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

[Charade67]

Crazy weather last night. We have flooding and downed trees iin some areas. We also have several road closures. It looks like it has all passed though. It looks like we will have some sun for the rest of the day.

Dinner is in the crock pot. I don't know what I will do for the rest of the day. Dh is complaining that he needs exercise becasue his weight has gone up. This is the same man who has been having dessert with almost every meal.

While our banks might be closed, it is not a Federal holiday here

I don't think the banks here are closed today. I don't think they were closed on Friday either. It's interesting how different areas handle the Easter holidays.

I used to spend countless hours doing genealogy and still dabble in it when I can. Time can certainly get away from you but it is fascinating.

Years ago I got interested in family history. I found tons of information on my mom's family going all the way back to the early 1600's. On my dad's side I got stuck in the 1850's when the family started coming over from Ireland. B got her unusual middle name from a family name I discovered when I was researching my mom's family.

 

[Lynne G]

Yay! A Robbie post. Hope all is well with you.

Sue, hope you got back to sleep.

Cam, yep, we even have a tornado risk too, with this stormy day. Winds have been guesting to 60 to 70 mph now. News had the local power companies showing their ready. Many will have lines down, from winds and trees. Nice you were playing Betty Crocker for your parents and family. Love a kitchen smelling of good food cooking.

Charade, thanks for sharing, LoL. This storm is nasty will all the rain and high winds. Glad it will be clear by tonight. Yeah, I think all will be happy to be back to routine, and loose some weight in the process. Yeah, I never had so many snacks in my office, then I do at home. We oddly rarely have dessert. Mostly family will look for sweet later in the evening, or not at all.

With that, yeah it’s a Monday. Good thing the post office should be open. Need to mail a letter in the time it is not raining too hard. Either that, or I will ask DH to go.

 

[Bethany10]

Good Monday morning all.

Easter Sunday was quiet for us, kid number 1 (the 11 year old) decided he just couldn't wait for his chocolate bunny and woke me up at 4 to see if he could go downstairs. Kid number 2 (turning 14 on Sunday) wisely did not wake me up when she got up at 6 to get her chocolate bunny.

We had a lovely dinner, for which I did not screw up the standing rib roast (only second time I've made it) and early to bed for me.

Back to the grind this morning, I need coffee.

 

[schumigirl]

Happy Day after Easter. Hope everyone had a good day. Very low key for us. Got up in the morning and made chocolate peanut butter eggs. I had some beautiful strawberries so I dipped a few in the dipping chocolate I had leftover. I was so tired last night I forgot about them so I guess I will have to eat them tonight Made my pot of spaghetti and sent some to my mom and father in law. It wasn't my best day of cooking. I tried to make individual banana puddings to take to my mom and FIL but my first batch of pastry cream did not come out and the second batch only made enough for one. I was running low on eggs so no banana pudding for them. I made them both a dozen bite sized peanut butter eggs so I still was able to send them something sweet.

A very nasty day today. Wind and storms in the forecast for today. We are under a tornado watch until this afternoon. High near 80 but will cool off the rest of the week.

Leftover spaghetti for dinner tonight. I have to use up some bananas so I may make some banana bread tonight. Once that is gone, diet begins. I am starting to get my double chin back...ughh



I used to spend countless hours doing genealogy and still dabble in it when I can. Time can certainly get away from you but it is fascinating.

lol.....Tom and I have both put on around 6lbs this last three weeks......not quite sure how that happened.......

Love strawberries.......sounds nice.......and hope tornadoes avoid you.

Crazy weather last night. We have flooding and downed trees iin some areas. We also have several road closures. It looks like it has all passed though. It looks like we will have some sun for the rest of the day.

Dinner is in the crock pot. I don't know what I will do for the rest of the day. Dh is complaining that he needs exercise becasue his weight has gone up. This is the same man who has been having dessert with almost every meal.


I don't think the banks here are closed today. I don't think they were closed on Friday either. It's interesting how different areas handle the Easter holidays.


Years ago I got interested in family history. I found tons of information on my mom's family going all the way back to the early 1600's. On my dad's side I got stuck in the 1850's when the family started coming over from Ireland. B got her unusual middle name from a family name I discovered when I was researching my mom's family.

Yep, desserts will do that for you every time!!!

Yay! A Robbie post. Hope all is well with you.

Sue, hope you got back to sleep.

Cam, yep, we even have a tornado risk too, with this stormy day. Winds have been guesting to 60 to 70 mph now. News had the local power companies showing their ready. Many will have lines down, from winds and trees. Nice you were playing Betty Crocker for your parents and family. Love a kitchen smelling of good food cooking.

Charade, thanks for sharing, LoL. This storm is nasty will all the rain and high winds. Glad it will be clear by tonight. Yeah, I think all will be happy to be back to routine, and loose some weight in the process. Yeah, I never had so many snacks in my office, then I do at home. We oddly rarely have dessert. Mostly family will look for sweet later in the evening, or not at all.

