DDA chapter 21

[my3princes]

Hey all! here is our new home.

DDA originally stood for Disney Design Addicts as most of the posters were addicted to making t-shirt designs. Those designers are still here and many many more people have joined our friendly community. We think that DDA still fits whether you be a Disney Design Addict, Dear Disney Addict, Disney Dream-aholics, Disney Dream Addicts or whatever other acronyms you'd like to throw in there.

Welcome to all the returning posters and welcome to any newcomers that might like to chat about design and all things Disney.

Copied from Deb because she worded it so well.

Original Thread part 1
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=992815

Original Thread part 2
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1717556

DDA Chapter 3
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1698660

DDA Chapter 4
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1716386

DDA Chapter 5
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1742793

DDA Chapter 6
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1773591

DDA Chapter 7
http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1806171

DDA Chapter 8
http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1834982

DDA Chapter 9
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1861225

DDA Chapter 10
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1891203

DDA Chapter 11
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1926687

DDA Chapter 12
http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1950261

DDA Chapter 13
http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1974990

DDA Chapter 14
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1993401

DDA Chapter 15
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2014764

DDA chapter 16
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2036111

DDA Chapter 17
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2055736

DDA Chapter 18
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2080131

DDA Chapter 19
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2106051

DDA Chapter 20
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2126452

[bear74]

I'm the first one here after Deb.:lmao:
Its pooring rain here right now.

[Tammi67]

Checking in.....

[my3princes]

The wind is picking up and it is very overcast around here. Thankfully we've managed to dry out all the lacrosse equipment and chairs etc and those are repacked for our 4 days of games this week. I need to put a few more things downstairs before I head off to work.

[babytrees]

the party was deemed and success and I had no idea 4 girls could eat that much bacon:lmao:

it was supposed to be overcast today....it's beautiful...but I still see a nap in my future:rotfl:

Josh came over for just a smidge last night...in that time I found out that the damage his parents did to their house last weekend was enough to send them to a hotel (which there aren't any really locally) and he doesn't have proper pants for graduation....:headache: this kid just doesn't seem to be able to catch a break.

[tmfranlk]

Poor kid. I hope things start working out better for him.

[PrincessLeighsDaddy]

:wave2:Checking in!

[tinker1bell]

Tia,,,I am sorry I missed your birthday. Sounds like you had a great day.

Bernadette,,your pictures were really fantastic.

[my3princes]

I'm off to work. Have a great evening.

[Blueeyes101817]

checking in here too!

[bear74]

the party was deemed and success and I had no idea 4 girls could eat that much bacon:lmao:

it was supposed to be overcast today....it's beautiful...but I still see a nap in my future:rotfl:

Josh came over for just a smidge last night...in that time I found out that the damage his parents did to their house last weekend was enough to send them to a hotel (which there aren't any really locally) and he doesn't have proper pants for graduation....:headache: this kid just doesn't seem to be able to catch a break.

I think I missed something. What happened to their house. Poor Josh:hug:

[tinknme]

Hello everyone!

Kristine glad you both made it safely. Looks like your 1st day is off to a good start, thanks for checking in!

Theresa glad last night was a success!

Hope everyone is enjoying their day :goodvibes

[Pooh67_68]

I made it. :)

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

Hello!

Princess did a good job at the recital! She SMILED and jumped around, which was more than we thought she might do! :rotfl2:

Kristine, that sundae looks yummy. :)

[babytrees]

Hello!

Princess did a good job at the recital! She SMILED and jumped around, which was more than we thought she might do! :rotfl2:

Kristine, that sundae looks yummy. :)

awwww...I love recitals when they are little.:goodvibes

[PNO4TE]

Thanks for leaving a forwarding address, Deb! :goodvibes

[PNO4TE]

We just got back from seeing "Star Trek" and it was AWE.SOME! I loved everything about it... casting, special effects, storyline. If you are/were a fan back in the day, I can't imagine you wouldn't like it!

[mommykds]

We just got home from a communion party & see we have a new home.:goodvibes

[my3princes]

I'm home from work. It kind of sucked, lot of Canadians and they did not tip well at all :sad2: oh well.

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

We just got back from seeing "Star Trek" and it was AWE.SOME! I loved everything about it... casting, special effects, storyline. If you are/were a fan back in the day, I can't imagine you wouldn't like it!

DS saw it last weekend with Uncle1 and they both liked it. Some of the references were too obscure for DS, but Uncle1 gave it rave reviews. :)

I have been pulling out "too small" clothes from DS's closet all day. And washing new clothes and putting them in the closet. Poor closet is seeing a lot of action! :rotfl2: I also mixed around the shirts he wears on weekends so he will grab some he hasn't worn lately. Always good to rotate the stock.

I have sectioned off his shirts for WDW. Haven't done the shorts yet because he can wear those up until I start packing. We found another pair of the little plaid shorts at Old Navy today (he was with me), then we exchanged the swim trunks and bought another pair of shorts at Gap. I think he is in good shape. We have been buying shirts for DH, too, so hopefully they are BOTH almost set!

[tmfranlk]

Good evening all. We are home at last. Ended up going to a folk festival with just about everyone. It was neat as the historic homes at the park were open during the festival. It was chilly though and I was wishing we'd brought jackets. We just now got home from dinner to celebrate Mother's Day, my birthday and Kristi's graduation. The pub we went to had amazingly good burgers, though Kristi's was even better than mine. Mine was a little overcooked and Kristi's was almost perfect, but I did have to admit that had I had her burger my stomach would not have been happy as I know that's a trigger.

Tomorrow I can (hopefully) sleep in a little and then it's time for graduation. After that, we're BBQing and just hanging out, followed by a sleepover, the zoo on Monday and who knows what else. For now though, I am beat. It is bedtime, I think. Or at least it will be after a little more cake. ;) Night all!

[MrsHeg]

Good Morning,

Today is my last day off before we leave Friday afternoon, so if you see me on here too much send me on my way.

There's house cleaning, laundry, and packing to do. I also need to make another shopping list. I really want to get a hair cut and color, and the grandchildren are coming over this afternoon, days off are way too short.

[tinknme]

Good morning :)

[Pooh67_68]

Morning.

[Pooh67_68]

I'm a purest, I hate when they do remakes and I have never seen any of the other shows but the original.


If you are/were a fan back in the day, I can't imagine you wouldn't like it!

[tmfranlk]

I'm a purest, I hate when they do remakes and I have never seen any of the other shows but the original.

Phil said that it was the best movie he ever hated. He is a total devotee of the original episodes. He likes the original movies too. However, he's avoided all of the Next Generations, etc. He thought that the movie was a great movie, and a really good action flick, but that it wasn't Star Trek. Or not his Star Trek anyway. The exact why's, I couldn't tell you, but I do know he was bothered even before he went by one of the main characters being in the Academy in this movie and it not fitting with the original. Definitely a purist speaking, I'll admit. (Now I haven't seen it so I have no opinion either way.)

ETA: All that said, he's the first person I've heard say they didn't like it. But then, I didn't think he would. Star Trek was like a religion to him when it first aired so anything coming close to that after 20 years of growing up, etc isn't going to happen, I don't think.

[tmfranlk]

Good morning, DDA! I am completely not happy being up already. But watcha gonna do? It's a very cool morning here this morning, not sure what the day has in store for graduation and our bbq, but hopefully it is decent weather.

Coffee's ready! Gotta go get it. (I may be up, but I'm still sleepy - and that is what I don't understand in the least. I have a good 2+ more hours that I could sleep, yet here I am awake.)

[my3princes]

http://www.criticallayouts.com/images/rsgallery/original/good-morning-all-mouse-ag1.gif

We're off to open my parent's pool

[Tammi67]

Good morning. :)

I give Angels and Demons :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 .

[Tammi67]

Thanks for checking in, Kristine.

Beaches & Cream................mmmmmmmmmmmm.

[Mommy2EmMoLu]

Good morning DDA!!!

Where, oh, where is Mr. Sun. I am so tired of these gray and dreary days.

Eric went camping and canoeing this weekend. I have no clue when he'll be home today. They are somewhere in Virginia.

The girls spent the night various places Friday night. I spent Friday evening reading and then the morning cleaning Mo & Lu's room. I got 2 of them back yesterday and Em back this morning. My cousin came over last night and hung out and chatted.

The girls and I are headed out to run a few errands. I need a new pair of cross trainers and we need coffee and dish washer soap. Not too exciting but at least we'll be out of the house for a bit.

Enjoy your Sunday, everyone!!!

[Tammi67]

YOUR MORNING FUNNY


HOW MEN AND WOMEN SHOWER DIFFERENTLY . . .

How To Shower Like a Woman
Take off clothing and place it in sectioned laundry hamper according to lights and darks. Walk to bathroom wearing long dressing gown. If you see husband along the way, cover up any exposed areas. Look at your womanly physique in the mirror - make mental note to do more sit-ups/leg-lifts, etc. Get in the shower. Use face cloth, arm cloth, leg cloth, long loofah, wide loofah and pumice stone. Wash your hair once with cucumber and sage shampoo with 43 added vitamins. Wash your hair again to make sure it's clean. Condition your hair with grapefruit mint conditioner. Wash your face with crushed apricot facial scrub for 10 minutes until red. Wash entire rest of body with ginger nut and jaffa cake body wash. Rinse conditioner off hair. Shave armpits and legs. Turn off shower. Squeegee off all wet surfaces in shower. Spray mold spots with Tilex. Get out of shower. Dry with towel the size of a small country. Wrap hair in super absorbent towel. Return to bedroom wearing long dressing gown and towel on head. If you see husband along the way, cover up any exposed areas.

How To Shower Like a Man
Take off clothes while sitting on the edge of the bed and leave them in a pile. Walk naked to the bathroom. If you see wife along the way, shake wiener at her making the 'woo-woo' sound. Look at your manly physique in the mirror. Admire the size of your wiener and scratch your butt. Get in the shower. Wash your face. Wash your armpits. Blow your nose in your hands and let the water rinse them off. Fart and laugh at how loud it sounds in the shower. Spend majority of time washing privates and surrounding area. Wash your butt, leaving those coarse butt hairs stuck on the soap. Wash your hair. Make a Shampoo Mohawk. Pee. Rinse off and get out of shower. Partially dry off. Fail to notice water on floor because curtain was hanging out of tub the whole time. Admire wiener size in mirror again. Leave shower curtain open, wet mat on floor, light and fan on. Return to bedroom with towel around waist. If you pass wife, pull off towel, shake wiener at her and make the 'woo-woo' sound again. Throw wet towel on bed.

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

Tammi - :rotfl2: I am not quite that bad (I have one shampoo, one facial foam, and regular soap), but obviously someone has been filming DH in the shower. :lmao:

[Blueeyes101817]

morning!!

[Pooh67_68]

OMG, thank goodness I wasn't drinking anything. :lmao:



but obviously someone has been filming DH in the shower. :lmao:

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

Sooo...

I am nearing completion of the laundry. DS has 32 pairs of shorts. :rolleyes1 There are 4 more pairs in a Nordstrom bag that I think I will take back to Nordstrom. They were expensive, and it now appears that we do not NEED 4 more pairs of shorts. They will be on clearance by the end of July so I can buy them then if I think he needs them.

I also ran across a shirt I bought at Ross for myself that I think I will return. And I have a shirt from DS that needs to go back to Marshall's because it was too small. Good thing Ross and Marshall's are next door to each other.

Speaking of Marshall's, we found some "Life Is Good" T-shirts for DH. One was marked down to $5! The others were $10 and $13. Very nice quality, great for WDW. :)

[tinker1bell]

I just want to know why when Hal blows his nose in the shower, the snot ends up on the shower wall!!! eeewwwwwww :lmao:

[mommykds]

[QUOTE=Tammi67;31859608]YOUR MORNING FUNNY


HOW MEN AND WOMEN SHOWER DIFFERENTLY . . .

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[PNO4TE]

I'm a purest, I hate when they do remakes and I have never seen any of the other shows but the original.

Kristin has watched only a few of the TV episodes before and still loved the movie. This is a prequel to everything, including the original TV stuff, so you would not have had to see anything at all to enjoy it.

Some of the things on the TV series came up (as precursors to the TV stuff since this all takes place before the time of the series) but you would not have to know what they were talking about to appreciate the humor or poignancy of it all.

Elizabeth - I am assuming the references to things that were on the TV series are what C "missed" but really didn't miss out on.

[PNO4TE]

Good morning. :)

I give Angels and Demons :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 .

Good! Because we are going to see it this afternoon. :goodvibes

I have a family who gives me Premiere Movie Packs for Christmas and End of the Year gifts and I hardly ever go to the movies (last one was the latest Indiana Jones flick and I went by myself and the one before that was HP). Anyway, my actor-daughter who hates movies really wanted to see Star Trek and Angels and Demons so I am striking while the iron is hot. We will go see HP and The Time Traveler's Wife this summer too. Then I think I will be out of tickets and we will have to pay for anything else we see. :rotfl:

[Pooh67_68]

So DVC people talk to me, do you add the DDP? we have added the quick service plan. Do you eat any meals in the room? we are thinking of breakfast in the room as we are not big breakfast eaters.

I know some of you order from either garden grocer or we go shop. I am thinking that is a good way for John to get his Pepsi fix, anything eles I might need?

[Disney Yooper]

This year should be my 30th but I haven't heard anything about it. I'm sure I wouldn't go.


This year is my 30th as well. :scared1: I haven't heard anything either.

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

So DVC people talk to me, do you add the DDP? we have added the quick service plan. Do you eat any meals in the room? we are thinking of breakfast in the room as we are not big breakfast eaters.

I know some of you order from either garden grocer or we go shop. I am thinking that is a good way for John to get his Pepsi fix, anything eles I might need?

