~cattleman cafe~ & another 24...

[abcowboy]

We had an outhouse Ginger, but only used it for serious business as well lol. I can still remember when we finally got running water and a bathroom in the old house, I was so happy that I wouldn't have to bath with my older brother in a big round galvanized tub that my mom would bring into the kitchen.

Good luck with the surgery Jude, hope all goes well.

A good mattress is so important for sleeping well Rava and helping to not wake up with extra aches and pains. Hopefully the topper works and you're not faced with having to buy a new set.

Waves to dill, Peachie, and Mulburry.

I've got everything I need to tackle the doors today, hopefully I can get one done today and the other one tomorrow. And on a good note, the Premier of our Province announced yesterday that we'll be staying on Daylight Savings Time permanently, no more changing clocks for us! Whoo-hoo!

[abcowboy]

Cross post dill lol, yes, they got the water and bathroom installed in the old house we were living in. The house was on the outskirts of town and there were no water or sewer lines out there yet. Once the city got those put in, all the houses on that block were able to make use of it. Enjoy the luncheon with Mr D today, Indo the same with Bubba lol.

[Peachie]

Evening Cafe.Jude good recovery from your surgery this morning. Thinking of you and sending good wishes.

Wow Cowboy I remember those old bathtubs. Ours used to come out on Sunday nights in front of an open coal fire. Was too cold to use the bathroom bath. I was always second to be bathed and the water had started to cool a little!! Brrr.

Dill, foreshore is at the front of the beach/shore. Lots of walking paths, playgrounds, restaurants and cafes. In England they are called Esplanades. They also have donkey rides on the beach, which, when I was little, one ran away with me on its back! Lol. Always up for an adventure but I think I was only 3yrs old!! Dear me. Yes, the visit away certainly lifted my spirits.

Ginger, the cat who kept coming to visit has frightened little Rosie so I chase it away now. Rose is no spring chicken so I don't want her upset.

Rava well done on your tea drinking sticking. That is no mean feat.Bravo.

Time for bed folks. Wishing you all the joys of spring coming. The rain here was minimal but the nights are definitely cooler. Dressing gown and slippers back out.

Night night
Xxx

[Ginger999]

Peachie, sweet dreams. Enjoy the cooler weather.

Jude, sending prayers for a successful surgery.

Rava, I'm glad the tea is working for you. Did you share the name of the tea with us? I might have missed it. Can you share again?

ABC, good luck with the garage doors. Although, you wont need it. You're a champ at this stuff!

Dill, enjoy your new mahjong things. I bet you and Mr D will enjoy it! Have fun at your volunteer luncheon.

Headed to see my g-grand babies. The youngest will be one tomorrow! Grateful for all of my peeps here and at home. I'll take another day of freedom!

[Jude58]

Hey cafe!

I've been dealing with an ingrown finger nail that got infected and was quite painful. I had the nail removed about a month ago, but the pain and swelling never went away. I went back to the doctor and he took an X-Ray of the finger and found that I have an infection in the bone. Yesterday I went in for a bone biopsy and culture of that finger. It's very painful this morning, which makes it hard to type so I will keep this short. They sent me home with a very strong pain killer but I'm trying not to use them too often as I know that there is the potential for addiction.

Hope that everyone has a great day!

Not today...

[Peachie]

Hi Cafe. Ouchie Jude. So sorry you're in pain. Hope it eases off soon. Hope you are on some strong antibiotics too..Rest up and let us know when the results come through.

Quiet day here and have slotted back in to my home life. Still having trouble with Zorro, I have named the black cat causing trouble. It just looks like a Zorro. My fault because I wasn't mean to it at first.

Anyhow not much to say today so will go have my dinner and say goodnight.

Night everyone.
Xxx

[dill]

Jude, I hope the healing is swift. It is amazing how much pain we can feel in our fingers. I remember when you mentioned the infection before. It's awful that it actually moved to your bone! Continued thoughts and prayers your way.

Peachie, thanks for the explanation about the term foreshore and esplanade. I suppose we have the same here but I've just never heard the terms. A term I am familiar with is 'boardwalk'. It isn't exactly the same, but it is very similar. As you can imagine, a boardwalk is more of a wooden structure. I'm glad you are having cooler weather. Hot weather is so oppressive!

Cowboy, I bet your mom was even happier than you to see that galvanized tub routine go!

Ginger I hope you enjoyed that visit with your grandbabies!

Hi Rava!

We had a great time at the luncheon yesterday. Today is organized around food as well as we will be meeting in the middle with Mr. D's brother and wife for lunch today. Its a pleasant one hour drive for each of us from our homes to the meeting point.

