My goodness, it was ages ago since I posted something here in blog land, so here is a catchup post which is not in any particular order.
First the weather, it has turned cold, where I live there is not much snow, however, only 20 miles or so areas from me have received substantial amounts. Then it warms up and rains, you guessed it slush, then gets cold again with icy conditions on the roads. We do have a good service of keeping the roads clear, starting with bus routes first, then highly travelled roads and streets, last are the subdivisions or streets less traveled, It's winter in Canada and I don't look forward to this time of the year.
After having to go to a city north of where I live, my car was a mess so had to give it a good wash. I try and do that often during the winter as the salt which is put on the roads, does not do the body of the car much good.
It's cloudy today, no significant weather forecast, temp -2*C, this will be the high reading for most of the next seven days, with one night going down to -13*C certainly not the norm for this time of the year.
Last week it was very very windy and the direction of it caused a seiche on lake Erie. The levels near where I live receded 6 to 8 feet. Photo's show enormous waves, looking both awesome and dangerous at the same time.
Had lunch with two past coworkers and having another lunch with six different past coworkers this coming Friday.
Happy hour Friday's and the last Friday of November was pot luck dinner.
Went to the theatre and dinner with my ex's friends, and a lovely evening was had by all.
There was a town hall meeting with the owner of the building I live in, in which we were informed about the swimming pool that will be ready for next summer, a library will be installed in our common room, etc, etc. Residents also advised about issues they were having, which we were told would be rectified.
Connected to a couple of long lost friends. Visited them early in the afternoon, invited to stay for dinner, chatted and chatted some more and home at 10:00 p.m. Had a lovely visit catching up with all of their news and telling them mine. We will get together again soon.
Had a Dr. appointment, all fine there.
Today, is our holiday pot luck lunch with my quilting guild. After we have eaten we will be doing a crafty project, sounds like fun.
Saturday, is our Secret Santa gift exchange upstairs. We always have a great time at this event, so looking forward to it. New this year is a ugly sweater contest, I couldn't justify the cost of buying one so made my own. Snacks are also included.
If you look at all of my coming and goings food seems to be quite common, doesn't it. Can you see a DIET starting on January 2nd ?? I can.
Christmas shopping done for three of my great grands, only five more to go, but they are easy gifts. I have had to reduce my gift giving during the past few years, just too many family members to buy for. Put an age limit of under 18 years, so only give eight grands gifts. Christmas is for children.
I have a lot of fabric in my sewing room, so thinking about making a new quilt for the youngest in the family as they were all given one when they were born. They now need a new one for their bigger beds. Hopefully, they will all be done for the great grands for next Christmas.
Retrieved my Christmas decorations from my downstairs locker, I don't put up a tree any more, however, do make my apartment look festive with lights and numerous Christmassy items I have collected over time. I started doing that yesterday, will likely finished it off this weekend.
My sister had her family Christmas get together last weekend, early I know but necessary due to several circumstances. If the roads are safe I will visit her on Sunday.
Time to get moving and get ready for my lunch outing today.
Have a great day.
Cheers.
