DDA Chapter 6

[tmfranlk]

mine was under $60....at WalMart...regular price was under $100.

I need to make some grocery bags this weekend, thanks for the reminder!!

That's what I should do! I've been using my own bags, but wish I had some more. I totally need to make myself some Disney one!!

 

[tmfranlk]

Hello all! Just finishing up my last babysitting for Kristi's group session. The 3 difficult/bratty children weren't here so it was easy going and done! YEAH!! I guess we're grilling tonight as one of my cousins is in town. Of course, it's supposedly at my parents house and I don't know the details so who knows. Erin was supposed to be talking to Ang about the plans, but I haven't heard. Guess I'd better call to see what the deal is. There's also talk of going out for drinks, but I'm pushing for a family Ted Drewes outing. Phil is sick with some stomach bug so there's no way he could watch Terra while I went for drinks. Besides, I'd much rather waste calories on frozen custard than alcohol.

Catch you all later!

BTW, Jennifer - You could totally sew some simple little girl stuff. There are plenty of "quick" patterns that would be easy to learn on.

 

[tink2020]

mine was under $60....at WalMart...regular price was under $100.

I need to make some grocery bags this weekend, thanks for the reminder!!

BTW, Jennifer - You could totally sew some simple little girl stuff. There are plenty of "quick" patterns that would be easy to learn on.

Yeah, but see I don't really want to! I mean, i get totally excited by the idea. I spent an hour this afternoon looking at sewing machines, calling my mom to see if she still has one and if she uses it (it turns out she has never owned one, you see where I get my sewing skills! ), etc. I was all over JoAnn's looking at ideas, etc and just filling my head with all the things I wanted to do.

But I don't want to measure, cut, and sew them! I think that's a problem. Give me another week on bedrest though, I'll probably start wanting to do all sorts of new things! At least this whim would also be productive After all, for $60-$100 for the sewing machine, the very least I could do is learn to hem my own pants, instead of taking every pair and paying a professional!

 

[tink2020]

Tell me this, though -- is it at all cost-effective, or is it just another expensive hobby like my photoshopping turned out to be? When I made a fleece blanket for my sister for Christmas, it turned out to be a HECK of a lot more expensive than just buying one!

 

[PNO4TE]

ETA: (again) -- ooh, ooh! Do you also know anything from Morton Lauridsen? He's another of my absolute favorites. Very different than Eric Whitacre!

Morten Lauridsen!!!!!! Eric Whitacre is often compared to him, actually.

I have performed:

Les Chansons des Roses

* I. En Une Seule Fleur
* II. Contre Qui, Rose
* III. De Ton Rêve Trop Plein
* IV. La Rose Complète
* V. Dirait-on

Lux Aeterna

* I. Introitus
* II. In Te, Domine, Speravi
* III. O Nata Lux
* IV. Veni, Sancte Spiritus
* V. Agnus Dei

*O Magnum Mysterium
*Ubi Caritas et Amor

We have also done the following Eric Whitacre works:

*Water Night
*Winter
*Go, Lovely Rose

 

[Blueeyes101817]

I finally bought myself a ipod shuffle--i didnt want to get a more expensive one since i think ill primarily use it for vacations, but this was on sale for 45 bucks

So now i just spent a long time putting music on it..i had plans to go out but i am exhausted so i think i am staying in tonight!

 

[PNO4TE]

Jennifer - is this the guy you studied under? Peter Jarjisian?

 

[PNO4TE]

I finally bought myself a ipod shuffle--i didnt want to get a more expensive one since i think ill primarily use it for vacations, but this was on sale for 45 bucks

So now i just spent a long time putting music on it..i had plans to go out but i am exhausted so i think i am staying in tonight!

That was a great deal, Jen! I love my iPod Nano... it is about 1/2 full already!

 

[PNO4TE]

Tell me this, though -- is it at all cost-effective, or is it just another expensive hobby like my photoshopping turned out to be? When I made a fleece blanket for my sister for Christmas, it turned out to be a HECK of a lot more expensive than just buying one!

I think it completely depends on what it is you decide to make. I loved appliquéd things and they were exorbitantly priced, so I learned to do appliqué on Kristin's outfits when she was little. It saved a lot of money over the Kelly's Kids things I was buying before.

 

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

I ran around a lot today, but I don't know if I really accomplished much!

We went to Macy's at 10 AM. It was a madhouse. Clinique was out of everything I wanted to buy, but we did see DS's preschool music teacher! He adored her when he was little, so it was nice to chat with her for a few minutes.
I bought 2 shirts and a belt for DS. I thought the belt was $15, but it was actually $35! Of course it was full price. I almost fell over when she scanned it. I bought it anyway, then told DS we needed to look for a cheaper one.
I returned a pair of shorts for DS to Nordstrom and bought him a perfectly nice belt for $20. I bought a shirt that I had been looking at for the past week.

We grabbed lunch and went home.
I had 2 things to return for DS so I put them in a bag with the belt. I tried on my shirt - NOT GOOD. It was way too long and skin tight. Jones NY is NOT my favorite brand anymore. I bought 2 Polos that fit fine but I'm not sure if I will keep both of them. One is white with black trim, the other is navy with white trim. Loaded up my returns and went back to the mall (left DS with DH). Bought 2 shirts for DH. From there I went to meet with Marci.

It was so nice to see her and chat for a bit! Hopefully Lindsay can join us next time!

