Thursday, May 31, 2007

A Cathedral


A Cathedral, originally uploaded by ujima.

That's what Debbie says it's called. Curling irons and a stove. At
Exhale Beauty Salon enjoying the head massage and hair wash.
Today the conversation was about the 60 yo woman who gave birth
to twins. We all felt that she is selfish and feel sympathy for the
babies who are being cared for by two nannies. The mother, a
psychologist, is going back to work at the end of the month.

It's *very* hot and humid today! Yesterday the weatherperson
advised that seniors not go out today. But there I was walking
and doing errands. Can't live by temperatures. But I didn't see
the usual oldsters out; but there were four of us in the salon.

All-u-can-eat Chinese @ the clubhouse @ 7. Better get the
newspapers read so I'll be ready to go and enjoy the fresh veg
and shrimp.

Wednesday, May 30, 2007

Sunny day,sunny cycle


Sunny day,sunny cycle, originally uploaded by ujima.

Sunny munchin'


Sunny munchin', originally uploaded by ujima.

In the cold pool water for a short time. Then sitting poolside
crunchin' and munchin', finishin' the crosswords.

Tuesday, May 29, 2007

No There There


No There There, originally uploaded by ujima.

11:42 the bus was due
waiting against the wall
for a trip to the mall
but when i got there
i had a scare
some things that *were* there
were nowhere
to be found

Mall Additions


Mall Additions, originally uploaded by ujima.

what lightened my puzzled mood
was that we're getting a whole foods
a store of fantastic veg and fruit
and all kids of organic things
that will suit
my diet

so i shopped macy's, the $ store
fye and more
ate a subway salad
bought a new billy j ballad
and returned home
feeling sunny
because of the sales i'd spent
very little money

Sunday, May 27, 2007

Hawaiian Goodness


Hawaiian Goodness, originally uploaded by ujima.

My neighbors came by yesterday and *did* bring the goodies I
was hoping for. I had a cup of delicious Kona as soon as they left.

Master T


Master T, originally uploaded by ujima.

The pool opening and pig roast was *yesterday* and not Monday!
When I stopped there yesterday about 5, the pork was gone and so
was the pig's head.

The captain of my team in the cancer walk received her master's
last Sunday. Her family gave her a surprise party so I went over
to the café.Good food and friends I hadn't seen in some time.
There was a torrid rainstorm with continuous sheets of flashing
lightning. We stood at the large front windows and marveled
at the continuous brightness.

Friday, May 25, 2007

Poolbrellas


Poolbrellas, originally uploaded by ujima.

he pool will open formally on Monday--roasted pig, music,etc.
Everything's cleaned up and lined up nicely

Tanners


Tanners, originally uploaded by ujima.

Walked out to gym for training. Stopped at the mailbox and noticed
pool gates were open so I decided to enter that way. People, mostly
kids in that *freezing* cold water! People rubbing each other with oil,
lying out working on their tans. Glad I have a beautiful permanent one.
88º and hot sun. Guess I'll have to start wearing a hat (which I hate to
do). I don't have a hat face.

Thursday, May 24, 2007

kohl.kamera


kohl.kamera, originally uploaded by ujima.

Another sunny day. No humidity (yuck!!!) yet. Ran into Clinton while
walking. His MIL was here from Hawaii. He said he has something
for me. Do you smell Kona Coffee? I hope so!

Doing errands and then met Mom & Sis in Kohl's where I helped
Mom pick out two pair of white pants. Sis sensibly went right to the
80% off rack where she got some great shirts.

I love to take pictures of cameras that are taking pictures of me.

Wednesday, May 23, 2007

New Plantings


New Plantings, originally uploaded by ujima.

Noticed so many new plantings as I did a 30 minute walk around
the nabe this afternoon. Some are so beautiful. Of course my eyes
are watering, I'm sneezing and barking like a dog from the pollen, etc;
but I do enjoy the beautiful flowers!

Stopped in Kohl's to get some exercise shorts. They're on sale
*and* we seniors get out 15% discount today. Nice one.

Tuesday, May 22, 2007

The Buried Truth


The Buried Truth, originally uploaded by ujima.

African American History is American History


black.jamestown, originally uploaded by ujima.

On the balcony readng. Previously, I'd read the now highly popular, "Jamestown the Buried
Truth" byWilliam M. Kelso in which Africans were not mentioned at all. Guess they were a
part of the buried truth.

Cold Pool


Cold Pool, originally uploaded by ujima.

Monday
BSis went with Mom to opthamologist. I went to gym later to work
out with Sue. Love the stretching at the end!

Later BSis & I went to Eckerd to get Mom's meds. Then we went
to sit on the pool deck to have some beers and some convo. 6:30
pm and 65º and some people were in the pool!! The water had
to be *really* cold but they were swimming and playing volleyball!
They got out before I got their picture.

The pool doesn't even open until May 30th but people
are in that freezing cold water anyway!

I don't go in until after July 4th when it is finally warm enough.
Different strokes..

Sunday, May 20, 2007

Porch Sitter


Porch Sitter, originally uploaded by ujima.

Sisters visiting again. BSis came up on train after church in Baltimore.
Sis came over with some really fresh stringbeans to be cooked for
dinner. They sat out on the porch and talked to Mom. I stayed inside
and read the newspapers.
Waiting on lemon crunch pie...

