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

Me! Me! I just checked - I have 129 days until Disney.
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I ordered the mr ‘the child’ magicband that finally was received. Just ordered a DVC 30th anniversary tshirt, up to this point the newer logos were ugly imo. Also, grabbed the Tackiest all over Stitch hoodie. :rolleyes1

Best of luck to that young man!
the lady who has to choose the next one wants to choose a Dostoevsky.......she has till Friday to make up her mind.....crikey, I hope not they`re not known for being a bundle of fun! Least it wasn`t Tolstoy`s War and peace!
:crazy2: That sounds a bit Too much like worK
 
Good thoughts to that guy, Charade. At least now they have a plan to help him. I hate being on hold.

Eh, like a sad movie, do not like to read a sad book either. If it takes too long to get into the story, not a fan of that book anymore, and would have trouble finishing it. Hope a better choice for all, Schumi.

Ack, DisneyLife, I am glad you are recovering. Scary symptoms, as thought you were a pretty fit guy. Saw the Marci Gras info just put out. Sounds like fun, even if modified. Safe travels on Saturday.

And so, with 4 adults in the house, not much leftovers, if at all. Dinner was late, as all snacked the afternoon away. Had to get gas and go to lawn stock store, to buy some parts to our fence. While we replaced most of the panels over the summer, the swing door is kinda wonky, and worn out. So new hardware and wood bought. Since the next two days will be dry, and the warmest we will have had lately, 50’s, we will replace either tomorrow or Friday. Our weather will be a stretch of 10 days of dry until Friday night. Then the temps will drop 10 degrees and rain and snow showers in the overnight and to end Saturday morning. Fine with me, will enjoy my off day Friday, and no need to go out on a Friday night. Well, kids may ask for pizza or other for dinner. So, may do a food pick up Friday night. Or, they will do that food run.

Now enjoying a cup of tea. Peaceful night. All are screen viewing, and both kids are yapping with their online friends. Little one is louder than older one. And DH always ups the volume. I try to be in the furthest away room.

Have a most pleasant evening and a very sound, good sleep.
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Good evening everyone!

Taking a break from school work to say hello. I quickly skimmed the last few pages and I am so sorry to see some of you affected by COVID and other health issues.

Lucas (4) has been all remote this week because there are so many staff quarantined, they do not have the staffing to open. I hope things get better by Monday.

Chris had to have a filling put in today. He took it like a champ...even the Novocain!

I get my first dose of the COVID vaccine on Saturday!! So sad...the last two exciting things that have happened in the past 48 hours have been looking forward to a shot and a new mini fridge in my office. This pandemic really needs to end!

Well back to Amazon...Charlie's 3rd birthday is on Saturday and I have no clue what to get him.

Have a nice night!
 
I just got news I was hoping not to hear. The son of one of our therapists has been diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. He’s 22 years old. I just did a quick search and it looks like this is very treatable especially when detected early. I know Amy is worried, but also relieved to finally have a diagnosis so they can move forward.


I was on hold almost an hour just to get through to a representative, and then it took her over an hour to work on my problem. Hopefully it will get resolved this time. It’s the third time I’ve called about the same problem.

Good question about the flu vaccine. I already got one weeks ago. I’ll try to remember to ask when I get my Covid vaccine tomorrow.

Best wishes to the young man Charade.....I hope it is indeed treatable and he makes a full recovery. And yes, having a diagnosis is always a positive in moving forward.

Oh that is soul destroying.....waiting for someone to answer is frustrating to say the least.

Good luck with the jab today........



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I ordered the mr ‘the child’ magicband that finally was received. Just ordered a DVC 30th anniversary tshirt, up to this point the newer logos were ugly imo. Also, grabbed the Tackiest all over Stitch hoodie. :rolleyes1

Best of luck to that young man!

:crazy2: That sounds a bit Too much like worK


It does doesn`t it. I had to read one of his books when I was doing my English Lit degree......I can say I read it, not sure about enjoying it though. She wants to choose rather appropriately, The Idiot.

Would love to see a tacky stitch hoodie........lol......



Good thoughts to that guy, Charade. At least now they have a plan to help him. I hate being on hold.

Eh, like a sad movie, do not like to read a sad book either. If it takes too long to get into the story, not a fan of that book anymore, and would have trouble finishing it. Hope a better choice for all, Schumi.

