Exchangers-Come here and chat with us

[mommytotwo]

Here is a place for us to just chat about this and that. It can be about the exchange that you had recieved, everyday life, what you are cooking for dinner.....just a way for all of us EXCHANGERS to get to know each other better. :thumbsup2

[Meriweather]

:wave: Patsy.
I was thinking about doing one of these on the CB, but knew it would get lost.
Here is a better place for it. ::yes::

So what are you up to today?

We went to see My Super-Ex Girlfriend. Very cute movie :)

[mommytotwo]

:wave: Patsy.
I was thinking about doing one of these on the CB, but knew it would get lost.
Here is a better place for it. ::yes::

So what are you up to today?

We went to see My Super-Ex Girlfriend. Very cute movie :)

Hi Nancy. My stepson is going home today, so we are doing this and that around the house and then will be picking up my husband soon from work.
Guess what I recieved today-my elf box. I will be posting my goodies right now. :thumbsup2

[Pooh67_68]

Hi Patsy, Nancy


Pasty won't be to long now and that little boy of yours will be here. Hope everything is going good.



Nancy, have you finally gotten settled since the company has left?

[Tigger113]

I just love exchanges..Don't you!
They are so fun!! :sunny:

What would you do if a person signed up to do two exchanges and they didn't pick up any of your pms or emails????

[VanniGirl]

Evening all - I sure do wish the rain would stop - It is not as bad as some parts of the country - but I miss the BBQ grill :teeth:

[snowwhitesmom]

Hi everyone! We saw the same movie today Nancy! It was cute - but no great piece of work - perfect for a rainy afternoon, though.
Patsy, I think of you every day and wonder if today will be the day!

[Meriweather]

Hi Nancy. My stepson is going home today, so we are doing this and that around the house and then will be picking up my husband soon from work.
Guess what I recieved today-my elf box. I will be posting my goodies right now. :thumbsup2

Glad to hear it arrived...now hopefully all those other MIA ones that were partying together will also.

Aww....when does your stepson get to come back?

[Meriweather]

Nancy, have you finally gotten settled since the company has left?

Pretty much. It was quite a job.
Now getting ready to help DD move to the other side of the state :(
Next weekend we load the truck. I will be kitty sitting while they drive over, get into the new place and unpack the bedroom so kitty won't be too scared.
Then I get to drive over with kitty :rolleyes: We did get tranqualizers ;)
Stay a couple days. I get to set up the kitchen things :hyper:
And take her shopping ;)

How is your mother doing, Heidi?

[Meriweather]

What would you do if a person signed up to do two exchanges and they didn't pick up any of your pms or emails????

How long has it been? When are the mail out dates?
Did you trying going through e-mail? Sometimes that works when PMs don't.

[Meriweather]

Evening all - I sure do wish the rain would stop - It is not as bad as some parts of the country - but I miss the BBQ grill :teeth:

Send it here where it is supposed to be!! ::yes::
I miss the rain.
I think the weather switched sides this summer.
We are having record breaking heat and we just aren't used to that here.

[Meriweather]

Hi everyone! We saw the same movie today Nancy! It was cute - but no great piece of work - perfect for a rainy afternoon, though.
Patsy, I think of you every day and wonder if today will be the day!

It was fun....I like mindless entertainment :rotfl:
I saw it in a theater with 4 men...and me. Interesting to hear the parts they laughed at ;)

We were going to go see Lady in the Water, but hadn't heard much good about it, so skipped it for now.
Anyone see it yet?

Guess you all can tell, I have nothing to do right now :teeth:

[VanniGirl]

Send it here where it is supposed to be!! ::yes::
I miss the rain.
I think the weather switched sides this summer.
We are having record breaking heat and we just aren't used to that here.

:sunny: yes, it seems to have. But we have had plenty of heat, it was almost 100 here last week :crazy:

[Tigger113]

How long has it been? When are the mail out dates?
Did you trying going through e-mail? Sometimes that works when PMs don't.


I sent the email out on the 18th! I emailed 2 days later and no response to either. PM me if you want their username. Maybe you know something about them I don't? They may be one of those people who sent their exchanges a week late (or at worst not at all).

[Tigger113]

Have you seen POTC2 yet?

It is by far my favorite movie this year. I still think the first one is the best though and I will go and see the 3rd opening day!

[Meriweather]

I liked the first best also, but did enjoy the second. I was there opening morning...first show. Couldn't do the midnight one :rolleyes:
I have seen it twice so far and will go again, I am sure.

I will PM you.

Leslie.....we almost hit 100 too....and that very rarely happens around here. And Aug. is our hottest month, so who knows what that will hold for us.
I am headed to eastern WA soon....and right now they are over 100....I don't do heat well anymore, so hope it cools off some before then.

[Pooh67_68]

Nancy, glad to hear you are settled after all that company.

Where is your daughter moving to? Good thing that you have tranquilizers for the kitty, pixie dust for that trip. :wizard:

Setting up her kitchen huh? right up your alley. :teeth:




Mom is doing good, she had her tattooing done for the radiation and she gets her first on 7/24. She will have treatments 5 days a week for 33 days.

Mom and Dawn are coming up tomorrow for Turkey with all the trimmings.

[Pooh67_68]

Nancy you could send that heat this way. Most would say no its been hot enough, but shorts, t-shirt and flip flops keeps you comfortable, and AC helps a lot.

Besides I'd take the heat over the cold and snow any day. I can't wait for our trip to get here, but can because that means we will have snow. :(

[sjh801]

Nancy you could send that heat this way. Most would say no its been hot enough, but shorts, t-shirt and flip flops keeps you comfortable, and AC helps a lot.

Besides I'd take the heat over the cold and snow any day. I can't wait for our trip to get here, but can because that means we will have snow. :(


I so totally agree, Heidi! I am such a summer person that I was chilly today when it was in the high 70s and low 80s. :sunny: By the way, I "waved" last weekend when we drove to and from the DIS Meet in Allentown. Wish that you could have made it.

Sandy

PS: Heading to basket land soon to sniff some baskets! ;)

[kimmikayb]

Hi Everyone. I'm fairly new to the exchanges, but I really enjoying putting a package together. I like to receive too :thumbsup2

I have four kids, five if you count my husband. A whole pack of dogs, a few cats, a few birds and a goldfish. We live in Iowa and I work in our family business. We like to travel, camp, read, craft and of course Disney.

This weekend has been a blur...finished up bible school last night, went car shopping today and a birthday party. Tomorrow is church and my DH's bday. I'm hoping he'll want to go see POTC2 for his bday, lol.

I have a question for those who have organized exchanges....I know you round up elves for people who don't send their exchange, but do you ever allow them to do a exchange again? Do they ever respond when they don't send? I think organizing an exchange take a lot of dedication and patience. Kudos to all of you who do it.

[mrsheppo]

I'm so sick of the heat here too. Over 100 again today and we had the most incredible thunderstorm last night. I have never seen so much lightning in all the years I've lived here.

My youngest DD is expecting a baby in October and she's really suffering in this heat. Summer can't be over soon enough for her.

My Dh was so good to me on our anniversary this past week and took me car shopping. He has known that I have had my eye on a Chrysler PT Cruiser for a long time. He took me to the dealership on Tuesday and I got to pick out the one I wanted. I got the most beautiful electric pearl blue one.

:goodvibes

[Tigger113]

Hi Everyone. I'm fairly new to the exchanges, but I really enjoying putting a package together. I like to receive too :thumbsup2

I have four kids, five if you count my husband. A whole pack of dogs, a few cats, a few birds and a goldfish. We live in Iowa and I work in our family business. We like to travel, camp, read, craft and of course Disney.

This weekend has been a blur...finished up bible school last night, went car shopping today and a birthday party. Tomorrow is church and my DH's bday. I'm hoping he'll want to go see POTC2 for his bday, lol.

I have a question for those who have organized exchanges....I know you round up elves for people who don't send their exchange, but do you ever allow them to do a exchange again? Do they ever respond when they don't send? I think organizing an exchange take a lot of dedication and patience. Kudos to all of you who do it.


POTC2 is a GREAT GREAT GREAT Movie!! What type of exchange do you want to host? I just did 2 exchanges so I can't tell you if they let them exchange again. I don't think I would but that is me and I am not sure on the rules for that. I have one person who is not responding so...... It does take a lot of patience but it is fun!

[Tigger113]

I'm so sick of the heat here too. Over 100 again today and we had the most incredible thunderstorm last night. I have never seen so much lightning in all the years I've lived here.

My youngest DD is expecting a baby in October and she's really suffering in this heat. Summer can't be over soon enough for her.

My Dh was so good to me on our anniversary this past week and took me car shopping. He has known that I have had my eye on a Chrysler PT Cruiser for a long time. He took me to the dealership on Tuesday and I got to pick out the one I wanted. I got the most beautiful electric pearl blue one.

