tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.comments2024-03-14T06:59:04.585-07:00View from the CottageJudy Alterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05147106159914535549noreply@blogger.comBlogger2275125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-22030926628434067762024-03-14T06:59:04.585-07:002024-03-14T06:59:04.585-07:00Thank you. My Sophie would be thirteen in May. I&#...Thank you. My Sophie would be thirteen in May. I've had her since she was twelve weeks old and, oh! the memories!Judy Alterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05147106159914535549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-25340753748369138812024-03-14T06:57:40.965-07:002024-03-14T06:57:40.965-07:00I had to make the hard decision in 2020 with my pr...I had to make the hard decision in 2020 with my precious Briton who was almost 13 and suffering from cancerous lungs. My heart goes out to you. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-43564077568321128182024-03-14T06:52:30.809-07:002024-03-14T06:52:30.809-07:00Thank You. It is tough. After a call from the vet ...Thank You. It is tough. After a call from the vet this morning, I think it's time to let her go. We are headed to the vet's soon. I have packed a lot of Kleenex in my purse.Judy Alterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05147106159914535549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-47588007445883156082024-03-14T05:35:12.125-07:002024-03-14T05:35:12.125-07:00What a tough time , Judy. I’ve been there and we s...What a tough time , Judy. I’ve been there and we struggle to let go of friends like Sophie, wanting whatever is best but not knowing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-76088882924615505162024-03-13T21:29:11.820-07:002024-03-13T21:29:11.820-07:00Thanks, Janis. Sophie got so she wouldn't eat ...Thanks, Janis. Sophie got so she wouldn't eat and then we couldn't give her effective insulin shots. Like a vicious circle.Judy Alterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05147106159914535549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-15337532535034929142024-03-13T21:02:57.647-07:002024-03-13T21:02:57.647-07:00Praying for Sophie. I had a sweet rat terrier, Kat...Praying for Sophie. I had a sweet rat terrier, Katy, who was diabetic. I know how hard it is to administer the shots and worry about them when they are sick. JanisAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-86057612426353390022024-03-13T19:31:35.950-07:002024-03-13T19:31:35.950-07:00Thank you so much.Thank you so much.Judy Alterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05147106159914535549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-617184443599416632024-03-13T19:30:33.851-07:002024-03-13T19:30:33.851-07:00Just now getting on Facebook for the last two days...Just now getting on Facebook for the last two days and so sorry to read about Sophie’s troubles. I’ll be thinking about both of you and hoping for good news in the morning.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-19012494057071747592024-03-13T16:31:58.033-07:002024-03-13T16:31:58.033-07:00Thank you.Thank you.Judy Alterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05147106159914535549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-5664809839283303482024-03-13T16:10:04.188-07:002024-03-13T16:10:04.188-07:00I'm sorry for Sophie and for you. They're ...I'm sorry for Sophie and for you. They're such a part of our lives that their absence leaves a big hole. I hope she's better tomorrow.Ellishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12312345658108248300noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-3353945532070348122024-03-13T15:08:41.055-07:002024-03-13T15:08:41.055-07:00I’m so sorry, Judy. Our dogs are family. Wishing y...I’m so sorry, Judy. Our dogs are family. Wishing you and Sophie comfort and peace.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-65758837002510916882024-03-13T07:17:10.094-07:002024-03-13T07:17:10.094-07:00Thanks, Kristine. The news is not good this mornin...Thanks, Kristine. The news is not good this morning. We'll reassess mid-day, but I am teary.Judy Alterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05147106159914535549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-58722976076613692352024-03-13T06:40:17.013-07:002024-03-13T06:40:17.013-07:00Praying for sweet Sophie, and you for you. Our fur...Praying for sweet Sophie, and you for you. Our fur babies are so much more than pets. Kristinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15789434133357280773noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-88197886426121826162024-02-28T16:42:04.454-08:002024-02-28T16:42:04.454-08:00
Thanks. Things are marginally better today, inclu...<br />Thanks. Things are marginally better today, including my attitude.Judy Alterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05147106159914535549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-82077230821467054842024-02-28T16:17:23.909-08:002024-02-28T16:17:23.909-08:00Wow! The joys of home ownership. NOT. And add the ...Wow! The joys of home ownership. NOT. And add the chaos and health issues in the lives of those we love, human or fur babies, and it's A LOT. I hope today brought better news or at least answers because sometimes it's those unknowns that are the worst. Sending good vibes your way for all the things. Kristinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15789434133357280773noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-13744645197156160072024-02-27T08:45:05.737-08:002024-02-27T08:45:05.737-08:00Thanks, Ellis. I'm feeling much more in charge...Thanks, Ellis. I'm feeling much more in charge today. I guess we all just have those days! I hope you'll get back to putting words down again.Judy Alterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05147106159914535549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-6529746420006740402024-02-27T03:55:57.920-08:002024-02-27T03:55:57.920-08:00At least you have an end to your story in mind. St...At least you have an end to your story in mind. Stick with it, Judy. Just get a few words down and the rest will come. This is advice from someone who's no longer putting the words down, thinking sometimes but not "doing."