We don't do DDP because it doesn't come out as a good value for us. We don't eat anything in the room, except snacks. Once in awhile we will get something at the CS place at AKL and carry it back for lunch. Or sometimes we'll have our TS leftovers. That's about it.

We have never ordered groceries before, so I am no help with that.

[MrsHeg]

So DVC people talk to me, do you add the DDP? we have added the quick service plan. Do you eat any meals in the room? we are thinking of breakfast in the room as we are not big breakfast eaters.

I know some of you order from either garden grocer or we go shop. I am thinking that is a good way for John to get his Pepsi fix, anything eles I might need?

We've added DDP in the past, and are going to try it without it this time around, we've purchased the TIW card. We've also ordered from Garden Grocer, as I would go in to Dr. Pepper withdrawal. We've used them twice and had great service both times, I also added a few toiletry items to the order so that I wouldn't have to pack them when we flew.

This trip we'll be doing a few meals in the room, we only have studio so it will be sandwiches and microwave stuff, we'll make a grocery run after we arrive. With the projected crowds our plans are to utilize the resort more than we normally would, I hope to do live updates on my trip report so you can see how we do if you want to read along.

Just to let everyone know, the dryer doesn't work if yo don't turn it on , :rotfl::rotfl::rotfl: I hope that's my last dumb*** move for today anyway!

[MrsHeg]

This year is my 30th as well. :scared1: I haven't heard anything either.

It's also my 30th this year, there is an event planned but I haven't committed to going, I'm on the fence about it.

[Pooh67_68]

Thank you Elizabeth and Debbie.

[my3princes]

So DVC people talk to me, do you add the DDP? we have added the quick service plan. Do you eat any meals in the room? we are thinking of breakfast in the room as we are not big breakfast eaters.

I know some of you order from either garden grocer or we go shop. I am thinking that is a good way for John to get his Pepsi fix, anything eles I might need?

We do Tables in Wonderland rather than the DDP. The DDP is just too much food. We also go for such a long period of time that we absolutely do some meals in the villa. I'm not big on eating out, so the tought of eating every meal out for 3 weeks is just too much for me.



Tammi the shower thing is funny. While the woman version is not even close to me, Chris said the Male version is pretty close to true :scared:

[Tammi67]

So DVC people talk to me, do you add the DDP? we have added the quick service plan. Do you eat any meals in the room? we are thinking of breakfast in the room as we are not big breakfast eaters.

I know some of you order from either garden grocer or we go shop. I am thinking that is a good way for John to get his Pepsi fix, anything eles I might need?
We do the DDP, because my kids are still "kids" and I can't beat the $10 a day for them. Once Nicholas turns 10, which will be Dec., we will use the TIW because it won't be worth $40 for him. Although he is a hefty eater, so I'll reevaluate that when the time comes.

The only thing we eat in the room is breakfast. Well, I should say "they" eat. I can't eat right away, just coffee for me. I buy milk, juice and cereal at the store in the resort. It's easier than ordering from a store for those three things that we need. With the DDP we are never hungry enough to need additional snacks/food/drinks in the room. We also throw some granola bars/poptarts/etc. in the suitcase on our way down.

[my3princes]

The pool is opened, now we just have to wait for the chemicals to kick in and the water to clear up. The kids are already dying to go in, but it is so cold around here. Colby, Nick and I went shopping this afternoon while Hunter and Chris worked on wood. I managed to put together outfits for the boy's concerts and Nick's usher functions. He went with a couple of black shirts to go with his gray pants. He also found a black and white pinstripe hat and ordered shoes to match. He's calling it is mafia look. Colby's outfit is similar as he wants to be like his big brother.

We also picked up groceries while we were out. Now Nick is mowing the lawn. I really need to get out my sewing machine to shorten Colby's pants as I won't have time other than tonight.

[my3princes]

I fear that our kitty may have a brain tumor. He is still having difficulty standing, one eye is watering and he has totally lost his hearing. Today I noticed that one side of his face is very swollen. On the bright side he has started eating better :confused3 I'll call the vet tomorrow to run everything by her.

[Pooh67_68]

Thank you Deb and Tammi.


We don't do a lot of TS so the TIW card is not an option that is why we like the CS plan, and if we decide to do a TS then we just pay OOP.

[Pooh67_68]

Deb poor kitty. :hug:

[Tammi67]

Well today wasn't as relaxing as I thought it was going to be. It was productive though. After church I went to the mall. I had to return a couple things that didn't fit the kids. I FINALLY found a pair of brown sandals (with a backstrap (stupid school rule)) for Alyssa that 1. actually fit and 2. she likes. I have been searching for over a month. I also got myself 5 new tops and 3 pair of shorts. $150 later, but all is good because I RARELY buy anything for myself, mainly because I can't find anything that fits right or that I like. I've started to shop in the juniors section and seem to be having better luck. Misses clothes seem too frumpy for me.

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

Deb poor kitty. :hug:

Deb, good luck with the cat! :wizard:

Tammi - Yay for shopping!! :banana:

[my3princes]

Well today wasn't as relaxing as I thought it was going to be. It was productive though. After church I went to the mall. I had to return a couple things that didn't fit the kids. I FINALLY found a pair of brown sandals (with a backstrap (stupid school rule)) for Alyssa that 1. actually fit and 2. she likes. I have been searching for over a month. I also got myself 5 new tops and 3 pair of shorts. $150 later, but all is good because I RARELY buy anything for myself, mainly because I can't find anything that fits right or that I like. I've started to shop in the juniors section and seem to be having better luck. Misses clothes seem too frumpy for me.

I agree, especially this season. I'm shopping juniors or athletic :thumbsup2

[Disney Yooper]

We stayed overnight with Chuck's mom Friday night. I put a filing system together for her. It was totally disorganized. We were supposed to come home after dinner last night. Instead we took her to the emergency room at dinner time. She couldn't put any weight on her left foot. She was diagnosed with cellulitis (infection of the tissue or something like that) and gout in her foot. She is totally bruised on her ENTIRE right side from the catheter when she had her pacemaker installed. I mean ENTIRE. I sure hope that she turns a corner soon. We came home this morning. We got here a little after noon. I'm going to get up at 4am and head to Lansing. I'll be there by noon.

[yellowfish78]

Hi everyone! :wave2: Back home safe and sound to no dishes in the sink and all the laundry done! (Don't I have a great husband??) :teeth: I'll post pics as soon as I can get them uploaded.

[tinker1bell]

Deb,,,hope the kitty gets better.

Vicki,,,hugs to you

[my3princes]

We stayed overnight with Chuck's mom Friday night. I put a filing system together for her. It was totally disorganized. We were supposed to come home after dinner last night. Instead we took her to the emergency room at dinner time. She couldn't put any weight on her left foot. She was diagnosed with cellulitis (infection of the tissue or something like that) and gout in her foot. She is totally bruised on her ENTIRE right side from the catheter when she had her pacemaker installed. I mean ENTIRE. I sure hope that she turns a corner soon. We came home this morning. We got here a little after noon. I'm going to get up at 4am and head to Lansing. I'll be there by noon.

:wizard::wizard:I hope your MIL gets better soon.

:wizard::wizard:Safe travels tomorrow

Hi everyone! :wave2: Back home safe and sound to no dishes in the sink and all the laundry done! (Don't I have a great husband??) :teeth: I'll post pics as soon as I can get them uploaded.

I'm glad that you are home safe and sound. Can't wait to see your pictures and hear about your trip.

[yellowfish78]

View from our room (we stayed at Paradise Pier Hotel, standard view - upgrated to theme park view, 12th floor) from left to right:
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On the left is the Grand Californian Hotel (with villas!), then Haunted Mansion and finally a view of the Paradise Pier section of California Adventure.

it's a small world:
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with some additions:
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Train station/park entrance to Disneyland:
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Celebrate Today theme around the park:
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Toy Story Midway Mania:
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Mom and Aunt:
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[Tammi67]

Deb - :wizard: for kitty.

Vicki - :wizard: for MIL. Get some well-deserved rest and drive safely tomorrow.

Chanon - You do have a great DH! Welcome home. Can't wait to hear/see about the trip.

[tinker1bell]

Well, this weekend was strange and sad.

The one lady that I work with is just the sweetest person you would ever want to meet. She has worked here for over twenty years. She has seen a lot of changes in the child care system. She and I work well together. We can pick each other's brains and sometimes come up with the same idea at the same time. It is a pleasure to know she is there. Our office is very small but we get along just great and have it fixed up the way we like except for the walls. Just cannot do anything with grey bricks.

She gave birth to three sons. A set of twins. The one twin passed away eight years ago from an Asthma attack. Stephanie said she did not come to work for over two weeks. Would not answer her phone, did not get out of bed, she literally shut herself down. The other twin has diabetes and last year had a kidney transplant. He also needed a pancreas transplant. Unfortunately this weekend, he lost the fight. He apparently passed out and when they found him, they tried to revive him, got him in the ambulance, but he died and they did bring him back. At the hospital, they took him into surgery and determined he did not have a heart attack, but he was brain dead. Because of all of the surgeries and testing he needed, he was living here while having all of the surgery, but his wife and kids are in Florida. He had just gotten back from visiting his family in Florida. His wife managed to get up here yesterday morning and not much later he did finally lose the fight. Stephanie and another co-worker were there Friday night and yesterday before he passed on. I cannot imagine the sadness for all this week because all of us love A***** and knew her son and were all cheering for his success.

Friday night Hal and I went to a local baseball game. Quad A or triple AAA something like that. Lancaster Barnstormers. Stephanie came about an hour into the game and filled me in on what was happening. The game ended up with our team winning and then we saw some fireworks. Yeah--five minutes worth but it was a small fix. :lmao:

I figured I would go the hospital Saturday, but after sitting in those hard stadium seats, I could not move much yesterday. So, I thought I would go to visit A today but my youngest son came over and I thought, I needed to see him, talk with him, get lots of hugs and I managed to feed him supper!!!!

Yes Stephanie,,, don't fall off of your chair. We sat at the dining room table and had supper together. :love:

So our mission this week is to make sure we visit A and her family and make sure she eats and gets out of bed. This will be a very hard next two or three weeks. :sad2:

[PNO4TE]

I am still following that thread about online ADRs on the dining board:

I just called Disney Dining and asked if there was any official word on reservations online and was told by the CM that it wasofficially opening tomorrow for the general public AND that it would open at 6am--not the 7am time when they open on the phone. He was very open with the information and sounded very knowledgable on the topic. So good luck to all--I will see you with the feedback in the morning! (MY day 90 is tomorrow)
Also, I had previously read that certain dining experiences would still need to be made via phone (HDDR, etc) but he told me when it goes live, that the only thing I wont be able to book is V&A. Good luck everyone! Heres to free dining!

[PNO4TE]

don't know why there was a double post...

[my3princes]

Well, this weekend was strange and sad.

The one lady that I work with is just the sweetest person you would ever want to meet. She has worked here for over twenty years. She has seen a lot of changes in the child care system. She and I work well together. We can pick each other's brains and sometimes come up with the same idea at the same time. It is a pleasure to know she is there. Our office is very small but we get along just great and have it fixed up the way we like except for the walls. Just cannot do anything with grey bricks.

She gave birth to three sons. A set of twins. The one twin passed away eight years ago from an Asthma attack. Stephanie said she did not come to work for over two weeks. Would not answer her phone, did not get out of bed, she literally shut herself down. The other twin has diabetes and last year had a kidney transplant. He also needed a pancreas transplant. Unfortunately this weekend, he lost the fight. He apparently passed out and when they found him, they tried to revive him, got him in the ambulance, but he died and they did bring him back. At the hospital, they took him into surgery and determined he did not have a heart attack, but he was brain dead. Because of all of the surgeries and testing he needed, he was living here while having all of the surgery, but his wife and kids are in Florida. He had just gotten back from visiting his family in Florida. His wife managed to get up here yesterday morning and not much later he did finally lose the fight. Stephanie and another co-worker were there Friday night and yesterday before he passed on. I cannot imagine the sadness for all this week because all of us love A***** and knew her son and were all cheering for his success.

Friday night Hal and I went to a local baseball game. Quad A or triple AAA something like that. Lancaster Barnstormers. Stephanie came about an hour into the game and filled me in on what was happening. The game ended up with our team winning and then we saw some fireworks. Yeah--five minutes worth but it was a small fix. :lmao:

I figured I would go the hospital Saturday, but after sitting in those hard stadium seats, I could not move much yesterday. So, I thought I would go to visit A today but my youngest son came over and I thought, I needed to see him, talk with him, get lots of hugs and I managed to feed him supper!!!!

Yes Stephanie,,, don't fall off of your chair. We sat at the dining room table and had supper together. :love:

So our mission this week is to make sure we visit A and her family and make sure she eats and gets out of bed. This will be a very hard next two or three weeks. :sad2:

:hug:How tragic for A and her family. I hope that you can be part of her support system and that she can come to terms with this without shutting down. My God be there for all of you

[my3princes]

Colby's pants are shortened. Both of the boys have given Daddy a little fashion show. They are both thrilled with the outfits they created :goodvibes Hunter saw Colby's outfit and told him he looked awesome:goodvibes:goodvibes

I need to head to bed soon. Didn't sleep well last night and I need to be up at 4 PM. I see no naps in my future this week.

[Tammi67]

Terry - what a horrible ordeal. Lots of :wizard: for the family.

[Tammi67]

Elin - did you enjoy the movie?

[lovesdumbo]

Bernadette - I'm glad you enjoyed the Kim Possible adventure. We saw an Disney Channel thing about it the other day and Terra is hoping it will still be there in Feb.

I would think it would still be there-it must have been expensive to set it all up.

