Today, Is Monday May 11, 2026: This Is What Happened.

 

Decided to start with Sunday Five, and I know it is Monday. If you want to check out others please click here at PENGUIN

1: Where are you going this week?  I know I will be leaving town this Thursday to go to see the surgeon, who did my boob reduction. I will stop in Walmart and get a few items. I don't see spending over $10.

2: What will you do this week? I have a few things plan, not saying I will totally complete any of them. Here is three things I hope to take a stab at or complete...Mop, toaster, and yard.

3: Will you watch the sunrise one morning this week? I would say the odds are real good to see the sun come up.

4: What will bring you joy this week? Lot of things will bring me joy. My husband asthma getting under control.

5: Who will you tell that you love them this week? My family.

Today Is Sunday, May 10, 2026: This is What Happened.

 

I did go to my Granddaughter birthday party yesterday. But I first want to start with RIVER question. Why are there chains on your lawn? Can you rake the lawn before mowing?
I hope three weeks at a time isn't too much for you, the travel time can be tiring too, though I know you are younger than me. I know I couldn't do it, I can manage a few hours with the twins once a week and their mother is still there the whole time too!
It would be nice if your new neighbors can keep an eye on your house and get your mail.

The simple answer was at times I can be stupid. I know one should walk the yard to look for items that could cause damage to the lawn more. We had a chain that braced up a rock. And I don't recall the reason it was removed, and toss in yard. Not taken care of.

We have an riding lawn mower, and I ran over the chain and it was caught up in the deck, where the blades are at. We got the chain out.

Had a great time at Bree party, she got a lot of gifts. And she was one happy girl. Lot of kids there.

My son Sawyer came up from Medford Oregon. And both also my son Bart and his wife was there, with there 2 girls. So glad I had the chance to see my entire family in one spot.

Beef here is so expensive, and the senior center is serving Beef Stew, and with biscuit, and apple crisp. As I'm in town I need to drop of my water bill. Pick up some photos to give to Qunella, and make an appointment with someone to help me with a techie problem I'm having. Other people took photo on phone and send them to me. I like to put get them on google photos.

During last week, I was working on photo book for my sons and there family Christmas gift. I had fun playing around with this photo. The man in the background is Charles Stansell (1864–1938), the 3rd great-uncle of Bart and Sawyer. 
The woman in the light-colored blouse is Jeannie Stansell (1861–1941), their 3rd great-aunt.
The woman in the dark blouse is Isadora “Dora” Stansell (1852–1923), their 2nd great-grandmother.

Estimated date: circa 1895–1905.

Wednesday, I need to go to the doctor who did my boob reduction Thursday. This should be my last appointment. My friend Qunella mention about going down to Sandpoint to get a few things. I wonder if she want to take a trip that day.

This last week I did a little art. Not sure if my friendly little monster, had his quotes. And the flowers, in my watercolor class. 

“Community is not a fix box-it's layered”

We are stitched together by spared space. But we also choose which space we stayed in”

“Belonging is fluid identity is relational”

“At times that the same person can appear in the same box”

I'm taking part in SUNDAY IN THE ART ROOM.

Today This Friday, May 8, 2026: This Is What Happened.

 

I plan to blog yesterday. But I was dragging though most of the day. I took the wrong set of medication. I took my evening pills in morning. I did mange to do my usually chores.

I had set bounds with my son when it comes to watching the kids. I told him, that I would be willing to come down for three weeks. And then I will go back home for two weeks. If needed Grandpa or I would come back for anther three weeks.

Actual I would like to figure how both Murphy and I could go down the same time. We worry about someone squatting in our home. The closes house is empty. Then the next closes place is a quarter mile away.

Going to my youngest Granddaughter Bree birthday tomorrow. Not sure if Murphy going or not. He been having issue with asthma. Personally I think he should go to the doctor, and get around of steroid or a shot. But majority of the time, one can only suggest. After the senior center I will come back and wrap up the birthday present. I will stop in at the thrift store , and find birthday card. Usually they're under .50¢. I find price of cards ridiculous. I need also stop at bank and get $20. For Grand children birthday we're donating $20 for them to get there book printed and or publish.

The other day I was mowing the lawn, and ran over a chain. And it got sucked up in the blade area. Last time Murphy mowed the lawn, he did the same thing. I even went and picked up the other chain, and for some reason, I didn't see the other one. Got one of the boxes that was full of bedding done, under the stairs. Monday I will move on to anther box.

Now for the good news. I notice someone is moving into the place next door. Notice a kid walking across the drive way. We don't leave all that much. But hopefully when we're gone they can watch our place, and pick up our mail.

