Now it's going to be September

Because the cases keep happening, the death rate hasn't slowed, LA County is going to keep the stay at home order till the end of August. By then I'm sure I will have read nearly all the books on my Kindle. 

Listening to the LA Times podcast interview with Sam Heughan. Outlander Season 5 ended Sunday and it was grueling to watch. If Cait Balfe isn't nominated for an Emmy, Something is wrong with the Academy.

I don't usually listen to podcasts but that is going to change. There is so much out there. I can't watch much news, I get too upset. Even local news bothers me.

My youngest turned 31 this past week. We got her a selection of red lipsticks since she loves red and I went to the LUSH website and picked some cool bath bombs and gel wash. They threw in a container of body salve as well. I miss her. She was planning on coming home in July. But she won't know till June. 

Having a time with my hips again and my left hand. Was supposed to see an ortho in April, that got postponed till June. I'm pretty sure I'm going to have surgery on the hand. It's been an ongoing problem for a couple of years and there were only so many injections you can have. The hips are structurally ok, it's the muscles. I've got meds I can take but that makes me groggier than I normally am. 

I miss baseball. I wouldn't admit it, but it would be nice to mindlessly watch a team play on TV on Saturday afternoon.

And now it's time to make the rice for dinner and find some mindless show on Amazon with the spouse (who is working).

Peace. Patience. 

To the end of the driveway and beyond!

I haven't been much further than that. I did venture to the corner, that's 2 houses down the other day to see what was going on since there were police cars, helicopter and ambulances. Seems a homeowner was tired of someone racing down the street (ends in a one way street) and he yelled at them. Said driver got out of car and yelled back whilst the homeowner shot him in the arm. Someone needs anger management.

Hot and there's some wind blowing here. It's the Santana's making themselves known. Wind from the north and it's warm. Might hit the mid 80's down here near the coast. If I can dig out my chair I might sit in the sun some, as long as people don't care about my hairy legs in capris. Just have to be careful because one of my meds makes me sun sensitive.

Our stay at home is mandated till May 15 but I'm fairly sure that LA County will extend it. There are many new cases each day and many more deaths. Being in a risk group (age and health) I think I'll stay here and stay safe.

We did get a nice surprise the other night, found out about the Olive Garden buy one, get one for 12.99. We bought an extra house salad and it was still under 20$. I got s'ketti and the spouse got five cheese ziti. The next time I'm getting the chicken parm or the lasagne. Their food is so good.

My days of the week are all messed up. I wake up and wonder what day it is. If the husband is still in bed at 9AM I know it's the weekend. I've been going to church virtually. It's nice.

So it's back to Netflix, Disney +, Amazon Prime and the Kindle. Reading an interesting book on Mudlarking on the Thames. So many things that come up with the low tide. History.

Peace

da bunny

I've developed a new favorite channel

 I love the weather channel. It helps my geography fix. Storms are scary when they happen. I miss having a good old fashioned thunderstorm at night, though my pointer would be sitting on top of me most of the night .

I've been so restless these last few weeks. Can't settle on one thing. I quit watching the briefings, they make me overly anxious and I can't stand the lies. I just don't understand when he lies, people don't call him out on it. Anyone else would get pulverized. And people think he's doing a great job. Bah effing humbug!

And the people who think if they ignore it, it will go away. I can't think that people are that naive. Use your masks and don't take the chance. I just got over pneumonia and it was horrible. Doc said the lungs sounded like velcro.

So take care peeps.

Happy Easter. I'll be here. 

In the walls, in the walls . . .

So I've been inside for days, no not always inside...I do walk down the path, dodging the neighbours' motorcycle parked there, past the bougainvilleas that need trimming and the budding grapevines to get to the mailbox. 

My excursion. 
Other than a cough which I attribute to seasonal allergies I'm doing ok.  The husband's job is considered essential and he's thrilled to be working. People still get locked out of their homes and safes still need new combos for the gov't. 
We've got TP and paper towels. Food is in good shape. 
I am in desperate need of a hair cut and am thinking about shaving my head. I always have short hair but it's way too long for me now. We shall see if I can deal. 
Here's a bingo card to use during quarantine.

Peace and out.
da bunny

30 days in the Hole

It's really not so bad as long as there is food and drink in the house. We have several streaming services so there is a good selection of movies and shows to watch.
I've got tons of books on my Kindle so no excuse there.
Bloodshot comes out on digital on the 24th so there's that.
Outlander I can watch on the computer on Saturday night.
Husband is working, they are an essential service.
Peace to all
da bunny

So I.....

was diagnosed with pneumonia and finally am feeling like a human being again.

It started with a cold, then  bronchitis and whammo pneumonia. The hallucinations were the best though, life size mah jong pieces waiting for me to match them. Hundreds of slot reels spinning...

The coronavirus outbreak scares the shit out of me, no lie. I have successfully avoided contact for 2 weeks but my pantry looks a bit grim. I could send the husband to the market, but even with a list and photos, he shops weirdly.

I so want to see Bloodshot but I don't think I can tolerate a theater. Guess I'll have to have delayed gratification for that one. Shoot.

Vin for the husband, Sam for me. Sigh.

So that is it peeps.

WASH YOUR HANDS, SNEEZE IN YOUR ELBOWS AND BE AWARE.

