~ Tag Request - Snow Toon ~

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Ok, I'm feeling a bit better and a lot bored. I can't drive and I'm very limited as to what I can do but thought I'd play in PSP, since I can.

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~ And other things ~

Ahhhhh..... and other things. The snow has been falling south of the city. Lucky for me it's not been at my house. They called for a mix bag today, rain, sleet, snow. I didn't venture out so I'm not sure what it did exactly. Looked just wet. I messed around with tag above. Feel free to grab it if you like... you all know all I ask is for a link back.

I wanted to announce and pimp my younger sisters blog. She's been visiting me forever and while I was at their house recovering she started her own. I helped a bit but she seems to have it up and running. Can you stop by and say hello? Not sure how much she'll write, but I think she is having fun putting in her pictures. Thanks!

Julie awarded me the Superior Scribbler award. Thanks Julie I'm flattered. I have seen this award all over the blogsper so I am thinking I'm one of the last to get it. I know there are a ton of journals out there that deserve it, but I will leave it open to grab.

Warning! You may want to skip this next section... graphic picture.

I pretty much vegged today. It was an odd day. It wasn't that I felt bad, but I didn't feel great. Just couldn't get comfortable sitting or laying. Nothing really hurt, but my foot is still driving me banana's. I go to the diabetic Dr tomorrow so hopefully she can give me some additional information. No results from the tests on Friday yet, but I know what I heard and I'm not stupid, something is not right there. I don't want to freak out but I also know what they say about diabetes and feet. Could it be related or is it in fact from the balloon pump?

Anyway in addition to just not getting comfy, I itched. My skin is dry but everything itched. My scar (warning picture below) itched like mad and as of now I cannot put anything on it. Hoping when I see the cardiologist on Wed they will give me permission. We'll see. I can't think of anything that would make me itch. Nothing has changed except for the addition of meds. Grrrrrr Maybe it's just me.

I sound like I'm whining today... didn't mean to. I actually feel pretty good. I guess my emotions are getting the best of me. I will have to ask about that as well. I know they told me I'm normal, LMAO, but I still feel out of sorts. Something I'm not use to. K.. sorry I subjected you to the picture... not sure why... but it's here and my head is telling me to post it..... out of sorts I tell you...

Hope everyone is doing well and had a great weekend. Mine was same 'ole same 'ole.

Hugs

~d

~ Mystery Blogger XIII ~

 

Oh yeah.....  it's back.  I didn't forget, just needed to get myself back on track.   So we have Mystery Blogger XIII.  Do you know her?   Maybe you do...........  take a guess.

Need some clues?  Here you go.................  

*This little girl grew up to win an International cooking contest

*This little girl grew up to teach piano

*This little girl married her childhood sweetheart..

~ Tag Request - Let it Snow ~

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Ok, I'm feeling a bit better and a lot bored. I can't drive and I'm very limited as to what I can do but thought I'd play in PSP, since I can.

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If you'd like your name on this please leave a comment letting me know. Please make sure I get your email address.Do not alter tags No resizing, stopping animation, cutting or ripping to add your name, signature, or any other text. If you need help with animation on your blog let me know I will give you directions.

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~d

~ Beary Thankful ~

 

Oh yes.... beary thankful.  I am pretty sure I mentioned my bear in a previous entry.  It was given to me by the hospital to use for coughing, sneezing etc.  All I do is give it a hug and the pressure helps lessen the pain and discomfort in my chest.  I have been using it as a little security blanket when I'm out of the house.  You know... if I have it I don't need it but if I didn't have it..........    Well..  I've been needing it as I get a tickle in my throat and the cough is aggravating.  The tickle is a side effect of one of the meds. 

 

:::giggle::: my nephew, Mike.  He has a little bit of a different security blanket he likes to sleep with.  LMAO!!!  Oh, yeah it was a set up. 

 

My brother in law and niece.....   aren't they just too cute??

 

Hillbilly Jeff (my nephew) after a good meal.  My other niece hasn't let the eyelids close at this point....  but oh rest assured she did take a nap too!!

 

Guess who!?!  Ya don't think for one minute she was going to be left out do you?  That would be Mama that she is laying on. 

 

My nephew and  nieces...   a bit after the naps.  LOL  I think this might have been during dessert.  Sugar rush anyone???

 

Bug... again....  she was posing with my nephews girlfriend, Joan.  Gotta love the tights!

 

Joan and my nephew Eric.  Loving this shot!  Has to be one of the best pictures I've gotten of Eric.  He's a joker and most times the shots of him are silly.  Maybe he just ate to much to be silly.............

