Dad 497: Progress

(Mom and Josh are featured in Dad's post today. Enjoy! ~ Tracy)

 

Derf Here! Another fine sunny day in the Northeast. Temps reached around 40°. One week down in January! Yeah!

 

When Spouse returned home from rehab a few weeks ago, she had home visits from a nurse, an occupational therapist, and a physical therapist. She seems to be doing well and was discharged by her nurse yesterday. She will be discharged by the therapists in the next two or three visits. Then we are on our own for the walking, exercises, and rehab. We will do our best.

 

Josh has passed his tests so far for his license towards becoming an engineer on a ship. Six tests done and he has one more to go tomorrow. There will be relief when the last one is in the books. Relaxing will be possible after tomorrow. Good job, Josh! You make us proud!

 

This seems like enough info for Tracy to have to copy for today. Sooo....

 

Until next time!

 

Toodle Pip!

 

Derf!

Reading

I'm not sure how many of my blog readers pay attention to my Reading List links (see right-hand side of page). I keep updating the Reading List because it gives me a sense of how well I'm getting through my piles of books. By "piles" I mean both physical books and electronic books.

I recently read an article suggesting the best way to get through a lot of books is to be reading several different types at the same time. For example, a heavy-duty non-fiction book for when you can concentrate and a cozy mystery for late-night reading. (I certainly can't read a "heavy-duty" book at the end of the day!) This article didn't change my reading habits, because I already do this.

I am currently reading five books: a novel, a memoir, a book of essays, a theology book, and a book on the history of codes and ciphers. These books are in addition to my daily Bible reading and devotionals.

I will not finish all five of these books at the same time, of course. Novels tend to go quickly, as do memoirs. Theology books take a little longer. The book of essays is when I want to fit it in. The codes/ciphers book may take me years (not really, but it is quite long and "heavy-duty").

When I finish the novel, I'll find another one to begin reading. Same for the memoir, the theology book, and so on.

My encouragement to you for 2020: Read some books! 

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Playoffs

The Patriots have bowed out of the NFL playoffs, so I am now trying to determine which team to root for of those that remain.

I had decided on the Saints (I like Drew Brees) but then they lost, too.

So we are down to:

Vikings
49ers
Seahawks
Packers

Titans
Ravens
Texans
Chiefs

Of the NFC teams (the first four listed above), I think I'd like to see the Packers win.
Of the AFC teams, I want the Ravens. I like Lamar Jackson, and I think the Ravens deserve to win after the season they had.

I guess I don't need to root for any team at all, but where is the fun in that?

Let's go, Ravens!

Lew's Logbook: Restaurant Closings

(Lew writes for the blog today. Enjoy! ~ Tracy)

We have had a rash of restaurant closings recently. First one to go was a Scarborough icon, Anjon's.

The second notice was that Cole Farms in Gray is locking its doors. Cole Farms is a landmark in southern Maine and, at one time, was probably the most popular after-church-for-lunch place around.

Lastly (for now at least) we heard that Famous Dave’s has had enough of Scarborough, Maine.

I must confess that I have contributed to the demise of these places because it has been years since I’ve been to any of them. (Never been to Anjon’s, which is by far the closest to where we live.)

The Anjon’s building already has a new occupant and will be opening January 17 under the name “Amore on the Marsh”. I’ve heard that it will be a little more affordable than Anjon’s, so I am already making plans to have dinner there. If they don’t make it I don’t want anyone blaming it on me.

I've included a picture of our cats because pictures are fun.

Marilyn and Jerry.

Scary Face

I recently have discovered the joy of at-home facial masks. The masks I use are a paper-like material, and they have holes for the eyes, mouth, and nose. (There is a little flap that sits on the nose.)

The mask stays on for about 20 minutes. I would probably read if I could, but I can't see well enough without my glasses. So instead I completely relax. It is very nice indeed and my face feels wonderful afterward.

An added "bonus" while wearing the mask: I look like I am part of a horror movie.

I worked late the last couple days, and I think a mask right now would be a nice reward. So please excuse me while I go and frighten my husband!

It's a New Year

Lew and I enjoyed watching the Rose Parade yesterday. We joked about entering a float next year — similar to how we are going to sponsor a bowl game.

The remainder of the day was spent watching college football. I also did some reading.

I thought about making some resolutions, but decided to just develop better habits. To kick-start this, I got dressed yesterday instead of staying in my PJ's all day. 

We are still wrapping up the fiscal year 2019 at work, so I put in a lengthy day today. Tomorrow should be somewhat normal schedule-wise, and then it's the weekend again!

I hope that 2020 began well for all the readers of Mainely Tracy. 😊

Dad 496: Happy 2020!

(Dad kicks off another year on the blog. Enjoy his post! ~ Tracy)

Derf Here! Well, we have survived the first day of 2020. And the weather has been above freezing as the snow is melting. We received officially 13 inches of snow the past two days. Tomorrow is supposed to be like today.

Check back next week for more info.

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL!

Until next time!

Toodle Pip!

Derf!