Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 02-11-19 15:09 <=-
Saw her at ReStore today, decision to retire was made rather
abruptly. She may come back in the summer but is dealing with
knee problems also. Gave her the contact info for my doctor.
Ah. So it'll depend on how her knee turns out, whether she'll
be able to do the prep for, and the selling at, the market... :)
Hopefully your doctor will be useful to her.... :)
Hope so, the one she saw was less than useful. Mine will be a lot
better, based on my experience with him.
Hopefully... :)
I'll probably e-mail her in 2 or 3 weeks, find out if she's seen the doctor yet, and his diagnosis.
All clear, had the pre-op appointment, picked up a med he wants
me to start before surgery. It's getting closer...........
With a clear path to it... all good....
Yes, and I started the one pre-op med last night.
Final stretch... ;) I asked for prayers for you today at
church... :)
Thanks, all prayers will help. One couple from our LG will be bringing home made soup over for supper on Saturday. That will be a help also.
That, and did so much travel last year, planning a major trip
next year, will be good to have a quiet one between.
True...
Who knows--might even plant a garden? We'll see on that one.
If your knee and Steve's hand are up to the work.... :)
Don't know what he thinks of the idea--have to see how our other
plans work out.
Haven't mentioned it to him yet, eh....?
No, and we probably won't do it after all. Nice thought, but the work involved is not really what should be undertaken this year.
Always something that you've "gotta do" before other things can
be done. (G)
Exactly.... and sometimes things you'd not been considering at
first..... ;)
Yes, a year ago the knee problems hadn't even begun.
For instance.... :)
Had no idea, even when we started the trip out west that I'd
develop the problems. It wasn't until we were about 2/3 thru it
that the knee started hurting.
Not a pleasant surprise at all....
No, it wasn't. Only about 10 days before we got home, so glad it
didn't start nearer to the beginning of the trip. I gave it a week's
rest when we got home and called the doctor when it didn't improve.
After his x-rays, we knew it was something major.
comparing. Maybe later this year, after the new Wegman's opens
up in Raleigh?
They generally show up in the stores with the rest of the
Christmas stuff, like November, maybe late October....
OK, so we might be able to get one at the Raleigh store.
Good possibility, come fall.... :)
Maybe next year at the WF Wegman's.
That is also a possibility... :)
Still waiting for the signs to go up announcing exactly where it will
be. (G)
I make mostly bread, but Steve will do biscuits, waffles,
pancakes, etc. We still use a good amount of flour, less sugar
and other stuff.
Yup... and you still are doing more baking than I... :) Maybe
at some point, I'll get back into it... but don't really
know...
Maybe you will, maybe you won't. I'm still doing a lot of what I
used to do in some areas, have shifted focus in others.
Exactly...
Still doing a lot of sewing but more quilts and suchlike than
the clothing that was just about all of it at one time.
Definitely a shift in focus there.... :)
Yes, but still doing some clothing--mostly shirts for me.
And the Santa suits....?
Mostly shirts for him lately.
:) NB>>> Hopefully your doctor will be useful to her.... :)Saw her at ReStore today, decision to retire was made rather
abruptly. She may come back in the summer but is dealing with
knee problems also. Gave her the contact info for my doctor.
Ah. So it'll depend on how her knee turns out, whether she'll
be able to do the prep for, and the selling at, the market...
lot RH>> better, based on my experience with him.Hope so, the one she saw was less than useful. Mine will be a
Hopefully... :)
I'll probably e-mail her in 2 or 3 weeks, find out if she's seen the doctor yet, and his diagnosis.
And hopefully it won't take too long for her to get in to see him...
All clear, had the pre-op appointment, picked up a med he wants
me to start before surgery. It's getting closer...........
With a clear path to it... all good....
Yes, and I started the one pre-op med last night.
Final stretch... ;) I asked for prayers for you today at
church... :)
Thanks, all prayers will help. One couple from our LG will be bringing home made soup over for supper on Saturday. That will be a help also.
And now the surgery is done... Apparently you are home now...?
Who knows--might even plant a garden? We'll see on that one.
If your knee and Steve's hand are up to the work.... :)
Don't know what he thinks of the idea--have to see how our other
plans work out.
Haven't mentioned it to him yet, eh....?
No, and we probably won't do it after all. Nice thought, but the work involved is not really what should be undertaken this year.
I was rather wondering about that.... gardens are (or at least can be)
a lot of work.... :)
Yes, a year ago the knee problems hadn't even begun.
For instance.... :)
Had no idea, even when we started the trip out west that I'd
develop the problems. It wasn't until we were about 2/3 thru it
that the knee started hurting.
Not a pleasant surprise at all....
No, it wasn't. Only about 10 days before we got home, so glad it
didn't start nearer to the beginning of the trip. I gave it a week's
rest when we got home and called the doctor when it didn't improve.
After his x-rays, we knew it was something major.
And now you've had the replacement....
comparing. Maybe later this year, after the new Wegman's opens
up in Raleigh?
They generally show up in the stores with the rest of the
Christmas stuff, like November, maybe late October....
OK, so we might be able to get one at the Raleigh store.
Good possibility, come fall.... :)
Maybe next year at the WF Wegman's.
That is also a possibility... :)
Still waiting for the signs to go up announcing exactly where it will
be. (G)
Patience.... (G)
I RH>>> used to do in some areas, have shifted focus in others.Maybe you will, maybe you won't. I'm still doing a lot of what
Exactly...
Still doing a lot of sewing but more quilts and suchlike than
the clothing that was just about all of it at one time.
Definitely a shift in focus there.... :)
Yes, but still doing some clothing--mostly shirts for me.
And the Santa suits....?
Mostly shirts for him lately.
So similar to making the shirts for yourself....
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 02-28-19 15:58 <=-
knee problems also. Gave her the contact info for my doctor.
Ah. So it'll depend on how her knee turns out, whether she'll
be able to do the prep for, and the selling at, the market...
Hopefully your doctor will be useful to her.... :)
Hope so, the one she saw was less than useful. Mine will be a
lot better, based on my experience with him.
Hopefully... :)
I'll probably e-mail her in 2 or 3 weeks, find out if she's seen
the doctor yet, and his diagnosis.
And hopefully it won't take too long for her to get in to see him...
Shouldn't take too long to get in. I called on a Monday for my knee,
got an appointment for that Wed. I'll e-mail her in a few days, find
out how she's doing.
Yes, and I started the one pre-op med last night.
Final stretch... ;) I asked for prayers for you today at
church... :)
Thanks, all prayers will help. One couple from our LG will be
bringing home made soup over for supper on Saturday. That will be
a help also.
And now the surgery is done... Apparently you are home now...?
Home now, getting home therapy (one more week, then in clinic) and exercises. I'm doing a lot better than I was the first week, but know there's still a good ways to go to full recovery.
Got several meals
from church family, and a quilting friend brought over Olive Garden
soup, salad and bread sticks yesterday. Sweet surprise, that one.
Who knows--might even plant a garden? We'll see on that one.
If your knee and Steve's hand are up to the work.... :)
Don't know what he thinks of the idea--have to see how our other
plans work out.
Haven't mentioned it to him yet, eh....?
No, and we probably won't do it after all. Nice thought, but the
work involved is not really what should be undertaken this year.
I was rather wondering about that.... gardens are (or at least
can be) a lot of work.... :)
It would be a small one, but I think we'll pass on it for this year.
We may head down to FL once the knee gets to the point where I can take the ride. Steve's parents will be moving to an assisted living place
some time this spring; we'd like to help as much as we can.
comparing. Maybe later this year, after the new Wegman's opens
up in Raleigh?
They generally show up in the stores with the rest of the
Christmas stuff, like November, maybe late October....
OK, so we might be able to get one at the Raleigh store.
Good possibility, come fall.... :)
Maybe next year at the WF Wegman's.
That is also a possibility... :)
Still waiting for the signs to go up announcing exactly where
it will be. (G)
Patience.... (G)
I know, but at least we'll be able to shop the Raleigh store in a few
more months.
Still doing a lot of sewing but more quilts and suchlike than
the clothing that was just about all of it at one time.
Definitely a shift in focus there.... :)
Yes, but still doing some clothing--mostly shirts for me.
And the Santa suits....?
Mostly shirts for him lately.
So similar to making the shirts for yourself....
But on a much larger scale. (G)
him...I'll probably e-mail her in 2 or 3 weeks, find out if she's seen
the doctor yet, and his diagnosis.
And hopefully it won't take too long for her to get in to see
Shouldn't take too long to get in. I called on a Monday for my knee,
got an appointment for that Wed. I'll e-mail her in a few days, find
out how she's doing.
That does sound promising.... :)
be RH>> a help also.Yes, and I started the one pre-op med last night.
Final stretch... ;) I asked for prayers for you today at
church... :)
Thanks, all prayers will help. One couple from our LG will be
bringing home made soup over for supper on Saturday. That will
And now the surgery is done... Apparently you are home now...?
Home now, getting home therapy (one more week, then in clinic) and exercises. I'm doing a lot better than I was the first week, but know there's still a good ways to go to full recovery.
Good progress, though... :) I've kept our church informed, and
prayers continue... :)
Got several meals
from church family, and a quilting friend brought over Olive Garden
soup, salad and bread sticks yesterday. Sweet surprise, that one.
Hadn't expected anything from her...? ;) I remember when I broke my ankle, my Chinese friend and masseuse Deb figured I'd be jonesing for something Asian, so she brought us dim sum from Cantonese House...
that was a treat indeed... :)
other RH>>> plans work out.Who knows--might even plant a garden? We'll see on that one.
If your knee and Steve's hand are up to the work.... :)
Don't know what he thinks of the idea--have to see how our
Haven't mentioned it to him yet, eh....?
No, and we probably won't do it after all. Nice thought, but the
work involved is not really what should be undertaken this year.
I was rather wondering about that.... gardens are (or at least
can be) a lot of work.... :)
It would be a small one, but I think we'll pass on it for this year.
We may head down to FL once the knee gets to the point where I can take the ride. Steve's parents will be moving to an assisted living place
some time this spring; we'd like to help as much as we can.
That's probably a wise move for them... they have the place picked out
and all, then...? Do be careful not to overdo, though....
That is also a possibility... :)
Still waiting for the signs to go up announcing exactly where
it will be. (G)
Patience.... (G)
I know, but at least we'll be able to shop the Raleigh store in a few
more months.
So you'll be able to check out the fruitcakes this year in Raleigh... sounds like that Wegmans will be open in time for the picnic, too...
Still doing a lot of sewing but more quilts and suchlike than
the clothing that was just about all of it at one time.
Definitely a shift in focus there.... :)
Yes, but still doing some clothing--mostly shirts for me.
And the Santa suits....?
Mostly shirts for him lately.
So similar to making the shirts for yourself....
But on a much larger scale. (G)
Well, yes... ;)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 03-07-19 20:31 <=-
I'll probably e-mail her in 2 or 3 weeks, find out if she's seen
the doctor yet, and his diagnosis.
And hopefully it won't take too long for her to get in to see
him...
Shouldn't take too long to get in. I called on a Monday for my
knee, got an appointment for that Wed. I'll e-mail her in a few
days, find out how she's doing.
That does sound promising.... :)
Hopefully she will have the same fast time between call and
appointment.
And now the surgery is done... Apparently you are home now...?
Home now, getting home therapy (one more week, then in clinic)
and exercises. I'm doing a lot better than I was the first week,
but know there's still a good ways to go to full recovery.
Good progress, though... :) I've kept our church informed, and
prayers continue... :)
And very much appreciated. We've not made it out to a Wednesday night (prayer service) since just before my surgery. This upcoming Sunday
will be the first time for Sunday School and church, but most likely,
not LG. We also made a trip into Raleigh today; I used either the "ride 'em" carts or just the shopping cart, depending on where we were/how
much we needed to get.
Got several meals from church family, and a quilting friend
brought over Olive Garden soup, salad and bread sticks
yesterday. Sweet surprise, that one.
Hadn't expected anything from her...? ;) I remember when I
broke my ankle, my Chinese friend and masseuse Deb figured I'd
be jonesing for something Asian, so she brought us dim sum
from Cantonese House... that was a treat indeed... :)
Hadn't expected that from her, but not surprised. Steve is still doing
the cooking; I'm doing some of the clean up now. He tried out a pizza
on the new grill last night and found out that the concept needs some tweaking still. (G)
No, and we probably won't do it after all. Nice thought, but the
work involved is not really what should be undertaken this year.
I was rather wondering about that.... gardens are (or at least
can be) a lot of work.... :)
It would be a small one, but I think we'll pass on it for this
year. We may head down to FL once the knee gets to the point
where I can take the ride. Steve's parents will be moving to an
assisted living place some time this spring; we'd like to help
as much as we can.
That's probably a wise move for them... they have the place picked
out and all, then...? Do be careful not to overdo, though....
Don't know if they have the place picked out but most likely working
on it. And no, I won't over do; I've learned to respect my limits, even tho it's hard to sit still sometimes. (G)
I know, but at least we'll be able to shop the Raleigh store
in a few more months.
So you'll be able to check out the fruitcakes this year in
Raleigh... sounds like that Wegmans will be open in time for
the picnic, too...
Timing will be close on that; I'm not sure what the projected date for opening is. Saw it today--it's taking shape but still a ways to go.
Shouldn't take too long to get in. I called on a Monday for my
knee, got an appointment for that Wed. I'll e-mail her in a few
days, find out how she's doing.
That does sound promising.... :)
Hopefully she will have the same fast time between call and
appointment.
Indeed. :)
And now the surgery is done... Apparently you are home now...?
Home now, getting home therapy (one more week, then in clinic)
and exercises. I'm doing a lot better than I was the first week,
but know there's still a good ways to go to full recovery.
Good progress, though... :) I've kept our church informed, and
prayers continue... :)
And very much appreciated. We've not made it out to a Wednesday night (prayer service) since just before my surgery. This upcoming Sunday
will be the first time for Sunday School and church, but most likely,
not LG. We also made a trip into Raleigh today; I used either the "ride 'em" carts or just the shopping cart, depending on where we were/how
much we needed to get.
Progress, anyway.... :) Those ride-em cars are a good thing for times like this... :) And shopping carts make great walkers, too... ;)
Got several meals from church family, and a quilting friend
brought over Olive Garden soup, salad and bread sticks
yesterday. Sweet surprise, that one.
