Feeding the fish

I was talking with one of the residents today,a lady about 93 years old.She also has a sister in the same place she is. Her sister however is unable to speak and is not to aware of her surroundings because of a stroke she suffered some years ago.
Every time the one sister See's her sister she always wants to say hi, but also understand that her sister is not alert to her surroundings.
Today this resident was telling me how they are only 1 year apart in age and that she is the older one.She was saying they were the same age in school, because of not knowing English well there mom thought it would be better for them to be in the same class.
She went on to tell me at a very early age they traveled from Holland to the United States.I teasingly asked her if they drove.She looked at me with her deep brown eyes and said OVER THE OCEAN!!!! NO!! We came by ship. 14 days on the ship. She went on to say many many people including her mom got very sick on the journey too the U.S. I made the motions of throwing up and said you mean throw up? She looked at me and as serious as could be said Yes!!! They feed the fish!!!It was a good thing I had just been to the bathroom because I was laughing so hard I could have wet myself.My boss came out of her office and others around were asking what was so funny.I was still doubled over laughing so one of my co-workers who heard this conversation taking place explained it to others.
Imagine a 93 year old person referring to vomiting as feed the fish.
This my friends is what can make my job rewarding. It was better then the lady who was slapping my arms and trying to bite me earlier today.(remember the one who slapped my face some weeks ago).I am starting to think that lady does not like me. What do you think????
Please say a pray as there is a chance of a change of jobs within the Orange City Health Systems for me. I will tell you mare when I find out more about it, should be next week.It would mean no more Sundays!!!!!!!!!!Not sure about Saturdays yet.

Josie time.

Okay ladies and gents, I figure if you may talk about your kids I may talk about mine too (even if mine has four legs).I understand that not everyone is a dog lover Okay I do not understand but I accept that.
Josie has gotten so at ease at home in just one week. She has found her favorite spots to lay.Either on my buffalo belly or on the rug by the front door.She loves to chase Charlie around he growls at her and goes to lay where she so far is unable to get at him.I give her a week and she will be getting to his safe zone.
She continues to be such a cuddle bunny.She loves going to grandpa and grandma. The other day I stopped there with her and had to physically carry her out of the house.She was so relaxed getting loving from grandpa and grandma.I think I could actually see my mom relaxing and looking better when I left.She is good therapy for mom,with a very bad heart and high blood pressure and not to mention arthritis as well, she needs some good T.L.C.
My neighbor who teaches at MOC-FV and has my other neighbor for a student had to come see her because all Rachel could talk about is Josie.I have suddenly become popular with all the neighborhood kids again. I never knew they liked me sooooo much. There is just one thing that confuses me though,they come to my door say hi Brian then all I hear and see is them playing with Josie.One of the little gals said we need to pet Charlie too.I was impressed with that considering she is only in first grade.
All in all Josie is getting the peeing thing down well, however we need to work on the other end a little.No I need to teach her to come when I call and not run away.Typical kid.
So far she has not asked for an allowance!!!!!

OKAY here you have me!!!

