I think I am going to take the day off. Many things I had planned to do, but the body says, "No". so I will stay at home and just rest.
I hope you all have a beautiful day.

That is what the male loons want, 
the female loons  going "looney" over them ...
ha ha ha ha ha

I love nature !

June--Hopefully by staying home you will be able to get rested.

Sandy--Well, at this stage, I don't go "looney" about anyone.

Me neither,  Joan.... 

What a relief !!!!

A cousin lived on South Woman's Lake in Minnesota and I visited her a couple of times.  There were loons on the lake and it was comforting to sit on her porch and listen to the loons in the evening.

It's getting dark here so I think we're in store for some rain, maybe even a storm.

Mary Ann

Jackie. I just checked on the UK Weather report this morning. Can't believe that part of UK. Most all are having 91 Deg.  I can't remember ever having temps that high. I am picturing so many Homes, Autos and places that do not have Central A/C.  I laughed at my family when they had it installed in their house few years ago.  Don't think they used it often. Bet they have it going right now.  Can still buy auto over there without A/C.

Mary Ann--I wish it'd get dark and storm here.  The local news at noon said the "Space Coast" hadn't had rain in 21 days.  Central and Western FL are getting all the rain.

JeanneP--I sure remember growing up in central NY when nobody had a/c.  Weather patterns have changed and now almost everyone has a/c.

I'm home from work and I'm exhausted, I have a headache and my ankles hurt.   My feet are ok but my ankles feel like someones been banging on my head and squeezed me down in my ankles.  Maybe that's why my head aches.  I'm going to go take a nap and if I don't wake up until supper time, that's OK. 

I like the loons too.  I find it very soothing to listen to them in the evening. 

Jeanne P, we had three days of heat, the day before yesterday was our hottest with temps reaching 29 to 33 c....( 84 to 91 F) thankfully we are now back to normal, even took a down-slope walk in a fine drizzle of rain an hour or two ago,..... so refreshing, no jacket, far too warm for that......Jeanne because we dont often get such hot weather we dont have ceiling fans because it really isn't worth it, but oh how I wish we had, our hottest day was unbearable two days ago, had to keep all windows and doors open, blinds down to keep out the sun...... but not if our next door neighbour had had his way, he would have had us closing our windows....Even our poor dogs struggled to find any shade, they were panting like crazy....

Janie--Sorry you are so, so tired.  Hope you can get a good long nap and feel rested and without pain.

Vanilla-Jackie--I have ceiling fans in every room except the kitchen and the bathrooms.  With the weather they are almost a necessity along with the a/c.

Some years back we were in England in the summer and they had hot days as they are having now.  My BIL had just had new windows put in and the only ones that would open were upstairs and some small windows downstairs.  His back garden faced the West so no shade and no breeze in the house.  Holy smokes even this old Texas boy was looking for shade and air.

Janie, hope your nap refreshes.

Joanie, like you I have fans in every room except formal living room, kitchen and baths and they are all running most of the year.  And we have a box fan in the breakfast area that runs most of the time.

Funny thing, I remember back in the 50's when I was stationed in England talking to an old gentleman who told me that summers could get hot and how they sometimes had water shortages, so it is nothing new.

Amy, I am surprised that some of your area having water problems.  When I lived in Canada (for four years) never experienced any water shortage, of course I was in Ottawa, not in the country on a water well.

I did sleep and I woke up with a sore throat.  I think I'm sick!  I've taken something for a cold.  Summer colds are the pits!  I think I'll go back to sleep.

I have Ceiling Fans in Every Room also. I don't like A/C and use the fans all the time. At the moment though the a/C has to be on. 
Now I also remember back in the 60s not having a/c in the house.  We had it built in the 50s and never thought of putting it in. Don't think anyone did back then.  We did put a Sun room as we called it on the back. It was all windows that could be opened and if to hot at night that room was comfy to sleep in with a big fan. 
I think people could stand both the Heat and the Cold years ago. More than they can now.

Good afternoon everyone!


Same as yesterday here as I don't want to head out into wet rainy weather. First, it was staying home please when they washed the walls and public rooms of the five floors in this building. Then it became  stay in or stay out between 9 am until 7 pm while they laid carpet and moved every bit of furniture from the public rooms into the hallways blocking the laundry rooms on each floor. And through it all, the skies remain black and gray, and the rain continues to fall.

They have left, that painting and carpet laying crew, leaving behind their garbage, a larger plant tipped over in the hallway and hallway furniture shoved into inconvenient places. I do not think they will be invited back as the company and the tenants have not been pleased. They are off to others of the seven buildings and hopefully will be more scrutinized.

Farrah continues under the bed without treats and my books, and the computer is no longer helping. I never thought I would wish for fall as I am most definitely not a fan of cooler weather! However, September should be crisp even if cool and snow no longer expected after Halloween.

Not that I'm complaining....Oh no, not me!     

halkel--My fans run all year, too.

Janie--I am sorry you fill punky.  Rest and hopefully that cold will go on its way.

angelface--Doesn't sound like the contractors were very fastidious.  I sure wish you could send us some rain.   Guess Farrah is pouting.

I have been in and out of our S.S. but really had nothing of interest to say, so didn't say it. There was a phone call from my Gary, just checking up on me, and later an answer to my email about an appt. with the eye doctor, which we will put off till next month, as we both have other appts. to keep this month, on the days that he would have free.

Janie, I am concerned about your sore throat. Do take care, a sore throat can signal serious problems if not attended to properly.

One of my African violet transplanted leaves has had babies. two little green leaves popped out from the leaf stem and are doing very nicely.

Off I go to lay me down and read some more. I like being lazy for a change.

Good Friday morning, Everyfriend.   There's Cinnabons to accompany your coffee or tea. Make it a good day!!




Home School Lauren

Although we had educated our two oldest children in public schools, we decided to home school our youngest, Lauren. When Lauren asked when she would start school, I told her it would be at least another year. At that time Mommy would be her teacher.

With a worried look, Lauren cried out, "No, no, you can't do that! Who'll be my Mommy then?"


I've Learned What I Can Do!"
(Author Unknown)


Roger Crawford had everything he needed to play tennis - except two hands and a leg.

When Roger's parents saw their son for the first time, they saw a baby with a thumb-like projection extended directly out of his right forearm and a thumb and one finger stuck out of his left forearm. He had no palms. The baby's arms and legs were shortened, and he had only three toes on his shrunken right foot and a withered left leg, which would later be amputated.

The doctor said Roger suffered from ectrodactylism, a rare birth defect affecting only one out of 90,000 children born in the United States. The doctor said Roger would probably never walk or care for himself. Fortunately Roger's parents didn't believe the doctor.

"My parents always taught me that I was only as handicapped as I wanted to be," said Roger. "They never allowed me to feel sorry for myself or take advantage of people because of my handicap. Once I got into trouble because my school papers were continually late," explained Roger who had to hold his pencil with both "hands" to write slowly. "I asked Dad to write a note to my teachers, asking for a two-day extension on my assignments. Instead Dad made me start writing my papers two days early!"

Roger's father always encouraged him to get involved in sports, teaching Roger to catch and throw a volleyball, and play backyard football after school. At age 12, Roger managed to win a spot on the school football team.

Before every game, Roger would visualize his dream of scoring a touchdown. Then one day he got his chance. The ball landed in his arms and off he ran as fast as he could on his artificial leg toward the goal line, his coach and teammates cheering wildly. But at the ten-yard line, a guy from the other team caught up with Roger, grabbing his left ankle. Roger tried to pull his artificial leg free, but instead it ended up being pulled off.

"I was still standing up," recalls Roger. "I didn't know what else to do, so I started hopping towards the goal line. The referee ran over and threw his hands into the air. Touchdown! You know, even better than the six-points was the look on the face of the other kid who was holding my artificial leg."

Roger's love of sports grew and so did his self-confidence. But not every obstacle gave way to Roger's determination. Eating in the lunchroom with the other kids watching him fumble with his food proved very painful to Roger, as did his repeated failure in typing class. "I learned a very good lesson from typing class," said Roger. "You can't do everything - it's better to concentrate on what you can do."

One thing Roger could do was swing a tennis racket. Unfortunately, when he swung it hard, his weak grip usually launched it into space. Roger stumbled upon an odd-looking tennis racket in a sports shop and accidentally wedged his finger between its double-barred handle when he picked it up. The snug fit made it possible for Roger to swing, serve and volley like an able-bodied player. He practiced every day and was soon playing - and losing - matches.

But Roger persisted. He practiced and practiced and played and played. Surgery on the two fingers of his left hand enabled Roger to grip his special racket better, greatly improving his game. Although he had no role models to guide him, Roger became obsessed with tennis and in time he started to win.

Roger went on to play college tennis, finishing his tennis career with 22 wins and 11 losses. He later became the first physically handicapped tennis player to be certified as a teaching professional by the United States Professional Tennis Association. Roger now tours the country, speaking to groups about what it takes to be a winner, no matter who you are.

"The only difference between you and me is that you can see my handicap, but I can't see yours. We all have them. When people ask me how I've been able to overcome my physical handicaps, I tell them that I haven't overcome anything. I've simply learned what I can't do - such as play the piano or eat with chopsticks - but more importantly, I've learned what I can do. Then I do what I can with all my heart and soul."