Not today.

[abcowboy]

5:22am in Alberta, I'll have another 24 please, and thanks...

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Today is going to be a darn good day not to drink!

[Rava]

Good morning Cafe. Jude, ouch. That sounds painful! I wish you fast healing and hope the pain subsides!!! Dill, I am glad the volunteer luncheon went well and hope you have fun today with your next luncheon! Ginger, the tea is called Tiesta tea. It’s kind of expensive so I am making decaf tea and mixing it with half crystal light lemonade. It’s actually good. Easier on the budget! Today is the eye doctor in which they dilate the eyes. We will look like two raccoons most of the day. Hope everyone has a wonderful and sober Wednesday!

[abcowboy]

That does sound painful Jude, hopefully they can get to the bottom of it and get the infection taken care of.

Sounds like a win/win situation for getting to see Mr D's brother and wife dill, meet in the middle and enjoy a lunch and visit. A great way to spend the day. I think mom was happier about the new bathroom than us boys were lol, and hot water right from the tap without have to hand pump it and boil.

I'm glad you mentioned the optometrist Rava, just reminded me that I'm overdue for an eye exam.

I don't think you could ever be mean to any animal Peachie, but I get what you're saying. He now figures he has a nice second home haha.

How was the day with the g-gkids Ginger? I'm guessing you got a bit played out trying to keep up with them haha.

Well, the door replacement didn't quite go as planned, took quite a bit longer than I thought trying to get it levelled and square so that it would roll up and down smoothly. But it's in and just have to connect the opener and then do the new weatherstripping. I'm thinking I'll take the old door out to the farm after I get that done, then start on Bubba's door tomorrow.

[Ginger999]

ABC, I bet it feels good to get that first door done. I'm sure Bubba's will go easier! ;-)

Jude, I know you already know this, but an infection in the bone?! That's scary. Did they test for MRSA? Did you mention you work around cats? Sending prayers that those antibiotics knock it out fast!

Rava, thanks for the name of the tea. I'll check it out on Amazon. Your new drink sounds yummy too!

Dill, enjoy your drive and lunch. I'm sure you will.

Peachie, Zorro better shape up! Cats are funny aren't they? One minute all is well then BOOM, cat conflict. Hope he stays away if he is going to be a turd to your old girl.

My visit was awesome. We played so hard that Madi finally asked to lay down for a nap. Lol The new baby turns one today! He's already as big as his sister who turns 3 in June! I got to spend "one on one" time with the oldest when the other two were napping. Blessed!

I'm riding with my sister to a dr appt 90 min away. It's poured rain all night and is supposed to rain until 2p today. It could make driving a little dicey!

I'll take another day of freedom!

[Jude58]

Good morning all!

Ginger, yes, a bone infection can be quite serious. I go back to see the doctor tomorrow to get the bandages off and see how the finger looks. Hopefully the biopsy and culture results will be back by then so that I can get on antibiotics and begin healing. The pain has eased up a little today so that's something. Can't wait to be able to use my right hand again.

Waves to all!

24 more for all of us please...

[Peachie]

Hiya Cafe. Jude, pleased the pain has eased a little. It's amazing what we use our hands for and you only realize when one is out of action..Good to see the doc so early after your surgery. Hope your lab results are in.

Ginger your day sounds lovely with the little ones. Lucky you.

AB well done with your door. Hope there was no swearing under your breath!! Lol

Rava you made me laugh re the raccoon eyes.

Dill you're having quite the social week. Hope your day went well.

Zorro came back today and got chased off. I feel sorry for him but Rosie is terrified of him now. You are so right about cats Ginger. One minute all lovey dovey then BANG they are wrestling like maniacs!!

Time for dinner and soapie.

Night everyone.
Xxx

[Rava]

Good morning Cafe. Cowboy, nothing goes as planned and your door proved that. Hopefully Bubbas door will be a breeze!! Ginger, so glad your visit with the g grands went well and safe travels today in the rain with your sister. Dill, I hope your lunch yesterday went well! Jude, hope that finger is better today. The fact that the pain is better probably means it’s starting to heal. When I was a young teen I had an infected big toenail on each foot. The doctor gave me needles between my toes and cut each toenail in half. It was awful but they were infected and actually hurt worse until the nail was removed. I wish you quick healing!!! I feel like I can relate somewhat to your pain. Taking Mr. R back to the doc today as his blood pressure is still not controlled. UGH this is such a process. Hope everyone has a wonderful and sober day!! 24 more please.

[abcowboy]

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