Tuesday, December 31, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW SAYING

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped me to become a new person.

A saying this morning in one of my meditation books resonated with me......."MY WORK IS DONE AND NOW I NEED TO FIND JOY."

I found my joy with Charles.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, December 30, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR MY WONDERFUL LIFE

 I am grateful to the Almighty for the new and wonderful life that He has chosen to give me.

Charles was my dream all my life and now he is my dream come true.

He took me as a birthday gift to The Southampton Inn and dinner at 75 Main.  We went to Bridgehampton for breakfast and walked around Easthampton.

Came back today to pick up Matzah and play Mahjong. I'll be leaving again tomorrow for St. James and be back next Tuesday.

Thank you Almighty for this beautiful new life.

I am grateful.

Saturday, December 28, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR MY BIRTHDAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to live another year.

I am healthy and happy!

Today is my birthday and my husband Charles is taking me to The Hampton Inn for my birthday. We will be going for the entire weekend.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all that He has done for me.

Thank you.

Friday, December 27, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR MY NEW LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to really enjoy my new life as Mrs. Charles Gluck.  

Charles is taking me to The Southampton Inn for my birthday.

I am getting the dog ready to be boarded at Plainview Animal Hospital.

Tomorrow I'll be going to services and then out to my beloved.

I am grateful to the Almighty for my new life.

Thank you.


Thursday, December 26, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A JOYOUS HOLIDAY SEASON

 I am grateful to the Almighty for giving me a joyous holiday season.......Hanukkah and Christmas.

Charles went to mass Christmas Eve at All Souls Church in Stonybrook and then came to dinner in Plainview with me.

We drove to Brooklyn Christmas Day and the first night of Hanukkah. The holiday was hosted by Michael and Lola.  It was wonderful.  Sarah was there too!!!

Today Charles and I went to have brunch at The French Connection and posted pictures on Facebook.   I received a birthday card from Anita......."to my sister-in-law.....NEVER WAS I EVER CALLED THAT BEFORE.  IT WAS A BEAUTIFUL CARD!!!

I'm overwhelmed but taking one moment at a time.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, December 24, 2024

GRATEFUL THAT MY VIRUS IS GONE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to feel better.

My virus is almost gone.

Today is Christmas Eve and I will be making dinner to have with my husband.

Tomorrow is Christmas Day and we will be going to Michael who is hosting.

I have been thinking about my New Years Resolution.  I am going to try to live in the moment and appreciate it.  The Almighty has done a great deal for me and that's what I should concentrate on.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, December 23, 2024

GRATEFUL THAT MY VIRUS IS GOING AWAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because the horrible virus that I got last night seems to be going away.

Thank you.

Sunday, December 22, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A LOVELY SUNDAY WITH MY HUSBAND

 I am grateful to the Almighty for the wonderful Sunday that He has given to me with Charles....my husband.

Yesterday we had a wonderful day with Remi and Hilary.  We played the Dreidal Game, the Match  game, made a snowman and Charles pulled Remi in his sled.  We went to Pasteria for dinner.

Today is a beautiful and quiet day.  Dan visited and we're together.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this day.

Thank you.

Saturday, December 21, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A PEACEFUL SABBATH

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me a peaceful Sabbath filled with joy.

My husband Charles is coming to spend the weekend here because it is snowing.

Hilary and Remi are coming to build a snowman and have dinner at Pasteria with Charles and me. They would like to build a snowman.

I am so grateful to the Almighty for all the joy in my life that I feel like crying.  I still wake up with PTSD bu I know that this is a vestigial organ....

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, December 20, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW LIFE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has chosen to give me a new life.

I am a married woman.   I have been married to Charles for 4 days and it's been absolutely wonderful.

I got my hair colored and blown out today at ID.

Tomorrow Remi and Hilary are coming to visit.  Charlie will be here also.

Dinner will be at Pasteria.

I hope to go to services tomorrow if it doesn't snow.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all the joy in my life.

Thank you.

Thursday, December 19, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL SPOUSE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has chosen to send me a wonderful spouse in Charles.

He's a calm, quiet, very bright, loving and amazing man.

Today I am in Plainview.  Matzah went for his medicinal bath.  I completed chores and even called Charles to show him cat toys that I bought for Sarah and Michael.

Tonight I'm having dinner with Margie.

I am so happy.

My dream has come true.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, December 18, 2024

GRATEFUL TO BE MARRIED

 I am beyond grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to be married on Monday, December 16 to Charles William Gluck.  I am so happy!!!!!

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, December 13, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR FINDING TRUE LOVE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped me to find TRUE LOVE!!!!

I will be at the apartment after the wedding until Wednesday!

I'm beyond excited.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, December 12, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR GEIING MARRIED

I am grateful to the Almighty because Charles and I will be getting married on Monday, December 16, 2024 at 12:30 at The Town of Oyster Bay.

I am so happy and so in love with Charles.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR LOVE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me people that love me.

There are my daughters, grandchildren and of course Charles whom I love dearly.

Today we went to a Holiday Party from his union and I won a very large raffle.

It's not the raffle BUT the joy of having people love me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, December 10, 2024

GRATEFUL

 I am grateful to the Almighty for all the joy in my life.

Dom sent Patty over to help me go to Chase and transfer money from my checking account into Vanguard and Pershing......formally know as Lincoln.

It is now up to me to transfer money to create another banking account at Citi Bank to comply with FDIC regulations.

This afternoon I'm heading to Dr. Kurtz to tighten an implant.

It's a calm and quiet day and I am very grateful.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, December 9, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A MIRACLE

 I am grateful to the Almighty for the MIRACLE that He has given to me.

I'M GETTING MARRIED TO CHARLES ON DECEMBER 16, 2024 AT THE TOWN HALL IN OYSTER BAY AT 12:30 PM

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, December 7, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A LOVELY SABBATH

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has chosen to give me a lovely Sabbath.

I enjoyed services a great deal and was happy to have Kiddush with Debbie T. as well as a wonderful conversation with Rabbi Conn to keep him up to date with my life.

I am off to St. James now and Charlie and I will be going to a lovely concert at All Souls Church.

I'm spending a lovely weekend with Charlie.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.


Friday, December 6, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A PLEASANT DAY

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me a very pleasant day.

It was a day filled with chores, but that's fine.

I washed the kitchen floor, did a laundry and made a Sabbath dinner for myself.

I paid bills and picked up medicine too.

I read the newspapers.

I spoke with Dom Noya as we need to move some money around. 

I need to pack because I'll be going to the apartment tomorrow.

I am grateful to the Almighty for a very pleasant day.

Thank you. 

Thursday, December 5, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A DAY OF JOY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has chosen to give me a day of joy!!

The pre-nuptial documents have been signed and sealed.  On Monday Charles and I will call The Town of Oyster Bay to confirm a wedding date.

I ordered flowers for Elizabeth.

I took the second shingles shot.

I cleaned jewelry.

I spoke with Kyra.

Matzah took his medicinal bath.

It was truly a wonderful day.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR WONDERFUL PLANS

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me wonderful plans for the days ahead.

Today Matzah will come home!

Today I'll go food shopping and to get my hair blown out!

