Chèli's Cozy Corner

48 Hour evaluation

2012-01-23T12:43:00.003-05:00

Okay everyone, the first 48 hours are over and there is definite improvement in the pain level area.Last night for the first time since last summer I was able to actually stand and cook dinner without having to sit down because of the pain in my back. The first hurdle has been passed and I am extremely happy with this step forward. My back does appear to be weaken because of the lack of

Medical Update

2012-01-22T00:31:00.001-05:00

I had the new round of shots in my back Friday (I think there were eight total if I felt them all) and I'm a bit sore which is to be expected but there seems to be a bit of improvement. The doctor told me I should know if the shots are going to work in the first 48 hours so I'm taking it really easy this weekend and keeping my fingers, and everything else crossed (except my eyes - can't read that

Doctor Update

2012-01-17T13:02:00.000-05:00

Boy does this guy move fast!I went to see the new doctor (Neurosurgeon) this morning. The purple walls were a bit of a turnoff but I managed to stay and see the doctor. LOLHe feels with my history and the test results that I brought with me that he wants to try another set of injections before a mylogram (sp?). Since the injections worked for a short time (June/July) he feels that his

New Doctor found

2012-01-08T13:01:00.000-05:00

I got the name of a neurologist from a friend who also had back problems as well as the same name from my SIL (he did her back surgery), so this week I am going to call and make an appointment. They said it might take a while to get in, but He is worth every moment of waiting. In the meantime I will have to depend on major drugs and my recliner to survive.... Gee, What can I do while I sit

2012-01-04T12:56:00.001-05:00

My friends at LibraryThing wonder why I think that Needled to Death seems to describe how I feel lately. Here's my explanation:I have a severe bad back and have suffered with pain on and off for the last 30 some years but the last 2½ it's been getting progressively worse. May of last year I started going to Pain Mgmt doctors and had a series of 3 steroid injections (NEEDLES) which gave me

Burn the nerves!

2011-10-25T14:35:00.002-04:00

This morning Tim and I headed to the Pain Management Surgical Center in Frederick so that the doctors could knock me out and perform - Radio Frequency Ablation. They must have been good, because I don't remember a thing about them burning the nerves that have been causing me the near constant pain for the last year and a half or so.Pain relief isn't experienced until about 2-3 weeks after the

BACK IS IS A BUMMER AGAIN

2011-09-17T16:58:00.003-04:00

Well, I've had the steroid shots in my back and they relieved the pain for about 4 weeks. So I went back to the Pain management Doctor and we did another series of shots called Facet blocks and those did nothing at all to relieve the pain. I'm headed back to the Pain guy again to talk about the next proposal - Radio frequency ablation. In the meantime I have started back at water aerobics so

Miss Stella has arrived!

2011-09-17T16:52:00.003-04:00

My newest granddaughter, Stella Reese, arrived on Saturday September 10, 2011 at 12:16 PM weighing in at 8 lbs. 14 ozs. at measuring 21½" long. Mother and baby are doIng fine.

Not so fast...

2011-08-15T17:28:00.002-04:00

Today has been a major disappointment. First I was supposed to start my water aerobics class but when I checked before leaving, I found it had been rescheduled and doesn't start now until September 12th. Major bummer. I was really ready to cool off in the pool but it's closed for maintenance. Next, I don't understand...if we have an entirely new AC unit installed why is it freezing up like

Ahhh...cool again!

2011-08-12T23:45:00.002-04:00

Tim and I have been surviving the last few days with two fans...one upstairs, one down. Wednesday afternoon I mentioned to Tim that it didn't seem to be cool in the house and he checked and determined that the coolants in the AC had frozen up so he turned it off. We headed to bed - our room normally a cool 68˚ but this night a warmer 75˚. With a floor fan we suffered through and he headed off

Too bad, so sad

2011-08-04T17:01:00.003-04:00

Well, one of the main reasons why I went to all the trouble to get those shots in my back, was so that I could feel better and would be able to participate in some activities with others.I had been looking forward to a golf tournament with my golf group with guests (my SIL and Niece) . I was so excited that they were both taking off work and we were going to hit the course together.

Progress is made!

2011-07-09T18:42:00.000-04:00

I know that for most people a trip to the grocery store isn't something to brag about but the trip I took today was a great achievement on the Pain Management front. It has been over a year since I have been able to walk the aisles of the grocery store pushing a cart and not had major pain. Today was the first time that I was able to complete the entire circuit without having to stop because my

Progress is being made on the Pain front!