With that, yeah it’s a Monday. Good thing the post office should be open. Need to mail a letter in the time it is not raining too hard. Either that, or I will ask DH to go.

Your weather sounds atrocious.......those winds sound dreadful. We have dessert if I make ice cream or make something myself, I very rarely buy a specific dessert. And most nights we don‘t bother. Prefer a snack later.......

No post for us today with Holiday Monday.......

Good Monday morning all.

Easter Sunday was quiet for us, kid number 1 (the 11 year old) decided he just couldn't wait for his chocolate bunny and woke me up at 4 to see if he could go downstairs. Kid number 2 (turning 14 on Sunday) wisely did not wake me up when she got up at 6 to get her chocolate bunny.

We had a lovely dinner, for which I did not screw up the standing rib roast (only second time I've made it) and early to bed for me.

Back to the grind this morning, I need coffee.

We love Rib Roast and have it regularly.......I did worry about not doing it right first couple of times years ago, now I bung it in and don’t think about it.....beautiful meat though!! Glad you had a nice day though.......


Sun is trying to break through here......still cold. So no walks.

Coming up to week 4 of lockdown here. We are still on the ascent with deaths which is tragic. Medics are still appealing to folks to stay home and don’t mix with others unless you have an essential job or grocery shop.

Zoomed with a couple of friends today.....they‘re doing ok....I think everyone I know is actually fine.......and making the best of it without moaning.......

I speak a little German so may go online and buy one of those language courses to up the ability.......well, it’s something else to do. Been reading more and watching a lot of tv!!! Not too much to complain about........

Just been asked when dinner is.......er, another two hours away...so apparently it’s snack time for some......

 

[RAPstar]

I had a pleasant surprise when I checked my bank this morning, got my stimulus deposit. Guess who just paid the deposit for their September trip?! lol It's more planning than vacation, I'm 90% sure I'm gonna move to Orlando next year. I have some work bonuses happening this year that's going to make it possible, and my job is ending the end of the year anyway so I might as well try

 

[Sue M]

RAPstar & KStarfish, and everyone.

Charade it is interesting how different parts of the world handle holidays. We also have a 4 day weekend here with Good Friday and Easter Monday statutory holidays. Doesn’t make much of a difference this year as not much open!
Scary weather for you. Hopefully no downed trees crashed into houses.
We did a bit of a genealogy search here this fall on Mr side of family. It started when his cousin passed away and his widow sent on some very old family pics from 1800’s and I was curious who they were.

Bethanny love a standing rib dinner! Glad it turned out well!

Lynne, yep I did get back to sleep for a couple of hours!

The sun is out, I better get my day going, pick up my mask, and go to grocery store so I can get back to slow cook that ham bone for my soup.

 

[Sue M]

I had a pleasant surprise when I checked my bank this morning, got my stimulus deposit. Guess who just paid the deposit for their September trip?! lol It's more planning than vacation, I'm 90% sure I'm gonna move to Orlando next year. I have some work bonuses happening this year that's going to make it possible, and my job is ending the end of the year anyway so I might as well try

 

[schumigirl]

I had a pleasant surprise when I checked my bank this morning, got my stimulus deposit. Guess who just paid the deposit for their September trip?! lol It's more planning than vacation, I'm 90% sure I'm gonna move to Orlando next year. I have some work bonuses happening this year that's going to make it possible, and my job is ending the end of the year anyway so I might as well try

Hey stranger.......long time no see!!

When are you planning to go in September.......and congrats on the move to Orlando!! That’s some nice plans to make.......




Dinner was lovely......nice and spicy stir fry for me and they loved their fish and chips......

I had made some coconut ice cream.......it was lovely and very refreshing after the spicy dish!

Planning some movie or other tonight.....maybe Austin Powers, haven’t watched those two in a while......third one was rubbish so will give that one a miss.

But, tomorrow the weather has to be much nicer than today, so at least we’ll get up into the woods a walk.

Seems people were taking notice of the quarantine today and beaches and parks weren’t crammed with folks who have become known as Covidiots by the press.......very apt. Although it was cold today after a few glorious days........

Phone call to mum, then movies.........

 

[Lynne G]

Way to go RAPstar!

 

[Pumpkin1172]

Just stopping in for a very quick visit!

It sounds like everyone had a great Easter, even with the restrictions of isolation. It also sounds like some nasty weather was around some of you for the weekend. @Charade67 flooding and downed power lines. That is not fun. Hopefully everything is restored fairly fast.

