Something About Nothing ... #12

[Sue M]

Schumi hope you find a fascinator you like! I love all the pre vacay rituals, the hair, mani-pedi, etc. All the stuff that screams I’m going on vacay!
Another cold day here and windy. But sunny! They say it’s 43 but feels much colder with the wind.

Robo! Happy Birthday I’m sorry about the fire ants, ugh. They’re awful. I got a lot of bites in N. Miami Beach a few years ago. My mom used to live there just up the road from Oleta state park. There’s a nice beach on Biscayne Bay that I was at, waiting in line at the food/icecream truck when I felt stinging on my leg. Looked down and fire ants were swarming up my foot and ankle. Luckily there was a beach shower nearby that I ran to and washed the ants off me. Lived on Benadryl but was so painful. Foot was so swollen I couldn’t wear shoes. I hope you’re better soon. Not a nice birthday present!

Tink hope you’re feeling better soon!

Tygerlilly yikes! Hope your little one heals well and doesn’t require anything more than just setting it and a cast.

Buckeev congrats on finding the Bug for your daughter! A shame you have to hit a park or two on the way home!

Lynne, girls weekends are the best! Enjoy. Pasta dinner sounds great. Too bad my husband hates the stuff or I’d have it more. I manage to sneak in a lasagna now and then.

Hope everyone is enjoying the day. Cold and clear here. One of my neighbours was just by canvassing for Heart and Stroke and was saying she heard on the weather that March will be abnormally warm here, 20c. I think that’s around 70F, from an abnormally cold Feb to warm March, wow! Crazy weather, but hurry March!
Did my volunteer shift at the church office. A film crew was in the Hall for the tv show Sirens. They’ll be filming all week. Today was just building the set. I haven’t seen the show.
After I went with a friend to lunch. Bangers and mash for dinner!

 

[macraven]

Sue
Wow on the fire ants attack!

I know how horrible those bites are
(I’m a dues paying member of them also)

Can you share your recipe on the bangers and mash with us?

 

[Robo56]

Thank you all for the birthday wishes.

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LOL......Now that would be a Birthday surprise for sure if Mikey came over to cut birthday cake.

Had a very nice birthday brunch with neighbors and received gift deliveries from family...All were very thoughtful.

Tink sorry to hear you had to spend your day off laying on couch because you did not feel well....Get well soon

Tigerlilly so sorry to hear your little one broke her arm...sending get well wishes... I know it must have been very frightening for your both

Have my suitcase packed for trip up to Orlando tomorrow.....Looking forward to a little getaway.

Good night Sans family

 

[macraven]

Robbie the homies here were hoping you had the bested birthday of all times !

Have a lot of fun birthday girl !!

 

[ckmiles]

Happy Birthday Robo! Sounds like you had a great day!

 

[Charade67]

Good evening everyone. Just a quick post before going to bed. I hope I am able to sleep tonight. I slept away most of the day. I think I had some sort of stomach bug.

Robo - Happy birthday!

Tink - I was with you in spirit on the couch today. Hope you are feeling better.

Tygerlilly - Prayers for quick healing for your daughter.

Buckeev - Congrats on finding the car.

Hello to everyone else.

I made the last payment on the band trip today. Just a few more weeks and we are Orlando bound.

 

[Sue M]

Sue
Wow on the fire ants attack!

I know how horrible those bites are
(I’m a dues paying member of them also)

Can you share your recipe on the bangers and mash with us?

Mac, it’s just sausage and mashed potatoes. DH always picks up nice dinner sausage from our butcher. Easy dinner.
Yes, those fire ants are horrible. I never saw it coming. I hear they’re migrating across the US and could possibly make it here I hope not!

 

[Sue M]

Charade hope you get some sleep tonight and feel better!

 

[schumigirl]

Schumi, you’ll have a grand time at the wedding ceremony
Hope you got the new fascinate or however the head piece is spelled

Autocorrect keeps changing my spelling

Thanks Mac.........Tom has a good eye for colours, I’m ever so slightly colour blind and pink and peach are just two that I can’t really differentiate between, so he’ll tell me if it matches the dress or looks too odd!!!

