Tuesday 4 & Wednesday Hodgepodge

1. What brand of shampoo do you think works best for you and what does it do for you?

I use Trader Joe's Tea Tree Tingle Shampoo with Peppermint, Tea Tree and Eucalyptus Botanicals. I like how it makes my scalp feel and it cleans my hair well. I like that it has natural essential oils and doesn't bother my allergies. They also have a body wash that is nice!

2. Do you use cosmetics and if so what do you use? I don't wear a lot of makeup unless I am going to church or out with friends. I wear mascara and use a brow mascara for my greys. I like to wear a light plum color lipstick from Avon and Burts Bee products. I wear CeraVe moisturizer with a SPF 30 and CeraVe Night moisturizer as recommended by my dermatologist.

3. Do you use a washcloth on your face? Sometimes.

4. Do you have an all-time favorite perfume or scent that you wear? If you don't wear perfumes, is there a scent that you love in general? I can't wear fragrances, but I can wear essential oils. I like one called Stress Away by Young Living. It has lime, lavender and vanilla. 

1. Do your goals and dreams energize or exhaust you? Elaborate. There is only one goal, dream I have right now and that is to go to Israel. I am praying this war will end, but so far it only gets worse!

2. July 23rd is national lemon day. Are you a fan of this flavor? What's a favorite dish or beverage you enjoy that calls for lemons? I do love lemons and we have a Mayer lemon tree in our backyard. We mostly cut up lemons to put in our water. Sometimes we add it to certain dished like lemon piccata. 

3. "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade"...is this something you're pretty good at managing? Have you had to do this recently? If so tell us about it. There are some things that are pretty sour like the news, so I limit my time on the news. So I try to stay off it and work on my studies, crafts or declutter process. I am doing good on that. 

4. Something you love that is lemon yellow in color? I just got a shirt that has yellow in it and I really like it. I like a mellow yellow color and like to use it when I am crafting.

5. How would you describe your attention to detail? I am a very detailed person. When I look back to certain committee's I was on, I always liked to add things to make it special. Friends said they could tell I took the time to make is special. I am the same way with my Bible journaling. 

6. Insert your own random thought here. Minnie is holding her own but is still always hungry. We know she is blind in one eye and bumps into things and can't see things we put in front of her. We wonder if she also has a bit of dementia. Yesterday morning, she just laid in my arms and did not even get up when hubby went to bbq some hotdogs. Then later she was acting like she was catching flies like she use to, but there were no flies and she can't see really well. She wants to go out but then stands there. She paws at the door and forget she has a doggy door. Most of the time she follows us and then plops down on her side which is a new everyday behavior. So we have stayed home a lot. We have not gone out together since the last time we took her to the vet. She wants to be close to my husband who is her alpha and I am second. She still gets happy to see the grands and that is good. We are cutting back on her steroids and so far it seems okay. If she seems to be in pain, we will call the vet up.

Fridays Fave 5 & Saturday 9

I am thankful for my family! I love how everyone came together to give Eddie a wonderful Graduation party! I am thankful that my boys like to cook. I let them play in the kitchen when they were young and they watched their dad and grandpa cool, along with the women. I am glad my daughter was able to make all the decorations look so nice. I did the same for years with church events and she helped me then and I could help where I could. Thankful to my daughter in laws too!

I am glad I did not have a busy week this week. I really needed the rest.  As tired as I was in Sunday, I still made it to church and Audrina was singing Then I went home and had leftovers. During the week I was able to hem Eddie's church that he wore to Disneyland on Tuesday. I was able finally sleep in. All our group are on summer break, and I can continue with my declutter project and crafting.

Thankful that the grands are enjoying their summer break. Jazzy gets to stay home with her rabbit and read as much as she wants. She is also looking at all the college information she is getting in the mail.

