Quarantine and chill and kindness chatty clubhouse: Jump in and join the conversation! All is welcome!

[Snowysmom]

@PollyannaMom Thanks for the suggestion. I do know of some florists in her area so just a matter of making some phone calls. This way I know she will get something done well.

 

[Pea-n-Me]

@Snowysmom, I haven’t used 1-800-FLOWERS for a while. I had a bad experience last time (basket we paid a lot for was embarrassingly teeny at an aunt’s wake, Mom was p’d!) so I try to call a local florist (read reviews) or even supermarket if I’m familiar with them (Roche Bros does a nice job; or at least, they used to, not sure if that’s changed as so many things have). My elderly friend always sends me a nice arrangement for holidays, usually ones that have a plant and some festive flowers combined. She orders them from our local florist and they show up at the door. I’m sure they’re not cheap but at least she gets a beautiful product for her money. (Which reminds me, I need to go see her when I’m better.)

 

[Pea-n-Me]

Good morning, friends with love. Grace of God, I got more sleep last night. Still got up a handful of times but dad said not more than Thursday night. We both agreed last night went much better plus we need to remember that we have only had the chair 2 days! Dad and I did find a much more comfortable position than the first night for the chair. It's often more sometimes after a 1 1/2-2 hours, I need to get up for some movement. That really makes a huge difference to me. It also is such a blessing to have on clean pajama bottoms this morning, Above all else, that I am truly so much stronger and overall, in less pain, especially in right foot, than I was before this all happened on Monday=Mercy alone of God of course. I am healing.

Trying to still navigate so much red tape and misinformation in terms of going forward healthcare wise especially with a possible shower chair or caregiver. We are still wondering does a shower in general not happen until 6-8 weeks. I am guessing before or absolutely at that time, I will need a follow up CT scan and or Xray to make certain all is healed before boot can go away. Then, am I back to normal or what? These are obviously doctor questions which is what I'm working on.

Saturday joy in some way to all with love/

Glad you’re sleeping better and in less pain now, Mona.

There is a lot of red-tape in healthcare services today. Help - and good help - is scarce at some of these agencies. Most are short-staffed. Keep calling around to your local agencies to see if they have anyone who can help you.

No, it is not normal for a shower not to happen for 6-8 weeks! We get people in the shower after major events and surgeries. If we don’t help them, they’ll often go in themselves, without help, so it behooves us to do it correctly for them, taking care to wrap and not get IVs or dressings wet, or whatever it takes.

There is really no reason you can’t have a shower other than the barriers you face getting into the tub and washing yourself. If I was there with you, we’d do a nice shower! (DD and I did Mom’s every 3 days under some really difficult circumstances. Thankfully, when we built our in-law apt, we made it handicap accessible and had a step-in shower put in with a built in chair and hand held hose. She would often yell at us the whole time. ) I know it’s hard to ask your Dad to help you with all of that, though. I would honestly search around for a free shower chair and get a hand held extension for your shower head so that you can get into the tub, which Dad can help you with, wearing a light robe, then once in safely, with hose near you, he can leave, you can disrobe and do your own “bath” that way.

The shower chair, which I had suggested before, and my elderly friend had herself, goes both inside and outside the tub. You sit on it outside the tub, then slide over to the part inside the tub. You have to lift your legs carefully over the edge of the tub and take care not to fall over. But like I said, Dad can help you with that part as you will have a light robe or nightgown on, etc. Once in and set up, you can do it yourself. Then do the reverse to get out. I know it’s not easy, but it can be done. People do this who live by themselves, like my friend.





These types of equipment can be lent out by certain agencies, rented, or bought. You can find them on Freecycle, Craigslist, or FB Marketplace when people no longer need them. Another consideration could be to purchase them and then submit costs to insurance for reimbursement. People need these things when they need them, not a month from now! You can often find things fairly cheaply on Amazon, with the added bonus of getting them fairly quickly.

I hope this helps.

Oh, for you question about re-imaging. I doubt they will re-image your toes to check for healing. They might do further imaging if you continue to have pain, and as part of a further work up. But with things like broken toes, and even ribs, they really don’t even do much for them. Mom had two broken ribs and they basically said “take ibuprofen and they’ll heal on their own”. That was it. Good luck.

 

[flyingdumbo127]

again and always dear Pea. A shower chair is on my list for Monday. Great idea also about a handheld sprayer, I had not thought of that previously. As far as I understand, how my insurance works is I need the authorization (a doctor can say urgent to drastically speed up the process from a week to a couple days) on these items along with a caregiver. The doctor has to be someone in network on the insurance's list. Dad and I will carefully be making a new list (one did not work out) over the weekend so that I am all ready to start calling potential doctor's on Monday. As of now there's no way I am strong enough to get in and out of the shower. I could sit on a bench as pictured where half of is in the tub so I am not needing to transfer. We would also have to be sure there was enough room in our small bathroom to do this! First things first and what matters is I am obviously healing

 

[lynxstch]

Good morning. Page 2 is not allowed, I don't like having to hunt for us when I'm half asleep, lol.

