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This is the first year I have not been working for Christmas for many years. I have been thinking of all the things I can do. I have no money so I will have to be creative with what I have but it will be so much fun. We are having my future daughter-in-laws family for Thanksgiving and for Christmas so I want to make things pretty and special. I have to get sewing because I can't afford to buy anything. I am going to make my boys wallets out of super hero fabric I bought at Joann' s. I will have to think about the rest. I could make Kimmie and her Mom a wallet as well, I have some floral fabric that would work. Kimmie's dad and brother, I don't know what to do. I guess her brother would like a super hero wallet. Maybe I will make her dad and Dave cookies. Who does not like cookies? lol
Now that I am feeling better, I think I can come up with something for everyone.
I pray everyone will have a very special holiday season this year. I know Lesley will. I have never been on a cruise. I hope it is the best Christmas ever for you Lesley, you deserve it.
I have yet to get into the spirit, but I know I will if I can ever get this house cleaned up and keep it that way for longer than a day. Seems like I am redoing what I did the day before every day. I need to get ahead of the game. I think a larger trash bag is in my future. lol Do you think they will notice if things disappear? lol
Jina, I think I will find my "Shirley, Goodness, and Mercy books" I just love them. Hopefully they are not in a box hidden in the garage. lol
Have a great night
Love ya
Linda
Dear group,I know this question has nothing to do with books or reading but Id really like your input. Sam is working for a girl she went to school with. There is 3 children Elaina 9, Ava 7, and Reese a boy is going to be 3 in December. Sam also does their laundry, cooks, helps with schoolwork for all 3, is potty training Reese, and takes care of walking the dog a ,gorgeous bassett hound named Boomer. They have a mama cat and 3 kittens but they pretty much do for themselves. Sam has already taught Reese 1-10, some of his alphabet and basic colors. Reese has a teacher that comes to the house every Friday. The teacher has told me that Sam working with Reese is teally helping and that she sees such an improvement in all the kids. They were paying Sam a dollar an hour and I told Sam she wasnt going to work for that wage because it wouldnt even cover gas back and forth. So now they pay Sam $4 an hour. I still think thats low but what do you think?
Thanks for the advice.
Jina
Hi, Jina - I don't know what the family's resources are, but that seems extraordinarily low for that much responsibility. I can't imagine they could find anyone else worth their salt for that amount of money.
Hi Sis,I agree with Paula, she could make more working at McDonalds and probably work less. Have her check out what they would have to pay Day Care ,that would give her a place to start on how much to charge. Tell Sam I am proud of her for working with the children on their school work. Love Lola
Hi Jina, That's very low for the amount of responsibility she has especially if she is on her own with the children.In the UK we have a minimum wage based on age:
Year 25 and over 21 to 24 18 to 20 Under 18
2017 £7.50 £7.05 £5.60 £4.05
Today's conversion rate for £-$ is £1 =1.32345$
Hope it helps.
Love to all x
In respect of Christmas reading & even Christmas prep, I don't seem to be able o get into the mood yet. It's in the shops way too early. Christmas presents this year for the grandchildren have been money contributions towards something that they would like but more more expensive than their parents would buy on their own as we shalln't be their with them this year. Hopefully, will be able to get into the spirit of things when we board the cruise ship on 16th December, I'm sure we are going to have a wonderful time.
I shall be off-line most of the time between 16th December and 10th January 2018 as not sure what internet access will be like on shore & it's quiet expensive on the ship, so we shall only using it sparingly.
I'll be on-line as usual until then but just want to wish all you lovely Ladies and your families a Very Happy Christmas and A Healthy, Happy and Prosperous 2018.
Luv & hugs from Lesley
Jina wrote: "Lesley wrote: "Jina wrote: "Hello group and Happy Thanksgiving! One of the things I am most thankful for are the friendships and sisterhood we have made here. To Big Sis Lola, Happy birthday! I kn..."
Dear Jina, I hope now that you have found out what part of the problem is with Michael is that things will start to improve for you. In respect of Bob I'm hopeful things will improve with time as I think he probably has thoughts similar to Michael over the loss of our son Mark earlier in the year, I know I do at times when I'm feeling low. Take care of yourselves. Love & hugs from Lesley x
Pre-Thanksgiving Greetings, everyone -- I hope you are in the midst of planning and/or celebrating some joyful times with family and friends. If you're like me, the holidays are all about mixed emotions, and mine are jumping around like chimps on a trampoline today. I have so many things to be grateful for, and I am. I have a loving, supportive husband of 28 years who makes every day worthwhile; a talented daughter and precious granddaughter I adore; a home, a job, and sweet pets that keep me relatively sane when the world gets too crowded for introverted me. I have an opportunity to travel, to read and write and experience fictional worlds that bring me great joy. Our home was saved from the wildfires when so many were not. I could go on and on and on.
I am aware that I carry no great burdens, certainly nothing that compares to what I see daily, in this group, on the news, and in social media. For that I give thanks.
Still, I struggle, and I suspect many of you do as well. There is an ambivalence to the holidays, a residual sadness that lurks in the background and sometime even sheer force of will doesn't keep it away. I miss my mother, and the memories of Thanksgivings past are bittersweet. My daughter and granddaughter are thousands of miles away, enjoying a holiday by the seashore that I would give anything to join. Because it's "home" in a way that nothing else can possibly be. Because the life I've built here feels shallow without them. Because the family I married into put the 'fun' in dysfunctional, and tomorrow we will spend it with them out of a sense of obligation, for the sake of the only two people at the party who truly care about us - our son and daughter-in-law - while the rest of the gang tolerates our presence so they can talk about us for hours afterwards. It shouldn't get to me, but after 28 years of this, it still does.
I've lost some of the fire for my story. As much as I hate to admit it, the critique by my author friend got to me, and now all I see when I open the manuscript are its faults. I wonder if everyone else who's read it has avoided giving me their true reactions --
or any reaction at all -- because they're my friends. I question whether or not I can really do this after all; if I have what it takes to see this dream to its conclusion, if only for the sake of my cousin, whose tragic story inspired it. I'm considering setting it aside until I can sort through it all; putting it somewhere on a shelf to come back to some other day. My heart has left the building and fear has replaced it.
I wonder what my purpose in life is today, besides cranking out busy work for the government. I am feeling the absence of things and people lost; and the marginalization that comes in our society as women age and fade in significance. And, finally, I feel guilty for being anything but grateful, when others have endured so much more and still remain strong.
I used to love the holidays, but now I greet them warily, wondering what demons will rise to the surface. I'm not depressed - I know what depression is - this is simply sadness and ambivalence. I'm anxious - because I know what fresh hell is ahead tomorrow in Sacramento, but I also know I'll get through it, albeit reluctantly. I've been through much worse, many times over. In the bigger picture, this is a speck of dust on the wind.