And so, with 4 adults in the house, not much leftovers, if at all. Dinner was late, as all snacked the afternoon away. Had to get gas and go to lawn stock store, to buy some parts to our fence. While we replaced most of the panels over the summer, the swing door is kinda wonky, and worn out. So new hardware and wood bought. Since the next two days will be dry, and the warmest we will have had lately, 50’s, we will replace either tomorrow or Friday. Our weather will be a stretch of 10 days of dry until Friday night. Then the temps will drop 10 degrees and rain and snow showers in the overnight and to end Saturday morning. Fine with me, will enjoy my off day Friday, and no need to go out on a Friday night. Well, kids may ask for pizza or other for dinner. So, may do a food pick up Friday night. Or, they will do that food run.

lol...yes, something lighter would be nice, I know all the other ladies want a bit of light reading. The rules have always been if four veto, they have to choose something else, so I think this may get a veto......

Sounds like some colder weather heading your way Lynne.....our promised snow has not transpired......rain, we have cold rain.



Good evening everyone!

Taking a break from school work to say hello. I quickly skimmed the last few pages and I am so sorry to see some of you affected by COVID and other health issues.

Lucas (4) has been all remote this week because there are so many staff quarantined, they do not have the staffing to open. I hope things get better by Monday.

Chris had to have a filling put in today. He took it like a champ...even the Novocain!

I get my first dose of the COVID vaccine on Saturday!! So sad...the last two exciting things that have happened in the past 48 hours have been looking forward to a shot and a new mini fridge in my office. This pandemic really needs to end!

Well back to Amazon...Charlie's 3rd birthday is on Saturday and I have no clue what to get him.

Have a nice night!

Glad to hear you got the vaccine and bless little Chris with a filling. And happy new office fridge........and a happy birthday to Charlie on Saturday....hope it`s a lovely day for him........






I want to wish my wonderful son Kyle a very happy Birthday today..........it honestly doesn`t seem 5 minutes since I had him and he has turned into an adult that we are so incredibly proud of and adore every second spent with him.

He has the best of both of us I think and we couldn`t love him more......like all parents of course. I always call him my proudest achievement and he really is....❤

I think lots of chocolate cake will be enjoyed today by him today.......:cake:




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And a very :bday: to Julie`s daughter........hope she has a lovely day too.





Rain here this morning.......expecting our grocery delivery in a couple of hours, and only one item not available which is alright, we can do without it. As long as most items are there I`m ok with that.

Hope everyone has a fabulous Thursday..........





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Happy birthday to Kyle Carole and thank you for Em’s birthday wishes. Goodness how can I have a 40 year old! So far cake, balloons and flowers have been delivered and apparently more to come as of course no visitors. Party tea for the children later.

Charade sending prayers and positive thoughts for that young man and his family.

I am definitely improving but unfortunately passed out yesterday afternoon. Blood pressure must have dropped very quickly. I had a few dizzy spells through the day and then was doing laundry and next thing was on the floor. So today more coffee, more water and being careful.

Our snow has not arrived but freezing rain.

Just seen in the news LA a massive surge in cases and surrounding area and Disneyland being used as a centre.

So all jobs done and now lamps and candles lit as so gloomy here and L is doing lessons in the kitchen so we are going to sit in the living room and find something to watch for a while.

Thursday already nearly another week done x
 
Birthdays! Woot!

Happy Birthday to Em!

Happy Birthday to Kyle!

May you both have a great birthday. Woot, for lots of presents, tea party and chocolate cake! Yay!

Oh no Julie, so sorry to hear you passed out yesterday. I am glad you were not hurt when you fell. Sending lots of well wishes mummy dust. Take it easy. Recovery should take longer than you think, sometimes. Hope you enjoyed that cup of coffee. And give Louie a pet for me. Hope Louie is resting near you, and you are relaxing before some lunch.

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Ah yes, and part of good health includes keeping hydrated. Fitting it is a Thirsty Thursday.

Doing my part. 30F degrees out, and hot tea is in my cup. That not having to take my breakfast with me, can wander into the kitchen. Yep, time for some food.

So homies:
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Good morning. I am up way too early. I don't know what I was thinking when I scheduled the vaccine for 8:15 this morning.

I ordered the mr ‘the child’ magicband that finally was received. Just ordered a DVC 30th anniversary tshirt, up to this point the newer logos were ugly imo. Also, grabbed the Tackiest all over Stitch hoodie.
We are all going MCU themed with our magic bands. I have my eye on a "the child" shirt. I'm not sure when I will purchase it though. I am hoping to drop a few pounds before our vacation. I would love to see the Stitch hoodie.