She wants to go to school outside of California. She just completed a few dual admission courses. She did that, cheered, and was a part of Sprots health. She is pretty quiet and I found out she was the head of her ASL club. I did not know that she could take that class-hand signing as an alternative to a foreign language. She will be more than ready for college. Eddie is working part time at a local amusement park and still volunteering at the local hospital. Thankful that all my grands are doing well!

Thankful for a good vet. Minnie has been having lots of stomach issues, and we have had to make several trips to the vet. They are really good with her going over everything and then checking in with us with text messages and phone call. I sure wish we had pet insurance, but you have to start it when they are babies. Thankful for my Care Credit card, just for her expenses.

Speaking of insurance. I am thankful for dental insurance. I delayed my last appointment and that was a mistake! I have gum disease and it was doing well at my last visit, but not so much this time. So after my free checkup today, the x-rays showed one cavity, and I need a deep gum cleaning and some other things. So, I will pay $400 instead of $3000! Thankful that my back is feeling better! The exercises are really helping. Hopefully I can get back to the gym next week!

Saturday 9: Accidentally in Love (2004)

Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here.

1) In the video for this song, a young man dances alone in the kitchen while making 

breakfast for his lady love. When no one's looking, do you often bust a move? I have at times.

2) "Accidentally in Love" was featured in the animated movie Shrek 2.  In this video, 

a plushie from the movie is shown on their bed. Do you have any plush toys in your bedroom? 

Yes, I have several Mickey and Minnies. I have some Winnie dogs too. Some were my moms.

3) The lyrics liken falling in love to strawberry ice cream that he just can't resist. What sweet treat would hit the spot right now? Iced peach tea with fruit.

4) He sings about lightening. Astraphobia is the fear of thunderstorms. 

Have you ever suffered from astraphobia? No, because we do not get them very often.

5) This song is about falling in love when he wasn't looking for it. Has this ever happened to you? Yes, I didn't plan on falling in love with my husband when I was so young. I planned on going to college first. I finished college before our 93rd anniversary. Going on 52 years this August.

6) This week's artists, The Counting Crows, got their start in San Francisco. A famous quote, often attributed to Mark Twain, says, "The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco." 

How has the summer weather been where you are? Mid 80's to mid 90's. No humidity, slight breeze.

7) In 2004, when this song was popular, Mark Zuckerberg launched Facebook. Have you checked Facebook today? Yes, I check it daily. I love the memories that pop up.

8) Also in 2004, we lost President Ronald Reagan. Before entering politics, he had a decades-long career in Hollywood and appeared in 53 films. Have you ever seen a Ronald Reagan movie? I think I have seen a couple, but long ago. He became president when I was taking my firstborn home from the hospital, around 45 years ago!

9) Random question: Describe your favorite pajamas. I have several pair of soft short sleeve and shorts sets that I wear all year long. I do have warm pajamas I wear before bed and in the morning during the cold months, but I get too warm at night, so I wear the short ones to bed. If I had to choose one, it would be the one with dogs on it. 

Previous entry is full of our grandson's graduation party!

Thanks to Susanne and Sam for the blogs. Have a great weekend!

Fridays Fave 5 & Saturday 9

Joining Susanne and Sam for this weeks memes. Links on left.

On Saturday, our granddaughter sent us a video from Huntington Beach because her family was at the Weiner fest. Our Minnie would not like it at all. She has social anxiety and hates water! 

Coco and Daisy did well!

2. On Sunday, Hubby and I greeted, and our granddaughter sang on the worship team. It was nice to see so many getting baptized. Hubby and I went out for a quick lunch. Then I had to go back for a meeting for the people going to Israel. We will be taking shuttle vans from our church to the airport in Los Angeles that is around an hour away. We stopped at Aldi's to get fruit for our married group.

3. On Monday, Eddie went to his grad practice and picked up his tickets for the family. I went to my doctor appointment. I told her all that was happening with me, good and bad days. I told her I was doing my exercises and eating well. I told her about going to Israel and she gave me the number to call for our of country travel. They will let me know information about health and traveling. She put in for me to get all my labs done. I like my doctor and she is good at responding to my email messages too. Afterwards we had lunch at The Hat and then went to my son's new apartment. It is so nice and closer to his new store. Thankful for a good doctor and calendars that keep us on track!