 

Wake up you sleepy head, rub your eyes, get out of bed....    Anyone know what song that is from?

 

Bug and I...  she was so gentle with me.   So concerned.  She waited on me a ton and always made sure I had my bear handy.  LOL

 

Yeap........ me and my boy...   I'm thinking I don't look half bad 3 weeks after having a triple bypass......  no make up or anything but....

below he is with his girlfriend.  So damn proud of this guy!

 

In case you can't tell my holiday was marvelous.  Way too much food but such great company.   I lasted much longer then I thought I would but it was well worth it.  My family teased as I took the pictures stating they'd be posted by midnight.....   well....   they are...  LMAO just the wrong day.   

Hope everyone had a great holiday and enjoyed themselves.  No Black Friday shopping for me....  not even sure when I will get my shopping done at this point.  And know what... it doesn't matter.  

Hugs

~d

~ Thankful ~

 Wow!  Yes I have so much to be thankful for.  In reality I do every year, I think we all do.  This year however I was given a second chance at life.  I am not sure what I've done so good in my life that I deserve that second chance, but I was given it.  Rest assured I am thankful for it and will be doing some major changes in my life to show my gratefulness.  It's not every day you cheat death.  Someone was most definitely watching out for me.  By all accounts I should not be here.   The pain started on Friday and I did not go to the hospital until Sunday.  On Monday as they did tests they found three arteries blocked.  A triple bypass in order.  I was lost on the table yet the Doctor brought me back.   I believe in God and do think he saved me that day.  I also believe my sister was there too.  I saw no bright light, flowing gown, and I heard no voices (but my sons) but I know she was there.  She was telling me to stop trying follow her  ::grin::

My son.  OMG!  How lucky I am to have a child so mature and responsible.  I've known that along time and have been proud of him for years.  His strength and compassion that he showed during my time of need was incredible.  He is still watching out for me and every day shows a love that not many are privileged to have with their child.  Unconditional.  Again, what I've done in my life that was so good that I deserve him is beyond me but I am thankful.

My family.  Standing by me, pushing me to get better.  Doing what they can to make the recovery that much easier.  Friends have been there too.  In real life and online.  Over and over again letting me know  I mean something to them.  A wonderful feeling that makes me feel special.  Loved.  Thankful again.

I had a list, a long list, but decided this year I am thankful for everything and a list isn't needed.  I have my second chance and will do some soul searching for self improvement.  A little more caring, be kinder, more helpful.  All things that I need to do to show how thankful I am. 

I want to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving.  Let you know I am thankful for you too!  Each of you are very special to me.   Enjoy your day no matter what your plans are.  Find the goodness and live happily. 

Hugs

~d

~ Better Late then Never ~

 

And you thought I was kidding when I said I saw Elvis.  You thought it was the pain pills, or the drugs while I was in surgery.  Nope.  He appeared along with Hillbilly Jeff.  LMAO  Tell me these guys don't look like they are having a riot!?!  

I was actually working on these pictures when my indigestion started.  Now we all know it was not indigestion at all and since I'm now at my house I had access to them so I wanted to post them.  Sorry for the flash back. 

 

Bug and Gage with Hillbilly Jeff.  I can't help but crack up each time I see him.  That fake belly and the long hair.  Just too much fun.  I love the kids costumes too!

 

Bug posing with one of Grandma's decorations.  I can't remember for the life of me what she is doing or saying.  Maybe talking to her Mom who is also taking pictures.  My co-worker had given me his camera again to test out.  I have also have the software to get the pictures off the camera and on to my computer.  I actually used the 'new' camera and my niece used my old one. 

I did notice a difference but have not used it again since.  Below the first picture is with my old camera taken by my niece.  Virtually at the same time the other one is taken by me with the 'new' one.  Hopefully I will start gaining more strength and I will be able to try the camera a few more times to see what I come up with.  Like I said, I notice a difference, do you?

 

I won't bore you with a bunch of Halloween pictures, but it just wouldn't be right if I didn't post a couple :)

As you can tell I am feeling a bit better but no where near to being normal.  LOL  Like I said earlier I have the Dr. snowed. I love being home as I am not as bored when I have some energy.  It's also good to force me to do a bit for myself.  No worries I won't do to much.  My parents are wonderful and took great care of me.  My younger sister waited on me hand and foot.  Up to and including putting my wonderful stockings on each day and taking them off and washing them each night.  Thanks Nanc! 

I again want to thank everyone for their kindness, concern, and prayers.  I will be getting to more blogs as the days wear on.  Thanks for being so understanding. 

Hugs

~d