full section of Amish authors that I really enjoy reading about..their life style and their "goodness"
Larry, we still must do some walking though, at least I must. with this artery disease I would lose my limbs if I did not use them, plus our hearts require a good blood flow. I also massage my limbs daily and do exercises while lying in bed.

My A/C is still busy pumping in cool air and it is  going on six p.m. I'll be turning it off soon though. I have a wonderful ceiling fan that takes care of the whole Apt. And I find a cold shower is very refreshing. After the first gasp of shock, it feels great, and does not dry the skin as hot showers do. I think it was our SANDY here that told us about it.

Time to heat up some left-overs from lunch.. Keep well and happy. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 22, 2018, 10:09:36 PM
Oh, yes, I remember that "butter" that looked like lard to me even after popping the yellow button to squeeze & mix. Like you, Jane, I preferred to have my toast without, or with jelly.  Rationing during the war kept us busy trying to find new foods to replace what we could not get.  I still love toast with sugar & a dash of cinnamon..put under the broiler until the sugar bubbles... and eat with a mug of hot chocolate.  YUM!  You have a great & loving family, Janie, you sure did something right!

I remember getting the whole milk at the store, too, Lloyd.. skimming off the cream to save until we had enough to make butter. We didn't have a churn but would use the hand mixer (remember those egg beaters that you hand turned?)... as it thickened we'd use a fork to keep mixing & shape into a dish.  We all worked together.

I envy you the nice rain, Amy.... I would find some excuse to be out in it.... really.  I always loved rain & can't understand anyone being depressed in cloudy weather.  Would sure enjoy hearing your loons, they sound so sad in a way, kind of like the owl I hear around here some times. Some birds sound so happy. We have one dove whose call is like a broken record... doesn't stop with one round but skips right into another tune, only one that does that.

Larry, I also love a raw Vidalia onion but discovered they are too sweet to use in soup.... they add a whole different flavor to some dishes... like spaghetti.  My son can eat a whole sliced onion saute'd in butter... I add a drained can of French style green beans & he can eat the whole skillet full, just slightly browned, salt & pepper or Mrs.Dash.  I could eat an ear of corn every day but know as long as it is free of worms I will get headaches eventually from whatever they "engineer" into the seeds. I cook an ear, wrapped in wax paper, for 2 min in the microwave, cut it off so my butter doesn't soak into the cob... I use real butter & a dash of salt, one ear makes a plate full ...so good. For a kid that didn't like food growing up, I sure changed & enjoy eating now!

Almost forgot what I wanted to ask everyone........I have a big package of ground beef ..the leanest... want to make a meatloaf but not my usual.  Anyone got secret things they do to theirs?  HELP?  Got to use or freeze tomorrow.  Sam's carries the Angus but such big packages.  Last time I made thin patties & froze separately on wax paper so I could pull apart one at a time.  The cats also love raw hamburger & get their share.  My last meatloaf was not as moist or juicy so not too good after being frozen.

I slept the day away.... had planned for a short nap but woke up after the last Mass was over.  Fed cats every time I woke up & they are ready for their midnight snack before I go to bed again.  At least the back ache is gone.  So this is my world... nothing exciting.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: CallieOK on July 22, 2018, 10:58:37 PM
I grew up on a "rural acreage" (160 acres).  Daddy leased the pasture out for cattle but we always had two or three "milk cows".  (Yes, I learned how but never could hit the cat's mouth like our hired hand could.)
Grew up drinking whole milk and having home-made whipped cream and cottage cheese.   Still have the Daisy church we used to make butter.

Shirley, I used my egg beater with a handle just the other day.  It was a wedding present and was "the newest thing" in 1958 - had some kind of "gear" that never got rusty or worn out - and it never has!.

My mother made the best meat loaf but didn't have a recipe - and I don't either.  Mine always tasted o.k. but never quite like hers.  One time, I made it with her standing there saying, "yes, that's right" - and it still didn't taste like hers. Something about that "mother's touch", I guess.

I made one in the microwave yesterday and it turned out just great.  Got the recipe on cooks.com.

Looks as if Everyfriend has had a good weekend.

Sleep well and have pleasant dreams.

(Merry Monday 2 hours early.   (:rofl: Shirley) 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 22, 2018, 11:29:44 PM
well we do not have any milk cows just beef cows now. 1 bull and  50 some head of cows and calves, mostly black Angus but a few devean bread red white face. time to hit the hay hope to see you all tomorrow.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 23, 2018, 06:30:25 AM
Good morning everyone.

Nice over cast day here ,we had a light rain during the night .

In a hurry as we are off to the city for a EKG for hubby this morning. Meeting up with the kids for a bit then head home.

Enjoy your day everyone.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 23, 2018, 06:55:00 AM
Good Morning Everyfriend!

SHIRLEY, I put about a half cup of any kind of grated cheese I have and about a quarter cup of spaghetti cheese (the powdered kind - doesn't seem to matter which) in my meatloaf and it seems to stay moister and softer for sandwiches later.  It might taste a bit different the first time but it's a good different. 

I have to go feed the doggies!  In the words of General MacArthur, "I shall return".
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Gloria on July 23, 2018, 09:25:53 AM
Good morning everyone, we had rain yesterday, rain and more rain. No booms or light show. Looked like it was going to clear, had a 2 second peek of sun and more rain. More in the forecast for today and Wednesday. Beginning to think we have turned into a monsoon area with the rain we have had lately.
I have an invitationfor my great grandson's 3rd birthday on Saturday but passed. Too many kids running around, more than I can handle anymore. Another contoversy in Providence, a company wants to build a tall weird shape building on land that is empty now after changing a bridge. The building would tower over everything in Providence and be modern when this is an old state (one of the original 13) so would be out of place. Now I heard in Boston they want to change
the name of Faneuil Hall because the man who built it and gave it to Boston was a slave owner. It was built before the Revolutionary
war.  I have been in that building and the stairs are well won in the center. A lot of history there. Are they going to kick out the first Presidents because some were slave owners?

JANE  had to laugh about petting 1 dog and you have to pet all 4 of them. That is so true whether dogs or cats or one of each. the coupons we get are 3  $5 ones but the resident man who is really the witch's gofer more than helping us, for 3 years has somehow has 2 books for each of us in this building, $30. can get quite a bit of produce. My son has mine now and will be getting what I want at the farm. I will get at least 2 quarts of blueberries for the freezer. They have the best corn around, too.

AMY  I was left out with the taste of onions, especially raw. If someone tries sneaming them into food telling me they used celery and I take one bite I head to the bathroom. Love the smell when they are frying but cannot eat them. Just heard on the news about the shooting in Toronto last night. Not just us now getting those mass shootings. Terrible. I like grilled cheese and ham or cheese and tomato sandwiches.

LARRY  I saw that IHOP run on TV, too about the B in their name. Really confused a lot people, almost like an April fool joke that backfired. Not a farmer that co here, the building resident helper gets the coupon books for us so we do t have to go out for them. We can use the coupons at farmers markets or farms. Since I cannot get to the farm I like I give my coupons to my son and he gets what I want.

JOY  like you we are in for rain most of this week.

LLOYD  ever wonder how people today, especially the young ones would react to having every thing rationed like we did in WW2.

JANE  that white margarine always made me wonder if it was lard. We ate different foods way back.

SHIRLEY  like you I enjoy butter and sugar and cinnamon on toast. I have a shaker with sugar and cinnamon near my toaster. How about when the milkman delivered milk in the winter and it would start freezing and the lid would would pop up from the bottle and the cream on top would freeze?

Have a good day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 23, 2018, 10:16:57 AM
 Hi Everyone.  I took a letter to the mail box a little while and and it started raining right after getting in the house.  However, it didn't last long and now the sun is starting to shine. We are suppose to have rain and possible storms throughout the day and for the next several days.  Our high is suppose to be 86, not bad for the end of July.   

We had a very nice day yesterday.  I went to Sunday School and then came home and got Pat and we attended Church.  Then we stopped at McDonald's for a quick sandwich as we were both tired.  I rested in the afternoon and then Scott came out and we went to a Mexican restaurant for our dinner.  He then visited with us a couple of hours.  Nothing on my schedule for today so will just do a few little chores I see that can be done and probably rest and read a lot today.  I don't plan on going anywhere.  We are planning to have hamburgers for our dinner this evening and a salad and I don't know what else Pat will want to have.

Joy, your weather forecast sounds like ours with the chance of rain all week.  My friend in Germantown, Maryland texted me last night saying they had 8 inches of rain. It has been awhile since I read an "actual paper book" as really enjoy the ebooks that I read on my iPhone or on my Kindle app on the computer.  I still get the Book Bub email once a week and last time took four of the free books.  Since I don't need shelf space nor as I concerned about not getting all of the ebooks read I feel comfortable adding to my ebook library. 

Mary Ann, I see that several of us had enjoyed the sugar and butter sandwiches.  I don't remember my mother ever fixing under the broiler.  Have you ever baked a whole onion with butter and cheese in the middle?  We have had those a few times with the Vidalia onions and they are tasty.  I only watched a few minutes of the British Open yesterday as it came on too early.  I looked up yesterday how the prize money is determined when several players end up with the same score for second or below.  If there were three players ending up second they would take the 2nd, 3rd and 4th prize money and divide it into three equal portions.  The same is one down through the last player.  I thought that was probably the way it was done but wasn't sure until I looked it up.

Lloyd, my folks sold their milk for butter fat content so we never made our  own butter. However, our neighbor did make her own butter and we often visited them on an evening and the adults played cards and then a small snack was served and it often included that farm fresh butter. 

Jane, I well remember the packet of fake butter (don't remember whether it was called oleo or not) with the color button.  It was great fun to get to mix it up to get some color in the fake butter.  We haven't used oleo for many years and use a lot of real butter.  In the area I grew up all of the farms and the small towns had outhouses. 

June, you are fortunate to have a nice library available to you right in your living facility.  The senior center we use to go to where we did live also had a big library and our county had a wonderful library system.  We even ended up with our library in the little town we lived near.  There were a large number of branch libraries.  I am usually getting at least a half mile of steps in each day but like today I will have to do some walking here in the house as won't be out and about.  I sure don't want to take a cold shower as am cold enough as it is. 

Shirley, my mother always made her own jellies and jams so we really didn't need the fake butter on the toast.  I don't recall her ever making homemade bread, at least not very often.  I was too young to be much impacted by rationing during the war.  As I think about it I expect my mother would put some cinnamon on the sugar and butter on the bread.  I don't think Pat even has a hand egg beater anymore but has a hand held mixer and a Kitchenaid mixer to use.  I don't think we ever used Vidalia onions in soup.  I just know they are great on a hamburger.  My wife usually uses a pound or so of hamburger and a pound of sausage with some additional seasoning for our meatloaf.  She mixes it up inthe Kitchenaid mixer and it is done in a flash. 

Callie, your folks had a bigger farm than my folks who had a 90 acre farm.  We tried to have 20 head of milk cows as this was a major source of income to the family.  I never liked whole milk as didn't like the cream.  I don't think Pat has ever made her meat loaf in the microwave but did make one in the Instant Pot not long ago.  It made a fairly small loaf and I think she will go back to baking it in the oven. 

Amy, getting an EKG is really a quick process these days but it used to take quite awhile.  When I saw the new cardiologist a few days ago they did an EKG.  I so well remember the ones where they had to use the gook to keep the electrodes attached to the skin.  Fortunately that is no longer needed.   

Gloria, It will be interesting to see if Providence will allow such a building to be built.  It seems that now anything in our past that someone or some group of people don't like must be removed or destroyed or renamed.  We had a controversy here in the Augusta area with a freeway called the John C. Calhoun but the county voted the change down renaming it.  Nice that your son is able to use your coupons for your benefit since you are not longer able to get to the produce markets or farms.  I remember some years ago when you would work some days at your son's produce stand selling apples as I recall.  Does he have any apple crop this year?  One time put put some margarine in a skillet and it cooked so long that it was solid and she realized it was like plastic and we never bought margarine again but butter and it hasn't killed us yet. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 23, 2018, 12:58:07 PM
Gloria, I don't understand why people want to remove names and statues of people who made history one way or another.  What happened, happened and removing the names isn't going to change that.  We're going to be so Simon Pure that we won't be interesting to anyone. 

It is too bad to miss your great-grandson's 3rd birthday, but I am with you and noise a bunch of young children can make.

Larry, an onion baked with butter and cheese in the middle sounds delicious.  I'll try that sometime.  I also mixed the oleo/margarine with the yellow button.  At one time I was told to not eat butter because of the animal fat.  Gradually, we have gone back to butter. 

The way they distribute the golf prize money sounds logical to me.  If I had thought about it, that is the method I would have chosen.

It's a humid day here today, but I think we have not had rain this morning.  I had a dental appointment which went well.  And now I'm going to see what is in the refrigerator for lunch.  There may be a salad and i hope the lettuce isn't too bad.

Mary Ann


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 23, 2018, 02:20:56 PM
Good Morning dear hearts..I feel like something drained off all my energy todayl It is going to be warmer than I iike so I will stay tucked in at home. I plan to go down for lunch soon, but no other plans except books and napping.

They will be showing the movie State Fair at 1:30 and if I happen to be awake, I may go down and watch it. So I do have choices to make...it is up to the body what happens.

Have a great day dear ones and above all keep well. Hugs love and prayers, June.[/i
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: CallieOK on July 23, 2018, 03:20:44 PM
Good Afternoon,

Noon weather lady said the Mold count is up and might be causing sinus issues.  I could have told her that the minute I went out to get the paper!!!!!

Jane,  I have a recipe for meat loaf in which the meat mixture is rolled around grated Mozzarella cheese like a jelly roll.   My roll usually splits and the cheese leaks out so now I'm going to try mixing it in with the meat - so much simpler!

