Something About Nothing............ #14

[Charade67]

And after hearing a commercial for insurance too many times, I can’t get scoop there it is song they do about ice cream.

That's my favorite of those commercials. I love the look on the teenage girl's face.

 

[Pumpkin1172]

Quick afternoon stop in!

Finally able to get in here to post. Had a busy weekend working, and putzing around the house. I worked both Sat and Sunday and as well as last night. I do have this weekend off. We are heading to see the kids in Calgary, and help them pack up. Their moving days are a month away now. They are moving closer to us. So instead of a 6.5 - 7 hr drive, we only have a 4 - 4.5 hr drive.

Had to take my car into the mechanic. Had some lights light up on the dash, so DH got her into the place where they take all their work vehicles. Our regular mechanic didn't have any room to look at her until next week. I wasn't comfortable waiting and driving her until then. She needs about 1500.00 worth of work and maintenance done. I've had her for 8 years now, and besides oil changes and basic maintenance, she is needing a little tlc.

Doing better as each day goes by

Mac...I'm glad to hear your feeling better everyday. Have a great taco Tuesday

So ending with a happy note: Spring arrives to end this week.

We are having some great spring temperatures here too...I hope that they will now stay...and not have Mother Nature decide to share more snow with us.

Thank you! It’s been busy with actually going to real work again, and then suddenly our trip is here! Our view from our villa and current view under a palapa on the beach. Beachside drink and food service. Today is a beach chill day - well we did paddle board this am- tomorrow is Tulum in the morning and probably parasailing in afternoon. Going to catchup on everyone now

Great Pictures. My feet actually tingled when I seen the beach picture! Enjoy your trip~~~~

Just wish I could give them to her personally.

I can totally relate. I haven't hugged my Mom or sisters since July. It's been way too long for so many of us to see family.

I may actually take a nap, which is quite rare for me. And pizza for supper has been decided....easy.

That's a great plan for some self care. It sounds like your body is needing it. I would never turn away a chance to order in some pizza!!!

Vaccine went well today......didn`t feel a thing as the needle went in and almost four hours later arm is just a little bit, not really painful yet, just a little heavy. The pharmacy I went to was very well organised and the young lady who vaccinated me was just lovely, all the staff were as soon as you entered.

I'm glad you got your first poke!!!! It is time for the world to return to some sort of normal. The mental health of sooooo many is going to be felt for years in healthcare.

And so, that late afternoon or not quiet dinner time tea. And baked some shortbread cookies. So dessert or a snack before dinner. I like eating them with a cup of tea. Funny, I did not think little one likes those type of cookies, but she already ate quite a few when they came out of the oven. I just put a little bit of sugar on top when they are still warm. Yum.

Yum!!!! Tea just tastes so much better when we have a nice sweet treat. I love to have my tea with a little muffin.

Well, some sort of chicken in on the menu for tonight. Not sure how I'm exactly going to whip it up yet, but I'm sure I'll be using the air fryer again tonight lol. Seriously, it has been used every night since we bought it.

Take care everyone!!!!!

 

[Lynne G]

Yep, never thought I’d like an air fryer, Pumpkin, but we use ours almost every day too. Ack to have to had to work these last couple of days. And ack to that car bill. Yeah, older cars have that kind of work even with routine care. Glad you could get it worked on after seeing that light go on. Enjoy your evening. And yes, I always enjoy something with a sweet taste with my tea. Shortbreads are one of my favorite. I don’t make them often, and do buy them sometimes. Been quite awhile, so with a cool feeling day, nice to heat up the kitchen and have some good smells from the oven.

We ended up with family choice of cheesesteak with fried orange peppers and onions. No cheese or onions for little one. No onions for me. They were delicious. We have some great rolls from a local famous commercial bread maker. I buy them loose from one of our local grocery stores. Now enjoying some ice cream and have a throw over my lap. Seems hailing again, as now tinging heard against the windows. Very dark evening. And our area must be thirsty, as predicted to be a very rainy Thursday. Eh, hope the camel is not in the rain tomorrow.

 

[Monykalyn]

Sorry so long! And belated happy bday to all the UK moms (or is it mums).

y we took Hope for her first haircut. I was trying to hold off, but it was just way too out of control.

oh my gosh what a cutie pie!

Em is Covid testing at J’s school today so I’m looking forward to collecting L after her first day back in the classroom. Hope she’s enjoyed seeing all her friends.

ah food for her and yes hope she’s enjoyed the social interaction even if limited!

thought it was one of the worst written books I`d ever tried to read. It was like a 13 year old had written it.....dreadful!

ditto. Couldn’t get past the first two chapters.

This is how it was for me when I had the first injection.
Same pattern

glad you’re feeling better now. Some have definite rougher times than others

Thanks for the HBD wishes for DH. He had a nice low key birthday. We went to a local seafood restaurant last night. He had the seafood platter and I had a salmon stack, which was salmon with grilled shrimp and a broiled crabcake topped with She Crab Soup. It was delicious but probably could have done without the She Crab. Definitely not a low carb when you add in the two hushpuppies Back to the diet today though. DH ended up returning his sunglasses. I kind of figured he would but it is the thought that counts, Lol. He bought a fishing rod instead.

Late Happy bday to him!

Waiting on my silicone egg cup mold to come from Amazon so I can make egg bites in my instant pot. I tried the Starbucks version and fell in love... although they are higher in carbs. I will try to make them with a lower carb recipe.

Going to have to look up an egg mold now- always need ways to cook eggs!

I just heard that a student at B’s university took their own life over the weekend. There are no details, but I think I discovered the reason for the fire trucks and police cars Saturday night.

This is the 7th client we’ve lost since I started working here. Only one was mental health related.

goodness you’ve had a rough go recently! Hope the BG trip was able to lift spirits.

Yesterday Watched a woman get scolded for trying on a jacket in the store. Manager indicated it then had to sit in a return/decontamination room.

don't understand the mentality of some of the stores.

Me neither, especially as it makes now sense now to have some of the stupid rules as we w known for months now the viable virus isn’t long for surfaces.

