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Title: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: so_P_bubble on November 15, 2017, 04:01:53 AM
         
Soda Shoppe

for November 15,2017


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Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: so_P_bubble on November 15, 2017, 04:14:22 AM
A couple of hours into a visit with my mother she noticed I hadn’t lit up a cigarette once. “Are you trying to kick the habit?”

“No,” I replied, “I’ve got a cold and I don’t smoke when I’m not feeling well.”

“You know,” she observed, “you’d probably live longer if you were sick more often.”
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 15, 2017, 05:44:56 AM
Good Morning everyone.

so_P_bubble very good one this morning. food for thought , maybe the reason women live loner than men is because when they get a little cough they dockter.
it is 53º and calling for a high of 56º today. is cloudy and on and off drizzle. but the sun is supposed to show it's face today. Have a great day just as you like it.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JoanFL on November 15, 2017, 06:25:38 AM
Good Wednesday morning EVERYFRIEND.  Had a bad night - ambulance called.

Thanks for the new SS Bubble - cute joke.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 15, 2017, 06:47:09 AM
Good morning Everyfriend!  The temperature here is 27º with a predicted high of 44!  BRRRR!!!!  I think I'll bring my cute little space heater in my office. 

Now, in addition to my crooked finger, I've misplaced my computer glasses!  If it's not one thing, it's two other ones.

I'll be off to Wally World this morning so wish me smiles and take a few of mine for yourselves.  Have a good day free from pain and full of God's love.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 15, 2017, 06:55:58 AM
Good morning everyone..

20° here with hopes of getting warmer :)

Nothing on the agenda today, have to love days like this. Usually they do end up busier than planned ones though.

Bubble, cute joke and beautiful graphics...thank you!!

Joan, prayers heading your way..hope you feel better soon.

Jane, I keep $1.00 glasses all over the house..the ones that I find that  are hard to find are the ones on top of my head..but now that is the first place I look. Many smiles for you today and always..

Better scoot

Enjoy your day everyone.



Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 15, 2017, 07:42:10 AM
Good morning everyone, for a change I woke early and hopefully it will not take hours for me to post with no interruptions. After 2 rainy days today there will be sunshine again. Might only last 1 day before rain returns so hope I can get out and enjoy it later.

JUNE  like you I can not do what I used to ad even after 2 years of getting help it bothers me to see others do the things I did every day without even thinking about it. Makes me feel like I am lazy but I just am unable to do much anymore. My daughet now ows a jeep, something they really need where they now live. Many years ago we hhad a Jeep station wagon.

MARY ANN  I never did much traveling and if mu daughter had not married and moved to San Diego I never would have been on a plane. I have always been happy at home but love seeing places in our country and with TV and computers I get to see many places. Remember the old TV program On The Road with Charles Curault? (sp) every week.  He traveled the less traveled roads and met people all over our USA.

JOAN  so glad Joe fixed your iPad and you can use it. Good advice from that mother. I should print it out and post it on the bulletin board by the elevator.

BUBBLE  thanks for the new page. Good chuckle.

JOAN  hope you feel better today.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 15, 2017, 08:15:26 AM
AMY, I also have cheap reading glasses all over the house.  Unfortunately, the ones I can't find are specially tinted computer glasses.  They really do make it easier to be on the computer and I try to remember to leave them by the computer but this time I goofed.  They usually dont get much farther than the kitchen or the front door but this time they did.  My only hope is that they might have made it to the car.  I'll let you know when I come home from work. 

I'm off...in more ways than one!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 15, 2017, 08:44:26 AM
Good Morning Everyone!

Joanie, I am sorry to hear you had a bad night.  I hope you get to feeling better quickly.  Special prayer for you.

Janeie, you aren't off, just a normal person.  I have special computer glasses and sometimes I have to go into another room for something and I will forget and leave them on and lay them down.  And of course when I come back in here they aren't behind the keyboard where I keep them.

It is my other glasses I have problem keeping up with.  I am forever misplacing a pair of them, but they soon show up.  I suspect my wife swipes a pair of them to use.

Gloria, I have always been a homebody.  Although when I was young and single and stationed in England I spent a lot of time in London just looking.  It is hard to get lost in London, subways everywhere and you can always get back to your starting point.  Biggest problem I used to have back then (1950) was finding a meal.  They were still on rationing and he pubs and cafe's didn't have much of a choice.  But I have done lots of traveling all over Europe and the U.S. and even in Mexico.  Also Eastern Canada.  I don't know about now, but back in those days nearly 90 percent of the population of Canada was within 75-100 miles of the U.S.-Canadian border.

Got a doctors appointment this morning so better get off here and get to moving.  Everyone have a great day.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 15, 2017, 09:38:36 AM
Gloria, CBS News at 6:30 has a feature of On the Road and for the life of me, his name escapes me, and last week they mentioned Charles Kuralt’s program.  The feature comes on in the last five minutes of the newscast on Fridays and that’s about all of the news I watch.  It comes on just before Wheel of Fortune.

Joan, I’m sorry to hear they had to call an ambulance for you and I hope you’re on the road to recovery.

I have computer glasses, dark glasses and regular glasses.  My dark glasses stay in a glasses case in my purse except when I’m wearing them.  Then my regular glasses are there.  I’ve been known to wear my computer glasses instead of my regular glasses when driving.  I usually don’t figure that out until I’m at my destination, then it’s too late.  Things are a bit fuzzy until I get the regular glasses on again.

I’m waiting for Tom to return so he can take me to my dentist appointment at 10 am.  It’s just up the road, but I can’t walk that far.  Not only that, the walk is uphill which is bad and I have to walk up a half flight of steps to get to the office.  My former dentist who had the building built admitted when he was ill that it was bad planning.  Too late now.

Mary Ann

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 15, 2017, 10:27:32 AM
 Hi Everyone.  We have a beautiful, sunny but cool morning here in South Carolina.  It will not get much above 60 degrees here today.  I have a light schedule for today.  The main thing will be having the Thanksgiving dinner at Church this evening and then for Scott and Jennifer to visit with us for awhile.  Pat isn't up to attending the dinner tonight and this one time they are not allowing take outs so she will have a chicken pot pie or something else in the refrigerator.  I also have to refill my medicine boxes a little later this morning.

On Monday Pat's sister, who was just here to visit, suffered a stroke, her second.  She is still hospitalized and they are running more tests this morning.

Mary Ann, our K-Mart in the area where we did live and then the one here also have closed.  One of my coffee drinking friends has a grandson who caddies for one of the top women golfers and she was offered $10,000 just to go to an overseas location, I think it was Korea, to play. I just schedule our contribution to our Church to be paid as on online payment.  In fact our Church encourages that has has two terminals set up where people can make contributions I think using a credit card.  I think a lot of people no longer put their contributions in the weekly collection plates.  I just keep a couple of checks in my billfold in case I might need to write a check for something special.

Hal, the two credit unions we belong to have Senior Accounts and one of the benefits is no charge for the checks.  We do use credit cards most of the time, except when eating out and sometimes even then, or for very small purchases.  Usually the checks are for birthdays or other gifts.  I hope your bank doesn't give you a hard time about their error. 

Gloria, I always look forward to some stuffed celery for those special meals.  I fail to understand why business and subdivisions are allowed to plant big bushes that block exit sight when leaving their parking lots.  Our little city has its Christmas decorations on the light poles now but haven't put up the displays in the little city park across from our Church.  That was really a significant bank error.  I have never experienced anything like that.  The only errors I have found were a few cents off probably due to my poor handwriting quality. 

June, that does seem like a steep price for laundry but it would be a pretty labor intensive and time consuming job for someone.  It is nice you have the iPad when you need it.  They are certainly handier than dealing with a laptop computer when in the hospital.  The treatment on my toes involves using Hydrogen Peroxide and then applying a wound ointment and putting band ads over them. After about two weeks I was able to do this once a day rather than twice and come Friday the treatments will be over.  I actually think it could have stopped today but I paid for medical advice so will follow what the doctor said and continue through Friday. This has taken about six weeks to heal which the doctor said is normal.  I have never heard of the Premier Protein drink.  I have just looked at what they have at Walmart and use the Walmart brand as it is two or three dollars cheaper. 

Joan, glad to read that your iPad is now OK and that Joe was able to get things back in order. Are you back in the hospital today.  I hope you will have a better day than the night you had.   

Carol, it is a shame your genealogy class has been a waste of time. Is the lady not aware that she speaks too softly especially if dealing with older folks whose hearing may not be as good as it used to be.  I wonder how the woman can be billed if they didn't actually see her at the emergency room.  It sounds like the bill is generated by the mere act of signing in. 

Bubble, thanks for the new start for us.  That is a very intriguing graphic.  I liked your little joke as well.  Being sick doesn't seem to deter my family members from smoking.  I have never regretted not smoking and my wife doesn't smoke either.

Jane, hope you have had only happy customers today.  Have you checked out the accessibility settings on your computer? There are several settings that can make a page easier to read.  It is easy to also increase the size of the print on the page by using the control key with the mouse wheel.  I use it quite often if the print is too light and the larger I make it the brighter the print seems to become. 

Amy, it is nice to have a day occasionally where you don't have a list of things to accomplish. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: CallieOK on November 15, 2017, 10:31:49 AM
Good Morning,

Bubble, thank you for opening the new Soda Shoppe.

Joan,  I'm so sorry you had problems during the night.  Hope things are better this morning.

After many years of having to switch between regular glasses and dark glasses, I found some dark glasses at Walgreen's that slip on over my regular glasses and aren't clip-ons.  They even had several colors and styles.   

Got my "assignments" for Thanksgiving dinner contributions and decided to buy ahead for Christmas baking, etc.  I was astounded that the big grocery store (Crest) had no orange marmalade except for small "gourmet" jars.  There wasn't even a space for it among the Smucker's flavors.
That's about the 3rd or 4th item Crest no longer carries.
I know Jello stopped making the sugar free lemon-flavor but can't believe I'm the only one who wants the other items.

Oh, well - if that's the biggest "issue" I have to deal with this week, it will be o.k.  At least, I haven't had to think "What now?" every time the phone rings.

Wishing Everyfriend Everywhere an Enjoyable Day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 15, 2017, 12:08:06 PM
Good Morning all. We will be having Bible study in another hour, so I will not dawdle.

Bis, what happened...a breathing problem ? Something they could not handle where you are now ? I'm sorry this had to happen, when you seemed to be doing so well. I pray that God will not let this happen again, it would be discouraging for you, I'm sure. I am thankful they keep a good watch on you, and God is always there, we know that.

Hal, I hope you get some good news from your Dr. today. 

Callie there are several people here that have the personal laundry done, and they do a fine job, so in the future it may be essential. Nice to know it is available.

Larry I goofed. I do not have an Ipad.....I have a lap top, and it is a bit cumbersome, but worth the need when I had to be bed ridden. I think the Ipad is not as "viewable" as these ancient eyes require.

I have to scoot and get ready for Bible Study. See you later. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Radioman34 on November 15, 2017, 12:10:51 PM
Hello world. Wishing all a happy day
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lindancer on November 15, 2017, 01:36:14 PM
Good afternoon, still on the cool side, but it is NOv. Suppose to have rain again to night and to morrow.

Gloria, I think the sun shone for half hour and then was gone and we are back to a cloudy day.  Looks like rain any min.

Bubble, thanks for lovely graphic and funny joke.

Joan, so sorry you had a bad night, and the ambulance had to be called.  Prays are going your way.

Hal hope you keep feeling better.

Larry enjoy your dinner.  so glad you are near your son and g.daughter.

Jane, good lucky with your customers , I am sure every one had a smile for you.

Amy, they say we might have snow for Thanksgiving.

Carol, I have had fun doing my own ancestry, It took me about 6 months getting together just about every thing on g.fathers  ,I went back to 1742 on my mother side of the family.   It is hard when you start checking g.mothers, as they alway had two name, maiden name and married name. I made up 3 ancestry books with pictures  one for each g.child. After the first one it was easy just to copy the pages for the other two.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 15, 2017, 08:44:45 PM
I went down for lunch after our Bible study, which was great. Our new Pastor led us and he really knows his Bible. I really like him. Came home from lunch and just plopped down in the recliner, opened a book, closed my eyes and woke up two hours later. I have been sleepy ever since. Did go down for a walk, now I will have some supper at home, and off to an early bed.

Hope all went well with Hal's Dr. appt. and was hoping to see something more from our Bis. I pray she did not have to be hospitalized.

Gloria de, I am so proud of you for doing your ancestry. I had a book done by a lady in Utah, but it wasn't exact. I have only done some history on my background in case my kids are ever interested...no book, just a history I left on the computer.

We are having Choir practice for our Christmas program tomorrow....I hope I have more energy by then. Right now i'm going to have a light supper and off to bed and book.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 15, 2017, 10:38:31 PM
Well my doctors appointment went well, I guess.  My PB was where he wanted it and we talked, he ask questions, I answered them, he order more blood work and wants me back in a month.  I suspect that the blood test are going to be part of my future visits.  He also ordered me to use the water pills twice a week.  My ankles were pretty swollen.

Joanie, I hope you are feeling much better, lets us know your status, please.

Our weather here is like spring time.  nice and warm and a very pleasant breeze with sunshine.  Suppose to change on Sunday.  Rain, breezy and some rain and about 40 degrees cooler.

June my bible study in the morning, so I am ready for bed.  Looking forward to seeing all my friends and hearing all the latest.

Nite, nite, God Bless and sweet dreams.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 15, 2017, 10:53:00 PM
Good night Everyfriend!  Sleep peacefully wake refreshed and may God bless us, every one.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 16, 2017, 04:57:05 AM
Hall I was just reading your report on your doctor visit. I take the Lackeys, two in the morning and one in the evening.not fun, I seam to expel more water than I intake and legs still swell, But V A measured my legs from the knee down and fitted some wraps that fit and covers all the lower leg and foot ( one for each leg) you do one leg at a time eight hours apart. that is taking care of the swelling beater. you might talk to your doctor about that. legs hurt less also and the treatment feels good. Have a great day if you like you can catch me on skype and talk further about it.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 16, 2017, 07:46:50 AM
Good morning everyone...

Rained here over night and it looks as though we may get more. House hold chores to do and make a pot of beef barley soup today.

Larry, sorry I forgot to answer you on the blister packs,with hubby taking so many meds it is easier to make sure they are done right. I agree with them being hard to open,I have no problem   but hubby uses scissors to open them.

Gloria de, hope you don't get a lot of snow.

June, like you I would also love a Jeep but it is not practical with the two dogs...

Jane, did you find your glasses?

Gloria, when I look back at all I did on the farm and what I can do now makes me wonder how I did it. Was nothing to throw a bag of grain/feed over my shoulder and take it to the other end of the barn.If I tried that now I would go asters over tea kettle!!

Hal, great you had a good bp reading..enjoy your bible study today.

Better get a move on here.

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 16, 2017, 08:04:10 AM
Good morning Everyfriend. 

Amy, it rained here overnight too.  And the temp was in the 40s when I got up at six a.m.  Right now the sun is shining.

I didn't find my computer glasses but I bought a new pair at WM Vision center yesterday so I feel confident they'll turn up today.

I'm going to have to get off the computer, get dressed and get busy pretty soon.  I wish you all a happy day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 16, 2017, 08:34:45 AM
 Hi Everyone. It is a beautiful, sunny and chilly Thursday morning.  This is the day we have been waiting for that Pat will get the shot at the pain clinic to try to help her back pains.  After I get her home I plan on going over to Walmart to pick up a prescription for her and to get a few other things.  That will likely pretty much be it for the day.

We had big crowd and a nice program in honor of our veterans from the spinal center and the veterans in attendance at the special Thanksgiving Dinner last evening at Church.  There were 7 disabled veterans and a nurse or aid for each one in at the dinner.  The ladies with the special comfort dogs were also in attendance and the dogs were a big hit with the kids and the adults alike.  The cooks had prepared a beautiful and delicious Thanksgiving meal of turkey and dressing with gravy, green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, cheese and broccoli and dinner rolls.  Finally the meal was ended with a little slice of pumpkin pie.

Callie, Pat and I both have dark glasses that will fit over our regular glasses.  I am trying to adjust to not wearing glasses as the ones I now have aren't working well except for very close up work.  I am coming to the conclusion that once I get the other cataract off I won't need them for computer work or distance seeing but just for close up reading. I guess grocery stores have to make choices on what items they have space to shelve and sell.  However, I am surprised about the orange marmalade. 

June, I didn't remember whether you had an iPad or not but knew you have the laptop.  I see you had a good Bible study.  Do you stash sleeping potion in those books that will put you to sleep when you open the books.  :)

Don, I hope you had a nice day yesterday and today will be even better for you. 

deAngel, as I described above we did have an enjoyable and delicious dinner last night.  I guess it is getting that time of the year when you all can expect some snow up your way.  It seems every year snow somewhere snarls the air and road traffic.

Hal, it sounds like your doctor's appointment went well.  It seems that doctor's very much rely on blood tests anymore.  I am going to have to miss our Wisdom group with our Pastor this morning as must take Pat for her appointment.  I haven't been to the group for several weeks and it won't meet again next week since that is Thanksgiving. 

Lloyd, I have worn support stockings for quite awhile and it really helps keep down the swelling in my legs and feet.  However, I haven't been able to wear them the last five weeks or so due to the toenail removals and usually have swollen legs and ankles by night time.  However, I keep my feet elevated a little as I sleep and the swelling is down by morning. 

Amy, I understand your husband using the scissors to open those blister packs of medication.  Right now I don't get any of my medications in those packs, for which I am thankful.

Jane, we had a lower early morning temperature than you did as it was 38 degrees at 7 am.  We will get into the 60's this afternoon.  I expect your glasses will appear now that you replaced them.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 16, 2017, 10:04:31 AM
Larry I know I am dutchey but what I am wearing are not stocken's, they are
more like a quilt with Velcro on the one edge, and have two hoses cumming out of the tow aria and the hook up to a pump. you wrap it all around the foot and
lower leg from the knee down. the pump has a timer on it runs for 30 minutes.
you do one leg at a time 8 hours apart. it dose a circle like presser from the tow
close together to the knee repeating for 30 minutes. (feels good ) and is helping the swelling. it is pumping the blood up through your heart.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 16, 2017, 10:14:33 AM
Good morning everyone, raining again with thunderstorms in the forecast with wind and possible power outage. At least yesterday was nice and sunny.

JANE  I have had computer glasses for years it seems andoften forgot I had them on and even drove with them on. At times I think they are better than my bifocals.

HAL  Once visiting my daughter her FIL took us over the border into Tiajuana, amother time we visited a niece and her husband in Calais, Maine and they took us over the border into Canada. Only times I went out of the USA.

MARY ANN  I seldom watch CBS news so I never saw what you talked about. Hope I remember tomorrow to turn that on. Charles Kuralt also wrote at least 1 book about the people he met.

Shot post today.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 16, 2017, 10:53:15 AM
Gloria, Steve Hartman is the man who does On the Road now.  I don't watch news myself, but I do watch the end of the CBS news at 5 to 7 to see what they feature and it leads into Wheel of Fortune.  If I didn't watch Wheel, I'd never know about Steve Hartman and the other people featured in that five minute segment.

I just looked at Grand Haven and saw at least five people in the water wearing body suits which protect them from the cold water and they are surfing.  Whitecaps are out to the outer lighthouse building.  I think the air temperature is about 40 degrees or less.  (Checked air temp is 38 degrees, water 46 degrees.  Brr.)

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 16, 2017, 10:54:08 AM
It's pouring rain, windy and getting colder.  I thought I told all of you to keep your nasty weather!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 16, 2017, 12:15:24 PM
Raining here and windy also. Soup hit the spot at lunch time and some canned peaches chased it down. :thumbup:

Going to go sew after folding some laundry..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 16, 2017, 01:37:44 PM
Hal, I like your Doctor. He is interested, and asks questions. I always look forward to Bible study too. Our Pastor did a great job yesterday. I still don''t know who "the disciple Jesus loved" was, do you ? And where does it tell us that ?

Amy, I have never even ridden in a Jeep…I like them because they were made for the Service men, so figure they must be safe and strong. Is it the distance for getting in and out that the dogs couldn't handle, or what ?

Janie, it is going to be a great day weather wise here.High of 80, but with some cloudiness, so it won't be too hot. I'm still get used to the change from desert weather to beach climates.

Hal, sleep comes very easily to me. I was up at six this morning, wide awake, so go sat in a nice warm shower. They have corner benches in our showers here, so you can stand or sit…today I just felt like sitting and let the water pour down from the top of my head to my toes. I enjoyed it. Then snuggled into a warm robe and did my prayer ritual, starting with my favorite.."Jesus Calling", then on to Max Lucado's " Grace for the Moment," then my Episcopal prayerbook for the prayers for the ill…and others, and last…a hymn….yep, I actually sit here in my Apt. and sing out loud…..then on to breakfast at home, and the news. By 10 o'clock, my eyes were growing heavy and I wanted to sleep, so instead a popped a protein drink open and came here.

Gloria, many trips to Tijuana…company always wanted to go there, and we had a lot of company, being the only family living in Ca. and one over night in Canada. I would have loved more and longer trips to Canada, but Ed wasn't interested.

Janie, I'll be delighted to have your weather, we are still way too dry out here in So. Ca.

My brain keeps repeating "sleep…sleep…….sleep ! I'll go  kick back in the recliner and see what happens.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 16, 2017, 03:47:28 PM
Ok ok ..who is sending the snow this way?? Janie...is that you????

June, my son had two jeeps. I was in one and loved it....only thing wrong was I was in the passenger seat.....not the drivers seat :(
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Shirley on November 16, 2017, 04:26:03 PM
Lloyd, I had those type things when in the hospital after heart surgery.... they called them "boots"... and was to keep good circulation and one nurse said it helped keep blood clots from forming.  I hoped they would send them home with me because it was relaxing & I felt like they did good.  But, the nurse said they didn't because they were so expensive & guess Medicare & Blue Cross didn't think they were needed long term after heart surgery.  You are getting prime care at the VA. 

I am so sleepy today I can't get moving.  Started out wrong when after eating breakfast I wanted a "Pop Tart"... & it fell through the slot in the toaster & slid on down to the bottom so no pulling it up & out.  Had to unplug & turn upside down & wait for it to cool enough to take a knife to help slide it past the little grippers that was supposed to hold it in place. By the time I got the Pop Tart out my coffee was cold again.  After cleaning that mess up & cats all fed, I went to dress for the day.  The door bell rang... the pump I ordered to winterize the pool had arrived & a man was at the door from the Gas company, to put in a new meter that can be read without coming to the house.  Since I have to let service guys in through the house or garage to the back yard (or unlock gates which is a lot more trouble) I opened the garage & walked him through & pointed where the meter is & came back inside to get shoes on (cold out).  Nice young man but he didn't have the logo of the gas company so after he left I called to make sure they actually sent someone out.... he was not going house to house.  As he left I saw the logo on his truck & was also not the gas company.  He was legit but just another time spent not doing the jobs planned. 

Yesterday my daughter was to have hernia repair surgery... last surgery she thought "those rules" didn't apply to her & was picking up her grandbabies too soon.  Surgery scheduled for 6:00 am... moved to 1:00 pm & not started until 5:00 pm so she wasn't out of recovery until about 6:00.. and you know how it is when waiting for any surgery results, we're sure something went wrong when we don't get the call that all's well when expected.  I was no good all day, got a lot of jobs done just to keep busy, but was exhausted by the time she called last night to say she was home in "worst pain she's ever had"..... she's had her share of surgeries plus 4 kids... and is taking Tylenol 3 (since morphine doesn't work on her or her father & his mother).

Yesterday was the first day in ages that we had bright sun & could see how brilliant the trees in my front yard are. I kept grabbing the camera & running out because the sun shifted around & was prettier with every hour.  I will resize & post, surprising since everyone thought they were just dull & drab this year.  Surprise !

Bubble, if I haven't said it before, that is such a moving graphic with the erie eyes of that girl.... should say "haunting" eyes.  Thanks for pitching in.

Larry, I do hope the shot helps Pat.... my friend's husband here had that surgery for his back pain & was so pleased to finally be able to move pain free.

Amy, if we get any snow I'm keeping it!  My husband bought a Jeep Grand Cherokee... we took it & a Coleman camper to CO mountains to "4-wheel".  By the time we reached the western slopes to go up Engineer Mountain, it still had less than 1,000 miles on it & a novice driver.  All I could see was blue sky as we started up... no way to stop & turn around so had to go to the top to come back down.  I was hopping in & out to fill pot holes with rocks because they didn't look safe & on the way down I was sure the back would flip over the nose it was so straight up & down.  He got rid of it with less than 17,000 miles on it, 4 wheeling was not that fun! I know I would have been fearless if I'd be driving.... but Cas wasn't that dumb to ride shotgun & let me drive!   :dizzy: :dontknow: :no:

Better get moving.  Hugs to all.... this feels like the best of all fall days... wish y'all could share it!  Shirley
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Carol on November 16, 2017, 06:49:24 PM
I have been in jeeps - and Shirley, there are places that even jeeps should not be going. 

We signed on with an internet company and have had 4 days now of mostly no internet.  In and out - I told the young man he must want us to adopt him.  He is so nice - apparently, there will have to have a huge dig someday and I wish the company would just get on with it.

So many of my posts have not made it in here.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Shirley on November 16, 2017, 09:23:55 PM
Haha, Carol, when we pulled into a cove in the road to let an old Jeep pass going down, the couple got out & visited with us a few minutes... and shared a map they had on how to go a different direction when we got down.  They said the Jeep they were driving was rented, they had a new one they wouldn't take on that rough road & they had "done most of the 1400s".  We appreciated their advice & decided we were out of our league. Have you been up Engineer Mt?  Good luck with your internet problem, I have lousy service, this whole area does. 

I posted 2 photos over in Photos Then & Now... of the trees looking out my kitchen window.  All of a sudden we have bright sun & the trees are brilliant colors.  Wish I had brought a link... really been a stressful 2 days.... hope you can find the photos.
:-[ 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 16, 2017, 10:50:55 PM
I just finished 18 bags of PB saltines dipped in chocolate to be delivered to my niece to give to her friends for Christmas.  In exchange I get 8 bags of Starbucks Christmas blend coffee beans to share with my family.  We both count ourselves lucky.

Now I'm off to bed so...

Good night Everyfriend and may God bless us, every one!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 16, 2017, 11:18:02 PM
I just got back from a very interesting prayer meeting, led by our new Pastor. Now it is time to get ready for bed. Have a blessed night dear friends. I love you all. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Denver on November 17, 2017, 01:50:32 AM
Looking in and trying to find my last two posts.  They just do not seem to be here! 

SHIRLEY, I had to chuckle at your tales about the jeeping days, and Engineer Mountain.  Funny memories.  I have done so many of those scary passes and have to say, I could never ever do them again. 

My dad continues to have some medical issues that we all are concerned about.  Dr. Dave will talk to the urologist in Phoenix tomorrow and we hope that will help us understand what his options might be.  Son Brian and his wife Cathy are flying to Phoenix tomorrow and will go to see my dad tomorrow right after they land. They are there for the weekend to spend time with friends and to visit my dad, of course.  We are keeping Oliver The Doodle while they are away.

Hope you all are having a good night of rest.  Sweet dreams.

Jenny
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 17, 2017, 04:59:42 AM
Good morning everyone.a very early on at that too!!

Dogs wanted out and there is not much sense in going back to bed. Have a fire on and my tea and will feed them in a bit. We are off to the city, a busy day of it too. Going to pick up some quilts, my supply is getting low , return a sweater,look for fleece pullovers for hubby and meet up with dd for lunch.

Shirley, I had to giggle at your adventure with the Jeep.

June, neither the dogs nor hubby would be able to get up in a Jeep. As it is Golden girl has trouble getting up in the van, she will put her front legs in and I lift the remaining up into the van. We do have a box/step for her to use but I don't always take it with us.

Jane, sounds like a great trade to me!! Did you get to taste test any before you bagged them up?

I feel this is going to be a long day...

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 17, 2017, 06:34:57 AM
Good morning Everyfriend!  My day started early too but it wasn't the dogs.  I put in a restless night.  I'm not sure what caused it but I must have been awake 6 times.  I finally just got up and started my day.

AMY, there are always samples to tempt me but this year I made some that are just for me.  made with crunchy PB and coated with dark chocolate.  I'll stick some in the hidey hole.  This weekend I plan to finish the PB saktines and have most of them packed for delivery.  After that, I start the pb cups and the coconut cups.  Then the odds and ends for special requests.  I also do oven roasted salted peanuts but the have to wait a while so they're fresh.

Today I'm off to Wally World.  Wish me smiles!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Carol on November 17, 2017, 08:50:13 AM
One thing or another. 

