Well, I guess working 24/7 catches up with all of us eventually, right????
I'll try to make this as non-boring as possible. A few weeks ago I got bit by a chigger or mosquito. I know every Okie in the land knows about chiggers. Apparantly, people in New Mexico do not. I could explain how I know that, but it would take a lot of time.
This would've been about the second week in July. Over the course of the last few weeks the said "bite" got scratched, infected, and developed cellulitis. I finally caved and went to the doctor and got on some antibiotics. About 48 hours into the antiobiotics I realized my neck was itching. I had some mosquito bites there also so didn't think about it much. I woke up last Friday morning with a doozie of a rash. Called the doc and got on another antibiotic. Guess what? That one did the same thing!
I went back to the doc yesterday. She prescribed Prednazone, a steroid, to help battle the allergic reaction and the bad leg since it's starting to get ugly again.
How did I get so old? I remember the days when I could go non-stop for months and never think twice! Now I get a chigger bite and my leg is rotting off! What's that about?????
I will NOT put this on my 40 new things list!
I made it to work for about 3 hours today. We'll see how long I make it tomorrow!!!
Who knows, I could stub my toe and wind up in the emergency room by morning!!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Monday, August 2, 2010
Snort's First Ride
Everyone's gone home. It's awfully quiet out here!!! I think they were all ready to go home. I think they needed to go home. But, I always miss them so bad when they're not here! Life is full of contradiction.
Sis #2 promised her kids they'd get to ride a horse while they were here this trip. Everything was so hectic with Grandma's birthday party and going to the Cowboy Museum and all the other stuff it was Saturday evening before we got it done.
Buzz and Woody both had their "first rides" with Papa. So, naturally, Snort should also. We got ol' Juan saddled up and the fun began. Snort loved it. He wasn't ever scared once! I'm glad Papa's arm didn't give out!! Snort's big for 8 months.
Buzz was next. He was able to get mounted by himself with just a little help from his Papa. Then he was turned loose. Juan didn't really want to move. He's kinda crazy that way. You have to understand that Juan spends his time in the "geriatric" pasture with Julio and Alberto. All of them came from Mexico if you couldn't tell already. Anyway, Juan knows how to take care of kids. Buzz finally got the hang of using the reins and kicking a little and it was all fine.
Hoss was out to play with his cousins and spend the night so he was next. He had a wild ride when a couple years ago and is usually very timid when it comes to getting horseback. Not this time. I'm guessing seeing the other boys riding and loving it helped a little. He got on, with a little help, and went right to it!
Then it was time for Woody. Oh my lands! There wasn't ever as cute of a little cowboy as this kid! I lifted him up in the saddle and Papa got him all ready to go. He started making the "kissing sound" and kicking. Nothing happened. He kicked so hard his boots started coming off. Next thing I see is Papa handing him one of the kitty cats. He's sitting up there holding this little cat with his right hand and holding onto the reins with his left and having a great time. Pretty soon kitty had all that he wanted and took off. We helped Juan get moving and Woody had a ball!
By the time we got all that done it was just about dark and I had sweat running off me! We are definitely in a heat wave!!!!!
Hopefully, next time they come over we'll saddle Juan up again and have some more fun!!!
I think they might all be addicted!
Sis #2 promised her kids they'd get to ride a horse while they were here this trip. Everything was so hectic with Grandma's birthday party and going to the Cowboy Museum and all the other stuff it was Saturday evening before we got it done.
Buzz and Woody both had their "first rides" with Papa. So, naturally, Snort should also. We got ol' Juan saddled up and the fun began. Snort loved it. He wasn't ever scared once! I'm glad Papa's arm didn't give out!! Snort's big for 8 months.
Buzz was next. He was able to get mounted by himself with just a little help from his Papa. Then he was turned loose. Juan didn't really want to move. He's kinda crazy that way. You have to understand that Juan spends his time in the "geriatric" pasture with Julio and Alberto. All of them came from Mexico if you couldn't tell already. Anyway, Juan knows how to take care of kids. Buzz finally got the hang of using the reins and kicking a little and it was all fine.