I apologize for letting all of this out, today of all days, but I am thankful to have this wonderful group of women friends who make this group a safe place for such feelings. For those of you who also struggle, I say that I feel your pain and respect your strength more than I can say.
Love and hugs to all of you,
Paula
I am aware that I carry no great burdens, certainly nothing that compares to what I see daily, in this group, on the news, and in social media. For that I give thanks.
Still, I struggle, and I suspect many of you do as well. There is an ambivalence to the holidays, a residual sadness that lurks in the background and sometime even sheer force of will doesn't keep it away. I miss my mother, and the memories of Thanksgivings past are bittersweet. My daughter and granddaughter are thousands of miles away, enjoying a holiday by the seashore that I would give anything to join. Because it's "home" in a way that nothing else can possibly be. Because the life I've built here feels shallow without them. Because the family I married into put the 'fun' in dysfunctional, and tomorrow we will spend it with them out of a sense of obligation, for the sake of the only two people at the party who truly care about us - our son and daughter-in-law - while the rest of the gang tolerates our presence so they can talk about us for hours afterwards. It shouldn't get to me, but after 28 years of this, it still does.
I've lost some of the fire for my story. As much as I hate to admit it, the critique by my author friend got to me, and now all I see when I open the manuscript are its faults. I wonder if everyone else who's read it has avoided giving me their true reactions --
or any reaction at all -- because they're my friends. I question whether or not I can really do this after all; if I have what it takes to see this dream to its conclusion, if only for the sake of my cousin, whose tragic story inspired it. I'm considering setting it aside until I can sort through it all; putting it somewhere on a shelf to come back to some other day. My heart has left the building and fear has replaced it.
I wonder what my purpose in life is today, besides cranking out busy work for the government. I am feeling the absence of things and people lost; and the marginalization that comes in our society as women age and fade in significance. And, finally, I feel guilty for being anything but grateful, when others have endured so much more and still remain strong.
I used to love the holidays, but now I greet them warily, wondering what demons will rise to the surface. I'm not depressed - I know what depression is - this is simply sadness and ambivalence. I'm anxious - because I know what fresh hell is ahead tomorrow in Sacramento, but I also know I'll get through it, albeit reluctantly. I've been through much worse, many times over. In the bigger picture, this is a speck of dust on the wind.
I apologize for letting all of this out, today of all days, but I am thankful to have this wonderful group of women friends who make this group a safe place for such feelings. For those of you who also struggle, I say that I feel your pain and respect your strength more than I can say.
Love and hugs to all of you,
Paula
Hey Sis Paula,If you can't Bitch here then we are all doomed lol! I am sorry the Holidays have lost their glitter for you. I know what you mean about missing your Family . I have lost so many in the last few years, but I am Thankful I had them in my life as long as I did. I talked to my Brother Dave tonight I am so Thankful he is doing so well, cancer is always scary but he has overcome it. About In-Laws I think they should be banned , My Mother in law was a true BITCH and not in the good kind , I know you should not speak ill of the dead but she was !!!!! I was lucky we lived so far apart !
About your writing if it is not making you happy step away, it should be joyful ,not upsetting. And Yours is the only voice you should listen to. I really like the part I read and I am not telling you that to make you feel better ! Hey I do not want my nose to grow longer lol. Please take some time for yourself and with the New Year coming reflect on what you want to happen in 2018. Damn 2018 where has the time gone ! I miss the 60's ,Peace, Love , Dope And Rock'n'Roll ! ;>D , Love You Big Time ! Lola
Paula wrote: "Pre-Thanksgiving Greetings, everyone -- I hope you are in the midst of planning and/or celebrating some joyful times with family and friends. If you're like me, the holidays are all about mixed emo..."My dearest friend and hero,
I truly wish you had a better experience with your family on Thanksgiving than what you are being put through. I am glad you will see your son and daughter-in-law. Hopefully it wont be as bad as you fear. And about the others talking about you after you leave, I have this to say, "screw them!" One thing I've come to learn recently is that people who do that sort of thing fall into three categories... insecurity, jealousy and haters. A haters going to hate and gossip, someone who is insecure or uunhappy with their own life try to tear down people that ars just to make themselves feel better about themself, and jealousy of wanting to have what you have. You shouldnt give any of their talk or bs a moments thought or listen to any of it. The people that know you know that you are a wonderful, caring, smart, funny, talented, creative, beautiful person inside and out. You are loved by many people who do see all those wondetful things about you, those are the people you should focus on.
I know the holidays are hard for you. I wish I could say or do some thing to help make the holidays easier for you (whose lost your Mom), Lesley (who has lost her son and sister) and Lola (whose lost her sister and a couple other family members). I can't imagine what you all go through since my immediate family is all still alive. I do get anxious around the holidays and miss my family which is half way across the nation, so I understand that part of missing "home". My parents are up in their 80s and each year they get more frail. I cant imagine a world that my Mom and Dad are no longer in. When my Grandma passed for a long while I felt that colors were dimmer, not enough air or sunshine anymore. I know some of you may not believe me but after she passed she came to me twice with a message, clear as day. So I know she is with me everyday, sees all and looks out for me. This gives me peace, faith, hope and light. I hope the same for you all.
About your book, I love it. I do have a question though if you dont mind. You've told us that some authors or somebody mentioned or thought your book was going to be paranormal. I wonder if they get that from the cover art. I have seen similar covers which were paranormal in one sense or another. I was thinking on it the other day and wondered if you changed the cover to have a man wearing doctors garb on one side and the other side of the front cover be a cemetary (just enough of a cemetery to see like 3 tombstones and the middle set of tombstones has a granite angel or hands that hold a angel sleeping,) if that may take the paranormal impression out of some peoples thoughts. Its just an idea but it came to me when I was thinking about first impressions. The first impression is cover art, then a person will read the back cover for a synopsis the combination of the two seem to be what draws a person to check out the book or buy it. I hope you dont think I am being critical of your choice of a cover, it's just an idea. Secondly I wouldnt put a lot of weight to what another author says about your manuscript. Every author has their own style and genre they are drawn too. They are going to be overcritical and they may be thinking of how their style would write the book or they may be thinking that in this day and age with Harry Potter fanatics, Twilight, True Blood, Zombies and the like, that to sell a book it has to have that element of supernatural. They are wrong. Emily's books arent supernatural and they sell like hot cakes, along with other just as talented and read authors. I love your book. I couldnt put it down once I started reading the first three chapters you sent me. When I got to the end of the third chapter, I was like "Damn what happens next????" And wanted to know more desparately. I am sure many others have felt the same. I have an idea though. Would it be possible for you to take a few copies of your first three chapters to a high school or college english class and ask for volenteers to read it. You could also say its author unknown so you cant think we they give you feed back that they are going to say what they think you'll want to hear. Ask them simply to read it and say whether they liked, disliked, or loved it. And did they want to know amd read more. You could take it to a local church or book group too. I think you would get a clearer picture of what "the public" would think of your writing. Lastly, NEVER give up on your dream!!!!!!!! Dont let anyone have that power over you. If you arent in tje mood to write on your manuscript, step away from it and do a couple writing exercises with writing prompts, then go back to your novel when you are done with that exercise. Besides you have a heavy heart this year especially with the holidays. Give yourself a break. You deserve a break. Maybe write a story about a memory involving your Mom that you could keep in a keepsake box for your daughter and granddaughter to read someday, it might help you feel like your Mom is closer.