I get my first dose of the COVID vaccine on Saturday!! So sad...the last two exciting things that have happened in the past 48 hours have been looking forward to a shot and a new mini fridge in my office. This pandemic really needs to end!
I will join you in having a sad life. I am actually looking forward to runni
I want to wish my wonderful son Kyle a very happy Birthday today..
Happy birthday Kyle!

Is that cake picture the cake you made for him?

I am definitely improving but unfortunately passed out yesterday afternoon. Blood pressure must have dropped very quickly. I had a few dizzy spells through the day and then was doing laundry and next thing was on the floor. So today more coffee, more water and being careful.
Please take care. Sending more well wishes your way.

Time for some breakfast.
 
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Hope no reactions, Charade. Fast, nice. Based on what my county said who could get now, I am not any of the types. So, will be awhile before offered to me. DH is on a list, so I guess he will be the first of us.

Kfish, glad to see ya back. Yeah back to school time. Most here are still teaching virtually. Hope you do get that little refrigerator. Hugs, a house full and teaching.

Breakfast over, laptop keeps tossing itself off the connection to my network. Grr. Seems it has done this third morning if it happening. May put a help ticket to my IT people if it dies it next week.
 
Good morning Sans family :wave2:

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Depressing news here lockdown may be extended

Sorry to hear that. Last year was hard now this year is starting out rough too. The new strain of Covid is not helping the situation either.


I love a nap in winter,

I really enjoy a good nap on a dark and dreary day.


And yes, hope it heats up a bit for you now you`re back. It has looked a little cool. I hope everyone in your family are doing well......:wave2:

:wave: Good morning Schumi we are all well thank you. Hope everyone is well in your family.

It’s good to be back in Florida. Sadly we have had more cool and sunless days since we got here, but things look a little brighter this morning.

Good Morning Robo. Glad to hear you made it down safely. Has been cool in some parts of Fla lately. Yep, tea is good. Hope you are enjoying some coffee in the HHN mug.

Yes, it has been cooler here. Lots of cloud cover too past few days. Even if it’s in the low 60’s if the sun is full out it is very warm. Without the sun it is cooler at that temp for sure.


Yes. Felt bad for her tho. They hit a deer yesterday on way to day 2 of the meet, windshield bad enough they wound up picking it out of her hair. She saw the deer die in ugly fashion.

So sorry to hear about the accident. Glad to hear your daughter in law and granddaughter are ok. Getting grandma hugs and care for the week will help her a lot for sure.


Robo, bet you are glad to be out of the car... such a long drive for you for your destination.
No more snow for you!

Hey Mac :wave2: ......I don’t mind road trips, but was glad for sure to get here and thankful no issues along the way.

No snow is a big bonus.

Hope you and your family are well.

An entire department at the mr’s work is shut down due to infection. Feel bad for the office peeps who have been sent out onto the floor & have been told “to make steel”

Wow....that is rough for everyone when it’s spreads through a plant like that.


Then yesterday afternoon oldest Alysa called in tears- had been having severe stomach pain for 3 hours at that point. Finally talked her into at least scheduling a telehealth visit - but she waited until AFTER her lab she was teaching! Short version- she ended up with a laparoscopic appendectomy last night, Due to time difference it was 2 am here before we heard she was out of surgery and ok. She didn’t get released until an hour ago as she was nauseated with food and her blood pressure wouldn’t stay up in good enough range for them to be comfortable releasing her

Sorry to hear of your daughters emergency surgery. Sending lot of prayers and good wishes for her that she heals quickly.


DS to check for me at the sorting office and of course there was a stack of mail including the two cards. He doesn’t know why it’s not come out but he dropped it off for me. Just happy to have them.

Glad to hear you have your mail. Our mail system has been a mess since before Thanksgiving.


the low energy was very bad as was my temp and the bone crushing aches, my oxygen levels were low temp was high but Dr still said if I can breathe then I’m not to go to hospital, I regularly sleep on my side and stomach and that was one thing they wanted me to be sure to do, I had shortness of breath but I feel that was along the lines of severe exhaustion, couldn’t hardly go to the restroom without feeling winded, I had 5 days that are just a haze to me, I lost 21 lbs along with taste and smell but that has come back for the most part, I’m pretty sure I’m putting some of the weight back on but not much.

