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| Happy Friday at the little library! It's a cool, rainy day. I think autumn has finally arrived! Today is community potluck so I'll eat good for lunch. We have some wonderful cooks in this little town. One gentleman brings banana pudding each month. I always look forward to it. Tomorrow I'll be up at the butt crack of dawn, I'm heading to Oklahoma for a Christian Women's retreat. It's a yearly thing and I enjoy it. Y'all have a gorgeous day and weekend!    from me and Gracie! {e:paw |
Happy Halloween from the little library!  I've had NO internet at the library since yesterday morning until roughly an hour ago. Apparently the internet company had an accounting error and suspended our service. Good grief! So, I order Gracie a new crate. One I ordered before "said" it was a large. It was too small and this was several months ago. I ordered an extra large.  It fills my tiny living area!  I have to rearrange this weekend. In spite of this, Gracie loves it! It has more room for her to move around and it's open so she can see everything. I'm glad she's happy.  I did manage to fall while I was setting it up. Do not lean over when you are old and unsteady! I don't know if it was the neuropathy or if I simply lost my balance. One second I was on my feet, the next I was on the floor. I hit my neck on a box and was pretty sore but am mostly okay now... I also fell on Sunday. I was going into the house when I caught my foot between my front porch chair and the step. I busted my knee on the step. It's badly bruised and has some cuts. Good grief! No plans for tonight. A friend said if I stop by the store where he works I "might" get a Snickers bar. Then I'm heading home to hang with Gracie. We don't get trick or treaters in the park where I live. I'm good with that. Have a wonderful rest of your day! from me and Gracie!  |
| For us older folks: 'autumn' is a welcome word, 'fall' is just another four letter word. |
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Reply| Happy Friday Eve from the little library! Life has been noisy here at the library. Someone bought the property across the street and are putting in an Ace Hardware Store. Lots of loud construction equipment has been stealing my peace. Ugh! The former director ,with whom I remain friends, dropped by yesterday. The director where I applied before (and the city decided they didn't need anyone) is going to push for a few part timers so there is a possibility that may open up again. I'm still impatiently awaiting fall. Temps have been in the 90's here. No, no, no! I want boots and jackets, sweaters and jeans weather! It's supposed to start raining and get a little cooler on Halloween. I have a day trip to Oklahoma on the 2nd for a Christian women's conference. It should be nice then...I hope. Y'all have a beautimous day! from me and Gracie! |
| Happy Tuesday from the little library! Hope y'all had a good weekend! Mine was fairly quiet. I had an appointment with the endochronologist yesterday morning. He tends to have an attitude and I was prepared. I haven't seen him in a year. I had a notebook with questions in my lap. He was surprisingly pleasant. He asked what he could do for me and I laid it out for him. He listened and agreed with me. We started at Day1. I had labs done and will see him on the 4th of November for a follow-up. I have a notebook that I'm keeping track of meds, blood glucose readings, and food. It keeps me aware. I just can't eat when I 1st wake up. It's usually around 10 in the morning so I bring my brunch to work. This morning I had oatmeal with apple pie filling, walnuts, and a dash of cinnamon. The library smells like apple pie! Y'all have a gorgeous day! from me and Gracie! |
| Happy Friday from the little library! Now that the board has elected new officers, I'm not being filled in on library business. It's kind of important that I'm told that they've hired a new director. Who is she? Tell me about her. This makes me uncomfortable about whether they will keep me on or not. It's not the entire board. Apparently the new president thinks everything should be kept secret. I'm considering keeping my feelers out for any position coming up elsewhere. It seems I have neuropathy. I don't have pain, just numbness. I see the endochronologist on Monday. I hadn't seen him in over a year. He's a condescending jerk. Sadly, he's the only gig in town and I don't drive in the city. I hope I can stand up for myself and call him on his stuff. It's going to be a pretty weekend here. Gracie and I'll go to the lot and out for a girl's lunch date. I hope to have enough strength to get more stuff out of the house. Have a gorgeous day y'all! from me and Gracie! |
| Is the library public? Even if it isn't... who's running the show shouldn't be a secret. Is this a Texas thing? |
| It's Wednesday at the little library! My weekend of dog sitting went well. Then I ended up in the hospital again.  My blood sugar ran way too high. I felt off before I left the dog sitting gig. It got worse when I got home. I did take an insulin shot. Made a pitcher of tea. When I stood at the counter to pour it, my left leg just flat gave out. It was weird. I knew it was there but had no control. I didn't fall but it came close. I managed to make my big glass of tea, put Gracie in her crate, and opened the front door. My left arm gave, same as the leg. Tea everywhere! I really wanted that tea! I got to my car, still determined to go to work. After sitting for a few minutes, I decided to call for an ambulance. They only kept me for a few hours. The skyrocketing blood sugar was to blame. And potassium and magnesium is low. I'm still running a bit high today but I'm keeping an eye on it. While I sat in my car waiting, a sweet little black cat with green eyes hopped in my lap like it belonged there. It was so sweet! The strange thing is, it didn't purr. No sound, no feel of a purr. Anyway, I'm at work. I've only had 1 person since I opened at 10. Y'all have a gorgeous day! from me and Gracie! |
