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Soda Shoppe, October 15, 2018

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Shirley

Will admit that I've read all the posts & even skimmed a 2nd time but didn't take notes.  My brain is on hold until after the surgery tomorrow.  BUT... My daughter gave me 2 DVDs a couple years ago, The Christmas Card &  Christmas Lodge.  I've watched them over & over in the RV.... took me several re-runs before I would get to see the end as they are wonderful sleeping aids.  I love 'em.....  such beautiful scenery & kind people it's easy to relax and doze off.  I had plenty of others in the drawer to watch but those 2 are favorites. Her last visit she brought me a whole huge tote bag full of all kinds, that was one reason for the trip planned last week, besides the family reunion.  I may still get to go before the snow flies, fit a trip in between winter weather.  This is the prettiest fall I think I've seen in 50 years, cool enough but no freezing yet.  If y'all like the Christmas Card.... I do recomment Christmas Lodge.  I have a hard time sitting still to watch movies at home, always got jobs to do.  Out camping a different story. 

I came to as a serious question of everyone using a crock pot.  I cooked another eye of round, so many ways to use it, hardly any fat to throw away & the broth is out of the world for making soups or just add to mashed potatoes. YUM. My concern is after cleaning up the crock pot there is always moisture inside the lid.  I take a paper towel & twist corners to put into the little hole to drain out... as dry as I can get it, but I'm afraid it will get mold inside & let it sit on the cabinet at least a day to dry before putting the lid on to store.  Is there a better way to dry in between the glass in the lid?  I tried a hair dryer but didn't seem to dry any better than leaving open to air.  There is a screw to the handle on top but I'm afraid I won't get it back together right.  Any advice?  Please? 

On with my chores.... I'm watching the trees lay down on the grass.... goodness, don't even miss the leaves on the trees & the yard is knee deep. 

Callie, no advice about the coyote but since I feed everything, the one we had ate whatever was down by the river.  I'm sure some neighbors weren't happy about it, but I figured any day it got a meal from me it didn't have to hunt down someone's cat or dog.... I didn't want to adopt it, but while it was here & hungry, what harm can it do to feed what ever I was going to throw away?  I'm pretty sure, after a close look at the one here, it was old & probably not able to hunt like when younger.  We built houses in their hunting grounds & poisoned the smaller critters they could dig out of the ground.  The cats were not afraid when we were all down by the river & it came running by to check out the food pan.... they watched it come & go.  I did see this one during the day so not rabid.... just hungry. 

Larry, a year or so ago I watched a TV expose' about the money the pharmaceutical industry spends on doctors & politicians to "sell" their latest pills.... I was so angry that my recorder had quit & I couldn't tape ... and never saw anything like it again because we all know they also spend a lot of money with their commercials & would pull commercial money as a threat.  It is a sad world we live in these days.  People used to be a little shyer about their hatreds & bias & prejudice minds, but anyone is fair game today.  What ever happened to libel laws & the threat to sue if they didn't have proof?  Thanks for the news about Pat Scott H............

Hope everyone has a beautiful day like we have here in Kansas.  Hugs to all...........

June Drabek

Nothing new from the West Coast, at least as far as I know. I watch very little news, don't read Newspapers, Mostly have my nose in a book.We have a good array of Christian fiction, and I like the author, Beverly Lewis...and others too.plus there are all kinds of Westerns, Mysteries, romance, plus all other types of literature. If I were to live to be a hundred I could not read all our library here contains.

I had to skip Church this morning. Woke up at 3:30 and could not go back to sleep. So my day has been in a deep fog. I have stayed home except for one trip downstairs to get my can of Gatorade, one more just to take a walk around our gardens and breathe in fresh air. My windows are always open to the outside, unless it is raining. But walking out of doors requires more deep breathing of the outside air.

Tisie, My prayers are with you and the family as you have to endure your son's surgery tomorrow. Try to keep an optimistic attitude dear heart....easier said than done, but it is better for you and all the rest of the family if you know that God is in charge and He knows how needful you will all be during the surgery.I am praying you will feel our God's powerful Love right there in your midst, and of course in His guidance of the surgeon.

Time for me to have some light supper and get ready for bed and book. Hugs, Love and Prayers for all of you. Always, June.



As long as we are here, let's dance.

JaneS

I'm going to take this opportunity to wish you all a Good Night, too.  Tomorrow is a work day and I'm planning to hit the hay a bit early tonight.  I finished the salsa for Christmas gifts and did some hot stuff just for me, too.  I might make one more batch because this didn't make as much as I remembered.