I went back home and DH tried on the shirts. They fit weird. He said they were women's. (They weren't, but they did fit funny.) I took those back to Macy's but I didn't have time to go back to Nordstrom.

Princess & I just got home from dinner with DS & DH. She is doing a puzzle before she puts her pajamas on.

 

[Tammi67]

Hi everyone! The show was wonderful! After we finally got there.

 

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

Elin - I'm glad your rehearsal went well! It sounds like you are playing some fabulous pieces! I hope your dinner was tasty!

Becky - I hope you got your paper finished!

Karen - Good luck with the interviews! I hope you find a job AND an attendant!

Jennifer - I have no clue how to sew anything. I might be able to get a button back on. If I am having a good day.

Tammi - I hope you enjoyed Hairspray! I am looking forward to taking DS to Cats.

Tia - Glad you survived the babysitting! I agree - custard over alcohol! I hope Phil feels better soon!

 

[Tammi67]

Today has been the day from you know where. First, soccer game at 8. Nicholas played all 4 quarters and ran his little heart out. They lost, again. His team hasn't scored a goal yet, and their last game is Saturday. Then I went to the nursery to get some hanging baskets for my front porch. Then to the mall where I tried to find a dress. Have I told you I hate shopping. I went home empty handed. When I got home I found that Bob had started a load of laundry, trying to be helpful. I know I should be appreciative but laundry is one of those things that I'm very particular about. But it's neither here nor there because my washer decided to bite the dust, right before the spin cycle. Then we rushed out the door to drive the 53 miles to Washington, DC. The show started at 2 and we left here about 12:10. We didn't get 10 miles up 95 before the back-up started. There was an accident ahead, which created a 20 mile traffic jam. So we arrived at the theater about 2:15, and it had already started. The kids really enjoyed the show. So did I for that matter. We stopped at Olive Garden on the way home for dinner. Luckily that drive was much smoother.

So now, on top of the other 15 things that are on my to-do list, I have to buy a new washer. I have no idea how I'm going to get everything done by Saturday. Did you ever end up getting one, Elin?

Janet, which did you get again?

 

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

Tammi - That does not sound fun!
I am glad you all enjoyed the show, though!

 

[tink2020]

Morten Lauridsen!!!!!! Eric Whitacre is often compared to him, actually.

I have performed:

Les Chansons des Roses

* I. En Une Seule Fleur
* II. Contre Qui, Rose
* III. De Ton Rêve Trop Plein
* IV. La Rose Complète
* V. Dirait-on

Lux Aeterna

* I. Introitus
* II. In Te, Domine, Speravi
* III. O Nata Lux
* IV. Veni, Sancte Spiritus
* V. Agnus Dei

*O Magnum Mysterium
*Ubi Caritas et Amor

We have also done the following Eric Whitacre works:

*Water Night
*Winter
*Go, Lovely Rose

O Magnum Mysterium is my hands-down, absolute favorite that the Mens Glee Club from Miami sings. I can't get enough of it! Lauridsen was my directors professor (well, I assume one of) at USC... so we did a lot of his stuff as well. Club did a lot more though, which was fine -- they sounded phenomenal!

 

[tinknme]

I use to eat raw turnips when I was younger

My soup is in the crockpot! I have to tell you I think I have the weirdest child. I was cutting up the veggies and I used some parsnips and turnips. Molly saw the turnip on the counter and grabbed and took a bite. "Mmmm this is good Mommy!" I can't imagine eating it raw and thinking it was tasty. She continued to munch on it for about 10 minutes.

 

[tinknme]

Oh this is so cute! Great job Deb

The girls' first custom outfits! How cute is this?!

The tag reads "Fun in the Sun with Pooh and Friends; HandMade original by the Old Vermonter"

Thank you, Brooks family!

 

[PNO4TE]

Hi everyone! The show was wonderful! After we finally got there.

The joys of I-95 on a weekend! I am glad you all have a good time!

 

[Glynis]

Hi, everyone! It's been a long weekend, and I apologize for not checking in for several days. Things here are going well. The funeral is all in order, and it looks like it will be quite a thing. Carissa was so loved, they had to move it to a larger chapel. Carrie and her family have received so many cards, flowers, plants, etc., that it's been quite overwhelming. Not to mention the food. They haven't had to cook for almost a week. We were over there last night, and while we were there, 6 families dropped by with spaghetti, ravioli, salad, desserts, etc. Thank heaven for friends and neighbors at a time like this.

I've been practicing my fingers to the bone. I really want to play well for the family. I tend to get nervous performing, so this is a real challenge for me!

Anyway, that's about all the news from my house (except the news that the kids are fighting again, but you didn't really need to know that, right?)

Deb - love the painting!!!

Tammi - sorry about the washer. Glad you enjoyed the show. My prayers are with Bethany as she adjusts.

Bernadette - love the fabric/outfits. You are one sewing maniac!!!!

Jennifer - Glad that the bed rest is going ok so far. Alan sends you his condolences. He remembers how bed rest affected me!

For everyone else -

 

[tinknme]

Good luck with the interviews!

we had a visitor come to our house Tuesday morning. a bird flew into our house at 6 am. it was tough getting him out but he finally left Wednesday afternoon. they have also started on our house. i have interviewed some people for the night position and i have 9 this week too. i had a interview for a job but we will see.