Today Is Thursday, April 18, 2024: This Is What Happened

 

I was surprised that there weren't any letters to the Editor of the BONNERS FERRY HERALD. I guess they got it all out on social media, but who knows about next week? The Herald did run another article about the GAY PRIDE EVENT.

Hubby and his sister left this morning for Lebanon, Oregon. I drove him down to Post Falls. They left a little after 8:30 this morning.

I don't recall the last time I was alone. It feels strange to be by myself. I know I have gone down to Medford a few times with Murphy, and Murphy stayed here. I have sort of, on the light side, encouraged Murphy to fly down to Medford without me.

I plan to go for Chinese Food and Book Talk at the PEARL.

Coffee is on.

Today Is Wednesday, April 17, 2024: This Is What Happened

There was very little going on today. I went to the library to get a printout. We don't own a printer, and I'm afraid I would have more clutter if I did.

Went to my mental health group. Mental health seems like a narrow category. However, at this time, I am not sure exactly what to call it. Our topic was OPEN ENDED QUESTION.

If someone asks me how I am. My answer would be fine.

Send an artist trading card to Arkansas. Hubby is going to the Oregon coast, riding with his sister. They will be going to their Nephew's Celebration of life.

Tomorrow, our local paper will be out. I'm sure there will be some interesting letters to the editor about the coming letters about the upcoming GAY PRIDE. On 3 different Facebook groups, a total of 1,200 comments and or feedback on our forthcoming Gay Pride. Usually, there are only so many comments or feedback. It looks like the gay community got them going. 

 I'm positive there are more comments. I don't belong to all the local Facebook groups, and they drive me nuts.

Coffee is on.

Today is Tuesday. April 16, 2024: This Is What Happened.

 

September 9, 1993 – April 6, 2024

Brice was a kind and loving man. Beloved son, brother, uncle, and grandson. Brice loved his family and friends. Most of all, Brice loved God. Brice loved basketball, football, swimming, and enjoyed the great outdoors. He also loved going to see and counting the eagles with his dad. Brice will be missed by all those who loved him. Brice will forever live in our hearts.

Brice leaves behind his loving father XXX of Albany, sister XXX of Lebanon, sister XXX of Lebanon, sister XXX of Corvallis, brother XXX of Corvallis. Grandmother XXX of Sweet Home, grandfather XXX of Waldport, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Brice was preceded in death by his loving mother, Kim XXX of Sweet Home.

Services for Brice will be held at 1:00pm, Friday, April 19, 2024 

Murphy's youngest brother, son. I'm not going. The main reason is a lack of funds. Sawyer and Betty are less than 2½ hours from Lebanon.

They need help covering BRICE's celebration of life. 

I enjoyed taking photos the other day and sharing them. Senior Center is sort of open. We got some scones. 

I need to be more consistent in my weight loss. I find it difficult doing my well-being diary over at FAT SECRET

Coffee is on.

Today Is Monday, April 15, 2023: This Is What Happened

Small things just kept happening. Nothing major. Couldn't get to blogging.

Yesterday, I was generally on the sore side. If I sat or stood too long, I hurt. I took a bunch of short walks, mainly around the building on our property.

Saturday, April 13. I was busy. It was all good.

I went for a walk around town, taking my camera and getting some photos. After my walk, I went to my art journal group. I came home and went up to Snow Creek, towards Caribou Creek. Bart was there with his father-in-law, Cyprus. Bart brought his wife, Molly, and their daughters, Claudia and Wendy.

We took a short hike. Cyprus just recently got out of the hospital from heart surgery. He lost quite a bit of weight, and they would like him to put on 15 pounds. He is a tall, lanky man.

Both of the girls got ticks. I've been out in the woods quite a bit, and I haven't yet gotten a tick. Claudia turns eight on April 7, so we brought up her gifts. We also give a gift that both siblings can do together. The parents can join in if they so desire. Something like a puzzle, game, or arts and crafts supplies.

Next birthday is Bree, which is in May.

I got a load of whites on the washing machine. Still above 50 (10 C), almost 60 (15)

Coffee is on.

Today Is Thursday, April 11, 2024: This Is What Happened.

Sleepy. Plus, all day, it felt like Friday. Pretty much the same thing. It's my last day of physical therapy.

I came home and made a page in my art journal. The theme is GEOMETRIC FORMS, and here is what I wrote in my journal. One could read what I wrote in the photo.

There are so many different, so-called boxes. That comes in so many sizes and shapes.

For me, the worst box shape is the one you put in against your will. Some of the boxes we're just exploring. And for whatever reason, that box isn't for you/me. It's okay not to stay. When it comes to boxes, they might be crowded, scary, happy, lonely, and so on. Sorry to say there is no perfect box. They all need entrance and exit.

I'm going to be brave and try AUTOMATIC WRITING. Editor's Note: I will edit the automatic writing. I will type for 12 minutes.

Use a playing card and do an artist trading card with alcohol ink. Interesting effect. Let me tell you, I really enjoy retirement. Even if the money is super low. My social security check is only 505. That embarrassing. Help! I'm having trouble doing automatic writing. It is different on the keyboard. I don't think any ghost is working the keyboard. Good lord, they're horrible types, let alone spelling. What else is going on? Still, crazies are shooting off their mouths about gay pride here. But it is slowing down a bit. Did you hear they pass the H 710 here in Idaho? How many will use it? I decided to give 250 back to my local library so they could purchase books. I know it doesn't work that way. Worried about this year's election.

