Finalizing plans....

to return to Florida. Jeff and Lili will drive back with me and the critters on August 4th. They'll have a few days for sun and beach before flying back the following Monday.

I have accumulated a bunch of stuff as my one month visit grew into five. I've accumulated lots of mixed feelings too. I am, however, anxious to get back. Need to settle into a new routine, take care of my house, yard and reconnect with family and friends in FL. I also have a slew of doctors' appointments and a mammogram spread out over 2 weeks. It will be very hectic which will be good for me.

I'm stepping into a business opportunity with a friend looking to grow her inspirational tee company. I have a link to her site on the right, but you can also go here to Inspiretees. She's here in Pennsylvania but I'll be able to do my thing in Florida or wherever I hang my hat. I am still very restless so where I end up is anybody's guess.

Eddie Jr.

Today, July 22nd, marks 22 years since my oldest brother, Eddie, lost a brief but excruciating battle with cancer. I really, really miss him. And of course, my brother John is always on my mind. The death of a loved one is such a deeply profound loss.

I didn't get to sleep until 3:30 last night then dreamed of Eddie. He had cancer in my dream but he was functioning and pretty much himself. I dream of my folks often. In some way it's comforting, but in another it's sad.

Well

I still don't feel like posting, but I'll try.

I've been trying to keep occupied. In various ways. Going to Presque Isle (Lake Erie) about once a week. Went to see a local production of "Fiddler on the Roof" which was very good. Bible studies, church, family and so on. Jeff, Lili and I are leaving for Florida August 4th. With the dogs and cat in tow. I've accumulated a lot of stuff in 4 months so it looks like I'll be renting a minivan again. Jeff and Lili will stay in FL until Aug. 10th. They need a fun break.

Hope everyone is having a nice summer.

Sigh

Once again, I don't feel like posting. I'll try to update this later.

Sisters Day

I still don't feel like posting, but I have 26 minutes to get a post in before midnight, therefore, keeping my promise.

I have been trying to keep busy. On Thursday Van, Anita and I had a "sisters" day. We went to Pittsburgh....shopping and lunch. Went to The Waterfront in Homestead, had lunch at P.F. Chang's, went to South Side Works, had dessert at The Cheesecake Factory, then went to Station Square, then finally on the way home stopped at my nephew's house to wish Steve's and Kim's son Matthew a happy 3rd birthday. I was tired, but we had a nice time. Friday Van and I went to see my friend Denise. Had lunch, went to Wal-Mart and had a very nice visit. Today Van, Aunt Esther and I went to New Wilmington to spend the 4th of July with my Aunt Anita and Uncle Arthur, cousin Fred and his family. It was also Aunt Anita's 90th birthday today.

So, like I said, trying to keep busy and trying to figure out how/when I'm going back to Florida.

I promise...

...to post something on here tomorrow. And reply to a bunch of emails waiting in my inbox. Not motivated to do much of anything.