Good Morning and Welcome to Sunday the 18th day of February, 2018.
It is slightly overcast and does not feel bitterly cold so that is a good thing as I am going to venture out and canvas for the Heart & Stroke Fund.
I think this is about the 7th year that I have canvassed since moving to Edmonton.
Back in Regina over the years I canvassed for the Heart & Stroke, Cancer and United Way to name a few.
I have about three blocks to do and figured this is a good time before our company arrives this afternoon.
Our friends Teddy and his Aunt J are coming about mid afternoon and then will stay for supper.
We are both excited.
Yesterday I was so proud of myself as I took on a couple of minor household repairs.
The wooden trim around the ceramic tiles at the base of my fireplace had come loose and was always in the way.
Finally I got out my super duper GORILLA glue and did the repair.
The only thing was it is a long strip and typically you should have some kind of clamps to hold it tightly, well I did not.
So my hands were the clamps as I sat cross legged with arms stretched out to the side holding each corner.
Good stretching, anyway.
Seems to be okay this morning.
I also had purchased many years ago a utensil container from IKEA, I believe.
Well the glue that was holding each separation in place came loose after years of placing knives, forks and spoons in each compartment.
I FIXED it, too.
Feeling mighty proud of myself.
YAY, Carol ……
In between all of the glueing, I vacuumed up down and all around, washed the main floor, lots of laundry, changed bedding, cleaned out “tupperware drawer.”
Managed to get some chores accomplished and even slept in.
Sometimes you just have to “stretch yourself” …… are you laughing, my sister.
Well I guess it is time to get this show on the road.
Quick shower and have a coffee or two before going to canvas for the Heart and Stroke.
Typically my daughter and I donate more than I actually collect but that is okay.
Most people do not answer the door and the ones that do some say they have already donated and others do not understand English or the homeowner is not at home.
But that is okay.
I will do what I promised to do and that is to visit each door on my list.
Happy Sunday Everyone.
I, we are enjoying the awesome treats from our friend “V.”
Special Hello to: all those single people out there who think they are not “handy” ….. you may surprise yourself if you just try.
After all you can check on-line and find video instructions for almost anything these days.
Always, Carol
My New Life @ 51 