<br />Hope your brother has a good outcome.Ellishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12312345658108248300noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-79966645415940253682024-02-19T14:29:46.932-08:002024-02-19T14:29:46.932-08:00Thanks, Susan. I have no room for a microwave, Ins...Thanks, Susan. I have no room for a microwave, InstaPot or other gadgets though my toaster oven has an air fryer function. Better year, my kids in the main house have an air fryer, and we use it when necessary. Timing is a big problem: I can't use the hot plate and toaster at the same time--trips the circuit breaker. Read tonight's blog later--my creative cooking had saw a total kitchen fail today!Judy Alterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05147106159914535549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-44288407113863986752024-02-19T13:28:58.351-08:002024-02-19T13:28:58.351-08:00Judy, what a cute place--and a wonderful story. Th...Judy, what a cute place--and a wonderful story. Thanks for sharing! I also cook on a two-burner hot plate (not induction) and love it. in my very small (but not tiny) kitchen: a toaster oven, microwave, air fryer, and fridge. No dishwasher, either. With just two, unnecessary. Wish I cooked as creatively as you, but it's just not a priority at this point in my life. susanalberthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06593314069397524232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-58870366128945950272024-01-26T21:04:16.981-08:002024-01-26T21:04:16.981-08:00Thanks, Kaye. Actually the reunion was in my cotta...Thanks, Kaye. Actually the reunion was in my cottage!<br /><br />Do hope you're feeling as well as possible--strong antibotics are hard to deal with.Judy Alterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05147106159914535549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-64317983277475045802024-01-26T20:01:20.782-08:002024-01-26T20:01:20.782-08:00Sounds lovely! I'm glad you got to go to this....Sounds lovely! I'm glad you got to go to this. And thanks for your thoughts, too. Kaye Georgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05596677617002735674noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-82837212461111703592024-01-14T21:29:56.421-08:002024-01-14T21:29:56.421-08:00Your apartment complex was a wonderful example of ...Your apartment complex was a wonderful example of people looking out for each other--I love hearing that. My experience in Snowmageddon wasn't as bad as some--we never lost power, but the ceiling-mounted HVAC units in my cottage really can't handle those extreme temperatures. Now that you're in the DFW area, I share your sense of waiting in for what's next. This is not, however, supposed to last as long as Snowmageddon.Judy Alterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05147106159914535549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-47018520008460713362024-01-14T18:05:06.529-08:002024-01-14T18:05:06.529-08:00Definitely relate to PTSD from Snowmageddon. That...Definitely relate to PTSD from Snowmageddon. That was horrible. I survived much easier than others. Our apartment complex had a generator that powered the elevator for the 3 floors & the office area including the large meeting/party room with modified kitchen, it was opened so the residents could come charge phones & devices. Even get hot coffee or tea that they supplied. Several residents brought makings for casseroles to be baked in the oven. We brought plastic ware, paper plates & other foods that we shared as a community. It was worth the walk down the “outside hall” (half a building in length).<br />Then whe we lost water, maintenance helped supply pool water to flush the toilets. We were in south Texas so the pool was never drained for winter. But it was hard sitting alone in semidarkness at night bundled up with 2 cats in my lap. So since, I do tense up when we have freezing temperatures. I’ve relocated to the DFW area (closer to family). <br />Currently, we’re warm with power…waiting to see if we get any snow or ice.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-35634204187305212032024-01-13T08:23:43.312-08:002024-01-13T08:23:43.312-08:00Aw gee, thanks, Linda. I too am glad we have trave...Aw gee, thanks, Linda. I too am glad we have traveled together on much of our journeys. Lots of wonderful memories, a few tough times, but we've come out on top. Now, I'm enjoying Costa Rica with you through Dave's bits. The Jesus the Christ lizard? Really? <br /><br />I"m also delighted to know you read the blog!<br /><br />Let me know your return plans. I am hoping to get you together with Warner and Mary Bailey for happy hour or a light supper or something.<br /><br />Love you, miss you!Judy Alterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05147106159914535549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30975557.post-55831461362250333982024-01-13T04:50:48.945-08:002024-01-13T04:50:48.945-08:00As I sit with my morning coffee in Costa Rica cont...As I sit with my morning coffee in Costa Rica contemplating all of your thoughtful reflections/I am transported to all of those moments in your journey and so thankful to have traveled along side you all the way/Thank you Pardner!Linda Powellnoreply@blogger.com