Sorry to hear you and your family have been ill with Covid. It also sounds like you had just about every bad symptom. Glad to hear you are on the mend. Sending continued get well wishes to you and your family.


I just got news I was hoping not to hear. The son of one of our therapists has been diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. He’s 22 years old. I just did a quick search and it looks like this is very treatable especially when detected early. I know Amy is worried, but also relieved to finally have a diagnosis so they can move forward.

They are able to treat various forms of cancers better now with all the new treatments available. Wishing him well and sending lots of prayers his way.

Taking a break from school work to say hello. I quickly skimmed the last few pages and I am so sorry to see some of you affected by COVID and other health issues.

Thank you for all you are doing for your students. Teachers are awesome.


Well back to Amazon...Charlie's 3rd birthday is on Saturday and I have no clue what to get him.

Happy early birthday to your little Charlie.

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Em’s birthday wishes. Goodness how can I have a 40 year old! So far cake, balloons and flowers have been delivered and apparently more to come as of course no visitors. Party tea for the children later.

Happy Birthday to Em

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I am definitely improving but unfortunately passed out yesterday afternoon. Blood pressure must have dropped very quickly. I had a few dizzy spells through the day and then was doing laundry and next thing was on the floor. So today more coffee, more water and being careful.

I hope you feel better soon. If you have anymore dizziness I would let the doc know. Since the dizzy spell foreshadowed you passing out make sure to sit down if you feel it coming on again. If outside get to the ground and sit. Sadly head injuries from the fall when passing out are dangerous. I increased fluid intake will help if your volume depleted.

Happy birthday to Schumi’s son Kyle

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Well the sun is peeking out a little today. Having my coffee this morning looking at the palm trees in the back yard. We are only supposed to get up to 64 today. Weather is predicted to be up and down it appears for a little while.

Have noticed some people here being less cautious of required precautions. I go to store very early in the morning as few are out at that time. I noticed a few people in the store with no masks and employees not enforcing it even though it is posted on the door that masks are required.

Florida has started a system that if you download some kind of vaccine alert app to your phone they will send out a message that they have a certain amount of the vaccine available on a certain date and you can go online and try and get a spot for the vaccine according to neighbors........you have to be over the age of 65 and a Florida resident. They are allowing Canadians who own homes here to get it too.

Sadly none of the neighbors have been able to actually get one of the coveted spots for the vaccine. They said when they log on at the required time they can not get past the calendar stage and they are locked out.

The neighbor down the street said this last alert said they had 5,000 vaccines to give and were gong to do it at the fair grounds. That is crazy. Why would you even try and get that many people together. They just need to send these vaccines out to hospitals to set up contained drive through areas to administer the vaccines to people in their car. Put your arm out the window and the Nurses in full PPE can inject you and off you go.

I’am not over 65 and honestly I’am not all to quick to want to roll my sleeve for this vaccine just yet.

Frontline healthcare workers, the aged and those that have at risk health issues should be first in line to receive it if they want it.

Well just like that the cloud cover has moved off the sun is shinning and the sky is blue.

I’am going out in the yard for a little while.


Have a great Thursday everyone.
 
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Monica oh no! Sorry to hear about Alysa. Silly girl for waiting. She’s lucky they didn’t burst. Glad she’s ok now. What an ordeal.
Did you like Anjitos? We ate there last year and couldn’t understand what all the fuss was about for that place. We love Mexican food but didn’t like theirs.
We loved the Italian place! Poor dog, glad he’s better!

Bobbie things seem to be moving right along for you!

Robo glad to hear you made it down ok. I don’t think I could drive thru the night. Afraid I’d fall asleep at the wheel.

Ack! All this talk about deers! Scary to hit one, they really can cause so much damage. And I know I’d be traumatized! My daughter (youngest) was driving to the interior during rutting season and a male ran out and tried ramming her car! Left a big dent in fender above wheel well.

DisneyLife so jealous of your trip and stay at YC. We haven’t been since new rooms. I hear they’re nice. Out of the Epcot resorts YC is our fav. We have CBR booked for Aug, I want to try Skyliner but thinking about changing to YC. Or maybe a split stay.

Charade wow! Caspian is lucky he didn’t hurt himself with crashing into window! Yay for getting vaccinated!

Schumi I’ve not heard of Sweet potato casserole with cream cheese? But sounds interesting. I make one during the holidays with pineapple and a crumb topping similar to what you’d put on pie. The original family recipe called for toasted marshmallow topping but husband hates marshmallow s so .....