Those of you who like onions may have my share.    We found some Vidalia Onion relish once when we were visiting Mississippi relatives.  I did like it but have never found it around here.
We get Texas Sweet Onions but very rarely have Vidalia ones.  Maybe they don't ship well.

Have made my grocery store run so am off to settle in to read and watch harbor and Times Square web cams.

Wishing Everyfriend Everywhere an Enjoyable Day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lindancer on July 23, 2018, 08:03:04 PM
Good afternoon, sun shinning.   Justhome from the surgeon, he said my leg looks like it is healing very slowly. 

bandage it every other day, watch for infection, come back in two weeks

June Ebooks are nice, but I still like to hold a real book

Gloria, my old doctor, told me not to use margarine, but get whipped butter, keep it soft, I did not use as much,and enjoy real butter.

Mary Ann, it upset me that they taken the Laura Ingalls Literary award away,  She wrote the way it was when she was growing up, she didmnot sugar coat it.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 23, 2018, 08:32:46 PM
Gloria de, I have never read an e book. I have never even seen an ebook. I do most of my reading on the bed, or the recliner, where my eyes can close in sleep when the brain is ready. Since my last fall, I find sitting in front of the computer makes my back hurt. And I just cannot learn the laptop.  One finger does one thing two fingers are necessary for other things..and I am too impatient to learn.

I went down for the movie, but found it dull, so came home and slept. I feel like I could be coming down with something.....laziness ????
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Denver on July 24, 2018, 12:19:00 AM
Running behind as usual.....

We picked Kurt and the boys up from the airport yesterday afternoon noon.  Unfortunately one of their bags were missing so we had to make a few circles around before we got Kurt picked up. 

We all went to Dr. Dave’s for dinner and fun.  Then home to get beds ready for them.  We played games and had a lot of fun today while Kurt was out buying camping gear and grocery shopping before they headed for their quickly. 

We had two VERY hard rains this afternoon.....lots of flooding in the area.

Dave and Grandsons Matt are at Boy Scout Camp this week.  There was so much thunder and lightening out where they are, so I have been very concerned.

Pleasant dreams to all.

Jenny
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 24, 2018, 12:55:32 AM
Well, my day did not go as planned... and the meatloaf didn't happen..... I totally forgot to fix it so tonight I thought I'd better cook it & make spaghetti tomorrow.  My spaghetti sauce is meat held together with Hunt's spaghetti sauce, the original, and I add fresh garlic & extra seasonings.  Not decided if I'll chop an onion to put in, maybe half with & half without.  Thanks for all the meatloaf tips, I have been keeping track & will save. 

Guess I'll put my 2¢ in about being "politically correct"..... My mother wrote a book of her early years after I pushed her... gave her the series of Laura Ingalls Wilder books that was pretty much her era (she was born in 1903).  Her mother died when she was 7 so her father hired a black couple that helped in the house, the farm & at their butcher shop.  At that time they did not eat with the family, my mother loved them but lives were separate. I found it interesting, a little uncomfortable when reading, but amazed at how people had changed in her lifetime.  But you can't change history or reality!  Why not be honest about it? 

On that same thought, I don't agree with paying off Native Americans because their ancestors either lost or sold their land.  My grandfathers both had quite a bit of money at one time, one lost during the depression, having invested in stocks & bonds, the other bought farms for each of his kids, my mother's was an island that went under the Osage or MO river (don't remember which), when it finally changed course & land was usable again, the state wanted back taxes that weren't worth the land. At any rate, I certainly didn't inherit anything from either & don't understand why anyone believes they deserve what their ancestors lost. 

Our news tonight was warning of West Nile Virus in this area... I do hate to put spray on my body every night to go down to the river so sprayed my knee high rubber boots & sprayed lightly over a hat I bought in CO... the back of the brim is extra long to cover the neck.  Didn't hear any mosquitoes until I got back to the house & started scratching my arm but couldn't find a bite, just the thought.

June, I only use laptops but use a mouse with them.  I can't cope with the little pad thing and don't want to!  I cover the pad with a piece of paper.. (actually, it's a used Amazon gift card) because that little arrow moved when my hand passed over the pad. 

Got to get to bed, my head is drooping & eyes sticking together.  Sweet dreams and God Bless.... a reminder from Hal.

Do hope all the kids are safe, Jenny... lightning is scary when out camping & not really any safe place. We were camping the year/time when Big Tompson Canyon flooded... we weren't near there but worried everyone we knew. Hugs for you.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: roley on July 24, 2018, 06:14:19 AM
G'Morning all.
                  Thank you all for you comments about the 'Armchair Walks' :thumbup:, i enjoy searching them out and it's pleasing to know others enjoy looking at them too.
Well, it's another brilliant day, no sign of any rain at the moment, it's almost three months since it last rained here in the south,at the moment, we seem to have plenty of water but in the north east of the country they already have water restrictions (Rationing) but,for the moment we are being told our water supply is ok in the south, but with these temperatures in the high 20's (in some places it even reached 33+C !, that's hot !, too hot for me anyway !.
Almost forgot, i noticed someone mentioned 'wartime rationing', that reminded me i still have my old ration book and a label that we would have worn had the invasion taken place, goodness knows where i might have finished up !, so i thought these ration figures might surprise you,
Rations for a week : Meat-4oz's. Butter-2oz's, Cheese-2oz's, Milk-3pints, Sugar-8oz's, Tea2oz's', Egg's- 1.+ Egg powder if Available. per person,                                                                     

                                                                                  Cheerio.  Roley.  :).


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 24, 2018, 06:33:20 AM
Good Morning Everyfriend!  I wasn't as tired last night when I got home but I made the mistake of sitting down in front of the TV and that was "all she wrote"! 

SHIRLEY, I agree with your "past history" comments 110% and couldn't have said it better!  Changing things doesn't change history and we make our own way.  No one can do  it for us! 

Today is a "nothing" day for me.  I've had flash flood warnings on my cell phone and my land line.  Central PA must have been inundated yesterday and last night.  I'm not going out and drive around to find out.  It's a good day to stay home.  I did all the laundry yesterday and I made dog food yesterday so today will be a good day to deal with some of the garden goodies my daughter brought me.  One zucchini will probably end up in a casserole recipe I lifted from the internet and the other will end up in a batch of Amy's zucchini relish.  It's sooooo good!

Then there are cucumbers and potatoes.  One batch of my grandmothers favorite spring dish....cucumbers and onions.  Anybody have any ideas for the rest of them? 

The doggies and I are awaiting the "boinger" for their pills so we can have breakfast.  Then get dressed and get started. 

I hope you all have a lovely day filled with whatever you wish for!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 24, 2018, 07:29:58 AM
Good morning everyone..

Yesterday went well and we did get to see the kids for a bit. I have to agree also with Shirley, we have that here also.

Hubby made the decision to sell his vehicle as he no longer drives. We put it up for sale on Sun and took the sign down on Mon....friends of ours came to look and they want it. They know we maintain our vehicles. So I just took the van to the garage for the safety and our neighbour brought me back home. Bitter sweet  as we both loved the van and it is a good one never failing us.


I too had sugar sandwiches, still do with a little cinnamon on them at times or toast with cinnamon sugar on it.  We were raised with the margarine with the bubble on it. When I farmed we had a Holstein cow that I milked for the house but not really a lot of cream there so I  bought a Jersey and gosh we got half a gallon jar of just cream with her. I made butter, first by hand and then an electric churn, thought I had the world by the tail with that one!! Gave the buttermilk to the neighbour or to the hens or dogs ,never wasted.


Jane , my zucchini plants are just starting to put out the little ones an d I too will be make that one as I am low on it. Have you tried the zucchini marmalade , it too is good. Will send you the recipe .


I need to get going, taking hubby back to the garage so he can talk with the mechanic.


Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on July 24, 2018, 09:30:51 AM
"Amy's zucchini relish"...  I could not find it and I'd love to try it.  Amy could you please give me your recipe?
Marmelade from zucchini sounds like something original.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on July 24, 2018, 09:35:19 AM
What do you think of having a discussion opened just for recipes?  If   the subject line acts as a title it will also be easy to find what one looks for.  Who is for? who thinks it is un-necessary?
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 24, 2018, 09:36:45 AM
 Hi Everyone. It is overcast this morning but today is suppose to not get aboave 86 degrees with a good possibility of more rain this afternoon.  As I expected yesterday was a very quiet day and today may be the same except a friend will be here at 10 am to work with me on something for an hour.  I sort of expect tonight will be a TV dinner night.

Mary Ann, when Pat first fixed the baked onion I didn't think I would like it but I did.  How many things have we been told not to eat like butter and eggs and then a few years later they "power that be" reverse themselves.  Natural foods have to be better for us than processed things with a lot of chemicals. 

June, hope you don't feel so drained today.  I think I somewhat know that feeling as some days I just have to drive myself to do anything and just want to lay down and rest. 

Jenny, it sounds like your household has been very busy.  Did Kurt and the boys get to their place in the mountains?  Nice that Dr. Dave took a week off to go camping with the Boy Scouts.  We had some far away thunder yesterday and hard rains in certain locations but other than light showers yesterday morning we didn't get any more rain. 

Callie, I understand that they have huge warehouses to keep the Vidalia onions but don't know how many states they ship to and certain stores may not buy from the source having them.  I always look for them each spring and then don't see them in the stores the rest of the year. 

deAngel, at least your leg is healing and it sounds like the surgeon was satisfied with what he saw.  I certainly agree with you on Laura Ingalls Wilder's Literary award.  I loved those books and at the one room school house where I attend school until high school the teacher would always read a chapter to two from books like those and your imagination would just flourish. 

Shirley, here we have black churches and white churches and they don't seem to get together too often.  I am confident that we would happily accept blacks as a part of our congregation and we have one overall organization of the United Methodists in South Carolina and the Bishop is a black man.  I sometimes wonder how much history is being taught in our schools anymore as certain agendas seem to be pushed. I also agree with you on reparations as the current generation have done nothing to earn it.  We don't use the touch pad on the laptop either but the modern day computers have a way to turn them off so we haven't had to cover them up.  I did use that methods for a number of years and when people complain of their cursor jumping when using a laptop it is almost always that problem. 

Roley, I don't think I mentioned having watched the short video of the tour through the cathedral.  That is one impressive building.  Have you toured it?  Were those ration amounts the total for 7 days or per day?  Those are tiny amounts. 

Jane, glad you can stay home today.  It sounds like a lot of your State and the whole NE area are really getting bombarded with rain.  We often will have cucumber and onions in vinegar water. 

Amy, it sure helps on expenses not having to maintain two vehicles.  We have also given up having two vehicles as Pat really isn't driving anymore and probably won't.  I will take her where ever she needs to go and we coordinate our schedules.  Unfortunately I still own the second car that we have given our son and will sign it over to him around Christmas time although expect to still have to help him with the expenses on it.  We are really enjoying having only one car in the garage as things are no longer crowded. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 24, 2018, 10:34:50 AM
Larry, I am interested in the baked onion with butter and cheese.  How long do you cook it?  Can it be done in the microwave?  Does cooking caramelize it?  Or is it just soft.  My dad used to fix creamed onions for holidays and I have done that too.  I fixed them for Christmas a few years and I think Norm, Dot and I were the only ones who ate them.  Others turned up their noses without even trying them!  I don't eat too much of any one thing to bother me - whether natural or processed. 

We get Vidalia onion here.  I don't eat them like apples, as I understand some people do, I do eat them raw in salads or on hamburgers and probably in other ways. 

I am another one who uses a mouse with my laptop.  I disengaged the touch pad but if I remove the mouse, the touch pad works, then when I put the mouse back the touch pad is again disabled. 

My Random Image to the left shows Sun - I wonder how she is doing.

Bubble, I'm not against a recipe folder, but many recipes are posted in the What's for Dinner folder - would a recipe folder do away with that one?  If I were to post a recipe, that is where I would post it now.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 24, 2018, 10:39:33 AM
hello everyone. Nancy said she dose not have  a recipe for zucchini relish , but she thinks it would be about same as for pickle relish. have a good day. president just left kc Mo, some people gave up to $2,000 to set and eat with him. fool and there money to soon part. they talked about having to have a security Clarence to do that. I had the highest Clarence was available when i was in the service. i could go any where on white sands MR and fort bliss holamin ab. i to the best of my knowlage have not done any thing to mes it up so guess i still could. would not pay to see or set by him. I mingled with some very high ranking officers while on duty. did not make me have a swelled head either.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 24, 2018, 10:50:37 AM
Mary Ann not speaking for Larry but here is a recipe  what is called a bumming onion. you nip the roots and the top off just barley on the roots. then set it down on the root end and cut down not quite through it in a star patern, spread it out deep fry it in a deep fryer cooker. fill it with butter salt and pepper to taste. i think it is very good,but as i say i am on a sea food diet, see food and eat it.best a vidila onion

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: roley on July 24, 2018, 11:03:45 AM
Larry. That was one's weekly ration, sometime perhaps a heavy worker had a few extra 'oz's' added on, my Grandfather used to go rabbiting,along with many others, that helped to stretch the meat ration, everyone kept a chicken or two, that also helped, summer months we also , if we could, pick the wild fruit, but that was risky, in those early days, the fields behind us were mined, the shore line in front of us was also mined, we used to hope the Canadian soldiers on manoeuvres would kill the odd rabbit, if we got one, that would also 'go in the pot' !, we were lucky, this was a very rural area at that time, in the towns or city there was always a market, where things, for a price, would suddenly appear !, lol..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 24, 2018, 11:20:13 AM
BUBBLE, I'll put my "2cents worth" in about the recipe discussion.  In the old Senior Net, there was such a board.  If you had a recipe to share you could post it for everyone or anyone to try.  Here, we have a "What's For Dinner" folder and recipes appear there sometimes when people ask.  However, the difficulty seems to be in actually finding a repipe that's been posted. 

In the old folder, they had some kind of a list and I'm sorry, I don't remember how it was set up...maybe alphabetically...may sorted into dinners, desserts, etc. 

