I'm working today. (Well, I'm at the flower shop anyhow). A woman comes in to see Joanna, who isn't here this morning. This lady said she kept up with Joanna through "the forum and facebook" - Well, being the nosey person I am, I ask her name and Wa-laa, it's Roma Jean. So I say, "Hi, I'm Flo" and of course she knew immediately and I got my hug for the day. What a delightful and friendly lady. Believe she and I could sit down and talk for hours. Nice to meet you in person, Roma Jean. That's two forumite's I've met this week.
I introduced myself to Roma Jean at the funeral yesterday. Nice to get to know one another. Barbara
She is a delightful little gal, that is for sure.
Thanks for the kind words. I so look forward to getting moved back to Elk Co in the coming months. Then we can all sit down and talk for hours. Hey, I love to play Mexican Train Domino's. Party at Roma's.
We can play Mexican train at the Donut shop.
Great Debbie....Party at the Donut Shop. Staying over at the house in Moline tonight and getting a massage from Teresa in the morning and then back to Springfield. Boy, do I have a lot of work to do to get this move done. I look forward to having it done.
I think that Roma Jean is going to be a great asset to our little community. Welcome home, Roma Jean.
Which house did you buy? i was in Moline yesterday. Enjoyed a peaceful relaxing day with sister and her husband. Good food and new memories. Practiced some kayaking in the lake. Hardest part was getting this old body in and out of the vessel. Sat on the dock letting the perch nibble on our toes. Rhonda and Ken did a few fireworoks. Watched a little Bonanza with John during the storm. The storm was was a little scary.
Driving around Moline, noticed the Brogan house or long ago, it was the Lewis house, had been demolished. What a sad and empty feeling. :( :( :( So many memories. Enough space there now for a North End Park.
Sorry I didn't get you called Ole Granny. I don't know if you know that Jack Durbin passed away and he was my oldest neice's father. We had been talking about me moving in there for awhile, expecting Jack to go in a nursing home. As it turns out he went in the nursing home on a Thursday and died that Sunday. I came down and did the graveside service for him on last Thursday. There was a very good turn out for that and I know the family really appreciated everyone's coming by. Anyway, I'm not buying it, but will be living in it. Getting moved totally will be a process. We are all excited about working on the house and spending time there. I still have to sell my house and pack up all my things. What a job. Good thing we don't have to be in a big hurry about getting it all done. It is a family project. I feel so blessed to be a part of the family. Dana said, "they've had you down there long enough, it's our turn now." It is wonderful for me. I already feel at home there and meet new people everytime I go. I do look forward to being a part of the community and meeting everyone not just in town, but in the county.
Thank you Janet. I look forward to meeting you. I am official enough to have a PO Box already. Number 55. I may even send myself something to open for my next trip down. :laugh: :laugh:
Roma Jean, that made me laugh. Send yourself something so you will have something to open. LOL You will get plenty of junk mail. Don't worry.
This may make you laugh Janet. I was laying in bed this morning, just on the edge of waking up when my cell phone rang. For some reason I actually answered it. This very serious sounding young man said.."May I speak to the owner or manager of this business?" I thought for a second and then said "NO". He immediately said, "Why is that mam?" and I answered.."Because I don't want to talk to you." and hung up. :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: I just laid there and laughted for awhile. I think I"ll use that line again.
Love it. Thanks for the great idea. I envy you getting to move to Elk County. I hope to go back for another visit someday.
Years ago, I answered the phone one afternoon to hear what was obviously a teen aged boy. He said, "Hello, I was just sitting here this afternoon and thought I would call so we could talk about sex". Somehow I kept my composure long enough to tell him, " Okay, just what is it you wanted to know?" After much sputtering and uh, uh, uh, he hung up! Lol! He never called again, and I have had years of merriment over his embarrassment. :D
Great one sixdogs. Ms Bear, when you come for a visit, let us know so we can have an Elk Forum get together and meet you. I feel so blessed to have this opportunity to get out of the city.
I like you new profile picture ~~~~~~~~~~~
Thanks Jo. That is my little Bingo dog. Also known as the Momma's Boy.