October 2, 2007
I had to go to the dentist yesterday. He gave me two choices---glue the tooth back on that came out last week or have a root canal done.
I chose to have the root canal done.
I went to the dentist at 2:45 and didn't get home until 5:30.
I traveled about 20 minutes in a pouring down rain to have it done.
It is still very sore.
I have been eating soup and canned fruit.
I have to go back next Monday for him to put my mouth full of gooop. He is going to put a tooth on my partial and fix the bottom one with a new tooth. He thinks he can use the same set of partials that I have.
Anyway, the root canal cost me $595.00.
I think the work I have to have done yet, is going to cost me at least $800.00 to $1ooo.00.
Oh well, it is just money.
Steve and I went to a North Linden reunion, which was at our church, in the multi-purpose room. We didn't stay for the catered meal. Neither one of us saw anyone we knew.
So glad we didn't pay the $10.00 for each one of us. Royce, Barb, Donna Cheeseman Braidic, Linda Arthur was there helping in the kitchen. I never saw so many fat people. They made me feel pretty good. Ha.
We played cards tonight. They just left.
Until the next time I remain "The Smith Matriarch."
Love to everyone.
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Trip to the dentist
Hello everyone,
I made a trip to the dentist this morning. Had to be there at 8:45. The dentist assistant cleaned my teeth. I had ask for a consultation when I made the appointment. When he came in, he found what was troubling me. The tooth that the partial hooks onto, has been deteroirating, and has a cavity underneath. I have an appointment Octoaber 1. He isn't sure if I will have to have it filled or a root canal.
So I was up at 7:00, went to the dentist, came home and did some laundry and played cards until after 10:00. Needless to say, I am really tired.
I plan to sleep in tomorrow morning.
Have to take Bobby out at 1:30.
Go to church tomorrow evening.
Maybe get some rest on Thursday. Ha.
I need to get to bed.
Love to all,
I remain .The Smith Matriarch.
I made a trip to the dentist this morning. Had to be there at 8:45. The dentist assistant cleaned my teeth. I had ask for a consultation when I made the appointment. When he came in, he found what was troubling me. The tooth that the partial hooks onto, has been deteroirating, and has a cavity underneath. I have an appointment Octoaber 1. He isn't sure if I will have to have it filled or a root canal.
So I was up at 7:00, went to the dentist, came home and did some laundry and played cards until after 10:00. Needless to say, I am really tired.
I plan to sleep in tomorrow morning.
Have to take Bobby out at 1:30.
Go to church tomorrow evening.
Maybe get some rest on Thursday. Ha.
I need to get to bed.
Love to all,
I remain .The Smith Matriarch.
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Catching Up #2
Hello to everyone,
It has been a while since I wrote anything.
After reading Traci and Troy's blog, I feel so inadequate. But then,I never was one to even write a composition. I don't know how I passed English in high school. Ha.
I have been busy, as usual. Some times there just aren't enough hours in the day.
I am still driving Bobby wherever he wants to go. The newstand, the bank, CVS, and Krogers.
I got back in time to go to church for dinner and Bible Study. It was a very good lesson. We were in Acts 3 and 4. We should always be ready to speak about Jesus. It is important for us to do so.
Peter had just healed the crippled man who was sitting outside the Gate Beautiful. He asked for money and Peter told him he had none, "but what I have is better." The man immediately stood up, leaping, running to tell the others. He had been born that way--and he is forty years old. Members of the Sannhedrin could not say anything, because the crowds could see that the man had been healed.
It was a very interesting study. More in depth than I have described.
But we must be about our Father's business, ready and willing to tell the story of the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus. The sacrifice he made for mankind. Are you ready for His return?
I just read Traci's blog about Jonah missing his teacher and writing her a note.
He is so cute and growing up too fast.
I better sign off now. Got lots to do before I can go to bed.
I love each and every one of you
Grandma.
It has been a while since I wrote anything.
After reading Traci and Troy's blog, I feel so inadequate. But then,I never was one to even write a composition. I don't know how I passed English in high school. Ha.
I have been busy, as usual. Some times there just aren't enough hours in the day.
