Just Questions...Cinco de Hold the Mayo [Archive] - Page 2

Dsnygirl

04-18-2007, 09:31 PM

Lynne and Blythe, :notworth: to you both! You're my heroes!

So did you all enjoy your :mickey: waffles this morning? You left the kitchen so neat. Tomorrow morning it's eggs and turkey bacon (trying to keep it relatively healthy) and coffee, of course. I'll make it to go for anyone who just happens to be travelling.

Same to you!! And yes, the waffles were delish... can't wait for breakfast tomorrow!! You take such good care of me before bed!! Kind of crazy dreams, though... something about mickey mouse and a sparrow and pirate ships... :blush:

Did anybody miss me? :cool:

Always!! Where'd you go? Did you miss us??

It is a big island...but also very relaxing. I love being near the ocean. This (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v472/marlynx2/100_1490.jpg) was taken from my window. It is a cruise ship on its way back from Alaska. I couldn't live inland ever. The ocean gets into your soul. Do you think that is why I like Capt Jack so much?? LOL
Once I kidnap him I have no intentions of sharing (unless you bribe me with cookies?)

You are so speaking my language... the ocean has been a part of me all my life. I've been going to Maine since I was a little girl, and have always dreamed of living close to the coast. The closest I got was 6 yrs in New Hampshire... it was awesome, the coast was only 45 mins. away, and I was there just about every day off before my first DD was born. My parents own land in York, Maine, and we dream of building there some day -- we'll see what's meant to be.
What kind of cookies would you like? How many? Where shall I deliver them to? I'll bring extra for the Sparrow... :D

Bunch of smart alex's! Get it???

:funny:

OK...you guys are distracting me. I am going to go finish my packing.

We are distracting you?? I spend most of my time here just looking at your avatar!! :D

I still haven't decided on whether to put in skylights or let it go au natuaral. If we leave them open he will never have to worry about cleaning them plus when it rains he gets an indoor water feature! Everyone wants an indoor water feature, don't they?

Absolutely!! I'm sure he'd love it!! What with all the hurricanes down there.... oh... well... never mind, maybe not. Any other ideas??

marlyn

04-18-2007, 09:43 PM

You are so speaking my language... the ocean has been a part of me all my life.

You should pay a visit out this way sometime. You would love it here! Heaven on earth.

What kind of cookies would you like? How many? Where shall I deliver them to? I'll bring extra for the Sparrow... :D

Are you begging? Not that there is anything wrong with that. ;) I like double chocolate fudge/macadamia nut cookies :D

We are distracting you?? I spend most of my time here just looking at your avatar!! :D

Are you saying you are going to miss me after I leave tomorrow?? :D

Dsnygirl

04-18-2007, 09:58 PM

You should pay a visit out this way sometime. You would love it here! Heaven on earth.
Are you begging? Not that there is anything wrong with that. ;) I like double chocolate fudge/macadamia nut cookies :D
Are you saying you are going to miss me after I leave tomorrow?? :D

I bet I would -- it sounds just wonderful.:cloud9:

Yes, definitely begging... and I can do dbl choc fudge/madadamia... you still didn't tell me where you guys will be so I can deliver them...:D

Yes, I will definitely miss you -- as will most of the girls here, it seems! I hope you have the best time... I can't wait to hear all about it. Where are you staying??

Ellen, are you still out there?? Can I help you babysit?

Christine

04-18-2007, 11:04 PM

Evening, all!

Smart alex's??? Oh my gosh! How long you been waiting to break that one out??? But yes, Alex, we missed you and it is good to see your legs...I mean you! :blush: :secret:

Where's Scott? Have all our Capt. Jack drool fests been driving the JQ men away??? Their posts seem to be getting fewer and far between.

Speaking of Capt. Jack...

I'm sorry...what was I saying??:blush: :faint:

marlyn

04-19-2007, 01:03 AM

I you still didn't tell me where you guys will be so I can deliver them...:D

Yes, I will definitely miss you -- as will most of the girls here, it seems! I hope you have the best time... I can't wait to hear all about it. Where are you staying??

The Pearl is docked in a secret undergound channel (under the MK)...it goes straight out to ocean where we will sail to pick you and the others up for an East Coast storm relief partay!! Can you bring the punch and cookies?

I am staying at All Star Movies. :)

Where's Scott? Have all our Capt. Jack drool fests been driving the JQ men away??? Their posts seem to be getting fewer and far between.

Nothing like a little healthy competition to keep things interesting. I am curious...are those really Alex's legs in that avatar? They are rather...:blush:

marlyn

04-19-2007, 01:09 AM

I still haven't decided on whether to put in skylights or let it go au natuaral. If we leave them open he will never have to worry about cleaning them plus when it rains he gets an indoor water feature! Everyone wants an indoor water feature, don't they?

How very Zen!! Zen is in isn't it??

marlyn

04-19-2007, 01:41 AM

well...I am off to bed. Blythe, don't work too hard. :D

I will pop in to say Bye before I go tomorrow. You guys have a good couple of weeks ok? I will join you for cookies when I return. :mickey:

Dsnygirl

04-19-2007, 02:03 AM

:faint:
I'm sorry...what was I saying?? :blush:

:laughing:

The Pearl is docked in a secret undergound channel (under the MK)...it goes straight out to ocean where we will sail to pick you and the others up for an East Coast storm relief partay!! Can you bring the punch and cookies?

I am staying at All Star Movies.

I am ALL about the punch & cookies!! Spiked with a little rum perhaps??

We are staying at the All Star Movies in October -- we've never been, so you'll have to tell me how it is!!

well...I am off to bed. Blythe, don't work too hard.

I will pop in to say Bye before I go tomorrow. You guys have a good couple of weeks ok? I will join you for cookies when I return.

I'm sorry I wasn't here to keep you company on your last night at home -- I wonder if you'll sleep tonight?? You must be so excited! Oh wait - you said you were way past excited -- what's next? :minnie: :mickey3: :tigger: :stitch: If I don't catch you in the morning before you go, have a WONDERFUL time!! We'll save you some cookies... (but you gotta share Jack....:D )

alpro2

04-19-2007, 06:21 AM

Yes, I will definitely miss you -- as will most of the girls here, it seems!
Uh, hello...there are more than just girls here.

But yes, Alex, we missed you and it is good to see your legs...I mean you! :blush: :secret:

I am curious...are those really Alex's legs in that avatar? They are rather...:blush:
Is that all I am wanted for??? I do have a mind you know. ;)

trackbarroness

04-19-2007, 08:16 AM

Dude you know we glove you err I mean love you for your mind also.. Besides is that really a picture of your legs? :blush: If so you have nice looking gams dude. hehe hehe hehe
Did you miss meh?
Probably not

Dsnygirl

04-19-2007, 08:49 AM

Uh, hello...there are more than just girls here.

Is that all I am wanted for??? I do have a mind you know. ;)

Sorry Alex -- I didn't know you'd miss Lynne's avatar that much!! :D

We do enjoy your legs... but the question remains... are they yours??? Do tell... :)

I'm off to bed -- Ellen, thank you for the awesome breakfast... save me some coffee for later, please!!

Lynne -- have a GREAT trip... can't wait to see your avatar... I mean hear about your trip... when you get back!! :D

Jasper -- be careful of your back working that backhoe, and don't fall off the roof!!

Jen -- good luck w/ your packing and last-minute party planning... I have a feeling that Galactic Heroes can pull ANYTHING off!!

Ken -- wherever you are, this is for you when you're catching up -- hope you're having a great vacation!! Enjoy the new digs when you get home... :thedolls:

Everyone else -- I hope you all have a great day!! I'm falling asleep on the computer....:unsure:

offwego

04-19-2007, 09:16 AM

Have a good sleep Blythe.

Rhonda how's your Dad doing?

Ellen have you found out if you can get both done at once yet or is that not till next tuesday?

Jenn hows the party planning going?

And does anyone else think next time we reno Alex's house we'd better leave extra space for the doorways so his ego will fit through?

I'm worried about the whole leg thing. Aren't you all?

Where's Deb & Di as well? It's been kinda quiet around here.

Christine

04-19-2007, 09:29 AM

Hi Nat! :hi:

It certainly has been quiet around here!

I know SOME people are busy headed to WDW today...not that I have been :pout: that it's not me or anything!

Wanna have some fun? I say when our friends don't check in for a while, they leave us no choice but to GUESS/ MAKE UP what they must be doing!! :plot: :thedolls: Mmmmwaaaaaah haaaaaa haaaa! (that's a very sinnister laugh, if you couldn't tell!)

I'll get us started...

Alex is on the phone this morning taking out a policy with the same insurance company that insured Mary Hart's legs.

Ken is still in the 1950s and is trying to fix the flex capacitor to get back home! (Can't you just see him with "Doc" at the town's clock tower?)

Nascfan

04-19-2007, 09:29 AM

Did you miss meh?

Who's meh? ;) My favorite Space Mountain Cast Member is always missed. :D

I'm worried about the whole leg thing. Aren't you all?

Extremely.

Sending more :pixie: along for Ellen. And some for Jasper's back. I truly feel for you, back pain has got to be the worst.

Jenn, I just thought of something for the party that might be easy, although I don't know how expensive. What about pizzas?

Lynne, in case I don't get the chance later, have a safe, wonderful trip! Looking forward to reading about it when you get back.

Nascfan

04-19-2007, 09:34 AM

Ken is still in the 1950s and is trying to fix the flex capacitor to get back home! (Can't you just see him with "Doc" at the town's clock tower?)

That's a scary thought, don't you think?

disneydrmr

04-19-2007, 10:12 AM

Everyone else -- I hope you all have a great day!! I'm falling asleep on the computer....:unsure:

Hey - why do you have imprints of keyboard keys on your forehead? :D

And does anyone else think next time we reno Alex's house we'd better leave extra space for the doorways so his ego will fit through?

I'm worried about the whole leg thing. Aren't you all?

Where's Deb & Di as well? It's been kinda quiet around here.

Hi Nat, I've been in and out of here.. those pesky customers have come out of the wood work this week. Don't they know they are taking away from my Intercot time?

Hmmm... do you think we can even make a large enough doorway for Alex's ego? ;)

Wanna have some fun? I say when our friends don't check in for a while, they leave us no choice but to GUESS/ MAKE UP what they must be doing!! :plot: :thedolls: Mmmmwaaaaaah haaaaaa haaaa! (that's a very sinnister laugh, if you couldn't tell!)

I'll get us started...

Alex is on the phone this morning taking out a policy with the same insurance company that insured Mary Hart's legs.

Ken is still in the 1950s and is trying to fix the flex capacitor to get back home! (Can't you just see him with "Doc" at the town's clock tower?)

I think Alex has also been busy getting his legs ready for the "Best Legs" contest... I'm hearing that he plans to 'make sure' :plot: he wins the title this year...(Frankie - watch out for guys in dark alleys carrying heavy sticks)

"Come back to the future Ken! Come back!" :D

marlyn

04-19-2007, 11:13 AM

OK, this is it. The final stretch. I am going to take dog to kennel, then I have some last minute stuff to do and then I am OFF! You take good care of my avatar until I return. I have entrusted him to ellen...cause, well, not so sure you can all be trusted ;)

I am ALL about the punch & cookies!! Spiked with a little rum perhaps??

We are staying at the All Star Movies in October -- we've never been, so you'll have to tell me how it is!!

I'm sorry I wasn't here to keep you company on your last night at home -- I wonder if you'll sleep tonight?? You must be so excited! Oh wait - you said you were way past excited -- what's next? :minnie: :mickey3: :tigger: :stitch: If I don't catch you in the morning before you go, have a WONDERFUL time!! We'll save you some cookies... (but you gotta share Jack....)

Share Jack?? Well, that would depend on the type of cookies

Is that all I am wanted for??? I do have a mind you know.

Of course you do Alex...but your avatar isn't drawing attention to it now is it?:blush:

Sorry Alex -- I didn't know you'd miss Lynne's avatar that much!! :D

Well, some say capt jack has a feminine quality ;)

Lynne -- have a GREAT trip... can't wait to see your avatar... I mean hear about your trip... when you get back!!

Thank you. I am so exicted. It is going to be an amazing trip!

Lynne, in case I don't get the chance later, have a safe, wonderful trip! Looking forward to reading about it when you get back.

Thanks. Long trip report to follow. bring cookies!

offwego

04-19-2007, 11:32 AM

OK, this is it. The final stretch. I am going to take dog to kennel, then I have some last minute stuff to do and then I am OFF! You take good care of my avatar until I return. I have entrusted him to ellen...cause, well, not so sure you can all be trusted ;)
Thanks. Long trip report to follow. bring cookies!

Have a great time! Are you going to be able to upload pics or is it just Jenn doing that?

disneydrmr

04-19-2007, 12:36 PM

Have a safe and magical trip Lynne!

And I believe our Galactic Hero, Jenn, leaves tomorrow... so I hope you have a safe and magical trip also!

And don't either of you worry - your homes are in good hands with the JQ Crew!

Hey Jaspar - does that Backhoe have enough diesel/gas? Who has the jello mold of the Black Pearl? Oh, and just leave the 'window' au natural at Ken's! I think he did mention wanting a water feature.. and since we have to get two jobs done in the next week, I think we better tie up the loose ends at Ken's as quick as possible (duct tape works great for tying up those loose odds and ends) and head on out! Jaspar has the back hoe.. Scott, can you drive the crane? And Alex - do you think you can manage the semi?

Mickey'sGirl

04-19-2007, 01:05 PM

Nascfan

04-19-2007, 01:21 PM

offwego

04-19-2007, 01:23 PM

disneydrmr

04-19-2007, 02:35 PM

:hi: guys! Thanks for the well wishes!

We leave tomorrow.....and will be having dinner with Pogo!

I am experiencing day from heck.....if it can go wrong it has..... Why does everything need urgent sign off just as you are finishing things up to go away for a few days? Yi Yi YI!!

So sorry you have not having a good day.. just keep thinking to yourself that you leave in less than 24 hours!!! Tell Pogo we said hello! And make sure you tell my Stitchie Poo that I said hi and I miss him! Again, you guys have a wonderful and safe trip!

Crane? I get to drive the crane? Excellent! Does it have the wrecking...I mean renovation ball hooked up?

Yep, the wreck.. um, renovation ball is hooked up! So be careful where you swing that thing.. we wouldn't want any 'unplanned' holes in Jenn and Lynne's roofs, now would we? ;)

I hear you..I just found out I'm getting a different assistant which is a total day wrecker. My current one is amazing both with me and with clients and responds well to pressure. Mind you she's not happy either since I increase her bonus with my performance and she's not exactly trading up in her new pool. GRR!

Nat - sorry to hear about the assistant switch. I hope your new one is just as good if not better than your current one.

ANyone want a nice, hot fresh cinnamon roll?

offwego

04-19-2007, 03:06 PM

ANyone want a nice, hot fresh cinnamon roll?

Ohh that sounds yummy. I have iced tea to trade will that work?

Do you think Jenn will bring you some pics Di?

alpro2

04-19-2007, 03:09 PM

Ok I am back. I was about to respond to all of your sarcasm but I decided not to. ;)

Have a great time Lynne and Jen. Give a big :D to Pogo for us.

So, has spring sprung by you?

Riri529

04-19-2007, 03:17 PM

Hmmm... do you think we can even make a large enough doorway for Alex's ego? ;)

I think Alex has also been busy getting his legs ready for the "Best Legs" contest... I'm hearing that he plans to 'make sure' :plot: he wins the title this year...(Frankie - watch out for guys in dark alleys carrying heavy sticks)

:D

I know he's found jeans that hug him in all the right places ;) but do you think Alex will still be able to find a hat that fits??

Hey Frankie, have you had any luck contacting former Olympic skater Tanya Harding??

alpro2

04-19-2007, 03:24 PM

I know he's found jeans that hug him in all the right places ;) but do you think Alex will still be able to find a hat that fits??

Et tu Brute? :shake:

Riri529

04-19-2007, 03:36 PM

Et tu Brute? :shake:

I'm sure I don't know what you're talking about, Legs... uh I mean Alex. :D

Today is turning out to be a beautiful day.
So, is it safe to put my snow boots away?

offwego

04-19-2007, 03:58 PM

Et tu Brute? :shake: Could have been worse it could have been wrong places.

I'm sure I don't know what you're talking about, Legs... uh I mean Alex. :D

Today is turning out to be a beautiful day.
So, is it safe to put my snow boots away?
You own snow boots?

disneydrmr

04-19-2007, 04:10 PM

Ohh that sounds yummy. I have iced tea to trade will that work?

Do you think Jenn will bring you some pics Di?

Mmmm.. iced tea sounds wonderful! Perfect trade! Do you want a big cinnamon roll or one of these smaller ones?

I sure hope Jenn brings back some pics for me! I need a Stitchie Poo fix!

Ok I am back. I was about to respond to all of your sarcasm but I decided not to. ;)

So, has spring sprung by you?

Gee Alex, what sarcasm are you referring too? I'm sure none of us know what you are talking about.. do we?

Spring is still trying to spring around my parts. But I'm not gonna put away my winter stuff yet. We're in the upper 50s today... 70s for this weekend.

I know he's found jeans that hug him in all the right places ;) but do you think Alex will still be able to find a hat that fits??

Hey Frankie, have you had any luck contacting former Olympic skater Tanya Harding??

I don't know - do they make a 50 gallon hat? Hmmm.. maybe Frankie needs to keep his award winning legs away from Tanya.. Alex - you don't know Tanya Harding by chance - do you?

Today is turning out to be a beautiful day.
So, is it safe to put my snow boots away?

Only if you feel VERY lucky! I think I'll keep mine out until June at least....

offwego

04-19-2007, 04:18 PM

Mmmm.. iced tea sounds wonderful! Perfect trade! Do you want a big cinnamon roll or one of these smaller ones?

I sure hope Jenn brings back some pics for me! I need a Stitchie Poo fix!

....
A little one please.

Did Alex run away cause we teased him some? Didn't think he was that thin skinned. Or is he just trying to start the reno's early?

Dsnygirl

04-19-2007, 04:23 PM

ANyone want a nice, hot fresh cinnamon roll?

Absolutely!! Sounds like the perfect breakfast! (I know, most of you are heading more towards dinner... I do the whole breakfast to dinner jump in about 2 hours on days like this... :) )

So, has spring sprung by you?

I think maybe, finally, yes!! My daffodils actually opened while I was sleeping -- it's gorgeous out!!

So Legs (I like the new nickname... it fits....) I guess your avatar is all on it's own now, now that Lynne's gone... how does it feel to be in the spotlight?? :bow:

Today is turning out to be a beautiful day.
So, is it safe to put my snow boots away?

I wouldn't... last time I did, we got 7" of snow!! You wouldn't want to be responsible for all of the Northeast needing Prozac... :crazy:

Jen, I hope your day is going a little better now -- I'm so sorry these last few days have been rough!! But just think.... 24 hrs from now you'll be in the magic... whoo hoo!! :woohoo:

Anyone have any ideas for Lynne's house while she's gone?

Christine

04-19-2007, 05:00 PM

Christine what all else can we make up this afternoon? Should Maria be going somewhere exotic? Should Rhonda being taking up the Samba?

That sounds promising :plot: ...