Bernadette you captured some lovely photos! My favorite are the castle shots during fireworks, beautiful. Thank you for sharing!Thanks! I thought those were pretty cool-I never would thought of it on my own but it was the only place I could find for Joe to sit.


Bernadette Jo looks so cute in all the outfits you made him. I really liked your photos. The fireworks with Walt and Mickey are so creative. Kudos to you. I also liked the one from One Man's Dream of Joe, Walt in a doorway and the shadow of Mickey.Thanks! Joe says One Man's Dream is his #2 attraction in all of WDW only behind Carousel of Progress. I had to back the next day and take photos of him in his Mickey shirt too.

yes I also want to know what you thought of it.I know I already posted but just to restate.....the kids really enjoy it and I think the adults are surprised enough by the technology to enjoy it too. Joe only wanted to do 2 countries on our 2nd day at Epcot-I could have done more.

We ate at Beaches and Cream and of course Bill had to have his "No Way Jose.

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m19/kristineNaj/day1001.jpg
YUM!!!

the party was deemed and success and I had no idea 4 girls could eat that much bacon:lmao:

it was supposed to be overcast today....it's beautiful...but I still see a nap in my future:rotfl:

Josh came over for just a smidge last night...in that time I found out that the damage his parents did to their house last weekend was enough to send them to a hotel (which there aren't any really locally) and he doesn't have proper pants for graduation....:headache: this kid just doesn't seem to be able to catch a break.Glad the girls had a great time.

Poor Josh. Sounds like he'll be better off on his own.:sad2:

Bernadette,,your pictures were really fantastic.Thanks!

I'm home from work. It kind of sucked, lot of Canadians and they did not tip well at all :sad2: oh well.:confused3I always tip well in Canada?????

Sooo...

I am nearing completion of the laundry. DS has 32 pairs of shorts. :rolleyes1 There are 4 more pairs in a Nordstrom bag that I think I will take back to Nordstrom. They were expensive, and it now appears that we do not NEED 4 more pairs of shorts. They will be on clearance by the end of July so I can buy them then if I think he needs them.

I also ran across a shirt I bought at Ross for myself that I think I will return. And I have a shirt from DS that needs to go back to Marshall's because it was too small. Good thing Ross and Marshall's are next door to each other.

Speaking of Marshall's, we found some "Life Is Good" T-shirts for DH. One was marked down to $5! The others were $10 and $13. Very nice quality, great for WDW. :)
32 pairs????? I thought I had gone overboard with 8 pairs for Joe.


I fear that our kitty may have a brain tumor. He is still having difficulty standing, one eye is watering and he has totally lost his hearing. Today I noticed that one side of his face is very swollen. On the bright side he has started eating better :confused3 I'll call the vet tomorrow to run everything by her.
Poor kitty!

Well today wasn't as relaxing as I thought it was going to be. It was productive though. After church I went to the mall. I had to return a couple things that didn't fit the kids. I FINALLY found a pair of brown sandals (with a backstrap (stupid school rule)) for Alyssa that 1. actually fit and 2. she likes. I have been searching for over a month. I also got myself 5 new tops and 3 pair of shorts. $150 later, but all is good because I RARELY buy anything for myself, mainly because I can't find anything that fits right or that I like. I've started to shop in the juniors section and seem to be having better luck. Misses clothes seem too frumpy for me.
Congrats on shopping success!

We stayed overnight with Chuck's mom Friday night. I put a filing system together for her. It was totally disorganized. We were supposed to come home after dinner last night. Instead we took her to the emergency room at dinner time. She couldn't put any weight on her left foot. She was diagnosed with cellulitis (infection of the tissue or something like that) and gout in her foot. She is totally bruised on her ENTIRE right side from the catheter when she had her pacemaker installed. I mean ENTIRE. I sure hope that she turns a corner soon. We came home this morning. We got here a little after noon. I'm going to get up at 4am and head to Lansing. I'll be there by noon.Sorry to hear she's still having problems. :wizard:

Hi everyone! :wave2: Back home safe and sound to no dishes in the sink and all the laundry done! (Don't I have a great husband??) :teeth: I'll post pics as soon as I can get them uploaded.Welcome home! LOVED your photos!

Well, this weekend was strange and sad.

The one lady that I work with is just the sweetest person you would ever want to meet. She has worked here for over twenty years. She has seen a lot of changes in the child care system. She and I work well together. We can pick each other's brains and sometimes come up with the same idea at the same time. It is a pleasure to know she is there. Our office is very small but we get along just great and have it fixed up the way we like except for the walls. Just cannot do anything with grey bricks.

She gave birth to three sons. A set of twins. The one twin passed away eight years ago from an Asthma attack. Stephanie said she did not come to work for over two weeks. Would not answer her phone, did not get out of bed, she literally shut herself down. The other twin has diabetes and last year had a kidney transplant. He also needed a pancreas transplant. Unfortunately this weekend, he lost the fight. He apparently passed out and when they found him, they tried to revive him, got him in the ambulance, but he died and they did bring him back. At the hospital, they took him into surgery and determined he did not have a heart attack, but he was brain dead. Because of all of the surgeries and testing he needed, he was living here while having all of the surgery, but his wife and kids are in Florida. He had just gotten back from visiting his family in Florida. His wife managed to get up here yesterday morning and not much later he did finally lose the fight. Stephanie and another co-worker were there Friday night and yesterday before he passed on. I cannot imagine the sadness for all this week because all of us love A***** and knew her son and were all cheering for his success.

Friday night Hal and I went to a local baseball game. Quad A or triple AAA something like that. Lancaster Barnstormers. Stephanie came about an hour into the game and filled me in on what was happening. The game ended up with our team winning and then we saw some fireworks. Yeah--five minutes worth but it was a small fix. :lmao:

I figured I would go the hospital Saturday, but after sitting in those hard stadium seats, I could not move much yesterday. So, I thought I would go to visit A today but my youngest son came over and I thought, I needed to see him, talk with him, get lots of hugs and I managed to feed him supper!!!!

Yes Stephanie,,, don't fall off of your chair. We sat at the dining room table and had supper together. :love:

So our mission this week is to make sure we visit A and her family and make sure she eats and gets out of bed. This will be a very hard next two or three weeks. :sad2:
So sad. Prayers for A and her family.

[ReAnSt]

So I survived camp this weekend. I am exhausted but know right now I could not sleep. I gotta work on getting to the sleeping point.

It ended up raining for a period of time Saturday during activities. Then it poured overnight. Then got down to the 30's overnight. I ended up staying both nights. As one of the leader's ended up with a sick daughter.

I just have to survive Relay for life which is June 12-13th and then my life might slow down a bit.

Somebody asked about Kim Possible at EPCOT. I did it during my trip. It was neat and had you explore areas of the parks you might not look so closely at normally.

I need to clean out my car there are so many random things in my trunk, I have no idea what is hiding.

[tinknme]

Tammi the shower joke had me :rotfl2:

Deb sorry about your cat :hug:

[babytrees]

I fear that our kitty may have a brain tumor. He is still having difficulty standing, one eye is watering and he has totally lost his hearing. Today I noticed that one side of his face is very swollen. On the bright side he has started eating better :confused3 I'll call the vet tomorrow to run everything by her.

I am sorry to hear about Riley:hug:

The pool is opened, now we just have to wait for the chemicals to kick in and the water to clear up. The kids are already dying to go in, but it is so cold around here. Colby, Nick and I went shopping this afternoon while Hunter and Chris worked on wood. I managed to put together outfits for the boy's concerts and Nick's usher functions. He went with a couple of black shirts to go with his gray pants. He also found a black and white pinstripe hat and ordered shoes to match. He's calling it is mafia look. Colby's outfit is similar as he wants to be like his big brother.

We also picked up groceries while we were out. Now Nick is mowing the lawn. I really need to get out my sewing machine to shorten Colby's pants as I won't have time other than tonight.


Sounds like a productive day!!
Well today wasn't as relaxing as I thought it was going to be. It was productive though. After church I went to the mall. I had to return a couple things that didn't fit the kids. I FINALLY found a pair of brown sandals (with a backstrap (stupid school rule)) for Alyssa that 1. actually fit and 2. she likes. I have been searching for over a month. I also got myself 5 new tops and 3 pair of shorts. $150 later, but all is good because I RARELY buy anything for myself, mainly because I can't find anything that fits right or that I like. I've started to shop in the juniors section and seem to be having better luck. Misses clothes seem too frumpy for me.

a backtstrap??? geesh school rules make me scratch my head sometimes. Glad you found clothes for you!!


We stayed overnight with Chuck's mom Friday night. I put a filing system together for her. It was totally disorganized. We were supposed to come home after dinner last night. Instead we took her to the emergency room at dinner time. She couldn't put any weight on her left foot. She was diagnosed with cellulitis (infection of the tissue or something like that) and gout in her foot. She is totally bruised on her ENTIRE right side from the catheter when she had her pacemaker installed. I mean ENTIRE. I sure hope that she turns a corner soon. We came home this morning. We got here a little after noon. I'm going to get up at 4am and head to Lansing. I'll be there by noon.

cellulitis is very painful...sorry for your MIL. :hug:

Travel safe!!

Well, this weekend was strange and sad.

The one lady that I work with is just the sweetest person you would ever want to meet. She has worked here for over twenty years. She has seen a lot of changes in the child care system. She and I work well together. We can pick each other's brains and sometimes come up with the same idea at the same time. It is a pleasure to know she is there. Our office is very small but we get along just great and have it fixed up the way we like except for the walls. Just cannot do anything with grey bricks.

She gave birth to three sons. A set of twins. The one twin passed away eight years ago from an Asthma attack. Stephanie said she did not come to work for over two weeks. Would not answer her phone, did not get out of bed, she literally shut herself down. The other twin has diabetes and last year had a kidney transplant. He also needed a pancreas transplant. Unfortunately this weekend, he lost the fight. He apparently passed out and when they found him, they tried to revive him, got him in the ambulance, but he died and they did bring him back. At the hospital, they took him into surgery and determined he did not have a heart attack, but he was brain dead. Because of all of the surgeries and testing he needed, he was living here while having all of the surgery, but his wife and kids are in Florida. He had just gotten back from visiting his family in Florida. His wife managed to get up here yesterday morning and not much later he did finally lose the fight. Stephanie and another co-worker were there Friday night and yesterday before he passed on. I cannot imagine the sadness for all this week because all of us love A***** and knew her son and were all cheering for his success.

Friday night Hal and I went to a local baseball game. Quad A or triple AAA something like that. Lancaster Barnstormers. Stephanie came about an hour into the game and filled me in on what was happening. The game ended up with our team winning and then we saw some fireworks. Yeah--five minutes worth but it was a small fix. :lmao:

I figured I would go the hospital Saturday, but after sitting in those hard stadium seats, I could not move much yesterday. So, I thought I would go to visit A today but my youngest son came over and I thought, I needed to see him, talk with him, get lots of hugs and I managed to feed him supper!!!!

Yes Stephanie,,, don't fall off of your chair. We sat at the dining room table and had supper together. :love:

So our mission this week is to make sure we visit A and her family and make sure she eats and gets out of bed. This will be a very hard next two or three weeks. :sad2:


I am so sorry A has had to deal with this trauma but I am glad you and Stephanie can and will be there for her!!:hug:

[tinknme]

We stayed overnight with Chuck's mom Friday night. I put a filing system together for her. It was totally disorganized. We were supposed to come home after dinner last night. Instead we took her to the emergency room at dinner time. She couldn't put any weight on her left foot. She was diagnosed with cellulitis (infection of the tissue or something like that) and gout in her foot. She is totally bruised on her ENTIRE right side from the catheter when she had her pacemaker installed. I mean ENTIRE. I sure hope that she turns a corner soon. We came home this morning. We got here a little after noon. I'm going to get up at 4am and head to Lansing. I'll be there by noon.

Vicki I pray that things turn around for mil soon :hug:

[tinknme]

Hi everyone! :wave2: Back home safe and sound to no dishes in the sink and all the laundry done! (Don't I have a great husband??) :teeth: I'll post pics as soon as I can get them uploaded.

Welcome back Chanon!

[babytrees]

We had the last recital of the spring season today:cool1:...poor Abi gives me the giggles...she gets nervous and fidgets even while playing.

We then went shopping to find Josh pants.....I know why the boy hates getting new clothes...he has an extremely hard to find size 33x34. We got him a new shirt and found pants at ARC that I will have him try on tomorrow...can't have the boy go nakie to graduation. :rotfl: I am not sure what his "parents" did to the house to flood one/two floors but they flooded it....I am trying to make sure he doesn't have extra to worry about (he needs to get his car working or he won't be able to keep his job once he moves in with his sister).

We then had fatburger and came home....why is it something you think won't take long takes forever??:confused3

Chanon-welcome home and your pictures are so cool!!

[tinknme]

I need to head to bed soon. Didn't sleep well last night and I need to be up at 4 PM. I see no naps in my future this week.

Me thinks this should be plenty of time to sleep :lmao:

[Tammi67]

Me thinks this should be plenty of time to sleep :lmao:
:rotfl2: You are a thorough reader, Janet! :thumbsup2

[tinknme]

Terry sorry to hear about your friend, prayers for her :hug:

Great pictures Chanon!

[tinker1bell]

We had the last recital of the spring season today:cool1:...poor Abi gives me the giggles...she gets nervous and fidgets even while playing.

We then went shopping to find Josh pants.....I know why the boy hates getting new clothes...he has an extremely hard to find size 33x34. We got him a new shirt and found pants at ARC that I will have him try on tomorrow...can't have the boy go nakie to graduation. :rotfl: I am not sure what his "parents" did to the house to flood one/two floors but they flooded it....I am trying to make sure he doesn't have extra to worry about (he needs to get his car working or he won't be able to keep his job once he moves in with his sister).

