8/17/08 Captain Jack's Repossession Repo Cruise to PC thru TPC Part 11

[got2travel]

I promise I won't be such a downer all the time....

I decided this morning that I am flying to RI for the funeral of the Coastie who died. I need to be there. It's only money. A lot of it, but it's only money.

I spoke to DH "Steve" for the first time this morning since it happened. I've had several conversations with "LCDR Sk8ingdad", the officer, not the man, during the last few days, but today is the first time I've talked to the man.
I need to go to be there with him. He is working so hard to make sure everything and everyone else is taken care of. He is responsible for the well-being of 76 people and one of them is not coming home. Non-military won't get this, but in a way, I represent all of the wives. I've never been one of those wives who try to wear my husband's rank on my own sleeve, I actually avoid it at all costs because it drives me nuts, but this time I need to be there for all the people who can't.

And oh yeah, I having a hour-long press event Tuesday morning with all our local mayors, state legislators and one of AK's senators...no stress at work. It's a great time to take a day or 2 off.

What are they going to do, fire me?

Thanks for listening (reading).

M, I think it's great that you are going to support your hubby. Sounds like it will help you too. I can't imagine the stress and multiple dynamics of a miltary family, but I thank God that there are those who live it every day just to take care of the rest of us.

 

[Andrew DEREK UK]

Yes, we have one that does points for reusing or bringing your own cloth bags. (I think it's Trader Joe's, but I'm not sure.) It's a great idea, and I think all retailers should do it.

We are going very green very quickly.

 

[Andrew DEREK UK]

Hey wait.... Then i'll have to purchase bags to put my dog pooh in....

 

[jonesing]

I had shorts on this afternoon reading the meters, it was sooooooooooooooooo nice to get out of that winter garb...........

My ortho doc said everything is looking as good as can be expected. He did say that I have arthritis on the inside of both knees, but I already knew that....... As long as no major problems arise, I will go back to see the ortho doc next March for my annual check-up.

Yay Andy!

A while back I mentioned that Dillard's had their Exofficio and Royal Robbins clothing on clearance. The clothing had UV protection and some items had built-in insect repellant. Sam's Club is selling some Weatherproof Garment Company camp shirts that have UV protection. $14 or so I think.

 

[poohssmum]

I promise I won't be such a downer all the time....

I decided this morning that I am flying to RI for the funeral of the Coastie who died. I need to be there. It's only money. A lot of it, but it's only money.

I spoke to DH "Steve" for the first time this morning since it happened. I've had several conversations with "LCDR Sk8ingdad", the officer, not the man, during the last few days, but today is the first time I've talked to the man.
I need to go to be there with him. He is working so hard to make sure everything and everyone else is taken care of. He is responsible for the well-being of 76 people and one of them is not coming home. Non-military won't get this, but in a way, I represent all of the wives. I've never been one of those wives who try to wear my husband's rank on my own sleeve, I actually avoid it at all costs because it drives me nuts, but this time I need to be there for all the people who can't.

And oh yeah, I having a hour-long press event Tuesday morning with all our local mayors, state legislators and one of AK's senators...no stress at work. It's a great time to take a day or 2 off.

What are they going to do, fire me?

Thanks for listening (reading).

Not only will you represent the wives, but you'll also be there to support "the man" at a time when it sounds like he really needs your support. Take care and let us know if there's anything "we" can do for you too.

 

[atakaratemom]

I promise I won't be such a downer all the time....

I decided this morning that I am flying to RI for the funeral of the Coastie who died. I need to be there. It's only money. A lot of it, but it's only money.

I spoke to DH "Steve" for the first time this morning since it happened. I've had several conversations with "LCDR Sk8ingdad", the officer, not the man, during the last few days, but today is the first time I've talked to the man.
I need to go to be there with him. He is working so hard to make sure everything and everyone else is taken care of. He is responsible for the well-being of 76 people and one of them is not coming home. Non-military won't get this, but in a way, I represent all of the wives. I've never been one of those wives who try to wear my husband's rank on my own sleeve, I actually avoid it at all costs because it drives me nuts, but this time I need to be there for all the people who can't.