(Blythe, since you were asleep earlier, I will fill you in! Since some of our JQ friends are not checking in very often, we have taken it upon ourselves to INVENT what they must be up to, since they clearly aren't telling us!)

Let's see, Scott has been gone for several hours now. Just enough time for a mani/ pedi and leg wax, wouldn't you say???

alpro2

04-19-2007, 06:14 PM

I don't know - do they make a 50 gallon hat? Hmmm.. maybe Frankie needs to keep his award winning legs away from Tanya.. Alex - you don't know Tanya Harding by chance - do you?

Whhhhhhy? Whhhhhy? (sorry...bad joke. Poor Nancy Kerrigan).

Did Alex run away cause we teased him some? Didn't think he was that thin skinned.
Not on your life, sister. :cool:

So Legs (I like the new nickname... it fits....) I guess your avatar is all on it's own now, now that Lynne's gone... how does it feel to be in the spotlight?? :bow:

It's a tough job, but somebody has to do it. :shades:

Any body see my hammer?

Nascfan

04-19-2007, 06:51 PM

Let's see, Scott has been gone for several hours now. Just enough time for a mani/ pedi and leg wax, wouldn't you say???

Does that mean I'm in the running for best legs? ;)

Christine

04-19-2007, 09:14 PM

Does that mean I'm in the running for best legs? ;)

Absolutely! You go Scott!!

Did anyone else just finish watching Survivor?? OH MY GOSH! That was incredible!!!!

pjbs35a

04-19-2007, 11:13 PM

Hey Frankie, have you had any luck contacting former Olympic skater Tanya Harding??

I understand she is the Homecoming Queen for a Monster Truck Competition this weekend. Who knew she would beat out Brittney Spears ???

I think Alex has also been busy getting his legs ready for the "Best Legs" contest... I'm hearing that he plans to 'make sure' :plot: he wins the title this year...(Frankie - watch out for guys in dark alleys carrying heavy sticks)

Dark Alleys ??? Heavy Sticks ??? Why does that remind me of my early years as Double Secret Agent ???

My legs have been retired and bronzed. Started collecting Social Security recently.

Beast_fanatic

04-19-2007, 11:48 PM

Rhonda how's your Dad doing?

Physically, he's doing better. He's still in the rehab center though. He saw his regular doctor earlier this week and that doctor doesn't feel he is mentally aware enough to live on his own (either in his own home or in assisted living) and wants him to be in a nursing home. :( Getting old stinks.

Has anyone else realized that tomorrow is finally Friday? It's been a very long week!

ElenitaB

04-20-2007, 01:14 AM

You start babysitting my avatar in exactly 20 hrs, 39 minutes. take good care of him...he is special. Sigh...

As for my coffee? I take it with cream and sugar please :D

Are you still planning the Pirate Wench decor for my place?
I promise I will take very, very good care of your avatar for you (it doesn't rust from long hours of being stared at, right?). Your coffee is hot and ready to go (but not McDonalds sue-me hot) in a Capt Jack to go travel mug. Yes, Pirate Wench decor is still on the agenda... right, everyone?

You are so speaking my language... the ocean has been a part of me all my life.
Me too! I grew up 10 minutes from the Atlantic. The hardest years of my life were when I lived in Madrid... no ocean or lake near there. Now I live 2 blocks from the ocean (well, the NY harbor to be exact). I need a body of water near me to be happy.

Are you saying you are going to miss me after I leave tomorrow?? :D
We will miss you and Jenn while you're away playing. I hope you all are going to visit Sandy while you're there.

Speaking of Capt. Jack...

I'm sorry...what was I saying??:blush: :faint:
:rotfl:

Ellen have you found out if you can get both done at once yet or is that not till next tuesday?

Where's Deb & Di as well? It's been kinda quiet around here.
The last I heard the second procedure is a "no go" for right now. The situation is getting uncomfortable though and I'll be talking about it either with the p/s tomorrow or with my main doc next week.

Where is DisneyDeb? Motown Deb did pop in... Di, when is her surgery?

We leave tomorrow.....and will be having dinner with Pogo!

I am experiencing day from heck.....if it can go wrong it has..... Why does everything need urgent sign off just as you are finishing things up to go away for a few days? Yi Yi YI!!
Say hi to Pogo and his DW for us!

I have a theory about the weeks from you know where that happen right before vacation. Does anyone agree that it's the universe's way of really making sure we actually NEED a vacation?

Anyone want a nice, hot fresh cinnamon roll?
Have any of you checked out the size of the cinnamon rolls at Starbucks? (They're like the size of a baby's head!)

So, has spring sprung by you?
I think it's springing tomorrow down here. What about up near you?

I need a Stitchie Poo fix!
Will this (http://benellen.smugmug.com/photos/114147648-M.jpg)help in the meantime? I think he was feeling a bit mischevous because the next thing he did was lick DS's autograph book, extend his arm, look straight at me, drop said autograph book on the floor, and start laughing!

Physically, he's doing better. He's still in the rehab center though. He saw his regular doctor earlier this week and that doctor doesn't feel he is mentally aware enough to live on his own (either in his own home or in assisted living) and wants him to be in a nursing home. :( Getting old stinks.

Has anyone else realized that tomorrow is finally Friday? It's been a very long week!
Sorry about your dad, Rhonda. It's hard to see them go through this (my mom is losing her memory very quickly). As for getting old stinking, in my book, it's so much better than the alternative! ;) BTW, I finally did it... I saw a nutritionist today during my infusion and now have a plan! Thanks for inspiring me!

So anyone have ideas for the pirate wench room?

I'm making coffee tomorrow for all but we need some healthy choices for breakfast, pretty please!

Tomorrow I'm going to DS's school for an awards ceremony. (He asked if would please go... who can say no to that?) Anyone else have Friday plans to counteract what has not been a great week?

Christine

04-20-2007, 08:42 AM

Hi Rhonda...more :pixie: for your dad. Hang in there...and know that there are REALLY good nursing homes out there!

Ellen, I just can't tell you how hard I am praying and praying and praying that you are quickly put on the road to recovery and don't ever have to look back at any more of this mess!!!

So we need pirate wench decor plans?? Hmmmm....I think the first thing that should be done is to stock her kitchen with plenty of rum!!

offwego

04-20-2007, 09:24 AM

Did anyone else just finish watching Survivor?? OH MY GOSH! That was incredible!!!!
Finally it was better don't you think?

Physically, he's doing better. He's still in the rehab center though. He saw his regular doctor earlier this week and that doctor doesn't feel he is mentally aware enough to live on his own (either in his own home or in assisted living) and wants him to be in a nursing home. :( Getting old stinks.

Has anyone else realized that tomorrow is finally Friday? It's been a very long week! I'm sorry to hear that. Hopefully the soloution will work out for your Dad to be happy and you as well. But yes I'm also glad it's friday!

The last I heard the second procedure is a "no go" for right now. The situation is getting uncomfortable though and I'll be talking about it either with the p/s tomorrow or with my main doc next week.

So anyone have ideas for the pirate wench room?

I'm making coffee tomorrow for all but we need some healthy choices for breakfast, pretty please!

Tomorrow I'm going to DS's school for an awards ceremony. (He asked if would please go... who can say no to that?) Anyone else have Friday plans to counteract what has not been a great week? No Friday plans here other then DH cooking a yummy dinner. I hope the awards go well. I have an oranage and an apple would they help? I'm sorry to hear about the surgery choice right now. Hopefully it will be resolved very soon, and the nutrisionist plan sounds very good...

Ellen, I just can't tell you how hard I am praying and praying and praying that you are quickly put on the road to recovery and don't ever have to look back at any more of this mess!!!

So we need pirate wench decor plans?? Hmmmm....I think the first thing that should be done is to stock her kitchen with plenty of rum!!
Christine me to (Re the praying for Ellen), my son even informed me we needed to go to Church Sunday cause it would work better from there..(we've been going quite often recently but haven't always been what'd you'd call regular)

As to the decor...not barnucles ok? What about a collage of different rum labels for the cabinets? Or how about something in black lace for the kitchen curtians? Or drawerpulls in gold coins?

disneydrmr

04-20-2007, 09:25 AM

Anyone have any ideas for Lynne's house while she's gone?

Hmmm.. I think "Pirate Wench" is the 'theme' for the reno... we gotta remember that we also have to do Jenn's house.. so we only have a couple days at each place...

Any body see my hammer?

I saw it lying in the grass over there by the crane that Scott was driving.... oooops... well, anyone wanna run to Home Depot?

Physically, he's doing better. He's still in the rehab center though. He saw his regular doctor earlier this week and that doctor doesn't feel he is mentally aware enough to live on his own (either in his own home or in assisted living) and wants him to be in a nursing home. :( Getting old stinks.

Has anyone else realized that tomorrow is finally Friday? It's been a very long week!

Rhonda - glad your father is doing better physically. It is tough to get old and I remember how tough it was on my mom when a decision had to be made on my grandma about nursing homes... so here's some pixie dust and hugs for you... :pixie: :hug:

The last I heard the second procedure is a "no go" for right now. The situation is getting uncomfortable though and I'll be talking about it either with the p/s tomorrow or with my main doc next week.

Where is DisneyDeb? Motown Deb did pop in... Di, when is her surgery?

Will this (http://benellen.smugmug.com/photos/114147648-M.jpg)help in the meantime? I think he was feeling a bit mischevous because the next thing he did was lick DS's autograph book, extend his arm, look straight at me, drop said autograph book on the floor, and start laughing!

So anyone have ideas for the pirate wench room?

Continued pixie dust :pixie: for you Ellen in all you are going thru!

Motown Deb is just very busy with work and all. Her surgery is May 2 and she's not looking forward to it at all.

Thanks for posting the picture! Stitch is such a little cutie pie! That did help! I'm so looking forward to seeing him again in Disneyland in November! Think I can convince my friend to have the Stitch breakfast EVERY morning we are there?

Pirate Wench decor? Well... let's redo her whole house into the shape of the Black Pearl. Line all her walls with rum bottles. Use rum bottles as the 'legs' on ALL her furniture. We'll need several water features of course. And parrots, lots and lots of noisy, squawking parrots.

So we need pirate wench decor plans?? Hmmmm....I think the first thing that should be done is to stock her kitchen with plenty of rum!!

Obviously I agree with this... she'll also need lots of crackers for all her parrots.

Dsnygirl

04-20-2007, 10:40 AM

Hi So we need pirate wench decor plans?? Hmmmm....I think the first thing that should be done is to stock her kitchen with plenty of rum!!

Now that is what I call a great idea -- you think with enough rum she won't notice that we took Jack?? :D

Me too! I grew up 10 minutes from the Atlantic. The hardest years of my life were when I lived in Madrid... no ocean or lake near there. Now I live 2 blocks from the ocean (well, the NY harbor to be exact). I need a body of water near me to be happy.

The last I heard the second procedure is a "no go" for right now. The situation is getting uncomfortable though and I'll be talking about it either with the p/s tomorrow or with my main doc next week.

Ellen -- a big :ditto: to what you said about needing to be near the water -- I've always been that way!! It's tough being 6 hrs from "our spot" right now... but hopefully someday soon we'll be closer to the coast -- if not Maine's, then maybe NC's. We'll see... :fingers:

Thanks for posting the pic of Stitch -- that is a good one!! I just love him... and to think before I saw the movie a few years ago I thought he was annoying!! :blush: But once I saw the movie... well, I've adored him ever since -- so much so that my DH and DD's got me stuffed Stitch animals for my birthday last year, and I just about ran them over when we saw him @ AK last year!! I think I was more excited than my DD's were!! :stitch: Here's a picture of us...
http://picasaweb.google.com/Blytheny/WDWAnimKingdomCBRAirport06/photo#5050328833680693298

I sure hope they are able to figure out something that works better for you -- good luck when you talk to your dr -- I'm sure if you are getting uncomfortable, he or she will try to do something different. I'm thinking of you and hoping all the best for you!!

Thanks for posting the picture! Stitch is such a little cutie pie! That did help! I'm so looking forward to seeing him again in Disneyland in November! Think I can convince my friend to have the Stitch breakfast EVERY morning we are there?

Pirate Wench decor? Well... let's redo her whole house into the shape of the Black Pearl. Line all her walls with rum bottles. Use rum bottles as the 'legs' on ALL her furniture. We'll need several water features of course. And parrots, lots and lots of noisy, squawking parrots.

Di - I love Stitch, too!! How could anyone NOT want to eat with Stitch every morning?? Have you seen him on top of the entrance to World of Disney in DTD?? It's awesome... of course, he's spitting water at everyone... but I find that endearing, somehow... ;)

I think I'm going to borrow your "rum table legs" idea when we move just in case of ours get broken... by accident, of course....:blush:

Rhonda -- I hope your dad starts to feel better... I went through the same thing when my dad was sick, and it was so hard. Good luck as you help him... :hug:

Anyone have any fun plans for the weekend? It's supposed to be sunny and 70 here... AMAZING... can't wait!!

Let's see... more pirate wench decor ideas... maybe a few tables made out of old-fashioned ship's wheels... lots of deep set transom windows with rum bottles and sea shells in them... shall we do the same @ Jen's??

Nascfan

04-20-2007, 10:40 AM

Did anyone else just finish watching Survivor?? OH MY GOSH! That was incredible!!!!

Was that one of, if not the, best votes ever? The faces were absolutely priceless!

Rhonda, so sorry to hear about your dad and him not improving as hoped.
Sending more :pixie: for Ellen too.

How about a big mast in the middle of Lynne's house? That would help with the pirate wench theme!

Dsnygirl

04-20-2007, 11:29 AM

How about a big mast in the middle of Lynne's house? That would help with the pirate wench theme!

:thumbsup: Wish I'd thought of that!!

Okay, I'm doing it -- I'm actually about to head out the door to go to the gym. :bike: I've been procrastinating and coming up with every conceivable excuse for weeks... and trust me, I can come up with some good ones!! :blush: But I'm finally going... anyone have a hot water bottle I can borrow later?? :medic:

disneydrmr

04-20-2007, 12:37 PM

Thanks for posting the pic of Stitch -- that is a good one!! I just love him... and to think before I saw the movie a few years ago I thought he was annoying!! :blush: But once I saw the movie... well, I've adored him ever since -- so much so that my DH and DD's got me stuffed Stitch animals for my birthday last year, and I just about ran them over when we saw him @ AK last year!! I think I was more excited than my DD's were!! :stitch: Here's a picture of us... http://<a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/Blytheny/WDWAnimKingdomCBRAirport06/photo#5050328833680693298"><img src="http://lh3.google.com/image/Blytheny/RhZfUQJzWDI/AAAAAAAAAU8/anmeueUvu28/s144/IMG_0751.JPG" /></a>

Di - I love Stitch, too!! How could anyone NOT want to eat with Stitch every morning?? Have you seen him on top of the entrance to World of Disney in DTD?? It's awesome... of course, he's spitting water at everyone... but I find that endearing, somehow... ;)

I wasn't able to open your picture. Not sure if it's me or your link. Tee hee - EVERY time I saw Stitch anywhere while I was there in December I ran into the line to meet him. One time I caught him as he was getting ready to go on break and so we stepped out of line, went to do something else, but I dragged my sister and friend back to meet him again. My friend has never seen Stitch's movies and she's more into the Princessess (in fact, she already told me that we are doing the Ariel Princess dinner since I'm 'making' her do the Stitch breakfast) Yea! At Christmas that Stitch was wearing a santa hat! It was sooo cute! And I agree, all the 'icky' things he does are endearing!

Okay, I'm doing it -- I'm actually about to head out the door to go to the gym. :bike: I've been procrastinating and coming up with every conceivable excuse for weeks... and trust me, I can come up with some good ones!! :blush: But I'm finally going... anyone have a hot water bottle I can borrow later?? :medic:

Good luck at the gym! No hot water bottle here... I would offer you an ice pack, but my DH injured his shoulder and he's using it right now. How about a bag of frozen veggies? Would that work?

Dsnygirl

04-20-2007, 01:51 PM

Good luck at the gym! No hot water bottle here... I would offer you an ice pack, but my DH injured his shoulder and he's using it right now. How about a bag of frozen veggies? Would that work?

I'm back & I survived... :dizzy: ... thanks for the offer of the frzn veggies -- that's always the next best thing!!

I'll try to fix my link to the picture -- I am so computer illiterate... I usually end up wanting to :badpc: !!!

It is so beautiful out here today -- anyone else have the sun shining out there??

We're a mighty quiet crew today...

offwego

04-20-2007, 02:08 PM

It is so beautiful out here today -- anyone else have the sun shining out there??

We're a mighty quiet crew today...

Sunny here is as well. Do you suppose everyone is out enjoying it?

Hmm...let's see Jenn should be near a plane soon I think, Ken's still working on time machines..and who knows what Alex might be up to. Maryln should also be airportish or would she have landed by now?

Hopefully Jasper's back is ok. Now what could be stopping Scott though? HMM...perhaps he's taken up conga lessons? Nah I know he's attending culinary institute lessons cause the thought it was the CIA?

Nascfan

04-20-2007, 02:20 PM

Now what could be stopping Scott though? HMM...perhaps he's taken up conga lessons? Nah I know he's attending culinary institute lessons cause the thought it was the CIA?

You mean it's not?

Nah, just work and computer issues here. Specifically Excel and trying to sort a couple columns and it's not working. Augh!

disneydrmr

04-20-2007, 02:47 PM

I'm back & I survived... :dizzy: ... thanks for the offer of the frzn veggies -- that's always the next best thing!!

I'll try to fix my link to the picture -- I am so computer illiterate... I usually end up wanting to :badpc: !!!

It is so beautiful out here today -- anyone else have the sun shining out there??

We're a mighty quiet crew today...

Actually the next best thing would be a frozen t-bone steak... but who can afford those anymore? You fixed the link! What a cute picture! Your girls are cuties!

I think the sun is shining here.. if I poke my head up over the cubicle wall I can almost see a window and it does appear as if the sun is out...

Sunny here is as well. Do you suppose everyone is out enjoying it?

Hmm...let's see Jenn should be near a plane soon I think, Ken's still working on time machines..and who knows what Alex might be up to. Maryln should also be airportish or would she have landed by now?

Hopefully Jasper's back is ok. Now what could be stopping Scott though? HMM...perhaps he's taken up conga lessons? Nah I know he's attending culinary institute lessons cause the thought it was the CIA?

I believe Marlyn left yesterday.. didn't she? Ellen is probably drooling over Marlyn's avatar.. the guys better be working on Marlyn's house... we only have a couple days before we have to be at Jenn's house.. and it'll take a while for the guys to reshape her home into the Black Pearl. Think we should check in on them? (walks to job site)
Oh no! The rum bottle idea seems to have worked against us.. any ideas on how to quickly sober up our guys?

Dsnygirl

04-20-2007, 02:55 PM

You fixed the link! What a cute picture! Your girls are cuties!

Thanks! We were all pretty excited... :stitch:

and who knows what Alex might be up to.

Possibly posing for more "legs" pictures??

I believe Marlyn left yesterday.. didn't she? Ellen is probably drooling over Marlyn's avatar.. the guys better be working on Marlyn's house... we only have a couple days before we have to be at Jenn's house.. and it'll take a while for the guys to reshape her home into the Black Pearl. Think we should check in on them? (walks to job site)
Oh no! The rum bottle idea seems to have worked against us.. any ideas on how to quickly sober up our guys?