4. Tuesday was graduation day and Eddie went to breakfast with his girlfriend, then came home and I helped him get flowers ready for his girlfriend. My daughter drove us, but parking was crazy busy. Another school was getting out as his school was trying to get there early to get good seats. While we were in line, Eddie's dad joined us. He lives in another state. He gave Eddie a lei made with $100 dollars worth of bills. Renee has a custom-made sash to wear and made him a money crown. The ceremony started right at 6:30 and ended at 8:00. Luckily Eddie went down the aisle closest to us.

Eddie and his girlfriend.

Missing Marina who was sick.

We went out to dinner after at BJ's and they were so busy! We got home close to midnight, but it was worth it to celebrate. Thankful to see how happy the family was for Eddie!

Our married group met on Wednesday and we were so tired and we did not want to miss since it is our last meeting until the end of August. It was nice. There was lots of food and we started out by singing some older songs and then we had communion. Thankful for our friends!

Thankful that there is no cost for labs. So, after fasting 12 hours, I went in for my blood test. All my test came back normal except my cholesterol. My AIC test was in the top of the normal! My liver was normal too.  I got a call from the nurse saying my doctor wanted to know if would be willing to try cholesterol medicine again? I agreed to a lower dose. I will go today and pick it up. I also went to the bank to pay the balance of my Israel test. Thankful that I had the money for this trip.

Today will be busy preparing for Eddie's party that is Saturday.

Saturday 9: For You (1963)

Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here.

1) In this song, Rick Nelson tells us he'd give his girl the stars from sky or a string of pearls. Have you more recently given or received a gift? What was it? I gave my grandson a Graduate Mickey with a Disney button with his name on it.

2) By the time this record was released, Rick was already a show business veteran. He had been a regular on his family's sitcom, The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, since it began airing on radio when he was just 8. Most of us weren't child performers but many of us had chores around the house. When you were young, did your parents give you an allowance? I do remember getting an allowance as a teen and we would buy 45's. 

3) The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet moved to TV, where fans saw Rick grow into a teen who drove a 1932 Roadster. The car really belonged to Tony La Masa, who collected classic cars and rented them out to TV and movie producers. Have you ever earned or raised money with your hobby? Yes, I have sold crafts that I made for money. One year my cousin and I had booths at a hospital Christmas boutique. We each made around $400! Another time I made air freshener angels and sold them to my friends at work. My friend Coreen and I have been in a few Christmas boutiques. 

4) Paul McCartney has called Rick Nelson an "underrated singer who could really carry a song" and said Rick was one of his influences. Who do you believe you have influenced, professionally or personally?

I hope I have influenced my kids and grandkids. They are the most important to me. My women in my Bible journaling group always say how much I have encouraged their love of Bible journaling along with the teaching I give them.

5)  This week's song was already an oldie by the time Rick performed it. "For You" was recorded the first time by Casa Loma Orchestra in 1933. In those days, most records were 78 rpm discs, thick and usually only able to hold 3 to 5 minutes of sound per side. Most record companies stopped producing them in the 1950s. Have you ever seen a "78?" Yes, my parents had some. But they had more albums. They loved music and had a nice stereo system.

 

6) The lyrics to "For You" were written by Al Dubin. After Al left college he supported himself as a singing waiter. That's really two jobs in one. Which would you do better at: singer or server? Neither!

 

7) The music was written by Joe Burke, whose last hit song was "Rambling Rose," recorded in 1948 by Perry Como. Have you ever heard of Perry Como? Yes, my dad really liked him and had some of his music.

8) In 1963, when Ricky's recording was on the charts, the Zip Code was introduced. How many different Zips have you lived in? 6. 

