If we are able to lure her into the trap, we will be taking Miss Hissy to Dr. Blaine for *repairs" tomorrow morning. Details to follow.
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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Saturday, June 26, 2021
June 26, 2021. Eureka Springs, AR. One of Those Days
I don't want to be specific, other than to say that today was a rough one. In fact, this past week has been a rough one, with a number of instances where things didn't come out the way we had planned, some of our friends and family had challenges and difficulties and life seemed to have more choppy water than smooth sailing.
From time to time we all face such situations, but God is still on The Throne, is in control; and we need to step back, take a deep breath and thank Him for His faithfulness and love.
THANK YOU, LORD, FOR YOUR FAITHFULNESS AND LOVE. Thank You, Lord.
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From time to time we all face such situations, but God is still on The Throne, is in control; and we need to step back, take a deep breath and thank Him for His faithfulness and love.
THANK YOU, LORD, FOR YOUR FAITHFULNESS AND LOVE. Thank You, Lord.
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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
June 23, 2021. Holiday Island, AR. Eye Gnats
I have written often about the multitude of critters in Arkansas and how I seem to be a magnet for most of them. My body is a bullseye for chiggers, and this year has been no exception, but the latest member of the attackers list is the eye gnat, also know as the eye fly, grass fly, face fly or fruit fly. They like the fluids in eyes and the nose, so it is easy to get one up your nose or in your eye. The result is either a blast of sneezes or what feels like a boulder in your eye.
It takes a while to stop sneezing, or get the little bugger out of your eye. There is the possibility of an eye infection like pinkeye, but the biggest annoyance is the critter feels like a sharp hot poker has been implanted in your eyeball. With so many fruit trees, flowers, and trees at the cabin, there is no shortage of these pests when I am outside, so wearing close-fitting clear glasses is a necessity.
On the other hand, one of the real enjoyable critters, if there is such a thing, is the lightening bug, or fire fly, or glowworms which have just started to appear at twilight both at the Play and the cabin. As a kid, we used to catch them in a bottle and punch holes in the lid to give them enough air to survive, but now we just enjoy the flashing of their bodies as they show off for us and their prospective mate. The vastness and variety of God's creation is something else.
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It takes a while to stop sneezing, or get the little bugger out of your eye. There is the possibility of an eye infection like pinkeye, but the biggest annoyance is the critter feels like a sharp hot poker has been implanted in your eyeball. With so many fruit trees, flowers, and trees at the cabin, there is no shortage of these pests when I am outside, so wearing close-fitting clear glasses is a necessity.
On the other hand, one of the real enjoyable critters, if there is such a thing, is the lightening bug, or fire fly, or glowworms which have just started to appear at twilight both at the Play and the cabin. As a kid, we used to catch them in a bottle and punch holes in the lid to give them enough air to survive, but now we just enjoy the flashing of their bodies as they show off for us and their prospective mate. The vastness and variety of God's creation is something else.
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Sunday, June 20, 2021
June 20, 2021. Holiday Island,AR. How Hot Is It?
I'm not a fan of all the global warming hype, or doomsday predictions which we hear about on the news. We have created weather "personalities" who thrive on scaring us about how "at risk" we are from hurricanes, tornadoes, storm surges, blizzards, avalanches, floods, tsunamis, earthquakes and a host of other natural "named" disasters and are willing to risk their lives to withstand them all on camera to impress us with their bravery, or is it their stupidity?
All I know for sure is that for the past week, or so, it has been HOT and we have seen many people at the Passion Play who have been fanning, hydrating, sweating and just plain uncomfortable because of "feels like" 100, un-air conditioned busses and buildings and being less than "social-distanced". We've removed the bus windows to create air flow, made ice and water available at multiple locations and tried to avoid extra walking and events in the sun. It does look like we will get some relief this week, but all we can really do is employ our favorite "remedies", like bananas, magnesium, ginger, pickle juice, apple cider vinegar, proper fluids, light colored clothing, sun-screen, head coverings and................grin and bear it. Happy summer solstice.
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All I know for sure is that for the past week, or so, it has been HOT and we have seen many people at the Passion Play who have been fanning, hydrating, sweating and just plain uncomfortable because of "feels like" 100, un-air conditioned busses and buildings and being less than "social-distanced". We've removed the bus windows to create air flow, made ice and water available at multiple locations and tried to avoid extra walking and events in the sun. It does look like we will get some relief this week, but all we can really do is employ our favorite "remedies", like bananas, magnesium, ginger, pickle juice, apple cider vinegar, proper fluids, light colored clothing, sun-screen, head coverings and................grin and bear it. Happy summer solstice.