You have no reason to feel guilty. You have been through hell this year. Anyone in your place would feel the way you do or worse. Youve had floods and fires, health issues and work issues and stress, your daughter and granddaughter has been through hell too, youve lost loved ones. Give yourself a break.
And as always, know we are here for you and love you dearly. Vent or rant away, we all do. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. I will be thinking of you and counting you as one of my many blessings I have to be thankful for.
Love and hugs to you,
Jina and the girls
Hi Paula, We are here to help if we can and willing to do so; so 'rant' away.
By the way, you only have one life to life so live it the way you want as long as it doesn't adversly affect those who mean the most to you. Try not to worry too much what the rest of them think as if they cann't take you as you are, well that's their look out. I cann't imagine that you would intentionally do anything to hurt anyone as you are always trying to help people.
I hope that the above, doesn't offend you as I'm not sure I have explained what I mean very well.
I know how you feel about the Hoildays, Christmas for me no longer holds a lot of excitement and apart from spending a few extra days with our family all it seems to mean is loads of extra work and spending alot of money. Hopefully we will enjoy the change this year with being somewhere totally different but I'm not holding out much hope. considering what's gone on this year.
In respect of your book, please continue to write your story, when you are ready, as I love it so far and want to know it's conclusion. I'm not saying this because I class you as a friend.
Enjoy your Thanksgiving as much as you can.
Love & hugs x
Paula,Know that most people have issues and they take them out on other people. Fear is not something that you should allow any control. If you want to take a break from writing fine but do not let anyone make you stop. Albert Einstein was told that he would never amount to much when he was about 16 so you see how that worked. ENJOY the two people that you care about and be yourself.
For those in the US.Happy Thanksgiving!
For the rest ,Have a nice and happy weekend.
Paula wrote: "Pre-Thanksgiving Greetings, everyone -- I hope you are in the midst of planning and/or celebrating some joyful times with family and friends. If you're like me, the holidays are all about mixed emo..."Dear Paula,
I was driving to my bank today and heard the song Praying by Kesha and thought of you and all you are going through. Maybe take a listen to it and it might help . I know you and your husband are tight so that part wouldnt apply but it applies to those that ridicule or treat you badly or make you feel badly. I also applied it to the various people in my life who think that I am "less" than them. Anyway, thinking of you and sending prayers for peace and joy during this holiday time.
Love you,
Jina
Ps also heard the new song aout "Thunder" by Imagine Dragons. I love the beat!!!
Jina wrote: "Paula wrote: "Pre-Thanksgiving Greetings, everyone -- I hope you are in the midst of planning and/or celebrating some joyful times with family and friends. If you're like me, the holidays are all a..."Paula,
I consider you to be a dear friend and think it would be wrong to say anything untruthful to you no matter it be good or bad. The truth is the most precious gift we can give one another. That being said, I love your book. I find it captivating and heartfelt writing. The first three chapters left me wanting to know more. When something is calling to you to put your thoughts down on paper, to express your view of a situation, I don't think you have any choice but to follow your muse. In my opinion, I think, when you are ready, you should finish your work without showing it to any other authors or critics. Fulfill your hearts desire and write your manuscript. Then have a few people read it before you send it off to an editor to be sure there are no grammatical errors or spelling issues. If it is to truly be your work it must stand on it's own merits. I think it would be detrimental to your self worth if you do not finish it. You may feel remorse later on if you let it go. This will not be your last book. You have many more in you, I am sure of that. Your passion for writing and reading is too strong.
As one who understands anxiety quite well I must say give yourself a little time. You have worked so hard the past few weeks and you are physically and mentally exhausted. Anxiety can hit you suddenly at any given moment without notice. All you can do is breathe deeply to calm yourself and try to push yourself through it. If it is too overwhelming find a quiet place where you can focus on something else until it passes. But my therapist has told me that you must always go back and finish what you were doing or it will only cause you to fear doing it again, you must show yourself gradually that you can do whatever it was that caused you to flee. She called it Fight or Flight. I have learned so much this past year. I am beginning to feel more in control of my situation and learning not to let my surroundings dictate my emotions. I know anxiety will always be there waiting to show it's ugly head, but I am beginning to have more control over it.
Family can bring out the worst in us. I think it is because we want to be accepted for who we are and family has a way of wanting us to conform to their idea of who we should be. We naturally put up defenses at these times to protect ourselves from hurt feelings and avoid conflict. The two faced jerks that are nice to your face and talk about you when you are not around are not worth your time or thoughts. My mom used to call them "Nicey Nice People" I have never cared to be around that type of person either but there are times when it is unavoidable. The only thing you can do is minimize the amount of time you spend with them.
I hope, one day, you will be able to return to the home of your heart so you can be more at ease with your surroundings. My grandmother used to say "This old world is just too big". It really is.
I am thankful to have all my boys living close to me. I miss my dad so much it makes me cry sometimes, but I can not do anything about it right now. I will look forward to Spring when I can visit him again. I want to do so much for him but I am too far away. I have told him whenever he is ready we can move him closer to us, but he is happy in his community and does not want to leave the house he shared with my mom. Until he can no longer care for himself, I think he should stay there where he is most comfortable. I would love to get him a little house close by so I could visit him daily but that is just selfish on my part.
I worked so hard the past few days getting ready for Thanksgiving dinner that I am just exhausted. I was a zombie last night. I put the food away and left the dishes for today. I just could not go another step. My bed felt so good. lol I fell asleep and didn't wake up until after 7am. I am still tired but at least my mind is functioning lol. I have done two loads of dishes in the dishwasher and I have one more to go. At least I do not have to cook for a few days. I have decided they can help themselves to the leftovers. lol.
Well I had better get busy before I lean over and fall asleep again.
Dave gave up and went back to bed, lol.
I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving Day.
Peace be with you,
Love to you all
Linda
Hi Girls,We had a wonderful Day ! Everything flowed just like a peaceful Eternity Spring lol. I like Linda left the dishes till today and for someone who doesn't go to bed before midnight I was asleep by 9:30 lol. We were disappointed with the Ham we always get from the Ham store in Helena it was about 1/2 the size as before and the ham it's self wasn't as good. I will have to try some place new next year. All the other things were really good even if I do say so myself lol. I love those king's hawaiian rolls ,I am glad Costco had 2 packages in each bag. The kids went home with lots of leftovers, and I was so surprised when my Hubby who does not like sweet potatoes told me I could make them the way I did yesterday more often ! I have a great recipe for New York cheesecake that I made along with a pecan pumpkin pie. I love all the leftovers too.
