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16 days to Halloween
Posted by doggonedmysteries
We are somewhat ready for the hordes. Candy is stockpiled along with small toys. I need to drag props down from the attic. However, I’ve been on the lazy side and am thinking of bringing down only my better props this year and leaving the simple stuff in the attic.
What can I say? The idea of dragging it all back to the attic this years is the kicker. I’m thinking this is a good year to KISS it. (For those who don’t know what that means–Keep It Simple Stupid.)
Vampyre, Zombie Zin, Royal Bitch and Wolf’s Howl wines are waiting to be opened. I’m ready to party.
Posted in Holidays
Tags: Author, Bones, Bull Terriers, Caregiver, Dead, Disability, Doggoned, Halloween, Multiple Sclerosis, Post A Day 2011
Run! She’s got them cotton swabs out again!
Posted by doggonedmysteries
Miss Patty has gone into hiding since I cleaned her ears. Well, actually, she went into hiding before I could clean them. It’s not my fault that she was shaking her head and made me take a look at them. Ew, yucky, they were dirty.
Out came the cotton swabs and tissues then ~poof~ went the dog. She bolted for her kennel and hid as far back as she could squeeze. I swear she even held her breath.
“Have you seen the brown dog, dear?” I pointed to the crate.
“Nope.” DH tried to keep from laughing out loud. “I haven’t seen her.”
“I wonder where Patty is? I bet she doesn’t know I have a cookie.”
The white dog appeared at my feet. Gavin tried to give his paw, do a stick ’em up, even a speak.
“Sorry, white dog. This COOKIE is for the brown dog. It’s your sister’s COOKIE. Maybe if PATTY doesn’t want a COOKIE, you can have it.”
A black nose poked out of a crate door, followed by a brown and white face. Soon I had a brown and white dog sitting at my feet next to the white dog. I gave them both a cookie and closed the crate doors so Patty couldn’t go back into hiding.
The brown dog gave me a killing look and tried to hide behind DH’s chair.
“Too late. Gotcha now.” I cleaned her ears. When I opened the crate doors again Patty went back into hiding.
Posted in Dog related
Tags: Author, Bones, Bull Terriers, Caregiver, Dead, Dog humor, Doggoned, Multiple Sclerosis, Post A Day 2011, Rescue Dogs
Two electronics questions.
Posted by doggonedmysteries
DH is interested in buying either a Wii, a Playstation, or an Xbox keeping in mind that he has MS, has limited mobility, and that he isn’t interested in any of the violent games out there, which would be the best choice for him?
The second question is mine. Of the portable vehicle GPS units, which is the best one for me? I’m looking for ease of use, sound quality, and best value for your money.
Posted in Misc
Tags: Author, Bones, Bull Terriers, Dead, Doggoned, Global Positioning System, Playstation, Post A Day 2011, Wii, Xbox
Anyone want to buy a house?
Posted by doggonedmysteries
Sunday I’ll be going over to the MIL’s house to check on the work the roofer has done there and see all the extra painting the neighbor’s son did inside.
I hope we can buy some flooring for the kitchen soon–it depends on our finances. I’ll be glad to get this place sold. My cardio and mental health don’t need me constantly dealing with a house other than my own.
I think it’s almost time to call Assist to sell. I know I can’t do this myself.
Posted in Misc
Tags: Author, Bones, Bull Terriers, Caregiver, Dead, Disability, Doggoned, Life, Multiple Sclerosis, Post A Day 2011
Sunshine, the happy vitamin
Posted by doggonedmysteries
It’s amazing what a spending a few days outside in the sun can do to lift the spirits. Of course, my being outside means I was working in the gardens, which is also quite therapeutic for me.
I may have some sore muscles but I am certainly in a happier mood than I have been for a while. All the gray skies and rain we had made for a miserable me.
When Mom is happy the pups and DH are happy…
Posted in Misc, my garden, Weather related
Tags: Author, Bones, Bull Terriers, Caregiver, Dead, Disability, Doggoned, Life, Multiple Sclerosis, Post A Day 2011
Lovely weather!
Posted by doggonedmysteries
We’ve had a couple of gorgeous days. This is such a lovely change from all the rain.
Yesterday I decided to take advantage of the weather and get some sun. I took the dogs out to play several times. They were happy about that.
They haven’t forgotten how to jump through the Hula hoops. This is the first time in quite a while we had that sort of fun.