Marlyn left yesterday, but wasn't getting to WDW 'til late tonight. So she's probably en-route... Jen's probably on her way, too... lucky girls!!
As far as those guys... I'm guessing a good bucket of cold water might work and some strong coffee -- where's Ellen?? [Sees Ellen staring @ the computer screen....] Ellen, you need to step away from Marlyn's avatar now...

Jasper

04-20-2007, 03:15 PM

Did I hear say something about a pirate wench theme? My wife just got in a couple of new pirate wench costumes at her store, anyone want to rent them?

By the way, we can set the backhoe up in the middle of the house and raise the bucket up high to be a crow's nest or we can extend it out over the side to be the walking plank. Think that could work?

offwego

04-20-2007, 04:16 PM

Actually the next best thing would be a frozen t-bone steak... but who can afford those anymore? You fixed the link! What a cute picture! Your girls are cuties!

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Oh no! The rum bottle idea seems to have worked against us.. any ideas on how to quickly sober up our guys?
So Di I shouldn't mention having t-bones for dinner tonight? Hmm didn't know they were offlimits.

Yah know the last one to sober up could just be left as decor you know.

Marlyn left yesterday, but wasn't getting to WDW 'til late tonight. So she's probably en-route... Jen's probably on her way, too... lucky girls!!
As far as those guys... I'm guessing a good bucket of cold water might work and some strong coffee -- where's Ellen?? [Sees Ellen staring @ the computer screen....] Ellen, you need to step away from Marlyn's avatar now...
Maryln has a pretty wicked time difference to work with as well. Ellen might just be distracted by that pic don't you all think? I'd be.

By the way, we can set the backhoe up in the middle of the house and raise the bucket up high to be a crow's nest or we can extend it out over the side to be the walking plank. Think that could work?

I'm liking the crow's nest concept. But then how will you use it at Jenn's house?

Riri529

04-20-2007, 04:49 PM

Did Alex run away cause we teased him some? Didn't think he was that thin skinned. Or is he just trying to start the reno's early?
So tell us Alex, are you made of tissue paper, or what?

You own snow boots?
Yes, Natalie I must admit I own a pair of Columbia Snow Boots. What else can I wear when I frolick in the snow?

Ellen, Sorry to hear that things haven't been great. I hope you are on the upswing soon. I am sending all of my positive thoughts your way. It's a long road. Just keep your chin up!:)

ElenitaB

04-20-2007, 05:48 PM

Thanks, everyone, for all the prayers and pixie dust and positive thoughts. I'm actually feeling much better today vis a vis the fluid collection today. You have no idea how I so appreciate your support. Nat, your son's intention particularly touched my heart. I may have to show my DS this thread to inspire him... maybe we'll go Saturday evening as Sunday we're going to visit my mom to celebrate her 83rd birthday.

Christine me to (Re the praying for Ellen), my son even informed me we needed to go to Church Sunday cause it would work better from there..(we've been going quite often recently but haven't always been what'd you'd call regular)

I'm loving all the pirate wench ideas... reshaping the house, rum and crackers in the kitchen, no barnacles (agreed), empty rum bottles for table legs, rum labels for wallpaper, (btw, you can get computer wallpaper on the PotC site), gold coins for drawer pulls. How about those amazing windows and the organ from Davy Jones' cabin? Oh... should we make her a pirate's flag? And what should we call her houseship?

So tell us Alex, are you made of tissue paper, or what?
Flower petals, maybe?

trackbarroness

04-20-2007, 08:15 PM

Do you suppose they'll stop by Space Mountain whilst there here at the world? :cool:
It was in the eighties here today. Okay about 80 degrees here, anyway and it's looking like it's going to start raining any minute now.

Beast_fanatic

04-21-2007, 12:42 AM

Thanks for all the well-wishes for my dad.

Pirate Wench decor? Well... let's redo her whole house into the shape of the Black Pearl. Line all her walls with rum bottles. Use rum bottles as the 'legs' on ALL her furniture.

That's exactly what I was thinking. Now, is there any rum left? :blush:

Dsnygirl

04-21-2007, 09:04 AM

Good morning all!! Feeling pretty tired this morning. Although I'm going to keep it up, my body's not liking my gym trip yesterday too much!! Why is it always like starting over when you take a break?? (Okay, well, my break was about 6 months long... maybe that explains it... :blush: )

That's exactly what I was thinking. Now, is there any rum left?

Nope.. drank the rest of it last night watching POTC #2... :faint: ... which could be why I felt like this :alarm: this morning...

Hey Alex -- where'd you go? Were you out enjoying the sun yesterday?? Missing that avatar, Legs...

Ellen-- I'm glad you're feeling a little better!! Now to just keep that feeling going on and on...

Anyone else thinking about the fact that two of our JQ members are on their way into the parks right now??? :coaster: Lucky girls... :pout:

offwego

04-21-2007, 11:11 AM

What else can I wear when I frolick in the snow?

Ok so now I have to ask. You frolic in the snow? As a cdn I'm a total failure as I can't do any wintersports at all. Unless shopping has become a sport.

Nope.. drank the rest of it last night watching POTC #2... :faint: ... which could be why I felt like this :alarm: this morning...

Anyone else thinking about the fact that two of our JQ members are on their way into the parks right now??? :coaster: Lucky girls... :pout: So this is why the rum is always gone.

I've been thinking about it too. But mostly to enjoy the neat trip reports on their return. I'd say trip reports from people you know are almost as good as going. Christine's were amazing!! Considering she didn't sleep and all.

So is anyone going to do anything special with all the sunshine?

alpro2

04-21-2007, 11:17 AM

Just got back from Lloyd's of London. Boy, insurance is expensive. Anybody want to venture a guess on how much Leg's legs are worth? ;)

offwego

04-21-2007, 11:24 AM

Just got back from Lloyd's of London. Boy, insurance is expensive. Anybody want to venture a guess on how much Leg's legs are worth? ;)

Well now that depends..are we talking market value? Replacement value? Do you have comparables? Discounted value as collateral?

Can we take a direct loss payable clause or no?

Offhand I'm feeling oh I don't know something like this.....:twocents:

alpro2

04-21-2007, 11:27 AM

Natalie, Natalie, Natalie! I really expected the sarcasm from Di, but you?

offwego

04-21-2007, 11:31 AM

Natalie, Natalie, Natalie! I really expected the sarcasm from Di, but you?

Sorry Alex. It's renewal season. With new risk assesment programs. I'm going to be cranky for at least another 2-3 weeks.

Then I'll be back to normal I promise. Mind you the trainee may shorten that by a week or so.

But I wouldn't ask me to "guess at the value" of anything right now. And for the love of Pete don't mention niche markets or ebidta ok?

weswerx

04-21-2007, 12:32 PM

Mind if I drop in for awhile? Why didn't someone wake me when a new thread was started? I had to dig my way through tons of old posts just to find you guys...thanks for leaving a trail of graemlins...
So, I take it everyone is outside enjoying the nice weather...:sun:I think I might join them...:swim:
But don't worry, I'll be back (hopefully more than once every couple of months)

offwego

04-21-2007, 12:41 PM

Hey Wes..I think it helps if you look for cookie crumbs. We always have those.

Now where did we leave all the questions?

weswerx

04-21-2007, 12:57 PM

haven't you noticed there are cookie crumbs in almost every thread? :D
Now about those questions....what kind are you looking for?

Beast_fanatic

04-21-2007, 04:10 PM

Did anyone else get up too early today?

weswerx

04-21-2007, 04:17 PM

What do you mean by "too early?"
I did get up earlier than I planned, so I went back to bed. Then I was awakened a few hours later by my baby niece. What a surprise! Then I gladly got out of bed. Isn't it amazing how something as painful as getting out of bed can be made better by someone that you care about? I guess I just needed a reason to get up.
So, what's for dinner? I still haven't stopped to get anything to eat yet.:eat:

Riri529

04-21-2007, 05:14 PM

Just got back from Lloyd's of London. Boy, insurance is expensive. Anybody want to venture a guess on how much Leg's legs are worth? ;)
Alex how can anyone put a price on those legs? I'm sure they are priceless!;)

By the way Alex, do you ever feel as though you're being watched?:spy:

alpro2

04-21-2007, 09:04 PM

Alex how can anyone put a price on those legs? I'm sure they are priceless!;)

By the way Alex, do you ever feel as though you're being watched?:spy:
hmmmmm, whatever gave you that idea Maria? ;)

Who else had a wonderful day today?

Dsnygirl

04-21-2007, 09:30 PM

Who else had a wonderful day today?

Well -- nothing super spectacular happened, but it was warm & sunny... I actually got to the gym again... my girls opened a lemonade stand and had the time of their lives relieving the neighbors of their change... and we had BBQ chicken on the grill for the first time since fall. So, all in all -- a pretty good day!!

Of course, now I'm at work... wish I was still home with some :marg: and a good movie...
what's everyone else doing tonight??

By the way - I'm newer to these threads than you, Wes, so welcome back!

Beast_fanatic

04-21-2007, 10:08 PM

Just scoping out the boards tonight...

Today was OK, we did get some pruning done in the backyard today and we got rid of some junk as well, so at least it was a fairly productive day.

Who wants some cheese?

weswerx

04-21-2007, 10:30 PM

What kind of cheese is it, Rhonda?
Oh, nevermind, just pass it this way, please.
Today has been kinda fun. I got to spend some time catching up here and I even went to the beach for a few minutes. It was later in the day by the time I got there, so it had cooled off a lot. Kinda too cool actually. And now I'm back home, back on Intercot and about to try VMK again, if I can get on.
Who else had a great day today?

ElenitaB

04-22-2007, 10:10 AM

Good morning, all! :sun:

Wes, welcome back, welcome back, welcome back (channeling Mr. Cotter)! Even though you're not the new guy on the block, I think it's only fair that you supply the cookies this week as you've been away for a long time.

I've been thinking about it too. But mostly to enjoy the neat trip reports on their return. I'd say trip reports from people you know are almost as good as going. Christine's were amazing!! Considering she didn't sleep and all.

So is anyone going to do anything special with all the sunshine?
Christine's reports WERE AMAZING! :muscles: I also was amazed on how much she managed to do on seemingly no sleep. Christine, what's your secret?

We have amazing sunshine here today! It's already hot out! According to the weather updates I get on my cell every morning, it was actually warmer here this AM than in Orlando. What a nice feeling after so many months of yucky weather.

Natalie, Natalie, Natalie! I really expected the sarcasm from Di, but you?
Alex, she's entitled to a few days... after all, her admin is being switched out and who knows what that trainee is up to these days. I hope he's at least supplying a steady flow of Timmie's.

Did anyone else get up too early today?
Yesterday and today... Friday night I couldn't sleep (still dealing with the pre-meds from treatment) and this morning we were at Toys R Us at 8:00 to finally get a Wii as they had a shipment. It wasn't too tortuous though... we waited outside the store (we were 15th there) for 35 minutes then they started handing out numbers. We were let in the store in small groups, plunked down an inordinate amount of money and were on our way home by 8:50. Baby's got his new Pokemon DS game and Mom's got a new toy! The Wii is actually fun! Anyone want to come over and play?

Wondering how are our travellers are doing... Do you think they've visited Sandy? The reno is going nice over in Vancouver, don't you think?

Beast_fanatic

04-22-2007, 06:07 PM

I would love to come play on your new toy with you Ellen! Are you sending me a plane ticket? 'Cause it's a really long walk... :walk:

Christine

04-22-2007, 07:17 PM

Oh Ellen, you got a Wii? Did a couple of Asian guys deliver it to your door and ask to play, too?
;)

What a weekend! Glorious weather!! Soccer yesterday was great...DD scored a goal which is a rare thrill for her as she normally plays sweeper! But in the last few minutes of the game, Coach let her play forward and she managed to squeeze a goal in there! :soccer:

Then my MIL (yes, I know I left off the "D" there!) came into town and spent the night.

Oh, and we bought a townhouse! Yep, it kind of came out of nowhere! We sold our house in the summer, and wanted to rent for a while as we prepare ourselves financially to move to Florida.

But our rental stinks! And other rentals are either worse, or the rent is more money than I would even consider paying without owning.

So we happened upon a new subdivision of townhomes, did a tour, and signed on the dotted line! The good news: The only units available are under construction so we get to pick out EVERYTHING! Fixtures, carpet, paint, floorplan and all! Plus our payment will be less than our rent now and we will be building equity!

The bad news: As they are all under construction, we cannot get in until the fall :(
Our lease ends 9-1, so we are hoping it will coordinate with that. Here's :fingers:

Beast_fanatic

04-22-2007, 07:44 PM

Cool news about the townhouse, Christine! Hopefully everything will work out with the completion... if not, can you continue month-to-month on your rental? We had to do that when we had our house built.

Dsnygirl

04-22-2007, 09:30 PM

The Wii is actually fun! Anyone want to come over and play?

Definitely!! I've always thought it'd be fun to try!! My girls haven't discovered it yet, so I think I've got awhile... ;)

But in the last few minutes of the game, Coach let her play forward and she managed to squeeze a goal in there! :soccer:

Oh, and we bought a townhouse! Yep, it kind of came out of nowhere! We sold our house in the summer, and wanted to rent for a while as we prepare ourselves financially to move to Florida.
Our lease ends 9-1, so we are hoping it will coordinate with that. Here's :fingers:

Yeah for your daughter!! That's great!! I always played half-back, and if I ever got up to play forward, I was too exhausted to score!! She must be thrilled!! :thumbsup:

Congratulations on the townhouse!! That is so great!! You must be so excited -- it sounds like a great idea, and so much better if you hate your rental. We're doing the same thing you guys are doing right now, moving into a rental after the sale of our house next month... we want to put some $$ aside before we buy again, but we don't know if we'll be staying here, or moving southward for my DH's job. But we're lucky -- we found a rental we just love -- at least we think we will! :fingers: Good luck with the timing -- I sure hope it all works out for you!!

I'm back at work again tonight -- what'd everyone do today??

drummerboy

04-22-2007, 09:45 PM

Dsnygirl

04-22-2007, 09:49 PM

Riri529

04-22-2007, 10:09 PM

Welcome back Ken. Glad you're enjoying the remodel :D

Christine, congrats on the townhouse. I hope you can get in there by the fall. Sounds like you had a good time on the soccer field. It was softball and baseball for us all weekend. The weather was perfect to be sitting on the sidelines.

So Ellen, are you enjoying the Wii? My kids are still on PS2. I guess I am a bit behind the technology, but if they don't complain I'm in no rush to upgrade.

Is tomorrow Monday already!? I swear these weekend days go by twice as fast as weekdays. So, anything exciting in the week ahead?

Beast_fanatic

04-22-2007, 10:28 PM

So, anything exciting in the week ahead?

I have a dentist appointment tomorrow afternoon. Does that count?

alpro2

04-22-2007, 10:31 PM

Hi Ken! Glad you like the new digs.

Christine - congrats on the townhouse. So does that mean that you are not moving to Florida?

So, anything exciting in the week ahead?
Oh, nothing too exciting except for my trip to Germany. Leaving Monday night and returining on Friday (which you already know about Maria).

I think somebody will be posting my daily facts for me this week. Anybody want to venture a guess as to who that might be?

Dsnygirl

04-22-2007, 10:33 PM

I have a dentist appointment tomorrow afternoon. Does that count?

Absolutely not!! I am so terrified of going to the dentist, it's ridiculous. :scared: :hide: :faint: You'd think by now, I'd be over it... :blush:

Wonder where our JQ girls are in WDW right now???

Riri529

04-22-2007, 10:34 PM

Alex, what will we do without you? We will certainly miss your razor sharp wit! :D

Riri529

04-22-2007, 10:36 PM

Absolutely not!! I am so terrified of going to the dentist, it's ridiculous. :scared: :hide: :faint: You'd think by now, I'd be over it... :blush:

Wonder where our JQ girls are in WDW right now???

I too am not a big fan of the Dentist. Does that make us big babies?

Christine

04-23-2007, 12:53 AM

Christine - congrats on the townhouse. So does that mean that you are not moving to Florida?

Oh no, Florida is still on. We will just be living here until we feel secure enough to go (shooting for summer 09!) But we couldn't see living in anymore rentals around here between now and then...they're all either over priced or junked out (and in some cases, both!)
Thanks for all the congrats, guys!

Have fun in Germany! Do you know how to sing "who wears short shorts?" in German??

dlpmikki

04-23-2007, 04:14 AM

I have a dentist appointment tomorrow afternoon. Does that count?
No but I have to take Andrew this afternoon! My turn at having a tooth removed isn't till next month :(

Absolutely not!! I am so terrified of going to the dentist, it's ridiculous. :scared: :hide: :faint: You'd think by now, I'd be over it... :blush:

I am also terrified of the dentist. hey, that seems like a very sensible reaction to someone who has the potential to cause you so much pain, right? Fortunately my new Dentist seems very friendly and understanding.....

What a weekend! Glorious weather!! Soccer yesterday was great...DD scored a goal which is a rare thrill for her as she normally plays sweeper! But in the last few minutes of the game, Coach let her play forward and she managed to squeeze a goal in there! :soccer:

Oh, and we bought a townhouse! Yep, it kind of came out of nowhere! So we happened upon a new subdivision of townhomes, did a tour, and signed on the dotted line! The good news: The only units available are under construction so we get to pick out EVERYTHING! Fixtures, carpet, paint, floorplan and all! Plus our payment will be less than our rent now and we will be building equity!

The bad news: As they are all under construction, we cannot get in until the fall :(
Our lease ends 9-1, so we are hoping it will coordinate with that. Here's :fingers:

Good luck with the new house - sounds like a great idea! And congratulations to your goal scoring daughter!

alpro2

04-23-2007, 06:20 AM

Have fun in Germany! Do you know how to sing "who wears short shorts?" in German??
:rotfl: That is very good Chrisine.
Anybody else from the peanut gallery want to chime in?

drummerboy

04-23-2007, 08:01 AM

Oh yeah, almost forgot. The professor says hi. More later.

Christine, congrats on the townhouse.
Hope she keeps the JQ Crew in mind during the building phase.

Alex, what will we do without you? We will certainly miss your razor sharp wit! :DHow am I going to shave this week? I think the phrase for "who wears short shorts might be 'Wo kleidungen kurz lederhosen?'."

offwego

04-23-2007, 08:57 AM

t.

Oh, and we bought a townhouse! Yep, it kind of came out of nowhere! We sold our house in the summer, and wanted to rent for a while as we prepare ourselves financially to move to Florida.

Wow that's a busy weekend! Congrats on the townhome and your DD's goal!

Hi Ken! Glad you like the new digs.

Oh, nothing too exciting except for my trip to Germany. Leaving Monday night and returining on Friday (which you already know about Maria).

Germany? That sounds neat!

How am I going to shave this week? I think the phrase for "who wears short shorts might be 'Wo kleidungen kurz lederhosen?'."

That does not sound neat.

drummerboy

04-23-2007, 09:59 AM

Hmmmm. Should I tell about my trip to the fifties in the trip report thread? Some kid named Marty kept trying to get in the way with his DeLorean, so I finally had to crush it with the RV (it's OK, he wasn't in it...I think). Took a while to get the RV up to speed to charge the flux capacitor--we missed on the first round and my front bumper wound up in 1972. If you read in your history books about someone at a protest rally being hit with a stray bumper--well...

