Saturday, December 19, 2015

Cloudy, Then A Sunset....

    This past Wednesday was cloudy and chilly.....you know more like December. LOL.  But around  4:30 pm, the clouds split and the sun shines.
   We have been trying to keep the bird feeders full. Some very hungry little creatures around here.
  There is the last glow of the sun setting in the horizon.  I do not get many sun rises around here for the woods on both sides of our road in the east.
 As the sun set, the clouds dispersed and those left behind turned pink. As you can tell , no much going on around here. Ho hum.  You know that's partly because I not longer shop for Christmas gifts.
  I usually give each family money. I will buy the two great grandbabies a gift. You know that's easy peasy.  I will pick up those two gifts when we go to pick up our Christmas ham.  My daughters are all meeting up today to do some shopping together....but mostly to just have some holiday time together. I was invited to lunch with them, but declined.
   My ankles are so painful from my arthritis this week.  Possibly from standing for an hour in line at the funeral home. We said our good byes to a friend of many years. So I have had painful ankles since then. Takes me a while to spring back.
   Wishing all a great weekend. XO

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  1. Debbie - Mountain MamaDecember 19, 2015 at 7:23 AM

    Such a peaceful view you have, Susie! Sore ankles mean sit down and relax with a good book and enjoy that gorgeous countryside view!

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    1. SusieDecember 19, 2015 at 8:19 AM

      Honey, I am not doing much today. LOL. The sun is out today and I am loving just seeing it and reading. I will go thru some blog visits and write letters too. Blessings to you, xoxo,Susie

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  2. ~Lavender Dreamer~December 19, 2015 at 7:37 AM

    I'm sorry you are in such pain. I hope it eases today and you can get around. We don't buy many gifts, mostly books and handmade items. I'm glad we don't get into the craziness in the stores. Enjoy your weekend! Hugs, Diane

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    1. SusieDecember 19, 2015 at 8:23 AM

      Diane, I never dreamed I would have such arthritis...I do not take meds for it other than a tylonel or two. I know too much walking standing or different shoes...can make me have more pain. So I'll have to take it easy for a few days. I say with your good feet and ankles...it is so good that you and your sweetie can take hikes. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  3. UnknownDecember 19, 2015 at 8:28 AM

    Wonderful sunset, have a great weekend too!
    Hugs Kuni

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    1. SusieDecember 19, 2015 at 9:10 AM

      Thank you Kuni. I wish you a great weekend also. It's pretty today but chilly. But then it is December in Indiana. Blessings to you and yours, xoxo,Susie

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  4. NonnieDecember 19, 2015 at 8:41 AM

    I'm sorry for the loss of your friend and for your sore legs. Hopefully, they will be much better by Christmas. Have fun shopping for the babies. I love buying gifts for little ones. Love all your photos.

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    1. SusieDecember 19, 2015 at 9:12 AM

      Nonnie, Our friend was also a cousin to my children. His children went thru school with ours. Thank you for the well wishes. It's arthritis in my ankles. I used to take Celebrex...but it's too scary for long periods. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  5. AnonymousDecember 19, 2015 at 8:52 AM

    Hi Susie, I am sorry for the loss of your friend and also that your ankles are hurting you. Your sky photos are so pretty. I love when the sky is pink. It's colder here in GA too this weekend. Seems a bit more like Christmas! Take care.

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    1. SusieDecember 19, 2015 at 9:14 AM

      Hi Mildred. I sure hope you are doing well. It's pretty as can be today...but cold. I say at least it isn't snowing...I am so loving no snow. LOL. Our friend died of cmacer. Being a fire fighter he had been around asbestos. So scary. Blessings to you and your husband for a wonderful Christmas. xoxo,Susie

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  6. Sunflowers With SmilesDecember 19, 2015 at 10:52 AM

    Your photos are lovely! Hope your ankles feel better soon so sorry for the loss of your friend! It's cold her in the Carolinas but supposed to warm up! Have a great weekend.

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    1. SusieDecember 19, 2015 at 11:46 AM

      I am already feeling much better by not being on my feet so much today. I guess I'll never have a "River Dance" career. LOL. How do they do it? Hope you are having sunshine even if it's chilly...that always makes me feel better. Blessings to you and yours xoxo,Susie

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  7. KathyDecember 19, 2015 at 12:05 PM

    You have such a beautiful view from your home. I'm sorry you are in so much pain. Believe me I completely understand. Hope you are feeling better soon.

