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

[mckennarose]

mrose, is your daughter happy she will do all her classes online?

Yes, very! Her advisor really helped out with her classes. The semester is divided into two blocks and we still not sure how the second block will go in October.

A shame but not unexpected IMO.

I'm glad they did it. The kids just weren't listening and from the grapevine, a lot were the sports teams getting together and having parties with each other. Now it escalated quickly and they have to get control.

Oh McK, think right thing to do, for DD.

I agree. The count last night was only 14 in dorms quarantining, and 67 quarantining in off campus housing like apartments, frats and sororities. Only 8 were commuters and they are isolating at home. Not hard to see where it is/was spreading.

The dorm kids have the option to stay and do classes online from their residence halls, or go home and get reimbursed the remaining balance. All clubs and organizations have to stop in person meetings and go 100% virtual. On campus facilities will be open for residents only.

 

[Realfoodfans]

Early to bed - old age is setting in I now have backache - well more like sciatica I think but painful! Don’t know how I’ve done it. Definitely need a sunshine holiday to rejuvenate.

I know early for you guys but we were talking about Florence Nightingale - as I have night lights all over the house and a torch at the back doors for watching Louie in the garden at night! Is she well known over with you as she is here? If not I’ll explain tomorrow but meanwhile I found a nightlight picture - she is known as the “lady with the lamp”.




Goodnight everyone x

 

[Lynne G]

Yes, I think most of us learned about her in school, Julie. Hope your back feels better, and Louie is snuggled up asleep. Have a good night’s sleep too, and most likely I will be saying Good Morning to you, even if my day off. Early riser most days.

And so, was a make your own dinner. Opened a can of baked beans, green beans and grilled some hotdogs. Only I ate. Left the rest for DH. Little one had a zap a meal, some pasta meal. Older one enjoyed his sushi. And then, dinner done, with nothing interesting on the screen. Sigh. Was a nice day, though.

Last tongue that I think we all are happy about:

 

[keishashadow]

What ya get when kids go grocery shopping. Cheese and sushi was today’s buys. Sigh.

Stomach lurched at Thot of raw fish and cheese rolled up together lol

she is known as the “lady with the lamp”.

Was surprised when jr skooled me she is Also highly regarded in statistical field for innovations in that area. All over my head but interesting non the less,m

 

[macraven]

I remember learning about Florence nightingale in school
She made an impact on sanitation changes in nursing.

Keisha did you skip school the day that was taught?
Jk

Well, it’s not many days until it’s September.
I need to increase my daily walks to be ready for the parks next month.

 

[Charade67]

I made the mistake of taking a nap when I got home, so I will probably be up half the night. At least I don't have to be anywhere tomorrow.

Charade, yeah for awhile my stores had no puzzles or a few I was not interested in, but lately, have seen much more stock, and I have to tell myself, finish what have first. Hope your work day goes faster. Mine is dragging too. Must be the nice weather. And we both may get some of Hurricane Laura this weekend. Hope it goes out to sea below where you live, so we both get nicer, rain free weekend days.

I'm down to my last puzzle. Dh thinks I shouldn't get anymore, but I think that's just because he's tired of them. I decided to do this last one by myself. We got a lot of rain tonight. I hope we don't get too much more this weekend, We really need to have our lawn mowed.

Currently sitting in the parking lot waiting for dd and just got the notice her University is going all online on Aug 31! The cases are raising too quickly.

That is so discouraging. Hope you daughter isn't too disappointed.

I make a list for Mr Mac for when he goes grocery shopping and he always gets what is on the list.
I added puzzles to it today and a few stores he might find them.

I look forward to seeing your puzzles.

our family’s spirit animal

I love the sloths. My spirit animal too.

Early to bed - old age is setting in I now have backache - well more like sciatica I think but painful! Don’t know how I’ve done it. Definitely need a sunshine holiday to rejuvenate.

Hope you get some relief soon.

Time for the nightlight.

