Something About Nothing ... #12

[pcstang]

Lots of rain in Davenport today. Still having a blast! Going to hit Mako Wednesday. Sounds like most are doing good. I'm so far behind, gotta catch up.

 

[Lynne G]

Hugs to Schumi. Never easy. And saying prayers for the family.

Did I say I hate typing on my phone? Fat finger at work.

More tomorrow. Cooked all meal on grill. Coma from lots of steak, corn on the cob, taters, and roasted onions, peppers and tomatoes. Pie for dessert. Watching TV.

 

[Bluer101]

Lots of rain in Davenport today. Still having a blast! Going to hit Mako Wednesday. Sounds like most are doing good. I'm so far behind, gotta catch up.

We are trying to decided going next Wednesday or Thursday after you leave or if you want to go too in the beginning of the week.

 

[Lynne G]

So, hope all are up and at 'em with this start of the work week. Yay, maybe a short one, the holiday week-end is looming.

Hope Kiesha is having a good time at the beach. I'd like a trip report, I'll be there in August.

Mac and Robo, hope the coffee is smooth and plentiful.

Pcstang, how was Mako? Kids are looking forward to riding it this winter. Have an awesome time in the parks.

Bluers - hope all is well. Have a great time in the parks too.

Squirlz - Sweet. Nice to have awards.

Continued hug to Schumi.

And it's time for tea. Iced tea today. Sun is out, and plants are starving for some rain. We may finally get some tomorrow.

 

[macraven]

Was wondering where you were this weekend

I counted noses and did not see yours

Happy Monday

Suppose my to have someone come over today to check out our ceiling fans
It died a week ago

 

[BagOLaughs]

Very quick drive by.

Won't be around for a few days or so. My best friend was rushed into hospital and has terminal cancer. Not sure how long she has, but not long.

We only found out today it was terminal. But when I saw her on Tuesday for her chemo I kind of suspected. Or at least thought it was more than she suggested. She didn't want to tell anyone, and didn't want to tell me before I went to NY in case it ruined my trip. I understand her reasons.

I love her kids like my own, so will be there for them too.

Thanks Mac for the hugs and wishes earlier.

Kinda sorts out priorities for me.

My thoughts are with you Schumi

 

[ky07]

Good morning homies.
Made it back home safe and sound last night about 9pm and had a great time in Orlando.
But what whatever you guys do never order a meat lovers pizza from pizza Hut on Dr Philips Dr cause me and DW had pizza from there Friday night and I think it gave me food poisoning and been running to the bathroom ever since and made for a interesting last day at the dark side and trip home .

 

[macraven]

Good to hear you made it home safe
Bad to hear you lived in the bathroom a few days

 

[tink1957]

Carole, so sorry to hear about your friend It's never easy to say goodbye.

StL...glad you had a good time in spite of the problems.

Hey mac...it finally rained at my househope you're next and then it can move on up to Lynne's place.

Have a great Monday

 

[macraven]

It's my turn for rain
Then I will share with Lynne once I get enough and my grass turns green again

 

[BagOLaughs]

Warning, i'm going to have a bit of a whinge about something not so important...

Just read that the coke freestyle machines don't give out free water anymore in USO. I know its only a small problem but really why stop this? It was so quick and easy for me to pop over to the machine with my water bottle and fill it up with super cold, refreshing, filtered water.

I know you can still get water at the quick service restaurants, but the machines were so quick and easy. I used to sing Universals praises about this to everyone.

Like i said small issue but a little irksome.

macraven do you still need ceiling fan repair person if its raining? Is it still humid?

 

[macraven]

Check out the thread that bluer started about the freestyle machines
Very informative !

Well our temps for the past 3 weeks ranged from 93 to 99 and very humid

We do have ac but the ceiling fan in our great room(2 stories high) helps tremendously in keeping that room cooler
Without not working, I have to turn the ac to 75 in order for it to be comfortable in the room

No rain here in weeks
Humidity stays high without it

The contractor was to be here at 9 this morning
It is now 10:20 and he hasn't shown up yet
Left him a voice message but no return call

Looks like I will be home until he contacts me
Ugh

 

[Mrs bluer101]

Schumi sorry to hear about your friend. Sending hugs and prayers.