Mac we’re months away from lawn mowing here! And the ground is super saturated from all the non stop rain.

Lynn, good plan having a house in Florida and keeping your home. Best of both worlds. I could have kept my moms condo in Ft Lauderdale for a second home, but husband hates Florida, too hot and humid for him. I tried to explain that winter isn’t bad but I made the mistake of bringing him once in summer and that was it for him! I’ll never get him back! Plus owning in a different country for us is a little tricky. And I’d prefer not to have to deal with IRS! Lol. I think if I ever could talk himself into a winter in Florida I’d prefer to just rent a place for a month or 2.

Well the rain finally stopped for a few days. Big wind storm 2 nights ago. Blew away all the rain. Looks like Washington state got the wind too. Thankfully my area didn’t loose power but lots of areas did, trees down etc.
Yesterday was breezy but sunny. Youngest has the week off work so we met up for a walk along the Fraser River. The river was really running fast. And high from all the rain. We had to take separate cars due to Covid regulations . Can’t ride in car with people from different households. We had a lovely morning.
Today is supposed to be sunny too. May take a walk around the inlet. Make the most of the sun, by the weekend we’re back to the regular scheduled program.

Almost caught up. Not quite.
 
One day closer to putting this week to bed, yea!

Carole - you done good :). Hope your boy has a lovely day
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Just seen in the news LA a massive surge in cases and surrounding area and Disneyland being used as a centre.
Their south parking lot, a safe distance removed from actual park area.

They’ve been in absolute dire straights for quite some time. The projections came to fruition, still so sad to see. My youngest DS works in medical field, the hospitals he deals with there, especially in LA area (Anaheim & Santa Anna especially) are being described as war zones by his field reps.

Happy BD to your DD. A tea sounds charming.

might want to check with your dr, caffeine usually something you are told to avoid when experiencing fainting symptoms.

I would love to see the Stitch hoodie.
Ok, you guys asked for it :). I mean, come on...stitch and pineapples & with discounts almost 2/3rds off...couldn’t resist LOL. Bonus points I can wear in parks to embarrass my family = priceless


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Curious, sounds Iike your vaccine (you, go girl!) was given outside of work. What system are they using there...drugstore or clinic of some sort?
Florida has started a system that if you download some kind of vaccine alert app to your phone they will send out a message that they have a certain amount of the vaccine available on a certain date and you can go online and try and get a spot for the vaccine according to neighbors........you have to be over the age of 65 and a Florida resident. They are allowing Canadians who own homes here to get it too.
At least they have some sort of system on paper. Better than many other places that are still tossing darts at the wall. It’s a shame that so many people are scared & frustrated, there & elsewhere, trying to secure it. Truly, it will be a life or death situation for many with co-morbidity issues.

With all respect, It does surprise me to hear of those, especially health care workers, that aren’t fully on board. Of course, most lay people don’t have the same shared experience(s) to draw upon when forming their decisions. I don’t even want to think about the horrors our health care providers have seen

Luckily, we all still have the right to choose what goes into our bodies. On a positive note, perhaps, via those declining; it will allow those who want to partake to get their vacccine sooner. Here’s to a happy every after to us all. :)
 
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Happy birthday to Kyle Carole and thank you for Em’s birthday wishes.

Charade sending prayers and positive thoughts for that young man and his family.

I am definitely improving but unfortunately passed out yesterday afternoon. Blood pressure must have dropped very quickly. I had a few dizzy spells through the day and then was doing laundry and next thing was on the floor. So today more coffee, more water and being careful.

Thank you for the birthday wishes.....hope you all have a lovely day.


Birthdays! Woot!

Happy Birthday to Em!

Happy Birthday to Kyle!

May you both have a great birthday. Woot, for lots of presents, tea party and chocolate cake! Yay!


Thanks Lynne.....yes they`ll enjoy lots of chocolate cake today......that`s what Kyle had for lunch.....


Good morning. I am up way too early. I don't know what I was thinking when I scheduled the vaccine for 8:15 this morning.

We are all going MCU themed with our magic bands. I have my eye on a "the child" shirt. I'm not sure when I will purchase it though. I am hoping to drop a few pounds before our vacation. I would love to see the Stitch hoodie.

I will join you in having a sad life. I am actually looking forward to runni

Happy birthday Kyle!

Is that cake picture the cake you made for him?