:goodvibes

I live in GA and I HATE HATE the heat so much! I want snow!!!!
I am glad you had a good anniversary! :goodvibes :goodvibes

[mommytotwo]

Hi everyone! We saw the same movie today Nancy! It was cute - but no great piece of work - perfect for a rainy afternoon, though.
Patsy, I think of you every day and wonder if today will be the day!

Thank you. I actually thought that today might be the day. Yes, my due date is a month away, but I was having so much pain/contractions, I had even put my extra set of clothes in my bag for the hospital.
The baby seemed to have calmed down, but I guess I should be taking things easy from now.

[mommytotwo]

I just love exchanges..Don't you!
They are so fun!! :sunny:

What would you do if a person signed up to do two exchanges and they didn't pick up any of your pms or emails????



Unfortunatly, we do have situations like that and had to step in.
If something like that happens, then let us know and we can try to help you out and give you advice. :thumbsup2

[mommytotwo]

Glad to hear it arrived...now hopefully all those other MIA ones that were partying together will also.

Aww....when does your stepson get to come back?


He comes during the winter break and for the summer.
So he is looking forward to Christmas and to seeing his new brother when he returns. He loves babies.

[mommytotwo]

Nancy, glad to hear you are settled after all that company.

Where is your daughter moving to? Good thing that you have tranquilizers for the kitty, pixie dust for that trip. :wizard:

Setting up her kitchen huh? right up your alley. :teeth:




Mom is doing good, she had her tattooing done for the radiation and she gets her first on 7/24. She will have treatments 5 days a week for 33 days.

Mom and Dawn are coming up tomorrow for Turkey with all the trimmings.



Happy to hear that your mom is doing good Heidi. :wizard: :wizard: :wizard: hope she does as well throughout the entire treatment.

[mrsheppo]

Thank you. I actually thought that today might be the day. Yes, my due date is a month away, but I was having so much pain/contractions, I had even put my extra set of clothes in my bag for the hospital.
The baby seemed to have calmed down, but I guess I should be taking things easy from now.

I'm sure this next month can't go by fast enough for you. I never had to really endure a summer pregnancy, but seeing what my DD is going through, I can't imagine how much energy it drains from you.

I hope Brandon decides to make his appearance soon. Get all the rest you can. Is Shayla feeling better?

[PixieDust32]

Hi everybody. :)

[Meriweather]

Nancy, glad to hear you are settled after all that company.

Where is your daughter moving to? Good thing that you have tranquilizers for the kitty, pixie dust for that trip. :wizard:

Setting up her kitchen huh? right up your alley. :teeth:




Mom is doing good, she had her tattooing done for the radiation and she gets her first on 7/24. She will have treatments 5 days a week for 33 days.

Mom and Dawn are coming up tomorrow for Turkey with all the trimmings.

We're all invited to Heidi's for turkey :bounce: Yummy!!

DD is moving to Spokane, about 300 miles from here. She went to college a bit farther, so we are used to it. She has been back "on this side" for 2 years. She is looking at about 2 years over there. She will go back to school next summer for a year. Housing is less over there, so they thought they would move now. She likes it hot :sunny:
Yep...it will be fun organizing her kitchen. She hasn't even seen her new apartment yet, so we'll see what I have to work with.

Glad your mother is doing well so far, Heidi. I hope the radiation isn't too bad for her.

[Meriweather]

I have a question for those who have organized exchanges....I know you round up elves for people who don't send their exchange, but do you ever allow them to do a exchange again? Do they ever respond when they don't send? I think organizing an exchange take a lot of dedication and patience. Kudos to all of you who do it.

:wave:
We keep a list of nonsenders. I have had it going for several years now...and you all would be surprised at how many names are on it :(
Usually if they are nonsenders, we never hear from them again.
I have let a couple in, but they usually don't even realize theirs was never received.....a good reason to follow up on the things you send ::yes::
If I do probation....and I think I have only done 2, I have them send to me :teeth:

[mrsheppo]

Has anyone tried any of the new Yankee Candle scents? I was given one of the Gingerbread Maple and Biscotti tarts but haven't tried them out yet.

Hopefully these new scents will be available for the Fall YC exchange.

[Meriweather]

Thank you. I actually thought that today might be the day. Yes, my due date is a month away, but I was having so much pain/contractions, I had even put my extra set of clothes in my bag for the hospital.
The baby seemed to have calmed down, but I guess I should be taking things easy from now.


Ohhh...he is acting up. That little guy wants out!
Hope you can hold out a bit longer.
Hmmmm....Aug. 4 is a good day ;) That's my DS's birthday :bday:

[Tigger113]

Has anyone tried any of the new Yankee Candle scents? I was given one of the Gingerbread Maple and Biscotti tarts but haven't tried them out yet.

Hopefully these new scents will be available for the Fall YC exchange.


Gingerbread Maple smells good~ :thumbsup2

[Meriweather]

I'm so sick of the heat here too. Over 100 again today and we had the most incredible thunderstorm last night. I have never seen so much lightning in all the years I've lived here.

My youngest DD is expecting a baby in October and she's really suffering in this heat. Summer can't be over soon enough for her.

My Dh was so good to me on our anniversary this past week and took me car shopping. He has known that I have had my eye on a Chrysler PT Cruiser for a long time. He took me to the dealership on Tuesday and I got to pick out the one I wanted. I got the most beautiful electric pearl blue one.

:goodvibes

Ohhh....nice present ::yes::

I hope your DD gets through the heat fairly well.
It can be very uncomfortable when pregnant.

[Tigger113]

Does anyone know when there will be another pin exchange??
That is so much fun!



I want to see pictures when little Brandon arrives! I am sure he will be adorable and as sweet as his mom! :goodvibes
You can never be to sure of when they will arrive. I would hate to be rushed to the hospital without my extra clothes,etc.!

[Tigger113]

:wave:
We keep a list of nonsenders. I have had it going for several years now...and you all would be surprised at how many names are on it :(
Usually if they are nonsenders, we never hear from them again.
I have let a couple in, but they usually don't even realize theirs was never received.....a good reason to follow up on the things you send ::yes::
If I do probation....and I think I have only done 2, I have them send to me :teeth:


I need to get that list for future exchanges! :)

[mommytotwo]

I'm so sick of the heat here too. Over 100 again today and we had the most incredible thunderstorm last night. I have never seen so much lightning in all the years I've lived here.

My youngest DD is expecting a baby in October and she's really suffering in this heat. Summer can't be over soon enough for her.

My Dh was so good to me on our anniversary this past week and took me car shopping. He has known that I have had my eye on a Chrysler PT Cruiser for a long time. He took me to the dealership on Tuesday and I got to pick out the one I wanted. I got the most beautiful electric pearl blue one.

:goodvibes


Happy belated anniversary!!! Now that is a great present :thumbsup2 .

[Tigger113]

Unfortunatly, we do have situations like that and had to step in.
If something like that happens, then let us know and we can try to help you out and give you advice. :thumbsup2


Actually me and Meriweather have been discussing one I currently have. I know everything can't go perfectly even though I wish it could!

[mommytotwo]

Does anyone know when there will be another pin exchange??
That is so much fun!



I want to see pictures when little Brandon arrives! I am sure he will be adorable and as sweet as his mom! :goodvibes
You can never be to sure of when they will arrive. I would hate to be rushed to the hospital without my extra clothes,etc.!


Not sure when there will be another pin exchange, but there has been a few different hosts, so you could try looking back at pin exchanges, and ask them if they are planning on hosting it again.

[mommytotwo]

Has anyone tried any of the new Yankee Candle scents? I was given one of the Gingerbread Maple and Biscotti tarts but haven't tried them out yet.

Hopefully these new scents will be available for the Fall YC exchange.

A DISer had sent me the berry smoothie candy, and I have never heard of it before, so that could be one of the newer scents.
Hopefully I will be able to try more of the new line soon.

[mrsheppo]

A DISer had sent me the berry smoothie candy, and I have never heard of it before, so that could be one of the newer scents.
Hopefully I will be able to try more of the new line soon.


Ooo!! I didn't see that one in the catalog I got. That sounds like a great one.

[PixieDust32]

I live in GA and I HATE HATE the heat so much! I want snow!!!!
I am glad you had a good anniversary! :goodvibes :goodvibes


Hi, where in North Georgia are you? ( if you don't mind )
We had really bad thunderstorms today, it was scary.

[Tigger113]

Hi, where in North Georgia are you? ( if you don't mind )
We had really bad thunderstorms today, it was scary.


I live in Woodstock. You wouldn't believe the TRAFFIC! If you are driving between 4 and 7 be prepared to be delayed at least an hour depending on if there was a wreck or not. We had some big lightning bolts today! You could tell they were very close to the house. We needed the rain though.


