Day592-598
The crop is in the bin at our farm, and the weather is holding for other farmers to get done. The wind is nippy today, so I'm glad I'm not out there. It was a busy week as the custom combiners were out and about in the yard all week. They finished Thursday night, because the forecast was for rain on Friday. As it happened, it didn't rain, but the barley is off the fields now, so that is OK. They were up late and so was Louise. Jackie, Johnnie , Glenn and I planned to go to Yorkton on Friday, so I was relieved to have the combiners wrap up and leave before we did. We accomplished a lot in Yorkton, and played Glenn right out, but that is the way it is right now. I'm recuperating at the co-op, and it isn't too busy. We chose the bridesmaid dresses and Halleluah, I found a dress too! Then we went to another shop and I found shoes (on sale, too) so I'm ready to go! That was an unexpected bonus. We went to Yorkton, because I liked the dresses that Chris and Aryn chose from that same shop. They are very well made, and are reasonably priced. Johnnie came in with us, and while Jackie was looking at one dress ( in brown) and was asking if it came in black or red, Johnnie spotted a little black one, and showed it to Jackie. She tried it on, and was sold. It comes with a choice of sash colour, so I think it will be the one. We also went to a shop called Plum Tree, and found some nice decorations. We had also stopped at a farm that is having an auction sale on October 25 to look at a snow blower, so we had a packed trip.
Glenn goes for botox again on Monday, and to an internalist on October 7. We also have to go to the optomitrist soon, although I haven't booked that yet. He has a bit of a time finding a good distance to see things, and I tease him about playing trombone. We have avoided any really bad 'flus or colds so far, and hopefully we will have a bit more of a repreive. I have kids coming in every day now, so it is just a matter of time.
We are getting more excited about the wedding now that we have bought a few more things for it. There are fowl suppers coming up in the next month or so, so I'll try to contribute as I can. Glenn is more and more interested in the work around the yard, although that usually means I get a bit more to do as well. I would rather he be thinking about fixing than just sitting in front of the TV. Hopefully he can do more next year!
'Til next time,
Louise
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Saturday, September 20, 2008
September 13-20
Day 584-591
Our fields are all swathed now, and the boys hope to have a good go at the combining this weekend. They worked until 10:30 or so last night, and if the clouds hold off, they should have a good day today. It is a bit unusual to be away from the action, but I'll live! I have called the custom combiners, and they may show up today too. If they do, they will get done tomorrow. That will be a relief for all of us, although the boys were convinced they could do it. I'm sure they can, but the weather scared me enough to call for help.
The weeks are flying by now, we are picking up the things in life that keep a person involved and busy. The piano lessons went well this week, and I think we'll be able to manage them. I have quite a few students, so that will keep me on track a bit more, barring any more mishaps with Glenn and the Lawn mower. He got too close to a tree last week and scraped his face and neck. He came from Colin's yard, and his glasses were gone, and so was his hat. I said he had to show me where they were, and they were under the apple tree. I guess we should trim some of the lower branches so we can cut up to the trunk. Otherwise, Glenn is slowly making head way. He went across the living room with me and the walker yesterday. I hadn't planned on walking with him without someone else for a while, but Glenn has other ideas. It is rather amazing how much difference it makes to do a bit more on his feet. His posture is better, his balance is better, and he does more stretches when he is on his feet. He tried to take a pulley off the straight header yesterday, but didn't have the power to loosen the nuts from the chair. He does try hard though. I'm going to find him on the ground or floor a few more times, but he is more careful about trying things without someone around.
My mammogram went OK, and I'm waiting for the results. I also went for lunch with friends that day, so we are getting around to other stuff. October is coming, and that means a trip to the card department for birthday and anniversary cards. The year is coming to a close so fast it is scary. Jackie is counting days to her wedding and told me on Wednesday that there are only 143 days to go! Oh my, I do have to get a few things done before then.
Glenn's uncle Bob was sent to the hospital with flu like symptoms last week and I haven't heard any more about what was going on. I'll have to phone and see how he is doing. I do feel bad I can't go to see him more often, but it seems to be a bit more than I can handle right now. Maybe next year we will be getting around more.
'Til next time,
Louise
Our fields are all swathed now, and the boys hope to have a good go at the combining this weekend. They worked until 10:30 or so last night, and if the clouds hold off, they should have a good day today. It is a bit unusual to be away from the action, but I'll live! I have called the custom combiners, and they may show up today too. If they do, they will get done tomorrow. That will be a relief for all of us, although the boys were convinced they could do it. I'm sure they can, but the weather scared me enough to call for help.