Please take care. Sending more well wishes your way.

Time for some breakfast.

Thanks Charade......no, that`s a Google picture.....my flourless chocolate cakes are quite flat, about 2 inches high and very dense....like pure ganache........

Hope you feel ok after the vaccine.


Good morning Sans family :wave2:


I really enjoy a good nap on a dark and dreary day.

:wave: Good morning Schumi we are all well thank you. Hope everyone is well in your family.

It’s good to be back in Florida. Sadly we have had more cool and sunless days since we got here, but things look a little brighter this morning.


Happy birthday to Schumi’s son Kyle



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Well the sun is peeking out a little today. Having my coffee this morning looking at the palm trees in the back yard. We are only supposed to get up to 64 today. Weather is predicted to be up and down it appears for a little while.

Have noticed some people here being less cautious of required precautions. I go to store very early in the morning as few are out at that time. I noticed a few people in the store with no masks and employees not enforcing it even though it is posted on the door that masks are required.

Florida has started a system that if you download some kind of vaccine alert app to your phone they will send out a message that they have a certain amount of the vaccine available on a certain date and you can go online and try and get a spot for the vaccine according to neighbors........you have to be over the age of 65 and a Florida resident. They are allowing Canadians who own homes here to get it too.

Sadly none of the neighbors have been able to actually get one of the coveted spots for the vaccine. They said when they log on at the required time they can not get past the calendar stage and they are locked out.

The neighbor down the street said this last alert said they had 5,000 vaccines to give and were gong to do it at the fair grounds. That is crazy. Why would you even try and get that many people together. They just need to send these vaccines out to hospitals to set up contained drive through areas to administer the vaccines to people in their car. Put your arm out the window and the Nurses in full PPE can inject you and off you go.

I’am not over 65 and honestly I’am not all to quick to want to roll my sleeve for this vaccine just yet.

Frontline healthcare workers, the aged and those that have at risk health issues should be first in line to receive it if they want it.

Well just like that the cloud cover has moved off the sun is shinning and the sky is blue.

I’am going out in the yard for a little while.


Have a great Thursday everyone.


Thanks Robo......for the good wishes and birthday wishes too.....we`re all doing good thanks. Hope you are too.....yes, glad you`re back in Florida, you`ll be in the warmer weather before you know it.



Schumi I’ve not heard of Sweet potato casserole with cream cheese? But sounds interesting. I make one during the holidays with pineapple and a crumb topping similar to what you’d put on pie. The original family recipe called for toasted marshmallow topping but husband hates marshmallow s so .....

Well the rain finally stopped for a few days. Big wind storm 2 nights ago. Blew away all the rain. Looks like Washington state got the wind too. Thankfully my area didn’t loose power but lots of areas did, trees down etc.
Yesterday was breezy but sunny. Youngest has the week off work so we met up for a walk along the Fraser River. The river was really running fast. And high from all the rain. We had to take separate cars due to Covid regulations . Can’t ride in car with people from different households. We had a lovely morning.
Today is supposed to be sunny too. May take a walk around the inlet. Make the most of the sun, by the weekend we’re back to the regular scheduled program.

Almost caught up. Not quite.

Two separate dishes Sue, It was a sweet potato casserole and a different side of jalapenos stuffed with cream cheese......delicious and very spicy.

We`ve had so much rain here too. Our land is completely saturated and goodness knows when it`ll dry out. Mowing will be months away yet.......



One day closer to putting this week to bed, yea!

Carole - you done good :). Hope your boy has a lovely day
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Their south parking lot, a safe distance removed from actual park area.

They’ve been in absolute dire straights for quite some time. The projections came to fruition, still so sad to see. My youngest DS works in medical field, the hospitals he deals with there, especially in LA area (Anaheim & Santa Anna especially) are being described as war zones by his field reps.

Happy BD to your DD. A tea sounds charming.

might want to check with your dr, caffeine usually something you are told to avoid when experiencing fainting symptoms.


Ok, you guys asked for it :). I mean, come on...stitch and pineapples & with discounts almost 2/3rds off...couldn’t resist LOL. Bonus points I can wear in parks to embarrass my family = priceless


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Curious, sounds Iike your vaccine (you, go girl!) was given outside of work. What system are they using there...drugstore or clinic of some sort?

At least they have some sort of system on paper. Better than many other places that are still tossing darts at the wall. It’s a shame that so many people are scared & frustrated, there & elsewhere, trying to secure it. Truly, it will be a life or death situation for many with co-morbidity issues.

