Something About Nothing ... #12

[schumigirl]

Mac, hope you’ve arrived safely and finally got a sleep

Spring seems a long way off right now Lynne.......

It’s a damp cold here now......seems to go straight into your bones.......


Finished off getting the rooms cleared for decorator tomorrow.......feels like we’re moving again! Rooms look a little bleak.......have ensconced ourself into smaller living room at the back of the house.......I usually have this room to myself as it doesn’t have a tv in it anymore, my quiet room as I call it.............so one of the other TVs have been moved in temporarily while other rooms are out of action......

Dinner tonight is spicy pulled pork, potato wedges and some roasted peppers.......extra bbq sauce on hand of course......

Time to start cooking.........

 

[kohlby]

Chuckers - Glad you made it to Universal!!!!! Woohoo! We like RPR too.

Agavegirl - Hope all comes back good.

Those dealing with cold and ice, I wish warmth upon you. My relatives in the northeast are still dealing with negative temperatures. (That's negative in F, so super negative in C).


I'm trying to get motivated on this Monday but it's tough. We spent a couple hours at a park (meaning playground) this morning. The weather is so much better than last week so I'm trying to absorb it all - especially since it may rain this week. No theme park outings for weekdays this week - kids have too much going on today, tues, and thurs evenings and I have Bunco Friday evening. So, first chance will likely be Sunday Hoping MLK day doesn't increase crowds more than we like.

 

[Chuckers]

We are not happy... Ripsaw Falls is closed.

 

[Lynne G]

Yeah, January and February most of the water rides are closed for maintenance. Sorry you missed that ride Chuckers. Most find the weather a deterrent to riding them. We were very thankful VB was open, even though in the mid 60’s. We had a great time there. No lines and the kids got more than a few rides in the 5 hours we stayed there.

Was running a fever. Was so cold, went home, took a warm shower, then medicine and crawled into bed. Missed lunch and dinner. Good thing my kids know how to cook. Little one gave up one of her chicken soups to make for me now. That and crackers was my dinner. Also did not have breakfast, as my stomach was not wanting food. I am exhausted, even though I took a 4 hour nap. Actually very thankful I could leave early. News saying slippery roads, as we are still below freezing. Did start as a slushy snow, then sleet, now a steady freezing rain. No need to go anywhere tonight.

Now what to view that keeps my attention. News first.

 

[keishashadow]

Lynne I'm told flu running rampant here, hospital beds are full can't say I know a soul who has come down with it - yet. Hope this is a different bug

Carole - exciting stuff going down for you! Nice to have a change in decor

DS I'm going to MCO has been feeling crappy last few days. Went to ER. Has walking pneumonia. We leave tomorrow. I may take him a mask for plane. They are germ incubators on a good day

Youngest DS got the summons from the county courthouse. Called in as instructed as dumdumdum stuck reporting tomorrow at 8 am. Stipend wouldn't even pay to park/Uber/bus.Don't know a person ever picked. My peeps must be an ahem opiniated bunch

 

[Monykalyn]

Oh no Lynne that sucks! Hope you feel better soon! At my meeting tonight (we do a "brag basket" that we give a buck for "bragging" on good or positive things that happen to us or others-money collected at end of year goes to the president's charity of choice. Usually about $1500 is given) most were bragging on how they've finally kicked the "crud" and grateful to be feeling better. Whole wing at NH home today quarantined for flu, and entire building and staff on tamiflu. I wore a mask and washed hands, alot!

I may take him a mask for plane

-seriously-anything to stop a secondary bug from digging in! Oh-and I got picked for jury duty several years ago. Was an interesting experience...
Kohlby-sounds lovely to get to be outside. Warmed up a bit today, but fog is now back and starting to freeze. Supposed to get near 60 degrees on Wednesday, and back to wintry mix over weekend...

And another chicken has tips of frostbite starting on her comb. She was NOT happy when I brought her in to put the stuff on her comb! Even DH wanted to know just what I was doing to her. She is a very vocal lady anyway, but if neighbors had heard her I'd probably be getting a call from animal control LOL. She gets a treat after so you'd think being held was a good thing...This freezing fog is awful for the feather kids...but the stuff I put on them works wonders and will be healed up in no time.

Schumi-the decorating offer stands if you ever make it to the middle of US. Silver Dollar City is getting a rollercoaster where the vehicle on the tracks also spins, for those super thrill seekers LOL, and we are about an hour from there. Midwest summers can be brutal though...

 

[Charade67]

School is closed again today. No snow, but they are saying hazardous road conditions after last night’s rain. On the plus side, we are supposed to have a high of 49 today.

Monykalyn - You sound very busy. We are trying to get back into the swing of things with activities, but this weather is causing things to be cancelled.

Lynne - I hope yup feel better soon.

