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Sunday, July 26, 2026

What to do? What to do?

It's Sunday and I really like Sundays... not sure why... just do. Maybe because subconsciously I know that there can be no appointments or commitments for the most part. Sure, we can have family plans on Sunday, but somehow that isn't a problem. Family is family.

But mostly, Sundays are quiet. DH talks to his brother every Sunday and I generally plan a Sunday dinner... not anything fancy, but perhaps better than during the week... or just different. 

I also posted yesterday, so this is an extra... sorry. 

It's one of those mornings where I've already mopped the upstairs (grandson moved into his best friend's new place recently - and yes, we miss him! - and the upstairs is now empty). I already texted friends inviting them to dinner later this week, and am now in the process of making chicken enchilada pie (easier and faster than tortillas) for our dinner this evening.


finished pie


It's too hot to walk outside and the Senior Center isn't open on Sundays. So besides reading, I'm looking for things to do. There are many, but as you know, you have to 'feel like' doing it... and that's not always the case. I could file things away in the office or do some de-cluttering... but don't feel like doing that.

I've been wanting to start crocheting and knitting again. It's been so long that I wonder if I remember how. I did start crocheting... just single and double crochet... to get my memory back. Don't even know what it will be (if anything).



Texted with a friend in New Orleans yesterday evening. She's alone, her husband had dementia and passed away several years ago. She has one daughter who is ill and no other family. She's lonely and I worry about her...  

I'm still on soft foods as my mouth is still sore from the dental procedure Thursday, but it's a good excuse to eat puddings, yogurt, and ice-cream!!

Haven't picked up the pencil or the brush in over a year due to the eye situation. But may think about giving that a try. 

This is such a rambling post that I may not even publish it...

The critters in our yard are more numerous than ever. Perhaps the heat has driven them to our sanctuary. There's always water, food and shade here. 



I fear the neighbors (some don't care for any wildlife) might begin to complain as the number of crows and squirrels in the front yard are increasing. We've had as many as 10 crows and 6 squirrels in the morning waiting for their peanuts.



This isn't a good pic as Shadow (cat) is moving, so it's blurry. But it shows how the cat and turtles eat together and don't seem to mind each other. And here's one of a family of raccoons asking for treats at the kitchen door.

such sweet little faces...


Ok... guess I'd better close this. Hope I didn't bore you too much with my ramblings (truthfully, you should be use to it by now). Hope you had a good weekend and stayed out of the heat. 

Hugs (virtually),

Rian








11 comments:

  1. Rian I'm very sorry I didn't see this until just now, my blog-feed which is supposed to notify me of new posts on blogs I follow is not working! I only saw this because I wandered over here to reread your last one! Anyway it's Monday evening now so I take it you found things to do. I felt just the same way yesterday so I went for a walk but it was so hot and muggy, I cut it short. Anyway, that is sweet about missing your grandson, and I couldn't stop smiling at your frisky feral family. You have such a good heart. ๐Ÿ™‚❤️๐Ÿงก๐Ÿ’›

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    1. There's always things to do, Dug... just have to have the motivation. Walking outside in this heat is not an option. But we did walk at the Senior Center this morning (Monday). And we do miss our grandson. He moved in here when he was 18-19 and is now 27... but I know it's good for him to experience the independence.

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  2. My posts are frequently a ramble, so I don't mind reading others as well.
    I think it is so interesting that the wildlife comes so readily to your home. It's clear you have an affinity for the creatures.

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    1. Mae, I think animals are not stupid (I mean... some are - just like humans). But they know how to trust (maybe some better than humans). I studied animal science at LSU and have always felt close to them... maybe they sense this? Thanks for reading my ramblings.

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  3. i love sundays because for some reason, they always feel special. i also like sundays because we don't get any mail. i used to love the mail. now i get my moms mail, his moms mail and all our mail and it all = work for me!! i hope you found something fun to do, the chicken enchilada pie looks good and sounds like a good idea!!

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    1. Debbie, you should try the chicken enchilada pie... much easier to put the ingredients into a pie shell then wrapping each tortilla.

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  4. I just found your blog and I hope you ramble on! I love your sense of humor.

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    1. Thanks, Anonymous... do you have a name?

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  5. I hope things are totally cooling down for you Rian. It's hot here in Hawaii too. My daughter lives in Illinois and she's been complaining about the crazy weather they're getting recently.

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    1. Seems like the weather has been getting out of hand lately... climate change? or just TMI. But with all the increased temps, fires, and flooding, it makes you wonder.

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