Leaves of Fall

Fall . . . Leaves . . . Natures beauties......crispy windblown leaves....Aah!!! Fall!!!  Winter is coming slowly it seems...how can I tell????  It is the wind blown leaves.    There are not a lot of trees here in our neighborhood so I cannot brag about walking through the leaves of Fall....but, I do walk up to the corner and back, stop by the parking area where the trees are plentiful and get to walk through a few of the wind blown leaves of Fall.....aah....life is good.

I am on the second cup of hot coffee;   I had a scrap of something sweet and am already sorry;  looks better than it tastes, if only I would remember that before I took the first bite...yuck......live and learn....four thirty is much to early to have breakfast..smile...well, some folks sleep in an then their are the 'us' of the crowd.
A quiet day planned.   I have a puzzle on the table coming along very slowly;  I have more of the book to read ...later.....;    Right now I am concentrating on saying good morning to you and wish you a beautiful day, all day.....as for me, I am going back to bed....four thirty , five a.m., um......and the clock did not stop....nor did it forge ahead...it is still 'night' time.....off for a snooze....I'll be back.  Hugs to all.

A New Day!

Falling leaves, winter is coming and the days grow shorter;  a new season;  a new reason to get up and get going;  time to live a little;  time to finish up those beginning chores that you set for yourself;  the season changes , shorter days, longer nights...um......sounds good to me.

one is never to busy to stop and offer up thanksgiving for the wonders we receive each and every day.....life for one....health for another....someone to have and to hold...um.....how lucky we are.

Helping hands.....what did you think you had them for????  Get busy!!

I finished my first cup so off I go for a refill....I'll be right back!!

Coffee.....aah.......oh so good, hot and just what is needed to wake up and start a new day.  I have not opened the blinds, it is probably a little after five a.m., but I will.....when I get through sipping my hot coffee and open the other eye!!

There is nothing, I can think of, that is better than a hot cup of coffee to sip and help one wake up. The computer is on, the e mails read and friends have dropped in by mail to tell a little of their story of the week.  Some are content, some not, some healthy, some not;   some want the world with a fence around it, a the old timers would say, and others are just content....life goes on, each has their own tale to tell.   I'm listening.  I'm smiling as everyone I know and love and like are busy making 'hay while the sun shines'  and busy....the key word in making your world go around.

Today is Monday, all day, the start of a new week.   Yesterday, Sunday, was a gallery day, a visit to watch the judging of the new show that was, and is, fantastic.  Our local artists proved once again how talented they really are.   The pictures created are truly wonderful;  each a masterpiece in its own right.   Such talented artists who are more than willing to share their talents while making it look easy;   try painting a pictures and see what it does take the stand back and admire your masterpiece.  Come to think of it, you may be a lot more talented than you think......today, create a masterpiece of your own...fun and productive, a good way to be at the start of your new week.

How are you going to use all you seconds this week?    Think about that and make a plan or two;  a back up one at least..smile!!   Be sure you include a lot of loving in your week;  some folks need a little more than others.  You have more than enough to share so get busy and be as magnificent as one of the paintings and show those you are closest to just how much you really do love them.   You have your work cut out for you today;   get busy;   go...be YOU and share.  Hugs to all.

Sunday All Day!!!

Good morning.   Only one eye open, working on the other, have coffee in hand...aah, it should wake me up.   We are off today for a fun day and I have already had one of the ladies knock on my door to say she is not going...wonder why she didn't wake up the leader of our fun day out today....going for a ride to a casino today and play our pennies and have lunch out, don't know if there is a buffet or not but we are about to have a fun day and find out.

I had my first FALL card from a friend today;  a lovely young lady I have known for many years, and, one I not only admire but love.    Alanda, isn't that a lovely name for a lovely lady.   Her dad and I were best buddies for years, so she got to spend some fun times as we found places to go and things to do to keep ourselves sane and happy.    I am sure she misses her dad, I know I do as we were 'neighbor buddies' and if you do not have one, I suggest you get busy and make one as your life will be filled with a little extra love and laughter.

One of our ladies just knocked on my door to say she is not joining us this morning.   She has had a change of heart and the casino is not one of her favorite places to go.  There are some of us that like to play the machines.  I like to play the Keno machine and play with numbers in hopes that one time I will get the right combination and 'win a big one';   what is that old adage???? A fool and his money are soon parted......

