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[Pea-n-Me]

I almost bought pumpkin spice Cheerios the other day but held off because we already have a lot of cereal no one’s been eating. I love Cracklin Oat Bran but only DH and I eat it (and that’s rare). I think I will make that a QOTD.

QOTD: What is your favorite cereal?
Cracklin Oat Bran
Blueberry or Maple MinI Wheats
Rice Chex (I add blueberries)
Raisin Bran (classic, not Crunch!)
DH likes Quaker Oat Squares (calls it Lucky Dog, lol)

Sad about the dog, Auntie. Talk to your vet about it, they might have some ideas. We had some issues with one of our female Shepherds that our vet was going back and forth with about elderly cognitive disease vs. something else going on neurologically. She had had multiple skin tumors which we kept taking off, and thought she was fine. But after a while it revealed itself to be a brain tumor. She was only 11. It was a metastasis from the skin tumors. Things took a relatively quick turn for the worse when she started falling over (couldn’t stand), then the worst, her eyes shifted up to one side and stayed there. That broke my heart. If that wasn’t bad enough, my hair had started coming out from chemo the day we had to put her to sleep. I cried for a whole day; like, sobbed. Then her brother, and our next Shepherd after that, wound up on wheels. Which is why I had to take a break for a while. Ugh.

We have had some issues with Grady becoming protective while in our bedrooms. He’s a great, quiet, loving dog that we were very fortunate to get, and has adjusted pretty well to almost everything - but that. It’s only happened a few times where he barks if someone startles him while asleep in a dark bedroom, especially DS’s room. So we had to nip that in the bud and he lost bedroom priveleges for a while. DS had to step up helping him understand he doe not need his protection, so Grady gets patted on DS’s terms, not because he pushes his way in, and gets told to “Stop” if he gets too rambunctious, things like that. (He acts like a young dog.) And DD, who he barked at, also had to step it up to be the one he has to learn to respect, by feeding and walking him, etc. (Good learning, and why they mainly adopt out German Shepherds to those with experience with the breed, because bad things can happen if this isn’t corralled.)

Grady loves DD, but on those few times in the dark in the middle of the night, I think he got startled when she went in the room to get something. I wonder if he has an eyesight issue (I’d talked to the vet about it a few weeks after we got him, because he’d jumped up onto the back of the car before the hatch was open a few times, wasn’t sure if he couldn’t see right, or if he just wasn’t used to cars. I wish we knew more about his background.) I have the feeling (from the fact that the tips of his ears were chewed [by flies], and he was heartworm positive) that he spent most of his time outside and didn’t really learn how to act in the house. I know he’s had no training, doesn’t even know how to give his paw, etc. So he’s learning, and we continue to teach him boundaries and all that. This is our first rescue and I know rescues have issues that weren’t any fault of their own, so we’re committed to working through this. I’ve been doing a lot of reading. It keeps you on your toes. Even though my kids grew up with three Shepherds, they’d never experienced anything like this before, as we had them since puppies. It’s classic for German Shepherds that if you’re not the one in charge, they think they are, and will run things their way. We laugh and tell him that he’s lowest man on the totem pole now, even below the hamster, lol. And he’s ok with that, as long as he knows his place. He is definitely not the lead dog, either, Toto is, and lets it be known. Grady’s actually super sweet, and goofy, and everyone who meets him loves him. We love him. But we also have to assure everyone’s safety, as well, until he fully understands his role in our pack.

@easyas123 was going to ask you to weigh in if you have a chance as I know you work with rescues. You must go through issues each and every time you bring a dog into your house. Fostering is really a labor of love and big commitment. Thank you. Others, feel free to weigh in, as well.

We have London Broils marinating in teriyaki sauce, that will be dinner tonight, grilled. Probably with either rice pilaf or baked potatoes and french style green beans. Looking forward to that. DD and I will accompany DH to his surgery tomorrow. It shouldn’t take long. (Cyst removal.) I spoke with the doctor virtually the other day and she said we should bring some pillows that DH can put his foot up on in the car for the ride home, so we’ll put him in the back seat with his seat belt on and turned sideways with his foot up. This should get interesting. He can be stubborn, but he’s going to have to listen to us two battle axes ‍⚕, lmao. I have to cut his toenails tonight after soaking his foot (feet) in Hibiclens. Fun times. He’s going to owe me, lol.