Tomorrow Charles and I will sign our pre-nuptials and get a wedding date.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all that He has done for me.

Thank you!

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty for the wonderful Thanksgiving holiday that I had with Charles and my new family.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, November 24, 2024

GRATITUDE FOR EACH NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me new days in which to be happy and healthy and in love.

This is the week of Thanksgiving Charles and I leave tomorrow for Virginia and a wonderful holiday and vacation with my soon to be new family.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, November 23, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING TO LOVE MYSELF

 I am grateful to the Almighty because with His help I am learning to love myself.

I now wake up and think about three things that I am grateful for.

I think about what I am grateful for that happened to me the day before.

I then move forward with my day.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, November 22, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR WAKING UP WITH A SMILE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to wake up with a smile.

I'm trying something new.

Instead of thinking about the past when I wake up and then my stomach gets upset, I'm trying to wake up and think about the Present and the Future an Smile.

So far it is working.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, November 21, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has chosen to give me another day.

Another day to be free....another day to be safe....another day to be secure.....another day not to have strategies for survival.

I need to remember this so that I don't wake up afraid in the morning from PTSD. 

Today I will be going to the dentist.  I might walk and get a manicure.  It's pouring outside.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.


P.S.   I have to go back to Dr. Kurtz because my implants are loose.....he said that it's probably a screw that he may need to replace.  Never a dull moment.

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR LOVEI

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has sent me Charles who is as in love with me as I am with him.

Our The Story of the Hebrews class was canceled so I was able to get to CVS, the Wine Store and walk in The Home Depot.

Matzah received his medicinal bath and it's a nice quiet day.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because Has has created this new day for me to enjoy.

Today Charlie and I are going to a new lawyer so that he can begin the pre-nuptial process.  We will go to the eye doctor also.  Charlie is having dinner with me and sleeping over.  I'm going to the Sisterhood Book Club tonight.

I hope that Matzah's medication comes today!!!

Thank you Almighty for all that you have given me.

I am grateful.

Monday, November 18, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR BEING SOFTER ON MYSELF

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has taught me to be softer on myself.

I grew up with constant criticism.

I married a man who continually criticized me.

I am slowly learning to love myself and be less critical of me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Sunday, November 17, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL WEEKEND WITH CHARLES

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me a wonderful weekend with Charles.

I was at services at PJC and then Charlie and I relaxed all weekend because we had bad colds.

We did however, rent LA FAMILIA for our wedding luncheon on Sunday March 16 from 1-4.

Thank you Almighty for the good in my life.

I am grateful.

Saturday, November 16, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR THE CALMNESS IN MY LIFE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed my life to become very calm.

Today would have been the Creature's 78 birthday.   I would have been looking for places to hide in order to be safe and secure.   I would have had to have strategies for survival.

Instead the Almighty has gifted me with the Sabbath.....services at PJC and Charles soon to be my husband.

We will be going to a Benefactors Reception at Adelphi tonight.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all of this.

Thank you.

Friday, November 15, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me a new day.....a day of adventures and joy.

I am happy and healthy even though I've got this horrible cold.

Today is a quiet day and I'm glad.  I only ave to get my hair blown out and I can read and have peace and quiet the rest of the day.  Manny will be delivering my fur coat here and for this I am grateful.

Yesterday was a super busy day filled with Dom's phone call, the post office, CVS, the butcher, getting gas, having the car washed, a manicure and cleaning jewelry.

Thank you Almighty for this new day.

I am grateful.

Thursday, November 14, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR CENTERING MYSELF

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He is beginning to teach me to center myself so that I can be comfortable in my own skin.

I have decided to stop playing Mahjong for a bit.  The girls made fun of me when I told them that I'm getting married.....they would never do that!!  They also don't want to play at my house anymore because I don't want to play after 9:30.  I also dislike where they go to eat.  

I did it for years because I had nothing else.  It's the same way that I kept too much money in Chase bank because there was no one in my life.

Now there's Charles.  I'm in love.  We're getting married before the end of the year.  Yesterday we took Ian's class on The Book of Hebrews.  I enjoy that class very much!  I will be looking into other things to do.....another book club......a memory workshop.  I'm too bright to just waste away!!  We also have an appointment with Charles's lawyer for his pre-nuptial.

Thank you Almighty for helping me to center myself.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, November 13, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING TO UNDERSTAND MY NEEDS

 I am grateful to the Almighty because I am beginning to understand my needs.

I am learning that I come first.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Friday, November 8, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING TO BE PROUD OF ME

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He is teaching me to be proud of myself.

I had a very good week and accomplished everything that I set out to do.

It's now time for another V A C A T I O N!!!!!!

I will be leaving for the apartment about 4ish. 

Dana and Madalyn will be with Charles and me for the weekend.

Big fun!!

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, November 7, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR FEELING SAFE AND SECURE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me a safe and secure feeling that I carry with me each day.

The Almighty has given me Charles and a whole new life.

Today Dan and Charles are going to Hicks to get my cabbages and Dan will be planting at the house today!!

I will clean a bathroom.....read.....do some chores and just "be."

Thank you Almighty for this new life.

I am grateful to you for it.


Wednesday, November 6, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NORMAL DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me a very normal day.

Yesterday I voted and then picked Matzah up from Plainview Animal. Charles came over and together we went to Joseph Meares, my attorney, to begin the pre-nuptial process. We had lunch at the house and then went to Anita's where we found Ray mowing the lawn. We visited and then came home.

I walked.....and watched the Presidential Election Day results. Trump won!   OMG!  As I was doing this I cleaned the house.


Today I'm up and ready to start the day.  I will be going with Charles to Stonybrook to continue our course on The Book of Hebrews.

I hope to walk too.

I am grateful to the Almighty for normal days.

Thank you.

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR UNDERSTANDING MYSELF

I am grateful to the Almighty because e has helped me to understand myself and what happened to me.

This has been a great help to me because as I celebrate the joy of my new life....it is tempered by memories of the old....memories that I see before me BUT don't hold on to.

Today I will vote for Kamala Harris as the next President of the United States. I'm very very excited to do this.  I will pick up doggie from Plainview Animal and then head to Joseph Meares with Charles to begin the pre-nuptial process.

Thank you Almighty for helping me to understand myself.

I am grateful.

Monday, November 4, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL LIFE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because of the wonderful life that He has given me.

The weekend with Hilary, Izzy and Remi was fabulous.

Today Charlie and I went to the Sports Book Club.....another wonderful activity.

I came home to do food shopping.

Tomorrow we are going to Joe Meares to start the procedure to do a pre-nup.

I am grateful to the Almighty for taking care of me and giving me a new life.

Thank you.

Sunday, November 3, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL VACATION

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to have a wonderful vacation with Charles, Izzy, Hilary and Remi.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, November 1, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A VACATION

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has chosen to send me on a vacation with Charles, Hilary, Izzy and Remi.

Thank you.

I am grateful.


 

Thursday, October 31, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A QUIET DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because today He has chosen to give me a quiet day filled with chores.

Unlike the last two day which were filled with choosing WEDDING BANDS and getting MARRIAGE LICENSES today will be filled with simple chores and packing in preparation for our weekend getaway with Hilary, Izzy and Remi.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR AN AMAZING DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has chosen to give Charles and me an amazing day.

