Something About Nothing ... #12

[macraven]

That street looks empty for a near 5:00 time period.


MonyK, hope the boy is doing better.


Charade, car sitting tonight during dress rehearsal?


Schumi, almost midnight your time right now...
Sweet Dreams


Janet, your schedule sounds like a full time job with no extra money for the overtime.


pattyw, I would have the blahs too if I had to work........
it would cut into my "me" time on the internet


For all the other homies, 's

 

[Lynne G]

Yeah, it was not that bad for a Thursday dinner time.

Just resting. Walked around the campus, and found a noodle place for dinner. Tasty and DH and little one got spicy. She said, was not that spicy, only made lips tingle. Me, not in mood for spicy, but cheesy goodness.

Hope all have a good night.

 

[Charade67]

Boy woke us up early am crying his nose hurt. very nasally and runny nose, coughing, but no fever. Gave him some benedryl and he fell asleep on couch. If he isn't better by tomorrow may have hubs run him to doctor for "just in case" antibiotics (our doc knows me well and will give a prescription for me to fill if he gets worse vs having to come back in). I still think it is a nasty cold that just has to run its course...and he has a couple days more still to improve before we plan to hit a park.

Hope he’s feeling better soon.

Ever have a day where you feel BLAH for no particular reason?? Just feeling in a weird funk this afternoon- a little tired, sad, - general mopeyness! I don't think that's a word! Sorry- don't mean to be a downer here! Back to work!

Yep, been there myself. My friend Susan calls it feeling lumpy.

Ah, food stop and gas stop, 6 and 1/2 hours. No real traffic, so very thankful for that. Rain on and off as we drove, but hot and sunny here. All chilling, then will walk and see what is for dinner.

Hope y’all have a great visit.

Almost time to watch my Braves play and hope they beat the Nats tonight to reclaim first place.

Go Braves! I grew up in Georgia.

Charade, car sitting tonight during dress rehearsal?

Not tonight. I dropped her off at 5:00 and will go back for her when they are done. I hope they aren’t running as far behind tonight as they were last night.

I thought I could sleep in tomorrow but then remembered I have a medical appointment tomorrow at 8:15. What was I thinking to schedule something that early?

 

[agavegirl1]

Hello Homies....I have been MIA for a while and I just needed the time to process and come to grips with my upcoming surgery and cancellation of my October Orlando trip. After saving for three years, purchasing US Seasonal passes, reserving both a Disney package and hotel stay at Portofino, reserving direct, first class airline tickets, and buying HHN Bogo tickets, I am scrambling to deal with the cancellations. I was lulled into this false sense of effective treatment by an injection in my back. After the injection, I had six days of improvement followed by bad pain. I visited my doctor. He took my pain journal, said he would study my tests further and instead of hearing from him, I heard from the University of Minnesota Neurosurgery department to arrange an appointment. During the week long improvement, I figured I was good to go and got the airline tickets, HHN tickets and Seasonal passes. Silly me.

Today, was my final approval for surgery (I have other co-existing conditions requiring additional tests). I will be having spinal fusion and can't ride and fun rides for 12-18 months. Why go to theme parks for only the shows?

I think I can finally accept my losses and postpone my trip. My DH is a trooper and tells me my health is all that matters and we can deal with our restrictions for a year or so. Just let me know when I need to take off work.

One nice thing, I will have all the latest technology, one of the best surgeons in the USA for complex cases, and the most supportive DH one could ask for.

It sounds like I am not the only "walking wounded" among our SAN community so I will go back and read so we can all help each other out with our prayers and support. For now, I'll pray for the members of SAN so I don't miss anybody.

Rescheduling by one year so 2019, here I come!

 

[macraven]

agavegirl, 's to you from your SAN family here...

It is tough to have to face surgery, and it is sad to have to cancel a vacation that has been in the planning for 3 years.

But, you will have surgery and have a better life style with no pain once it is over and you have recovered.


12 - 18 months from your surgery, you will say it was worth having it done.
You will get your life back and be able to live without the pain you have been going through.

Prayers and peace for youse

Thank you for your update.
We do miss and wonder when one of our SAN homies are not here posting.

