I haven't been as vocal an opponent of meetings as some others around me. Most likely because I haven't had to attend as many of them. Still, I chuckled when I read this today (be sure to read this with tongue firmly embedded in cheek):
"If she had to explain with one word why the human race would never achieve its full potential, meeting would be that word."
B. O.
After church yesterday I made the observation that it certainly seemed like there was an unusual amount of body odor. Wondered if no one had had time to shower before our 1 p.m. meetings.
After some quiet reflection I decided that it was perhaps because my nose (yes, I am height challenged, a shortie amongst taller peoples) is at lots of folks' armpit level. (Not that I go around putting my nose in another's armpit, just sayin....)
After some quiet reflection I decided that it was perhaps because my nose (yes, I am height challenged, a shortie amongst taller peoples) is at lots of folks' armpit level. (Not that I go around putting my nose in another's armpit, just sayin....)
My World....
is back in living color now that The Husband has arrived. I was getting a bit weary of the black and white everything seemed to be with Him gone.
And on top of that, in the past week since He's been gone I have broken literally every single fingernail. (I hope nothing itches for awhile!)
And on top of that, in the past week since He's been gone I have broken literally every single fingernail. (I hope nothing itches for awhile!)
Symphony / Music
I've spent some time this week feeling a wee bit peevish with The Husband because his computers picked this week to die and He had to go to the Google Mother Ship for resurrection of said computers. I wanted Him here with me for a couple of specific things, one of which was our night at the symphony. I invited a friend to go in His place, but she had to back out at kind of the last minute. Thanks, Daughter, for being my (last minute) companion for the evening.
I was a bit apprehensive about driving all the way downtown at night. It's so easy to just be the passenger. The neighboring event center was having their Monster Truck Jam at the same time so I just knew parking was going to be an issue.
As it all turned out: there was virtually no traffic on the freeway, I had armed myself with the coordinates of the parking garage we generally use, and even though I was making only left turns, had no trouble getting there and there were lots and lots of spaces available. We walked to Abravanel Hall, headed in for our seats and it was almost scary how smoothly everything went.
The music of Frank Sinatra was featured tonight. Did you know that over his career Frank Sinatra recorded over 1500 songs? We only heard a fraction of them tonight (and I knew all the songs except one) but what a treat!
As I got engrossed in the program, I marveled yet again at the huge blessing of music in our lives. Heavenly Father was certainly merciful to us to provide such a medium of enrichment to our souls. If music has such a huge impact here on the earth, I wonder how much more glorious it will be in heaven.
I was a bit apprehensive about driving all the way downtown at night. It's so easy to just be the passenger. The neighboring event center was having their Monster Truck Jam at the same time so I just knew parking was going to be an issue.
As it all turned out: there was virtually no traffic on the freeway, I had armed myself with the coordinates of the parking garage we generally use, and even though I was making only left turns, had no trouble getting there and there were lots and lots of spaces available. We walked to Abravanel Hall, headed in for our seats and it was almost scary how smoothly everything went.
The music of Frank Sinatra was featured tonight. Did you know that over his career Frank Sinatra recorded over 1500 songs? We only heard a fraction of them tonight (and I knew all the songs except one) but what a treat!
As I got engrossed in the program, I marveled yet again at the huge blessing of music in our lives. Heavenly Father was certainly merciful to us to provide such a medium of enrichment to our souls. If music has such a huge impact here on the earth, I wonder how much more glorious it will be in heaven.
Free...
Meal for me today for Tamale Thursday at Cafe Rio! So yummy! (And somehow, it does taste a teensy bit better when it's a "free meal." But no "extra cheese" for me.)
And it does seem like I'm obsessed with food, doesn't it? But I'm not. Or am I? (Already thinking of tomorrow's meal out.)
Dropped a loaf of bread off at the neighbor's after his back surgery. People look so different from their Sunday faces when it's during the week and they haven't shaved or combed their hair for many a day.
The Husband's return is approaching (although I'm wishing it would approach faster!) and I think I've weathered the week well enough. It's been a strange one. It seems like every day has been fraught with unexpectedness. Haven't even really had a chance to pine for Him too much, seems like I've had much more interaction with other people than usual.
However, I didn't manage to get in any bowling, or a trip to the temple, very little reading and almost no sleep. Next time: I'm going with Him!
Oh, and by the way: last night I took a picture with my phone then managed to send it to someone's gmail account - all by myself!! Absolutely astonishing!!
And it does seem like I'm obsessed with food, doesn't it? But I'm not. Or am I? (Already thinking of tomorrow's meal out.)
