No, the bright bulb isn’t working in my brain. I cannot
connect with the Internet. Thirty minutes of frustration, and I’m no further
along the path of success. Every woman wants to be a queen, but why do I have
to be Queen of Technopeasants? My talent for misunderstanding and messing up
any and all things electronic is epic. I guess that’s what I get for trying to
stick a bobby pin into a light socket when I was a little girl.
Mom turned on the TV. Diggers is on—two guys using those
electronic beeping gizmoes to find buried treasure from the past. The
juxtaposition of high-tech and history is amusing… so is the fact that next to
my computer/cellphone/and the remote control is a small tin of Rosebud Salve.
If you’ve never used it, treat yourself! First prepared by a druggist in 1892,
it’s been a wonder ever since. As the name promises, it smells of delectable
rosebuds. Chapped lips, dry skin, rough elbows… they are all cured in an
instant. (And it’s cheap! $6 -$8 a tin that lasts for a loooong time!)
In keeping with my inability to do technical stuff, I can't seem to import my picture of the salve. *SIGH* http://www.rosebudperfume.com/
So things from the past can bring a lot of joy.
BTW—my heroine uses Rosebud Salve. Do you have a favorite
little thing from the past that works well today? (At least better than me at my
computer?)
PS. It's the next morning. I'm back on known turf, so I am able to connect.
love to you all,
Cathy
Cathy,
ReplyDeleteI have never heard of that Salve before. I am going out tomorrow to get some, sounds wonderful especially for my poor hands that are taking a whippin' from this cold weather.. Thanks for the tip! I assume that I can buy it a a regular drugstore or Walmart?
Oh Cath, so sorry about the internet problems you had--that can be SO frustrating. But how fun that you and your Mom spent time together and helped Kelly get settled *smile*. And I'm very eager to try the Rosebud Salve---like Veronica (waving to our precious NJ friend!) I'd never heard of it, but my poor hands suffer every winter (yes, even here in the south--it's cold enough to make them super dry and rough*sigh*). Thanks for sharing! Love, PJ
ReplyDeleteIt was amazing what three generations of women could do in just a day! We went from a house filled with boxes to a fully-put-away kitchen, polished furniture, flowers and crystal candlesticks on a lace-covered dining table, pictures on the wall, all the books on shelves.... Kelly's hubby got home from work and didn't recognize the place!
ReplyDeleteAs for Rosebud Salve--I've gotten it at Sephora, Ulta, Anthropologie, Urban Outfitters, and have ordered it on Amazon, from Ebay, and picked it up at boutiques. (I often include it in gift baskets, Christmas stockings, etc.)
SOOOOOO.... Tell ya what: I'll draw three names. To enter, just tell me you'd like to try it!
XO
Cathy
I have heard of it, Cathy, and would love to have some!!!
ReplyDeleteI think years ago, folks sold it door to door!?!
By the way, thanks for the prayers for my sciatica, etc.......I had MRI, injection, and am a WEE bit better.
Jackie S. (in GA)
@Jackie S.--Still praying for you, Georgia friend! ~ And Cath, yes I'd LOVE to try the Rosebud Salve, but you don't need to send me any--I'll look for it in one of the stores you mentioned! Hugs, PJ
ReplyDeleteMe too Cathy, I did not have time to look today as I thought I would. But I will check out the places you mentioned.
ReplyDeleteHey PJ! How's it going? Hugs to you!
Jackie, dearheart, did they do an epidural? A nerve block? Whatever they did, it's a blessing that you have even a teensy bit of relief. They've been doing epidurals with ablations on me---meaning they burn the pain nerves so I can have longer lasting relief. The nerves grow back, but they repeat they procedure. The fact that you've had relief means you're a good candidate for more advanced measures. Please know you're surrounded in prayer.
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