2011-06-11T09:35:00.000-04:00

Last Friday I went to Penney's to get my hair highlighted and since I was feeling good, I decided to see if I could get some shopping done. Wow! 45 minutes later, two bags in hand, I walked out and my back still hadn't twinged. KNOCK ON WOOD!!!!! I've been able to stand and cook, go up and down stairs more, and even do a bit of walking on the treadmill, ( SHHH! don't tell Tim) along with my

Maybe my luck is changing.

2011-05-28T09:04:00.000-04:00

Yesterday a friend I had lent money to several years ago sent me a check - just out of the blue - I never thought I'd see that money again.Yesterday, my husband Tim and I went to visit friends in Sheperdstown and while the boys played in a charity golf tournament, the girls went to the baby store where I got the cutest things for all my grandchildren. Then after returning to my friends house,

37 years - hard to believe

2011-05-25T16:24:00.002-04:00

A beautiful day dawned this morning, reminding me of the type of weather that occurred 37 years ago. A little different though, May 25th 1974 was a tiny bit windier than today. A chance of showers and a small overcast of clouds, but still a beautiful day - mainly because I'm still married to the love of my life, Tim. He may not be everyone's idea of the greatest guy, but to me, there isn't a

Wii is down, bummer!

2011-05-21T16:15:00.002-04:00

I've kind of gotten use to a little exercise on my Wii so when it blacked out on me Thursday, I was a little bummed. I was right in the middle of a really good step aerobic session and it just blacked out. I think it's a battery thing, but Tim hasn't taken the time to figure that part out. Hopefully, soon.

What do you mean, you're done?

2011-05-18T17:26:00.004-04:00

What a great day! Okay, so it's raining again and we are still under a flash flood warning, but today is the day that I started those pain injections.I worried that Tim wouldn't be home in time (my appointment was for 2:45PM) and I told him the actual time - usually I fudge ½ hour so that when he's late we can still be on time. But he came through for me and we headed off to the Pain Management

Has it been that long?

2011-05-15T14:56:00.005-04:00

Mama mentioned that I hadn't put anything new on my blog and when I looked, I said, OMG, has it been that long?So let's catch up....My three "grandchildren" are healthy and growing quickly - Jackson is now 2, Molly Kathryn is 7 months old and Isabella is 4 months old. There is a new grand-baby in the making - Stella Reese Stoehr is expected September 9th or there abouts. So I have been working

Bella's Here!

2011-01-12T10:47:00.004-05:00

Little Miss Isabella Noelle was born today to Christopher and Melanie arriving at 7:16am , weighing in at 6lbs. 9 ozs. and measuring 19½ ins. in length (when does it get to be height?) She has auburn hair. Both Mel and Bella are doing fine.Nana and APapa are on their way to Louisiana for the big event.Pictures as soon as they come!

New Pastry Chef in the Derry Household!

2010-12-24T16:43:00.004-05:00

This year I was really worried that I wouldn't be up to making the traditional fragunas on Christmas Eve but Tim promised since he had the day off (and the Country Club was closed) that he would help me. However, he insisted that he would only help on the condition that he could experiment a little. He had some strange ideas including lemon juice instead of butter which I nixed. I made sure

She's here! She's here!

2010-10-27T23:49:00.003-04:00

My first "granddaughter", Molly Kathryn, made her premier appearance at 4:48PM on October 25th (I was only 4 hours off in the baby pool) weighing in at 6 lbs. 10 ozs. Mom was only in labor about 5 hours and everyone is doing just fine. Nonna is thrilled!Mom Molly and baby Molly Kate went home today and Grandma Kathy will be lending a hand for a few days. I'll be popping in to see them for the

Vacation and Nonnahood

2010-10-25T16:20:00.007-04:00

Tim and I arrived in Myrtle Beach yesterday evening and found, much to my dismay, that we were assigned to the 15th floor with an Ocean view. The view is spectacular but the height scares the crap out of me. Of course, Tim thinks it's hilarious.Tim and Mary-ellen headed out to the golf course this morning (meeting brother John there) and I sat down to finish the review of one book and the last 4

Cheli becomes water baby!

