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The new roof looks great! Amazing they were able to get so much done in one day, and thank goodness with rain in the forecast.

@h20skibum from me as well.

It was a very busy week for us here. I hosted a baby ‘sprinkle’ for middle DD Jessica on Saturday. I’d never heard the term but it’s a small, intimate baby shower given when someone is having a second or subsequent baby. Cristina and her family from PA came up for the weekend and we all went out to dinner after the sprinkle. Sunday morning we had everyone here for Cinco de Mayo brunch. So with all that, I’ve been reading along just haven’t had time to comment much. @Luckynana Happy Belated Birthday to your twin daughters. @A&L_Ont Happy Belated Birthday to Owen. @Sea Dog glad to see it looks like your trip is working out great.

The best kind of kitchen helpers!

What a tragic death, Maryann. The anniversaries are always difficult but I hope the memories of him bring you comfort.

Have a great cruise!

Oh my gosh Maryann, I said the same thing to Andy! Spitting image in that picture.

(((Hugs))) for you and your family Jennifer.

@Sea Dog Greg your vacation rental is beautiful. What a great opportunity to get together with old friends and relive “the good old days” (at least that’s what happens when I’m with my high school friends). Try not to let one person spoil the trip for you; why should your vacation be cut short because of one bad apple? I like Ozark’s idea to be slow to anger, although that’s easier said than done. Maybe just say you’ll have to agree to disagree on those topics and leave the room for a while. I hope you have a great 5 days.

Thanks everyone for the encouraging comments about hip replacements. The specialist he was referred to deals only with hip problems and the procedure will be done at the orthopedic surgery center. Barring any complications, he’ll be up and walking before he goes home the day of surgery. The doctor feels that as a healthy, active, 60 year “young”patient, Andy should be fully recovered in 6 weeks, possibly less. So to answer your question @Sea Dog Greg, this shouldn’t interfere with Bella 2.0. I’ll get him there one way or another!

I’ve been avidly reading all the comments about knee and hip replacements. Andy’s had problems with his right knee and hip for a few years, to the point that he walks with a noticeable gimp and has great difficulty putting on a sock and tying a shoe on the right foot. His primary told him it’s likely arthritis and referred him to ortho, which of course he’s ignored. He finally went Thursday (nagging works!) and was told he has severe arthritis in his hip and mild arthritis in the knee. His knee pain is most likely a result of the hip issues. So hip replacement scheduled for Nov 5th. He was given a shot of cortisone with the disclaimer he might only see 10-30% improvement, he says the 10% is about right. I think he put it off out of fear of the surgery, but so many people have told him hip replacement isn’t bad these days, much easier than the knee. Anyone here had this done?

What a wonderful family photo Dani! Happy Anniversary Marietta & Charlie! 💐

@dani negreanu I’m so happy it worked out for your family after all the stress and worrying. I hope you enjoy every minute with them.

This sounds like what @jmh2006 Jennifer and Dave refer to as a “sporgy” !

@aussielozzie18 your photos are just beautiful. @h20skibum what a fun party for your granddaughter! HBD to her. When it comes to keeping stuff from moves or inheritances, it seems there are two types of people. Those that toss out most of it and those that can’t bear to part with anything - and they usually end up married to each other 😂. I’m not sentimental about big things like furniture, china sets, etc. In my mind, if I’m not going to use it, it’s just clutter. Andy on the other hand would keep everything. It’s led to some interesting ‘discussions’ 😉😂.