Something About Nothing ... #12

[Realfoodfans]

Hello all - just tried a quick catch up but so much going on I won’t try and respond to everything.
Had a few beautiful days here on the edge of the Peak District but looks like it’s cooling down now.
Took grandchildren to Toy Story 4 last night - we all thought it was really good and worth the wait!
I have just booked a cottage in Wales for a week for Mr Real’s 60th Birthday in 3 weeks - I had cancelled one I had booked previously when Mum was so ill and couldn’t find anywhere then this one came up new to the rental market and I booked it straight away - an old school house so hope it will be as nice as the pictures.
Will try and catch up some more soon hope you’re all well x

 

[Realfoodfans]

Real FF, how have you been doing?
We have missed you here

Thank you Mac - missing all the news but so busy here and things not going too well I hate not having the headspace for “my time” x

 

[macraven]

We are aware life has been tough for you and wish some of us could live near you to help

For now consider yourself getting many hugs from all the homies here!
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We keep you in our thoughts

Read when you can, post when you feel up to it

The trip to Wales sounds super!
Go and have a fun relaxing time there

 

[Sue M]

Schumi the weather has made the news here. Crazy. 114F in France. A friend of mine just left for vacay in France just as heat wave started.
For the next 14 days temps here will remain mostly in low 70’s with a spike to 79 or 80. I’m waiting for the shoe to drop. I know the blistering heat is coming. But for now I’m enjoying the moderate temps we used to have during this time of year.

 

[schumigirl]

Hey to RFF.........

Schumi the weather has made the news here. Crazy. 114F in France. A friend of mine just left for vacay in France just as heat wave started.
For the next 14 days temps here will remain mostly in low 70’s with a spike to 79 or 80. I’m waiting for the shoe to drop. I know the blistering heat is coming. But for now I’m enjoying the moderate temps we used to have during this time of year.

It is excessive for sure, and not the norm for us. Our friends who went back to Paris called us last night and haven’t been out of their home since they got back......far too hot. We’re just making the most of it while we have it.......but, we’re not as bad as mainland Europe with the heat. But, warm for us. Today hasn’t to be just as bad over here, we should reach high 70’s. Yes, enjoy your pleasant temps before the heat hits.



Bit of grocery shopping today, then garden time again today......the Grand Prix is on but not sure I’ll watch it. Grilling for lunch and dinner again too.....

No plans so far for this week ahead........temps are to cool a little into the low 70’s, so maybe some nice walks along the beach in the mornings....and try to eat a little healthier than we have done these last few weeks!

Have a great Sunday.........and tomorrow is July!!!!

 

[Lynne G]

Another sunny start. Thankfully, no rain until later today, yep that summer rain chances every late afternoon and evening. But since the cooler weather did arrive last night, oh the lightning. Hit a home near us, 2 alarm fire, and hit a tree that fell on a home. We were in dark red radar color for a good 20 minutes. But then, the last hour or so of daylight, the sun was out and it was beautiful. But wow, a day that saw 94 and oh so humid, became a not as humid 73 by the time the rain stopped. Yeah, 20 degree drop after about an hour of rain around 5 last night.

So Sunday is upon us, and hope all have a peaceful Sunday. Last day of June. Oh my the time flies.

Real, good to hear from ya, so sorry about all you have dealt with, and was nice you got to see the movie with the grandkids. Sending a hug, and hope for much better times for you and your family.

Lazy Sunday for me too, I hope. Finished the wash, then trash goes out and cleaning the inside of the car. Seems kids, um little one, leave shoes and other things and clothes in my car. Time to take all in, and wipe and vacuum. I like to do that every once in awhile.

Ah, time for a shower, as tea is done. Thought I heard older one stirring, but an oh so quiet morning. A perfect one in my book.

Later, and sending good wishes and positive thoughts to everyone. Good Morning.

 

[macraven]

A quick drop on as getting ready to leave for church
Strange weather all over the states

Lynne, not pleasant in your area yesterday with neighborhood lightening strikes!

