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Welcome to another Campfire of Megan and Carol. We are doing a winter Campfire 2025.

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Picture of Downton Abbey The Grand Finale Cast. Welcome to another Campfire of Morticia Wednesday Megan Rose Author IconMail Icon and ♥OctOGre tHiNg♥ Author IconMail Icon Autumn Winter Heart Reflections. A period of contemplation and introspection that occurs as the year winds down and colder months approach. The warmth of a hearth, changes in nature, reflections and life's changes. Autumn leaves change colors. The hearth gives out inner warmth. We reflect and have hopes and dreams. Halloween, Thanksgiving. We are into that season.

A neat Poser of me and my cats in my cozy room by best friend Angel. Carol and I are back for another Campfire. We love Downton Abbey, The Royals, we talk about our hopes and dreams, what is new in our life and we try to add fun to this Campfire. we enjoy remembering what happen in the past year and years. We hope the world will be better.

We would love to hear from you.
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Looks like your 24TH WDC Anniversary went well. Congrats.

The start of a new Campfire. Autumn. Going into winter. It is 80 some Degrees and it is September. It gets down to 50 Degrees at night. We had fog early this morning. We had mist yesterday. When winter hits, we will know it.

I vacuumed today. I need to fold up clothes.

There is a football game in Ireland. That seems unusual.

Ray is busy in his shop. That makes him happy.

Bella *Cat* had lunch. I think she is glad that I didn't have to stay at the hospital. Me, too.

Everyone was wearing Jane Austen clothes in England. That would have been nice to see. I would have been trying to find Darcy. Colin Firth. I'm here. He was Darcy. Maybe I will watch Pride and Prejudice this weekend.

I have been doing a few reviews. I am watching my soaps.

I will be glad to see the leaves change color. We have a road by us and the leaves are beautiful when they change colors. There are woods and just 2 houses down that road.

I hear the US Government may be shutting down. Like again? Michigan government was going to shut down but decided not to. They worked things out.

Survivor started again. I would hate to be the first one voted off.

Thanks for doing another Campfire. I hope good things will happen for all of us. I hope we all find happiness. Praying for better days.

Hi on Saturday. September 27, 2025.

It seems to be a rainy Saturday in early autumn. Leaves are coming down now.

Thank you very much for inviting me to another lovely campfire. I look forward writing in our campfires every day. Sometimes, I go back and look at all that has happened over time. It ends up being quite a long story of our lives.

Give Miss Bella Kitty my new campfire regards! *Cat2**Heartt*

Yesterday, I went to the grocery store that I prefer. That was pretty much all that I did. Since it's raining and a Saturday, I most likely will stay home.

My brother is up in DC having the internment for my Uncle at the church there early this afternoon. Rascal is going with him. He did not want to drive all the way here and get me, which I understand fully. I will say some prayers for my Uncle, who passed in March. He was 97. This is his second and final service. He wanted to be in this church in DC so he bought a niche there a long time ago. But he died in NY so he had a service up there and now today the final one in Washington, D.C. My brother went up and got the ashes over the summer and now they have final rest in the church. It is not far from where Tom is at Arlington. My Uncle was very nice to Tom when Tom was sick with cancer. He would call Tom and encourage him.

I cleaned some yesterday. Some of the floors and one bathroom a little bit.

Royal Family. I might watch The Crown again on Netflix. I really enjoyed all the ceremonies when Trump visited there, and seeing Windsor Castle was amazing. I hear more bad stuff is coming about Fergie, but I think they are using her to change the subject on some of the others. Corgis are probably nicer than most of the people she deals with. The Queen liked her. I trust Queen Elizabeth's judgment.

I hope Trump can end those wars this autumn. Wouldn't that be nice for the world, going into Christmas?

I hope Downton Abbey The Grand Finale is available soon on amazon. I am kind of looking forward to seeing it. I wasn't sure I wanted to, without Tom, but now I think it would perk me up like The Gilded Age did.

Thank you again for all the birthday surprises for my 24 years on the site! I am very grateful for our friendship and all the fun we have here together!!

Have a nice start to the weekend and get plenty of rest!!

*Heart**Heartv*



I got up late. Ray went to Mom's house with his brother to take care of things there. He took his tractor. I hope he will be alright. At least his brother is with him. We ordered a new window for Mom's bathroom. I am not doing any more repairs. We are selling the house as is.

I hope October will be a good month. I have had my share of bad things. I am not getting any more Xrays. I think I have had plenty. There shouldn't be anything else wrong with me.

Fergie. Now, she is a target. Harry wants everyone to go down with him. He and Lady Wortless caused their own problems. Sad. What are Queen Elizabeth and Princess Diana thinking if they could see what is happening? I like Corgis better then people. I like all animals more then people. Animals love me. I once charmed a lion at the zoo. Horses run up to me to meet me. I love them, too. Anyway. I hope things improve with the Royals.

I hope things go well for your brother. Seems like he is busy with things. Seems like he likes to travel.

I hope Trump gets Putin to back off. What is his deal? He isn't going to Heaven with his attitude. Sad really. The war in the Middle East. Not much about that anymore.

I am doing dishes. Ray just got home. I have things to do.

No rain*Rain* for us for awhile. I am watching Hudson and Rex. I am going to watch another Gunsmoke movie. I don't like Gunsmoke but I love the movies and James Arness. I liked Kitty and Doc.

Glad you had a good site Anniversary. I always wish good things for you. Have a good weekend. Thanks for all you do. Enjoy our new Campfire. I always like starting new Campfires. Hoping and praying for better days. Later

Hi on Sunday. It is September 28, 2025.

I hope it is a good day for you and you are resting up nice this weekend.

Wave hello to Miss Bella for me! *Cat2**Heartp*

I went to church and I drove us. I didn't get much sleep last night. When I came home, I turned on the TV downstairs and watched a video on Ireland on you tube. I got very sleepy. But now I am sort of awake, but still sleepy.

It rained hard in the early part of the night, but now the sun is shining.

I finished the video on Ireland and it rolled over to one on Scotland. I might watch the rest of it later on. Both videos were recent and lovely. Ireland had areas I am familiar with from going there with Tom Brought back nice memories.

The yard guy came yesterday. He wants to kill my grass, than aereate then spread grass seed. I told him I wouldn't be mad if he kills it too much. I just want the leaves in the back yard chopped up. He looked like he was having some difficulty with his truck, then he left. I don't like to bug him too much. He knows about yards better than I do.

My brother is on his way home today. His pup went to the service for my Uncle. My brother said the Minister loved Rascal.

I hope that the wars can be ended before the holidays. Now they are saying that the Democrats want to shut down the government, but if they do a lot of government workers will get fired. I'm not sure how it works with what they are doing. It doesn't seem like Putin wants peace. I wish he would want it for his people.

Royal Family.

I saw a thing about Princess Anne's daughter, Zara Tindal. She is beautiful and she loves horses. Charles should think about replacing Harry with Zara and making her a Princess. He could do it if he wants to. Her husband, Mike Tindal, is a sports guy who is well known in England. One time, when Harry was there, Mike Tindal looked like he wanted to punch Harry in the nose. So, he seems sensible. Zara seems to love her Uncle Charles. She is a LOT prettier than Harry's wife. And she loves animals.

Not much is happening here. I am still tired, but at least I am able to write now.

Take care of yourself and get a lot of rest today!

*Heartp*
*Heartv*




I didn't go to Church. I wish I didn't have to go so early to get a parking space. I am trying to feel better.

I mopped floors yesterday. I cleaned the kitchen this morning.

I haven't heard any more news about the hurricane. I hope everyone will be safe. My sister lives in Florida.

We have 4 entries for the Jane Austen Writing Contest. If we get 5, we can give out First Place.

Your brother keeps busy. I hope the puppy likes to travel.

I guess I didn't think of Princess Anne having kids. She seems to stay out of things. I bet Anne and her kids are unhappy with Harry. Sad. He should have married someone else. I guess all families have problems.

I don't say much but I still miss Mom. I know she is in Heaven. I hope to get there someday.

80 some Degrees. The weather will be like this and then it will get cold and we will skip autumn it seems. I hope not. I love autumn.

I heard the government may shut down. What does it accomplish? They do this every 2 years it seems or less. I wish the government was happy and the world was, too.

Bella *Cat* has been happy today. She plays and takes a nap. She loves lying behind the curtains.

I don't have much to say. Wishing you a good week. I am always thinking of you. Thanks for all you do . Later.
Hi on Monday. It is September 29, 2025.

I hope you feel better and better and are taking it as easy as possible to get fully recovered. I know it is hard times missing your mom, in addition to not feeling well.

Some days are more challenging than others as time goes on.

Give my love to Miss Bella! *Cat2**Heartp*

I don't know whether the government will shut down or not. I hope people are not hurt who have nothing to do with anything. That's the way this stuff sometimes ends up, with innocent people hurt by actions of politicians and the media.

I don't have a lot of energy to do much now. Maybe that will get better as the season goes on.

I see a lot of things on youtube. People put things up that will follow them their whole lives. It's kind of an amazing thing to witness. People revealing their worst sides for the world to see.

I sort of think that the things that are in the news at the moment aren't the real stories about what is going on. The wars continue. I hope they get settled and peace comes to Ukraine and Gaza.

People attacking churches in this country seems to be getting worse.

Royal Family.

Fergie is the one they pick on now. Look away from Harry to Fergie. But the Queen gave her corgis to Fergie, not Harry. So, I'm not sure I'm buying that Fergie is the problem all of a sudden after 40 years.

I choose to look at what the Queen did and said, not what the ones now do and say. They don't seem to make much sense.

But they are an interesting group. I like the corgis better than the people and as far as I know they are still trusted to Fergie. But what was she doing with that awful American guy. Well, he was friends with all of them is the answer.

Why do all the stinkers have to be Americans.

Oh well.

I hope that things become clearer over time. Does that ever happen?

Take care of yourself and be sure and get plenty of rest!

*Heartp*

I have had a busy day. My cousin came over and did my hair. It needed a dye job. I am red like always. We went to CVS. I got things I needed.

We went to Home Goods Store. I got a plush Wednesday Doll and a Dutton Ranch Coffee Mug. It is blue and pretty.

I wanted to get my Vitamin B12 Shot today. The Doctor is on vacation and only one staff member is there and she is the receptionist. I will go back Wednesday or later this week.

I guess it is pick on Fergie Month. Sad really. The Royals are always in the spot light. Harry and Meghan think of ways to be noticed. Maybe someday, things will die down when everyone ignores them.

I am trying to figure out what the hurricane will do. I guess it is still out to sea.

Bella {{e:Cat} was sure curious about my hair getting done. She jumped on the chairs and watched me and my cousin.

It was 85 Degrees. It doesn't feel like the end of September. I want fall temperatures.

I got up late and didn't watch any news. I didn't watch the noon news. I was busy.

That was my day. I guess I am feeling good. Ray was in the shop all morning. I wasn't home much. I need to have supper. We didn't go out for lunch.

Hopefully, I am done with Doctors until I see my Doctor next week.

Have a good day and week. Thanks for all you do.
Hi on Tuesday. It is September 30, 2025, the last day of September.

I hope you are recovering good and continue to feel better and better.

Give Miss Bella Kitty a hug from me! *Cat2**Heartt*

It is raining here, but the hurricane seems (so far) to have turned out to sea. I am so thankful if that stays that way. As of now, nice weather is predicted and it's not too hot (70s) so that's good too.

The Western part of the state still needs to build mountain roads back a year after Hurricane Helene.

I don't know if the Government will shut down at all. The local news is as dishonest as ever about what's going on compared to Youtube. I guess it will happen tonight, whatever happens. Hope they all know what they are doing and risking. It's always the innocent people who get hurt in these things.

I always liked going to Home Goods, but haven't been in a while. They always have new stuff.

I hear things on the news that I don't understand like what is going on in the Mideast. They have a peace deal, but the bad guys haven't signed it but Trump says Israel has his backing to do what needs to be done if they don't get the bad guys to agree. It sounds good, but then I think about and I'm not so sure. Time will tell.

Royal Family. Harry wants back in and for them to give him a house and forgive him. That's my understanding of what he wants. Must be nice to be in Harry's view of the world.

Fergie did things and put them in writing I guess in emails and now the emails are coming out and she can't be forgiven for being friends with a nasty guy. But Harry thinks he is in the clear. Maybe, he is.

Things don't make sense. Then time passes and they do make sense. I guess life is like that.

I get confused, then I wait and things get clearer. Like now I know not to believe everything I hear on the local and national news and I watch for do they present both sides of the story and they don't usually. So, that tells me there are two sides, one is so powerful they can't even say it and let me make up my own mind.

Oh well.

We move into another month. Days are getting shorter or maybe it's just cloudy from all the rain so darker earlier at night and longer in the morning.

I hope today proves to be a good day and the government doesn't shut down. Will there be any difference for most people if it shuts down?

Who knows.

Enjoy your Tuesday and take it as easy as possible!

*Heartp*







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All my tests are normal but my bladder is acting up. I hope it is just stress . I am waiting for my Urologist to call me back to make an appointment. Tomorrow, I need to get my Vitamin B12 Shot.

