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

[macraven]

Ah a good morning to you Schumi. Yay for salon time. Hope you got an appointment. Nice that all stores are starting to open. Yeah, here still limits on number of people allowed in the stores, though only still see long lines to get into the stores that are small, and well, have always limited number in them any way, as with normal times, had only saw shorter lines only around the holidays.
Marvelous Monday homies.

I did not realize your state still had restrictions Lynne
Last week GA officially went mask free.

All eateries here have removed plexiglass plates inside the eateries for both tables and no restrictive tables in my area.
Back to the days all tables are used and no spacing.

Most shoppers shed their masks months ago in ga
Only exception was Atlanta as no other city had the restrictions they set up

We had the hvac company come in our house to get measurements on our second floor for a new hvac system to be put in

Two employees came and of course maskless
I had Mr Mac take over and left the room

We were on a wait list since last year for any company to replace our system ...
Mr Mac knows I don’t let any service workers in the house without a mask

He was not about to have me screw up this job to be done.
For me, I still wear a mask even when I use the drive thru at Walgreens to pick up items ...

The few times I had to do a quick run to Publix, rare to see any shopper with a mask on.
An occasional employee might wear a mask but very few do.
I have had both series of shots ( feb and March 2)
But if I need an item from the store, I still wear a mask.
It’s not a problem for me to do so.

I assume UO will still have a requirement for masks when I go in the fall.

 

[Pumpkin1172]

Making a quick afternoon stop in!!!

Had a fairly busy weekend. I worked both Sat and Sunday at the second job. I haven't worked back to back like that since before Xmas. The good thing about this weekend was that when I got home, dh and the boys had the meals cooked, groceries were bought and put away, and I just sat in my chair to make sure the cold, nasty ugly wind we had on Saturday didn't blow my favorite chair away It was all good. I haven't worked much in the past month, so I had to problem going into work to build up that travel account.

I finally got a response this morning from our health authority about a job I had applied to. Because of covid, I am doing a written interview. I am super excited to get a response, and know that at least they are looking at my resume and it's not just being tossed or overlooked. I guess we will see what happens next!

Good evening, Busy day today. I spent most of it looking for things for B's care package. I got her some chocolate mint Pepperidge Farm cookies, a bag of Hershey kisses, a bag of fruit gummie candy, a box of tea, a mug, a Starbucks gift card, a 6 pack of bubble liquid that she can share with friends, 2 silly stress toys, a pack of colored pencils, a drawing tablet, a set of really soft pyjamas, some shower steamers, and a Falcon and the Winter Soldier t-shirt. I may have gone a little overboard.

What a great care package!!!!! I'm sure she loved it!!!
It is great your friend was able to find love again. Sometimes that is just not the in the cards. It definitely hurts to hear of people who pass away who have young kids - Especially a mom. You only get one mom. They are irreplaceable.

Not the best night for me.
I get insomnia, not very often but did last night.
Mr Mac has the same issue as he was up about a few hours ago.
Cats are the only ones still sleeping

I'm glad you got a good snooze in. Your body must have needed it.

As per my state rules, tomorrow I can hope to book an appointment to get my virus shot. DH is also going to see if the VA has an earlier appointment for me. So far work has asked three times how many interested in getting the shots, but no here’s your appointment yet. Thus, I am hoping by any of those three ways, I can make an appointment tomorrow. Next week, we are going to try getting the kids an appointment. As per required, to be available to all then. I am hoping before the beginning of June, little one and I get ours, as we would feel much better if we do, as our NYC visit is planned in June.

I'm glad your up next to get your immunizations. I will be crossing my fingers that your whole family can get it before your trip to NYC,

I could not find gift bags I wanted so found some with fairly close color and adding ribbon to them.

This is my start to decorations.

Those are beautiful decorations!!!!! You definitely have a talent for that.

Since we finally have a break in the rain, I took the dogs to a new place to walk today. They get so excited by the new sights and smells, and really seem to enjoy it.
Well.....Barney somehow managed to find an area filled with burrs! Poor guy's legs were covered in them! And a couple in his tail and a few on his under side.
Had to end the walk and head back home. I had to cut them out! He now looks a mess....good thing he's getting groomed in just over a week. He really needs it now. Maybe I'll call tomorrow and try to move the appointment sooner.

