Technology Can Be Frustrating

After having Comcast two times, they will have to come back another time to adjust the DVD that no longer works . They put in some new connections for my TV, but they did not check the DVD. Technology can be most frustrating.


Still waiting for Thursday to get help with aol. I am unable to get my address list on internet explorer. One day at a time.

Fancy Nancy Gets Frustrated When Technology Does Not Work.

A Good Hearing Seminar

Had a fun seminar today on Hearing Loss. I gave them all a copy of my book and said if they wished they could make a donation to the hearing association. There were 0 donations, but they all kept the book.

Also, saw my doctor who adjusted my meds for blood pressure. Hope it works. I have been working on getting out information on a new news group that I have formed. Also, will have a party for one of my students who turned 90. Today, I even met three men who were 90. People are living longer. Years ago , most men did not make it to 90. Times are changing.

Fancy Nancy Says: Make the most of every day. Still waiting to get back my aol connection.

Lost my Connection to AOL

In trying to download a new aol program I lost the whole connection. Luckily a student of mine who is good with computers just returned to Naples and I will book him to help me out. These computers can really go whacky at times and they can be most frustrating.

Technology is great when it works and a real pain when it does not work. We just added on to our TV's since we had no choice with our service. Today the man to fix our TV's arrived again and he fixed the TV. Next thing i saw he was playing ping pong with Marty. So much for company efficiency.

Working on blood pressure issues and on Monday I will get advice from the doctor. One day at a time.


Fancy Nancy Says: Watch your blood pressure. It can creep up unexpectedly.

Thanksgiving Day is Near

This week is Thanksgiving. We have no definite plans, so we will probably just go out to eat. I have been using my new health club and I bought new expensive goggles for the pool. This should help with the chlorine.

This week I start my volunteer job with the Chamber of Commerce. They do some interesting things for the volunteers. I have already been invited to a boat trip and a luncheon. This is our pay. Sounds like fun.

Fancy Nancy Says: Don't give us on your health plan even during the holidays. Stay fit!

Trying LA Fitness

I just joined LA Fitness to see if it works for me. They have many machines, an indoor pool, and racquetball courts. I have been playing some racquetball against myself. I have to be careful about injuries since I wear a hearing device. The best part is I don't have to keep score and I always win.

I used the pool, but the chlorine was too much so I just bought some eye googles to protect my eyes. Hope they do the job.

Tomorrow I am scheduled for a free training demo. Time will tell if the memebership works out.

Fancy Nancy Says: It is fun to try new things. Happy Thanksgiving to all.

New Contacts from Readers

I was amazed today to see on the map the number of new readers from other parts of the world. I often wonder how do they find the blog? If you are from outside the US let me know the answer. I would love to learn how you connect.

Today I helped a student with her writing . I am also working on my new book. I loaned her a copy of my first book and did not realize that I needed the copy. I contacted her and she will mail it back when she has read it.

Sometimes we make mistakes , but the trick is to try and correct them and recognize that we all learn from our errors. We are lucky when we can make corrections . I guess what happens to us many times, we are in a rush to accomplish many things and our focus diminishes.

Fancy Nancy Says: It is easier to concentrate on one thing at a time. Many of us multi-task, but that is when some mistakes can occur. Slow down and focus.

A Good Time to Start Somthing New

We just returned to our winter home and the move went quite smoothly. Well, I even have some free time before I have to teach again, so I thought perhaps I will find something new and fun to do.

Well, the ads in the paper were not much help. The only ad I saw was for a Salvation Army bell ringer, and with two Masters Degrees, I guess I would qualify. Wrong, they want 40 hours a week, and I can't work 8 hours a day ringing a bell.

Perhaps the library could use some help. They said I could put books on a shelf, but I had to fill out an online application to apply and then wait for them to review it. Forget that idea.

Maybe the Y would like me to teach some courses? Left my name and so far no reply.

I tried my religious organization, the Federation, but they did not need help.

Well, I have always enjoyed volunteering at the Chamber. I contacted them and I am waiting for them to reply.

I am beginning to feel like one of the group camping out in a New York Park.

Well today I was so happy. The Chamber called and they want to interview me. Great!

Yes, I was looking for something new and perhaps it includes what I have learned. Finding a job is a full time job, even for volunteers.

PS I met with them today and yes, I got the volunteer job. I start in a week .

Getting Reorganized

Today I did some line dancing and also sat in on a class on the media. It takes some reorganization to learn my new teaching schedule which will begin in Jan. I have added some new courses at the Park where I teach , so time will tell if they get students.

I have a neighbor from Canada who needs help with English. I told her we could meet and I would help her and also practice my French.

Just got Marty a fun job at The Bargain Box where he will volunteer . He has a fun friend who now works there and he will enjoy helping out once a week.

