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NATIONAL WHATABURGER DAY

Today is August 8 on the National Day Calendar and we are celebrating the rich history of fresh, made-to-order burgers on National Whataburger Day. This National Day celebrates Whataburger’s food, fans and employees, otherwise known as Family Members, who are the heart and soul of the brand.

NATIONAL CBD DAY

National CBD Day on August 8 recognizes the natural hemp product everyone’s clamoring for! Join us as we learn about CBD and updated laws impacting its use, plus share information to educate you about what CBD is.

GLOBAL SLEEP UNDER THE STARS NIGHT

August 8 is Global Sleep Under the Stars Night and as a night to spend outdoors enjoying the sensational night sky. With summer coming to an end, take advantage of all the night has to offer by gazing upwards and see the wonder of stars across the sky.

NATIONAL PICKLEBALL DAY

Today is August 8 and National Pickleball Day on the National Day Calendar to celebrate a popular paddle sport that continues to gain popularity. In the spirit of this new sport, we are sharing our curiosity and support for a game that is enjoyed by people of all ages.

NATIONAL HAPPINESS HAPPENS DAY

Every year on August 8th, National Happiness Happens Day encourages people around the world to recognize, celebrate, and share moments of joy, delight, and humor—no matter how small.

SNEAK SOME ZUCCHINI INTO YOUR NEIGHBOR’S PORCH DAY

Sneak Some Zucchini Into Your Neighbor’s Porch Day on August 8 offers gardeners a way to rid themselves of the overproducing squash plant called zucchini. We think it’s a great time to make friends and be kind to your neighbors.

NATIONAL MOCHI DAY

Today is August 8 on the National Day Calendar, which means we are celebrating sweet Japanese rice cake Mochi on National Mochi Day! Follow along as we share a few surprising facts about the delicious history behind this Japanese delight.

Mochi is a traditional Japanese rice dessert made from glutinous rice. It dates back to the 3rd century (AD 201 to AD 300) during the Nara period. In fact, Mochi is said to have evolved during the same time as rice cultivation. In Japan, rice is a significant part of Japanese culture. History tells us Mochi relates to Japanese lore, gods and goddesses, celebrations, and art that dates back to the 3rd century.

NATIONAL FROZEN CUSTARD DAY

When it comes to scooping up a delicious celebration, National Frozen Custard Day on August 8 knows how to do it right. With a smooth texture and fresh flavor, frozen custard delights in many ways.

NATIONAL DOLLAR DAY

Every year on August 8, National Dollar Day commemorates the founding of the U.S. monetary system by the Continental Congress in 1786. From silver certificates to modern greenbacks, the U.S. dollar has evolved into one of the world’s most recognizable currencies.

Good Day Peeps and have fun in the HSN Community. 😎🎈

Red Elegance in the Corridor of Time

Time is not merely numbers on a wall clock, but a sigh of breath that carves yesterday into memories, today into a struggle, and tomorrow into a riddle we assemble with fingers full of love and scars.

People often mistake resilience for never falling apart.

The truth is, resilience is getting back up after you have. It’s carrying both tenderness and determination in the same heart. Grit keeps you moving when the road is hard. Grace reminds you that surviving doesn’t require you to become hardened.

You don’t have to choose between being strong and being kind. The strongest souls learn to become both.

Keep showing up. Keep growing. Keep believing that every difficult season is shaping someone stronger than yesterday.

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@oodiebom,

Good day and may this day find you and hubby doing well. 🎈🎈

@sheba2011

I have not seen hubs in three days. Two days were due to thunderstorms that wen hours on end and this morning after totally emptying our dresser for a thorough cleaning, I tripped over a box hitting my left side against the chair at the desk. Thank goodness, nothing broken. Just muscle problems on the left side. The other problem I have is no A/C. People will be here Tuesday morning. Thank goodness for overhead fans. I also thought it could be a thermostat ossie even though the batteries seem to be working OK. Or, maybe it’s time for a new A/;C. I will find out on Tuesday.

I’m using our favorite cleaning solution on the dresser drawers. I will be working on the dresser this evening. I do not like keeping the clothing out for any length of time especially when I may need something. Tomorrow I will again clean the A/C area and will try another battery to see if that is the problem. If the thermostat needs to be changed, I am hoping for one that is WiFi enabled. I will see what the tech says.