 

[tazdev3225]

Good afternoon everyone.

Been a busy couple of days. Yesterday I needed to get my car inspected. I made an appointment for as soon as the shop opened at 8AM. No problems until they needed my registration printed out. At the moment I don't have a printer and the state doesn't send them anymore. I raced up to Staples and was able to get it printed from my phone luckily. I got back in plenty of time and by 9 AM I was done. I was pleasantly surprised because I was sure I was going to need brakes. All I needed was windshield wipers, so I was happy. I watched a homeless person's encampment across the street and was saddened to see it. We have a huge issue with that right now in my area and sadly from what my daughter tells me they are mostly drug addicts. I feel sorry for them but then again part of me doesn't. Addiction is a horrible thing but it has adversely touched my life, so I have mixed emotions. I lost a cousin and nephew to drugs, numerous friends of my kids and my son in laws sister has caused so many issues in the family because of her addiction issues that I really do feel conflicted. I wish there was an easy answer.

Crystal registered for college courses today and I am so happy she decided to go full time with the help of an adviser. They are fairly confidant her grant and scholarship will come through. She is majoring in Biological Sciences and I really hope she does well. She has hopes to go to a regular University in a couple years with eventually becoming a veterinarian. I hope she keeps her photography too. She is lucky this campus is less than a mile from her house so she can walk most days. I told her I cannot drive her all the time. I am encouraging her to become more self-reliant and independent. She needs a little tough love in that respect. Of course inclement weather is a different story.

QOTD - I don't know if I would call it a pet peeve but as I have gotten older, I really hate people that can't be ready on time. My daughter is notorious for this. I have actually started telling her we are leaving earlier than I plan on and she is still never ready. Drives me crazy.

Traffic related I have a couple - I'm not fond of stupid drivers. If you are in the fast lane on the highway do NOT drive 10 miles under the speed limit. I have seen so many near accidents caused by people like that. I have an issue with people that cross on red lights too. So many near accidents trying to avoid hitting them. Related to this is people dropping kids off for school. Do not double and triple park blocking traffic and leave your car there because your little snowflake cannot walk 2 or 3 blocks to school. And then cross them in the middle of the street so they risk causing an accident or getting hit by a car.

My biggest pet peeve is probably my husband's family. They do NOT understand familial relationships. If your mother and my husband are siblings, you are not my kid's uncle - you are his cousin. My husband's cousins all called his brother and sister Aunt and Uncle - they are COUSINS!!! it drives me insane. Probably silly in the grand scheme of things. I asked my husband, and he thinks the family thing is the bigger pet peeve for me. Every time I see it, I go nuts. My daughter we just work around.

Oh well, hope you all have a nice day.

 

[lynxstch]

QOTD: What is your favorite cereal?


Special K with berries
frosted mini wheat
Honey Bunches of O's
And when I have a craving--Cocoa Puffs

 

[Snowysmom]

QOTD Pet peeves Like alot of people I do not like it when people are not on time. I tend to be a bit early. I also don't like when people drive too fast on residential streets. If a child or a pet or anyone walks out into the street the driver cannot stop.

QOTD Favorite cereal. I like cheerios, bear naked granola vanilla almond on my yogurt, and oatmeal with almonds and cinnamon.

@Pea-n-Me It sounds like you know just how to handle Grady and any behavioral issues he has. I am glad he is fitting in well with the family in general.

@AuntieMe3 So sad to hear about your dog. Maybe there is something the vet can help with.

@tazdev3225 Crystal is really taking alot of responsibility with her job and now college. You must be very proud of her. She has a plan and wants to work hard. Good for her.