| Sugar spikes that lead to sudden weakness of limbs are scary, I'm glad you are doing better. Too bad about the tea. |
NaNoNette  - I got chills when I read your answer. I think you are correct! Animals are so amazing when it comes to knowing when something is wrong with a human. It was interesting that it wasn't your kitty, Nikola. I bet she was a sweet beauty, though. |
| Happy Wednesday from the little library! I hope that all who are still dealing with Helene's damage and those who are dealing with Milton are safe. I can't even wrap my mind around what those folks are dealing with. Gracie and I are doing well. We still have our moments but we have more good than bad. I look at her and can't imagine that, merely a week ago, I was trying to find her a new home. We've been enjoying the cooler mornings just being outside...she guarding us from things I can't even see or hear (  ?), me enjoying the sights and sounds and my coffee. The board meets next Tuesday. The president asked for the contact info for Sscep, the government agency that I'm employed through. I tend to jump to the worst conclusions but my hope is that they are contacting them to see what steps need to be taken so that I can stay here.  Y'all have a gorgeous day! from me and Gracie |
| I've had a major change of heart. I had another meltdown last night over Gracie. Afterwards I realized that I've been in a deep depression for several weeks. I wanted to be left alone and Gracie needed my attention and did whatever she had to get it. We had a heart to heart. It was like she understood. She's behaving (for the most part, but hey she's still a puppy). We went to the lot in town and for the 1st time she ran full out and had fun! She's always stuck right by my side. A trip to the feed store for tasty things to chew on and one of the gentlemen knew about Black Mouth Curs. He gave me some history and talked about what good dogs they are. This is a total God thing y'all. He's telling me, "Hey I didn't put you two together just for you to give up on her." I'm in a much happier place today. Have a beautiful day and weekend y'all! from me and Gracie! |
| Hey y'all! I'm still around. I've just had a lot on my mind lately. I've come to a major decision concerning Gracie. I'm an older, unsteady, not so strong woman. Gracie is over 50 lbs. of energy and muscle. She has hurt me just being a rough pup. I had to be brutally honest with myself. She's too much for me. It's tearing me up inside but the best thing for both of us is to find her a good, loving home. There's no way I'll take her back to the shelter. My sister knows someone where she lives that have land and want a large puppy. They spoil their pets. She has reached out to them. I'm waiting to hear back. I hope they will give her a home. It sounds great for her. I want her to be happy. Once I get through yet another loss, I will look for a small, lap dog. It's difficult to find small dogs at shelters because that is what most people want. Buying a dog from a breeder? Have you seen what people charge not only for pure bred dogs but "designer dogs"? It's ridiculous! Designer dogs are mutts y'all! Seriously. I looked at a chihuahua breeder near me. Pets, not show dogs. $1200! There are too many good dogs that need a loving home at shelters and rescues. I don't have to have a purebred dog. I just want a dog to love and be company for me. My riding buddy. Anyway, a lot on my mind. Other than that, now that we have had elections for the library board, things are beginning to look up. There's a new energy. Things are moving. Since I'm kinda going off the deep end, I bought hair dye today. The base will be silver blonde. Then I'm taking a wide tooth comb and putting a pretty shade of purple in streaks and stripes. Ya'll have a gorgeous day! |
| I know you want to do what is best for Gracie and it will be hard for you. When you are ready to look for a small dog, Google local rescue groups. Some rescue groups even specialize in small breeds! Yes, there will be an adoption fee, but it is to a good cause. I would consider adopting an adult dog. They have a greater need for really good adopters, and they are more likely to be more settled down. I often adopt from these kind of groups and I always have a great experience. |
| You are doing what is best for both of you. Good luck in the search for a smaller breed of dog. Love the sound of that new hair color! |
| Craigslist is a good place to look. In my neck of the woods it is the last ditch place to go before surrendering to the humane society. You can find mixed breed dogs of all sizes and ages. Sometimes there are purebred dogs for rehoming fees less than 300 dollars. |
| It's Friday at the little library! I know I haven't been around much. I've just been quiet all around. Not much going on. I did wake up this morning with either a summer cold or the beginnings of bronchitis. Coughing in my chest, achy, just yuck. At least I have 3 days off to rest and recover. Gracie has been on a tear the past few weeks. She's rowdy and getting into things. I think it's the changing of the seasons. It was cooler for a week or two, now it's near 100, then cooler next week. Y'all have a gorgeous day and weekend! from me and Gracie! |
| Happy Tuesday and Happy Birthday WDC!!!!! It's a rainy, cool day and I'm loving it! The lady that they hired over the summer is no longer at the library. It's quiet. Tonight is the first home game for volleyball! I'm excited! Our girls are doing great so far this season. Can't wait to see them play! Enjoy the day! |