2010-09-14T13:24:00.004-04:00

Well, the time has come for me to admit that I can't handle regular old exercise anymore. My back is degenerating at the pace where walking and biking are too painful, and the spine specialist says that it's time to hit the water. So, I signed up for the arthritic water aerobics (twice a week) at the Olney Swim center.Yesterday was my first session, and when I got home after a 1¼ hour session at

Shower of gifts

2010-09-04T14:25:00.002-04:00

Tim and I hit the road yesterday traveling to Spartanburg, SC for the baby shower honoring my newest "grandchild" Molly Kate - who is due on October 30th. We arrived around dinner time and got to spend some family time with the parents-to-be (Molly and Bryan), Tim's sisters (Mary-ellen and Kathy), Molly's brother Bradley and his wife Leslie, and later a few minutes with Niece Theresa,

Fall Behind - Can I be helped?

2010-08-23T17:25:00.000-04:00

This week I began realizing that I was tremendously far behind on projects that I wanted to finish this year (Mainly because my reading was taking priority.) and wondered if there was some motivation that I could give myself other than guilt to get my projects caught up.I send myself reminders of the projects, I have them on a checklist on the refrigerator, I walk pass them frequently, but how

Where did a month go?

2010-08-20T14:57:00.004-04:00

I thought that once I finished up my big project at the golf course in mid-July, I would have plenty of time to get things in order and be able to spend some time with my Mom and read some books and do some needlework and finish the plans for this years village, but no such luck!I can't begin to figure out where 4 entire weeks went. We had big storms and power outages (thankfully ours was of

Big Project coming to an end

2010-07-21T11:59:00.002-04:00

Well, I've been working on a big project for the last few months. The Ladies Golf group for which I am the secretary is holding an Invitational Golf tournament tomorrow and I was selected the Chairperson. So I have been very busy with invitations and menus and decorations and phone calls, and now it is all coming to an end. Tomorrow is the big day and our little Summer Fair (that's our theme)

Snoozing to the TV

2010-06-18T13:23:00.004-04:00

Tim's 40" plasma TV went on the blink recently. It had been having a problem with intermittent power outages (he thought was something overheating) but it always seem to come back to him until a few weeks ago it went off and didn't come back. So he called up the repair shop and they came and took it away. While it was on it's hospital leave, Tim and I had to share the new LCD 42" TV that I

Ugh! My MP3 as gone down for the count!

2010-06-17T14:21:00.003-04:00

I guess I wore it out. My beautiful little MP3 zune that I purchased for my Canal Cruise 4 years ago has finally stopped playing. It wasn't very big (only 1GB) but it fit in my pocket or purse without any problem. I wore out 3 sets of earphones using it.Now I have to find something to replace it and I'm lost. I want something the same size (approx. 2" x 1" x ¼") and I would like to have

Nonna again!

2010-06-06T11:42:00.003-04:00

The past few days I have spent with my niece Molly and her husband Bryan and his parents. They came up from South Carolina to do some sightseeing and family visiting since Molly is pregnant and due in October and probably won't be traveling for a while after that. We had a great time visiting and looking at pictures of the Little Miss in ultrasound. She's just to cute!And the great news is that I

Irony - grab bar too late!

2010-05-30T22:07:00.001-04:00

My terrific day after my birthday, started with a slip in the bathroom on a wet floor. I fell on both my knees which were already in bad shape (I had just had a cortisone shot in one on Tuesday) and slammed my shoulder into the wall. Luckily, I didn't hit my head. My shoulder is turning a pretty shade of purple but I don't think I did any real damage other than severely straining it. I can lift

Memorial Day Observance

2010-05-30T09:00:00.000-04:00

This is Memorial Day Weekend and everyone is planning trips to the pool and barbecues on the patio but are we forgetting the reason for this holiday? It's not just to officially acknowledge that Summer is upon us, but to acknowledge that there are brave and generous men and women who dedicate their lives literally to protecting us and our loved ones.So next time you see someone in uniform, thank

Many happy returns!

2010-05-29T16:26:00.003-04:00

I don't know what that means....year after year I've heard the saying "MANY HAPPY RETURNS" said to people having a birthday and I don't know what it means or refers to. Anybody know?Anyway, today is my birthday but I have to share it with other people at LibraryThing and my husband's golf buddy, I don't get to have it all to myself (It's okay, I really don't mind, at least that way I know

My blog is Carbon Neutral

2010-05-27T23:41:00.005-04:00

Everyone who knows me well, knows that I am not an outdoor person. Mosquitoes seem to know as soon as I step outside my door and I am swarmed upon and am bitten to death in less than 5 minutes. That said, that doesn't mean that I don't think that our environment can't or shouldn't be watched over so if I can do something as simple as ask for a tree to be planted in my blogs name to reduce carbon

36 years of Wedded Bliss

2010-05-25T21:14:00.004-04:00

Our anniversary is almost over and looking back at the entire day, it wasn't exactly what I would have wanted but at least we were together, and that's what's important.I started the day out visiting the Orthopedic doctor because both of my knees have been a major PAIN! since I started PT for my back. So when the Physical Therapist kicked me out because I couldn't do some of the work because of

What else do I do?

