I had a fairly quiet week. Last Sunday I made a big pot of chili for company on Monday and watched football. I cooked a few simpler meals through the week. I can honestly say I don't eat out as much as I have in the past, but I love it when I do. Been doing a little trip planning, we'll see what this year brings.
The good news of the week is I saw the oncologist and she says I'm doing great. My head scar is completely healed (still feels weird). My joint issues and itchiness are still on track for side effects of immunotherapy. She indicated it could take up to a year for me to see most of the effects go away. That made me feel a little better. She has moved me to followups every six months and indicated most of the other doctors will probably do the same. I have a telemed with my rheumatologist this week to discuss whats happening and perhaps new meds. Time to come off of prednisone for something else. I did take a couple of naps during the week and they are getting a bit shorter which I think is a good thing.
Let's switch topics...LOL! I know I am older and getting more crotchety as I look at women and think...why do you want to dress and look like a hooker? I grew up to be a prude and dress appropriately for the occasion whether it be work or play. I know people can dress as they please, but still...I watch a lot of TV and when I see these young women with everything hanging out I just get disgusted. They are not in a club or on a corner. I worked near the Combat Zone when I lived in Boston so I saw lots day and night. I know dressing this way is attention getting, but I truly believe it takes away from being taken seriously - as I said I'm old. Yes perhaps it makes me artificial in some way, but first impressions are first impressions. Ok...that's my venting for today!
I, for one, appreciated the hoopla about Elmo and his posting checking in with people. I think many were surprised at the responses he received and how many. I don't follow Elmo, but so hope in posting it helped many. I have mentioned checking in with those in my circle and sometimes I let too much time go by before just sending a quick message. I need to work a bit better at this.
This past week I read the following: "RANDOM IN DEATH" - J.D. Robb - latest book in the death series. "INHERITANCE (THE BRIDE TRILOGY)"- Nora Roberts - book 1 of a new series. "NOT THAT FANCY" - Reba McEntire - stories and recipes. "DOGTRIPPING: 25 Rescues, 11 Volunteers, and 3 RVs" - David Rosenfelt - wonderful storytelling with humor of moving cross country. As you can see my tastes varied through the week, but it was a great week for reading...so many books still in my pile.
The daily and wacky holidays for the week...provides something lighthearted to think about (there are always more things about each day that are not listed here, but it's so interesting to google "whats important about ...) :
February 4
Create a Vacuum Day
National Homemade Soup Day
Stuffed Mushroom Day
Thank a Mailman Day
February 5
National Shower with a Friend Day
National Weatherman’s Day
February 6
International Frozen Yogurt Day
Lame Duck Day
National Chopsticks Day
Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony – not until 2026
February 7
Send a Card to a Friend Day – Obviously, this day was created by a card company.
Wave All Your Fingers at Your Neighbor Day
February 8
Boy Scout Day – This holiday celebrates the birthday of scouting.
Kite Flying Day – Who flies a kite in the middle of winter!?!
February 9
National Pizza Day
Toothache Day
A Big Happy Birthday to my friend Donna! She joins the rest of us with Medicare today...LOL! I can't believe we've been in each other's lives since 1972! Enjoy your day! I hope to see you in April.
I'm leaving it here for today. I think I've bored you enough for one day. I hope you have a great week. Take care. Chat soon. Marie
“If January is the month of change, February is the month of lasting change. January is for dreamers… February is for doers.” – Marc Parent
“In the coldest February, as in every other month in every other year, the best thing to hold on to in this world is each other.” – Linda Ellerbee