I saw this on an other blog and thought it looked fun. A good way to get to know more about me.
1.Can you cook? Yes and pretty good. I just do not do a lot for myself.I enjoy it though.
2.What was your dream growing up?To be a hooker driver... LOLOL no not that kind to drive a wrecker (tow truck). I was thrilled seeing a wrecked car. Yes I know VERY VERY strange.
3. What talent do you wish you had? Hmmm that is hard to say since I wish I has several.Maybe be able to read music so I could play piano.
4. Favorite place? Sitting by a lake on a warm (not hot) summer evening by a bon fire.
5.Favorite vegetable? Fresh corn on the cob.
6.Last book you read? Shock by Robin Cook.I love a good mystery.
7.Zodiac sign? Libra
8.Any tattoos or piercings? NO and no desire to have any either.
9.Worst habit? I guess I worry to much or maybe low self esteem take your pick because I do not want to make you upset with me. See that is how I am.
10.Do you know others out side your blog? Only a few.
11. Favorite sport? I am not a fan of sports.
12.Negative or optimistic attitude? Mostly optimistic about 98% of the time.
13.What would you do if you were stuck in an elevator? Depends on how long, for sure sweat a lot since I am always warm.
14.What was the worst thing that ever happened to you? My severe depression and hospital stay. Yet it also has made me a stronger person too.
15.Tell me a weird fact about you? Not sure if it is weird but I m a real home body. I do not care to travel or go away much.
16.Do you have any pets? Yes two dogs Charlie a 13 year old part Yorkie part i do not know wild dog and a 4 month old Havanese named Josie that I just got a week ago. She is so calm and lethargic it is amazing.
17.Do you know how to do the Macarana/ No thank goodness. I hate that song and dance.
18.What time is it right now? Almost time for bed 4:45a.m. come to early.
19.What kind of bubble gum do you chew?I very seldom chew gum.
20. What is your favorite bar to hang out at.Not my thing to hang out at bars.
21.Do you think clowns are cute or scary?I never gave it much thought, I guess thay are cute.
22.If you could change one thing about your looks what would you change? Hmm only one thing? Drop about 50 lbs.
23.What color are your eyes? Hazel.
24.Ever been arrested? Like I am going to tell Becky??? No I am kidding Never and I hope to keep it that way.
25.Bottle or draft beer? Bottle.
26.If you won $10.000 dollars today what would you do with it? put a deck on my house and give some to the church and buy newer used car.
27.Do you believe in ghosts. No
28.Favorite thing to do in your spare time? Sit outside with my dogs and read a book.
29.Do you swear a lot? Not anymore at my job.No more factory mouth,now it is old person language.
30.Favorite swear word? I guess it would be shit.Not the worst and after all I do see lots of it in a day.
31.Biggest pet peeve? People who do not use common sense!!!!!!!!
32.In one word how would you describe yourself.That is always hard to do since I have low self esteem. I guess maybe I would say sensitive.

One more picture

Josie and Mr.Brian.
Thank You Becky for taking the pictures for me,and sending them to me.

New Family Member

May I introduce to you Josie.Josie joined the De Jong home yesterday (Wednesday March 21). She is a four month old Havanese. A co-worker who shows dogs has a friend who had her for sale.She was to be a show dog however her coat is not curly as it should be she does not have enough fur around her mouth area and her nose is not black enough. Like I care about those things.
She is a very calm and sweet loving girl,(like all girls are?.
So far she and my other dog Charlie get along just fine.
I am thinking she will be a good dog to take to the nursing home to see the residents, as some of them love to have a dog come sit on their laps.
Josie is named after A very special resident who touched my heart and loved dogs.... My dear sweet Johanna who passed away last month.
May Josie bring as many smiles as Johanna did.

I've got news!!!!

Stay tuned for further details.
My family is about to grow,pictures and more information soon.
Gasp OHHHHHHHHHHHH what is it?
Before you get to excited I'll tell you it has four legs.
Stay tuned.

House for Sale

The time has finaly come> My parents have decided to down size.They are going to buy a condo that is going to be built this summer.I am thrilled that they have made this decision,as I have been wanting them to do this for some time now.It is to much work for them.Steps everywhere, and my mom's health is not the greatest so it is very hard for her to do all the steps.Between her arthritis and a bad heart she is very limited in what she can do.MY dad also has some health issues among other issues.
It is overwhelming for them to think of moving,after 45 years in that house.The stuff collected,memories,and just the thought of packing and moving.
I am trying to be a good son and help and encourage without coming off as being bossy.I am sure there will be lots and lots of tears and stressful moments these next months.
Their biggest fear is having to move twice since there new place will not be ready until late summer,(Aug-Sept).You know if someone is wanting to move in sooner you best do that then to lose the sale of your home.
Please keep my folks in your thoughts and prayers and pray that God makes it clear to them that this is the right thing to do.