WE GOT THE MARRIAGE LICENSE!!!!

WOW!

I am grateful to the Almighty for this,

Thank you.

Tuesday, October 29, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me another new day.

I am happy and healthy and waiting to begin today's new adventure.

I will be reading the papers and my book for the Sports Book Club.

Charles will be coming over and we will be looking for WEDDING BANDS.  We will be going to Mario's to check out their upstairs room for our RECEPTION DINNER.

I am beyond excited about all of this.

Thank you Almighty for a very exciting new day.

I am grateful.

Monday, October 28, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR PLANNING MARRIAGE WITH CHARLES

 I am grateful to the Almighty because Charles and I are making wedding plans!!!!  The Almighty has given me this wonderful man and we're  going to marry get married.

Originally the plan was to marry in May of '25 BUT the certificate that we are getting will only last for 60 days so why wait????

We are beginning the process.

Tomorrow Charles will be here in Plainview and we will be looking for wedding bands!

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, October 26, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to see this beautiful new day.

I am happy.  I am healthy.

I'm beginning to work on being cognizant of the gratitude that I feel for each new day.

I am attending services and then heading out to see Charles at our apartment.

I'm looking forward to a beautiful weekend.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.


Friday, October 25, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR THE CHANGES IN MY LIFE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to have changes in my life.

This has allowed me to grow.

The Jewish holidays are over and I'm breathing a sigh of relief.  Four weeks of holidays are not easy BUT I prayed and I hope that the Almighty heard my prayers.

I'm packing today because tomorrow after services I leave for the apartment and my Charlie!! I'm hoping to read today.....finish cleaning....walk and begin to watch my weight again!

Thank you Almighty for the changes in my life.

I am grateful.

Thursday, October 24, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR THE JOY IN MY LIFE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has put so much joy in my life.

Charlie left this morning after breakfast.  We will speak tonight.  

Thank you Almighty for all the joy in my life.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

GRATEFUL THAT CHARLIE IS BACK

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed Charlie to come back to me.

I picked him up from Anita's and we went to Mario's for dinner.

This morning we will be attending our Bible class in Sonybrook.

I am grateful to the Almighty because He brought Charlie back to me.

Thank you.

Tuesday, October 22, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR LIVING IN THE MOMENT

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He is helping me to live in the moment.

I am pruning my tree of the dead leaves in order to be able to let the sun in.

Last night I attended "Cookie in the Sukkie" and it was so much fun.

Today I'm getting my winter coats and doing a laundry too.

Charles will be coming home today.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this new day.

Thank you.

Monday, October 21, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL WEEKEND.....LOOKING FORWARD TO TODAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He gave me a wonderful weekend and I'm really looking forward to today.

Sushi in the Sukkah was delicious and lots of fun.  I bought beautiful clothes at Athleta too.  I FACETIMED with Charles and the DODGERS AND YANKEES WILL PLAY AGAINST EACH OTHER IN THE WORLD SERIES.

Today is a quiet day filled with things like food shopping and after dinner COOKIE IN THE SUKKIE and a FaceTime with Charles who is coming home tomorrow.  My clothes will go to the cleaners and my winter clothes will return.

I am grateful to the Almighty for watching over me.

Thank you.

Sunday, October 20, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me a beautiful new day.

I am happy and healthy and looking forward to todays adventures.

Yesterday I was at services and Kiddush in the Sukkah too.  I was able to read the newspapers and my book and talk with Karen, Margie and Dana.   I went to dinner with Margie last night.  We went to Mario's and caught up.

Charles landed in New Orleans and is now touring New Orleans and Boloxi where his cousins live.

I'm going for a manicure and a hair blow out later.

I hope to get to Athleta to cash in my gift cards for some cool clothes.

I'm also going to Sushi in the Sukkah at 5:00.

I hope to FaceTime with Charles later and watch the Dodgers slaughter the Mets.

It's a really good day and I'm grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Saturday, October 19, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR THE SABBATH

I am grateful to the Almighty because today is the Sabbath.   I am grateful that the Almighty has given me a day of rest.  I need it.

I came home yesterday from a lovely visit to Anita's where I dropped Charles off to begin his trip to New Orleans and Bolixi......he will be back on Tuesday.

Today I will be going to services and resting and relaxing.

Tonight I'm having dinner with Margie.

I am grateful to the Almighty for giving me this wonderful new life.

Thank you.

Friday, October 18, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR THE SABBATH AND SUKKOT

 I am grateful to the Almighty because today was the second day of Sukkos and I went to services.  I didn't go yesterday because I was exhausted and quite cold because the temperature had dropped and my boiler wasn't working.

Freddy came after I called today and fixed it.

Services were wonderful and there was a delightful luncheon in the Sukkoh. 

Charles will be here at 2PM.  I will be driving him to Anita's as he and Anita and Elizabeth will be flying to New Orleans and Biloxi to visit relatives.  He will be back on Tuesday and staying over at my house.  Wednesday we will be taking our Bible class.

I also changed my H2O appointment to accommodate my class with Charles.

I am grateful to the Almighty for the good in my life.

Thank you.

Thursday, October 17, 2024

GRATEUL FOR A NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty for the beautiful new day that He has chosen to give me.

I am happy and healthy and EXHAUSTED!!!!  It is for that reason that I DID NOT GO TO SERVICES TODAY!

I will rest today and be at services tomorrow.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR UNDERSTANDING MYSELF

 I am grateful to the Almighty because I am FINALLY BEGINNING to understand myself and my needs and wants.

I need to be positive with myself and to appreciate my accomplishments.  I can't be so hard on myself and I need to LET GO OF THAT WHICH DOESN'T SERVE ME SO I CAN HEAL!!!!

Today I will be driving to the apartment to meet up with Charlie and take a course with him.  I'm excited.

Forms need to be filled out and mailed and they will be.

The holiday of Sukkot begins tonight.

Thank you Almighty for all your help.

I am grateful.

Sunday, October 13, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL WEEKEND

I am beyond grateful to the Almighty because He has given me a wonderful weekend with Charles.

 Charlie and I were at the Celebrate St. James Theatre Saturday night to see a wonderful presentation of Murders on Long Island.  We had dinner in a Spanish restaurant called Sangria.Sunday night we went to the Smithtown Historical Society to hear a lecture on the history of Smithtown.  In between we watched a Met game and a Yankee game and The Penguin.

Charlie really helped me to deal with issues with Hilary.  He said the same thing as Judith.  I am blessed to have him in my life.

Tomorrow I'm heading back to St. James because our course is starting.

I am so beyond grateful to the Almighty for all the good in my life.

Thank you.

Saturday, October 12, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL YOM KIPPUR

 I am grateful to the Almighty for the wonderful Yom Kippur that I had with Dana and Madalyn.

I hope the Almighty hears all my prayers and keeps my entire family and Charles' family safe and healthy in the New Year.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, October 11, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR THE MIND/BODY CONNECTION

 I am grateful to the Almighty because it was He who led me to practice yoga.

It was there that I learned about the mind/body connection. I know that  the Almighty is always in my life.

