Okay- it is actually 2012. Since our mother died at 42, both my sisters and I are always astounded that we reach another year!! Thankful, but always surprised. What in the world is in store for this year?
Work, I hope! I thought I was finished with painting with the exception of my own; however, recent events have shown me otherwise. First, the repair and paint passed inspection (I am sure only with Divine Intervention!!), so I guess physical labor is still not out! Then my sister wanted her lower level painted and papered and that has also been accomplished! She wanted a dark red. Now it is not only dark red, but it took so many coats of paints to get it even, that I am certain it could pass for a bomb shelter! Just to make certain I don't forget how, I have agreed to paint the bedroom of a former sister-in-law 2 days before I leave for Florida. This morning there is that horrible white stuff – that should only be viewed in Currier & Ives pictures – all over the ground! A clear indication that it is time to get out of Dodge!
Ellen Degeneres had a contest to make your dreams come true, so I entered to get a vacation with my sisters. The story obviously was not tragic enough to get any notice. In fact, it wasn't really tragic at all and that was really too bad, because I thought it was a great idea!!
My son and his family have been really great and it has been wonderful to spend this time with them. Now, though, it is definitely time to move forward with my life. My first resolution is to find employment so that I can keep my second resolution, which is to be in my own home by the time I reach the age of 70! YIKES! It is so amazing to wake up feeling thirty, then (using a magnifying mirror, of course) applying makeup to a face that absolutely is not 30! It is a surprise every morning! Hopefully, a future employer will mistake me for at least a few years younger. (HA HA HA)
I reconnected with an old friend while here and that is always a good thing because one cannot have too many friends. We laughed a lot, as usual – it just wasn't on a sailboat this time. New Year's was spent playing Skipbo with my younger sister and brother-in-law, drinking and laughing a great deal and thoroughly enjoying the time together! She has a nice little two bedroom condo for sale in Columbus, if you know anyone who is looking!!
This is Monday, Jan 2, and I plan to leave Sunday morning for Charlotte, arriving back in Florida on Tuesday or Wednesday. (who do you suppose ever decided how to spell Wednesday – and why?? - Just wondering).
This will be a new year with a new life and I am looking forward to sharing some fun times with you all. Again, Happy New Year and thanks for tuning in! Ricci
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