Fergie. I didn't know she had sent emails. Looks like there is no privacy for anyone. Harry. Doesn't he have 2 houses? That guy is something else. He needs to take responsibility for his life, actions and marriage and those kids.

We have 80 some Degrees. No fall or autumn for us it seems.

I vacuumed and did laundry. I called my minister and talked with her. I need to get better and back to Church. I am praying for that.

I heard about the possible government shutdown. Like really?

The hurricane is quiet at the moment. I heard from my sister. She says they are safe from the hurricane.

We move into October. I had a bad September. I am hoping October will be better.

I called The Surgeon again to remind them I canceled my appointment.

I hope you stay safe from the hurricane. Hurricanes are sensitive. They are also scary.

I hope you are feeling well. I pray for the world.

Have a good day and a good October. We need fall and need good things to happen. Thanks for all you do. We do go forward . Later



Hi on Wednesday. October 1, 2025. A new month is upon us.

I hope it's a good day for you and you feel better. Try and get as much rest as possible.

Give my regards to Miss Bella Kitty! *Cat2**Heartv*

Yesterday, I went to the post office and that was all. I cleaned a little bit. Bathrooms and floors. Not everything but some thing.

Did not sleep too well, but that seems to be the case a lot of nights.

So, the government has shut down and both sides blame the other side. The news tries to scare everyone by saying this "could" happen and that "could" happen. Then, they don't follow up when the worst they predict doesn't happen. They don't care about ordinary people and how it effects them.

There are two hurricanes, but one is pulling the other one away. I hope they continue to do so. It would be a blessing to have no hurricanes this year. May they all go out to sea and hurt no one. One is Imelda. Don't know about the other one's name for sure.

Royals.

Meghan's father moved to Philippines early this year with his son. He did that because the press made it too hard for him to live in Mexico. Well, yesterday there was a big earthquake where he lives and he is in a wheel chair living on the 19th floor of a high rise apparently. He had to move there because of the press. Well, we all know who caused all that. His other daughter, Samantha, says please help him to her sister. Sad situation.

But I think the royal family, by that I mean the real royals in UK. Well, I think they should help him. They have the resources to do it and they have a duty of care to him. I hope he is okay. He won Emmys for being lighting director on General Hospital in the 80s and 90s and I used to love that soap. Poor man.

If they don't help him then whatever, but it's more revealing about them than it is about him. William should see to it, in my opinion. I am waiting to see if it happens. So far, crickets. Heck, he's an American, maybe President Trump will learn of it and help him. Sounds like a really dire and scary situation.

I have been in an earthquake and it wasn't good times. And we were on the 10th floor, not the 19th.

Well, I hope this first day of October proves to be a good day for you and things go good. I hope this government shutdown is temporary and I hope the powers that be help Mr. Markle Senior.

Have a nice Wednesday!

*Heartp*





October 1. A new month. Government Shutdown. I feel sorry for everyone who works for the government and won't get paid until Congress gets it together. I don't get it. I woke up to that. Ray went to Walmart and come home. A semi almost him. I am glad he was alright.

I got my Vitamin B12 Shot. Coming home, the traffic was lousy. I turned off and went to town. I drove down my favorite country roads but the leaves haven't changed colors.

I heard about the earthquake in the Phillipines. I am sorry to hear about Meghans father. She can afford to take care of him. What a spoiled, selfish brat. I didn't know her father was a lighting director for General Hospital. Luke and Laura had the best wedding. I liked General Hospital when I was in my teens. I loved Luke and Laura. I liked their son Lucky. I liked when General Hospital was a hospital and a lot of action took place in the hospital.

We have two hurricanes brewing. I think I will stay in bed tomorrow. I am no where near the hurricanes. I am scared for everyone. I pray for them. My sister in Florida is safe for now.

At the Doctors Office, the Doctor is on vacation. His one staff member gave me my shot. She had her little dog there. I got to pet her. So cute. I think she was like a terrier of some kind. She let me pet her.

I am sorry you were in an earthquake. We had a quake in Indiana but it just shook the house for 5 minutes. The same in Tennessee. Those were teasers and I hope to never see the real thing. Tornadoes. I saw the leaves whirl around in a funnel. Coming home from work, I saw a tornado but ot stayed in the sky. I have seen dark clouds. I didn't like. I hope I never go through one.

I hope you are doing well. I need to clean the bathrooms. We had to order a new bathroom window for Mom's house. I don't know when the house will get sold.

Have a good day. Thanks for listening Praying for better days.

Hi on Thursday. It is October 2, 2025.

I hope it is a good day for you, with nice weather. It is nice here. I think those hurricanes have gone bye bye and for that I am very thankful.

Give my best to Miss Bella! *Cat2**Heartp*

I am slow getting going today. I had to take care of something and it put me behind. Then I did some laundry that needed doing. Still, I am tired, but I got a lot of sleep. Who knows why this is the case.

Everything seems to take a long time for me. Like slow motion. Maybe it is the change of seasons.

The government is still shut down. Why can't they get it together to do their work. Not very inspiring. They should make everyone's health care affordable and not give it to people in the country illegally. Those people should have to pay for what they need like the rest of us. Congress wants to give them free everything. I don't get it.

It's not like Congress isn't getting paid. They are. The Military isn't getting paid.

Royal Family. Princess Anne made a visit to Ukraine and met with Zelenskyy. They should send her over to talk some sense into Putin. I bet he would listen to her. Maybe while she's traveling, she should check on Mr. Thomas Markle, Sr.

Yes Meghan's Dad is an Emmy Winning Lighting Director who worked on General Hospital and Married With Children. He is 81 and I guess his other kids care about him. Harry treats his family badly and she treats some of her family not so nicely. But her brother takes care of her Dad and says that they are okay now and he's mad that they haven't heard anything from Meghan. She's supposed to get some big humanitarian award in NY next week. For what, who knows? Pretty crazy after the way she ignores her Dad's predicament in an earthquake.

My brother is thinking of coming on Saturday or Sunday. He wants to watch Downtown Abbey The Grand Finale when he comes so I will wait until her gets here.

Not much else is happening. Today is trash day and I am grateful the kids across the street and the yard guy have helped me get my yard clippings and trash out for pick up.

Other than laundry, not much is going on. I don't think I will go far, if I go out at all.

Take care and get some good rest!

*Heartp*





Day 2 of Government Shutdown. Ray's friend is in the National Guard and is going to Texas in 2 weeks. Orders from the military. I feel sorry for everyone who is going through this Government Shutdown.

Thanks for your help with the Jane Austen Writing Contest. I will post the results this weekend after I do reviews.

I am glad Meghan's father has people who care about him. Meghan wanted to be a Royal and not do anything to earn it. It's all about her and she will never be Queen. She's awful. Meghan getting an Award? She doesn't deserve it.

That's nice Princess Anne went to Ukraine. She is good hearted.

That is nice your brother wants to watch Downton Abbey. Ray doesn't like Downton Abbey. My cousin loves it and so did Mom. I will get to see it later.

I cleaned the bathrooms. In the morning, I don't feel my best but I feel better as the dat goes on.

It is 80 some Degrees. I am still waiting for autumn .

I watched Night of Dark Shadows last night. I want to watch Halloween stuff this month.

It is going to take a month to get the window for Mom's bathroom. I don't know when I will get the house sold. I don't want to try to sell it in the winter.

Have a good day. Thanks for all you do. Not much to say. I hope you are feeling good.







Hi on Friday. It is October 3, 2025.

It is chilly here this morning and feels like Fall. I haven't turned my heat on yet. I did get some sleep, but then woke up a few times. I guess that's what things are like now.

I hope today is a good day for you and you can relax some.

Give my best to Bella! *Cat2**Heartp*

Thanks again for asking me to be a part of "Jane Austen Writing Contest 250 YearsOpen in new Window.! I enjoyed reading all the entries!
Thank you for the merit badge, also!

On Youtube, I watched some of the Interview Eugene Levy did with Prince William. Prince William seems so nice. He has weird relatives. I liked his scooter and his dog. The dog clearly loves William and that says a lot to me. I think that William puts up with a lot from those in his family and in the press who are jealous of him.

Do-nothing Government Shutdown -

The government shutdown seems dumb to me. I think it's always the innocent people who get hurt by this stuff, not the arrogant politicians. They need to knock it off. I know of people who are quite distraught because they don't know when they will get paid for their work. Someone who works for the TSA at a major airport does not need that stress. They are considered "essential" but don't get paid. Congress pays themselves. I can't take these politicians.

They have ruined health care and now the Democrats want to give it free to people here illegally. I know people who struggle and do the right thing and health care isn't a good situation there.

I don't really like medical stuff so I avoid it when I can. Lots of lying goes on.

Royal Family.

I heard that allegedly Meghan Markle didn't check on her Dad in the earthquake situation, but that he's okay. I hope he is okay. It doesn't sound like a good situation for an 81 year old Dad. It looks bad that members of the richest family in the world apparently don't help the other grandfather of the King's grandkids. Not a good look.

Meghan and Harry should get an award for the most annoying relatives of the royal family in history That's the only award I can see them deserving at this point. Princess Anne is good and no nonsense. Maybe she should go to California and give them what for.

Sports.

So, the baseball playoffs are going on. My Mets didn't make it. Maybe next year. Same with the Cardinals. Tom's great nephew plays for the farm team for the Cardinals, but he didn't get called up. Maybe next year.

My brother might want to watch playoffs because he likes Detroit. I'm okay with baseball, I enjoy it. I guess since my teams stink, I will root for the Phillies. My friend's Dad took us to see the Phillies when I was young.

My brother does say he wants to watch Downton Abbey. Tom loved the show, too. He and I were both sad when Maggie Smith passed away on and off the show. Hope it doesn't make me feel too sad to watch it.

I hope that today proves to be a nice productive day. I am thankful for the fact that those hurricanes made a sharp right turn out to sea. What a blessing for here and for the country.


*Hearto**Heartp*


The Government Shutdown is still happening. I haven't heard what they are going to do. We got the weekend. The Government is always closed on the weekend.

Thanks for your help with the Jane Austen Writing Contest. I hope everyone is happy with the results.

I am glad the hurricanes are leaving everyone alone.

How can Meghan ignore her father and the situation? Sad. She is a Princess and she and Harry can help him. I don't understand people.

I hope your brother comes to visit and let me know how you like the Downton Abbey movie. I hope the puppy likes it as well.

No special plans this weekend. I am been hoping to write a story for Bards Hall. I will see what happens.

I guess the Middle East is thinking about making peace. Let's hope so. The wars have gone on long enough.

Going to be summer weather for awhile,yet. I can't believe the air conditioning is still running.

My cousin is going to Michigan this weekend. I would hate to keep up 2 houses. I can't take care of one house.

Have a good weekend. Thanks for all you do. Praying for the world. Later.
Hi on Saturday. It is October 4, 2025.

I hope you feel alright and that today is a relaxing day for you.

My brother and his dog, Rascal, are coming in a while.

My neighbor is doing a Horse thing so she doesn't want to go to church tomorrow. She called to let me know that she will be at the horse thing. That works out okay because my brother and his pup will be here and we can't leave Rascal alone and he can't go to church. So, my neighbor and I hopefully will go next week.

Tell Miss Bella Kitty, I say hi! *Cat2**Heartp*

Yesterday, I went to Target and got a few things. I watched my usual Youtube. When my brother gets here we will watch baseball and hopefully Downton Abbey The Grand Finale movie. I wasn't sure if I could do it without Tom being here.

My brother and I will go out to eat. Maybe we will go for smash burgers. We can take Rascal and sit outside because the weather is supposed to be quite nice.

October 4, 2022 was Tom's last visit to the site, so 3 years ago today was his last visit here to Writing.Com.

In the News.

I heard that Trump settled the War in the Middle East and that the bad guys accepted the treaty and will release their hostages.

Meanwhile, the Democrats shut the government down and sit around and laugh, while they get paid and the military doesn't. That's what it looks like.

I saw Putin say that he likes and respects Trump. If Trump can end that war, too, before the end of the year it will be a good thing. But the people who can't give him credit for anything still won't give him credit.

Royals. I saw part of Prince Williams interview with Eugene Levy on Youtube. Prince William was wonderful and I liked it when he rode in on a stand-up scooter. He seems quite normal compared to certain other people in his family. I think he will make an excellent King.

Eugene Levy was better than any journalist I've seen. I really enjoyed getting to know William a little better. He seems very likable.

Not much is happening other than me waiting for my company. I cleaned up a tiny bit. I should say I tidied up a little.

Hope today proves to be a good day for you and you feel well!

*Heartp**Heartv*



About 80 Degrees again today. I feel my usual. Somedays, I feel better then others. A sinus thing today. I watched The Big Valley and Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman. Not very exciting.

I hope your brother arrived and the puppy is happy. At least he has his own bed and toys. I am sure he is well fed.

I see my Urologist Monday and my Medical Doctor Tuesday.

I don't know who Eugene Levy is. Prince William will make a good King. Catherine will be good as Queen. The Royals do have a time and the Media loves just waiting on their next move. Sad really. We do need to pray for the Royals.

Tom's last visit to WDC. I see his white case. Mott. That is good that he had an account here.

Bella *Cat* had tuna. I made tuna casserole yesterday. I left out extra tuna for her. She doesn't love tuna like she used to.

