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Beast_fanatic

11-14-2007, 12:07 AM

Only if I can hitch a ride with Rhonda. Its not a short drive for me (approx 4 hours, depending on what part of SA you want to meet at!)

Just how fast do you drive?

Has anyone missed me? Leave it to Rhonda to get me back in the game!

Of course we've missed you!

By the way, Morgan isn't feeling too well, so if you have a little :pixie:, pass it along to her please!

Eye Dr. went well, all things considered. We're watching for signs of a detached retina that may or may not happen. I've got some of the warning signs, but everything's stable so far and odds are that it will work out all right. [sighs again] I refuse to say "What next?" because if I do, I'll find out what's next. Can that quoted part count as my question?

Glad to hear that you're "stable". And, since it was your own question, we'll let the quoted part count. ;)

Ken glad it went well. I think (but am not sure) that the rule against quotes is if you quote someone on the thread. Not a "quote" that you type yourself. However Rhonda will likely let us know.

That would be correct. :thumbsup:

Oh my! I need to come up with a question...hmmm... if I type a bunch of mumbo jumbo and put a question mark after the words do you think anyone would notice it's not really a question?

Yes.

dc sdcfso sdkisdfjnsido wsefiwej weifjwepcn ghwe seiwefwe fwe?

:nono:

Are repeat questions allowed to be asked?

Well, people do it all the time, but I don't like to encourage it...

1. Rhonda says an emphatic no. (Can you tell I tried?)

2. Usually, you don't know until it's too late.

3. Of course we're keeping score. It's just that the scores are on a 'need to know' basis only. Frankie will understand. If someone ever wins, it wll be the end of JQ as we know it. Do you really want to be the cause of that? Do you?

Thanks for filling in for me. You did an excellent job. :high5:

disneydeb

11-14-2007, 06:59 AM

Carol, I know you are getting excited about your trip! (and your birthday):party:

When and where you guys decide to meet next, just let me know. Amy would probably let me drive to Gatlinbug by myself. :D

Pogo,where you and Patti thinking of WDW in April 09? That is about the time we are thinking about takking DGS Gage down for his first trip, but it will probably be later that year maybe fall...

Ellen, When do you think NYC will meet this summer? I might be able to swing it, if I can save enough between now and then.....(just talking to myself again)

Have a great day all....:thumbsup:

Caroleh

11-14-2007, 08:45 AM

Carol, I know you are getting excited about your trip! (and your birthday):party:

Ellen, When do you think NYC will meet this summer? I might be able to swing it, if I can save enough between now and then.....(just talking to myself again)

Have a great day all....:thumbsup:

Excited?:mjump::donald::goofy::tigger: Me? Never!!! :D How come the time is going so slow?

Deb, you could always join us at Darian Lake!!! We'd all enjoy meeting you!!

offwego

11-14-2007, 09:17 AM

Morning all! Pixie dust for you Morgan that you feel better soon.

So do we have coffee today? And how weird is it that I know almost no Abba songs? Do I need lessons or something?

Carol you must be so excited!

disneydrmr

11-14-2007, 09:51 AM

Hi everyone! How's everyone's mornings going? Mine's going pretty well.

I once saw a Moose spray -- It was a Bull and lets just say -- GROSS!

:laughing:

Goodness. Do you mean Di wanted me to put a moose in my purse! Talk about your oversize handbag. Perhaps a smaller soloution?

What - you don't carry one of them huge handbags? The kind that you can fit your kitchen sink into? And hey - if you can't get the moose to spray your attacker you could always then swing your handbag at the person and knock him into next week with said moose in your handbag!

Di, I haven't been able to look at a mechanical pencil all day without giggling.

BTW, the soup is okay and not terribly salty at all. It's just that I've been on almost no salt so the initial taste was a shock. It's good... really. Want to try?

I'm really glad I was able to put a smile on your face. Hopefully that manager will see the humor in it and hire me!

I'll try your soup! Anything's better then the little Lean Cuisine meal I brought for today's lunch!

Okay - from another stock "buyer" - birds? Skin?? Bones??? Gunk???? (should that even be capitalized?) You guys really don't make it sound very appetizing -- easy, yes -- edible? Not so much.... The bay leaves sound good, though...

I couldn't have said it better myself! :D

Just had to share..I received my travel documents today!!!!! Can I go now?

Only if all your homework is done and you cleaned your plate. :D

Did I mention it did look a little like one of my :spy: identities ???

The score is being kept in multiples of humidity divided by the square root of toe jam, less troll hair, on the Dark Side of the Moon on Wednesday's every other Leap Year. All sung to the tune of ABBA's greatest hits. Who has an abacus calculator ???

If it looked like one of your spy identities, then do you think whomever is selling it is one of your spy foes who is trying to blow your cover?

And I thought there was something about belly button lint in the way the score was being kept? Did you overlook that or has the scoring process been changed?

Screen cleaner, please!!! :funny: So - who can even sing one of ABBA's greatest hits??? :blush:

Um, I couldn't even TELL you what one of their greatest hits was, let alone sing it... are you guys REALLY that much older than me?

You, of course, meant an ABBA-cus, correct? By the way, Q wants to know what you did with the porcelain astrolabe.

Um, what else would you do with a porcelain astrolabe then give it to the porcelain god...

Why do toasters have a setting that burns your toast to a horrible crisp, that no human in his right mind would eat?

Didn't you know.. this is the setting you ONLY use when you have houseguests that have overstayed their welcome. It coincides with the 'cold water only' setting on your water heater...

When and where you guys decide to meet next, just let me know. Amy would probably let me drive to Gatlinbug by myself.

Anyone else willing to come to Gatlinburg? Dh and I could leave at like 3 in the morning on a Saturday (in May probably) and get there in time for breakfast.. we'd stay that night and come home on Sunday...

How come the time is going so slow?

Hmmm.. maybe Pogo or Alex poured some molasses on it?

Caroleh

11-14-2007, 09:59 AM

Hi everyone! How's everyone's mornings going? Mine's going pretty well.

Only if all your homework is done and you cleaned your plate. :D

Didn't you know.. this is the setting you ONLY use when you have houseguests that have overstayed their welcome. It coincides with the 'cold water only' setting on your water heater...

Hmmm.. maybe Pogo or Alex poured some molasses on it?

Mine's going great so far, but then I haven't gone to work yet!!!:D I've got bills paid and laundry done. Now I'm heading to the studio to work on Quinn's quilt.

I cleaned my plate, homeworks done, but the sewing isn't...can I still go now?

Ahhhhhh, now I know what to do if the MIL comes to visit when we move. Can I do it the first morning?

That does sound like something those two would do!!!

disneydrmr

11-14-2007, 10:07 AM

I cleaned my plate, homeworks done, but the sewing isn't...can I still go now?

Ahhhhhh, now I know what to do if the MIL comes to visit when we move. Can I do it the first morning?

That does sound like something those two would do!!!

Well, I think your sewing can wait until you return.. should we take a group vote?

:D As far as I'm concerned if a MIL comes to visit after the first MINUTE she has overstayed her welcome! :D

Caroleh

11-14-2007, 11:15 AM

Well, I think your sewing can wait until you return.. should we take a group vote?

:D As far as I'm concerned if a MIL comes to visit after the first MINUTE she has overstayed her welcome! :D

The only problem is that the sewing is things I need to get done, like Quinn's quilt(I just have the binding left), pj bottoms to wear at WDW, and a belly dance outfit I need to wear the Thursday night before I leave. I'm trying to get an arranged sick day off next week.

the MIL comment...:rotfl: Gilles would say the same thing about his mother!!!

What is the opposite of opposite? :confused:

Mickey'sGirl

11-14-2007, 03:01 PM

Hey Everyone! Just a quick zoop before I head off again....

Natalie -- you described gunk very well...and it is something I prefer to be in control of (the same reason I don't like hot dogs if you get my drift....)

I could probably do most of the ABBA hits -- My parents LOVED ABBA, the Bee Gees, Neil Diamond, ELO -- I know 'em all. :sing: Super Trooper, Lights are going to find me, but I don't feel blue....Like I always do...'cause somewhere in the crowd there's you! :sing: .. I actually considered naming Euan "Caroline" if he had been a girl after Neil Diamond's song "Sweet Caroline" Gotta love the 70's!

Di -- Do they play Country Music in Gatlinburg?

Carol -- You can't even start packing until you finish your sewing...do you hear me???

:pixie: for Morgan and a big Hey Howdy Hey to everyone else! Peace to you all! Live long and prosper! :mickey:

disneydrmr

11-14-2007, 03:09 PM

Di -- Do they play Country Music in Gatlinburg?

Some places do, some don't. There's places that play "old timey" music, places that play Gospel, places that play your current pop music.. just depends where you go! There's even a show that is a tribute to Elvis there! Do I need to try harder to sell Gatlinburg as a meeting place? Hmmmm.... "Hey one and all! Come on down to Gatlinburg, a place of beauty! A place of nature! A place where if you decide your friend has gone beyond annoying you can always push him over a mountain top! Yes, Gatlinburg... a place for everyone!" How's that? :D

dlpmikki

11-14-2007, 03:14 PM

Rhonda, I probably shouldn't ask this, but have you looked at Figaro's thread lately and seen what Ken has been up to? :thedolls:

BriarRose0708

11-14-2007, 03:26 PM

Does anyone remember the ABBA movie???

ElenitaB

11-14-2007, 03:36 PM

Busy, busy day... went into the office for a training course and arrived to find the firetrucks there and a huge crowd outside our building (there was a fire on the 8th floor that the sprinklers took care of but whenever the sprinklers activate the elevators shut down... so there I was outside until NY's finest gave the :thumbsup: and reset all the alarms). Training course went well and I'm home again, thank you very much. I even brought back cookies for you all.

Here's a link (http://online.wsj.com/article/SB119500037195592058.html) to a Wall Street Journal I was interviewed for, earlier this week (or was it late last week? :confused:). This isn't the NY Times article though... that's coming out on Sunday (I don't know if I'm more worried about the article or the photo).

Anyway, I have interviews of my own to do today, so I'll catch you all later tonight! Enjoy the cookies!

Dsnygirl

11-14-2007, 05:08 PM

Deb, you could always join us at Darian Lake!!! We'd all enjoy meeting you!!
:razz: I already did meet her, and she's a doll!! :)

Um, I couldn't even TELL you what one of their greatest hits was, let alone sing it... are you guys REALLY that much older than me?

Must be... that, and I also grew up w/ a brother who was 8 years older than me, so my musical experiences consisted of ABBA, Captain & Tenille, the Carpenters, Helen Reddy... and thank God, Billy Joel eventually!! I think that saved me... :cool: (I confess to liking ABBA, though, and I have to listen to the Carpenter's Christmas Album every year... that girl could sing...)

Natalie -- you described gunk very well...and it is something I prefer to be in control of (the same reason I don't like hot dogs if you get my drift....)
:sick: .... and I did like hot dogs...

:pixie: for Morgan and a big Hey Howdy Hey to everyone else! Peace to you all! Live long and prosper! :mickey:
Who put what in your cereal???

Here's a link (http://online.wsj.com/article/SB119500037195592058.html) to a Wall Street Journal I was interviewed for, earlier this week (or was it late last week?). This isn't the NY Times article though... that's coming out on Sunday (I don't know if I'm more worried about the article or the photo).

That's too cool!! Thanks for sharing the link!! Weird to see you there with your last name... I think I tend to forget we all have last names!! :blush:

Thanks for the cookies -- they're going well with my coffee!!

Hope you've all had a good day - I'm off to cook some dinner for the gang, and then back off to work. Anyone staying up late tonight??? :D

BronxTigger

11-14-2007, 06:07 PM

Didn't you know.. this is the setting you ONLY use when you have houseguests that have overstayed their welcome. It coincides with the 'cold water only' setting on your water heater...

Good to know I didn't get burned toast or cold water at Ellen's house last weekend!

Busy, busy day... went into the office for a training course and arrived to find the firetrucks there and a huge crowd outside our building (there was a fire on the 8th floor that the sprinklers took care of but whenever the sprinklers activate the elevators shut down... so there I was outside until NY's finest gave the :thumbsup: and reset all the alarms). Training course went well and I'm home again, thank you very much. I even brought back cookies for you all.

Oooh...exciting morning....the ONE day you actually physically go into work and this happens. Is the 8th floor part of your company? What floor did you go to?

The police gave the thumbs up? And was he FIIIINE or just one of the finest?

That's too cool!! Thanks for sharing the link!! Weird to see you there with your last name... I think I tend to forget we all have last names!! :blush:

Hope you've all had a good day - I'm off to cook some dinner for the gang, and then back off to work. Anyone staying up late tonight??? :D

Haha that's right...we do all have last names. And, it took me awhile to remember we all had FIRST names too. I still call Ellen ElenitaB.

Mickey'sGirl

11-14-2007, 07:12 PM

A place where if you decide your friend has gone beyond annoying you can always push him over a mountain top! Yes, Gatlinburg... a place for everyone!" How's that? :DYou're getting pretty good.... Can it be a place to take your co-workers for a "retreat" and do the same thing????? :D

Does anyone remember the ABBA movie???I believe I was singing from SuperTrooper..... and no, I am not that old (i don't think :confused:)

Here's a link (http://online.wsj.com/article/SB119500037195592058.html) to a Wall Street Journal I was interviewed for, earlier this week Thanks Ellen! I am going to look at this now! :thumbsup:

pogo

11-14-2007, 08:48 PM

Pogo,where you and Patti thinking of WDW in April 09? That is about the time we are thinking about takking DGS Gage down for his first trip, but it will probably be later that year maybe fall...

We are not going in 2008 and if we go in 2009 it will probably be in April to celebrate our anniversary. :D

Hmmm.. maybe Pogo or Alex poured some molasses on it?
Had to be Alex....... I haven't been around in a while. :D

I already did meet her, and she's a doll!!
You are really NOT talking about my Sis, are you ? :shake:

I believe I was singing from SuperTrooper..... and no, I am not that old
No....... you are not cousin..... you are just a baby. :D

ElenitaB

11-14-2007, 08:59 PM

Carol, how many more days? Do you promise to ooh and aah at the castle for us? The video/photos look AMAZING.

I'll try your soup! Anything's better then the little Lean Cuisine meal I brought for today's lunch!
Lean Cuisine meals are a banquet compared to my Jenny Craig ones. :look: They're really good... just small portions.

Hope you've all had a good day - I'm off to cook some dinner for the gang, and then back off to work. Anyone staying up late tonight??? :D
I'll be up working... need to get some stuff out in draft TONIGHT. Help!!!

Oooh...exciting morning....the ONE day you actually physically go into work and this happens. Is the 8th floor part of your company? What floor did you go to?
I went to our conference center on 23. We actually have the whole building (37 floors) except for one and two (well, we have the lobby, of course) and one other floor that used to be the offices of Giuliani & Partners (yes, that Giuliani) and now is rented out. My office (soon to be ex-office as I'm in the process of setting up a formal Flexible Work Arrangment) is on 7. Oh, and Nat, I didn't wear Crocs today. Nothing fancy though... only Dansko closed clogs. And I put on make-up (and wasn't even seeing you-know-who :blush:).

I'm tired. Should I have coffee or will it keep me awake all night?

Caroleh

11-14-2007, 10:25 PM

Carol -- You can't even start packing until you finish your sewing...do you hear me???

Okay Sister, I won't...does this mean I should actually put the hem in those jeans or stay with the safety pins? I wonder what would happen if I wore them to the airport with the pins in them, would they make me take my pants off? I got another day off to get it all done, my arranged sick day!!!

Carol, how many more days? Do you promise to ooh and aah at the castle for us? The video/photos look AMAZING.?

16 more days!!!! I'll ooh and aah for everyone too!! I promise I'll take a picture of the castle for you to see or as Gilles would say, I'll take a dozen pictures of the castle, from every angle, think "Alice's Restaurant"

pjbs35a

11-14-2007, 11:14 PM

You, of course, meant an ABBA-cus, correct? By the way, Q wants to know what you did with the porcelain astrolabe.

Did he look behind the purple door ???

If it looked like one of your spy identities, then do you think whomever is selling it is one of your spy foes who is trying to blow your cover?

All :spy: foes sleep with the fishes.

What's all the ABBA talk ??? Who knew you guys were familiar with the Altuna Boys Banjo Aces band ???

Beast_fanatic

11-14-2007, 11:21 PM

Anyone else willing to come to Gatlinburg? Dh and I could leave at like 3 in the morning on a Saturday (in May probably) and get there in time for breakfast.. we'd stay that night and come home on Sunday...

Mapquest says Gatlinburg is 13 1/2 hours away from me. :(

Rhonda, I probably shouldn't ask this, but have you looked at Figaro's thread lately and seen what Ken has been up to? :thedolls:

Do you mean the 'Where's Figaro' thread? Nope, I haven't been in there lately... just what has Ken been up to? Guess I'd better go check it out.

ElenitaB

11-14-2007, 11:24 PM

Blythe, how's your night going?

Ken, you better take cover. Do you have your anti-:nono: force shield up?

Dsnygirl

11-15-2007, 03:27 AM

You are really NOT talking about my Sis, are you ? :shake:

I am!! She's great!! :) Why would you think differently?? :D

Oh, and Nat, I didn't wear Crocs today. Nothing fancy though... only Dansko closed clogs. And I put on make-up (and wasn't even seeing you-know-who :blush:).

I'm tired. Should I have coffee or will it keep me awake all night?
Who's "you know who :blush:"????? And you musn't have chosen coffee, or you'd be up with me... :(

Blythe, how's your night going?

Well, seeing as this is the first free moment I've had to check in, I thinnk you get the idea. It was a madhouse when I arrived - every bed full, folks in the waiting room w/o a bed for them. We often have 5 or 6 - maybe even 7 deliveries from 3-11pm... we had 15!! :crazy:
It's better now, but still busy.

Well, I'm off... see you all tomorrow when I get up. (If I get up... who's got the afternoon coffee???)

Natazu

11-15-2007, 03:37 AM

How about a meet for Breakfast at the Pancake Pantry in Gatlinburg, Tenn? I'll be happy to make the 40 minute drive for a pancake meet.

Again, I vote for breakfast at the Pancake Pantry in Gatlinburg, Tenn... Hey Jym - wanna back me up on this one?
The Smoky Mountain Festival of Lights is awfully pretty. It's like Osborne Lights light.

Di -- Do they play Country Music in Gatlinburg?
I got this one.
Dead cats swung: 10
# country songs hit: 11 (duet with Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers)

pogo

11-15-2007, 07:13 AM

I am!! She's great!! :) Why would you think differently?? :D

All little Sisters are pests. Why would she be any different ? :D

I got this one.
Dead cats swung: 10
# country songs hit: 11 (duet with Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers)

And yet another good reason to drive the 14 plus hours to Gatlinburg ! :shake:

alpro2

11-15-2007, 07:14 AM

Zooping (I can't believe I just used that word) in to say hi.

Spent the entire day yesterday in 3 airports (Newark, Toronto, Cleveland) before landing in O'Hare at 11:00 PM. Ah, the joys of travel.

What's all this about pouring molasses? ;)

pogo

11-15-2007, 07:15 AM

MauiMouse

11-15-2007, 08:00 AM

Caroleh

11-15-2007, 08:01 AM

Spent the entire day yesterday in 3 airports (Newark, Toronto, Cleveland) before landing in O'Hare at 11:00 PM. Ah, the joys of travel.

What's all this about pouring molasses? ;)

And you didn't call, geesh.:humph:

Could you please stop pouring molasses on my days? I want to go to WDW, now!!!

pogo

11-15-2007, 08:38 AM

drummerboy

11-15-2007, 08:41 AM

That's too cool!! Thanks for sharing the link!! Weird to see you there with your last name... I think I tend to forget we all have last names!! :blush:
Seeing last names is funny, isn't it? Cool article Ellen.

Did he look behind the purple door ???
Q says thank you.

Been reading for a little while lately.
Can anyone join this gathering?
Yup. All you need are questions and cookies. Welcome.

pogo

11-15-2007, 08:53 AM

Yup. All you need are questions and cookies. Welcome. Oh..... we also forgot to tell you that you have to host a "new comer" party at your house on the second Saturday that you are a member. You furnish all the drinks and food and we come trash your house. ;)

Still want to join ? :D

Christine

11-15-2007, 09:09 AM

I'm not even going to attempt to catch up! :crazy:

Hello all! After two weeks of family in town, soccer games, birthday parties, etc, etc, etc, I think I am about to slow down a bit.

I hope everyone is doing well!

Any big news lately?

disneydrmr

11-15-2007, 09:18 AM

Hey! I see a weekend coming! Everyone ready for it?

Busy, busy day... went into the office for a training course and arrived to find the firetrucks there and a huge crowd outside our building (there was a fire on the 8th floor that the sprinklers took care of but whenever the sprinklers activate the elevators shut down... so there I was outside until NY's finest gave the :thumbsup: and reset all the alarms). Training course went well and I'm home again, thank you very much. I even brought back cookies for you all.

Here's a link (http://online.wsj.com/article/SB119500037195592058.html) to a Wall Street Journal I was interviewed for, earlier this week (or was it late last week? . This isn't the NY Times article though... that's coming out on Sunday (I don't know if I'm more worried about the article or the photo).
!

Wow! What an exciting start to your day! Anytime you get to see your city's FINEST is a good day! :D (did any of them have their shirts off like they do in the calenders? :D)

Great article! Can't wait to see the NY Times one! Will you be able to link that one too?

and I did like hot dogs...

Well... I had a chili cheese coney for lunch yesterday and even with all the 'gunk' in it .. it still tasted pretty darn good!

You're getting pretty good.... Can it be a place to take your co-workers for a "retreat" and do the same thing?????

Oooohhh... THAT's a good idea! I'll add that to my campaign! Think of all the corporate business I could drum up! Wanna join my campaign team?

Had to be Alex....... I haven't been around in a while.

Actually I think you've been around a bit more than Alex has been... hmmm.. did you perhaps pour molasses on him in an effort to keep him from the boards?

Lean Cuisine meals are a banquet compared to my Jenny Craig ones. They're really good... just small portions.

WOW! If those Jenny Craig ones are smaller than the Lean Cuisine ones I have I gotta wonder how those on the JC diet stay alive! Too me those Lean Cuisine meals are tiny! I usually add a salad or something to them just to feel full.

I got another day off to get it all done, my arranged sick day!!!

16 more days!!!! I'll ooh and aah for everyone too!! I promise I'll take a picture of the castle for you to see or as Gilles would say, I'll take a dozen pictures of the castle, from every angle, think "Alice's Restaurant"

So, did you tell your company you would have the flu that day? A cold? Strep throat? What sickness did you arrange to arrive on that exact day?

Those 16 days will fly by for you and your trip will be here before you know it! You are planning to ride Stitch's ride for me and tell him I said hello - right?

What's all the ABBA talk ??? Who knew you guys were familiar with the Altuna Boys Banjo Aces band ???

OH! Is that the ABBA they were talking about? Well.... I do know them! Didn't they have a #1 hit in 1977? I think it was called "Banjo Mia" or something like that.

Mapquest says Gatlinburg is 13 1/2 hours away from me.

And your point is? :D That's still less than a day's drive... and it's MUCH closer than NY or Canada!

Well, seeing as this is the first free moment I've had to check in, I thinnk you get the idea. It was a madhouse when I arrived - every bed full, folks in the waiting room w/o a bed for them. We often have 5 or 6 - maybe even 7 deliveries from 3-11pm... we had 15!! :crazy:
It's better now, but still busy.

