On the cruise, in the gym, I weighed 134.5 pounds (my average weight). Today, at home (nine days later), I weigh 129.5. In my humble opinion, NOT the way I want to lose weight!!

I’m sick!! Perhaps a cold or the flu?? No, I didn’t have a flu shot; haven’t had a flu shot for over a decade!! Read this article by the Health Ranger, Mike Adams. Friends and acquaintances think I’m weird because I don’t take prescription drugs and over-the-counter self medications. For over thirty years I’ve attempted to follow a holistic lifestyle. I can confidently say that I am healthier than most of the friends and acquaintances that challenge my thinking. I’m delighted to share the research of Mike Adams.

Several years ago, a dear cousin died from his flu shot. Deathly sick within hours…, admitted to the hospital…, dead in less than two days!! That year, the vaccine was four-times stronger than previous years. My senior-citizen cousin was an energetic, active farmer in good health. He was small in stature, no excess fat on his body. A good Christian gentleman sacrificed by greedy pharmaceutical companies (IMHO).

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Ha, ha, ha!! It was so much fun searching clip art for the number nine for this nine hundred ninety-ninth blog message.

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Gospel truth: This message was prepared weeks ago (in preparation for 999th). Not an endeavor since I returned from the cruise.

Limited WiFi–and Lorraine’s sick!! It’s bad enough when Yours Truly can’t spend time at the computer preparing a blog message. Add the disagreeable symptoms of a cold (or flu) and you have a frustrated old lady!!

Beautiful weather, mid-day, and I should be raking and/or sweeping leaves.

On the cruise, I met an unexpected new love interest. I discovered the “romance” of Philip Stein. Life will be exciting if I’m able to awaken after a good night’s sleep. Life will be rewarding if I have boundless energy!! ~~ Want to buy one? Here’s a similar set.

No more Panda eyes with a sleep bracelet.

Can a bracelet actually help you sleep?

Don’t want the large watch?** Try this daytime bracelet.

**My purchase was solely due to price, not my fashion choice. Frankly, the least expensive items in the display case.

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I arrived home at noon Saturday–after an awesome cruise. Thereafter, I kept attempting to access WiFi from my trailer home–NONE. Now (Sunday noon), I am in the Dining Room at CARE. More details later.

If all goes well–when you read this–I’ll be en route to the cruise ship–or on-board. I anticipate a week of fun!! I’m leaving the laptop computer at home. I’m considering leaving the two cell phones behind!! I’m due for a change of scenery, and a change of pace.

Stanley was a BIG help today as we vacuumed my 2003 Carriage 5th-wheel trailer home. Yours truly also mopped and dusted. I’m able to leave with a clear conscience. My trailer–and my patio–have been cluttered the entire duration of my residency. Several days ago, I organized the patio and the small storage building. I’ve been embarrassed to invite guests into my home. I’m making a “November resolution”: Keep things tidy!!

Oh joy!! This morning, I saw a Bluebird for the first time in months. It flew by the area where a feeder formerly hung. I was so excited, I quickly went to the storage shed for the feeder–and dried mealworms. I hung them… and watched (off and on) all day. I was rewarded–at 3:08–with this picture. My perfect “going away” present. I love Bluebirds!!

With the awesome new antenna components, I’m able to watch Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade!!

I’m ready to “climb aboard” a cruise ship (Saturday) for a trip to the Caribbean. The suitcase has been zipped shut; the address tag was updated.