7/23/2023

 Weekly Update 7/23/2023

Last Sunday, I had an 8 am flight to Rochester, thru Baltimore. I arrived just after noon, and Allen was at the airport to pick me up. We all met at Ishy’s house. Adrian had been up in the night and was running a fever, but Sarah came over with Annie. She is a darling little baby. She wasn’t very happy with Great Granny grabbing at her, but if mommy was there, she was ok. We all went to Ontario Beach Park for Abbott’s frozen custard, and to dip toes in the lake. Because of pollution, the beach was closed and lifeguards were patrolling, so the dipping didn’t work out well. After a quick stop at Wegman’s for a birthday cake, we returned to Ishy’s house to sing and eat cake. It was both Ishy and Kerry’s birthday on Monday.

Monday morning, all of Dave’s children and their families left early to go to Toronto to see a MLB game. They also wanted to stop at Niagara Falls. We were all staying at the same hotel, so I got up early again, to say goodby. I would not be seeing them again on this trip. Back at Ishy’s house, we visited and went out for breakfast, then we went to Sarah’s house. Adrian was feeling better and his fever was gone. Sarah and Jack’s house is lovely. But who noticed when there was those beautiful little babies to admire! Marcia and Andy picked me up late in the afternoon, and took me to their house for supper. They are the only people I saw on my trip who weren’t family. They took me back to the hotel because it wasn’t too far from where their house is. I was really glad to see them.

Tuesday, Dave and Kerry were ready to drive back to KC. They dropped me at Ishy’s house after we all checked out of the hotel, and they were on their way. Ishy and I just sat around and got all caught up. I had to be at the airport at 2 for my flight. Well, I didn’t actually HAVE to be there, because the flight was delayed, but I wanted to get home, so I went early. I got through the TSA and bought myself a white hot dog at the little restaurant. While I was waiting for it to be grilled, I noticed that they sold pound packages of Zweigles! I asked the waitress if it would be ok to buy those to take on my flight, since I’d already gone through the TSA. She assured me that it would be fine. What a nice treat that was! I finally got to Baltimore, and then the next leg of my journey was also delayed. I went to the bar and asked for a glass of wine. She asked if I wanted the 6 oz or the 9 oz. What do you think? And you know how much 9 oz of house pinto grigio costs? $20! and worth every penny. I again was stunned when we finally were allowed to board the airplane, and the attendants on the flight kept telling us to hurry up and find a seat because they’d been flying all day and were tired. And thanks to your scheduling and maintenance issues, I was going to be late getting home. I had no sympathy, and was a little put out by the attitude. IT’S YOUR JOB! Arriving back at Savannah, I found my car right away, even in the dark. I finally got home just after midnight.

And then I was back to my life. I did tours at DH and went out for Happy Hour with friends on Wednesday. I had a book club meeting, took Kay to a doctor appointment, and met Green Square friends for a birthday dinner for Denise in the evening on Thursday. I got back to the pool on Friday, and got caught up with reading and paperwork that had waited for a week. I met a DH friend for coffee on Saturday morning. I guess the only “normal” activity that I missed this week is going to a lecture. I have one coming up next week, though, so I’ll be back on track for that too.

I dragged my sewing maching out for one last time. I think just like going to NY for The Wedding is going to be the last time I get there, I think the dresses I made this week are the end of my sewing experiences. I just don’t enjoy it; it’s really a chore. And I can buy a shift in Walmart for less that the fabris costs me to make something for myself. I think I just needed to know I could still do it. I’m not very pleased with the outcome, but I have a couple for things to wear for a quick trip to Publix or when I’m just sitting around the apartment and need something that doesn’t have a waistband.

It was a week of babies! My favorites, of course, are Adrian and Annie. And I was totally captivated when I saw them. Kay’s grandson, Philip Holden, was born on Tuesday. Everyone is well, and we are all delighted he is here. In UK, Kay’s cousin because a grandparent for the second time. Dexter was born on July 18. Lisa and Dave welcomed new granddaughter, Edie, on July 22. It seems as if in the midst of many of my friends having health issues, the Circle of Life continues to amaze. All is as it should be.