 

9) Random question: When you were in high school, were you taller or shorter than your classmates? Or were you the average height? Shorter, 5 feet.

Fridays Fave Five & Saturday 9

I am joining Susanne for the 

It is always nice to look back to see what I was thankful for the past week. Sorry that it is so long and 

I added a #6 which was the thing that meant the most to me.

1. Church was nice on Sunday and our granddaughter sang again. Hubby and I tried a new place to eat after church. I got to do some crafting while hubby and I watched a couple of shows we had recorded. Later I watched Call the Midwife, the Forsythe's and The Count of Montecristo, all on PBS.

2. I slept in a bit on Monday and I needed that sleep. I wasn't having as much pain in my arm, but my back was bothering me. The weather was cool and overcast so I asked hubby to open up the spa. I soaked for an hour and it really felt good! After, I watched a video on Right Now Media. I saw part 3 of the story of Exodus. My friend picked me up and we went to our women's Bible study which is on Exodus. After the Women's pastor gave us the highlights of the weeks study, I met with my group that was back to 9 which was good. As a facilitator, you always wonder what happens when the original number drops. But life happens and women can't come. We have two more sessions. When I came home I watched American Idol while I crafted. They sang songs from Taylor Swift and I didn't know any of the songs. I really enjoyed some of the other nights when they sang songs from Disney and their Faith night when Carrie Underwood sang How Great Thou Art.

3. I slept in on Tuesday morning and worked on my faith journaling. I went to Bible study and Pastor Jim finished Revelation. We had been in the verse-by-verse study for a year! There was a lot of cross references to prophetic verves from the old and new Testaments. 

4. I went to Physical Therapy on Wednesday, and I did my exercises and the PT had me lay on my belly so we could massage the pressure points on my back. I could tell him what hurt and though I still have numbness, I am also getting more muscle strength, but not a lot of muscle in the rear where I need it the most. I am not sure if he will put in for another referral to my doctor. I see her on June 1, When I got home, I had dinner and then I colored my hair. When I was done, hubby and I started Survivor, but did not finish it.

 5. Thursday was another Disneyland Day. We picked up our grands at 10am. We got on the Rise of the Resistance Ride in Star Wars Land. It was a 55-minute wait. We also went on Star Tours and my back bothered me a little after that. Then my granddaughter's friend and Nanny showed up and we went to get some beignets and then headed to Pirates of the Caribbean. Then we went to get on the Jungle Cruise but it was temporarily closed. The kids wanted Dole Whips, so we got those and then left to the California Adventure Park. It was a beautiful day, 75 and sunny. We got on the Incredicoaster and then the kids got inline for Soaring over California. We had lunch and then the kids went on the Little Mermaid. My son joined us and we went back to the Disney side and the kids went on Thunder Mountain. I went on the Mark Twain to give my back a rest.

Mickey beignet. I only took a bite of the ear.

The Dole Whip I shared with my grandson.

My son and grandson were tired so we did some shopping and then my son took me home. It was a nice day, but I was a bit sore. Thank goodness for Motrin! A long shower helped me relax and sleep through the night. I guess 15,000 steps helped too! (picture found on the net.)

6. A few weeks ago, I mentioned I asked for prayer on a possible health issue. I got my answer today. I am okay! A few weeks ago, I went in for pain in my armpit, but the doctor felt a lump and referred me to Radiology. It was a long 5 week wait. My daily scripture verses were on faith. I had a few friends praying for me but I did not tell my kids. I was going to wait until after my grandson graduated. But what I was most concerned was my trip to Israel. I have to have my final payment in by June 7. If I was going to need a biopsy/treatment/surgery, I only had a few weeks to decided and pull out before making the final payments. I was also worried about my friend/roommate. If she could not get another roomie, she would have to pay $1000 more! I had the mammogram first and told the tech about Israel. She wanted to know why Israel and I told her I was going with my church. Then I went for my ultrasound and told her about my trip. Then she did my ultrasound and spent a long time with it. The had me get dressed while the radiologist looked at my results. When she came back she said the radiologist said everything looked okay and the tech said to have a nice trip to Israel. I said "Praise God!" and thank you to her. I walked out and started crying but I had my sunglasses on. What a relief! Thank You Lord!

