Stayed home yesterday

I was having a hard time with muscles, aches, and pains so I called out sick yesterday and spent most of it in bed either sleeping or watching  TV.  At times it was so painful that I was crying.    Liz came over late in the day when she found out I had stayed home.  She did pick up my plaquenil and brought me some dinner.  She did a few more things and then we sat and chat about Mom’s taxes.

Apparently Mom had been doing her taxes all wrong for several years.  When she closed out the Ameritrade account they didn’t take out the taxes.  So Liz is telling me it would be surprising if anything much  comes to me (or Lawyer bob).  It really doesn’t matter to me.  Liz knows I have been managing the bills and money better than anyone expected.  

We then discussed having a living will in case something should happen to me.  I always figured it would be her that I leave the decision making too.  It is something that needs to also be discussed with Debra and of course Bob.

Liz left around 5:30 and I got ready for a shower and got back into bed.  I didn’t get online much if at all because it was still hurting a little.  I did watch TV for a while too.  

I did call Dr. Gordon who called back later and we discussed results of the blood work and she said it was a flare up.  She did prescribe the muscle relaxant that I picked up today.   After we got off the phone I got ready to sleep.  The kittens stayed with me for a while which was great.

Today I went to work.  I was feeling better but not 100% I took the Tylenol and later on picked up the muscle relaxant and took it (without food).   Later on I got sick but not badly.  The stomach upset wasn’t fun but neither were the knees.  I got a lot done but still have a pile to finish.  I am not sure if I will be getting to any letters tomorrow because I didn’t today.  

I was very anxious to get home  Liz was coming over to fix the laundry door and she did a great job that it works.  She had invited me for dinner but I had to turn it down.  I wasn’t totally feeling great.

After she finished I took a shower and had dinner and watched TV, and got some laundry done.  At one point sky managed to get into the cellar I panicked but he was fine and  caught up with him at the bottom of the stairs.  i carried him upstairs.

Now I am just waiting for DEbra to call.  It is our phone session that we were supposed to have last night but one of her kids got sick.  I hope I can stay awake long enough to have the session.

Tomorrow is the last day of the week and I will be on vacation as of then.  Whoo hoo.

I feel a little bit better

I am feeling a little better with the help of the Tylenol but my back is hurting a little bit when I have to bend down.  I decided to call Debra and reschedule from OV to Phone session and she will call me later tonight.  I am hoping it won’t be during NCIS.  Although even if it is there is always the internet after midnight.

I was pleasantly surprised to find both babies on the bed until they decided they wanted to wrestle on the bed.  I think Tiger yelped and got thrown off the bed but she came back and then they took off again.  I knew from past experiences even if it is in play not to get in the middle of it.  One could very easily turn on me.  I would later find out that one of them chewed the cell phone charger adapter.

I talked to LIz today.  She was making plans to have someone do Mom’s taxes.  We discussed the fact they opened the closet door (and we may have to fix that one) and the laundry door.  She said she would try and come over and take a look at it.  I had promised to get the ice cleared out as much as possible.  I put some on when I got home tonight.  We also discussed plans for lunch during my vacation next week.

When I came home I spent more time with the kittens to rub against me and since then I have been laying down because the back is hurting and everytime I get up to get the kittens out of the closet.  I gave up.  I left the door slightly up since they have been doing it themselves.  

Six Months Ago Today

Six Months ago today we sent Mom home on her final Journey where she is with my Father Bob, Brother Bob, both my grandmothers, grandfathers and her siblings and in-laws that waited for her.  Jim had told me during the whole illness, death, and post funeral activities that it never fails that six months to the day something usually happens (emotionally).  I have to say it hasn’t hit me yet but it may have earlier this week.  I am glad I have the kittens to help me if necessary.

I got my blood work done this morning and that took some time.  The lab tech was a little late but there were only five or six of us that needed something done.  I hope it indicates whether or not what I am having is a flare up of some sort.    Last night I was in a lot of pain I couldn’t use my hands that well, I couldn’t open the laundry door (I am hoping later will be different)  I was crying out and I think I made the cats uneasy.  I have to admit right now after having Tylenol this morning I am better but not 100%.  

Work went well.  I managed to get almost everything done (including the latest collection letters, and re-address mail) I even had some time to work on sorting the NEMG stuff.  Bob approved my vacation for next week so here is hoping that I have nothing on my desk when i leave on Friday.

