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It's been a while since I've posted.
I felt like I needed a break from the online world.
During the past month I was attacked by The Crud, upper respiratory stuff (with a 3 day temperature) which is almost all resolved. It amazes me that I still have an occasional cough that brings up stuff. (just. ick.)
We also held our Education Fair for our staff. Fortunately, I was the most ill the days I was not scheduled to work. Though fatigued, I was able to fulfill my role for the event, and it went well.
I'm looking forward to summer weather.
I'll be posting again soon.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Sunday, May 21, 2017
Saturday, April 8, 2017
Saturday 04.08.2017
Another great day!!
Sunshine and birdsong. Temperature was high 30's when I went out for a run, and mid 40's when I got back in. The warm sun is showing us what's coming for the next few months...
Breakfast, shower.
Spent a lot of time in the kitchen yesterday, making a cake, and partially decorating it last night. Today I put another layer of frosting on, then mixed up another small amount to "color".
Went over to Frank's--we picked up sticks and he raked in the back yard, tidying it up. Looking good...
I went out for "party things" on the list, picking up what he hadn't. I dropped those items back at his house, and he and I went out for food.
I then spent the remaining evening hours in the kitchen, as he wanted a couple batches of brownies, but doesn't have the right size pan. While those were baking, I put the remainder of the frosting decor on the cake.
Tomorrow is party day. I think he's a little geeked about having guests--his first "real" party. Happy 40th to my last born....
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Sunshine and birdsong. Temperature was high 30's when I went out for a run, and mid 40's when I got back in. The warm sun is showing us what's coming for the next few months...
Breakfast, shower.
Spent a lot of time in the kitchen yesterday, making a cake, and partially decorating it last night. Today I put another layer of frosting on, then mixed up another small amount to "color".
Went over to Frank's--we picked up sticks and he raked in the back yard, tidying it up. Looking good...
I went out for "party things" on the list, picking up what he hadn't. I dropped those items back at his house, and he and I went out for food.
I then spent the remaining evening hours in the kitchen, as he wanted a couple batches of brownies, but doesn't have the right size pan. While those were baking, I put the remainder of the frosting decor on the cake.
Tomorrow is party day. I think he's a little geeked about having guests--his first "real" party. Happy 40th to my last born....
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Tuesday, April 4, 2017
Tuesday 04.04.2017
Another great day!
After doing the therapy exercises, went out for a run.
Very wormy out there. Some places I had to watch my step so as to not step or slip on the crawling creatures. Birdsong, and a very cool breeze that smelled like...snow?!? I had heard that there was "weather" moving in.
Breakfast, shower.
Laundry.
Cleaned the interior of the car of "winter".
Enjoyed the crockpot dinner.
Packaged the remainders, cleaned the kitchen.
A quiet rest of the night.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
After doing the therapy exercises, went out for a run.
Very wormy out there. Some places I had to watch my step so as to not step or slip on the crawling creatures. Birdsong, and a very cool breeze that smelled like...snow?!? I had heard that there was "weather" moving in.
Breakfast, shower.
Laundry.
Cleaned the interior of the car of "winter".
Enjoyed the crockpot dinner.
Packaged the remainders, cleaned the kitchen.
A quiet rest of the night.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Saturday, April 1, 2017
Saturday 04.01.2017
Another great day!
Worked.
"Floated" out.
"Sat" "one-to-one" with a patient.
I know that God puts me in the best place.
It turned out to be an ok day.
My hip is still sore from yesterday's manipulation. Almost feeling queasy tonight....
Tomorrow is another work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Worked.
"Floated" out.
"Sat" "one-to-one" with a patient.
I know that God puts me in the best place.
It turned out to be an ok day.
My hip is still sore from yesterday's manipulation. Almost feeling queasy tonight....
Tomorrow is another work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Friday, March 31, 2017
Friday 03.31.2017
I took a few days away from the computer--just been the typical work-and-meetings kind of days....
And this one is another great day!
Went to the doctor again for the hip problem. Evaluation showed some improvement. He manipulated the lower back (he's an osteopathic physician, family practice) and put heat on it. The rest of the day it's been sore, as the structures are letting me know they've been worked on.
I did the physical therapy exercises and went out for a run before going over to the doctor.
This afternoon I did laundry, fixed food and ate, cleaned the kitchen.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
And this one is another great day!
Went to the doctor again for the hip problem. Evaluation showed some improvement. He manipulated the lower back (he's an osteopathic physician, family practice) and put heat on it. The rest of the day it's been sore, as the structures are letting me know they've been worked on.
I did the physical therapy exercises and went out for a run before going over to the doctor.
This afternoon I did laundry, fixed food and ate, cleaned the kitchen.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Monday, March 20, 2017
Monday 03.20.2017
Another great day!
Worked--had a call-in from the other person in my job role.
The Unit was full and I was steady busy. The Best Co-Workers Ever all did what needed to be done, and we all had a Great Day!!
I even had the bonus of seeing family members, as we have another little one coming. She's trying to come a little early, though. Hoping for the best outcome!
Tomorrow is another work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Worked--had a call-in from the other person in my job role.
The Unit was full and I was steady busy. The Best Co-Workers Ever all did what needed to be done, and we all had a Great Day!!
I even had the bonus of seeing family members, as we have another little one coming. She's trying to come a little early, though. Hoping for the best outcome!
Tomorrow is another work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
Wednesday 03.15.2017
Another great day!
