@Sheba

Cloudy today with some light rain. Temps in the mid 70s with 100% humidity. Heavy rain this evening. The plants will be very happy.

I spent part of the day clearing the desk. Papers were piled rather high on the left side. Need to do the other. I have plastic bins in the trunk of my car and will be sorting things so that I have a better filing system. I purchased a few origami pieces sometime ago and they will be perfect for these bins. Guess the second bedroom will become an office. At least there will be some semblance of order, especially when tax season begins. .

I know tonight is game night. They will be playing on home turf in real cold temps. You know whom I will be routing for.

Tomorrow I will be contacting an attorney. This thing has gone way beyond me. Asking for $$ when all you’ve done is to deliver the accessories for the shower only. By the way, those accessories he brought has bare;u a 3 pit pf 5 stars. It’s all plastic and not cheap. I do have someone else in mind if I do not use these people.

Tomorrow is garbage and recycle. I will be putting things out this afternoon. Not sure if anyone will show tomorrow. No phone call on time and if there is no phone call I will not be opening the door,

@sheba2011

Yesterday was a day I wouldn’t wish on my worse enemy. First of all the contractor was sitting in his vehicle near our home and I thought it was someone visiting our neighbor. I had no idea it belonged to the contractor. I was all set to go out to tell him to move his vehicle to make room for the workers. When he left the vehicle it was to tell me that the men were running late and would be at our home early afternoon. He then left to get the accessories for the shower. Why he sat in his car for over a half hour and not bring the items with him is a good question. But he did return within an hour. Before he left, he asked for a check and the amount he quoted brought the total to above the original agreement with the owner. There has been no work on the bathroom except for me moving things out and cleaning. I did not give him a check, nor was I about to. What I did discover is that the owner never told him that the thermostat could be moved as well as an intake valve for the A/C that was in another location. Thus the bathroom could have been enlarged. The tile for the shower looked altogether different on a computer and cell than it did in a picture that was sent to me later. I am not in love with the tile but am willing to work around it. However, the owner also included a picture of the vanity and I told him it was not my taste. Actually, I hate it. I never made it to a showroom because the business was over 50 miles one way. The other reason is that I was told they were looking for a place in our area and just a month ago I was told that they will be in Sarasota. That showroom is still coming together and all of a sudden I see a picture of a vanity that is horrid.. The mirror going over the vanity is small and is just a mirror without a frame. I also mentioned to the owner that I did not like the vanity. I suppose it went in one ear and out the other like everything else.

@sheba2011

It was a rough and tumble day. The contractor phoned that he was running a bit late and was here an hour later to check the bathroom. He left to bring the accessories an hour later. The men were supposed to be here after lunch. They never showed and I had to make a call to the main office. They will be here Monday. I thought everything would be done and finished in one day, but the vanity won’t be here for a week or more. No, I didn’t see hubs today, but will tomorrow. I will be stopping at Culver’s to pick up chili for him and a salad for me. It’s just down the road from Costco. I dread shopping on the weekend, but there is no alternative. I was also totally shocked when the contractor was never informed that they could utilize parts of our two hallway closets to enlarge the bathroom. It is an easy move to install the thermostat in another location at no charge from our electrician. Oh well.

I rested a bit this afternoon. Back to KP. House is starting to come together though there’s tons to be done. But, at least the pressure is off.

@taci

Here are a couple of ideas for retirement. New England is good, but it is extremely cold during the winter months. We do get some snow and that includes blizzards. However, the taxes are high in both Ct. and Ma.. That being said, since you and your hubby enjoy hiking, I will recommend a look at New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine. Though these States do get snow, lately, it has been scarce. There are many hiking trails in these areas and tons to see and do.

States I would look at today include Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina and Georgia. Alabama comes to mind as well. For the most part I do enjoy Florida. It’s the summers that I have trouble with. High temps with high humidity and the chance of hurricanes are difficult to endure. The best advice I can give is to visit these States and ask tons of questions. If I decide to make a change the States I would look at would include Virginia, West Virginia. North Carolina. and Georgia. Good luck with your decision.

@sheba2011

Congratulations on the good news. I can hardly believe that it’s been five years since you were diagnosed and started many procedures. Thankfully, everything is fine and you can now relax and celebrate. I am sure your mom will be dancing and prancing on the news. I still believe that Andrew Lessman’s vitamins also helped with the recovery process. Now, kick up those heels and start celebrating.

The bottom of the closet looks amazing. I just may do the rest of that area after the bathroom is done. The men are supposedly dropping off equipment later today. Not sure if I will see hubs, but rest assured will do so either tomorrow or Saturday. I need to do a load of laundry and to empty some boxes near the doorway. I will be cleaning an empty cabinet which will house all the thermos things. It will be good to know where things are. The next cabinet are the spices. I am sure there will be many things tossed due to exp. dates. Though it’s work, it is also fun seeing the progress and feeling good inside when you are able to donate. Our community will be having their yearly bazaar a week from Saturday and I will be donating whatever I can. Items are marked really low and the committee will donate to other organizations on things that do not sell. The monies earned goes towards expenses for roads, plumbing, pool, and our lake (which I call a pond). All maintenance so we do not need to ask for more $$.