We decided to come back because the fifties were so booooring. I did get a chance to talk to a certain person in California and put a bug in his ear about building a theme park in Florida though. He kind of laughed about people wanting to come to some Florida swamp to be entertained.

Anybody want to hear more?

disneydrmr

04-23-2007, 10:16 AM

[Wiping tear from eye] I'm back, and everything looks just beautiful. The moat...the moat...what can I say? I thought the crocodiles were the perfect touch. And the open-air atrium upstairs. And the piles of rum bottles reaching to the sky just like the spires on Cinderella's castle. You like me, you really, really like me! [breaks down in tears and stands in awe of JQ Crew Redo.]

I can't wait to start helping with the pirate wench re-dos. When did we get a crane?

Welcome back Ken! You were missed! So glad you like the changes..... um, if the police visit your house asking about said crane.. well..... make sure you plead the 5th! And have the RV gassed and ready for a quick get away!

Welcome Wes! We can always use another hand around here - especially since we have two reno's to get done in a week's time.

Jaspar is that tunnel ready to get us under the Canadian border?

Christine

04-23-2007, 11:07 AM

Ken, glad you had fun in the fifties and glad you're back. While I appreciate the offer of JQ construction assistance on the new place, I will respectfully pass for now.

Nat, is 6.5% a good rate on a home loan??? Anytime we've bought a house, DH goes straight to the credit union at his work. We have never checked anywhere else, and this time I thought, "I wonder if there's anything better out there?"

DD is home from school today for an unused "bad weather day". I think I will take her to putt putt or something...or maybe (gulp) Chuck E. Cheese. Ooooo, I don't like that place, but she LOVES it!

mtown71

04-23-2007, 11:23 AM

Hey everybody!!!!! I have missed ya'll! Seems like I have missed quite a bit! Can anyone give me the reader's digest version of what has been going on???? :confused:

disneydrmr

04-23-2007, 12:21 PM

Hey everybody!!!!! I have missed ya'll! Seems like I have missed quite a bit! Can anyone give me the reader's digest version of what has been going on???? :confused:

Ok.. here goes... Our Galactic Hero Jenn and also Marlyn are in WDW for the week. Ellen is drooling over, um, I mean, 'babysitting' Maryln's Jack Sparrow avatar. Alex is prepping his legs for the 'Best Leg's Award'. Frankie is using his spy network to go undercover to make sure there's no 'cheating' involved in the contest. Ken has come back to the future. We are overhauling Maryln's home to look like the Black Pearl and will soon start on Jenns. Nat is in a grouchy mood due to the time of year it is. Um... I think I've covered it.. have I missed anything?

Christine

04-23-2007, 01:00 PM

Oh, I also wanted to give some :pixie: to Rhonda, Andrew, and all of those nervous dental patients out there!

I go to a dentist who's advertisement reads "Dentistry for the frightened patient" and his picture in the yellow pages has a bunch of chickens sitting in a waiting room reading magazines! :)

They will give you laughing gas for a CLEANING if you want! They are great! And they will do sedatives etc prior for fillings, extractions, crowns, etc.

Ask your dentist for some of the happy stuff...they will probably say ok!!

See you all later...I am off to finish cleaning my house, then going to take DD out for a bit!

Where are Ellen, Blythe, and Scott???

Nascfan

04-23-2007, 01:09 PM

See you all later...I am off to finish cleaning my house, then going to take DD out for a bit!

Where are Ellen, Blythe, and Scott???

Checking in at lunch. I may be a little scarce for the time being while I learn some different responsibilities at work.

They let the kids use bad weather days if they don't use them for bad weather? How cool is that?
I vote for doing anything outside. Putt-putt works. :)

Christine

04-23-2007, 01:21 PM

There you are Scott! :hi:
I think you're right. I will take her to putt putt after lunch! You better not make yourself too scarce though...look who's coming up from behind on posts to beat you!!!

Now I really really need to get off here...hmmm...where have I heard that before??? :blush:

Nascfan

04-23-2007, 02:30 PM

offwego

04-23-2007, 02:32 PM

Nat, is 6.5% a good rate on a home loan??? Anytime we've bought a house, DH goes straight to the credit union at his work. We have never checked anywhere else, and this time I thought, "I wonder if there's anything better out there?"

Christine, honestly I don't know. I don't do residential or home loans and the USA uses a very different format for them then we do here. (40 year amortizations have just been approved this year and terms are hardly ever longer then 5 years maybe 7 at the outside but you never ever see anyone locking in for 30 years say).

ARM or interest only is rare unless it's for a lower loan to value (typically for an equity take out for say reno's etc). Bottom line though is you should comparison shop. Your paper (largest near city daily) should have a rate shop chart on it each weekend to give you a ballpark but fico scores have a much higher impact then they will here in canada where we use asset class more then credit rating to assess rate. Everyone sleepy now?

Ok.. here goes... Our Galactic Hero Jenn and also Marlyn are in WDW for the week. Ellen is drooling over, um, I mean, 'babysitting' Maryln's Jack Sparrow avatar. Alex is prepping his legs for the 'Best Leg's Award'. Frankie is using his spy network to go undercover to make sure there's no 'cheating' involved in the contest. Ken has come back to the future. We are overhauling Maryln's home to look like the Black Pearl and will soon start on Jenns. Nat is in a grouchy mood due to the time of year it is. Um... I think I've covered it.. have I missed anything?

You didn't mention Alex compared me to you..hmm wonder why?

Dsnygirl

04-23-2007, 04:12 PM

I go to a dentist who's advertisement reads "Dentistry for the frightened patient" and his picture in the yellow pages has a bunch of chickens sitting in a waiting room reading magazines! :)

They will give you laughing gas for a CLEANING if you want! They are great!

Where are Ellen, Blythe, and Scott???

:hi: Here ! am! I worked Sat/Sun nights, so I was sleeping while you all worked today... not a good day to sleep through up here, though -- it's 75 out!! :sun: Had to get up early and go out and enjoy it!!

Hey everybody!!!!! I have missed ya'll! Seems like I have missed quite a bit! Can anyone give me the reader's digest version of what has been going on???? :confused:

Hi Deb! Glad to see you back!!

DD is home from school today for an unused "bad weather day".

Must be nice -- I think we used all of our bad weather days, and then some!! Hard to believe that one week ago, my girls were home for a snow day and we had about 7 or 8" of snow... now it's glorious and all the :flower: are blooming... :D

I think the phrase for "who wears short shorts might be 'Wo kleidungen kurz lederhosen?'."

I may be new to JQ and not up on all of your skills, but I find it rather scarey that you know that... :D

Where is everyone else today? Jasper, are you busy digging that tunnel to Jen's? We'd better hurry... she's back this wknd., isn't she??

offwego

04-23-2007, 04:20 PM

:
Where is everyone else today? Jasper, are you busy digging that tunnel to Jen's? We'd better hurry... she's back this wknd., isn't she??

No tunnels...the town is trying to buy back the one we have. And the bridge makes mega bucks.

Could you not just go around till you pass all the lakes in the way?

drummerboy

04-23-2007, 04:31 PM

I may be new to JQ and not up on all of your skills, but I find it rather scarey that you know that... :D
Well, DW does say I'm pretty scary at times...

I guess it's too late to ask if anybody wants me to check into anything from the fifties, isn't it?

offwego

04-23-2007, 04:34 PM

Well, DW does say I'm pretty scary at times...

I guess it's too late to ask if anybody wants me to check into anything from the fifties, isn't it?

Depends..I was wondering what shoes were in.

Did you learn any new songs? Or how about car styles? Hairstyles?

ElenitaB

04-23-2007, 05:14 PM

While I appreciate the offer of JQ construction assistance on the new place, I will respectfully pass for now.
:sob:

DD is home from school today for an unused "bad weather day". I think I will take her to putt putt or something...or maybe (gulp) Chuck E. Cheese. Ooooo, I don't like that place, but she LOVES it!
I think that Chuck E. Cheese should be added to the list of "hazardous duty" items for moms! I really don't like it there either. DS has learned curses there, ill-mannered gestures, had his head jumped on in a ballpit when he was 2, and got Coxsackie disease there. And the pizza isn't good either! LOL

Where are Ellen, Blythe, and Scott???
I've been incredibly busy working all day and devoting my Icot time to the dining and cruise boards. Sorry! But I'm here now :D

Nascfan

04-23-2007, 08:10 PM

I've been incredibly busy working all day and devoting my Icot time to the dining and cruise boards. Sorry! But I'm here now :D

Did you forget where you are? As in Just "Questions"? ;)

I'll cut you some slack though, I am feeling the same busyness at work so I can see how you'd forget a question.

Hope you are feeling well outside of being swamped at work.

ElenitaB

04-23-2007, 08:18 PM

Oh my! Such graciousness! How can I ever thank you?

As a matter of fact, I did temporarily forget where I was... all that talk of returning to the 50s just shook me up!

Thanks, Scott, for the slack :blush:

drummerboy

04-23-2007, 10:31 PM

Depends..I was wondering what shoes were in.

Did you learn any new songs? Or how about car styles? Hairstyles?

all that talk of returning to the 50s just shook me up!
1. You see Nat, Ellen already answered the music question with an Elvis song, sort of.

2. Shoes...let's just say you should be glad you're in the 21st century. Speaking of which, you would be proud--DW and I did some outlet-hopping while on vacation and I bought three pairs of shoes (I think she got about five pairs).

3. I watched them produce my first car--a '52 Ford-o-Matic. Authomatic transmissions were still pretty new in the early fifties, so they made a big deal about it being automatic. By the time I got it in '67 the shiny gray had turned to a chalky gray. I could go 0-40 in just under 45 seconds in that one.

4. Hair--he he. Crew cut or DA, what's your choice? I was going to watch myself get my first haircut, but then I remembered that my father used to cut mine when I was very young, and it wasn't a pretty sight. I do remember using 'Butch Wax' on my crew cuts though.

I brought some coonskin caps back if anybody wants some. On second thought, I think I'll keep them for a JQ redo. Speaking of which, how are we coming with the Pirate Wench do-overs?

Beast_fanatic

04-23-2007, 11:16 PM

dlpmikki

04-24-2007, 04:39 AM

Well, my dentist visit went OK. I ended up getting antibiotics in my mouth for some lingering gum issues. Do you ever think they make stuff up just so they can charge you more? I'm thinking about switching dentists.

Andrew's work is going to involve another 3 visits and cost about £500 :shake: I might be glad I might be glad I have elected to have my tooth removed as the estimated cost for that is only £35! I don't think Dentists in this country give you laughing gas etc but I would be a lot happier if they did!

Is anyone else getting excited over our October meet?

ElenitaB

04-24-2007, 08:41 AM

Well, my dentist visit went OK. I ended up getting antibiotics in my mouth for some lingering gum issues. Do you ever think they make stuff up just so they can charge you more? I'm thinking about switching dentists.
Did they give you the mouthwash stuff? Yuck! I have a cousin who's a dentist... you can come visit up here (even though it's a long :walk: )

Is anyone else getting excited over our October meet?
Yep! Looking forward to it! :muscles:

I brought some coonskin caps back if anybody wants some. On second thought, I think I'll keep them for a JQ redo. Speaking of which, how are we coming with the Pirate Wench do-overs?
Davyyyyyy, Davy Crockett, king of the wild frontier! :cap: (I used to watch that with my big brother... yes, I'm :old: )

Ken, I think you need to get the reno moving. We still have to do Jenn's house. Could it be that the crew is emptying the rum bottles before using them in the decorations (and I don't mean down the drain)?

Any fun planned for today? I'm off to the hospital for my nuclear scan and pre-op testing, and then home again to work. See y'all later!

offwego

04-24-2007, 08:58 AM

Ken, I think you need to get the reno moving. We still have to do Jenn's house. Could it be that the crew is emptying the rum bottles before using them in the decorations (and I don't mean down the drain)?

Any fun planned for today? I'm off to the hospital for my nuclear scan and pre-op testing, and then home again to work. See y'all later!
Please take care of yourself!! Thinking good thoughts. (PS DS now has his class saying special intentions for you..and got me to teach him his rosary so he could pray for you. I'm pretty proud of him and hoping hard that all these prayers are helping!)

Is anyone else getting excited over our October meet?
Sigh...yes even though I won't be there I am. How weird is that?

Well, my dentist visit went OK. I ended up getting antibiotics in my mouth for some lingering gum issues. Do you ever think they make stuff up just so they can charge you more? I'm thinking about switching dentists.
Oh yes I'm sure they do! Sorry it didn't go as well as you might like $$ wise.

1. You see Nat, Ellen already answered the music question with an Elvis song, sort of.

2. Shoes...let's just say you should be glad you're in the 21st century. Speaking of which, you would be proud--DW and I did some outlet-hopping while on vacation and I bought three pairs of shoes (I think she got about five pairs).

3 Speaking of which, how are we coming with the Pirate Wench do-overs?
I am very proud of you!!! I think they have finished Maryln's already but seem to have some difficulty getting to Ontario from BC. (Thank goodness)

disneydrmr

04-24-2007, 09:07 AM

Good morning everyone! Ellen - I'm thinking and praying good thoughts for you today!
We really need to finish up Maryln's house today.. I'm thinking the rum bottles may not have been a good idea after all since they seem to be quite a 'distraction' to the guys. Let's do Jenn's house to be fit for the 'Galactic Hero' she is... A big spaceship shaped home.. with lots of spacy looking things inside. What do you guys think?

mtown71

04-24-2007, 09:13 AM

Well, my dentist visit went OK. I ended up getting antibiotics in my mouth for some lingering gum issues. Do you ever think they make stuff up just so they can charge you more? I'm thinking about switching dentists.
Glad to hear it all went well. I still have to find time to get my crown done. I have to wait until I am fully healed from the tonsilectomy though. :(

Is anyone else getting excited over our October meet?

I wish I was able to go to it. It sounds like it will be so much fun.

Any fun planned for today? I'm off to the hospital for my nuclear scan and pre-op testing, and then home again to work. See y'all later!

Does work count as fun? Nah, didn't think so. Hope all your testing goes well! Oh, I guess I do have something to look forward to tonight. We are doing a special dinner at work.(2 of us on night shift are having surgery..me with my tonsils & then the other is having 9 teeth pulled!) We joked around that we want a "last supper" before our surgeries. So, our co-workers will be making homemade potato salad, BBQ ribs, grilled chicken & a banana split pie! :eat: :tasty: i am bringing a fruit & veggie tray to share. Anyone want to join us tonight? I am sure there will be plenty!

Jasper

04-24-2007, 09:13 AM

A big spaceship shaped home.. with lots of spacy looking things inside.

So are you going to hang me on the wall or just stand me up in the corner?

mtown71

04-24-2007, 09:15 AM

We really need to finish up Maryln's house today.. I'm thinking the rum bottles may not have been a good idea after all since they seem to be quite a 'distraction' to the guys. Let's do Jenn's house to be fit for the 'Galactic Hero' she is... A big spaceship shaped home.. with lots of spacy looking things inside. What do you guys think?

Sounds good...are you going to donate a Stitch doll to put in a room? I think I have some of those stars/planets that you stick on the wall & they glow in the dark.

drummerboy

04-24-2007, 11:11 AM

We really need to finish up Maryln's house today.. I'm thinking the rum bottles may not have been a good idea after all since they seem to be quite a 'distraction' to the guys. Let's do Jenn's house to be fit for the 'Galactic Hero' she is... A big spaceship shaped home.. with lots of spacy looking things inside. What do you guys think?
We've got somebody on our staff who's pretty spacey that I'd be willing to donate.

Does anybody have lots of spare aluminum (aluminium) to spare to make hats? I think Jenn would really appreciate an open-air atrium like mine so she can gaze at the stars. I think we need to empty lots more rum bottles to make some cool retro-rockets too.

offwego

04-24-2007, 11:45 AM

Sounds good...are you going to donate a Stitch doll to put in a room? I think I have some of those stars/planets that you stick on the wall & they glow in the dark.
Di donate a Stitch doll..is she ill?

We've got somebody on our staff who's pretty spacey that I'd be willing to donate.

Does everyone have one of these? I think they are required. In any office I've ever worked at anyways.

My fave was the co-worker who (back when windows first came out) had to in 4 equal quads and even had pen lines on her monitor to make sure they "stayed put".

Dsnygirl

04-24-2007, 02:35 PM

Is anyone else getting excited over our October meet?

Absolutely!! Can't wait until the details come out!! :mickey3:

Could it be that the crew is emptying the rum bottles before using them in the decorations (and I don't mean down the drain)?

Any fun planned for today? I'm off to the hospital for my nuclear scan and pre-op testing, and then home again to work. See y'all later!

Never!! Who would EVER drink... I mean dump out... bottles of rum just for decoration?? :D

I sure hope all your testing goes okay - when is your surgery scheduled for?? Saying lots prayers, crossing my fingers and sending lots of pixie dust your way...

Let's do Jenn's house to be fit for the 'Galactic Hero' she is... A big spaceship shaped home.. with lots of spacy looking things inside. What do you guys think?

Great idea!! What do they drink is space??? :marg:

We joked around that we want a "last supper" before our surgeries. So, our co-workers will be making homemade potato salad, BBQ ribs, grilled chicken & a banana split pie! :eat: :tasty: i am bringing a fruit & veggie tray to share. Anyone want to join us tonight? I am sure there will be plenty!

I wish I was going to be up all night with you tonight -- I'd be SO there!! Sounds yummy... I'll have to come up with some ailment so I can suggest the same thing to my crew... :blush:

So - who's on their way to work on Jen's?? Where'd the crane end up, and who's got the hammer??

Christine

04-24-2007, 02:47 PM

Great idea!! What do they drink is space??? :marg:

Tang! :laughing: Don't worry, I am sure it would still make for a decent screwdriver with enough vodka in it!

So - who's on their way to work on Jen's?? Where'd the crane end up, and who's got the hammer??

Give Ken and Scott the crane, Di can have the hammer, I will be in charge of the screwdrivers, okay? :secret: :blush:

offwego

04-24-2007, 03:18 PM

Tang! :laughing: Don't worry, I am sure it would still make for a decent screwdriver with enough vodka in it!

:secret: :blush: That's a mighty big glug of vodlka..wouldn't it be better just to use the citrus vodlka? Can we get it pretty frozen? Mind you I don't think I've ever had tang so I could be wrong but it just doesn't sound tasty to me. (Deb however your dinner does sound tasty even if i'm wondering how someone who needs 9 teeth removed is going to eat ribs.)

drummerboy

04-24-2007, 03:35 PM

Give Ken and Scott the crane, Di can have the hammer, I will be in charge of the screwdrivers, okay? :secret: :blush:
But you'll let us "borrow" the screwdrivers once in while, won't you?

Are we going Star Trek or Star Wars on the theming?

offwego

04-24-2007, 04:08 PM

But you'll let us "borrow" the screwdrivers once in while, won't you?

Are we going Star Trek or Star Wars on the theming?
I think we are using buzz lightyear no?

More colours if you go that route. Did I tell you Jenn moved? She lives in Toronto now..It's a really tall building can't miss it. Lots of hotels nearby too.

drummerboy

04-24-2007, 04:41 PM

I think we are using buzz lightyear no?

