Friday, October 14, 2022

Ohhhhhh Is Anyone There???

 Hi there everyone. Thought I would drop a line or two. Yes, I am still alive and kicking. As you can see by the dates on the pictures below, they are 5 years old, but they are Fall pictures, so I am using them today.

I have not been much into a blog mood, only because not much is happening in my life. Since JP's death, (1 year, 2-1/2 months) everyday just seems to blend into another. I have tried to get a lot done around the house, but sometimes I just find myself sleeping. I get plenty done in my mind, but my body does not cooperate.

Next month, 11/21 I will be 76 years old. WHERE did that time go to?? Never thought I would make it to this age.

Well, to update you all. I had my garage sale and made about $140.00 which did help in paying some bills. The sale was back in June. I thought I would have another one in July, August and possibly in September. But I decided not to. June was enough for me. I am still in the process of cleaning the garage and ridding myself of all the old garage sale stuff that did not sell. I gave "Good Will" 6 banana boxes of stuff already with 2-3 more boxes to go. 
I have decided I am NOT going to sell and move out of this house. And would like to stay here for as long as I can. To down-size, pack and move just sounds like too much stress and a hassle at this time in my life. I am not under pressure now, as I was even 6 months ago as I have made plans with the City to begin paying my property tax which will now keep me from foreclosure in two years. 

I have had a few other financial situations cleared up, so my future looks a little brighter, that's if this country does not go down the tubes with inflation, high gas and food prices and every other crisis that comes up. 

It has been hard to keep my nose above water these last couple of years what with the Pandemic, JP's sickness and death, trying to make ends meet has been a challenge. But God is Good, and He takes care of His own.

I had a really good garden this year with tomatoes, cucumbers, beans, onions, dill and basil. I am in the midst of drying the dill and basil. I think the beans are done as it was my second planting. I brought in my green tomatoes, and they are ripening in a dish pan. 

My card making has been at a minimum lately, have lots of ideas, but seem to find other things to do. Cooking for myself is not fun. When JP was alive, I cooked much more, always trying something new and different. Now I just cook what is easy, fast or not so healthy. Hamburgers, hot dogs, salad, fries, steak, beans, broccoli, and corn. Chicken when I can and porkchops anything that can be made in the Air Fryer or microwave. My Air Fryer is my new friend.

My car has a gas line leak, so it has been sitting in the driveway this week. Monday, I have to take it to the service station, hopefully there is enough gas to get it there and has not all leaked out. Then the guy won't be able to work on it till the 20th, maybe sooner. Hopefully the bill will be affordable.

Well, I guess that is all for now, this was going to be a short blog, but I guess I am just too wordy. You all have a great rest of the month...I am sure it will go fast. The days are flying by, enjoy them while you have them. Keep looking up!!! Better days are a comin'. Louise

4 comments:

NanaDiana said...

I am here, Louise. I am sorry it has been such a hard time for you this last couple of years. I know you must be lonesome and, you are right, it is harder to cook for just one person. I think when major things happen in one's life it makes it hard to get motivated to do things you always enjoyed doing.

I am glad you are in the position to be able to stay in your house. Hugs- Diana

cards4ubylouise and other treasures said...

Hi Diana...thanks for stopping by. Glad to know you are here, sometimes I think I am in the back 40 and no one know I am there. I guess I can count my blessings, being an only child with no brothers or sisters, I am happy being by myself. For sure motivation to do things has been hard for me, I end up saying, "tomorrow, I will do it" sadly, tomorrow never comes cause it is always pushed off for another day. JP is not here, so why do it?? Well, thanks again for stopping by, I have tried to comment on your blog but can't seem to get through for some reason, so I stopped, sorry bout that.

Diane ~ said...

Hi Louise, I have been trying to reach you & hope this will do it. :) A little something for your birthday is on its way, but I realized when it does arrive, it won't say "Happy Birthday, Love Diane". So Suprise dear friend I hope you have a lovely day! Snail mail coming soon :D

cards4ubylouise and other treasures said...

Hi Diane, thank you for the gift. The tag said ordered by Diane R. with a Birthday Cupcake Tin. I have not been on Blogger for a while, kinda way behind the 8 ball, not much to communicate since JP's death. I am not as social as I used to be without him. Yes, your gift was a lovely surprise, one of these days I will sit down and do a Christmas card to you.

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