Hoss was out to play with his cousins and spend the night so he was next. He had a wild ride when a couple years ago and is usually very timid when it comes to getting horseback. Not this time. I'm guessing seeing the other boys riding and loving it helped a little. He got on, with a little help, and went right to it!
Then it was time for Woody. Oh my lands! There wasn't ever as cute of a little cowboy as this kid! I lifted him up in the saddle and Papa got him all ready to go. He started making the "kissing sound" and kicking. Nothing happened. He kicked so hard his boots started coming off. Next thing I see is Papa handing him one of the kitty cats. He's sitting up there holding this little cat with his right hand and holding onto the reins with his left and having a great time. Pretty soon kitty had all that he wanted and took off. We helped Juan get moving and Woody had a ball!
By the time we got all that done it was just about dark and I had sweat running off me! We are definitely in a heat wave!!!!!
Hopefully, next time they come over we'll saddle Juan up again and have some more fun!!!
I think they might all be addicted!
Monday, July 26, 2010
The Birthday Bash
Well, the party was a huge success! Everyone seemed to have a lovely time in spite of the lack of working air conditioning. It was a little warmish in the building, but we all survived!
We saw family we don't usually get to see and some that we never see. After the cake and ice cream was devoured my Dad thought Grandma should do a little trick roping to show everyone she still has it. So, she wowed everyone wearing her dress and corsage!!!
My Dad, being the showman he is, didn't think Grandma roping was enough. All the kids were brought out and did their tricks too. All but Snort and Rowdy showed what they had. Snort was napping and Rowdy had been a little too rowdy and went home early with his dad.
And for some unknown reason he thought the five of us should do something too. So, sis#2 did some of her flat work as we call it. She was wearing little slip on shoes. That worked out ok.
Sis#3 did her 3 ropes at once ditty and it went good.
I was next. I had on these cool looking mules with bronc riders painted on the toes I got a couple years ago at the National Finals Rodeo. These are not shoes for roping! I just kicked them off and did the Texas Skip barefoot. It was a first for me. Hey, I can add that to the list! I didn't hurt myself too bad, but my right foot is a little sore even yet.
We finally talked brother into doing the 50 foot wedding ring. It's no big deal for him. He was wearing boots and jeans!
Sis#3 was feeling shy and didn't want to do anything. She should know by now that Dad doesn't let things like that go! She finally wandered out and did her part. I think the exhastion of making a beautiful yummy cake for 100 plus finally got to her actually.
What really matters is that Grandma had a good day!
Yesterday morning when I went in for worship I was a little late. I wound up sitting on the back row with 3 of the nephews. I realized before the announcements were over that Grandma was no where to be seen. I was trying to figure out how I was gonna go find her and not make a big fuss with the kids. Just about then she came in and found a seat. I found out later she was in one of the classrooms trying to write a thank you note to be read. Apparantly, she was having a problem find the words for what she was wanting to say. I think she was a little overwhelmed that so many people had come from so far for her birthday. Sis#2 was in there with one of her boys and said exactly what Grandma needed to hear. She said, "Grandma, I'm just glad everyone came together for your birthday when you could enjoy it and not your funeral."
Grandma said, "Well, you're right."
Sometimes we just need a little perspective no matter how old we are!!
We saw family we don't usually get to see and some that we never see. After the cake and ice cream was devoured my Dad thought Grandma should do a little trick roping to show everyone she still has it. So, she wowed everyone wearing her dress and corsage!!!
My Dad, being the showman he is, didn't think Grandma roping was enough. All the kids were brought out and did their tricks too. All but Snort and Rowdy showed what they had. Snort was napping and Rowdy had been a little too rowdy and went home early with his dad.