I hope everyone else had a great day and didn't spend too much on Black Friday, I do admit I bought a indoor grill , I was going to buy a Gorge Forman but everyone was griping about the grills were flaking off coating. I have been missing my grill that pooped out a few years ago now they have removable grills which was my only gripe about my old one. Love Lola
Lola wrote: "Hi Girls,We had a wonderful Day ! Everything flowed just like a peaceful Eternity Spring lol. I like Linda left the dishes till today and for someone who doesn't go to bed before midnight I was a..."
My dear Big Sis,
I am so glad you had a great Thanksgiving! Can you email me your recipes., jinamichelle1969@hotmail.com. I would love to try new recipes. I get tired of cooking the same old same old recipes at every holiday. Your pumpkin pecan pie sounds marvellous!
I usually am a night owl too but lately I am so tired or my siatic is hurting so bad I have been laying down or falling asleep in my glide rocker by 7-8 pm and out until about 4 when I have to get up to change my clothes. I have been waking up in a cold sweat the last few weeks. I look like I just got out of the shower with my pjs on when this happens. I habve no idea whats happening to me but I will talk to the doctor about it on Monday.
Is anyone else ready for the new seasons of shows coming on. Librarians starts Dec 13, Siren will start soon, I love NCIS but I am going to hate it when Abby leaves the show. Its terrible how she had to leave. I loved the part she played. She will be missed. Probably more than they missed Kate, Ziva, or DiNozzo. If Mark Harmon or Ducky left I think the show wouldnt survive.
I am reading several books right now and enjoying all of them. I tried one book which was a best seller but I couldnt get into it so I will donate it to the hospital.
I love you and hope you are enjoying your holiday.
Love and hugs,
Jina
Hello, friends -- I'm delighted to hear from those who had a great Thanksgiving celebration with family and friends. Thanks to each of you who shared your thoughts and supportive words - I was in an uncommonly bad place Thursday morning. But as always, these things pass if you don't fight them. Altogether, as Thanksgivings go, the family gathering got a bit awkward a couple of times, but every time things felt too stressful, I took a short walk outside. It was warm and breezy, and it helped me reset my "grace" button. Our daughter-in-law's mother and stepfather were there and they kept things from getting weird -- they are hilarious, fun-loving hippies in every sense of the word. They had their own way of handling the awkward - and one day it's going to go in a book, I swear.
Of course, Joel and Rebecca were delightful, gracious hosts, and went out of their way to make everyone feel welcome. Other than the long drive and a few tense words between Ray and his ex - which I avoided by going outside - it was a good day. The fatigue caught up with me yesterday and I swear I nearly slept all day. Today I made THREE --count them, THREE -- trips to the grocery store because of stuff I forgot the first time. Clearly, my head is still somewhere else. I'm planning to make potato chowder for supper if I can remember to put the potatoes in it. LOL.
Ray is on call this weekend and has been out of the house the better part of Friday and Saturday. I've used the time to do laundry and start catching up with housecleaning - long neglected due to my own work schedule. Joel and Rebecca are visiting us this next weekend, so I am motivated to make the house look holiday-ish for them. After I remove the dust bunnies from every surface.
As for the writing, I am planning to edit a few chapters tomorrow and see how it goes. Today I got an advance copy of a book that comes out on Tuesday, so I have a great excuse to read tonight if Ray has to go back to the hospital for another shift.
Jina, I'm with you on the NCIS thing. Ray is still angry about Ziva. When Abby is written out, it may be too much for him. We are looking forward to The Librarians, too. And my guilty pleasure is Lucifer on Fox. We have lots of shows recorded that we've had no time to enjoy. Right now I'm catching up on Premier League football (or as we Americans call it, soccer) - I really enjoy it.
JIna -- check and see if any of your medications might be causing the effects you mentioned, and in any case, tell your doctor. There are a variety of things that can cause such night sweats, and they need to be checked out as soon as possible.
Love you ladies - have a good weekend.
Paula
Of course, Joel and Rebecca were delightful, gracious hosts, and went out of their way to make everyone feel welcome. Other than the long drive and a few tense words between Ray and his ex - which I avoided by going outside - it was a good day. The fatigue caught up with me yesterday and I swear I nearly slept all day. Today I made THREE --count them, THREE -- trips to the grocery store because of stuff I forgot the first time. Clearly, my head is still somewhere else. I'm planning to make potato chowder for supper if I can remember to put the potatoes in it. LOL.
Ray is on call this weekend and has been out of the house the better part of Friday and Saturday. I've used the time to do laundry and start catching up with housecleaning - long neglected due to my own work schedule. Joel and Rebecca are visiting us this next weekend, so I am motivated to make the house look holiday-ish for them. After I remove the dust bunnies from every surface.
As for the writing, I am planning to edit a few chapters tomorrow and see how it goes. Today I got an advance copy of a book that comes out on Tuesday, so I have a great excuse to read tonight if Ray has to go back to the hospital for another shift.
Jina, I'm with you on the NCIS thing. Ray is still angry about Ziva. When Abby is written out, it may be too much for him. We are looking forward to The Librarians, too. And my guilty pleasure is Lucifer on Fox. We have lots of shows recorded that we've had no time to enjoy. Right now I'm catching up on Premier League football (or as we Americans call it, soccer) - I really enjoy it.
JIna -- check and see if any of your medications might be causing the effects you mentioned, and in any case, tell your doctor. There are a variety of things that can cause such night sweats, and they need to be checked out as soon as possible.
Love you ladies - have a good weekend.
Paula
Jina wrote: "Lola wrote: "Hi Girls,We had a wonderful Day ! Everything flowed just like a peaceful Eternity Spring lol. I like Linda left the dishes till today and for someone who doesn't go to bed before mid..."
Hey Lil Sis,
Not being nosy but how old are you? I started my menopause in my early 40's and night sweats is what happened first .You might need your estrogen level checked. Boy was I pooped yesterday after getting the kitchen back in order. One good thing I bought a Anti Fatigue Mat for in front of the sink and it came yesterday , on man is that nice, soft and bouncy . I liked it so much I ordered a longer one today .I am going to put the one I have in front of the stove .
Paula , I bet your Daughter in laws Mother and I would really click, us both being old Hippies lol. I am sorry everything didn't go so well, but at least it is over again for another year.
I can't wait for When Calls the Heart, to start. I have always like NCIS, but with out Abby, I don't know, what is going to happen to her?
My Clemson tigers are playing gotta go watch! Love Lola
This is what I have to say about black friday. Its a quote from the "Grinch". "Hate, hate hate, double hate, loathe entirely!"Traffic sucks as their is no good will towards other people and to make it worse, shoppers bring their tiny children and they get hurt, lost or scared and crying through the wrecklessness in the store. I wish they would not have black friday and instead have specials on a few things leading up to Christmas or a separate place in tbe store just for the deals they have. And I think its time to disipline people who get violent or profane. I think there should be a police force on hand in several sections of the store and several outside the store as it becomes a stampede to get in the doors.