We then had fatburger and came home....why is it something you think won't take long takes forever??:confused3

Chanon-welcome home and your pictures are so cool!!

Theresa, How fantastic of you to help Josh. He will remember your help for many years to come.

Flooded????:confused3:confused3 gotta be a story in that.

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

Terry - what a horrible ordeal. Lots of :wizard: for the family.

Good thoughts for your frined, Terry! :wizard:

Vicki I pray that things turn around for mil soon :hug:

I hope your MIL's foot is better soon! :wizard:

Welcome back Chanon!

Welcome home, Chanon! :)

Well, DS was officially "discharged" from orthodontic treatment on Thursday. He has to wear the retainers at night forever, though. So he just dropped one in the sink and it snapped in half. :headache::headache::headache: I wonder how much the new one will cost? :sad2:

[MrsHeg]

Terry - :hug: I'm so sorry for your friend's loss

Vicki - I hope your MIL is on the mend soon

Welcome Home Chanon

[babytrees]

Theresa, How fantastic of you to help Josh. He will remember your help for many years to come.

Flooded????:confused3:confused3 gotta be a story in that.


He's a good kid....he deserves to not have to be too grown up before his time.
I figure there is too...but since he wasn't home at the time we may never know the whole story.

[Pooh67_68]

Vicki :hug:

[Pooh67_68]

Welcome home Chanon.

[Pooh67_68]

:hug:


Well, this weekend was strange and sad.

[tinker1bell]

He's a good kid....he deserves to not have to be too grown up before his time.
I figure there is too...but since he wasn't home at the time we may never know the whole story.

Keep in touch with him. He needs a stable person to talk to. YOU are stable no matter what your home life is like

[tmfranlk]

Theresa - I think you're just what Josh needs at this point.

Terry and Stephanie - I'm so sorry for your friends loss. We'll keep her in our prayers.

Tammi - Glad the shopping was productive.

Deb - :wizard: for your kitty.

Vicki - I hope MIL is doing better. Drive safely to Lansing.

[tmfranlk]

Well, we had a good, but long and tiring day. Graduation was fine, though the speaker spoke way too slowly and wasn't the best speaker to begin with. After that, we grilled at Kristi's house and it was so yummy! BBQ chicken, pork steak, squash, zucchini and corn all on the grill, plus some watermelon. Delish. We were going to get ice cream as well, but Kristi's friends had been up since some ungodly hour as they flew in from Austin this morning. So, we'll go tomorrow after the zoo.

Tomorrow is looking to be quite interesting as we've got Terra's last dance class in the morning, then the zoo, then our last Girl Scout meeting, then Kassie's dance class. I was hoping to get part of my work shop done tomorrow as well, but I think it's just going to have to wait until Tuesday night. I'm not sure I'll make it to try tomorrow as I'm already dead tired.

For now I've got to get these sleepovering cousins off to bed. Good night all.

[tmfranlk]

Oops, duplicate post. See I am tired.

[my3princes]

We had the last recital of the spring season today:cool1:...poor Abi gives me the giggles...she gets nervous and fidgets even while playing.

We then went shopping to find Josh pants.....I know why the boy hates getting new clothes...he has an extremely hard to find size 33x34. We got him a new shirt and found pants at ARC that I will have him try on tomorrow...can't have the boy go nakie to graduation. :rotfl: I am not sure what his "parents" did to the house to flood one/two floors but they flooded it....I am trying to make sure he doesn't have extra to worry about (he needs to get his car working or he won't be able to keep his job once he moves in with his sister).

We then had fatburger and came home....why is it something you think won't take long takes forever??:confused3

Chanon-welcome home and your pictures are so cool!!

It's nice that you are able to help Josh through these tough times. Chris was much like Josh at that age and it is exactly this time in a young man's life where so many things could happen to paint his future. It's nice that he found you guys to help him find a good path :hug:

Me thinks this should be plenty of time to sleep :lmao:

I so wish. I think that was hopeful thinking :rotfl:

Good thoughts for your frined, Terry! :wizard:



I hope your MIL's foot is better soon! :wizard:



Welcome home, Chanon! :)

Well, DS was officially "discharged" from orthodontic treatment on Thursday. He has to wear the retainers at night forever, though. So he just dropped one in the sink and it snapped in half. :headache::headache::headache: I wonder how much the new one will cost? :sad2:

:scared:

[my3princes]

http://www.messages.oriza.net/rp-byoriza-good-morning3.gif

[my3princes]

Maybe third time is a charm? I keep trying to post my morning image and it looks like it posted, but then doesn't show up? :confused3

http://www.messages.oriza.net/rp-byoriza-good-morning3.gif

[my3princes]

Now that is just weird. This is the second day that the boards have been all wonky for me?



Riley is not doing well this morning. He is clearly less stable on his feet and his meow sounds a bit airy at the end, maybe fluid in his lungs? His little tongue is hanging out too. I'm very sad this morning as I fear that when and if I take him to the vet today it could be his last trip :sad1: He ate all of his food last night and asked for more this morning, then he snuggled by my feet so that I could pet him. Now he is laying on his favorite blanket purring away :hug:

[Tammi67]

Deb - good luck with your decision on Riley. :hug:

[Tammi67]

Good morning. :)

[mommykds]

Deb,
:wizard: for your kitty.

Vicki,
wizard: for your MIL.

Chanon,
Welcome home!!!

[mommykds]

Terry,
I am so sorry to hear about your friend. :hug::hug::hug:

[Pooh67_68]

Sorry Deb, it doesn't sound to good for Riley. :hug:

[tinknme]

Good morning :)

[PrincessLeighsDaddy]

Good Morning DDA!

Chanon, great pics of Disneyland! We really need to get there someday!

Deb, poor Riley!

I know some of you know this already, if you are on FaceBook. Leighanna's stray cat "fluffy" that she found after we returned from WDW in Feb. gave birth to EIGHT kittens the day before Mother's day. All eight are growing, and their eyes are starting to open. Now, I have to find homes for all these kitties! I know we will NOT have 11 cats in this house! :scared1:

Time to get Leighanna up and ready for school. Three more weeks and I won't have to do this anymore! And more free time to do some fun stuff during the week!

Have a great day!

[Mommy2EmMoLu]

Theresa - I think you're just what Josh needs at this point.

Terry and Stephanie - I'm so sorry for your friends loss. We'll keep her in our prayers.

Tammi - Glad the shopping was productive.

Deb - :wizard: for your kitty.

Vicki - I hope MIL is doing better. Drive safely to Lansing.

Thanks for the dittoable, Tia. Your day yesterday sounded like a great one! Try and enjoy the craziness that today will bring.

Chanon- Welcome home!!!!

Elizabeth- Sorry about the retainer.

Tammi- Did you happen to read the book, Angels and Demons? I so want to see the movie but fear it's not going to quite live up to the book. Hopefully, this weekend we'll get to see it, a date night for Eric and I.

[Mommy2EmMoLu]

Good Morning DDA!

Chanon, great pics of Disneyland! We really need to get there someday!

Deb, poor Riley!

I know some of you know this already, if you are on FaceBook. Leighanna's stray cat "fluffy" that she found after we returned from WDW in Feb. gave birth to EIGHT kittens the day before Mother's day. All eight are growing, and their eyes are starting to open. Now, I have to find homes for all these kitties! I know we will NOT have 11 cats in this house! :scared1:

Time to get Leighanna up and ready for school. Three more weeks and I won't have to do this anymore! And more free time to do some fun stuff during the week!

Have a great day!


I so missed the whole kitty thing. How adorable are they. I want that little grey striped one. :love:

[PNO4TE]

Terry - I am so sorry for your friend "A" and for all of you who are her friends and family. :grouphug: She is lucky to have such caring people in her life.

[PNO4TE]

Deb - I hope your kitty is not suffering.

Chanon - welcome back and thanks for the photos!

Vicki - I hope your drive went OK this morning. I also hope they get your MIL back to her old self soon. I know it is wearing on everyone, her included. :hug:

[Mommy2EmMoLu]

My 2nd workout is behind me!!! Slow and steady wins the race, right? I think that tomorrow morning I am going to get up and either power walk or start running. The high school is close by, but T/Th Eric leaves by 5:20am. I would need to get up at 4am.:scared1:

[PNO4TE]

Elin - did you enjoy the movie?

I enjoyed it very much. Kristin found it to be "boring" and felt it did not live up to the book. A little history: She liked the book MUCH better than DaVinci Code although Kristin she thinks Brown is a better dreamer than writer. She wishes he would come up with the stories and let someone else write them. :rotfl:

Kristin's comment was that a book allows time for the thinking and planning required for the characters in a storyline such as this and the movie dragged when this was going on. I have not yet read the book but plan to do so in the next week or so. I want to see what she means.

I think this is kind of like Tia's comments from Phil regarding "Star Trek" yesterday. Some of the things that bothered him about the movie did not disturb me at all and Kristin was able to see the movie without having to know what had gone on in the TV series to enjoy the latest film. This is why movies, plays, art, music and books and other forms of entertainment are a tenuous way for "artists" to make a living and why there are critics making lots of money! :rotfl2:

[Blueeyes101817]

morning!

[PNO4TE]

Oops, duplicate post. See I am tired.

I don't think it was you having trouble last night, Tia. I had two double posts on the DIS then too. And I did nothing to create them.

Looks like Deb was having trouble still this morning.

[PNO4TE]

Good morning, DDA! :sunny:

[PNO4TE]

Saturday afternoon about 4:00 I finally received the list of awards for the convention this week. I spent about an hour and a half before we left for Star Trek working on the database and then got up yesterday morning early to load the printer with the certificates and start the printing process. They are all done. Unfortunately I know there are more out there. Last year I printed 189; this year there were only 105. Someone did not send in their annual report to the president on time and I know they are going to come asking for certificates at the last minute.

Don't worry (was it Bernadette or Beth?!?!?) I am NOT taking my printer to Lynchburg with me!

I also got all my lesson plans done for the week. One of my co-workers is being an angel and covering 7 of the 9 classes I will miss on Wednesday and Thursday. But we are getting ready for recitals so the plans have to be very specific and it was time-consuming. But it is done!

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

Now that is just weird. This is the second day that the boards have been all wonky for me?



Riley is not doing well this morning. He is clearly less stable on his feet and his meow sounds a bit airy at the end, maybe fluid in his lungs? His little tongue is hanging out too. I'm very sad this morning as I fear that when and if I take him to the vet today it could be his last trip :sad1: He ate all of his food last night and asked for more this morning, then he snuggled by my feet so that I could pet him. Now he is laying on his favorite blanket purring away :hug:

Oh, dear. That doesn't sound good. :hug:

My 2nd workout is behind me!!! Slow and steady wins the race, right? I think that tomorrow morning I am going to get up and either power walk or start running. The high school is close by, but T/Th Eric leaves by 5:20am. I would need to get up at 4am.:scared1:

Ever heard of "too much of a good thing"? ;) But if you really want to get up at 4 AM I can have DH call you and make sure you are up. :rolleyes1

I did NOT sleep well. And I have a jam packed day. Guess we'll see how it goes!

[Tammi67]

Tammi- Did you happen to read the book, Angels and Demons? I so want to see the movie but fear it's not going to quite live up to the book. Hopefully, this weekend we'll get to see it, a date night for Eric and I.
No I didn't read the book. I hope you get to see it, and that you enjoy it.

[Tammi67]

I enjoyed it very much. Kristin found it to be "boring" and felt it did not live up to the book. A little history: She liked the book MUCH better than DaVinci Code although Kristin she thinks Brown is a better dreamer than writer. She wishes he would come up with the stories and let someone else write them. :rotfl:

Kristin's comment was that a book allows time for the thinking and planning required for the characters in a storyline such as this and the movie dragged when this was going on. I have not yet read the book but plan to do so in the next week or so. I want to see what she means.

I think this is kind of like Tia's comments from Phil regarding "Star Trek" yesterday. Some of the things that bothered him about the movie did not disturb me at all and Kristin was able to see the movie without having to know what had gone on in the TV series to enjoy the latest film. This is why movies, plays, art, music and books and other forms of entertainment are a tenuous way for "artists" to make a living and why there are critics making lots of money! :rotfl2:
I agree that books delve into the emotions/thoughts/lives of the characters much better than movies do. You get their introspect, so to speak, in a book whereas a movie has to gloss over it all. That's a main reason why the movies never live up to the books.

[Tammi67]

Does anyone know if I get any discounts at Typhoon Lagoon with an AP or DVC membership?

ETA: Nevermind. I found what I was looking for.

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

$119 to replace the retainer, and two trips to the ortho office to do it. :sad2:

[KMH1]

$119 to replace the retainer, and two trips to the ortho office to do it. :sad2:

Good thing you have four pairs of shorts to return. ;)

Hope you are all doing well! :)

[Tammi67]

$119 to replace the retainer, and two trips to the ortho office to do it. :sad2:
Ouch!

[mommykds]

$119 to replace the retainer, and two trips to the ortho office to do it. :sad2:

:headache::headache::headache:

[babytrees]

I agree with Kristin, Elin.....Brown has great stories he just can't really write:lmao:. (I did like Digital Fortress...maybe it's the religion angle that he can't handle).


Elizabeth-youch on the price of a new retainer!!


Laundry is started for the day....it is supposed to get over 90 the next couple of days so I need to do laundry before it gets too hot.

Thankfully the pants fit.....I probably would have cried if they hadn't....no sleep.:rolleyes1

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

I'm on a roll!

I went to the post office (Tammi & Robyn - watch your mail), returned a shirt to Marshall's, dropped off DS's outgrown uniforms at the elementary, loaded all the service project donations into the car. Now I am off to the bank, Nordstrom, Sam's, and the Dr's office.

Hoping to make the shoe repair & the dry cleaners before I get Princess.

[my3princes]

Good Morning DDA!

