Saturday, August 6, 2022

Tonight we had dinner and drinks at Tavares Dog House where Rob Nichols was entertaining. 

It was a fun night! The food was worth waiting for. There was a nice crowd there … lots of people watching. 

Hangin’ with our peeps … 

Ha! Laughed at this sign. 

Friday, August 5, 2022

Good evening from sunny Central Florida. We’ve just had our evening walk ahead of the rain. It was a nice day … not too hot. 

I puttered on a palm pod mask … lots to do yet; Mark went shopping for pizza ingredients. 

It’s a riced cauliflower crust baked first … then toppings added. Truly experimental … turned out pretty tasty! Good job Mark. 

Did I mention our homeowners insurance more than doubled this renewal?  117% increase is ridiculous. So … we had a four-point inspection today and have a plied for insurance from another company. We shall see. 

Wednesday, August 3, 2022

Good morning sunshine! Mark was up early … apparently I was running in my sleep. 😂 It must have been fun as I can’t run since knee surgery. 🤨

Randy phoned last night. They’re thinking of bowling today … and we’ll join in the fun if they do. Makenna and Charlotte had a sleepover last night. 

Our granddaughter Hailey has a 15th birthday this month. Here in Florida she can get a beginner permit. I’m thinking a few lessons might just be the thing. We’ll see what Matt thinks. 

Randy and Dawn were going bowling today with Charlotte and Makenna . So, we tagged along and had some fun. Mark bowled really well … me, very bad. 😳 

Tuesday, August 2, 2022

Good morning. It seems I haven’t blocked for a day or two, been a little busy around here. Yesterday, we went to K’s and did a few little projects. 

Then, we went to a shower door store, and got a crazy quote for a shower door. Heck, I’ve bought cars for less money. 😂

One of the projects was to put a Gila film on the garage window. it’s kind of expensive, but blocks the heat of the sun and gives privacy but still allowing the light to come in. The toughest part was peeling the film to get it started. Yikes.  Mark was laughing at the before and after pictures, so the first one was the Polish version and the next one the American version. 😂

Yesterday morning we went and got our shingles shots. We go back again in two months for the second one. Fortunately, it was covered on our prescription benefits as the shot would be $220 otherwise.  

So after a delicious dinner, Mark and I sat on the front porch with the kids. We had some light rain and a nice cold downdraft. It dropped to 78° and we enjoyed drinks on the front porch. now, it’s 9 o’clock and time to watch ‘the secret of Skin walker Ranch.’ I tell you, it is the best show out there! Love those scientists. 

Saturday, July 30, 2022

Good afternoon. We’ve had a lovely albeit lazy day. It’s 93° in the shade and our claim to fame today is going to Nancy’s at 6 o’clock for a swim with the dogs. 

Nancy sent us a message about 3 o’clock to come over for a swim. After dinner, we did just that. Robbie and BeeZee had a great time, plus had chicken chips for snacks. We were home about 9 o’clock and watched ancient aliens.

Friday July 29, 2022

Good morning sunshine! We were up early and off to a new eye doctor appointment. Fingers crossed! Well, after getting poked, prodded, tested etc. in his eyes, the doctor was unable, or felt the surgery was out of his skill set. He has referred us to another doctor where we now have an appointment September 14 in Ocala. And so the saga of the sagging eyelids continues.  Poor Mark. 

Meanwhile, we had to pop in to Lowe’s and I found two more yellow daisy type plants for Sue and Wayne’s berm, plus a beautiful desert rose for the stony area at their house Next we stopped at Publix as we are out of rice cakes and eggs. Then it was off to the post office to mail Hailey’s birthday package. She’ll be 15! 🥳❤️ Imagine… driving this year!

Tonight, it cooled down to 88 and we took the dogs for a nice ride on the golf cart. We popped over to return Bob‘s shirt that somehow came home with us after the pool party the other night. Ha ha. Anyway, it was returned to him washed and folded. Their new pool is going to be a fun spot. There are a lot of seats all around it. More party time! They will be off scalloping in the Crystal River with their family for a couple of days. 

Then, we sat on the front porch with the dogs while we had a drink and Mark smoked a cigar. it was a pretty good day.

Sue and Wayne went over to Donna and Dennis’s for dinner tonight. They’re fun “lake” friends. More fun. 

Our friend Rick M is on his annual fishing trip. Fishing is so good and the fish so big he’s throwing them back. Whaaatt? 

So that’s the news for today. Ta ta … stay cool 😎 

Thursday, July 28, 2022

Good morning. Mark and Wayne all went to the gun range today to test Mark‘s new rifle. The funny thing is, Wayno treated himself to the same rifle that Mark got for his birthday. Ha ha. Anyway, I had a very good time! 

I took a ride to our jeweler in downtown Eustis, but discovered they are closed until next week … just a summer holiday. That’s common in small towns. I was hoping to have dad‘s old watch done up for myself. It needs a new battery and a link or two out of the band. Anyway, next week. 

This afternoon was game day at Donna’s house. She has a lovely big dog by the name of Shannon who is part Rottweiler and part chocolate lab. She was all wet when I came in, and apparently loves the pool. there were 10 of us there today and we all played Rummicube.