The Surgeon

This is a funny eye test meme, or maybe not so funny.  It shows all the letters very clearly in the 2009 eye test.  Then they are very blurry in the 2019 eye test, haha.

And have you heard of surgeon James Barry?  She was a woman ahead of her time who died in 1865.  She would not have been allowed to study and practice as a female surgeon in those days.  It was not until her death in 1865 that they discovered she was not a man.

Technology improvements

flowering kale

I took this photo in a parkette just a few weeks ago before the weather changed. All the purples on the flowering kales looked wonderful.

The salvation army is making improvements to their christmas kettles. You can just tap and go to make a donation. People carry less cash around these days so this may help with donations.

An Enjoyable Day Trip

Husband M and I were invited to a friend's home recently, along with another couple. They retired to their cottage which is about an hour and a half drive north of here. It had been completely rebuilt and it was gorgeous with high ceilings and beautifully designed, not much of a cottage really. We were supposed to spend the night but the weather turned nasty and we decided to make it a day trip.

The chicken dinner was delicious. Dessert was a gingerbread cake with icing and an amaretto cheesecake. We all had a bit of both. I rarely drink but decided to have some Bailey's Irish cream liqueur on the rocks.

We received these delicious cookies as a parting gift.

A lovely surprise

I had a lovely surprise when I went to the mailbox the other night, I received this beautiful card from Rain. Thanks Rain, you made my day.

The Christmas Visit

We went to visit my uncle who has Alzheimer's at his long term care home. We always make sure his devoted partner is there. He doesn't say much now, compared to last year but that is to be expected. We took a poinsettia plant to brighten his room. His partner says he is only taking semi solid foods now as he has trouble swallowing. His water is a thickened water. The solids are softened.

I found these interesting articles concerning dysphagia (trouble swallowing) and on how seniors can use the 5 senses of food.

Paint Party Friday - Festive Doors

Welcome to Paint Party Friday! I am participating in the 'Festive Doors' theme over at Instagram @londonberrie @alexandrasillos @itsrainingmarmalade #the25doorsofchristmas.  You will have a chance to win prizes for participating!

Rain's Thursday Art Date - Flavours and Aroma

It's time for Rain's Thursday Art Date, her theme this week is 'Flavours and Aroma'. It made me think of a hot cuppa. I actually take my coffee with milk and cream but some people like it black.  My piece is done on cardstock in permanent markers (4 1/4" x 5 1/2") outlined with a PITT pen.