@sheba2011

Good luck with your tests tomorrow. I would love to join you when you and shoelady uncork that bottle. Love the movie “GiGi” and the “Night they invented champagne.” Be safe and I know you will do well. Hey, when everything is said and done, make those dinner reservations ASAP.

@sheba2011

I am fine. Finally have things ready to go into the guest bedroom. I will be working on that closet tonight. I will be doing the items on the floor and the shelf above. If the men need more space, then will do the other shelves which should be easier. Then it is on to the front door. Finally, the kitchen is beginning to show progress. Things are starting to open up and there will be more donations. Cannot wait for hubs to lend a hand. No dementia today and he ate a good dinner. Looked like tuna fish salad. I arrived a bit too late to see what else was on the tray.

The weather is again changing here and I felt it yesterday. We are in the midst of another cool down. More of that is expected next week. This time we had a bit of rain. The plants seem happy. I never made it to the Farmer’s Market, but did make it to Aldi’s. Our frig is now full. Actually, though, I need a fix at the Asian market. They cut the pork ribs in threes or more so it goes good in soup. I have a cleaver here, but they do a better job. I also like the cauliflower branches which goes good anywhere. Once the renovations are complete, may take a ride into Brandon. I will let xango know and hopefully we will be able to meet. Then again, I hope she is still in Florida and hope she and her hubs are OK. Just wish she would post to let us know that she is OK. With the fall she had at the supermarket and the many surgeries following, I am hoping for the best.

By tfhe way. Before I say goodnight. Did you see the news tonight on a raccoon. Seems this little guy needed something to do. Somehow or other he was able to find a way into a liquor store at night and proceeded to knock some bottles over. Guess he had one too many sips and ended up in one of the restrooms sound asleep. The police took him to a shelter to sleep it off. They will question him/her in the morning.

@sheba2011

I am enjoying the train ride once again. Thank you for bringing it back. Very relaxing to watch.

@sheba2011

No, not closet day. Closet day will start on Monday. I need to make room for the insides of two closets in the guest bedroom. Monday is garbage, plant cuttings, and recycle. Sunday I will be doing that chore and then some. I also need to redo the master bath in the way of thoroughly cleaning from ceiling to floor and the cabinet which has everything either surrounding the sink, in the sink or on the floor. All towels are in the laundry room for washing. I will do what I can before hubs is home and then I will be putting him to work. He will not in the least bit feel that he cannot do anything. It will be a slower process, but in the end it will help his mind and spirit. I love when he says “I can do that,” when he knows he won’t be able to stand for any length of time. Not to worry. I will figure things out. And yes, there are people here who can give a helping hand. I do not mean in our community, but outside within our county. This is so strange to me since the Northeast does not offer anything like this for those who have some form of a disability. The answer is always a nursing home. Drop them off and leave them there. Here, not if I can help. Florida, for now, does have their perks. People here are not handicapped. They do things in a different way. May be a slower pace, but the work gets done.

@sheba2011

Sorry to hear that the Chiefs lost. They did play hard. Everything at the last minutes. Oh well, another game coming up.

I actually just returned home from visiting hubs. The food is helping to bring his mind back a bit. I think I read online that diet does play an intricate part in keeping the brain healthy. I will continue this when he returns. Definitely will keep plenty of fresh veggies and fruit in the frig. I may need to puree the fruit unless he can take smaller bites. Tonight’s dinner proved he could do it.

Like you, I did not partake the sales in the stores. Actually, I was afraid to be in a crowd and having to deal with those long lines at the register. Didn’t venture out until I left for the Rehab and a fill up at Sam’s Club. I’m hoping to do some shopping tomorrow at the Farmer’s Market and will check on some things that hubby may enjoy.

It is very chilly here with temps in the mid fifties. Warm up begins tomorrow with temps in the 70s and back to the mid sixties through the morning hours of Sunday.

Since I left before dinner, think I will have a bowl of soup. Have a great evening. Nice moonlight tonight. Enjoy your walk.

@sheba2011

Hi and a good afternoon. Hope you finally made it out of the kitchen. I am currently sitting in the linai at the Rehab. Hubs is outside enjoying the sun and is sound asleep. I was totally surprised on the.meal. last year a total disaster. Hardly anything on one’s plate. Today, for a few dollars more a full plate for both patients and family.. What struck me so hard was not seeing many family members. The parking Lott was not even full. Total of four cars when there was room for 30+.

Weather will be turning cooler as the day progresses. The rehab area had rain. Our home just five miles away had dark clouds and no rain. Tomorrow cool then a warmer day starting Saturday.

Hope your dinner was fantastic. No game via satellite. Will check the score when I am home. Meantime, I will be praying for a win from the Chiefs.