About me

1. Who are you named after?
Paternal grandmother 

2. Last time you cried?

Watching a sappy movie

3. Do you like your handwriting?

Used to. Now it depends on how rushed I am. 

4. What is your favorite meat?

Pork, Ribs and sauerkraut. 

5. Longest relationship?
34 years and still married.

6. Do you still have your tonsils?
No and no adenoids either

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7. Would you bungee jump?
I'd have to be drugged. 

8. What is your favourite cereal?

Frosted FLakes

9. Do you untie your shoes when you take them off?

Rarely wear tie shoes so no.

10. Do you think you're strong?
Not any more. Arthritis has hit big time. 

 

11. Favorite ice cream?

Chocolate Malted Crunch

12. What is the first thing you notice about a person?

Eyes

13. Football or Rugby?
NFL Football but I do like Australian Rugby
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14. What colour trousers are you wearing?
Faded blue jeans and a Heughligans base ball shirt

15. Last thing you ate?

Bologna sandwich on potato bread with a side of Firschgurken

16. What are you listening to?
The wind outside

17. If you were a crayon, what colour would you be ?

Bright Blue

18. What is your favourite smell?

Fried onions

19. Who was the last person you talked to on the phone?
Husband

20. Hair colour?

White in front and multi in back

21. Eye colour?
Brown but not as dark as my kids

22. Favourite foods to eat?
Lobster, crab, shrimp, fresh water fish, filet, chicken tenders. The list is long

23. Scary movies or happy endings?

Action films

24. Last movie you watched?
Ford V Ferrari

25. What colour shirt are you wearing?
Grey Heughligans baseball shirt with red sleeves

26. What is your favourite holiday?

Spending time at our cottage when I was little, traveling all over the country, I enjoy a good trip and a cruise.

27. Beer or wine?

Wheat Beer and Chardonnay, and White Zin

28. Night Owl or Morning Person?
If the morning starts about 10AM

29.  If you could live anywhere, where would it be?
4 seasons weather 

30. Favorite day of the week?
Weekends

Still around

This is what I'd like to have. A fruity drink with blueberry eyes.

Going to have some much needed surgery on Tuesday (not a boob job or a tummy tuck, something much more important). It's day surgery in at 8, out at 2 hopefully. But it will solve some problems.

Holidays were ok. I thought after everyone left, I'd be able to have  the back bedroom back and finally get the office I've dreamed of.  Move the desk and computer out of the bedroom, set up my stationary bike, set up the tv, and be able to work away in peace. But no. I won't go into it, but I'm not happy about it. 

A balmy 61º (16C) outside. Bright and sunny with a touch of breeze. Cold inside the house. I've got some fire logs, and I guess I'll have to try to turn the box and open it. Someone set it on it's side in the log holder and it's a tight squeeze. 

So that's it. I'd like to see the year go better than it has so far (and it's only 10 days old). 

Peace
da bunny

Bah Humbug

I'll be back when I have a civil thought in my brain. 

da bunny

Another School Shooting

A 16 year old boy shot 6 of his fellow students. As of this time 3 a

re dead, and he's in grave condition since he shot himself in the head. Why? 

I just want to sob. 

November

We went to a performance last night and really enjoyed it, Rita Rudner at Cerritos Center. The second act, which we skipped was Louie Anderson. Not a favorite. We went for a late dinner at a restaurant called Wood Ranch. It was really good. Tonight we will go to a concert for the RBCCA featuring a troupe called Cafe Musique. 2 nights out and then the rest of November will be quiet.

Turn the clocks back tonight. I think I will attempt church tomorrow. Been a while. Sometimes I don't know what I believe or don't believe. 66 years and now I look at things differently. Whether it's right or wrong I don't know. More confused than ever. 

Smoke in the Air

The air is filled with the smell of fire. The Getty Fire is about 15 miles north of us. This is closer than any of the fires last week, so it stands that the smoke will be heavier. I shut the doors and don't go outside unless I have to.

Surgery awaits in January. Got an approval from the insurance but it expires Christmas Eve. So the referral people at the medical group will need to work their magic. Won't be anything big or exciting, but it's necessary.

I'm going to try out my Instant Pot tomorrow. That's scary for me. But if it goes well, it will be a great dinner.

Time change this weekend. Need it. Pounding my head on a wall again.

Peace and out.
amulbunny

More Alaska. More Rain.

 Was too cold to use the pool.

This is Seattle, before we left the dock. 

 This was part of a child's play area on deck 16 where the buffet was and if it was sunny and warm, would have been kids all over.

 Our patio, nice to sit on and watch the ocean...rather bumpy though on the open sea. Thank goodness for seasick meds and bracelets.

 Husband looking at artifacts in a park near Juneau anchorage

 Coming into Juneau

  We were parked in the furthest berth at Juneau. Had to bus it from town to get back to the boat.

 Weather improving

 Husband just enjoying his first free drink on the boat....endless cocktails

At the dock in Juneau. Wet and cold, and it didn't improve all day.

It's the largest state in the US and we only saw a small portion.

glaciers

The best part of our Alaska Cruise for me.

Rainy days Pt 1.

Made it through the cruise. From cold wet rainy to glorious Sunshine. Whales. Glaciers, Endless Forests, A true Bucket List.