So, how many deliveries occured in the waiting room? Glad you survived the night! Sounds like it was a crazy one!

I'll be happy to make the 40 minute drive for a pancake meet.

The Smoky Mountain Festival of Lights is awfully pretty. It's like Osborne Lights light.

I've been to see the Lights 3 different times and they are beautiful! But I was thinking maybe we could do this in May? That would give my dh and I some time to put some money aside.. plus that's when the bears come out! This past May when we went we saw several mama bears with their cubs - was AWESOME! Also in May the Park Vista offers $49 rooms. And they have an AWESOME indoor pool! Who else is on board for this? Ken? Think your RV could make the trip to the Smokies? Scott? You and your family could come to me and dh's house the night before and you could travel with us if you'd like?

All little Sisters are pests. Why would she be any different ?

And yet another good reason to drive the 14 plus hours to Gatlinburg !

MY little sister is NOT a pest! In fact, she's one of my best friends!

Um, the ONLY reason you need to focus on in deciding to make the 14 plus hour trip to Gatlinburg is that it would be to meet several of you JQ friends! The Smokies may not have Niagara Falls, but they do have some really beautiful ones of their own!

Zooping (I can't believe I just used that word) in to say hi.

Spent the entire day yesterday in 3 airports (Newark, Toronto, Cleveland) before landing in O'Hare at 11:00 PM. Ah, the joys of travel.

What's all this about pouring molasses? ;)

Hi Alex! Glad to see you aren't covered in and stuck in a molasses trap! Did you have any Gold Star Chili while you were in Cleveland? Glad you made it home finally and safely!

Howdy!

Been reading for a little while lately. I had to see what happened at the Falls meet and check out those great photos. Hopefully next time I can make the meet.

Can anyone join this gathering?

Yup. All you need are questions and cookies. Welcome.

And the occassional extra strength Tylenol for the headaches that Alex and Pogo are sure to give you! :D Welcome to this happy and loony thread!

pogo

11-15-2007, 09:41 AM

Hello all! After two weeks of family in town, soccer games, birthday parties, etc, etc, etc, I think I am about to slow down a bit.
Welcome back. We've missed you.

Actually I think you've been around a bit more than Alex has been... hmmm.. did you perhaps pour molasses on him in an effort to keep him from the boards? :shake: Not me. I like Alex....... er.... sort of !:D

MY little sister is NOT a pest! In fact, she's one of my best friends!
But.... is she a pain in the neck like my virtual Little Sister is ? :D

Um, the ONLY reason you need to focus on in deciding to make the 14 plus hour trip to Gatlinburg is that it would be to meet several of you JQ friends! The Smokies may not have Niagara Falls, but they do have some really beautiful ones of their own!
The reason the Falls were picked was for the central location for everyone that said they wanted to come.

Hi Alex! Glad to see you aren't covered in and stuck in a molasses trap! Did you have any Gold Star Chili while you were in Cleveland? Glad you made it home finally and safely!Me too Alex. :D

And the occassional extra strength Tylenol for the headaches that Alex and Pogo are sure to give you!

Are you saying I give you headaches ? Not me.... I'd never do that to you. :fingers: :D

disneydrmr

11-15-2007, 10:04 AM

But.... is she a pain in the neck like my virtual Little Sister is ? :D

The reason the Falls were picked was for the central location for everyone that said they wanted to come.

Are you saying I give you headaches ? Not me.... I'd never do that to you. :fingers: :D

Nope, my little sister is NOT a pain in the neck at all! She's funny, she's bright, she's great to be around! If you would come to Gatlinburg in the Spring I'm sure you would get to meet her and judge for yourself! And I BET you would want to adopt her as a little sister!

I know....all you upper state people are able to get together like that... but I know of MANY of us lower staters that wanted to meet all of you also and Niagara Falls wasn't quite a central location for us...

Actually I considered the Falls as a place for DH and I to go to celebrate our 15 year anniversary next November... BUT... the cold, the fact that the Maid doesn't run and now our finanaces will keep us from doing that. I do want to go there someday and when I do I hope some of you can meet me there for a meal!

No, re-read what I wrote.. no where did I say you give ME headaches.. I said you might give the NEW people headaches! :D

Hey - I'm gonna be applying for a job at Cracker Barrel...think I should use the "you can stab your friend" angle during my interview?

Mickey'sGirl

11-15-2007, 10:06 AM

Mapquest says Gatlinburg is 13 1/2 hours away from me. :(I can't get beyond it sounding like the Gatlin brothers...and it makes me shudder (no offense intended -- but hey, I'm a northern really big city girl)

What's all this about pouring molasses? ;)Wasn't it Paul Bunyon who poured Molasses and peanuts into the Ottawa River and discovered Peanut Brittle? (Tall Tales a unit in Grade 4 language in the 1970's)

And did you have lunch with our Toronto "JQ" bunch ? :DNope...he deliberately ditched us yet again, Cousin. I am developing a complex.

Howdy!Can anyone join this gathering?Hey Howdy Hey Mary! Glad to see you!

Hello all! After two weeks of family in town, soccer games, birthday parties, etc, etc, etc, I think I am about to slow down a bit. Glad to see you Christine! :hi:

MY little sister is NOT a pest! In fact, she's one of my best friends!I'm a little sister...and sometimes a pest.:mickey:

offwego

11-15-2007, 10:22 AM

My parents made me go to a Neil Diamond concert. Is that abuse?
[QUOTE=ElenitaB;1474149] Oh, and Nat, I didn't wear Crocs today. Nothing fancy though... only Dansko closed clogs. And I put on make-up (and wasn't even seeing you-know-who Nice article. And sorry about the fire what a fuss that must have caused.
Good luck with the job Di. (please don't use anything with the word spit in it ok?)

BriarRose0708

11-15-2007, 10:26 AM

Good morning! Gee, I've missed a lot! It's been a busy week for me. How's everyone doing? It's almost the weekend!!!

drummerboy

11-15-2007, 10:42 AM

Hey - I'm gonna be applying for a job at Cracker Barrel...think I should use the "you can stab your friend" angle during my interview?
How about "Oh wow, a cracker barrel--you can smash your friend's head into that." Another show of originality. :thedolls: DW and I love to go to Cracker Barrel.

Anybody else in short sleeves today? Looks like the warm front is about to get chased out though.

MauiMouse

11-15-2007, 11:27 AM

Yup. All you need are questions and cookies. Welcome.

How about some lasagna? I've got a slow cooker going right now, should be done around 3pm.

Yes you may ! Did you bring cookies ? :D

Sorry, me bad but I don't like cookie. I know I know who in this world doesn't like cookies.

Oh..... we also forgot to tell you that you have to host a "new comer" party at your house on the second Saturday that you are a member. You furnish all the drinks and food and we come trash your house. ;)

Still want to join ? :D

Sure, but it's my parents house, I can always just sent you outside with all those duck hunters.

Well... I had a chili cheese coney for lunch yesterday and even with all the 'gunk' in it .. it still tasted pretty darn good!

And the occassional extra strength Tylenol for the headaches that Alex and Pogo are sure to give you! :D Welcome to this happy and loony thread!

Love a good coney dog, haven't had one in a super long time.

Yup, have teh Tylenol on hand so that won't be a problem.

How's everyone's Thursday going?

offwego

11-15-2007, 11:32 AM

Sorry, me bad but I don't like cookie. I know I know who in this world doesn't like cookies.

Well Alex & Scott & Pogo & Ken will be glad to hear this. More for them. Thursday is good except I have a cocktail do to get to tonight and I'll miss Survivor. So I also get to spend the day all dressed up as well. Is that fun for anyone?

disneydrmr

11-15-2007, 12:38 PM

I can't get beyond it sounding like the Gatlin brothers...and it makes me shudder (no offense intended -- but hey, I'm a northern really big city girl)
Wasn't it Paul Bunyon who poured Molasses and peanuts into the Ottawa River and discovered Peanut Brittle? (Tall Tales a unit in Grade 4 language in the 1970's)

So you saying you don't like the mountains and the wide open spaces?

I did a search on Paul Bunyan and was not able to find ANYTHING that mentioned him discovering peanut brittle. But it does sound like something he and Babe might've done.

My parents made me go to a Neil Diamond concert. Is that abuse?
Good luck with the job Di. (please don't use anything with the word spit in it ok?)

It's only abuse if they would've made you go to a Barry Manilow concert! :D

Ok, I won't mention spit at all in the interview. Hmmm.. think I should mention that I'm pretty good at cockroach stomping? :D

Good morning! Gee, I've missed a lot! It's been a busy week for me. How's everyone doing? It's almost the weekend!!!

I'm doing well. Sorry you've been so busy. And that weekend can't get here soon enough for me!

How about "Oh wow, a cracker barrel--you can smash your friend's head into that." Another show of originality. :thedolls: DW and I love to go to Cracker Barrel.

Anybody else in short sleeves today? Looks like the warm front is about to get chased out though.

THAT's a good one Ken! Have you ever thought about being a job counselor? You could help people prepare for job interviews and such! How about "Hey! A cracker barrel... why don't you take it up to Niagara Falls and see the falls up close and personal?" :thedolls: It's one of our favorite places to eat also!

Short sleeves? You are in short sleeves? It's FREEZING here! And we were having snow flurries earlier! How many more days until spring?

How about some lasagna? I've got a slow cooker going right now, should be done around 3pm.

Love a good coney dog, haven't had one in a super long time.

How's everyone's Thursday going?

YUM! Lasagna in the crock pot sounds good! Would you share that recipe? If so you can post it over in the water cooler in the Cooking With Intercot thread! Everyone is always asking for slow cooker recipes and this is the time of year that most of us use ours! Would be wonderful to come home to some homemade lasagna!

If you are ever in Ohio I will treat you to a cheese coney at Gold Star Chili and also at Skyline Chili - ok?

My Thursday is going. Again, not fast enough...

Well Alex & Scott & Pogo & Ken will be glad to hear this. More for them. Thursday is good except I have a cocktail do to get to tonight and I'll miss Survivor. So I also get to spend the day all dressed up as well. Is that fun for anyone?

No, that's not fun. Let me come to work in a comfy pair of pants and an oversized sweater and I'm happy. If I had to dress up everyday I'd go nuts.

drummerboy

11-15-2007, 12:53 PM

How about some lasagna? I've got a slow cooker going right now, should be done around 3pm.
Look for my car at 2:55.

Ok, I won't mention spit at all in the interview. Hmmm.. think I should mention that I'm pretty good at cockroach stomping? :D
Only if it's a southern Cracker Barrel.

1. THAT's a good one Ken! Have you ever thought about being a job counselor? You could help people prepare for job interviews and such! How about "Hey! A cracker barrel... why don't you take it up to Niagara Falls and see the falls up close and personal?" :thedolls: It's one of our favorite places to eat also!

2. Short sleeves? You are in short sleeves? It's FREEZING here! And we were having snow flurries earlier! How many more days until spring?
1. Hmmm. Job counselor. Do you read Dilbert? Sounds like a job for Dogbert.

2. Good reason to apply at a southern Cracker Barrel and use your stomping skills.

offwego

11-15-2007, 01:03 PM

It's only abuse if they would've made you go to a Barry Manilow concert!
Ok, I won't mention spit at all in the interview. Hmmm.. think I should mention that I'm pretty good at cockroach stomping? No, that's not fun. Let me come to work in a comfy pair of pants and an oversized sweater and I'm happy. If I had to dress up everyday I'd go nuts.

Would Nana Mouskuri do? (not sure on the spelling that particular torture)

What shoes will you be wearing for the stomping? We need to be sure we are talking about the right thing here.
And my work wear doesn't run much to oversize sweaters. (the odd pair of dress pants but I admit it's more skirts than slacks).

Mickey'sGirl

11-15-2007, 01:04 PM

So you saying you don't like the mountains and the wide open spaces?

I did a search on Paul Bunyan and was not able to find ANYTHING that mentioned him discovering peanut brittle. But it does sound like something he and Babe might've done.I like the mountains and wide open spaces -- for a limited time. I honestly miss the hustle and bustle of the city and all it has to offer. I love the chaos and commotion and clutter and cacophony and convenience of the city (How's that for alliteration??:D).... I would love to meet you for pancakes though...Do they have blueberry syrup?

I am glad you did the Paul Bunyon querry -- Euan has a Paul Bunyon book with sound buttons on it... I can hear him greeting the other loggers with a "Hi-i-i Guyyyyyys"...It's pretty cute. Maybe it was Pecos Bill??

I'm thinking I would like to make some crock-pot chili .... last night I made a Sultana Cake to bring in for my English boss.... it is now gone, and people are happy. Life is good. :D

ElenitaB

11-15-2007, 02:37 PM

Hello, Mary! Welcome to our crazy corner! :hug: Lasagna just might be a nice change for cookies. JQ just might end up turning into a potluck though.

Hi, Christine! Are you surviving the family visit? Are they spoiling Olivia sufficiently?

Well, seeing as this is the first free moment I've had to check in, I thinnk you get the idea. It was a madhouse when I arrived - every bed full, folks in the waiting room w/o a bed for them. We often have 5 or 6 - maybe even 7 deliveries from 3-11pm... we had 15!!

Well, I'm off... see you all tomorrow when I get up. (If I get up... who's got the afternoon coffee???)
Reminds me of when I had Ben... same deal: women in the halls, babies being delivered in the ER, etc.

Just got home from treatment, so there's a fresh pot of coffee and also just took a tray of cookies out of the oven. Want some?

Hey! I see a weekend coming! Everyone ready for it?

Wow! What an exciting start to your day! Anytime you get to see your city's FINEST is a good day! :D (did any of them have their shirts off like they do in the calenders?
It was way too cold out. I actually felt bad for those who had snuck out for a smoke and then ended up stranded out in the cold with no jackets.

We're ready for the weekend! It's Ben's 12 birthday on Saturday. I can't believe how fast he's growing up (I've been very emotional this week... lots of November memories: good and bad).

So who wants a warm chocolate chip cookie?

P.S. O'Hare isn't home for Alex.

disneydrmr

11-15-2007, 02:39 PM

Only if it's a southern Cracker Barrel.

1. Hmmm. Job counselor. Do you read Dilbert? Sounds like a job for Dogbert.

2. Good reason to apply at a southern Cracker Barrel and use your stomping skills.

Oh no... I wouldn't wanna be a stomper in a southern Cracker Barrel.. those ones in the south are big enough to stomp me! Nope, I'll stick to the ones in this area.. much smaller, less messy and unlikely to be able to carry me away.

Yep! I like Dilbert! And you are right.. that sounds like something Dogbert would instruct someone to say!

What shoes will you be wearing for the stomping? We need to be sure we are talking about the right thing here.

I believe the proper stomping shoes would be something thick and heavy, and easy to clean. Wouldn't you agree?

I like the mountains and wide open spaces -- for a limited time. I honestly miss the hustle and bustle of the city and all it has to offer. I love the chaos and commotion and clutter and cacophony and convenience of the city (How's that for alliteration??:D).... I would love to meet you for pancakes though...Do they have blueberry syrup?

I am glad you did the Paul Bunyon querry -- Euan has a Paul Bunyon book with sound buttons on it... I can hear him greeting the other loggers with a "Hi-i-i Guyyyyyys"...It's pretty cute. Maybe it was Pecos Bill??

I'm thinking I would like to make some crock-pot chili .... last night I made a Sultana Cake to bring in for my English boss.... it is now gone, and people are happy. Life is good. :D

I'm not sure if they have blueberry syrup as I always get the crepes and DH gets the french toast which comes with this wonderful cinnamany syrup... but the food is to die for! Jym I'm sure will back me up with that! Awesome alliteration!

Ok, I've googled Pecos Bill and there's nothing about him discovering peanut brittle either... are you SURE you didn't just dream this up after a night of eating too much pizza way too late? :D

Ok, you got me curious.. what's a Sultana Cake?

Mickey'sGirl

11-15-2007, 02:50 PM

Just got home from treatment, so there's a fresh pot of coffee and also just took a tray of cookies out of the oven. Want some?I hope all went well Ellen! I'll take a cookie please (they are the calorie free virtual ones of course?)

Ok, I've googled Pecos Bill and there's nothing about him discovering peanut brittle either... are you SURE you didn't just dream this up after a night of eating too much pizza way too late? :D

Ok, you got me curious.. what's a Sultana Cake?Perhaps I did...I'll have to ask my mom. She knows everything.

Sultana cake is raisin cake -- really easy.

8 oz (1 cup or 1/2 lb) of unsalted butter
1 cup white sugar
4 eggs, added one at a time
1 c flour
1 c self-raising flour
1 cup of Sultana raisins

Bake in a loaf pan at 375 for 1/2 hour, then for another hour at 325. Delish! Aren't you glad you asked?

disneydrmr

11-15-2007, 03:03 PM

Just got home from treatment, so there's a fresh pot of coffee and also just took a tray of cookies out of the oven. Want some?

We're ready for the weekend! It's Ben's 12 birthday on Saturday. I can't believe how fast he's growing up (I've been very emotional this week... lots of November memories: good and bad).

I also hope your treatment went well. I'll skip the coffee but those cookies fresh from the oven sound yummy!

Happy Birthday :birthday: to Ben! Do you have something special planned for the birthday boy?

Sultana cake is raisin cake -- really easy.

8 oz (1 cup or 1/2 lb) of unsalted butter
1 cup white sugar
4 eggs, added one at a time
1 c flour
1 c self-raising flour
1 cup of Sultana raisins

Bake in a loaf pan at 375 for 1/2 hour, then for another hour at 325. Delish! Aren't you glad you asked?

Ok, what's Sultana raisins? Is that just a name brand? You have flour on there twice... do you have to have the self rising - or can I just use 2 cups of all purpose flour?

alpro2

11-15-2007, 03:54 PM

P.S. O'Hare isn't home for Alex.
Good catch, Ellen. I am currently sitting in O'Hare waiting to get back to Newark. Can anybody say D-E-L-A-Y?

Christine

11-15-2007, 04:45 PM

I am currently sitting in O'Hare waiting to get back to Newark. Can anybody say D-E-L-A-Y?

I think so..."D-E-L-A-Y". There.

And to answer your question Ellen, I just got all my family sent back home, and Olivia was MORE than spoiled! A new Coach purse, new tv, 3 Wii games, money, outfits from Limited Too and Abercrombie, shoes, more money...

Why didn't I get spoiled like that when I was her age?

pjbs35a

11-15-2007, 06:48 PM

Anybody seen my car ??? While on a :spy: mission in Moscow I stopped for a bite and look what happened !!!

Thieves steal $777,000 car as owner dines.

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Thieves have stolen a Maybach luxury limousine worth 530,000 euro ($777,000) while the car's owner had dinner in a Moscow restaurant, Russian media reported Wednesday.

Thieves bundled the owner's chauffeur into the back seat and threatened to kill him, the Kommersant newspaper reported. The driver was later abandoned outside Moscow's ring road.

Police said they suspected the car was stolen to order by a special gang for sale in Kazakhstan or Ukraine.

The Maybach has been adopted as the ultimate status symbol by Russia's super-rich. There are only a few dozen in Russia and this was the first case of one being stolen, the daily said.

Caroleh

11-15-2007, 07:06 PM

Are you saying I give you headaches ? Not me.... I'd never do that to you. :fingers: :D

Do you really want her to answer that?:D

We're ready for the weekend! It's Ben's 12 birthday on Saturday. I can't believe how fast he's growing up (I've been very emotional this week... lots of November memories: good and bad).

Happy Birthday, Ben!!!!

Hey! I see a weekend coming! Everyone ready for it?

So, did you tell your company you would have the flu that day? A cold? Strep throat? What sickness did you arrange to arrive on that exact day?

Those 16 days will fly by for you and your trip will be here before you know it! You are planning to ride Stitch's ride for me and tell him I said hello - right?

I have Friday off, but have to work Saturday. :(

Nope, just told my supervisor I need to get sewing done before my trip and I'm using a sick day. :D She's going on a cruise the same week I'm going to WDW and she's said she needs to do the same thing!!! She knows I take or even ask for very little time off, so she never argues with me. If she said I couldn't take a sick day, then I'd use either a vacation day or my mental health day.

Sorry, Di, I don't like SGE, but if I see him I'll say hello for you!!!

Dsnygirl

11-15-2007, 07:29 PM

Hi guys! Hope you're all having a good Thursday... mine's not too good, as I only slept for about 3 1/2 hrs (I usually shoot for 6 if I'm not going back to work... :() and woke up with a raging toothache!! I have no idea where it came from, but it took 800mg Motrin and 1000 mg Tylenol to get it better - and I can still sort-of feel it!! I'm hoping it disappears completely... I am a total scaredy-cat when it comes to the dentist, and I really don't want to have to (or have the time to) go visiting one. :hide: :scared: It's never happened before, so I'm just crossing my fingers. Can someone send me some magic :pixie:, please???

Zooping (I can't believe I just used that word) in to say hi.

Looks good on you, though!! :D
Are you home safely yet?? Sorry to hear about the D-E-L-A-Y to Newark!! Was it weather? It's raining like crazy here...

Howdy!

Been reading for a little while lately. I had to see what happened at the Falls meet and check out those great photos. Hopefully next time I can make the meet.

Can anyone join this gathering?
Absolutely!! Since you don't care for cookies, you can just leave them out for everyone, and don't worry about the crumbs... nothing lasts long around here!! Welcome!!

Where in Michigan are you?

So, how many deliveries occured in the waiting room? Glad you survived the night! Sounds like it was a crazy one!

Luckily, none... but we did have one lady have her baby 6 minutes after she got off the elevator. A little too close for comfort, if you ask me!! :crazy:

I'm a little sister...and sometimes a pest.
Me, too... but I would never dream of being a pest!! Just ask my DB!! :blush:

My parents made me go to a Neil Diamond concert. Is that abuse?

Yup!! Have you gotten over it yet???

It's only abuse if they would've made you go to a Barry Manilow concert!

Hey now!! My DH took me as a gift for Mother's Day years & years ago -- and I really wanted to go!! Poor guy... I'm not sure he's gotten over it yet!! (Another side effect of growing up with a brother 8 yrs older... I still love Barry... :blush:)

Just got home from treatment, so there's a fresh pot of coffee and also just took a tray of cookies out of the oven.
So who wants a warm chocolate chip cookie?

I'd love some... maybe the chocolate and caffeine could nip the rest of this ache in the bud.
I'm hoping your treatment went well and you're feeling okay!

And to answer your question Ellen, I just got all my family sent back home, and Olivia was MORE than spoiled! A new Coach purse, new tv, 3 Wii games, money, outfits from Limited Too and Abercrombie, shoes, more money...

Why didn't I get spoiled like that when I was her age?
Wow!! Can your parents adopt my girls?Actually -- can they adopt me??? Sounds like you all had a nice time together... that's awesome. Glad to see you back online - you've been missed!!

Hope everyone's having a good night... I think I'll be turning in early... we have a breakfast at Julia's school at 8am. Yawn!! See you all a bit later...

ElenitaB

11-15-2007, 07:45 PM

Before I forget (again :rolleyes:)... Morgan, how are you feeling? Any better? Do you need chicken soup? And here's some :pixie:!

I hope all went well Ellen! I'll take a cookie please (they are the calorie free virtual ones of course?)
They are on your end... wish I could say the same for my end.

Happy Birthday :birthday: to Ben! Do you have something special planned for the birthday boy?
I'm taking several of his friends to see Mr. Margoriums' Wonder Emporium. Should be fun! And if I'm feeling well enough on Sunday, we'll go out to the suburbs to visit my folks (and maybe go to Dave & Buster's).