Sometime tomorrow I'm going to baka a pumpkin pie just because I'm hungry for one and the next time we go to the Amish store I have my list ready to get the things I still need make fruit cake.   My mother used to say "If you don't have the fruit cake baked by the second week of November, you might as well forget it."  So I have to obey the rules!

I guess I better get off here and get ready for bed if I'm going to get there early.  I wish you all a peaceful night and a good tomorrow.  And may God bless us, every one.

SHIRLEY, I'll be thinking of Andy and all of you tomorrow and sayings special prayers every chance I get.  God be with you all and guide the surgeon's hands!

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JaneS

Well, I guess you all had a good night because no one was awake to post in here since I left.  Now I wish you a good morning and I hope it's followed by a good day.

This is especially wished for SHIRLEY....prayed for also.  We're with you SHIRLEY even if you don't see us!

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Amy

Good morning everyone..

Liquid sunshine here this morning with a temp of 30°. We have a busy day ,fist taking hubby to the foot clinic and then onto the city and stopping at the Dr's for his flu shot and pneumonia shot plus he needs to see a rheumatologist and ours retired. So the Dr. needs to set up a new one for him as he is having a flare up.


Jane, bet that salsa smelled nice..love salsa and chili sauce when it is being cooked. Have a great day at work, short lines and LOTS of smiles.

Shirley, prayers for Andy  and all of you today. Time will seem like running in deep water for you.  Just know that a higher power is in control today.

June, I love reading your posts. May you have a wonderful day today.


Better get a move on here.....Almost forgot......that chowder was really good, a keeper ,but I will leave out the bacon next time.

Enjoy your day everyone



I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.
Jimmy Dean
If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went. -Will Rogers

Amy

Jane, I was, but I had to stop to let one dog in, let one out and then let them both in after letting another one out. and washed hubby's back....but I was here.  :2funny:
I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.
Jimmy Dean
If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went. -Will Rogers

JaneS

AMY, sounds like my kind of dog morning.  I always wonder why they don't have to go at the same time.  They both eat at the same time.

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Lloyd Hammond

Good morning everyone. It is 42º and clear here in MO. calling for high of 72º.
AMY you should give Nancy lessons on the back rubbing she hardly stands still for a hug or Kiss any more. she is still good cook  and with some help from me we do ok on house cleaning. the liquid sun must have melted the snow for you.
have a great day. I took two hitches at it but got a good night sleep, slept in until about 7 A M.

Lloyd

Gloria

Good morning everyone, guess what-----------it is pouring again with a chance of thunder storms later. Enough already but still better than snow, although  I rather see snow. Another day of being stuck inside.  Weather gal is saying a tornado warning on Block Island off our shore and along the coastline. Boy on local news this morning all they are talking about is the Red Sox win of the world series. Of course I am happy the local team won but I never liked baseball.

GLORIA  de  I have been told around here, too, that DD has stopped making the lemon donuts because they had no calls for them anymore. To me they are the best and you most likely agree with me.

SHIRLEY  one thing I always loved about camping was no housework all day and cooking was much easier, everything tasted better outside. I always just washed the inside of the crock put and the lid and dried them, let both air for a few hours and then put it away. My first one did not have the removable crock and that was a horror to wash.  My prayers are going for Andy today. I pray everything goes perfect with God's help.

Have a good day.

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larryhanna

Hi Everyone. It is suppose to be sunny here all day and this afternoon will get up to around 71 degrees.  I have a quiet day planned.  I met with a friend here at the house early this morning.  Scott will be over later this morning to put up the curtains and spend some time with us.  Yesterday our Church Service was Children's Sunday from Kindergarten up thru 5th grade.  They did the readings, sang songs and basically conducted the service except our minister gave the sermon.  It was a delightful morning and the children were very impressive.  After Church we went to the Sunshine Grill and split a Club sandwich with a side of potato salad.  The sandwiches are so large that there is too much for one person to eat at one time.  We came home and rested for a couple of hours and then I watched some of the football games.  Scott had planned to come over but called about 5:30 to say he wasn't going to make it so we had an uneventful evening and will be here about 10:30 this morning.

Since Scott will be here shortly I am not going to write comments to each person this morning, especially if I have commented over in Norm's Bait & Tackle discussion.

Gloria, we are not seeing many leaves fall here yet either as it has been so warm. It seems that the rain comes in bunches.  I hadn't heard that the Red Sox won the World Series.  I didn't watch a minute of baseball all year long. 

Jane, I often buy the TV dinners but have never tried the Kahiki dinners.  I will look for them the next time I shop in that area and have made a note to check out their website. Your dogs get more attention by needing to go out at different time. 

