Thoughts and stories, by Pal

Dear readers, I know I haven't written much lately.  I have been getting used to life here in an Assisted Living Center, a very nice one, with activities and a thriving Branch of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  I hope to make more entries soon, and more regular.  I am 89 years old at this point in time, and have a slipped or herniated disc in my back.  It can be painful at times, but I do have things that help.  I hope you enjoy this article from LDS Living.  and Merry Christmas to all of you! LATTER-DAY SAINT LIFE You can let go of a ‘perfect’ Christmas: The reminder from a psychologist we all need this season By  Dr. David T. Morgan   December 15, 2023 12:41 PM MST Email Print Shutterstock One of my favorite characters from Christmas lore is Ebeneezer Scrooge. Prior to his transformation, he has no love for Christmas. Perhaps some of us can relate to his grumpy demeanor when we feel overwhelmed by Christmas celebrations. And, like Scrooge we are likely surrounde

  Dear Readers of my blog:     I know I haven't put anything new on for a couple of months!  I'll tell you briefly why!  I was getting close to getting another shot for my hip, where I have a slipped, or herniated disc!  I wasn't able to sit at my computer as much.  But my life has changed lately!        My husband Wayne was in the Korean War, but was sent to Europe instead of Korea.  Because he was in the army during a war time, I have been entitled to a Veteran's Widow allotment, they call it.  We applied in June, and in October it became available!  So I had planned when I was able to come to Fairfield Village Assisted Living in Layton, Utah.  I am grateful for that additional help to pay for this nice place, with a lot of medical care available, and good food, entertainment, a great Branch of the Church, etc. etc.  You can look it up on the internet if you'd like!      So I have been here since October 28th, and my dear sister Vina Ruth passed away on October 27