Tonight begins the Yom Kippur fast.  I hope and pray that the Almighty will grant me another year to live, love and be healthy and happy.  There are so many things that I am grateful for.

Dana and Madalyn will be spending the holiday with me and for that I am also grateful.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful to you for my life.  May I and all my loved ones be sealed in the Book of Life.

Amen!!!!!

Thursday, October 10, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A CALM FEELING

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to wake up with a calm feeling.

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to wake up smiling......it's a wonderful new feeling for me and I am grateful.

Today Matzah is going to the vet for a checkup and a medicinal bath.

I'm going to pack for my next vaca at the apartment.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all the good in this...my new life.

Thank you.

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to have a new day.

The Almighty has allowed me to be happy and healthy.

Today is a day filled with chores!!!!  I put a vacation hold on my newspapers as I plan my next "vaca"to my apartment with Charles.  I read the newspapers.  I washed the kitchen floor and I cleaned the pantry.  I will be delivering a "good will package" to PJC later.  I will go to the cleaning store, the post office to pay bills and then do some food shopping.

Dinner will be at home tonight and I hope to read.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this new day.

Thank you!!!

Tuesday, October 8, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A JOYFUL WEEKEND WITH CHARLES

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He gave me a wonderful weekend with Charles.

I love this man soooooo much.

We walked at The All Souls Church Walk and Run!!!!! We wore our M. and Mrs. Potato Head Costumes.  I met my friend RoseAnn there.  We went to St. James Day......what fun!  We attended The Sports Book Club and Charles paid for a delicious lunch for me.   We exercised......we walked......we practiced yoga.  Charles walked Matzah.  We watched baseball.

It was a glorious weekend.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, October 5, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WEEKEND WITH CHARLES

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to spend a weekend with Charles.

I went to services at PJC today.

Tomorrow we will be walking in the All Souls Church Race and we will be wearing our Potato Head Costumes.  We will also go to The St. James Festival.  Monday is our Sports Book Club.  we read Travels With Charley by John Steinbeck.  I'm looking forward to all this.

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to have a new life.

Thank you.

Friday, October 4, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL ROSH HASHANAH WITH DANA AND MADALYN

 I am grateful to the Almighty because I had a wonderful Rosh Hashanah with Dana and Madalyn.

May we all have Health and Happiness in the next year.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR APPRECIATING THE "NOW"

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped me "to appreciate the now."

I realize that I have PTSD but I'm not going to allow that brain malfunction to control me.  I wake up and know that I have it and then begin to appreciate the now.

Dana and Madalyn are coming for the Rosh Hashanah holiday.

I'm so joyful.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful to you for everything.

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to wake up, be healthy and enjoy this new day.

Last night the girls and I went to a Mexican restaurant and played Mahjong at my house.  It was a lot of fun.

Today is the BIG food shopping day before Rosh Hashanah begins tomorrow night.

I am smiling.....happy....and ready to begin.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, September 30, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WEEKND WITH CHARLES

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to have a wonderful weekend with Charles.

We returned Remi Saturday night and Sunday we went to Anita's because it was Amy, Adam and John's birthday.  It was a wonderful birthday party.

Charles stayed later on Monday because he was going to play golf in Bethpage.

Tonight I'm going to dinner with the girls and Mahjong is at my house.

I am grateful to the Almighty for my wonderful weekend.

Thank you.

Sunday, September 29, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR AN OVERNIGHT WITH REMI

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He created the amazingly wonderful overnight that Charles and I had with Remi.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Friday, September 27, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING TO ACCEPT......

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped me to accept that which I cannot change.

Remi is coming for an overnight.  We are picking him up in my car service.  Hilary is signing the beneficiary document.....not without protest....but doing it for Remi.  The money is for Remi to inherit....not her.   She also does not want to have Charles called Grandpa because "her daddy was the father and grandpa even though she was conceived by artificial insemination.  Did I get upset????   Nope!!!!   Why???   Because one has to accept that which you cannot change and move on!!!  I'm very proud of me.

I'm hoping to bring Remi to services tomorrow.   We hope to see a football game at Chaminade and then show him where his mother grew up, where Charlie grew up and where I grew up.  We hope to go to Gabby's too.

Thank you Almighty for helping me to accept that which I cannot change.

I am grateful.

Thursday, September 26, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR BECOMING MYSELF

 I am grateful to the Almighty because I have become myself.

By that I mean that I no longer am afraid to be myself.

I went to King Solomon Cemetery yesterday with Charles and introduced him to my family.  I was very proud to do this because I know that he loves me very much and will always be there for me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR LETTING GO

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped me LET GO OF THAT WHICH DOESN'T SERVE ME.

Each morning when I awake, I am grateful for the new day.  I am happy, healthy and in love thanks to the Almighty.

Last night, I felt that my wrist was healed so I practiced yoga and walked.  I feel so much better.

I try t think of the recent past and the joys that I have had daily.

Today, Charlie and I are going to make my annual trip to my parents cemetery. I am so grateful that he wants to do this for me.

Thank you Almighty for the good in my life.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR SEEING THE WORLD POSITIVELY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to put a positive spin on life.

I am very aware of this because I have PTSD. Therefore my goal is to wake up with gratitude and remember very very recent history.

Last night we met at Greek  XPress for dinner and played Mahjong at Rhonnie's.  Next week we will play at my house.

Today I will go food shopping.  I hope to walk AND practice yoga.

Thank you Almighty for helping me to put a positive spin on my life. 

I am grateful.

Monday, September 23, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR EACH NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He is teaching me the way to appreciate and be grateful for each new day.

I had a wonderful weekend with Charlie.  I arrived at the apartment on Saturday after services and just came home.

It was a lovely weekend.  We went to a German Festival in Smithtown and then walked to see the devastation that the rainstorm/flood and destroyed dams had on Blydenburgh Park.

We went to All Souls Church because they have a new reverend.

We cooked dinner for both nights.  I walked. Charlie watched football and in the evening we watched 60 Minutes and Episode 1 of The Penguin.

Today I will clean the house and play Mahjong.

I'm appreciating each moment of my day.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, September 21, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR MY NEW LIFE

 I am grateful to the Almighty for the new life that He has chosen to give me.

I truly appreciate it.

My chores are done this week and it is the Sabbath today.  I got my Covid and Flu shot.  I picked up my PJC holiday tickets.  I paid bills.  I went to the bank and the post office.  I picked up Matzah and took him for a medicinal bath too.  I walked.  I cleaned my jewelry.  I went to the Sisterhood Book Club too. I got my hair blown out and a mani/pedi.  I read my new book.....Travels With Charley!  Wow!

Today it's the Sabbath and I'm getting ready for services and to my beloved Charlie.

Thank you Almighty for your love and support.

I am grateful.

Friday, September 20, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING TO SLOW DOWN

 I am grateful to the Almighty because as I was meditating this morning I came across a segment telling people to "SLOW DOWN."

That's what I need to do to enjoy my life and calm myself from the horrors of PTSD.

I am grateful to the Almighty for showing me this.

Thank you.

Thursday, September 19, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty for this beautiful new day.