Sunshine, cold wind.
Went over to see Robin, the physical therapist.
She thinks there is still some spasm and swelling in the hip. And after she worked on it, it was aggravated and sore. Better, but sore.
Her favorite line--it didn't happen overnight. It won't get better overnight, either.
A quiet remainder of the day.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Sunshine, cold wind.
Went over to see Robin, the physical therapist.
She thinks there is still some spasm and swelling in the hip. And after she worked on it, it was aggravated and sore. Better, but sore.
Her favorite line--it didn't happen overnight. It won't get better overnight, either.
A quiet remainder of the day.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Monday, March 13, 2017
Monday 03.13.2017
Another great day!
Worked the weekend, nicely busy.
Snow started this morning. Didn't look like much, at first. 10:30, the mailman left footprints in about 2 inches. I left for a meeting an hour later, and shoveled a path to the garage. At least 3 inches, and was heavy. Hm, I'll need to shovel when get back.
The plow had come by, shoving that wet snow up the apron of the driveway, and even onto the sidewalk. (that plow must have been going a little faster than the 25 mph speed limit...)
I had a bite to eat before going out. By the time I got bundled up and out there, there was about 5 inches! I'm thinking that I'd shovel. After a couple of scoops, I got the snow blower.
Got that done, cleaned out the machine, put it away.
A quiet rest of the night.
Tomorrow is a massage. Finally.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Worked the weekend, nicely busy.
Snow started this morning. Didn't look like much, at first. 10:30, the mailman left footprints in about 2 inches. I left for a meeting an hour later, and shoveled a path to the garage. At least 3 inches, and was heavy. Hm, I'll need to shovel when get back.
The plow had come by, shoving that wet snow up the apron of the driveway, and even onto the sidewalk. (that plow must have been going a little faster than the 25 mph speed limit...)
I had a bite to eat before going out. By the time I got bundled up and out there, there was about 5 inches! I'm thinking that I'd shovel. After a couple of scoops, I got the snow blower.
Got that done, cleaned out the machine, put it away.
A quiet rest of the night.
Tomorrow is a massage. Finally.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Thursday, March 9, 2017
Thursday 03.09.2017
Another great day!
Went to a meeting, got lots accomplished.
Went out to the store for fresh food.
Supper, chores.
A quiet night.
I have electricity and internet, but found that the tv cable is out when I tried to look at the weather channel.
Tomorrow is doctor appointment, follow up on the hip situation.
Hope you all are safe and warm.
Hugs.
Went to a meeting, got lots accomplished.
Went out to the store for fresh food.
Supper, chores.
A quiet night.
I have electricity and internet, but found that the tv cable is out when I tried to look at the weather channel.
Tomorrow is doctor appointment, follow up on the hip situation.
Hope you all are safe and warm.
Hugs.
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
Wednesday 03.08.2017
Another great day!
Woke this morning, cracked an eye to check the clock. 0630. Maybe I can get another sleep cycle...
Ring ring.
Calling for help, can you come in??
*sigh*
I know how busy we've been, and how one more staff can make a much better day. And if I said "no", I'd think about them all day....
I got up and ready to go. Helped where I could, and got back home about noon.
Changed clothes and went over to my therapy appointment.
My hip had spasmed a couple hours after getting to work this morning, causing nausea and giant ICK feeling. I would have taken something if staying for the whole day, but chose not to, as I was going to therapy.
Robin worked on it, and got the lower back/sacrum back into place. The spasm had eased (from the major discomfort of earlier). Her treatment wasn't as uncomfortable as previous treatments, which helped reinforce that the exercises I've been doing really is helping. She often says that "it didn't get that way overnight...". It needs to quit bothering me.
Rested when I got home. Had great ideas of going back out for errands, but didn't get there. Fixed food, ate, and did some computer stuff.
Tomorrow is a meeting.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Woke this morning, cracked an eye to check the clock. 0630. Maybe I can get another sleep cycle...
Ring ring.
Calling for help, can you come in??
*sigh*
I know how busy we've been, and how one more staff can make a much better day. And if I said "no", I'd think about them all day....
I got up and ready to go. Helped where I could, and got back home about noon.
Changed clothes and went over to my therapy appointment.
My hip had spasmed a couple hours after getting to work this morning, causing nausea and giant ICK feeling. I would have taken something if staying for the whole day, but chose not to, as I was going to therapy.
Robin worked on it, and got the lower back/sacrum back into place. The spasm had eased (from the major discomfort of earlier). Her treatment wasn't as uncomfortable as previous treatments, which helped reinforce that the exercises I've been doing really is helping. She often says that "it didn't get that way overnight...". It needs to quit bothering me.
Rested when I got home. Had great ideas of going back out for errands, but didn't get there. Fixed food, ate, and did some computer stuff.
Tomorrow is a meeting.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Tursday 03.07.2017
Another great day!
Busy work day, great staff.
Quiet night.
Tomorrow is a therapy appointment.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Busy work day, great staff.
Quiet night.
Tomorrow is a therapy appointment.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Monday, March 6, 2017
Monday 03.06.2017
Another great day!
Steady busy work day.
Doing it again tomorrow.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Sunday, March 5, 2017
Sunday 03.05.2017
Another great day!
Sunshine, temps above freezing.
Went out for a run after it warmed up a little--it was maybe 35 degrees. The breeze was a little cool when I first started out, but the sun was warm.