Just heard the mini egg cake made by L has won her a Homepride Mini Baker award. Homepride is one of our larger baking supplies companies for flour etc. Her prize will come in the post she will be thrilled.

wow congratulations to L!

am so looking forward to it. This will be my first ever solo trip anywhere.

Will miss you by a few days but I’m sure you’ll have fun!

Our clocks don’t change until the end of this month Lynne - I agree it’s time it was stopped. Unnecessary now.

Such a silly rule when our bodies know the time. Oh well. Rant over.

agreed. If we didn’t “fall forward” we wouldn’t need to spring back and therefore farmers would have the same amount of daylight. Oh however did they manage before the modern invention of artificially shifting days?

That said, I forget how to “ignore” a troll here. Duh, Can I buy a vowel?

I’ve sometimes wished for mute or ignore IRL too .

Sulfites don`t usually bother me too much, it`s the other chemicals they must use in abundance in cheap wine.

sulfates do me in for sure.

crikey, her vet bill could feed Spain! I dread to think what it would be if any of them ever needed any treatment.

. Um I may have paid to an online vet visit for my chicken when we had the wicked snowstorm/cold and she suddenly started sounding like a bullhorn

Now I wait for the side effects.....if any.

really hoping the sore arm is worst of it! Had mild effects both times but just lingered longer second shot.

Feels better to have gotten that out of my system.

LOVE THEM!

Tulum today was really interesting. The Mayans were really resourceful. Always amazing seeing historical things in person. Too windy for parasailing, but we venture off resort to more of the elbow area (we are closer to top of the “7”) found a a little place on public beach aNd had a couple cervezas, the did a bit of shopping p, went up in Cancun wheel, tequila tasting- got a limited run tequila that is so smooth it is definitely a “slow sip” drink. All the people we’ve talked to are happy tourists are coming back, kinda holding their breath spring break is good like Christmas, our wait person on the beach yesterday was out of work for ten months. The guy who sold us the tequila came from Cuba 3 mo this ago to try to make some money to support his family at home. He got the job because of his English skills.
View to Caribbean side of hotel zone on the wheel, and a couple from Tulum. The sea is a gorgeous turquoise color. Like a saturated Instagram filter

 

[Lynne G]

Yay! Live trip report from MonyK. Very much enjoy reading and seeing your pictures. Long ago, I lived in Mexico City, and got as far as Acapulco. Not really feeling going back to Mexico any time soon, though our cruise went to Cozumel, and kids enjoyed the port so much, one of the places they’d like to see again, though do not want to go to on another Western cruise, like the Eastern islands more. Aww, poor chicken. I think the sole old lady chicken neighbor is still clucking. Seems the flashing red lights on the coop can still be seen. So alive still, I think so. Been so cool last couple of days, did not hear any clucking. They do keep it inside their home some of the time now. Hope your chicken was okay.

 

[Realfoodfans]

Nice report Monykalyn. Thank you for sharing your photos. We enjoyed a trip to Tulum a few years ago. So sad to hear about the staff. Some of the best wait and bar staff.
Lynne there are some beautiful places in Mexico but we didn’t like Cozumel very much - though we went over a few times to a sister resort as the ferry was literally minutes away and the snorkelling was good there for Kev and DS.

We have veterinary insurance for Louie. Never had it before but costs have rocketed so much we chose to this time. Can be thousands if a significant illness or injury.

Grocery shopping delivery sometime this morning but no confirmation yet of the hour.

Happy Wednesday all.

 

[schumigirl]

Another quiet day today although I did have to spend some time on hold with an insurance company.

B still has to go to her classes, but the professors have been instructed that they can't assign any work this week. I think this is ridiculous.

Great pictures. Have a nice vacation.

Glad she got them in time. Happy birthday to her.

What a great idea. I don't know if any place near us is doing waitlists.

Yum. We never do anything special for St. Patrick's Day.

I have not been back inside my high school since a couple of days after my graduation when I returned my diploma and asked for it to be reprinted with the correct spelling of my name. A few years ago most of it was torn down and rebuilt, so it's not really the same place.

I will be there for a brief visit October 2-3. I would love to meet if you are in town.


Glad all went well. Hoping for mild side effects, if any. Nice that Tom was able to get an appointment sooner and closer. My husband is still scheduled for Saturday. He had the option of Friday afternoon, but I advised him against it since he takes a martial arts class Friday nights.

Dh came home and is now napping. I guess I'll wait until he wakes up before starting dinner. Tonight I'm attempting a low carb cheeseburger casserole.

Thank you, she still managed to have a lovely birthday.

Yes your husband avoiding Friday night is a good idea, just in case. And we are pleased Tom is getting done closer and sooner.....

Hope dinner was good.

Quick afternoon stop in!

Finally able to get in here to post. Had a busy weekend working, and putzing around the house. I worked both Sat and Sunday and as well as last night. I do have this weekend off. We are heading to see the kids in Calgary, and help them pack up. Their moving days are a month away now. They are moving closer to us. So instead of a 6.5 - 7 hr drive, we only have a 4 - 4.5 hr drive.

Had to take my car into the mechanic. Had some lights light up on the dash, so DH got her into the place where they take all their work vehicles. Our regular mechanic didn't have any room to look at her until next week. I wasn't comfortable waiting and driving her until then. She needs about 1500.00 worth of work and maintenance done. I've had her for 8 years now, and besides oil changes and basic maintenance, she is needing a little tlc.


Mac...I'm glad to hear your feeling better everyday. Have a great taco Tuesday

We are having some great spring temperatures here too...I hope that they will now stay...and not have Mother Nature decide to share more snow with us.

Great Pictures. My feet actually tingled when I seen the beach picture! Enjoy your trip~~~~

I can totally relate. I haven't hugged my Mom or sisters since July. It's been way too long for so many of us to see family.

That's a great plan for some self care. It sounds like your body is needing it. I would never turn away a chance to order in some pizza!!!

I'm glad you got your first poke!!!! It is time for the world to return to some sort of normal. The mental health of sooooo many is going to be felt for years in healthcare.