I am OK. Just want to reiterate. Taci asked about the funeral. I did answer her, but left one thing out. I am glad it was on their channel and that I didn’t go in person. I sometimes have difficulty sitting for long periods. It was nice to be home and to be able to walk around when needed. One speech by a congregant was too long. However, the one from the rabbi could have been shortened. I noticed ‘a few in the front were squirming in their seats. The funeral was in the synagogue. However, there were plenty of seats in the front that were vacant. Nothing was shown in the back. My immediate family was nowhere to be seen. I imagine we were all glued to our computer or cell or android.

It is raining as I type. Thankfully, no lightning or thunder. Miss Boston and the Cape.

@oodiebom,

Good Evening I have no problem with you posting to anyone it keeps you from
reposting to say the same thing. I knew what you were dealing with. I did that last Summer
when my cousin died suddenly I watched his service online. So I know how you felt.

I saw many of my family members and I could also go back and re-watch but no
I did not want to. No one could come to my Dad’s Service because it was Covid.
That is why I feel this feeling when it’s around my B-Day and I was the last person
to see and speak to him he passed three hours after I left. Mom and Dad had ten
children and there was only three of us there who were brave enough to go. I will
leave it at that but it was a beautiful service. 💕

Oodie I did not know you are looking to move I hope everything works out for you.
You need your husband home. 💕I am glad you got rain and stayed home.

I stocked up on CleanBoss I buy it every time is free shipping and on sale I have a bottle
in every room.😎

Thank you for your support with my family. I know one day the feeling that comes with
August will be alright. 🎈 As for now life goes on.

Goodnight Oodie. 😎 I bet you do miss Boston and the Cape our daughter is loving it. I will be visiting here as I have never
been there.

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Oodie, Did the service your cousin take place yet? Hope you and your husband watched it.
Again, very sorry for your loss.

@taci,

I hope all is well in S. California. 😎🎈

Here is to Happy Trails. 🎈

Sheba, Yesterday hubs was literally run around. His Mother is 92 and after an hour needs to be back home as she gets tired. Things are moving forward some aspects slower and others faster but all is good.

Sorry for the loss of your Father. I know you miss him.
Best wishes to your niece to be well.

We have been very hot the last few weeks. It will be nice when things cool down again.
Our house hunting is slowly moving forward. I really wish we could leave the State asap but if my son is here then it makes sense to stay.

@taci,

Good Evening I have had a long day and all our children are at my brother’s and his
wife with my niece and my niece from your area. Movie Night and they are giving her support.💕

Long road ahead but we are moving forward.

i get what you say about your son I would not leave either too much going on all over.
My kids check in and often they can text or call just as long as you are alright. We have
a tight knit family. When the time is right we will move a bit closer to our kids. 💕 We are
a good 20 years from that. LOL! They are not ready for us just yet.

Taci stay close to your son we have one son and three daughters I do wish we lived a bit
closer.

Thank you for the shout out on my family I do miss my dad. 💕

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@taci

I did watch the funeral yesterday. It went over an hour with long speeches. Her younger brother, who is in the 90s was in a wheelchair and wore a mask. He now has a heart condition and when they were in Florida during the winter months, he landed in the hospital with pneumonia. I suspect that has something to due with the wheelchair. The service was quite long and the rabbi spoke for almost a half hour. There were congregants lined up to speak, but were turned away. I did not see any of the cousins there. I surmise we were all glued to the computer.

I am also doing some house hunting in Florida. I’ve been using Zillow. There have been a few I wanted to check. but hubs needs some input as well. I’m trying to see if there is a handicapped assistance progam in our area that can pick him up at the Rehab and bring him to a few places to look at. I really need a home that is wheelchair and cart accessible. I have found a few that meets this criteria, but getting hubs to visit, a huge question. One or two are new builds and can easily meet our qualifications prior to building.

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh. 🎈😎Lady how are you doing today? Oz is a bit warm
and I think it may head your way soon.

I checked with our daughter who lives in Boston and they are alright for now. 😎🎈

I am enjoying some ice cold Arnold Palmer and taking my sweet time today.

Please take care of yourself and enjoy some Ice Tea or whatever you like. 🎈😎

Sending a shout out to your mom and sister. 💕

Sending cool vibes to you and Jake. 😎🎈💕

@shoelady60

I am praying for a speedy recovery. Miss your posts. This weather is not even good for the birds. Just do what you can. Nothing more. Air quality may be the culprit even if they say it’s OK. Take care. You are missed.

