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Gwen: I remember years ago when we were looking for homecare for my Mom how expensive it was then - 20 years ago. I can imagine how expensive good homecare is now. Just so hope there will be a solution soon for you. Take care. Hugs, Dee

Karen: The double vision sounds awful - must make you nauseous as well. Glad you discovered a way to deal with it by covering one eye. Understandable you don't attempt to drive. I'm so sorry. I have limited my driving due to traffic, unfamiliar area, and my aged eyes. Only comfortable going on short trips and only in daylight. Good thing I am an introvert so don't mind my company too much. Is the dizziness from your vision issue or your blood pressure medication? I kinda remember your blood pressure medication was an issue for awhile. Like Marg said, "Our Golden Years are Tarnished Years." And now, you have worries about your son. Take care. Dee

Gwen: I do worry that you are being harmed by having Dee displaying her anger at you. I guess I don't understand why she would continue to battle with you if you have assured her of your feelings aren't any more than "friends". If I am overstepping with my comments, please excuse this "old Lady". I am just so sorry you have to be burdened with this as well as your health/pain issues. There has to be a better solution to your care issues. Karen: HA! And, like Marg, I cut my own hair too. I'm not too concerned about style anymore fortunately. Guess at my age and vision issues what I can't see doesn't hurt me. I don't need to go out except to drive down the winding hill to pick up my groceries I have ordered online or go to a nearby doctor's appointment. You mentioned your vision; are you still dealing with the double vision? Marg: Ditto. I don't want to participate in my little family's holidays either, but no way to get out of it. My son wants me to help him make the cornbread stuffing my Mother used to make and he enjoyed eating growing up. Trying to say no to him, but it's hard to make him understand it won't be an easy task for me. First, I have to try to remember how I used to make cornbread. LOL. Am in agreement, "And my problems are so few" compared to what so many on this forum are dealing with. I still find myself crying when I think about what used to be. I let myself cry, then wipe the tears away and push myself to keep on going. I am blessed in so many ways. Kay: So sorry to read you are having heel problems. I do hope you can get some relief. I understand your concern with your diabetes being a factor. Good idea to rest over weekend if you can. Dee

And now the 2024 lies and promises begin! 🤪Dee

Marg: I second your feelings on politicians; also don't like how they spend our taxes, nor do I trust them. Glad you got out and voted. Dee 😊

Gwen: Sorry about your Saturday remembrance. Unfortunately, or fortunately, you have so much on your mind that date may have been blurred for a moment. Hugs. Dee

🤣Marg, you make me laugh so often. Thank you. Big Hug and Good Nite. Dee

Joyce: I so understand the sadness you are feeling today. Even though the years come and go, the emptiness still lingers. Hugs, Dee.😢

Gwen: You are so kind to help your "shower friend" keep in touch with her family with the cash gift. You have a BIG HEART. ♥️ Hugs, Dee.

Marg: Keeping you in my thoughts as you take care of your family. I wish my daughter lived close by so I could sit in the same room and talk like I used to do with my Mom or let her listen to me as your son listens to you. He is a good son. My son wants to do all the talking and can't seem to remember what I told him. I love him to death but have to chuckle at his thinking sometimes. Good thoughts. Dee🙏🏻

Marg: Another hug for you. No, it never quits as we wait for our turn to leave.💕 Dee

Gwen: So sorry you're being affected by the wildfire smoke. According to the weather reports the Puget Sound area will be on air quality alert until Monday. 😢 Keeping you and kay in my thoughts. Hugs, Dee

Marg: Your memory is great to recall I lived in Washington!!! Yes, Gwen is in Seattle and I'm about 30 miles south of Seattle. There has been some smoke in my area but doesn't compare to Kay's area. I imagine Gwen is having more smoke issues than I since the Bolt Creek fire is North of Seattle. There is an air quality alert until Monday. My Granddaughter is suffering some since she has asthma issues. Reading Kay's reports, I won't complain. Dee

So sorry to read your sad news. Take care as you walk this new path ahead of you. I agree, you are blessed to have your family nearby. Dee

Happy Birthday Kay and Kodie. 🎂 Dee

Marge: So good to see you on the Forum again but am so sorry to read about your sister's health. Yes, you do have enough to keep your mind busy. Take care. Hugs, Dee.

Thank you, Mary. So good to hear Marty is safe. Dee

Gwen: Don't want to cause more problems for you, but have you tried the on line email site for King County Auditors office? Real Property Email: propertytax.customerservice@kingcounty.gov ? I always dread dealing with county/federal/state offices on the phone. Dee

Poor Panther. Am sure any relief feels good plus he knows he can trust you. Dee😽

Kieron: Thanks for sharing this site. I have bookmarked site in a couple of places. I don't need it just now since I have family nearby but it has an abundance of information. Dee

kayc: Glad to hear Panther was waiting for you. Have you looked on line for natural treatment of ear mites until you get to Wilco. I remember years ago treating one of my kitties with something around the house. Sorry I can't remember what. Great news the Dilly Bar treat survived. Keeping you all down there in my thoughts. Dee

Oh Gwen: I am so, so sorry you are facing another battle. Still keeping you in my heart and sending strength you will find a way through this. Dee 😢

Gwen: Can only imagine what is going through your mind as you face so many unknowns and challenges. Sending good thoughts and warm gentle hugs. Dee

Karen, Gwen and all: Karen, I can only imagine the pain you experience when you think about the loss of your daughter as well as Ron. Such sorrow we have to face in this life. And Gwen, please know you are in my thoughts, and I do wish whatever is decided for you, you will be able to find a way to feel safe and secure. You are amazing to have survived at your rehab center this long. I still sign on daily just to see how everyone is doing. I just don't have much to add with my boring life. Am still trying to adjust to my new country home after living in the city all my life. Country life does have some upsides. Just the other day got to see the cutest little baby deer with his mother outside my bedroom window. My cataract surgery allows me the freedom to be more comfortable driving and more independent. I don't go anywhere new or different, only drive the same road down the hill into town to the grocery and post office. My doctor appointments are all in the opposite direction and only drive to those places I feel I can manage. I still have conversations with my Bob and crying spells even though it's 7 years since my dear husband passed. Can't say I've gotten over my grief, I just feel for me I've become numb to the pain of his absence. And yes, I totally agree with what Karen stated about the new folks finding this Forum. So very sorry you had to join. Hugs to all, Dee

Gwen: Yep doesn't take much to break down the older we get. I hate how much effort it takes to just get myself out of the house. I'm happier being able to see well enough to drive, but have to plan a short outing to town in short increments. No more getting in the car and being gone for half the day. Now I always have to plan short outings, and once home, I am exhausted. I was invited to an Easter potluck on Sunday with my son and family. Was a fun day and enjoyed being out around people, even though I felt like I was a misfit being without a spouse. Even after 7 years without Bob, the deep pain still remains. It took me two days to get rested enough to get on with my week. The following Monday my son texted the news that one of the little one's, probably 7 years old, tested positive for Covid. Last report she has had mild symptoms and her Mother has tested positive. So far no others who were there have symptoms. Good you tested negative for Covid. Dee