My Daily 86 Words

  Beautiful morning. I will walk today as I missed yesterday. Start with a bit of cleaning. I did get some webs down from the rafters. Time to vacuum the carpet. Hollie shared her meatloaf with me. I enjoy having a share of her cooking. The roses are so robust and the color is brilliant. Food for the eyes and the soul. Also enjoying the Koontz novel. It is provocative with the multi dimensional scenarios. His characters are believable. I like stories with smart kids and animals.

  Now I’ve got underline. First red font. Egads. Maybe I got rid of it. I don’t know why I get these glitches. Best part of yesterday was the beautiful weather and spending the morning with Karen. We went to Point St. George and just reveled in the scenery. We get to live in this lovely place. She oohed and awed over the rosses and I will save the petals for her ointments. The news from Jeanine   is group can’t meet until June. We are ready now.

  Got rid of bold font. I don’t know what to do. Techie I’m not. The moon was stunning again and Hollie and Chuck are at the beach with a very low tide for agate picking. They go often to Kellog and walk miles. Later Karen Rath is picking me up for a trip to Home depot to look at paint chips for rhe remodel of her mobile   home in Gasquet. I’m looking forward to visiting with her. Haven’t seen much of her since her time in Arizona.  

  Disappointing trip for groceries. I wanted four items and came   home with only two. Rare not to find routine things. The close full moon was gorgeous. It shone into my closet and lighted it up like a spot light. Good weather and I will get out and pursue the weeds in the rose garden. It is so delightful with all the new growth and tons of buds. The yellow bushes in front are stunning with their color and number. Dang, I hit a wrong buttton. Can’t get rid of bold.

  Clearing after a good rain. The roses are growing and producing buds all over the place. Truly a treat for a the soul. Katie came by with the lessons for May. I was hoping we would be back in church soon but she says June. I may get rocks moved from the other half of the sunporch front. I want grass and a couple of shrubs there. I dug out more succulents and the boy will pick   them up for his mother. Good connection. Happy Monday.

  I spent yesterday in bed! Haven’t done that for years. I was okay just wanted a day off and took it. It’s wet and cold for Sunday and I’m glad to be in and warm. Today I will zoom church and hope for news that we can congregate soon. The trend   is positive. I want to talk to Jeannine about tea and stories meeting in Trinity center. My friends are anxious to get back to writing together. I promise to be more alert and productive today.

High point was the visit with Michele. She loved the rose growth and we walked around and saw them all. Chuck and Hollie prepared the garden box and it’s ready for seeds in this welcome rain. I may not make the bed as it feels good to stretch out and rest. Not well yesterday and tired today. I may have the barometer drop aches that come with age and wisdom. I have a book that is intriguing and interesting. Also have dog companions. Off for Saturday

  Woke up with domestic energy so the laundry is underway and the kitchen is slicked up. The dogs go to the new groomer for manicures at 11 and Michele is coming for a visit at 1. I‘m glad for a visit. I will get another walk around the block. It’s a good stretch and only 2K steps. I did fall into a potato chip on the way home. It’s okay to binge now and then. The garden box is ready to plant for carrots and beets.

  Foggy inside and out. I woke up disconnected. Coffee helped but I need a big breakfast. No agenda except reading the Koontz story. I’m enjoying his writing and the characters. I can read for about half an hour before it gets to be a chore. So many of my pleasures are harder to embrace like walking and reading. I walked to the gas company and paid for the tank of propane. It’s expensive but I want to be warm. I connected with several friends by texting.

  Good sleep, beautiful morning before the wind starts to blow again. I will get out and walk for sure. Here’s my promise. I want to go to Blue star and pay my propane bill with the government debit card. Hollie is going to get sand on her walk so we can plant carrots and beets before the rain on the weekend. I have a clean house and a happy yard. What can I do that’s new and interesting? The Chauvin verdict made tears. Good guys won.

  Good sleep and lots of house chores today. Floors and dusting come first. Then the kitchen. That takes about 10 minutes. Water the roses and admire how healthy and robust they are. I want to connect with Linda Lee. It’s been a long time and I enjoy her company. Maybe   I’ll get out this afternoon for a brief walk. I can’t do it if I feel shaky and I’m willing to admit it when I’m not sturdy. I don’t like it but I can accept it.

  Off to Brookings early for shopping and haircuts It’s damp and cold so I won’t get out much. I was nota energetic yesterday until late afternoon but didn’t walk. Just not strong enough. I want to stretch my stamina and get back to walking solidly. My disciplined food plan gave me aa loss of three pounds in one week. I can button my pants better so   it’s worth the effort. Now I’ll be mindful not to shove food   in my mouth by habit. Go foorth bravelyl

  Yesterday was not so hot. I had a panic when I thought I had dropped my phone while walking. Hollie came to my rescue by walking my route and not finding it. Then she called my phone and here it was on the sunporch in a chair. I have no memory of putting it there. It made me uncomfortable about my awareness and confidence. Today will be a repeat of watching church on YouTube and getting outside for walking and watering. Onward and upward, I hope. .

  Kind of slow yesterday so the walk was brief but I did it. I watch for any sign that control lags. I don’t want problems. Today I’ll be back at the rock project and clear out more succulents. They are not pretty and I don’t like them. Later I’ll see if I can add a block to the walk since improving my stamina and self confidence are important. The food plan is working well. I enjoy getting hungry between meals after a year of constant snacking.

  Megan has her zoom interview ta 915 and we will send supporting thoughts. I hope she gets the job as will help her stress. I lengthened my walk yester by two blocks. Doesn’t sound like much but it is significant to me. I am gaining confidence and trust in my body. It’s good for my posture too. I will go back to the rock project with half of it done. I am enjoying the good eating. It is self care. It’s impotant. Onward with Happy Friday.