I am still driving Bobby wherever he wants to go. The newstand, the bank, CVS, and Krogers.
I got back in time to go to church for dinner and Bible Study. It was a very good lesson. We were in Acts 3 and 4. We should always be ready to speak about Jesus. It is important for us to do so.
Peter had just healed the crippled man who was sitting outside the Gate Beautiful. He asked for money and Peter told him he had none, "but what I have is better." The man immediately stood up, leaping, running to tell the others. He had been born that way--and he is forty years old. Members of the Sannhedrin could not say anything, because the crowds could see that the man had been healed.
It was a very interesting study. More in depth than I have described.
But we must be about our Father's business, ready and willing to tell the story of the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus. The sacrifice he made for mankind. Are you ready for His return?
I just read Traci's blog about Jonah missing his teacher and writing her a note.
He is so cute and growing up too fast.
I better sign off now. Got lots to do before I can go to bed.
I love each and every one of you
Grandma.
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Catching Up
Hello to everyone,
I realize I haven't been around for a while, but I have really been busy.
One of the most important things was attending our annual July Birthday Party.
It was just so much fun seeing everyone and watching all the little ones.
The food was absolutely delicious--Anna's favorite.
I baked a chocolate cake with chocolate icing for Lydia Ray to dig into. She had never had anything with sugar in it and it was so cute watching her as she finally realized it was something new.
Abby and Anna kept Jonah busy. The rest of us didn't see much of them. Ha.
We missed Troy, Ashley,Eric, Brittany, Jack and Steve's three girls.
Jon's mom and dad were there from Maryland.
Duncan and Mindy came in with a most delicious cheese cake.
After everyone left, Linda, Traci, Lydia and I went to Hobby Lobby, and you know how much I enjoy that.
The weekend before that, I was at Steve and Nita's for a cookout. There were several of their friends and Nita's side of the family there. We were all there to check out Carly's boy friend, Travis. I am sure it was a unanimous decision, saying he would make a very nice addition to the Smith clan.
The food was very delicious, as it always is, when I go to Steve's.
I am doing my usual job of taking Bobby to the store once a week and to Friendly's for dinner, maybe twice a week.
I am still playing Bingo every Friday night
Today, Royce, Barb, Virginia, Jay and I went to Grove City to have lunch with Ruth.
It was so nice seeing her again.
Eric called me yesterday to tell me their good news about the arrival of their new baby in March. That will be nine great-grandchildren. I am sure there is a possibility of having nine more. HA.
I was so pleased to hear he has a new job at Taylor University
I am hoping to see The Upland Smith's and Falder's sometime around the end of August.
I told Eric I was getting tired of seeing the animals and that he needed an update to his blog. And the said, "It's about time you are writing something."
Sooooo, that is the reason I am writing tonight. Sooooooo, Eric, it is your turn.
I'm sure my blogs are not as interesting as the the rest of you, but I do not have a digital camera.
I really do enjoy reading the rest of your blogs.
I think I better sign off now---it is almost 11:30 and time for me to settle down.
Love to all of you.
So until the next time, I remain,
The Smith Matriarch.
I realize I haven't been around for a while, but I have really been busy.
One of the most important things was attending our annual July Birthday Party.
It was just so much fun seeing everyone and watching all the little ones.
The food was absolutely delicious--Anna's favorite.
I baked a chocolate cake with chocolate icing for Lydia Ray to dig into. She had never had anything with sugar in it and it was so cute watching her as she finally realized it was something new.
Abby and Anna kept Jonah busy. The rest of us didn't see much of them. Ha.
We missed Troy, Ashley,Eric, Brittany, Jack and Steve's three girls.
Jon's mom and dad were there from Maryland.
Duncan and Mindy came in with a most delicious cheese cake.
After everyone left, Linda, Traci, Lydia and I went to Hobby Lobby, and you know how much I enjoy that.
The weekend before that, I was at Steve and Nita's for a cookout. There were several of their friends and Nita's side of the family there. We were all there to check out Carly's boy friend, Travis. I am sure it was a unanimous decision, saying he would make a very nice addition to the Smith clan.