In Hawaii you have rain all the time.I wish I was living in Hawaii! :)

[Meriweather]

I bought a jar of the Gingerbread Maple....it smells so good....but it is too hot for me to be burning candles right now.
I have been trying NOT to buy any because my stash is so huge, but when the local craft store comes out with a 40% off coupon, I have to go get a jar :rolleyes:

I won't be around until late tomorrow....going to the zoo with my best bud (from the girlfriends trip counter :) ). We are arriving before the zoo opens to make ADR calls for Jan :hyper:

[Nutsy]

We're burning candles... not hot here:teeth::cool: It's cold

[PixieDust32]

I live in Woodstock. You wouldn't believe the TRAFFIC! If you are driving between 4 and 7 be prepared to be delayed at least an hour depending on if there was a wreck or not. We had some big lightning bolts today! You could tell they were very close to the house. We needed the rain though.


In Hawaii you have rain all the time.I wish I was living in Hawaii! :)


OMG! No kidding, you are in the heart of traffic and wrecks. A couple weeks ago a huge lightning fried my computer and my big TV :(

[Meriweather]

We're burning candles... not hot here:teeth::cool: It's cold

Well, gee, I wonder why ? ;)
How cold does winter get there, Auriel?

[Tigger113]

OMG! No kidding, you are in the heart of traffic and wrecks. A couple weeks ago a huge lightning fried my computer and my big TV :(


That is horrible! When I see bad lightning I try to turn off the computers and unplug tvs, electronics.etc. but If I am not home than there is nothing I can do! :sunny:

[Nutsy]

Compared to what you get Nancy.. not cold.. but cold enough.. esp when you don't have air con or central heating or anything.

There is a little rain around at the moment, and some winds blowing off the snow down south, so it's been quite chilly come late afternoon/evening.

[Tigger113]

Compared to what you get Nancy.. not cold.. but cold enough.. esp when you don't have air con or central heating or anything.

There is a little rain around at the moment, and some winds blowing off the snow down south, so it's been quite chilly come late afternoon/evening.


Have you seen any big spiders lately? :teeth:

[PixieDust32]

That is horrible! When I see bad lightning I try to turn off the computers and unplug tvs, electronics.etc. but If I am not home than there is nothing I can do! :sunny:


Yup! We do the same, but we weren't home, my Mommy was a bit sick and we went to visit, I turned everything off but I didn't unplug them :(

[Nutsy]

That is horrible! When I see bad lightning I try to turn off the computers and unplug tvs, electronics.etc. but If I am not home than there is nothing I can do! :sunny:

That's the best thing you can do... we've gotten into the habit of unplugging everything at night when we go to bed. As for lightening frying the comptuer.. I've been there.. but the lightening was nowhere near us... it was way off... but it still managed to do the damage.

[Nutsy]

Have you seen any big spiders lately? :teeth:


Ummm no;) It's winter here right now.. so no spiders.. but come summer they will be out in force.. big creepy hairy things that really scare me.

[Meriweather]

Ick..spiders. We have too many here too....hazard of country living ;)

I'm off for the night...you gals have a nice visit :wave:

[Nutsy]

Nite Nancy.. have a good day tomorrow.. I'll be working.. *** it's Monday....:goodvibes

[mommytotwo]

Just finished eatting-yum.

Why are there these big planes flying over our house at 7:30 at night :confused3 . Usually there is only those small little planes that take people on tours to the volcano. :rolleyes:

[Tigger113]

I am signing off for the day!

[PixieDust32]

I am signing off for the day!


Take care. nite nite.

[Nutsy]

ok.. nite Tigger113

[Nutsy]

Just finished eatting-yum.

Why are there these big planes flying over our house at 7:30 at night :confused3 . Usually there is only those small little planes that take people on tours to the volcano. :rolleyes:


different route?

[mommytotwo]

different route?


:confused3 Not sure, but at least they stopped for the evening.
Good night everyone.

[kaylajr]

Well I just read the entire thread

this is a nice idea

[Nutsy]

Hi Kayla:wave:

What are you doing up so early?

[VanniGirl]

Morning everyone - looks like the :sunny: will appear for a while today!! I know we need the rain - but sheesh.

[kaylajr]

Hi Kayla:wave:

What are you doing up so early?
oops i missed you

i am almost always up early

i normally DIS around 2:30 in the AM

[kimmikayb]

Morning everyone! Have a good Sunday. I have to make a couple dishes for our potluck at church this morning or I'm not usually up this early.

It's nice getting to know everyone.

[Tigger113]

Good morning everyone!

[Meriweather]

Good morning....glad to see so many stopping by to chat :)
I am headed off to the zoo in a few minutes....looks like another :sunny: day...and going to be hot again.

[mommytotwo]

Have fun at the zoo Nancy.
kimmikayb-what are you making to take along with you?

[pennst8r]

Wow! I've got alot of reading to do!
DH is usually travelling all week, so it's easy for me to spend some time here after the boys are in bed. I'll get started on it tomorrow.

The sun's out here, too, Vannigirl! We've even got the windows open--I really hate AC, so I'm loving it!

I did see something on this page about spiders...you don't want to know what's in our garage most days! DH 10 will probably end up being an entomologist (only know this $10 word because I live with him! :goodvibes ) ....LOVES bugs! The catarpillars are cool, but the praying mantis that he keeps in a bug cage as a pet.....ugh! :eek: :crazy2:

[PixieDust32]

Hi, good morning.

Happy Sunday :)

[VanniGirl]

Afternoon all :) Well the sun did not hold out - cloudy now:(

I hope the rain holds back till I can cook dinner on the grill, having Pork Loin.

[mommytotwo]

I just found out that my friend had her baby girl this morning, so we might go and visit her. It's an hour drive to and an hour back, so hopefully my husband will decide to come along with us.

So, for all of you who visit friends and family at the hospital after giving birth, having an operation.....do you bring them something? If so what? I also bring a gift, flowers.... but have heard some interesting things before so just wondering what everyone here does.

Leslie, enjoy your pork loin. We grilled yesterday and this morning my fingers were swollen again. My husband thinks it is from the seasoning that I put on the steak :(.

[Tigger113]

I did see something on this page about spiders...you don't want to know what's in our garage most days! DH 10 will probably end up being an entomologist (only know this $10 word because I live with him! :goodvibes ) ....LOVES bugs! The catarpillars are cool, but the praying mantis that he keeps in a bug cage as a pet.....ugh! :eek: :crazy2:


UGHHH! I HATE Bugs sooooooooooooo much!! I am glad I have girls!
LOL!

[Tigger113]

I just found out that my friend had her baby girl this morning, so we might go and visit her. It's an hour drive to and an hour back, so hopefully my husband will decide to come along with us.

So, for all of you who visit friends and family at the hospital after giving birth, having an operation.....do you bring them something? If so what? I also bring a gift, flowers.... but have heard some interesting things before so just wondering what everyone here does.

Leslie, enjoy your pork loin. We grilled yesterday and this morning my fingers were swollen again. My husband thinks it is from the seasoning that I put on the steak :(.

Congrats to her!
I bring them baby gifts, a small cake, and flowers if they had a baby. After someone gets out of the hospital for anything. I usually bring them dinner a couple nights or order them a pizza and have it delivered to them.

I hope you feel better soon! :sunny:

[kimmikayb]

Have fun at the zoo Nancy.
kimmikayb-what are you making to take along with you?


I took a double batch potato casserole with corn flake topping....you know that one? Yum, it's always a hit. And I made three meatloafs because this year our church wasn't providing meat. I was worried about it, but it turned out fine...lots of great food. I love potlucks. The kids behaved well and sang beautifully. It's my DH's bday so he's taking a nap now because that's what he wanted to do. I'm going to clean house....bible school week keeps me away from my regular chores and then he and I are going out without kids to this great local restaurant....Johnny's Italian Steak House YUM!! Then we'll either catch a movie or play mini golf.

[Tigger113]

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I took a double batch potato casserole with corn flake topping....you know that one? Yum, it's always a hit. And I made three meatloafs because this year our church wasn't providing meat. I was worried about it, but it turned out fine...lots of great food. I love potlucks. The kids behaved well and sang beautifully. It's my DH's bday so he's taking a nap now because that's what he wanted to do. I'm going to clean house....bible school week keeps me away from my regular chores and then he and I are going out without kids to this great local restaurant....Johnny's Italian Steak House YUM!! Then we'll either catch a movie or play mini golf.


Happy birthday to him!

[PixieDust32]

Ohh I forgot to tell you guys that we have a new puppy. I know, one more trouble maker, but we cannot resist.
His name is bear, he is 5 weeks old and he is a pomarian (Spelling?) mix, he is so tiny and cute.
We got him from the same people we got the other 2, my DD Shawny's friend. They give it to Shawny for her birthday, but he wasn't born yet back then LOL!

I'll post a pic later.

[Tigger113]

I opend up an email from Minutemaid and it had this:

http://www.jjsnack.com/minutemaid/couponform.asp

Fill out the information below and we'll send you
coupons good towards your next purchase of any MINUTE MAID® Frozen Novelty product.

They are supposed to send you a coupon for a free product!

[snowwhitesmom]

We grilled yesterday and this morning my fingers were swollen again. My husband thinks it is from the seasoning that I put on the steak .