57 years ago today, August 8, 1969, the Beatles stepped out of EMI Studios and walked across the zebra crossing on Abbey Road in North London for the cover of their final recorded album.
Photographer Iain Macmillan had just ten minutes to capture the shot, standing on a stepladder in the middle of the street while a policeman held up traffic. He took six frames as John Lennon, Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney, and George Harrison crossed back and forth three times, and McCartney chose the fifth frame for the cover. The image became one of music’s most recognized covers for its simplicity, showing the four men in stride with no band name or album title printed on the front.
A separate, lesser-known frame from the same shoot shows the band walking in the opposite direction, right to left, with McCartney wearing sandals and no cigarette in his hand, unlike the barefoot, cigarette-holding version used on the album. That print sold at a London auction in 2012 for 16,000 pounds, roughly 25,000 dollars.
The photo also fueled the “Paul is dead” conspiracy theory, as fans pointed to McCartney walking barefoot and out of step on the chosen cover image, holding a cigarette in his right hand despite being left handed, and to the Volkswagen Beetle parked in the background bearing the plate LMW 281F, widely misread as “28IF” and taken as a reference to the age McCartney would have been had he died.
Today the Abbey Road crossing is a Grade II listed landmark that draws thousands of visitors each year who recreate the walk for themselves.

I like interesting reads. 😎

Always! 😎🎈

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Butterfly
Song by Mariah Carey

When you love someone so deeply
They become your life
It’s easy to succumb to overwhelming fears inside
Blindly I imagined I could
Keep you under glass
Now I understand to hold you
I must open up my hands
And watch you rise
Spread your wings and prepare to fly
For you have become a butterfly, oh
Fly abandonedly into the sun
If you should return to me
We truly were meant to be
So spread your wings and fly
Butterfly
I have learned that beauty
Has to flourish in the light
Wild horses run unbridled
Or their spirit dies
You have given me the courage
To be all that I can
And I truly feel your heart will
Lead you back to me when you’re
Ready to land
Spread your wings and prepare to fly
For you have become a butterfly, oh
Fly abandonedly into the sun
If you should return to me
We truly were ment to be
So spread your wings and fly
Butterfly, butterfly
I can’t pretend these tears
Aren’t over flowing steadily
I can’t prevent this hurt from
Almost overtaking me
But I will stand and say goodbye
For you’ll never be mine
Until you know the way it feels to fly
Spread your wings and prepare to fly
For you have become a butterfly, oh
Fly abandonedly into the sun
If you should return to me
We truly were meant to be
So spread your wings and fly
Butterfly
Spread your wings and prepare to fly
For you have become a butterfly, oh
Fly abandonedly into the sun
If you should return to me
We truly were meant to be
So spread your wings and fly
Butterfly
So flutter through the sky
Butterfly
Fly
Spread your wings and fly
Butterfly

NATIONAL WATER BALLOON DAY

Fill ’em up! The first Friday in August ushers in National Water Balloon Day just in time for the hottest days of summer!

Pop, throw, splash, or just squish! What kid or adult doesn’t enjoy a water balloon in the hot summer? Since Edgar Ellington invented the waterproof sock in 1950, backyards haven’t been the same. Whether kids compete in the Longest Toss or take sides in a good old water balloon fight, the cool, wet fun lasts all summer long.

NATIONAL LIGHTHOUSE DAY

Observed annually on August 7, National Lighthouse Day honors the beacon of light that for hundreds of years symbolized safety and security for ships and boats at sea. At one time, the beacon of light could be found across almost all of America’s shorelines.

A lighthouse is described as a tower, building or any other type of structure that is designed to emit light from a system of lamps and lenses. It is used as an aid to navigation for maritime pilots at sea or on inland waterways.

NATIONAL RASPBERRIES N’ CREAM DAY

Enjoy fresh berries in cream on August 7 because it’s National Raspberries N’ Cream Day. With the raspberry season in full swing, what better way to celebrate than with this simple and delicious treat.

PURPLE HEART DAY

Purple Heart Day on August 7 commemorates the creation of the oldest American military decoration for military merit. The Purple Heart honors the men and women who are of the Military Order of the Purple Heart. During the American Revolutionary War, the Badge for Military Merit decorated six known soldiers.

General George Washington created the Badge of Merit in 1782. Washington intended the honor to be presented to soldiers for “any singularly meritorious action.” Its design included a purple, heart-shaped piece of silk bound with a thin edge of silver. Across the face, the word Merit was embroidered in silver. While the badge symbolized the courage and devotion of an American Patriot, no one knows who designed the award.

