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Mary Grace ~

I know another couple, who has had to postpone their wedding due to COVID. All of the planning to make your wedding day perfect, and then to have to...

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I'm sorry, as I must have missed you mentioning that Marty has lung cancer. Now, I understand why he had fluid removed from his lungs.

My husband, Jim, had Stage IV lung...

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agate ~

Thank you for the links, particularly the Medpage one. It makes sense that the body needs time to develop immunity after the vaccination. I notice the word...

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Virginia ~

I think that your brother should call his physician(s) on Monday to tell them what he's experiencing. I recommend that he monitor his O2 with his pulse ox,...

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Mary Grace ~

It's so good to know that you and your family are healthy and being cautious. These are certainly scary times for all of us, but you have been troopers...

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Today, I encountered two more reputable sources, a physician and AARP, stating that the COVID vaccines do not prevent contracting the virus.


Dr. Jennifer Ashton,...

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Virginia ~

Good idea to run the cap under hot water. That's how I open my bottle of vanilla.

agate ~

If you have an old fashioned can opener, which punches a...

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Sunshine ~

After all you've gone through to have the surgery, it must be so disappointing to have it cancelled. I'm truly sorry that you have to wait longer. You...

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The chickens have come home to roost, and the fox is waiting to invade the hen house.

*peace

Love & Light,

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agate ~

It's sad that your manager isn't more concerned about the well being, safety and health of the residents in her building. It's unfortunate that COVID might...

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Mary Grace ~

While there seems to be conflicting information on whether the vaccines prevent COVID, it is best to err on the safe side, and continue wearing masks,...

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agate ~

Thank you for sharing the CDC link about the vaccines preventing COVID. It seems that there is conflicting information from a variety of sources as to whether...

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Random Thought ~

I don't believe in coincidences. You and your wife were on that road at that exact time to rescue those precious children. Did you both stay there...

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Today, I turned on the news on TV just as the procession for the hearse carrying Officer Brian Sicknick from the morgue to the mortuary began. This journey, with the...

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Today, I watched an interview with Dr. Sanjay Gupta by Stephen Colbert. Dr. Gupta stated that the COVID vaccine will not prevent people from getting COVID. The vaccine is...

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Mary Grace ~

Great photos as always! Love the gingerbread house and Paul. Gorgeous sunset! I love sunsets.

I bought Jim an under the desk cycle from Amazon. I...

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agate and Virginia ~

Your tales of trying to get your meds just infuriates me! I'm reminded of all of the roadblocks I encountered trying to get meds for Michael,...

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agate ~

So very kind of you to deliver your neighbor's package to him. Anything labeled "critical" and "refrigerate" should receive special treatment. At the very...

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agate ~

You are so right about the probability of COVID hitting your complex. It sounds like your neighbors are medically vulnerable and Seniors. You also live in...

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Sunshine ~

I am so sorry that your family is having medical issues. I am sending healing prayers and positive energy for all of your family.

Thank you, everyone...

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funnylegs4 ~

Of course, I am praying for your coworkers. Please update us periodically on how they are. Healing prayers, and positive energy on the way.

You...

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Linda ~

That is an ideal situation, where three or more friends can share a home and split the cost for care. As you said, it is dependent upon circumstances bringing...

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I've had a Hamilton Beach can opener for years, maybe the same one Virginia and agate have, and it works great. I don't have the strength in my hands to use a manual can...

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agate ~

This thread is a good idea.

I'm sorry to hear that one of the residents in your building has COVID, and I'm relieved that this person hasn't had contact...

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agate ~

I don't mind reading in boldface. I prefer it to all caps. Doesn't Jeanie use boldface for her posts? It's been so long, since she's posted that I can't...

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Sunshine ~

I hesitated to say that roaches are a problem in Florida, which I know from having visited Florida a few times and knowing friends, who lived there. And,...

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Ted Cruz et al's coup became reality this afternoon, when DT supporters stormed the Capitol. DT incited his followers to march to the Capitol in a rambling rally prior...

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ANN ~

Thank you for your thoughts and positive energy for me over the holidays. They were emotionally strenuous, painful, lonely, and all that I anticipated. I...

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Random Thought ~

This looks like a handy gadget. It will replace my lifelong technique of boldly tapping the edge of the jar lid on the concrete floor to break the...

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Virginia ~

Thank you so much for this update on Jeanie. I can only try to imagine how frustrated she is and how much she wants to go home.

That's tremendous...

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Mary Grace ~

I'm so sorry that I haven't responded to your post after all of this time. I do hope that the Christmas lights will come down safely without any...

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Linda ~

Your soup sounds similar to a corn chowder. The orange juice must have kicked up the flavor a bit. Good for you walking a mile! I need some motivation to go...

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I'm so sorry that Marty is having health issues. Two quarts of fluid off a lung is quite concerning. I know, as I went through that with both of my sons. Usually means...

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Sunshine ~

Zofran is one of the nausea meds Jim tried. He had a side effect, but I can't recall now what it was. It didn't help his nausea, so he stopped taking it. ...

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Mary Grace ~

Thank you so much for sharing these adorable photos of Rue, who obviously decided that she is a Christmas ornament! I'm just glad that she could get in...

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Virginia ~

I'm so glad that your SIL is improving, and that your brother seems to be mending. I hope his fever is gone, and his SATS are holding steady. How...

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Mary Grace ~

Thank you for sharing your wishes for the new year. I wish the same for you and all of our dear friends here.

Changes are in the...

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Congratulations on your stimulus checks. I still haven't received the first one! I had to return the one sent to me and Jim.

My computer came...