I will try hard to be positive in my thoughts today with your help.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A BEAUTIFUL DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He gave me a beautiful day.

It was tough this morning......Charlie was going back to our apartment....it was very bitter sweet.

It had been a wonderful trip BUT I couldn't help thinking of my mother, brother, husband and daughter and all the grief that I had with them through life.

However the Almighty helped me because as I did my chores....I began to feel much better and tonight I'm attending the Sisterhood Book Club.

Thank you Almighty for taking care of me.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR OUR PITTSBURG VACATION

 I am grateful to the Almighty because Charles and I are both home after a wonderful vacation.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A VACATION TO PITTSBURGH

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has created a vacation to Pittsburgh with Charles.

We will be seeing the sights and all his old college friends.

I'm very excited.

I will talk to you next week when I return.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, September 9, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL WEEKEND

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to have a wonderful weekend.

I was at the apartment with Charles and Matzah all weekend.  We invited Freddy to come out and go to All Souls with us as they were having a Columbian guitarist play and Freddy is Columbian.  Freddy treated us to Portuguese food.

Sunday was a fulfilled quiet day.

I'm home now getting ready for dinner with the girls and Mahjong at my house.

Tomorrow Charles and I leave for Pittsburg.

Thank you Almighty for the joy in my life.

I am grateful.

Saturday, September 7, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR THE SABBATH

 I am grateful to the Almighty because today is the Sabbath.

It's a day of rest and thankfulness for me.

Last night I went to Plainview Jewish Center for a Sabbath service and dinner under the stars.

It was beautiful!!!

Today I will be at services.

I will be going to the apartment today through Monday......returning for Mahjong and then on Tuesday....a BIG vacation to Pittsburgh where I will meet all Charlie's friends from college.

I am grateful to the Almighty for my joy of life.

Thank you.

Friday, September 6, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR TAKING MEDICATION

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has created medication for PTSD.

Sometimes I get overwhelmed by life.  Yesterday Charles and I purchased two cemetery plots at Locust Valley.  Although I was happy about this the dream of a "normal husband" came back and it was hard to let it go.  Thanks to Zoloft!!!

Today I have chores to do and packing for our next vacation to Pittsburg which starts Tuesday.....bills to pay and mail.....medication to be picked up.......packing....a book to finish and a dinner at PJC.

Charles will be going back to St. James.  I made a delicious dinner last night.  I will be heading to St. James after services tomorrow.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all of this.

Thank you.

Thursday, September 5, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW LIFE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me a new life.

It's a joyful one.

Charles arrived this morning after Matzah went for his medicinal bath.  We went to the Locust Valley Cemetery which is non-sectarian and purchased 2 plots.

Susan is arriving with my new pocketbook.

Remi began first grade and Madalyn is in pre-kindergarden.

It goes fast.

Charles and I will walk later and I'm making flounder for dinner!!!

Thank you Almighty.

I'm grateful for my normal life.

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A ST. JAMES VACATION

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to have another St. James vacation.

I left after services and drove to St. James.  I came back today.

It was an absolutely wonderful vaca.  We visited Dan in Long Beach.  We walked at Avalon and saw the devastation that the flood brought. We went to Long Beach in Smithtown too.  I got to make dinner and sit outside with my love and watch the US Open with him.

I'm home now.

Charlie will be here tomorrow because we are purchasing cemetery plots.

Thank you Almighty for my new life.

I am grateful.

Sunday, September 1, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR ANOTHER VACATION

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has provided another vacation for me.

Charlie and Matzah left this morning for St. James and I will be joining them.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this vacation.

Thank you.

Saturday, August 31, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A GOOD SABBATH

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me a wonderful Sabbath.

Charles slept over and I went to services this morning.

We walked on the Long Beach Boardwalk and then visited Dan at his home with his girlfriend Alice.

Dinner was at Hama Sushi in Plainview.

It was a wonderful day.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful!!!

GRATEFUL FOR GOING WITH REMI AND IZZY TO THE US OPEN

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He made it possible for Charles and I to take Remi to the US Open.

It was a beyond wonderful day filled with a two and a half hour Coco tennis match that we watched.....lunch, drinks and shopping.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, August 29, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR AN OVERNIGHT WITH REMI

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has sent Charles to me and Charles figured out a way for me to see my grandson Remi.

We got up at 6:30AM and drove to Hillside Hospital at 7:30AM to pick up Remi.  We had breakfast at The Hicksville Diner and Charles and Remi will play tennis and go to the pool today.  Tonight we will take him to Pasteria and Carvel.

I got to see Hilary's office too.

Thank you Almighty for all the good that you have given me.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING TO ACCEPT MYSELF

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped me to learn to accept myself.

It's a slow process but I am getting there.  I am learning to be comfortable with myself too.

Today I'm going for a manicure AND a hair blowout!!  

Tonight Charles is taking me to Patchogue to meet the coaches of many Long Island teams. There will be hors d'oeurves and drinks too.

I'm very excited!

Tonight Charles is sleeping over and tomorrow we are picking up Remi.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all the good he has given me.

Thank you.


Later:   It was a wonderful night in Patchogue.  We met the coaches of all the Stonybrook teams and had drinks and hors d'oeures with them!

Tuesday, August 27, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A QUIET DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to wake up healthy and happy.

Today will be a quiet Tuesday filled with chores and wonderful memories of the weekend.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, August 26, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL MONDAY WITH CHARLES

 I am grateful to the Almighty for the wonderful weekend that I'm having with Charles.

Today is Monday and we are going to Brooklyn to celebrate Michael's birthday.

More Later:

Charles and I had a wonderful day with Michael and Lola celebrating his 35th birthday culminating in a delicious dinner at a Mexican restaurant in Park Slope.

Thank you Almighty for this amazing weekend.

I am grateful.

Sunday, August 25, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A FUN FILLED SUNDAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because I am going to have a fun filled Sunday.

Charles and I are going to a Yankee Game!!!!

I am very excited.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.


Later:   The game was so much fun.  Aaron Judd hit his 50th and 51st home run and we got to see it.  Dinner was at Mario's and we had a really wonderful day!!

Saturday, August 24, 2024

GRATEFUL THAT TODAY IS THE SABBATH

 I am grateful to the Almighty because today is the Sabbath.

I will be going to services to thank the Almighty for a wonderful week with Dana and especially Madalyn.  How I love that little girl!!

Charles is spending the weekend and we will be going to the pool.  Tomorrow we will be going to a Yankee game.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all the joy in my life.

Thank you.

Monday, August 19, 2024

GRATEFUL THAT DANA AND MADALYN ARE VISITING

 I am grateful to the Almighty because Dana and Madalyn are visiting me for a few days.

They will be here until Friday.  I will post after they leave.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday:

We went to the pool on Tuesday and had a fabulous time there.  We ate on the deck. I made chicken.  Madalyn and I slept together.

Wednesday:

It was a wonderful day.  We went to the butcher, to Trader Joe's and put gas in my vehicle.  Madalyn had flushed paper towels down the toilet and Karen and Bob came to the rescue.  I spoke with Judith too.  We went to the pool and again it was a beautiful day so we ate on the deck.


