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I have the simplest little by-the-minute phone I could find. It costs me under $7 a month for something I don't use and I have over a thousand minutes on it. But it may be there in an emergency for me. That is what it is for. I'm getting a start on my laundry.
~Tina Drama Free Zone. What every gardener loves the most, Begins and ends in rich compost. (Tina)
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Well, my regular laundry is done. I have a boatload of towels for some reason. Not sure why there is more than usual. I hope everyone weathers the storms that I am sending eastward.
~Tina Drama Free Zone. What every gardener loves the most, Begins and ends in rich compost. (Tina)
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I have the simplest little by-the-minute phone I could find. It costs me under $7 a month for something I don't use and I have over a thousand minutes on it. But it may be there in an emergency for me. That is what it is for. I'm on Virgin Mobile's cheapest unlimited plan's, rarely use my cell; the number I give everyone rings my house and my cell at the same time, so it's only really used when I'm out.
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And costs you more than $7 a month?
~Tina Drama Free Zone. What every gardener loves the most, Begins and ends in rich compost. (Tina)
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Sweet dreams all. I'm ready to hit the pillows.
~Tina Drama Free Zone. What every gardener loves the most, Begins and ends in rich compost. (Tina)
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And costs you more than $7 a month? $35/mo, which was acceptable when I was getting unlimited 4g, but Sprint upgraded their stuff, so their mobile network partners all have to upgrade their devices. I'm waiting for Google to roll out their cellular service then moving to that, it's in Beta now and i'm on the waiting list, so hopefully they'll approve me.
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I am confused over cell phones..it seems a monthly plan is cheaper here than pre-paid...and I can't even find any info on a pay-as-you-go set up.
~~Tam~ You can bury all your troubles by digging in the dirt.
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Good morning. Happy Saturday. I'm gonna vegetate today. Unless I get struck by a busy mode. I find the cell phones confusing also, Sunny. I do remember shopping at Virgin years ago and they didn't have service in my canyon. Not a good thing. They probably do now. I settled on my prepaid phone because I don't use it. I really only need it for emergencies. I don't need it online or to take/send pictures. I put it in the car before I leave in the mornings. I bring it in and put it on the charger if it needs it in the afternoon. I have a $20 card I put into it every 3 months and those minutes add up and roll over. I don't even have the number memorized and I've had it for over 7 years. I did use it last week when I picked up some metal in a tire on my way to school. To call Triple A. They came, filled it and followed me a couple miles away to my tire place where it was patched. The perils of living in the boondocks.
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Tina an sunflowers, I am considered the boon docks too/ THe only internet service I can get is our 911 tower cast off.
However the cell phone was free from son when he changed his service.. I pay $20. on a family plan.. He is allowed 5 on it an her mom is on it too. I don't like big bills............... I don't know the net or cells but son an some other familys help me out.
PS... My horse isn't here, this is my Nitemare..
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The main thing is to have communication abilities. I am happy with my land lines. My rotary phone was a lifesaver when we were without power a few times. I have my simple cell for out on the roads if there is an emergency. There aren't as many pay phones these days. I am comfortable with that. I have gotten very little done today so far. I am off to gather up those towels and start some laundry.
~Tina Drama Free Zone. What every gardener loves the most, Begins and ends in rich compost. (Tina)
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We lost power today because of a car accident...I am glad to see it back on. Tina, that's the kind of cell phone set up I want to get...I'll have to call our local provider to get any headway. I will also pretend that it is for an elderly grandparent so that they do not rogue me into any fancy plans. I have worked outside most of the day...I am so tired it's not funny, that never happens to me. Either I'm getting old or sick
~~Tam~ You can bury all your troubles by digging in the dirt.
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I don't know what's available in Canada, Sunny. I got mine in Walmart but they are available all sorts of places as well. I didn't need a 'service provider'. I just bought the phone and it came with a charger and a car charger for about $20. But I've bought a couple since that the price has gone up to $30 and most recently $40 for my son. I bought the cards for about $20 each. I got home and charged the phone up if it was needed and then called the number that came with the phone (house phone). I gave them my info (name, phone #, sim card #, etc) and they activated it. I entered my first phone card. It reminds me when I am running down on time and need to put in another card. It's pretty easy. When I have talked to a provider about them they want to put you under an expensive contract and sell you an expensive phone. Not for me. Even the ones for the elderly.
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Well, the prepaid and "cheap no-name" providers are virtual providers, they rent space from larger providers: MetroPCS - TMobile Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile - Sprint Google Fi - Sprint AND TMobile
Then you get to the tracphone provider, they run TracFone, NET10 Wireless, Total Wireless, Straight Talk, SafeLink Wireless, Telcel América, Simple Mobile, and Page Plus Cellular over various US carriers (Verizon Wireless, AT&T Mobility, Sprint Corporation, T-Mobile US, and U.S. Cellular)
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PS... My horse isn't here, this is my Nitemare..
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I have a tracfone. But I am not sure what may be available in Canada.
~Tina Drama Free Zone. What every gardener loves the most, Begins and ends in rich compost. (Tina)
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My phone is the 4s iPhone. It was great for a long time now it won't hold a charge. Johnny has a Samsung droid but I don't like it as well as an iphone.
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I have droid htc...........got it free Verizon sells those.
I do like it......Even tho I press the wrong keys..LOL fun. wireless an stuff (free)
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I don't even have a cellphone....I will need one when Grandgirl starts kindergarten this Fall though. The sun is shining and my snow is completely gone....the last of it melted yesterday. That is wonderful.(the snow being gone.)
