Lynn You are very busy as usual. I usually get tired just ready what you will be doing all day.
@Kirby Glad the kids are adjusting to school. Lou Lou will get used to her class and as you say, she makes friends well so she is all set.
@flyingdumbo127 I too do not like dentists and doctors. The dentist I go to took over the practice of the dentist I went to for over 25 years. So I was nervous but he seems OK so far. My PCP retired suddenly last month and I knew at some point he would. I had to find a new one which is difficult. My supervisor recommended her PCP so I have an appt in Dec with her. My supervisor says the doctor is nonjudgmental and uses lifestyle changes before meds for some issues. I like that. We'll see how it goes.
I worked today and then went grocery shopping. I also picked up a small pizza and salad for supper tonight and tomorrow night. Chris and I always went out to dinner on Fridays but I cannot go out by myself. So, picking up something different works. I have been watching coverage of the Queen's passing. I do have to say I was impressed with King Charles' speech. He seemed more dignified and yet more human at the same time. Time will tell how he does.
Chris and I had a Toyota Sienna from 2003 until I donated it this year. It had almost 240K miles. It needed a new battery and some other work, not too much, and it could be a good van for someone. I had no room for 2 cars. I donated it to Make A Wish and they were able to get $1900 for it. I figure someone will fix it up and have a good van for a while. I do like Toyotas but ended up getting a Subaru Outback almost 2 years ago. I love it. My kids both had Outbacks and really liked them.
My therapy appt went well. It was nice to talk to someone after being alone for over 10 days due to covid hitting the family. Talk about loneliness! She had some good insights and understanding. I have come to realize that where I am living now will probably need to change. We talked about that. She suggested that maybe one of the kids could buy a house with an inlaw. It was funny she said that as I was thinking the same thing on my ride to her office. Older DS talked about it at one point. If he has to sell his current house due to the divorce I will suggest the inlaw. I would love to have my own space and yet have company nearby. If that is not an option for him I will want to look at moving elsewhere. I am going to talk with the kids over the winter and make a decision. I should have stuck with my wish for a town house. I feel like I live in a hotel suite. I need to have a little yard space and be able to feed the birds. I didn't realize how much I would miss both. And I do not like the town I am living in. The roads are way too busy and the town center is a mess with traffic and no really mainstream stores, just specialty shops. I shop in towns nearby. I may go out to where older DS lives. Real estate is a bit less expensive for a nice place. I will not make a rash decision but give it some time. I know I had to get a place to live once I sold the house so I came to this condo. One floor living is not for me. I know it makes sense for aging in place, but I also have to be content with where I live. Maybe if I am content I can move forward a bit.
Have a good evening.
@Kirby Glad the kids are adjusting to school. Lou Lou will get used to her class and as you say, she makes friends well so she is all set.
@flyingdumbo127 I too do not like dentists and doctors. The dentist I go to took over the practice of the dentist I went to for over 25 years. So I was nervous but he seems OK so far. My PCP retired suddenly last month and I knew at some point he would. I had to find a new one which is difficult. My supervisor recommended her PCP so I have an appt in Dec with her. My supervisor says the doctor is nonjudgmental and uses lifestyle changes before meds for some issues. I like that. We'll see how it goes.
I worked today and then went grocery shopping. I also picked up a small pizza and salad for supper tonight and tomorrow night. Chris and I always went out to dinner on Fridays but I cannot go out by myself. So, picking up something different works. I have been watching coverage of the Queen's passing. I do have to say I was impressed with King Charles' speech. He seemed more dignified and yet more human at the same time. Time will tell how he does.
Chris and I had a Toyota Sienna from 2003 until I donated it this year. It had almost 240K miles. It needed a new battery and some other work, not too much, and it could be a good van for someone. I had no room for 2 cars. I donated it to Make A Wish and they were able to get $1900 for it. I figure someone will fix it up and have a good van for a while. I do like Toyotas but ended up getting a Subaru Outback almost 2 years ago. I love it. My kids both had Outbacks and really liked them.