Shower, laundry.
Fixed a lighter supper, cleaned up the kitchen, did a little computer work.
Frank stopped over for a short visit.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Sunshine, temps above freezing.
Went out for a run after it warmed up a little--it was maybe 35 degrees. The breeze was a little cool when I first started out, but the sun was warm.
Shower, laundry.
Fixed a lighter supper, cleaned up the kitchen, did a little computer work.
Frank stopped over for a short visit.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Saturday, March 4, 2017
Saturday 03.04.2017
Another great day!
Sunshine, wind quieting.
Warming to 32 degrees here.
Spent the afternoon at Frank's for a nice visit.
Laundry in the evening.
Tomorrow I hope to run.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Sunshine, wind quieting.
Warming to 32 degrees here.
Spent the afternoon at Frank's for a nice visit.
Laundry in the evening.
Tomorrow I hope to run.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Friday, March 3, 2017
Friday 03.03.2017
Worked today.
"Floated out" to two different rooms, both patients were awesome. I always gain a new perspective when I give this kind of care.
Stopped on the way home for a few sale items.
A quiet night.
Tomorrow is errands.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
"Floated out" to two different rooms, both patients were awesome. I always gain a new perspective when I give this kind of care.
Stopped on the way home for a few sale items.
A quiet night.
Tomorrow is errands.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
Wednesday 03.01.2017
Another great day!
Went over for therapy. Going into the building, it was 54 degrees, and the red-wing blackbirds were making Spring noises. An hour and a half later, it was 43 degrees with a cold wind blowing.
The therapist, Robin, sure works me over. I was queasy and just not feeling well for a couple hours after. Tylenol, motrin, fresh coffee, and a little rest helped me to feel better.
Went out for errands, came back and fixed supper. Ate, cleaned the kitchen, had a quiet night.
Tomorrow is a dental filling.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Went over for therapy. Going into the building, it was 54 degrees, and the red-wing blackbirds were making Spring noises. An hour and a half later, it was 43 degrees with a cold wind blowing.
The therapist, Robin, sure works me over. I was queasy and just not feeling well for a couple hours after. Tylenol, motrin, fresh coffee, and a little rest helped me to feel better.
Went out for errands, came back and fixed supper. Ate, cleaned the kitchen, had a quiet night.
Tomorrow is a dental filling.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
Tuesday 02.28.2017
Another great day!
A different kind of work day--taught three BLS/CPR classes. And I liked it.
Tomorrow I have another therapy appointment.
Severe weather here tonight. Thunderstorms, tornadoes, wind, hail. And smells wormy. Hm.
Happy Spring???
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
A different kind of work day--taught three BLS/CPR classes. And I liked it.
Tomorrow I have another therapy appointment.
Severe weather here tonight. Thunderstorms, tornadoes, wind, hail. And smells wormy. Hm.
Happy Spring???
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Saturday, February 25, 2017
Saturday 02.25.2017
Another great day!
Woke to see giant snowflakes. 35 degrees colder than yesterday. Isn't that amazing?!?
Went out to teach the BLS/CPR course. It went well, and we had a good time doing it.
I did a couple of errands, came home, fixed food and ate.
Tried to stay awake, but gave in and closed my eyes for a while. (maybe like on and off for a couple of hours?? yikes...)
A couple of phone conversations, and a quiet rest of the night.
Might get together with Frank tomorrow.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Woke to see giant snowflakes. 35 degrees colder than yesterday. Isn't that amazing?!?
Went out to teach the BLS/CPR course. It went well, and we had a good time doing it.
I did a couple of errands, came home, fixed food and ate.
Tried to stay awake, but gave in and closed my eyes for a while. (maybe like on and off for a couple of hours?? yikes...)
A couple of phone conversations, and a quiet rest of the night.
Might get together with Frank tomorrow.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Friday, February 24, 2017
Friday 02.24.2017
Another great day!
Went downtown to a shoe store, where the knowledgeable store owner listened to my needs, watched me walk without shoes on, sized my feet on the sizer, and selected a model.
A couple sizes of that one, he went to get a different model. I think he may have tried 3 sizes of that one, too. He modified the arch support for me ("no charge") and made a sale. Come back any time for adjustments to the shoes.
Sure hope they last longer than 9 or 12 months. Is that realistic?? I only wear them 3 days a week.
Stopped for fresh food on the way home.
Sat on the front porch and read in 67 degree weather IN FEBRUARY, IN MICHIGAN. Until.....
A mosquito got me. IN FEBRUARY!!! IN MICHIGAN!!!!
This weather is so crazy. The oak and maple trees in my yard are budded out, and the day lilies are up 3 inches. I have to say, I'm quite concerned about the tree crops here.
Tomorrow I teach a morning BLS class.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Went downtown to a shoe store, where the knowledgeable store owner listened to my needs, watched me walk without shoes on, sized my feet on the sizer, and selected a model.
A couple sizes of that one, he went to get a different model. I think he may have tried 3 sizes of that one, too. He modified the arch support for me ("no charge") and made a sale. Come back any time for adjustments to the shoes.
Sure hope they last longer than 9 or 12 months. Is that realistic?? I only wear them 3 days a week.
Stopped for fresh food on the way home.
Sat on the front porch and read in 67 degree weather IN FEBRUARY, IN MICHIGAN. Until.....
A mosquito got me. IN FEBRUARY!!! IN MICHIGAN!!!!