I'm in favor of this type of discussion but I'm only one person.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Sandy on July 24, 2018, 11:23:42 AM
Good Morning Everyone from the warm and
humid rocky coast of Maine.

All is well here.   ::) 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 24, 2018, 11:59:28 AM
Lloyd, thank  you.  I saved your instructions.  Larry had mentioned a "baked" onion and your recipe calls for deep fried.  I'd prefer "baked" but I don't rule anything out.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 24, 2018, 12:06:25 PM
Bubble, that would be great if you would do that please.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 24, 2018, 12:59:56 PM
Wishing all a Terrific Tuesday..  (ya got me the other day, Callie)...  :P  ;)

Hope this means we can't talk about cooking in here, Bubble?  I don't go for recipes often but more like "tips".... and the only 2 places I visit regularly is this one & Photos.  BUT.... I go along with everyone. I will probably slip & mention food now & then in here anyway!  I get off track in Photos & have to remind me where I am.   :crazy2:

I've run sprinklers in the front, filled the pool to needed level (dry air & wind makes it evaporate), one load of clothes in the dryer & now off to the store.... that darn hamburger is going to become a pot of chili & pot of spaghetti... need something to create both.  Yesterday I treated myself to a T-bone steak.... they were on a one day sale at the store so a thick & perfect one that was originally nearly $30. was $15. It had a big "tenderloin" part that filled me to overfull the first meal... I pan fried the whole thing in a cast iron skillet and with the brownings & flavor, I cut into bite size pieces the rest of the meat & cooked slowly to melt in the mouth... in it's own gravy.  There is more than enough for 2 more meals so not so outrageously expensive for a $15. piece of meat to make 3 or 4 tasty meals.  I baked a potato for the first meal but gravy calls for mashed potatoes, don't you agree? So here I am, talking about food again.  :( ::)

When Cas was alive he often wanted me to get "carry out" after seeing something on TV..... we tried the cactus flower (big onion deep fat fried at Texas Roadhouse).  We usually ordered a smokehouse burger & pulled pork sandwich & cut both in half, they came with choice of steak fries or baked sweet potato, so we ordered both & shared. I keep styro coolers in the trunk & can be home in aout 15 minutes so food plenty warm.  The cactus flower was a total failure for take out.... it was just a greasy blob by the time we started on it, never tried it again.

Guess I'd better eat before going to the store or my cart will be extra full, right? 

Mary Ann, I don't want to disable my mouse because when #1 son comes to fix or show me something, he uses the pad. I can manage very slowly with the pad, but not to copy & paste or other things.

Peter, sure sounds like a small amount of rations.... was that per person or family?  I remember some neighbors wanting us to share sugar stamps with them because my 2 oldest brothers didn't go into the service until the last year of the way so 5 kids & 2 adults got us more than most. My mother's brothers had farms so we could get meat now & then from them. Dad hunted & fished & we also had chickens to eat & for eggs.  Once my brothers went into the service Mother would mail them packages every week with cookies or something special to eat.  They both said their buddies watched for her boxes!

I've rambled on way too long... better get busy! 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 24, 2018, 02:01:33 PM
Shirley, my touch pad is disabled, but when/if I pull the USB connection from the computer, the touch pad is operable.  Plug the mouse in again and the touch pad is disabled.  Try it and if it doesn't work, enable the touch pad again.  The cursor moving all over the place and having my text moved drove me nuts.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 24, 2018, 02:45:25 PM
Points To Ponder






            - Do twins ever reali­ze that one of them i­s unplanned?







- What if my dog only­ brings back my ball just ­because he thinks I l­ike

throwing it?







- If poison expires, ­is it more poisonous ­or is it no longer po­isonous?







- Which letter is sil­ent in the word "Scen­t," the S or the C?







- Why is the letter W­, in English, called ­double U? Shouldn't i­t be

called double V?­ and why      isn't "m" ca­lled "double n"







- Maybe oxygen is slo­wly killing you and I­t just take 75-100 y­ears to

fully work.







- Every time you clea­n something, you just­ make something else ­dirty







- The word "SWIMS" up­side-down is still "SWIMS".







- Intentionally losin­g a game of rock, pap­er, scissors is just ­as hard

as trying to ­win.







- 100 years ago every­one owned a horse and­ only the rich had ca­rs. Today

everyone ha­s cars and only the r­ich own horses.







- Your future self is­ watching you right n­ow through memories.







- The doctors that to­ld Stephen Hawking he­ had two years to liv­e in 1953

are probabl­y dead.







- If you replace "W" ­with "T" in "What, Wh­ere and When", you ge­t the

answer to each of them.







- Many animals probab­ly need glasses, but ­nobody knows it.







- If you rip a hole i­n a net, there are ac­tually fewer holes in­ it than

there were b­efore.







- If 2/22/22 falls on­ a Tuesday, we'll jus­t call it "2's Day". ­(It

really does fall on a Tu­esday)



Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 24, 2018, 02:47:38 PM
You folks keep so busy, you make me feel like a lazy old woman. I won't contribute one way or the other for recipe folder as I no longer cook. When I sold my home, I disposed of all my cook books and years of recipes. I had some excellent ones from my Polish MIL.....so tasty, but hours of labor. Kolacki was my favorite.

We are having another hot day 92/71 .So my conditioner is set at 82 and that keeps me comfortable since I do so little physical labor. I plan to go down for lunch, then home for book and bed. I will do several walks in the hallways, just to keep the heart working and the blood flowing. I have already done my early morning workout..massage and exercise which takes close to an hour. All done while still flat on my back in bed. I feel the massage I give my arms and legs have really helped to contain the peripheral artery disease. I exercise my toes many times during the day, because I go barefoot in my apartment. Just bending them down and up helps the blood flow. I just won't give up, I want to enjoy every day as long as God keeps giving me a new day to enjoy and people to Love. I'm so glad I have all of you. Hugs and more hugs, and Love. June

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 24, 2018, 04:52:54 PM
Amy, someone (not you) had too much time on their hands!  Those were fun to read. 

June, you do more exercise than I do, although I usually walk to the mailbox.  Tom did it today because we went for lunch and he took my absentee ballot to the mailbox for me and brought back the mail which had already been delivered.  We lunched at the Cannonsburg Deli where we both had humongous sandwiches. 

My a/c is set at 78 degrees and if things seem too humid, I'll put it down to 77, but that usually is a bit cool.  I was told when working in an appliance department that the thermostat should be set at four degrees lower than what the outside temperature was and when we are in the mid-80s outside, 78 seems to work.   

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 24, 2018, 07:57:00 PM
Hello Everyfriend!  JUNE, you are just as active in your own way as any of us are in ours.  I'm not sure that if I make it to 93/94 I'll be as active as any of you 90+ ladies are.  I'll probably just sit in my rocking chair and think about what I might do when I get some energy.

Today, I made some cucumbers and onions like my grandmother used to make but I think I already told you that.  I'd just finished dealing with that and packed up the things my daughter left here for my son and had them ready to take.  I'd already made scalloped potatoes from the potatoes that she brought for me and got my zucchini casserole ready for later in the week when there was a knock at my back door.  It was my good neighbor asking if I'd like a couple tomatoes and a couple burpless cucumbers.  And I'm off again! 

Tonight for supper, I had the rest of the water buffalo sausage from Sunday breakfast, scalloped potatoes (fresh out of the garden), and corn from the farm stand.  What a great supper!  Leftovers in the hidey hole!

Now I'm sort of planning to watch a little TV (hopefull with my eyes open) and then go to bed early.  Tomorrow is a work day.

I did go out for a bit.  I took my trash to the dumpster, dropped off my son's garden goodies from his sister, got to pet their new puppy and got a couple of hugs from Kiran.  She was puppy watching!  Puppy's an Alaskan Malemute and isn't housebroken yet. 

Then I went to the farm stand that has a discount on Tues. for Seniors but it had just closed due to bad weather and flood warnings.  So I went to another farm market that's open all year.  They serve as an outlet for local farmers and they had so much good stuff I had a hard time making up my mind. 

I suppose this is long enough so I'll "shet ma mouf" and go do something.  Enjoy what's left of your day, Everyfriend.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Denver on July 25, 2018, 12:11:20 AM
Crazy rain and lots of thunder and lightening again tonight here.  My phone went off warning of winds and flooding in the area.  It was not too bad, and seems to be over for the night. 

LARRY, Kurt and the boys did make it to Vail safe and sound.  Thank you for asking.

I had a text from Dr. Dave last night and again this morning saying they were safe and sound.  I know they did get rain and lightening last night as well as tonight again.  It appears we will have storms every night this whole week. 

I would love to have a recipe folder, BUBBLE.  I am always interested in new recipes to try. 

That T-Bone sure sounded yummy, SHIRLEY.  I always pick a T-Bone or Portehouse that has the largest tenderloin and I always eat it first!  Some like to save the best for last.....NOT me! 

AMY, glad your neighbor wanted your van.  Sometimes it is hard to part with a good vehicle, but if it is no longer needed it is best to part with it.  Points to ponder was enjoyed by me......thank you. 

My dad continues to do great.  The PT had him walking with a cane today.  He sounds great and I sure am happy to not have worry about him as much. 

JANE, I sure would like to share your cucumber and onions....I must make that very soon. 

We do get Vadalia Onions here every year and I love them.  I am not fond of the deep fried whole onions as they always seem to hold too much oil.  I would like to try one baked though. 

Oh my, I had a distraction and forgot that I did not finish this and post.....thank goodness it is still here.

Pleasant dreams to all,

Jenny
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on July 25, 2018, 05:23:31 AM
Shirley, no restriction on what is posted here - ever!
But I think many agreed that it would be convenient to have the recipes grouped together in one place, it would be easier to find them again. I would suggest putting the name of each on the subject line of the post, so as not to need opening all the posts.
That new cooking recipes discussion would go in the "Homemaking, Food & Gardening" section of course.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 25, 2018, 07:20:48 AM
Good morning everyone.

We had heavy rain last night just before I went to bed and now just a misty rain. Fire ban is still on and grass is still crunchy under foot.

Yesterday was busy with trips to town and back, vehicle needs a e-brake and they had to order out for that. Should be ready for pick up today . We can bring the snow tires in as they will go with the van too.

I hope not a lot on today other than chasing those darn dust bunnies, one can coral them up but they soon get loose!

June, you are a blessing to this site and as others have said if we are that busy and active in our 90's we will be lucky!!

Jenny, that is great news on all accounts especially your Dad. Glad to read he is progressing  and not looking back.

Jane, your supper sounded interesting. Does water buffalo taste like beef??My Dad liked onions, cucumbers and green peppers in vinegar.
Sweet puppy ,any photos and what did they call him/her?

MaryAnn, I agree too much time on their hands. I had a phone call the other night telling me  my computer was full of viruses , they too have too much time on their hands. I just wish they would get caught.

Shirley, I love hearing what others make and the different ways they are preparing the food. We just finished up a Cabbage Roll casserole and it seemed it tasted better as it aged....about 3 days :) So easy to do it this way too.


Larry, I agree with you on the natural foods better than processed. We just have to remember moderation.  At the moment the rain is pounding down again...love the sound .


Gloria, hope you are well......like you I really don't care for this heat and humidity. Neither do the dogs!


Better get a move on here

Enjoy your day everyone..


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 25, 2018, 07:40:10 AM
Good Morning Everyfriend!  Two things before i forget them again...

JENNY, I'm so happy to hear that your father is doing well.  It must have eased your mind to see for yourself and spend some time with him.  God answers our prayers!

LARRY, the produce department in MY Walmart seems to have Vidalia onions year round.  I'm not sure where they get them but there they are!

We are in for another rainy day with temps remaining in the high 70 and low 80s.  The temps I like.  The rain, I've had enough of.  There are warnings of flash floods very nearby although I didn't see any on my travels yesterday.

I'll be off to Wally World to greet my public this morning.  I'm praying for shorter registers but sometimes it's not possible.  We do what we must.

The doggies got up at their usual time this morning but after their pill, I hit the couch to wait for the boing.  It went off; I shut it off and they let me have another 20 minutes until my alarm went off.  So I'm beginning this day more rested than usual.  Wish me smiles!

I wish you all a lovely day full of whatever pleases you most.  Take the day and make it yours!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 25, 2018, 10:09:18 AM
Bubble, before I forget (this is the day that "forget" is going to win)... I totally agree that recipes should have a special place so people can find them easier than trying to "scroll back" to where someone posted one in here.  I actually thought there was a place like that but since I never seem to have time to go there, I'm not a reliable voter~~  I wanted to get out early to vac the pool, put the rest of that brush in the dumpster, not sure I can get it all in but most.... mower comes tomorrow so must get ready for him.  Then, because I never did get that chili & spaghetti made yesterday, must do that as soon as "outside" is taken care of.  What I'd really like to do is crawl back in bed for a few more zzzzzzzzzzzs.  Sure wish I could find a nice couple to help get me out of this house/yard mess, maybe I could keep up.  This is not a place for a little old lady to maintain without help.  Cool weather would make every job easier, too (are you listening, Mother Nature?)

Mary Ann, you are right, one mouse plugs into a USB port & the others are "wireless" but have a "dongle" that plugs into a port...all I need do is pull the plug, like you said... duh....  ::)

Jenny, so glad your father continues doing so well... probably the difference is he isn't living alone like my father was.  Having someone to talk to all the time is a real blessing.  I tried to talk Dad into getting a dog (like he always had), but he didn't want to worry about one since his yard was not fenced. Such a treat to hear about how spunky your father is... must be where you got "it".