Hadn't expected anything from her...? ;) I remember when I
broke my ankle, my Chinese friend and masseuse Deb figured I'd
be jonesing for something Asian, so she brought us dim sum
from Cantonese House... that was a treat indeed... :)
Hadn't expected that from her, but not surprised. Steve is still doing
the cooking; I'm doing some of the clean up now. He tried out a pizza
on the new grill last night and found out that the concept needs some tweaking still. (G)
What happened... burnt crust...? Or sloppy cheese over everything...?
picked NB>> out and all, then...? Do be careful not to overdo, though....year. We may head down to FL once the knee gets to the point
where I can take the ride. Steve's parents will be moving to an
assisted living place some time this spring; we'd like to help
as much as we can.
That's probably a wise move for them... they have the place
Don't know if they have the place picked out but most likely working
on it. And no, I won't over do; I've learned to respect my limits, even tho it's hard to sit still sometimes. (G)
You are learning... (G)
I know, but at least we'll be able to shop the Raleigh store
in a few more months.
So you'll be able to check out the fruitcakes this year in
Raleigh... sounds like that Wegmans will be open in time for
the picnic, too...
Timing will be close on that; I'm not sure what the projected date for opening is. Saw it today--it's taking shape but still a ways to go.
Guess we'll find out as the time gets closer... :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 03-14-19 16:51 <=-
Shouldn't take too long to get in. I called on a Monday for my
knee, got an appointment for that Wed. I'll e-mail her in a
few days, find out how she's doing.
That does sound promising.... :)
Hopefully she will have the same fast time between call and
appointment.
Indeed. :)
I e-mailed her; she said with rest the knee has improved so she's not going to try to see a doctor now. If it gets worse, she now knows who
she will call.
Good progress, though... :) I've kept our church informed, and
prayers continue... :)
And very much appreciated. We've not made it out to a Wednesday
night (prayer service) since just before my surgery. This upcoming
Sunday will be the first time for Sunday School and church, but
most likely, not LG. We also made a trip into Raleigh today; I
used either the "ride 'em" carts or just the shopping cart,
depending on where we were/how much we needed to get.
Progress, anyway... :) Those ride-em cars are a good thing for
times like this... :) And shopping carts make great walkers,
too... ;)
They aren't so great in parking lots. We stopped at W-M after an appointment, parked right by a cart return so grabbed one from the
stall. Walked up to the door, only to find it was closed and had to
use another one. I was just too worn out to do so; Steve brought up the truck and took me home.
Hadn't expected that from her, but not surprised. Steve is
still doing the cooking; I'm doing some of the clean up now. He
tried out a pizza on the new grill last night and found out
that the concept needs some tweaking still. (G)
What happened...burnt crust...? Or sloppy cheese over everything...?
Bottom crust was pure charcoal. Steve said that he'll close the vents
as soon as he slides the next one on.
He just took a couple of pastramis off the smoker to sit in the oven
for an hour--first time making those with the new smoker/grill.
year. We may head down to FL once the knee gets to the point
where I can take the ride. Steve's parents will be moving to an
assisted living place some time this spring; we'd like to help
as much as we can.
That's probably a wise move for them... they have the place
picked out and all, then...? Do be careful not to overdo,
though....
Don't know if they have the place picked out but most likely
working on it. And no, I won't over do; I've learned to respect
my limits, even tho it's hard to sit still sometimes. (G)
You are learning... (G)
It's hard sitting and not doing, but I can do more than I could a
couple of weeks ago. The cane is much easier to get around and do
things with than the walker was. Still, looking forward to when I can ditch that also.
I know, but at least we'll be able to shop the Raleigh store
in a few more months.
So you'll be able to check out the fruitcakes this year in
Raleigh... sounds like that Wegmans will be open in time for
the picnic, too...
Timing will be close on that; I'm not sure what the projected
date for opening is. Saw it today--it's taking shape but still
a ways to go.
Guess we'll find out as the time gets closer... :)
Yes, we will--and it was interesting reading the article you posted
about Wegman's. Not surprised to see Publix listed in the top 10 as they're good also.
few days, find out how she's doing.
That does sound promising.... :)
Hopefully she will have the same fast time between call and
appointment.
Indeed. :)
I e-mailed her; she said with rest the knee has improved so she's not going to try to see a doctor now. If it gets worse, she now knows who
she will call.
Guess she's not ready for it yet.... the time will probably come for
her as for others.... :)
upcoming RH>> Sunday will be the first time for Sunday School andGood progress, though... :) I've kept our church informed, and
prayers continue... :)
And very much appreciated. We've not made it out to a Wednesday
night (prayer service) since just before my surgery. This
church, but
most likely, not LG. We also made a trip into Raleigh today; I
used either the "ride 'em" carts or just the shopping cart,
depending on where we were/how much we needed to get.
Progress, anyway... :) Those ride-em cars are a good thing for
times like this... :) And shopping carts make great walkers,
too... ;)
They aren't so great in parking lots. We stopped at W-M after an appointment, parked right by a cart return so grabbed one from the
stall. Walked up to the door, only to find it was closed and had to
use another one. I was just too worn out to do so; Steve brought up the truck and took me home.
W-M is probably way too big a store for you to be walking at this
point, anyway.... along with its parking lot.... :) And they don't usually
leave the ride-em carts out in the cart returns for you.... :)
Hadn't expected that from her, but not surprised. Steve is
still doing the cooking; I'm doing some of the clean up now. He
tried out a pizza on the new grill last night and found out
that the concept needs some tweaking still. (G)
What happened...burnt crust...? Or sloppy cheese over everything...?
Bottom crust was pure charcoal. Steve said that he'll close the vents
as soon as he slides the next one on.
Trial and error... ;)
He just took a couple of pastramis off the smoker to sit in the oven
for an hour--first time making those with the new smoker/grill.
He is indeed busy playing with the new smoker/grill.... :)
Don't know if they have the place picked out but most likely
working on it. And no, I won't over do; I've learned to respect
my limits, even tho it's hard to sit still sometimes. (G)
You are learning... (G)
It's hard sitting and not doing, but I can do more than I could a
couple of weeks ago. The cane is much easier to get around and do
things with than the walker was. Still, looking forward to when I can ditch that also.
Don't be too hasty.... :)
I know, but at least we'll be able to shop the Raleigh store
in a few more months.
So you'll be able to check out the fruitcakes this year in
Raleigh... sounds like that Wegmans will be open in time for
the picnic, too...
Timing will be close on that; I'm not sure what the projected
date for opening is. Saw it today--it's taking shape but still
a ways to go.
Guess we'll find out as the time gets closer... :)
Yes, we will--and it was interesting reading the article you posted
about Wegman's. Not surprised to see Publix listed in the top 10 as they're good also.
The article didn't mention all the stores in the middle... it might be interesting to find out where some of the other fairly good grocery
chains landed, if at all... :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 03-20-19 14:09 <=-
few days, find out how she's doing.
That does sound promising.... :)
Hopefully she will have the same fast time between call and
appointment.
Indeed. :)
I e-mailed her; she said with rest the knee has improved so
she's not going to try to see a doctor now. If it gets worse,
she now knows who she will call.
Guess she's not ready for it yet.... the time will probably
come for her as for others.... :)
She has a torn meniscus--a simpler job than the total knee but still, better done sooner rather than later.
Progress, anyway... :) Those ride-em cars are a good thing for
times like this... :) And shopping carts make great walkers,
too... ;)
They aren't so great in parking lots. We stopped at W-M after an
appointment, parked right by a cart return so grabbed one from
the stall. Walked up to the door, only to find it was closed and
had to use another one. I was just too worn out to do so; Steve
brought up the truck and took me home.
W-M is probably way too big a store for you to be walking at this
point, anyway.... along with its parking lot... :) And they don't
usually leave the ride-em carts out in the cart returns for you...
They usually bring the carts in as soon as they can. If we see one in
a parking lot, most often we will run it back in. I'm all "unwrapped"
now but it'll still be a while before I'm up to doing much walking, especially in a store like W-M.
Steve is still doing the cooking; I'm doing some of the clean up
now. He tried out a pizza on the new grill last night and found
out that the concept needs some tweaking still. (G)
What happened...burnt crust...? Or sloppy cheese over
everything...?
Bottom crust was pure charcoal. Steve said that he'll close the
vents as soon as he slides the next one on.
Trial and error... ;)
Yes, and this was a for sure error. About as bad as when he rescued a charcoal smoker from the side of the road while we were in AZ. No instructions or anything so the few things he tried on it ended up
tasting like charcoal. (G) He put it back on the side of the road for
the trash collectors to pick up.
He just took a couple of pastramis off the smoker to sit in the
oven for an hour--first time making those with the new
smoker/grill.
He is indeed busy playing with the new smoker/grill.... :)
Very much so, as long as the weather co-operates.
Don't know if they have the place picked out but most likely
working on it. And no, I won't over do; I've learned to respect
my limits, even tho it's hard to sit still sometimes. (G)
You are learning... (G)
It's hard sitting and not doing, but I can do more than I could
a couple of weeks ago. The cane is much easier to get around and
do things with than the walker was. Still, looking forward to
when I can ditch that also.
Don't be too hasty.... :)
I won't. I can do a few steps without it but know it's still needed
for anything more than that.
Timing will be close on that; I'm not sure what the projected
date for opening is. Saw it today--it's taking shape but still
a ways to go.
Guess we'll find out as the time gets closer... :)
Yes, we will--and it was interesting reading the article you
posted about Wegman's. Not surprised to see Publix listed in the
top 10 as they're good also.
The article didn't mention all the stores in the middle... it
might be interesting to find out where some of the other fairly
good grocery chains landed, if at all... :)
It would be interesting to find out, if we could.
Guess she's not ready for it yet.... the time will probably
come for her as for others.... :)
She has a torn meniscus--a simpler job than the total knee but still, better done sooner rather than later.
Yeah, that doesn't generally heal on its own.... Did she go to the
doctor and have it assessed, then....?
this NB>> point, anyway.... along with its parking lot... :) And they don't NB>> usually leave the ride-em carts out in the cart returns
for you...
They usually bring the carts in as soon as they can. If we see one in
a parking lot, most often we will run it back in. I'm all "unwrapped"
now but it'll still be a while before I'm up to doing much walking, especially in a store like W-M.
You should probably have Steve drop you off at the (open) door, so all
you have to walk is to the ride-em cart.... ;)
up RH>>> now. He tried out a pizza on the new grill last night andSteve is still doing the cooking; I'm doing some of the clean
found
out that the concept needs some tweaking still. (G)
What happened...burnt crust...? Or sloppy cheese over
everything...?
Bottom crust was pure charcoal. Steve said that he'll close the
vents as soon as he slides the next one on.
Trial and error... ;)
Yes, and this was a for sure error. About as bad as when he rescued a charcoal smoker from the side of the road while we were in AZ. No instructions or anything so the few things he tried on it ended up
tasting like charcoal. (G) He put it back on the side of the road for
the trash collectors to pick up.
That sounds like a worse error.... although easily remedied... (G)
He just took a couple of pastramis off the smoker to sit in the
oven for an hour--first time making those with the new
smoker/grill.
He is indeed busy playing with the new smoker/grill.... :)
Very much so, as long as the weather co-operates.
And has it been, by and large...? ;)
Don't know if they have the place picked out but most likely
working on it. And no, I won't over do; I've learned to respect
my limits, even tho it's hard to sit still sometimes. (G)
You are learning... (G)
It's hard sitting and not doing, but I can do more than I could
a couple of weeks ago. The cane is much easier to get around and
do things with than the walker was. Still, looking forward to
when I can ditch that also.
Don't be too hasty.... :)
I won't. I can do a few steps without it but know it's still needed
for anything more than that.
Better to have it there in your hand than to take a tumble...
Timing will be close on that; I'm not sure what the projected
date for opening is. Saw it today--it's taking shape but still
a ways to go.
Guess we'll find out as the time gets closer... :)
Yes, we will--and it was interesting reading the article you
posted about Wegman's. Not surprised to see Publix listed in the
top 10 as they're good also.
The article didn't mention all the stores in the middle... it
might be interesting to find out where some of the other fairly
good grocery chains landed, if at all... :)
It would be interesting to find out, if we could.
There might be a link from the link for that article.... or maybe
search on Harris Poll....?
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 03-27-19 15:24 <=-
Guess she's not ready for it yet.... the time will probably
come for her as for others.... :)
She has a torn meniscus--a simpler job than the total knee but
still, better done sooner rather than later.
Yeah, that doesn't generally heal on its own.... Did she go to
the doctor and have it assessed, then....?
She had it looked at by another doctor several months ago who just
said to let time heal it. She wasn't happy with that option at the time
so was interested to have a 2nd opinion, now is just letting it rest.
Since I was early for therapy today, we stopped at the doctor's office
so he could check on the knee--a bit of a problem in the one area. He treated it, said to come back for a dressing change on Friday, see him next week. In the mean time, no therapy that would bend the knee so
had to cancel at least a couple of sessions.
Bottom crust was pure charcoal. Steve said that he'll close the
vents as soon as he slides the next one on.
Trial and error... ;)
Yes, and this was a for sure error. About as bad as when he
rescued a charcoal smoker from the side of the road while we were
in AZ. No instructions or anything so the few things he tried on
it ended up tasting like charcoal. (G) He put it back on the side
of the road for the trash collectors to pick up.
That sounds like a worse error... although easily remedied... (G)
Easily remedied by getting rid of that smoker. (G) I tried making
supper last night--didn't turn down the heat quite far enough so the bottom layer of meat/onions/mushrooms burned on to the pan. Steve
rescued the rest (Mexican seasoned, thickened with yogurt and flour)
and served over noodles for a Mexican stroganoff. Overally worthy of
doing again but making sure I turn down the heat more.
He just took a couple of pastramis off the smoker to sit in the
oven for an hour--first time making those with the new
smoker/grill.
He is indeed busy playing with the new smoker/grill.... :)
Very much so, as long as the weather co-operates.
And has it been, by and large...? ;)
Except for turning cool for a few days, yes. It should warm up again
by the end of the week.
Timing will be close on that; I'm not sure what the projected
date for opening is. Saw it today--it's taking shape but still
a ways to go.
Guess we'll find out as the time gets closer... :)
Yes, we will--and it was interesting reading the article you
posted about Wegman's. Not surprised to see Publix listed in the
top 10 as they're good also.