More colours if you go that route. Did I tell you Jenn moved? She lives in Toronto now..It's a really tall building can't miss it. Lots of hotels nearby too.
Was a tall building. Did you forget we have a crane now? Or were you saying Toronto itself is one big tall building? Please don't confuse me.

I forgot about Buzz-ette, the lightning fast alien zapper. So I see a target theme, yes? Lots of bullseyes everywhere.

alpro2

04-24-2007, 04:51 PM

OK....it's about 10:48 PM local time and I have basically been up since yesterday morning. Mikki, I am in your time zone. Will I come home on Friday to a redecorated house? ;)

offwego

04-24-2007, 05:11 PM

Was a tall building. Did you forget we have a crane now? Or were you saying Toronto itself is one big tall building? Please don't confuse me.

I forgot about Buzz-ette, the lightning fast alien zapper. So I see a target theme, yes? Lots of bullseyes everywhere. No there's one building in particular that's very tall..and pretty pointy too. I'm sure Jenn was moving there. Nice view and all. Go reno there.

OK....it's about 10:48 PM local time and I have basically been up since yesterday morning. Mikki, I am in your time zone. Will I come home on Friday to a redecorated house? ;)

Did you think they would forget you? Any colour's you'd like? Sorry you've been sleep deprived..did you have to have bratwurst too?

dlpmikki

04-24-2007, 05:26 PM

OK....it's about 10:48 PM local time and I have basically been up since yesterday morning. Mikki, I am in your time zone. Will I come home on Friday to a redecorated house? ;)

Alex you seem to be an hour ahead of me which is confusing as I thought we were on the same summer time hours but maybe not! Of course your house is going to have an amazing makeover - much more than a redecoration! :thedolls:

I don't know about you but it is past my bedtime. Anyone else ready for bed?

Dsnygirl

04-24-2007, 05:48 PM

OK....it's about 10:48 PM local time and I have basically been up since yesterday morning. Mikki, I am in your time zone. Will I come home on Friday to a redecorated house? ;)

I wondered where'd you'd gone off to - forgot about your trip to Germany! How are your leiderhosen?? Try some good :beer: for us there, okay?

I don't know about you but it is past my bedtime. Anyone else ready for bed?

Not even close! I don't have to work tonight, so I'll be enjoying a nice, relaxing evening at home. Might even steal the remote from my DH... but only if the Sabres aren't playing. :)

Anyone else have plans for tonight? Or some good plans for Alex's house? (Quick Alex, look over there - see the dancing freuleins?? :trio: )

ElenitaB

04-24-2007, 06:01 PM

Thanks, everyone! The scan was pretty amazing... the tech positioned a screen so that I could watch as the radioactive "stuff" gathered in my kidneys. You know that I was fascinated! Do you think I had "geek girl" written on my forehead or something? (Don't answer that!) Tomorrow I'll call my main doctor to get her take on all of this. I'm praying that I don't need to have the surgery.

Let's do Jenn's house to be fit for the 'Galactic Hero' she is... A big spaceship shaped home.. with lots of spacy looking things inside. What do you guys think?
Di, that was inspired! I have some alien toys that I (er, DS) will be glad to donate.

We are doing a special dinner at work.(2 of us on night shift are having surgery..me with my tonsils & then the other is having 9 teeth pulled!) We joked around that we want a "last supper" before our surgeries. So, our co-workers will be making homemade potato salad, BBQ ribs, grilled chicken & a banana split pie! :eat: :tasty: i am bringing a fruit & veggie tray to share. Anyone want to join us tonight? I am sure there will be plenty!
What time should we be there? :eat: DS isn't home tonight (he's away on a retreat) so I'd love to have dinner out.

My fave was the co-worker who (back when windows first came out) had to in 4 equal quads and even had pen lines on her monitor to make sure they "stayed put".
That's hysterical. A little literal, huh?

Are we going Star Trek or Star Wars on the theming?
Buzz is a great theme, but Star Wars would be perfect for her... you did pick up on what she named her boys, right?

Not even close! I don't have to work tonight, so I'll be enjoying a nice, relaxing evening at home. Might even steal the remote from my DH... but only if the Sabres aren't playing. :)

Anyone else have plans for tonight? Or some good plans for Alex's house? (Quick Alex, look over there - see the dancing freuleins?? :trio: )
"Them there are fighting words..." :puck: at least in my family. My brother (who went to SUNY Buffalo) is cheering on the Sabres and his sons are diehard Rangers fans.

As for Alex's house, I'm envisioning a big stage in the living room with floor to ceiling speakers. What do you all think?

Beast_fanatic

04-24-2007, 06:27 PM

Anyone else have plans for tonight?

We're going to a minor league hockey playoff game. :thumbsup: So, I won't be around this evening. Don't talk bad about me, OK? ;)

pjbs35a

04-24-2007, 06:34 PM

Found out today that I will be making a trip to Lakeland, FL for business in May. Do you think I will have time to make a quick trip to "you know where" ???

Jasper

04-24-2007, 06:47 PM

Found out today that I will be making a trip to Lakeland, FL for business in May. Do you think I will have time to make a quick trip to "you know where" ???

It all comes down to careful planning!! Something I have done in the past is approach my employer with my desire to go to Disney World while in the area and ask if I can take a day or two of vacation just before or just after the trip and still use their airline ticket. Obviously you would have to pay any additional hotel charges yourself. Is your employer pretty accomodating?

pjbs35a

04-24-2007, 07:34 PM

It all comes down to careful planning!! Something I have done in the past is approach my employer with my desire to go to Disney World while in the area and ask if I can take a day or two of vacation just before or just after the trip and still use their airline ticket. Obviously you would have to pay any additional hotel charges yourself. Is your employer pretty accomodating?

Did I mention that I am also going to Orlando on a business trip for a week in June ??? Am I just too greedy ??? :blush:

Christine

04-24-2007, 08:59 PM

But you'll let us "borrow" the screwdrivers once in while, won't you?

You can have the screwdrivers after I get 'hammered'. (ducking from all of the rotten tomatoes being hurled at me...)
Ooooo, did I really just say that?? :rolleyes:

Ellen, I am glad your scan went okay. They really are interesting aren't they? When I got my nuclear scan done on my gallbladder, DH was mezmorized! He loved watching my bile ducts fill up...what a FREAK!

I hope you find that you do not need surgery.

mtown71

04-24-2007, 11:26 PM

Di donate a Stitch doll..is she ill?

Gosh, you are right...what was I thinking???? :-o

I wish I was going to be up all night with you tonight -- I'd be SO there!! Sounds yummy... I'll have to come up with some ailment so I can suggest the same thing to my crew... :blush:

So - who's on their way to work on Jen's?? Where'd the crane end up, and who's got the hammer??
I would love to take a shift to work on Jen's house. But, the way I have been injuring myself tonight, I don't think I should handle anything sharp. ;) I can supply the snacks!!! Hey, we could put moon pies all over the place!!!

(Deb however your dinner does sound tasty even if i'm wondering how someone who needs 9 teeth removed is going to eat ribs.)

She hasn't had the teeth pulled yet. They just all have multiple cracks in them. She grinds her teeth too much & the night guards wouldn't even work. She would bite right through them. The dentist figured this would be the best thing for her. The food was soooooo good! I was able to kidnap some leftovers if anyone is interested!

OK....it's about 10:48 PM local time and I have basically been up since yesterday morning. Mikki, I am in your time zone. Will I come home on Friday to a redecorated house? ;)
Hope you are having a good time Alex! Where would you like us to put our version of the Aerosmith Rock'n'Roller coaster?

Thanks, everyone! The scan was pretty amazing... the tech positioned a screen so that I could watch as the radioactive "stuff" gathered in my kidneys. You know that I was fascinated! Do you think I had "geek girl" written on my forehead or something? (Don't answer that!) Tomorrow I'll call my main doctor to get her take on all of this. I'm praying that I don't need to have the surgery.
Nah, you aren't a geek! I love to watch that stuff too. (esp. since I can usually understand what is going on.) I will keep my fingers crossed for you that you won't need the surgery.
Let us know what the doc says!

offwego

04-25-2007, 08:33 AM

Found out today that I will be making a trip to Lakeland, FL for business in May. Do you think I will have time to make a quick trip to "you know where" ??? How could you not?

We're going to a minor league hockey playoff game. :thumbsup: So, I won't be around this evening. Don't talk bad about me, OK? ;) How cool! I guess the weather wasn't going on at your place!

Did I mention that I am also going to Orlando on a business trip for a week in June ??? Am I just too greedy ??? :blush: And you do what so that I can learn how to do this?

It all comes down to careful planning!! Something I have done in the past is approach my employer with my desire to go to Disney World while in the area and ask if I can take a day or two of vacation just before or just after the trip and still use their airline ticket. Obviously you would have to pay any additional hotel charges yourself. Is your employer pretty accomodating?
Do you think I can create something for that area? Like a cross national need?

disneydrmr

04-25-2007, 08:48 AM

Wow, you guys have been busy!

I think we could do Jenn's house in a mixture of 'themes'.. one part could be Buzz lightyear, another part could be Star Wars... I think the two definitly can intermix successfully - both about good defeating evil and all. Oh, and seeing as how I'm not sick, no! I will not be donating one of my Stitch dolls to the efforts.

Alex's home - how about a homage to legs? We can use mannequin legs as all the table/chair/bed legs in his house, use panty hose for all the fabric... even have an indoor water feature that has a pair of legs on top with the water spurting out the toes... and we can paint huge feet on all his walls!!!

Deb - I sure hope you save some of those leftovers for me! Yum!

Ellen - glad the test went well. Will continue sending good thoughts and prayers to you!

Frankie - GO FOR IT! There is NO way you can be that close to 'you know where' and not stop in for a visit.

So, what's for breakfast today?

ElenitaB

04-25-2007, 08:58 AM

We're going to a minor league hockey playoff game. :thumbsup: So, I won't be around this evening. Don't talk bad about me, OK? ;)
Never! Glad that awful weather in Texas didn't affect you!

Found out today that I will be making a trip to Lakeland, FL for business in May. Do you think I will have time to make a quick trip to "you know where" ???
Isn't it an obligation? We have a policy at work that if it's much cheaper to fly home with a Saturday night stay, the firm will even pay your hotel on Friday/Saturday. Of course, you have to submit the supporting paperwork and you have to pay for your food, but it is very nice!

Ellen, I am glad your scan went okay. They really are interesting aren't they? When I got my nuclear scan done on my gallbladder, DH was mezmorized! He loved watching my bile ducts fill up...what a FREAK!
Are you calling me a freak? Just think, your DH finds you fascinating inside and out! That's true love!

Hope you are having a good time Alex! Where would you like us to put our version of the Aerosmith Rock'n'Roller coaster?
That is such a good idea, Deb! I see a great spot out in the backyard. Who has the steel?

It feels good to only have one doctor's visit today (need to go get the medical clearance for surgery from my PCP just in case), and actually get some work done. Just had a healthy breakfast, a homemade mochaccino and am off to work! Heigh ho, heigh ho...

See you all later!

drummerboy

04-25-2007, 09:12 AM

That is such a good idea, Deb! I see a great spot out in the backyard. Who has the steel (for the Aerosmith coaster)?

DDAI (Drummerboy Discount Amusements International) has a really good special this month on wooden inverted coasters, only slightly used. But what's this about the back yard? I say we weave it in and out of the inside rooms so it can run in the dark even during daytime.

Christine

04-25-2007, 10:57 AM

Alex's home - how about a homage to legs? We can use mannequin legs as all the table/chair/bed legs in his house, use panty hose for all the fabric... even have an indoor water feature that has a pair of legs on top with the water spurting out the toes... and we can paint huge feet on all his walls!!!

Hey Di, do you want my Italian "frag-eee-lay" leg lamp? I don't mind donating it, even though it was a major award! :D

Are you calling me a freak? Just think, your DH finds you fascinating inside and out! That's true love!

Of course not, just him. He just seemed a bit too enthusiastic... I thought he was going to hire a sitter for DD and take me out for dinner and a movie afterwards! :D

offwego

04-25-2007, 12:04 PM

Hey Di, do you want my Italian "frag-eee-lay" leg lamp? I don't mind donating it, even though it was a major award! :D

Of course not, just him. He just seemed a bit too enthusiastic... I thought he was going to hire a sitter for DD and take me out for dinner and a movie afterwards! :D
So that's a movie you've seen hmm...Doesn't the dinner and movie come first normally? I'm just asking as it's been a long time since DH & I did that (dinner yes but it's normally a work event)

DDAI (Drummerboy Discount Amusements International) has a really good special this month on wooden inverted coasters, only slightly used. But what's this about the back yard? I say we weave it in and out of the inside rooms so it can run in the dark even during daytime.
Does this mean we are removing all of the lights in Alex's house? What about the leg lamp?

It feels good to only have one doctor's visit today (need to go get the medical clearance for surgery from my PCP just in case), and actually get some work done. Just had a healthy breakfast, a homemade mochaccino and am off to work! Heigh ho, heigh ho...

See you all later! only one dr's appt does sound good.

Nascfan

04-25-2007, 01:43 PM

Everyone having a good day? It's rainy and kind of icky here.

offwego

04-25-2007, 01:50 PM

Everyone having a good day? It's rainy and kind of icky here.

Lots of rainy and icky here as well..and no good coffee unless I venture out into it.

Yuck.

So who's house are we working on today that has everyone so busy?

Nascfan

04-25-2007, 02:07 PM

So who's house are we working on today that has everyone so busy?

Is Jenn's done? Would it be Alex's?

As for me, I'm working on my desk "house" at work, that's got me so busy.

offwego

04-25-2007, 02:12 PM

Is Jenn's done? Would it be Alex's?

As for me, I'm working on my desk "house" at work, that's got me so busy.

I hear that part (the busy thing).

I have no idea what house we are on...who has the work orders?

drummerboy

04-25-2007, 02:24 PM

Everyone having a good day? It's rainy and kind of icky here.We're having a wonderful southern-spring kind of day here. Sunshine and high
70s. Sorry.

I have no idea what house we are on...who has the work orders?
Work orders, work orders.... They were in the crane cab. Hey, did anybody see that big folder in the crane marked 'top secret'? [Wonders if Frankie mistook it for his next assignment orders and absconded with it.]

We can definitely keep the leg lamps in Alex's house. We'll install a master switch so he can balckout the whole house at once when the coaster's running. Hope nobody opens the refirgerator door and ruins the effect. Although we could paint a big road sign on the inside of the door...

drummerboy

04-25-2007, 02:27 PM

I just remembered something from the work orders--I think we amended the plans to incorporate Buzz and Star Wars in Jenn's house. I think we should call the effect 'Buzz Wars'. What's the consensus? Or maybe 'Lightsabre Lightyears'. Who's supposed to be in charge of the sound effects?

offwego

04-25-2007, 02:35 PM

We're having a wonderful southern-spring kind of day here. Sunshine and high
70s. Sorry.

Hope nobody opens the refirgerator door and ruins the effect. Although we could paint a big road sign on the inside of the door...
I was watching the new show about trademark properties on tlc last night...they had the ickiest fridge ever on that. I'm not sure I ever want to open a fridge again! EWWWWW

I just remembered something from the work orders--I think we amended the plans to incorporate Buzz and Star Wars in Jenn's house. I think we should call the effect 'Buzz Wars'. What's the consensus? Or maybe 'Lightsabre Lightyears'. Who's supposed to be in charge of the sound effects?

Isn't that normally Alex? What with the whole mike and all? Can Di look after that? Or maybe we should leave Mikki with it since then it will have cool UK accents.

ElenitaB

04-25-2007, 06:02 PM

JQ crew, you guys are the best :notworth:

Loving the old wooden coaster going through the house. And the water feature is the best! Who needs spitting camels when you have a high pressure showerhead? Can I just sit back and bask in the glow of your creativity?

Beast_fanatic

04-26-2007, 12:38 AM

I guess the weather wasn't going on at your place!

Well, I wouldn't say that. We had had one round of storms go through before the game, and we came out of the arena to a TV screen plastered with a radar covered in red splotches. We moved in close to see what county it was, and it was the county we were in (and that we live in as well). We managed to make it the 13.5 miles home OK though (did run into some standing water on the highway that splashed up and covered the vehicles as we drove through so we couldn't see), but we got home to no power and a beeping noise. The carbon monoxide detector battery was low, but we thought it was the smoke detectors and checked two of those out before we even remembered the carbon monoxide detector.

The power did come back on about 45 minutes after we got home though. Unfortunately, it went off again about 3 times during the night. The storms were over by then, so we aren't sure why they kept going off.

So, after a night where my sleep was interrupted multiple times, why am I still awake this late?

alpro2

04-26-2007, 01:12 AM

Is everyone sleeping? I am up, dressed, and ready to go. What time is it by you anyway?

Dsnygirl

04-26-2007, 02:32 AM

Nope - not sleeping! :eyes: It's 2:30 am here - have NO idea what time it must be where you are... 7:30 or 8:30??

Tonight's CRAZY... :crazy: :roller: babies wanting to be born all over the place. We've already had about 7 deliveries since I got here @ 7pm, and we're doing our 5th cesarean as I write. Luckily, my patients are behaving. (so far!!)

Hope everyone is sleeping well (except you, of course, Alex...hope you have a good day over there...)

Anyone want chocolate chip waffles for breakfast???:D

offwego

04-26-2007, 09:37 AM

So, after a night where my sleep was interrupted multiple times, why am I still awake this late?
I'm sorry to hear that Rhonda. Hopefully you'll catch up on the z's soon.

Is everyone sleeping? I am up, dressed, and ready to go. What time is it by you anyway?
Now or then?

Hope everyone is sleeping well (except you, of course, Alex...hope you have a good day over there...)

Anyone want chocolate chip waffles for breakfast???:D That's a lot of babies! Is there coffee too?

Nascfan

04-26-2007, 01:20 PM

Time for my lunchtime check-in with my JQ friends. Is everyone having a good day? Hope so.

offwego

04-26-2007, 01:23 PM

Time for my lunchtime check-in with my JQ friends. Is everyone having a good day? Hope so.

Aside from the weather you mean? Yes...but it's sure quiet in here today.

Christine

04-26-2007, 01:29 PM

Hi everyone! :hi: It is quiet in here today isn't it?

Looks like the stormy weather has passed through here (for the time being at least) and it is beautiful and a cool 68 degrees!

This afternoon I meet with the surgeon to discuss and arrange my gallbladder surgery. :scared: I am absolutely terrified just to even talk about it! What a :baby: I am!!

Nascfan

04-26-2007, 01:37 PM

Yep, aside from our weather. Shaping up to be a nice weekend though, do you have any outside stuff to do?

Christine, you are NOT a :baby: ! Good luck with the meeting, ok?

ElenitaB

04-26-2007, 02:47 PM

Hi, everyone! I have good news and bad news... which do you want first? The good news you say. Okay, the good news is that I'm not having procedure on Tuesday. The bad news is that the kidney is so shot it's not worth doing the surgery on. :(

I'm a big baby on this one... the surgery was not going to be fun and had the possibility of causing me chronic pain and introducing the risk of infection. But I'm worried about my poor kidney. :( And yes, I know that you can live with one, but I kinda need both to get chemo -- particularly the strong stuff. Sigh.

