Pete,

My cats too are thrilled when Mom is in the kitchen making something to eat. They hover like vultures just waiting for any morsel.

As to the decaf coffee - I've been told the same thing. I've learned to fool myself into thinking that it is actually "leaded" instead of "unleaded".

Another suggestion might be to mix decaf and regular together so you're only getting 1/2 the caffeine power.

As to the sloshing coffee cup - my carpeting is tan so sloshing is not an option lol. I have a coffee mug with a snap on lid that I use. Got the mug at Walmart.

LOL Pete,

I had to chuckle reading your blog. Dave has some of the same issues you do. But be careful, lol, our 2 little dogs are getting quite "chubby" with the free meals they have been getting.

How about a cup of green tea, Dave has switched to that, yes, it takes some getting used to, there is NO substitute for the coffee taste, but even I like the tea now as well.

I am so happy that you as well find some humor in everyday life.

hugs Anne

Pete:

yu are funny. I am sure you will be fine since you are able to find humor in the situation which could get some ppl down

Asha

I am clumsy well okay.. I am clumsier than I used to be. Yes the dogs line up, when mom is in the kitchen. Donna's idea is a good one. maybe mix the coffee so you start decreasing the caffeine.

I remember, I spilled (dropped) a huge glass of red fruit punch, I was carrying outside ..my husband looked at me and said why did you do that? I looked at him and said... " I wanted to see what 12 ounces of red punch looked liked on blue carptet.. " (hmph)...

If you are going to ..go off caffeine,.. wean off of it, otherwise you can get some "whopping" headaches" Did the Dr tell you why? I know there are some Dr's who say to stop and others say some is ok. ???

Bonnie