And oh yeah, I having a hour-long press event Tuesday morning with all our local mayors, state legislators and one of AK's senators...no stress at work. It's a great time to take a day or 2 off.

What are they going to do, fire me?

Thanks for listening (reading).

You're doing the right thing M. I wish I could help you with your press event, but it's a little out of my geographical reach. I know how stressful these PR events can be and you don't need stress right now. Just focus on where you're needed most and trust that the rest will all fall into place. Have a safe trip and take good care!

 

[Andrew DEREK UK]

Bye for now.

 

[jonesing]

Well, this is interesting...and good! San Francisco has passed a law that bans grocery stores from using plastic bags. (I know I am guilty of choosing plastic over paper , but I have actually been considering buying a few of those heavy-duty canvas tote bags and just bringing them with me when I shop...)

Hopefully it will inspire more cities to do the same!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070328/ap_on_re_us/plastic_bag_ban

"The law, approved 10-1, requires large markets and drug stores to offer customers bags made of paper that can be recycled, plastic that breaks down easily enough to be made into compost, or reusable cloth."

So mom-n-pop stores can have regular plastic bags as well as 7-11 stores? I don't equate Circle K/7-11 to Albertson's or Vons.

But when are they going to take the next logical (to them) step and ban plastic trash bags?

I actually prefer the paper bags (if they have handles) because they tend to not let apples etc roll out when they shift around.

 

[Verandah Man]

Bye for now.

Andrew

 

[Verandah Man]

Since your there for that day April 6th, you choose a location, park, restaurant and we will accomodate. A park might be fun.

Since some others are coming in that day, I like the pool idea myself, a relaxing evening around the pool before the drive home, sounds perfect to me, let's see what the others have to say...................

 

[ChrizJen]

"The law, approved 10-1, requires large markets and drug stores to offer customers bags made of paper that can be recycled, plastic that breaks down easily enough to be made into compost, or reusable cloth."

So mom-n-pop stores can have regular plastic bags as well as 7-11 stores? I don't equate Circle K/7-11 to Albertson's or Vons.

But when are they going to take the next logical (to them) step and ban plastic trash bags?

I actually prefer the paper bags (if they have handles) because they tend to not let apples etc roll out when they shift around.

Yeah, I'm not exactly sure why they've only decided to impose this on the "big chains". I suppose the reasoning would be that the largest volume of plastic bag usage comes from the big stores.
But it's a step in the right direction. Like most grass-roots efforts, it's a small step. But a step none the less. Rome wasn't built in a day...LOL
OK, I'll stop with the cheesy cliches...

 

[daipp]

As soon as one Diser from the UK goes, another one comes along......evening all !!

David

 

[ChrizJen]

Yes, we must maintain our British presence here on the DIS at all times...Like the changing of the guards...

Hello, David!

 

[Verandah Man]

As soon as one Diser from the UK goes, another one comes along......evening all !!

David

Hi There David

It's dinner time here at our house, Roast Beef, Baked Potatoes and Creamed Corn, yum! yum!

 

[daipp]

Hi There David

It's dinner time here at our house, Roast Beef, Baked Potatoes and Creamed Corn, yum! yum!

It's past suppertime here - 22:11 to be precise !!

I had a turkey salad sandwich and I'm now (in true British style) drinking a cup of tea.

David

 

[ChrizJen]

Hi There David

It's dinner time here at our house, Roast Beef, Baked Potatoes and Creamed Corn, yum! yum!

Yummy!!

 

[DindelsPA]

Good afternoon all!

I hope you're all enjoying a wonderful spring afternoon!!!

My wife promised me today that she will sign up on the board today. So maybe later today she will make her debut.

She will need all the support possible.

Hi Johanna!!! We're really a nice bunch of

I promise I won't be such a downer all the time....

I decided this morning that I am flying to RI for the funeral of the Coastie who died. I need to be there. It's only money. A lot of it, but it's only money.