Older DS is having fun with his kids in NH. The pictures he is posting show alot of fun and good times. I am glad he can have some
Dad and Sons time. Younger DS is still quarantined with covid. I felt bad that he could not take the kids to school for their first days. He said he missed that. Older DGS goes to kindergarten so that is a milestone. Younger DGD started preschool. Oldest DGD is in 2nd grade. I have the same symptoms that younger DS has with covid. I have tested negative with the home tests but I did get my 4th booster a couple of weeks ago so I don't know if that may be the reason. DS and I were together alot last week and weekend. I decided to get a PCR test at CVS. My ins will pay for it. So I did that this afternoon. If it is negative I will be stumped as to why I feel so tired, headachy, achy in general, and have a sore throat. I should have the results in a day or 2. I am going to chill out. Too tired to do much else.

Have a good rest of the day.

 

[Pea-n-Me]

Snowysmom, hoping you get your test results promptly. You were smart to do a PCR. The home tests can take a while in some cases. Hopefully you get good results.

I meant to tell you when you mentioned Jellystone Park the other day. We stayed near there for many years when the kids were little, and visited Jellystone when they first opened their water park. I like it there! I always thanked my cousin for being a good sport and accompanying us when he didn’t have kids himself. We love to do things in that area. A local waitress had given us a good tip about some natural pools, so in search of those we found some really cool places to swim among the streams and rock formations. We also discovered a rope swing under a covered bridge that we still go to to this day. I liked doing those things as contrasted to Disney because they taught the kids that we could still have lots of fun without spending any money, and that’s always a good lesson to learn. I hope they’re having a nice trip, and I hope your younger son feels better soon.

Sounds like Carol’s doing better! Glad. Covid doesn’t seem to be as bad as it once was, but we are still seeing some Covid-related issues in the hospital. Some of them are hard to put a finger on, though. We had someone recently who’d had Covid five times! I had a sad situation yesterday that is still with me today. We all need to count our blessings when we have our health. It’s not something we always appreciate until we don’t have it anymore. A good friend also worked their last shift with me yesterday. I knew I was going to cry, and I did. I hate losing good friends. We’ll still keep in touch, but from another continent.

 

[Breezy_Carol]

Good evening.

Had the kids today. Carter has been running a low grade fever with no other symptoms. DD thought it might be an ear infection so she called the pediatrician.. He had her bring Carter in at 11:30 but couldn't take Tessa. So, I took Carter to DD's work and she took him the MD and I took Tessa home and waited until she got back. Carter does have an ear infection so I waited until she could get the Rx filled then came home. Treated myself to CFA on the way.

Tessa had "Meet the Teacher" last night. She is very excited about starting kindergarten. When she was here today, and our county started today, we walked out to the bus stop the wish the other kids a good year. There were also new neighbors there that I wanted to meet.

No plans for the weekend at all. I may skip church unless I test negative before then. I tried to read the CDC rules but so confusing, even for a medical professional like DH and me.

QOTD - my pet peeve is multiple ? question marks or ! exclamation points in text messages. Know what I mean????? Drives me nuts!!!!!!!

QOTD: What is your favorite cereal?

I rarely eat cereal because it is high in WW points and I don't like milk. Sometimes I will have a bowl of raisin bran.

Any pictures from the trip?

I'll try to get some here. I was lazy and let DD post on Facebook and tag me. I didn't take a lot but enjoyed being in the minute.

Let me try this with out editing.

All of us in Toy Story Land.


MK fireworks


Tusker House. DH and Donald share a birthday.


Me and DH in front of castle.


On the way down on the auto train with DD’s in-laws.


All of us at the castle.


St Simons Island



Sorry they aren’t in any order. They are from various sources and most of my pictures are kids and characters.

 

[flyingdumbo127]

A ton of extra and healthy for all of dear you, including your and other pets! Thank you always for giving them all a loving and safe home. All is warmly A-ok here. AuntieMe3, I truly hope the heat isn't impacting your vertigo. Please do take extra care.

big-time for your DH, Pea and an extra to you as well. Paws and prayers for Grady, of course, too.

So thankful you had a happy surprise, Taz, of not needing new breaks. I am sorry you had to go through the Staples hassle. Homeless is horribly a huge problem in my area. Dad sees encampments most everywhere. A Blessing being able to in tiny ways at times make a more direct difference to someone, even more so, when it can be done more anonymously. Prayers for Crystal indeed. Becoming a vet is fantastic career choice. She will make a difference to many of God's animals.

big-time also for you Snowysmom to feel better! You were indeed wise to get the test. Much prayer to negative results and that you are feeling better in the morning So glad your grandkids are off to a good start to school and time on vacation. Prayers of course to your younger son, too.

