Wednesday, July 30, 2025

WEDNESDAY HODGEPODGE #613

Thank you Joyce.
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1. On July 29th 1957 The Tonite Show premiered with Jack Parr as it's host. This marked the beginning of the modern day talk show. Do you watch any daytime or late night talk shows today? Do you have any thoughts on the hubbub surrounding the cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, or are you more in the camp of 'who is Stephen Colbert? 

I actually watch Andy Cohen depending on who the guest is for the day. I know who Colbert is but I have never watched him. 

2. What's the best part of your day? 

Probably in the late afternoon when Mark and I sit down and watch The Five. We often have a glass of wine, then he talks to Amber before we have dinner. Then we shower before bedtime. We love going to bed clean. However, if we have someplace to go the next day we will shower again. FYI

3. What's something your generation does that you actually dislike? 

I'm not sure I have an answer for that. 

4. When you cook do you clean as you go, or clean it all up once you're finished cooking? What's the last thing you cooked/baked in your own kitchen? 

I think that most of the clean up is after we eat. Mark's been doing most of the cooking but I do try to help with the cleanup. 

5. Sum up your July in ten words or less. 

It has been very challenging with my lung issues. (Not sure if I mentioned that insurance denied the new medication. Not sure what will happen next)

6. Insert your own random thought here. 

This came up the other day in memories so I showed it to Adam, Gabby and James. 

That's Adam with the puppies. Our dog Abby had 10 puppies. It was a fun experience. We even had a Chicago newscaster that bought one from us. 


Abby with her puppies.

This is Zack, the puppy we kept.


11 comments:

Ann said...

How cute Adam was with all those puppies. It reminds me of when one of our dogs had a litter.
I try to clean as I go. Especially when doing big meals for the holidays.

Joyce said...

Look at all those puppies! So cute! I hope you're able to work around the insurance issue. Such a hassle though. Have a great day Debby!

Mevely317 said...

Those images of little Adam and the puppies are too precious! Tom does most of the 'real' cooking here but I'm right behind him, wiping and clearing. (Except when I put something away that he's not finished using. Oops!)

Little Penpen said...

I try to clean as I go. The puppies were adorable—sweet memory. That’s a shame insurance won’t approve the medication. It’s a crazy system we have!

The Feminine Energy said...

Oh, how I hate that insurance companies have the *power* to dictate what medication folks can take. Ugh! Aren't doctors supposed to decide that?! Awful!! I'm not sure how much the medication costs but I used to get one of my medications from a certified Canadian pharmacy. You have to pay for it yourself but at least it's LOTS cheaper. I don't know if that works the same now, because of the stupid tariffs & all, but it might be worth inquiring. Love, Andrea xoxo

Carla from The River said...

I loved the photos of the puppies. :-)
Here is to a great August Debby, praying things will get better for you.
Carla

Martha Jane Orlando said...

We love watching The Five together, too, Debby. Your puppy pics are priceless, too. It brought back memories of my childhood dog that had eight puppies before we had her fixed. I sure hope you can get some positive feedback on the medication issues. It's terrible when insurance won't cover something we really need. Blessings!

Faith said...

What cute puppy pics!!
I don't know what The Five is. Will have to google that. I rarely watch television other than the first 20 min of the Today Show because I like Savannah Guthrie.

Debby @ My Shasta Home said...

How adorable those puppies were, and 10 of them to love on till they find their furever homes. That is an experience I have never had. I'd be afraid I'd keep them all.

I'm so sorry that the insurance denied your medication. Don’t lose hope—errors can sometimes happen. Decades ago, I worked at a dental insurance company. I remember numerous instances where claims for necessary procedures were initially denied, only to be approved later through an appeals process. It’s worth pursuing! Additionally, consider reaching out to the medication's manufacturer; they often provide discounts or assistance programs that could help alleviate the financial burden while you wait. I can only imagine how costly it must be, and I truly hope you can find a viable solution soon.
Take Care, Debby!

photowannabe said...

Yes, on the advice from Debbie/Shasta. pursue it. Its not right to be denied meds that will help you live a better life. Praying..
Love your puppies photos too.
We used to watch Carson Late Night and a little Letterman after that but no longer watch the ugly conversations on TV now.
Colbert is probably the worse of the bunch but not by much.
Take care my friend
Sue

Chatty Crone said...

Hey those puppies are cute, but I think I counted 11.
I am not much of watching the4 Tonight Show.
I am sorry about the medication - doesn't seem right here in America.
We watch The Five too.

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