With all respect, It does surprise me to hear of those, especially health care workers, that aren’t fully on board. Of course, most lay people don’t have the same shared experience(s) to draw upon when forming their decisions. I don’t even want to think about the horrors our health care providers have seen

Luckily, we all still have the right to choose what goes into our bodies. On a positive note, perhaps, via those declining; it will allow those who want to partake to get their vacccine sooner. Here’s to a happy every after to us all. :)

Aww thanks Keisha......yep, we`re very lucky with our boy :)

I think that`s cute......and it`ll keep you warm for sure, looks very cosy.

Yes, so much positivity about the vaccines all round and Johnson & Johnson one shot vaccine looks to be almost ready for approval.....the more the merrier....they can jab me anytime they like.




Dull day all round here weather wise.......it`s been raining all day non stop and although it`s supposed to be freezing, doesn`t feel too bad. I dropped off some cake to the farm next to us.....carefully......left it in their porch and she came out as I headed away from the house. She had left me two jars of her marmalade and some lemon curd.....lush!!

But, apart from a birthday to celebrate today.......

I booked our Nov/Dec flights today :cheer2::cheer2: Called Virgin and got one of the more helpful members of staff......so our deferred flights from December 2020 have been rebooked. Premium both ways again and the seats we like with no-one behind us.

Now to hope we get to take them........lol........we have three trips booked this year so far. Although we do think May might not happen again, but we keep our fingers crossed anyway. September we`re more positive for and now December......I`ve been so keen to get the flights booked and they`ve been released now a couple of days.

Steaks coming up later after he opens his cards and gifts.......missing going out for dinner for sure tonight but Tom will cook us up a lovely meal.

Hope everyone`s having a lovely Thursday........:wave2:
 
Still catching up. Happy birthday to EM and Kyle!

DisneyLife just read about Covid in your family and you. Glad to h ear you’re getting better. Was this after your WDW trip?

Charade sorry to hear about your therapists son. Hopefully he does well with treatment.

Realfoods glad to hear you’re improving. But passing out is scary. Do you know why? Could it be a low in your blood sugar? And a fun birthday celebration for Em! Happy birthday to her.
I was reading about using DL for vaccine centre! Already on Disney boards people are joking about getting vaccine by a pirate while riding Pirates of the Caribbean lol. I feel so sorry for Anaheim and all those small Independant hotels, and business that depend on tourism from DL. I hope my fav hotel survives.

Keisha love the hoodie! Bonus points for embarrassing family- priceless lol! I can’t recall do you live in LA? Or your son? Sadly California is not doing well. My travel buddy lives in LA and a cousin. It sounds really scary. Florida not good either. Both my cousins are recovering from Covid.

Robo glad you’re enjoying some sunshine today. Canada has an app with Covid alerts too, but for whatever reason my province hasn’t opted into it. I don’t know how well it works, but relies on people reporting if they have symptoms.

Schumi yay for booking flights! I keep looking on Alaska, our preferred airline for travel from our pacific NW area but afraid to pull the trigger for our August trip. I am not sure yet what August regulations will look like and if our border will be open. If we still have to quarantine upon return home then we won’t be able to go. My daughter can’t take an extra 2 weeks off work to quarantine. I’m cautiously optimistic that by August we will be vaccinated and no quarantine but who knows.
 
Robo thank you. I am aware when the dizziness is coming in and always get to a chair or the floor. Only once didn’t and that wasn’t a good outcome! Keisha I have had tests and seen cardiologists and they don’t want to put me on medication as at the time felt stress and low blood pressure connected so I try to manage it. Last advice was add salt, drink couple of coffees and lots of water. However if it continues I will go back for further check ups.

Thank you all for Emma’s birthday wishes. Think we did the best we could in a lockdown. Don’t often buy celebration cakes but this lady was recommended and I just thought it would be a surprise and it is a lovely moist cake.
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Party tea was enjoyed by us all and glad to say Em said it was a nice surprise.

Really looking forward to weekend but one more early get up first tomorrow. Will have a drive to the farm shop tomorrow and drop some cake off at DS and DIL.
 