Patsy, I was preeclampsic with both pregnancies - NO SALT AT ALL - even the bottoms of my feet were swollen! It was really bad the last couple of weeks. Mrs. Dash has a salt free seasoning that's pretty good. Other than the swelling, how are you feeling?

[snowwhitesmom]

Nancy, how was the zoo?

[snowwhitesmom]

Kimmykab, can you tell me more about your potato casserole? It sounds great!

[snowwhitesmom]

And who has the new puppy? Roxy? Awwwwwwwwwwww
Thanks for the Minute Maid link, Tigger113! How is the pirates exchange coming along?

[Tigger113]

And who has the new puppy? Heidi? Awwwwwwwwwwww
Thanks for the Minute Maid link, Tigger113! How is the pirates exchange coming along?


I know there is at least 2 people sending out tomorrow. The person I told you about sent me an email saying they want to be in the exchange but never picked up their PM with their names yet. :rolleyes:


How is your Jam/Jelly exchange?

[Tigger113]

Kimmykab, can you tell me more about your potato casserole? It sounds great!


It does sound good. Can you post the recipe??

[kimmikayb]

Potato Casserole...very easy.

(1) 2 lb bag of hashbrowns (the chunks, not the shredded)
(1) 8 oz sour cream (get light if you want to cut down on calories/fat)
(1) Can Cream of chicken or mushroom soup, depending on your taste (ditto for the reduced fat)
(1) bag of shredded cheese, I use mild cheddar or cheddar jack depending on how I feel
(1) chopped onion

Mix this all together, throw in a Pam sprayed casserole dish. Sometimes I add garlic powder to it, all depends on who I'm kissing ;) Salt and pepper lightly. I also like to microwave the bag of hashbrowns first to thaw them out and even get them slightly hot. I think it cooks faster that way.

Crushed up a cup or so of cornflakes, pour a stick of melted butter on those and toss together. Sprinkle this on top of the potatoes. Bake at 375 for about 45 minutes, uncovered. This is a GREAT potluck dish. I never go home with any.

[kimmikayb]

Ohh I forgot to tell you guys that we have a new puppy. I know, one more trouble maker, but we cannot resist.
His name is bear, he is 5 weeks old and he is a pomarian (Spelling?) mix, he is so tiny and cute.
We got him from the same people we got the other 2, my DD Shawny's friend. They give it to Shawny for her birthday, but he wasn't born yet back then LOL!

I'll post a pic later.

Oh yes! Looking forward to those pictures. I can never resist a new puppy. Our new puppy is getting bigger every minute I look at him. So much for him staying small, lol. He's a rat terrier.

[PixieDust32]

I know I wish they could stay small but nop, they get bigger and bigger.

[PixieDust32]

OK, here the pix.

This is Bear, I was holding me.

http://img64.imageshack.us/img64/1728/bear1zl1.jpg

And here with his brothers.

http://img72.imageshack.us/img72/6718/bear2ns5.jpg


And here my DD Shawny and her friend holding them.

http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/2086/bear3lw3.jpg

[kimmikayb]

OK, here the pix.

This is Bear, I was holding me.

http://img64.imageshack.us/img64/1728/bear1zl1.jpg

And here with his brothers.

http://img72.imageshack.us/img72/6718/bear2ns5.jpg


And here my DD Shawny and her friend holding them.

http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/2086/bear3lw3.jpg


very, very cute puppies.

[PixieDust32]

Thank you.

The other 2 dogs we have, don't know what to do with him, they play and sniff on him, they all too cute.

[Pooh67_68]

Ohhh today's weather was perfect, if only it could be like this year round.


Just wanted to let you all know the Turkey was delicious. :teeth:

Thank you for the pixie dust for my mom. I hear that radiation drains some people, hope mom does ok.

[Pooh67_68]

Having girls doesn't always matter, my sister was big into bugs when she was little.


UGHHH! I HATE Bugs sooooooooooooo much!! I am glad I have girls!
LOL!

[Tigger113]

What do you all think of this baby name:
Kendall Rose. That is the name I think is adorable!

[Tigger113]

Ohhh today's weather was perfect, if only it could be like this year round.


Just wanted to let you all know the Turkey was delicious. :teeth:

Thank you for the pixie dust for my mom. I hear that radiation drains some people, hope mom does ok.


I will keep your mom in my prayers. I hope she does great with radiation. :grouphug:

[Tigger113]

Thank you.

The other 2 dogs we have, don't know what to do with him, they play and sniff on him, they all too cute.


They are ADORABLE! If I were you I just might have to dress them up in Build a Bear or American Girl Clothes! :goodvibes

[Pooh67_68]

Too cute. :goodvibes

OK, here the pix.

This is Bear, I was holding me.

http://img64.imageshack.us/img64/1728/bear1zl1.jpg

And here with his brothers.

http://img72.imageshack.us/img72/6718/bear2ns5.jpg


And here my DD Shawny and her friend holding them.

http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/2086/bear3lw3.jpg

[Pooh67_68]

kimmikayb

:bday: :cake: to your DH

[Tigger113]

Thank you.

The other 2 dogs we have, don't know what to do with him, they play and sniff on him, they all too cute.


You might need this:
$5.00 Off $25.00 at PetcareRX

shows up when your total reaches $25.00
http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-282560-10408943

[Pooh67_68]

Thank you


I will keep your mom in my prayers. I hope she does great with radiation. :grouphug:

[Tigger113]

What items do you all collect?
I like Pirates of the Caribbean stuff even though I only have a few items and pins! My DD Loves refillable mugs. I don't know where to find them without going to the parks.

[Tigger113]

Ok What are your favorite Movies?
Ok..... This one is a shocker.... Pirates of the Caribbean
I also like Underworld for some odd reason that I have not yet discovered.
And the Notebook which is a great movie!

[Pooh67_68]

Tigger if you go to my thread www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=942920
on page 38 the first post, you will see that she answered some questions that I put together. Feel free to answer the questions, it is so we can get to know you a little more.

[Pooh67_68]

I collect anything Disney.

I was getting my mugs off eBay, but people are starting to bid high on them, plus shipping. Most times they are going for more than what a new one would cost you at WDW.

What items do you all collect?
I like Pirates of the Caribbean stuff even though I only have a few items and pins! My DD Loves refillable mugs. I don't know where to find them without going to the parks.

[Pooh67_68]

Oh yea, for thoes asking about a pin exchange. julia & nicks mom said that she will be hosting another sometime in Sept.

[pennst8r]

Now I'm hungry for those potatoes! (I have made them, and they're awesome!) Guess what's on the menu here tomorrow?

[Meriweather]

Zoo was too hot!! :rolleyes: We just can't deal with the heat here....and too crowded.
We only stayed for a couple of hours.....and :eek: they had the ice cream stand closed!! What were they thinking.
But.....we both arrived early and got all out ADR done...except HDDR and SOA....which are not booking yet :mad:
Went to the local mall by the zoo for awhile only to fnd they have closed the Yankee candle store AND the Disney store!! :furious: No reason to go to that mall anymore.

Tigger113, glad your MIA person checked in....always so good when they communicate ::yes::

:bday: DH :cake:
Casserole sounds yummy!

Yep...stay away from that salt Patsy. Go with herbs and such for the flavoring.

I need to go get dinner started :wave:

[mommytotwo]

No ice cream at the zoo :confused3. And no Yankee Candle Store and Disney Store at the mall, what are you going to do Nancy. I guess it is online shopping for you as well.
I don't like herbs, so will have to go easy on the salt :p .

[snowwhitesmom]

Sounds like you had a dissapointing day, Nancy - sorry -

[Tigger113]

I think that they should still have the sticky thread on the top of the community board for exchanges. Would that be so bad?? It would get the exchanges more exposure.

[Tigger113]

You had to have some fun at the zoo........... :sunny: :cool1:

[Tigger113]

I know someone did a DVD Exchange recently but what do you think about a Your Favorite Disney DVD Exchange??

[Tigger113]

I got an email about this also.....

FREE Limited Edition Holly Hobbie Art Print

Code: HOLLY FRIENDS


http://hollyhobbie.promotionrewards.com/

[Meriweather]

No ice cream at the zoo :confused3. And no Yankee Candle Store and Disney Store at the mall, what are you going to do Nancy. I guess it is online shopping for you as well.
I don't like herbs, so will have to go easy on the salt :p .

You don't like herbs?? How about spices?? Maybe you are just trying the wrong ones :P

No online ....yet. That was the mall by the zoo, not my BIG good one ;)
They still have Yankee, Disney and Build-a-Bear :teeth:

I did have fun at the zoo.....just not as much as usual.
The animals were hot and not very active either. The poor birds in the raptor show were actually panting :(

[Nite0wl71]

:wave: Hi everyone

I just read this whole thread. It's nice to chat with everyone. :)

Just got home from the small mall by my house, no Disney Store or Yankee Candle store there either. :sad2: We go there often because it has some other stores we like and it is close.