As we get older we have to revise our activities to what works for our bodies.

Fancy Nancy Says: Getting into a new routine takes some time and adaptation. Have patience with yourself.

We Arrived in Naples, Florida

We arrived in Naples last night, and other than a new chip on our windshield , the trip went well. The glass company came this morning and fixed the small chip.

The weather is lovely and after unpacking and updating my teaching schedule, I fit in a nice swim in the afternoon and did my other favorite thing, a nice nap.

We seem to have been more organized since we did not take as much luggage this trip. We have done this trip for about 25 years, perhaps we are getting smarter.

I just got my teaching schedule and I am trying to decide what new programs to offer. When I have some free time I like to fill it, but then when the programs are all running, then I sometimes want some free time. It is always a challenge to get the right balance.

Fancy Nancy Says: Life is a seasaw, just like the stock market it goes up and down. Balancing things out is a trick. I am still learning.

Cleaning Out the Food

Since we are leaving in the morning all the food must go. I gave it to my teacher in an exercise class since my dear neighbor said her freezer was full. Last minute packing and time to relocate.

It is getting cold so Florida weather looks really good. Glad to have finished medical apts. and now we are packed . We look forward to re-entry to the warmer weather.

We will be enroute for several days. Already had a nice student from Florida contact me for a writing lesson. I do love teaching and hearing from my students. Relocating each year is fun.

Fancy Nancy Says: I must be a gypsy at heart. I love to travel and live different places. I always like the place I am in.

Heavy Rain

We are finishing up medical appointments and today Marty and I had three. It was tight, but I was back at the dentist to get an adjustment and then he was due at his doctor and then on to the final apt. It seems as we get older pasting the body parts back together does require more time.

I was lucky to have Marty driving in a heavy rain. He is much more relaxed as a driver. Driving is not my thing. We are packing up to leave for Florida on Saturday, so please all of you keep in touch and let me know your plans.

We hope you all have a wonderful holiday season. Before we know it , the New Year 2012 will be here. What do you want for the New Year?

I want good health for all, and hope for the US that the country can overcome the recession. When the men return from the military, they will need jobs. Our government needs a plan to help get them back to work. We did it before in the 1930"s . We should be ablt to do it again. Time will tell.

Keep in touch, I love to hear your comments.

Fancy Nancy Says: When the going gets tough, the tough get going! Hang in there USA!

Researching Library Degree

Today I met with a Professor in the Library program. Based on my research the cost of the program is very expensive. Perhaps I will audit one course next summer to evalutate the program. Auditing is much cheaper.

I also hope to do more programs for libraries and banks so now is the time to send out some information for future bookings.

I learned that in the college world today most everything is done by computer. Times have changed. I did enjoy meeting with the library professor and she gave me some insight into the program.

When I grow up I will know what I want to be.


Fancy Nancy Says: Never stop learning!

Volunteer Job Ended Today

I volunteer at the Chamber of Commerce on Sundays and I enjoy meeting the folks who come in for information. Today was my last day until the spring when we return to Rhode Island. Based on an overview of the questions, one of the more frequent ones if " Where is the bathroom?" So far the closest one is about two blocks from our location.

I have suggested that it would make good sense to put in a pay toilet like they have in Europe and Canada. Tomorrow there is a meeting for the town. I might attend and make the suggestion. Who knows, they may even listen.

Fancy Nancy Says: It pays to listen to your customers. They know what they want.

Tower Heist

Saw several movies , but the one that was most fun was Tower Heist. It sounds like a takeoff on the Madoff debacle.

I have been doing research on what it takes to become a reference librarian. On Monday I will meet with them. I did not realize how expensice education has become.

Tomorrow is my last day volunteering at the Chamber. It has been a fun job and I hope to do it again in the spring.

Fancy Nancy Says: When I grow up I will know what I want to be. Right now it is fun to investigage new careers. I do love working.

Researching Library Degree

I think I might enjoy being a refernce librarian. I am researching the cost of getting a degree in Library Science. I notice that you can do it online as well. I think it is quite costly like most educational programs. In any case I need more information about the program. It is fun to do the research.

Fancy Nancy Says: There is always a Search in Research. There is much to learn.

Estate Planning

Worikng on estate planning takes time and research. I have been cleaning out old records and updating my accounts so that my kids and I will know what to do if anything happens to me. I think many folks want until a crisis hits and don't plan their estate in advance. This causes extra expense , time , and aggravation.

Fancy Nancy Says: Plan now while you have the ability to think and act and get your estate organized. You are the best one to do that for your family. In the long run they will thank you for making their lives simpler . A crisis is not the time to think about an estate plan. Get professional advice . It is often money well- spent. It is also a tax deduction . Have the bill say, " For estate planning" and you can deduct the expense . " Uncle Sam will help you pay the bill.