Chanon, great pics of Disneyland! We really need to get there someday!

Deb, poor Riley!

I know some of you know this already, if you are on FaceBook. Leighanna's stray cat "fluffy" that she found after we returned from WDW in Feb. gave birth to EIGHT kittens the day before Mother's day. All eight are growing, and their eyes are starting to open. Now, I have to find homes for all these kitties! I know we will NOT have 11 cats in this house! :scared1:

Time to get Leighanna up and ready for school. Three more weeks and I won't have to do this anymore! And more free time to do some fun stuff during the week!

Have a great day!

Wow, good luck getting families for the kitties :wizard:

My 2nd workout is behind me!!! Slow and steady wins the race, right? I think that tomorrow morning I am going to get up and either power walk or start running. The high school is close by, but T/Th Eric leaves by 5:20am. I would need to get up at 4am.:scared1:

I can call you at 4 if it helps :rolleyes:

I'm on a roll!

I went to the post office (Tammi & Robyn - watch your mail), returned a shirt to Marshall's, dropped off DS's outgrown uniforms at the elementary, loaded all the service project donations into the car. Now I am off to the bank, Nordstrom, Sam's, and the Dr's office.

Hoping to make the shoe repair & the dry cleaners before I get Princess.
Roll on Elizabeth, Roll On

[my3princes]

Chris and I just took Riley to the Vet. She agrees with me in that we believe he has a brain tumor. She thinks it may have started as a nasal tumor and has now grown. There is no good way to confirm this without discomfort for Riley and a huge bill for us. We discussed our options which boiled down to giving him a long lasting antibiotic and a long acting steriod shot or having him put down. We just aren't ready to say good bye yet so he got the shots. We should know by tomorrow if it is helping at all and within a week we'll see how much it actually helps. She said it could buy him a couple of weeks to six months or more. Since he isn't in any obvious pain we are hoping this will help immensely :wizard: If it doesn't work then we know that we have no other recourse than to say goodbye :sad1: For now he is resting comfortable between my feet. He doesn't seem to want to let me out of sight today which is very unusual.

[mommykds]

Deb,
:hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug:

[bethbuchall]

Chris and I just took Riley to the Vet. She agrees with me in that we believe he has a brain tumor. She thinks it may have started as a nasal tumor and has now grown. There is no good way to confirm this without discomfort for Riley and a huge bill for us. We discussed our options which boiled down to giving him a long lasting antibiotic and a long acting steriod shot or having him put down. We just aren't ready to say good bye yet so he got the shots. We should know by tomorrow if it is helping at all and within a week we'll see how much it actually helps. She said it could buy him a couple of weeks to six months or more. Since he isn't in any obvious pain we are hoping this will help immensely :wizard: If it doesn't work then we know that we have no other recourse than to say goodbye :sad1: For now he is resting comfortable between my feet. He doesn't seem to want to let me out of sight today which is very unusual.

Deb, :hug: I am so sorry. As many little complaints I make about my kitties, I know how hard it would be to have to say good-bye.

[bethbuchall]

Tia,,,I am sorry I missed your birthday. Sounds like you had a great day.

Bernadette,,your pictures were really fantastic.

Tia, I missed your birthday, too!

Happy belated Birthday!!! :bday:

[bethbuchall]

the party was deemed and success and I had no idea 4 girls could eat that much bacon:lmao:

it was supposed to be overcast today....it's beautiful...but I still see a nap in my future:rotfl:

Josh came over for just a smidge last night...in that time I found out that the damage his parents did to their house last weekend was enough to send them to a hotel (which there aren't any really locally) and he doesn't have proper pants for graduation....:headache: this kid just doesn't seem to be able to catch a break.

We had bacon on Saturday, too. I make it about twice a year, so I'm done for the year now.

Poor Josh! What size pants does he wear? He's probably taller than both my "men", since they are on the short side. Our principal made an announcement: no dress pants = no walking at graduation. I don't have a problem with that requirement for my son, but I know that there may be kids who have no dress pants and no way to get dress pants. I guess where there is a will, there's a way.

[bethbuchall]

I'm home from work. It kind of sucked, lot of Canadians and they did not tip well at all :sad2: oh well.

It's too bad that they don't always realize how tipping works here in the US. Canadian servers are paid better, so tips aren't as important.

[babytrees]

Deb-I am so sorry that Riley does seem to have the tumor. :hug:

[bethbuchall]

Good Morning,

Today is my last day off before we leave Friday afternoon, so if you see me on here too much send me on my way.

There's house cleaning, laundry, and packing to do. I also need to make another shopping list. I really want to get a hair cut and color, and the grandchildren are coming over this afternoon, days off are way too short.

I hope your trip is magical!

[bethbuchall]

Sooo...

I am nearing completion of the laundry. DS has 32 pairs of shorts. :rolleyes1 There are 4 more pairs in a Nordstrom bag that I think I will take back to Nordstrom. They were expensive, and it now appears that we do not NEED 4 more pairs of shorts. They will be on clearance by the end of July so I can buy them then if I think he needs them.

I also ran across a shirt I bought at Ross for myself that I think I will return. And I have a shirt from DS that needs to go back to Marshall's because it was too small. Good thing Ross and Marshall's are next door to each other.

Speaking of Marshall's, we found some "Life Is Good" T-shirts for DH. One was marked down to $5! The others were $10 and $13. Very nice quality, great for WDW. :)

WOW! I love to read all your trip preparations, though. I hope next year, I'm making my own.

[babytrees]

We had bacon on Saturday, too. I make it about twice a year, so I'm done for the year now.

Poor Josh! What size pants does he wear? He's probably taller than both my "men", since they are on the short side. Our principal made an announcement: no dress pants = no walking at graduation. I don't have a problem with that requirement for my son, but I know that there may be kids who have no dress pants and no way to get dress pants. I guess where there is a will, there's a way.

the only place that jeans aren't allowed is prom....but even his jeans were/are ratty...we found light colored khakis and will take him one Saturday to ARC and get some other bottoms.

Cassidy was so proud, she bought him dressy shorts with her own money.

[bethbuchall]

HOW MEN AND WOMEN SHOWER DIFFERENTLY . . .

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I agree!

[bethbuchall]

Good! Because we are going to see it this afternoon. :goodvibes

I have a family who gives me Premiere Movie Packs for Christmas and End of the Year gifts and I hardly ever go to the movies (last one was the latest Indiana Jones flick and I went by myself and the one before that was HP). Anyway, my actor-daughter who hates movies really wanted to see Star Trek and Angels and Demons so I am striking while the iron is hot. We will go see HP and The Time Traveler's Wife this summer too. Then I think I will be out of tickets and we will have to pay for anything else we see. :rotfl:

I loved The Time Traveler's Wife until a certain point about 2/3 or 3/4 of the way through. I'm sure you know where I mean. Then I had to struggle to finish. It was just too sad for me. I am looking forward to the HP movie. Miles and Laura want to see Night at the Museum II and UP, so I will probably be seeing those. Matthew wants to see Star Trek, but he'll probably go with friends. Dh will want to wait for it on DVD, because he hates spending money on going to the movies (or just about anything ;)).

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

Deb-I am so sorry that Riley does seem to have the tumor. :hug:

Deb, I hope today's treatment has extended the time you will have with your kitty. :wizard:

WOW! I love to read all your trip preparations, though. I hope next year, I'm making my own.

The girl at Nordstrom didn't look very happy that I was returning 4 pairs of shorts. Oh, well! :confused3

As Amy pointed out, now I can pay for the retainer. :rolleyes:

I finished ALL of those errands, AND I managed to return the shirt to Ross, too! Now I just need to pick up Princess, pick up DS, and drive over to the agency to drop off all of our goodies or the service project. I e-mailed the Development Director to remind her we are coming, and she said the Executive Director will be there to pose for pics with DS. It will be good to see everyone. I kind of miss them. :guilty:

[PNO4TE]

$119 to replace the retainer, and two trips to the ortho office to do it. :sad2:

Ouch!

[PNO4TE]

I'm on a roll!

I went to the post office (Tammi & Robyn - watch your mail), returned a shirt to Marshall's, dropped off DS's outgrown uniforms at the elementary, loaded all the service project donations into the car. Now I am off to the bank, Nordstrom, Sam's, and the Dr's office.

Hoping to make the shoe repair & the dry cleaners before I get Princess.

:thumbsup2 Well done!

[PNO4TE]

Deb - I hope the treatments work for a while. :hug:

[bethbuchall]

Just to let everyone know, the dryer doesn't work if yo don't turn it on , :rotfl::rotfl::rotfl: I hope that's my last dumb*** move for today anyway!

I hate to admit it, but I can't even count the number of times I've done that!

[bethbuchall]

We stayed overnight with Chuck's mom Friday night. I put a filing system together for her. It was totally disorganized. We were supposed to come home after dinner last night. Instead we took her to the emergency room at dinner time. She couldn't put any weight on her left foot. She was diagnosed with cellulitis (infection of the tissue or something like that) and gout in her foot. She is totally bruised on her ENTIRE right side from the catheter when she had her pacemaker installed. I mean ENTIRE. I sure hope that she turns a corner soon. We came home this morning. We got here a little after noon. I'm going to get up at 4am and head to Lansing. I'll be there by noon.

:wizard: for Chuck's mom.

[bethbuchall]

View from our room (we stayed at Paradise Pier Hotel, standard view - upgrated to theme park view, 12th floor)

I love the pictures!

[bethbuchall]

:hug:How tragic for A and her family. I hope that you can be part of her support system and that she can come to terms with this without shutting down. May God be there for all of you

Ditto! :hug:

[bethbuchall]

We had the last recital of the spring season today:cool1:...poor Abi gives me the giggles...she gets nervous and fidgets even while playing.

We then went shopping to find Josh pants.....I know why the boy hates getting new clothes...he has an extremely hard to find size 33x34. We got him a new shirt and found pants at ARC that I will have him try on tomorrow...can't have the boy go nakie to graduation. :rotfl: I am not sure what his "parents" did to the house to flood one/two floors but they flooded it....I am trying to make sure he doesn't have extra to worry about (he needs to get his car working or he won't be able to keep his job once he moves in with his sister).

We then had fatburger and came home....why is it something you think won't take long takes forever??:confused3

Chanon-welcome home and your pictures are so cool!!

That is the story of my life!

I am glad that you found him some pants. As I suspected, he is much taller than my crew.

[bethbuchall]

Well, DS was officially "discharged" from orthodontic treatment on Thursday. He has to wear the retainers at night forever, though. So he just dropped one in the sink and it snapped in half. :headache::headache::headache: I wonder how much the new one will cost? :sad2:

Congrats to ds! My kids have been told to wear the retainers at night until they are 35. I don't know if they will really last that long, but they are good about it for now. (Sorry to hear that you already have one broken retainer.)

[bethbuchall]

Good Morning DDA!

Chanon, great pics of Disneyland! We really need to get there someday!

Deb, poor Riley!

I know some of you know this already, if you are on FaceBook. Leighanna's stray cat "fluffy" that she found after we returned from WDW in Feb. gave birth to EIGHT kittens the day before Mother's day. All eight are growing, and their eyes are starting to open. Now, I have to find homes for all these kitties! I know we will NOT have 11 cats in this house! :scared1:

Time to get Leighanna up and ready for school. Three more weeks and I won't have to do this anymore! And more free time to do some fun stuff during the week!

Have a great day!

8 kittens! WOW! Sorry, but our two are enough for us right now.

[bethbuchall]

My 2nd workout is behind me!!! Slow and steady wins the race, right? I think that tomorrow morning I am going to get up and either power walk or start running. The high school is close by, but T/Th Eric leaves by 5:20am. I would need to get up at 4am.:scared1:

:yay: YAY, Robyn!!!!! :yay:

[bethbuchall]

Saturday afternoon about 4:00 I finally received the list of awards for the convention this week. I spent about an hour and a half before we left for Star Trek working on the database and then got up yesterday morning early to load the printer with the certificates and start the printing process. They are all done. Unfortunately I know there are more out there. Last year I printed 189; this year there were only 105. Someone did not send in their annual report to the president on time and I know they are going to come asking for certificates at the last minute.

Don't worry (was it Bernadette or Beth?!?!?) I am NOT taking my printer to Lynchburg with me!

I also got all my lesson plans done for the week. One of my co-workers is being an angel and covering 7 of the 9 classes I will miss on Wednesday and Thursday. But we are getting ready for recitals so the plans have to be very specific and it was time-consuming. But it is done!

I think it was me... I am glad that you were able to finish. Stand strong on not scrambling at the last minute for someone else's procrastination.

[bethbuchall]

$119 to replace the retainer, and two trips to the ortho office to do it. :sad2:

Sorry! I'm not sure which I'd hate more, paying $119 or having to coordinate two trips to the ortho office.

[bethbuchall]

Good thing you have four pairs of shorts to return. ;)

Hope you are all doing well! :)

:wave:

[bethbuchall]

I agree with Kristin, Elin.....Brown has great stories he just can't really write:lmao:. (I did like Digital Fortress...maybe it's the religion angle that he can't handle).


I think that must be it. I've tried several times now to read Da Vinci Code, and I just can't make my way through it. I haven't even attempted any others. I think I'm the only one that doesn't love it. Maybe I'll try again.

[bethbuchall]

I'm on a roll!

I went to the post office (Tammi & Robyn - watch your mail), returned a shirt to Marshall's, dropped off DS's outgrown uniforms at the elementary, loaded all the service project donations into the car. Now I am off to the bank, Nordstrom, Sam's, and the Dr's office.

Hoping to make the shoe repair & the dry cleaners before I get Princess.

I think I need you to come get me moving. I am having a very lazy day!

[bethbuchall]

I'm all caught up with you (on this chapter anyway)!