Hi everyone! :hi: It is quiet in here today isn't it?

Looks like the stormy weather has passed through here (for the time being at least) and it is beautiful and a cool 68 degrees!

This afternoon I meet with the surgeon to discuss and arrange my gallbladder surgery. :scared: I am absolutely terrified just to even talk about it! What a :baby: I am!!
It is quiet today around here... the only thing I'm hearing is the hammering from Alex's reno project. Can't wait to see what Blythe and Jenn have to say about their renovations. Maria, can you let us know when he's coming down the block so that we can position the RV before we make him say "Move that RV."

Your "cool 68 degrees" would be our warm 68 degrees so send it on up here, please! I've been thinking about you, Rhonda and Frankie... hope the weather continues to treat you well.

Christine, wish we were there to help you through... surgery just ain't fun unless you're the surgeon, I guess.

offwego

04-26-2007, 03:08 PM

Hi This afternoon I meet with the surgeon to discuss and arrange my gallbladder surgery. :scared: I am absolutely terrified just to even talk about it! What a :baby: I am!! Not a baby at all..You are dealing with it despite being nervous! So good for you!

Yep, aside from our weather. Shaping up to be a nice weekend though, do you have any outside stuff to do?

Christine, you are NOT a :baby: ! Good luck with the meeting, ok?
Outside work for who exactly? Can bankers even work outside? Mind you I do have to spend a day this year on a boat does that count?

Hi, everyone! I have good news and bad news... which do you want first? The good news you say. Okay, the good news is that I'm not having procedure on Tuesday. The bad news is that the kidney is so shot it's not worth doing the surgery on. :(

I'm a big baby on this one... the surgery was not going to be fun and had the possibility of causing me chronic pain and introducing the risk of infection. But I'm worried about my poor kidney. :( And yes, I know that you can live with one, but I kinda need both to get chemo -- particularly the strong stuff. Sigh.

It is quiet today around here... the only thing I'm hearing is the hammering from Alex's reno project. Can't wait to see what Blythe and Jenn have to say about their renovations. Maria, can you let us know when he's coming down the block so that we can position the RV before we make him say "Move that RV."

Your "cool 68 degrees" would be our warm 68 degrees so send it on up here, please! I've been thinking about you, Rhonda and Frankie... hope the weather continues to treat you well.

Christine, wish we were there to help you through... surgery just ain't fun unless you're the surgeon, I guess.

Ellen..first the not serious question. Do we now renovate houses cause you work nights? Poor Blythe hasn't gone anywhere despite nearly begging Maryln to take her with. Have you been staring at the avatar too much?

Ok now the serious reply...that's not very good news at all. Will changing the chemo regime slow down recovery or are there any other options such as a kidney transplant etc? Clearly not the news we wanted for you but we will keep pulling for you that you will get through this.

(back to funny)I'm confident you willl since it could take YEARS for us to be at WDW at the same time and we just have to make that happen. Therefore you will just have to get and stay 100% healthy so that I can slap a pair of fancy shoes on you. Just picture how much fun it will be to saunter through the Tree House in MK in heels ok? I'll let you use platforms since it's been a while though.

Dsnygirl

04-26-2007, 05:45 PM

Hi all!! Can't believe I had to fight my kids AND my DH to get on here today -- he had to go get them from school since my 5yr. old had an upset stomach and was in the nurse's office @ the end of the day. Of course, she is now running around the house happily, wondering when dinner is... ;) So - DH needed to work from home when I got up -- doesn't he understand how important me getting on here is?? Sheeesh... :blush:

Did you like the waffles, Nat? And yes, there was lots of coffee - hope you found some!!

This afternoon I meet with the surgeon to discuss and arrange my gallbladder surgery. I am absolutely terrified just to even talk about it! What a baby I am!!

You are so NOT a baby on this one... I'd be terrified, too, and I've helped do the procedure more times than I can count! No matter what, it's scarey -- but I am sure you'll be fine -- they're refined it and made the procedure so much better even than when I was still in the OR. Sending :pixie: and a :hug: your way - let us know when the big day is!

Hi, everyone! I have good news and bad news... which do you want first? The good news you say. Okay, the good news is that I'm not having procedure on Tuesday. The bad news is that the kidney is so shot it's not worth doing the surgery on.

I'm a big baby on this one... the surgery was not going to be fun and had the possibility of causing me chronic pain and introducing the risk of infection. But I'm worried about my poor kidney. :( And yes, I know that you can live with one, but I kinda need both to get chemo -- particularly the strong stuff. Sigh.

It is quiet today around here... the only thing I'm hearing is the hammering from Alex's reno project. Can't wait to see what Blythe and Jenn have to say about their renovations. Maria, can you let us know when he's coming down the block so that we can position the RV before we make him say "Move that RV."

Ellen - I am so sorry to hear that things aren't going to happen quite the way you'd hoped - I don't know too much about these kind of procedures, but I am praying for you and sending lots of good thoughts and a :hug: your way. You have such a positive attitude about all this even though I am sure it is so hard at times! You're amazing.

About those reno's - I know I miss a lot while I'm sleeping, but what are you planning here?? :D Like Nat said, I TRIED to climb into Marlyn's luggage, but... unfortunately, I'm still here... you MUST step away from that avatar... :)

Hope everyone's had a good day - I'm back to work tonight... although I don't know why... we HAVE to have delivered everyone yesterday!!

Anyone going to be around tonight??

pjbs35a

04-26-2007, 06:15 PM

Anyone going to be around tonight??

Are you cooking dinner for all us "arounders" ???

ElenitaB

04-26-2007, 08:19 PM

I made Sloppy Joes tonight (okay, healthy ones with turkey and whole wheat buns)... anyone want some?

Blythe, I'll be around later but not too late. Hope there aren't too many babies to catch tonight and you get some down time.

pjbs35a

04-26-2007, 08:29 PM

I had a turkey sandwich. Is that close to being weird ???

Dsnygirl

04-26-2007, 09:19 PM

Are you cooking dinner for all us "arounders" ???

If pb& j, sugar free jello, popsicles and coffee work for you guys - then definitely!! That's about all we've got up here on the floor... gotta love taking care of laboring moms... not great food choices!

How's the work going at Jen's?? Doesn't she come home soon?

ElenitaB

04-26-2007, 11:42 PM

Good evening, night owl(s). Blythe, sounds like a lovely selection for snacking (not). We'll have to make sure that you have a stash of the cookies of your choice.

How's your son feeling? (I used to love when my DS would pull that trick... the one time I was glad he did it though was the afternoon that would be the big black out a few years ago. He had a sinus thing going and got sick to his stomach in the summer heat. They called from camp insisting that I come get him which I did. Don't you know that on the way home he wanted to stop for pizza? We got home, he went to bed, I went in to check on him and just then out went the lights. I really felt like God put us together on purpose that day. There is no way I would have been able to make it home from the office... walking.)

Well, off to bed for me. Have a good evening and I'll have breakfast waiting for you in the AM.

Dsnygirl

04-26-2007, 11:59 PM

Good evening, night owl(s). Blythe, sounds like a lovely selection for snacking (not). We'll have to make sure that you have a stash of the cookies of your choice.

Well, off to bed for me. Have a good evening and I'll have breakfast waiting for you in the AM.

Mmmm... cookies sound GREAT!! Just went and grabbed a handful of someone's trail mix... that'll keep me going for awhile!! Not as busy as last night, thank goodness... but I hear some pretty good t'storms are on their way, so I'm sure more babies will be trying to make an appearance soon!

Hope you have a good night's sleep everyone -- I'll keep a careful watch on the JQ world while you're all snoozing!! Looking forward to breakfast, Ellen! :thumbsup:

Beast_fanatic

04-27-2007, 12:11 AM

Here I am checking late again. I'm having the hardest time keeping up with the boards lately!

Christine, did you find out the date for your procedure yet? I'm sure they'll do yours laproscopically which is so much easier than the old way. Back when I had mine out, it was a huge ordeal (I spent a week in the hospital and I have a huge scar to prove it). :hug: to you!

Ellen, sorry to hear the bad news. :( I hope it doesn't impact your :thedolls: fighting very much. :hug: to you too!

And, hi to everyone else! :hi: Unfortunately, that's all the time I have tonight!

alpro2

04-27-2007, 01:13 AM

Christine

04-27-2007, 01:46 AM

Hi all. Ellen, what is their plan now? I am glad you don't have to have the procedure, but do they just leave it? Will they remember this when they give you chemo and just do smaller doses? I don't understand this much, so let me know how and what I am to pray for.

As for me, my surgery is set for Wednesday morning. The surgeon seemed nice...a bit odd though. He had a do-rag on his head and camoflauge rubber boots?????? He cusses like a sailor, but seemed to "know his stuff". I cried like a baby in his office. I feel like an idiot, but I am so terrified! I know I will be fine, but I just don't want to do it. I told DH tonight that if I am going to have a really bad week (at least) I wanted to be rewarded with a really good week...at WDW (for the I-COT meet of course)! I told him that would be the best reward for being a big girl and doing all this. We'll see...

I am very sleepy, so I am off to bed. Thanks for asking about me...it really does help to know people out there care. :grouphug:

Dsnygirl

04-27-2007, 01:47 AM

Good (early) morning all. (In a loud voice so all can hear me over the power tools)...I will be leaving for the airport now to catch a 11:00 AM flight. Landing at 2:00 PM. Did you know the flight from Germany to NY is only 3 hours?

I guess everbody better get up & get busy then!! Then I won't feel so alone& lonely!! :pout: Hey -- who's working at what house, anyway??

I'll go put some coffee on for everyone...

Dsnygirl

04-27-2007, 01:54 AM

As for me, my surgery is set for Wednesday morning. The surgeon seemed nice...a bit odd though. He had a do-rag on his head and camoflauge rubber boots?????? He cusses like a sailor, but seemed to "know his stuff". I cried like a baby in his office. I feel like an idiot, but I am so terrified! I know I will be fine, but I just don't want to do it. I told DH tonight that if I am going to have a really bad week (at least) I wanted to be rewarded with a really good week...at WDW (for the I-COT meet of course)! I told him that would be the best reward for being a big girl and doing all this. We'll see...

I am very sleepy, so I am off to bed. Thanks for asking about me...it really does help to know people out there care. :grouphug:

Hi Christine! Nice to see someone up, too...:) ... even though I'm sure it's b/c you can't sleep... sending a :hug: your way right now to help you :sheep: and fall off to sleep! I can totally understand how scarey this whole thing is... and if it makes you feel any better, some of the best surgeons I've seen tend to be a little eccentric in their daily life!! I'll be praying for you... I'm sure you'll do great. And I'll be crossing my fingers for you that you'll be able to reward yourself w/ a trip to WDW... that has GOT to make it all worth it, right?? :D

Christine

04-27-2007, 02:12 AM

Thanks Blythe! I hope I get to go to WDW too! I so want to meet you all!

I will try to go take a hot shower and see if I can get to sleep. I have been making lists of what I need to do to make sure the household runs smoothly for the day or two I am down.

See you in the morning. Who wants oatmeal??? :ack: (geez, I hope my cholesterol goes down soon so I can quit this mess!)

dlpmikki

04-27-2007, 04:44 AM

Christine at least the waiting will be over soon! Hope everything goes super smoothly for you :pixie: If it ends up with you coming in October that would be a huge bonus for all of us!

Ellen, you know you have lots of pixie dust coming from over here.

Is America ready for Alex's return? More to the point is the house remodelling finished?!

What are everybodies plans for the day when you finally get up? ;)

Dsnygirl

04-27-2007, 05:59 AM

What are everybodies plans for the day when you finally get up? ;)

Play with my girls, cook dinner (order pizza?? :blush: ) and back to work... this is a 3-night stretch for me. (But this past night was 12 hours of overtime... so DEFINITELY worth it!! cha-ching!!:D )

What's everybody else up to today? Anybody have fun plans for the wknd??

drummerboy

04-27-2007, 07:46 AM

Unfortunately, today's plans include a funeral service. A lady who was in my play died last week (she's only about a year older than me).

DW tells me that tomorrow includes yard work and Sunday afternoon will be taken up by rehearsal for the next play.

How do they expect me to get all these re-dos done? Can somebody get the RV over to Alex's place by 2:00? We'll have to put some kind of extension on top to hide the wooden Rock'nRoller coaster before we "Move that RV".

Christine

04-27-2007, 08:49 AM

Alex is coming home today???? I just have a few things to do on my "special project" (as Ty would say!)

I am making a continuous loop video of "Legs of Steel" to run on the projection TV in his brand new gym!
:lift: :rope:

offwego

04-27-2007, 09:00 AM

As for me, my surgery is set for Wednesday morning. The surgeon seemed nice...a bit odd though. He had a do-rag on his head and camoflauge rubber boots?????? He cusses like a sailor, but seemed to "know his stuff". I cried like a baby in his office. I feel like an idiot, but I am so terrified! I know I will be fine, but I just don't want to do it. I told DH tonight that if I am going to have a really bad week (at least) I wanted to be rewarded with a really good week...at WDW (for the I-COT meet of course)! I told him that would be the best reward for being a big girl and doing all this. We'll see...

At least it will be over soon. We will all be pulling for you till we hear from you that it went ok. Do you have a way to let us know?

I'll go put some coffee on for everyone... Coffee did you say coffee?

Is America ready for Alex's return? More to the point is the house remodelling finished?!

What are everybodies plans for the day when you finally get up? ;)
I've got client visits and a lunch with investment broker. Has America ever been ready for Alex?

Unfortunately, today's plans include a funeral service. A lady who was in my play died last week (she's only about a year older than me).

DW tells me that tomorrow includes yard work and Sunday afternoon will be taken up by rehearsal for the next play.

How do they expect me to get all these re-dos done? Can somebody get the RV over to Alex's place by 2:00? We'll have to put some kind of extension on top to hide the wooden Rock'nRoller coaster before we "Move that RV".
I'm sorry to hear about the funeral Ken. (and the yard work). Hopefully the rehearsal will be fun. Your going to let us renovate the RV?

My weekend includes some yard work, some real work & hopefully a little time with the family somewhere in all that.

I'll likely pop in for a while on Saturday so have fun!!

disneydrmr

04-27-2007, 09:41 AM

Running in in between customer calls.. wow.. what a busy week we've had here in our office.
Ellen - I am soooo sorry to hear about the results. YOu are in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong! We are all pulling for you!
Christine - I had my gall bladder out - (along with numerous other surgeries) you will be ok! Again, we are all pulling for you! And I agree - a trip to Disney would be a good reward for you!
Ken - sorry to hear about the loss and funeral.
Alex - welcome back to America. Did you leave Germany in one piece?
Everyone else - hope you have GREAT weekends! I won't be around next week. Don't worry about reno'ing my home - after doing three this week you all need to rest! Going to Gatlinburg - you know - when you go to the mountains it only makes sense to stay in the mountains!

Christine

04-27-2007, 10:03 AM

Di have fun on your trip!! I bet Gatlinburg is gorgeous...bring back pictures! And don't think you can get off the hook that easy! I think we will have plenty of time and energy to do some "improvements" to your place! I am thinking chili dog Glade Plug-Ins, for one, to help you re-live "Stitch's Great Escape" every day! :sick: :ack: I think we can definitely handle another job, right gang???

I better run...DD's school is having a volunteer appreciation luncheon for all of us parents that volunteer. Then I have to work for DD's teacher (guess I have to work off that lunch!)

This weekend...:soccer: game on Saturday, church on Sunday, :laundry: on both days! No other plans here!

drummerboy

04-27-2007, 10:07 AM

I won't be around next week. Don't worry about reno'ing my home - after doing three this week you all need to rest!
Well, we all know how to read between the lines, don't we? It's the old 'no no, don't do that for me' (wink wink) trick. We know she'll feel left out and unwanted if we don't do it, so let's all rest up for the weekend and crank up the equipment on Monday. Gee, anybody have a theme in mind? :stitch:

Nascfan

04-27-2007, 10:09 AM

Don't worry Di, you'll have a nice mountain type waterfall and stream in your living room when you get back. ;)

:hug: for both Christine and Ellen. You both need one.
You'll be in my thoughts and prayers next Wednesday Christine. It's going to be fine.

Ken, I'm sorry to hear about the death and funeral.

Alex, are you home yet?

We're going to see Beauty and the Beast, the spring play at our local high school, tonight. The whole family is looking forward to it.
If I don't happen to get back here, have a great weekend everyone!

mtown71

04-27-2007, 09:48 PM

Wow...I have missed quite a bit these past couple of days. Too bad work won't let me get on the computer. I am off the clock now so I guess I can spare a couple minutes.
Ellen- I am so sorry to hear about those results. Please know that I will continue to pray for you & send you tons of pixie dust.
Alex, hope you have a safe flight. What did you bring back for us?
Hey, Christine....I am having my tonsils taken out on Wednesday. I guess we will be suffering together. I am scared to death of mine! I will cry with you! I am sure you will be fine. I will pray for you!!!! :hug:
Ken, so sorry to hear about your loss. I will pray for you & the family. Um...do you have the keys to the RV? I will try to drive it over there. Hmmmm...how many phone books will I need to sit on so I can see over the dashboard?:confused:
Hmmmm....I can think of a few things to do to Di's house. Let me draw up some plans!!!! In the words of my Ty......LET'S DO SOME DEMO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Christine

04-27-2007, 10:26 PM

Hey, Christine....I am having my tonsils taken out on Wednesday. I guess we will be suffering together. I am scared to death of mine! I will cry with you! I am sure you will be fine. I will pray for you!!!! :hug:

Hey Deb! Looks like we'll be surgery sisters this week! You just think of me and I will be thinking of you Wednesday and we'll get through this together! I will be praying for you too, girl! Do you get to go home Wednesday? My surgeon said that I will go to post op recovery for two hours, then a holding room for 4-6 hours. He said anything that could go wrong (bleeding, infection) would happen during that time frame. If all goes well, I should be home around 6 or 7 pm.
I got DD taken care of for the day, and am sending my puppy to a friends (he LOVES to cuddle in bed, but walks back and forth over me all the time...don't need that on my incisions!!)
I really hope all goes well with your tonsils. I am sure it will! :pixie: and :hug:

Okay, for Di's house, I say in honor of her "beloved" stitch, we wrap it in toilet paper and spray paint "Stitch wuz here". Cheap, easy, and quite fitting for her little mongrel! :stitch:
And of course, as I said, I have the chili dog belch air freshners ready! Who has good experience on teepeeing? It's been 15+ years since I "went wrapping!"

Beast_fanatic

04-27-2007, 11:24 PM

Welcome home, Alex!

Christine and Deb, I'll be thinking of both of you on Wednesday and hoping that all goes well! :pixie: :pixie: Let us know how it goes as soon as you can, OK?

Why didn't anyone tell me that Jimmy Buffet is having a concert in my area tomorrow night? My hubby totally wants to go and of course it is sold out. But, I snagged some tickets from an online site, so that's my big plans for the weekend!

Riri529

04-28-2007, 12:43 AM

Hi everyone! :hi:
This afternoon I meet with the surgeon to discuss and arrange my gallbladder surgery. :scared: I am absolutely terrified just to even talk about it! What a :baby: I am!!
Christine, surgery is never fun. However, I have had the gallbladder done and it was really no big deal. Try not to sweat it. I know you'll feel great once it is over!