This weather is so crazy. The oak and maple trees in my yard are budded out, and the day lilies are up 3 inches. I have to say, I'm quite concerned about the tree crops here.
Tomorrow I teach a morning BLS class.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
Tuesday 02.21.2017
Another great day!
It's been longer than I thought since the last post...
Worked Saturday and Sunday, busy, and most of the staff are ill. Fatigued, glassy-eyed, coughing. Me too, at least until today.
Went to therapy Monday, saw doctor today. Both are seeing improvement, and I agree. I'm still sore, but not as much. And I feel more "stable" through the skeleton. Sounds odd, but having the back/spine adjusted into alignment is helpful!
Today I strung a line outdoors, and put my bedding out. "Blowing the stink off" as Elaine would say. Had to finish the sheets in the dryer, though. The blankets and pillows I put out without washing.
Looking forward to a "fresh" bed tonight, and tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
It's been longer than I thought since the last post...
Worked Saturday and Sunday, busy, and most of the staff are ill. Fatigued, glassy-eyed, coughing. Me too, at least until today.
Went to therapy Monday, saw doctor today. Both are seeing improvement, and I agree. I'm still sore, but not as much. And I feel more "stable" through the skeleton. Sounds odd, but having the back/spine adjusted into alignment is helpful!
Today I strung a line outdoors, and put my bedding out. "Blowing the stink off" as Elaine would say. Had to finish the sheets in the dryer, though. The blankets and pillows I put out without washing.
Looking forward to a "fresh" bed tonight, and tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Friday, February 17, 2017
Friday 02.17.2017
Another great day!
A brief appointment in Lansing, then back home for a few minutes before going to the therapy appointment.
Robin is the therapist; she worked on me for over an hour again today. I do think she's helping, much more than the other therapists did. I'm thankful to have her as part of my care team.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
A brief appointment in Lansing, then back home for a few minutes before going to the therapy appointment.
Robin is the therapist; she worked on me for over an hour again today. I do think she's helping, much more than the other therapists did. I'm thankful to have her as part of my care team.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Thursday, February 16, 2017
Thursday 02.16.2017
Another great day!
Went for a dental cleaning. Hygienist said I was "doing a great job".
Doctor came in for his "exam". "Visual evidence of decay under existing repair".
Ugh.
I know what that means.
Scheduled for a removal of old filling, remove new decay, and refill. Ick.
Went out for a walk in the sun this afternoon. Was definitely colder than it looked out there.
Laundry and other household tasks.
Tomorrow is an appointment in Lansing, then another therapy appointment.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Went for a dental cleaning. Hygienist said I was "doing a great job".
Doctor came in for his "exam". "Visual evidence of decay under existing repair".
Ugh.
I know what that means.
Scheduled for a removal of old filling, remove new decay, and refill. Ick.
Went out for a walk in the sun this afternoon. Was definitely colder than it looked out there.
Laundry and other household tasks.
Tomorrow is an appointment in Lansing, then another therapy appointment.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Wednesday 02.15.2017
Another great day!
Went to therapy at a new place.
This Therapist, Robin, did a great job. She worked on me for almost an hour, then hooked up a "stimulator", covered the area with an ice pack, and left me for 20 minutes.
I've been "fatigued" most of the remainder of the day. But I do think the spasm was released. And I'm not as sore as I thought I might be. (so far...)
Tomorrow is a dental appointment, and a meeting.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Went to therapy at a new place.
This Therapist, Robin, did a great job. She worked on me for almost an hour, then hooked up a "stimulator", covered the area with an ice pack, and left me for 20 minutes.
I've been "fatigued" most of the remainder of the day. But I do think the spasm was released. And I'm not as sore as I thought I might be. (so far...)
Tomorrow is a dental appointment, and a meeting.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
Tuesday 02.14.2017
Another great day!
Worked. A slower kind of busy.
Whew. We needed it.
And a new Valentine added to the World--Annebelle Elaine.
Welcome Little One.
Tomorrow is a new therapist for the hip.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Worked. A slower kind of busy.
Whew. We needed it.
And a new Valentine added to the World--Annebelle Elaine.
Welcome Little One.
Tomorrow is a new therapist for the hip.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Monday, February 13, 2017
Monday 02.13.2017
Another great day!
Worked. An odd busy, just enough to get it done and take a breath.
And, of course, just before end of shift, someone needed help.
And I clocked out late.
Home, and a quiet night.
Doing it again tomorrow.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Worked. An odd busy, just enough to get it done and take a breath.
And, of course, just before end of shift, someone needed help.
And I clocked out late.
Home, and a quiet night.
Doing it again tomorrow.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Sunday, February 12, 2017
Sunday 02.12.2017
Another great day!!
Went out for a run, even though the forecast was for rain. I decided to "chance it", as it wasn't raining when I went out.
It never did rain.
I'm glad I went out.
Fixed Valentine treats and took them over for Frank.
And had a nice rest of the day.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading.
Hugs.
Went out for a run, even though the forecast was for rain. I decided to "chance it", as it wasn't raining when I went out.
It never did rain.
I'm glad I went out.
Fixed Valentine treats and took them over for Frank.
And had a nice rest of the day.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading.
Hugs.
Saturday, February 11, 2017
Saturday 02.11.2017
Another great day!
After a quiet morning, I spent the afternoon with Frank.