Lloyd, you may be warmer there today than we will be here in the South. 

Callie, I hope the coyote wasn't looking for a small cat or dog for its meal.  Oklahoma doesn't like to lose to Texas in football.  I remember from living close to Norman where the University of Oklahoma is located. While I like to see the teams I support ahead having a close game does keep it interesting. 

Carol, being able to see the person we are talking to is nicer than just over the telephone as we can see the facial expressions. 

Amy,  glad you are still enjoying your dog.  I will put a link in the Recipe Index for the chowder recipe later today or tomorrow. 

deAngel, have you heard that Dunkin Donut is dropping the Donut part of their name.  I liked the lemon filled donuts the best. 

Shirley, I am praying for Andy as he has his surgery today and for you and the rest of his family.  I know it is a trying time for you all.  I was shocked to learn not too long ago about the law that prevented the pharmacist from advising that their is a generic unless the person asked about it first. 

June, you are probably happier by not watching much news and it seems most of it is bad.  Glad you have a nice library available to you where you live. 

Amy, your poor husband sure has a lot of medical issues and must suffer from a lot of pain.  He is fortunate to have you to be there for him and to get him the help he needs.   

Sandy

Congratulation
to the Red Sox!
World Series
Champions
  "It pays to keep an open mind, but not so open your brains fall out."

― Carl Sagan

CallieOK

Merry Monday, Everyfriend,

Sending prayers and good thoughts up I-35 to Shirley and family. 

Larry,  Competition is fierce in the conference that includes colleges from Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas and Iowa.  I wish Colorado and Nebraska were still in it.  Never have understood  how or why West Virginia got into the mix.

Amy,  I'm sure Hal would have had a comment or two on that game.  We had a lot of fun with our "bets".

My Wi-Fi connection has been off and on all morning.  Frustrating when I have several e-mails to answer and can't get them to Send.

Wishing Everyfriend Everywhere an Enjoyable Day.


Sandy

  "It pays to keep an open mind, but not so open your brains fall out."

― Carl Sagan

Mary Ann

Sandy, how cute!  How old is she now?

Mary Ann

Sandy

Fe was two in April,  so that makes
her about 2 and 1/2  now!!   

Great fun to be around and talk with!!!

Sandy
  "It pays to keep an open mind, but not so open your brains fall out."

― Carl Sagan

Mary Ann

Sandy, Fe is a bit more than a year older than James' twins and Geoff's son.  I wish I saw them more often, but by not driving, I don't get down to Holland often for the twins and I certainly don't get out to CA for Geoff's son, but Geoff and his family fly into GR so I get to see them once in a while. 

Mary Ann

June Drabek

#226
Sandy, Fe is a beautiful little child. It is obvious that she is well loved. Your daughter and her husband have done so well in parenting her.

Today's program is crazy hat day. I don't have a crazy hat, but I do have my ancient Associates cap from the Sister of St. Mary. It is and Anglican order, but diminished in
members out West. Still active in the south from what I understand

It is once again time to go for lunch, so I will see you later..
As long as we are here, let's dance.

Sandy

June

Fe is my Great Grand Daughter. 

Her Mother is my first Grand Daughter,  Madison. 
Kelly (my daughter) is Fe's Grand Mother and
Madison's Mother.

It all happened so very quickly ...  Time
sure flies while we are having fun!! 

Sandy
  "It pays to keep an open mind, but not so open your brains fall out."

― Carl Sagan

Amy

Sandy, what a cute little devil she is..beautiful impish smile on her.
I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.
Jimmy Dean
If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went. -Will Rogers

Shirley

He is out of surgery and all went well. His wife, their 2 children & spouses plus his sister (my daughter) all in the waiting room, the other son had to work but got texts every step of the way.  I've come to tell you before calling my siblings... and to thank all of you for the prayers and loving thoughts.  Afraid I broke down when they wheeled the gurney past the waiting room just after the doctor had come to tell of the progress & what is ahead.  His face looked peaceful, still asleep but this step is over.  There wasn't a dry eye in the group. We pulled ourselves together & continued with the plans for Thanksgiving & 7 birthdays (all one big party).... will be on Andy's birthday & all others are within a week of that date. 

I know HE listens when you all pray and I am very, very grateful.  He has a much longer recovery than I did because of the infection & damage it has done to his body up till now, antibiotics for months & my brain couldn't hold all the doctor talked about. 

