Let the Prom Drama CONTINUE . . . . . . . .

[mamacatnv]

I'll never forget stepping on a great big spider and having what looked like hundreds of little spiders escape from the body.

All right; I'm getting a little creeped out here!!! Yuk!!!!!!!!!!!!!

we have this horrible spider called a wolf spider that carries its babies on its back (Its huge and has "ears" that make it look like a cat, some call it a cat spider) and if you squish it with your foot you had better be ready to put the tap dance lessons into practice because those babies scatter.
Here, check it out! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolf_spider

What??? You think the $1000 I'm spending on wedding cake isn't reasonable?

My DH asked her why she didn't just order a few cup cakes and call it good

I agree. Kids have to "hurt" a bit financially and realize that money does not grow on trees. By that, I don't mean that I would ever deny my children food, shelter or necessary things. But "necessary" does not include I-Phones or Ugg boots!!!!

Depends on who you ask as to the necessity of the item but I totally agree. One time I was watching the Apprentice and one of the rewards was dinner with Trump JR. He was telling the candidates about his college life. Dad paid for all costs, tuition, R&B, books etc. then gave the kids a $250 month allowance, that was it. Anything more and they had to figure it out. That man has more $$ than almost anybody and yet IMO he taught his kids a very valuable life lesson. I can't stand Trump Sr. but from what I have seen (and not read in the tabloids) those kids seem pretty well grounded, and they are both smart to boot. He could have given them everything and they could be the monster celebrities that we so often see in the headlines, but he didn't and they aren't.

Actually, she has, although my SIL and BIL are starting to loosen up the reins a bit. This will be interesting to watch as the plans come together. I'm still hoping for a Vegas wedding. Our side of the family is the "fun" ones and we'd all go to Vegas in a heartbeat (remember, I have never been and I'm dying to go!!). My BIL's side are a bunch of stuffed shirts who think that alcohol is a horrible things to imbibe, so we're thinking they may not even come. (By the way, Sheila, I know that you don't drink, but you don't seem like the sort to harshly judge anyone who does, so I hope you don't take offense. ).

Thank you. We try and do activities rather than buy things, just like you.

Heck, she still talks to me

Vegas would be fun

My Bro did not have alcohol at his wedding, his brides family was against it, although SIL can put away wine like it's no ones business The best man is quite the partier and came equipped with his own fully stocked bar in the back of his Chevy Tahoe people were wandering out to the parking lot during the reception, it was kind of funny.

 

[Sandy V.]

we have this horrible spider called a wolf spider that carries its babies on its back (Its huge and has "ears" that make it look like a cat, some call it a cat spider) and if you squish it with your foot you had better be ready to put the tap dance lessons into practice because those babies scatter.
Here, check it out! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolf_spider

If I ever come to Nevada to visit you, I want a bed with netting to keep that thing out!!!!

Depends on who you ask as to the necessity of the item but I totally agree. One time I was watching the Apprentice and one of the rewards was dinner with Trump JR. He was telling the candidates about his college life. Dad paid for all costs, tuition, R&B, books etc. then gave the kids a $250 month allowance, that was it. Anything more and they had to figure it out. That man has more $$ than almost anybody and yet IMO he taught his kids a very valuable life lesson. I can't stand Trump Sr. but from what I have seen (and not read in the tabloids) those kids seem pretty well grounded, and they are both smart to boot. He could have given them everything and they could be the monster celebrities that we so often see in the headlines, but he didn't and they aren't.

That's a good philosophy, especially for a rich family. Trump Sr. handled that very well. Good way to not allow his kids to grow up with some sort of entitlement complex.

Heck, she still talks to me

She talks to me too, so at least she likes US drinkers.

Vegas would be fun

My Bro did not have alcohol at his wedding, his brides family was against it, although SIL can put away wine like it's no ones business The best man is quite the partier and came equipped with his own fully stocked bar in the back of his Chevy Tahoe people were wandering out to the parking lot during the reception, it was kind of funny.

That sounds hilarious!!! We were pretty poor when we got married and had a cash bar. We know of one guest (a high school friend of DH's) who didn't come to our wedding because we didn't have an open bar. His loss!!

 

[mamacatnv]

So that's the going price of cake in Mississippi?!?!?! My goodness I'm in the wrong business.

I was watching an episode of Platinum Weddings the other night with DD (I realize we need to knock that off, nothing good will come of it )
Anyway, the couple had a custom cake that was built to look like a horse drawn coach, complete with gold wheels and a canopy - cost $35K Yes, it was 35K, I rewound to double check thinking it was $3,500 - the cake designer stated that there was over $4K of liquid 24K gold used in the decorating.

 

[horseshowmom]

I feel the same way about mice - I think living in old country farmhouses close to grain bins made them so prevalent in my childhood that they still give me the creeps.

That's one of the few benefits of having a dozen cats!

I agree. Kids have to "hurt" a bit financially and realize that money does not grow on trees. By that, I don't mean that I would ever deny my children food, shelter or necessary things. But "necessary" does not include I-Phones or Ugg boots!!!!

