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@ddshoppy

As far as I know there is Trivia this week. New Years Eve is Thursday night.

Club Sheba Holiday Edition

@shoelady60,

I am very concerned about you and hubby. So if all else fails here is something that I
know he will drink a nice toddy. 😘💕😎

I have all of Oodie’s notes just in case someone dear to me gets it or I.

Thanks Oodiebom. 💕😘

@shoelady60

Good evening. I just finished a hello to Sheba and was thinking of you and your hubby the whole time. It dawned on me that you may need some fruit which is easy to swallow and may be Ok for hubby. Sometime ago I tried what is called “Dragon Fruit.” I thought it was an Oriental fruit, but it is actually grown in places like Arizona, Florida and some parts of California. It’s pink in color or it could be yellow depending upon the supermarket. It has alot of factors that are great for the immune system along with strawberries, blueberries and blackberries. Dragon fruit is expensive. I wanted to purchase one today, but at $4.99/lb, I went YIKES!!!!! 😒 But for hubby, you may want to try it. Make sure it is firm when you purchase and when you bring it home, let it stay on the counter for a few days and then put it into the frig. When you want to try it you just cut it in half and dig out the inside. The inside reminds me of gelatin and therefore easy to swallow. Sheba loves it and has many recipes that she tried. You may ask her for a few. This fruit has alot of antioxidants that may help in the recovery process along with blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, etc…

You mentioned that he has the runs now and then. I had it also, but I attributed that to my sulfite allergy along with feeling nauseous. We brought Pepto Bismal with us and it also comes in a pill form. Well, not really a pill, but in a box of 40 wrapped in cellophane. I carry this at all times. That should help with the runs. Again, I cannot stress hard enough that liquids are essential so that he does not become dehydrated. When both of you are feeling better and have some energy, you may want to get a pneumonia shot. CVS does this and I’m sure Walgren’s does also. It could be another week before your hubby will feel better. But don’t push him to do anything. This thing does havoc on your energy. It zaps all your strength and then some. Just because he feels better, doesn’t mean he is out of danger. Wait a month. I’m not kidding. This thing has you running in circles, or at least it feels that way.

During our episode, when we had enough energy to drive to our farmer’s market, I picked up alot of fruit and veggies. I have a grill like pan which I use on top of the stove. What I did was cut the fruit into serving slices and threw it all into this pan. I also purchased papaya and cut that up (don’t use the skin) and mixed it in with the other fruit. I cooked it until it started turning a dark brown,, the color when you sear it on an outdoor grill) and also added fish or chicken or meat to it. The only thing I actually added was a bit of olice oil. No herbs or spices unless you want to add it. For some reason it all meshed and was the tastiest dish ever.

Now, I know you are tired and still scared to death. Try to put your feet up with a good book or play some games on the computer. Anything to keep your mind free and your mind rested.
Also, if your hubby seems bored, find some magazines or books for him to read. When he is able to leave the bed for a few hours you will need him to take the linens off the bed including anything worn and the blankets so you can wash them and get them back on the bed. I took our pillows and threw them on the lanai and prayed no critters would come in contact with them (we have tons of geckos).and sprayed them. I also sprayed the mattress and everything in our bedroom. As the blankets or covers dried, back on the bed they went, unless you have xtras. I actually used plastic bags and brown paper bags for this instead of the hamper.

If hubby ends up in the hospital make sure he has a cellphone with him. It will be the best company since you will probably not be allowed in the room or any where near it. Most importantly keep his morale up. It’s extremely scary, but one needs to persevere. Oh yes, I also was out of breath. We were on a cruise when this thing hit us. Me the day of embarkation. Hubby the next day. The second night I wanted some tea and so I decided to take the stairs instead of the elevator. The stairs on the ship are not steep and a normal person could actually run up and down them without a problem. I had four flights. I couldn’t go halfway up on the first flight without getting out of breath. Did I take the elevator. NO. I climbed those stairs because I was, or so I thought, nimble enough to do it. By the time I reached the last step I thought I would pass out, but found a seat and sat for awhile to catch my breath. Found the tea and hot water and took the elevator down and walked the short steps to the room. I made tea for the two of us. Tea is the best medicine. You can add so much to it. For instance ginger, zest of an orange, squeeze a fresh lemon, etc.. Anyway, I said enough. Go relax and get off those feet. Tomorrow is another day. Take care. Better wear a mask when you are near the “patient care center,” and don’t forget to social distance and wash those hands. Stay safe.