Dropped a loaf of bread off at the neighbor's after his back surgery. People look so different from their Sunday faces when it's during the week and they haven't shaved or combed their hair for many a day.
The Husband's return is approaching (although I'm wishing it would approach faster!) and I think I've weathered the week well enough. It's been a strange one. It seems like every day has been fraught with unexpectedness. Haven't even really had a chance to pine for Him too much, seems like I've had much more interaction with other people than usual.
However, I didn't manage to get in any bowling, or a trip to the temple, very little reading and almost no sleep. Next time: I'm going with Him!
Oh, and by the way: last night I took a picture with my phone then managed to send it to someone's gmail account - all by myself!! Absolutely astonishing!!
Being Positive
Sometimes I feel like whining. (And sometimes I actually do whine! - even though I shouldn't and probably do it w-a-y more often than I think I do....)
So, today, I'm going to be positive.
My toes sure enjoyed their dip into the snow pile to retrieve the newspaper early Monday morning. Wasn't expecting that cold of a foot wash. Thanks, newspaper-delivery-person for that wake-up!
I loved the soup and sandwich I had at Zupa's yesterday. Even though my tastebuds were so ready for the Reuben sandwich I missed out on, on account of our local Gandolfo's being closed until further notice. Otherwise I wouldn't have ended up at Zupa's.
I'm so content with my bathroom scales. I much prefer the reading on my own over the ones at the doctor's office. Theirs always read a minimum of 5 pounds more than mine. (Yes, I get on them naked at home, fully clothed at the doctor's, before food at home, after food at the doctor's. Still...)
It was good for me to be able to be up and about so early this morning. Fortunately I didn't sleep well enough that I had any issues rising early.
So glad for people around that are tyrants. They make me re-assess (on a fairly regular basis) my own behavior, reminding me to be kind and Christian. I sincerely wouldn't want to be that kind of tyrant in my treatment of others. (Although I have - and continue - to do some serious repenting of my own behavior.)
Looking forward to the cold front / winter storm to come through the valley. The absence of wind when the storm passes will be delightful.
Happy for The Husband to be able to take a road trip. (And so grateful for a good road trip car!) I have been able to eat whenever, wherever the whim takes me. (Except for Gandolfo's.)
Ok, enough...I think I've managed to get that sarcasm out of my system for today. I hope so.
So, today, I'm going to be positive.
My toes sure enjoyed their dip into the snow pile to retrieve the newspaper early Monday morning. Wasn't expecting that cold of a foot wash. Thanks, newspaper-delivery-person for that wake-up!
I loved the soup and sandwich I had at Zupa's yesterday. Even though my tastebuds were so ready for the Reuben sandwich I missed out on, on account of our local Gandolfo's being closed until further notice. Otherwise I wouldn't have ended up at Zupa's.
I'm so content with my bathroom scales. I much prefer the reading on my own over the ones at the doctor's office. Theirs always read a minimum of 5 pounds more than mine. (Yes, I get on them naked at home, fully clothed at the doctor's, before food at home, after food at the doctor's. Still...)
It was good for me to be able to be up and about so early this morning. Fortunately I didn't sleep well enough that I had any issues rising early.
So glad for people around that are tyrants. They make me re-assess (on a fairly regular basis) my own behavior, reminding me to be kind and Christian. I sincerely wouldn't want to be that kind of tyrant in my treatment of others. (Although I have - and continue - to do some serious repenting of my own behavior.)
Looking forward to the cold front / winter storm to come through the valley. The absence of wind when the storm passes will be delightful.
Happy for The Husband to be able to take a road trip. (And so grateful for a good road trip car!) I have been able to eat whenever, wherever the whim takes me. (Except for Gandolfo's.)
Ok, enough...I think I've managed to get that sarcasm out of my system for today. I hope so.
Randomness
Lots of things swirling through my mind:
The Husband really did take all the air out of the house when he left for the week. I miss Him.
Journey 2 - with Dwayne The Rock Johnson was completely unbelieveable and over-the-top. Still, though, it was fun. And who knew that The Rock could sing?
It's hard for me to leave a mess behind in the theater. So sad to see that others do it on purpose. Feel sorry for those who have to clean up all the garbage. So pleased when I see others clean up after themselves. It's the right thing to do.
Managed to sit through the movie without the popcorn. Then The Daughter got her free refill and shared it with me. Feeling "popped" through my middle.
Anxious to get to the most recent ebook checked out from the library. Still love physical books. But love having lots of options.
Worried about my friend. Her 95 year old mother had a procedure today. My friend is still grieving over the loss of her husband 14 months ago. This could be another difficult blow to deal with.