Yum!!!! Tea just tastes so much better when we have a nice sweet treat. I love to have my tea with a little muffin.

Well, some sort of chicken in on the menu for tonight. Not sure how I'm exactly going to whip it up yet, but I'm sure I'll be using the air fryer again tonight lol. Seriously, it has been used every night since we bought it.

Take care everyone!!!!!

Good news on the family moving closer Pumpkin.......albeit still a distance. Oh July is such a long time ago isn`t it. It`s quite hard at times to think just how hard this pandemic has affected so many people. I saw mum and family in August before the next set of restrictions kicked in. Seems forever.

Yes, very happy to have the first one out of the way.

Sorry so long! And belated happy bday to all the UK moms (or is it mums).

oh my gosh what a cutie pie!
ah food for her and yes hope she’s enjoyed the social interaction even if limited!
ditto. Couldn’t get past the first two chapters.
glad you’re feeling better now. Some have definite rougher times than others
Late Happy bday to him!
Going to have to look up an egg mold now- always need ways to cook eggs!

goodness you’ve had a rough go recently! Hope the BG trip was able to lift spirits.

Me neither, especially as it makes now sense now to have some of the stupid rules as we w known for months now the viable virus isn’t long for surfaces.
wow congratulations to L!
Will miss you by a few days but I’m sure you’ll have fun!

agreed. If we didn’t “fall forward” we wouldn’t need to spring back and therefore farmers would have the same amount of daylight. Oh however did they manage before the modern invention of artificially shifting days?
I’ve sometimes wished for mute or ignore IRL too .
sulfates do me in for sure.
. Um I may have paid to an online vet visit for my chicken when we had the wicked snowstorm/cold and she suddenly started sounding like a bullhorn
really hoping the sore arm is worst of it! Had mild effects both times but just lingered longer second shot.

LOVE THEM!

Tulum today was really interesting. The Mayans were really resourceful. Always amazing seeing historical things in person. Too windy for parasailing, but we venture off resort to more of the elbow area (we are closer to top of the “7”) found a a little place on public beach aNd had a couple cervezas, the did a bit of shopping p, went up in Cancun wheel, tequila tasting- got a limited run tequila that is so smooth it is definitely a “slow sip” drink. All the people we’ve talked to are happy tourists are coming back, kinda holding their breath spring break is good like Christmas, our wait person on the beach yesterday was out of work for ten months. The guy who sold us the tequila came from Cuba 3 mo this ago to try to make some money to support his family at home. He got the job because of his English skills.
View to Caribbean side of hotel zone on the wheel, and a couple from Tulum. The sea is a gorgeous turquoise color. Like a saturated Instagram filter

Thanks Monyk.....moms or mums works

Lovely pictures.....glad you`re having a nice vacation, it does look lovely and the tequila tasting on the wheel sounds so good!






Well, had another good sleep, albeit I think it was fatigue as I felt a little wiped out rather than tired before bed last night......but this morning my arm is a little tender and feel stiff more than sore.

Only did a few little jobs and feel as if I`ve been working for hours, but if that`s the worst I feel, I`m ok with that.

So, no plans today at all. I don`t feel like I have the energy for a walk, and it`s a little grey and damp looking outside anyway.

The guy from our Broadband company is here right now, the second box up in Kyle`s room has stopped working for some reason. Means they can watch movies/sports and so on separate to us. They said between 8am and midday.....guy buzzed us at 7.59 exactly. Prompt service.

Dinner is still to be decided.....no St P day dishes here. Although I know one lady on here who always cooks the best sounding dishes......hope Keisha tells us what she`s cooking today. Tom said he fancies curry, so might use the ready made curry powder I keep in the cabinet for when I can`t be bothered making it from scratch......tastes just fine. Actually scratch that we`ll get take out, saves cooking anything. Will make curry tomorrow and have it Friday night.

I think I plan to read a lot today. I have three books on the go as usual, bedtime one, daytime one and my book group one, which I am really enjoying. I may snooze too......

Have a fabulous Wednesday ​

 

[Lynne G]

Ah yes, was it St. Patrick’s Day said?



Hehe, any Sponge Bob fans?

Oh and since it is also a Wednesday, why hello camel. Seeing she’s getting into the spirit:


So ah yes, Wednesday means the middle of the week, so get over a hump of a day, and yay that Friday will be here soon enough.

And ah yes, so all the homies say hello today, all should kiss a picture of the Blarney Stone, and gab away about SAN here.

My thoughts today?

A good morning to Julie and Schumi.

Schumi, I’m sorry you are feeling bleh enough today, and that feeling seems to be a common side effect. Glad the broadband guy came the earliest he said he would come. And hope the issue was remedied quickly. Hope some lovely tea was sipped today, and will enjoy a nice lunch soon.

Julie, hope that delivery happened already, and will also have a nice lunch from some grocery delivered today. Hope you enjoyed some coffee or tea, and a had a walk with Louie. The puppies show just had puppies looking like Louie on last night. So cute is the show’s title, and pups like Louie are so cute.

Weather report: Yeah, still cool enough, at 36F out. And while still before the sunrise, very dark out. Black is all I can see out the window. Cloudy Wednesday we will have. Rain to hold off until unleashing tomorrow. As little one said, we are done with this cool weather. Indeed.

And so the routine continues, as tea is going to be refilling my tea cup, and since no cookies left, went by the bakery last night, and muffins are in the pantry. So nice breakfast for me. Later homies.

A most wonderful Wednesday to every homie.

 

[J'aime Paris]

Thanks mac.....she was thrilled with them.....




no rush Lori....hope the headache is better now, they`re not fun.

I`m not a fan of pheasant or partridge, too gamey for me. I`m ok with venison if served correctly, but even so at times it`s a little too much like liver for me. But, weirdly I do like venison.

Hope you get the call soon and happy you didn`t get as much snow as you thought, and warmer weather around the corner.....