That is exactly what our old boy would have done! Sometimes they are just such little stinkers. I think the worst with our old guy was when we were at the lake lot, the one summer he found where the pair of nest bald eagles would drop the fish from their nest after they were done feasting...well our old guy would ROLL in those dead rotting fish. It was the MOST disgusting smell to try to get out of him. Hint....I used lots of baking soda and vinegar to help get that smell out of his fur coat.

Woke up to some of the UK covered in snow again, not us though.....it`s cold right now out there, but will warm up as the morning goes on. We just have a heavy frost but it`s to be beautiful today with a lot of sunshine, so hoping to get out walking again.

Today is an important day in the UK as it`s the day non essential shops and hair salons among other things open up as part of our roadmap out of lockdown.

Pubs and restaurants can open with outside dining/drinks only, but we`ll wait till inside dining is open as you`d have to sit with smokers which is the worst. I wish they`d have made it all non smoking outside too, then we may have considered it once it gets nicer, but can`t have it all.

I hope your able to get an appointment quickly. I'm glad your getting out of your lock down. Ours are not nearly as severe as your were, It will be great for your country to start getting back to a sense of normal again!
I'm very sorry to hear about your uncle. I hope the memories of your times spent together will bring a little joy instead of sadness.

Well, I should put away the last of the papers on my desk and head home. Tonight is a mixture of left overs from the weekend with some fresh cooked veggies.
Have a great evening Hommies!!!!

 

[macraven]

Pumpkin
Sending you Mummy Dust you get that new job!

 

[Charade67]

I can’t sleep. Too much to worry about. I got a call from my cousin this afternoon. The nursing home plans to release my mom on Thursday. My cousin thinks it is too soon. Mom hasn’t had enough physical rehab, and my cousin doesn’t think that my Aunt is capable of caring for my mom by herself. My aunt is about 14 years younger than Mom, but diabetic, and recently suffered a concussion. My cousin is looking into home health care services, but in not sure what Mom’s Medicare plan will cover. Apparently it is not a very good plan. On the one hand I think Mom would be better living in a nursing home where she has professionals caring for her. On the other hand, I know that is the last place she wants to be. I think if she had to move to a nursing home she would just give up and would not be around much longer.

In happier news, I took B’s care package to her today and she loved it. She registered for her fall classes today. Now I’m just waiting for the university to apply her dependent grant so I can set up the payment plan.

Nascar never quite struck us too much either despite us loving motor racing, a bit too dull but we did enjoy watching a couple of drivers on the odd occasion.

I know almost nothing about NASCAR, but I think this was an exciting (as much as it can be) race. There was an unusually high number of caution flags and a wreck involving 15 cars. Thankfully no one was hurt.

That’s my mom. When she was in the hospital she complained that they kept the room too cold. I checked her ac unit and it wasn’t even turned on.

I agree about smoking near eating. The 2 don't mix. Who wants their food to taste like a cigarette? Yuck!!

I never could understand how people could smoke and eat.

Oh yes I did get an appointment....Thursday morning, an early one at 8.30........woooohoooooo!!!!

Yay!!

Don’t laugh at me but I was feeling tired and laid down on the couch many hours ago
Fell asleep

Sometimes you just need a really good nap.

I finally got a response this morning from our health authority about a job I had applied to. Because of covid, I am doing a written interview. I am super excited to get a response, and know that at least they are looking at my resume and it's not just being tossed or overlooked. I guess we will see what happens next!

Good luck with the job.

What a great care package!!!!! I'm sure she loved it!!!
It is great your friend was able to find love again. Sometimes that is just not the in the cards. It definitely hurts to hear of people who pass away who have young kids - Especially a mom. You only get one mom. They are irreplaceable.

She almost made the mistake of marrying the wrong one. Thankfully she discovered before it was too late that he was a lying, cheating, deadbeat parent. I only met the new guy once, but they seem like a good match.

Im going to try again to get some sleep.

 

[schumigirl]

I did not realize your state still had restrictions Lynne
Last week GA officially went mask free.

All eateries here have removed plexiglass plates inside the eateries for both tables and no restrictive tables in my area.
Back to the days all tables are used and no spacing.