Frogs eat watermelon. I don't care all that much for watermelon. I got two pounds of strawberries and four pounds of butter, and it cost me $12. Not bad. Everything is expensive. Maybe the chicken will crow. I don't understand why this hate is going around. My way or the highway. Being divided doesn't accomplish anything. It makes our world more unrest. I thought of a better word than unrest. But I couldn't get it typed out. For my ATC cards, I'm doing birds after the birds. I will be doing cats. They meow. I bet most of you already knew that. Surprise, I got this far down the paper. I'm sure it won't be novel. Hope not.

I'm happy. But sometimes I'm not. On the 24th, I plan to check out a local writing group. Sat, there is an art show at the Pearl. Plus, my son Bart is coming up with his family. February is the last time I saw them. Murphy and his sister Faith are going to Oregon for a week starting Friday. Their nephew died. I need to post his arbitrary. He was just in his thirties. Same age as my son. I hope I never have to experience burying a child. My mind just froze. Bart has been battling cancer. But he takes care of it super well.

Here is an article on HOUSE BILL 710

Coffee is on.

Wednesday, April 10, 2024: This Is What Happened.

Let's see what things are done today. Stayed home. And it felt good.

Had my morning coffee with my hubby. I meant to try some AUTOMATIC WRITING this morning before my brain totally woke up. Confession time...I would like to do automatic writing with a keyboard. And use it as a blog post. But I worry about grammar and spelling. 

Hubby and I worked on the raspberries. Now, we will get a good crop.

I've been doing well with my well-being. I finished one page on my zig-zag book, let the Mod Podge dry, and completed one artist's trading card. I've also been either exercising or going for a walk.

Coffee is on.

Today Is Tuesday, April 9, 2024: This Is What Happened.

I could be a jerk here in Idaho. As long as I have no ties to foreign terrorist groups. Yes. I could do a lot of threatening and some damage. Not likely to be charged with anything or maybe a misdemeanor. Because it's my right to freedom of speech.

Here are three links to Idaho domestic terrorists. ONE, TWO, and THREE.

Once in a great while, I will check the Boundary news. Since all the hullabaloo over a small-town gay pride event—I have never been to a pride event—I don't know what really goes on. I'm not sure how accurate this photo is.

I know someone who took her kids to Drag Queen story hour. Her kids weren't afraid of the drag queens, but they were scared of the screaming Christian across the way.

This is the only place I will link to, and the only time I will mention this article: BONNERS FERRY TURNING INTO LGBQ HAVEN.

Now, let's move on to the more reasonable or positive news. I would instead share positive news. Or post it toward the end, so it can be one's thoughts. Murphy and I went to town around 10:30 to finish off some things. We went to the assessor's office and turned in our paperwork for our property tax deduction. We are getting $490 off our property taxes. Walk to the bank and pay our yearly fee for the safety deposit box of $20. The last place in town we had to take care of was to show the accountant the letter we received from the Idaho Tax Commission. All taken care of. I will pay the state tax since I have to go into town. I need to stop at the library and get a copy of my K1 form and letter. Then send it all in.

Oh, before that, we stopped and picked up Murphy's pill and dropped off the chain from the chain from a chainsaw that sharpened the saw.

My last stop was to get some salvaging groceries from the senior center. Tonight, they're having a meeting about the go-ons. I'm not sure if I shared the 9B news article about the senior center.

Now, for my walk, I will play with paper glue.

Today Is Monday, April 8, 2024: This Is What Happened.

Got another book from the library here in Bonners Ferry, A MAN CALLED OVE. A little behind in my reading goal.

Than off to physical therapy. Doing real well.

Went over to my friend Lolita and worked on our arts and crafts. She working on drum for one of her Grandson. I worked on some ATC cards, once I get eight of them done. I will post them Here.

I've briefly mention that this coming June. Our community is having Gay Pride event. Quite bit back lashing. Most who attack this event on line. One can be as stupid as they please. The local bullies was at it. Full force. When it comes to the actual event of our gay pride. Most of will end up being chicken shit about the entire thing.

Not sure how many of you can access the ANOUNCEMENT on local gay pride. I'm sure you will have to scowl, well over 300 comments.

Our local on line paper 9B news did an excellent EDITORIAL .

Someone taped a note to the Pearl door stating “It only takes on match to burn it down”

Coffee is on.

Today Is Friday, May 5, 2024: This Is What Happened.

Hubby watching Gunsmoke. We went to town and put gas in pick up. A lot of people were getting gas. We paid $3.69 a gallon. We got Hubby medication, not quite $20, and laundry soap. I'm not sure what the soap cost. I know it wasn't free.
And the last place we stopped was the senior center. They are still having their food giveaway. Murphy and I got two bags of food.
I got a letter from the state tax commissioner. I must go in on Monday or Tuesday to see the accountant who does our taxes. There is a mix-up.
Went to physical therapy. Looks like one more week.

Coffee is on.

Today Is Thursday, April 4, 2024: This Is What Happened.

 

Murphy and I set up the rock. At first, we tried staking it, but that didn't work. I came up with using chains to place around the rock, as it was in a nest.

Today is Wednesday, April 3, 2024: This Is What Happened.

I had planned to take a photo of something in town, so I put my camera in my purse. I also went to the group.

I walked this morning; the wind has been blowing most of the day.

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