Hi, everyone! I have good news and bad news... which do you want first? The good news you say. Okay, the good news is that I'm not having procedure on Tuesday. The bad news is that the kidney is so shot it's not worth doing the surgery on. :(

I'm a big baby on this one... the surgery was not going to be fun and had the possibility of causing me chronic pain and introducing the risk of infection. But I'm worried about my poor kidney. :( And yes, I know that you can live with one, but I kinda need both to get chemo -- particularly the strong stuff. Sigh.

Ellen, sorry to hear about your kidney. I am sending all of my positive thoughts your way.
Are you still involved in the walk in May? Is it too late to sponsor you?

Dsnygirl

04-28-2007, 03:36 AM

Unfortunately, today's plans include a funeral service. A lady who was in my play died last week (she's only about a year older than me).

DW tells me that tomorrow includes yard work and Sunday afternoon will be taken up by rehearsal for the next play.

Ken, I'm so sorry to hear about your friend... not a fun way to start the wknd.

What's the next play you're doing??

Going to Gatlinburg - you know - when you go to the mountains it only makes sense to stay in the mountains!

Have a great trip!!

I am having my tonsils taken out on Wednesday. I guess we will be suffering together. I am scared to death of mine! I will cry with you! I am sure you will be fine. I will pray for you!!!!

Deb, I'll be thinking and praying for you, too, on Wednesday - I hope everything goes fine! Just think of all the ice cream and shakes you get to have!! :D

Okay, for Di's house, I say in honor of her "beloved" stitch, we wrap it in toilet paper and spray paint "Stitch wuz here". Cheap, easy, and quite fitting for her little mongrel!
And of course, as I said, I have the chili dog belch air freshners ready! Who has good experience on teepeeing? It's been 15+ years since I "went wrapping!"

Not too good at "tp'ing" but I think you're whole Stitch theme is a great idea!! I have a Stitch that spits water like the one on top of the entrance to World of Disney ... she could put it in her shower... :stitch2:

Why didn't anyone tell me that Jimmy Buffet is having a concert in my area tomorrow night? My hubby totally wants to go and of course it is sold out. But, I snagged some tickets from an online site, so that's my big plans for the weekend!

Oh, can I come, please?? I'm sure I can find a last-minute flight... my DH and I have always wanted to catch a concert of his, and haven't been able to yet. We're hoping maybe this summer or next, but I'm not sure he's going to be close enough this year. Have a GREAT time and be sure to have a :marg: (or two) for me!! Lucky you!! :cool:

alpro2

04-28-2007, 06:34 AM

Good Morning all! It is great hearing "Walk This Way" blarring though the house. Love the giant Strat, guys!

Ok...to catch up:

Ellen - sorry to hear about the latest. Remember we are all with you.
Christine - I would be a wreck too before surgery. Try not to fret it. Everything will be fine.
Deb - Just remember that when you come home from getting your tonsils removed, you will find toys on your bed and eat all the ice cream you want (at least that's what they told me when I was 5 ;) ).
Ken - Sorry to hear about the loss.
Blythe - did you deliver allot of babies last night or wa there just allot of screaming soon-to-be mothers?
Scott - are you playing the Beast?
Di - Don't worry, we won't touch your house. :D (do we have enough toilet paper guys?)
Nat - what kind of shoes do you wear for yard work?
Ri - have a great day with your little guy.
Mikki - did you see me wave from the plane as I flew by?
Rhonda - have a great time at the concert
Frankie - you can come out now. I think you were spying on the wrong house.Did I cover it all?

ElenitaB

04-28-2007, 07:37 AM

Alex, velcome home! Did you know that they'll be building the two new DCL ships in Germany? Will you be going back to that country? How about scoping out the shipyard and we can start planning a special JQ suite? Good idea?

Christine and Deb, you are both in my thoughts and prayers for Wednesday. Christine, I know from last January that it's rather nerve-wracking to theoretically know that you need a procedure in the future, but once there's a date attached the nerves do start. I know that McCamuShoes will do great though. Were they Crocs? Are you exaggerating about the do-rag ;) or was it one of those surgical cap thingies all the cool kids wear (after surgery... in the halls, during office hours, are afraid to take off because they now have helmut hair)?

Ken, sorry about your loss. Never fun.

Rhonda, have fun at the concert. Catch any parrots?

Riri, thanks for the offer! You're the best! If anyone else would like to sponsor me or Ben, please send along a PM and I'll send you a link. And to those of you who already have, big :hug:

Weekend plans: tennis lessons for the young man this AM, running around trying to find the compression garment that was prescibed for my leg so that I can :walk: and if I find out, go out for a nice long walk. My event is next Saturday! The rain has stopped here so it would be a fine day to walk along the harbor's edge. Also I need to head into the city to pick up our race t-shirt and goody bag. Right now I'm not feeling too bad from treatment yesterday so I do hope to get housework and errands done! Have a great day, everyone, and hope that the sun is shining out your way!

drummerboy

04-28-2007, 07:47 AM

What's the next play you're doing??
We're doing a British farce called "Noises Off". I'm playing a washed-up 70+ Shakespearean actor who is hard of hearing and keeps chasing the bottle and can't remember his lines (I know, typecasting). It's fun because it's a play within a play and most of us have to play two characters--the actor and the character he or she plays. My character's character is a washed-up 70+ burglar who is hard of hearing.

We're opening on May 10. Next is "Children of Eden", a musical based on Genesis from the creation through Noah and the Ark. It's got some really good music in it.

Where's my question, you say? Well, I think Frankie took it. He needed it for one of his communiques.

mtown71

04-28-2007, 10:01 AM

Hey Deb! Looks like we'll be surgery sisters this week! You just think of me and I will be thinking of you Wednesday and we'll get through this together! I will be praying for you too, girl! Do you get to go home Wednesday? My surgeon said that I will go to post op recovery for two hours, then a holding room for 4-6 hours. He said anything that could go wrong (bleeding, infection) would happen during that time frame. If all goes well, I should be home around 6 or 7 pm.
I got DD taken care of for the day, and am sending my puppy to a friends (he LOVES to cuddle in bed, but walks back and forth over me all the time...don't need that on my incisions!!)
I really hope all goes well with your tonsils. I am sure it will! :pixie: and :hug:

Okay, for Di's house, I say in honor of her "beloved" stitch, we wrap it in toilet paper and spray paint "Stitch wuz here". Cheap, easy, and quite fitting for her little mongrel! :stitch:
And of course, as I said, I have the chili dog belch air freshners ready! Who has good experience on teepeeing? It's been 15+ years since I "went wrapping!"

I will definitely be thinking of you on Wednesday. What time is your surgery? Mine is supposed to be @ 8:45am. My surgeon seems to look more professional than yours does. (wonder if that is a good thing or bad thing?) I am supposed to be allowed to go home the same day if all goes well. The only thing I am afraid of is possibly throwing up from the anesthesia. But, my allergy nurse told me which kind to ask for to help prevent that. I will be going to the store today to stock up on the popsicles & ice cream.
I also love your idea for Di's house!!! I have my rolls of toilet paper waiting. The air fresheners are great too! I think about 30 would work for her house. I think her DH would love a spaceship bed that also doubles as a video game.

Alex, welcome home!!!! Good to see you back! Will the toys on my bed be video games? Can I have raspberry sherbet instead of ice cream?

offwego

04-28-2007, 10:19 AM

Good Morning all! It is great hearing "Walk This Way" blarring though the house. Love the giant Strat, guys!

Ok...to catch up:

Nat - what kind of shoes do you wear for yard work?
Frankie - you can come out now. I think you were spying on the wrong house.Did I cover it all?

You mean Frankie's not watching my shoes? Alex I normally reach for my fave thong style sandals in warmer weather. They have a 2 1/2 inch heel built in & a shiny blue toned flower made of cut faux glass or plastic or something like that. Made by sketchers quite comfy. If not my gold and white ballerina flats.

Weekend plans: tennis lessons for the young man this AM, running around trying to find the compression garment that was prescibed for my leg so that I can :walk: and if I find out, go out for a nice long walk. My event is next Saturday! The rain has stopped here so it would be a fine day to walk along the harbor's edge. Also I need to head into the city to pick up our race t-shirt and goody bag. Right now I'm not feeling too bad from treatment yesterday so I do hope to get housework and errands done! Have a great day, everyone, and hope that the sun is shining out your way! Ellen I hope you have a wonderful weekend you've sure earned it.

ElenitaB

04-28-2007, 02:56 PM

Alex, you didn't say if you liked the reno or not...

DS woke up sick this morning (no fever but very congested).

Do I need to do a Costco run to get more toilet paper?

Dsnygirl

04-28-2007, 04:10 PM

Hi all -- been up for awhile, just letting the coffee do it's magic... pardon if my spelling's a little off until then... :blush:

How about scoping out the shipyard and we can start planning a special JQ suite? Good idea?

If anyone else would like to sponsor me or Ben, please send along a PM and I'll send you a link. And to those of you who already have, big hug.

Great idea!! Can I have a pirate wench room, please?? :pirate: (I'll watch the rum...)

What is your walk for? I wasn't aware of it... I'll PM you for more info! :)

We're doing a British farce called "Noises Off". I'm playing a washed-up 70+ Shakespearean actor who is hard of hearing and keeps chasing the bottle and can't remember his lines (I know, typecasting). It's fun because it's a play within a play and most of us have to play two characters--the actor and the character he or she plays. My character's character is a washed-up 70+ burglar who is hard of hearing.

We're opening on May 10. Next is "Children of Eden", a musical based on Genesis from the creation through Noah and the Ark. It's got some really good music in it.

Sounds like a fun play and a really fun part!! How many times do you have to do a scene in order to do it w/o laughing?? Boy, they had you pegged... :laughing:

Will the toys on my bed be video games? Can I have raspberry sherbet instead of ice cream?

Yes to both -- what's your fav game? Sending lots of rasp. sherbet your way... good choice. :tasty:

Good Morning all! It is great hearing "Walk This Way" blarring though the house.
Blythe - did you deliver allot of babies last night or wa there just allot of screaming soon-to-be mothers?

Did you somehow stumble into MY house??

Nope - not lots of babies last night, just the last two nights... we delivered 27 babies between 12am Wed and 12am Thurs!! We can hold 54 moms on our postpartum floor, and as of 7am this morning, we had 52 beds filled. Little nuts... glad it's over. :crazy:

How's everyone's day going?? Christine - how was your DD's soccer game? Any more goals, or did she just keep do a great job protecting the goalie? Ellen - how's your son feeling? Did he make his tennis lessons? Mikki - you okay after the earthquake?? Do you live anywhere near where it hit?? :eek:

My DH is off to the range to practice with a few clubs... then we're taking the girls to see "Meet the Robinsons" after dinner. Anyone else seen it yet? Looks cute... they can't wait to see the dinosaur. Not as exciting as a Jimmy Buffet concert, but we can't all be lucky... :marg:

Beast_fanatic

04-28-2007, 04:30 PM

Wastin' away again in :marg: -ville... oh, sorry, just getting ready for the concert! :blush:

England had an earthshake? Why am I always the last to know?

pjbs35a

04-28-2007, 04:59 PM

Frankie - you can come out now. I think you were spying on the wrong house.

Why would you think I am a spy ???

Where's my question, you say? Well, I think Frankie took it. He needed it for one of his communiques.

A spy, a thief, what will I be accused of next ???

You mean Frankie's not watching my shoes?

I never watch shoes. Don't you know I am a "leg man" ???

Who else has seen Hot Fuzz ???

dlpmikki

04-28-2007, 06:10 PM

Ellen - how's your son feeling? Did he make his tennis lessons? Mikki - you okay after the earthquake?? Do you live anywhere near where it hit?? :eek:

Wastin' away again in :marg: -ville... oh, sorry, just getting ready for the concert! :blush:

England had an earthshake? Why am I always the last to know?

We didn't feel the earthquake here. When it was reported on the news this morning after it had just happened there was a lot of confusion as some police reports said there had been a big explosion and other folks were saying they felt tremors. Don't think it was that high on the richter scale but we are not used to that sort of thing over here.

Alex - I didn't see you wave - are you sure you were looking the right way out the window? How do you like the new home- much improved? :D

drummerboy

04-28-2007, 06:11 PM

A spy, a thief, what will I be accused of next ???
I dunno, what do you want to be accused of?

Who else has seen Hot Fuzz ???
Only once, when I put a peach in the microwave.

Christine

04-28-2007, 06:30 PM

Hi all! Just got in from DD's soccer game. They won 6-1 (DD didn't get a goal this week...played sweeper and mid-fielder all game). I won a glowing sunburn!! :sun: It was a scorcher today!!

Ellen, I hope Ben feels better soon :sick: That is no fun...you think it's allergies???

Rhonda, tonight is Jimmy Buffet? Sweet! I went to see him years ago...word of warning...the air is "thick" so you may have the munchies later!!

Ken, sorry about the funeral. That is not a good way to spend a weekend. :(

Alex, welcome home! Grab some toilet paper (yes Ellen, we need more from Costco!!!) and let's head to Di's!

Thought of one other thing we may need for her place...anyone have a dozen or so velvet paintings of Elvis they can spare??? Frankie?????

pjbs35a

04-28-2007, 07:08 PM

Thought of one other thing we may need for her place...anyone have a dozen or so velvet paintings of Elvis they can spare??? Frankie?????

I could never part with any of mine. How about a couple paintings of dogs playing cards ??? I could let them go cheap. It's the shipping and handling that will kill you.

Christine

04-28-2007, 07:11 PM

I could never part with any of mine. How about a couple paintings of dogs playing cards ??? I could let them go cheap. It's the shipping and handling that will kill you.

You little toot! :razz:

Where should we go for supper? I am trying to knock out some of my faves before I go "all liquid" for the rest of the week :ack: . Any suggestions?

alpro2

04-28-2007, 07:51 PM

Don't you know I am a "leg man" ???

Uh oh...should I be afraid?

Alex, you didn't say if you liked the reno or not...

Alex - I didn't see you wave - are you sure you were looking the right way out the window? How do you like the new home- much improved? :D
Spectacular...Thanks you guys! And Mikki, I waved out the right side (as oppossed to the wrong side).

pjbs35a

04-28-2007, 08:38 PM

You little toot! :razz:

I don't believe I have ever been addressed like that before.

Uh oh...should I be afraid?

Be very afraid.

Who wants a ham and cheese sandwich ???

Christine

04-28-2007, 08:49 PM

I don't believe I have ever been addressed like that before.

Are you sure??? I thought you were a Southerner??? Maybe you just haven't HEARD anyone say it to you! ;)

pjbs35a

04-28-2007, 08:54 PM

Are you sure??? I thought you were a Southerner??? Maybe you just haven't HEARD anyone say it to you! ;)

I was born and raised in the North! (North Louisiana) Can you say y'all ???

alpro2

04-28-2007, 09:02 PM

I was born and raised in the North! (North Louisiana) Can you say y'all ???
Ok, let me try to say it,,,,,"yawl". Is that too much of a NY accent for yawl?

Christine

04-28-2007, 09:13 PM

Ok, let me try to say it,,,,,"yawl". Is that too much of a NY accent for yawl?

That's not too shabby Alex...not as bad as I bet Nat or Jen would be with their Canadian "Y-OLE" :D

Now you need to start adding words like "fixing-to" and "yonder" and you can be like me, Rhonda, and Frankie! :cool: Now that's something to shoot for, ain't it???

pjbs35a

04-28-2007, 09:18 PM

Ok, let me try to say it,,,,,"yawl". Is that too much of a NY accent for yawl?

Sounds just right to me. Now for the real test. Which meal do you have at mid-day ???

drummerboy

04-28-2007, 10:44 PM

Now you need to start adding words like "fixing-to" and "yonder" and you can be like me, Rhonda, and Frankie! :cool:
Ahem! Are we forgetting someone? I reckon we are.

Sounds just right to me. Now for the real test. Which meal do you have at mid-day ???
Why the mid-day meal of course. And what time do you eat your dinner, Noon or 1:00?

By the way, DDPI is having a special on pallet-loads of TP this week. Anybody have a need for some?

pjbs35a

04-28-2007, 10:54 PM

Now don't that just butter your biscuit ???

Beast_fanatic

04-29-2007, 12:47 AM

Rhonda, tonight is Jimmy Buffet? Sweet! I went to see him years ago...word of warning...the air is "thick" so you may have the munchies later!!

Actually, it wasn't too bad - the concert was at Pizza Hut Park (outdoor soccer venue), and we were in the stadium seats, so there was a nice breeze. :thumbsup:

Where should we go for supper? I am trying to knock out some of my faves before I go "all liquid" for the rest of the week :ack: . Any suggestions?

Chicken fried steak, Tex-Mex, Cheeseburger in Paradise ;)

my DH and I have always wanted to catch a concert of his, and haven't been able to yet. We're hoping maybe this summer or next, but I'm not sure he's going to be close enough this year. Have a GREAT time and be sure to have a :marg: (or two) for me!! Lucky you!! :cool:

It was so much fun! You've got to go! Jimmy was a lot of fun, but the crowd was hilarious to watch! He's coming to Camden and Atlantic City, NJ in June, and Foxborough, MA in September. Are any of those close enough?

alpro2

04-29-2007, 06:18 AM

...I reckon we are.
By the way, DDPI is having a special on pallet-loads of TP this week. Anybody have a need for some?
Reckon??? Is that like a reckon the highway?

TP? Can't have too much of that. Oh, yeah, for Di's house of course. :blush:

pjbs35a

04-29-2007, 09:06 AM

Anybody else having grits for breakfast ???
Anybody know the singular for grits ???

Dsnygirl

04-29-2007, 10:56 AM

Actually, it wasn't too bad - the concert was at Pizza Hut Park (outdoor soccer venue), and we were in the stadium seats, so there was a nice breeze. :thumbsup:
It was so much fun! You've got to go! Jimmy was a lot of fun, but the crowd was hilarious to watch! He's coming to Camden and Atlantic City, NJ in June, and Foxborough, MA in September. Are any of those close enough?

We could probably try Foxborough, but it's probably too close to our October trip to justify another wknd away from the girls. :( I'm so glad you had such a good time - I can't wait to go!

Anybody else having grits for breakfast ???
Anybody know the singular for grits ???

Wish I was... :( ... I'm not a southerner, but I LOVE grits!! Had 'em for the first time on a trip down south years ago, and have loved them ever since. The ones they make up here just aren't the same....

So - what's everyone up to today??

Beast_fanatic

04-29-2007, 11:05 AM

I was born and raised in Texas, but grits just aren't my thing. I had my usual oatmeal for breakfast. :(

As far as plans for the day, I'm going to visit my Dad. Anyone want to come along? I'm not sure if hubby is going with me or not. :rolleyes:

drummerboy

04-29-2007, 02:31 PM

Anybody know the singular for grits ???
If you were referring to the acronym GRITS (Girls Raised In The South), I'd say my DW is pretty singular. But you weren't talking about that were you?

pjbs35a

04-29-2007, 03:32 PM

If you were referring to the acronym GRITS (Girls Raised In The South), I'd say my DW is pretty singular. But you weren't talking about that were you?

Well, bless your heart.

Does your DW have the (GRITS) tee shirt ???

Riri529

04-29-2007, 05:59 PM

So - what's everyone up to today??