And for some unknown reason he thought the five of us should do something too. So, sis#2 did some of her flat work as we call it. She was wearing little slip on shoes. That worked out ok.
Sis#3 did her 3 ropes at once ditty and it went good.
I was next. I had on these cool looking mules with bronc riders painted on the toes I got a couple years ago at the National Finals Rodeo. These are not shoes for roping! I just kicked them off and did the Texas Skip barefoot. It was a first for me. Hey, I can add that to the list! I didn't hurt myself too bad, but my right foot is a little sore even yet.
We finally talked brother into doing the 50 foot wedding ring. It's no big deal for him. He was wearing boots and jeans!
Sis#3 was feeling shy and didn't want to do anything. She should know by now that Dad doesn't let things like that go! She finally wandered out and did her part. I think the exhastion of making a beautiful yummy cake for 100 plus finally got to her actually.
What really matters is that Grandma had a good day!
Yesterday morning when I went in for worship I was a little late. I wound up sitting on the back row with 3 of the nephews. I realized before the announcements were over that Grandma was no where to be seen. I was trying to figure out how I was gonna go find her and not make a big fuss with the kids. Just about then she came in and found a seat. I found out later she was in one of the classrooms trying to write a thank you note to be read. Apparantly, she was having a problem find the words for what she was wanting to say. I think she was a little overwhelmed that so many people had come from so far for her birthday. Sis#2 was in there with one of her boys and said exactly what Grandma needed to hear. She said, "Grandma, I'm just glad everyone came together for your birthday when you could enjoy it and not your funeral."
Grandma said, "Well, you're right."
Sometimes we just need a little perspective no matter how old we are!!
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Grandma's 90th Birthday
Hey everybody! It's been ages since I've been on this little blog thing. It's been a long, long couple weeks filled with work, work, and work!
Now that all that is over for a minute, it's time to focus on Grandma's 90th birthday celebration. I can't believe my Grandma is 90!!! Or at least she will be next Sunday. We're having a big shindig next Saturday in town.
So the planning is on! I'm headed to town tonight to shop for cake ingredients. Sis#3 is making the big ol' birthday cake tomorrow! She makes amazing cakes and I'm not kidding! If she'd been born in New York she could've worked for that famous cake lady Sylvia Weinstock. That wasn't her calling though. She was born and raised in Oklahoma so we get to enjoy her wonderful cakes!!! Then, I'm back to town on Thursday night for the rest of the stuff.
There will be people there Saturday that I've never met. I've been getting emails from one of Grandma's cousins who lives in Florida. She won't be able to make it, but her daughter will come who lives in OKC. I didn't know about the daughter in OKC.
I think Grandma is looking forward to it. I am too. How many of us will get a 90th party? Not too many I'm guessing!!!!
Stay cool!
Now that all that is over for a minute, it's time to focus on Grandma's 90th birthday celebration. I can't believe my Grandma is 90!!! Or at least she will be next Sunday. We're having a big shindig next Saturday in town.
So the planning is on! I'm headed to town tonight to shop for cake ingredients. Sis#3 is making the big ol' birthday cake tomorrow! She makes amazing cakes and I'm not kidding! If she'd been born in New York she could've worked for that famous cake lady Sylvia Weinstock. That wasn't her calling though. She was born and raised in Oklahoma so we get to enjoy her wonderful cakes!!! Then, I'm back to town on Thursday night for the rest of the stuff.
There will be people there Saturday that I've never met. I've been getting emails from one of Grandma's cousins who lives in Florida. She won't be able to make it, but her daughter will come who lives in OKC. I didn't know about the daughter in OKC.
I think Grandma is looking forward to it. I am too. How many of us will get a 90th party? Not too many I'm guessing!!!!
Stay cool!
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Kitty Update
Well, we knew it would happen. Ava and Emma are actually The Lone Ranger and Indiana Jones!!! We know nothing about kitties around our place. We obviously need help!