NATIONAL SEA SERPENT DAY

National Sea Serpent Day on August 7 commemorates this siting and the many other stories that continue to be told. If you have ever looked out over the water and thought you saw a fantastic creature break the surface, you’re going to want to stick around. We’re going to explore the sea serpent myth.

Good Morning Peeps and have fun in the HSN Community. 🎈😎

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One of the greatest gifts healing gave me was permission to stop chasing what was never meant for me.

Not every door is mine to walk through. Not every relationship is mine to keep. Not every battle is mine to fight.

For years, I thought letting go meant failure.

Now I know it means making room for the life that honors who I’ve become.

Sometimes peace isn’t found by holding on.

Sometimes it’s found by gently walking in a new direction.

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@oodiebom,

@taci,

Don’t burn the house down yet better days are coming. 😎

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh how are you feeling today? I have been to my father’s gravesite
early today. This is the day he went to heaven. 🎈I have been talking to all my siblings
and such.

I am waiting on a phone call from my niece as she is consulting with a doctor.

So far so good in OZ the weather is not too bad. 😎🎈

Life cannot keep a good woman down bet on that. 🎈😎💕

Sending cool vibes to you and Jake. Be well my friend. 😎🎈

@sheba2011

Sheba, I hope you had a peaceful day. Always prayers for your dad and prayers that your niece had a good appointment with the doctor.🙏💕🙏

I feel a little better today so going to take it super easy this weekend. Let’s have a big glass of iced tea together!🧋

Sending super big hugs to you and Poppy.🤗💖

@shoelady60,

Lady the day was calm and serene and I have my memories. 🎈Glad I went in the cool
part of the day.

I am still concerned about you please be alright. 💕

Relax and rest sweet dreams.

I did hear from my niece she will call me tomorrow so far all she needs is radiation. I had
that it was not all bad you are in and out. 😎I had mine right smack in the middle of Covid.

Thankful Thursday. 😎🎈

People often mistake resilience for never falling apart.

The truth is, resilience is getting back up after you have. It’s carrying both tenderness and determination in the same heart. Grit keeps you moving when the road is hard. Grace reminds you that surviving doesn’t require you to become hardened.

You don’t have to choose between being strong and being kind. The strongest souls learn to become both.

Keep showing up. Keep growing. Keep believing that every difficult season is shaping someone stronger than yesterday.

💕I miss you so much. 💕

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NATIONAL ROOT BEER FLOAT DAY

On August 6 we celebrate National Root Beer Float Day to tell us to float a scoop of vanilla ice cream in an ice-cold mug of frothy root beer. The classic beverage creates a creamy treat loved by generations!

Also known as the “Black Cow,” the root beer float got its start in Colorado in a mining camp. Frank J. Wisner of Cripple Creek, Colorado, gets the credit for inventing the “Black Cow” way back in August of 1893.

NATIONAL SOCIAL ENGINEERING DAY

August 6 celebrates National Social Engineering Day on the National Day Calendar. This National Day aims to raise awareness about social engineering threats and promote better cybersecurity practices. Join us as we explore the risks associated with sharing personal information online, learn to recognize sophisticated social engineering attempts, and discover practical tips to protect yourself and your data from cybercriminals.

Social engineering is a technique used by cybercriminals to manipulate people into disclosing sensitive information and compromising digital safety. These tactics can lead to unauthorized access to computers, financial accounts, or even direct monetary losses. On National Social Engineering Day, we emphasize the critical need for individuals and organizations to continuously safeguard their data against these bad actors.

NATIONAL FRESH BREATH DAY

Pop a mint and smile on National Fresh Breath Day observed annually on August 6 and urges appreciation of oral hygiene and its importance. Dentists and oral care professionals applaud the day dedicated to fighting bad breath.

Oral hygiene and the fresh breath associated with it are part of healthy, daily habits. Over time, poor dental care will cause mouth odor. Of course, the foods we eat contribute to bad breath, too. However, bad breath may be a symptom of a health condition or a side effect of a medication.

NATIONAL WIGGLE YOUR TOES DAY

National Wiggle Your Toes Day on August 6 offers people the chance to show off the digits on their feet! The day encourages giving our feet (and our toes) a little extra attention.