I even made DD wait to get her RAZR until Cingular had a deal for a free one with renewal!

I know this is one area she will enjoy while she is lamanting the lack of fashion her uniform provides!

I suspect she is going to be surprised about the uniform deal. As I've said before, our students publicly complain about them, but when they're privately polled, they are overwhelmingly in favor of keeping them. It really does take the hassle out of getting ready in the morning.

Actually, she has, although my SIL and BIL are starting to loosen up the reins a bit. This will be interesting to watch as the plans come together. I'm still hoping for a Vegas wedding. Our side of the family is the "fun" ones and we'd all go to Vegas in a heartbeat (remember, I have never been and I'm dying to go!!). My BIL's side are a bunch of stuffed shirts who think that alcohol is a horrible things to imbibe, so we're thinking they may not even come. (By the way, Sheila, I know that you don't drink, but you don't seem like the sort to harshly judge anyone who does, so I hope you don't take offense. ).

No offense taken here, but I've got to tell you that I'm glad that none of our bunch drinks. The cost of the wedding really goes up when you have to provide alcohol too!

So that's the going price of cake in Mississippi?!?!?! My goodness I'm in the wrong business.

Well, to be honest, I'm not sure what I'm paying for the cake (haven't gotten my itemized quote yet - just know what the total is for everything). I do know that I have waayyy too much cake for the size of the wedding, but DD wanted a 3 layer cake for the pictures, and then she wanted a groom's cake too (so guests would have a choice). We'll have cake running out our ears (just what I need hanging around particularly since I HATE to waste anything ).

The lady who is doing DD's wedding will take care of everything (venue, cakes, flowers, decorating, food, etc.), so the quote I got was for it all (she's sending me an itemized quote too).

we have this horrible spider called a wolf spider that carries its babies on its back (Its huge and has "ears" that make it look like a cat, some call it a cat spider) and if you squish it with your foot you had better be ready to put the tap dance lessons into practice because those babies scatter.
Here, check it out! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolf_spider

He could have given them everything and they could be the monster celebrities that we so often see in the headlines, but he didn't and they aren't.

Unlike quite a few celebrities that I could name...




Y'all, today was a really frustrating day - frustrating enough that I'm not up to talking about it yet. I'm really struggling with my change in position. We had opening session this morning and had lots of problems come up (and I'm the one who wound up having to handle most of them).

DH commented afterwards that it sure was a good thing I was there. One of the vendors introduced themselves to me afterwards too and asked my name. She asked what my title was "since it was pretty obvious that I handled a lot of different things". I just smiled and told her my name. I told DH that I almost wanted to cry and just announce to her that I'm the new elementary school librarian.

There were still some of the teachers who didn't know my job was gone. When I explained the change, I saw quite a few of them turning and looking at each other. I've had a lot come to me and tell them how upset they are about it. Me too...

 

[Sandy V.]

That's one of the few benefits of having a dozen cats!

True enough.

I even made DD wait to get her RAZR until Cingular had a deal for a free one with renewal!

What a mean mom!!!

I suspect she is going to be surprised about the uniform deal. As I've said before, our students publicly complain about them, but when they're privately polled, they are overwhelmingly in favor of keeping them. It really does take the hassle out of getting ready in the morning.

I agree. My kids have never worn uniforms, but I know that I would have loved it if they had. I think they make life a lot easier.

No offense taken here, but I've got to tell you that I'm glad that none of our bunch drinks. The cost of the wedding really goes up when you have to provide alcohol too!

Yeah, I occasionally go out and look at the Dis section on weddings and I am just FLOORED at what folks are spending on booze and dinner!!!

Well, to be honest, I'm not sure what I'm paying for the cake (haven't gotten my itemized quote yet - just know what the total is for everything). I do know that I have waayyy too much cake for the size of the wedding, but DD wanted a 3 layer cake for the pictures, and then she wanted a groom's cake too (so guests would have a choice). We'll have cake running out our ears (just what I need hanging around particularly since I HATE to waste anything ).

The lady who is doing DD's wedding will take care of everything (venue, cakes, flowers, decorating, food, etc.), so the quote I got was for it all (she's sending me an itemized quote too).

Sounds like a good package deal. You'll have to have Melissa and me down after the wedding to help you eat the leftovers.

Y'all, today was a really frustrating day - frustrating enough that I'm not up to talking about it yet. I'm really struggling with my change in position. We had opening session this morning and had lots of problems come up (and I'm the one who wound up having to handle most of them).

DH commented afterwards that it sure was a good thing I was there. One of the vendors introduced themselves to me afterwards too and asked my name. She asked what my title was "since it was pretty obvious that I handled a lot of different things". I just smiled and told her my name. I told DH that I almost wanted to cry and just announce to her that I'm the new elementary school librarian.

There were still some of the teachers who didn't know my job was gone. When I explained the change, I saw quite a few of them turning and looking at each other. I've had a lot come to me and tell them how upset they are about it. Me too...

