One Step at a Time - January 2019

[Lizann]

Re: One Step at a Time - January 2019

[MENTION=1214]Rusty[/MENTION], wow, it's documented when you break down at work? I wish I had your insight, wisdom. I also wish I had your ability to articulate my thoughts. Do you and mom always go to the same place for brunch? It's becoming more of a routine for us too, to take mom out on Sunday's. Sometimes she just wants to go home and other times she'll join us. Whatever she wants. She seems to be doing better. [MENTION=2634]bird[/MENTION], I couldn't do south Florida either! The humidity! Sounds like the birthday bash was a success. Nice that the guys get along.
Hubby and I are trying to lose some of that holiday weight. I'm making cabbage soup today. Last week I made kale and broccoli soup. Once we got past how it looked, it was really quite good! I did lose a little. I just need to leave the chocolate and snacks alone!
Mary Poppins was enjoyable!

[Rusty]

Re: One Step at a Time - January 2019

@Rusty, wow, it's documented when you break down at work? I wish I had your insight, wisdom. I also wish I had your ability to articulate my thoughts.

Awww thanks for your kind words, Liz. Wisdom because of MANY mistakes I made...really. I was terminated a few times when I was in my 20s and early 30s. I was very insecure, had no self-confidence and I was told I was too sensitive to criticism. Well, it was true! All I could do was learn from it and try to help other people. I do volunteer my time and mentor young people getting started in this career. It's very rewarding. Yup, I was always anxious because I never knew how long I would last in a job. Good thing I own my own business now....Hahahahahahaha!!! Liz, to clarify...whenever you break down at work, it may not be FORMALLY documented in your personnel file every time, but someone does take note of it and you would be surprised how that comes back to bite you. Yes, my mom and I do go to the restaurant in the retirement community that is part of her facility. It's lovely...what tablecloths, linens, and a beautiful view of the river. It's also quiet and restaurants are wayyyy too noisy for her. So glad your mom is doing better. I wish we could go to different places for lunch...I'm kind of tired of the restaurant...but it's buffet style and it's quick. Ugh...I'm trying to lose holiday weight, too. SIGH.
[MENTION=9757]NoraC[/MENTION]-cookies have their place. Good for you for eating cookies instead of drinking. What kind of cookies did you get? No, I am not obsessed with food...I just think about it all the time. Hahah!! I forgot to ask If hospice will be coming in for your mom? I wish you had more help. I bet Savannah looks adorable with pierced ears. Oh I would just be spoiling that child all day..she is so cute!

[techie]

Re: One Step at a Time - January 2019

Hello you amazing Steppers. Thinking of you all. I have been extremely busy building another business, kicking cancers ass, and enjoying life. I have set some powerful intentions for 2019. I have also committed to posting more and engaging with you. I miss you, Nora, Liz, Rusty, Bird, Cowboy, NS, SKendall, Pauly., and all others that post here from time to time, like Nurse Jones. XOXO

[NoraC]

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Hi everyone. [MENTION=11089]techie[/MENTION] - great to see you. Will look forward to more posts from you.

Bird - so glad that the party was so nice.

Rusty - glad that you had a quiet weekend Of course you didn't hurt my feelings. I agree that they will be glad when I finally leave.

Liz - I agree with what you were telling Rusty about wishing you had her ability to articulate your thoughts. I have so many thoughts that I wish I could express.
Glad you enjoyed Mary Poppins. And Bird is right - I'm hoping to see it soon even though it's not the REAL Mary Poppins. Ha, ha

[NoraC]

Re: One Step at a Time - January 2019

Happy Monday :welldone:

[NoraC]

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Everyone must be busy. Hope you had a wonderful day. We've been having rain so it was a little dreary outside.

[Rusty]

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Hi Everyone, I spent most the day on the phone, trying to find a new oral surgeon and dentist. I am so fortunate: my friends parents know
a retired dentist who spent about three hours this morning calling around to his former contacts, trying to set up appointments for me. I got one. I am so lucky. Hopefully I will only be spending $5,000 instead of $8,000.00. :-)

Hello to all of you and I will see you tomorrow :-)

[Lizann]

Re: One Step at a Time - January 2019

Rusty, I cannot believe how expensive your dental work is! That's outrageous. I don't know if I mentioned it, but just yesterday I was reading the Sunday paper and happened upon the obituaries. I quickly ran down the list to see if I recognized any names and OMG, our dentist who retired last March died. He was only 67! Hubby and he shared an office building starting back in the 80's . We were friendly with them and he would extend professional courtesy to us for all those years. Total shock. We knew he had heart problems. I know how hard it is to find a good dentist!
Nora, my computer was acting up earlier so although I wasn't too busy, I couldn't post. [MENTION=11089]techie[/MENTION], so good to hear from you and I look forward to you posting more frequently. What have you been up to?
BIrd, how was the weather by you today. It was so cold here!
I worked all day. We had a drug rep bring us lunch today! This losing weight is an uphill battle!
I'm going to read a bit before bed. Hope you all had a great AF Monday!

