Michigan

[Opa]

Another day is upon us and I can't help but wonder what wonderful things await us. As a form of greeting I often have had people ask how I am doing. My usual reply is that I am waiting on what is next. Good, bad, or indifferent something always follows. Our lives are a series of events and how we respond to them is what defines us. A cheery disposition and a positive attitude will make these events easier to endure or enjoy.

One of life's events that we are dealing with now is Hope's stepfather. Sadly he is suffering with Alzheimer's disease and may days it is like trying to deal with an 8 year old. A very wrinkled 8 year old. Yesterday I was trying to explain to him why his neighbors were unhappy with his using his chain saw to cut up fire wood. His claim was he has always cut up wood in the morning when he has the most energy. I'm not really sure I got him to understand that doing so was okay just don't start your day at 4am.

Granny has been at one of my brother's home for the past week and will be returning tomorrow. Hopefully today I can get a 20' tall flag pole installed in the front yard before her return. For many years she always placed great significance on raising the flag at her home. While I have a flag on a wall mount bracket that she puts up each day, I think she will derive more satisfaction from actually raising a pole mounted flag. Some times little things can give our lives great meaning.

 

[Mom 2em All]

Another day is upon us and I can't help but wonder what wonderful things await us. As a form of greeting I often have had people ask how I am doing. My usual reply is that I am waiting on what is next. Good, bad, or indifferent something always follows. Our lives are a series of events and how we respond to them is what defines us. A cheery disposition and a positive attitude will make these events easier to endure or enjoy.

One of life's events that we are dealing with now is Hope's stepfather. Sadly he is suffering with Alzheimer's disease and may days it is like trying to deal with an 8 year old. A very wrinkled 8 year old. Yesterday I was trying to explain to him why his neighbors were unhappy with his using his chain saw to cut up fire wood. His claim was he has always cut up wood in the morning when he has the most energy. I'm not really sure I got him to understand that doing so was okay just don't start your day at 4am.

Granny has been at one of my brother's home for the past week and will be returning tomorrow. Hopefully today I can get a 20' tall flag pole installed in the front yard before her return. For many years she always placed great significance on raising the flag at her home. While I have a flag on a wall mount bracket that she puts up each day, I think she will derive more satisfaction from actually raising a pole mounted flag. Some times little things can give our lives great meaning.

Sam, you have the greatest outlook on life, and everyday things- and it causes everyone to gravitate toward you. I, myself, look forward to your daily posts- and I know when you DONT post, for whatever reason- you are truly missed and something feels incomplete about the day. Your daily dose of humor and goodwill is just enough to put a positive spin on the new day, and remind us all to have a positive outlook.

Granny is very blessed to have you for a son, and that sure is a wonderful thing that you are doing for her. Im pretty sure you have earned your wings many times over. You make my heart smile.

I can somewhat relate with dealing with the older set of relatives. My mother in law is 85 years old and fiercly independent. Of course, her body wont let her be as independent as her mind wants to be. Makes it tough. She doesnt believe in doctors and refuses to ever go to the hospital again. Has told me many times that she will definitely end it all herself before she will be hospitalized again...and her ability to walk has become quite painful for her, and on some days, impossible.
My father lives in Tennessee, alone. I have just started noticing that his mind is not what it was, and that certain facts are starting to slip. Facts like his birthday, and who I am when he is talking to me. I had a conversation with him the other day, and it was three quarters through before he recognized who I was- and that was after I mentioned my husbands name. Subtle things, but enough that it has caught my attention.

I have a meeting today at ten. This has been the most messed up medical "leave" I have experienced. The joy of being supervisor, I suppose.

 

[snowflake]

good morning all, got the poop door open the water back out and feed put out, baby chicks in brooder feed and watered, no it is my turn to eat, read up , let the cat in the dog in and go to work,

I enjoy doing all but going to work, oh well we must eat and pay the bills

 

[snowflake]

Sam, you have the greatest outlook on life, and everyday things- and it causes everyone to gravitate toward you. I, myself, look forward to your daily posts- and I know when you DONT post, for whatever reason- you are truly missed and something feels incomplete about the day. Your daily dose of humor and goodwill is just enough to put a positive spin on the new day, and remind us all to have a positive outlook.