Schumi - How I wish we could do some redecorating. We have plans, just not the money right now. Hopefully over the next few years we will be able to replace our carpet with looking, renovate the kitchen (it’s ugly) and repaint. This summer our big project is repairing the deck.

Keisha - Jury duty? I have only had to serve once in my life. Was chosen as an alternate for the case, but was dismissed before having to listen to anything. I wasn’t feeling well during the days I had to report for duty. It turns out that I was pregnant with B at the time. Wow, that was over 17 years ago.

Gotta run and get to work. My boss doesn’t close unless there is a foot of snow on the ground, and then she usually debates it because “It’s going to be above 2 today. The snow will melt.”

 

[Robo56]

Morning Sans family

Mac sending good wishes and prayers your way Kneester that you are settled and all goes well

Chuckers its supposed to be 76 there in Orlando today maybe they will open water rides if they are not refurbing them. Predicting some rain this afternoon. Hope you are having a great time at Universal

Lynne sending mummy dust your way that you get well real quick

Keisha sorry to hear your son is sick. Here's to blue sky's and sunshine in Orlando that should help him get better soon. Would be nice if he could get some fresh squeezed OJ if not allergic. A mothers love and care always makes one better

Monykalyn you continue to educate us all on chickens. Love the information. Always a bit scary on the Flu outbreaks. CDC always mixes serum for flu shots on their predication of the prevalent strains that they think will be out there. Then another strain that was not in the serum becomes the strain making everyone sick or one strain mutates. So kind of darned if you do and darned if you don't.

Kohlby.....Yeah.... to nicer days for sure. Its supposed to be 77 today here. Suppose to get a little rain this afternoon though.

Agavegirl1 Sending good thoughts and prayers your way that they find out what is going on with your heart ........A few years ago I started having PVC's out of the blue and cardiologist and I did not know why they suddenly just came on. I looked at anything that could have precipitated the onset and I had started eating biscotti in the morning with my coffee before it had started. I stopped having the biscotti and they stopped. It was the anise in the biscotti that was causing the problem. Cardiologist could not believe it. Have found that anise, MSG and Sulfite preservatives will all trigger allergies and irregular heart rhythm........So no more biscotti, black licorice, italian sausage etc... for me. Have to watch food labels for Anise, MSG and Sulfites.........Hope its something easily fixed for you.

Schumi always nice to put a fresh new look in the house. Pulled pork sounds yummy

Have a great Tuesday everyone.

 

[Lynne G]

Thank you for all the well wishes. At least the throat is not as sore today. But the bug now in my chest, and well, just aching all over. Don't think it's the flu though, very thankful about that. Lots of sleep yesterday, while I did not feel restful, I think helped. That, and I am taking pills regularly. I am hoping to be over it in a few more days. Not going to go around lots of people. I swear, I am the one that gets the next bug while fighting the current bug, and repeat that for like a month. Hoping the rest of the family does not get this crud. I think it is the time when sickness spreads. It's cold, and people congregate inside. Yeah, our state was one of the ones marked as having flu everywhere.

Well maybe not for me. Kids would be up for it though. They like Mexican style food, including tacos. Maybe soup again for me. I can be sure, though, Schumi's dinner will be lush.

Eek, that's too bad about the cookie Robo. But at least you know now what to avoid. I'm allergic to MSG, and unfortunately you can even find it in canned goods. But it does not effect my heart, just shuts me down, and give me a migraine. I wash canned goods and fresh vegetables and fruit. I tend to be wary of salad bars and some restaurants that have been know to use MSG. Interestingly, anise does not, and I don't think it bothers my heart either.

We must not be interesting enough either Keisha. Called to jury duty several times so far, and only once paneled, but not picked. I hope DS is feeling better, and you have a quiet and easy flight today. Safe travels and have fun!

Sending a hug and good wishes to Mac.

Hello to busy MonyK

Robo, I hope the coffee is hot, even though around 77 today.

Icy start to the day, as below freezing until around 9 am. Lucky, both little one and me had a delayed start. She was luckier than me, older one told her if she moved a little faster, he'd get her coffee. How'd he get her to move when my offer didn't? Lucky she's allowed to have drinks in classrooms. Had to scrape off a thick ice covering my car windows. Then, backing up, realized there was ice on my backup lens, so had to stop, and knock the ice off of it. But, more luck, it's going to hit 36 this afternoon. Hopefully the bright sun will dry up most of what's slowly melting. Even dirtier car.

With that, I'm going to try some tea. Still feels cold to me, even if older one is not wearing a jacket today.

