Gee only a couple of weeks late for Christmas.  I guess sitting in the bay window with the blind down is not conducive to blooming.  By raising the blind I must have let some warmth in and encouraged them to try.  When you think about it this is an example of my life for the last year.  A little behind schedule, fighting to meet deadlines, and just somewhat ineffective because I haven’t really cared.  I find myself looking at a task, any task, feeling like I would rather hide under my covers then attempt to accomplish it.  Now I am not unhappy or depressed just unmotivated.  Can a person get that way?  It is like going through that phase of not caring what you eat because you feel that food is fuel only!

I know it is the winter, cold, snow, ice, and the dangers they present.  At least that is what I thought.  But it is not just the season.  I find myself having to repeat the statements I’ve made, then being very angry because I feel the person I am talking to has tuned me out or doesn’t care to hear what I have to say.  Then of course the next reaction is to shout or express disgust because I am so angry. 

When I ask for help I get it but it is with the attitude of ‘why do you bother me with your petty shit when I have other responsibilities and interests to pursue?’  I do sound selfish don’t I!  But dammit if you feel it will be forgotten and not get done you do tend to nag.  It seems that only I care that bills get paid on time, or the phone calls to friends and relative get made. 

I have resolved to be more attentive to others, to find the happy part of living, and stop growing the frown lines in my face deeper.  Well I think I’m failing but what is new with that. 

No snow last night that is one good thing.  The tractor was in and out of the shop again this last week.  Judging by the cost of repairs lately I think a new machine is called for.  But again you worry because taking on this type of expense when the pickup is about nine years old and could need replacing at any time.  It is enough to turn your white hair gray.  Oh that is another thing that pisses me off. The statement you worry too much.  I agree I probably do but it is my nature and after almost 74 years I’m not going to change now. 

Now that I bored you with my rant I’m going to close and either finish ‘The Broken Window’ by J. Deavers, work on my lap robe, clean bird cages, figure the check book, or stare at the TV for a while.  I may even refuel with a bit of breakfast first.  Have a good day and laugh out loud because I’m going to try to!

What is a pretty blue but blinks red, green, and blue?  It is as distracting as the devil but has seven ports on it?  Why my new USB hub that came in the mail today. 

A trip to the doctor’s today reveal an infection from one of the stitches left in my foot.  When he got through probing I understood why I was having trouble with it.  I have a prescription for an antibiotic. Instructions to change the bandage twice a day, rinse in saline solution, and put a deep wound salve on it.  Hopefully there should be some improvement in three weeks.  I told Dr. Fortin I wanted to check with my personal physician and have him monitor it because he was located much closer to my home.  He agreed that it was OK.  So tomorrow I’ll check with my Dr. to see if he will agree to help me. 

On the way home from the medical appointment we stopped in Clarkston, MI for two haircuts so both Jay and I are good fot another couple of months.  After we stopped for lunch and got home we had been on the road for about 7 hours making for a tiresome day.  So I’m skipping supper and hitting the tick!!!

Just want to crawl back in bed and hide for the rest of the day!  Snowing again. Already two inches outside right now and big fluffy flakes still falling.  I was supposed to take Molly to the Vet’s this morning at 9:30am but she spied the pet carrier and promptly crawled into the wood work .  At least it seems that way because I haven’t seen her for the last three hours. 

I drove Jay down the driveway to the You Ride bus a bit before 8:00am so he could get to a medical appointment on time.  Upon returning to the house Brandy was throwing up on the couch cover and pillow.

So I gave up, called Dr. Buck and canceled the appointment for Molly.  I then stripped the couch and washed everything, which is in the dryer now.  I tried to get a hold of Jay so I could pick him up when he was done but ran into problems there. 

I now have one load of washing folded and put away, another waiting for folding, and as I said the couch things in the dryer. 

I feel like I have been up for hours and the capper came when I tried to use the scanner and it won’t work from either of my machines.  Les had worked on it from remote control last night but it obviously still need more done.  He had to reload Jay’s machine Sunday so we are just finding the things that still need to be connected or worked on.  It will get done but damn I hate calling him after he worked all day. 

So there you have it another sunshiny day at the Axsom dome!