The article didn't mention all the stores in the middle... it
might be interesting to find out where some of the other fairly
good grocery chains landed, if at all... :)
It would be interesting to find out, if we could.
There might be a link from the link for that article.... or maybe
search on Harris Poll....?
Only if I think it's that important in the greater scheme of life.
She has a torn meniscus--a simpler job than the total knee but
still, better done sooner rather than later.
Yeah, that doesn't generally heal on its own.... Did she go to
the doctor and have it assessed, then....?
She had it looked at by another doctor several months ago who just
said to let time heal it. She wasn't happy with that option at the time
so was interested to have a 2nd opinion, now is just letting it rest.
And if time AND rest don't heal it, she might go for the surgery...?
Since I was early for therapy today, we stopped at the doctor's office
so he could check on the knee--a bit of a problem in the one area. He treated it, said to come back for a dressing change on Friday, see him next week. In the mean time, no therapy that would bend the knee so
had to cancel at least a couple of sessions.
Did that mean that you were able to get to a quilting session or
two...?
were RH>> in AZ. No instructions or anything so the few things he
tried on
side RH>> of the road for the trash collectors to pick up.it ended up tasting like charcoal. (G) He put it back on the
(G)That sounds like a worse error... although easily remedied...
Easily remedied by getting rid of that smoker. (G) I tried making
supper last night--didn't turn down the heat quite far enough so the bottom layer of meat/onions/mushrooms burned on to the pan. Steve
rescued the rest (Mexican seasoned, thickened with yogurt and flour)
and served over noodles for a Mexican stroganoff. Overally worthy of
doing again but making sure I turn down the heat more.
Need to get your touch back... (G) Nice rescue there... ;)
He just took a couple of pastramis off the smoker to sit in the
oven for an hour--first time making those with the new
smoker/grill.
He is indeed busy playing with the new smoker/grill.... :)
Very much so, as long as the weather co-operates.
And has it been, by and large...? ;)
Except for turning cool for a few days, yes. It should warm up again
by the end of the week.
I'd think that cool shouldn't be much of an issue, at least not as
much as precipitation (whether wet or fluffy).... :) SOW, the
neighbors
fired up their grills recently... and not on one of the really warm
days, either... ;)
maybe NB>> search on Harris Poll....?The article didn't mention all the stores in the middle... it
might be interesting to find out where some of the other fairly
good grocery chains landed, if at all... :)
It would be interesting to find out, if we could.
There might be a link from the link for that article.... or
Only if I think it's that important in the greater scheme of life.
I know... lots of things competing for the limited time/energy available... :) The past week, I've been working on our taxes, and interspersing sits at the computer for messaging and bbsing... and
breaks for preparing and eating meals.... ;)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 04-02-19 13:17 <=-
She has a torn meniscus--a simpler job than the total knee but
still, better done sooner rather than later.
Yeah, that doesn't generally heal on its own.... Did she go to
the doctor and have it assessed, then....?
She had it looked at by another doctor several months ago who
just said to let time heal it. She wasn't happy with that option
at the time so was interested to have a 2nd opinion, now is just
letting it rest.
And if time AND rest don't heal it, she might go for the surgery...?
I would think/hope so. It seems strange, not seeing her at the
farmer's market.
Since I was early for therapy today, we stopped at the doctor's
office so he could check on the knee--a bit of a problem in the
one area. He treated it, said to come back for a dressing change
on Friday, see him next week. In the mean time, no therapy that
would bend the knee so had to cancel at least a couple of sessions.
Did that mean that you were able to get to a quilting session or
two...?
We stopped in for a bit after finishing with the doctor, but to visit,
not do any sewing. Have to see what the outcome of today's appointment
is as to when I can resume therapy or go to quilting.
I tried making supper last night--didn't turn down the heat quite
far enough so the bottom layer of meat/onions/mushrooms burned on
to the pan. Steve rescued the rest (Mexican seasoned, thickened
with yogurt and flour) and served over noodles for a Mexican
stroganoff. Overally worthy of doing again but making sure I turn
down the heat more.
Need to get your touch back... (G) Nice rescue there... ;)
It was what I'd started to make. Since then, I've done some puttering
in the kitchen (he had me thin slice onions yesterday) but not much
more in the cooking line. It's still hard to stand for more than a few minutes.
He just took a couple of pastramis off the smoker to sit in the
oven for an hour--first time making those with the new
smoker/grill.
He is indeed busy playing with the new smoker/grill.... :)
Very much so, as long as the weather co-operates.
And has it been, by and large...? ;)
Except for turning cool for a few days, yes. It should warm up
again by the end of the week.
I'd think that cool shouldn't be much of an issue, at least not
as much as precipitation (whether wet or fluffy).... :) SOW, the
neighbors fired up their grills recently... and not on one of the
really warm days, either... ;)
We couldn't today--it's been cold and wet. There was a bit of snow in
the state, not too far west of us, but it didn't stick around. Temps didn't even get out of the 40s--record set for lowest high on this
day. But, by this week end it'll be grilling temps/weather again.
The article didn't mention all the stores in the middle... it
might be interesting to find out where some of the other fairly
good grocery chains landed, if at all... :)
It would be interesting to find out, if we could.
There might be a link from the link for that article.... or
maybe search on Harris Poll....?
Only if I think it's that important in the greater scheme of life.
I know... lots of things competing for the limited time/energy
available... :) The past week, I've been working on our taxes,
and interspersing sits at the computer for messaging and bbsing...
and breaks for preparing and eating meals.... ;)
Steve got our taxes done yesterday, after working on them for several
days prior.
surgery...?She had it looked at by another doctor several months ago who
just said to let time heal it. She wasn't happy with that option
at the time so was interested to have a 2nd opinion, now is just
letting it rest.
And if time AND rest don't heal it, she might go for the
I would think/hope so. It seems strange, not seeing her at the
farmer's market.
I'm sure it does... being a fixture and all that, and one you normally stop to talk to.... Hopefully she does get it taken care of it sooner than later... :)
sessions. NB>> Did that mean that you were able to get to a quilting session oron Friday, see him next week. In the mean time, no therapy that
would bend the knee so had to cancel at least a couple of
two...?
We stopped in for a bit after finishing with the doctor, but to visit,
not do any sewing. Have to see what the outcome of today's appointment
is as to when I can resume therapy or go to quilting.
Just enough to touch base with your quilting friends... How did the appointment go...? Did you get the ok for resuming therapy...?
quite RH>> far enough so the bottom layer of meat/onions/mushroomsI tried making supper last night--didn't turn down the heat
burned on RH>> to the pan. Steve rescued the rest (Mexican seasoned, thickened
turn RH>> down the heat more.with yogurt and flour) and served over noodles for a Mexican
stroganoff. Overally worthy of doing again but making sure I
Need to get your touch back... (G) Nice rescue there... ;)
It was what I'd started to make. Since then, I've done some puttering
in the kitchen (he had me thin slice onions yesterday) but not much
more in the cooking line. It's still hard to stand for more than a few minutes.
Seems like a wiser thing to let Steve do the main cooking still,
then.... :) And keep (some of) your hand in by doing some of the sous cheffing... :)
the NB>> neighbors fired up their grills recently... and not on oneI'd think that cool shouldn't be much of an issue, at least not
as much as precipitation (whether wet or fluffy).... :) SOW,
of the NB>> really warm days, either... ;)
We couldn't today--it's been cold and wet. There was a bit of snow in
the state, not too far west of us, but it didn't stick around. Temps didn't even get out of the 40s--record set for lowest high on this
day. But, by this week end it'll be grilling temps/weather again.
Wet, I can see... have to admit, the neighbors weren't standing out by their grills much... just cooking something on them... ;)
bbsing... NB>> and breaks for preparing and eating meals.... ;)available... :) The past week, I've been working on our taxes,
and interspersing sits at the computer for messaging and
Steve got our taxes done yesterday, after working on them for several
days prior.
Ours got mailed out today... signed them a couple days ago, did
finishing touches yesterday... but didn't go out until today.... now I
can focus on other things... :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 04-06-19 14:08 <=-
just said to let time heal it. She wasn't happy with that option
at the time so was interested to have a 2nd opinion, now is just
letting it rest.
And if time AND rest don't heal it, she might go for the
surgery...?
I would think/hope so. It seems strange, not seeing her at the
farmer's market.
I'm sure it does... being a fixture and all that, and one youSaw her at the market today (She was shopping, as we were, not
normally stop to talk to.... Hopefully she does get it taken
care of it sooner than later... :)
vending.) and got a report that it's doing much better, now that
she's not on her feet as much. But, if it flares up again, she
will know where to go.
on Friday, see him next week. In the mean time, no therapy that
would bend the knee so had to cancel at least a couple of
sessions.
Did that mean that you were able to get to a quilting session or
two...?
We stopped in for a bit after finishing with the doctor, but to
visit, not do any sewing. Have to see what the outcome of today's
appointment is as to when I can resume therapy or go to quilting.
Just enough to touch base with your quilting friends... How did theGood to catch up with the quilting group, the appointment, not so
appointment go...? Did you get the ok for resuming therapy...?
well. I've still got to hold off on flexing exercises (the bulk of therapy) but can do the quadricepts strengthening ones at home. I'll
go back again this coming Tuesday for another check.
I tried making supper last night--didn't turn down the heat
quite far enough so the bottom layer of meat/onions/mushrooms
burned on to the pan. Steve rescued the rest (Mexican seasoned,
thickened with yogurt and flour) and served over noodles for a
Mexican stroganoff. Overally worthy of doing again but making
sure I turn down the heat more.
Need to get your touch back... (G) Nice rescue there... ;)
It was what I'd started to make. Since then, I've done some
puttering in the kitchen (he had me thin slice onions yesterday)
but not much more in the cooking line. It's still hard to stand
for more than a few minutes.
Seems like a wiser thing to let Steve do the main cooking still,I'm doing a bit more, but still prefer to let Steve do things that
then.... :) And keep (some of) your hand in by doing some of the
sous cheffing... :)
will take a while to prepare. I can get things out of the pantry or fridge, load the dishwasher or put away what he's finished with--jobs
like that I can take breaks as needed. (G)
I'd think that cool shouldn't be much of an issue, at least not
as much as precipitation (whether wet or fluffy).... :) SOW,
the neighbors fired up their grills recently... and not on one
of the really warm days, either... ;)
We couldn't today--it's been cold and wet. There was a bit of snow
in the state, not too far west of us, but it didn't stick around.
Temps didn't even get out of the 40s--record set for lowest high
on this day. But, by this week end it'll be grilling temps/weather
again.
Wet, I can see... have to admit, the neighbors weren't standingWe've done similar before, setting up umbrellas over the grill (or
out by their grills much... just cooking something on them... ;)
smoker) at times.
available... :) The past week, I've been working on our taxes,
and interspersing sits at the computer for messaging and
bbsing... and breaks for preparing and eating meals.... ;)
Steve got our taxes done yesterday, after working on them for
several days prior.
Ours got mailed out today... signed them a couple days ago, didSteve e-filed--we've been doing that for quite a while now.
finishing touches yesterday... but didn't go out until today....
now I can focus on other things... :)
Saw her at the market today (She was shopping, as we were, notI'm sure it does... being a fixture and all that, and one you
normally stop to talk to.... Hopefully she does get it taken
care of it sooner than later... :)
vending.) and got a report that it's doing much better, now that
she's not on her feet as much. But, if it flares up again, she
will know where to go.
If she's there vending, does she have to be on her feet a lot, or can
she do it mostly sitting, with it up...?
therapy) but can do the quadricepts strengthening ones at home. I'll
go back again this coming Tuesday for another check.
How did things go at today's appointment...?
the NB>> sous cheffing... :)but not much more in the cooking line. It's still hard to stand
for more than a few minutes.
Seems like a wiser thing to let Steve do the main cooking still,
then.... :) And keep (some of) your hand in by doing some of
I'm doing a bit more, but still prefer to let Steve do things that
will take a while to prepare. I can get things out of the pantry or fridge, load the dishwasher or put away what he's finished with--jobs
like that I can take breaks as needed. (G)
So much safer jobs for you at this time... :) Eventually you'll be
back to your normal... and in the meantime it's good that Steve can
handle
things capably.... :)
temps/weather RH>> again.on this day. But, by this week end it'll be grilling
We've done similar before, setting up umbrellas over the grill (orWet, I can see... have to admit, the neighbors weren't standing
out by their grills much... just cooking something on them... ;)
smoker) at times.
I don't think the day(s) they were grilling were wet, just still
pretty chilly... ;)
Steve e-filed--we've been doing that for quite a while now.Ours got mailed out today... signed them a couple days ago, did
finishing touches yesterday... but didn't go out until today....
now I can focus on other things... :)
We've semi-considered it a few times, but always decide to just stay
with paper... Richard still has any federal refunds sent to him by
check, I get the state refunds and I've started letting them direct deposit them.... Still rather Luddite-ish... ;)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 04-10-19 13:48 <=-
I'm sure it does... being a fixture and all that, and one you
normally stop to talk to.... Hopefully she does get it taken
care of it sooner than later... :)
Saw her at the market today (She was shopping, as we were, not
vending.) and got a report that it's doing much better, now that
she's not on her feet as much. But, if it flares up again, she
will know where to go.
If she's there vending, does she have to be on her feet a lot, or
can she do it mostly sitting, with the leg up...?
She was one of the bakers so on her feet a lot before the market
(making the goodies) and during the market (selling the goodies). Not really a sit down-able set up when she was active with customers but
would have been able to sit in the off times.
therapy) but can do the quadricepts strengthening ones at home.
I'll go back again this coming Tuesday for another check.
How did things go at today's appointment...?
Still an open area so we're trying medical grade honey (Leptospermum honey) this week. I do have the OK to resume some therapy but no
intense knee bending exercises; the honey is covered with the same gauze/ace bandage dressing so it will stay where it's needed.
but not much more in the cooking line. It's still hard to stand
for more than a few minutes.
Seems like a wiser thing to let Steve do the main cooking still,
then.... :) And keep (some of) your hand in by doing some of
the sous cheffing... :)
I'm doing a bit more, but still prefer to let Steve do things that
will take a while to prepare. I can get things out of the pantry
or fridge, load the dishwasher or put away what he's finished
with--jobs like that I can take breaks as needed. (G)
So much safer jobs for you at this time... :) Eventually you'll
be back to your normal... and in the meantime it's good that
Steve can handle things capably.... :)
He's been a major help as I can't do it all on my own yet. I'll
probably cut up some onions and potatoes for a German potato salad
after I finish Fido, have him assemble it later this afternoon. I
pulled some ribs out of the freezer to go with the potato salad for supper.
on this day. But, by this week end it'll be grilling temps/
weather again.