Hope everyone is doing well.

 

[Lynne G]

For you cat fans:

and a funny:

 

[macraven]

Contractor did not show up so I left other voice messages

Finally heard from him in the afternoon
He became ill with heat exhaustion so he cancelled out today


Hope I see him tomorrow

 

[tinydancer09]

Contractor did not show up so I left other voice messages

Finally heard from him in the afternoon
He became ill with heat exhaustion so he cancelled out today


Hope I see him tomorrow

yes but if he was supposed to see you at 9... it seems you were supposed to be his first or second stop today yes?... so did he get too hot walking to his car?? Or maybe the heat exhaustion spilled over from yesterday. My brothers do AC work and regularly are in 130 degree attics... or more possibly. Tiny crawl space and extra hot. Couldn't do it! Heat exhaustion is a real thing and unfortunately... it's terrible if you let it get out of hand. They had a buddy that didn't check himself and passed away in his 20s because of it.

Our heat index has been reading 108 daily. Yesterday it randomly poured and went from 99 outside int he shade to 81 outside in the shade. WOW!
Highest heat index I've seen so far this year is 109. IT'S ONLY JUNE! July and August are going to be absolutely MISERABLE. We've had 2 AC call outs this week and it's only Monday. Some renters checked in Saturday some Sunday.

MOm and dad stopped in for the night to get some big items out of storage. For those that dont know (despite my constant complaining SORRY!) They're building a custom house right now that was supposed to be done in April. The house theyve been living in turned back into a rental Memorial Day weekend. (because the house was supposed to be done in april....) so they've been "homeless" for a month and living in a rental. Well the house they're building has a garage with a studio apartment on the back half of it. That is --pretty much-- finished. Good enough to get the all clear from the inspector so they're moving into it until the big house gets ready in the next few weeks. It's 400SQ feet. Most of that is kitchen and bathroom do to their poor planning (dad got a little carried away. 1/3 bedroom and living room, 1/3 kitchen, 1/3 bathroom. They hate the rental they're in because it's too small (3 bedroom!) and they're moving into this for a couple weeks?... with only a queen bed which they can't stand. So um... If i'm negative in the next couple of weeks just know it's spilling over from being burnt out from running the business without help and from my parents complaining about my studio apartment. OY! HAVE I SAID lately that I'm SOOOO ready for this @#$#$^#$%#$ house to be ready?!!?

With that said it sounds extraordinarily unimportant put into perspective. Schumi I'm very sorry to hear about your friend. It's a very tough thing to go through and my thoughts go out to you. I'll try to keep mac posted on what day it is until you return. (this might be fun... if she's confused when you get back it's not my fault.)

 

[macraven]

Contractor told me he was working in an attic with no fan or ventilation

Must have passed out after up there
They got him out and he is recovering at home

He is determined to come to my house tomorrow late afternoon

Told him not to come if he needs more time to get better
Says he will see me Tuesday


Gripe all you want about the parental units
We are your support homies here
Sounds like they fully trust your decisions in handling the business

Tell them for the extra time you are putting in since they are not contributing, you need a paid vacation and a bonus check

I'd ask for a million dollars
So start high and get them to counter offer
If you don't win, settle for gas money to the parks and prepaid room onsite

 

[macraven]

[QUOTE="tinydancer09, post: 56007623, member: 360891]


I'll try to keep mac posted on what day it is until you return. (this might be fun... if she's confused when you get back it's not my fault.)[/QUOTE]



Sounds like a plan


But are you going to set an alarm to get up early so I'll know the day before evening time........

 

[tink1957]

Hey mac...it's raining here again tonight...hope it makes it to your place

The only thing I had to do was fire up my grill and just as we were putting the last of the chicken on....it started pouring.

Good thing my grill has wheels.

 

[macraven]

Tink we got a 15 minute sprinkle around 7:30 tonight

Hope it happens again tonight


I bought my Hhn tickets yesterday
Yay....