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[cj9200]

Rodgers is on a cart on his way to the locker room. Someone check on Barry to see if he is alright.

 

[theduck619]

Morning guys. Back to work today for me. These four day weekends are nice!

 

[declansdad]

Morning Guys.

Still at home on the Christmas break. Nice time of the year!

 

[mm1971]

Good Morning All,

I hope every had a Merry Christmas! Missed the last 5 days or so as I do not get on the computer much at home. Our electricity went out Christmas morning, but luckily came back on an hour later and I was able to get everything cooked and on the table in time for guest arrival and dinner. Quiet holidays in our hours as the kids are older and only get a few key deliveries from Santa, no more craziness that is a billion toys.

Lost our first hoop game yesterday with my 7th grade team. Was supposed to have 7 players, but only 5 showed up. The team we played was pretty good, but we would beat them with a full roster. Oh well, can't win them all.

Another 2 day work week for me.

Late though it may be.

Merry Christmas to all and may your holiday find you happy healthy and free of domestic violence charges as a result of the family gathering.

No charges at our house. Everyone was well behaved.

Roast beast and the rest of the meal was consumed. The turkey came out exceptionally well, nice and moist. We were invited to the neighbor's house for dessert but I am begging off. I have fought turkey's sleep inducing effects for a while now but think I am about to be overcome.

Did my trifecta (+1) of favorite Christmas movies. It's a Wonderful Life last night, The Christmas Story this morning and currently watching the original The Bishop's Wife now. Saw Christmas Vacation a couple of days ago.

Hope everyone had a great day.

Hey Nemie! What's with the Phins losing to the Jets? If I were you, I would email the team and express your disappointment.

 

[mm1971]

Hey guys. Hope all those celebrating had a great holiday. Successful one here. Got a bottle of Johnny Walker Blue as a gift, so life is good.

Been checking the flights down to WDW for DDC3 weekend... They keep going down. If they keep it up, it might be enough to justify a 2/3 day trip, especially seeing how my marathon entry isn't transferable... I mean, it's possible I could be sick that Friday and have to miss work...


Pipedream, but I'm still holding onto it...

g Flights are cheaper you say? Maybe I'll try to get a few days off and get down there as well. I'll check the schedule. January is a tough time. I think we should have a DDC 3 1/2 in August.

Head down to DaWorld tomorrow - can't wait! Will do my best to post pics but most days are rope drop to fireworks. .

Have a great time!

Good morning, men.

Got some bad news last night. A guy I play basketball with is no longer with us. He was a year older than me, and a great guy, but had been working through some issues the past few years. He was a police officer and did some time in the Navy where his job was helping others get past their problems but he couldn't help himself. He told his wife he didn't love her anymore out of the blue about 6-8 months ago and left her and their 3 kids. The oldest is in second grade and those girls need some prayers.

Prayers being sent!

 

[mm1971]

Afternoon all, checking in and catching up. Been a great holiday so far, Christmas Eve at my moms, Christmas dinner at my brothers and right now chilling out at the inlaws. Saw the third Hobbit last night, and enjoyed that. Best part is no work till Tuesday. Hope everyone else is enjoying their holidays, although judging by the posts that is well in hand.

Enjoy not having to be at work on a Monday! I have today and tomorrow and then taking the rest of the week as I did last week. I think working 2 days a week and having the next 5 off should be a permanent adjustment to the work schedule. Of course I still want the get paid the same amount though.

Another 8-8 season. This is embarrassing, Philbin may have lost his job today.

At least it wasn't a "losing season". He would be #3 so far as we all know Harbaugh and they announced that Atlanta was looking for a new coach (no surprise). As good as Matt Ryan can be at times, I think it's time to admit he can't play in big games and they should look at trying to find a new QB as well.

Just in case you forgot. Pats are the #1 seed in the AFC. There are still a few seats on the bandwagon.

Morning guys. Back to work today for me. These four day weekends are nice!

This will be my second 2 day work week in a row. Not sure how I'm going to be able to work 5 days in a row next week.

Hope you and the kids all had a great Christmas!

 

[brettcw23]

Morning, men. Missed a day over here and it feels like a lifetime! Prayers for those in need.

 

[brettcw23]

Head down to DaWorld tomorrow - can't wait! Will do my best to post pics but most days are rope drop to fireworks.

I end up in that same position. That's probably why I am still working on my November TR!

Yea, he did morning presents with his mom and then came over to join us for breakfast with the IL's. I would rather have him around then hit and miss. We have known him for 4-5 years now and I do have have to give him his props as I told him and DD that they do not have to stand on their heads running all over during Christmas and his response was that he knows how much the Holidays mean so running back and forth is the least he can do.

