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

[macraven]

RFF
It’s always so lovely to hold a newborn
Bet you can’t wait until it is your turn to hold and rock her

newborns are so sweet and precious to hold
Hope you get your turn soon to see her!



Hope all have a relaxing kick back day.

Nothing but rain and storms for my area but likely to let up later this afternoon

Only chore on my list today was buy some tomatoes

 

[Lynne G]

Mac, have bacon left because neither kid is up. So made some just for me. Yeah, I can cook a pound of bacon, turn my back, and it disappears fast. We all enjoy bacon. I did leave some for little one to make her BLT.

 

[macraven]

If I leave now, will there be bacon left for me?

 

[schumigirl]

Congratulations to nephew and family on new arrival of baby girl, Julie. I’m sure it will be wonderful to see her in the summer.

Good Afternoon Schumi, yes, I am enjoying this sunny morning before clouds and tomorrow’s rain. And hope you enjoyed some tea too. I much enjoy starting my day with some breakfast tea. Then I use just plain tea.

Ooh, what do you do with some bacon, left over broccoli, and some cheese? Add some eggs and cook in a shallow bowl in the oven. Yeah, would say a soufflé, but did not have any crust. So I guess an oven omelette with bacon, broccoli and cheese. Yum! Like having a oven breakfast that I have time for on a weekend day.

So lovely out, and throw tossed on the sofa, no need for it now.

Again with the differences, breakfast tea is plain tea to us over here......just a basic tea, but quite delicious.

More rain tomorrow? Yes, make the most of it today......

Lynne how can you have leftover bacon?

between Mr Mac and I, we fight over who gets the last piece of bacon.

We act like young kids telling each other ... you got the last strip of bacon yesterday
It’s my turn today..

We only leave bacon for you mac.......lol.......

Yes, not much left especially as the friends we were meeting for a drink this afternoon turned up for lunch......thankfully we always have plenty......they did say they were being cheeky......nah, friends can turn up anytime......so we had BLT’s, salad and potato salad as she had made some to bring....and she adds bacon to her potato salad along with a few other things that some see as unusual, it’s Belfast style I believe.

We were a little naughty as we sat half inside, half out with the bifold doors open to the kitchen......rules are we are supposed to be completely outside, but all four us are half vaccinated or fully vaccinated.

But, it’s always lovely to see them even if it is early......they’ve not long gone.



Glorious afternoon again, but still that chill is hanging around, but heck it’s blooming hot in the sun.

Love a lazy afternoon.......sitting in the sun, glass of sparkly and can’t ask for much more.......

 

[Charade67]

Laundry day part 2 today. Sheets and towels. I'm also doing a little online shopping. B told me that the rolling backpack she has been using is starting to come apart, and asked if she could get a new one for next year. I found one I think she might like, but was surprised at how much they cost. I bought her last one 9 years ago on clearance. I looked again last night and Macy's has the backpack on sale at over half off. I sent her the link to see if she likes it.

I also decided to buy a couple of shirts to wear to Disney. I found one that I really like, but not sure if I am brave enough to wear. It's a little snarky.

I am ready to sleep in tomorrow morning. Now...hopefully since I can actually sleep in, I can. It seems like when I actually don't have to be up and mobile, then I end up getting up early anyways

I hope you were able to sleep in. I woke up at 7:30.

I love deer. We have a lot here, but don`t often see them in day to day travel, but up in the woods or any wooded area around, they`re usually close by. The ones behind us are semi tame, they won`t run away but won`t let you too close.

We occasionally get deer in our backyard, but I haven't seen any in a long time. I think the neighbor's noisy dogs scare them away.

Very bright golden start to this Saturday. But the clouds are a coming, as a mostly cloudy day by lunchtime. But hey, rain is also coming as 90 percent chance says my phone’s weather app for tomorrow.

We are supposed to get rain this afternoon. A good day to stay inside.

I was up early as news from my nephew in London their baby girl arrived two weeks early at 6.30 am. All well and beautiful baby.

Congratulations to your nephew and family..

I suppose I should get back to cleaning.

 

[schumigirl]

Laundry day part 2 today. Sheets and towels. I'm also doing a little online shopping. B told me that the rolling backpack she has been using is starting to come apart, and asked if she could get a new one for next year. I found one I think she might like, but was surprised at how much they cost. I bought her last one 9 years ago on clearance. I looked again last night and Macy's has the backpack on sale at over half off. I sent her the link to see if she likes it.