That is good that the Middle East is settled. I pray for them all the time and Ukraine. I guess Trump can make a difference.

I have doing laundry. I am doing things around the house.

Sorry, you aren't going to Church. I hope I can go tomorrow. Without Mom, it is hard for me. I have been so stressed out, too. I don't trust any anxiety Meds except for one. I pray things get better.

Things are quiet at WDC. Have a good day. Thanks for all you do. Enjoy Downton Abbey and the puppy. I know you will.



Hi on Sunday. It is October 5. We move through October.

I hope that today proves to be a good day and that you feel better as the day goes on. Hopefully, you can get some help this week from the doctor visits!

Give my best to Miss Bella! *Cat2**Heartv*

My brother and Rascal are here. We did not go to church because my neighbor had the horse thing today. My brother doesn't like to leave Rascal. He and I went to brunch with Rascal. The waiters were very nice to him. Rascal always brings out the smiles in people.

We are watching some Football from Ireland on Youtube. It is Cleveland vs. Minnesota Vikings. It seems like it is AI. We will try and watch Football on Paramount Plus since I have that. We didn't have much luck with baseball.

The interview with Prince William was really nice. He is much different from his whiney brother. I liked his scooter he came in on. William was impressive and he's cute, too. Very likable like his mother was. Harry, not so much.

Apparently Meghan Markle went to Fashion Week in Paris and did something at the Ritz Hotel where Diana was before she was killed. Very odd. Everything I saw. She was with some other guy, not Harry. Since William has such a successful interview, she had to do something for attention, I guess. Her outfit was very odd.

I guess the government is still shut down. How can I tell. Because people are worried and upset and no one in the government seems to care. Not good.

Oh, we watched the Downton movie. I cried at the end. I loved seeing all the characters, but the story seemed a little repetitive.

Definitely missed Maggie Smith's humor in it.

I hope today is a good day for you. The weather here seems nice - hope yours is too!

Good luck at the Doctor's tomorrow!!

*Heartp**Heartv*

Glad your brother and the puppy are there. That's nice. Is the puppy used to you? I never make it to Church. Everything, I get something done; it takes me awhile to get back to normal. I may need my bladder dilated again . We will see.

The Downton Abbey movie sounds good like always. I can't stream. I will have to wait. I bet Maggie Smith is missed. I loved her

Ray is mowing grass. The farmers make so much noise driving their farm trucks and rattle things in my house.

I am watching Bull Riding . I love the bulls and they seem ill tempered . We should just leave them alone. Let them eat grass and be with the ladies. I like when the bulls win. The bulls are pretty and buck really high. I hope the owners are good to them. Watching bull riding makes me nervous.

Prince William. He is a good man. Harry. I bet he regrets his decisions about things. I wonder if Meghan cheats on Harry. She is doing a Paris Fashion Show thing. Typical.

The Government Shutdown. I heard they are blaming the Republicans . I say find another way to solve this problem.

I see my Urologist tomorrow. Seems like same problem, different year. I hope to get things resolved.

Enjoy your time with your brother. Give the dog hugs. Have a good week.





Hi on Monday. It is October 6, 2025.

My company has gone home. After they left, I went to the grocery store so I am playing catch up with everything. Rascal is used to me. He's devoted to my brother, but is okay with me. He's not hostile or anything. He likes to sit on a padded bench in the window. Boo used to put her paws on the bench to look out. Rascal can jump up and down. Boo could only go up on her front paws because of being a Basset Hound. Long and low.

It my brother walks from one room to the other, Rascal panics and follows and checks on him. If my brother goes upstairs, Rascal is on his heels going up, too.

Say hi to Miss Bella for me! *Cat2**Heart*

I hope your Doctor visit goes well and is okay and helpful. I called my primary care to arrange my flu shot. The first time, I was on on hold a long time and I gave up. But then after I got back from the store I called and they gave me an appointment for next week.

We watched about 4 episodes of regular Downton. I am into it now. I want to watch the new movie again because I'm not sure I got everything they were trying to convey. At the end, they showed Mary dancing with Matthew and that made me cry. I am going to keep on watching the series. It takes my mind off things that upset me and focuses on a happier time.

I guess that's partly because the series and movies are finished and also because Tom and I watched it together so many times. We shared it. He loved it and the characters, too. The fact that almost all the actors are noticeably aging is bittersweet.

Mary and Edith looked the same, but just about everyone else is pretty much older.

In the News.

So, the government is still shutdown and the people who need to end the shutdown don't care about normal people who aren't being paid for their work. Plus, I see some people treating it like a joke. That's not good because they are hurting real people who work for government. They don't seem to matter. It makes it all seem mean.

Royal Family.
William has sense and appears to be somewhat normal. Maybe he is or isn't, but he can appear to be that way. I liked his scooter.

*Ghost* Meghan's outfit made her look like early Halloween ghost city. Her head looks too small for the white bedsheet she appeared to be wearing. Plus she was breezing around the place Diana went on her last car trip from in Paris. So, Harry and Meghan want the British Government to pay for protection for her to go to fashion shows in Paris at the Ritz Hotel. She doesn't even look good. She looks creepy. Well, that fits Halloween I guess.

My brother is going on another long road trip in November without Rascal. Rascal will not be a happy camper.

Brother can't stay in one place I guess. It's lucky his grandsons like to drive him and go with him. When he comes and then leaves it's hard for me to be left alone then and I get bereft and sad for a time. Then, I get better and it happens all over again.

He tells me things then forgets what he told me. It almost doesn't hurt my feelings anymore, I expect it more or less and have learned not to count on much.

Well, I hope your day is a good one and the doctor helps you to feel better!

*Heartp*




I saw my Urologist. He is going to dilate my bladder next week. He looked over my Cscans. I have a cyst on my kidney but it is minor. No problem. He said I just had a Urine Test and that was clear which I know. I went to see my Urologist by Hooterville Hospital. The handicapped parking is awful but I prayed and did alright.

I see my Doctor tomorrow. I hope that visit goes well. I woke up with bad sinus issues. Tylenol helped. Thank goodness. I am worried I will be dehydrated. I will ask him about it tomorrow.

It is going to rain*Rain* It is cooling off tomorrow.

I am sorry your brother had to leave. I hated when my sister went home. We don't see us anymore much. Poor Rascal. He will be on his own.

I haven't done anything on here. I have no pep. I need some story ideas. I keep up on achievement badges.

Downton Abbey. I need to watch the episodes again . I love this show.

Meghan. Like she needs a costume. Harry looks like a werewolf. I should be nice. I had such high hopes for them. Sad.

The Government Shutdown. I hope it ends. Ray's friend is in the military and has to go to Jordan. They won't even pay for his ticket. The Government Shutdown won't allow it.

Have a good day. I hope things go well for you . I pray for a good autumn. Thanks for all you do.

Hi on Tuesday. It is October 7, 2025.

I hope it is a good day for you and the sun is shining. Hope it goes okay at the Doctor's Office!

Give Miss Bella a hug from me! *Cat2**Heartp*

I went to the post office early, then got some stuff done here. I did some laundry.

I don't feel like I have much energy to do much or pay attention to much. Maybe that will get better. It's like every time my brother leaves, I have to get used to being by myself all over again. Only, I never get better, just start to get better. I am very sad and depressed a lot of the time. Rascal helps me to perk up. I am not sure I could manage a dog of my own, though.

The Yard Guy came and he aereated. I talked to him a while. My grass is pretty brown now.

News. Still the government is shut down. I feel like both sides should get serious about getting it back open. I don't really understand why they are doing things this way. Normal people are being hurt and inconvenienced. It doesn't seem right.

Royal Family. I don't think Meghan Markle should mess with the memory of Diana and mock it. That doesn't seem like a smart move to me. People loved and appreciated Diana. Markle needs to knock it off. So disrespectful to do what she did in Paris. Charles needs to do something, but I don't know what. I guess that's why he's King.

But Charles needs to take a stand and be firm because he owes it to Diana's memory.

That seems pretty clear that someone has to put their foot down besides Meghan Markle.

I am going to watch Downton Abbey more now. I get sidetracked with Youtube sometimes.

I hope that today proves to be a good day for you and you get to feeling much better!

*Heartp*
I went to the Doctor. My A1C is 6.1. He said that surgeon didn't need to do a Gtube thing on me. He said enemas would have worked. He knows the surgeon and I told him how the surgeon acted and he said he is rude. I agree. I pray I don't have anymore reasons to see a surgeon. At least next week's procedure will be better. Not great but I know what happens.

WE finally got rain *Rain* We don't get much lately but it rained *Rain* 5 hours at least.

I am sorry you miss your brother. He has his puppy. I don't understand why he leaves his puppy a lot. I am sure he loves him.

Meghan is making a fool of herself. Charles needs to take a stand is right. Princess Diana was a lady and a Princess. Meghan is neither. It's sad really. She wanted the title of Princess but not the rest of it. Diana's memory is precious. She was well loved. Can't Harry stand up to her?

Tomorrow, I need to clean house. I am so far behind.

The Government Shutdown. When is this going to end? In our past Campfires, we write about past things going on. We have more bad things then good. Let's hope better things are in store for us. The Vets aren't getting their money. Why does a Government Shutdown punish everyone?

A helicopter landed on a highway but at least no one was hurt. I would be afraid to fly. Too many accidents.

Have a good day. I am trying to think of a story for Bards Hall. Praying for better days.

Hi on Wednesday. It is October 8, 2025.

We move through October. Daylight gets shorter.

I hope today is a good day for you and you feel better. Hopefully, your Doctor gave you some good guidance for the future.

Give my love to Miss Bella! *Cat2**Hearto*

Life presents us with challenges to find our way through. I try to find ways to cope with all the changes, but some days are more difficult than others. There are a lot of blessings that are there to be thankful for, though.

I made my appointment for my flu shot for next week. At first I couldn't get through on the phone. Then, I was able to when I tried later on. Who knows why.

The government is still shut down. I feel sad for the people who are not getting paid and for the people who depend on these things that are shut down. They get caught in the middle. Why isn't Congress focused on reopening the government instead of having weird hearings. That's the mystery.

I guess with my brother, he has ways he copes by keeping on the move.

Royal Family. I look forward to Catherine's Christmas Concert. I enjoyed that last year.

Victoria Beckham has a new Netflix show that starts tomorrow. The first one she did with her husband was good. He is knighted now and is Sir David Beckham and she is Lady Victoria I think. That is something I will check out.

I watch a lot of youtube. A friend told me that I could watch old General Hospital episode things with Luke and Laura from the early 80s. So, I checked it out and it was like going back in time. I hope I don't get hooked on that, but it was kind of interesting.

We have things that challenge us, but we move forward and keep trying.

I hope today proves to be a good day for you!

*Heartv**Heartp*
The days get shorter. It is 50 Degrees. Autumn may be here.

I am trying to do things differently. I started drinking electrolytes drinks. I hope this helps things.

Luke and Laura. Those were good story lines. I have so many shows I want to watch. I het winter depression. That isn't good. I pray for things to improve. Maybe I still haven't adjusted to Mom dying. I think I have and I don't know.

I liked Catherine's Christmas Concert last year.

Christmas. I won't be doing much for Christmas this year. Maybe I will feel better . I love Christmas.

The Government Shutdown. They don't care about the nation. This is so sad. It affects us in one way or another.

We do find way to cope with changes. I am trying right now. My tests are fine but there are still issues.

I hope things are going well for you. I pray for you all the time.

I hope my cousin and I can go out next week if she quits going to Michigan. I need to talk to her afterwhile.

Ray is going to town to pick up my medicine. I had a bad night. I didn't sleep well.

Have a good day. Praying for better days. Later.

Hi on Thursday. It is October 9, 2022. On we go, through October toward Halloween.

I hope today is a better day for you. I am trying to change the way I eat, also, so I feel better. When I make myself eat fruits and vegeys it seems to be better. I am trying to find the positive. My blood pressure has been more steady now for a short time. That is a good thing.

Plus, I can sleep a tiny bit more and sounder at night.

Give Miss Bella my best today and always! *Cat2**Heartp*

I heard they have a peace deal for the middle east between Hamas and Israel, but Congress can't get around to reopening the government. Well, a peace deal, if it sticks is a wonderful thing. Jimmy Carter had one in the 70s that sort of worked for a short time. Maybe President Trump will work out something to stop the war in Ukraine, too. Wouldn't that be nice, but the Democrats won't give him credit for any of it. Too busy keeping the government shut down to do much else.

It is hard to adjust to so much change that goes on. I even see it here on the site, but I guess life is like that. Change is one thing we can count on. I see the holidays as maybe a time when I can find some new things to enjoy this year. Last year and the year before were rough. But I still found things that, in the end, I felt like okay so that was good. So, a few bright spots.

Sometimes, I ask for signs that loved ones are okay. I don't always get that, but sometimes I think I do. That can be comforting until the next wave of grief, but taking it one thing at a time isn't as overwhelming.

I have enjoyed watching old General Hospital snippets on youtube more than I thought I would. That Luke/Laura storyline really was as good as I thought it was at time, maybe better than anything going on now in TV or movies. I think we lived through a time of great storytelling and that stuff is still out there to enjoy.

I see adds for this and that medicine and I don't like the idea of the pharmaceutical companies pushing things on us.

