Quarantine and chill and kindness chatty clubhouse: Jump in and join the conversation! All is welcome!

[flyingdumbo127]

Dazed, sorry about the quick I'm glad you got outside for a few minutes anyway. Prayers you're having a good afternoon!

 

[frog3101]

Hello fellow Quackers. I don't really have much to report. I feel like a broken record. Things continue to be difficult. I am really struggling. I will prob be calling my Dr. on Monday to see about seeing her sooner. I can't continue to cry all the time. I am a wreck every time the kids are with their dad. His mother is always there/around now too and she is worse than he is. I can't make my brain stop spinning with all the "what if's". Definitely not healthy for me or the kids.
And, because my family doesn't have enough to deal with, my brother-in-law had some not great medical news come his way this past week. Ugh.
@Bianca and Bernard I hope your daughter is able to get answers and get healed soon.
@Canadisney Fly So very impressed with your backyard.
@Snowysmom sending you big hugs and prayers that this weekend has gone ok for you.
I know there are others I want to reply to, but honestly I don't have it in me at the moment. So, I will send a big hug and prayers to all Quackers who need them.

 

[flyingdumbo127]

Big hug and much prayer with love right back to you, Frog!

 

[Canadisney Fly]

Love your circle! I have a 24 x 24 ft patio with a circle that juts out of one side and has a wall due to permit requirements, slope of the land. It's for my firepit

Wow - that would be lovely to have an evening around the firepit! That's a HUGE circle - it sounds great.

So, I gave our tenant down the street a big piece and my friend on the other side another section. Now it won't go to waste and I can eat some.

Costco is an old habit that I can't let go of, especially these days when food is so expensive, but it's just DS and I. I'm learning to freeze things and I don't normally have a sweet tooth, but oh, those cookies get me every time.

I did DVD Small Town Christmas last night, a new-to-me Hallmark movie.

I love that you watch Christmas movies off-season! I'm a deep die-hard Christmas fan. Along with my Disney obsession!

I feel like a broken record. Things continue to be difficult. I am really struggling. I can't continue to cry all the time.

You're in the worst of it - and people understand. I cried every day for months - but there was this sweet, magical moment in the morning - somewhere between the land of sleep but moments before full consciousness would bring the pain back - that gave me so much hope. It was a millisecond of time, but it was a promise that there would be peace in my heart again. And eventually those milliseconds gave way to seconds, then minutes, and then days. You will heal. And I know that doesn't help when you're in the thick of it, but you will heal

 

[PollyannaMom]

Good morning, all! - It's getting hot here already.

Kitty #1's "walk" was nice - I enjoyed sitting out and finishing a library book, but Kitty #2 and I are already hiding in the shade on the porch!

The graduation yesterday was nice - way too hot, of course, but the speeches were good. My niece was happy to have all of us there, and we're so proud of her!

 

[lynxstch]

Good morning all. Going to be another hot one here, already 74. @PollyannaMom --had to laugh at the thought of you and kitty #2 hiding in the shade. All of the outside cats had breakfast, fresh water, and are laying in various places around the yard in the shade. I just turned the ac on..trying to keep it cool while I can. We had some light sprinkles around 9 pm, but it didn't do enough to even wet things. They say maybe bad storms tonite, who knows.

I cleaned in the cellar yesterday. Did laundry, then tackled the workbench. I cleaned the cupboards, stuff that was rock hard and needed to be disposed of. Paint, spackling, glazing, stuff like that. I don't think we have need for 6 containers of 3 in 1 oil, so 4 of them went in the trash bag. Things I haven't seen in 20 years, didn't know they were there, so obviously we didn't need them. They are now in the trash bag, lol. Today I will tackle the underside and the 3 big drawers that Mr L built into the bottom. One is full of electrical stuff, and I don't think I ever opened the other 2, so no idea what I am going to find.

Putting a pork roast in the crockpot,,it heats up the kitchen less than the oven. It's just too hot to cook outside, it's definitely summer here.

@frog3101 --What canadisney fly said to you above is spot on. Read that a couple of times, and hang onto it!