Gray and rainy outside, calling for a chance of heavy rains all day long. I'd rather rain than snow, but it sure doesn't feel like December when it's 60 degrees outside,.

I finished one series I was watching on Netflix and started another. It's a short one, and then I'm going to switch to Handmaid's Tale on Hulu. My friend in CO and I are going to watch it together so we can talk about it.

I had a lazy day yesterday and I think today is going to be another one. The house is clean, the cellar is coming along nicely. I'm going to start going through yard sale stuff, cleaning it up and marking prices and making lists so I don't have to do it all in the Spring.

Have a nice morning everyone.

 

[PollyannaMom]

Good morning! Went to an Installation dinner at one of the Lodges last night, and got DS off to work this morning. Now I'm watching a Hallmark movie and being a cat bed. I have my grocery list made and will head out after the movie, then I need to do some more cards.

 

[Snowysmom]

Good morning. Dreary here today and heavy rains expected. I went to the store to buy sale items, a few things for the food pantry in town, and the little holiday baking I do. Then I went out side and did a check of the gutter extensions, made the necessary adjustments, and will monitor as the rain comes in. Not something I ever expected to have to do but it is what it is. I was out walking earlier and met my duplex neighbor. We talked a bit. She is having issues with settling cracks in her baseboards, walls, and basement. I told her my experiences and what the inspector said. Her unit is an affordable unit so she says she feels really bad for the people who paid full price. I do too! I am thinking of staying here long enough so the kids don't get mad at me for moving again, maybe a couple of years unless things really get bad. Then I will sell and move back to my area. I am hoping by then I can move back and feel good memories. If not, then I will find something else in this area, but not a new build. I don't think I want to be here to see what really goes wrong in 5 years or so. I think it is a money pit in the making. The inspector did say that these days builders are not doing great work and just looking to take the money and run. I really need to find calm and peace.

I talked with Chris' cousin last night. Unfortunately he does not have good news about his cancer treatment. He had a scan the it shows 2 new spots on the dura near the one he had radiation on. So now there are 3 spots and his 9th recurrence. This coming week he will have consults with his cancer team. Please keep him in your prayers. He lives 3 hours away from me so I really can't help him any more than just talking with him. Kenny has offered to be his health care proxy. I did tell him any time he wanted Kenny to talk with him about things to please just call him. I feel so bad for him. He and Chris were more like brothers. I did tell him about the water issues here and he told me flat out to just move. I explained that the kids would put me in a home at that point.

Have a good Sunday.

 

[Pea-n-Me]

Good morning.

I can sort of understand how you feel, Snowysmom. Though I’ve never had a brand-new home, it must be a huge disappointment to have these types of problems whIch have so much red tape trying to rectify. I imagine it would make selling the place rather difficult right now, too, wouldn’t it? Your plan gives you time to think. Hugs.

Still not feeling great. Didn’t get much done yesterday other than laundry so I still have a lot to do today. We wound up making a pork roast w hot pepper jelly last night, with roasted acorn squash with butter and brown sugar, fresh carrots and mashed potatoes. I only ate half of my dish, I don’t have much of an appetite right now. Tonight it’s spaghetti and meatballs, finally. Can’t wait.

I hope everyone has a good Sunday!

 

[flyingdumbo127]

extra dear Snowysmom and Pea. So many prayers for and healingThinking of you both with all my love. Of course, forever, all my love to everyone in my dear Quacker family.

Last night was long. Got up 5 times altogether which considering where I was at the start of the week is fantastic. Mercy of Jesus alone, I am absolutely much stronger than I was before this happened Monday. Dad, as I have shared, does need to help me to stand up and get onto the walker. He has said that currently, all he is doing is giving me a very quick lift while I'm doing 90% of the actual work to get up. Of course, this is an added blessing because it makes things so much easier for him. Once my legs are straighter and I am secure on the walker which is very quick, I always feel a ton better moving. My walking again sheerly due to God, not me ever, is light years away from where it was on Monday. I am now sturdier, steadier, and quicker! All exceptional mercies and indications I must be healing and getting stronger, too.

The recliner chair, we have found the position that seems the most comfortable for me. It just is such a challenge being comfortable with a heavy boot. I don't yet feel comfortable trying to take it off. Plus, I have been clearly advised that anytime I get up and stand, the boot needs to be on. Going through that on/off process in the middle of the night does not sound like a good idea at all! Main thing is we know that I do okay sitting or trying to rest a good hour, hour and a half. After that, I need to get up and move. I can't be sitting or lying basically stationary too long. We will work on that.

