Thirteen Things I See from My Desk

Edition 7

1. 3 candles sitting on top of a dresser

2. A picture of Christ walking on the water (It’s all in shades of blue which I really love)

3. My “project table” with projects in progress:
knitted baby afghan
embroidered pillow cases
material for making shopping bags
netting for making fruit/vegetable bags
my violin

4. The tv

5. My chair

6. Under-stair closet with shelves containing craft supplies

7. My Jessie’s first studio portrait

7. My Flowbee that didn’t get put away after Sunday’s haircuts

8. The fireplace

9. A picture of Christ in Gethsemane

10. A “Family Portrait” with Ed, Laura (center back), and me and our 2 “borrowed” daughters, Becky and Heather (1996)

11. Our “family tree” (with individual portraits) that my mom and I made for her parents’ 50th anniversary in 1969

12. A Disney musical toy that my grandkids left down here

13. A plaque my sister gave me

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Dinner at the Home

Wordless Wednesday #6

 My hubby, Ed, at supper at the home.

His table-mate, Martin. No, Martin’s not praying over his meal, he’s just too tired to eat.

Ed’s other table mate. I can never remember her name. *blush*

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Tuesday

I was sleeping peacefully this morning just before 7:00 when I heard a small voice say, “Grandma.  Why is Jessie down here?”  After opening my eyes enough to see that it was still very dark in my bedroom I answered, “Jessie’s not down here.”  Then I heard another voice.

  “Yes, I am.”

After dealing with that interruption I was again attempting to sleep when I heard the phone ring.  By the time I made it from the bed to the desk the ringing had stopped.  Then I heard my daughter’s phone ringing.  “Ah – must have been someone looking for me who has now called my alternate number.”

I started upstairs to find out who had called and met daughter coming down.  It was the nursing home.  Ed had taken another fall early this morning.  He scraped his right elbow and injured one of his ankles.  When I called later to see how he was doing I was assured that he was not in pain and doing well.  I stopped by to see him just before supper time.

As usual, I found him sleeping.  I woke him up, kissed him hello, and asked how he was doing.  The look on his face suggested he didn’t know me, so I asked if he knew who I was.  “No,” shaking his head.  I explained that I’m his wife, Carla.  He still didn’t seem to recognize me, ‘though he was content to hold my hand as I sat there beside him.  “So,”  I said, “do you let all the ladies kiss you?”  He contemplated a minute, started to grin, and said, “Yes!”

When I left Ed I stopped at WinCo to pick up a few groceries.  I was in the store for 30 minutes or less.  When I got in the car to drive home, my feet started to cramp.  So, driving home I had pains in both feet with the toes pulling off into strange directions where toes were never meant to go.  It was the perfect end to the day.

 

 

Chicory vs Endive

Jientje posted a recipe using a vegetable she calls “chicory” which is better known in the USA as “Belgian endive.” Not knowing the difference, if any, between endive and chicory I decided to do a Google search. Under “Chicory vs Endive” I found this picture. Apparently the top is known in America as endive and the root is the chicory referred to in “chicory” coffee. There is also a curly-leafed, greener version that is sometimes known as “frisee” that also is called “chicory.” I suppose they could make it a bit more confusing if they tried really hard, but it seems to be a difference in locale rather than a difference in vegetable. And that is the end of today’s vocabulary lesson.

Another Walk In the Park

I again took a walk along the “green belt” on the banks of the Snake River.  It was an exhilarating day,  but the scenery is still the same – lots and lots of white!  lol

This time of year there are always ducks and geese hoping for a handout.

 This goose wanted to be sure she got her fair share.  She was busy honking and running to get to the front of the line.

There were some geese flying overhead in their v-formation, but they were faster than my ability to focus.  

 There are benches along the way in case you want to rest or just enjoy the scenery.

There is an island in the river.  Apparently someone named Keefer used to own and live on the island.  You can still see his small cabin.  It blends in behind the brush, but you can see the snow on the roof if you look closely.  Apparently in the summer months there is quite a bit of wildlife to be seen on the island.  Birds, of course, but also the occasional deer, rabbit, or fox.

 

 The Snake River is still frozen from bank to bank.

 The snow has melted a bit exposing the weir.  But there is no water going over – it’s all ice.

Weekly Winners February 17-23

February 17-23

I didn’t hear about the lunar eclipse the other day. So – I didn’t try to get any pictures of it. Coincidentally, however, I decided it was a good night to go out and take some pictures of the moon. This decision came a couple hours after the eclipse. This is what I got.

I’m not sure what the other heavenly body is. I noticed what I thought was a star close to the moon before I took the photo. I don’t think this is a star.

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Photobucket Meme

I found this meme at Small Reflections. storyteller has invited all who would like to participate in this meme to do so. I thought it looked like fun, so here it is.

Directions:
1. Answer the questions below.
2. Take each answer and type it into the search bar at Photobucket.
3. Take a picture from the first page of results and post the html code under the image. (I have linked the location to the title of the picture. Html code takes a lot of space.)

Age on my next birthday

Place I want to travel

Favorite place to be

Favorite food

Favorite animal

Favorite color

Where I was born

Where I live

Past name of a previous pet

Nickname/Screen name

Middle name

Last name

Bad habit

There you have my answers courtesy of Photo Bucket.  I invite all and any who wish to participate to go ahead and do so.  Put a post back here so we can find your answers, too.

A Hair Haiku

For More Haiku

I promised pictures

Of my new perm.  Here they are.

At the beauty shop

Kathy always says

How cute it looks when she’s done.

I wanted to see.

This is how it looks

After I style it myself.

I like it nat’ral. 

 

It’s much easier

To wash and wear than to fool

With the blow dryer.

 

 

Exercise Videos for the Over 50 Crowd

If you need an exercise or dance video that takes it easy on you while getting you in shape check out this site for seniors. There are even some arm chair videos for those who may have problems standing. You’ll find yoga, pilates, dance, and tai chi to name a few. Or, there’s a video that gives you a combination of different disciplines. It’s worth a look. I’ve got a couple “seniors” tapes that I use – not necessarily because of my age, but because I am so out of shape. I need a program that isn’t too difficult, but gives me the workout I need. After I get stronger I figure I can “move up” to something more strenuous.

13 Things I Never Want To Do

Edition 6

1. I never want to jump out of an airplane.

2. I never want to swim the English Channel.

3. I never want to be a Playboy centerfold.

4. I never want to live in a foreign country.

5. I never want to ride a bull in the rodeo.

6. I never want to be a stunt double for Dolly Parton.

7. I never want to run for President.

8. I never want to swim with sharks.

9. I never want to climb Mt. Everest.

10. I never want to take a ride in a submarine.

11. I never want to fly on the trapeze in the circus.

12. I never want to be a pole dancer.

13. I never want to give up on life and all the things I do want to do.

Today’s Thirteeners

The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! Be sure to update your Thirteen with links that are left for you, as well!