tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post3840564303727072474..comments2024-03-28T18:58:47.880-07:00Comments on creative savv: A summer excursion and cost comparisonsLilihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13292553654219380455noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-15930839326524934202015-06-29T08:59:48.473-07:002015-06-29T08:59:48.473-07:00Thank you Lili...this man loves his work more than...Thank you Lili...this man loves his work more than anything in life, sad to say. We breakdown into an argument when I beg him not to go outside. He says without his work he doesn't care about anything. This gets me so mad because he doesn't care about consequences and who is left picking up all the pieces. Yup, I have to remind myself not to get too emotional, despite the wait and pain, and his stubborn irrationality.<br /><br />YHFAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-49554772494000403432015-06-29T06:32:48.710-07:002015-06-29T06:32:48.710-07:00YHF, I can imagine how difficult this is, the wait...YHF, I can imagine how difficult this is, the waiting and not knowing. That's amazing that he is still wanting to work in the yard, despite his pain. Take care of yourself, too, throughout this.Lilihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13292553654219380455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-20030881696014162502015-06-27T07:12:34.869-07:002015-06-27T07:12:34.869-07:00Anne, what a loving legacy your father has left yo...Anne, what a loving legacy your father has left you in the abundance of fond memories:) I am sorry for your loss.<br /><br />Teresanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-81124317766843678612015-06-27T07:07:42.897-07:002015-06-27T07:07:42.897-07:00I grew up in a home where my grandparents and maid...I grew up in a home where my grandparents and maiden aunt would share items they picked up inexpensively and extra food they had cooked. My parents did the same with foods like blueberries, fish and mushrooms that we had access to. Teresanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-13215623280595452572015-06-26T11:38:55.692-07:002015-06-26T11:38:55.692-07:00Thank you Sara and Lili. I will miss Dad always, ...Thank you Sara and Lili. I will miss Dad always, but I am at peace.Anne in the kitchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01533249631969001657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-14755003999367617962015-06-26T07:54:52.102-07:002015-06-26T07:54:52.102-07:00I can just picture what a wonderful, special outin...I can just picture what a wonderful, special outing this will be with your twin daughters...since they will soon enter their individual adult lives. They can look back fondly on this day spent together with mom before they left their family's nest to seek their own. I'm sure this day will hold special memories for you too. I wish I was more sentimental to plan and celebrate occasions, but I will have a lot of stuff made as my legacy lol...including bean patties. The other night our daughter called to say she's out of bean patties and of course there are several bags of patties in the freezer ready and waiting...it is comforting for me to share these patties with my children since I know they are too busy to their own from dried beans.<br /><br />YHFAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-88062610241239843532015-06-26T07:33:54.521-07:002015-06-26T07:33:54.521-07:00Lili, your thoughts and prayers are so comforting....Lili, your thoughts and prayers are so comforting...and while he seems to be in considerably less pain, I found out yesterday that he is losing feeling in his toes (although my dad said it is an infection). We have been waiting patiently for HMSA to reconsider their earlier denial on having an MRI test done. Our doctor said he will confer with a neurologist last week Monday. No word back about that or even a courtesy reply to my call this past Monday (asked for the status on the appeal and neurologist).. I know the doctor is very busy, but the wait to even get a diagnosis is insane. My dad has been with this physician since the 80s and he was our doctor since we were married but later switched to Kaiser after moving to Portland. So not that we are new patients. Sometimes I think the long delay is because of his age, 92, already we were told by this doctor and the ER doctor that it will be hard to find a surgeon to operate at his age. I am relieved though that his pain has gone down, that was almost unbearable to watch. Now my problem is trying to keep him from over doing, twice he attempted to return to his work in the yard, crawling on his fours. He can at least bathe without too much pain.<br /><br />YHFAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-9250477479757400662015-06-26T06:29:25.228-07:002015-06-26T06:29:25.228-07:00Hi Linda,
I do remember the Princess M! Now that w...Hi Linda,<br />I do remember the Princess M! Now that would be another great trip to take sometime, up to Victoria! How nice to have memories of the trip with your Mother! And I totally understand the issue about not having a car, there. You were completely at the mercy of public transportation schedules.<br />When I think about how limited our time would be if we only took buses, it only makes sense if we really didn't want a lot of time in Poulsbo.<br /><br />Oh yes, this is right up your alley -- my kids and I spent an entire day, 3 years ago, traipsing through the second-hand stores. Even my son enjoyed that. There was greater variety in items in those stores, than what I find locally in second-hand stores.Lilihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13292553654219380455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-91042084285804196122015-06-26T06:23:09.981-07:002015-06-26T06:23:09.981-07:00Hi Anne,