I even got in some weeding.
Unfortunately the ground is still saturated, it’s going to take at least a week or two to dry it out to a point where the rain won’t just run right off.
Posted in Dog related, Weather related
Tags: Author, Bones, Bull Terriers, Dead, Disability, Doggoned, Dogs, Multiple Sclerosis, Post A Day 2011, Writer
Free Cannas!
Posted by doggonedmysteries
Who wants Cannas? It’s time to dig them out and I have far too many for my gardens. These are red cannas and are quite tall–most of mine grew to over six feet in height.
I am giving them away to whomever of my friends wants to come and dig them out. Be prepared, they have large roots, bring a strong shovel and plenty of containers to hold them.
Then all you need to do is store them until spring and when the danger of frost is over, plant them.
Posted in my garden
Tags: Author, Bones, Bull Terriers, Caregiver, Dead, Doggoned, Gardening, Gardens, Multiple Sclerosis, Post A Day 2011
We’ve gone batty around here
Posted by doggonedmysteries
At least, we’re starting to. I finally got around to dragging the first several Halloween decorations down from the attic. The front porch is beginning to seem more Halloween festive with the orange and purple lights in black garland.
The spooky placemats are on the table and the spider goblets are ready for the several Vampyre Wines and Zombie Zin I bought yesterday.
I have to take my Japanese tea set upstairs and bring down the spider candlelabra to replace the tea set on the center of the table.
Gargoyles, spiders, skeletons, and ghoulish things are beginning to wander into the house decor. The dogs have stopped barking at the haunted mirror after two days.
Yes, we’re getting batty…
Posted in Holidays
Tags: Author, Bones, Bull Terriers, Caregiver, Dead, Disability, Doggoned, Halloween, Multiple Sclerosis, Post A Day 2011
Don’t throw birds
Posted by doggonedmysteries
The dogs and DH were down for the night. For about the tenth time, I wondered why the hell I ever downloaded Angry Birds. I should’ve known better. I am easily addicted to games of this type.
Is there an Angry Birds anonymous?
Do they have meetings?
If you haven’t tried the damned game don’t cast stones at me….
Posted in Misc
Tags: Author, Bones, Bull Terriers, Caregiver, Dead, Disability, Doggoned, Multiple Sclerosis, Post A Day 2011, Writing
Volunteers?
Posted by doggonedmysteries
Yes, I’d love to have an army of volunteers to get the remaining work at the MIL’s house DONE. I haven’t wanted to deal with it during my recovery period and then a little while afterwards too. My doctor released me from most restrictions now.
The time has come that I need to get back over there and get everything done–things aren’t going to do themselves. Anyone out there know how to install attic steps? That’s the next thing I need to buy after the kitchen flooring…
We do NEED to get the house sold, the taxes are going to put a hurting on our bank account if we don’t. Mom’s bank account will be empty as soon as we pay the roofer. Now all expenses will directly hit us in the wallet.
The house MUST go!
Posted in Misc
Tags: Author, Bones, Bull Terriers, Caregiver, Dead, Disability, Doggoned, Life, Multiple Sclerosis, Post A Day 2011
OOOPS!
Posted by doggonedmysteries
I don’t know how I missed loading one of my bags into the cart at the grocery store. I think it’s sort of funny that I didn’t notice I was a bag short until almost midnight last night.
DH had wandered back downstairs and agreed to make a midnight run to the store to see if they had my bag of items still sitting there.
We walked in and sure enough they had it! What a relief, cleaning products are pricey, and that bag was loaded with them. I even got my cloth bag back.
Posted in Misc
Tags: Author, Bones, Bull Terriers, Caregiver, Dead, Doggoned, Life, Multiple Sclerosis, Post A Day 2011
I’ve been socked again
Posted by doggonedmysteries
I know I’ve mentioned Sock Dreams before but I had to give them another plug after I got my new socks yesterday. I ordered them Friday night.
These socks are fast becoming an addiction for me. DH seems to enjoy it too. I often crack him up with my choice for the day. Yesterday I wore some that look like pencils. He cracked up when I showed him my feet. It’s fun to make him laugh.
One day in the near future I’ll take a picture of my sock collection. My order added four more pairs.
Tags: Author, Bones, Bull Terriers, Dead, Doggoned, Humor, Life, Love, Multiple Sclerosis, Post A Day 2011
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