We are discovering small everyday things we can easily do to make things easier for us both. During the day, I have my home base of our kitchen table. I can do everything on it other than of course use the restroom. A throw blanket folds up perfectly to become a pillow that is comfortable to rest on sitting here so that is even taken care of. Tomorrow I will be making more healthcare calls. One day at a time. I absolutely am beyond blessed to know God has this, He has me, always has and always will. I will overcome this! Thank all of you more than I can ever express for all your extra encouragement, belief, love, care, and prayers.

Happy Sunday friends.

 

[Kirby]

Yes, the thread about it at the top of the CB now.

I think that I'm going to leave that thread alone. I used to check into the Debate Thread occasionally and it was just too much for me.

Joe and I went to Granbury, TX yesterday with the Emptynesters group at church. Its a nice town with a great town square. Lots of shops and places to eat or snack. They also have two theaters, one for musical acts and the other for plays/musicals. The worship leader at our church performs quite often at there quite often. We went to see his Christmas special. It was just perfect for getting in the Christmas spirit. His band was good and his wife performs with him sometimes.

This evening I went to see Lil Joe and Lou Lou perform in their Christmas program. It was so cute! Lil Joe kept us in stitches when it came time for his group to sing. Lou Lou did real well with her speaking part.

 

[SpaceMan5]

This evening I went to see Lil Joe and Lou Lou perform in their Christmas program.

I love the nicknames!. My wife and I have a bunch of nicknames for our 3 kids - PayPay, Sweet P, LaLa Lovely Lauren, Lukie, Pookie, Lucas etc

 

[theluckyrabbit]

We went to the Disney Studios tonight for a Christmas event. Lots of fun! Saw this book in the Disney Archives display and immediately thought of someone special here.

@PollyannaMom:


More photos:

The Christmas tree on the studio lot


The toy blocks from "Mary Poppins"


The Team Disney Building (building and Dwarfs pediment designed by Michael Graves)

 

[Snowysmom]

Kirby Glad you had a nice time watching various Christmas shows. Lou Lou and Lil Joe sound like such sweet funny kids. It was nice you saw their show.

Mona Sounds like you are making good progress and finding out what works well for you.

Luckyrabbit Nice pictures. Love the Pollyanna reference and I love the book and movie.

Good morning. Anyone have an Ark? It has been pouring here since yesterday evening. I went into the dreaded basement and took pictures of the water on the walls under one window, the leaking bulkhead, and the wet bulkhead stairs. I sent them to the builder's punch list person with a bullet list of the areas. When it is light out I will take pictures of the water that is pooling all over the property and send those over. I am sure they think I am a troublemaker. My duplex neighbor said she has been sending over pictures even before this rain storm. I will go downstairs again later to see if there is anymore water anywhere else. Fun times! Kenny came over yesterday with the kids. He is trying to talk me off the ledge about the water in the basement. Good luck with that! He is going to caulk the crack in the basement floor over Christmas vacation as well as a few other things. He wants to install a backsplash for me too. I don't want him to take alot of time on my stuff but he wants to do it. Sam is better from his croup which is good. Jeff is feeling off after having his covid vaccine. I did not see them this weekend as they needed some down time with Sam up for a couple of nights. Plus I have a cold and did not want to give it to them.

Off to work. Have a good day.

 

[PollyannaMom]

Sorry about the water, Snowy! Our bulkhead leaks a little when it rains this much too.

This morning was crazy because the guys both had to leave at about the same time. But we did get the tree done last night:



(Two pics, from different sides, because a button switches the lights from white to multicolored, and I can't decide which I like better. )

 

[footballmouse]

Good Monday Morning.

Worked all weekend so nothing fun. Working from home today because Mitchell needed to borrow my car to go to a doctor's appointment. His ribs are still sore and his knee looks bad from the roadrash.

I did do something exciting yesterday. I made the decision and bought my plane tickets for a solo day trip to Magic Kingdom!!!!! I can't believe I did it. I can't even bring myself to eat alone in a restaurant and I decide to go to Disney alone. I'm nervous, scared and excited all rolled into one. I go on 1/16, fly out at 7:30 am and flight home leaves at 9:45 pm.

My Xmas lights that I have outside all went out Saturday. Mitchell messed around with them last night but couldn't figure it out. I'll look at them today since I'm home, hopefully it will be an easy fix for me.

I'm watching Mia tonight for a couple of hours. It's Evan and Bailey's anniversary today so they're going out to dinner. Last year's anniversary was spent in the NICU and then running across the street to Chipotle, glad they get to go out this year.

Have a great day!

 

[lynxstch]

Good morning. We had a LOT of rain yesterday, but fortunately not one drop came inside the house.
@PollyannaMom Very pretty tree. My new one has so many options on the remote, I don't know what color to pick. I can do all one color lights from 15 colors, have them be a mix, slow twinkle to fast, sync the lights, make them go in patterns. etc. Way too many choices, I picked a slow wave of mixed colors.