Isn’t autocorrect fun at times!!!! Remember when MotherFletcher used to post........autocorrect loved that one!!! Lol

Oh Tygerlily. Hope your little one heals quick. Yep, have a fearless little one too. Was constructing a new bookshelf for her when she was a tot, and yep, bouncing on bed, fell off and head snacks right into corner of shelf. Had to wait until after midnight in the ER, for the plastic surgeon come and stitch her face up. Then as she grew, around 7, fell off the jungle gym and broke wrist in two places, then a few years ago, fell during a soccer game, and broke that hand and thumb. With the wrist, if she had been an adult, would have been operated on. A piece of the wrist bone had gone into her hand, and we had to keep making sure bone would go back to where it came from via xrays. Luckily, it did, and by the time she broke the hand’s growth plate, was fully healed, and would not have known was broke before. Wrist was set by a sports surgeon, and hand we had to go to a pediatric one, as they were concerned about the previous wrist break. Wrist cast went from around hand up to mid upper arm. Hand one, went over the whole hand, and to the elbow. She said the hand break hurt more. And even more lucky, the only evidence of her face stitches, is a very thin, tiny line on her chin. The plastic surgeon was required as she was a girl, and it was her face.

Made pasta for dinner, with a salad, now full and relaxing.

Fun weekend coming up, going to the Flower Show, as we enjoy seeing flowers, then we have a nice lunch at the Hard Rock, and then buy a small cheesecake and cannolis from the Italian bakery, before heading home. Girls weekend, little one, me, and my Dsis. As little one says, I’m ready for the weekend. Yeah, and a cold start to March in store. Boo.

Sounds like a nice weekend coming up Lynne........love a girls get together.......


Robo..........have a safe trip to Orlando today......and I know you’ll have a wonderful time there!!!




Yep, more shopping this morning......hopefully get what I need and few other bits and pieces.......

Another gorgeous sunny and warm day ahead........breaking all sorts of weather temps this year in the UK.......but, after today it’ll be gone......of course.

Hoping weather is still going to be nice way up in Scotland for the wedding Friday.......the hotel is right beside the sea and has beautiful scenery and beach in front of it, they’ll get some lovely pictures if it’s glorious........

Early breakfast and then out as we have a few other things to do too today........and need to buy all my March birthday/anniversary cards and leave them for Kyle to post while we’re away......

And he has company while we’re away again.......my friends son, his wife and twins are visiting from abroad and I said they could stay here while we’re gone rather than stay in a hotel......I trust them implicitly and Kyle is fine about it too, kids are 12 so not annoying little toddlers......they’ve stayed before and it worked out alright........rooms are all ready.

Almost time for breakfast..........

Have a great Wednesday............

 

[Lynne G]

Yep, a Wednesday. Cool one too. Raise your hands if you see your breath. Hands raised. A that feels cold, 26 commute. But dry, so no snow showers yet.

Robo, safe travel today, and enjoy the parks. Hope your ant bites are feeling better. That's awful you got bitten by fire ants.

Charade, I hope you feel better, and had a very good sleep. Woot Paying off the band trip Yep, will be traveling with the band soon. Weeks fly sometimes.

Sue, I'm not fond of sausage, but my kids are. I like easy meals to make.

Safe travel too, to Schumi. Hope the weather does stay lovely, and very nice of you to host, even when you're away. Pictures would be nice, as yours are always gorgeous to look at.

Time for tea. Yes, short sleeves worn. It's a toasty office, but not complaining. Sweater and jacket on, when I go out. And yes, there's gloves in the jacket pocket. It's going to be one of those yes, it's still Winter.

Enjoy your Wednesday homies. Friday becomes more into focus, if we can get over this hump of a day. Buckeev needs to plot and scheme for that car to make a long pit stop at a park, or two.

 

[macraven]

Predictions are 72 today but I will wait and see

I can better predict what cat food my kitties will snub then our weather

Safe travels for Robo and all else that are heading to vaca this week

Happy hump day to all the homies!

 

[pattyw]

We stay at The Carriage House. It’s an old Florida style place.

Thanks! Good to know about a nice place to stay! We'll be visiting the area a lot while Kyle attends school there for the next 3 1/2 years!

Robo- Have fun in Orlando!! Yay for a sisters getaway!

Girls weekend, little one, me,

That's so nice!!

I made the last payment on the band trip today. Just a few more weeks and we are Orlando bound.

You and B will have a blast!

And he has company while we’re away again

How nice of you to offer your home- and I'm sure Kyle will enjoy the company!

Predictions are 72 today but I will wait and see

I can better predict what cat food my kitties will snub then our weather

I'm with you!! I just read an article that the first week of March is supposed to bring Arctic temps to the entire US! Even Florida and Georgia will see temps hovering at freezing! I hope this is wrong!!

Cold morning here! 17 and light snow flurries.

Lynne- always glad to see the hump day pics!! I think of you every time I see the Geico commercial with the camel declaring Hump Day!