Today’s adventure gave a whole new meaning to the phrase—It’s A Good Thing You’re Cute.
Starting this morning at 9 am at the Doggy Depot Brandy got a bath and a haircut which amounted to $26.  A reasonable price for what was done. 

From there it was out to the Vet’s for a checkup and down hill for the check book.  There was a break out on her back that resulted in a shot for the infection. The Heart Worm test was due.  We needed the medicine for that that she takes once a month.  Also we were out of Frontline—another once a month medication for flea prevention.  The exam for general health revealed a small heart murmur.  When I went to write the check I almost passed out.  $295.55!  She is all set until June now thank goodness.  I wonder if I can enroll her in Blue Cross/Blue Shield or something?????

My daughter is back on her computer and looking for people to exchange ideas with, rant to, and laugh with.  So visit her here and tell her Momma sent you please!
Cindyisms

Saturday afternoon our friends Darlene and Michael arrived with a pan full of Seafood Enchiladas that Micheal had prepared.

We spent the evening catching up on things and watching movies on TV.  Of course we ate Micheal’s delicious offering and the apple gingerbread cobbler that I had made and went to bed stuffed. 

Sunday morning we sat down to pancakes and bacon that Jay prepared. 

Les, Anne, and Courtney came in the afternoon. 

So we socialized while poor Les fixed Jay’s goofed up computer. We tried playing a game Anne had brought up but it was a little too complicated for Dar and me.  So we ended up eating lasagna, garlic bread, and salad for our dinner with cheesecake for dessert. Les finished up with Jay’s computer and gave mine a quick look see to make sure it was all right then they left for home. 

Jay had made a rice and raisin pudding during the afternoon so Darlene, Michael, he, and I had a dish of it before they went home. 

It was a busy weekend and our Molly demonstrated it for us.

Sometimes the best place relax in the house is on a rug in front of a warm dishwasher!

I forgot to mention that with our company’s help the tree and ornaments got packed away so we are back to normal in record time.  Thank you friends!

Today Our baby is three years old. 

She was a real cutie when she came to live with us.  She was a birthday present from my son Wes, daughter-in-law Debra, and children Jasmine and Dakota.  She has been a delight and a constant, loving companion for the last almost three years. 

So even though she doesn’t understand it I’m wishing her a very Happy Birthday!

A very Happy New Year to all.  First my New Years resolutions! 
  1. I will not leave the house without lipstick and earrings (so people will not say what for you sir!)

  2. I will iron my husband’s shirts and keep them ironed (so that the people he encounters will not think he is a bachelor). 

  3. I will not piece between meals.  (This will be hard)

  4. I will try to make some interesting meals during 2009. ( I hate to cook)

  5. I will work diligently to complete all my craft projects.  (I keep buying more or changing the types of things I do)

  6. I will read the novels I have waiting for me in the bookcase (like a mother hen—books are eggs and I like to sit on them)

  7. I will try to be more cognizance   (of my surroundings, humans, pets, duties to correct a habit of tunnel vision).

  8. I will try to get out and meet more people (to improve my attitude and knowledge of life).

  9. I will try to improve my health, diet, and exercise.  (Another hard one—love to eat). 

10. I will try to think more pleasant things, smile every chance I get, and laugh out loud when the humor hits me. 

One of my gifts for Christmas was this charming tea light holder from Clayworks by Heather Goldminc.

A gift from Daughter-in-law Debra, it is a ceramic Fruit Cocktail can with a spoon holding a cherry on top.  I love it!

I caught a picture of a visit from one of my Red Bellied Woodpeckers this morning. 

With the trees that were cut down last year I was afraid we might loose this visitor but he is still around. 

Finally, after staying up to watch the ball drop last night I decided to start taking down the inside Christmas decorations this morning.  This is the dining room table as it looks at this moment.

I will start packing it up as soon as I get up from visiting your blogs this afternoon.  I will work on the buildings on the computer desk, the garland on the stairway, and the tree over the next few days.  Don’t like taking things down but once the doctor appointments start it is harder to accomplish. 

Have a great rest of the day and laugh at something for your lungs sake!!!!