And I'm thankful for cell phones. The ability to converse with The Husband on his trek to the office has been a huge relief for me. Even though the sound quality is a bit frustrating (the phone is paired with the car and I've long complained about the fuzziness and the volume) I'm more than happy to put up with that when I can hear his voice. Continued safe travels, My Love. I need you to find me again!
The Husband really did take all the air out of the house when he left for the week. I miss Him.
Journey 2 - with Dwayne The Rock Johnson was completely unbelieveable and over-the-top. Still, though, it was fun. And who knew that The Rock could sing?
It's hard for me to leave a mess behind in the theater. So sad to see that others do it on purpose. Feel sorry for those who have to clean up all the garbage. So pleased when I see others clean up after themselves. It's the right thing to do.
Managed to sit through the movie without the popcorn. Then The Daughter got her free refill and shared it with me. Feeling "popped" through my middle.
Anxious to get to the most recent ebook checked out from the library. Still love physical books. But love having lots of options.
Worried about my friend. Her 95 year old mother had a procedure today. My friend is still grieving over the loss of her husband 14 months ago. This could be another difficult blow to deal with.
And I'm thankful for cell phones. The ability to converse with The Husband on his trek to the office has been a huge relief for me. Even though the sound quality is a bit frustrating (the phone is paired with the car and I've long complained about the fuzziness and the volume) I'm more than happy to put up with that when I can hear his voice. Continued safe travels, My Love. I need you to find me again!
Trip, Go Or Stay?
So...I've been craving a get-a-way. Seems like every year at this time I wish for somewhere to go, something out of the ordinary, something really, really fun!!! (Last year it was our Christmas trip to NYC and Wicked, Phantom and Mary Poppins. It was really fun!) I mentioned it to The Husband, and he (as he is wont to do) simply told me to find somewhere, book the flights and let's go.
But, hating (yes I'm a hater when it comes to this) to spend his hard-earned cash, I postponed doing anything.
The Husband's work computers picked this week to die. Seriously. He's been putting off taking them in to the office for several reasons. But, no more. Can't be delayed any longer. And since he has 4 of them that need resurrecting, he'll be driving. A road trip! (I know he's secretly very excited about this, but doesn't say it out loud since he doesn't want me to think he's happy to be leaving me. And I know he's looking forward to the Google Cafes.)
I could go along to the office. I thought about it. Considered it from many angles. And even, in a way, longed for it.
But he'll be driving in to the office by himself. With a stop on the way (our daughter and her family live conveniently half-way to the office) to see some of the grandchilluns.
So instead of a get-a-way for me, it'll be an eat-a-way. I'll figure out how to eat out as much as I can; and still stay under 250 pounds. (that last part might be a challenge...) Let's see, I'm up to about 12 places. And he'll only be away for 7 days (one of which is a do-not-spend-money-day). Hmmm, this could be tricky.
But, hating (yes I'm a hater when it comes to this) to spend his hard-earned cash, I postponed doing anything.
The Husband's work computers picked this week to die. Seriously. He's been putting off taking them in to the office for several reasons. But, no more. Can't be delayed any longer. And since he has 4 of them that need resurrecting, he'll be driving. A road trip! (I know he's secretly very excited about this, but doesn't say it out loud since he doesn't want me to think he's happy to be leaving me. And I know he's looking forward to the Google Cafes.)
I could go along to the office. I thought about it. Considered it from many angles. And even, in a way, longed for it.
But he'll be driving in to the office by himself. With a stop on the way (our daughter and her family live conveniently half-way to the office) to see some of the grandchilluns.
So instead of a get-a-way for me, it'll be an eat-a-way. I'll figure out how to eat out as much as I can; and still stay under 250 pounds. (that last part might be a challenge...) Let's see, I'm up to about 12 places. And he'll only be away for 7 days (one of which is a do-not-spend-money-day). Hmmm, this could be tricky.
It's Happened Again!
I seem to have seen more than my share of accidents. And again today, while I didn't see the actual crunch (since it was behind me a couple cars) I heard the screech of brakes, the crash of the impact and turned my head around (as I turned the corner) just in time to see the truck bounce back from the collision with the car in front of it.
These occurences are quite scary for me. They make my heart pound, fill me with anxiety and concern, and cause me to seriously consider walking / biking everywhere.
I've tried to discern the reason for my (oft occurring) close proximity to these unnerving happenings. I have already tried to be a safe driver - using caution and being alert and aware. I make sure the car insurance is always in force and I even keep my windshield clean. This makes me hyper-conscious of the fragility of human life. And seems to force me to assess the state of my life - if my behavior is in accordance with what is right, if I've expressed enough love, if I've repented enough, if I've been grateful enough, if I'm right with The Lord.