ONWARD!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on July 25, 2018, 10:35:05 AM

Cooking recipes discussion
HERE (https://www.seniorsandfriends.org/homemaking-food-gardening/cooking-recipes-555/msg135146/#msg135146)
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 25, 2018, 10:38:15 AM
 Hi Everyone. There are storms predicted for our area today but they may miss us as they did yesterday.  It is to be another day in the 80's.  The only thing on the schedule for today is we plan on going out for our main meal around lunch time and then Scott plans on coming over this evening for a couple of hours.  I just finished fixing Pat's breakfast and had already emptied the dish washer.  I also folded up some kitchen towels and other related type items.  Other than fill my pill boxes for 2 weeks and take out the trash a little later I don't really have much else I expect to do today. Yesterday was just a nice quiet day of rest. 

Mary Ann, I don't think Pat had a recipe for baked onions but basically used a whole onion peeled and but a hole in the middle to hold some butter and cheese.  I don't remember whether she used any other spices.  I tried to find a recipe like what she made but didn't find any but there are many recipes available online for baked onions.  I don't remember it being caramelized but cooked enough so the onion was soft to cut.  I just like Vidalia onions on sandwiches and don't them them along unless they are part of a cucumber/onion mixture.  I wish Sun could just pop in and say hi or her daughter would do so as we hate to loose touch with folks who has posted here. 

Lloyd, I looked up how long security clearances stay in effect and found the following answer:  A government security clearance requires a periodic reinvestigation every 15 years for a “confidential” clearance, every 10 years for “secret,” and every 5 years for “top secret.” When a clearance is inactivated (because of switching jobs or leaving the military), it can be fairly easy to reinstate within the first 24 months, as long as that falls within the periodic reinvestigation window. When I worked for the General Accounting Office many years ago I had to have a Top Secret clearance and remember the neighbors where I grew up were concerned that someone was coming around asking questions about me. 

roley, I don't remember my folks talking much about rationing and since we lived on a farm and had our own beef and pork and a large garden I am not sure how much they were impacted  for food by it except for things like sugar and flour.  I am sure they were impacted in other areas like tires and fuel.  I remember they had some little plastic tokens called mills or something similar. You obviously have many memories of those war years with your country being attached. 

Jane, as I recall I made the indexes for the recipes and they were alphabetical by type of dish such a meats or desserts.  That was a long time ago.  There was a link to the index like a discussion but the file was saved in a different place on the server than the individual discussions.  If this type of discussion becomes popular here I might try to come up with an Index and maintain it. I will have to check at our Walmart as they probably also stock the Vidalia onions.  Since we are getting most of the groceries from Walmart via the online ordering I don't spend much time in the produce department. 

Sandy, always good to see a posting that says "all is well". 

Shirley, food is a big part of my day and even though I am not a cook I still am interested in food and realize that one day I may have to take over cooking as it is very painful for Pat to be on her feet for more than a few minutes.  I can't remember the last time I had a T-bone steak. I used to watch Food Channel a lot but seldom do anymore as really enjoyed the cooks rather than the chefs or watching someone order in a restaurant and then eat. 

Amy, I liked the "Points to Ponder" although as Mary Ann said I think someone had too much time on their hands.  :)  Pat has made the Cabbage Roll casserole in the past and sometimes just fixed cabbage in the skillet with butter and it was good. I agree that moderation is the key on what we eat.  Sometimes I am not too good with that step. 

June, Pat no longer uses  a cook book but just prints out a recipe she has found on the Internet.  We are glad we have you also and you know you are loved by your family and your many friends whether personally or online.   

Jane, it sounds like you had a very busy day yesterday.  I hope you have a good day at work today and it doesn't tire you too much. 

Jenny, nice that your boys keep you advised of their safe travels and camping experiences.  I hope you don't get flooding with the heavy rains.  I am going to have to look back as I don't remember Bubble mentioning the recipe folder and perhaps she would do the index.  It sounds like your dad is doing very well in his PT. 

Bubble, I remember the recipe discussion got a lot of activity in SN.  I agree that each recipe should be put in a separate posting that was an index would work better.  If this become and active discussion I will coordinate with you about how we want to do an index.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on July 25, 2018, 11:02:32 AM

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Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on July 25, 2018, 11:34:59 AM
Good point about an index, Larry.  I hope you can organize that  :)

Any good recipe to share?
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 25, 2018, 12:40:34 PM
Larry, I looked up Baked Onion recipes and there are recipes galore!  Most are more complicated than yours, some took 1 1/2 hours from start to finish.  I wonder if it could be baked in the microwave and I will check because I have a couple of microwave cookbooks.  I may try one anyway and if it is any good, I'll let you know.  I think with butter, if cooked long enough, it would caramelize anyway.

I tried to finish my sandwich of yesterday but I was not hungry so I will finish it for lunch.

We are headed for another warm day today.  I was sure I heard rain in the night, but the rain on radar is so far east that I doubt it.  Maybe my loveseat is dry now so I can sit on it.

We had ration books during WW II and I think I have one yet.  I also may have a red token for what I don't know, but it is a ration thing.  I think we didn't use much sugar, since we had three books (Dad, Norm and me).  I think we did not suffer from lack of anything.  Yes, we had shoe rationing too.  Probably Norm would have worn out shoes because he was 13 in 1942 when rationing would have started in the US.  I have an old bus token somewhere from when our bus tokens were 12 for $1.  I don't ride the bus anymore but I know the cost is a lot more than 10c.

Mary Ann


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Gloria on July 25, 2018, 01:34:38 PM
Good morning everyone. Well Cox was off  again. Went to turn to Jepardy at 8 last night and got a black screen. No PC or phone either. Finally came on this morning about 10:55. Glad I have a cell phone too incase I had to call out.

JANE  on the news yesterday they showed the flooding in Pa. Looks like the southeast has had way too much rain and in the west too many fires from no rain. Ny daughter has been making zuchini relish for years and I had some and it is very good. My #1 son has too many zucchini this year and my grandson asked my daughter for her recipe. My daughtwer has an easy pickle recipe,with onions in it too. I made it a few times but wit h only 1 small slice of onion.

AMY  never heard of zzucchini marmalade. Oldest son is the only on in the  family who liks marmalade. Would you send me that recipe, I think he would make it. My DIL is not the one who does any canning. Thanks for t hose points to ponder.

BUBBLE  wish I was still able to do canning. I used to do so much of it  and appreciated all that work in the winter months.

JUNE  like you I can no longer cook. What little I do is not from recipes.

JANE  would you share the zucchini casserole with me? Could have a CNA make it for me and my son yesterday asked how many I wanted.

JENNY  like you I will pick  porterhousei that has as big as I can find. Eat the tenderloin first. Glad your Dad is doing so good.

AMY  I am OK as long as I have my AC running. If I didn't have one with all the humidity have no idea how I would survive.

My CNA is here and will not stop talking. Will you to get back later.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 25, 2018, 01:58:58 PM
Gloria, I posted both zucchini recipes in the cooking forum.Hope your son enjoys them.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 25, 2018, 04:14:07 PM
Got home from work...one busy register, one not so busy...and had lunch, fed the doggies a snack and took a little "do nothing" time. 

GLORIA, I haven't tried the zucchini casserole yet.  When I do, I'll let you know and I'll send it to you.  It looks pretty easy to do but I had so much stuff from my daughter's garden to use that I couldn't justify making something else.  With just me here to eat it, it takes a while and I grew up when you didn't throw food away.  If it wasn't fit for the pigs yet, we ate it.  So I find it very difficult to waste anything.

It's still raining here and we're supposed to have severe thunderstorms tonight.  That means I'll be on the sofa with a dog on each side.  Annie just shivers!  I'm watching a war movie on TV.  If the storm doesn't knock it out, maybe we'll have a battle scene to drown out the thunder.  One can hope.

Enjoy the rest of your day!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 25, 2018, 07:52:43 PM

my desktop had to go
to the Mac doctor. the lap
top drives me bonkers. If you don't see much of me you will know why. June

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 25, 2018, 11:14:15 PM
June, sorry about your computer but hope you will have someone get you a mouse to use with your laptop..... they really are the same as your desk top when you put it on a table like the desktop & use a mouse.  I don't even have a big one anymore.  Everyone would miss you.   :tissue:

Well, the rest of the story about that darn hamburger~~  what do you get when you mix chili & spaghetti?  Had both big pots cooking at the same time, kept adding different spices & "stuff"... slipped up when adding some catsup to the chili & put it in the spaghetti sauce.... Caught myself before too much so just a little sweeter than normal.  Added a little more Italian seasoning & when I taste tested, I cut a roll in half, buttered & toasted it in the skillet I had sauted oinions in (more butter). Added garlic powder to the roll & kind of canceled out the catsup.  Hey, can't win 'em all........... I had more pots & pans to wash than I could pile up so had to put away as I washed & dried each. Not going to do this again if I can remember how much WORK it is!  Joan would be dishing out demerits fast & furious!  The chili is really good & doubt if anyone will notice the difference in the spaghetti.

Bedtime, mow day tomorrow so up early to feed cats & unlock gates. God Bless, sweet dreams to all. I'll be glad when summer is over.
:snowball:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Denver on July 26, 2018, 12:17:32 AM
Good evening.....

Storm warnings again tonight, but thankfully we must have been on the edge as it was not bad at all. 

Brian came over this morning to help Bob install a new Nest Camera on the front of our house.  While they were doing the work I was sitting out there supervising.  Three neighbors came over to see what they were doing.  It was good to catch up on how everyone is doing.   We also bought one for the back, but it is going to require special wiring, so the task did not get done, but we know where it is going to go. 

Loving the ability to see and add recipes, thank you, BUBBLE.

JUNE, sorry to read you are without your computer.  I hope you can at least check in and let us know you are OK. 

Oh my, SHIRLEY.  Seems you really had too many irons in the fire with all your cooking.....a little ketchup for this and a little ketchup for that surely did not ruine any of the meals. 

GLORIA, seems you might have to hook up your camera yet!  Do you feel it is a problem in your building or the entire community?  That is a long time outage....seems unnecessary! 

LARRY, we did have a lot of flooding again last night in the metro area.  One lady drowned in a basement apartment where she was there feeding a friend’s pets.  The water just came in too fast and she just could not get out.  Another lady just barely got out of her car before in fell into a sink hole.  Frightening stuff. 

Need to get this posted.

Pleasant dreams to all.

Jenny
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 26, 2018, 06:26:38 AM
Good morning Everyfriend!  Have things on the go this morning and must get moving.  I'll be back later to see what everyfriend is up to.  Have a good day!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 26, 2018, 07:29:06 AM
Good morning everyone.

Slept in AGAIN! Gosh this is getting to be a habit :)  Not much planned for the day, will check to see if the other van is ready to go or not. The garage squeezed us in so I don't want to bother them too much.

Nice sunny day her and I am sure it will warm up fast.

Shirley I am with you...come on winter or even fall would be nice.

Jenny that is so sad to read about that poor lady.

Better boogie.
Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 26, 2018, 08:13:54 AM
 Hi Everyone.  Late last evening we had a nice rain and it was perfect timing as the lawn people were here just yesterday.  It is to get to the low 90's again today but only a slight chance of rain.  I will go to coffee, after a brief stop at Walmart for a prescription, and then picking up my friend at the retirement home.  Yesterday didn't really turn out much like I thought it might.  We decided to not go out to eat (maybe will do so today) and although Scott came over he stayed for only maybe 30 minutes or so as he had been fighting a migraine headache all day long and he thought it was better when he came over but it came back after he got here. 

Jane, nice to see you gave yourself a little "do nothing" time when you got home from work.  We hate to throw food away as well.  Pat has decided she doesn't want to buy anymore of the prepacked small salads as sometimes we have to discard it.  I am sorry about that as it made having a salad a lot easier than starting with the head of lettuce and dealing with the other items.  I saw pictures on the news last night about the terrible flooding in the Harrisburg and surrounding areas.  Sure glad you haven't had to deal with the flooding.  I hope your storm wasn't too bad last night. 

June, I hope your Mac get fixed up soon as we will miss your longer postings. 

Shirley, good advice to June on getting the mouse to use.  I would like the catsup in chili and often just add it at the table.  The last chili Pat fixed she used a recipe for the Instant Pot and the spices were just too much so it needed to be toned down.  It sounds like you have a lot of good eating prepared.  Do you freeze portions for later meals.  Pat recently got some freezer meal trays that are divided into a large section for the entree and two smaller sections for side dishes.  She had enough tuna casserole and side dishes to fix up three of the five containers and they stack nicely on top of each other. 

Jenny, glad to see you didn't get a bad storm last evening.  We had rain but didn't hear any thunder.  It was a very humid day here yesterday.  The Nest cameras are a good idea.  We have a Ring doorbell that has the camera in it and I get a signal each time someone approaches the front door.  It is battery powered so was easy to install and should someone steal it they will replace the unit.  With a fee it saves the video on the company server so could be accessed if ever needed.  It sounds like your neighbors are paying attention to what is going on in the neighborhood and that is good.  Those sink holes are frightening. 

Amy, is the van needing the mechanic the one you are selling to your neighbor?  Nice of the garage to squeeze you in. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Joy on July 26, 2018, 08:23:02 AM
Good morning.  Nice to see the sun shining.  We have had so many days of rain, rain and more rain.  Lots of flooded areas all around.  They are still predicting some scattered showers for the next couple days, but nothing as bad as we had the past couple days. 

I am feeling somewhat better from some annoying problems I have had for a while now. I did go to a urologist on Tues, and hopefully, he will be able to solve the problems.  Still so tired, tho.

I will have to go look up the zucchini marmalade recipe. That sounds so good.  One of the ladies who lived here made a good zucchini relish. I never got to get the recipe, but I am sure there are lots to be found. 

I have a meeting this morning to fill out the paperwork to renew my lease.  I will be here 11 years in November.   And, I wasn't going to stay when I first came here.  I still miss my condo.....especially  my own washer and dryer and my nice balcony.   But, have to live with what I have.

Hope everyone will have a great day.

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 26, 2018, 09:42:48 AM
Went to the grocery store early this morning and discovered that 7 a.m. is a good time to shop my WM. 

LARRY, I bought a Vidalia onion. 