When I came home the kitties were upstairs and came when I called them.  The first I saw was Tiger just looking down at me from the top of the stairs between the slats of the railing.  Soon followed Sky.

Since I wasn’t feel I decided to take a nap I was dozing to “Independence Day” and half way through it I woke up and there I found Sky on the bed.  Eventually snuggled up and decided he wanted to rest on my chest in various positions. I am going to check the litter boxes and then hit the sack again.

babble

I have been up since 6 because the cats were exuberant and wanted their breakfast.   I tried to get more sleep on the couch until one of them knocked the coat rack over (you would think i would move it) and knocked over the lamp (again) not sure the light is going to work tonight. We will see.

Since then we have had our breakfast and have been watching TV.   Sky really loves to walk over my laptop.   I did manage to get the acknowledgement document Phil has to sign in the mail.  The cats are running around again.  I have a few things still to do before the afternoon activities and weather event.  

Today is John’s Birthday.  I posted a Birthday wish on facebook after I saw Diane’s posting which included pictures I haven’t seen either in a long time or ever.  I think its a good time to call and talk with him.

School news includes finally sending the email via mail to Linden Hall school Alumni this week.  I tried to send via email several times and it wouldn’t work.  I saw recently some news that the school will have a new Headmaster.  I would imagine in the next Alumni Bulletin or quarterly reports it will be there.  I just looked on facebook and it was also posted on the Linden Hall facebook page too.  It was funny the girls all were excited.  I wonder what the former Headmaster was like?  I know when I was there the Headmaster E had his detractors and his fans both on staff and the students.

I have a confession to make.  I have actually known this and probably have written about it many times but when things don’t go the way I want or need them to I get frustrated.  Example: I emptied the bag on the kirby (which I think has outlived its usefulness) it was hard getting it on but after several frustrating minutes it got on but all I could think of it was a piece of shit and that nothing in the house works right and I would like it to.  Everything seems to not go easily but when I do get it done its like “oh there we go”.

I did manage to start some laundry.  Considering I need to have something fairly decent for the theater tonight.  In the mean time Its noon and I have to be at the nursing home by 1:30.

Thanks for stopping by.

Its the weekend

Well maybe not until I leave here but its the start  I am looking forward to it as I actually got a ticket for this play that my friend Nancy is directing.  Packy is going to be in it (packy is one of my charges).  It is going to be tomorrow night (weather permitting I guess).  Tonight I am having pizza with Roberta and Mike.

The woman’s club has the Valentines Delivery on Saturday afternoon.  It was supposed to be for Valentines but Dr. T didn’t feel comfortable exposing anyone to the flu if they don’t have to .  Pretty much everyone there was over it and the shut-down was lifted but the rec E-Dir was out sick.  

I found out that Expect Discount is closing their remaining stores in CT.  On some levels I am not surprised.  The times I went in there (at least in Milford) I I didn’t like it.  It was scummy, and the clientele wasn’t the greatest.  As I told one of my co-workers today I may be a Grocery store Snob.

Tomorrow the snow is coming in the afternoon so I need to go shopping in the morning.  It won’t be alot but I have to get fresh stuff.  

In the mean time I have to get back to work.

Wasn't Feeling Great yesterday

I was having a hard time with arms, legs, and some weird headaches (from the side of the head) yesterday.  I did get some Tylenol and it finally worked but I had to take some Naproxen last night because then my back was hurting.  I ended up going straight home after work.

Work has been a mixed blessings.  The volume of the mail has been rather low (because of some issues with the PO) and so I have been helping out with other stuff.  As a result I have had lulls in activity.

I called the insurance agent I deal with to let him know I paid the house insurance in full and he agreed it was probably better to do it that when then the fees when you do it the installment method.  We discussed about re-evaluating the policy for less expensive but it can’t be done until the probate is finished (which according to Lawyer Bob will be in the next couple of months) and the insurance goes into my name.

I checked in with Liz yesterday she was working on some last minute probate stuff before it finishes up.  She knows I am not feeling well or at least I wasn’t.  We talked more about the probate stuff and she feels among other things that the deed actually should be in my name and I should be holding on to it instead of Lawyer Bob.  We talked about the news of young Nelson #3 swallowing a coin.  He apparently did it at home on Sunday.  As of the latest posting on facebook he has passed it out of his system.

I heard from Jim last night about the email.  He thought it was to the point his only concern was would I be isolating myself like he does? He also doesn’t want me to join the republican party.  