Good catch, Ellen. I am currently sitting in O'Hare waiting to get back to Newark. Can anybody say D-E-L-A-Y?
Ugh... the weather has been awful today. Hope you made it home safe and sound.

And to answer your question Ellen, I just got all my family sent back home, and Olivia was MORE than spoiled! A new Coach purse, new tv, 3 Wii games, money, outfits from Limited Too and Abercrombie, shoes, more money...

Why didn't I get spoiled like that when I was her age?
Me too! In fact, I'm not even getting spoiled like that at my age or anywhere in between (and that's covering a LOT of ground :old:)! A new Coach purse sure would be nice! :cloud9: Which Wii games did she get?

I'm getting Ben HSM: Sing It and Season III of Doctor Who for his birthday. Just ordered 30 cupcakes for tomorrow (for his class and the teachers/staff).

Sorry, Di, I don't like SGE, but if I see him I'll say hello for you!!!
You really don't mean that, do you? (Di just might faint if she reads that.)

So who wants a cupcake tomorrow for Ben's birthday?

Mickey'sGirl

11-15-2007, 07:52 PM

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Thieves have stolen a Maybach luxury limousine worth 530,000 euro ($777,000) while the car's owner had dinner in a Moscow restaurant, Russian media reported Wednesday. Did you see that special about these cars on Discovery last night? Some of them are worth over 1 MILLION DOLLARS!! Could you imagine spending that on something that could be totalled by a pothole???!

Luckily, none... but we did have one lady have her baby 6 minutes after she got off the elevator. A little too close for comfort, if you ask me!!Actually that is a little longer than I was at the hospital when I had Euan. 10 minutes between leaving home and holding him. :whew:

:hi: Christine! I hope you enjoyed your time with your family!

:hi: Alex -- happy layovering! :confused:

Hey Carol -- we're nearly out of dog chow....and need to know how to get some more!

Di -- self raising flour has baking soda and baking powder already blended in (and I just checked the bag for proportions, but there weren't any) -- you couldn't do a straight exchange, but I imagine you could do 2 cups of flour and then 1 tsp of each soda and powder......

and.... HAPPY BIRTHDAY BEN! :darth: :yoda: May the force be with you!! Ellen are you getting them from a fancy cupcake shop? My BinL got 2 dozen for my sister's 40th birthday in September and it cost $125! He just about croaked! They were really good, however..... You gotta let me know about the movie. I really really really love Dustin Hoffman

disneydrmr

11-15-2007, 08:16 PM

Hey everyone! Day two of my birthday trip report is posted in the DLR section! Is anyone interested in how this day went? If so, head on over there and read up!

Caroleh

11-15-2007, 08:26 PM

Hey Carol -- we're nearly out of dog chow....and need to know how to get some more!

Ah, Puppy Chow..we still have a little left. Do you want the recipe? It's really easy!!! Natalie, how did William like it?

Natazu

11-15-2007, 09:42 PM

How about some lasagna? I've got a slow cooker going right now, should be done around 3pm. Now that's the way to come into the thread, with lasagna. Aloha Mary!

Anybody seen my car ??? While on a :spy: mission in Moscow I stopped for a bite and look what happened !!!

Thieves steal $777,000 car as owner dines.
I couldn't even get half that for it. You can buy it back for $500k, comrade.

My parents made me go to a Neil Diamond concert. Is that abuse? Abuse is the record $150 million divorce settlement he had to pay in 1969. Adjusted for inflation, that would be $839,766,036 today. Feel better?

Christine

11-15-2007, 10:51 PM

Which Wii games did she get?

Olivia got the soccer one (striker something?), Big Brain Academy, and Mama Cook-off. I stink at all of them so far! :rolleyes:

You know what one I want? Dancing with the Stars! :secret: :blush:

:party:Happy Birthday Ben!!!! :party:

Beast_fanatic

11-16-2007, 12:23 AM

Howdy!

Been reading for a little while lately. I had to see what happened at the Falls meet and check out those great photos. Hopefully next time I can make the meet.

Can anyone join this gathering?

:hi: Mary! Welcome to the wacky world of Just Questions!

Hey! I see a weekend coming! Everyone ready for it?!

Absolutely! Can we start it now? I'm primarily ready for it because it begins the 10 days that I'll be off work! :yay:

And your point is? :D That's still less than a day's drive... and it's MUCH closer than NY or Canada!

Very, very true. And, it's even closer than where I'll be driving for Thanksgiving.

How about some lasagna? I've got a slow cooker going right now, should be done around 3pm.

You can make lasagna in a crockpot? Is it in layers? You really do need to post that one over in the recipes thread in the Water Cooler.

Hope everyone has a good Friday!

trackbarroness

11-16-2007, 05:46 AM

Welcome to our cozy part of the forums. :D
Do you have any left overs?
yes please share the reciepe for the lasagna, sounds yummy. I'm ready for left overs. yum yum.

Nascfan

11-16-2007, 06:13 AM

Is it finally Friday?

So last night was parent-teacher conferences at daughter's high school. Terrible report, just terrible. Her LOWEST average in a class is 97%. All her teachers love her and wish they had 40 more like her. Even teachers she doesn't have like her and want her in their class. Yep, terrible report. ;)

Coffee's on and hot for anyone who needs. Got some hot chocolate for those of us so inclined also.

Have a great day gang! Miss you guys.

Mickey'sGirl

11-16-2007, 08:30 AM

Olivia got the soccer one (striker something?), Big Brain Academy, and Mama Cook-off. I stink at all of them so far! :rolleyes:
What is Mama Cook-off? I am inept when it comes to video games of any sort...but I might be able to handle that one! Santa is bringing a Wii to our house....

Absolutely! Can we start it now? I'm primarily ready for it because it begins the 10 days that I'll be off work! :yay:Very, very true. And, it's even closer than where I'll be driving for Thanksgiving. How did you manage that??? Didn't you just have holidays in October to attend a certain Anniversary celebration??? Where are you going for Thanksgiving?

Even teachers she doesn't have like her and want her in their class. Yep, terrible report. ;)I want her in my class, and I don't even have one!!! Congratulations to your daughter, Scott. You and your DW must be so proud of her.

I brought snow balls this morning! Flurries are all around!

I now have "Sweet Caroline" in my head again...thanks Jym!:thumbsup:

Christine

11-16-2007, 08:56 AM

What is Mama Cook-off? I am inept when it comes to video games of any sort...but I might be able to handle that one! Santa is bringing a Wii to our house....

Mama Cook-Off is where you choose a recipe and prepare all the ingredients (and the bonus is that you get to look like a moron in the process!)
You use the Wii-mote to chop, slice, stir, etc. and have a certain time to do it in. The "host" is some freaky anime girl and the whole thing is terribly stressful to me. It's just WRONG that I can't even cook in the virtual world!

How does everyone's weekend look? We start winter league indoor :soccer: tomorrow. What's that, you say? You thought soccer was over until spring season? SO DID I!!!

Caroleh

11-16-2007, 09:18 AM

I brought snow balls this morning! Flurries are all around!

I now have "Sweet Caroline" in my head again...thanks Jym!:thumbsup:

No flurries here, Jenn. When I read that I went out on the belcony in my pj's to see!!!:D Am I on the right side of the city or is it the hot air from the planes landing and taking off?

Hands, touching hands, reaching out
Touching me, touching you
Oh, sweet Caroline
Good times never seem so good
I've been inclined to believe it never would

Does that help you at all, Sister?

That's wonderful about your DD, Scott!!! You must be really proud of her.

Ellen, did your treatment wear you out so much this time?

Should I be happy we have no kidlets to want a Wii? Or should I tell the DH I want one for my birthday?

offwego

11-16-2007, 09:21 AM

Ah, Puppy Chow..we still have a little left. Do you want the recipe? It's really easy!!! Natalie, how did William like it?
William loved it so if you have a recipe to share that would be lovely.

No..now I had to go see him & I don't have anywhere near that kind of money. How does that help?
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Have a great day gang! Miss you guys. We miss you too! And congrats on your DD's report. That's just wonderful.

. It's just WRONG that I can't even cook in the virtual world!
Wouldn't it be weirder if you could? Then everyone would think you should. Not a good plan. Practice a different game...but don't pick a housework one. Is there a shopping one? You'd beat everyone for sure!

Caroleh

11-16-2007, 09:35 AM

William loved it so if you have a recipe to share that would be lovely.

Here's your recipe, Natalie

Puppy Chow

2 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips
1c. peanut butter
1/2 c. margarine(I use butter, I hate margarine)
1 (17 oz or 350 g)box of Crispix(The last boxes I bought it's now called Crispex Krispies)
4 c. icing(powdered) sugar

Melt chocolate chips, peanut butter and margarine until smooth. Stir often. Combine cereal and chocolate mixture in large bowl until cereal is well coated with the chocolate. Sprinkle icing sugar over cereal mix; stir until well coated.(I usually do a small amount at a time, or I take a large tupperware container with a lid, put all the icing sugar in and shake it..this way is a lot quicker)

Since the US Thanksgiving will be here on Thursday and things are really going to be hectic for me that day, I want to wish all of you a Happy Thanksgiving. I also wanted to add, that since I met a few of you, I'm really thankful that I got a pleasure of meeting you and calling you my friends. I'm really glad I have come across this thread. I wish I could meet more of you. Thank you for being my INTERCOT friends...this means you too, Alex!!!!:D :grouphug:

disneydrmr

11-16-2007, 09:36 AM

Ok everyone - let's put those smiles on our faces and perk up - it's FINALLY FRIDAY! The weekend is here!

Well.. I did not get the job at the bookstore - I failed the personality test :confused: Just don't make sense as I've been in customer service jobs since the day I turned 16! The manager said the same and he did tell me he would be making a fuss to the corporate office to try to get it overturned.. but my thoughts are - they won't overturn it cause if they do it for one they'll have to do it for others... so back to the applying/interviewing board for me...

Good catch, Ellen. I am currently sitting in O'Hare waiting to get back to Newark. Can anybody say D-E-L-A-Y?

Did you make it home yet? Or are you camped out on a bench in O'Hare?

Anybody seen my car ??? While on a :spy: mission in Moscow I stopped for a bite and look what happened !!!

Hmmm.. I just bought one of those yesterday for only $500 from a man in a black trench coat on a street corner. He said it was the hottest car in the European market... think I misunderstood what he meant by hottest? :D

Sorry, Di, I don't like SGE, but if I see him I'll say hello for you!!!

:faint: You don't like SGE???? Well.. just make sure you give him a great big hug from me also - ok?

and woke up with a raging toothache!! I have no idea where it came from, but it took 800mg Motrin and 1000 mg Tylenol to get it better - and I can still sort-of feel it!!
Hey now!! My DH took me as a gift for Mother's Day years & years ago -- and I really wanted to go!! Poor guy... I'm not sure he's gotten over it yet!! (Another side effect of growing up with a brother 8 yrs older... I still love Barry...)

Hope your toothache goes away quickly. :pixie:

My mom LOVES Barry also...we tease her about it too. When she and my sister went out to CA to visit my uncle he took them on a tour and they passed Barry's house. My mom wanted to stop and take pictures so she and my sis went up to his gate. She ended up breaking off a branch of a tree that started on his property but overhung out onto the public area. She and my sis ran to my uncle's car yelling at him to pull away as quickly as possible...

You really don't mean that, do you? (Di just might faint if she reads that.)

Too late! (see above response to Carol)

I think I need one of those birthday cupcakes to help me recover!

Di -- self raising flour has baking soda and baking powder already blended in (and I just checked the bag for proportions, but there weren't any) -- you couldn't do a straight exchange, but I imagine you could do 2 cups of flour and then 1 tsp of each soda and powder......

Ok, now you are making this seemingly easy recipe complicated... maybe one of our local bakeries has a cake I can buy.

Very, very true. And, it's even closer than where I'll be driving for Thanksgiving.

I hope you have a safe trip to whereever you are going!

So last night was parent-teacher conferences at daughter's high school. Terrible report, just terrible. Her LOWEST average in a class is 97%. All her teachers love her and wish they had 40 more like her. Even teachers she doesn't have like her and want her in their class. Yep, terrible report.

Coffee's on and hot for anyone who needs. Got some hot chocolate for those of us so inclined also.

:yay: Yeah Lauren! I TOLD you that you had one VERY SPECIAL young lady for a daughter! Brains, talent, beauty, polite, sweet, yep.. she definitly takes after her mother! :D (hey buddy - I said it just to make sure I beat Pogo and Alex to it!)

I brought snow balls this morning! Flurries are all around!

The ONLY snow balls I want to see are the marshmallow ones - you know - the 'cookie' where you have a giant marshmallow puff sitting on a chocolate cookie base and usually covered with coconut! So if that is not the snow ball you are referring to then you can just take your snow balls back home with you! :D

Mama Cook-Off is where you choose a recipe and prepare all the ingredients (and the bonus is that you get to look like a moron in the process!)
You use the Wii-mote to chop, slice, stir, etc. and have a certain time to do it in. The "host" is some freaky anime girl and the whole thing is terribly stressful to me. It's just WRONG that I can't even cook in the virtual world!

That game sounds like fun! Wish I could afford a Wii.... I've heard you can lose weight by playing with the games since you are standing up and moving around to play the games!

Dsnygirl

11-16-2007, 10:00 AM

Very, very true. And, it's even closer than where I'll be driving for Thanksgiving.

Where are you driving to??? We're off to Buffalo for the holiday -- but only after I work Wed night into Thursday morning. Yawn...
But -- I can't complain, really... double time and a half for 12 hours, go home & sleep while DH packs the car, kids and animals... get up, get chauffered to my holiday dinner... arrive, eat and go back to bed. :blush: And all I've got to do is make a couple pies the day before... not too bad, eh? :D

So last night was parent-teacher conferences at daughter's high school. Terrible report, just terrible. Her LOWEST average in a class is 97%. All her teachers love her and wish they had 40 more like her. Even teachers she doesn't have like her and want her in their class. Yep, terrible report.
Congratulations!! You must be very proud... that, and a great golf game, too. Way to go, dad!! :thumbsup:

I brought snow balls this morning! Flurries are all around!

Ditto... lots of white stuff around here this morning. The girls were SO excited... Dan and I, not so much, although I have to admit, it sure is pretty, and makes me feel the need to go Christmas shopping. Funny how that happens... :gift:

Hands, touching hands, reaching out
Touching me, touching you
Oh, sweet Caroline
Good times never seem so good
I've been inclined to believe it never would

Ugh... must you do that to me?? Now I'll never get it out of my head... I think I need more Tylenol.... ;)

Well.. I did not get the job at the bookstore - I failed the personality test :confused: Just don't make sense as I've been in customer service jobs since the day I turned 16! The manager said the same and he did tell me he would be making a fuss to the corporate office to try to get it overturned.. but my thoughts are - they won't overturn it cause if they do it for one they'll have to do it for others... so back to the applying/interviewing board for me...

Sorry to hear that, Di... they're missing out!! Good luck on your hunt...

Well, the toothache is mostly gone this morning... still a little sore, but hopefully it'll just quit and go away for good.

I posted this over in the WC, but I just had to share - today, we got to have breakfast over at Julia's school to honor kids that had received an Outstanding Citizenship award... and Julia was one of them! We were so thrilled when the letter came home - as you guys know, this is her first year at this school, and we were nervous how she'd adjust - so this is such good news for us! We are so proud of her and how she's doing... it was definitely a day brightener!! (Even though I had to have real clothes on, and not my robe and jammies... :ack:)

So, now I'm home and all dressed... so I guess I'll have to go run some errands!!

Have a great Friday, everyone!! :snowball:

offwego

11-16-2007, 10:48 AM

No white stuff here. I still have roses and snapdragons blooming. Is weather weird or what? Do we have more coffee lying about? I need some extra caffine today.

disneydrmr

11-16-2007, 12:16 PM

But -- I can't complain, really... double time and a half for 12 hours, go home & sleep while DH packs the car, kids and animals... get up, get chauffered to my holiday dinner... arrive, eat and go back to bed. :blush: And all I've got to do is make a couple pies the day before... not too bad, eh? :D

I posted this over in the WC, but I just had to share - today, we got to have breakfast over at Julia's school to honor kids that had received an Outstanding Citizenship award... and Julia was one of them! We were so thrilled when the letter came home - as you guys know, this is her first year at this school, and we were nervous how she'd adjust - so this is such good news for us! We are so proud of her and how she's doing... it was definitely a day brightener!! (Even though I had to have real clothes on, and not my robe and jammies... :ack:)

You know.. you REALLY don't have to make those pies... there's a bakery in your town - isn't there? :D

Congrats to your daughter! How wonderful! Your daughter, Scott's daughter... just shows that we have some wonderful parents hanging out on this thread! :thumbsup:

No white stuff here. I still have roses and snapdragons blooming. Is weather weird or what? Do we have more coffee lying about? I need some extra caffine today.

We have coffee out in our breakroom. How many cups should I get for you? (they are a 8 oz cup) Just be sure you keep the lid on your cup or else our management will scream at you!

offwego

11-16-2007, 02:39 PM

Just be sure you keep the lid on your cup or else our management will scream at you!

Does the lid have your logo on it or something? I'm not sure why they would care...or does it keep the spaghetti out?

disneydrmr

11-16-2007, 02:49 PM

Does the lid have your logo on it or something? I'm not sure why they would care...or does it keep the spaghetti out?

They don't want us spilling anything onto the nice new carpets or onto our nice new desks.. we are not even allowed to eat in the office area anymore. we must go out to the break room to eat.

Wow, where is everyone today? It's really quiet.

Caroleh

11-16-2007, 03:50 PM

Wow, where is everyone today? It's really quiet.

I'm sorry you didn't get the job, Di. Hopefully, something will come along shortly.

Even though I have the day off work. I've been a good girl and I'm getting stuff done!!! Quinn's quilt is finished, along with his receiving blanket and I'm almost done with 2 pairs of pj bottoms!! So all I left to sew is my new bellydance outfit.

If jimmy cracks corn and nobody cares then why is there a song about him? And if nobody cares why does he keep doing it?

offwego

11-16-2007, 03:54 PM

If jimmy cracks corn and nobody cares then why is there a song about him? And if nobody cares why does he keep doing it?

Is it no one cares or is it I don't care? I'm never very good at those things. Are we all done with Neil Diamond or do we need a new song besides Sweet Caroline? Isn't there one about Cherry or something like that?

Did Alex ever get out of Newark?

disneydrmr

11-16-2007, 04:03 PM

I'm sorry you didn't get the job, Di. Hopefully, something will come along shortly.

Even though I have the day off work. I've been a good girl and I'm getting stuff done!!! Quinn's quilt is finished, along with his receiving blanket and I'm almost done with 2 pairs of pj bottoms!! So all I left to sew is my new bellydance outfit.

If jimmy cracks corn and nobody cares then why is there a song about him? And if nobody cares why does he keep doing it?

Thanks! I will be putting in an application at our local Cracker Barrel this weekend.

I'm proud of you! :thumbsup: Way to go in getting stuff done! Now you can leave for Disney with a clean conscience!

There was a thread about Jimmy cracking his corn in the water cooler quite a while back.. it got quite silly.... here's the link http://intercot.com/discussion/showthread.php?t=84326&highlight=jimmy+crack

Are we all done with Neil Diamond or do we need a new song besides Sweet Caroline? Isn't there one about Cherry or something like that?

He had a song called "Cherry, Cherry".. (can you tell we are quite slow today at work and I have quite a bit of time to play on the internet today?)

offwego

11-16-2007, 04:11 PM

He had a song called "Cherry, Cherry".. (can you tell we are quite slow today at work and I have quite a bit of time to play on the internet today?)
Yep that was the one..good luck on the interview.

Have you thought of a personal shopping service? You know people give you the money & list for their holiday shopping and you go buy the stuff?

Caroleh

11-16-2007, 04:29 PM

There was a thread about Jimmy cracking his corn in the water cooler quite a while back.. it got quite silly.... here's the link http://intercot.com/discussion/showthread.php?t=84326&highlight=jimmy+crack

Oh, Di, that thread was so funny!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

Have you thought of a personal shopping service? You know people give you the money & list for their holiday shopping and you go buy the stuff?

That sounds like a good job for Christine!!!

Did Alex get sucked into a black hole along with Pogo?

disneydrmr

11-16-2007, 04:37 PM

Have you thought of a personal shopping service? You know people give you the money & list for their holiday shopping and you go buy the stuff?

I don't really like shopping for myself especially at Christmas time - I HATE the crowds and such.. so another GREAT and AWESOME idea, but it just won't fit for me.

I called our local temp service this AM and they have me marked to call for any weekend jobs that come in...

Oh, Di, that thread was so funny!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

That sounds like a good job for Christine!!!

Did Alex get sucked into a black hole along with Pogo?

You are welcome... I re-read it also and had to stop myself from laughing out loud several times.... (still at work, that would be a dead give away that I'm playing on the net! Dontcha think?)

I agree - Christine should become a Personal Shopper! She'd make a fortune!

Hmmm.. Alex, Pogo, Ken, Jenn and others seem to be missing...funny you should mention a black hole.. on Lilo and Stich this AM the 'cousin' that was released was one that became a black hole... maybe that cousin has made his way from Hawaii and is now making his way across the USA and Canada?

dlpmikki

11-16-2007, 04:55 PM

I'm here sort of. I'm printing and distributing the village newsletter (that's having written it all in the first place). Actually the most difficult thing is getting info out of folks but I've had past experience at that sort of thing so hopefully the villagers like the changes I have been making since I took over. Do you think all that editorial power has gone to my head?

I can't come up with any ideas for a weekend job half as good as those already suggested. Hmm, could you become a member of the clergy? Any crafts you could make and sell? I take it writing a best selling novel is a little too long term for you? Title: Everything I need to know in life I learned from JQ :D

offwego

11-16-2007, 05:12 PM

Hmm, could you become a member of the clergy?

Either I've been working too long or the jimmy cracked corn thread cracked my noggin. But does anyone else find the idea that the person they rely on as Clergy started to solve a temp. financial problem as odd as I do? I mean a need to help others, a desire to serve the almighty, a calling etc..but a small whole in my budget?

(No offense Mikki I mean it made me howl with laughter here not be upset so I hope your not upset!:blush:)

Beast_fanatic

11-16-2007, 06:24 PM

How did you manage that??? Didn't you just have holidays in October to attend a certain Anniversary celebration??? Where are you going for Thanksgiving?

Why yes, I did just have a nice long break in October. :thumbsup: Somehow, my vacation always tends to settle into the last few months of the year. I've got a few more days off at Christmas as well.

As far as the trip, we're going to Colorado to see 2 of my sisters. First, we'll be heading to the south west corner of the state (near Durango), and after a couple of days there, we'll head over to the south east corner of the state, but we'll just stay a couple of hours there. We're not leaving until Tuesday after Robert gets off work, so I've got a few more days here.

So, what's up this weekend?

pjbs35a

11-16-2007, 07:12 PM

I know my car is in that cave !!! Who wants to go on a road trip to bring it back ???

Russia sect holes up in cave to await end of world
MOSCOW (Reuters) - At least 30 members of a Russian doomsday cult have barricaded themselves in a remote cave to await the end of the world and are threatening to commit suicide if police intervene, officials and media said on Thursday.

"They have covered the entrance and refuse to come out and are threatening to blow themselves up," an official in the local prosecutor's office told Reuters by telephone. "They threaten to detonate a gas tank and blow themselves up."

The cult members, who include 29 adults and four children, are hidden inside a snow-covered hillside in the Penza region of central Russia. A Penza police spokeswoman said they had moved into the dug-out on November 7.