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    1. SusieDecember 19, 2015 at 1:23 PM

      Hi Kathy, Oh I know you understand foot pain..as you've had some issues yourself. I am already better today. I did take two Tylenols. I try not to take too many of those...as you know everything has some side effects. Hope you and Joe had a good day. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  8. GertDecember 19, 2015 at 12:25 PM

    Beautiful sun sets Susie! Sorry your ankles are bothering you. Not sure if it's the weather Rome...but mine have been swelled for the last week or so!! Glad you got your shopping done. We're giving the same gifts as you:-) I too have to pick up a couple things for the Greats!!! They have to have something to open don't they???

    Blessings
    Gert

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    1. SusieDecember 19, 2015 at 1:28 PM

      Gert, I do think the real cold temps make my ankles worse. I am already doing better . I did take two Tylenols. I don't want to take too many of those things either. LOL. gert, when I went from shopping to just giving money..wow it was a relief. But with the new babies, it'll be ok to just buy two things. :) Bless you Gert. Hope your family and friends are helping you when you need some help or just some nice company. Love, Susie

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  9. LindaDecember 19, 2015 at 2:19 PM

    Bless your heart! Uncle Arthur is NOT nice, is he???
    I am giving some gift cards this year. My first time. My oldest three grands are SO hard to buy for - and I can't remmeber a time in recent years when I 'got it right!' This year I am making Texas Trash - which everyone loves and giving each of them a big container of it!! Plus a family gift card to their favorite restaurant. We'll see if THIS counts as a winner!!!

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    1. SusieDecember 19, 2015 at 2:36 PM

      lInda, I think the kids will love the gift cards. The kids always give Ted and I restaurant gift cards and we eat off them all year. We can always get in the glove box and get a card and pop into Red Lobster , Steak/Shake, , Bob Evans or Cracker barrel. Always fun. It's too hard to remember sizes, colors choices, or brands and everything else....so it's money for all of them. I tell them , this is gift money, not gas money or bill money...it's to buy something you want. LOL. My ankles are better already , just by not doing so much standing or walking. Blessings to you, love you, Susie

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  10. JunkchiccottageDecember 19, 2015 at 2:47 PM

    Beautiful view Susie. Hope as you rest today your ankles will start to feel better and tomorrow you will feel better. Have a great week as we head on down to the big day. Enjoy. Merry Christmas my friend.
    Kris

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    1. SusieDecember 19, 2015 at 3:03 PM

      Kris, I am already doing better as I was not standing so long or walking great distances. I just came in from walking around my driveways...the air is so sweet and crisp. God is so good. I got on the porch and sat in the sun earlier and now just to have a short walk in the evening. I feel so blessed. I hope you week is a great one too. I am looking forward to my family time. Blessings to you and Terry. xoxo,Susie

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  11. Red Rose AlleyDecember 19, 2015 at 3:01 PM

    Sorry your ankles are bothering you, Susie. I pulled a muscle in my knee area and it is taking awhile to heal also. Your sunsets are so pretty. That's too bad that you don't get to see the sunrises that much. How fun that all your daughters will be shopping together today. I'm sure they wanted good 'ole mom to go along with them. :)

    Merry Christmas, dear Susie.

    love, ~Sheri

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    1. SusieDecember 20, 2015 at 5:30 AM

      Sheri, I got emails and texts from the girls , saying they missed me being with them. We used to get together one day a year to shop at Christmas time. My ankles are better this Sunday morning. I maybe going to Angie's for Sunday brunch....we'll talk about what we are taking to Lizzy's for Christmas dinner. That will be our family get together. Blessings to you, love you, Susie

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  12. Cranberry MorningDecember 19, 2015 at 3:15 PM

    That arthritis is so nasty, isn't it. I'm sorry to hear you're bothered with it, and also sorry to hear that you lost a friend of many years. The photos are just beautiful. I like to grab my camera when I see that golden light. Splendid! I hope you have a blessed Christmas, Susie. xo

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    1. SusieDecember 20, 2015 at 6:03 AM

      Judy, I think my arthritis was worse during this time because of the cold. I have noticed my fingers hurt more once they are cold. I am so glad I am not alone when it comes to sunset photos.LOL...I will stop whatever I am doing to get a good picture. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  13. Celestina MarieDecember 19, 2015 at 5:29 PM

    Hi Susie, praying your ankles feel better. Time to rest and just enjoy the week up to the big day. Love your pretty photos. So sorry for the loss of your friend. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and many blessings in the new year. xo

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    1. SusieDecember 20, 2015 at 6:04 AM

      Celestina, My ankle finally got better as the day wore on...I did take two tylenals to ease the ppain. Hope you are enjoying your weekend. Blessings for a smooth week. xoxo, Susie

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  14. JoAnn ( Scene Through My Eyes)December 19, 2015 at 6:00 PM

    Lovely sunsets - hope your ankles feel better soon.

