Monday Memories

I think of Gram a lot more this time every year because this was her favorite time of the year: the MLB playoffs.  She loved the New York Yankees, especially Reggie Jackson.  If the Yankees weren't in the playoffs, she would still watch the games.  But if the Yankees were playing, things would be different around here.  She would make sure supper was cooked early if the game was on in the afternoon when she would normally be cooking.  Her designated chair at the dining room table had a clear view of the TV so she could watch while she ate.  She would be especially happy right now with her beloved Yankees in the playoffs. And I have no doubt that she would have loved Derek Jeter.  

Weekend Update

 I've been pretty busy this weekend at The Compound.  I've spent a lot of time working on my BSF lessons and the Big Craft Project.  

We had another beautiful fall day today - was a bit windy but sunny and in the low 70s.  And as of now, no rain in the forecast for at least another week.  Can't ask for much more than that. 

Flashback Friday

 I for sure do miss the Clark Bar.  I had no idea they were no longer available until a few months ago when the Old Man asked me to look for some at the grocery store.  They make Clark Cups - a cross between the Clark Bar and a Reese Cup, but they just aren't the same.  So I guess we will continue to enjoy Butterfingers.  

Thursday Updates

 It's been a busy few days for me here at The Compound.  On Tuesday, I went to church for the Women's Missionary Union monthly meeting.  Then I came home and worked on  Big Craft Project.  I also spent an hour outside fortifying a piece of the garage where a hole had been dug out by Hogzilla.  Yesterday was my weekly BSF (Bible Study Fellowship) meeting, and once again, I came home and worked on the Big Craft Project.  I am happy to say that we haven't seen Hogzilla in two days.  And the Big Craft Project is coming along well.  

On a down note, the Old Man didn't have a good day.  He was up for an hour or two last night with acid reflux.  So that made him tired and unfortunately cranky today.  He just now said he thinks he is catching a cold.  Where he got it, I have no idea - I mask up when I go to the store, and wash my hands a bizillion times a day, and have been careful not to give him a hug or kiss on the head.  I'm praying it's just him still being tired from not much sleep last night.

Stay tuned. 

Big Craft Project Update

 This weekend, the Old Man was feeling pretty good, and went out to the garage and scrounged up some more boards for me to use for the Big Craft Project.  I don't know what I was happier about - the fact that he found some more boards, or the fact that he went out there and back without using his walker.  

I did some more painting, and nailed hangers to the back of three boards before I ran out of patience and came back in to the house.  But overall, I am happy with the progress and the crafts so far.  It took me 60 years to get the confidence to be crafty.  I think Gram and my Sweet Mother are proud. 

Stay tuned. 

Sunny Sunday

 It sure was good to see the sun shining all day long today, after the big Hurricane Helene mess we had a week ago.  It was almost 90 today - a bit warm for October, but we will take it with the sunshine.  The weatherazzi is calling for sunshine and no rain here for the next week.  I sure hope they are right.

Stay tuned. 

Ohio Valley Weather Update

 After Helene moved out early last week, we have had nothing but great weather here.  And there is no rain, and nothing but sunshine in the forecast for the next week.  For that, we are all thankful. v