The food was very delicious, as it always is, when I go to Steve's.
I am doing my usual job of taking Bobby to the store once a week and to Friendly's for dinner, maybe twice a week.
I am still playing Bingo every Friday night
Today, Royce, Barb, Virginia, Jay and I went to Grove City to have lunch with Ruth.
It was so nice seeing her again.
Eric called me yesterday to tell me their good news about the arrival of their new baby in March. That will be nine great-grandchildren. I am sure there is a possibility of having nine more. HA.
I was so pleased to hear he has a new job at Taylor University
I am hoping to see The Upland Smith's and Falder's sometime around the end of August.
I told Eric I was getting tired of seeing the animals and that he needed an update to his blog. And the said, "It's about time you are writing something."
Sooooo, that is the reason I am writing tonight. Sooooooo, Eric, it is your turn.
I'm sure my blogs are not as interesting as the the rest of you, but I do not have a digital camera.
I really do enjoy reading the rest of your blogs.
I think I better sign off now---it is almost 11:30 and time for me to settle down.
Love to all of you.
So until the next time, I remain,
The Smith Matriarch.
Thursday, April 26, 2007
Oklahoma
I have not recoveded from my trip yesterday. We had a bus load. Left the church at 8:30--it was raining--actually if was pouring. We got to Springboro at 11:00 to see La Comedia, which was showing Oklahoma. The music was beautiful, but I slept through most of the show.
The buffet was excellent. I loved the sweet potato casserole. We got home about 6:00 and went directly to the church for bible study. And another meal---lasagna and salad. I was pooped when we got home. It was a nice day anyway.
I forgot to tell you about Nancy coming to stay all night with me last Tuesday night, the 17th. We went to the Olive Garden for supper, on to church for bible study, and went to visit Steve. He had started to redecorate the kitchen. When he called me last night, he told me what he had been doing. I can hardly wait to see the results. Anyway, when Nancy and I got home, we played a game of Scrabble. It was the longest one we had ever played, thanks to Nancy trying to beat me. I did by one point. Ha. I really did enjoy her visit and hope she can come again.
The buffet was excellent. I loved the sweet potato casserole. We got home about 6:00 and went directly to the church for bible study. And another meal---lasagna and salad. I was pooped when we got home. It was a nice day anyway.
I forgot to tell you about Nancy coming to stay all night with me last Tuesday night, the 17th. We went to the Olive Garden for supper, on to church for bible study, and went to visit Steve. He had started to redecorate the kitchen. When he called me last night, he told me what he had been doing. I can hardly wait to see the results. Anyway, when Nancy and I got home, we played a game of Scrabble. It was the longest one we had ever played, thanks to Nancy trying to beat me. I did by one point. Ha. I really did enjoy her visit and hope she can come again.
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
Visit
I had a wonderful Tuesday.
What is it that sparked my day?
Wendy called in the afternoon and asked me if I had anything planned for the evening. Of course, I didn't. She came about 5:30 with the girls and subs. It was a short visit, mostly because I took too long to eat. I am a slow eater.
We went outside for them to play volley ball. When we came in, Wendy wanted to do something to help me out. I didn't want her to do it---but she insisted. She cleaned my bath tub. I was so grateful, because that is the hardest thing for me to do in my apartment.
And Wendy is so sweet.
I reall did enjoy their visit and look forward to many more times like the one I had yesterday.
Thanks again Wendy, Abby and Anna.
I love you.
What is it that sparked my day?
Wendy called in the afternoon and asked me if I had anything planned for the evening. Of course, I didn't. She came about 5:30 with the girls and subs. It was a short visit, mostly because I took too long to eat. I am a slow eater.
We went outside for them to play volley ball. When we came in, Wendy wanted to do something to help me out. I didn't want her to do it---but she insisted. She cleaned my bath tub. I was so grateful, because that is the hardest thing for me to do in my apartment.
And Wendy is so sweet.
I reall did enjoy their visit and look forward to many more times like the one I had yesterday.
Thanks again Wendy, Abby and Anna.
I love you.