NATIONAL PARALEGAL DAY

On August 6, we recognize the ultimate powerhouses behind the legal system for National Paralegal Day. This annual observance honors the indispensable contributions, sharp intellect, and tireless dedication of paralegals and legal assistants who keep law firms, corporate legal departments, and judicial systems running smoothly.

NATIONAL IPA DAY

National IPA Day on the first Thursday in August celebrates the beer known as India Pale Ale Beer. Raise your glass on National IPA Day and enjoy this day with family and friends, while supporting your local craft brewers.

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@oodiebom,

I hope this is a good day for you. Please take it easy out there. OZ had a awesome
thunderstorm that shook the house and everything else. 😎🎈We needed the rain.

Prayers to you and your family.

@taci,

Good Morning and I would take my time doing anything today. 😎🎈
Some days can be very challenging. We roll with it. 🎈

Sheba, Hello! and Happy day after your birthday!
Hope it was a blast.

Sincerely hope your niece is doing better.

Hubs went to his Mothers Asst Living place to organize things that are necessary.
While he was gone I cleaned for 3 hours and just sat down to watch Jaws. I love this movie!
We lived in RI when it came out and my Mother always had to yell at us not to go out so far…sure solved her problem 🙂
After watching this movie we never went far.

@taci,

Good Evening great movie Jaws and it scared the daylights out of me especially
the opening scene.

I am catching up with Lestat I think this season they went a bit far in some areas. Not Cool.

I had a blast yesterday and here is a toast to yours too. 😎🎈

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh. 🎈😎Lady I hope you are feeling better. Please let me know if you
can.

Just relax and take it easy. I think you have labs this week so do I. 😎 I am going to try
and get out of it if I can.

Oz had a monster thunderstorm all night and morning I loved it because we needed
the rain. I ran across the street this morning to make sure Kitty Kitty had dry food. 😎🎈
All the other cats came after the storm.

When the storms are over I am going for a long walk I need to clear my head out. 😎
I love walking especially when the endorphins kick in. 💕

Hey sending cool and smooth vibes to you and Jake. 🎈💕Feel better soon.

@sheba2011

Watching all the rabbits bouncing around my yard today. They are just too cute!🐰🐇 Hubs helping me out with some laundry this evening since I had another one of those tired days. I hope I can bounce back soon.

Sending big hugs to you, Poppy and the kitties.🤗💖

@shoelady60,

Good Evening and I hope this passes soon. I am bit concerned because you have never
sounded like this. Tomorrow is the day my dad went to heaven so I am going hold it
together for him he would not want me to grieve the way I have been. Lady that was
part of not feeling well nothing else. 😎

God always come through when you need him. 💕

Well let’s toast to the week of birthdays and they are more to come in the HSN Vendors
and Hosts. 😎🎈

Feel better my friend I will be here rest well. 🎈😎💕

Peace Out Peeps have a great evening. 😎

😎🎈

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On This Day in 1901, Louis Armstrong Was Born ⠀ Louis Armstrong (Louis Daniel Armstrong) (August 4, 1901 – July 6, 1971) revolutionized jazz through his brilliant trumpet playing, unforgettable voice, and remarkable stage presence. His influence extended far beyond jazz, shaping the evolution of modern popular music itself. ⠀ Throughout his legendary career, Armstrong became a global ambassador for music, earning admiration for his artistry, warmth, and unmistakable personality. His recordings remain among the most celebrated in history. ⠀ Today, fans around the world remember Louis Armstrong and celebrate the extraordinary legacy he left behind.

This is a very special song written with Louie in mind.

“What a Wonderful World” was written in 1967 by Bob Thiele and George David Weiss as an antidote to the racial, political, and social unrest plaguing the United States. Louis Armstrong recorded the track to spread a message of hope and unity, though it initially struggled in the U.S. due to poor label promotion before becoming a timeless classic.

What a Wonderful World
Song by Louis Armstrong

I see trees of green
Red roses too
I see them bloom
For me and you
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world
I see skies of blue
And clouds of white
The bright blessed day
The dark sacred night
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world
The colors of the rainbow
So pretty in the sky
Are also on the faces
Of people going by
I see friends shaking hands
Saying, “How do you do?”
They’re really saying
I love you
I hear babies cry
I watch them grow
They’ll learn much more
Than I’ll ever know
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world
Yes, I think to myself
What a wonderful world
Ooh, yes

NATIONAL WORK LIKE A DOG DAY

National Work Like A Dog Day on August 5 urges us to charge forth and meet every challenge we face. However, if you look to your dog for direction, you may be confounded.