It was just a thought.
Love to all,
Jina
Also if someone is difficult and violent, I think they shold be forever banned from getting holiday deals. They showed a video on the news, it had to be Walmart but the lady doing the handing out of the big screen tvs said, "Now everybody calm down and act your age or no one is leaving today with this tv".Jina
Lola wrote: "Jina wrote: "Lola wrote: "Hi Girls,We had a wonderful Day ! Everything flowed just like a peaceful Eternity Spring lol. I like Linda left the dishes till today and for someone who doesn't go to b..."
Hi Sis,
I was worried about it being menopause related. I was born in 1969, My mother didnt go into menopause until her sixties. Maybe that late because she had my sister in her 40s. Its been 18 years since my last child was born. Maybe it's a use it or lose it type thing. Lol
From an interview that Pauly. She wasnt aging on the show and was looking too young. Pauley Perrette has her own skin care line and the producer's werent going to let her do what she wanted. She wanted to promote the line but CBS and the anti aging creams that are advertised on CBS were furious. This world is going nuts about skin, body size and appearance.
Love
Jina
Hi Lil Sis,I agree about Black Friday that is why I do all my shopping on line ,you can get almost the same prices without the hassle . I don't know what is happening in our world when someone can pull a gun and shoot someone for cutting them off on the highway. It is too crazy ! Pray for peace ! Love Lola P.S. YEAH CLEMSON !!!!!!!
Hello my dear sisters. I have to agree with you on the Black Friday situation. I am so happy to be away from all of that this year. I didn't leave my house on Friday. I have no desire to be out there. I went to Joann Fabrics on Thursday and again today and got all the deals I wanted. I am making my future daughter-in-law a jacket for Christmas and I got everything I need for 25 dollars. The receipt says I saved 63. dollars. So cool. I just bought patterns on Wednesday because they were 2. dollars each. I can not believe some of them are close to 20. dollars each regular price. I usually by mine at the thrift store when I can. I would never pay that high price for a pattern.
I haven't watched NCIS for a while. I like the show but with all the characters leaving I probably will not watch it again. I think Mark Harmon would like to retire to Montana any way. He has had a home there for quite some time. I do like BULL. I watch it every week. It would be cool if they hired Pauley Perrette to work on that show. I also like to watch Madame President. That is about all I watch on TV. Except for General Hospital, lol. I have watched that since I was a kid and probably will for ever. My grandma watched it, and it is all her fault I got hooked on it lol.
Paula, I am glad things went as well as possible on Thanksgiving day for you. I know it was a stressful situation for you and taking a walk was a good thing to do. I hope you have some time to rest tomorrow. Do you have to go back to work on Monday? I pray you are refreshed in body and spirit if you do.
Tomorrow I plan on setting up a sewing schedule for the next few weeks. I have a lot of projects to make for Christmas and I need to make time for then to get done. The guys are just going to have to pick up after themselves and not rely on me. If I am ever going to start an ETSY business I need to have a schedule that is dedicated to getting things done and producing product. I have decided to wait until the first of the year to get established on ETSY then I can concentrate on Spring items. It is too late for Christmas. That way I can get an early start on Christmas next year and have an established site.
Well, I am nursing a major headache so I will sign off for now.
I hope you all have a wonderful weekend.
Peace be with you,
Love, Linda
Hi all,I know that I have not been on in a while. I have been very distracted with the divorce and taking care of my 3 yr old. Our court date was on 11/20. We just need to get the appraisal back on the house. This weekend is the first time we will trade/had off our son for his week with his dad. His dad has most of his stuff out of the house but his huge sports card collection.
brandi
Brandi wrote: "Hi all,I know that I have not been on in a while. I have been very distracted with the divorce and taking care of my 3 yr old. Our court date was on 11/20. We just need to get the appraisal back ..."
Hi Brandi, So sorry you are going through this tough time & hope that all goes well with your son's visit to his Dad. Please try and find something to do or somwhere to go whilst he is away so that you are not 'home alone' as I'm sure you will miss him.
Take care of yourself, love & hugs xx
Brandi wrote: "Hi all,I know that I have not been on in a while. I have been very distracted with the divorce and taking care of my 3 yr old. Our court date was on 11/20. We just need to get the appraisal back ..."
Hi Brandi,
Welcome back. I wondered where you went. So sorry that you are going through rough times during the part of the year we are supposed to be counting blessings and celebrating. I hope the sun shines brighter for you once everything settles down. (My mom always told me that) please know we are thinking of you and your son and praying for better days.
Love and hugs,
Jina and the girls
Hi group,I hope you all have survived the mass hysteria that is Black Friday, Cyber Saturday -Cyber Monday and whatever they are calling the rest of this week. My family in Nebraska escaped the madness by going to Branson, Missouri for the week. I wish I was there with them. I had went when I was young and haven't been able to go back. Someday maybe.
Tomorrow I go back to the doctor, my husband says "about time you go, no cancelling!!!" I have been averaging about 2-3 hours sleep a night. I cant lay down, it hurts worse. He says I look like a raccoon with the dark circles around my eyes. I even scared myself when I looked in the mirror. Lol
Has anyone read "A Place called Heaven 10 surprising truths" by Dr. Robert Jeffress? Just wondering. I was watching the morning sermon one day this week and afterward they had the Pastor/Minister who wrote the book on and they were interviewing him. After his answers about the second coming and who will get to stay on the renewed Earth I have to say I am very scared. If what he says is true, I may not see Heaven even though I love Jesus and God and try to live in the "light" so to speak. I am hoping I have somehow misinterpreted his responses to the questions. So if you have read the book let me know.
I hope you all have a great relaxing weekend after the busy one we just had.
Love to all,
Jina
Hi Lil Sis., I do not believe God wants you to fear , God is a loving God . I think there is a special place in Hell for people who say they speak for God and want you to fear.
Hi Brandi,
Nice to hear from you again! I too am sorry you are having to go thru this at Christmas time, and as Lesley said please do not sit around and stress while your son is gone. Do some of your Christmas shopping while he is gone. Or read a book you have been wanting to read, I really liked Nora Roberts Come Sundown, on sell right now on Audible, or The Liar.
Dear Sis Linda,
I am glad you got your patterns , I didn't realize the price had gone up so much, see how long it has been since I have sewn. lol I am going to try crocheting some scrubby dishcloths that I saw in an email I got , you take Tulle and cut it into strips and tie it together with the cotton yarn and use a big crochet hook . I will let you know how it goes.
Love You All, Lola
Hi Jina -- When I was a little girl, I heard Billy Graham preach and I'll never forget what he said. It was, "If you're afraid that you won't go to Heaven, you have nothing to fear. All that's required is that you love God, believe in the saving power of Jesus Christ, and follow in His footsteps." The entire principle of salvation is based on the redeeming grace of Jesus Christ.