Most shoppers shed their masks months ago in ga
Only exception was Atlanta as no other city had the restrictions they set up

We had the hvac company come in our house to get measurements on our second floor for a new hvac system to be put in

Two employees came and of course maskless
I had Mr Mac take over and left the room

We were on a wait list since last year for any company to replace our system ...
Mr Mac knows I don’t let any service workers in the house without a mask

He was not about to have me screw up this job to be done.
For me, I still wear a mask even when I use the drive thru at Walgreens to pick up items ...

The few times I had to do a quick run to Publix, rare to see any shopper with a mask on.
An occasional employee might wear a mask but very few do.
I have had both series of shots ( feb and March 2)
But if I need an item from the store, I still wear a mask.
It’s not a problem for me to do so.

I assume UO will still have a requirement for masks when I go in the fall.

We`re seemingly good over here mac with mask compliance. It`s very rare to see someone without a mask. They are required everywhere inside and most stores have large signs up saying no mask, no entry. Restaurants will still have plexi glass and social distancing too when they fully open up.

I think the parks will have the masks for a time too.

Making a quick afternoon stop in!!!

Had a fairly busy weekend. I worked both Sat and Sunday at the second job. I haven't worked back to back like that since before Xmas. The good thing about this weekend was that when I got home, dh and the boys had the meals cooked, groceries were bought and put away, and I just sat in my chair to make sure the cold, nasty ugly wind we had on Saturday didn't blow my favorite chair away It was all good. I haven't worked much in the past month, so I had to problem going into work to build up that travel account.

I finally got a response this morning from our health authority about a job I had applied to. Because of covid, I am doing a written interview. I am super excited to get a response, and know that at least they are looking at my resume and it's not just being tossed or overlooked. I guess we will see what happens next!


What a great care package!!!!! I'm sure she loved it!!!
It is great your friend was able to find love again. Sometimes that is just not the in the cards. It definitely hurts to hear of people who pass away who have young kids - Especially a mom. You only get one mom. They are irreplaceable.

I'm glad you got a good snooze in. Your body must have needed it.

I'm glad your up next to get your immunizations. I will be crossing my fingers that your whole family can get it before your trip to NYC,

Those are beautiful decorations!!!!! You definitely have a talent for that.

That is exactly what our old boy would have done! Sometimes they are just such little stinkers. I think the worst with our old guy was when we were at the lake lot, the one summer he found where the pair of nest bald eagles would drop the fish from their nest after they were done feasting...well our old guy would ROLL in those dead rotting fish. It was the MOST disgusting smell to try to get out of him. Hint....I used lots of baking soda and vinegar to help get that smell out of his fur coat.

I hope your able to get an appointment quickly. I'm glad your getting out of your lock down. Ours are not nearly as severe as your were, It will be great for your country to start getting back to a sense of normal again!
I'm very sorry to hear about your uncle. I hope the memories of your times spent together will bring a little joy instead of sadness.

Well, I should put away the last of the papers on my desk and head home. Tonight is a mixture of left overs from the weekend with some fresh cooked veggies.
Have a great evening Hommies!!!!

Thank you pumpkin......he was quite the character. Yes, hair appointment Thursday and cannot wait for it!!! I think my hair is longer than it was during last lockdown....and yes, many are feeling good about this step forward.

A ton of good luck for your interview this week.....will keep everything crossed for you that you get it.......

I can’t sleep. Too much to worry about. I got a call from my cousin this afternoon. The nursing home plans to release my mom on Thursday. My cousin thinks it is too soon. Mom hasn’t had enough physical rehab, and my cousin doesn’t think that my Aunt is capable of caring for my mom by herself. My aunt is about 14 years younger than Mom, but diabetic, and recently suffered a concussion. My cousin is looking into home health care services, but in not sure what Mom’s Medicare plan will cover. Apparently it is not a very good plan. On the one hand I think Mom would be better living in a nursing home where she has professionals caring for her. On the other hand, I know that is the last place she wants to be. I think if she had to move to a nursing home she would just give up and would not be around much longer.

In happier news, I took B’s care package to her today and she loved it. She registered for her fall classes today. Now I’m just waiting for the university to apply her dependent grant so I can set up the payment plan.


I know almost nothing about NASCAR, but I think this was an exciting (as much as it can be) race. There was an unusually high number of caution flags and a wreck involving 15 cars. Thankfully no one was hurt.

That’s my mom. When she was in the hospital she complained that they kept the room too cold. I checked her ac unit and it wasn’t even turned on.