Royal Family. Prince William did that nice interview with Eugene Levy. Those two really got along. Harry and whatever that is he is married to get some sort of ridiculous made-up award today in New York. After her behavior in Paris, if Harry sticks with her for this award, he's lost in the wilderness. She really disgraced the memory of Princess Diana besides what she's done to her own father. If Harry stands for that, good luck to him.

I would rather watch old General Hospital episodes than focus on those two, but William and Catherine seem like they are better than that. Hope that's the case or there won't be a monarchy much longer.

Well, it will be interesting to see if the Nobel Peace Prize people can bear to even nominate our President this week for the prize. Congress needs to get to work and open the government so the President and the country can get moving.

I hope today proves to be a good day for you and positive in how you feel.

*Heartp*


I'm doing better today. I hope it stays that way. I am drinking electrolytes juice. I hope that helps.

I cleaned the kitchen and folded up laundry.

Ray was out and bought home Burger King chicken fries and onion rings.

I have no use for the Democrats. I am unhappy with all the politicians. The Government Shutdown. I didn't watch news today.

I can't believe that one jerk got his talk show back. His big mouth. Oh well. He doesn't know me and can't insult me on TV.

I watched Eclipse. I haven't watched too many Halloween shows this month.

The Meghan and Harry Show. That is a Halloween Show. Elvira needs to host it. Meghan makes a spectacle of herself. Catherine is so sweet. She dresses so pretty. She doesn't bother anyone. She is a Princess and she deserves the title.

We have autumn weather. It feels like autumn.

I hate medicine commercials. All the side effects. Levaquin is an awful antibiotic and I worried it messed me up. I guess I have no new problems. Mental health meds can cause constipation, thyroid, breathing and strange facial movements. I won't be taking mental health meds. I just trust Xanax and I use it cautiously. Shots and injections. I want nothing to do with them. Doctor wanted to change my cholesterol pill. I told him I don't want anything new. I worry about side effects and my meds I have right now, I am used to. My one digestive issue, I am just working around it with water and electrolytes. Food adjustments. Enough of that.

Adjusting to change. I still am. My cousin and I want to have a Downton Abbey Party next month. Watch the new movie and make Christmas cookies.

I hope you are doing okay with changes that come your way. I hope no hurricanes bother you. Have a good rest of the week. Thanks for all you do. Enjoy General Hospital.
Hi on Friday. It is October 10, 2025.

I hope it is a good day for you and you are feeling better. I found that if I eat more fruits and vegeys and less other stuff that I sleep better and am feeling a little better. Hoping it continues and we both improve!

Give my best to Miss Bella! *Cat2**Heartp*

Yesterday I went to Target and the grocery store I like. The weather has been nice and not rainy as they predicted so it was easier to get around. The yard guy was around yesterday, but not working in my yard. I think it needs rain for him to do much.

I watched the first part of the Victoria Beckham thing on Netflix. I didn't think it was great so far, but it's far more interesting than Meghan Markle's stuff. There are two more parts and I'm not sure whether I will watch.

Want to get back into Downton Abbey. That really was a fantastic show. It seems to stand the test of time.

So, I saw Harry giving a mumbling/somewhat incoherent speech in NY. He and that thing he is married to got a weird award for something or other. They obviously bought it for themselves. Harry looks and sounds lost, but he's all in with what she did in Paris. So much for him standing up for the memory of his mother I guess.

Oh, that Jimmy Kimmel guy. I never watched anything late night since David Letterman retired. I know who Kimmel is, but I've never heard him say anything remotely funny, just political. How many ways can he say he doesn't like the President gets boring after a while. Maybe it's why the networks and cable news are failing. I don't think Kimmel has many fans except when he's whining about his free speech rights to lie about Charlie Kirk.

I guess President Trump didn't win the Nobel Prize. How dopey do the Nobel people look now. Maybe if they are going to be really stupid they should give it to Harry and that repulsive Zoolander walking thing of his. Might as well.

Yesterday, Schumer, the Democrats Senate leader said every day of the shut down is getting better and better for him. Sometimes, I stare at these people and I shake my head and walk away. Of course he's fine, he's getting paid, unlike the military, TSA people and air traffic controllers. What a tool.

Meanwhile, Trump is going to the middle east to seal the peace deal we hope.

That will be something if he achieves peace there. Maybe, then, he can get the Russians to quit fighting each other in the Ukraine. He's a busy bee, but those hostages need to come home after two plus years.

I like watching a little bit of Luke and Laura. Takes me back to a happier time. But that was even before I ever met Tom. So, to my youth.

Christmas cookies sound yummy!!

I hope that your Friday turns out to be a good day!

*Heartp*





I had sinus issues this morning. Change of temperatures. We do need autumn. I am glad it arrived.

I want to watch Downton Abbey. Maybe watch Jane Austen.

My cousin called. My uncle, Mom's brother, needs a five way bypass. The other alternative is a valve replacement with a stint. That can be dangerous. After the procedure, he needs six weeks to recooperate. With his dementia, he will be hard to handle. My aunt doesn't get around that well. I told my cousin to put him in rehab after surgery. He will have 24 hour care. This is a crisis . I pray for him and my family.

The Government Shutdown is still on. The Stock Market is down. I sometimes wonder if we should leave our money in the bank
My money from Mom is staying in the bank. I hope the Government straightens up.

Why do Meghan and Harry get an Award? They don't deserve it. William and Catherine deserve an Award.

I guess there is a hurricane brewing in the ocean. I was hoping they would skip over the US this year.

I hope you are feeling good and get to do some shopping and watch some good shows.

Bella *Cat* had turkey for lunch. She pushed her vinyl toy with her balls and feathers on ot by my chair. I had to get it and move it. She kept patting my hand. I wish I had her ambition.

I washed rugs and dusted. I hope to bake my Halloween Funfetti Orange Cake today.

Shows can take us back to happier times. That's why I love old shows. I get what you mean.

Have a good weekend. Praying for better days. Maybe next week will be better. Later.

Hi on Saturday. It is October 11, 2025.

I hope it is a good day for you and you feel better and the weather cooling off is helping. It is much cooler here now in the mornings.

I hope things go good for your Uncle and his family and he gets good care. That is such a tough thing to deal with health stuff and that dementia stuff. So difficult. I hope the path is clear and the medical people are kind.

Give my best to Miss Bella! *Cat2**Heartp*

Yesterday, I went to Kohls. I had 30% off coupon that I used to treat myself to a couple of things. It has been a while. Kohls has reconfigured their store. I can't count how many times they have done that since the pandemic. It makes it difficult to find things. After Kohls, I got myself lunch at Cook-Out. It had been a while for that, too.

Congress is on recess. I think that's disgusting behavior by both parties. Trump is working on peace for the Middle East. I have no problem with him because he's hard at work for peace. I really liked that guy who is Speaker of the House so I am very disappointed in him. I think his name is Mike Johnson. They get paid while government employees aren't paid and are being furloughed. They pay themselves. So, they take a break when they should be voting to reopen every hour on the hour. Just my opinion. It's what Sean Spicer says should happen on the Morning Meeting Show that I watch.

The stock market. Tom said, just let it go and don't look at it. I kept it the same as he had it. So, whatever. Congress needs to get to work and come up with an agreement. It is because Congress went on recess is why it is down.

Royal Family. That lame brain pair picking up an award. How ridiculous. After what Markle did in Paris it's pretty clear she never had any respect for Princess Diana's memory. It's sad to think that Harry has no regard either, but those two fully seem to deserve each other.

I saw Prince William visiting with a woman he knew. He seemed kind to her. At least it's him that will be King (I hope). He seems like a different type of person with a lot more on the ball.

I hope that Catherine is okay. I saw a video of Charles that was kind of scary. He appears to have lost a lot of weight.

I do enjoy watching the old shows. I watch a few scenes from General Hospital and it perks me up for some reason. I also like Maureen Callahan's The Nerve Show on Youtube.

The yard guy came and mulched the leaves in the back yard. They needed it. I visited with him a little. It's nice to have the yard looking better even if it doesn't last long.

I hope it turns out to be a good Saturday for you. Downton Abbey and P & P sounds like a good combination for a Saturday.

Take care of yourself and get some rest if you can!

*Heartp*

No rain *Rain* In the 50's. Ray and his brothers got the pole barn cleaned out. That is good. Dad saved everything like Mom. I look around my house and I have saved a lot as well. I have been staying off Ebay.

Kohls. I hate when stores rearrange their items. I have problems finding stuff. Last time I went, I was disappointed. I seem to shop less anymore. With winter coming on, I will shop less.

I signed up for the Halloween Movie Poetry Contest. I will try it and see how I do.

I am sure William will be King. No one wants Harry. Sad really. After they lost Queen Elizabeth, life hasn't been the same for England. I know I don't live there. I get it. I hope England has a good future ahead of them. The US, too. We need it.

Meghan. She doesn't care about anyone. She was a movie star. Not a good one from what I have seen of her acting. She has no right mocking Princess Diana . Someday. something will catch up with her.

My cousin says my uncle will probably gets stints and a heart valve replacement. It will be easier on him. Seems like there are always problems. I hope to go to Church tomorrow.

Bella *Cat* had her turkey.

Not much is happening. Things are quiet on here. The Government has the weekend off. Anymore, they are always off. I don't get the need for government shutdowns.

Have a good day and weekend. Later.

Hi on Sunday. It is October 12, 2025.

I hope it is a good day for you and you feel well. Hope all goes okay for your Uncle's heart procedures.

Give my love to Miss Bella! *Cat2**Heartp*

My neighbor and I went to church. It was rainy and windy so we almost didn't go, but it turned out okay. I felt chilly in the church, but it was a nice service and feels like a good way to start the week ahead. The main guy wasn't there, but the junior ones were good and nice.

My yard guy apparently came again yesterday and did some nice work on my bushes, trimming them. I didn't know he was there. My neighbor says he is like a genie appearing out of thin air when he shows up. I guess he did work on her yard, too. I am grateful that he helps us.

Yesterday, I watched more Luke and Laura General Hospital on Youtube. I watched some other things on the Royals, too. Lots of things to watch. I want to watch the next part of Victoria Beckham's Netflix thing today. Hope I don't get distracted with other stuff.

There is such a chill in the air now and it takes so long for it to get light outside. Spooky October weather is upon us now. *Ghost*

Some days are definitely more challenging than others.

I think about writing and doing this and that, but I don't have much ambition to actually do much. Maybe that will get better as time goes on. I hope so.

Royal Family. I heard that Charles wants Harry and Meghan to come back. Good luck to Charles doing that, if it is true.

Trump is going to the mideast tomorrow. I hope that the peace deal holds and Hamas gives back all the hostages.

I also hope that Congress quits paying themselves until they reopen the government. I am not sure what exactly they are paying themselves for.

It's a mystery.

Take care and I hope that today proves to be a good and positive day for us!

*Heartp**Hearto*

I went to Church. Today was Minister Appreciation Day. I didn't know about it. I will give her something next day I go. Some more money for the Church.

I got to Church and the woman who steals my spot pulled in behind me. She didn't get my spot. They had Children's Story today and we got out late. I left when we sang the closing song. I don't like waiting. Since I don't have Mom. I don't talk much to anyone. My friends have left. I do love the minister.

I watched movies about the fog, spiders and ants. Like really? I need to watch Downton Abbey. It's safer.

Why would King Charles want Harry and Meghan back? I don't get it. I wonder if Meghan will try and do a Christmas Special. I hope not.

I am glad Trump helped to end the Middle East War. This is God's plan. Now, the war with the Ukraine and Russia needs to end.

Government Shutdown still goes on. Trump needs to work on that problem as well.

I am doing laundry. Almost another week.

Things are quiet on here. I will start on the Halloween Poetry Contest tomorrow. 13 days. I hope I can keep up.

I am watching Gilligans Island . An episode about ghosts.

Thanks for the Awardicon for our new Campfire.

Have a good day and week. Thanks for all you do. Happy Autumn! *Leaf2O* *Pumpkin* *Ghost*
Hi on Monday. It is October 13, 2025.

I hope it proves to be a good day for you and you feel good to start the week off nice.

Give hugs to Miss Bella for me! *Cat2**Heartp*

My neighbor and I don't really visit much with other people, just each other. We get in and out. I have a handicapped thing so we park close by. We get there early to get a close handicapped spot.

Yesterday, there were some different people at the church. That is nice to see new faces, all there being with God and each other.

This morning, I watched President Trump in Israel addressing the knesset. Some Israeli (?) guy/jerk started yelling at him. He was a left wing guy like we have here that we call Democrats. This guy yelled and they pushed him out of the place. Trump said, "That was very efficient." about the guys hustling the idiot out of the knesset. Trump never seemed afraid. I would have been. He has gotten Hamas to release all the hostages. Pretty amazing but these guys never stick to what they agree. Maybe this time, but that's how they all seem to be in the middle east.

I, too, wish he would focus on getting the HERE in the U.S. government back open, but I guess he can't do everything at once. Congress has to do something to make it happen - the Senate has to pass something and the Democrats refuse to do it. The House has already passed the thing to open up the government, they are just waiting on the Senate. My neighbor said they laid off a bunch of IRS people. I heard that museums are closed in DC because of the shutdown.