When I got home I mixed up the quick sweet bread that I found on line yesterday and it's in the oven right now.  Also making doggie food.  And later I'm going to attack some weeds that had the audacity to appear between the cracks in my driveway. 

After that...we'll see.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Sandy on July 26, 2018, 11:38:50 AM
Good Morning Everyone from the warm,
but extremely humid, rocky coast of Maine. 

Makes going out very unpleasant  so I am staying
in again today, except for a short trip down to
the thrift shop underneath me.    That is always
fun!

Wishing that the dryer air  will quickly return,  but it looks
like that could be a slow process.   

Have a good day,  everyone.
Sandy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 26, 2018, 01:08:47 PM
'alas....lost my message...all is well, so happy to read your messages.prayers for those that need them and love to you all. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Denver on July 26, 2018, 02:10:27 PM
Good morning....barely!  The time just passes so quickly. 

We had a lot of activity on the camera to view this morning!  A storm early this morning with a lot of thunder and lightening to view as well as several walkers going by. 

LARRY, we had already installed a nest door bell a couple of months ago.  We can watch on our iPhone or iPad what is going on when we are away.  It is great to see a delivery and know a package has arrived, as you know.  These things are fun entertainment but can certainly be helpful if some bad activity is going on as well.  I am sorry Scott had to cut the visit short due to his miagrain. 

JOY, good to see your post.  Glad your problem is improving...and after your doc visit it might be better. Funny how quickly the years pass and even though you miss your condo, it appears your home is working out for you now.  I would certainly miss having my own washer and dryer too! 

AMY, I slept in this morning also and it frightened me to see the time when I woke up!  Not like me to be so deep in sleep, but I guess my body needed it!  I hope the call that your van is ready came soon after you posted.

We have a condo meeting this afternoon so I had best get something done before it is time to go.

Enjoy your day, EVERYFRIEND.

Jenny

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lindancer on July 26, 2018, 02:28:33 PM
Good Afternoon, and in and out day.  Humidity is very high

Larry, I think Henrick, Farrah and Taffy have gotten us well trained :2funny:

Jenny flash floods are awful, so many people are caught in cars. we had the flash flood up state yesterday. Predicted here but we only got light rian, no 4 inches which they said we would get

Mary Ann, I am just hooked on some of the cams they have, I check out Time Sq. every night and NY Harbor, I like to watch the Cruise ships go out by the Lady in the Harbor. also the NY sky line

June . we are all sending you extra hugs till you get back to us. Does the complex have an extra computers, like in the Library for common use.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 26, 2018, 02:40:38 PM
I posted a recipe for a sweet bread over in recipes.  It has only 3 ingredients and is so easy to change the flavor.  And it was delicious.  It took me about 5 minutes at the most to whip it up and 25 minutes to bake.  The hardest part is waiting for the ice cream to soften enough to mix.  Eating it is the fastest and the easiest part! 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Carol on July 26, 2018, 03:34:03 PM
Joy:  Good to know you are feeling better.  Take care. 

Jane:  It must be hard to cook for yourself.  I had problems when going from a family of six and all the recipes were for a dozen people.  I still go to the extra-large pots & make double baking because one can always be frozen or given to a neighbor. 

Jenny:  Some storms around here - very sad stories too.  Manitou Springs is always a dangerous place.

Jane:  Did you eat all the ice cream before letting it thaw for the recipe?  Good for you.  Just buy more next time. 

I wish that we had instant karma when a robo phone call comes through. 

Next month, I have to call in and check if Jury Duty is for me.  No one on earth has been called as many times as me - well, it seems like it.  Once, I was stuck until the wee hours of the morning with one man smoking cigars - it was awful.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 26, 2018, 05:19:12 PM
No, CAROL, I didn't eat the ice cream.  I ate a lot of the bread after it baked.  And was definitely "more-ish".  I know what you mean about the difficulty of cooking for one but I tend to make things that I can freeze in dinner amounts for when I don't feel like cooking.  Cooking has always been a tension reliever for me.  I always feel better after I cook something.  And you're right.  It's nice to share!  And I think that's part of the reason I've stayed healthy.  I don't eat out much and I don't order in! 

Now I'm thinking about supper and I think I'm just going to have one of the tomatoes my neighbor brought me and some of the cucumbers and onions that I made up from those my daughter brought me.  And maybe I'll have the other ear of corn I bought Tuesday.  Sounds like a good supper to me.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 26, 2018, 06:19:25 PM
Bad storm going through. Power out working off of generator. Tree down causing arching and fire.. going to be long night!!!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 26, 2018, 07:01:51 PM
Amy, on my radar, it shows the storm going SE and it looks like it will be in northern New York, away from you.  I hope!

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 26, 2018, 07:17:57 PM
Mary Ann, we just had it! Thunder lightning and pounding rain....we got off lucky. Folks in other area may be without power for a while as their sub station is on fire!!

Heading to the hidey hole as I know Janie would put some cake in there...too much excitement here!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 26, 2018, 08:25:22 PM
Cake in the Hidey Hole!  Help yourselves! Butter Pecan flavor!  Wonder what flavor I'll do next?  Maybe black raspberry?
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 26, 2018, 10:16:56 PM
good Night everyone.well we just had barley had enough rain to barley settle the dust. good night and sweet dreams.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 27, 2018, 06:29:31 AM
Good Morning Everyfriend!  I'll be back later.  Today is a WM day.  Wish me smiles and short lines!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 27, 2018, 06:39:31 AM
Good morning everyone.

Goodness what a night for storms, if you missed the first one another one came along..

Today the van should be ready to go....they had to put an e cable on it and that had to be brought in. Will do a bit of shopping while in town early to be the crowds then home to maybe tidy up the sewing room.
No food is wasted here either, what we or the dogs don't eat,crow will gladly clean it up :)

Janie fast short lines and lots of smiles for you today.

Gloria, when the power went out last evening and we were on generator I put a fan on for both dogs that were on my bed.

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Gloria on July 27, 2018, 07:29:10 AM
Good morning everyone. My son took me to visit The vampire  yesterday then took me to his house where my DIL had breakfast cooking for us. Nice surprise. Got home just as my CNA was walking toward the door. Of course by the time we got up here my back was agony so she gave me a wonderful back massage and then I lay on the couch and was almost asleep when she left and I did fall asleep. I woke to my phone ringing, my daughter wondering why I was not on Skype. So got up and tuned PC on and we had a short chat and I went back to the couch. Does not pay for me to go out anymore.

JENNY  this area was up in arms about Cox being down. Not the first time this has happened this year. They are getting worse but we cannot change to Fios in this building.  Even the buttons in the foyer did not work because Cox has charge of those, too.

AMY   when lights go out here their generator will keep the hall lights on and even the elevator will be working.

Have a good day, keep cool and dry.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 27, 2018, 08:36:40 AM
Gloria that is what goes with old age. not what it is cracked up to be.so now you know what you have to look forward to when you get old. not the age that bothers me it is the long hours and the miles took tool on me. and getting motivated that slows me down. sun is shining and headed back up to more heat here. have a great day everyone.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 27, 2018, 08:59:51 AM
 Hi Everyone.  Our high temperature is suppose to get to 90 degrees again today with the possibility of more afternoon showers.  We did have a nice shower yesterday right after noon.  We had decided to wait until mid-afternoon to go to Wifesaver's for our main meal of the day and by then the rains were over.  Today the housekeeper will be here and that is all that is on the schedule.  I don't expect to go anywhere today.  I am well into an ebook and another audio book so will probably spend time on both today. 

Joy, glad to see the weather conditions are improving in your area. 

Jane, I usually go to Walmart around 9 am as that is the time the pharmacy opens, which is often why I go there.  I find that is also a good time to go although there are always a lot of cars in the parking lot.  I usually go through the self-check out section unless I am closer to a cashier and don't want to walk to the other end of the store.  I forgot to look yesterday whether there were any Vidalia onions at Walmart.  However, I don't think Pat needs any onions yet.  We have some of those audacious weeds down here as well.  Fortunately, the lawn man pulled them when he was here this week.  I had the opportunity to talk with him and thanked him for doing that.  I saw your recipe for the bread using ice cream and am sure it would be very good but I think I still prefer the ice cream cold. 

Carol, I think I have mentioned that Pat just got some divided container trays to fix frozen meals and they can be used in the oven or microwave.  We are going to try them out tonight for our dinner with the tuna casserole and the two vegetables Pat fixed in them and froze a few days ago.  I think these are going to work very well for us.  Unfortunately they come five to a package so think she will order 5 more so we have an even number.  They stack nicely on top of each other in the freezer.  Do you have to serve jury duty if you are over 70?  We do not here in Georgia or South Carolina.  I have been on at three or four juries over the years but could not physically handle doing that anymore. 

Amy, glad to see you survived the bad storm without damage.  You are getting good use out of your generator.  Feeding any leftovers to the crows sounds like what we did on the farm when we could through the left overs, bones, etc. over the barn yard fence.  What is an e cable?

Gloria, too bad your have to pay such a price to get out and about with your back.  It was nice to have the surprise breakfast. 

Lloyd, that kind of rain really doesn't do much good.  Hope you had a good night last night.   

Sandy, I hope you found a bargain of something you wanted at the thrift store.  We are now having a lot of humidity here also. 

June, always glad to see you posting and see that all is well.  Do you know when you will get your desktop MAC back?

Jenny, can you adjust the range as to how far out your camera goes?  I can on the Ring doorbell cam and usually just a car going by won't trigger it but the garbage or other large trucks do.  Does your system do a continuous video feed?  I expect you are still recovering from your trip to Phoenix. 

deAngel, this has apparently been a difficult time for the weather forecasters.  The rains here have been so spotty that they may have a heavy rain just a few miles from us and we get nothing or vice versa.  However, we have been blessed with sufficient rain this year and everything is still very green. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Carol on July 27, 2018, 11:47:07 AM
We had a call last night after 10 pm and it was our daughter saying she had been offered a new job - the reason for the late call was her new boss was in India.  She can work out of her home or go to San Francisco or other areas.  We had one other nice piece of news yesterday - only one more praying about.

I made a different oatmeal last night by soaking it and spices in the fridge.  It just isn't as flavorful as the Steel cut oatmeal made in the crockpot overnight. 

Jane:  Our closest WM now has only 1 human checking out and several helping in the self-check section.  I like to talk to the human.  Yes, I did learn the machine - I don't like it.  It isn't fun.

Larry:  What is the name of the dividers and where can they be found?   Thanks  What makes you think I am over 70?   8)

Paramedics are in the neighborhood.  They arrive with a full fire truck and another rescue squad - they are super people! 

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 27, 2018, 03:23:04 PM
Got home from work very tired again.  I had lots of smiles but two loooong and bizzzzeeee registers today.  We now only have 2 express registers left in the store.  The rest are all belt registers or self check.  I think I'm being forced out! 

I bought more ice cream to try another flavor of sweet bread.  This time it will be mint chocolate chip...my all time favorite! 

Didn't get a nap in but the dogs are taking care of that for me.  They are both under the desk snoring! 

I hope you are all having a great day!  We have thunderstorms on the way tonight.  Scared doggies!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 27, 2018, 06:20:28 PM
Time seems to have wings as it sure flies anymore it seems.  Vehicle is still not ready, so Mon will be the day. I managed to get to the store before it became a sardine can, picked up a dozen cobs of corn 12 for $2.00 which sure beats the 89 cents a cob they were asking. we had some for supper and oh my was it good, gave the neighbour 6 cobs and hope they also like it. I was going to go pick beans but the plants are still wet from the rain we had ,maybe tomorrow I can pick .

Going to go sew for a bit.[ /size]
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 27, 2018, 10:16:21 PM
I squeezed in a short nap and the thunderstorms never materialized.  The dogs are happy and I'm grateful but the threat isn't over yet.  I suppose they'll materialize just as I'm drifting off to sleep and I'll have 2 dogs plastered fast to me. 

I hope you all had a great day today and that you are blessed with a happy tomorrow.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 27, 2018, 10:51:02 PM
[colornavy][/color]Had another crummy day...dizzy....tired. I pray tomorrow I will wake up and find June in my bed...no more of this old lady. I was not told when I would get my desktop back..they said a few days....

Gloria de, we have computers in our library but I never a need to use one, and now I am telling myself this is the time to learn the lap top.It was a gift from mu kids so it would be shameful not to make good use of it.

I am so thankful I can still visit with all of you...my beloved friends.

Love, Hugs and Prayers. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on July 28, 2018, 03:01:20 AM
Posting for Jane

This is Great Granddaughter Emma at 3 1/2 months.HERE (https://www.seniorsandfriends.org/photos-and-more/photos-old-and-new/msg135393/#msg135393)
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 28, 2018, 07:11:55 AM
Good morning everyone.
Overcast morning here, I hope to have laundry drying on the line in a bit. Beans need to be picked when the plants are dry.Just usual housework here today.
Jane, I didn't get any cherries canned so far this year. Store is asking 3.00 a lb for them paid 1.69 last year. Maybe they will come on sale a bit later.
June, when I came on your smiling face was in the random image,.so nice to see. Knowing you,you will master that lap top.

Larry e cable =emergency brake cable.

Enjoy your day everyone.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 28, 2018, 07:32:32 AM
Good Morning Everyfriend!  I feel a bit more rested today.  I slept pretty well last night.  It was raining when I went to bed and while the yard is wet this morning, the streets and sidewalks are dry and we are not supposed to have any more rain until sometime next week.  I might just get the weed whacker out and see what it wants to do.

AMY, I haven't done any cherries yet either.  The local ones were going at $4.00 a quart box and I bought one to eat.  The shipped in ones are always available and they are going at $2.78 a pound.  I might get some of those to make brandied cherries for Christmas gifts.

I guess I better get this day started.  Cathy told Chirsty in my presence that she hasn't been to the Amish store in a long time.  I'm hoping that means she plans to go today and if she does, I'm going along.  And if the cherries are cheaper there, I'm buying.