2010-05-22T10:36:00.006-04:00

I had a friend come back into my life after she had been out of the country for several years. We were trying to catch up on what we had been doing, and she asked me what else I had been doing other than reading (most of my blogging activity takes place on my book blog Chèli's Shelves.) I had to think for a minute but then started the whole list of activities.1) I have 3 different groups of

What would I be?

2010-05-21T16:29:00.003-04:00

I borrowed this meme from Helen at HelensBookBlog and thought it looked liike fun. Some were easier than others.If I was...a month, I'd be Marcha day of the week, I'd be Fridaya time of the day, I'd be Midnighta sea animal, I'd be a dolphina direction, I'd be Northa piece of furniture, I'd be a reclinera liquid, I'd be winea gemstone, I'd be diamonda tree, I'd be a magnoliaa tool, I'd be a q-tipa

Blogiversary passed by and I didn't notice!

2010-04-20T11:39:00.013-04:00

Well, two weeks ago was the anniversary of this blog and somehow or other I was so busy that it just slipped right by me. I set up this blog to let my friends and family keep track of what I was doing and what was keeping me busy. So, I've decided that an update is in order.Since I originally started out, I have made a design change and I hope everyone likes the look. So on to the update.1) My

A trip to the Mountains

2010-04-08T10:12:00.002-04:00

This week I set off to West Virginia to visit one of my best friends that I hadn't seen in quite a while. (The drive up was beautiful - the day was sunny and warm and the sky was bright blue and the trees were budding - a perfect day for a drive.) My friend, Chrissy, and I have known each other for over 30 years and though we don't get together as much as we used to, we do talk on the phone and

Florida - weather surprise

2010-03-06T16:42:00.002-05:00

My husband Tim and I headed to Florida this weekend for a little warmth and family visits and well as some golf for him. It's his birthday Sunday so we thought it would be a treat.We thought there would be warm weather and sunshine in Tampa - the west coast of Florida but instead we were met with strong winds, overcast skies and temperatures in the 50's. We must have been on the wrong plane.

Round 2 - Mother Nature's displeasure

2010-02-09T23:09:00.006-05:00

Well, it's snowing again. Mother Nature apparently is displeased with my area of the nation and is pounding us with an additional "blizzard" just when we thought we were beginning to move again. Hoping it won't be as bad as the first storm, but we shall see.Here is another photo from Round 1. This is from my sister's yard. Do you think these deer are wondering where to go next? I'm wondering too.

More Snow

2010-02-07T15:21:00.006-05:00

I guess I spoke (wrote) too soon last time. This weekend we were hit with 31" of snow. That is no typo - 31" of snow. The boys have managed to shovel down to the street but the plow hasn't come through yet so we are stilled "snowed in". The back porch still has piles of snow and I doubt we'll get through the screen door to clear it anytime soon.

Snow, snow and more snow!

2010-02-02T22:25:00.003-05:00

Usually, in our neck of the woods during the winter months, we get a few dustings of snow (2"-3"). Every once in a while, we'll get a wintry mix (ice and snow). Then maybe a few times we'll get a nice little snow storm (4" - 6") but rarely do we get hit with more than 6". So far this year we've had 5 measurable storms (usually on a weekend) - Dec 20th we got hit with 15" and since we've been

Busy, busy, busy

2010-01-19T13:31:00.003-05:00

I apologize to all who follow because I have been so busy with family visits and reading and year end work for Tim that I haven't even wished you a happy new year.So many things have been keeping me busy that I didn't tell you all about my holidays.Christmas was quiet, Tim and I stayed home for the day and just tried to relax. We went to Richmond for New Years where we spent time with Tim's

Snow in Maryland

2009-12-20T15:28:00.005-05:00

Well, our little blizzard for 2009 has finished falling, and we got about 15" in our neighborhood. We spent yesterday watching the falling snow and drinking hot Cocoa before it finally stopped. This morning dawned crisp and clear with bright sunshine for a sparkling winter wonderland.I guess we will have a white Christmas after all due to all the snow (I doubt it will melt by Friday.)

