Gift Certificates May Not Be Safe

I sent my son a gift certifcate in the mail over 10 days ago. Since there is no name on the cerificate, anyone can cash it. So far he has not gotten it. Even though gift certicates are convenient, they may not be the best gift. I will wait a bit longer, but the odds are it will never arrive.

I should have learned a lesson in the past. This is the second time a gift certicate was lost. Several years ago, the same thing happened. Fancy Nancy did not learn from her first mistake, so perhaps this time she will not repeat the same mistake again.

I guess the mails can't be trusted. Too bad, but it is true. Well, my intention was good, but so far the result was poor.

Fancy Nancy warns you about mailing gift certificates.

Posting A Signature on My Blog

I am learning how to post a signature on my E-mails so that others will have the blog address. My grandson Ben gave me a clue on how to do it. Thanks, Ben! Now I have to figure out how to edit it so that I will have a captial C on the word check which shows the following: Check out my blog. I could not figure out how to get the C.

Every day is a learning day with a blog. Today I met my cousin for lunch and shared with her the fact that my dad whose name is Ben has his picture with the entire family in a restaurant named Ben. The picture is part of the wallpaper, and the pattern repeats itself. What a surprise to eat there and see pictures of my entire family. The restaurant is located in Delray Beach , Florida. In the picture is my grandmother, grandfather and all my aunts and uncles. Boy was I amazed to see it on the wallpaper. Life does have its surprises.

Fancy Nancy Finds a Surprise

Finding New Jobs

Today I left materials at the recreation center where I line dance. I put in two course proposals for teaching there. I will still teach at the Renaissance Academy as well. This way whatever courses come through, will be fine for my teaching needs. Most courses are based on enrollment, but at the recreation center I made it simple. Students can attend as often as they wish and they only have to pay a small fee for that class. I used the same terms that work for line dancing. In Florida most folks don't want long range plans, since they often have company or they are here only briefly. Time will tell if this works, but it is always fun to try. I do love a new adventure.

Hope everyone enjoyed Thanksgiving. We had a fun, relaxing time with two guests. It was easy, and they stayed until 7pm, so I guess they really enjoyed the day. Keep in touch and I love hearing your comments.

Fancy Nancy Reflects on the Holiday!

HOLIDAY GREETINGS TO ALL

I was thrilled to hear from many of you with comments on my blog. For those who wanted copies of my book, I have now run off some more, so let me know what you want. We enjoyed friends at our house for a lovely relaxing afternoon lunch. They just left at 7pm tonight.

I may be teaching again in January at two places. I will again teach several courses for Florida Gulf Coast University, but I might start some new programs for a local recreation center where I do my line dancing. They have never offered some of the courses that I teach, so I will see if there is interest. In Florida people are transient. I will offer two workshops where students can pay a small fee for each class with no committment beyond the day. We will see if it works. In the meantime, we have gotten settled and I have been updating our address with local accounts. When you relocate there are always mail issues . Do keep in touch and I love hearing from everyone. Enjoy the holidays and relax if you can.


Fancy Nancy sends Holiday Greetings!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL

We are nearly at Thanksgiving and now it is time to write about what we are thankful for: Good Health, Great Family, Good Friends, Good Times. These are some of the things we appreciate at this time of year.

I always enjoyed this holiday. In the past it was at my home where we filled our house with lots of guests. More recently, we have celebrated the holiday on a different date so that everyone could be there.

This year our kids are in our thougts since everyone is at a different location. We are thinking of everyone and wish you all Happy Thanksgiving and we are so happy you are in our lives.

Love from Fancy Nancy and Marty

Miracles Do Happen

Today my computer is working again. This morning I went to an interesting lecture by a professor who worked on a project where they found a boat that had sunk over 100 years ago. The boat had over $300 million dollars of gold which they rescued. Needless to say, the government and the insurance companies have been arguing for years on who owns the gold. In the long run it will probably be the lawyers who will own the gold. Things do not change much. Greed makes the lawyers rich!

Fancy Nancy Back Online!

Technology Frustration

I had hoped in Florida we would not have technology problems. I was wrong.First, the phone did not work. We got that corrected. Now my computer will not bring in some programs.

I tried to contact AOL by phone and by computer. Nothing worked so far. In desperation I have now looked up their mailing address. I may just have to write to them. AOL is impossible. I would cancel them, but this address is my only stable address and I would not know what other system to use. Anyone have any suggestions?

Well what did we do before the age of technology? We wrote letters. I guess I may be reduced to writing a letter to a technology company asking how to connect with them? They are a major frustration. I love my blog and it allows me to vent. Thanks for listening.


Fancy Nancy vents over technology problems!

Papa Ben at Ben's Restaurant

The most amazing thing happened this weekend. We visited my daughter on the east coast of Florida. She brought us to a delicious restaurant where the food was great. Well the name of the restaurant is Ben's .

Now my dad's name was Ben as well. Shortly after we arrived she suggested that I look up near the ceiling. What I saw was unbelievable! My dad's entire family was in a picture . He was maybe eight years old. I had seen the picture in a book written by Mandy Patimkin. How the restaurant got the picture is a real puzzle. I shall probably write to them to find out.