"No one wants to take on the responsibility of provoking them ... because our information is that there are children among them," said the official.

They are thought to have taken food and fuel supplies in with them and Russian television pictures from the scene showed smoke or steam coming out of a hole in the snow-covered ravine where it was built.

A police patrol was guarding the area to prevent anyone provoking them.

Media reports said the cult members believed the world would end sometime in May next year. Police expected them to emerge when their supplies ran out.

After decades of state-enforced atheism under Soviet rule, many Russians and other ex-Soviet nationals have come under the influence of home-grown and foreign sects.

Many Russians have refused new passports and taxpayers' personal identification numbers, saying the figures contained "satanic" combinations of numbers.

Izvestia newspaper said the leader of the cult, Pyotr Kuznetsov, had been detained by police. It said he was a 43-year-old who had been diagnosed with schizophrenia and that in the last few months he had been sleeping in a coffin.

Police took Kuznetsov to the cave to persuade his followers to come out but without success, said the newspaper.

ElenitaB

11-16-2007, 07:52 PM

Congrats to Lauren and Julia! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Well.. I did not get the job at the bookstore - I failed the personality test :confused: Just don't make sense as I've been in customer service jobs since the day I turned 16!

The ONLY snow balls I want to see are the marshmallow ones - you know - the 'cookie' where you have a giant marshmallow puff sitting on a chocolate cookie base and usually covered with coconut! So if that is not the snow ball you are referring to then you can just take your snow balls back home with you!
Sorry about not getting the job! :hug: I never could figure out those personality tests. I didn't get a job once for the same reason. Maybe you could find a job in a stationery store selling mechanical pencils! ;)

I wholeheartedly agree with you about the snowballs.

He had a song called "Cherry, Cherry".. (can you tell we are quite slow today at work and I have quite a bit of time to play on the internet today?)
What, no recalls?

Yes, I did get the cupcakes at a little bakery called The Little Cupcake. They're in the neighborhood and Ben likes it there (I took him once before). I ordered 30 of them and they were just over $50. It would have been cheaper to make them myself, but it was a very busy week. I'm hoping he doesn't want a cake tomorrow. Maybe I can convince him to have another cupcake... a la CRT and Chef Mickey's. Or I'll just take him to Outback for dinner. I'm hoping to keep extra sweets out of the house from now until our cruise next February. :blush:

I'm pretty tired today but pushed myself to get the cupcakes, get them over to school. I went to BestBuy in the morning to buy him his gifts and forgot to use the coupons I had received in the mail. I went back later and got back $15, so the trip was worth it.

I may just skip going to my mom's on Sunday and go on Friday instead (I have off from work).

Carol, thanks for the Thanksgiving wishes. That was so sweet of you! I really hope to meet you and Gilles in the Spring.

Christine, Ben liked Cooking Mama. Does Olivia like it? Have fun with winter soccer! Do they play indoors? (or did you say that already?)

Frankie, good luck finding your car! The guy sleeps in a coffin??? :eek:

Later, all!

Beast_fanatic

11-16-2007, 09:28 PM

I forgot to mention earlier that I am finally involved in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. One of my co-workers gave me a copy of it on tape, so I'm listening to it in my spare time. I listened to three chapters at work today.

Should I put my Christmas tree up this weekend?

Caroleh

11-16-2007, 09:54 PM

Carol, thanks for the Thanksgiving wishes. That was so sweet of you! I really hope to meet you and Gilles in the Spring.

Thanks, Ellen!! I hope we get to see each other also!!!

Did anyone notice how quiet its been without Ken, Pogo and Alex? I really miss them.:( Do you think they'll come back here soon and give us a hard time?

alpro2

11-16-2007, 10:02 PM

Did anyone notice how quiet its been without Ken, Pogo and Alex? I really miss them.:( Do you think they'll come back here soon and give us a hard time?
Are you trying to say that you can't live with or without your men? :D

Ok, I am back. Who's turn is it for me to give a hard time to? :D

Caroleh

11-16-2007, 10:10 PM

Are you trying to say that you can't live with or without your men? :D

Ok, I am back. Who's turn is it for me to give a hard time to? :D

:D I gotta have my men!!!! I need to pick on ya!!

You can pick on me, because in 14 days I'll be gone for a week!!

I decided not to make the new bellydance outfit, since I'll be at WDW for the last class, so now I'm ready to start packing!!!

What was the best thing BEFORE sliced bread?

ElenitaB

11-16-2007, 10:13 PM

Oh, goodie! Alex is back!

So do we have to keep you plied with cookies so that you'll stay put?

Caroleh

11-16-2007, 10:16 PM

Oh, goodie! Alex is back!

So do we have to keep you plied with cookies so that you'll stay put?

Do you think he'd like Puppy Chow as much as cookies? I can make more or even a cheesecake just for him. BTW, welcome back, Alex!!!

Dsnygirl

11-16-2007, 10:24 PM

I take it writing a best selling novel is a little too long term for you? Title: Everything I need to know in life I learned from JQ :D
Now, that's a good idea!! I may just have to tuck that title away, for future reference... :thumbsup:

So, what's up this weekend?
Not too much here... just ballet for the girls and E's got a b'day party to go to... some errands and I'm off to work for 3 nights. :( Hoping I feel better before I go in...

I forgot to mention earlier that I am finally involved in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. One of my co-workers gave me a copy of it on tape, so I'm listening to it in my spare time. I listened to three chapters at work today.

Yeah!! Are you enjoying it?? I just finished a great 3-part series by Nora Roberts, and I'm so sad it's over... I really enjoyed the characters. Now to find something new again...

Alex, I'm glad you're back... it's not been the same without you! :D Now, to just get the rest of the guys around more...

Well crew, I'm off to bed... I'm still not feeling too great, and I'm tired. I hope you are all having a good Friday night... we watched "Ratatouille" with the girls (Dan hadn't seen it, so I bought it for a surprise for everyone... :) ... I really like it....) and now it's time for sleep. I'll catch up with you all tomorrow...

Christine

11-16-2007, 11:35 PM

Hello all...

What a lightweight I am. We went to dinner tonight and I noticed it was Happy Hour ($2 :marg:). I finished the whole thing, and my face went numb! :faint: What a wimp! 20 years ago I wouldn't have blinked an eye at that!

Yep, Ellen, winter soccer (LOVE that term when it's 80 degrees here still!) is indoor. We have two games tomorrow.

Di, the Wii actually has a training mode where it will make you work hard enough to do an actual work out! The boxing will kick your tail! :whew:

Are we SARCASTICALLY liking Neil Diamond? I hope not...I secretly love him, Barry Manilow, and most of all- the Bee Gees! :secret:

drummerboy

11-17-2007, 12:03 AM

Hey, I've been lurking and keeping up, but had a lot going on today. DD1 had her 'lady surgery' today and came through fine. Her DH has been with her at the hospital and they're coming home tomorrow. My step-father had cataract surgery on one eye yesterday and my mother tells me he's doing very well also. (Gives me a good preview of what I've got coming in the spring.)

I've been working on a kind of spooky short story this evening that I plan to submit to the NC Bar Journal's '08-09 fiction competition. I'm about halfway through it. The one that took third place for '07-08 should come out about December or January. I hope people will be able to see it on the state bar web site as well as in the magazine.

Why do the birds go on singing?

Natazu

11-17-2007, 04:49 AM

I now have "Sweet Caroline" in my head again...thanks Jym!:thumbsup:Me?

Should I be happy we have no kidlets to want a Wii? Or should I tell the DH I want one for my birthday?Get an XBOX. Or is that XBOXEh?

If jimmy cracks corn and nobody cares then why is there a song about him? And if nobody cares why does he keep doing it?Around here we make something different out of our corn.

alpro2

11-17-2007, 06:35 AM

Oh, goodie! Alex is back!

So do we have to keep you plied with cookies so that you'll stay put?
Bribes are always welcomed! :D

Alex, I'm glad you're back... it's not been the same without you! :D Now, to just get the rest of the guys around more...

Maybe if you girls would stop yapping as much...:blah: :D

Hello all...

What a lightweight I am. We went to dinner tonight and I noticed it was Happy Hour ($2 :marg:). I finished the whole thing, and my face went numb! What a wimp! 20 years ago I wouldn't have blinked an eye at that!

Where you under the bar stool?

Glad to hear everything went well Ken.

pogo

11-17-2007, 07:11 AM

Good morning all......... anybody want a cold ? Thanks Blythe ! Patti and I are both sick:ill: and I've had to work 12 to 16 hour days this week to keep up. :(

I've been up since 6:00 AM working on reports for the enrollments and I've got another couple of hours to go.

I've lurked on and off as well, Ken.

Diane..... I think you failed the personality test by having TOO MUCH personality ! :thumbsup:

:hi: Julia..... great job at school. I'm almost as proud of you as your Mom ! :D

Gotta run :bolt: I hope you all have a great weekend. :sadwave:

Caroleh

11-17-2007, 08:09 AM

I've been working on a kind of spooky short story this evening that I plan to submit to the NC Bar Journal's '08-09 fiction competition. I'm about halfway through it. The one that took third place for '07-08 should come out about December or January. I hope people will be able to see it on the state bar web site as well as in the magazine.

Why do the birds go on singing?

:congrats: on taking 3rd place, Ken and good luck with this new one.

Maybe the birds have a lot of songs to sing...ABBA and Neil Diamond songs.

Get an XBOX. Or is that XBOXEh?

Gilles almost spit his coffee out with that one!!!

Good morning all......... anybody want a cold ?

Gotta run :bolt: I hope you all have a great weekend. :sadwave:

Gilles said you need to eat some chicken soup. Pogo, have a great weekend!! I have to work.:(

:( Last week we were all at the Falls having fun and Blythe grew her horns. Does anyone want to go back to each other again?

Gee, looked what happened. I say I missed them and they all showed up!!!

Dsnygirl

11-17-2007, 09:30 AM

Maybe if you girls would stop yapping as much...:blah: :D

Who would you talk to then??? :D

Good morning all......... anybody want a cold ? Thanks Blythe ! Patti and I are both sick and I've had to work 12 to 16 hour days this week to keep up.

Was I sick when I saw you?? I think I was in-between colds.... nothing can decide whether it wants to stay or go. :( Sorry if it got you... This one seems to be some kind of weird head cold/sinus/toothachey thing, and I just wish I knew how to get rid of it!! The thought of having to go to the dentist makes me :ack: :hide: :faint:...

Last week we were all at the Falls having fun and Blythe grew her horns. Does anyone want to go back to each other again?

Grew??? Sigh... yes, it'd be nice to rewind the week... and replay it sans snow and colds!! :thumbsup:

Hope you all have a nice Saturday... we've got about 4 more inches of the white stuff today, and I've got to go out in it. Lots of errands, etc., to do, so I'll try to catch you all later!

ElenitaB

11-17-2007, 09:50 AM

Well, my birthday boy has just woken up (early for him) and he has the sniffles. :( No mind... we're still going to enjoy ourselves today. :party:

What was the best thing BEFORE sliced bread?
Ben's dad used to say "...the best thing since a cold Coca-Cola in the desert."

I've been working on a kind of spooky short story this evening that I plan to submit to the NC Bar Journal's '08-09 fiction competition. I'm about halfway through it. The one that took third place for '07-08 should come out about December or January. I hope people will be able to see it on the state bar web site as well as in the magazine.

Why do the birds go on singing?
Glad that everyone did well in the medical world, Ken! Don't they do cataract surgery by laser these days? I'm sorry that you have to go through it all (I'm a totally wimp when it comes to any doctor touching my eyes).

Don't birds have to sing for their supper?

Good morning all......... anybody want a cold ? Thanks Blythe ! Patti and I are both sick:ill: and I've had to work 12 to 16 hour days this week to keep up.
We don't want no stinking colds! (Even though someone seems to have given Ben one for his birthday :( ) Should I make a big batch of penicillin (chicken soup) for you all?

Hope you all have a nice Saturday... we've got about 4 more inches of the white stuff today, and I've got to go out in it. Lots of errands, etc., to do, so I'll try to catch you all later!
You have my condolences on the white stuff. I do hope we don't see any of it down here any time soon (it's supposed to go down to something like 27 tonight :freeze:). Last year today, we were at Castaway Cay. :vacation:

Here is some anti-cold :pixie: for you all! Please wash your hands before using your keyboards. You don't want to spread any germs via JQ, do you?

Mickey'sGirl

11-17-2007, 10:01 AM

First, we'll be heading to the south west corner of the state (near Durango), and after a couple of days there, we'll head over to the south east corner of the state, but we'll just stay a couple of hours there.Durango is a kind of fruity beer here in these parts.... I hope you have a fabulous holiday!

What was the best thing BEFORE sliced bread?I have asked this question in the past...and I did not get any appropriate answers...

Now, that's a good idea!! I may just have to tuck that title away, for future reference... :thumbsup:I have often tossed around the idea of writing something....I used to write when I was at University, but I got out of it. When would I have time to read if I spent my free time writing? I have never read Nora Roberts, but my MiL likes her and Maeve Binchley (sp?).

Are we SARCASTICALLY liking Neil Diamond? I hope not...I secretly love him, Barry Manilow, and most of all- the Bee Gees! :secret:Nope...no sarcasm here. I LOVE all three, and can Copa Cabana with the best of 'em. My parents took me to see each of them when I was a kid. I distinctly remember going to see the Bee Gees when I was in Grade 2 on a Tuesday night -- and being exhausted the next day at school.

Why do the birds go on singing? :sing: They long to be....Close to you! :sing:
:pixie: for all your peeps, Ken! I hope they are all right as rain soon! How does one get her hands on your short fiction?

Hope you all have a nice Saturday... we've got about 4 more inches of the white stuff today, and I've got to go out in it. Lots of errands, etc., to do, so I'll try to catch you all later!You too, Blythe! I hope you feel better soon!:mickey:

Mickey'sGirl

11-17-2007, 10:04 AM

Well, my birthday boy has just woken up (early for him) and he has the sniffles. :( No mind... we're still going to enjoy ourselves today. :party:
That's the spirit! Happy Cake Day, Ben! Have some soup and take it easy! What time is the party?

Nascfan

11-17-2007, 10:52 AM

Ken's going to make sure this thread lasts until Thanksgiving isn't he? ;)

Happy Birthday Ben! :party: :mickey:

And happy Saturday to everyone!

drummerboy

11-17-2007, 11:06 AM

Well, my birthday boy has just woken up (early for him) and he has the sniffles. :( No mind... we're still going to enjoy ourselves today. :party:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY BEN!!

Glad that everyone did well in the medical world, Ken! Don't they do cataract surgery by laser these days? I'm sorry that you have to go through it all (I'm a totally wimp when it comes to any doctor touching my eyes).
I'll be having the lens removed and a new artificial one put in. Step-dad had the same. They can shape the lens to fit your prescription now so you won't necessarily need glasses for that eye.

Listen, when we do plays, I can't even have anybody go near my eyes to put makeup on--they tear up something awful. Good thing I have long lashes anyway. :blush:. I got a sliver of steel stuck in one eye years ago when I was a park ranger and it was all I could do to hold it open for the Dr. to remove the sliver.

:sing: They long to be....Close to you! :sing:
This one predates the Carpenters by quite a bit. Why say no, it's the end of the world? It ended when you said good bye. 60s song but I can't remember who sang it.

:pixie: for all your peeps, Ken! I hope they are all right as rain soon! How does one get her hands on your short fiction?
Thanks for the pixie dust. DW called the hospital and talked to DD1 this morning and she's doing very well. She should be back home this evening. I think we'll be taking over some bean soup. My mother days my step-father was still a little loopy from the anesthetic when he got home and gave her a few laughs.

I'll have to see if I can get permission (since they now own the copyright) to put the story on the net, or see if the magazine can be read on the net, or get some reprints to send to whoever wants them.

disneydeb

11-17-2007, 03:38 PM

:party:Happy Birthday, Ben!:party:

Blythe, did you say you have snow? How much is on the ground now? Could you ship some down here, we are still in a severe drought situation.:elf:

pjbs35a

11-17-2007, 04:25 PM

Why do the birds go on singing?

Why does the sea reach the shore?

Caroleh

11-17-2007, 06:57 PM

Happy Birthday, Ben!!!!!:party:

Who would you talk to then??? :D
Hope you all have a nice Saturday... we've got about 4 more inches of the white stuff today, and I've got to go out in it. Lots of errands, etc., to do, so I'll try to catch you all later!

He'd have to talk to the voices in his head, and then you never know what would happen!!!

Blythe, you need to move to the right side of the lake...no snow up here!!!

Why does the sea reach the shore?

Because it's arms are long enough?

trackbarroness

11-17-2007, 07:56 PM

If this is Florida why is it so cold here? :cool:
Okay who sent the cold weather down here to the "world"? :thedolls:
Did anyone miss me? :cool:

ElenitaB

11-17-2007, 08:07 PM

Ben thanks everyone for the birthday greetings. Said it was "cool."

Mr. Margorium's Wonder Emporium was very, very good. Deals with believing in yourself (and yes, with death)... very, very sweet movie... made me cry (but, seriously, what doesn't make me cry :rolleyes:). All the kids liked it.

So, that's a very philosophical question you posted there, Frankie! Without the sea (or a lake), would there be a shore?

Sorry about the cold, Sandy. A year ago this coming Tuesday, it snowed in Orlando (yes, the real stuff... not the Disney stuff). Do you remember that?

disneydeb

11-17-2007, 09:14 PM

There is another November birthday from a relative of a JQ member... My DD Laura, Gage's mom will be 21 this Tuesday, November 20. How can that be? Don't blink, don't take a nap or oversleep, life moves too quickly. Determine to live and love all you can. Don't hold back. Don't miss a moment.

I'm sorry for getting all sappy.....:grouphug:

pjbs35a

11-17-2007, 09:17 PM

LSU beat Ole Miss today, but I am not going to mention it.

They beat Louisiana Tech (my alma mater) last week and I didn't mention that either.

Who is having fried turkey next Thursday besides meeeeee ???

Caroleh

11-17-2007, 09:51 PM

Who is having fried turkey next Thursday besides meeeeee ???

Not me, I had my Thanksgiving last month!!!:D Who's going to get stuffed? :D

Christine

11-17-2007, 10:12 PM

Who is having fried turkey next Thursday besides meeeeee ???

Not me. We thought we'd try some turducken!

Anyone want some?

Tink&Goofy

11-17-2007, 10:32 PM

:hi: Hi everyone! Did you miss me??
I haven't had much time - but tried to check in a few times! I have next week off (Yay!!), so I can't wait!

Crazy and exhausting week - and I'm glad its over! My Step-dad is doing OK - thanks for all the well wishes - and hoping the next doctors appointment is as positive.

Snow? Did someone say Snow?? Send some here!! All we get is the liquid version! Course 4 inches would shut down our city in no time. :D If it was still around the next day, they would probably declare a state of emergency! :D Now, rain?? We know how to handle. We are the umbrella and windshield wiper Capital!! (or we should be). How many umbrellas do you own?

alpro2

11-17-2007, 10:49 PM

Why does the sea reach the shore?
Because Y (why) is a crooked letter.

Happy Birthday Ben! What did you get?

Happy Birthday Laura!

Caroleh

11-17-2007, 11:09 PM

Because Y (why) is a crooked letter.

Happy Birthday Ben! What did you get?

Happy Birthday Laura!

Oh, my dear Alex, you've been gone for so long, you've forgotten how to give everyone a hard time. Did you lose your outfit when you were at WDW? Do you want me to try and find it for you when I go down there? I think it must of been what gives your edge!!!

Beast_fanatic

11-17-2007, 11:33 PM

Yeah!! Are you enjoying it??

Yes, I am enjoying Harry Potter. I'm up to chapter 16 now. It's narrated by the same person that narrates Pushing Daisies, so I keep thinking of that show.

Ben thanks everyone for the birthday greetings. Said it was "cool."

Sorry that I'm late, but :birthday: Ben! Hope it was great!

How many umbrellas do you own?

5, I think. How many do you own?

Dsnygirl

11-18-2007, 01:42 AM

Blythe, did you say you have snow? How much is on the ground now? Could you ship some down here, we are still in a severe drought situation.
Yup -- we've got about 4 inches! But it's not going to last, much to the girl's dismay... it's supposed to be 50 degrees out by Tuesday. Of course, being Upstate NY, it'll be 30 again by Saturday... :freeze:

Blythe, you need to move to the right side of the lake...no snow up here!!!
Don't get me wrong - I do enjoy the snow - it makes it seem very Christmas-like around here!! It was so beautiful out early this morning... where we live is surrounded by hills and the main road in and out is called "Gorge Road", for good reason... it's carved right into the hills, so when the trees are filled with snow, it's amazing!!

That being said - I'm just not ready for the cold yet. :(

Mr. Margorium's Wonder Emporium was very, very good. Deals with believing in yourself (and yes, with death)... very, very sweet movie... made me cry (but, seriously, what doesn't make me cry). All the kids liked it.

I'm glad to hear you liked it so much - I'm thinking of taking the girls. It looked great in the previews... I wonder how long it'll be out? I may have to take them earlier than I'd thought...

Don't blink, don't take a nap or oversleep, life moves too quickly.

Have you heard the song "Don't Blink" by Kenny Chesney?? Sounds like you could've written it!!

And don't apologize for getting sappy... we can all use reminders like that!! :thumbsup:

Not me. We thought we'd try some turducken!

Anyone want some?
Ummmm.... nope, no thank you, think not... is that something like hampigsow??? :ack: What do you folks grow down there in Texas??

Hi everyone! Did you miss me??

Snow? Did someone say Snow?? Send some here!! All we get is the liquid version! Course 4 inches would shut down our city in no time. If it was still around the next day, they would probably declare a state of emergency! Now, rain?? We know how to handle. We are the umbrella and windshield wiper Capital!! (or we should be). How many umbrellas do you own?
Of course we missed you!! I'm so glad to hear your step-dad is doing so well... must be a relief.
So - since you have all next week off... does that mean you'll be around here more? Not that I've been around that much... :blush:
Umbrellas? Hmmm... maybe 4... plus a golf umbrella, so I guess 5. Snow coats?? Lets see... family of 4... I think we've got about 16. Don't even ASK about mittens, hats and boots... :winter:

So - I'm here at work... lovin' life... wishing I was home, snug in my cozy bed. I feel pretty much like :ill: hit by a :bus: ... but I'm trying to tough it out. Not the wisest choice... I'll just sleep extra tomorrow!

Hope you're all snoozing well - I'll check in when (and if) I get up!!

Tink&Goofy

11-18-2007, 01:59 AM

I'm up - still fairly early here!

So the question of the night is....How do you put eye drops in the eyes of a cat???

Zoey has an eye infection, and we are supposed to put drops in twice a day....Yah right! We've tried everything. We've wrapped her in a towel, had six hands holding her, and no such luck. Maybe it would be easier to give her oral meds???

Dsnygirl

11-18-2007, 03:45 AM

So the question of the night is....How do you put eye drops in the eyes of a cat???

Zoey has an eye infection, and we are supposed to put drops in twice a day....Yah right! We've tried everything. We've wrapped her in a towel, had six hands holding her, and no such luck. Maybe it would be easier to give her oral meds???
Hi! Are the eye drops an antibiotic? If so, maybe they could prescribe the ointment... it's much easier. Both our cats needed antibiotics after the little guy came home... Calvin (the older, big guy) was easier, as we'd just trap him up against our legs, put a strip of it on our finger and quickly wipe it in the corner of his eye. Quincy?? Not so easy... but probably easier than drops. I'd pick him up, put him on the counter and hold him against me w/ my left hand. (My right hand would already have a strip of ointment on one finger) Then, I'd hold one eye open w/ my left hand while I quickly wiped the ointment in w/ my right. Wasn't too bad - although he quickly associated the counters w/ the ointment treatment, and has never jumped up there on his own since!! So - not such a bad outcome, either!! :thumbsup: Good luck....