I also decided to buy a couple of shirts to wear to Disney. I found one that I really like, but not sure if I am brave enough to wear. It's a little snarky.

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I hope you were able to sleep in. I woke up at 7:30.

We occasionally get deer in our backyard, but I haven't seen any in a long time. I think the neighbor's noisy dogs scare them away.

We are supposed to get rain this afternoon. A good day to stay inside.

Congratulations to your nephew and family..

I suppose I should get back to cleaning.

LOVE that shirt........not snarky at all.....you have to wear it,......

I need one with Shrek or a minion on it now.........off to look........classic tee Charade.........

Darn auto correct changed your name to Harare 3 times........

 

[Charade67]

Darn auto correct changed your name to Harare 3 times........

I had to look that up.

I once worked with a guy whose last name was Slaman. It always got autocorrected to Salmon.

You screen name sometimes gets corrected to Schumacher.

 

[schumigirl]

I had to look that up.

I once worked with a guy whose last name was Slaman. It always got autocorrected to Salmon.

You screen name sometimes gets corrected to Schumacher.

lol......well, not too far away as Schumi is short for Schumacher, was one of his nicknames.

I have had one or two funny or rude autocorrects at times.......I’m always glad to catch them before they’re sent.

 

[Realfoodfans]

Thank you all for good wishes for nephew’s new baby. Yes Mac always precious and just sorry he moved away as not easy to visit now.

This morning was a little overcast but soon bright and warmed up really nicely. Spent the day in the garden except for a trip to National Trust Hare Hill. Mostly woodland walk but the old walled garden has been renovated and people were sunbathing in there as the temperature was perfect.

The bought in Italian meal was enjoyed and plenty for five of us.

About to (re)watch The Greatest Showman.

 

[macraven]

Just a quick drive by to see how all the homies are doing tonight.

Hope all are doing good.

Been watching tv Law and Order and some of the
older episodes tonight.

Can’t believe the show is still on tv, well in a different format now.

The last of our storms are now over and temps will get back to normal on Sunday.
That means ac back on Monday

 

[schumigirl]

Just a quick drive by to see how all the homies are doing tonight.

Hope all are doing good.

Been watching tv Law and Order and some of the
older episodes tonight.

Can’t believe the show is still on tv, well in a different format now.

The last of our storms are now over and temps will get back to normal on Sunday.
That means ac back on Monday

Haven`t watched that show in years......loved Jerry Orbach in it, actually loved him in everything he did. Haven`t watched any updated ones.

Yay for a/c for Monday.......yes, it`s time for temps to rise all over.......





Sunday again.......and not to be as warm as yesterday, but sun is shining, always a good start.

Will head out an early walk this morning, family walk this morning for a change so we`re going to drive a little along the coast and go to a different beach to walk on, and stop in at a beach cafe that we all like for a mid morning cuppa, if it`s still as nice as we`ll be sitting outiside. Hopefully inside dining will resume next month.

Up with the larks again this morning, have put the diced beef in the slow cooker with the ale it steeped in overnight and it`ll simmer away all day for tonights dinner. Love the aroma as you step back in when it`s been cooking for a while.......

Not much else happening today, as far as I know, will be a quiet one I think.

Getting through the Book Thief......slightly boring in bits, but hoping it picks up as I get further through it. Been told not to bother with the movie, so I won`t. Books are usually better anyway.

Time for tea.......

Have a wonderful Sunday ​

 

[Lynne G]

Ah yes, that quick moving storm that gave Charade rain, gave us noisy rain a couple of times throughout the night. Woke up a few times, hearing the rain. But as streets still sound wet, storm is just about gone, with light drizzle for the next hour. Then that wonderful high weather system will push those clouds out to sea, and be shining by afternoon, and with the brisk wind it is bringing with it, will dry us out for sure. Weather lady said about an inch of rain total for my area. That’s not much, as most was dry and since all that rain was not at the same time, think not many puddles. And with that high weather system coming from the North, you’d think the air will be cooler. But as it arrives, it will slide down south and that Bermuda high it will become. Hence, as the week days start, the temps will be the first time we have seen since last September. Warm! Yay! 86 on Wednesday. Will turn on my AC, and glad Mac will get hers working by Wednesday too. Not a hot feeling camel will be happy in the AC.

