Bang, Brodie, birthday, and more....

UPDATE @ 8 AM: Lanny's sister, Susan, became a great-grandma! Congrats to Nichol and everyone!

Wow.... it is 4:43 and I heard something that sounded like a gunshot. Papa said it was the neighbors motorcycle. Sure enough... it had backfired. Scared me to death! What a way to start the day. And that stupid cat didn't come in until 1:00 am!

Papa thought he was retaining water so I emailed Dr. Brodie. He called last night and told me to have Lanny weigh himself to see if there is a difference from his last visit and to check his legs. His legs were fine and his weight hasn't changed. His ankles and feet look fine too. So that is a good thing. I know he isn't taking in any salt and avoiding salty foods. Doc told me to have him go on his water pill if there is a yes in any of those tests. He should probably go in and get checked out... if nothing else then to make me feel better. lol! Dr. Brody really cares about Lanny. He's a great guy. Not many doctors call these days. I don't care what people say about Group Health... they've been great with us.

Today is the birthday of our friend, Shawna! I love her. She goes to our church and bible study and always has a smile and a hug! Always! She is just the sweetest, kindest, most compassionate person. I wish her a happy birthday and many more to follow!!!!

Well, it's Friday! I'm glad! Papa is off all weekend! Woohoo!!! The tires we ordered came in yesterday so we're getting new tires on my van today. I hate spending the money but we have to have tires! Women really hate spending money on vehicles. Not sure why that it. Wonder if its universal?

As you know, some of my favorite shows I have to watch on my computer because DISH and KOMO can't grow up and settle things. I LOVE LOST! I won't spoil it for Tara... who is catching up this weekend... but I sat with my mouth open in shock at the end of the last episode. My friend, Ted, has a theory. I can't post it here... but I wonder if he'll be right? I also like Dancing With the Stars. Two of my favorite are Shawn (the gymnast who was being stalked... that was creepy) and Melissa. I also love American Idol. I know the people have to be weeded out but I really think if Megan wasn't so pretty... she'd be gone. Her voice isn't that great. She'll be going soon. Michael would be gone sooner or later.. and Scott won't last... neither will Anoop, Lil or Matt. You can see who I think will make the top 4. Vote on my survey on who you thing did the best that week!

Talked to my son, Kevon, yesterday. He gave me some advise... he wants me to start taking care of myself. I think he's worried about my health. It is so hard for me not to want to help others. If anyone needs ANYTHING I am there to help if I can. I don't think I ever say no. I really try hard to make people happy and for them to like me. And it seems like I spent my whole life taking care of others. I helped watch David when we were kids .... in fact he practically lived with us when I married Dave. Then I had Karla at 19! Which didn't seem young at the time but does now. I raised kids forever and then when they were teens I had Alexis most of the time. Then came grand kids who I got to babysit until 2 years ago when I had to nurse papa back to health. I can't remember I time... until this past year... when I didn't have someone to take care of and have around! Now I don't. It is hard. I know some would love it, but I don't. Now I'm trying to talk mom into living with me so I can take care of her... and she doesn't need taken care of yet! lol! I guess I'll try to take Kev's advise... I raised a very smart person... a couple of them, actually. Karla told me the same thing a few days ago in a different way. hmmm. Maybe I should listen for once. I did my job... raised my family. When did roles get reversed? Changes are tough.

Well, I guess that's about it. Trying to keep things short and sweet. Hope you all have a great day and an awesome weekend. Wish you would all do facebook. It is so fun! The surveys, tests, I have an apartment in YoVille, and I have a farm on facebook and having a blast! Best of all... I've gotten reunited with so many friends and the kids' friends from school! It's great! And easy to sign up and you don't get spam. Wow, this post is pretty long for having nothing to write about!!!! It was just pouring rain outside and quit just as fast... weird. very, very quiet....
Oh, check out the website "Green Acres". It is so funny about her trip to a new doctor? I laughed out loud... for sure! She is funny.

What's Ahead:
Occasional light sprinkles and mostly cloudy skies with highs in the lower 50s and light wind.
Rain returns big time overnight, with lows dropping to around 40.
Heavy snow for the mountains comes with the new weekend storm. Up to 15 inches could fall on the passes, and that has triggered a Winter Storm Watch from the National Weather Service beginning tonight.
That strong, incoming front tonight brings heavier rain tomorrow too, and winds up to 35 mph, especially over the water. Highs only hit the upper 40s.
Showers at times follow Sunday and early next week.