[bird]

Re: One Step at a Time - January 2019

Hi all,
Not much happening. Today is dd1s bday. Since we had the party Saturday we won't be doing anything. I am going out somewhere today and walk. Need to hit the library too. Think I will make a pot of soup. Had my counselor yest, she is still pushing for the phone calls. Was concerned that the online stuff isn't as good as f2f but I disagreed with that, as I do feel close to my online friends, told her I had known many of you for a very long time and we share a lot of our lives. Some I have met in person and have on fb as well, that we talk everyday. She decided it was good and said she would not push for f2f. Anyway...Nora, what happened with hospice?.....Techie, it is good to hear from you and good luck with the business.....Liz, I need to do something about my weight. Glad MP was good. It is always shocking to read the obits and see people you know......Rusty, glad you found a cheaper surgeon. Good for you on the mentoring! Hope you aren't flying to where you are going. The lines look bad.....later

[paulywogg]

Re: One Step at a Time - January 2019

Hello friends,missing you all too much! Rusty,hope you get the deal for your teeth I wanted to get a couple of implants and just about crapped my pants when I seen the price! Bird,your daughters are lovely and I hope she had/has a great birthday Liz,little Logan is such a cutie so sad about your old dentist,thats way too young to pass on Nora,has hospice let you know yet? I do love you all and I was reading what Bird said that just cuz we're online friends doesn't really mean we're not REAL friends ya know? I've told you all my deepest darkest secrets,you all have held my hand when I've gone through tragedy,you've been with me through the births of Lou and Romeo so I think online friends are just fine! Wishing you all a fabulous AF Tuesday!

[Rusty]

Re: One Step at a Time - January 2019

Good Morning and Happy Tuesday, Friends!
[MENTION=2634]bird[/MENTION]-I am glad your counselor finally conceded and agreed that you do not need to talk on the phone. Finally, she got it!!! I am flying to Idaho Falls tomorrow. Thanks for the tip on the lines. I am checking into it right now. I hope dd1 has a great birthday!
[MENTION=19302]Lizann[/MENTION]-I am with you on the weight loss at our age. UGH! So sorry to hear about your dentist...he was so young!
[MENTION=9757]NoraC[/MENTION]-is hospice set to come in with any regular frequency now?
[MENTION=17650]paulywogg[/MENTION]:heartbeat:Pauly, so good to see you! LOVE the pics of Lou and Rome on FB. Rome has grown so much! He has such a kissable little face and Lou's a great big brother. Don't be a stranger, Pauly!!

Ok, friends, I am doing some work before I fly out tomorrow. Happy AF Tuesday to everyone!!

[Lizann]

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Logan is napping so I've got a minute! [MENTION=2634]bird[/MENTION], I so agree, we don't need to be f2f to be REAL friends, I consider you all real friends. We do talk daily and you guys know more about me than most. I've said it before, I really do love you guys and appreciate what we have here:hug: enjoy your walk today
RUsty, safe travels.
Nora, what happened with hospice?
Pauly, so good too see you! I have missed you too. ROmeo has gotten so big.
Gotta go Logan is hollering.

[bird]

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Hi all,
Paulie its good to see you! The boys are so cute.!.....safe travels Rusty.....Liz, I remember when dd1 used to holler hehe...I was thinking of the mwo peeps I have met which are tirgs, rubywillow, goodasgold and cowgal. Gonna watch tv a bit. The Indian mounds were closed today. Well they are always closed since the shutdown, but most of the time the gate is open and you can go walking. So I had to go somewhere else.

[NoraC]

Re: One Step at a Time - January 2019

Hello everyone. Before I forget - yes, hospice is continuing. The Doctor just said we will be continuing hospice. Mom has declined quite a bit in the last couple months. I don't know if things are going to progress faster now. Who knows anything about this disease. So, we are very grateful for the help.
[MENTION=17650]paulywogg[/MENTION] - so happy to see you :yay: I didn't know that Rome was walking. Now he can chase Lou all over the place.

Rusty - when is your appointment? I'm so bummed with all my teeth issues. I got old and me teeth got bad. Let this be a lesson to all you youngsters out there. Ha, ha.
Safe travels. :hug:

Bird - has there been any vandalism at the Indian Mounds? Did you hear about people cutting down trees in Joshua Tree? I do not understand people. I really don't. I think it is so cool that you walk like you do.

And I agree with all of you. You are my REAL friends. :heartbeat:

Sending out lots of waves and positive energy to everyone who cruises by here.

[NoraC]

Re: One Step at a Time - January 2019

I don't know if any of you follow Unpickled. But, I LOVED this blog post she made.

cravings still exist