The weeks are flying by now, we are picking up the things in life that keep a person involved and busy. The piano lessons went well this week, and I think we'll be able to manage them. I have quite a few students, so that will keep me on track a bit more, barring any more mishaps with Glenn and the Lawn mower. He got too close to a tree last week and scraped his face and neck. He came from Colin's yard, and his glasses were gone, and so was his hat. I said he had to show me where they were, and they were under the apple tree. I guess we should trim some of the lower branches so we can cut up to the trunk. Otherwise, Glenn is slowly making head way. He went across the living room with me and the walker yesterday. I hadn't planned on walking with him without someone else for a while, but Glenn has other ideas. It is rather amazing how much difference it makes to do a bit more on his feet. His posture is better, his balance is better, and he does more stretches when he is on his feet. He tried to take a pulley off the straight header yesterday, but didn't have the power to loosen the nuts from the chair. He does try hard though. I'm going to find him on the ground or floor a few more times, but he is more careful about trying things without someone around.
My mammogram went OK, and I'm waiting for the results. I also went for lunch with friends that day, so we are getting around to other stuff. October is coming, and that means a trip to the card department for birthday and anniversary cards. The year is coming to a close so fast it is scary. Jackie is counting days to her wedding and told me on Wednesday that there are only 143 days to go! Oh my, I do have to get a few things done before then.
Glenn's uncle Bob was sent to the hospital with flu like symptoms last week and I haven't heard any more about what was going on. I'll have to phone and see how he is doing. I do feel bad I can't go to see him more often, but it seems to be a bit more than I can handle right now. Maybe next year we will be getting around more.
'Til next time,
Louise
Friday, September 12, 2008
August 18 - Sept 12
Day 558-583
Whew! I thought I had lost my contact with the blogging world. I needed to open a Google account, and something happened. I have been trying to figure it out for a few days now, so finally I tried a different approach, and here I am!
We have been busy. Glenn is working on his balancing with the walker, and I have been trying to do my "to do " list. Happily, the lentils are gone, the deck is painted, and the swather is in the field even as I write this. I hope the rain stays away for a while so everyone can get finished. It is always a relief to have it in the bin.
I decided to start teaching piano again, and have scheduled lessons to start next week. We'll see how that goes soon. I have a few misgivings, but hope to do well once I get started.
Jackie is starting to get more excited. She is planning to have her dress made, as she just didn't find one that she dreamed about, and we both decided we don't have time to go far on shopping trips. It may work out about the same anyway, and save us the time and gas to travel and shop. Most plans are in place, and they will print the invitations soon. That really brings home how close it is.
Glenn is scheduled for Botox review on September 29, I'm having a mammogram on the 17th, and I have to make eye appointments, as both Glenn and I are finding our arms are too short! Life begins at 50 hey? Life on the road to the doctors I guess!
Sorry about the long period of no news, I'm probably forgetting about a lot of things that happened at the end of August, but I may remember next time I post.
'Til next time,
Louise
Whew! I thought I had lost my contact with the blogging world. I needed to open a Google account, and something happened. I have been trying to figure it out for a few days now, so finally I tried a different approach, and here I am!
We have been busy. Glenn is working on his balancing with the walker, and I have been trying to do my "to do " list. Happily, the lentils are gone, the deck is painted, and the swather is in the field even as I write this. I hope the rain stays away for a while so everyone can get finished. It is always a relief to have it in the bin.
I decided to start teaching piano again, and have scheduled lessons to start next week. We'll see how that goes soon. I have a few misgivings, but hope to do well once I get started.
Jackie is starting to get more excited. She is planning to have her dress made, as she just didn't find one that she dreamed about, and we both decided we don't have time to go far on shopping trips. It may work out about the same anyway, and save us the time and gas to travel and shop. Most plans are in place, and they will print the invitations soon. That really brings home how close it is.
Glenn is scheduled for Botox review on September 29, I'm having a mammogram on the 17th, and I have to make eye appointments, as both Glenn and I are finding our arms are too short! Life begins at 50 hey? Life on the road to the doctors I guess!
Sorry about the long period of no news, I'm probably forgetting about a lot of things that happened at the end of August, but I may remember next time I post.
'Til next time,
Louise
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