So I am off to have my first cup of coffee, wake up, wait for my ride and off I go for a time out with the ladies and some fun in the sun.....wish me luck.....a hamburger out if I win ...left overs if I do not....smile!!!!

Have yourself a wonderful beautiful healthy and happy day, . . . all day!!  Hugs to all.

Age!!

and today is the beginning of a beautiful Fall day. . . a day to be out and about, or, if that doesn't register on your calendar, maybe a calm day to rest and relax and catch up on some of your reading....or...maybe invite some friends in this afternoon and have a gab feast or something sweet and special , just plan a day that will keep you healthy and happy.    "That's what friends are for."  . . . smile.

It is dark out in the parking area, so dark I cannot see any of the parked cars.  I do see the light and television of one of the rooms across the macadam showing the television is on and the owner is sitting in an easy chair enjoying the early morning news.  My television is not on , first things first...computer, and a good morning to friends.  

I was at the Gallery last evening helping to complete a few paper chores that I can do for the girls.   I do have office experience...smile.....and it never leaves the brain.  The hands may be slower but still move so there is no excuse not to be of help, besides, I enjoy it.  I spent some time folding the news letter and getting it ready to mail out.   I don't know how many, maybe a hundred or so, but an easy task and it does help the ladies keep up with the members.....and it keeps me out of mischief.    It was open house and a new show.  The art work is really worth a trip to the gallery so if you are close bye be sure you save some time to stop in and peruse.    I have said it before, and will probably say it again, we do have some very talented artists in this town.    It is good to see the families come;  the children are well behaved and really seem to enjoy looking at all the art work.   I wonder how many will be influenced into becoming artists in their own right.   I bet a few.   So...as the old adage goes...."a good time was had by all."

A weekend here already....hopefully a ride out.  I will be happy to treat the ladies to lunch out;  they may read the blog and come up with a likely suggestion ...one can hope...ha.ha....hint, hint, hint.....so I am off to get a refill for my morning coffee and wake up the brain.  I have a tendency to move slowly in the mornings as I really do not have any special plans for the day.    Whatever comes, comes, and I will make the best of it.  A dropped hint now and then does get results...smile.

So be a good friend today and enjoy the company of someone you love or even like....be a friend today....be a harbinger of light and love....make your world a lovely place to be in and share YOU with those you like and love.    Plan lunch out, maybe a ride to your favorite far away restaurant and enjoy a Fall day, falling leaves, misty and a bit of sunshine thrown in....a day to build memories, go....have fun and enjoy today!!  Hugs to all.

Sky!!

This picture is the closest I could find to what I can see out of my window;  ignore the street and I am looking at pink clouds, a parking lot filled with parked cars, no lights on in the hospital wing and a few workers ambling by.   A new day....hopefully a sunshine day with a little warmth and a chance to walk out and see how the other half lives.    I hope to go for a walk later, check on the falling leaves and pine cones and give the feet and legs some exercise.   At this age you cannot win...either you don't feel like walking out or sitting gets to much and you have to get up and motivate..smile.....one of those damned if you do and damned if you don't situations...we all have them in the course of a day....what to do with those feelings is something else again...ignore them, grab a good book and sit down..smile!!

A fellow on his motorcycle is shining his light into the windows of the hospital wing, must be going to visit and is announcing his arrival. Sure makes a lot of noise for so early in the morning, bet he gets a talking to when he gets inside...

So we have a new day....doesn't that make you sit up and take notice???  It should and you must make up your mind what you want to do and do it....I need a walk around the grocery store as the larder is getting very low....there is nothing 'good' in this house....ha,ha, the proverbial cry of those looking for something sweet.   Vinnie and Lois came to visit yesterday and Vinnie brought some grapes which are huge and very tasty.    We had a great visit, a lot of laughs and it was almost dinner time before we realized the afternoon had disappeared.  That's what it takes...good company, lots of laughter and a hug or two.    Friends......a lovely word,   a great concept on what is good for the mind and the soul.  

A first....a white American Service Medicare bus type automobile is parked across at the hospital wing...haven't seen it before....looks new , all white with blue lettering and a box type roof.   Wonder what services are offered...if any.  so much we don't know....hopefully I'll stay healthy and not have to find out.  