 

Saturday 9: I'll Get By (As Long as I Have You) – 1944

Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here.

1) "I'll Get By" was very popular song in the 1940s, and we're taking a look at the recording by Dick Haymes and Harry James because it got the most airplay. Can you think of another song that has been

recorded by more than one artist? A lot of Carole King songs that she wrote were sung by other artist

and she put some of them on her Tapestry album. Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow? You Make Me Fill Like a Natural Woman and You've Got a Friend.

2) In this week's song, vocalist Dick Haymes sings that he won't complain about the rain. Do you have any complaints about the weather this morning? No complaints, Sunny in the 70's.

3) Dick was briefly married to movie queen Rita Hayworth. Known as The Love Goddess and The Strawberry Blonde, Rita was famous for her magnificent mane. She dyed her dark brown hair red to get attention and it worked. Have you ever experimented with a different color? If yes, were you happy with the results? I put streaks in it once. But I have used the same colors for years. I was a dark brown. I use a light auburn brown hair color that I have used for years. My hair grows quickly and so do the grey hairs.

4) Dick was the lead vocalist of the Harry James orchestra. Like Dick, Harry had a movie star wife. Betty Grable was famous for her legs. Her bathing suit poster inspired hosiery manufacturers to single out her perfectly proportioned thighs, calves and ankles. Betty herself joked, "I'm a star for two reasons, and I'm standing on them." What do you think is your best (physical) trait? I would say my good skin. I always put sunblock and wore hats and still got skin cancer. The dermatologist said I had good skin. I rarely got acne. So most of you know I had to have the cancer removed and I have an inch scar that has healed well and will get lighter.

5) Betty's weren't the only legs that fascinated Harry. He was known for his stable of thoroughbred racehorses. Have you ever been to the races? No.

6) Teenaged Harry played trumpet with The Beaumont High School Royal Purple Band. Did you belong to groups or clubs while you were in high school? Yes, several. Girls League, Spinsters, Usherettes, Student Relations, Honor Society and Girls Athletics.

7) In addition to "I'll Get By," Judy Garland's "Trolley Song" topped the charts in 1944. When did you most recently take public transportation? The trams at Disneyland.

8) Also in 1944, Diana Ross was born. First with the Supremes, then as a solo artist, she has sold more than 100 millions records, making her one of America's most successful female singers. Who is your all-time favorite "girl singer?" Amy Grant and Carole King and I have scene them both in concert.

9) Random question – Last week we asked about the garage. Let's turn our attention to the glove compartment (aka glove box). What have you got in there? Car insurance things, receipts for the most recent tune ups. Envelope of receipts and eyeglass cleaner kit. There might be a few face mask. 

Thanks to Sam for the meme and meme links are on the left side.

Fridays Fave 5 & Saturday 9

There is always things to be thankful for. In spite of what is going on around the world, I chose to be positive and thankful for my many blessings. Here are a few from this past week.

I am thankful for many relaxing days. I have been busy in the house, but I have not gone to many places and that is okay. No dashing for sales or classes. We went to church on Sunday and afterwards we went out to lunch with son's family. We chose Chilis and then headed home in the rain. 

Thankful for the online craft class for my crafty group. I love learning new things and getting ideas. I also had time to listen to the Bible on my phone. I am using the Bible Project this time. I wrote out a verse in my faithful planner. Hubby and I watched some tv and we just enjoyed the quiet. Our older grands have been off school and been staying with their mom and I know they have enjoyed the rest too.

My PT for Tuesday was cancelled. I really just wanted to stay in since it was raining, and I got more Christmas things put away. I spoke to the Insurance group that is covering our tour. Thankful for my online friends that make life interesting.