 

[macraven]

It looks good upside down or right side up charade!

A real unique light for tonight.

 

[snowpack]

Unfortunately it also means I don't get paid.

That stinks. Not your fault there was no electricity. Hope you enjoyed the time tho.

@snowpack have you watched The Crown. If available you might like that. Another British one we like (as was on old series they’ve picked up on their lives) was Cold Feet.

Have not will have to check it out this weekend.

Always happy to share pics of Louie

Ahhhh, he is so sweet. Lots of love and cuddles I bet

Buy hey, you know the weather word of the day is? Yep, steamy

That definitely fit the day. It was just ick. Lots of storms right now. Tornados above and below us. Blessed they went around us, but prayers that hopefully there is minimal damage to those towns.

Fortunately it's not heading for me, but unfortunately it's still heading towards Texas and Louisiana, so my thoughts at with them at the moment.

Glad you are safe. Have not heard much about it since I have been home. We were without tv and internet for a good while after I got home and then local storms have been on the news.

Currently sitting in the parking lot waiting for dd and just got the notice her University is going all online on Aug 31! The cases are raising too quickly.

Not surprised. Oldest have friends still in college who after just a couple weeks have tested positive or are quarantined. He says you cant expect them to be at school and not go to a part.

Early to bed - old age is setting in I now have backache - well more like sciatica I think but painful

Ouch hope it subsides.

We got a lot of rain tonight. I hope we don't get too much more this weekend, We really need to have our lawn mowed.

I was thinking that it would be nice to have a rainy day in on Sat, but like you, the lawn needs to get cut.

Spent the night on the phone with verizon trying to figure out why our data on our phones was so slow. Not sure we fixed it, but have been thinking about changing carriers for a bit now. Xfinity on the other hand may go to the curb. TV apparently only works when connected to the internet even tho the cable directly connects to the boxes. Could not speak with an agent, the only option was to chat and I had no internet. Bad customer service I cannot stand. If I can find a better option for internet, cutting the cord will be on my list.

Nothing planned for the weekend, and I kind of like it. Would like to be industrious and reorganize the kitchen, but I think not sure I can get it done over the weekend.

 

[Charade67]

Still awake. I worked on my puzzle for awhile. I have a little less that 1/4 to finish, but it's the hardest part. This last section is pretty much all the same color.

Tonight's light was inspired by the movie Tangled. I think the video is right side up.

 

[schumigirl]

Quick pop in to wish our favourite little San Granddaughter of Keisha’s a Very Happy Birthday........

Hope she has a lovely day Janet.......










Haven‘t caught up on posts.......been so busy this trip.

But, having so much fun with family and friends. Haven’t done a lot of touring around, except to Loch Lomond one day.

Weather is mixed......had beautiful sunshine, torrential rain, high winds, sunshine, more rain, more sunshine with some grey and some blue skies........and as is the rule in Scotland......some of it all in an hour!! Have taken some pictures though. Even some food pictures.......

Heading down to hotel restaurant now for breakfast......best bacon in the world here.......

Have a great Friday.........

 

[Realfoodfans]

@schumigirl ahhhhhh hotel breakfasts - now a vague memory of a time long ago! Glad you’re enjoying your trip.

Yes @keishashadow as time has gone on Florence is recognised for her statistic work - was never mentioned when I was little - perhaps more now as women are “allowed” to be educated.

@snowpack i would find power outages so annoying but still plenty in certain areas around us - more the little villages in the hills but don’t last long.

I still have back pain but have to go into town this morning. Have errands I can only do there. Haven’t suffered for a long time with it but when I was working made use of the onsite medical centre for heat treatments which always helped. Thought to be from a big car crash I had in my twenties when I ended up crushed between a wall and a milk tanker on a narrow country lane. I was trapped and the roof was crushed to the top of the seats. Had to be cut out by firemen.

Time for another coffee!

 

[Lynne G]

Good Morning Julie and Schumi.

