Sinking of the SS United States Ocean Liner - Shut Down on Planes

Shalimar, FL    (Hi  65   Lo 46)

Quick rundown on what I did this week, then the most important info. 

Monday normal day, Wii bowling then a zoom with friends and GBM zoom in the evening. 

Tuesday Diamond art, meditation (still on the topic of dementia), cards and chat in evening. 

Wednesday Veterans day, did nothing special, Wii bowling, but trying to learn Pinnacle for a couple hours, Then the fun started. It's been a big deal here in Destin area. For a couple years people got the SS United States Ocean Liner ready to become a reef off the coast of Destin. It's 22nm out and there's a lot of info on the liner that you can read about here. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTLpEWL3OCo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nTWsZ2swYs

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/watch-live-ss-united-states-once-worlds-fastest-ocean-liner-sinks-to-become-reef-off-florida

I started watching about noon on youtube, coverage live. I was going to go see it in person. Several boats from the Destin boardwalk were taking passengers to the area. Reading the fine print, I backed out and so glad I did.  I don't like boats, and the listing said no guarantees to see the ship sink, plus it was 14 hours possibility on the boat. I decided that's not something I could handle.  

I watched from the comfort of my couch while I crocheted and ate.  It sunk at 9pm. What a great view with all the drones, camera angles and announcements on what was going on. Perfect. 

Another story in history I witnessed, sort of, with millions of other people. 

On with the week 

Thursday I did a podcast then went to crochet group and chat in the evening. 

Friday (the 13th)  about 4:00pm my sister texted and said the FAA shut down all outgoing planes. That got my attention back to youtube news.  All planes were not leaving airports. The airports were set in motion to get people off the planes bused back to the gates. My first thought, it's Friday and a lot of people were going to football games and trying to get to ports for cruising. What a mess. I watched the flightradar24.com     This shows every planes movement.  At midnight after the announcement was made they found the problem, it was a computer clitch.  

Saturday I slept a lot later then normal.  I had a couple zooms and crocheted. I went to social hour then chat on another zoom later in the evening. 

I did get the order of eight angels done. They're so cute when you put the little lights under them.

                                                         

I have never had a smoothie, so decided to fix one myself. I used frozen fruit and yogurt. I love it!!  I'll be keeping stuff on hand to make one when I need/want it. 

                                                    It's getting colder, but won't last long. 

Zooms - Scams - Fixing Computers and Phones - POWWOW

 Shalimar, FL   (Hi 80  Lo 48)  This time of year it's up and down

I love the not knowing what I'll be doing next. I plan one thing and it turns out something better comes along and I'll do that instead.  It's great to have learned flexibility while traveling in the RV.  A long time ago I wouldn't even consider changing plans if something else came along. 

I'm using Monday's as clean up days and laundry. I was super bored Monday. I got it all done really quickly. I did a lot of crocheting this week which helps stay on target for the craft fair on December 7. I'm looking forward to that, seeing what other people make in the village. 

I fixed quite a few phones from one thing or another, keeps the mind active. One was a puzzle for me but with help from a friend on zoom. we got it figured out. A PC stopped working and wouldn't come back on when it said it was low on battery. She had hit the plug and it wasn't plugged in all the way. I put it in tight, but still wouldn't turn on. A suggestion was to change out the power cord so I got mine since it was the same brand and the plug looked the same with the requirements on the back of the charger.  Sure enough it worked. We're sharing power cords till hers gets here. I didn't know that would go out, so something else to know if it happens again. 

I met up with quite a few people this week on zoom. I also learned about more scams that's going around in our area.  One is the 3 second pause when you get a call. That's popular now, you answer the phone, silence,  then you say hello again and you're plugged into a scam. Bad one, they use scare tactic for that one to give them money.

I've been reading a book that's for women that's really been great. I thought I'd share it for those that love to read. 

Never Mistake Strength for Sovereignty.  It's telling women to go back to your power you had before people started telling you what you can or can't something. I don't read books that often, but this one struck me as very eye opening. 

I had the little turtle come at my back door. He's been staying under the bush outside. Good to see he/she is still alive. They get into a lot fights around here. 

Saturday was the highlight of the year, the Powwow in Niceville. There were four of us that went. We started out with all the crafts and stuff that's sold from most Indian powwows. I did get a gift for family member and finally got the famous Frybread. That was so good. A pasta patty fried and when it's crispy you put on honey and powdered sugar. 