Thankful for the time I have to study and prepare for my BJ class. I like how the Lord drops ideas in my head for the lessons. How He gives me confirmation. I make folders for each month and put my ideas/verses/graphics in the folder. I may even get a wait on an idea or move it to another folder. I had Isaiah 41:31 in my folder for from last year. I even printed out the graphic and had the extra things for the pack and then I felt led to not use it yet. I wasn't going to use it this month either, but then I felt like I should. Then I had a dream that an eagle came down and hovered over me, and it was big. I thought I was going to be taken and eaten! But then the flapping calmed and before I knew it, the huge wings enfolded me and I felt peace. Then the eagle flew away. I don't always remember my dreams, but this is one I won't forget.

Thankful to be getting my house back in order. I took off the ornaments on the big tree Sunday. I packed them up on Monday and Tuesday. Hubby put the tree back in the garage today. It is hard to see it go. I do keep a seasonal tree that stays up all year. The seasonal tree has country snowmen and pinecones. I have another tree in the kitchen that has snowflakes. 

Thankful for a good physical therapy session! We also go to pick up the younger grands and spend some time with them. Its going to be a cold Friday here is So CA. 61 with wind is cold for us.

Saturday 9: Volare (1960)

 

Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here.

This song reminds me of my dad. I was 5 when this song and I remember him singing along with it.

1) The word "volare" is Italian for "to fly." Say something else in Italian. grazzi-thanks,  buono-good amore-love, bella bambina-pretty baby girl.

2) This week, Bobby Rydell invites us to take off with him up in the clouds and promises we'll find a rainbow. Countless lyricists have included rainbows in their songs. Can you name another song that mentions rainbows? Somewhere Ove the Rainbow.

 

3) His happy heart is singing. What is making you happy this morning? Bible journaling.

 

4) Bobby Rydell, like Frankie Avalon and Fabian, was a 1950s teen idol who hailed from Philadelphia. Home to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, Philly is Pennsylvania's most populous city. Have you ever been there? No. I saw a replica of it at Knott's Berry Farm.

 

5) Bobby was such a perfect example of a clean-cut American boy that when Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey sat down to write the play Grease, they named their fictional high school Rydell High after him. Do you have a favorite song from Grease? Hopelessly Devoted to You.

 

6) In addition to singing, Bobby also acted. His most famous film role was opposite Ann-Margret in Bye, Bye, Birdie (1963). Have you seen it? Yes

7) In 1960, when this record was popular, so were hand-loomed, 100% virgin wool sweaters from Italy. You could order one from the Sears catalog for $12.60 (approx. $135 in today's dollars). That sweater was labeled "dry clean only." Do you have any garments waiting to be picked up from the cleaners? No.

 

8) Also in 1960, Princess Margaret married photographer Antony Armstrong-Jones. They met when he was commissioned to take her official portrait. Who took the most recent photo of you? My granddaughter.

 

9) Random question: Is your oldest friend also your best friend? Not counting my sisters, it is my cousin Joanie. I keep in touch with my friend Lissette, we met in 7th grade and we met in 1967.

to God

Thanks to Susanne and Sam for the memes. Links are on the left.

Friday Faves 5 & Saturday 9

Thankful for Facebook memories. Fall Bible journaling day.2022

I miss those days, but they are all doing well!

Thankful that my granddaughter does well in Song and is an honor student. The Covid shutdown was hard for kids, but in spite of it, she and her brother excelled.

She is also an honor student.

She and her brother had to be at school at 5:30 for Homecoming celebrations. Cheer team had to be at the assembly. Grandson is ASB(Associated Student Body-Student Gov. & activities) and is spite of being sick he has been involved with classes and HC activities. Thankful that they are both doing well in High School!

Thankful for the beautiful moon that lights our sky, reminding me that God is above all things!

Thankful for my friend Lucia who made us chicken enchiladas!

Thankful for our Retired Group that started back up on Thursday.