I actually printed out the letters of resignation (with the very aggravating computer in the bedroom)  and will mail it out tonight when I get home.  I printed out the document for Chairman Phil to sign as well.

I was surprised to find the oil bill in the mailbox last night must have been delivered earlier.   I am going to have to pay it first come Friday.    Right after I get paid.  Its going to be tight.

The kittens were waiting for me on the chair last night (again).  I sat down with them and actually got on the floor with tiger and she was getting rubbed on the back and such.  The rest of the night they did their own thing.  At one point Sky got into the bedroom with me and was exploring He actually did it a couple of times.  He came when I called though.  

I decided to go to bed early and while I did that the kitties played and maybe once sky came up and cuddled.  

This morning I think they may have slept elsewhere because they were not anywhere near the bed (at least I couldn’t tell)  They did follow me downstairs when I went to get coffee and clean out the box.  They really like to fling it.

While getting dressed today Sky and Tiger walked across the lap top a few times.  It really makes some interesting writing when that happens.  Sky discovered my dresser draw and I had a little difficulty getting him to come out.

I also took the time to vacuum the downstairs bathroom of all the kitty litter everywhere.  I was planning on doing it when I got home from the woman’s club meeting but I had decided after meeting with Debra that I would just go home and go to bed.

My session with Debra went by quickly we touched on the meeting with Liz.  She gave me her views on the relationship and  we talked about work, and home.  Once the session was over I headed to the car.  

ON the way to the car I made a couple of phone calls to Telka, and Roberta to let them know I decided not to come to the meeting.  Telka and I played telephone tag.  She wanted to know if we still are going to do the Valentines delivery.  When I got home I called Natalie-I had to leave a message.  Telka called me back and I told her what the status was.  I had an opportunity to catch up with Roberta as well.

Since i have been home watched TV, did some laundry, and some odds and ends.  The kitties have been really rambunctious and it was irritating.  They finally knocked off the coat rack and it knock over the lamp.  I yelled at them.  I am okay with that.  I just basically told them they were naughty.  Once I straightened up everything(and replace light bulb) I went to them and pet them.  Tiger was avoiding me at first but is coming around.  I am afraid they will keep avoiding me and that will hurt.  

Well I just took a look outside and it is starting to snow.  It shouldn’t be too bad tomorrow.

I did it.

Yesterday afternoon when I got home from Liz’s I checked my emails and found an email from Chairman Phil of the DTC 4th District.  He wanted to know how I felt about rotating the meeting to various houses and that’s when I made the leap.   As most of you may remember  I have been going back and forth on the decision to step back from the DTC (Democratic Town Committee).  I wrote back letting him know that i have decided that its basically time for me to step back from the DTC.  I told him I felt I wasn't doing my job as a good Secretary or standing member and that the committee needs people to be able to do that.  I thanked him for the support he has shown me over the years and most recently during Mom’s illness and passing.  I haven’t had a reply from him=yet.  The next step is to fill out the papers and send them to Chairman Rich (yes that’s his sur name) and the rest of the staff.  I sent a copy of the email to Liz but called her and read it to her and she thought it was good.  I wanted to share it with Jim but I am wondering if he will try and talk me out of doing it.  He may or may not it all depends on what he feels.

There is another storm on the way.  It isn't supposed to be that bad but I am not sure I want to be on the roads tomorrow.  It is supposed to start sometime after midnight.  I will have to see what its like in the morning.  I hope the house won’t be too cold again.  I had to turn the thermostat to 73 last night.  I hope its not the oil or furnace running out.  I just got through telling both L &J that I have enough oil as it was delivered at least in the last two weeks.

I just realized that today is a Federal holiday which means no mail.  That would explain the low volume today.  I was all done with everything and looking for stuff to do.  Around 20 of 4 my Guardian Angel handed me some letters to stamp.  It didn't take long but I was ready to go and meet Ann and head to Dr. Lu’s.

Before getting to Dr. Lu’s I stopped at the eyeglass store to get my glasses tightened.   It didn't take long and I was on time for the appointment.  

My appointment wasn't long but it had mixed results  I have to admit its a little scary when he says that my Lupus flare ups could bring on another blood clot but he won’t put me back on blood thinner.  He still wants me to take the low dose aspirin.

When I got home the kids were sitting on the chair waiting for me.  For the next several hours I cooked dinner, watched TV, and they tried to eat my dinner.  I  am heading to bed early as I am tired and cold.