 

[schumigirl]

 

[schumigirl]

Hello Homies....I have been MIA for a while and I just needed the time to process and come to grips with my upcoming surgery and cancellation of my October Orlando trip. After saving for three years, purchasing US Seasonal passes, reserving both a Disney package and hotel stay at Portofino, reserving direct, first class airline tickets, and buying HHN Bogo tickets, I am scrambling to deal with the cancellations. I was lulled into this false sense of effective treatment by an injection in my back. After the injection, I had six days of improvement followed by bad pain. I visited my doctor. He took my pain journal, said he would study my tests further and instead of hearing from him, I heard from the University of Minnesota Neurosurgery department to arrange an appointment. During the week long improvement, I figured I was good to go and got the airline tickets, HHN tickets and Seasonal passes. Silly me.

Today, was my final approval for surgery (I have other co-existing conditions requiring additional tests). I will be having spinal fusion and can't ride and fun rides for 12-18 months. Why go to theme parks for only the shows?

I think I can finally accept my losses and postpone my trip. My DH is a trooper and tells me my health is all that matters and we can deal with our restrictions for a year or so. Just let me know when I need to take off work.

One nice thing, I will have all the latest technology, one of the best surgeons in the USA for complex cases, and the most supportive DH one could ask for.

It sounds like I am not the only "walking wounded" among our SAN community so I will go back and read so we can all help each other out with our prayers and support. For now, I'll pray for the members of SAN so I don't miss anybody.

Rescheduling by one year so 2019, here I come!

What a tough time you`re having.

Your husband sounds wonderful, and sounds like he`ll take good care of you as you recover from this...….

Sending you many hugs for a quick recovery once the process starts...…...and 2019 will be here before you know it...…..and as mac says we`ll all be thinking of you...…..



Friday and the sun is shining again...…..

Going out shopping this morning for "stuff"......a bits and bobs shopping trip...…...would like some new cushions for back sofa and some nik naks…….

Poached eggs and white toast this morning...…….

Have a great Friday...……..

 

[Lynne G]

Oh Agavegirl, so sorry to hear of your postponing, but sending lots of mummy dust all goes well with the surgery and you will be riding rides without back pain. Half full cup, 2019 will be here before ya know it, and having a longer trip countdown is just as awesome as a shorter one.

And we are all here to give you some care, prayers, funny posts, and weather complaints. Vents and health updates are always welcome.

The sun is shining and we will take umbrellas for the afternoon, as rain is coming. May visit the zoo out here or wherever else we want to tour.

Even on vacation, little one is moving like pond water. Will be walking soon.

Afternoon Schumi, and Good Morning Mac, Tink, Robo, Charade, Chuckers and all the other homies. Freek out, it is finally Friday.

 

[Charade67]

Good morning everyone. Last night’s rehearsal was so much better than the night before. Her last dance had a call time of 8:40 and she was done at 9:00. Tonight is dress rehearsal for Act 2.

Agavegirl - Prayers for quick healing, no pain, and you are back on the rides soon. I had to chuckle when you asked why go to theme parks just for the shows. That is my mother. She used to go to Six Flags with us when we were kids, but wouldn’t ride any of the rides. Not even the carousel. We had to go to every show though.

I have already been to my medical appointment and now it is the cat’s turn. Caspian has his annual exam and rabies shot this morning. He is going to hate me in a few minutes when I try to get him into his carrier.

 

[pattyw]

Yep, been there myself. My friend Susan calls it feeling lumpy.

Thanks! I like that word!

so 2019, here I come!

2019 will come fast! We'll help you count down the days!!

Friday and the sun is shining again...…..

Same here! Beautiful Friday!

Even on vacation, little one is moving like pond water. Will be walking soon.

Yep- both DS's are always running late- they just can't get going!! Me and DH usual position- standing by the door waiting for them!!

Caspian has his annual exam and rabies shot this morning. He is going to hate me in a few minutes when I try to get him into his carrier.

Hope Caspian makes out ok- and you!! It's so stressful for everyone for a cat vet visit! I was looking for a mobile vet that will come to your house. I googled one in my area that I may try.

 

[keishashadow]

TGIF! So glad a short week & that the little napped with me this am - woot She went for 3 for 3 rippin hits at softball game last night. Getting the swing of it

Not too bad! Couldn't touch the day I wanted to return-Saturday! So, we picked Wednesday morning- Friday night ; paid$249/ea on the way down and $189/ea on the way home. Saturday we'd have to pay $499!! Hoping they come down - probably won't happen. Thinking about switching to flying in late Tuesday to get a little more time. I usually don't buy tix on the release date, but I was worried that Thx fares will just keep going up and sell out!