We have a leaky toilet - the water bill is over the top.  These toilets sit right under extended counters and now a plumber will have to help us for something we usually do ourselves.  In other words, there is no clearance to work on the thing.  How stupid is that?

Off to a good start this morning. Need to straighten up and give thanks for all.

Jenny:  I have heard the name of Engineering Mountain but no, I am not fond of driving on the edge of a cliff.  Our son who lives behind us bought a beautiful old jeep and it is a show one - he loves it and everyone looks at it wants to buy it.  He likes to work on cars trucks as a hobby. 

Jane:  I hope you can catch a little nap.  Your chocolate peanut butter snacks would go over good with my children. 

Daughter sent a photo on Faceb..k of her anniversary night.  Dinner and an Avalanche game.  Her favorite game is hockey.  That comes from my letting her play hockey with neighbor boys in Minnesota. Now, she has a hockey outfit and plays with a group of adults.  Such a competitive girl! 

This is into the 2nd. month of temperatures at record-setting new highs.  Nights are cold in the desert but afternoons are still pushing 90 degrees.  It looks like normal is in sight at the end of next week. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 17, 2017, 09:28:14 AM
Good morning everyone, rain is gone but now the wind is back. The cold temperatures I can take but we have had more rain and wid than any other November according to what I hear on TV.

MARY ANN  I usually watch NBC for local news, like the news staff better. At the shore here you can see surfers with their wetsuits on surfing when it gets cold. Crazy.

JANE  like you I am tired of this crazy weather this year. As long as I have warm clothes I can take the winter cold but all this rain and wind is horrible.

AMY  I made some chicken soup for my supper last night and it hit the spot.

JUNE  I really had no interest for going into Mexico but my DIL was all for it. I was interested in seeing my daughter and her family not in sight seeing.

SHIRLEY  looks like that big house and the pool keep you busy. Glad you can still do it all. Only thing I co good these days is sitting or laying down. Disgusted with myself. You would have liked going "off roading" with my SIL. He tried talking me into a ride in the back country where they lived and I declined.

CAROL  since my daughter moved near Kingman they have the dish for reception. Not always that clear but they are off the grid and the only thing they can get.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 17, 2017, 10:25:08 AM
 Hi Everyone. Again we have a beautiful morning and will be seeing the mid-60's today.  The housekeeper called last night and said it would be around noon before she could get here today rather than around 10 am as normal.  So I will have an unhurried morning and then plan on making a short trip to Aldi's for some vegetables and eggs and then make the circle from downtown over to Augusta and up the Riverwatch Parkway and make a brief stop at Costco for two or three items.  I will probably get one of their inexpensive lunches while there unless Pat feels up to going out to eat later this afternoon. 

Yesterday she had two shots in her back, not the spine but in nerves connected to the spine.  She seems to be feeling pretty good this morning.  However, I prepared her breakfast as would like for her to stay feeling better and not overdo so she gives the shots time to work.  I have nothing else on the schedule for today.

Lloyd, I have seen something similar that they used on my daughter several times.  I went through two 35 treatments of something called EECP where both my legs were wrapped and on the off beat of the heart they quickly inflated.  It was to try to increase the blood flow through the heart.  The first series helped for quite awhile but didn't have as good of results after the second series in terms of feeling better.  I hope your treatments work well and the swelling is reduced. 

Gloria, sure hope you didn't experience any power outages yesterday. I don't think I am going to need computer glasses as can now work the computer without glasses and have had only one eye fixed. I am surprised that the Dish reception for your daughter isn't good.  We have had Dish for many years and the reception is great unless there is a storm which interferes with the signal.  Now with DVR recording of programs there is always something to watch even if the satellite reception is interfered with.   

Mary Ann, I am looking forward to Jeopardy tonight as it is the final night of the Tournament of Champions.  They didn't do very well last evening and none of them ended up with much money.  Of course they are guaranteed a fixed amount tonight based on where they place. That Austin is a real character. 

Jane, I would send you some of our nice weather if I could.  That sounds like a nice exchange with your niece for Christmas giving.

June, I have ridden in a Jeep when I was young and they certainly were not built for comfort.  I am sure those today are much more comfortable.  You have a nice morning routine. 

Amy, I expect a Jeep or any four-wheeled vehicle would work well during your winter months and the snow up your way.  Our car has bucket type seats that are not real easy to get out of.  We do have one of those tools that you put in the door latch to get more leverage and that helps Pat a lot. 

Shirley, it sounds like you just were not met to have that Pop Tart yesterday. The gas company must have been using a contractor.  Had you been notified to expect someone to come and change out the meter?  Sorry to hear your daughter was having such pain and hope she feels better today.  Our trees are very pretty this year as well as the leaves change color.  However, it won't be long before the leaves are gone.  Speaking of Bubble's graphic, I heard on the news yesterday that the deVinci painting sold at auction for $450 million dollars to an unidentified buyer.  The surgeon told my wife that back surgery probably would not solve her back pain problems.  I sure wouldn't have wanted to be a passenger or driver of that Jeep up and down that mountain you described. 

Jenny, sorry to read that your Dad is having problems but at least you have a doctor in the family that can get more information as well as a first hand report from your other son.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 17, 2017, 10:38:37 AM
I got this from Paul Harbach yesterday and he suggested I share it with you all.  I had read it before but it is well worth a reread as we think about our veterans:

SIX BOYS, 13 HANDS - A TRUE STORY FROM A TEACHER

Each year I am hired to go to Washington, DC, with the 8th grade class from Clinton, WI. This trip was especially memorable.   

We stopped at the Iwo Jima memorial. This memorial is the largest bronze statue in the world and depicts one of the most famous photographs in history -- that of the six brave soldiers raising the American Flag at the top of a rocky hill on the island of Iwo Jima, Japan, during WW II     
 
I noticed a solitary figure at the base of the statue, and as I got closer, he asked, "Where are you guys from?'"   
 
I told him that we were from Wisconsin.
"Hey, I'm a cheese head, too! Come gather around, Cheese heads, and I will tell you a story."
 
(It was James Bradley) who just happened to be in Washington, DC, to speak at the memorial the following day. He was there that night to say good night to his dad, who had passed away. He was just about to leave when he saw the buses pull up. I videotaped him as he spoke to us, and received his permission to share what he said from my videotape. It is one thing to tour the incredible monuments filled with history in Washington, DC, but it is quite another to get the kind of insight we received that night.)
 
When all had gathered around, he reverently began to speak. (Here are his words that night.)   
 
'My name is James Bradley and I'm from Antigo, Wisconsin. My dad is on that statue, and I wrote a book called 'Flags of Our Fathers'. It is the story of the six boys you see behind me.   
 
'Six boys raised the flag. The first guy putting the pole in the ground is Harlon Block. Harlon was an all-state football player. He enlisted in the Marine Corps with all the senior members of his football team. They were off to play another type of game. A game called 'War.' But it didn't turn out to be a game. Harlon, at the age of 21, died with his intestines in his hands. I don't say that to gross you out, I say that because there are people who stand in front of this statue and talk about the glory of war. You guys need to know that most of the boys in Iwo Jima were 17, 18, and 19 years old - and it was so hard that the ones who did make it home never even would talk to their families about it.
 
(He pointed to the statue) 'You see this next guy? That's Rene Gagnon from   New Hampshire.  If you took Rene's helmet off at the moment this photo was taken and looked in the webbing of that helmet, you would find a photograph of his girlfriend Rene put that in there for protection because he was scared. He was 18 years old. It was just boys who won the   battle of Iwo Jima. Boys. Not old men.   
 
'The next guy here, the third guy in this tableau, was Sergeant Mike Strank ... (from Johnstown, PA).  Mike is my hero. He was the hero of all these guys. They called him the 'old man' because he was so old. He was already 24. When Mike would motivate his boys in training camp, he didn't say, 'Let's go kill some Japanese' or 'Let's die for our country' He knew he was talking to little boys. Instead he would say, 'You do what I say, and I'll get you home to your mothers.'
 
'The last guy on this side of the statue is Ira Hayes, a Pima Indian from Arizona. Ira Hayes was one of them who lived to walk off Iwo Jima. He went into the White House with my dad. President Truman told him, 'You're a hero' He told reporters, 'How can I feel like a hero when 250 of my buddies hit the island with me and only 27 of us walked off alive?'
 
So   you take your class at school, 250 of you spending a year together having fun, doing everything together. Then all 250 of you hit the beach, but only 27 of your classmates walk off alive. That was Ira Hayes. He had images of horror in his mind. Ira Hayes carried the pain home with him and eventually died dead drunk, face down, drowned in a very shallow puddle, at the age of 32 (ten years after this picture was taken).   
 
'The next guy, going around the statue, is Franklin Sousley from Hilltop, Kentucky. A fun-lovin' hillbilly boy. His best friend, who is now 70, told me, 'Yeah, you know, we took two cows up on the porch of the Hilltop General Store. Then we strung wire across the stairs so the cows couldn't get down. Then we fed them Epsom salts. Those cows crapped all night.' Yes, he was a fun-lovin' hillbilly boy. Franklin died on Iwo Jima at the age of 19.  When the telegram came to tell his mother that he was dead, it went to the Hilltop General Store. A barefoot boy ran that telegram up to his mother's farm. The neighbors could hear her scream all night and into the morning. Those neighbors lived a quarter of a mile away.
 
'The next guy, as we continue to go around the statue, is my dad, John Bradley, from Antigo, Wisconsin, where I was raised. My dad lived until 1994, but he would never give interviews.
 
When Walter Cronkite's producers or the New York Times would call, we were trained as little kids to say 'No, I'm sorry, sir, my dad's not here. He is in Canada fishing. No, there is no phone there, sir. No, we don't know when he is coming back.' My dad never fished or even went to Canada. Usually, he was sitting there right at the table eating his Campbell's soup. But we had to tell the press that he was out fishing. He didn't want to talk to the press.   
 
'You see, like Ira Hayes, my dad didn't see himself as a hero. Everyone thinks these guys are heroes, 'cause they are in a photo and on a monument. My dad knew better. He was a medic. John Bradley from Wisconsin was a combat caregiver. On Iwo Jima he probably held over 200 boys as they died. And when boys died on Iwo Jima, they writhed and screamed, without any medication or help with the pain.     
 
'When I was a little boy, my third grade teacher told me that my dad was a hero When I went home and told my dad that, he looked at me and said, 'I want you always to remember that the heroes of Iwo Jima are the guys who did not come back. Did NOT come back.'   
 
'So   that's the story about six nice young boys. Three died on Iwo Jima, and three came back as national heroes. Overall, 7,000 boys died on Iwo Jima in the worst battle in the history of the Marine Corps. My voice is giving out, so I will end here. Thank you for your time.'   
 
Suddenly, the monument wasn't just a big old piece of metal with a flag sticking out of the top. It came to life before our eyes with the heartfelt words of a son who did indeed have a father who was a hero. Maybe not a hero for the reasons most people would believe, but a hero nonetheless.   
 
One thing I learned while on tour with my 8th grade students in DC that is not mentioned here is, that if you look at the statue very closely and count the number of 'hands' raising the flag, there are 13. When the man who made the statue was asked why there were 13, he simply said the  13th hand was the hand of God.   
 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 17, 2017, 11:05:58 AM
I hate to follow Larry's last post with something about Jeopardy, but there is nothing after his post to use as a buffer.  I do think I've read that piece before and it is very sobering.

As to Jeopardy, I am anxious to watch it too.  Did you get the time that Alex told that Buzzy's given name is also Austin?  So all three have names that begin with the letter "A". 

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Denver on November 17, 2017, 12:37:38 PM
Good morning.  Another Friday has rolled around once again!  Where do the days and weeks go? 

LARRY, I enjoyed reading the Iwo Jima Memoral story, and thank you for sharing it.  How nice of Paul to suggest that you share it with us.  I hope that the shots that Pat received yesterday will give her good relief from the back pain. 

CAROL, I have a cousin and her husband that both play on a hockey team......I wonder if they might know each other?  Cousin lives in Eaton and I believe the team plays in Ft. Collins.  Is your toilet one of the ones that come out of the wall?  That is what ours were in Sun City, and you are correct they are nearly impossible to work on😩

SHIRLEY, I do hope your daughter is feeling better this morning.  How stressful for all to have to wait that long for a surgery to get started.  That was crazy!  We, too, owned a Grand Jeep Cherokee, however I would not take mine off road as I did not want it to get scratched!  When my family belonged to a Jeep club and we did all the high mountain trips back in the late 50’s and 60’s we had one of the Army Jeeps with a full metal cab....no seats in the back, so my brother and I just sat on the wheel covers facing each other.  Then we got a new Jeep that had a back seat and it had a soft top on it.  I learned to drive in that Jeep, and the stick was so short it was as hard as could be to shift it.  They were fun times with lots of memories.....but there is no way I would ever do it now.  My youngest son and his wife have done a lot of jeeping over the years.  He now drives a Toyota Land Cruiser with all the professional skid plates on it, etc.  iMHO, that thing is just too wide to be on those narrow paths, but he does them with confidence and feels that it is safe! 

I wish you ALL a good day.

Jenny

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Shirley on November 17, 2017, 01:59:30 PM
Jenny, the "jeeping" i did in CO was with a friend that moved from Wichita, our husbands worked for different companies but similar jobs.  They were the type that did everything for their kids, including hiking the top of all those mts & since she was a silversmith & gemologist, knew where all the fun rock hunting was... and had the Land Cruiser to get to the top.  She was experienced so when she told us to "lean into the mountain" because the road was washed out, we (my 2 kids & her 3) leaned! 

Cas went with the boys & me a few times but disliked everything about camping, the mountains and bear country, so this friend & I started meeting at the campground once a year.  I paid for her gas & most of the food we ate at camp and always paid for a big meal when we came to a town.  Lots of fun times Like you, I have no desire to do the tops anymore.  We rented the 4 wheelers in St.Elmo a few times, Andy drove or we'd still be going around & around.... I have no sense of direction & even when I know where I'm going, I keep a hand held GPS I can reach in case I miss a turn.

Had a note from my daughter, she is doing much better today.  I picked up 2 huge bags of leaves this morning, ran the vac in the pool but kind of a lost cause... MY tree in the back is dumping leaves like rain.  Plugged the RV in to see if the antenna wire is loose or if it was a bad day when I tried it before.  Seems fine, plenty of stations to watch but a couple channels I like would need me to raise the antenna & turn & I didn't want to bother.  Still have errands to run so better move along. Can you believe it is Friday again?  Heavens to Betsy, where did the week go?

Larry, I had read that years ago but was like reading it for the first time.  With my 2 oldest brothers in so young, I can relate to the author... and could not stop the tears again. The oldest brother in the Air Corp, shot down over the Danube & in a German POW camp the last 9 months of the war, could never talk about it casually but bits & pieces came out of the horror in his memory.  Thanks to Paul for bringing it back, should be a must read for every high school student.


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 17, 2017, 02:41:40 PM
Good Morning , dear hearts and gentle people. I had my first nurse's call at 6 a.m. and since today was cleaning day, I go up and prepared the place for "deep" cleaning, which happens twice a month…that means not just clean linens, and bathroom cleaning, but vacuuming, dusting, and the necessity for me to clean off all the accumulation of paper work on my computer desk and other flat surfaces. which has now, at 11 a.m. been accomplished. The rest of the day is mine.

Jenny, it sounds like you and hubby are the official "animal control" when the two legged grown kids need help. I have said a prayer for your Dad.

Amy, I no longer operate a car, and I never did have the opportunity to ride in a Jeep, and would need help boarding one now. I just like the "idea" of having one. For the  younger generations safety, they just seem, to me, the most sensible mode of transportation now. I have to laugh at the auto design now. Sports cars and most sedans are built so low to the ground that we oldsters have difficulty lowering ourselves to the seat. and need a crane to lift us up and out of the things. Style is not necessarily sensible.

Janie, I wish you many, many smiles, and I feel you get many, as you give many. God Bless you whole day.

Carol, the toilet was built under a counter in the last place I lived..but it was a rental, so not my problem. A dumb design indeed.

Gloria, we had a very light rain this morning, just enough to make a few light puddles, but it does make the air feel more clear…like dusting the furniture. With all the out of state company we had in those days, they loved going to Tijuana. Ed and I got sick of it, except for the Tecate beer and lunch, and the Churros we ate on the way home.

Larry, and Paul Harbach. I thank you. I will always see the Raising of the Flag at Iwo Jima with new clear eyes now. When will we ever learn? How many wars and how many deaths does it take for us to learn to live in Peace with the world. ? Thank you Paul and Larry.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: CallieOK on November 17, 2017, 02:58:39 PM
Hello,

Shirley, your Jeep story reminded me of our days in Leadville.  We moved there in 1964 andDavid soon bought a Jeep (may have been an Army "left-over").  It was not in "pristine" condition.   ;)
I can still see him shutting the door by making a quick U-turn in front of our house to head to the high school.  He put a towel rack on the passenger side so I'd have something to hang onto when we went exploring.

In the early 70's, he sold it and bought a Bronco.   By that time, the boys were old enough to go exploring and they both have fond memories of doing so.   David traded the Bronco for a friend's pickup when we moved to Oklahoma in 1977.
Two years ago,  #2 son learned that the friend's son still had the Bronco - bought it and had it brought to Oklahoma.  He has brought it back to driveable condition but I don't think he's driven it very much.  I've been in it once - and that's enough.  ;D
  Apparently, that model is considered a Classic and he has had several very generous offers to buy it. 
I didn't realize he was so sentimental about the Bronco but it's a very special remembrance of his Dad and he wouldn't part with it for any amount of money.

I've made the Martha Washington candy mix to keep in the fridge so I can make balls/dip in chocolate when I need some. 
Have one other project I want to do today and then plan to become a Recliner Radish with some e-books on my Tablet.

Hope Everyfriend Everywhere is having an Enjoyable Day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 17, 2017, 03:40:07 PM
Hi Everyone, just now got around to looking in to see what is going on.  I too had a very bad night and was up from about 3 onward, finally got up around 7 and started my day.  Wife had an early appointment at 9 and I got myself cleaned up and went to the barber shop and when I came out I checked in at the nail shop next door and they were all sitting around so I got myself a pedicure,  guess you can say I was groomed from head to toe.

It is another spring day here, suppose to get up to around 80 and lots of sunshine but we are due a cold front tonight which should bring temps down but not freezing.

Hope everyone has a great weekend.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 17, 2017, 06:47:33 PM
Hal, you should feel fresh and new with the trimmings you had done. I wore myself out putting together my new lynx vacuum cleaner.I'm very proud of my work, and the new battery is still charging. It takes a lithium battery so there is no cord to trip me up. My housekeeper vacuums  every two weeks but i need small cleanups every now and then and the Lynx is a neat little helper. I am pooped though. I think it is time for a nice nap.....
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 17, 2017, 08:54:28 PM
The nap didn't happen. Mind was too busy so I had to keep checking out my intallations of the Lynx. I will not be content till Gary checks out my work. I have been home all day, so will go down and check out my mail box after I have some supper at home. I'm anxious to see how our Bis is doing. I didn't see a green post today, did any of you ?
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 17, 2017, 10:18:18 PM
Off to bed, hope everyone has a restful night.

Nite, nite, God Bless and sweet dreams

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 17, 2017, 10:18:49 PM
I did have lots of smiles and at one point, I looked up and there was an old friend that I have not seen for some time.  Our kids began nursery school together and graduated high school together so we've known one anthoer for a long time.

Tonight I almost finished the chocolate, coated peanut butter saltines.  I have 30 Christmas bags ready for delivery and about half as many as I need to share with the cashiers.  This weekend I'm going to get a start on the pb cups and coconut cups.

Now I'm going to take the doggies out, get something to drink and go to bed sooooooo...

Good night Everyfriend and may God bless us, every one!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 17, 2017, 10:36:58 PM
Janie, I am so happy that you can do all that you want to. For myself, I'm glad those pre-Christmas "doings" are all in the past.I am content to do in prayer for others what I no longer do physicaly.  Good going girl !!!!!

I am off for bed and book, and I wish you all a perfect night. God is watching over us all, thanks be to God. Hugs and Love. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 18, 2017, 07:20:50 AM
Good morning everyone, boy are my sleep pattern is messed up. Either I am awake most of the night and sleep late or I get sleepy early and am awake early. Oh well at least I get 7 hours most nights. Local weather morning forecast calls for cold and very windy again. Gosh is this March? Thought that was supposed to be the widy month.

LARRY  I hope those shots help Pat.  They never did me any good. Could be because where my daughter lives now in the mountains in the middle of nowhere it is hard to get signals. They are supposed to upgrade the system so hopefully it will improve. Last night I was hoping Austin would win on Jepardy, I liked him. The one who came in third I liked but not the winner. He looked like he was too full of himself. My daughter is now the owner of a Jeep. Where they live it makes more sense. My SIL and oldest grandson both like offroading but she said they will not use HER Jeep for that. I have read about that 13th hand before and is brought tears to my eyes again. 

JENNY  growing up here with no mountains around the first time I went up a mountain I was scared stiff.

SHIRLEY  when my daughter and family took me to Arizona and on some of the mountain roads I found myself leaning toward the mountain side and my SIL laughed and asked if I was trying to keep the truck on the road by leaning toward him. I had not realized I was doing that.

JUNE  many years ago we had a Jeep Wagoneer. It was built for a man and not for a shorty like me. I needed a pillos in back of me to sit close enough to the steering wheel and no power steering back then and boy did my arms ache after driving it. Like you I can no longer get into a van or anything high.

CALLIE  my SIL has an old Bronco that he restored, it is now with them in Arizona but they seldom use it now.

HAL  so now you are groomed from head to toe, going to make the ladies swoon with your good looks?

JANE  will you take my order for coconut cups? I love coconut. Would like that recipe but don't think I would be able to make anything these days.
Have a good day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 18, 2017, 07:41:46 AM
Good morning everyone..

Not a nice day out there this morning, freezing rain here! We had a great time yesterday, had lunch with dd and g/son, thoroughly enjoyed the day.

No hanging laundry out today,

Jane all your goodies sound delicious!! Lot of hard work and love went into them.

June,way to go on putting your Lynx together and I would think it would be done right. You are an amazing lady!!

Gloria, we have a box so Golden girl can get into the van.If I don't take it and she needs to get back into the van she puts her front paws in and I lift the rest. This is an 80 + lb dog here.

Better put an egg in my boot and beat it....slept in this morning..

Enjoy your day everyone.
 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Joy on November 18, 2017, 08:11:02 AM
Good Saturday Morning !

Kind of gray-looking out my window this morning.  Lots of wind and gray skies.  Looks almost like snow clouds.  I think I heard where up in the Western Maryland mountains they may have some snow this evening.  I am just not ready for any snow at all !!!

Jane, your PN butter crackers sound good.  Do you just make a pn butter "sandwich" with the saltines and then dip them in the chocolate.  Do you use the little round disks of chocolate for dipping?  I might try to make some of those.  I have made the chocolate covered Ritz crackers with some peppermint flavoring in the chocolate.  They taste a lot like the Girl Scout Mint Cookies.  That recipe has been around for a long time. 

I have an on-line order ready to ask my son or DIL to pick it up.  Not near as big as I have been getting.  I just needed some extra things to make up for Thanksgiving.  I am supposed to go to my grand-son's, but not sure if I will go.  I have been fighting a UTI now for a couple weeks and the meds don't seem to be working too good.  I feel ok one day, and then not so good, the next.   So, just depends on how I feel !  I hope I can make it as I haven't seen a new great-grandson yet, and haven't seen the older girls for a while.

When I look out my window and see all the trees blowing, it looks like a good morning to go back to bed.  I think I will do what June likes to do......Curl up in my recliner and wrap a nice warm afghan all around me and hopefully, take a little nap.  I am not a morning person and it really just takes me sooooooo long to get going.

Hope everyone will have a great Saturday.

Joy




Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 18, 2017, 08:47:31 AM
Good Morning Everyone!
Boy-o-boy, sounds like most of your folks Northeast of here are having some really nasty weather.  We are expecting a front through today but just windy, no really bad temps or rain.  But I would accept some rain, always.

Gloria, like you I hope Pat gets some relief with the shots.  They certainly didn't help me either and the procedure where they did the RF to the nerves didn't do much.

Joy, sorry you are having troubles.  Not a good time to have any problems but around this time of the year it seems to make you feel ever worst.

Amy, you and Janie are both amazing ladies.  Seems there isn't much you cant do and do it well.  At least your pup will put his paws up so you only got to lift his rear end.  My old pup, you got to pick him up and put her in the car.  So my wife and I share the chore.  Two old people and an old dog struggling, must be quite a sight.  My Lady face, ears and head is almost completely white.  She really isn't that old, about 12.  I swear the older she gets the more mellow and loving she is.

Janie, bet your house smells good.  And will till Christmas.  I would gain weight if I was around there.

Grandson is suppose to be in tomorrow late.  He is coming in to his head office, here in San Antonio, for a few days and then we are all headed to Del Rio on Wednesday for Thanksgiving.  We are taking some of our grandkids Christmas toys to them since we want see them Christmastime.

June, hope you have good day.  If I know you you will be out gallivanting hither and yon checking out this and that.  Got to admire you.  No grass grows under your feet.  You are quite a lady. Proud to know you.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 18, 2017, 09:17:21 AM
good Morning everyone
48º here and on and off light rain. be back later

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 18, 2017, 10:05:15 AM
 Hi Everyone. Once again it is a beautiful fall day here in South Carolina and we will get into the 70's this afternoon.  There is not a cloud in the sky.  I did get to Costco and then on to Aldi's as planned yesterday.  The housekeeper didn't get here until after 1 pm but now we have a nice clean house.  The only think I plan on doing today is to go to a meeting this morning as haven't gone for a couple of weeks. We may go out to eat later today as Pat seems to be feeling better today.  I am hopeful the shots are helping.  She didn't need to use the walker to get from the bedroom to the family room this morning.  I did go ahead and fix her breakfast as want her to stay feeling as good as possible for as long as possible today.

Mary Ann, that was an interesting ending to the Jeopardy Tournament last evening.  It looked like the guy who ultimately won the big money was out of the running early in the evening when he lost everything.  That daily double really helped him comeback to win.  They certainly had a difficult final Jeopardy answer that none of them knew.  I thought Alex Trebek's comment about how much he had enjoyed the fun they had during the two weeks was interesting.  I did not pick up on the same name and thought that Buzzy was a strange name. 

Jenny, so far so good with the shots that Pat had.  I don't think I realized that women played hockey as it is a really rough sport.  I have never really understood the game and never watched much of it.  It was not something played in the Midwest as I grew up. We never owned a Jeep and I certainly wouldn't care for the narrow paths to drive on. 

Shirley, my uncle and aunt had a rock shop in Denver for many years and he made jewelry from the rocks he had harvested in various parts of the country.  I bet that "learning into the mountain" made a big difference.  :) I often wondered how I ever got around in the various cities we moved to in the days before the GPS.  Glad your daughter was doing better yesterday.  Certainly glad your brother survived the POW experience.  We have a man in our Sunday School class who suffers from PTSD from his experiences in Viet Nam.  My BIL was a marine in Nam and I have never heard him talk about it and never pressed him for any information. 

June, it is nice to have everything cleaned at once isn't it.  I agree with you on sedans being built too low to the ground.  Sometimes it feels I am falling into the seat and then have difficulty getting out.  Pat especially experiences difficulty. I do not we will ever live in Peace in this world.  Aren't we thankful we have the promise in the Bible that our world to come will be a peaceful one. 

Callie, what wonderful memories and how unusual for your son to find the vehicle you used to own.  Your son sounds like my son who rebuilt and old Datsun sports model and doesn't want to part with it. 

Hal, so sorry to see you had a bad night on Thursday night and hope last night was better for you. 

Jane, it must be nice to see old friends on occasion in your line at checkout.  I had to fight myself yesterday at Costco as I know they have the special chocolate peppermint bark.  I will probably give in and get a bag of it on my next visit as they only carry it at this time of the year.  I would also like to make some of the peanut clusters that are so easy in the crock pot and so good.  However, I don't need them nor does Pat and the recipe makes a big batch of them. 

Gloria, I am glad you are getting some extended sleep when you do sleep.  I have been getting around nine hours on my CPAP machine with the oxygen added and think the oxygen is really helping as have been feeling good during the day.  The young fellow on Jeopardy was smart but sort of shot himself in the foot with the Double Jeopardy question that he missed.  I think Alex Trebek really enjoyed Austin.  Don't you wonder how we ever drove before the days of power steering and power brakes?

Amy, it sounds like this would be a good day to stay indoors and work on your quilts considering the freezing rain. 

Joy, I think it is hard to beat chocolate covered pretzels as a nice sweet treat.  I hope you are feeling up to going to the Thanksgiving get together so you can see your new great grand and the other grandchildren. 