I never could understand how people could smoke and eat.

Yay!!

Sometimes you just need a really good nap.

Good luck with the job.

She almost made the mistake of marrying the wrong one. Thankfully she discovered before it was too late that he was a lying, cheating, deadbeat parent. I only met the new guy once, but they seem like a good match.

Im going to try again to get some sleep.

That does seem very early to be released Charade considering the type of surgery your mum had. It`s quite a decision for all involved going forward as to where she lives. Good luck with that.



Another gorgeous, sunny but freezing cold morning here.....beautiful sunrise again, and it`s light from just before 5am now which is lovely. Won`t be long till it barely gets dark except for a few hours.

Walking this morning for a while, few phone calls and few bits and bobs to be going on with. And weather looks to be decent this coming week too. Finally! And before too long pubs and restaurants will be open for inside dining.....looking forward to that a lot. Although numbers will still be limited for a time.

Poached eggs this morning for breakfast......

Happy Tuesday ​

 

[Lynne G]

Charade, yeah, they don’t like keeping in expensive care unless really have to. See if you can get an elderly care nurse to just come once a day or every other day. We got one for my mom through the elderly care office in our county. I hope she is doing well, and sending good thoughts she will be here for many more years. I know my mom wanted to be home after her rehab care. Hugs. And yay, seeing B enjoy her care box. Hope she does well, and yep, little one has got her Fall scheduled mostly as she likes it. As her senior year is next year, she has to make sure has all the right classes to graduate on time.

Sending lots of good luck to Pumpkin, as I hope you get that new job.

Yay for a Thursday haircut for Schumi. Glad you have it scheduled this week. Hope your tea is good today.

Ah nothing like laptop saying needed to reboot as soon as signed on. Sigh. Now shows an airplane on my connection app, but I am clearly not in airplane mode. Another sigh. But hey, no matter what that darn laptop does, as long as I get a good connection, and signed in, am good to go. Seems quite a few in my office have said having laptop issues. Guess that time of year? Well, it has been more than a year of not commuting. And so far, maybe the Fall will see some start to return to the office. At least my first virus shot is next week. Not that close to home, but they said they would try to have availability within 20 miles. Where I am going is around 12. But off a main road, and the Governor changed all allowed to get an appointment today, instead of next week, so I am hoping close to my time is available at that location so we all can go, or at least not just me. Going to be on the kids’ case to get that appointment. Have to enter stuff on website of our county. At least a make reservation email came within hours after I registered. And thanks Keisha about CVS having appointments. None were on my list of where to go. But I wil check, as can always cancel and get a different availability.

And so, a brief cooing from the doves,will be a mostly sunny day, as rain to hold off until later in the evening. But even with sunglasses, think jacket will still be worn. Seems will be 53 F at noon today. So yay for sun to make it not sunny yet, but brighter out now that sun has risen.

And yay, Mac will be doing her Taco Bell dinner tonight. Woot for a Taco Tuesday. Yeah, I’m fine with a mask, and not spending much time indoor with others. But glad you can stay and eat at Taco Bell. Yeah, that place’s food needs to be eaten soon after getting. Not a good traveling food.

And so, have a taco or two today homies, and have a terrific Taco Tuesday.

Time to see breakfast selections and refill that tea cup.

 

[Charade67]

Taking an emergency trip to Georgia today to sit down with my siblings and discuss the future of Mom’s healthcare.

 

[Lynne G]

Hugs Charade. Had to do the same thing, so sending you some stress release mummy dust. Safe travels, and hope all will be in agreement.

 

[macraven]

Taking an emergency trip to Georgia today to sit down with my siblings and discuss the future of Mom’s healthcare.

Having your family get involved will be good
All can figure it out together

I had my parental units in a temporary set up for care until I could move them near me
It was only for a few days

 

[schumigirl]

Lynne........hope you got your laptop issues stored out, very frustrating when that happens. Good news you now qualify for your vaccine!


Charade.......many good wishes sent your way. Not an easy discussion I’m sure but hopefully, you’ll all come up with a plan that works for the best with your mum.




It was much nicer than we thought outside today, yes chilly slight breeze was around, but the sun was so warm it was lovely. But, nowhere near as cold as yesterday.

Walked into the village then down to the shore and walked for miles today, it was so gorgeous........





And almost deserted. Looking forward to more of this weather going forward.

