Saturday, August 30, 2008
Friday Five
Friday five follows:
Tell us about the worst job you ever had.
Happily, I have never had one I disliked. Have had run ins with some principals whose vision of child development is not mine, but the jobs were always good. The years at the bank were difficult since I don't as a rule, balance things. I just write 'adjusted balance in the checkbook and that suffices. Banks look with a jaundiced eye on this, so I had a lot of help here also. But good jobs. I also teach a Bible class and run a hysterical children's choir - both also jobs I love.
2. Tell us about the best job you ever had.
When I had my own private practice of Speech/Language Path. and could work with children the way I thought it should be done. Really miss that.
3. Tell us what you would do if you could do absolutely anything Read and pursue my fiber arts passion all the time.
4. Did you get a break from labor this summer?
I'm retired, so life is a break. Eat your heart out. You too will get there.
5. What will change regarding your work as summer morphs into fall? Are you anticipating or dreading?
Nothing changes but the amount of clothing I wear and whether I plant things or not. Anticipating for sure! I used to work daughter Nancy's stint at the shop in Mertzon, and that was a blast,but the store is closing, so that's out for now.
Bonus question: For the gals who are mothers, do you have an interesting story about labor and delivery (LOL)?
I do remember telling the doctor as I was preparing to deliver my first child ( after 20+ hours) that I had definitely changed my mind and was going home and we could do this another day. Each time the doctor promised me I would forget all of the labor and delivery. . By the last one, I was compelled to tell him I had forgotten nothing, but it was all worth it.
God is good, all the time.........
Posted by MJ at 7:13 PM
Tell us about the worst job you ever had.
Happily, I have never had one I disliked. Have had run ins with some principals whose vision of child development is not mine, but the jobs were always good. The years at the bank were difficult since I don't as a rule, balance things. I just write 'adjusted balance in the checkbook and that suffices. Banks look with a jaundiced eye on this, so I had a lot of help here also. But good jobs. I also teach a Bible class and run a hysterical children's choir - both also jobs I love.
2. Tell us about the best job you ever had.
When I had my own private practice of Speech/Language Path. and could work with children the way I thought it should be done. Really miss that.
3. Tell us what you would do if you could do absolutely anything Read and pursue my fiber arts passion all the time.
4. Did you get a break from labor this summer?
I'm retired, so life is a break. Eat your heart out. You too will get there.
5. What will change regarding your work as summer morphs into fall? Are you anticipating or dreading?
Nothing changes but the amount of clothing I wear and whether I plant things or not. Anticipating for sure! I used to work daughter Nancy's stint at the shop in Mertzon, and that was a blast,but the store is closing, so that's out for now.
Bonus question: For the gals who are mothers, do you have an interesting story about labor and delivery (LOL)?
I do remember telling the doctor as I was preparing to deliver my first child ( after 20+ hours) that I had definitely changed my mind and was going home and we could do this another day. Each time the doctor promised me I would forget all of the labor and delivery. . By the last one, I was compelled to tell him I had forgotten nothing, but it was all worth it.
God is good, all the time.........
Posted by MJ at 7:13 PM
At last!
The computer has been down for a long time now. With Mary Beth's help on the phone she figured out how to tell me what do do to make it work. Considering that I never touched a computer until I was 64 years old, and planned never to do so, I am not so bad. My last employer sweetly explained that I must 'computer' if I wanted to work there. So I am sort of self taught with a lot of help from family.
Let's see. George fell and broke his fibula (outside bone on leg), sprained his ankle, which is healing well. I still have trouble seeing with the Sjogren's disease at work and to cap it off, I splatted myself on the floor yesterday, bleeding all over the rug and myself. I am well bandaged now and happily nothing is broken. I really need to learn to slow down and not to multitask with 3 or 4 things at once. So, from now on, I will treat myself with more respect. I hope.
We have been inundated with love and food and transportation for whatever we need by both family and our wonderful church family. This is the most loving group of Christians with whom I have ever been affiliated. They don't wait to be asked, they just show up. We are receiving 'meals for the elderly' Yes, the term offends me, but the food doesn't. It is wonderful and a real help. San Angelo is a unique city.
Friday five follows:
Tell us about the worst job you ever had.
Happily, I have never had one I disliked. Have had run ins with some principals whose vision of child development is not mine, but the jobs were always good. The years at the bank were difficult since I don't as a rule, balance things. I just write 'adjusted balance in the checkbook and that suffices. Banks look with a jaundiced eye on this, so I had a lot of help here also. But good jobs. I also teach a Bible class and run a hysterical children's choir - both also jobs I love.
2. Tell us about the best job you ever had.
When I had my own private practice of Speech/Language Path. and could work with children the way I thought it should be done. Really miss that.
3. Tell us what you would do if you could do absolutely anything Read and pursue my fiber arts passion all the time.
4. Did you get a break from labor this summer?
I'm retired, so life is a break. Eat your heart out. You too will get there.
5. What will change regarding your work as summer morphs into fall? Are you anticipating or dreading?
Nothing changes but the amount of clothing I wear and whether I plant things or not.
Bonus question: For the gals who are mothers, do you have an interesting story about labor and delivery (LOL)?
I do remember telling the doctor as I was preparing to deliver my first child that I had definitely changed my mind and was going home and we could do this another day. Each time the doctor promised me I would forget all of the labor and delivery. . By the last one, I was compelled to tell him I had forgotten nothing, but it was all worth it.