Carol all-around to you as well. Much sincere healthy prayer for all of you. How exciting though for Tessa. I'm so grateful she is excited about starting Kindergarten great age. God Bless both Tessa and Carter (prayers for him to be well, extra, too)

Lynn, AuntieMe3, and B&B prayers all of you are feeling better, too and relaxing at long last!

QOTD: What is your favorite cereal? I no longer eat cereal due to TMJ. When I did enjoy it, my favorite was plain old Cheerios. I will always have a special place in my heart for Golden Grahams and memories of how much Champ as a puppy loved them. I also for a time liked already sweetened corn flakes. Dad enjoys a healthy granola most mornings has his breakfast. I'm still keeping an eye out for a free shipping code from You Customize It on a larger bowl for him, btw.

Please keep cool, healthy, and have sweet dreams, my friends.

 

[frog3101]

Good evening Quackers. I just wanted to say "hi" and say I'm still around. This weekend is going to be the roughest for me yet. I'm really having a hard time even thinking about it. Labor Day weekend always brings a big celebration to a town not far from where I live. It was the one solid family event we did each year. My oldest celebrates her birthday tomorrow, so it was always for her bday too. My soon to be former husband has the kids this weekend, so I am dreading thinking about them doing all the "things" as a family...minus me. I really think this will be harder than other holidays/events for me to deal with. It's kind of sad looking back that we really only had one thing a year we did as a family, but that is what it was and I so much always looked forward to it, as did the kids. I tell myself if I can get through this weekend without being a mess the whole time it will give me strength to know I will be able to make it through the other big "firsts" that are still coming. My oldest texted her dad and told him she did not want to do anything with him for her birthday and the only gift she wants is the dog that he still has. He has yet to respond, so we are just waiting for the other shoe to drop, so to speak.
I will try to get on this weekend and catch up on the thread and respond some. As always I appreciate all the prayers and good thoughts that have been said/sent by all the Quackers. I hope and pray that all of you who are in need of extra support are finding it.

 

[Pea-n-Me]

Prayers said, frog.

 

[Snowysmom]

Thinking of you Frog. Prayers that you find some peace this weekend. "Firsts" are hard to go through. Maybe find some things to do around the house to stay busy or take a walk. I find that being in nature and just listening to the sounds of the birds and animals helps.

It is 52 this morning so a brisk walk today. It is not going to get too warm today. I am alone all weekend as older DS works and younger DS is in quarantine until Sunday and then masked for the next 5 days. I am somewhat sad and lonely thinking about it but I have to get through it. Until I hear back from the PCR I am still basically doing my own quarantine. I feel better today, not as tired or headachy so that's a good thing.
Have a good day.

 

[footballmouse]

Happy Friday!

Got the grass cut yesterday and pulled the weeds off the fence. The crackhead neighbors obviously don't take care of their yard so the fence along the backyard is full of out of control vines. If I don't want them getting in my yard then I'm the one who cleans it up .

QOTD: Favorite cereal
Cocoa Krispies
The monster cereals at Halloween season - Count Chocula, Frankenberry and Booberry
Apple Jacks
Cocoa Pebbles

the only gift she wants is the dog that he still has.

Hopefully he decides to be the bigger person and give them their dog back.

Me and DH in front of castle.

Great shot without anyone in your picture ! Were you there for a breakfast reservation?

Pean-n-Me - sounds like you're doing a great job with Grady teaching him the do's and don'ts of being in a house.

I work all weekend but I'm off on Monday. That is our annual family outing to a little church in Indiana. They have their church festival on Labor Day and offer a chicken lunch . They fill the gym up with tables and chairs and it's all you can eat of some great food from the farmers (chicken, tomatoes, mashed potatoes, noodles, cole slaw). This is my Thanksgiving! I've been going to this since I was a kid and I've been taking my kids since they were babies. Ds1 & DIL aren't able to go, the smell of chicken makes her sick (smells during pregnancy ). It will be fun, we always spend a little time at their festival. Maybe we'll come home big winners .