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    1. SusieDecember 20, 2015 at 6:05 AM

      Thank you Joann...I am feeling better...but I will never get to River Dance. lOL...how do those people dance that hard. ? Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  15. Jan HermannDecember 19, 2015 at 6:04 PM

    Thanks for visiting! Sorry to hear about your sore ankles. Will say a prayer for you. And I love your beautiful sunset photos!

    Merry Christmas,
    Jan ♥

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    1. SusieDecember 20, 2015 at 6:07 AM

      Hi Jan. Oh my ankles are much better now. I'll just try to not over do...so I can enjoy Christmas. Of course I will probably be sitting and holding my Great Grandbabies. LOL Can't wait. Blessings and a very merry Christmas to you and yours, xoxo,Susie

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  16. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasDecember 20, 2015 at 3:12 AM

    Susie,
    Stunning sunsets!! Sorry to hear about the passing of your friend!! I give money too and since we have no grandchildren, I do not have to buy presents!! Joe and i have not exchanged in years because if we want something we just go and get it when we want it!!
    Thanks again for stopping by!! Merry Christmas to you!!

    Hugs,
    Deb

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    1. SusieDecember 20, 2015 at 6:08 AM

      Hi Debbie, I am so much better today. I did not over do yesterday....believe me shopping would have been the worst. Blessings to you and yours for a fabulous week. I want to wish you the best Christmas. xoxo,Susie

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  17. Ann@A Sentimental LifeDecember 20, 2015 at 7:35 AM

    Oh sorry your hurting and you lost a dear friend. I can relate, Thursday we did not sit all day from 6am till 830pm I got in bed at 10 and was still awake with aching legs at 12.
    looks like we are for some good weather here in the midwest. It has made it nice to run around doing Christmas errands. Merry Christmas!

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    1. SusieDecember 20, 2015 at 7:43 AM

      Ann, I sure hope you get to feeling better after a day of rest. I do not sleep well most times...so when my ankle hurt it's even less sleep. We want to be feeling strong here at holiday time. So I will wish you good health and a very Merry Christmas. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  18. TeteDecember 20, 2015 at 11:07 AM

    Oh, so sorry about losing a friend and that your ankles are so swollen. My neck and shoulders are giving me fits this week. Its the crazy weather. We need to make a grocery run for the ham and stuff that goes with dinner. Need to pick up a few things, but all the Christmas shopping is done with a little left over. Merry Christmas! Hope yours in wonderful.

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    1. SusieDecember 20, 2015 at 1:50 PM

      Tete, I am so much better today. It was standing so long in dress shoes..no heels though. I hope you are feeling better too. I read your post about the fellows helping you..that is so nice. I could not shop if my life depended on it. I did go to the grocery...that was in and out. LOL. Blessings for a smooth week. Wishing you and your men a merry Christmas. Lets' hope our new year is a healthy one girl. xoxo,Susie

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  19. Rustic Maple ElizabethDecember 20, 2015 at 11:13 AM

    Hoping you get some relief from the arthritis. Thanks so much for stopping by and for your sweet comment on our Christmas living room tour. Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed and Merry Christmas and all the best in the New Year.

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    1. SusieDecember 20, 2015 at 1:51 PM

      Thank you. I am better today. Made it to the grocery this afternoon. I have enjoyed seeing how other decorate for the holidays. Blessings for a very Merry Christmas. xoxo,Susie

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  20. bj December 20, 2015 at 1:28 PM

    so sorry your ankles are hurting..hopefully by Christmas, they will be better.
    Have a Merry one.
    xo

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    1. SusieDecember 20, 2015 at 1:53 PM

      BJ, I know I am lucky...even if I am hobbling around...it's more than some can do. I hope and pray your Christmas is a wonderful one with good health in the New Year. xoxo,Susie

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  21. A Joyful CottageDecember 20, 2015 at 4:39 PM

    I just love to see pink in the sky at dusk. It's so pretty. I'm sorry about the loss of your friend, and about your arthritis. Reading some of your replies to comments it sounds like you are on the mend. Hope you have a blessed Christmas and that the New Year will be bring many joyful times for you and your family. xo ~ Nancy

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    1. SusieDecember 21, 2015 at 5:43 AM

      Hi Nancy, Thank you for visiting. Oh yes, I am doing much better. it just takes time after I try to be normal. LOL. Some times I forget about my arthritis and will do a small sprint to the mail box..oh, I pay for that later.LOL. But I can manage to walk and get around so much better than some...so I am blessed. I hope your Christmas is blessed with the love of family and friends. xoxo,Susie

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