Waterford

It was warmer, sunny and calm out today, Monday. They say we will have a January thaw. I am ready for that. Our wood supply is too. David fears we will run out; I think he is stressing over nothing. I have been close to that before and worked it out. One year I had to go looking for wood in the woods. I made it. I am sure we will too. In the meantime, I am enjoying the thaw and getting ready for the next cold spell.

Saw Dr. Mulcahy today. Had a good visit. He put me back on antibiotics and anti-fungal meds, but that was to be expected. He was somewhat amazed that I have stuck to my diet and not eaten any wheat, dairy, sugar, nightshades, etc. I told him it was hard during the holidays as there was so much around, but I made it through. He said I could have a cookie or piece of candy and see how I reacted. The trick is only eating one piece of candy or one cookie. Not easy for a sugar addict.

Been back to work the last two Saturdays. Hard, but felt good to be there. It wasn’t the cold that got me, it was wearing so much clothing I couldn’t figure out how to wear my back brace. The result is that my back and legs hurt. I will attempt to do better this week. Thanks for all the positive feedback and concern. It helps.

Thursday, Jan. 10, ACOA will meet at Waterford Library at 10 a.m. It is a discussion group and we will be doing the 10 steps. All are welcome. FMI or if the weather is bad please call 739-9115.

January 10 at 2 p.m. Arla Patch will speak about the Maine Wabanaki State Child Welfare Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) at the Whitman Memorial Library in Bryant Pond.

Sunday, Jan 13 (1-13-13) at 2 p.m. the Waterford Fair Committee will meet at the Waterford Town Hall. All are welcome. Their next supper will be served on Saturday, Jan. 19, at the North Waterford Church across from Melby’s. The fee is $7 for adults and $3.50 for children. Food is served between 5 and 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, Jan. 13, the Mountain Poets will meet at Fare Share Commons. All poets and poetry lovers are invited to come and enjoy a night of poetry. FMI please call 743- 0583.

Monday, Jan. 14, the Knit and Chat Group will meet at the Waterford Library from 2-4 p.m. All levels of knitters are welcome. FMI call 583-2050.

Thursday, Jan. 17, a Community Supper will be served at the Wilkins House on Plummer Hill. Bring a dish with food to share. FMI call 583-6377.