@Snowysmom Sorry that you have yet more water in the cellar. There is definitely an issue with those builds.

Dave came over around 5:30 and stayed for an hour and a half. He brought the live edge boards he's using to make shelves for the computer room with him. The next time he has some spare time, we're going to Lowes to get the shelf brackets, and then he'll cut them and I can stain or varnish or whatever I decide to do with them.
He also got the pantry cabinet levelled and attached to the wall so it won't topple over. I'm going to move stuff up from the falling apart one in the cellar later on this morning.
He didn't charge me anything, he said he considers it entertainment value since we laugh like crazy when he's here.

He left and my other sister in law called. They invited me to their Christmas dinner on the 23'rd. I told her I'd have to let her know when it got closer. She totally understands., At least she 'asked' and didn't 'tell me' like my other sister in law did. I don't want to say yes to one, and no to the other, so I think I'm going to pass on this invitation too.

Off to get myself moving for the day. Have a great Monday

 

[flyingdumbo127]

Grace of God today is truly one of extra joy and hope, renewal. Last night went so much better! I got sleep and rest, too. I still got up often but a dash less with more time sometimes in between. What matters is in between I sincerely slept.all for YOU and your joy, friendship, faith, and encouragement! My Quacker family most sincerely is so dear to me! God willing, after all this, it will mean even more to me to one day get to have our DL meet!

Please stay safe everyone and be well! Love all the pictures. Luckyrabbit, that your sounds like a lot of fun! I am so glad you got to do it. Kirby, your precious grandkids always touch my heart from afar. I am so thankful they sound happier. May Mitchell soon feel better, dear Footballmouse. Snowysmom, always and in all ways, extra peace and plain extra joy to you! Lynn, same, of course. PollyannaMom, lovely tree, my friend, thank you for sharing. SpaceMan on your kiddos nicknames.

Pea, big hug and prayers you are feeling much better!

to all always.

 

[Pea-n-Me]

Good morning and hello to all Quackers!

Glad you are feeling better finally, Mona!

PollyannaMom, I love your tree, it’s beautiful!

Luckyrabbit, thanks for sharing, I love your pics. We saw lots of people going to that!
Paging Mr Morrow had a good youtube on it.

footballmouse, why not? A friend I saw at the wedding recently, same age as my kids, had gone to MK by herself while waiting for another friend to come into the airport. She had all day. But she hadn’t been to MK since she was like 8 yrs old so she didn’t know it at all. She had a blast! And surprisingly, got on a lot of great rides, including Tron and Mine Train! Lol. She also made side trips over to Epcot and HS and even got on Rise of the Resistance! I was impressed! My niece and a friend did a day trip earlier this year and somehow managed to make it to all four parks! You’ll have a great time and it will be something fun and different for you to tell your friends about (including us)!

Lynn, impressed - but not surprised - you have the whole cellar taken care of! I hope things are going ok for you.
Same for others hurting right now.

Spaceman, my DD was nicknamed P too (Pea). That’s now part of my username! Son couldn’t say his long name, so he would proudly say, “I’m Me!”. Thanks for the memories. What do your kids do?

Still not feeling great. Still working on the cement-guck and treating the headaches. A little winded which is from the cement-guck in my lungs. I did manage to do the dogs’ baths yesterday so they are nice and fresh and Toto got to wear his robe.

DH went back to work today and a couple of people are out with Covid and another guy is hacking. DH is wearing a mask. It’s everywhere. That, and flu. Be careful out there!

I have a couple of pictures to share. The first is of Grady when we came home. The second was our dinner last night.

I hope everyone has a good Monday!

 

[flyingdumbo127]

Pea and thank you so much. I'm tired now and a bit hurting but feel so much better. I have on clean bottoms, a top, and we even used dry shampoo to clean my hair. Small but HUGE things for me that make such a difference, Precious Grady! I love your "Pea" story

 

[bobbiwoz]

Mona, I am so glad you have learned some things about your pain and foot problems and they are being addressed.

I’ve read some, and I know at least @Snowysmom has had a birthday, belated

I am unwell, hopefully just UTI and sinus infection, but Tom had a heart attack on Friday when I was in FL with girlfriends….we got home late on Saturday, I was too sick to visit him, but he should be coming home with a Life Vest ( pending insurance approval) today.

I am dizzy, very likely from my sinus infection because when my ears clear occasionally, I am better, so balance is being affected. Right now, I am resting, reading a book ( yesterday’s was The Hiding place by Corrie ten Boom, what a story, has anyone here read it?) doing puzzles. Am stressed out a bit, and mostly came to give Mona a , and let you all know I think about you, and remember you all in my prayers.