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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
June 16, 2021. Holiday Island, AR. Arkansas Weather
We have run the gamut of weather conditions already this season. Winter 2020-2021 was unusually severe here with two snow storms, a three-week sub-freezing stretch and then a wet April and May. The past two weeks have been hot and humid, the usual fare for July. Who knows what will be our situation when July actually arrives.
August is supposed to be the most uncomfortable month, but the past three years we have had mild temperatures and little discomfort. There is no certainty with moisture either since there is always the possibility of pot-up showers when the conditions" are right. At the moment, rain has been a scarce commodity.
We were always comfortable with the motor home and being able to have sufficient warmth in the winter and cool in the summer indoors, and our cabin is very comfortable with the system we installed and the dehumidifier which we can adjust as needed. We are very fortunate and thankful for all we have.
At the Play it has been challenging for the staff and our visitors, but with the Covid restrictions loosened, most people are just happy to be able to travel, able to be in closer proximity to others and the weather has been an afterthought rather than a hindrance. We've had the usual air conditioning problems, warmth in our busses, cool evenings at the Play and occasional rain, but with it all we are managing to keep people focused on the " message" and soft-pedal most of the difficulties. With everything, God is still in control and we feel His hand on us and the efforts we are making on His behalf. All praise and honor to HIM.
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August is supposed to be the most uncomfortable month, but the past three years we have had mild temperatures and little discomfort. There is no certainty with moisture either since there is always the possibility of pot-up showers when the conditions" are right. At the moment, rain has been a scarce commodity.
We were always comfortable with the motor home and being able to have sufficient warmth in the winter and cool in the summer indoors, and our cabin is very comfortable with the system we installed and the dehumidifier which we can adjust as needed. We are very fortunate and thankful for all we have.
At the Play it has been challenging for the staff and our visitors, but with the Covid restrictions loosened, most people are just happy to be able to travel, able to be in closer proximity to others and the weather has been an afterthought rather than a hindrance. We've had the usual air conditioning problems, warmth in our busses, cool evenings at the Play and occasional rain, but with it all we are managing to keep people focused on the " message" and soft-pedal most of the difficulties. With everything, God is still in control and we feel His hand on us and the efforts we are making on His behalf. All praise and honor to HIM.
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Sunday, June 13, 2021
June 13, 2021. Holiday Island, AR. Off The Road
One week ago today, we sold our RV. We had made the decision to sell the motor home soon after we moved into our cabin last year at this time. I stayed in the motor home part time until the Passion Play season ended last October, but felt that the cabin was more comfortable, my desire to travel had waned, and that with surgery in my future, it might be wise to get rid of the RV.
The winter was tough on the motor home and after we made the repairs needed, we got more serious about selling it. With a posting on Facebook, we had some interest, but few lookers, until two weeks ago. A couple from Lavaca, Arkansas came last Sunday, liked what they saw and made an offer, which we accepted. Their check cleared the bank quickly, the title was delivered and the deal was done. We hope they enjoy the motor home as much as we did for the 7 years we lived full-time in it.
It was sure easy to roll out of bed and be at "work" and be "home" just as easily after our work day at the play, but we are pleased with our "decisions" and wish the new owners happiness, safety and as many, or more, fond experiences and memories as we had. Thank You, Lord for bringing them to us and for guiding us as You do.
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The winter was tough on the motor home and after we made the repairs needed, we got more serious about selling it. With a posting on Facebook, we had some interest, but few lookers, until two weeks ago. A couple from Lavaca, Arkansas came last Sunday, liked what they saw and made an offer, which we accepted. Their check cleared the bank quickly, the title was delivered and the deal was done. We hope they enjoy the motor home as much as we did for the 7 years we lived full-time in it.
It was sure easy to roll out of bed and be at "work" and be "home" just as easily after our work day at the play, but we are pleased with our "decisions" and wish the new owners happiness, safety and as many, or more, fond experiences and memories as we had. Thank You, Lord for bringing them to us and for guiding us as You do.
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Thursday, June 10, 2021
June 10, 2021. Holiday Island, AR. R.I.P.
Our three-legged kitty, Peggy, came home from the veterinarian, but not as we had hoped. After having her for a week, Dr. B wasn't able to determine what was causing the paralysis of her good rear leg and and was planning to call us this past Tuesday to discuss putting her down, but she died overnight before his call. Karen picked her up that day and Wednesday morning I buried Peggy next to Mo and Miss Hissy's #2 kitten from her first litter.