JUNE, keep up the good work!  You're doing very well!  We miss you when you're not here.  Sure hope you find that "other" JUNE today!

Have a great day Everyfriend!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 28, 2018, 07:54:06 AM
well Larry I was going to say JaneS and AMY are hogging all the rain but JaneS
says she is not getting the rain either. so must be AMY we sure are not getting any here. they did get a little in KC MO but did not send any down to us. this getting old is not what it is cracked up to be. I worked most all of the day getting the throttle cable off of the tractor to take to shop and get it freed up.
Gave up and went and bought a new one and were they proud of it, $100.10.
was wore out when we got home so it is on the agenda for today. My friend Bob came by and figured out what was wrong with my four wheeler and got it to work again. I sure need it to get back and fourth to shop and go check on cattle. friends are sure great, just hope I am as good to and for them. have a great day everyone.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 28, 2018, 08:18:26 AM
while eating our morning meal Nancy and I were reminiscing. talking about a good friend now deceased. he used to say good old days heck only thing about the good old days was you had a strong back and a weak mined. my back is not even strong anymore either.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 28, 2018, 09:44:05 AM
 Hi Everyone.  It looks like we are in for another hot and humid day with not much likelihood of any rain.  This was one of those morning I didn't want to arise and get going.  The only thing I plan to do today, besides the morning chores in the kitchen and getting Pat's breakfast, is to attend a meeting this morning.  I hope to watch some golf later this afternoon.  About the only thing I completed yesterday was to finish the ebook I was reading and also listen to a couple of hours of my audio book.  We did get a very pleasant and unexpected surprise yesterday when I got the mail as there was a check in the mail from our local hospital for a sizeable amount marked as having been a refund.  There was no indication what it related to and I have to wonder if an audit was performed on last year showing we had been over billed.  I don't expect the mail to be as friendly today.

Carol, how exciting for your daughter.  Do you think she will opt to work from her home?  I usually don't see more than 2 or 3 checkers at our Walmart.  Carol the divided containers are:  Portion/Perfect 3 Compartment Meal Prep Containers - Super Tough, Airtight, 40% Thicker BPA Free Bento Box For Adults | Reusable & Guaranteed Not To Melt in Microwave Or Dishwasher | New Set Of 5  and she got them at Amazon.  They worked perfectly last night to reheat in the microwave and they are dishwasher safe.  Pat will order another set.  The meals are much better than TV dinners since they contain homemade food and in just the right proportions. I am just guessing you are over 70 since I have know you for quite awhile.  If I am wrong feel free to correct me. 

Jane, I think we may be seeing robots replacing people in a lot of places.  Amazon, with their Whole Food markets now, don't even require a check out person as as you get the item it is automatically added to the bill so that when you leave the store the amount is automatically charged to your credit card.  I notice that McDonald's and other places now have order kiosks to place your order and I think you can also pay at the kiosks.  They will likely be using robots to cook the food and then place it on the counter for people.  Things are advancing very quickly.  Mint chocolate chip sounds so good and I bet that bread will be delicious.  Hope you got rested up last night after your hard day at the registers.  That great granddaughter is sure growing quickly and such a beautiful baby.  Bubble, thanks for posting it for Jane so we all can share it.

Amy, the last sweet corn ears I saw in the markets looked all dried up and very small and I think our season here is perhaps over. 

June, sure hope today find you not as tired and you found June in your bed this morning when you woke up.  :)  As you use the laptop more it will become easier and I will be surprised if you don't like it. 

Shirley, I so regret not being able to be around my great grandchildren and they are not babies anymore.  Thank goodness for pictures.  I hope are area avoided any storms. 

Jackwv, it must be wonderful to be a child and get to discover the world around them.  If only children could be allowed to enjoy the innocence of childhood longer.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 28, 2018, 12:10:13 PM
Cathy did go to the Amish market and I went with her.  We got a container of Bryer's Coffee flavor ice cream to share so we can both try the sweet bread with it.  I have 2 small loaves ready to go in the oven as soon as it beeps.  Since I had to put my half of the ice cream in a container anyway, I decided to use that one and save the Mint Chocolat chip for later in the week. 

I got some other good bargains and I'm a happy shopper!

Larry, I'm going to check out those containers too.  I have some but I only use them for storage.  I take the food out and put it on a plate to reheat.  I don't trust the containers.  It would save dishes to use Pat's kind. 

Ooops, the oven is ready.  I'll report later on the flavor.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 28, 2018, 12:23:23 PM
Larry, Tom is much younger than you (he's 61) and he burns his candle at both ends.  I am trying to get him to slow down.  Fortunately, my needs are few but he does a lot for and with friends.  It is the "for" I'd like him to do less.  Helping others is a wonderful trait, but he comes home exhausted and doesn't have instant recovery.  I really want him to last longer than I do.

The containers that Pat uses sound good and I'm going to look into them.  We sometimes have enough left over from a meal that would make another meal.

As for robots replacing so many people, soon, it seems to me, the only workers will be those who invent something that they can manufacture themselves.  It sounds good, but I fear for so many workers being displaced with no where to go. 

Lloyd, your back may not be good but your mind seems to be working good.

I feel fortunate that when I wake up, I know it is me in my bed, June, so I hope you find yourself in your bed this morning.  It is nearly 9:30 am your time now.

Jane, I commented on Emma in another folder; she is a cutie.

Being Saturday, there is a lot of activity at Grand Haven today, many boats, some surf boards and there are people on the beach although you can't see many for the trees.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 28, 2018, 12:42:49 PM
good morning neighbors !That other June  woke up whirring brain , so I paused then started to bathroom and nearly tipped over,so paused and carefully continued on to do the necessaries. As the morning moves along I'm feeling more normal. I will go down for a  b.p. check.

I'm messing up with the lap top so rather than get angry, I'll give it a rest,   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Gloria on July 28, 2018, 01:35:14 PM
Good morning everyone, could be I am finally feeling more rested since a week ago when My DIL took me shopping. Was sluggish all week and then going to the vampire this past Thursday was bad. #2 son came after work yesterday because he has work to do today. Grandson is having the 3rd birthday party for my greatgrand today. Rain in forecast and possible thunderstorms later. Hope that doesn't happen till everyone leaves the party because it will be held outside. Monday I have a doctor appointment so no CNA that day. Monday is also an inspection by the fire chief here. He doesn't check all of them but mine has not been checked since I have been here. He comes in the late morning and my ride will pick my up at noon. Hope that will be the end of going out  for awhile. This old woman cannot take it anymore.

LLOYD  I am older than you but you had rougher roads than me.I never had accidents like you had.

LARRY  I know I have to keep moving or spend the rest  of my like in a wheelchair or in be. I will be asking for different pain pills Monday, the ones I have just do not work at all anymore and I dislike  taking them. All are based on the ingridiens in Tylenol  and  Tylenol never worked for me. No one seems  to care. Those freezer dishes sound great to me. I like freezing meals for later and one CNA is a good cook. Do you have the link for them?

JANE  at least the nearest Walmart here still has people at the checkouts. At least the last time I was there a few months ago.

BUBBLE  thanks for the link.

JANE Emma is beautiful.  She sure looks like she is interested in something out that window.   AMY  cherries around here are almost $6.00  pound. I only bought 1 pound but they were very good. Will not get more.

LLOYD  like that strong back and weak mind.  Well my back is weak now does it mean my brain in now strong?

LARRY  I did not want to get out of bed this morning either, woke just after 6 and rolled over and fell asleep and next time I woke was 11am. Now I just finished breakfast or should I call it brunch?

JANE  I never put plastic containers with food in the microwave. I freeze in the plastic containers and make sure the food in cold before putting in the containers.

MARY ANN  like you I worry about my younger son. He works hard and goes home and does the laundry and all the cooking. His wife and daughter do nothing. I can see how tired he is when he comes here every week end and I keep telling him he does not have to. I think coming here is a break for him. When I lived in the apartment in his house her would come upstairs after getting home from work and seemed to like talking about his day. My oldest grandson, my daughter's oldest son  42, works long hours at times 70 hours a week. He is a bachelor with a house, a fixer upper, that he is working on.He and my son are both working much too hard.

JUNE  just take it easy. we want you around a long time with us.

Think it is way past time for me to get dressed for the day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: June Drabek on July 28, 2018, 07:57:35 PM
Gloria, I went down to have my b.p checked and it was a better reading. Nurse wanted to have some tests done, so she pricked my finger and that was a good reading
then had the lab come in and draw two vials of blood, then she gave me what was used for a urinalysis but those tests haven't come back yet. I feel much, much better this evening so perhaps the  dizziness is going away.I may go down for a Hymn singalong after supper.

Have a good evening dear friends . Hugs, Love and Prayers. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 28, 2018, 08:56:43 PM
Good Evening Everyfriend!  I did attack the weeds and I made my way about 2/3 of the way around the fence before I tuckered out.  So I left the weed whacker there and went inside to do some things. 

Then the guy called to say they would like to deliver my new FREE freezer tomorrow morning sometime between 8 and noon.  I hesitated because I usually go to church at 8.  But I quickly decided that if God had figured a way for me to get a FREE freezer, he'd understand if I stayed home to welcome it.  So, if you think of it, say an extra prayer on my behalf. 

After I STUFFED the freezer in my fridge and confined all the rest of my freezer contents to a plastic crate and a basket, I fed the dogs and myself and was watching a movie on TV.  I remembered that my weed whacker was still in the yard.  So I went out and decided I had a little energy left and went on down the fence.  It didn't take me long to figure out that I was out of whatever that stuff is that cuts the weeds.  So I've had a short reprieve until I can get to the hardware store for a new spool. 

And that's the rest of my day.  Was it Paul Harvey who used to say "An that's the rest of the story"?  Good night, sweet dreams and a good tomorrow to all of you.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 28, 2018, 10:02:37 PM
I came to yell for help & find y'all have been very busy & interesting today & almost forgot my question.

Jane, FREE is a beautiful word & hope this is a for real moment and can hardly wait to hear the rest of the story~~ I do think God will understand.  I missed church last Sunday because of a dead battery & then managed to sleep through the morning, thought I was only going to nap. Sleeping is much more regular in winter when cats can run outside during the day & we all sleep at night.

Gloria, guess we can't understand these "girls" that don't think marriage & working is a partnership.... I had a rule that "if Dad was working, nobody could sit & watch TV or do nothing.... everyone checked to see if they could be of help.  I figured we all had our 8 hour day, just like he did, so after hours we could keep on working as long as he did.  They all learned what it was to have a "regular" job and what it took to keep house, cars & clothes up & running.  My hours started before theirs & lasted long after they all went to bed, but I did take a little time out during the day to paint & earn extra money. Taking care of the house, food & all was MY JOB & I put in more than any 8 hours, for sure, but that is the way my husband wanted it.

Mary Ann, my oldest son also helps everyone (including me)... I pay him serious money or tell him I won't let him know if I have a problem and "he'll feel bad if I get cheated".  He will be 58 in Nov., my daughter is 62.  My youngest son will come whenever I call him for help but makes no bones about not having enough time to do things I can hire done.  Last week I asked him if he had time to adjust a couple sprinkler heads for me (something he could do in his sleep), knowing just the service call is $100 & time & parts would have been extra.... so I insisted he take the $100 & felt it justified... but I had to insist because I called & he came!  Like I tell them when they help, "I have 3 kids & when one does something to help & not the others... I feel better paying them NOW".  I know when my parents needed help a sister & brother that lived closest did a lot more than I did & they were rewarded. Like you, it's nice to have "family" to depend on.

OH, almost forgot what I wanted to ask.  I have a new sweatshirt with zipper from top to bottom.... & that little tab at the bottom, the part that fits into the slider... came off in the washer.  Boo-hoo... I've Googled & can't find anything that looks like it & don't know what it is called. Not the "stopper" for the slider but other side that slides in to let it zip. I find zipper repair kits but to me they don't look like that little metal (metal zipper) on the opposite side of the slider.... is included in any kit.  I have a down coat that lost the same part & can't tell you how many other items over the years that have been broken the same way.  I think probably because the slider part is stronger & when I sit down in the car & zipper closed, it pulls against that little piece & the item is left with a little kind of melted plastic over the fabric on the zipper but metal part missing. Anyone know what it's called?  Not worth paying to have it repaired, if it can be done it can't be that difficult if I can find the part.  All suggestions welcome! 

Weather guesser says we will have T-storms during the night so going to try to barricade cats in the other end of the house so I don't have to worry about them or have them wake me up to check radar like last night!  Sweet dreams & God Bless..... Shirley
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 29, 2018, 03:59:22 AM
well I am just up for a drink of water,dry mouth from breathing Machine,And
Back for some more ZZZ's. weather guesser says thunder storms for us , but
none so far. would be nice tho. we are very dry here. sweet dreams for the rest of the night I hope.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 29, 2018, 04:11:29 AM
Lloyd, I woke up to thunder & lightning... one cat at the door came rushing in but the other must be hunkered down in his favorite hidey hole & won't come out until it's all over.  Computer shows radar faster than TV & it is really all bright red/yellow & green.  So far we have 74 mph winds just to the west, entering Wichita & looks like plenty more to come.  Be glad to send it on your way but right now it is going to MY southeast.  I'd better go get flashlights ready.  Like you, we need the rain.... BUT......got a feeling this is one of those times you'd better watch what you pray for!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: roley on July 29, 2018, 06:02:44 AM
https://youtu.be/V5tAD8qJVO4

Hope you enjoy this guided tour. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 29, 2018, 06:47:24 AM
Good morning everyone.

Looks like more rain here, wish I could send it to Lloyd!

Need to check on a chipping sparrow baby, found him last evening when I went to the garden. Picked him up and put him in the open trailer for safety but ended up getting a plant pot, lining it with soft fur and hope he made it through the night.