Off to make some eggs for breakfast. Have a great day!

 

[PollyannaMom]

Good morning, all!

Favorite cereal: in general, Cheerios. That's my standby and what I always have in the house.

But I do have some special memories connected to a couple other cereals:

When I was young, my best friend would always pick Boo-Berry cereal for breakfast when she slept over. - Eventually, that became my dad's nickname for her.

When DS was little, we always had Lucky Charms over ice cream as St. Patrick's Day breakfast.

 

[PollyannaMom]

Good evening Quackers. I just wanted to say "hi" and say I'm still around. This weekend is going to be the roughest for me yet. I'm really having a hard time even thinking about it. Labor Day weekend always brings a big celebration to a town not far from where I live. It was the one solid family event we did each year. My oldest celebrates her birthday tomorrow, so it was always for her bday too. My soon to be former husband has the kids this weekend, so I am dreading thinking about them doing all the "things" as a family...minus me. I really think this will be harder than other holidays/events for me to deal with. It's kind of sad looking back that we really only had one thing a year we did as a family, but that is what it was and I so much always looked forward to it, as did the kids. I tell myself if I can get through this weekend without being a mess the whole time it will give me strength to know I will be able to make it through the other big "firsts" that are still coming. My oldest texted her dad and told him she did not want to do anything with him for her birthday and the only gift she wants is the dog that he still has. He has yet to respond, so we are just waiting for the other shoe to drop, so to speak.
I will try to get on this weekend and catch up on the thread and respond some. As always I appreciate all the prayers and good thoughts that have been said/sent by all the Quackers. I hope and pray that all of you who are in need of extra support are finding it.

 

[Judique]

Good morning! Looks like a gorgeous but hot day. I have some grass that needs cutting so that will be first on my morning agenda.

Really nothing else brand new here.

It's DD's in person day at work so she will be gone all day.

As usual there's cleaning to do and various chores and the Yorkie who has been fed and walked is yapping for attention.

Every so often I get the urge to modify my house. It was strong this week. For me there is no need for the space as I've got over 1400 sq ft for 2 of us not counting basement, area, some of which is finished, so a decent retirement home with mostly 1 level living.

However, I want an extension to my living/dining/kitchen area because one of my neighbors did it and it's so nice! If I'd done it when they did theirs it would be paid for by now with a 5 year loan. I have the cash but would prefer to do a home equity.

The other possible reno would be to put in a bay or bow window with a window seat when replacing my living room window which could use replacement. That reno might be enough to satisfy my 'tear it down and do something different' urge that I get whenever I sit and just look around.

Hopefully the first urge will get pushed away by life's priorities. The big window will get done, just not sure when.

 

[lynxstch]

Good morning..heat coming back today , temps at 90 or above.
I am a little ticked at the handyman. He never showed up or called yesterday, and he will be getting a phone call around 9. He only has 5 days to finish all the projects he started for people, so he has to get moving. I know he has to come back here at some point (and hopefully before we get storms on Sunday), as his expensive ladders, and a lot of his tools are still here, lol!
I was so tired last nite, from rushing to get all the yard work done before noon, since he was supposed to show up between 1 and 2. I hope nothing serious came up that stopped him from getting back here.
Nothing else new to report. I was going to paint the doors today, but since we have to have the ac on for the heat, I don't want to have the doors open to paint them. Will have to wait till it cools down again.--Edited to add. Called Handyman,,he got a flat tire yesterday on his sons huge truck yesterday and had to drive to Hagerstown to get a new one. He's on his way here now!

Good luck to your husband today @Pea-n-Me --sending prayers for all of you

Have a nice morning,

 

[flyingdumbo127]

Good morning
Prayers said Frog. I also truly pray your Ex will give your DD her He would be a wonderful extra companion of joy for all of you.

for your DH, Pea and of course a for you!

How frustrating, Lynn and after all your effort and waiting. Wishing you a Friday of extra

Footballmouse, that sounds like a fun festival and how neat that you and your family have been attending for so long. I hope you enjoyed your breakfast and have a good Friday.