Hey - have you ever read this one about giving a cat a pill??? It's hilarious!!

How to give a cat a pill (http://www.nanceestar.com/CatPill.html)

Enjoy guys.... have a good day today!! :D

alpro2

11-18-2007, 05:49 AM

Oh, my dear Alex, you've been gone for so long, you've forgotten how to give everyone a hard time. Did you lose your outfit when you were at WDW? Do you want me to try and find it for you when I go down there? I think it must of been what gives your edge!!!
I think someone is getting a little frisky. So you think that I have lost my touch, eh? I must admit it is too cold for the Juicy shorts, but I can still wear the green tube top as an undergarment. :D

dlpmikki

11-18-2007, 06:22 AM

It's nice to see some of the old faces posting again. it's also nice to see all the new blood, like our latest victim Mary! Does anyone else find it hard to keep up?

It's raining here today but we got all our village newsletters delivered yesterday before the rain started. I also had a tennis match yesterday - a veterans! Makes me feel old until I realise that they count over 40 as a veteran. It did remind me why I think playing tennis outside in the winter is a bad idea - it was very cold and windy! This time of year indoor courts make for a much more pleasant game!

I don't think we will be having Turkey on Thursday but I'm sure we will raise a glass to you all. We just re-watched the wonderful West Wing episode where CJ has the Turkey's in her office and to save the life of the second Turkey gets the President to draft it into the army! :D

Natazu

11-18-2007, 07:27 AM

It's nice to see some of the old faces posting again. Shh. We try not to call Pogo old more than once or twice a week.

Almost forgot a question... um, how about that?

dlpmikki

11-18-2007, 07:30 AM

Shh. We try not to call Pogo old more than once or twice a week.

Jym! A man after my own heart :D Do you have any idea how hard I had to control myself not to make a crack like that?

Natazu

11-18-2007, 07:49 AM

Jym! A man after my own heart :D Do you have any idea how hard I had to control myself not to make a crack like that?
And we see yet another reason why Jym is not a moderator.

On that same subject, a question:
Since my acts are caused by my choices and my choices caused by my beliefs and desires and my beliefs and desires are not in my direct control, how can it be that my acts are free?

Caroleh

11-18-2007, 08:58 AM

I think someone is getting a little frisky. So you think that I have lost my touch, eh? I must admit it is too cold for the Juicy shorts, but I can still wear the green tube top as an undergarment. :D

:haha::funny:

I see your stays in Toronto have you saying eh!!!

Shh. We try not to call Pogo old more than once or twice a week.

:funny::haha:

On that same subject, a question:
Since my acts are caused by my choices and my choices caused by my beliefs and desires and my beliefs and desires are not in my direct control, how can it be that my acts are free?

You need to ask Pogo, the wise old possom. Oops, I think we reached his quota for being called old for the week!!!

Last night I did a little scrapbooking..actually I did the page to fit into the frame that Jenn gave us at the meet. One of my best works yet if I have to say so myself. I'll take a picture of it and post it a little later. We're going by the house this afternoon so I'll have more pictures of that to post also. So what is everyone else up to today?

BronxTigger

11-18-2007, 09:30 AM

Ellen's article (http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/18/jobs/18pre.html)is in the NYTimes today! Has anyone else seen it yet?

drummerboy

11-18-2007, 09:33 AM

On that same subject, a question:
Since my acts are caused by my choices and my choices caused by my beliefs and desires and my beliefs and desires are not in my direct control, how can it be that my acts are free?
All right, I'm going to have to assess a penalty for you asking a philosophical question so early in the morning. Now I have a brain cramp. In fact, I'm going to have to assess an extra penalty for making me have to spell out 'philosophical'.

I'll take a picture of it and post it a little later.
So you're going to post a picture of pictures, eh? Hmmmm. Wonder what would happen if I printed a picture of your picture of pictures...

Today, we have to have a re-do of yesterday's grouting session. We realized that the 'grout' we used is really just a color additive that's supposed to be mixed with some other stuff. (I promise, I really am handy. We just weren't paying enough attention when we bought it. :blush:)

Got the short story finished last night. Or should I say this morning. I should have kept Blythe company for a while. I'll let it sit for a while (don't have to submit it until spring) and see if I still like it after several weeks.

Caroleh

11-18-2007, 09:54 AM

Ellen's article (http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/18/jobs/18pre.html)is in the NYTimes today! Has anyone else seen it yet?

Thanks for posting this!!! Oh, Ellen, what a wonderful story.:hug:

All right, I'm going to have to assess a penalty for you asking a philosophical question so early in the morning. Now I have a brain cramp. In fact, I'm going to have to assess an extra penalty for making me have to spell out 'philosophical'.

So you're going to post a picture of pictures, eh? Hmmmm. Wonder what would happen if I printed a picture of your picture of pictures...

What is the penalty -5 minutes for high sticking? or a 5 yd. pentalty for holding?

If you printed the picture of pictures, then you would have a picture of a picture of pictures!!!

dlpmikki

11-18-2007, 09:56 AM

Ellen's article (http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/18/jobs/18pre.html)is in the NYTimes today! Has anyone else seen it yet?

What a great article! Oh Ken, just in case you were not sure, and despite Figaro's absence, that one IS a picture of Ellen. ;)

Why don't you email round your short story to a group of JQ volunteers? I am sure they would tear it apart, whoops, give constructive criticism or even praise where praise was due. On second thoughts you may want to pick your volunteers with care! :thedolls:

drummerboy

11-18-2007, 10:25 AM

Ellen's article (http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/18/jobs/18pre.html)is in the NYTimes today! Has anyone else seen it yet?
Just read it. What a great story! Wonder how many people will be applying to work at Ernst and Young now?

Ellen, in that picture you look a little like my secretary. You've got a great spirit and I'm glad you're part of the JQ crew.

pogo

11-18-2007, 10:37 AM

Good morning all....... we are still very sick today and it is the first time Patti and I have skipped going to church on Sunday since we have been together. And yes Ellen, I've washed my hands and used an anti bacterial cream before I typed this so as not to spread the germs.

I hope you all have a wonderful day.

Shh. We try not to call Pogo old more than once or twice a week.

Almost forgot a question... um, how about that?And you call me old ? I never forget a question !:D

Jym! A man after my own heart :D Do you have any idea how hard I had to control myself not to make a crack like that?
Oh Dutchess..... please don't hold back. I can handle it..... I was trained by the best ! Right Alex ? :D

And we see yet another reason why Jym is not a moderator.

:whew:

You need to ask Pogo, the wise old possom. Oops, I think we reached his quota for being called old for the week!!!
To use the words of George Burns, "I never wanted to be 57 until the day I turned 56. Think about it....... I have achieved something that you may not !

Ellen's article (http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/18/jobs/18pre.html)is in the NYTimes today! Has anyone else seen it yet?
Thanks for posting this. :thumbsup:

Ellen..... you are my hero ! :hug: Keep the faith !

So you're going to post a picture of pictures, eh? Hmmmm. Wonder what would happen if I printed a picture of your picture of pictures...

If you printed the picture of pictures, then you would have a picture of a picture of pictures!!!
I'm having a hard time picturing this ! :faint:

pjbs35a

11-18-2007, 12:53 PM

Not me. We thought we'd try some turducken!

Anyone want some?

How do they get the duck to eat the chicken and then the turkey to eat the duck ???

Mickey'sGirl

11-18-2007, 01:11 PM

Who is having fried turkey next Thursday besides meeeeee ???It will be Talapia on Thursday -- Turkey is on Wednesday , in tacos...

Ellen's article (http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/18/jobs/18pre.html)is in the NYTimes today! Has anyone else seen it yet?Thanks!! I will read this in just a minute!

Good morning all....... we are still very sick today and it is the first time Patti and I have skipped going to church on Sunday since we have been together. I hope that you are both feeling better soon, Cousins!

Harry's team beat the first place team this morning 3 to 1 -- and he was given "Player of the Game". He calls himself "The Blocker" and has had it stitched on the back of his uniform :hockey: I still call him "Pud". :D

Anyone else have their Christmas lights up yet? It sure is pretty.

Mickey'sGirl

11-18-2007, 01:21 PM

I just read Ellen's article. Her sense of humour came through. Ellen you are a true inspiration!

Why don't people ever offer to do the laundry?;)

Tink&Goofy

11-18-2007, 01:51 PM

I must admit it is too cold for the Juicy shorts, but I can still wear the green tube top as an undergarment. :D
Oh no! He's moved on to undergarments!

And we see yet another reason why Jym is not a moderator.

:funny: May need a moderator to moderate the moderator!

Ellen's article (http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/18/jobs/18pre.html)is in the NYTimes today! Has anyone else seen it yet?
What a great article! Ellen - what wonderful people you work with! Sounds like they are really supportive of you, as a person - something that is many times lacking in big organizations like that. What did Ben think of the article?

Good morning all....... we are still very sick today and it is the first time Patti and I have skipped going to church on Sunday since we have been together. And yes Ellen, I've washed my hands and used an anti bacterial cream before I typed this so as not to spread the germs.
:pixie::pixie: Pixie dust coming for a speedy recovery for you and Patti! Wouldn't want you sick for Thanksgiving!

Slow day today. I can actually take a slower pace today - since I am taking next week off work. Gotta save up energy for the after-Thanksgiving sales! Anyone else go out with the throngs of people on the day after??

ElenitaB

11-18-2007, 04:10 PM

Not me. We thought we'd try some turducken!

Anyone want some?
I do! Every year I say I'm going to order one, but have yet to do so... with just the two of us, it seems silly to have more animals on the platter than people around the table. ;)

Snow? Did someone say Snow?? Send some here!! All we get is the liquid version! Course 4 inches would shut down our city in no time. :D If it was still around the next day, they would probably declare a state of emergency! :D Now, rain?? We know how to handle. We are the umbrella and windshield wiper Capital!! (or we should be). How many umbrellas do you own?
So it was a good week at work? Glad to hear it wasn't as exhausting as the previous week.

If you're tiring of the rain, send some down to Atlanta. They sure could use it. I have quite a few umbrellas and Thursday morning I discovered the reason why my purse seemed so heavy. A black umbrella was playing stowaway in the bottom of my black purse. Why is it that black purses turn into black holes?

What a great article! Ellen - what wonderful people you work with! Sounds like they are really supportive of you, as a person - something that is many times lacking in big organizations like that. What did Ben think of the article?
I really do work at a great firm. (Who knew that accountants could be cool?) Like anywhere else, there are always some sour apples, but on the whole, we have a great corporate culture. :D And lucky me, I get to work in the HR department with the folks who capture the sentiments and turn them into real programs (like our AccessAbilties group).

As for Ben, :faint: Oh, and he thanks everyone for the birthday greetings!

Anyone making anything yummy for dinner tonight? We're having ravioli... want some?

Caroleh

11-18-2007, 05:15 PM

To use the words of George Burns, "I never wanted to be 57 until the day I turned 56. Think about it....... I have achieved something that you may not !

I'm having a hard time picturing this ! :faint:

But I am catching up with you!!!

Are we getting you confused?

Harry's team beat the first place team this morning 3 to 1 -- and he was given "Player of the Game". He calls himself "The Blocker" and has had it stitched on the back of his uniform :hockey: I still call him "Pud". :D

Anyone else have their Christmas lights up yet? It sure is pretty.

Tell Harry congratulations from us!!! I bet he is SO happy!!!

No lights yet..I need to find the right ones.

Anyone making anything yummy for dinner tonight? We're having ravioli... want some?

We're having pad thai!!! Who's going to be joining us?

ElenitaB

11-18-2007, 05:33 PM

We're having pad thai!!! Who's going to be joining us?
Okay... imagine Howard Cosell narrating this: "And the JQ pasta battle is on. In one corner, there's ravioli in Brooklyn. Plain cheese in marinara teams up with spinach in cheese pesto sauce. And in the other corner, hailing from the great North, there's pad thai in tandem with peanuts and sprouts. Who will win the rumble in the wheat fields?"

(Why am I so punchy? :blush: I need some sleep... I think I may nap now.)

Caroleh

11-18-2007, 05:40 PM

(Why am I so punchy? :blush: I need some sleep... I think I may nap now.)

Just don't lay your head on the keyboard, you might drool and get it wet, or Pogo may sneeze and give you his germs. We wouldn't want that now, would we?

pogo

11-18-2007, 06:09 PM

I hope that you are both feeling better soon, Cousins!

Harry's team beat the first place team this morning 3 to 1 -- and he was given "Player of the Game". He calls himself "The Blocker" and has had it stitched on the back of his uniform I still call him "Pud".
Thanks Cousin.... we are feeling better and we managed to rake the front yard together this afternoon.

:congrats: to Harry ! He will always be the Player of the game to us.

Pixie dust coming for a speedy recovery for you and Patti! Wouldn't want you sick for Thanksgiving!
Thanks T&G. What are you doing for Thanksgiving ?

But I am catching up with you!!!
Not if you keep picking on me ! Go after Alex, will you ?

Okay... imagine Howard Cosell narrating this: "And the JQ pasta battle is on. In one corner, there's ravioli in Brooklyn. Plain cheese in marinara teams up with spinach in cheese pesto sauce. And in the other corner, hailing from the great North, there's pad thai in tandem with peanuts and sprouts. Who will win the rumble in the wheat fields?"

(Why am I so punchy? :blush: I need some sleep... I think I may nap now.)
Have you been drinking ? :D

Just don't lay your head on the keyboard, you might drool and get it wet, or Pogo may sneeze and give you his germs. We wouldn't want that now, would we?
I always cover my sneeze, thank you very much ! How about a little smootch, Caroleh ? :D

disneydeb

11-18-2007, 06:13 PM

Ellen's article (http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/18/jobs/18pre.html)is in the NYTimes today! Has anyone else seen it yet?

Bethany,
Thank you so much for posting this. I was wondering how I could get my hands on the article.

Ellen,
You are an inspiration to so many. Thank you. You are indeed a hero.

Blythe,
I'm sure Kenny Chesney's song enterred my mind as I posted that. I just think what he says in that song is so true. I was feeling sappy and sentimental, realizing my oldest is turning 21 and is a mother herself now.

Everyone have a good week. What wine goes well with turkey dinner?

Caroleh

11-18-2007, 07:12 PM

Oh no! He's moved on to undergarments!

As long as its not Madonna's bras, we may be okay...those cone shape things scare me and the thought of Alex in them..oh, the horror!!!:scared:

Not if you keep picking on me ! Go after Alex, will you ?

I always cover my sneeze, thank you very much ! How about a little smootch, Caroleh ? :D

See above with Alex!!

No thank you..I don't want to be sick before I go on vacation!!!!

Do you think I should be doing my pre-report soon?

I'm sure Kenny Chesney's song enterred my mind as I posted that. I just think what he says in that song is so true. I was feeling sappy and sentimental, realizing my oldest is turning 21 and is a mother herself now.

I know what you mean about when they turn 21. Mine isn't a mother yet, but watching her go from a tomboy to a young woman is a difficult job. Watching her growing older is hard. Mine is 22 now and completely on her own.

Why is it when you get older it seems like you have less time to do things?

Caroleh

11-18-2007, 07:53 PM

trackbarroness

11-18-2007, 07:56 PM

Anyone want any :bar:? I brought some home from work today. :D
I see someone has a trip planned for the beginning of next month. :thumbsup:

alpro2

11-18-2007, 08:17 PM

Great article, Ellen! Just one question...how come my picture isn't on your shelf? ;) :D

Jym - are you home from WDW yet?

MauiMouse

11-18-2007, 08:30 PM

We had a very busy day today. I mailed Quinn's quilt to my DB, went and saw the house (http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/photo/2240832420093439642UXIJDt), got a new 4gb memory card for my camera(Do you think that'll be enough memory for my trip without having to upload to the laptop? I don't want to have to take it with us!!!) and took the picture of the picture (http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/photo/2045481910093439642TCIQao).:D

Definitely not a problem with a 4 GB memory card. I didn't know that they made them that big. Wow!

Anyone want any :bar:? I brought some home from work today. :D
I see someone has a trip planned for the beginning of next month. :thumbsup:

I'd love a Mickey bar. Have they melted yet? Nothing like a dripping chocolate mess. But hey it's a Mickey bar right?

Great article, Ellen! Just one question...how come my picture isn't on your shelf? ;) :D

Jym - are you home from WDW yet?

I second that about the article. It was very beautiful. Got a tear in my eye. What great support from your employer Ellen.

Yes, is Jym home from WDW yet? And anymore of those dining reviews?

Dsnygirl

11-18-2007, 08:37 PM

I must admit it is too cold for the Juicy shorts, but I can still wear the green tube top as an undergarment.
So - what's the overgarment of choice?? And still the heels??? Do tell... :D

Ellen's article (http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/18/jobs/18pre.html)is in the NYTimes today! Has anyone else seen it yet?
Thanks for sharing the link!!

Ellen, what a great article... you are amazing, although I'm sure at times it doesn't feel like it. Your story is an inspiration, and I'm so glad you have the support at work that you do. :hug:

All right, I'm going to have to assess a penalty for you asking a philosophical question so early in the morning. Now I have a brain cramp. In fact, I'm going to have to assess an extra penalty for making me have to spell out 'philosophical'.

:rotfl:

Good morning all....... we are still very sick today and it is the first time Patti and I have skipped going to church on Sunday since we have been together. And yes Ellen, I've washed my hands and used an anti bacterial cream before I typed this so as not to spread the germs.

Pogo, I'm so sorry you're still sick... something nasty sure is going around. :thedolls: I hope you're feeling better by tomorrow... we all know how much you love Mondays!

How do they get the duck to eat the chicken and then the turkey to eat the duck ???
:funny:

Harry's team beat the first place team this morning 3 to 1 -- and he was given "Player of the Game". He calls himself "The Blocker" and has had it stitched on the back of his uniform. I still call him "Pud".

Jenn, give that awesome boy a big :high5: from us -- that's great!! He must've been so excited -- and you guys must be so proud!! Way to go, Harry!

Okay... imagine Howard Cosell narrating this: "And the JQ pasta battle is on. In one corner, there's ravioli in Brooklyn. Plain cheese in marinara teams up with spinach in cheese pesto sauce. And in the other corner, hailing from the great North, there's pad thai in tandem with peanuts and sprouts. Who will win the rumble in the wheat fields?"

(Why am I so punchy? I need some sleep... I think I may nap now.)
Ellen, that was great!! :laughing: Add in some rigatoni w/ meatballs in our corner....

What wine goes well with turkey dinner?
Whatever you have in the house!! :D

I hope everyone's weekend is ending well... I'm back at work, but it's okay here tonight -- yeah! Can't wait until this stretch is over, though...

ElenitaB

11-18-2007, 08:39 PM

I don't want to have to take it with us!!!) and took the picture of the picture (http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/photo/2045481910093439642TCIQao).:D
Oh, good... I've been wanting to see the picture of the picture. Cute frame and cute layout! :thumbsup:

Great article, Ellen! Just one question...how come my picture isn't on your shelf? ;) :D
As progressive as some of my colleagues are, I didn't think they were ready for your Juicy shorts and pink tube top. ;)

Anyone want any :bar:? I brought some home from work today.
They don't have Stitch spit on them, do they?

What a bunch of sappy moms we have around here today. :blush: Is it contagious?

Tink&Goofy

11-18-2007, 08:57 PM

Okay... imagine Howard Cosell narrating this: "And the JQ pasta battle is on. In one corner, there's ravioli in Brooklyn. Plain cheese in marinara teams up with spinach in cheese pesto sauce. And in the other corner, hailing from the great North, there's pad thai in tandem with peanuts and sprouts. Who will win the rumble in the wheat fields?"
:funny:
We don't have anything to add from this side of the country - as we are having breakfast for dinner - French Toast to be specific.

What wine goes well with turkey dinner?
I think you got the question wrong. What wine DOESN'T go well with turkey dinner?
Wine and Turkey - and asleep in 30 minutes....

As progressive as some of my colleagues are, I didn't think they were ready for your Juicy shorts and pink tube top. ;)
I don't think ANY of us are ready for that. :shake:

A very WET day here. Same as yesterday. Same as tomorrow. Do you sense a pattern here? It will stop.....eventually......next June.. You think I'm joking, don't you? :shake:
I have this week off, and I can hear the stores calling my name for tomorrow!
How was everyone elses weekend??

Caroleh

11-18-2007, 09:30 PM

Anyone want any :bar:? I brought some home from work today.
I see someone has a trip planned for the beginning of next month. :thumbsup:

Gee, I wonder who that could be?:D I'll wait to get my :bar:.

So - what's the overgarment of choice?? And still the heels??? Do tell... :D

Blythe, are you sure you really want to know what his outerwear is? I'm seeing lime green leotards with fushia leggings. :D

Oh, good... I've been wanting to see the picture of the picture. Cute frame and cute layout! :thumbsup:

As progressive as some of my colleagues are, I didn't think they were ready for your Juicy shorts and pink tube top.

What a bunch of sappy moms we have around here today. :blush: Is it contagious?

Thank you, Ellen. I really can't get into the digital scrapbooking..I love paper too much. We have a paper place up here by the name of "the Japanese Paper Place" I go into the store and melt. So much paper, all types of textures that I can look for hours.

Is anyone ready for Alex's outfits?

Aren't mom's suppose to be sappy? Isn't that our job?

Tink&Goofy

11-18-2007, 11:12 PM

What are you doing for Thanksgiving ?
We are going to my Mom and Step-dads. I think we are especially thankful to be with them this year.

Have you been drinking ? :D

Not yet....its still early here! :D

Do you think I should be doing my pre-report soon?
Yes! We are waiting! :wait:

Why is it when you get older it seems like you have less time to do things?
Its not less time - its just more things to do!! If only the days were 28hours long, I could probably catch up. :D

Just watching the kitties rough and tumble around the room. They are hilarious!
Time for a glass of wine. :wine: Anyone want some?

Dsnygirl

11-19-2007, 01:56 AM

Its not less time - its just more things to do!! If only the days were 28hours long, I could probably catch up. :D

Just watching the kitties rough and tumble around the room. They are hilarious!
Time for a glass of wine. :wine: Anyone want some?
28 hours?? You must be wonder woman... I think I need a 36 hour day!! :D

And yes, I'd love a glass of wine... too bad I'd also get fired!! :( Can I save it for Tuesday night?? (I've got to come back here tomorrow, too... )

Your kitties must be so much fun to watch... there's not a lot of rough & tumbling here -- just growling, hissing and terrorizing as Quincy slowly tries to drive Calvin out of his old, senile mind. Being 23 lbs, you'd think one swat would do it -- but Quincy just keeps going back for more... :boxing:

Tink&Goofy

11-19-2007, 02:09 AM

And yes, I'd love a glass of wine... too bad I'd also get fired!! :( Can I save it for Tuesday night?? (I've got to come back here tomorrow, too... )
I'll save some for you.....or...open up another bottle then! :D

Your kitties must be so much fun to watch... there's not a lot of rough & tumbling here -- just growling, hissing and terrorizing as Quincy slowly tries to drive Calvin out of his old, senile mind. Being 23 lbs, you'd think one swat would do it -- but Quincy just keeps going back for more... :boxing:
There was alot of hissing and growling the first day - obviously they did not remember they were brother and sister? :D But very quickly became buds. Although he is much bigger, they really take turns chasing each other. Its exhausting watching them!