Saturday, May 19, 2007

Gorgas Park


Gorgas Park, originally uploaded by ujima.

est. 1895
There was a flea market today to raise $$
to send bedding and other necessities to
the troops.

Gorgas Friends


Gorgas Friends, originally uploaded by ujima.

The Friends of Gorgas Park do a *stellar*
job in caring for the park!

Flea Market Sign


Flea Market Sign, originally uploaded by ujima.

Operation Bedding


Operation Bedding, originally uploaded by ujima.

Vet Bikes


Vet Bikes, originally uploaded by ujima.

A group of vets I see often in the nabe were
there on their bikes.

singer


singer, originally uploaded by ujima.

tables


tables, originally uploaded by ujima.

We didn't buy anything because we have all
of those things at home. So we gave a donation
and left after a short while.

crowd


crowd, originally uploaded by ujima.

Band


Band, originally uploaded by ujima.

Today is Armed Forces Day.

adamconboymemorialfund.org

sponsored a flea market in Gorgas Park
to raise $10K for Operation Bedding to
buy sheets and other things the troops need
and to send the articles to them.

Friday, May 18, 2007

Little Fox


Little Fox, originally uploaded by ujima.

Some boys were sitting on the step of the hair salon. One was
holding a little fox he had brought up out of the park where they
had been fishing. Luckily a man came by who knew the boys and
their families. He made them get in his car and drove them back
to the park so they could return it to its home. The boys were not
happy, but all of us were and I'm sure the little fox will be.

Tuesday, May 15, 2007

Primary Day


Primary Day, originally uploaded by ujima.

I *was* going to vote for Jesus White, the homeless guy, but when
I got in the booth, I remembered the import of who our next mayor would be and
voted for whom I think will be best for Philadelphia.

We went to Roxburger (roxburger.com) for some *delicious* *fresh*
stuffed burgers. To reward ourselves for voting, we had brownies
with vanilla icecream and whipped cream. Good citizen's reward :)

Monday, May 14, 2007

Freesia


Freesia, originally uploaded by ujima.

Saw a brown rabbit on the parking lot when I came out of the gym.
We stared at each other for a while and then he hopped away.
As i was talking with Sue, he hopped back and then hopped away
again. Wonder what he wanted. Hope he'll be careful

Bought this lovely freesia at the market. Bought some 41ç stamps.
BSis had left for Baltimore by the time i returned home.

Sis began her daily radiation treatments today. I wish she had
seen that bunny.

Sunday, May 13, 2007

Church on Mother's Day


Church on Mother's Day, originally uploaded by ujima.

Mom's church, Roxborough Presbyterian, is
just up the hill, two blocks from home.

Mom & BSis


Mom & BSis, originally uploaded by ujima.

Sis came up from Baltimore to celebrate Mom
on Mother's Day.

Solaris Grille Bar


Solaris Grille Bar, originally uploaded by ujima.

Waiting at the bar for our table. Big Mother's
Day crowd.

Lunch laughs


Lunch laughs, originally uploaded by ujima.

Joking around while waiting for food.

us@lunch


us@lunch, originally uploaded by ujima.

Steak & eggs


Steak & Eggs, originally uploaded by ujima.

and potatoes too!
Sis still wearing the sleeve because of her
lymphedema.

French toast & bacon


French toast & bacon, originally uploaded by ujima.

Yummie in the tummie!

Geranium pot


Geranium pot, originally uploaded by ujima.

We had stopped after church to buy more
plants for the balcony.

Mandevilla


Mandevilla, originally uploaded by ujima.

another of my favorites

Saturday, May 12, 2007

Solicitations!


Solicitations!, originally uploaded by ujima.

Spending hours today on the balcony writing 45 personal notes
to those who don't have email asking for donations for my walk
in the Relay for Life. My goal is $1000. I'm presently @ $377.
Last year I raised $1500+. Why didn't I mail them out before
the rate went up to forty-one cents? Procrastination, thy name
is Ujima!

the walker


the walker, originally uploaded by ujima.

Friday, May 11, 2007

Wildflowers


Wildflowers, originally uploaded by ujima.

Road flowers


Road flowers, originally uploaded by ujima.

Walking the road on the way home from the gym so I could pick
these wild flowers. I know the picture's blurry. I'm tired. It's 85º
and the humidity has returned. Summer is not my favorite season.
The heat and humidity sap my strength. As I don't drive, I'm always
walking. Not complaining. Glad I can get around to everywhere
so well. I feel a trip coming on.

Thursday, May 10, 2007

Ott's


Ott's, originally uploaded by ujima.

ott.building


ott.building, originally uploaded by ujima.

archway


archway, originally uploaded by ujima.

koi&turtle


koi&turtle, originally uploaded by ujima.

hibiscus


hibiscus, originally uploaded by ujima.

pink


pink, originally uploaded by ujima.

plants


plants, originally uploaded by ujima.

Cat Nap


Cat Nap, originally uploaded by ujima.

Wednesday went out to Ott's Exotic Plants
in Schwenksville to get some things for the
newly-cleaned porch. Got the hibiscus, my
favorite, and some other plants. Going to a
yard sale on Saturday hoping to find some
plant stands.
Later went to clubhouse for Italian buffet
and a talk by a chiropractor poolside. Mom
liked his style and says she'll go see him.
Here's hoping...

Sunday, May 06, 2007

Just resting today


Just resting today, originally uploaded by ujima.

Saturday, May 05, 2007

Party Central


Party Central, originally uploaded by ujima.