 

[keishashadow]

Morning Sans family

Mac sending good wishes and prayers your way Kneester that you are settled and all goes well

Chuckers its supposed to be 76 there in Orlando today maybe they will open water rides if they are not refurbing them. Predicting some rain this afternoon. Hope you are having a great time at Universal

Lynne sending mummy dust your way that you get well real quick

Keisha sorry to hear your son is sick. Here's to blue sky's and sunshine in Orlando that should help him get better soon. Would be nice if he could get some fresh squeezed OJ if not allergic. A mothers love and care always makes one better

Monykalyn you continue to educate us all on chickens. Love the information. Always a bit scary on the Flu outbreaks. CDC always mixes serum for flu shots on their predication of the prevalent strains that they think will be out there. Then another strain that was not in the serum becomes the strain making everyone sick or one strain mutates. So kind of darned if you do and darned if you don't.

Kohlby.....Yeah.... to nicer days for sure. Its supposed to be 77 today here. Suppose to get a little rain this afternoon though.

Agavegirl1 Sending good thoughts and prayers your way that they find out what is going on with your heart ........A few years ago I started having PVC's out of the blue and cardiologist and I did not know why they suddenly just came on. I looked at anything that could have precipitated the onset and I had started eating biscotti in the morning with my coffee before it had started. I stopped having the biscotti and they stopped. It was the anise in the biscotti that was causing the problem. Cardiologist could not believe it. Have found that anise, MSG and Sulfite preservatives will all trigger allergies and irregular heart rhythm........So no more biscotti, black licorice, italian sausage etc... for me. Have to watch food labels for Anise, MSG and Sulfites.........Hope its something easily fixed for you.

Schumi always nice to put a fresh new look in the house. Pulled pork sounds yummy

Have a great Tuesday everyone.

DS is moving so slowly, can't blame him not feeling well but if he had his gear at my house when i asked last weekend...can't say I'm surprised but my itinerary to get to airport pre rush hour has literally flown out the window. Ah well by noon tomorrow should be in blessed warmthwatching shamu do his thing.

 

[Chuckers]

Feel better @Lynne G!

Ripsaw is closed for refurb, so it won’t be open. Today was SeaWorld. My friend got sick so I went alone. I have to hire a Lyft to get to AK tomorrow morning.

While at SeaWorld, I found it was only $50 to get a day ticket to Busch Gardens and I booked a seat on the free shuttle bus for Thursday! So I get MORE coasters!

I beat. Have to be at the lobby by 7 am tomorrow for my Lyft ride. I think I’ll go to the hotel and go sit in the indoor hot tub for a while then crash early.

Last night I had a shake from Toothesome. The Heavenly Hazelnut. It was goooood! I need to get dinner tonight. Ugh.

Hugs everyone!

 

[Charade67]

I beat. Have to be at the lobby by 7 am tomorrow for my Lyft ride. I think I’ll go to the hotel and go sit in the indoor hot tub for a while then crash early.

There’s an indoor hot tub? Wish Inhad known that when I was there.

 

[Chuckers]

Actually, it’s 6pm and I am at the RPR boat dock. I am going to try and hit Gringotts before the park closes at 7.

 

[Chuckers]

There’s an indoor hot tub? Wish Inhad known that when I was there.

It’s in the gymnasium. No one uses it and it’s wonderful! Open til 10 pm.

 

[schumigirl]

Janet......safe travel......have fun, it’s warming up down there again........

MoneyK......it’s a date!!

Robo......nice to see you! I have an msg allergy too.......as well as causing arrhythmia it drops my body temp really low.......had a horrible experience in Orlando once.......forgot to check the zingers didn’t have it.......not nice.....

Charade.....you’ll get there........we did our kitchen which is huge, a few years back........it’s such a big job......but worth it.......ripped everything out and started from scratch. It’ll do us till we move from here I think......although a change is always nice.

Lynne........hope you feel better........we have the terrible Aussie flu over here apparently......and it’s everywhere.......and of course regular flu is rampant! Everyone seems to have something...........stay in bed and keep warm with lots of fluid.

Chuckers.......sssshhhhhhhh........not many folks know about the hot tub inside.......lol.........yep, there’s never anyone there.......I don’t like hot tubs but my DH likes them........



Janet and I heard from mac........she’s doing ok.........


So, decorating half done........and I love it so far.........painting to be finished, then wait till nearer the end of the month for new flooring to go down in both rooms, new furniture for sitting room.....dining room is fine as we only bought new furniture just over a year ago for that room.....and new drapes in both rooms.......so hopefully by end of the month it’ll all be done........thinking of adding those fitted wooden blinds to sitting room.......the ones you fit in to the wall not just hang on the window?? Not sure.........

Today, it’s raining.........need to go out for few bits.........and it’s DS birthday on Sunday so have a few things to get him too........he’s so easy to buy for though.........

Have a great Wednesday........although I did think it was Thursday a minute ago..........

 

[Chuckers]

Schumi, I’ll keep the tub a secret between us!!!

I’m glad it’s not Thursday, I would have missed my Disney day.

