As all of you know, Buddy was a huge part of my life. I'm celebrating the memories my little dog gave me. As I went through all the pictures I had of Buddy just from the last 2 years, I have to admit, he might be the most photographed dog in the U.S. What can I say, he like to have his picture taken.
Enjoy the pictures, as they remind me of all the good memories I had with my baby dog.
So, this is my 26th day of protein shakes. I didn't know I could be so creative, but with a little almond milk, baking extracts and 3 different flavors of powder - the possibilities are endless!
My new favorite is banana - made with vanilla protein powder and banana extract. One of my daily mixes involves chocolate protein powder, chocolate almond milk, coconut and almond extract.
I'm now 7 days from surgery - one week! Lots of different emotions - excitement being at the top of the list.
Stay tuned...
On my first day to surgery my doctor said to me, you're doing great!
On my second day to surgery my doctor said to me, only drink clear liquids and you're doing great!
On my third day to surgery my doctor said to me, nothing after midnight, only drink clear liquids and you're doing great!
On my fourth day to surgery my doctor said to me, only four more days, nothing after midnight, only drink clear liquids and you're doing great!
On my fifth day to surgery my doctor said to me, no you cannot eat, only four more days, nothing after midnight, only drink clear liquids and you're doing great!
On my sixth day to surgery my doctor said to me, you're half way there, no you cannot eat, only four more days, nothing after midnight, only drink clear liquids, and you're doing great!
On my seventh day to surgery my doctor said to me, protein shakes are necessary, you're half way there, no you cannot eat, only four more days, nothing after midnight, only drink clear liquids and you're doing great!
On my eighth day to surgery my doctor said to me, sugar-free popsicles - it's only 3 degrees, protein shakes are necessary, you're half way there, no you cannot eat, only four more days, nothing after midnight, only drink clear liquids and you're doing great!
On my ninth day to surgery my doctor said to me, of course you can drink clear broth, sugar-free popsicles - it's only 3 degrees, protein shakes are necessary, you're halfway there, no you cannot eat, only four more days, nothing after midnight, only drink clear liquids and you're doing great?
On my tenth day to surgery my doctor said to me, don't forget to order your vitamins, of course you can drink clear broth, sugar-free popsicles - it's only 3 degrees, protein shakes are necessary, you're halfway there, no you cannot eat, only four more days, nothing after midnight, only drink clear liquids and you're doing great?
On my eleventh day to surgery my doctor said to me, maybe no more diabetes, don't forget to order your vitamins, of course you can drink clear broth, sugar-free popsicles - it's only 3 degrees, protein shakes are necessary, you're halfway there, no you cannot eat, only four more days, nothing after midnight, only drink clear liquids and you're doing great?
On my twelfth day to surgery my doctor said to me, 14 days of liquid, maybe no more diabetes, don't forget to order your vitamins, of course you can drink clear broth, sugar-free popsicles - it's only 3 degrees, protein shakes are necessary, you're halfway there, no you cannot eat, only four more days, nothing after midnight, only drink clear liquids and you're doing great?
I know it's been a long time since I've posted on my blog. Facebook has replaced a lot of my blogging time. I'm not sure that's a good thing, so I thought I would try to get back into the swing of blogging. Yesterday was quiet, but I enjoyed the day a great deal. I cooked a turkey breast and as the smell filled my home so did the memories of past Thanksgivings.
Mom, Dad, Deanna and Terry called just as they sat down for dinner. It was nice to know that tradition carried on regardless of how many of us could make it home. I completed my day with a little scrapbooking and I took in a movie called "Blind Side". The movie was very good and was based on a true story. I recommend seeing it.
This morning I went to JCPenney's at 6:00 am - NOT A TRADITION, nor will it become one. I had some shopping left to do, however and the sales were too good to pass up. I was only there for an hour and I have to say it wasn't that bad. The checkout lines were relatively short and it was still early enough either people weren't quite awake or they just weren't tired enough to be grumpy. Either way, it was enjoyable.
I hope everyone else had a good Thanksgiving with lots of family and/or friends surrounding them. We are officially into the Christmas season, one of my favorite holidays.
My summer, like many of yours, want by fast. I don't usually vacation much in the summer so I can go in the fall. This year it just worked out differently. In June I went to my cousin's wedding. I drove across Montana to see my sister and her family at the end of July (2,300 miles round trip). In August my sisters came to visit me, as many of you already know. We spent four days at Wallowa Lake, very relaxing!!!! I had a great summer, but I can honestly say I'm ready for fall, my favorite time of each year. Enjoy Round-up for those of you in Pendleton. Maybe you'll see another post or two from me before the year has ended.......
The weather did a 180 today. Everything is melting, the streets are a mess, but that didn't stop the girls. It took Ronda 9 tries to get to the Interstate (Meacham is still getting snow), others put it in 4-wheel drive to get around town and I slid down the hill to get to our girl gathering. Kirsten (12/31) and I (12/28) are celebrating birthdays. Always fun to get together to visit (we don't do it often enough). I couldn't get back to my house afterward so Carla gave me a ride (thanks Carla).