There are religious people, and many religious people, who assert that you must meet some so-called heavenly standard of living here on earth. It's often used to discriminate or recriminate based on some human standard of what a righteous life is. But all that is truly required is our acceptance of Jesus Christ and the grace He offers us in return. Period.
I might add that I have an issue with anyone that presumes to speak for God, especially those who try to convince people they are undeserving unless they do X, Y, and Z and live exactly as they say. All of the evidence is in the Bible. You need look no further than the Sermon on the Mount. Not to the apostles or those who came after Christ's resurrection - Christ gave us His truth during his time on earth.
Grace is freely given, it is not "deserved." That's the entire point: no one "deserves" heaven simply through their earthly works, only by faith are they saved through grace. So please lift that worry up and let it go.
I'll be honest - I struggle with my faith all the time - and I write about such a journey through the words in my book. But I am always reassured by that one simple concept. Those who worry about their future in heaven are NOT the ones who should be concerned. Even those on their deathbed who have lived wretched lives may be saved through the acceptance of God's grace and belief in Christ. Remember the thief on the cross.
Billy Graham's words are all I need to know that my dear mom is where she should be, experiencing the joys of heaven in God's company. And my dad, who struggled all his life, is there as well. Rest assured you will someday experience that, too, because we are ALL saved by grace, and grace alone.
P
There are religious people, and many religious people, who assert that you must meet some so-called heavenly standard of living here on earth. It's often used to discriminate or recriminate based on some human standard of what a righteous life is. But all that is truly required is our acceptance of Jesus Christ and the grace He offers us in return. Period.
I might add that I have an issue with anyone that presumes to speak for God, especially those who try to convince people they are undeserving unless they do X, Y, and Z and live exactly as they say. All of the evidence is in the Bible. You need look no further than the Sermon on the Mount. Not to the apostles or those who came after Christ's resurrection - Christ gave us His truth during his time on earth.
Grace is freely given, it is not "deserved." That's the entire point: no one "deserves" heaven simply through their earthly works, only by faith are they saved through grace. So please lift that worry up and let it go.
I'll be honest - I struggle with my faith all the time - and I write about such a journey through the words in my book. But I am always reassured by that one simple concept. Those who worry about their future in heaven are NOT the ones who should be concerned. Even those on their deathbed who have lived wretched lives may be saved through the acceptance of God's grace and belief in Christ. Remember the thief on the cross.
Billy Graham's words are all I need to know that my dear mom is where she should be, experiencing the joys of heaven in God's company. And my dad, who struggled all his life, is there as well. Rest assured you will someday experience that, too, because we are ALL saved by grace, and grace alone.
P
Jina,My sweet sister,
I grew up with the type of preaching you witnessed on TV. The Hell, fire and brimstone preaching made me frightened as a child and I would wake up in the middle of the night (in what I know now was a panic attack) and be so afraid that the rapture had happened and I was left alone because of some silly thing or reason I made up in my mine. When I got married and moved out of my parents home I ran as fast as I could away from that church. They said my husband was not a Christian because he was Catholic and I should reject his religion and make him follow mine.
We talked about it and decided we would join the Lutheran Church. When I became involved in this church I felt like I had come home. They were not shouting and running around the church in the name of God, they simply professed their faith and accepted that in God's mercy, He sent His son Jesus to pay the price for my sin and by Grace I was forever more a child of God and heir to the Kingdom of God because of my acceptance of Him and my faith in His word. I can not tell you how that wisdom made me feel free. I have read through the bible three times, and I know what God says about the second coming of Christ.
Romans 8:1
There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.
Please don't listen to the extremist preachers who try to scare people into joining their version of the Gospel. They twist the words and take scripture out of context to prove their views. I believe they will have to answer for their cruelty one day before God because the bible says God is love. Their is not fear in love. I just can't listen to the ugliness that they spew in the name of God. In the end we all have to read the bible and make our own decision as to it's meaning. Some of it we may never understand fully, but if we truly believe and trust God to guide us , I believe we will know the truth of it's meaning . These are my beliefs and I do not mean to push them on anyone. I just think these mega preachers who have huge churches that cost millions of dollars lose sight of the real path God meant for us to follow. Jesus never had a lot of "things" on the contrary He said to sell all we had and take up your cross and follow me. I could go on and on, but I will just say. Trust the word of God and do not buy into any mans version of who He is or what He will do. He left us an instruction manual on how to live and it is the Bible. It's not complicated The New Testament is the story of Christ.
I love you dear sister and I will pray for you to have peace and know you can not lose your salvation. It is a gift from God and it is non returnable.
Didn't mean to preach a sermon, I just feel deeply about this subject and believe the church is God's people, not a building. And no one should make you question what God has given to you. You are a precious child of God and no one can take that away from you.
Ephesians 2 New English Translation (NET Bible)
New Life Individually
4 But God, being rich in mercy, because of his great love with which he loved us, 5 even though we were dead in transgressions, made us alive together with Christ—by grace you are saved!— 6 and he raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, 7 to demonstrate in the coming ages the surpassing wealth of his grace in kindness toward us in Christ Jesus. 8 For by grace you are saved through faith, and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God; 9 it is not from works, so that no one can boast. 10 For we are his workmanship, having been created in Christ Jesus for good works that God prepared beforehand so we may do them.
Thank you so much my dearest friends. I was really having a hard time after I saw that interview. But now I feel much better. I am so blessed to have you all. Love and hugs,
Jina
Your Welcome Lil Sis, I won't let anyone scare you , that's what Big Sister's are for! Love Lola
Hi guys,I slept well last night on the new medicine. So thankful to sleep 6 hours straight instead of 2-3. And to be able to lay down without bad spikes of pain. Woo hoo!
I am trying to get in the Christmas spirit. All this commercialism and riots in stores over buying gifts, it seems many have lost sight of the reason for the season. We will probably not have much under the tree but we never really have had. My Mom was so good at homemade gifts and certain traditions every year as well as beautiful lights and trees and Christmas music playing starting the weekend after Thanksgiving. She always said Thanksgiving needs to have its own full week of truly being Thankful for our blessings before we could start on Christmas traditions. We baked cookies and treats and delivered plates of goodies and cards to our family, neighbors and friends. Christmas cards got mailed by the 15th. We went sledding, caroling, going to church for the Christmas pageant (which sometimes my brothers and I were in, I was usually a sheep and brothers a sheperd or animal too,) Our family played the organ or piano and the ringing of the bells ceremony was always a favorite. We went on hayrides through town either pulled by a tractor or horses depending if it was a trailer or carriage. We always had lots of snow so we went skating and snowmobiling and got pulled around on a car hood behind a tractor or 4 wheeler. (How redneck is that!!!) I miss those times so much. My Mom and Dads house was always filled with music, everyone can play many instruments, Dad plays the accordion and spoons. He plays by ear like my little brother Daren who can play anything he picks up it seems. He fools around a day or two and usually by the third day he can play several songs. Dana plays trumpet, trombone, piano. Joni can play everything. She plays accordion with Dad, the hammer dulcimer, violin, piano, trumpet, saxophone and probably more. I can play some piano, the saxophone, a little bit of guitar (acoustic). Being here in warmer weather with just the 5 of us its hard to feel like its Christmastime. Back home we had snow by Halloween so that got you in the mood for hot cocoa and you "felt" the white Christmas coming. We baked Jesus Birthday cake and went to midnight services. I am trying to figure out some new decoration to make to get us in the mood. If you have any ideas please share them.
