Bored and Boring is how Terry explained the day.
We both were busy in the morning: doing end of month things and checking student questions for me, for Terry getting ready to do taxes.
Terry did go out, when she went across the street to get more of Arlene and Joan's leftover food.
I went out to go to Chase and then the postal station.
I waived good bye to Arlene and Joan as the shuttle came to take them to the airport.
We haven't missed a meal (leftover cupcakes for breakfast, bread and cheese for lunch, and leftover chicken etc for dinner).
Reading and resting has been the number one business for the day - bored and boring!!!!
Saturday, February 29, 2020
Friday, February 28, 2020
Jazz and Farewell Dinner
After breakfast, we went to the Savannah Center for a noon jazz concert. We brought our lunch and heard great jazz for an hour.
The big group calls themselves the Part-Time Jazz Ensemble. Since some of them are snowbirds, and only here part time, they are the Part Time Jazz Ensemble. They were good and it was an enjoyable afternoon.
Just before the concert started, Ron (my handyman) put me on Face Time with my friend Bob (a home inspector) and his friend a mold expert. Bottom line, they don't think there is mold in the bathroom from the flood caused by my neighbor's toilet overflowing. I've submitted a claim to her insurance company and am waiting to hear from them.
From there, we went to Dollar Tree and purchased a few things.
Next, I dropped Terry off at Publix and waited in the car while she got a few items.
At 5:30, Arlene and Joan arrived for dinner - a farewell dinner since they leave tomorrow afternoon.
They brought more grocery items that they did not use.
Terry heated up our last Costco chicken, along with veggies, salad, bread and rice. We had a yummy piece of cake (split 4 ways) that Barbara and Bernie had brought and has been in our freezer since.
I just finished opening my postal box and most of the mail was campaign literature, charity requests, and bills. A few magazines did sneak in there.
The big group calls themselves the Part-Time Jazz Ensemble. Since some of them are snowbirds, and only here part time, they are the Part Time Jazz Ensemble. They were good and it was an enjoyable afternoon.
Just before the concert started, Ron (my handyman) put me on Face Time with my friend Bob (a home inspector) and his friend a mold expert. Bottom line, they don't think there is mold in the bathroom from the flood caused by my neighbor's toilet overflowing. I've submitted a claim to her insurance company and am waiting to hear from them.
From there, we went to Dollar Tree and purchased a few things.
Next, I dropped Terry off at Publix and waited in the car while she got a few items.
At 5:30, Arlene and Joan arrived for dinner - a farewell dinner since they leave tomorrow afternoon.
They brought more grocery items that they did not use.
Terry heated up our last Costco chicken, along with veggies, salad, bread and rice. We had a yummy piece of cake (split 4 ways) that Barbara and Bernie had brought and has been in our freezer since.
I just finished opening my postal box and most of the mail was campaign literature, charity requests, and bills. A few magazines did sneak in there.
Thursday, February 27, 2020
Busy Day
I woke up early and did laundry and started working on answering student questions - a lot of student questions!
Terry woke up a little later and was busy too.
The cleaning lady, Lori, and her crew (one other person) came and cleaned.
To get out of their way and to participate in my REALTOR Board's Contracts and Forms Committee Meeting, I sat in the car, in the garage. No, the car was NOT running.
I finished the call inside of the house, after the crew left. Terry turned the oven onto self clean and we opened windows. She was happy with the results. I've never owned a self-cleaning oven, so it was interesting.
We then had lunch and prepared the dining room table for canasta (took out the leaf). Arlene and Joan came over and we had a good game. Arlene and I did much better this week. Of course, all of the jokers were in play!
Arlene and Joan brought us some leftover food that they will not be able to finish before they leave on Saturday.
We had dinner and then checked our email and Facebook.
I learned that a long-time friend, Jeff Lasky, is our new Executive Officer for our REALTOR Association. Exciting times.
Also, learned that a member of Temple lost her father in the shooting at the Miller-Coors Campus shooting in Milwaukee. Yesterday, I had a call from Judy Glazer asking if the shooting was on Miranda's Campus. I got the call, from Judy, while I was at the Temple Concert. My telephone had been on silent and I checked it when I went to the ladies room. I immediately texted Miranda and she did not know what I was talking about. A few minutes later she texted me back where it was not near her school campus, and at a business campus. Sad, sad times.
Terry woke up a little later and was busy too.
The cleaning lady, Lori, and her crew (one other person) came and cleaned.
To get out of their way and to participate in my REALTOR Board's Contracts and Forms Committee Meeting, I sat in the car, in the garage. No, the car was NOT running.
I finished the call inside of the house, after the crew left. Terry turned the oven onto self clean and we opened windows. She was happy with the results. I've never owned a self-cleaning oven, so it was interesting.
We then had lunch and prepared the dining room table for canasta (took out the leaf). Arlene and Joan came over and we had a good game. Arlene and I did much better this week. Of course, all of the jokers were in play!
Arlene and Joan brought us some leftover food that they will not be able to finish before they leave on Saturday.
We had dinner and then checked our email and Facebook.
I learned that a long-time friend, Jeff Lasky, is our new Executive Officer for our REALTOR Association. Exciting times.
Also, learned that a member of Temple lost her father in the shooting at the Miller-Coors Campus shooting in Milwaukee. Yesterday, I had a call from Judy Glazer asking if the shooting was on Miranda's Campus. I got the call, from Judy, while I was at the Temple Concert. My telephone had been on silent and I checked it when I went to the ladies room. I immediately texted Miranda and she did not know what I was talking about. A few minutes later she texted me back where it was not near her school campus, and at a business campus. Sad, sad times.
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Craft Fair and Concert
After working and having breakfast, we left to go to the craft fair at Wildwood Community Center.
On the way there, we were in a traffic jam with people entering and exiting the big Catholic Church in the area for Ash Wednesday.
We thought the crafts would be inside the Community Center. building, however, it was tents on the grass.
We bought nothing - it was pretty lame- maybe 10 little tents. It started to rain shortly after we left.
We stopped at Publix and Terry ran in for a few things. It started to rain just as she went in, I picked her up so she did not get wet.
We came home and had lunch and then read and rested. I then went on a call with the new Township Supervisor.
It was pouring rain when we left to go pick up Arlene and Joan to go to a 5 p.m.concert at the Temple. Ethel met us at the Temple.
Two string groups played, as well as some students from a local school who have just been playing for six weeks.
It was a very interesting afternoon/early evening
It was still raining when we left the temple.
We all gathered for dinner at Beef O'Brady's. It was freezing cold in there and we came back home and had tea!!!
On the way there, we were in a traffic jam with people entering and exiting the big Catholic Church in the area for Ash Wednesday.
We thought the crafts would be inside the Community Center. building, however, it was tents on the grass.
We bought nothing - it was pretty lame- maybe 10 little tents. It started to rain shortly after we left.
We stopped at Publix and Terry ran in for a few things. It started to rain just as she went in, I picked her up so she did not get wet.
We came home and had lunch and then read and rested. I then went on a call with the new Township Supervisor.