He wanted to show me all the improvements he's done with his house. He's done a good job!
We had a nice visit, went out for dinner, then went to a few stores looking for items for his "projects".
Back at home, I had a quiet rest of the night.
Tomorrow I'll work on my own "projects".
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
After a quiet morning, I spent the afternoon with Frank.
He wanted to show me all the improvements he's done with his house. He's done a good job!
We had a nice visit, went out for dinner, then went to a few stores looking for items for his "projects".
Back at home, I had a quiet rest of the night.
Tomorrow I'll work on my own "projects".
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Wednesday, February 8, 2017
Wednesday 02.08.2017
Another great day!
Worked the last couple of days.
Found some YouTube videos of exercises to help with the piriformis/hip discomfort, and have done a 15-20 minute session both Monday and Tuesday after work. It does help, and I ended up going to bed after.
Today I went out for a run, which was enjoyable. There was some bird chatter that sounded Spring-like. Nobody knows what season it is anymore, what with the temperatures and weather fluctuating so greatly.
Tomorrow is a gathering with a work group.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Worked the last couple of days.
Found some YouTube videos of exercises to help with the piriformis/hip discomfort, and have done a 15-20 minute session both Monday and Tuesday after work. It does help, and I ended up going to bed after.
Today I went out for a run, which was enjoyable. There was some bird chatter that sounded Spring-like. Nobody knows what season it is anymore, what with the temperatures and weather fluctuating so greatly.
Tomorrow is a gathering with a work group.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Sunday, February 5, 2017
Saturday 02.04.2017
Another great day!
A low key morning. Did some reading, breakfast.
Went out for errands, came back, and fixed some fabulous chicken soup with home made dumplings.
Frank came over and we enjoyed the soup and the company.
Tomorrow I need to work on those chores....
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
A low key morning. Did some reading, breakfast.
Went out for errands, came back, and fixed some fabulous chicken soup with home made dumplings.
Frank came over and we enjoyed the soup and the company.
Tomorrow I need to work on those chores....
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Friday, February 3, 2017
Friday 02.03.2017
Another great day!
Worked, and had a nice day! A just-right busy, great co-workers, and lunch!!
Clocked out on time, too.
A quiet night.
Chores tomorrow.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Worked, and had a nice day! A just-right busy, great co-workers, and lunch!!
Clocked out on time, too.
A quiet night.
Chores tomorrow.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Thursday, February 2, 2017
Thursday 02.02.2017
Another great day!
Although I "floated out" today. First half of the day, I worked their floor, doing what I could. Second half of the day, I "sat" with someone. I really enjoyed the patient, and was nice to be in just one room.
A quiet evening.
And warm in the house!!
The insulation guy had been here and finished the job. Doesn't look as nice as if it had been done correctly the first time, but it's not obviously awful.
Tomorrow I should be working my own unit.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Although I "floated out" today. First half of the day, I worked their floor, doing what I could. Second half of the day, I "sat" with someone. I really enjoyed the patient, and was nice to be in just one room.
A quiet evening.
And warm in the house!!
The insulation guy had been here and finished the job. Doesn't look as nice as if it had been done correctly the first time, but it's not obviously awful.
Tomorrow I should be working my own unit.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Wednesday, February 1, 2017
Wednesday 02.01.2017
Another great day!
Went out and shoveled the drive again this morning. Another almost inch fell early this morning. Looking at the weather--predicted to be below freezing the next many days, and didn't want that stuff to freeze on the driveway. So I shoveled.
The sun was out and felt warm; most of the drive melted dry. And then there was a squall later this afternoon/early evening. I didn't go out and do it again.
The insulation company owner came out today to inspect the job. What I thought were concerns, he found on his own. He called back and will have someone over tomorrow to "take care of it". I don't think he was real happy with his guy. Hope his guy respects my environment tomorrow. I won't be here, as I'm scheduled to work.
Made a lot of phone calls, and got some things taken care of, and worked on a project. Just about done with that.
A quiet rest of the night.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Went out and shoveled the drive again this morning. Another almost inch fell early this morning. Looking at the weather--predicted to be below freezing the next many days, and didn't want that stuff to freeze on the driveway. So I shoveled.
The sun was out and felt warm; most of the drive melted dry. And then there was a squall later this afternoon/early evening. I didn't go out and do it again.
The insulation company owner came out today to inspect the job. What I thought were concerns, he found on his own. He called back and will have someone over tomorrow to "take care of it". I don't think he was real happy with his guy. Hope his guy respects my environment tomorrow. I won't be here, as I'm scheduled to work.
Made a lot of phone calls, and got some things taken care of, and worked on a project. Just about done with that.
A quiet rest of the night.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Tuesday, January 31, 2017
Tuesday 01.31.2017
Another great day!
I went up to Flushing last night (to beat the storm) and took Diane to an appointment today.
We had to shovel her driveway this morning before going out.
The procedure went as expected; she slept the rest of the afternoon while Lois and I had a great visit.
A safe drive home, thank you God, with the snow squalls decreasing visibility and causing slide-offs.
Of course, the plow pile at the end of the driveway was yucky, but I was able to get in. After a snack and unpacking, I bundled up and went out to clear the snow.
It was really a pretty night. 31 degrees and just a light intermittent breeze. The snow was wet and heavy, but I took my time and got it done. Then I went for a short walk, watching the clouds racing as the sky tries to clear.