Thursday:

It was another wonderful day.  We brought Matzah in for his medicinal bath.  We went to Incredible Feet and bought Madalyn sneakers.  We picked up my medication and found the Claire's Jewelry that Madalyn wanted.  Madalyn got a manicure and had a haircut and blowout at ID.  We picked up the dog and we are going out to dinner.  Dinner was wonderful.  We went to Golden Temple and had a great time.


Friday:

Madalyn and Dana went home. Their vacation is over.  I will miss them.

Sunday, August 18, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A QUIET SUNDAY WITH CHARLES

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me a quiet Sunday with Charles.

It's raining.  We are indoors.  Thunderstorms later!!

We were able to watch an episode of Industry.  We bought a chicken and walked at the track. I made a delicious dinner and we ate on the deck......

We have decided to get married in May!   Wow!

We have an appointment to purchase cemetery plots in the

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Saturday, August 17, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW LIFE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He is allowing me to live a new and wonderful life.

Yesterday was a lovely quiet day.  I had my hair blown out and I walked at The Home Depot.  I read, spoke to Margie, had a visit with Karen and Bob, did some cleaning, prepared Shabbat, and spoke to Charles.

Today I will be going to services and I hope to walk at The Home Depot.  Charles will be spending the weekend.

We are going to a party at The Knights of Columbus tonight.  It should be a lot of fun!!

I am grateful to the Almighty for my quiet life.

Thank you!

Friday, August 16, 2024

GRATEFUL THAT TONIGHT IS THE SABBATH

 I am grateful to the Almighty because tonight is the Sabbath.

I did so much this week and I'm really tired.

I'm very happy about all of this.  Today will be a quiet day.  I will get my hair blown out and walk.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Thursday, August 15, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A CALM DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty for waking up to a calm day.

It's true that I have PTSD.  It makes it hard to get up in the morning because the "nerves" kick in. However once I'm up to start the day I realize how grateful I am to the Almighty because no one is here to abuse me.  I can smile.

Today consists of a dental cleaning and getting the oil changed on my SUV.

I am hoping to walk also.

Thank you Almighty for always being there for me.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR LOVE IN MY LIFE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to feel really deep love.

Charles arrived yesterday afternoon and just left this morning.  He was part of the conversation that I had with Dom about my will.   We had dinner on the deck.  It's so much fun to cook in my new kitchen.  

Charles left this morning after walking Matzah and eating some cottage cheese.  We will chat tonight.

Today is a calmer day than yesterday.  Matzah will take a medicinal bath.  I hope to walk at The Home Depot and I'm getting my nails done at 3.

Tonight's dinner is salmon which I will make in my new kitchen.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all that He has done for me.

Thank you.

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because I woke up to a beautiful new day.

I am happy and healthy waiting to start a busy day in my life.

I have to get to Trader Joe's and ShopRite as there is no food in this house due to vacations with my beloved.

I have to pick up Matzah from Plainview Animal.

I'm going to have breakfast in my brand new kitchen.

Today both Dom and Charles are coming to work on my will.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this beautiful new day.

Thank you.

Monday, August 12, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL VACATION WITH CHARLES

 I am grateful to the Almighty for the wonderful vacation that I had with Charles.

We went to Southampton and stayed in the Southampton Inn.

It was wonderful.  Our days were filled with the pool, walking, the beach, restaurants, art galleries and wineries.

We celebrated our 4th anniversary by going to Riverhead and staying in a Marriot so we could visit Pindar and the Jason Winery and have dinner at Tweed's.

May the Almighty bless us with long healthy and happy lives together.

Thank you.

Monday, August 5, 2024

GRATEFUL

I am grateful to the Almighty for all the joy in my life.

Thank you.

GRATEFUL FOR A VACATION WITH MY LOVE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because  He is sending me o a vacation to Southampton with my love.

Thank you!

Sunday, August 4, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty for the new life that He has given me.

It is a richer life filled with joy and happiness. Charles and I were at the pool yesterday and it was fun speaking to lots of people.

We had a delicious dinner at Moku.

Today we are going to the barbecue at PJC and I'm proud to bring Charles there.

Tomorrow we leave for our next vacation in Southampton and a magical trip to Riverhead to celebrate our 4th anniversary on August 11.

Thank you Almighty for the new life that You have chosen for me.

I am grateful. 

Saturday, August 3, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR LOVE

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to feel real love.

I love Charles and he loves me.  It grows stronger with each passing day.

Charles will be here this weekend and we leave for Southampton and our anniversary weekend on Monday August 5.

He is arriving after I return from services at PJC and we will be spending the afternoon at the pool and going out to dinner.

I couldn't be happier.

Thank you Almighty for allowing me to feel really loved.

I am grateful.

Friday, August 2, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR THE JOYS IN MY LIFE

 I am grateful to the Almighty for all the joys in my life.

My kitchen counters and backsplashes look amazing.

Freddy will finish the job!

I am getting ready for my next vacation!  Charles and I will be going to Southhampton starting on Monday August 4th and will be there until Friday August 8.  We will return to St. James on Friday and on Sunday we will be going to Riverhead to celebrate our fourth anniversary!!!

Today will be a day of paying bills, going to CVS, packing and walking.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all that He has done for me.

Thank you.

Thursday, August 1, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL WEEK WITH CHARLES

 I am grateful to the Almighty because I had a wonderful week with Charles.

I drove out to our apartment in St. James after services last Saturday and I just returned today.

I had a wonderful week with Charles filled with the beach........a film.....concerts......dinner out.....shopping for wine for our trip to Southhampton which starts Monday......sitting outside on the deck....sleeping together....7/11 coffee.....All Souls Church......walking and exploring.

It was a wonderful vacation.

I truly love Charles.

I came home to see Freddy and the workers put the backsplash in my kitchen.   I paid and tipped them and Freddy will finish to job.

I am grateful to the Almighty for the good in my life.

Thank you.

Saturday, July 27, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR ACCEPTING THE PRESENT

 I am grateful to the Almighty because I am learning to accept the present from him.

Hilary hurt me a great deal when after Charles and I chose a cemetery......she texted me that when the time comes......she may not be able to visit because it's far away from her father.  I was amazed at this and hurt too.  After a while I realized that this is who she has always been and I can't change her.  I moved on into the moment and found myself much happier.

Yesterday was a really busy day.  I got my hair blown out.......walked at The Home Depot .........bought a beautiful pair of Chanel sunglasses.....gassed up the car..... mailed a bill at the post office.....had dinner at Pasteria.

Today I will attend services and then Matzah and I will head out to St. James.  I need to come back Tuesday for a bit because my countertops are being put in but then I'll go back to St. James until Thursday.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all that He has done for me.

Thank you.

Friday, July 26, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR LIVING IN THE NOW

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has taught me to live in the NOW.

Today is a beautiful day.  The sun is finally out.  The humidity is low. I'm going to get my chores done. I'm going to get my hair blown out after that wonderful manicure/pedicure that I had yesterday.  I will try to go to the pool too.  I will walk too.

I've been going out to dinner all week because Freddy took down my counter tops and backsplashes.

Tomorrow I will be at PJC services and then Matzah and I will head out to St. James until Wednesday.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all that He has done for me.