________ Life isn't about how to survive the storm, but how to dance in the rain!! .....
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Everyone's snow should be gone. I wish it to be so. It is creeping up on my bed time and I couldn't be happier. Sweet dreams all.
~Tina Drama Free Zone. What every gardener loves the most, Begins and ends in rich compost. (Tina)
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It is getting to be my bedtime too... but just started my nightly coughing fit so will sit up a while yet... first time I have done this all day... Oldest DD came by today and picked up the jury duty notice my grandson got here.. since he is in the army now they have to let it go but he will have to call them... We got rain and hail today... and the mtns got some snow- the B and B we go to posted on facebook today that it was 33 up there and snowing... we have our cabin reserved for the end of June so hope it stops by then! Well off to bed now... will start up my vaporizer again- sure wish this cold would just go away... did get to sit outside and enjoy my yard for a few minutes yesterday,, rain is keeping my birdbath filled up.. got it for Mother's Day- it's stained glass with a butterfly and flowers.. so pretty... got 2 vases of flowers too and and azalea plant.. so pretty... all white... Still have my candles lit for Carol... sure hope she is doing well.... Nana
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Good morning. It's nice to see Junie posting again Thanks for the phone info, it explains it so I know exactly what to look for. Nana, you might need a steroid treatment to cure that cough....I did. It is raining today...guess I'll tackle the indoors today.
~~Tam~ You can bury all your troubles by digging in the dirt.
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It is nice to she her posting. Good morning. I'm back to routine today. I love Sundays.
~Tina Drama Free Zone. What every gardener loves the most, Begins and ends in rich compost. (Tina)
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Your the only person I know who loves to do laundry on sunday instead of worshipping.
Our day off here.......we go out an enjoy the day without work ..Just play an visit . I am going to my sis an out to lunch..........And church
Nice to be free of chores once in a week.
PS... My horse isn't here, this is my Nitemare..
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Different strokes. And I do not feel that laundry is a chore. It is a joy to have clean bodies in clean bedding on a Sunday night. It is joyful to face a Monday with plenty of rest and ready for the week. I am grateful for the opportunity and the peace it brings me. I am happy to spend a little extra time with my special son on grooming and the games we make with it all.
~Tina Drama Free Zone. What every gardener loves the most, Begins and ends in rich compost. (Tina)
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Id rather cleanse my soul on sunday, an thank the lord for what he has bestowed on me.
it readys me for a successful week ahead.
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I do both on Sunday. I go to church, go to see my MIL, out to eat, and then come home & do what needs to be done. Sometimes yard work, sometimes laundry. It just depends.
________ Life isn't about how to survive the storm, but how to dance in the rain!! .....
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Nice to see you, Carol. Get well soon.
~Tina Drama Free Zone. What every gardener loves the most, Begins and ends in rich compost. (Tina)
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Thank you Tina. I hurt a lot & do nothing, I just lay here. But all of you are helping me get thru this. And for that I will be eternally greatful.
________ Life isn't about how to survive the storm, but how to dance in the rain!! .....
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Do you have tv there Carol?
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I wish that there was more that I could do to help you.
~Tina Drama Free Zone. What every gardener loves the most, Begins and ends in rich compost. (Tina)
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I have TV here, and my cell (ATT) and my Valarie's little tablet. I have JUST asked for a pain pill, perhaps I will fee Better soon.
I am so very Lucky to have you all. Bless every one of you.
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I am Soon off to sleep, night, ñîght
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Good morning. We are blessed to have you Junie I spent the whole day yesterday cleaning(it poured rain) so that today I can tackle the outdoors.
~~Tam~ You can bury all your troubles by digging in the dirt.
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Hope you had a restful nite Carol. each day will be easier.
I took my 80 year old sis out for dinner yesterday. Roast turkey. It was awesome. She was overjoyed..........It rained half a day an was nice the rest.
Guess Monday is lawn mowing day.......An I will probably go visit some graves this week. Hubbys ,parents, 3 sisters, 2 brothers ......IN 2 different cemetarys........There was 10 of us an only 3 are still living. Plus brother in laws.......dead
However like they say, beats the alternative..... I am happy to do this for them. I put posies on all the graves.
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Good morning. It is a school day for us. And I will get some shopping done. We will get more rain at the end of this week. It can rain like it has been, once a week, all summer long and it would be lovely. But still not touch our drought problems.
~Tina Drama Free Zone. What every gardener loves the most, Begins and ends in rich compost. (Tina)
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Good morning. I finally slept last night when I was given some pain meds. Today begins Therapy.
________ Life isn't about how to survive the storm, but how to dance in the rain!! .....
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I am glad you got some sleep, Carol. Good luck with your PT.
~Tina Drama Free Zone. What every gardener loves the most, Begins and ends in rich compost. (Tina)
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Good morning. I finally slept last night when I was given some pain meds. Today begins Therapy. Amen Carol.. Rest is best...........Go easy an you will succeed.
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Good morning. I finally slept last night when I was given some pain meds. Today begins Therapy. I'm glad to hear that you got some rest! I start my PT today too, hopefully they can do something for my back :/. Good luck!
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I hope both of you do well with your PT. I got Teddy to school and stopped at a store for a few items. I picked up my older son to come up and help around here. Ready to get cracking on some cooking for the week.
~Tina Drama Free Zone. What every gardener loves the most, Begins and ends in rich compost. (Tina)
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