It was a busy weekend, but it all went very well. I worked the meet all afternoon/night Friday and then again all day yesterday. Friday night I put together Miles' birthday sign. I've always made a little sign for them to see as soon as they wake up on their birthdays. This year, I thought I'd float it with two helium balloons. Unfortunately, it was too heavy and didn't float. He loved it anyway. Laura had practice until a little after noon, and then we went to our (very small) local zoo for Miles' birthday. It was "Endangered Species" day which meant that they had a few stations set up where volunteers gave the kids information, had them play a little game, and then stamped a "passport." Miles thought it was fun. He and Laura had their faces painted at the wolf station, too. After the zoo trip, we came home and ordered pizza (his choice for the birthday meal). Dh went out to get it, and it started pouring rain so hard we couldn't see across the street. That also meant water in the basement. We ate and cleaned up the water in the basement before starting the traditional birthday present treasure hunt. His cake was (once again) chocolate cake with chocolate frosting and chocolate covered strawberries. I think he has requested that cake for the last 5 years now. :rotfl:

This morning I had to run out to the DMV to renew my driver's license. I could have renewed it online or by mail, but I wanted to get the NYS enhanced license. That had to be done at the DMV. It is good for land border crossings into Canada. I don't have a passport, so I thought it was a good idea to spend a little extra for this license. Matthew can get an enhanced license, but I don't know if minors will still need a passport. So, it may not really do me any good unless I want to leave the kids behind.

This will be a busy week as it is the last week of preschool.

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

I think I need you to come get me moving. I am having a very lazy day!

This day was quite out of character for me. Getting 10 errands out of the way by noon doesn't typically happen. Actually, I don't typically have 10 errands to do! :rotfl2:

[Pooh67_68]

Go Elizabeth. :yay:


I had the laundry done and the bathrooms cleaned before 9am when mom called and asked if I wanted to go with her.

[bethbuchall]

We're definitely heading to Gainesville, FL for the eSynchro Age Group Nationals June 30-July 4. I think we have talked ourselves out of going to WDW, because I want a "real" trip there next year. We are considering a couple of beach days somewhere and around three days to Universal and Sea World.

Can anyone tell me anything about the Universal hotels?

[bear74]

Deb, :hug: I am so sorry.

Chanon I love the pictures!

[tinker1bell]

Now that is just weird. This is the second day that the boards have been all wonky for me?



Riley is not doing well this morning. He is clearly less stable on his feet and his meow sounds a bit airy at the end, maybe fluid in his lungs? His little tongue is hanging out too. I'm very sad this morning as I fear that when and if I take him to the vet today it could be his last trip :sad1: He ate all of his food last night and asked for more this morning, then he snuggled by my feet so that I could pet him. Now he is laying on his favorite blanket purring away :hug:

Deb,,,,I am so sorry about Riley. It hurts so much especially when they are really purring so. :hug:

[my3princes]

Both of the boys teams lost their games tonight. Hunter stepped up to the plate and played goalie for his team. He was hesitant, but since they don't have anyone that wants to play goalie they are all being asked to take turns. As it turned out he was very good at it. He ended up playing the entire game and so many of the coaches (from his team and other teams) told him that he was a natural, he thinks he might play goalie some more. We are very proud of him for stepping outside of his comfort zone and trying something new.

After the game Chris got a call from his mother. His great neice was airlifted to a burn center in Boston. Apparently the babysitter just got a new furnace or hot water heater and the temperature was not properly set. They baby sitter must have tried to spray her off in the sink :confused3 and she has second degree burns on her head/face/upper body. This is one of the infant twins that his neice had 5 or so months ago.

This has been one stressful day in our household.

[my3princes]

We're definitely heading to Gainesville, FL for the eSynchro Age Group Nationals June 30-July 4. I think we have talked ourselves out of going to WDW, because I want a "real" trip there next year. We are considering a couple of beach days somewhere and around three days to Universal and Sea World.

Can anyone tell me anything about the Universal hotels?

That is exciting. I'm sure Chanon or Elizabeth can give you better info on US hotels, but I know you get front of the line access :thumbsup2

[babytrees]

Deb-that poor baby:hug:

[Blueeyes101817]

Deb-that poor baby:hug:

my thoughts exactly--hope the baby is okay!

[my3princes]

my thoughts exactly--hope the baby is okay!

We all hope that she is okay. She hasn't been growing as she should anyway so this will just add more worries.

[my3princes]

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[babytrees]

So Cassidy has really been bummed by the nepotism that the band director is showing...in fact she mentioned that at a point she thought about quitting. Which she, of course, put out of her mind quickly but it's sad to see her so discouraged about what is her passion.

[Blueeyes101817]

Goodnight everyone! Im headed to work early tomorrow so not sure if ill make it here or not. I have a personal day on Wednesday so I have to set up for my sub too :)

[PNO4TE]

I think it was me... I am glad that you were able to finish. Stand strong on not scrambling at the last minute for someone else's procrastination.

Oh, don't you worry. I am not one to let them walk over me. If I can do it in the time I have available to me tomorrow I will gladly print any stragglers but I will not be taking a printer with me to the convention.

[PNO4TE]

Deb - I hope that little niece is OK. How sad. :(

Beth - good luck in your last week at school! Sounds like the weekend was fun for all, but lots of work for you. :yay: for a trip to FL, no matter where you are headed!

Theresa - I am sorry Cassidy has to see that side of human nature attached to something she loves so much. :hug:

[lovesdumbo]

I know some of you know this already, if you are on FaceBook. Leighanna's stray cat "fluffy" that she found after we returned from WDW in Feb. gave birth to EIGHT kittens the day before Mother's day. All eight are growing, and their eyes are starting to open. Now, I have to find homes for all these kitties! I know we will NOT have 11 cats in this house! :scared1:
Any pictures?

Don't worry (was it Bernadette or Beth?!?!?) I am NOT taking my printer to Lynchburg with me!
I think it was me.:laughing: Actually both of us. I'm glad to hear the printer will stay at home!

$119 to replace the retainer, and two trips to the ortho office to do it. :sad2::scared:

Chris and I just took Riley to the Vet. She agrees with me in that we believe he has a brain tumor. She thinks it may have started as a nasal tumor and has now grown. There is no good way to confirm this without discomfort for Riley and a huge bill for us. We discussed our options which boiled down to giving him a long lasting antibiotic and a long acting steriod shot or having him put down. We just aren't ready to say good bye yet so he got the shots. We should know by tomorrow if it is helping at all and within a week we'll see how much it actually helps. She said it could buy him a couple of weeks to six months or more. Since he isn't in any obvious pain we are hoping this will help immensely :wizard: If it doesn't work then we know that we have no other recourse than to say goodbye :sad1: For now he is resting comfortable between my feet. He doesn't seem to want to let me out of sight today which is very unusual.:hug:


Cassidy was so proud, she bought him dressy shorts with her own money.:love:

We're definitely heading to Gainesville, FL for the eSynchro Age Group Nationals June 30-July 4. I think we have talked ourselves out of going to WDW, because I want a "real" trip there next year. We are considering a couple of beach days somewhere and around three days to Universal and Sea World.
Congrats to Laura's team!


After the game Chris got a call from his mother. His great neice was airlifted to a burn center in Boston. Apparently the babysitter just got a new furnace or hot water heater and the temperature was not properly set. They baby sitter must have tried to spray her off in the sink :confused3 and she has second degree burns on her head/face/upper body. This is one of the infant twins that his neice had 5 or so months ago.
How awful! :sad2:

So Cassidy has really been bummed by the nepotism that the band director is showing...in fact she mentioned that at a point she thought about quitting. Which she, of course, put out of her mind quickly but it's sad to see her so discouraged about what is her passion.:hug:Poor Cassidy.




I just found out my friend-Lizzy & Joe's God Mother, and Terry's step sister, fell off a horse and has bleeding on the brain and broke her pelvis in 3 places. She moved to CT about 4 years ago and I've sort of lost touch with her. She's at U MASS Worcester Medical Center-probably about 1 1/2 hours from here so I'll see if I go visit her.

[PNO4TE]

Kristin and I went to $1 burger night at Capital Ale House tonight (Bob went but would not wait for 45 minutes to be seated). We ran into about 6 of her friends from HS and it was so nice to see them all grown up! They are now teachers, military policemen, graduate students, and government contractors. It was nice to see they are turning into good adults! :goodvibes

[ReAnSt]

So I hate not having a good camera, but am too indecisive to decide what I want. Sometimes I drive myself nuts. Actually most of the time I drive myself nuts. ;):laughing:

I survived camp. Now I need to survive through Relay for life which is right after my Birthday on June 12-13. Somehow they twisted my arm and I am running the entertainment and activities. :eek::rolleyes1 I am very good at seeing the end picture and not the steps in between and right now I am struggling with getting all the crap together.

Please keep my 2nd cousin Kim and her husband Josh and their unborn baby boy in your prayers. He will be delivered by c-section on the 21st or 22nd, as Kim has a tumor which they suspect is cancerous and are afraid will cause more issues if they wait until her delivery date of June 12th.

Tomorrow I have training for work and have to leave early, not my favorite thing to do.

I hope you are all doing well.

Tom- Good luck getting homes for the kittens. I want a new pet, but I think I want a dog.

Deb- Hugs to your family. I hope Riley is pain free. Goiod luck to the baby.

Bernadette- I hope for a speedy recovery for your friend.

Hugs to Cassidy it stinks when one person ruins something you love. I hope she continues to participate and I hope the person causing the issues gets a clue and stops behaving that way.

[PNO4TE]

Bernadette - I am sorry to hear about your friend's accident. I hope you can get to see her and that she recuperates well. :hug:

[babytrees]

Bernadette-I am sorry to hear about your friend's accident. Hope you can make it to see her.

Beth-I think I forgot to say congrats to Laura and her team!!

Elin-I wish I lived closer....you have some of the best nights out!!

Becky-that little family is in my prayers!! I know you will get all that needs to be done in time!!!

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

After the game Chris got a call from his mother. His great neice was airlifted to a burn center in Boston. Apparently the babysitter just got a new furnace or hot water heater and the temperature was not properly set. They baby sitter must have tried to spray her off in the sink :confused3 and she has second degree burns on her head/face/upper body. This is one of the infant twins that his neice had 5 or so months ago.

This has been one stressful day in our household.

That's horrible! I hope she is OK! :wizard:

So Cassidy has really been bummed by the nepotism that the band director is showing...in fact she mentioned that at a point she thought about quitting. Which she, of course, put out of her mind quickly but it's sad to see her so discouraged about what is her passion.

I hope the summer helps Cassidy clear her head a bit. It sounds like a sucky situation.

Bernadette - I am sorry to hear about your friend's accident. I hope you can get to see her and that she recuperates well. :hug:

Good thoughts for your friend, Bernadette!

Becky, I hope your cousin and her baby are OK, too!

DH put a bid in on a grocery route on Friday and they told him today he has the route. He is very pleased. Now he will run the same 3 stores every week and feel more in control of his work. He will also have Fri & Sat off every week - no more rotating.

[babytrees]

Elizabeth-tell your DH "WOOOHOO" for having a set schedule.

[Tammi67]

Deb - I hope that little niece is OK. How sad. :(

Beth - good luck in your last week at school! Sounds like the weekend was fun for all, but lots of work for you. :yay: for a trip to FL, no matter where you are headed!

Theresa - I am sorry Cassidy has to see that side of human nature attached to something she loves so much. :hug:I like this dittoable post. Thanks, Elin!

[Tammi67]

I just found out my friend-Lizzy & Joe's God Mother, and Terry's step sister, fell off a horse and has bleeding on the brain and broke her pelvis in 3 places. She moved to CT about 4 years ago and I've sort of lost touch with her. She's at U MASS Worcester Medical Center-probably about 1 1/2 hours from here so I'll see if I go visit her.
That sounds horrible! I hope she will be okay. :wizard:

[Tammi67]

Please keep my 2nd cousin Kim and her husband Josh and their unborn baby boy in your prayers. He will be delivered by c-section on the 21st or 22nd, as Kim has a tumor which they suspect is cancerous and are afraid will cause more issues if they wait until her delivery date of June 12th.
Absolutely!

[Tammi67]

Elizabeth-tell your DH "WOOOHOO" for having a set schedule.
Now I can't hear or think of "woohoo" without picturing a man whipping off his towel and doing a little dance. :banana:

Although, according to my email, the correct verbage of that was "woo woo"! :rotfl: But nonetheles..................

[Tammi67]

For those of you not on FB......

My little tapster. She's dancing to Razzle Dazzle from Chicago.

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y254/tammi67/TapPicture.jpg

[PNO4TE]

Just heard this on our local TV station:

Disney just purchased 15 acres in the National Harbor in DC and will build a 500 room hotel there!

[PNO4TE]

Elin-I wish I lived closer....you have some of the best nights out!!

Well, you can always move here!

[PNO4TE]

DH put a bid in on a grocery route on Friday and they told him today he has the route. He is very pleased. Now he will run the same 3 stores every week and feel more in control of his work. He will also have Fri & Sat off every week - no more rotating.

:yay:

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

Now I can't hear or think of "woohoo" without picturing a man whipping off his towel and doing a little dance. :banana:

Although, according to my email, the correct verbage of that was "woo woo"! :rotfl: But nonetheles..................

I fear the set schedule will bring much towel dropping and "wooing". :rolleyes: But he was getting frustrated with the CONSTANT schedule changes, getting up at midnight one day and 5 AM the next day, never being able to settle in with the accounts. I think this will be good. I hope. Because he can't bid again for a year.

Just heard this on our local TV station:

Disney just purchased 15 acres in the National Harbor in DC and will build a 500 room hotel there!

Hmmm. Interesting!