I'm still a "work in progress" and I fail in many ways. I will persevere. But I'd sure like to not see any more accidents. They take a lot out of me.
These occurences are quite scary for me. They make my heart pound, fill me with anxiety and concern, and cause me to seriously consider walking / biking everywhere.
I've tried to discern the reason for my (oft occurring) close proximity to these unnerving happenings. I have already tried to be a safe driver - using caution and being alert and aware. I make sure the car insurance is always in force and I even keep my windshield clean. This makes me hyper-conscious of the fragility of human life. And seems to force me to assess the state of my life - if my behavior is in accordance with what is right, if I've expressed enough love, if I've repented enough, if I've been grateful enough, if I'm right with The Lord.
I'm still a "work in progress" and I fail in many ways. I will persevere. But I'd sure like to not see any more accidents. They take a lot out of me.
Valentine's Day
So....we haven't ever really celebrated this day. I, personally, am not big on compulsory, requisite, or expected displays of affection in any form. I think The Husband feels pretty much the same way. (And for the record, he treats me like a Goddess pretty much every day so there's little to improve on there. I am blessed by His presence in my life!)
Today, some friends of ours were available, so we headed out for lunch (figuring, correctly I'm sure, that dinner out tonight might be over-reaching the realms of possibility). After a leisurely lunch at a wonderful - though pricey (it was a treat/splurge) restaurant, we were heading home and stopped off at the bowling alley.
Now, none of us are superb bowlers, quite casual in our approach in fact. But I am here to say that 3:00 p.m. on a weekday is the perfect time to go bowling. We asked for (and were given) a lane off away from the other bowlers so we could embarrass ourselves only in front of each other. And...the one who was the least anxious to do this, came away with the best score. I'm so pleased that she "won." Her husband came in second, then me, and then My Love (for those interested in the final tally.) The Husband and I didn't even break 100 (although I came in at 96 - the worst score in many many moons - and SO not up to my Wii bowling prowess standards!)
But, the take-home lesson: 60 years of age is not too old to bowl. It is not too old to have fun. And an advantage of being this age is that when the whim strikes, even in the middle of the afternoon, we're not too old to seize the moment and thoroughly enjoy ourselves.
And now - the next time The Husband is out of town, I know just where to go in the afternoon for some fun! Wanna come?
Today, some friends of ours were available, so we headed out for lunch (figuring, correctly I'm sure, that dinner out tonight might be over-reaching the realms of possibility). After a leisurely lunch at a wonderful - though pricey (it was a treat/splurge) restaurant, we were heading home and stopped off at the bowling alley.
Now, none of us are superb bowlers, quite casual in our approach in fact. But I am here to say that 3:00 p.m. on a weekday is the perfect time to go bowling. We asked for (and were given) a lane off away from the other bowlers so we could embarrass ourselves only in front of each other. And...the one who was the least anxious to do this, came away with the best score. I'm so pleased that she "won." Her husband came in second, then me, and then My Love (for those interested in the final tally.) The Husband and I didn't even break 100 (although I came in at 96 - the worst score in many many moons - and SO not up to my Wii bowling prowess standards!)
But, the take-home lesson: 60 years of age is not too old to bowl. It is not too old to have fun. And an advantage of being this age is that when the whim strikes, even in the middle of the afternoon, we're not too old to seize the moment and thoroughly enjoy ourselves.
And now - the next time The Husband is out of town, I know just where to go in the afternoon for some fun! Wanna come?
February Means....
that spring is coming!
Did a quick walk-about the front yard the other day. Bulbs are coming up all over. Soon it will be flower time!
Did a quick walk-about the front yard the other day. Bulbs are coming up all over. Soon it will be flower time!
Today's...
Favorite tool: my funnel.
Best pastime: re-arranging some furniture in my sewing room. It almost feels new!
Best activity: taking The Granddaughter to spend her Christmas gift card. Hope she likes what she got. It's super-cute.
Most hidden item: the tv remote. Found it (after much searching - why don't these things have locator beacons on them?) underneath the recliner, after having to recline it.
Most welcome thing: the hugs from the grandchilluns and The Husband.
Favorite phrase: "I'm enough". So applicable in so many ways. (And it wasn't even me that said it!)
Feeling Fortunate
Because I went to a grocery where I don't generally shop - and found:
My Favorite Apple! They are hard to find, their season is short and they're quite expensive when I can find them. So, today I splurged (can it really be called a splurge when you're buying something as essential as an apple?) and bought some.