Wet, I can see... have to admit, the neighbors weren't standing
out by their grills much... just cooking something on them... ;)
We've done similar before, setting up umbrellas over the grill
(or smoker) at times.
I don't think the day(s) they were grilling were wet, just still
pretty chilly... ;)
I'd rather be chilly and dry than warm and soaking wet.
Ours got mailed out today... signed them a couple days ago, did
finishing touches yesterday... but didn't go out until today....
now I can focus on other things... :)
Steve e-filed--we've been doing that for quite a while now.
We've semi-considered it a few times, but always decide to just stay
with paper... Richard still has any federal refunds sent to him by
check, I get the state refunds and I've started letting them direct
deposit them.... Still rather Luddite-ish... ;)
We started while Steve was still active duty--a lot more convenient
for us.
or NB>> can she do it mostly sitting, with the leg up...?normally stop to talk to.... Hopefully she does get it taken
care of it sooner than later... :)
Saw her at the market today (She was shopping, as we were, not
vending.) and got a report that it's doing much better, now that
she's not on her feet as much. But, if it flares up again, she
will know where to go.
If she's there vending, does she have to be on her feet a lot,
She was one of the bakers so on her feet a lot before the market
(making the goodies) and during the market (selling the goodies). Not really a sit down-able set up when she was active with customers but
would have been able to sit in the off times.
I wonder if she'd be able to modify the routine enough to be able to
sit enough to not stress the knee too much...
therapy) but can do the quadricepts strengthening ones at home.
I'll go back again this coming Tuesday for another check.
How did things go at today's appointment...?
Still an open area so we're trying medical grade honey (Leptospermum honey) this week. I do have the OK to resume some therapy but no
intense knee bending exercises; the honey is covered with the same gauze/ace bandage dressing so it will stay where it's needed.
Is that working...? Good that you can resume some therapy... :)
that RH>> will take a while to prepare. I can get things out of the pantryI'm doing a bit more, but still prefer to let Steve do things
or fridge, load the dishwasher or put away what he's finished
with--jobs like that I can take breaks as needed. (G)
So much safer jobs for you at this time... :) Eventually you'll
be back to your normal... and in the meantime it's good that
Steve can handle things capably.... :)
He's been a major help as I can't do it all on my own yet. I'll
probably cut up some onions and potatoes for a German potato salad
after I finish Fido, have him assemble it later this afternoon. I
pulled some ribs out of the freezer to go with the potato salad for supper.
Sounds like a nice division of labor... :) And I'm sure it came out
quite tasty... :)
(or smoker) at times.
I don't think the day(s) they were grilling were wet, just still
pretty chilly... ;)
I'd rather be chilly and dry than warm and soaking wet.
Probably their take on it, too... :)
stay NB>> with paper... Richard still has any federal refunds sent toSteve e-filed--we've been doing that for quite a while now.
We've semi-considered it a few times, but always decide to just
him by NB>> check, I get the state refunds and I've started letting
them direct NB>> deposit them.... Still rather Luddite-ish... ;)
We started while Steve was still active duty--a lot more convenient
for us.
I can see how that would be... :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 04-18-19 14:45 <=-
Saw her at the market today (She was shopping, as we were, not
vending.) and got a report that it's doing much better, now that
she's not on her feet as much. But, if it flares up again, she
will know where to go.
If she's there vending, does she have to be on her feet a lot,
or can she do it mostly sitting, with the leg up...?
She was one of the bakers so on her feet a lot before the market
(making the goodies) and during the market (selling the goodies).
Not really a sit down-able set up when she was active with
customers but would have been able to sit in the off times.
I wonder if she'd be able to modify the routine enough to be able
to sit enough to not stress the knee too much...
Don't know, but getting it fixed is the better option overall.
IIRC, instead of a big commercial oven, she has several standard
kitchen stoves in her garage for baking. That's a lot of stress
on the knee, bending and reaching, to use them.
therapy) but can do the quadricepts strengthening ones at home.
I'll go back again this coming Tuesday for another check.
How did things go at today's appointment...?
Still an open area so we're trying medical grade honey
(Leptospermum honey) this week. I do have the OK to resume some
therapy but no intense knee bending exercises; the honey is
covered with the same gauze/ace bandage dressing so it will stay
where it's needed.
Is that working...? Good that you can resume some therapy... :)
Saw the doctor Tuesday--the honey is working but he said it might take some months to fully heal. He reduced the dressing to just a cover
over the affected area--making therapy yesterday a lot easier in that respect but I got quite the work out otherwise. Doctor also wants me to continue with therapy (at least) until the end of May, at which time
we'll re-evaluate and make a decision.
I'm doing a bit more, but still prefer to let Steve do things
that will take a while to prepare. I can get things out of the
pantry or fridge, load the dishwasher or put away what he's
finished with--jobs like that I can take breaks as needed. (G)
So much safer jobs for you at this time... :) Eventually you'll
be back to your normal... and in the meantime it's good that
Steve can handle things capably.... :)
He's been a major help as I can't do it all on my own yet. I'll
probably cut up some onions and potatoes for a German potato salad
after I finish Fido, have him assemble it later this afternoon. I
pulled some ribs out of the freezer to go with the potato salad
for supper.
Sounds like a nice division of labor... :) And I'm sure it came
out quite tasty... :)
It did. He warmed up the ribs in a large pot of water, using the sous vide. They got warm but not toughened from overheating.
goodies). RH>> Not really a sit down-able set up when she was active
with
able NB>> to sit enough to not stress the knee too much...customers but would have been able to sit in the off times.
I wonder if she'd be able to modify the routine enough to be
Don't know, but getting it fixed is the better option overall.
I'd agree... just trying to think of interim measures...
IIRC, instead of a big commercial oven, she has several standard
kitchen stoves in her garage for baking. That's a lot of stress
on the knee, bending and reaching, to use them.
True... That would take some major modification to be workable in the meantime.... like having someone else do the bending and reaching...
(G)
therapy) but can do the quadricepts strengthening ones at home.
I'll go back again this coming Tuesday for another check.
How did things go at today's appointment...?
Still an open area so we're trying medical grade honey
(Leptospermum honey) this week. I do have the OK to resume some
therapy but no intense knee bending exercises; the honey is
covered with the same gauze/ace bandage dressing so it will stay
where it's needed.
Is that working...? Good that you can resume some therapy... :)
Saw the doctor Tuesday--the honey is working but he said it might take some months to fully heal. He reduced the dressing to just a cover
over the affected area--making therapy yesterday a lot easier in that respect but I got quite the work out otherwise. Doctor also wants me to continue with therapy (at least) until the end of May, at which time
we'll re-evaluate and make a decision.
Still a case of making haste slowly.... :) Better to be careful, and
have the knee heal properly, though, than to rush along and not... :)
salad RH>> after I finish Fido, have him assemble it later this afternoon. I RH>> pulled some ribs out of the freezer to go with the potato salad
for supper.
Sounds like a nice division of labor... :) And I'm sure it came
out quite tasty... :)
It did. He warmed up the ribs in a large pot of water, using the sous vide. They got warm but not toughened from overheating.
Very nice. :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 04-24-19 15:55 <=-
Not really a sit down-able set up when she was active with
customers but would have been able to sit in the off times.
I wonder if she'd be able to modify the routine enough to be
able to sit enough to not stress the knee too much...
Don't know, but getting it fixed is the better option overall.
I'd agree... just trying to think of interim measures...
I know, but there's the time for recovery to be factored into things
too. She may, now, may want to wait until the heat of the summer is
over.
IIRC, instead of a big commercial oven, she has several standard
kitchen stoves in her garage for baking. That's a lot of stress
on the knee, bending and reaching, to use them.
True... That would take some major modification to be workable
in the meantime.... like having someone else do the bending and
reaching... (G)
That would work if someone else is available. Don't know the answer to that question tho.
Still an open area so we're trying medical grade honey
(Leptospermum honey) this week. I do have the OK to resume some
therapy but no intense knee bending exercises; the honey is
covered with the same gauze/ace bandage dressing so it will stay
where it's needed.
Is that working...? Good that you can resume some therapy... :)
Saw the doctor Tuesday--the honey is working but he said it might
take some months to fully heal. He reduced the dressing to just a
cover over the affected area--making therapy yesterday a lot
easier in that respect but I got quite the work out otherwise.
Doctor also wants me to continue with therapy (at least) until the
end of May, at which time we'll re-evaluate and make a decision.
Still a case of making haste slowly... Better to be careful, and
have the knee heal properly, though, than to rush along and not... :)
Just came back from the doctor. He's happy with the progress, says
that the danger of infection is over and I can use the one passive
quads exerciser. Back in 2 weeks, not one.
salad after I finish Fido, have him assemble it later this
afternoon. I pulled some ribs out of the freezer to go with
the potato salad for supper.
Sounds like a nice division of labor... :) And I'm sure it came
out quite tasty... :)
It did. He warmed up the ribs in a large pot of water, using the
sous vide. They got warm but not toughened from overheating.
Very nice. :)
Quite so. Yesterday I got everything ready for sweet & sour pork, then took some time off my feet. Steve cooked it a bit later while I
reheated the rice, got out the plates, etc.
Decided next time to make it less sweet.
able to sit enough to not stress the knee too much...
Don't know, but getting it fixed is the better option overall.
I'd agree... just trying to think of interim measures...
I know, but there's the time for recovery to be factored into things
too. She may, now, may want to wait until the heat of the summer is
over.
That could be a possibility, too... some parts of the recovery process
are better when it's not too hot.... ;)
IIRC, instead of a big commercial oven, she has several standard
kitchen stoves in her garage for baking. That's a lot of stress
on the knee, bending and reaching, to use them.
True... That would take some major modification to be workable
in the meantime.... like having someone else do the bending and
reaching... (G)
That would work if someone else is available. Don't know the answer to that question tho.
And we can't exactly plan out her life for her, either... ;)
the RH>> end of May, at which time we'll re-evaluate and make aeasier in that respect but I got quite the work out otherwise.
Doctor also wants me to continue with therapy (at least) until
decision.
not... :)Still a case of making haste slowly... Better to be careful, and
have the knee heal properly, though, than to rush along and
Just came back from the doctor. He's happy with the progress, says
that the danger of infection is over and I can use the one passive
quads exerciser. Back in 2 weeks, not one.
Good progress... :)
came NB>>> out quite tasty... :)the potato salad for supper.
Sounds like a nice division of labor... :) And I'm sure it
It did. He warmed up the ribs in a large pot of water, using the
sous vide. They got warm but not toughened from overheating.
Very nice. :)
Quite so. Yesterday I got everything ready for sweet & sour pork, then took some time off my feet. Steve cooked it a bit later while I
reheated the rice, got out the plates, etc.
That worked out nicely, too.... you're getting to be able to do more, sounds like... must feel good... :)
Decided next time to make it less sweet.
Was this a recipe you'd made before, or a new one...? Perhaps your
sweet tooth is abating some...? ;)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 05-01-19 14:25 <=-
able to sit enough to not stress the knee too much...
Don't know, but getting it fixed is the better option overall.
I'd agree... just trying to think of interim measures...
I know, but there's the time for recovery to be factored into
things too. She may, now, may want to wait until the heat of
the summer is over.
That could be a possibility, too... some parts of the recovery
process are better when it's not too hot.... ;)
That's why I'm glad I had my surgery in mid February instead of late March. Considering how much the knee has had to be wrapped up, if the surgery were later in the spring, the knee would be rather hot under
the wrappings. Right now it has a square bandage, about 3" x 3"
covering just a portion of the top.
IIRC, instead of a big commercial oven, she has several standard
kitchen stoves in her garage for baking. That's a lot of stress
on the knee, bending and reaching, to use them.
True... That would take some major modification to be workable
in the meantime.... like having someone else do the bending and
reaching... (G)
That would work if someone else is available. Don't know the
answer to that question tho.
And we can't exactly plan out her life for her, either... ;)
No, but was able to give her the name of a doctor to see.
easier in that respect but I got quite the work out otherwise.
Doctor also wants me to continue with therapy (at least) until
the end of May, at which time we'll re-evaluate and make a
decision.
Still a case of making haste slowly... Better to be careful, and
have the knee heal properly, though, than to rush along and
not... :)
Just came back from the doctor. He's happy with the progress, says
that the danger of infection is over and I can use the one passive
quads exerciser. Back in 2 weeks, not one.
Good progress... :)
Except that even the small cover for the passive machine is on the big side for me. I'm doing active quads exercising instead.
It did. He warmed up the ribs in a large pot of water, using the
sous vide. They got warm but not toughened from overheating.
Very nice. :)
Quite so. Yesterday I got everything ready for sweet & sour pork,
then took some time off my feet. Steve cooked it a bit later
while I reheated the rice, got out the plates, etc.
That worked out nicely, too.... you're getting to be able to do more,
sounds like... must feel good... :)
Decided next time to make it less sweet.
Was this a recipe you'd made before, or a new one...? Perhaps your
sweet tooth is abating some...? ;)
Used one from "More With Less" that I'd never tried before. We decided
it needed about half the pineapple, sub in another veggie for the
other half of the pineapple (carrots or broccoli) and cut the sugar,
maybe by half.
things too. She may, now, may want to wait until the heat of
the summer is over.
That could be a possibility, too... some parts of the recovery
process are better when it's not too hot.... ;)
That's why I'm glad I had my surgery in mid February instead of late March. Considering how much the knee has had to be wrapped up, if the surgery were later in the spring, the knee would be rather hot under
the wrappings. Right now it has a square bandage, about 3" x 3"
covering just a portion of the top.
Undoubtedly more comfortable than it might have been... :)
in the meantime.... like having someone else do the bending and
reaching... (G)
That would work if someone else is available. Don't know the
answer to that question tho.
And we can't exactly plan out her life for her, either... ;)
No, but was able to give her the name of a doctor to see.
And I'm sure that was helpful... :)
and NB>>> have the knee heal properly, though, than to rush along andeasier in that respect but I got quite the work out otherwise.
Doctor also wants me to continue with therapy (at least) until
the end of May, at which time we'll re-evaluate and make a
decision.
