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By Pykke  on July 14 2011 at 8:35 pm

85, Female
CA, United States
Member Since: July 21 2002


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Yes....cleaning out this house after 40 years and going thru stuff without himself has been taking all my time...The attic is empty...the cupboards are virtually bare...and closets slimmed down.  Have had two huge garage sales, and will have one more later on...Am turning my house over to the kids to renovate, and rent for me. I hope to start moving into my retirement apartment next month. Have had fun shopping...Have bought a new recliner and glass dining room table and chairs....Found a RED 5 cup coffee pot...and will now get a small toaster...and microwave for my kitchenette.
Still have items that need decisions as to what to do with them...One is a small harp that himself bought...He had NO musical training, and I  never could understand why in the world would he buy one???  He forgot to take it with him!!!!!!  Being so virtuous, I guess I had best learn to play it...LOL!!!!!!!
Rico will return to the family from whom I bought him.  They had to let him go as their landlord would not permit pets. Now they are buying a house...and are delighted tohave him  return to them...He has never been sick...but had a spot on his back he kept chewing...and then this morning he "frowed up"....so off to the vet...It is most likely an insect bite...and he is back eating...Only $230 of course....
Granddaughter has found her wedding dress...It is gorgeous...The wedding will be next July in Portland.  I hope I can be mobile enough to go...can fly !!!  It will be hard to be there alone....Himself idolized her...and she him..
Feel so much better, and will get another epidural tomorrow...
Happy days...all smoke free for all of you....It isn't easy..but it IS doable!!!!!!!.
Pykke 

Message by ltlsqueak  View Journal on July 14 2011 at 9:09 pm 
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It is so nice to hear from you!    You sound like you're doing great!  I'm sure you're worn out from working so hard!  I'm jealous over the "red" coffee pot.  I've been looking for one!  I recently changed my kitchen to all strawberry stuff and I can't seem to find a red coffee pot.  I'll have to come borrow yours. 

OUCH!  In regards to the vet bill.  They sure can add up fast!  Glad he's feeling better.  I have 2 dogs and I think I need to take one to the vet.  I never seem to be able to leave without it being over 100 dollars.

Will you be able to take your computer/laptop?  I sure hope so!  Please keep in touch and let us know how you're doing.  Have you seen Cami lately?  I sure miss her!  Can't wait to see her name in lights! 

Take care and thanks for posting!!!    I was in a really poor mood and you brightened my spirits!  (((hugs)))




Sherri

Quit date: March 22, 2010

Nothing worth having in life is ever easy.

BELIEVE in yourself!

Message by Charly  View Journal on July 14 2011 at 10:09 pm 
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Hi Pykke!
Charlene

aka 4Health/MarksMom - QD 4-20-03 Smoking kills!          

Message by Jeremiah  View Journal on July 14 2011 at 10:33 pm 
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I can identify with himself and the harp..I bought a piano that was too big for any room in the house..I ended up selling it on craigslist for what I had in it..But I thought (Man thinking) it would look kewl in the house too small for big thinking..Make sure wherever you are on april fool's day you swap out sugar with salt to keep the tradition alive!! Oh..While I'm on here..I did a "reverse" swapping salt out for sugar at the station but I never got to see any reaction's..But I had you in mind when I did it!!




Together
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               4/19/07

Message by countthestars  View Journal on July 14 2011 at 11:49 pm 
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I am so sorry to have heard about himself, Pykke, but I am so glad to see you working so well through it.  

 I love music, I wish I could play the harp.  

You've been on my mind dear, and its good to hear from you. 

Justin

Justin
06/10/2011
Life is a learning experience.   

Message by elvy  View Journal on July 15 2011 at 3:59 am 
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You are a remarkable lady.  Love to you as you prepare to begin a new life.  Fingers crossed that all works out for grand-daughter's wedding.  Big *hugs*, Pykke.

elvy

Message by ozzy  View Journal on July 15 2011 at 6:38 am 
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You are indeed a remarkeable and special person.  Lots of love and hugs to you my dear!




Don't dream up thousands of reasons
why you can't do what you want to; find one reason why you CAN.

Message by betsy  View Journal on July 15 2011 at 8:11 am 
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you sound wonderful Pykke
I just know you will be happy in your new place

have a fabulous day

betsy QD 11/10/03
Today is the best day to not smoke!

Message by Carla  View Journal on July 15 2011 at 1:22 pm 
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You are one tough Cookie Pykke. I admire you so much. Your attitude is remarkable . I hope you make that wedding. You know himself would want you to be there for that girl of yours.
I just had my grand daughters wedding in May and wow the tears did flow
CARLA (AKA MAMA)
May 14, 2002 Quit
This was my last quit!

Message by Babs  View Journal on July 15 2011 at 2:48 pm 
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Hey Pykke,
You are really coming along.
I can't belive you have made so much progress with cleaning out things.
Wow! Wow! Wow!
Keep up the good work.

Not One Puff Ever and
Keep a Sense of Humor.
Babs ~ 9/15/06

Message by Dewey  View Journal on July 15 2011 at 6:03 pm 
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 They say learning new things keeps our brain active as we age so I'd keep the harp and learn a new skill.  At least you would have lots of laughs trying.

Like the sound of that coffee pot, a bright and cheery addition to your new home.

Good to hear that you are feeling better.

I'm sure that you will find a way to be at your granddaughter's wedding.

Dewey

Going my way
Quit Date: 22.03.2010

Message by Kat_fairykats  View Journal on July 16 2011 at 10:53 am 
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You are a person of great character. Blessings to you in this transitional phase and in your new life. My mother's best friend lives in a retirement community and she is so happy there. Her room has a kitchen and she has a little fenced porch. They have all kinds of craft classes and events...it is like a grand hotel.

I just have a good feeling about your move. Love and Light always.
"When you quit, your forevers will come to you."

Message by moondreamer  View Journal on July 16 2011 at 9:20 pm 
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Best of luck with your move! !  I'm trying to get rid of some stuff too. It's so much harder than I thought but getting there slowly ... sending you lots of hugs,
Kay


The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
-Eleanor Roosevelt

Message by clayton  View Journal on July 17 2011 at 10:50 am 
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Things are perking up in your life I see.  Good for you. 

Message by Brick  View Journal on July 18 2011 at 11:57 am 
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I can only assume Himself has passed. I am so sorry Peggy. But, truth be told, I envy you for all the years and all the joy you had with him.
I certainly will never know that satisfaction.

Now you move on, you crusty old broad. Give some of the joy you've given the members here, to the residents of your new home.

My heartfelt condolences over Himself, and my love and good thoughts to you Pykke.

Brick
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