The easter bunny did make an appearance this year again. The boys enjoyed their baskets of goodies. We enjoyed our turkey and all the trimmings on Saturday. I baked an apple pie to use up some apples that needed to be eaten. So it worked out good. A little flour, butter and a few other ingredients, and bang...a nice flaky crust and warm yummy apple pie for dessert! We have lots of left over turkey, We ate one portion yesterday as it was a fend for yourself day.

I mostly worked on my course work all weekend. I'm cheating at work, and working on some right now. Most of the papers on my desk are completed and filed away.

The sun is shinning and the snow is continuing to melt. We woke up Friday morning to a light dusting of snow, but the sun came out and blasted it away. It hasn't been incredibly war,m, but warm enough to melt the snow. So I'll take that!!!! I'm soaking up as much sunlight as I can!

Have a great day everyone!!!!

 

[Charade67]

Another lazy day although I did manage to finally get the bathroom clean. I need to get up and start moving around more. I am starting to become one with my recliner.

Dinner was a crock pot chicken casserole that I had never made before. It turned out pretty good. We had almost finished dinner when I realized that I forgot to add the bacon. Will have to remember next time.

Charade, thanks for sharing, LoL. This storm is nasty will all the rain and high winds. Glad it will be clear by tonight.

Hope you didn't get too much damage in your area.

Easter Sunday was quiet for us, kid number 1 (the 11 year old) decided he just couldn't wait for his chocolate bunny and woke me up at 4 to see if he could go downstairs. Kid number 2 (turning 14 on Sunday) wisely did not wake me up when she got up at 6 to get her chocolate bunny.

I didn't get any chocolate and now I'm regretting it. I hope the stores still have some Easter clearance chocolate when I go back.

I had a pleasant surprise when I checked my bank this morning, got my stimulus deposit.

Good to hear they are starting to arrive. I get a text message from my bank whenever a deposit is made. Hopefully I will see one soon.

The sun is out, I better get my day going, pick up my mask, and go to grocery store so I can get back to slow cook that ham bone for my soup.

I have been mask resistant for awhile, but now some stores are requiring them. I tried making a no sew mask, but it looks ridiculous. I'm trying to find someone local to make one for me.

folks who have become known as Covidiots by the press.

Covidiots - I love that word.

I was looking at my Facebook memories today. Exactly 1 year ago today I was at Universal for B's band trip.

 

[DisneyLifePapioNe]

Another lazy day although I did manage to finally get the bathroom clean. I need to get up and start moving around more. I am starting to become one with my recliner.

Dinner was a crock pot chicken casserole that I had never made before. It turned out pretty good. We had almost finished dinner when I realized that I forgot to add the bacon. Will have to remember next time.

Hope you didn't get too much damage in your area.

I didn't get any chocolate and now I'm regretting it. I hope the stores still have some Easter clearance chocolate when I go back.

Good to hear they are starting to arrive. I get a text message from my bank whenever a deposit is made. Hopefully I will see one soon.

I have been mask resistant for awhile, but now some stores are requiring them. I tried making a no sew mask, but it looks ridiculous. I'm trying to find someone local to make one for me.


Covidiots - I love that word.

I was looking at my Facebook memories today. Exactly 1 year ago today I was at Universal for B's band trip.

Bacon!!!!!

@RAPstar sounds like you have an exciting future to look forward to, save us a spot as we hope to be making the move in the next few years or sooner, I do look at homes often for sale, nothing I’ve been stuck on yet though and not 100% if it will be Orlando or Tampa area!?!!??!

Wife has gone to pickup Broccoli beef and Cashew chicken and crab Rangoons we will share as the portions are HUGE!

 

[Sue M]

Charade, this is the first day for me wearing mask. I can’t say I like it, I found it annoying and wanted to fidget with it. Just one more thing to get used to I’ll only wear it going into stores. I’m fortunate to live in a community that’s more like a small town. Volunteers were sewing them for free. I’m grateful to have one, even though I don’t enjoy wearing it lol! I picked a mint green one with dragonfly’s. They always remind me of my grandma.

I didn’t get any chocolate either. Maybe I’ll find some sugar free stuff. Ugh.
Forgot the Bacon? That’s almost a cus word here!
I got compliments on my ham soup so yay!

DisneyLife, I’ll be right over for some crab, yum.

Pumpkin your dinner sounds great. And warm apple pie, yum. We did Saturday too, since it was just us. Key Lime pie dessert. Feeling quite sorry for myself that I couldn’t eat any. Lol. Glad the Great White North is finally thawing.

 

[macraven]

What day is it? Who am I?

You sound like me...
Welcome back home!

 

[macraven]

lol.....Tom and I have both put on around 6lbs this last three weeks......

WOOT!!

I win...
I gained more weight than Schumi
Does this mean I get a free pie or cake?