@sheba2011

The waves will come and just let it happen. Get it out of your system. A certain recording or a movie or a forgotten gift can make you tear for no reason. Don’t be bashful and don’t be ashamed it is a normal process that we all go through. Even now, years later, if someone mentions they knew my parents way back when and the way my dad used to smile, will bring tears to my eyes. The hurt doesn’t really end, it just becomes more tolerable with each passing day.

Yes, we went shopping. Returned to our Farmer’s Market where I picked up Amish pumpenickel bread. The rye bread from last week is almost gone and the taste was like being in New York at our favorite deli. The Amish make a wholesome chicken salad with cranberries and walnuts. And I always thought the market in New England was the best. I have tried several times to make the salad, though OK, just something missing in the flavor. And, they use very little mayo. Sometimes I wonder if the family that owns the Farmer’s Markets are from either Pa. or Ohio. The prices are about the same as the market we frequent in Lancaster, Pa. on the return trip North. I really wanted to purchase the Dragon Fruit, but at $4.99/lb decided to pass. I will mention this fruit to shoelady because it is easy to swallow and may help her husband’s immune system. along with blueberries, and others.

Yes, we both wear our masks whenever we leave the house. Just before we left to shop, I went into some news on line and it is really scary. Seems the UK is in total lockdown and when venturing out, people must wear gloves, practice social distancing and keep their hands cleaned. Well, for some reason the epidemic is not even under control and they have no idea why. I wonder if their Public Works Dept are keeping the streets and sidewalks cleaned as well as doing some spraying. No mention of that being done. This is just an observation on my part.

Now I need to do some work around here, like put the food away. Take care and stay safe. That goes for Both of you and the kids including Poppy.

Captcha failure on my laptop.so I use my phone

All is well.

Sheba2011: Good Afternoon!
Wishing you a Happy New Year!!
Trying to stay warm in MD, & if you are in CO, we are warmer in MD & all snow & ice has melted!
I’m going to try to look at this entire new thread by Monday. Is there Trivia this Friday, Jan. 1st? If so, I will try to figure out how to get there or use my computer & get set up early.😊
Happy & warm Tuesday to all!!🤗

Shifting into Gratitude

The question of whether we or anyone else deserves something is not really in our jurisdiction.

We all know what it’s like to finally get something we want, only to find ourselves feeling as if we don’t deserve it. Whether it’s a car, a new job, or a date with someone wonderful, we suddenly feel as if we are not up to it. Something in us wants to reject this gift from the universe, perhaps because it requires that we think of ourselves in a new way or makes us question why we should have something that others don’t have. If these feelings of unworthiness are not consciously acknowledged, they can lead us to sabotage ourselves out of the gift being offered. Perhaps the best way to avoid rejection and sabotage is to simply shift into a state of gratitude, bypassing the question of worthiness altogether.

The question of whether we or anyone else deserves something is not really in our jurisdiction. These themes play themselves out in ways we can’t fully comprehend–on the level of the soul, over the course of many lifetimes. What we do know is that the universe has its own way of shifting the balance over the course of time so that all things are ultimately fair. We can trust in this process and understand that when a gift comes our way, it is because we are meant to have it. Otherwise, it would not be available to us. Accepting the gift with gratitude and using it to the best of our ability is true humility.

When we receive a gift and find that feelings of unworthiness crop up, we can simply acknowledge the feelings and then remind ourselves that they are beside the point. We might say to ourselves, “I am meant to have this.” As we allow ourselves to accept the gift, we might feel tenderness in our hearts that naturally shifts into a deep feeling of gratitude. As we sit for a moment, consciously holding the gift in our hands or in our hearts, we say “yes” to the universe’s many blessings, and we also say “thank you.”

@kittengirl,

Cherie,

Happy New Year in S. California. Be blessed. 😘

@71flowerchild,

Happy New Year in Texas. 😘Give the fur babies a nice Oz hug. 💕