Coffee is on

Today is Tuesday, May 5, 2026: This Is What Happened.

 Just got up, well maybe 10 minutes ago. The sun been up way before me. Murphy asthma been acting up. Also the pine pollan is in full force. So we been staying inside. Not a happy camper. 

Later on I want to talk to Sawyer. He want us or one of us to come down to Oregon to watch the kids. He and wife got divorce. One of the issue they had, was him working. I don't know all the details, and don't want to know all the details. But quite a few times he had to leave work, and come home. Sawyer doesn't bad mouth his ex, he mention a few things here and there. He has said the company he works for is pretty laid back, and other places wouldn't tolerate someone having to leave..

I need to remind him Grandma and or Grandpa, don't have the energy, And there is a difference between parenting and grandparenting. But the ideal spending some time with my grand children excites me. 

But we need some type of boundaries on before I go down. Plus I'm looking forward going to Oregon possible. 

Maybe this afternoon I will get chance to mow the lawn. But I need to do a few things at home before we take off to the senior center. Like go though some sheets, we have to much bedding mostly sheets, and they could be donated to the thrift store. And I need to re talk to the eye doctor. I know I have cataracts and I need them see where there at. Not sure the reason why but some the Optician send people down to Coeur d' Alene for eye surgery. And I rather go to the one in Sandpoint. It closer and he does a good job. 

Coffee is on. 

Today Is Saturday, May 2, 2026: This Is What Happened.

I have hunch this is going to be fairly short post. Yesterday I put photos in for a photo book. I know I mentioned that I did two subscription with CHAT BOOK. This Is the first time having issue to get them printed. I been trying to get it to print since a little bit after dinner. Not sure if the issue is my internet speed.

I'm guessing Tuesday if things don't work out for my photo book. I will go into the library a little earlier. See usually we eat lunch at the senior center on Tuesday.

Not sure why I'm tired today. I even had half cup of coffee in the afternoon. I thought of taking a small nap. But if I nap it throws my sleep off.

I really didn't do all that much. Nothing major. Murphy and I took some trash over to the transfer station. We took 10 bags of garbage. I'm not sure how much trash we make.

Hopefully I'm a little more awake. Gas here is between $4.45 and $4.80 a gallon. I try to keep my travel down.

Coffee is on.

Today Is Thursday, April 30, 2026: This Is what Happened.

 

I made the choice to take part in Thursday 13, which we list 13 items. I'm listing 13 things that start with the letter B. And my thoughts on each of them. Here is the link to other PLAYERS

1. BLUETS-The other day I ran into a word. I didn't know what it meant. It flower that grow low to the ground.

2. BEEF-I like all kinds of meats. Beef is quite expensive but one of our store is offering ground beef for $3.98 a pound.

3. BEETS-I like beets. It has lot of iron in it. It been a while since I had havard beets.

4. BLUE BIRDS-Is Idaho state bird. Really haven't seen many this year. 

   
   
   

5. BIRTH-I gave birth twice. Generally speaking giving birth was fairly easy.

6. BOUNDARY- Is the name of the county I live in. To the east it boarder with state of Montana, and that county is called Lincoln. To the south it boarders Bonner county, still in Idaho. To the west it boarders it Pend Oreille County, which is in Washington. Than our the Northern part goes into Canada.

7. BLOG-I been blogging for 21 years

8. BULLET JOURNAL-Just finish sitting up my bullet journal for May, Here 3 stats from my blog. My blood pressure runs around 125/61. We got 1.50 inches of rain, or 3.81cm. Let look at some money facts. This month we took in $2,143, we came into a small win fall. But this month 26% of our income went to medical.

9. BEULAH-Is an Aunt of mine. She has past, she was 6 year younger than my mom. I use to call her Boo.

10. BUCK-Is an Uncle of mine. His real name is Charles. He was 4 years older than my mom. 

    
    
    

11. BUTTERY-I like buttery pop corn

12. BIBLE-I have never read the bible from front to back. But what I read things that I do question. 

    
    
    

13. BOOKS-I read them. Right now I'm reading the book I had printed. I'm waiting for a book to come from the inter-library program.

Off to art with Greta. Never know what we're going to do. Last time we paint on rocks. I still need to pull some photos off my camera.. It looks like we need a new set 4 tires. Washed white today. And mange to take a walk.

Well today and once again. I end up randomly pick NICOLE. And her is her comment...

Idaho has always been republican and I venture it will stay that way. One of the reasons we left there 17 years ago.