It was the first day I had been out in two weeks.

Thankful for those who visit my blog!

Saturday 9: Mambo No. 5 (1999)

Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here.

 

1) Lou Bega namechecks a lot of women in this song. Is there an Angela, Pamela, Sandra, Rita, Monica, Erica, Tina, Mary, or Jessica in your life? My daughter in law's mom is named Jessica. I know a Pamela from blogging. 

 

2) Can you think of a song that includes your first name? Wake up Little Susie

 

3) Lou sings that flirting is like a sport. Do you enjoy flirting? No

 

4) While Lou Bega's recording became a big hit worldwide, it enjoyed great popularity, where it was used during televised cricket matches. Do you know anything about the game of cricket? No

 

5) When Lou was riding high with "Mambo No. 5," Cher invited him to open for her on her 1999-2000 tour. Cher has more than 50 hit records, two television series, a Broadway show and an Oscar under her belt. Can you think of another performer who has succeeded in so many areas of entertainment?

Rita Moreno, Barbara Streisand, Jennifer Hudson, Whoopi Goldberg.

 

6) Lou turned 50 in April of this year. Are you soon celebrating a big birthday (one that ends in a 0 or 5)? I just turned 70 this past August.

 

7) In 1999, when "Mambo No. 5" was on the radio, the movie American Pie premiered and was so popular it inspired three sequels. Have you seen any of the American Pie films? The first one.

 

8) Also in 1999, Walmart opened its first store in the UK. Do you often shop at Walmart? Maybe once a month.

 

9) Random question – Have you recently fallen asleep somewhere other than your bed? If yes, where did you doze off? On the couch.

Update, my incision is almost healed and I finished my meds. Now I can go outside and enjoy my backyard. I still have to be our of direct sunlight while the scar heals.

Thanks to Susanne and Sam for the memes. Links are on the left.

Tuesday 4 & Surgery update

Surgery Update.

I have had quiet few days since my surgery this past Friday for skin cancer on my face. I expected it to be worse. I think the shots in the face were painful, but they worked! They got it all with one go and after it heals, it will look like a crease line which is normal for my age. I have to change my bandages and take antibiotics for week. I did have to take Motrin/Tylenol for the first two days. I also had to sleep uptight on my right side so I don't put pressure on my cheek. I am supposed to take it easy for a couple of weeks. I have lots of crafting and Bible studies to do. My new shows are starting back up. I will miss my church groups for a few weeks, but that is okay. I need to rest. The weather is beautiful, sunny and in the 70's. I can't go outside and walk because the sun can irritate my skin because of the antibiotics. 

If you missed my previous post, I had lots of family pictures.

How about the subject of Hollywood, it's 'stars', its products and it's effect on the world?

1.  Which of the big movie stars of the past were your favorites? Clark Gable, Jimmy Steward. Lucille Ball, Catherine Hepburn and more.  

2. What movie is the funniest you've seen? anything Jerry Lewis.

How about the most romantic? Gone with the Wind.

3.  Do you watch the Oscars or the Emmy Awards shows? Yes I do. I have actually held an Oscar and they are heavy. An old neighbor friend won for a documentary. I think it was called Broken Rainbow. 

4.  Some movies, plays had a big impact on people.  Orson Welles radio performance of War of the Worlds was broadcast on Halloween 1938 and people, causing panic and widespread hysteria especially in the Grover's Mill area of New Jersey where the "invasion" took place.

Is there a movie that you were greatly influenced or affected by hopefully in a good way?

I know Jaws kept a lot of people out of the ocean for awhile. I think traditional movies like It's a Wonderful Life and A Christmas Carol still tug at the hearts of people. Fiddler on the Roof is one of my favorites. Sunrise, Sunset was played at my wedding. I think the Star Wars franchise has had a positive effect. My son buys and sell original Star Wars figures and makes good money doing it. Gone with the Wind is one of my favorites. It peaked my interest in historical novels while in Jr. high school.