Give it a Couple of Weeks

...and things could change. Ken's emotional crisis seems to have passed, or at least lessened to some degree. He managed to get a square foot of garden space weeded so he could plant the tomato and pepper plants he bought a month ago. If it wasn't too late in the season I'd ask him to weed another square foot so I could plant some green beans. But I'm afraid that we'll have frost before they mature.

We went to see the fireworks on July 4. Most years we don't go because of Ken's PTSD issues (loud noises, crowds, smell of powder, etc.), but he agreed to go with me this year. After the challenges of getting there and back, however, I doubt we'll be going next year. We drove around and around in circles looking for a place to park. Finally ended up in the Nautica parking lot - cost: $10. Found what appeared to be the last space in the lot, but in time for the show, which was great! Trying to get out of the lot was a nightmare. We sat in traffic that didn't move more than a foot or two; what should have taken us 15 minutes to get home, took 1 1/2 hours instead. As I said, we won't be going next year.

Last Monday (July 7), I had surgery on my left thumb to treat my "trigger finger." I've had the dressing on all week, and am very glad I am going to see the surgeon today to get it off! I know Ken will be glad if I get rid of it too - I won't be able to use it as an excuse not to do the dishes anymore!

Halfway through the summer is not the time to remember the list of summer concerts I wanted to see. I've already missed Chicago, Kenny Rogers, Carolina Chocolate Drops, Judy Collins, Loretta Lynn, Jimmy Buffet, and Journey w/ the Steve Miller Band. Of course, I can't afford to go to all these shows, but knowing I missed them because I wasn't paying attention stinks. Then again, I did find one today that I would love to see, and I think Ken would like it too. Crosby, Stills and Nash. I could get tickets for Ken's birthday, but I really can't afford $200. Which leaves James Taylor (already saw him), Arlo Guthrie (possibility), and Boston (doubt if I can afford them either).

 Now I'm caught up with my life. Till next time...

Nice Day! 4/11/10

What a pretty day! It’s a bit chilly, but an improvement over the cold days and freezing rain that we had a couple of days ago. Ken & I finally (!) got the compost tumbler finished. Now he just needs to learn how to use it. The daffodils have faded, but the tulips are blooming, and so is the forsythia. Even the lilacs are trying to bloom. The dogwoods and redbuds are putting on a show. I love spring!
I went to my doctor on Friday to see what could be done about the pain caused by my arthritis and sciatica. The appt was 4:30, and the nurse called me back at 4:45. Then I sat for an hour in an exam room, nothing to read, no window to look out. She finally came in at 5:45, spent 10 minutes with me, left, and came back with an attending doctor. The office closed at 5:00, and by the time I was through at 6:15, most of the staff was gone and Ken was getting concerned. An apology would have been nice!
On a brighter note, I finished my section for the Parkinson’s Quilt Project! For a first effort, I thought it turned out well. Glad to have it done and mailed off.
Till next time…