I do recall a time Idaho, the Northern part wasn't all wack out, what I call White Christian Nationalist. It seems like when Reagan came in to office. Idaho got swept by becoming super conservative ideals. I don't know if I will be around to see any changes here in Idaho. I'm worried at this time about these three candidates. HENDRON , CORNEL RASOR , and JANE SAUTER

Coffee is on.

Today Is Monday, April 27, 2026: This Is What Happened

 

Still need to the basket of laundry down to the washer. Our washer and dryer is in the basement. Did a little bit in my May bullet journal. Had to make a few phone calls this morning. I knew I had a doctor appointment on the 14^th, but didn't recall the time. Plus made an eye exam for the 20^th of May. Then just light general work around the place.

The 19^th people of Idaho goes and vote for US senate and our Representative, which I need to study. I have looked over our governors race. For me it toss up between our current governor, and one other. I believe six people is running for governor race in Republican ticket. I just might leave it blank. For my other state and local election I know how I will vote. Idaho is close primary state, and hopefully this can EXPLAIN IT. I'm what other might call a RHINO.

Our state capital is Boise. Here is numbers Republican verse Democrat elect who we send to our State capital. We have 35 Senate seats and they're 29 Republican and 6 Democrat. Now let look at our Representatives which their 70 of them. 61 Republican and 9 Democrat. I ask Chat Gpt if they see any major change in our up coming election for our state....No major shift is expected. Idaho remains strongly Republican, and primaries typically decide outcomes. The main changes to watch are within the GOP (establishment vs. more hardline conservatives), not between Republicans and Democrats. I had to ask about the two northern counties. No major shift is expected in Bonner and Boundary counties.

Both are deeply Republican areas, and your region (District 1) is currently held entirely by Republicans.
Recent signals show the real competition is within the GOP primary, sometimes decided by very small margins.

Bottom line: expect internal Republican shifts, not a Democrat breakthrough.

I'm using this comment for a response. Although I will leave no link. It someone trying I believe to sell me something....center tables from Vibecrafts are designed to fit modern living spaces with ease. Built for everyday use, they offer the right mix of style and function. Explore options that help keep your living room organized while adding a neat and balanced look to your home.

Don't they reliaze this house hold is poor. Or I would rather use the term low income. My furniture and such get used. Even if we had money new cars and furniture is not on top of my list of items. Sure my flooring and counters could be replaced. Silly company don't they relies our take home income most month is at $1,183. And before fall I need to pay the 2^nd half of our property taxes, car, and house insurance. I just don't see them send me anything toward these up coming bills. Silly company.

Coffee is on.

Today Is Sunday, April 26. This Is What Happened.

 

This is my first time taking part in, SUNDAY STEELING. And here is the five question I will answer to the best of my knowledge.

1. Has anyone ever told you they would love you forever? I don't recall. In our wedding vows. I know there we said until death do us a part. A few times I thought of killing my husband. The only thing saved my husband, the thought of him resting peace, which at time he didn't deserve at that time. 

2. Who is the last person you were in the car with? My husband, we been together 43 years. 

 3.  Do you have big plans for tomorrow (Monday)? I wouldn't call them big plans. I still need to do my weekly plan in my bullet journal. How long do you typically spend in the shower?

4.  How long do you typically spend in the shower? I would guess some where around 5 minutes. Growing up we had a shower time limit. Or my mother would go basement, and turn off the water. She even did on her husband. But when she was not at home. Then showers was longer.

5. What were you doing at 7 AM yesterday (Saturday)? I know I was up. Having my morning coffee. I'm a morning person. 

Here is some other players who also took part in SUNDAY STEELING

The weather act like it want to rain. Quite blustery off and on though out the day. I want to get out with the weed wacker. Work on the raspberry patch. I hope I get chance tomorrow.




Went to town and got some grocery, spend $32.81. Also notice gas also went up. I don't see going to town until Tuesday. I will top off the tank then. I also went to down town, and did some walking.




I been hooked on the TRANSCENDENTALISM. I still waiting for A PALE VIEW OF HILLS from our local library, which they're getting it though the inter-library program. After that I'm going to read, WALDEN. But in mean time I'm reading a magazine. Usually if I'm in waiting room, I will read a magazine. I don't have any magazine subscription either on-line or by mail.




Yesterday. And hopefully I can keep it up. I went to one of comment someone left and try to expand on it. So today. One is SUSAN SAYINGS I like quiet when I read and when I study. If I am creating or blogging, I like to listen to music. I didn't know what Smelly Cat was either. Have a great weekend!

I pretty much learn to do things with back ground noise. I'm thankful when my husband buts on his head phones, and goes on his tablet. When I was at my son place in Oregon. I read 3 books and did up some crossword puzzle. Since I been back I haven't did a crossword puzzle.

