X-rays and Stuff

 I spent time in xray at ER when I went in with two very young women, one still in xray school. They tried to contort my body into positions it will not go into normally. I was amused at them when I was not in pain. They pulled out a huge piece of equipment, saying maybe they could use it. Then, they pulled out something from under the table I was on, discussing what it might be. There was lots! of giggling. 

Eventually, they got film they were happy with and I was released. It was actually fun.

Today, the car was still full of water. Tommy thought the car sitting from Sunday night to Wednesday afternoon would dry it out. Of course not. We bought a dehumidifier, sat in in from seat, put hose so water could come out the window and an electrical cord to utility room. In the crack where they came from inside of car, he taped a garbage bag so bugs would not seek refuge in the car. A neighbor helped him. It took them two hours. About two hours later, lots of water had come out on driveway and yard. 

I found a new mower guy. As we were in Lowe's, two young men were buying weed eater and other mowing/yard equipment. I stopped them and asked the one guy if he mowed yards. He was eager and affable. So, I got his number. I was happy with the work of the last guy, very happy. He kept me hanging, saying he wanted to buy the Impala; don't sell it; son needs car. I felt he was playing me. The cleaner I had got furious when she heard he also wanted Tommy's car. She paid for the car and signed bill of sale before she picked it up to keep him from getting it from under her, saying he had done stuff like this before to her. But, at this point, I have a new guy. 

Did not find a laptop. Car dampness was more important. I just know it has started to mold, so want to dry it and sell it. 

At Sam's Club, we had a hotdog/Coke Combo, $2.75 total for both. 

Once again, I was wet from the car. I changed to nightgown and went to bed. Not only did shoulder hurt, but going out exhausts me. At Sam's we bought plastic cups, Tommy's allergy meds, milk. There was a whole list. Tommy left it at home.

Guy came today for mold remediation. Cannot wait. At about 2 pm on a Wednesday, the place was practically empty, lots of room to move around. 

I go to doctor tomorrow. 

You know I fell on right hip. Well, it hurts just a bit now. The left hip bone is smooth when I touch it. It s the widest point on my him The right hip bone is sort of jagged. I cannot imagine what happened to the right hip point. I hope my doctor has xray machine. Tomorrow will tell. 

These muscle relaxers are messing with my mind!  OH! just fell because of them. I fell into my chair, thankfully. They are messing with my balance, obviously. I had stopped typing, trying to stand up. 

Mark Cuban suggests stocking up on several everyday items. He said that he thought stores would take advantage of the situation in order to raise prices. So, I was on the right track.

Tommy does not want me to talk at all. He is working on taxes. I have things to say...lol. I won't talk.

I did no editing. 

Found Our Market

 Today, I concluded my business with my paid-for-dearly computer protection. On May 31, 2024, I finally hung up waiting on a call from then in ten minutes. I forgot what day after that I called for the second time. But, today, I had it. Every time I call, I have to repeat the problem even though they are making notes, they say. I talked to the third person today who refused to pass me to the person who could help me unless I repeated my problem another time. Finally, not my finest hour, I yelled at him. He said petulantly that he was going to hang up. I hung up and was planning how to get in touch with someone besides a telephone answerer.

Then, Nikhil called and asked what the problem was. I told him the two issues I was having with my computer. Then, he repeated it back to me confusing the two problems by making it one strange problem. He tried to convince me the last guy had helped me. I watched the cursor. All he did was remove the ad blocker, something I did not want him to do! When he realized I had watched the cursor, he tried convincing me I did not understand. 

Then, since he did not understand the problem, he tried to convince me again that I just needed to advance to next line by using a key. I was fit to be tied. He said in a condescending voice, "Are you having trouble understanding?" He was treating me like the village idiot or some doddering old person. I told him I have had a computer for almost 40 years. He backtracked quickly. 

I pointed out that calling me back on May 31 never happened, nor call after that. He kept trying to explain that the people were doing what they were supposed to do. Never call back?...twice? Not good customer service! Finally, he declared he solved both my problems. Not so. 

We had just returned from several successful missions. We helped a woman, her two children, her brother's child, and the grandmother. We gave her our number to give her more help. That was satisfying. 

The Farmer's market where we shopped moved locations. We missed the first day. Then, the second time, we could not find vendors we wanted. Today, we went flying out fifteen minutes before the market closed. We fund them right off the bat about 7 pm as they were closing and packing up. We talked a bit and found they would be in same spot, something we figured. I was going to buy a fresh peach lemonade, but for some reason, they just gave it to me. The drinks are not covered by vegetable card. 

Since I have Medicaid, I get a card with $50 on it to spend only with approved farmers. These farmers have to be approved, farmers not people who buy from markets to resell. We had so many vegetables today, we really could not use more. So, now we know where to shop on Tuesday for produce grown in this county. This is a nationwide program. Write me at lgd113@yahoo.com if you want more information. 

A roaring rainstorm with thunder and lightning blew through here a few moments ago. Tommy and I were so shocked we just looked at each other. It only lasted five minutes, noisy and rain blowing. More is coming from down Tuscaloosa way. Here comes the rain forecast earlier. 

By the way, if you don't like me raising my voice after five hours on the phone over a week's time with guys refusing to send me to cs, don't tell me. And, don't tell me you have never raised your voice at an obstructionist, a man who knows better than you, who will let your laptop be infested with spyware. 

This has been a long day without a much-needed nap thanks to the heat. 

How was your day? Hot where you are? I just looked out the door, and it so muggy here.

2019 Picture and 2024 Goals

 

I found this picture I did not know I had in my email. It was taken at some event in Cullman.

This year, I have a few goals. My health is at the top of the list. 

I need a new mattress before I am lost in the lumps in this old one. 

I need to buy a new vehicle, one that is easier to drive and get rid of the Impala. I love the car, and it is in pristine condition. But, it is almost impossible for either of us to get into or out of it. 

Sewing is another big thing I need to do. I have things to repair including clothes, dishcloths, towels of all kinds. Mending saves money. Maybe I will make some blouses. 

Finding Tommy a new vehicle and selling his present one is an important thing to get done and not just talk about it.

 

Oh--return expensive laptop I hate, find a new one I like before this slow, old noisy computer just dies of old age, and I cannot get my info out. 

I am so exhausted that even little things are a huge chore, but we have to do these things! However, no amount of sleep leaves me feeling rested...EVER.

Today, we saw a special about M*A*S*H, my favorite series ever. Now, Planes, Trains, and Automobiles is on with a favorite actor, Steve Martin. Last night, we stayed up until 5 am to see Airplane 11: The Sequel since I had never seen it. Tommy never can stay awake that long, but last night he did not nod at all. I was the one wanting to sleep. (I did get 8 hours sleep.)

I suppose we will start taking down decorations tonight. I dread taking down the deer outdoors.

We will continue our frugal ways.

Have you taken down your Christmas decorations yet?

Do you make resolutions? Or, do you have goals? 

Can you share your plans?