Go with pizza....but then I hate tacos......lol......







lol....it does sound a bit like an 80`s singer.....oh hell no.....I could live happily never meeting a bear or knowing one is in the vicinity.....I`m bad enough with wild cats around!

I usually call a florist in the next town to my mum, but they closed their doors for good recently, such a shame as they were marvellous. Family owned for years, but couldn`t survive this. They never joined Interflora, so kept their local feel and I always knew the flowers would be top quality and last for ages. I do miss using them already. But, mum said these were quite spectacular, and yes, I was wary using an online company, but, delivered as requested and top quality.....happy mum.





It is lovely. I looked and Harrods are taking orders for it right now. I`m sure you might find a supplier in the US too. I didn`t look into it that much.





French trimmed rack of lamb is a treat. I am of course biased for Scottish Lamb but a good farmer will always produce good lamb and we have an abundance in this country of lamb.

In Scotland a lamb leg steak is called a Gigot chop.....pronounced jiggit (no kidding) from the French pronunciation Gigot....silent T. They are divine.....





Glad your mum is doing ok after her vaccine. Hope she continues to feel well. And good wishes to your son. Hopefully he`ll be just fine.

I`d love to go back through my old schools.....although one is gone completely now.....my primary school where I went from age 4 till 10 almost 11 is still there though.




Vaccine went well today......didn`t feel a thing as the needle went in and almost four hours later arm is just a little bit, not really painful yet, just a little heavy. The pharmacy I went to was very well organised and the young lady who vaccinated me was just lovely, all the staff were as soon as you entered.

But, Tom got a call from our Dr`s office and he gets done there on Thursday now instead of 40 minutes away on Saturday. We made sure to cancel those appts. It`s much closer to our own Dr`s offices.

Now I wait for the side effects.....if any.

Happy Tuesday......

Headache gone, so that's good.
Did not receive a call yesterday for the vaccine. I still have a chance today and tomorrow to be called.

Hope you get no side effects Schumi. And nice DH will be getting his too, now much closer to home.

Hailing now, but very little ones that ting on the windows.

Pizza sounds good Paris. Hope your headache is better now. Felt like I was getting one, so drugs and some caffeine, and okay so far. Just tired, as restless bedmate last night.

A what for dinner. Thinking pasta or maybe kids will put some fries in the fryer and will make some steak sandwiches, as picked up some shaved beef from the butcher today. That or chicken something. Ooh maybe chicken parmigiana. Ah, have to see what family in the mood for. Late lunch, so no one begging to have food made yet.

Yes, Schumi, I can sometimes get European food items here, or ordered from a US importer. I do get some brands of English tea. And there is a local tea seller of which I like her selection of loose teas.

And so, that late afternoon or not quiet dinner time tea. And baked some shortbread cookies. So dessert or a snack before dinner. I like eating them with a cup of tea. Funny, I did not think little one likes those type of cookies, but she already ate quite a few when they came out of the oven. I just put a little bit of sugar on top when they are still warm. Yum.

And after hearing a commercial for insurance too many times, I can’t get scoop there it is song they do about ice cream. So will certainly get into our ice cream later tonight. I tend to always buy vanilla, as then all can add what they like. Jimmies or chocolate or caramel syrup. Then maraschino cherries and nuts. We have it all. Including chocolate and multi colored jimmies. Though most of the time, I eat it plain. When on sale, there are certain brands I will buy. Some vanilla brands are not as good as other brands’ vanilla.

Your cookies sound wonderful!
That commercial is so bizarre....for insuance??

B still has to go to her classes, but the professors have been instructed that they can't assign any work this week. I think this is ridiculous.

Agreed!

Quick afternoon stop in!

Finally able to get in here to post. Had a busy weekend working, and putzing around the house. I worked both Sat and Sunday and as well as last night. I do have this weekend off. We are heading to see the kids in Calgary, and help them pack up. Their moving days are a month away now. They are moving closer to us. So instead of a 6.5 - 7 hr drive, we only have a 4 - 4.5 hr drive.

Had to take my car into the mechanic. Had some lights light up on the dash, so DH got her into the place where they take all their work vehicles. Our regular mechanic didn't have any room to look at her until next week. I wasn't comfortable waiting and driving her until then. She needs about 1500.00 worth of work and maintenance done. I've had her for 8 years now, and besides oil changes and basic maintenance, she is needing a little tlc.


Mac...I'm glad to hear your feeling better everyday. Have a great taco Tuesday

We are having some great spring temperatures here too...I hope that they will now stay...and not have Mother Nature decide to share more snow with us.

Great Pictures. My feet actually tingled when I seen the beach picture! Enjoy your trip~~~~

I can totally relate. I haven't hugged my Mom or sisters since July. It's been way too long for so many of us to see family.

That's a great plan for some self care. It sounds like your body is needing it. I would never turn away a chance to order in some pizza!!!

I'm glad you got your first poke!!!! It is time for the world to return to some sort of normal. The mental health of sooooo many is going to be felt for years in healthcare.

Yum!!!! Tea just tastes so much better when we have a nice sweet treat. I love to have my tea with a little muffin.

Well, some sort of chicken in on the menu for tonight. Not sure how I'm exactly going to whip it up yet, but I'm sure I'll be using the air fryer again tonight lol. Seriously, it has been used every night since we bought it.

Take care everyone!!!!!

Moving is such a chore. I'm sure they are glad for the help. Nice they will be closer to you!!

Sorry so long! And belated happy bday to all the UK moms (or is it mums).

oh my gosh what a cutie pie!
ah food for her and yes hope she’s enjoyed the social interaction even if limited!
ditto. Couldn’t get past the first two chapters.
glad you’re feeling better now. Some have definite rougher times than others
Late Happy bday to him!
Going to have to look up an egg mold now- always need ways to cook eggs!

goodness you’ve had a rough go recently! Hope the BG trip was able to lift spirits.