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Virginia ~

I’m so sorry that your brother isn’t doing well. Has he or SIL called his doctor? How low do his SATS drop? Below 90 is a need for O2. COVID is noted for...

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Virginia ~

I hear you! I feel your frustration!

To me, a tablet/iPad and Smart/iPhone are redundant. My friends all insist that I should have an iPhone, because...

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Chris ~

I've heard of a variety of New Year's Eve food traditions, usually involving peas (black eyed peas are especially popular) to bring good luck in the new year. ...

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Just looking at those photos, I had to put on a jacket! I'm glad you have the John Deere and the blower, but that still is a lot of work. Do you and Marty have plans for New...

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Walmart is on my list of Instacart stores, so at least here, Walmart uses Instacart for deliveries.

Our Instacart tips go directly to the shoppers. They are...

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Virginia ~

I also have an iPad, but I don't have WiFi, so I use cellular data. The problem for me is that the cellular data gets used up rather quickly, if I'm using...

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I'm so sorry that your coworker has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. I am not an expert by any means, but I have learned from urologists, who treated Jonathan about...

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARY GRACE!

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What a beautiful photo of you and your daughter. You are a youthful 60, my friend! I'm so sorry that you haven't seen your mom in...

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Virginia ~

It's good to hear that you aren't overly sore today. How kind of your youngest brother to help you and your brother and sister-in-law. I hope it is no...

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Sunshine ~

Yes, that is the one we used in the hospital.

A person commented about this product (might be the first comment) that it helps to wet your hair and...

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Yes, I live in sunny Southern California, which is currently being pelted with hail, with winds of 40mph and tornadoes predicted as a possibility.

I lived in the Midwest...

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Virginia ~

Oh no, dear! Do you think that you may have sprained or otherwise injured yourself, which might require attention? I know, this isn't a good time to go to...

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When Jon or Michael were in the hospital, we used No Rinse Shampoo, supplied by the hospital. It's liquid, not dry, and it lathers, but you don't need to rinse it. ...

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Howie ~

Bummer that your nephew didn't bring you a meal! At least you and Sam had turkey, so I hope you had a pleasant Christmas together.

Virginia ~

I'm sorry...

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I hope that you and Marty had a nice Christmas dinner together yesterday. It certainly looks mighty cold there, but I suppose you're used to it. Our squirrels don't fly, but...

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Mary Grace ~

"COVID Relief" baskets ~ what a clever gift! I'm so sorry that you can't gather for Christmas, but Skype or Zoom is the next best thing to being...

*candleMERRY CHRISTMAS!*candle

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Dr. Seheult discusses everything we need to know about Vitamin D3 in the video. At one point, he cites a study, which indicates that...

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Today, I just happened on this video on YouTube, hosted by Professor Roger Seheult, MD, who is with the Loma Linda University Hospital in California. This hospital is...

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Virginia ~

I'm so sorry that your brother and sister-in-law have COVID and that you were exposed.

Did you also wear a mask, when your SIL visited on Tuesday? I...

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Happy Holiday! Merry Christmas!

Mary Grace ~

I'm so sorry that your son's girlfriend has been quarantined, as I suppose your son is quarantined. I pray that...

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agate ~

Happy Festivus To You Too!

Jerry Stiller, who made Festivus famous on Seinfeld, passed earlier this year. We lost many great artists and good people this...

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Parsi ~

Agate is correct that typing in all caps is regarded as shouting on the internet.

My vision problems are increasing with age, naturally, so while I don't...

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Brian ~

Alas and alack, no, my community does nothing to stop mosquitoes and the WNV threat every year. They post warnings on our street light poles, which should...

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Virginia ~

Congratulations to your niece and her husband, your brother and wife, you and your entire family! May she have an easy pregnancy and delivery. If the baby...

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I've enjoyed reading everyone's amazing facts and experiences!

Brian ~ I am far less concerned about Murder Hornets than I am about mosquitoes carrying West Nile...

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funnylegs4 ~

Thank you for sharing the CDC information on the vaccine.

I have seen interviews with people, who have received the vaccine, and so far no one is...

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Thank you ~

Jim and I were vigilant about our boys' care, which I am sure is one reason why they lived as long as they did. We gained the respect of the ICU doctors,...

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In case you haven't heard about it ~ apparently a mutant variation of COVID-19 has been detected in the U.K., causing Boris to issue restrictions and a lock down.
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Sunshine ~

I'm going to answer your questions, based upon my experience with nursing facilities and rehabs.

They are understaffed chronically. The staff are...

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This is such an excellent result, and I join everyone in being happy for you. What a tremendous relief this will be for you, especially after you've gone through the weaning...

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Aww... poor little elf, all by himself in a forest of spiky trees.

Howie, you're right about eye strain. Try looking at the picture from the top with only a small...

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agate ~

What a wonderful program Warmth for All is! So, your hats are gifts to those in great need. I am sure everyone, who receives your hats, will love and...

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agate ~

Your hats are beautiful! No wonder your hands/wrists were sore. Are these gifts? You could have a cottage industry and sell them on line. What a relief...

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Virginia ~

Thank you so much for sharing this update on Jeanie with us.

Her frustration is quite understandable. She would probably benefit from two PT...

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SweetChoco ~

I agree with funnylegs4 that your anxiety is typical among most people, not just in the U.S. but globally. Staying at home on lock down is stressful for...

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funnylegs4 ~

Please do not apologize, my friend.

My sadness is derived from the loss of our membership here. I remember when CN was thriving with hundreds of...

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This is such good news! I am so happy to hear from you again!

I have followed your journey all of these years, and I know the challenges you confronted with various AEDs. ...