[Tammi67]

Just heard this on our local TV station:

Disney just purchased 15 acres in the National Harbor in DC and will build a 500 room hotel there!
That's actually MD, just across the WW bridge, in PG County. It is really nice! Or I should say it will be, when it is said and done. They are building a Children's Museum there, but it isn't opening for a few years.

They do have Segway tours, BTW. ;)

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

Tammi - Alyssa is beautiful! She looks all grown up!
Princess's dance place doesn't have the girls wear ANY make-up on stage. I found that rather odd. Not sure what her pics will look like - it was dark in the room and she wasn't sure she wanted her pic taken.

[PNO4TE]

That's actually MD, just across the WW bridge, in PG County. It is really nice!

::yes:: I meant to type the DC area. Here is a link to the story from The Washington Post.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/05/18/AR2009051803201.html?hpid=topnews

[Tammi67]

Tammi - Alyssa is beautiful! She looks all grown up!
Princess's dance place doesn't have the girls wear ANY make-up on stage. I found that rather odd. Not sure what her pics will look like - it was dark in the room and she wasn't sure she wanted her pic taken.
Thank you!

Even the older girls? That IS odd. Alyssa will be in 2 dances, one tap and one ballet. Since she's been in ballet for several years and we already have those pictures, she decided that I should buy the ones of her in her tap costume. I refused to buy both packages, at $27 a pop. I can't photo/videograph her recitals, but I can do both at the dress rehearsals. That's another thing that her studio gets you for. They will "professionally" record the recital, and then sell you the DVD of the ENTIRE show for $35. Sorry, but this mom isn't shelling out MORE money to see my daughter dance twice for about 180 seconds each dance. I'm sure Alyssa will be scarred for life. :rolleyes:

[Tammi67]

I have no idea what I am still doing awake. I'll be a hurting puppy in the morning. Goodnight ladies.

[my3princes]

So Cassidy has really been bummed by the nepotism that the band director is showing...in fact she mentioned that at a point she thought about quitting. Which she, of course, put out of her mind quickly but it's sad to see her so discouraged about what is her passion.

:hug:

Any pictures?

I think it was me.:laughing: Actually both of us. I'm glad to hear the printer will stay at home!

:scared:

:hug:

:love:

Congrats to Laura's team!

How awful! :sad2:

:hug:Poor Cassidy.




I just found out my friend-Lizzy & Joe's God Mother, and Terry's step sister, fell off a horse and has bleeding on the brain and broke her pelvis in 3 places. She moved to CT about 4 years ago and I've sort of lost touch with her. She's at U MASS Worcester Medical Center-probably about 1 1/2 hours from here so I'll see if I go visit her.

:hug:For your friend

So I hate not having a good camera, but am too indecisive to decide what I want. Sometimes I drive myself nuts. Actually most of the time I drive myself nuts. ;):laughing:

I survived camp. Now I need to survive through Relay for life which is right after my Birthday on June 12-13. Somehow they twisted my arm and I am running the entertainment and activities. :eek::rolleyes1 I am very good at seeing the end picture and not the steps in between and right now I am struggling with getting all the crap together.

Please keep my 2nd cousin Kim and her husband Josh and their unborn baby boy in your prayers. He will be delivered by c-section on the 21st or 22nd, as Kim has a tumor which they suspect is cancerous and are afraid will cause more issues if they wait until her delivery date of June 12th.

Tomorrow I have training for work and have to leave early, not my favorite thing to do.

I hope you are all doing well.

Tom- Good luck getting homes for the kittens. I want a new pet, but I think I want a dog.

Deb- Hugs to your family. I hope Riley is pain free. Goiod luck to the baby.

Bernadette- I hope for a speedy recovery for your friend.

Hugs to Cassidy it stinks when one person ruins something you love. I hope she continues to participate and I hope the person causing the issues gets a clue and stops behaving that way.

Becky, I'm sure you will pull it all together, you always do. Hopefully someday soon you will stop volunteering (or being talked into taking things on) as much as you do. I was very much like you not that long ago, but I have finally found my voice and/or I don't go to meeting that I know will end up causing myself more work. :hug:

That's horrible! I hope she is OK! :wizard:



I hope the summer helps Cassidy clear her head a bit. It sounds like a sucky situation.



Good thoughts for your friend, Bernadette!

Becky, I hope your cousin and her baby are OK, too!

DH put a bid in on a grocery route on Friday and they told him today he has the route. He is very pleased. Now he will run the same 3 stores every week and feel more in control of his work. He will also have Fri & Sat off every week - no more rotating.

:cool1::cool1:

For those of you not on FB......

My little tapster. She's dancing to Razzle Dazzle from Chicago.

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y254/tammi67/TapPicture.jpg

Wow she is really growing up. She looks absolutely beautiful.

Just heard this on our local TV station:

Disney just purchased 15 acres in the National Harbor in DC and will build a 500 room hotel there!

Interesting, I can't wait to see more.

[my3princes]

http://www.criticallayouts.com/images/rsgallery/original/good-morning-bounce-ag1.gif

It is about 28 degrees here, I think I need my winter coat this morning. I see no positive change in Riley yet, he was being very vocal this morning so I fed him again. Now he is laying on the couch on his favorite blanket. At least he seems more settled today than he did yesterday morning.

[Tammi67]

Yep, I was right. I'm tired. And there is no opportunity for naps in my days.

[Tammi67]

Good morning. :)

[Mommy2EmMoLu]

Becky- Lots of :wizard:for mom, dad & baby. :hug:'s to you.

Deb- Lots of :wizard:for that little girl. :hug:'s to you all for Riley.

Bernadette- Lots of :wizard:for the kid's godmother. I hope she recovers fully.

Theresa- Many :hug:'s to Cassidy

Elizabeth- :yay:for more towel dropping and woo wooing ;)

Tammi- Alyssa is beautiful. Our dvd of the recital was only $15 but I have no idea how much the pictures will cost. I just enrolled Mo in a summer ballet/tap class with Dana's DD, Syd. She was wanting to quit dance but I think she likes getting all dolled up in her costume and make-up. I hope she'll stick it out.

Elin- Glad you enjoyed your night out.

[Pooh67_68]

Deb, Bernadette, Becky good thoughts all around. :hug: :hug: :hug:

[Pooh67_68]

Elizabeth tell DH congrats on a more stable run, hope he likes it.

[Pooh67_68]

Morning.

[PNO4TE]

I have no idea what I am still doing awake. I'll be a hurting puppy in the morning. Goodnight ladies.

I wondered the same thing last night! Hope you did OK getting going this morning.

I agree with you on the gouging of parents for photos and DVDs when we all know what it really costs to make them. I take the photos of all our major recitals and every child is given one copy and parents are given the opportunity to purchase additional photos at the going rate at Wal-mart (like $1.50 per print) and the video is only $5.00. Our families are also encouraged to bring their own video cameras to capture their budding pianists. The only thing that they cannot do is take flash photography.

[PNO4TE]

Good morning, DDA! :sunny:

[PrincessLeighsDaddy]

Good Morning!

Tammi, Alyssa looks so cute! Love her "jazz hands"! :goodvibes

There really isn't a good dance program in our town. I wish there was, Leighanna loves to dance!

[tinknme]

Deb - I hope that little niece is OK. How sad. :(

Beth - good luck in your last week at school! Sounds like the weekend was fun for all, but lots of work for you. :yay: for a trip to FL, no matter where you are headed!

Theresa - I am sorry Cassidy has to see that side of human nature attached to something she loves so much. :hug:


Ditto!

Thank you Elin :goodvibes

[Blueeyes101817]

good morning!

[tinknme]

Bernadette - I am sorry to hear about your friend's accident. I hope you can get to see her and that she recuperates well. :hug:

:hug: for your friend Bernadette.

Becky prayers being said for your cousin :wizard:

[tinknme]

DH put a bid in on a grocery route on Friday and they told him today he has the route. He is very pleased. Now he will run the same 3 stores every week and feel more in control of his work. He will also have Fri & Sat off every week - no more rotating.



:woohoo: Weekends off is nice!

[tinknme]

For those of you not on FB......

My little tapster. She's dancing to Razzle Dazzle from Chicago.

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y254/tammi67/TapPicture.jpg

Oh my goodness, how pretty!

[tinknme]

Good morning :)

It is suppose to get to the 80's today & tomorrow, I am so ready :yay:

[Mommy2EmMoLu]

I knew I was forgetting somebodys...

Beth- Congrats to Laura's swim team and your upcoming trip to FL!!!!:cheer2:

Terri- Many good thoughts for your friend. You and Steffy are great friends to help her through these tough times.

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

Thank you!

Even the older girls? That IS odd. Alyssa will be in 2 dances, one tap and one ballet. Since she's been in ballet for several years and we already have those pictures, she decided that I should buy the ones of her in her tap costume. I refused to buy both packages, at $27 a pop. I can't photo/videograph her recitals, but I can do both at the dress rehearsals. That's another thing that her studio gets you for. They will "professionally" record the recital, and then sell you the DVD of the ENTIRE show for $35. Sorry, but this mom isn't shelling out MORE money to see my daughter dance twice for about 180 seconds each dance. I'm sure Alyssa will be scarred for life. :rolleyes:

Even the older girls. AND they don't wear costumes to the dress rehearsal, so if you took pics/videos it wouldn't be as cute as the recital. They do sell DVDs but my bosses didn't buy one because Princess was in ONE dance!

Elizabeth tell DH congrats on a more stable run, hope he likes it.

Thank you! :)

Beth - Congrats to Laura & her team! All I know about Universal hotels is that I booked a room in Feb. and they STILL have not charged me for it! :scared: We just booked one night at Royal Pacific because it was least expensive. :confused3

Princess has swimming this morning, and I need to book a haircut for her. DS has a band concert tonight at the high school. :)

[tmfranlk]

Good morning, DDA -

Deb - I'm sorry that Reilly isn't showing much improvement this morning. I hope that he continues to be without pain. :wizard: that everyone has a chance to adjust before it's time to say goodbye. Lots of prayers for your niece as well. I hope she's doing okay.

Tammi - Beautiful picture!!! Our girls wear light makeup for the recital, but not alot. With all of the lights, I can't imagine my pale child in all those lights. We've got the same thing on DVDs here only I think they're $40. Yeah, I think we'll just video tape at the rehersal. ;)

Beth - Congrats to Laura's team! I'm glad you made it through the weekend well. Miles' birthday sounds like it was nice.

Elizabeth - I'm pretty impressed with your morning yesterday. I rarely manage more than 3 errands in a day without losing it. Congrats to DH on the new route. I hope it works out to be a good move for him. Sorry about DS' retainer. What a pain to have to get there twice on top of everything else.

Becky - Good luck with the race. Sounds like a lot of work to add to your already busy schedule. Prayers for your cousin and her family. :wizard:

Bernadette - Prayers for your friend as well. I hope you can get a chance to go see her.

Elin - Have a good time at your conference this week. Sounds like it will be a busy week.

Tom - Good luck finding homes for the kittens. I feel you on the wishing for school to be out. We've got a week and a half left and I can't wait. Even without Terra in school it gets crazy in the last few weeks, plus everything for Rachel, Kassie, Connor....

[tmfranlk]

Well, yesterday ended up as crazy as imagined, but it was a lot of fun! Terra had fun at her last dance class. They did a couple of last recital run throughs and then figured out their ending bows and class picture pose. Granny, my dad and my aunt all got to watch her since it was observation day (they open the curtains on the last class of each month). From there, we went to grab strollers from two locations, through the drive thru for lunch and off to the zoo.

It was a beautiful day for the zoo and we got to see a lot even though Terra and I only have about two hours. Towards the end, we ran into a friend who works at the zoo. He gave us his employee pass to take the kids on the train, children's zoo, etc for free. Luckily, we had just enough time for the train before Terra and I had to leave as that's the one thing Terra always wishes we could do.

We headed straight from there to our last Daisy meeting, which was fun and not as stressful as I feared. My co-leader is a little OCD about having specific plans, far in advance, and one thing planned wasn't going to happen after all and the rest of my plans for the meeting were very flexible/fluid since it was our last meeting and I wanted the girls to decide what we did for most parts. Finally left there, delivered the baby to her dad, picked up Phil and ended with picking up some chicken for a very easy dinner. Whew!

That whole comp shopping, yeah, wasn't happening after that full day. ;) So so we've got to get Granny and Pam to the airport today, hopefully have an easy baby day and then get the shopping done tonight. And sometime, I'll finally make it over to Kristi's to watch last week's Biggest Loser finale on her DVR. By then I may need to make it the Dancing with the Stars finale too since I'm not sure I'll see that either.

Happily, I think I've got a day or two off coming up soon so I'm looking forward to that. Of course, that just means Terra will fill the day with her stuff. ;) Gotta love it, though! :goodvibes:

[Glynis]

Hi, everyone! I'm here, just having problems with my computer, so I haven't been posting much. I thought I'd better reply, though, so I can start getting email notifications at this address! Going back to catch up on yesterday! Talk to y'all soon!

[Pooh67_68]

Hi Glynis

I just figured you were busy getting ready for your trip, not long now. :cheer2:

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

Kristine sent me a text about 30 minutes ago that she is stuck on Toy Story Mania. :rotfl2: Better than Small World!

[tmfranlk]

Kristine sent me a text about 30 minutes ago that she is stuck on Toy Story Mania. :rotfl2: Better than Small World!

Depending on what's going on while you're stuck, that wouldn't necessarily be too bad. Can you play? Are they stuck with the sound looping? Definitely better than Small World or Splash Mountain though.:rotfl:

[my3princes]

I've manged work, errands and a very short nap. Some woman came to the door selling something :headache: She didn't have a prayer of selling me anything after waking me up.

The boys just came through the door. Nick is excited to try on his new dress shoes as they were delivered sometime today.