Monday, March 26, 2007
Bedtime
Well hello to everyone,
I am getting to bed earlier tonight. I am tired and haven't done a thing today.
I just finished watching the latest "blogs." I really do enjoy what the rest of you have to say.
I love the pictures that are attached. They keep me up to date on what is going on.
Goodnight from "The Matriarch.
I am getting to bed earlier tonight. I am tired and haven't done a thing today.
I just finished watching the latest "blogs." I really do enjoy what the rest of you have to say.
I love the pictures that are attached. They keep me up to date on what is going on.
Goodnight from "The Matriarch.
Thursday, March 15, 2007
Basketball
It is now 2:05 on Friday morning. I have been watching basketball since noon on Thursday.
I have been checking my picks--me thinks I am not doing so good. But that is what happens when you GAMBLE. But it is fun.
Right now my eyes are almost shut and I can hardly see what I am doing.
I'll definitely be sleeping in this morning.
I don't have anything to do until 6:30 tonight. I'll be watching the games until 6:30 and catch up up on them when I get back to my apartment about 9:00. And then, I'll be up late again.
I'll be bugeyed by the time they are over.
Until I "blog" the next time I remain "The Smith Matriarch."
I have been checking my picks--me thinks I am not doing so good. But that is what happens when you GAMBLE. But it is fun.
Right now my eyes are almost shut and I can hardly see what I am doing.
I'll definitely be sleeping in this morning.
I don't have anything to do until 6:30 tonight. I'll be watching the games until 6:30 and catch up up on them when I get back to my apartment about 9:00. And then, I'll be up late again.
I'll be bugeyed by the time they are over.
Until I "blog" the next time I remain "The Smith Matriarch."
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
Tired Day
I just got back today, after being gone for over a week. I had a wonderful weekend with Linda, Fred, Traci, Jonah and Lydia. Tracie took me to Perrysburg to meet Nancy and I was there until today, March 13.
Thursday night Roge, Nancy and I went to Celina. I don't know if it was in Ohio or Indiana. We met Eric, Brittany and Jack for dinner to celebrate Eric's birthday. We had a wonderful meal. Roge picked up the tab and wouldn't let me pay my share. Ha,
On Friday night night, Nancy and I drove to Lima to pick Roge up, and headed for Chicago. It was late when we arrived and went to bed shortly after. I slept in and felt great when I got up.
Scott asked me if I wanted to play a game of Scrabble, and of course, I am always ready for that.
We finished in time to watch the Ohio State basketball game, and my day was complete when they won and became Big Ten Champs. Oh, by the way, I won the Scrabble game.
Later in the evening we played poker with Scott's new outfit of poker chips. There was no money involved and Nancy ended up with all of chips. Ha.
We got back to Bluffton about 7:30 I think---tired and ready for bed.
Nancy and I played several games of Scrabble--I think she was the winner.
And now it is Tuesday. Nancy met Steve to bring me back to Columbus. Actually it is now Wednesday at 1:11p.m. and I really tired now.
I had a wonderful time with each and every one. I got to see all of my "great" ones except Abby and Anna.
Hopefully, I'll get to see them soon.
As always, I remain "The Smith Matriarch."
Thursday night Roge, Nancy and I went to Celina. I don't know if it was in Ohio or Indiana. We met Eric, Brittany and Jack for dinner to celebrate Eric's birthday. We had a wonderful meal. Roge picked up the tab and wouldn't let me pay my share. Ha,
On Friday night night, Nancy and I drove to Lima to pick Roge up, and headed for Chicago. It was late when we arrived and went to bed shortly after. I slept in and felt great when I got up.
Scott asked me if I wanted to play a game of Scrabble, and of course, I am always ready for that.
We finished in time to watch the Ohio State basketball game, and my day was complete when they won and became Big Ten Champs. Oh, by the way, I won the Scrabble game.
Later in the evening we played poker with Scott's new outfit of poker chips. There was no money involved and Nancy ended up with all of chips. Ha.
We got back to Bluffton about 7:30 I think---tired and ready for bed.
Nancy and I played several games of Scrabble--I think she was the winner.
