Monthly Archives: November 2013

To decorate or not to decorate, that is the question

Posted on November 30, 2013 by barbaraehardy

I sold all my Christmas decorations at a garage sale in Michigan;  the ones that came with this place were looking worn, so I tossed them.  SO…..should I run out and buy some more, or should I just forget it?    … Continue reading →

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Making a list

Posted on November 26, 2013 by barbaraehardy

I am an inveterate list maker.  Thanksgiving gives me a wonderful opportunity to make multiple lists; indeed, a list for every day this week. Because I still tire more easily than I like, I’m trying to get as much prep … Continue reading →

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The new floor

Posted on November 24, 2013 by barbaraehardy

We love the way the floor turned out, and we’ve had a pleasant surprise:  with the carpeting gone, Don’s allergies have disappeared! Now on to the next thing….preparing for Thanksgiving.  Don invited several old friends from the dog track,  many of … Continue reading →

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50 years later

Posted on November 22, 2013 by barbaraehardy

Today is the anniversary of the Kennedy assassination.   Like every other American who was alive then, I remember what I was doing when I heard the news:   ironing a blouse in our apartment in Albany, New York. Kennedy was the … Continue reading →

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Getting a new floor

Posted on November 19, 2013 by barbaraehardy

Sounds easy, right?  Why isn’t it???? On November 1, I placed an order for enough flooring to cover our living and dining rooms and the hall.   I was told 4-8 days.  Ok, that works.  The contractor liked the timing; I … Continue reading →

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I’m home from California

Posted on November 17, 2013 by barbaraehardy

It’s been a long time since I flew at night, so I had all but forgotten how pretty the city lights are from the air.   Sarasota, particularly, with so much water nearby, has string after string of sparkles…..like looking at diamond … Continue reading →

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Just when I was starting to think I’m not THAT old

Posted on November 13, 2013 by barbaraehardy

Nothing like being with a young, busy, extremely energetic family to make one realize, that, yes……old age has hit.   We leave the house at 8:30;  return at 7:00 p.m.   Yesterday, that about did me in, so Di managed today to give … Continue reading →

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USAIR delivers

Posted on November 11, 2013 by barbaraehardy

I’ve not flown US AIR in years, maybe even decades, until today.  And they delivered.  Great small plane flight from Sarasota (five miles from our house) to Charlotte, and from there to CA.   The plane was delayed out of Charlotte, … Continue reading →

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Up way too early

Posted on November 9, 2013 by barbaraehardy

Must be that nap I took yesterday afternoon,  but here I am, wide awake at 4:30 a.m.  More likely, it’s pre-trip anxiety. Yes,  I’m hitting the road on Monday…off to California to celebrate Aurelia and Andie’s birthdays.  They will be … Continue reading →

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Back in the water

Posted on November 6, 2013 by barbaraehardy

I just got back from water aerobics.  It’s a lot more exercise than it seems, and the first two weeks I went, I could barely move.   Then my blood pressure skyrocketed, so I quit.  Now all is under control again, … Continue reading →

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