[my3princes]

Kristine sent me a text about 30 minutes ago that she is stuck on Toy Story Mania. :rotfl2: Better than Small World!

Again. She's been stuck on that one before hasn't she. If I remember right it was for over an hour the last trip.

[tmfranlk]

Ahhhh the sounds of quiet! Kristi and her two went home, Dad took Granny and Pam to the airport, Mom left to get Rachel for a Girl Scout field trip, Terra's in the bathtub and the baby is asleep. It doesn't get much better than this! Totally what I needed right this moment. The only thing missing is the Vanilla Diet Coke I was hoping to run and get before the last of the adults left, but I'll take it anyway. Ahhhh..... :cloud9:

[babytrees]

Again. She's been stuck on that one before hasn't she. If I remember right it was for over an hour the last trip.

I thought that too.

[my3princes]

I'm off to my second job. Have a great evening.

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

So the schedule for the dance place where Princess goes is on the desk. It appears that the latest any classes for her age start is 12:15! :scared1: If she isn't out of school until 11:45 there is NO WAY I can make it to dance, change her clothes, and get her into the classroom in 30 minutes. The school and the dance place are nowhere near each other, and the area around the dance place gets VERY traffic-y at lunch time. And speaking of lunch, I don't think she eats at school! If that is the case I am going to REFUSE to agree to a 12:15 dance class. There is NO WAY, and I do mean NOOOO WAY, that will work if she has not eaten. I e-mailed Momboss about it, so we'll see what she thinks.

[Glynis]

Hi Glynis

I just figured you were busy getting ready for your trip, not long now. :cheer2:

That too. With the computer acting up, it's giving me added incentive to get ready for the trip. All the shopping is done, shirts are ready, and non-essentials are packed.

[lovesdumbo]

Thanks for all the well wished for my friend Sheri.

So I hate not having a good camera, but am too indecisive to decide what I want. Sometimes I drive myself nuts. Actually most of the time I drive myself nuts. ;):laughing:

You should look into the Nikon P90-it is a high end point & shoot like your old Sony. I think it was a 20x zoom. I don't know too much about it but I hear it has some same components as my D90.


DH put a bid in on a grocery route on Friday and they told him today he has the route. He is very pleased. Now he will run the same 3 stores every week and feel more in control of his work. He will also have Fri & Sat off every week - no more rotating.:woohoo:That sounds much better!

For those of you not on FB......

My little tapster. She's dancing to Razzle Dazzle from Chicago.

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y254/tammi67/TapPicture.jpg
Beautiful!!!!

Kristine sent me a text about 30 minutes ago that she is stuck on Toy Story Mania. :rotfl2: Better than Small World!I too remember her getting stuck on that last year. PLEASE don't let Joe find out. He won't go on any ride he thinks might get stuck. He wouldn't go on Spaceship Earth with me because they got stuck on it last August (as I ran for fast passes for Soarin) and they got stuck on Small World too but I was OK missing that one.:laughing: I wouldn't be able take him if he won't go on TSM.:rotfl2:


Depending on what's going on while you're stuck, that wouldn't necessarily be too bad. Can you play? Are they stuck with the sound looping? Definitely better than Small World or Splash Mountain though.:rotfl:You can often shoot but you can NOT earn points.

Ahhhh the sounds of quiet! Kristi and her two went home, Dad took Granny and Pam to the airport, Mom left to get Rachel for a Girl Scout field trip, Terra's in the bathtub and the baby is asleep. It doesn't get much better than this! Totally what I needed right this moment. The only thing missing is the Vanilla Diet Coke I was hoping to run and get before the last of the adults left, but I'll take it anyway. Ahhhh..... :cloud9:
Enjoy the quiet.

[ReAnSt]

You should look into the Nikon P90-it is a high end point & shoot like your old Sony. I think it was a 20x zoom. I don't know too much about it but I hear it has some same components as my D90.


I too remember her getting stuck on that last year. PLEASE don't let Joe find out. He won't go on any ride he thinks might get stuck. He wouldn't go on Spaceship Earth with me because they got stuck on it last August (as I ran for fast passes for Soarin) and they got stuck on Small World too but I was OK missing that one.:laughing: I wouldn't be able take him if he won't go on TSM.:rotfl2:


The problem with the camera is the more I look, the more I can not make up my mind. :laughing: One day I am sure I want a DSLR, and then chicken out and start looking at bridge cameras again and back and forth. As my brother said just jump and get the DSLR, stop being scared about it. You already probably have 2 lens to use that Dad is not using.

There is also the D5000 that just came out that is a slightly stripped down DSLR version of the D90. But I can find the D90 for just a touch more money. So I still keep going back to I should just get the D90. But never seem to jump to get it.

In either case, I have to get another external hard drive to hold that pics that are more then twice the file size as of my previous camera. So I have also been looking at terrabyte hard drives.

As for Joe being scared of getting stuck on rides, he does not want to talk to me. I have been stuck on a lot of rides. ;)

[lovesdumbo]

The problem with the camera is the more I look, the more I can not make up my mind. :laughing: One day I am sure I want a DSLR, and then chicken out and start looking at bridge cameras again and back and forth. As my brother said just jump and get the DSLR, stop being scared about it. You already probably have 2 lens to use that Dad is not using.

There is also the D5000 that just came out that is a slightly stripped down DSLR version of the D90. But I can find the D90 for just a touch more money. So I still keep going back to I should just get the D90. But never seem to jump to get it.

In either case, I have to get another external hard drive to hold that pics that are more then twice the file size as of my previous camera. So I have also been looking at terrabyte hard drives.

As for Joe being scared of getting stuck on rides, he does not want to talk to me. I have been stuck on a lot of rides. ;)


OK...just buy the D90-you will NOT regret it!!! The D5000 doesn't focus. You would likely want to upgrade it so just get the D90 and be done with it!

SO...if you ever meet Joe don't talk about getting stuck on rides.:laughing: Have you ever had to walk off any? He seemed more relaxed about it when he saw the emergency exits but it saddened me that he spent a lot of time worrying about that rather than enjoying himself.

[ReAnSt]

OK...just buy the D90-you will NOT regret it!!! The D5000 doesn't focus. You would likely want to upgrade it so just get the D90 and be done with it!

SO...if you ever meet Joe don't talk about getting stuck on rides.:laughing: Have you ever had to walk off any? He seemed more relaxed about it when he saw the emergency exits but it saddened me that he spent a lot of time worrying about that rather than enjoying himself.

That is the same thing I keep thinking about a Bridge camera or the other D models. I know it is what I want, I just have to pull the trigger so to speak. :laughing: What lens(es) do you have?

I have never had to walk off anything at WDW at least that I remember, although I may have. I have walked off roller coasters and other rides at other parks.

Also right after IOA opened I got stuck on like everything. I think the only 2 things we did not get stuck at some point was Dr. Doom's freefall and the Hulk roller coaster. Let's just say they were not ready to be open. We walked off cat in the hat and Jurassic park in our 1 day there. But that has improved immensely.

[lovesdumbo]

That is the same thing I keep thinking about a Bridge camera or the other D models. I know it is what I want, I just have to pull the trigger so to speak. :laughing: What lens(es) do you have?

I have never had to walk off anything at WDW at least that I remember, although I may have. I have walked off roller coasters and other rides at other parks.

Also right after IOA opened I got stuck on like everything. I think the only 2 things we did not get stuck at some point was Dr. Doom's freefall and the Hulk roller coaster. Let's just say they were not ready to be open. We walked off cat in the hat and Jurassic park in our 1 day there. But that has improved immensely.

SO...why don't you just buy the D90? The thing that held me back was I wasn't sure I wanted to lug it around with the kids. I waited til they were older-had less stuff-wouldn't need to be carried....I'm glad I waited but glad I also finally made the leap.

You should just do it and you'll get it for a lot less than I paid.

[ReAnSt]

Jen- You may be interested in this free Philly zoo pass (http://www.philadelphiazoo.org/getdoc/22823489-6418-4cb8-aced-eb0c01a949af/Get-Your-Summer-Break-Pass!.htm)for teachers.

[Disney Yooper]

I loved The Time Traveler's Wife until a certain point about 2/3 or 3/4 of the way through. I'm sure you know where I mean. Then I had to struggle to finish. It was just too sad for me. I am looking forward to the HP movie. Miles and Laura want to see Night at the Museum II and UP, so I will probably be seeing those. Matthew wants to see Star Trek, but he'll probably go with friends. Dh will want to wait for it on DVD, because he hates spending money on going to the movies (or just about anything ;)).

Chuck & Becky are talking about going to the movie one night up there and they want me to go to the same movie down here so we can go to the movies "together". :cloud9: We'd call and talk about the movie afterwards.

[Blueeyes101817]

Jen- You may be interested in this free Philly zoo pass (http://www.philadelphiazoo.org/getdoc/22823489-6418-4cb8-aced-eb0c01a949af/Get-Your-Summer-Break-Pass!.htm)for teachers.

Thansk Becky! I just signed up and will take the website to the teachers lounge tomorrow!

[Tammi67]

With all this camera talk, I've been meaning to ask you, Bernadette, what setting do you have your camera on when the person or subject is focused and the background is blurry? I want to know how to get that effect.

[Tammi67]

Chuck & Becky are talking about going to the movie one night up there and they want me to go to the same movie down here so we can go to the movies "together". :cloud9: We'd call and talk about the movie afterwards.
That's sweet! :lovestruc

[Tammi67]

I can't believe that this weekend is Memorial Day weekend. Does anyone have anything fun planned, besides you, Debbie? ;)

[Tammi67]

BETH

http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg7/heavenly_angellourdes/happy-belated-birthday-myspace-glit.gif

I hope you had a great day!

[Blueeyes101817]

I can't believe that this weekend is Memorial Day weekend. Does anyone have anything fun planned, besides you, Debbie? ;)

not me...i think im going to seem y best friend and my niece on saturday..but other than that, ive got nothing! i cant believe its the end of May!

[lovesdumbo]

With all this camera talk, I've been meaning to ask you, Bernadette, what setting do you have your camera on when the person or subject is focused and the background is blurry? I want to know how to get that effect.
honestly....I mostly had the camera on automatic but you can force this effect by using a small aperture.

I can't believe that this weekend is Memorial Day weekend. Does anyone have anything fun planned, besides you, Debbie? ;)

Lizzy's birthday is Friday. How can she be 10? I think all 3 will be in the Memorial Day parade but I haven't heard from any leaders yet.

[lovesdumbo]

Happy Birthday Beth!!!

[tinker1bell]

happy birthday beth!!!!!!

[ReAnSt]

SO...why don't you just buy the D90? The thing that held me back was I wasn't sure I wanted to lug it around with the kids. I waited til they were older-had less stuff-wouldn't need to be carried....I'm glad I waited but glad I also finally made the leap.

You should just do it and you'll get it for a lot less than I paid.

Cause I hate to spend that much money on one thing. Plus months ago I said either new camera or FL. Well the camera broke in FL. :rolleyes1:upsidedow

[ReAnSt]

I can't believe that this weekend is Memorial Day weekend. Does anyone have anything fun planned, besides you, Debbie? ;)

Sleep, rest, relax.

Go to Hersheypark for the new section of Boardwalk opening. Although it may be too chilly to partake in the new wave pool and lazy river. This is my hope.

I need to do relay stuff.

[my3princes]

Beth
http://i671.photobucket.com/albums/vv74/megski18/happy-birthday.gif

[my3princes]

I just got home from work and need to be up in 5 hours to go to work :sad2:

http://images.paraorkut.com/img/pics/glitters/n/nitey_nite-7878.gif

[bear74]

Deb - I hope that little niece is OK. :wizard:

[bear74]

Bernadette-I am sorry to hear about your friend's accident. Hope you can make it to see her.

Beth-I think I forgot to say congrats to Laura and her team!!


Becky-that little family is in my prayers!! I know you will get all that needs to be done in time!!!

ditto

[bear74]

Elizabeth-tell your DH "WOOOHOO" for having a set schedule.

:woohoo:

[bear74]

Happy Birthday Beth!!!

[my3princes]

Deb - I hope that little niece is OK. :wizard:

Me too. Chris didn't hear from his Moher yesterday so we don't know anything new.


Man, I'm dog tired thsi morning.

[my3princes]

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[Tammi67]

Man, I'm dog tired thsi morning.
You and me both. I so didn't want to get out of bed.

[Tammi67]

http://img10.glitterfy.com/graphics/106/camel_hump_day.gif

[Tammi67]

Good morning. :)

[bethbuchall]

The problem with the camera is the more I look, the more I can not make up my mind. :laughing: One day I am sure I want a DSLR, and then chicken out and start looking at bridge cameras again and back and forth. As my brother said just jump and get the DSLR, stop being scared about it. You already probably have 2 lens to use that Dad is not using.

There is also the D5000 that just came out that is a slightly stripped down DSLR version of the D90. But I can find the D90 for just a touch more money. So I still keep going back to I should just get the D90. But never seem to jump to get it.

In either case, I have to get another external hard drive to hold that pics that are more then twice the file size as of my previous camera. So I have also been looking at terrabyte hard drives.

As for Joe being scared of getting stuck on rides, he does not want to talk to me. I have been stuck on a lot of rides. ;)

You don't want another bridge camera, you want the dSLR. I was told that by a lot of people before I bought mine, but I just couldn't spend the extra money. If I had to do it again, I probably would have waited until I could afford the dSLR. (Of course, that may be never, so it's good that I have what I have.)

If I ever get a job with more hours (= more money), that will be one of my first purchases.

[bethbuchall]

Chuck & Becky are talking about going to the movie one night up there and they want me to go to the same movie down here so we can go to the movies "together". :cloud9: We'd call and talk about the movie afterwards.

How sweet!