It was pouring rain when we left to go pick up Arlene and Joan to go to a 5 p.m.concert at the Temple. Ethel met us at the Temple.
Two string groups played, as well as some students from a local school who have just been playing for six weeks.
It was a very interesting afternoon/early evening
It was still raining when we left the temple.
We all gathered for dinner at Beef O'Brady's. It was freezing cold in there and we came back home and had tea!!!
February 25, 2020 - Lutz, FL
Oops - got so involved with the Democratic Debates, that I forgot to write the blog last night.
I worked, we had breakfast, and then drove to Lutz, Fl, about an hour and a half away, to meet our cousins who came up from Sarasota.
We met Betty and Bill at First Watch and had a delightful lunch.
We then all went over to the Tampa Premium Mall (a few blocks away) and had a field day at the Vera Bradley Outlet. They were having a big sale!!!!
I bought a new eye glass case, wallet and telephone case for my purse.
Betty called her sister, Carol, and we face timed with her and picked out something for her too.
Bill left us there and did some shopping on his own.
Terry and I walked over to Coach and did a little damage there too.
We then walked back to Talbot's Outlet Store to say good-bye to Betty and Bill. Betty had picked out a number of things and was going to try them on and we left them there.
We had planned to go to Costco (which is right next door) but were too tired and since we really did not need anything there, we skipped it.
On the way home, we stopped for gas and it started to drizzle as we left the gas station.
It was Mardi Gras at Sumter Landing, but we took a pass as it as it had gotten colder, windy, and rainy.
After dinner (final leftovers from Saturday night), I listened to the Democratic Debate, and was texting with Mindy and Stacy. Terry was not listening - it is too upsetting to her to hear them talking over each other.
For what it is worth, I'm still for Mayor Pete.
I worked, we had breakfast, and then drove to Lutz, Fl, about an hour and a half away, to meet our cousins who came up from Sarasota.
We met Betty and Bill at First Watch and had a delightful lunch.
We then all went over to the Tampa Premium Mall (a few blocks away) and had a field day at the Vera Bradley Outlet. They were having a big sale!!!!
Betty called her sister, Carol, and we face timed with her and picked out something for her too.
Bill left us there and did some shopping on his own.
Terry and I walked over to Coach and did a little damage there too.
We then walked back to Talbot's Outlet Store to say good-bye to Betty and Bill. Betty had picked out a number of things and was going to try them on and we left them there.
We had planned to go to Costco (which is right next door) but were too tired and since we really did not need anything there, we skipped it.
On the way home, we stopped for gas and it started to drizzle as we left the gas station.
It was Mardi Gras at Sumter Landing, but we took a pass as it as it had gotten colder, windy, and rainy.
After dinner (final leftovers from Saturday night), I listened to the Democratic Debate, and was texting with Mindy and Stacy. Terry was not listening - it is too upsetting to her to hear them talking over each other.
For what it is worth, I'm still for Mayor Pete.
Monday, February 24, 2020
The Golden Girls
We had a lazy day. Terry was having some pain and wanted to nip it in the bud, as 4 years ago almost to the day, she was rushed to the hospital unable to put weight on one leg.
I did work before breakfast and then spent a lot of the day reading.
At one point, I went outside to read, but my neighbor's insurance company returned my call and I came inside to refer to my notes. They want to see the condo documents and want me to contact my insurance company. They sent me an insurance provision within the Illinois Condominium Act that does not relate to my claim at all. There is no responsibility for the damage to my unit caused by the condominium association.
I also have no intention of filing a claim with my insurance company for multiple reasons. I may have to sue my neighbor and let her fight it out with her insurance company.
After eating leftovers from Saturday night, we got ready to see The Golden Girls Move to the Villages, at the Savannah Center. We met Joyce, her friend Sandy, and Diane and Tom there.
Diane is still in pain, with her arm and Tom just lost his brother, and they decided to leave at intermission.
It was really a cute show and it is too bad that they left.
I did work before breakfast and then spent a lot of the day reading.
At one point, I went outside to read, but my neighbor's insurance company returned my call and I came inside to refer to my notes. They want to see the condo documents and want me to contact my insurance company. They sent me an insurance provision within the Illinois Condominium Act that does not relate to my claim at all. There is no responsibility for the damage to my unit caused by the condominium association.
I also have no intention of filing a claim with my insurance company for multiple reasons. I may have to sue my neighbor and let her fight it out with her insurance company.
After eating leftovers from Saturday night, we got ready to see The Golden Girls Move to the Villages, at the Savannah Center. We met Joyce, her friend Sandy, and Diane and Tom there.
Diane is still in pain, with her arm and Tom just lost his brother, and they decided to leave at intermission.
It was really a cute show and it is too bad that they left.
Sunday, February 23, 2020
Glazers and Patchouli
After working, we got dressed in time for Judy and Jeff to arrive and for us to drive to the Bakery to hear Patchouli. When we arrived at the Bakery, Arlene, Joan and Sharon were already there. How did they beat us there?
We pulled two tables together, put our seat cushions down, and introduced everyone to Julie and Bruce.
The brat shack was not open, so we got chicken salad sandwiches instead.
We pulled two tables together, put our seat cushions down, and introduced everyone to Julie and Bruce.
The brat shack was not open, so we got chicken salad sandwiches instead.
Sharon, Joan, Terry, Judy, Jeff and Arlene
Marilyn, Terry, Jeff and Judy
Patchouli. Julie and Bruce
We left after the second set and went home to nap. Judy and Terry were in the living room, Jeff was in the den and I was in my bedroom.
We got hungry, so woke Jeff and went in two cars to Sumter Landing to Too Jays for dinner.
Everyone enjoyed their meal and we talked and talked and talked and talked.
Saturday, February 22, 2020
First Cousins
I worked and we had breakfast and left the house fairly early (for us).
Our first stop was the Clay Mates Art Show, at Lake Miona Recreation Center, where Terry and I purchased some jewelry. I had purchased a piece of jewelry from an artist last year who was back again this year and we both bought from her. Her pieces are very unique and I always get compliments when I wear what I bought last year.
We then went to an Art Show at Colony Recreation Center. Terry had bought something last year, but this year neither of us bought anything.
Terry wanted to stop at the Dollar Tree on 446A, so we headed in that direction. On the way there, we noticed that First Watch was in the new Tailwinds Shopping Center. That put us in the mood for pancakes.
After our trip to the Dollar Tree, we headed back to First Watch. However, the sign is up but they are not open as yet.
With pancakes in mind, we stopped at Lil Bits for pancakes. We each have half of our order left to eat for breakfast.
We came home to rest and waited to hear from cousins Judy and Jeff that they were in town.
Jeff, Terry and I had lasagna, salad and garlic bread for dinner. Judy is on a new plant-based diet and had brought some things to eat. However, Terry made her a baked sweet potato, salad, and a veggie burger, so she had a nice dinner too. We all had some fruit for dessert, Jeff and I also had cream- filled bismarks....so good, but so fattening!