Still a case of making haste slowly... Better to be careful,
says RH>> that the danger of infection is over and I can use the one passive RH>> quads exerciser. Back in 2 weeks, not one.not... :)
Just came back from the doctor. He's happy with the progress,
Good progress... :)
Except that even the small cover for the passive machine is on the big side for me. I'm doing active quads exercising instead.
As long as you are progressing... ;)
your NB>> sweet tooth is abating some...? ;)while I reheated the rice, got out the plates, etc.
That worked out nicely, too.... you're getting to be able to do more, NB>> sounds like... must feel good... :)
Decided next time to make it less sweet.
Was this a recipe you'd made before, or a new one...? Perhaps
Used one from "More With Less" that I'd never tried before. We decided
it needed about half the pineapple, sub in another veggie for the
other half of the pineapple (carrots or broccoli) and cut the sugar,
maybe by half.
That does sound like your sweet tooth is abating.... (G) Or at least,
you should have reduced the sugary parts of it to begin with... ;)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 05-05-19 18:18 <=-
things too. She may, now, may want to wait until the heat of
the summer is over.
That could be a possibility, too... some parts of the recovery
process are better when it's not too hot.... ;)
That's why I'm glad I had my surgery in mid February instead of
late March. Considering how much the knee has had to be wrapped
up, if the surgery were later in the spring, the knee would be
rather hot under the wrappings. Right now it has a square
bandage, about 3" x 3" covering just a portion of the top.
Undoubtedly more comfortable than it might have been... :)
Yes, very much so. I have had casts in the summer months while we were
in TX and AZ, not my idea of fun. No cast would be used with the knee surgery but wrappings would be just as miserable.
in the meantime.... like having someone else do the bending and
reaching... (G)
That would work if someone else is available. Don't know the
answer to that question tho.
And we can't exactly plan out her life for her, either... ;)
No, but was able to give her the name of a doctor to see.
And I'm sure that was helpful... :)
Yes, since she wasn't happy with the original doctor.
easier in that respect but I got quite the work out otherwise.
Doctor also wants me to continue with therapy (at least) until
the end of May, at which time we'll re-evaluate and make a
decision.
Still a case of making haste slowly... Better to be careful,
and have the knee heal properly, though, than to rush along and
not... :)
Just came back from the doctor. He's happy with the progress,
says that the danger of infection is over and I can use the one
passive quads exerciser. Back in 2 weeks, not one.
Good progress... :)
Except that even the small cover for the passive machine is on
the big side for me. I'm doing active quads exercising instead.
As long as you are progressing... ;)
Slowly, but steadily. I'm not comfortable going down steps the "right"
way yet but will get there, with more practice. On my feet a bit more
in the kitchen too--not much, but every bit helps.
Decided next time to make it less sweet.
Was this a recipe you'd made before, or a new one...? Perhaps
your sweet tooth is abating some...? ;)
Used one from "More With Less" that I'd never tried before. We
decided it needed about half the pineapple, sub in another
veggie for the other half of the pineapple (carrots or broccoli)
and cut the sugar, maybe by half.
That does sound like your sweet tooth is abating.... (G) Or at
least, that you should have reduced the sugary parts of it to
begin with... ;)
Probably the latter. (G)
late March. Considering how much the knee has had to be wrapped
up, if the surgery were later in the spring, the knee would be
rather hot under the wrappings. Right now it has a square
bandage, about 3" x 3" covering just a portion of the top.
Undoubtedly more comfortable than it might have been... :)
Yes, very much so. I have had casts in the summer months while we were
in TX and AZ, not my idea of fun. No cast would be used with the knee surgery but wrappings would be just as miserable.
They would indeed.... :)
And we can't exactly plan out her life for her, either... ;)
No, but was able to give her the name of a doctor to see.
And I'm sure that was helpful... :)
Yes, since she wasn't happy with the original doctor.
Yup, that will make things easier for her, to have a good doctor... :)
and NB>>>> not... :)Still a case of making haste slowly... Better to be careful,
and have the knee heal properly, though, than to rush along
Just came back from the doctor. He's happy with the progress,
says that the danger of infection is over and I can use the one
passive quads exerciser. Back in 2 weeks, not one.
Good progress... :)
Except that even the small cover for the passive machine is on
the big side for me. I'm doing active quads exercising instead.
As long as you are progressing... ;)
Slowly, but steadily. I'm not comfortable going down steps the "right"
way yet but will get there, with more practice. On my feet a bit more
in the kitchen too--not much, but every bit helps.
Yup, that's the way to do it.... :)
decided it needed about half the pineapple, sub in another
veggie for the other half of the pineapple (carrots or broccoli)
and cut the sugar, maybe by half.
That does sound like your sweet tooth is abating.... (G) Or at
least, that you should have reduced the sugary parts of it to
begin with... ;)
Probably the latter. (G)
Did you notate it in the cookbook....? Or wasn't it one that you'd likely make again anyway....?
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 05-12-19 19:38 <=-
late March. Considering how much the knee has had to be wrapped
up, if the surgery were later in the spring, the knee would be
rather hot under the wrappings. Right now it has a square
bandage, about 3" x 3" covering just a portion of the top.
Undoubtedly more comfortable than it might have been... :)
Yes, very much so. I have had casts in the summer months while
we were in TX and AZ, not my idea of fun. No cast would be used
with the knee surgery but wrappings would be just as miserable.
They would indeed.... :)
I'm down to just a bandage, about 1 1/2" x 3" on the knee now.
Just came back from the doctor. He's happy with the progress,
says that the danger of infection is over and I can use the one
passive quads exerciser. Back in 2 weeks, not one.
Good progress... :)
Except that even the small cover for the passive machine is on
the big side for me. I'm doing active quads exercising instead.
As long as you are progressing... ;)
Slowly, but steadily. I'm not comfortable going down steps the
"right" way yet but will get there, with more practice. On my
feet a bit more in the kitchen too--not much, but every bit helps.
Yup, that's the way to do it.... :)
Had my 2 weeks check up on Wed--he said 4 to 6 weeks for the next one. Still working on trying to go down steps better; once I've gone down 3
or 4, it gets easier but the first couple are hard. Also still working
on strengthening everything else.
decided it needed about half the pineapple, sub in another
veggie for the other half of the pineapple (carrots or broccoli)
and cut the sugar, maybe by half.
That does sound like your sweet tooth is abating.... (G) Or at
least, that you should have reduced the sugary parts of it to
begin with... ;)
Probably the latter. (G)
Did you notate it in the cookbook....? Or wasn't it one that
you'd likely make again anyway....?
I'll make a version of it but remember when I see it to cut the
pineapple and sugar levels if I use that particular recipe for
reference.
Yes, very much so. I have had casts in the summer months while
we were in TX and AZ, not my idea of fun. No cast would be used
with the knee surgery but wrappings would be just as miserable.
They would indeed.... :)
I'm down to just a bandage, about 1 1/2" x 3" on the knee now.
Very good... :)
helps. NB>> Yup, that's the way to do it.... :)As long as you are progressing... ;)
Slowly, but steadily. I'm not comfortable going down steps the
"right" way yet but will get there, with more practice. On my
feet a bit more in the kitchen too--not much, but every bit
Had my 2 weeks check up on Wed--he said 4 to 6 weeks for the next one. Still working on trying to go down steps better; once I've gone down 3
or 4, it gets easier but the first couple are hard. Also still working
on strengthening everything else.
That initial reluctance can be a bear... there are still days when standing at the top of the stairs it seems an undescendable
mountain... until I take the first step or so...
That does sound like your sweet tooth is abating.... (G) Or at
least, that you should have reduced the sugary parts of it to
begin with... ;)
Probably the latter. (G)
Did you notate it in the cookbook....? Or wasn't it one that
you'd likely make again anyway....?
I'll make a version of it but remember when I see it to cut the
pineapple and sugar levels if I use that particular recipe for
reference.
I'd not trust my memory... just jot down something in case it was a
long time before I tried it again.... :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 05-19-19 20:16 <=-
Yes, very much so. I have had casts in the summer months while
we were in TX and AZ, not my idea of fun. No cast would be used
with the knee surgery but wrappings would be just as miserable.
They would indeed.... :)
I'm down to just a bandage, about 1 1/2" x 3" on the knee now.
Very good... :)
Hopefully the hole will all be filled in in another week or so.
As long as you are progressing... ;)
Slowly, but steadily. I'm not comfortable going down steps the
"right" way yet but will get there, with more practice. On my
feet a bit more in the kitchen too--not much, but every bit
helps.
Yup, that's the way to do it.... :)
Had my 2 weeks check up on Wed--he said 4 to 6 weeks for the
next one. Still working on trying to go down steps better; once
I've gone down 3 or 4, it gets easier but the first couple are
hard. Also still working on strengthening everything else.
That initial reluctance can be a bear... there are still days
when standing at the top of the stairs it seems an undescendable
mountain... until I take the first step or so...
I know the feeling. I'm doing a lot better on the descent now, going
the proper way. If the steps are wet or I'm carrying just enough to
feel insecure, I'll go down the steps one at a time tho. Better safe
than sorry. Going up, I'll carry a bit, but try to keep one hand free
for the rail also.
That does sound like your sweet tooth is abating.... (G) Or at
least, that you should have reduced the sugary parts of it to
begin with... ;)
Probably the latter. (G)
Did you notate it in the cookbook....? Or wasn't it one that
you'd likely make again anyway....?
I'll make a version of it but remember when I see it to cut the
pineapple and sugar levels if I use that particular recipe for
reference.
I'd not trust my memory... just jot down something in case it
was a long time before I tried it again.... :)
I've had that cook book for many years, first time I tried that
recipe. I usually stir fry odds and ends; if I want to make it sweet & sour, have used a different recipe. I'll stick to that one.
I'm down to just a bandage, about 1 1/2" x 3" on the knee now.
Very good... :)
Hopefully the hole will all be filled in in another week or so.
That would be a relief... :)
That initial reluctance can be a bear... there are still days
when standing at the top of the stairs it seems an undescendable
mountain... until I take the first step or so...
I know the feeling. I'm doing a lot better on the descent now, going
the proper way. If the steps are wet or I'm carrying just enough to
feel insecure, I'll go down the steps one at a time tho. Better safe
than sorry. Going up, I'll carry a bit, but try to keep one hand free
for the rail also.
Good thinking... :)
I'll make a version of it but remember when I see it to cut the
pineapple and sugar levels if I use that particular recipe for
reference.
I'd not trust my memory... just jot down something in case it
was a long time before I tried it again.... :)
I've had that cook book for many years, first time I tried that
recipe. I usually stir fry odds and ends; if I want to make it sweet & sour, have used a different recipe. I'll stick to that one.
That makes sense, too... :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 05-23-19 14:57 <=-
I'm down to just a bandage, about 1 1/2" x 3" on the knee now.
Very good... :)
Hopefully the hole will all be filled in in another week or so.
That would be a relief... :)
Very much so, in more ways than one.
That initial reluctance can be a bear... there are still days
when standing at the top of the stairs it seems an undescendable
mountain... until I take the first step or so...
I know the feeling. I'm doing a lot better on the descent now,
going the proper way. If the steps are wet or I'm carrying just
enough to feel insecure, I'll go down the steps one at a time tho.
Better safe than sorry. Going up, I'll carry a bit, but try to
keep one hand free for the rail also.
Good thinking... :)
Better to be safe than to wipe out all progress made to this point. Am
now keeping the cane handy as a "just in case", not really relying on
it when out.
I'll make a version of it but remember when I see it to cut the
pineapple and sugar levels if I use that particular recipe for
reference.
I'd not trust my memory... just jot down something in case it
was a long time before I tried it again.... :)
I've had that cook book for many years, first time I tried that
recipe. I usually stir fry odds and ends; if I want to make it
sweet & sour, have used a different recipe. I'll stick to that one.
That makes sense, too... :)
Basically what I figured. (G)
I'm down to just a bandage, about 1 1/2" x 3" on the knee now.
Very good... :)
Hopefully the hole will all be filled in in another week or so.
That would be a relief... :)
Very much so, in more ways than one.
And has it now...?
tho. RH>> Better safe than sorry. Going up, I'll carry a bit, but trygoing the proper way. If the steps are wet or I'm carrying just
enough to feel insecure, I'll go down the steps one at a time
to
keep one hand free for the rail also.
Good thinking... :)
Better to be safe than to wipe out all progress made to this point. Am
now keeping the cane handy as a "just in case", not really relying on
it when out.
Progress... and good to be still prepared for the occasional not quite steady or the uneven path....
one. NB>> That makes sense, too... :)I'll make a version of it but remember when I see it to cut the
pineapple and sugar levels if I use that particular recipe for
reference.
I'd not trust my memory... just jot down something in case it
was a long time before I tried it again.... :)
I've had that cook book for many years, first time I tried that
recipe. I usually stir fry odds and ends; if I want to make it
sweet & sour, have used a different recipe. I'll stick to that
Basically what I figured. (G)
Yup. :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 05-29-19 21:28 <=-
I'm down to just a bandage, about 1 1/2" x 3" on the knee now.
Very good... :)
Hopefully the hole will all be filled in in another week or so.
That would be a relief... :)
Very much so, in more ways than one.
And has it now...?
Not quite, but almost.
going the proper way. If the steps are wet or I'm carrying just
enough to feel insecure, I'll go down the steps one at a time
tho. Better safe than sorry. Going up, I'll carry a bit, but try
to keep one hand free for the rail also.
Good thinking... :)
Better to be safe than to wipe out all progress made to this
point. Am now keeping the cane handy as a "just in case", not
really relying on it when out.
Progress... and good to be still prepared for the occasional not
quite steady or the uneven path....
Yes, but I left it at home yesterday (out for therapy) and today
(church & quilting). Progress is being made.
Hopefully the hole will all be filled in in another week or so.
That would be a relief... :)
Very much so, in more ways than one.
And has it now...?
Not quite, but almost.
Taking its sweet time, I see.... ;)
Progress... and good to be still prepared for the occasional not
quite steady or the uneven path....
Yes, but I left it at home yesterday (out for therapy) and today
(church & quilting). Progress is being made.
Sounds like. :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 06-03-19 17:25 <=-
Hopefully the hole will all be filled in in another week or so.
That would be a relief... :)
Very much so, in more ways than one.
And has it now...?
Not quite, but almost.
Taking its sweet time, I see.... ;)
About what the therapist said today. But, the ortho dr said that it
would take time.
Progress... and good to be still prepared for the occasional not
quite steady or the uneven path....