If he's good to DD and he respects you, that's a good thing right there. I look at young men and break into a cold sweat thinking about the day my daughters date. Sounds like your DD chose a good one.

 

[brettcw23]

Good morning, men.

Got some bad news last night. A guy I play basketball with is no longer with us. He was a year older than me, and a great guy, but had been working through some issues the past few years. He was a police officer and did some time in the Navy where his job was helping others get past their problems but he couldn't help himself. He told his wife he didn't love her anymore out of the blue about 6-8 months ago and left her and their 3 kids. The oldest is in second grade and those girls need some prayers.

I feel awful for him and the family. Prayers are being sent for them.

 

[GoofyIsAsGoofyDoes]

‘Morning all…
Being back in the office is just a mite oppressive. Short week though, so there is that.
Of course, then I get to have the same sense of oppression next Monday…
With no holidays of any kind to break things up from that point on until April…

Sigh…
Do wish our national calendar spread things out a bit better. The November/December time frame is somewhat tough on all of those that have to find themselves fighting the dark clouds.


Wow, wasn’t that just a bright ray of sunshine?
Sorry ‘bout that, but I figure this really is the only place I have that’s safe when it comes to venting.
And it does help...
And I appreciate all y’all for that fact.

Good morning, men.

Got some bad news last night. A guy I play basketball with is no longer with us. He was a year older than me, and a great guy, but had been working through some issues the past few years. He was a police officer and did some time in the Navy where his job was helping others get past their problems but he couldn't help himself. He told his wife he didn't love her anymore out of the blue about 6-8 months ago and left her and their 3 kids. The oldest is in second grade and those girls need some prayers.

Everyone is fighting a battle that none of the rest of us know anything about.
This is supremely sad to hear.
Thoughts and prayers are offered for all of them.

 

[mm1971]

Monday Morning Ownage!

‘Morning all…
Being back in the office is just a mite oppressive. Short week though, so there is that.
Of course, then I get to have the same sense of oppression next Monday…
With no holidays of any kind to break things up from that point on until April…

Sigh…
Do wish our national calendar spread things out a bit better. The November/December time frame is somewhat tough on all of those that have to find themselves fighting the dark clouds.


Wow, wasn’t that just a bright ray of sunshine?
Sorry ‘bout that, but I figure this really is the only place I have that’s safe when it comes to venting.
And it does help...

We get Presidents Day in February. Only 1 day, but at least it's a holiday over the large stretch of months without time off. Will most likely be taking a few days in February as well. No Mexico trip as originally planned, but a few quiet days at home never hurt anyone.

Vent away, that's what we are here for.

 

[DisneyDadC]

Just wishing everyone a Happy Monday! May those who are traveling this week to the DDCC be safe and enjoy your travels. Yes Even you Randall

 

[FreezinRafiki]

Christmas dinner #3 is in the books. I made our turkey, stuffed it and covered the breasts in bacon, this keeps them nice and moist. Smashed potatoes, stuffing, steamed broccoli and cauliflower served with a homemade cheeses sauce, oven roasted sweet potatoes, perogies and homemade gravy. Quite a feast for 4 of us. We definitely have left overs.

My couch is calling... Time to watch some tv or have the tv watch me, whichever happens, I'm good with

Looks like as a professional cook, you never get a day off.

No... not at all. The party was sad.... worst job of the entire year for me. My other Christmas parties were really good. I'd rather be DJing a wedding though.

Inebriated, lonely bridesmaids?

Rodgers is on a cart on his way to the locker room. Someone check on Barry to see if he is alright.

I'm Ok... Now.


Hope everyone had a great Christmas/Hanukkah/Festivus/whatever you feel like celebrating. We had a nice time at my sister's place. Her husband's family was there as well, so it was a little strange, but all in all it was a good time.

Only two days in the office for me this week, then Tuesday night we head south. Not Florida south, unfortunately, but half way there. We decided to head south while DW's parents head north, and meet in the middle in Tennessee for New Year's/2nd Christmas.

 

[afwdwfan]

Hope everyone had a great Christmas/Hanukkah/Festivus/whatever you feel like celebrating. We had a nice time at my sister's place. Her husband's family was there as well, so it was a little strange, but all in all it was a good time.

We used to do that with my aunt for Easter. It started off being my Aunt's family with my Uncle's family. Then my Cousin got married and her husband's family joined. It eventually got to the point where it was a huge gathering and you didn't know half the people there. We were in my cousin's house one year when someone walked through the kitchen. My mom asked her who it was and she didn't even know. I think that was the last year this type of Easter gathering took place.

Only two days in the office for me this week, then Tuesday night we head south. Not Florida south, unfortunately, but half way there. We decided to head south while DW's parents head north, and meet in the middle in Tennessee for New Year's/2nd Christmas.