We sat around talking for a long time before they had to head to their hotel. We will meet up again in the morning.
Our first stop was the Clay Mates Art Show, at Lake Miona Recreation Center, where Terry and I purchased some jewelry. I had purchased a piece of jewelry from an artist last year who was back again this year and we both bought from her. Her pieces are very unique and I always get compliments when I wear what I bought last year.
We then went to an Art Show at Colony Recreation Center. Terry had bought something last year, but this year neither of us bought anything.
Terry wanted to stop at the Dollar Tree on 446A, so we headed in that direction. On the way there, we noticed that First Watch was in the new Tailwinds Shopping Center. That put us in the mood for pancakes.
After our trip to the Dollar Tree, we headed back to First Watch. However, the sign is up but they are not open as yet.
With pancakes in mind, we stopped at Lil Bits for pancakes. We each have half of our order left to eat for breakfast.
We came home to rest and waited to hear from cousins Judy and Jeff that they were in town.
Jeff, Terry and I had lasagna, salad and garlic bread for dinner. Judy is on a new plant-based diet and had brought some things to eat. However, Terry made her a baked sweet potato, salad, and a veggie burger, so she had a nice dinner too. We all had some fruit for dessert, Jeff and I also had cream- filled bismarks....so good, but so fattening!
We sat around talking for a long time before they had to head to their hotel. We will meet up again in the morning.
Friday, February 21, 2020
Singing Waiters
We had breakfast and a quick bite for lunch and ran over to get our hair done. Vanessa got us both in and out in record time.
We then went to Walmart to do a little fill-in grocery shopping. I also picked up an Apple Phone Charger Cord. Had tried to do that at AT&T the other day and it was too long of a wait.
We came home and rested for a few minutes before changing clothes and getting ready to go to Katie Belle's and the singing waiters. It was a COLD, WINDY day and we all wore our winter gear. I wore the sweater that I had bought when it got cold earlier. We picked up Arlene, Joan and their friend Sharon, who is staying with them for the weekend.
Because it was so cold, there was no entertainment in the squares. We got rock-star parking in the square. That would never happen on a nice night.
Diane, Tom, Ethel, Steve and Joyce joined us. The ten of us all had a good meal and the singers were great.
We then went to Walmart to do a little fill-in grocery shopping. I also picked up an Apple Phone Charger Cord. Had tried to do that at AT&T the other day and it was too long of a wait.
We came home and rested for a few minutes before changing clothes and getting ready to go to Katie Belle's and the singing waiters. It was a COLD, WINDY day and we all wore our winter gear. I wore the sweater that I had bought when it got cold earlier. We picked up Arlene, Joan and their friend Sharon, who is staying with them for the weekend.
Because it was so cold, there was no entertainment in the squares. We got rock-star parking in the square. That would never happen on a nice night.
Diane, Tom, Ethel, Steve and Joyce joined us. The ten of us all had a good meal and the singers were great.
Ethel, Steve, Marilyn, Tom, Joyce, Diane, Terry, Arlene, Sharon and Joan
Diane's hip is better but now her arm is giving her a hard time!
Thursday, February 20, 2020
Change of Plans
I had not slept well after the second night without my dental appliance in place, as I had to do the sleep study for two nights. The first night, I had slept fairly well.
We had plans to go to a state park with Arlene and Joan, but the weather was looking threatening and I really was dragging. Did I mention it was humid out also, so we cancelled out on them.
We offered them a Plan B, but they took a pass on the Plan B. So, after lunch, we did a lot of errands.
We went to the UPS Store to return the equipment to the sleep-study people. From there we went to the Hospital Resale and each bought a blouse . I also donated two bras that were never worn and just not comfortable.I had washed them so could not return them.
We then went to Kohl's as Terry had seen an ad that she thought was interesting. She did not buy anything, nor did I.
While she was in Dollar Tree, I went next door to Tuesday Morning and bought a shoe rack that fits over a closet rack. That was to get the shoes off of the closet floor. It took a lot of the shoes off the floor, but not all of them. I can use it at home and/or bringing it down next year.
I joined Terry at Dollar Tree and bought some greeting cards.
Terry spoke with cousins Elaine and Rick and Elaine is still sick and they still don't know what is wrong with her. She's seeing a new doctor. The not knowing what is wrong is the hardest part. We will keep checking with them during the next week to see how she is doing.
We then went to Kohl's as Terry had seen an ad that she thought was interesting. She did not buy anything, nor did I.
While she was in Dollar Tree, I went next door to Tuesday Morning and bought a shoe rack that fits over a closet rack. That was to get the shoes off of the closet floor. It took a lot of the shoes off the floor, but not all of them. I can use it at home and/or bringing it down next year.
I joined Terry at Dollar Tree and bought some greeting cards.
Terry spoke with cousins Elaine and Rick and Elaine is still sick and they still don't know what is wrong with her. She's seeing a new doctor. The not knowing what is wrong is the hardest part. We will keep checking with them during the next week to see how she is doing.
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
Conference Calls
I had a busy morning and afternoon. I went from one conference call (the school I teach for) into another conference call (my REALTOR Board's Political Committee).
In the meantime, Terry went grocery shopping without me tagging along.
After my conference calls, Terry and I went to the "real" Beall's and returned the shoes we had purchased the other day. We got gas, stopped at Chase Bank, and then went to Sumter Landing for Market Night. We did not buy anything at Market Night, but walked around and listened to the music.
Just as we finished dinner, Mindy called and face timed with me while she was at my house. A little while later, she face timed with Terry when she was at Terry's house. Thanks Mindy for taking time from your busy life to make sure our condos were okay.
Terry's been on her computer most of the evening and I've been checking email, etc.
I'm planning to watch the Democrats debate, not sure Terry is interested.
In the meantime, Terry went grocery shopping without me tagging along.
After my conference calls, Terry and I went to the "real" Beall's and returned the shoes we had purchased the other day. We got gas, stopped at Chase Bank, and then went to Sumter Landing for Market Night. We did not buy anything at Market Night, but walked around and listened to the music.
Just as we finished dinner, Mindy called and face timed with me while she was at my house. A little while later, she face timed with Terry when she was at Terry's house. Thanks Mindy for taking time from your busy life to make sure our condos were okay.
Terry's been on her computer most of the evening and I've been checking email, etc.
I'm planning to watch the Democrats debate, not sure Terry is interested.
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
Chicagoland Club
We had breakfast and lunch and then left the house to go to see Diane and Tom's rehab. They were having an open house from 10-2 p.m.
They really have done a great job and the kitchen is fantastic. All new appliances and counter tops and cabinet doors.
The bathrooms were redone too - looking great.
Being the marathon shoppers that we are, we went to Beall's Outlet on 441/27 and each found shoes. We will be returning the shoes that we got at the "real" Beall's as they were over double the price for similar shoes.
We came home to rest for a few minutes and left to go to the Chicagoland Club to hear a musical group. They were called the Forty Fives and changed their name to Indigo. They were good musicians and it was a pleasant evening.
The bathrooms were redone too - looking great.