Tomorrow is an appointment.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
I went up to Flushing last night (to beat the storm) and took Diane to an appointment today.
We had to shovel her driveway this morning before going out.
The procedure went as expected; she slept the rest of the afternoon while Lois and I had a great visit.
A safe drive home, thank you God, with the snow squalls decreasing visibility and causing slide-offs.
Of course, the plow pile at the end of the driveway was yucky, but I was able to get in. After a snack and unpacking, I bundled up and went out to clear the snow.
It was really a pretty night. 31 degrees and just a light intermittent breeze. The snow was wet and heavy, but I took my time and got it done. Then I went for a short walk, watching the clouds racing as the sky tries to clear.
Tomorrow is an appointment.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Sunday, January 29, 2017
Sunday 01.29.2017
Another great day!
Just about as busy as yesterday. The Greatest Co-Workers Ever helped to make it pleasant.
I was disappointed to feel my hip actually hurting and the bottom of the foot tingling around noontime. I have a therapy re-evaluation already scheduled for tomorrow afternoon. *sigh*
I may need to shovel in the morning.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Just about as busy as yesterday. The Greatest Co-Workers Ever helped to make it pleasant.
I was disappointed to feel my hip actually hurting and the bottom of the foot tingling around noontime. I have a therapy re-evaluation already scheduled for tomorrow afternoon. *sigh*
I may need to shovel in the morning.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Saturday, January 28, 2017
Saturday 01.28.2017
Another great day!!
Busy work day.
Warmer, humidified house this evening.
Doing it again tomorrow....
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Busy work day.
Warmer, humidified house this evening.
Doing it again tomorrow....
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Thursday, January 26, 2017
Thursday 01.26.2017
Another great day!
As the weather changes to cold again, the new insulation is proving to make for a more comfortable house.
And quieter.
I've definitely noticed a decrease in the traffic noise.
So nice. And so thankful for a great homeowner/landlord.
Tomorrow I've got a few chores to do.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
As the weather changes to cold again, the new insulation is proving to make for a more comfortable house.
And quieter.
I've definitely noticed a decrease in the traffic noise.
So nice. And so thankful for a great homeowner/landlord.
Tomorrow I've got a few chores to do.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Tuesday, January 24, 2017
Tuesday 01.24.2017
Another great day!
Tomorrow the insulation is being installed--woo hoo!!!
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Tomorrow the insulation is being installed--woo hoo!!!
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Saturday, January 21, 2017
Saturday 01.21.2017
What a great day!!
Frank was able to go with me to visit with the fam. All 5 of us siblings were together, blessings that we cherish.
A smaller gathering than previous ones; those not able to join us were missed.
A safe drive both there and back through the heavy fog. On the way back, the sun won out, temps in the high 50's and blue sky at home. Just. Wow.
Almost scary, considering it's late January in Michigan. The trees will be budding, and I've got day lilies coming up.
Tomorrow I'm going north again for a visit.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Frank was able to go with me to visit with the fam. All 5 of us siblings were together, blessings that we cherish.
A smaller gathering than previous ones; those not able to join us were missed.
A safe drive both there and back through the heavy fog. On the way back, the sun won out, temps in the high 50's and blue sky at home. Just. Wow.
Almost scary, considering it's late January in Michigan. The trees will be budding, and I've got day lilies coming up.
Tomorrow I'm going north again for a visit.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Friday, January 20, 2017
Friday 01.20.2017
Another great day!
Worked, busy, but with enough help.
Actually clocked out close to "on-time"!
Tomorrow is a drive to visit with my brothers. Looking forward to a fun afternoon.
Thank you for reading. Hugs/
Worked, busy, but with enough help.
Actually clocked out close to "on-time"!
Tomorrow is a drive to visit with my brothers. Looking forward to a fun afternoon.
Thank you for reading. Hugs/
Thursday, January 19, 2017
Thursday 01.19.2017
Another great day!
Went for the "annual" physical today.
All is well.
Errands on the way home, chores after I got back.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Went for the "annual" physical today.
All is well.
Errands on the way home, chores after I got back.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
Wednesday 01.18.2017
Another great day!
Went out for a run this morning. Mild temperature, high 30's, occasional light breeze. It was very pleasant, with some birdsong to accompany me.
Breakfast, shower.
Went out for errands before going to a meeting, which was very good.
Chores, supper, a quiet rest of the evening.
Tomorrow is the annual physical.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Went out for a run this morning. Mild temperature, high 30's, occasional light breeze. It was very pleasant, with some birdsong to accompany me.
Breakfast, shower.
Went out for errands before going to a meeting, which was very good.
Chores, supper, a quiet rest of the evening.
Tomorrow is the annual physical.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Tuesday 01.17.2017
Another great day!
I was very busy again today. I felt like a spinning top, spinning down the halls and bouncing in and out of rooms. I did have a break between 2:30 and 4, when I was able to eat lunch and catch up on documentation. And then it started again.....
Finally home, a quiet rest of the night.
Tomorrow is a meeting in the afternoon.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
I was very busy again today. I felt like a spinning top, spinning down the halls and bouncing in and out of rooms. I did have a break between 2:30 and 4, when I was able to eat lunch and catch up on documentation. And then it started again.....
Finally home, a quiet rest of the night.
Tomorrow is a meeting in the afternoon.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Monday, January 16, 2017
Monday 01.16.2017
Another great day!
Worked. Any more busy, and I would have been overwhelmed. As it was, I was able to do my work and leave almost on time.
