whirledpeas's Status Updates

Thanks for the update, ! Have you ever tried taking your prednisone before bed? I used to have the same problem as you but started taking it before bed like suggested by a friend and that seemed to help. I love that you are so passionate about your hobbies. We would all find something to do you make us happy. Take care, Jackie (Moderator)

Hi, Jackie, Will try the prednisone at bedtime. However, one of the issues I have with it is that it makes me hyper. I bounce along all day at warp speed, even if sometimes only mentally. Last night I got the first good night's sleep in three weeks. But there may be something to it. Thanks!

P.S. I do love my hobbies. They give me a sense of purpose and accomplishment, and they are also a way to share and stay in touch with my granddaughters. Both daughters are interested in dollhouses, as we started down the miniatures road when they were six.
There must be millions of dollhouse grannies out there, from the success of the many online stores. Quality pieces come in all price ranges. It is a quiet, gentle hobby, which can be enjoyed by people with less mobility, and even less energy. I find myself on many a quest for just the right piece. It takes my mind off whatever is bothering me.
Quilting is also slow and thoughtful, quilts becoming whatever you decide, and every missed stitch can be fixed. I don't aim for fancy or artistic quilts. Even the lowly triangle is beyond me. Squares and strips. Patchwork, alternating with big blocks, whatever I like at the moment. I think I have made 41 quilts so far, and hopefully have a bunch more left in me.

@Janet Plank

Hopefully, I figured out how to download a few photos. I'm not an artist, but the cost of this dollhouse was around$700 already built, so I gave it a shot. It was great fun, a real challenge, and a good result.

@Janet Plank

Sounds good, whirledpeas - I do hope you are able to share the pictures here. That should be fun to see your work and the finished product.
Hint: At the bottom right-hand corner of the text box, you will see it says 'upload image'. As long as the picture is on the device you're using (desk-top computer/laptop/cell phone), you should be able to share the picture with us here.
Good luck!
Leon (site moderator COPD.net)

How much prednisone do you take? My dosage is 5mg x 1 per day. I've not heard of issues with being hyper or difficulties sleeping with prednisone, but then I have ADD and also apnea, and am trying to learn how to use my new NIV machine. I can't say the prednisone has increased my issues with either, but it does definitely help my breathing. Anyways, As an old man and retired woodworker, I have no interest in dollhouses, but I have thought about building a wookie tree village.

I didn't get it completely finished before they moved it to Denver. Will send better ones soon, hopefully.

We can still be friends! I am on a short-term stepdown dose for a total of three weeks, from 40mg to 30-20-10, ending on the 18th. Unless I am having issues, I don't take it at all. This is my first exacerbation in three years, so it may be hitting harder. I can definitely tell the lung function decrease as the dosage decreases, but hopefully, the healing process will help. Thanks for asking.

This was given to me out of a friend's garage.

This is a 1978 Art-Ply Franklin dollhouse. Originally built for a little girl by her grandpa. When she grew up, she had no daughters, so I was the lucky recipient. I have made no changes yet. Every piece of wallpaper needs to be replaced, as it looks waterstained. For now, I am enjoying finding furniture and wallpaper, lighting, and pictures.

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@Janet Plank Hi Janet, Have been trying to upload a few photos, but it is my downfall!

What is a wookie tree village? And you should build it.

@Janet Plank Hi Janet, I can never tell if I am notifying people of my messages. Have you seen the wonky dollhouse pics I have accidentally scattered around?

Hi whirled peas - as best as I can tell, all your posts / messages are appearing on the community website.
And there is the first picture, that I am seeing - down below in this conversation. The dollhouse looks magnificent!! That looks like intricate, detailed work!!
Wishing you well!
Leon (site moderator COPD.net)

, any images have to be approved by our team before they are published in the comments! You should be able to see them now. All the best, Sam S. (COPD.net, team member).

Thanks, Samantha - I can see them all now.
These mean a lot to and to the rest of us as well.
What is that expression? "A picture is worth 1,000 words!"
Leon (site moderator COPD.net)

Thanks, Sam. I'm not at ease with the photo download process, but looks like they mostly came through. I think there are two more, or maybe just one.

All of the ones that you uploaded should be visible now! If you don't see any feel free to try again and I will make sure they get published. Best, Sam S. (COPD.net, team member).

@Janet Plank I love sock monkeys! Can you use your sewing machine? or is that a crochet thing? My sis has made every new baby (including 20 great grandchildren!) tie blankets. We have our five on display, and some of their owners are becoming teenagers. My left hand shakes. So annoying! Luckily I am right-handed, so I can still paint and install wallpaper.
I love wreaths! My husband groans as he changes the front porch wreath every season. Would love to see pictures!

Hi, Sam, "I think" I just uploaded nine pictures of the interior of the big dollhouse. For some reason my computer has two files, Pictures, and Photos. I can't seem to get the photos into the pictures app. I also named some of them, but not sure if any were uploaded. Would appreciate any help!

Hi unfortunately, I don't think your pictures uploaded! I'm not seeing them submitted on our end. If you're able, please try again! Thanks, Sam S. (COPD.net, team member).

Thanks for checking. I had a sneaking suspicion I wasn't doing it right. Will try again.

I'll try sending them directly to you this time. will write captions when they're al there.

This is the Art-Ply Franklin, from 1979. What follows are interiors of all the rooms.

Still looking for a dining room set for the back end of the room. I'm thinking Black, to go with the hutch. Ideas?

There is a small half bath under the stairs.

Kitchen

Bedroom. needs a bed and dresser!

All the rooms need new wallpaper, because there are stains and rips everywhere. The one possible exception is the bedroom, which matches the new chair, and there is a bedspread to match if I keep the wallpaper. maybe one wall will stay. The top floor has never been finished, so that is a bonus. I am struggling with uploading the last picture, which is the front. Quite an elegant house, even the Before version.
I have all the loose pieces of woodwork, and the missing balcony door. It will all be painted a crisp white. The floors, with the exception of the kitchen and bathrooms, will be/are oak plank flooring. To be refinished.

I just sent nine, one more coming.

Final pic! The front of the Franklin dollhouse, before any refurbishing.

@Janet Plank last night I uploaded 9 pics of the interior rooms of the current dollhouse. Would love to see pics of your tie blankets and wreaths.

These are all so amazing! Thank you for sharing and wishing you a lovely weekend 😀 - John M. (COPD.net Team)

Hi John, Thanks so much for looking at them. Yesterday I sent pics of the interior of the 1979 one. Something about miniature replicas of real items draws me in. I'm starting on the general store, which is just a shell. So many options! have a great, peaceful, weekend.

@Janet Plank I would love to see a section called The Hobbies of COPD, like we have the pets, ands the one with all our faces. How does that happen?

Hi Sam, thanks for shepherding all of these pics for me. I think I missed the bathroom. My grandpa made the little pink dresser on the left for my mom in the 1920s. One of our family treasures.

, that's a great suggestion and I will bring it to our team! All the best, Sam S. (COPD.net, team member).

I 'm glad you agree. Janet Plank has her wreaths and tag blankets, and lots of crafty stuff, is a wood and leather worker, and I bet lots of others would send pics. @Janet Plank