These two little yellow and white cuties are adapting to their new life in our barn just fine. They know all the great hiding places! So far they've managed to stay out of the way of the horses and the mules. And I caught my Dad holding one and listening to him purr. I was shocked to say the least, and I had to chuckle just a little to myself!!!
So, I guess we'll see how Ranger and Indy get along when they're both full grown Tom cats. That is I guess we'll see if they hang around! I've heard Tom cats wander a lot. That could be a problem!!!
These two little yellow and white cuties are adapting to their new life in our barn just fine. They know all the great hiding places! So far they've managed to stay out of the way of the horses and the mules. And I caught my Dad holding one and listening to him purr. I was shocked to say the least, and I had to chuckle just a little to myself!!!
So, I guess we'll see how Ranger and Indy get along when they're both full grown Tom cats. That is I guess we'll see if they hang around! I've heard Tom cats wander a lot. That could be a problem!!!
Friday, July 9, 2010
Brother's Birthday
I missed writing about my brother's birthday. It's not that I forgot his birthday, I just didn't write about it. It was a couple days ago. He turned 33. That's unbelievable! How could my brother, who I took care of when he was little be 33!
Last night we gathered at our favorite local Mexican spot to celebrate. There were only a few of us, but we had a nice time. When we were leaving I told brother and dad that I didn't even remember 33. All night that bothered me. While I was doing some work I brought home I was pondering this subject. I still couldn't remember what was happening in my life at the age of 33.
Today, while at work, I was oiling some pieces of tack. This particular job gives me time to think since it's basically a no brainer. The answer to the question finally popped into my head! I was so glad! That year, the year before I became "Aunt Red", I was the caregiver for my great uncle. He moved her from Texas and lived with my Grandma who lives here on the place.
I think the reason I couldn't remember 33 was that that year is sometimes a blurr. There was a lot going on! I think it might've have been a trial run for when my parents are elderly and in need of care, which I hope is many years from now! Not that I don't want to care for them, but they are still too young for that.
Anyway, 33 seems like a long time ago now! That was 6 nephews and 2 nieces ago!!!!!
Last night we gathered at our favorite local Mexican spot to celebrate. There were only a few of us, but we had a nice time. When we were leaving I told brother and dad that I didn't even remember 33. All night that bothered me. While I was doing some work I brought home I was pondering this subject. I still couldn't remember what was happening in my life at the age of 33.
Today, while at work, I was oiling some pieces of tack. This particular job gives me time to think since it's basically a no brainer. The answer to the question finally popped into my head! I was so glad! That year, the year before I became "Aunt Red", I was the caregiver for my great uncle. He moved her from Texas and lived with my Grandma who lives here on the place.
I think the reason I couldn't remember 33 was that that year is sometimes a blurr. There was a lot going on! I think it might've have been a trial run for when my parents are elderly and in need of care, which I hope is many years from now! Not that I don't want to care for them, but they are still too young for that.
Anyway, 33 seems like a long time ago now! That was 6 nephews and 2 nieces ago!!!!!
Thursday, July 1, 2010
A long June
Well, it's July. Half the year is over! Isn't that amazing? June seems like it has been a very long month. It could be because I've been working so much. I think I had 3 days off from work for the whole month. One of those was spent in the creek working on fence.
I wish that July was gonna be different, but it's not. August and January are my favorite months of the year. August we get to recover from the busy May through July run and January is time to recover from October through December! Funny thing is that the weather couldn't be more opposite in two months than August and January. Maybe if I work her another 13 years I'll get use to it!!!
Have a great July everybody!! Stay cool.
I wish that July was gonna be different, but it's not. August and January are my favorite months of the year. August we get to recover from the busy May through July run and January is time to recover from October through December! Funny thing is that the weather couldn't be more opposite in two months than August and January. Maybe if I work her another 13 years I'll get use to it!!!
Have a great July everybody!! Stay cool.
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