Its snowing in the mountains here - actually down to about 1,500 ft (we are about 1,000). All we get is rain! Is it still snowing there?

pogo

11-19-2007, 07:08 AM

Good morning all...... cough, cough, hack, hack. We are still not well but we're better than yesterday and work won't wait for us.

I have a busy week lined up working three days and doing five days worth of work, with today being the easiest.

Thanksgiving dinner will be quiet here with just Patti, my brother and me ! My Mom and Dad ends up at my sisters house with about 40 to 50 people total. My son will be at his MIL and my daughter is having her in laws there. In case you are wondering, they all live about 150 miles from here. :(

We will all be together for Christmas and we are looking forward to that. :cloud9:

How many days, Caroleh ? :D

We are going to my Mom and Step-dads. I think we are especially thankful to be with them this year.

I hope you enjoy being with them for many more. :thumbsup:

Got to run....... make some money..... see you tonight maybe. :bolt:

Mickey'sGirl

11-19-2007, 08:46 AM

:hi: Mornin' everyone! :pixie: for ailing Cousins!

My friend who retired in March is coming to take me out for lunch today. Nothing else planned.... except ahem "work diligently"... Happy Monday to you all!

Have you ever imagined a world with no hypothetical situations? :funny:

Christine

11-19-2007, 09:00 AM

Good morning!

Off to a full day of errands (with the trip to the DMV being the cherry on top! :rolleyes:).

Ellen, I loved your article in the NY Times!

Is everyone getting geared up for turducken day?
:turkey: :donald: :chicken:

Who's looking forward to Black Friday? :shop: :spend:

disneydrmr

11-19-2007, 09:05 AM

Happy Monday everyone... at least it's a short week for most of us. Though some of us have to work Friday :mad:

Why does the sea reach the shore?

Are you sure it's the sea that reaches the shore? Maybe it's the shore that reaches the sea..

Not me. We thought we'd try some turducken!

Anyone want some?

I'd love to try some! I saw Paula Deen making it the other day on TV and thought it looked rather tasty!

Ellen's article (http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/18/jobs/18pre.html)is in the NYTimes today! Has anyone else seen it yet?

Thanks for posting this link! What an awesome article! Ellen - you are such a strong person! As always I hold you in my thoughts and prayers!

Just read it. What a great story! Wonder how many people will be applying to work at Ernst and Young now?

I am working on my resume right now! :D There's not too many companies out there like this... My company will give you a point if you miss work for a heart attack (yes! I'm serious - I KNOW it happened to a co-worker) Unless you were here and worked 5 hours before the heart attack occurred...

Good morning all....... we are still very sick today and it is the first time Patti and I have skipped going to church on Sunday since we have been together. And yes Ellen, I've washed my hands and used an anti bacterial cream before I typed this so as not to spread the germs.

So sorry you both are still so sick! You should've heard my pastor's sermon.. he preached that even if you are dying you should come to church cause what better place to die than in a church... I'm just not sure I'll buy into that thinking... and I'm sorry - but if you are sick STAY HOME and keep your germs to yourself! Don't worry Ellen - I have a huge can of Lysol and I'm spraying the thread every 15 minutes or so...

How do they get the duck to eat the chicken and then the turkey to eat the duck ???

:funny:

Why don't people ever offer to do the laundry?

Think it might have something to do with touching other people's undergarments maybe?

Anyone making anything yummy for dinner tonight? We're having ravioli... want some?

I didn't have to make any dinner yesterday. I went to my brother's house for my niece's birthday party and they had a spiral sliced ham, green beans and cheesy potatoe casserole! YUM! But if you have any of that ravioli left I wouldn't mind having some for my lunch today...

As long as its not Madonna's bras, we may be okay...those cone shape things scare me and the thought of Alex in them..oh, the horror!!!:scared:

No fear.. I don't think Alex would ever wear one of those pointed cone shape bras - remember - he likes to play tennis.. and I could just picture the tennis ball hitting his chest and sticking on one of those cones... :D would definitly hurt his already hurting game!

Good morning all...... cough, cough, hack, hack. We are still not well but we're better than yesterday and work won't wait for us.

Again, sorry you are still sick! Sure hope you beat this soon!

My friend who retired in March is coming to take me out for lunch today. Nothing else planned.... except ahem "work diligently"... Happy Monday to you all!

Hope you and your friend have a great time at lunch! Happy Monday to you too!

Caroleh

11-19-2007, 09:15 AM

28 hours?? You must be wonder woman... I think I need a 36 hour day!!

Your kitties must be so much fun to watch... there's not a lot of rough & tumbling here -- just growling, hissing and terrorizing as Quincy slowly tries to drive Calvin out of his old, senile mind. Being 23 lbs, you'd think one swat would do it -- but Quincy just keeps going back for more...

Blythe, it gets worse. My days got much shorter after the DD left. I'm not sure if its the empty nest needed to be filled and I found more things to do or if things just got busier. I've always worked 40 hour weeks and did crafty stuff, so I have no idea.

I had thought about getting another kitten to keep Mittens company, but I could see Mittens not being too friendly, especially if he had to share me. It took him a very long time to warm up to Gilles, and he only does that when I'm not around. I can see hissing, biting and fighting. Not a good thing!!

Good morning all...... cough, cough, hack, hack. We are still not well but we're better than yesterday and work won't wait for us.

How many days, Caroleh ? :D

:pixie::pixie: for my buddies. Get better soon you two!!!

11 more days!!!:mjump::goofy::donald::tigger: Do I look excited?

Caroleh

11-19-2007, 09:29 AM

I am working on my resume right now! :D There's not too many companies out there like this... My company will give you a point if you miss work for a heart attack (yes! I'm serious - I KNOW it happened to a co-worker) Unless you were here and worked 5 hours before the heart attack occurred...

No fear.. I don't think Alex would ever wear one of those pointed cone shape bras - remember - he likes to play tennis.. and I could just picture the tennis ball hitting his chest and sticking on one of those cones... :D would definitly hurt his already hurting game!

I'm lucky, I guess. With the company I work for, the manager and assistant manager get 6 paid sick days a year. There's no reward if you don't take them and you lose them at the end of the year. I lose a lot because I'm seldom sick and I have trouble getting time off. I'm taking Wednesday off as a sick day, but it was hard finding someone to work my hours for me. The past few years they have also given the one of us who goes to seminar a mental health day. With the regular staff, they get nothing, but at least they aren't pentalized for it.

Screen cleaner, please!!!! That image of Alex standing there in a cone shaped bra with 2 tennis balls stuck to it. :funny::haha: Maybe those cones is where he's hiding his pink golf balls.

Did I tell anyone that it's 11 more days until I go to WDW?

BriarRose0708

11-19-2007, 10:43 AM

Is everyone getting geared up for turducken day?
:turkey: :donald: :chicken:

Who's looking forward to Black Friday? :shop: :spend:
I can't WAIT for Thanksgiving, it's my all time favorite holiday! I talked with my dad about our menu the other day and he's going to make cornish game hen. I've never had it, has anyone? We're forgoing turkey because my sister is now a vegitarian and we don't want to waste so much of a big turkey between two of us.

I will be up early and at the mall doors on Friday! Bring it on!

Did I tell anyone that it's 11 more days until I go to WDW?

YAYAYAYAYA! The waiting game is the worst part, but the time will go by quickly!

So, how was everyone's weekend? I've been pretty busy but in a good way. My sister is here visiting and we went to a concert on Saturday. I have to work until noon on Wednesday and then I have 4 glorious days off!

Tink&Goofy

11-19-2007, 11:11 AM

Good morning all...... cough, cough, hack, hack. We are still not well but we're better than yesterday and work won't wait for us.
:pixie::pixie: Here's another dose of pixie dust for a speedy recovery!!

Good morning!

Off to a full day of errands (with the trip to the DMV being the cherry on top! .

Errands and shopping for me today, too! Gotta get some of that holiday stuff done! I'm usually almost done by Thanksgiving, and I've got a ways to go this year.

I had thought about getting another kitten to keep Mittens company, but I could see Mittens not being too friendly, especially if he had to share me. It took him a very long time to warm up to Gilles, and he only does that when I'm not around. I can see hissing, biting and fighting. Not a good thing!!
You can borrow Ziggy sometime. This cat has more energy!! But he is not always the most graceful! He gets going to fast sometimes, he can't stop when he gets to the door! :funny:

11 more days!!!:mjump::goofy::donald::tigger: Do I look excited?
I'm excited for you!!! Please, soak it all in for me!

I will be up early and at the mall doors on Friday! Bring it on!
Yep - I'm a friday shopper! Not the malls - I avoid them - but local stuff. My DH even likes to go with me! :jaw:

I'm off! Anyone have any coffee to go? It's pouring here (still) and I don't want to stop for coffee!

pogo

11-19-2007, 05:18 PM

Mornin' everyone! :pixie: for ailing Cousins!
Thanks Cousin.

Who's looking forward to Black Friday? I am...... I'm driving to my friends hunting camp for two days of hunting whitetails, playing cards and drinking beer ! :D

Again, sorry you are still sick! Sure hope you beat this soon!

Thanks !

:pixie: for my buddies. Get better soon you two!!!
Thanks Buddy ! Are you sure you don't want my cold ? :D

So, how was everyone's weekend? I've been pretty busy but in a good way. My sister is here visiting and we went to a concert on Saturday.
What concert ????:confused:

:pixie::pixie: Here's another dose of pixie dust for a speedy recovery!!
Thanks T&G....... I think I'm finally on the road to recovery. :D

pjbs35a

11-19-2007, 07:05 PM

Who remembers these guys ???
The Waltons: Where are they now?

“The Waltons” premiered in the fall of 1972, and the television drama about a rural family living in the mountains of Virginia in the 1930s was such a hit that it endured until 1981. TODAY’s Lester Holt recently sat down with most of “The Waltons” cast to talk about their experiences filming the show, and to find out what the actors are doing now. Here’s an update on each member of this beloved television family.

Olivia “Livie” Walton (Mom)
Michael Learned recently wrapped up a national tour of the stage version of “On Golden Pond,” co-starring Tom Bosley of “Happy Days” fame. Learned says her husband, three sons and five grandchildren are currently keeping her busy. You might have spotted her on the small screen last year when she guest-starred in a recurring role as Mrs. Wilk on the hit show “Scrubs.”

John Walton Sr. (Dad)
Ralph Waite just finished filming “Ace Ventura 3,” a prequel, in which he plays a 12-year old Ventura’s grandfather. He also guest-starred in a recent episode of “Cold Case.” Waite says he waited all his life to play King Lear on the stage, and thought he should be in his mid-70s to do so. He’s now played the role three times. In the 1990s you might have seen Waite on the big screen in “The Bodyguard” with Kevin Costner and “Cliffhanger” with Sylvester Stallone. Waite also ran for Congress in the 1990s — he lost that bid, and says he “learned his lesson” and doesn’t plan to run for office again.

John “John Boy” Walton Jr.
Richard Thomas is currently touring the country in the Roundabout Theatre’s stage production of “Twelve Angry Men.” Caution: The following information will make you feel old — Thomas now has not only children, but grandchildren. Since leaving “The Waltons,” Thomas has made more than 40 television movies and played numerous stage roles, including Hamlet and Richard II.

Jason Walton
Jon Walmsley says music has always been his first love, an interest that was actually written into the show for his character. He now spends most of his time as a guitarist, performing live and making recordings. He was actually playing a gig the day we filmed the interview with his cast mates. His band is called The Ravers — they play British rock music from the 1960s.

Mary Ellen Walton Willard
Judy Norton spent eight years writing and directing more than 40 shows for two theater companies in Canada. Norton is now raising an 11-year-old son and recently started her own stage show called “Judy Norton and Friends.” Norton says she’s rediscovered her love of singing, and recently recorded a demo.

Ben Walton
Eric Scott left acting behind not long after “The Waltons” ended to pursue a career in business. He’s now the vice president of a messenger service in Los Angeles, and the proud father of two daughters and a son.

Erin Walton
Mary McDonough can be seen in a recurring role as Mrs. Wilhoite in “The New Adventures of Old Christine,” and in the upcoming Hallmark Channel movie “Cadillac Jacks,” which will air December 23. Through the years she’s appeared on “ER,” “Will and Grace” and “Boston Legal,” and has been a special correspondent for “Entertainment Tonight.” She’s currently working on a book about her life. McDonough struggled with complications from silicone breast implants in her 20s, and has since started a nonprofit organization called In the Know, which is dedicated to educating women about their own health.

Elizabeth Walton
Kami Cotler, the youngest of the clan, decided acting was fine as a kid, but wanted to pursue a different career as an adult. She became a teacher, and in a twist of fate, found a teaching job in Nelson County, Va. — the area in which “Waltons” creator Earl Hamner grew up, and based the series on. She’s since become a mother of two, and moved back to the Los Angeles area, where she spent the last four years running a charter elementary school.

disneydeb

11-19-2007, 07:14 PM

Pogo,
I just saw that you and Patti aren't well.I am sending some of my super garlic chicken noodle soup. Eat two cups and call me in the morning, I would feel badly if you weren't able too!:D

I'm cooking Turkey Dinner for about 25 of my husbands inhaws and outlaws.

What wine?

BriarRose0708

11-19-2007, 07:45 PM

What concert ????:confused:

Third Eye Blind came to campus on Saturday. Feeling better?

trackbarroness

11-19-2007, 08:14 PM

That's awesome Nikki so did you go see them? :D
I brought more :bar: :bar: :bar:
that I'd bring more home for my extended family. :stir:
Okay who told Stitch to mis-behave today? :cool: Because Stitch was being very bad today. Okay he got lose in the theatres and ran amuck among the guests. Now was that bad of him or what? :thedolls:

alpro2

11-19-2007, 08:24 PM

I'm cooking Turkey Dinner for about 25 of my husbands inhaws and outlaws.

You have 25 husbands? You little :thedolls: you! So what is an inhaw?

disneydeb

11-19-2007, 08:35 PM

OOps! husband's in-laws and out-laws.....No, I wouldn't have more than one of those! I love the ONE I have very much though!

Where did all the cookies go?

Caroleh

11-19-2007, 09:08 PM

Are you sure you don't want my cold ? :D

Nope, I still don't want your cold. If someone, who shall remain nameless, would have worn a warmer coat during a meet, he may not be sick right now. Do I sound like a mommy now?:D

Where did all the cookies go?

I think Alex came back and ate them all.

Diane, I think we need to check Alex's tempiture...he didn't remark about his cone bra. Do we need to give him a rectal thermometer? Blythe, we'll give you that job!!!

Caroleh

11-19-2007, 10:45 PM

I've just posted my pre-trip report if anyone wants to read it. here's the link: http://www.intercot.com/discussion/showthread.php?p=1477580#post1477580

What everyone doing tomorrow?

ElenitaB

11-20-2007, 12:22 AM

What wine?
Emeril suggested zinfandel for Thanksgiving dinner. What do our JQ wine experts recommend?

Diane, I think we need to check Alex's tempiture...he didn't remark about his cone bra. Do we need to give him a rectal thermometer? Blythe, we'll give you that job!!!
Yikes! That's just scary! :eek: (Quick, Alex, use the back door while I distract her with :wine: Er, maybe I should rethink the back door? :blush:)

Gosh... today was a slow day around here, eh? I was busy busy at work fielding e-mails and IMs from colleagues from all over the country, some of whom I know and others who reached out with words of encouragement and questions re: their own situation. All in all a good day except for having to go into the City for a certain yearly exam to which women over 40, are subjected (ouch).

Well, tomorrow is now today, Carol. I'll have coffee ready for everyone in the morning.

Ben's not feeling well at all (I think he caught everyone's cold and seems to have a stomach ache too). I'm assuming he's going to school tomorrow but I'll just have to wait to see how he's feeling at 7:30. He does want to go to school though. I'm going to "see Jenny" and then will be back home to work, work, work.

Tink&Goofy

11-20-2007, 01:25 AM

Where did all the cookies go?
I don't know, but I could really use one...or two......

Emeril suggested zinfandel for Thanksgiving dinner. What do our JQ wine experts recommend?
Zinfandel is good...or Riesling....or whatever your happen to have!

A really good day off...followed by a really rough evening. DD13 is struggling in school, and we are at our wits end. Although I get very frustrated with her at times, I realize that most of it is not her fault. Her special needs go beyond just strictly hearing, and really affect the way she processes information - including homework assignments, projects and due dates, etc. I swear getting this one through school is going to kill me. We've been fighting the battle since she was one, and many times feel it is us against the world. Sorry to vent...its just been a rough evening.

On a brighter note, at least I don't have the added pressure of work this week! I got my holiday shopping under way, and its supposed to stop raining tomorrow!

Oh - and the cat learned how to open the bathroom door - so now I don't know how we will keep them from roaming around the house at night. Any suggestions?

Natazu

11-20-2007, 03:00 AM

Good morning all...... cough, cough, hack, hack. We are still not well but we're better than yesterday and work won't wait for us.
I sure hope Patti feels better very soon. Give her our best.

Have you ever imagined a world with no hypothetical situations? :funny:only hypothetically

Who's looking forward to Black Friday? :shop: :spend:We're planning to tailgate at Best Buy, maybe camp out about midnight, bring a heater, some games and a tv. Then be the first one in for the $100 laptops and $200 HDTVs. :thumbsup: Anyone want to come and hang out? You're all invited.

I can't WAIT for Thanksgiving, it's my all time favorite holiday! I talked with my dad about our menu the other day and he's going to make cornish game hen. I've never had it, has anyone? It's my favorite thing at Bellagio's buffet. They're light and delicate like pheasant but not as fatty.

Dsnygirl

11-20-2007, 03:12 AM

Who remembers these guys???
The Waltons: Where are they now?

Thanks Frankie!! I loved that show... pretty cool to see what they're all doing!! :thumbsup:

Okay who told Stitch to mis-behave today? Because Stitch was being very bad today. Okay he got lose in the theatres and ran amuck among the guests. Now was that bad of him or what?
Not at all!! I'd expect nothing less!! :stitch:

Where did all the cookies go?
You're asking Alex that question?? Do you really expect a straight answer???

Diane, I think we need to check Alex's tempiture...he didn't remark about his cone bra. Do we need to give him a rectal thermometer? Blythe, we'll give you that job!!!
Umm... no thanks.... I only do that to babies. ;) I don't think Alex would be my friend anymore....

What everyone doing tomorrow?
I was sleeping... then, believe it or not, I was playing my violin!!! I played until I was 18... haven't really played since. But Julia is interested in playing, so it made me get my violin out and start trying -- and I discovered I actually can still play! (Not that I don't need a lot of practice, mind you....) I've fallen in love with the musical score to PoC : At World's End, particularly the 12th and 13th songs... so I'm trying to play them by ear, until I can find the music. :blush:

Now, I'm at work... just playing for the moment...

Yikes! That's just scary! (Quick, Alex, use the back door while I distract her with wine. Er, maybe I should rethink the back door?)

:funny: What's up with all the comments re: back doors and Alex??? :rotfl:

Sorry to hear you had to go into the city for "that" appointment... not a fun reason to go!! I hope Ben is feeling better... I think things around our house are finally getting better.

That's awesome that you heard from so many friends and colleagues... it really was a great article! :)

Oh - and the cat learned how to open the bathroom door - so now I don't know how we will keep them from roaming around the house at night. Any suggestions?
First - sending you a :hug: for you and your DD... sorry it's been so tough. It's so hard when you're kids are struggling -- I hope things get better for her soon!
As far as your kitties... we had a similar problem, and we ended up propping a brick against the door so they couldn't push it open. (It's one of those "pretty" ones they paint to look like a house, etc... but I imagine anything large and heavy would work! Good luck!!)

Well, I'm off to surf the boards a little... I feel totally out of touch around here lately, as it's just been too busy to get on here much!! I hope you all have a good day today -- I'll see you later after I'm up!!

pogo

11-20-2007, 07:27 AM

Good morning all.... rise and shine ! Everybody ready for Tuesday ? :D

I've just posted my pre-trip report if anyone wants to read it. here's the link: http://www.intercot.com/discussion/showthread.php?p=1477580#post1477580

What everyone doing tomorrow?
Working.... and thanks for the link. :thumbsup:

Emeril suggested zinfandel for Thanksgiving dinner. What do our JQ wine experts recommend?

Zinfandel is good...or Riesling....or whatever your happen to have!
We like to have a "blush" or a light Rose', or RoseEh if your Canadian. They pair better with the dinner especially if you are having a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Don't forget a wonderful dessert wine like an "Ice wine" at the end. Mmmmmmmmmmmm. :D

I sure hope Patti feels better very soon. Give her our best.

She said "Thanks Jym and Rachel" ! What about me ? :(

You have 25 husbands? You little :thedolls: you! So what is an inhaw?

:funny:

Third Eye Blind came to campus on Saturday. Feeling better? A little bit..... thanks.

I was sleeping... then, believe it or not, I was playing my violin!!! I played until I was 18... haven't really played since. But Julia is interested in playing, so it made me get my violin out and start trying -- and I discovered I actually can still play! (Not that I don't need a lot of practice, mind you....) I've fallen in love with the musical score to PoC : At World's End, particularly the 12th and 13th songs... so I'm trying to play them by ear, until I can find the music.
Yet another thing we have in common. A lot of my family plays the violin. My Dad, daughter, and my grandson.... and I even have one that I can play a couple of tunes on. Dad is a member of the "Old Time Fiddlers Association and he hangs out at the Fiddlers Hall of Fame all the time. He practices every day for hours.

Caroleh

11-20-2007, 08:23 AM

A really good day off...followed by a really rough evening. DD13 is struggling in school, and we are at our wits end. Although I get very frustrated with her at times, I realize that most of it is not her fault. Her special needs go beyond just strictly hearing, and really affect the way she processes information - including homework assignments, projects and due dates, etc. I swear getting this one through school is going to kill me. We've been fighting the battle since she was one, and many times feel it is us against the world. Sorry to vent...its just been a rough evening.

:hug: It's so hard to watch our children struggle and it doesn't help that she's getting to that difficult age. It'll get better, Mom.

:funny: What's up with all the comments re: back doors and Alex??? :rotfl:

:secret: I'm trying to get a reaction from him. He just hasn't been the same since he met most of you.

Blythe, I found more cool things to do with my siloutte yesterday. I found out how to make clip art into die cuts!!! I did 7 pages yesterday. Hey, Buddy, all those house pictures are out of my purse now.:D Now it's just the kidlets to get done!!!

I have to work today. Surprising enough, I haven't had a lot of sleep, but I'm wide awake this morning, which might not be a good thing for my staff!!! Have a great day, Everyone!!!

Where's the cookies?

alpro2

11-20-2007, 08:29 AM

Diane, I think we need to check Alex's tempiture...he didn't remark about his cone bra. Do we need to give him a rectal thermometer? Blythe, we'll give you that job!!!
Ummmm, what is wrong with a cone bra anyway?

I didn't know I had a tempiture.

Yikes! That's just scary!
I think it will be more scary for Carol and Diane. :D

Umm... no thanks.... I only do that to babies. ;) I don't think Alex would be my friend anymore....

Who knows, with enough wine......:D

disneydrmr

11-20-2007, 09:21 AM

Wow, it's Tuesday.. Turkey day is nearing fast!

We're planning to tailgate at Best Buy, maybe camp out about midnight, bring a heater, some games and a tv. Then be the first one in for the $100 laptops and $200 HDTVs. Anyone want to come and hang out? You're all invited.

Can we go to Pancake Pantry afterwards for breakfast? :D

Okay who told Stitch to mis-behave today? Because Stitch was being very bad today. Okay he got lose in the theatres and ran amuck among the guests. Now was that bad of him or what?

Did you allow him to drink some coffee by chance? :stitch:

Diane, I think we need to check Alex's tempiture...he didn't remark about his cone bra. Do we need to give him a rectal thermometer? Blythe, we'll give you that job!!!

Eeeeewwwwww.... um, I really don't think taking his temperature is necessary... but maybe his eyes need checked.... all that traveling and looking up his flights and delays on those blinking airport boards... yep... his eyes are probably bad and he's just not able to read the thread as well as he used to.

What everyone doing tomorrow?

Well, your tomorrow is now my today...

I'm working. So far it's been quiet... all our customers are gonna wait until tomorrow to realize they are missing that one important item for their Thanksgiving meal and they will expect us to get it to them (and they will wait until about half an hour before we close before they call us... :mad:)

Gosh... today was a slow day around here, eh? I was busy busy at work fielding e-mails and IMs from colleagues from all over the country, some of whom I know and others who reached out with words of encouragement and questions re: their own situation. All in all a good day except for having to go into the City for a certain yearly exam to which women over 40, are subjected (ouch).

Ben's not feeling well at all (I think he caught everyone's cold and seems to have a stomach ache too).

Ouch.. hope your 'exam' went well... I'm sooo looking forward to starting those exams (NOT!).. That awesome that so many are reaching out to you... it was a great article! And to have such a network of support is great! You know that all of us here at JQ love you and are here for you also!

I do hope Ben recovers quickly. Poor guy! I'll gladly send him a nice big bowl of chicken noodle soup if that will help... I'll just call DDCNSDS (Drummerboy's Discount Chicken Noodle Soup Delivery Service)....

A really good day off...followed by a really rough evening. DD13 is struggling in school, and we are at our wits end. Although I get very frustrated with her at times, I realize that most of it is not her fault. Her special needs go beyond just strictly hearing, and really affect the way she processes information - including homework assignments, projects and due dates, etc. I swear getting this one through school is going to kill me. We've been fighting the battle since she was one, and many times feel it is us against the world. Sorry to vent...its just been a rough evening.

Sounds like you need a hug.... :hug: Hope today goes better for you and for your daughter.

I was sleeping... then, believe it or not, I was playing my violin!!! I played until I was 18... haven't really played since. But Julia is interested in playing, so it made me get my violin out and start trying -- and I discovered I actually can still play!

How awesome that you are still able to play. I used to play the flute and haven't played since high school and often wonder if I would even remember how to play it. Keep practicing... get Julia to learn and maybe the two of you can tour the country as a mother/daughter violin duet.

She said "Thanks Jym and Rachel" ! What about me ? :(

Poor Pogo... feels left out and forgotten... Pogo, I hope you feel better! Do you want me to send you a care package? Maybe some chicken noodle soup? A nice soft velour blankie? A teddy bear? A box of lotion kleenex? Some cold medicine? Poor poor Pogo... :hug: (oh no! ACK! I hugged him! Quick! Who has the lysol? Who has the antibacterial wipes? Degerm me! Hurry! :D)

I think it will be more scary for Carol and Diane.

Hey now! Leave me out of all that temperature talk... if you have a fever I'll take your word on it and send you a couple aspirin.. but I think you can take your own temperature!

Mickey'sGirl

11-20-2007, 09:32 AM

Who was responsible for keeping this thread disinfected? Well, you failed miserably! I feel absolutely horrible (though better than I did last night). DH made me CNS for dinner last night. It really does help. :pixie: for anyone who is still ailing!

and took the picture of the picture (http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/photo/2045481910093439642TCIQao).Terrific Carol! You are very talented.

We like to have a "blush" or a light Rose', or RoseEh if your Canadian.Goats Do Roam (from South Africa) has a terrific Rose. I really recommend it!:thumbsup:

A really good day off...followed by a really rough evening. DD13 is struggling in school, and we are at our wits end. Although I get very frustrated with her at times, I realize that most of it is not her fault. Her special needs go beyond just strictly hearing, and really affect the way she processes information - including homework assignments, projects and due dates, etc. I swear getting this one through school is going to kill me. We've been fighting the battle since she was one, and many times feel it is us against the world. Sorry to vent...its just been a rough evening.I think that homework will be the end of parents. Language processing is the biggest stress for sure...for both the child and the parent. Some nights I think that I just can't face it -- but we muddle through with a ton of patience and :pixie: . I am thinking of you!

Who knows, with enough wine......:DThat used to be my line -- and now look at me -- married with 2 kids. :blush:

I'm working. So far it's been quiet... all our customers are gonna wait until tomorrow to realize they are missing that one important item for their Thanksgiving meal and they will expect us to get it to them (and they will wait until about half an hour before we close before they call us... :mad:)Don't jinx yourself! I am :fingers: that the phones stay quiet!

Busy day today -- no rest for the sick and weary. I am home in order to take Euan for a 2 - 3 hour assessment to see if he is eligible for some special therapy. I know that they will determine he is too high functioning, so this is time wasted, but if I don't go, we'll miss out for sure! My brother suggested that I convince Euan to not speak and to poop on the doctor's desk in an effort to secure a spot in the group -- I don't think so....

Happy day to you all!:mickey:

offwego

11-20-2007, 10:10 AM

:
What was the best thing BEFORE sliced bread? Does Ken know?

I just read Ellen's article. Her sense of humour came through. Ellen you are a true inspiration!

Why don't people ever offer to do the laundry?;) It was a great article! And if it makes you feel better I did my mom's laundry when she had her hip replacement.

I have a huge can of Lysol and I'm spraying the thread every 15 minutes or so...
Spray more..I have the stomach flu too:sick:

I've never had it, has anyone?
It's good!

. What do our JQ wine experts recommend?.
Personally I'm fond of a lighter pinot noir (but then don't do a lot of "sweet" side with a turkey). If your doing something with more sugar try a resiling or guertzwimmer. (I'm not a huge fan of rose's to be honest unless one counts the odd spanish one with tapas type foods).

But a true zin (not the pink stuff) is always a hit in my world.

Do we have more soup here somewhere?

disneydrmr

11-20-2007, 10:38 AM

ATTENTION ALL JQERS: until further notice ALL JQers MUST disenfect themselves thoroughly before coming into the thread! We are too close to Thanksgiving to have so many germs wandering around here. There are cans of Lysol, antibacterial lotion and antibacterial wipes located at all entrances and exits to this thread. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

Don't jinx yourself! I am :fingers: that the phones stay quiet!

Busy day today -- no rest for the sick and weary. I am home in order to take Euan for a 2 - 3 hour assessment to see if he is eligible for some special therapy. I know that they will determine he is too high functioning, so this is time wasted, but if I don't go, we'll miss out for sure! My brother suggested that I convince Euan to not speak and to poop on the doctor's desk in an effort to secure a spot in the group -- I don't think so....

Unfortunately I'm not jinxing myself.. I am speaking out of experience as this is exactly what happens before EVERY holiday and for the 5 years I've been here... you would think these people would learn... Good luck on the assessment. I'm with you.. I would forgo the poop idea...

Spray more..I have the stomach flu too:sick:

Do we have more soup here somewhere?

Are you at work with that flu? If you are you march yourself right back home and put yourself to bed!

KEN! I think you need to reopen the JQ infirmary! Should we put out a call to Drummerboy's Discount Doctor's and Nurses to man the place?

Tink&Goofy

11-20-2007, 11:08 AM

First - sending you a :hug: for you and your DD... sorry it's been so tough. It's so hard when you're kids are struggling -- I hope things get better for her soon!
Thanks. I know we will get thru this somehow.

As far as your kitties... we had a similar problem, and we ended up propping a brick against the door so they couldn't push it open. (It's one of those "pretty" ones they paint to look like a house, etc... but I imagine anything large and heavy would work! Good luck!!)

The problem is, the door opens inward. So just how is he getting it open??

:hug: It's so hard to watch our children struggle and it doesn't help that she's getting to that difficult age. It'll get better, Mom.
Promise?

:
:secret: I'm trying to get a reaction from him. He just hasn't been the same since he met most of you.
Yah, now he can put faces with those that are poking at him......(oops - probably not the best wording after thermometer was mentioned....)

I think that homework will be the end of parents. Language processing is the biggest stress for sure...for both the child and the parent. Some nights I think that I just can't face it -- but we muddle through with a ton of patience and :pixie: . I am thinking of you!

Thanks Jenn. I know you understand the struggles better than most. Its tough when you know they have overcome so much - and still struggle. I think the problem is that she speaks so well, that everyone tends to forget that she is profoundly deaf, and therefore assumes she can function at the same rate as everyone else - and assumes she is "slacking" if she doesn't. Sometimes its a not win situation.
By the way, I emailed the picture to you from the meet. Sorry it was so late - I had major camera issues!!

Today is another day off from work! Yay!! Got errands to do, and cleaning to do. :ack:
Anyone have any grand ideas for dinner tonight?

offwego

11-20-2007, 11:13 AM

Yep and your the 2nd person to tell me who can't see me to go home. How can I look that bad without being seen?

[QUOTE=Tink&Goofy;1477929]Today is another day off from work! Yay!! Got errands to do, and cleaning to do. :ack:
Anyone have any grand ideas for dinner tonight? Sorry to read about your struggles with the education system. No great ideas for dinner. Aside of course from the much repeated soup idea. Perhaps it should be turkey soup?

And Jenn did you know that Loblaws sells frozen turducken? Just seems weird to me frankly. (I hope you enjoy it though Jenn)

Mickey'sGirl

11-20-2007, 11:41 AM

And Jenn did you know that Loblaws sells frozen turducken? Just seems weird to me frankly. (I hope you enjoy it though Jenn)
Can you say "Never in a million years!"? I hope you feel better soon. See ya. Gotta go. :mickey:

offwego

11-20-2007, 11:52 AM

Can you say "Never in a million years!"? I hope you feel better soon. See ya. Gotta go. :mickey:

Sorry I meant to say Christine (but was going to check to see how you were feeling). Does this mean I shouldn't try and write up some big credits?..I don't like having an unhappy tummy.

So do black friday sales spill into saturday?

alpro2

11-20-2007, 12:03 PM

Eeeeewwwwww.... um, I really don't think taking his temperature is necessary...

Hey now! Leave me out of all that temperature talk... if you have a fever I'll take your word on it and send you a couple aspirin.. but I think you can take your own temperature!
Awe c'mon Diane....it won't be that bad! :D

That used to be my line -- and now look at me -- married with 2 kids. :blush:

:rotfl: That is funny. Have you ever heard the expression...."there just isn't enough wine..."? :D

disneydrmr

11-20-2007, 12:14 PM

Hey! Look what I found out on the net! Did any of our JQ Diamond fans know this?

Neil Diamond reveals inspiration behind "Sweet Caroline"

LOS ANGELES — Neil Diamond held onto the secret for decades, but he has finally revealed that President Kennedy's daughter was the inspiration for his smash hit "Sweet Caroline."

"I've never discussed it with anybody before — intentionally," the 66-year-old singer-songwriter told The Associated Press on Monday during a break from recording. "I thought maybe I would tell it to Caroline when I met her someday."

He got his chance last week when he performed the song via satellite at Caroline Kennedy Schlossberg's 50th birthday party.

Diamond was a "young, broke songwriter" when a photo of the president's daughter in a news magazine caught his eye.

"It was a picture of a little girl dressed to the nines in her riding gear, next to her pony," Diamond recalled. "It was such an innocent, wonderful picture, I immediately felt there was a song in there."

Years later, holed up in a hotel in Memphis, he would write the words and music in less an hour.

"It was a No. 1 record and probably is the biggest, most important song of my career, and I have to thank her for the inspiration," he said. "I'm happy to have gotten it off my chest and to have expressed it to Caroline. I thought she might be embarrassed, but she seemed to be struck by it and really, really happy."

The enduring hit recently reappeared on the singles chart, thanks in part to the Boston Red Sox. "Sweet Caroline" is played at every home game.

"I think they consider it good luck," Diamond said, adding that the Red Sox have become his favorite baseball team.

The tune's return to the charts leaves Diamond "speechless," he said: "That song was written 40 years ago, so I am just overwhelmed by the fact that it has returned and that, more importantly, people have taken it into their hearts for so many years."

Diamond is currently at work on a new album, his second collaboration with producer Rick Rubin.

"We're both very excited about it," Diamond said. "I think it's going to be one of my best ever."

offwego

11-20-2007, 12:42 PM

Di I just got it out of my head and now you put it back. Does that seem fair to you? And how on earth does one google that?

BriarRose0708

11-20-2007, 01:25 PM

That's awesome Nikki so did you go see them? :D

Yep! My sis and I were big fans when they first came out about ten years ago (makes me feel old!) but I've never seen them. Steven Jenkins is an amazing performer, we were way in the back bleachers and could still feel the energy! Have you ever seen them?

It's my favorite thing at Bellagio's buffet. They're light and delicate like pheasant but not as fatty.
Thanks Jym, sounds delicious!

So do black friday sales spill into saturday?

And Sunday, and Monday, and even Tuesday!

How's everyone feeling? I've had my flu shot and take extra vitamin C so I should be okay! Does anyone need some tea?

ps- Who's listening to Christmas music already??

drummerboy

11-20-2007, 02:17 PM

I do hope Ben recovers quickly. Poor guy! I'll gladly send him a nice big bowl of chicken noodle soup if that will help... I'll just call DDCNSDS (Drummerboy's Discount Chicken Noodle Soup Delivery Service)....
Getting a batch ready right now. Do you want the extra rich, where we let the chicken walk through it a little longer?

Does Ken know?

I know a lot of things, but by the time I got this ready to answer, I forgot what it was I'm supposd to know in this instance. I think a good answer would be "maybe".

ATTENTION ALL JQERS: until further notice ALL JQers MUST disenfect themselves thoroughly before coming into the thread! We are too close to Thanksgiving to have so many germs wandering around here. There are cans of Lysol, antibacterial lotion and antibacterial wipes located at all entrances and exits to this thread. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
KEN! I think you need to reopen the JQ infirmary! Should we put out a call to Drummerboy's Discount Doctor's and Nurses to man the place?
We are going a different route. DDDS (Drummerboy Discount Disinfecting Services) is coming in. We have a secret patented process, so I can't let you know how we're going to do it, but I promise it won't hurt that much.

ps- Who's listening to Christmas music already??
I think I mentioned that our band has been rehearsing Christmas music since August. I've been listening to TransSiberian Orchestra in the car.

drummerboy

11-20-2007, 02:20 PM

Oh yeah, Nat was asking if I knew what was the best thing since before sliced bread. would that be sliced cheese?

offwego

11-20-2007, 02:36 PM

Oh yeah, Nat was asking if I knew what was the best thing since before sliced bread. would that be sliced cheese?

I was thinking molasses uphill perhaps? And was the sliced cheese sliced cheese or sliced oil?

Dsnygirl

11-20-2007, 05:45 PM

Yet another thing we have in common. A lot of my family plays the violin. My Dad, daughter, and my grandson.... and I even have one that I can play a couple of tunes on. Dad is a member of the "Old Time Fiddlers Association and he hangs out at the Fiddlers Hall of Fame all the time. He practices every day for hours.
How cool is that!! I'm hoping I can hook up with someone as I find a teacher for Julia, so I can play again and not just in my house... I'd love to be a part of something again! We'll see... :cool:

I'm trying to get a reaction from him. He just hasn't been the same since he met most of you.

That's just because we're all so sweet... :D

That's cool what you're doing w/ the Silhouette -- the page you did for the frame from Jenn is awesome!!

Who knows, with enough wine......:D
:blush: ... and who said Alex wasn't a sweet-talker???

Who was responsible for keeping this thread disinfected? Well, you failed miserably! I feel absolutely horrible (though better than I did last night).
Jenn, I hope you're feeling better this evening!! :hug:

The problem is, the door opens inward. So just how is he getting it open??

Anyone have any grand ideas for dinner tonight?
What kind of door handles do you have?? When we had "swing" handles, our Calvin was able to open any door he wanted -- he just reached up and pulled the handle down. Crazy how they watch us and figure that stuff out.... Other than that, I have no idea how he'd do it... gotta be some of that "kitty magic" that we all love so much.... :crazy:

As far as dinner... if "grand" translates into "pasta again", then that's our plans.... :blush:

Di I just got it out of my head and now you put it back. Does that seem fair to you?
Nope -- not at all!! Torture through suggestion, more likely!! Now it's stuck back in my head, too...

I think I mentioned that our band has been rehearsing Christmas music since August. I've been listening to TransSiberian Orchestra in the car.
:cloud9: Don't you love them??? We went to see them last year, and it was amazing... and hearing the electric violin -- now, I've got to get me one of those!!!

How's everyone's day ending today?? I was up early to go run errands and now I've got a fair amount of baking to do... I'm bringing two pumpkin chiffon pies and some cherry eggnog bread to my MIL's on Thursday.

See you all in a few hours maybe...

dlpmikki

11-20-2007, 05:57 PM

I hope everyone who has been feeling unwell feels better soon :sick:

I hope you all have an enjoyable Thanksgiving and black friday excitement / bargains. I did that once over there - never again! We have Turkey (or Turducken or suchlike) at Christmas. Do you have it then?

Our village is having a Christmas Craft Fair on Sunday. Anyone want to come and spend lots of money? :D Sorry Nat - no shoes on sale :(

Caroleh

11-20-2007, 06:48 PM

ATTENTION ALL JQERS: until further notice ALL JQers MUST disenfect themselves thoroughly before coming into the thread! We are too close to Thanksgiving to have so many germs wandering around here. There are cans of Lysol, antibacterial lotion and antibacterial wipes located at all entrances and exits to this thread. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

Unfortunately I'm not jinxing myself.. I am speaking out of experience as this is exactly what happens before EVERY holiday and for the 5 years I've been here... you would think these people would learn...

Forget Thanksgiving..I'm thinking a trip here. What's really scary..all these people that are sick was at the Niagara Falls meet. I don't want to jinx it but so far there's at least one family that is doing pretty good and they better stay that way!!!

Isn't it that way for every business? We're always closed Christmas Day and up here the day after is Boxing Day, so we're also closed that day. The next day we always get yelled at about being closed for 2 days.

:pixie::pixie::pixie::pixie: for everyone that is sick...I love ya all, but stay away from me!!!!

I see my plan worked, I got Alex being himself again!!!!

Thank you, Blythe about the frame. Gilles actually told someone on Sunday that it really has more then paid for itself already.

trackbarroness

11-20-2007, 07:12 PM

Oopsies Stitch must have drank my coffee yesterday and today. And I think he might have also run amuck on TTA as well. Because we had trouble over in Space Mountain today also. I think Stitch just wanted to spread the joy? :D
Now now Ken dear I'm suffering from allergies here not a cold.

Tink&Goofy

11-20-2007, 07:45 PM

Have you ever heard the expression...."there just isn't enough wine..."? :D
I agree. :yes:

ps- Who's listening to Christmas music already??
I am!! I just bought the new Josh Groban Christmas CD - its wonderful!!

What kind of door handles do you have?? When we had "swing" handles, our Calvin was able to open any door he wanted -- he just reached up and pulled the handle down. Crazy how they watch us and figure that stuff out.... Other than that, I have no idea how he'd do it... gotta be some of that "kitty magic" that we all love so much.... :crazy:
We have the lever type door handles. So he stands on the edge of the pedestal sink, and leans on the lever. I just can't figure out how he actually pull it inward to get it open!!

Isn't it that way for every business? We're always closed Christmas Day and up here the day after is Boxing Day, so we're also closed that day. The next day we always get yelled at about being closed for 2 days.
OK, so educate us non-Canadians. What is Boxing Day eh??

I think someone knew I was at my wits end last night - and even provided a break from the clouds and rain today. Nothing like a little sunshine to lift the spirits! Doesn't solve the problems, but keeps ya going in the mean time! Hope everyone had a wonderful day!

ElenitaB

11-20-2007, 08:03 PM

I washed my hands and used Purell. I just don't know how long I can hold my breath though...

You have 25 husbands? You little :thedolls: you! So what is an inhaw?
Inhaw is the INTERCOT for Hee-Haw fans.

KEN! I think you need to reopen the JQ infirmary! Should we put out a call to Drummerboy's Discount Doctor's and Nurses to man the place?
Is Captain Jack coming back? Is he bringing the rum? That might help some of the cold-sufferers.

Getting a batch ready right now. Do you want the extra rich, where we let the chicken walk through it a little longer?
Wow... you let the chickens walk through the soup? The last discount place we ordered from only had a picture of a chicken on the wall while they were cooking their soup.

So here's my question for Thursday: sweet potatoes or mashed?

pjbs35a

11-20-2007, 08:09 PM

What about mushroom flavored ???

Enjoy A Refreshing Ham Soda

Company offers holiday beverages with bizarre flavors

Flavors include ham, Christmas tree, latkes, jelly doughnut

Past offerings have included turkey, green pea, perspiration, dirt

Coming soon next to the Coke and Pepsi in a store near you: ham-and latke-flavored soda to make your holiday feast complete.

Jones Soda's Christmas Pack flavors are Sugar Plum, Egg Nog, Christmas Tree and Christmas Ham.

It even will be kosher, the company making it says -- including the ham.

Jones Soda Co., the Seattle-based purveyor of offbeat fizzy water, is selling holiday-themed limited-edition packs of flavored sodas.

The Christmas pack will feature such flavors as Sugar Plum, Christmas Tree, Egg Nog and Christmas Ham. The Hanukkah pack will have Jelly Doughnut, Apple Sauce, Chocolate Coins and Latkes sodas.

"As always, both packs are kosher and contain zero caffeine," Jones said in a statement.

The packs will go on sale Sunday, with a portion of the proceeds to be given to charity, the company said.

Jones' products feature original label art and frequently odd flavors. Last year's seasonal pack was Thanksgiving-themed, with Green Pea, Sweet Potato, Dinner Roll, Turkey and Gravy, and Antacid sodas.

For its contract to supply soda to Qwest Field, home of the Seattle Seahawks, Jones came up with Perspiration, Dirt, Sports Cream and Natural Field Turf. The company -- fortunately or unfortunately -- prides itself on the accuracy of the taste.

Jones also makes more traditional flavors, including root beer, cherry and strawberry sodas.

Mickey'sGirl

11-20-2007, 08:25 PM

Enjoy A Refreshing Ham SodaDisgusting. Jones certainly comes up with the flavours, eh? :sick:

:hi: Mikki! I would love to come to your fair on the weekend. Could you send me the airfare? :blush:

:pixie: for continued health improvements ... and extra strength :pixie: to keep the germs at bay Carol!

Boxing Day is December 26th, the Feast of Stephen. I was always told its origins were with the exchange of gifts outside the home on that day .... Boxing Day is a huge deal in our world. Christmas is the big family deal in Canada, and Boxing Day allows us to make all of the rounds! WE also "fry-up" the remnant turkey, stuffing, mashed and turnip and eat it on Boxing Day. There are always leftovers, so you are all welcome to join us!:mickey:

trackbarroness

11-20-2007, 08:29 PM

What? no Birch beer Frankie?
I guess I'll settle for the root beer. :D
Weren't you just down here at WDW taking notes around umm Astro orbitor/TTA recently? :spy:

Caroleh

11-20-2007, 08:38 PM

OK, so educate us non-Canadians. What is Boxing Day eh??