Follow up Note from Chris: You know, while a nice "feel good" story, there's some deep lessons in here for us as Christians. We are each given gifts by the Lord: we excel in certain things, and not so well in others. The Lord gives us gifts that we might use them to further His Kingdom here - to bring others in and minister to those already in. As a Christian, we are to be constantly growing. But sometimes we get discouraged thinking things like: "I don't know how to be used by the Lord" and "What can I do for the Lord?" and "I don't have a pastoral gifting or a worship leader gifting - so what can I do?" And sometimes we get so hung up on these things that we neglect the things that the Lord HAS gifted us with. No, he doesn't gift us all to be a pastor, but he does gift in a LOT of other ways. There are certain things that I do well, and therefore I should do them with all my heart and soul, and not worry so much about the rest. And there are certain things that you do well (whether you think you do or not!) and you should do them with all your heart and soul and not worry about the rest. And ultimately, whatever we do, whether it is fixing a computer, painting someone's house, encouraging someone, administrating, or being a pastor or worship leader, it should ALL be done to give God the glory (one way or the other) because He is the one who has given us these gifts and we are to use them to serve God!  This is a vital realization.



"Because Christ became lonely, when we become lonely we are no longer lonely alone."

- Chris Kettler

Another sleepless night in Wichita..... not the cats fault, just frustration for being pushed into a corner by something I chose to do.  I've done everything I can to get the manufacturer of this RV to admit and take responsibility for their product, this is the last day before I turn all documents over to the "http://www.nhtsa.gov/Vehicle+Safety/Recalls+&+Defects". 

I don't expect to hear from the factory rep today, but in order to use this vehicle, it has to be fixed.  I must order from Ford the metal valve stems that should have been on the 3 tires that can't easily be seen, may have to buy another inside dual tire that hasn't been checked yet (valve stem slipped out of bracket to check), and pay the install price for this job. 

It is a safety problem, I've been lucky not to have a wreck when these tires went flat. At least the tire people said I drove the last one flat when they replaced it.  My son was with me, neither of us noticed any unusual vibration or motion when driving.  Scary to think about, my poor Guardian Angel has been working overtime!

Janie, beware, my sinus infection ended with that sore throat.  I did get the antibiotic then, even though I didn't have fever, my doc felt it was time.  But this cough started a week or so after and has gone on for weeks now.  I take my last pill today (second round) still coughing or trying to clear my throat... I rattle.  Take care.

Sorry to start the day off whining. I will do a head adjustment and come back with a smile. Hugs to all, sympathy to all (including Kansas) suffering with the heat

Patricia, wish you lived closer, I'd share the cat treats a neighbor brought yesterday.  A whole bag of food, treats and "dental treats".  My cats turned their noses up at the treats but did eat one of the cans of Fancy Feast.  She has a little rescue dog she walks every day (it has such a cute personality), explained she had to have her old cat put to sleep yesterday.  It had lost half it's normal weight, 16 years old and vet said it was beyond help.  We often visit when I am out as she makes her rounds, a delightful person.  My area is 2 streets between the river and a main "cross town" street, so we have our own little world.

Off to have a cup of coffee and some toast, then back to bed for another try at sleeping.  Can you believe it is another Friday and week end?

There you are, Joan!  Good readings (always), thanks.  I have mixed feelings about home schooling, not the parents teaching, but wonder if the kids get enough social life to let them adjust to the wide world of college and jobs. I'm glad I don't have those decisions to make any more. 

Good morning everyone.

We had a light rain last evening  with hopes of more to come today! At the moment it is hot and humid a good day for the a/c to be on. Ceiling fan is doing a good job but it doesn't take the humidity out like the a/c.
Just happy I can stay home and not have to travel in this heat!

Shirley, you have been the most patient person I know dealing with all the mishaps of that RV and it is about time they fixed or give you a new one!! Ask them how would they like their Mom striking off in a piece of junk like that??? You bought it on good faith now it is their turn to show good business ethics.

Jane hope your feeling better,maybe a trip to the Dr is in order to boot that out of your system.You don't want to be sick all summer long.

Joan, thank you for breakfast

Enjoy your day everyone.

Good morning, Shirley.  I hope by now you are getting some sleep.  You certainly have had more than your share of problems with that RV.  How about going to the local TV station with the story?

Amy--Good morning.  It's already HOT here and local weatherguesser just said temp will be 96°-97° today.  There will be rain in central and west FL, but none here on the east coast.

I hope Janie is feeling better today.

Thank you, Joanie.  I am feeling a tad better this morning.  I slept most of last evening and then went to bed and slept some more.  I've been taking a holistic remedy that I was given another time for a similar ailment and my throat isn't sore any more.  However, like Shirley, I have a cough, clear the throat type thing that's hanging on.  The last time at the dr. she said my lungs are clear and that it's probably an allergy.  She gave me something for the allergy and it cleared up a bit but when the pills were all gone, the cough came back. I still have a bit of a headache and a runny nose.  But I feel at least 50 percent better.

