Feel Free to Skip This Post, Colonoscopy Prep Commentary Warning

February 25, 2026 After my recent scare that I might be having a heartattack (I wasn’t.), the hospital doctor who looked after me, set up various appointments with other doctors. Since I had a local Gastroenterologist, I went to see him on Wednesday (February 18). The doctor discussed medical routes we could try. I chose […]

Mostly Just Lazy

February 15, 2026 After my scare earlier in the week, I have been tired. I have been napping a lot. Thursday, the weather was a perfect day, not too cold and not too hot. Bruce convinced me it would be nice to take a walk around Blackberry Homestead. He was right. I felt happy to […]

A Bit of Drama and Now Back to My Regular Program

February 12, 2026 I had planned to write a post on Monday about setting up my IKEA pantry. I woke up on Saturday to the worst case of heartburn I have ever had. It felt like a line of fire across the inside of the middle of my chest. It seemed odd to me; I […]

Bruce Made It Home Safely

January 28, 2026 As many of you know, Bruce’s dad passed away last week. Bruce had asked me to stay home and take care of Nox’s veterinary visit while he went went to say goodbye. Nox is getting shots to help her arthritis. We were expecting to get the check for the RV and wanted […]

Winter Storm Canceled Plans

January 22, 2026 Bruce had planned to leave Jekyll Island today and head back on Saturday with me and Nox. Yesterday (January 21), I saw a winter advisory report pop up on my phone again. I had seen several warnings over the week. I didn’t read them, just scanned the title. I didn’t think much […]

Bruce’s Dad

January 21, 2026 Bruce’s dad passed away in his sleep this morning. It was good Bruce got a chance to be there. I would like to thank everyone who kept us in their thoughts and prayers. Your outpouring of support helped so much during this difficult time.

Bruce Made It Safely to Jekyll Island

January 20, 2026 Update: Later today Yesterday, Bruce called a little after 9:30 PM. He was taking break from driving. He asked if I would be awake for a while. I told him I had planned to stay up until he made it. He said that he had about an hour and a half to […]

Bruce Leaving to Say Goodbye

January 19, 2026 Last night, Bruce called his younger sister and they talked for a while. As Bruce came to bed, he said, “I hoped that helped her some. It seemed to.” I said, “I hope it helped you as well.” His reply was so sweet as he held me. “ You’re what helps me.” […]

Update on my Father-in-Law

January 18, 2026 Bruce and his siblings had a confence call with my father-in-law’s doctor this morning. The doctor was very straight forward about what was happening. Bruce said the doctor was brutally honest. Bruce’s dad’s heart function is at 15% and almost no lung capacity. His body is shutting down. Bruce’s dad has not […]

My Father-In-Law Has More Setbacks

January 17, 2026 I had hoped to be able to share good news about my FIL. I am saddened to share it is not looking hopeful for a recovery. His cognitive functions are decreasing. There appears to be three options right now. Hospice care at home, a hospice care facility, or a nursing home. The […]