God is good, all the time.........
Let's see. George fell and broke his fibula (outside bone on leg), sprained his ankle, which is healing well. I still have trouble seeing with the Sjogren's disease at work and to cap it off, I splatted myself on the floor yesterday, bleeding all over the rug and myself. I am well bandaged now and happily nothing is broken. I really need to learn to slow down and not to multitask with 3 or 4 things at once. So, from now on, I will treat myself with more respect. I hope.
We have been inundated with love and food and transportation for whatever we need by both family and our wonderful church family. This is the most loving group of Christians with whom I have ever been affiliated. They don't wait to be asked, they just show up. We are receiving 'meals for the elderly' Yes, the term offends me, but the food doesn't. It is wonderful and a real help. San Angelo is a unique city.
Friday five follows:
Tell us about the worst job you ever had.
Happily, I have never had one I disliked. Have had run ins with some principals whose vision of child development is not mine, but the jobs were always good. The years at the bank were difficult since I don't as a rule, balance things. I just write 'adjusted balance in the checkbook and that suffices. Banks look with a jaundiced eye on this, so I had a lot of help here also. But good jobs. I also teach a Bible class and run a hysterical children's choir - both also jobs I love.
2. Tell us about the best job you ever had.
When I had my own private practice of Speech/Language Path. and could work with children the way I thought it should be done. Really miss that.
3. Tell us what you would do if you could do absolutely anything Read and pursue my fiber arts passion all the time.
4. Did you get a break from labor this summer?
I'm retired, so life is a break. Eat your heart out. You too will get there.
5. What will change regarding your work as summer morphs into fall? Are you anticipating or dreading?
Nothing changes but the amount of clothing I wear and whether I plant things or not.
Bonus question: For the gals who are mothers, do you have an interesting story about labor and delivery (LOL)?
I do remember telling the doctor as I was preparing to deliver my first child that I had definitely changed my mind and was going home and we could do this another day. Each time the doctor promised me I would forget all of the labor and delivery. . By the last one, I was compelled to tell him I had forgotten nothing, but it was all worth it.
God is good, all the time.........
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Friday Five
1) Datebooks--how do you keep track of your appointments? Electronically? On paper? Month at a glance? Week at a glance?
Month at a glance and I am perpetually losing the thing and wondering what I am doing when.....
2) When was the last time you forgot an important date?
I have an unfortunate propensity for forgetting birthdays of those who are dearest to me. Apologies in advance. I manage to get some of them.
3) When was the last time you went OUT on a date?
Last anniversary - 44 years, I think.
4) Name one accessory or item of clothing you love even though it is dated.
A swishy, Loretta Young type skirt. The kind with which you make entrances. And the gypsy jewelry to go with it.
5) Dates--the fruit--can't live with 'em? Or can't live without 'em?
Dates are just ok. A few, or one at a time. Not for weight watchers.
Month at a glance and I am perpetually losing the thing and wondering what I am doing when.....
2) When was the last time you forgot an important date?
I have an unfortunate propensity for forgetting birthdays of those who are dearest to me. Apologies in advance. I manage to get some of them.
3) When was the last time you went OUT on a date?
Last anniversary - 44 years, I think.
4) Name one accessory or item of clothing you love even though it is dated.
A swishy, Loretta Young type skirt. The kind with which you make entrances. And the gypsy jewelry to go with it.
5) Dates--the fruit--can't live with 'em? Or can't live without 'em?
Dates are just ok. A few, or one at a time. Not for weight watchers.
Friday, August 22, 2008
oops,,,,,,,
Things are tough right now, but they are sure to get better!. Soon, I hope. My cataract removal in right eye is not behaving. I've been to other specialists who tell me it's ok, but it hurts, is swollen and red. In addition, DH who has been my rock, fell and sprained his ankle and broke his leg. He really has trouble getting around. We are blessed to have famly and friends who take us places and bring us food. My concern now is canceling all the things we have promised to do and finding subs. Y'all pray for us that thisis all short lived and that we can use this time of enforced rest wisely.
Monday, August 18, 2008
Rain!
It is raining again for the third day!. This is some kind of record for San Angelo. We all appreciate every drop of it. Many ranchers were strained to the breaking point trying to buy feed. The grass has greened up nicely and cattle, etc. are eating that. Fire danger is nil right now. Oh, it'll be back, but, for now what a blessed relief! God is good, always.
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Update
The cataract surgery is doing much better. I have had the right lens taken out of my glasses. Of course, this means I read with my left eye only, but, whatever. Three more weeks (or so) and we do this again. I'm not allowed to drive for about 6 weeks. I think Dad is alternately pleased to have the responsibility and irritated by it. I learned in church this morning, that I know the service well enough not to have to read, and that I can actually read at a distance pretty well with no glasses.
The things which seemed unbearable, have become bearable. I'm not looking forward to doing this the second time, except that it will
even me up'. As far as color, the old color is a deep rusty orange and the new color is a light yellow. That has to translate to other colors as well. I like the new ones better.
The things which seemed unbearable, have become bearable. I'm not looking forward to doing this the second time, except that it will
even me up'. As far as color, the old color is a deep rusty orange and the new color is a light yellow. That has to translate to other colors as well. I like the new ones better.
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