Being the marathon shoppers that we are, we went to Beall's Outlet on 441/27 and each found shoes. We will be returning the shoes that we got at the "real" Beall's as they were over double the price for similar shoes.
We came home to rest for a few minutes and left to go to the Chicagoland Club to hear a musical group. They were called the Forty Fives and changed their name to Indigo. They were good musicians and it was a pleasant evening.
Diane and Tom enjoying the evening
Terry and Joyce during intermission
We broke in Terry gift of wine mugs from WW (formerly known as Weight Watchers). Mine had water and Terry's had wine. They kept the beverages cold and I took the lid off of mine for easier access. Terry drank from her's without the lid removed and sliding down the slide to expose the drink hole.
Came home to order tickets for Lori Gill and the Notebenders. We missed their show in January when we were under the weather. Hope we will be okay in March.
My home sleep study kit was on the front porch when we got home. I assembled the pieces and went to bed. I had to do this study as I got a new dental appliance, for sleep apnea, and my dentist needs to have this report if he is audited.
My home sleep study kit was on the front porch when we got home. I assembled the pieces and went to bed. I had to do this study as I got a new dental appliance, for sleep apnea, and my dentist needs to have this report if he is audited.
Monday, February 17, 2020
Blues Brothers
We had a quiet morning with breakfast and lunch at home.
Called the caretaker, Clem, with a list of minor problems: (air conditioning blowing on me when I'm sitting on the couch, slow drain in Terry's tub, and a bug I saw in my bedroom).
When we got back from buying shoes at a sale at what we call "the real" Beall's, Clem, the caretaker was at the house correcting the problems.
Later, I found that bug DEAD in my bathroom! You rock, Clem!
He turned the air- conditioner vent around so it should not hit my neck.
And, he cleaned out the drain in Terry's tub.
Do you hear us singing "it's so nice to have a man around the house?"
We had a quick dinner and went to the North Lake Presbyterian Church for a Blues Brothers Program and met Diane and Tom and Joyce there. It was a fun evening and a charity event.
Called the caretaker, Clem, with a list of minor problems: (air conditioning blowing on me when I'm sitting on the couch, slow drain in Terry's tub, and a bug I saw in my bedroom).
When we got back from buying shoes at a sale at what we call "the real" Beall's, Clem, the caretaker was at the house correcting the problems.
Later, I found that bug DEAD in my bathroom! You rock, Clem!
He turned the air- conditioner vent around so it should not hit my neck.
And, he cleaned out the drain in Terry's tub.
Do you hear us singing "it's so nice to have a man around the house?"
We had a quick dinner and went to the North Lake Presbyterian Church for a Blues Brothers Program and met Diane and Tom and Joyce there. It was a fun evening and a charity event.
The Program
The Ad
Had not been using the navigation in my car, and had been using Terry's cell phone instead. We had gotten out of the habit of using it when the CUE System was out of order. Terry tried it tonight and because we live in a gated (restricted) area, she took us to a manned gate (out of our way) so we would not have to deal with the restricted area. It was an interesting experiment and we may try it again.
Sunday, February 16, 2020
Treated to Brunch and Canasta
We both had a little breakfast before dressing and picking up Arlene and Joan at 11 a.m. to go to brunch, at L'il Bits, their treat, as a thank you for giving them transportation and arranging activities for them.
We had a nice brunch and then went to their house for an afternoon of playing canasta. Near the end of the afternoon, we discovered that one deck of cards did not have any jokers!!!! No wonder it was so hard to get enough points to meld.
Basic Canasta consists of 4 players 2 packs of 52 cards are used, including the jokers.
One of the decks of cards had punch holes throughout the deck - that was the deck that did not include the jokers. Terry says it was probably a deck of cards from Las Vegas or a Cruise, where jokers are not part of the betting games, and that the holes are to assure no one integrates their own cards into a game.
We came home and called Ida to thank her for the valentine she sent to us, which just arrived. We then learned that one of her nieces had died. Our hearts go out to her brother and his family.
We had a nice brunch and then went to their house for an afternoon of playing canasta. Near the end of the afternoon, we discovered that one deck of cards did not have any jokers!!!! No wonder it was so hard to get enough points to meld.
Basic Canasta consists of 4 players 2 packs of 52 cards are used, including the jokers.
One of the decks of cards had punch holes throughout the deck - that was the deck that did not include the jokers. Terry says it was probably a deck of cards from Las Vegas or a Cruise, where jokers are not part of the betting games, and that the holes are to assure no one integrates their own cards into a game.
We came home and called Ida to thank her for the valentine she sent to us, which just arrived. We then learned that one of her nieces had died. Our hearts go out to her brother and his family.
Saturday, February 15, 2020
Great Day Weather Wise and Entertainment Wise
After working and breakfast, we went to the Glass Fusion Show and Sale at Laurel Manor. Terry bought a lovely drop in blue with some green that perfectly matched the outfit that she was wearing.
We then went to Walmart as we needed some groceries. I also found my favorite sandals there and purchased a pair. Also, found a robe that I had been looking for! I was happy!!!
We came home and put the groceries away, had a bite to eat, and picked up Arlene and Joan to go to Spanish Springs and The Sharon to see and hear Three Tenors + One. We met Diane and Tom and Ethel and Steve there.
It was a great concert to benefit the Harold Schwartz Scholarship Fund for The Villages Opera Club.
The young man at the top left on the program cover had been our singing waiter a couple of times when the singing waiters were at one of the local country clubs. His name is Devin Eatmon and he was one of the scholarship winners a few years ago.
Christopher Macchio, and Fanyoung Du were the other two tenors. Fanyong's wife, a pianist, accompanied him when he sang one of the arias.
The plus one was Dawn Dinome, a very talented singer from The Villages.
Bill Doherty was the accompanist and also sang.
After the show, the eight of us went to dinner at the Orange Blossom Country Club and everyone had a great dinner.
We came home to check email and to read.
We then went to Walmart as we needed some groceries. I also found my favorite sandals there and purchased a pair. Also, found a robe that I had been looking for! I was happy!!!
We came home and put the groceries away, had a bite to eat, and picked up Arlene and Joan to go to Spanish Springs and The Sharon to see and hear Three Tenors + One. We met Diane and Tom and Ethel and Steve there.
It was a great concert to benefit the Harold Schwartz Scholarship Fund for The Villages Opera Club.
The young man at the top left on the program cover had been our singing waiter a couple of times when the singing waiters were at one of the local country clubs. His name is Devin Eatmon and he was one of the scholarship winners a few years ago.
Christopher Macchio, and Fanyoung Du were the other two tenors. Fanyong's wife, a pianist, accompanied him when he sang one of the arias.
The plus one was Dawn Dinome, a very talented singer from The Villages.
Bill Doherty was the accompanist and also sang.
After the show, the eight of us went to dinner at the Orange Blossom Country Club and everyone had a great dinner.
We came home to check email and to read.
Friday, February 14, 2020
Happy Valentine's Day
I had a busy morning working and doing laundry. Other than eating a quick breakfast and lunch, I was working on my computer. So many needy students - it must be the full moon from the other day.