Came home and had some lunch, then drove down to a shopping area that is outdoors. We were visiting Boots, which is the largest pharmacy chain in the UK, it’s been open constantly throughout this, but seeing all the other stores open was a joy.

And glad we weren’t visiting them as they were busy!! But, got what we needed and came home.

Got some huge pieces of cod loin for dinner tonight, will make a white wine sauce to go with it and some baby potatoes. And making mango fool for dessert as I have a glut of them to use up.

 

[keishashadow]

It is and I’ll be watching it

It was gud

Anyone here know of conecuh? It's such a unique seasoning/flavor. Totally different from brats, polish sausage, italian sausage, breakfast sausage, etc.

Nope, sounds good to me long as not too much fennel in it. Too many italian sausages are far too heavy on it & often have mint for some reason.
My mom & dad ground their own version...whatever meat was left over sort of thing lol. I have the sausage attachment to my mixer. Have yet to give it a whirl.

We tried Canadian bacon once, didn`t really like it,

Bet you haven’t had ‘the right’ canadian bacon i like the uncured sort, looks more like cooked pork than a ham color. Some of the other sorts are good too tho, can get them highly seasoned. Noticed they’ve been trying to pass off ‘breakfast ham’ sized slices as the real thing during the pandemic here.

mac...when someone says don`t laugh.....I want to laugh.....lol.....

Sounds like a worthy challenge to me lol

Back to the days all tables are used and no spacing. Most shoppers shed their masks months ago in ga

Move over, Michigan

I finally got a response this morning from our health authority about a job I had applied to. Because of covid, I am doing a written interview. I am super excited to get a response, and know that at least they are looking at my resume and it's not just being tossed or overlooked. I guess we will see what happens next!

Good lucks!

On the one hand I think Mom would be better living in a nursing home where she has professionals caring for her. On the other hand, I know that is the last place she wants to be. I think if she had to move to a nursing home she would just give up and would not be around much longer.

You can appeal the initial decision for discharge, formal process.

good idea to discuss with family. Is there a durable or health care POA designated? If not, wholly up to your mom’s decision.

Does the nursing home have step-down care to assisted living or rehab?

Generally, if dr indicates necessity for it, short-term rehab facility is a first step. Followed by a trial of home health care. Coverage is all over the place there re insurance. Make sure to check the area agency on aging in her country/state for any programs & benefits.

The faciity’s social worker (or thru above agency) can be consulted to discuss any viable options such as assisted living or skilled nursing care.

Can answer questions re OOP expenses too. It’s up to the individual homes to decide what sources of payment they accept for care. They will look at the whole picture, including health plan’s coverage & her ability to self-pay

Good luck, we were hit hard paying for both my MiLs & my Mom’s care to place them until the VA benefits from their husbands kicked into play.

Yes, hair appointment Thursday and cannot wait for it!!! I think my hair is longer than it was during last lockdown....and yes, many are feeling good about this step forward.

Your spirits will feel so much lighter!

 

[J'aime Paris]

Making a quick afternoon stop in!!!

Had a fairly busy weekend. I worked both Sat and Sunday at the second job. I haven't worked back to back like that since before Xmas. The good thing about this weekend was that when I got home, dh and the boys had the meals cooked, groceries were bought and put away, and I just sat in my chair to make sure the cold, nasty ugly wind we had on Saturday didn't blow my favorite chair away It was all good. I haven't worked much in the past month, so I had to problem going into work to build up that travel account.

I finally got a response this morning from our health authority about a job I had applied to. Because of covid, I am doing a written interview. I am super excited to get a response, and know that at least they are looking at my resume and it's not just being tossed or overlooked. I guess we will see what happens next!


What a great care package!!!!! I'm sure she loved it!!!
It is great your friend was able to find love again. Sometimes that is just not the in the cards. It definitely hurts to hear of people who pass away who have young kids - Especially a mom. You only get one mom. They are irreplaceable.

I'm glad you got a good snooze in. Your body must have needed it.

I'm glad your up next to get your immunizations. I will be crossing my fingers that your whole family can get it before your trip to NYC,

Those are beautiful decorations!!!!! You definitely have a talent for that.