Good morning Lloyd.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 18, 2017, 10:27:05 AM
Larry, at the start of Jeopardy last night I never would have thought that Buzzy would have won, but he is a daring person so bet everything late in the game and knew the answer.  I thought all three of the contestants were interesting.  And it was interesting that for the finals, Austin calmed down his appearance, but shaving off most of his facial hair and even taming his hair 

Mention of rock shop, in his later years, my dad both collected and bought rocks to polish and make bolo ties as a hobby.  He wasn’t too good at it, but it kept him busy and he enjoyed it.  After he died, I gave his equipment to a man at work who played around with rocks, too. 

Larry, I learned to drive with a stick shift and it wasn’t until my dad had a stroke that he consented to get an automatic drive.  One time when Tom first lived with me, he came home driving a Nissan with a manual transmission and he was going to a friend’s house and I would drive the Nissan back home.  It was only a few blocks, but many years since stick shift days.  When I got to the drive into our complex, I finally found the rhythm of the manual transmission.  And that was the last time I drove a stick shift and that was over 35 years ago.  Now you pay extra for manual transmission!

Mary Ann

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 18, 2017, 10:39:34 AM
well I had a on and off night also, got ten hours under the mask,was up three times,may have got 5/6 hours sleep in the ten the mask said i got. that is the way with every thing lately I have been there but it don't seam to work well.
I have been three days and haven't got the rear trier fixed yet. well I have had a good feed of poached eggs and sausage. rain has stopped for now I am going to shop and try to get tire fixed. see you later,

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 18, 2017, 10:41:31 AM
Good morning Everyfriend!  The doggies got me up very early this morning so when they came back in I gave them their pills and we all snuggled on the sofa to wait out their hour.  I forgot to set the boinger but it didn't matter.  Exactly at the end of an hour Annie jumped down and started whining at me that it was time for breakfast.

JOYm you're right about the pb crackers.  You make a sandwich with 2 saltines and pb and then you dip them in melted chocolate.  I usually use the discs but sometimes I supplement with the blocks of melting chocolate that are available at WM.  They are called Almond Bark" but theyre just plain melting chocolate and pretty good tasting. 

Larry, if you want to do a small batch of peanut clusters (or any other kind of clusters) put some melting chocolate in a glass measuring cup and melt it in the microwave.  Use a time setting and a power setting.  Power should be no higher than 3 and just do increments of 1 minute at a time.  You'll think it's not doing anything and all of a sudden it will be melting.  At that point switch to 30 seconds on the time setting.

Gloria, the cups are the most difficult and time-consuming thing I make but my family loves them.  I wish you lived closer.  I'd share.  I always make too much coconut,,,,my favorite!

I'm waiting for my daughter to pick me up to go to the Amish store.  And just got a text that she's on the way.

Pouring rain here....predicted all day.  Glad it isn't white!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 18, 2017, 10:45:33 AM

almost forgot.  Joy, you can use the same method for melting chocolate for the crackers that I told Larry about.  And a fork works great for dipping them.  [b
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Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Joy on November 18, 2017, 12:10:03 PM
Thanks, Jane.  I have used both kinds of the chocolate before.  And, I did buy some kind of a dipping fork, but have never used it.   I have an order for Walmart  to be picked up tomorrow, but I think I will go and order some of the chocolate bark.   I usually just use my Pyrex large measuring cup.  And, just do the 30 sec. increments. And, you are right about all of a sudden it will be melted.  When I first started melting chocolate in the microwave, I wound up burning it a couple times.    Thanks for the information. 

Going to go add that to my order before it is too late.

Thanks, again.

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Carol on November 18, 2017, 01:56:40 PM
Gloria:  Kingman is a ways but I see it is isolated and the closest large city is Las Vegas.  Off the grid - been there with a cabin and that is too tough to take anymore. 

Jenny:  Sorry to hear your dad isn't well.  Prayers for his recovery.  The temps are getting to be a bit more normal now. 

Larry: and Paul : thanks for the Iwo Jima history. 

Callie:  We used to visit Leadville and fondly remember gasping for breath when we both ran uphill racing each other - another dumb thing never do again. 

If you eat chocolate - you live longer.  Chocolate and red wine.   



Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 18, 2017, 03:51:48 PM
Jane, you lit a fire under me and I now have 6 gumdrop cakes done...now to wrap for later. I think I will pick up some melting chocolate and try your saltines, Kyle loves chunky p/b and will make some for him. I had plans on doing more baking but after yesterday's city trip a nap was in order. :)

Gloomy here now but thankfully the rain /snow has stopped.

Carol, dark chocolate and red wine...what a combination!! I love dark chocolate ..

Hal, I had two ladies giggle at me while I was lifting golden girl in the van one day..but they also said what we won't do for our animals. Golden girl will be 13 this year.

Joy, thanks to Janie we both will have special treats to have. ohh.I forgot to ask how she stored them ,in the fridge or just  in a cookie can.

MaryAnn, I didn't know that you had to pay extra for manual transmission!!

Better go see what I can rustle up for supper..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 18, 2017, 04:46:31 PM
Amy, automatic transmission is now standard on cars. 

My dad always wanted manual transmission because he thought he had better control of the car.  Shortly after he retired, he had some small strokes and found it necessary to have an automatic transmission.  He bought a demonstrator through Norm, who was selling cars at the dealership near us, and we had automatic after that.  He died in 1970 so would not be driving now anyway.  Nor am I!

I just looked at Lake Michigan (4:50 pm) and there are surfers on the lake, several of them.  Our air temperature is now 38F degrees.  I am sure their wet suits protect the surfers.  But BRRR!

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 18, 2017, 04:49:47 PM
Joy, I do NOT cook anymore (sometimes I have to remind myself of that) However reading you girl's recipes.....I have some choc. chips in the cupboard, and I would like to try melting them in pyrex , one cup size, and diping in my favorite Ritz crackers. I would use the 30 second setting as you do, but I'm wondering how many chocolate chips should i melt in a one cup size pyrex ? and do you drain them on waxed paper, or what ?

Janie. we are having a  high of 81 and sun today. I'll trade with you gladly.

Larry, my last car was an Oldsmobile 88. I Loved that car . It was low but there was a retractable padded handle just above the inside of the door and above the door, that one could use as a method to leave the seat more easily. After having three minor strokes my son convinced me I should give up driving. So my son sold it to a lady with young children who was driving a wreck. He let her pay as she could and that made me happy.

Hal, I do plan to have a good day, God willing. There is nothing I need to attend, but if I can stay awake I would like to go down at 6:30...The Ultimate Due.....man and wife entertainers....I like them, and I will make myself rise from the chair and go down for lunch soon.

Amy, I put the vacuum together with trepidation and prayer,  God helped.There were three major components to connect. and my philips head screwdriver was fortunately the right size. Then I had to charge the lithium battery for three hours, so spent time learning the various ways the vacuum can be adjusted for carpeting to clear flooring.This is my secong Lynx. The other one lasted 7 years. Just what an older lady needs for occasional small jobs, and only $125.00 for the  vacuum, battery,and
charger.


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Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Joy on November 18, 2017, 05:57:12 PM
Jane,  I wanted to ask you if you put the pn butter crackers in the fridge after you dip them.    And, I will second Amy's question about how you store them?

I made just a couple to see if I was going to like them and how they came out.  I just left them on the counter, but after over an hour,, they are still kind of soft.  So,  I did put them on a plate and put them in the fridge.

Have you ever made the cracker candy out of the saltines??? 

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 18, 2017, 06:57:11 PM
I lost my message.  Im going yo try again but this time you get it, typos and all.

I did forget to tell you something very important.  After I dip the crackers, I pop them in the freezer for about 5 minutes.  The fridge works just as well but takes a bit longer.  And I have a couple of small cookie sheets that I use but a plate works well too.

As for storing them, I have a very cold storage room where I keep them until time for giving but if you are just making them fr yourself, anywhere that is away from a heat source would be ok.  Like any chocolate, they'll melt if they get warm.

Amy, if you make them with crunchy pb, dont press too hard when you put them together.  Those crunchy bits will break your crackers.

Just a little story of how I got started making the crackers...  There's a candy store in town that is pretty well known and has been in business longer than I've been around.  My sister, niece and two grandnieces have made a yearly pilgrimage to get hand made candy canes in flavors you can't find anywhere else and sizes no one els makes.  They also ge sugar plums and so other unique Christmas items.  On year when we got home fom there, my niece handed me a an item and said "try this".  I did and she said, "I bet you could make them a lot cheaper."  I did and I still do about 15 years later.  And every year I go into the candy store and check their price.  This year the choc. PB saltine is 75 cents.  I think I make them for about 17 cents.  Of course that doesnt include a labor charge because it's a LABOR OF LOVE!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 18, 2017, 06:58:59 PM
I found my lost computer glasses!!! :cheer: :cheer: :cheer:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 18, 2017, 08:57:02 PM
Janie...where did you find your glasses ? Mine might be there too.  :D

I'm ready for bed and book, but will go downstairs for a singing program instead.....man and wife, they are good. I am still dressed, so not really ready for bed. :crazy2:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 18, 2017, 09:07:11 PM
I like to melt and dip in both dark chocolate or white chocolate either maraschino cherries, I hold them by the steam both to dip and eat them.
Have a good night, hope to see you all tomorrow.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 18, 2017, 09:10:14 PM
june if I was going to guess I bet she found them on top of her head.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 18, 2017, 09:55:01 PM
Actually, I found them in the space beside my DVD player under the TV.  I don't remember why I;d ever put them there but there they were.  I got down on the floor to root through the storage space for my Christmas movies and they were at eye level. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 18, 2017, 10:30:15 PM
Good for you Janie.
Bed time for me,
Nite. nite, God Bless and sweet dreams.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 19, 2017, 05:57:53 AM
JaneS glad you found the T V glasses do not to want you to have to watch  T  V
blurry eyed. it is 32º here at 4:53 AM. I think i am going back and get some more of your ZZZ'S. 73º in house but feels chilly to me hope Nancy hasn't gave me her cold. Have a great day see you later everyone.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 19, 2017, 07:18:53 AM
'Good Morning Everyone!
well it is 6:15 been up since 4.  Same old problem shortness of breath and the emergency inhaler doesn't do much good.  Just got myself a cup of coffee and thought I would check to see if anyone is up.  I see Lloyd has been up but gone back to bed.

The old heater in the house has been running overtime, guess it is pretty cold out, I haven't stuck my nose out to see.

Hope everyone has a good day.

Just checked computer and it says it is 47 F out.  That cold enough


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 19, 2017, 07:37:19 AM
Good morning everyone...

It's beginning to look a lot like winter here, woke up to snow covered ground. Pine trees look like they are all dressed in white lace.
A day of rest here...not enough snow to bother with,should the sun come out it will take care of it.

Jane, YIPPIEEE, glad you found your glasses!! Thank you for the tips on how to do the saltines ,when I can get some choco melts I will do some up.

Hal, hope you have a Dr appointment soon. I don't like this shortness of breath and think you should be seeing your Dr.

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 19, 2017, 07:42:49 AM
I'm off to church!  see you all later!  Enjoy your morning!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 19, 2017, 08:57:23 AM
 Hi Everyone. Today we will only be in the low 60's and partly cloudy.  However, the morning is starting off nice and clear.  I think Pat is feeling up to going to Sunday School and Church with me this morning.  This is the second day she hasn't needed to use her walker in the morning.  I believe the shots are definitely helping.  We will probably go out to eat after Church, hopefully with a couple of friends from Sunday School.  That will be out activities for the day.  Yesterday I did attend my meeting and then came home and rested for a couple of hours.  About 3:30 we went to Ruby Tuesday's and had a good meal.

Mary Ann, I hadn't picked up on the change in Austin's appearance on Jeopardy from his earlier appearances.  Unfortunately, my PT Cruiser is a stick shift.  I have now gotten used to it but still don't like to have to start up from an incline.  I don't think they make too many cars with manual transmissions anymore. I would never have another manual transmission car. 

Lloyd, hope you got that tire changed yesterday.  Do you use distilled water with your CPAP machine?  We go through gallons of it since both Pat and I have the CPAP machines. 

Jane, it sounds like Annie has a built in timer to know when an hour is over. Thanks for the info on melting the chocolate.  I don't think I have an aptitude for candy making but the crock pot recipe requires no skill beyond setting a timer.  Pat used to have chocolate modes but never used them very much. 

Joy, I have to wonder why it if it chocolate that it is called Almond Bark?  Good luck with your candy making. 

Carol, the only thing I seem to remember about visiting Leadville was going into that saloon that is famous.  I guess it is quite the tourist attraction as is the whole town. 

Amy, are those gumdrop cakes regular size or miniatures?   

June, it sounds like you are having some nice weather out your way.    We had an Olds that we really liked but someone ran into me and the insurance company declared it not feasible to fix.  The first car we ever owned was an Olds 98 that I paid $600 for and it was a super car.  Of course, gas was not so expensive back then. 

Jane, I thought you would likely find those glasses.  Good for you.

Hal, sorry you are still battling that shortness of breath as know it is not a pleasant thing to deal with.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 19, 2017, 09:22:53 AM
Larry yes i do use the distilled water. do not know why the deference is but some nights it hardly uses any and other nights cooks dry, it has supposed to be heated air  but feels cool to me. Nancy should but wont admit it and wont take the test. she snores and stops breathing for short lengths of time. have a great day.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 19, 2017, 09:59:54 AM
Good morning everyone, rin and  wind for the day. Even power outages in the forecast. Not a good day for going anyplace. Wind susts yo 50 mph or even more. Just turned the TV on and that is what I heard. I know it is raining, when I pulled the shades up I could see it hitting my windows.

AMY  shen my daughter and SIL bought their pick up truck the dog they had could not get into it without help. They bought a small ramp to keep in the truck and the dog would go up and down with no problem.

JOY  I fel like you did yesterday morning, seeing the wind and rain is not pleasant. I might go down stairs to the library to find a book and do nothing but read. Not a day to fo out for a walk.

HAL  I think I mentioned that the pain "specialist"? hit a nerve by my spine and he did it a second time I have had trouble with my left leg. He did nothing about it. No more shots in my back for me. Wish I could send the rain we are getting to you and other western places that need it. We have had a lot of rain and wind this month, too much.

LLOYD  hope you are having a good day.

LARRY  maybe in the days before GPS people knew how to read a map. Remember how one could get a free map at gas stations? I learned how to read a map before I was a teen. Used to ride with it folded in front of me  and whhoever was driving would always ask me what road or route. They knew the way but it was their way of teaching me. That Jeep wagoneer really was not made for a short woman and boy I had sore arms when I would get home after a trip out with it.

MARY ANN  I had to laugh when Austin was asked how he would talk without using his hands. He sure made some wieird motions with his arms at times. I got a kick out of him. I learned to drive on an old Model T Ford, now that was not fun. I would not want to even try starting that now.

JANE  when I made the coconut balls I always made an extra batch just for me. I really loved those.

CAROL  my daughter and SIL love where they are after the congestion in San Diego. With the medial insurance they have they have to stay in Arizona and she will have to go to Phoenix after Thanksgiving for surgery. There is a hospital in Kingman but the do not do that there. She had to make hotel reservations for the stay there for her husband and their dog. She had to find a place that would accept dogs. From where they live it takes an hour for them to get to Kingman, most of the time getting to the highway.

JANE  HOORAY, glad you found your computer glasses.

HAL  TV says 59° but wind changin to north west bringing cold air from Canada. Don't mind the cold but the rain and wind is getting tiresome.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Joy on November 19, 2017, 10:35:01 AM
Good morning.    Sunny, but very windy and temperatures been dropping all morning.  Last night at 11 p.m. it was still in the 60's.  During the night, it started getting colder.  But, I keep forgetting,  it is getting to be wintertime.

Larry, glad that Pat is feeling good enough to go to church and then go out to eat.  I always try to make a point to watch Jeopardy.  Then,  I change to another station.  Not really into Wheel of Fortune anymore. 

Last night, there was a movie about Elizabeth Smart, the young girl who had been abducted from her home in Salt Lake City some years ago. I had planned on watching it, but after about 15 min. I had to change the station.  It was just too depressing.  I had seen a documentary about her last week and it was just her mostly talking about the very horrific ordeal.  But, the movie was just showing too much and I just decided, I didn't need to see it.  I guess since I haven't been feeling too good,  I wanted to see something more cheerful.  I did watch one of the Hallmark Movies after that.

We had had a notice the beginning of the week, that the electric company would be installing new wiring throughout the town beginning about 11 p.m. last night and going for about 6 hours.   I made sure that I had a flashlight and a small lantern close by and went to bed. During the night, I was up a couple times and a little night light that I keep on was still on.  So, I don't think they did the job as planned.  I am thinking that it might have been just too windy to be out and I think there was some showers earlier.  Will probably find out tomorrow if and when it has been rescheduled.  Earlier I had misread the paper and was thinking it was supposed to be during the day from 11 a.m.  As I was thinking, I was glad that I hadn't planned on going out, as the elevators would not be working.  Glad that I re-read the notice.

My DIL is going to Walmart to pick up my order today.  I added to it with a few more items I had forgotten.  Now, need to clean up my kitchen a little bit and put some dishes away so I will have room on the counter for her to put the bags. 

I did go back and order some of the chocolate bark that Jane mentioned, so that I can make up some of the pn butter "sandwiches".  I made up a few to sample and they are good.  I just used chocolate chips for the few that I made and chocolate chips don't set up as good as the dipping chocolate.

I hope everyone is feeling well or improving and will enjoy a nice Sunday.

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JoanFL on November 19, 2017, 10:55:08 AM
Good Sunday morning. Everyfriend.  I pray you are all doing well.  I have been a bit under the weather this week. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Shirley on November 19, 2017, 12:20:40 PM
A very Super Sunday (thanks, Callie) to all.  I got to church on time & had a nice surprise when my 2nd to youngest gr-daughter was there & said she had registered at this church so she could enjoy the Sunday mornings with all of us!  For a "kid" in her mid 20s to get up early to be with us, it was a special morning to me. 

Can't believe I missed that last day of the tournament of Jeopardy... I do enjoy that show & Wheel..... must admit that some of the categories I don't waste time thinking about.... such as sports & some of the sciences....  I've always had a bad habit of turning off my brain when things don't interest me.. don't want to waste it.   :crazy2:

Mary Ann, my father was a firm stick shift believer so that was what I wanted first time my husband was ordering me a new car... at the time there was a 6 month waiting list for Hondas so when one of the guys that worked for him in KC found no waiting in another city, they each ordered & we picked up at the dealer.  Mine was to come with stick shift & extra molding on the sides to keep other car doors from "dinging" the paint.  They got 2 my color (bronze) in that load, one stick & other automatic.  Problem was a tie down had come loose & beat paint off one side.  They offered the auto or a paint job on the stick... and I didn't want one "repainted" & as it turned out, have never wanted a stick shift again. 

Joy, I also turned off that Elizabeth Smart movie.... too sad for me, those children will have to live with what their father was and that is an on going nightmare for all.  That type movie drags me down, I like happy endings and while it was a miracle they found her, the grief of her experience for the whole family will never end.

Gloria, I still drag out maps (can get updated every year either by mail or stopping at border Welcome Centers).... and highlight my routes so I can check even at a red light, to make sure what the next town is or whatever.  I do keep a hand held GPS on the dash that I can pick up to make sure WHERE *I* AM.... I have no sense of direction, never did.

"Back in the day" of high school driving, the boys would test out new cars when Mom  & Dad got one... to make sure they would do the 120 mph showing on the speedometer.  The 88 Olds won hands down, but the Hudson could take the curves best on those winding roads in MO.  It wasn't a joke that "dead man's curve" carried the name for a reason.  I inherited my father's love for cars but he was strictly a Ford man and we kids didn't use his car anyway. 

Joan, so sorry you've had a bad week.... do "they" know why so you don't repeat it?  Extra prayers & hugs for you.

Did I mention that I asked my cardiologist about those people that travel with the doppler type machines to examine the arteries, Hal?  I took the letter & all about them in my last routine cardio exam & he highly recommended them, said it was a very good deal for $149 since the same exam at a local office "would cost Medicare thousands".  He offered to have me bring in any test results for him to read & explain.  I don't want any more invasive tests like the heart cath and know other groups do that type testing here, so was not sure how he would take my question.  He in not a surgeon but does do the heart caths.  I've been researching the difference in the tests and latest reports show non-invasive is as accurate as the older methods, so it depends on the clinic you go to which you get. Hal, so sorry about the shortness of breath... that's what brought this type test to mind, I never could tell a lot of difference after my heart surgery & now with the oxygen level dropping so bad in high altitude, I'm afraid I may have blockage but don't want a heart cath to find out.  Best wishes you find some relief.... my aim for the exam I have set up is to see if anemia might be a cause for some of my problems, don't want to hear it might be age!!!  :uglystupid2:

My eye lids are flying at half mast so going to close them for a quick nap.  We had that high wind yesterday so most of those beautiful leaves I showed you over in Photos are now on the ground.  Trees are still & sun is shining, but it was cold earlier. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lindancer on November 19, 2017, 12:29:39 PM
We have had rain, now wind and sunny. Wind gust are 50mi. per. the power was off about 15min.

Joan, you made my day, just to see your post. Hope you feel better.

Joy, I always enjoy the Hallmark TV movies.

Gloria, the wind is very bad here to day, although it is sunny. I plan to start writing a few Christmas  cards to day.  When Dennis was little we would give him a map to look at when we were going to Charleston, ask him how far we had to go to get there, and he always answered and inch.

Shirley, I learned how to drive with a stick shift.  1947 Ford.

Jane, I use to have a lot of candy moles, I made mounds, choc. coved cherries.  My son use to want me to make thumb print cookies, I also started in Nov. backing and making candy.  I am glad you found your glasses.

Amy, I just hate to hear about snow.  this is one year I do not look forward to the first snow fall like I use too.

Larry, when I was in high school I played a lot of soccer and was on the team for field hockey

June, glad to see you were going to the singing..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 19, 2017, 02:16:33 PM
Shirley, I am a map reader, myself.  I have often said I could take a trip just by reading a map.  When we’d cross into another state, we’d stop at the Welcome Center and get new maps and other info so I have quite a supply of maps.  Erin, Terry’s daughter, likes maps so I am going to give her some for Christmas.

Joan, I hope you are feeling better. 

I did learn to drive with a stick shift â€" our 1936 Ford.  I don’t remember what year it was, but it must have been when I was 18, Norm was in Scout camp near Muskegon MI and Dad and I took him up there.  Of course, I couldn’t drive with a third person in the car, so my turn came on the way back home.  This was before Interstates and Expressways.  US 16 went from Muskegon to Grand Rapids and at a turn near Nunica, it was a 90-degree angle.  Dad said two women sitting on the porch across the road ran into the house when I made that turn because (he said) I didn’t slow down.  Anyway, nothing happened and it made a good story.  Then WWII came and Dad had an A card which gave him enough gas to get to school and back daily and to church and the store weekly.  My driving lessons ceased until after the war; I think I was 25 when I got my license.

It wasn’t the dog who could not get into our car but my grandmother.  We had an old milk box from when milk was delivered to the house and we’d place the box by the car door so Grandma could get in.

I just had a scare.  Dot and I ate at Mr Burger as usual and I took a picture of our food.  Evidently I did not put my camera securely back in my purse so when I got home and was going to send some pictures, there was no camera.  I called the restaurant, but the gal who answered the phone wasn’t too interested â€" but it was at a busy time.  I woke up Tom who took me to the restaurant, the booth where we ate was empty and I saw the camera on the floor almost under the seat and it was hard to get, but Tom managed to slide his foot with the camera and all ended well!  My coat was on the floor when we left and I have an idea the camera went along with the coat.  I feel very fortunate.

I see one kite being flown by a surfer at Grand Haven.  Their air temp is probably close to ours - 31 degrees F.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Carol on November 19, 2017, 02:29:08 PM
We took our good friend out for coffee and a sweet roll late morning and had such a nice conversation without phone calls interruption. 

Amy:  You have been baking up a storm.  This used to be my time of the year to make one baked good thing per day for Christmas gifts and parties.  No more.  Children are low-fat - low sugar and everything else. 

June:  How many people know what a Phillips screwdriver looks like? 

Gloria:  Good for your daughter and S-I-L for finding a peaceful area away from the city. 

Joy:  I hope you get the correct time for your power outage - would not want to be baking anything in an electric oven. 

Joan:  It is so sweet to see you posting again.  Missed you for such a long time.

Gloria de:  My brother was too young to drive and I did not know the straight shift.  In Seattle (all hills) I used to get up and sit in the drivers seat, he would tell me when to shift and then he would deliver the paper - when it was raining really hard.  It had to be so illegal but I was so glad when Gary stopped that job.  Remembering those early morning knocks on my bedroom door and my pleading brother asking me to help him in the rain. 

Mary Ann:  That is such an easy mistake - losing something.  It happens to everyone.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 19, 2017, 08:16:08 PM
Good Evening dear hearts. It has been an odd day after a very odd night.

Hal, I was up at 4 a.m. too, if fact I was "up" almost all night long and into the early morning hours. My nurse came in at 4:45 with my first meds and nitro patch, and I was still wide awake. I probably got about 4 solid hours of sleep. I did get down for Chapel and lunch, but slept the better part of the afternoon, and still tired.  My mind feels like underdone pudding, so I won't even try to visit. Time to eat some some supper, and let life happen. May get back later unless I fall asleep. Hugs, Love and Prayers. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 19, 2017, 09:06:08 PM
Well it is time for this old man to bid you all good night and sweet dreams;
Hope to see you all tomorrow. oldest daughter and grand daughter an one great
grand daughter came and ate with us oh yes I almost forgot a young couple newly married also shared the day with us.. and daughter brought in most of the food already prepared. we had a good day and visit.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 19, 2017, 10:13:56 PM
Today was a very good day!  I started and finished the peanut butter cups!  Tomorrow I'm going to bag them in their Christmas bags and that will be one more thing done. 

At 2 p.m. I have to be at Susquehanna Univ. to meet Bridget (my grandniece) to deliver her mother's order and give her some information that she and my sister need for ordering some Christmas things.

I have to remember to mail my granddaughter's birthday card tomorrow.  She was born on Thanksgiving Day 30 years ago.  Oddly enough, her birthday has only fallen on Thanksgiving once in all those years,

And now I bid Everyfriend good night!  Sleep peacefully, wake refreshed and may God bless us, every on!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 19, 2017, 10:53:20 PM
Got a house full of Grands here for the night, one grandson, two Great Granddaughters.  Grandson will be here till Thanksgiving and then Wednesday afternoon we leave for Del Rio to spend Thanksgiving with part of the family. 

June, I hope you have a good night (and me too).  I am tired and like you slept part of the afternoon and didn't even dent my tiredness.

Good Night everyone, God bless and sweet dreams.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 20, 2017, 06:46:42 AM
Good morning everyone..

Dogs came in with snow on their backs, hope we don't get a lot today. We are going to look at a new snow blower,ours is 13 years old and is getting difficult to start. The new ones even have heated hand grips!!!

Larry, the cakes were 4 x 8 and two were 3 x 6 , I hope to do  some cherry ones and that will be it for cakes. Just need to do my shortbreads. We both love those and should be put out of sight for the time being! Plus I want to try Janies Saltines.

Hal, hope you had a good nights sleep, hubby was awake from 12 on so I see a few cat naps in his day.

Jane, you have a full day ahead of you. Enjoy your time with your grandniece.

Lloyd, that was nice of daughter to do that.

June, hope you also had a good nights sleep.

Carol, I don't do near the baking I once did. Used to do mincemeat tarts , all kinds of cookies plus Christmas cakes. Usually trifle for dessert on Christmas too.

Mary Ann, if I don't have a map I am lost!!Now this van has gps in it but it is not always right. Doesn't always take you on a direct route. Happy to read you got your camera back and yes that does give one a scare!

Shirley, makes one wonder how many guardian angles we kept busy "back in the day" Mine wasn't cars but horses and I am sure I gave my guardian angels white hair!

Joy, I see our Walmarts here have also started  the order and pick up at store. Has to be a minimum of 25.00 before taxes. I think this is a great idea for those that can't walk the huge store.

Gloria, hope your weather is much better today. I don't mind the cold but if windy it goes right through you. Hubby calls that a lazy wind , rather go through you than around you.

Time is flying and I need to move it.

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 20, 2017, 07:13:33 AM
Good morning Everyfriend!  The boinger for the doggies breakfast just went off so I only have a few minutes before Annie gets really testy and begins to nudge me.

AMY, I looked up your GUMDROP CAKE because I'd never heard of it.  Seems it's a Canadian thing!  I just might have to try it one of these days.  Looks intriguing.