Terry was reading and cooking. Here's a photo of our yummy lunch:
We finally left the house and stopped at the postal station and my box was there.
We went to Dollar Tree and then it started to drizzle so we tubed any other errands. After we came home, I opened my box of mail and sorted it.
We picked up Arlene and Joan to meet Ethel and Steve for a Mexican Dinner. The restaurant's name has changed since last year, but the food was good and we got a table right away.
After dinner, we went to Friday night services at Temple. The Rabbi was ill so a congregant lead the services and did a great job. The choir was full and excellent. They have over 600 members now.
When Terry turned her cell phone back on, she learned that Mindy had gone up to Milwaukee as Miranda was ill. Mindy reports that Miranda is better, but she will stay the night with Miranda just to be sure.
I have been busy working since getting home. Filed everything from the mail that I had opened earlier, but will be heading to bed soon.
Terry was reading and cooking. Here's a photo of our yummy lunch:
We finally left the house and stopped at the postal station and my box was there.
We went to Dollar Tree and then it started to drizzle so we tubed any other errands. After we came home, I opened my box of mail and sorted it.
We picked up Arlene and Joan to meet Ethel and Steve for a Mexican Dinner. The restaurant's name has changed since last year, but the food was good and we got a table right away.
After dinner, we went to Friday night services at Temple. The Rabbi was ill so a congregant lead the services and did a great job. The choir was full and excellent. They have over 600 members now.
When Terry turned her cell phone back on, she learned that Mindy had gone up to Milwaukee as Miranda was ill. Mindy reports that Miranda is better, but she will stay the night with Miranda just to be sure.
I have been busy working since getting home. Filed everything from the mail that I had opened earlier, but will be heading to bed soon.
Thursday, February 13, 2020
Music in Motion
We had a quiet morning with working and reading the newspaper on the same day as it was printed.
We also made arrangements for some cousins to visit The Villages and to meet with other cousins near Tampa.
Joan knocked on our door to tell us that our porch light was on. I guess it got left on when we said good-bye to Barb and Bernie.
By the time we had lunch and did some other things (Terry was doing laundry), it was time to get dressed and to meet Diane and Tom and Joyce at Savannah Center for the 4 p.m. show MUSIC IN MOTION.
It was a delightful show (almost two hours) of very talented local people singing and dancing.
Joyce did not want to join us for dinner, but Diane, Tom, Terry and I went to a local Chinese Restaurant and had dinner. Our fortunes were pretty lame.
We also made arrangements for some cousins to visit The Villages and to meet with other cousins near Tampa.
Joan knocked on our door to tell us that our porch light was on. I guess it got left on when we said good-bye to Barb and Bernie.
By the time we had lunch and did some other things (Terry was doing laundry), it was time to get dressed and to meet Diane and Tom and Joyce at Savannah Center for the 4 p.m. show MUSIC IN MOTION.
It was a delightful show (almost two hours) of very talented local people singing and dancing.
Joyce did not want to join us for dinner, but Diane, Tom, Terry and I went to a local Chinese Restaurant and had dinner. Our fortunes were pretty lame.
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Barb and Bernie
We had a quiet day. I did a lot of reading and caught up on some magazines and two days of newspapers. Terry was working part of the day and reading also.
Terry then got dinner ready for the oven (chicken roll ups - without the roll).
I went out to get the mail and the only thing in the mailbox was a mailer of coupons. Hardly worth the trip.
At 5 p.m., Barb and Bernie came over for dinner. We had champagne, shrimp, crackers and cheese for appetizers The "roll ups" a tossed salad and our left-over salads from yesterday, along with rolls for dinner.
For dessert we had valentine cupcakes and ice cream.
Good food and lots of talking and laughs.
Terry then got dinner ready for the oven (chicken roll ups - without the roll).
I went out to get the mail and the only thing in the mailbox was a mailer of coupons. Hardly worth the trip.
At 5 p.m., Barb and Bernie came over for dinner. We had champagne, shrimp, crackers and cheese for appetizers The "roll ups" a tossed salad and our left-over salads from yesterday, along with rolls for dinner.
For dessert we had valentine cupcakes and ice cream.
Good food and lots of talking and laughs.
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Chicagoland Ladies
Terry and I had breakfast, got dressed, and got our salads ready to bring to the Chicagoland Ladies Luncheon. We put them on ice and put each into a cooler bag (I had brought two down and they have come in very handy).
All of the salads people brought were yummy. Both of our salads were a hit and we only have less than half of each one left. Diane had a little of her pea and cheese salad left (you'll see in the photo).
Diane, Terry and Gloria
I did not notice which salad Gloria brought, but I think she had a little left over also in her thermal bag.
The speaker from Visiting Angels had a raffle of a blanket with angels on it. I WON! Because we don't have room for it, and Gloria said her family in a nursing home would love it, I gave it to her.
It was the smallest attendance for these luncheons that we have seen.
We came home and transferred our salads to smaller bowls, changed clothes, and rested before going out again.
We went to Spanish Springs for Market Night. The first Market Night we have gone to since we've been down. I bought a pair of earrings to match one of the drops that I had purchased the other day. Terry bought a bracelet to match her coral outfit she had worn today to the luncheon. You cannot really see her coral pants.
I just finished the crossword puzzle in today's paper and may watch at little TV and read.
Terry's on a conference call with the Sisterhood's Executive Committee.
Monday, February 10, 2020
Beautiful Day and Running Errands
Terry overslept and I went into her bedroom to make sure she was still alive - she was snoring!
After breakfast, we got dressed and started to head out to run some errands. As we opened the garage door, the dishwasher repair person arrived. Jenny was on her way to the house to meet him. We let him in and waited for Jenny. We then got talking with her and did not leave until he had completed the repair and we had lunch of left-over egg salad.
We headed for Beall's Outlet in Colony as I was still on a shoe - shopping mission. I bought a couple of pairs which I will walk in around the house. Terry bought one pair.
We then went to Michael's to see if Terry could get a necklace for her drops. We both bought some necklaces for the drops.
From there we went to Publix to pick up ingredients for our salads that we are bringing tomorrow to the Chicagoland Ladies Luncheon, and dinner for our company on Wednesday..
Terry just finished making her broccoli salad and I'll do my cottage cheese salad now that she's done.
The rest of the evening will be reading.
After breakfast, we got dressed and started to head out to run some errands. As we opened the garage door, the dishwasher repair person arrived. Jenny was on her way to the house to meet him. We let him in and waited for Jenny. We then got talking with her and did not leave until he had completed the repair and we had lunch of left-over egg salad.
We headed for Beall's Outlet in Colony as I was still on a shoe - shopping mission. I bought a couple of pairs which I will walk in around the house. Terry bought one pair.
We then went to Michael's to see if Terry could get a necklace for her drops. We both bought some necklaces for the drops.
From there we went to Publix to pick up ingredients for our salads that we are bringing tomorrow to the Chicagoland Ladies Luncheon, and dinner for our company on Wednesday..