Now for the pictures.  I took a lot, but will only post a few. We stayed a couple hours did some more looking around then went home.  (Click on the photos to enlarge).

Tent where the dancers dressed and got ready

Back side feathers, like a belt

Lots of people

My favorite costume

Vette to the right in gray, went out to dance with them.  

This dance is with "grass dancers". 

This teen was very good.

Perfect weather great day with friends. 

Preparing for the Busiest Time of Year

 Shalimar, FL  (Hi  82   Lo 66)

Sunday I went with a neighbor to rehome her dog about an hour away. It all worked out but a very stressful day for her. It's sometimes a better idea to rehome a dog then to have something happen to you and someone else has to worry about it. We had lunch and headed back home.  It wasn't late so I cleaned up the yard since it was so nice out. 

I had a week of normal things I do, but I put in a few hours of crocheting. The craft fair is coming up, busy times are along with the time line of getting my crocheting done. No more goofing off. 

Tuesday was wellness class and it went well. The lady (Cathy) that started it has taken leave so I'm heading up the class. We discussed topics and what people want to do or learn about. When you're aging the only thing in mind is what's next at this age, health, staying upright (without falling) and mind health. We did a "concentration" game which made it fun. The old TV show about what is behind the two squares then the squares are covered and you have to remember where you saw the mate. It's a great brain practice. 

Wednesday I had Wii bowling then went to the commissary. There were a lot of people there and the shelves weren't stocked as normal.  When I got back the gals said it's end of year for them and they don't stock up before taking inventory. I hope that's the case. I've gone several places to get cottage cheese and that was all gone. I learned that there's been some big talk on Tiktok on how good cottage cheese is for different recipes and the companies are trying hard to keep up with the demand. My neighbor found it where she gets groceries, so I'm a happy girl. A few of us  folded the community newsletters so that's done for another month. They also had a "who dun it party" so we decorated a few tables for that too. We also decorated for the Halloween party on Friday.   (Click on the photos to enlarge)

Halloween

Thursday I had crochet group. Our winter people are coming back.   

Friday I went to lunch with three other gals to a sandwich place. It's good place to go with lots of food. I got a couple meals for lunches. I have the dinners made from Hellofresh, but lunches I want something different.  The rest of the day was sitting outside in the great weather. Temps have been in the mid 80's and less humidity. It's wonderful. 

Saturday was get things done day. I made a list of what I wanted to get done during the weekend. I did three items, still have tomorrow to get the rest done. Maybe. I did help a couple residents out with some problems which always comes first. I just let things go and do what's needed.  If I don't get something done, there's always tomorrow, if not, oh well. lol  New way of dealing with life, I like it. 

We have F25A flying around a lot.  It's the sound of freedom and they're loud. I haven't been able to see them very often, but was outside and no clouds. They normally fly with two together, only one when I took the picture. 

Fifth Year Anniversary Wellness BHV - Setup and Rummage Sale

 Shalimar, FL (Hi  79  Lo 57)

Wellness class on Tuesday we celebrated our fifth anniversary. Cathy Howard started it and has kept the group going. Today she is doing a sabbatical and I'll be doing the meetings for awhile. Thank you Cathy for starting the group and see you again later.  (Click on the photos to enlarge).  This is a great ice cream cake. 

I got two more gnomes for the craft fair in December done this week. 

Thursday we started to setup for the rummage sale. All residents that have "extra stuff" in the apartment get a table or few to setup for a two day sale. I helped Priscilla get her table loaded and I added six items. (to the right)

Her other half of the table

Put a battery in puppy and it breathes. 

Another table with shot glasses. Reminds me of my collection.

More tables

Our first buyer talking to Priscilla

Ellen with a buyer

I sold everything but the computer case and the puzzle. I can take the puzzle to the craft fair in December. The computer case to the thrift store. It was great meeting people from the village and outside. 

Priscilla and I went to lunch and I relaxed the rest of the afternoon then went to social hour and later picked up my neighbor at the airport. 

Along with the daily things of Wii bowling twice a week, playing cards every night, four zoom meetings this wee, and regular nightly chat, it was a great busy week.

I washed my car and noticed weird marks on it, like the coating on the paint is coming off. Hail?  I need to take it for a check. It's not rain or water marks, it peels off.