I'm very sorry to hear of your dad pa...Hi Anne,<br />I'm very sorry to hear of your dad passing away. Sending hugs and prayers for comfort.<br /><br />What a lovely memory from your childhood! It is amazing what children remember with such fondness. You're right about attitude when doing these things with family. The right attitude is what sets the tone for a wonderful memory later.<br /><br />We will be doing this with gusto!<br /><br />Thanks for your insights, Anne. And again, I am so sorry for your loss.Lilihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13292553654219380455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-8152891177533086772015-06-26T06:16:49.014-07:002015-06-26T06:16:49.014-07:00Hi YHF,
I had't thought of the fatigue that ta...Hi YHF,<br />I had't thought of the fatigue that taking public buses could add. Plus, if the weather happens to be very warm that day, a hot, sticky bus is would be no fun.<br /><br />I was thinking about your father the other day, and hoping he was doing better, and that the doctors knew more about what's ailing him. I am so sorry he is still having so much pain. I'll continue to keep him in my prayers.<br /><br />Thanks for your input -- it looks like I have a loooong time to plan this, as my daughters told me they won't be taking time off until early August! Here I was hoping to get away with them in the next few weeks!Lilihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13292553654219380455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-21570074724915765112015-06-26T06:11:28.491-07:002015-06-26T06:11:28.491-07:00Hi Teresa,
I think putting aside money every month...Hi Teresa,<br />I think putting aside money every month for these little luxuries like travel is very important. It gives us the freedom to make a trip, either just for fun, or when something like a wedding pops up. And it keeps us focused on our own mindfulness in our choices. <br /><br />4 family weddings is a lot, in just 5 years. So good for you to have been saving ahead of the events! I hope you and your husband really enjoy this upcoming wedding!<br /><br />Right now, my daughters are reluctant to take too much of their time-off for a trip, and are leaning towards just a long, one-day excursion. They only get a handful of days they can take off between now and classes resuming. And as their work is hard, physical work, they mostly want to rest. But a one-day trip is sounding fun to them.Lilihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13292553654219380455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-60246199311227128692015-06-26T06:05:17.400-07:002015-06-26T06:05:17.400-07:00Hi Jo Ann,
Oh no! Increase in health insurance is ...Hi Jo Ann,<br />Oh no! Increase in health insurance is the pits. Are there any other plans that would work equally well for you, but more affordable?<br /><br />It's been 2 years, next month, since our income was cut. It has only come up ever so slightly. We're managing. I hope some of my old posts have been helpful in some way.Lilihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13292553654219380455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-89215371909688420152015-06-25T17:43:17.831-07:002015-06-25T17:43:17.831-07:00I say drive your car. Years ago my mother and I vi...I say drive your car. Years ago my mother and I visited Victoria BC (do you remember the Princess Margarette?) We had a great time but both agreed it would have been better to have our own transportation so we could come and go as we pleased instead of depending on public transportation schedules.<br />PS I volunteer to go as your chauffer. It sounds like a great excursion. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-89556935005686037742015-06-25T16:52:38.177-07:002015-06-25T16:52:38.177-07:00That's beautiful, Anne. Thank you for sharing...That's beautiful, Anne. Thank you for sharing that, and God bless your family at this time. Sara Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-64999198966178734322015-06-25T12:38:41.103-07:002015-06-25T12:38:41.103-07:00I will not chime in on any of your options, but wi...I will not chime in on any of your options, but will share what I just had the privilege of experiencing. My parents were very frugal and did not ever waste money, but they never kept frugality keep them from enjoying life. They seemed to know what was worth spending money on vs. what was just spending.<br />My dad died 2 weeks ago and I was able to spend so much time with both him and my mother in the months prior to his death. In all the conversations we had, no one ever mentioned the excess spent on this or that trip or event (though they both talked about saving and skimping to be able to make things "happen") What we all laughed about and remembered were times that stood out because of things that were not ordinary. For example: when I was 5 we went to see Holiday on Ice (first unusual event) and both my sister and I got a souvenir (2nd unusual event) and picked up hamburgers for supper on the way home (3rd unusual event) Now, over 50 years later we both remember that day vividly. When we talked with Mom and Dad about it they laughed at how long it took them to save for that day, but what they remembered most was how giddy and excited their 2 little girls were. <br />I guess the only thing I am sharing here is sometimes in our pursuit of saving money we forget that buying memories can be priceless also.