I'm so sorry, Sheila. Hang in there and feel free to talk to us anytime. It must be very frustrating. We are here for you!!!

 

[mamacatnv]

If I ever come to Nevada to visit you, I want a bed with netting to keep that thing out!!!!


That's a good philosophy, especially for a rich family. Trump Sr. handled that very well. Good way to not allow his kids to grow up with some sort of entitlement complex.


She talks to me too, so at least she likes US drinkers.


That sounds hilarious!!! We were pretty poor when we got married and had a cash bar. We know of one guest (a high school friend of DH's) who didn't come to our wedding because we didn't have an open bar. His loss!!

We only had champagne, the Best Man arrived with his own beer!

 

[mamacatnv]

That's one of the few benefits of having a dozen cats!

My fur balls are conscientious objectors and will not keep the mice at bay

I even made DD wait to get her RAZR until Cingular had a deal for a free one with renewal!

DD wants a cell phone I told her that Brother got his when he was in 6th grade and her response "but Mom, so much has changed, you need to get up to date" yeah, that's gonna happen

I suspect she is going to be surprised about the uniform deal. As I've said before, our students publicly complain about them, but when they're privately polled, they are overwhelmingly in favor of keeping them. It really does take the hassle out of getting ready in the morning.

I know I am thrilled with the idea!

No offense taken here, but I've got to tell you that I'm glad that none of our bunch drinks. The cost of the wedding really goes up when you have to provide alcohol too!

I know many people who do drink that opt not to serve alcohol due to the expense.

Well, to be honest, I'm not sure what I'm paying for the cake (haven't gotten my itemized quote yet - just know what the total is for everything). I do know that I have waayyy too much cake for the size of the wedding, but DD wanted a 3 layer cake for the pictures, and then she wanted a groom's cake too (so guests would have a choice). We'll have cake running out our ears (just what I need hanging around particularly since I HATE to waste anything ).

The lady who is doing DD's wedding will take care of everything (venue, cakes, flowers, decorating, food, etc.), so the quote I got was for it all (she's sending me an itemized quote too).

Cake? Did someonse say CAKE?
I had to smile at the 3 tier thing. I too just had to have a 3 tier cake, it was one of the few indulgences that I really wanted. My Grandmother found the woman who made our cake, she was a local lady. She made me the smallest 3 tier cake she could, it was perfect and I loved it.
I don't get this whole concept of "grooms cake" not sure when it came into vogue and to me seems like such a waste. When my Aunt remarried she had a grooms cake made to look like a computer since she and my new Uncle had met online. It was cute but I still didn't "get it"

Y'all, today was a really frustrating day - frustrating enough that I'm not up to talking about it yet. I'm really struggling with my change in position. We had opening session this morning and had lots of problems come up (and I'm the one who wound up having to handle most of them).

DH commented afterwards that it sure was a good thing I was there. One of the vendors introduced themselves to me afterwards too and asked my name. She asked what my title was "since it was pretty obvious that I handled a lot of different things". I just smiled and told her my name. I told DH that I almost wanted to cry and just announce to her that I'm the new elementary school librarian.

There were still some of the teachers who didn't know my job was gone. When I explained the change, I saw quite a few of them turning and looking at each other. I've had a lot come to me and tell them how upset they are about it. Me too...

I'm so sorry you are having a tough day. I could just kick that idiot superintendant, Sandy would defend me, I know she would.

 

[Sandy V.]

We only had champagne, the Best Man arrived with his own beer!

That's a resourceful best man!!!

I'm so sorry you are having a tough day. I could just kick that idiot superintendant, Sandy would defend me, I know she would.

Yes, I would, and no jury would convict you!! That superintendent is a butthead!!!!

 

[horseshowmom]

My fur balls are conscientious objectors and will not keep the mice at bay

I'm a little worried about Kodak (the new dog). We've had two dead squirrels in the last few weeks, and I'm hoping it's not him. He's fast as lightning, and he loves to chase things! He annoys the cats who won't scratch him (he's not stupid ) to no end. Sweet Tigger just won't get him, so he chews and paws all over him (I gave Kodak a good spanking this morning for that very thing). He's just a live wire...

DD wants a cell phone I told her that Brother got his when he was in 6th grade and her response "but Mom, so much has changed, you need to get up to date" yeah, that's gonna happen

Yeah, get with it, mom! When DD was in the 6th grade, she did well to keep up with her head much less a cell phone! She didn't get one until she was about 13 or 14. That was when we decided that they would work much better than our Motorola walkie talkies at horseshows (the show grounds can be very big).

I knew I had to take the walkie talkie away from DH when I overheard him answer some woman (who thought she was talking to her husband) who wanted to know what "he" wanted to eat. DH answered and said that he'd take a hambuger. She laughed and said, "I don't think this is my J (same name as DH), is it?" Afraid not... (Husbands - ).

I had to smile at the 3 tier thing. I too just had to have a 3 tier cake, it was one of the few indulgences that I really wanted. My Grandmother found the woman who made our cake, she was a local lady. She made me the smallest 3 tier cake she could, it was perfect and I loved it.