Coffee is on.

Today Is Saturday, April 25, 2026: This Is What Happened.

 

I'm taking part in Saturday nine. There nice question, base from a song. And here is this week tune, EZRU

1) This song begins with a guy realizing he's home alone. Do you enjoy being all by yourself?

A..I do like my quite time. When I get the chance I turn off everything. But my husband is just opposite he needs back ground noise.

2) He watches the sun throwing shadows on the floor. Which room in your home lets in the most sun?

A...I feel bless I have large window on the east and west side, so I get plenty of light. But when winter comes for me. I lack light on the west side of our home.

3) He sings that he may write a letter to his ex. If you were inspired to send someone a handwritten message, do you have stationery or notecards on hand? What about first-class postage stamps?

A...I have needed supplies to send a handwritten letter. But I do miss having pen pal.

4) This week's band, Better Than Ezra, got their start in Baton Rouge. All the members attended LSU and played their first gig at Murphy's, a bar near campus. When you were in your early 20's, where did you and your friends go to socialize?

A...Mostly house party. In our town they was bar called Mr C. I seem to be there almost every weekend.

5) While the band refuses to disclose the origin of their name, many assume the "Ezra" they refer to is poet Ezra Pound. Do you often read poetry?

A....I didn't read much poetry when I was young. Actual last book I finish was poetry book. I even start to write poems.

6) In 1995, when this song was popular, Michael Jordan "unretired" and returned to the Chicago Bulls. Tell us about a decision you wish you could undo.

A...Sure, I think we all wish we did things different. Most of hind sight is 20/20. Not long go I read the book called “Midnight Library” It was chance for lady had the opportunity to visit different part of her life that might have been. It still didn't come out perfect.

7) Also in 1995, Phoebe Buffay first performed "Smelly Cat." Do you recall what show she sang on?

A....I'm totally clueless. But I will look it up.

8) Legendary New York Yankee Mickey Mantle died in 1995. How is your team doing so far this young baseball season?

A....It been ages since I kept up on baseball, or any sports.

9) Random question: What's in your garage, besides your car (lawn tools, holiday decorations, old paint cans, etc.)?

A...I will only give three item, garbage cans, kiln, and laundry basket.

Here is the other PLAYERS

I decided to look though my comment from yesterday. And take one at random and build a post from it.

Here is the post wrote. Glad you are back. Hope you will show some of your art. Have a nice day.. I'm glad to be back, and I missed my blogger friend. As for the creative things I been doing. Is some writing, stream of conscience. I like to call it free writing. I'm sure I will get some creative time in, during the up coming week. I like to link to Nicole Recipes, COWBOY CAVIAR

Today Is Friday, April 24, 2026: This Is What Happened

 

I wasn't at the pearly gates. Or Gate of Hell. I have no ideal why I haven't been blogging. But here I am.

Nothing big going on. Which I'm excited about. For me it the same oh thing. Just different day.

Went to the senior center and they served Chicken Marasala which was really good. Plus for desert we had Champagne Salad.

Yesterday I went to art up at Greta place, she lives east of me. I notice gas price is ten cent higher then in town. I figure by Monday our will be matching it.

I finish reading, MY CONFESSION, and before that I read, THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY. At this time I'm reading a magazine. Called “Idaho” my friend Lolita gave me. As I wait for my book to come in from the inter-library program. Which will be A PALE VIEW OF HILLS.

I'm going to take the weed eater and do some yard work.

Coffee is on.

Today Is Friday, April 10, 2026: This Is What Happened

One morning I got some photos of sunrise. So I'm linking up with SKY WATCH, and doing a blog post.

Let get this off my chest. My son Sawyer is making some pretty off the wall choices. That simple isn't good. I've always have a good relationship with both of my daughter in law. Even if my oldest and his wife is divorced. She would like to get back with him. Not going into a lot of detail. He went over to the Philippines and meant a woman. Who working in a bar. And now he is sending her money. Tells him story that she didn't the money. I bet most of you can see where this is going.

Went and had my mammogram. Glad that over. And it only once a year. In and out thing. Afterwards I went to drop off some things at the thrift store. From under the stairs. Today is one of my slow days. If plans work out. I will go back under the stair and go though it more.

They had prime rib at our senior center, cube potatoes with peppers and onion in them. Not many enough for little different texture and flavor, nice small green salad. I add blue cheese dressing to mine. I took my peach cobbler home. Prime ribs is something we can't do, out of our price budget. Plus they had there food give away. Got some strawberries.

Coffee is on.