Shirley would like help to find the right part?

http://www.zippersource.com/parts/

If you have a fabric store, sewing centre near take your top with you and see if they can tell you where to find the parts. You may even find a lady to fix it for you.

Roley, thank you for the lovely tour.Nice to not have to leave home to see this.

Jane, I hope these fellows will take your old freezer away and you won't have to deal with it.

Enjoy your day everyone..

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 29, 2018, 06:53:32 AM
Good morning Everyfriend!  I'm up and dressed and ready for my delivery this morning.

ROLEY, thank you for the cathedral tour this morning.  I'm going to miss church this morning and I'm wondering if my visit to Yorkminster might count in my favor?

SHIRLEY, it truly IS a FREE freezer.  Our electric utility company has a program that sends people out to do an energy check of Seniors homes.  I filled out the paper work months ago and about 2 weeks ago a very nice gentleman called to ask if that day was ok for the energy check.  They check your windows, light bulbs, water faucets, appliances and much more.  His check took about an hour and a half and then he DID things.  The result was that all my appliances passed except my freezer which was very old.  He ordered a new one for me.  He also changed about 20 light bulbs to the new kind they are recommending that are super expensive.  He cleaned the coils on my A/C, wrapped the pipes on my water heater, installed a gas detector, put water saving devices on all my faucets, and I'm sure I've forgotten something.  The FREE freezer is the result of his visit!

I ran across this program by accident and you can apply on line.  when I did, I remember thinking, "I'm probably not eligible".  Seems I am. 

Right now, the doggies are waiting for the boinger for their breakfast and I'm trying to move some things out of his way.  Also need to clean up my office a bit. 

Enjoy your day Everyfriend!

ADDED NOTE:  AMY, you have to sign a paper that they can remove the old freezer that didn't pass the energy check so it doesn't reappear in use and continue to sap energy.  When I told my daughter that she said "Is that MY old freezer?"  I said, "Yes, I hope you don't want it back."  Her answer..."NO WAY"
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 29, 2018, 07:57:34 AM
 Hi Everyone.Hi everyone.  It is a bright and sunny morning with some possibility of rain later today.  The only thing on my schedule for today is Church this morning.  Pat will not be going as she has been fighting a cold for the last two or three days.  After Church I will pick up something to eat for our main meal of the day.  I did attend my meeting yesterday morning and then stopped at Arby's for lunch and the rest of the day was pretty quiet.  I did prepare the salads for our salad dinner last night. 

I am going to run out of time this morning so will have to come back later today to read the postings and add any comments I want to make regarding them.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 29, 2018, 08:16:01 AM
I am posting this for Jenny who emailed me yesterday saying she wasn't having any success.  When I tried I got error messages and the same result this morning but since I was able to post above will just retype what she sent:

Oh my...have I ever had a hard time posting.  I wrote a post Thursday night that would not post...and it has kept me locked into that spot...I could never post the post, but when you all started posting again I was able to read them all.  Relogged in, and was lag, here I am!

LARRY, yes we can adjust the range and we can watch what the doorbell and camera out front sees for 5 days... but we have to pay for this service.  The camera out front will track the movement.  We continue to adjust the front one to make sure it is showing us only what we want.  It is an expensive TOY, but there is an amount of security to it as well.  We are enjoying them!

Jane smiling for you as I see you did get to go to the Amish Market today!

CAROL, what wonderful news you have shared about your daughter.

LLOYD, we reminisce ALL the time, and it is shocking how many of our friends and loved ones are gone!  I posted about getting a call from one of my closest first Cousins Thursday Night, from the care home where she has been moved to.  She was so upset and crying that I could hardly understand her.  She was scared and did not know who of her children moved her there---it was an awful conversation.  She has dementia and after having a hip replacement and being in rehab for two weeks the powers that be said she was to sever to return to her home to live alone.  These "rusting years" sure aren't what we all might have hoped for.  The worst part of this I feel is, she cared for her husband that had Parkinson's for years...he passed away in April and she just went down hill fast from there.  Very sad!

JUNE, I am sorry the "June Impostor" has been taking over your life...You made me happy when I read you are more than willing to try to use your lapatop.  I think you are doing GREAT and we sure enjoy your posts.

We are trying to decide when we are going to go to Vail to stay with Kurt and the boys.  I want to go today, but hubby is dragging his feet!

Tomorrow is our 51st Wedding Anniversary...how a year has passed since our BIG party is beyond me.  The speed that time is passing it is frightening me!

You all enjoy your Saturday.

Jenny
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 29, 2018, 11:21:45 AM
Shirley if you can take the high winds out of it and send the rain on. we only have had 2 tenth so far it is cloudy still so pray god lets it leak without the wind.
I slept in big time this AM. never woke up until 1/4 after nine. broke eggs in skillet with butter. kept raising up the edge and letting it run under until I had it where i could flip it over. then i put it on a flower tortilla shell with some pickle relish rolled it up and ate it. it relay hit the spot. have a great day everyone.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Denver on July 29, 2018, 07:39:12 PM
A good Sunday to all.

I am happy to see that I truly can now post.  Thank you, LARRY, for posting my message for me.  I sure did not mean for you to have to retype it to get it posted. 

Today has been very nice being in Vail with Son Kurt and the two grand boys!  We were made the most delicious breakfast.  We went into Vail to the farmers market......so many vendors and so many people.  Unbelievable.  Kurt took us to our favorite German Restaurant for a early dinner, then we rode the gondola to the top of Vail Mountain.  It was a spectacular view.  We certainly enjoyed our 51st Wedding Anniversary. 

We are sitting out on the deck listening and watching Gore Creek.  There are dozens of Hummingbird flying all around.  I wish I could take a few of them home with me as we have very few this year.

I hope you all enjoyed a wonderful Sunday.

Jenny
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 29, 2018, 09:13:18 PM
Hello Everyfriend!  I'm just checking in before I get ready for bed.  It's been a busy day and tomorrow will also be busy.  My plan is to get to bed a bit early.

My new freezer arrived this morning and transferring everything gave me a chance to take inventory.  So now I know what I have but it wasn't an easy job. 

Tomorrow I have a session at the hospital Balance Center to try to deal with the "rocks in my head" that threw me off balance last week.  Then I have a 4 hour shift behind the checkout at WM.  Wish me smiles!

Good Night my friends.  Sleep peacefully and wake refreshed.  God be with you!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on July 29, 2018, 10:31:41 PM
Good night and sweet dreams. hope to see you all tomorrow. we still need rain bad , it keep's fizzling out before it gets here. we did get two tenths last night
but it did not even settle the dust. we did make another batch of home made
ice cream to keep care of our sweet teeth.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 29, 2018, 10:54:28 PM
Happy Anniversary to Jenny & Bob!  Sounds like a perfect day & I can picture it, having been there in Vail a number of times myself. I have not been to that Farmer's Market but would be top of my list of "to dos".

Jane, I've heard about those power check ups & so glad it worked for you!  After Cas died I caught sales on those LED lights & replaced about every light in the house.  The people we bought the house from had big power guzzlers (like 10 of the 150 watt recessed in the master bedroom suite).... so bright I never turned them on because we preferred the floor lamps with 3 way bulbs by LazyBoys to read & other lamps by computer, etc.) With the LEDs I figure I won't have to replace them for 20 years & I'm in a new world. My electric bill really dropped, such as I had a $200. bill this month & neighbor complained about her $400. for about same size house. Good for you taking charge!  My plan for getting to bed early fizzled out.... I had a good nap, woke up to youngest son calling & now time to feed cats (& me) before going back to bed. A day of rest for me! Good thoughts for your rocks in your head... hope it's nothing serious.

Larry, thanks for keeping all of us together... helping everyone (like posting for Jenny).... You have a busy life compared with mine. I am a real "slug" during the summer months & know I should be doing more walking to keep muscles stronger but can't push myself to use the treadmill.  Got a whole room of work out equipment & it doesn't do it on it's own!   :crazy2:

Must go check on cats, they didn't get their walk to the river tonight.... they are outside & may run away from home as much as they have been neglected today!  Sweet dreams & God Bless to all.

Lloyd, you "snuck" in here as I tried to post.  We got about half an inch last night so... better than nothing!

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 30, 2018, 07:07:41 AM
Good Morning Everyfriend!  And Good Morning also from Amy.  I had an email from her saying that she is also getting the error message when she tries to post.  I think she's feeling isolated!  I hope she works it out and gets back to join us.

I'll be off to the Balance Center this morning.  I sure hope they find something they can fix. 

JENNY, it sounds like you had a lovely day to celebrate your Anniversary.  I'm happy for you and Bob.

I'll try to check back but if I can't it's going to be a busy day.  Enjoy yours!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Gloria on July 30, 2018, 07:38:41 AM
Well I almost wrote a book yesterday but like Jenny found I could not post either. That error message is not nice to see.Hope it does this morning. Not much time to talk today. Fire chief will be here this morning to check apartments for clutter and fire hazards. He only checks a few of them by random. Have to shower soon. Doctor appointment at noon so hope he and the witch are out of here before I leave.
I move slow these days so I better get moving to be ready for my ride. Wish me luck at getting better medication or something to ease this darn pain.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 30, 2018, 09:13:55 AM
 Hi Everyone.  We have another overcast morning with only a low percentage chance of rain today.  Yesterday we had some thunder but no showers in our neighborhood.  It looks like we will stay in the upper 80's this afternoon.  The weather forecast says we are in for very heavy rains this week. We had a very good Sunday School and Church Service yesterday.  Our new Associate Minister gave an excellent sermon, the first time he preached in our Church, as our regular pastor was up in North Carolina on a well earned weeks vacation last week.  My calendar is clear for today other than getting Pat's breakfast when she arises this morning.

It looks like Michael did his usual great work and has us back and running as of yesterday evening.  I did come back and read the postings I didn't have time to read yesterday morning but in the late afternoon still hadn't been able to post. 

Lloyd, nice to see you were able to get some good sleep yesterday.  I never thought of using pickle relish with eggs. 

Jenny, I was just glad that I was finally able to get your message posted yesterday.  I have no idea why I couldn't just copy and paste from your email but sure there is some reasonable explanation.  It sounds like you are having a marvelous time in Vail with your son and the boys.  Many years ago when our kids were still teenagers we spent a night in Vail on a vacation we took to Colordao.  At that time they pretty much rolled up the sidewalks during the summer and we even had a problem finding a place to eat.  However, the scenery was beautiful and I was glad we had that experience.

Jane, is your new freezer an upright or chest type?  Did you find some treasures in your old freezer that you had forgotten about.  I remember that my folks had one and if things were left in the chest freezer too long they would get freezer burn.  I sure hope the Balance Center helps you today with the dizziness and your shift at Walmart is not a hard one.

Shirley, it sounds like your switching to LED lights was a wise investment for you.  I have a couple of those bulbs in lamps.  Pat and I each have a strong reading light on a stand next to our recliners that can be used when reading.  Otherwise we just use the table lamps, which don't have strong bulbs in them.  No way does my life compare with how busy you always seem to be.  My few activities away from home relate to driving somewhere and basically sitting until time to come home, except for the occasional trip to the grocery store.  Other than from some morning chores and then trying to help Pat out where I can I really don't do much in the house.  I do no yard work and other than making my bed in the morning and keeping the kitchen clean and straitened up I don't' do much else. Sometimes I do use a lot of words to describe doing not very much.  I am sure your cats are not likely to run away as they know who spoils them and feeds them so well. 

Gloria, I sure hope your doctor today will be able to do something for you to lessen the pain.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 30, 2018, 09:46:41 AM
I had an email from Amy this morning saying she was experiencing problems and asked me to post her message:
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Good morning everyone.  Going to be a lovely day here, morning temp was 47 and no humidity!!  We have already been to town and back picked up meds and got more corn for the neighbor and us.

Jenny, sounds like you had the perfect day for your anniversary....may you be blessed with many more!!

Jane, I also hope they can fix your problem.  Just don't try to move too fast, make calculated moves till you get the ok things are right again. 

Larry, hope Pat is feeling better today.

Shirley, I don't think your cats will leave you, they know they have the best place to live plus they are well loved, not spoiled just loved.

Joy, hope you are having a good day.

Carol, good morning.  Are you working on any projects?  I have started another quilt but I fear this one is going to take a while.  Tis a scrappy nine patch on point.

Gloria, I too hope they can give you something for the pain...sure would make life a little easier for you.

Hope this one posts now.

Enjoy your day everyone.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 30, 2018, 10:15:40 AM
I had to come back and share this link to a wonderful and inspiring video I just watched.  It will inspire you and hope help make your day.  It is called "the Wisest Person I Ever Met". 

Click Here (https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwiClrL5_cbcAhWjY98KHUggAxIQyCkwAHoECAYQBA&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DzM0IRN2vvmc&usg=AOvVaw3ZIanVS1WlIh_Ib_49TyMC)
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 30, 2018, 11:17:45 AM
LARRY, I've seen that video before and I enjoyed it again.  Thank you!

I'm home from the Balance Center and all my 'rocks" are back in place.  She was so good and she explained everything as she went and then she gave it all to me in writing to take home so I don't have to remember it all for my daughter.  She had high compliments for the Dr. who did the manipulation in his office.  However, one thing came out that changed my thinking.  I thought it was my left ear causing the problems but it's my right ear.  I misunderstood but she said the Dr. knew what he was doing.  She's been doing this therapy for 19 years and she's very good at it. 

She also told me that she wants to do everything she can to keep this from bothering me any more because she can see how healthy I am and that I enjoy life.  She said, whatever she can do, she will.  What a nice compliment for an old lady!

I finished all my errands and I have a nice piece of pheasant marinating for later.  When I work in the evening, I try to have a good dinner before I go to work.  It seems to make the job easier.

LARRY, thanks for posting for AMY today.  She emailed me about her problem and I did include a message in my earlier posting.

GLORIA, good luck with your dr. visit.  I hope you have good news for us when you get back.