Looked at my notes. Wound up paying pp $134 down, $84 back. I originally booked a sunday night flight. Mine took multiple drops in $25 - $60 range per tix up to about 3 weeks out. Keep checking. Had enough credits to move to the originally crazy pricey Sat first NS flight and still had enough to book majority of April trip flights. Well, after i booked dummy trip to combine into one credit. Gotta LUV SWA

Not thrilled they didn’t come out with announcement for travel to Hawaii. Have been anticipating it. Maybe in the June 28th one since it will roll into early March?

We had boring food tonight.
Had planned on a ham dinner, Mr Mac voted for leftovers.

Thank goodness he finished the leftovers.
I was tired of looking at them in the fridge.


Our temps were fine today.
Right at 76 now and did not get the rain that was predicted.
Bet it comes later tonight...

I had leftover roast chicken & the italian sausage. Tried a new “lower” calorie version of fettuccine Alfredo no cream cheese, just a basic white sauce & 1/3 cup grated parm/Romano mix. Monky would probably lol but my middle had been asking for it. He never noticed the difference in prep. Not my fav meal but thot pretty good.

Hello Homies....I have been MIA for a while and I just needed the time to process and come to grips with my upcoming surgery and cancellation of my October Orlando trip. After saving for three years, purchasing US Seasonal passes, reserving both a Disney package and hotel stay at Portofino, reserving direct, first class airline tickets, and buying HHN Bogo tickets, I am scrambling to deal with the cancellations. I was lulled into this false sense of effective treatment by an injection in my back. After the injection, I had six days of improvement followed by bad pain. I visited my doctor. He took my pain journal, said he would study my tests further and instead of hearing from him, I heard from the University of Minnesota Neurosurgery department to arrange an appointment. During the week long improvement, I figured I was good to go and got the airline tickets, HHN tickets and Seasonal passes. Silly me.

Today, was my final approval for surgery (I have other co-existing conditions requiring additional tests). I will be having spinal fusion and can't ride and fun rides for 12-18 months. Why go to theme parks for only the shows?

I think I can finally accept my losses and postpone my trip. My DH is a trooper and tells me my health is all that matters and we can deal with our restrictions for a year or so. Just let me know when I need to take off work.

One nice thing, I will have all the latest technology, one of the best surgeons in the USA for complex cases, and the most supportive DH one could ask for.

It sounds like I am not the only "walking wounded" among our SAN community so I will go back and read so we can all help each other out with our prayers and support. For now, I'll pray for the members of SAN so I don't miss anybody.

Rescheduling by one year so 2019, here I come!

Sounds like you were fast-tracked! Normally, unless back issues require immediate treatment, you have to go months via less invasive treatment before the insurance company will approve. Do you have a date scheduled yet? Hope you receive relief via the surgery and your recovery goes well!

It’s difficult to have to cancel travel plans for any reason, let alone health issues. A shame. Least you have all your initial leg work adone and can hit the ground running next year.

Didn’t you win a trip to Jacksonville awhile back? Hope you can still utilize it . That sounds like a low key type that might just work for you. Good luck!

 

[pattyw]

Looked at my notes. Wound up paying pp $134 down, $84 back. I originally booked a sunday night flight. Mine took multiple drops in $25 - $60 range per tix up to about 3 weeks out. Keep checking. Had enough credits to move to the originally crazy pricey Sat first NS flight and still had enough to book majority of April trip flights. Well, after i booked dummy trip to combine into one credit. Gotta LUV SWA

Not thrilled they didn’t come out with announcement for travel to Hawaii. Have been anticipating it. Maybe in the June 28th one since it will roll into early March?

Yep- noticed lately that the SW fares drop, go up, and drop again. We've had them go down two weeks before travel! We're still pricing our October Orlando flights. They were horrible at first- the Wanna Get Aways were showing sold out. They're back now! October has gotten so $$$. I think we're going to pay almost the same in October as our Thx flights!

Never been to Hawaii- maybe the SW flights will entice us!

 

[Charade67]

Hope Caspian makes out ok- and you!! It's so stressful for everyone for a cat vet visit! I was looking for a mobile vet that will come to your house. I googled one in my area that I may try.

Caspian survived his exam. He was not happy about it though. He hissed and growled the whole time. I keep hoping he will mellow with age, but I don’t see that happening anytime soon.