Last night's Storm not a big deal

The storm that we had last night was not all that bad.  We got about an inch of snow but the hard part was the wind and the frigid temperatures that we had today.  When I left for bingo the roads were not bad at all.  The sun even came out and has been out all day. The storm may not have been a big deal around here but up north may be a different story.

The only thing is I wish I hadn’t left my lights on in the car.  IT killed the battery for a short time.  After trying to find someone with jumper cables (Recreation Bob tried to help) I had to make a call to the garage.  HOwever, after letting it sit for a bit it started up.  So I called everyone back and told them it was fine and I headed to Liz’s.

Before I write about being at Liz’s I wanted to tell you how it was for bingo.  I was greeted by Recreation Bob and we hugged and I told him I was glad to see him back.  There was something about him that was much different than the other times I worked with him  either way it was great to see him. As I had hoped I saw Chef Philippe and he explained what had taken place and I understood.   He does have another job as well as this one.  Bingo went well and I don’t think we had more than 10 Residents.

After the battery incident I called Liz to see if I could stop by.  They still had Nelson 3 and they were playing.  They showed me some homemade slime they made out of flour, glue and stuff.   They played “hide the peanuts” and I read him a story.  It was great.  It nearly 1 when I left for home.

The kittens were relaxing when I got home so I managed to vacuum the bathroom downstairs.  It needed again.  The rest of the afternoon I took my time getting the upstairs bathroom washed and upstairs vacuumed. I had a late lunch/early supper.  The kittens were sleeping on the chair with their backs to me.  I also did so

Heading to Bed

I am calling it an early night.  The woman;s club meeting was cancelled due to the snow and so its been a fairly quiet night.  Telka is requesting we reschedule the Valentines Delivery to the following Saturday to be certain there is no contagions at the NH.  I had told her Natalie was home sick with something.  

The kittens were playing for a little bit tonight but they have been sort of avoiding me.  I think its because I either stepped on them or wouldn't let them get into things I don’t want them into.  Right now they are sleeping under the bed.  I don’t think they liked it when I wouldn't let them in the cellar again or in the closet up in the bed room.

My own wrists are hurting so I took one of the naproxens so that I could sleep.  The wrist is feeling better a little.  I know its because I had the potato chips with dinner (I had the salad I didn't eat the other day).

I paid the house insurance bill tonight.  I still need to talk to the insurance agent and see if I can renegotiate a better price.  The one I paid just now is in full and will last a year.  Here is to trying.

Okay I really need to get going.

What a difference a day makes

I was feeling like crap for most of yesterday so I left at 3 pm and headed home.  My arms and legs hurt and I had a couple of those BPV moments and just wanted to go home but didn't until then.

I  stopped for dinner from Adams and picked up ribs, sausage and peppers and a salad.  I also got a couple of containers of frosting.  I was having one of those “eat frosting” moments.  I brought it home dropped everything and started eating.  While the cats watched me..  They wanted some of it (they being Sky).  I watched TV for a while the cats did their thing.

I did do a load of laundry and got the garbage out.  I couldn't move one of the containers as it is firmly entrenched in the snow.  I just took what ever was in it and put it out front.  There wasn't that much in the basket under the sink so I didn't empty it.

After awhile I did a load of laundry and took some muscle relaxant and went to bed. I watched TV (Independence Day was on).   I did get up to move the laundry into the dryer and pick up my bags off the floor.

It was sky’s turn to cuddle last night and boy did he ever.  Literally across my throat..  I have a feeling many would not like that and probably would say not to allow it and eventually he moved. to the end of the bed.  I think tiger also slept on the bed but not sure.

As usual I could hear them play and be the feline alarm clock. this morning.  I stayed a little extra but managed to get up and do a few things.  I got some coffee and watched Independence Day (again).  Then I got ready for work while the kittens played.

Oh and Sky has discovered the cellar.  Now I understand “herding cats”...It wasn't too bad.  He got upstairs and almost did a 180 and I grabbed him and brought him upstairs.  I hope he forgets about it now (the cellar)

Liz called me yesterday to talk to me about the headstone.  She was placing the order or paying for it not sure which but she wanted to know if we should put all the things Mom’s been involved with (some of Jim’s suggestions included “trade Unionist”  In the corner and I just went “keep it simple”.  Loving wife, mother, Grandmother etc.  I told her I had heard from our nephew about his address and his response. She said don’t bother.