Now, they sometimes make one of the layers (or even more) fake using styrofoam with icing. DD vetoed that idea.

I don't get this whole concept of "grooms cake" not sure when it came into vogue and to me seems like such a waste.

In our area, they do the cake with a theme that related to the groom. In this case, it will be a Mississippi State cake since he graduated from there. Normally, they put things on the table along with the cake that are connected to the groom (like DFi's rope from team roping or his spurs, something connected to his hobbies).

We actually weren't going to do a groom's cake (like I said, plenty of cake already!), but DFi requested one. His table won't have the hobby stuff though (just the cake and maybe a ceramic Bully - MSU's mascot is a bulldog).

In our case, it will definitely be overkill, but if the boy wants it, he can have it. That and Cokes in the little bottles are the only things he's asked for. Now, I've got to be honest with you, this wedding is going to be small, but it is going to be fairly elegant. The Cokes in little bottles really do not fit the theme...

However, he said that he's been to too many weddings where all they had was punch or water, and he wanted them to have something else (yes, the Cokes! ). Our wedding planner said not to worry, that she could provide them in something very nice but low key (so they don't stick out like a sore thumb! ).

I could just kick that idiot superintendant, Sandy would defend me, I know she would.

Yes, I would, and no jury would convict you!! That superintendent is a butthead!!!!

Today was his first day to open a new school year. As Supt., he makes the opening remarks and begins the opening session. The agenda that was sent out to the teachers stated that we would start at 8 a.m. He showed up almost 30 minutes later.

After he spoke, he was to introduce the motivational speaker he had suggested. The motivational speaker didn't show up - at all. Turns out that she's in North Carolina (her office said she sent an email saying she couldn't come - Supt. said he didn't get it). That was just the start...

Thanks for the condolences, girls. Right now, I certainly appreciate them.

 

[mamacatnv]

I'm a little worried about Kodak (the new dog). We've had two dead squirrels in the last few weeks, and I'm hoping it's not him. He's fast as lightning, and he loves to chase things! He annoys the cats who won't scratch him (he's not stupid ) to no end. Sweet Tigger just won't get him, so he chews and paws all over him (I gave Kodak a good spanking this morning for that very thing). He's just a live wire...

Chachi Did it

Yeah, get with it, mom! When DD was in the 6th grade, she did well to keep up with her head much less a cell phone! She didn't get one until she was about 13 or 14. That was when we decided that they would work much better than our Motorola walkie talkies at horseshows (the show grounds can be very big).

I knew I had to take the walkie talkie away from DH when I overheard him answer some woman (who thought she was talking to her husband) who wanted to know what "he" wanted to eat. DH answered and said that he'd take a hambuger. She laughed and said, "I don't think this is my J (same name as DH), is it?" Afraid not... (Husbands - ).

We took those walkie talkies to WDW when we went for the Millennium Celebration, yikes, what a waste. Everyone had them.
We purchased DS his cell right after 9/11 when he was coming home from school by himself, back in the day when we had a bus that dropped him at the end of the street.(DD has to either walk or be picked up, it's almost 2 miles) He was old enough to be able to be out and about but I worried that if something happened to him (fell on his bike, etc) that he wouldn't be able to get ahold of us. So, we got him his first phone that he was only allowed to call us and his best friends Mom and Dad on. I must admit, it was a good move on my part. He got more freedom and I didn't get quite as much gray hair. He never lost it and he never abused it. As he got older we added more phone freedom for him. It was a really good negotiating tool. Texting had not yet come onto the scene.

Now, they sometimes make one of the layers (or even more) fake using styrofoam with icing. DD vetoed that idea

tell her to watch Ace of Cakes, they do that stuff all the time Heck, if you know you don't need it and no one is going to eat it, then why not use a fake layer or 2 You know, your DD is not going to like you discussing these things with other practicle Moms

In our area, they do the cake with a theme that related to the groom. In this case, it will be a Mississippi State cake since he graduated from there. Normally, they put things on the table along with the cake that are connected to the groom (like DFi's rope from team roping or his spurs, something connected to his hobbies).

We actually weren't going to do a groom's cake (like I said, plenty of cake already!), but DFi requested one. His table won't have the hobby stuff though (just the cake and maybe a ceramic Bully - MSU's mascot is a bulldog).

In our case, it will definitely be overkill, but if the boy wants it, he can have it. That and Cokes in the little bottles are the only things he's asked for. Now, I've got to be honest with you, this wedding is going to be small, but it is going to be fairly elegant. The Cokes in little bottles really do not fit the theme...

However, he said that he's been to too many weddings where all they had was punch or water, and he wanted them to have something else (yes, the Cokes! ). Our wedding planner said not to worry, that she could provide them in something very nice but low key (so they don't stick out like a sore thumb! ).

I guess if all he wants is a cake, that is probably not too much to ask for since the poor Grooms get kind of pushed aside in all the details. Small Coke's, that's funny. How are you going to elegant up Coke bottles, ice sculpture with a Coke luge?