Right now, I better see to the doggies breakfast!  enjoy your day folks!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 20, 2017, 08:13:57 AM
Good Morning everyone.
"Marriage Definitions"

BACHELOR:
1) A guy who has avoided the opportunity to make some woman miserable.
2) A guy who is footloose and fiancee-free.
3) A man who never makes the same mistake once.
4) A nice guy who has cheated some nice girl out of her alimony.
5) A person who believes in life, liberty, and the happiness of pursuit.
6) The only man who has never told his wife a lie.

BRIDE: A woman with a fine prospect of happiness behind her.

COMPROMISE: An amiable arrangement between husband and wife
whereby they agree to let her have her own way.

DIPLOMAT: A man who can convince his wife she would look fat in a
fur coat.

GENTLEMAN:
1) A husband who steadies the stepladder so that his wife will not
fall while she paints the ceiling.
2) A man who, when his wife drops her knitting, kicks it over to
her so that she can easily pick it up.

HOUSEWORK:
What the wife does that nobody notices until she doesn't do it.

HUSBAND:
1) A man who gives up privileges he never realized he had.
2) A person who is the boss of his house and has his wife's
permission to say so.

JOINT BANK ACCOUNT:
A handy little device which permits the wife to beat the husband
to the draw.

LOVE:
An obsessive delusion that is cured by marriage.

MISS:
A title with which we brand unmarried women to indicate that
they are in the market.

MISTRESS:
Something between a mister and a mattress.

MOTHER-IN-LAW:
A woman who destroys her son-in-law's peace of mind by giving
him a piece of hers.

MRS.:
A job title involving heavy duties, light earnings, and no
recognition.

SPOUSE:
Someone who will stand by you through all the trouble you wouldn't
have had if you'd stayed single in the first place.

WIFE:
A mate who is forever complaining about not having anything to
wear at the very same time that she complains about not having
enough room

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 20, 2017, 09:46:29 AM
 Hi Everyone. We finally had a freezing temperature last night.  When I looked at the weather app this morning it said it was 28 degrees.  We are to get up to about 60 degrees this afternoon. Nothing on the schedule for today so will just take things slow and easy.  After Church yesterday we decided to come home and have lunch here rather than eating out.  I think Pat was pretty warn out from Sunday School and Church.  She really gave me a scare as we will going up the hallway from Sunday School yesterday her leg gave way and she started to fall.  She was able to prevent the fall by placing her hand on the wall and I grabbed her other arm.  I am so thankful that she didn't fall but she said she has had the same thing happen here in the house but so far has been able to grab on to something and steady herself.

Lloyd, I also wonder why some nights almost all of the distilled water is used and other nights it isn't.  I don't think I have ever had mine use all of the water but has come close.  Like Nancy, I couldn't believe I needed the test and put it off for several years.  However, obviously did and now even use the supplemental oxygen that it put into the hose after the overnight test showed my blood oxygen was getting down to 69 during the night for several minutes. 

Gloria, it sounds like you all in the NE are having some very unpleasant weather.  Is there any snow in your forecast for the holiday weekend ahead?  Years ago when Pat had a shot in her spine the needle hit the spinal column and spinal fluid leaded out and she had a terrible headache.  She was flying to Kanas City the next day so they did extracted more spinal fluid and filled the hole from the first shot and by the next day the headache was gone.  It is an experience she has never forgotten. You are right about using maps and I always kept them in the car and when traveling tried to stay close to main roads.  That Austin on Jeopardy did make some strange hand movements and facial expressions.  I love coconut and will have some in the five cup salad on Thanksgiving.  I haven't had an Almond Joy candy bar in a long time but always enjoyed the coconut in them. 

Joy, we did have to change our plans on eating out as I indicated above.  I was happy to have her with me at Church.  We still watch Wheel of Fortune as it is just a fun program.  I think we have watched it for its thirty-five year run. 

Joan, sure hope this week will find you feeling less under the weather.  I was glad to see your posting from yesterday and hope it means you are feeling better.

Shirley, I have invited our granddaughter to attend Church with us but so far that hasn't happened.  I couldn't begin to ask the right questions on Jeopardy as the answers are things I never heard of before.  Like you and Joy I don't like downer movies.  I don't think I have ever heard of the Doppler type machines you mentioned.  I also don't want any more caths unless needed to save my life after a heart attack if I can survive that long.  Have you ever done the sleep tests? 

deAngel, I bet that was a long inch when you were in the car that the map said you still had to go.   

Mary Ann, good story about the two ladies running into the house as you made the turn.  It sounds like you had the pedal to the medal.  My wife has a heavy foot on the accelerator.  Pat was probably 25 or 26 before she learned to drive.  A husband should not teach his wife to drive as it is not good for a marriage.  :)

Carol, I sure wouldn't like driving a shift in Seattle, San Francisco or any other place with a lot of hills.  Where I learned to drive we didn't have too many steep hills where one would have to start up and if you did have to do so there wouldn't be a car right on your bumper as we have in the city.  It was nice of you to help your brother. 

June, I hope you had a better night last night.  It seems those night hours when we can't sleep are much longer than daylight hours. 

Jane, you are amazing to do so much special cooking.  I am glad you enjoy doing it. 

Hal, it sounds like you won't have much quiet time between now and Thanksgiving.  Are the members of your family attached to their smart phones to keep them busy? 

Amy, heated hand grips on a snow blower would be very nice.  It sounds like you have had your money's worth with your old snow blower.  Glad to see you now have the online ordering for groceries.  It is great for the large orders.  I still will stop to get a couple of items and also to shop at Aldi's, which is a small store and doesn't wear me out like the supermarkets do. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 20, 2017, 10:22:01 AM
Good morning everyone, well we finally have sun this morning. I thik I am fighting something, first I am freezing then I am sweating. Did not sleep good last night either, lucky if I got 3 houirs sleep. I would hate to get a cold now and have to stay home for Thanksgiving. Wound not want to give it to my great grandson.

JOAN  so good seeing you posted yesterday. I noticed you had been missing and worried about you.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 20, 2017, 11:36:51 AM
Amy, I’m a great map reader; when my dad and I took trips those many years ago, I would map out our trips so we could see everything possible, especially if it was free.  If my camera had been lost, we would not have been able to take the family picture I want to take to send at Christmastime.  So, a BIG WHEW!

Lloyd, I love your definitions!

Tom uses a CPAP but I don’t think he uses distilled water, at least I’ve never seen it on the grocery receipt.  I’ll have to ask him.

Larry, it surprises me how many times I do know the answer on Jeopardy.  Of course, the questions are easy to begin with when I have the answer.  And it is interesting how often the contestants don’t know about people who are a couple generations older than they are.  But I am amazed at the knowledge they do have about very ancient times.  It makes one wonder if they are given some topics beforehand, but I’ve read that is not so.

Larry, I probably was driving at 35 mph when I got to that corner, but you don’t take 90-degree turns at 35 mph!  Maybe a husband should not try to teach his wife to drive,  but a father and brother combination worked for me.  This was long before driver training and I found by putting together what Dad told me with what Norm told me, I got the message.  I always thought both Dad and Norm were very good drivers and Norm even told me once that I was a good driver.  I was able to quit before I became a bad driver.

Gloria, don’t get sick now; I hope whatever is bothering you goes away.  My only advice is “take two aspirin (or Tylenol) and go to bed”; I know you’ve read that many times.

Mary Ann

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Jeanne Lee on November 20, 2017, 12:40:05 PM
November 1 - Hospital

November 10 - Rehab

November 20 - HOME!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: so_P_bubble on November 20, 2017, 12:45:07 PM
 :wave2:

Hip hip hooray! Great to hear you are back home.  Welcome back to your home here as well :)
I bet it is a good feeling to be back on the eve of a holiday.
Stay safe and well, Jeanne!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 20, 2017, 12:58:08 PM
Jeanne Lee, it is so good to see a post from you.  Stay well and be home for Thanksgiving - with family, I hope.  We miss you when you're not here.

I also am missing Phyllis again and I hope she's well.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Sandy on November 20, 2017, 01:08:25 PM

:balloons: Welcome Back Jeanne Lee!  :balloons:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 20, 2017, 01:21:08 PM
Jeanne Lee, Thanks be to God !! You are back amongst those of us who love you. May you continue to gain back all that you have lost. Sickness can really take the joy out of living. Do you have caring relatives near by Jeanne? I pray so. Is there anything we can do via the mails ? Prayers continue of course.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Carol on November 20, 2017, 01:56:53 PM
Jeanne Lee:  You can never have enough  :grouphug:

Amy:  In Minnesota, we had a combination snow plow or lawn mower with a driver's seat - lived on a country side road.  It made fast work of plowing.  Good wishes on your tackling the snowfall this year.  I suggest anything heated would be great. 
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Post by: CallieOK on November 20, 2017, 03:59:35 PM
Welcome back, Jeanne Lee.  So happy you're home in time for Thanksgiving.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Radioman34 on November 20, 2017, 04:07:19 PM
Welcome home Jeanne Lee
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Joy on November 20, 2017, 05:29:24 PM
Welcome back, Jeanne Lee !

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 20, 2017, 05:46:52 PM
OH WOW!  ALLOF A SUDDEN IT'S A RED LETTER DAY.  OUR OWN JEANNE LEE HAS COME BACK TO US!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: mycheal on November 20, 2017, 08:31:58 PM
Jeanne Lee your right back where you belong :) Enjoy and be well !
Mycheal
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Jeanne Lee on November 20, 2017, 10:18:15 PM

Many thanks for all the welcome messages.  :smitten: 


It sure is good be be back. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 20, 2017, 10:22:40 PM
Well I popped in once today and checked the board but didn't have anything to add, dragging.

Jeanne Lee, welcome home.  We miss you.  Hope you have a great Thanksgiving.

Hope everyone had a great day.  I am off to bed.

Nite, nite, God Bless and sweet dreams

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Shirley on November 20, 2017, 11:35:07 PM
One more WELCOME HOME from me, Jeanne Lee.... you were missed.

:cheer: :hugs: :cheer: :hugs: :cheer: :hugs: :cheer:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Denver on November 21, 2017, 12:59:17 AM
Oh happy day.....

:hb2:  W E L C O M E  H O M E 
                   JEANNE LEE   :hb2:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 21, 2017, 04:13:36 AM
hello everyone,
well i am just up for short while a Nature call and dry mouth. a cool drink and back to bed. Jennie Lee I want to add my self to the good wishes for you being back. sorry for your have to visit the hospital,but glad we have a good one when we have to have them. Hope to see everyone after while. I seen Denver by the time you posted a suspect you are back in bed also, that is where i am going now.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 21, 2017, 07:27:34 AM

Good morning everyone..
I want to add to the others  WELCOME HOME Jeanne Lee. Just take it easy and enjoy each day.

We did go and look at snow blowers and I now have a new dance partner.I am sad that the other one won't be coming home, what a difference in the material/steel  the old one is much heavier . I hope this one holds up. They are to deliver it sometime today.

Baked bread and muffins yesterday, put some in the hidey hole .

Joan, hope you are feeling better today...take it easy.

I need to get ready to meet the day,

Have a great day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 21, 2017, 07:41:28 AM
Good morming Everyfriend! I'm running a bit late this morning so I'll try to come back and see what y'all are up to later.  i'm off to w
Wally World today.

Amy I hope you and your dance partner get to sit out some dandes this winter but it will be good to have a partner who is "light" on his toes.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 21, 2017, 08:13:24 AM
Thank you Jane and don't forget he is really a hot one too (heated handles) :)
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 21, 2017, 08:44:57 AM
Good morning everyone, feel better than yesterday, at least no chills and I did sleep last night.

MARY ANN  yesterday I did not take my pain pill and did take 2 asprin in the afternoon and just laid on the couch wrapped in a blanket.  Guess for 2 days I was really a couch potato. Hope I feel better later.

JEANNE LEE  wonderful you are home again. Take care of yourself and hopefully no more hospital stays.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 21, 2017, 11:02:01 AM
 Hi Everyone. We have an overcast but warmer morning with a low percentage of having some rain today.  This is another day with nothing on the calendar.  I may make a trip over to Costco to look at the Chromebook computers.  I have pretty well decided that I will go that route again but upgrade.  This will be Pat's Christmas present to me and I might just get it a little early.  I stayed home all day yesterday and it was just a quiet day.  I almost finished another audiobook, which I will finish up today and select another.  I just spent an hour or more working on Pat's computer.

Gloria, sure hope those are not the first symptoms of a cold and happy to see you are feeling better today and that you slept last night. 

Mary Ann, distilled water is prescribed for our machines.  Does he had a water container on his machine?  I don't know the Jeopardy answers to some of today's singing and movie people.  I would seriously doubt that the program would have lasted this long if it weren't on the up and up.  You are very wise to quit driving before you have become a bad driver.  It has been awhile since we have had a posting from Phyllis.  Like you I sure hope she is OK. 

Amy, I hope that new snow blower is easy for you to use and does a good job.  It is that time of year where you will need it. 

Jane, hope your line had many smiling faces today as people prepare for Thanksgiving.  I expect you are checking out a lot of groceries.     
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Carol on November 21, 2017, 12:13:48 PM
Morning walk is over - it is so cool and nice here and we had windows open all night.  My neighbor puts her heat up to 80 degrees in the morning as she doesn't like to feel cool.  Tucson is still having temperatures about 10 to 12 degrees above normal.  This is almost two full months now.   :(  Everyone from the north likes it - we don't really like it this hot. 

Mary Ann:  I could be very interested in having a driver-free car.  Just put a pillow in the back seat and take a nap.  Sounds good to me. 

My audio book is by Jan Karon.  Her books are gentle and good - nice instead of our news.  Wednesday is cooking and baking day as we will spend Thanksgiving on the road. In and Out to Phoenix using a back road short cut.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 21, 2017, 12:34:11 PM
Good Morning All, warming up out here, high of 86 today and sunny.

I will be going down for a Coffee Klatch and a movie of the last missionary trip one of our young man was one.

Just remembered.....I forgot to do my arm and leg massage and exercises this morning, so maybe I will go down this afternoon for the Balance and Mobility class. Gotta keep the old body mobile. I wonder if there is an exercise to make the brain remember things?

Carol, I have read several of Jan Karon's books and liked them. She is a fine lady.

Gloria, I pray you will feel better today and keep feeling better till you are fine again.  Did you run a temperature ?

Hal, you don't sound too "perky" today my friend. I keep Christian Bros. brandy on hand to put in a cup of hot tea and honey. Works for me.

Mycheal, glad to see you popping in on us now and again. What are you up to these days? Any snow yet ?

Time to get the body downstairs for the meeting. See you later.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Shirley on November 21, 2017, 01:02:06 PM
I am over my "bug".... about 36 hour one but sure was having a pity-party for myself.  Can't remember when the tummy felt so awful and all I did was feed cats & snacks for myself & sleep.  So far this morning I cleaned leaves out of the pool & switched the well from sprinkler system to add water to the pool so I can leave it running overnight, supposed to get down to 22°  tonight & the electronics of the filter we put in last year are at risk if water not kept moving.  Don't have time to drain down & open up that filter for winter storage this week, but this is a solution. 

Amy, I'll say what everyone tells me when I have to give up an old appliance, "Don't expect the new one to last like the old one did..."  Would you believe I am still using a gas dryer that we bought for the new house we built back in 1967?  It is an awful avocado green & we've put several belts on it during the years, but none of the ones my kids ever had dry as fast.  As long as it runs I will keep it, son says he can put a new belt on when time comes.  :thumbup:  By the way, I'll be checking out the hidey hole for some hot bread, nothing can taste as good as hot bread with butter melting down through.  YUM!  Hey, my little Encore has a heated steering wheel, never appreciated it as much as this winter already.  I've had the car 3 years but old "arthur" has not been as painful as this year so heat feels good.

Wishing all of you a happy day, this is one busy week around here.  I'm going to bake a turkey tomorrow to have all the giblets, drippings & chunks of white meat to flavor the broth for the turkey/noodles.  I have a stainless steel stock pot so will put all those juices in it & put in the little apartment frig in the basement.  Cooking the noodles the next morning won't be any problem to get them to the dinner on time.  I used to do the noodles the day before & Thanksgiving morning I'd have another turkey in the oven along with a spiral ham.  I even made refrigerator rolls & peeled a 5 lb bag of potatoes & mashed along with the veggies & fruit salad with real whipping cream.  Don't know how I did it without any help, but everyone loved it.  My recipe for refrigerator rolls makes enough to use 1/3 of it to make into a loaf of cinnamon twist bread with icing on top.  Couple hours later we'd have the birthday cake, back then only 1 birthday, now so many to celebrate I have to get out the calendar to count. 

Thanksgiving comes with lots of memories, remembering the best times makes it all more meaningful.  Enjoy whatever your day/week brings.  While you are remembering those good old days give yourself a grin when you go to bed at night because you aren't as tired as those busy old days!  Enjoy today!  Love ya' all.   Shirley
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Sandy on November 21, 2017, 02:41:20 PM
Good Afternoon Everyone from the
seasonally cool but sunny,  rocky coast of Maine.   

I am doing good with no complaints except this is the
season that I hunker down and "lay low" until after the
new year.       

I hope that everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving..
I am going over to Kelly's for "Turkey Day".

We are going to have Lobster's etc,  for a change!!! 
Funny! 

Enjoy,
Sandy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 21, 2017, 04:18:35 PM
Carol, I am not sure I'd trust the driverless car and I think they will not be the "norm" before I am no longer around.  I think I would risk a ride in one just to see how it goes; I'm not a serious risk taker, but I do dare on tame risks.

Larry, I asked Tom if he used distilled water and he said he does not.  Tom always has an explanation for everything and had one for why he doesn't use distilled water but I don't understand enough about them, so just know he uses tap water.  Our water isn't too hard so if we still lived in Belmont, he probably would not use the water.

We will be going to Holland for our Thanksgiving and Dot is going to be with her SIL's brother and family.  The brother is married to a woman from Fiji who is an American citizen. 

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 21, 2017, 04:39:39 PM
I'm in for the day!  My shift was pretty easybecause I had akk short registers most of the time I was there.

I came home, had lunch, saw to the doggies needs, sat a spell then I went out to do some errands.  One of them was to track down some lard for pie crust making.  I had a little trouble there.  The last store I went to the meat department manager said, "I usually have it but I don't have any this year."  I looked him in the eye and said "Why?"  And being an honest man he said "because I forgot to order it">  Before I left he had my name and phone number and I had a promise of lard by tomorrow afternoon.  Nice guy!

Then I finished two other things and starte another but I have to wait for some input from my son.  Unfortunately, he was out of the store!

Gloria, I'm glad to hear you're feeling better.

Larry, it sounds like you and Pat shop like my sister and BIL.  For many years, They've each bought their own Christmas gifts.  They wrap them and put them under the tree and on Christmas, Margie sees what she gave Jim and Jim sees what he gave her.  They have the fun of surprise but they each get exactly what they really wanted.

I have to start thinking about supper pretty soon.  It's going to have to be microwave or stove top because I have all the candy making tools stowed in the oven so I can use the table to roll pie crust.  Hmmmm?
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: mycheal on November 21, 2017, 08:30:58 PM
June, I get my daily fix in here reading ~ No snow here yet, in fact weather is cold one day and warm the next. to a roller coaster pattern.
Hope you continue doing well   ~
Happy Thanksgiving to you and Yours.
Mycheal
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 21, 2017, 11:17:23 PM
June, I use to drink, back in those days one was too many and 25 wasn't enough.  Loved beer and scotch and playing golf, the so called 19th hole.  Anyhow, I do on a very special occasionill have one.  More than likely Christmas day I will have half glass of wine.  I respect those that enjoy a drink and stop with the one or two.  Hey there isn't anything wrong with a drink, even Jesus made water into wine, right.

Off to bed, tired, guess from doing so much of nothing.  I will try to catch up tomorrow by picking up where I left off.


Nite, nite, God bless and sweet dreams.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 22, 2017, 07:15:55 AM
Good morning everyone..

Well, my new dance partner arrived yesterday and the fellow gave me the run down on it, said it blows snow that good I can put snow in the neighbours yard!! VON came and to make a long story short I ended up running hubby to the Dr,he is back on antibiotics  again.

Today I need to run into town and pick up 2  4X8 sheets of coroplast this is then cut into 6" X 12" pieces that I wrap my fabric around and store in cupboards. One sheet is for daughter in love...since I caused this sewing infliction on her :2funny:

Shirley, happy to hear you're not buggy anymore. 36 hours is way too long to be feeling under the weather.I agree with you on the new appliances  too I have  older Maytag washer and dryer and they work like a charm. They are not as old as yours maybe 20 years old. I had a repairman here when one wasn't working right and he said hang on to these the new ones won't last like these.

Gloria , glad to see you are also feeling better, take it easy and stay warm.

Sandy, love the photo of Fe!!! :thumbup:

Jane,happy to read you had short registers yesterday.I used Tenderflake lard for years and then it bothered my stomach and switched to Crisco shortening..it is ok but I prefer the lard.

Better get a move on here.

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 22, 2017, 07:54:19 AM
Good morning Everyfriend!  It's supposed to be sunny and a bit warmer here today.  By warmer I mean in the very high 30s and very low 40s

I'll be off to Wally World again this morning.  So far, the customers are not grumpy.  It's still Thanksgiving prep.  Im not sure what will happen Thursday and Friday. 

Have to let the doggies out one more time and get ready for work.  Enjoy your day Everyfriend.

Wow Amy!  That's a powerful snowblower!  What do you think your neighbor will say when all that snow comes in their yard?

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 22, 2017, 09:54:42 AM
Good morning everyone, looks like that was only being over tired because I wokefeeling OK yesterday and I slept good last night so feel much better today. Would hate to miss tomorrow at my grandson's. Fell asleep last night listening to the wind howling and woke to rain. Some places have had over an inch of it already.

LARRY  like you I did not know the answers about the singers on Jepardy. That is one program I hate to miss.

CAROL  it tiik years for me to get comfortable in the passenger seat and not behind the wheel so doubt I would ever relax in a computer operated car.

JUNE  no temperature, just worn out with chills and then sweating. Not something I ever felt before.

SHIRLEY  the GE fridge I bought it 1978 for under $400 is still running at the apartment I had at my son's house. It is still better than the GE one in this apartment, had more room inside, too. I sure miss the big freezer in it. I agree, home made bread hot from the oven and butter  melting into it, a taste of heaven. My days of cooking the big holiday meals are long over and at times I wonder how I did it all.

SANDY  ahh lobster instead of turkey  would be wonderful. Miss the days we spent at Ferry Beach when we had lobster often.

JANE  do you use lard for your piecrust? I can still remember the taste and flakey crust my Mom made.  Glad to read that now "they" have found that lard is not so bad for us.

HAL  1 drink is OK but being a drunk is not.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 22, 2017, 10:06:46 AM
https://www.jacquielawson.com/ecard/pickup?code=7060925494939&source=jl999

HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 22, 2017, 10:33:25 AM
 Hi Everyone. I got up early and started working on Pat's computer to restore some bookmarks on her Chrome Browser. It was not a big job. Today I have work to do on her computer that I have been using that I will put back up in her sewing room. Jennifer will be coming to share supper with us tonight and then she and Pat plan on playing some Farkle.  Scott has to work tonight.

Yesterday I did go to Costco and came home with a new Acer Chromebook that has a 14 inch HD screen.  They had them on sale for $90 off the regular price. It also came with a new wireless mouse.  This one has access to the full Android Play Store, which is literally millions of applications for Android tablets and phones.  I had a bit of a time getting that feature set up but I finally found all the steps to take.  The first Chromebook computer I had didn't have this feature and had only a few apps available to run on it.  It also came with a hundred gigabytes of online cloud storage for two years, which is a big plus. So Pat has her Christmas shopping done for me and these computers don't break the bank.

Carol, I would want driverless cars to be used and tested for a long time before I would want one.  I would like some of today's features such as the one that prevents you from running into the back of someone.  We bought most of the Jan Karon books of the Father Tim series and really enjoyed them.  Hope your cooking and baking goes well today and doesn't tire you out too much. 

June, that is a nice temperature you had yesterday.  Not too warm but not chilly.  I would say your mind is pretty nimble.  I hope you enjoyed your exercising yesterday. 

Shirley, glad you are over the "bug" as know that can be miserable.  That pool sure sounds like a lot of work.  You certainly have gotten your money's worth with that old dryer.  My son recently had to replace his gas dryer and was going to install an electric one, which was delivered, only to find there was only a gas line available.  When we got the new LG washer it removes so much of the water that it takes our dryer very little time to dry the clothes compared to our old washer.  We have heated seats in our car but not a heated steering wheel.  Glad yours helps your arthritis. Have you ever used a wax bath for your hands?  We have one but Pat hasn't used it for a long time.  It sounds like you are doing a lot for Thanksgiving.  Pat is going to fix the turkey breast in the crock pot this year.

Sandy, you may start a new Thanksgiving tradition with the lobster. 

Mary Ann, maybe Tom was told it wasn't necessary to use distilled water with his CPAP machine. 

Jane, was that one of the 15 or less type register lines you worked?  Hope you get the lard.  Your pie crusts must be a treat in themselves.  I haven't had a piece of pie with the crust made with lard for many years.  For big items for Christmas I much prefer doing my own shopping.  We do not wrap the item up as, like the new Chromebook, I start using it when I get it.  I did surprise Pat last year with the old Singer sewing machine.  I have no idea what I will get her this year as she hasn't indicated what she might like.  Our main gift to our son this year he got early as he needed a new bed.  It was by far the most expensive Christmas gift we have ever given him but he is now getting decent sleep. 

mycheal, I expect it won't be long before you see some snow up your way.  I hope you also have a great Thanksgiving.

Hal, it is interesting how sometimes doing very little is as tiring as doing quite a bit.  I hope today finds you feeling better.  I looked forward to getting up today as had some specific computer related things I want to get done. 

Amy, would your neighbor appreciate the extra snow in his yard?  :)  Sorry to read that your husband has to be back on antibiotics again but hopefully the problem was noted early.  It seems antibiotics really makes a person feel tired.  It is a shame that appliances are built to not last.

Jane, do you have to work on Thursday and Friday.  At least you would have your own space behind your register rather than dealing with the big crowds in the aisles. 

Gloria, glad to see you are feeling better and getting decent sleep.  We have a pretty large side by side refrigerator/freezer and it seems there isn't much room in either as the shelves aren't very wide.  However, it serves our needs.  I would like to have a little freezer in the garage but don't think it is wise to get anymore major appliances at our age. Isn't it amazing how many of the things we were told were bad for us have now been evaluated. Thanks for the Thanksgiving card.  Wouldn't it nice if the cooking did itself.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 22, 2017, 12:50:05 PM
 Hi Everyone.I had to come back and post the following as it seems to be a good Thanksgiving eve reminder of what is really important in this life.  I hope you enjoy it:

Whether we wear a $300 or $30 watch - - - they both tell the same time.

Whether we carry a $300 or $30 wallet/handbag - - - the amount of money inside is the same.

Whether we drink a bottle of $300 or $30 or $3 wine - - - the hangover is the same.

Whether the house we live in is 300 or 3,000 or 30,000 sq. ft. - - - the loneliness is the same.

And we realize our true inner happiness does not come from the material things of this world.

Whether we fly first or economy class, if the plane goes down - - - we go down with it.

Whether we fly first or economy class, if the plane reaches its destination - - - everyone arrives at the same time.

Therefore . . . we should realize that when we have mates, buddies and old friends, brothers and sisters, with whom we can chat, laugh, talk, sing, talk about north-south-east-west or heaven and earth -- that is true happiness!

Six Undeniable Facts of Life:
1. Don't educate your children to be rich. Educate them to be happy, so when they grow up they will know the value of things, not the price.
2. Best wise words: "Eat your food as your medicines. Otherwise you have to eat medicines as your food."
3. The one who loves you will never leave you because, even if there are 100 reasons to give up, he or she will find one reason to hold on.
4. There is a big difference between a human being and being human. Only a few folks really understand that.
5. You are loved when you are born. You will be loved when you die. In between, you have to manage!
6. If you just want to walk fast, walk alone; but, if you want to walk far, walk together!

Six Best Doctors in the World:
1. Sunlight
2. Rest
3. Exercise
4. Diet
5. Self Confidence
6. Friends

And, finally:

The nicest place to be is in someone's thoughts,
the safest place to be is in someone's prayers.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Sandy on November 22, 2017, 01:15:44 PM
Great words to ponder and live by,
Larry!!!

Thanks for sharing them!

Sandy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Chia on November 22, 2017, 01:25:14 PM
New Quiz over on http://www.seniorsandfriends.org/index.php?board=22.0
Trying for the answers is great for the brain
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 22, 2017, 02:10:31 PM
Good Morning Everyone!

Hope all is going well with your Thanksgiving prep.  We have changed plans for tomorrow, we are staying home and eating with oldest daughter here in San Antonio.  My sleepless nights are just not conducive to staying in someone else's house.