What was the response you ask?  Well Jamie said he would get it but I could look it up online..  Well I don’t know about you but when I was at a private school (or even college) there was more than just the school address it had to a box number or something”.  I know its just being a teenager but really didn't appreciate it.

The flu quarantine has been lifted at Mediplex and groups will now be allowed again.  I sent an email to club to let them know we can do the Valentines delivery on Saturday.  If we weren't able to we would have had to reschedule.  I also found out Recreation Bob has returned!  I am very pleased to hear that.  My hope is Chef Philippe has also returned.  I guess I will find out Sunday.

Well that’s the news from this end of the world.  How is your day going?

We got the "wintery mix"

Well we got something like icy conditions which took me  some time to get it done.  I did it enough so that I could drive.  By the time I got to the garage it was completely cleared out.  The snow was coming down harder as the day progressed.  It stopped when I got home last night.

I started to wake up around 3 after I heard sky meow.  Although once he did that he slept with me for a while right under my neck.  Tiger slept on the bed for a short time.  Its funny you would think I could recognize the cats in the dark.  Not a chance.  I have noticed Tiger is softer than Sky.

Sky has been soaring to new heights in the last couple of days.  He has been in the hallway closet that goes into the spare room that I have closed off.  I tried to shut it with newspaper but it didn’t work.  He climbed to the third shelf of the book shelf in the office.  I can’t tell if he has been there today or not as nothing is on the floor.  He almost climbed in the washing machine the other day.  I may have to resort to the spray bottles a little more with these new discoveries.  Jim warned me earlier this week that this is a phase and they will find something else to knock over.  In other words he has experienced it with Princess Pocono.  I actually just moved the old hamper against the closet door so he won’t get into it.

I had a some alone time with my tiger last night.  She let me pet her and she sat on my legs and at one point playing with my toes.  The only thing that came to mind is the old Warner Brother’s cartoon that has the bull dog looking out for the little kitten that came into their lives and she kneads his back and settles in and goes to sleep.  

I saw Dr. Gordon Yesterday.  She is very nice.  We basically went over old stuff and she examined me and did notice I was still moving gingerly.  She recommended the heating pad and I did for a while it was fine.  I see her in July while I see Anita in April.  I have to get the blood work done but I was supposed to have it done today but I have been drinking coffee.

 I got an invitation to Olivia’s second birthday party.  Liz sent it via text and then I got a message from Lisa and responded.  I just have to find out the date.  I think its in March.

Well that’s the news for now...we are expecting more snow in the next few days and at the beginning of next week.

 

Its the weekend again

Yesterday was the national Wear Red Day Woman’s Heart Disease.  I did along with several of my co-workers.  I had Vanessa take pictures of me and as soon as I get them on the hard drive I will post them.  

Work was very good.  I was all caught up just until I got a whole bunch of mail from the clinics and now I am back to where I was a couple of days ago.  I won’t take that long to get it done at least I don’t think it will at least until the next bunch come through.

After work i went to the pet supply store again.  I noticed there was some kittie litter on sale so I went and got it.  I also was able to get a second bag of kibble.  I was hoping there was a 5 lbs bag but they didn’t have it.  That bothered me but at least I have 40 lbs of litter.

Unfortunately I wasn’t feeling well again.  I was so cold and my arms and legs were hurting again.  I went to bed fairly early.  I had dinner and laid on the couch (but had a hard time getting out of) and eventually After a few hours I was feeling better but it took Tylenol and plaquenil and some sleep.

We got great  news yesterday Adam and Olga welcomed Alexandria Celine into the world yesterday morning.  She was 7.7 lbs and has a shock of hair.  AGain I will share it on my timeline.  Everyone is great.  Olga looked a little tired.  Young James is now a big brother.

The weather is going to be messy.  Not as much snow as originally predicted now its going to be icy.  I am not going out this weekend unless its absolutely necessary.  I have enough stuff to have meals but I may have to get gas for the car.

There is still a shut down at the nursing home due to the flu session.  So I can sleep in tomorrow and go see Liz.  That’s if the weather is not bad.

The vacuuming isn’t going to get done if I am sitting here so I am going back to it.  Have a great one.

Two Birthday's and a Wedding Anniversary

Today is Mom’s 88th birthday and Bob’s 67th Birthday respectfully.  It is also Bob’s Wedding Anniversary to Ethel.  I think they have been married close to 40 years now.  Ethel made a post on Facebook and I commented on it.  Liz liked the original post.  My gifts to Mom over the last few years have been a live birthday card (me singing horribly).  For Bob it was either a gift card or some belated Christmas gift turned into a birthday gift.