I did shop for the sock exchange and the earring one though ;) I am having a hard time finding key chains of all things :confused3

Also got lots of school supplies for Stacey. Then we went to Target and seen all the lime green, I wanted to do that one but I have been so busy at work and planning trips.

[Tigger113]

I just posted a link with free shipping supplies so if you need any they deliver for free. I think that is great!

[mommytotwo]

You don't like herbs?? How about spices?? Maybe you are just trying the wrong ones :P

No online ....yet. That was the mall by the zoo, not my BIG good one ;)
They still have Yankee, Disney and Build-a-Bear :teeth:

I did have fun at the zoo.....just not as much as usual.
The animals were hot and not very active either. The poor birds in the raptor show were actually panting :(


Yes, no herbs here.
We do grow them and Kevin uses a few of them.

[snowwhitesmom]

Hi Carrie! :wave: Are you getting excited for POP? {Silly question, of course you are!}

[PixieDust32]

Ohhh today's weather was perfect, if only it could be like this year round.


Just wanted to let you all know the Turkey was delicious. :teeth:

Thank you for the pixie dust for my mom. I hear that radiation drains some people, hope mom does ok.


Lots of pixie dust and prayers for your Mom. :cloud9:

[mommytotwo]

So, I have been a piggy today and eatting alot.
How about everyone else? :rotfl:

[snowwhitesmom]

Heidi, I may be wrong, but it sounds like you are going through something with your Mom that I have been through with mine - sending good thoughts your way. Remember the first aid rule - you have to take care of yourself before you can take care of anyone else.

[kbmoo]

I just found this thread. Had fun reading it. Roxy your dog is adorable. I did my shopping yesterday for the sock/keychain exchange. Today, I actually stayed home and cleaned, and made homemade spagetti primavira. I just cleaned out my fridge, chopping up alot of veggies and putting them in some ragu. My dh and ds and our dog have been gone fishing for the last week and a half, staying at our camper in Door Co. Wisc with my parents. It was the first time I have been home alone for so long. Glad to have them home. It's our 30th wedding anniversary tomorrow. But we both work late all week. Then this weekend we have our niece's wedding. Oh well, we will celebrate next week.

[snowwhitesmom]

So, I have been a piggy today and eatting alot.
How about everyone else?

you have a reason to do that, Patsy - chow down!

[PixieDust32]

We ate a lot too. We cooked hamburgers for my DH and my Son and fish and shrimp for us, DH ate fish too. We grilled everything and sat outside, thank god no rain or thunderstorms for a change.

[mommytotwo]

Kathy, hope you have a Happy Anniversary tomorrow :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: .

I gained the most weight with this baby then with my others.

I hope the last of the Keep Me Cool Exchange, and the Locally Made Exchange finds its way over to its new owners soon.

[Nite0wl71]

Hi Carrie! :wave: Are you getting excited for POP? {Silly question, of course you are!}
I am getting very excited. The one in August is coming up fast. It will be Stacey, myself and my friend Bonnie. Also another friend of ours, her DH and her DD-11. The last three have never been there so it will be great.

[PixieDust32]

We went shopping too. We got groceries and I went to michael's to get some supplies for my swaps, they had lots of things on sale, and I probably go back ALONE! LOL! I cannot shop like I want with DH and the kids :)

We also got the rest of the stuff for the sock exchange and some school supplies.

[Meriweather]

So, I have been a piggy today and eatting alot.
How about everyone else? :rotfl:

:rotfl: Eat all you want while you can ;)
::yes:: Hope those missing exchanges show up soon.....like tomorrow!!

When you guys get back from POP let me know how you like it....never stayed there before but am with my friend in Jan.

Happy Anniversary, Kathy and DH.

My sock exchange is ready......not the rest though. Been so busy, I am slacking.
I will work on them all tomorrow. ;)

[Nite0wl71]

It will be my first time also. Bonnie has been there about 10 times. I'll let you know how it is :thumbsup2

[Tigger113]

I stayed at the pop one time and LOVED it!
You will too!

[kimmikayb]

I just found this thread. Had fun reading it. Roxy your dog is adorable. I did my shopping yesterday for the sock/keychain exchange. Today, I actually stayed home and cleaned, and made homemade spagetti primavira. I just cleaned out my fridge, chopping up alot of veggies and putting them in some ragu. My dh and ds and our dog have been gone fishing for the last week and a half, staying at our camper in Door Co. Wisc with my parents. It was the first time I have been home alone for so long. Glad to have them home. It's our 30th wedding anniversary tomorrow. But we both work late all week. Then this weekend we have our niece's wedding. Oh well, we will celebrate next week.


We just went to Door Co last month for the first time and LOVE, LOVED it! Which campground do you keep your camper at? There's another DISer who spend a lot of time up there. He gave lots of good advice. We're thinking of going back this fall without the kids.

I bet you're missing everyone but having that kind of break sounds nice too! Happy Anniversary!

[Pooh67_68]

Thank you


Lots of pixie dust and prayers for your Mom. :cloud9:

[Pooh67_68]

Ohhh newbies :) Always fun taking a newbie. ::yes::
My mom and a cousin are going with us in December and this will be their first time too. Can't wait. :banana:


The last three have never been there so it will be great.

[Pooh67_68]

Happy Anniversary Kathy and DH

[kbmoo]

We just went to Door Co last month for the first time and LOVE, LOVED it! Which campground do you keep your camper at? There's another DISer who spend a lot of time up there. He gave lots of good advice. We're thinking of going back this fall without the kids.

I bet you're missing everyone but having that kind of break sounds nice too! Happy Anniversary!

Thank you, Our camper is actually in Algoma, Wisc. just south of door co in the Big Lake campground. My dh keeps his fishing boat at the marina there. My parents usally come and stay for the month of July there. I was there for a week and half over the 4th. It is beautiful there. It works out great too, the guys go fishing and the woman go shopping. We playn alot of cards too. We are movie nuts too. We have 3 tv's in our camper. My ds plays his video games on one. I'm not much for roughing it. Hope everyone has a great day!

[Meriweather]

Good morning, exchangers!! :sunny:
Looks like another hot one is in store for today.
Anyone doing anything fun today?
I have to clean house and do laundry....that's what I get for playing all weekend :rolleyes:

[Tigger113]

Good Morning Nancy!

[Meriweather]

:wave:

[Pooh67_68]

Nancy

Supposed to get to a high of 80º here. Did my :laundy: yesterday, and some of the house cleaning.

[Tigger113]

We are supposed to get a high of 87! It is very humid~

[Meriweather]

supposed to be about 90 here :(
We don't do hot well. Most homes do not have AC here. (but we do ;) ).

[kbmoo]

morning everyone. It's suppose to be 87 and thunderstoms here today. But I work 9-8 so I won't be going outside. I did get to the post office before work and mailed my sock exchange.

[Pooh67_68]

No humidity here. :banana:

[Nite0wl71]

Good morning :sunny:

We were very hot about a week ago, then it cooled off for a few days to the upper 70's :goodvibes Now it is supposed to get hot and humid again with possible storms the next few days. :umbrella:

Today I am cleaning some, doing some laundry, going to the post office :rolleyes1 then I have to go to work at 3 pm.

[VanniGirl]

Mornign All!

Looks to be a nice day her - finally :sunny:

Just got back from the grocery store, now to the laundry & cleaning.

Have a great one!

[kimmikayb]

Thank you, Our camper is actually in Algoma, Wisc. just south of door co in the Big Lake campground. My dh keeps his fishing boat at the marina there. My parents usally come and stay for the month of July there. I was there for a week and half over the 4th. It is beautiful there. It works out great too, the guys go fishing and the woman go shopping. We playn alot of cards too. We are movie nuts too. We have 3 tv's in our camper. My ds plays his video games on one. I'm not much for roughing it. Hope everyone has a great day!

Sounds really nice! We stayed at Timberland Resort Campground in Sturgeon Bay but we wished we would have gone further north. I couldn't get over the beauty of everything and to think we've lived only 5 hours away. We were there the 2nd week of June and there were very few people there. But the lake water temp was only 59! The kids didn't care but I didn't get in! We never made it to Rock Island and I would like to go hiking there. I would love to talk my DH into tenting just one night but like you, we are into roughing it too much. We have 38' trailer we tow and have 2 tvs, dvd, garden tub, lol....all the luxeries. We loved the fish boils, but it scared my little kids. Is your campground public or all permanent sites?

[Fire14]

Hi everyone:
My name is Juli and I love doing exchanges but my work schedule and lack of funds get in my way A lot.
I Enjoy scrapbooking, BAB, B+BW and Love shopping at Yc store for others even though I hate candles. When I do an exchange I always feel like such a slacker.

Well Hope you all stay cool or warm today.

[babytrees]

Hi everyone:
My name is Juli and I love doing exchanges but my work schedule and lack of funds get in my way A lot.
I Enjoy scrapbooking, BAB, B+BW and Love shopping at Yc store for others even though I hate candles. When I do an exchange I always feel like such a slacker.

