Well, floating along in the same boat has become easier recently what with almost constant rain, storms and hurricanes. : ) I liked your post about being in the same boat. I also like Ghost Horse - it must be gratifying to be able to water paint and enjoy enough talent to produce beautiful paintings. How long have you been painting? I used to sing and play guitar, even professionally into my 30s. It was fun. I also remember playing at home for hours, losing myself in the music. At some point, the songs seemed to be sadder and playing became more difficult. Wish I had the enthusiasm to pick it back up -- after so many years, I'm rusty of course, and even I am amazed to find I've turned into ... well, I'll leave it at that. LOL

I hope the cold weather holds off long enough for you to enjoy the company of your flowers for quite a bit longer and avoid the worsening pain of the cold. My body no longer handles the cold very well - it's startling how much difference it makes. It's good to see you on here again.

@paracat Since you are so sensitive to the cold, have you had your thyroid checked recently? I have been having sweating/flushing every time I eat anything, even a snack, for about a year now. I asked my doctor (PCP) about it several times during this time. He finally referred me to an endocrinologist who told me my sweats are caused by taking too much thyroid medication! He had me stop for 3 days, and then started me back with a much lower dose. Im feeling SO much better now. Sensitivity to cold is a symptom of too low of thyroid hormones. See if there is something going on there.

Thank you, Gail. A good thing to bring up with my doctor when I see him in a couple of weeks.