Sandy, Fe really is such a beautiful little girl.  Is her hair getting darker.... ?  Long ago you posted a photo of yourself, doesn't she look a lot like you?  I have 6 great grands from 4 to 1 year old (oldest is 7) from 3 of my grands.... 4 more grands still not married.  They do multiply fast. 

Mary Ann

Shirley, I'm glad all went well and I hope things continue to go well.  Thoughts and prayers are with Andy, his family, you and your families.

Mary Ann

Amy

Shirley, that is GREAT news. Andy has the worst part over and he will have a rooting team with him along the way....there and in here. He can do it!! Now rest Shirley, put your feet up ,take a deep breath and relax..
I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.
Jimmy Dean
If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went. -Will Rogers

CallieOK

Shirley,  SO grateful to know the surgery went well.   Thanks for sharing so quickly.
Recovery may be lengthy but "slow and steady" wins the race.
:hugs: and :smitten: to you.

Lindancer

Shirley, I join all the others, in saying thanks, that our prays for you and family were answered

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Shirley

Thank you, Mary Ann, Amy, Callie & Gloria de.... My daughter just left, his wife called to say the breathing tube is out a couple hours before expected.... and I come in here to settle down.  You all are such a comfort when nerves are jangled.  This has been a shock we never expected and at the same time, I keep reminding myself how many of you have lost/given up/ how ever you say it, children and my heart aches for each one of you.  No matter what each of us faces in here, someone knows first hand exactly how we feel.  Thank you all for being here and especially for the on going prayers!  Guess I'd better get a bite to eat & crawl in bed, cats have been fed twice since I came home, right now they want out but weather guesser said, "rain tonight" before I left this morning, have not checked to see if they changed their minds.

JaneS

SHIRLEY, I am so happy for your.  I read your post while stopped at a traffic light and I could feel a weight lift so I know in a small way how you must have felt!  I breathed a small prayer of thanks to our Heavely Father and now as someone else said, you rest and recoup your strength.  Lots to do in the coming weeks.  God be with you all and especially Andy as he gains strength. 

Good night all!  Thank you God for today and for tomorrow, too!/color]

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Denver

Feeling relief that the surgery went well and you have come in to share this great news with us, SHIRLEY. CONTINUED thoughts and prayers for Andy and the entire family and a BIG HUG for you Shirley. 

🦋 Jenny
"Love many, trust few; learn to paddle your own canoe"

Amy

Good morning everyone...

No snow or rain this morning..

Yesterday went well, hubby got his flu shot and the Dr is looking into sending him to a new rheumatologist. In the mean time he has an appointment to have an ultra sound done on his hands and knees.


Today is VON day then we will take his script into the drugstore. They phoned yesterday to say he will have to wait a year to get the Shingrex  shot because he just has the shingles. May try to get a bit of sewing done after I do some cleaning in here.

Larry, that soup was really good. I think one could play with the recipe and add more and leave out what you don't like.  Yes, he is in a lot of pain at the moment and until they make an adjustment on his meds for RA will just have to endure. We he first got RA he could hardly walk..

Gloria, the rain has brought the lakes and swamps up a bit and I always like to see that before freeze up. Why is it we find something really good an they turn around and discontinue it?

Lloyd, maybe you need to wash her back first? :)

Better git as VON comes anytime!!

Enjoy your day everyone..

I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.
Jimmy Dean
If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went. -Will Rogers

Gloria

Good morning everyone, boy it is dark in the mornings now. I wake and think it is still the middle of the night, already dark about 5:30 in the afternoon. Of course we have not had much sunlight in almost a week and rain just about every day for a week or more. If it was snow we would have a few feet of it by now. In less than a week we have had a few tornadoes around, very unusual here. Not big ones but still some damage from  trees and wires down, mostly along the coast. This is the first year we ever had tornado warnings here.

LARRY  just not enough if us asked for the lemon donuts at DD so they no longer make them. I have had some from different  places but not as good as the DD ones were.

CALLIE  every time you mention the Oklahoma Texas games I think of Hal. I think we all still miss him.

SANDY  I cannot believe how fast your young beauty FE has grown. She is adorable even as a devil.

SHIRLEY  so glad to read your news about Andy. Prayers continue for a rapid recovery now. Hope you can stop worrying so much and get some needed sleep.

AMY  I am hoping I can get outside for awhile today.

Have a great day.

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JaneS

Good Morning Everyfriend!  I decided not to wait for Cathy this week and I'm off to the Amish Store this morning.  I need to get the rest of the ingredients for fruit cake and a few other items that I'm short of.  I've begun to collect the ingredients for Christmas candy but that won't be until the fruit cake is in the aging process. 

Enjoy your day!

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