Sunday hugs to all,,stay cool

 

[Snowysmom]

Good morning. Thanks for the kind words. It is a tough weekend. I am so lonely and so sad. I miss Chris even more being here by myself. And on top of everything else, I think I made the wrong decision on where to live. My thought process said I should stay in the area the Chris and I lived in and be near familiar places. Well, that turned out to be false. I went to the Market Basket in the next town where Chris and I would go only a bit, not the usual one. Well, I cried buckets when I got out to the car. Then I went to the CVS nearby and cried as I drove into the parking lot. Next week I will try the Market Basket in the town I live in. This morning I went to a big farm stand at the end of my street. I went in there and all I could think of was how much Chris would have loved this place. I got some produce and had to leave quickly before I cried in the store. I so want to be able to go back there as the produce is so good and reasonably priced for our current inflation situation. I will give this place a bit of time and then I may end up moving back to older DS's area. I could go to stores there like Hannafords and Wegmans. I can't even go to the Wegman's Chris and I used to go to or Trader Joe's. I don't want to have to move again but I really doubt I can live here long term. Everyone says to give it a chance but right now it is too heartbreaking for me. I will be alone today. Yesterday younger DS and kids came for a visit. Then I went back to older DS's to pick up some stuff. He even got me some hot dogs and was going to grill them for me. I couldn't sit still, was so anxious that I had to leave before supper. I texted him to apologize. I did not want him to be mad or offended. He understood. This change really has me back to square one. I am on a mission today to see if I can find some formula for Sam. He is on a special formula that had been easy to find, and now, not so much. It angers me that our country so dropped the ball on this issue. We should not have to rely on other countries to feed our babies. Vent over. Thankfully they are able to find enough right now to be OK for a bit. Hopefully it will get better soon.

I am going to put some clothes away and then go out again to look around. I am a bit nudgy and very anxious so I need to do things.

Have a good Sunday.

 

[flyingdumbo127]

Happy Sunday

Canadisney Fly, what a beautiful assurance of His peace God gave you! Thank you for sharing that with all of us and especially Frog! I do enjoy Hallmark Christmas movies that's for sure. What are some of your favorites? Spring is my very favorite season (Easter, rebirth, new life blooming) but Christmas is my very favorite time of the year.

My memories of most outdoor graduations are that they were too hot! I'm sorry the one you attended yesterday was also. Congratulations to the graduate. You and kitty indeed had the smart idea!

Lynn, you never do know what a junk drawer might hold! you and Mr . enjoy some R&R today, too!

JustSnowysmom. One day, one moment at a time. Step by step with the Lord and with all of us, by His grace, too, here for you so much as well, my friend. As I've said before, I love the names of some the stores that you and other back East Quacker shop at. No such thing as Market Basket here. Seems a lot of more fun or creative names are an East Coast thing. Though I've always smiled at the name Hobby Lobby.

Quiet Sunday here. Dad is going briefly to CVS and Pavilions. I'll watch online worship. May we start a 100-piece cupcake puzzle a friend sent me from TX yesterday later.

to all! Carol, I hope you are enjoying every minute of your trip!

 

[Breezy_Carol]

Good morning.

Home from our trip. Went to church this morning now finishing unpacking and doing mounds of laundry.

The trip was mostly good with one bad thing. We all (10 adults, 3 kids, 2 infants) arrived Saturday night. Had a nice dinner together. Sunday was a beach day and dinner at the house together again. Monday at 4 am, DS woke us to say that his wife (Who has CF and a 3 month old) had tested positive for COVID. They had the car packed and were leaving. She had gotten a sore throat and cough and wanted to be closer to her CF doctors. She is doing well and recovering. Unfortunately baby Marty also tested positive but is doing ok. DS is still negative.

That said, the rest of us, DDIL's parents and sister and her family all got along with DD and her family and us. We had a nice rest of the week between the beach, the pool, and one big dinner out for all of us. It was at a brewery where we could eat outside at picnic tables and there was a pirate ship climbing playground for the kids. We took turns watching them. So, with one glaring exception, it was a good week. We all want to do it again, when everyone can stay the whole time.

In 2 months, DD and her family, DSIL's parents, and DH and I, go to WDW. DD and I were successful getting up early every morning and booking ADRs for one sit down meal each day.

I have not read any of the past posts before this morning and may never catch up. If there is something I really should know, message me.

 

[PollyannaMom]

@Snowysmom - on the difficulty of the move and on your grandson's formula not being available.

I expect the move is ripping open the original wounds, because it's like "part two" of the difficult transition from living with Chris to living on your own. Try to just muddle through for now, and not judge the place based on these current feelings.