The English language is confusing. Take, for instance, two common idioms we use in our everyday lives: “It’s a dog’s life” and “Work like a dog.”

NATIONAL OYSTER DAY

Get slurping on August 5th with National Oyster Day! Oysters are enjoyed as seafood in many parts of the world.

Did you know there are over 100 different species of oysters? Interestingly, oysters tend to take on the characteristics of the water in which they live. Because of this, they’re typically named after the body of water in which they grow.

While many people enjoy fresh oysters raw, the shellfish can also be savored in multiple other ways. As a side dish, oysters add immense flavor to Thanksgiving dressing. They also make delicious stews, soups, and chowders. Other recipes will bake, grill or broil the oysters with or without the shell.

NATIONAL UNDERWEAR DAY

National Underwear Day falls on August 5 and provides an opportunity to wear your favorite undergarments. Boxers. Briefs. Panties. Tighty-whities. No matter what you call them, our underthings provide a layer of comfort.

Many Americans have heard their mother’s warning. “Make sure to always wear clean underwear. You never know when you will be in an accident!” While there are other reasons to wear fresh underwear, this is the one that often comes to mind.

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Happy Birthday to ME. 😎🎈

🎶🎶I can buy myself flowers
Write my name in the sand
Talk to myself for hours
Say things you don’t understand
I can take myself dancing
And I can hold my own hand
Yeah, I can love me better than you can🎶🎶🎈😎

@oodiebom,

Good day on the Gulf Coast of Florida and I hope you are doing well.
Prayers for your loss.

I hope you can see hubby I am sure he will love the food. 😎🎈

Oz is alright today we will have some rain later tonight my day is going very well. 🎈😎

Take care and enjoy the day. 🎈😎

Oodie, Glad you’re able to watch the funeral and be nearby in case your hubs needs you.
Flying and traveling in general can be delayed and things can change so it sounds for the best.
Very sorry for your loss.

As for the colder air, a while back I read that airplanes cool the air on long haul flights as it is better for health in those long travel conditions. Maybe the same logic works for where your hubs is staying.

Thank you for the birthday well wishes.

@sheba2011

Here’s to a beautiful new day. Happy Birthday and may it be a start to a Healthy and Happpy year and then some.

No need to apologize for the day that was not like any other. Sometimes age plays a part for the feelings that should have been left at the curbed. Other times it’s the news. Then, of course, the weathe. Temps, humidity and the dew points adds to us not feeling the way we should. I cannot put my finger on it. Suffice to say that it plays an important part. And to add to our misery, the news for the day or the week on top of everything else. So, to use a bit of your expression, “take some time for me.” Another something I learned from the past two and a half months is not to be outside for any length of time. Bad karma seems to be everywheere when we have been out and about for hours. So do take the time to smell the roses inside instead of outside. It definitely makes the difference.

I did not see hubs today. Yesterday, I did check the ceiling in the hallway near hubs room. It had been taken care of. One panel left for a replacement. There is a new roommate. Funny, he looks like the last one. Oh well. At least the buzzer isn’t going off every two seconds.

I am now toasting to your birthday and to better days to follow. Age is only a number. Be well and stay that way.

@oodiebom,

Thank you for the birthday shout out. 💕😎I can assure you it was not age that had me
so ill. I know exactly what it was and I am back on my feet. 😎

The weather has never bothered me unless humidity is part of the factor and this weekend
Oz had it in spades. Anyway back to basics. 💕🎈

So sorry you did not see your husband perhaps tomorrow.

I have had a wonderful day and hubby is still smiling. 💕🎈😎

Have a good evening Oodie and I hope you are feeling better too.

I have no problem being outside and my house smells of fresh flowers delivered
today from different relatives smells so beautiful. 💕

@taci,

Good morning in S. California. 😎🎈My niece is doing well and my niece who lives in
your area is helping her through this journey. 💕The entire family is there for her.

Thank you for the birthday shoutout. I am having a really good day. 💕🎈😎
Mostly on the phone and then hubs have plans later. 💕😎

I am feeling much better I don’t ever want to feel that way again and I would not wish
it on my worse enemy.

Prayers for your husband’s parents.

Sheba, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!
Glad you had a good day and are feeling better.

Wishing you a beautiful, happy, healthy Birthday.

Today was a driving day for me. Drove S an hour for a 5 minute post op check up and then back, then 3 other errands in all different directions.

@taci

Hi and a huge thank you for being here and sending your thoughts and prayers. I hope and pray that the three of you can begin to smile and to enjoy whatever comes your way. Happy Birthday to you. May you celebrate many more with good health and a huge smile.

The heat wave keeps on returning and staying healthy is sometimes difficult. The A.C is lowered every evening. There are times when I need to get up from bed and lower it even more. Hubs has the A/C vents in a corner in his room and there is one near the door. There is also one between the two beds which is towards the center. When it’s working properly it often makes you freeze. I think that is done on purpose to keep all bacteria at bay.

I will watch the funeral using Amazon’s HD Maxi. It’s the only one where the sound works. Even though I am not oermitted to fly due to the Eustachian problem, I did check the flights. It turned out that there is only one airline that would fly from our airport to Ct. It leaves twice per week. That would be Wednesday and the return on Saturday. The hotels near the airport are over $300/night. Our home in Ct. is an hour and a half away from the airport. Since our furnace had not been repaired from the water damage in November, staying there is out of the question. A lot easier to watch from homeor from hub’s room.

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh. Lady I hope you are feeling better today. What yo have
is scary I can relate all too well it lasted a couple days with me and I was able to
beat it. 😎

Just rest today I am thinking of you so feel better soon.

I am having a nice day. 💕🎈My family has my back in a good way. 💕😎

Sending good vibrations to you and Jake hang in there. 😎💕🎈

@sheba2011

Wishing you a beautiful day and a fantastic, healthy year ahead. May God bless you and keep you and your family safe from all harm. Happy, happy birthday my dear friend!!🎂🎈🎁

@shoelady60,

Good Evening and thank you for the birthday shout out. I also want to tell you something
funny well it is to me.

I love and listen to the Miley Cyrus song Flowers. Miley wrote that song to her ex-hubby
Aussie Actor Liam Hemsworth. Story has it he would bring women to Miley’s and his
home. So Miley wrote the song and I like the way she sings it she wrote it, sung it
and got a Grammy for the song. 💕😎🎈 The funny part she did not let the indifference
get her down. Go Miley!

Lady here is to a nice evening and I hope you are feeling better I will not pry just know
I understand. I love hearing from you now rest. 💕

I am having a great day and night. Here is to a toast to Life. 💕🎈😎

Sleep well.

@shoelady60

Thank you for your thoughts and prayers. It helps a lot.

I hope you are feeling better. It is definitely weather and wilffires related. Just put the A/C on, grab a good bookor better yet, watch something good on TV. Migraines, soreness and whatever else ails you is definitely from all the above. Just take it easy and do not venture out unless it is absoulutely necessary. Take care.

Let It Go
Song by Idina Menzel

The snow glows white on the mountain tonight
Not a footprint to be seen
A kingdom of isolation
And it looks like I’m the queen
The wind is howling like this swirling storm inside
Couldn’t keep it in, heaven knows I tried
Don’t let them in, don’t let them see
Be the good girl you always have to be
Conceal, don’t feel, don’t let them know
Well, now they know
Let it go, let it go
Can’t hold it back anymore
Let it go, let it go
Turn away and slam the door
I don’t care what they’re going to say
Let the storm rage on
The cold never bothered me anyway
It’s funny how some distance makes everything seem small
And the fears that once controlled me can’t get to me at all
It’s time to see what I can do
To test the limits and break through
No right, no wrong, no rules for me
I’m free
Let it go, let it go
I am one with the wind and sky
Let it go, let it go
You’ll never see me cry
Here I stand and here I stay
Let the storm rage on
My power flurries through the air into the ground
My soul is spiraling in frozen fractals all around
And one thought crystallizes like an icy blast
I’m never going back, the past is in the past
Let it go, let it go
And I’ll rise like the break of dawn
Let it go, let it go
That perfect girl is gone
Here I stand in the light of day
Let the storm rage on
The cold never bothered me anyway

The Summer Knows
Song by Barbra Streisand

The summer smiles, the summer knows
And unashamed, she sheds her clothes
The summer smoothes the restless sky
And lovingly she warms the sand
On which you lie
The summer knows, the summer’s wise
She sees the doubts within your eyes
And so she takes her summertime
Tells the moon to wait and the sun to linger
Twists the world ’round her summer finger
Lets you see the wonder of it all
And if you’ve learned your lesson well
There’s little more for her to tell
One last caress
It’s time to dress
For fall
And if you’ve learned your lesson well
There’s little more for her to tell
One last caress
It’s time to dress
For fall

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@oodiebom,

How are you doing today? I am so sorry for the loss of your cousin.
I know you have a lot on your mind I am sure your husband is concerned too.