| Happy Friday Eve from the little library! It's been a quiet week here and I love it! This weekend is going to be cooler and rainy. I'm so ready! I tend to nest when it gets cooler. I want to cook mostly. I'm making beans and cornbread this weekend! Yummy! Gracie is good. She senses the change in the season coming and has been wound up. My goofy girl! Y'all have a gorgeous day! from me and Gracie |
| Happy Wednesday from the little library! I'm feeling much better though a bit dizzy in the mornings. Yay! So the other library position is a no-go. The city decided to change their hours, cut a day, and no new hires. City budget cuts most likely. That's why the little library is a non-profit and not associated with the city. Libraries are the first to be cut and that's a shame. I'll continue to look. That just wasn't where God wanted me. He has something better in mind. I did tell the board president here that I'd be willing to stay. The board doesn't do anything to raise money so they don't have the funds to pay me. Their loss. Gracie is still her goofy self. While she is settling down some, she still has her moments. She lays her 50+ pound self on top of me while I watch TV and puts her face in the fan. Silly dog! We had a lunch date on Monday and will have another this weekend. She loves to ride so we go to a drive thru, get something to eat and drink, park in the parking lot and eat and watch the world go by. She loves it! I haven't written much in a long time. However, the library where I'm not getting hired has begun a poetry night once per month. This would be a great opportunity to find my inspiration and meet some new folks! Have a gorgeous day y'all! from me and Gracie! |
| Happy Friday Eve from the little library! It's been a week y'all! I went to the emergency room Monday morning. I couldn't draw a deep breath. Well, I had fluid on both lungs and dangerously high blood pressure! I was admitted overnight to get things back in check. It was a scary several hours but I'm better now. I've been a little light-headed in the mornings but it straightens out once I eat something. Blood sugar? Perhaps. I think a combo of that and my body adjusting to new medications. The doctor thinks the migraines were caused by the high blood pressure. I tend to agree. I'm grateful for the people in my life, both locally and virtually. God blessed me with some good ones!  Poor Gracie didn't know what was going on, just that Mama left in a hurry. She, and I, were grateful to have me back home. She'll be 7 months old next week and she is settling down more and more. My goofy 50+ pound baby likes to lay across me when I watch TV. It's kind of warm in the little house right now, but that will feel wonderful come colder weather! I love that dog! Y'all have a gorgeous day! Hug your pets and tell your loved ones that you love them! I love y'all! from me and Gracie |
| I had headaches that I didn't even think to associate with high BP. The medical practice I attend pulled me in for a check. I was 150/105 and was put on medication that same day. As my BP went down, the headaches diminished as well. Hopefully you'll see the same benefit, though it does take a couple of weeks for the BP meds to really kick in. |
| Oh, please take care of yourself! even though, we now, live on average, four to five times longer than the 60 billion humans who came before us in these last 2000 years. This accomplishment is only about two hundred years old. I will offer that the scientists who study this, claim the number one reason for our improved longevity is our learning to not crap where we eat, and washing our hands. I would have thought it was new and modern medicines, but according to their studies, frequent washing of hands alone has doubled the life expectancy of dozens of what we call third-world countries. We all love our pets, but one should check out how many germs they share with us, many picked up from the outside world and simply carried in on their fur. Wash up after loving on your furry, and maybe use a soft blanket between you and your pet when she feels like snuggling. My sister-in-law was always complaining about colds and sinus issues until her Jack Russell passed last year. So far, this year she has only suffered one episode of sniffles. With all the rain, what if your breathing issues were a reaction to mold spores picked up from your yard by a loving friend? Note: I am not claiming, I know anything, about anything. However, I do believe in using observations to my advantage. Just saying ... how much does it cost us to test any off-the-wall idea? |
| Happy Wednesday from the little library! Tomorrow is the last day of summer reading! Yippy!!!!! I started organizing the kid's room last week between patrons and migraines. It's a mess! And this is only the fiction area. The nonfiction is worse. Things are afoot here. I'll update y'all as I know more. As for the other library position, they will begin interviews next week. Of the many applications/resumes they received, there are 2 librarians and several teachers. I know I made the interview cut. It will probably go quickly from there. At least it did with my former supervisor. It's hotter than fried hell here. We are under a heat advisory until 9 tomorrow evening. My little a/c at the house isn't keeping up and it's very warm in there! Gracie doesn't like the heat any better than I do. We'll be fine. Lots of water and laying in front of several fans. These are the hottest temps, so far, this summer. I really hope we've peaked. Y'all have a wondermous day! from me and Gracie |
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