I am becoming more like my cats.
Eat and sleep during the day, then prowl the house at night.
Lol
Jk
I’m about done reorganizing and getting rid of clutter in my house
And trying to devote 5 hours at a time in working with my genealogy
I have all the time in the world now to do so.

once the travel restrictions are infiorced I can stay at home and do the research uninterrupted

I read on some sites a person is to wear a mask when they leave the house
Unless I cam find something online to order I will
Be house bound

zero talent and not a clue what to make

on the bright side I might drop the pounds if I stay home
Haha

I need to get off now as I have a piece of cake in the fridge calling my name

later homies!

 

[Sue M]

Mac enjoy your cake and have some for me!

 

[schumigirl]

Charade...yes, Covidiots is a perfect word for those that think it`s ok to carry on and do what they like and meet who they like......press coined it, folks are using it all over.....glad you enjoyed your meal....love a good crockpot chicken dish......can`t go wrong.


DLPN yep...….just bacon!!!!


mac.....lol....that's an award I`m happy to lose!!!!! I`m making another apple crumble today so you can have a piece of that.....it`s lush.....although hope you enjoyed your cake......lol.....yeah, I think staying home is the issue......maybe, probably......I know we still have plenty of food including goodies at home......probably too much! We won`t starve......hope you get some sleep soon.....turning night into day isn't much fun!!!!




Got a call last night asking for some help. Our village is one of many organising deliveries of food and basics to vulnerable folks and other places. They are short of volunteers right now, so that`s what I`m doing this morning......we drive up to the community centre, stuff is loaded into our boot (trunk) we have already been emailed the addresses, then we drop the boxes outside folks doors and rapidly retreat......sounds alright.

We have hand sanitiser and anti bac wipes. So we can do it all with no contact with anyone whatsoever......got to do your bit where you can. I had offered to help where we could, but at first they were inundated with help, now folks are either self isolating or back at work themselves. Will be done for lunchtime. Looks beautiful outside.....

Yes, folks seem to be following rules again.....but weather is getting nicer again today so that may send the Covidiots out again. No one around here is even getting together for any reason......you walk with your immediate family and that`s it.....this spreads further than 6 feet......it seems to be a false security.

We have a lovely man who is 99 years old and survived Corona who has been in the news as he is trying to raise money for the NHS by walking his garden 100 times......adorable. He planned to raise half a million pounds as his aim, he`s gone past £800,000 as of this morning......what an absolute star he is. 99 years old. I never usually give to just giving unless I know them, but couldn't pass this gentleman by. He`ll reach a million pounds easily.

Cooking is definitely a focus right now.......I`m enjoying playing around with recipes and trying new things.....will try and get some flour today. One of us will pop into the village stores and see if they have any, we need bread anyway. Haven`t been out since Friday.

No idea for lunch, maybe grilled sandwiches as I have some turkey and Brie....oh need cranberry sauce........ I`ll make Kyle`s lunch when he comes out of the office, I am loving him working from home!!!!! I get to spoil him all day....well, when he`s on breaks.....

Dinner is roasted chicken thighs with pineapple and chilli glaze.....or if it`s still warm we`ll barbecue them outside.....maybe buttered potatoes in parcels, or spicy cous cous. But.....it`s never Taco Tuesday here......not a fan!!!

Have a wonderful Tuesday..........






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[Lynne G]

Aww, while Schumi is not a fan, I know Mac will be doing her Taco Bell run today. Hey, if I mention to kids, may be tacos for lunch today for sure. Eh, or else I can ask older one to make grilled cheese sandwiches as well, though with cheddar not Brie or other cheese. May have some ham with it, not sure what in the fridge. Pork chops for us for dinner. Yeah, and little one may have chicken. She is not fond of that other white meat.

Most of the damage was at the shore, though many tree debris and DH had to retrieve our trash cans that had blown down the road. And yay! They were empty, as our trash pick up is by 6:30, or 7. Most always done by 7:30. Why you will see the neighborhood having trash out on Sunday nights.

So, tea for me. While the storm is gone, rain still a chance today, and we are back to the 50’s, low 50’s. At least the sun is to make an appearance part of the day.

Happy Tuesday, have a terrific day.

And ooh apples being in sweet desserts. Yum. Ah yes, there is candy in our house, though Sue, I am sure there is still some left in the stores, and hope it is a good discount if you see some.

 

[macraven]

2 weeks ago, Mr Mac bought me 3 boxes of Little Debbie snacks

I have never cared for them but ate them all up because I just wanted something “small” to munch on.

I’m sending him back to the store for these lousy tasting treats today and having him pick up some zingers also.

I know I could bake a cake or cookies at home, but we would finish it off in a day and that’s not a good thing.

Trying to decide if I want to clean baseboards or ceiling fans today.

Stay safe homies!

 

[schumigirl]

Disney hotels all closed till July 31st according to Trip Advisor......


Universal hotels still showing closed till April 19th on there, that could change of course.