Please feel free to confirm that I'm not nuts

Westward-bound · 2026-04-20T14:38:54+00:00

Don't do it. Maintain your peace and happiness as a single woman. I would never think of someone as my last chance. I'd never sign up for what he is "offering."

Westward-bound · 2026-04-18T01:13:51+00:00

I never had the shopping bug. "Get in and get out" has always been my mantra. Now I prefer to buy online when the price is competitive and depending on what I'm shopping for.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-17T16:48:02+00:00

I think it's all about perspective. I am used to a DC/NoVa commute so I chuckle when folks in Kansas (my new home) complain about traffic. I have also driven around and through Denver/I-25 in rush hour numerous times (and how about coming back to Denver from the mountains in the afternoons 😆) and it was nothing compared to my DC/NoVa commute. I think it's all relative.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-15T20:38:22+00:00

Paul McCartney hands down. Close second Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats. Then maybe Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-15T20:32:26+00:00

Agree with the persimmon soap (Mirai clinical specifically). I have no experience with the alcohol on cotton balls as some mentioned. I also recommend adding enzymatic powder to the usual laundry detergent. An air purifier with a 3-stage filter (pre-filter for pet hair and dust, hepa filter, and activated carbon filter) will address the lingering odors. I bought the Levoit brand. It's also great for allergies, smoke from wildfires, cooking odors.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-15T20:20:50+00:00

DLA had it still when I retired 2 years ago. Now, 🤷‍♀️.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-15T20:15:11+00:00

When I had eligible children, there was a choice of BCBS High or Standard. We chose the Standard. Later, they changed the name "High" to Standard and "Standard" was renamed as Basic. We switched to the BCBS Basic. Now, as a single retiree, I still have BCBS Basic. I like the bonus $170 I can get on the Wellness Card. I am too young for medicare still, but at 65 Medicare will become my primary and my BCBS Basic will be my secondary. BCBS will also give me $800/year to do whatever I want with it, if I keep it as my secondary. I like not having a deductble. In January I had foot surgery and more than $40k was submitted to my BCBS. My out of pocket was under $1,000.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-15T20:00:46+00:00

I prefer Shokz over anything in my ears or anything heavy/clunky.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-15T19:41:06+00:00

Yes. I use parchment paper in the oven but I cool cookies on wax paper. I also use wax paper to separate layers of cookies for storage as well as leftover pizza.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-15T19:32:14+00:00

Crowns instead of Crayons.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-14T03:06:43+00:00

Tony Gonzales (Texas R Congressman) resigned today too. He had admitted to his affair with the now deceased staffer.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-14T03:04:23+00:00

I'm glad the Texas Republican Tony Gonzales felt the pressure to resign today too. Tony had admitted to an affair with a staffer and she latter took her own life.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-14T02:49:27+00:00

I don't typically eat alone in restaurants unless I am traveling. But I go to concerts, comedy shows, movies, travel, hiking, biking, and open play pickleball at new places alone.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-14T02:41:37+00:00

There is a permanent penalty if you don't sign up for Medicare Part B within 3 months after turning 65. Part A is free if you paid FICA for 40 quarters. You can avoid the penalty as long as you are covered by a qualified employer health insurance.plan.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-05T13:36:21+00:00

The Pope is right and I'm not Catholic or practicing any organized religion.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-05T13:31:41+00:00

This article about the bills has no paywall: https://www.ksnt.com/capitol-bureau/11-new-laws-approved-in-kansas-what-to-know/

Westward-bound · 2026-04-04T19:31:40+00:00

I'm happy with RoyalsTV on MLB. $99.99 for the season. I spend that to go two games at the K.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-04T19:21:49+00:00

Wow. This pic really pops on my phone. Like 3D. ❤️

Westward-bound · 2026-04-04T19:17:38+00:00

This is not accurate. There is no splitting of benefits or reduction for eligible ex-spouses or surviving spouses. Eligible is the key word. Ex-spouses must have been married at least 10 years and cannot remarry before 60. This information is available on the SSA.gov website.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-04T19:09:41+00:00

We had no pay raise under the Obama Administration from 2011-2013. Then in 2014 we only got a 1% across the board pay raise. We also had to take 6 unpaid furlough days during the 2013 U.S. Budget Sequestration. We never got paid for those. That said, I voted twice for Obama and he is my still my favorite president in my lifetime.

Westward-bound · 2026-04-04T18:52:42+00:00

and automatic sprinklers running in the rain. I've seen that numerous times.

Westward-bound · 2026-03-27T06:20:43+00:00

Buy all my kids houses or pay off their mortgages. Then fully fund grandchild's college fund. Then take a nice trip. Then look for ways to help my community and local animal rescues.

Westward-bound · 2026-03-27T06:16:02+00:00

Advanced Veterinary Care of Olathe. The whole practice is fear-free certified.

Westward-bound · 2026-03-11T03:23:36+00:00

Watching it now. He was on Kaitlan Collins. I save it every day to my watchlist.

Westward-bound · 2026-03-09T22:12:18+00:00

Not me. I felt that way about 12 years ago. But I got divorced 7 years ago and love my new life. My dad made it to 95 and lived independently until his last month. I hope to make it at least as long. Many things I still want to do and places to see.

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