And now it is Tuesday. Nancy met Steve to bring me back to Columbus. Actually it is now Wednesday at 1:11p.m. and I really tired now.
I had a wonderful time with each and every one. I got to see all of my "great" ones except Abby and Anna.
Hopefully, I'll get to see them soon.
As always, I remain "The Smith Matriarch."
Monday, February 26, 2007
The Smith Matriarch
Hello,
I finally figured out how to post on my site.
It is 3:00 in the morning and I am still up. I took a nap after the ball game and I'm not sleepy.
Traci, I finally figured out where I found the "Davy." I explained it to you in an email. Do you remember putting it on a blog? It is an adorable picture of Lydia. It covers the whole screen.
I just checked in to Alex and Tricia's blog and found the picture of things from the Falder home.
That was really something.
Did Mike get any more pictures of Jonah while he was there? I would love to see some pictures of the surrounding area where they lived.
Guess I better go---I am finally getting sleepy.
I guess as "The Smith Matriarch," I am entitled to go to bed and get up when I want to. Love to everyone.
I finally figured out how to post on my site.
It is 3:00 in the morning and I am still up. I took a nap after the ball game and I'm not sleepy.
Traci, I finally figured out where I found the "Davy." I explained it to you in an email. Do you remember putting it on a blog? It is an adorable picture of Lydia. It covers the whole screen.
I just checked in to Alex and Tricia's blog and found the picture of things from the Falder home.
That was really something.
Did Mike get any more pictures of Jonah while he was there? I would love to see some pictures of the surrounding area where they lived.
Guess I better go---I am finally getting sleepy.
I guess as "The Smith Matriarch," I am entitled to go to bed and get up when I want to. Love to everyone.
Thursday, February 22, 2007
Hello to everyone,
I went to the doctor today. He lanced my ear drum, drained fluid off it and put a tube in.
At first he asked me if I wanted to hear right away and of course I said yes. Soooooo, he wants to do surgery on me. I asked if it would hurt and he said only a second. After it was over, he said he over exaggerates sometime.
But, wheeeeeeeee, I can hear again.
I don't hear the pounding of my pulse in the ear. What a relief. He gave me a prescription for Amoxicillin 875mg. He said that should help my sinus. And another tiny bottle of ear drops to put in twice a day.
After being in for almost three weeks, it was good to get out. It was very cold with 30-40 mile winds.
Steve was a real trooper. I know he hates to shop, so while they were filling the prescriptions, I stocked up pretty good. I really do appreciate the things he does for me. I just don't bother him unless it is absolutely necessary.
Thank goodness I can drive again. I haven't seen my car for some time now. I don't know if it is snow covered or if it will start.
Thanks for all your prayers and concerns.
I love all of you.
I went to the doctor today. He lanced my ear drum, drained fluid off it and put a tube in.
At first he asked me if I wanted to hear right away and of course I said yes. Soooooo, he wants to do surgery on me. I asked if it would hurt and he said only a second. After it was over, he said he over exaggerates sometime.
But, wheeeeeeeee, I can hear again.
I don't hear the pounding of my pulse in the ear. What a relief. He gave me a prescription for Amoxicillin 875mg. He said that should help my sinus. And another tiny bottle of ear drops to put in twice a day.
After being in for almost three weeks, it was good to get out. It was very cold with 30-40 mile winds.
Steve was a real trooper. I know he hates to shop, so while they were filling the prescriptions, I stocked up pretty good. I really do appreciate the things he does for me. I just don't bother him unless it is absolutely necessary.
Thank goodness I can drive again. I haven't seen my car for some time now. I don't know if it is snow covered or if it will start.
Thanks for all your prayers and concerns.
I love all of you.
Wednesday, February 21, 2007
It is 7:41 as I write this on February 21st.
I have been up and down all night coughing my head off. I postponed my trip to the doctor yesterday. Rescheduled Thursday. I just didn't feel like going. I'll let you know what the doctor says.
It is a foggy morning--looks almost like a ghost flying around. I don't usually complain about the weather--you can't do anything about it, but I am definitely looking forward to SPRING.
I am praying for little Nora to be a lot better today.