That is exactly what our old boy would have done! Sometimes they are just such little stinkers. I think the worst with our old guy was when we were at the lake lot, the one summer he found where the pair of nest bald eagles would drop the fish from their nest after they were done feasting...well our old guy would ROLL in those dead rotting fish. It was the MOST disgusting smell to try to get out of him. Hint....I used lots of baking soda and vinegar to help get that smell out of his fur coat.

I hope your able to get an appointment quickly. I'm glad your getting out of your lock down. Ours are not nearly as severe as your were, It will be great for your country to start getting back to a sense of normal again!
I'm very sorry to hear about your uncle. I hope the memories of your times spent together will bring a little joy instead of sadness.

Well, I should put away the last of the papers on my desk and head home. Tonight is a mixture of left overs from the weekend with some fresh cooked veggies.
Have a great evening Hommies!!!!

Fingers crossed on the job! I hope you get it!

I can’t sleep. Too much to worry about. I got a call from my cousin this afternoon. The nursing home plans to release my mom on Thursday. My cousin thinks it is too soon. Mom hasn’t had enough physical rehab, and my cousin doesn’t think that my Aunt is capable of caring for my mom by herself. My aunt is about 14 years younger than Mom, but diabetic, and recently suffered a concussion. My cousin is looking into home health care services, but in not sure what Mom’s Medicare plan will cover. Apparently it is not a very good plan. On the one hand I think Mom would be better living in a nursing home where she has professionals caring for her. On the other hand, I know that is the last place she wants to be. I think if she had to move to a nursing home she would just give up and would not be around much longer.

In happier news, I took B’s care package to her today and she loved it. She registered for her fall classes today. Now I’m just waiting for the university to apply her dependent grant so I can set up the payment plan.


I know almost nothing about NASCAR, but I think this was an exciting (as much as it can be) race. There was an unusually high number of caution flags and a wreck involving 15 cars. Thankfully no one was hurt.

That’s my mom. When she was in the hospital she complained that they kept the room too cold. I checked her ac unit and it wasn’t even turned on.

I never could understand how people could smoke and eat.

Yay!!

Sometimes you just need a really good nap.

Good luck with the job.

She almost made the mistake of marrying the wrong one. Thankfully she discovered before it was too late that he was a lying, cheating, deadbeat parent. I only met the new guy once, but they seem like a good match.

Im going to try again to get some sleep.

It drives me crazy how fast hospitals try to send patients home. I know its bureaucracy, but jeez! Some folks need a little more time before they are ready to go home.

We`re seemingly good over here mac with mask compliance. It`s very rare to see someone without a mask. They are required everywhere inside and most stores have large signs up saying no mask, no entry. Restaurants will still have plexi glass and social distancing too when they fully open up.

I think the parks will have the masks for a time too.





Thank you pumpkin......he was quite the character. Yes, hair appointment Thursday and cannot wait for it!!! I think my hair is longer than it was during last lockdown....and yes, many are feeling good about this step forward.

A ton of good luck for your interview this week.....will keep everything crossed for you that you get it.......





That does seem very early to be released Charade considering the type of surgery your mum had. It`s quite a decision for all involved going forward as to where she lives. Good luck with that.



Another gorgeous, sunny but freezing cold morning here.....beautiful sunrise again, and it`s light from just before 5am now which is lovely. Won`t be long till it barely gets dark except for a few hours.

Walking this morning for a while, few phone calls and few bits and bobs to be going on with. And weather looks to be decent this coming week too. Finally! And before too long pubs and restaurants will be open for inside dining.....looking forward to that a lot. Although numbers will still be limited for a time.

Poached eggs this morning for breakfast......

Happy Tuesday ​

Love your Sophia meme! We enjoy the Golden Girls show, so funny!

Charade, yeah, they don’t like keeping in expensive care unless really have to. See if you can get an elderly care nurse to just come once a day or every other day. We got one for my mom through the elderly care office in our county. I hope she is doing well, and sending good thoughts she will be here for many more years. I know my mom wanted to be home after her rehab care. Hugs. And yay, seeing B enjoy her care box. Hope she does well, and yep, little one has got her Fall scheduled mostly as she likes it. As her senior year is next year, she has to make sure has all the right classes to graduate on time.

Sending lots of good luck to Pumpkin, as I hope you get that new job.

Yay for a Thursday haircut for Schumi. Glad you have it scheduled this week. Hope your tea is good today.

