I don't go into all that celebrity worship like a lot of folks do, but I could not help but be sad about Dolly Parton's husband passing. I appreciate his role in her life. She needed the spotlight, he needed his solitude and they made it happen. That's what love is all about.... letting your 'other' be themselves without giving up who you are. My husband was always supportive of what I did. And, I supported him. Geez, I miss that man!
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A quick note and I'll shut up about my teeth. Man, have they dominated my life for months now but I see the light at the end of the tunnel. I just want to thank all of you who have posted such comforting messages. You girls are the best!
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I don't know when I have been more positive about life (what little there is left of it) and I am so thankful for that. I'm gonna make each day count big time and enjoy it all.
I am heavy into reading self-help books and yes I have gone the therapy route in short spurts during my lifetime (it always seems I need that after me losing a loved one). It's not a bad thing to been as diligent about your mental health as it is your physical health.
Speaking of physical health. My son and I talk over the cell phone often about changing our eating habits. He's all for it and I am to a certain extend. I figure at this age I don't need to give up all my guilty pleasures!
Oh, while I am on the subject of eating. What is your favorite SOFT food to eat after dental work? I am finding that it is tough to vary your diet much if you want soft stuff. Maybe you can help me out.
Here's a blast from my past.....
(guess you can tell I don't have any BIG thing to share today so I am rambling haha)
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me riding my daughter's horse, Charlie
back in the 1970s
You are a wonderful person! Good luck with it all.
ReplyDeleteI am sad for Dolly too.
ReplyDeleteThat's a sweet picture of you and your hubby.
I'm glad the tooth issue is finally coming to an end!
I've had a lot of dental issues, can relate to the discomfort. I find rice dishes the easiest to eat. Chinese fried rice, spanish rice and rice cooked in chicken stock with butter and parmesan.
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ooh, that was sad to hear about her Hubby! Widowhood is not for the faint of heart. I think some super creamy and maybe overcooked mac and cheese sounds comforting on both the teeth and the tummy. Maybe I'm biased because I LOVE IT, ha ha. You are right about the mental health help - and sometimes it is vital.
ReplyDeleteOh my you and hub.
ReplyDeleteHello! You know, it says a lot about Dolly's husband and their relationship that I didn't even know she was married! What a beautiful life they must have had all these years. I absolutely love the photos of you, my friend. You also are living a full and beautiful life. Ok, and for the soft foods, hear me out, ok? I am addicted to cottage cheese! Some people love it, some hate it! But with a little salt and pepper??? Yummmm!
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry I can't recommend a soft food but how about a soup? I don't think I've ever had to eat soft foods due to a dental procedure. You, on the horse and such a nice beautiful background of the woods looks so peaceful. I see the little dog in the left corner of the picture:)
ReplyDeleteLeek and potato soup, macaroni cheese... comfort food!
ReplyDeleteLatane, all the above suggestions on soft foods sound great, especially ice cream and maybe yogurt if you like it. It was sad to read about Dolly's husband passing. Thanks for sharing the photos of you and your husband and yourself astride that horse.
ReplyDeleteGlad to read you're so positive about your dental work and that it's coming to an end. Soft food? mashed potatoes.
ReplyDeleteYour positive outlook on life makes life pleasurable. I like cottage cheese, or like someone else said, Mac and Cheese. Or soup. I had a dental cleaning today and despise going to the dentist so I'm glad it's overwith.
ReplyDeleteI felt sad for Dolly too, brings home how life is the same even for the rich and famous.. loved the photo of you and your husband.. Hope all goes well at your dentist visit.
ReplyDeleteYou look great on horseback!! Cute photo...
ReplyDeleteThis may sound silly but...I love stuffing! Hardly any chewing and it's so warm and comforting to me...
Happy weekend!
hugs
Donna
You continue to be an amazing woman Latane - sharing so much with joy and positivity. Although my life has changed with Bob's cancer to deal with, I still pop by here and read, though can't find much time to write, and you brighten my day so much.
ReplyDeleteStay well, continue to be happy, and please always write here as we love hearing from you.
Mary X
Soft food ideas? Greek yogurt with a drizzle of maple syrup or honey, or added fruit that is easy to chew, soup, anything pasta with cooked veggies, oat bakes (we love these for breakfast), oatmeal breakfast/snack protein bars/cookies. I am reading a book "A Year of Positive Thinking" by Cyndie Spiegel. It's a very short daily reading, but sparks the morning with a positive quick read. Some are okay, but most of the book is uplifting. I'm dragging my feet on ending my blog or not. I just don't know if it's worth the time and energy anymore. Anyway, glad to hear you are doing well with your dental updates.
ReplyDeletei have not visited, (shame on me) so i don't know anything about the problems you have been having with your mouth. i will go back and have a look around. i do think you have a wonderful spirit and i have not know you to complain so if you have, you deserve to complain. soft foods...mashed potatoes, stuffing, pudding, jello, yogurt, eggs, custard, cottage cheese, applesauce. those are ny suggestions....when i have to eat soft and not too hot, i make mashed potatoes and stuffing!!
ReplyDeletei got so focused on soft foods, i forgot about the pictures. i love the picture of you on the horse!!!!
ReplyDeleteScrambled eggs, applesauce, Mac and cheese, soups and broths - yogurts, ice cream, cottage cheese - hopefully it won’t be too long before you can bite into a big juicy steak again!
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed your ramblings
I hadn’t heard the sad news about Dolly Parton’s husband passing, what a sad lost for her & their loved ones.
ReplyDeleteHaving therapy after a bereavement is a very good idea, thank you Ms Latane. You have many words of wisdom I listen to. I love seeing your photos too.
I recommend a fruit smoothly and a long, thick straw to drink it through, so it hits the back of your throat ( too cold though) and & gently warm consommé. Pretend you’re in France. Oh when you have time, will you let us know more about your adventures in Paris?
Best wishes, lynne from london
I want to be healthy but I like to eat my favorite foods too. It's a balancing act for sure! Hugs!
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