It's a weird time.

I bet those hostages and their families are relieved. But some of the people who they held as hostages died in captivity. How sad for their families where people haven't made it back home.

I hope the Ukraine thing ends soon. That is all about people of Russian descent fighting each other. I guess that is what they do over land and such. Melania got Putin to agree to returning children to the Ukraine so maybe Melania can help since Putin seems to like her.
Wow, Putin is so creepy. He fits into Halloween. I hope Melania doesn't have to meet with him in person.

Trump could end every war on earth twice and people would still despise him because they have Trump Derangement Syndrome. Nobel Peace Prize will never go to Trump, but that makes the Nobel Peace Prize people look like they, too have Trump Derangement Syndrome.

Odd thing, really.

I watched my you tube stuff yesterday after I got back from church. I want to watch other things, but I get distracted by royal stuff.

I don't know why because Harry and his wife are just annoying at this point. I think something isn't right with their non-profit thing. Something big with what they have been funding. Follow the money. They should do that with a lot of investigations going on now.

This is a good day for Israel and I am happy for them having their hostages released after more than 2 years.

I hope today turns out to be a nice day for you!

*Heartp*



No rain *Rain* expected. Autumn weather. A sinus day.

I started the Halloween Poems thing. I think it will be fun.

Trump has done a good thing with tge Middle East . We have to hand ot to him. We still have a Government Shutdown. I pray that works out.

Bella *Cat* Is lying in the dryer. I was folding up clothes and she jumped in.

I watched Bewitched episodes last night.

Maybe Melania can get Putin to stop the war with Ukraine. I see hostages came home from the Middle East. That is heartwarming. I am thankful for some good news in the world.

Not much is going on. I am just watching my shows and hoping for a better world.

My cousin says my uncle is trying to decide what heart surgery to go with. I have been praying about this.

Ray is in the pole barn. He keeps busy. I should be doing things.

I did schedule my Mammogram. I can't go in until next month. I can't believe women have to wait that long. I get my bladder dilated Wednesday.

Have a good day and week. It will soon be Halloween. I am not going to put out my Frankenstein and stuffed black dancing cat. I just have Snoopy in his pumpkin.

I am always thinking of you. Thanks for doing the Campfire.





Hi on Tuesday. It is October 14, 2025.

I hope it is a good day for you and you feel okay.

Give my best to Miss Bella! *Cat2**Heartp*

I go in a little while to get my flu shot. I am going to my primary care doctor's office for it. I don't think I will get the Covid shot unless I hear a doctor recommending it. Hasn't happened yet.

Yesterday, I went to the post office, gas station and grocery store I prefer. I am thankful that al went well. Have to go to a different area today for the flu shot. Hopefully, it will go okay.

So, there is a peace deal in the mid east. Hostages were released. Poor people of Israel have been through a lot. Anything President Trump can do for peace is good by me. I have to wonder about those who cannot bring themselves to be thankful for this. God bless the peace makers. I hope it all works out well and is not just about money in the end.

Biden and Harris did not have the ability to do this. Clearly. President Trump comes up with new ideas for solutions to old problems. I saw that in him when he hosted The Apprentice years ago.

I think when he bombed the Iranian nuclear things (with no one hurt or worse) it changed things. Something has changed in him that I see now. Transformed is the word that comes to mind. Maybe it is a faith thing. That is the feeling I get.

Royal Family. Charles is the King and the head of the Church of England. I guess he does what he thinks is right after making mistakes earlier in his life.

Maybe he is constantly forgiving Harry, who does not seek forgiveness. So, they are stuck on the past for now. Maybe Harry is right about some things and wrong about others. He is not open to seeing what's going on in front of his face. That became clear in Paris.

Well, they have a lot of money to protect them.

Yesterday, I watched the next two parts of Victoria Beckham on Netflix. It was good, but not wonderful. I like her, but I liker her husband better. I liked the first thing the two of them did together better. Her husband is funny. He stood in line for hours outside by himself to pay his respects to Queen Elizabeth when she died. Remarkable man.

Other than a flu shot, not much else is happening.

I hope it is a good day for you and things go good.

*Heartp*

I am having a bad day. My power recliner has to be fixed. I have had only had it a few months. Like really?

We have to change Medicare Insurance plans. They are changing our old plan. I am have a sinus infection. I have some antibiotics left so I may take them. I should go see the Dentist before our insurance plan changes next year.

Ray went to Walmart.

The farmers are out picking corn. Usually, it gets done in November.

I guess Charles feels he has to forgive Harry. My son and I have had differences of opinion and we go forward. Since Mom is gone and my son lives so far away, we have to hang on to our family. Meghan. Maybe Harry will divorce her someday.

Trump did a good thing but others won't see Trump for the good he does. Politicians right now. The government shutdown thing. That holds Americans back from trusting the President and his politicians.

Hope the flu shot went well. I see my Urologist for my dilation procedure tomorrow. I hope that goes well.

I hope things are going well for you. I am always thinking of you. Thanks for all you do.
Hi on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.

I hope it is a good day for you and things go okay with your Doctor Visit.

Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! *Cat2**Hearto**Heartv*

Hope you can get your recliner fixed quickly. I hate it when stuff breaks like that.

It's hard changing health insurance. The agent we have evaluates our plan every year and I hold my breath in case she says we need to change. It's all so confusing. When I think that Democrats give it to people here illegally, I wonder if they have to have complicated changes or if it is done for them at taxpayer expense. The whole shutdown is apparently because Democrats want illegals to get health insurance and Republicans do not. That's one explanation, I guess.

Yesterday, I went and got my flu shot. My arm hurt, but I took Tylenol. I felt sorry for myself some and moped for a while. Went to McDonald's later on. I was in a mood.

After a while, I decided to clean the floor downstairs. I vacuumed and then wet swiffered. Tom would have liked that I did that. It looks better for now. He liked doing the floors and having them clean. They looked much better when he cleaned with the steamer, but I can't manage it. I barely manage the vacuum.

I watched the Medal of Freedom presentation to Charlie Kirk's wife. I cried, watching her speech.

I wonder where Donald Trump gets the energy to do all he does. He flew to Israel, made peace, then Egypt, then home for the ceremony on Charlie Kirk's Birthday. It was in the new rose garden area. How does he do it? I struggle to have the energy to vacuum. Sigh.

Royal Family. Apparently, now the fashion designer from Balenciaga says Meghan Markle invited herself to the Fashion Week thing. How bizarre. She did some sort of thing in DC yesterday and I couldn't make out what she was saying. The elevator doesn't seem to go to the top floor with her or Harry these days.

I imagine that Charles has concerns that might go beyond behavior problems with those two knuckleheads.

I wish I could get some ambition to get things done, but it doesn't seem to be happening too much.

Take care of yourself and I hope the Doctor helps you to feel much better!

*Heartp*









I got my bladder dilation done today. It isn't fun but it is better then surgery. I had been feeling better with my bladder. My sinuses are better today.

Now, I have to use my phone to sign in at the Urologist. What good are the girls working at the desk? You have to call for an appointment and wait for them to call you back. There are new nurses at the Urologists Office. They are nice.

We got misty rain*Rain* today.

I am not doing The Halloween Poetry Contest. I don't understand the poetry format and types. I am beginning to think I can't write anything anymore.

So, Meghan invited herself to a Fashion Show. No surprise there. That's the Hollywood thing with her.

I am feeling down. Maybe it's winter depression. Since I lost Mom, I have lonely moments. I thought I was dealing with it but I'm not. I will enjoy life and do what I can.

I get a call and my Oncologist is leaving. Okay. I called and found out it is the Oncologist by the hospital. He isn't my Oncologist. What the hay?

Someone saw Mom's house and said her daughter and husband might want to buy it. I almost wish they would . Buy it at the price I was quoted and I will sell it.

No more news about my Uncle. I am waiting and praying.

Trump is really trying. Just need to do something about the Government Shutdown. He has those Democrats to deal with. Enough said.

I hope your arm is feeling better. I appreciate you listening. I need to clean house.

Have a good day. Have a great autumn. Enjoy cleaning floors. Later.
Hi on Thursday. It is October 16.

I hope your procedure helped and you feel better and keep feeling better with the sinus stuff. This time of year has allergy things going on.

Hope your Uncle is getting good care.

Doctors seem to think that lots of change is a good thing. I don't agree with that.

Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! *Cat2**Heartp*

Yesterday and last night I didn't feel well. I think it is from the flu shot. I do feel better this morning, but in the night had a fever and couldn't sleep much.

Have been feeling down lately, too. It's a tiring struggle with trying to cope sometimes.

I watched the Victoria Beckham 3 part thing again. I slept through some of it the first time. I like her a lot. I heard reports that Meghan Markle is trying to be Victoria Beckham now. How bizarre. For a while, they said she was trying to be Princess Diana, then Princess Catherine, copying what they wear and how they move around. She doesn't quite get it right, but I can see it now with Victoria Beckham. Meghan wants her life.

David Beckham is a lot more appealing than Prince Harry. A lot more.

I went to the post office and Lowe's and Cook Out.

I blew leaves off my deck and cleaned some out there.

I am disappointed about some things and feel let down. I keep trying to push myself, but it's getting more and more difficult instead of easier. Sometimes, people are not nice, maybe they intend to be, but they aren't. It is surprising in some cases, not so much in others.

I can't seem to get motivated to even organize what I want to do. So, I watch Netflix and Youtube instead.

On the bright side, the yard guy came to put out our clippings containers so I was able to pay him. for what he did earlier in the week.

I hope that things get easier for you. Grief is the toughest thing I've ever had to deal with. It's a thing that comes on me in waves. Some days are definitely better than others. Talking to a grief counselor helped me for as long as that lasted. But at the end, I felt abandoned. It's a daily struggle and challenge to cope.

President Trump ended the Middle East Hostage thing and settled things. Some individuals don't want to give him credit. Whatever. God knows the truth. Same with people bad mouthing Charlie Kirk. God knows the truth there, too.

I hope today proves to be a better day for both of us. What challenge is in store?

*Heartp*



My bladder is doing good. My sinuses and my teeth are having issues. I called the Dentist and I can't get in for 2 weeks and better. I am taking an antibiotic I complete. I hope I don't need to go to the Doctor. He said it was my hitial hernia. That is fine now. I don't know.

My cousin called and said my uncle is having the stint and heartvalve done. The Doctor hasn't called back.

Victoria Beckham sounds good. I am back to watching The Mod Squad.

I am sorry the flu shot bothered you. I don't want anymore vaccines. I wish I felt good all the time.

It is 60 some Degrees. Farmers are finishing up.

Meghan needs to be dealt with. She is being a brat. I hope Charles does something with her.

I don't have a lot to say. My cousin wants me to come over next week. I hope I will feel up to it. She is like my sister. I hope Mom can see me down here. I guess in Heaven, our loved ones are happy. That is a good thing.

President Trump did good. I hope he will continue to do good things. I want to have faith in him. The Government Shutdown is still on. I hope this ends.

Have a good day and feel better. I am always thinking of you. Later.
Hi on Friday. It is October 17, 2025.

I hope it is a good day for you and you feel better. Sometimes it takes a few days after finishing an antibiotic for it to take hold with me.

Hopefully, all will go well for your Uncle and things will turn out good.

Give my love to Miss Bella! *Cat2**Hearto*

I feel better now from that flu shot. That was rough. I felt sorry for myself some and really upset and mopey. But today, I feel a little better. I was able to, thankfully, sleep quite a bit last night and that helps a lot.

I want to be able to organize myself better. There are things and rooms here that I avoid. I really do feel sometimes like I live in a cave within a house. It's weird.

I took a birthday gift bag and some treats to my neighbors next door for their puppy's birthday tomorrow. He will be 5. Boo has been gone five years as of Dec 18. I feel like this pup was sent here to rescue us from our sadness the year after losing our Boo. Not a day goes by that I don't miss Boo.

Watched the usual Youtube yesterday. Political stuff and Royal Stuff.

Someone said Meghan always likes to be a villain because the villain gets the most attention. Now, she is trying to be the villain to Victoria Beckham. Before that it was Catherine. I bet, one day, it will be Harry. It makes sense to me.

The Government is still closed. How do we tell that it is closed? Because they tell us so. Not good for either side or anyone caught in the middle. I guess there is peace in the Middle East. They tell us that, too. Why not make it peace in the Ukraine, too? Wouldn't that be nice for the world.

Good days are there to be cherished, but sometimes it feels like they are few and far between.

Hope today proves to be a good and positive day for you!}

*Heartp*



The antibiotic is giving me side effects. I am taking medicine to counteract it. I think it may be helping otherwise. I hope to be better by the weekend.

We will soon have the house cleared out. The Auctioneer is taking the other items. I have heard my potential buyer is good at trying to rip people off. I have decided not to sell the house to him. Ray asked if I will feel bad about selling the house. There are memories. I can't move into another house. My house isn't perfect but I added some of Mom's furniture and it makes it classy. I have nice furniture but I enjoy my house.

The Medicare Insurance man is coming over Tuesday. Looks like our insurance will be the same

I did laundry. I cleaned the kitchen. I dust mopped the kitchen. I got a few things done.

Peace with Ukraine. I feel sorry for the head guy in Ukraine. Putin is a jerk and mean. I hope Trump can get Putin to back off.