Yay, a live report from Schumi. Very happy for you that you are having a joyful time. And you always have me at bacon. LoL

Julie, hope you get time to put heat on your back. Scary crash, and I am sorry it still creates pain now. While not the same, I threw my back out carrying packages years ago. My back reminds me of that every so often, more when I sit for hours. I like to lay in a warm bath when it aches. They have those icy hot pads that you can stick on you, but they never seem to work well for me. I take medicine and try to stretch.

And so, two reasons to celebrate, Keisha’s GD’s birthday, and she has it on a Friday! Double yay! So to GD.

And, so:


Yep, get that Friday feeling, and cheer, the birthday party continues into the weekend, as another GD has her 19th birthday tomorrow!

Either way, enjoy your fabulous Friday, and yeah,
Haha, maybe a waffle, for me.

ooh that tea cup needs a refill.

And yes, I think SW said no middle seats until at least October, for Snow? I think asked.

And Snow that stinks about your internet connection, and glad to hear you are safe with hearing tornadoes were around you.

 

[CharliK]

Just came across this thread and it feels like my kind of place, a place for coffee and chats.

I have started journaling - does anybody else here do this? It's not like a diary where I complain about my parents or my day, it's more like a notepad for my positive thoughts and musings! I have a prompt each day too which helps me focus on something to say. I have to say dedicating half an hour of my evening to it has really helped. Plus I love doodling, so any excuse!

I haven't been sleeping too well either recently, too much uncertainty on when I will find a job again making me restless. I keep telling myself something will come up now the UK is opening back up but so far, no luck.

I also was supposed to be in florida right now. I was in florida this time 2 years ago so the past week has been hard. I was really looking forward to my second solo trip and I feel pained not being there, and seeing my happy florida face all over my facebook memories has been sad.

On the upside I've been planning my autumnal drinks to order - peppermint hot chocolate and gingerbread coffee... my two favourite to go barista drinks that I will now be able to have at home all autumn/winter. Get in!

How are all of you diddly doing this lovely Friday morning?

 

[macraven]

to charliK.

don’t be a stranger and stay with us to play!

we are a fun group that talks about everything!

welcome to your new home on the Dis

 

[macraven]

For Lily!

Keisha’s mini me granddaughter

 

[Lynne G]

Welcome, welcome Char. We are a chatty bunch. Ah, another homie that I can say good morning to you, when it is very early morning for me, and the morning is almost over for you. And a coffee drinker. As you can tell, tea is my favorite drink, though I do drink coffee at times. I am sorry to hear your cancelled trips. Hopefully, you can get away in the next year. So uncertain times.

Ah, nothing like hearing the AC and having sunlight streaming through my windows. I love the heat! Another steamy day, with those warnings of thunderstorms on my phone in the evening hours. Last night’s expired, with no rain in sight.

And follow on, it’s a Friday. Woot!

 

[CharliK]

Welcome, welcome Char. We are a chatty bunch. Ah, another homie that I can say good morning to you, when it is very early morning for me, and the morning is almost over for you. And a coffee drinker. As you can tell, tea is my favorite drink, though I do drink coffee at times. I am sorry to hear your cancelled trips. Hopefully, you can get away in the next year. So uncertain times.

I don't know why I mentioned coffee to be honest, I'm british and my blood is probably 80% tea. Currently enjoying a cup of the stuff in my main attraction peter pan mug from shop disney.

Here is hoping. I'm now aiming for a November 2021 trip depending on resorts, dining plans and festivals. It is currently almost 2pm here so my morning has vanished already.

Ah, nothing like hearing the AC and having sunlight streaming through my windows. I love the heat! Another steamy day, with those warnings of thunderstorms on my phone in the evening hours. Last night’s expired, with no rain in sight.

And follow on, it’s a Friday. Woot!

We had that here very recently, huge heatwave for days and every day they said 80% chance of rain, yet for a week there wasn't a drop. Temperatures have dropped now and we have had a small bought of rain every day for three or four days now. Our reservoirs are very grateful!