And so, still a quiet house. Birds are chirping, and kids are sleeping. Have no idea when they went to bed. By 11, there was nothing of interest to watch, so to bed I went. At least I did get up a little later, 1/2 hour after the sunrise. Decided to wash some clothes, and made some tea. Large screen is mine, though more of background noise, as not much other than news on a Sunday morning.

Thus, may all the homies have a serene Sunday, and a most peaceful and pleasant day.

 

[Charade67]

Another sad day here. One of the older gentlemen in my Bible study class passed away today. Not a lot of information yet, but it sounds like a heart attack. I think he was somewhere in his 70's. We haven't seen him and his wife in person in over a year. They had moved into an independent living facility just before the pandemic, and been pretty much in lockdown since.

I have started getting into serious vacation planning mode. Yesterday I ordered several cute t-shirts and then today I realized that I probably don't have enough shorts to wear unless I do laundry on vacation. I try to avoid that. I need to check and see what still fits and determine if I need to buy anymore. I also purchased some disposable face masks. I spent a little more to buy some that are made in the USA. I found a company from my home town of Marietta, GA. The reviews say that they don't have the chemical smell that most masks have. I hope they are correct.

We are watching NASCAR again and just saw a spectacular single car crash. Thankfully the driver was completely unharmed.

 

[Lynne G]

Yay for vacation planning mode, Charade. And am very sorry to hear of another death. Sending sympathy to that gentleman’s family and friends.

Storm is gone, sun has been out, no wet to see by mid afternoon. And yay, a clear sky should be perfect to see that pink full moon tomorrow night. Woot!

 

[macraven]

How many vacations do you have planned for this year charade?
I know you have a family vacation you talked about and the solo fall UO trip.

You will enjoy both of them

 

[Realfoodfans]

Good evening all.

Charade sorry to hear of the gentleman passing. So many people not seen in the last year or more.

Hope you get to see the pink moon Lynne - think Tuesday meant to be the best night here to see.

Nice day again but cooler than recently. J and I went to the out of town pet store as I dropped and smashed one of Louie’s feeding bowls. We also bought a new soft toy - which will be returned as within five minutes of returning it was in bits!

We had a short walk earlier then after dinner this evening Kev snd I had another stroll with Louie as it was a lovely evening.

Tomorrow needs to be a day of tasks and chores and I want to get a baby parcel ready for my brother and SIL to take down.

Hope everyone heads into a good week ahead.

 

[Charade67]

How many vacations do you have planned for this year charade?
I know you have a family vacation you talked about and the solo fall UO trip.

You will enjoy both of them

Those are the only 2. We have Disney from May 22-31 and then my solo Universal trip October 1-4. Dh will be going to a conference in Las Vegas later in October, but I won’t be going with him.

 

[bobbie68]

Happy Sunday afternoon ... We woke up to some storms today but they roll out as fast as they roll in. It is sunny now and think it will stay the rest of the day. I love when it is clear skies so I can see the beautiful sunset. The temps are all over the place between 70's and 80's. My pool gets warmer by the afternoon then slips again. We can't wait for it to be more steady.

We tried a new Italian restaurant this week. It is down the street and they are from NY. The food was good overall, we ordered different things to try to see what we like. There were a few that were okay probably will narrow down to a few. The one thing though is they are really expensive. They do deliver so that was nice. Everyone seems to enjoy the homemade pizza and I can do most sauces so probably will be a treat when I don't want to cook. Tonight on the menu is veggie burgers, fried rice and broccoli. I was going to do tacos tomorrow but forgot Brian and I are meeting a DIS member from the mothership side for mini golf. We have met for dinner a few times. She is trying to buy a house down here and moving from the west. She is my age so it was nice to meet her. I will probably just do Subway.

We have been going to the big outdoor market (farmer's) but much more in Winter Garden every Saturday morning, but have decided to do every other I can spend way too much there.

I was very excited this week, I was able to score tickets to the Velocicoaster annual passholder preview 2nd to the 5th. I am not sure if Liv is going, she has exams starting. Charlie might go but Brian and I are defitnely going. I hope they have it organized good. I will let everyone know how it is. We go on the 2nd I hope the first day isn't the crazy one.

May will be mostly projects then we have quite a few staycation days in June, so not being able to do much.