<br />Whichever you choose do the day with gusto!Anne in the kitchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01533249631969001657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-76498293398631194012015-06-25T10:30:39.157-07:002015-06-25T10:30:39.157-07:00Personally, I would choose #2, taking your car on ...Personally, I would choose #2, taking your car on the ferry, as you already mentioned not a bad deal considering the additional time taking public transportation and the inconvenience of not having a car to carry the extra coffee and snacks/thrift store finds. Also, taking the public transportation may add fatigue to a day's excursion, unless the scenery along the way is part of the experience. Plus, get there fast and take it slow lol!!<br /><br />I'm having a pretty good week so far...my dad is not in as much pain although he still cannot sit and walk. I finally am slipping back to my old routine as well, and had the patience to finally look at some sales ads, coupons, and after almost a month last night I picked up crocheting again. Must be things are getting better.<br /><br />YHFAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-6773527600316617532015-06-25T08:36:49.810-07:002015-06-25T08:36:49.810-07:00But I also like the idea of very full,day with my...But I also like the idea of very full,day with my car.<br />We are going to,a family wedding next weekend, we are flying in and my husband said "Why don't we go to,the mountains where we had our honeymoon." I seriously looked into it as you had done. In the end Imsaid there were many places I was saving to visit and the money would be better spent on a future trip.<br />I have started to plan an amount for travel that I save every month. This has helped over the past 5 years and 4 family weddings. It makes it more concrete and I find I am more mindful for what I will pay for and what I am willing to forgo or adjust in the experience.Teresanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-803211842807131142015-06-25T08:30:48.402-07:002015-06-25T08:30:48.402-07:00I like the idea of spending some time with my fami...I like the idea of spending some time with my family and so would consider that for staying overnight.I know planning an event with family members can become quite detailed, they have such busy schedules.<br />I would opt to keep my car, go early, pack my own coffee and water.I might eat out for lunch.I would make sure the activities everyone wanted to do were planned first. My daughters and I hit consignment and thrift store everywhere we travel.So...I would stay overnight if I thought that they and I would enjoy a day of thrifting and conversation. Not sure I could get mine to schedule two,days at separate times.<br />What is your family leaning towards?<br /><br /><br /><br />Teresanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-16441101975567488192015-06-25T08:13:10.105-07:002015-06-25T08:13:10.105-07:00Hi Lili,
Whatever you decide, it sounds like a lo...Hi Lili, <br />Whatever you decide, it sounds like a lovely trip! I think you can combine planning and spontaneity to an extent. ; )<br />I appreciate your way of thinking and planning even more these days, as I just got notice of the price increase for my health insurance. I've been revisiting your posts from back in summer of 2013, when you had the drop in income.<br />Jo AnnAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-51842399066205421942015-06-25T07:18:04.533-07:002015-06-25T07:18:04.533-07:00Hi Deb,
You bring up a very good point -- I do pre...Hi Deb,<br />You bring up a very good point -- I do prefer sleeping in my very own bed. I would need to gain something in order to give that up. Thanks for mentioning that! The more I think about it, the less appealing an overnight trip sounds. I think we would get the most enjoyment on that first day, anyway. <br /><br />Thanks for your input!Lilihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13292553654219380455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-34397704953974153642015-06-25T07:15:25.544-07:002015-06-25T07:15:25.544-07:00Hi live and learn,
I was trying to think of th las...Hi live and learn,<br />I was trying to think of th last time I went someplace on a whim! Eeek! Not since early spring, when I suggested to 2 family members that we take our lunches to the beach. I guess I am more of a planner. I should try to step outside my tight, little pre-planned box from time to time. A little spontaneity might do me some good. Thanks for mentioning that! <br /><br />Lilihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13292553654219380455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-3849293755420770302015-06-25T05:22:46.216-07:002015-06-25T05:22:46.216-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Debhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09270850775027412260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-15971191537026980112015-06-25T05:22:37.646-07:002015-06-25T05:22:37.646-07:00OMGosh! You plan like I do and I would do the day ...OMGosh! You plan like I do and I would do the day trip as I really love my own bed and 10 hrs would be more than enough.Debhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09270850775027412260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4055690688282230469.post-15693507389524029512015-06-25T04:43:33.814-07:002015-06-25T04:43:33.814-07:00I also like to plan, but as I have gotten older, I...I also like to plan, but as I have gotten older, I've tried to add some spontaneity to our outings. I think that's something I need more of, and learning to be spontaneous I think has helped me grow in other ways. But in the end, I like to have a plan so I don't waste either money or time. <br /><br />And you have talked me and I think yourself into the plan of taking your car to the Pouslbo. Sounds like a wonderful day.Live and Learnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13493777474885053903noreply@blogger.com