Yes, but I left it at home yesterday (out for therapy) and today
(church & quilting). Progress is being made.
Sounds like. :)
I'm leaving it home more now. Did use a shopping cart for support,
both when we shopped for LG and today, at Target.
We did burgers, chips, beans, spinach salad and ice "cream" fruit
bars for the meal--all the cooking at church was done on the gas
grill. Kitchen was torn up to redo the flooring so we couldn't
cook in it, had planned this meal before we knew we couldn't use
the kitchen.
OTOH, we found (and Steve installed) a Kohler faucet for the
kitchen sink half off at a yard sale. We paid a grand total of
$5. for it. Deal of the day! (G)
so. NB>>>> That would be a relief... :)Hopefully the hole will all be filled in in another week or
Very much so, in more ways than one.
And has it now...?
Not quite, but almost.
Taking its sweet time, I see.... ;)
About what the therapist said today. But, the ortho dr said that it
would take time.
True. :)
not NB>>> quite steady or the uneven path....Progress... and good to be still prepared for the occasional
Yes, but I left it at home yesterday (out for therapy) and today
(church & quilting). Progress is being made.
Sounds like. :)
I'm leaving it home more now. Did use a shopping cart for support,
both when we shopped for LG and today, at Target.
Shopping carts make good walkers... ;)
We did burgers, chips, beans, spinach salad and ice "cream" fruit
bars for the meal--all the cooking at church was done on the gas
grill. Kitchen was torn up to redo the flooring so we couldn't
cook in it, had planned this meal before we knew we couldn't use
the kitchen.
Sounds like it worked out ok... :)
OTOH, we found (and Steve installed) a Kohler faucet for the
kitchen sink half off at a yard sale. We paid a grand total of
$5. for it. Deal of the day! (G)
Was that for the church kitchen or for yours....? Indeed a good
deal.... :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 06-10-19 21:05 <=-
Hopefully the hole will all be filled in in another week or
so.
That would be a relief... :)
Very much so, in more ways than one.
And has it now...?
Not quite, but almost.
Taking its sweet time, I see.... ;)
About what the therapist said today. But, the ortho dr said
that it would take time.
True. :)
I'm not concerned; it's past the major infection danger now.
Progress... and good to be still prepared for the occasional
not quite steady or the uneven path....
Yes, but I left it at home yesterday (out for therapy) and today
(church & quilting). Progress is being made.
Sounds like. :)
I'm leaving it home more now. Did use a shopping cart for support,
both when we shopped for LG and today, at Target.
Shopping carts make good walkers... ;)
I know--before she got too bad, Dad had Mom use a buggy as a walker
when they shopped. He didn't trust her "driving" on a ride 'em cart (he used one tho) so that was the best alternative. When she got too
unsteady for even that, he'd have her sit on a bench in the front part
of the store while he shopped.
We did burgers, chips, beans, spinach salad and ice "cream"
fruit bars for the meal--all the cooking at church was done on
the gas grill. Kitchen was torn up to redo the flooring so we
couldn't cook in it, had planned this meal before we knew we
couldn't use the kitchen.
Sounds like it worked out ok... :)
It did, and by the time we cook again, things will be back to normal.
OTOH, we found (and Steve installed) a Kohler faucet for the
kitchen sink half off at a yard sale. We paid a grand total of
$5. for it. Deal of the day! (G)
Was that for the church kitchen or for yours....? Indeed a good
deal.... :)
For the church. We have a similar, but not Kohler branded model at the house. Same with the camper--we know how well they work so had been looking for one for the church, and not wanting to spend a fortune.
Taking its sweet time, I see.... ;)
About what the therapist said today. But, the ortho dr said
that it would take time.
True. :)
I'm not concerned; it's past the major infection danger now.
That's a good thing.... and a major milestone... :)
support, RH>> both when we shopped for LG and today, at Target.I'm leaving it home more now. Did use a shopping cart for
Shopping carts make good walkers... ;)
I know--before she got too bad, Dad had Mom use a buggy as a walker
when they shopped. He didn't trust her "driving" on a ride 'em cart (he used one tho) so that was the best alternative. When she got too
unsteady for even that, he'd have her sit on a bench in the front part
of the store while he shopped.
Wegmans has a few carts with an adult seat that a caregiver can push through the store, with a good-sized cart area for the groceries....
Our store has at least one of them, anyway....
We did burgers, chips, beans, spinach salad and ice "cream"
fruit bars for the meal--all the cooking at church was done on
the gas grill. Kitchen was torn up to redo the flooring so we
couldn't cook in it, had planned this meal before we knew we
couldn't use the kitchen.
Sounds like it worked out ok... :)
It did, and by the time we cook again, things will be back to normal.
That'll be good... :)
OTOH, we found (and Steve installed) a Kohler faucet for the
kitchen sink half off at a yard sale. We paid a grand total of
$5. for it. Deal of the day! (G)
Was that for the church kitchen or for yours....? Indeed a good
deal.... :)
For the church. We have a similar, but not Kohler branded model at the house. Same with the camper--we know how well they work so had been looking for one for the church, and not wanting to spend a fortune.
Ah... That worked out really well, then... :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 06-18-19 12:39 <=-
Taking its sweet time, I see.... ;)
About what the therapist said today. But, the ortho dr said
that it would take time.
True. :)
I'm not concerned; it's past the major infection danger now.
That's a good thing.... and a major milestone... :)
Very much so. I was really careful to avoid possible sources of
infection for several months.
I'm leaving it home more now. Did use a shopping cart for
support, both when we shopped for LG and today, at Target.
Shopping carts make good walkers... ;)
I know--before she got too bad, Dad had Mom use a buggy as a
walker when they shopped. He didn't trust her "driving" on a
ride'em cart (he used one tho) so that was the best alternative.
When she got too unsteady for even that, he'd have her sit on a
bench in the front part of the store while he shopped.
Wegmans has a few carts with an adult seat that a caregiver can
push through the store, with a good-sized cart area for the
groceries.... Our store has at least one of them, anyway....
I've seen them here and there--sort of like a wheelchair with a basket
for groceries. Not as large as the kiddy carts but much more
maneuverable.
We did burgers, chips, beans, spinach salad and ice "cream"
fruit bars for the meal--all the cooking at church was done on
the gas grill. Kitchen was torn up to redo the flooring so we
couldn't cook in it, had planned this meal before we knew we
couldn't use the kitchen.
Sounds like it worked out ok... :)
It did, and by the time we cook again, things will be back to
normal.
That'll be good... :)
Steve did the last thing that needed doing in the kitchen on Sunday--hooking up the ice maker to the fridge. The whole area looks
so much nicer now.
OTOH, we found (and Steve installed) a Kohler faucet for the
kitchen sink half off at a yard sale. We paid a grand total of
$5. for it. Deal of the day! (G)
Was that for the church kitchen or for yours....? Indeed a good
deal.... :)
For the church. We have a similar, but not Kohler branded model
at the house. Same with the camper--we know how well they work so
had been looking for one for the church, and not wanting to spend
a fortune.
Ah... That worked out really well, then... :)
Quite so. It's already proved its worth.
Very much so. I was really careful to avoid possible sources of
infection for several months.
And here on out, it'll be less of an issue... :)
ride'em cart (he used one tho) so that was the best alternative.
When she got too unsteady for even that, he'd have her sit on a
bench in the front part of the store while he shopped.
Wegmans has a few carts with an adult seat that a caregiver can
push through the store, with a good-sized cart area for the
groceries.... Our store has at least one of them, anyway....
I've seen them here and there--sort of like a wheelchair with a basket
for groceries. Not as large as the kiddy carts but much more
maneuverable.
Yup that sounds like the same thing.... :)
couldn't use the kitchen.
Sounds like it worked out ok... :)
It did, and by the time we cook again, things will be back to
normal.
That'll be good... :)
Steve did the last thing that needed doing in the kitchen on Sunday--hooking up the ice maker to the fridge. The whole area looks
so much nicer now.
Very nice... And I'd imagine it's easier to work in that kitchen now, too.... :)
good NB>>> deal.... :)OTOH, we found (and Steve installed) a Kohler faucet for the
kitchen sink half off at a yard sale. We paid a grand total of
$5. for it. Deal of the day! (G)
Was that for the church kitchen or for yours....? Indeed a
so RH>> had been looking for one for the church, and not wanting toFor the church. We have a similar, but not Kohler branded model
at the house. Same with the camper--we know how well they work
spend RH>> a fortune.
Ah... That worked out really well, then... :)
Quite so. It's already proved its worth.
Easier to fill pitchers...?
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 06-27-19 14:23 <=-
Very much so. I was really careful to avoid possible sources
of infection for several months.
And here on out, it'll be less of an issue... :)
As long as I don't open it up somehow.
couldn't use the kitchen.
Sounds like it worked out ok... :)
It did, and by the time we cook again, things will be back to
normal.
That'll be good... :)
Steve did the last thing that needed doing in the kitchen on
Sunday--hooking up the ice maker to the fridge. The whole area
looks so much nicer now.
Very nice... And I'd imagine it's easier to work in that
kitchen now, too.... :)
With the new faucet, newer fridge and stove, it's a whole lot nicer
than when we moved into the building.
OTOH, we found (and Steve installed) a Kohler faucet for the
kitchen sink half off at a yard sale. We paid a grand total of
$5. for it. Deal of the day! (G)
Was that for the church kitchen or for yours....? Indeed a
good deal.... :)
For the church. We have a similar, but not Kohler branded model
at the house. Same with the camper--we know how well they work
so had been looking for one for the church, and not wanting to
spend a fortune.
Ah... That worked out really well, then... :)
Quite so. It's already proved its worth.
Easier to fill pitchers...?
That, and more so, the 5 gallon coolers we use for VBS and other
church wide events.
Got our annual early July cook out coming up in a couple of weeks.
of infection for several months.
And here on out, it'll be less of an issue... :)
As long as I don't open it up somehow.
True... that would put you behind again...
Steve did the last thing that needed doing in the kitchen on
Sunday--hooking up the ice maker to the fridge. The whole area
looks so much nicer now.
Very nice... And I'd imagine it's easier to work in that
kitchen now, too.... :)
With the new faucet, newer fridge and stove, it's a whole lot nicer
than when we moved into the building.
Yeah, I can see that... :)
OTOH, we found (and Steve installed) a Kohler faucet for the
kitchen sink half off at a yard sale. We paid a grand total of
$5. for it. Deal of the day! (G)
Was that for the church kitchen or for yours....? Indeed a
good deal.... :)
For the church. We have a similar, but not Kohler branded model
at the house. Same with the camper--we know how well they work
so had been looking for one for the church, and not wanting to
spend a fortune.
Ah... That worked out really well, then... :)
Quite so. It's already proved its worth.
Easier to fill pitchers...?
That, and more so, the 5 gallon coolers we use for VBS and other
church wide events.
Even better... :)
Got our annual early July cook out coming up in a couple of weeks.
Is that on a Sunday....?
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 07-02-19 22:53 <=-
of infection for several months.
And here on out, it'll be less of an issue... :)
As long as I don't open it up somehow.
True... that would put you behind again...
It has healed enough that the danger of infection is just about nil
now.
Steve did the last thing that needed doing in the kitchen on
Sunday--hooking up the ice maker to the fridge. The whole area
looks so much nicer now.
Very nice... And I'd imagine it's easier to work in that
kitchen now, too.... :)
With the new faucet, newer fridge and stove, it's a whole lot nicer
than when we moved into the building.
Yeah, I can see that... :)
You'll see it in person in September.
OTOH, we found (and Steve installed) a Kohler faucet for the
kitchen sink half off at a yard sale. We paid a grand total of
$5. for it. Deal of the day! (G)
Was that for the church kitchen or for yours....? Indeed a
good deal.... :)
For the church. We have a similar, but not Kohler branded model
at the house. Same with the camper--we know how well they work
so had been looking for one for the church, and not wanting to
spend a fortune.
Ah... That worked out really well, then... :)
Quite so. It's already proved its worth.
Easier to fill pitchers...?
That, and more so, the 5 gallon coolers we use for VBS and other
church wide events.
Even better... :)
It was a big help washing up dishes after the VBS cook out--I had that "fun".
Got our annual early July cook out coming up in a couple of weeks.
Is that on a Sunday....?
Yes, right after church, a tradition for the Sunday closest to July 4.
It has healed enough that the danger of infection is just about nil
now.
That's very good.... :)
nicer RH>> than when we moved into the building.Sunday--hooking up the ice maker to the fridge. The whole area
looks so much nicer now.
Very nice... And I'd imagine it's easier to work in that
kitchen now, too.... :)
With the new faucet, newer fridge and stove, it's a whole lot
Yeah, I can see that... :)
You'll see it in person in September.
Yup... of course I won't have the before to compare to, though... :)
Ah... That worked out really well, then... :)
Quite so. It's already proved its worth.
Easier to fill pitchers...?
That, and more so, the 5 gallon coolers we use for VBS and other
church wide events.
Even better... :)
It was a big help washing up dishes after the VBS cook out--I had that "fun".
Someone has to do it... ;)
weeks. NB>> Is that on a Sunday....?Got our annual early July cook out coming up in a couple of
Yes, right after church, a tradition for the Sunday closest to July 4.
So you've had it... did it all go well...?
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 07-15-19 12:43 <=-
It has healed enough that the danger of infection is just about
nil now.
That's very good.... :)
And now I'm down to just 3 more therapy sessions (plus working it on
my own).
Sunday--hooking up the ice maker to the fridge. The whole area
looks so much nicer now.
Very nice... And I'd imagine it's easier to work in that
kitchen now, too.... :)
With the new faucet, newer fridge and stove, it's a whole lot
nicer than when we moved into the building.
Yeah, I can see that... :)
You'll see it in person in September.
Yup... of course I won't have the before to compare to,
though... :)
No, but we can give you a verbal description.
Ah... That worked out really well, then... :)
Quite so. It's already proved its worth.
Easier to fill pitchers...?
That, and more so, the 5 gallon coolers we use for VBS and other
church wide events.
Even better... :)
It was a big help washing up dishes after the VBS cook out--I had
that "fun".
Someone has to do it... ;)
Yes, and I was that "someone". Did have a newer member help by drying
so I got to know her a bit better.
Got our annual early July cook out coming up in a couple of
weeks.
Is that on a Sunday....?
Yes, right after church, a tradition for the Sunday closest to
July 4.
