Ok, so some of us get grumpy--or grumpier--when we can't comfortably get outside and mess around. So the cold temps are not that bad, but the wind makes them feel twice as bad. So, yep, grumpies have arrived at my doorstep. My daughter informed me that it is not unusual, but she doesn't usually complain about her mother's bad griping. Sweet daughter.
Saw plenty of broken branches online on FB today. Went over to Tractor Supply by way of Maplewood and noticed that all the big, older trees had branches on the ground. Felt sorry for both the trees and the folks that are going to have to dispose of those limbs. Silver-leaf maples and pecan seemed to be the worst hit. But we really have nothing to gripe about compared to the folks in Louisiana. They are being hit with 110 mph winds tonight. Trees are the least of the problems as long as they are not flying into the houses. Just have to pray for those folks. Then the fires are growing so fast that they are overtaking the firefighters. Saw that two of the firefighters are just hanging on to their lives. Feel so very sorry for them and their families. Know what those horrible burns are like. No pain in the world is like a burn.
Jennifer was in West Virginia, and Gary's aunt told her about something that older folks --and younger ones, too--need to know about. There are some things called "skin prep" that can be put on the edges of where a bandage is to be attached. It looks about like one of those alcohol prep things that are used by diabetics. They keep the bandage adhesive from pulling and tearing the skin. That is very important for anyone with a burn or with fragile, easily torn skin [like on old folks]. His aunt Carolyn said that too many nurses do not even know this stuff exists. She is up there teaching nurses and knows her stuff, so if Gary's aunt says it is good, we can believe it.
Have six dozen eggs on my kitchen table ready for Michelle Malay to take home with her tomorrow. The girls have slowed down a bit on the egg production, but it is probably just as well. The big hens are really getting with it and putting out the big eggs. The Wyandottes are still laying, but their eggs are tiny compared to those of the Buff Orpingtons. Egg cartons have to be super size for their eggs.
Moved the dogs' water bowl next to the kitchen door at the end of the deep freeze. Have to put a dish towel down there to clean up after them. Bet you did not know that a dog gets as much on the floor as in their mouth, did you? But at least it is not as bad at this house as it is at Jennifer's. She has three BIG dogs who come inside with wet feet that have to be wiped off. Talking with her on the phone while she cleans the wet feet can be pretty funny: "No, now the back feet, Luna. You, too, Marty! Are you coming in, Sirus?" It sounds like dealing with children, but then, most dogs are just furry kids.
Went through my closet and found the shawl wrap that Sharon Dickerson made for me. It is perfect for inside the house. Have one of my great-grandmother's pins fastening it in front. Still just love the pockets! Can't wear it outside because it is too light, but it is perfect for when the house is just too cool. Jennifer gave me a headband kind of hat that works well, too. Figures that a haircut right before the first winter storm would have been my choice. sigh But tomorrow is supposed to be warmer. Jenn was saying 60 degrees, but that is down in the Metromess, not up here in windy world. We will be happy with 54 degrees.
Have not called to find out how Kaylee is doing. But it is pretty soon after the surgery, so hopefully her brain will not have swelled much. It is so hard for folks having brain surgery, depending on what kind and how extensive it is. Was so surprised when Roger and Susan told us about how their daughter had to learn everything all over again. But then, their daughter had two very devoted and patient parents to help her along. They played games and did everything they knew to help her relearn all the things that we take for granted. It is amazing to me how very versatile the brain can be. Did you know that half the brain can take over the entire needs of the brain if it is necessary?
Felt a little guilty this morning. It was raining, so left the hens in until it quit. They were definitely ready to come out of that house when the door was opened. Bet we got another inch of rain just this morning, but the wind was not blowing too bad, so it was not hitting as if it were little pieces of ice. But it was still cold and wet. Getting too grumpy to put up with much of that stuff lately.
These two dogs are totally spoiled rotten. Jennifer says they are "hungry." Ha! Not likely. They split a can of beef stew this morning. Had a tiny piece of English muffin with cheese, had more treats, more dog food, and more treats. They are just enjoying this Covid eating! sigh
It is hard to appreciate the cold, but at least we can sleep warm and enjoy snuggling down with a good book and watch the wind blow leaves off the Bradford pear. As long as the ice does not take its limbs off, that is pretty good entertainment. The apricot trees (named Grayson and Reece) are doing fine now that the ice has melted. They bobbed right back into shape! The crepe myrtle still looks kinda funny, but maybe it will come back later. God gives the wild things the ability to bend with the wind and weight of snow and ice. And He gives us the good sense to come in out of the bad weather.
May you all stay warm and find peace in whatever you find to do. You are loved.
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