My therapy appt went well. It was nice to talk to someone after being alone for over 10 days due to covid hitting the family. Talk about loneliness! She had some good insights and understanding. I have come to realize that where I am living now will probably need to change. We talked about that. She suggested that maybe one of the kids could buy a house with an inlaw. It was funny she said that as I was thinking the same thing on my ride to her office. Older DS talked about it at one point. If he has to sell his current house due to the divorce I will suggest the inlaw. I would love to have my own space and yet have company nearby. If that is not an option for him I will want to look at moving elsewhere. I am going to talk with the kids over the winter and make a decision. I should have stuck with my wish for a town house. I feel like I live in a hotel suite. I need to have a little yard space and be able to feed the birds. I didn't realize how much I would miss both. And I do not like the town I am living in. The roads are way too busy and the town center is a mess with traffic and no really mainstream stores, just specialty shops. I shop in towns nearby. I may go out to where older DS lives. Real estate is a bit less expensive for a nice place. I will not make a rash decision but give it some time. I know I had to get a place to live once I sold the house so I came to this condo. One floor living is not for me. I know it makes sense for aging in place, but I also have to be content with where I live. Maybe if I am content I can move forward a bit.
Have a good evening.
Snowysmom, Much prayer your new doctor turns out to be a keeper! I would suggest finding out whether you could schedule an initial visit where you only meet her to have a brief time to talk and get a sense of whether you feel comfortable with her. That way there is no looming exam to be concerned about. I've been pretty blessed with dentists and have never had a true issue seeing one. I sure did have some not so positive experiences with trying to find years ago a TMJ specialist. I listened at last to God to who He had been calling me to see to begin with. Of course, this doctor could not have been any kinder! It's medical doctors I can have doubts on and that's I know due to my experiences starting as a young child. So very thankful to God, you were able to once again see your therapist and that she is still providing you with compassionate care as well she should! You said it all perfectly and I continue to be so proud of you my courageous friend! Take time to pray on a move, look into possible new options while you still have the place you do, and I'd suggest also check out activities along with places like supermarkets, Target/
If I do decide to move out to where my older DS lives I know the stores and like them. I also like the restaurants and I would have my DS to go to dinner with occasionally. I really like the Target and Kohls as well as Hannaford's super market and Wegman's super market that are close to him. I just need to be sure I find the right place to live and in my heart, I know it is a town house so I can feel like I have a home. The doctor I am seeing books short appts for the first one to basically do a get to know you and your health history. I have a 15 minute appt so I will have to talk fast! Unfortunately I too have had very bad experiences with doctors and my blood pressure goes up when I walk into a doctor's office. I wish I could get rid of this but I can't. My supervisor has several health issues that this doctor is very helpful with and not the least bit judgmental. She really likes her PCP and that makes me optimistic.
Snowysmom. I forgot to mention in my earlier post that what I did with my current dentist, is get his email address first from the office. That way, his receptionist knew I was interested in seeing him and assured me also that he would read my email to him. In my message, I was able to share my specific dentist appointment needs. I absolutely wanted to be upfront about that with a possible new dentist. He did kindly reply via email within only a few days. Perhaps you could do something similar with your potential new doctor. Call the office to ask whether she does communicate with patients by email. If so, would it be possible for you to send her a very short email as a potential new patient, with the assurance that she would both read it and reply? Can't hurt to ask. I pray she does and is a keeper for you, too. I totally understand about being more anxious in a medical doctor office! Another reason why even a short "get to know you," is a blessing. Another idea is to just ask whether you could schedule back-to-back appointments to give you half an hour or even longer. Just suggestions with care from afar.
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Meaning sometimes we were at each other’s throats, thankfully not too often; it’s bound to happen.) I’ve been thinking of her with all this coverage of the Queen. Mom was one year older than her, and they wore the same styles and hairstyles throughout the years. They were contemporaries. Hugs, Snowysmom. I hope you can find peace.
still a tiny bit in the air. It has cooled down outside temperature wise anyway. All of our weather talk reminds me of a TBAA episode 
, PollyannaMom!
Good Morning friends,
Wishing all of you a peaceful and restful (thinking of you, especially, dear. Lynn) day! I shall come back later.
Much prayer you have a good weekend, my friend.
for you Judique along with 
that you are doing well also.
You know, I am sure praying your adventure provides both fun, wonderful memories, and extra healing most of all.
We put a brand-new jar of applesauce inside last night. It's already watery in the middle. Still firmer in part but not the way it should be. It's also just not cold. Not hot, more like not the chilled it should be. I hope that makes sense! We're going to, I am, anyway, going to start look into a new one. We don't have much space for one so that makes it more challenging. Blessed we are to be able to start looking for a replacement. I'll keep all of you posted. Have a great rest of the afternoon, friends.