Last year this time we had snow storm (not unlike what’s been happening this week) and we found out that Mom’s cancer had progressed a little more (or a lot more).  Two years ago.  Was Mom’s Birthday and a Mass being said for Bob.  That year I had given Mom a gift and she loved it.  The only thing is I can’t remember what I gave her.  

I called Liz at Lunch time but she was out.  This is part of the respecting/honoring boundaries and not call first thing in the morning.  She was out running errands and going to the acupuncture session.  I spent a few minutes on the phone with Nelson.  His knee is giving him trouble again after his fall during the weekend in the snow.  I had to ask him some plumbing questions (NOT THOSE KIND!!!!)

Last night while clearing the kitchen I discovered the hose in the sink was leaking and it happens anytime I turn the water on.  I asked Nelson what should I do about it and he said it might need replacing and that they would look into it.  

Oh My God...I was doing fine until Diane changed her Facebook profile picture to this.  (I hope it worked) I shared it on my timeline with a message.

I was very pleased to know that I was caught up with everything by the time I left for home.  The feeling of accomplishment is great until the next time when I get a ton of it.  HOpefully it will be under control.

I stopped at the bank after work to deposit the insurance check.  It will come in handy for upcoming bills.   This money will go to the insurance bill for the house.  The way I see it I can pay it off all at once and not have to worry about it until next year.

I talked with Liz on the way home tonight.  We talked about Rich’s current health situation.  Like I wrote last night he still has Pneumonia but as of right now nothing is working.  The only other thing that could work is different antibiotics.  There is mixed feelings about this.

We talked about moving the garbage cans from out back to the front so that I don’t have to walk so far in the snow (there is a lot and as you know I fell last night) and maybe protective during storms.  We also talked about the sink hose.  We talked about few other things and then had to go she was finishing cleaning her room and I wanted to get inside for dinner.

Tomorrow is Wear Red day for woman’s heart.  AlitaF reminded everyone about it so we are going to do it.  So I just got my clothes out and ready for it.

For the rest of tonight though I am going to work on bills and get some laundry done.  RIght now I am cold and can’t seem to warm up.

Did Nothing Monday

Monday was the storm that came in after midnight.  It dumped a significant amount on the ground and started up again after 2 pm. adding more to what was there.  By then it was iced up.  Don was out there twice clearing it up..  I am going to have to do the porch more than I did this morning.  I will have to do the back stairs too.

While the neighbors did their sidewalks and mine I stayed inside as my arthritis was acting up.  It hurt a lot for me.  So I took a nap or made lunch and dinner.  I spent time watching NCIS and a few other things while the kittens slept on my legs.

I called Liz a couple of times and they were okay.  They did their own shoveling and Nelson fell.  Liz says he is alright but it was a scary moment.  I suspect she had some envy when I told her my neighbors were doing my sidewalks.  She mentioned it twice to me.  

Work has been busy I am making progress on the Doctor mail.   There was no mail downstairs according to ML so if that keeps happening for now I can really catch up and then work on the mail distribution and perhaps start to work on Scanning as SR has been hoping for (but hasn't mentioned since we discussed it late last fall).

Liz and I met with Debra Tuesday   I found out she doesn't want me calling every day or several times a day so we are setting up boundaries.  She doesn't want to be Mom but she had some concerns.  This is a goal that Debra and I will be working on.

So for those of you who read this I have a question for you.  How many times a day, week, month do you see, speak, on the phone with your family members?

When I got home last night I did some vacuuming and cleaned out the litter boxes.  I only vacuumed downstairs but I still have more to do.  I definitely have to do my room after I broke a vase trying to straighten the dresser top after a certain Sky tried jumping up.  I cleaned it up as much as I could but I found more broken glass.  I am so afraid they will get cut..

I am making an effort to stay downstairs for long periods of time with the kittens.  (who are now almost 7 months old) while they are playing downstairs.  Sometimes they will play or sit by me and let me pet them (Tiger especially).  They also run upstairs and play there too.  They have discovered open cabinets.  I just shoo them out.

My knee was really hurting tonight.  I finally took more Tylenol and as long as i don’t use it I should be fine.  

In the mean time I am going to bed.