Thank you.

Thursday, July 25, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR MY ACCOMPLISHMENTS

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has been by my side and has helped me to achieve my goals. 

The Almighty has sent Freddy who is my friend and handyman and recently is helping me to put new countertops and backsplashes in my kitchen...and I'm getting a new sink and faucet too. Freddy speaks Spanish so he is able to talk to the company that I'm using where everyone speaks Spanish.

Charles is a dream come true.  Yesterday we went to Locust Valley to the cemetery and found a place where we would like to be buried together.  I am so grateful that Charles in in my life.

Dana will NOT be coming today and so I have a free day to BE.  I'm going to walk and get a manicure/pedicure.

Thank you Almighty for being there in my life and helping to guide me.

I am grateful.


Wednesday, July 24, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR THE EXCITEMENT IN MY LIFE

I am grateful to the Almighty for all the excitement that He has chosen to give me.

My kitchen countertops and backsplash are finally being redone in granite!!!!  It will look absolutely beautiful.  The entire kitchen is upside down so I don't have to shop or cook!!!  I've been going out for dinner.

Charles will be here this morning as we are going to look for cemetery plots as I really don't want to be buried next to The Creature.  I hope that the Almighty lets me live a long time!  I really love those little grandkids the I have.  Charlie and I will be buried together!!!

Thank you Almighty for all the joy in my life.

I am grateful. 

Tuesday, July 23, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty for a new day.

I am healthy.  I am happy.

Last night I hosted Mahjong at my house.  It was lots of fun.

Today will be a busy day.  Matzah is going for his bath.  I've got errands to do and phone calls to make. Freddy is coming to rip out the old kitchen counter and back splash so that the company can begin the process of putting in my new one.

I will walk....I will read....I will go out to dinner.

It's a good day.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Monday, July 22, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR AN AMAZING MONDAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty for the amazing Monday that He has given me.

Freddy and I went to Babylon to order a new counter top/backsplash/sink and faucet for my kitchen. It's wonderful having Freddy with me to order items and I get to ride in his truck.  He will be here tomorrow morning taking down the old counter top.  Then I'm to call the new company and they will re-measure and begin the work.

Dom texted me that I will keep Martin's pension until I die which means that I can marry Charlie if I choose to!

I'm having dinner in The Hicksville Diner and playing Mahjong in my house.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all of this.

Thank you.

Sunday, July 21, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL WEEKEND

 I am grateful to the Almighty for the wonderful weekend that He has chosen to give to me.

I attended services and then the fun began!!!

Yesterday was an amazing day!    Remi came and Charles and I spent the afternoon with Remi at the pool.....and then dinner at Pasteria which was a lot of fun.

Today Charles needed to go to a prayer service at ALL OULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH so Remi and I are going to breakfast and all sorts of other things......

More later...........Remi lost a tooth when I took him to The Hicksville Diner for breakfast.  We went to The Cottage Car Wash so Remi could see a vehicle et washed and The Tooth Fairy told me to take him to JB Toy Store to buy him presents and that's where we went next.  Then we went to Denny's to get him a baseball cap and lastly we went to Woodbury Kosher because I was making chicken for Charles and I for dinner and Remi had never been to a butcher.

We picked up Charles at home and went to The Plainview pool to swim and hang out with Remi's mommy and daddy.

They went home and I prepared drinks and a delicious barbecue for Charlie and me.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.


Saturday, July 20, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR THE SABBATH

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me a beautiful Sabbath and I can share it with Charles.

Today I went to services and came home to put my bathing suit on.

Hilary and Izzy are bringing Remi to stay for the weekend and we're going to the pool.

Dinner will be tonight at Pasteria....the little guys favorite place.

Thank you Almighty for a wonderful Sabbath.

I am grateful.

Thursday, July 18, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR THE JOY IN MY LIFE

 I am grateful to the Almighty for all the joy in my life.

Last night I attended the Sisterhood MahJong Tournament at PJC.    Although I didn't win,  I had a lot of fun.  I came home to tell Charles all about it.

Today Dan is coming to fertilize my flowers.  We had terrible thunderstorms last night and everything is wet.  Matzah was so scared that he peed on the floor.

I'm getting my hair colored and blown out to.

I hope o walk at The Home Depot later and do some grocery shopping because Charlie will be here for Sabbath dinner tomorrow night and Remi will be here for the weekend.

Thank you Almighty for the joy in my life.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, July 17, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me a new day with all of its adventures.

I had a wonderful day yesterday with Dana.  I picked her up at the Hicksville Train Station and we spent the entire day together.  We talked.....we walked at The Huntington Mall....we ate dinner at Mario's.  It truly was a wonderful day.

Today is a quieter one but no less exciting.  Matzah is going for s medicinal bath and I have therapy with Judith.   I have food shopping to do because Remi is coming this weekend and tonight I have a MahJong Tournament.   I played Monday night at Rhonnie's house after dinner at Greek XPress and won 2 games.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this new day.

Thank you.

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR THE GOODNESS IN MY LIFE

 I am grateful to the Almighty for the goodness in my life that He has given me.

It's true that I wake up with PTSD.....BUT that fades slowly as I think of all the things that the Almighty has helped me to accomplish.

I cleaned the house yesterday, walked at The Home Depot, read, spoke to friends and played Mahjong.

Today Dana is coming to hang out and maybe sleep over.

I'm very excited.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful for all that You have done for me.

Monday, July 15, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR LEARNING TO LOVE MYSELF


 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has helped me to learn to love myself.

Charles and I had a wonderful weekend.  We went to a MET game with Barbara and Joel and had a  great time.  Charles took me out to dinner at Mario's.   Yesterday we went to the pool and I made flounder for dinner.... and we watched Faye Dunaway and sat on the deck.  It was a glorious evening.

I rested with walking at Sunken Meadow with him this morning and decided against it as I was really sleepy.  I am learning to love and take care of myself.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.


Saturday, July 13, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR FREEDOM

 I am grateful to the Almighty for the freedom that He has given me.

This morning it rained terribly and I did not go to services.  I could make this decision because The Creature is no longer alive making it unsafe for me to stay home.  It is a quiet morning and later I will say my prayers.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Friday, July 12, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR OPENING TO NEW ADVENTURES




 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to experience new adventures.

Last night was a wonderful example.  My cab service took Charles and me  to Soho to enjoy hors d'oeuvres and drinks to celebrate the alumni of Gannon University on a rooftop facing parts of NYC.  All I can say is, "WOW."

Today will be a quieter day filled with food shopping, walking and reading.

It is the beginning of the Sabbath.

Last night was  wonderful adventure.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.


Thursday, July 11, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR EXCITEMENT

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to have excitement in my life.

Tonight I'm going into Manhattan....to Greenwich Village....to a rooftop party hosted by the alumni of Gannon University and of course I'm going with Charles.

Yesterday I got a manicure and a special blowout for this event.

Yesterday I also paid bills, went to the bank and post office, picked up Matzah from the vet, and went to a Sisterhood Book discussion.

Today is so exciting!!!!   I do have to go to the periodontist though and take Matzah for a bath too.


Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Wednesday, July 10, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR MIRACLES


 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has chosen to give me a miracle.