What part of Tennessee?

 

[FreezinRafiki]

We used to do that with my aunt for Easter. It started off being my Aunt's family with my Uncle's family. Then my Cousin got married and her husband's family joined. It eventually got to the point where it was a huge gathering and you didn't know half the people there. We were in my cousin's house one year when someone walked through the kitchen. My mom asked her who it was and she didn't even know. I think that was the last year this type of Easter gathering took place.

It wasn't that bad - it was just his mom, 2 brothers and a sister.

What part of Tennessee?

Coming through Indy late Tuesday and spending the night. Then hitting Louisville and Mammoth Cave on the 31st on the way down to Chattanooga for meeting up with the Inlaws that night and the 1st. Then (if the weather cooperates on the 2nd) we'll swing down the the Marshall Space Flight center in Huntsville, Alabama on the way to Nashville for the night. Then back home on the 3rd. Looking at hitting Indy again around dinner time and trying to meet up with Duck and all of his ducklings for a bite to eat.

 

[BigTikiDaddy]

Morning...one last day off in my break before the realities of work return. At least it's a short week with New Years off. One last busy spurt Wednesday before things slow right down too. Heading home from the in laws today too later on. No real rush which is nice. We got a WiiU for Christmas as a family gift and it'd be nice to hook it up.

Enjoy not having to be at work on a Monday! I have today and tomorrow and then taking the rest of the week as I did last week. I think working 2 days a week and having the next 5 off should be a permanent adjustment to the work schedule. Of course I still want the get paid the same amount though.

Agreed. Next extra time off is New Years Day then Family Day mid February. I will enjoy not working today be virtue that I don't have to deal with the beer load coming in today or finish any clean up from Christmas. Ha ha.

By the by I tried to text you over the break and it failed. I'll have to figure out what went wrong.

 

[afwdwfan]

It wasn't that bad - it was just his mom, 2 brothers and a sister.


Coming through Indy late Tuesday and spending the night. Then hitting Louisville and Mammoth Cave on the 31st on the way down to Chattanooga for meeting up with the Inlaws that night and the 1st. Then (if the weather cooperates on the 2nd) we'll swing down the the Marshall Space Flight center in Huntsville, Alabama on the way to Nashville for the night. Then back home on the 3rd. Looking at hitting Indy again around dinner time and trying to meet up with Duck and all of his ducklings for a bite to eat.

Wow. That's a lot of driving, but you should get to see a lot of cool stuff. Have a great time!

 

[mm1971]

Morning...one last day off in my break before the realities of work return. At least it's a short week with New Years off. One last busy spurt Wednesday before things slow right down too. Heading home from the in laws today too later on. No real rush which is nice. We got a WiiU for Christmas as a family gift and it'd be nice to hook it up.

Agreed. Next extra time off is New Years Day then Family Day mid February. I will enjoy not working today be virtue that I don't have to deal with the beer load coming in today or finish any clean up from Christmas. Ha ha.

By the by I tried to text you over the break and it failed. I'll have to figure out what went wrong.

g Maybe it's all those extra U's.

I was getting text's pretty regularly, not sure it is on my end. I'll send you one in a few minutes. Let me know if you get it.

It wasn't that bad - it was just his mom, 2 brothers and a sister.


Coming through Indy late Tuesday and spending the night. Then hitting Louisville and Mammoth Cave on the 31st on the way down to Chattanooga for meeting up with the Inlaws that night and the 1st. Then (if the weather cooperates on the 2nd) we'll swing down the the Marshall Space Flight center in Huntsville, Alabama on the way to Nashville for the night. Then back home on the 3rd. Looking at hitting Indy again around dinner time and trying to meet up with Duck and all of his ducklings for a bite to eat.

Have a safe trip Barry! I still think you should keep going until you get to WDW, just sayin.

 

[FreezinRafiki]

Wow. That's a lot of driving, but you should get to see a lot of cool stuff. Have a great time!

Thanks! We did a two week driving trip in August, so we're pretty confident in our planning for this. We've been through Tennessee 4 times (out and back on two drives to WDW), but have never seen it since we always hit it in the middle of the night. I'm curious to see what it actually looks like!

Have a safe trip Barry! I still think you should keep going until you get to WDW, just sayin.

Don't think I haven't considered it!

 

[mm1971]

Hey CJ,

While I didn't see the game, the reports are that Mike Wallace "quit" yesterday. Link:

http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-s...ace-quit-on-dolphins-teammates-014515065.html

Now is that any way to treat others in this time of year when forgiveness is expected? If it makes you feel any better, Sexy Rexy got canned already so at least you still have a coach........for now.

Looks like it's 4 so far. Jets, Bears, 49ers and Falcons from what I have seen. We'll see how many by the end, I say at least 7.