Please just take it easy. 💕😎

@sheba2011

Thank you Sheba, Taci and Shoelday for helping me through this. This person was special and was our matron of honor at our wedding many many years ago. Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend the funeral. However, I just learned that it will be televised over closed circuit and those that cannot attend in person will be able to be part of the congregation from wherever they are. The family, at one time almost lived door-to-door. But as we grew older we all went in different directions. Each of us took different paths. With the advent of the computer, cell phones, androids, etc., e-mail has become the choice. Some of us long for the days of our youth when family would get together for the holidays and then find some excuse in between. Those were the days that the only loud bang was from the sound of thunder or a firecracker on the 4th of July. You could walk late at night without a problem where the only sound you heard were your footsteps. Times changed in a blink of an eye. We were from totally different generations. We never looked down, always looked ahead to the new adventures.

Hubs is OK. I brought him shrimp cocktail and some dessert. His dinner from the rehab was soso. He had steak fries with chicken nuggets and cole slaw. Not something I would have chosen for dinner. At least it wasn’t pureed. He asked me to go to the Farmer’s Market for fruit. He gave me a list. Stone fruit is on sale and is one of my favorites. However, I will venture out that way the end of the week.

We are expecting rain for the next three days beginning tomorrow. Hubs also asked for Asian food. I will need to figure out what he can eat. I am being extremely careful. I do not want him coughing up a storm. Temps this week will be over 100. UV index is up as well. Never a dull moment in Florida.

Oodie, If you can’t make it in person then online is a great solution. We did that with my Mother since it was during Covid and her friends were elders and it wouldn’t have been great for them to go out and about.
Yes, times have changed and it’s so crowded here it’s hard to go anywhere these days.
Sorry again for you loss…

@oodiebom,

Good Evening I just read your post and i agree watching online from a good distance is
a very good idea and you can play it back and see everything.

I did that for a cousin and we are very close but could not make it to TN so it was
shown online. 💕

My family text and FaceTime all the time that is how I see so many in real time. 💕

Things have changed over time some for the better and some not so good.

Oodie rest well tonight I am so glad your husband had something great to eat. 💕🎈
Take your time tomorrow and see how the weather is there is always something.

@oodiebom

Sorry to hear about your cousin. I will remember her in my prayers tonight.🙏

@taci,

Good Morning in S. California. I did read your post from last night. Taci you are right
and my family has my phone ringing off the hook to remind me to just enjoy
the day. 💕🎈😎

I am coming out of a haze where everything hits you at once. My niece called and she
is feeling much better that itself is another story. All good now. 💕

I did not like what I was feeling I felt like a different person ah I don’t think so!
I knew in time this would pass and it did. 😎

I know all too well what your husband is going through. Keeping your family in my
prayers.

Sheba, you have such a large family that it sounds great for support but also so many people and things happen. Well wishes to your niece. Glad she is doing better.
Hope you’re ready for your big day tomorrow. Sounds like you are feeling better!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

♥🍾🌹🌻

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh. I feel so much better today. I don’t know what happened yesterday.
So strange and the feeling was strange I said not me! I snap out that fog! 😎

Well it’s 5:00 O’clock somewhere LOL! 😎💕🎈

Thank you for your sage advice. 😎🎈💕OZ is going to be in triple digits for days.

Welcome Summer. Sending cool smooth days to you and Jake. 🎈😎

@sheba2011

Not feeling very well today. Tired and sluggish, no energy. Slept a few hours this afternoon and going to bed early tonight. Hope I feel better tomorrow.

Shoelady, Hope you feel better soon!

Rest up and eat ice cream in this heat.

@shoelady60,

Good Evening and you may be sleep or resting. Lady you have never sounded like this.
I want to say this is how I felt all day yesterday along with grief and it was not a good feeling.

I don’t know what it is and I mentioned all of this in my post to you today. I said it was
strange because that is so not me and I am not going to start now. 😎

I think the long hot summer may have something to do with it for it to get to me like
that I know something is up.

I am thinking of you tonight and I hope you feel much better tomorrow. 💕😘

Rest well.