My life has become a miracle.

I am so in love with Charles.........so happy with him........

Our life is awesome together.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.





Tuesday, July 9, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR BEING IN LOVE





 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to fall in love.

Thank you Almighty for a wonderful vacation.

I am grateful.

Monday, July 1, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR COURAGE AND RESILIENCE

 I am grateful to the Almighty for the courage and resilience that He has given me.

My entire life changed after The Creature died and the Almighty gave me the courage to move on.

Today the journey continues as Charles and I leave for a vacation in Wildwood Crest New Jersey.

Thank you Almighty for giving me courage and the resilience to move on.

I am grateful.

Sunday, June 30, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR EXPRESSING ALL MY EMOTIONS

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has allowed me to express all of my emotions.

I am single.  I live by myself.  I can express all of my emotions to myself.

I NEVER could do that before BUT I can do that now.

It's not easy because I was abused and kept my feelings to myself so that I wouldn't continue to be abused.

NOW I'M FREE TO EXPRESS MY FEELINGS AND EMOTIONS.

What brought this about was that the love of my life will be coming today.

Tomorrow Charles and I will be going to Wildwood Crest for a 10 day vacation.

My feelings are all over the place.

Thank you Almighty for being there for me.

I am grateful.



Saturday, June 29, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A QUIET SABBATH

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me a quiet Sabbath.

I attended services and arrived home to Matzah and and a peaceful house.

Charlie will be arriving tomorrow afternoon.

We are both in the process of packing for our vacation to Wildwood Crest starting on Monday.

I am grateful to the Almighty for the peace that this Sabbath brings me.

Thank you.

Friday, June 28, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR FEELING BLSSED



 I am grateful to the Almighty because I feel that He has truly blessed me with a wonderful life.

Hilary contacted Charles and me to plan another overnight for Remi and of course we said YES.

My week at the apartment was wonderful filled with Long Beach, a union boat cruise, nights on the deck, Native-American Meditation, dinner at The Mill House Inn in Centerport and just being together and in love.

Today I left early as Charles was going to play golf.

I'm back in Plainview doing chores and getting ready for the next vacation to Wildwood Crest which begins Monday.

I'm already packing.

Thank you Almighty for blessing me.

I am grateful.


Monday, June 24, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR MY DREAMS COMING TRUE


 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has made my dreams come true.

I am in love with a wonderful man.

I am now spending a week in the apartment that I share with Charlie.  It's a dream come true because although I loved my condo in Westhampton it was uncomfortable because of the Creature eery time that I went there.

I came back to Plainview because Matzah needed a medicinal bath.  I will return to Charlie.....our home.....and St. James tonight.

I'm so in love that as I write this I'm smiling.

Thank you Almighty for all you have done for me.

I am grateful.


Saturday, June 22, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL "VACATION" IN THE APARTMENT"

I am grateful to the Almighty because He has made it possible for me to have a "vacation'" at the apartment.

I will be going to services today and to pick up Matzah's medication.  Charlie and Dan will be placing my flower pots on the deck.

This afternoon I will be driving to St. James to spend the week with my love.

I am beyond excited.

Thank you Almighty for this gift.

I am grateful.

Friday, June 21, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR ALL THAT THE ALMIGHTY HAS GIVEN ME

 I am grateful to the Almighty for all that He has given me.

I have the love of a wonderful man.

I have loving children and grandchildren.

Thanks to the Almighty I have grown tremendously in the past 6 years.  I saw that on Monday when I accidentally met up with my brother and yesterday when he called me.

My friends Karen and Bob will be visiting this morning.

I'm going to get my hair blown out and then walk and get ready for my vacation in St. James.

Thank you Almighty for all the good in my life.

I am grateful.

Thursday, June 20, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty for this beautiful new day.

We are in the middle of a severe heat wave but it's nice and cool in the house.

Mike will be here to fix my alarm along with Freddy.

I've got laundry to do and fish to buy.

I've got a book to read.

i will walk at The Home Depot too.

Life is calm and quiet.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Wednesday, June 19, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR SAFETY AND SECURITY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has made me feel safe and secure in life.

I wake up each day calm and collected with a plan for the day.

Today there was a disturbance with Dan the landscaper but it was worked out.

I'm having my hair blown out and my nails done.

Matzah is going for a grooming.

I'm having dinner with Margie.

Life is good.   Life is calm.

I feel a sense of safety and security.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Tuesday, June 18, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty for a beautiful new day......the next couple of days will be a heat wave.

I am happy and healthy and joyful.

I came home from our apartment and met the girls at the Hicksville Diner for dinner.  I hosted Mahjong at my house.

Freddy had to come over because the alarm isn't working.....Mike will be here Thursday at 10.

Thank you Almighty for all the joy in my life.

I am grateful. 

Monday, June 17, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR THE ALMIGHTY'S BLESSINGS





 I am grateful to the Almighty for all the blessings in my life.

Today is Dana's birthday.  She is 45.  Hopefully the divorce will be over soon.

I was blessed with a wonderful Father's Day weekend with Charles and his family.


Thursday, June 13, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW LIFE

 I m grateful to the Almighty because He has given me a new life.

Living in my house is wonderful.  There is peace and quiet.

I went to dinner with Margie yesterday and had a wonderful time.

Today Matzah will be boarded and I will be getting my hair straightened!

I will be driving to St. James as Charles and I begin our weekend vacation in Easthampton with his children.

I am beyond excited.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Wednesday, June 12, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR REST





 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me the ability to rest and relax and rejuvenate.

I could never do this in by gone years BUT now I can. 

Danny finished planing flowers.  Freddy and Tulia are almost done with the deck.


Today is a more easy going day.  I'm packing for our weekend vacation in Easthampton with Charlie's kids.  I'm very excited.  I'm also having dinner with Margie.

I'm grateful to be able to rest as I get older.

Thank you Almighty.

I am grateful.

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A NEW DAY

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me this new day.

I am happy and healthy and I'm home in Plainview.

Today I will be cleaning the house.....reading and walking.

Tonight I will be at PJC at 7:30 to begin the holiday of Shavout.

I am grateful to the Almighty for all that He has given me.

Thank you.

Monday, June 10, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL LIFE WITH CHARLES

 I am grateful to the Almighty because He has given me a wonderful life with Charles.

This weekend we were in Plainview on Saturday night. 




We went out to dinner with Ray and Cheryl Perlman.........of course we went to Mario's and then came back to the house.

Sunday we left for St. James and had a quiet day culminating in Charles making a meatloaf for dinner.......

Today we went out to lunch with Anita and Ray......they hadn't yet seen our apartment.  It was so much fun.

Now I'm home and will be here until Thursday night when I will be leaving for St James and an Friday....out to Easthampton to vacation with Charles' children and their partners.

Life is so good.

I am so grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.

Saturday, June 8, 2024

GRATEFUL FOR A WONDERFUL SITTING EXPERIENCE WITH CHARLES

I am grateful to the Almighty because He allowed me to create a memorable visit with Madelyn and Remi.......together again.

 This could not have been accomplished without Charles in my life.

I am grateful to the Almighty for this.

Thank you.