Well Hope you all stay cool or warm today.

the lack of funds thing does it to me also!! :rotfl:

Just wanted to say I :love: your ticker!!


I am Theresa and I have a family that all love the exchanges!!
Can't wait to get to know some of you better.

[Tigger113]

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Free shipping with $25 purchase
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[Tigger113]

Every once in a while I get emailed some free samples...I don't know why...

Free 3 oz Dove liquid hand wash from Startsampling
http://www.startsampling.com/sm/19721/captureAddress.iphtml?item=19721&source=raf&raf=421591470

[kbmoo]

Sounds really nice! We stayed at Timberland Resort Campground in Sturgeon Bay but we wished we would have gone further north. I couldn't get over the beauty of everything and to think we've lived only 5 hours away. We were there the 2nd week of June and there were very few people there. But the lake water temp was only 59! The kids didn't care but I didn't get in! We never made it to Rock Island and I would like to go hiking there. I would love to talk my DH into tenting just one night but like you, we are into roughing it too much. We have 38' trailer we tow and have 2 tvs, dvd, garden tub, lol....all the luxeries. We loved the fish boils, but it scared my little kids. Is your campground public or all permanent sites?
Where we stay is half permanat sites and half permanent. But the permanent ones are all filled up. He just keeps adding more every year. We love it there. Thanks to everyone for wishing me a happy Anniversary. Maybe I can talk my dh into going on a disney cruise this spring. I think 30 years deserves a trip. I'll even bring him with me! :rotfl:

[Nutsy]

So. what's new pussycats??? I've been at work all day and am now attempting to catch up on the happenings of the day. Just three more days and I can have 2 days off... shame it's not 5 days for the weekend and 2 days for the working week:teeth:

[Pooh67_68]

Nutsy, I think most works wished that. :teeth:

[Meriweather]

:rotfl: ::yes::

[mommytotwo]

Good morning everyone :sunny: .
Tomorrow is the last day to sign up for the jam/jelly exchange if anyone would like to join us.

Is anyone else experiencing weird situations when recieving responses to threads that they have subscribed to? I don't get it till a few hours later or in the morning my email box is packed with responses.

[Nite0wl71]

Patsy I don't subscribe to many thread but I have noticed that on the pm's. All those you sent me on the Trivia the notice came the next day :confused3

[mommytotwo]

Patsy I don't subscribe to many thread but I have noticed that on the pm's. All those you sent me on the Trivia the notice came the next day :confused3

:confused3 :confused3 :confused3 I know that I have to keep checking my pm box to see if I have any new pms.
Hopefully it isn't just us and that it will get fixed soon.

[pennst8r]

Has anyone seen any updates on MinnieM3? The last I read she had surgery, then was headed to WDW.

[mommytotwo]

Has anyone seen any updates on MinnieM3? The last I read she had surgery, then was headed to WDW.



:(, no but I hope she is okay and if she is at WDW that she is having a fun celebration.

[Meriweather]

I don't subscribe to any threads, but only get about 1 PM notification for every 20 or so PMs and then VERY late.

haven't heard anything about Beth...hopefully she is still enjoying her trip.

[Tigger113]

Got this from a friend and thought I'd Share:

http://promotion.kodak.com/simplypictures/crmregister.asp?&CID=KOSEMAIL&MSG=062706_ESONE6MP_SUB1&sid=0

[pennst8r]

Patsy--how did your appts go?

[Meriweather]

Quiet in here today.
How is everyone doing?

[mommytotwo]

Quiet in here today.
How is everyone doing?



Hi Nancy and everyone else.
I had a long day yesterday and am still tired, but have things that need to get done.
How is everyone else doing?
Is there any upcoming exchanges that you are waiting to participate in?
I am looking forward to the notecard/stationary exchange, and also to the Christmas stocking and present exchange.

[Meriweather]

Is anyone still interested in the stationery/office supply exchange??
I dropped it when the school supply started, but if there is enough interest, I will do one anyway.
Let me know.....I would like at least 5 to start it up.

I am looking forward to the Yankee Candle one :hyper: In fact looking at the website now.I have a coupon to use...if anyone wants the code....let me know.

[ladytemptra3]

Is anyone going to repeat the color exchanges or the alphabet exchanges? I like the ones that have a $5 maximum, since I'm a student with a limited budget. If you do the stationery/office supply exchange, what will be the min/max amount?

[UrsulasMyHero]

I have VERY Good news.... I sold a story to a Magazine and it has now been PUBLISHED. I just got my copy in the Mail! *dances*

[snowwhitesmom]

Congratulations, Dianna! How wonderful! Go Dianna, Go Dianna! :woohoo:

[snowwhitesmom]

Is anyone still interested in the stationery/office supply exchange??
I dropped it when the school supply started, but if there is enough interest, I will do one anyway.
Let me know.....I would like at least 5 to start it up.

I'm in! :Pinkbounc [Teacher aides always need this stuff!]

[mommytotwo]

I have VERY Good news.... I sold a story to a Magazine and it has now been PUBLISHED. I just got my copy in the Mail! *dances*


:cool1: Congratulations!!! :cheer2:

I think the stationary one will be at either $5.00 or $10.00 and I was told that it will start tomorrow, so be on the lookout for it.

[Tigger113]

I have VERY Good news.... I sold a story to a Magazine and it has now been PUBLISHED. I just got my copy in the Mail! *dances*

First off...
CONGRATS~

What magazine and when will it be published so I can keep my eye out for it!

[UrsulasMyHero]

First off...
CONGRATS~

What magazine and when will it be published so I can keep my eye out for it!

Thanks! And I don't think ANY of you would be reading this magazine. I write um.... Adult stories. *chuckles* I sold it to a very popular *ahem* Blue magazine. :blush: :rotfl: But if you want to buy a copy.. *giggles* I can't stop you!

[Meriweather]

Congrats, Dianna :bounce: Isn't it exciting ::yes:: Well, tell us the magazine :rotfl: I don't think we want to go flipping through them all to find you :blush: ;)
DH is published also ...and also not in anything we would read (well, maybe some would).

The stationery/office supply is going to be a $10 exchange....and I would recommend using a flat rate box...that stuff is HEAVY. I can't see having a $5 exchange when postage will most likey be at least the $8.10 of a flat rate.
It will go on tomorrow....there is enough interest....hope to see some of you join in.

[pennst8r]

Diana--Congrats! Hmmm...have to look at DHs stash of mags! :rotfl2:

Getting ready to go to the beach tomorrow! Last year the house had a computer, so I may still get my DIS fix!

:beach:

[Meriweather]

Have fun, Lynne. Hope it has a computer ::yes::

[kaylajr]

I have VERY Good news.... I sold a story to a Magazine and it has now been PUBLISHED. I just got my copy in the Mail! *dances*
Congratulations :banana:

[kbmoo]

I have VERY Good news.... I sold a story to a Magazine and it has now been PUBLISHED. I just got my copy in the Mail! *dances*
Congratulations- What is the name of the magazine? I am very happy for you. Morning all! I don't work til 3 today so I think I'm off to go shopping.

I thought you might be interested. We are going to my nieces wedding tomorrow and my sister in law (mother of the Bride) is making the bridesmaids dresses(5 of them). As of yesterday afternoon, she wasn't done with any of them. It should be an interesting day tomorrow. I update you later.

[bobbiwoz]

Got this from a friend and thought I'd Share:

http://promotion.kodak.com/simplypictures/crmregister.asp?&CID=KOSEMAIL&MSG=062706_ESONE6MP_SUB1&sid=0

Thanks for the link, I just signed up.
Bobbi :goodvibes

[PixieDust32]

Where is Heidi?

[jekajekalynn]

I FINALLY am able to do Dis exchanges again!! lol

The scary thing was though when I was looking for exchanges on the cb , I couldn't find any. :eek: I didn't know that we now had our own special board. :banana: :Pinkbounc :banana:

I'm really looking forward to the Halloween exchange. :thumbsup2

[Meriweather]

This poor thread has been neglected lately :(

So....any one have any special plans for the weekend?

[kbmoo]

Yep, I've been ignoring the dis board. I was at disney Aug 16-20, then at Jobbie camp last Thurs- this past Sunday. Then I went to the Minnesota state fair. Worked this week. I leave in the morning for the POP again with my brother. I am bringing a wheel chair to push him around because he has such bad lungs. We are staying til Tues morning and are planning to go to all the parks. Wish me luck taking him everywhere. Free dining again. I'm definately going to need to get back to weight watchers after the last 2 weeks. I have my DIS pin to bring with me that you made me. I'm excited!

[pilikia97]

This weekend DH and I have a choice between attending the State Fair (which we have never seen after living here in CO for just over 7 years- it is located two hours away from us, an easy drive but boring!) or visiting another town with a restaurant we have heard good things about...not sure which will win in the end.