We had another cool night here (down in the low 60s with temps predicted into the 90s later today and also rain late afternoon and evening.

I hope you all have a wonderful easy day today.

Good morning, Janie.  I am very glad you're feeling somewhat better today.  Hopefully if you just take the day to rest you'll be rid of that "bug".

That's my plan for the day!

Good morning, Joan.  Thank you for the cinnabons this morning.   They taste so good along with my coffee.

Shirley,  I hope that you will get some good results after you file the papers with the Safety Administration.  You sure have had a long haul with the "lemon".

Jane and Shirley, do hope that you both are feeling a lot better this morning.  I had that cough several weeks ago, and I can tell you that it really wears you down.  Took me a while to get my strength back.  Just makes you feel so exhausted.

It is a pretty sunny morning outside my window.  Supposed to be very hot again for the next few week or so.  I feel bad for the people who have to work out in it.  I do prefer the hot weather to the cold, snowy winters, tho.  But, I don't have to be out in it if I don't want to.  It does cool down a little bit  to be able to sit out in the evenings. 

Hope everyone will have a good week end.

Joy

Good morning everyone, another evening spent outside last night. Have to take advantage of the few days when it was comfortable to sit out.

SANDY  thank you for the link. Now I know I never heard a loon. I will finish watching/ listening later. Right now have news on. Like to see what had happened overnight around here. I really don't think I could listen to that sound too long at once.

JOAN  thank goodness those loony days are over.

JANE  hope you are not getting a cold. You have been so busy with family and everything you do you might just need a few days to rest.

JOAN  a Cinnabon is just what I need for some “git up and go” this morning. I already have my AC on. For today and the week end we have a threat of bad thunderstorms. Already the sky is hazy so the humidity is high already. Cute Chuckles. Food for Thought is a wonderful story My grandson has a Tshirt that has Handicap is a State of Mind. My son and DIL never treated him different than their own son.

SHIRLEY  terrible that you have never got that RV company would not admit  your RV was a lemon.

AMY  I shut off my AC when I got up this morning but will be turning it on again soon before it starts getting how in here.

JANE  I had the AC on all night. I did enjoy a couple of nights without it and the window open with a fan in the window. That does not work with the humid weather though. Have a day of rest and hopefully you will feel better.

JOY  I still prefer winter over summer.

Hi everyone on another bright and sunny morning.  I see that 94 is our predicted high today with little or no chance of rain.  We did have a nice, if brief, rain shower early yesterday evening.

We did not have our Wisdom class yesterday as the minister was busy working with the young people in repairing the three homes that are being tackled this week.  The word did not get out but only a few of us were there.  I was able to get to Aldi's for some groceries and home much earlier than expected.  The main activity for today is a visit to my primary doctor late this morning.  I did get more test results and the only concerning thing is my platelet count is 64 points below what the low normal should be.  I will be interested in what the doctor thinks about this.  I will eat a big lunch at Shane's Bar-B-Q and bring home something for Pat supper.  I did this when I had the test done last week. 

Joan, we have a similar situation to you with ceiling fans and they are all most a necessity here in South Carolina (along with the A/C). 

JaneS, sorry you are getting sick.  I agree summer colds are the pits.  Glad you are feeling a bit better today without the soar throat.

Shirley, my best friends daughter has home schooled all four of her children.  They have home schooling associations for the arts and sports and have other things to provide the socialization for the children.  Have you checked with the Kansas Secretary of State's Office?  I know several states have a unit that deals with consumer issues.

Good Morning everyone.
JaneS
sory you are having sick Bug. take honey bourbon and lemon , mix equal parts and take liebbery will fix you up fine only after affects is will make you sleepy.  I was walking out to the water hydrant with the chicken water to fill it yesterday.
got dive boomed with a bumble bee in the head got stung three times before i got it smacked hard enough to leave.
just call me a sore head. have a great day and speedy recovery.

Lloyd

Janie--That's a good plan for you.

Good morning, Joy.  Like you, I prefer summer to the cold and snow.  I had enough of that all those years living in Central NY.  However, I must say this summer here in FL, the heat has been atrocious.

Gloria--Good morning.  Enjoy those evenings when it's cool enough to sit out.

Good morning, Larry.  I'll be interested to hear what your doctor has to say about your low platelet count.

Lloyd--Good morning.  Yikes about the bee.  Good thing you aren't allergic to them.  My husband was and when he got stung he swelled up like a monster, and I had to take him to the ER.

Good Morning Everyone from the warm and a
bit humid,  rocky coast of Maine.   

Good day to keep the AC on and windows closed!

All is well here.   Larry,  sorry to hear
about your platelet count.   I hope that
you find out what's up with that.

Have a good day,  Everyone!
Sandy

Good morning, Sandy.  I saw on the National Weather news that the hot weather is hitting the northeast.