Schumi, enjoy your nice weather and grilling outside today

Our weather has held the same
Hot and humid but 90’s is normal here

Charade, sending prayers that your surgery goes as normal for you Monday

Homies, enjoy the rest of your weekend !

 

[Monykalyn]

an old school house so hope it will be as nice as the pictures.

Sounds really neat. Hope things are improving for you soon!

Hot ball game last night but fun-took the kids as DH ran up to his mom's at the lake-his BF has a boat, and DH mom has a slip but no lift at this new place, They found a lift at a good price, had to haul it over to the slip, took all day. We had tickets to baseball so took kids instead. Love minor league ball!

Came home to find 2 of 5 chickens not in coop. I know it's hot but top of deck stairs NOT a night nesting option. 2nd night in row I've had to put chickens back in coop. The screen door to run is closed, but I've left (screened) windows and big door to nesting area open to get air in there. With run enclosed they are safe from predators, but OMG they get ticked when I am not down there at crack of dawn to let them out: they scratched all the straw out of nesting area, buried their water and food dispensers and generally been destructive. they have lots of room, just spoiled! Also finally got meal worms for them so they should be nicer now!

On deck with fans going, not bad in shade.

Salmon and asparagus for dinner. Maybe smashed potatoes too...

 

[Monykalyn]

Adding-booked a spot at Disney 9/19 to go check out Galaxy's Edge. Now kiddo said she is gonna get up at crack of dawn to go with for EEMH...we will see. If crowds don't seem bad then will cancel spot and just take our chances, still have one day left on NE tix...

 

[schumigirl]

MonyK.....glad you got your chickens sorted! And congrats on the GE spot........I need to go look at what EEMH is......



Well, we didn’t get to grill today, was blowing a hoolie outside.....but ended up at friends home late afternoon and evening, just back in.....she organises a good gathering. And good food too! So, was a lovely evening.....

Hopefully will sleep better tonight as last night was so warm despite the aircon unit in our room.......central aircon is not a thing over here in homes......not needed usually. But 3 or 4 nights a year it would be welcome.....

No idea of plans for the week ahead........

Hope your week is a good one though........

 

[Monykalyn]

need to go look at what EEMH

Extra early magic hours for onsite guests-starting at 6 am. So we need to catch an Uber around 5ish...so we will have to pace ourselves the night before at HHN.

Got 3 days of work then heading to lake for Independence day (july4th) should be hot and sticky, so perfect pool/lake weather. Gonna take my Cabana Bay float with the seat and drink holder built in (it really is a nice float!) and bob around the cove while the lil fishies nibble the toes Probably take jetski out early in a cove too.

 

[Lynne G]

Hehe, spoiled chickens, MonyK. My neighbor ones surely are. Most of my neighbor’s backyard is the coop and run for them. They routinely put new sod in there for them. And yep, none would be out at night, as lots around would be happy to have a chicken dinner. They even have red lights that blink to scare off animals like our pesky and most resourceful raccoons.

Peaceful night and was a hot day. Even though was not as high as 90, it was close, 87, and mostly a very sunny day. Little one went to a friend’s party and I texted her a free drink to pick up on her way home. She came home with a huge iced lemonade. She split it with me and DH. Yum and was so tasty, almost got brain freeze. Cooked me right down. And ack, the AC has been running almost all day.

Ah, back to routine and a yay! MonyK going to get some mouse time in. Nice and what a wake up time. Think an afternoon nap would be a good thing to do on a HHN night the same day.

Hope all are going to have a very good night sleep.

And a hehe, when my total at register in store was said by the clerk, he says it was a few years before the year he was born. Little one remarked I would not say how old I was. Yeah, I said to clerk, I am old enough you could be my son. Felt really old then.

 

[Squirlz]

We took two cars to a car show yesterday. The new Ironman got much more attention than the Morgan! It was fun.

