Monthly Archives: October 2013

Follow-Up

Today was Jerry’s follow-up appointment with the surgeon who operated on his eyelid October 7.  It took us longer to drive over then it took the surgeon to look at it and say, “Oh yes, it looks good.” Don’t be … Continue reading

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My BeepEgg* Delft

When our Dutch friends came to visit us in August they brought gifts to us. What a wonderful, fun tradition. They brought candy, of course! There is no more delicious chocolate candy then from The Netherlands! In this picture is … Continue reading

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What A Guy

Since I’ve taken on blowing the leaves I’ve still had to keep up with everything else in the house. Yes, I’m a house wife…a home maker…a washer woman…a cook…a cleaning lady… For lunch, yesterday, we had warmed up leftovers. Okay…Jerry … Continue reading

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Autumn Leaf Blowing Days

The leaves are falling fast and furious. It’s autumn, my favorite season of the year. I’ve always loved raking leaves…but living in the woods we don’t rake…we blow! With Jerry recovering from surgery I’ve taken on the job for now. … Continue reading

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Jerry’s Surgery

On Monday, October 7, my husband, Jerry, underwent surgery to remove cancer from mainly the inside, but also on the outside of his lower left eye lid. Now it’s Friday and he’s feeling and looking better. This picture is from … Continue reading

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Duke, Heidi and Molly…etc

I love dogs. Most of you know I love dogs. Here are three of the best, now living: Duke, a Dalmation, lives in Colorado. Molly, a Yellow Labrador Retriever,  lives in South Carolina. Heidi, a Yellow Lab Husky, now lives … Continue reading

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Cancer Is Gone…Again

This morning my husband, Jerry, had surgery to remove cancer from his eyelid. His lower eyelid, of all places! Cancer isn’t new to Jerry. He’s a cancer survivor. He’s had prostate and colon cancer and numerous basal cell cancers on … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday, Betty

Happy Birthday, Betty! October 5 is the birthday of my sister-in-law, Betty. Not today. But I know she won’t see it anyway. She has no computer and isn’t even interested in them. She turned 85 yesterday. Betty is exactly 10 … Continue reading

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Ninety-nine and… Part III

Living new lives as born-again Christians brought both joy and sorrow to Corina and Glen. The peace and joy they felt with each other and with God was so wonderful. But, was it worth all the turmoil it caused in … Continue reading

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Living Out My Dream

I have a granddaughter who is actually living out my dream. From the time I can remember I’ve wanted a horse to ride, a horse to take care of, a horse to call mine. I’m too old now…but one of … Continue reading

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