Busy days at work! Trying to get year end financials statements completed for my main job and my other clients!

Have a great Wednesday all!!

The upside to living in Buffalo!!

 

[Tygerlilly]

Morning everyone! Rough night of little sleep here. Kept waking up to every noise Piper made in case she needed me. She woke up hurting and kinda stuck in a weird position (she can't turn herself back over), so I had to go help her, but during her yelling for me, she woke her sister up also. So we've been up since 5am watching Disney movies.

We're all ready to head to her appointment as soon as DF gets home from work. Taxes deposited so I'm thinking a quick stop at the mall after her appointment for lunch and a special stop at the Disney store or build a bear.


Ugh, I lived in Florida for a while and got attacked by fire ants while cleaning up hurricane debris. Both legs and feet up to my thighs. I didn't realize what was happening until they were already biting me. Hope you heal quickly!

Happy birthday Robo!!

Jealous of all of you who have trips planned! I guess my countdown isn't too bad. At least I can say it's this year now. 8.5 months to go!

 

[macraven]

Speedy recovery for your little Tygerlilly!

Your girls will have fun shopping today with you

Sometimes I wonder if fire ants are Florida’s state insect

Been stung there with those pesky ants before

Yes we have had mounds of them in our back yard here in Georgia but won the war on them finally

 

[macraven]

Nice to read pattyw no longer has mosquito issues

Lol

 

[pattyw]

Tygerlilly- Hope your DD feels better soon so she can sleep better! But, it does sound cozy to cuddle up and watch Disney movies!

Nice to read pattyw no longer has mosquito issues

Lol

Yep- no bugs here! I- almost- wish I knew what a fire ant looked like! But those bites sound NASTY!!

 

[Lynne G]

was a cold feeling walk. Then ooh snacks in the break room. Full, and almost too warm. Nap time? Nope. Not yet. LOL

Tgyerlily, hope your little one feels better soon. Hope she sleeps more tonight. How fun, watch movies and go out for treats. Hope that makes her feel better too.

Ah, the birds are not singing. Too cold, I guess. Though seeing more of them, so maybe Spring is not that far away? Showing expected lower than normal temps for the next couple of days, with snow showers. Not the kinda shower I would like. Thinking a 3 day week-end should be. I need another short week.

Hope all are doing well, and enjoying better weather than me. Could still see my breath during my lunchtime walk. Sigh. Where is that sun?

 

[Robo56]

Afternoon Sans family

Sitting next to fountain in Lost Continent. The guy that is doing the fountain is hysterical.

Had lunch at Mythos. Had Pad Thai. It was delicious... thanks Lynne for the suggestion in October. It has been my go to at Mytho’s now. Gets better every time.

Morning everyone! Rough night of little sleep here. Kept waking up to every noise Piper made in case she needed me. She woke up hurting and kinda stuck in a weird position (she can't turn herself back over), so I had to go help her, but during her yelling for me, she woke her sister up also. So we've been up since 5am watching Disney movies.

So sorry to here your little girl was uncomfortable last night. Prayers for her quick healing.

Ugh, I lived in Florida for a while and got attacked by fire ants while cleaning up hurricane debris. Both legs and feet up to my thighs. I didn't realize what was happening until they were already biting me. Hope you heal quickly!

It’s one of those Florida things one has to live with. I call them the Storm Trooper’s of ants.

That must have been brutal to have that many bites. I know how uncomfortable it is to have 10. I can’t imagine having that many on both, feet, legs and thighs.

Rain supposed to hold off till this evening.

 

[pattyw]

Sitting next to fountain in Lost Continent. The guy that is doing the fountain is hysterical.

Sounds fun! I feel warmer just thinking about you sitting out in IOA!

Had lunch at Mythos. Had Pad Thai. It was delicious... thanks Lynne for the suggestion in October. It has been my go to at Mytho’s now. Gets better every time.

That's my favorite dish, too at Mythos!!

Catch lots of beads at the parade, Robo!!


Snow flurries are now snow showers! Expecting about 3-6 inches by tomorrow! Roads were slick when I went out at lunch! Yuck!! I wish I were sitting by the fountain with Robo!

 

[keishashadow]

Hey all. Had to breeze by to get my camel fix, courtesy of Lynne. Must say i’m Thrilled to see him on all the repeat geico commercial lately

Supposed to be doing tax returns today. Decided trip planning more fun. Not the one i need to take care of, one late summer haha. Turning into a procrastinator it seems.