Love your cereal memories, PollyannaMom , thank you for sharing. I once had this Cheerios Bowl along with a yellow Cheerios T shirt. I also have good memories of the kids at church camps' enjoying Cheerios and even a pastor friend's dogwho sometimes was a camper enjoying a treat of fallen cereal.

Judique, I always have thought a comfortablesounded so relaxing. I've only read about them in books or seen on TV. I hope if you do put one in that it brings you extra peace and time of prayer and reading, too!

Continuing of health and to you, always, Snowysmom.

AuntieMe3, B&B, and Carol, much prayer that all of you are feeling better this morning!

Dad just left for the laundromat. Praying he doesn't sit in the while waiting. I told him I would come and get him at least during the half an hour wash cycle. We live only 5 minutes or so away. The laundromat is small and not air conditioned. Afterwards he'll go by Ralph's and then hooray be home. I will check in with all of dear you later. Keep cool friends and have a good Friday! to all with love.

 

[easyas123]

@easyas123 was going to ask you to weigh in if you have a chance as I know you work with rescues. You must go through issues each and every time you bring a dog into your house. Fostering is really a labor of love and big commitment. Thank you. Others, feel free to weigh in, as well.

I'm not a expert by ANY means, but I'd say keep up with the "I'm in charge, you are not" stance, as well as removing him from any situation that causes him to respond, such as removing him from sleeping in a room where he may be reactive to a person who is sleeping in there getting up or startling him. I am a big believer in crate training, however I appreciate that they are not for every dog and that bigger dogs who ae unfamiliar with them can have a hard time. Our current foster is not in a crate, BUT he isn't reactive nor is he destructive and he's proven he is trustworthy to sleep thru the night without eating my house or me. But if he wasn't, I'd have crated him for his own good overnight. Bringing a adult dog into your home can be a exhausting process, so a little patience with yourself is warranted as well!

She has hopes to go to a regular University in a couple years with eventually becoming a veterinarian.

Good for her! My niece is a freshman at Univ. of DE in the pre-vet program. She worked for a vet for the past few years, and was in 4H and showed dogs, rabbits & horses. She got good grades, but outside of 4H she had no extracurriculars and I was concerned she wouldn't be considered well rounded enough to be accepted into the pre-vet programs, but somehow she did it. We will see how she makes out these first 4 years.

QOTD: What is your favorite cereal?

Rice chex, but I don't eat cereal that often. I'm not a huge milk drinker.

St Simons Island

Oh! How was St. Simons? Your WDW photos are great by the way, looks like everyone is having fun in them!

I just wanted to say "hi" and say I'm still around.

Hi back at you - I hope this weekend goes by pleasantly for you.

It is 52 this morning

It was cool here as well. I had a light sweater on this AM when those damn dogs of mine those wonderful pups of mine woke me up at 5 AM and we were outside. If I'm to be honest, it's been a bit since I was up at 5 and outside. The stars were spectacular and bright, so I owe the pups a thanks as it's been a while since I just enjoyed the sky,

Every so often I get the urge to modify my house.

We've just decided to completely remodel our finished basement. I'm not sure we are in our right mind, it started as replacing a wood burning stove w/ a pellet stove and replacing the carpet. Now we are tearing out the bar and putting a new basement kitchen in a while different area/taking out doors/moving walls. And painting the whole area.

He's on his way here now!

Oh good, enjoy your new gutters!


Well we just have yard/farm chores this weekend on the agenda, not much else. I've got multiple fields that I need to bush hog, I usually don't start on that until mid-Sept. but I'm seriously considering starting this weekend while I have the time. Plus the usual mowing and weeding as well as giving the porch a good clean. So lots of work for me this weekend, but at least it will be on my own schedule.

Youngest & his girlfriend are making supper this evening. Not sure what is happening Saturday, Sunday will more than likely be crabs. Monday the brisket we took out will go in the smoker.

Have a good holiday weekend everyone, stay safe and enjoy yourselves no matter what you get into.

 

[Snowysmom]

@Pea-n-Me Best wishes for your DH and surgery. He is lucky to have 2 devoted nurses to care for him.

@Breezy_Carol Love the Disney pictures. It makes me look forward a bit to my family trip next month.