Miss Hissy initially was leaving some of the wet food we put out in the morning and evening for the cats, so her little ones could eat the more nutritious food, but now she is eating it all. It's obvious she misses her babies, but also obvious she feels at home here because of her coming closer to us and watching us through the upper level windows. She has been with us for almost a year and for a small cat she has held her own in the tough life of an outdoor cat.
We like her and want her to stay, but we feel we have to do something to make the loss of her kittens less emotional for us and for her. We are planning to get her to the vet later this month to have her spayed, vaccinated and examined, so she may be more apt to become an indoor-outdoor cat and less likely to be attractive to the guys that come-a-catting. For now we have some pictures, memories and plans for Miss Hissy's future with us.
Rest In Peace.........Peggy Schatz.
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Miss Hissy initially was leaving some of the wet food we put out in the morning and evening for the cats, so her little ones could eat the more nutritious food, but now she is eating it all. It's obvious she misses her babies, but also obvious she feels at home here because of her coming closer to us and watching us through the upper level windows. She has been with us for almost a year and for a small cat she has held her own in the tough life of an outdoor cat.
We like her and want her to stay, but we feel we have to do something to make the loss of her kittens less emotional for us and for her. We are planning to get her to the vet later this month to have her spayed, vaccinated and examined, so she may be more apt to become an indoor-outdoor cat and less likely to be attractive to the guys that come-a-catting. For now we have some pictures, memories and plans for Miss Hissy's future with us.
Rest In Peace.........Peggy Schatz.
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Monday, June 7, 2021
June 7, 2021. Holiday Island, AR. Songs In The night
I had trouble staying asleep, or was it trouble getting to sleep? Whatever it was, I was out of bed at 2:30 and sat down to do my daily journal, read The Word and be alone with God. We had a most eventful day (details to follow), and I guess I was wound too tightly to sleep.
For most of the winter and the period between Our Easter "opening" and the reopening Memorial Day weekend, I was in bed at 10 most nights and then up around 6 to begin the day. But with the Play not getting over until 10:30, the drive home and unwinding, it's midnight to bed and then up at different times depending on a performance day, or not, the next day with extra time to drive from the cabin, and not just roll out of the motor home on the PP grounds. Confused? Maybe that's why I couldn't sleep.
In any event, the change in routine takes time to adapt to. What I think I will do, now that my normal 6 to 8am routine is completed, and a I have written what was supposed to be written yesterday, is lay down, clear my mind and hopefully get a few more hours of sleep. Thank You, Lord for getting up early to be with me, and being my Song in the night.
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For most of the winter and the period between Our Easter "opening" and the reopening Memorial Day weekend, I was in bed at 10 most nights and then up around 6 to begin the day. But with the Play not getting over until 10:30, the drive home and unwinding, it's midnight to bed and then up at different times depending on a performance day, or not, the next day with extra time to drive from the cabin, and not just roll out of the motor home on the PP grounds. Confused? Maybe that's why I couldn't sleep.
In any event, the change in routine takes time to adapt to. What I think I will do, now that my normal 6 to 8am routine is completed, and a I have written what was supposed to be written yesterday, is lay down, clear my mind and hopefully get a few more hours of sleep. Thank You, Lord for getting up early to be with me, and being my Song in the night.
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Thursday, June 3, 2021
June 3, 2021. Holiday Island, AR. Peggy
Our three-legged kitten, Peggy, had to be taken to the Vet on Memorial Day. At dinner time I noticed her watching her mother, Miss Hissy, eating and I thought she was just waiting her turn at the bowl, but when Hissy moved aside, Peggy dragged herself to the bowl. Dragged her good rear leg. I had no idea what had happened, but we were able to find a doctor who would look at her right away. Joan has used Dr. Blaine for years and we were able to corner Peggy, get her into Joan's cat carrier and off we went.
Not sure yet what the problem is, but we hope for the best and were impressed how the doctor was able to sooth Peggy who has never been held or petted,. Miss Hissy and all her five babies have been outside, never come very close to us other than when we talk with them at the door when they eat. It's been quite a year with our "children" and the emotions of losing four already and now possibly a fifth. With all the turmoil of the past year........cats' lives matter, too.
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Not sure yet what the problem is, but we hope for the best and were impressed how the doctor was able to sooth Peggy who has never been held or petted,. Miss Hissy and all her five babies have been outside, never come very close to us other than when we talk with them at the door when they eat. It's been quite a year with our "children" and the emotions of losing four already and now possibly a fifth. With all the turmoil of the past year........cats' lives matter, too.
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