 

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[schumigirl]

Oh Monyk that is early.....and now you said what the letters mean...it`s so obvious!!!!

Your holiday visit sounds amazing......spending time by a lake sounds like bliss to me!!!


Yes Lynne, no need to repeat ages after a certain age......lol......only a brave person asks...….

Love frozen lemonade...…..87F is good!!!!



Looking good squirlz!! Love a car show...…


mac....hope your weather stays lovely, but not too sticky.....


charade....good luck today.



And we are in July...……..it`s another of those moments you wonder where has the year gone.....

One of the hotels we were staying in last week had signs up suggesting you book now for the C word!!!!! Far too early to even think about that, although last few years we`ve had cards appear in the stores in August!! That is ridiculous...….and I love Christmas...….but seriously!!!!

New favourite breakfast...….one slice of white toast or a brioche baguette......avocado with some thinly sliced baked ham or smoked salmon...….delicious!!

No plans for today, may do some house cleaning this morning...….Tom wants to wash the car...….again!!!

Dull so far this morning, not to be too hot today, maybe 70F.....good day for housework.....making beef burgers for dinner tonight, Tom will grill them outside as it`ll be nicer later and maybe some chicken on skewers......sounds good!!

Have a great Monday...…..

 

[Lynne G]

Nice, Squirlz, I like seeing the cars and looked like a nice car show.

Ah, dinner at Schumi's. All on the grill for dinner sound perfect.

Charade, hope your out patient visit goes perfectly and you will be feeling better and resting after.

Keisha, hope you are having fun. Let us know which park or parks you end up on the 4th.

Stepped out the door, it was 64. And actually felt quite refreshing. In the office? Another matter. Seems the AC unit failed last night. Depending on how it feels, I may be teleworking shortly. Thankfully, quiet and not too warm. No need for sweater today, that I am very sure of.

With that,
- Yep, Happy Canada Day to all the Canadian homies. Hope the fireworks and food are good.

And, ooh it's getting hot inside office. That teleworking may commence even earlier.

Later homies.
Yep,my only nephew's birthday is today.

 

[macraven]

Was looking for the Canadian flag to oost

Found it the other day and used it

Anyway, hope our homies in Canada have a fab celebration today!

Nothing new in my area
Hot and humid but not an issue as ac in car, house and all stores

Hope all are doing fine and having a great Monday

 

[Sue M]

Came home to find 2 of 5 chickens not in coop. I know it's hot but top of deck stairs NOT a night nesting option. 2nd night in row I've had to put chickens back in coop. The screen door to run is closed, but I've left (screened) windows and big door to nesting area open to get air in there. With run enclosed they are safe from predators, but OMG they get ticked when I am not down there at crack of dawn to let them out: they scratched all the straw out of nesting area, buried their water and food dispensers and generally been destructive. they have lots of room, just spoiled! Also finally got meal worms for them so they should be nicer now!

On deck with fans going, not bad in shade.

Salmon and asparagus for dinner. Maybe smashed potatoes too...

Chickens at it again! Keeping you on your toes!

MonyK.....glad you got your chickens sorted! And congrats on the GE spot........I need to go look at what EEMH is......



Well, we didn’t get to grill today, was blowing a hoolie outside.....but ended up at friends home late afternoon and evening, just back in.....she organises a good gathering. And good food too! So, was a lovely evening.....

Hopefully will sleep better tonight as last night was so warm despite the aircon unit in our room.......central aircon is not a thing over here in homes......not needed usually. But 3 or 4 nights a year it would be welcome.....

No idea of plans for the week ahead........

Hope your week is a good one though........

AC was never a thing here either until 5-6yrs ago when the heat stayed around all summer. Usually summers here were mild, 70s-80 F. And maybe a few days a spike to really hot. But the past few years the heat has been high 80s-90F and constant.

Extra early magic hours for onsite guests-starting at 6 am. So we need to catch an Uber around 5ish...so we will have to pace ourselves the night before at HHN.