 

[frog3101]

@Snowysmom I am sorry to hear that you are having such a rough time. I am sending you a PM soon.
@Breezy_Carol Sorry to hear about the big bump in your trip. I am glad to hear that everyone seems to be doing well overall and that you were able to still enjoy the time away, even if everyone could not be there.
I'm headed to take my daughter to camp this afternoon. My sister is riding along. It's about 2.5 hours away, so will spend more time on the road than actually being at the camp to drop her off. She is super excited. I hope it sticks. With everything going on now, she really could use this time away, but I also a bit worried she will get homesick. If she does, no big deal, I always got homesick at camp, so I understand. I just am praying it is a great fun time away for her.
I've decided in all my wisdom that some of my problems with moving forward is that my husband still seems to have so much control over the situation and me. Though I don't live under the same roof anymore, I'm still on pins and needles all the time because there is no schedule for the kids. I pray once there is a schedule that some of that anxiety lessons. I truly believe the unknown is the worst.
Don't know much else at this point. I applied for two jobs on Friday so hoping to hear from them maybe this week about possible interviews. Got another lead on possibly another that may come open to apply for. I am grateful I have the one that was originally offered to me as a back up, but would like to find something that pays a bit more.

 

[Pea-n-Me]

 

[PollyannaMom]

I guess it looks more like a chick than a duckie, but I saw this on Pinterest and still thought everyone could use a Quacker smile.

 

[Kirby]

I've decided in all my wisdom that some of my problems with moving forward is that my husband still seems to have so much control over the situation and me. Though I don't live under the same roof anymore, I'm still on pins and needles all the time because there is no schedule for the kids. I pray once there is a schedule that some of that anxiety lessons. I truly believe the unknown is the worst.

Speaking from my DD's experience, this is definitely true. Once you have a hearing and at least have temporary orders, things should calm down a little bit, you'll have something to work with and hold him to. But the orders have to be written up and signed, don't settle for verbal only. They are not binding. DD found this out the hard way five years ago and then once again this year when her attorney did not get them written up. Long story, won't go into it but her attorney has done her a great disservice. When you get your divorce done and a visitation schedule set, don't let your ex bully you into going against the decree. It is a legal contract, stick to your guns. It sounds harsh and I'm only speaking from DD's experience. I hope that you have better experiences with it all in the end.

 

[lynxstch]

@Kirby I remember some of your posts from last year about your daughter and her attorney. I hope things have been settled to her satisfaction. I say the same thing as you to frog--you do have some control even though you don't feel you do. And do not let him, or anyone else bully you into anything you aren't comfortable. Unfortunately , only time is going to heal any of what you are going through.

Its 90 degrees here again. Looked like storms coming all afternoon, but nothing. Now that it's almost dinnertime,,the usual Sunday sun has come out again, now that it's too late to go outside and do anything.

I watched 4 more Hawaii 5-O's and Mr L took a long nap. I should have taken one too..it was 3 am when I finally fell asleep, and 6 when I got up. Early bed tonite.

How many more times are the boards going to be down for 'moving to a new server'? This has been going on for a week already

Have a nice evening..Hugs to all

 

[Snowysmom]

Frog I hope your DD does well at camp. Safe travels for you. I hope you get a visitation schedule done soon so you have an idea of what will be expected. It must be frustrating not to know and not to have it in your control.

Carol I hope your DDIL and baby Marty continue to do well. I am glad you were able to relax and have a nice trip.

I indulged today and got some Ben and Jerry's ice cream, chocolate caramel cheesecake. I have not been hungry lately but just was craving ice cream. So, I gave in and went to the store. The store was near some clothing donation bins so I dropped of the clothes and curtains that I weeded out when I moved into the condo. So since the store was nearby I just had to stop for ice cream. I also got juice packs for the next time the grandkids come over. I accomplished other stuff while getting my ice cream.

 

[AuntieMe3]

All of the outside cats had breakfast, fresh water, and are laying in various places around the yard in the shade.

My dad all of sudden has two outdoor feral cats. We think they may have been the neighbors who sold the house and moved. My dad gives them water but there are enough critters around for them to be pretty healthy....they are big boys...lol They lounge around in the shade in the front yard until one of us goes out there and then they take off to the backyard.

Hope you get some good sleep tonight.

It is a tough weekend.

I'm so sorry it's been a rough weekend. Wishing you to feel some peace soon....hope you enjoyed your ice cream treat.

Unfortunately baby Marty also tested positive but is doing ok. DS is still negative.

Oh no...I hope DIL and Marty are feeling better soon and hope DS stays negative. Glad you still got to enjoy your trip though.