Hope everyfriend's day is going well.  Enjoy!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 30, 2018, 11:29:31 AM
trying again
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 30, 2018, 11:32:42 AM
Yippieeeee it works..do you know how much I miss you??? Have my tea and "talk" with you in the morning starts my day off perfect!!!

Thank you Larry for the video  and I am going to add a note from an email I received.And thank you so much for helping me.

We are all tourists and God is our Travel Agent.  He figures all our
Routes, Reservations and Destinations.  So trust HIm, and  enjoy the
Trip called Life"
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 30, 2018, 12:17:13 PM
Few words 'cause I've got to get movin' .... Larry, I saw that a long time ago & sent to my kids but I watched the whole thing again, so moving and SO wise!  Thanks!

Jane, since I've been having some tipsy moments lately & been blaming on muscles not getting enough exercise.... but have had bad problems with ears/sinus/awful allergy issues..... I really would love to hear more about what was done/recommended.  You have such interesting doctors & not just pill pushers. 

Amy, "We are all tourists and God is our Travel Agent.  He figures all our  Routes, Reservations and Destinations.  So trust HIM, and  enjoy the  Trip called Life".......love this & saved to pass on. 

Got to run, one of the coolest days in a long time & a list of "to dos" you wouldn't believe.... and I just want to sleep!


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: MaryTX on July 30, 2018, 01:08:10 PM
Shirley, do a Google search on "The Epley Maneuver". 

Several years ago I had the same "rocks in the head" that Jane and Callie mentioned.  My ENT sent me to a similar place like Jane went to this morning and after balance tests etc, they performed what they call "the Epley Maneuver" and it worked immediately.  I have done it at home a couple of times since and it really aligns those crystals in the inner ear immediately.

Mary   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 30, 2018, 02:30:48 PM
Thank you, Mary..... Googled & copied what John Hopkins said (to do at home).... sounds reasonable to me. I've never even mentioned the problem to my doctor, guess I'm afraid he'll think I'm getting old.  :crazy2:  I will give it a try, for sure.  My ears are sure plugged up this whole summer.

I also Googled & checked out every link about my sweatshirt issue & ran across (top of the list) a video of one problem that is UNFIXABLE ... yep, if that "pin" falls off there is no replacement part or fix.   :tissue:   BUT, I plan to give it a try, impossible is not in my vocabulary.  Sometimes I don't succeed but only because I didn't come up with the right idea.  I really don't want to give this sweatshirt up & can wear it unzipped, nobody would guess why.  Any of you that use a sewing machine, how about this idea:  take a wire about the thickness of that pin, use a buttonhole stitch to hold it onto the fabric.... so not a perfect fix but could use it to zip now & then.  Maybe use that plastic thread that looks like fishing line?  You think?

Got my watermelon cut up & in "recycled" containers (the ones from McDonald's big salads).... I had the choice of buying a container cut up or buy the whole watermelon for same price... and have 4 containers, some to give away with only a little labor for cost.  Need to run errands but middle of T-storm & news media advising to wait..... had to turn on light to see this keyboard & radar showing no let up for about an hour.  Guess I can wait.  Tom & Tiger came running in before the first rain drop.... Tom follows me anywhere I go but Tiger is not really afraid.   

Thanks again, Mary! Sorry you had to be the guinea pig, Janie, we do learn a lot in here..... ain't nuthin too sacred we can't talk about, huh? 
:thumbup:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 30, 2018, 04:51:57 PM
Shirley, I know you don't like to give up on something like the zipper "stop", but have you considered taking it to a tailor for replacing the zipper.  A tailor would have all sizes and, yes, you'd have to pay to have it done, but I don't think it would be as expensive as you think.  Or have you already checked?

If you have not checked, call a nearby tailor to ask about the cost.  The call would be free!

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 30, 2018, 06:00:52 PM
Mary Ann, the sweatshirt really isn't worth the price of a new zipper..... I actually could replace that zipper myself but not even worth it.  I like "hoodies" to sleep in out camping & have plenty already.  I didn't need this one when I bought it & another that only zips part way down (can't pass up a bargain).  Both have the pockets I like to hold my Kleenex, plus hoods....  I did try my idea of sewing that little piece of wire in but thread made it too thick to fit into the slider.. so managed to get both sides together & zipper up a couple inches & I just sewed that zipper together over the lock at the bottom & tried pulling it over my head like the other one I bought that same day.  No problem at all. 

Sure seems crazy that the little part on the opposite side of the slider is the ONLY piece that can't be replaced. I know one thing, I will not zip up sweatshirts & even jeans anymore, before throwing into the washer.  Guess that's why some of the jackets have the 2nd zipper to open from the bottom when you sit down. I used to always put a safety pin at the top & bottom of sweatshirts before washing but forgot this time, bad me. 

I didn't call a tailor because a long time ago I called about a coat zipper & the price was outrageous.  Any labor around here is over the top, not sure why. I used to make my clothes, even coats, & when Cas bought new trousers or suits he'd let them alter or hem & bring them home for me to "re-do". I still like a challenge now & then, but have discovered that I don't always know the easiest or best way so yell for help first! I like your after thought, "the call would be free"...  ;D 

Do you happen to remember a comic strip called "Mopsy"?  My 3rd grade teacher called me Mopsy because I was always looking for a way to fix something..... for instance, Mopsy painted a vine with flowers across a wall because it had a crack in the wall & that disguised it.... made sense to me, I would have done the same thing. Sweatshirt fixed now, zips down to the last inch & that's okay.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 30, 2018, 06:01:13 PM
Shirley, what part of the zipper is it you are missing?

https://successfulfashiondesigner.com/anatomy-of-a-zipper/

I doubt a tailor would be very expensive for such a small job. Or if you have a fabric store maybe one of the ladies there would do it for you.

The next door neighbour  came to the door and I was downstairs sewing. When I said where I was he said ..oh do you sew??? He had two pairs of work wear to shorten so I did that for him. Good neighbour and I know if I need help he would be over in a moment
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 30, 2018, 06:04:14 PM
ok understand now Shirley...sounds like you have it mended enough to still wear.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 30, 2018, 08:37:07 PM
Here's what I found that convinced me ....https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sd2d0pbeMGg (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sd2d0pbeMGg)   I really do get these clothes so "cheap" even the price of a zipper with me doing the job, would be more than I paid for it.  Wasn't defective, unzipped & zipped fine when I bought... this particular part has come off other items & I wanted to find a fix.... guess there really isn't one.  Thanks for the help & interest. Hasn't anyone else had this happen to a zipper???

Amy, I drove my sewing teacher crazy in high school... she couldn't believe it possible to use pieces of different patterns & come up with something that actually fit & "different".  Only took sewing one year, didn't think the poor lady could take another year of ME!  In high school I made or remodeled all my formals, so when we were invited to special parties years later I created the cocktail dresses, either from scratch or remodeling a ready-made dress so nobody else would come in with the same dress on.  I made a new cover for the grass catcher of my husband's Allis Chalmer riding mower.... now that was a challenge!  Between painting to get ready for art shows & keeping up with sewing for myself & daughter... and altering slacks for my husband, never a moment not busy. Meals had to be on time & plenty of food to keep a hungry bunch filled up, a good life. 

Can't keep my eyes open so better go walk to the river & feed fish before it's too late.... I will doze off in this chair.  :-\

I came to the computer to print off the Epley Maneuver from John Hopkins... and found the computer had updated & needed to be signed in again.  I copied again & will give it a try, sounds like a good remedy.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Amy on July 31, 2018, 06:38:44 AM
Good morning everyone..

A beautiful day here, we may get rain later on though. Taking hubby for a drive thought we would go to a place that really is hard not to spend money, chocolate factory, cheese factory, awesome bakery and quilt store. As you can see I am doomed :( We are taking the dogs with us ,as they like to go also..plus I don't have to worry about them.

Shirley, I think you enjoyed making your own path/road and not following a ready made one. Good for you!

June,did I miss your post?? I know your not liking the lap top but poke in and say hello. :)

Better go get ready for the day.
Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 31, 2018, 08:55:15 AM
Weird!  I just realized that this thing didn't bring me to the Soda Shoppe for a while.  I went back to a deleted one and here I am after reading a bunch of stuff I missed.

SHIRLEY, The Maneuver that you were directed to was exactly what they did for me.  But you do have to determine which side is causing the vertigo.  I thought it was my left ear but it was actually my right ear.  I think, if you try it and it doesn't work, you could just try the other side but be very careful if you're dizzy.  Don't make any sudden moves.

I'm so glad you were able to fix your sweat shirt.  You really are persistent.

I'm also missing JUNE.  I hope it's just the computer that's keeping her away.  If it is, JUNE, come by and say HI!

I'm going to lunch and a movie with my neighbor/friend today.  It's senior citizen day at the movies and we do this sometimes.

I wish you all a lovely day!  Make of it whatever you wish!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: larryhanna on July 31, 2018, 09:33:39 AM
 Hi Everyone.  Tuesday starts out overcast once again with a high percentage likelihood of rain this afternoon. It is suppose to stay in the mid-80's today.  I have something I need to do at 10 am for an hour this morning and then, if Pat feels up to it we will probably go to Cheddars again for our main meal of the day.  Nothing of note happened yesterday and the day of rest was appreciated. 

I want to share a little of a posting that Judy, Pat Scott Halbach's sister posted yesterday.  "Had an accidental call from Pat last night.  She was going outside to pick some blackberries and encountered a skunk.  She backed up quickly and fell.  In doing so she avoided being sprayed.....and broke her wrist!  She has been through so much that this almost feels like the last straw.  Again Please pray for Pat."

Jane, glad your Balance Center appointment was such a success.  Hope the senior citizen day at the movies is an enjoyable one for you and your friend today. 

Amy, I was happy to see your postings yesterday and to know you were able to get back to this discussion.  It appears things are in good shape again thanks to the efforts of Michael.  God is our Travel Agent. I had never heard it expressed like that little piece you shared. You really know how to tempt yourselves when you visit all of those tempting stores in one day. 

Shirley,  I hope you can get your tipsy moments resolved.  I usually only have a moments of dizziness if I have been bent over and stand up too quickly.  Pat does sometimes experience it for longer period.  I hope you didn't overdo on your "to do" list yesterday. I have never owned a sweatshirt with a hood.  I do prefer the type that zip up all the way or button up. It sounds like your cats sensed the approaching rain.   

Mary, I have noted "The Epley Maneuver" and will read about it later today.  It was a shock when I found out I had rocks in my head.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Joy on July 31, 2018, 09:58:15 AM
Good morning  on this cloudy, gray day. The weather forecasters are calling for more rain and scattered thunderstorms for the rest of the week . But, the outlook for the week end looks pretty good, right now.  But we all know how quickly that can change.

Good morning,  Larry, and all the morning friends.

I am feeling better, but still dealing with some effects of the (seemingly) continuing UTI.  Will  get another round of antibiotics .   Getting tired of all this.  But, it will pass.

I have a friend who also was treated with that Epley Maneuver and she never had any more problems

So sorry to hear about Pat Scott's fall.  She sure has been through  enough health issues lately.   Sending lots of good healing thoughts to her.

I have not been sleeping very well, so I have planned to catch a short nap before I get started on "something". 

Have a great day.

Joy


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 31, 2018, 10:32:34 AM
LARRY (and anyone else who's interested) don't worry too much about the "rocks in your head". Janine showed me an actual photo of what they look like and then explained that they are no bigger than a dust mote.  What happens with the vertigo is that one might break loose from it's little bundle and travel somewhere that it shouldn't.  That's what causes the vertigo and the maneuver is what helps to return it to it's proper place in your ear. 

Because I sleep mostly on my right side, that seems to be the side that is affected.  I love it when they give us "fixes" that we can do ourselves without medication!  Funny how we mention something here and almost everyone has had it or knows someone who did!

My prayers for Pat's recovery.  She sure does have her trials! 

I'm ready and waiting for my friend to pick me up.  We're going to have lunch on the way to the movie.

Enjoy your day my friends!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 31, 2018, 07:16:41 PM
Where is everyone!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 31, 2018, 08:29:02 PM
Just checking to see if I can post.  Shirley can't!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Lindancer on July 31, 2018, 08:42:55 PM
Hi Jane almost 9, but thought I would try checking in. Hug all around
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: CallieOK on July 31, 2018, 09:43:20 PM
While I was writing a long one here yesterday morning, I got a "504 timed out" screen and couldn't get back in.  I could get to other folders, though.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Mary Ann on July 31, 2018, 09:57:04 PM
I'll see if I can post.  Nothing to say, but I'll try anyway.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: JaneS on July 31, 2018, 10:44:15 PM
OK, I got this message in my inbox for the first time today.  I don't have a problem posting but I'm not getting notifications. 

I guess I'll just say Good Night my friends and may God bless you, Every one.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 31, 2018, 11:33:42 PM
One more try & if I get the same message I'll just cry.....................
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: Shirley on July 31, 2018, 11:42:16 PM
Guess I won't cry!  Somebody fixed us!  Thank you~~~I had a long post sitting  on a Word Pad all day & now I'm not going to post it. Tomorrow is a new day.  Thank Goodness!

So sorry about Pat's fall, can happen so fast.  Prayers and good thoughts for you, Pat..... and thank your sister for letting Larry know so he could tell us & we can add prayers, you know what power we have when we pull together!.

Sweet dreams to all, with less than 3 hours sleep last night & no naps today ... darn phone with "political" calls woke me every time I closed my eyes... I am not opening my door or even looking out to see if Tom & Tiger are begging to come in.  They are getting so spoiled we are going to come to an understanding just who is boss! 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for July 15, 2018
Post by: so_P_bubble on August 01, 2018, 12:10:50 AM

Let's start a new Soda Shoppe
HERE (https://www.seniorsandfriends.org/soda-shoppe/soda-shoppe-for-august-1-2018/msg135724/#msg135724)