I spoke to DH "Steve" for the first time this morning since it happened. I've had several conversations with "LCDR Sk8ingdad", the officer, not the man, during the last few days, but today is the first time I've talked to the man.
I need to go to be there with him. He is working so hard to make sure everything and everyone else is taken care of. He is responsible for the well-being of 76 people and one of them is not coming home. Non-military won't get this, but in a way, I represent all of the wives. I've never been one of those wives who try to wear my husband's rank on my own sleeve, I actually avoid it at all costs because it drives me nuts, but this time I need to be there for all the people who can't.

And oh yeah, I having a hour-long press event Tuesday morning with all our local mayors, state legislators and one of AK's senators...no stress at work. It's a great time to take a day or 2 off.

What are they going to do, fire me?

Thanks for listening (reading).

M - So sorry to hear about your loss. It's people like you and your DH who do truly make a difference in the lives they touch, be it known or not. and for you and all of the support you offer to the CG and their families.

 

[Esteri]

Hee hee. I have the original box from everything I own! I've managed to do it without renting a space.


Yeah, let's get our boys together...how do you feel about taking a cruise in Aug.'08??

Ah well, when you get half the sq footage per $$ in CA as you do in VA - storage units become necessary.

I'm up for a cruise in Aug'08. Which one do you think we should do?

I don't fit into the pack rat category. I throw all boxes away, unless they go to a collectible. When we moved 13 years ago, all boxes that were still unpacked in the basement a year later were loaded into the back of DH's pick up (3 trips) where taken to the Goodwill. I didn't even open and glance in.

My hero.

Well, this is interesting...and good! San Francisco has passed a law that bans grocery stores from using plastic bags. (I know I am guilty of choosing plastic over paper , but I have actually been considering buying a few of those heavy-duty canvas tote bags and just bringing them with me when I shop...)

Hopefully it will inspire more cities to do the same!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070328/ap_on_re_us/plastic_bag_ban

Save the dinosaurs!! Use paper bags!!!

Sorry, couldn't help myself. I tend to get paper myself, unless I'm running out of dog clean up bags.

Hi all! I just booked our airfare for our Aug. vacation. We are flying Jetblue into MCO & staying at the Radisson the night before our 3-day RCCL cruise & then heading to BWV's for almost 2 weeks.

When are you going to be there? We're there 8/19 - 8/29. Any overlap?? Wait? Did we already figure out that we're missing each other by a couple of days?

We booked a room at Pop Century this morning for Friday April 6th, I think there are some others arriving that day as well, it would be great to have a meet somewhere in the World before heading back home. We are leaving Saturday morning April 7th for the drive back to Jersey.

One day? What's up with that?

 

[Esteri]

I promise I won't be such a downer all the time....

I decided this morning that I am flying to RI for the funeral of the Coastie who died. I need to be there. It's only money. A lot of it, but it's only money.

I spoke to DH "Steve" for the first time this morning since it happened. I've had several conversations with "LCDR Sk8ingdad", the officer, not the man, during the last few days, but today is the first time I've talked to the man.
I need to go to be there with him. He is working so hard to make sure everything and everyone else is taken care of. He is responsible for the well-being of 76 people and one of them is not coming home. Non-military won't get this, but in a way, I represent all of the wives. I've never been one of those wives who try to wear my husband's rank on my own sleeve, I actually avoid it at all costs because it drives me nuts, but this time I need to be there for all the people who can't.

And oh yeah, I having a hour-long press event Tuesday morning with all our local mayors, state legislators and one of AK's senators...no stress at work. It's a great time to take a day or 2 off.

What are they going to do, fire me?

Thanks for listening (reading).

You're not a downer. You're one of the funniest folks here - and don't you forget it.

Go. Take care of your man. Stand up for the wives. The press conference will take care of itself.

 

[Verandah Man]

One day? What's up with that?

We'll be staying at our place, about one hour north of WDW, until Friday 4/6, then we are heading down and just spending one night so we can join in on the mini-meet before we head home on Saturday 4/7.