Good to go

According to the retina surgeon all is good to go ahead with the cataract surgery in the fall. One step in the right direction. While waiting I had a conversation with a gentleman who had the surgery years ago in the hospital. They actually removed the cataracts. He said now it is a breeze, according to his wife. It appears things have improved over time. Now I just need to find someone who is willing to take me and stay with me during the surgery. Still working on that one.

New Info?

Tomorrow I get to see what the retina doctor has to say about my vision. The cataract surgeon needs to know if there is anything that will interfere with his scheduled surgery. I certainly hope not. One thing at a time is enough to handle.

It's time

I made a decision today to close one of my groups.I have tried to keep it alive for some time and even changed the name, thinking it might help.The day has come when it is time to give it up. I can't help thinking about a quote that came to me several years ago. It was, "Quietly leaving makes the biggest noise."

I made the announcement to the members today and tomorrow I will follow through with my plans. I still have the group, "Open Hearts and Minds" and for some reason I don't believe I should close this blog.

A good question

A question came through on Facebook today that I didn't hesitate to answer. It was, "How would you change your wedding?" Without thinking my answer was, "Not show up!"

I was actually thinking about my second wedding, but it applies to both. The first happened 6 weeks after we met, bowling I think. I found out he was a womanizing jackass, but I married him anyway. I stuck it out for 13 years and had two children.I finally said enough!

My second wedding took place about 6 months after we began dating. He was Catholic, I wasn't. He was also an alcoholic, I wasn't. The one thing I asked of him was don't drink before the ceremony. As the Priest said, "You may kiss the bride." I turned towards him and smelled booze. I stuck it our for 27 years and had one child.

I suppose if I had not shown up I would not have children, grandchildren or great grandchildren.

A new store

As I again ordered an item from Amazon that should be available in Grants,NM, I thought if someone wanted to open a store that would have a ton of customers, a craft store would be ideal.Walmart is the only option and it sucks! They closed their craft department years ago and there are no other options, unless you want to drive 100 miles East or West. There are plenty of buildings just sitting there waiting to be occupied. I know there are zillions of craft people living here. Come on someone make a move in the right direction!

I also know of a large building, only used two days a week, right in the middle of town. It could easily be shared, by let's say, a badly needed optometrist.I don't understand what is wrong with people. We have great weather and the rents are cheap. Come on down or over or whatever, just come! 

Remembering the past

I remember the last day I saw my mother alive, well sort of. She was in a coma and the nurse said, "Tell her you love her, she can hear you." I did nothing. I felt she was already gone. My grandfather wanted them to remove the tubes, but they didn't. She apparently didn't have a living will. It was the last time I saw her as I needed to take care of her belongings and apartment.

It has been 36 years since that event. Today two of my three children and four grandchildren do not speak to me. I am wondering if it is karma? Is it something I deserve? I distinctly remember all the times I gave to them and put them first in my life. If they don't remember, I do.

Happy Mother's Day to my daughter and granddaughter. I hope they have a better day remembering the past.

Just for fun, a last picture of my mother and her mother. Also my daughter and granddaughter

 

Opportunities

I was thinking this morning that even though I don't have a college education I have had my share of writing opportunities. I have published two hard cover books, four Kindle books and one that is available as a paperback. Impressive right? But that's not all! I have led two local writing groups, from the young to older members. Hopefully, I have inspired someone to write. I can't forget the four years as a columnist for our local paper, or the 64 interviews I was able to do. Wow that's a lot of writing!

It has never ever mattered to me that I have not earned much money with all this writing. My purpose has been to inspire others to do their best. I really hope I haven't reached the end of my opportunities because I would like to keep going, if I only knew how.