So you've had it... did it all go well...?
All the dogs were cooked, a good number eaten, and then the skies
opened up. Some of the younger folks stayed outside, playing volleyball
in the rain for a bit and came in quite soaked. We'd overbought on the watermelon so yesterday we took one (from the 3 we bought) home with
us, gave half to a neighbor.
And now I'm down to just 3 more therapy sessions (plus working it on
my own).
Getting there... :)
With the new faucet, newer fridge and stove, it's a whole lot
nicer than when we moved into the building.
Yeah, I can see that... :)
You'll see it in person in September.
Yup... of course I won't have the before to compare to,
though... :)
No, but we can give you a verbal description.
True... :)
other RH>>> church wide events.That, and more so, the 5 gallon coolers we use for VBS and
had RH>> that "fun".Even better... :)
It was a big help washing up dishes after the VBS cook out--I
Someone has to do it... ;)
Yes, and I was that "someone". Did have a newer member help by drying
so I got to know her a bit better.
That worked out nicely on a couple of different levels, then... :)
Got our annual early July cook out coming up in a couple of
weeks.
Is that on a Sunday....?
Yes, right after church, a tradition for the Sunday closest to
July 4.
So you've had it... did it all go well...?
All the dogs were cooked, a good number eaten, and then the skies
opened up. Some of the younger folks stayed outside, playing volleyball
in the rain for a bit and came in quite soaked. We'd overbought on the watermelon so yesterday we took one (from the 3 we bought) home with
us, gave half to a neighbor.
Sounds like it did go nicely enough, and a good time had by all, one
way or another... :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 07-25-19 14:10 <=-
And now I'm down to just 3 more therapy sessions (plus working
it on my own).
Getting there... :)
Next to last session tomorrow morning.
With the new faucet, newer fridge and stove, it's a whole lot
nicer than when we moved into the building.
Yeah, I can see that... :)
You'll see it in person in September.
Yup... of course I won't have the before to compare to,
though... :)
No, but we can give you a verbal description.
True... :)
There's also new flooring but we had nothing to do with it (other than approve at a business meeting).
Got our annual early July cook out coming up in a couple of
weeks.
Is that on a Sunday....?
Yes, right after church, a tradition for the Sunday closest to
July 4.
So you've had it... did it all go well...?
All the dogs were cooked, a good number eaten, and then the skies
opened up. Some of the younger folks stayed outside, playing
volleyball in the rain for a bit and came in quite soaked. We'd
overbought on the watermelon so yesterday we took one (from the 3
we bought) home with us, gave half to a neighbor.
Sounds like it did go nicely enough, and a good time had by all,
one way or another... :)
Yes, and there was enough ice cream left over (put into the freezer)
that we were able to use some of the vanilla on the blueberry cobbler
I made for our LG the next week.
Next big event is the hymn sing and ice cream social at the end
of August.
And now I'm down to just 3 more therapy sessions (plus working
it on my own).
Getting there... :)
Next to last session tomorrow morning.
So done with therapy sessions now....?
With the new faucet, newer fridge and stove, it's a whole lot
nicer than when we moved into the building.
Yeah, I can see that... :)
You'll see it in person in September.
Yup... of course I won't have the before to compare to,
though... :)
No, but we can give you a verbal description.
True... :)
There's also new flooring but we had nothing to do with it (other than approve at a business meeting).
And now, walk on it and appreciate it... ;)
skies RH>> opened up. Some of the younger folks stayed outside,Got our annual early July cook out coming up in a couple of
weeks.
Is that on a Sunday....?
Yes, right after church, a tradition for the Sunday closest to
July 4.
So you've had it... did it all go well...?
All the dogs were cooked, a good number eaten, and then the
playing
3 RH>> we bought) home with us, gave half to a neighbor.volleyball in the rain for a bit and came in quite soaked. We'd
overbought on the watermelon so yesterday we took one (from the
Sounds like it did go nicely enough, and a good time had by all,
one way or another... :)
Yes, and there was enough ice cream left over (put into the freezer)
that we were able to use some of the vanilla on the blueberry cobbler
I made for our LG the next week.
That was handy... :)
Next big event is the hymn sing and ice cream social at the end
of August.
That sounds like a fun event, too.... :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 08-01-19 16:55 <=-
And now I'm down to just 3 more therapy sessions (plus working
it on my own).
Getting there... :)
Next to last session tomorrow morning.
So done with therapy sessions now....?
No, the final session is tomorrow--unless he feels I need more work.
Will get some at home exercises tho.
Got our annual early July cook out coming up in a couple of
weeks.
Is that on a Sunday....?
Yes, right after church, a tradition for the Sunday closest to
July 4.
So you've had it... did it all go well...?
All the dogs were cooked, a good number eaten, and then the
skies opened up. Some of the younger folks stayed outside,
playing volleyball in the rain for a bit and came in quite
soaked. We'd overbought on the watermelon so yesterday we took
one (from the 3 we bought) home with us, gave half to a neighbor.
Sounds like it did go nicely enough, and a good time had by all,
one way or another... :)
Yes, and there was enough ice cream left over (put into the
freezer) that we were able to use some of the vanilla on the
blueberry cobbler I made for our LG the next week.
That was handy... :)
Quite so, made both the ice cream and cobbler that much better.
Next big event is the hymn sing and ice cream social at the end
of August.
That sounds like a fun event, too.... :)
It is. (G)
No, the final session is tomorrow--unless he feels I need more work.
Will get some at home exercises tho.
Of course... the home exercises keep things fluid and continuing to improve... did you graduate as expected...?
Yes, and there was enough ice cream left over (put into the
freezer) that we were able to use some of the vanilla on the
blueberry cobbler I made for our LG the next week.
That was handy... :)
Quite so, made both the ice cream and cobbler that much better.
Indeed. :)
Next big event is the hymn sing and ice cream social at the end
of August.
That sounds like a fun event, too.... :)
It is. (G)
Different flavors of ice cream...? or just lots of toppings to choose from (or pig out on)...?
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 08-04-19 20:37 <=-
No, the final session is tomorrow--unless he feels I need
more work. Will get some at home exercises tho.
Of course... the home exercises keep things fluid and
continuing to improve... did you graduate as expected...?
Yes, so now I've got a bit more "free" time in the week.
Next big event is the hymn sing and ice cream social at the end
of August.
That sounds like a fun event, too.... :)
It is. (G)
Different flavors of ice cream...? or just lots of toppings to
choose from (or pig out on)...?
Both a variety of ice cream and toppings. Some ice cream is home made, some store bought but (mostly) all good.
Of course... the home exercises keep things fluid and
continuing to improve... did you graduate as expected...?
Yes, so now I've got a bit more "free" time in the week.
And less having to go out to appointments... :)
Next big event is the hymn sing and ice cream social at the end
of August.
That sounds like a fun event, too.... :)
It is. (G)
Different flavors of ice cream...? or just lots of toppings to
choose from (or pig out on)...?
Both a variety of ice cream and toppings. Some ice cream is home made, some store bought but (mostly) all good.
So each family supplies some part of the ice cream and toppings and all...?
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 08-09-19 14:02 <=-
Of course... the home exercises keep things fluid and
continuing to improve... did you graduate as expected...?
Yes, so now I've got a bit more "free" time in the week.
And less having to go out to appointments... :)
True, I only had one other on the calendar for the month & that's done with.
Next big event is the hymn sing and ice cream social at the end
of August.
That sounds like a fun event, too.... :)
It is. (G)
Different flavors of ice cream...? or just lots of toppings to
choose from (or pig out on)...?
Both a variety of ice cream and toppings. Some ice cream is home
made, some store bought but (mostly) all good.
So each family supplies some part of the ice cream and toppings
and all...?
Bring whatever you want but there's usually left over ice cream. Steve
is talking about mango sorbet for the dairy intolerant.
Of course... the home exercises keep things fluid and
continuing to improve... did you graduate as expected...?
Yes, so now I've got a bit more "free" time in the week.
And less having to go out to appointments... :)
True, I only had one other on the calendar for the month & that's done with.
Good show... :)
Different flavors of ice cream...? or just lots of toppings to
choose from (or pig out on)...?
Both a variety of ice cream and toppings. Some ice cream is home
made, some store bought but (mostly) all good.
So each family supplies some part of the ice cream and toppings
and all...?
Bring whatever you want but there's usually left over ice cream. Steve
is talking about mango sorbet for the dairy intolerant.
Home made, I'd guess...? That's a nice idea... :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 08-17-19 19:28 <=-
Of course... the home exercises keep things fluid and
continuing to improve... did you graduate as expected...?
Yes, so now I've got a bit more "free" time in the week.
And less having to go out to appointments... :)
True, I only had one other on the calendar for the month &
that's done with.
Good show... :)
Only one scheduled for next month (for now, have to call about another one).
Different flavors of ice cream...? or just lots of toppings to
choose from (or pig out on)...?
Both a variety of ice cream and toppings. Some ice cream is home
made, some store bought but (mostly) all good.
So each family supplies some part of the ice cream and toppings
and all...?
Bring whatever you want but there's usually left over ice cream.
Steve is talking about mango sorbet for the dairy intolerant.
Home made, I'd guess...? That's a nice idea... :)
Of course! We made it for the first time when we had a dairy allergic child in our LG. He'd never had ice cream before (he was 3 at the
time) and was quite happy to have something (close enough) that he
could enjoy. His parents were happy too, that we took the time and
effort to do something to work around his allergy.
Yes, so now I've got a bit more "free" time in the week.
And less having to go out to appointments... :)
True, I only had one other on the calendar for the month &
that's done with.
Good show... :)
Only one scheduled for next month (for now, have to call about another one).
It's ongoing, of course... ;)
So each family supplies some part of the ice cream and toppings
and all...?
Bring whatever you want but there's usually left over ice cream.
Steve is talking about mango sorbet for the dairy intolerant.
Home made, I'd guess...? That's a nice idea... :)
Of course! We made it for the first time when we had a dairy allergic child in our LG. He'd never had ice cream before (he was 3 at the
time) and was quite happy to have something (close enough) that he
could enjoy. His parents were happy too, that we took the time and
effort to do something to work around his allergy.
I remember y'all doing that... And as long as there are people at
church that do need the extra effort to be included, it makes sense to take
that effort... :) Besides, it's quite tasty... ;)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 08-25-19 20:11 <=-
Yes, so now I've got a bit more "free" time in the week.
And less having to go out to appointments... :)
True, I only had one other on the calendar for the month &
that's done with.
Good show... :)
Only one scheduled for next month (for now, have to call about
another one).
It's ongoing, of course... ;)
Seems that way at times. I think this will be a relatively quiet week
tho.
So each family supplies some part of the ice cream and toppings
and all...?
Bring whatever you want but there's usually left over ice cream.
Steve is talking about mango sorbet for the dairy intolerant.
Home made, I'd guess...? That's a nice idea... :)
Of course! We made it for the first time when we had a dairy
allergic child in our LG. He'd never had ice cream before (he was
3 at the time) and was quite happy to have something (close enough)
that he could enjoy. His parents were happy too, that we took the
time and effort to do something to work around his allergy.
I remember y'all doing that... And as long as there are people at
church that do need the extra effort to be included, it makes
sense to take that effort... :) Besides, it's quite tasty... ;)
We brought back an empty bowl and lots of favorable comments.
True, I only had one other on the calendar for the month &
that's done with.
Good show... :)
Only one scheduled for next month (for now, have to call about
another one).
It's ongoing, of course... ;)
Seems that way at times. I think this will be a relatively quiet week
tho.
And was it...? ;) Ours got a bit busy... :)
cream. RH>>> Steve is talking about mango sorbet for the dairy intolerant.Bring whatever you want but there's usually left over ice
was RH>> 3 at the time) and was quite happy to have something (close enough) RH>> that he could enjoy. His parents were happy too, that we took the RH>> time and effort to do something to work around hisHome made, I'd guess...? That's a nice idea... :)
Of course! We made it for the first time when we had a dairy
allergic child in our LG. He'd never had ice cream before (he
allergy.
at NB>> church that do need the extra effort to be included, it makesI remember y'all doing that... And as long as there are people
;)sense to take that effort... :) Besides, it's quite tasty...
We brought back an empty bowl and lots of favorable comments.
No surprise there... ;) Were there any other interesting offerings at
the ice cream social...?
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 09-01-19 20:26 <=-
True, I only had one other on the calendar for the month &
that's done with.
Good show... :)
Only one scheduled for next month (for now, have to call about
another one).
It's ongoing, of course... ;)
Seems that way at times. I think this will be a relatively quiet
week tho.
And was it...? ;) Ours got a bit busy... :)
I shut down from Wednesday night thru yesterday--didn't do much except
for treating a head cold. It's somewhat improved--made it to church today--but a bit of it has gone into the chest.
I remember y'all doing that... And as long as there are people
at church that do need the extra effort to be included, it makes
sense to take that effort... :) Besides, it's quite tasty... ;)
We brought back an empty bowl and lots of favorable comments.
No surprise there... ;) Were there any other interesting
offerings at the ice cream social...?
Nothing in particular..............more store bought ice creams than
home made this year.
Seems that way at times. I think this will be a relatively quiet
week tho.
And was it...? ;) Ours got a bit busy... :)
I shut down from Wednesday night thru yesterday--didn't do much except
for treating a head cold. It's somewhat improved--made it to church today--but a bit of it has gone into the chest.
Oh, dear... just what you didn't need.... Hope it's clearing by
now....
makes NB>>> sense to take that effort... :) Besides, it's quiteI remember y'all doing that... And as long as there are people
at church that do need the extra effort to be included, it
tasty... ;) RH>> We brought back an empty bowl and lots of favorable comments.
No surprise there... ;) Were there any other interesting
offerings at the ice cream social...?
Nothing in particular..............more store bought ice creams than
home made this year.
Oh, well... guess people have had busy times lately... :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 09-06-19 14:36 <=-
Seems that way at times. I think this will be a relatively quiet
week tho.
And was it...? ;) Ours got a bit busy... :)
I shut down from Wednesday night thru yesterday--didn't do much
except for treating a head cold. It's somewhat improved--made
it to church today--but a bit of it has gone into the chest.
Oh, dear... just what you didn't need.... Hope it's clearing by
now....
It turned into crud, got some antibiotics on Wed. and am beginning to
feel a bit better. Second part of last week, first of this week were a total wash out tho.