Hope everyone has a great day.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 22, 2017, 02:43:58 PM
I just had an experience I have not had before â€" Tom helped me make the pies, or maybe I helped him.  I think he feels that at my age, I’m not capable of it any more because while I was getting things together for three pies, he came upstairs and took over.  I did give the instructions, however, because I have not forgotten how to make pies.

I had two cans of pumpkin so we mixed the two cans and ingredients together.  I found a glass pie plate I did not know I had but I could not find two other glass plates and I have no idea where they are â€" in the storage room, perhaps.  Anyway, the pies are in the oven for the first 15-minute baking and when my timer goes off, I’ll lower the temperature and let the pies finish. 

I also had a can of cherry pie filling so Tom put that together.  We will take one pumpkin and the cherry pie with us tomorrow and leave one pumpkin here for us.  There will be five adults for dinner in Holland.

The pies are done and I put the oven door ajar and turned off the oven.  Tom will come up when convenient and take the pies out of the oven.  They’re too hot right now.

I haven’t made a pie crust in years.  I learned how after my mother died in 1941 and I did make them for years  until crust mixes appeared on the market.  After Pillsbury came out with their crusts that you roll out, I never looked back.  I think I did not ever make a crust with lard, so I don’t dream about such crusts.  Some times I eat the crusts and other times I do not. 

As for Larry’s post, I am comfortable as I am.  I am neither rich nor poor and I’ll take life as it is. 

Gloria, thanks for the Thanksgiving Day card; I had not seen that one before.

I expect to browse here in the morning, but I don't know if I'll post or not, so I want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving Day. It is my favorite holiday because it is a family day regardless of the fact stores are making it more and more commercial.

Mary Ann

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: CallieOK on November 22, 2017, 04:24:16 PM
Chocolate dessert is made, cornbread/biscuits baked and onions/celery chopped for dressing, kitchen cleaned up.  I can't mix/bake the dressing until tomorrow so......I think I'll take a nap.

Happy Thanksgiving Eve,  Everyfriend and - in case you don't have time to peek in tomorrow morning.....

Have a Blessed and  :pumpkinpie:

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 22, 2017, 04:57:03 PM
Another day has come and gone. Did some errands in town then home to do some laundry and cleaning. Friend just left, she brought me a panel with a moose on it, beautiful!!! I can't wait till the company brings out the wolf panel, have the fox and bear and ordered the elk panel.
Tomorrow is vet day for golden girl.....she just takes it all in,no fuss with her.

Larry, I agree with those Drs in your story.

Lloyd, Jeanne Lee and Joan are missing?? Hope they are alright!

If I don't get in ,in the morning I want to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving,safe travels for those on the roads .
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Carol on November 22, 2017, 07:06:35 PM
such an exciting time of the year....

Sometimes, it is nice to have a "feel good" story - I read too much history. 

Sandy:  Lobster - yum  ---remembering out drive to Maine one year. 

Lard:  My mother used lard for pie crusts and we always used lard for making doughnuts. 

Mycheal:  snow?  It will come soon enough - where are you? 

Amy:  My daughter does not sew.  She cooks and bakes up a storm though and has a busy job.  Always in motion.  I tell her that quilting is therapeutic.  Our granddaughter likes to sew a bit.

Gloria:  Thank you for the nice video. 

Amy:  Is that panel a quilted one or made out of wood?  I do hope your hubby is feeling better.When you have time, could you post pictures of the panels?   

My dressing  and a sweet potato dish is ready.  It is in the fridge and will be warmed before we get in the car and drive to a Phoenix suburb.  (Sure miss a normal cold and snowy Thanksgiving but too many memories of driving out to farms on ice just to be together with relatives).   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 22, 2017, 07:38:13 PM
Carol, it is a fabric panel and these photos do not do the panel justice....
Hope this comes up for you.

http://www.hoffmanfabrics.com/product-category/hoffman-spectrum-digital/call-of-the-wild/
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: mycheal on November 22, 2017, 08:06:04 PM
When  the Autumn leaves
have fallen
A blessed harvest is in,
Thanksgiving time is near
It warms the heart for many
with reflections of those who have meant so
much throughout our lives past and present,
Be they connected yet or not, they  do matter !'
The gift of life is the best blessing of all.
To think were so blessed for the freedom's we enjoy
without prosecution.
May you have a wonderful and meaningful Thanksgiving!
HappY ThanksgivinG

Mycheal
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 22, 2017, 08:13:30 PM
Mycheal, a lovely thought, thank you.

May everyone have a great Thanksgiving Day.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 22, 2017, 09:16:47 PM
Mycheal, thank you for your thoughtful Thanksgiving wishes. I'm sure that every single one of us that post here will be very Thankful in their individual  Thanksgiving Day. We are SO Blessed.

Hal, I am thankful that you will be celebrating this special day by staying snug at home. You can remain relaxed and do what is necessary to remain secure and happy. Many of our residents here have asked me if I will be with family, and I happily say "YES...right here with this family of loving friends".

Mary Ann, you and Tom have done well with your pie bakings. I know you will have a festive day tomorrow.

Larry, I truly enjoyed your posting of what is truly important in our lives. All very true and helpful. Thank you.

I just finished a carton of macaroni salad while reading your messages, not it is time for some dessert, and then off to prepare for a quiet evening at home. Gary did our Bible study for today, and it was inspired. I can just feel his relationship with our Lord and it is so rewarding to this mother's heart. Then I had an appt. with my dear doctor and she finds I am doing well. Thanks be to God.

Whatever you do tomorrow, may it be a very Blessed day for all of us, we have SO much to be Thankful for.  I love you all. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 22, 2017, 10:16:29 PM
Time to wish you all good night and sweet dreams.hope all that will be traveling a safe journey. enjoy your day tomorrow , do not eat too much.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 22, 2017, 10:38:32 PM
Mycheal, the gift of life is certainly the most wonderful gift one can give. 
Unfortunately some don't realize the responsibility that goes with that gift.
It seems here in our city, San Antonio, we have so many children murdered by parents or their live in partners

We are going to get one of our coldest nights of the year, down in the 30's.  So guess we will have some frost on the pumpkin come morning.  I will throw an extra blanket on the bed.  Normally just a sheet and bed spread.

So I will bid you all a Good Night, Sweet  Dreams and God Bless.''
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Beverly on November 22, 2017, 11:17:50 PM
Happy Thanksgiving to Everyone!

I hope you all have a wonderful day.  Though I seldom post,  I count Seniors and Friends as one of my blessings and love reading about what is going on in your daily lives.

Beverly
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 23, 2017, 07:32:14 AM
Good Morning everyone.

Happy Thanksgiving to Everyone!

we are going to oldest daughter's for the day.

Nancy is doing a stove top dressing.

that is easy for her part and that is how it should be the children taking over.

Hope you are all having a safe and happy day.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Jeanne Lee on November 23, 2017, 07:56:13 AM
Happy Thanksgiving!

It's amazing how messed up things can get with three weeks of absence.  Spent most of yesterday "fixing" and probably will for the next couple of days as well.  I just thank the Lord that I'm still able to strighten things out.   ;)
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 23, 2017, 08:13:51 AM
Jeanne Lee

I know I am glad and am sure the rest of us at S & F are as well. Just take care of your self first and the rest of us second. I sure appreciate all you have done for Me. just wish you lived close to us geography. Have a great day today and a better tomorrow.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Carol on November 23, 2017, 08:48:58 AM
Happy Thanksgiving to all - wherever you are on earth!  We are driving "over the desert and through the cacti  to oldest son's condo we go".  They move home in June so we will miss them next year.  One grandson will be with us as he has taken a week off school and work.  Yes, full time - full throttle ahead in school and work.  He needed this break. 

Dressing is cooked and only need reheating - we will stay for a while but do not want to drive through the desert area in the dark.  There can be "campers" out and about. 

Take care everyone. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Shirley on November 23, 2017, 09:54:59 AM
Wishing all Senior Friends & Families a Wonderful Thanksgiving..... eat hardy, be another year before those delicious smells invade the house.  I baked a turkey yesterday, used the broth & giblets along with the drippings & lots of turkey meat to make the base for the noodles.  I went down to my "pantry" in the basement where I store large cooking pots, crock pot & even canned foods, only to discover my large stock pot was missing. 

I vaguely remember offering it to my daughter last year in a moment of extreme weariness.... so I called to see if it was true.  Twas... so I took up the big crock pot up & find it would only hold the broth & turkey bites but would have to drag out the biggest pot that came with the set of pots & pans I bought about 5 years ago (still new to me!  ;)) 

Turns out that pot is much larger than I remembered so after leaving the broth to simmer all night in crock pot, this morning I scooped out half & put in the other pot & looked like it could hold the whole batch of turkey & noodles (2 16 oz bags of Reams frozen egg noodles) so that is on simmer & will bring up the huge bowl of turkey already sliced & the dressing to heat in the oven so all warm & ready to eat when I arrive at the gathering. 

I suggested to my son that I take a good photo of his family & mother in law because "we never know if this will be the last year his wife's mother will be able to join them.  Alzheimer's is racing much faster than expected. I had not intended to do all the baking & cooking until my DIL said her mother wanted to join the dinner, I knew it would be an emotional time for all and just wanted to make it a little easier for them. 

The sun is bright, going to warm up to upper 60s (after a hard freeze night before last) and record breaking for tomorrow (70s).  Guess I'll have to rake leaves if it isn't too windy.  Right now my sidewalk to the front porch is so full of leaves when I opened the front door to invite Callie Kat in to eat, she took a look at the pile of leaves, shot into the air like a gazelle & landed on the porch.  I really don't mind raking leaves but would be nice in everyone on the street did the same.  The wind keeps blowing them different directions & the way this house sits, leaves end up staying here.  One house across the street has the same problem & my buddy at that house & I are the only ones that bag leaves. 

I'd better go put a camera by my purse or I'll forget.  Remember the good years and enjoy today.  Love ya all.......Shirley
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Joy on November 23, 2017, 10:10:28 AM
Good morning on this pretty, sunny, chilly day here in Central Maryland.

I just want to wish every friend here in the Soda Shoppe a Very Happy Thanksgiving.  I am so thankful for so many things........... one being able to visit here and enjoy the friendly conversations every day.  Hope you all will enjoy a wonderful day with family and or  friends and have a delicious dinner.

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 23, 2017, 10:20:30 AM
 Hi Everyone and Happy Thanksgiving for those of us in the USA. Of course, everyday should be a day of Thanksgiving.  We will be having our Thanksgiving dinner probably in the late afternoon.  Pat decided this morning to bake the turkey rather than fix it in the crock pot. Jennifer is a football fan so I will have someone who enjoys watching the games with me this afternoon.  A few days ago I read the following about Thanksgiving and wanted to share it with you all today.  It contains some beautiful pictures and wise words:   http://www.ba-bamail.com/content.aspx?emailid=13127 

Sandy, thanks for your comment on the piece I posted yesterday.  Some things we get are just too good not to share. 

Hal, sorry you had to change your plans but we must do what is best for us.  At least you will be sharing the day with one of your children. It sounds like you are going to have some truly fall weather with the frost. 

Mary Ann, I am now having to get things out of the oven for Pat.  Sometime ago I got these silicone oven mitts so I don't burn myself.  However, they are a bit clumsy and I wouldn't want to hold something too hot for too long. 

Callie, nice you could do some of the preparation the day before.  The chocolate dessert sounds good.  I liked your little Thanksgiving graphic.

Amy, I guess today is just a normal Thursday up your way since you all celebrated your Thanksgiving last month.  Hope the vet appointment goes well for golden girl. Glad we will not be on the roads today. Those are nice pictures on the panels.   

Carol, I wonder if lard will make a comeback in cooking now that "they" say it isn't as bad for us as once thought.  Pat gave our granddaughter the portable Bernina that she wasn't using anymore but don't think our granddaughter has used it.

Mycheal, well spoken.  As June said we are indeed blessed.

June, glad you are happy to celebrate Thanksgiving with the other residents there where you live.  I love a good macaroni salad and haven't made one is quite awhile.  Glad the doctor found you doing well and certainly something to be very thankful this day. 

Lloyd, with all the food we have at Thanksgiving it is hard to not eat a little too much.  Glad to read that Nancy isn't having to do all or most of the cooking.  That will be the same way at our house today as our son and granddaughter will do most of the work although knowing Pat she will probably do a little too much.  However, I think she will be more of an adviser than active worker today. 

Beverly, your posting as well as all of those who post here whether regularly or occasionally are always welcome.

Carol, glad you will be enjoying the day with your grandson as well as your son and DIL. 

Shirley, how many folks do you have at your Thanksgiving meal.  From all of your cooking in large quantity is sounds like you could feed a big crowd.  :)  I bet it is all delicious.  So sorry that your son's wife's mother is being overtaken by that dread Alzheimer's. Getting that special pictures sounds like a good idea. 

Joy, thanks for that nice post.  I hope you enjoy your day as well.  Will you be with family?

     
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Radioman34 on November 23, 2017, 12:13:18 PM
Thanksgiving greetings from Canada.  I agree with Larry; we have much for which to give thanks.

Tomorrow I start my first Santa gig. I'm not sure when, but I will be having my picture taken with one of my great grandsons. I'm looking forward to that.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 23, 2017, 12:30:52 PM
Good Thanksgiving morning Everyone!
Truly a beautiful day here.   I thought you all might like to read some of George Washingtons first Thanksgiving Proclamation



George Washington’s Thanksgiving Proclamation

Nov 22, 2017




RUSH: The George Washington Thanksgiving proclamation establishing the national holiday was October 3rd, 1789. That was the date of the proclamation. Here’s how it begins: “Whereas, it is the duty of…” By the way, let me say something here at the outset. The Pilgrims, George Washington? They’re not just distant figures in history. These are the people who, among others, founded this country. This is genuinely awesome. That word’s thrown around, but what they did, how they got there, is historical. It’s not some distant group of people.

They are us.

“Whereas it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His protection and favor â€" and whereas both Houses of Congress have by their joint Committee requested me ‘to recommend to the People of the United States a day of public thanksgiving and prayer to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many signal favors of Almighty God especially by affording them an opportunity peaceably to establish a form of government for their safety and happiness.’

“Now, therefore, I do recommend and assign Thursday the 26th day of November next to be devoted by the People of these States to the service of that great and glorious Being, who is the beneficent Author of all the good that was, that is, or that will be. That we may then all unite in rendering unto Him our sincere and humble thanks â€" for His kind care and protection of the People of this Country previous to their becoming a Nation. For the signal and manifold mercies, and the favorable interpositions of His Providence which we experienced in the tranquility, union, and plenty, which we have since enjoyed; for the peaceable and rational manner, in which we have been enabled to establish constitutions of government for our safety and happiness, and particularly the national one now lately instituted â€" for the civil and religious liberty with which we are blessed…”

This is shortly after the Constitution was official, giving thanks for that as well.

“And also that we may then unite in most humbly offering our prayers and supplications to the great Lord and Ruler of Nations and beseech Him to pardon our national and other transgressions â€" to enable us all, whether in public or private stations, to perform our several and relative duties properly and punctually.” And “to render our national government a blessing to all the people, by constantly being a government of wise, just, and constitutional laws, discreetly and faithfully executed and obeyed. To protect and guide all Sovereigns and Nations … and to bless them with good government, peace, and concord.

To promote the knowledge and practice of true religion and virtue, and the encrease [sic] of science among them and us â€" and generally to grant unto all Mankind such a degree of temporal prosperity as He alone knows to be best. Given under me hand at the city of New York on the 3rd day of October in the Year of Our Lord 1789, George Washington.” How many of you have heard that our founders were atheists or were agnostics? So that’s the first Thanksgiving, the official proclamation for it. It has traceable roots right back to the Pilgrims.


My all of you have a blessed holiday
Hal
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 23, 2017, 01:24:37 PM
Larry, as it turned out, I put the oven door ajar and the pies cooled in the oven and it was I who took the pies from the oven.  Tom’s offering to take them out was because he thought he’d take them out immediately after they finished. 

Tom has said we will leave at 2 pm to head for Holland.  Holland is only about 40 miles from here and I am sure the Interstate (I-196) will be as busy as other traffic.  I'm just glad we are not flying. 

James asked his dad if I had a carving set, which I do, and if I did to bring it along.  My carving set came by way of one of Mother's cousins and has mother-of-pearl handles.  The one my folks had was very utilitarian.  I have a cake/pie holder that we will carry the pies in.  We hope to bring some food back.  I just hope I don't eat too much as it's not good for me to overeat.

Have a good Thanksgiving Day, everyone.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lindancer on November 23, 2017, 01:46:01 PM
God afternoon, from sunny Long Island, finally the wind has let up, and the Macy's parade went well, as usual. I watch it every year, then the dog show comes on which I enjoy.  So HAPPY THANKSGIVING to each of my cyber friends, which I need to keep me going.

Hal that post was great, thanks so much.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 23, 2017, 07:38:10 PM
This has been a very quiet and slow day at Rowntree. We had a huge turkey dinner downstairs. Not very tasty though, and I was not alone in that. No aroma, turkey was stringy, vegetables over done..I'm glad I was not the Chef. I woke up tired, and still feel that way, so I aplologize for my nothing-ness today, while praying that you all had a most memorable, happy Thanksgiving. Looking forward to seeing you all again tomorrow. Prayers, Hugs and Lots and lots of Love. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: CallieOK on November 23, 2017, 07:45:02 PM
Good Thanksgiving Evening to all,

I didn't have time to stop in this morning so am hoping Everyfriend had an Enjoyable Day.

The dressing was ready to go in the oven when #1 son called to say he was on the way.  It was done by the time he got here - and had put my new car tag on.

I didn't count but I'd guess there were about 25 at dil's sister's home.  Not a spoonful of chocolate dessert was left - the only empty dish among the 7 pies and cobblers on the dessert table.  There were two other pans of dressing so about a third of mine remained and son took it home with him.

Grandson/girlfriend brought me home and he brought the two big tubs of Christmas decorations from the garage to the guest bedroom.  Plan is to "undecorate" Fall before the housecleaner comes next Tuesday and then begin putting out Christmas things.

Sleep well, Everyfriend and have pleasant dreams.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 23, 2017, 09:11:06 PM
We had a nice day in Holland with Tom's son, DIL and their twin girls.  The DIL had fixed the turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, dressing.  We took a pumpkin pie and a cherry pie and Tom fixed the green bean casserole.  We also had rolls.  We left home about 2 pm and got home about 8 pm - that was a long day away from home, especially for me.  Anyway, a good time was had by all.  Tom's granddaughters are so cute; we haven't had a baby in the family for 21 years and it's kind of a new experience.  I have to make sure I have a good hold on the babies because I don't want to drop them.

It's just after 9 pm but when I finishe with S&F, I think I'll go to bed.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 23, 2017, 10:41:35 PM
Had a good Thanksgiving and from the sound of it I was not alone.  There was on six adults and two kiddo's at the table this year.  Talked to the other part of the family in Del Rio on "facetime" on the IPad for at least 30 minutes so we saw them as well as talk to them.  We had a very good dinner and some wine, I had about 1/3 of a glass, a nice white but a mite sweet.  a big ham, two types of potatoes, candied yams, green beans, rolls and other stuff and two kinds of pie, ice cream, and cup cakes.  with me partially under the weather and my granddaughter also suffering from vertigo and not feeling well at all it all turn pretty good.  We were home early and I am tired as can be.

June, sorry you dinner was not up to par.  You still have Christmas to give them a chance to make it up.

Good Night everyone, God bless and Sweet dreams.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 23, 2017, 11:31:07 PM
Happy end of Thanksgiving Everyfriend!  There were 7 of us at my daughter's for dinner and enough food for a small army!  We tried our best but we didnt even make a dent in it.

I came home, took care of the doggies and rested up a bit then started to make dog food and the pphone rang.  It was my granddaughter in Texas and we chatted and reminisced about Thanksgivings past for about a half hour.  That was pretty neat!

I;m off to bed.  I have to brave the crazy Black Friday shoppers tomorrow and I'm sure glad I have my spot reserved!

God bless us, every one!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 24, 2017, 05:43:38 AM
Good Morning everyone.
hope you all were wiser than I, I ate too much. holiday meals are as bad as going to a smorgasbord board, was great tho plenty good food and I took small portions of everything and amounted to too much. I am afraid to step on the scales to see how much I gained back. have a great day today hope not too many tummy aces.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 24, 2017, 06:31:54 AM
Good morning everyone.

Yesterday went well at the vets, she said golden girl is in fine shape for her age . Today hubby has an appointment in the city with the RA Dr.will try to do a bit of Christmas shopping but if too crowded we will leave it for another day.

Hope everyone had a lovely Thanksgiving..

Jane, nothing but smiling people through your register today.

Enjoy your day.. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 24, 2017, 08:10:15 AM
Good morning Everyfriend and a special good morning to the two early birds! 

I'm off to Wally World in a few minutes and I have something special to come home for.  My granddaughter, Courtney who lives in Maryland and was here for the holiday is making me her last visit of the visit before heading home. 

You all enjoy your day.  Amy, I hope the crowds aren't too bad and you get some shopping done.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 24, 2017, 08:18:07 AM
Good morning everyone. I enjoyed Thanksgiving at my grandson's home. My son came for me early to go to his home. They had my great grandson overnight so his parents could cook without him bothering them. Now that I really enjoyed Don't think I have ever seen a 2 1/2 year old as smart as he is. First time I really have had time to enjoy him like that without a lot of others around. My rollator still fascinated him so I sat on the couch with it in front of me, he would look at me and look at it with an impish gleam in his eyes. He would put a hand on it and pull it back. I told him it was OK so he got in back of it reached for the handles and gave it a little push. I asked him if he would like a ride on it and he said yes.  His "Papa" put him on the seat and  i pushed him around the living room. Of course he loved it. He got off and  kept looking at it, asked if he wanted to push it and of course he had fun pushing it in the living room. My son has a new TV, Their living room is huge so the TV is, too. 60 inches wide and beautiful sharp picture. He had the Macy Parade on and the colors were so bright. First time I have seen part of the parade in years and I did not enjoy any of it. When did they start with those "singers?" where you cannot understand where the rhythm of music is or what any of the words are?
Their younger son was in the back room watching football and my little one was hollering Uncle so he came into the LR to see what he wanted and showed him how he could push the rollator around the room. He was the best part of my day. I do not get to see him that often. The meal was wonderful at grandson's home, he does most of the cooking, and has always enjoyed it but his wife does it during the week and they work so good together. Her parents were there and very nice couple. When they brought me home I was worn out but I enjoyed the whole day. Sitting so much got to my back and when I got home I got ready for bed and by 8 I was in bed. Christmas will be a repete but at my son's home.

LARRY my olderson has a big fridge with side by side doors but both open the fridge  and the freezer is on the bottom. They can get a lot of food in both. Other son has a side by side  and it was what his wife wanted but he does not care for it. I don't think it is the cooking I minded doing for holiday meals, it was the clean up after, putting food away and then all the dirty dishes. My daugher in law got smart this year and had pretty Thanksgiving heavy duty paper plates and they have a dish washer. My DIL started getting paper plates, too, with the big family meals. When her family get together for those mealsw they all bring part of the meal and the has been over 50 people at times. She has 5 sisters and one brother. A close family, I had already known most of them before my son and DIL got married 43 years ago. Love what you posted. Tried to copy it but this darn computer will not let me.

HAL  sorry you were not able to spent the holiday with most of your family. Not being able to sleep in your own bed  is bad enough but being away from home and trying to sleep is not good. Hope you enjoyed your day.

MARY ANN  no pies yesterday at mu grandson's. Apple crisp my DIL made, a  carrot cake, home made from scratch from his MIL and a cheesecake. I had a small clice of cheesecake. When we were ready to leave my grandson handed me a bag. I opened it when I got home and it had some of all the food we had and a big slice of the carrot cake. I think it was the cheese cake I had that had my food intake yesterday over the limit. I know I felt uncomfortable when I got home. Too much sitting, after a meal like that I needed a walk but too much trouble getting the rollator up and down the stairs again. That JL card was the hew one for this year. I love the way they animate those cards.

AMY  years ago when my daughter and I were into painting and decorating Tshirts and sweatshirts I bought some material with wolves on it,some gig and some small. My daughter sewed a large one on the back of a sweat jacket and some small ones on the posckets. I still have it.

CAROL  at 18 my daughter was the head cook in the best nursing home in this are. She started working there at 16 washing dishes. The owner saw she was a good worker and always finding things to do to keep busy. When the cook retired her assitant got the job but then she started telling the owner what to do and he was not happy with her so he fired her and gave my daughter the job. She not onlly cooked but she was always busy doing something. When her and my SIL set the date for their wedding she gave her notice ot quitting to the owner a month ahead. He told her that was not enough time to find someone to replace her and he ended hiring 2 people.  She still enjoys cooking but at times she will get into a spree of sewing and her cooking takes a back seat.  My SIL never had good meals before he married her, his mother's cooking was TV dinners. She taught him to enjoy a variety of fruit and veggies and meat.

AMY  even if those photos do not show the panels in their beauty I love the snow ones and I can see why you like the wolf one.

LLOYD  I did eat too much yesterday but the food was soooo gooood.

HAL  last night it got down in the 20's. You think you were cold?

BEVERLY   miss you and wish you would post more often. Not enough of us Yankees post here.

JEANNE LEE  we are thankful you are home and posting again.

SHIRLEY  I woshed I had a camera yesterday I would have been taking dozens of them of my little great grandson. He has those big dark eyes that you can see the imp in them and wonder what he is thinking what to do next. Makes me wish I could see what my other 2 great grands of my older deceased grandson are like now, they are 11 and 9 now and last time any of the family saw them the oldest was 4.

LARRY  I enjoy Babamail. So many good items in every one of them.

DON  hope you are enjoying being Santa today. I think that is your favorite role.

GLORIA de  my biggest thanks for yesterday was the time with my great grandson at my son's home with only my son and DIL there. I do not get to see hin often and I wondered if he would be shy but he wasn't.

JUNE  sorry your meal was not tasty yesterday, the is not a nice feeling. Last year at my younger son's home was like that for me. His wife seems to like making vegetable that she knos I can not eat, full of onions and at times you cannot tell what she used for veggies.

CALLIE  glad you had a bood time yesterday. Glad your grandson took your Christmas decorations into the house for you.

MARY ANN  yesterday was the first time since my great grandson was about a week old that he sat on my lap. He climbed on the couch next to me and ended on my lap and I got hugs from him.

HAL  I ate too much yesterday and was uncomfirtable when I got home. Was only cocmfortable laying down so was in bed at 8. Was surprised I went right to sleep and slept good.

JANE  hope you have happy people in your line today.

LLOYD  like you I had a small helping of every thing yesterday but should have passed on the dessert. If I ate like that every day I would put on a few pounds that I do need.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 24, 2017, 08:50:30 AM
Gloria I steeped on the scales while ago and have gained 3#'s I do not need.
Have hard enough time breathing Noe. sun is shining bright here now and is
45 º and going for low 70's º. I am going to shop and work on my skidstear.
Have a great day everyone.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 24, 2017, 09:59:19 AM
 Hi Everyone. It is another beautiful and clear morning here in South Carolina.  So all of those shoppers looking for all of those bargains around here will have a nice day to be out.  I won't be among them.  I do have to make a quick trip to the grocery store for some bread and hot dog buns but that will be it as far as being out today. 

We had a nice afternoon and early evening with Scott and Jennifer.  Jennifer's first efforts at making pumpkin and pecan pies turned out very well and the turkey and all of the side dishes were good.  There were not many left overs and most of those we sent home with Scott and Jennifer.  Now that Thanksgiving is over I will start playing some of the many Christmas songs I have in my Spotify playlist.

Don (Santa), I hope you enjoy every minutes of your Christmas jobs.  Will the picture with your great grandson be with you as Santa?

Hal, thanks for sharing the into on the first Thanksgiving proclamation. I misunderstood your posting yesterday so was surprised to see that there were 8 of you to share the Thanksgiving meal.  Isn't Facetime great as it seems like the other people are right across the table from you as you talk.  I use it all the time to visit with my friend in Georgia.   

Mary Ann and deAngel, I replied to your posts in the B&T Discussion so won't repeat myself here. 

June, I wonder if your Thanksgiving dinner may have been cooked the day before?  I hope you got some extra rest yesterday. 

Callie, that was quite a group for the meal.  The chocolate dessert must have been a real hit.  Nice of your grandson to bring in your Christmas decorations.  Our son will help Pat get hers down from the attic although we won't decorate too much.  At least Pat didn't last week.

Jane, it sounds like there were a lot of good leftovers from your dinner.  Hope you were able to bring some home for another meal or two. I don't envy you your day with the cash register. 