 

[macraven]

The only caffeine I do now is chocolate
I don’t understand how something that tastes so good is bad thing to eat

 

[keishashadow]

Hey all! Thanks for the BD wishes for the lil

Fry-day maybe here today. Have been trying to avoid fried food. It’s prob been a month since any French fries. May just indulge lol

remember learning about Florence nightingale in school
She made an impact on sanitation changes in nursing.

Yep, an icon indeed

Keisha did you skip school the day that was taught?

Same stuff trotted out every year in primary school. Probably did zone out after first few years of repetitive stuff lol
Carole glad ur having a great time ! Haven’t thot of that song in ages, one my mom would sing me to sleep each night. Yes, bagpipes are highly regarded in my family

Yes @keishashadow as time has gone on Florence is recognised for her statistic work - was never mentioned when I was little - perhaps more now as women are “allowed” to be educated.

Seriously sad it took so long

Thought to be from a big car crash I had in my twenties when I ended up crushed between a wall and a milk tanker on a narrow country lane. I was trapped and the roof was crushed to the top of the seats. Had to be cut out by firemen.

OMG lucky to be alive!

have started journaling - does anybody else here do this? It's not like a diary where I complain about my parents or my day, it's more like a notepad for my positive thoughts and musings! I have a prompt each day too which helps me focus on something to say. I have to say dedicating half an hour of my evening to it has really helped. Plus I love doodling, so any excuse!

A positive mental affirmation every day sort of thing for me Some days are decidedly more difficult lol

welcome to the rag-tag band of red-headed step children.

The only caffeine I do now is chocolate
I don’t understand how something that takes so good is bad thing to eat

Hard to imagine, I remember how many kcups you’d go thru at Loews lol Down to a very large mug or 2 a day. Then iced tea, once weather cools a hot mug of it isn’t far away for me

 

[Disxuni]

Hey, @CharliK and glad to see you've joined us!



@Lynne G I'm more of an AC lover than a heat lover, but I'm biased. It sounds like you're having a great time @schumigirl!

@macraven I'm the same way. I will admit I enjoy a frappe from time to time, but other than that I don't drink coffee. As for Ren and Stimpy I definitely know what you're talking about. I grew up with them! My mom hated the show and thought it was disgusting.

@snowpack Glad you're safe yourself! Usually when we're out of power/internet, we're out for about a week, maybe a little longer. So definitely glad to hear that you seem okay.

@Charade67 That sounds amazing and exciting. Also, bonus is you got to be at Universal before IOA was added. I wish I could have seen that. I've always been fascinated by the history of theme parks and always wished I could have seen it for myself, but luckily we at least have photographs and if lucky, also video.

@keishashadow I see a lot of memes about it. Around the beginning of everything I weighed myself and I was like, I think I need to make a change. So, I've been basically doing the opposite. I realized I couldn't afford to gain "corona weight", but some people I think can.

People have been asking for a secret, but there isn't much. I work out every day (I've only missed a couple of days since I started towards the end of March) to Jane Fonda and eat all the things I wish, but essentially don't go crazy. I think the only drastic change is that I rarely drink soda (don't wanna cut myself off completely) and rarely indulge in sweets (I never had a big sweet tooth in the first place which helps).

Overall people have been positive, I've only had a couple of people who wanted to put their 2 cents in on terms of dieting. I've always told myself if I ever got to the point I'd do something like this I'd never "diet". I love the foods that I love and I do not think a lot of people realize (or think about) how much of a lifestyle change it is and how certain diets can heavily affect your health (there are pros and cons to a lot of certain diets) and also have repercussions if you do not stick to it.

For me, I think baby steps work. That's how I've done my education as well and I'm almost graduating with very good grades. Where as before when I was taking multiple courses at once I had poor grades and wasn't close. So for me, I'm definitely a slow and steady wins the race. I'd rather be the turtle than the rabbit.