Ah nothing like laptop saying needed to reboot as soon as signed on. Sigh. Now shows an airplane on my connection app, but I am clearly not in airplane mode. Another sigh. But hey, no matter what that darn laptop does, as long as I get a good connection, and signed in, am good to go. Seems quite a few in my office have said having laptop issues. Guess that time of year? Well, it has been more than a year of not commuting. And so far, maybe the Fall will see some start to return to the office. At least my first virus shot is next week. Not that close to home, but they said they would try to have availability within 20 miles. Where I am going is around 12. But off a main road, and the Governor changed all allowed to get an appointment today, instead of next week, so I am hoping close to my time is available at that location so we all can go, or at least not just me. Going to be on the kids’ case to get that appointment. Have to enter stuff on website of our county. At least a make reservation email came within hours after I registered. And thanks Keisha about CVS having appointments. None were on my list of where to go. But I wil check, as can always cancel and get a different availability.

And so, a brief cooing from the doves,will be a mostly sunny day, as rain to hold off until later in the evening. But even with sunglasses, think jacket will still be worn. Seems will be 53 F at noon today. So yay for sun to make it not sunny yet, but brighter out now that sun has risen.

And yay, Mac will be doing her Taco Bell dinner tonight. Woot for a Taco Tuesday. Yeah, I’m fine with a mask, and not spending much time indoor with others. But glad you can stay and eat at Taco Bell. Yeah, that place’s food needs to be eaten soon after getting. Not a good traveling food.

And so, have a taco or two today homies, and have a terrific Taco Tuesday.

Time to see breakfast selections and refill that tea cup.

Laptop issues can be so frustrating! I only know enough about computers to be dangerous, lol!

Taking an emergency trip to Georgia today to sit down with my siblings and discuss the future of Mom’s healthcare.

Sounds like your mom has some great people looking out for her! Best of luck, these are never easy decisions.

Lynne........hope you got your laptop issues stored out, very frustrating when that happens. Good news you now qualify for your vaccine!


Charade.......many good wishes sent your way. Not an easy discussion I’m sure but hopefully, you’ll all come up with a plan that works for the best with your mum.




It was much nicer than we thought outside today, yes chilly slight breeze was around, but the sun was so warm it was lovely. But, nowhere near as cold as yesterday.

Walked into the village then down to the shore and walked for miles today, it was so gorgeous........


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And almost deserted. Looking forward to more of this weather going forward.

Came home and had some lunch, then drove down to a shopping area that is outdoors. We were visiting Boots, which is the largest pharmacy chain in the UK, it’s been open constantly throughout this, but seeing all the other stores open was a joy.

And glad we weren’t visiting them as they were busy!! But, got what we needed and came home.

Got some huge pieces of cod loin for dinner tonight, will make a white wine sauce to go with it and some baby potatoes. And making mango fool for dessert as I have a glut of them to use up.

Are those piers in the photo? And why don't they reach the water? I'm certain there is an easy explanation that I'm missing, lol!
Water looks gorgeous btw...

I had to look up mango fool, never heard of it. Looks quite refreshing!!







Took both dogs to the vet this morning. And $535 later.....
Barney eats a special food, so bought a 27 pound bag of that. He needed a complete blood panel for his allergy med. Also needed a lyme test and another booster vaccine of some sort.
Hatley had her nails trimmed, a fecal sample done for the heartworm meds. I bought 6 months of heartworm pills for both dogs. She also needed lyme test and another something to two!!
I think they are both set for a good, long time!!

I had to order a month supply of wet canned food for Strawberry this morning. All the grocery stores around me are running out of stock, and I've gone to numerous places. Strawberry is super fussy! She will only eat pate style Fancy Feast brand, and it must be one of the seafood combinations. I've tried to get her to eat other brands, with zero luck. And she's so underweight, I have to feed what she will eat. I ended up paying double to get the kind she prefers!
These pets are really racking up the debt!!




Just kidding....I'm the housekeeper around here

 

[J'aime Paris]

Nope, sounds good to me long as not too much fennel in it. Too many italian sausages are far too heavy on it & often have mint for some reason.
My mom & dad ground their own version...whatever meat was left over sort of thing lol. I have the sausage attachment to my mixer. Have yet to give it a whirl.