Lloyd, when there are so many different dishes it is easy to have a lot of food even with small portions.  Glad you enjoyed your day. 

Amy, hope you were able to get some Christmas shopping done.  You probably don't have the frenzy up there we do with the Black Friday and other sales right after Thanksgiving. 

Gloria, what a special time you experienced with the young great grandson.  At that age everything is an adventure for them.  Nice you let him play with your rollator.  You didn't enjoy the parade for the same reason we don't watch it anymore.  It sounds like you had a wonderful and memorable day.  Nice you were sent home with some leftovers.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 24, 2017, 10:00:10 AM
 Hi Everyone.How about a little senior humor for today.

1. I changed my car horn to gunshot sounds. People get out of the way much faster now.

2. Gone are the days when girls used to cook like their mothers.  Now they drink like their fathers.

3. You know that ?thingy? little feeling you get when you really like someone? That?s common sense leaving your body.

4. I decided to stop calling the bathroom the?John? and renamed it the ?Jim.? 
I feel so much better saying I went to the Jim this morning.

5. Old age is coming at a really bad time. When I was a child I thought ?nap time? was a punishment.
Now, as a grownup, it feels like a small vacation.

6. The biggest lie I tell myself is...?I don?t need to write that down, I?ll remember it.?

7. I don?t have gray hair; I have ?wisdom highlights.? I?m just very wise.

8. Teach your daughter how to shoot, because a restraining order is just a piece of paper.

9. If God wanted me to touch my toes, He would have placed them on my knees

10. Why do I have to press one for English when you?re just going to transfer me to someone I can?t understand anyway?

11. Of course I talk to myself; sometimes I need expert advice.

12. At my age ?getting lucky? means walking into a room and actually remembering what I came in there for.

13. I am what is called a ?Seenager?(senior teenager) I have everything that I wanted as a teenager, only 60 years
later. I don?t have to go to school or work. I get an allowance every month. I have my own pad. I don?t have a  curfew.
I have a driver?s license and my own car. I have an ID that gets me into bars and the whiskey store. The people I hang
around with are not scared of getting pregnant.

14. Life is great. I have more friends who I should send this to, but right now I can?t remember their names.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 24, 2017, 10:21:17 AM
Good Morning Everyone!
Seems everyoe had a good Thanksgiving. And plenty to eat.  I got a call from my doctor bright and early, he got my email I send Wednesday afternoon and he increased my dosage on my water pills and wants to see me Monday.  No more pills to help me rest, maybe the water pills will help.

Janie, I don't envy you today, WM will be a mad house, I'm sure we will see some ights on the news tonight.

Texas got one of their troopers killed yesterday afternoon about 4.  They caught the guywho did the deed.  I feel bad for the family, bless them and comfort them.

Gloria, proud as a peacock you are, and so you should be.  I smiled all the time you were talking about your GGrandson.  They are great especially when you can spoil the dickens out of them and then send them back to Mom and Dad ;D.   Hope you are all rested up this morning.

Amy, hope your day is going well and hubby is feeling chipper. Bet you have a big fire roaring in the fireplace.

Lloyd, hehehehehe. How long have you said you are going to get that old skidster running.  Hope you getter done tis time.

Well I am going to check out some of the Black Friday prices online, just for grines and maybe wish a little for Santa to bring it to me......

Mary Ann, good looking family and pretty lady in the center.  ;)

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Sandy on November 24, 2017, 11:26:34 AM
Good Morning Everyone, from the sunny but cool,
rocky coast of Maine.    Yesterday was a good day...  A nice
thanksgiving had by all ...  Now I just have to survive the
next few weeks and the "HOLIDAYS" will be over. 

Larry I enjoy your words of wisdom this morning and tend to
agree with most of them . 

Happy Black Friday,  Everyone!
:D :D :D
love
Sandy


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 24, 2017, 12:15:26 PM
We had a nice Thanksgiving too.  Tom and I drove to Holland to be with his son and family.  Tom’s daughter also came from Grand Rapids to be with us.  There were five adults and the babies had food of their own (they’re 9 months old).  Hal’s mention of candied yams made me realize I didn’t have to eat sweet potato casserole (or maybe it was candied yam casserole) which is not one of my favorite foods.  We took along a pumpkin pie and a cherry pie.  The pumpkin pie was rather bland and it was not until we were on our way home that I realized I had read the ingredients for the spices off one of the labels and did not double the amounts as we made two pumpkin pies.  My fault.

Lloyd, I was afraid I would overeat, what with all of the good food, but I made it through the night by being able to sleep so I was nothing worse for wear.

Amy, good for Golden Girl being in good health.  I love Goldens; my nephew had one years ago.

Jane, I hope you were just busy enough today to make working enjoyable.  I have avoided Black Fridays for many years.

Gloria, I watched some of Macy’s parade and I feel the same way you do about the singers singing songs we can’t understand, in fact, I think I heard only one singer I was familiar with â€" Smokey Robinson.  And it is only his name that is familiar, not his music.  Not only were the singers unknown to me, most of them had people in front of them so it was hard to see them in the first place.  I’ll bet you did have fun with your great-grandson.  Where I was, the babies are Norm’s great-granddaughters.  They’re only 9 months, so not talking yet, but they are into wiggling all over the floor, smiling like crazy, interested in the buttons on my sweater and both of them were interested in my pearl necklace which I stuck down the neck of my top; we didn’t need pearls all over the floor.  Tom had watched the first half of the football game and we drove to Holland during half time so we could watch the second half there.  Gloria, I find that age has its privileges because I don’t have to help anymore.  Yesterday Annie helped Alicia, but James and Tom got into the act too.  I just sat there!

Gloria, I think it is interesting that we have people posting from Israel, England, all over the US, Canada, Japan and Australia.  When I was on AOL, we had a group where a woman from Hawaii posted and here we had people from New Zealand.  I hope I haven’t missed any countries. 

Hal, thank you for the compliment.  Now when I say I’m short, you know it!  I wish the picture was more compact so the faces would have shown better, but I’m happy with the results. 

If anyone else wants to see the picture of part of my family, go to Norm’s Bait & Tackle.

Lots of whitecaps on Lake Michigan, but no kites or surfers that I can see.

End of book.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Carol on November 24, 2017, 12:22:08 PM
Gloria:  I love the story of your granddaughter - she is a winner!  You made me feel good because I was just internally griping about always having to be the one to "be in charge of house jobs".  Being the oldest child and only girl - I had a mental pity party for a short time and now feel refreshed from reading notes in here.

Larry:  Love love love your words of wisdom today. 

Sandy:  It is sunny and record-breaking hot in Tucson today.  It may cool on December 4th. but is going to be 90 degrees soon.  100 year old records being broken.  Stay cool.  You have a beautiful family ! 

Don is exhausted from yesterday.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Joy on November 24, 2017, 12:22:20 PM
Good Afternoon.  All of a sudden the morning has vanished and I am no further along than I was several hours ago.

I had a very nice Thanksgiving.  My son and I went to his son's house and got to see my little great-granddaughters, who I haven't seen for a while now.  <y grandson has a new little baby boy, who I hadn't seen yet.  It was mostly my grandson's girlfriends family there,  that we hadn't met yet.  But, it all turned out well. Everyone was very nice and friendly and I felt comfortable with everyone.  Several friends of my grandson's came who I hadn't seen for a while either.  Had a delicious dinner with a big variety of all kinds of good food.   It was a long day, but I really was glad that I got to go and really the whole day.

Now, have to rest up today.

It looks pretty and sunny out, but I understand it is chilly. 

I am so glad to read that everyone had a nice Thanksgiving spent with lots of family. 

June, I am sorry to read that you didn't enjoy your meal that much.  That was very unusual, wasn't it?  You usually will say that you have had some good meals there.  Did they change chefs, do you know?  What a disappointment for everyone. 

Since it is past lunch time, I do need to pull myself together and get on with the day.  As usual, when I go out for a day, it takes me all day the next day to recuperate. 

Hope everyone will enjoy the rest of their Friday.

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 24, 2017, 02:35:09 PM
I'm home and rested and since they now start the Black Friday sales at 5pm on Thanksgiving, we were not busy at all.  As Larry said, we were just busy enough to keep things moving and make the hours pass.

It's been a busy place here since I got home.  My granddaughter who lives in Maryland came by to spend some last minute time with me and she brought along her Aunt Cathy (my daughter who lives here).  We had a little visit and she left with a bag of peanut butter chocolate saltines to hold her over until Christmas

While they were here, my SIL and grandson came over to deal with my leaves.  My yard looks great and all it cost me was a couple of hugs!

Now I'm going to go do a couple of errands and when I get back,I'm going to collapse and watch some TV through my eyelids.  Unless I think of something else to get into.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 24, 2017, 05:53:55 PM
JaneS as I do not remember well any more forgive me if i have already asked.
Do the Walton family no longer Walmart? I have hear china now Owens it.
Have a great rest of the day.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 24, 2017, 07:02:25 PM
LLOYD Wal-Mart incorporated in the 70s and thereby became owned by the stockholders just like any other corporation.  The living Walton family members are the majority stockholders.  That means that they still have a controlling interest in the corporation.  You might say that I'm one of the owners.  I've been buying into the stock program through payroll deduction for about 20 years now. When we do that the company also contributes a percentage.   

They are NOT owned by China!  Whoever told you that, please set them straight.


I'm going to go finish cleaning up my kitchen and throw a load of wash in the washer.  Then I'm going to bed early.  I think I'll be back to say good night.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 24, 2017, 08:12:34 PM
just lost my post, so I'll try again. I am unfamiliar with the term "black friday", but assume it has something to do with shopping. I had my own personal black friday. Woke up tired again, so I just took the day off and stayed home. I had a light lunch and will have a light supper too. My housekeeper did the linen change and cleaned the bathroom....next week is what they call "deep" cleaning..meaning vacuuming and  and dusting of everything, including blinds, pictures, etc.

I am hoping to wake tomorrow feeling like a human being again. I resent the days when I feel like I will soon be 93 years old. I'm thankful for getting there, but days like today, and yesterday, are not what I want. Makes me a crabby old lady. And ashamed for being a crab.

Time to heat up some supper, but want to tell you all how much I love you, and how thankful I am that you are there.  :-*
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 24, 2017, 09:03:51 PM
June, don't worry about turning 93 next week.  I have days where I feel like 193 and others that I feel in my 80s.  Last week as Tom and I left a building, I told him I felt like an old lady.  He said, "well, you are"!  And I am!  Just keep on keeping on. 

Do you have a word program on your computer?  I sometimes write my message in Word and when I'm finished I copy it and paste it onto Reply in this folder.  The message in Word stays there until I delete it so if I do lose it, I can go back to Word to retrieve it.  I have a PC and I know you have a Mac so things may not be alike.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 24, 2017, 10:34:15 PM
It's bedtime again, I have had sleepy eyes all day just cant seem to keep them open.  I think it must have something to do with the drops I use.

At any rate, I hope you all had a good day.
Good Night, God Bless and Sweet dreams
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 25, 2017, 06:12:35 AM
Good morning everyone..
Yesterday was a good day, didn't get a lot of shopping done but managed to buy a few gifts. Dr. was pleased with hubby and he doesn't have to go back until July!
Today is laundry day ,not sure if I will be able to hang it out  but hope so.

Gloria, sounds like you had a fantastic time with your family.That jacket sounds lovely.  I don't know about you but I love leftovers, that means no cooking just heat and eat!!

Lloyd, Thanksgiving comes but once a year and you will soon work off those extra pounds.

Larry, I did manage to get a few gifts .They are starting the Black Friday sales up here now too......but not with  the frenzy you have there..if people only realized the sales will continue to Christmas so no need to push and shove! Enjoyed reading your senior humour..thank you for sharing.

Hal, I did have a good fire going and have another one on this morning Temp is 38° F at the moment. I hope to hang my laundry out but will wait and see what the day looks like once it wakes up.

Sandy, Fe is growing up so quick!!!

Mary Ann, I have never had a dog that is so placid as her, I think you can put her in a room with 100 children and she would love it!! You can do anything with her,check her teeth,medicate, darn near turn her inside out and she doesn't object.

Carol , do you think you will get any of those panels? They do have free patterns to go with each panel  too.

Joy ,sounds like you thoroughly enjoyed your Thanksgiving with family and friends. I agree with you on needing the next day to recuperate...once the home routine is broken .

Jane, our Walmart wasn't packed when we went yesterday, now maybe later on it would have been but I like to go early and beat the crowds.

June, I for one love reading your posts....human or not... :) You are allowed off days, we all have them. At times it is just one or two days but at times they come in herds. Nice though when everything goes right and it is then a sun shiny day.

Callie, love the "new" look....great photo of you!!

Gloria de, I love watching that dog show a lot of beautiful dogs .

Don, hope you had a lot of happy children on your knee.

Shirley ,that Alzheimer's is a nasty disease, tis so sad to watch this happen.

Miss Joan, hope she will soon stop in to say hi..

Better get the laundry started

Enjoy your day everyone..


.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 25, 2017, 07:01:11 AM
Good morning Everyfriend! 

AMY, it's colder here than it is there!  When I got up it was 28ºF and it's gone up 1 degree since then.  HOORAY fr Hubby!  He got a good report!

I said I was going to veg out last night but I did find something constructive to occupy my time.  The trukey carcass that my daughter was going to toss came home with me.  I put it in a big pot wits some water and let it simmer.  Last night, I picked the meat off and I have enough for one recipe of doggie food....FREE!  Then I cleaned up the kitchen including the floor and took the doggies out one last time and went to bed, 

June don't worry about the "crabbies".  We've all been there.  When I'm finished with mine, it's easier to get on with my life.  I'm often glad there's no one around to see how I act when the commonplace of life gets me down.  I usually end up apologizing to the dogs and to God for my actions and then getting on with LIFE!

I've decided that today is the day to get the coconut cups done.  That might be all day, off and on.  So I better ged dressed and get started.  Enjoy your day Everyfriend.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 25, 2017, 08:41:47 AM
Amy Christmas and the new year is right behind. and the pounds go on easy and come off hard. and also I spend too much time getting modevaded to burn them Off. exercise is not my best now days like when I worked 18 20 hours a day. Have a great day.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 25, 2017, 09:25:46 AM
Good morning everyone, hope everyone's tummy is ready for food again after the feast on Thursday. I think I will be ready to eat today.

LLOYD  wish I saw a gain of 3 pounds  when I step on my scale. I am sure you worked those pounds off when you started working yesterday.

LARRY  when my son picked me up Thanksgiving morning he had the radio n the car on and of course there was Christmas music playing. I had not watched theMacy parade for several years and was so disappoiinted in what I saw of it this year. Have not watched the Rose parade in a few years either but maybe this year I will, those floats are always beautiful if one can see all of them with all the commercials. Love the list you posted yesterday, #6 sounds like me.

HAL  that trooper killed in Texas was on the news yesterday. So sad. Hope you start sleeping better, sleep is so important for everyone. Oh yes I really enjoyed the time I spent with my great grandson. I remember his Dad and grand at that age.

MARY ANN  your spices not double for 2 pies reminds me of the time I made a blueberry pie and forgot the sugar. My FIL teased me about that for years. My little one is now a chatterbox. I still feel guilty about not helping with a group meal on holidays. After the meals I was always the one who washed the dishes. To me that was the easy job. I love that S&F is an internationl spot for us. Without the computer I never would have seen places all over the world.

CAROL  I taught my sons the basics of cooking and cleaning house as well as my daughter. I did not want them to feel it was only a woman's job.

JOY  I was glad I went to my grandson's for Thanksgiving but by the time I got home my back was in agony from all the sitting. I knew that would happen and I know it will be the same at my son's for Christmas. At least there I know if it gets too bad I can ask my son to take me home, he is only 3 miles from me. Like you it will take me a couple of days to rest up from going anywhere.

JANE  nothing like seeing family any time.

JUNE  you are not the only one who feels like a cranky old lady.

AMY  only time I use my microwave is to heat left overs. Hope today I am ready to eat the ones I brought home. Yesterday I had to almost force myself to eat anything.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 25, 2017, 09:38:08 AM
 Hi Everyone. I awoke to a 32 degree morning but it is now sunny and clear and the temperatures are to go up to the mid=60's this afternoon.  I hope to go to a meeting this morning and then spend the rest of the day resting and watching college football as this is the last regular Saturday of the football schedule and many schools play instate rivals.  Clemson and South Carolina play as do Georgia and Georgia Tech.

Yesterday we did finish up all of the Thanksgiving left-overs for our dinner last evening.  Pat didn't go out to shop but did participate in Black Friday from her easy chair.  She has become quite a proficient shopper from that location.  She ordered several Christmas gifts including her own from me as she found what she wanted, one of those special  cooking pots that does a variety of things. So the majority of the Christmas shopping is now done other than to write some checks.

Hal, I sure hope the increase in your water pills helps you breath better.  On the news yesterday morning they showed one of their reporters at a Target store in New Jersey and it appeared to be relatively empty.  Of course she wasn't' standing where the electronics or toys were but they took a shot up an aisle and there was only one person to be seen.  I see that Jane said they were not slammed yesterday either so have to wonder how much early openings and the shopping on the Internet has impacted the store sales this weekend. It seems like a lot of policemen are being killed now.  We have had several here in South Carolina and Georgia killed fairly recently.  I did read that Amazon Fulfillment Center works in several places in Germany and I think France had gone on strike yesterday for better wages. 

Sandy, I don't always agree with all of the things said in some of the postings but know that we each can take what we liked and leave the rest. 

Mary Ann, I stepped on the scales this morning and they just groaned, which I thought was rather rude!  I like candied yams, especially the marshmallows on the top.

Carol, glad you liked the words of wisdom.  I hope Don is getting rested up. 

Jane, sure hope you didn't have an exhausting day at the register yesterday.  However, I bet the evening crew on Thursday night were kept quiet busy.  Did your store sell out of the low cost electronics Thursday night?  Nice you could spend a little time with your granddaughter and daughter.  Your son and grandson couldn't have had a better pay than a nice couple of hugs from you after they cleaned up your yard.

June, you haven't missed anything by not getting out and participating in Black Friday sales.  I think the Black refers to the fact that many businesses depend on these sales and this time of the year to have a profitable overall year.  I hope you feel much better today.  I can't imagine you being crabby but we all have our moments.  Have you seen the cartoons of Maxine, the Crabby Lady?  They are great. 

Amy, those are the type of doctor visits that everyone wants when they say we don't need to comeback for 6 months or so.  I told Pat last night as we ate the leftovers that I thought they were actually better than they tasted on Thanksgiving. 

Jane, Pat also boiled the turkey bones and made broth for some turkey soup later.  She has always done this.  I love things made with coconut.  I have a memory of my paternal grandfather always buying little golden coconut filled candies at Christmas and some of the old fashioned Christmas candy.  I haven't seen any of these little pillow candies for many years.

Lloyd, all of that hard work has earned you the privilege of not working so hard anymore and doing more of those things you really enjoy like watching those Westerns.   

Gloria, if I could I would gladly send you three or more pounds as I would never miss them.  I can't even imagine what my life would have and would be without the computer.  It has greatly enlarged my circle of friends and kept my mind reasonably active and sharp. Perhaps at Christmas you could excuse yourself and go and lay down for a little bit to rest your back.  I am sure your family would understand.  I am not hesitant to excuse myself and rest when I need to in the afternoon or not stay up late anymore. 

I have mentioned Maxine, the Crabby Lady a couple of times today.  If you need something to do today here is a link to some of those cartoons--just click on the first cartoon to enlarge it and then you can use the arrows to see other cartoons:  https://images.search.yahoo.com/yhs/search;_ylt=A0LEVjjvfxlahaUA7joPxQt.;_ylu=X3oDMTByMjB0aG5zBGNvbG8DYmYxBHBvcwMxBHZ0aWQDBHNlYwNzYw--?p=Maxine%2C+the+Crabby+Lady&fr=yhs-iba-1&hspart=iba&hsimp=yhs-1 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: CallieOK on November 25, 2017, 12:30:19 PM
Good Morning,

This is the first day in about two weeks when there isn't some place I need to be at a certain time.  Hooray!

Amy,  thank you for the comment on the new avatar picture.  It was taken when we had family pictures made while Miss Ellen was home last June .

Larry, I relate to Maxine the Crabby Lady!  One of my friends used to have post-it notes that read "Thank You For Not Being Perky".  Umm hmmm. 

Jane,  I recently read about a Wal-Mart that is using those virtual "binoculars" (I don't know what else to call them) to train staff.  Have never seen a pair but I think they're like the driving simulators - videos that make it look as if you're actually in the scene.  Any such thing in your area?

Mary Ann and Gloria,  I can relate to your spice/pie situations.  I once made a fancy banana pudding and forgot to put the bananas in it.

#2 son texted that he used cornbread mix to make the dressing for their Thanksgiving dinner.  He forgot that the mixes have sugar - which no authentic Southern cornbread would ever have.  His comment was "Yuck" and he "apologized" to the family tree.   ;D

I had to hustle my bustle this morning to get two birthday cards in the mail for arrival on Monday. Started to drive to the cluster mailboxes at the end of the block in my robe but suspected this would have been the one morning "all" the neighbors were out walking....so I didn't.

Last home games for both OU and OSU today.  Timing is such that I could watch both games "from whistle to whistle" but I'll probably be back and forth doing other things until the 4th quarters.

Wishing Everyfriend Everywhere an Enjoyable day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 25, 2017, 12:42:28 PM
Amy, Tom and his family had a Golden about 20 years ago and she was a doll.  Of course she was; she loved me.  The minute anyone walked into a room where she was, that tail when up and down and side to side.  If she wanted to go for a walk, she’d come to me and put a paw on my knee and I’d get up and we’d go out for a walk.  I think she never met anyone she did not like.  She got arthritis so bad they had to put her down.  I still miss her and probably always will.

Gloria, I think I gained only 1.5 pounds over Thanksgiving and I was careful Friday and I’m back to normal.  Still too heavy, but I did not retain the weight from Thursday.  I once made a cherry pie from a can of tart cherries, not a pie mix, and we all puckered our mouths.  However, I lifted the crust and sprinkled some sugar over the cherries and all was well.  I like tart apple and cherry pies, but there is a limit to how tart I want them.  That was too much.  Callie, Ha Ha about no bananas in a banana pudding.

Larry, I think online buying has had an effect on holiday shopping now.  I know I will not be doing any mall shopping now and if I shop online, that will be it.  I have given money for a few years and that is what I will do after the first of the month; I know my families will appreciate getting money early so they can use it for their own shopping.  And I don’t mind.

Larry, I love the Maxine cartoons.  I couldn’t read the captions so saved the link in hopes I can make the print larger.  She is something else, one of a kind.

Tom and I are going to the Gerald R Ford Museum this afternoon with a friend and her son.  I have been there several times but Tom said the other day he had never been there.  I think Tom will enjoy the museum. 

Mary Ann

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 25, 2017, 02:23:02 PM
Mary Ann, you are a darling for caring about me. Thank you. I have been hoping all year that God would give me 93 years. Three has been my favorite number for as long as I can remember……no special reason, but it looks like my gift, and I will rejoice with all my heart. An old,old prayer just popped into my head…." Dear Lord, of these three things I pray, to Know you more clearly, to follow you more nearly, and to love you more dearly." Isn't it a gift to have thoughts still come back to us ??? I am writing this on Text Edit Mary Ann, and if I have to leave it to do something else, I can save it on my desktop, and it will stay there till I choose to use it, or if I decide to add to it or just delete it. What irritates me is if I am typing something and hit a key that I didn't want, my whole message just disappears somewhere. I have a feeling most of our computers are alike, if not in name, or title of program, but they all do pretty much the same thing…….onward and upward.

Amy, thank you for your kind message. Your dog that you wrote of reminds me of my Petey. He loved me, and I could feel it…..I loved him too. Both my Mom and my husband went the path of Ahlzeimers,so I know how rocky that path can get.

Janie, I am so thankful we have a God that understands our failures to remain thankful, and He forgives our weaknesses. The Devil is always there working to undermine our love and faith for our Creator. It only makes us more thankful to God who rescues us.

Larry, I can sure relate to "Maxine" at times, but I'm glad she is not related to me. ;)
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 25, 2017, 04:32:44 PM
I wasn't able to hang laundry out today..we did get some rain. On the upside when we came home from picking up hubby's meds the neighbour had left a message, would we look after our baby (their dog) YES!! Love him as if he was our own and I ended up bringing him over for a while. He is so sweet and gets along with these girls.

Going to put my feet up for a bit.....where is Hal???
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Denver on November 25, 2017, 06:10:22 PM
A good Saturday afternoon hello to EVERYFRIEND. 

I enjoyed reading  all of the posts telling of your Thanksgiving Day activities.  Sounds like most everyone enjoyed the day and all of the delicious meals that you all enjoyed.  JUNE, I am sorry your meal was rather tasteless.  We joined Dr. Dave’s Family and a family visiting them from Lake Oswego Oregon.  Our meal was excellent and feel the turkey was the best I have ever had.  It was so moist and just perfect.  Two different kinds of dressing of which both were excellent.  I had the easy part of the meal.  Candied yams and the jello salad.  We took along a couple of bottles of cocktail styled bottles of apple juice for the children and the whipping cream. 

Sunday 3 of our 4 sons and families will all gather for another  Thankful Meal.  The oldest son that lives in Boston was in Vail for Turkey Day, and the youngestspent the day at his in laws.  Mark was not able to come home as he had to work.  We will all be together again the end of January when we gather in Southern California for Mark and Megan’s Wedding.  Plans are being made by all s9 we can be there.  M6 dad has declined to attend due to his ill health at this time.  We offered to go to Phoenix and drive him out, but he feels it best to just sta6 at home. 

JUNE, just a few more days until OUR shared Birthdays.  I am sure honored to share the day with such a wonderful lady.....and what a beautiful 93 year old you will be❣️

SHIRLEY, ever so often we find ourselves searching for an item, like your big pot, only to remember that we parted ways with the ite:.  Sure wish we had remembered sooner before we searched for so long!  Your meal sounded so yummy....I would loved to have shared some of your noodle soup.  I did not get any left overs....bones included, so not pot of soup for me this holiday! Boo Hoo. 

We got our outside decorations put up yesterday and finished up today.  Now we can start on the inside.  Anymore it take twice as long for us to accomplish a task as it used to.  We have had nearly breaking record temperatures recently! So took advantage of this to get the decos done, even if it is a bit earlier than we normally do. 

I hope you all enjoyed a good day. 

Jenny

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 25, 2017, 06:30:51 PM
June, unless I am going to write a short message, and it seems impossible for me to do, I have been writing my replies in Word.  That way I can go between Word and S&F without worry of losing my message. 

I just wrote a long message in Norm’s Boat & Tackle about my afternoon.  Tom and two friends and I went to the Gerald R Ford Museum downtown.  I had not been there is years and it was very enjoyable.  Afterward we went to a Mexican restaurant.  Tom brought me home and the other three were going to go to a movie.  I’m not one for movies these days so I opted to come home.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 25, 2017, 06:40:53 PM
Amy, I too was wondering about our Hal.I recall his saying he was very tired from the outing yesterday. Your neighbors are so fortunate to have you so willing to watch their doggie and I know the dog is thankful to have you.

Jenny, it has been a delight to share  our Birth date. You are still my Tisie though, and I love you being you

Mary Ann, I am SO glad that you have Tom with you, and I am so happy for Tom that he has You ! It is like Tom is your very own son. A Blessing from God, for sure.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Denver on November 25, 2017, 08:58:43 PM
I did not mention in my post that I have been wondering about Our Joan?  Did I miss something telling that she was not going to be posting or is she not do8ng well again, I wonder? 

Do hope Hal is OK....  sure do worry when our friends do not post. 

Have a wonderful evening. 

Jenny
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 25, 2017, 09:11:10 PM
I came by to see if Joan or Hal had posted, too.  I hope they are just recovering from Thanksgiving activities.  I've stopped and said a prayer for both of them a couple of times today.

And my days activities are over.  I finished the coconut cups and have the ones packed that are earmarked for gifts and some extras for the mixed bags that go to certain friends.  Now I only have some smally amounts of certain peoples favorites to do and about 10 pounds of peanuts to roast and pack.  I always leave them for last so they stay fresh.

I even managed to squeeze in a short nap this afternoon.  The zzzzs just wouldn't let me alone.  Some of them even came in the kitchen and nudged me.  Now I think I;ll go see if there's a TV show that I might want to watch and them I'm off to bed.

Sleep well my friends and may God bless us, every one.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 25, 2017, 10:49:01 PM
Thanks for your concern.  I spent the day "trying" to get a nap in but to no avail.  Had another one of those nights, finally got to sleep about 6:30 and woke at a little after 8AM.  I have been fighting to stay awake for the past hour.  Just took my final med for the night and finally going to bed.