I remember y'all doing that... And as long as there are people
at church that do need the extra effort to be included, it
makes sense to take that effort... :) Besides, it's quite
tasty... ;)
We brought back an empty bowl and lots of favorable comments.
No surprise there... ;) Were there any other interesting
offerings at the ice cream social...?
Nothing in particular..............more store bought ice creams
than home made this year.
Oh, well... guess people have had busy times lately... :)
Yes, some getting ready for school starting the next day, others in school, summer winding down, etc. Still, fun to try different ice
creams and toppings. (G)
it to church today--but a bit of it has gone into the chest.
Oh, dear... just what you didn't need.... Hope it's clearing by
now....
It turned into crud, got some antibiotics on Wed. and am beginning to
feel a bit better. Second part of last week, first of this week were a total wash out tho.
Sigh...
I remember y'all doing that... And as long as there are people
at church that do need the extra effort to be included, it
makes sense to take that effort... :) Besides, it's quite
tasty... ;)
We brought back an empty bowl and lots of favorable comments.
No surprise there... ;) Were there any other interesting
offerings at the ice cream social...?
Nothing in particular..............more store bought ice creams
than home made this year.
Oh, well... guess people have had busy times lately... :)
Yes, some getting ready for school starting the next day, others in school, summer winding down, etc. Still, fun to try different ice
creams and toppings. (G)
So a good time was still had by all... :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 09-15-19 17:04 <=-
it to church today--but a bit of it has gone into the chest.
Oh, dear... just what you didn't need.... Hope it's clearing by
now....
It turned into crud, got some antibiotics on Wed. and am
beginning to feel a bit better. Second part of last week, first
of this week were a total wash out tho.
Sigh...
I'm doing a lot better now, finished the antibiotics and by the latter part of the week, started getting some energy back.
Nothing in particular..............more store bought ice creams
than home made this year.
Oh, well... guess people have had busy times lately... :)
Yes, some getting ready for school starting the next day, others
in school, summer winding down, etc. Still, fun to try different
ice creams and toppings. (G)
So a good time was still had by all... :)
Can't go wrong with ice cream (or dairy free versions of it). (G)
beginning to feel a bit better. Second part of last week, first
of this week were a total wash out tho.
Sigh...
I'm doing a lot better now, finished the antibiotics and by the latter part of the week, started getting some energy back.
Ah, that's good... :)
in school, summer winding down, etc. Still, fun to try different
ice creams and toppings. (G)
So a good time was still had by all... :)
Can't go wrong with ice cream (or dairy free versions of it). (G)
Yup... :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 09-24-19 21:26 <=-
beginning to feel a bit better. Second part of last week, first
of this week were a total wash out tho.
Sigh...
I'm doing a lot better now, finished the antibiotics and by the
latter part of the week, started getting some energy back.
Ah, that's good... :)
Had to get better so I would be able to enjoy the week end R-Pod
rally.
Made chili for the pot luck supper on Saturday but it was at the
very end of the table so we came back with about half a pot full. I
think people didn't have room on their plates and no bowls were
provided.
Had to get better so I would be able to enjoy the week end R-Pod
rally.
Indeed... :)
Made chili for the pot luck supper on Saturday but it was at the
very end of the table so we came back with about half a pot full. I
think people didn't have room on their plates and no bowls were
provided.
Sounds like you should have put out bowls for the chili, then... Did
you freeze the leftovers or eat them...? Sounds like there was quite
a lot of food available for that potluck, too...
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 10-05-19 15:43 <=-
Made chili for the pot luck supper on Saturday but it was at
the very end of the table so we came back with about half a
pot full. I think people didn't have room on their plates and
no bowls were provided.
Sounds like you should have put out bowls for the chili, then...
A case of 20/20 hindsight. (G)
Did you freeze the leftovers or eat them...?
We ate some for supper the next night, some for supper the day after
we got home and finished it for lunch later in the week. Wanted to
clear out room in the fridge for the picnic goodies.
Sounds like there was quite a lot of food available for that
potluck, too...
As usual, at an event like this, yes, plenty of food. If you went away hungry, it was your own fault. (G)
no bowls were provided.
Sounds like you should have put out bowls for the chili, then...
A case of 20/20 hindsight. (G)
True... :)
Did you freeze the leftovers or eat them...?
We ate some for supper the next night, some for supper the day after
we got home and finished it for lunch later in the week. Wanted to
clear out room in the fridge for the picnic goodies.
Makes sense... sounds like you spread it out sufficiently that you
didn't get sick of it, anyway... :)
Sounds like there was quite a lot of food available for that
potluck, too...
As usual, at an event like this, yes, plenty of food. If you went away hungry, it was your own fault. (G)
As is often the case... :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 10-16-19 20:51 <=-
no bowls were provided.
Sounds like you should have put out bowls for the chili, then...
A case of 20/20 hindsight. (G)
True... :)
Did you freeze the leftovers or eat them...?
We ate some for supper the next night, some for supper the day
after we got home and finished it for lunch later in the week.
Wanted to clear out room in the fridge for the picnic goodies.
Makes sense... sounds like you spread it out sufficiently that
you didn't get sick of it, anyway... :)
That was the intent. We usually go out for supper the night we get
home from a trip--eases the transition since there's so much other work
to do. This time we went to a disappointing Asian place.
We ate some for supper the next night, some for supper the day
after we got home and finished it for lunch later in the week.
Wanted to clear out room in the fridge for the picnic goodies.
Makes sense... sounds like you spread it out sufficiently that
you didn't get sick of it, anyway... :)
That was the intent. We usually go out for supper the night we get
home from a trip--eases the transition since there's so much other work
to do. This time we went to a disappointing Asian place.
At least you know where NOT to go next time... ;) We do the same... except that usually it's to Fu's... (G) This last trip, with Richard
driving, and my not having to pick him up, we went directly there...
got there at about 9:15 or so (he closes at 10), and both ordered
Katsudon
dark meat chicken bowls... we were both so tired that we could eat
only half the portion, so the leftovers came home and were supper the
next
night as well... :) We'd driven straight from the Montreal Airport,
having dropped RJ off there... the trip actually had started at the
Pond, so we were on the road for about 8 hours....
place. NB>> At least you know where NOT to go next time... ;) We doThat was the intent. We usually go out for supper the night we
get home from a trip--eases the transition since there's so much
other work to do. This time we went to a disappointing Asian
the
same... except that usually it's to Fu's... (G) This last trip,
We don't have Fu's handy, had thought about other places but ruled
them out for one reason or another.
I know... we are particularly blest in having Fu's available... :)
10), NB>> and both ordered Katsudon dark meat chicken bowls... wewith Richard driving, and my not having to pick him up, we went
directly there... got there at about 9:15 or so (he closes at
were both NB>> so tired that we could eat only half the portion, so
the leftovers NB>> came home and were supper the next night as
well... :)
Sounds like something we'd do--have half of a meal and take the rest
home for another meal. I'm doing that more and more with restaurants
but there I usually split my meal in half before digging in. Sometimes, depending on how hungry I am, it's more like eat 1/3 of the meal, take
2/3 home.
We try to gauge the right amount... but times like this, we can easily
be fooled...
RJ NB>> off there... the trip actually had started at the Pond, so we were NB>> on the road for about 8 hours....We'd driven straight from the Montreal Airport, having dropped
A long day but sometimes those are unavoidable.
It was indeed a long day, and also indeed unavoidable... but done with now.... :)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 11-02-19 15:46 <=-
That was the intent. We usually go out for supper the night we
get home from a trip--eases the transition since there's so much
other work to do. This time we went to a disappointing Asian
place.
At least you know where NOT to go next time... ;) We do the
same... except that usually it's to Fu's... (G)
We don't have Fu's handy, had thought about other places but ruled
them out for one reason or another.
I know... we are particularly blest in having Fu's available... :)
I'm glad Steve "converted", remember he was hesitant about it at one point?
This last trip, with Richard driving, and my not having to pick
him up, we went directly there... got there at about 9:15 or so
(he closes at 10), and both ordered Katsudon dark meat chicken
bowls... we were both so tired that we could eat only half the
portion, so the leftovers came home and were supper the next
night as well... :)
Sounds like something we'd do--have half of a meal and take the
rest home for another meal. I'm doing that more and more with
restaurants but there I usually split my meal in half before
digging in. Sometimes, depending on how hungry I am, it's more
like eat 1/3 of the meal, take 2/3 home.
We try to gauge the right amount... but times like this, we can
easily be fooled...
Understandable, if you're tired and have had other nibbles while travelling.
We'd driven straight from the Montreal Airport, having dropped
RJ off there... the trip actually had started at the Pond, so we
were on the road for about 8 hours....
A long day but sometimes those are unavoidable.
It was indeed a long day, and also indeed unavoidable... but done
with now.... :)
We've got some long driving ahead of us at the end of this
month/beginning of next month. Going to visit Steve's parents, taking
the camper which means a longer time on the road as we can't go above
60 on the interstates. We usually stop around Savannah; it's a good
half way point.
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 11-08-19 19:56 <=-
other work to do. This time we went to a disappointing
Asian place.
At least you know where NOT to go next time... ;) We do the
same... except that usually it's to Fu's... (G)
We don't have Fu's handy, had thought about other places but
ruled them out for one reason or another.
I know... we are particularly blest in having Fu's available...
I'm glad Steve "converted", remember he was hesitant about it at
one point?
Fu is good at reassuring the hesitant... ;) And the futomakiThat, plus you and Richard being familiar enough with the various
roll went a long way to convince Steve.... :)
things to give him several points to consider jumping off from.
Sounds like something we'd do--have half of a meal and take the
rest home for another meal. I'm doing that more and more with
restaurants but there I usually split my meal in half before
digging in. Sometimes, depending on how hungry I am, it's more
like eat 1/3 of the meal, take 2/3 home.
We try to gauge the right amount... but times like this, we can
easily be fooled...
Understandable, if you're tired and have had other nibbles while
travelling.
This time it was plain and simply tired... Hadn't even had any
nibbles along the way.... we'd had something to eat maybe around
noon, as part of the closing things up.... but for whatever
reason, just hadn't even had nibbles...
But, you survived until a late supper time. We probably would have
stopped a few hours earlier and had something for supper, then pushed
on to home.
RJ off there... the trip actually had started at the Pond, sowe were on the road for about 8 hours....
A long day but sometimes those are unavoidable.
It was indeed a long day, and also indeed unavoidable... but
done with now.... :)
We've got some long driving ahead of us at the end of this
month/beginning of next month. Going to visit Steve's parents,
taking the camper which means a longer time on the road as we
can't go above 60 on the interstates. We usually stop around
Savannah; it's a good half way point.
Are you going for Thanksgiving...? or leaving right after....?
Going for the holiday, towing the camper and planning to not be on the road during peak travel times.
That, plus you and Richard being familiar enough with the variousI'm glad Steve "converted", remember he was hesitant about it at
one point?
Fu is good at reassuring the hesitant... ;) And the futomaki
roll went a long way to convince Steve.... :)
things to give him several points to consider jumping off from.
True... :) We could explain what things were, and give glowing recommendations for especially good things... ;)
This time it was plain and simply tired... Hadn't even had any
nibbles along the way.... we'd had something to eat maybe around
noon, as part of the closing things up.... but for whatever
reason, just hadn't even had nibbles...
But, you survived until a late supper time. We probably would have
stopped a few hours earlier and had something for supper, then pushed
on to home.
Yup, we survived... part of what kept us going was knowing that there
was good food waiting for us at the end of the trip... (G)
Savannah; it's a good half way point.
Are you going for Thanksgiving...? or leaving right after....?
Going for the holiday, towing the camper and planning to not be on the road during peak travel times.
Sounds wise... :) I'm sure they'll be glad to have you there for the holiday.... ;)
Quoting Ruth Haffly to Nancy Backus on 11-13-19 17:16 <=-
I'm glad Steve "converted", remember he was hesitant about it at
one point?
Fu is good at reassuring the hesitant... ;) And the futomaki
roll went a long way to convince Steve.... :)
That, plus you and Richard being familiar enough with the various
things to give him several points to consider jumping off from.
True... :) We could explain what things were, and give glowing
recommendations for especially good things... ;)
That was probably what made the difference. He knew what was what that way. No big hype like the durian tho. (G)
This time it was plain and simply tired... Hadn't even had any
nibbles along the way.... we'd had something to eat maybe around
noon, as part of the closing things up.... but for whatever
reason, just hadn't even had nibbles...
But, you survived until a late supper time. We probably would
have stopped a few hours earlier and had something for supper,
then pushed on to home.
Yup, we survived... part of what kept us going was knowing that
there was good food waiting for us at the end of the trip... (G)
Worth the wait.
Savannah; it's a good half way point.
Are you going for Thanksgiving...? or leaving right after....?
Going for the holiday, towing the camper and planning to not be
on the road during peak travel times.
Sounds wise... :) I'm sure they'll be glad to have you there
for the holiday.... ;)
For sure! We'll do some things in the camper, bring them over, but Mom wants to do a turkey. She's got the oven for it, the rest of the
kitchen is quite cramped for space tho.
various RH>> things to give him several points to consider jumpingFu is good at reassuring the hesitant... ;) And the futomaki
roll went a long way to convince Steve.... :)
That, plus you and Richard being familiar enough with the
off from.
True... :) We could explain what things were, and give glowing
recommendations for especially good things... ;)
That was probably what made the difference. He knew what was what that way. No big hype like the durian tho. (G)
None needed... we knew that it would speak for itself, and only needed
a little encouragement... :)
around NB>>> noon, as part of the closing things up.... but forThis time it was plain and simply tired... Hadn't even had any
nibbles along the way.... we'd had something to eat maybe
whatever
reason, just hadn't even had nibbles...
But, you survived until a late supper time. We probably would
have stopped a few hours earlier and had something for supper,
then pushed on to home.
Yup, we survived... part of what kept us going was knowing that
there was good food waiting for us at the end of the trip... (G)
Worth the wait.
Exactly... :)
Savannah; it's a good half way point.
Are you going for Thanksgiving...? or leaving right after....?
Going for the holiday, towing the camper and planning to not be
on the road during peak travel times.
Sounds wise... :) I'm sure they'll be glad to have you there
for the holiday.... ;)
For sure! We'll do some things in the camper, bring them over, but Mom wants to do a turkey. She's got the oven for it, the rest of the
kitchen is quite cramped for space tho.
Sounds like it will work out nicely that way... :)
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