She is super excited. I hope it sticks. With everything going on now, she really could use

I really hope she enjoys herself. And I just feel terrible for what you and @Kirby 's DD are dealing with. It makes so mad when parents don't put their kids first. Ughhh....

So I kept getting the boards are down message yesterday and today. Yesterday I tried to post and it would be down before I was able to post reply. Annoying as I had stuff quoted to comment on and they disappeared. Ugh...oh well.

My niece went home yesterday but we had a nice time while she was here. Now that she is a little older we don't really need to entertain her as much as we used to. She has some play-doh here and a razor scooter DH found at one of his job sites. LOL She also had a blast running through the sprinklers because it was HOT here. My sis and BIL brought us some specialty donuts when they picked her up...


Yes, one is a poop emoji... They got that one for my niece. It was a chocolate donut with chocolate whipped cream dipped in chocolate. There was also banana cream, Boston cream, orea, blueberry, stores, peanut butter, maple bacon, toasted coconut and a regular ole' fashion. Despite their appearance and sound the only one that was overly sweet was the blueberry. The rest were really good....we all did a taste test and had a bite of each after lunch.

Today had just been a relaxing day...its super hot. This week we have my BIL and a couple nephews(they're adults so no entertaining needed...lol) coming to visit. One on Wed, another Thursday and the other Saturday. They'll be here though the 4th and go home various days the following week.

Anyway all that to say I may not be around everyday I get ready for our company. So I hope you all have a good week and I'll be around when I can.

 

[flyingdumbo127]

Welcome home, Carol! Prayers for a speedy recovery all-around especially baby Marty! I am so sorry Covid strikes again Grateful that otherwise (I know this is a HUGE otherwise) you had an enjoyable trip. Healthier all-around next trip to come for all, my friend!

PollyannaMom, such kind and wise words for our friend Snowysmom! I love the duck/chick. She has the absolute right idea

Much prayer for your daughter, Frog, to have FUN at camp. I never went to sleepaway camp other than a week at a Sierra Club sponsored youth retreat when I was 17. A true camp always sounded interesting, except as a young kid, I may not have liked the idea of being far from home. Though in retrospect that might have been a blessing. A church related camp would be a great experience as a kid, I think to be part of. Oh, and lol I did get caught up in for a while the old Disney Channel series Bug Juice which as all about a kid's summer camp. I thought Rhett, one of the male counselors, was quite handsome! and loving always for you.

Much continued prayers for those kiddos extra, Kirby and of course, you!

Lynn, glad you did rest. Sorry about the heat and Dis issues, those are very frustrating indeed!


I loved your post, Snowysmom, because you treated yourself to some I hope you enjoyed every bite! A good memory of my grandma was how she loved her ice cream, especially Ben and Jerry's. I remember at first thinking she did not need (she was semi diabetic) 5 pints of ice cream in her freezer when she was in her 80's. But, that made her happy and that was what mattered and made me happy! Besides anyone in their 80's ought to ENJOY any treat they wish and you, please, enjoy your own, too.

Sweet dreams to all of you with love.

 

[PollyannaMom]

Good morning, all!

Still pretty nice here at the moment. Am out with one of the cats and we keep hearing a meow. It seems to be a cat belonging to some neighbors (across from next door) meowing to be let in. They are fairly new and I don't really know them, but I feel bad for the kitty (and mine keeps looking around wondering where the sad sound is coming from).

Update - someone came to the door, but the cat had either given up or got spooked and was halfway across the yard. Whoever it was called but eventually gave up, and now the kitty is back by the door meowing again.

You can't win with cats.

 

[easyas123]

Good morning everyone - hope you all had a good weekend.
I've got a 10 AM & 2 pm meeting in-office today, so that will keep me busy.
Not much going on up our way. We vastly underestimated the amount of paint we needed for the barn, so we picked 13 more gallons (argh! No 5 gallon buckets anywhere!) of paint yesterday and will get to painting the next day we can. Should be able to finish it next time weather allows us to paint.
Survived having our niece, barely. She's becoming...badly behaved. We were exhausted & irritated by the time her father picked her up. Even the dogs were exhausted! Youngest heads to CO for a week of hiking today and so we are anticipating a nice, quiet 8 or 9 days ahead of us. ahhhhhhhhhhh
We also lost the zero turn and the finish mower, which fouls up our schedule. Hopefully they can get put back to rights this week.

Off to my meeting(s)!