Tomorrow I get to do it again.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Worked. Any more busy, and I would have been overwhelmed. As it was, I was able to do my work and leave almost on time.
Tomorrow I get to do it again.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Sunday, January 15, 2017
Sunday 01.15.2017
Another great day!
Spent the afternoon with Frank, putting a closet rod in a closet. Yup, all afternoon. Taking shelves out, measuring, going to the builder store. Measuring, cutting, drilling, screwing.
Coaching.
And standing back to let him do it himself.
Yup. It was hard.
But he's getting it. He hasn't done much on the home repair/maintenance scene.
Oh yeah, and putting the shelves back in. He did a great job!
We came back to my house where I fixed a quick supper for us, we ate, and he went on his way.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Spent the afternoon with Frank, putting a closet rod in a closet. Yup, all afternoon. Taking shelves out, measuring, going to the builder store. Measuring, cutting, drilling, screwing.
Coaching.
And standing back to let him do it himself.
Yup. It was hard.
But he's getting it. He hasn't done much on the home repair/maintenance scene.
Oh yeah, and putting the shelves back in. He did a great job!
We came back to my house where I fixed a quick supper for us, we ate, and he went on his way.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Saturday 01.14.2017
Another great day!
I had a nice morning, read a little, breakfast, shower.
Went over to Frank's house for a visit--then out for dinner. We had a nice visit.
The rest of the evening, I was in the basement, moving the items from the top shelves of the shelving units, so that the insulation guys can do their thing. Not sure when they're coming, but it's ready for them.
Might help Frank with a project tomorrow.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
I had a nice morning, read a little, breakfast, shower.
Went over to Frank's house for a visit--then out for dinner. We had a nice visit.
The rest of the evening, I was in the basement, moving the items from the top shelves of the shelving units, so that the insulation guys can do their thing. Not sure when they're coming, but it's ready for them.
Might help Frank with a project tomorrow.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Friday, January 13, 2017
Friday 01.13.2017
Another great day!
Went out this morning for errands. Came back, met the homeowner and insulation person.
Ohmygosh.
He had a nifty little machine that showed the temperatures of whatever it was aimed at.
And, what do you know, this house is sooo leaky at the basement sill plate. And there is no insulation under the kitchen/crawlspace. And only about 3 inches of old timey insulation in the attic.
This landord is awesome--she asked when the work could be done, so I'm guessing it is going to be a go.
After they left, I went out for groceries.
A quiet rest of the night.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Went out this morning for errands. Came back, met the homeowner and insulation person.
Ohmygosh.
He had a nifty little machine that showed the temperatures of whatever it was aimed at.
And, what do you know, this house is sooo leaky at the basement sill plate. And there is no insulation under the kitchen/crawlspace. And only about 3 inches of old timey insulation in the attic.
This landord is awesome--she asked when the work could be done, so I'm guessing it is going to be a go.
After they left, I went out for groceries.
A quiet rest of the night.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Thursday, January 12, 2017
Thursday 01.12.2017
Another great day!
Boy, was I busy!!
My hip and foot started bothering me in the morning, so much so that I took some tylenol and motrin and a couple ounces of caffeinated coffee. It was still a couple hours before I noticed that it was better.
Tomorrow I won't be stressing it as much, as I don't work. The homeowner is meeting an insulation contractor here for an evaluation. Hoping for the best.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Boy, was I busy!!
My hip and foot started bothering me in the morning, so much so that I took some tylenol and motrin and a couple ounces of caffeinated coffee. It was still a couple hours before I noticed that it was better.
Tomorrow I won't be stressing it as much, as I don't work. The homeowner is meeting an insulation contractor here for an evaluation. Hoping for the best.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Wednesday, January 11, 2017
Wednesday 01.11.2017
What a great day!
Busy, with a great group of co-workers. Each unit rocked it out!!!
Tired tonight.
Tomorrow is all the 24 hour testing for all the babies born today.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Busy, with a great group of co-workers. Each unit rocked it out!!!
Tired tonight.
Tomorrow is all the 24 hour testing for all the babies born today.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Tuesday, January 10, 2017
Tuesday 01.10.2017
Another great day!
Shoveled just a bit, as the rain and temperatures above freezing are predicted. I might have gotten stuck in the bottom of the driveway if I hadn't (the plow pile was heavy, wet, some slushy stuff on the bottom).
Went over to the doctor for a follow up on the hip.
He was pleased with the progress, then he proceeded to twist me like a pretzel to re-align my spine. Sounded like crunching crackers. He put a warm pack on me for 15 minutes, and I left. It was sore most of the rest of the day/evening. I did take motrin and tylenol, and it's much better tonight.
He also asked if I could do a BLS (basic life support--CPR) class for his office staff. Sure!! I spoke with the office manager, and we will talk again to finalize it.
Stopped at the store on the way home, had a bite to eat, then went to a "celebration" at the hospital, recognizing accomplishments from 2016. Degrees, certifications, etc. It was nice, and nice to be acknowledged (for the IBCLC-International Board Certified Lactation Consultant).
Laundry tonight, and moved a few things around in the basement, as an insulation company is coming Friday to evaluate!! I sure hope they have great ideas and an even better price!! The homeowner will be here, too. Time will tell...
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Shoveled just a bit, as the rain and temperatures above freezing are predicted. I might have gotten stuck in the bottom of the driveway if I hadn't (the plow pile was heavy, wet, some slushy stuff on the bottom).