Callie you ought to be a happy camper tonight, both OU and OSU won.  I watched most of both games.

I did check the board one or twice today but really didn't post cause it seems all I do is complain anymore and I know you all don't want to hear my complaints.

Hope all of you had a great day.

Nite, nite, God Bless and Sweet Dreams.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 26, 2017, 05:50:42 AM
well I was just up for a nature call was planning on going back to bed, but Nancy got up and made the bed so I guess I will go take a shower and get dressed and go to the recliner for a nap only 5.5 hours according to the tattle tail on my breathing Machine. Hope you all have a good day.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 26, 2017, 06:50:43 AM
Good morning everyone...

18° here this morning and no new snow that was called for. A day of rest here .

Lloyd, you will have to grab cat naps during the day..

Hal, you do not complain, we were worried about you. I hope you feel better and soon ,it is not nice when our get up and go ,gets up and leaves us for a bit. Hope tomorrow brings you answers from your Dr.

Mary Ann, Golden girl also has arthritis in her back end and has trouble getting up or just turning over when laying down. I have bought her boots and tried different wraps and socks but nothing seems to work . So we just take it one day at a time and I help her when needed.

Jane, bet you are happy all that is done!! Hope you can rest today.

Enjoy your day everyone..


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 26, 2017, 06:54:14 AM


Received this in an email and thought I would share..


Time Gets Better With Age

Read it through to the end, it gets better as you go!
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I've learned that I like my teacher because she cries when we sing "Silent Night." Age 5
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I've learned that our dog doesn't want to eat my broccoli either. Age 7
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I've learned that when I wave to people in the country, they stop what they are doing and wave back. Age 9
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I've learned that just when I get my room the way I like it, Mom makes me clean it up again. Age 12
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I've learned that if you want to cheer yourself up, you should try cheering someone else up. Age 14
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I've learned that although it's hard to admit it, I'm secretly glad my parents are strict with me. Age 15
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I've learned that silent company is often more healing than words of advice. Age 24
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I've learned that brushing my child's hair is one of life's great pleasures. Age 26
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I've learned that wherever I go, the world's worst drivers have followed me there. Age 29
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I've learned that if someone says something unkind about me, I must live so that no one will believe it. Age 30
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I've learned that there are people who love you dearly but just don't know how to show it. Age 42
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I've learned that you can make someone's day by simply sending them a little note. Age 44
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I've learned that the greater a person's sense of guilt, the greater his or her need to cast blame on others. Age 46
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I've learned that children and grandparents are natural allies. Age 47
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I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on and it will be better tomorrow. Age 48
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I've learned that singing "Amazing Grace" can lift my spirits for hours. Age 49
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I've learned that motel mattresses are better on the side away from the phone. Age 50
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I've learned that you can tell a lot about a man by the way he handles these three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights. Age 51
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I've learned that keeping a vegetable garden is worth a medicine cabinet full of pills. Age 52
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I've learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you miss them terribly after they die. Age 53
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I've learned that making a living is not the same thing as making a life. Age 58
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I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance. Age 62
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I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back. Age 64
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I've learned that if you pursue happiness, it will elude you. But if you focus on your family, the needs of others, your work, meeting new people,
And doing the very best you can, happiness will find you. Age 65

I've learned that whenever I decide something with kindness, I usually make the right decision. Age 66
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I've learned that everyone can use a prayer. Age 72
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I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one. Age 74
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I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love that human touch - holding hands, a warm hug,
Or just a friendly pat on the back.  Age 76
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I've learned that I still have a lot to learn. Age 78
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I've learned that you should pass this on to someone you care about. Sometimes they just need a little something to make them smile.









 
           






Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 26, 2017, 07:33:31 AM
Not resting today, Amy!  I'm off to church right now and then need to make a stop at WM on the way home.  Hope to finish up the candy so most of the stuff can be stowed foe the season.  I still want to make gum drops....one of my favorites. 

Yay!  Hal reported in.  Now if we'd hear from Joan!

Amy, you know I loved the age thing!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 26, 2017, 08:57:10 AM
AMY Thanks that is great. thanks for shearing, I will be passing it along also.
It is 36º and very bright sun here. hope you have a day just as you like it.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 26, 2017, 09:24:07 AM
Good morning everyone, a nice sunny one here and warmer than usual to start.  Supposed to get windy and colder as the day goes on. right now it is 49°.Been years since I had a Dell PC but still get catalogs from them. Yesterday got a small one with a $700 one on sale for $329. Hmm wonder how good it is. Seems like every day there is something on this one that is not workingf right.

LARRY  with my family if candied yams weren't served they would be disappointed, just like having fresh cooked cranberries. Remember the days of buting frsh coconut and cracking it open ? Last time I bought one it was all dried out inside and had to throw it away. I enjoyed having a computer from the begiining when my son gave me his old IBM.  If only I could acdcept your 3 or more pounds I would be happy. I feel like a walking skeleton these days. With a house full of people and a little one running around it would be hard to find a place to lay down. I love Maxine and have a folder on the external drive with some I have saved over the years. Thanks for the link, I have saved it and will look at them when I finish here.

CALLIE  I also love your new avatar. Unlike you I have 1 place to go before Christmas. Getting to the point it takes a couple of days for me to recouperate anytime I have to go out. Had a chuckle about your banana pudding without the bananas.

MARY ANN  bet my daughter would have enjoyed that tart cherry pie. She loves the tart Granny Smith apples and will even enjoy eating a lemon.

JUNE  back when I rist started in Bis' busy nest I had a problem posting and Oscar told me about notepad and the copy/paste and that is what I have been using ever since.

AMY  my older son's last dog I always said was my girl. Had dogs all my life but there was something between us that clicked. When she heard me drive into their yard and she was in the house she would go to the door to go out and she would run to my car and try to get into it on my lap talking to me the whole time. She was an Australian shepherd and a good size girl. She would follow me around like my shadow.

JENNY  glad you enjoyed the day. Best part of holiday meals is being with family.

HAL  glad you did post. Now to hear from  or about JOAN and every one will be accounted for. I know how those sleepless nights are.

LLOYD  hope you got more sleep.

AMY  like your post.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 26, 2017, 09:37:38 AM
Good Morning Everyone!

Well I am up, shaved, teeth brushed and look almost human.  Had a so-so night but woke up at 7 so I could get ready for church.  Nice morning here Amy, lots of sunshine and coolish. 

Janie, sounds like you have a busy beaver day ahead of you.  Nothing earth-shattering planned here.  May watch some football, but I doubt it.  Maybe a good movie if I can find one.  We watched an old Clint Eastwood movie last night, a little cornball in spots but what the heck.

Lloyd did you ever get those tires mounted on your tractor?  Hope you are feeling better.

Amy we had a Chow a few years ago and like your pup she was a jewel, Never knew she was around unless someone cam around.  She lived forever and had some bad aches and pains, so bad she could hardly get up or down.  When we took her to the vet to have her put down he had trouble finding a vein he could get into.  I always feel so guilty when I have an animal put down, makes me feel like I am playing God.  But seems animals live so much longer now.  Used to be if you had an animal six or seven years it was remarkable.  And seems like something always happen to them and you never had to put them down.

Callie, you still celebrating, don't see you on here this morning.  Are we on for next Saturdays TCU/OU game.  Ought to be a good one.

Everyone have a great day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 26, 2017, 09:48:58 AM
hall i got one mounted day before yesterday and when i went to shop yesterday it was flat. so it is jacked up and taken apart to see what went wrong. i was beat by time that was done so resting today and building curage to try again tomorrow. Have a great day

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 26, 2017, 11:03:58 AM
I've been to church, stayed for coffee hour and a nice visit with friends.  Then made a quick stop at WM to get the rest of the stuff I need for finishing the candy making (might do that today).  Also picked up some lunch stuff for the week.  Now I'm going to rest until lunch time, eat lunch and then decide what gets done.

someone found my glasses and turned them in!! I CAN SEE AGAIN!!!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: CallieOK on November 26, 2017, 11:04:42 AM
Good Morning,

Tried to post earlier but internet connection quit.

Hal,  I was glad yesterday's games weren't the nail-biters of the past few weeks.
Of course, we're on for the OU-TCU game next week.  Go Sooners!  :)

Need to "hustle my bustle" to get to church and OTL.   :dogrunning:

Wishing Everyfriend Everywhere an Enjoyable Day.

TTYL
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 26, 2017, 12:32:09 PM
Good  Morning dear hearts...I must scoot down for Church.

Hal, good to see you up and about. Prayers will be said for our Bis/Joan. Hugs everyone. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 26, 2017, 12:52:05 PM
Back from church, stopped by Taco Bell and picked up a couple of their 5.00 box deals.  Holy smokes they give you plenty and it was tasty.  It is a bargain.

Lloyd you luck runs about like mine anymore.  I think you told me that those tires are tubeless, hope your rim is good with no leaks.  If you have a problem with them (rims) guess you can always buy tubes, if they still make them.  I made Sears mad at me one time. I had just bought new tires for my car and the wife got a nail in a sidewall and Sears wanted to sell me a new tire because you couldn't patch a sidewall.  I told them to just put a tube in it and they informed me they didn't sell tubes anymore, so I told the wife to go next door and get one from Firestone and take it over there and let them put it in, which she did and they were kinda put out, she said.  Tough, I wasn't going to throw away and band new tire because of a nail.

Not many folks at church this morning, must have been out of town for Thanksgiving.

Hope you all are having a good day.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lindancer on November 26, 2017, 02:02:50 PM
Good afternoon, sunny day, but very windy again.

Hal. good to see your post.  My sleeptime is pretty bad also, I go to bed about 1 and wake up again about 2:30, watch TV till about 6 and then sleep till 9. I know crazy hours.

Joan, hope we see a post from you soon.

Jane, now adays I could never keep up with you. with my nephew still here, I have a hard time thinking what to have to eat every day.

Amy thanks for that post, I like what the 15 years old had to say.

Gloria, glad to read you had such a nice time with your g.grand.  I do not think any of my grands are ever going to get married, so I will not live to see a g.g.  They are now 31, 33 and 34.  All have birthdays in Jan.

June, I am always happy to read your post.  You soon will be catching up to me.

Hugs to all my cyber friends, and if any of our old friends are still looking in, we still think of you and miss you.  Come on back.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Carol on November 26, 2017, 02:18:19 PM
We stopped by Safeway on the way home this morning and bought coffee plus some cooked chicken wings for Don.  I remember when grocery stores were not open much on Sunday and also when meat was not sold after 6 PM.  It was the Labor Unions in our area. 

Amy:  I thought I wrote to you but cannot find my post - the panels are wonderful.  I have some fabric that is all birch trees and perhaps could use that for framing an animal?  Just a thought.  Meanwhile, I continue to make a million (overstatement) fabric tissue holder for purses - they use the small size refills.  People seem to like them.  I could give a stack to the church sale as they make a small gift.  Also, I have the fixings for quilted pot holders - using the fabric normally used to make ironing board covers so no fingers get burned.  Another little gift that takes minutes.  Both grandsons use my pot holders - I get such a kick out of knowing they like to cook.

Hal:  Like your story about the inner tube incident! 

Callie:  Games don't always have to be heart-stoppers.  It is more exciting though.  Enjoy! 

I am signed up for genealogy lectures and DNA classes beginning January.  What is wrong with me?  One slow day, I thought it sounded so good and now - people are talking about visiting us.  It is more fun to visit.... a little tiring though must admit. 

Gloria de:  Nice to see your post.  You sure are mixed up with your sleep.  I hope you can gradually turn that around.  I take 1/2 of an over the counter sleeping pill and that is just enough to help me go back to sleep.  sometimes, a ten-minute afternoon nap is mandatory and other times it isn't needed. 


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: CallieOK on November 26, 2017, 02:52:38 PM
Carol - nothing wrong with a "runaway" game, either - particularly if the "right team" is doing the running!  :thumbup:

Oh, how I would love to go to the genealogy lectures and DNA classes with you.  #2 son and dil had their DNA done through Ancestory.   As I expected, son's was English, Scottish, "eastern European" (I think Germany) and Scandinavian.  I've always thought there was a Viking somewhere in my husband's paternal line. Would love to explore that but know from research experience that I'd have to be "on site" to trace even the original immigrant.

Very few at church here this morning - probably for the same reasons as others.   Five OTL ladies enjoyed good conversation at our favorite diner.  Everyone can relax; we have solutions for all the problems.   ;D

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 26, 2017, 02:57:55 PM
Church is over. The lady sitting next to me disappeared and left her purse behind, so I turned it in to another lady that will turn it in at the desk. i just hope Marilyn is O.K. she is a very responsible lady.
Gloria de. I will happy to join you at age 93 . I just wish you lived next door to me. We are so very well cared for here. I know you would love it here and I would love having you as my neighbor.

Enjoy your Taco meal Hal. I'm going back down for lunch now, then home to get in cozy clothes and read and nap...I love those naps. :smitten: :smitten:

Carol, I remember in my little town everything closed down on Sunday, except the Churches. No stores open at all.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 26, 2017, 04:10:00 PM
and heaven help you if you forgot the batteries on Christmas Eve!!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 26, 2017, 04:27:52 PM
Gloria, I think your daughter would prefer the cherry pie with a little bit of sugar.  The one I made that was so sour was where I forgot to put any sugar in it and there were some puckered mouths.  We seldom have desserts any more and I haven’t made a pie in ages.  Nor have I baked a cake, even from a box mix.  Old age is catching up with me.

Gloria, the way your son’s dog clung to you is kind of like Tom’s dog did to me.  She wouldn’t ask anyone else to take him for a walk, only me.

Jane, how nice that someone turned in your glasses. 

Hal, we’re kind of in a transitional period at church since we have no senior minister, but today, with a guest minister and post holiday, we had a pretty good attendance.

June, remember the old days when no store was open on Sunday and even grocery stores closed at 6 pm (or so).  We took our list with us and told the clerk what we wanted and the clerk got the item from the shelf.  I do some impulse buying, but that was almost impossible in those days.  I feel sorry for the people who work on holidays, but I think they get double or triple pay and I know some of them need it.

Dot and I went to Mr Burger after church and she had an oliveburger and I had a regular hamburger.  We split a long John which was filled with marshmallow instead of lemon custard.

I don’t think I put it in here before,  but yesterday Tom, a friend and her son, went to the Gerald R Ford Presidential Museum here in Grand Rapids.  Tom got a wheelchair for me otherwise I would not have gone.  I have been there several times, but they change the displays often so everything was new.  Tom had not been there before and was impressed.

At 4:30 pm someone is flying a kite at Grand Haven.  There are quite a few whitecaps.

Mary Ann

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 26, 2017, 06:45:49 PM
 Mary Ann cherry and and pecan  pies are my favorite. but only two kinds are good hot or cold. all it takes is a set sweet teeth like I have.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 26, 2017, 09:13:34 PM
It's only six p.m. out here, but I really have nothing special to post so I will say an early goodnight, Put on my nighty, brush my teeth, remove my nitro patch and go read in bed. I picked up three more books today...just in case....like in case didn't feel up to going out.

Have a peaceful night my dear ones, and may you all wake in the morning in good health and happiness. May God  give our Bis the energy to pop in on us. I love you all. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 26, 2017, 10:37:01 PM
My bedtime.  So I am headed for my bed and hopefully a full nights sleep.

Nite, nite, God Bless and Sweet Dreams


Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 27, 2017, 05:37:33 AM
Good Morning everyone.
just reporting it, dry mouth and headache. drink of water and a couple Excedrin
and back to bed, see you all later.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 27, 2017, 06:49:55 AM
Good morning Everyfriend.  It's 31º and cloudy this morning and not a snowflake on the horizon.  This is getting to be my kind of day!  The bright sunshine is good if I don't have anywhere to go but it really annoys me if I have to drive in it. And sunglasses don't seem to help.

//////We have a pretty busy day coming up.  My cleaning dynamo comes at 1o.  I have to leave at 11 for a eye appointment.  Afer my appoint I'm picking up Kiran (no school today) for our annual shopping for Toys for Tots and lunch out.  This year we have an extra toy to by for local kids for a drive sponsored by the council of churches.  We have to pick out a Barbie doll and wrap it.  Then I'm going to involve her in the Senior Citizens gift sharing program.  They have a tree withe wishes for seniors and I think it's time she learns that others besides kids sometimes have unfulfilled wishes.

Then we're going to buy the stuff to make gumdrops and some of the goodies she likes when she comes here after school.

Oops, I forgot!  We're starting with lunch at McDonalds.  Busy day!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 27, 2017, 07:00:13 AM
Good morning everyone..

We had about 1/2 inch of snow fall during the night..temp is 12° F at the moment...tad chilly!

Yesterday was interesting, I did manage to get a blueberry pie made and some pie shells for the freezer and if I didn't find a LOT of zzzz's and made good use of them. I had TWO cat naps, one before lunch and one in the afternoon. Managed to get a bit of sewing done but nothing like I had planned.

Taking hubby in today to the foot clinic then we are off to the Dr in a village outside of the city. If he feels up to it we will head on in 20 min drive and try to get more Christmas shopping done. We shall see.

Jane, sounds like a busy but fun day you are going to have.

Lloyd, hope your headache goes away..

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 27, 2017, 07:36:18 AM
Instant weather says it is 43 º and clear here headed for 69 º here. so I am planing a light feed and heading for the shop as soon as it is light enough to see where I am walking with out the lights on. need to get tires on tractor. Nancy fusses about a high light bill at the shop. the shop and the house have separate meters. seams she has one set of standards for me and the shop and another for her and light's in the house. she knows where the light switches are for on and not Off in the house. she won't go to shop says too much junk in the shop.
Have a great day everyone.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 27, 2017, 08:46:08 AM
Good Morning Everyone!

Sounds like everyone has their day laid out.  Hope you all get it fited in.  I have a doctors appointment at 9:45 and hopefully he doesn't send me anywhere else.

It is cool out, Amy when I was in your country morings like yours were referred to as fresh.  But it will be nice and warm here later on.  a little warmer than what Lloyd is predicting.

We went over to my daughters last night for supper, finished up the ham she had for Thanksgiving and other odds and ends.  She fixed a couple of deep dish pies, peach and blackberry.

Janie we forgot to take an unwrapped toy to church yesterday but you could give money and let them buy one and that is what I did.  They wanted them unwrapped but I see that some wrapped theirs. One year I worked in the shop where the Mom picks the gifts for her kids and I was sorely disappointed in some of them, I think they thought they were entitled to the gifts.  The churches do have some great gifts for the kids, some very expensive.  Even bicycles.

Well coffee is ready, who wants to join me, and I need to get myself organized.  I had a pretty good night, didn't get up but once and only for a short while.

Hope everyone has a good day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Carol on November 27, 2017, 09:04:02 AM
Learning to be charitable begins at home.  It is so sweet to read about your teachings to family members.  Thanks, Jane for your post.

Callie:  That would be so fun for you to be at the class.  I may certainly have Viking blood with all that Finnish/Swedish in me - plus northern UK/Ireland a bit.  A distant cousin showed me the river when the ancestors took their long boats and sailed from near their property.  I hope these 3 hour classes are good - It was $20 for the entire year and and extra $5 for 4 three-hour classes on DNA. 

June:  Sundays in Colorado are days to look at cars on lots - no one can sell a car that day.  I hope it hasn't changed - because it is fun to just look.  Oh, well, they can buy their pot in bars now - Sunday or not they can smoke pot and drink and then get in the car and drive.

Mary Ann:  I always thought President Ford was a kind man - just the way he conducted himself.  We have been to LBJ's place and also the house Eisenhower lived in - it was quite small and all those boys! 

Jane:  Driving into the sun is about impossible for me - sun glasses are not enough. 



Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 27, 2017, 09:21:30 AM
Good morning everyone, a gloomy Monday here, cloudy and mid 30's, from what I just heard wind will pick up later. Oh well tis that time of year, expect to see snow in the air any day now. Not feeling like talking today, just thought I would catch up on yesterday's posts. Everything fine with me.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Sandy on November 27, 2017, 09:46:13 AM
Good Morning Everyone from the cool but
still sunny,  rocky coast of Maine. 

December is right around the corner with the Christmas Holiday just a few
weeks off.    Hanukkah is the Dec 12th through Dec 20th this year ...
(correct me if I am wrong).. 

So as everyone can see..    Time is slip sliding away...   

I do love pie.    Anytime,  Anywhere, as often as  possible.
Yum !

Have a good day,  everyone ..
Sandy
:uglystupid2:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 27, 2017, 10:08:05 AM
Hi everyone.  I am at the garage to get an oil change. I will check back later as not easy to write on my phone.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 27, 2017, 11:25:05 AM
I think Lloyd said it was 41 degrees there, going up to 69 degrees.  It is also 41 degrees here, but there is no way we will get up to 69 degrees, 45 is more like it.  However, the sun is shining brightly, so it is a nice day!

Everyone's posts show you all to be so busy.  I don't call computing being busy, so I am not that busy so far.  I did print out something that Tom needed from my computer; he does have his own computer and printer, but this was something older that he needed.  He is gone until mid-afternoon now.  I will make out a grocery list so he can do the shopping today as we're running out of regular foods.

I have no appointments this week and if Tom doesn't have too much going, maybe we can contact Dot and Jan and get together at Jan's.  She can't leave her parents alone, so when we get together, we do there.  We order a pizza or Jimmy John's or Subway.  I'm not sure Subway delivers but the others do.

Carol, President Ford was a very kind man, very honest.  He was our Representative for many years before becoming Vice President, then President. His library is in Ann Arbor where he went to the U of Michigan.  We were pleased and honored to get the museum.  When he was in the House, my dad and Ford would communicate occasionally.  My dad was a scoutmaster and when the area scouts would get together at camp, Dad got to know him a bit.  Gerry Ford was also a Boy Scout.  Dad died before Ford became President.  I have seen no other Presidential museums and I know I won't because of my age and not traveling now.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 27, 2017, 08:33:56 PM
Another day of no Bis/Joan. May God be with her.

Janie, you surely had a busy day planned. I hope it was all very enjoyable. Kiran is so blessed to have you available to her.

Hal, I am happy you had a better night last night, and hope you can repeat it from now on.

Carol, I think it is wise to not sell cars on Sundays. The companies save money on salesmen's salaries and folks can walk around and look at the merchandise without having to listen to a sales pitch. Cigarettes are over priced now so the users are probably turning to a worse thing……marijuana. I believe in the use of medical marijuana but it should only be available through a Drs. prescription. This has turned into an upside down purchasing world.

Gloria, we are having a variety of weather..none of it disastrous, thank God. The mornings are heavily clouded, with occasional sun break in, and today we had a cold west wind blowing, so walking the hallways was the best exercise.

I went down for a hearty lunch today so I will have a left over supper tonight. I did a lot of reading and napping this afternoon, and a lot of hall way walking. I went to the D building…three floorsl…..larger than my C building, and enjoy seeing the Chrismas decorations folks put on their doors. Then I came home and walked our three floors, so I had enough blood circulating.

Time to heat us some supper now…….
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 27, 2017, 10:28:35 PM
A Bit Late but good Night and sweet dreams everyone.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 27, 2017, 10:46:30 PM
Lloyd me too.  Bed time.

Doctors visit went well, I guess, gave me two more prescriptions, both not really drugs, one potassium, and cant remember the name of the other, but it is a supplement.  But I have to see him again next week, more blood work today, also next week.  At least no fasting.  I had lost 8 lbs from last visit, so he was happy that the water pills were doing their job.

Hope everyone's day went as planned.

Nite, nite, God Bless and Sweet Dreams.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 27, 2017, 11:31:59 PM
My eye appointment happened to include dilation of my eyes and my reading is still a bit blurred so I'll report on my shopping trip with Kiran tomorrow.  Sleep well my friends and may God bless us, every one!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 28, 2017, 05:39:46 AM
Good Morning everyone.
JaneS sorry you are having all the eye problems. when I have problems I have Nancy on hand to put eye drops in my eyes. hope you get someone to put them in your eyes and get them to feeling better soon. I wish everyone a happy and prospers day. it is 54 º now and calling for high of 64 º today here.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 28, 2017, 07:23:22 AM
Good morning everyone.

Yesterday went well, Dr is sending hubby  for an ultra sound and the appointment is this Fri.  Hubby is also having a problem with one eye and the Dr is going to give it a few days to see if it clears up. By the time we got out of the Dr office, he doesn't rush you through, it was time to head home. Someone in the vehicle had cat naps all the way home and it wasn't me! :)

Hal, Chows are a lovely dog, neighbour has a chow x dane  big beautiful short coated dog with the chow tail and black spots on his tongue.
I hate the part of taking my dog for his last ride, I know also that they are our friends and when they are suffering, we do have to be there for them and take the suffering away.

Need to get a move on VON is coming this morning..

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 28, 2017, 08:06:25 AM
Good morning Everyfriend.  We were up at the usual time this morning but I had things to do while we waited out the doggies pills. So I'm just getting here.  My eyes have cleared up and I can see as well as I did before I went to the dr. yesterday. 

Still nothing from Joan.  I sure do miss her!

AMY, if someone catnapped on the way home, I'm glad it wasn't you because I rather suspect you were the driver.

Our shopping trip went well yesterday.  Kiran chose a Barbie and a two pack of Star Wars figures for Toys for Tots and then she picked a Barbie with a horse for the church 4 year old because "she'll have something to do with it and it's not just a Barbie sitting there."  I loved her thinking.  The tree for the Seniors wasn't there yet but we talked about it and I'm appointed to watch for it and when it's there we'll go and choose 2 because "we do a boy and a girl for Toys for Tots so we have to do a man and a lady for the seniors"  I LOVED IT!

Now I'm off to get ready to greet my public at Wally World.  Enjoy your day Everyfriend!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 28, 2017, 08:34:12 AM
 Hi Everyone. Another ditto day of the last few and we will see the 60's again this afternoon.  In about 90 minutes we will have to leave and go to the dentists office as Pat has a scheduled cleaning appointment.  Then we will come back by our Church for our Senior's Luncheon.  Today the senior member of the choir and our wonderful choir director and pianist will provide the entertainment with some Christmas music and leading the attendees in singing a few Christmas carols. 

Yesterday didn't turn out anywhere as I had expected.  I took my car to the garage for an oil change and ended up being their for three hours and I had two new front tires, a brake light and the oil change done.  That is why I always dread taking my car in for service but it should provide us good transportation for the coming year. 

Last night my friend picked me up and we went to our Men's meeting at the Church.  It was the best steak dinner I have ever had there.  The cook had prepared her Uncle Jack's mac and cheese and it was fresh out of the oven and very moist and good.  Our program was interesting as it was a 30 minute film made about the 7,000 person town of Ellington that had been taken by the Federal Government in 1950 so the Savannah River Site could be built for bomb making and other defense related work.  One of the men who was about 15 or 16 at the time was at the dinner and shared some information about the whole experience.  It was really quite interesting. 

I had such a busy day yesterday that I never did get back to post again and I saw when I read the postings earlier in the morning that my long post from Sunday hadn't posted as I had hit the post button and got up and left for Church and didn't come back to my computer.  So today I will try to do better.

Mary Ann, I forgot above that as soon as I got home from the garage yesterday I took Pat to get her hair cut.  Right next door was a Jersey Mike's subs and I hadn't eaten lunch so went in and ordered a sub.  It was the worst sub I can remember having.  The bread wasn't fresh and it just wasn't good.  It is back to Firehouse subs for me.  I always liked President Ford. 

Hal, hope the new prescriptions do their job and great that you were able to get those 8 pounds of fluid removed. 

June, are there some very pretty Christmas decorations at people doors there? 

Lloyd, Pat is putting in my eye drops.  I have done it a couple of times and the first time it went right down my cheek and then I thought I had found the solution and got it in fine.  The second time I must not have had my head tilted back far enough and wasted another drop.  So Pat has been helping me.  I am glad this won't be something I have to do permanently but probably for at least another month. 

Amy, since you were driving it is good you said it wasn't you doing the cat napping.  :)  Hope your husband's eye situation clears up for him. 

Jane, having the eyes dilated is no fun.  Whatever they used to dilate my eye for the cataract surgery lasted for over two days and not just a matter of hours.  I think that was the worst part of the surgery.  It sounds like you had fun shopping with Kiran. It sounds like Kiran is learning to think of others and that will serve her well throughout her life.  I hope you had a happy public at your register today. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 28, 2017, 08:35:38 AM
Jane, sounds like Kiran is just like her Grammie..big heart!!
Yes, I did and do all the driving now. Have to stop in at the garage to see if they can put a driving light in for me.

Wood box filled, another load waiting to go and now waiting on VON.....wonder what trouble I can get into now? :)
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 28, 2017, 09:10:36 AM
Good morning everyone, 21° this morning but the sun is shining and the wind is calm at the moment. Finally getting more normal temperatures but that is not saying every welcomes it. My daughter and SIL are in Phoenix now. Tomorrow she will have surgery in a hospital there. The small hospital in Kingman does not do surgery. This is the first time she has had surgery and she sounds very calm about it. I am pretty worried and wish I could be there to help when they get home after.