Yes, so much positivity about the vaccines all round and Johnson & Johnson one shot vaccine looks to be almost ready for approval.....the more the merrier....they can jab me anytime they like.
Absolutely! One shot only may just convince more to partake

Just saw on tv now london mayor states one in 30 people infected thus far. Yikes. Problem with letting virus run wild/herd immunity is that much worse variant can form that spreads quicker & might not respond to existing vaccine Seriously, we didn’t have enough on our plates? Gee whiz


booked our Nov/Dec flights today :cheer2::cheer2: Called Virgin and got one of the more helpful members of staff......so our deferred flights from December 2020 have been rebooked. Premium both ways again and the seats we like with no-one behind us.
Yea! Does that mean you got to use your credits from previously cancelled flights.
Steaks coming up later after he opens his cards and gifts.......missing going out for dinner for sure tonight but Tom will cook us up a lovely meal.
I bet tom makes a mean steak
Keisha love the hoodie! Bonus points for embarrassing family- priceless lol! I can’t recall do you live in LA? Or your son? Sadly California is not doing well. My travel buddy lives in LA and a cousin. It sounds really scary. Florida not good either. Both my cousins are recovering from Covid.
I try to keep family on their toes :). No, i live in burbs of pittsburgh, kiddo works for an international company. LA to Phoenix territory is his baby re sales & coordination of direct delivery to clients.
Keisha I have had tests and seen cardiologists and they don’t want to put me on medication as at the time felt stress and low blood pressure connected so I try to manage it. Last advice was add salt, drink couple of coffees and lots of water. However if it continues I will go back for further check ups.
Interesting, I’m sure your doctors have you on the proper path. Just so scary to black out, especially as you could hit your noggin on the way down. That truly is a lovely cake. Taking notes as to the decorating, may try to replicate. Appears a ganache over the top. Did it taste as good as it looked?
 
Still catching up. Happy birthday to EM and Kyle!

DisneyLife just read about Covid in your family and you. Glad to h ear you’re getting better. Was this after your WDW trip?

Charade sorry to hear about your therapists son. Hopefully he does well with treatment.

Realfoods glad to hear you’re improving. But passing out is scary. Do you know why? Could it be a low in your blood sugar? And a fun birthday celebration for Em! Happy birthday to her.
I was reading about using DL for vaccine centre! Already on Disney boards people are joking about getting vaccine by a pirate while riding Pirates of the Caribbean lol. I feel so sorry for Anaheim and all those small Independant hotels, and business that depend on tourism from DL. I hope my fav hotel survives.

Keisha love the hoodie! Bonus points for embarrassing family- priceless lol! I can’t recall do you live in LA? Or your son? Sadly California is not doing well. My travel buddy lives in LA and a cousin. It sounds really scary. Florida not good either. Both my cousins are recovering from Covid.

Robo glad you’re enjoying some sunshine today. Canada has an app with Covid alerts too, but for whatever reason my province hasn’t opted into it. I don’t know how well it works, but relies on people reporting if they have symptoms.

Schumi yay for booking flights! I keep looking on Alaska, our preferred airline for travel from our pacific NW area but afraid to pull the trigger for our August trip. I am not sure yet what August regulations will look like and if our border will be open. If we still have to quarantine upon return home then we won’t be able to go. My daughter can’t take an extra 2 weeks off work to quarantine. I’m cautiously optimistic that by August we will be vaccinated and no quarantine but who knows.

This was just after Thanksgiving early December it took me almost 2 weeks before I actually felt halfway normal, I got those dizzy spells also, and 2 1/2 before first negative test. So they say your supposed to have a period of natural immunity, either way we have been big on masks clean hands and still got it?

Looks like a snowstorm back at home but should be out of the way by tomorrow and we get home Saturday so that’ll be fun to clean up, neighbor I text said would gladly have our driveway and walks cleared for us so that is very much appreciated. We’ll grill some nice steaks! Still will have everything else to do, I like having everything cleaned off.

The dog spa we take our dogs to have a newer camera system setup so we can check up on them, they have several huge play areas to socialize during the day I guess you could say but when they are in their kennel 12’x20’ for 2 it’s funny to watch Colt our male chocolate lab, 150 lbs of 9 year old puppy lol!!!

The Skyliner we really like, so convenient from here and we like all 3 of these here BW and YC/BC we would have been at BC but only villas are currently open.
 
Keisha the cake tastes really good! Very moist too. I have made drip cakes in the past though not as neat as this!
Oh, i could never come close, not a pretty baker at all but I swing for the fences

Was it a buttercream/whipped icing or fondant? Applied so smoothly. I love watching the baking shows on the tube for new ideas.
 














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