Went over to the doctor for a follow up on the hip.
He was pleased with the progress, then he proceeded to twist me like a pretzel to re-align my spine. Sounded like crunching crackers. He put a warm pack on me for 15 minutes, and I left. It was sore most of the rest of the day/evening. I did take motrin and tylenol, and it's much better tonight.
He also asked if I could do a BLS (basic life support--CPR) class for his office staff. Sure!! I spoke with the office manager, and we will talk again to finalize it.
Stopped at the store on the way home, had a bite to eat, then went to a "celebration" at the hospital, recognizing accomplishments from 2016. Degrees, certifications, etc. It was nice, and nice to be acknowledged (for the IBCLC-International Board Certified Lactation Consultant).
Laundry tonight, and moved a few things around in the basement, as an insulation company is coming Friday to evaluate!! I sure hope they have great ideas and an even better price!! The homeowner will be here, too. Time will tell...
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Monday, January 9, 2017
Monday 01.09.2017
Yes, it was Another Great Day!
Went to the class to renew not only my Basic Life Support certificate for another 2 years, but the Instructor certificate, too.
Stopped back at the house for a bite to eat, then up to see Leah for a wonderful massage.
She worked her magic, finding so much "ick" in the upper half of my back. And then above the hip, where the spasm is releasing. It's all tied together....
I feel so much better tonight, though my hip is pretty sore. As long as it's healing.
Tomorrow is a doctor appointment.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Went to the class to renew not only my Basic Life Support certificate for another 2 years, but the Instructor certificate, too.
Stopped back at the house for a bite to eat, then up to see Leah for a wonderful massage.
She worked her magic, finding so much "ick" in the upper half of my back. And then above the hip, where the spasm is releasing. It's all tied together....
I feel so much better tonight, though my hip is pretty sore. As long as it's healing.
Tomorrow is a doctor appointment.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Sunday, January 8, 2017
Sunday 01.08.2017
Another great day!
Worked--busy.
Tomorrow is a class in the morning, massage in the afternoon.
Sounds like a great day to me!!!
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Worked--busy.
Tomorrow is a class in the morning, massage in the afternoon.
Sounds like a great day to me!!!
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Saturday, January 7, 2017
Saturday 01.07.2017
Another great day!
Worked, nicely busy, with my nice co-workers.
Hip is sore most of the day. *sigh*
Doing it again tomorrow.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Worked, nicely busy, with my nice co-workers.
Hip is sore most of the day. *sigh*
Doing it again tomorrow.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Friday, January 6, 2017
Friday 01.06.2017
Another great day, though cold...
Single digits cold.
Went to therapy; making progress. The exercises that are "helping" make the affected area really sore. I can only trust that it will eventually be all better.
And dinner tonight with the Best Co-Workers Ever.
Tomorrow I get to work with some of them.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Single digits cold.
Went to therapy; making progress. The exercises that are "helping" make the affected area really sore. I can only trust that it will eventually be all better.
And dinner tonight with the Best Co-Workers Ever.
Tomorrow I get to work with some of them.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Thursday, January 5, 2017
Thursday 01.05.2017
Another great day!
Cold--geesh. 13 degrees.
After breakfast I bundled up and went outdoors to clear the driveway and sidewalk. It was pleasant while the sun was out, but the snow squalls brought a breeze, which brought the wind chill down to "whoa, that wind is cold!".
I spent the rest of the day chasing small tasks, and got a few things accomplished.
Tomorrow is therapy, and a dinner gathering in the evening.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Cold--geesh. 13 degrees.
After breakfast I bundled up and went outdoors to clear the driveway and sidewalk. It was pleasant while the sun was out, but the snow squalls brought a breeze, which brought the wind chill down to "whoa, that wind is cold!".
I spent the rest of the day chasing small tasks, and got a few things accomplished.
Tomorrow is therapy, and a dinner gathering in the evening.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Wednesday, January 4, 2017
Wednesday 01.04.2017
Another great day!
Though much colder, and very windy.
(I don't like the wind)
Went out for a therapy appointment.
I think this therapist, who also worked with me last week, has the knack. I think this spasm stuff is better. Not all the way, but enough to say it's better. I hope it continues to improve.
From there I went over to the store for groceries. When I was looking in the cupboards for items I like for work, and don't find them, I guess it's time to restock.
Home, supper, lit a bunch of candles to help heat the rooms I was in (really--it's surprising. Hold your hand above the flame for ..... well, don't hurt yourself, it's hot)
A quiet night.
I hope it's less windy tomorrow.
Thank you for reading. Warm Hugs.
Tuesday, January 3, 2017
Tuesday 01.03.2017
Another great day!
Worked, turned into a busy one, though enjoyable.
Making a positive difference in our patients' lives is what it's all about.
Tomorrow is a therapy appointment.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Worked, turned into a busy one, though enjoyable.
Making a positive difference in our patients' lives is what it's all about.
Tomorrow is a therapy appointment.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
Sunday, January 1, 2017
Sunday 01.01.2017
Another great day!!
A sunny way to start the new year!
I went for a run in the sun. So pleasant, above freezing, though the wind was on the wintry side.
Got some household chores done, did some internet business, made a pot of chili. Yum!
Frank stopped over this evening.
Tomorrow is a work day.
Thank you for reading. Hugs.
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