Me neither, especially as it makes now sense now to have some of the stupid rules as we w known for months now the viable virus isn’t long for surfaces.
wow congratulations to L!
Will miss you by a few days but I’m sure you’ll have fun!

agreed. If we didn’t “fall forward” we wouldn’t need to spring back and therefore farmers would have the same amount of daylight. Oh however did they manage before the modern invention of artificially shifting days?
I’ve sometimes wished for mute or ignore IRL too .
sulfates do me in for sure.
. Um I may have paid to an online vet visit for my chicken when we had the wicked snowstorm/cold and she suddenly started sounding like a bullhorn
really hoping the sore arm is worst of it! Had mild effects both times but just lingered longer second shot.

LOVE THEM!

Tulum today was really interesting. The Mayans were really resourceful. Always amazing seeing historical things in person. Too windy for parasailing, but we venture off resort to more of the elbow area (we are closer to top of the “7”) found a a little place on public beach aNd had a couple cervezas, the did a bit of shopping p, went up in Cancun wheel, tequila tasting- got a limited run tequila that is so smooth it is definitely a “slow sip” drink. All the people we’ve talked to are happy tourists are coming back, kinda holding their breath spring break is good like Christmas, our wait person on the beach yesterday was out of work for ten months. The guy who sold us the tequila came from Cuba 3 mo this ago to try to make some money to support his family at home. He got the job because of his English skills.
View to Caribbean side of hotel zone on the wheel, and a couple from Tulum. The sea is a gorgeous turquoise color. Like a saturated Instagram filter

I was surprised by how many varieties of tequila exist! Bottles upon bottles, brand upon brand. Glad you found a good one! And those pics continue to be amazing!

Thank you, she still managed to have a lovely birthday.

Yes your husband avoiding Friday night is a good idea, just in case. And we are pleased Tom is getting done closer and sooner.....

Hope dinner was good.






Good news on the family moving closer Pumpkin.......albeit still a distance. Oh July is such a long time ago isn`t it. It`s quite hard at times to think just how hard this pandemic has affected so many people. I saw mum and family in August before the next set of restrictions kicked in. Seems forever.

Yes, very happy to have the first one out of the way.






Thanks Monyk.....moms or mums works

Lovely pictures.....glad you`re having a nice vacation, it does look lovely and the tequila tasting on the wheel sounds so good!






Well, had another good sleep, albeit I think it was fatigue as I felt a little wiped out rather than tired before bed last night......but this morning my arm is a little tender and feel stiff more than sore.

Only did a few little jobs and feel as if I`ve been working for hours, but if that`s the worst I feel, I`m ok with that.

So, no plans today at all. I don`t feel like I have the energy for a walk, and it`s a little grey and damp looking outside anyway.

The guy from our Broadband company is here right now, the second box up in Kyle`s room has stopped working for some reason. Means they can watch movies/sports and so on separate to us. They said between 8am and midday.....guy buzzed us at 7.59 exactly. Prompt service.

Dinner is still to be decided.....no St P day dishes here. Although I know one lady on here who always cooks the best sounding dishes......hope Keisha tells us what she`s cooking today. Tom said he fancies curry, so might use the ready made curry powder I keep in the cabinet for when I can`t be bothered making it from scratch......tastes just fine. Actually scratch that we`ll get take out, saves cooking anything. Will make curry tomorrow and have it Friday night.

I think I plan to read a lot today. I have three books on the go as usual, bedtime one, daytime one and my book group one, which I am really enjoying. I may snooze too......

Have a fabulous Wednesday ​

Good to have a quiet day and rest.....happy that the side effects seem to be mild!!

Ah yes, was it St. Patrick’s Day said?

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Hehe, any Sponge Bob fans?

Oh and since it is also a Wednesday, why hello camel. Seeing she’s getting into the spirit:
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So ah yes, Wednesday means the middle of the week, so get over a hump of a day, and yay that Friday will be here soon enough.

And ah yes, so all the homies say hello today, all should kiss a picture of the Blarney Stone, and gab away about SAN here.

My thoughts today?

A good morning to Julie and Schumi.

Schumi, I’m sorry you are feeling bleh enough today, and that feeling seems to be a common side effect. Glad the broadband guy came the earliest he said he would come. And hope the issue was remedied quickly. Hope some lovely tea was sipped today, and will enjoy a nice lunch soon.

Julie, hope that delivery happened already, and will also have a nice lunch from some grocery delivered today. Hope you enjoyed some coffee or tea, and a had a walk with Louie. The puppies show just had puppies looking like Louie on last night. So cute is the show’s title, and pups like Louie are so cute.

Weather report: Yeah, still cool enough, at 36F out. And while still before the sunrise, very dark out. Black is all I can see out the window. Cloudy Wednesday we will have. Rain to hold off until unleashing tomorrow. As little one said, we are done with this cool weather. Indeed.

And so the routine continues, as tea is going to be refilling my tea cup, and since no cookies left, went by the bakery last night, and muffins are in the pantry. So nice breakfast for me. Later homies.

A most wonderful Wednesday to every homie.

I like Patrick! ☘





First coffee finished, think I'll have another. Then decide on breakfast.
I will make a stew using Guinness Beer. And maybe pick up some soda bread to dip in the stew.
I will start cooking around lunchtime....the meat must simmer for several hours to be fall apart tender.

Tis a gloomy, cold day....due to get rain/snow mix beginning this afternoon. I will wear my green sweater to match my green nails when going to the grocery store. That's about it for the celebrating, lol!

But any day spent upright is better than the alternative!
So Happy St. Paddy's Day and Happy Hump Day!!!

 

[keishashadow]

One of my two soda breads.
I’ve got a million of them, most sent to me by friends who know I’m incorrigible when it comes to today ☘ The better ones would get me banned hehe





Need to flip a coin to decide what i’m Picking up for lunch with jr pre dentist. Hmmm

DS's high school orientation went well. A super quick tour of the school. It was neat to walk through the school again. I have not been inside since I graduated almost 27 years ago. Wow, that seems strange to say. Nothing changed other than other than the building showing it's age and in desperate need of a good landscaping job. Just like most everything else, DS seemed indifferent. I am nervous for him though.

My DS went to same schools as I too . It was a bit surreal during their graduation ceremonies

Large raccoon size? As long as they're friendly, lol!!!

