Monday August 3

I woke up early to shoulder pain. Even the hot shower did not help this time. I'm beginning to think physical therapists are quacks. But I'll drag myself up the hill this morning and hopefully it will feel better when I get to work.

It's a beautiful morning. The drive up south hill was nice. Too bad it's going to get hot again. The appointment went well and my arm is feeling much better. On my way to work I stopped at Legal Addiciton coffee stand and ordered a 20 oz sugar free toasted marshmallow-macadamian mocha.

I sold 2 of the bracelets I made over the weekend. Both black ones. I need to make more of that color. I am mailing Lisa's envelope this evening after work.

I took the early lunch today. Bob in our office, who is married to the master quilter, is having his daughter come in and help me figure out to thread and use my new sewing machine. Yes, I read the instructions, yes, I have tried to thread it...but with no luck. I went to Joann's and their rep showed me how to thread it, but, by the time I got home it did not seem as easy as she showed me in the store. It has an automatic threader. So finally I will figure this out so I can start sewing again.

Since we had no bread in the house or anything to bring for lunch I went over to Wendy's between Ruby and Division. It was nice to get there before the lunch crowd shows up. I ordered the boneless asian chicken wings. They are really tasty and somewhat spicy. I actually had 2 orders because I picked Joyce up a salad. The attendants handled the separate orders efficiently and were nice.

Bob's daughter came by and showed me how to thread the machine. Easy. The attachment that threads the needle will need some practice, but, I can't wait to start sewing again. She works at The Cozy Quilt shop up north at the Y and gives lessons. I may sign up for a few classes.

Headed to Safeway after work to pick up prescriptions and bacon for the BLT's. I know, we are having them again for supper. And you should see how many bright red cherry tomatoes are on in my garden this afternoon. They sure love this hot weather. Glad someone does.