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[Haley R]

That's hubby's family "It's all about the sides" is literally their mantra. They'd get a 20 lbs turkey for 16 people and eat it all weekend (3 nights plus a little left for turkey soup). The one year I counted 4 different types of stuffing, another year there were enough pies for each adult to have one for themselves (they were eating pie for breakfast just to make a dent in it. It's fruit right?). Plus we celebrate a couple birthdays so there's a cake too. (Couldn't sell putting a candle in one of the pies)
After all these years I'm still not sure how they always manage to fit it all on the table.

OTOH my fam would do a 20lbs turkey for 6 And sometimes Mom would go crazy and go bigger, I think the record was 26 lbs? She did agree that it was too big but not because of the amount - she didn't like the cook on it so she agreed we should stick with a smaller bird. We cook for a small army but we like leftovers. This would be a travesty in our house -

I like turkey but I love all of the sides. I bought a 6 lb turkey for Dh and I. We’ll probably snack off of it all weekend. This is our first time ever making thanksgiving so we’ll see how it goes lol. Dh isn’t a big turkey eater either. He’s more excited for deviled eggs and a veggie platter (that he will be eating himself ) His mom actually makes ham and turkey and thanksgiving.

 

[Judique]

Yup. Check back each day and pick them up as they get dropped. We won’t be doing our annual fall trip next year, but I’m hoping we’ll have luck in 2021. I know that’ll be a tough year but hopefully the walking will continue to be a self fulfilling prophecy.

I walked to get our trip this fall (Nov 2-10, so a very tough weekend to start) but then I watched and each day came up as others continued walking. With an October use year, I don’t have much time to get a walk started and I know it’s getting harder as more people walk. But as long as there are some walking past to later dates, you’ve got a shot.

You know, I think I had to pick up a couple of nights for 2019 as they dropped when I was booking my past vacation, because I did Nov3 on, which would have been similar to yours. I think I actually forgot to book, got in last minute and got it over a few days. Right now though, the days missing in October go all the way back to Oct 18 with just one night available on Oct 25. Almost tempted to book that night to see if it will trigger some more nights.

 

[WVMomof3]

DD rode the Amtrak from school overnight. Picked her up this morning at what has always been a very quiet stop, usually only see 1 or 2 people get on or off. Today there were about 10 people waiting to get on. I saw 3 people get off. And then nothing. I talked to conductor collecting tickets and told him she didn't get off. He found her in the system right away. He yelled to 2nd conductor there is someone else supposed to get off. He was like I only had 3 people and they all got off, she must not be on here. I am like dude, she is on the train, I can see her phone location. OMG, I was a panicking a little. I think if it was just that guy he would have left. He disappeared for a few minutes and said I don't see her and then pointed to one of the people that got off and said is that her. lol, Ummm, I think I know what my DD looks like and no that is not her. The first guy was like, she is on the train you need to find her. He then made an announcement - first name last name, this is your stop. You need to get off the train now. lol Probably woke up the whole train. But thank goodness it woke her up. She said she doesn't usually sleep good on the train and they have always told her when her stop is coming up, I am not sure what happened. I wonder how often that happens that someone misses a stop. Her phone was at 5% so it could have been ugly if she did miss it. I thought we were going to be a few minutes late too, thank goodness we were not.

 

[Judique]

Has anyone had smoked turkey for Thanksgiving? That was the first year we didn't have mountains of turkey leftovers I miss it!

I've had it and like it, but the kids are frying the turkey again this year.

 

[Judique]

DD rode the Amtrak from school overnight. Picked her up this morning at what has always been a very quiet stop, usually only see 1 or 2 people get on or off. Today there were about 10 people waiting to get on. I saw 3 people get off. And then nothing. I talked to conductor collecting tickets and told him she didn't get off. He found her in the system right away. He yelled to 2nd conductor there is someone else supposed to get off. He was like I only had 3 people and they all got off, she must not be on here. I am like dude, she is on the train, I can see her phone location. OMG, I was a panicking a little. I think if it was just that guy he would have left. He disappeared for a few minutes and said I don't see her and then pointed to one of the people that got off and said is that her. lol, Ummm, I think I know what my DD looks like and no that is not her. The first guy was like, she is on the train you need to find her. He then made an announcement - first name last name, this is your stop. You need to get off the train now. lol Probably woke up the whole train. But thank goodness it woke her up. She said she doesn't usually sleep good on the train and they have always told her when her stop is coming up, I am not sure what happened. I wonder how often that happens that someone misses a stop. Her phone was at 5% so it could have been ugly if she did miss it. I thought we were going to be a few minutes late too, thank goodness we were not.