It is going to rain*Rain* tomorrow.

That is cute you bought the puppy Birthday gifts. Dogs and cats love when you do special things for them. They understand. They do hate the Vet.

Meghan loves being a villain. She is an actress. She acts. She loves being mean.

My cousin has to take my uncle to 2 different heart specialists next week. She is so upset. I get it.

17 days of Government Shutdown. Unreal. They are hurting a lot of people. So sad.

I do hope you feel better. I hope you have a good weekend. Thanks for all you do. Later.
Hi on Saturday. It is October 18, 2025 already.

I hope it is a good day for you and you see noticeable improvement in how you feel. Hope things go well for your Uncle next week. It is hard to deal with medical scheduling - takes a lot of energy that most patients don't have.

Selling your Mom's house is a hard thing. We had to say no to an offer on my Mom's house, but then a better one came along that was not as insulting as the first one. It took a little time and was difficult, but some things don't feel right and I felt like that was my Mom telling me not to do something.

Give my best to Miss Bella! *Cat2**Hearto**Heartv*

I feel better than I did, but still feel tired. I don't think that the enhanced flu shot agreed with me. I hope they gave me the right shot. It was at my Primary Care doctor's office. They didn't give me any paperwork. I will try to remember to ask the doctor about it in December.

I was in a foul and grouchy type mood yesterday, but then I prayed for guidance and things got better. I did something that was difficult, but I felt like God was telling me I needed to be the bigger person about something. Things started to go better after that.

Wish I could motivate myself to organize my thinking about what I need to do around here. Whenever I try to do much, I get so tired I have to rest. Then I get distracted by Youtube videos and the day is over.

I think the Government being shut down will end when some one in power is inconvenienced. Other than that, I don't think they care about what they do to ordinary people. Politicians used to care, but they don't anymore. They care when they want our votes, though. This isn't a big election year so they are in the "don't care" mode. Trump is busy working on world peace.

This week was Charlie Kirk getting the Medal of Freedom. I knew who Charlie Kirk was because I had seen him on something with Megyn Kelly. He was talking about the Epstein thing when I saw him.

Then, I see Prince Andrew is doing something with some of his titles because he's accused. In the Epstein thing.

I saw that Meghan Markle allegedly said something horrible about Harry on a Dan Wooton Podcast, but it was sort of covered up by Peace in the Middle East and all the hoo ha about the "Epstein" thing. If she really said what they are indicating she said about Harry, it isn't good news for him.

Every time something seems to get close to the truth on the royal family or Epstein or big politicians, there is a big diversion or distraction to cover things up. It's like things are off center.

I think Trump will try hard to get Putin and Zelenskyy to agree to a peace deal, but it won't be quick because once they agree they won't be a diversion from the Epstein thing. It seems like the time has to be right somehow.

When I see the news now, I think what is the real news that this news is covering up for. The end of the government shutdown should be easier to get then peace in the Middle East, but it's not. That's what I mean about things being odd.

Ordinary people get caught in the middle and aren't considered important, until they are.

It's a weird world now.

I hope that you feel good and have a nice start to an enjoyable weekend.

*Hearto**Heartv*





I started out feeling stuffed up. I get up and fold up laundry and do dishes. I feel better.

It is a weird world. Government Shutdown. Ukraine and Russia at war. I try to forget about the world problems. I try to live each day as it comes. I pray for good things for everyone.

Grouchy. I get that way. I have things to do and don't feel well. I have things to do. I can't get a call back about getting my chair fixed. Waiting on things you order to show up in the mail. I am not patient. At least Medicare paid for a lot of the ER and hospital stay, blood tests and CT scans. Medicare refuses to pay for what the Doctors and hospitals charge. They don't charge us. Medicare has been good with us. In tge Nursing Homes, Medicare didn't want to pay for anything . I felt sorry for the people I took care of. Medicare is better now .

I heard Prince Andrew gave up some of his titles. I wonder if Fergie has a castle or a cottage. I would take either one. Meghan. Is she trying to make a fool out of Harry? He can do that on his own. William will be a good King.

I do wonder what the government is lying to us about. I used to think ignoring the news was a good thing. Since Covid and Ray retired, he keeps me up on the news.

Charlie Kirk was a nice guy it seems. Bad guys still misbehave. Sad.

I worry about getting the right shot. My Vitamin B12 Shot has red solution. I hear negative side effects about Covid vaccines. I don't want anymore

I hope you are feeling better. We are expecting rain*Rain* Hopefully just mild.

Have a good day. Catch you later.
Hi on Sunday. It is October 19, 2025.

I hope it is a good day for you and you feel better and better to start the new week off.

Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! *Cat2**Heartp*

I drove my neighbor and me to the church. The head minister guy has not been there for a couple of weeks with no explanation. The assistants do a nice job, though. I find the woman to be very comforting with her sermons. She seems really kind.

It wasn't that light out when we left for church. Now, the sun is shining, but rain and wind are expected this afternoon. I hope the wind isn't too bad, but the rain is badly needed.

When I got back from church, I blew the leaves off my deck, cleaned the railing a bit and cleaned a chair. I am working on my deck little by little. So far, not that many leaves have fallen.

There were protests on one of the main streets here yesterday, but this time it was peaceful from everything I hear and see. Not like those horrid riots that happened in 2020, when the media lied so much. So, that is good. I even know someone who went and they said everyone was nice and it was peaceful. That is a good thing if it continues. Weather cooperated as it was a lovely day. I wouldn't do it, but I have no problem with people peacefully doing peaceful things. As long as they don't block the roads and hurt others, whatever.

Watched the usual Youtube stuff yesterday. Mostly, it was about the Royal Family flapping around about Andrew and Fergie losing their Duke and Duchess title. He's still a Prince, apparently. I don't really get it.

That Epstein thing is really keeping things stirred up in a number of areas. I don't think anyone will ever really know the truth about what went on and what some of those powerful people were doing.

If normal people act up, look out. But with royals and rich people, I guess they do what they want. It doesn't seem like they really face consequences in this life. I think leave it to God to sort it out in the end.

I hope today is a good start to the week for you and things go smoothly.

I'm sticking close to home so I don't get caught up in any protesting going on.

Have a nice Sunday!

*Heartp*








we did get rain*Rain* and it is still raining *Rain* It is windy. I didn't go to Church. I still have sinus issues. I hate when this happens. I am making the best of it.

Sorry, you don't have your regular minister at Church. To me, with your regular minister, it is hard to get used to get a guest minister. Our one minister always had a guest minister once a month because he didn't want to preach. I will read Devotions today.

Prince Andrew. I never understood all those titles. A Prince is a Prince. Duke. Duchess. Really? I don't get it. Now, they are protesting Trump wants to be a King. Like really? I don't get it.

Sorry, there are protests in your town. My town is quiet. Why are they protesting? Government Shutdown? Sad really. Media will always lie. I guess there is nothing we can do about things.

My cousin wanted me to come over but her father has to see two different Doctors and she is busy with him and problems. I get it. I am not feeling my best. Maybe next week will be better for all of us. I hope so.

Bella *Cat* has been lying on the bed *Bed2* today. She had lunch.

I Need to clean the bathrooms. I hope I don't need to go to Urgent Care. I am tired of seeing Doctors.

Have a good week. I am always thinking of you. Thanks for the Ghost Merit Badge. Later.

Hi on Monday. It is October 20, 2025 already.

I hope it is a good day for you and a good start for the week. Hope your sinus issues get cleared up. It seems to be the time of the year for that.

Hope your Uncle's care gets sorted out and things go well for him.

Give my best to Miss Bella Kitty! *Cat2**Heartv*

This morning, I went out early to run my errand to the grocery store. It was nicer going earlier. It was chilly. We did not get any noticeable rain yesterday, although a couple of the chairs on the deck were wet. Nothing much, though. We do need rain, but I can do without the storms.

I was hoping I would sleep well, but I didn't get good sleep. Up and down all night. Maybe tonight will be better.

Church is kind of confusing right now with the comings and goings of the clergy. The main guy seems to go to Central America a lot, but I'm not sure if that is where he is at the moment. They seem kind of secretive about what is going on.

I think that No Kings rally on Saturday was mostly older people here. They seemed well behaved, unlike that rioting mob of unwashed slobs that we had in 2020. It seemed like a different sort, but I am not sure what they are worked up about. Someone told me the people were nice and they had fun at it so that doesn't sound like they are worked up and angry. It sounded more like a weekend party than a protest.

Some people love to fuss even when things aren't that bad.

I wish the government would open, but I think someone will have to be inconvenienced in a big way for that to happen. I hope they prove me wrong.

Royal Family. They don't seem very royal right now, thanks to old seedy Uncle Andrew. He's gross. I wonder who else will be ensnared in the Epstein thing. I heard an excerpt from that book that comes out this week, the one that's got the whole thing stirred up again. Not nice.

Poor Queen Elizabeth, dealing with all her family's selfish nonsense. She was royal, but I'm wondering about the rest of them.

I watched an Episode of Downton, but mostly Youtube yesterday about the scandal.

I guess peace in the Middle East lasted a week and then they were at it again.

At least Trump tries to get these guys to the peace table. He's making an effort.

I hope today brings about a brighter week and you feel much better as the days go forward.

*Heart*

Ray got my sinus infection now he says. I am still on the antibiotic and I hope when I get off that, I will be better. A bladder dilation can take awhile. It took 3 weeks one time to get better. I pray and wait. Antibiotics take forever for me to get better. I pray and go forward.

The insurance man is coming over tomorrow. Ray is going to Walmart tomorrow. I hope the insurance won't change.

My chair. We can't get a part for it. We have to wait for the furniture man to show up and take the chair and repair it then bring it back. No wonder I am stressed.

I did vacuum. It is cold today. I wanted autumn. I got it

Peace in the middle east. I didn't think it would last. Like the Bible. Those people were always at war. I think that is the way of the world anymore.

Bella *Cat* has been quiet. She lays in her favorite places.

The Royals. Andrew. He and Harry and Meghan should be in the dungeon. They think they are Royals and the world revolves around them.

Things are quiet on here. I have done some reviews. I hope to write about a Celtic woman and a pet wolf and give her a story. Maybe add a dragon.

I am watching my soaps. I have been watching Dark Shadows

I watched a sweet, cute Hallmark Romance movie about a woman and a Lab dog who steals her sandwich. He is wearing a note saying he needs a good home and the woman meets a man who helps her train the dog. She says she didn't want the dog but in the end, she gets the dog and man both. I love these kind of stories.

Trump. Such bad press about him. I wouldn't want to be President.

Going to rain*Rain* tonight. We get a lot of rain*Rain* in autumn.

Have a good day. Thanks for listening.
Hi on Tuesday. October 21, 2025.

I hope you and Mr. Ray feel better and it is a good day for you.

Give hugs to Miss Bella Kitty for me! *Cat2**Hearto*

The first time I tried to get online this morning, I couldn't. So, I called the Internet Company and they went through things and said to unplug this and that and if it wasn't working to call back. So, I did what they said and now (fingers crossed) it appears to be working.

I am thankful to God because I am pretty lost here alone without the Internet working.

Yesterday, I went to the grocery store I like. That was about all that I did going places.

I cleaned some on my deck and blew the leaves off it. I am trying to have things look nice. Why? Who knows. Also, I vacuumed and wet swifferred the wood floors upstairs. I still have two rooms to do. Made the bed, which is one of the most strenuous things I do. That is a workout.

Watched Youtube mostly, as usual. There is always something new on Youtube. When the Internet doesn't work, I'm lost without my Youtube, too.

I really want to get organized about going through things here. As it stands, I do something then get tired of it and forget about it. There is 19 years of stuff to go through so it's a bit overwhelming.

In the news, President Trump keeps talking about this rare earth stuff. I don't really know what that is and I never heard about it before this year. It's the name of a rock band from the 70s, that's all I know.

That government shutdown is 3 weeks now. What do they really do. It seems like President Trump is the only one doing things.

Royal Family. They are in a pickle thanks to Andrew. He has opened up a can of worms by being a jerk to people and hiding behind his mother and now King Charles. Now, the press will follow the money with the others. That girl who accuses Andrew is speaking from the grave. That's a pretty powerful thing.

I think, with Harry and Meghan the question is will they follow what they have been doing with their money. Or cover it up to protect the overall royal family. I suspect they are part of a larger group in the U.S. doing questionable things. Just a feeling.

I hope the Queen's corgis are okay. Fergie sounds surprisingly bad.

That romance sounds nice. I love stories where animals have happy endings.

Well, here's hoping my internet continues to work.

I hope you feel better today and things go good. Hope the weather is nice.

*Hearty*

The insurance man was here and things went well. Looks like we just have to pay a small premium for Medicare and hopefully, our benefits will stay the same. Our county is small and they would cancel our plan but now, we get another plan. We hope for the best.

I was sitting on one of the dining room chairs at the card table and Bella *Cat2* jumped behind me and wanted the chair. She meowed and battered me. She has 5 other chairs in the Dining Room to play on. She is a problem child at times

Trump wants to build a ball room. They need to worry about the Government Shutdown. Like the White House needs a big, huge Ball Room.

Rare Earth. I remember the group. I like their songs.