Rush of Parties

2009-12-07T23:06:00.003-05:00

It was quiet at home today. After attending and hosting 3 Christmas parties this weekend, I needed the quiet.Friday, Tim's office had their annual Christmas party and I had to spend the day at the office typing name tags for the expected guests. Saturday, we woke to snow falling. we got about 4 inches but that didn't stop us from hosting our Bridge group's Christmas dinner/party. If that

We give Thanks

2009-11-26T23:16:00.003-05:00

Plans for Thanksgiving are always so intense - thoughts of all kinds of food.This year we had plans to visit with John & Ellen in Richmond along with the Derry's from Louisiana bringing our little Jackson north. Unfortunately, plans changed because Fred (Ellen's father) became ill and is in the hospital ( and our prayers) so we headed north to Grammy's rather than south.Grammy had tasks for the

Countdown for the holidays has started!

2009-11-24T18:10:00.007-05:00

I was just visiting my sister's blog (Tutu's Two Cents) and she confirmed that Beth, over at Beth Fish Reads has given us permission to take a break from our computers for the holidays. YES, the holidays... So blame it on Tutu, she got me starting thinking about the holidays and everything that had to be done. They are coming and with them, many mysteries to be solved with moments of wondering ..

Make your own Christmas Cards

2009-11-04T18:15:00.002-05:00

If anyone ever wanted to take a photo and make your own cards (christmas or otherwise), its so easy with the people at CrinkledNose.com The son of a friend of mine works there and they are so helpful if you have any problems, but the process is easy and fast. The hardest part, for me, was choosing a picture. I had them last year and they are sensational. Reasonably priced too!

Myrtle Beach Vacation

2009-11-02T15:25:00.004-05:00

Let's forget about the troubles in the real world and think about a week of R&R in Myrtle Beach. Tim and I first met up with his sister Kathy and her fiancé, David, for the South Carolina game on Saturday the 24th. Tim went to the game and I sat home (what else is new?). Then Sunday morning we headed to the coast and met up with his sister Mary-ellen and his brother John and wife Ellen.We had a

Appliance problems

2009-11-02T15:07:00.005-05:00

Well, it appears that October was not a good month for the Derry Home appliances. Tim and I returned from our week in Myrtle Beach (we had a great time) and thought we would slowly settle into our normal existence - WRONG!As some of you know the dryer died and the washer was following it shortly, so Tim and I broke down and purchased a new washer and dryer. Because we got it stacked, the laundry

A Week of R & R

2009-10-24T21:05:00.004-04:00

Tim and I hit the road this morning heading south to Myrtle Beach for a week of rest and relaxation with family. We started today in Columbia SC where Tim went to the University of South Carolina Homecoming game vs. Vanderbilt with his sister Kathy, her fiancé, and his son. Leslie, our nephew Bradley's wife, also came to go to the game. I stayed at the condo which was so close that they all

Mom turns 85!

2009-10-21T23:48:00.006-04:00

Well, today was my mother's 85th birthday.I stopped by to see her last night since I knew that I wouldn't make it on the actually day. I did send her 85 yellow roses because they are her favorites and I know that my Dad have wanted her to have them. She's a feisty lady and still going strong (though she would probably debate that fact).I was reminded this week how fortunate I am that my Mom is

Change in the household

2009-10-14T12:12:00.006-04:00

Things are still tough economically all over, but we should never be in the situation that is facing our friend - he lost his job, and his home has been foreclosed, and now he is homeless - not really. He's moving in with us until he can get back on his feet.In return for a roof over his head, he'll give Tim a hand with the outdoor chores so Tim will have more time to spend with tailgates, golf,

I got an Award!

2009-10-07T22:07:00.001-04:00

My beautiful niece, and fellow blogger Leslie presented me with this exciting award! She has so much love for life and the world around her, it's unbelieveable. Check her out here at Leslie's Blog! Here are the rules of the "One Lovely Blog Award": Accept the award, post it on your blog together with the name of the person who has granted the award, and his or her blog link. Pass the award

The Dryer died...

2009-09-29T18:09:00.000-04:00

My dryer has finally given up the ghost and will no longer generate any heat to dry clothes. The washer has been on its last legs for several months, so Tim said now was the time to replace them both. So I spent the entire day hunting down new ones. The morning was spent on the Internet, from website to website and then this afternoon I went to a few places looking at different features and

Big Event!