Vickie is sickie? Get well soon. Thought of you this weekend. The mr bought a Rubbermaid shed on big clearance at Lowes. I guess they are closing them out as they’ll be selling craftsman? They wheeled it out to our truck. Looked like it had been opened & returned. I questioned it but was told, no, the box would be marked thusly. Anyway, made opened it up soon as we got home & and had no hardware or instructions. Eek. Had to haul it back and grab another. Who the heck swipes that sort of thing? Grrr

Robbie - nice way to celebrate your day, enjoy! I’m not sure i’d Want to part with the flamingos if truth be told. I’m the wack job that has quite the collection of them in my front garden

Hope this week goes past quickly for you, anticipation is always fun, but nothing like travel day coming around......that’s the best!!!



Isn’t that the truth.........got to be the worst nights sleep ever.........although there is something quite wonderful about the night before a trip..........



I keep forgetting to watch the preshows for it......yes, I love the outfits, even if I don’t quite know who some of them are........

We’ll get the highlights when we get up tomorrow......

When’s the puppy going home?? Are they back today?




Well, we are supposed to be blanketed in fog right now, clear as crystal outside, hopefully they’ve got it wrong......wouldn’t be the first time.....

Very chilly tonight though, heating is very welcome.

Volunteering again Tomorrow morning......lots of lovely noisy and exuberant 3 and 4 year olds......got to love preschool kids.......

Cranberry and pineapple juice with a splash of lime tonight........

Um, where’s the vodka in that drink?

I sent the pup packing @ 6 pm on Monday...not that I was counting or anything. House is pretty quiet without him

View attachment 384635 View from deck on a clear day! See, there are mountains. When we moved here 34ish yrs ago there were no high rises!

Wow, whatta view! Luck you

Storm is bad! Our power just went out! Electronics are all charged - will get the generator going soon!

No hot dinner for us!

Hope everyone else is having a calm Sunday evening!

Awful here, so happy we didn’t lose power. They estimate 18,000 houses here still without it. 2 of my DS spent a day or two sitting in the dark at work with just partial generators running. Crazy to pay them to do nothing IMO.

Yep- it's been more awful than usual this winter! That's why we head to Orlando as much as we can!

Your dinner sounds scrumptious as usual!

As good of an excuse as any I’ve heard lol

I enjoyed the episode Sunday
I have watched walking dead since the first show
Some seasons ragged on but I still faithfully watched

All I will say is I feel the red letter A leans towards the sign that something is negative

Some of our readers do not like spoilers to be listed so I will leave it at that

I regularly read the site Spoil the Dead forums besides other sites

Hey you are on a countdown for a trip again!
Hope it is a marvelous vacation

Remember how the terminus sign turned out. Good to the last drop/bite

Sounds like a great place to stay! We used to stay at the Embassy Suites on the beach! Great hotel!!
My son Kyle and his fiancee Erin live in N Lauderdale right by Coral Springs! We're planning to do a Deerfield Beach stay when we visit him this year!



Great news on the chili fundraiser!! Nice of you and DH to chair these events!!

Well- another batch of snow is headed our way! Temps dropping to the teens! Spring will be here soon!! (I hope!)

I try to stay loyal to hilton in general for rewards. Tried ES for first time a few years ago, not always thrilled with their locations but do enjoy the extra space & free breakfasts and drinks at night.

Sue
Wow on the fire ants attack!

I know how horrible those bites are
(I’m a dues paying member of them also)

Can you share your recipe on the bangers and mash with us?

My then tween DS got pounced upon whilest he slept at fancy hotel in MCO. Wound up in ER back home that day. Swollen up just awful, breathing issues, etc. quite scary for those of us not acclimated to them

Morning everyone! Rough night of little sleep here. Kept waking up to every noise Piper made in case she needed me. She woke up hurting and kinda stuck in a weird position (she can't turn herself back over), so I had to go help her, but during her yelling for me, she woke her sister up also. So we've been up since 5am watching Disney movies.

We're all ready to head to her appointment as soon as DF gets home from work. Taxes deposited so I'm thinking a quick stop at the mall after her appointment for lunch and a special stop at the Disney store or build a bear.


Ugh, I lived in Florida for a while and got attacked by fire ants while cleaning up hurricane debris. Both legs and feet up to my thighs. I didn't realize what was happening until they were already biting me. Hope you heal quickly!

Happy birthday Robo!!

Jealous of all of you who have trips planned! I guess my countdown isn't too bad. At least I can say it's this year now. 8.5 months to go!

Gee, that sounds awful for DD. didn’t they put it in an air cast or wrap that arm...poor thing.