Terry just finished making her broccoli salad and I'll do my cottage cheese salad now that she's done.
The rest of the evening will be reading.
Sunday, February 9, 2020
Ice House Theatre
Terry was up early and went out to see if there were hot-air balloons rising from the Polo Field, scheduled for 7 a.m. But since there was no wind there were no balloons. Color her disappointed..
I worked most of the morning. Terry was catching up on three days of newspapers and made some egg salad for lunch. We had breakfast and lunch and then picked up Arlene and Joan at 12:30 for our ride to Mount Dora.
We went to the Ice House Theatre to see Biloxi Blues, a Neil Simon Play. None of us had seen the play before. It takes place during World War II and basic training on a Army Base in Biloxi.
It was a great play and very well acted. We lucked out and the people scheduled to sit in front of Arlene and Joan (who were in the row in front of us) did not show.
We drove toward The Villages and came upon an Italian Restaurant that we had eaten in before and decided to stop there. There was no wait, however, they had a party of 35 descend upon them (without a reservation) and everyone was scrambling, so service was a little slow. The water, and then the garlic rolls, came out fairly quickly, but our salads was a wait. Then another wait for our main courses. Joan wanted a steak knife to cut her veal and after asking a number of people - FINALLY got a steak knife. By then her veal was not as hot as it had been when served. It was a long dinner!!!!
I'm hoping to stay up for the 11 p.m. launch from Kennedy Space Center. Not sure if Terry is going to make it.
I worked most of the morning. Terry was catching up on three days of newspapers and made some egg salad for lunch. We had breakfast and lunch and then picked up Arlene and Joan at 12:30 for our ride to Mount Dora.
We went to the Ice House Theatre to see Biloxi Blues, a Neil Simon Play. None of us had seen the play before. It takes place during World War II and basic training on a Army Base in Biloxi.
It was a great play and very well acted. We lucked out and the people scheduled to sit in front of Arlene and Joan (who were in the row in front of us) did not show.
We drove toward The Villages and came upon an Italian Restaurant that we had eaten in before and decided to stop there. There was no wait, however, they had a party of 35 descend upon them (without a reservation) and everyone was scrambling, so service was a little slow. The water, and then the garlic rolls, came out fairly quickly, but our salads was a wait. Then another wait for our main courses. Joan wanted a steak knife to cut her veal and after asking a number of people - FINALLY got a steak knife. By then her veal was not as hot as it had been when served. It was a long dinner!!!!
I'm hoping to stay up for the 11 p.m. launch from Kennedy Space Center. Not sure if Terry is going to make it.
Saturday, February 8, 2020
Beautiful Day
I worked all morning, and except for taking a break for breakfast and lunch, I was working on a project for the school for whom I teach.
At 12:30, we picked up Arlene and Joan to go to the Spanish Springs Art and Craft Fair.
We stopped at Chase Bank to make a deposit and then headed to Spanish Springs.
There were lots of vendors and I bought nothing and Terry bought one pair of earrings. Joan bought some popcorn.
The tents were set up all along the streets surrounding the square. We were sitting and listening to the entertainment when I took this photo of some of the tents.
At 12:30, we picked up Arlene and Joan to go to the Spanish Springs Art and Craft Fair.
We stopped at Chase Bank to make a deposit and then headed to Spanish Springs.
There were lots of vendors and I bought nothing and Terry bought one pair of earrings. Joan bought some popcorn.
The tents were set up all along the streets surrounding the square. We were sitting and listening to the entertainment when I took this photo of some of the tents.
The entertainers were very good and they had some of their fan club in attendance. The group was Take 2 Caribe Groove.
We went home to rest, have a quick bite to eat and leave for a concert. We picked up Arlene and Joan for the ride to Lake Miona Recreation Center and the program Love Notes - music with Mary Jo
Vitali and Clark Barrios. We met Ethel and Steve there.
It was an excellent program. They are both so talented. She spoke about having a MS Flare Up and her difficulty doing the Christmas Show and how helpful Clark Barrios was at that event.
On the way into the concert, Terry took a photo of the super-full moon.
Friday, February 7, 2020
Cool/Windy Day - Craft Fairs
Worked all morning and after a quick lunch, we headed to the Holiday Travel RV Craft Fair. There were fewer vendors this year we found nothing to buy in the big tent or in the small tents scattered around. We did find some earrings in the building below.
From there we went to the Everglades Recreation Center, the newest Regional Center in the new area South of Rt 44. Our GPS took us on an interesting ride on Rt 44, from Leesburg, to get to Morse Avenue. While there, we ordered tickets to the Noon Concert at Savannah Center on Feb. 28.
Then we went to Rohan Recreation Center for a Spring Fashion Market. We looked at some drops and did not buy any. Got back in the car and looked at each other - got out of the car and went back in and each bought three drops. There was a special price for six drops.
Went to the Postal Station and my box was there (again in a postal box that we could reach). No looking for a jolly green giant.
Came home and I looked through my box, we rested for a few minutes and then changed clothes to go to Joyce's for dinner.
We played 3-13 and Terry was ahead most of the game, but Diane and then Tom eased her into third place. It was a fun evening with lots of good food and laughs.
The launch that was to be tonight at 11:15 p.m. was scratched and will be on the 9th instead.
From there we went to the Everglades Recreation Center, the newest Regional Center in the new area South of Rt 44. Our GPS took us on an interesting ride on Rt 44, from Leesburg, to get to Morse Avenue. While there, we ordered tickets to the Noon Concert at Savannah Center on Feb. 28.
Then we went to Rohan Recreation Center for a Spring Fashion Market. We looked at some drops and did not buy any. Got back in the car and looked at each other - got out of the car and went back in and each bought three drops. There was a special price for six drops.
Went to the Postal Station and my box was there (again in a postal box that we could reach). No looking for a jolly green giant.
Came home and I looked through my box, we rested for a few minutes and then changed clothes to go to Joyce's for dinner.
Evy and Joyce
Tom and Diane
We played 3-13 and Terry was ahead most of the game, but Diane and then Tom eased her into third place. It was a fun evening with lots of good food and laughs.
The launch that was to be tonight at 11:15 p.m. was scratched and will be on the 9th instead.
Thursday, February 6, 2020
Windy Day but Fun Day
Terry was up at the crack of dawn and out of the house to weigh in at Weight Watchers.
I was working while she was gone.
When she came back, we went to Lil Bits to meet Joy for brunch. We had a great visit - we have all been so busy that this was the first opportunity that we had to meet.
Of course, as we were driving away, it occurred to us that we had not taken a photo! Our bad!!!
As Olympic Shoppers, we went to Colony so Terry could return a blouse at Beall's Outlet and she found another blouse there. I found a pair of slacks there!!!
In the same shopping center is Anthony's - Terry found three pairs of slacks and one blouse. They were having a sale and it was very busy.
We came home to rest before crossing the street to go to Arlene and Joan's for dinner. It was a windy walk across the street. Ethel and Steve pulled up at the same time - good timing!!!