Glad it worked out for you and your daughter. I'm guessing you tried calling her and she didn't wake up? Or the phone didn't ring? May be time to get one of those extra battery packs.

 

[marsh0013]

You know, I think I had to pick up a couple of nights for 2019 as they dropped when I was booking my past vacation, because I did Nov3 on, which would have been similar to yours. I think I actually forgot to book, got in last minute and got it over a few days. Right now though, the days missing in October go all the way back to Oct 18 with just one night available on Oct 25. Almost tempted to book that night to see if it will trigger some more nights.

Since today is the 27, people may not have walked forward to release the 26 yet. I bet the 26 pops up at some point. Then the 27 will, and so on. Usually one day at a time, but sometimes in larger chunks. Just depends if the walker is walking forward each day, or waiting a few days. Good luck!

 

[StephPlum]

Question on PNC bank. I received the bonuses on both DH and my accounts. Waited 180 days and now transferred all the money out. How do I close the account? Is there a chat feature or do I need to call? Thanks.

 

[Judique]

Since today is the 27, people may not have walked forward to release the 26 yet. I bet the 26 pops up at some point. Then the 27 will, and so on. Usually one day at a time, but sometimes in larger chunks. Just depends if the walker is walking forward each day, or waiting a few days. Good luck!

Thanks so much marsh0013! I'm 'slow' on the walking points as I've not really had to do it. You are correct - it will pop up and disappear just as fast. Good thing I can actually stay glued to this laptop.

 

[WVMomof3]

Glad it worked out for you and your daughter. I'm guessing you tried calling her and she didn't wake up? Or the phone didn't ring? May be time to get one of those extra battery packs.

Called many times while standing there. But for some reason my kids keep their phones on total silence. No buzz or anything. Drives me crazy. When they lose the phone in the car or house, I am always offering to call, but it does no good if you cant hear anything! She does have an extra battery but didn't bring it and forgot her charger cord too. She remembered as soon as she got on the train and texted that her phone might be dead before she arrived. So probably only lasted because she did sleep so good. lol Wasn't awake to be on it.

 

[miztressuz]

Question on PNC bank. I received the bonuses on both DH and my accounts. Waited 180 days and now transferred all the money out. How do I close the account? Is there a chat feature or do I need to call? Thanks.

You should be able to SM still. Here's where I found it before - https://www.disboards.com/threads/i...t-page-for-addl-details.3729982/post-60666926

 

[StephPlum]

Today is prep day.
Thawing 21 lb turkey. DH, DS and DD love leftovers. Once I get done with lunch tomorrow, I love not cooking for the next 4 days!
Apple pie is cooling. Stuffing is mixed up and ready to stuff tomorrow am. Green bean casseroles are done, will just reheat in slow cooker tomorrow. The other items will be cooked tomorrow (mashed potatoes, gravy, beets).

I still have Christmas goodies to finish. All the almond thumbprints are done, cake ball truffles are 1/2 done. Still need to make buckeyes, peanut brittle and caramels. All will be finished by next weekend as I need to give out as gifts at work.

Unless Lowes has the BF deal on poinsettias, I will not be going out on Friday but will spend the day decorating for Christmas.

 

[StephPlum]

You should be able to SM still. Here's where I found it before - https://www.disboards.com/threads/i...t-page-for-addl-details.3729982/post-60666926

Thanks.

 

[jhoannam]

Can you cancel it?

You could always try to cancel...

He is returning the shirt because it didn't fit, I just hope the refund the points and not the cash value.

 

[PolyRob]

@Haley R I am glad you got what you needed AND that Target corrected the price!