Indeed. The noises they make when fighting something is unbelievable

Good luck on the shot prospects!

Oh good! I was wondering, but didn't want to say it, lol!

Oh, i’m The sort you can call out my foibles any time. I’m easily amused

French trimmed rack of lamb is a treat

As in the above that confirms I know squat about lamb. I never made the association of the country -france lol. Thot frenced was a fancy cooking term. Stick a fork in me, i’m Done lol

And there is a local tea seller of which I like her selection of loose teas.

Reported counterfeiting of all loose tea here now & again - bizzare

B still has to go to her classes, but the professors have been instructed that they can't assign any work this week. I think this is ridiculous.

Um, it sounds like a time out. Sit there and be good...maybe they’ll give them some crayons to color. I’d be inquiring re a tuition refund.

Had to take my car into the mechanic. Had some lights light up on the dash, so DH got her into the place where they take all their work vehicles.

I told myself not to kvetch when i needed the first work other than brakes on my car before my trip. Came back, only have driven it a few times and it sounds like the calipers/brakes may be sticking. They had to mess around in that general area to do the struts & whatever else was done. Dropping it off this evening.

Yep, never thought I’d like an air fryer, Pumpkin, but we use ours almost every day too.

Only thing that bugs me is the counter space mine demands, have 8 qt one

Lynne there are some beautiful places in Mexico but we didn’t like Cozumel very much - though we went over a few times to a sister resort as the ferry was literally minutes away and the snorkelling was good there for Kev and DS.

Years ago, I took one look at that choppy water, the width of the transit & the size of the ferry, promptly decided to skip our excursion over to Tulum

We’ve done cozumel multiple times but, as cruise ship invaders on the leeward side. Find ourselves returning to same day resort, Nachi Coccum, it’s lovely. The resorts I’ve seen there don’t seem to have s large of a footprint. I prefer that compound feeling when in Mexico as to security.

Although I know one lady on here who always cooks the best sounding dishes......hope Keisha tells us what she`s cooking today

Oh yeah? Who lol. Leftovers here for the mr. He just requested I morph it into hot roast beef sandwiches for his late dinner. Easy peasy

think I plan to read a lot today. I have three books on the go as usual, bedtime one, daytime one and my book group one, which I am really enjoying. I may snooze too......

Great idea! Hope you sail thru this.

Mac - how are we doing today in your recovery?

Monyk - beautiful pics, how long is your trip this time? Any unusual security/entry procedures at the airport there?

...so all the homies say hello today, all should kiss a picture of the Blarney Stone, and gab away about SAN here.

Blarney Stone, yeah, that’s a nice sentiment.

Not the first thing that comes to my mind when suggesting one kiss it (present company excluded naturally )

Enjoy, whether you are wearing green or orange today, life is short!

 

[J'aime Paris]

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Need to flip a coin to decide what i’m Picking up for lunch with jr pre dentist. Hmmm


My DS went to same schools as I too . It was a bit surreal during their graduation ceremonies

Indeed. The noises they make when fighting something is unbelievable

Good luck on the shot prospects!

Oh, i’m The sort you can call out my foibles any time. I’m easily amused

As in the above that confirms I know squat about lamb. I never made the association of the country -france lol. Thot frenced was a fancy cooking term. Stick a fork in me, i’m Done lol

Reported counterfeiting of all loose tea here now & again - bizzare

Um, it sounds like a time out. Sit there and be good...maybe they’ll give them some crayons to color. I’d be inquiring re a tuition refund.

I told myself not to kvetch when i needed the first work other than brakes on my car before my trip. Came back, only have driven it a few times and it sounds like the calipers/brakes may be sticking. They had to mess around in that general area to do the struts & whatever else was done. Dropping it off this evening.

Only thing that bugs me is the counter space mine demands, have 8 qt one

Years ago, I took one look at that choppy water, the width of the transit & the size of the ferry, promptly decided to skip our excursion over to Tulum

We’ve done cozumel multiple times but, as cruise ship invaders on the leeward side. Find ourselves returning to same day resort, Nachi Coccum, it’s lovely. The resorts I’ve seen there don’t seem to have s large of a footprint. I prefer that compound feeling when in Mexico as to security.


Oh yeah? Who lol. Leftovers here for the mr. He just requested I morph it into hot roast beef sandwiches for his late dinner. Easy peasy

Great idea! Hope you sail thru this.

Mac - how are we doing today in your recovery?

Monyk - beautiful pics, how long is your trip this time? Any unusual security/entry procedures at the airport there?


Blarney Stone, yeah, that’s a nice sentiment.

Not the first thing that comes to my mind when suggesting one kiss it (present company excluded naturally )

Enjoy, whether you are wearing green or orange today, life is short!

I can almost smell your bread through the screen! That looks delicious!
I'm cheating by going to the bakery...

 

[Lynne G]

Hehe, always like funny Paris and Keisha. Great pictures for today.

Ooh good smelling houses of both of you. Yum to stew and yum to quite tasty looking bread.

Ack that tea report Keisha. I tend to buy those in box or tin, but since she is owner of small business, I do try to support her. Hope she is not selling that fake stuff. Been awhile since I bought there though, as was closed for months and think while open now, I have plenty of tea, so in no hurry.

Paris, glad to hear headache gone. Yeah, not that much of a Sponge Bob fan, but have seen my share of episodes, as older one likes that show.

At least a bit brighter out. Hoping older one feels like grilled cheese for lunch. We have ham to add to it, and good cheese and bread bought this weekend. Little one will eat something else. She is not a fan of grilled sandwiches.

And Charade, it is an odd break. Little one has her last day of two wellness days this semester, next Wednesday. Then that’s the end of any day of break time for her. Older one, did get his Spring Break this week, but he has no money or friends that are eager to travel, so lazy kid staying home this week. But little one started earlier than older one, and has a shorter term due to no Spring Break. So she’s done the end of April, he’s done the middle of May. Little one’s university is saying they plan for in person Fall term, but we will see. My county said they will not be out of group A until at least 4 to 5 months from now. As the three of us are in group C, I can’t see us getting the vaccine any time soon. Hence, not sure I’d want little one in person classes this Fall. I guess what the City says may determine in person or maybe even a hybrid. Older one’s college has said nothing about returning to campus. But since it is our County’s school, and since most kids would be in group C, does not make sense to bring all those commuting kids in one room for hours.