Ethel brought a shirt that she had purchased at Market Night, at Brownwood, that she wanted me to see. It has double meaning - since she and I are charter members of the "We Don't Cook Club." And, also a dead space in Pickle Ball is called the kitchen.
After our yummy dinner, Arlene showed us a bottle opener she had found in their rental house that she wants. We all went on our telephones trying to find it, but to no avail. All it says on it was: Made In China. Let me know if you know where to get one of these.
It is starting to sound like a storm is coming. Hopefully, it won't be too bad and we can go to the craft fair tomorrow.
I was working while she was gone.
When she came back, we went to Lil Bits to meet Joy for brunch. We had a great visit - we have all been so busy that this was the first opportunity that we had to meet.
Of course, as we were driving away, it occurred to us that we had not taken a photo! Our bad!!!
As Olympic Shoppers, we went to Colony so Terry could return a blouse at Beall's Outlet and she found another blouse there. I found a pair of slacks there!!!
In the same shopping center is Anthony's - Terry found three pairs of slacks and one blouse. They were having a sale and it was very busy.
We came home to rest before crossing the street to go to Arlene and Joan's for dinner. It was a windy walk across the street. Ethel and Steve pulled up at the same time - good timing!!!
Ethel brought a shirt that she had purchased at Market Night, at Brownwood, that she wanted me to see. It has double meaning - since she and I are charter members of the "We Don't Cook Club." And, also a dead space in Pickle Ball is called the kitchen.
After our yummy dinner, Arlene showed us a bottle opener she had found in their rental house that she wants. We all went on our telephones trying to find it, but to no avail. All it says on it was: Made In China. Let me know if you know where to get one of these.
It is starting to sound like a storm is coming. Hopefully, it won't be too bad and we can go to the craft fair tomorrow.
Wednesday, February 5, 2020
Chico's Outlet
I answered student questions, had a bite of breakfast and then at 9:30 a.m., a friend of our landlord's came over to assess the dishwasher. He brought his lady friend, our landlord's mother, with him. We are slowly meeting the whole family.
I headed to Belk's to get my order of Clinique, which they found! They gave me two gifts for the inconvenience. Terry and I now each have one of their cute bags.
I got some gas and then picked up Terry. We stopped at the Postal Station to mail our valentines to the kids and then went to recycle our newspapers (three bags full).
We then drove to Ocala had lunch at Panara (they had our soups but they were not as good as at home).
Then crossed the parking lot to Chico's Outlet and both did a little damage.
We drove over to Dillard, in the same shopping center, but came up empty handed.
Came back to the house and sat outside as it was such a nice day.
We went to Publix on the way home to restock our larder and for me to get the ingredients for a salad I plan to bring to the Chicagoland Ladies Luncheon next week. I wanted to try it first. It has only four ingredients, so we'll see how it tastes. If we like it, I'll buy more ingredients and bring it to the event.
Terry is at her computer and will be going into a company conference call with Mindy and their staff.
I'll be reading and checking email.
I headed to Belk's to get my order of Clinique, which they found! They gave me two gifts for the inconvenience. Terry and I now each have one of their cute bags.
I got some gas and then picked up Terry. We stopped at the Postal Station to mail our valentines to the kids and then went to recycle our newspapers (three bags full).
We then drove to Ocala had lunch at Panara (they had our soups but they were not as good as at home).
Then crossed the parking lot to Chico's Outlet and both did a little damage.
We drove over to Dillard, in the same shopping center, but came up empty handed.
Came back to the house and sat outside as it was such a nice day.
We went to Publix on the way home to restock our larder and for me to get the ingredients for a salad I plan to bring to the Chicagoland Ladies Luncheon next week. I wanted to try it first. It has only four ingredients, so we'll see how it tastes. If we like it, I'll buy more ingredients and bring it to the event.
Terry is at her computer and will be going into a company conference call with Mindy and their staff.
I'll be reading and checking email.
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
Busy Day
We had breakfast, did some work, and then left the house to meet our friend Martha Smith, from Mt. Pleasant, Michigan and some of her friends from there.
We met at the Lighthouse Restaurant and had a nice visit. We were disappointed not to see her friend Marcella who did not come as she was getting a cold and did not want to infect everyone.
Left side of the table Left to Right - Sue (Chuck's wife), Gail Miller (Yooper - originally from Upper Michigan), Martha Smith, Terry.
Right Side : Me, Mary Ann- (Marcella's sister) and Chuck (he was Martha's Department Head at Central Michigan University).
We went from lunch to Belk's where Terry returned both pairs of shoes (if you are keeping track).
While she was returning her shoes, I was at the Clinique Counter, planning on picking up my pre-order for the sale. They lost my order. I'm going back tomorrow.
We went to Dollar Tree for some items and then came home to rest for about an hour.
We had cheese and crackers and left to go to a Seeds of Hope Concert, at Hope Lutheran Church. They raise money for the Wildwood Food Pantry by putting on concerts at various places in The Villages. http://www.seedsofhope-wildwood.com/Lenny.html
We met Joyce and Evy there and Joyce's friends Sandy and Ron. Diane and Tom came just before the concert started. She just came from the doctor who is sending her to another doctor for a shot as the hip pain is still bad.
We came home and both wanted a little dessert. I had a piece of apple pie and Terry had some ice cream.
We met at the Lighthouse Restaurant and had a nice visit. We were disappointed not to see her friend Marcella who did not come as she was getting a cold and did not want to infect everyone.
Left side of the table Left to Right - Sue (Chuck's wife), Gail Miller (Yooper - originally from Upper Michigan), Martha Smith, Terry.
Right Side : Me, Mary Ann- (Marcella's sister) and Chuck (he was Martha's Department Head at Central Michigan University).
We went from lunch to Belk's where Terry returned both pairs of shoes (if you are keeping track).
While she was returning her shoes, I was at the Clinique Counter, planning on picking up my pre-order for the sale. They lost my order. I'm going back tomorrow.
We went to Dollar Tree for some items and then came home to rest for about an hour.
We had cheese and crackers and left to go to a Seeds of Hope Concert, at Hope Lutheran Church. They raise money for the Wildwood Food Pantry by putting on concerts at various places in The Villages. http://www.seedsofhope-wildwood.com/Lenny.html
We met Joyce and Evy there and Joyce's friends Sandy and Ron. Diane and Tom came just before the concert started. She just came from the doctor who is sending her to another doctor for a shot as the hip pain is still bad.
We came home and both wanted a little dessert. I had a piece of apple pie and Terry had some ice cream.
Monday, February 3, 2020
Long Ride for Lunch
I checked student questions, we had a quick breakfast, and were off to Sarasota.
Two plus hours later, we were in Sarasota where we were meeting Diane Falk, and Keith and Becky Hancock, who were driving up from Ft. Myers/Naples area, so we could all have lunch with Jean Wright who is in an assisted-living facility. Jean is a REALTOR friend who had some health reverses last winter while in her Sarasota home, and was in the hospital a few times.
She is doing amazingly well and is as feisty as ever. She hopes to be back in Winnetka in late Spring.