It is raining*Rain* and cold and the clouds look like snow*Snow5* clouds. It is going to rain*Rain* all week and we are getting frost this weekend. Our trees are trying to change color.

I am doing laundry. You said you are cleaning house. I keep up with things. I don't know what to do with Mom's things in the front room. If my cousin gets time, she can come over and help me.

The Royals. I read about Fergies problems. I guess we all have health situations. I hope the Corgis are doing well. Harry and Meghan. They love being in the news.

I hope to get better. My sinuses are better. I hope my other problem calms down.

I hope to write something. I just do Blog enries

Have a good day. I am always thinking of you. Thanks for all you do.

Hi on Wednesday. It is October 22, 2025.

I hope it is a good day for you and you feel better and perky.

Give Miss Bella a nice greeting from me! *Cat2**Heartv*

Glad to read that the insurance stuff went okay. I hate dealing with that kind of thing. Tom sort of enjoyed it at times.

I am having stomach upset this morning, but hopefully that will straighten out as the day goes on. I don't know why I have it, I didn't eat anything unusual.

My Internet has been acting up. It seems to be working now, but it went out a couple of times yesterday. I am hoping it is okay now. Fingers crossed. I come on here and watch my Youtube and Netflix on it so I depend on it.

I cleaned the floor in one room and worked some more on cleaning the deck furniture and railings yesterday. Also, I went to Target. They have a lot of Christmas stuff up now, just like Lowe's does.

I wish I could get myself organized better, but I am trying my best to keep things nice. It's hard to keep up with things at times.

News. I don't agree with most things politicians do. They should open the government, they could do it right now if the Democrats would vote for it.

The White House. I think I heard that section of the White House was added on when FDR was President. So, it isn't technically about tearing down the original White House that burned anyway in the early 1800s. I think he wants to make it nice so that foreign leaders who come for state dinners don't think it's shabby or something. He's paying for it, I hear, so whatever I guess, but they should reopen the government before they work on that. That's what I don't get.

Royal Family. Andrew seems to be just horrible. Poor Queen Elizabeth with all those stinkers in her family. She still managed to try and do her best with things for so many years. She's the one I really feel sorry for, putting up with people like Andrew, Harry and Meghan. Ick. They should go to an island together and put up with each other for a while. See how they like that.

Today will be a day for me trying to feel better and maybe doing some more cleaning. I wish I could organize myself better, but I do not see it happening today.

Take care, feel better and enjoy your Wednesday!

*Heartp**Heartv*

Ray went to Walmart. It is still chilly and windy.

I was feeling good the past 2 days but not today. I didn't purmist today. I need to that. Ray has sinus issues now. I thought he was doing better. I see tge Dentist 2 in 2 weeks. I need to get my dental issues taken care of. We don't have emergency Dentists. Hopefully, I can hold off.

Times like this, I miss Mom. Mom worried about things and I used to tell her everything. I pray about things.

The Government Shutdown is still going on. Like really?

The local news have shootings, car accidents and not pleasant news.

Sorry, your internet is acting up. I am surprised ours is cooperating. With the wind and everything. Our electricity is doing good at least.

The Auctioneer and Ray are at Mom's getting rid of the last 4 pieces of furniture. This is sad, too. We need to get things done.

The Royals. Meghan and Harry. I think they want to be the most famous Royals. Like really? They are infamous. No one is interested in them. I don't know. Maybe we should feel sorry for them.

I am glad Trump is paying for the Ball Room. By the time it is done, he will be out of office. I am not paying for it.

Bella *Cat* is doing good.

I need to get organized. I don't feel up to it. I pray things get better

Not much is new. Have a good day. I hope your stomach feels better. Later.

Hi on Thursday. It is October 23, 2025.

I hope it is a good day and you feel better and Mr. Ray feels better.

It is chilly here, but sunny. Sort of a normal fall day, I guess.

Give my love to Miss Bella Kitty! *Cat2**Heartv*

Hopefully, the Internet keeps working. I cannot tell much about it, but I ordered a back up router (just in case) from amazon.

Yesterday, I stayed close to home. I worked some on my deck and also my other bedroom floors. I want to try and get myself organized and motivated, but I don't seem to be able to focus enough to do it. Maybe, as time goes on, I will get there.

The News.

Timing is an important thing. I do not like that they can't re-open the government, but they are working on building a Ballroom for the White House. I understand it needs to happen, but maybe they need to get control of the problem at hand, which is that some people are working, but not getting paid. People are worried and don't want a Ballroom waved at them. The timing is bad. I think politicians have no idea what normal people go through. I notice they pay themselves, but they aren't coming to a solution so what are they getting paid for.

The Epstein thing is really exposing a lot about Andrew and Fergie. Maybe, in the end, Harry will be glad that he lives where he does. Same for Meghan. What Andrew is accused of is much more serious then what I know of their shennanigans.

Meanwhile, Charles is in Rome with the Pope, which is weird, considering what Andrew is accused of with children.

The news has been pretty shocking this fall. First Charlie Kirk and now all this Epstein stuff. It's just so gross and some people are protected while others are not. Very odd.

I hope that today proves to be a nice day for you and you both feel better.

I'm not sure what I will try and do today. Whole lot of nonsense, probably.

*Heartv*



I feel better off and on. If I go out, I seem to feel better. I haven't been out in awhile. My cousin has my uncle to worry about. I don't go out much. With winter coming on. I stress out easy. We live each day as it comes.

No wind. No rain*Rain* We do have sunshine.

Our ebay orders and Hallmark orders have been slow at arriving. At least the government isn't controlling them. I finally got Ray's Christmas Enterprise Ornament today. I got my Prancer DVD movie yesterday. I did watch Prancer. I love this movie.

I will need to start cleaning house again.

The Government Shutdown. Why should the politicians get paid? They shouldn't get paid until this Shutdown is over. The ballroom. Is Cinderella going to show up? I feel it isn't necessary. I quit voting years ago. If we all refuse to vote, maybe they would think twice. I am disappointed in politicians.

I am going to make spaghetti today. I get tired of the same foods. A nice change of pace.

We had to hold Bella *Cat* to give her medicine. She wasn't speaking to us for awhile.

Things are quiet on here. I am hoping I feel like writing something.

I only slept 4 hours last night. I do that sometimes.

I hope you are feeling better. I appreciate all you do. Have a good day. Almost the weekend. Later. Thanks for all you do.

Hi on Friday. It is October 24, 2025.

I hope it is a good day for you and things go good. Hope you and Mr. Ray feel better and the weather cooperates with everything you want to do.

Give my love to Miss Bella! *Cat2**Heartp*

Yesterday I went grocery shopping to the store I like. It went okay and I am thankful to God for helping me to do things I need to do. It got real cold overnight and there is supposed to be some frost this morning. Day light is definitely shorter now. I found a small light to put on my stairs in case of a power outage. I try to have a lot of batteries on hand. Sometimes my internet goes out. I do not know why.

Watched a lot of youtube. I read a while in the Four Winds Book by Kristin Hannah. I read in a couple of other books, too. If I read 25 pages and I'm not interested, I'm donating the book from now on pretty much. Good Will is less than a mile away so I need to step up my donations.

News. Congress pays themselves, but not the military. I think if they wouldn't pay themselves, they wouldn't close the government. If this continues, it will mess up Thanksgiving for people, but Democrats don't care. I remember how many things they messed up during the pandemic then fibbed about it later.

I cleaned my floors some and also worked on the deck railing and cleaning the chairs on the deck. I blew the leaves off too. The corgis bark at me when I do that. They are so cute.

Royal Family. Charles went and prayed with the Pope. This is a big deal to them. To Charles anyway. Camilla was there.

That Epstein thing sure is odd. Some of those big shot men who did that stuff with young girls should feel very ashamed. Prince Andrew isn't smart enough (apparently) to feel ashamed or cover his tracks. What a tool.

I don't think the truth will ever get out because too many powerful people are involved. It's sort of like the JFK Assassination in that sense.

President Trump is making the White House beautiful, but it has to look torn up to get to the beautiful point I guess. I just wish they would pay the military and others who are entitled to be paid before they start yelling about how big the new magnificent ballroom will be. I think when Trump went to dinner at Windsor Castle, he wanted a ball room bigger than the royals. Oh well. He's paying for it with his own moola (he says) so whatever. I bet that is noisy. He said he "loved" that sound of the bulldozers. But in the fall it will be chilly. Why not wait until spring when it warms up. He didn't ask me.

Well, I hope today leads to a nice weekend. I am slowly trying to figure out how to organize things around here. Trumps ball room will probably be built before I get organized if I'm honest about it.

Take care and enjoy your Friday!

*Heartp*

Ray went in for a blood test this morning and got home at 8:00 AM. He woke me up. I had a Xanax.

My sinuses are better but for how long, I don't know. I hope the rest of me feels better. I am trying.

The cost of living is going up. The Government is still in shutdown. I hate to even get out of bed sometimes.

My power recliner broke down. We had to have 2 guys pick it up and send it out for repairs. I don't know why they can't send a guy out to repair it. I won't have a chair for a month. We have a couch and a love seat. Ray has his recliner. We couldn't even order parts online. You can't find the right parts. Sometimes, I hate a variety of things. Like cell phones. You can never find the phone case you need.

It is chilly today. No rain*Rain*

I read a hurricane Melissa is brewing in the ocean.

I got 8 Physical Merit Badges today. I ordered them 3 months ago. They came in a box. That is a nice surprise.

The Ball Room. So, Trump saw the one the Royals have. He doesn't want the Royals to get ahead of him. Like really?

Government Shutdown. I will probably get my chair back before the government reopens. It has been a mess

I am thinking of going out today. I need to get away

I hope you have a good weekend. I am trying to have a good day. Thanks for all your Blog comments. Later

Hi on Saturday. It is October 25, 2025.

I hope it is a good day for you and you feel well. Hope you had a good day yesterday, as well.

Some days are more challenging than others. I do not know why that is or what triggers things, but it seems to be the case.

Give Miss Bella Kitty a hug from me! *Cat2**Heartp*

When I get one thing fixed, it seems like two more things break. It is not easy to get anything done now. I think to myself I will get something new and then I think, it will just break and I won't know how to get it fixed right. So, I keep the old stuff that sort of works and I try and make do.

I really should do something about a couple of things at least. But I procrastinate and then I feel bad about it. It's kind of a vicious circle, but I don't get much done is the result.

The things I have gotten done this year aren't many. The yard man helped me do most of them when I stop and think about it. He has been very helpful.

When my brother comes it is moral support and he helps me change my ac/furnace filter. I don't want him to hurt himself helping me so I don't bug him with things. He and his pup, Rascal, cheer me up.

It is nice you got a nice surprise in the mail. That is always fun. I forget about things I order, but then when they come I am excited so that is nice. Usually the mail is pretty boring, but that livens things up.

In the News. I think when someone powerful is inconvenienced directly by the shutdown, it will end. That isn't something likely, but it could happen after a while, I guess. The Democrats hate normal people. I found that out during the pandemic and with the whole lying about Biden thing.

Royal Family. They seem to have a lot of options on places to live. They have their bad actors, just like other families, but they have more places where they can banish the bad actors to. Like if they send Andrew to Scotland. That doesn't seem so bad to me for Andrew, Fergie and the Corgis to go to Scotland.

It's better than what happened to most of their buddy, Epstein's victims.

I like that King Charles had a nice visit with the Pope and they prayed together. First time since Henry the 8th. Very historic. Meanwhile Andrew's sordid scandal goes on.

I wonder who will be first to dance in the new Ballroom and how soon that will happen.

It probably will be quicker than getting most things repaired these days. Sigh.

I hope today is a day that finds you feeling well and the weather cooperates nicely!

*Heartp*

I felt better yesterday. I did enjoy going to CVS and getting a Downton Abbey Magazine and Wicked Magazine. I got my Meds. I was 63 Degrees so that was nice. I stopped by the cemetery. I enjoyed driving down my favorite country road. I was disappointed that the leaves weren't very colorful. I saw two baby deer. I think maybe they are half grown. That road is so quiet and not used much. Seeing how the calves are growing and the miniature donkeys stay the same size. Sweet. They are well taken care of. I am happy for that.

I didn't know Fergie and Andrew lived in the same house. At least they have a big house. She stays at one end and him at the other. I read how Meghan disrespects Princess Diana's memory. So sad.

I did laundry and dishes.

My cousin and her husband went to Michigan. My uncle has a heart scan Monday. He should have had one or two already. He needs surgery. I hate how Doctors do things. They mess around. I don't get it. My cousin will be home tomorrow night.

I don't like sending my chair out. I may get it back in 2 weeks. A person could have come to the house and repaired it in 5 minutes. I wish I would have been a Doctor, Lawyer, Real Estate Person, Repair Person, Insurance Person and able to take care of things and not ask anyone for help.

We have three people interested in Mom's house. We will see how that goes.

Government Shutdown. What a mess. If it was Election Time, they wouldn't be doing this crap. I haven't been a happy camper. If I felt better. Hopefully, things will improve.

I hope you are feeling better. I am glad your Yard Man helps you. I hope you will see your brother and the puppy soon. Have a good day and weekend.

Hi on Sunday. It is October 26, 2025.

I hope you feel perky and today is a nice day for you.

