I’ve had three knee scopes, and never any pain.  Almost didn’t bring the crutches along “Just to carry.”  Won’t make that mistake again!!

Must have done something different or new, but a chronic pain level of 12 is wearing on my last nerve!!  After the block wore off, it was a whole new ballgame.  Today we started on the 3rd and 4th pain meds.  Hope this works better than before!!

Are you watching the game?  More flags tonight than in the last week on all the teams.  Someone doesn’t like Nebraska expecially, and when you are ahead by only one touchdown, you should “try” harder to avoid penalties.  We have about 100 yards in penalties so far, and no offense to speak of.

Kate got a new computer today, so I expect to see new news on her blog! Jemma’s also.

Time to get some laundry done.  Send booze!!

Welcome to All Saints Day–the day after the goblins visit.  And visit they did.  Had quite a crowd!!

First was a couple from Syracuse and 2 from Oklahoma!!  Long ride for candy!!  Then this zombie and the mad scientist!

We even had a hay rack full of little devils!

I asked them all for a trick, and most giggled.  Some would jump, and one showed me how fast he could run.  One told a joke.  lol

But the best one was this little witch.  She came alone, and very sweetly asked me if I would like to take her picture “cuz I’m so cute.”  Offered to step inside so I could get a good shot!!  lmao!!!

They took all the candy, which is a GOOD thing!

So, welcome to All Saints Day.  Don’t you wish we could rid the world of evil, even if it was for just one day?  All believers in Christ, arise and speak up!!

Every year for my birthday, I get a trip to Massachusetts to see my family, and of course, the beautiful trees–a passion of mine!!  This year Aimee Apthorpe– my good traveling buddy–and I flew to get our annual fix.  See how high above the clouds you fly!

The trees pretty much turned within 48 hours of our arrival–joy, joy!!  This is the maple in my mother’s back yard.

Unless you have been to a place like this, it is hard to comprehend color in all directions instead of isolated spots here and there.  This is the neighbor’s house

All along the roads, the trees look like this.  We went to Granville to get cheese and apples.

We celebrated my sister’s birthday

That fire mass is her cake with 60 candles!!  Took two of us and a torch to get it lit before the candles melted!! lol

Spent one afternoon making pies with my mom, who is 92.

But mostly, we leaf-peeked.  Love those red maples, my favorite ones!

This is the mountain behind mother’s house, where their property is.  As you can see, we don’t have to go anywhere to check out woods, brooks, and of course, trees.

Sorry to leave this beautiful country, but glad to be home!!

We leave in the morning for Massachusetts for a week.  Did you watch the New England Patriots football game yesterday?  Never mind that they scored 5 touchdowns in one quarter–did you see the snow?  A nor’easter blowing and freezing?  Question is, will we get there, and will there be any leaves to see.  All the pictures you might get could be of SNOW!!!  lol!!

Had a great day yesterday.  After church, Kate, Rich, Jemma and I went shopping to get an outfit for Kate for her presentation on Wed. for insurance rep training.  Dillards have these nice “Grandma” chairs by the dressing room, so that’s where Rich, J. and I perched.  Had a “wicked nice” personal sales clerk that bought in clothes by the handful!  All we had to do was thumbs up or thumbs down!!  What a blast deciding on the best look!  Wound up with a lot of clothes–quite a lot of cooks for this pot of soup!!  She will look so great Wednesday!!

Almost done packing.  Going to play cards this afternoon for Lucille’s birthday.  Always have a meal first, and then play cards all afternoon.  Aimee is getting her hair done, so she’ll probably win, as it takes a “good hair day” to do that.  lol!

Pray for nice weather and some  beautiful trees!!  See you in a week!!

As I earlier explained, I slipped on a wet floor while working a case in the OR and hurt my knee.  MRI shows a medial meniscus tear and a ligament tear, which means back to the OR, but as a patient this time.  Still not lol!  Having therapy and meds, and will have to wait til it is approved.  Have had a couple knee scopes, and they went well, so expect this one will too.

Birthday time today.  Going to lunch and cards with the cardplayers, and out to eat with family tonight.  Good times!!

Yea, Huskers!!!  Went to bed after the third quarter, and  missed all the excitement as the Huskers pulled from behind and won the game.  What a thrill!!.  Had to listen to all the armchair QBs in therapy this morning, but have to confess that I had opinions on this game also!!  Now lol!!

Thunk, Thunk, thunk, thunk.  Ever had a MRI?  It’s incredible the amount of noise those things generate, even with ear phones on!!  Slipped on water on the floor in the OR and hurt my knee.  Had the MRI done yesterday, and today it’s off to Physical Therapy at noon!…..Got to be better for my already-paid-for-trip-to-Massachusets on the 20th.  Please God, make it better!!  not lol!!

Ask J for a copy of her new poem about the colored leaves.  Looks like she’s got the poetry touch!

At last, a few days I could clean house, and I can’t navigate without a cane!  Where’s the justice?  Let see, how much do you have to stand to cook?  Maybe I can do that instead?  Prayers, please!!

We played cards last night–Hand and Foot–and as usual, I lost.  Wasn’t a good hair day, which we decided was the reason some have good luck at this.  lol.  Rose, to the far right is our oldest at 96, and I am the baby at 64.

This is such a good group, young at heart, and VERY good at cards!!  They  play to win, while I’m there for the fellowship.  I guess I’d better get more skilled, or they’ll find a new partner!!! lol

Back to work shortly.  The baby business is booming, and the NICU has their fair share too.  The moon isn’t even full!!  When a school bond issue comes up, remember to vote yes, as between the two hospitals here, we “drop” 4000 children into the system every year!!  Incredible!

All the back seat drivers take pictures, laugh, say NOPE, giggle, sing.  Laugh, I thought I’d die!!!   LOL

Happy Birthday Buzz and Happy 1/2 Birthday to Jemma.  Supper of steak and cake!!  Bigger party Saturday with more family.  This is what seems to end the summer for us.  School is started, Labor Day is in sight, tomatoes are ripening…..fall is on the way.

My daughter-in-law celebrated her big 3-0 this week and hosted a tea party.    What wonderful planning and food, as you can see.  She is a planner–can carry off the most elaborate events!!

Rach made all the food–great imagination!  Chicken salad and cucumber sandwiches, fresh summer salad, muffins, fresh fruit, cheese and crackers, and desserts.  What a treat!!

After the party we “girls” went to see Julie/Julia and it was a great movie.  Jonathan watched the current “kill the Nazis” flick, and we met after that for gelato and pizza.  What a great, fun-filled day!

Last night it was home again, home again–laundry, unpacking, dishes waiting, blah, blah, blah.  But I can bring up that beautiful home and wonderful memories whenever I want!!  Thanks Rach!!  Happy Birthday!