I am looking forward to Ohio State basketball tonight. Wisconsin lost to Michigan State last night, so OSU should definitely be No. 1 in both polls. Hope they beat Penn State tonight.
Have a blogging good day.
I remain The Smith Matriarch.
Love to everyone,
Mother/Grandma.
I have been up and down all night coughing my head off. I postponed my trip to the doctor yesterday. Rescheduled Thursday. I just didn't feel like going. I'll let you know what the doctor says.
It is a foggy morning--looks almost like a ghost flying around. I don't usually complain about the weather--you can't do anything about it, but I am definitely looking forward to SPRING.
I am praying for little Nora to be a lot better today.
I am looking forward to Ohio State basketball tonight. Wisconsin lost to Michigan State last night, so OSU should definitely be No. 1 in both polls. Hope they beat Penn State tonight.
Have a blogging good day.
I remain The Smith Matriarch.
Love to everyone,
Mother/Grandma.
Sunday, February 18, 2007
Hello to everyone,
I am online tonight for the first time today. I didn't get to church again this morning. I have acquired another cold and coughing again. I am supposed to go to the doctor on Tuesday and was hoping to drive myself so I wouldn't have to bother Steve. But, my car is snowed in and hasn't been started for over two weeks.
I got my shower, ate breakfast and read my bible, watched Ohio State play, had company for an hour, played Sudoku in the Sunday paper (which Fred and Linda gave me for Christmas)and worked the crossword puzzle and the Cryptoquote.
I watched a really crazy movie and now I am blogging.
I hope this one shows up. If it does't, I think I will quit trying. I'll just enjoy what the rest of you have to say.
I am praying Nora responds to the medication. Poor little baby, I feel so sorry for her, after seeing her eye last night.
Gotta go--it is 12:45, so better get to bed.
I love you, Grandma.
I am online tonight for the first time today. I didn't get to church again this morning. I have acquired another cold and coughing again. I am supposed to go to the doctor on Tuesday and was hoping to drive myself so I wouldn't have to bother Steve. But, my car is snowed in and hasn't been started for over two weeks.
I got my shower, ate breakfast and read my bible, watched Ohio State play, had company for an hour, played Sudoku in the Sunday paper (which Fred and Linda gave me for Christmas)and worked the crossword puzzle and the Cryptoquote.
I watched a really crazy movie and now I am blogging.
I hope this one shows up. If it does't, I think I will quit trying. I'll just enjoy what the rest of you have to say.
I am praying Nora responds to the medication. Poor little baby, I feel so sorry for her, after seeing her eye last night.
Gotta go--it is 12:45, so better get to bed.
I love you, Grandma.
Saturday, February 17, 2007
Thursday, February 8, 2007
The Smith Matriarch
I had seriously thought of starting a blog, after I received one from Traci. I loved reading hers every day. Sooooooo, here I am and don't know where to start.
Last Saturday night I was sitting in the living room, and all of a sudden, I got a terrible ear ache.
I started coughing, and I think that was what caused my ear drum to burst and started bleeding.
I suffered through the weekend, called my doctor, got an appointment, and he sent me to an ENT. My countertop looks like a pharmacy. I am completely deaf in my left ear. He said it would heal itself.
I have not been out since Monday, but don't mind it at all with the cold weather. I have been catching up on some reading.
My blogs may not be as interesting as the others but Ii'll have fun doing it.
It is 12:10 so better get to bed.
Until the next time, I remain your MATRIARCH.
Love, Mother/Grandma.
Last Saturday night I was sitting in the living room, and all of a sudden, I got a terrible ear ache.
I started coughing, and I think that was what caused my ear drum to burst and started bleeding.
I suffered through the weekend, called my doctor, got an appointment, and he sent me to an ENT. My countertop looks like a pharmacy. I am completely deaf in my left ear. He said it would heal itself.
I have not been out since Monday, but don't mind it at all with the cold weather. I have been catching up on some reading.
My blogs may not be as interesting as the others but Ii'll have fun doing it.
It is 12:10 so better get to bed.
Until the next time, I remain your MATRIARCH.
Love, Mother/Grandma.
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