So, that is all of the news of today.  I have to turn on the TV and find out what has transpired in the night.   Hopefully there will be a good word or two, it does get a bit hairy hearing all the bad news all of the time...somewhere, someone must be doing something worthwhile ..something good and bright and beautiful for a change....life is meant to live, to share, to care and to be all you can be....this hunkering in the mud should change;  think it is called attitude....so work on your attitude today...See what you can do to make someone you love shine ...you can do it...so be a harbinger of love today....it takes a little swing in the step, a smile in the eyes, arms that open and close with a hug.....um....hugs...what a nice word...better feeling though...so ...get busy and hug a lot today...make your world a bright and beautiful place today....go...be YOU.  Hugs to all.

Reflections

Good Morning.  It must be all of five a.m., maybe not even that, but I am awake sitting here at the computer wondering what words will meet and greet you for the new day.  At this moment it is pitch black out there in the courtyard, not a creature stirring, no lights on in the hospital wing and my curtains are up and I am looking at blackness, can't see anything as the little yard light doesn't throw much light and who in their right mind would be up and out at this time of the morning....around five a.m. I think. ... Haven't looked at the clock, don't want to be awakened yet so if I don't look at time it wont catch up with me...smile.

A new day, wonder what is in store for each one of us.    Hopefully something good;  something fun;  something that makes our world a happy place, or at least leads us in that direction.    If we start with a good thought, a good deed or two, life will treat us right;  be grumpy, growl, scowl and you will get just what you deserve....so put on a happy face and get going..there is much to be done today.  Visit the sick;   share a cup of tea or coffee and stop at the bakery and bring something tasty along with you when you stop in to get a morning hug.  

So join me with a cup of good hot coffee, cocoa if you prefer but much too sweet for me....tea is good but I like my tea in the afternoon, three seems to be just right to stop and sip.  I had tea company yesterday, Ron stopped in and shared a few words.    Most of the folks here are from the country and have tales to tell about farm living.  I am city bred so it is always interesting to hear what they did as youngsters and now I know where some folks got their work efforts....on a farm you just don't sit..smile.    I love to hear the stories and it does them good to reminiscence.  

So today is a new day.  I have no idea what is in store for me, but I am about to find out.    I hope your day is a 'good' one and you do the things you love to do with the folks you love  and share your seconds with.   Make good use of your seconds and share YOU with those you love and like.    Be a good Samaritan and chalk up some points in the big book so when you get there the gate will open...as for me....um.....I am sure I will find some mischief to get into....now to find out who is interested in joining me....I'll go find out...meanwhile YOU have a great day, all day....be good, be kind, be gentle and share your love of living with those you love and like....if you are close by, stop in and I'll give you a hug and share a cup of tea with you...bring goodies, there is nothing good in this house.....smile.....well we ate it all yesterday....strange how sweet things just don't last!!  Have a 'good one' and share your seconds with those you love and like....I can always use a hug....smile.....hint, hint!!!!

Be good, be kind, be gentle....be YOU!!  Hugs to all.

October!!!

And the birds and bees want to partake of the holiday season...it starts with Halloween and we are about to head in that direction....food, fun and children dressed to scare you...ghosts and goblins...fun...smiles....all the dentists in town are smiling....somewhere there are October fests on going and there is dancing and music and laughter;  not a bad way to celebrate the beginning of Fall and the start of the holiday season.  It doesn't seem it is that time of year, but it is, and.....oh well, we join in the fun and make the best of things and start thinking about what we can do to help make the season beautiful and bright....treats....we all like treats....all kinds....sweet and or otherwise..smile.  Keep in mind that it is up to YOU to make the upcoming holidays special, so list time.  Time to listen to conversations about wishes....there is always a hint or two of what is needed if you listen closely.    And...it is never to early to start shopping;  sale time in many of the stores, a good time to shop for those expensive items that are marked down for a short time...go..get some things before the prices go up and up....but in the meantime take time to check the cupboards and see what you do or do not have and what is needed to make your holiday special;  just like YOU!!

It is not time to say you are not in the mood....get with it.....make your family and friends feel the special feelings of holidays....include some of the folks who have had 'things' happen this past year and need a reason to smile....be good, be kind, be generous with YOU.....make the world a better place for those who have little or nothing;  be generous to a fault....why not???  You like to share and we are coming into the time when YOU are needed more than ever for you are blessed with a good and loving heart.    Those months....October, November, December seem to hover and ready to spring into action whether we are ready or not...so get ready...."making a list, checking it twice..."  la, la,.....all I need now is money honey....smile.....and time to shop....go.....make your lists.....be good, be kind, be YOU.  Hugs to all.