The Pacific Rose.
(Must be partly the name - I seem to like pretty much anything associated with the word "rose")
Apple heaven - is there such a thing? Going there when I cut the first one of these!
My Favorite Apple! They are hard to find, their season is short and they're quite expensive when I can find them. So, today I splurged (can it really be called a splurge when you're buying something as essential as an apple?) and bought some.
The Pacific Rose.
(Must be partly the name - I seem to like pretty much anything associated with the word "rose")
Apple heaven - is there such a thing? Going there when I cut the first one of these!
Friendship
A sweet friend sent this to me today:
"Friendship isn't about whom you have known the longest...it's about who came and never left your side."
What a lift this was to me today - not just the sentiment - but also the one who thought of me, and sent it on to cheer my heart.
"Friendship isn't about whom you have known the longest...it's about who came and never left your side."
What a lift this was to me today - not just the sentiment - but also the one who thought of me, and sent it on to cheer my heart.
Successful Saturday
Managed to see a movie: The Unitards. Fun teen movie (amateur take on Footloose) with local interest that had us laughing out loud. I splurged on a popcorn that The Husband helped me eat. I would so love it if they would make the portions more like the size you get from your microwave and charge like $2. I think they actually might make more money. They should ask me about this.
Managed to get some serious refining done on the hopes / plans for The Husband's office shelves. We'll see how it all plays out.
Managed to walk into a shoe outlet store and walk out without even trying any on. I stil say you can never have too many shoes.
Managed to use a couple of our Christmas gift cards: at the movie, and at Jamba Juice. Splurged there, also, on extra banana and a whey protein booster. Won't need dinner. (Yay, no cooking!)
Managed to remember that I wanted to note this quote I read in a book: "those who believe in us create an actual physical environment in which it becomes possible to succeed." I pretty much agree with this, but will further study it in my mind. At any rate, it makes a great sound-bite.
Managed to make it through the day with nary a whine. (At least that what I think I did...) Wow - that's what I really call success!
Managed to get some serious refining done on the hopes / plans for The Husband's office shelves. We'll see how it all plays out.
Managed to walk into a shoe outlet store and walk out without even trying any on. I stil say you can never have too many shoes.
Managed to use a couple of our Christmas gift cards: at the movie, and at Jamba Juice. Splurged there, also, on extra banana and a whey protein booster. Won't need dinner. (Yay, no cooking!)
Managed to remember that I wanted to note this quote I read in a book: "those who believe in us create an actual physical environment in which it becomes possible to succeed." I pretty much agree with this, but will further study it in my mind. At any rate, it makes a great sound-bite.
Managed to make it through the day with nary a whine. (At least that what I think I did...) Wow - that's what I really call success!
Hot Water
I'm in hot water again! And this time, it's a good thing. Our hot water is on circulation pump so that we have nearly instant hot water at any hot water outlet in the house. It's a huge luxury that I've never taken for granted. But....the other day the pump went out again. (These pumps are teeny things - roughly about $80 per square inch!)
We found a new pump online - that ended up being shipped from our bordering town. Took 3 days to get here - and no they don't have will-call or we would have just driven over, plunked down our several hundreds of dollars and had it installed days ago.
But, the pump arrived, The Husband (handy guy that he is) had it installed in only minutes and we are again in hot water. And I'm loving it.
We found a new pump online - that ended up being shipped from our bordering town. Took 3 days to get here - and no they don't have will-call or we would have just driven over, plunked down our several hundreds of dollars and had it installed days ago.
But, the pump arrived, The Husband (handy guy that he is) had it installed in only minutes and we are again in hot water. And I'm loving it.
Repentance
Still thinking about this. Still repenting. My emotions carry the rest of me along for the ride sometimes. And I let them do that more often than I should.
At this rate, I won't be allowed into Heaven until I'm about the age of Methusalah - roughly 900 + years. It will take me that long to repent of all that I've done that needs repenting of up to just this point in my life. And there's no telling how many more transgressions I'll commit that will need repentance.
Sigh....I think I underestimate the capacity and patience of our Heavenly Father. At least I'm hoping that's the case. I'll be needing a lot of His mercy.
At this rate, I won't be allowed into Heaven until I'm about the age of Methusalah - roughly 900 + years. It will take me that long to repent of all that I've done that needs repenting of up to just this point in my life. And there's no telling how many more transgressions I'll commit that will need repentance.
Sigh....I think I underestimate the capacity and patience of our Heavenly Father. At least I'm hoping that's the case. I'll be needing a lot of His mercy.
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