I can’t believe I am actually awake... again.. before the sun is even remotely up and it’s not a work day. But I have to hit AK at rope drop or I think I’ll be screwed trying to get on Pandora.

Orchids had wonderful cinnamon rolls. I think they’re better than Cinnabon. And less expensive.

 

[Lynne G]

Have fun at AK today Chuckers. Yeah, if wasn't for my FP, I doubt we would have waited for the FOP. It was neat though, so I hope you enjoy Pandora area, and all of AK. Yum, I like a cinnamon bun. Not fond of Cinnabon, so glad you found a sweet breakfast. And yeah, even on vacation, my head gets me up early. I may not move as fast, but for getting up very early for many a year, I guess I am wired to be an early bird.

Safe travels to the Keisha gang. Hope DS is feeling better, and you all got off on time. Hug Shamu for me. We took a pass this last trip. Maybe one year again. We enjoy SW, Aquadica, DC, and BGT. I don't mind the drive to BGT. We've always made good time to Tampa, even during the holidays one year.

Darn, throat is still annoying me. Still not feeling right, but at least much better than the beginning of the week. Thankfully, no soccer, as all voted to not do indoor this year, so my week-ends are generally relaxing.

A lovely 26 right now. All that melting makes me nervous, as black ice is still around. Lots of accident reports early morning these last couple of days. Until yesterday, we were below freezing for more than 2 weeks. Ack, no wonder all are sick.

All you house decorating sounds quite lovely Schumi. Hope your shopping in the rain is quick, and you get what you wanted without getting wet. Have a great afternoon.

To make sure all homies know it is Wednesday, (even though Keisha is now a vacationing homie)

Yes, that camel reminder. Hump day indeed. The middle of the work week, and

. Ah yes, Friday, means the week-end will be here before ya know it.

Now I need tea. Later homies.

Oh, and so happy Schumi heard from Mac. Still sending mummy dust and good thoughts all is going well Mac.

 

[schumigirl]

You’re back at work Lynne? Well, stay warm anyway.......sore throats are hard to deal with.......still keep up the hot liquids.......


Rain has stopped but it’s such a damp cold......still, better than freezing........

Got some stuff shopping...........ordered Kyle’s track day at the motor racing circuit for the day......his usual birthday gift........what do you get them when they don’t need anything? He loves that though and it’s a fantastic day, it he has to wait till at least April as they only do it on certain dates...........so, that and a few other bits and bobs for him to open Sunday.

Will make him a flourless chocolate cake too........nice he won’t be working on his birthday as it’s Sunday......not sure of his plans for the rest of the day yet........

Off out tonight with my friend for our usual Wednesday night outing.........going to be slightly different as I’m having to be Gluten/Wheat free for 12 weeks........will be interesting.........but shouldn’t be too difficult.......

Anyway, hope your Wednesday is a good one.........

 

[Lynne G]

Yeah Schumi, as long as I am not running a fever. Making it a short day though, as I still am tired. Older one bought me egg drop and wanton soup for dinner last night. See, my kids can be good sometimes. They know when I don't feel well, I am not a great cook. Have a nice night out, even if gluten/wheat cannot eat. Yep, there's still lush food without those ingredients.

 

[Monykalyn]

WEdnesday-and we are going to get near 60 degrees today, cloudy but nice to not freeze! well for 24 hours at least-supposed to drop tomorrow during day with rain turning to ice. Supposed to go out of town for client tomorrow, and middle has swim meet in that town. waiting to hear if meet is cancelled-if it is will get up early so I can be done before precip turns freezing.

Can tell major shifts today-headache...

Glad to hear Mac is ok!
Happy early birthday to Kyle!
Lynne-hope you and Keisha family feel better soon! I did cook last night (homemade mac n cheese), then when DH, DS and oldest left for soccer game got second wind and made a batch of chocolate chip cookies. He also has practice tonight, but he fell on ice (flat on back-didn't hit head thankfully) but he is complaining of soreness and can't take deep breaths without hurting. Think he bruised a rib or two. Then he fell in basketball and hurt his wrist. He is a mess right now and miserable so may let him skip practice.

Charade-think I will take busy over snowed in lol!
Robo-when I first started as an RD I thought people who claimed allergies to stuff like anise, MSG etc were exaggerating or something. Over the years I have learned that foods do affect people different ways. We are taught in school that "carb is carb", especially in diabetes, but one person may be able to eat an orange and no issues but someone else an orange will spike blood sugar for hours. I no longer discount any intolerances and especially if it makes you feel better then why not avoid it? There is almost always a sub for the avoided food. The only issue I have are fad diets especially paleo! Just eat real, not too much, mostly plants. no need for "Paleoized brownies" this way . Just make them from usual ingredients and don't eat the whole pan! We as a society have forgotten about portion control, and eating until not hungry; different from eating until "full".

Chuckers-hope you get on Flight of Passage!!

Lunch break over-back to work!