Granny is very blessed to have you for a son, and that sure is a wonderful thing that you are doing for her. Im pretty sure you have earned your wings many times over. You make my heart smile.

I can somewhat relate with dealing with the older set of relatives. My mother in law is 85 years old and fiercly independent. Of course, her body wont let her be as independent as her mind wants to be. Makes it tough. She doesnt believe in doctors and refuses to ever go to the hospital again. Has told me many times that she will definitely end it all herself before she will be hospitalized again...and her ability to walk has become quite painful for her, and on some days, impossible.
My father lives in Tennessee, alone. I have just started noticing that his mind is not what it was, and that certain facts are starting to slip. Facts like his birthday, and who I am when he is talking to me. I had a conversation with him the other day, and it was three quarters through before he recognized who I was- and that was after I mentioned my husbands name. Subtle things, but enough that it has caught my attention.

I have a meeting today at ten. This has been the most messed up medical "leave" I have experienced. The joy of being supervisor, I suppose.

x2 except I don't have a meeting

good luck on the flag pole Opa , it is supposed to be windy and rainy,

 

[M.sue]

Morning Everyone,
I haven't ventured out side yet and I am dreading to....I know it's cold out there. The little chicks in the brooder are quite active this morning....good sign that they were snug & warm through the night. They almost have all their feathers with very little fuzz left.

Someone asked about the Fowl Fest in Alma next month. My family and I are planning on going as long as something doesn't come up in the mean time. We all know how that is. I was looking at the web site and they seem to be having a lot planned & organized. Ought to be interesting.

Well as much as I like the warmth of my house it's time to get moving. After that it'll be off to work.

 

[michickenwrangler]

Good morning

I haen't been on much lately, been having a hard time lifewise (see Family thread) but I thought I'd pop in for a quick hello. Really glad that we had such a warm March. Wish yesterday had been as nice. I'm on spring break as of today and looking forward to having over a week off.

 

[NovaAman]

My butt is freezing off! Walking was a real teeth chatterer.... The wind was the worst. So glad I got heat in the jeep. Lol. No rain yet though we are to get some yet this morning. Terri DeBoer is saying possible highs near 70 for Sunday in my area. Yeah!

 

[Elliemae 77]

Good morning Opa, always a pleasure to read your posts...such a positive Outlook is refreshing. Haven't been on a real computer yet.(wrangling kids)

Mom2, Thanks for the fence panel link, gonna have to make a trip to the GE, those might be nice for moveable pasture
Chicken Wrangler, welcome back.

Everyone else, Good Morning! Stay warm today ok

 

[Opa]

Positive thinking is supposed to work. With that in mind I need everyone to think positive about my winning the lottery tonight. The only reason I am asking is so that I can buy everyone a new chicken and Laura a new coop.

 

[RIRJen]

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had an incident yesterday, broody accidentally spilled her water on the nest/eggs. I found it when i got there today. I pulled out the eggs and the damp nesting, and re-built the nest. She settled back onto the eggs when i was done...
are the eggs still OK? They are almost a week along.

I didn't see were anyone had caught this post and replied... I would say leave them be and see what happens. I've heard of people finding nests completely under water and still having them hatch! These eggs are pretty hearty sometimes. Good luck and keep us posted on if they hatch!

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Morning Everyone,
Someone asked about the Fowl Fest in Alma next month. My family and I are planning on going as long as something doesn't come up in the mean time. We all know how that is. I was looking at the web site and they seem to be having a lot planned & organized. Ought to be interesting.

Morning! I am going to Fowlfest too

We should come up with something to put on us that identifies ourselves as Michigan Thread people! Hmmmmm...any ideas? I'd hate to think that a bunch of us had the chance to meet in person and didn't take advantage of it!

My butt is freezing off!

How does that work?!?! I'd like to freeze a bit off the back and the middle