Love to all,
Jina
Jina wrote: "Hi guys,I slept well last night on the new medicine. So thankful to sleep 6 hours straight instead of 2-3. And to be able to lay down without bad spikes of pain. Woo hoo!
I am trying to get in th..."
Hi Jina, So pleased you are able to get some decent hours of sleep at long last.
We had a light covering of snow here in Lincolnshire yesterday but it has gone again this morning.
I can remember as a child having snowy winters but not usually until January/February. We don't seem to get much snow these days usually just lots of rain.
Christmas will be in a warmer climate for us this year, which will be very strange. In view of the terible year we have had with the loss of our son and my sister, my husband Bob decided that we should go on holiday for Christmas & New Year and be looked after. So we are going on a 25day Caribbean Cruse leaving & returning to the Port of Southampton UK. A little apprehensive about being away from the rest of the family for this Christmas but I'm sure we will enjoy it when we get on the ship.
I envy you being able to play musical instruments, it's something I wish I could do.
Take care, Love to you all Lesley xx
Hi All,Lil Sis ,Today I will try to get my Christmas Groove back, I am going to start setting up my Christmas Village. Jen and I went on a Girls day out Monday and went shopping. I picked up a new small building for the Village ,a coffee shack , Wolf showed me that it lit up, so cute! Last night I made a clove orange and hung it up ,it smells so nice and gets me in the Christmas mood.
Wow what a talented Family you have! Wolf is good at the drums me I can sing a little , Now Jen has a beautiful voice ,that is what her major was in College .
Lesley , I know how much it is taking me to get in the Groove. I think your Hubby had a great idea to get away for a while. All our snow is gone too ,it has been so warm here we have had the doors open ,now this is not right, global warming anyone !
Love to All, Lola
Hi ladies!
After a busy weekend, Ray and. I have escaped to the Mendocino coast to recover from October and November. And to search for my writing muse. I’m planning to spend as many hours as I can over the next 5 days writing. I’d love to finish my first draft here but I’m thinking that’s a bit ambitious. I’m a slow writer. But I’ll set some scene goals and hope for the best. It’s beautiful here today...sunny and breezy. Tomorrow it may rain, good for writing. Tonight we hope to get out to the Botanical Gardens in Fort Bragg. They have an annual light show along the walking trail, music and cider. That should help with Christmas spirit. Last year it was crushed by my mom’s passing. This year, I’m having some difficult moments but after all the losses from the fires I stop to remind myself that we’ve been blessed, and it really helps.
I hope you all have a peaceful, healthy week. I’ll check in on my daily run to Starbucks.
Much love,
P
After a busy weekend, Ray and. I have escaped to the Mendocino coast to recover from October and November. And to search for my writing muse. I’m planning to spend as many hours as I can over the next 5 days writing. I’d love to finish my first draft here but I’m thinking that’s a bit ambitious. I’m a slow writer. But I’ll set some scene goals and hope for the best. It’s beautiful here today...sunny and breezy. Tomorrow it may rain, good for writing. Tonight we hope to get out to the Botanical Gardens in Fort Bragg. They have an annual light show along the walking trail, music and cider. That should help with Christmas spirit. Last year it was crushed by my mom’s passing. This year, I’m having some difficult moments but after all the losses from the fires I stop to remind myself that we’ve been blessed, and it really helps.
I hope you all have a peaceful, healthy week. I’ll check in on my daily run to Starbucks.
Much love,
P
Paula wrote: "Hi ladies!After a busy weekend, Ray and. I have escaped to the Mendocino coast to recover from October and November. And to search for my writing muse. I’m planning to spend as many hours as I ca..."
Paula,
So happy you are able to get away for a few days. Hopefully it will help clear your head and free up your spirit to accept all of the blessings God has in store for you. I know wonderful times are awaiting you and your loved ones.
We have all suffered this year from one trial or another but I choose to think of them as stepping stones to greater things, knowledge obtained to be used for future experiences for our selves or others we come into contact with. My wise brother once told me we are doing one of two things in our lives, we are either teaching or we are learning. I want to keep my heart open to accept either challenge. I strive to be a better person every day and that is all I can do.
You are a kind and loving person. You will do well in anything you choose to do as long as you are true to yourself and follow your heart.
Peace be with you, my friend. May God bless you richly today and always.
Love , Linda
Feliz Navidad my friends!I am finally getting in the mood for Christmas. My Mom called and we talked and laughed over Christmas memories from the past. I guess that flipped the switch from my" bah humbug" mood to "ok lets party!" mood.
This year we are doing a "homemade" Christmas. The girls will make the ornaments and of course we will put up our artificial tree, and lights EVERYWHERE! Money is tight this year but my youngest is 18 so they dont mind. We will play games, make crafts, watch movies and listen to youtube videos this month every chance we get. We will make Jesus birthday cake and exchange handmade gifts. We kinda need to do a simple Christmas thiss year because January 4th Heather starts her appointments to have her jaw fixed and all the girls have genetic testing starting January 11th. Heather starts Traumatic brain injury therapy December 13th and will go twice a week for an hour. Plus the girls both have school at home on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the afternoon through the end of 2017 then Sarah will hopefully be healed enough to go back to school after Christmas break. Its so busy here, the last time it was this busy I didn't get a chance to take down the tree until May. We only took it down then because we needed to start getting ready to find a new house to live in.
I am back to doing my cross stitch, which gives me great joy. Everything I make I have made as gifts. Which also brings me great joy. I am making Christmas ornaments and birth samplers, my crocheting... hmmmm.. not sure what it will end up being. Maybe a wide and long shawl or I may keep going so it turns out to be a blanket. I am also making a dream catcher for Samantha and I am working on a God's Eye for Mr Allen and Selena who are Sarahs employers at the horse barn. Samantha and I are making a flip book out of a index card pack that has a ring through the corner. Its for Heather for when she has jaw surgery. She may end up with her jaw wired shut for a few weeks so that the jaw stays where its supposed to be. The flip book will enable her to communicate easier. For instance if her head hurts she can open it to pain section and flip the pages to find "head" and so we know she needs medicine. Or if she wants to go to bed she can flip to the "I want to" and then find "go to bed" and we can take her to her bedroom. It should make communicating during her recovery easier. She talks a little bit now but its hard to understand her since her jaw isnt right but hopefully after the surgery she can go to speech therapy and relearn to talk. I so miss talking with her. I miss her "real" voice.