2009-09-23T14:12:00.001-04:00

I'm really excited because I'm hosting my first giveaway on my book blog. Check out Cheli's Shelves for your chance to win a new book with over 80 recipes that are included with the story.

Good day, Bad day

2009-09-20T20:42:00.005-04:00

I woke up this morning and I felt pretty good. It was the first night on my new pillow and I was surprised at how well I slept. It was planned that I was supposed to go to the Country Club where Tim (after playing golf and showering) and I would meet up with Mary-ellen and Molly (after they dropped Bryan at the airport) and head to the Wine Festival in Virginia. However, things didn't run

Tell me if I'm wrong...

2009-09-17T18:19:00.004-04:00

I am terrified of bugs especially spiders so for me to even be able to talk when I see one is a miracle in itself. Two nights ago, I was sitting at my desk playing Farmtown on Facebook (I admit it) and out of the corner of my eye I see something move. I turn and see this giant spider moving across the chair rail toward me. I jumped up and SCREAMED for Tim and he finally came and killed it. Last

Can the terps do better?

2009-09-12T17:43:00.002-04:00

Well, tailgate season has officially begun. Tim headed out 2:30PM this afternoon to the first Maryland Terrapin home game of the season and I probably won't see him again until midnight. I just hope that they do better ( a win would be great) then last week. GO TERPS!

Terps need better luck

2009-09-06T14:36:00.004-04:00

Bear and I were just sitting around not doing much. (Uncle Mike has corrupted him into a beer drinking bear.) I'm reading and he's watching the games on TV. Bear wasn't happy with the Terps results last night. Said he was going to have to get his football jersey out and put it on to bring them some better luck next week. Tim still won't let him go to the games even with his own MD football

Golf balls not flying!

2009-09-03T19:43:00.002-04:00

I went to Country club today to hit some balls and have lunch with the ladies.I didn't do very well. My back's been bothering me a bit and when I started hitting balls, it kept yelling at me to stop. The balls weren't getting into the air either. So I putted a few balls and then went to sit on the patio while I waited for the other ladies. What a gorgeous day to just soak up some sun.

A day with Sister #2

2009-08-26T18:49:00.003-04:00

In my family, we jokingly always go by number, all our names seemed to run together when we were young, so to keep straight with our parents, we were #1, #2, etc I was daughter #4.Today I spent with sister #2, Mary-Ruth, who is a floral designer for special events. She wanted some feedback on her website so I went up to her house and we chatted about it. Then I helped her with computer things

Bears!

2009-08-26T17:41:00.004-04:00

All of you that know me well, know how much I love teddy bears! Well, I just found this blog that is by a lady who is giving away a special bear in honor of her 25th anniversary as a bear artist. Can you believe that - giving away a bear!I've entered, you can too at her blog Bear Bits.

Jackson 6 month old!

2009-08-20T17:47:00.004-04:00

I can't believe that little Jackson is 6 months old already!He's changing so fast just in the pictures. I know that Mom & Dad are taking good care of him.Kisses and Hugs from Nonna to Jackson on his ½ Birthday!

Busy weekend!

2009-08-17T17:55:00.003-04:00

Tim and I had a very busy weekend.First on Saturday, we got together at his sister's (Mary-ellen) house for a barbecue/crab feast. All the members of Tim's Maryland Terrapin tailgate group were there to kickoff the new season. We ate and drank and enjoyed each others' tales of their summer and what was in the offing. After the tailgaters left, the Derrys planned for our October trip to Myrtle

Reunion

2009-08-09T00:20:00.004-04:00

Every year, about this time, we get together with friends from college and remember the good old days, when were were young. We think about the number of years that we have been married, and what we did when we were in college and what we looked like back then. We think about the people that we haven't seen in years and wonder what they're up to, are they still on this earth. We all realize

Nothing special

2009-08-05T18:22:00.004-04:00

Well, I'm settling back into the normal existence with the regular chores of laundry and grocery shopping and other errands. I won't say that I have housework to do because those of you that know me, know that I don't do housework. Well, I never used to do housework. Nowadays since we are on the austerity program due to the economy and I do not have a cleaning lady anymore, I do have to

Travels over

2009-07-31T20:10:00.007-04:00

Well, July has come to an end and so have my travels for the near future. For the month I spent a week in Myrtle Beach with Tim's family, nearly a week in Maine with my sister and great-niece, and a few days at Deep Creek Lake with Tim's boss and his wife. I had a great time at each spot, but I honestly am ready to settle into my own bed for awhile.