On a side note, I really hope I get my job offer soon- they seem to be having issues getting a hold of my past work references :rolleyes: . I want a paycheck again so I can join the exchanges again! I was so bummed about having to force myself to not join the Disney only and the Christmas in July exchanges :guilty:

[mommytotwo]

This weekend DH and I have a choice between attending the State Fair (which we have never seen after living here in CO for just over 7 years- it is located two hours away from us, an easy drive but boring!) or visiting another town with a restaurant we have heard good things about...not sure which will win in the end.

On a side note, I really hope I get my job offer soon- they seem to be having issues getting a hold of my past work references :rolleyes: . I want a paycheck again so I can join the exchanges again! I was so bummed about having to force myself to not join the Disney only and the Christmas in July exchanges :guilty:


I would choose the State Fair, since it won't be around too long and then go to the restaurant another time.
Good luck with getting a job offer soon.
The Christmas present exchange and the Christmas stocking exchange will be starting in Nov., so hopefully by that time you will be able to join us. :)


Nancy, as for weekend plans, yes we are going to have my daughter's birthday party on Sunday, so that means I will be busy doing some last minute shopping, cleaning, cooking, baking....and hopefully we will be able to get some rest on Monday and just grill some burgers and sides.

[kbmoo]

Everybody have a great weekend. I have missed the exchanges. I'll have to get back to them starting next week.

[mommytotwo]

Everybody have a great weekend. I have missed the exchanges. I'll have to get back to them starting next week.


We miss having you also Kathy.

The Fall jam/jelly exchange will be starting during the middle of Sept. if anyone would like to join us for that.
My family really enjoys all the jams and jellies that we recieve through this exchange.

[Meriweather]

Wow...Kathy. It does sound like you have been busy ::yes::

I would pick the fair also. We went to ours last weekend. Always fun. The restaurant will be waiting.

Fun....birthday party time :bday: I miss doing the parties for my kids.

We aren't doing much this weekend. :(

[thewishfire]

The Christmas present exchange and the Christmas stocking exchange will be starting in Nov.

I can't wait for the present and stocking exchange. I'll be in the World when it's shopping time... what a great place to buy a gift for a DISer! :goodvibes

Hopefully I can get my name before I leave, though. Is it still starting up on Nov 1?

[MickeyMamma]

Hi guys! Figured I would stop in here while I had a minute to sit down.

My name is Alissa and I am a fairly new exchanger. We just did our 4th one and have been having alot of fun with it!

I have DS Andrew who is starting Kindergarten on Tuesday and DD Ellie who is almost 17 months old and into everything that her Big Brother does.

As for me, I am in the middle of opening a new business in 10 days and have been trying to get everything in order for that so I am ready for it.

And for weekend plans, well it looks like what is left of Hurricane Ernesto is coming to the area tomorrow and they are expecting flooding around here Ugh! Kind of messes up our weekend plans to go swimming and apple picking - I think the orchards will be too muddy to try to walk around them.

[Meriweather]

What kind of business are you opening??
Best wishes with Ernesto ::yes:: Hope it isn't too bad.

[MickeyMamma]

What kind of business are you opening??
Best wishes with Ernesto ::yes:: Hope it isn't too bad.

Thanks! I just feel bad because I wanted to take the kids to the pool with their friends one more time before the season ends and school starts.

The business is called GoodyPak and it is a Disney-centered business for kids. (Bet you can guess what my website is, LOL!) I have been having a GREAT time getting everything together for the opening and we are working on putting the finishing touched on the website. I guess with the rain, I will have some extra time to work on it this weekend.

[Meriweather]

Sounds like a very fun business ::yes::

[Meriweather]

Not a very chatty grooup here :p

Anyone going to WDW late Oct? Me!! :hyper: First time for MNSSHP and F&WF.

[mommytotwo]

Not a very chatty grooup here :p

Anyone going to WDW late Oct? Me!! :hyper: First time for MNSSHP and F&WF.


:rotfl: Are you lonely Nancy, I'll keep you company.
With having a toddler who likes to talk alot and who is having a wide imagination, and then a newborn who likes to keep me awake during the early morning hours-I was up for an hour and a half last night...I have been very tired.

I wish I was going to WDW. I had seen a Tokyo Disney Sea t.v. special a few days ago and it looks like alot of fun. But the price of the hotel room which didn't look anything special costed $800.00 :sad2: .

Hope everyone has a safe labor day weekend.

[PixieDust32]

I wish we could got to WDW too, but not right now. :(

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[kbmoo]

I'm back from Disney. Had a great time. Cann't wait to go back end of Sept. for the girls trip. I was shocked and saddend to hear about Steve Irvin. Hope everyone had a great week end. Back to school for the kids.

[mommytotwo]

Welcome back Kathy.
Remember, the Fall Jam/Jelly Exchange is coming up soon. So if you are interested in joining us, then keep your eyes open for jams/jellies made in your area.

[milkabum]

Aloha exchangers! I've been thinking about hosting my first exchange before Halloween and was looking for some tips and basic things I need to know. I also have some questions, these are pretty much all about your personal exchanges:
How many people do most exchanges have?
How long should sign-ups usually last?
When people sign up, what information must you know?
How long does it usually take to match up people once sign-ups are done?

[Meriweather]

Aloha exchangers! I've been thinking about hosting my first exchange before Halloween and was looking for some tips and basic things I need to know. I also have some questions, these are pretty much all about your personal exchanges:
How many people do most exchanges have?
How long should sign-ups usually last?
When people sign up, what information must you know?
How long does it usually take to match up people once sign-ups are done?

Anywhere from 3 people to LOTs...I think they most has been 250 (but that was the OE)
Sign-ups usually 7-10 days is enough...especially with this board.
You must know name, address and e-mail is helpful in case PM boxes are full or the DIS goes through some of the strange things it has in the past
Then depending on the exchange there might be some other things....if food, any allergies. If decorations or such....themes or colors
Match ups are usually done by random draw and only take as long as it takes for you to write down names and then draw them....mine usually go out within a few hours.
Hope that helps....any more questions, just ask.
have any idea about what kind of exchange you might be doing?

[mommytotwo]

So Emily, what type of exchange were you thinking of putting together?

[milkabum]

I love some of the ideas you guys have been posting! I was thinking a Halloween costume exchange, a princess exchange, or mickey exchange. if I come across any ideas I'll hope to post them here :) I was also thinking frames but I think it might have been done already.

[milkabum]

So once posting the amount needed to be spent, topic, send by date, then people will message me with their address, e-mail, and name (any extra info?). I then randomly pair them up with someone and once the sign ups are done, start the sent/recieved thread?

I want my first exchange to be as good as it can be, so any tips or things I'm missing is appreciated!

[Nite0wl71]

I posted this on the Chicago thread this morning, but I thought everyone here might like to know.

My son Eric and Amy's DH were in an accident outside of Springfield Missouri late last night. They are movers and drive an 18 foot truck. I guess they went off the road and the truck went down a 20 foot embankment and flipped a couple of times. Amy got a call around 1 am this morning.

Eric was sleeping and leaning over by Tim who was driving. He woke up when the windshield broke. His right leg went out the passenger window and was trapped under the truck because the truck landed on the passenger side.

I talked to a paramedic who was transporting Tim to the hospital which was almost an hour away and he said Eric was concious and alert and they were working on getting him out.

About 3 am the chaplain from the hospital called me to tell me Eric was at the hospital and going for tests and x-rays bet seemed fine except for his leg and lots of cuts.

Tim fractured some ribs and alot of pain in his back. He was released this morning but not Eric yet.

I talked to Eric this morning and it took almost 2 hours to get him out with the jaws of life then putting air bags under the cab. They flew him to the hospital in Springfield MO which took 18 minutes.

He is in alot of pain and have been giving him morphine since he was trapped. Right now I am waiting to talk to the Doctor.

It's 518 miles and 8 hours away.


Updated at 8 pm.

They must have had a Guardian Angel I am sure it was my mom :angel:

Eric is doing good, they cleaned him up and gave him some sweats, since they had to cut his pants off. I just talked to him and he is going to sleep for the night. They took him off the morphine and just giving him pills now. He also ate lunch and dinner.

Amy is fine, she has someone with her and they are getting everything ready for Tim, I called her about an hour ago and she is finally sleeping.

Tim was picked up by his sister and is on his way home DH and I are leaving about 1am to go get Eric, he is being released at noon tomorrow. I am going to get ready and get some sleep. We will drive carefully :thumbsup2

[Meriweather]

:hug: Carrie. Glad they are alright.
Stay safe on the trip to pick Eric up. Hope they both recover from their injuries very quickly.
Those phone calls are so scary ::yes::

[snowwhitesmom]

:grouphug:

[mommytotwo]

:grouphug: Hope they both have a quick recovery. How scary to recieve a phone call like that. Drive safely.

[Nite0wl71]

Thanks guys, I am going to go get some sleep now and will get home tomorrow night around 10 pm.

I forgot to mention that Eric's leg is not broke or anything, even the Doctors were surprised.

Also Eric told me he felt bad for Tim hurting his back because he is going to WDW in 2 weeks.