Just waiting for the storm

I am sitting here in the living room and the kittens are literally wrestling each other and I am not sure if I should stop it or not.  I heard one little noise from one of them but they are not hissing yet.  They were sleeping until 6. I had a feeling they would be getting up soon its usually the MO.  

Anyway,  I saw the news and they are predicting the snow will arrive in CT around midnight.   They are saying that Fairfield county will get 6-8 inches while the eastern part will get 3-6.  I’m not sure what my friends in the North will get.   

i was considering putting out the rock salt before it started to snow but the weatherman says if the temperatures is down to 0 it will not do anything.  He did say the next 48 hours will be a challenge and quite messy.  As I told this lovely Nebraska blogger I am hoping for a snow day myself.  I then can do the vacuuming and floor washing that I put off today.

Before I left here this morning I called Jim.  We were catching up on our cat stories, our family and he really is encouraging me to keep in contact with our family.  Especially this bit of news:  Liz saw Ethel at a wake of a mutual friend and she found out Ethel is dating a man from DEnver.  I very surprised as she didn’t tell me when I stopped by there Thursday.  Ethel I guess wasn’t sure how I would react. Hello???  When I told Jim he already knew.  I guess she was hinting at it at the Wedding.

It was noon time when I got to Liz’s  I had called her to check if it was a good time she called back and invited me over.  She was shredding old papers and organizing her desk.  SHe had stuff for me that was in Mom’s stuff.  It was pictures and stuff.  It is still in the car right now but I will get it tomorrow.   Anyway,  we started talking about the storm, health, and acupuncture.  SHe is recommending for me for my issues.  After awhile RIch came over with his girlfriend.  We talked about stuff (Stacy is a teacher here in Milford) and talking about what she has to deal with.  Some of the things we discussed are pretty much what  all my teacher friends have said.  Some other things we discussed were pretty funny and it hurt for me to laugh.

I don’t remember what time it was when I left but I headed to the store.  Rich had warned me it would be incredibly crazy and he wasn’t kidding.  I think it took me an hour to get the things I needed.  Milk, snacks, fruit, coffee just a few things.  I figured I had enough dinners and stuff to make dinners for the next few days.  I was back at the house by 3:30.

I spent the afternoon, watching TV and the kittens were doing their own things.  They eventually spent the time sleeping under the bed.  I did get a load of laundry done and emptied the dishwasher.  

I didn’t do much for my dinner.  I ended up having a bowl of cereal since I had some chips and dip when I got home from the store.  I might have a dish of fruit before too long.

For now I am going to fold the clothes in the dryer and get the others into the dryer so that I can have clothes to wear tomorrow.  I suspect I will be going to work.

Have a great night.  

Having a Great Weekend

Saturday morning I ran some errands including getting my hair cut.  I had some time to relax before the Mexican Train game.    We had ordered from Silver Spoons (something like Grubhub) and we ordered from Wood & Tap.  I had a bison burger with fries. We started playing around 4:30 and we played until 8.  By then I was exhausted.  I left a short time after we finished with the promise to call Roberta to let them know I got home okay.

When I got home the kittens were waiting for me at the door.  THey have been really funny these last couple of days.  THey have been playful and loveable.  The playful part is at 1 in the morning for about 2 hours or so.  For the first time in days Tiger has been very loveable and she slept on my bed twice at my feet.  She even walked up to my face.  She still doesn’t late me pick her up.  They have been finding new places to see the sun.  Mom’s old office chair is one place.  When I got up this morning it was nearly 7.  I got some stuff done and fed them.  I laid down on the couch and they would come to me and let me pet them.  Sky has also been sleeping under the blankets and is there now.

I got a call from Natalie yesterday letting me know group activities were put on hold because there is a flu epidemic going on at the nursing home.  So I was glad to get this morning off.   I am going to get some laundry done and get a small grocery list going.  I need stuff for work and for home.

I heard from Telka yesterday she shared some photos of Katie O’s new baby.  The baby looks like Katie.  Katie is one of our former girls club presidents and when she finished HS she went to college in WI and started her life out there.  She got married and started her family. The pictures are beautiful.  Telka also wanted to move the monthly meeting to February 12.  I see no problem for that.

Once I finish shopping and seeing Liz I am expecting a fairly quiet afternoon.  I am probably going to make spaghetti and sauce for dinner and maybe get some vacuuming done.  I probably need to do the thank you notes.

Right now though I am going to shower...

Enjoy the Superbowl game.