I'm a bit tired this morning and have not had coffee yet so we'll see how much blabbering I do today. Yesterday, I turned 60! Imagine that! I honestly can't believe I'm 60. I remember when I was young and thinking 60 was so old and far away. I also remember when I was young and dumb; and wondering if I would make it to 60. Of course, it seems like the years have flown by and suddenly I'm here.
I just walked Lady, had a little breakfast and a sip of coffee....now let's see what thoughts come flying out of my head...LOL!
My BFF Patti just left to drive back to VA. We had a good week and as usual she provided so much help and support. Even on her way out, she took all the trash/recyclables to the dumpsters so I would not have to carry some at each walk. We did not get to go out as much as previous visits, but she provided me some time to go visit with a few people at the nursing home and enjoy my favorite coffee. Of course, that also means she learned how little I sleep and the petty crap I'm involved with in the neighborhood.
I had a great birthday yesterday. Lunch with my dear friend Donna and BFF Patti while the aide was here with my mom. Last night went to dinner with my sister Marion and BFF Patti and ordered some different items to try. It was fun and the food delicious although the restaurant is a bit loud. My sister had reservations for us to attend a spirit medium show nearby. I was surprised that my sister wanted to go as I'm usually the one involved with spirits and such. We saw Sandy Alemian and I really liked her energy and the way she explained everything beforehand about spirits and how she works. She used several opportunities to teach as she worked the room. Some amazing healing came through. I think there were about 30 people in the room and there was a lot of energy flowing. I carried a few stones with me to maintain some balance. I am always amazed at what happens at these sessions and usually I try to just observe. I know what I put out there last night to happen and it did. Near the end of the night, she came to us. She read my mom's spirit (yes you can read people that are still here in body). She explained how my mother is transitioning slowly and actually detailed some of what I experience daily with my mom. My dad's spirit came in and I was so glad as I speak with him and feel him fairly regularly. I wanted him there for my sister. I felt so at peace that he was there. I'm hoping that his words brought comfort to my sister.
We did finish the evening on some sad news. There was a horrific car accident late in the afternoon and four teenagers passed and a fifth is in a Boston hospital. They were my youngest nephew's classmates and he is devastated. The weather was not good yesterday afternoon and they believe it was speed. Of course, the investigation is ongoing. No matter the results of an investigation, you can not bring back these precious soles. My heart goes out to the families. I believe the school system will have counselors on site Monday for school.
I am in awe of the volcano in Hawaii. The contrast between the beauty of the eruption and the devastation of the lava ash. The pictures I see on the news just are unbelievable. I am always amazed at the people willing to be close and report the news. I am not sure I could be that close to anything that I know might turn and kill me. It's like storm chasers who go after tornadoes...no thanks I've been close enough without trying. I head the other way.
I will not get into a gun debate here, but I just want to acknowledge how my heart aches with each mass killing, especially when they are in the schools. I know change is coming and there will always be arguments on both sides of the issues and not everyone will be happy.
To change to a lighter subject. I think Lady has an allergy. Not sure to what, but she has been scratching/gnawing at one or two spots for almost a week. She has that kinky curly hair so it's hard to get it all out of the way to check, but I try several times a day to be sure there are no ticks/bites/etc. I have tried cortisone spray and cream and even alcohol rubs to take any possible sting out. I even started her on 1/2 portion allergy pills. Nothing seems to work so I guess it's time for a visit to the vet this week.
I am going to leave it here for today. Not sure if I made sense even after coffee...I'm tired today. Time to get mom's day started - she may have gone to bed late last night, but she still did not sleep. Did you hear Laurel or Yanny this past week...LOL!!???? I hope you have a good week where you are. Take care. Chat soon. Marie
“Be patient with yourself. Self-growth is tender; it’s holy ground. There’s no greater investment.” --Stephen Covey
“Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle.” --Christian D. Larson
“The best way to get rid of the pain is to feel the pain. And when you feel the pain and go beyond it, you’ll see there’s a very intense love that is wanting to awaken itself.” --Deepak Chopra