Good night everyone :wizard:

[MickeyMamma]

Thanks guys, I am going to go get some sleep now and will get home tomorrow night around 10 pm.

I forgot to mention that Eric's leg is not broke or anything, even the Doctors were surprised.

Also Eric told me he felt bad for Tim hurting his back because he is going to WDW in 2 weeks.

Good night everyone :wizard:

So glad to hear that they are both fairly okay. And it sounds like they still have their senses of humor.... going to WDW soon, kind of funny. But really happy that they are both okay.. :grouphug:

[kbmoo]

Carrie, I just saw your post. How scary. You were very lucky. I hope everyone continues to improve! :grouphug: Take care and safe driving.

[Nite0wl71]

I am home now. We got back about 10 last night. It took 20 hours round trip with 16 hours of just driving. Eric is sleeping now and he seemed to be ok on the trip home.

Talked to Amy and Tim seems to be doing well. Now they both just have to rest and heal.

Thank you to everyone :thumbsup2

[DISNEYFANRI]

I'm "back in the fold" - just signed up for the Blue/Black exchange - woohoo!!

[Meriweather]

Glad you got back, Carrie and the guys are doing well.

[mommytotwo]

Welcome back Paula.

Carrie, if you talk to Amy, can you let her know to look for her Halloween Exchange coming in the mail shortly. :)

Happy to hear that you all made it home safely.

[Nite0wl71]

Welcome back Paula.

Carrie, if you talk to Amy, can you let her know to look for her Halloween Exchange coming in the mail shortly. :)

Happy to hear that you all made it home safely.
I will Patsy, with everything going on she probably doesn't even remember :rotfl:

Now it is time to get back in vacation mode and start packing :thumbsup2

[Gymbomom]

Okay.....I have been thinking....ROFL!!! :rotfl2:

Oct 2nd is Halloween Candy Sign Ups......... :stir:
Sign ups last for at least a week....... so we will get our name on the 10th, mail by date the 17th......I might get my candy by the 20th. ROFL!!! :rotfl2:

I would love some Junior Mints....ASAP!!!! I can't stand walking by the candy aisle and seeing all the neat candies CALLING my name!!! I need someone to share it with!!! :goodvibes

So, I vote for starting sign-ups for this early!!!! :thumbsup2

What do you guys think!!!!
I need to eat my exchange BEFORE the Halloween candy comes flooding in!!! :blush:

[mommytotwo]

Good morning exchangers. :sunny:
Hope everyone is doing well.

[PixieDust32]

HI ya'll. :wave2:

[mommytotwo]

Hi Roxy.
What has everyone been up to?
Did anyone recieve anything neat recently from an exchange that they had participated in?
I am ready to host my Christmas exchanges, but they are not happening till the first of Nov. :(

[mommytotwo]

Here is a new way for us exchangers to hopefully get to know each other better and to get more action here on this thread.
Each day, I will post a question of the day, so hope you all join us.

Here is our first question-

Who is your most favorite Disney character?


***This can also be a reference so that you get to know what sort of things your exchange pal likes and dislikes.

[Gymbomom]

Here is a new way for us exchangers to hopefully get to know each other better and to get more action here on this thread.
Each day, I will post a question of the day, so hope you all join us.

Here is our first question-

Who is your most favorite Disney character?


***This can also be a reference so that you get to know what sort of things your exchange pal likes and dislikes.

My favorite Disney character is Ariel. I LOVE the Little Mermaid movie.

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[mommytotwo]

My favorite character is-
Winnie the Pooh

[snowwhitesmom]

Hi everyone!
believe it or not, my fav character is the Evil Queen from Snow White!

[mommytotwo]

Because of the time difference, I am going to post this now so that it will be up for everyone in the morning.


What is your most favorite type of sandwich?
Or if you were to put your own together, what would it consist of?

[snowwhitesmom]

chicken salad with cut up grapes mixed in on pita bread with romaine lettuce - specific enough? lol :rotfl2:

[Nite0wl71]

Ok I will answer 2 questions :teeth:

1) favorite character is Sorcerer Mickey :smickey:

2) sandwich is turkey, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato and lots of mayo on whole wheat breadhttp://bestsmileys.com/eating1/23.gif

[mommytotwo]

I like honey smoked ham on an onion bun with mayo., thinly sliced Japanese cucumbers, black pepper, and pepper jack cheese.

[PixieDust32]

I like all characters, but my favorite is Tinkerbell and Pooh.

[kbmoo]

I don't know if I have a favorite disney character, I like them all. Maybe Cinderella.

Favorite sandwich- Reuben or BLT

[Gymbomom]

I love ham and cheese!! http://bestsmileys.com/eating2/5.gif

[DISNEYFANRI]

1. Favorite Disney Character: anyone from Alice in Wonderland

2. Favorite sandwich: bacon/egg/cheese on a croissant.

[TheDisneyBunch]

Well I am sure late joining in but hope it is ok. :) I have not read the whole thread yet but see we are answering a couple questions. :thumbsup2

For me fave characters.. they change a lot..lol Right now I am loving Alice in Wonderland characters. :goodvibes

Sandwich?? hmm.. A sub from subway with pepperoni, turkey and bacon toasted with provolone cheese. YUMMY!!

[PixieDust32]

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[Nite0wl71]

Well I am sure late joining in but hope it is ok. :) I have not read the whole thread yet but see we are answering a couple questions. :thumbsup2

For me fave characters.. they change a lot..lol Right now I am loving Alice in Wonderland characters. :goodvibes

Sandwich?? hmm.. A sub from subway with pepperoni, turkey and bacon toasted with provolone cheese. YUMMY!!
Congratulations Amanda :wizard:

I have been out of the loop for awhile and last night I was thinking about you. When was he born?

[MickeyMamma]

Popping back in to say hello!

Favorite character: for me right now TINKERBELL!! I think my sweet DD looks just like a little Tink!

Favorite sandwich: Well, today it would be proscuitto (no sure how to spell) with fresh mozzarella and really ripe tomato slices! That or a nice crisp crabcake, maybe. Mmmmmmm.

[Gymbomom]

I hope it is okay for me to ask the question for Monday??? :)

What is your favorite Halloween candy?


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Mine ~~ is Junior Mints!! I never buy these during the year, only when they are in their cute boxes.

[kbmoo]

My Favorite Halloween Candy- Mini Reeses PeanUt Butter Cups. And The Peanut Butter Taffy In The Black And Orange Wrappers.

[pilikia97]

Definitely the plain ol' classic candy corn! (but I wouldn't turn down any twix minis) ;)

[mommytotwo]

Sure it is okay if someone else asks the QOTD.

My favorite Halloween candy is-Reese's peanut butter pumpkins.

[DISNEYFANRI]

The black and Orange M&M's for cookies!!!!!

[TheDisneyBunch]

Congratulations Amanda :wizard:

I have been out of the loop for awhile and last night I was thinking about you. When was he born?


Aww thanks so much. :goodvibes I had him on Aug 21st. :)


My fave halloween candy..hmm.. hmm... boy I do love candy but I will say my fave would be penut butter or Snickers pumpkins. :thumbsup2

[mommytotwo]

Since we are all exchangers....what one item do you like the best that you had recieved from an exchange?

[Gymbomom]

Yankee Candle for sure!!!

[TheDisneyBunch]

Wow, that would be a toss up between yankee candles, my build a bear and outfits or Disney pins..lol

Man, you said one huh? That is too hard for me. I really can't pick. I loved all those things sooooo much. Heck I like everything I get in the exchanges. :rotfl:

[mommytotwo]

Well, my most useful gift would be my letter and pen holder that I had gotten from the Christmas Present Exchange. I have it here on my computer desk and I am happy to have it. :thumbsup2

[Nite0wl71]

OK two questions again :)

1. fav Halloween candy would be Hershey Peppermint Pattie shaped like a bat.

2. Favorite item from an exchange is hard because I have gotten so many nice things :goodvibes

[ADisneygirl]

Since we are all exchangers....what one item do you like the best that you had recieved from an exchange?

I've loved many things I've received. What comes immediately to mind are these 2 beautiful white Christmas serving plates trimmed in silver that I got last year in a Christmas decorating exchange. :)

[jekajekalynn]

Since we are all exchangers....what one item do you like the best that you had recieved from an exchange?


That would be the Christmas Mickey antenna topper and the lime green pin with my dis nick on it, both of which I got from Meriweather. :goodvibes

[jekajekalynn]

For those who were wanting the Halloween candy exchange to start early (me :thumbsup2 ), the exchange has just started! :cool1:

[MickeyMamma]

Catching up.......

Favorite Candy - lately it has been plain hershey milk chocolate, although I am partial to apple flavored licorice - yummy!

Favorite Item from an Exchange - has to be the sandwich keeper (looks like bread shaped container for a sandwich) that we received in the School Supply Exchange. I know it's an odd choice, but we have used it almost everyday. Still new to the exchanges and having a great time!