  The visit went well. Chuck liked showing Art his garden and plans. Today I will start the other part of the rock removal. I’m going to plant grass seed instead of plants. I’ll decide later when I finish the work. I solved the problem of finding the board meetings on the computer. I was looking in the wrong place for the county site. Now I have it bookmarked for next time. Megan looks relieved and happy about leaving her job and looking forward to positive change.

  Megan quit her job yesterday. Something she has wanted to do for a long time. I’m proud of her and will help with finances until she finds another job. I piled up rocks again and have only a few more to clear the first space. The wind drove me back inside. The food routine worked well. I feel better when I take care of myself instead of caving to the comfort zone. Art and Ellen are visiting this afternoon. Art wants to see Chuck’s garden plans

  Already through shopping and putting the groceries away. Ready for another active day sorting rocks for a new look in my yard. Everything is finally looking like spring., it is welcome. I want a longer walk. Maybe go to the post office and stop to smile at Megan on the way. I’m back on good eating habits. My snack cupboard   is empty and will stay that way until my pants button easily again. All day eating is over. Nutritious   Meals and eating when hungry are in.

  Another beautiful morning that is in the 40s for a nice change. I didn’t even bother with the heater. I moved a bucket of rocks and will do one each day until the space is clear for planting. I want flowers there and maybe a shrub or two. I will   stretch my walk to include another block. If I watch my posture, I feel confident that I’m okay. I sure miss just taking off without having any reservations about my safety. Getiin old is different.

  The highlight yesterday was the family hamburger dinner with gourmet delights. Cheese and bacon and all the other goodies that made my stomach smile. Lots of conversation and closeness. JuJu did not make friends with Megan’s dogs. I don’t think that will   happen and I’m sorry. Meg is about to quit the job she has disliked since day one and   hopes to get a better one soon. I offered her some bridge money for her comfort. Besides that, I did walk and get rose food.

  Lots of conversation and it was wonderful but tiring for someone who is alone a lot. They stayed for hours and left with promises to see each other more often. Also promises to regroup our tea and stories get-togethers. I contacted Jeanine and she will help us make a plan to use the church hall. They loved the way the roses are thriving and suggested rose food. I’ll get some from Home depot today. Lots of progress on the garden project. Looks good . Need warmer nights.

  Today marks one year since I moved into the little house. It is home. I haven’t missed the house much. I come in every morning to do this post and sometimes come in to visit or sit on the front porch. Once a week Megan comes after work and we have family hour. It’s nice to have Chuck and Hollie here. Lots of changes in the yard with Chuck’s vision. Sally is dropping by around 10, Rosalie is coming at 11 and Micele is coming at 11:30.

  Beautiful morning. No headache after coffee took over. I want a good day! I’m tired of this half well stuff. The yard calls and I just look at it and sit down. Spring is showing up and I’m not. Maybe even take a walk around the neighborhood and enjoy the flowers. Oh my, sounds like spring fever and I need a tonic. Maybe a stimulating conversation or aa visit that gets me up and moving. Hollie is going to fight her ridiculous   traffic ticket.

  Poor night. Headaches again. Coffee helps first thing but the dullness stays for a long time and kind of ruins the day. I put new sheets on the bed. They have a stripe so I can find the corners easily. The sheets are bigger than I need for my little mattress so there is excess that hangs down and will rumple up. The bed   is okay. I sleep well most night. Laundry now and even in the gloom I want to get outside. Another covid routine

  Up to Brookings, shopped two stores and home by 9:30! We know how to get in and get out. Lots of plants in the ground in the greenhouse. Feels good to have the garden begin. I watched more of the trial and feel disregard for defense attorneys in general and this on in particular. Smirky guy. The evidence is horrible and changed the summer for sure. Today I will take my weak body outside again   Not much else to say about life in the covid world.

  I spent most of yesterday grumpy and feeling trapped. Not pleasant and nothing I could fix. I am trapped. My health and living arrangement make it necessary to be confined in the best possible way. Hollie brought me bacon from the casino and that helped my attitude. I’m glad they have outlets. For sure today the dirt will fly. The weather is mild and I need the activity. We have plans for the greenhouse and the raised bed. I’ll get my gloves and tools and get ready.  

  I cancelled on having company. Just not well enough to pull it off. We’ll get together when it’s comfortable. No zoom for Easter Sunday. They are meeting outside and I don’t feel like sitting for an hour in 50 degree weather. I’ll watch on YouTube and that’s all. Hope to get in the dirt and plant seeds. I’m ready for my farmer self. Chuck has many new planters and dirt is the word of the day. We will have crops enough to feed the whole neighborhood.

  My good day crashed with the onset of a UTI. So, I have Cipro and uristat and spent the day and night treating my illness. I’m tired and still want company. I won’t mention it ot my friends. I can slick up a bit and enjoy them. Chuck has finished in the greenhouse and it is a mansion compared to the original. Now we   can move in. Hollie wants to get the lettuce in the dirt. Today 86 words is too much. I don’t have anything.

  My little walk over to pay the tax bill reminded me that I have little stamina from so much indoor life and sitting too much. I’ll push today and get busy on what I know how to do. Had conversations with Rosalie and Michele. They both want to come for a visit tomorrow and   I’m so looking forward to a social time. And they get to talk to each other too. My saving graces have four paws. JuJu and Jake are angels with their constant.affection.

  Another gorgeous morning and I’m grateful for it. Hoping to have an active day. I will stay away from the trial ass it is too emotionally draining to hear the stories. It is a deep sore in our history that still exists. I promise to walk around the block. I do well on hard surfaces. Otherwise I kind of waddle on uneven ones. My weight is the same. At least   I didn’t gain bat I’d like to shed a few. All it takes is paying attention.