Fennel is foul!!!!!!!
No fennel in the conecuh, as I cannot stand fennel. It's one of my most hated flavors! (And I eat almost anything)

True story....I have a friend that carries around a spice bottle of fennel in her purse. She will randomly pull it out and dump some in her mouth. She claims it 'aids in digestion'. When I saw her do that I nearly vomited! I literally made the hair on my arms stand up and gave me goosebumps.
Told her to never do it again in my presence!

I don't think y mixer has a sausage attachment. But that seems like something DH would enjoy, making his own custom sausages!

 

[macraven]

Paying for pet care is like putting a kid through college

 

[J'aime Paris]

Paying for pet care is like putting a kid through college

DH and I are paying for 3 pets and DD in college currently!!

 

[Lynne G]

Yeah, Paris, my 75 pound lab was very finicky. Had to buy lots of different 5 pound bags, as she rarely wanted the same food the next day. The male lab, he did not care. So large bag of food that once in a while changed. And yeah, pets are not cheap to keep. Still paying for two college kids, but no dogs, as still not ready. My one cousin just got a new puppy, and while cute, nope. We have such odd schedules, that I’m just not ready to be another dog mom.

Ooh sunny out, almost time for that walk.

 

[schumigirl]

Keisha, I think I’ve had both. Had the good stuff in NY that did look more like pork, and what I believe to a cheap imitation in Orlando......I think I just prefer our bacon over any other......although American bacon......mmmmm!!

Not a fennel fan here either.....almost as bad as soap tasting cilantro......yes, looking forward to hair do Thursday........



Lori, they’re wave breakers, used to stop too much erosion along the beaches in the UK, or some areas of the UK. They stop the waves from scooping up too much sand. I’m sure there’s a better explanation somewhere.....but that‘s what they are.

Love mango fool or ice cream......not diet friendly, but gorgeous!! Oh yes, weren’t the Golden Girls wonderful.......

Ouch on the vets bill.......

 

[Pumpkin1172]

Making a nice mid day stop in!!!!

Not too many papers to shuffle on my desk today. Probably do a little shredding today...and watching more youtube videos.

I got to go for a nice walk last night. I have been trying to get out most evenings if the weather is not too cold or gross. Last night was beautiful. I just had a thin little zip up hoodie. Tonight I'll probably head out again.

Finished my written interview...received an email this morning to send them my references. So I'll do that tonight when I get home. There are probably 60000 steps and i'm on step 2 lol. But like I said, at least I know they are seeing and liking my resume!!!! I know I'll snag a job sooner or later. Persistence pays off.

Ah nothing like laptop saying needed to reboot as soon as signed on. Sigh. Now shows an airplane on my connection app, but I am clearly not in airplane mode. Another sigh. But hey, no matter what that darn laptop does, as long as I get a good connection, and signed in, am good to go. Seems quite a few in my office have said having laptop issues. Guess that time of year?

that is frustrating!!!!! I sure hope you get the sorted soon. I'm due for an upgrade too. I have heard that some are coming soon to our branch.

Taking an emergency trip to Georgia today to sit down with my siblings and discuss the future of Mom’s healthcare.

Sending you lots of hugs and hope your able to come to an agreement and that she is able to keep recovering.

Walked into the village then down to the shore and walked for miles today, it was so gorgeous........

What beautiful scenery!!! Your very luck to have such great views!

Took both dogs to the vet this morning. And $535 later.....

Yup....those furry children can be expensive!!!

Well, I should try to look a little busy seeing as they are paying me to actually work . I took out some beef steaks that are great in the instant pot. Not sure what I'm going to make with them yet, but I'm sure I'll figure something out.

Have a great afternoon everyone!

 

[keishashadow]

Not a fennel fan here either.....almost as bad as soap tasting cilantro......yes, looking forward to hair do Thursday........

& some of those ‘seeds/pods’ are big enough to choke a horse

almost like j’amie’s vet bill . Comes with territory but doesn’t make it go down any easier lol

 

[macraven]

Took both dogs to the vet this morning. And $535 later.....
Barney eats a special food, so bought a 27 pound bag of that. He needed a complete blood panel for his allergy med. Also needed a lyme test and another booster vaccine of some sort.

I should of had dogs
They sound cheaper to keep

Two weeks ago was cat week in our house for semi yearly vet check

$357 for Bluer on check up and shots
$1200 for Luna for same as above plus dental surgery

Its similar to putting a kid through school
Lol