Well I better get off here. I need to get the school stuff organized and ready for the teachers when they come to see the girls today.
Love to all,
Jina and the girls
Paula wrote: "Hi ladies!After a busy weekend, Ray and. I have escaped to the Mendocino coast to recover from October and November. And to search for my writing muse. I’m planning to spend as many hours as I ca..."
Hi Paula, Hope you enjoy & find time to relax as well as write. I'm sure your wriiting will be fine.
Love & hugs x
Jina wrote: "Feliz Navidad my friends!I am finally getting in the mood for Christmas. My Mom called and we talked and laughed over Christmas memories from the past. I guess that flipped the switch from my" bah..."
Jina, You are a busy, busy lady. Hope you are taking time to look after yourself as well & hope things have settled down a bit with Michael. Happy that you are now looking forward to Christmas.
Love & hugs to you all x
Hey Paula,How close are you to the fires I saw this morning on the news? They didn't say where the fires are while I was watching. Those Santa Ana winds are crazy bad! Love Lola
Hi Lola! This time the fires are tearing through Southern CA outside of Los Angeles. It’s shocking how quickly they spread but the Santa Ana winds are relentless. Truly terrifying but we are safe. Thanks for asking.
Paula
Paula
Hi Paula,I am so glad you are safe, boy the fire gods must be mad at Cal. first the North got it now the South. Have you been in the area that got burned this summer? I sure hope the grape vines didn't get hurt , you can rebuild a structure in no time but the vines can take years.
How are you doing? I am still not in the Christmas mood. Maybe when the fruitcake get here lol. We get a fruitcake every year from the Collins Street Bakery in Texas ,this year I got 2, Wolf almost ate the whole one last year before Christmas. It's not your Momma's fruitcake lol. They don't use citrus peels and they have their own farms in Costa Rica where they grow most of the fruit, this is the only fruitcake I have ever liked.
You stay safe ! Love Lola
Hey Lil Sis,Slow down girl , you are making me tired just reading your post! I am getting into a crochet mood ,but I am making dish clothes. I am adding some netting to some to make scrubbies. I use cotton yarn , this time I am doing mine in Carolina Panthers colors . I am so glad Clemson is in the play-offs ,another Championship would be great! I guess I will have to get some orange yarn and make some Clemson cloths too. Love Lola
Hello ladies,You all are so busy and have a lot going on. I spent the day going to M.D. appointments. I am at the end of the workman's comp. claim. I had my last appointment with the Psychiatrist today as far as workman's comp is concerned. I will continue to see her but with my own insurance plan. I have two more visits with my therapist with the workman's comp. then I will continue with my own insurance for as long as I need to. I am so happy to be rid of the workman's comp. nurse who is in charge of my claim. She just drives me nuts. She called me this morning, before I was out of bed, to ask if I was going to keep my appointment today. Like I have ever missed an appointment. She is just nosey. Thank God I don't have to deal with her butting into my personal life anymore.
I have decided to concentrate on making Christmas gifts and wait until after the first of the year to start setting up an ETSY business. I need to have a lot of product to post for sale and I have had one distraction after another trying to get aprons made. Sorry Lola, I still haven't sewn yours up yet. I promise to have it done after the first of the year. I have to get busy making the boys gifts. I made one wallet and I need to tweak the pattern a little. It only took me about two hours to complete it and I think it will be less time on the next one because I know what I am doing now. I had to alter a pattern for a woman's wallet because there was not one for a man's.
I am making Kimmie a Jacket and it will take the longest time so I need to get the wallets done. I want to get all done by the beginning of next week so I can do some baking. I am trying to not make it a stressful time so I need to stay on my timeline.
I have my tree up but it is not decorated yet. lol boxes all over the living room. I will get it done tomorrow, maybe. lol
It has been a long day and I am tired so I am going to turn in. I hope everyone has a great day tomorrow and I will check in when I have time.
Love to you all.
Linda
Paula wrote: "Hi Lola! This time the fires are tearing through Southern CA outside of Los Angeles. It’s shocking how quickly they spread but the Santa Ana winds are relentless. Truly terrifying but we are safe. ..."So glad you ae safe x
Dear Linda,Please do not stress about my apron , I have faith in you and that when it is done it will be just right ,so don't rush it ! I sent you an email from Unity that is perfectly about this. Let go and let God !
Love Lola
Lola wrote: "Dear Linda,Please do not stress about my apron , I have faith in you and that when it is done it will be just right ,so don't rush it ! I sent you an email from Unity that is perfectly about this..."
Dearest Lola,
Thank you. You are so sweet. I have been sewing up a storm. I have made one wallet and I am almost done with Kimmie's Jacket. The wallets can be made in about 2 hours so I decided to get the jacket done because I don't know how long it will take. I already see that I will have to alter it a little so it is a good thing I decided to forge ahead with it.
I wait until afternoon to begin sewing because everyone leaves for work and I only have the dog to worry about. She is pretty agreeable so we get along fine lol.
I put my sewing machine in my bedroom so it is not visible when people come to visit. That way I don't have to put my current projects away and make it neat and tidy. I found the coolest fainting couch at the thrift store for $20.00. Dave hates it lol. It is a modern style and he says it does not go with out conventional furniture but it is so comfortable for reading, I love it. It is a rust colored leather with metal legs. I will try to post a photo if I can figure out how lol. Dave decorated the tree and did a wonderful job. I guess he got tired of it sitting in the living room bare. lol.
Suppose I should get busy tidying up the house. I am trying to keep it picked up so I don't have to run around like a mad woman before company gets here on Christmas day. lol, Dave told me not to buy anymore furniture because we have not place to put it. If I get rid of something I guess it's ok right? lol I drive him crazy sometimes but he loves me anyway. lol Besides I only buy gently used furniture lol. I swear there is not a piece of furniture in my house that was bought brand new. I got my love seat for $5.00 and my couch for $1.79. I love the Goodwill and Value Village. lol.
Well, off I go to wash up the dishes and put things away.
Love ya
Linda
I always like to read a book to help me get into the holiday spirit. Besides Emilys books, this time of year I will reread Fern Michaels "Family blessings" (its a Thanksgiving book), Robyn Carrs Christmas book "Under the Christmas Tree" Its included in an anthology with authors Debbie Macomber, Sheryl Woods "That Holiday Feeling" spoiler alert it includes an adorable toddler and a box of puppies). And Debbie Macombers Shirley ,Goodness and Mercy series ( favourite one has an angel misplacing a battleship!) I hate the holiday decorations habe already been out in stores since August but I guess thats something wevwill have to get used to. What do you do or read to get you in the holiday spirit?
Love to all,
Jina