Another cereal that I would eat is Kelloggs K, the original not all the new flavors they have. I don't like sweet cereal.

It looks like older DS and the boys had a great time in NH. The pictures show them having all kinds of fun. A good way to end the summer. They will be home today. The kids will be with Mom this weekend. DS has to work.

 

[Bianca and Bernard]

Afternoon, all!
@Breezy_Carol love the pics! Glad you had a good trip! We love going to St Simons; Anastasia Island, and Cumberland Island as well.

QOTD: Favorite cereal
Cocoa Krispies
The monster cereals at Halloween season - Count Chocula, Frankenberry and Booberry
Apple Jacks
Cocoa Pebbles

Are you me? Seriously, those are my top favs too...Cocoa Krispies, Cocoa Pebbles, Count Chocula (do you sense a theme, lol); Apple Jacks are good. For 'grownup' cereals, I like Honey bunches of oats, Vanilla.

I'm jealous of your low morning temps, @Snowysmom and @easyas123 ...it was mid 70s when I got up this morning....

@lynxstch I'd have been a little frustrated with the handyman. He should have called to let you know that he was having car issues. That's one of those pet peeves we talked about the other day here. I hope he made it there today, and got your stuff done!


Another lazy day. Waiting for the mailman to swing by and pick up the two packages I have going out to my girls, with the souvenirs we got them from vacation. I went the 'super cheesy' route with my SoIL's, and we got them these flasks made out of bottles with resin decor on them, and for DD's, we got small shot glasses in the same style; the best part is they all have googly eyes on them.



Then we got a necklace of bone for DD#1 and a pair of earring made of horn for DD#2; and the SoIL's got handmade rosewood pens. DD#1 got a bottle of black berry one (not blackberry; it's made from a black berry); and DD#2 a bottle of local rum (pictured below), local hot sauces, and some local made chocolate bars. DGS #2 and #2 got the same things; a whistle that looks like a toucan; a slate necklace with their Mayan calendar symbol; a small bag of local candy; and a wooden frog toy, where you rub the stick on its back and it sounds like a frog. DGS#4 got a stuffed turtle and a wooden top toy. {DS got a necklace like the boys, and a tshirt.}


for souvenirs, I got a vase made of different types of wood, a wooden bowl, a keychain, and a pair of rosewood earrings; DH bought an urn (made of rosewood, and no, he didn't know it was an urn, but went with it anyways, lol...and it's an urn for a bird or rat, because you cannot fit anything more in it!) and we each picked out a slate carving.
The urn --->



Got some local hot sauces, and a bottle each of rum cream and coconut rum. (For those who partake, these are the best I've ever had) The regular rum was just ok.



Dinner tonight is just hot dogs, chips, and salad. I'm feeling lazy. Tomorrow is 'jerked' pork shoulder (from Publix, it comes spiced and with peppers and onions, and I just cook it in a cast iron for a few hours), with some rice and black beans. I have some green beans I need to use up, so I think I'll make a three bean salad for lunch tomorrow.

Y'all have a good day!

 

[Breezy_Carol]

Good afternoon.

This morning DH had to go out for some routine fasting bloodwork. He took his bike with him and was going to stop for a bagel then bike ride. I planned to shower, wash my hair, change the linens, that sort of stuff. About 10:30, I got a phone call that his bike had a problem. He needed a rescue. I hurried up and got dressed, took a car seat out of the car, got the extra bike rack, and went and found him. Came home to work on the chores. I am still dragging but otherwise ok, COVID wise.

Speaking of the cooler temps, yesterday when Tessa got here, she said she was cold and I should turn on the heat. That was not happening. I found her a kids T shirt to put on over her dress and that satisfied her.

We have no plans for the weekend. Will probably cook out one day but really don't plan to see either kid.

How was St. Simons?

Humid with mosquitos. The B&B we were in was very nice. DH was particularly impressed. We had never been to one before. We got there about 7 and walked the 1/2 mile to the ocean. The next morning we drove to the light house and walked around a bit. The town is relatively quiet but the beach looked nice. A little higher class than Cecil County. LOL. I could see going back with bicycles.