JUNE  no matter how cold I like going outside if only for a few minutes. Walking the hallways I do not like, just a lot of closed doors.

JANE  love the way Kiran thinks of others at this time of year. 

Better go get dressed for the day before my CNA gets here. I wish we would hear something from or about JOAN.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Jeanne Lee on November 28, 2017, 09:16:30 AM
 A new business was opening and one of the owner's friends wanted to send him flowers for the occasion.  They arrived at the new business site and the owner read the card, "Rest in Peace."

The owner was angry and called the florist to complain.

After he had told the florist of the obvious mistake and how angry he was, the florist replied,

"Sir, I'm really sorry for the mistake, but rather than getting angry, you should imagine this, 'Somewhere there is a funeral taking place today, and they have flowers with a note saying, 'Congratulations on your new location.'"

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 28, 2017, 10:24:00 AM
Jeanne Lee, as many times as I've read that story, I always laugh, sometimes out loud.  It is one of my favorite stories.

If I haven't mentioned it before, Lake Michigan is choppy, full of whitecaps and I even saw a boat in the channel, heading back to a marina.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 28, 2017, 10:44:30 AM
Good Morning Everyone!

Nice day out and warm already.  The weather guy last night was showing our below normal rainfall for the year, yeah, go ahead rub it in, I thought  We are powder dry.  Only rain that was in the positive was when hurricane came through.

I don't think I told you but we are getting the floor titled in the bath and it looks very nice, he is suppose to be back today to grout it and that will be that.  Now all the wife has to do is pick some new carpet for her and my bedroom.  She said she wasn't going to rush just to get it done before Christmas cause she wants to be sure, this time.  Last time she rushed and really never liked it from the start.

I was wondering, how many of you took advantage of cyber Monday, yesterday.  I looked at some things but didn't see anything I needed or wanted.

Everyone have a great day.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 28, 2017, 02:44:11 PM
Good Morning all, another lazy day is on my  calendar for today. I have been waking early for some reason. Had my usual "nurse" visit about 6 a.m. but I had been awake long before that. Thought I didn't feel well and maybe should spend the day in bed…..nice thought but it didn't happen. Instead I got in the shower and just sat there with the hot water pouring down on me.Felt just perfect. was drying off  while still in the turned off shower and a tapping came on my door, which is visible from the shower seat…..so I called "come in", and it was one of the nurses checking out our emergency buttons…..doing the whole building.  So as not to upset their schedule I invited her in to what was needed….well covered with a big thick bath towel, and she did what was needed and left. Finally got myself dressed for the day, plopped down in the recliner to do my morning readings and a hymn sing. All that took about an hour or more. Made myself a bowl of instant oatmeal, the read my current novel , and now here where I have read all your good messages.

Now it is time to haul the body down for lunch, so I will see you all later.     Me, june.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 28, 2017, 03:47:51 PM
I received this in an email.....and thought others would like it also.

 
http://www.andiesisle.com/ourfather.html
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Carol on November 28, 2017, 04:17:18 PM
Amy:  So beautiful - thank you!

Gloria:  Thoughts and prayers for your daughter as she goes through surgery and recovery. 

June:  Glad you had a towel!   8)

Mary Ann:  that sounds like a nice connection - your dad and Mr. Ford. 

My family had a friend who was an aide to General Eisenhower and we heard a lot of really nice stories of him as well.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 28, 2017, 04:30:02 PM
Amy, that was beautiful.  I sang along with it.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Shirley on November 28, 2017, 04:57:25 PM
Amy, that is beautiful & best meds I've had all day... looks like a good dose of Alaska wilderness & calming thoughts.  Thanks!

Gloria, have already asked God for special care for Regina as I've been thinking constantly about my sister-in-law having suregery
today on her other knee.  It has been about a week since my daughter's surgery for "repairs" on the hernia that was repaired before and she said last night that she is finally getting better.  She's had surgery before (Crohn's & hernia repair) plus 4 kids, but this was the most painful since morphine doesn't work on her & the Tylenol 3 upset her tummy.  She is off all meds now & feeling much better. I hope Regina recovers as fast. 

I'm going to try to catch a few zzzzzzzs before the afternoon is completely gone.  Not been a good week for getting a full night sleep.  Keep on talkin'  ..........

Mary Ann, I did, too, sing along.  :thumbup:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 28, 2017, 09:46:46 PM
Time to do all the getting ready for bed stuff and then snuggle down with book and bed. May God bless you all with a perfect sleep and a healthful, happy tomorrow. I love you all. June



Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 28, 2017, 09:50:30 PM
I worked this morning then came home and rested a bit, had lunch and went back out to do some errands.  I've just about decided that next year everyone will get candy and a gift card.  I never thought I'd be out running around Christmas shopping at this age.  I really don't like dark, bright sunshine or traffic!  You don't suppose I'm getting old, do you!  I sound a little cranky right now. 

I did squeeze in a short nap right before supper and after supper I wrapped all the individual pb saltines for the cashiers and other front end people.  I still need to get some stickers to pretty them up.  Then all I have to do with the candy is some pb ritz crackers for my grandniece, pack the mixed bags for friends and the chocolate is done.  I still want to make gumdrops...my favorite!  And I have to roast the peanuts and pack them.  Then I have to get the boxes off.  I sure could use an assistant!  Wonder if Kiran would like that job!

This Thursday and Friday are the shopping days for our extra discount from working Thanksgiving.  I'm off Thursday so my plan is to get up and out early before I have time to get tired.  I've been working on my list all day and tomorrow I have to organize it and get it in order so it doesn't have me running hither and yon all over the store.  I'll be glad when that chore is done.

I'm about ready to be off to dreamland .  It's been a complicated day.  The doggies are out now checking for "skinky stunks" (translation stinky skunks) which I pray they don't find every time they go out in the dark.  When they come back in 'll make a quick sweep through the kitchen and then prepare to hit the hay so I'll wish you all....

Good night Everyfriend.  Sleep peacefully.  Wake refreshed and may God bless us Every one!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 28, 2017, 10:15:28 PM
AMY I pulled up your Link and showed it Nancy on the big screen t v was great
we both thank you, sweet Dreams everyone. Hope to see you all tomorrow.

Hall i went and brought a bead barker tool today It works great,takes all the work out of braking down tires. works relay easy with just a ratchet wrench.
you can look on the net and see what it looks like if you wish.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 28, 2017, 10:24:29 PM
Well I see I am not alone in getting ready for bed.

Lloyd, back in my younger days when I worked for Goodyear in the service department I broke a few handles out of the old hammers we had to break down truck tires.  Some of the truckers got plumb upset if you dinged their pretty, shiny rims.  They got those nice machines to do all that work now days, like they use on car tires. We had a guy who had been in the tire business for years, I swear he could break down a truck tire with two licks, he tried to teach me but guess I was just to dumb and clumsy.  He took care of commercial sales.

Well folks off to bed.
Nite, nite, God Bless and Sweet Dreams.



Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 29, 2017, 07:04:04 AM
Good morning everyone..

So warm here this morning that we haven't put a fire on yet. Taking my van in to get the light fixed plus the rattle underneath it.

Glad you enjoyed the video as I did also and played it a few times.

Better scoot, slept in and need to boogie.

Enjoy your day everyone.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 29, 2017, 07:42:30 AM
Good morning Everyfriend.  I was up at my usual time and we did the pill thing with the doggies but I had some thins to look up on line and I've been distracted from coming here.

I'll be off to Wally World for my shift at 9 and then I have a "sorting out" afternoon planned.  I have to see what I have left to buy for Christmas and organize my shopping list for tomorrow.  After that, my only plann is to finish up the chocolate candy and rest up for tomorrow. 

I hope you all have a lovely day and I hope when I come back we will have heard from Joan.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 29, 2017, 08:55:06 AM
 Hi Everyone. We are headed up to 70 or above for today so should be a very nice day.  I will leave in a few minutes as have an early appointment with the eye doctor for the last check on my first cataract surgery.  Pat said she would like to go to JoAnns Fabric store to check out some foam to put at her back in her easy chair.  So we may do that today as this is the last day they have it on sale for 40% off.  This evening we will be having dinner at the Church, my third meal in three days there.  Then I expect Scott and Jennifer to come out for a little while.

Yesterday Pat had her dental cleaning (no cavitites except in the wallet as that seems to go up in price about every time we have an appointment). As we came back it was time to stop at the Church for our Senior Adult Meeting.  Our program was great and presented by the senior members of the choir and our very talented choir director/pianist.  It really put us all in the Christmas spirit.  This was followed by a very hearty ham and bean soup, salad and dessert.

Amy, like you I am having to do almost all of the driving now.  Pat can still drive but told me she doesn't feel as confident that she is a safe driver.  I told her I will take her where ever she wants to go. Unfortunately, the way she feels she doesn't want to get out much but at least isn't as housebound as she was several months ago.  Did you find some trouble to get into yesterday?  :)

Gloria, sure hope your daughter's surgery goes well today.  Nice you can still go outside for some fresh air.  Like you I wish we could get a new posting from Joan or at least hear from Joe what is happening to her. 

Jeanne, that is a funny joke.  What a mixup.

Mary Ann, that joke also caused me to laugh out loud when I read the last line. 

Hal, your wife is wise to take her time and find just the carpet she wants.  I am not a patient shopper so tend to make up my mind quickly.  Like you I didn't participate in Cyber Monday.  My wife had done enough shopping on Black Friday!

June, glad you decided you felt better than you thought you might early yesterday morning.  I awoke a little before four this morning and then sort of napped on and off until I got up a little before 7. 

Shirley, glad your daughter is feeling much better.  It is tough when pain medication doesn't work.  My SIL is very difficult to medicate as is allergic to many meds.  I hope the knee replacement surgery goes well for your SIL.  I watched my wife go through that recovery period from her knee surgery and it was painful but she is so glad she did it.  The hip replacement wasn't as difficult. 

Jane, I just bet your family would be very happy with what you propose for next year and would prefer that you not run around shopping.  I don't think getting old applies to either you or Shirley as you both seem to be whirlwinds with all that you do. 

Lloyd, I remember my dad fixing flat tires and that was really a lot of work.  Glad you found a tool to make the job easier.   
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 29, 2017, 09:02:37 AM
Good Morning Everyone!

Well I see that Amy and JaneS has already checked in, as usual.  No grass grows under their feet.

Janie, you were talking about kids and gifts.  We quite shopping for the adults some years back, we just do our shopping at the bank.  They even furnish the gift cards and envelopes.  We are doing the same this year, except not quite as much as we normally give.

The ladies of the family are trying to figure out Christmas dinner.  Who is cooking what and where we are going to have it, one of the Grandson in law was going to do it but it appears he now has backed out.  We always had it, naturally, Mom and Dad but at 85 (almost 86) Mom doesn't need the responsibility or the work, especially the work.  Anyhow it will get done I am sure, suspect my oldest daughter will end up doing the job.

Amy weather here is very mild, but not that unusual.  I can remember some Christmas times running around with no shift or shoes when I was a kid and also remember a couple, one in particular, where is was 7 degrees on Christmas day.  Hey! it is Texas.  We are due some real snow, hasn't snowed, where it covers the ground in almost 25 years.  We have had sleet and snow flakes but not covering the ground.  Have a ice storm or two.

Hope everyone has a good day.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 29, 2017, 09:40:37 AM
Good morning everyone, much warmer than yesterday, going to be in the 50's later. Tomorrow back to being cold and windy. Figures, I have an appointment tomorrow, hard getting into my warm jacket now. Just heard on TV that Matt Lauer has been fired from the Today show, another one in the molesting outings that are surfacing. So many years ago he was a co host on a local show from Providence. He had a lot of hair back then.

JEANNE LEE  reading your post about the flowers I had just taken a sip of coffee and almost chocked on it trying to laugh at the last line. Good one.

MARY ANN  it has been windy here lately, have been wearing a hat when I go out for my daily walk and I really dislike hats.

HAL  it is misty here this morning but we have had more than our share of rain the last few months. Smart finding the right carpeting or will never be happy it.

JUNE  nothing like starting the day sitting in the shower letting the nice warm water beat on my back.

AMY  I have a link to andiesisle. So many wonderful things in there.

CAROL  thanks. This is the first time she has had surgery and I think I am mor nervous than her. My SIL will be calling me when  it is over.

SHIRLEY  thank you. Being so far from her is bad enough but having to wait who knows how long for word already has me on pins and needles. Only times she was in a hospital before was when her 2 sons were born. I went out there both times for a couple of weeks te give her time to get used to being a Mom and I did the cooking and housework.

JANE  not getting old, there is too much traffic and too many people  now. It has been years now since I was in the stores before Christmas. Can you just see me bumping into everyone with my rollator to get them out of my way? I know Kiran would be happy to help you with anything.

HAL  you were not dumb about those tires, we all have something we just cannot learn.

LARRY  thank you, being so far from me I do worry about my daughter. I stopped driving when I could mo longer turn the wheel for a sharp left turn. I still miss not having a car and being independant but goes with the age.

Guess I better get a move on before my CNA gets here. Have a good day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: CallieOK on November 29, 2017, 10:54:59 AM
Good Morning,

'Tis a gloomy chilly day in central Oklahoma.  We supposedly had rain overnight but I can't tell it did more than dampen the grass.

Nevertheless,  DIL is "chauffeuring" to do some shopping.  Not only will we enjoy spending time together, it's a chance for me to roam a bit farther afield than I would do by myself.  Stopping for lunch will, of course, be included.

Wishing Everyfriend Everywhere an Enjoyable day.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 29, 2017, 12:42:59 PM
well it seams we are never satisfied But if anyone  can figure out how to move the weather to where we want it we can sure use some rain up here now. if nothing else settle the dust on the roads. Have a good day and a better tomorrow.

Hall that new bead barker sure gets the work out if breaking a tire down to fix.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 29, 2017, 06:32:36 PM
I hope everyfeiend's day has not been as frustrating as mine.  I'm finally finishing with the things I had planned (except for the nap)  I've got my list organized for tomorrow and it shouldn't take me all day to get it done.

Chocolate is melting and I'm going to finish all the chocolate for this year TONIGHT!  Rhen I'm going to clear off the table so I have somewhere to put all the stuff I bring home from the store tomorrow.  I still have to make some space in the fridge but when I finish the chocolate, I'll have two empty shelves in the freezer.

I guess I better go get started or I'll never get finished.  Don't know if I'll be back to say Good Night so....

Good night Everyfriend.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 29, 2017, 06:45:16 PM
Mine has not been frustrating but unproductive.. they didn't find the rattle, they thought they did but when I drove home that darn rattle followed me. I did manage to get the floors washes, some fabric cut and I grabbed a nap.....no that is wrong the nap grabbed me and held me down for almost TWO hours!!!

I wonder if Gloria has heard anything from her daughter yet??

Lloyd, they say we are to get rain this week so I will send it on to you..

Larry, no trouble ,maybe I should try harder :)

Enjoy your evening everyone..

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 29, 2017, 08:30:21 PM
I lost my post but it wasn't worth printing any way. A good day…a very thankful day. Sorry we haven't heard from our Bis/Joan yet, but she is always close in Prayer.  Have a peaceful night dear friends. I love you much. God is keeping watch over each and everyone of us, thank you God. June
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 29, 2017, 10:32:55 PM
Does anyone make just plain old chocolate fudge with nuts anymore for Christmas.  Or divinity?  My daughter makes peanut brittle and pecans with sugar and cinnamon.

Off to bed, Amy, they may never find the rattle, it may be anything and it doesn't take a lot to sound like a lot......

Nite, nite, God Bless and Sweet Dreams

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 30, 2017, 05:47:02 AM
June Drabek well just because I do not directly answer every time I still read your post. and you do rate high in my mined,true friend.

Hall no we haven't in a while either. But Nancy is into making Christmas guides.
zukaney and pumpkin breads Black berry Jellies and such. maybe I can talk her into making some, would not make my sweet teeth hurt any.
Nancy is in bed asleep so can't have her help with my spelling. I woke up with a splitting head ace, took a couple pills and checked in here and talked to Peter in England so I am going back to bed for some more ZZZE's. hope to see you all after while. AMY seen your post about trying to head your rain on this way, thanks hope your prayores work. Have a great day, enjoy it.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 30, 2017, 06:10:30 AM
Good Morning Everyfriend!  I woke up with a bad cramp in my ankle and foot about 20 minutes before the alarm was set to go off.  My plan was to be up at 5;30 and I was.

Now I have a request for all you nice people and good cooks.  But first I'm going to explain why.  My granddaughter, Natalie and her husband Clint host a bible study group from their church and "Clint leads and Natalie feeds"   I'm looking for tried and true recipes that are easy and will feed a group of 8 t0 12 people who are still young enough to have good appetites.  Something that can be done in a casserole or the crockpot would be good or done ahead and popped in the oven to warm.  I'd like to come up with a cookbook of tried and true recipes that she could use to feed the bodies of their young friends while they also feed their souls.  If you want to ask friends or family members, I'll take whatever I can get but I want recipes that are proven.  I've already shared a lot of mine with them.  Also, I'm kind of in a hurry because this just came to mind and I'd like to do it for Christmas.  You can email them any time.

THANK YOU IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR HELP.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 30, 2017, 08:01:59 AM
Good Morning Everyone!

Well I am up and have the coffee on and fixing to head to bathroom to get myself cleaned up for men's breakfast and bible study.

Janie, could always do like us men, pickup something on the way to study and she could make some coffee or tea or something else and a couple dozen donuts, depending on how many show up.  One dozen normally does up with a couple left over.  No one designated to bring them, someone just does.
Anyhow just a thought.

coolish this morning, not cold, that is coming next week they say.

Lloyd hope that old headache goes away.  Pain is never fun, same with your foot and ankle pain, Janie.

C U cats later  I got to get a move on.

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 30, 2017, 08:21:58 AM
Where is Amy?  I hope nothing is wrong.  Maybe she just overslept.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 30, 2017, 09:21:47 AM
Here I am Hal and yes you are right!! I didn't get up to 7 and needed my van at the garage for 8!!  Made it with 15 min to spare. They did find out the rattle and will repair it next week.....

Good morning everyone..

As you can see I hit the floor a running...after the garage ,hubby went for blood work..now I am going to do some cleaning and hope to make lemon cookies.

Jane, that is not a nice way to wake up . I will send you some recipes that I have for c/pots..easy too.

Hal, I used to make that, maybe tis time to make it again.

Enjoy your day everyone..
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 30, 2017, 09:38:06 AM
 Hi Everyone.  It is going to be another beautiful day getting up to 71 degrees this afternoon.  Pat has to go back to the pain clinic this morning for a followup on her shots.  She is feeling up to driving herself.  I will pick up my friend at assisted and we will go downtown to have coffee with other friends.  I will take him home and then go back downtown to the Church for the Wisdom group.  I haven't been able to attend that for a few weeks so am looking forward to it.  That will be it for today.

The eye doctor told me yesterday that my eye was healing very well and that I shouldn't need prescription glasses but will be able to use OTC glasses for close work.  I signed all the papers for my second eye surgery on Monday.

Nothing but computer problems this morning that have used up my time and I need to leave in 5 minutes.  I will try to get back and later today.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lloyd Hammond on November 30, 2017, 10:30:40 AM
good to see everyone seams to be showing up easy except JaneS . sorry she is having problems.  janeS  might be you should just stay in and take it easy.
My self I am having trouble getting motivated today. still have trouble yesterday
with that tractor tire + yesterday I seen a tire flat on a little utility Taylor. I precede to fix it to get it to pop out on the rim I shot it full of either, lit it that popped it out to the rim ok. but the either that over shot it into the gravel decided to flare up and set the tire on fire I heard air spewing out, got water
put it out but too late for the tier. well that is another few $$$ i did not need to lose.sun is shining bright here 46 º and shooting 57 º May beat it did yesterday.

Lloyd
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: larryhanna on November 30, 2017, 02:04:53 PM
I am writing while laying down so will be very brief. I said I would come back after reading the postings and share any comments that I had but I think you could all live without them for today I’ll see y’all tomorrow.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Joy on November 30, 2017, 03:38:48 PM
Good afternoon.   It has been a very pretty sunny day, but still a little chilly.  It is supposed to be warmer over the week end, and then get colder next week with maybe some of the "white stuff".  Not looking forward to that.

I have not been feeling too good today.  I am still taking medicine for the UTI.  Yesterday, I felt so good, I guess I might have overdone it.  Even made up a batch of peanut butter cookies.  It was an easy recipe that only called for peanut butter, sugar and 1 egg,  Surprisingly, they are good.  I learned real quick, tho, you have to really let them get cold before you take them off the cookie sheet.  The first one I tried to get off, just crumbled.  I might try to make some more of those.

I so envy Jane being able to make so many good sounding treats.  I just can't stand very long, and that makes me hesitant to even try.  But, these peanut butter ones I could do sitting down.

Larry, wishing you good luck with your surgery on Monday.

Hal, I am not sure if it was here or in Norm;s group, that you asked if anybody made plain old fudge.  I do and I have a easy recipe for making it in the microwave..  You can add nuts it you want or just put them on the top before you cut it into the squares.    If anybody is interested , I could put the recipe on the Food board.

I was late eating lunch, so I think a little nap sounds good.

Have a good rest of the afternoon.

Joy

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 30, 2017, 04:13:15 PM
Joy, yes please I would love to have the recipe..
My Mom used to make brown sugar fudge with walnuts in it, she would stand outside in the cold and beat the dickens out of it and oh my was it good.
This is the one..
http://www.carnationmilk.ca/recipe-details.aspx?rid=938
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Amy on November 30, 2017, 04:51:53 PM
Happy birthday June and Jenny ,may you both have a very special day!
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Mary Ann on November 30, 2017, 05:22:16 PM
Amy, why did your mother stand out in the cold to beat the fudge.  I can't see anything in the directions that suggest beating it cold, or did I miss something.

I'm sure I missed wishing both June and Jenny a Happy Birthday earlier today.  Many Happy Returns of the day.

Mary Ann
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Joy on November 30, 2017, 06:17:10 PM
Amy, it is dinnertime right now, but I will try to post it over in the  Home, Food and Garden board later this evening.  If  I don't get it there tonight,  I will do it in the morning.

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Lindancer on November 30, 2017, 07:39:16 PM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Jenny and June. :thumbup: :hb2: :cheers:
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: mycheal on November 30, 2017, 07:52:30 PM
June,
Sending you warm birthday wishes and a big warm hug on this very special day.
Mycheal
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 30, 2017, 08:29:01 PM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
JUNE and JENNY
:hb3:
Sorry I am late with this.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Gloria on November 30, 2017, 08:30:56 PM
Good evening everyone. Had a busy day even after my early appointment. Talked to my daughter earlier. Surgery went good yesterday, a hysterectomy. She told me the doctor and her were both in a hurry to get the surgery done and they confirmed that there was cancer in there and they got it all. Thank God. She did not tell me that before because she knows how I worry all the time. Tonight I will be able to sleep once again. This is the first surgery for her at almost 64 years old. 12-27 is her birthday.They will be heading home tomorrow. I do feel better now.

HAL  I used to make fudge like you mentioned for Christmas and anytime I had the urge for some. I also at times added peanut butter to it and make peanutbuter fudge too. I tried divinity several times but it never came out right. These days Icannot stand at the stove to kep stirring so cannot make it.

LLOYD  I have had bought fudge but it is not as good as home made.

JANE  wish I had a recipe for you but I never made many casseroles.

LARRY  watching Jepardy and the catagory on New England I knew all the answers, made me feel smart for a change.

JOY  yesterday and today were bith cloudy damp and windy. Winter coat days. sounds an easy cookie to make.  care to share that recipe, would like to try it.

AMY  I had a recipe for penuche fudge that is made with brown sugar and it was so good but some how over the years I lost it.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: June Drabek on November 30, 2017, 10:09:25 PM
Thank you all for the Birthday wishes. I'm starting the 93rd. year now.

And a very Happy Birthday to you my Jenny girl.

Gary and Dori and their son R.J. came over to have lunch with me. I am SO grateful. Dori brought a huge tray of the best home made cupcakes I have ever eaten. I intend to ask her for the recipe to pass on to those of you who still bake. I have a lovely new light weight flannel nitey and new house slippers. I feel so very Blessed. R.J. is a 6 foot policeman, and huge. He was wearing his uniform so got lots of comments from the residents.

Not to happy health-wise, but it could be worse..sort of a sore throat and cough. Spent the rest of the day at home. Avoided close hugs and kisses....darn.

Gloria, I am SO very happy that your daughters surgery was a success, and she is free of the cancer. Thanks be to God.

I am off to bed and book, after I gargle with salt water...it really does help. I love you all "a bushel and a peck, and a hug around the neck." God is with  us all. Thanks be to God.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Denver on November 30, 2017, 10:21:30 PM
ðŸŽ, HAPPY 93rd BIRTHDAY ðŸŽ,
WISHES TO MY SPECIAL
BIRTHDAY BUDDY
JUNE❣️
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: halkel on November 30, 2017, 10:24:20 PM
Well, I have been meaning to post my Happy Birthday Wishes to both June and Jenny.  Please forgive me for being tail end charlie.
June, 93 years, you have seen a lot of life.  Both the good and the bad.  And you raised a good loving family.

Jenny you to.  You have have a good family to sustain you in these the twilight years.

June, don't let that cold get a hold.

God Bless you both and your family.

Off to bed.

Nite, nite, God Bless and Sweet Dreams.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Denver on November 30, 2017, 10:34:48 PM
Thank you all for the lovely Birthday wishes.  I appreciate all of them. 

JUNE, I am sorry I did not get in earlier to post your greeting, but I want you to know that I thought about you many times today and hoped that you were enjoying a wonderful day.  So happy that your family was there to help you celebrate.  I smiled to read that RJ was in uniform....I know that was enjoyed by many to see.  You are a very special lady to so many, and I am certainly proud to be able to share this wonderful birth date with you.  Love you sweet lady❣️

GLORIA, so good to read that Regina’s surgery went well and they got all of the cancer out.  My thoughts and prayers for a full and speedy recovery for her.  Hugs to you, mama.  I know it is hard to not be there with your little girl. 

I wish you all a good night....pleasant dreams to EVERYFRIEND

Jenny

Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: JaneS on November 30, 2017, 11:29:32 PM
I've been doing a lot of typing today and I was jut going to say Good night. but I MUST wish the "two J's"  a very happy birthday before it's too late.  I see June's day was lovely and I hope Jenny's was too!

Gloria, we can say "Thank you God" for answering all our prayers for Regina with a yes.  I hope she has a speedy recovery.

And now my friends, I wish you a good night and remind you that I'm still collecting recipes for my granddaughter if you have a crock pot or casserole to share.  I have 2 from Canada.  I think she'd like them from ANYWHere. 
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: CallieOK on November 30, 2017, 11:56:08 PM
A late Good Evening,

Unless you're both up really late, this will be a belated wish because I haven't been in yet today but it's just as  :smitten: for each of you:

:hb2: HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JENNY AND JUNE  :hb2:

The weather cleared yesterday so DIL and I had a great time shopping. We didn't even need coats!  When we got back to my house, she helped put my meager outdoor decorations in place.  Then we visited for a long time before I shooed her home so she wouldn't be in the commuter traffic.  'Twas a lovely day.

Busy morning with various things and then had to be ready to go out for the evening.
Sons and Spouses and I went to the OKC Philharmonic Christmas Show.
It was sparkly, lively, beautiful and absolutely delightful.
On the way to bring me home we drove through downtown OKC to see all the Christmas lights.
What a delightful way to begin December.

JaneS,  I plan to send you a recipe or two for your granddaughter.

Joy,  I used to make those peanut butter cookies for Miss Ellen because she is gluten intolerable and somewhat dairy intolerable.   I couldn't believe those three ingredients would actually make cookies!  They're really good.

Gloria, what good news about Regina's surgery.

Sleep well, Everyfriend and have pleasant dreams.
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Joy on December 01, 2017, 01:39:36 AM
I want to wish a Very Belated Happy Birthday to June and Jenny.  Somehow I neglected to do this when I was here earlier.  Hope you both had a wonderful day.

I can't get to sleep, so that is why I am on  here at 1:30 in the morning. 

I will put the recipe for the fudge in the Home, Food and Garden board, 

Gloria, I will have to look up the peanut butter cookie recipe and I will post that tomorrow.

Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: Joy on December 01, 2017, 01:45:11 AM
I put the recipe for the Microwave Fudge in the  Homemaker, Food and Garden section.


Joy
Title: Re: Soda Shoppe for November 15,2017
Post by: so_P_bubble on December 01, 2017, 03:28:17 AM

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