Little Man Eulogy

Thank you all for the sentiments. It is a mixed curse and blessing for us. Little Man was just a dog, but he had a heart of gold, and lifted leg. We sure do miss him. His loss is felt deeply, especially after losing Oscar. We have all girls now, and they feel the absence also.

Today was a day of moving on. I asked Richard to remove the protective plastic from around the door and washer/dryer, then I cleaned up the last remnants of Little Man's folly. In the end, he could do no more than wet on his front legs and the floor. I washed all the dog beds and blankets, put them outside to air out and dry, and mopped the floor of the utility room with disinfectant and 409. Clean slate.

Time to fix dinner, I had to let this set for awhile as I had to collect my thoughts after starting.

Have a good evening all.
Later,,, Cathy

Sad News

Yesterday afternoon, we had to take Little Man into the vet for the last time. It was so heart wrenching as he was always the lover of the group. No ulterior motive for attention. Hurts a lot.
Cathy

OMG!! Stop the presses!!!

The world is stopping, it's snowing in Hell, and Richard has figured out how to Skype!! Thank you Carla and Gale. Now he's speaking to Phillip about getting on line. Never thought I would see the day, but it has arrived. Now we have to convince my dad and mom, Lisa, and the girls to get a camera and we can all have fun making sure we are dressed and combed just in case the computer rings. No skin shows here. We'd scare off the world. Spoke with Carla for about 30 minutes and had a great time. Gonna go now and see who else we can see to talk to. LOL
Cathy

Everone is having a contest so I am having one t00. picked this up at a yard sale for two dollars. Bought it on a whim, I have NO use for it so if you can guess whats in it Ill send it to you. You don't even have to be right just close.

As for putting Mom in with Dad we can vote on in or just let everone keep Mom for as long as they want and then pass her off to who ever wants to be next. transportation logistics will be left up to who's gettin and who's given. This may take 10 to 20 years, I for one am not in any big hurry.

So let's have your best guess, don't be shy.

Later

RB

Happy Easter everybody!!

We have had several comments from a "Mike" about being a blog favorite and wanting to do an interview. Anyone know about this guy? He must be reading the "King of Letha " stories. Richard does like to ramble on when he is mad.

Haven't found the bowl so I have given up. As for the mind, I have a t-shirt that states "Of all the things I've lost, I miss my mind the most." Fitting I suppose. Got that t-shirt and another with the definition of stress on it when I use to drive school bus. One little lady rider asked me if I needed help. She was worried about getting home if I couldn't find my mind. Kids are great. They bring you back to earth. The shirt with the stress definition is not suitable for the younger crowd, so never wore it where they could see it. Language is something the school district regulates strictly.

Tax season is almost over, we have one more day at the Senior Center and we are done. As this winds down, the driver safety courses start. I do these things because it is something I can do and feel good about helping. There are no bossy bosses, just other volunteers, and it gets me out with people. I cannot just stay home and clean house. (I don't clean house anyway) I feel I can at least help someone and that is what life is about. Or should be anyway.

We were playing on the computers this morning and heard the unmistakable sounds of a dog fight. I head for the front room, and Lucy is leaving with her dignity bruised. Emmy, the old lady of the group, put Lucy in her place. Lucy has been bullying the others and Emmy finally got tired of it. She can't see or hear well, but she stood up for herself. We sure miss Oscar. Every now and then, I tear up and have to look away from Rich. If he sees me, it is very hard on him too. I just picture him in Heaven with Virginia (or where ever) on her lap as she pushes him off and he gets right back up again. He was persistent. She wouldn't let Oscar stay with her, but Lucy and her struck a chord. I had never seen her take to a dog, and Lucy is known for being very stand-offish (the word bitch fits her well). The two of them became friends, and Virginia asked about her whenever we went over. She enjoyed the dog!! Is the contest still open for a urn for Virginia? Richard and I went to a yard sale and bought a large urn that we thought would be suitable. Picture to follow when I can get one taken.
Well, I have rambled on enough. Catch you. Oh, and Happy Easter all.
Cathy

Looking for something big

I can't find a bowl. It is a very large plastic bowl called a "Lock and Lock" and all I can find is a top. I had two tops, so I am assuming the other is with the bowl. I can't remember what I did with it so I am asking for help. Did I loan it to anyone, or did I forget it at Virginia's or at the reunion? I am hoping someone out there remembers seeing it or has it. It is about 10.5 inches in diameter and holds about 5.3 quarts. I tried to put a photo of it on here, but it wouldn't transfer. If you want to see what it looks like, go to QVC.com and look up item K20959. Richard and I both think I am losing my mind, so this is a last ditch effort to find the darn thing.

Thank you for reading and all help is appreciated.
CB

Lots happening

This past week, I have been down with a nasty sinus infection that turned into (maybe started as) a virus known as RSV. Have been coughing my insides out. Antibiotics got rid of the sinus infection, but the cough lingers. Richard is now following in my footsteps, just not as severely. Heather and the girls came over last Sunday and we schemed to have a birthday party for my dad on this Saturday. I am still coughing hard when I cough, just not as often as I was, so hopefully tomorrow will go off without a hitch. I haven't worked out for a week, and didn't go into the Sr. center to volunteer for AARP Tax aide. The AARP does a great service for low income and elderly that cannot afford a paid preparer. I contribute my time doing this and Driver Safety Program. For being retired, I seem to keep very busy. Wouldn't have it any other way.

Richard took the 58 Ford up to the transmission guy today. Seems like the person who put the truck together, screwed up the rod that goes to the tranny to tell it when to shift. Hopefully that is all that is needed to be fixed. We shall see.

At the above mentioned party, we will celebrate Heather's birthday also. Hers was the 11th. My mother is bringing over a bunch of stuff she says is mine. So we will return the favor by taking them cans, pots and pans and misc. kitchen stuff for Lisa. She moved into the house next to my mom and dad. I like having her close if they need something quickly. She is a pretty good thing to have around.

So, everyone....how has your Month of March going?

Cathy