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Saturday, January 21, 2023 — What an evening this has been… All of my kids are here with us — and I do mean ALL — as in both nieces (yep, the one from Texas flew out as a surprise … Continue reading →

Originally posted on virtualnws8.ca:
Gratitude fills my heart when I see pictures or read something that reminds me of friends/family, past and present who have shared time/memories in my life. As time moves along, and some memories fade ……

Monday, January 16, 2022 — Yesterday was one busy day–I actually slept in until 11:00 a.m. and then the phone rang and it was our realtor, saying she had two showings that day and I needed to get myself up … Continue reading →

Friday, January 13, 2023 — We’re on a final countdown, starting today. The kids will be here next Friday with trucks and bodies to pack us up and get us down to our new home in Santee. I am so … Continue reading →

Sunday, January 8, 2023 — Up early to Mida-size my office. As I work my way through hundreds of files, I feel emotions welling up inside me. I call these moments ‘break through depression’, but this morning I realize they’re … Continue reading →

Thursday, January 5, 2023 — Another busy day scheduled for today. My hospice nurse should be here shortly and then my personal aide will be here to help. I discovered that I had called in early December to cancel Robert’s … Continue reading →

Tuesday, January 3, 2023 — What a day this has been. Good things: 1. Chaplain visited from Hospice, 2. Professional window washers were here and did their thing to the whole house, inside and out, 3. Housekeeper was here to … Continue reading →

Friday, December 30, 2022 — Great sighs of appreciation, we’ve found a new place to live and it’s gorgeous. It’s a one bedroom and although they’re building a memory care unit, it’s not complete yet so Robert will live with … Continue reading →

Thursday, December 29, 2022 — Such a day… Going through cupboards and drawers, pulling out memories and junk–I should spell that with a better flourish — JUNQUE! lol But I digress. I’ve lost count of the number of phone calls … Continue reading →

Tuesday, December 27, 2022 — Robert has an appointment with his primary dr. today. He needs a referral for a new Urologist or Nephrologist for his remaining kidney. He had been seeing the same urologist since his left kidney was … Continue reading →

Thursday, December 22, 2022 — Last post (hopefully), but I have to share that the husband of one of my online paper crafting groups passed away last night. He had dementia and in the summer he collapsed and they took … Continue reading →

Follow-up to post on 12/22/22 — For those who are interested, the following is my Letter to the Editor: The Bakersfield Californian3700 Pegasus DriveBakersfield, CA 93308(661) 395-7500 Copyright © 2022 The Bakersfield Californian. All rights reserved Dear Editor: I can’t … Continue reading →

Thursday, December 22, 2022 — WARNING — Political rant follows. I wrote another letter to the Editor of the Bakersfield Californian this afternoon. Taken from today’s edition, Page A6, I repeat: “…Ahead of the report’s release, the committee on Wednesday … Continue reading →

Thursday, December 22, 2022 — I know it’s been absolute ages since I’ve written here. It feels like forever, but probably has been less than 2 weeks. I’ve been caught up looking for an assisted living place back in our … Continue reading →

Monday, December 12, 2022 — It’s snowing right now … if you want to watch it in real time, go to Tehachapi Live Train Cam West Cable and check it out. Moderately heavy train traffic today, which is nice to … Continue reading →

Thursday, December 1, 2022 — We’re on the last go-round of 2022. It’s been quite a year here at Cable House.We’ve had ups and downs but have persevered. Tonight, I hit the end of my refrigerator rope and even though … Continue reading →

Monday, November 28, 2022 — A truly kick-back kind of day today. I am on a hot streak of feeling good — no shortness of breath, no oxygen, and no nebulizer treatments. I’ve been able to do what I want … Continue reading →

Friday, November 25, 2022 — At the end of yet another day. Just a bit tired tonight — emotional breaks take a lot out of you. I’m here to apologize for whining. Seriously — Change, it is a coming… I … Continue reading →

Wednesday, November 23, 2022 — Van Morrison says it so well… “Momma told me there’d be days like this.” Most of today was spent without my oxygen, but it also included a melt-down of emotions, which wasn’t pleasant. I won’t … Continue reading →

Tuesday, November 15, 2022 — Life can be incredibly strange at times. For whatever reason, I’ve never pursued retrieving voice mail messages from my cell phone — until last night, when I was absent-mindedly going through areas on my phone … Continue reading →

Monday, November 14, 2022 — Another week lays before me. I have my coaster gifts completed and now need to find a way to get them delivered. Shouldn’t be too difficult, I wouldn’t think I’ve made more than 20 coasters, … Continue reading →

Saturday, November 12, 2022 — Another day started quite well–earlier, but still quite well. Slept very good last night, for all of the 2.5 hrs. LOL But I think I have a routine now and that’s definitely a good thing. … Continue reading →

Friday, November 11, 2022 — Happy Veteran’s Day! Celebrating those who serve us and keep us free should be celebrated every day of the year because they protect us every day of the year. My sincere blessings to those who … Continue reading →

Thursday, November 10, 2022 — Another day; another morning of getting my breathing going again. Mornings are the only rough time of day for me. But there’s always a Hospice nurse to talk to, to encourage me and help keep … Continue reading →

Wednesday, November 9, 2022 — This is the view from my window this morning. Isn’t it gorgeous? Had to share… Will hopefully be a good day today–housekeeper is here now and Hospice nurse will be here shortly. Able to breathe … Continue reading →