The message has spread far and wide: “She’s back.” Three squirrels on my patio at the same time. Two of their designated feeders were in the apartment when I took the first picture.  This is the first time I’ve seen them eating alfalfa pellets.  In my humble opinion, the squirrels are very entertaining!! ~~ I take the chair–and compressed block with corn, sunflower seeds & peanuts–into the apartment at night (block on far left of third picture).  The raccoons love the treats, too, but I don’t want them devouring the squirrel food.

Yesterday, I cleaned the T@B trailer–and spent time driving back and forth between the apartment and the nearby RV Park.  Today, I planned to do more things at the trailer but could not find the car keys.  I searched my apartment thoroughly!!  Finally, I called AAA and they sent a locksmith.  Yes, the keys were locked in the KIA.  ~~  I am furious with myself!!  Religiously, I do not lock the car unless I have the keys clutched in my hand!!  I–with great emphasis–hang the keys on the specifically ordained hook in the apartment.  ~~  What was I thinking last night??

Yes, I am home from my mini-vacation.  But I was sick all week!!  It was **NOT** a pleasant vacation.  I returned Sunday evening–a day earlier than planned.  On Monday, I ignored the things that needed attention at the trailer.  Tuesday, I applied my limited energy to the necessary tasks.  Perhaps I left my brain in the T@B when I drove back to the apartment??  I repeat: I am furious with myself!! 

Some not-so-important information: I’m not the only one that is forgetful.  The squirrels, rabbits and birds have “forgotten” the one that lavished them with an awesome array of food.

Clifford is 50 years old. Hard to believe!!  ~~  “Clifford” is a decoration on my bed. I’ve used the color, red, as the accent color in my combination living room / bedroom. In this rented apartment, I have not painted, papered, or hung pictures. I’ve relied on a red throw rug. a red chair, a red sheet over my recliner, etc., etc., to give the room some personality. Furthermore, red is an accent color outside my patio door: Hummingbird feeder, bird feeders, squirrel feeder “wreath” with whole peanuts, etc.

(Superfluous information!!)

Thought you ought to know: I’m leaving “Home Tweet Home” for a week or more.

This afternoon I did a few things–at the T@B tiny travel trailer–in preparation for a Saturday morning departure.  I plan to visit Asheville, North Carolina, the Biltmore Estate, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and whatever attraction crosses my path.  I’ll also go to Wilkesboro, North Carolina, for an appointment with my holistic health doctor.  ~~  At this hour (6:00 PM), I’m considering NOT taking my laptop computer.  My e-mail is overflowing with political messages!!  The TV programming and commercials (as you well know), is endless political messages.  I’m sick of it!!  I probably won’t have electricity for TV so–without the laptop computer–I can relax and “recharge” from several stressful months.  (I’ve worked extra hours to cover for coworkers on vacation.  I made headway on “downsizing.”)  ~~  En route to my mini-vacation, tomorrow I’ll attend a regional meeting for Operation Christmas Child.  ~~  Anticipate an update when I return.

Pray for our Nation on 9-11

What Will You Do to Honor 9-11 ?

(Above “links” were viable in 2012 but unavailable in 2019.)

Ten Reasons To Volunteer Today.

So, who are you gonna serve?

Here are several suggestions:

JAARS

Wycliffe Bible Traslators

Wycliffe Associates

Campus Crusade for Christ

An interesting article regarding organic produce.  (Yes, I’ve heard the TV commentaries.)  Even though organic may be more expensive, I will pay the price because I see it as “preventive medicine.”

My Darling Lorraine,

Are you a glass half full or a glass half empty kinda person?

Let me give you a sneaky little hint. When you tap into me, the glass is already three quarters full. With just a little effort on your part, it’s pretty easy to walk around with a full cup.

Topping you off,

Dad   (Your Heavenly Father)

I’ve been busy in the back yard since early this morning.  It is 2:15 and I’ve told myself “It’s time to sit down.”  So here I am–sitting.  I’ll spare you all the details of all the activities (you would be bored).  The major accomplishment is the “almost” finished changes to the area frequented by the Bluebird couple.  I replaced the ugly base with a new ($20.) planter.  I’ve added a lot of  river gravel for weight–and drainage.  I plan to plant winter pansies.  Confession: I haven’t seen the Bluebird couple for several days. They are obviously smart enough to know their old bird house was replaced by a new bird house, and daily fresh mealworms haven’t lured them back.  Adding a new base, and a baffle, have changed the appearance… but I hope they adopt the new arrangement.

Postscript, Sunday, Sept. 9, 2012, 3:30 PM: Taking a break!! I haven’t stopped all day; the back yard draws me like a magnet. Moments ago I hung the rustic bird house at the edge of the woods. Now that I have “a reprieve“ I won’t have that yard “yard” sale that I mentioned in an earlier message. I know I can’t sell the rustic bird house for a fraction of what I paid for it less than a year ago (I might not be able to give it away). Likewise the attractive, expensive, green, Bluebird house won’t sell if I tell a buyer the Bluebirds won’t adopt plastic. Now the “plastic” bird house is an ornament on top of my hanging plants stand. The rustic bird house was never adopted–but it may have been too close to the apartment?!

I urge you to attend the movie 2016 Obama’s America.  In my humble opinion, it is a MUST SEE!!

I almost never attend a movie but coworkers at JAARS recommended this film.  I was in the theater at 1:30 this afternoon.  At times I was sitting on the edge of my seat; at times I had my hands over my mouth, cheeks, and chin in disbelief at what I was hearing and seeing.  ~~  I can’t understand why the major media doesn’t publicize this information.  I’m annoyed that the multi-plex theater does not publicize the movie on their marquee.  Via word-of-mouth, we were alerted to the times and location.  ~~  I repeat: a MUST SEE!!