Today was his first day to open a new school year. As Supt., he makes the opening remarks and begins the opening session. The agenda that was sent out to the teachers stated that we would start at 8 a.m. He showed up almost 30 minutes later.

After he spoke, he was to introduce the motivational speaker he had suggested. The motivational speaker didn't show up - at all. Turns out that she's in North Carolina (her office said she sent an email saying she couldn't come - Supt. said he didn't get it). That was just the start...

Our plan is working (we really need an evil sneering twisting hands smilie, I would insert here) Sandy summed it up nicely, butthead!

Thanks for the condolences, girls. Right now, I certainly appreciate them.

That's what friends are for. I certainly hope today is a better day


Sandy:
How are the fish? I keep meaning to ask and then I get sidetracked. How was dinner? Did you go to some favorite place?
You mentioned a locking trunk that you bought for your DS. Is having something "lockable" necessary do you think? (I'm trying to figure out how to ask this question without sounding like I am questioning you, does that make sense?) I hadn't given much thought to it, I figure they lock their door room but then I started seeing more and more mention of some sort of locking storage and I began to wonder, is it something we should consider?

Okay girls, so now tell me if this is weird. DS got his roommate assignment a couple of weeks ago. About a week goes by and he calls. The area code is the same as ours but you don't always have to use it and sometimes you don't know if you have reached the right person. So, he gets one of those mechanical voice mail messages "please leave a message". He leaves a message, that was early last week. He has not heard from this kid. So, he tried calling using the area code and it doesn't go thru, so he knows he has the right number. Move in day is 14 days away and so far he has not heard from this kid. Is this normal? Should I just buy the fridge and the microwave and be done?

DS is off to begin buying his books today he is done housesitting and was home to sleep in his own bed last night.

My BFF and I took our girls school shopping last night. (they will both be attending the Charter school) We were able to find them each two skooter pleated skorts (really cute). One at JCPenneys that is more of a polyester and the other at Sears which is more cotton. Sears had some Docker uniform pants but they didn't fit well or right so we skipped them. We were also able to find black shoes that they were both happy with. It is kind of tough finding all black, we looked at several of the Sketcher mary jane styles but they all had the Sketcher logo in silver or gray. I found black converse (my DD LOVES Converse ) but they had that "Allstar" tag on the back in rubber that was printed in gray. I guess I could magic marker it out, but was not willing to spend $50 to be told we can't do that. Finally found some black loafers for DD at Payless, now I am not a fan of Payless except for disposable summer flip flops etc. but, we had looked everywhere. The shoes I got her were not "cheap" they were of a better quality, are leather etc. DD liked them which is a major milestone in and of itself. BFF's DD got more of the ballet style mary janes, my DD does not like that style. All in all, shoe procurement was a success. Stocked up on "smoothers" that is what I call the sports bra's that I make DD wear and my BFF had to finally buy bra's for her DD that have cup sizes, she (my BFF) was a little traumatized My DD is almost 10 and her DD is 11.5. The school is hosting a uniform week next week where we will pick up their shirts and can order pants, although if I could figure out the sizing, I think I will order from Lands End. Going to see what the uniform folks have to show us next week first. Part of the fee we pay for the school includes 1 uniform, so the girls will have 2 skooters and 1 pair of pants plus shirts to start off with if we don't immediatly find the slacks. We both felt they would survive since it won't start to cool off for another 4-6 weeks.

That is about it for here. Not much else going on except "Hot August Nights" in town. With it comes thousands of classic cars and hundreds of thousands of people This is the week where one does not attempt to go to dinner in town or do anything else for that matter. The traffic is nuts, the streets get blocked off for organized cruises and show & shines, there are poodle skirts and bobby socks everywhere

Have a great day ladies.......

 

[Sandy V.]

Sandy:
How are the fish? I keep meaning to ask and then I get sidetracked. How was dinner? Did you go to some favorite place?
You mentioned a locking trunk that you bought for your DS. Is having something "lockable" necessary do you think? (I'm trying to figure out how to ask this question without sounding like I am questioning you, does that make sense?) I hadn't given much thought to it, I figure they lock their door room but then I started seeing more and more mention of some sort of locking storage and I began to wonder, is it something we should consider?

Tank is coming along fine. Nothing new recently; with summer it's been way too hectic!

Dinner was nice - it was at Outback Steakhouse, which we like. Got the salmon - yummy! Then we had some wine at home that we had purchased over the weekend at the street fair in Vail.

I found a locking trunk at Wal-Mart for DS. We bought one for DD two years ago honestly because I didn't know if she'd need one or not, but it was large enough that she could store supplies in it whether she locked it or not. I'm always a bit on the cautious side about having something to lock "just in case". You never know if you'll need it. I got one for DS because he liked DD's and asked about getting one, so I picked it up last week when I was shopping. DD's dorm didn't have a theft problem, but the dorm next to hers did. We also bought a laptop lock that she did use in the dorm and the library, but she doesn't need it now and DS will inherit it.

