November 1 - 27, 2022 Prepping for Thanksgiving, Christmas and Shoulder Surgery

 Nov 1-6

Tuesday - We were up and around. This morning we went to Stillwater for orthotics. The VA approved two pair of orthotics and shoes for Steve. Then we stopped at Belk and Cato before heading to Walmart Market for groceries. We walked around the neighborhood today. For our supper we met up with Hazel, Linda and Stetson at La Macarena. Wednesday-Today we went to work on the ditch behind our fence. We cleared limbs and Steve sawed the bigger tree with the chain saw. We drug them out of the  ditch and into the tree belt. We also raked leaves. It tired us out. In addition, I fell and so we called it quits after a while. Thursday - We did all our routine morning stuff to start our day. Next we started working on a shelf in the garage. It had collected a lot of junk and empty containers. So now we have a lot more room to store stuff. Our boss from Montana texted us some first snow pictures from Echo Lake (Our Summer Gig). Friday - We did some more cleaning of shelves in the garage. It is so nice to get rid of junk. We found an old 22 rifle in the garage that belonged to my first husband and I gave it to Linda for a keepsake. She said her husband would clean it up and they would love to have it. Saturday & Sunday We walked both days and also completed some laundry. Football was on the agenda and that takes some of our time. My team OSU (OK State) lost to Kansas! Boy was I mad at them!

Before (limbs)

After

Echo Lake Nov 3, 2022 (first snow of the season)

 

Nov 7-13

Monday - After getting around we headed to Ponca City. I got a bone density test today. I will find out if I passed in a few days. Then we drove on over to Dewey to see Pam & JC. We had lunch at Chili's with them and hung out for a while. Paige (my niece) came over, so we got to visit with her also. We got home about 7:00 PM and we watched TV had some snacks and went to bed. Tuesday - Today was election day and I voted. Steve doesn't care to vote - so he doesn't. He worked behind the fence again getting rid of weeds and branches. We enjoyed a nice walk together. I also started planning the Thanksgiving menu and grocery list. We had supper at La Macarena - it's a Tuesday thing! Wednesday - We got to Walmart about 9:30 and got a lot of groceries and supplies. We were back home by 11:45. Then we unloaded and put away all the stuff. After lunch we relaxed and I ordered some Christmas presents from Amazon. Thursday - It was rainy today. I worked on my blog and Steve went outside and worked some when it wasn't raining. He might have gotten too tired, because he was sweaty and trembly when he came in. I made him rest after that. Friday - Today we were back to cleaning out stuff. We tackled our bedroom closet and the spare bedroom. We also straightened out the computer room some. Then it was rest and relax time. Saturday- We were out and about today. We met Kristi and John at Quail Springs Mall in Oklahoma City for shopping. Then had lunch at PF Changs. We also made a stop at Kohl's. After we arrived home we watched football and OK State beat Iowa State! Yea! Sunday - Today was football watching. Dallas got beat. I did not take notes on who else played.

Pam and I

Nov 14 - 20

Monday - Today we did Laundry, how exciting. Then Steve cleaned the back bathroom. I worked on the blog. Later we took our donated clothing to Operation Blessing and did some other errands around town. Tuesday - I worked on the computer today - shopping, etc. Steve did some cleaning in the bathroom and kitchen. Later we had supper at La Macarena. Wednesday - Today we wrapped Christmas presents. I am trying to get a lot of this done before I have surgery on my shoulder. Thursday - Another trip to Walmart - which almost wears us out!. Then put away stuff and relax. Tonight I made Cajun Chicken skins. It's a weight watchers recipe and we really like it. Of course its easy - which I prefer. Friday - Today we wrapped more presents. After lunch we did a few errands. Also we check out the new DG Market (Dollar General Market). Again - you have to check yourself out and I'm not for that! The contacts I ordered on Monday had arrived - so we picked them up while we were out. Saturday & Sunday - Well, I didn't jot down much in my diary -so it was very routine I guess. We watched football and walked. Then after relaxing I usually fix us some supper. My team OK State got beat 38-13! Not good. We started out good at the beginning of the season, then start going downhill from there. 

Snow! Nov14, 2022 Perry, OK

Zoey(Poopsie) Sleeping in like a princess!

Nov 21-27

Monday - After we got up we watched two TV shows and took our showers. I worked on the blog. Today was also laundry day, so that was part of our day. We walked with the dogs. They just love to go bark at all the neighborhood dogs. For supper we had pork roast, baked potatoes and veggies. Later we had berries and cool whip for our dessert.  Tuesday - This was another routine day in the life of Mary and Steve. I worked on the blog and dealt with emails. We had errands to complete in town which included getting a license tag renewed for the car and Steve got a new driver's license. It was free because he's a veteran! WooHoo! We went to Linda's beauty shop and visited for a bit and Steve figured out he didn't have his wallet - so back to the tag office and luckily some young boy had turned it in. Hallelujah!  We ate supper at Texas Roadhouse with our crew. Since we were in Stillwater, we went into Belk and Staples - checking for presents to buy. Wednesday - We returned to Stillwater for shopping. Today we went into Lowes, Big Lots, Bath n Body, Walmart and then back home.  Logan was at the house when we got home. He beat us. Then Kristi and John arrived. We had a special ornament with their engagement picture made and so we let them open it! They loved it. Tonight we let La Macarena cook and we ate. Thursday - Happy Thanksgiving! After getting up and dressed, we got the turkey breast in the oven. Then we made pink party salad, strawberry cheesecake, green bean casserole, stuffing, mashed potatoes and we had Texas Roadhouse dinner rolls! The food was great! We also had some other desserts and snacks. Dallas won their game - so that was good. Supper was leftovers.  Friday - We were a little slow getting up and around this morning. After we dressed we went to Stillwater and had lunch at Red Lobster. We did some more shopping at Ulta and Academy Outdoors. We also got some Christmas presents at Eskimo Joe's. Then it was back home to relax and watch TV. Saturday - We putzed around and watched some TV. Kristi and Logan had to return home, John left Thursday night. Some people had to work! OK State got beat in  football. I did some bill paying and we did our bookkeeping. Supper was chili! Sunday - Today we removed the sheets from the bed and put on new sheets. This is a real chore with our king size adjustable bed. It was something that I was supposed to do to prepare for surgery tomorrow. They want everything clean, including your body, clothes and sheets! We took a nice little walk and watched football. I made pizza for supper. Tomorrow is the big day! I am getting a new left shoulder!

Wild Turkeys in our neighborhood. Trying not to be Thanksgiving Dinner! 

John & Kristi opening their ornament!