Pumpkin I totally understand how you feel about itcing to take a vacation. I was feeling like that before we moved here. I hope you can get something planned, I think are very much needed. I also understand about having your own pool, it is such a difference then lugging everything to a community place or a friend. It is a lot of maintence but Brian is fine with doing it. The best part is the teens really enjoy it and even though they are 19 they like to hide in their room so it gets them out.
Oh I am with you, I hate snakes, LOL and I moved to Florida. I am glad that you are getting your vaccine. Congrats to your son!!!!

RFF Congrats on your nephew, I can't wait to have some babies to visit. I hope you get to visit with him this summer, moving away is never easy. It sounds like you had a nice walk, I really need to do that. I might think about trying a cat on a leashe. I had one many years ago who would walk on it. I like the company. OMG pet toys are something else. I can't count how many times I bring one home and within minutes they disappear under things or ripped up. We are finding that the homemade ones work best. Enjoy your chores and tasks tomorrow, I try and find ways to make it more enjoyable. My 80' station can help!!

Charade Sorry for the loss it is never easy and hope you feel better soon. Oh I love getting in vacation mode. I know what you mean about getting in shape for the parks. I use to outpace the teens, I had a lot of stamina, now I have to build it back too. Good luck I am really looking forward to using the pool on a daily basis when the temps even out. I have been trying different masks. I wear 3 layer disposables at the parks but wear my cloth and washable ones everywhere else. It is hard to nail one down. I like your shirt and think there is nothing wrong with wearing it. Liv would absolutely love it!!! I love picking shirts out for trips, now I am not so sure what I will be doing.

Lynne I thought I had weather temps bouncing around, wow that is a lot. I hope it settles down to more warm weather. Glad all went well with car, we have to start looking for a mechanic, I think we will ask neighbors. At least we have 3 cars here to use right now if one breaks. My 2 have been getting up after 11 daily, I think they are staying up all night. However, I don't say much unless we have somewhere to go in the morning, and I have to fight with them to get up. Flowers are pretty, enjoy them and hope the deer don't have dinner out on them. I am into flowers and plants in the yard more now that we have moved. Enjoy more tea!!

J'aimeParis, what a beautiful pic, oh that looks relaxing. Sorry to hear that the rental had some not so good surprises. Never a good way to start. I hope it all turns around and you have an amazing trip. Have a drink for me!!!

Robbie Nice that you had time with your great nephew, enjoy as much as you can. Sorry about your flowers, I hope your cold weather goes away. We have a community pool in ours but it is rather small for the amount of homes. I am glad that we have our own, Brian has a harder time with them. I am more adaptable to ones. Lazy days are always needed. Have a great evening.

Mac Yay the AC went in, always a big load off. I love the cat stories I don't feel alone LOL!! Glad that he came down for you. Enjoy walking dead if it is on, I am behind a few weeks and have to catch up. Have a relaxing evening.

DLPN Thanks for the pics!!

Carole Glad that you have some nice places to walk. Charlie loves anyplace that has a Haunted story behind it. How many times we drive by abandoned places and wants to get out and explore. Glad that you had a nice visit with your friends, I am like you always try to have enough. I use to put bacon in my potato salad but don't eat it anymore. I had a friend who use to put pickle juice in hers. I hope you book picks up, enjoy it I agree books are usually better. Dinner sounds lovely, love when the foods aroma is around the house. Skechers are good, I usually have a pair around. I hope you had a nice Sunday!

I am off to cook dinner, I hope everyone has a great Monday. A special hello to all the SANS who are MIA!!

 

[Lynne G]

Hi Bobbie, you sound busy. Yeah, little one is done next week, with finals to follow. She’s ready for it to be done. And yeah, as an early bird, I laughed when little one said our grocery trip today took all day. Well yeah, when you don’t leave until 1:30 pm. Woot! Scoring the coaster slots. I could get one, but don’t feel like traveling for a couple of days there. Renewed my pass that expired this month.

Ah yes. The relaxing before the week day routine starts in. Trash has left the house, and trash cans sitting by the curb, joining others along the curb too.

 

[schumigirl]

Those are the only 2. We have Disney from May 22-31 and then my solo Universal trip October 1-4. Dh will be going to a conference in Las Vegas later in October, but I won’t be going with him.

Im sorry we’re not getting the chance to say hello in May......but it’s really not long till your trip now.......