We’re going to run some errands (need to get B’s prom dress to the cleaners) and then get lunch. Later I’m going o see if I can do something with B’s musical theater costume. It fits awkwardly. Hopefully I can do something to make it look better.

 

[schumigirl]

TGIF! So glad a short week & that the little napped with me this am - woot She went for 3 for 3 rippin hits at softball game last night. Getting the swing of it



Looked at my notes. Wound up paying pp $134 down, $84 back. I originally booked a sunday night flight. Mine took multiple drops in $25 - $60 range per tix up to about 3 weeks out. Keep checking. Had enough credits to move to the originally crazy pricey Sat first NS flight and still had enough to book majority of April trip flights. Well, after i booked dummy trip to combine into one credit. Gotta LUV SWA

Not thrilled they didn’t come out with announcement for travel to Hawaii. Have been anticipating it. Maybe in the June 28th one since it will roll into early March?



I had leftover roast chicken & the italian sausage. Tried a new “lower” calorie version of fettuccine Alfredo no cream cheese, just a basic white sauce & 1/3 cup grated parm/Romano mix. Monky would probably lol but my middle had been asking for it. He never noticed the difference in prep. Not my fav meal but thot pretty good.




Sounds like you were fast-tracked! Normally, unless back issues require immediate treatment, you have to go months via less invasive treatment before the insurance company will approve. Do you have a date scheduled yet? Hope you receive relief via the surgery and your recovery goes well!

It’s difficult to have to cancel travel plans for any reason, let alone health issues. A shame. Least you have all your initial leg work adone and can hit the ground running next year.

Didn’t you win a trip to Jacksonville awhile back? Hope you can still utilize it . That sounds like a low key type that might just work for you. Good luck!

Good on your little GD!!! Such a star.....and she naps too.....perfect...…..

I did laugh.....when you mentioned the other week about the new SW Hawaii route I mentioned it to my cousin who then looked and couldn't find it...….I blamed you of course...….. she said I`m usually such a good source of info...….lol...….



Gorgeous day here...….been sat out with the laptop plugged in to outside electrics...….DH always worries when I do this......but, its so nice although I am sitting under a wooden gazebo in the shade...….but, it`s warm.

May cook on the grill outside tonight...….have a few things to choose from...….

It`s Friday...…….

Time for a cocktail...…..bought a new cocktail shaker set today, so have to try it out...…….

 

[tink1957]

agavegirl...sorry your trip was canceled but you can plan a new one when you're ready and pain free.

Hawaii sounds nice...when are they starting the flights? I might have to plan a trip for the kids birthdays next year

The plan for today is to give Sasha a much needed bath and do the laundry.

Hope everyone has a fantastic Friday

 

[pattyw]

Time for a cocktail...…..bought a new cocktail shaker set today, so have to try it out...……

Sounds like a plan! It's only 11:30am here, but why not??

The plan for today is to give Sasha a much needed bath and do the laundry.

Sounds good- washing all around!! Need to get some laundry done, too! Not working today, and so far I'm just being lazy at home!

 

[schumigirl]

Patty........it`s always 5 `0 Clock somewhere...….in fact it`s almost 5 here.....so we`re good to go...…. Think I heard that somewhere

Hey Vicki...…..some laundry was done here too today...…...

 

[macraven]

I used United twice for trips to Hawaii

Upgraded the seats and extremely comfortable flights

I enjoyed the time there and saw it all

Can’t imagine flying there using sw unless they change their seats to comfort ones

 

[Monykalyn]

My friend Susan calls it feeling lumpy.

That's a pretty fitting word actually!

Rescheduling by one year so 2019, here I come!

12 - 18 months from your surgery, you will say it was worth having it done.
You will get your life back and be able to live without the pain you have been going through.

Yes hope the surgery is the cure you need to feel good again. And that having a countdown is some great healing motivation and goal. Life can just suck sometimes...but hoping the 'suck part" is over quick and you speed onto recovery road!!

Time for a cocktail...…..bought a new cocktail shaker set today, so have to try it out...…….

Sounds like a great excuse to try out a new tool!

I'm supposed to be working
Need to concentrate to get through last workday...

 

[Lynne G]

Looks like rain, but lots of walking, peppy guide, and while no commitment, is still a top contender. Next up may be Temple. Still trying to talk her into Penn State, but we will see. Said we could tour Happy Valley, and said could do all 4 years there, instead of 2 local.

Now chilling after some very good pizza, then will drive around to see what else interests us.