Give my love to Miss Bella! *Cat2**Heartv*

My neighbor and I went to church up early. The main minister was back. He was gone on vacation to Europe. He gets around. Now the woman who is second in line is away. The junior guy gave the sermon. I am glad we went. It was pretty dark out still when we left to go. That's unusual. When the time changes next week, it will be lighter out when we go I think, but darker earlier in the evening. It is weird getting used to things.

After we got back form church, I took her mail and my mail to the post office to mail it inside. That is something I do regularly so from now on I will try to remember to check with her to mail it all together.

I think my brother is saying something about next weekend, but who knows. Hopefully, he'll let me know so I can let my neighbor know if I'm not going.

Sorry, your chair has to go away to be repaired. It's too bad people can't come and fix furniture like they do appliances. Maybe they used to do that, but I don't remember. I have a cedar chest that needs to be repaired as the hinges aren't good. Sigh. Nothing urgent though.

I am hoping they reopen the government and do what is right to help people who are struggling with health care that they can't afford. This is a huge problem that they should have fixed before now. I hope President Trump gets a handle on it and fixes it soon.

Royal Family. Fergie and Prince Andrew live in a huge house called Royal Lodge. It looks more like a Castle. It is on the Windsor Estate. But the Queen gave it to Andrew for 70 years. The only thing about kicking them out is that they have the Queen's corgis and walk them where they are used to being walked. So, all the people yelling for Andrew to move should think about those corgis and what they need. I personally would not trust Andrew to take care of much. But Fergie is different so hopefully she will look out for the corgis and do what they need. Legally, I don't think Andrew can be forced to leave, but if they take away the prince title or tell him they will, he might leave. If they mess with the corgis and use them, that's not nice.

I hope you get good offers on your house you are selling and that the people are fair and decent. So many try to take advantage of hard situations. Hopefully, you will get someone who is nice.

I cleaned some more on my deck. I hope one of these days I can get organized to do more things. Doesn't seem like it will be any time soon.

Take care and enjoy your Sunday!!

*Heartp*


I am not feeling well. I am still stuffed up and my other symptoms are so. I didn't go to Church. I am glad things went well at Church for you.

It is chilly today.

I watched a Hallmark Romance Movie. It was about Santa, his nephew, an elf, horses and a ranch as well as a child who couldn't talk. It is cute and it all worked out. Some horses got rescued. I have a list of Hallmark Romance Movies that I want to see. They are all Christmas ones.

Fergie and Andrew. I thought she would have her own mansion in the settlement. The Corgis don't deserve to be punished. Punish Andrew. I don't get people. Meghan and Harry need to be moved to an Island away from everyone .

Bella *Cat* was running around earlier.

I need to get more done. I did get laundry and I emptied all the trash cans

I have no plans this week. I just hope I don't need to go to Urgent Care.

Government Shutdown is still on. Maybe this week, things will work out. I hear Trump wants to run a third term. I hope they won't allow that. They aren't being fair about political things and aren't being fair to the rest of us, either. They need to rewrite the Constitution.

I just saw that Bella *Cat* knocked the house phone and answering machine down.

Have a good day and week . I hope your brother and his puppy will be visiting you this week. Thanks for all you do. I am always thinking of you . Later.





Hi on Monday. It is a rainy Monday here. It is October 27, 2025, almost Halloween.

I hope that today finds you feeling better and you can get some rest when you need it.

Give my best to Miss Bella as she runs around! *Cat2**Heartp*

I got some good sleep for a change. That means I slept until 5 or so. It doesn't get light here now until after 7, so lots of time in the dark. Plus, it's raining, but we need the rain. As the Carpenters sang, Rainy Days and Mondays always get me down.

I am trying to organize myself better. I am not sure I am up to doing this or that. This morning, I cleaned somewhat in one bathroom and made the guest bed in one of the bedrooms, put in laundry and dusted a little. I might set a goal of doing one small thing in each room a day, but I haven't done the upstairs or touched the downstairs and I'm exhausted from making the bed. *Laugh* So, I may have to scale down my goals a bit. Even if I just do one or two rooms a day, it's more than doing nothing.

On my deck, I have been cleaning one chair a day and blowing leaves off and cleaning sections of the railing. I have been doing that for about 3 weeks and I definitely see a difference in how it looks. It isn't like everything is bad anymore. That is kind of overwhelming for me when it gets like that.

I hope the government shutdown ends this week, but I do not count on it. I think it will end when either something dramatic happens or someone "important" is inconvenienced on the Democrat side. The Democrats don't care about regular people. I learned that in the pandemic from having a Democrat governor who closed everything down so tightly. Maybe the Republicans don't care either. Not sure about that. Some of them let things happen that are bad so they can blame the Democrats so that is going, too.

President Trump is in Asia. I hope he has good and productive meetings that help solve wars and help everyone get along.

Royal Family. They don't seem like they care much about each other. People have cancer and others deliberately cause stress. Very disappointing. I didn't feel the Queen was like that. I hope the corgis are okay.

At this point, I don't know if my brother is coming or not, but he and Rascal are welcome.

I don't want to be a nuisance.

I am trying my best to keep things going here, but sometimes, I just feel like pulling the covers over my head and hiding.

I hope today proves to be a good day for you and you feel better and don't have to mess with medical places this week.

Have a nice Monday!!

*Heartp*



I got up. I did laundry and vacuumed. I need to do things this afternoon. I did pit my Physical Awardicons in my Awardicon Notebook.

Bella*Cat* was feisty and wanted to fight. Maybe it is a fall thing for her.

It is chilly here. No rain*Rain* I feel sorry for Jamaica.

I watched Frasier this morning. I watched The Munsters.

The Royals don't seem close. Meghan and Harry are having their own show. It isn't a good one. There was a show called Jack Ass. Enough said.

I promised myself I will clean the kitchen today. I have my new animals Devotions to read.

My cousin is busy with my uncle getting a heart scan. I wish it was 50 years ago. I would have done things differently.

I need to call my lawyer and tell her we are getting ready to sell the house. She may want more money. We paid taxes on Mom's house. We paid her house insurance. We are money ahead. We sell the house. Maybe I will feel better.

I admire you for cleaning and organizing your house. My cousin said she wants us to do this and that. She is always in Michigan or busy with her father. I get that. I can't do the things I used to.

President Trump hasn't been nice to his wife I hear. She looks like she is just tolerating doing what is expected of her. The Government Shutdown. I wonder if they will drag this out until next year.

Ray is doing more stuff at Mom's house. He has been a big help. I am glad I had him, my cousin and son and his wife here to help me.

Not much going on. Things are quiet on here. Have a good week. Later.
Hi on Tuesday. It is October 28, 2025.

I hope it is a good day for you and you feel good.

Give my best to Miss Bella! *Heartv**Cat2*

It is raining hard on and off here. My phone isn't holding a charge so I will have to go to Verizon later on if there is a break in the rain. I have been dreading going to Verizon since Tom died. When it rains, it pours. Literally. If my phone doesn't work, I am in a pickle.

The two things I avoided were phones and internet. So, now, I will deal with the phone as soon as I can. My stomach is very upset this morning, but I think part of that is nerves over going to Verizon. I did not sleep much as I kept checking my phone's battery. No luck there.

News. I hope those people in Jamaica are okay with that big storm. I do not think our rain is related to that, but all of a sudden it is a lot of rain going on.

All I know about Trump is he is in Asia having fun. I wish the government would re open, but the Democrats won't do it. I don't think it makes a difference whether Trump is here or not. None of them care about ordinary people enough to reopen the government, but I know it is mostly the Senate that won't do it. They need more votes than the Republicans have.

Royal Family. They have a lot of big houses. They want to force Andrew to move, but that will make him and Fergie sympathetic. It's a no win situation, but I hope the corgis get good care.

Harry and Meghan did a Halloween thing that was weird. They definitely seem to be acting differently with each other.

I hope today is a good day for you. Maybe, with a little luck, it will stop raining long enough for me to go to Verizon and get this fixed. I hope I don't start crying about Tom.

Take care and get plenty of rest if you can!

*Heartp*
We are on a count down to Halloween. I watched Bewitched last night. I will probably watch more Halloween shows the next few nights.

The Government Shutdown is still on. I don't get it. I am glad I don't have a job with the government. I feel sorry for the people who depend on the government for jobs. I pray for them.

I did clean the bathrooms and kitchen. I made tuna casserole. Bella *Cat* loves her tuna. She had tuna.

I hope you are doing okay. I know you miss Tom. I like to think people who have passed are with us. I hope so. I miss Mom. With the holidays coming, I think about her more. I listen to Vietnam Protest songs and watch war videos, I think of Dad. I hope you are feeling better. I wish I had my own private Doctor so I could call everyday and ask questions. Stress. I get that a lot. I pray I calm down and feel better about things.

I watched a cute Hallmark Romance movie last night. Tonight, Ray will watch a police show. I will watch A Scottish Christmas.

I do hope it stops raining *Rain* where you are. It may rain *Rain* the next 3 days.

I ordered the Stevie Nicks Barbie wearing a white gown like the one she wore in The White Winged Dove Song.

Trump in Asia. He needs to be here taking care of things. Does he even care? I wonder.

I got my new Victoria Magazine today. That makes me smile.

Have a good day. I hope you feel well. I am always thinking of you. Praying for all of us.



Hi on Wednesday. It is October 29, 2025.

I hope that it proves to be a good day for you. I am not feeling great, but things are better than yesterday so I am thankful. And at least the rain has subsided somewhat. I hope it's not too much rain, there for you.

Give my best to Miss Bella! *Cat2**Heartp*

It poured rain most of the day yesterday. I got my courage up and went to Verizon and the man there was kind. How rare is that to meet a kind stranger. I told him about Tom. He said no worries because Tom had put me on as a "manager" of the account. That made me feel good. Tom never told me so it was a surprise from him that made me smile. So, I do not have to do anything except keep paying the bills on time for Verizon. My name is there so I don't have to change the name since I already own it. We have had Verizon for a long time and never been late on it.

I got a new phone, but it is a flip phone with some internet. Baby steps. I can go in the Verizon place and switch Tom's phone to smart phone if I want, but I'm waiting to do that until I feel comfortable with this new phone using it. It is different from what I had before. It works and I am grateful. To just get this cost a lot less than I thought it would. I only pay a few dollars more monthly so that is good. If I get a smart phone to replace Tom's it will be about 40-50 more a month so a little more but okay. I have worried about Verizon since Tom died, but I never wanted to go and take a chance of losing his voice on the voice mail. This sales guy said I could keep it if I get the right kind of smart phone.

With the rain and all the people in Verizon, I ended up feeling achy and tired, but I did get a good night sleep. I still feel like I might be getting a bug so I won't try to do too much today.

I now supposedly have texting on both phones, but my brother says he will show me when he comes later this week. We all know I don't want to "rush" into anything there.

In the News. The government is still shut. Democrats don't want people to eat. I saw that 40 million people won't get food pantry stuff or SNAP. I have never got that stuff, I have given to it. It makes me sick that politicians say that the rest of us need to suffer so they can get people here illegally to have free health care. This country gives here and all over the world and people here shouldn't have to worry about no food. Unreal. Republicans voted to reopen, but it's the Democrats who say the rest of us have to suffer while they pay themselves. I hope they don't think people will forget about this. Not a good look for Democrats, but they wrecked my state already in the pandemic so I shouldn't expect better.

Royal Family. Have you seen that place Andrew lives? It's called Royal Lodge and is on the Windsor Estate. Based on what I have heard and read, it seems like Andrew needs to be subject to things other normal people are subjected to, but it won't happen in this life because he's protected. I guess Henry VIII was bad, too. I think Andrew hurt a lot of people and some of them are no longer around.

I hope he's not around the corgis because I wouldn't trust Andrew to be kind. Fergie either, really. The Queen trusted them and what did she get. Meghan and Harry don't look as bad compared to Andrew and Fergie and how they hurt young girls with their pal, Jeffrey Epstein.

I love Stevie Nicks! She's wonderful. Landslide is one of my favorite songs of all time.

Brilliant!

I hope today finds you feeling good and you can get some rest. I stressed myself out yesterday and was a basket case, but I have to admit it went better than I could have hoped.

Take care and stay warm and toasty!

*Heartp*

I know what you mean about not feeling great. I get tired of seeing Doctors but we have ro if we want get well. My cousins have colds and sinus problems. My other cousins don't feel so good. My uncle had a 45 minute heart scan. Now, they can schedule his surgery.

I am disappointed in Fergie and Andrew. William and Kate are England's only hope. I haven't seen Sndrew and Fergies castle. I should look ot up.

The US. Government Shutdown. What is our only hope? God. I listen to Dr. David Jeremiah. I don't think a Shutdown has ever lasted this long.

The hurricane. This is bad, too.

Ray went to Walmart this morning.

I hope your brother is coming to visit with his puppy. A puppy is always sweet.

Bella *Cat2* has been good today.

We are expecting rain*Rain* tomorrow and Halloween night. At least we aren't having snow*Snow1*

The sun came out at 6:30 and I was in the living room and it glared on my entertainment center. It was strange. It didn't last long.

I don't have much to say. I did read Devotions. I hope you have a good day. I pray things get better for all of us. Thanks for all you do.

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