Hi all. Hope everyone had a good weekend. I am recovering from a party at my home yesterday, and trying to catch up on some much neglected paperwork!:( Despite the paperwork, however, I am posting on intercot.:blush: Can you say "procrastinator"?

Nascfan

04-29-2007, 06:24 PM

Yes I can....pro-cras-ti-na-tor. Did I do good? ;)

Just absolutely gorgeous weekend here, and tried to be outside as much as possible with the family.

Hey all, just to let you know, the next couple weeks or so are probably going to be real heck at work, so I likely won't be posting much.

I do want Deb and Christine to know though, that my thoughts will be very much with you both on Wednesday. I'm sure you both will do just fine.

Save my spot at the cookie buffet, ok guys and gals?

Beast_fanatic

04-29-2007, 10:25 PM

I'm tired. Can we have a week-end do-over? :sleepin:

ElenitaB

04-29-2007, 11:42 PM

Great idea!! Can I have a pirate wench room, please?? :pirate: (I'll watch the rum...)

What is your walk for? I wasn't aware of it... I'll PM you for more info! :)

My DH is off to the range to practice with a few clubs... then we're taking the girls to see "Meet the Robinsons" after dinner. Anyone else seen it yet? Looks cute... they can't wait to see the dinosaur. Not as exciting as a Jimmy Buffet concert, but we can't all be lucky... :marg:
I think a pirate-themed suite on the ship is a GRAND idea! :pirate:

I'm my firm's team co-captain for the Revlon Run/Walk for Women's Cancers. We have the biggest team we've had in years and we surpassed our fundraising goal as well! I'm quite happy. And now that I have my most attractive compression garment at last, I can get back to training.

Did you like Meet the Robinsons? We did... (though I fell asleep for part of it :blush: as I was one day post-chemo). We got the Wii game tonight... we'll probably play it tomorrow as tonight we watched Happy Feet.

Who else has seen Hot Fuzz ???
Was it any good? The commercials look pretty funny.

Anybody else having grits for breakfast ???
Anybody know the singular for grits ???

If you were referring to the acronym GRITS (Girls Raised In The South), I'd say my DW is pretty singular. But you weren't talking about that were you?
Ken, you beat me to it. I've bought those t-shirts and mugs for my cousins and friends.

I'm tired. Can we have a week-end do-over? :sleepin:
I'm with you, Rhonda. This weekend (and particularly today) flew by!

I'm putting on a fresh pot of coffee in the AM! Juice and tea for Ms. Christine. And I'll make oatmeal for the healthy folk and Mickey waffles for everyone else. Have a good night, all!

alpro2

04-30-2007, 06:00 AM

... we'll probably play it tomorrow as tonight we watched Happy Feet.

So Monday night will be Sunday night?

offwego

04-30-2007, 08:38 AM

That's not too shabby Alex...not as bad as I bet Nat or Jen would be with their Canadian "Y-OLE" :D

Now you need to start adding words like "fixing-to" and "yonder" and you can be like me, Rhonda, and Frankie! :cool: Now that's something to shoot for, ain't it??? Now what makes you think we can't say Yawl? Or similiar? Neither Jenn nor I are from Atlantic Canada...Besides I've been a southern fan forever. Love those odd phrases.

Sounds just right to me. Now for the real test. Which meal do you have at mid-day ??? None unless I can't avoid it...maybe an apple and a sandwich

Anybody else having grits for breakfast ???
Anybody know the singular for grits ???
I like grits but you can't really get them here.

I'm tired. Can we have a week-end do-over? :sleepin:
Sure..when do we start?

I'm my firm's team co-captain for the Revlon Run/Walk for Women's Cancers. We have the biggest team we've had in years and we surpassed our fundraising goal as well! I'm quite happy. And now that I have my most attractive compression garment at last, I can get back to training.

I'm putting on a fresh pot of coffee in the AM! Juice and tea for Ms. Christine. And I'll make oatmeal for the healthy folk and Mickey waffles for everyone else. Have a good night, all!
I'm so proud of your team Ellen! And grateful for the coffee of course.

mtown71

04-30-2007, 09:10 AM

Morning all!!!!! How is everyone this morning? Just wanted to let ya'll know that Di is now out of the house. Let the reno begin! Would you believe that she thought she could trust me with her house key? Oh, her DH made a request. He would love to see Stitch driving a semi in their front yard. I figured that would be some lawn ornament! :)
Hope this is a good day for all! Have to go to work! :(

Christine

04-30-2007, 09:21 AM

Good morning.

What a rough weekend! Saturday night, some friends dropped by and wanted to take us to dinner. Well clearly I ate something my gallbladder did NOT LIKE, and I had one of my biggest attacks to date! I didn't even get out of bed yesterday.

So I have had a bit of a change of heart about surgery on Wednesday. While I am still scared, I am so looking forward to getting this stupid thing out!! I felt so bad Saturday night/Sunday morning, I would have let them take it out right then without anesthesia!

I am off this morning to the hospital to pre-register and get some bloodwork done. I don't know if I will be on tomorrow or not...have a FULL day! But if not, I will have DH post on Wednesday to let you know that I'm home. If he goes on to say that I was a big baby and NOT a good patient, ignore that part, okay?? :blush:

drummerboy

04-30-2007, 09:55 AM

He would love to see Stitch driving a semi in their front yard. I figured that would be some lawn ornament!

I'm thinking more like Stitch on a jet ski plowing across the man-made lake we're going to put in. Did we get the backhoe over there yet?

If he goes on to say that I was a big baby and NOT a good patient, ignore that part, okay?? :blush:
And if he says you were the perfect patient and a big girl, we'll ignore that too. 'k? :D
Good luck on the surgery. DW was glad when they got hers out many years ago.

Dsnygirl

04-30-2007, 10:11 AM

Hey all, just to let you know, the next couple weeks or so are probably going to be real heck at work, so I likely won't be posting much.

Save my spot at the cookie buffet, ok guys and gals?

We'll save as many cookies as you'd like... I'll make some fresh for you today, in fact! :)

I'm tired. Can we have a week-end do-over?

Absolutely - I wish I could TOTALLY do yesterday over. I was exhausted from the 3 nights on (I didn't sleep much Fri or Sat) and was really not worth much yesterday, although I did get a few boxes packed. Goodness knows what I put in them, though... :blush:

I'm my firm's team co-captain for the Revlon Run/Walk for Women's Cancers. We have the biggest team we've had in years and we surpassed our fundraising goal as well! I'm quite happy. And now that I have my most attractive compression garment at last, I can get back to training.

Did you like Meet the Robinsons? We did... (though I fell asleep for part of it as I was one day post-chemo)

I'm putting on a fresh pot of coffee in the AM! Juice and tea for Ms. Christine. And I'll make oatmeal for the healthy folk and Mickey waffles for everyone else. Have a good night, all!

That's awesome about your team - I forgot to PM you - I will right after this!! I hope it goes GREAT!!

We did enjoy "Meet the R'sons", although a few parts of it were a little too ridiculous for my liking. But, true to Disney, I was in tears at the end - gotta love being able to make an adult cry after a movie w/ a kid wearing a fruit salad hat... :D My girls LOVED it, though, so that made it even better.

Mmmm... thanks for the coffee and waffles!! :thumbsup:

Morning all!!!!! How is everyone this morning? Just wanted to let ya'll know that Di is now out of the house. Let the reno begin! Would you believe that she thought she could trust me with her house key? Oh, her DH made a request. He would love to see Stitch driving a semi in their front yard. I figured that would be some lawn ornament!
Hope this is a good day for all! Have to go to work!

Great!! Can't wait to start... who's got all the tools??

Good morning.
What a rough weekend! Saturday night, some friends dropped by and wanted to take us to dinner. Well clearly I ate something my gallbladder did NOT LIKE, and I had one of my biggest attacks to date! I didn't even get out of bed yesterday.

I am off this morning to the hospital to pre-register and get some bloodwork done. I don't know if I will be on tomorrow or not...have a FULL day! But if not, I will have DH post on Wednesday to let you know that I'm home. If he goes on to say that I was a big baby and NOT a good patient, ignore that part, okay?? :blush:

I'm sorry you had such a rough weekend... I had a g'bladder attack once, and I swear, I thought it was worse than labor. But it only lasted about 15-20 minutes - I can't imagine how you must've felt with it lasting so long. :( But at least now you're actually looking forward to getting the surgery over with - funny how God can do stuff like that, huh?? ;) Good luck today w/ your pre-op stuff - can't wait to hear that you're home and feeling better on Wed. I'll be thinking of you and sending prayers your way...

Well, DH and I are off to walk through the house we're renting today, and get the keys... we can officially start moving stuff in tomorrow. Yeah!! Can't wait to get the whole moving thing over with... starting to REALLY hate carrying boxes. Anyone want to come and help?? :blush:

alpro2

04-30-2007, 12:09 PM

...Besides I've been a southern fan forever. Love those odd phrases.
Brown nose! I wonder who was the bigger teacher's pet, you or Jen? ;)

ElenitaB

04-30-2007, 01:00 PM

So I have had a bit of a change of heart about surgery on Wednesday. While I am still scared, I am so looking forward to getting this stupid thing out!! I felt so bad Saturday night/Sunday morning, I would have let them take it out right then without anesthesia!

I am off this morning to the hospital to pre-register and get some bloodwork done. I don't know if I will be on tomorrow or not...have a FULL day! But if not, I will have DH post on Wednesday to let you know that I'm home. If he goes on to say that I was a big baby and NOT a good patient, ignore that part, okay?? :blush:
Sorry to hear about your g/b attack. I've only had one (when I was doing Atkins a few years back) and it was extremely NOT FUN. Here's hoping that the hardest part of today's pre-op was getting the stickies off after your EKG. Please make sure that DH updates us Wednesday as we'll be thinking about you.

Same goes for you, Deb... please make sure that someone lets us know how you made out. Will Di be taking care of you when you get home?

I'm thinking more like Stitch on a jet ski plowing across the man-made lake we're going to put in. Did we get the backhoe over there yet?
I love the way you think, Ken! :thumbsup: Of course, we could always use this (http://benellen.smugmug.com/photos/112072801-L.jpg) as a model as well. Don't they have a giant Big Wheels over at Pop Century? Maybe Jenn or Lynne could pick it up for us?

Christine

04-30-2007, 01:12 PM

Here's hoping that the hardest part of today's pre-op was getting the stickies off after your EKG.

Okay, should I be freaking out that they didn't do an EKG???? All she did was take 3 vials of blood. I hate living in the sticks...I bet our hospitals are like big city's hospitals WERE 30 years ago!

That picture of Ben's birthday cake is amazing! Was that on the cruise? It is amazing!

Know what else we need for Di's Stitch remodel? We need a giant Stitch perched above her front door that spits water on guests/passers-by, just like at World of Disney!

Blythe, I feel your pain on the moving...gee I would help, but I won't be allowed to lift anything over 15 pounds for the next 6 weeks. Shucks! ;)

Christine

04-30-2007, 01:29 PM

Jen's back! I saw her post on Pogo's trip reports...wonder why JQ wasn't her first stop???
:cry:

offwego

04-30-2007, 01:40 PM

Brown nose! I wonder who was the bigger teacher's pet, you or Jen? ;)
Who's to say...but it's a tough call don't you think? Why did you need some how to tips?
I love the way you think, Ken! :thumbsup: Of course, we could always use this (http://benellen.smugmug.com/photos/112072801-L.jpg) as a model as well. Don't they have a giant Big Wheels over at Pop Century? Maybe Jenn or Lynne could pick it up for us?
Now that would be cool!!

Okay, should I be freaking out that they didn't do an EKG???? All she did was take 3 vials of blood. I hate living in the sticks...I bet our hospitals are like big city's hospitals WERE 30 years ago!

Blythe, I feel your pain on the moving...gee I would help, but I won't be allowed to lift anything over 15 pounds for the next 6 weeks. Shucks! ;)

Christine when my DH had his done less then two years ago no EKG either. It's possible that some of the other bloodwork rules out further heart testing of course. I wouldn't freak out.

Do try and pay attention to the lifting thing. I'm horrible at that and really paid the price last time.

offwego

04-30-2007, 01:42 PM

Jen's back! I saw her post on Pogo's trip reports...wonder why JQ wasn't her first stop???
:cry:

She's too tired to tell us jokes? She can't remember where she left her questions? She's all out of cookies and coffee?

Mickey'sGirl

04-30-2007, 01:56 PM

Hello everyone! :hi: We're back, but I've been running around like a crazy woman today! I love the Buzz Wars themeing in my home! Especially the open-air atrium! What ever are those rockets made from? :darth::yoda::trooper:

I am also terrified of the dentist. hey, that seems like a very sensible reaction to someone who has the potential to cause you so much pain, right? Fortunately my new Dentist seems very friendly and understanding.....

I too am not a big fan of the Dentist. Does that make us big babies? You know, I have never had so much as a toothache -- no cavities, no crowns...nothing.... I am petrified of the dentist and I HATE going! So your fears seem quite rational by comparison!

Oh, and we bought a townhouse! Yep, it kind of came out of nowhere! We sold our house in the summer, and wanted to rent for a while as we prepare ourselves financially to move to Florida. :fingers: Great news! Congratulations Christine!!

Ellen -- I am so sorry to read about your kidney. Good luck with your walk this weekend!!

Alex -- How was Germany? You know Brian will be jealous as all get out! Where were you?

Mickey'sGirl

04-30-2007, 01:58 PM

Jasper

04-30-2007, 02:22 PM

Hi all! So what's happening with everyone? Sorry I haven't been around much but my back has really had me down again and to add insult to injury I developed an ear infection in both inner ears. For those of you who have had this or who suffer from Menniere's Disease, you know what that inner ear stuff does to your equilibrium and eventully to your ability to keep your food where it belongs.

I have been unable to raise my head off the pillow without :ack: :ack: :ack: since last Wednesday!

I am starting to feel a little better, but until the ears clear all they can do is keep feeding me nausea meds.

Don't know if I will be back later today or not so I will catch you all later.

drummerboy

04-30-2007, 02:26 PM

What ever are those rockets made from?
Can somebody help me here? I was too busy emptying rum bottles to remember.

offwego

04-30-2007, 02:57 PM

I am starting to feel a little better, but until the ears clear all they can do is keep feeding me nausea meds.

Don't know if I will be back later today or not so I will catch you all later.
That sounds awful Jasper. Hope you feel better real soon. Maybe the backhoe isn't really the equipment for you then?

Can somebody help me here? I was too busy emptying rum bottles to remember.

Just one spark?

Christine

04-30-2007, 04:43 PM

Welcome back, Jen!!! I can't wait to hear about your trip! Are you or Brian (or both?) doing reports???

Jasper, I am so sorry about your back and your ears. You poor thing...I hope you feel better very, very soon!!!

Dsnygirl

04-30-2007, 05:54 PM

Know what else we need for Di's Stitch remodel? We need a giant Stitch perched above her front door that spits water on guests/passers-by, just like at World of Disney!

Blythe, I feel your pain on the moving...gee I would help, but I won't be allowed to lift anything over 15 pounds for the next 6 weeks. Shucks! ;)

Now, didn't I mention that last week?? Great minds must think alike... although I only mentioned it as a shower head... like the over the door idea, though... :D

I'm sure I MUST have stuff that weighs less that 15 lbs... if I just gently hand it to you, could you just put it away for me???;)

Hello everyone! We're back, but I've been running around like a crazy woman today!

Welcome back!! We've missed you - can't wait to read your trip reports!! Heard a little from Pogo, sounds like you all had a good time together. :thumbsup:

Hi all! So what's happening with everyone? Sorry I haven't been around much but my back has really had me down again and to add insult to injury I developed an ear infection in both inner ears.

Jasper, I'm so sorry to hear you've been under the weather - or should I say under the covers - what a lousy thing to have happen!! I can't even imagine how bad you must've been feeling - I HATE being nauseaus, more than anything in the world. I sure hope you're feeling totally better soon!!

Can somebody help me here? I was too busy emptying rum bottles to remember.

:funny: Note to Jen - don't turn on the rockets... :stop:

Well, it's official - we can move into our rental house whenever we want. Now to just can a solid closing date on our current house - gotta wonder just what it is the mortgage lenders spend their time doing that makes it take so long!!

How was everyone's day today?

alpro2

04-30-2007, 06:45 PM

Alex -- How was Germany? You know Brian will be jealous as all get out! Where were you?
Flew into Frankfurt, meetings in the Manheim area; then an excursion to the Pfalz wine region. Just caught the beginning of Spargel season (white asparagus) too. Anybody like Spargel?

trackbarroness

04-30-2007, 06:58 PM

Hello everyone, did you all miss me? :D
So who ordered the mickey ice cream bars and the cookie ice cream sandwiches? I don't remember who wanted what or if you all wanted the rice crispie(sp) treats so I got a little bit of everyone. So whos' hungry for junk food err I mean yummy food. :D
On a side note my allergies are kicking my bum, so sorry my voice sounds so rough.

Dsnygirl

04-30-2007, 09:45 PM

Hello everyone, did you all miss me?
So who ordered the mickey ice cream bars and the cookie ice cream sandwiches? I don't remember who wanted what or if you all wanted the rice crispie(sp) treats so I got a little bit of everyone. So whos' hungry for junk food err I mean yummy food. :D
On a side note my allergies are kicking my bum, so sorry my voice sounds so rough.

Thank you, thank you!! I believe I was in for a :bar: or :bar: :bar: or :bar: :bar: :bar: ...not to be greedy... are there any left for anyone else?? :blush:
(If not, you can give one away... or two....)

ElenitaB

04-30-2007, 09:50 PM

Welcome home, Jenn!

Okay, should I be freaking out that they didn't do an EKG???? All she did was take 3 vials of blood. [...]

That picture of Ben's birthday cake is amazing! Was that on the cruise? It is amazing!
Don't fret... they probably do an EKG on me because I'm :old: (minus the beard, thank goodness! :blush: )

Yes, that was on the cruise. Any wonder the young man can't wait to go back? (No pun intended but it does work, doesn't it?)

For those of you who have had this or who suffer from Menniere's Disease, you know what that inner ear stuff does to your equilibrium and eventully to your ability to keep your food where it belongs.

I have been unable to raise my head off the pillow without :ack: :ack: :ack: since last Wednesday!

I am starting to feel a little better, but until the ears clear all they can do is keep feeding me nausea meds.
Oh, Jasper, I'm so sorry. My uncle has Menniere's and it's no fun at all. And unrelenting nausea is just an awful thing to deal with. Hope you keep ahead of it with your meds.

Hello everyone, did you all miss me? :D
So who ordered the mickey ice cream bars and the cookie ice cream sandwiches? I don't remember who wanted what or if you all wanted the rice crispie(sp) treats so I got a little bit of everyone. So whos' hungry for junk food err I mean yummy food. :D
On a side note my allergies are kicking my bum, so sorry my voice sounds so rough.
Sandy, the ice cream (hold the chocolate, hold the cookies) will be for Deb on Thursday following her surgery Wednesday. The rice crispie treats are for the rest of us to keep our energy up so that we can take care of our recovering JQ cohorts. Sorry your allergies have kicked in... just think, now that all those Intercoters are making their way home, you'll be able to rest your voice more at work.

Where is everyone else? It's been awfully quiet around here.