Her eyesight is bad and she has a devise, that coupled with a pair of glasses, can read printed matter to her!
We had lunch at an adorable place called Millie's.
Great photo of the group, except for me - I really need to learn to smile for photos. Jean is seated next to me. Back row is Terry, Diane, Keith and Becky.
Terry and I explored a Jewelry and Clothing Outlet next door to the restaurant but walked out empty handed.
Normally, we would have called our cousins who are in the area for the winter, but we wanted Jean to be the center of attention and she was.
There was a Beall's Outlet not far from the restaurant and we explored there also. Terry found some tops but I left empty handed.
We also needed some ink for the printer and spotted an Office Max and did a quick turn around to go there before we got on I-75 for the trip home. I used my REALTOR discount card and we got 20% off the cost of the ink cartridges.
There was an accident and some small tie ups that made the trip back a little longer. At one point, the GPS told us to get off and when we did, she directed us right back onto I-75. We have no idea what that was about.
Terry made dinner AND did the dishes and a load of towels! Usually, I clean up after dinner but she said since I had done all of the driving she would clean up - OK then!!!
Two plus hours later, we were in Sarasota where we were meeting Diane Falk, and Keith and Becky Hancock, who were driving up from Ft. Myers/Naples area, so we could all have lunch with Jean Wright who is in an assisted-living facility. Jean is a REALTOR friend who had some health reverses last winter while in her Sarasota home, and was in the hospital a few times.
She is doing amazingly well and is as feisty as ever. She hopes to be back in Winnetka in late Spring.
Her eyesight is bad and she has a devise, that coupled with a pair of glasses, can read printed matter to her!
We had lunch at an adorable place called Millie's.
Great photo of the group, except for me - I really need to learn to smile for photos. Jean is seated next to me. Back row is Terry, Diane, Keith and Becky.
Terry and I explored a Jewelry and Clothing Outlet next door to the restaurant but walked out empty handed.
Normally, we would have called our cousins who are in the area for the winter, but we wanted Jean to be the center of attention and she was.
There was a Beall's Outlet not far from the restaurant and we explored there also. Terry found some tops but I left empty handed.
We also needed some ink for the printer and spotted an Office Max and did a quick turn around to go there before we got on I-75 for the trip home. I used my REALTOR discount card and we got 20% off the cost of the ink cartridges.
There was an accident and some small tie ups that made the trip back a little longer. At one point, the GPS told us to get off and when we did, she directed us right back onto I-75. We have no idea what that was about.
Terry made dinner AND did the dishes and a load of towels! Usually, I clean up after dinner but she said since I had done all of the driving she would clean up - OK then!!!
Sunday, February 2, 2020
Assassins
We had a lazy morning (other than working) and after lunch left the house to return some shoes to Beall's Outlet.
We came back to the house and after dinner picked up Arlene and Joan to go to the Studio Theatre to see the play Assassins.
It is a Sondheim play (with music) about the various individuals who attempted and/or succeeded to assassinate a President of the United States.
Terry says we are three for three - three well acted plays that were strange. I probably enjoyed the play more than Terry, Arlene and Joan. Some people left at intermission. Arlene thought people left because it was too political in today's climate.
We came back to the house and after dinner picked up Arlene and Joan to go to the Studio Theatre to see the play Assassins.
Terry says we are three for three - three well acted plays that were strange. I probably enjoyed the play more than Terry, Arlene and Joan. Some people left at intermission. Arlene thought people left because it was too political in today's climate.
Saturday, February 1, 2020
Change of Plans
After working on students' questions (lots of them today) and having breakfast, we left to go to Bank of American.
We then went to Russell Stover's Parking Lot to meet Ethel Rudolph, thinking the three of us were going down to Dade City to meet Carol Romberg and Harry Strout, who were going to be driving up to Dade City from Trinity, Florida.
Just as got to the parking lot, Harry called and said that Carol was not feeling well and had gone back to bed. So we cancelled the trip to Dade City.
We called Ethel, who had just arrived also, and agreed that the three of us would have brunch together at Too Jays in Brownwood.
I'm going to walk around in the shoes (two pairs will not work) but I'm hopeful that two will work. I had knee-high hose on so could not really tell the fit of the sandals.
Terry's going to try on the shoes she bought there and may keep those and return the ones from Belk's, or STAY TUNED.
We then stopped in at Diane and Tom's latest flip to see their son Rick, who has been coming up from Tampa to help with the rehab. We had not seen him since Diane and Tom's 50th wedding anniversary.
They are coming along with the property and the kitchen looks great. Ran into Diane and Tom's friend, Karen, as we were coming into the property and she was leaving. She was showing it to a neighbor.
Went to Target for a couple of things and then to the Beall's Outlet in the same shopping center - Terry got a cute pair of shoes there. I bought nothing.
After dinner, Joan came over and tried on the navy sweater and it was perfect on her - color her happy with her personal shopper. She and Arlene had gone to the movies in the afternoon.
We had dinner and are doing some reading. Talked with Stacy and then Betty. Glenn texted that he would be on his way back to Chicago (from Naples where he was with some cousins) and would pass by here on Monday and did we want to have breaskfast at 8:30 Monday morning. Unfortunately, we will be on our way to Sarasota at that time on Monday.
We then went to Russell Stover's Parking Lot to meet Ethel Rudolph, thinking the three of us were going down to Dade City to meet Carol Romberg and Harry Strout, who were going to be driving up to Dade City from Trinity, Florida.
Just as got to the parking lot, Harry called and said that Carol was not feeling well and had gone back to bed. So we cancelled the trip to Dade City.
We called Ethel, who had just arrived also, and agreed that the three of us would have brunch together at Too Jays in Brownwood.
After brunch, Terry and I went to Colony Plaza and Beall's Outlet. We both bought some shoes. Terry bought a navy sweater for Joan. as Joan had been on the look out for one.
I'm going to walk around in the shoes (two pairs will not work) but I'm hopeful that two will work. I had knee-high hose on so could not really tell the fit of the sandals.
Terry's going to try on the shoes she bought there and may keep those and return the ones from Belk's, or STAY TUNED.
We then stopped in at Diane and Tom's latest flip to see their son Rick, who has been coming up from Tampa to help with the rehab. We had not seen him since Diane and Tom's 50th wedding anniversary.
They are coming along with the property and the kitchen looks great. Ran into Diane and Tom's friend, Karen, as we were coming into the property and she was leaving. She was showing it to a neighbor.
Went to Target for a couple of things and then to the Beall's Outlet in the same shopping center - Terry got a cute pair of shoes there. I bought nothing.
After dinner, Joan came over and tried on the navy sweater and it was perfect on her - color her happy with her personal shopper. She and Arlene had gone to the movies in the afternoon.
We had dinner and are doing some reading. Talked with Stacy and then Betty. Glenn texted that he would be on his way back to Chicago (from Naples where he was with some cousins) and would pass by here on Monday and did we want to have breaskfast at 8:30 Monday morning. Unfortunately, we will be on our way to Sarasota at that time on Monday.
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