Oooh more tea for me. Yay!

 

[macraven]

I’m better Janet, thanks for asking
Just have chills come and go
Other than that, doing fine

Mr Mac ordered an electric blanket for me a week ago and it came yesterday

not my favorite but it will do for now
Cats like it as I have it on high heat

looks like a rainy day here for me

We took a pass last night and Mr Mac made a sandwich for dinner
So tonight will be Taco Bell for us

With GA still having high virus counts we are keeping with isolation for a longer time period
I am aware we are considered “safe” at the two week mark after the second shot but still have more days to go.

O’Charleys and other eat in places only closed last year for maybe a two week time period
Longhorn and rest of the chain eateries only did a brief shut down also

Masks here were never a requirement in the state except for Atlanta.

 

[schumigirl]

Lori, glad the headache is gone and you’re all better. Beef dish sounds good, yep needs long slow cook. Hope it’s lovely.......


Keisha your bread looks wonderful. I could eat some of that.......you can tell the real cooks! Lunch sounds fabulous too.....love a roast beef sandwich....hot or cold!! Have a good day and hope dentist appt goes well.....


mac......hope the electric blanket does the trick though, even temporarily......wished I had it today......lol.......



Yes, ended up sleeping the afternoon away, couldn’t keep my eyes open and still feel I could sleep for a week. 24-48 hours seems to be the average folks are out of sorts. So by time Tom gets hit, I should be on the mend.

He’s trying to feed me right now......nothing is tempting, but I am hungry I think.......lol.......although I really want some of Janet’s bread.......

 

[Realfoodfans]

I am Irish heritage on my paternal family side -though many generations ago - but was not aware of people celebrating the day here at all until J was telling us that today one of his teachers, who is Irish, had decorated their room and dressed as a leprechaun. He loved that.

Mac enjoy your tacos tonight. Glad you’re k

Schumi glad you’re doing ok. Hope returned to normal soon.

Keisha I am not good on boats. Always sit on deck whenever possible in the fresh air and facing forwards. Had a few bad experiences from being a child.

J’aime hope you get a call soon. Does give some confidence in moving forward.

Love soda bread - have a cheese and Guinness recipe from a great bakery - biggest downside of low carb is missing my bread making. Find it very therapeutic.

Lynne glad to say the grocery order arrived this morning so all stocked up again apart from meat which we will pick up from the butcher on Friday.

Got a couple of hours sewing done this afternoon - once I get started I’m fine.

 

[cam757]

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Very low key day here. We really have never gone all out other than our traditional meal. This is the first time I have ever cooked corned beef brisket in the crock pot so I hope it is edible.

Not much going on today. Cold and cloudy.

Ah, high school memories! I sure your DS will do well!
I remember having some of the same teachers my dad had when he was in high school. It has now been turned into an admin building.

I think all my teachers have retired, Lol! I did not recognize any names other than the girls I went to school with who are teachers or staff there. The building was brand new when I went. We were the first 9th graders in the building so the school should be around for a while longer. My elementary school has been torn down and replaced and the middle school is currently closed but they were both ancient when I went there.

Tulum today was really interesting.

Very pretty! I love the beach picture.

ot really feeling going back to Mexico any time soon, though our cruise went to Cozumel, and kids enjoyed the port so much, one of the places they’d like to see again, though do not want to go to on another Western cruise, like the Eastern islands more.

When we took our Western Caribbean cruise I did not think I would like Cozumel at all but it ended up being our favorite stop of the whole trip. I am hoping to return...one day.

One of my two soda breads.

The bread looks wonderful!!!

We’ve done cozumel multiple times but, as cruise ship invaders on the leeward side. Find ourselves returning to same day resort, Nachi Coccum, it’s lovely. The resorts I’ve seen there don’t seem to have s large of a footprint. I prefer that compound feeling when in Mexico as to security.

We spent the day at Nachi Coccum and LOVED it. It was one of the highlights of the trip. My friend and I still talk about it. So relaxing. My DH and his buddy snorkeled all day long and my friend and I floated all day. Definitely on our list of places to return.

Yes, ended up sleeping the afternoon away, couldn’t keep my eyes open and still feel I could sleep for a week. 24-48 hours seems to be the average folks are out of sorts. So by time Tom gets hit, I should be on the mend.

I hope you feel better soon. My mom ended up having a bad evening but felt better this morning.

Love soda bread - have a cheese and Guinness recipe from a great bakery - biggest downside of low carb is missing my bread making. Find it very therapeutic.

I know what you mean. Seems like I am always doing low carb this time of year and never get to indulge in soda bread.

 

[Charade67]

Quick drive by. I am so sleepy right now, but trying not to nap. I had to get up early today for an 8:00 medical appointment. Thankfully it was a slo day at work. So slow that I cleaned up the kitchen.

We are heading to see the kids in Calgary, and help them pack up. Their moving days are a month away now. They are moving closer to us. So instead of a 6.5 - 7 hr drive, we only have a 4 - 4.5 hr drive.

Good luck with the packing. (I hate packing.) Nice that they will be closer to you even if it is still a bit of a drive.

Did not receive a call yesterday for the vaccine. I still have a chance today and tomorrow to be called.

Hope you get in soon.

One of my two soda breads

Looks really good.

Um, it sounds like a time out. Sit there and be good...maybe they’ll give them some crayons to color. I’d be inquiring re a tuition refund.

I would, but we don't pay any tuition for B.

I'm cheating by going to the bakery...

Not cheating at all. I tired making soda bread once. I should have gone to a bakery.