Got 3 days of work then heading to lake for Independence day (july4th) should be hot and sticky, so perfect pool/lake weather. Gonna take my Cabana Bay float with the seat and drink holder built in (it really is a nice float!) and bob around the cove while the lil fishies nibble the toes Probably take jetski out early in a cove too.

Congrats for fitting in a WDW day. What resort are you staying at? 6am ugh, but may be only way to get in. I don’t know if we’ll get into DL GE in August. We’re there 5 days so before trip I’ll start monitoring the DL thread and see what people’s experiences are.
I love floating around any body of water! I have a lounger with a back and drink holder in arm rest I use at the local lake! And I have an inflatable pool noodle for the pool when I travel!
Salmon and asparagus sounds yummy.

We took two cars to a car show yesterday. The new Ironman got much more attention than the Morgan! It was fun.

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Both cars look great!

Oh Monyk that is early.....and now you said what the letters mean...it`s so obvious!!!!

Your holiday visit sounds amazing......spending time by a lake sounds like bliss to me!!!


Yes Lynne, no need to repeat ages after a certain age......lol......only a brave person asks...….

Love frozen lemonade...…..87F is good!!!!



Looking good squirlz!! Love a car show...…


mac....hope your weather stays lovely, but not too sticky.....


charade....good luck today.



And we are in July...……..it`s another of those moments you wonder where has the year gone.....

One of the hotels we were staying in last week had signs up suggesting you book now for the C word!!!!! Far too early to even think about that, although last few years we`ve had cards appear in the stores in August!! That is ridiculous...….and I love Christmas...….but seriously!!!!

New favourite breakfast...….one slice of white toast or a brioche baguette......avocado with some thinly sliced baked ham or smoked salmon...….delicious!!

No plans for today, may do some house cleaning this morning...….Tom wants to wash the car...….again!!!

Dull so far this morning, not to be too hot today, maybe 70F.....good day for housework.....making beef burgers for dinner tonight, Tom will grill them outside as it`ll be nicer later and maybe some chicken on skewers......sounds good!!

Have a great Monday...…..

Can’t stand when retailers start with Christmas and summer hasn’t even begun. Same with shops clearing out summer clothes for fall clothing in June. Ugh.
I have avocado toast for lunch sometimes. It’s yummy! Burgers sound great, one of my favs. But chicken on the bbq for us tonight.

Canada Day here. No plans really. Except will watch the fireworks over the inlet from our balcony tonight. Need to whip vacuum around this morning.
Going up to 75 today, sunny.
Checking travel for August DL trip and my hotel rates dropped again. Yay. Nothing earth shattering but another $60+ is 2 TS dinners or 4 QS meals!
My Sept UA trip is a go. So went ahead and booked air. Booked a red eye for the flight down, so have full first day. Going home just booked my economy plus ticket. Only using miles one way. By the time I finished booking my first ticket then went to book return the price increased $50 sheesh. Glad I had HRH booked after we returned from RPH cause room increased by $100! We have poolview rooms booked. Going with my travel buddy in LA. Our reservations are linked so hopefully we’ll have rooms close by. At RPH our rooms were directly opposite each other.
Our flights land at similar times in MCO. I think we’re 30 min apart
Anyone know good room requests for pool view at HRH? Aside from high floor?

 

[Sue M]

Lynne thanks for Canada Day wishes! Stay cool!

Charade sending good thoughts to you today.

 

[Lynne G]

If anyone would know HRH well, I'd say Patty. Hopefully she's reading the SANS and Joe is doing better.

Ah, the AC did come on. Not the ice box we had, but good enough to not feel so warm.

Decided to get coffee, and once on awhile I get indigestion from drinking it. Sigh, it's one of those times.

And yeah, my flight is 5:45am, Sue, so I get ya, for sure. Means a 4am arrival at airport, so leaving home around 3am. And yay! For a HRH September trip.

Hey Mac, hope you are doing well, and the cats have their own AC vents. My two labs used to each sit in front of the two vents in my dining room.