Okay girls, so now tell me if this is weird. DS got his roommate assignment a couple of weeks ago. About a week goes by and he calls. The area code is the same as ours but you don't always have to use it and sometimes you don't know if you have reached the right person. So, he gets one of those mechanical voice mail messages "please leave a message". He leaves a message, that was early last week. He has not heard from this kid. So, he tried calling using the area code and it doesn't go thru, so he knows he has the right number. Move in day is 14 days away and so far he has not heard from this kid. Is this normal? Should I just buy the fridge and the microwave and be done?

If it were me, I would hold off. Especially since you're so close and can pick them up easily and take them over there (or have DS pick them up). Unless you have some really good sales and don't mind returning them if the roommate turns out to be okay, just a non-communicator unless in person. Or if you WANT your DS to own the fridge and microwave for future apartment use. I agree that the whole thing is strange.

DS is off to begin buying his books today he is done housesitting and was home to sleep in his own bed last night.

I bet you're glad to have him home!!! Sniff, sniff, hold back those tears for two more weeks. Then we can cry together.

My BFF and I took our girls school shopping last night. (they will both be attending the Charter school) We were able to find them each two skooter pleated skorts (really cute). One at JCPenneys that is more of a polyester and the other at Sears which is more cotton. Sears had some Docker uniform pants but they didn't fit well or right so we skipped them. We were also able to find black shoes that they were both happy with. It is kind of tough finding all black, we looked at several of the Sketcher mary jane styles but they all had the Sketcher logo in silver or gray. I found black converse (my DD LOVES Converse ) but they had that "Allstar" tag on the back in rubber that was printed in gray. I guess I could magic marker it out, but was not willing to spend $50 to be told we can't do that. Finally found some black loafers for DD at Payless, now I am not a fan of Payless except for disposable summer flip flops etc. but, we had looked everywhere. The shoes I got her were not "cheap" they were of a better quality, are leather etc. DD liked them which is a major milestone in and of itself. BFF's DD got more of the ballet style mary janes, my DD does not like that style. All in all, shoe procurement was a success. Stocked up on "smoothers" that is what I call the sports bra's that I make DD wear and my BFF had to finally buy bra's for her DD that have cup sizes, she (my BFF) was a little traumatized My DD is almost 10 and her DD is 11.5. The school is hosting a uniform week next week where we will pick up their shirts and can order pants, although if I could figure out the sizing, I think I will order from Lands End. Going to see what the uniform folks have to show us next week first. Part of the fee we pay for the school includes 1 uniform, so the girls will have 2 skooters and 1 pair of pants plus shirts to start off with if we don't immediatly find the slacks. We both felt they would survive since it won't start to cool off for another 4-6 weeks.

Sounds like a productive shopping trip!!!! I'm sure she'll look cute.

That is about it for here. Not much else going on except "Hot August Nights" in town. With it comes thousands of classic cars and hundreds of thousands of people This is the week where one does not attempt to go to dinner in town or do anything else for that matter. The traffic is nuts, the streets get blocked off for organized cruises and show & shines, there are poodle skirts and bobby socks everywhere

Have a great day ladies.......

Stay home and enjoy a margarita on me!!!!

 

[horseshowmom]

Chachi Did it

Wouldn't be a bit surprised (except that the squirrels are almost as big as he is)...

You know, your DD is not going to like you discussing these things with other practicle Moms

I don't know about that. She was actually pretty pleased with how the whole RM/bridesmaid thing turned out after we discussed it.

How are you going to elegant up Coke bottles, ice sculpture with a Coke luge?

I can only imagine.

I can't help but laugh to myself, because they are going to be "different" at best. However, he's a good boy and worth it.

Is having something "lockable" necessary do you think? (I'm trying to figure out how to ask this question without sounding like I am questioning you, does that make sense?) I hadn't given much thought to it, I figure they lock their door room but then I started seeing more and more mention of some sort of locking storage and I began to wonder, is it something we should consider?

Here's my perspective, FWIW. I would definitely want something lockable. Frankly, he's going to be living with a stranger (at least to start with). Further, that roommate will be having friends in that your DS may or may not know. To me, it's just a good precaution. While DD never lived on campus, I've read the school's incident report, and dorm theft can be a real problem sometimes.

Move in day is 14 days away and so far he has not heard from this kid. Is this normal? Should I just buy the fridge and the microwave and be done?

I'm kind of like Sandy, if you can return it easily, then you might go ahead and get it (in case they tend to run out of that sort of thing), but as close as you'll be, you can get it done pretty easily after he moves in (plus, a lot of times the little fridges are run on clearance after the college year starts ).

My BFF and I took our girls school shopping last night. (they will both be attending the Charter school) We were able to find them each two skooter pleated skorts (really cute). Part of the fee we pay for the school includes 1 uniform, so the girls will have 2 skooters and 1 pair of pants plus shirts to start off with if we don't immediatly find the slacks. We both felt they would survive since it won't start to cool off for another 4-6 weeks.