And Charade, it is an odd break. Little one has her last day of two wellness days this semester, next Wednesday. Then that’s the end of any day of break time for her. Older one, did get his Spring Break this week, but he has no money or friends that are eager to travel, so lazy kid staying home this week. But little one started earlier than older one, and has a shorter term due to no Spring Break. So she’s done the end of April, he’s done the middle of May. Little one’s university is saying they plan for in person Fall term, but we will see. My county said they will not be out of group A until at least 4 to 5 months from now. As the three of us are in group C, I can’t see us getting the vaccine any time soon. Hence, not sure I’d want little one in person classes this Fall. I guess what the City says may determine in person or maybe even a hybrid. Older one’s college has said nothing about returning to campus. But since it is our County’s school, and since most kids would be in group C, does not make sense to bring all those commuting kids in one room for hours.

B gets the Friday before and the Monday after Easter off, so that's something. We are planning to go back to Busch Gardens for the food & wine festival.
For vaccines, we are in what's called Phase1B right now. I was in Phase 1A. I have no idea how many phases there are or when B will qualify.

Yes, ended up sleeping the afternoon away, couldn’t keep my eyes open and still feel I could sleep for a week. 24-48 hours seems to be the average folks are out of sorts. So by time Tom gets hit, I should be on the mend.

That was the biggest complaint my boss had. Hope you feel back to normal soon.

I am Irish heritage on my paternal family side -though many generations ago

Me too. I actually found some information on my family from Ireland, but couldn't get beyond the time they came to America. My maiden name is McLaughlin.

Well, we are squared away with Uncle Sam today. Dh finally went to the accountant and signed our tax form. Our refund will be vacation spending money. Now I just have to get dh to complete B's dependent financial paperwork so we have all the financial stuff taken care of before registration for fall semester.

 

[Pumpkin1172]

Taking a break from shredding paper. Give the shredder some time to cool down lol.

Turning out to be a beautiful day today. I'll take it!!!! I'm planning on heading out for walk again tonight. It was lovely to walk last night. I should have covered my ears with my earwarmer band thingy. I had an earache after my walk. There was a cool wind when walking the one way, and my ears don't like cold wind in them. Tonight, I'll make sure to take it along just in case I need it.

We are not a huge St. Paddy's day family. It was something we ever really did. So, no green food or beer for us. Thinking steak bites ( if ds took out the steak I asked him to ) or tacos for the ds's and taco meat filled peppers for us. Easy quick supper tonight. Guess I will see which one I am cooking when I get home.

It looks like everyone is having a good St. Paddy's day. I hope everyone sets their leprechaun traps work. I remember the boys doing that when they were younger.

Have a great evening everyone!!!!

 

[Monykalyn]

Greetings! We did Xel-Ha today. Cross between water park and eco reserve. We loved it! Won’t attach picture of me swinging from rope before dropping into river lol. Snorkeling mot great but still fun. All inclusive and food was surprisingly really good! Buffett- but they have a server getting whatever you want so not tons of grimy hands all over, masks required in restaurant. Still operating at capacity restrictions so busy but not crowded. We rented a car for the day to drive out there- always an experience. But DH and I have lived in and driven in big cities so not really much different. Although GPS tried to route us through downtown Cancun instead of back to Hotel zone and we didn’t actually catch it right away lol.
I swear this may be the only the second vacation where I lose weight despite eating so much. Sore from activities, and Alysa wants to try the stand up paddle boards again. Fun - and good core and arms workout. Resort day tomorrow again- debating staying vs going to a sister resort-can use facilities at each. Chicken Itza Friday.
Keisha- no special procedures really arriving at airport here other than strict masks wearing (no nose hangin out!) and some plexiglass shields in place. Breezed through actually, only random customs checks- rest of us walk right through. Heard going back is a hassle though as no online check in as airline has to verify covid test. Free one offered at sister resort but reports are long lines. Going to pay a small fee and have it done at our resort with same day results.
We’ve done Cozumel on port days with cruises too. Rented a scooter and rode whole island the first time. Will have to try Cam’s & Keishas resort next time. We leave Sunday, van time is 5 am- for 8am flight. Hoping not too busy at that hour!

love all the st Pat memes!
Pumpkin hope the packing goes well.
sounds like Carole has the usual side effects- which in a sense is good- build up that immunity! Hope Mac feels better too.
Charade BG food and wine fest sounds interesting! We’ve only been to the one in Tampa- before kids!
Lynne hope the kids get the school experience they want- and wow to possible December graduation? This year December? And yeah- the hen is fine. Vet said it sounded like she was wheezy- and to give Benadryl!. Gave me the dosing for her weight.
Paris hope you get the call soon! DH actually got “the call” (& email & text-our health system is making sure you got the message!) today so he’ll make his appointment when we get back.
RealFF- may have to get that soda bread recipe with Guinness and cheese! Although I’m not a great baker,
Ah probably time for bed, and did make tea tonite too
Sweet dreams to all!

 

[schumigirl]

Cam.....hope the beef turned out ok, and glad your mum is doing better......hope she`s back to normal now.


Pumpkin, we never celebrate St Paddy`s Day, but could be tempted to eat some of Keisha`s bread...... Hope you enjoyed a walk last night and your temps get warmer soon......


Monyk......lovely pictures again. Yes, I am pretty average with the symptoms. I was lucky.





Yep, went to bed completely wiped out at 10 last night and woke this morning to feeling almost back to normal. Chills and fatigue gone, no headache, but just a little achy around the shoulders. That`ll go too.

Symptoms as said, are pretty average, started around the 20 hour mark after the needle, and went on till around 36 hours after. I`ve heard folks get so much worse, so I`ll settle for that.

Tom gets zapped this morning, expecting him to feel it tomorrow.

Already had a cup of tea and a slice of toast, know I`m fine when I feel hungry.....

Not going out today. Kyle is taking Tom for his appointment, have a grocery delivery coming too, managed to grab a slot only on Tuesday, usually they`re gone by then. Don`t need anything else till the weekend.

Going to make chicken piccata tonight, and get a curry going for tomorrow night.

Looks like a pretty dull day all over today......

Have a lovely Thirsty Throwback Thursday ​