Sept 12, Hi Teresa, Things have sorta slowed down to a lower roar! Last Monday 10th) turned out to be a fairly nice day. This last week my washing machine decided to not pump the water out so have had to purchase another. Think this one is at least 15 years plus, so I've not lost anything. Just about 9 days of wash to do. I can do that is several loads after my grandson picks up the washer and bring it home for me. So should get the washer today, hope so anyway. Along with that it started to rain this morning and everything is all wet. Haven"t had a real rain since at least last April. So it was due to have a good soaking. Started to tell you that the local Elk's club held a dinner for "Widow's " and I was invited to attend. So I called them and told them I would be delighted to attend, however I am unable to drive anymore, and could someone pick me up. Lady called back next day and told me she had located a gentleman who would come get me, and then after the dinner, bring me home. Couple of my boys weren't too excited for me to go with some one we didn't know, but I just told them that I would be ok and so that cooled them off a little bit. The dining room was decorated very nice and with flowers on all the tables.
Would I like to have something to drink. By all means, that would be just great. I sat at a table with three other ladies, visited with them and had a very nice time. Dinner was Chicken with some ham in it with potatoes, gravey, rolls, carrots mixed with squash and spices. Strawberry shortcake for desert.. The gentleman who picked me up knew one of my sons and one of my grandsons. I live about 25 miles from the Elks Club and we had a nice conversation going both ways. The evening was just great and yesterday I sent a email to our local newspaper, telling about the invite/dinner and a public thank you to the Elks. Over the years when a "club/business or whatever" I would always write a note to the newspaper and voice my thanks. I think that was a very nice gesture for a business / club to do.
My #2 Son is having a really bad time after the death of his wife couple weeks ago. Next Spring sometime is when the service for her will be. Hopefully by then things will be somewhat better for him. Prayers for the family would be nice. Thanks Teresa for listening. It really helps to be able to "talk". and get some relief from stress. Nancy shortshot: