Just Questions: Sanitized for Your Protection

[MickeysGirl]

OK, what am I gonna do with you folks?? Not that I don't appreciate the delicate palates of up north, but you guys have got to taste some foods from down South! OK, party at our house, I'll make whatever your little hearts desire and I'll make sure you leave fat and happy! How does that sound? Beth, can I employ you to help with some of the authenticity?


I'm so jealous! This will be the first year in about 5 or so that we haven't been to a Disney park in August! Plus, the summer heat in DL is soooo much more bearable than Orlando. Have fun!!

Oooooo....cabana boys! Should I put on some tunes? Maybe Margaritaville? :D

....

Anyone have any ideas for dinner? Do the Cabana Boys deliver dinner too? :D

Cindy, you are so right about the weather in DL. Oh my! We were sweating from heat, but not humidity last month, and in the evenings, I was ready to buy a jacket. But talk about beautiful! Rob and I are planning our next trip back in a few years. Can't wait!!

And I wouldn't hold your breath too hard about those delivering Cabana Boys. I picked up chicken wings at Buffalo Wild Wings tonight on the way home. He did pick up the beer though. :D He's such a good cabana boy.

Yooo hooo... Cabana Boy!! My beer is empty!! :beer: :confused:


Master Gilles has trained me well, hasn't he? Now if he could just show me that Jedi mind trick to turn the tables and have the woman serve me drinks.....

Hey, how did I draw two Babes? Something's rotten in the state of Denmark me thinks.

Scott.... these are not the babes you are looking for. These ARE the drinks you are looking for. Find their owners. :yoda:

[Dr_Nigel_C]

DISCLAIMER--The Cabana Boy Institute (tm) is in no way a part of the DDPI family of fine products and services. CBI 's standards are too high.

Well, we certainly wouldn't want to dilute our brand name, now would we?

Ok -- all this technical business talk is making me thirsty, time for another drink!

Hey, what are the odds of this spilling over into the Friday Party (tm)? :party:

[drummerboy]

Hey, what are the odds of this spilling over into the Friday Party (tm)? :party:
I think there's enough spilling going on in the Friday Party (tm) thankyouverymuch. Maybe we could do a 'Don't Ask Questions It's Friday' party?

[Natazu]

Zoop! Everybody neat and pretty?

Welcome Jamie. Welcome Nigel.
It's great to have you here.

Thank you Blythe. :grouphug:

[MsMin]

Without a doubt, The Main Street Electrical Light Parade.....
It's my first day back to work.....I'm all caught up and now on here catching up.......
que the music.... welcome back....


I actually agree with you :blush: but I was afraid to say anything. The one here is so bad, so I wasn't sure what all the fuss is about. The food is relatively bland, those biscuits are like pucks, anyways, maybe it's just ours. I will have to say though I love their gift shop. I could be in there for days, so many fun little things I could spend a fortune!
Hope everyone's morning/early afternoon is going well. I'm off to the vet with Ms. Scooter Bear soon. I'll keep you posted! Take care Your cracker barrels sounds like ours:sick:
So sorry to hear the vet was so :spend:...My dd's boss is so generous and only bills us for his cost. It helps w/ 4 pups. :puppy: hope the pups are better soon.


Ummm... Me and Scott are only about 3 hours from each other...are you SURE you wanna divide our great state into two different sections??
Great state? I thought you were from Ohio :fresh:

Well I'm pretty sure Canada doesn't count as "upper United States" too often. But if Scott & Di are the middle and I'm across the lake from Scott but kinda South of Mary how are you ever going to figure that part out? Do we need to get you some GPS?

I almost went to grad school in Michigan so I'm familiar with the area except for OHIO... how did that float up there? GPS would be helpful.

Thanks to you and everyone else for your thoughts, prayers, pixie dust, and hugs. I used to be Mr. Macho who never much believed in the need for those kind of things but I can guarantee you that I am now a firm believer that you can never have enough of any of those! As the old WWII saying goes "there is no such thing as an atheist in a fox hole." And I can assure you that the battles of life have me hunkered down in my fox hole so I am a definite believer in the need for all kinds of help!
Well, since I am about halfway between those of you in Canada and WDW how about the neutral middle ground being here in southern Indiana?
It takes a strong man to deal with his emotions:thumbsup: Indiana? yep, that state gets lost up there somewhere in the middle too.

You know I was thinking about just this. I am in the US but actually north of Natalie who hails from Canada. Kind strange isn't it?

sounds cold too...

OK, what am I gonna do with you folks?? Not that I don't appreciate the delicate palates of up north, but you guys have got to taste some foods from down South! OK, party at our house, I'll make whatever your little hearts desire and I'll make sure you leave fat and happy! How does that sound? Beth, can I employ you to help with some of the authenticity?

You can count on me... I have the trinity in the pot!

Well it was hot here again today. So is my deodorant failing? We are sure losing a lot of ppl lately??? :search:

[Tink&Goofy]

Isn't it amazing what a little faith, trust and pixie dust can accomplish? :hug: and :pixie:

What a great quote - wouldn't it be great in a movie? ;)

Quick zoop in from work... hope everyone's having a good night!

When do you try your wine??

Not a bad night. How's yours going?

We have to wait until at least Christmas - should wait longer, but somehow I think we will be lucky if we make until the end of the year. :blush:

Zoop! Everybody neat and pretty?

Hey Jym - Has that baby doing? Are ya getting any sleep?

[Natazu]

Hey Jym - Has that baby doing? Are ya getting any sleep?
Sleep? I didn't sleep before.
It's been a real struggle for Rachel. She's been letting me sleep, though. I don't produce near the milk that she does.

[trackbarroness]

Good morning JQ'ers the coffee and hot water are on for those of us who prefer a hot beverage even in summer time. As well as juices and sodas who prefer cold beverages even in the winter time. :D
Do you think be September of next year I'll have convinced PirateGal aka Mom into a visit to DLR?
Have a magical day
Hugs all around

[Caroleh]

Master Gilles has trained me well, hasn't he? Now if he could just show me that Jedi mind trick to turn the tables and have the woman serve me drinks.....


Ah, my dear Scott, you need many more lessons from the Master Gilles. The Babes are also Princesses, so when we are happy and content then we belly dance for you guys. In other words, get us drunk and we'll dance for you!!! :D

Jym, how is Alex doing?

[MissStyles]

Busy week. Some intense stuff coming up later in the week, so may be MIA - send pixie dust for success!

Here's some success 'dust...:pixie: and dark chocolate bcos I know that's your favorite ;)


You've got me hungry... we LOVE pierogies!! (DH is pure, 100% Polish... not much choice there when it comes to food like that... :D)

We need to have a pierogie party in here :party: I :heart: 'em! Potato and cheddar are my favorite. I've always wanted to try a dessert pierogie.


Good morning :hi:.........everybody alright? I think I'm over the jetlag.

[dlpmikki]

Afternoon all. Been busy writing, printing and distributing the village newsletter. Just got one last street to deliver to and this months is finished. We just had Jalapeno burgers and salad for lunch so we are raring to go.

My neighbour is taking part in a Race for Life tonight. Should I go and watch her?

[offwego]

Ah, my dear Scott, you need many more lessons from the Master Gilles. The Babes are also Princesses, so when we are happy and content then we belly dance for you guys. In other words, get us drunk and we'll dance for you!!! :D


Belly dancing? That's going to be a lot of fetching Scott. Hopefully you'll get tired first.

It's been a real struggle for Rachel. She's been letting me sleep, though. I don't produce near the milk that she does. Really? How unusual.


You know I was thinking about just this. I am in the US but actually north of Natalie who hails from Canada. Kind strange isn't it?

If it makes you feel better Mary, for some posters this would be a tough one to remember..when I first started here I was in the Toronto area (normal north of the USA type area) then I moved outside of Ottawa which is north of everywhere (what were we thinking making that the capital?) now I live way south of almost everything since Leamington is on the little pointy tip of land that juts out into lake Erie. It's bizzare!

But I am familiar with Perogies..personally I like potato and cheese myself but onion and potato are good and so is bacon and potato. Yum indeed.

For southern food how about some grits? I like those and they are kinda breakfasty aren't they?

[disneydrmr]

Happy Wednesday everyone! Hope everyone is off to a great start today!


CBI 's standards are too high.

Then why are they in THIS thread? :D

:sing: Waaay down upon the Maumee River... :sing:

My ears.. my ears... torture! Abuse!!! Make it stop! :D

Pen and ink? Pastels? Watercolor? I dunno.



Hey, what are the odds of this spilling over into the Friday Party (tm)? :party:

It's always a party in this thread! (although it's not been as much fun of a party without Tom hanging around.. hint hint...)


I think there's enough spilling going on in the Friday Party (tm) thankyouverymuch. Maybe we could do a 'Don't Ask Questions It's Friday' party?

Oooohhhh... don't you think that might give Rhonda a coronary?.. all those posts with no questions... her little finger would be in traction by the end of the day...



Great state? I thought you were from Ohio


:fresh:


It's been a real struggle for Rachel. She's been letting me sleep, though. I don't produce near the milk that she does.

:laughing:


We just had Jalapeno burgers and salad for lunch so we are raring to go.


Ouch.. jalapeno burgers? Is your mouth on fire now? No wonder you are raring to go!



For southern food how about some grits? I like those and they are kinda breakfasty aren't they?

YUM! Grits!!! With lots of butter and sugar mixed in! And some ham with red eye gravy... and some fried taters... now my tummy is all a rumbly!

[MMouse6937]

Morning all!! How is everyone doing?

Last night was a better night, Scooter seems to be doing much better. Sometimes I think just the trauma of going to the doctor makes her say "OK OK I'll be good and I won't pee on the floor anymore!" :D Unfortunately I have to jam the pills down her throat to get her to swallow them. She won't take them in food anymore, she's wise to that whole scam. So, I'm not the most popular person in her life right now.

The real interesting thing is today the NEW receptionist called in sick!! She not only postponed her start date for a week after she was supposed to start last week, but now she has been here for two days, had to leave early yesterday for a meeting she had scheduled, and now today her child is sick and she can't come in. I guess I'm stunned and I hope I don't offend anyone here who has kids because I know they are a priority, but if I just started a job that I tell everyone I REALLY need I would find another way to figure out what to do. I would have my husband stay home, family, whatever. This is really not starting out on a good foot and I hope I don't have to let her go, but it might be looking that way.

So hope you all are having a better day! On a bright note I'm having lunch with my best friend today so that should be nice. I'll talk to you later :hug:

[MickeysGirl]

Morning campers!

So how are we all doing this morning? Busy here, as always. Things are off to a super fast start, and I will remain busy I'm sure! What is it about clients who just can't grasp that you need time to do their work as they are not our only client! If I dropped everything every time a client called and switched to their job, I'd never finish anything. Novel concept. :rolleyes:

But enough of my complaining, you guys don't need to hear any of that anyway. :blush:


For southern food how about some grits? I like those and they are kinda breakfasty aren't they?

It's funny you ask about grits, because for me, it's ONLY a breakfast food. We have a couple of restaurants downstairs from our office here, both have the same owners and executive chef. His deal is "Good grits". That's his signature side, and for as many times as I've been down there, I still just can't bring myself to order it. I'm going for lunch, I don't want grits with my lunch, no matter what he throws in it! Maybe that's the Louisiana girl in me. Give me some seasoned rice or some yummy potatoes and I'm in heaven!

Sarah, Glad Scooter is doing better. But did you guys hire our office manager? She has been here longer than I have, but anymore, she's just all about taking lunches that last an hour and a half (or longer), conveniently sick when the boss is out of the office, must leave early for anything she can think of, and the answering service we have is her best friend! She seems to think it can do her job, or I'll just pick up the slack (which I do because it's better for the company). Anyway... I feel your pain! The work ethic of some folks. :shake: Hope for your sake it does get better!!

[MsMin]

Happy Morning to you all....
ok edjamekation time here... Jamie, Bret and I are deep south babies... we didn't grow up with ham and red eye gravy or biscuits and gravy--that's farther north. We still dine with that French influence. Grits yes. We still speak French even in our dining ...Seafood Plate . see that means "if you please" in French. (pronounced si vous plait).
What I don't understand is why Maryland is considered southern? Can't anyone redraw a line that's geographical and not all crooked like? I know the Mason-Dixon line but geez we are almost to NY when you get to Maryland. Not that we don't love them all.
Ok... beignets for all...
Who loves to have powdered sugar storms with their beignets? For those who don't know the game you just pretend like you are about to take a bite and then blow the sugar in someone's face....
Can we skip work and go swimming? after all some of us have ghostly faces....

[offwego]

ok edjamekation time here... Jamie, Bret and I are deep south babies... we didn't grow up with ham and red eye gravy or biscuits and gravy--that's farther north. We still dine with that French influence. Grits yes. We still speak French even in our dining ...Seafood Plate . see that means "if you please" in French. (pronounced si vous plait).....

Beth at the risk of being more ironic would it help if I owned up to being half french Canadian? Jenn's french is pretty good as well. And if it will help you feel more at home..my son loves cajun influenced cooking. Jambayla is his fave but he's also of course fond bisque made with crab or shrimp, and can even make a roux already. Biscuits and cornbread both make regular appearances on our table but we make baugettes from scratch as well from time to time..Do I need to get a life or what?

[disneydrmr]

Last night was a better night, Scooter seems to be doing much better. Unfortunately I have to jam the pills down her throat to get her to swallow them. She won't take them in food anymore, she's wise to that whole scam. So, I'm not the most popular person in her life right now.

The real interesting thing is today the NEW receptionist called in sick!! She not only postponed her start date for a week after she was supposed to start last week, but now she has been here for two days, had to leave early yesterday for a meeting she had scheduled, and now today her child is sick and she can't come in.

So hope you all are having a better day! On a bright note I'm having lunch with my best friend today so that should be nice. I'll talk to you later :hug:

Glad to hear Scooter is doing better! Our doggie, Rascal, is real good about taking pills.. he LOVES to eat so he thinks pills are just another treat and will gobble them up with no issues! (even pepto bismo tablets! - which I won't even take!) Our other doggie, Rebel, well with him you gotta toss the pill into his mouth and hold his muzzle shut and massage his throat and hope he swallows it - usually takes a couple tries meaning someone (my dh!) has to handle a soggy pill.

Sorry to hear about the receptionist troubles. Must be something about receptionists.. ours is always leaving for this doct appt or that doct appt.. or having to sing at someone's funeral...but yeah.. just starting a job - ugh! I'd be getting rid of her cause she's just setting up a pattern.. since it's basically being 'tolerated'.. she's gonna think she can do this all the time.. we have a STRICT policy here that in the first 90 days you can not miss a day of work! To me that is a bit overboard.. but I would think that in the first two weeks or something you should not miss any...

Have fun with your friend at lunch! Eat something good for me!



So how are we all doing this morning? Busy here, as always. Things are off to a super fast start, and I will remain busy I'm sure! What is it about clients who just can't grasp that you need time to do their work as they are not our only client! If I dropped everything every time a client called and switched to their job, I'd never finish anything. Novel concept. :rolleyes:



Yeah... we have customers that think our only job is to be there to answer THEIR phone calls and drop everything to make their deliveries... I had one get extremely upset with me when I was covering the receptionist desk cause the other sales girls were on their phone lines... I feel your pain!


Ok... beignets for all...
Who loves to have powdered sugar storms with their beignets? For those who don't know the game you just pretend like you are about to take a bite and then blow the sugar in someone's face....
Can we skip work and go swimming? after all some of us have ghostly faces....

I LOVE the powdered sugar on the beignets!!! Tons and tons of it! I want them to be messy! I love blowing the sugar around!
Last one to the pool :swim: :diver: :snorkel: has to make the beignets!!!


. And if it will help you feel more at home..my son loves cajun influenced cooking. Jambayla is his fave but he's also of course fond bisque made with crab or shrimp, and can even make a roux already. Biscuits and cornbread both make regular appearances on our table but we make baugettes from scratch as well from time to time..Do I need to get a life or what?

No.. your life sounds wonderful.. again I ask.. would you please come and be my personal chef???

[Mickey'sGirl]

Busy week. Some intense stuff coming up later in the week, so may be MIA - send pixie dust for success! Good luck with everything T&G!

Hey, how did I draw two Babes? Something's rotten in the state of Denmark me thinks.:funny:

Not that I don't appreciate the delicate palates of up north, but you guys have got to taste some foods from down South!Great -- only I don't like fried foods, and I don't eat much meat..... can we do some seafood gumbo or something??

Ok -- all this technical business talk is making me thirsty, time for another drink!Hey, what are the odds of this spilling over into the Friday Party (tm)? :party:If you keep getting drinks, we'll all be spilling over something....

Beth at the risk of being more ironic would it help if I owned up to being half french Canadian? Jenn's french is pretty good as well. And if it will help you feel more at home..my son loves cajun influenced cooking. Jambayla is his fave but he's also of course fond bisque made with crab or shrimp, and can even make a roux already. Biscuits and cornbread both make regular appearances on our table but we make baugettes from scratch as well from time to time..Do I need to get a life or what?....et les crepes ...ou la tourtiere... ;)

I'm glad to hear about Scooter....and shaking my head at your new receptionist.... Crazy.

[drummerboy]

AAAARGH! Terry Fator, the winner of last year's America's Got Talent and a very talented ventriloquist/impressionist, will be performing at Myrtle Beach August 3. DW and I would love to go see him, but DD will be having a matinee of her show that day (we're in the band) and we'd get out too late to make it.

Nothing earth shattering, just wanted to whine a little. :D

How's everybody's hump day going?

[Mickey'sGirl]

AAAARGH! Terry Fator, the winner of last year's America's Got Talent and a very talented ventriloquist/impressionist, will be performing at Myrtle Beach August 3.
We were just talking about him last night...He really was very good. I always get interested in this show (and I really do not like reality tv at all)...I think it's because of the hosts! I just love Regis, and I have fallen for Jerry Springer too! He's such a decent, supportive guy. How about that guy who ended the show last night? Harry was up in arms when the audience started to boo him....then he said "Can you believe how he turned the audience around?" (what a bunch of hooligans they were!). It's a fun show. I personally hope that Tina Turner goes all the way! :D

[MMouse6937]

Glad to hear Scooter is doing better! Our doggie, Rascal, is real good about taking pills.. he LOVES to eat so he thinks pills are just another treat and will gobble them up with no issues! (even pepto bismo tablets! - which I won't even take!) Our other doggie, Rebel, well with him you gotta toss the pill into his mouth and hold his muzzle shut and massage his throat and hope he swallows it - usually takes a couple tries meaning someone (my dh!) has to handle a soggy pill.

:ack: Same with me except I have to open her mouth and stick it back far enough so she can't use her tongue to flick it back out. Well this morning one pill worked, the other didn't so well. So I had doggie slobber on my hand. Gross!!

I'm glad to hear about Scooter....and shaking my head at your new receptionist.... Crazy.
So she still has not called back to give us the update on what's going on. She called and left a voice mail message ten minutes before she was supposed to start this morning. I think it's pretty clear this isn't important to her and it might be best to just move along before we teach her the whole system and then she flakes. She supposedly had all this help with her kids, her husband, mom, sister. I would have told any one of those people that I couldn't miss work and I really needed their help. Oh well, my boss actually should be pretty happy about it, she was worrying about how to pay us all until the PA starts bringing in money for seeing patients. I guess it was a blessing in disguise, right?

How's everyone's afternoon? It's so hot here :-o We went for a walk at lunch and I almost sweat to death. Have a great afternoon, I'll check in later :hug:

[pogo]

It's always a party in this thread! (although it's not been as much fun of a party without Tom hanging around.. hint hint...)


Who's Tom ??? :fresh:

Note to Jym..... you're in trouble when Rachel realizes you make a good pacifier! :D

Zoop:bolt:

[disneydrmr]

Who's Tom ??? :fresh:



:party2: :yay: :clappy: :joy: :fworks: :trio: :dance:

He's BAAACCKKKK!!!!! Do I really have to ask a question? Or can I get right to baking a cake to celebrate?

[MMouse6937]

Who's Tom ??? :fresh:



More importantly: WHO'S POGO!!!! :fresh:

Ok so we've gotten rid of the riff raff, cleaned up the place, made a TON of cookies, and mixed up a HUGE batch of :marg: Will you come back now? We promise we'll be good, ok well *I* promise I'll be good, Ican't speak for the rest of these people...you know sometimes how they get! :D

Miss you, glad to see you back :hug:

[MMouse6937]

Note to Jym..... you're in trouble when Rachel realizes you make a good pacifier! :D

And, I'm not EVEN going to touch that. :noway: not with a ten foot pole. I don't know WHAT that's all about, and it could go a million ways, none of which I'm going in this "family friendly" chat. Yikes

I'm so flustered, I forgot my question, Diane, can I borrow one?

[disneydrmr]

Ok so we've gotten rid of the riff raff, cleaned up the place, made a TON of cookies, and mixed up a HUGE batch of :marg: Will you come back now? We promise we'll be good, ok well *I* promise I'll be good, Ican't speak for the rest of these people...you know sometimes how they get!


You know Tom doesn't eat cookies - don't you? And I have already promised that I would be good... but I'm with you.. that Ken, Scott and Jasper.. wellllll.... you just never know about them! ;)



I'm so flustered, I forgot my question, Diane, can I borrow one?

Sure.. I think I could find a couple of spare ones lying around somewhere... they were laying right there on my counter next to my mixing bowls.. oops! Ummm... if that cake I baked tastes a bit questionable.....:D

[MMouse6937]

Sure.. I think I could find a couple of spare ones lying around somewhere... they were laying right there on my counter next to my mixing bowls.. oops! Ummm... if that cake I baked tastes a bit questionable.....:D

:funny: Diane, you're a riot!!

So is anyone else happy that our Pogo is back???

[MickeysGirl]

Happy Morning to you all....
ok edjamekation time here... Jamie, Bret and I are deep south babies... we didn't grow up with ham and red eye gravy or biscuits and gravy--that's farther north. We still dine with that French influence. Grits yes. We still speak French even in our dining ...Seafood Plate . see that means "if you please" in French. (pronounced si vous plait).
What I don't understand is why Maryland is considered southern? Can't anyone redraw a line that's geographical and not all crooked like? I know the Mason-Dixon line but geez we are almost to NY when you get to Maryland. Not that we don't love them all.
Ok... beignets for all...
Who loves to have powdered sugar storms with their beignets? For those who don't know the game you just pretend like you are about to take a bite and then blow the sugar in someone's face....

:ditto:
Yeah... what she said! hehehe


Beth at the risk of being more ironic would it help if I owned up to being half french Canadian? Jenn's french is pretty good as well. And if it will help you feel more at home..my son loves cajun influenced cooking. Jambayla is his fave but he's also of course fond bisque made with crab or shrimp, and can even make a roux already. Biscuits and cornbread both make regular appearances on our table but we make baugettes from scratch as well from time to time..Do I need to get a life or what?

I just made Jambalaya for some native Floridians (in the form of Rob's Aunt and her family) on Friday night. Along with some other yummies, they were completely impressed! :tasty:



Great -- only I don't like fried foods, and I don't eat much meat..... can we do some seafood gumbo or something??

Let's see... I don't fry much, and I'm much better with seafood than meats (not that I'm bad with meats, just prefer seafood). So when can we expect you? :eat:


Who's Tom ??? :fresh:


Yay!!! Pogo's back!!! :yay: :fworks: :cheers:


So is anyone else happy that our Pogo is back???


:here: I am! I am! Pick me!!

[offwego]

:funny: Diane, you're a riot!!

So is anyone else happy that our Pogo is back???

I am! Will would have been broken hearted to find out that Pogo wouldn't be there in December.

Jym I do hope your just buying pacifiers..it's the better way trust me.

Jenn you forgot the most important contribution to food by the Quebecois..Poutine.

How's about shrimp ettouffe? Would that work for you?

Hope scooter eats the pills without slobber.

[tinkerbellybutton]

Hi, I'm only here for a quick zoop, it's been a BUSY day! We went to UMA today and enrolled her in 3 courses to work toward her nursing degree. :yay: Carter has learned to get around very fast and into everything so it's been taking a LOT of time keeping him safe ;)

My God son Lucien is on the front page of the portland press herald newspaper as "orphan is an inspiration" He gets to meet his idol Big Papi pretty soon. :thumbsup:

I noticed that pogo did a sneak attack. :hug: So glad to see you buddy! :party2::trio:

How is everyones Wednesday going? Great I hope. :hug: to all...

[MauiMouse]

Who's Tom ??? :fresh:
Zoop:bolt:

Yeah, hey buddy, good to see you. :thumbsup:



So is anyone else happy that our Pogo is back???


:yes:

Sarah, all I can say is wow in regards to your receptionist. I can't believe it, not a good way to start your new job. Makes me really think that she doesn't want to work very bad, huh?

Glad that Scooter is feeling better.

[drummerboy]

Excuse me, but who's this Tom/Pogo guy that just zooped in and out? ;)

[Caroleh]

Geesh, I had a response all typed up and it got lost in cyperspace somewhere.

Anyway...BUDDY, You're back!!!!!!:hug: I missed you.:( So are bartending for us? I think Rob is going to need your help!!!

[MMouse6937]

Sarah, all I can say is wow in regards to your receptionist. I can't believe it, not a good way to start your new job. Makes me really think that she doesn't want to work very bad, huh?

Glad that Scooter is feeling better.
Scooter is much better, thanks for asking, no pee on the floor today!! WOO HOO!

So, I had to call the receptionist this afternoon because she never called back to let us know what was going on. She was kinda strange and made it sound like it wasn't that big of a deal, and that she "thought" she should be able to be there tomorrow...like geez don't do me any favors. Well I told her that this office is really small and we really rely on everyone to be there and this can't happen all the time. I told her to think about it and I would talk to the doctor about it and see where we go from here. I'm not sure she'll even show up tomorrow, who knows. Totally ridicuous!

Excuse me, but who's this Tom/Pogo guy that just zooped in and out? ;)

I have absolutely NO idea, anyone else? ;)

[MauiMouse]

So, I had to call the receptionist this afternoon because she never called back to let us know what was going on. She was kinda strange and made it sound like it wasn't that big of a deal, and that she "thought" she should be able to be there tomorrow...like geez don't do me any favors. Well I told her that this office is really small and we really rely on everyone to be there and this can't happen all the time. I told her to think about it and I would talk to the doctor about it and see where we go from here. I'm not sure she'll even show up tomorrow, who knows. Totally ridicuous!

Okay, so you have to tell us what happens tomorrow. Will she show up or not? Inquiring minds want to know. ;)

In the midst of some major thunder & lightening to I better sign off for a while. :rain:

[tinkerbellybutton]

Okay guys, Hailey would like to zoop in once in a while but she's nervous because she knows no one here. So I lied and said everyone was nice :fresh: Just joking kiddies, anyways, do you think I should try to encourage her more?



My neighbour is taking part in a Race for Life tonight. Should I go and watch her?
What a great idea. Can I come along? It's a nice night for it, here at least.How about there?


For southern food how about some grits? I like those and they are kinda breakfasty aren't they?
Are grits an aquired thing? Bruce LOVES them and I can't stand them. :ack:

Happy Wednesday everyone! Hope everyone is off to a great start today!





It's always a party in this thread! (although it's not been as much fun of a party without Tom hanging around.. hint hint...)
I agree!!!


Morning all!! How is everyone doing?

Last night was a better night, Scooter seems to be doing much better.
Sarah, glad to hear that Scooter is doing better! That's wonderful. The receptionist seems quite flighty and unreliable. I would think you'd be better off without her.

Jambayla is his fave but he's also of course fond bisque made with crab or shrimp, and can even make a roux already. Biscuits and cornbread both make regular appearances on our table but we make baugettes from scratch as well from time to time..Do I need to get a life or what?
You got my mouth watering, I can't cook to save my life so next time you make any of that wonderful food can I come over?


Nothing earth shattering, just wanted to whine a little.
And that would be new how??? :fresh:


Note to Jym..... you're in trouble when Rachel realizes you make a good pacifier![/SIZE]

:rotfl:



Ok so we've gotten rid of the riff raff,
Nope, I just checked and I'm still here.




Sure.. I think I could find a couple of spare ones lying around somewhere... they were laying right there on my counter next to my mixing bowls.. oops! Ummm... if that cake I baked tastes a bit questionable.....:D
:rotfl: You are too funny!


So is anyone else happy that our Pogo is back???
Well, DUH. :yes:



In the midst of some major thunder & lightening to I better sign off for a while.
Hope the storms don't last too long, unless of course you need the rain. ;)

[Dsnygirl]

Hey guys!! Quick zoop in from work.... how's the night treating everyone? I'm in much better spirits tonight being here than I was last night... not that my patients could tell, but I felt quite snarly yesterday. :blush: Tonight, not so much! Maybe it's because I'm getting OT pay.... ;)


Who's Tom ??? :fresh:

Note to Jym..... you're in trouble when Rachel realizes you make a good pacifier! :D

Why, you are, silly!! :fresh: Glad to see you back, Neighbor! You've been missed!!!

:funny:


Hi, I'm only here for a quick zoop, it's been a BUSY day! We went to UMA today and enrolled her in 3 courses to work toward her nursing degree.
Good for her! What's UMA stand for? Is it an offshoot of Univ. of Maine? I hope she likes it! She can ask me questions anytime....

So -- I just found ice cream sandwiches in the staff freezer ... yumm.... now I want more... would anyone like me to share?? (Oh, and there are dark chocolate Klondike bars, too... :thumbsup:)

[pogo]

:tiphat: Thanks for the warm welcome back everyone, but I'm not really back completely. I'll be around sparingly over the next week or two so play nice.

Who wants to give me the readers digest version ? :D

[Nascfan]

So are bartending for us? I think Rob is going to need your help!!!

Isn't he supposed to be manning the grill?



Who wants to give me the readers digest version ? :D

Not me. I can't keep up myself. If it's more than a page (and it almost always is) I just offer my pixie dust and hugs to any that need it. It's good to read you again, you are missed.

[Caroleh]

:tiphat: Thanks for the warm welcome back everyone, but I'm not really back completely. I'll be around sparingly over the next week or two so play nice.

Who wants to give me the readers digest version ? :D

We all missed someone by the name of Pogo, who might be Tom...I get confused.:D Ken got a new great Dane, Abbie so Ken had to show her how to use the doggie and he got stuck...we ended up putting both danes on leashes and had Stitch scare them, in which they drug Ken down the street. Deb went to see baby Alex. Di wants to go kidnap Ty from a project he's doing for her Pastor's nephew. Jamie and Rob has dropped into the thread and now we have a cabana boy. Oh and you're the "JQ babes" bartender and grill master. If we get drunk enough then we'll belly dance for you.:scared:Then there's Sarah's dog that has been sick and doing her job all over the place. Baby Alex is home and Jym is trying to feed him nachos. Did I forget anything?

[Dsnygirl]

Did I forget anything?
Nope -- but I forgot to tell you guys Dan is home playing Dr. Doolittle tonight!

Apparently, the girls found a baby bird in the front yard, obviously VERY young and unable to fly, the parents were up in the pines yelling. (Julia called me on my cell phone here at work, distraught that they should help this little bird right away, and daddy was saying wait... too cute... ) So, they just watched to see what would happen, but when nightfall came, Dan scooped up the baby and put him in a box on the back (screened in) porch on a blanket and put a warm light on over him. The girls dug up some worms, which he apparently gobbled up very happily, and Dan is currently wetting some whole wheat bread to feed him to get him through the night. :) I'm going to call our local nature place in the morning and see if they'll take him... as he's eating so well, I'm sure we could "raise" him and then set him free, but there'd be many tears from the girls, and I have no idea how they learn how to fly, or when... so, I think it's best he head over to some experts. Plus, they run a summer camp, so it'd be fun for the camp kids to help with him, too.

So, that's where I'll probably be headed before I get to go to bed... :blush:

Anybody have any baby bird advice for us?? (We think it's a robin, as we had broken robin eggs in our yard last week, and lots of robins everywhere...)

[pogo]

Oh and you're the "JQ babes" bartender and grill master. If we get drunk enough then we'll belly dance for you. Are you threatening me ???? I'd grill and mix for you anytime without the threat !!

Thanks for the RDV ! :D


Anybody have any baby bird advice for us?? (We think it's a robin, as we had broken robin eggs in our yard last week, and lots of robins everywhere...)

Yep.......... I do..... If it is a baby robin, tell Dan he needs to do this for it or it will die and we don't want that, do we ? :(

Tell him he must chew up the worms before he gives it to the baby or the baby won't be able to digest it ! I swear ! :D

[MickeysGirl]

Hey everybody!

Just stopping in real quick before bed. We're beat. Had dinner at a new restaurant with a military friend of ours who has been in town on training the past few weeks, and we wanted one last chance to spend some time before he heads back to California on Saturday. We're tired, but the pizza was yummy! :pizza:

So... lots going on in here??

I promise I read everything, and good luck with those readers digest version, Tom. I couldn't get my Cliff's notes versions either! (But Carol, you did a great job there! :notworth: )

On that note, you all be safe, good luck with all animals, whether your own or newly acquired, may all employees show up, good luck to all new adventures, whether learning or teaching or raising, and I'll be taking my drink in the hammock by the window. Cheers! :cheers:

Night everybody, have a good one! :sleepin:

[Caroleh]

Are you threatening me ???? I'd grill and mix for you anytime without the threat !!



Yep.......... I do..... If it is a baby robin, tell Dan he needs to do this for it or it will die and we don't want that, do we ? :(

Tell him he must chew up the worms before he gives it to the baby or the baby won't be able to digest it ! I swear ! :D

Why would I have to threaten you? You know that I'd belly dance for you anytime...even sober which may be scarey!!!

:funny: Can we watch Dan chew those worms?

[Beast_fanatic]

Oooohhhh... don't you think that might give Rhonda a coronary?.. all those posts with no questions... her little finger would be in traction by the end of the day...

Thank you for watching out for me. :thumbsup: I've been so busy that I've had to give up the Friday parties as I can't even keep up here!


So -- I just found ice cream sandwiches in the staff freezer ... yumm.... now I want more... would anyone like me to share?? (Oh, and there are dark chocolate Klondike bars, too... :thumbsup:)

I'll take one of each, OK? :blush:

I'm still not done with my project. I'm trying really hard to finish it up, but it's kicking my butt, and I'm pretty much exhausted! :sleepin:

[Dsnygirl]

Tell him he must chew up the worms before he gives it to the baby or the baby won't be able to digest it ! I swear ! :D
Can they be tequila worms, then? Of course, the baby bird might not appreciate it, and I'm not sure Dan would make it past the first one... :faint:


... and I'll be taking my drink in the hammock by the window. Cheers!
Lucky you! Sounds very nice & relaxing....


I'll take one of each, OK? :blush:

Okay!! They're on their way!

Wow, tonight is busy, busy... we've had 22 deliveries in the past 24 hours, and we're getting 6 admissions on this shift alone. :eek: I'm glad I'm not coming back 'til Friday night -- hopefully it'll clear out a bit by then!

Who's got the morning coffee? Could you save me a cuppa for the afternoon, please?? :)

[pogo]

Good morning all....... up and at'em ! :play: Everybody sleep well ?


I'll be taking my drink in the hammock by the window.

Drink ????? Hammock ???? Combined ????? Not a good combination for me ! Have you ever watched someone from the north try to get into a hammock ??????? :D

Wow, tonight is busy, busy... we've had 22 deliveries in the past 24 hours, and we're getting 6 admissions on this shift alone. :eek: I'm glad I'm not coming back 'til Friday night -- hopefully it'll clear out a bit by then!

Who's got the morning coffee? Could you save me a cuppa for the afternoon, please??

I've got your coffee for you Neighbor ! And by the sounds of it, you're making sure Kate will have a lot to do when she gets in ! :D

Just a note for Diane..... :fresh:..... I won't be on all day today as I'm leaving for a training meeting and will be gone all day. Fun.... right Natalie ??? I might be back tonight if you're all good ! ;) And yes..... this means you too Rhonda ! :blush:

[offwego]

Just a note for Diane..... :fresh:..... I won't be on all day today as I'm leaving for a training meeting and will be gone all day. Fun.... right Natalie ??? I might be back tonight if you're all good ! ;) And yes..... this means you too Rhonda ! :blush:

Oh my sympathy Pogo dear! All day long training means no golf, no money and normally really bad coffee. So here's some good stuff for you!

And who wanted to watch Dan chew worms? Should we not just see a pic after? Eww..

[MMouse6937]

Good morning all....... up and at'em ! :play: Everybody sleep well ?

Shhh....not so loud, there are sleeping (hopefully) babies around!!

Morning from myself everyone, how did you all sleep? I did pretty good, the weather here is so nice and cool this morning, it makes laying around with the windows open so pleasant.

SO, my boss called me at home last night and we've decided to let the receptionist go. It just isn't going to work out. Kinda sad, we all had high hopes but better to do it now than later. So, I get to go in this morning and fire someone, Yikes. Oh well, I'll let you know how it goes.

Have a wonderful morning. Pogo, have fun at your meeting! Talk to you later :hug:

[disneydrmr]

Morning all! Hope everyone is up and at'em and off to a wonderful start! Today is "Reveal" day for our local Extreme Home Makeover.. I soooo wish I could be there...but duty calls! My coworker's daughter is there and she managed a front spot on the barriers so she's gonna get pictures and tell us all about it! I'm sure my pastor is there also.. HOPEFULLY someone will get me a good shot of Ty. If not there's been several posted on the news websites that you can buy so I just might have to buy one...



Who wants to give me the readers digest version ?


We all missed someone by the name of Pogo, who might be Tom...I get confused. Ken got a new great Dane, Abbie so Ken had to show her how to use the doggie and he got stuck...we ended up putting both danes on leashes and had Stitch scare them, in which they drug Ken down the street. Deb went to see baby Alex. Di wants to go kidnap Ty from a project he's doing for her Pastor's nephew. Jamie and Rob has dropped into the thread and now we have a cabana boy. Oh and you're the "JQ babes" bartender and grill master. If we get drunk enough then we'll belly dance for you.Then there's Sarah's dog that has been sick and doing her job all over the place. Baby Alex is home and Jym is trying to feed him nachos. Did I forget anything?

Good job Carol.. Tom - did that help? But I did want to clear one thing up.. I didn't want to 'kidnap' Ty.. just borrow him for a bit...:D


Yep.......... I do..... If it is a baby robin, tell Dan he needs to do this for it or it will die and we don't want that, do we ?
Tell him he must chew up the worms before he gives it to the baby or the baby won't be able to digest it ! I swear ! :D

Doesn't he also have to allow the baby birds to then eat the chewed up worms out of his mouth?



Can we watch Dan chew those worms?

Maybe someone should film it and put it up on utube.


Thank you for watching out for me. :thumbsup: I've been so busy that I've had to give up the Friday parties as I can't even keep up here!


That's what friends are for!


Can they be tequila worms, then? Of course, the baby bird might not appreciate it, and I'm not sure Dan would make it past the first one... :faint:

Wow, tonight is busy, busy... we've had 22 deliveries in the past 24 hours, and we're getting 6 admissions on this shift alone. I'm glad I'm not coming back 'til Friday night -- hopefully it'll clear out a bit by then!


Tequila worm or not.. a worm is a worm and all I can say is eeeeewwwwww.....:sick:

Hope you survived the busy night! That's a LOT of babies! Is that a 'typical' night? or is it quite a bit above average.




Just a note for Diane..... :fresh:..... I won't be on all day today as I'm leaving for a training meeting and will be gone all day. I might be back tonight if you're all good !

Hmmmm... can I still give you a :fresh: if I've promised to be good? Have fun at your training meeting.. hope it's not too bad for you...



SO, my boss called me at home last night and we've decided to let the receptionist go. It just isn't going to work out. Kinda sad, we all had high hopes but better to do it now than later. So, I get to go in this morning and fire someone, Yikes. Oh well, I'll let you know how it goes.


Soooo.. you get to go all Donald Trump on someone! Good luck!




So -- I just found ice cream sandwiches in the staff freezer ... yumm.... now I want more... would anyone like me to share?? (Oh, and there are dark chocolate Klondike bars, too...

Ummm...do we have to share? or could we all have our own? :D

[Mickey'sGirl]

Let's see... I don't fry much, and I'm much better with seafood than meats (not that I'm bad with meats, just prefer seafood). So when can we expect you? :eat: 5pm. Thanks!

Jenn you forgot the most important contribution to food by the Quebecois..Poutine.Ya know....I really do like poutine (and I don't like french fries!). It must be the cheese curd :tasty:

I'll be around sparingly over the next week or two so play nice.Is that 'cause I'll be away and you are waiting for me to get back???

Anybody have any baby bird advice for us?? I think it's best he head over to some experts too. Especially if there is worm chewing involved!

I'm still not done with my project. I'm trying really hard to finish it up, but it's kicking my butt, and I'm pretty much exhausted! Good luck getting it done Rhonda. :pixie:

SO, my boss called me at home last night and we've decided to let the receptionist go.I think you guys have made a wise decision. Now you'll get to go through the interview process all over again! :thumbsup:

[MMouse6937]

Soooo.. you get to go all Donald Trump on someone! Good luck!




I think you guys have made a wise decision. Now you'll get to go through the interview process all over again! :thumbsup:

Well didn't go quite as planning but somewhat like I figured. She "quit" last night over my email. She said she needs a job that's going to be more flexible. Well I'm not sure what kind of job would be flexible TWO DAYS after you start, but call me crazy. So I didn't get to go all Donald Trump but it worked out in the end for the best. What a big huge waste of time. I was so looking forward to having some more time to myself, helping out more at the shelter, etc. Well back to square one.

So what does everyone else have planned today? I really need a Disney fix. I looked and we have 50 days until our September trip. That's not too bad but still feels like it's too far away! Hope you all have a great day, see you later :hug:

[MickeysGirl]

Morning everyone! Made it to work "relatively" on time. Only a little later than usual. hehe Ready for yet another busy day. Just got done catching up in here. Sheesh, so much to report since 10:00 last night... I gotta get used to this again!!


Thank you for watching out for me. :thumbsup: I've been so busy that I've had to give up the Friday parties as I can't even keep up here!
...
I'm still not done with my project. I'm trying really hard to finish it up, but it's kicking my butt, and I'm pretty much exhausted!

Rhonda, you know there is always room in the Friday Parties for more! You stop by whenever you can, OK? And we'll try to keep the lack of questions to the Friday party, not here. :D

Good luck with that project! Any light at the end of the tunnel?


Lucky you! Sounds very nice & relaxing....
...
Wow, tonight is busy, busy... we've had 22 deliveries in the past 24 hours, and we're getting 6 admissions on this shift alone. :eek: I'm glad I'm not coming back 'til Friday night -- hopefully it'll clear out a bit by then!


Blythe, don't be too jealous. Virtual Hammock, virtual drink, real Cabana Boy. :heart: Luckily I have the best part for real!

Enjoy your days off after the busy night!


Drink ????? Hammock ???? Combined ????? Not a good combination for me ! Have you ever watched someone from the north try to get into a hammock ??????? :D


Good! By the time you're able to make it back, Rob will be ready for some reinforcements. Perfect planning Tom! Just perfect! :thumbsup:



SO, my boss called me at home last night and we've decided to let the receptionist go. It just isn't going to work out. Kinda sad, we all had high hopes but better to do it now than later. So, I get to go in this morning and fire someone, Yikes. Oh well, I'll let you know how it goes.

Oh what an ordeal. ANd I just saw your final post, at least she is the one who left. Yeah, I'm with you, sounds like she wanted the kind of flexibility our office manager often wants, the kind that is "I like the IDEA of working and getting a paycheck, but being gone whenever possible." :rolleyes: Good luck finding someone to replace her. :pixie:


5pm. Thanks!


We get home around 6:30, just let yourself in, make yourself at home, we'll be around soon! hehe

[disneydeb]

I didn't get to see little Alex. By the time I left my friend's house in Maynardville, they were getting ready to go home. Rachel invited me to come to Maryville to their home,but after the conference was over I didn't feel much like finding my way out of Knoxville to Maryville and then back home. (Knoxville has a lot or road construction going on now) Since my wreck, I am not the world's most secure driver.:blush:
So, who knows? Maybe my first glimpse of little Alex will be in December like the rest of us!

Love to all!
deb

[MsMin]

Beth at the risk of being more ironic would it help if I owned up to being half french Canadian? Jenn's french is pretty good as well. And if it will help you feel more at home..my son loves cajun influenced cooking. Jambayla is his fave but he's also of course fond bisque made with crab or shrimp, and can even make a roux already. Biscuits and cornbread both make regular appearances on our table but we make baugettes from scratch as well from time to time..Do I need to get a life or what?
So we may be related :D my mom's side is from Sicily but my dad's is the French side. Some directly from France and the others Cajun. Funny the French ones still spell their name like the French do. Everyone else around here changed the spelling (my family didn't get the memo, do you think they were trying to tell us something? ) I did find people in Canada spell their name like we do. Maybe the Cajun ones couldn't spell... :blush: I love crawfish bisque but make a my shrimp ettoufee a couple of different ways depending on whether I want it creole or Cajun - I do that w/ my gumbo too. We should have a cooking party... Glad someone out there understand us.


Same with me except I have to open her mouth and stick it back far enough so she can't use her tongue to flick it back out. Well this morning one pill worked, the other didn't so well. So I had doggie slobber on my hand. Gross!!

I hate giving doggie pills. My vet suggested that we blow in our dogs nose when we hold the muzzle. That is supposed to make them swallow.
I'm kinda glad that girl quit. Flexible? :crazy: sorry you have to rehire but glad you are not going through this for months.

Who's Tom ???
Note to Jym..... you're in trouble when Rachel realizes you make a good pacifier!
Zoop:bolt:
:hug: :stir:


Yeah... what she said! hehehe
I just made Jambalaya for some native Floridians (in the form of Rob's Aunt and her family) on Friday night. Along with some other yummies, they were completely impressed!
It always amazes me how many restaurants in your area can absolutely run food.

Thanks for the warm welcome back everyone, but I'm not really back completely. I'll be around sparingly over the next week or two so play nice.
Who wants to give me the readers digest version ?
Nice? I'm not familiar with that game... have the rules? I notice they didn't mention me... I've been my mom's left thumb... and shopping for my cruise. Glad you are back..
Ugh! I guess I have to get some work done today.
Does anyone else out there have a busy Aug scheduled? We have almost every weekend booked.
Have a GREAT day....

[MMouse6937]

I didn't get to see little Alex. By the time I left my friend's house in Maynardville, they were getting ready to go home. Rachel invited me to come to Maryville to their home,but after the conference was over I didn't feel much like finding my way out of Knoxville to Maryville and then back home. (Knoxville has a lot or road construction going on now) Since my wreck, I am not the world's most secure driver.:blush:
So, who knows? Maybe my first glimpse of little Alex will be in December like the rest of us!

Love to all!
deb

Deb, welcome home!! :hug: We missed you!!

Sorry you didn't get to see little baby Alex :( I guess you'll be like the rest of us and have to see him in December.

Does anyone have a hammock I could curl up in for a nap? I'm so tired, worried yesterday and didn't sleep too well :hug: to all!

[tinkerbellybutton]

Hello all, how is everyones day going so far? Good I hope. I have the house to myself right now for the first time in weeks, it kinda feels good but it's really quiet. Carter cut his third tooth yesterday, while he was chewing on my thumb, he broke the skin with that sharp little tooth. I love being a grandma, I got up with him this morning and let Hailey and Bryant sleep since he was up late because of teethin. It's nice toget up with a baby again. :cloud9: I hope everyone has a wonderful day!


Morning all! Hope everyone is up and at'em and off to a wonderful start! Today is "Reveal" day for our local Extreme Home Makeover.. I soooo wish I could be there...but duty calls! My coworker's daughter is there and she managed a front spot on the barriers so she's gonna get pictures and tell us all about it! I'm sure my pastor is there also.. HOPEFULLY someone will get me a good shot of Ty. If not there's been several posted on the news websites that you can buy so I just might have to buy one...

How exciting!


Well didn't go quite as planning but somewhat like I figured. She "quit" last night over my email. She said she needs a job that's going to be more flexible. Well I'm not sure what kind of job would be flexible TWO DAYS after you start, but call me crazy. So I didn't get to go all Donald Trump but it worked out in the end for the best. What a big huge waste of time. I was so looking forward to having some more time to myself, helping out more at the shelter, etc. Well back to square one.
I can't imagine that someone would think they can have that kind of flexibility starting out. :confused:


I'm still not done with my project. I'm trying really hard to finish it up, but it's kicking my butt, and I'm pretty much exhausted! :sleepin:
Hopefully it will turn around soon and you'll be kicking the projects butt. :pixie:


Drink ????? Hammock ???? Combined ????? Not a good combination for me ! Have you ever watched someone from the north try to get into a hammock ???????
What are you trying to say?? Are we clumsy or something? ;)

I didn't get to see little Alex. By the time I left my friend's house in Maynardville, they were getting ready to go home. Rachel invited me to come to Maryville to their home,but after the conference was over I didn't feel much like finding my way out of Knoxville to Maryville and then back home. (Knoxville has a lot or road construction going on now) Since my wreck, I am not the world's most secure driver.:blush:
So, who knows? Maybe my first glimpse of little Alex will be in December like the rest of us!

Love to all!
deb
Too bad you missed him, he sure looks like a little doll.





Nice? I'm not familiar with that game... have the rules? I notice they didn't mention me... I've been my mom's left thumb... and shopping for my cruise. Glad you are back..
Ugh! I guess I have to get some work done today.

I hope things calm down a little for you Beth. :pixie: as I said I'm still keeping you all in my prayers.


Blythe, thanks so much for offering to answer questions for Hailey. She actually was thinking last night that after she gets a degree in nursing she may want to try to go on to medical school. I'm so proud of all that she's accomplished. BTW how's that baby bird?

[offwego]

Hmm a more flexible job at the begining of the job? Perhaps a cabana person role?

Good luck with the interview process!

Pogo hope your lurking again soon.

Di your too funny..all Donald Trump on them. Not the hair I hope.

Blythe any word on the bird?

Jenn tommorow is fresh tomato and basil pasta with organic tomato and a nice bottle of pinot gris..say 7ish?

[Mickey'sGirl]

Jenn tommorow is fresh tomato and basil pasta with organic tomato and a nice bottle of pinot gris..say 7ish?
I'm so there! :thumbsup: Actually we had pasta last night with fresh ingredients from our garden....no pinot gris though???

We're doing grilled cheese tonight...hockey is at 6:30, so not much time to get the troops fed and out after work. Anyone else like theirs with mustard? :tasty:

[offwego]

We're doing grilled cheese tonight...hockey is at 6:30, so not much time to get the troops fed and out after work. Anyone else like theirs with mustard? :tasty:

Inside or outside? I like it if it's in but I don't like anything to dip grilled cheese in. Weird huh? Course with some fresh tomato and a slice of some really nice chicken or something that's pretty cool. Hmm do you think it's lunch time?

[disneydrmr]

Jenn tommorow is fresh tomato and basil pasta with organic tomato and a nice bottle of pinot gris..say 7ish?

What do I have to do to get an invite for dinner? That sounds yummy!



We're doing grilled cheese tonight...hockey is at 6:30, so not much time to get the troops fed and out after work. Anyone else like theirs with mustard? :tasty:

I like cold cheese and mustard sandwiches!!! I've never added the mustard on grilled ones.. I'll have to try it!

[MMouse6937]

Hi guys!! I need your opinion, QUICK!! Do you think Mike and I should move our reservation to WL for the December trip? It will cost us $400 more for the whole trip. I'm just not sure POP will give us the kind of theme were looking for when visiting around Christmas. What do you guys think? Decisions, decisions!! :D

[Jasper]

Hey y'all! just checking in to see what is going on. I can see you have all been pretty chatty since I was last on the thread on Tuesday so I doubt I'll be able to catch up with all of it in one sitting!

So has anyone seen the price of gas fall today since oil dropped below $130.00 a gallon today? It never fails to amaze me that they can justify raising prices at the pump based on the fact that crude goes up on a given day but then it takes weeks or even months for the price at the pump to fall with a drop in the price of crude.

Oh well, until we all get off of oil it is just something that we have to put up with.

[tinkerbellybutton]

Hi guys!! I need your opinion, QUICK!! Do you think Mike and I should move our reservation to WL for the December trip? It will cost us $400 more for the whole trip. I'm just not sure POP will give us the kind of theme were looking for when visiting around Christmas. What do you guys think? Decisions, decisions!! :D

Hey Sarah, I think it would be worth it. When we stayed at POP at Christmas in '05 I thought the decorations were kind of tacky. :blush: Of course I could be too judgemental, We found the deluxe resorts had much more "classy" decorations, but that's just my :twocents: Good Luck!

Oops, Did I forget a question before I hit submit?

[Jasper]

Hey Sarah, I think it would be worth it. When we stayed at POP at Christmas in '05 I thought the decorations were kind of tacky. :blush: Of course I could be too judgemental, We found the deluxe resorts had much more "classy" decorations, but that's just my :twocents: Good Luck!

I think it is really more of a matter of whether that additional $400.00 is going to keep you from doing something you might really want to do. As for the decorations while they are certainly different at POP I think it is more a matter of location rather than that the decorations themselves were tacky. When you start out with a more heavily themed environment you are naturally going to end up with a more complete finished product.

Let's see, who has my question? I am really getting bad at this in my old age!

[tinkerbellybutton]

I think it is really more of a matter of whether that additional $400.00 is going to keep you from doing something you might really want to do. As for the decorations while they are certainly different at POP I think it is more a matter of location rather than that the decorations themselves were tacky. When you start out with a more heavily themed environment you are naturally going to end up with a more complete finished product.

Let's see, who has my question? I am really getting bad at this in my old age!

I actually agree with you when you put it that way. I guess it has a lot to do with taste also. The kids on the other hand loved it and so did Bruce's dad. It reminded him of days gone by.;)
Did I do it again?

[Dsnygirl]

Yawn.... hey all.... I am an exhausted bird rehabilitator, but I think all's well.... :blush: ... I did a bunch of research online this morning after I got home and checked out "Bambi" (our girls named her that last night.... ;)) ... she was wanting to eat all the time and we were running out of available places to find worms! But she was a good cuddler and fell asleep in my hands a few times... :cloud9:

Anyway -- everything I read led me to believe maybe she hadn't been abandoned but had "fledged", and when I read they need to be fed every 20 minutes or so at this age (about 10 days old), I knew I'd never be able to keep up. (And I also needed to go to bed... at this point it was about 10am....)

So - since everything I'd read also said it was a myth that bird parents won't care for their young after we've touched them, but will instead keep returning to where they were "lost" looking for them, I got her outside to where they'd found her, and after about 30 minutes, her dad showed up and fed her!!! :woohoo: So, after being sure he was sticking around and continuing to feed her, I headed off to bed...

.... and was awoken by two little girls 3 hrs later in tears that she wasn't in her box, where was she, etc.... they were very sad, but understood why I'd one what I'd done. Of course, then the wildlife rehabilitator called that I'd left a message with and she sent me outside to see if the baby was still around and to ask a few more questions... and she (??) was, hopping all over the place... so the rehabilitator thought the bird was for sure a fledgling, and gave me a ton of great info on how birds parent their young and what they were doing/teaching her, etc... very, very cool!! I think it's now something I may look into volunteering for... the rehabilitator I spoke with had been a nurse for 20 years, too, and said all my instincts, etc., were spot on and that I should consider looking into it someday... it's so cool, b/c it's not something I'd ever even considered, I thought you had to be a park ranger or something and go to school for it, etc... funny how things happen, eh??

So - there's my long-winded version (and trust me, it could've been longer... ) of our bird story... I'll post a few pics of "Bambi" later tonight!


Everybody sleep well ?

Nope.... see above... I'll be trying to head to bed on the early side tonight to make up for it! Right now, I'm wishing I could mainline my caffeine....


SO, my boss called me at home last night and we've decided to let the receptionist go. It just isn't going to work out. Kinda sad, we all had high hopes but better to do it now than later. So, I get to go in this morning and fire someone, Yikes. Oh well, I'll let you know how it goes.

Sorry to hear about your troubles w/ her... but at least her quitting saved you the worst part. Good luck to her finding something "more flexible" two days in, after starting a week late!! What some people think is normal....


Morning all! Hope everyone is up and at'em and off to a wonderful start! Today is "Reveal" day for our local Extreme Home Makeover.. I soooo wish I could be there...

Hope you survived the busy night! That's a LOT of babies! Is that a 'typical' night? or is it quite a bit above average.

I'll have to go check out the pictures.... it's so awesome what they've done for this family!!

It was okay -- just very busy. I had 6 postpartum moms and 7 babies (one mom had twins) and that calls for a lot of work. But at least the night went by fast! (And no it's not typical, but more common lately as we've added more docs to our staff... but last night was a bit heavy for us...)


Blythe, thanks so much for offering to answer questions for Hailey. She actually was thinking last night that after she gets a degree in nursing she may want to try to go on to medical school. I'm so proud of all that she's accomplished.

BTW how's that baby bird?
That's great... she may find after she starts nursing that she changes her mind about medical school -- :blush: -- or it may propel her right into it, it all depends on your perspective. It's great she's doing so well!!

About our little bird... see above... sorry so long-winded, can't help myself when it comes to animals...


Hi guys!! I need your opinion, QUICK!! Do you think Mike and I should move our reservation to WL for the December trip? It will cost us $400 more for the whole trip. I'm just not sure POP will give us the kind of theme were looking for when visiting around Christmas. What do you guys think? Decisions, decisions!!
YES! (Not sure if that was quick enough, but if we could, we would... honestly, it wasn't our favorite deluxe when we went "resort visiting" -- not b/c it wasn't beautiful, b/c it was, but just some of the reactions to our girls oooh'ing and aaahhh'ing over the totem poles inside the lobby, etc... there were some obviously wealthy people checking in/out, and they were distinctly looking down their noses at them, and honestly, they weren't running around or anything, just a bit loud maybe in their enthusiasm for the decor... turned my mind on the resort, unfortunately. But - if it was just Dan and I -- I'd definitely give it a shot, or if our girls were older -- it was gorgeous, and the pool was SO pretty....)

Sorry --- long winded again --- must be the lack of sleep....

Okay, gotta run before this turns into a novel, if it isn't already....

[offwego]

we are doing a pop and Wl split. I'm not sure if we will updo the rest of the trip or not as we aren't prepared to give up $ for food over the room at this point. But it could change.

Personally Blythe I've known way to many people who really have money to ever be intimidated by those who think they can just act like it. (bet you 2 to 1 that the snobby folks were up to max on credit lines and mortgages!)

Good news on the bird! Do you need more coffee? Di did you get the pics of Ty? Carol is inventory 100% done yet?

[MauiMouse]

Well didn't go quite as planning but somewhat like I figured. She "quit" last night over my email. She said she needs a job that's going to be more flexible. Well I'm not sure what kind of job would be flexible TWO DAYS after you start, but call me crazy. So I didn't get to go all Donald Trump but it worked out in the end for the best. What a big huge waste of time. I was so looking forward to having some more time to myself, helping out more at the shelter, etc. Well back to square one.

So what does everyone else have planned today? I really need a Disney fix. I looked and we have 50 days until our September trip. That's not too bad but still feels like it's too far away! Hope you all have a great day, see you later :hug:

Sarah, wow, all I can say is wow. For someone in my position I can't believe it is all I can say. Hopefully you'll find someone who really wants to work soon.

Yes, I need a Disney fix as well. We have 37 more days until I go and believe me I'm more than ready. Too much stuff going on and makes me more and more worried at the store. It's not good at all either. :( I seriously wonder if I'll have a job next week.


I didn't get to see little Alex.
Deb, sorry to hear that you didn't get to see the little guy. Welcome home, we missed you. :hug:


Hi guys!! I need your opinion, QUICK!! Do you think Mike and I should move our reservation to WL for the December trip? It will cost us $400 more for the whole trip. I'm just not sure POP will give us the kind of theme were looking for when visiting around Christmas. What do you guys think? Decisions, decisions!! :D

I'd say go for it Sarah. I bet the decorations are beautiful and only $400 more, yup do it. I'll miss you at Pop, but we will see each other during the meets. Plus I love the Lodge if I could get back there I definitely would.


So has anyone seen the price of gas fall today since oil dropped below $130.00 a gallon today?

No, what is the deal with that, it actually went up almost 25 cents here. Uggghhh.



So - since everything I'd read also said it was a myth that bird parents won't care for their young after we've touched them, but will instead keep returning to where they were "lost" looking for them, I got her outside to where they'd found her, and after about 30 minutes, her dad showed up and fed her!!! :woohoo: So, after being sure he was sticking around and continuing to feed her, I headed off to bed...

Awe, glad that Bambi is back with her daddy. :thumbsup: How cool is that?

Well after tomorrow I'll be gone for a couple days. Going to see my friend in Iowa. I'm taking off early on Saturday and will come home on Monday night late. I haven't seen her in a while, so it should be a good time. The gas is going to kill me though, probably a whole weeks wages, but she is worth it.

[Caroleh]

5pm. Thanks!
Ya know....I really do like poutine (and I don't like french fries!). It must be the cheese curd :tasty:


I haven't tried poutine yet...I like all of the ingredients,but I'm not sure about them all together.


Well didn't go quite as planning but somewhat like I figured. She "quit" last night over my email. She said she needs a job that's going to be more flexible. Well I'm not sure what kind of job would be flexible TWO DAYS after you start, but call me crazy.


Hi guys!! I need your opinion, QUICK!! Do you think Mike and I should move our reservation to WL for the December trip? It will cost us $400 more for the whole trip. I'm just not sure POP will give us the kind of theme were looking for when visiting around Christmas. What do you guys think? Decisions, decisions!! :D

Flexible after 2 days....um, yeah, right. If she finds that job, can I get hired for it also?

Sarah, I would say go for it. We stayed there last year and it was so neat. This year I think I'd like to go see more of the different resorts.


Carol is inventory 100% done yet?

Done and sent in yesterday. Now I just have to get the store put back together. I did half the drapery wall today and I hope I can finish it tomorrow. It's the one thing everyone leaves for me because they don't want to do any heavy lifting.

[Caroleh]

Well after tomorrow I'll be gone for a couple days. Going to see my friend in Iowa. I'm taking off early on Saturday and will come home on Monday night late. I haven't seen her in a while, so it should be a good time. The gas is going to kill me though, probably a whole weeks wages, but she is worth it.

Where in Iowa? I miss home...well, I miss my DD and my DB and his family...I want to see the babies...:(

[Dsnygirl]

Personally Blythe I've known way to many people who really have money to ever be intimidated by those who think they can just act like it. (bet you 2 to 1 that the snobby folks were up to max on credit lines and mortgages!)

Good news on the bird! Do you need more coffee?

Too true... and I'm sure it happens everywhere, but to see people annoyed at a child's wonderment (at Disney of all places... ) really irks me. (Unless, of course, that display of wonderment is out of control and distracting, etc... ;)) Anyway, I totally know what you mean... we've got a town nearby that just screams "look at me, we've got $$$$ here" and lots of folks that live there are very snobby and think they're "all that"... they pride themselves on being "New England-like"... well, for someone who's spent most of her life visiting and living in New England, I just have to laugh when I'm there, b/c compared to true New England towns, they aren't all that much to write home about! So, we just enjoy going there for the ambience and ignore the attitude. :)


Yes, I need a Disney fix as well. We have 37 more days until I go and believe me I'm more than ready. Too much stuff going on and makes me more and more worried at the store. It's not good at all either. I seriously wonder if I'll have a job next week.

Awe, glad that Bambi is back with her daddy. :thumbsup: How cool is that?

Well after tomorrow I'll be gone for a couple days. Going to see my friend in Iowa. I'm taking off early on Saturday and will come home on Monday night late. I haven't seen her in a while, so it should be a good time. The gas is going to kill me though, probably a whole weeks wages, but she is worth it.
I wish my need for a Disney fix was going to be appeased as soon as you guys are getting one... we've still got 144 days to go!! :( But, I'm truly not complaining... at least it's not in the 300's like it was when we first started talking about it, and with the economy being what it is, I am just so thankful we can even have a vacation like it. So -- I'm trying to be patient.... :blush: (not a strong suit for me, and I'm glad Dan won't read that, as he'd die laughing.....)

It's totally cool -- although I have to admit, the mother in me is having a hard time with knowing she's going to be out there all night, unprotected. She's in roughly the same spot she's been since 4pm, and I'd rather see them coaxing her towards some cover right now... Julia is, as I type, creating some kind of "bird box" that she wants to stand up on it's side nearby so the baby can go in if it wants to... ;)

Have a great time in Iowa... I hope seeing your friend is all you're looking forward to it being!! Sending you some work :pixie: that things will right themselves soon....

Just adding this in -- I don't know how many of you remember me trying to buy some Mickey Halloween votive holders that are exclusive to MNSSHP last year?? We couldn't find them at WDW anywhere, they were totally sold out... but I'd found some in November on E-bay, and then couldn't actually get them b/c the seller couldn't find them when she went to ship them. So, we signed a release and all was well -- well, she e-mailed me yesterday that she found them, and I purchased them today!! Yeah!!! I wanted them SO badly... they were the one souveneir I really liked. So I am SO excited!! (Silly, I know, but there it is.... )

Okay -- I'm done with the caffeine for now... who's got the :marg:???

[Caroleh]

Just adding this in -- I don't know how many of you remember me trying to buy some Mickey Halloween votive holders that are exclusive to MNSSHP last year?? We couldn't find them at WDW anywhere, they were totally sold out... but I'd found some in November on E-bay, and then couldn't actually get them b/c the seller couldn't find them when she went to ship them. So, we signed a release and all was well -- well, she e-mailed me yesterday that she found them, and I purchased them today!! Yeah!!! I wanted them SO badly... they were the one souveneir I really liked. So I am SO excited!! (Silly, I know, but there it is.... )


Did you want to try and find you some this year?

[offwego]

Did you want to try and find you some this year?

Or just more candy?

[MauiMouse]

Where in Iowa? I miss home...well, I miss my DD and my DB and his family...I want to see the babies...:(

Just north of Davenport, in LeClaire. Should take me about 7 hours driving. We are going to a baseball game on Saturday night. :baseball: Then just doing what ever the rest of the time I'm there.

I can totally understand Blythe and I'm not a mom. It tears me apart seeing those little guys, no matter who they are having to be out in the real world alone. Did that make sense?

[MMouse6937]

Sorry to hear about your troubles w/ her... but at least her quitting saved you the worst part. Good luck to her finding something "more flexible" two days in, after starting a week late!! What some people think is normal....
YES! (Not sure if that was quick enough, but if we could, we would
You are so funny!! They'll call you the bird lady instead of the cat lady! I think you would be good at bird rehabilitation too. I don't know a darn thing about it, birds are so foreign to me.


Sarah, wow, all I can say is wow. For someone in my position I can't believe it is all I can say. Hopefully you'll find someone who really wants to work soon.
I'd say go for it Sarah. I bet the decorations are beautiful and only $400 more, yup do it. I'll miss you at Pop, but we will see each other during the meets. Plus I love the Lodge if I could get back there I definitely would.

Have fun in Iowa, be careful!

Flexible after 2 days....um, yeah, right. If she finds that job, can I get hired for it also?

Sarah, I would say go for it. We stayed there last year and it was so neat. This year I think I'd like to go see more of the different resorts.

Yeah I thought the word "flexible" was great. Flexible is when you've been at a job two years and you get sick and have to call in, not after TWO days!! Geez

Just adding this in -- I don't know how many of you remember me trying to buy some Mickey Halloween votive holders that are exclusive to MNSSHP last year?? We couldn't find them at WDW anywhere, they were totally sold out... but I'd found some in November on E-bay, and then couldn't actually get them b/c the seller couldn't find them when she went to ship them. So, we signed a release and all was well -- well, she e-mailed me yesterday that she found them, and I purchased them today!! Yeah!!! I wanted them SO badly... they were the one souveneir I really liked. So I am SO excited!! (Silly, I know, but there it is.... )

I'm glad you found the votives you wanted!!

SO, I switched our reservation to WL and for a couple reasons. First of all, I think this would be a wonderful resort to stay at during the holidays. With all the rustic decor and the big fireplace, it's going to be very cozy. Plus, Mike keeps talking about how he wants a "real" vacation and since I'm not sure he's going to be able to just lay by the pool in December, I figure at least WL has a hot tub and he can sit in there, get a :beer: and relax while I'm running around with you crazies ;) I also would like to relax a little bit. We are going in September and will really go commando style then, so it would be nice inbetween JQ and Mousefest meets to relax a little bit and take in some of the amenities. Do you guys think I made the right decision? I think so, it will be worth the extra $ I think and you only live once! Plus we don't have any credit card debt right now (but we may after this trip!!!) :D

I don't feel very good so I'm going to lay down for a little bit. Things have been so stressful this week with Scooter and the receptionist thing...I need some rest. Have a good night, I might check in later :hug:

[Beast_fanatic]

Good luck getting it done Rhonda. :pixie:

Thanks!


Rhonda, you know there is always room in the Friday Parties for more! You stop by whenever you can, OK? And we'll try to keep the lack of questions to the Friday party, not here.

Thanks Jamie! (Or, should I call you Jaime? ;)) I just have not had time to attend the parties in quite some time, but I'll try to sneak a peak soon! Oh, and welcome to JQ to you and Rob!


I didn't get to see little Alex.

Welcome home, Deb! Sorry you didn't get to meet Alex.


Hi guys!! I need your opinion, QUICK!! Do you think Mike and I should move our reservation to WL for the December trip? It will cost us $400 more for the whole trip. I'm just not sure POP will give us the kind of theme were looking for when visiting around Christmas. What do you guys think? Decisions, decisions!!

How much time are you going to be spending at the resort? Personally, I doubt that I'd do it.


I seriously wonder if I'll have a job next week.

Well after tomorrow I'll be gone for a couple days. Going to see my friend in Iowa.

Lots of job finding :pixie: for you, Mary! And, have fun in Iowa!

[Caroleh]

Or just more candy?

I'm bad....I don't share my candy.


Just north of Davenport, in LeClaire. Should take me about 7 hours driving.

I was from the other side of the state...The north central part, near Mason City in a small town by the name of Algona, it's where Hwy. 18 and 169 meet.


SO, I switched our reservation to WL and for a couple reasons. First of all, I think this would be a wonderful resort to stay at during the holidays. With all the rustic decor and the big fireplace, it's going to be very cozy. Plus, Mike keeps talking about how he wants a "real" vacation and since I'm not sure he's going to be able to just lay by the pool in December, I figure at least WL has a hot tub and he can sit in there, get a :beer: and relax while I'm running around with you crazies ;) I also would like to relax a little bit. We are going in September and will really go commando style then, so it would be nice inbetween JQ and Mousefest meets to relax a little bit and take in some of the amenities. Do you guys think I made the right decision? I think so, it will be worth the extra $ I think and you only live once! Plus we don't have any credit card debt right now (but we may after this trip!!!) :D



We really loved WL, I'd stay there in a minute. I just didn't have the money for it this year since we're taking 2 trips. We could look out our window and see the top of the castle. I'm going to miss being so close to MK this year.

Does anyone have any questions? Where is Ken hiding?

[Dsnygirl]

Well, it looks like the bird rehab center is open for one more night.... I saw one of our neighborhood cats out and about and that did it for me.... I researched a little bit more online and saw that a bunch of folks would bring the babies in at night and back out to their parents in the morning if they still seemed a bit too young, and "she" definitely does still seem like she fledged a bit early, or something happened to the nest. So, we went out looking for her and found her hopping towards the road... and that made the decision... amidst much protest from her mom & dad, she is cozied in on our porch, fed and will go back out to her parents when we get up. :blush: I have a feeling we won't see her after tomorrow, as we're going to be gone part of the day and won't be around to check on her, but I heard our neighbors next door, who have a fenced in yard, have one of her siblings, so I may ask them if they'd mind taking her, and hopefully, it'd make things easier on the mommy & daddy birds, too. :D


Did you want me to try and find you some this year?
Thanks for offering, but I think we'll be good with this set... it's a set of three, and I'm just so glad I/she found them! :thumbsup:


I can totally understand Blythe and I'm not a mom. It tears me apart seeing those little guys, no matter who they are having to be out in the real world alone. Did that make sense?
Totally!! :yes:


You are so funny!! They'll call you the bird lady instead of the cat lady! I think you would be good at bird rehabilitation too. I don't know a darn thing about it, birds are so foreign to me.

SO, I switched our reservation to WL and for a couple reasons. First of all, I think this would be a wonderful resort to stay at during the holidays. With all the rustic decor and the big fireplace, it's going to be very cozy. Plus, Mike keeps talking about how he wants a "real" vacation and since I'm not sure he's going to be able to just lay by the pool in December, I figure at least WL has a hot tub and he can sit in there, get a :beer: and relax while I'm running around with you crazies ;) I also would like to relax a little bit. We are going in September and will really go commando style then, so it would be nice inbetween JQ and Mousefest meets to relax a little bit and take in some of the amenities. Do you guys think I made the right decision?
:blush: ... I can't help it, when it comes to animals, esp. wild baby ones, I'm a sucker for helping, even if it costs me... Dan could tell you some funny tales, and in fact, I'm sure he will someday...

I do... I think your reasons for it are good, esp. if Mike wants to be able to really crash and relax at a nice resort while you're out and about. I think you'll be happy with your decision!

I hope you feel better tomorrow... don't stress too much about the whole receptionist thing, I'm sure it'll iron itself out and you'll find someone far better!!


Does anyone have any questions?
Yup - can I go to bed now? I think I've had about 9 hrs of sleep since Tuesday morning.... :faint:

[offwego]

Rhonda how's the project going? Blythe I hope the birdie is ok in the morning.
Carol you don't share candy? I find that hard to believe.

See you all tommorow.

[Tink&Goofy]

I'll be around sparingly over the next week or two so play nice.

I knew you couldn't stay away too long...you just like us too much, right? :D

What an EXHAUSTING couple of days!! BUT, work was successful, safe, and yes, fun. ;)
I came home late this evening, sat down for just a second, and woke up an hour later....
I was hoping to take tomorrow off, but have to head out again, at least for a few hours.
Then next week to Seattle, then the following week looks like a day or two in CA (not far from DL, but no time :().
So...YES, I will be needing vacation, and YES, December is waaaaaay to long away.

DH and DD should be landing in Las Vegas shortly. Her national bowling tourney is this weekend - send any extra pixie dust for luck. I would love to see her do well!

No time to catch up tonight. Pixie dust to those who need it.
Mary - good luck on your job interview tomorrow - I know you will do great!

[MickeysGirl]

Evening everyone!

Glad to hear so many of you all are having a good evening. Much rest to all who need it, especially Blythe, Sarah and Cindy.

Mary, have a great time visiting with Terry. Give her our love and you be safe out there. And keep us posted on the interview tomorrow, OK? :hug: :pixie:

Rhonda... Jaime?? hahahaha :silly: I'd completely forgotten about that! Hopefully you get a break to come by and play at the party tomorrow.

Cindy, good luck to your daughter! What an accomplishment!

Good luck with all critters and babies and hope everyone has a great night!

I think we're off to bed. :sleepin:

[pogo]

Good morning all.......... on my way for another training meeting. Yesterdays was good, but way too long. But it's something I've got to do for future money ! :D


Well after tomorrow I'll be gone for a couple days. Going to see my friend in Iowa. I'm taking off early on Saturday and will come home on Monday night late. I haven't seen her in a while, so it should be a good time. The gas is going to kill me though, probably a whole weeks wages, but she is worth it.
Travel safe Mary and want some advice about the gas ??? :secret:
Try taking Beano before you leave. :D

Yeah I thought the word "flexible" was great. Flexible is when you've been at a job two years and you get sick and have to call in, not after TWO days!! Geez

Or it's when you claim you can bend over and touch your toes...... right Rhonda ? :D


Yup - can I go to bed now? I think I've had about 9 hrs of sleep since Tuesday morning....
I hope you don't make yourself sick by depriving yourself of sleep. That's not enough to keep healthy. :hug:

Carol you don't share candy? I find that hard to believe.

I don't ! Poor Gilles ! :D

I knew you couldn't stay away too long...you just like us too much, right?


Wrong !

I love you guys ! I thought you knew that ? :D

[tinkerbellybutton]

Just a quick note to say good morning everyone, I've got coffee and donuts if anyone is interested.

Mary, Have a safe trip.

Sarah, I hope you're feeling better this morning.:hug:

Blythe, you are too cute when it comes to the bird. ;) I know what you mean about Hailey maybe choosing not to go on to med school. She knows she wants to be a nurse, at least. I'm so thrilled!

I'm not too big on cofee, anyone have any orange juice?

[Dsnygirl]

DH and DD should be landing in Las Vegas shortly. Her national bowling tourney is this weekend - send any extra pixie dust for luck. I would love to see her do well!

Sending your DD lots of :pixie: for this weekend -- I hope she does great!!


I hope you don't make yourself sick by depriving yourself of sleep. That's not enough to keep healthy. :hug:

I know, really I do, and I usually protect my sleep very carefully -- but this time, I needed to keep that baby bird healthy.... funny how certain things just take over your priorities at times! (But I promise I'll "catch up" this weekend! :D)


Just a quick note to say good morning everyone, I've got coffee and donuts if anyone is interested.

:here: :here: I'm VERY interested, thank you very much!! :)

Well, our baby bird is on his/her way in the big, wide world... the parents were waiting outside our back porch when Dan got up, and when they put the flaps down on the box, she jumped right out and headed over to the screen closest to her mom! So they picked her up and put her back in the box and carried her outside, where she proceeded to jump out again, and headed into the yard, flapping and fluttering and doing all the stuff she's supposed to do. I haven't seen her yet this morning, so I'm assuming our care for her is at an end... but I'm glad to have been able to do even a little bit to help!

Mary, good luck today at your job interview -- I hope it turns out great for you!! :fingers:

Would anyone like some :mickey: waffles to go with their coffee??? (silly question around here, I know....)

Well, I'm off to the showers... I hope you guys have a great day, I'll check in later!!

[Mickey'sGirl]

Mornin' Cousin! Morning to all my other peeps too! :hi:

It's way muggy here today -- expected to be up to 40 with the humidity (that's about 104) Thank goody goodness for A/C! The lady who looks after the boys does not have A/C, and Euan can't swim right now due to his cast, so they will likely hit one of the many splash pads our town has installed for our kiddies. They actually prefer the winter ... and I think I do too. (Although sun and fun is good too).

I'll have some coffee please Traci ... thanks. Anybody have some Mini-Wheats for me?

Hey Blythe - I am editing since your post is new! Great news about your little bird! I am sorry that your girls will be sad for a while, but you guys have done a really stellar job! Maybe I'll exchange my Mini-Wheats for a waffle...no syrup...maybe some fruit?

[MauiMouse]

Travel safe Mary and want some advice about the gas ??? :secret:
Try taking Beano before you leave. :D


Cute, very cute. :yes:

Blythe, that is so great in regards to your little birdy. Sounds like he/she is going to make it. :yay:


Now where did I put that question? I know it's around here somewhere.

[MMouse6937]

Morning all, I hope this finds you all doing well. I went to bed around 8:45 last night and was dead asleep by 9:00. Unfortunately the animals at my house wake me up quite a bit during the night, but what're you gonna do? Pinto actually woke me up around 11:45 running through the house, I mean RUNNING. Making laps around and around and around, I don't know what she was doing. It took me awhile to realize it wasn't one of the cats and that she wasn't chasing anyone. Nala was looking at her like she was crazy. So I let them outside and go back to our room and there is her collar (Pinto's) in a million pieces all over our bed. She had chewed the thing to bits and I slept through all that. I guess the running around was to get my attention :D

So I should be rested and I pretty much am but we have a full day today so I'll need all the help I can get.

Blythe, I'm glad the birdy seems to be doing well. I hope you're able to get some more sleep now!

Well I hope you all have a great day, I'll check in later. I'm going to lunch with my Dad, I haven't seen him in a while, they just got home from Michigan. It will be good to see him again. Have a great morning :hug:

[Mickey'sGirl]

Unfortunately the animals at my house wake me up quite a bit during the night, but what're you gonna do?
Maybe the stars are out of alignment or something..... Our dogs (Rory and Tate) have been waking between 4 and 5 all week.... clip clop scurrying back and forth between our room and the hall then our room and Harry's room then our room then our bathroom then Euan's room then the hall..... well you get the picture. What's up with that?

[disneydeb]

I've been thinkin' again.

You are probably saying, "OH NO!"

I was just thinking about how I love that I have friends here that take it upon themselves for taking care of animals. God bless you as to commit yourselves to this assignment.

I turn in my rental and pick up my wrinkle free Malibu today!
Do they use Botox for cars with wrinkles?:D

Good luck in Vegas, Cindy!
Happy travels to all getting ready to travel!

XOXOXOX
deb

[offwego]

Do you think it's the humidity with the doggies? Disney was not to bad last night (mostly cause I put him in Will's room which he treats as a major bonus. Except he slept with the wrong end of him on Will's pillow apparently and the boy decided not to move him..does anyone understand dogs or boys?)

I'm pretty sure Sandy slings some OJ our way on a regular basis. Since I'm on coffee duty at the office I'd be glad to make sure we are topped up here as well.

Jenn how many more sleeps? Mary good luck. Pogo stay awake. Blythe get some sleep.

[Mickey'sGirl]

XOXOXOX
deb
Back at you baby! :hug: Aren't Malibus really really pretty (and North American :thumbsup:) ? My sister has a smokey blue one. It's beautiful.

Do you think it's the humidity with the doggies? 'cept the A/C is ablowin' this week... I think Rory knows that we're getting ready to go away. He's always been really in tune with that kinda thing....Might have something to do with the suitcases in the playroom? 7 sleepies Nat, then we're off. Anyone else excited yet?

[MickeysGirl]

Hey Gang! Happy Friday!

Just popping in for a quick chat before I get back to being busy at the office.

Anybody need a road map to the Friday Party today? Here ya go... Happy Birthday Disneyland Party (http://www.intercot.com/discussion/showthread.php?t=138064)

So... I was really upset yesterday when I came to the realization that our Disneyland trip ended over 30 days ago... and I hadn't ordered any of my photopass pictures. More importantly, they had already expired!! :sad: I am always really good about getting in there in a timely manner, and this time, I have zero to show for it. Rob and I wanted to get a least one good one of the two of us (we have a different picture from our camera that came out great of the 3 of us) in front of the castle at night, and now they are all gone. And even the only group shots we have with Rob's cousin that joined us, nope. I am so bummed.

Anyway... that's the latest with me, other then the usual business.

Much love to you all! :pixie: :hug: :cheers: :heart:

See ya later!

[Tink&Goofy]

Mornin' y'all. A rare morning "zoop" for me! I'm preparing to head out with a coworker to have a "chat" with someone, and have a few minutes to spare. Then I will be off the rest of the day! :yay:

I got to sleep in until 5:30 this morning! :woohoo: I was beginning to feel like Blythe - trying to see how little sleep I could function on. :D But thats normal, right?

DD and DH arrived safe and sound in Vegas last night. Today is a "sweeper" (actually, like a fun/practice event for her). The "main event" doesn't start until tomorrow.

Do you think I can talk my coworker into hitting the Starbucks on the way this morning? Catcha later.

[MMouse6937]

I was just thinking about how I love that I have friends here that take it upon themselves for taking care of animals. God bless you as to commit yourselves to this assignment.

XOXOXOX
deb

You are so sweet, thanks for saying that!! :hug: On that note, I'm headed tomorrow to another big dog hike in the moutains. Remember the one I did last month with Loretta and it almost killed me? Yep, I'm gonna do it again. I really hope this time with Yogi, the boxer/great dane mix that I met with last weekend. We'll see how it goes this time, gonna make sure I have my good shoes!! :D

So the whole thing with the WL didn't work out :( The TA said they didn't have a room available standard or courtyard for the 10th at all. I don't want to be moving all around so I kept it at the POP. I figure if something comes up between now and December I'll switch, if not, we'll just take what we've got. I would like to save the money but Mike keeps talking about his "real" vacation and I thought it would be a nice upgrade for him. I'll keep you guys posted.

Talk to you guys later BIG :hug:!!!!

[MickeysGirl]

Hey, has anyone seen or heard from Ellen??

Ellen.. where are you, darlin??? :look:

[MsMin]

Too true... and I'm sure it happens everywhere, but to see people annoyed at a child's wonderment (at Disney of all places... ) really irks me. (Unless, of course, that display of wonderment is out of control and distracting, etc... ) Anyway, I totally know what you mean... we've got a town nearby that just screams "look at me, we've got $$$$ here" and lots of folks that live there are very snobby and think they're "all that"... they pride themselves on being "New England-like"... well, for someone who's spent most of her life visiting and living in New England, I just have to laugh when I'm there, b/c compared to true New England towns, they aren't all that much to write home about! So, we just enjoy going there for the ambiance and ignore the attitude.
I thought we were the only ones that noticed that attitude??? I've even had ppl on this site tell me they want to hear from their NE friends only :ack: Some treat you like you're stupid b/c you're from the south... when ignorance is truly when you can't remember that the world is round. We had friends from Boston who were astonished that there were smart ppl down here. Like your IQ goes down when you move south...



I wish my need for a Disney fix was going to be appeased as soon as you guys are getting one... we've still got 144 days to go!!

It will fly by...




So, we signed a release and all was well -- well, she e-mailed me yesterday that she found them, and I purchased them today!! Yeah!!! I wanted them SO badly... they were the one souveneir I really liked. So I am SO excited!!

So glad you found them. I remember them... I don't remember if I bought them.. I think I did. I'm excited to be going back for MVMCP this year.


I figure at least WL has a hot tub and he can sit in there, get a beer and relax while I'm running around with you crazies ;) I also would like to relax a little bit.
Hope you are feeling better but I'm a little confused??? what crazies?? I thought this was going to be a fun trip not work??? :fresh:

I'm bad....I don't share my candy.



We really loved WL, I'd stay there in a minute. I just didn't have the money for it this year since we're taking 2 trips. We could look out our window and see the top of the castle. I'm going to miss being so close to MK this year.

Does anyone have any questions? Where is Ken hiding?



I love you guys ! I thought you knew that ? ? glad to see you dropping by..


Just a quick note to say good morning everyone, I've got coffee and donuts if anyone is interested.
I started this answer at breakfast and it's already time for lunch..I'm ready for my diet dr. pepper... :D



Well, our baby bird is on his/her way in the big, wide world... the parents were waiting outside our back porch when Dan got up, and when they put the flaps down on the box, she jumped right out and headed over to the screen closest to her mom! So they picked her up and put her back in the box and carried her outside, where she proceeded to jump out again, and headed into the yard, flapping and fluttering and doing all the stuff she's supposed to do. I haven't seen her yet this morning, so I'm assuming our care for her is at an end... but I'm glad to have been able to do even a little bit to help!
Well, I'm off to the showers... I hope you guys have a great day, I'll check in later!!
Great job with the bird.. sounds like you've earned your wings
I haven't been a friend of the birds lately.. First I fight them for the figs now we are fighting over the grapes.
I just picked a bunch of scupper-noggs they are so tasty anyone want some....

Can anyone help me with this "mean" stuff here?
Ok, Angel teases me..... yesterday she sends me a text
"hahaha... I'm going to Orange Beach and you're not"
to which I reply
"ha ha..two weeks... Savannah view... "
She claims I'm mean :confused: I thought that was how the game worked?? I'm merely stating a fact and she started it.. IF you can't stand the heat...
There are so many people missing...

Have a great day all....
Hey Pogo you can come out of hiding ... I'll be gone after this week...

[Dsnygirl]

Morning all, I hope this finds you all doing well. I went to bed around 8:45 last night and was dead asleep by 9:00.

So I should be rested and I pretty much am but we have a full day today so I'll need all the help I can get.

Blythe, I'm glad the birdy seems to be doing well. I hope you're able to get some more sleep now!

Glad to hear the sleep helped, even if your pups kept you up a bit! Aren't animals so good at that?? If they're up, well then, we should be too!!

Hope today goes well for you.... are you guys going to be looking for another receptionist?

Me too... haven't seen her yet today, although I do see the parent hopping around w/ worms, so I know she's somewhere! The rehab person I talked to said they use the food to "move" the babies... teach them to follow to safe spots, etc. So, hopefully, that's what they're doing!


I was just thinking about how I love that I have friends here that take it upon themselves for taking care of animals. God bless you as to commit yourselves to this assignment.

I turn in my rental and pick up my wrinkle free Malibu today!

Happy travels to all getting ready to travel!

Thanks Deb!! :hug:

Yeah!! Malibu's are so nice... I saw a really pretty one yesterday, right in front of me in traffic, a black one. Sweet....

I wish.... not 'til August.... 34 days.... then we get to head "home" to Maine for 4 days. I can't wait!!!!! :woohoo:


Blythe get some sleep.
:blush: I'll try... but not tonight, I'm headed in to work. So, I'll sleep in a little tomorrow afternoon, although Dan's headed out to play golf, so maybe not as long as I'd like... and church is early on Sunday, and then we're off to the beach.... hmmm... maybe I'll sleep-in Monday morning??? (or on the beach, maybe... although I'm not too good at that, I'm too much of a busy body... ;))


7 sleepies Nat, then we're off. Anyone else excited yet?
You bet -- I'm super excited for you!! Can't wait to see the pictures...


Hey Gang! Happy Friday!

So... I was really upset yesterday when I came to the realization that our Disneyland trip ended over 30 days ago... and I hadn't ordered any of my photopass pictures. More importantly, they had already expired!! I am so bummed.

:hi: Jamie!

Have you tried calling them, or sending an e-mail through their "contact us" link? I had problems accessing the site when we got back last year, and was past the date when I finally figured out what I was doing wrong... they were very gracious and e-mailed me back, extending my date by a week. I'm not sure if that's standard, but it's worth a shot!! Sending you some :pixie: that it'll work...


So the whole thing with the WL didn't work out. The TA said they didn't have a room available standard or courtyard for the 10th at all. I don't want to be moving all around so I kept it at the POP. I figure if something comes up between now and December I'll switch, if not, we'll just take what we've got. I would like to save the money but Mike keeps talking about his "real" vacation and I thought it would be a nice upgrade for him. I'll keep you guys posted.

Sorry to hear about that.... I hope someone cancels b/w now and then and you guys can slip in!!


I thought we were the only ones that noticed that attitude??? I've even had ppl on this site tell me they want to hear from their NE friends only. Some treat you like you're stupid b/c you're from the south... when ignorance is truly when you can't remember that the world is round. We had friends from Boston who were astonished that there were smart ppl down here. Like your IQ goes down when you move south...

I just picked a bunch of scupper-noggs they are so tasty anyone want some....

Isn't that just the silliest thing? I totally know what you mean... and it isn't even about the money, either... we have tons of friends who make more than we do, and it doesn't matter at all... they could care less, and so do we. It's just the attitude people carry, regardless of $$ or where they live... like they're superior for some reason none of us can figure out. Drives me nuts.... :crazy:

So - anyone else glad it's FRIDAY??? Even though I'm working tonight, it still feels good, knowing I'll be able to relax with Dan and the girls tomorrow and Sunday. I hope you all are having an excellent day!!! I'm off to do some grocery shopping....

[Nascfan]

Can anyone help me with this "mean" stuff here?
Ok, Angel teases me..... yesterday she sends me a text
"hahaha... I'm going to Orange Beach and you're not"
to which I reply
"ha ha..two weeks... Savannah view... "
She claims I'm mean :confused: I thought that was how the game worked?? I'm merely stating a fact and she started it.. IF you can't stand the heat...
...

Isn't that the pot calling the kettle black?

Hope everyone is having a good Friday. Me, I'm just REALLY glad it's Friday. Busy, tough week.
Have a good day gang, and an even better weekend if I don't get back here.

[Mickey'sGirl]

Hope everyone is having a good Friday. Me, I'm just REALLY glad it's Friday. Busy, tough week.
:hug: I hope your weekend is spectacular.

Would a cookie help?

[offwego]

Doesn't a cookie always help Jenn? Scott since Alex hasn't been around and neither has Ken is should even be a whole cookie.

Blythe that's a busy weekend! I'm thinking of hitting a beach too but haven't made up my mind. Do you think it would be a good idea or should we just hang out in the house with the AC? And maybe watch some movies or something.

[Jasper]

Hey all, I am just checking in while I have a few minutes of calm before the proverbial storm hits! Last night my aunt that I had mentioned earlier that wasn't doing well finally passed away. Even though it is difficult to lose a loved one the way she went was really as nice as you can get.

My uncle decided that her hair was mussed and that my Aunt would hate to be seen like that so he started brushing her hair. Then, just as he finished he laid the brush down, touched her cheek and said to her "now you look as beautiful as the day I married you." With that she took two big breaths of air and passed away. Talk about a touching moment!! I know he didn't mean to do it to us but we were all in tears after that!

So why is it that everything always happens at once? Of course the most important thing we have coming up is the viewing on Sunday and burial on Monday in southern Kentucky for my Aunt. But we also have our local 4-H Fair opening tonight and running the next 8 days that our family is always heavily involved with. Then the next week we have a street festival called Strassenfest that takes place in front of my wife's costume store which means we have to be involved in that. And then the first full week in August we have our annual week long trek to Indianapolis for the Indiana State Fair where my son shows rabbits and participates in a variety of other activities! and then our 11 year old starts school on August 13! Can you say crazy?

Of course, with the condition of my back I am not entirely certain how many of those things I will actually do but I know that I will have to push as hard as I can! Anyway, if you don't hear much from me before the end of August you will know why!

So everyone be good and have fun while I am gone. OK, maybe that is too much to ask so how about just have fun?

[Mickey'sGirl]

Jasper, thanks for sharing such a beautiful moment with us. :hug: for you and your family.
Of course, with the condition of my back I am not entirely certain how many of those things I will actually do but I know that I will have to push as hard as I can! Anyway, if you don't hear much from me before the end of August you will know why! I hope that you are able to do everything you want to. :pixie: for luck! Even with a great back, would anyone be able to get all that done????

[MissStyles]

So the whole thing with the WL didn't work out :(

I didn't have a chance to post my 2 cents but all I can say is if it's meant to work out it will. Have you considered any other resort as an alternative to upgrade to? I think it's good you'll be saving the money.......$$$$$ 400 is a good chunk o' change!!!


Hey Pogo you can come out of hiding ... I'll be gone after this week...

Where are you going??? :confused:


So - anyone else glad it's FRIDAY???

I am! I am! Nothing concrete planned...but with all the traveling and out of town visitors the past 1.5 months....we're ready to just CHILL! :cool:


Blythe that's a busy weekend! I'm thinking of hitting a beach too but haven't made up my mind. Do you think it would be a good idea or should we just hang out in the house with the AC? And maybe watch some movies or something.

AC+movies = sounds PERFECT! (ps. don't forget :popcorn:)


Then, just as he finished he laid the brush down, touched her cheek and said to her "now you look as beautiful as the day I married you." With that she took two big breaths of air and passed away.

That made my heart drop. It reminds me of the movie The Notebook. :angel: :hug: to you!

[disneydrmr]

Jasper - my thoughts, prayers and sympathy to you and your family!

Quick zoop.. off work today.. been busy running errands since tomorrow dh and I have volunteered to help at the Free christian concert in the park... it's Jaci Velazquez... she's a wonderful singer. dh and I will be manning her personal table. It's gonna be HOT out there so we bought a couple of misting fans to take with us. I'm sure I'll sweat several pounds off. Tonight we're heading over to the Balloon Festival/competition that's in town for the weekend (I'll think of you Pogo!).. should be fun!

Hope you all have a GREAT weekend! PIxie dust to all who need it... hugs to everyone!

Oops.. didn't get a question in.. um...who turned off the air condition?

[offwego]

Jasper a truly touching story. Your agenda sounds over packed for. Please be careful of your back ok?

Di make sure to bring lots of water with you ok?

[MsMin]

Hey Gang! Happy Friday!
So... I was really upset yesterday when I came to the realization that our Disneyland trip ended over 30 days ago... and I hadn't ordered any of my photopass pictures. More importantly, they had already expired!! I am always really good about getting in there in a timely manner, and this time, I have zero to show for it. Rob and I wanted to get a least one good one of the two of us (we have a different picture from our camera that came out great of the 3 of us) in front of the castle at night, and now they are all gone. And even the only group shots we have with Rob's cousin that joined us, nope. I am so bummed.

Jamie, I'm so sorry to hear about your photopass pics. :( Did you try to call them anyway??? I guess this means you have to go back sooner than planned....


I turn in my rental and pick up my wrinkle free Malibu today!
Do they use Botox for cars with wrinkles?

Glad you got your car back... Let's hope it wasn't botox b/c that doesn't last very long...
have a great weekend... so sorry you didn't get to see Alex...


So the whole thing with the WL didn't work out The TA said they didn't have a room available standard or courtyard for the 10th at all. I don't want to be moving all around so I kept it at the POP. I figure if something comes up between now and December I'll switch, if not, we'll just take what we've got. I would like to save the money but Mike keeps talking about his "real" vacation and I thought it would be a nice upgrade for him. I'll keep you guys posted.
Talk to you guys later BIG !!!!
So sorry your WL thing didn't pan out for you. Maybe something special is up the road a bit. :hug:

Isn't that the pot calling the kettle black?
:humph: and just which adjective is the one you used to refer to me???? :D


Last night my aunt that I had mentioned earlier that wasn't doing well finally passed away. Even though it is difficult to lose a loved one the way she went was really as nice as you can get.
Sending prayers and :pixie: for you and yours. I hope you manage to get through it all, the support of loved ones helps so much..


Where are you going??? :confused:
That made my heart drop. It reminds me of the movie The Notebook. hug to you!
I leave a week from Sunday for my vacation w/ my dd to the Bahamas and WDW. Will you miss me.. :hug: Speaking of the notebook, have you read any of Nicolas Sparks' other books??


Oops.. didn't get a question in.. um...who turned off the air condition?
WHAT NO A/C???? no wonder we can't find everyone... Poor Marilyn must have passed out w/ that desert heat...

So what do you do to keep cool? Anyone up for a nice cool smoothie?

[Jasper]

Jasper - my thoughts, prayers and sympathy to you and your family!
It's gonna be HOT out there so we bought a couple of misting fans to take with us. I'm sure I'll sweat several pounds off.


Isn't it fun to get on the scales after a hot day out in the sun and watch that dial land lower than normal? I know it is only temporary but I still do it just for a boost to my self confidence! Of course I don't bother to check it again after I rehydrate because I don't want to know the real truth!!:D:D


Jasper a truly touching story. Your agenda sounds over packed for. Please be careful of your back ok?


Thank you to everyone for all your thoughts, prayers, well wishes and, of course, pixie dust! It certainly is nice to have people that will listen when times are tough! I hope I can return the favor for all of you when it is needed!

And as for the back, I can guarantee you that my wife is harder on me about what I am suppose to be doing and not doing than I am. While neither of us has truly accepted the full reality of what I am not suppose to be doing she is usually better about telling me to quit doing whatever I am doing than I am. Believe me, this has been the point of many VERY LOUD conversations!

[Nascfan]

:hug: I hope your weekend is spectacular.

Would a cookie help?

A cookie always helps. Thanks! :thumbsup:


:humph: and just which adjective is the one you used to refer to me???? :D



Um, the good one? :D

Jasper, my condolences to you and your family.

[MMouse6937]

Jasper :hug: to you and your family, be very careful with yourself over these next weeks, don't injure yourself.

Diane, be careful out in the heat, stay hydrated and makes sure you don't get too overheated!!

Afternoon all, hope you're all doing well. I went to lunch with my Dad, it was so good to see him and he brought my pierogies from Mich back with him !! :party: I wonder if Mike's going to ask me where I want to go for dinner tonight and I want to have pierogoes :D He'll probably be very disappointed!

Hope you all have a great rest of the afternoon, I'm counting down the amount of patients I have to see before I can get out of here! Talk to you all later :hug:

[Jasper]

I went to lunch with my Dad, it was so good to see him and he brought my pierogies from Mich back with him !!

Glad you got to see your father but I just have to know, what are pierogies? Is that a name of a food or a business or what? Also, can you give us a phonetic spelling of that word?

[Dsnygirl]

Blythe that's a busy weekend! I'm thinking of hitting a beach too but haven't made up my mind. Do you think it would be a good idea or should we just hang out in the house with the AC? And maybe watch some movies or something.
I vote the beach... mainly b/c that's what we'll be doing! But I also need to get my children who think they are fish back in the water, and get a little color on this pale skin! :blush:


Afternoon all, hope you're all doing well. I went to lunch with my Dad, it was so good to see him and he brought my pierogies from Mich back with him !! :party: I wonder if Mike's going to ask me where I want to go for dinner tonight and I want to have pierogoes :D He'll probably be very disappointed!

Yummm!! Now you're making me wish I'd gotten some at the grocer....


Glad you got to see your father but I just have to know, what are pierogies? Is that a name of a food or a business or what? Also, can you give us a phonetic spelling of that word?
Pierogies -- pronounced "peer-o-geez" with a long "o" in the middle -- are like pasta "pillows" filled with mashed potatoes and then add whatever you'd like to that... meat, cheese, onions... then you either boil or fry them and add butter and more onions... at least, that's how we do them... and boy oh boy are they yummy!! My DH is full-blood Polish, so they're a staple around here...

Jasper, I'm so sorry to hear about your aunt... what a beautiful story! I hope things go well this weekend for you and your family. And what a crazy few weeks you have coming up -- I thought we were busy!! Holy moly! Do be careful of your back... we wouldn't want you laid up again!

So, now that everybody's work day is winding down, I'm trying to gear up for mine... usually by now I have a good idea for dinner, but I'm at a loss, since now I want pierogies.... ;) ... I may just throw salmon on the grill, can't go wrong w/ that.... :cloud9:

Anybody have any better ideas?? Or better yet -- would anybody like to go to work for me??? :D

[MMouse6937]

Glad you got to see your father but I just have to know, what are pierogies? Is that a name of a food or a business or what? Also, can you give us a phonetic spelling of that word?

LOL!! :D Sorry, I had a feeling there would be someone that would have no idea what I was talking about. It's a food that's somewhat of a doughy dumpling/pasta type thing filled with some type of filling. I like the ones with potato and cheese, but they fill them with mushrooms, saurkraut, etc. It's actually pronnounced pretty much like it's spelled: Pier (like what you stand over the ocean on) o ge. They are the best tasting thing in the whole world!! :cloud9: So was that clear as mud?

[offwego]

Blythe did I miss when you hit 6000? Congrats. Colour on skin is why I don't want to go. I only have pale white and lobster colour as options which really doesn't entice me much. We will see what the guys say.

Salmon is good but why not just have the perogies? (and Jasper I'm sure there are plenty of perogie businesses too as we buy ours premade all the time it's about the only prepared food I buy aside from the occasional pizza)

[MMouse6937]

I
Pierogies -- pronounced "peer-o-geez" with a long "o" in the middle --

Ok, Blythe did that better than me, I'm phonetically challenged ok?

[dlpmikki]

Jasper, thank you for sharing that touching story with us. Like the others have said - look after yourself too over the next few busy weeks! OK?

I put my Marriott timeshare on the market today. We have never stayed there but always swapped our one week for two weeks in Florida. We can't see us staying there much, even if it is near Paris (and a certain Disney Park) so there doesn't seem much point keeping it. I'd rather stay at DVC anyway.

Tomorrow we are going to visit a friend near London who moved into a new house at the beginning of the year and it is still a work in progress but has a wonderful garden. It'll be fun to catch up!

Today I may have done something that will cause me a lot of work in the future but could be worthwhile. If it gets interesting I will let you know about it.

Oh the race for life was excellent - folks completed the course a lot quicker than they expected and the weather was just perfect - cool, but the rain stayed away. It was inspiring seeing all the dedications people wore on their backs for who they were running in remembrance or celebration of.

Happy weekend everyone!

[offwego]

Mikki I'm glad the weather was nice for your race. Those are truly interesting events are they not?

Anyone else glad the weekend is mostly here?

[Tink&Goofy]

:woohoo: Its the weekend!! Everybody ready? :D Man do I need it after the week I've had!

Just me and the two youngest this weekend, as DH and DD are in Vegas. Tomorrow is our anniversary (22 years!), and once again, we are MILES apart. Some may remember our 20th, when we were on opposite coasts - him at home, and me on Long Island. To top it off, he gets home very late Sunday, and I leave Monday for the week in Seattle. Home on friday, then off to California the following monday! :crazy: Hopefully we will have some time next weekend to squeeze in a night out!

Happy Friday everyone!

[Caroleh]

Carol you don't share candy? I find that hard to believe.


I'm married to a chocoholic and if I want chocolate I need to hide it and not share it. I will share my Tizzlers, unless they're really, really fresh. Then they're mine. Some days I'm the seagulls from Finding Nemo!!!:D


I don't ! Poor Gilles ! :D


He's not poor...he can buy his own candy!!!! :D


Isn't that just the silliest thing? I totally know what you mean... and it isn't even about the money, either... we have tons of friends who make more than we do, and it doesn't matter at all... they could care less, and so do we. It's just the attitude people carry, regardless of $$ or where they live... like they're superior for some reason none of us can figure out. Drives me nuts.... :crazy:

So - anyone else glad it's FRIDAY??? Even though I'm working tonight, it still feels good, knowing I'll be able to relax with Dan and the girls tomorrow and Sunday. I hope you all are having an excellent day!!! I'm off to do some grocery shopping....

Some people like to pretend they have a lot of money and the snootiness that goes with it. I'd rather be me, because I know I couldn't live with myself if I pretended I was snooty.

I wish I could be happy it was Friday, but I still have to work tomorrow, then I get Sunday off, but then it's another 6 days of work in a row...:( Oh, well...more time to take off work.

I got my paycheck today and they paid me for 96 hours of straight time when they were only suppose to pay me for 88, my supervisor is going to check into because she said I should of had more OT time.

Okay, I need advise...when my supervisor called me today, she had informed me that my old manager is off work because she is being investigated(she didn't tell me why, she just asked me not to call her, I didn't ask any questions with that) and that right now her 2 assistant managers are running the store. I told my boss that if the girls needed any help that they could call me. I don't know if my old manager is permanently gone or not, but if she is and they offered me the store, should I take it? It's a bigger store, which means more money. But it's also in the town that we moved from, that I really don't like. The crime rate in the mall the store is located is very high. I really like my small store and the town we're in.

Jasper, thank you for sharing that touching story. My deepest sympathies for you and your family

[offwego]

Carol, would the more money be worth with the price of gas and the time etc be really truly worth the possible extra? As much as I'm all about the $$ if it's not going to make you happy that's not a good thing at all.

T & G many many happy returns. It's not the day itself but the celebration of the commitment that matters. May you and your DH enjoy a long long healthy happy time together.

[trackbarroness]

Okay who performed the rain dance today?
And why did it have to include thunder and lighting?
So who's ready for Saturday? Even though it's my Monday I go back to work tomorrow, how sad is that huh? :D
I'll prepare the coffee maker and hot water machines tonight before going to sleep.
PirateGal and I are talking about taking a trip to DLR next year and were talking about staying during the month of September. Good idea or bad idea during that month?

[tinkerbellybutton]

Hey guys, I haven't had a chance to catch up on everyone's chat, :pixie: to those who need it and :hug:

I was wondering if anyone had a spare hug. We're suposed to leave in the morning for NYC for the INTERCOT meet. Well, this morning Carter started his runny nose and by this afternoon his chest was junky so he's using the neb every few hours. We don't have a portable neb yet. We're canceling the trip :( I'm disappointed but of course Carter is the most impoprtant thing.
Have a great night and I'll see you guys in the morning. By the way, who sent the thunderstorms here?

[mouseaddict]

Hey All...
It sure has been a busy week...and I see everyone in here has been busy too.

Survived Universal..but it was definately NOT Disney. No magic..nada...kids were not really impressed..but DH had fun so I can't complain.

Jasper..what a touching story..I have always been amazed at how people seem to wait for someone special before they go or for a moment like you described..I am glad she was at peace and hope that this can comfort you in such a difficult time.

Pogo..welcome back..nice to have you and your cheery upbeat attitude around again. When will we have you back for good?

Jym..wait till Rachel discovers that breast pump...no excuses anymore then!

I had a big interview this week with the Mayo clinic...and I think I have gotten the job..actually a better one than I interviewed for. I had interviewed for an MICU position but the manager did not have the hours that I wanted..so she wandered over to the SICU/Heart/Lung transplant floor and gave the manager my name. I got a call today basically offering me the position. I am going in to meet the manager Tuesday. I really hope that this will work out as I need to be home with the kids more.
My SIL and I are not seeing eye to eye on child rearing and it is causing rouble. She has been trying to discipline the kids while I am home and she is very rough. Yesterday I caught her screaming at my poor 6 year old because he forgot to put socks on..then when he cried and said that she was being mean she went and got...a leather belt!! I freaked out. I believe in discipline but I think a belt is extreme..and especially when i am sitting there! Now I wonder what has been going on when I am not home...what a disaster!
Ok..I have mumbled on for long enough. Any suggestions on what to do with SIL???

[Caroleh]

Carol, would the more money be worth with the price of gas and the time etc be really truly worth the possible extra? As much as I'm all about the $$ if it's not going to make you happy that's not a good thing at all.


I think for me is that there are several people still working there that I was just a co-worker with and if they'd have respect for me as a manager. There was also a lot of back stabbing in the store, which the last manager encouraged. She also has several "little pets" that really didn't have to work hard. I don't think I'd want to have several problem employees verses one. It's easier to manage 7 people then 19. It's not the running of the store but managing the people.

It's a point of going into a successful store or trying to make a small store that is the laughing stock of the company into something respectful. I've surpassed what we made last year already this year and we're still going strong. I'm getting close if not over my 3% growth I wanted and will be getting very close to a 6% increase. The company is struggling this year because of the raise in our dollar and people going to Buffalo, plus the economy as a whole. Truth of the matter is not many people sew anymore so it's a dying industry. When I was talking to my boss today about where we're at for the year, she was very excited. I think if I look at the accomplishment I've done and taken almost 5 years to do, it has to be fulfilling and I want to stand with my little store!!!

Does all this make sense or did I bore you all?

Where's our cabana boy and bartender? It's Friday night and aren't we suppose to be partying?

[Marilyn Michetti]

I've been thinkin' again.

You are probably saying, "OH NO!"

I was just thinking about how I love that I have friends here that take it upon themselves for taking care of animals. God bless you as to commit yourselves to this assignment.

I turn in my rental and pick up my wrinkle free Malibu today!
Do they use Botox for cars with wrinkles?:D

Good luck in Vegas, Cindy!
Happy travels to all getting ready to travel!

XOXOXOX
deb


Oh Deb, Botox is WAY to expensive. Just use what I put on my face - spackeling (?) You know, the stuff you put on cracks in a wall. I'm really :) you're getting your car back.:thumbsup:

[Caroleh]

I was wondering if anyone had a spare hug. We're suposed to leave in the morning for NYC for the INTERCOT meet. Well, this morning Carter started his runny nose and by this afternoon his chest was junky so he's using the neb every few hours. We don't have a portable neb yet. We're canceling the trip :( I'm disappointed but of course Carter is the most impoprtant thing.
Have a great night and I'll see you guys in the morning. By the way, who sent the thunderstorms here?

:pixie::pixie: for Carter, Traci.


I had a big interview this week with the Mayo clinic...and I think I have gotten the job..actually a better one than I interviewed for. I had interviewed for an MICU position but the manager did not have the hours that I wanted..so she wandered over to the SICU/Heart/Lung transplant floor and gave the manager my name. I got a call today basically offering me the position. I am going in to meet the manager Tuesday. I really hope that this will work out as I need to be home with the kids more.
My SIL and I are not seeing eye to eye on child rearing and it is causing rouble. She has been trying to discipline the kids while I am home and she is very rough. Yesterday I caught her screaming at my poor 6 year old because he forgot to put socks on..then when he cried and said that she was being mean she went and got...a leather belt!! I freaked out. I believe in discipline but I think a belt is extreme..and especially when i am sitting there! Now I wonder what has been going on when I am not home...what a disaster!
Ok..I have mumbled on for long enough. Any suggestions on what to do with SIL???

When you put Mayo Clinic I was thinking of the orginal Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. They use to send us(people from my hometown) up there all the time since we lived about an hour and a half away from it.

How about taking the leather belt to her? That really makes me :mad:. He's a kid for Pete's sake and that is child abuse.

[Marilyn Michetti]

ZOOP ! I LOVE that word. Use it all the time now. Everybody O.K.? (that's a question). My mom is slowing down, and like I said earlier, her trip to Phila. is off cause my "little" brother said she would require too much care. That's after we spent $441 for a tx. Thank goodness I bought flight insurance, even though it will take several months to get it back. ANYWAY, she's been so down about it that my DD, Beth, said, "let me accompany her to Ohio, where the nice relatives are. She's an R.N., and will make sure she's well taken care of, plus Dialysis has scheduled her for treatment three mi. away from my ex-SIL, where she'll be staying. They're booked for one week, leaving Aug. 12th., so please pray that she gets to go. She's down to 122lbs - lost six lbs this week, soooooooooooooo.......
I haven't had much time to tap at ya, but am still around. Thanks for the new word. DH says, "what cha doing"? I say, "zooping", and he goes outside. I think we're on to something big.
Have a great rest of the week-end. I have class tomorrow morning, and then just plan to float in the pool. It's about 92 degrees in the water, but that's good my M.S., and the weightlessness is awesome. I promise to catch up on Monday. I'll bring real cookies, and Starbucks coffee. :cloud9:

[disneydeb]

I'm doin' tha happy dance!:trio::joy: :trio:

My car looks great!

If I could just get rid of this ache in my neck and back.

Is everyone having a good night?

[Dsnygirl]

I put my Marriott timeshare on the market today. We have never stayed there but always swapped our one week for two weeks in Florida. We can't see us staying there much, even if it is near Paris (and a certain Disney Park) so there doesn't seem much point keeping it. I'd rather stay at DVC anyway.

Today I may have done something that will cause me a lot of work in the future but could be worthwhile. If it gets interesting I will let you know about it.

Good look with the time share sale! Will you still be coming to Florida for the same amount of time without it? I hope so!!

Hmmm... curiouser and curiouser....


Anyone else glad the weekend is mostly here?
YES!! And I'll be even happier when mine starts at 7am... we are WAY too busy tonight. I'm postpartum right now, with 6 patients.... very rare to start with that many. At 11pm, if I don't end up in Labor & Delivery, I may have 8.... yipes!!!

Is it 7am yet??? :crazy:


:Just me and the two youngest this weekend, as DH and DD are in Vegas. Tomorrow is our anniversary (22 years!), and once again, we are MILES apart. Some may remember our 20th, when we were on opposite coasts - him at home, and me on Long Island. To top it off, he gets home very late Sunday, and I leave Monday for the week in Seattle. Home on friday, then off to California the following monday! Hopefully we will have some time next weekend to squeeze in a night out!

Wow -- no wonder you guys decided to get away together in December -- you need it! Are you sure you really want to spend any of that quality time with all of us crazy folks?? :D


I was wondering if anyone had a spare hug. We're suposed to leave in the morning for NYC for the INTERCOT meet. Well, this morning Carter started his runny nose and by this afternoon his chest was junky so he's using the neb every few hours. We don't have a portable neb yet. We're canceling the trip. I'm disappointed but of course Carter is the most impoprtant thing.

I'm so sorry to hear that... :( ... we've had to make cancels like that, and it's so hard, but knowing you're doing it for the little ones does make it a bit easier. I hope you have a wonderful weekend at home instead!! (Go out to Cooks on Bailey and have a lobster for me, okay?? :cloud9:)


I had a big interview this week with the Mayo clinic...and I think I have gotten the job..actually a better one than I interviewed for. I had interviewed for an MICU position but the manager did not have the hours that I wanted..so she wandered over to the SICU/Heart/Lung transplant floor and gave the manager my name. I got a call today basically offering me the position.

My SIL and I are not seeing eye to eye on child rearing and it is causing rouble. She has been trying to discipline the kids while I am home and she is very rough. Yesterday I caught her screaming at my poor 6 year old because he forgot to put socks on..then when he cried and said that she was being mean she went and got...a leather belt!! I freaked out. I believe in discipline but I think a belt is extreme..and especially when i am sitting there! Now I wonder what has been going on when I am not home...what a disaster!

First of all, sending you loads of :pixie: for your job... that sounds great! I sure hope you get it!!

As far as your SiL, I would just pull the kids from her care... to do that kind of stuff right in front of you is shocking, and you're right, it would make me seriously wonder about what goes on when you're not. I don't know what your relat. w/ her is like, but even if you're close, I'd have a serious sit-down with her, and I'd probably find someone else to watch them -- I'd be too nervous while they're there otherwise! I hope it works out for you and gets better!! :hug:


Where's our cabana boy and bartender? It's Friday night and aren't we suppose to be partying?
Not without me... can we save the party for tomorrow night?? I'll bring the :marg:.... :D

[Dsnygirl]

I'm doin' tha happy dance!:trio::joy: :trio:
Why??? (And quick, go fix your post and add a ??? before you get in trouble... ;))

[Caroleh]

Why??? (And quick, go fix your post and add a ??? before you get in trouble... ;))

:ditto:

[disneydeb]

I'm doin' tha happy dance!:trio::joy: :trio:

My car looks great!

If I could just get rid of this ache in my neck and back.

Is everyone having a good night?


Why??? (And quick, go fix your post and add a ??? before you get in trouble... ;))


:ditto:

I did. Thanks guys! Did you know dancing make you forgetful? :D

[Tink&Goofy]

Congrats on getting your car back, Deb! I hope its as good as new!

Carol - I think you answered your own question about changing stores...

Blythe - I hope your night slows down a little... although then it probably goes slower, am I right?

I think I just might open a bottle of wine. I wouldn't even have to share. :blush: OK....I would if one of you wanted some. :D I was planning on painting the family room and kitchen today/tomorrow. Well I haven't even got the paint yet, although I did pick up paint samples. Do you think it will get done this weekend? :blush:

[drummerboy]

Zooop!


Where is Ken hiding?
I was hiding about halfway across the state. I'm on a comittee that plans yearly training sessions for incoming local bar presidents and we had our planning session yesterday in Pinehurst (golfers should be familiar with that one). We do the actual training session in January. Didn't take the laptop, so was incommunicado for a while.

Meantime, DD and SIL decided to take a motorcycle outing with his father (it was the stepfather who died)and stepmother, and we picked up the kids 'on the way back' to babysit.


Travel safe Mary and want some advice about the gas ??? :secret:
Try taking Beano before you leave.
:drummer:


I'll have some coffee please Traci ... thanks. Anybody have some Mini-Wheats for me?
Cameron might have a few to spare. :D


I'm preparing to head out with a coworker to have a "chat" with someone.
Is that one of those "We're from the government and we're here to help" chats? :D


I did. Thanks guys! Did you know dancing make you forgetful? :D
Must be from bouncing your brain all around like that. :crazy:

Carol, I believe I'd stay put.

Jasper, I'm glad you shared that with us.

[Beast_fanatic]

:ditto:

Carol! What were you thinking? I know you were trying to help Deb out, but still... :nono:

[MMouse6937]

PirateGal and I are talking about taking a trip to DLR next year and were talking about staying during the month of September. Good idea or bad idea during that month?
We went two years ago in September and the weather was great! Not as hot and humid as FL that time of year. The crowds were a lot bigger than I expected but they say CA kids have year round school so there isn't any "off season" to speak of. Now, being in DL, that's a whole other topic!

I was wondering if anyone had a spare hug. We're suposed to leave in the morning for NYC for the INTERCOT meet. Well, this morning Carter started his runny nose and by this afternoon his chest was junky so he's using the neb every few hours. We don't have a portable neb yet. We're canceling the trip :(
:hug: Traci, so sorry to hear about your trip, I hope Carter gets much better!

Thanks for the new word. DH says, "what cha doing"? I say, "zooping", and he goes outside. I think we're on to something big.

Marilyn, I can't WAIT to meet you, you are so funny! :funny: Mike wouldn't know what zooping was either!

Carol! What were you thinking? I know you were trying to help Deb out, but still... :nono:
I was SOOO there Rhonda, I was trying to get there before you did, but didn't make it! :D

How's everyone's evening turinng out? Blythe, I hope that 7 am comes quick for you, sounds like the baby biz is booming.

I had my pierogies for dinner!! YUM, were they good, especially good since it's been so long since I've had them.

So tomorrow I'm off for my big dog walk, I'll let you know how it goes...if I survive!!:walk: :medic:

:hug: to all of you, have a good night!!

[Dsnygirl]

Blythe - I hope your night slows down a little... although then it probably goes slower, am I right?

I think I just might open a bottle of wine. I wouldn't even have to share. :blush: OK....I would if one of you wanted some. :D I was planning on painting the family room and kitchen today/tomorrow. Well I haven't even got the paint yet, although I did pick up paint samples. Do you think it will get done this weekend? :blush:
Very true... but it'd be nice to be able to open one of the recipe mags I brought... I've been woefully boring lately with my cooking.... :blush: It's just gotten a tad better, but I hesitate to say too much, as I've still got 4 hrs to go...

I'll share the wine with you - tonight, though! What colors are you going to use? I need to do the dining room and the "playroom"... we agree on the dining room color, but not so much on the playroom....


...and we had our planning session yesterday in Pinehurst (golfers should be familiar with that one).
Nice!! Dan will be jealous, even if you didn't actually pick up a club....


Blythe, I hope that 7 am comes quick for you, sounds like the baby biz is booming.

I had my pierogies for dinner!! YUM, were they good, especially good since it's been so long since I've had them.

So tomorrow I'm off for my big dog walk, I'll let you know how it goes...if I survive!

Thanks - it's looming on the horizon, can't wait!

I'm jealous... I may just have to go get some...

Have fun! I think that'd be a great day...

I'll catch you guys later... off to do a little recipe hunting before more work is necessary!

[trackbarroness]

Good morning JQ'ers, the coffee and hot water brewed/heated right on time. Didn't have to trun either machines on since their both on timers. Don't ya just love these gadgets? :D
The coffee tastes good, and as always there are juices and soda for those who have never had a cup of java or tea or any hot beverage.
So what's for breakfast?
Have a magical day
Hopefully the rain will hold off until after I leave work today. :D

[Caroleh]

Carol! What were you thinking? I know you were trying to help Deb out, but still... :nono:

Does I was tired from all the heavy lifting I did all day work as an excuse? Or I was wondering about the job thingy? Since I just asked 2 questions will one of them work? ooops, now it's three!!!

[offwego]

Blythe did inspiration strike yet? T & G did paint show up whilst you were having your wine?

Carol how's the thinking going?

Is Carter better yet? Anyone need more coffee?

[mouseaddict]

I have some good Tim Ho's coffee today and even Timbits!!! Mom came down yesterday and brought 2 boxes of Timbits and 2 dozen donuts..she looked hilarious getting off of the plane...
Anyone one an apple fritter????

Blythe..thanks for the good wishes..SIL and I are not extremely close..but we did have a good chit chat...I went up to her and stood over her and screamed in her face..then I asked her if she thought that was nice...needless to say that put her in her place. My in-laws are southern and believe i the belt for everything..which has led to many fights with my husband. The funny thing is none of my in-laws respect their parents and BIL and Sil did not really turn out well..neither made it past 9th grade..
Hope everyone has a great Saturday..we are off to the beach for a picnic and some fun!

[disneydeb]

Zooop!


I was hiding about halfway across the state. I'm on a comittee that plans yearly training sessions for incoming local bar president

.


What kind of training does one have to endure to become a bar president?:marg::beer::marg::beer:

[Flower]

Jasper,
:hug: So sorry to hear about your aunt.


I have some good Tim Ho's coffee today and even Timbits!!! Mom came down yesterday and brought 2 boxes of Timbits and 2 dozen donuts..she looked hilarious getting off of the plane...
Anyone one an apple fritter????

Blythe..thanks for the good wishes..SIL and I are not extremely close..but we did have a good chit chat...I went up to her and stood over her and screamed in her face..then I asked her if she thought that was nice...needless to say that put her in her place. My in-laws are southern and believe i the belt for everything..which has led to many fights with my husband. The funny thing is none of my in-laws respect their parents and BIL and Sil did not really turn out well..neither made it past 9th grade..
Hope everyone has a great Saturday..we are off to the beach for a picnic and some fun!

UMMMM....Timmies!!! I have one right down the road and have been a good girl and avoiding the calorie laden goodness. I am CRAVING an iced cappuccino and think I will have to cave really soon? Would anyone else like a good 'ole Ice Cap? :tasty: I still think that since they removed the Beaver Tail booth at EPCOT they should put a Tim's in - it really is the true Canadian 'cuisine'.

I think you should have belted your SIL. Unbelievable :mad:



Does I was tired from all the heavy lifting I did all day work as an excuse? Or I was wondering about the job thingy? Since I just asked 2 questions will one of them work? ooops, now it's three!!!

Carol, so sorry to hear about your dilemma. Do you think they would let you manage your current store and have your new manager transfer back to the old store? Would being manager take more time?


Good morning JQ'ers, the coffee and hot water brewed/heated right on time. Didn't have to trun either machines on since their both on timers. Don't ya just love these gadgets? :D
The coffee tastes good, and as always there are juices and soda for those who have never had a cup of java or tea or any hot beverage.
So what's for breakfast?
Have a magical day
Hopefully the rain will hold off until after I leave work today. :D

Thanks for the morning bevvies!!! I made scrambled eggs & toast, and for later today there are fresh chocolate chip cookies (made with the assistance of the Pillsbury dough boy!)

It has been a busy week, I painted our porch, painted the garage door, did a ton of yard work and yesterday we headed to the beach for some great family time! Oh, and I bought a new cell phone yesterday so I am testing out all of the features and having fun playing with it.

What does everyone have planned for the day? We were supposed to head into the Toronto Zoo, jut not feeling it though and think we will work on the back deck and then head to the inlaws for a swim & BBQ!!!






What kind of training does one have to endure to become a bar president?

Sign me up!!!:marg::beer:

[disneydrmr]

zoop.. hi all! Getting ready to face the extreme heat today to volunteer at a free outdoor concert hosted by our local christian radio station. Dh and I will be manning the singer's personal table.. should be a great time! Even bought a misting fan to take with me to try to help me survive. Hope everyone has a great day today! It's too hot for coffee... anyone got any fresh squeezed lemonade to share?

[MsMin]

BIG NEWS---:baby: I became a great Aunt yesterday... Thomas Christian...9.1 born in Shreveport, LA. I guess before this I was just a mediocre aunt. Now to go find some LSU baby wear


Okay who performed the rain dance today?
And why did it have to include thunder and lighting?
I'll prepare the coffee maker and hot water machines tonight before going to sleep.
It wasn't me this time. We need rain here. Thanks for the coffee...


Hey guys, I haven't had a chance to catch up on everyone's chat, pixie to those who need it and hug

I was wondering if anyone had a spare hug. We're suposed to leave in the morning for NYC for the INTERCOT meet. Well, this morning Carter started his runny nose and by this afternoon his chest was junky so he's using the neb every few hours. We don't have a portable neb yet. We're canceling the trip I'm disappointed but of course Carter is the most important thing.
Have a great night and I'll see you guys in the morning. By the way, who sent the thunderstorms here?
:hug: and :pixie: for you all especially Carter...
We haven't used the Neb here in a long time. You can't get an adapter and plug it in the car? I always travel w/ an AC plug. My dd's Neb. is as big as about 9'x12"?? Take care... I remember the days..


My SIL and I are not seeing eye to eye on child rearing and it is causing rouble. She has been trying to discipline the kids while I am home and she is very rough. Yesterday I caught her screaming at my poor 6 year old because he forgot to put socks on..then when he cried and said that she was being mean she went and got...a leather belt!! I freaked out. I believe in discipline but I think a belt is extreme..and especially when i am sitting there! Now I wonder what has been going on when I am not home...what a disaster!
Ok..I have mumbled on for long enough. Any suggestions on what to do with SIL???
Here is job :pixie: thanks for the info on Universal.. I've never been.
About the SIL I would suggest an indirect approach when there is nothing happening.. for example make up a story about someone w/ very similar behavior and how they got in trouble w/ DHS. The reason we make up stories sometimes is b/c 1. we have to hid any names anyway and two it keeps the defenses down so she will listen a little closer. I would use the direct approach if she were actively bulling my own kids. NO-- we don't discipline like that we use words and not hurtful words. Sounds like she needs a course in communication too. It would be more appropriate to say.. I am in a hurry and I need you to put your socks on now. Express your needs and reason if appropriate. Maybe suggest a good book to help her. Just sell it as a good book and not "for her". I've done some work w/ infant therapy. Can you believe infants need therapy? They don't it's really the parents but we can't tell them that. They would rather blame the kids but if it gets the job done then it works. So another option would be to say your kids need this kind of treatment. I know it's a little easier for me but I'm kinda far away. :pixie: you also have the option of changing babysitters. Remember you have to want to change so it's hard to change someone else.


Where's our cabana boy and bartender? It's Friday night and aren't we suppose to be partying?
Carol, good luck w/ your job decision. Sounds like you have a good idea of what you are looking at. The personalities you describe can be very difficult to work with. :pixie:

ZOOP ! I LOVE that word. Use it all the time now. Everybody O.K.? (that's a question). My mom is slowing down, and like I said earlier, her trip to Phila. is off cause my "little" brother said she would require too much care. That's after we spent $441 for a tx. Thank goodness I bought flight insurance, even though it will take several months to get it back. ANYWAY, she's been so down about it that my DD, Beth, said, "let me accompany her to Ohio, where the nice relatives are. She's an R.N., and will make sure she's well taken care of, plus Dialysis has scheduled her for treatment three mi. away from my ex-SIL, where she'll be staying. They're booked for one week, leaving Aug. 12th., so please pray that she gets to go. She's down to 122lbs - lost six lbs this week, soooooooooooooo.......
I haven't had much time to tap at ya, but am still around. Thanks for the new word. DH says, "what cha doing"? I say, "zooping", and he goes outside. I think we're on to something big.
Have a great rest of the week-end. I have class tomorrow morning, and then just plan to float in the pool. It's about 92 degrees in the water, but that's good my M.S., and the weightlessness is awesome. I promise to catch up on Monday. I'll bring real cookies, and Starbucks coffee.
Glad to hear from you.. I always new Beth was a great daughter ;) Hope things go well with the plans and keeping your mom in my prayers.
Starbucks huh? you might need to bring some b/c they are closing 9 stores in BR.
We have our own chain here called CC's (Community Coffee) it's our local coffee's shop and most of us prefer it over Starbucks... for me their coffee tends to be a little too weak. Honestly can't say I will miss them; only where there isn't a CC's close by.


I think I just might open a bottle of wine. I wouldn't even have to share. OK....I would if one of you wanted some. I was planning on painting the family room and kitchen today/tomorrow. Well I haven't even got the paint yet, although I did pick up paint samples. Do you think it will get done this weekend?
Good luck with the painting... what color did you pick?? A nice wine??


Hope everyone has a great Saturday..we are off to the beach for a picnic and some fun!
Another one to the beach and didn't invite me :(

What kind of training does one have to endure to become a bar president?
I was thinking along those same lines...

Do I have to have a question???

[Mickey'sGirl]

:hug: for Marilyn and :hug: for Carter.

Glad to see you Ken! What'd you bring us?

[MickeysGirl]

:bolt: Zoop....

Hey Everyone! Just popping in real quick before lunch.

Beth, Congrats on the new great nephew! :baby:

Just wanted to give you all a great update. Disney Photopass came through with flying colors! Rob called about our pictures having expired and they reinstated them for another 10 days! So last night I went through them all and started choosing what to order. Rob then says "Check on the price of the CD" as the photos I was going to order were upwards of about $60+. Well...not sure if it's a Disneyland thing or because we only had about 60 pictures to put on the CD, but the CD was only $60! So forget ordering individual photos, we just simply ordered the CD! Yay! How about that for service?

On other exciting news, I just got done renewing our AP's!!! We didn't think we were going to do this for the coming year, but changed our mind, especially knowing were going for Spring Break next year and with the December Meet coming up. so... We'll have those vouchers in hand very soon! Exciting!

OK, must run. We have lunch plans at Johnny Rockets in Destin for noon and we have to get ready and I wanted to stop at Hallmark on the way. I'll hopefully pop in later today. Hope all household project get done. Good luck to those who have to work. Good luck with charity events. And :hug: and :pixie: to everyone else.

Later gang! :hi:

[drummerboy]

Glad to see you Ken! What'd you bring us?

I brought each of you a golf tee and some leftovers from the banquet. Want yours now or later? :D (I'd suggest now for the leftovers, since I left them in the car overnight and they might start getting a little gamey after a while.)

[Tink&Goofy]

Wow -- no wonder you guys decided to get away together in December -- you need it! Are you sure you really want to spend any of that quality time with all of us crazy folks?? :D

It can't be any crazier than at home, right? Don't be surprised if I tell someone to sit up straight, or don't talk with your mouth full. :blush:

Is that one of those "We're from the government and we're here to help" chats? :D

I'm pretty sure we were of no help. I'm thinking he didn't sleep real well last night....

I'll share the wine with you - tonight, though! What colors are you going to use?
You got a deal - we can toast DH and my anniversary.
I'm looking at a kind of medium smokey/taupe purple (got that?) Purple makes it sound real bright - but its not. The kitchen is kind of medium terra cotta. Sounds odd, I know, but it kind of works.

T & G did paint show up whilst you were having your wine?

No. Where are the paint fairies when you need them? Course if they are going to bring the paint, wouldn't it only be polite to put it on the walls, too?

What kind of training does one have to endure to become a bar president?:marg::beer::marg:

:funny: Deb, you crack me up!

I got more than my allotted 6 hours of sleep last night. :blush: I know there will be pay backs for that, but sure felt good after this week! I'm off to look for paint soon. I might actually get motivated enough to open a can, but no promises. Please send good luck wishes to DD whose bowling tourney started about 20 minutes ago. I hope she does well...and HAS FUN!

[Dsnygirl]

Hey all... got up about 30 minutes ago and truthfully I don't feel all that bad.... just need to finish letting the coffee get the cobwebs out!

How's everyone's Saturday going?


Blythe did inspiration strike yet?

Anyone need more coffee?
Nope, but I did find a few good recipes.... I may just hole up on the porch with some good books/mags and a glass of wine tonight and see what else I can find....

Yup!! :D


Blythe..thanks for the good wishes..SIL and I are not extremely close..but we did have a good chit chat...I went up to her and stood over her and screamed in her face..then I asked her if she thought that was nice...needless to say that put her in her place. My in-laws are southern and believe i the belt for everything..which has led to many fights with my husband. The funny thing is none of my in-laws respect their parents and BIL and Sil did not really turn out well..neither made it past 9th grade...
Your welcome.... glad to hear you guys were able to talk about it and hopefully work out some changes that you can be comfortable with. Why is family always so much harder to deal with/understand than than friends and strangers??? :confused:

Did you have fun at the beach today?


zoop.. hi all! Getting ready to face the extreme heat today to volunteer at a free outdoor concert hosted by our local christian radio station. Dh and I will be manning the singer's personal table.. should be a great time! Even bought a misting fan to take with me to try to help me survive.
Di, that's pretty cool... well, not really, I s'pose, in the heat -- :blush: -- but you know what I mean! How was the concert? Were you able to enjoy it, or did you melt?


BIG NEWS---:baby: I became a great Aunt yesterday... Thomas Christian...9.1 born in Shreveport, LA. I guess before this I was just a mediocre aunt. Now to go find some LSU baby wear.

We need rain here.

Congratulations!! Nice name, too.... boy, now we've got baby Alex and baby Tom... who's next???

I've got some -- shall I send it your way?? :fan:



Just wanted to give you all a great update. Disney Photopass came through with flying colors! Rob called about our pictures having expired and they reinstated them for another 10 days! So last night I went through them all and started choosing what to order. Rob then says "Check on the price of the CD" as the photos I was going to order were upwards of about $60+. Well...not sure if it's a Disneyland thing or because we only had about 60 pictures to put on the CD, but the CD was only $60! So forget ordering individual photos, we just simply ordered the CD! Yay! How about that for service?

On other exciting news, I just got done renewing our AP's!!! We didn't think we were going to do this for the coming year, but changed our mind, especially knowing were going for Spring Break next year and with the December Meet coming up. so... We'll have those vouchers in hand very soon! Exciting!

Jamie, that's great... I remember well the panicked feeling I got when I thought all those photos were gone w/o me having even one of them to save! I'm so glad it worked out!!

I'm wondering about an AP myself.... I know for me personally, it will be a small savings, as I'm going in January w/ girlfriends and that adds park days to my "year" that my DH and the girls won't have. So, if the December specials that come out in August are better for AP holders, I'll probably get one, but just for me... we'll see. Does yours mean you'll be joining up with us for some meets in December?? :)


It can't be any crazier than at home, right? Don't be surprised if I tell someone to sit up straight, or don't talk with your mouth full.

I'm looking at a kind of medium smokey/taupe purple (got that?) Purple makes it sound real bright - but its not. The kitchen is kind of medium terra cotta. Sounds odd, I know, but it kind of works.

I'm off to look for paint soon. I might actually get motivated enough to open a can, but no promises. Please send good luck wishes to DD whose bowling tourney started about 20 minutes ago. I hope she does well...and HAS FUN!
Not a problem.... trust me, our girls will keep you from getting homseick... :D

That sounds really pretty! I know exactly what color you're talking about! I want some pics when you're done....

Did you get your paint? Bigger question -- have you used it??

Sending bowling :pixie: to your DD... I hope today went great for her, and that she enjoyed herself!!

Okay, now I've got to scoot and get some stuff done around here... tomorrow we'll be gone most of the day, so I want to be done with all the "have to's"!! Catch you guys later!!

[MMouse6937]

Afternoon all, how's it going? I just got back from the big dog walk. It was very fun, but hot, holy smokes was it hot. They didn't bring Yogi :( He might be in the clinic with kennel cough, I sure am worried. I got to walk Harley who was a 5 year old shorthaired pointed mix. He was a sweetie. Walked real well on a leash and knew some basic commands. We walked up to a cafe in town and they let us sit out on the patio with the dogs for a while and then we walked back. It was pretty good.

Hope you all are having a great afternoon at your church festival, beach, gardening, painting, cooking, being better than a mediocre aunt, whatever you're doing. :hug: to you all!!

[Caroleh]

UMMMM....Timmies!!! I have one right down the road and have been a good girl and avoiding the calorie laden goodness. I am CRAVING an iced cappuccino and think I will have to cave really soon? Would anyone else like a good 'ole Ice Cap?

Carol, so sorry to hear about your dilemma. Do you think they would let you manage your current store and have your new manager transfer back to the old store? Would being manager take more time?



I'd love an ice cap, but they don't like me. The cream in them bothers my tummy.:(

Lea Ann, I am the manager of the store I'm in now, my old store is the one with the troubles, and I think they would consider it a promotion to take the bigger store.

Natalie, we decided that I'm going to stay put if they offer the bigger store. I think it would look more impressive on a resume if it showed that I changed the store enough that it was making a lot of money, then if I ran a bigger store. One of the other things is that my customers know me and really like me, plus I get respect from the regulars. We have actually gotten Christmas presents from some of our regulars, plus they bring us Tim Hortons on our member sales days. We never got that at the old store. That means a lot to me.


Congratulations!! Nice name, too.... boy, now we've got baby Alex and baby Tom... who's next???



Remember I had the new grand niece back in April....baby Emma!!:D

Beth, those grand nieces and nephews are quite special, aren't they? I don't have any grandchildren so I live through them!!!

[mouseaddict]

Anyone have a good remedy for my wicked sunburn???? We had too much fun at the beach today and despite 50 sunblock applied every hour we are all suffering tonight. The waves in the Atlantic today reminded me of the Pacific!

I became a greatauntie last night..my niece gave birth to a little boy..4 hours of labor and 3 pushes..grrrr I am jealous! Poor kid though..she named him Arnaud (she is french Canadian).
Hope everyone has a great evening and catch you in the morning with coffee and muffins!

[MickeysGirl]

Jamie, that's great... I remember well the panicked feeling I got when I thought all those photos were gone w/o me having even one of them to save! I'm so glad it worked out!!

I'm wondering about an AP myself.... I know for me personally, it will be a small savings, as I'm going in January w/ girlfriends and that adds park days to my "year" that my DH and the girls won't have. So, if the December specials that come out in August are better for AP holders, I'll probably get one, but just for me... we'll see. Does yours mean you'll be joining up with us for some meets in December?? :)

We are certainly working on December. And with each passing day, it's becoming a bit more "there". The biggest thing for us is switching "Aaron weekends". Given that Aaron will still be at school at this point, we'd rather not bring him and make him overly tired on a Monday morning. In the past, hasn't been a big deal, but this is 5th grade we're talking and we fear things might be just different enough. Plus we're trying to keep the days on his ticket we have for the Spring Break trip we're taking so... gotta straighten that out first. If push comes to shove, we'll bring him, but we'd rather keep it simple, just the two of us. So yes, we're trying very hard to be there! :yay:

For us, the APs have been a very good purchase. Unfortunately, with gas prices and our DL trip, this past year of APs fell a little flat. So this year, we're planning a few more WDW excursions to make it worth the purchase, and the room perks, etc. are so nice! So if you get it, enjoy!!

Sorry to hear of the sunburn, Michelle. :( Can't feel good, even when you tried to take precautionary measures.

Has everyone had a lovely day? We got home a bit ago from Destin. Ended up spending the whole day out there. We had lunch plans at Johnny Rockets, shopped around the little shopping area they have out there called Destin Commons. We got a WONDERFUL deal on a beautiful cherry wood serving tray at Williams-Sonoma. Then went to Michaels for some stichery supplies, and off to a little pub called Johnny O'Quigley's for some drinks, dinner and playing trivia. What a relaxing Saturday!

Hope you all had a great day!! Good luck with all of your tasks and chores!

[Tink&Goofy]

Well, I got the family room painted, and it looks great! I LOVE the color. Do you think I should warn DH before he comes home from Vegas, or just allow the shock wave to hit? Did I mention that I hadn't told him I was painting? :blush: Actually, he's color blind, so not a good person to help with color, and he is not a risk taker with color. Once he sees it, he usually loves it. Lets hope so...
I'm just trying to decide what to do with the breakfast nook - should it match the family room or the kitchen (its right in between) ?

Well DD did not make the cut at the tourney, however there is a "second chance" session in the morning, where five more of those will make it. She is disappointed, but realistically this is her first year there. One of her friends who bowls in another division has made the cut, and is currently in 7th, so she is excited for him.

Anywhooo - this is one of those days when I wish dinner would make itself. Fortunately, kids are not expecting (or wanting) a gourmet meal. Catcha later.

[disneydrmr]

Evening all!


BIG NEWS---:baby: I became a great Aunt yesterday... Thomas Christian...9.1 born in Shreveport, LA. I guess before this I was just a mediocre aunt. Now to go find some LSU baby wear



Congrats on the new nephew!!! I bet he's a cutie!!!




Just wanted to give you all a great update. Disney Photopass came through with flying colors! Rob called about our pictures having expired and they reinstated them for another 10 days! So last night I went through them all and started choosing what to order. Rob then says "Check on the price of the CD" as the photos I was going to order were upwards of about $60+. Well...not sure if it's a Disneyland thing or because we only had about 60 pictures to put on the CD, but the CD was only $60! So forget ordering individual photos, we just simply ordered the CD! Yay! How about that for service?

OK, must run. We have lunch plans at Johnny Rockets in Destin for noon and we have to get ready and I wanted to stop at Hallmark on the way.
Later gang! :hi:

Awesome on the photo pass! That's wonderful that they extended it for you! Hope your lunch at Johnny Rockets was good! It's been forever since I ate at one!


I brought each of you a golf tee and some leftovers from the banquet. Want yours now or later? :D (I'd suggest now for the leftovers, since I left them in the car overnight and they might start getting a little gamey after a while.)

Ick.. no thanks on leftovers here.. after being out in the heat all day I'm not feeling the greatest anyway... you can give my leftovers to someone else. How's Abbie doing?



Please send good luck wishes to DD whose bowling tourney started about 20 minutes ago. I hope she does well...and HAS FUN!

HOw'd your dd do??? I know I'm too late on sending the wishes, but I do hope she did well and had a lot of fun!



Di, that's pretty cool... well, not really, I s'pose, in the heat -- :blush: -- but you know what I mean! How was the concert? Were you able to enjoy it, or did you melt?


We didn't stay for her whole concert.. we got there EARLY to help set up her table. Met her manager and several of her road crew. It was HOT HOT HOT out there.... we watched her do her sound check and got pictures! That was cool! We were there for 4 hours and I was beat. One of her roadies kept coming to the table and talking to me. (dh was off handing out flyers) Kept asking if we were ok and if we needed anything - saying he could get us water or whatever.. I asked him if he could get Jaci's autograph for me for my brother cause he wasn't able to make it to the concert..he asked my brother's name, took a photo off of the table.. then a bit later the manager came up to me and handed it to me! My brother is gonna be so thrilled. He loves Jaci.. I had called him from my cell and let him hear her sound checking.. he loved it! I'm zonked out though from the heat...


Afternoon all, how's it going? I just got back from the big dog walk. It was very fun, but hot, holy smokes was it hot. They didn't bring Yogi :( He might be in the clinic with kennel cough, I sure am worried. I got to walk Harley who was a 5 year old shorthaired pointed mix. He was a sweetie. Walked real well on a leash and knew some basic commands. We walked up to a cafe in town and they let us sit out on the patio with the dogs for a while and then we walked back. It was pretty good.


HOw'd the doggies do in that heat? I have a friend who has a schnauzer named Harley. I think that 's a cute name for a doggie! I really do admire you for what you do at the shelter!


Anyone have a good remedy for my wicked sunburn???? We had too much fun at the beach today and despite 50 sunblock applied every hour we are all suffering tonight. I became a greatauntie last night..my niece gave birth to a little boy..4 hours of labor and 3 pushes..grrrr I am jealous! Poor kid though..she named him Arnaud (she is french Canadian).
Hope everyone has a great evening and catch you in the morning with coffee and muffins!

Aloe vera and lots of it! Call Hawaiian Tropic and order their Lifeguard sunblock.. it's only SPF 8 but it's the BEST!!!! I'm very fair and sunburn within minutes.. but when I wear this kind I can be ON the water for hours on end and not get burnt! I wore it today at the outdoor concert and did'nt get a speck of sun!

Congrats on your greatnephew! Lots of babies being born round these parts! Maybe I need to drink some of the water here!


:
has everyone had a lovely day? We got home a bit ago from Destin. Ended up spending the whole day out there. We had lunch plans at Johnny Rockets, shopped around the little shopping area they have out there called Destin Commons. We got a WONDERFUL deal on a beautiful cherry wood serving tray at Williams-Sonoma. Then went to Michaels for some stichery supplies, and off to a little pub called Johnny O'Quigley's for some drinks, dinner and playing trivia. What a relaxing Saturday!



Glad you had such a great time! Sounds like a perfect way to have spent a Saturday!




Well DD did not make the cut at the tourney, however there is a "second chance" session in the morning, where five more of those will make it. She is disappointed, but realistically this is her first year there. One of her friends who bowls in another division has made the cut, and is currently in 7th, so she is excited for him.



Sorry to hear about your DD.. guess I should've read everything in every post before just skimming thru eh?... Will she be in the second chance session? If so good luck to her!

Did I get a question in there?

[drummerboy]

How's Abbie doing?
She's had her trial by fire with three grandchildren and their little dog here and she's done fine. She's a sweet-natured big ol' lug. We missed a Kodak moment today when she and the littlest baby were touching noses.

I've still got some of those leftovers--anybody want some?

Looks like Tropical Storm Cristobel is about due east or maybe northeast of us by now. We've had some wind and intermittent rain, but no worse than typical stormy days here.

[Dsnygirl]

Remember I had the new grand niece back in April....baby Emma!!:D

That's right! Lots of namesakes around here... highly doubting I will ever have one, though... :blush:


We are certainly working on December. And with each passing day, it's becoming a bit more "there". So yes, we're trying very hard to be there! :yay:

Has everyone had a lovely day? We got home a bit ago from Destin. Ended up spending the whole day out there. We had lunch plans at Johnny Rockets, shopped around the little shopping area they have out there called Destin Commons. We got a WONDERFUL deal on a beautiful cherry wood serving tray at Williams-Sonoma. Then went to Michaels for some stichery supplies, and off to a little pub called Johnny O'Quigley's for some drinks, dinner and playing trivia. What a relaxing Saturday!

That's good! I'd love to meet you & Rob!

What a nice sounding day... our wasn't quite as relaxing during the daylight hours, but the evening was very nice!


Well, I got the family room painted, and it looks great! I LOVE the color.

I'm just trying to decide what to do with the breakfast nook - should it match the family room or the kitchen (its right in between) ?

Well DD did not make the cut at the tourney, however there is a "second chance" session in the morning, where five more of those will make it. She is disappointed, but realistically this is her first year there. One of her friends who bowls in another division has made the cut, and is currently in 7th, so she is excited for him.

I'll bet it's beautiful... way to go getting it done! I'd just surprise your DH, and ask him what color he thinks it is... if he likes it, just agree with him! ;) My BiL is color blind, too, and it cracks me up b/c we forget and ask for his opinion on an outfit or something and he just laughs and says, "Remember, you're dealing w/ someone who has no idea between brown and green...."

Sorry to hear that, hopefully tomorrow will go better! Sounds like she has a good attitude about it, though, and hey, if this is her first year -- she can enjoy looking forward to doing better next year!!

Okay, I'm off to bed... we had a very nice night, but it's time to put myself to bed! I made chicken gumbo for dinner ( a big hit with the girls, which thrilled me... ;)) and then Dan and I just hung out on the screened-porch over a :beer: and chatted... and once we got the girls to bed, we made some strawberry :marg:, lit candles and the porch tiki lights and just hung out.... sigh... I love weekends like this! :)

I hope everyone else has had a nice night... I'll catch up with you all sometime tomorrow!!

[Caroleh]

That's right! Lots of namesakes around here... highly doubting I will ever have one, though... :blush:


That's okay. Blythe. I doubt I'm ever going to have grandchildren. Andrea says she doesn't want any and so does her boyfriend. They've been going together for over 4 years now. That's why I love the grand nieces and nephew so much. Heck, I didn't think I'd ever have kids and spoiled the neice and oldest nephew to death until I had Andrea!!

It's Sunday and why am I up so early? Could it be the creative bug bit me and I'm in the mood to get some scrapbooking done?

[Flower]

BIG NEWS--- I became a great Aunt yesterday... Thomas Christian...9.1 born in Shreveport, LA.

Congrats on becoming a great aunt!!!!


:bolt:
Just wanted to give you all a great update. Disney Photopass came through with flying colors! Rob called about our pictures having expired and they reinstated them for another 10 days! So last night I went through them all and started choosing what to order. Rob then says "Check on the price of the CD" as the photos I was going to order were upwards of about $60+. Well...not sure if it's a Disneyland thing or because we only had about 60 pictures to put on the CD, but the CD was only $60! So forget ordering individual photos, we just simply ordered the CD! Yay! How about that for service?

On other exciting news, I just got done renewing our AP's!!! We didn't think we were going to do this for the coming year, but changed our mind, especially knowing were going for Spring Break next year and with the December Meet coming up. so... We'll have those vouchers in hand very soon! Exciting!

Jamie - that is awesome news about your photopass! Congrats on the AP's, we let ours run out without renewing :cry:


I brought each of you a golf tee and some leftovers from the banquet. Want yours now or later? :D (I'd suggest now for the leftovers, since I left them in the car overnight and they might start getting a little gamey after a while.)

Ken, you are so thoughtful! I will take a pass on the leftovers - please give my portion to the possums!


Afternoon all, how's it going? I just got back from the big dog walk. It was very fun, but hot, holy smokes was it hot. They didn't bring Yogi :( He might be in the clinic with kennel cough, I sure am worried. I got to walk Harley who was a 5 year old shorthaired pointed mix. He was a sweetie. Walked real well on a leash and knew some basic commands. We walked up to a cafe in town and they let us sit out on the patio with the dogs for a while and then we walked back. It was pretty good.

Hope you all are having a great afternoon at your church festival, beach, gardening, painting, cooking, being better than a mediocre aunt, whatever you're doing. :hug: to you all!!

Glad to hear your dog walk went well! What a great thing you are doing! p.s. - my :dog: is named Yogi!


I'd love an ice cap, but they don't like me. The cream in them bothers my tummy.

Lea Ann, I am the manager of the store I'm in now, my old store is the one with the troubles, and I think they would consider it a promotion to take the bigger store.

Natalie, we decided that I'm going to stay put if they offer the bigger store. I think it would look more impressive on a resume if it showed that I changed the store enough that it was making a lot of money, then if I ran a bigger store. One of the other things is that my customers know me and really like me, plus I get respect from the regulars. We have actually gotten Christmas presents from some of our regulars, plus they bring us Tim Hortons on our member sales days. We never got that at the old store. That means a lot to me.

Carol - order them with Chocolate milk - no cream for me!!!

I would definitely stay at the store you are at then!


Anyone have a good remedy for my wicked sunburn???? We had too much fun at the beach today and despite 50 sunblock applied every hour we are all suffering tonight. The waves in the Atlantic today reminded me of the Pacific!

I became a greatauntie last night..my niece gave birth to a little boy..4 hours of labor and 3 pushes..grrrr I am jealous! Poor kid though..she named him Arnaud (she is french Canadian).
Hope everyone has a great evening and catch you in the morning with coffee and muffins!

OUCH!!! Good luck with the sunburn Michelle...I got one a couple of weeks ago here on the shoulders - yikes! Congrats on becoming a great aunt too!


Well, I got the family room painted, and it looks great! I LOVE the color. Do you think I should warn DH before he comes home from Vegas, or just allow the shock wave to hit? Did I mention that I hadn't told him I was painting? :blush: Actually, he's color blind, so not a good person to help with color, and he is not a risk taker with color. Once he sees it, he usually loves it. Lets hope so...
I'm just trying to decide what to do with the breakfast nook - should it match the family room or the kitchen (its right in between) ?

Well DD did not make the cut at the tourney, however there is a "second chance" session in the morning, where five more of those will make it. She is disappointed, but realistically this is her first year there. One of her friends who bowls in another division has made the cut, and is currently in 7th, so she is excited for him.

Anywhooo - this is one of those days when I wish dinner would make itself. Fortunately, kids are not expecting (or wanting) a gourmet meal. Catcha later.

What color did you paint? I have big aspirations to paint our bedroom/master bath....someday it will happen.

Good luck to your daughter today:pixie:


That's okay. Blythe. I doubt I'm ever going to have grandchildren. Andrea says she doesn't want any and so does her boyfriend. They've been going together for over 4 years now. That's why I love the grand nieces and nephew so much. Heck, I didn't think I'd ever have kids and spoiled the neice and oldest nephew to death until I had Andrea!!

It's Sunday and why am I up so early? Could it be the creative bug bit me and I'm in the mood to get some scrapbooking done?

Carol,

You never know, they may change their minds???

I started a 2-page LO last night and have a few things to add today. I crept down to 'craft world' at 07:30, but the baby was up and he heard me so I did not get anything done. He is now sitting beside me playing.

I had better get going and get ready for the day. I told Brandon (DS 4) that I would take him to see WALL-E today. What does everyone else have planned?

[pogo]

Good morning and Happy Sunday to all. :angel:

We've been real busy this weekend working around the resort and enjoying the benefits of it. We were hoping for a quiet weather day today so we could really enjoy it but it is storming right now.:( So I think we are going shopping after church and hope the weather breaks for later. Lots of summer close outs on sale now. :D

I've read back a couple of pages but don't have time for quotes...... but here's :pixie: and :hug: for all that need it.

Did I ask a question ???? :confused:

[offwego]

Morning all, DS just woke up! Must be a teenager for real now.

Is there still some coffee? Blythe you have a lovely name it's always been one of my personal faves. And for all you great aunts if it makes you feel better I was a great aunt at the ripe old age of 25 when Will was less then 1 year old.

[disneydeb]

:party:Happy Birthday to Will!:party: gee, I hope I got that right.

Does anyone have anything fun planned?

[MMouse6937]

Morning all!! I've been lazy this morning so I've just been laying around while it's still cool out.

Today is Mike and I's sixth anniversary! Time sure flies, I can remember the wedding like it was yesterday, we sure had such a great time.

Unfortunately, we're not doing anything exciting today. Mike wants to have some friends over to watch the motorcycle races today so happy anniversary to me!! :D I don't mind having people over, it just stinks to have to clean up after a whole bunch of boys. Oh well.

So what does everyone else have planned? I hope you all have a quiet, peaceful day. I'll check in when I can later :hug:

[offwego]

Deb it's not his B-Day today it's just the first time he's really really slept in. (normally he's up around 7ish or he used to be) Does this mean we need to change our touring style?

Sarah happy anniversary.

[Tink&Goofy]

That's right! Lots of namesakes around here... highly doubting I will ever have one, though... :blush:

One of my coworkers middle name is Blythe.

What color did you paint? I have big aspirations to paint our bedroom/master bath....someday it will happen.

Good luck to your daughter today:pixie:

Its kind of a dusty purple/plum. I finished the breakfast nook area this morning. I was afraid it wood be overwhelming, but it looks great! Course I can hear DH now...."its too dark, its too purple, its too.....". Fortunately he get in really late tonight, and I leave tomorrow for the rest of the week. Did I time that well or what? :blush: We'll see what he thinks after he gets used to it for a few days. :D

DD didn't make the cut today. She called me, and actually sounded better than yesterday. I know she had her heart set on doing great, but the competition at that level is intense. She did say she had fun, and thats what matters most.

Today is Mike and I's sixth anniversary! Time sure flies, I can remember the wedding like it was yesterday, we sure had such a great time.

Unfortunately, we're not doing anything exciting today.
Congrats on the anniversary! At least you will be together. Ours was yesterday, and we weren't even in the same state.

OK, rest time is over, time to get back to all the things that have to be done today! I'll check in later.

[drummerboy]

Zoop. DW left this morning to take the kids back home. We were just a bit frazzled. Our house is not kid-proof, so it takes constant vigilance, especially for the 19-mo. old. I think the dogs are still in a daze. Good thing Abbie came straight from a house full of kids and other pets. She must have known I was talking about her--she just came up to get some attention.

We had pit band rehearsal this afternoon for about three hours. It's coming along pretty well.

My bachelor dinner consisted of Wally-World fried chicken (meh); home-made salad of lettuce, tomatoes and sliced hard-boiled egg; and fresh sliced peaches. I'm munching on Chips Ahoys now.

Think I'll try to settle in to some writing before Design Star comes on.

All right, who wasn't minding the store? You almost let me get by without a question, didn't you?

[MMouse6937]

Afternoon all, hope everyone is doing something fun. We got done watching the race a little while ago, my guy (Valentino Rossi) won! WOO HOO. Now I'm just waiting for the last stragglers to leave so I can clean the house up.

I had to lock the cats in the back room because people were coming and going out of the back door and I didn't want anyone to escape. So, who was the most upset? Daisy. The cat who does nothing all day and night but lay around and sleep, couldn't care less what was going on was the one that was ticked off that she had to be in the back room. Cracks me up. I just let them out so their checking out the whole place making sure no one moved their stuff. Crazy kitties.

The dogs did pretty well. They don't really like people coming to the door but once you're here they mellow right out. Thank goodness most of our friends know that so they don't freak out when Scooter goes all Kujo at the door.

I hope everyone has a wonderful night, I probably won't get a chance to check in until tomorrow. Is it already Monday? Yikes. :hug: to you all - love ya!!!

[Tink&Goofy]

So how much can you cram into one day? Lets see...I painted the breakfast nook, cleaned the downstairs, did 6 loads of laundry, went grocery shopping, gave the youngest a bath - and it not even 5:00 yet. Hmmm...maybe I should think about packing, since I leaving town tomorrow....

I'm taking the girls out for dinner - their choice. Since they didn't get to go to Vegas, and I am leaving tomorrow, I thought I would be something fun. I guess I'll have to pack after we get back...

[Dsnygirl]

Blythe you have a lovely name it's always been one of my personal faves.
Thanks! You know, I've had people compliment me on it, and I guess when it's your own name, you just can't hear whether or not it's pretty -- it's just your name. I always wanted to be something more common.... but I have to say, it's always a great conversation starter! ;)


Today is Mike and I's sixth anniversary! Time sure flies, I can remember the wedding like it was yesterday, we sure had such a great time.
:party: Happy Anniversary, Sarah! I hope you guys had a great day... time sure does fly, doesn't it??


One of my coworkers middle name is Blythe.

DD didn't make the cut today. She called me, and actually sounded better than yesterday. I know she had her heart set on doing great, but the competition at that level is intense. She did say she had fun, and thats what matters most.

Ours was yesterday, and we weren't even in the same state.

Really? I've only met one other girl named Blythe, and she was about 10 years younger than me but lived in the same town... it was weird, b/c I was hearing people say my name, but couldn't figure out why, as I didn't know them -- I'd never heard anyone who wasn't speaking to me say my name!!

I'm sorry to hear your DD didn't make it, but she sounds like a great kid, handling it the way she did, and enjoying herself anyway. That's what it's all about!

BTW, congrats on your anniversary yesterday, too -- :party: -- Dan and I did toast you like I said we would!


So how much can you cram into one day? Lets see...I painted the breakfast nook, cleaned the downstairs, did 6 loads of laundry, went grocery shopping, gave the youngest a bath - and it not even 5:00 yet. Hmmm...maybe I should think about packing, since I leaving town tomorrow....

I'm taking the girls out for dinner - their choice. Since they didn't get to go to Vegas, and I am leaving tomorrow, I thought I would be something fun. I guess I'll have to pack after we get back...
Wow! You sure were productive! Are you packed yet?? (Have a great trip, if we don't get to hear from you while you're gone....) Where'd you go for dinner?

Okay, I've got to run - a bit more to do before we call it a night and start some relaxing. We attempted to get to the beach today, trying for a break b/w t'storms -- but no luck, they kept the beach closed as there was another storm with thunder approaching, so we just hung out and let the girls play 'til it got really dark and rumbly out there. Then we came home and hung out on the porch while it stormed... I actually love being outside for stuff like that, as long as I'm under cover!!

Just finished making some strawberry-rhubarb crisp - would anybody like some? (Vanilla ice cream, too, if you'd like...)

Has anyone heard from Ellen?? Ellen, if you're out there -- we miss you!! :(

[Tink&Goofy]

Wow! You sure were productive! Are you packed yet?? (Have a great trip, if we don't get to hear from you while you're gone....) Where'd you go for dinner?

Ummm...No. But how long will it take to pack? I am planning on bringing my laptop, so if they don't charge my first born for a connection, I'll try to get on. (Course if it was my second born.....:blush:).

We went to Red Robin. I had an Apple Walnut Chicken Salad. YUM! It was delish!! So we are home, and I guess I have procrastinated enough on packing. Catch ya later.

[offwego]

T & G isn't it weird how packing for business takes half of what it takes for fun?

Blythe sorry about your beach time. We had thunderboomers here so didn't try either.

Coffee anyone? I have starbucks gazebo and some organic raw sugar if that helps.

[pogo]

Good morning all and Happy Monday ! :fworks:

The weather here was bad.... but not as bad as it was in Blythe's area. We went shopping but didn't find too much. We came home and fixed a Pork Loin Dinner.... yum.... it was good !

Today my plans have all gotten changed as I have to go to the Doctors. I got into a little poison ivy on Saturday and it's not nice.... all over my neck. Anybody want to scratch it for me ??? :confused:

DD didn't make the cut today. She called me, and actually sounded better than yesterday. I know she had her heart set on doing great, but the competition at that level is intense. She did say she had fun, and that's what matters most.

Kudos to you and what's his name for the way you've brought up your DD ! I love hearing she went to do her best and still had fun.

Zoop. DW left this morning to take the kids back home. We were just a bit frazzled.
Be careful Ken.... you remember what MsMin did when she got frazzled a couple of weeks ago.... she had to get her hair cut ! :D


Is it already Monday?
Yes Sarah... it's Monday !!!!!! :yay:


Just finished making some strawberry-rhubarb crisp - would anybody like some? (Vanilla ice cream, too, if you'd like...)
Yep......... with the ice cream please ! :thumbsup:

T & G isn't it weird how packing for business takes half of what it takes for fun?
OK..... why do women have to pack four different outfits for each day of vacation, but only one outfit per day for business travel ???

BTW... Happy Anniversary to Sarah & Mike and Cindy and whats his name ! :D

[sagessa]

Hello all,

I don't have time to read the several pages of posts that you guys have made in my absence, so :pixie: to anyone who needs it and :hug: to anyone who needs a pick-me-up.

Pogo- glad to see you're back. Jym and I were worried, but he wouldn't let me call, 'cause he said that you said you needed some time away from stuff... which to a woman means that you need taking care of. :blush: Hope that all is well.

Things are going good here. Alex is up to 4 lbs, 4.5 ozs as of his doctor's visit last Thursday. He gets weighed again this Thursday to make sure that he is gaining weight steadily. I can't believe how big he's getting. Doesn't that sound a little crazy? Calling a little over 4 lbs big? Looking back at the photos from the hospital, though, it amazes me how tiny he was the day he was born.

Well, I'm off to sleep. The little man is going to want to eat again in about an hour and a half, so I should catch a quick nap while I can.

Rachel R.

[MMouse6937]

Today my plans have all gotten changed as I have to go to the Doctors. I got into a little poison ivy on Saturday and it's not nice.... all over my neck. Anybody want to scratch it for me ??? :confused:
BTW... Happy Anniversary to Sarah & Mike and Cindy and whats his name ! :D
Sorry about the poison ivy Pogo, that sure is a pain. Just keep the lotion on it and try not to itch even though it's hard. Thanks for the well wishes, we didn't have a great anniversary day, but doesn't really matter to either of us that much!

Things are going good here. Alex is up to 4 lbs, 4.5 ozs as of his doctor's visit last Thursday. He gets weighed again this Thursday to make sure that he is gaining weight steadily. I can't believe how big he's getting. Doesn't that sound a little crazy? Calling a little over 4 lbs big? Looking back at the photos from the hospital, though, it amazes me how tiny he was the day he was born.

Rachel, I'm so glad to hear Alex is getting so "big" :D Sounds like he's doing really well.

Morning all, time for another Monday. I still can't believe that we already fired the receptionist we had and it's back to just two of us in the office. That always makes Mondays so much harder. Oh well, one up and one down. I'll try to check in later :hug: to all. I'm pretty sure I didn't have a question yet, did I?

[disneydeb]

Morning!

Have a great day! I'm off to school, perhaps for my last year....:D


Wouild anyone blame me?:D

[MsMin]

I was a great aunt at the ripe old age of 25 when Will was less then 1 year old. I was looking forward to being a great aunt and my niece turned to me and said I'm a great aunt. She was an aunt when she was born. (a step - aunt).
I don't see any wedding here in the near future.



Deb it's not his B-Day today it's just the first time he's really really slept in. (normally he's up around 7ish or he used to be) Does this mean we need to change our touring style?

Boy things do change when they get older. It takes mine so long to leave the room. They are up by 6:30 or 7 but it takes a good 3 hours to primp on a good day... :unsure:

Its kind of a dusty purple/plum. I finished the breakfast nook area this morning. I was afraid it wood be overwhelming, but it looks great! Course I can hear DH now...."its too dark, its too purple, its too.....". Fortunately he get in really late tonight, and I leave tomorrow for the rest of the week. Did I time that well or what? :blush: We'll see what he thinks after he gets used to it for a few days.

DD didn't make the cut today. She called me, and actually sounded better than yesterday. I know she had her heart set on doing great, but the competition at that level is intense. She did say she had fun, and thats what matters most.
Dusty Plum huh? sounds pretty. Such a tricky color to use. What colors or woodwork/ tile do you have w/ it?
:hug: your dd for me. So sorry she didn't make the cut. I think it breaks our hearts more than theirs sometimes.

It's Sunday and why am I up so early? Could it be the creative bug bit me and I'm in the mood to get some scrapbooking done?
Scrapbooking? care for a challenge? I need something to get me started..


Just finished making some strawberry-rhubarb crisp - would anybody like some? (Vanilla ice cream, too, if you'd like...)
Has anyone heard from Ellen?? Ellen, if you're out there -- we miss you!!
Strawberry-rhubarb? sounds delicious... You don't see rhubarb used to often in this part of the country. I love it. Emmmm with ice cream... I see you are helping me to get into my bathing suit ;)

Good morning all and Happy Monday !
The weather here was bad.... but not as bad as it was in Blythe's area.
Today my plans have all gotten changed as I have to go to the Doctors. I got into a little poison ivy on Saturday and it's not nice.... all over my neck. Anybody want to scratch it for me ???
Be careful Ken.... you remember what MsMin did when she got frazzled a couple of weeks ago.... she had to get her hair cut !
OK..... why do women have to pack four different outfits for each day of vacation, but only one outfit per day for business travel ???

:nono: you can't scratch poison ivy :eyes: it will make it spread. I have a lot in my back yard (really poison oak but it all scratches the same)
It seems to take forever to heal. It keeps on itching and I keep on ...... :blush:
Are you making fun of my hair again?
So Pogo, you can't tell me you want your wife to play, dine and shop all in the same outfit?


Hello all,
Things are going good here. Alex is up to 4 lbs, 4.5 ozs as of his doctor's visit last Thursday. He gets weighed again this Thursday to make sure that he is gaining weight steadily. I can't believe how big he's getting. Doesn't that sound a little crazy? Calling a little over 4 lbs big? Looking back at the photos from the hospital, though, it amazes me how tiny he was the day he was born.
Well, I'm off to sleep. The little man is going to want to eat again in about an hour and a half, so I should catch a quick nap while I can.

Wow, 4.5 already... they do grow fast.

Hmmm... trying to decide if I should spoil my dd??? She wants to swim w/ the dolphins and looked at the activities and decided it was too expensive. It's 118 per person and I don't think that's too bad. Of course this late I don't even know if they have room. Does anyone think I'm crazy to try?

[Flower]

Pogo, sorry to her about the Poison Ivy - OUCH!!!



Today is Mike and I's sixth anniversary! Time sure flies, I can remember the wedding like it was yesterday, we sure had such a great time.



Happy Anniversary!!!




Its kind of a dusty purple/plum. I finished the breakfast nook area this morning. I was afraid it wood be overwhelming, but it looks great! Course I can hear DH now...."its too dark, its too purple, its too.....". Fortunately he get in really late tonight, and I leave tomorrow for the rest of the week. Did I time that well or what? :blush: We'll see what he thinks after he gets used to it for a few days. :D

DD didn't make the cut today. She called me, and actually sounded better than yesterday. I know she had her heart set on doing great, but the competition at that level is intense. She did say she had fun, and thats what matters most.

The colour sounds beautiful - I am sure he will get over it soon enough...besides, if he really hates it he can repaint it, right?! That is what I always tell my husband because I KNOW he won't take the time to repaint! He really hated the laundry room colour - it is still there though ;)

:hug: to your daughter


Zoop. DW left this morning to take the kids back home. We were just a bit frazzled. Our house is not kid-proof, so it takes constant vigilance, especially for the 19-mo. old. I think the dogs are still in a daze. Good thing Abbie came straight from a house full of kids and other pets. She must have known I was talking about her--she just came up to get some attention.

My bachelor dinner consisted of Wally-World fried chicken (meh); home-made salad of lettuce, tomatoes and sliced hard-boiled egg; and fresh sliced peaches. I'm munching on Chips Ahoys now.

Ahhh...as the mom of a 20 month old...ones home can NEVER be fully child-proofed!!

COOKIES!!! Any chips ahoy left, or were you planning on sharing?


So how much can you cram into one day? Lets see...I painted the breakfast nook, cleaned the downstairs, did 6 loads of laundry, went grocery shopping, gave the youngest a bath - and it not even 5:00 yet. Hmmm...maybe I should think about packing, since I leaving town tomorrow....


I am exhausted just reading about your day! Congrats on getting so much done and try to have some fun on your business trip.



Things are going good here. Alex is up to 4 lbs, 4.5 ozs as of his doctor's visit last Thursday. He gets weighed again this Thursday to make sure that he is gaining weight steadily. I can't believe how big he's getting. Doesn't that sound a little crazy? Calling a little over 4 lbs big? Looking back at the photos from the hospital, though, it amazes me how tiny he was the day he was born.

Glad to hear Alex is growing! If you haven't already, be sure to take his little footprints & hand prints. They grow SO fast! I actually did a cast of Ben's feet & hands at 4 months - I wish I had of done it sooner. They are just precious.



Morning all, time for another Monday. I still can't believe that we already fired the receptionist we had and it's back to just two of us in the office. That always makes Mondays so much harder. Oh well, one up and one down. I'll try to check in later :hug: to all. I'm pretty sure I didn't have a question yet, did I? Sorry to hear you had to fire your receptionist - I hope your Monday goes well for you though!

I don't quite know what I am going to do with the boys today. It poured here ALL weekend so they definitely need some outdoor time to run around and be crazy. I have already worked on some scrapbooking before the boys woke up, and I should get a little housework done today :ack:. Otherwise, nothing really big planned...What does everyone else have on the agenda?

[Flower]

I was looking forward to being a great aunt and my niece turned to me and said I'm a great aunt. She was an aunt when she was born. (a step - aunt).
I don't see any wedding here in the near future.

Scrapbooking? care for a challenge? I need something to get me started..

Hmmm... trying to decide if I should spoil my dd??? She wants to swim w/ the dolphins and looked at the activities and decided it was too expensive. It's 118 per person and I don't think that's too bad. Of course this late I don't even know if they have room. Does anyone think I'm crazy to try?

Awe...what a sweet niece you have!

Have you been over to the Monthly Scrapbook Challenge in Mousellaneous? http://www.intercot.com/discussion/showthread.php?t=125127

I think you should try to book the swim with the dolphins - what a great opportunity! And take a lot pictures to scrap it!!!

[pogo]

Things are going good here. Alex is up to 4 lbs, 4.5 ozs as of his doctor's visit last Thursday. He gets weighed again this Thursday to make sure that he is gaining weight steadily. I can't believe how big he's getting. Doesn't that sound a little crazy? Calling a little over 4 lbs big? Looking back at the photos from the hospital, though, it amazes me how tiny he was the day he was born.

Well, I'm off to sleep. The little man is going to want to eat again in about an hour and a half, so I should catch a quick nap while I can.

Rachel R.
Hey Rachel.... I almost called you guys yesterday to get an Alex update...... thanks for letting us know how well he's doing ! We can't wait to see him.

Get your rest when you can and tell Jym to help out more. Has he changed a diaper yet ??


Sorry about the poison ivy Pogo, that sure is a pain. Just keep the lotion on it and try not to itch even though it's hard. Thanks for the well wishes, we didn't have a great anniversary day, but doesn't really matter to either of us that much!
Do I need to come down there and talk to Mike ???? :D

Morning!

Have a great day! I'm off to school, perhaps for my last year...
You're already back to school ???? :confused:


Are you making fun of my hair again?

So Pogo, you can't tell me you want your wife to play, dine and shop all in the same outfit?

I'd never do that ! I've never seen your hair.

Why not ? I do it. :D

Pogo, sorry to her about the Poison Ivy - OUCH!!!


Not fun ! :shake:

[MMouse6937]

Happy Anniversary!!!

Thanks :)

Do I need to come down there and talk to Mike ???? :D

I sure wish you would. Mike thinks anniversaries should be his friends coming over to watch a motorcycle race and then taking me to IHOP! How romantic!! :shake: Oh well, they really aren't that big of a deal, one day does not make a marriage, right?

Well here goes Monday, talk to you all later :hug:

[Dsnygirl]

Today my plans have all gotten changed as I have to go to the Doctors. I got into a little poison ivy on Saturday and it's not nice.... all over my neck. Anybody want to scratch it for me ???

Kudos to you and what's his name...

It's served, I even warmed it up, and with ice-cream too... enjoy!!

Yep......... with the ice cream please ! :thumbsup:

OK..... why do women have to pack four different outfits for each day of vacation, but only one outfit per day for business travel ???

Yeeouch... sorry to hear about that! Did your dr. recommend Ivy Stop? We use it for Julia when she gets into it, as she is allergic and really reacts badly. It comes in a spray bottle and just a little on a Q-tip on each spot really dries it up fast and stops the itch (after a few moments of stinging, she says...) Good luck -- I hope it goes away soon! (and btw, everything I've read about it online and heard from our pediatrician is that you can't spread it by itching, so no worries there...)

:funny:

You only need on outfit to be bored, but lots for fun!! :D


Things are going good here. Alex is up to 4 lbs, 4.5 ozs as of his doctor's visit last Thursday. He gets weighed again this Thursday to make sure that he is gaining weight steadily. I can't believe how big he's getting. Doesn't that sound a little crazy? Calling a little over 4 lbs big? Looking back at the photos from the hospital, though, it amazes me how tiny he was the day he was born.

Rachel, that is so great -- glad to hear he's doing so well!! How is the feeding going? And just as important -- did you get that nap?? :)


Have a great day! I'm off to school, perhaps for my last year...

I really hope it's just for a meeting... I can't imagine being back in school already!! Our girls don't go back 'til Sept. 3!! I know you guys got out a lot earlier, but sheesh! :confused:

How's Monday treating everyone? Mine hasn't been too productive yet, but I'm about to change that.... I've got loads of uniforms from when the girls were in private school to iron and get on E-bay this week, and I'm going to go start, although honestly, I'd rather stick pins in myself than do it... ;) Hopefully, it'll be worth it!!

Okay -- I'm truly loving summer and everything about it -- even with all the weird weather we've been having... but I sprayed a carpet freshener this morning that smells like "country apple" and had some pine incense going and our whole house smelled like fall.... sigh... it's my very favorite time of year, and I'm finding myself really looking forward to it already!! (Call me crazy, I know...) I think it must be b/c last year, I was all nervous about the girls starting at their new school and unsure about all that would hold... and it was our first fall in our new town, and we weren't as familiar w/ the area and all we could do and enjoy here... now that we're comfortable and settled and really loving the school, etc., I'm so much more relaxed, and fall is that much more enticing to me this year!! :blush: Anyway... don't worry, pogo, I won't wish my summer away... I've still got too many fun things to look forward to! :thumbsup:

Okay, gotta run... no more procrastinating...

[Jeff G]

Good morning and happy Monday! I hope today is treating everyone well.

I've been extremely busy the past two weeks and haven't been able to keep up on the posts here. It looks like things did slow down a bit recently. A chance to catch up maybe? I hope everyone is well.

As I was reading the past few posts the weirdest thing happened. I started reading Pogo's post about poison ivy and at the same moment on the radio Dan Patrick started talking about being covered by poison ivy. I've been having connecting things like this happen to me a lot the past few weeks. Very bizarre and borderline freakish.

We had a very nice weekend for 80% of it. On Saturday I helped my dad lay his laminate flooring and then yesterday I had my parents and my brothers family over for a cookout to celebrate my parents birthdays (their birthday's are only one day apart and were this weekend). After a great weekend the wheels fell off last night. My DW & mom were out for a walk and ran into a friend who mentioned that Midwest Airlines is close to bankruptcy and canceled a bunch of flights to Florida. Guess who we are flying with in September? I checked my emails and I hadn't received the email with a canceled flight so I thought I was OK. We'll after an hour of digging there no flights to Orlando on Midwest's itinerary the week we go & it appears that our flight is canceled. We've been trying to call since 7:30 last night to confirm but the line has been busy. We're so stressed. We have 7(my parents are going with us) tickets purchased and paid for. I hope I can get our money back. The worst part of all of this is it's so close to September the prices are up $100 per flight and my cost to fly will go up $620 alone. I had paid $220/ticket with a free frequent flyer that took me 8 years to earn for a total of $880 for my family. The cheapest I can now fly out of Milwaukee is $300 per ticket, because I don't have the free ticket anymore I need 5 tickets which puts my new cost at $1500. We're not sure we can afford to come up with this extra money on such short notice and this may force us to cancel our vacation. The trip has been paid in full for months now. We're in full panic. We have 4 other couples we are traveling with us so if we don't go we are letting a lot of people down who purchased tickets on other airlines to travel with us. I can't explain how stressed I am right now. Since we can't confirm with Midwest we can't buy new tickets and the prices are skyrocketing. Just after I found out last night prices were around $250 and this morning they are over $300 which I assume is because of the demand from Midwest flyer's switching airlines.

To add insult to injury, as I was leaving for work this morning I had a flat on a tire that is in excellent shape (looks like a nail in it) so I had to change a flat and I was late to work.

OK, I'm taking a deep breath. Sorry to vent, I figure if anyone can understand my pain in this ordeal it was here.

[drummerboy]

I really hope it's just for a meeting... I can't imagine being back in school already!! Our girls don't go back 'til Sept. 3!! I know you guys got out a lot earlier, but sheesh! :confused:
DD's children are all back to school. They're on a year-round schedule and started their new year Monday after July 4th weekend. Seems odd to have one starting kindergarten in the middle of the summer.


As I was reading the past few posts the weirdest thing happened. I started reading Pogo's post about poison ivy and at the same moment on the radio Dan Patrick started talking about being covered by poison ivy. I've been having connecting things like this happen to me a lot the past few weeks. Very bizarre and borderline freakish.

I'm sorry, but did you just call our friend Pogo bizarre and borderline freakish? I think he'd take offense at being called 'borderline'. :D

[MMouse6937]

After a great weekend the wheels fell off last night. My DW & mom were out for a walk and ran into a friend who mentioned that Midwest Airlines is close to bankruptcy and canceled a bunch of flights to Florida. Guess who we are flying with in September?

Oh Jeff, lots of :pixie: and :hug: for you that everything works out!! That is so frustrating and absolutely stressful. I hope you can figure out a way to make it work, I would hate for you to have to cancel your trip. Keep us posted!!

Is everyone else having a better day? I sure hope so. Mine has been going pretty slow, it's like, come ON, let's get this day over with. :D

[pogo]

Yeeouch... sorry to hear about that! Did your dr. recommend Ivy Stop? We use it for Julia when she gets into it, as she is allergic and really reacts badly. It comes in a spray bottle and just a little on a Q-tip on each spot really dries it up fast and stops the itch (after a few moments of stinging, she says...) Good luck -- I hope it goes away soon! (and btw, everything I've read about it online and heard from our pediatrician is that you can't spread it by itching, so no worries there...)



You only need on outfit to be bored, but lots for fun!!

Anyway... don't worry, pogo, I won't wish my summer away... I've still got too many fun things to look forward to!
I just got back from my Doc and he put me on a steroid patch and said to use Benadryl. As far as the Ivy Stop, Patti had already started me on it. The biggest scare is that it is on the side of my neck and face and if it gets infected I'd have to go into the hospital. Can't fool with Cellulitis.

About the packing thing..... I agree an on outfit would be boring.... but a.... never mind. Family friendly !

And yes... there are a lot of things left to do this summer. How's the tan coming along ??? :D

We had a very nice weekend for 80% of it. On Saturday I helped my dad lay his laminate flooring and then yesterday I had my parents and my brothers family over for a cookout to celebrate my parents birthdays (their birthday's are only one day apart and were this weekend). After a great weekend the wheels fell off last night. My DW & mom were out for a walk and ran into a friend who mentioned that Midwest Airlines is close to bankruptcy and canceled a bunch of flights to Florida. Guess who we are flying with in September? I checked my emails and I hadn't received the email with a canceled flight so I thought I was OK. We'll after an hour of digging there no flights to Orlando on Midwest's itinerary the week we go & it appears that our flight is canceled. We've been trying to call since 7:30 last night to confirm but the line has been busy. We're so stressed. We have 7(my parents are going with us) tickets purchased and paid for. I hope I can get our money back. The worst part of all of this is it's so close to September the prices are up $100 per flight and my cost to fly will go up $620 alone. I had paid $220/ticket with a free frequent flyer that took me 8 years to earn for a total of $880 for my family. The cheapest I can now fly out of Milwaukee is $300 per ticket, because I don't have the free ticket anymore I need 5 tickets which puts my new cost at $1500. We're not sure we can afford to come up with this extra money on such short notice and this may force us to cancel our vacation. The trip has been paid in full for months now. We're in full panic. We 4 other couples we are traveling with us so if we don't go we are letting a lot of people down who purchased tickets on other airlines to travel with us. I can't explain how stressed I am right now. Since we can't confirm with Midwest we can't buy new tickets and the prices are skyrocketing. Just after I found out last night prices were around $250 and this morning they are over $300 which I assume is because of the demand from Midwest flyer's switching airlines.

To add insult to injury, as I was leaving for work this morning I had a flat on a tire that is in excellent shape (looks like a nail in it) so I had to change a flat and I was late to work.

OK, I'm taking a deep breath. Sorry to vent, I figure if anyone can understand my pain in this ordeal it was here.
Ouch.... I feel you pain. I'd wait it out to see what Midwest is going to do for you. I firmly believe it will all work out. :thumbsup: But then again... there not my tickets. :D

I'm sorry, but did you just call our friend Pogo bizarre and borderline freakish? I think he'd take offense at being called 'borderline'.

:humph: I've never been borderline in my life ! :D

[Dsnygirl]

After a great weekend the wheels fell off last night. My DW & mom were out for a walk and ran into a friend who mentioned that Midwest Airlines is close to bankruptcy and canceled a bunch of flights to Florida. Guess who we are flying with in September? I checked my emails and I hadn't received the email with a canceled flight so I thought I was OK. We'll after an hour of digging there no flights to Orlando on Midwest's itinerary the week we go & it appears that our flight is canceled. We've been trying to call since 7:30 last night to confirm but the line has been busy. We're so stressed.

To add insult to injury, as I was leaving for work this morning I had a flat on a tire that is in excellent shape (looks like a nail in it) so I had to change a flat and I was late to work.

OK, I'm taking a deep breath. Sorry to vent, I figure if anyone can understand my pain in this ordeal it was here.
Jeff, I am SO sorry to hear this... I sure hope you can get your $$ back! If they haven't filed for bankruptcy yet, you just might be okay... and I sure hope they help out with getting you on another airline if they can't refund your $$! Good luck -- we'll send you lots of :pixie: :pixie: to help!!

And as for that flat tire... that just stinks... I sure hope the week takes a turn for the better for you!!! :fingers:




And yes... there are a lot of things left to do this summer. How's the tan coming along ??? :D

No tan... as much as I'd like one, I can't fool with skin cancer.... I've had a few "precancerous" moles removed, and just won't take the risk. That being said, I do "bed tan" before I go to Florida, but only b/c I still believe that it's safer than getting burned in that southern sun. :blush: Sigh.... plus, we just haven't been out enough... hopefully August will afford us some trips to the beach that July just hasn't delivered! :(

Okay - back to ironing... :ack: Anybody want to help??? :funny:

[offwego]

Pogo packing for work goes like this. Cold weather? Business suit. Warm weather? Business suit. Rainy weather? Business suit (I think you may kinda get this now right?)

For fun? See above and requirement for several options in additon to that list. (plus in general no one takes a series of daily photo's of me on a business trip but those photopass guys are really on the ball in WDW).

Jeff I'm so sorry to hear of your problems with the flights. That sounds awful. I hope that it works out for you and soon before you get to stressed about it.

Hi to everyone!

[MissStyles]

Hey everybody! I was away from my computer most of the weekend...but I'm caught up. Hi to Michelle - glad to see you around. Happy belated anniversary to Cindy and Sarah........haha separate anniversaries that is. Pancakes sound like a fun way to celebrate - I hope they were yummy :tasty:. Pogo goodluck with the recovery :ill: and don't drive when you're on that Benadryl.....!!! Beth I think you should see if there are any slots open for swimming with :dolphin:.....it's definitely worth a shot and 118 isn't bad at all. Of course I'll miss you while you're gone, your posts are always so nice and insightful hehe! :idea: Blythe I know what you mean about the fall and the smells. I'm that way when it comes to pumpkin flavored things, I always make sure to have a can or 2 on hand when I need that kind of "fix"! :pumpkin: Jeff that is SUCH a bummer...I agree with Pogo, somehow it's all going to work out. You are going to WDW - have you tried calling them today??? I've got FRESHLY baked sugar cookies with heath bits coming out of the oven.......come and get 'em!:chef: (Unless you'd rather raid what's left of Ken's Chips Ahoys ;))

[drummerboy]

(Unless you'd rather raid what's left of Ken's Chips Ahoys ;))
Chips Ahoys (urp), what Chips Ahoys? :blush:

Jeff, hope everything works out with the airlines

DW's back home. DD brought her today. Now DD has to go right back home in time for the school kids to come in. And then DW gets to do some more traveling tonight with me for oompah band practice. Glad gas is so cheap now.

[MMouse6937]

Afternoon all!! Did everyone have a good lunch? Mike came and got me and we went to a place call Bob's Burgers. Pretty good hamburgers with green chili on them. It's Mike's tradition for his Monday off and I tagged along. So now we have an afternoon to get through and we're out of here. Mike and I are going to try to list some things on Ebay tonight to help pay for spending money for our September trip!! 47 days but who's counting!!!??? WOO HOO

Talk to you all later :hug:

[grego77]

Hey everyone!
Sorry I've been MIA for the past week or so. I've been really trying to focus on sending out resumes and just getting a paycheck...forget a career job at this point. The Korea job has not gotten back to me yet, and as of right now, everything seems so bleak. Uggh. It just seems like everything is weighing me down...running out of money, trying not to take it personally that I have not been receiving responses, boredom from not having work or anything PRODUCTIVE to do, and mix in the whole feeling of me feeling worthless right now. It just plain stinks. I wish I could be positive, but I feel like rejection has just sucked the normally positive-Greg dry. :( When will things get better? When will it be MY time for good things to start happening? Anyone have a crystal ball?? Anyway, sorry for venting. I know life isn't just about me, me, me. I am very fortunate in having that I have in life...trust me. I don't forget that. I just want to prove to my family and to myself that I can be successful, and I'm like walking in quicksand right now, stagnant or sinking...depending on the day. :(

In other news, I had a great time seeing Ellen (who looks amazing btw!) and Ben, Kathy (TikiGoddess) and her daughter, and meeting some new fresh faces at the NYC Intercot Meet yesterday.

[disneydrmr]

ZOOP!!!!!

Where'd the day go?

Zoop!!!! :bolt:

[pogo]

Blythe I know what you mean about the fall and the smells.
Hey.... I agree with you both..... fall smells ! ;) It means it won't be long until the snow flys. :(

Hey everyone!
Sorry I've been MIA for the past week or so. I've been really trying to focus on sending out resumes and just getting a paycheck...forget a career job at this point. The Korea job has not gotten back to me yet, and as of right now, everything seems so bleak. Uggh. It just seems like everything is weighing me down...running out of money, trying not to take it personally that I have not been receiving responses, boredom from not having work or anything PRODUCTIVE to do, and mix in the whole feeling of me feeling worthless right now.

In other news, I had a great time seeing Ellen (who looks amazing btw!) and Ben, Kathy (TikiGoddess) and her daughter, and meeting some new fresh faces at the NYC Intercot Meet yesterday.

Hey Greg... it's always darkest before the dawn, my friend. It sounds like you've done the right thing laying the groundwork. IT WILL HAPPEN for you. Believe me ???

I'm glad you had a good time at the NYC meet. And for the record.... I've always thought Ellen was amazing ! :D

[Kisobel]

Anyone have a good remedy for my wicked sunburn???? We had too much fun at the beach today and despite 50 sunblock applied every hour we are all suffering tonight. The waves in the Atlantic today reminded me of the Pacific!



so sorry about the sunburn. i can definately sympathize. i packed up the campsite on sunday and didnt have sunscreen on. it was overcast- i thought i didnt need any- this is the color parts of me are :-o. aloe with lidocaine is a lovely product.



Okay, I'm off to bed... we had a very nice night, but it's time to put myself to bed! I made chicken gumbo for dinner ( a big hit with the girls, which thrilled me... ;)) and then Dan and I just hung out on the screened-porch over a :beer: and chatted... and once we got the girls to bed, we made some strawberry :marg:, lit candles and the porch tiki lights and just hung out.... sigh... I love weekends like this! :)

I hope everyone else has had a nice night... I'll catch up with you all sometime tomorrow!!
sounds like a lovely night. how was the weekend you worked for me??


The weather here was bad.... but not as bad as it was in Blythe's area. We went shopping but didn't find too much. We came home and fixed a Pork Loin Dinner.... yum.... it was good !

Today my plans have all gotten changed as I have to go to the Doctors. I got into a little poison ivy on Saturday and it's not nice.... all over my neck. Anybody want to scratch it for me ??? :confused:


just make sure it is poison ivy. one of our friends showed up to the campsite thinking he just had poison ivy. all 3 nurses in the campsite said that is a huge bull'seye on your calf and you are going to the er now to get treated for Lyme disease. he feels much better now on antibiotics.

as you can guess, i am back from the lovely, relaxing, recharging camping trip. i know i'm supposed to bring cookies but does anyone want a smore instead? we had a great trip. just a few hours of rain here and there. my cats have started to forgive us. (why do cats hold a grudge?) all right back to the massive amount of :laundry: that a camping trip generates.

:pixie: to all

kate

[Marilyn Michetti]

I'm hoplessly behind with this thread, but am wishing everyone a happy Monday afternoon. Is it too late for some stale coffee, and a W.W. muffin? We haven't had lots of shopping time, so we're down to what the dog won't eat.

Pogo.....Welcome back - it wasn't the same without you.:) Sorry about the poison ivy. Try some baking soda. Ice will stop the itch, but you need it to dry out, so...., good luck

Blythe.......I'm another fan of your name. Blythe Danner was one of my favorite character actresses in the 60's & &0's.:thumbsup:

Deb.....Is the car running as good as it looks?

Baby Alex.......Sounds like you're a "keeper". I'm trying to imagine what it would be like to have a baby at my age. At least breast feeding would be easy - just lay the baby across my lap.
You guys, keep up the good work.

Caroleh......If you get too bored with all that scrapbooking, I still have several naked dolls. Maybe we could work out a deal?:cool:

I missed some folks, but it's time to go back to dialysis and pick up mom. I'm craving a Starbucks, but around here, that's like trying to find hooch during prohabition . It was bad enough when they took away my Dunkin's, but coffee is personal !:mad:

[pogo]

This just in........

I've just received an telegram from Christian Prudhomme saying I've been DQ'd from the Tour de France for steroid use. :bike: When is this going to end ???? :confused:


just make sure it is poison ivy. one of our friends showed up to the campsite thinking he just had poison ivy. all 3 nurses in the campsite said that is a huge bull'seye on your calf and you are going to the er now to get treated for Lyme disease. he feels much better now on antibiotics.
It has been medically diagnosed..... thanks Kate. I'm glad you camping trip went well. :D

Pogo.....Welcome back - it wasn't the same without you.
Thanks Marilyn. :D



Baby Alex.......Sounds like you're a "keeper". I'm trying to imagine what it would be like to have a baby at my age. At least breast feeding would be easy - just lay the baby across my lap.
You guys, keep up the good work.



:shake:

[disneydeb]

OK all I've had an emothional crash. My DD was planning to go to nursing school this September. She got a letter saying she is on the alternate list for this sememster. I am so down, because she was countng on this so much. She has been a wild child in the past and is now in the process of tring to get her life back together. Since having our grandson, she has been working hard to make a good life for them.
Can you give me some pixie dust and prayers?

I need hugs.

[MauiMouse]

Howdy everyone! :wave: Did anyone miss me?

Had a good time on the Mississippi. The town is very cute, went to a baseball game on the Mississippi, and saw the John Deere museum.

Just got home a while ago, and I'm exhausted. I left at 9:15am our time and go home around 5:15pm. The weather was a little to be deserved too. When I left they had some nasty thunderstorms about 2 hours before. I saw a semi on it's side, and a lot of trees down.

I think that I'll go take a nap. :sleepin:

[Caroleh]

Scrapbooking? care for a challenge? I need something to get me started.

What kind of challenge do you want?


, and I'm finding myself really looking forward to it already!! (Call me crazy, I know...)

That's okay. Blythe. I'm looking forward to my Christmas fabrics coming in. They should be coming in any day now. I can usually come up with some really cool ideas for them for store displays. I love fall and winter fabrics so much more then spring and summer. They have so much more textures.



Caroleh......If you get too bored with all that scrapbooking, I still have several naked dolls. Maybe we could work out a deal?:cool:


Marilyn, I'd love to help out with the dolls!!! I need to finish the scrapbook, do a few outfits, a tablerunner and something else creative by the end of September.


I need hugs.

:pixie::pixie: for your DD, Deb and a big :hug: for you!!

Great news about Alex, Rachel...but inquiring minds really want to know if Jym has changed a dirty diaper yet?

[MMouse6937]

Can you give me some pixie dust and prayers?

I need hugs.
Oh Deb, BIG :hug: and a ton of :pixie: I sure hope everything works out for you!!!

Howdy everyone! :wave: Did anyone miss me?


Welcome back Mary, sure wasn't the same around here without you :hug: Glad your trip went well and you made it home safe!

Ok so I did a stupid thing, well not really stupid but you know. Anyway....I tan indoors (I know OOOHHHH bad girl) but I do. So tonight I go tanning after work and they put me in this one bed for like 15 minutes. When I get in the room there's all these warning signs about how hot the bulbs are in this bed, be careful, etc. So I actually thought to myself, OK, I'll be in there half the time and I'll just turn the bed off, I'll play it smart. So I kid you not, five minutes into this session my back and my butt are on fire so I turn it off right away, but I think it might have been too late :thedolls: I'm really red of the backside of me. The front side and my face and all that doesn't look like I've done anything, but the other side...YIKES
I'm never going to let them put me in that room again.

So, what did everyone have for dinner? We had cheese ravoli and some garlic breadsticks. Hope you all are well :hug:

[Marilyn Michetti]

OK all I've had an emothional crash. My DD was planning to go to nursing school this September. She got a letter saying she is on the alternate list for this sememster. I am so down, because she was countng on this so much. She has been a wild child in the past and is now in the process of tring to get her life back together. Since having our grandson, she has been working hard to make a good life for them.
Can you give me some pixie dust and prayers?

I need hugs.

Is this the dumbest scenerio. There's a critical shortage of nurses, and yet, bright motivated students can't get into school. Why aren't they building more Associate and Graduate programs into colleges or universities? My DD, went through the "stair step's" of nursing, starting with Nursing Asst. to LPN, and finally RN. It took her about four years, but it was still faster than waiting to get into an existing RN program. All this was AFTER graduating with a BA in science from Delaware Valley College in PA.

My prayers are with your DD. It must be a HUGE disappointment.:bang:

[ElenitaB]

Just zooping in! Is there anyway a working person can actually keep up with you guys? I'm not even going to try to catch up!

Jasper, thinking of you and your family!

Deb, hugs for you and :pixie: for your DD.

Hey, Carol! So you're going to be dressing dolls now too? Your talents never cease to amaze me.

Hey, Pogo... you rub my neck, I'll scratch yours! ;)

Rachel, how's the lil' prince?

Jenn, you packed yet?

Di, I had to change my password at work and chose something that has me thinking of you every time I log on! So I smile every morning, thinking of you! :D I think I may make this a new tradition (we have to change them on a regular basis).

Greg, thanks for the compliment. :blush: Job :pixie: for you.

Rhonda, how's your project coming along?

:hug: to all! Later, :gator:s

[Dsnygirl]

Zoop (maybe) in from work...


I've got FRESHLY baked sugar cookies with heath bits coming out of the oven.......come and get 'em!
Yummmm!! Thanks!


It just seems like everything is weighing me down...running out of money, trying not to take it personally that I have not been receiving responses, boredom from not having work or anything PRODUCTIVE to do, and mix in the whole feeling of me feeling worthless right now. It just plain stinks. I wish I could be positive, but I feel like rejection has just sucked the normally positive-Greg dry.

In other news, I had a great time seeing Ellen (who looks amazing btw!) and Ben, Kathy (TikiGoddess) and her daughter, and meeting some new fresh faces at the NYC Intercot Meet yesterday.
Greg, I'm so sorry... I have no crystal ball, but I can tell you from LOTS of experience that when you hit your lowest, you have nowhere to go but up. Trust me -- things will turn around -- they always do when you keep trying and put your best out there!!

I'm jealous you got to go to the meet - I loved seeing Ellen & Ben, and really would've enjoyed seeing Kathy again. Did you tell Ellen she's really missed here??


so sorry about the sunburn. i can definately sympathize. i packed up the campsite on sunday and didnt have sunscreen on. it was overcast- i thought i didnt need any- this is the color parts of me are :-o. aloe with lidocaine is a lovely product.

sounds like a lovely night. how was the weekend you worked for me??

as you can guess, i am back from the lovely, relaxing, recharging camping trip. i know i'm supposed to bring cookies but does anyone want a smore instead? we had a great trip. just a few hours of rain here and there. my cats have started to forgive us. (why do cats hold a grudge?) all right back to the massive amount of laundry that a camping trip generates.

Kate, sorry to hear about the sunburn... will you be all lidocained up when you come back to work? I'd try to be, that way you won't feel the pain....

I'm so glad you had a great trip! I can't remember how your weekend was... the week afterwards was so bad it's all a blur! (Try no empty beds on 8, 7-8 pods each on 7... :crazy:)

Cats? Hold a grudge?? Surely you jest.... :rotfl:


We haven't had lots of shopping time, so we're down to what the dog won't eat.

Blythe.......I'm another fan of your name. Blythe Danner was one of my favorite character actresses in the 60's & &0's.

Deb.....Is the car running as good as it looks?

I'm trying to imagine what it would be like to have a baby at my age. At least breast feeding would be easy - just lay the baby across my lap.

I'm craving a Starbucks, but around here, that's like trying to find hooch during prohabition.
:rotfl:

Thanks! She was the first person I heard of with "my" name...

:funny:

:funny: :rotfl: Screen cleaner, please.... Marilyn, you're killing me!!


This just in........

I've just received an telegram from Christian Prudhomme saying I've been DQ'd from the Tour de France for steroid use. When is this going to end ??

Huh???


OK all I've had an emothional crash. My DD was planning to go to nursing school this September. She got a letter saying she is on the alternate list for this sememster. I am so down, because she was countng on this so much. She has been a wild child in the past and is now in the process of tring to get her life back together. Since having our grandson, she has been working hard to make a good life for them.
Can you give me some pixie dust and prayers?

I need hugs.
:hug: coming your way... don't be discouraged, it happens all the time around here... get her to take a few courses in the meantime, it will keep her going towards getting in and feeling like she's moving forward. I'll keep her in my prayers, too...

Sorry if I missed the last few posts.... I started posting at 8pm, and here it is, 10:15 before I could get back! Sorry if I serial post b/c of it...

[offwego]

Deb I hope this is just a small setback that is quickly overcome! :hug:

Ellen nice as always to see you.

Pogo you were over at the tour de france? That explains where you were.

How was band practice Ken? All omphaad out yet? Do we have any of those cookies left?

[MsMin]

Beth I think you should see if there are any slots open for swimming with :dolphin:.....it's definitely worth a shot and 118 isn't bad at all. Of course I'll miss you while you're gone, your posts are always so nice and insightful hehe!
I've got FRESHLY baked sugar cookies with heath bits coming out of the oven.......come and get 'em! (Unless you'd rather raid what's left of Ken's Chips Ahoys )
I'm considering it... I tried to buy an underwater camera today but I ordered two and both were back-ordered. I'm hoping one comes in before we leave. So much to do..
Fresh sugar cookies huh... yum... I'm sure I won't enjoy them when I'm in my swimsuit next week ;)

Awe...what a sweet niece you have!

Have you been over to the Monthly Scrapbook Challenge in Mousellaneous? http://www.intercot.com/discussion/showthread.php?t=125127

I think you should try to book the swim with the dolphins - what a great opportunity! And take a lot pictures to scrap it!!!
I think I will try to book it when we get there. I want this trip to be special since she has 4 hard years ahead of her. I didn't discover it until it was too late to book in advance. More to scrapbook... I'll never finish...

OK all I've had an emothional crash. My DD was planning to go to nursing school this September. She got a letter saying she is on the alternate list for this sememster. I am so down, because she was countng on this so much. She has been a wild child in the past and is now in the process of tring to get her life back together. Since having our grandson, she has been working hard to make a good life for them.
Can you give me some pixie dust and prayers?
I need hugs.
:hug: so sorry to hear about your dd's bad news. Is there still a chance that she can get in?
A friend of my dd was an alternate for vet school in MS. She dropped the course b/c she didn't need it for LSU (she didn't get in there) the other day she got a letter saying she was in but now doesn't have the required courses to meet the requirements. Long story... but point is tell her don't lose the faith :pixie:
Take care of yourself too... I know how we hurt when our babies hurt... regardless of the age.

Howdy everyone! Did anyone miss me?

Had a good time on the Mississippi.
Glad you are back. I can't believe you were right up the river and didn't raft down for a visit. :) Glad you had a great time.

What kind of challenge do you want?
I'm looking forward to my Christmas fabrics coming in. They should be coming in any day now.
I need to get started on 2005 :blush: the photos are piling up and we leave in 5 days...
Christmas fabric... I love Christmas decorations...... (see why I don't scrapbook? I'm easily distracted)


Di, I had to change my password at work and chose something that has me thinking of you every time I log on! So I smile every morning, thinking of you! :D I think I may make this a new tradition (we have to change them on a regular basis).
Ellen, glad you are back... we must have the same password!! It makes me think of Diane and it makes me smile...
LSU38OSU24 :hide: love you Diane.... and football season starts for us in 40 days....

I got a new phone today... I can access the web faster. So maybe I can catch up when we get to WDW...
I got a little work done but so much to do before I leave. ....
Hello to all.... too hot here and no rain... anyone want a snowball? Mango is one of my favorite flavors..

[pogo]

Morning all..... the itching continues but getting better. :thumbsup:

What's up for today ??? I've cancelled two meetings and I'm working at home again today.

Hey Cousin.... how many sleeps ? :confused:



Hey, Pogo... you rub my neck, I'll scratch yours!
It's a deal !

Huh???

Just an attempt at a joke.... you know Steroids.... DQ.... Tour de France. :( Must have been the Benedryl talking. :shake: I get really fuzzy taking that stuff.


Pogo you were over at the tour de france? That explains where you were.
See above.

[Caroleh]

Hey, Carol! So you're going to be dressing dolls now too? Your talents never cease to amaze me.



I just think I'm a gluton for punishment or there's no rest for the wicked and I must be totally wicked!!!


I need to get started on 2005 :blush: the photos are piling up and we leave in 5 days...
Christmas fabric... I love Christmas decorations...... (see why I don't scrapbook? I'm easily distracted)


We don't talk about distraction around here. As Gilles puts it for me...shiny thing distraction!!! I'm always going off in different directions. I swear my brain never stops.


Morning all..... the itching continues but getting better. :thumbsup:.

Buddy, what were you doing to get poison ivy? I was going to add Patti in there, but since this is a family site....

[MMouse6937]

Morning all! Hope your day is starting off well. Mine isn't but I won't complain here. I'm really stressed out right now and trying to figure out what to do.

I guess I better stop procrastinating and finish getting ready for work. Hope you all have a great day :hug:

I didn't have a question yet, right?

[tinkerbellybutton]

Zoop!, Hey folks, just a quick note. I miss you all like crazy! Carter developed a lung infection rather quickly and ended up in the hospital by friday late night. He's doing well now and we've been home since last night.

:hug: and :pixie: to each and every one of you. I'll be back this afternoon, we have an apointment with his specialist.

Now where did I put my doughnut?

[Mickey'sGirl]

Jenn, you packed yet?Everything is washed and folded and the cases are out. I will pack 'em up tomorrow.

Hey Cousin.... how many sleeps ? :confused:3 sleeps baby! :mickey:

Zoop!, Hey folks, just a quick note. I miss you all like crazy! Carter developed a lung infection rather quickly and ended up in the hospital by friday late night. He's doing well now and we've been home since last night.
:pixie: and :hug: for Carter, Traci.

Tell me. After eating, do amphibians need to wait an hour until going back into the water?

[mouseaddict]

OK all I've had an emothional crash. My DD was planning to go to nursing school this September. She got a letter saying she is on the alternate list for this sememster. I am so down, because she was countng on this so much. She has been a wild child in the past and is now in the process of tring to get her life back together. Since having our grandson, she has been working hard to make a good life for them.
Can you give me some pixie dust and prayers?

I need hugs.

Lots of hugs for you and DD. It is so scary that people are having such a hard time getting into nursing school. Apparently there is a shortage of teachers so they are having to turn perfectly good students away...your DD will get there...tell her to hold on..it will happen!

My second interview with Mayo is today..I am crossing every finger and toe...if you've got any to spare....

It was a terible weekend in Jax...3 murders and a stabbing on Sunday. The stabbing victim wound up in our department at work..I can handle blood and gore..but it was seeing this man my age and what someone had done..how can people have so little respect for the life we are given? I am still disturbed...it seems liek we see them more and more lately. Every day another gunshot wound. Last week was a 14 year old victim of a drive-by...we were being so kind to him because he was so quiet and so we assumed he was scared..well..we got him on the table and the filth that came out of this boys' mouth! We almost had to call security because he was threatening to kill the poor resident! I just couldn't believe it!
Ok..sorry. I did not mean to ramble on. Does anyone have some chocolate? I need comfort!

[MissStyles]

I'll be back this afternoon, we have an apointment with his specialist.

We missed you too, I hope Carter is feeling better today. I'm sorry you had to miss the NYC meet.


Everything is washed and folded and the cases are out. I will pack 'em up tomorrow.

How's Euan's arm - will his cast be removed before your trip?


My second interview with Mayo is today..I am crossing every finger and toe...if you've got any to spare....

Does anyone have some chocolate? I need comfort!

Goodluck on your interview! I have so much respect for you what you do. I have TONS of dark chocolate in my apartment....well a huge bag of semi-sweet chips. I was munching 'em last night.....I'd love to share some with you though!!!

Have a great Tuesday everyone. Smile! :)

[pogo]

Buddy, what were you doing to get poison ivy? I was going to add Patti in there, but since this is a family site....
We're not sure exactly how I got it, but I think it was when I mowed down a flower garden that had some poison ivy in it. I had bagged it and took it to the curb for the town to pick up. I must of had some of the urushiol on my hand and touched my neck and face. It's better today and I'm refusing to take the Benedryl so I can get some work done.

Morning all! Hope your day is starting off well. Mine isn't but I won't complain here. I'm really stressed out right now and trying to figure out what to do.

I guess I better stop procrastinating and finish getting ready for work. Hope you all have a great day.

I didn't have a question yet, right?
Sarah.... I hope everything works out for you. Would a :hug: help ???

Zoop!, Hey folks, just a quick note. I miss you all like crazy! Carter developed a lung infection rather quickly and ended up in the hospital by friday late night. He's doing well now and we've been home since last night.

I'll be back this afternoon, we have an apointment with his specialist.
Keep us informed. :pixie: for a quick recovery.

3 sleeps baby!

I'm so jealous..... how can you go with out Patti and I ??? :( But I hope you have a great time ! :D

My second interview with Mayo is today..I am crossing every finger and toe...if you've got any to spare....

It was a terible weekend in Jax...3 murders and a stabbing on Sunday. The stabbing victim wound up in our department at work..I can handle blood and gore..but it was seeing this man my age and what someone had done..how can people have so little respect for the life we are given? I am still disturbed...it seems liek we see them more and more lately. Every day another gunshot wound. Last week was a 14 year old victim of a drive-by...we were being so kind to him because he was so quiet and so we assumed he was scared..well..we got him on the table and the filth that came out of this boys' mouth! We almost had to call security because he was threatening to kill the poor resident! I just couldn't believe it!

These kids see violence every day in the movies, tv and in their music and think it's normal. It is sad indeed. :shake:

[Nascfan]

Everything is washed and folded and the cases are out. I will pack 'em up tomorrow.
3 sleeps baby! :mickey:


What? You're less than 6 weeks away from your trip and you're not completely packed with the suitcases sitting by the door? Better not let Di hear that or she'll get on you. Hahaha!

Just in case, have a wonderful, magical, safe trip. We'll miss you, but knowing you'll be having fun will make the demol...renovation of your house go easier for us. ;)

[offwego]

Hope Carter is doing better.

Jenn how was folding and sorting? Don't you find the guys love to undo the sorting part?

Pogo hope you feel better. Scott nice to see you. Hey to everyone else!

[MickeysGirl]

Just zooping in! Is there anyway a working person can actually keep up with you guys? I'm not even going to try to catch up!


:ditto: Do you know how much you guys talk??

I have been trying to lurk for the past few days, but I've gotten behind on that too, so I guess I'll just say hi! :hi: and work on catching up and staying caught up from here on out.

Had a nice weekend, yesterday was busy. Managed to break out in a mild case of hives Sunday night (something I ate I'm sure) and I've been taking benadryl that is causing me to get sleepy :sleepin:. So I'm trying to stay focused on one thing and multi-tasking is difficult.

So.... :hug: :pixie: :D :mickey3: :cheers:

And welcome back to all that have been absent and some extra hugs all around!

Later!

[DisneyCouture]

I wish I could be positive, but I feel like rejection has just sucked the normally positive-Greg dry. :( When will things get better? the day. :(

Greg I will be keeping my :fingers: for you. Something good is bound to happen. You are an awesome person, u just have to hang in there a little while longer.

i know i'm supposed to bring cookies but does anyone want a smore instead?
I would love some!

OK all I've had an emothional crash. My DD was planning to go to nursing school this September. She got a letter saying she is on the alternate list for this sememster. I am so down, because she was countng on this so much. Can you give me some pixie dust and prayers? I need hugs.
:hug: Coming right up. I hope everything goes ok and that she gets in.


Zoop!, Hey folks, just a quick note. I miss you all like crazy! Carter developed a lung infection rather quickly and ended up in the hospital by friday late night. He's doing well now and we've been home since last night.

Traci I am glad that Carter is doing better. I missed the NYC meet too. At the last minute our realtor called to say that we should come down first thing on Sunday morning to put a bid in for the house that we wanted. We were there for hours only to find out that the house was on deposit. Someone beat us to the punch I am so bummed that we didn't get the house and that we missed the meet. I am still waiting for our other house to sell in the mean time.

I miss all you guys, I am sorry that I haven't been around, too sad I guess.
Here is some :pixie: for all who need some.
How is all my favorite people doing?

[Mickey'sGirl]

Jenn how was folding and sorting? Don't you find the guys love to undo the sorting part?Frankly, I would love them to even notice the sorting part! They always look at me with such disdain when I put their baskets in their room and tell them they have 3 minutes to put the (already sorted) clothing away. Actually, Brian doesn't understand why I group each category (all of Harry's T-shirts in one pile, Euan's in another, Harry's shorts in another pile, Euan's in another....). He says, it's being put away anyways? Yeah, but isnt it easier sorting it on a very large bed, then simply moving mini-stacks of items into the appropriate spot? Doesn't everyone do this?????

Scott, I couldn't get too organized. The guys needed to wear something these past few weeks. ;)

[offwego]

See Matt is a list person so he does that as well. (as in a list of 6 shirts, socks etc..so we sort typically on the spare bedroom bed)

Now personally I tend to be more of an outfit packer. Does anyone know how much it costs to fedex shoes?

[Nascfan]

but isnt it easier sorting it on a very large bed, then simply moving mini-stacks of items into the appropriate spot? Doesn't everyone do this?????

Scott, I couldn't get too organized. The guys needed to wear something these past few weeks. ;)

I thought it was easier to make stacks, but maybe we were wrong.
See, that's what I told her too when she was giving me the business about not being packed. But for some reason she thought I needed to own 6 weeks of "somethings" so I could be packed and waiting. Haha!



Now personally I tend to be more of an outfit packer. Does anyone know how much it costs to fedex shoes?

I don't know, but would it be over $20 or $25? I guess it depends on how many pairs.

[Flower]

I've got loads of uniforms from when the girls were in private school to iron and get on E-bay this week, and I'm going to go start, although honestly, I'd rather stick pins in myself than do it... Hopefully, it'll be worth it!!

Okay -- I'm truly loving summer and everything about it -- even with all the weird weather we've been having... but I sprayed a carpet freshener this morning that smells like "country apple" and had some pine incense going and our whole house smelled like fall.... sigh... it's my very favorite time of year, and I'm finding myself really looking forward to it already!! (Call me crazy, I know...)

Good luck with your laundry I did about 6 loads yesterday - sheets and stuff...not fun!

The spray sounds wonderful - I love fall too! I love the scented candles that are apple, reminds me of autumn! I am enjoying this summer and don't want it to end, although the past few days have been a bit cool & rainy here.


As I was reading the past few posts the weirdest thing happened. I started reading Pogo's post about poison ivy and at the same moment on the radio Dan Patrick started talking about being covered by poison ivy. I've been having connecting things like this happen to me a lot the past few weeks. Very bizarre and borderline freakish.

My DW & mom were out for a walk and ran into a friend who mentioned that Midwest Airlines is close to bankruptcy and canceled a bunch of flights to Florida. Guess who we are flying with in September?

To add insult to injury, as I was leaving for work this morning I had a flat on a tire that is in excellent shape (looks like a nail in it) so I had to change a flat and I was late to work.

That is so weird when things like that happen....(Humming twighlight zone music!)

Good luck with the airline tickets and I hope your car is all better now.


I've got FRESHLY baked sugar cookies with heath bits coming out of the oven.......come and get 'em!
:tasty:


Hey everyone!
Sorry I've been MIA for the past week or so. I've been really trying to focus on sending out resumes and just getting a paycheck...forget a career job at this point.

In other news, I had a great time seeing Ellen (who looks amazing btw!) and Ben, Kathy (TikiGoddess) and her daughter, and meeting some new fresh faces at the NYC Intercot Meet yesterday.

:hug: Sending pixie dust that you find a job soon, glad to hear you all had a great time at the meet - did anyone take pics?



as you can guess, i am back from the lovely, relaxing, recharging camping trip. i know i'm supposed to bring cookies but does anyone want a smore instead? we had a great trip. just a few hours of rain here and there. my cats have started to forgive us. (why do cats hold a grudge?) all right back to the massive amount of that a camping trip generates.kate

I'd love a S'more.... I am still not allowed to attempt to make any more after the fire....but it was only a small :flame:....


This just in........

I've just received an telegram from Christian Prudhomme saying I've been DQ'd from the Tour de France for steroid use. When is this going to end ????
How are the steroids working out? Is it just me or is the tour not the same without Lance? :bike:


OK all I've had an emothional crash. My DD was planning to go to nursing school this September. She got a letter saying she is on the alternate list for this sememster.

Good luck to your daughter. I was placed on the waiting list for nursing school here and ended up getting a call the week that school started saying someone had dropped out and I could have their spot - I needed to pay immediately. I ended up not going as we had just bought our first condo and all of my additional college $$$ went to wards our home. I already had a college degree but was going to switch careers - I now work in the field of my degree and love it so I am glad I did not go back to nursing school. Anyway, just want to let you know that even though she is wait-listed it may still happen :hug:


Howdy everyone! Did anyone miss me?
:wave: Welcome back Mary!



Ok so I did a stupid thing, well not really stupid but you know. Anyway....I tan indoors (I know OOOHHHH bad girl) but I do. So tonight I go tanning after work and they put me in this one bed for like 15 minutes. When I get in the room there's all these warning signs about how hot the bulbs are in this bed, be careful, etc. So I actually thought to myself, OK, I'll be in there half the time and I'll just turn the bed off, I'll play it smart. So I kid you not, five minutes into this session my back and my butt are on fire so I turn it off right away, but I think it might have been too late I'm really red of the backside of me. The front side and my face and all that doesn't look like I've done anything, but the other side...YIKES
I'm never going to let them put me in that room again.

OUCH!!! At least you knew your limits and got out in time.Did you say anything to them? I hope they gave you some of your minutes back.


Carter developed a lung infection rather quickly and ended up in the hospital by friday late night. He's doing well now and we've been home since last night.. I'll be back this afternoon, we have an apointment with his specialist. :hug: for Carter! Good luck with the specialist.


Everything is washed and folded and the cases are out. I will pack 'em up tomorrow.
3 sleeps baby!

Any room for a stowaway? I can be in Ajax in 15-20 minutes, just say the word! Have an awesome trip!



My second interview with Mayo is today..I am crossing every finger and toe...if you've got any to spare....

It was a terible weekend in Jax...3 murders and a stabbing on Sunday. The stabbing victim wound up in our department at work..I can handle blood and gore..but it was seeing this man my age and what someone had done..how can people have so little respect for the life we are given? I am still disturbed...it seems liek we see them more and more lately. Every day another gunshot wound. Last week was a 14 year old victim of a drive-by...we were being so kind to him because he was so quiet and so we assumed he was scared..well..we got him on the table and the filth that came out of this boys' mouth! We almost had to call security because he was threatening to kill the poor resident! I just couldn't believe it!
Ok..sorry. I did not mean to ramble on. Does anyone have some chocolate? I need comfort!
Good luck with the interview today Michelle.

:hug:So sorry to hear that you had such a rough night. It is amazing how young it starts and scary how violence brings in innocent victims. I see it all too often here too - it would amaze you how many 'regulars' we have at the police department. When I was taking the 9-1-1 calls we knew people by their voices they called in that frequently-no need to look at the screen to see who was calling.

No chocolate for you, but how about some Tim Bits???!!!



Had a nice weekend, yesterday was busy. Managed to break out in a mild case of hives Sunday night (something I ate I'm sure) and I've been taking benadryl that is causing me to get sleepy . So I'm trying to stay focused on one thing and multi-tasking is difficult.

Later! I hope the hives are gone and you can concentrate better! I had a hard time concentrating on catching up!!!

How is everyones Tuesday going? It was a quick slice of toast for breakfast and then I ran Brandon off to daycare. Ben and I came home and I tore down the daybed that was in Bens room and set it up in Brandons room. I caought up on this thread and now I think it is time to do some scrapbooking while Ben naps!

Huuummmm...now what to make for lunch? I am thinking tuna sandwiches.... and now to decide what to make for dinner....any suggestions?

[Flower]

Frankly, I would love them to even notice the sorting part! They always look at me with such disdain when I put their baskets in their room and tell them they have 3 minutes to put the (already sorted) clothing away. Actually, Brian doesn't understand why I group each category (all of Harry's T-shirts in one pile, Euan's in another, Harry's shorts in another pile, Euan's in another....). He says, it's being put away anyways? Yeah, but isnt it easier sorting it on a very large bed, then simply moving mini-stacks of items into the appropriate spot? Doesn't everyone do this?????

Scott, I couldn't get too organized. The guys needed to wear something these past few weeks. ;)

Jenn,

My :laundry: style is similar. I take the stuff out of the dryer and throw it on a big chair in our rec room. As I fold it from the chair I put everything into 2 clothes baskets - 1 basket is for mine and Jays stuff, the other basket is for both boys. Each of us has our own pile in the basket so that when I take the clothes upstairs I simply take the pile out of the basket into the bedroom it goes into. From there I put it on the dresser and further pile it into categories. I still put the boys clothes away; they are only 1 & 4, and if I do it then I know it is when it is supposed to be! I refuse to put DH's stuff away - I am not his mother!

Does it drive you crazy when someone else 'helps' you do the laundry? I hate it when my mom babysits and folds stuff for me, it is never folded the way I do it and she always just throws the stuff into the baskets - no sorting into piles! It is the same with Jay....I think I am just too **** when it comes to :laundry:????!!!

[mouseaddict]

Lea Ann..I will take a bucket of Tim bits!
Thanks everyone for the well wishes! Interview was great, now I have to wait to see if they want to hire me...Make that 2 tons of Tim Bits Lea-Ann!
Rachel, I saw your status on FB..Isn't it amazing how the little miracle can totally consume you? I remember sitting and staring at my son and wondering why I had waited so long to have him...how was it that I was able to even live before my children?

Hope everyone's week is going well. Have we got a countdown to December going yet? Not trying to speed things up Pogo..just wanting to count down!

[pogo]

Pogo hope you feel better.
Thanks Natalie.... I'm getting better ! :D

Had a nice weekend, yesterday was busy. Managed to break out in a mild case of hives Sunday night (something I ate I'm sure) and I've been taking benadryl that is causing me to get sleepy :sleepin:. So I'm trying to stay focused on one thing and multi-tasking is difficult.

So we're on a benedryl high together huh ? :D I just quit taking mine so I can concentrate on all the new contracts sitting on my desk.

Frankly, I would love them to even notice the sorting part! They always look at me with such disdain when I put their baskets in their room and tell them they have 3 minutes to put the (already sorted) clothing away. Actually, Brian doesn't understand why I group each category (all of Harry's T-shirts in one pile, Euan's in another, Harry's shorts in another pile, Euan's in another....). He says, it's being put away anyways? Yeah, but isnt it easier sorting it on a very large bed, then simply moving mini-stacks of items into the appropriate spot? Doesn't everyone do this?????
Nope..... not me. When it's time to pack I grab my carry on and make sure I have enough clean undies, shirts, and shorts/pants for each day. Then I lug the BIG suitcase that Patti has been packing for two weeks out to the car if and when it passes the under 50 lb. test.

See Matt is a list person so he does that as well. (as in a list of 6 shirts, socks etc..so we sort typically on the spare bedroom bed)

Now personally I tend to be more of an outfit packer. Does anyone know how much it costs to fedex shoes?
For you ???? About $100 might do it. :D

I thought it was easier to make stacks, but maybe we were wrong.
See, that's what I told her too when she was giving me the business about not being packed. But for some reason she thought I needed to own 6 weeks of "somethings" so I could be packed and waiting. Haha!

Scott.... rule number one... your DW is always right. Rule number two.... if in doubt, see rule number one. How long have you been married ??? :confused:

[offwego]

For December I figure I better make sure I pack the good stuff. Afterall you guys are more likely to notice my shoes then say DH & Ds who are far more used to it.

Jenn did you figure out what you ate? I hate hives.

Zooping out..where did we put the coffee again?

[MissStyles]

Scott.... rule number one... your DW is always right. Rule number two.... if in doubt, see rule number one. How long have you been married ??? :confused:

:funny: No way!!!! We met with our photographer the other night for our wedding and he told us those exact same rules. It must be true then?:D Do I sound naive to most of you??? :confused:

[Jeff G]

I've just received an telegram from Christian Prudhomme saying I've been DQ'd from the Tour de France for steroid use. :bike: When is this going to end ???? :confused:


Your typing does seem a lot faster. Do you feel any stronger:lift: ?


OK all I've had an emothional crash. My DD was planning to go to nursing school this September. She got a letter saying she is on the alternate list for this sememster. I am so down, because she was countng on this so much. She has been a wild child in the past and is now in the process of tring to get her life back together. Since having our grandson, she has been working hard to make a good life for them.
Can you give me some pixie dust and prayers?

I need hugs.

:hug: I'm sure things will work out Deb.





Baby Alex.......Sounds like you're a "keeper". I'm trying to imagine what it would be like to have a baby at my age. At least breast feeding would be easy - just lay the baby across my lap.
You guys, keep up the good work.


I got crazy looks from a co-worker as I laughed out loud:rotfl:.


Morning all! Hope your day is starting off well. Mine isn't but I won't complain here. I'm really stressed out right now and trying to figure out what to do.


:hug: Hopefully things get better as the day goes on.


Zoop!, Hey folks, just a quick note. I miss you all like crazy! Carter developed a lung infection rather quickly and ended up in the hospital by friday late night. He's doing well now and we've been home since last night.


:pixie: for Carter. Glad to here he is doing OK.



My second interview with Mayo is today..I am crossing every finger and toe...if you've got any to spare....

It was a terible weekend in Jax...3 murders and a stabbing on Sunday. The stabbing victim wound up in our department at work..I can handle blood and gore..but it was seeing this man my age and what someone had done..how can people have so little respect for the life we are given? I am still disturbed...it seems liek we see them more and more lately. Every day another gunshot wound. Last week was a 14 year old victim of a drive-by...we were being so kind to him because he was so quiet and so we assumed he was scared..well..we got him on the table and the filth that came out of this boys' mouth! We almost had to call security because he was threatening to kill the poor resident! I just couldn't believe it!
Ok..sorry. I did not mean to ramble on. Does anyone have some chocolate? I need comfort!

:pixie: for the interview.

As for the stabbing victim, it's such a shame how little life is respected and all the violence out there. I never understood fighting or violence and live my life by a creed Rodney Dangerfield so eloquently said in Back to School ~ I'm a lover, not a fighter.

My stress from yesterday is over. I was able to reach Midwest after a few hours of trying and they are refunding the entire amount we paid. After a bunch of shopping we were able to find airfare for only a little extra by extending the trip from Sunday to Monday. So now our trip is an extra day longer and Terrisue at MJ, who is filling in for Wendy, was able to get the "free dining" added to our extra day at Pop Century. Thank you so much for all the kind thoughts and wishes.

I have been lacking on the cookies lately, anyone interested in a batch of macadamia nut cookies?

[drummerboy]

Frankly, I would love them to even notice the sorting part! Doesn't everyone do this?????
I'm more of the sorter in our family. I get all the towels, washcloths, etc. into separate piles so they're easier to put away. I normally do my own socks, shirts, etc. so i can keep track of the folding and putting away too. :blush:


I don't know, but would it be over $20 or $25? I guess it depends on how many pairs.
I think Nat was inquiring about the price to rent the whole truck. :D

So much for lazy nights. We're in full rehearsal mode right now--Monday for oompah band; Tuesday and Thursday, and Sunday afternoons for the pit band. Luckily, I've got the makings of two drum kits, so I can leave one set up at the theater.

Can somebody spot me a question?

[tinkerbellybutton]

Thanks to all of you for the pixie dust and hugs. Carter has to have “sweat” tests??? Don’t know what those are exactly…..

OK, So, I was wondering when I would have to let someone know for sure if we can make it to WDW in Dec? Bruce and me REALLY need a just us vacay. We might be able to swing it.


Deb, If you connected the dots of our lives, you would come up with the same picture! Hailey as well was a wild child. Had our GS and turned her life around and she just enrolled in college, she’s going for nursing but starting off with liberal studies so that while she waits to be moved up on the list she’ll have finished all of the college pre- reqs. :pixie: to her and you, If she’s anything like Hailey she deserves it and so do you!

How’s everyones day so far?

Marilyn, I hope your mom is doing well.

Pogo, I hope your poison ivy gets better quick, that is so miserable.

JeffG, So sorry to hear about your flight. Hopefully it will work out. :pixie: :hug:

Greg, Good to see you around again. Good luck in the quest for the job!

Ashley, Sorry to hear you missed the meet too and that it was basically for nothing. L

Jym and Rachel, how is that beautiful baby boy doing? Give him a big hug from me!

Michelle, Good luck with the interview! :pixie: Sorry to hear your SIL was so horrible to your child.

Kate, Glad to hear you had a great camping trip!

Mary, Welcome back and good to hear trip was good too.

Mikki, Glad to hear the weather was great for the race for life. That always makes it better.

Beth, congrats on being a great aunt! How’s your mom?

Jasper, So sorry to hear abut everything. :pixie: :hug:

Carol, Sounds like you made the right choice about the store.

T&G, How did DD make out in the second chance?

Sarah, How did the dog walk go?

Blythe, UMA is an offshoot of the University of Maine, just a different campus.

Jenn, Have a great trip!

Ok, so I know I forgot some people but I will try to catch up. ;)

[MMouse6937]

Afternoon all, how's the day going for everyone? Mine is ok, just tired and stressed. Pogo, thanks for the hug, that sure helped! I know my problem is so minor but I don't know what to do about it. Someone furry keeps peeing on our carpet in the living room. They can be in the house all day while were at work and be fine but as soon as we go to bed at night it's like a free for all in the living room. They obviously don't do it in front of us so I don't know exactly who it is. So I spent $370 last week on Scooter and thought I had the problem solved and it seemed to resolve itself and now it's back, but not the same MO. Scooter always pees right by the back door when she just can't hold it because she's sick. Now it seems like it's just wherever anyone wants to pee. I also found out having your carpets steam cleaned with animals is not a good idea, it makes the smell worse. So now I don't know what to do. Do we start crating all the dogs at night? Mike wants them to stay outside during the day. We can't put in a doggie door since the cats are all indoor cats, and trust me Minnie is way too smart for one of those automatic doors that locks when the dogs go through it. My dilema is I'm not that type of Mom. I want their life to be easy and comfortable. I love to have Pinto sleeping with me and cuddling all night, I don't want to banish her to a crate. If the girls were outside all day while I was at work I would be a basket case, I don't want that to be their existence. So I don't know what to do :( Plus, no one wants to have a house where the dogs pee on the carpet all the time. I mean we clean like crazy but it still makes things seems dirty. Sigh, anyways, I know in the grand scheme of life this isn't a big deal, but it's upsetting to me and it makes me question all that I've done. Thanks for listening :hug:

[pogo]

Jenn did you figure out what you ate? I hate hives.
I think it was the other MickeysGirl with the hives. You were the first one to trip up on the identity thing. :D

No way!!!! We met with our photographer the other night for our wedding and he told us those exact same rules. It must be true then? Do I sound naive to most of you???
Oh yeah.... to both questions ! :D

Your typing does seem a lot faster. Do you feel any stronger ?

A lot better thanks. Do you think it was the steroids or the benedryle ???? :confused:

Thanks to all of you for the pixie dust and hugs. Carter has to have “sweat” tests??? Don’t know what those are exactly…..

OK, So, I was wondering when I would have to let someone know for sure if we can make it to WDW in Dec? Bruce and me REALLY need a just us vacay. We might be able to swing it.


Deb, If you connected the dots of our lives, you would come up with the same picture! Hailey as well was a wild child. Had our GS and turned her life around and she just enrolled in college, she’s going for nursing but starting off with liberal studies so that while she waits to be moved up on the list she’ll have finished all of the college pre- reqs. :pixie: to her and you, If she’s anything like Hailey she deserves it and so do you!

How’s everyones day so far?

Marilyn, I hope your mom is doing well.

Pogo, I hope your poison ivy gets better quick, that is so miserable.

JeffG, So sorry to hear about your flight. Hopefully it will work out.

Greg, Good to see you around again. Good luck in the quest for the job!

Ashley, Sorry to hear you missed the meet too and that it was basically for nothing. L

Jym and Rachel, how is that beautiful baby boy doing? Give him a big hug from me!

Michelle, Good luck with the interview! :pixie: Sorry to hear your SIL was so horrible to your child.

Kate, Glad to hear you had a great camping trip!

Mary, Welcome back and good to hear trip was good too.

Mikki, Glad to hear the weather was great for the race for life. That always makes it better.

Beth, congrats on being a great aunt! How’s your mom?

Jasper, So sorry to hear abut everything.

Carol, Sounds like you made the right choice about the store.

T&G, How did DD make out in the second chance?

Sarah, How did the dog walk go?

Blythe, UMA is an offshoot of the University of Maine, just a different campus.

Jenn, Have a great trip!

Ok, so I know I forgot some people but I will try to catch up.
Wow.... that's one long post ! Are you trying to outdo Blythe ?? :blush:

Afternoon all, how's the day going for everyone? Mine is ok, just tired and stressed. Pogo, thanks for the hug, that sure helped! I know my problem is so minor but I don't know what to do about it. Someone furry keeps peeing on our carpet in the living room. They can be in the house all day while were at work and be fine but as soon as we go to bed at night it's like a free for all in the living room. They obviously don't do it in front of us so I don't know exactly who it is. So I spent $370 last week on Scooter and thought I had the problem solved and it seemed to resolve itself and now it's back, but not the same MO. Scooter always pees right by the back door when she just can't hold it because she's sick. Now it seems like it's just wherever anyone wants to pee. I also found out having your carpets steam cleaned with animals is not a good idea, it makes the smell worse. So now I don't know what to do. Do we start crating all the dogs at night? Mike wants them to stay outside during the day. We can't put in a doggie door since the cats are all indoor cats, and trust me Minnie is way too smart for one of those automatic doors that locks when the dogs go through it. My dilema is I'm not that type of Mom. I want their life to be easy and comfortable. I love to have Pinto sleeping with me and cuddling all night, I don't want to banish her to a crate. If the girls were outside all day while I was at work I would be a basket case, I don't want that to be their existence. So I don't know what to do :( Plus, no one wants to have a house where the dogs pee on the carpet all the time. I mean we clean like crazy but it still makes things seems dirty. Sigh, anyways, I know in the grand scheme of life this isn't a big deal, but it's upsetting to me and it makes me question all that I've done. Thanks for listening

And that's why Patti and I have Butch. He doesn't pee, doesnt bark.... just sleeps in the corner. He's a ceramic beagle... the perfect pet. :D

[tinkerbellybutton]

Afternoon all, how's the day going for everyone? Mine is ok, just tired and stressed. Pogo, thanks for the hug, that sure helped! I know my problem is so minor but I don't know what to do about it. Someone furry keeps peeing on our carpet in the living room. They can be in the house all day while were at work and be fine but as soon as we go to bed at night it's like a free for all in the living room. They obviously don't do it in front of us so I don't know exactly who it is. So I spent $370 last week on Scooter and thought I had the problem solved and it seemed to resolve itself and now it's back, but not the same MO. Scooter always pees right by the back door when she just can't hold it because she's sick. Now it seems like it's just wherever anyone wants to pee. I also found out having your carpets steam cleaned with animals is not a good idea, it makes the smell worse. So now I don't know what to do. Do we start crating all the dogs at night? Mike wants them to stay outside during the day. We can't put in a doggie door since the cats are all indoor cats, and trust me Minnie is way too smart for one of those automatic doors that locks when the dogs go through it. My dilema is I'm not that type of Mom. I want their life to be easy and comfortable. I love to have Pinto sleeping with me and cuddling all night, I don't want to banish her to a crate. If the girls were outside all day while I was at work I would be a basket case, I don't want that to be their existence. So I don't know what to do :( Plus, no one wants to have a house where the dogs pee on the carpet all the time. I mean we clean like crazy but it still makes things seems dirty. Sigh, anyways, I know in the grand scheme of life this isn't a big deal, but it's upsetting to me and it makes me question all that I've done. Thanks for listening :hug:

Sarah, I'm so sorry about your babies. Hopefully you can puzzle it out so that whoever is doing it can be helped. Have you thought of putting a video camera in the room at night?



Wow.... that's one long post ! Are you trying to outdo Blythe ?? :blush:
I can't hold a candle to Blythe. Hey wait, are you trying to say I'm long winded?

[MMouse6937]

And that's why Patti and I have Butch. He doesn't pee, doesnt bark.... just sleeps in the corner. He's a ceramic beagle... the perfect pet. :D
That doesn't really help given the fact that all mine aren't ceramic.

Sarah, I'm so sorry about your babies. Hopefully you can puzzle it out so that whoever is doing it can be helped. Have you thought of putting a video camera in the room at night?

We have done the "nanny cam" before and that's how we caught Scooter the first time years ago when she first had the UTI. I tell you though the last time I tried that they were so wise to it and no one peed on the nights we had the camera set up, I swear to you. I really think it's Pinto but I hate to generalize just because she's small. I mean Scooter has the infections, Nala is getting older, etc. There are all these reasons it could be any of them. I thought we would start by crating one and see if it solves it. I don't know, I'm just getting tired. And we'll be in Disney in Sept and I don't want our housesitter to have to deal with pee every night. Oh well, it will work itself out I assume. I just know we have to figure out something because none of them are going anywhere. I promised them a forever home no matter what, I just have to make sure it doesn't make me crazy in the beginning. I know too late right?

[pogo]

I can't hold a candle to Blythe. Hey wait, are you trying to say I'm long winded?


:zipped:


That doesn't really help given the fact that all mine aren't ceramic.

We have done the "nanny cam" before and that's how we caught Scooter the first time years ago when she first had the UTI. I tell you though the last time I tried that they were so wise to it and no one peed on the nights we had the camera set up, I swear to you. I really think it's Pinto but I hate to generalize just because she's small. I mean Scooter has the infections, Nala is getting older, etc. There are all these reasons it could be any of them. I thought we would start by crating one and see if it solves it. I don't know, I'm just getting tired. And we'll be in Disney in Sept and I don't want our housesitter to have to deal with pee every night. Oh well, it will work itself out I assume. I just know we have to figure out something because none of them are going anywhere. I promised them a forever home no matter what, I just have to make sure it doesn't make me crazy in the beginning. I know too late right?

Are you sure it isn't Mike ??? :D

[MMouse6937]

Are you sure it isn't Mike ??? :D

You're just full of them today aren't you? Don't you have a duck to sell or something? AHHH, that's why you don't have any other pets, too many ducks hanging around! :fresh:

[Dsnygirl]

Just an attempt at a joke.... you know Steroids.... DQ.... Tour de France. Must have been the Benedryl talking. I get really fuzzy taking that stuff.
Sorry... forgot about the steroids they gave you... must've been the late hour and not a lot of sleep! Are you still fuzzy??


Carter developed a lung infection rather quickly and ended up in the hospital by friday late night. He's doing well now and we've been home since last night.

Traci, I'm sorry to hear he got so sick... I hope he's had a better day today!


Everything is washed and folded and the cases are out. I will pack 'em up tomorrow.
3 sleeps baby!

Yeah!! :mickey:


My second interview with Mayo is today..I am crossing every finger and toe...if you've got any to spare....

:fingers: ... I hope it went well!!!


These kids see violence every day in the movies, tv and in their music and think it's normal. It is sad indeed.
That must be why our TV seems to have 3 channels... Disney, Animal Planet and ESPN. :blush: Wish we could just pay for the ones we watch....


Do you know how much you guys talk??

Now, that's quite a question for this group... :crazy:


I missed the NYC meet too. At the last minute our realtor called to say that we should come down first thing on Sunday morning to put a bid in for the house that we wanted. We were there for hours only to find out that the house was on deposit. Someone beat us to the punch I am so bummed that we didn't get the house and that we missed the meet. I am still waiting for our other house to sell in the mean time.

I'm so sorry to heat you guys missed out on the house.... that stinks. Trust me, my DH and I have been in that same situation many times, and we've always found a house we like better, even though we never think we will. So I bet you guys will, too -- good luck on the looking!!


Actually, Brian doesn't understand why I group each category (all of Harry's T-shirts in one pile, Euan's in another, Harry's shorts in another pile, Euan's in another....). He says, it's being put away anyways? Yeah, but isnt it easier sorting it on a very large bed, then simply moving mini-stacks of items into the appropriate spot? Doesn't everyone do this?????

Yup! Maybe it's an "engineer" thing... works so much better for us with the girls than just piling it all together.... I always thought it was just what you did....


For December I figure I better make sure I pack the good stuff. Afterall you guys are more likely to notice my shoes then say DH & Ds who are far more used to it.

Us? Notice shoes??? Not us, no way.... :rotfl:


My stress from yesterday is over. I was able to reach Midwest after a few hours of trying and they are refunding the entire amount we paid. After a bunch of shopping we were able to find airfare for only a little extra by extending the trip from Sunday to Monday. So now our trip is an extra day longer and Terrisue at MJ, who is filling in for Wendy, was able to get the "free dining" added to our extra day at Pop Century. Thank you so much for all the kind thoughts and wishes.

Jeff, that is awesome... what a terrific outcome!!


Mine is ok, just tired and stressed. Pogo, thanks for the hug, that sure helped! I know my problem is so minor but I don't know what to do about it. Someone furry keeps peeing on our carpet in the living room.
Sigh, anyways, I know in the grand scheme of life this isn't a big deal, but it's upsetting to me and it makes me question all that I've done. Thanks for listening.
Sarah, I can only imagine how frustrating that is -- I go nuts when I know for sure who's doing what! I hope you guys are able to figure it out... wish I had a magic answer for you!! (And you know we'll always listen....)


IWow.... that's one long post ! Are you trying to outdo Blythe ??

And just what was that supposed to mean? Do you not like my words of wisdom?? :funny:


I can't hold a candle to Blythe.

Hey wait, are you trying to say I'm long winded?
Why, thank you! (I love candles... :blush:)

Yes, I believe that was the intended meaning... as if anyone around here (except maybe Natalie) isn't... ;)

[pogo]

You're just full of them today aren't you? Don't you have a duck to sell or something? AHHH, that's why you don't have any other pets, too many ducks hanging around!


:funny:


Sorry... forgot about the steroids they gave you... must've been the late hour and not a lot of sleep! Are you still fuzzy??

And just what was that supposed to mean? Do you not like my words of wisdom?? :funny:


Why, thank you! (I love candles... :blush:)

Yes, I believe that was the intended meaning... as if anyone around here (except maybe Natalie) isn't...
Nope... not fuzzy anymore. Feeling my oats !

I love your long winded posts ! :D

Have you gotta work tonight ???? :confused:

[DisneyCouture]

I'm so sorry to heat you guys missed out on the house.... that stinks. Trust me, my DH and I have been in that same situation many times, and we've always found a house we like better, even though we never think we will. So I bet you guys will, too -- good luck on the looking!!


Thank you so much Blythe for the encouragement I need so much of it lately. What u said about how I think that there won't be another house is exactly what I have been thinking. ;) It is nice to know that someone else has gone through the same frustrating situation.

Is anyone doing anything fun this weekend? I will be going to a dozen open houses.

[Nascfan]

Thank you so much Blythe for the encouragement I need so much of it lately. What u said about how I think that there won't be another house is exactly what I have been thinking. ;) It is nice to know that someone else has gone through the same frustrating situation.

Is anyone doing anything fun this weekend? I will be going to a dozen open houses.

Do a graduation party and birthday dinner and gathering count?
Best of luck on the house hunting. It's been many many years since we did that, but I do know the feeling. The right one will come along.

[grego77]

Thanks for the kind words everyone. The encouragement really helps. :thumbsup:
I have a phone interview tomorrow for a part-time position, and I am still holding out hope for Korea...so we'll see! And if it doesn't work out for Korea, then I KNOW I will be coming back to WDW to see "y'all" in December (barring a job and an apartment), so it's a win-win situation...hehe...!!! :mickey:
In terms of the meet, we had a big group, and if there was a picture taken, I wasn't in it.
Traci, I hope Carter feels better soon!
Today I went to see my aunt and watched reality tv and ate a lot of good food lol. This morning, I met friends and saw Arctic Tale, a really good documentary/film, at the local movie theater in my town for free! The theatre offers free movies every Tues AM for families...great deal, eh? :)

[Dsnygirl]

I love your long winded posts ! :D

Have you gotta work tonight ???? :confused:
Yup! (Long winded, eh?? :blush:)

[disneydeb]

:hugs: Traci,
You have been through the wringer too then, haven't you? I seem to remember something about sending :pixie dust: your way when all that happened with your dd.
Everyone please keep my dd Laura in your prayers. She has never had to deal with much disappointment or rejection with academics.

As most of you know, I will be scarce for the next few weeks. The beginning of school is crazy for teachers, getting things organized etc...
If you have questions, that is good because that is what we have these friends for. and hugs.

God Bless you all!

Jenn have a great trip.
Pogo, quit scratching!:D
Ellen, :pixie dust: and prayers!just because!
Greg., there is a great job out there for you!
Blythe , you are a blessing to new moms and their babies, because that is your nature.
Rhonda, if you don't have that project done yet , you will soon and you will do a terrific job,because that is your nature.
Sarah, you area blessing to God's homeless animals!
Traci, your post today was a blessing to me.
Carol , you are a blessing to me, you know why!
Jym and Rachel, you have been blessed!
Everyone else~ :hugs: and see ya soon!

[ElenitaB]

My computer just ate my long post! :mad:

Well, just know that it was on the long side, lots of comments to everyone, lots of chatter, and I'm also under the influence of steroids and Benadryl today so there's no way I'm retyping it. Can you forgive me?

Hugs and pixie to all that need it! :fresh: to the rest of you! ;)

[tinkerbellybutton]

:hugs: Traci,
You have been through the wringer too then, haven't you? I seem to remember something about sending :pixie dust: your way when all that happened with your dd.
Oh goodness yes. We have been through the ringer and thrown back in the washer with this girl. :D Looking at her now, I know why, to make her the wonderful, beautiful soul she is.

:Traci, your post today was a blessing to me.


I'm so glad sweetie! :hug: Hailey also would like to send a big :hug: to Laura. She says never give up and eventually you'll get where you need to be. ;)

Hailey and I saw a saying that we liked in the admissions office at UMA and figured we'd share it with you.
"There's no elevator to success, you have to climb every step"
Anyway, I hope it gets better :pixie:
Can I use one question for 2 posts?

[tinkerbellybutton]

My computer just ate my long post! :mad:
EGADS! What flavor was it? ;)


Well, just know that it was on the long side, lots of comments to everyone, lots of chatter, and I'm also under the influence of steroids and Benadryl today so there's no way I'm retyping it. Can you forgive me?

Hugs and pixie to all that need it! :fresh: to the rest of you! ;) Long posts? That never happens around here. :blush:
I hope the benadryl and steroids help!

[pogo]

Yup! (Long winded, eh??
OMG..... that's the shortest post you've ever done ! How did it feel ??? :confused:

Pogo, quit scratching!
I'm trying Sis ! :D

My computer just ate my long post!

Well, just know that it was on the long side, lots of comments to everyone, lots of chatter, and I'm also under the influence of steroids and Benadryl today so there's no way I'm retyping it. Can you forgive me?
Did you get into poison ivy too ????? :confused:

Oh goodness yes. We have been through the ringer and thrown back in the washer with this girl. Looking at her now, I know why, to make her the wonderful, beautiful soul she is.


I'm so glad sweetie! Hailey also would like to send a big :hug: to Laura. She says never give up and eventually you'll get where you need to be.

Hailey and I saw a saying that we liked in the admissions office at UMA and figured we'd share it with you.
"There's no elevator to success, you have to climb every step"
Anyway, I hope it gets better :pixie:
Can I use one question for 2 posts?

Traci..... I'm so glad you joined our party..... you've been a breath of fresh air and have brought many smiles to my face. I can't wait to meet you and Bruce in December. :hug:
You don't have to worry about Hailey if she is as smart as I think she is. You are leading by example. :D

[grego77]

Traci..... I'm so glad you joined our party..... you've been a breath of fresh air and have brought many smiles to my face. I can't wait to meet you and Bruce in December. :hug:
Pogo, I could not agree more. Traci is such a wonderful person (I should know...I met her!). She made the New England Meet last month all the more AWESOME with her cool art she made for us! Could you ask for anything more??! :number1:

[tinkerbellybutton]

Traci..... I'm so glad you joined our party..... you've been a breath of fresh air and have brought many smiles to my face. I can't wait to meet you and Bruce in December. :hug:
You don't have to worry about Hailey if she is as smart as I think she is. You are leading by example. :D


Pogo, I could not agree more. Traci is such a wonderful person (I should know...I met her!). She made the New England Meet last month all the more AWESOME with her cool art she made for us! Could you ask for anything more??! :number1:

OK, didn't your Mommas ever tell you that you shouldn't make girls cry?
Thanks ever so much, you are all the best. I'm the lucky one to have stumbled into such a wonderful, caring group of friends.