When I came back from the lake earlier this month, it was to head to some appointments and enjoy some time at home (if you call looking at the house that needs to be downsized and putting away much of a summer's worth of stuff enjoying!)
But it was also a treat to spend some time with far-away friends. Rick (below) and Zara live in California, but have family roots and friends in town. Fortunately, we were able to connect for a lovely lunch.
Then my friend Jerry, who lives in Paris and is visiting family in Detroit, came up for the day. After kicking around for a bit, we headed to Rick's where he served up a great BBQ chicken dinner.
Needless to say, it's always good to see Jerry, who is one of my oldest friends, since sophomore year in college when our theatre company toured Michigan's Upper Peninsula during our spring break. We've stayed friends ever since and there are always many happy times and memories to share.
I finally got to the tomatoes I brought home from the lake and made some pasta sauce to freeze (and some I used that night on a chicken marinara, which I do not recommend). Unfortunately, due to scheduling, I didn't get on it right away and lost a good many tomatoes, but still ended up with two generous frozen packets of sauce and the chicken recipe, so no complaints.
On the not-so-good side, I had some oral surgery, with an extraction that was a little more complicated than expected and involved a bone graft. The next step is a bridge, which I'm not looking forward to. I swear, they used every one of those instruments and more on me! And laughing gas does NOT make you laugh!
After, I asked to see the tooth. I thought about showing you the photos -- it was the root, crown and the visible decay. (Let it be said here that I take very good care of my teeth, but apparently, not good enough!) I rethought that! Even with the gas and novocaine, it was worse than the installation of my pacemaker (when I woke up too early). It's also left me with quite a bruise on my chin and jaw. They tell me the initial pain/discomfort will ease in another week or so, but full healing with the bone graft is several months. I'm already sick of yogurt and mashed potatoes!
Adding insult to injury, the night I got home, both toilets in the house overflowed. After clean-up, I headed down to Rick's for the night! He knew a good plumber who came the next day.
Let me say how grateful I am to Rocky and his magical snake that unplugged something somewhere and got things flowing again!
I don't really go full-fall till October, but I did get a few early fall things out -- some autumn wreaths, non-Halloweenie pumpkins, the chickens, that sort of thing.
It feels good to get some of that going.
And, I booked tickets for an October trip to Stratford to see "Something Rotten" (again) and "The Importance of Being Earnest."
I'll soon have a photo of Rick's room re-do. I'm waiting for the drapes to arrive!
17 comments:
That surgery subs awful and two simultaneous overflows on top of it is just too much. Glad you had overnight accommodations and a quick fix.
Oh, I hear you on the teeth, I have issues as well, in spite of more frequent than normal cleanings and dental care. Those tomatoes look delicious!!
Yet another health issue! They never seem to give you a break. But you keep going cheerfully anyway, go you!
Jeannie, OOO Sad :((
May the sun shine for him wherever he goes and for all of us... Sending you my big hug, Andreja!
Tooth-work is the worst! I count my blessings on the dental front. And I hope your recovery goes better than expected. Last night I made mango mousse which might be a good recipe for your list (3 ingredients: canned mango puree, cottage cheese, and sugar — plus an immersion blender, and if you don’t have an immersion blender I hope you get one soon).
best… mae
ooh on dental surgery. Good to see friends and glad the toilet was fixed
Hello,
It is nice you were able to meet up with your friends while they were visiting. The tomatoes look yummy and the sauce sounds delicious. I wish you a quick recovery from the dental surgery.
Your decorations are cute. Happy Sunday, have a wonderful week!
So sorry about the dental surgery! I've had more issues than ever since the cancer treatment. Can totally relate. Hope you recover quickly.
So nice to have company visiting. Old friends are life's treasures, for sure.
Glad the crazy toilet issues were solved quickly! Hope all goes smoothly now for a good long while--lol! Take it easy!
Jeanie, I'm sorry to hear about your bruised chin. That looks like it hurts. So nice that you got to see old friends. And those tomatoes you used for pasta sauce look really good. You know how much I love to see the seasons around your house, and fall is no exception. I love that fall wreath on the mantel; it's simple and pretty. And I always appreciate your copper tea pots. That turkey is very unique too. Have not seen that one before. I hope you heal and feel better, Jeanie. And I wish you a splendid October coming up. I can't believe it's already October!
Hola, Jeanie.
Mejor disfrutar de los amigos y vivir esos momentos a tope.
Espero que pases un buen día y nos enseñes esa remodelación.
No me salen las listas de lectura y os tengo que buscar uno a uno por otros comentarios.
Un abrazo.
Das mit dem Zahn kann ich gut mitfühlen. Mir wurde ein quer gewachsener Weisheitszahn aus dem Kiefer operiert. Aber irgendwann werden auch die schlimmsten Schmerzen vergehen.
Schön, dass du noch eine große Schüssel Tomaten retten konntest. Eigene Pastasoße schmeckt am Besten.
Ouch! Between the toilets overflowing and the medieval-looking dental work, you've had a rough re-entry! That bone graft looks painful (and likely to be tender for awhilel) -- here's hoping it heals quickly! In the meantime, mashed sweet potatoes, mini souffles, creamed spinach, and hummus may be possibilities. Soup?
I'm amazed you've felt like doing much of anything, but it's nice to see some of your fall decor. Cheering, right? And nice to see old friends, too, I bet. So glad you have some theatrical events on the horizon -- something to look forward to.
Hugs, anno
R
Beautiful photos of you, Rick and Jerry, dear Jeanie!
And I love the decor!
Ugh....dental surgery. :( It's great the plumbing was taken care of.
No-one likes to visit the dentist ... may you heal well and quickly.
On a positive note it was great to spend time with friends and lovely to have made a good start on the Autumn decor.
Sending lots of good wishes to you.
All the best Jan
Wonderful reunions and memories with old friends, homemade tomato sauce and good food, balanced by the decidedly less enjoyable adventure of oral surgery and its long recovery.
Sending you good healing vibes! I had a tooth extraction a couple of years ago but it wasn't that involved, so I don't have advice to give. Except that I made the mistake of getting into shakes and frozen custard to the point that my doctor said "pre-diabetes" at the next appointment. So, I think you're making better choices!
I'm so sorry to hear about the oral surgery. OUCH. I had swelling like that from a reaction to a filling once. I would partially freeze a pop can and hold that under my chin against my neck. Again, ouch.
And the toilet situation - now that was too much. Shame on the universe for that one.
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