My aunt donated many pictures to the Conn. Historical Society. I think that is how the picture was in a book about families arriving in the United States.

Well in addition to having a great weekend with my family, this was really a surprise.

Fancy Nancy reconnects with her dad and his family.

My Florida Computer Works

We just arrived in Florida. When we left Rhode Island all technology was broken. The television did not work, the phone was gone , and the computer would not bring in any E-mails. I gave up and we left.

We just arrived in Florida and at first we had to get the phone fixed. They will arrive again on Monday since only one phone got repaired. I do now have a computer and even though my Rhode Island computer never allowed me to edit my blogs, this computer seems like it will let me do edits. Wow, the world of technology is amazing! I don't think I will ever understand what goes on. In any case I am happy to have a way to communicate . I thank all my readers for hanging in. Fancy Nancy is onto more blogs from Florida. Keep in touch.

Fancy Nancy arrives in Florida

Readers, I need your help

I was delighted to get a request from a person who reads my blog. I need your E-mail to respond. Yes, you can have a copy of SNIPPETS. I tried to reply on your blog, but I could not get my comment accepted.

If you wish a copy I would run off an additional one. My cost is $10 plus it costs $5 to ship it. Do you still want a copy? If so, send me your full E-mail address, and I will give you the details. We are now in Florida , so I will forward my Florida address to you when I get your reply. Many thanks for reading my blog. Fancy Nancy

Library Computer Works Best

I am at the library because my computer is not working properly. In addition yesterday our phone did not work and the television went. We are leaving in several days. As a result, the only thing that got fixed was the phone.

We have had constant problems with Cox. Too bad there are not great alternatives. The communication companies both here and in Florida are bad. Luckily Marty has a cell phone, so when all else fails, he calls to report no service.

This too will pass, but if you don't hear from me, we will be enroute to Florida. I will try to find hotel computers along the way.


Fancy Nancy Gets Ready to Relocate!

Medicare Confusion

Each year in November it is time to renew our prescription plans. The plans change, and the prices go up. I recently met with a counselor at the senior center and she said I need to research and find another plan.

I just sent the information to my medical claims service to ask their advice. To confer with others we have to wait until Nov. 15th when more information will be available. It seems that our medical policies are getting the taxes, confiusing and necessary. Who knows what Obama's new plans will be?

I am sure that others have the same confusion. Well, I shall go online and try to figure it out. One day at a time.

Fancy Nancy tries to pick a medical plan.

Lucky Me!

I got the nicest E-mail from Andrew. He has a Nov. birthday, and I painted a picture of him and he seemed to like it. It is such fun to know that your creative efforts are appreciated. This is birthday month so to all the Nov. birthdays :


Happy Birthday Lynn, Andrew, Wini, Marty, Jane, and Deb. We wish you all good times, good health and a wonderful year!


Fancy Nancy celebrates November birthday month!

Betsy and Richard Stories

I don't know how they do it, but Betsy and Richard must know just about everyone in New York. Each weekend they invite friends and family to share their apt . and their ski house. By the end of each season they have entertained over one hundred guests. Amazing, I would be exhausted!

Richard gathers the troops, and it could be a group bike ride for 36 or a road race and marathon, and he never seems to be tired. Betsy is right there as well. They keep an unbelievable pace in their multiple activities.

Their kids have followed the way. Their son Jake was just elected treasurer of his college class, and Henry is a chess champion. Hats off to Betsy, Richard and family. They are to be admired.


Fancy Nancy brags about Betsy , Richard and family !

Lynn and Tavit Stories

Now it is time to make Lynn and Tavit famous. If you want to know about real estate, they are the experts. First they took a real estate course many years ago. Next, they invested in some property, and they knew the right time. They seem to know what will work in real estate. As a result, their ideas have paid off.

They are both very bright and they seem to have a gift for picking the right properties at the right time. They make it look easy, but it takes a talent to know when to buy and when to sell. So far their talent has paid off.

Now their daughter Rebecca will learn from them. The apples do not fall far from the tree. Their kids are lucky to have great parents who have shared their love and their knowledge. They are both very humble, but I will brag for them. Congratulations to you both on raising great kids, and knowing what is up in real estate today. You truly are the experts!!!

Fancy Nancy applauds Lynn and Tavit the Entrepreneurs of Real Estate

What Makes Steven So Popular?

Here is another Steven story. Even as a youngster, Steven always had lots of friends. In fact, he is still friendly with some of his buddies from grade school. Both he and his son Andrew have a wonderful gift. They care about people, and as a result, people care about them.

When you are with Steven, he always takes the time to talk to others as well. That is why he liked going to the beach. While there, he was like the mayor, he knew everyone. That is a real gift.

This summer I was lucky to have lots of unexpected visits from Steve. He would walk over, pop in , enjoy his ice cream and a newspaper and a chat. What a treat for me! Now that we are leaving for Florida , I will miss his weekly visits. Perhaps he will visit us in Florida as well.

In any case, I am lucky to have enjoyed these surprise visits this summer. Steven cares about his family and friends and as a result, he is loved by many. I am lucky to have him in my life.

Lucky Fancy Nancy

PS Fancy Nancy is lucky to have a wonderful family. The next few blogs will be called Steven and Family Blogs---