Boxing Day is December 26th, the Feast of Stephen. I was always told its origins were with the exchange of gifts outside the home on that day .... Boxing Day is a huge deal in our world. Christmas is the big family deal in Canada, and Boxing Day allows us to make all of the rounds! WE also "fry-up" the remnant turkey, stuffing, mashed and turnip and eat it on Boxing Day. There are always leftovers, so you are all welcome to join us!:mickey:

Thanks, Jenn. Gilles tells me that Boxing Day is an English tradition. When you exchange gifts with friends...Jenn's version is what it really is. Maybe Mikki will come along and tell us what it really is all about!!! All I know, it's a paid holiday!!!:D

I like Jones soda's!! I just don't get into the really weird flavours, but I do like bubblegum!!!

Who took the question jar?

drummerboy

11-20-2007, 09:51 PM

Now now Ken dear I'm suffering from allergies here not a cold.
WE bring the blow torch to 'remove' all the allergens.

Wow... you let the chickens walk through the soup? The last discount place we ordered from only had a picture of a chicken on the wall while they were cooking their soup.
Told you it was rich.

Everybody got their huge amounts of comestibles on stock for Thursday? DW really shines on Thanksgiving--she brings out all my favorite recipes.

pjbs35a

11-20-2007, 09:57 PM

Weren't you just down here at WDW taking notes around umm Astro orbitor/TTA recently? :spy:

Was I that obvious ???
(Note to self: Must work on :spy: disguises. Toss the 70's outfits !!!)

Dsnygirl

11-20-2007, 10:28 PM

We have Turkey (or Turducken or suchlike) at Christmas. Do you have it then?

Nope... we do roast beef and yorkshire pudding... yummmm!!!
Wish I could come to your craft fair...

We have the lever type door handles. So he stands on the edge of the pedestal sink, and leans on the lever. I just can't figure out how he actually pull it inward to get it open!!

What a smart little :thedolls:!! It was probably an accident, and then he figured it out... good luck!! :D
Glad to see you finally got some :sun:!! It really does help, doesn't it??

I washed my hands and used Purell. I just don't know how long I can hold my breath though...

So here's my question for Thursday: sweet potatoes or mashed?
Are you breathing yet??? :faint:

We do mashed... my mom always did both, as she loved the sweet ones, but us kids - not so much. What are you having??

What about mushroom flavored ???

Enjoy A Refreshing Ham Soda

:sick:

WE also "fry-up" the remnant turkey, stuffing, mashed and turnip and eat it on Boxing Day. There are always leftovers, so you are all welcome to join us!:mickey:
How does about 1 pm sound??? :)

Well, my pie crusts are done and some stuff is packed... now it's time for bed, I'm beat. How's everyone else doing?? I hope you're all having a good night... sleep tight!!

Dsnygirl

11-20-2007, 10:31 PM

Is Captain Jack coming back? Is he bringing the rum? That might help some of the cold-sufferers.

I believe I see his ship on the horizon... definitely full of rum, too! He's been off pirating, again... :pirate: Now for the big question - how long will the rum last around here?? :eyes: :trio: :faint:

dlpmikki

11-21-2007, 02:56 AM

Boxing day? It's a day off for those who still work ;) My understanding is that it got it's name because that was the day you gave the tradesmen their christmas boxes - which in the begining had the leftover food from christmas day. We still call the extra tips we give people like the postman and refuse collector a 'christmas box'.

For those of you who can't make it to our Christmas Fair pm with your address and I'll send you one of our special Christmas Cards and our yearly newsletter with pictures of what Andrew and I have been up to. Apart from Disney there will be a spitfire, Sir Isaac newton and a canadian included :D Does that sound confusing yet?

Caroleh

11-21-2007, 05:16 AM

Good Morning!!!! How come is it, when you have a day off your up earlier then when you have to work? Or is it vacation is so close, I need to do a ton of stuff and between now and my vacation I have 2 days off?:D

Since Mikki mentioned Christmas cards, who's got their's done? I don't and I usually make mine. I make them for my staff, Gilles co-workers and my family. My family usually gets theirs after Christmas!!! But then I usually receive the card from them after Christmas too!!!

So, what's everyone up to today?

pogo

11-21-2007, 07:13 AM

Good morning all......... everybody excited for the holiday ? :confused:

Sorry but just zooping in and out. Gotta run. :bolt: Hope to be on later. :sadwave:

drummerboy

11-21-2007, 08:30 AM

Was I that obvious ???
(Note to self: Must work on :spy: disguises. Toss the 70's outfits !!!)
Q has been telling you for years to ditch the bell bottoms. And collars really don't touch the end fo your shoulders any more.

This is WedFriday for me. Anybody else? I'm excited about seeing the grandyounguns but not about the drive.

Caroleh

11-21-2007, 08:41 AM

Have you ever had one of those moments in real life when you are reminded of JQ?

This morning I went to the laundry room to do the :laundry: and on the radio "Sweet Caroline" was on. I broke out laughing. I came back up to the apartment and told Gilles and he started laughing. I think I'm having a great day even though T & G sent her rain this way. When I went down to throw the laundry into the dryer, I found a toonie (for all you non-Canadians a $2 coin).

disneydrmr

11-21-2007, 09:03 AM

Happy Turkey Day eve! Everyone excited to see the Macy's Day Parade in the AM? Any of our NYers gonna go see it in person? I went to the grocery last night thinking I'd beat the "I forgot my Turkey rush" tonight.. but I guess everyone remembered a day early - it was packed!

Di I just got it out of my head and now you put it back. Does that seem fair to you? And how on earth does one google that?

Sorry - let me help you get that song out of your head... :sing: It's a world of laughter a world of tears it's a world of hope and a world of fears...:sing:

Didn't google it - it was an actual news headline.

ps- Who's listening to Christmas music already??

I started listening this week. One of our local stations has been playing it non stop since Halloween. I tuned in on Monday. I switched out our cd player at home this AM so now it's full of Christmas music also.

We are going a different route. DDDS (Drummerboy Discount Disinfecting Services) is coming in. We have a secret patented process, so I can't let you know how we're going to do it, but I promise it won't hurt that much.

Will this be anything like how the CDA works in Monstropolis when they disinfect Monsters that have come in contact with human children?

Our village is having a Christmas Craft Fair on Sunday. Anyone want to come and spend lots of money?

I waited until today to answer this question cause I was hoping I'd wake up, come in to work and check my Mega Millions Lottery Tickets to find I was a big winner.. but since I didn't even get ONE single number I guess I'll have to pass this year. :( Maybe next year!

Forget Thanksgiving..I'm thinking a trip here. What's really scary..all these people that are sick was at the Niagara Falls meet. I don't want to jinx it but so far there's at least one family that is doing pretty good and they better stay that way!!!

Keep spraying that Lysol, using your purell and taking your vitamins!

Is Captain Jack coming back? Is he bringing the rum? That might help some of the cold-sufferers.

So here's my question for Thursday: sweet potatoes or mashed?

Um, I believe if Captain Jack came back to run the infirmary we'd have an influx of sickies arriving for him to attend to.

We always have mashed. I really love sweet potatos though, but since Mom doesn't we just stick with the mashed regular ones.

What about mushroom flavored ???

Enjoy A Refreshing Ham Soda

Company offers holiday beverages with bizarre flavors

Flavors include ham, Christmas tree, latkes, jelly doughnut

Past offerings have included turkey, green pea, perspiration, dirt

Coming soon next to the Coke and Pepsi in a store near you: ham-and latke-flavored soda to make your holiday feast complete.

Jones Soda's Christmas Pack flavors are Sugar Plum, Egg Nog, Christmas Tree and Christmas Ham.

It even will be kosher, the company making it says -- including the ham.

Jones Soda Co., the Seattle-based purveyor of offbeat fizzy water, is selling holiday-themed limited-edition packs of flavored sodas.

The Christmas pack will feature such flavors as Sugar Plum, Christmas Tree, Egg Nog and Christmas Ham. The Hanukkah pack will have Jelly Doughnut, Apple Sauce, Chocolate Coins and Latkes sodas.

"As always, both packs are kosher and contain zero caffeine," Jones said in a statement.

The packs will go on sale Sunday, with a portion of the proceeds to be given to charity, the company said.

Jones' products feature original label art and frequently odd flavors. Last year's seasonal pack was Thanksgiving-themed, with Green Pea, Sweet Potato, Dinner Roll, Turkey and Gravy, and Antacid sodas.

For its contract to supply soda to Qwest Field, home of the Seattle Seahawks, Jones came up with Perspiration, Dirt, Sports Cream and Natural Field Turf. The company -- fortunately or unfortunately -- prides itself on the accuracy of the taste.

Jones also makes more traditional flavors, including root beer, cherry and strawberry sodas.

I LOVE Jones Soda... but I stick with the NORMAL flavors - I did almost buy the Thanksgiving Pack last year as a gag gift for our company Christmas party - but found a throw at WDW that I bought and used instead.

Boxing Day is December 26th, the Feast of Stephen. I was always told its origins were with the exchange of gifts outside the home on that day .... Boxing Day is a huge deal in our world. Christmas is the big family deal in Canada, and Boxing Day allows us to make all of the rounds! WE also "fry-up" the remnant turkey, stuffing, mashed and turnip and eat it on Boxing Day. There are always leftovers, so you are all welcome to join us!

Seeing as how I will be working that day would you be willing to make a delivery to my office? I'm sure a lot of my co-workers would gladly place an order with you and pay for a nice lunch!

I like Jones soda's!! I just don't get into the really weird flavours, but I do like bubblegum!!!

Oh yeah! I LOVE the Bubblegum flavor! That one and the Green apple! YUM!

Everybody got their huge amounts of comestibles on stock for Thursday? DW really shines on Thanksgiving--she brings out all my favorite recipes.

So are you saying your DW doesn't shine on any other day? Or just not as brightly?

Nope... we do roast beef and yorkshire pudding... yummmm!!!

Well, my pie crusts are done and some stuff is packed... now it's time for bed, I'm beat. How's everyone else doing?? I hope you're all having a good night... sleep tight!!

YUM! Roast beef and yorkshire pudding! What time is dinner? :D

So, if your pie crusts are done - then when will your PIEs themselves be done?

Boxing day? It's a day off for those who still work ;) My understanding is that it got it's name because that was the day you gave the tradesmen their christmas boxes - which in the begining had the leftover food from christmas day. We still call the extra tips we give people like the postman and refuse collector a 'christmas box'.

I've really learned a lot today.. thanks for all the info on boxing day! Here in America I guess you could call the 26th Boxing Day also as it's the usual day that all the 'unwanted' and 'unliked' Christmas gifts get thrown back into their boxes and then stuffed into a closet to await the 'joy' of being used as a 'regift' the following year! :D

Since Mikki mentioned Christmas cards, who's got their's done?
So, what's everyone up to today?

I haven't even started my cards, and may not even do them this year. I may just send cards out to those who send me a card...

What am I up to? Working :(... already we are taking tons of calls of customers needing pies, rolls, gravy, etc for Thanksgiving tomorrow.. and we do not have our 'hotshot' driver today as he is on a regular truck making deliveries.. so we have no way of getting the 'emergency' deliveries done... yep.. gonna be a long day!

Good morning all......... everybody excited for the holiday ?
Sorry but just zooping in and out. Gotta run. :bolt: Hope to be on later.

You've been doing a lot of zooping in and out lately.. do you not like us anymore? LIfe is too short for all that zooping.. you need to take more time and stop and smell the roses and talk to your friends here at JQ... we miss you when you are not around!

This is WedFriday for me. Anybody else? I'm excited about seeing the grandyounguns but not about the drive.

Nope.. this is just Wednesday for me... I have tomorrow off, but have to work on Friday. DH gets a 4 day weekend... he better not even THINK about sleeping in Friday when I get up to go to work!

Hope you have a safe trip to see the grandyoungun Ken!

offwego

11-21-2007, 09:09 AM

Sorry Nat - no shoes on sale :( And that's a sale? We (and I have to admit only for the last few years) do beef tenderloin for Christmas (it's faster then a turkey but I'll tell you buying the one for 9 people this year was a bit $$)

OK, so educate us non-Canadians. What is Boxing Day eh??
There are also lots of boxing day sales as well. (but they don't start at 4am)

So here's my question for Thursday: sweet potatoes or mashed? Have you ever mixed them about half/half and treated them like regular mash? (ie just butter/milk/cream no sugary stuff) Very yummy!

Everybody got their huge amounts of comestibles on stock for Thursday? DW really shines on Thanksgiving--she brings out all my favorite recipes.
Like what exactly? I'm making turkey Sunday and was looking for some sides..

For those of you who can't make it to our Christmas Fair pm with your address and I'll send you one of our special Christmas Cards and our yearly newsletter with pictures of what Andrew and I have been up to. Apart from Disney there will be a spitfire, Sir Isaac newton and a canadian included :D Does that sound confusing yet? that sounds neat I may take you up on this!!

Since Mikki mentioned Christmas cards, who's got their's done?
Mine are one third done (weirdly I don't do them for family) I have over 100 to do (clients and business assoicates). It take a while to sign your name that often. (plus my signature only uses my first initial so I have to spell my first name out which I never do so I really have to pay attention or I just sign like normal)

Have you ever had one of those moments in real life when you are reminded of JQ?. Often...it's weird isn't it?

BriarRose0708

11-21-2007, 10:01 AM

I can not WAIT for tomorrow!!!! Who's excited? My favorite part of the day is getting up early and watching the parade. All three glorious hours! Then the dog show, and then dinner!

Whoot for all the Christmas music going on, I've got my Christmas With the Rat Pack CD in right now.

Hope you all have a great day!

Dsnygirl

11-21-2007, 10:04 AM

Good morning all.... just zooping in for a moment, as I've got to finish my baking and laundry and packing and cleaning and... okay, I really shouldn't even be on here.... :blush:

So, what's everyone up to today?
See above...

This is WedFriday for me. Anybody else? I'm excited about seeing the grandyounguns but not about the drive.
Nope... I've still got to work tonight... and I agree about the drive!! I can't wait to get together with Dan's family - I just wish it was only "down the road apiece"!

So, if your pie crusts are done - then when will your PIEs themselves be done?

They'll be done later today... as they're a chiffon pumpkin pie, I don't like to do them any earlier than I have to so they don't "fall". But, I'm sleeping tomorrow and then driving 2 hrs to our dinner, so they'll have to get finished up today! :D

I wish I was seeing the parade tomorrow... I'm afraid I'll sleep through it. :( But, I'll make sure Dan has it on for the girls - they love to see the balloons, and of course, Santa at the end!! I'd love to see it in person some day...

I hope you all have a good day today - I'm sure I'll zoop in later, once some of my work gets done. I slept in a little to catch up on my sleep - now, I've got to catch up on everything else!! Bye all!

offwego

11-21-2007, 10:09 AM

I hope you all have a good day today - I'm sure I'll zoop in later, once some of my work gets done. I slept in a little to catch up on my sleep - now, I've got to catch up on everything else!! Bye all!

Hope you get some stuff done soon. So is pie a critcal component of the whole thanksgiving deal? I wonder how that started?

disneydrmr

11-21-2007, 10:37 AM

I can not WAIT for tomorrow!!!! Who's excited? My favorite part of the day is getting up early and watching the parade. All three glorious hours! Then the dog show, and then dinner!
Hope you all have a great day!

Yeah, I hope to catch some of the dog show also.. but since my nieces will be up I have this feeling it'll be non stop High School Musical playing.... (maybe I'll take up drinking tomorrow? :D)

Hope you have a great day also!

They'll be done later today... as they're a chiffon pumpkin pie, I don't like to do them any earlier than I have to so they don't "fall". But, I'm sleeping tomorrow and then driving 2 hrs to our dinner, so they'll have to get finished up today! :D

That sounds yummy! I knew cakes could fall.. but I've never heard of a pie falling... can't you outfit it with a parachute? :D

Hope you get some stuff done soon. So is pie a critcal component of the whole thanksgiving deal? I wonder how that started?

Is pie a critical component? Oh my! YES YES a hundred times YES! The most popular pie is Pumpkin.. then I would say comes Pecan, then probably a Sweet Potato Pie... but you HAVE to have some type of pie.. it's a law! ;)

disneydeb

11-21-2007, 11:23 AM

I just wanted to stop in for a quick HI! to all my JQ buddies. I'm baking for family, taking care of Gage, laundry, and everything else. I need speed cleaning Pixie Dust! Anyone have any?:D

trackbarroness

11-21-2007, 12:11 PM

Yeah those bell bottoms were a "dead" give away. :D plus the trench coat also.
If you come dressed as one of us you would blend in until a person actually needs a "real" CM. :D Lololol
Oh did I tell you my "bosses" were sweet to us CM's on Moon day err I mean Monday?

Dsnygirl

11-21-2007, 12:32 PM

Hope you get some stuff done soon. So is pie a critcal component of the whole thanksgiving deal? I wonder how that started?
I'm getting there!! And yes, pie is almost as important as the turkey!! My family would riot if it was forgotten... :D

but since my nieces will be up I have this feeling it'll be non stop High School Musical playing.... (maybe I'll take up drinking tomorrow?)

Is pie a critical component? Oh my! YES YES a hundred times YES! The most popular pie is Pumpkin.. then I would say comes Pecan, then probably a Sweet Potato Pie... but you HAVE to have some type of pie.. it's a law!
Did someone say High School Musical?? It's all I've heard all morning... they've got the soundtrack playing, over & over & over... and they're singing and dancing... quite a sight!! Good thing I enjoy the music... :blush:

We're having pecan pie, too... my BIL's bringing it!! Yummmm!! :cloud9:

I just wanted to stop in for a quick HI! to all my JQ buddies. I'm baking for family, taking care of Gage, laundry, and everything else. I need speed cleaning Pixie Dust! Anyone have any?
I'll send you some if you'll send some speed packing pixie dust.... :pixie:

Oh did I tell you my "bosses" were sweet to us CM's on Moon day err I mean Monday?
What'd they do???

Okay -- I'm outta here... back to business... or should I say busyness?? :silly:

Mickey'sGirl

11-21-2007, 01:11 PM

Happy Turkey Day eve! Everyone excited to see the Macy's Day Parade in the AM? Green Day did a song back in the day called "Macy's Day Parade" I like it. Want me to sing it for you?

Good morning all.... just zooping in for a moment, as I've got to finish my baking and laundry and packing and cleaning and... okay, I really shouldn't even be on here.... :blush:
Have fun Blythe! Enjoy your holiday with Dan's family!

I need speed cleaning Pixie Dust! Anyone have any?:DSorry to say -- If I did, I would have used it up by now! Enjoy your holiday tomorrow!

Just a quick zoop -- before heading out again. Happy Wednesday everyone!

Nascfan

11-21-2007, 02:09 PM

Is the :turkey: ready yet? :eat:

offwego

11-21-2007, 02:11 PM

Is the :turkey: ready yet? :eat:

Is it supposed to be cooked a day ahead? Or are you just a sandwich fan? Nice to see you Scott!

Dsnygirl

11-21-2007, 02:55 PM

Have fun Blythe! Enjoy your holiday with Dan's family!

:hi: Jenn!! Thanks!

Is the :turkey: ready yet? :eat:
Is somebody ready to eat?? (Hi Scott!! Nice to see you!! :))

Just a quick zoop in... pies are done, bread just needs glazing, miscallaneous stuff we've got to take is packed... now for the clothes packing! :ack: Anybody want to do it for me???

offwego

11-21-2007, 03:04 PM

:hi: Jenn!! Thanks!

Is somebody ready to eat?? (Hi Scott!! Nice to see you!! :))

Just a quick zoop in... pies are done, bread just needs glazing, miscallaneous stuff we've got to take is packed... now for the clothes packing! :ack: Anybody want to do it for me???

The packing or the eating? And do you really want some of us to pack for you? I mean I'll cover the shoes but Alex could give you some really odd things.

Caroleh

11-21-2007, 03:28 PM

Boy has this been a busy day!!!! Did the laundry, then headed out to return something I bought Sunday, I finally found some sneakers and mary jane crocs for the trip, I hemmed my jeans that I had pinned up for the meet, and so far I've finished 1 page of Quinn's pictures. I love days like this!!!! Scary thing is..I did all this with no caffeine.

The packing or the eating? And do you really want some of us to pack for you? I mean I'll cover the shoes but Alex could give you some really odd things.

Blythe, have a great time with Dan's family and have a safe trip!!!

You're right, Natalie...I'd hate to see what Alex would pack!!! I'll help you eat, Blythe!! Beats working and a members sale going on!!

Happy Thanksgiving to all my friends in the US. I have a feeling it'll be really quiet here tomorrow, since it's us Canucks that'll be working!! Enjoy your turkey dinner and that nap after the meal!!!

trackbarroness

11-21-2007, 04:27 PM

What'd they do???

Okay -- I'm outta here... back to business... or should I say busyness?? :silly:

They gave us CM's ice cream, now wasn't that sweet of them? :cool:
:bar::bar:

Dsnygirl

11-21-2007, 05:47 PM

Okay, I'm done... food's ready, the girls and I are packed, the animals are set and the house is (reasonably) clean! I even put some of the stuff in the car already!!! Now, to just settle in for some pizza that Dan is hunting and bringing home and off to work, for (hopefully) a nice night!! :fingers:

The packing or the eating? And do you really want some of us to pack for you? I mean I'll cover the shoes but Alex could give you some really odd things.
I'd have picked packing, definitely... I'm not sharing my turkey day meal with anyone!! :blush: But seeing as I'm done already, I think I'm safe... even from Alex. :secret:

Blythe, have a great time with Dan's family and have a safe trip!!!

Happy Thanksgiving to all my friends in the US. I have a feeling it'll be really quiet here tomorrow, since it's us Canucks that'll be working!! Enjoy your turkey dinner and that nap after the meal!!!
Thanks Carol!! I hope you have a nice day tomorrow looking forward to your trip!! :cloud9:

They gave us CM's ice cream, now wasn't that sweet of them?
:bar::bar:
Mmmm.... lucky you! I could go for one of them right now!!

Okay, zooping out again to finish up a few things before dinner and work... I'll catch you guys later from the baby zone!! :baby:

ElenitaB

11-21-2007, 06:48 PM

Everybody got their huge amounts of comestibles on stock for Thursday? DW really shines on Thanksgiving--she brings out all my favorite recipes.
She brings them out... but does she cook them? ;)

We do mashed... my mom always did both, as she loved the sweet ones, but us kids - not so much. What are you having??
The jury is still out... if it gets to be too much, it will be yams. I got fingerling yams this year... is it weird to love mini-veggies? If I still have energy once the turkey is in the oven, and the dressing is done, I'll make mashed. I'm making pumpkin pie tonight... first time I've done it by myself without the help of Sara Lee. :blush:

I believe I see his ship on the horizon... definitely full of rum, too! He's been off pirating, again... :pirate: Now for the big question - how long will the rum last around here?? :eyes: :trio: :faint:
Why is the rum always gone? Anyway, I think it will last longer now than in a few weeks when it will be put to use in the egg nog. (Egg nog has rum, right?)

This is WedFriday for me. Anybody else? I'm excited about seeing the grandyounguns but not about the drive.
It's so WedFriday today that I went to the Water Cooler to post on the TGIF thread and it wasn't there!

They'll be done later today... as they're a chiffon pumpkin pie, I don't like to do them any earlier than I have to so they don't "fall".
Recipe, please!

I was going to make salmon tonight using a recipe that Mikki sent me but Ben is in the mood for more pedestrian eats and wants :pizza:

I'll be on later tonight. Oh, and no Christmas music or decorations in our house until Santa has been sighted in the Macy's Parade! (I hope to get all my cards done over the weekend.)

See you later, everyone!