I think you're in great shape!

The traffic is nuts, the streets get blocked off for organized cruises and show & shines, there are poodle skirts and bobby socks everywhere

Sounds cute though!

Dinner was nice - it was at Outback Steakhouse, which we like. Got the salmon - yummy! Then we had some wine at home that we had purchased over the weekend at the street fair in Vail.

We also bought a laptop lock that she did use in the dorm and the library

Also a good idea!

I bet you're glad to have him home!!! Sniff, sniff, hold back those tears for two more weeks. Then we can cry together.

Maybe I can hand you tissues!

 

[horseshowmom]

Update on today's doctor visit:

Another bad day. The doctor did a LOT of tests and really thought he was going to find something that would explain DD's condition (which would help us try to find a different way to treat it). Absolutely, nothing came up in any of the tests that he did.

In fact, some of the results that were mildly abnormal should have made her blood pressure higher than normal (instead of the low BP issue) - which raises the concern of how low the BP would be if that thing wasn't high (does that make sense?).

We can't take her off the medication she's on, but it will eventually damage her heart and kidneys (among other issues). I guess you could say that we're between a rock and a hard place.

We go back for more tests tomorrow. What we're searching for is like looking for a needle in a haystack. I am very grateful that this doctor is working diligently to try to unravel the puzzle, but he admitted being concerned that nothing showed up in the first round of tests (which were extensive).

I told him that I realize that she probably doesn't have something that can be "cured", and he agreed. He also agreed that it is very important to try to find a way to get her off this medication if at all possible.

I've got to tell you, I'm not having a great week...

 

[Sandy V.]

Wouldn't be a bit surprised...

Chachi's pretty tough you know . . . Just ask him!!

Here's my perspective, FWIW. I would definitely want something lockable. Frankly, he's going to be living with a stranger (at least to start with). Further, that roommate will be having friends in that your DS may or may not know. To me, it's just a good precaution. While DD never lived on campus, I've read the school's incident report, and dorm theft can be a real problem sometimes.

That's my thinking. Especially on move-in day. I've already discussed with DS that our "strategy" is to lock his laptop, ipod, camera, personal papers, and any other "can't lose" items in the trunk so when we're moving the rest of his stuff in from the car, that stuff is safe. I'm a little leary of trusting folks I don't know well. I figure it would be a lot harder for a thief to have the gall to walk off with a trunk than it would be to put DS's I-pod in his pocket and saunter out the door.

Plus, like Sheila said, the roommate could be great OR he could be a dud that your DS can't trust. Hopefully it will be the former, but you have to prepare for the latter. . .

I'm kind of like Sandy, if you can return it easily, then you might go ahead and get it (in case they tend to run out of that sort of thing), but as close as you'll be, you can get it done pretty easily after he moves in (plus, a lot of times the little fridges are run on clearance after the college year starts ).

Good point. I forgot about the clearance sales.

Maybe I can hand you tissues!

You will HAVE to!!!!

 

[Sandy V.]

Update on today's doctor visit:

Another bad day. The doctor did a LOT of tests and really thought he was going to find something that would explain DD's condition (which would help us try to find a different way to treat it). Absolutely, nothing came up in any of the tests that he did.

In fact, some of the results that were mildly abnormal should have made her blood pressure higher than normal (instead of the low BP issue) - which raises the concern of how low the BP would be if that thing wasn't high (does that make sense?).

We can't take her off the medication she's on, but it will eventually damage her heart and kidneys (among other issues). I guess you could say that we're between a rock and a hard place.

We go back for more tests tomorrow. What we're searching for is like looking for a needle in a haystack. I am very grateful that this doctor is working diligently to try to unravel the puzzle, but he admitted being concerned that nothing showed up in the first round of tests (which were extensive).

I told him that I realize that she probably doesn't have something that can be "cured", and he agreed. He also agreed that it is very important to try to find a way to get her off this medication if at all possible.

I've got to tell you, I'm not having a great week...

I am SO sorry, Sheila. I know your family is worried sick. I wish there was something we could do from a distance. Please know that you and yours are in my thoughts. I hope that the doctors are able to figure this one out soon.

 

[horseshowmom]

I am SO sorry, Sheila. I know your family is worried sick. I wish there was something we could do from a distance. Please know that you and yours are in my thoughts. I hope that the doctors are able to figure this one out soon.

I do appreciate it more than you know.

I told DH that when the cardiologist got the paperwork in his office two years ago, he should have looked it over and told us then that we really needed to see a different specialist (since the heart issue was a symptom not the actual problem). It shouldn't have gotten to the point that I had to figure out on my own that I needed to see a different doctor.

DH had a similar experience. He had headaches for months and months. He had a CAT Scan, MRI, and many other tests run (lots and lots of money ). Our doctor first sent him to an ENT and then to a neurologist. Nobody ever found anything, but the neurologist put him on some pills that he said might help. They did, but he didn't want to take them for the rest of his life. This went on for over two years (the headaches would come and go).