@PolyRob so lame! Wth Target? They even advertised their video game early sale with a game thats not on sale yet. The books I wanted also aren’t up yet. Guess I’m checking in again for the circle sale.

I did get my husband 3 video games for $69 when they retail for $189 so not too shabby.

Totally unimpressed....My brain decided 3 am was a good time to wake up, so I spent some time perusing the 34(which reduced to 33 during that time) pages.... Stocking stuffers and video games galore! Meh

Target ad was a bust. I’ll wait for Walmart tonight

Glad you got the stroller/carseat! I was going to post to make sure you saw the lower price but others beat me to it. I was mostly disappointed by the sale but did get some Rubbermaid food storage that I needed.

I am glad I was not the only person disappointed in the Target ad! I guess I will just have to get multiple 20% off coupons and make my own Target deals on items that aren't excluded LOL

 

[PolyRob]

Time to go digital/streaming, young millennial.

HAHA I swear, I do stream! My Blu-Ray player is just on the fritz so I figured this was a good time to swap it out. I had my eye on the Sony in the ad. I will wait until tonight!

 

[wendow]

I am glad I was not the only person disappointed in the Target ad! I guess I will just have to get multiple 20% off coupons and make my own Target deals on items that aren't excluded LOL

Totally underwhelmed and glad I didn’t wait up!!

Target ad was a bust. I’ll wait for Walmart tonight

Same! Do you know what time it starts?

I thought I saw a Sephora offer on one of my cards but now that I have a use for it I can't for the life of me find it. Anyone remember if it was even chase or amex?

Pretty sure it was Amex. I had it too. Never added it but I think it was on Amex.

Called many times while standing there. But for some reason my kids keep their phones on total silence. No buzz or anything. Drives me crazy. When they lose the phone in the car or house, I am always offering to call, but it does no good if you cant hear anything! She does have an extra battery but didn't bring it and forgot her charger cord too. She remembered as soon as she got on the train and texted that her phone might be dead before she arrived. So probably only lasted because she did sleep so good. lol Wasn't awake to be on it.

I would have been freaking out too. Glad she’s safe and home. My teens keep their phone on utter silence all the time too. It drives me nuts.

 

[AmyAnne]

Okay airline travel experts: what are the guidelines for tweeting about delayed flights? Our flight is two hours delayed (and counting) because of "weather in Minneapolis" and "waiting on a crew." Supposedly there was "weather overnight" in Minneapolis that affected a 9 am flight --seriously, isn't Minneapolis prepared for weather? I realize this isn't a huge delay (yet--the flight still hasn't taken off) but I'm still irked.

ETA: Just looking at the Delta twitter page and I see that Delta did anticipate weather in Minneapolis--even issued a weather waiver. But still didn't anticipate delays with their crews or plan alternate routes for their planes? Ugh.

 

[wendow]

Glad you got your stroller @Haley! I saw the lower price when I checked this morning but I wasn’t up when the sale went live so maybe they had a glitch.

 

[elgerber]

Okay airline travel experts: what are the guidelines for tweeting about delayed flights? Our flight is two hours delayed (and counting) because of "weather in Minneapolis" and "waiting on a crew." Supposedly there was "weather overnight" in Minneapolis that affected a 9 am flight --seriously, isn't Minneapolis prepared for weather? I realize this isn't a huge delay (yet--the flight still hasn't taken off) but I'm still irked.

Sorry about your flight. But yes, while MPLS is prepared for weather, we got the biggest November snowstorm in 18 years overnight, and it was a mess everywhere! They keep up the best that they can.

 

[AmyAnne]

Sorry about your flight. But yes, while MPLS is prepared for weather, we got the biggest November snowstorm in 18 years overnight, and it was a mess everywhere! They keep up the best that they can.

I get that there's nothing that Delta can do about the snow but surely--with two days advance notice (the weather waiver was issued on 11/25)--they could figure out how to adjust their crews' schedules. A response to one of the questions someone tweeted said that Delta doesn't anticipate any delays on the 27--well if you don't anticipate delays, then you don't have a plan for them. So when they happen everyone is just stuck.