Finally, we were discussing the headaches and a sensitive tooth that he had. I told him that I had heard that a tooth could affect the nerves. He made an appt. with our dentist and told him about his problem. The dentist checked and wound up cleaning a lot of gook out that was clogged up in the root canal that DH had a long time ago, and the problem was immediately cleared up (hasn't had another headache since). Tell me, why did I (a librarian ) have to figure that out instead of all the high priced specialists we were seeing?

It can be discouraging. Finding the right doctor can make all the difference in the world.

 

[mamacatnv]

Update on today's doctor visit:

Another bad day. The doctor did a LOT of tests and really thought he was going to find something that would explain DD's condition (which would help us try to find a different way to treat it). Absolutely, nothing came up in any of the tests that he did.

In fact, some of the results that were mildly abnormal should have made her blood pressure higher than normal (instead of the low BP issue) - which raises the concern of how low the BP would be if that thing wasn't high (does that make sense?).

We can't take her off the medication she's on, but it will eventually damage her heart and kidneys (among other issues). I guess you could say that we're between a rock and a hard place.

We go back for more tests tomorrow. What we're searching for is like looking for a needle in a haystack. I am very grateful that this doctor is working diligently to try to unravel the puzzle, but he admitted being concerned that nothing showed up in the first round of tests (which were extensive).

I told him that I realize that she probably doesn't have something that can be "cured", and he agreed. He also agreed that it is very important to try to find a way to get her off this medication if at all possible.

I've got to tell you, I'm not having a great week...

I'm so sorry that there are not yet any answers. You and you DD are in my prayers.
Is her low BP the major issue?

 

[mamacatnv]

I have taken your good advice to heart and have begun looking for a locking footlocker for DS, of course nothing on line is in stock. I need to run into town and check out Wal-Mart, Target, Bed Bath & Beyond etc......
He still has had no luck getting ahold of his roomie and I mentioned to him to hold off on the purchase of the appliances. We can always buy both if needed, he can use a cooler for a couple of days if absolutely necessary and I stressed the after college rush for a good sale!

Thanks for the sound advice, it's great knowing a couple of "Pro's"

Have a good evening

 

[horseshowmom]

I'm so sorry that there are not yet any answers. You and you DD are in my prayers.
Is her low BP the major issue?

The BP (which is normally very low to start with) bottoms out on a regular basis (causing the heart to overcompensate and try to get the blood pumped out). The medication that she is on is supposed to regulate the BP (which it does to a degree, but her BP is still very low). When the cardiologist put her on it, he said then that we only wanted to get her regulated and didn't need to leave her on it for long.

Now it's almost two years later, and they recently had to double the dose (because the original dose wasn't working anymore). She's not only still on it, but it's much stronger than it was. The problem with the medication is that it will eventually damage both her heart and her kidneys (think eventual transplants).

So far, none of the tests we are currently running have shown anything. The nerve conductor test that she had today was very painful, and she had a very hard time with it. There were 3 different parts, and she had to ask for a glass of water after the first one (she was crying). The technician acted like she was surprised by DD's reaction. I tend to think that they aren't going to find any nerve damage (which is a good thing) since she had such a strong reaction to it.

Now, we wait to hear what the latest round of tests show us...


Good luck with the great trunk hunt!

 

[Sandy V.]

The BP (which is normally very low to start with) bottoms out on a regular basis (causing the heart to overcompensate and try to get the blood pumped out). The medication that she is on is supposed to regulate the BP (which it does to a degree, but her BP is still very low). When the cardiologist put her on it, he said then that we only wanted to get her regulated and didn't need to leave her on it for long.

Now it's almost two years later, and they recently had to double the dose (because the original dose wasn't working anymore). She's not only still on it, but it's much stronger than it was. The problem with the medication is that it will eventually damage both her heart and her kidneys (think eventual transplants).

So far, none of the tests we are currently running have shown anything. The nerve conductor test that she had today was very painful, and she had a very hard time with it. There were 3 different parts, and she had to ask for a glass of water after the first one (she was crying). The technician acted like she was surprised by DD's reaction. I tend to think that they aren't going to find any nerve damage (which is a good thing) since she had such a strong reaction to it.

Now, we wait to hear what the latest round of tests show us...


Good luck with the great trunk hunt!

Awww . . . Hang in there!!!

Good luck with the trunk hunt, Melissa. You'll find one.

I hope that everyone has a good weekend. We have to take the motorcycle in for service, and I've got to tackle laundry - there are MOUNDS of it everywhere. Somewhere down the line I have to figure out what DS still needs. I spent a nice chunk of change on him last night - bought underwear and socks at JC Penney, a new pair of shoes at DSW, and a laptop backpack, wireless mouse, planner, and mousepad at Office Depot. The kid is getting spoiled . . .

Diet is going okay. 12.4 pounds lost thus far - I wish it were more, but I'm happy at this point that I've lost anything at all. I did fit into a pair of jeans that I couldn't wear a month ago, so that's encouraging!!!!

Take care, all!!